Joel B. “J.B.” Simmons Jr., 66, of Rolla, passed away Monday, Sept. 14, 2009, in Phelps County Regional Medical Center.
Funeral is at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 18, 2009, in Salem Avenue Baptist Church, Rolla, with the Rev. Mark Johnson and Leroy Tucker officiating. Internment with full military honors is at 1:30 p.m. Friday in Idumea Cemetery in Laquey.
Visitation for family and friends is from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, 2009, in Null & Son Funeral Home, Rolla.
J.B. was born Oct. 17, 1942, in Tampa, Fla., to Joel B. Simmons Sr. and Dorothy B. Barmes Simmons.
He married Connie Nickels on Nov. 7, 1963.
J.B. was a retired U.S. Army Captain having served from 1960-1980. He later began a 21-year career with the U.S.G.S. in Rolla.
He was a long time member and deacon at the Salem Avenue Baptist Church in Rolla.
In addition to his parents, his brother, James A. Simmons, preceded him in death.
He will be greatly missed by his surviving family which includes his wife Connie; two children: Kelly Bethel and her husband Bryan of Patterson, and Joel Duane Simmons and his wife Tina of Rolla; a brother, John C. Simmons and his wife Pat of Sherwood, Ark.; three sisters: Helen Jones of Delight, Ark., Ann Gardner and her
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Sunday, September 20, 2009
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Lura Elizabeth (Williams) Cook 1902-1984
Lura Elizabeth Cook was born in Dunklin County, Missouri, on January 22, 1902, the daughter of James and Ida Williams, and departed this life on January 20, 1984 at the Lake of the Ozarks Hospital at Osage Beach, Missouri, having attained the age of 81 years.
Lura was united in marriage to Charles Franklin Cook, who preceded her in death on June 6, 1952. She is survived by one son, Charles Cook, of Waynesville; 3 granddaughters: Debra Heatherly, Cullaman, Alabama, Carolyn Fortune, Longmont, Colorado; and Charlotte Christeson, Lebanon, Tennesse; 8 great-grandchildren and other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, LaDean, and a grandson, Johnny.
Mrs. Cook was baptized into the Osborn Methodist Church in Osborn, Missouri; and later faithfully attended the Methodist Church in Dexter, Missouri.
She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Graveside services were held on Monday, January 23, 1984 at the Rolla Memorial Cemetery at Rolla, Missouri at 2 p.m. with Virgil White officiating.
Lura was united in marriage to Charles Franklin Cook, who preceded her in death on June 6, 1952. She is survived by one son, Charles Cook, of Waynesville; 3 granddaughters: Debra Heatherly, Cullaman, Alabama, Carolyn Fortune, Longmont, Colorado; and Charlotte Christeson, Lebanon, Tennesse; 8 great-grandchildren and other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, LaDean, and a grandson, Johnny.
Mrs. Cook was baptized into the Osborn Methodist Church in Osborn, Missouri; and later faithfully attended the Methodist Church in Dexter, Missouri.
She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Graveside services were held on Monday, January 23, 1984 at the Rolla Memorial Cemetery at Rolla, Missouri at 2 p.m. with Virgil White officiating.
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Carl Meriwether 1876-1896
June, 25, 1896 Rolla, Missouri -Carl Meriwether, eldest son of Mr. & Mrs. Robert Meriwether, and an excellent young man, died yesterday after a long illness from consumption.
Carl Meriwether, son of Mr. & Mrs. Robt. Meriwether, was born Oct. 21, 1876, in Lewis Co., Mo., and died June 24, 1896. His parents came to Rolla when he was two. After passing the upper grades in the public school, he spent a year and a half in the School of Mines. About two years ago, he entered the law office of his father. He joined the M.E. Church, was buried in Labelle, Mo.
Carl Meriwether, son of Mr. & Mrs. Robt. Meriwether, was born Oct. 21, 1876, in Lewis Co., Mo., and died June 24, 1896. His parents came to Rolla when he was two. After passing the upper grades in the public school, he spent a year and a half in the School of Mines. About two years ago, he entered the law office of his father. He joined the M.E. Church, was buried in Labelle, Mo.
Charles H. Gill 1802-1887
Rolla, Mo., August 29.--Charles H. Gill, an old citizen of Phelps County, died at the residence of his son, near this city, to-day. The deceased was born in the State of Virginia in 1802. He came to this county twenty years ago, where he has since resided, enjoying the highest esteem of the entire community.
J.S. French d. February 4, 1887
Rolla, Mo., February 4.--Mr. J. S. French, one of the best and most highly respected citizens of this city, died this evening at his home of lumbar abscess complicated with kidney disease. Mr. French was from Rotterdam, N.Y., was past 49 years old, and had lived in Rolla the last twenty five years. He held the office of County Clerk of this county for sixteen consecutive years, and until the first of the present year. He was formerly a druggist and has for a number of years done an extensive insurance business. His ailment commenced with an injury to his spine which he received a year ago and he has suffered much pain for several months. His remains will be taken to Springfield for interment on Sunday, the 6th inst., by the Masonic order of this city of which he was a devoted and worthy member.
Col. Edward Williams 1802- August 26, 1887
Col. Edward Williams, another of Phelps County's old and highly respected citizens, died at his residence in this city to-day of dysentery and paralysis. Deceased was born in the State of Virginia in 1802, and came to this city in 1868, where he has since resided. He leaves six children and an aged widow, with whom he has lived for sixty-one years. Col. Williams was probably the oldest Mason in the United States, having joined that order over fifty years ago in Virginia, where he has many friends and relatives living.
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Lucy Alleyne Duncan 1897-1932
The following is from the obituary collection held by The Pulaski County Historical Society.
Lucy Alleyne Duncan was born Sept. 15, 1897 at Relfe, Phelps County, Missouri; and died in Waynesville, Missouri, July 24, 1932, aged 34 years, 10 months, and 9 days.
She was the daughter of Frank E. and Cora A. Duncan (nee Miller). Her father died in May, 1897- four months before she was born.
In April 1905 her mother was united in marriage with G.W. Lane of Waynesville, where she had resided for the past 27 years.
She leaves besides her mother and step-father, a half-sister and a half-brother, Bertie Lee Lane and George W. Lane, Jr.. She is also survived by one grandmother, Mrs. Lucy R. Duncan, of Newburg, aged 88 years, 5 uncles, 6 aunts, and many cousins and other relatives and a host of friends throughout the country. A half-sister, Mrs. Hazel Lane Adams, preceeded her to the grave last February.
She was converted and joined the Waynesville Baptist church when 13 years of age and lived a clean christian life until called home by her Master.
Lucy Alleyne Duncan was born Sept. 15, 1897 at Relfe, Phelps County, Missouri; and died in Waynesville, Missouri, July 24, 1932, aged 34 years, 10 months, and 9 days.
She was the daughter of Frank E. and Cora A. Duncan (nee Miller). Her father died in May, 1897- four months before she was born.
In April 1905 her mother was united in marriage with G.W. Lane of Waynesville, where she had resided for the past 27 years.
She leaves besides her mother and step-father, a half-sister and a half-brother, Bertie Lee Lane and George W. Lane, Jr.. She is also survived by one grandmother, Mrs. Lucy R. Duncan, of Newburg, aged 88 years, 5 uncles, 6 aunts, and many cousins and other relatives and a host of friends throughout the country. A half-sister, Mrs. Hazel Lane Adams, preceeded her to the grave last February.
She was converted and joined the Waynesville Baptist church when 13 years of age and lived a clean christian life until called home by her Master.
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Eugene Sewell 1932-2006
Eugene Sewell of St. James, Missouri passed away on December 24, 2006 at the Golden Living Center in St. James, Missouri. He was 74 years of age.
Eugene was born on August 12, 1932 to his parents Azro Martin and Etta Mae (Sellers) Sewell.
Eugene is survived by his mother: Etta Mae Sewell of St. James, Missouri; three sisters: Opal Mock of St. Louis, Missouri; Beulah Bechdolt and husband Jim of Crestwood, Missouri and Edna Bierman of St. Charles, Missouri; one brother: Delmar Sewell and wife Nora of O'Fallon, Missouri; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Eugene will be sadly missed by all who knew him and loved him.
Preceding Eugene in death is his father: Azro Martin Sewell; one brother: Everett Sewell; and one sister: Bert Spurgeon.
Services
Visitation was held from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM on Wednesday, December 27, 2006 prior to the service at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services were conducted at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel with Gabe Felan officiating. Pallbearers were family and friends. Burial was in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Eugene was born on August 12, 1932 to his parents Azro Martin and Etta Mae (Sellers) Sewell.
Eugene is survived by his mother: Etta Mae Sewell of St. James, Missouri; three sisters: Opal Mock of St. Louis, Missouri; Beulah Bechdolt and husband Jim of Crestwood, Missouri and Edna Bierman of St. Charles, Missouri; one brother: Delmar Sewell and wife Nora of O'Fallon, Missouri; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Eugene will be sadly missed by all who knew him and loved him.
Preceding Eugene in death is his father: Azro Martin Sewell; one brother: Everett Sewell; and one sister: Bert Spurgeon.
Services
Visitation was held from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM on Wednesday, December 27, 2006 prior to the service at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services were conducted at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel with Gabe Felan officiating. Pallbearers were family and friends. Burial was in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Everett E. Moutray 1916-2006
Everett E. Moutray of St. James, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2006 at the Golden Living Center in St. James, Missouri. Everett was 90 years of age.
Everett was born on July 31, 1916 in Steelville, Missouri to his parents Harlan Sylvester and May (Luck) Moutray. Everett was united in marriage to Peggy Jean Roark on May 9, 1997.
Everett worked for the railroad for 21 years. He was a World War II worker when Fort Leonard Wood was being constructed. He also was a carpenter. He was a self made man,
honest and had intrgrity. Everett loved to hunt and fish. He loved his grandkids with all of his heart. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge for over 50 years and got the 50 year pin for his services. He was a member of the First Baptist Church for 60 years. He was a Sunday School teacher; a deacon and a superintendent of the Sunday School classes.
Survivors are his wife of the home: Peggy Jean (Roark) Moutray of St. James, Missouri; two stepsons: Dale Roark and wife Debbie of St. James, Missouri; and Shannon Roark of St. James, Missouri; two stepdaughters: Diana Whiteside and husband Rick of St. James, Missouri; and Shanna DeClue and husband Wayne of St. James, Missouri; one brother: Adrain Moutray of Steelville, Missouri; two sisters: Clara Gilmore of St. Louis, Missouri; and Madeline West of Leasburg, Missouri along with eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren and a host of family and friends. Everett will be greatly missed by everyone who knew and loved him.
Preceding Everett in death are his parents: Harlan Sylvester and May (Luck) Moutray; five brothers: Raymond, Harold, Fennel, Doyle and Floyd Moutray and one sister: Gladine Moutray.
Services
Visitation was held on Friday, December 22, 2006 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services were conducted on Saturday, December 23, 2006 at 10:00 am at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Pastor Boyd Gray officiating. Pallbearers were Ray Ellis, Don Gowan, Richard West, Gary West, Keith Gilmore, and Brandon Whiteside. Burial was in the family plot in the Moutray Cemetery in Steelville, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the First Assembly of God Church in St. James, Mo.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Everett was born on July 31, 1916 in Steelville, Missouri to his parents Harlan Sylvester and May (Luck) Moutray. Everett was united in marriage to Peggy Jean Roark on May 9, 1997.
Everett worked for the railroad for 21 years. He was a World War II worker when Fort Leonard Wood was being constructed. He also was a carpenter. He was a self made man,
honest and had intrgrity. Everett loved to hunt and fish. He loved his grandkids with all of his heart. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge for over 50 years and got the 50 year pin for his services. He was a member of the First Baptist Church for 60 years. He was a Sunday School teacher; a deacon and a superintendent of the Sunday School classes.
Survivors are his wife of the home: Peggy Jean (Roark) Moutray of St. James, Missouri; two stepsons: Dale Roark and wife Debbie of St. James, Missouri; and Shannon Roark of St. James, Missouri; two stepdaughters: Diana Whiteside and husband Rick of St. James, Missouri; and Shanna DeClue and husband Wayne of St. James, Missouri; one brother: Adrain Moutray of Steelville, Missouri; two sisters: Clara Gilmore of St. Louis, Missouri; and Madeline West of Leasburg, Missouri along with eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren and a host of family and friends. Everett will be greatly missed by everyone who knew and loved him.
Preceding Everett in death are his parents: Harlan Sylvester and May (Luck) Moutray; five brothers: Raymond, Harold, Fennel, Doyle and Floyd Moutray and one sister: Gladine Moutray.
Services
Visitation was held on Friday, December 22, 2006 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services were conducted on Saturday, December 23, 2006 at 10:00 am at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Pastor Boyd Gray officiating. Pallbearers were Ray Ellis, Don Gowan, Richard West, Gary West, Keith Gilmore, and Brandon Whiteside. Burial was in the family plot in the Moutray Cemetery in Steelville, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the First Assembly of God Church in St. James, Mo.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Geneva (Walton) Winstead 1913-2006
Geneva Winstead of Wentzville, Mo., formerly of St. James passed away Thursday December 7, 2006 at the Park Lane Care and Rehab Center in Wentzville, Mo. She was 93 years of age.
Geneva Winstead was born April 16, 1913 at Fulton, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Douglas Reed and Sue Maddox Walton.
On August 5, 193, she was united in marriage to Edward Oling Winstead. He entered into rest February 5, 1984. To this union three daughters were born.
Geneva was a seamstress for many years in St. Louis and one year made formals for the Rose Bowl Queen and her court. She loved gardening and canning and in later years loved to travel.
Geneva Winstead is survived by daughters: Jettye Boyd-Lamb and son-in-law Jerry Lamb of O'Fallon, Missouri; Shirley Blaker of California and Sue Coak and son-in-law Jerry Conrath of the State of Washington. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Carla and Andy, Rick and Alicia, Mike and Felecia, Sharon and Danny, Marty and Debbie, Stacy and Michael, Amy and Steve, and Tom. Great-Grandchildren: Heather, Laura and Chad, Briana and Mark, Lindsay and Matt, Carah, Hayely, Wesley, Lisa, Justin and Nikki. Great Great-Grandchildren: Dylan, Dalton, Rhiannon, Cameron, and Payton. She will be miss by all.
Preceding Geneva in death are her parents Douglas Reed and Sue (Maddox) Walton and her husband: Edward Oling Winstead.
Services
Geneva Winstead was in state from 6-8 pm Sunday, December 10, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James.
Funeral Services were conducted 11 am Monday, December 11, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel with Amy Turner Officating. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Burial will be in the family plot in the Dillon Cemetery.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Geneva Winstead was born April 16, 1913 at Fulton, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Douglas Reed and Sue Maddox Walton.
On August 5, 193, she was united in marriage to Edward Oling Winstead. He entered into rest February 5, 1984. To this union three daughters were born.
Geneva was a seamstress for many years in St. Louis and one year made formals for the Rose Bowl Queen and her court. She loved gardening and canning and in later years loved to travel.
Geneva Winstead is survived by daughters: Jettye Boyd-Lamb and son-in-law Jerry Lamb of O'Fallon, Missouri; Shirley Blaker of California and Sue Coak and son-in-law Jerry Conrath of the State of Washington. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Carla and Andy, Rick and Alicia, Mike and Felecia, Sharon and Danny, Marty and Debbie, Stacy and Michael, Amy and Steve, and Tom. Great-Grandchildren: Heather, Laura and Chad, Briana and Mark, Lindsay and Matt, Carah, Hayely, Wesley, Lisa, Justin and Nikki. Great Great-Grandchildren: Dylan, Dalton, Rhiannon, Cameron, and Payton. She will be miss by all.
Preceding Geneva in death are her parents Douglas Reed and Sue (Maddox) Walton and her husband: Edward Oling Winstead.
Services
Geneva Winstead was in state from 6-8 pm Sunday, December 10, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James.
Funeral Services were conducted 11 am Monday, December 11, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel with Amy Turner Officating. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Burial will be in the family plot in the Dillon Cemetery.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Cloe Ann (Freeman) Wood 1937-2006
Cloe Ann Wood of Nashville, Tennessee formerly of St. James passed away Thursday December 7, 2006 at the Southern Hills Medical Center in Anox, Tennesse. She was 69 years of age.
Cloe Ann was born February 14, 1937 in East St. Louis, Mo., the daughter of the late Arthur Donald and Opal Milligan Freeman.
Survivors are: Mark Wood of St. James; Matthew Wood and wife Bobbie J. of Springfield, Mo. Daughters: Mary Beth Bueger and husband Gary of Rolla, Mo., Melinda Perkins of Kentucky and Marsha Hodges and husband Bob of Antioch, Tennessee. Brother: Wilbur Freeman and wife Dixie of St Louis, Mo., and Sisters; Shirley Freeman of Flower, Illinois and Jackie Freeman of Cherokee Village, Arkansas, along with 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
Preceding Cloe Ann in death are her parents Arthur Donald and Opal (Milligan) Freeman.
Services
Cloe Ann Wood was in state at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James from 6-8 p.m. Monday December 11, 2006.
Funeral Service were conducted 11:00 a.m. Tuesday December 11, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James with Brother Mick Thrasher officiating. Pallbearers will be Gary Buenger, Bob Hodges, Scott Frerichs, Mark Wood, Matthew Wood, and Robby Hodges.
Memorials may be made to Hati Mission Home. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Cloe Ann was born February 14, 1937 in East St. Louis, Mo., the daughter of the late Arthur Donald and Opal Milligan Freeman.
Survivors are: Mark Wood of St. James; Matthew Wood and wife Bobbie J. of Springfield, Mo. Daughters: Mary Beth Bueger and husband Gary of Rolla, Mo., Melinda Perkins of Kentucky and Marsha Hodges and husband Bob of Antioch, Tennessee. Brother: Wilbur Freeman and wife Dixie of St Louis, Mo., and Sisters; Shirley Freeman of Flower, Illinois and Jackie Freeman of Cherokee Village, Arkansas, along with 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
Preceding Cloe Ann in death are her parents Arthur Donald and Opal (Milligan) Freeman.
Services
Cloe Ann Wood was in state at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James from 6-8 p.m. Monday December 11, 2006.
Funeral Service were conducted 11:00 a.m. Tuesday December 11, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James with Brother Mick Thrasher officiating. Pallbearers will be Gary Buenger, Bob Hodges, Scott Frerichs, Mark Wood, Matthew Wood, and Robby Hodges.
Memorials may be made to Hati Mission Home. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Essie (Cruts) Jones 1912-2006
Essie (Cruts) Jones of St. James, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, December 5, 2006 at the St. James Nursing Home in St. James, Missouri. Essie was 94 years 5 months and 18 days of age.
Essie was born on June 17, 1912 in St. Louis, Missouri to her parents Rhaney and Lola Mae (Atkins) Cruts . Essie was united in marriage to Edgar Raymond Jones on December 31, 1932 in St. James, Missouri. They lived on East Eldon for 60 years. Essie and Edgar were married for 68 years on December 31, 2000. To this union two children were born.
Essie went to school at Vichy, Missouri first grade, and remaining school years at St. James Schools. Essie worked at Johnson-Stephen Shinkle Shoe Factory in Rolla for a time. Essie was a housewife and homemaker. She was a wonderful cook which her children, family, and friends took great pleasure in. Essie became a Christian as a young girl. Essie was an active member of the First Church of God at St. James for over 50 years. Essie served as assistant Sunday School teacher, Missionary Society member and membership director, and Willing Workers member. Essie touched our lives for good. She loved her father in heaven, and she will be remembered by her children and close friends as a nurturing, thoughtful and spirited woman.
Essie is survived by one daughter; Brenda Sue Lyle and husband Dwight of Rolla, Missouri; Grandson: Scott Stephen Lyle and wife Heidi of Rolla, Missouri; one son: Terry Raymond Jones and wife Louann Jones; granddaughter: Rachel Jones; Grandson Walker Raymond Jones of Columbia, Missouri; one sister: Berniece Daub of St. James, Missouri; and two special friends: Mary Ann Petty and Elaine Skaggs of St. James, Missouri, along with a host of friends and extended family. Essie will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Preceding Essie in death are her parents: Rhaney and Lola (Atkins) Cruts; her husband: Edgar R. Jones on May 12, 2001; an infant brother: Elmer Jacob Cruts; and brother: Raymond Virgil Cruts.
Services
Visitation for Essie was held on Friday, December 8, 2006 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services were conducted on Saturday, December 9, 2006 at 11:00 AM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Reverend Terry Robinson and Reverend Don Carson officiating; the organist and vocalist was Linda Spurgeon. Pallbearers were Don Hughes, Don Romine, James Welch, Bob Morrison, Burial was in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the First Church of God in St. James, Missouri. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Essie was born on June 17, 1912 in St. Louis, Missouri to her parents Rhaney and Lola Mae (Atkins) Cruts . Essie was united in marriage to Edgar Raymond Jones on December 31, 1932 in St. James, Missouri. They lived on East Eldon for 60 years. Essie and Edgar were married for 68 years on December 31, 2000. To this union two children were born.
Essie went to school at Vichy, Missouri first grade, and remaining school years at St. James Schools. Essie worked at Johnson-Stephen Shinkle Shoe Factory in Rolla for a time. Essie was a housewife and homemaker. She was a wonderful cook which her children, family, and friends took great pleasure in. Essie became a Christian as a young girl. Essie was an active member of the First Church of God at St. James for over 50 years. Essie served as assistant Sunday School teacher, Missionary Society member and membership director, and Willing Workers member. Essie touched our lives for good. She loved her father in heaven, and she will be remembered by her children and close friends as a nurturing, thoughtful and spirited woman.
Essie is survived by one daughter; Brenda Sue Lyle and husband Dwight of Rolla, Missouri; Grandson: Scott Stephen Lyle and wife Heidi of Rolla, Missouri; one son: Terry Raymond Jones and wife Louann Jones; granddaughter: Rachel Jones; Grandson Walker Raymond Jones of Columbia, Missouri; one sister: Berniece Daub of St. James, Missouri; and two special friends: Mary Ann Petty and Elaine Skaggs of St. James, Missouri, along with a host of friends and extended family. Essie will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Preceding Essie in death are her parents: Rhaney and Lola (Atkins) Cruts; her husband: Edgar R. Jones on May 12, 2001; an infant brother: Elmer Jacob Cruts; and brother: Raymond Virgil Cruts.
Services
Visitation for Essie was held on Friday, December 8, 2006 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services were conducted on Saturday, December 9, 2006 at 11:00 AM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Reverend Terry Robinson and Reverend Don Carson officiating; the organist and vocalist was Linda Spurgeon. Pallbearers were Don Hughes, Don Romine, James Welch, Bob Morrison, Burial was in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the First Church of God in St. James, Missouri. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Beatrice Brown 1903-2006
Beatrice Brown of St. James, Missouri passed away Satuarday November 18, 2006. She was 103 years of age.
Beatrice was born on November 5, 1903 to her parents in Vichy, Missouri in Maries County. Beatrice was united in marriage to Roy G. Brown on January 12, 1927 in Rolla, Missouri. He entered into rest June 12, 1979.
Beatrice gave her life to Christ when a young girl and lived a christian life until death. She was a loyal homemaker and always helped where she could. She always tried to scatter cheer and sunshine where ever she went. She lived most of her life on a farm north of St. James. She and her husband moved to St. James after his retirement. She enjoyed raising a big garden, canning, raising chickens and taking care of their home and farm. She was a great lady and will be missed by everyone who knew and loved her.
Surviving Beatrice is two nieces: Mary Ellen Storie of Rolla, Missouri; and Rose Brown of Kimberling City, Missouri; one cousin: Dwayne Brown of West Plains, Missouri; and one great nephew: Kenneth Story of Joplin, Missouri, along with many nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews.
Preceding Beatrice in death is her husband: Roy G. Brown on June 12, 1979; and one brother: Durward (D.K.) James and sister-in-law.
Services
Beatrice Brown will lie in state from 5-8 pm Monday November 20, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Funeral Services were conducted 10:00 a.m. Tuesday November 21, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James with Stephen Brubaker and Don Gowin officiating. Pallbearers were Mark Heaven, Ellis Copeland, John Heavin, Kenneth Storie, Ray Ellis and Kenneth Martin. Burial was in the family plot at the Wishon Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the Wishon Cemetery. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Beatrice was born on November 5, 1903 to her parents in Vichy, Missouri in Maries County. Beatrice was united in marriage to Roy G. Brown on January 12, 1927 in Rolla, Missouri. He entered into rest June 12, 1979.
Beatrice gave her life to Christ when a young girl and lived a christian life until death. She was a loyal homemaker and always helped where she could. She always tried to scatter cheer and sunshine where ever she went. She lived most of her life on a farm north of St. James. She and her husband moved to St. James after his retirement. She enjoyed raising a big garden, canning, raising chickens and taking care of their home and farm. She was a great lady and will be missed by everyone who knew and loved her.
Surviving Beatrice is two nieces: Mary Ellen Storie of Rolla, Missouri; and Rose Brown of Kimberling City, Missouri; one cousin: Dwayne Brown of West Plains, Missouri; and one great nephew: Kenneth Story of Joplin, Missouri, along with many nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews.
Preceding Beatrice in death is her husband: Roy G. Brown on June 12, 1979; and one brother: Durward (D.K.) James and sister-in-law.
Services
Beatrice Brown will lie in state from 5-8 pm Monday November 20, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Funeral Services were conducted 10:00 a.m. Tuesday November 21, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James with Stephen Brubaker and Don Gowin officiating. Pallbearers were Mark Heaven, Ellis Copeland, John Heavin, Kenneth Storie, Ray Ellis and Kenneth Martin. Burial was in the family plot at the Wishon Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the Wishon Cemetery. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Walter Louis Fabian 1913-2006
Walter Louis Fabian of Tyler, Texas passed away Monday, November 13, 2006. He was 93 years of age.
Walter was born on May 8, 1913 in Gary, Indiana to his parents: Max and Marie (Sebold) Fabian.
Walter is survived by his wife of the home: Bonnie of Tyler, Texas; Son: Dan Fabian of Ft. Worth, Texas; Daughters: Debbie Pennington and husband Doug of Mineral Wells, Texas; Diane Kranz and husband John of Plano, Texas; Grandsons: Kyle Pennington of Ft. Worth, Texas; and Drew Pennington of Mineral Wells, Texas; Step-Granson: Jack Kranz of Plano, Texas; Cousins: Jean Crafton and husband Jack of St. James, Missouri; JoAnne Smallwood Thomas of St. James, Marilyn Smallwood of St. James, Missouri; John Smallwood and wife Nancy of St. James, Missouri; Charles Patrick Smallwood and wife Marina of St. Louis, Missouri; Thomas Smallwood and wife Cory of St. Louis, Missouri.
Preceding Walter in death are his parents; his first wife Helen Fabian on August 3, 1993, who was a neice of the late Charles T. Sr. and Alice Smallwood of St. James, Missouri; and one cousin: Charles T. Smallwood.
Services
Services for Walter Fabian were held Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 11:30 am at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. James, Missouri. Burial was in the St.
James Catholic Cemetery in St. James, Missouri with full Military Honors.
Arrangment are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Walter was born on May 8, 1913 in Gary, Indiana to his parents: Max and Marie (Sebold) Fabian.
Walter is survived by his wife of the home: Bonnie of Tyler, Texas; Son: Dan Fabian of Ft. Worth, Texas; Daughters: Debbie Pennington and husband Doug of Mineral Wells, Texas; Diane Kranz and husband John of Plano, Texas; Grandsons: Kyle Pennington of Ft. Worth, Texas; and Drew Pennington of Mineral Wells, Texas; Step-Granson: Jack Kranz of Plano, Texas; Cousins: Jean Crafton and husband Jack of St. James, Missouri; JoAnne Smallwood Thomas of St. James, Marilyn Smallwood of St. James, Missouri; John Smallwood and wife Nancy of St. James, Missouri; Charles Patrick Smallwood and wife Marina of St. Louis, Missouri; Thomas Smallwood and wife Cory of St. Louis, Missouri.
Preceding Walter in death are his parents; his first wife Helen Fabian on August 3, 1993, who was a neice of the late Charles T. Sr. and Alice Smallwood of St. James, Missouri; and one cousin: Charles T. Smallwood.
Services
Services for Walter Fabian were held Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 11:30 am at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. James, Missouri. Burial was in the St.
James Catholic Cemetery in St. James, Missouri with full Military Honors.
Arrangment are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Elmer Lee Wilhite 1916-2006
Elmer Lee Wilhite of St. James, Missouri passed away Thursday, November 9, 2006 at Springfield, Missouri. He was 90 years of age.
Elmer was born August 28, 1916 at Joplin, Missouri, the son of the late Harrison and Jessie Mae (Greenwell) Wilhite. He was united in marriage to Mary John Crowe in Owensbury, Kentucky. To this union two sons were born.
Elmer was a Veteran of WWII and Korean War and was Retired Military. He loved to travel and enjoyed fishing.
Elmer is survived by two sons: Elmer Wilhite and wife Claria of Aiken, South Carolina; and Douglas Wilhite and wife Bettie Marie of Rolla, Missouri, six grandchildren and a host of family and friends. Elmer will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Elmer is preceded in death by his wife: Mary John (Crowe) Wilhite; one brother: Harrison Wilhite; and one sister: Daisy Burdette.
Services
Services were conducted at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at the Missouri Veterans Home Chapel with Reverend Amy Turner officiating. Lori Garver was the vocalist with Linda Spurgeon as the organist. Burial was in the Missouri Veterans Home Cemetery with full military honors.
Memorials may be given to the donor's choice.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Elmer was born August 28, 1916 at Joplin, Missouri, the son of the late Harrison and Jessie Mae (Greenwell) Wilhite. He was united in marriage to Mary John Crowe in Owensbury, Kentucky. To this union two sons were born.
Elmer was a Veteran of WWII and Korean War and was Retired Military. He loved to travel and enjoyed fishing.
Elmer is survived by two sons: Elmer Wilhite and wife Claria of Aiken, South Carolina; and Douglas Wilhite and wife Bettie Marie of Rolla, Missouri, six grandchildren and a host of family and friends. Elmer will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Elmer is preceded in death by his wife: Mary John (Crowe) Wilhite; one brother: Harrison Wilhite; and one sister: Daisy Burdette.
Services
Services were conducted at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at the Missouri Veterans Home Chapel with Reverend Amy Turner officiating. Lori Garver was the vocalist with Linda Spurgeon as the organist. Burial was in the Missouri Veterans Home Cemetery with full military honors.
Memorials may be given to the donor's choice.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Alma Viola Blackwell 1940-2006
Alma Viola Blackwell passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at Carthage, Missouri. She was 85 years of age.
Viola was united in marriage to Leonard James Blackwell on April 19, 1940 at Rolla, Missouri. To this union two sons were born.
Alma Viola Blackwell was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She and her husband Leonard were married for sixty three years. He preceded her in death in 2003. The two of them were well-known teachers. Viola taught the children of this area for over forty years. Viola was a wonderful Christian who manifested her love for Jesus in her service to others.
She was greatly loved and will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Survivors include two sons: James Blackwell and wife Margaret of Springfield, Missouri and Donald Blackwell of St. James, Missouri; one sister: Lorraine Walls of Rolla along with three grandchildren: Todd Blackwell and wife Jill, Blake and Marc Blackwell.
Preceding Viola in death are her parents; her husband: Leonard Blackwell in 2003; a dearly loved daughter-in-law: Marcie Blackwell in the summer of 2005, one step-brother: Glenn Wilson, and one step-sister: Catherine Licklider.
Services
Viola will lie in state at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri from 6 - 8 PM on Thursday, November 9, 2006.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 AM on Friday, November 10, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel with Jess Rinehart and Steve Helterbrand officiating. Songs will be provided by the Church of Christ Singers. Pallbearers will be Todd Blackwell, Blake Blackwell, Marc Blackwell, Jamie Rinehart, Brad Bunyard, and Robert Laney. Honorary Pallbearers will be Charles Fuhr, Jim Rinehart, Jim Branstetter, Tom Rinehart, Scott Wood, and Travis Wood. Burial will be in the family plot in the Oak Grove Cemetery in rural St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the Springfield Ronald McDonald House. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Viola was united in marriage to Leonard James Blackwell on April 19, 1940 at Rolla, Missouri. To this union two sons were born.
Alma Viola Blackwell was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She and her husband Leonard were married for sixty three years. He preceded her in death in 2003. The two of them were well-known teachers. Viola taught the children of this area for over forty years. Viola was a wonderful Christian who manifested her love for Jesus in her service to others.
She was greatly loved and will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Survivors include two sons: James Blackwell and wife Margaret of Springfield, Missouri and Donald Blackwell of St. James, Missouri; one sister: Lorraine Walls of Rolla along with three grandchildren: Todd Blackwell and wife Jill, Blake and Marc Blackwell.
Preceding Viola in death are her parents; her husband: Leonard Blackwell in 2003; a dearly loved daughter-in-law: Marcie Blackwell in the summer of 2005, one step-brother: Glenn Wilson, and one step-sister: Catherine Licklider.
Services
Viola will lie in state at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri from 6 - 8 PM on Thursday, November 9, 2006.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 AM on Friday, November 10, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel with Jess Rinehart and Steve Helterbrand officiating. Songs will be provided by the Church of Christ Singers. Pallbearers will be Todd Blackwell, Blake Blackwell, Marc Blackwell, Jamie Rinehart, Brad Bunyard, and Robert Laney. Honorary Pallbearers will be Charles Fuhr, Jim Rinehart, Jim Branstetter, Tom Rinehart, Scott Wood, and Travis Wood. Burial will be in the family plot in the Oak Grove Cemetery in rural St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the Springfield Ronald McDonald House. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Muriel (Oberton) Mingo 1922-2006
Muriel Mingo of St. James passed away in St. Louis, Mo. Friday OCtober 27, 2006. She was 84 years of age.
Muriel Mingo was born OCtober 4, 1922 at Beviere, Mo., the daughter of the late Robert and Mabel Emmons Oberton.
On October 1, 1942, she was united in marriage to Anthony S. Mingo. He survives at the family home.
She is preceaded in death by hur parents, one brother Lloyd Overton and two sisters Mary Tessaro and Dorothy Overton.
Muriel is survived by her husband of 64 years, one son: Robin Mingo and his wife Pam of Covington, LA; Daughters: Clorinda Mingo of St. Louis, Glenda Morrison and her husband Bob of St. Louis, Karen Prebinca and husband Ron of St. Louis, Toni Moody and husband Duane of St. Louis and Tina Newhause and husband Gary of St. Louis. Along with one sister Ruth Goodman and husband Gary of Belle, Mo. and 14 grandhchildren and 1 great-grandchild.
Services
Mrs. Mingo will be in state from 5-8 Monday October 30, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Funeral Mass will be conducted 11 am Tuesday October 31, 2006 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Rosati. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. Pallbears will be family. Masses are prefered for St. Anthony's Catholic Church.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Muriel Mingo was born OCtober 4, 1922 at Beviere, Mo., the daughter of the late Robert and Mabel Emmons Oberton.
On October 1, 1942, she was united in marriage to Anthony S. Mingo. He survives at the family home.
She is preceaded in death by hur parents, one brother Lloyd Overton and two sisters Mary Tessaro and Dorothy Overton.
Muriel is survived by her husband of 64 years, one son: Robin Mingo and his wife Pam of Covington, LA; Daughters: Clorinda Mingo of St. Louis, Glenda Morrison and her husband Bob of St. Louis, Karen Prebinca and husband Ron of St. Louis, Toni Moody and husband Duane of St. Louis and Tina Newhause and husband Gary of St. Louis. Along with one sister Ruth Goodman and husband Gary of Belle, Mo. and 14 grandhchildren and 1 great-grandchild.
Services
Mrs. Mingo will be in state from 5-8 Monday October 30, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Funeral Mass will be conducted 11 am Tuesday October 31, 2006 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Rosati. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. Pallbears will be family. Masses are prefered for St. Anthony's Catholic Church.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Marvin Robert Rippelmeyer 1944-2006
Marvin Robert Rippelmeyer passed away at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla, Missouri on October 20, 2006. Marvin was 62 years of age.
Marvin was born on June 30, 1944 in St. Louis, Missouri to his parents: Russell and Helen (Rahu) Rippelmeyer. He was united in marriage to Donna Louise Pergner in Reno, Nevada on January 25, 1995.
Marvin was a retired school teacher and taught in the Cuba and St. James School Districts for 30 years.
Marvin is survived by his wife of the home: Donna Ripplemeyer of St. James, Missouri; one son: Michael Rippelmeyer of St. James, Missouri and one daughter: Michelle Harvey and husband Mike of Waterloo, Illinois; three step-sons: John Tutor and wife Kathy of Biloxi, Mississippi; Bret Campbell and wife Lisa of Lovelock, Nevada; and Bart Campbell and wife Lisa of Lovelock, Nevada; two grandchildren; and seven step-grandchild a host of extended family and friends. Marvin will be sadly missed by everyone who knew and loved him.
Marvin is preceded in death by his parents: Russell and Helen (Rahu) Rippelmeyer.
Services
Visitation was held from 4:00 PM. on Tuesday, October 24, 2006 until time of service at 7:30 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Jon Hagler speaker. Music was provided by Lori Garver, vocalist and Connie Rhea, organist.
Memorials are suggested to the Tri-County Humane Society in St. James, Missouri. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Marvin was born on June 30, 1944 in St. Louis, Missouri to his parents: Russell and Helen (Rahu) Rippelmeyer. He was united in marriage to Donna Louise Pergner in Reno, Nevada on January 25, 1995.
Marvin was a retired school teacher and taught in the Cuba and St. James School Districts for 30 years.
Marvin is survived by his wife of the home: Donna Ripplemeyer of St. James, Missouri; one son: Michael Rippelmeyer of St. James, Missouri and one daughter: Michelle Harvey and husband Mike of Waterloo, Illinois; three step-sons: John Tutor and wife Kathy of Biloxi, Mississippi; Bret Campbell and wife Lisa of Lovelock, Nevada; and Bart Campbell and wife Lisa of Lovelock, Nevada; two grandchildren; and seven step-grandchild a host of extended family and friends. Marvin will be sadly missed by everyone who knew and loved him.
Marvin is preceded in death by his parents: Russell and Helen (Rahu) Rippelmeyer.
Services
Visitation was held from 4:00 PM. on Tuesday, October 24, 2006 until time of service at 7:30 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Jon Hagler speaker. Music was provided by Lori Garver, vocalist and Connie Rhea, organist.
Memorials are suggested to the Tri-County Humane Society in St. James, Missouri. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Mildred M. Skouby 1922-2006
Mildred M. Skouby of St. James, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla, Missouri.
Mildred was born on April 3, 1922 to her parents. Mildred was united in marriage to Russell Skouby on December 26, 1938 and to this union three sons were born.
Mildred is survived by one son: Richard Allen Skouby and wife Louise of St. Roberts, Missouri; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Mildred will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Mildred is preceded in death by her parents; her husband Russell Skouby on October 14, 1989; two sons: Russell James Jr. and Robert Wayne Skouby; also brothers and sisters; along with one neice.
Services
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2006 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 3:00 PM on Sunday, October 8, 2006, at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Jerry Baumann officiating. Steven Brubaker the vocalist will sing Amazing Grace and Hometime. Burial will be in the family plot in the High Gate Baptist Church Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the Hatti Mission Fund. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Mildred was born on April 3, 1922 to her parents. Mildred was united in marriage to Russell Skouby on December 26, 1938 and to this union three sons were born.
Mildred is survived by one son: Richard Allen Skouby and wife Louise of St. Roberts, Missouri; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Mildred will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Mildred is preceded in death by her parents; her husband Russell Skouby on October 14, 1989; two sons: Russell James Jr. and Robert Wayne Skouby; also brothers and sisters; along with one neice.
Services
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2006 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 3:00 PM on Sunday, October 8, 2006, at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Jerry Baumann officiating. Steven Brubaker the vocalist will sing Amazing Grace and Hometime. Burial will be in the family plot in the High Gate Baptist Church Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the Hatti Mission Fund. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Jessie Rose (Hodge) Weaver 1935-2006
Jessie Rose Weaver passed away Friday Ocotober 6, 2006 at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla. She was 71 years 6 months and 2 days of age.
Jessie Weaver was born April 4, 1935 in St. James, the daughter of John F. and Frieda Hall Hodge.
On May 30, 1954, in St. James, Jessie Weaver was united in marriage to George Ernest Weaver Jr.
Jessie Weaver is survived by her husband of over 50 years; George Ernest Weaver Jr. of St. James; Daughters: Patrica Ann Reed and husband Jack of Lakeland, Tennessee; and Mary Katherine Weaver of St. James. Along with grandchildren: John, Jessica and Katherine.
Services
Jessie will lie in state Sunday 6-8 pm October 8, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Funeral Service will be conducted 2 pm Monday October 9, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James with Brother Steven Brubaker officiating and also providing the music. Pallbears will be family and friends. Burial will be in the St. James Cemetery. Memorial are suggested to the Cancer Fund, cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Jessie Weaver was born April 4, 1935 in St. James, the daughter of John F. and Frieda Hall Hodge.
On May 30, 1954, in St. James, Jessie Weaver was united in marriage to George Ernest Weaver Jr.
Jessie Weaver is survived by her husband of over 50 years; George Ernest Weaver Jr. of St. James; Daughters: Patrica Ann Reed and husband Jack of Lakeland, Tennessee; and Mary Katherine Weaver of St. James. Along with grandchildren: John, Jessica and Katherine.
Services
Jessie will lie in state Sunday 6-8 pm October 8, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Funeral Service will be conducted 2 pm Monday October 9, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James with Brother Steven Brubaker officiating and also providing the music. Pallbears will be family and friends. Burial will be in the St. James Cemetery. Memorial are suggested to the Cancer Fund, cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Charles (Jack) Finley Duncan Jr. 1923-2006
Charles (Jack) Finley Duncan Jr. of Vienna, Missouri passed away on October 3, 2006 at the Boone County Hospital in Columbia, Missouri. He was 83 years, 5 months, and 1 day of age.
Jack was born on May 2, 1923 at Dickson, Tennessee to his parents Charles Finley and Gena Irene (Patten) Duncan. He was united in marriage to Darlein Elouise Ferris in 1948 in St. Louis, Missouri. To this union two children were born.
Early in life he accepted Christ and was baptised into Christ and attended the Church of Christ. Jack started preaching the gospel while still in high school. He was valedictorian of his high school and college class. He taught speech and coached debate at the University of Illinois while attending on a fellowship and working on a masters degree. He received his masters in 1951. He taught speech and coached debate at the Athena Bible School 1947-1951. He continued to preach until seriously injured in 1994. He preached full time for two congregations in Huntsville, Alabama; one in Springfield, Illinois; St. Charles, Missouri and Vienna, Missouri. He preached extensively in meetings, especially in Tennessee and Missouri as well as many other states, the Island of Bermuda, and Bethleham, Israel. Jack loved to play tennis and golf; fishing; hunting; and planting trees. He loved being with family and friends; enjoyed watching sports on television and see his granddaughter play sports and play in the band. While at Abilene Christian College he was a member of Who's Who In American Universities and Colleges; Who's Who in ACC; Summa Cum Laude; Gavel Club President; East of Mississippi Club Vice President; Alpha Tau Lambda; Alpha Chi; "A" Club; Alpha Psi Omega; Evangelistic Forum; Melpomenean Players; Los Alegres, A Cappella Chorus. Jack was alway known for his warm smile and for telling everyone he met to come see us sometime. He loved life, the people around him, and the Lord. As a person who has known Jack a long time recently said, "When Jack spoke with a person, you knew that for Jack, there was nothing more important than what that person had to say." Recently Jack told Darlein, "I think we should do more to visit the sick and elderly." Darlein replied, "We are the elderly." Jack was known to praise efforts of all who participated in worship services and for his firm handshake. Many were surprised at his ability to remember names of everyone.
Jack is survived by his wife of the home: Darlein Duncan of Vienna, Missouri; one son: Max Duncan and wife Holly of Maple Falls, Washington; one daughter: Ava Herzing and husband Randy of Vienna, Missouri; one sister: Jane Swan of Amarillo, Texas; two grandchildren: Aidan Duncan and Hannah Herzing; along with a host of friends and extended family. Jack will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Preceding Jack in death is his parents: Charles Finley and Gena Irene (Patten) Duncan.
Services
Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, October 5, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral Services will be conducted on Friday evening at 7:00 PM; October 6, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Ken McDaniel officiating. Songs will be sung by the congregation with Robert Rinehart leading.
Graveside services will be conducted at 11 AM on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at the Oak Grove Cemetery in rural St. James, Missouri. Pallbearers will be Bill Breuer, Bob Breuer, Jack Behle, David Behle, Jim Parker, and Marshall McDaniel. Honorary Pallbearers will be Rusty Otis, Colton McDaniel, John Doughty, and Ben Rhew. Burial will be in the family plot in the Oak Grove Cemetery in rural St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested for support of evangelism in other countries for bibles, books and other materials. Contributions may be made to Jones Funeral Home. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Jack was born on May 2, 1923 at Dickson, Tennessee to his parents Charles Finley and Gena Irene (Patten) Duncan. He was united in marriage to Darlein Elouise Ferris in 1948 in St. Louis, Missouri. To this union two children were born.
Early in life he accepted Christ and was baptised into Christ and attended the Church of Christ. Jack started preaching the gospel while still in high school. He was valedictorian of his high school and college class. He taught speech and coached debate at the University of Illinois while attending on a fellowship and working on a masters degree. He received his masters in 1951. He taught speech and coached debate at the Athena Bible School 1947-1951. He continued to preach until seriously injured in 1994. He preached full time for two congregations in Huntsville, Alabama; one in Springfield, Illinois; St. Charles, Missouri and Vienna, Missouri. He preached extensively in meetings, especially in Tennessee and Missouri as well as many other states, the Island of Bermuda, and Bethleham, Israel. Jack loved to play tennis and golf; fishing; hunting; and planting trees. He loved being with family and friends; enjoyed watching sports on television and see his granddaughter play sports and play in the band. While at Abilene Christian College he was a member of Who's Who In American Universities and Colleges; Who's Who in ACC; Summa Cum Laude; Gavel Club President; East of Mississippi Club Vice President; Alpha Tau Lambda; Alpha Chi; "A" Club; Alpha Psi Omega; Evangelistic Forum; Melpomenean Players; Los Alegres, A Cappella Chorus. Jack was alway known for his warm smile and for telling everyone he met to come see us sometime. He loved life, the people around him, and the Lord. As a person who has known Jack a long time recently said, "When Jack spoke with a person, you knew that for Jack, there was nothing more important than what that person had to say." Recently Jack told Darlein, "I think we should do more to visit the sick and elderly." Darlein replied, "We are the elderly." Jack was known to praise efforts of all who participated in worship services and for his firm handshake. Many were surprised at his ability to remember names of everyone.
Jack is survived by his wife of the home: Darlein Duncan of Vienna, Missouri; one son: Max Duncan and wife Holly of Maple Falls, Washington; one daughter: Ava Herzing and husband Randy of Vienna, Missouri; one sister: Jane Swan of Amarillo, Texas; two grandchildren: Aidan Duncan and Hannah Herzing; along with a host of friends and extended family. Jack will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Preceding Jack in death is his parents: Charles Finley and Gena Irene (Patten) Duncan.
Services
Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, October 5, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral Services will be conducted on Friday evening at 7:00 PM; October 6, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Ken McDaniel officiating. Songs will be sung by the congregation with Robert Rinehart leading.
Graveside services will be conducted at 11 AM on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at the Oak Grove Cemetery in rural St. James, Missouri. Pallbearers will be Bill Breuer, Bob Breuer, Jack Behle, David Behle, Jim Parker, and Marshall McDaniel. Honorary Pallbearers will be Rusty Otis, Colton McDaniel, John Doughty, and Ben Rhew. Burial will be in the family plot in the Oak Grove Cemetery in rural St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested for support of evangelism in other countries for bibles, books and other materials. Contributions may be made to Jones Funeral Home. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Hazel L. (Smith) Saladin 1930-2006
Hazel L. Saladin passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2006 in Blue Springs, Missouri. She was 76 years, 3 months, and 16 days of age.
Hazel was born on May 28, 1930 at Cook Station, Missouri to her parents; Wilmer and Blanche (Broyles) Smith. She was united in marriage to Clyde Saladin on June 4, 1946 in Rolla, Missouri and to this union two sons were born.
Hazel is survived by two sons: James Roy Saladin and wife Brenda of Buckner, Missouri and Steve Allen Saladin and wife Karen of Moscow, Idaho; two grandchildren: Lisa and Erin Saladin and two great-grandchildren: (Twins) Madison and Taylor Saladin; a host of familly of friends. Hazel will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Preceding Hazel in death is her parents; Wilmer and Blanche (Broyles) Smith; her husband: Clyde Saladin on October 16, 1996; one grandson: Brian Saladin and one great-grandson: Jordan Saladin.
Services
Visitation will be held on Friday, September 15, 2006 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, September 16, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri. Pallbearers will be Reg Brigham, Harold Hart, Dennis Sprugeon, Bill Potts, Sonny Spurgeon, Melvin Williams.
Burial will be in the family plot at the Miles Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the Miles Cemetery. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mis
Hazel was born on May 28, 1930 at Cook Station, Missouri to her parents; Wilmer and Blanche (Broyles) Smith. She was united in marriage to Clyde Saladin on June 4, 1946 in Rolla, Missouri and to this union two sons were born.
Hazel is survived by two sons: James Roy Saladin and wife Brenda of Buckner, Missouri and Steve Allen Saladin and wife Karen of Moscow, Idaho; two grandchildren: Lisa and Erin Saladin and two great-grandchildren: (Twins) Madison and Taylor Saladin; a host of familly of friends. Hazel will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Preceding Hazel in death is her parents; Wilmer and Blanche (Broyles) Smith; her husband: Clyde Saladin on October 16, 1996; one grandson: Brian Saladin and one great-grandson: Jordan Saladin.
Services
Visitation will be held on Friday, September 15, 2006 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, September 16, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri. Pallbearers will be Reg Brigham, Harold Hart, Dennis Sprugeon, Bill Potts, Sonny Spurgeon, Melvin Williams.
Burial will be in the family plot at the Miles Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the Miles Cemetery. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mis
Mary Catherine (Spudich) Ragan 1910-2006
Mary Catherine Ragan passed away in St. Louis, Mo. on Tuesday, September 5, 2006. She was 96 years of age.
Mary Catherine Ragan was born on August 15, 1910 in Benld, Illinois to her parents Nicholas and Anna (Dobrinic) Spudich. She was united in marriage to Franklin Charles Ragan in 1927 in Rolla, Missouri and to this union three daughters were born.
Surviving Mary is three daughters: Patricia Ann Sandfer and husband Steven of St. James, Missouri; Donna Vincent and husband Don of Sands Springs, Oklahoma; and Judith Simpson of Ferguson, Missouri; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Mary will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Preceding Mary in death is her parents Nicholas and Anna (Dobrinic) Spudich; her husband: Franklin Charles Ragan in 1975; brothers: Nichlas, Andrew, Rudolph, and John Spudich; sisters: Madge Geringer, Anne Dec, Frances Millick, and Evelyn Magewiski.
Services
Visitation for Mary will be on Wednesday, September 6, 2006 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri
Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, September 7, 2006 at 11 AM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, with Brother Jerry Baumann officiating. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Interment will be in the family plot in the St. James
Cemetery.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Mary Catherine Ragan was born on August 15, 1910 in Benld, Illinois to her parents Nicholas and Anna (Dobrinic) Spudich. She was united in marriage to Franklin Charles Ragan in 1927 in Rolla, Missouri and to this union three daughters were born.
Surviving Mary is three daughters: Patricia Ann Sandfer and husband Steven of St. James, Missouri; Donna Vincent and husband Don of Sands Springs, Oklahoma; and Judith Simpson of Ferguson, Missouri; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Mary will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Preceding Mary in death is her parents Nicholas and Anna (Dobrinic) Spudich; her husband: Franklin Charles Ragan in 1975; brothers: Nichlas, Andrew, Rudolph, and John Spudich; sisters: Madge Geringer, Anne Dec, Frances Millick, and Evelyn Magewiski.
Services
Visitation for Mary will be on Wednesday, September 6, 2006 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri
Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, September 7, 2006 at 11 AM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, with Brother Jerry Baumann officiating. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Interment will be in the family plot in the St. James
Cemetery.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Josephine Mae (Woods) Schneider 1919-2006
Josephine Mae Schneider passed away at the St. James Nursing Home in St. James, Missouri on Tuesday, September 5, 2006.
Josephine was born on February 21, 1919 in Rolla, Missouri to her parents: Claude and Gertrude (Perry) Woods. She was united in marriage to John Arthur Schneider on May 31, 1942 in St. Louis, Missouri. To this union three children were born.
Josephine was a loving mother and wife. She was a member of the St. James Eastern Star in St. James, Missouri.
Surviving Josephine is two daughters: Mary Lou John of Arcadia, Florida and Bety Jo Mitchell of Austin, Texas; one son: Bill Schneider and wife Vana of Bridgeton, Missouri and one brother Earnest Woods of Northfield, New Jersey.
Josephine is preceded in death by her parents: Claude and Gertrude (Perry) Woods and her husband: John Arthur Schneider on April 2, 1976.
Services
Graveside services will be conducted on Wednesday, September 6, 2006 at the St. James Cemetery with Brother Jerry Baumann officiating.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Josephine was born on February 21, 1919 in Rolla, Missouri to her parents: Claude and Gertrude (Perry) Woods. She was united in marriage to John Arthur Schneider on May 31, 1942 in St. Louis, Missouri. To this union three children were born.
Josephine was a loving mother and wife. She was a member of the St. James Eastern Star in St. James, Missouri.
Surviving Josephine is two daughters: Mary Lou John of Arcadia, Florida and Bety Jo Mitchell of Austin, Texas; one son: Bill Schneider and wife Vana of Bridgeton, Missouri and one brother Earnest Woods of Northfield, New Jersey.
Josephine is preceded in death by her parents: Claude and Gertrude (Perry) Woods and her husband: John Arthur Schneider on April 2, 1976.
Services
Graveside services will be conducted on Wednesday, September 6, 2006 at the St. James Cemetery with Brother Jerry Baumann officiating.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Jordon E. Ray 1981-2006
Jordon E. Ray passed away on September 1, 2006 at his home in Edgar Springs, Mo., Missouri. He was 25 years and 7 months of age.
Jordon was born on February 1, 1981, at Rolla, Missouri to his parents Dennis and Teresa Ray.
Surviving Jordon is his mother: Teresa (Dodson) Ray of Edgar Springs, Missouri and his father: Dennis Ray and wife Judith of Newburg, Missouri; one son: Jarrett Elza Ray of Rolla, Missouri; one daughter: Mikyala Noelle Ray of Rolla, Missouri; one sister: Jessica Ray of St. James, Missouri; two step-sisters; grandfather: George Dodson of Sullivan, Missouri; uncles and aunts. Jordon will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Preceding Jordon in death is his grandparents: Thomas Elza and Wanda (Copeland) Ray; and grandmother: Eunice (Blankenship) Dodson.
Jordon had many hobbies, he liked to fish and to hunt dove and deer, and enjoyed tractors and heavy equipment. He had an extremely kind heart. and loved working with the kids at Boys Town.
Services
Visitation was held Sunday, September 3, 2006 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral Services were conducted on Monday, September 4, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Dennis Gray officiating. Pallbearers were Ray Byrd; Josh Mankin; Keith Bullock; Rod Lewis; Rick Lewis; and Mike Davis. Interment was in the family plot in the Adams Cemetery in rural St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested in lieu of flowers to a Jorden Ray Childrens Trust Fund , cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Jordon was born on February 1, 1981, at Rolla, Missouri to his parents Dennis and Teresa Ray.
Surviving Jordon is his mother: Teresa (Dodson) Ray of Edgar Springs, Missouri and his father: Dennis Ray and wife Judith of Newburg, Missouri; one son: Jarrett Elza Ray of Rolla, Missouri; one daughter: Mikyala Noelle Ray of Rolla, Missouri; one sister: Jessica Ray of St. James, Missouri; two step-sisters; grandfather: George Dodson of Sullivan, Missouri; uncles and aunts. Jordon will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Preceding Jordon in death is his grandparents: Thomas Elza and Wanda (Copeland) Ray; and grandmother: Eunice (Blankenship) Dodson.
Jordon had many hobbies, he liked to fish and to hunt dove and deer, and enjoyed tractors and heavy equipment. He had an extremely kind heart. and loved working with the kids at Boys Town.
Services
Visitation was held Sunday, September 3, 2006 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral Services were conducted on Monday, September 4, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Dennis Gray officiating. Pallbearers were Ray Byrd; Josh Mankin; Keith Bullock; Rod Lewis; Rick Lewis; and Mike Davis. Interment was in the family plot in the Adams Cemetery in rural St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested in lieu of flowers to a Jorden Ray Childrens Trust Fund , cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Yi Sun (Choi) Green 1950-2006
Yi Sun (Choi) Green of St. James, Missouri passed away on September 1, 2006. Yi Sun was 56 years of age.
Yi Sun was born on May 5, 1950 in SongJungRi, Repulbic of Korea to her parents Joong Goo and Pan Rie (Chang) Choi.
Yi Sun was a devoted Catholic and member of St. Patricks Catholic Church. She worked several years at John F. Hodge High School.
Yi Sun is survived by her husband of the home: Dennis Green of St. James, Missouri; two daughters: Susan Watson and husband Frederick of St. James, Missouri and Linda Parrish and husband Ryan of Peculiar, Missouri; one granddaughter: Hunter Watson; two grandsons; Tucker Watson and Vinsen Parris. Yi Sun dearly loved her grandchildren and enjoyed the years she had with them.
Yi Sun is preceded in death by her parents: Joong Good and Pan Rie (Chang) Choi.
Services
Visitation for Yi Sun will be on Tuesday, September 5, 2006 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, September 6, 2006 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Rolla, Missouri with Msgr. David Cox officiating. Pallbearers will be
Bruce Parton. Fred Watson, Bill Green; Steve Schrick; John Huster and Interment will be in the familly plot in the St. James Cemetery in St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society. Cards are available at Jones
Funeral Home.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Yi Sun was born on May 5, 1950 in SongJungRi, Repulbic of Korea to her parents Joong Goo and Pan Rie (Chang) Choi.
Yi Sun was a devoted Catholic and member of St. Patricks Catholic Church. She worked several years at John F. Hodge High School.
Yi Sun is survived by her husband of the home: Dennis Green of St. James, Missouri; two daughters: Susan Watson and husband Frederick of St. James, Missouri and Linda Parrish and husband Ryan of Peculiar, Missouri; one granddaughter: Hunter Watson; two grandsons; Tucker Watson and Vinsen Parris. Yi Sun dearly loved her grandchildren and enjoyed the years she had with them.
Yi Sun is preceded in death by her parents: Joong Good and Pan Rie (Chang) Choi.
Services
Visitation for Yi Sun will be on Tuesday, September 5, 2006 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, September 6, 2006 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Rolla, Missouri with Msgr. David Cox officiating. Pallbearers will be
Bruce Parton. Fred Watson, Bill Green; Steve Schrick; John Huster and Interment will be in the familly plot in the St. James Cemetery in St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society. Cards are available at Jones
Funeral Home.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Lorraine (Gray) Keim 1922-2006
Lorraine Keim of St. James, Missouri passed away at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla, Missouri on Tuesday, August 15, 2006. She was 84 years of age.
Lorraine was born on April 12, 1922 to her parents A. E. (Pete) and Lydia (Drewell) Gray.
Lorraine was a lifetime resident of St. James, Missouri and attended church at the First Church of God in St. James, Missouri. Lorraine was Secretary and served on the Board of St. James Senior Citizens. She loved sewing, gardening and spending time with her family.
Lorraine is survived by her Husband: Harry Keim of St. James, Missouri; Son: Ron Boggs and wife Lorraine of Vichy, Missouri; Daughter: Lynnette Romine of St. James, Missouri; Stepchildren: Darlene Frey and husband Odell of St. James, Missouri; Kenny Keim and wife Laura of Florissant, Missouri; Sister: Loretta Glenn of St. James, Missouri; eleven Grandchildren; fourteen Great-Grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews; other extended family and friends.
Preceding Lorraine in death is her Parents: A. E. (Pete) and Lydia (Drewell) Gray; one Son: Ray Boggs; four Brothers: Adrian, Austin, Ausburn, and Audrey Gray.
Services
Visitation for Lorraine will be held from 6 - 8 PM on Thursday, August 17, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, August 18, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Rev. Terry Robinson officiating. Pallbearers will be Jodi Sanders, Darin Boggs, Ray Boggs, Bill Glenn, Joe Cardetti and Robert Laney. Song will be Amazing Grace and Goodnight Here, Good Morning Up There with Lori Garver, vocalist. Interment will be in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the Keim Headstone Memorial Fund.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Lorraine was born on April 12, 1922 to her parents A. E. (Pete) and Lydia (Drewell) Gray.
Lorraine was a lifetime resident of St. James, Missouri and attended church at the First Church of God in St. James, Missouri. Lorraine was Secretary and served on the Board of St. James Senior Citizens. She loved sewing, gardening and spending time with her family.
Lorraine is survived by her Husband: Harry Keim of St. James, Missouri; Son: Ron Boggs and wife Lorraine of Vichy, Missouri; Daughter: Lynnette Romine of St. James, Missouri; Stepchildren: Darlene Frey and husband Odell of St. James, Missouri; Kenny Keim and wife Laura of Florissant, Missouri; Sister: Loretta Glenn of St. James, Missouri; eleven Grandchildren; fourteen Great-Grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews; other extended family and friends.
Preceding Lorraine in death is her Parents: A. E. (Pete) and Lydia (Drewell) Gray; one Son: Ray Boggs; four Brothers: Adrian, Austin, Ausburn, and Audrey Gray.
Services
Visitation for Lorraine will be held from 6 - 8 PM on Thursday, August 17, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, August 18, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Rev. Terry Robinson officiating. Pallbearers will be Jodi Sanders, Darin Boggs, Ray Boggs, Bill Glenn, Joe Cardetti and Robert Laney. Song will be Amazing Grace and Goodnight Here, Good Morning Up There with Lori Garver, vocalist. Interment will be in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the Keim Headstone Memorial Fund.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Harriett Ann (Beezley) Weiss 1928-2006
Harriett Ann Weiss of Branson, Missouri formerly of St. James, Missouri passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2006 at Branson Health Rehab in Branson, Missouri. She was
78 years; 6 months; and 13 days of age.
Harriett was born on January 28, 1928 to her parents Floy and Bessie Ellen (Shepherd) Beezley. Harriett was united in marriage to Gordon E. Weiss on September 5, 1946 in St. James, Missouri.
Harriett is survived by two sons: Thomas William Weiss and wife Jane of Jonesboro, Arkansas and Rex Gordon Weiss and wife Sherri of Ozark, Missouri; one daughter: Lynn Weiss McCallister and husband Larry of Huntsville, Alabama; one sister: Wanda Bonham of St. James, Missouri.
Preceding Harriett is death is her husband Gordon E. Weiss on November 19, 1987; her parents: Floy and Bessie (Shepherd) Beezley.
Mrs. Weiss was the director of the St. James Golden Age Center for many years, a strong supporter of the St. James Booster Club, President of the St. James Junior Club, University Coterie and the International Wives Club.
Services
Visitation will be held Saturday, August 12, 2006 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services were be conducted on Sunday, August 13, 2006 at 1:30 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel. Don Carson will officiate the service. Music was provided by the Braschler Family. Serving as pallbearers will be Rex Weiss, Tom Weiss, Joshua Weiss, Todd Braschler, Paul Braschler and Cliff Braschler. Burial will be in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery in St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to First Church of God in St. James, Missouri or St. James Golden Age Center in St. James, Missouri. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
78 years; 6 months; and 13 days of age.
Harriett was born on January 28, 1928 to her parents Floy and Bessie Ellen (Shepherd) Beezley. Harriett was united in marriage to Gordon E. Weiss on September 5, 1946 in St. James, Missouri.
Harriett is survived by two sons: Thomas William Weiss and wife Jane of Jonesboro, Arkansas and Rex Gordon Weiss and wife Sherri of Ozark, Missouri; one daughter: Lynn Weiss McCallister and husband Larry of Huntsville, Alabama; one sister: Wanda Bonham of St. James, Missouri.
Preceding Harriett is death is her husband Gordon E. Weiss on November 19, 1987; her parents: Floy and Bessie (Shepherd) Beezley.
Mrs. Weiss was the director of the St. James Golden Age Center for many years, a strong supporter of the St. James Booster Club, President of the St. James Junior Club, University Coterie and the International Wives Club.
Services
Visitation will be held Saturday, August 12, 2006 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services were be conducted on Sunday, August 13, 2006 at 1:30 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel. Don Carson will officiate the service. Music was provided by the Braschler Family. Serving as pallbearers will be Rex Weiss, Tom Weiss, Joshua Weiss, Todd Braschler, Paul Braschler and Cliff Braschler. Burial will be in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery in St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to First Church of God in St. James, Missouri or St. James Golden Age Center in St. James, Missouri. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Katie Frances (Shackelfurd) Dillon 1949-2006
Katie Frances Dillon Passed away at her home in rural St. James, Missouri on August 3, 2006. She was 57 years, 2 months and 22 days of age.
Katie was born on May 12, 1949 at Waynesville, Missouri to her parents. On August 3, 1968 Katie was united in marriage to Walter Dillon at Rolla, Missouri.
Katie worked for a telephone company; Sears; and Walmart for 14 years. Katie and Walter owned and operated K & W Dillon Trucking & Clay Mining. Katie enjoyed fishing anytime and anyplace. She also loved to deer hunt and bowling. She was a very hard worker and very intelligent. She was a role model for her sisters but was also a tomboy, very opinionated, strong willed, stubborn, and tough, but also a very fair person. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.
Katie is survived by her husband of the home: Walter Dillon of St. James, Missouri; one son: Jefftery Hoffman of St. James, Missouri; one daughter: Stacey Dillon of Rolla, Missouri; mother: Fern (Doyel) Shackelfurd of Rolla, Missouri; brother: Chuck Shackelfurd and wife Vickie of Rolla, Missouri; two sisters: Donna Jones and husband Carl of St. James, Missouri; and Corky Humphrey and husband Donnie of Rolla, Missouri; 2 grandchildren: Christopher Hoffman and Shane Stotler and a host of relatives and friends. Katie will be greatlly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Preceding Katie in death is her father: Charles Shackelfurd Sr.
Services
Visitation will be Saturday, August 5, 2006 from 4 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 2:00 PM, Sunday, August 6, 2006 at Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Reverend Richard Miller officiating. Old Rugged Cross and In The Garden will be sung by Lori Garver, Vocalist. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society or American Lung Association.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Katie was born on May 12, 1949 at Waynesville, Missouri to her parents. On August 3, 1968 Katie was united in marriage to Walter Dillon at Rolla, Missouri.
Katie worked for a telephone company; Sears; and Walmart for 14 years. Katie and Walter owned and operated K & W Dillon Trucking & Clay Mining. Katie enjoyed fishing anytime and anyplace. She also loved to deer hunt and bowling. She was a very hard worker and very intelligent. She was a role model for her sisters but was also a tomboy, very opinionated, strong willed, stubborn, and tough, but also a very fair person. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.
Katie is survived by her husband of the home: Walter Dillon of St. James, Missouri; one son: Jefftery Hoffman of St. James, Missouri; one daughter: Stacey Dillon of Rolla, Missouri; mother: Fern (Doyel) Shackelfurd of Rolla, Missouri; brother: Chuck Shackelfurd and wife Vickie of Rolla, Missouri; two sisters: Donna Jones and husband Carl of St. James, Missouri; and Corky Humphrey and husband Donnie of Rolla, Missouri; 2 grandchildren: Christopher Hoffman and Shane Stotler and a host of relatives and friends. Katie will be greatlly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Preceding Katie in death is her father: Charles Shackelfurd Sr.
Services
Visitation will be Saturday, August 5, 2006 from 4 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 2:00 PM, Sunday, August 6, 2006 at Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Reverend Richard Miller officiating. Old Rugged Cross and In The Garden will be sung by Lori Garver, Vocalist. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society or American Lung Association.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Louis Scott Salter 1971-2006
Louis Scott Salter of St. James, Missouri passed away on July 26, 2006 at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla, Missouri. Louis was 35 years of age.
Louis was born on January 20, 1971 in Festus, Missouri to his parents Charles L. and Shirley F. (Stegall) Salter.
Louis is survived by one Son: Brandon Salter Sinclair of Hannibal, Missouri; one Daughter: Kelsey Salter Baggett of St. Louis, Missouri; Mother: Shirley F. (Stegall) Salter of St. James, Missouri; one Brother: Charles L. Salter Jr. of Quincy, Illinois; one Sister: Valerie Salter Erb of Festus, Missouri; a host of relatives and friends. Louis will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Louis is preceded in death by his Father: Charles L. Salter Sr. on November 1, 2004.
Services
Louis will lie in state on Friday, July 28, 2006, from 12 noon to 2:00 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, July 28, 2006 at 2:00 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Leslie Koerber officiating. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Burial will be in the family plot in the Skaggs Chapel Cemetery in Belle, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Louis was born on January 20, 1971 in Festus, Missouri to his parents Charles L. and Shirley F. (Stegall) Salter.
Louis is survived by one Son: Brandon Salter Sinclair of Hannibal, Missouri; one Daughter: Kelsey Salter Baggett of St. Louis, Missouri; Mother: Shirley F. (Stegall) Salter of St. James, Missouri; one Brother: Charles L. Salter Jr. of Quincy, Illinois; one Sister: Valerie Salter Erb of Festus, Missouri; a host of relatives and friends. Louis will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Louis is preceded in death by his Father: Charles L. Salter Sr. on November 1, 2004.
Services
Louis will lie in state on Friday, July 28, 2006, from 12 noon to 2:00 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, July 28, 2006 at 2:00 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Leslie Koerber officiating. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Burial will be in the family plot in the Skaggs Chapel Cemetery in Belle, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Virginia Lee (Sutherland) McMillen 1928-2006
Virginia Lee McMillen of St. James passed away Thursday July 20, 2006, at her home in St. James. She was 77 years 8 months and 29 days of age.
Virginia McMcMillen was born October 21, 1928 at Granite City, Illinois the daughter of the late Swithen Anthony and Margaret Elizabeth Ogle Sutherland.
On December 18, 1948 at St Louis, Mo., Mrs. McMillen was united in marriage to Justein McMillen. Mr. McMillen entered into rest April 4, 2001.
Mrs McMillen is survived by one son; Jay McMillen and wife Teri of Joplin, Mo.; Daughters: Barbara Sue Schafale and her husband Richard of Tuscon, Arizona and Regina Lee Mertz and husband Greg of Los Alamos, NM. Along with 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
Mrs. McMillen loved to play Pinochle and Texas Hold'em, she loved to read and play dominos with her friends, but mostly she enjoyed entertaining family and friends. She was an active person, she enjoyed the Mariners Club with the Presberterian Church in Cuba, Widows Support group in Rolla and helped with the Senior Companions.
Mrs. McMillen's special phrase that she will always be remembered by is "I'll be here".... she will be sadly missed by her family and friends.
Services
Mrs. McMillen was in state from 4-8 p.m. Saturday July 22, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Funeral Service were conducted 3:00 p.m. Sunday July 23, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James with the Rev. Mary Arnold officiating. Hymns Amazing Grace and How Great Thou Art were sung by the congergation. Pallbears were: Greg Mertz, Jay McMillen, Richard Schafale, Mark McMillen, Roger McMillen and Tony Sutherland. Burial was in the family plot at the Keysville Cemetery in Steelville, Mo.
Arrangement are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
Virginia McMcMillen was born October 21, 1928 at Granite City, Illinois the daughter of the late Swithen Anthony and Margaret Elizabeth Ogle Sutherland.
On December 18, 1948 at St Louis, Mo., Mrs. McMillen was united in marriage to Justein McMillen. Mr. McMillen entered into rest April 4, 2001.
Mrs McMillen is survived by one son; Jay McMillen and wife Teri of Joplin, Mo.; Daughters: Barbara Sue Schafale and her husband Richard of Tuscon, Arizona and Regina Lee Mertz and husband Greg of Los Alamos, NM. Along with 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
Mrs. McMillen loved to play Pinochle and Texas Hold'em, she loved to read and play dominos with her friends, but mostly she enjoyed entertaining family and friends. She was an active person, she enjoyed the Mariners Club with the Presberterian Church in Cuba, Widows Support group in Rolla and helped with the Senior Companions.
Mrs. McMillen's special phrase that she will always be remembered by is "I'll be here".... she will be sadly missed by her family and friends.
Services
Mrs. McMillen was in state from 4-8 p.m. Saturday July 22, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Funeral Service were conducted 3:00 p.m. Sunday July 23, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James with the Rev. Mary Arnold officiating. Hymns Amazing Grace and How Great Thou Art were sung by the congergation. Pallbears were: Greg Mertz, Jay McMillen, Richard Schafale, Mark McMillen, Roger McMillen and Tony Sutherland. Burial was in the family plot at the Keysville Cemetery in Steelville, Mo.
Arrangement are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
Arthur Crumbwell "Smiley" Southard 1917-2006
Arthur Crumbwell "Smiley" Southard of St. James passed away Thursday July 6, 2006 at the St. James Nursing Home. He was 88 Years 7 months and 24 days of age.
Arthur Southar was born November 12, 1917 in Maries County, the son of the late Oliver and Parailie Moreland Southard.
On February 22, 1941 at Broadway Baptist Church near St. James, Arthur was united in marriage to Myrtle Stockton Southard. She entered into rest January 17, 1998.
Arthur Southard is survived by Two sons: Roger Southard of St. James and Leonard Southard of St. James; Daughters: Karen Cochran and husband Elmer of St. James, Sharon Webster and husband Dan of Cuba, Verlee Foust and husband Jim of St. James and LaDonna Southard of Gladstone, Mo. ALso survived by 18 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.
Services
Arthur Southard will lie in state at the Jones Funeral Home Saturday July 8, 2006, from 6-8 pm.
Funeral Service will be conducted 2 pm Sunday July 9, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James with Brother Dan Bauder officiating. Pallbears will be Mike Southard, Matt Southard, Doug Clark, Bryan Webster, Jimmy Foust and Jeremy Ocgathap. Honorary Pallbearsers will be Randy Huckaba, Rodney Huckaba, Bobby Huckaba, Scott Stockton, Cain Southard, Cole Southard and Kenny Shawn Southard. Burial will be in the family plot at the Southard Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Arthur Southar was born November 12, 1917 in Maries County, the son of the late Oliver and Parailie Moreland Southard.
On February 22, 1941 at Broadway Baptist Church near St. James, Arthur was united in marriage to Myrtle Stockton Southard. She entered into rest January 17, 1998.
Arthur Southard is survived by Two sons: Roger Southard of St. James and Leonard Southard of St. James; Daughters: Karen Cochran and husband Elmer of St. James, Sharon Webster and husband Dan of Cuba, Verlee Foust and husband Jim of St. James and LaDonna Southard of Gladstone, Mo. ALso survived by 18 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.
Services
Arthur Southard will lie in state at the Jones Funeral Home Saturday July 8, 2006, from 6-8 pm.
Funeral Service will be conducted 2 pm Sunday July 9, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James with Brother Dan Bauder officiating. Pallbears will be Mike Southard, Matt Southard, Doug Clark, Bryan Webster, Jimmy Foust and Jeremy Ocgathap. Honorary Pallbearsers will be Randy Huckaba, Rodney Huckaba, Bobby Huckaba, Scott Stockton, Cain Southard, Cole Southard and Kenny Shawn Southard. Burial will be in the family plot at the Southard Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Mary I. (Voyles) Davis 1908-2006
Mary I. Davis of St. James, Missouri, passed away at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center on Tuesday, July 4, 2006. She was 97 years of age.
Mary was born on December 26, 1908 to her parents: Jesse and Cora Edith (Bell) Voyles. Mary was united in marriage to Lowell J. Davis on December 1, 1937 in St. Louis, Missouri. To this union two children were born.
Mary worked at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center from 1951 to 1974 as a registered nurse. She worked for a few years in St. Louis in private duty and also in the Christian Hospital in St. Louis. Mary was very active in the Civics Club, Garden Club, Mite Society of St. James Christian Church and the Golden Age Center. She loved to play bridge, knit, sew, and do hand work. Mary was a member of the St. James Christian Church and the 17th District Nurses Organization. She volunteered for the Phelps County Regional Medical Center. Mary was always a very active lady.
Mary is survived by one daughter: Betty Cahill and husband Randall of St. James, Missouri; one son-in-law: Frank Rice of Florida; three grandchildren: Donn Cahill of St. Peters, Missouri; Loren Cahill and wife April of St. James, Missouri; and Miranda Medrano and husband Jose of California; two great-grandchild: Ty Cahill and Audrey Cahill of St. James, Missouri; and a God Daughter: Ellen Tutoli of Columbia, Missouri; a host of other relatives and friends who will miss her greatly.
Mary is preceded in death by her parents: Jesse and Cora Edith (Bell) Voyles; her husband: Lowell J. Davis on September 29, 1993; and one daughter: Cindy Rice; two sisters: Opal Moss and Clara Litherland; three brothers: Paul, John Edward and Murel Voyles.
Services
Mary will lie in state from 6 - 8 PM on Friday, July 7, 2006, at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, July 8, 2006 at 2:00 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Aaron Jeffers officiating. Pallbearers will be Loren Cahill, Donn Cahill, April Cahill, Jim Lange, Miranda Medrano, and Jack Smoot. Music will be provided by Lori Rivers singing Amazing Grace and In The
Garden. Interment will be in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery in St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the Shriners Hospital. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Mary was born on December 26, 1908 to her parents: Jesse and Cora Edith (Bell) Voyles. Mary was united in marriage to Lowell J. Davis on December 1, 1937 in St. Louis, Missouri. To this union two children were born.
Mary worked at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center from 1951 to 1974 as a registered nurse. She worked for a few years in St. Louis in private duty and also in the Christian Hospital in St. Louis. Mary was very active in the Civics Club, Garden Club, Mite Society of St. James Christian Church and the Golden Age Center. She loved to play bridge, knit, sew, and do hand work. Mary was a member of the St. James Christian Church and the 17th District Nurses Organization. She volunteered for the Phelps County Regional Medical Center. Mary was always a very active lady.
Mary is survived by one daughter: Betty Cahill and husband Randall of St. James, Missouri; one son-in-law: Frank Rice of Florida; three grandchildren: Donn Cahill of St. Peters, Missouri; Loren Cahill and wife April of St. James, Missouri; and Miranda Medrano and husband Jose of California; two great-grandchild: Ty Cahill and Audrey Cahill of St. James, Missouri; and a God Daughter: Ellen Tutoli of Columbia, Missouri; a host of other relatives and friends who will miss her greatly.
Mary is preceded in death by her parents: Jesse and Cora Edith (Bell) Voyles; her husband: Lowell J. Davis on September 29, 1993; and one daughter: Cindy Rice; two sisters: Opal Moss and Clara Litherland; three brothers: Paul, John Edward and Murel Voyles.
Services
Mary will lie in state from 6 - 8 PM on Friday, July 7, 2006, at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, July 8, 2006 at 2:00 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Aaron Jeffers officiating. Pallbearers will be Loren Cahill, Donn Cahill, April Cahill, Jim Lange, Miranda Medrano, and Jack Smoot. Music will be provided by Lori Rivers singing Amazing Grace and In The
Garden. Interment will be in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery in St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the Shriners Hospital. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Maxine Janice (Steen) Chambers 1922-2006
Maxine Janice (Steen) Chambers passed away on Monday, June 19, 2006 at her home in St. James, Missouri. She was 83 years of age.
Maxine was born on October 2, 1922 near Royal, Missouri, the second child born to William Everett and Clara Grace (Mosher) Steen. She lived her early years in St. James, where she attended grade school and graduated from St. James High School in May of 1940. Always aspiring to be a nurse, she began working as a receptionist at McFarland's Hospital in Rolla, MO. In 1942, she applied to Washington University School of Nursing where she earned her Graduate Nurse degree in 1948. After finishing her bachelor degree in 1948, she continued her nursing career accepting a position as supervisor for the outpatient department clinic of the Leahi Tuberculosis Hospital in Honolulu, Hawaii. She went on to graduate in 1956 from the University of Hawaii with a Bachelor of Public Health Nursing. After returning stateside, Maxine practiced nursing in San Jose, CA, Corpus Christi, TX, and Memphis, TN. In 1960, she received her Masters of Public Health Nursing degree at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. She worked at the University of Tennessee Department of Pediatrics in Memphis and was Staff Education Director with Memphis and Shelby County Health Department in Tennessee. She retired from her nursing career after teaching at both Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville and the University of Missouri at Columbia.
In 1940, Maxine was introduced to her husband of 62 years, William "Bill" Pierce Chambers in St. James, MO while he was home on leave from the U.S. Navy. On July 29, 1943, Bill and Maxine were married at Hyde Park Baptist Church in Chicago, IL. With Bill in the military, they traveled to a number of duty stations throughout his 20 years of service. In 1972, Bill and Maxine returned to St. James, building a home near High Gate, where they lived for 32 years. Maxine was active as past President of the Garden Club in St. James and as a state judge for flower shows. She was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church where she was a past council member. She very much enjoyed entertaining her family and friends, working in the garden, taking care of her dogs, and staying in touch with her many friends. In 2005, with declining health, the couple moved to her parent's home in St. James. On June 19, 2006, Maxine passed away peacefully to be with her Heavenly Father.
Maxine is preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Ellen Bernice Steen in 1932; one brother, Merel Jackson Steen in 1993; and her husband Bill, who passed away on June 29, 2005. She is survived by four nephews: Merel W. Steen and wife Loveta of Cook Station, Missouri; Duane Steen and Betty of Eureka, California; Joel Steen of San Jose, California; and Terry Steen and wife Lynda of Corpus Christi, Texas; three nieces: Deborah Schoolcraft and husband Roger of Fayetteville, Arkansas; Kathleen Glenn and husband Ellory of Ferguson, Missouri; and Elizabeth Edgar and husband John of St. James, Missouri; 18 great nieces and nephews; 14 great-great nieces and nephews; and an extended family and a host of friends who will miss her greatly.
Services
Visitation for Maxine will be from 5 - 8 PM, Saturday, June 24, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 PM, Sunday, June 25, 2006 at the Trinity Episcopal Church in St. James, Missouri with Reverend Patricia Teets and Steve Barber officiating. Pallbearers will be: Merel W. Steen; Shawn Steen; Duane Steen; Joel Steen; David Abarca and Glendon Klossner. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Don Wyatt; James Steen; Steve Barber; and Dr. Hugh Barlett. Music will be provided by vocalist Lori Garver and Donna Bond as the organist. Burial will be in the family plot in the High Gate Baptist Church Cemetery in High Gate, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the Trinity Episcopal Church in St. James, Missouri. Cards are available at Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Maxine was born on October 2, 1922 near Royal, Missouri, the second child born to William Everett and Clara Grace (Mosher) Steen. She lived her early years in St. James, where she attended grade school and graduated from St. James High School in May of 1940. Always aspiring to be a nurse, she began working as a receptionist at McFarland's Hospital in Rolla, MO. In 1942, she applied to Washington University School of Nursing where she earned her Graduate Nurse degree in 1948. After finishing her bachelor degree in 1948, she continued her nursing career accepting a position as supervisor for the outpatient department clinic of the Leahi Tuberculosis Hospital in Honolulu, Hawaii. She went on to graduate in 1956 from the University of Hawaii with a Bachelor of Public Health Nursing. After returning stateside, Maxine practiced nursing in San Jose, CA, Corpus Christi, TX, and Memphis, TN. In 1960, she received her Masters of Public Health Nursing degree at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. She worked at the University of Tennessee Department of Pediatrics in Memphis and was Staff Education Director with Memphis and Shelby County Health Department in Tennessee. She retired from her nursing career after teaching at both Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville and the University of Missouri at Columbia.
In 1940, Maxine was introduced to her husband of 62 years, William "Bill" Pierce Chambers in St. James, MO while he was home on leave from the U.S. Navy. On July 29, 1943, Bill and Maxine were married at Hyde Park Baptist Church in Chicago, IL. With Bill in the military, they traveled to a number of duty stations throughout his 20 years of service. In 1972, Bill and Maxine returned to St. James, building a home near High Gate, where they lived for 32 years. Maxine was active as past President of the Garden Club in St. James and as a state judge for flower shows. She was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church where she was a past council member. She very much enjoyed entertaining her family and friends, working in the garden, taking care of her dogs, and staying in touch with her many friends. In 2005, with declining health, the couple moved to her parent's home in St. James. On June 19, 2006, Maxine passed away peacefully to be with her Heavenly Father.
Maxine is preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Ellen Bernice Steen in 1932; one brother, Merel Jackson Steen in 1993; and her husband Bill, who passed away on June 29, 2005. She is survived by four nephews: Merel W. Steen and wife Loveta of Cook Station, Missouri; Duane Steen and Betty of Eureka, California; Joel Steen of San Jose, California; and Terry Steen and wife Lynda of Corpus Christi, Texas; three nieces: Deborah Schoolcraft and husband Roger of Fayetteville, Arkansas; Kathleen Glenn and husband Ellory of Ferguson, Missouri; and Elizabeth Edgar and husband John of St. James, Missouri; 18 great nieces and nephews; 14 great-great nieces and nephews; and an extended family and a host of friends who will miss her greatly.
Services
Visitation for Maxine will be from 5 - 8 PM, Saturday, June 24, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 PM, Sunday, June 25, 2006 at the Trinity Episcopal Church in St. James, Missouri with Reverend Patricia Teets and Steve Barber officiating. Pallbearers will be: Merel W. Steen; Shawn Steen; Duane Steen; Joel Steen; David Abarca and Glendon Klossner. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Don Wyatt; James Steen; Steve Barber; and Dr. Hugh Barlett. Music will be provided by vocalist Lori Garver and Donna Bond as the organist. Burial will be in the family plot in the High Gate Baptist Church Cemetery in High Gate, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the Trinity Episcopal Church in St. James, Missouri. Cards are available at Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Essie D. (Nichols) West 1913-2006
Essie D. West passed away on Thursday, June 15, 2006 at LaBelle, Missouri. She was 93 years of age.
Essie was born on February 5, 1913 in Eminence to her parents: James Arthur and Ellen Victoria (Williams) Nichols. Essie was married to Claude Redburn in 1931 nd to this union was born 2 sons. Essie married Pearlie M. West on June 30, 1934 and to this union 3 childrend were born.
Essie is survived by one son: Charles Vernal Redburn and wife Louise of St. James, Missouri; two daughters: Elsie Moore and husband Donald of Bethel, Missouri and Maxine Ross of Lillian, Alabama; three sisters: Mary Whitaker and Helen Garrett of Popular Bluff, Missouri; Mickey Rusteberg of Illinois; nine grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren; also other extended family members and a host of friends who will miss her greatly.
Preceding her in death is her parents: her husbands: Claude Redburn in 1934; and P.M. West in 1984; son and daughter-in-law: Claude and his wife Eve; and a great-great granddaughter: Claire Redburn.
All arrangements were under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Services
Visitation was held from 9 - 11 am Saturday, June 17, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral services were conducted on Saturday, June 17, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Dan Bauder officiating. Pallbearers will be Alan Redburn, Carl Redburn, Charles Wayne Redburn, David West, Steve West, and Matthew West. Burial was in the family plot in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Steelville, Missouri.
All arrangements were under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri
Essie was born on February 5, 1913 in Eminence to her parents: James Arthur and Ellen Victoria (Williams) Nichols. Essie was married to Claude Redburn in 1931 nd to this union was born 2 sons. Essie married Pearlie M. West on June 30, 1934 and to this union 3 childrend were born.
Essie is survived by one son: Charles Vernal Redburn and wife Louise of St. James, Missouri; two daughters: Elsie Moore and husband Donald of Bethel, Missouri and Maxine Ross of Lillian, Alabama; three sisters: Mary Whitaker and Helen Garrett of Popular Bluff, Missouri; Mickey Rusteberg of Illinois; nine grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren; also other extended family members and a host of friends who will miss her greatly.
Preceding her in death is her parents: her husbands: Claude Redburn in 1934; and P.M. West in 1984; son and daughter-in-law: Claude and his wife Eve; and a great-great granddaughter: Claire Redburn.
All arrangements were under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Services
Visitation was held from 9 - 11 am Saturday, June 17, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral services were conducted on Saturday, June 17, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Dan Bauder officiating. Pallbearers will be Alan Redburn, Carl Redburn, Charles Wayne Redburn, David West, Steve West, and Matthew West. Burial was in the family plot in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Steelville, Missouri.
All arrangements were under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri
Fred Klippel 1914-2006
Fred Klippel of St. James, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 at the Phelps County Regional Medical Hospital. Fred was 91 years of age.
Fred was born on October 28, 1914 in McAlester, Oklahoma to his parents: Lena (Yoss) and Fred Henry Klippel. On November 10, 1945 he was united in marriage to Louise E. Schallenberg in the St. Stevens Lutheran Church in St. Louis, Missouri.
After serving in World War II, Fred attended Bookkeeping and Accounting-Business College in St. Louis, Missouri. He was in the grocery business with his brother-in-law for ten years in St. Louis; the Schallenberg Market after retirement, Fred and Louise moved to St. James in 1965. Fred was a subsitute mail carrier for a few years in rural St. James. He loved to bowl and to do gardening and always enjoyed to travel. He was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church where he had served as an elder. He was a lifetime member of VFW Post 2025 in Rolla, Missouri.
Fred is survived by his wife of the home: Louise E. Klippel; one brother: John Klippel and wife Betty of McAlester, Oklahoma; two sister: Bertha Smith and husband Bob of California; and Ruby Abbott of Virginia; brother-in-law: Herman Schallenberg and wife Vetta of St. James, Missouri; sister-in-law: Lillian Graczak of St. James, Missouri. Other extended family members and a host of friends who will miss him dearly.
Preceding Fred in death is his parents; two brothers: Henry and Oscar Klippel; ten sisters: Lucy Keplinger; Lidia Fent; Ella Ward; Lorene Baker; Edith Baxter; Mary Leimkuehler; Lena Rogenhofer; Annie Mason; and infant sisters: Elizabeth and Minnie Kippel; Sister -in-law and Brother-In-Law: Stella Lang and husband Elmer; Edwin and wife Elizabeth Schallenberg; and Marie Smith and husband Noah.
Memorials are suggested to the St. John Lutheran Church in St. James, Missouri. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Services
Fred Klippel will be in state from 6-8 P.M. Thursday June 15, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am, Friday, June 16, 2005 at St. John Lutheran Church in St. James, Missouri with Pastor Jeff Schanbacher officiating. Songs will be The Lords Prayer and Blessed Be The Tie That Binds with music provided by Lori Garver, vocalist and June Edwards organist. Pallbearers will be: Herman Schallenbert, Jr.; Ronald Baxter; Dale Schallenberg; Larry Klippel; Walter Klippel; and Robert Schuster. Burial will be in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery in St. James, Mo.
Fred was born on October 28, 1914 in McAlester, Oklahoma to his parents: Lena (Yoss) and Fred Henry Klippel. On November 10, 1945 he was united in marriage to Louise E. Schallenberg in the St. Stevens Lutheran Church in St. Louis, Missouri.
After serving in World War II, Fred attended Bookkeeping and Accounting-Business College in St. Louis, Missouri. He was in the grocery business with his brother-in-law for ten years in St. Louis; the Schallenberg Market after retirement, Fred and Louise moved to St. James in 1965. Fred was a subsitute mail carrier for a few years in rural St. James. He loved to bowl and to do gardening and always enjoyed to travel. He was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church where he had served as an elder. He was a lifetime member of VFW Post 2025 in Rolla, Missouri.
Fred is survived by his wife of the home: Louise E. Klippel; one brother: John Klippel and wife Betty of McAlester, Oklahoma; two sister: Bertha Smith and husband Bob of California; and Ruby Abbott of Virginia; brother-in-law: Herman Schallenberg and wife Vetta of St. James, Missouri; sister-in-law: Lillian Graczak of St. James, Missouri. Other extended family members and a host of friends who will miss him dearly.
Preceding Fred in death is his parents; two brothers: Henry and Oscar Klippel; ten sisters: Lucy Keplinger; Lidia Fent; Ella Ward; Lorene Baker; Edith Baxter; Mary Leimkuehler; Lena Rogenhofer; Annie Mason; and infant sisters: Elizabeth and Minnie Kippel; Sister -in-law and Brother-In-Law: Stella Lang and husband Elmer; Edwin and wife Elizabeth Schallenberg; and Marie Smith and husband Noah.
Memorials are suggested to the St. John Lutheran Church in St. James, Missouri. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Services
Fred Klippel will be in state from 6-8 P.M. Thursday June 15, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am, Friday, June 16, 2005 at St. John Lutheran Church in St. James, Missouri with Pastor Jeff Schanbacher officiating. Songs will be The Lords Prayer and Blessed Be The Tie That Binds with music provided by Lori Garver, vocalist and June Edwards organist. Pallbearers will be: Herman Schallenbert, Jr.; Ronald Baxter; Dale Schallenberg; Larry Klippel; Walter Klippel; and Robert Schuster. Burial will be in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery in St. James, Mo.
Della Ona "Dotty" (Tanner) Parsell 1931-2006
Della Ona "Dotty" Tanner Parsell of St. James, Missouri passed away on May 26, 2006. She was 75 years of age.
Della was born on January 16, 1931 near Warsaw, Missouri to her parents Ward Emery and Goldie Florella (Pierce) Tanner. She was united in marriage to Charles L. Parsell Jr. in 1953 and he passed away on October 22, 2000. To this union six children were born.
Della was an owner of Country-Aire Hotel on old Highway 66 - The Treasure Nook for thirteen years; she owned several different restaurants and doughnut shops in the area.
She was a loving wife; mother and grandmother and will be sadly missed by everyone who knew or loved her.
Della is survived by one son: Charles Leonard Parsell III and wife Vikki of Rolla, Missouri; two daughters: Doretta Charlene Parsell and Lora Gray of St. James, Missouri;
grandsons: Charles L. Parsell IV and Eric Wayne Parsell of Lee's Summit. Missouri; Robert Daniel Lasecki and wife Amanda of South Carolina; in the Air Force; David Michael and Daniel Mathew Gray of St. James, Missouri; granddaughters: Tamara Lynne Hanzok and husband A.J. of Pottsville, Pennsylvania; Brandy Jean and Tiffany Marie Parsell of Archia, Missouri; Danielle Lasecki of Green Bay, Wisconsin; DeAnn Gray of St. James, Missouri; two step grandchildren: Jan and Morgan of Springfield, Missouri; and three great grandchildren; Jackie, Joey and Brooke Hanzok of Pottsville, Pennsylvanis; one special nephew: Lyle Zane Tanner; whom she cared for, for 28 years.
Preceding Della in death is her parents: Ward Emery and Goldie Florella (Pierce) Tanner; two sons: Michael Emery and Gary Eugene Parsell; one daughter: Kathryn Lynne Lasecki; two sisters: Florence Tanner and Orva Eunience Britt and one brother: Porter E. Tanner.
Services
Visitation for Della will be held on Tuesday, May 30, 2006 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel with Prayer Service at 8 PM. Burial will be in the familly plot in the Matlock Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to American Cancer Society.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Della was born on January 16, 1931 near Warsaw, Missouri to her parents Ward Emery and Goldie Florella (Pierce) Tanner. She was united in marriage to Charles L. Parsell Jr. in 1953 and he passed away on October 22, 2000. To this union six children were born.
Della was an owner of Country-Aire Hotel on old Highway 66 - The Treasure Nook for thirteen years; she owned several different restaurants and doughnut shops in the area.
She was a loving wife; mother and grandmother and will be sadly missed by everyone who knew or loved her.
Della is survived by one son: Charles Leonard Parsell III and wife Vikki of Rolla, Missouri; two daughters: Doretta Charlene Parsell and Lora Gray of St. James, Missouri;
grandsons: Charles L. Parsell IV and Eric Wayne Parsell of Lee's Summit. Missouri; Robert Daniel Lasecki and wife Amanda of South Carolina; in the Air Force; David Michael and Daniel Mathew Gray of St. James, Missouri; granddaughters: Tamara Lynne Hanzok and husband A.J. of Pottsville, Pennsylvania; Brandy Jean and Tiffany Marie Parsell of Archia, Missouri; Danielle Lasecki of Green Bay, Wisconsin; DeAnn Gray of St. James, Missouri; two step grandchildren: Jan and Morgan of Springfield, Missouri; and three great grandchildren; Jackie, Joey and Brooke Hanzok of Pottsville, Pennsylvanis; one special nephew: Lyle Zane Tanner; whom she cared for, for 28 years.
Preceding Della in death is her parents: Ward Emery and Goldie Florella (Pierce) Tanner; two sons: Michael Emery and Gary Eugene Parsell; one daughter: Kathryn Lynne Lasecki; two sisters: Florence Tanner and Orva Eunience Britt and one brother: Porter E. Tanner.
Services
Visitation for Della will be held on Tuesday, May 30, 2006 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel with Prayer Service at 8 PM. Burial will be in the familly plot in the Matlock Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to American Cancer Society.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Ellen Frances (DiFiori) Holman 1921-2006
Ellen Frances Holman passed away at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center on May 22, 2006. Ellen was 85 years, 2 months and 28 days of age.
Ellen was born February 24, 1921 to her parents Ralph and Mary (Roso) DiFiori. On January 17, 1942 she was united in marriage to John Holman in Rosati, Missouri. John passed away November 8, 1976. To this union four daughters were born.
Ellen was a lifetime member of the St. Anthony's Catholic Church and President of the Confraternity of the Most Holy Rosary Ladies' Sodality. Ellen loved to garden and especially flowers. She was a loving devoted mother; giving of herself to others; and most of all doing things for others. She was a hard worker.
Ellen is survived by four daughters: Mary Clark and husband Larry of St. Louis, Missouri; Rosalie Harmon and husband Lonnie of Carthage, Missouri; Janet Spurgeon and husband John of St. James, Missouri; and Reba Stout and husband Richard of Villa Ridge, Missouri; three sisters: Margaret Stambaugh and Louise Leonard both of Rolla, Missouri; and Angie Jones of St. James, Missouri along with 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Preceding Ellen in death is her husband: John Holman; one son: Robert John Holman in December, 1946 and he was born in March, 1942; one daughter; Frances Ellen Holman; one brother: Alexander Delpra; and two sisters: Beatrice DiFiori and Jennie Milton.
Services
Visitation for Ellen was held Tuesday, May 23, 2006 from 4 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted 10 AM on Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at the St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Rosati, Missouri with Father David Veit officiating and Administrator Sister Virginia Meyer. Pallbearers will be Larry Clark, Lonnie Harmon, John Spurgeon, Richard Stout, Larry Lee Clark, and John Spurgeon Jr. Lizz Moreland and Bob Edwards will be the vocalist with Jodi Donati as the organist. Burial will be in the family plot in the St. Anthony's Catholic Cemetery in Rosati, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Ellen was born February 24, 1921 to her parents Ralph and Mary (Roso) DiFiori. On January 17, 1942 she was united in marriage to John Holman in Rosati, Missouri. John passed away November 8, 1976. To this union four daughters were born.
Ellen was a lifetime member of the St. Anthony's Catholic Church and President of the Confraternity of the Most Holy Rosary Ladies' Sodality. Ellen loved to garden and especially flowers. She was a loving devoted mother; giving of herself to others; and most of all doing things for others. She was a hard worker.
Ellen is survived by four daughters: Mary Clark and husband Larry of St. Louis, Missouri; Rosalie Harmon and husband Lonnie of Carthage, Missouri; Janet Spurgeon and husband John of St. James, Missouri; and Reba Stout and husband Richard of Villa Ridge, Missouri; three sisters: Margaret Stambaugh and Louise Leonard both of Rolla, Missouri; and Angie Jones of St. James, Missouri along with 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Preceding Ellen in death is her husband: John Holman; one son: Robert John Holman in December, 1946 and he was born in March, 1942; one daughter; Frances Ellen Holman; one brother: Alexander Delpra; and two sisters: Beatrice DiFiori and Jennie Milton.
Services
Visitation for Ellen was held Tuesday, May 23, 2006 from 4 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted 10 AM on Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at the St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Rosati, Missouri with Father David Veit officiating and Administrator Sister Virginia Meyer. Pallbearers will be Larry Clark, Lonnie Harmon, John Spurgeon, Richard Stout, Larry Lee Clark, and John Spurgeon Jr. Lizz Moreland and Bob Edwards will be the vocalist with Jodi Donati as the organist. Burial will be in the family plot in the St. Anthony's Catholic Cemetery in Rosati, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Barbara Elizabeth Jones Krabbe 1959-2006
Barbara Elizabeth Jones Krabbe, 46, of Spencer, North Carolina, died suddenly Saturday May 13, 2006, at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, Winston-Salem.
Mrs. Krabbe was born on Nov. 14, 1959 in St. Louis, Mo. to Margaret Redel Jones and the late Richard Jones.
She was educated in the St. Louis schools and received her B.A. Degree at St. Louis University. She was a homemaker and was of the Roman Catholic Faith. In addition to her mother survivors include her husband Kent Krabbe of the home, whom she married June 13, 1992; sisters Janice Flake and husband Dave of St. Louis, Mo., Patricia Clark and husband Bill of Kansas City, Mo. and Anne Zimmermann of Chicago, Ill.
Services
Service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, Lexington conducted by Rev. James Ebright. Prayer Service 7 p.m. Wednesday at James C. Lyerly Chapel. Visitation: 7:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Lyerly Funeral Home. Barb will be sadly missed by all who loved and knew her.
Mrs. Krabbe was born on Nov. 14, 1959 in St. Louis, Mo. to Margaret Redel Jones and the late Richard Jones.
She was educated in the St. Louis schools and received her B.A. Degree at St. Louis University. She was a homemaker and was of the Roman Catholic Faith. In addition to her mother survivors include her husband Kent Krabbe of the home, whom she married June 13, 1992; sisters Janice Flake and husband Dave of St. Louis, Mo., Patricia Clark and husband Bill of Kansas City, Mo. and Anne Zimmermann of Chicago, Ill.
Services
Service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, Lexington conducted by Rev. James Ebright. Prayer Service 7 p.m. Wednesday at James C. Lyerly Chapel. Visitation: 7:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Lyerly Funeral Home. Barb will be sadly missed by all who loved and knew her.
Bernice Eeanor (Hemme) Dapron 1919-2006
Bernice Eeanor Dapron passed away on Friday, May 12, 2006 at her home in rural Rolla, Missouri. She was 86 years of age.
Bernice was born on November 7, 1919 to her parents Fritz and Martha (Glandon) Hemme. Bernice was united in marriage to Paul J. Dapron on November 15, 1967 in Oklahoma.
Bernice is survived by her husband of the home: Paul J. Dapron of Rolla, Missouri; stepson: Gerald Dapron and stepdaughter: Marilee Dapron; two granddaughters: Kimberly Steel and Stephanie Lange; two great gransons: Ryan Holt and Kevin Moreland; one sister-in-law: Gertrude Hemme of St. James, Missouri; and many nieces and nephews.
Preceding Bernice in death are: her parents: Fritz and Martha (Glandon) Hemme; one son: Eugene Moreland; one daughter: Betty Krensher; two grandson: Mark and Jeff Holt; one great granddaughter: Brandi Borders; one stepson: Danny Dapron; seven brothers: Dick, John, Loran, Chester, Arthur, Adrian, and Ezra Hemme; five sisters: Maggie Price, Belvia Smith, Elsie Shelton, Esther Copeland, and Katie Oberkrom
Memorials are suggested to Phelps County Hospice. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
Services
Visitation will be held from 6 - 8 PM on Monday, May 15, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 2:00 PM at Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Reverend Amy Turner officiating. Pallbearers will be Charles Beckham, Gene Hemme, Lavern Hemme, John Moore, Glenn Gray and John Hemme. Music will be The Old Rugged Cross and Go Rest High On That Mountain with Lori Garver vocalist and Charlet Hemme organist. Burial will be at the Broadway Memorial Cemetery in rural St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to Phelps County Hospice. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
Bernice was born on November 7, 1919 to her parents Fritz and Martha (Glandon) Hemme. Bernice was united in marriage to Paul J. Dapron on November 15, 1967 in Oklahoma.
Bernice is survived by her husband of the home: Paul J. Dapron of Rolla, Missouri; stepson: Gerald Dapron and stepdaughter: Marilee Dapron; two granddaughters: Kimberly Steel and Stephanie Lange; two great gransons: Ryan Holt and Kevin Moreland; one sister-in-law: Gertrude Hemme of St. James, Missouri; and many nieces and nephews.
Preceding Bernice in death are: her parents: Fritz and Martha (Glandon) Hemme; one son: Eugene Moreland; one daughter: Betty Krensher; two grandson: Mark and Jeff Holt; one great granddaughter: Brandi Borders; one stepson: Danny Dapron; seven brothers: Dick, John, Loran, Chester, Arthur, Adrian, and Ezra Hemme; five sisters: Maggie Price, Belvia Smith, Elsie Shelton, Esther Copeland, and Katie Oberkrom
Memorials are suggested to Phelps County Hospice. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
Services
Visitation will be held from 6 - 8 PM on Monday, May 15, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 2:00 PM at Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Reverend Amy Turner officiating. Pallbearers will be Charles Beckham, Gene Hemme, Lavern Hemme, John Moore, Glenn Gray and John Hemme. Music will be The Old Rugged Cross and Go Rest High On That Mountain with Lori Garver vocalist and Charlet Hemme organist. Burial will be at the Broadway Memorial Cemetery in rural St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to Phelps County Hospice. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
Gabriele Karolina (Reitz) Georgevich 1948-2006
Gabriele Karolina Georgevich passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at the Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, Missouri. She was 58 years and 8 days of age.
Gabriele was born on April 25, 1948 in Germany to her parents: Rupprecht and Kriemhild (Schaefer) Reitz.
Gabriele was united in marriage on December 9, 1977 to Dan Georgevich in St. Louis, Missouri.
Gabriele loved to go trout fishing and collecting Beenie Babies.
Gabriele is survived by her husband of the home: Dan Georgevich; one son: Nicholas Georgevich and wife Denene of Jefferson City, Missouri; one daughter: Shawn (Dooley) Smith and husband Nathan of Colorado Springs, Colorado; her mother: Kriemhild (Schaefer) Reitz of St. James, Missouri; two brothers: Armin Reitz and wife Debbie of the state of Virginia; and Randy Reitz and wife Wendy of St. Louis, Missouri; one granddaughter: Samantha Georgevich; two nephews: Jason Reitz and wife Jenn and Derek Reitz; one neice: Michelle Gambill and husband Tony; two great nephews: Darren Gambill and Daegan Reitz; and great niece Landsey Gambill. Gabriele will be sadly missed.
Gabriele is preceded in death by her father Rupprecht Reitz who passed away in July, 1990.
Services
Visitation will be held prior to the service Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 12 noon at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri
Memorial services will be conducted Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 1 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel with Father David Veit officiating.
All arrangements under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Gabriele was born on April 25, 1948 in Germany to her parents: Rupprecht and Kriemhild (Schaefer) Reitz.
Gabriele was united in marriage on December 9, 1977 to Dan Georgevich in St. Louis, Missouri.
Gabriele loved to go trout fishing and collecting Beenie Babies.
Gabriele is survived by her husband of the home: Dan Georgevich; one son: Nicholas Georgevich and wife Denene of Jefferson City, Missouri; one daughter: Shawn (Dooley) Smith and husband Nathan of Colorado Springs, Colorado; her mother: Kriemhild (Schaefer) Reitz of St. James, Missouri; two brothers: Armin Reitz and wife Debbie of the state of Virginia; and Randy Reitz and wife Wendy of St. Louis, Missouri; one granddaughter: Samantha Georgevich; two nephews: Jason Reitz and wife Jenn and Derek Reitz; one neice: Michelle Gambill and husband Tony; two great nephews: Darren Gambill and Daegan Reitz; and great niece Landsey Gambill. Gabriele will be sadly missed.
Gabriele is preceded in death by her father Rupprecht Reitz who passed away in July, 1990.
Services
Visitation will be held prior to the service Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 12 noon at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri
Memorial services will be conducted Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 1 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel with Father David Veit officiating.
All arrangements under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Terry Douglas Halfaker 1944-2006
Terry Douglas Halfaker of Bourbon, Mo. passed away April 14, 2006 at the Cuba Manor Nursing Home in Cuba, Mo. He was 61 years and 9 months of age.
Terry was born July 15, 1944 at Bourbon, Mo, the son of the late Charles Daniel Halfaker and Alma (Jones) Halfaker.
Three children, Frances Eloise Dildine and husband Mickey, Terri Lynn Compton and a son Douglas Edward Halfaker and wife Becky, all of Sullivan, Mo. survive Terry. He had six grandchildren.
Terry has a surviving brother, Charles Donald Halfaker (Shirley Marie) of Leasburg, Mo. and sisters Janice Cartwright of Bourbon, Mo. and Patricia Eloise Robinson (Billy) of Cuba, Mo. Those who also mourn his passing are many nieces, nephews and cousins, a host of friends, and special friend Viola Wymer of Bourbon, Mo.
Besides his parents, Terry Halfaker was preceded in death by one brother, Dwight Halfaker, sister in law Dorothea Halfaker and brother in law Clyde Cartwright.
Services
Graveside services were conducted at the Bourbon Cemetery in Bourbon, Mo, April 22, 2006 by Rev, Jack Shepard, pastor of the Bible Baptist Church of Cuba, Mo.
Arrangements were under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home of St. James, Mo.
Terry was born July 15, 1944 at Bourbon, Mo, the son of the late Charles Daniel Halfaker and Alma (Jones) Halfaker.
Three children, Frances Eloise Dildine and husband Mickey, Terri Lynn Compton and a son Douglas Edward Halfaker and wife Becky, all of Sullivan, Mo. survive Terry. He had six grandchildren.
Terry has a surviving brother, Charles Donald Halfaker (Shirley Marie) of Leasburg, Mo. and sisters Janice Cartwright of Bourbon, Mo. and Patricia Eloise Robinson (Billy) of Cuba, Mo. Those who also mourn his passing are many nieces, nephews and cousins, a host of friends, and special friend Viola Wymer of Bourbon, Mo.
Besides his parents, Terry Halfaker was preceded in death by one brother, Dwight Halfaker, sister in law Dorothea Halfaker and brother in law Clyde Cartwright.
Services
Graveside services were conducted at the Bourbon Cemetery in Bourbon, Mo, April 22, 2006 by Rev, Jack Shepard, pastor of the Bible Baptist Church of Cuba, Mo.
Arrangements were under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home of St. James, Mo.
William J. Reeser 1919-2006
William J. Reeser passed away at the Missouri Veterans Home in St. James, Mo. on Sunday, April 9, 2006. He was 86 years of age.
William was born on August 19, 1919 in Rutland, Illinois to his parents: William Charles and Adline (Case) Reeser. He was united in marriage to Alice Faye Patton Skaggs.
William was a machinist with tool & die for many years.
William is survived by his wife of the home: Alice Faye of Newburg, Missouri; four step sons: William Robert Skaggs and wife Maureen of Rolla, Missouri; Jimmy Skaggs and wife Linda of Salem, Missouri; Allen Skaggs and wife Thelma of Vida, Missouri; and Edward Skaggs and wife Beth of Jerome, Missouri; four step daughters: Beverly Blankenship of Vida, Missouri; Carol Turner and husband Dale of Springfield, Missouri ; Sandra Miller and husband Ron of Vida, Missouri; and Effie Furse and husband Sylvester of Doolittle, Missouri; and Mr. Reesers two daughters; along with many grandchildren and special great-granddaughter: Tabitha; also a host of relatives and friends. He will be sadly missed.
Services
Prayer Service for William will be held at 11 AM Wednesday, April 12, 2006 at the Missouri Veterans Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Ray Houser officiating.
Memorials are suggested to the Missouri Veterans Home in St. James, Missouri. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
William was born on August 19, 1919 in Rutland, Illinois to his parents: William Charles and Adline (Case) Reeser. He was united in marriage to Alice Faye Patton Skaggs.
William was a machinist with tool & die for many years.
William is survived by his wife of the home: Alice Faye of Newburg, Missouri; four step sons: William Robert Skaggs and wife Maureen of Rolla, Missouri; Jimmy Skaggs and wife Linda of Salem, Missouri; Allen Skaggs and wife Thelma of Vida, Missouri; and Edward Skaggs and wife Beth of Jerome, Missouri; four step daughters: Beverly Blankenship of Vida, Missouri; Carol Turner and husband Dale of Springfield, Missouri ; Sandra Miller and husband Ron of Vida, Missouri; and Effie Furse and husband Sylvester of Doolittle, Missouri; and Mr. Reesers two daughters; along with many grandchildren and special great-granddaughter: Tabitha; also a host of relatives and friends. He will be sadly missed.
Services
Prayer Service for William will be held at 11 AM Wednesday, April 12, 2006 at the Missouri Veterans Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Ray Houser officiating.
Memorials are suggested to the Missouri Veterans Home in St. James, Missouri. Cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Gerald "Jerry" Ivan Mahaney 1941-2006
Gerald "Jerry" Ivan Mahaney passed away at his home in Rolla, Missouri on April 4, 2006. Jerry was 65 years of age.
Gerald was born on February 11, 1941 to his parents: Ivan and Mae (Wilson) Mahaney. On August 17, 1997 he was united in marriage to Roberta Sue Riley.
Gerald was a carpenter for 40 years. That was his first job when he graduated from high school. He loved fishing, hunting and expecially restoring tractors. He also loved reading and Nascar. Jerry was a gentle, kind, and loving man. He was always willing to help others. Jerry was a man who could do just about anything when he put his mind to do it. Jerry was greatly loved and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Gerald is survived by his Wife of the home: Roberta Sue Mahaney of Rolla, Missouri; Two Sons: Donald Mahaney of Salem, Missouri and Michael Vincent Mahaney of Denver, Colorado; Two Daughters: Deborah Mahaney of Rolla, Missouri; and Deborah Metcalf and husband Kent of Battlefield, Missouri; Two Brothers: John T. Mahaney and Charles Michael Mahaney of Belle, Mo.; Two Sister: Bonnie Sue Davis and husband Donald of St. James, Mo. and Mary Ann Honse of Belle, Mo.; Five grandchildren: Kylie, Trent, and Jared Wood; Ashley and Austin Metcalf.
Gerald is preceded in death by his parents: Ivan and Mae (Wilson) Mahaney; Four Brothers: Theodore Leonard Mahaney; Roger Mahaney; Robert William Mahaney; and Norman William Mahaney.
Services
Visitation for Gerald will be held on Friday, April 7, 2006 from 3 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the Cancer Fund, cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Misso
Gerald was born on February 11, 1941 to his parents: Ivan and Mae (Wilson) Mahaney. On August 17, 1997 he was united in marriage to Roberta Sue Riley.
Gerald was a carpenter for 40 years. That was his first job when he graduated from high school. He loved fishing, hunting and expecially restoring tractors. He also loved reading and Nascar. Jerry was a gentle, kind, and loving man. He was always willing to help others. Jerry was a man who could do just about anything when he put his mind to do it. Jerry was greatly loved and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Gerald is survived by his Wife of the home: Roberta Sue Mahaney of Rolla, Missouri; Two Sons: Donald Mahaney of Salem, Missouri and Michael Vincent Mahaney of Denver, Colorado; Two Daughters: Deborah Mahaney of Rolla, Missouri; and Deborah Metcalf and husband Kent of Battlefield, Missouri; Two Brothers: John T. Mahaney and Charles Michael Mahaney of Belle, Mo.; Two Sister: Bonnie Sue Davis and husband Donald of St. James, Mo. and Mary Ann Honse of Belle, Mo.; Five grandchildren: Kylie, Trent, and Jared Wood; Ashley and Austin Metcalf.
Gerald is preceded in death by his parents: Ivan and Mae (Wilson) Mahaney; Four Brothers: Theodore Leonard Mahaney; Roger Mahaney; Robert William Mahaney; and Norman William Mahaney.
Services
Visitation for Gerald will be held on Friday, April 7, 2006 from 3 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the Cancer Fund, cards are available at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Misso
Joan B. (Burke) Schwarzen 1940-2006
Joan B. Schwarzen of rural St. James, Missouri passed away at her home on Monday, March 27, 2006. She was 65 years, 5 months, and 16 days of age.
Joan was born on October 12, 1940 to her parents: Edmond C. and Wilma (Lenz) Burke. Joan was united in marriage to Roland Gusta Schwarzen on December 1, 1956 in Cornith, Mississippi. To this union three sons were born.
Joan is survived by her Husband of the home: Roland Gusta Schwarzen of St. James, Missouri; Three Sons: Roland Schwarzen Jr. and wife Pam of Marthasville, Missouri; Raymond Schwarzen and fiance Sandra of St. Charles, Missouri; Robert Schwarzen and wife Melissa of Marthasville, Missouri; Three Brothers: Edmond Cassel Burke and wife Marie of State of California; Kevin Burke and wife Cindy of Wright City, Missouri; Jim Burke and wife Kathy of Wright City, Missouri; Three Sisters: Patricia Clem and husband Jim of Licking, Missouri; Mary Collier and husband Gary of St. Charles, Missouri; Cindy McLandsbourgh of St. Charles, Missouri and Nine Grandchildren; Two Great Grandchildren; along with a host of other familly members and friends.
Joan is preceded in death by her parents Edmond C. and Wilma (Lenz) Burke and one brother: Steven Burke.
Memorials are suggested to the Christianson Craft Native Workshop or Missouri Baptist Hospital - BJC Hospice in Sullivan, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Services
Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 1, 2006 from 10 - 11 AM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral Services will be conducted on Saturday, April 1, 2006 at 11:00 AM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Jeff Fulk officiating. Music will be Amazing Grace and Blowing In The Wind. Burial will be in the family plot in the Pilgrim Rest Cemetery in Shannon County, Missouri.
Joan was born on October 12, 1940 to her parents: Edmond C. and Wilma (Lenz) Burke. Joan was united in marriage to Roland Gusta Schwarzen on December 1, 1956 in Cornith, Mississippi. To this union three sons were born.
Joan is survived by her Husband of the home: Roland Gusta Schwarzen of St. James, Missouri; Three Sons: Roland Schwarzen Jr. and wife Pam of Marthasville, Missouri; Raymond Schwarzen and fiance Sandra of St. Charles, Missouri; Robert Schwarzen and wife Melissa of Marthasville, Missouri; Three Brothers: Edmond Cassel Burke and wife Marie of State of California; Kevin Burke and wife Cindy of Wright City, Missouri; Jim Burke and wife Kathy of Wright City, Missouri; Three Sisters: Patricia Clem and husband Jim of Licking, Missouri; Mary Collier and husband Gary of St. Charles, Missouri; Cindy McLandsbourgh of St. Charles, Missouri and Nine Grandchildren; Two Great Grandchildren; along with a host of other familly members and friends.
Joan is preceded in death by her parents Edmond C. and Wilma (Lenz) Burke and one brother: Steven Burke.
Memorials are suggested to the Christianson Craft Native Workshop or Missouri Baptist Hospital - BJC Hospice in Sullivan, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Services
Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 1, 2006 from 10 - 11 AM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral Services will be conducted on Saturday, April 1, 2006 at 11:00 AM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Jeff Fulk officiating. Music will be Amazing Grace and Blowing In The Wind. Burial will be in the family plot in the Pilgrim Rest Cemetery in Shannon County, Missouri.
Harold Chester Dicks, Jr. 1947-2006
Harold Chester Dicks, Jr. passed away at the Heritage Park in Rolla, Missouri on Tuesday, March 21, 2006. Harold was 58 years, 11 months, and 9 days of age.
Harold was born in Agland Air Force Base in Florida on April 12, 1947 to his parents: Lt. Col. Harold Chester Dicks, Sr. and Jennis C. (Copper) Dicks.
Harold is survived by his mother: Jennie C. Dicks of Rolla, Missouri; one sister: Pamela Timson and husband George of Rolla, Missouri one brother: Mark Dicks of France.
Harold is preceded in death by his father: Lt. Col. Harold Chester Dicks, Sr.
Services
Private family viewing was held Wednesday March 22, 2006 in the Rose Chapel at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, March 24, 2006 at 1:00 PM at the Smith Funeral Home in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Burial will be in the Fair Oaks Cemetery in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home of St. James, Missouri.
Harold was born in Agland Air Force Base in Florida on April 12, 1947 to his parents: Lt. Col. Harold Chester Dicks, Sr. and Jennis C. (Copper) Dicks.
Harold is survived by his mother: Jennie C. Dicks of Rolla, Missouri; one sister: Pamela Timson and husband George of Rolla, Missouri one brother: Mark Dicks of France.
Harold is preceded in death by his father: Lt. Col. Harold Chester Dicks, Sr.
Services
Private family viewing was held Wednesday March 22, 2006 in the Rose Chapel at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, March 24, 2006 at 1:00 PM at the Smith Funeral Home in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Burial will be in the Fair Oaks Cemetery in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home of St. James, Missouri.
Alice Faye (Cragle)Jackson 1922-2006
Alice Faye Jackson of St. James, Missouri passed away on Monday, March 20, 2006 at Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla, Missouri. Faye was 83 years of age.
Alice Faye was born at St. James, Missouri on October 7, 1922 to her parents James and Alice (Baumgartner) Cragle. On October 5, 1940 Faye was united in marriage to Adolphus Jackson in Vienna, Missouri. To this union one daughter was born.
Alice Faye was a member of the St. James Christian Church. For 11 years she worked at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla, Missouri. She also was employed by Malones Grocery Store; Dillons Store; L & L Grocery Store; and the Dimestore in St. James.
Faye loved to dance and taking people places.
Alice Faye is survived by her Daughter: Charlotte Williams and husband John of St. James, Missouri; Grandson: Doug Williams and wife Charlotte of St. James, Missouri and two Great-Grandchildren: J. D. and Paige Williams of St. James, Missouri.
Alice Faye is preceded in death by her parents: James and Alice (Baumgartner) Cragle; her Husband: Adolphus Jackson on September 18, 1987; five Brothers: Darwin, George, Charlie, Jimmie and Elroy Cragle; four Sisters: Mabel Edgar; Emma Jean Dean; Violet Swyers; and Bea Grayson.
Services
Visitation will be Wednesday, March 22, 2006 from 3 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, March 23, 2006 at 11 AM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Aaron Jeffers officiating. Pallbearers will be Ralph Roster, Sam Jackson, Bobby Grayson, Billy Grayson, Kenny Backer, and Jim Branscum. Burial will be in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery.
All arrangements under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Alice Faye was born at St. James, Missouri on October 7, 1922 to her parents James and Alice (Baumgartner) Cragle. On October 5, 1940 Faye was united in marriage to Adolphus Jackson in Vienna, Missouri. To this union one daughter was born.
Alice Faye was a member of the St. James Christian Church. For 11 years she worked at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla, Missouri. She also was employed by Malones Grocery Store; Dillons Store; L & L Grocery Store; and the Dimestore in St. James.
Faye loved to dance and taking people places.
Alice Faye is survived by her Daughter: Charlotte Williams and husband John of St. James, Missouri; Grandson: Doug Williams and wife Charlotte of St. James, Missouri and two Great-Grandchildren: J. D. and Paige Williams of St. James, Missouri.
Alice Faye is preceded in death by her parents: James and Alice (Baumgartner) Cragle; her Husband: Adolphus Jackson on September 18, 1987; five Brothers: Darwin, George, Charlie, Jimmie and Elroy Cragle; four Sisters: Mabel Edgar; Emma Jean Dean; Violet Swyers; and Bea Grayson.
Services
Visitation will be Wednesday, March 22, 2006 from 3 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, March 23, 2006 at 11 AM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Aaron Jeffers officiating. Pallbearers will be Ralph Roster, Sam Jackson, Bobby Grayson, Billy Grayson, Kenny Backer, and Jim Branscum. Burial will be in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery.
All arrangements under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Alice Faye (Cragle)Jackson 1922-2006
Alice Faye Jackson of St. James, Missouri passed away on Monday, March 20, 2006 at Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla, Missouri. Faye was 83 years of age.
Alice Faye was born at St. James, Missouri on October 7, 1922 to her parents James and Alice (Baumgartner) Cragle. On October 5, 1940 Faye was united in marriage to Adolphus Jackson in Vienna, Missouri. To this union one daughter was born.
Alice Faye was a member of the St. James Christian Church. For 11 years she worked at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla, Missouri. She also was employed by Malones Grocery Store; Dillons Store; L & L Grocery Store; and the Dimestore in St. James.
Faye loved to dance and taking people places.
Alice Faye is survived by her Daughter: Charlotte Williams and husband John of St. James, Missouri; Grandson: Doug Williams and wife Charlotte of St. James, Missouri and two Great-Grandchildren: J. D. and Paige Williams of St. James, Missouri.
Alice Faye is preceded in death by her parents: James and Alice (Baumgartner) Cragle; her Husband: Adolphus Jackson on September 18, 1987; five Brothers: Darwin, George, Charlie, Jimmie and Elroy Cragle; four Sisters: Mabel Edgar; Emma Jean Dean; Violet Swyers; and Bea Grayson.
Services
Visitation will be Wednesday, March 22, 2006 from 3 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, March 23, 2006 at 11 AM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Aaron Jeffers officiating. Pallbearers will be Ralph Roster, Sam Jackson, Bobby Grayson, Billy Grayson, Kenny Backer, and Jim Branscum. Burial will be in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery.
All arrangements under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Alice Faye was born at St. James, Missouri on October 7, 1922 to her parents James and Alice (Baumgartner) Cragle. On October 5, 1940 Faye was united in marriage to Adolphus Jackson in Vienna, Missouri. To this union one daughter was born.
Alice Faye was a member of the St. James Christian Church. For 11 years she worked at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla, Missouri. She also was employed by Malones Grocery Store; Dillons Store; L & L Grocery Store; and the Dimestore in St. James.
Faye loved to dance and taking people places.
Alice Faye is survived by her Daughter: Charlotte Williams and husband John of St. James, Missouri; Grandson: Doug Williams and wife Charlotte of St. James, Missouri and two Great-Grandchildren: J. D. and Paige Williams of St. James, Missouri.
Alice Faye is preceded in death by her parents: James and Alice (Baumgartner) Cragle; her Husband: Adolphus Jackson on September 18, 1987; five Brothers: Darwin, George, Charlie, Jimmie and Elroy Cragle; four Sisters: Mabel Edgar; Emma Jean Dean; Violet Swyers; and Bea Grayson.
Services
Visitation will be Wednesday, March 22, 2006 from 3 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, March 23, 2006 at 11 AM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Aaron Jeffers officiating. Pallbearers will be Ralph Roster, Sam Jackson, Bobby Grayson, Billy Grayson, Kenny Backer, and Jim Branscum. Burial will be in the family plot in the St. James Cemetery.
All arrangements under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Mildred Mae (Ragan) Shields 1929-2006
Mildred Mae Shields of St. James, passed away March 13, 2006, at the St. James Nursing Center. She was 77 years 2 months and 5 days of age.
Mildred Shields was born in Phelps Co. on January 8, 1929, the daughter of the late Lem W. and Nellie Jane (Duncan) Ragan.
Mildred Shields had a life - long faith in God that carried her through to the end of her life. She was a member of the Flag Springs Church.
She was united in marriage to Raymond Mack Shields. He entered into rest October, 1981.
Later in life she married Raymond Love who entered into rest November 2003.
Survivors are her Sons: James W. R. Shields Sr. and his wife Sylvia of St. James; Kenneth A. Shields and his wife Dollie of Chapman, Kansas; Dennis E. Shields and his wife Roberta of St. James and Mike L. Shields and his wife Linda of St. James, Mo.: Daughter: Diana Stewart of St. James. Along with 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren and a host of friends.
Mildred Mae Shields is preceded in death by her parents Lem and Nellie Ragan, her husbands: Raymond Shields and Raymond Love, one daughter Debby Faye Shields and one sister Opal Faye Ragan.
Services
Mildred Mae Shields was in state from 5-8 P.M. Wednesday, March 15, 2006, at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Funeral Service were conducted 10:00 a.m. Thursday, March 16, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James with Rev. Gary Bartle officiating. Music was be provided by Rhonda Boren, Cheryl Harlan and Rena Stewart, vocalists; with Mary Taylor and Judy Bartle at the organ. Pallbearers were be her grandchildren: Raymond Shields Jr; Josh Shields; Stephen Shields; Michael Shields; James Shields, Jr.; and Coty Stewart. Burial was in the family plot at the St. James Cemetery.
Arrangements were under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
Mildred Shields was born in Phelps Co. on January 8, 1929, the daughter of the late Lem W. and Nellie Jane (Duncan) Ragan.
Mildred Shields had a life - long faith in God that carried her through to the end of her life. She was a member of the Flag Springs Church.
She was united in marriage to Raymond Mack Shields. He entered into rest October, 1981.
Later in life she married Raymond Love who entered into rest November 2003.
Survivors are her Sons: James W. R. Shields Sr. and his wife Sylvia of St. James; Kenneth A. Shields and his wife Dollie of Chapman, Kansas; Dennis E. Shields and his wife Roberta of St. James and Mike L. Shields and his wife Linda of St. James, Mo.: Daughter: Diana Stewart of St. James. Along with 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren and a host of friends.
Mildred Mae Shields is preceded in death by her parents Lem and Nellie Ragan, her husbands: Raymond Shields and Raymond Love, one daughter Debby Faye Shields and one sister Opal Faye Ragan.
Services
Mildred Mae Shields was in state from 5-8 P.M. Wednesday, March 15, 2006, at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Funeral Service were conducted 10:00 a.m. Thursday, March 16, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James with Rev. Gary Bartle officiating. Music was be provided by Rhonda Boren, Cheryl Harlan and Rena Stewart, vocalists; with Mary Taylor and Judy Bartle at the organ. Pallbearers were be her grandchildren: Raymond Shields Jr; Josh Shields; Stephen Shields; Michael Shields; James Shields, Jr.; and Coty Stewart. Burial was in the family plot at the St. James Cemetery.
Arrangements were under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
Charles David Skaggs 1922-2006
Charles David Skaggs passed away Saturday March 4, 2006 at his home in St. James. He was 83 years 3 months and 25 days of age.
Charles was born Movember 7, 1922 at Vichy, Missouri the son of the late Henry Edward and Mary Anna Cruts Skaggs.
Survivors are his Nephews: Ed Skaggs and his wife Brenda of St. James and David Wymon Skaggs and his wife Mary Ann of St. James; Niece: Alice Hart and her husband Gene of St. James. Along with 8 great nephews and nieces, 2 step-great nieces and 31 great-great nieces and nephews.
He is preceaded in death by his parents, one brother: William Edward Skaggs and one sister: Emma May Skaggs.
Services
Charles David Skaggs will lie in state 9:00 a.m. Tuesday March 7, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Funeral Service will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Tuesday March 7, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James. Pallbears will be Ed Skaggs, Gene Hart, Wymon Skaggs, Glenn Skaggs and Tom Hart. Burial will full military honors will be at the Hickory Grove Cemetery near Vichy, Mo. Memorial may be given to Boys Town of St. James.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
Charles was born Movember 7, 1922 at Vichy, Missouri the son of the late Henry Edward and Mary Anna Cruts Skaggs.
Survivors are his Nephews: Ed Skaggs and his wife Brenda of St. James and David Wymon Skaggs and his wife Mary Ann of St. James; Niece: Alice Hart and her husband Gene of St. James. Along with 8 great nephews and nieces, 2 step-great nieces and 31 great-great nieces and nephews.
He is preceaded in death by his parents, one brother: William Edward Skaggs and one sister: Emma May Skaggs.
Services
Charles David Skaggs will lie in state 9:00 a.m. Tuesday March 7, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Funeral Service will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Tuesday March 7, 2006 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James. Pallbears will be Ed Skaggs, Gene Hart, Wymon Skaggs, Glenn Skaggs and Tom Hart. Burial will full military honors will be at the Hickory Grove Cemetery near Vichy, Mo. Memorial may be given to Boys Town of St. James.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.
Dr. Joseph Edward Pearce 1920-2006
Dr. Joseph Edward Pearce of St. James passed away Friday March 3, 2006. He was 85 Years 3 months and 21 days of age.
Dr. Joseph Pearce was born on November 10, 1920 the son of the late Edward and Ella (Arends) Pearce.
Joseph is survived by one daughter: Lisa Christen and husband, David of St. James, Missouri; one son: Joseph Pearce and wife Rina of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; seven grandchildren: Brandon & Steven Christen; Shannon & Glen Pearce; James Sledge; David Rowlay; and Michelle Miller; one niece: Dana Krell; two great nephews: Scot and Gene Krell; one brother-in-law: Scot Spradley of Whittier, California; other extended family members and friends.
Preceding Joseph in death is his parents; and one sister: Virginia Spradley.
Dr. Pearce was a dentist in Rolla, Mo. for over 30 years. He was an active member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Rolla. He enjoyed fishing and hiking with his family, and enjoyed traveling to Europe and Canada. One of his favorite hobbies was taking pictures. He enjoyed taking family pictures especially around the holidays. He was in WW II and was decorated with the Asistic Pacific Service Medal, World War Victory Medal and a Good Conduct Medal. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Services
Dr. Pearce will lie in state at the Missouri Veteran Home Chapel on 9:00 A.M. Monday March 6, 2006.
Funeral Service will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Monday March 6, 2006 with Pastor Walter Wonderslavin officiating. Music was provided by Linda Spurgeon, Organist and Terry Kean, Vocalist. Pallbearers Joseph Pearce, Brandon Christen, David Christen, Steven Christen, A.C. Harris and Richard Jones. Burial with full military honors will be conducted at the Missouri Veterans Home Cemetery.
Memorials are requested to the Missouri Veterans Home in St. James.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Dr. Joseph Pearce was born on November 10, 1920 the son of the late Edward and Ella (Arends) Pearce.
Joseph is survived by one daughter: Lisa Christen and husband, David of St. James, Missouri; one son: Joseph Pearce and wife Rina of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; seven grandchildren: Brandon & Steven Christen; Shannon & Glen Pearce; James Sledge; David Rowlay; and Michelle Miller; one niece: Dana Krell; two great nephews: Scot and Gene Krell; one brother-in-law: Scot Spradley of Whittier, California; other extended family members and friends.
Preceding Joseph in death is his parents; and one sister: Virginia Spradley.
Dr. Pearce was a dentist in Rolla, Mo. for over 30 years. He was an active member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Rolla. He enjoyed fishing and hiking with his family, and enjoyed traveling to Europe and Canada. One of his favorite hobbies was taking pictures. He enjoyed taking family pictures especially around the holidays. He was in WW II and was decorated with the Asistic Pacific Service Medal, World War Victory Medal and a Good Conduct Medal. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Services
Dr. Pearce will lie in state at the Missouri Veteran Home Chapel on 9:00 A.M. Monday March 6, 2006.
Funeral Service will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Monday March 6, 2006 with Pastor Walter Wonderslavin officiating. Music was provided by Linda Spurgeon, Organist and Terry Kean, Vocalist. Pallbearers Joseph Pearce, Brandon Christen, David Christen, Steven Christen, A.C. Harris and Richard Jones. Burial with full military honors will be conducted at the Missouri Veterans Home Cemetery.
Memorials are requested to the Missouri Veterans Home in St. James.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Murel Virginia (Frey) Crafton 1932-2006
Murel Virginia Crafton passed away at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla on February 27, 2006. She was 74 years of age.
Murel was born at St. James, Missouri on February 4, 1932 to her parents: Lloyd and Della (Mayberry) Frey.
Murel owned the Murel's Beauty Shop for ten years. She was also owner of Crafton Hardware Store for five years. Murel was an avid reader. She loved to cook for her family.
Murel was a lifelong member of the Eastern Star,and Past Worthy Matron; also a member of the Methodist Church. She was respected for her openess and honesty.
Murel is survived by four sons: Danny Pherigo and wife Ginny of St. James, Missouri; Matthew Pherigo and wife Pamela of St. James, Missouri; Doug Crafton and wife Rita of Amerillo, Texas; and David Crafton and wife Sheryl of Amerillo, Texas; two daughters: Peggy Hamlin and husband James of Nashville, Tennessee; and Roxan Hayes and husband Gary of St. James, Missouri; two sisters: Shirley Kuntz and Linda Wools of St. James, Missouri.
Preceding Murel in death is her parents: Lloyd and Della (Mayberry) Frey; husband: Leroy Crafton; and one brother: Carl Frey.
Services
Memorial services will be conducted Thursday, March 2, 2006 at 11:00 AM at the United Methodist Church in St. James, Missouri with Pastor Amy Turner officiating.
Memorials are requested in lieu of flowers to the St. James Methodist Church, St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Murel was born at St. James, Missouri on February 4, 1932 to her parents: Lloyd and Della (Mayberry) Frey.
Murel owned the Murel's Beauty Shop for ten years. She was also owner of Crafton Hardware Store for five years. Murel was an avid reader. She loved to cook for her family.
Murel was a lifelong member of the Eastern Star,and Past Worthy Matron; also a member of the Methodist Church. She was respected for her openess and honesty.
Murel is survived by four sons: Danny Pherigo and wife Ginny of St. James, Missouri; Matthew Pherigo and wife Pamela of St. James, Missouri; Doug Crafton and wife Rita of Amerillo, Texas; and David Crafton and wife Sheryl of Amerillo, Texas; two daughters: Peggy Hamlin and husband James of Nashville, Tennessee; and Roxan Hayes and husband Gary of St. James, Missouri; two sisters: Shirley Kuntz and Linda Wools of St. James, Missouri.
Preceding Murel in death is her parents: Lloyd and Della (Mayberry) Frey; husband: Leroy Crafton; and one brother: Carl Frey.
Services
Memorial services will be conducted Thursday, March 2, 2006 at 11:00 AM at the United Methodist Church in St. James, Missouri with Pastor Amy Turner officiating.
Memorials are requested in lieu of flowers to the St. James Methodist Church, St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Belinda Agnes (Holder) Loness 1932-2006
Belinda Agnes Loness passed away on February 19, 2006 at Stockhoff Nursing Home in Fredericktown, Missouri. Belinda was 73 years of age.
Belinda was born on March 10, 1932 in Ravenden, Arkansas to her late parents: Hosie and Frances (Knauss) Holder.
Belinda was a nurse at the St. Peters Manor for three years in St. Peters, Missouri.
Belinda is survived by three Daughters: Carol Schmeiding and husband Larry of Prairie DuRocher, Illinois; Joann Kettner and husband David of Littleton, Illinois; and Patricia Rose Bennett and husband Bob of Fredericktown, Missouri; one Step-Son: Omer Buddy Loness Jr.and wife Bonita of Wright City, Missouri; one Step-Daughter: Kelly Irwin and husband Darwin of Marthasville, Missouri; six Brothers: Mitchael Holder Jr. and wife Judy of Jerseyville, Illinois; Robert Holder and wife Bonnie of Putnam, Illinois; Everett D. Holder and wife Jane of Meredosia, Illinois; Claude Holder and wife Mary of Meredosia, Illlinois; Paul Holder and wife Kathy of Springdale, Arkansas; and Thomas Holder and wife Kay of Versailles, Illinois; one Sister: Margie Irwin and husband Butch of Rushville, Illinois; nine Grandchildren; four Step-Grandchildren; sixteen Great-Grandchildren and many extended family and friends.
Belinda is preceded in death by her Parents: Hosie Jerome and Frances Elizabeth Holder; Husband: Omer L. Loness Sr.; one Son: Bruce Franklin Grove; one Brother: Hosie Holder Jr.; and one Sister: Annette McClendon.
Services
Visitation for Belinda will be held on Wednesday, February 22, 2006 from 4 - 8 PM at the Baue Funeral and Memorial Center in St. Charles, Missouri.
Funeral Services will be conducted on Thursday, February 23, 2006 at the Baue Funeral and Memorial Center Chapel in St. Charles, Missouri. Interment will be in the St. Charles Memorial Gardens in St. Charles, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the American Stroke Foundation - 5900 Swope Parkway - Kansas City, Mo. or may be sent to the Baue Funeral Home at 1-70/Cave Springs -3950
West Clay - St. Charles, Missouri 63301.
Arrangements under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home of St. James, Missouri.
Belinda was born on March 10, 1932 in Ravenden, Arkansas to her late parents: Hosie and Frances (Knauss) Holder.
Belinda was a nurse at the St. Peters Manor for three years in St. Peters, Missouri.
Belinda is survived by three Daughters: Carol Schmeiding and husband Larry of Prairie DuRocher, Illinois; Joann Kettner and husband David of Littleton, Illinois; and Patricia Rose Bennett and husband Bob of Fredericktown, Missouri; one Step-Son: Omer Buddy Loness Jr.and wife Bonita of Wright City, Missouri; one Step-Daughter: Kelly Irwin and husband Darwin of Marthasville, Missouri; six Brothers: Mitchael Holder Jr. and wife Judy of Jerseyville, Illinois; Robert Holder and wife Bonnie of Putnam, Illinois; Everett D. Holder and wife Jane of Meredosia, Illinois; Claude Holder and wife Mary of Meredosia, Illlinois; Paul Holder and wife Kathy of Springdale, Arkansas; and Thomas Holder and wife Kay of Versailles, Illinois; one Sister: Margie Irwin and husband Butch of Rushville, Illinois; nine Grandchildren; four Step-Grandchildren; sixteen Great-Grandchildren and many extended family and friends.
Belinda is preceded in death by her Parents: Hosie Jerome and Frances Elizabeth Holder; Husband: Omer L. Loness Sr.; one Son: Bruce Franklin Grove; one Brother: Hosie Holder Jr.; and one Sister: Annette McClendon.
Services
Visitation for Belinda will be held on Wednesday, February 22, 2006 from 4 - 8 PM at the Baue Funeral and Memorial Center in St. Charles, Missouri.
Funeral Services will be conducted on Thursday, February 23, 2006 at the Baue Funeral and Memorial Center Chapel in St. Charles, Missouri. Interment will be in the St. Charles Memorial Gardens in St. Charles, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the American Stroke Foundation - 5900 Swope Parkway - Kansas City, Mo. or may be sent to the Baue Funeral Home at 1-70/Cave Springs -3950
West Clay - St. Charles, Missouri 63301.
Arrangements under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home of St. James, Missouri.
Jacqueline (Voss) Jones 1931-2006
Jacqueline Voss Jones, 74, passed away at the Christian Health Care Center in Republic, Missouri on February 18, 2006.
She was born on October 30, 1931 in Yancy Mills, Missouri and was a life long resident of Rolla. Jackie was a 1949 graduate of Rolla High School where she enjoyed serving as editor of the Rolla High Echo. After attending college at Southeast Missouri State University, she returned to Rolla where she taught at the Yancy Mills School. She re-united with her high school sweetheart Billy E. Jones and was wed on Dec. 10, 1960. Together they had a daughter Mary Jane and a son William V. Jones. Jackie served as Phelps County Voter Registration Clerk under William T. Huskey. She retired from the Phelps County Clerks Office in 1988 after more than 20 years of service. After retirement Jackie enjoyed being a member of the Senior Companion Program volunteering her time at the Presbyterian Manor. She was a delight to be around and brought joy to all those around her.
Surviving are, daughter Mary Jane Dover and husband Kenneth Dover of Rolla, son William Voss Jones, wife Dena Hansen-Jones her sister, Joyce Voss Bonham and husband Richard Bonham of Springfield, Missouri and grand-daughter, Hallie Jones of Springfield, Missouri.
Memorial are requested to the ALzheimer's Association - 9374 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, Mo. 63132.
Services
Graveside services will be held at 2pm. Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at the Rolla Cemetery, with Grace Madigan offiiating. Vocalist will be Dave Lexa. Pallbearers will be CPL. Darryl Adkins; Greene Co. Sheriff Dept; William V. Jones; Greene Co. Sheriff Dept; Brian Archer; Greene Co. Sheriff Dept.; Vince Osiel; Green Co. Sheriff Dept; Michael West and Scott Farace.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James
She was born on October 30, 1931 in Yancy Mills, Missouri and was a life long resident of Rolla. Jackie was a 1949 graduate of Rolla High School where she enjoyed serving as editor of the Rolla High Echo. After attending college at Southeast Missouri State University, she returned to Rolla where she taught at the Yancy Mills School. She re-united with her high school sweetheart Billy E. Jones and was wed on Dec. 10, 1960. Together they had a daughter Mary Jane and a son William V. Jones. Jackie served as Phelps County Voter Registration Clerk under William T. Huskey. She retired from the Phelps County Clerks Office in 1988 after more than 20 years of service. After retirement Jackie enjoyed being a member of the Senior Companion Program volunteering her time at the Presbyterian Manor. She was a delight to be around and brought joy to all those around her.
Surviving are, daughter Mary Jane Dover and husband Kenneth Dover of Rolla, son William Voss Jones, wife Dena Hansen-Jones her sister, Joyce Voss Bonham and husband Richard Bonham of Springfield, Missouri and grand-daughter, Hallie Jones of Springfield, Missouri.
Memorial are requested to the ALzheimer's Association - 9374 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, Mo. 63132.
Services
Graveside services will be held at 2pm. Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at the Rolla Cemetery, with Grace Madigan offiiating. Vocalist will be Dave Lexa. Pallbearers will be CPL. Darryl Adkins; Greene Co. Sheriff Dept; William V. Jones; Greene Co. Sheriff Dept; Brian Archer; Greene Co. Sheriff Dept.; Vince Osiel; Green Co. Sheriff Dept; Michael West and Scott Farace.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James
Jules Fredrick Martin 1911-2006
Jules Fredrick Martin passed away at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center on Tuesday, February 14, 2006. He was 94 years of age.
Jules was born on October 4, 1911 at Rolla, Missouri to his late parents: Fredrick and Julia (Ruess) Martin. Jules was united in marriage to Pauline Matthews on February 5, 1933 in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. To this union two children were born.
Jules is survived by his wife of the home: Pauline (Matthews) Martin; one daughter: Pauline Julia Wayman of LaGrange, Texas; one son: Paul Jules Martin of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; four grandchildren: Juanita, Anita, Barbara, and Marie; four great grandchildren: Alyssa, John, Angelo, and Drew.
Preceding him in death are his late parents: Fredrick and Julia Martin; two brothers: Theron and Ted Martin; two sisters: Hazel Cook and Lillie Lopardo.
Services
Visitation for Jules will be held on Thursday, February 16, 2006 from 3 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 17, 2006 at 10:00 am with Reverend Kerry High officiating. Pallbearers will be: John Havens, Robert Lopardo, Gary Sieber, Kenneth Martin, Wallace Havens and Mark Havens; Honorary Pallbearers will be Keith Martin and George Cook Jr. Interment will be in the family plot in the Rolla Cemetery in Rolla, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Jules was born on October 4, 1911 at Rolla, Missouri to his late parents: Fredrick and Julia (Ruess) Martin. Jules was united in marriage to Pauline Matthews on February 5, 1933 in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. To this union two children were born.
Jules is survived by his wife of the home: Pauline (Matthews) Martin; one daughter: Pauline Julia Wayman of LaGrange, Texas; one son: Paul Jules Martin of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; four grandchildren: Juanita, Anita, Barbara, and Marie; four great grandchildren: Alyssa, John, Angelo, and Drew.
Preceding him in death are his late parents: Fredrick and Julia Martin; two brothers: Theron and Ted Martin; two sisters: Hazel Cook and Lillie Lopardo.
Services
Visitation for Jules will be held on Thursday, February 16, 2006 from 3 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 17, 2006 at 10:00 am with Reverend Kerry High officiating. Pallbearers will be: John Havens, Robert Lopardo, Gary Sieber, Kenneth Martin, Wallace Havens and Mark Havens; Honorary Pallbearers will be Keith Martin and George Cook Jr. Interment will be in the family plot in the Rolla Cemetery in Rolla, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Golden Ethylen (Mills) Davis 1906-2006
Golden Ethylen Davis passed away on February 1, 2006 at her home in rural St. James, Missouri. Golden was 99 years of age.
Golden was born on May 5, 1906 in Morgan, Missouri to her late parents: John Roscoe and Susan Olive (Green) Mills.
During her lifetime she was a Registerd Nurse, Public School Teacher, and Flora Designer.
Golden is survived by daughter: Kandyce Alexander and husband Richard; step children: Linda Bartholemew and husband Ken; Brenda Nolte and husband Larry; Wylitta Hardwick and husband Joe; seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Preceding Golden in death were her husband: Wiley Casper Davis; parents: John and Susan (Green) Mills; sisters: Thelma Prescott and Dr. Erma Newkirk.
Services
Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 4, 2006 at 3:00 PM at the Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia, Missouri. Pallbearers were: Richard Alexander, Joel Alexander, Robert Morales, Larry Notle, Jason Nolte, Russ Kaiser. Interment was in the Memorial Park Cemetery in Columbia, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the Phelps Regional Hospice.
Arrangements were under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Golden was born on May 5, 1906 in Morgan, Missouri to her late parents: John Roscoe and Susan Olive (Green) Mills.
During her lifetime she was a Registerd Nurse, Public School Teacher, and Flora Designer.
Golden is survived by daughter: Kandyce Alexander and husband Richard; step children: Linda Bartholemew and husband Ken; Brenda Nolte and husband Larry; Wylitta Hardwick and husband Joe; seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Preceding Golden in death were her husband: Wiley Casper Davis; parents: John and Susan (Green) Mills; sisters: Thelma Prescott and Dr. Erma Newkirk.
Services
Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 4, 2006 at 3:00 PM at the Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia, Missouri. Pallbearers were: Richard Alexander, Joel Alexander, Robert Morales, Larry Notle, Jason Nolte, Russ Kaiser. Interment was in the Memorial Park Cemetery in Columbia, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the Phelps Regional Hospice.
Arrangements were under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Ethel Lou (Sherrell) Woolard 1916-2006
Ethel Lou Woolard of Camdenton formerly of St. James, Missouri passed away on January 30, 2006 in Camdenton, Missouri at the Lake Ozark Hospital. She was 89 years of age. She was born November 1, 1916 at Arlington, Missouri.
Mrs. Woolard was a member of St. James Christian Church. May she rest in God's care. She will be sadly missed.
Mrs. Woolard was preceded in death by her parents: George and Caroline Sherrell; husband; Jerry Woolard, 10 brothers and sisters.
Ethel is survived by daughter: Jennie Cunningham and grandchildren: Cassie and Neal Cunningham of Camdenton, Missouri; daughter: Dianna Woolard of St. Louis, Missouri; son: Ed Duffin of Bulls Shoals, Arkansas and grandchildren: Dawn, Darren, and Cathy; 7 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews and numerous friends, who loved her dearly.
Services
Mrs. Woolards ashes were entombed next to her husband at the Memorial Park Cemetery in St. Louis.
Arrangements were under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Mrs. Woolard was a member of St. James Christian Church. May she rest in God's care. She will be sadly missed.
Mrs. Woolard was preceded in death by her parents: George and Caroline Sherrell; husband; Jerry Woolard, 10 brothers and sisters.
Ethel is survived by daughter: Jennie Cunningham and grandchildren: Cassie and Neal Cunningham of Camdenton, Missouri; daughter: Dianna Woolard of St. Louis, Missouri; son: Ed Duffin of Bulls Shoals, Arkansas and grandchildren: Dawn, Darren, and Cathy; 7 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews and numerous friends, who loved her dearly.
Services
Mrs. Woolards ashes were entombed next to her husband at the Memorial Park Cemetery in St. Louis.
Arrangements were under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Vivian May (Rodgers) Holman 1931-2006
Vivian May Holman of St. James passed away Friday January 13, 2006 at her home in St. James. She was 74 Years 7 months and 15 days of age.
Vivian May Holman was born May 29, 1931 in Hutchinson, Kansas; the daughter of the late Albert and Elma Cowan Rodgers.
Vivian Holman was united in marriage to Sidney Holman. He entered into rest January 1969.
She is survived by Sons: Micheal Holman and wife Sandy of St James; Gary Holman and wife Pam of Sullivan and Robert Holman and wife Sandy of Sullivan. Daughter: Teresa Edgmond of St James; Brother: Jake Rodgers and wife Betty of St James; Sister-in-law: Dorothy Rodgers of St James; Sister: Doris Burch and husband Charlie of Arkansas along with 11grandchilden 28 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends
Preceding Vivian in death was one granddaughter Suesan Diane Holman.
Services
Mrs. Holman was in state at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James from 6-8 pm Sunday January 15, 2006.
Funeral Service were conducted 2:00 P.M. Monday Jauary 16, 2005 at the Hughes Cemetery. Mrs Holman's daughter; Teresa Edgmond offered words of comfort at the Cemetery. Pallbearers were Robert Holguin, David Holman, Paul Lopez, Scott Chandler, Gary Holman and Dennis Stanley. Burial was in the family plot at the Hughes Cemetery.
Arrangements were under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Vivian May Holman was born May 29, 1931 in Hutchinson, Kansas; the daughter of the late Albert and Elma Cowan Rodgers.
Vivian Holman was united in marriage to Sidney Holman. He entered into rest January 1969.
She is survived by Sons: Micheal Holman and wife Sandy of St James; Gary Holman and wife Pam of Sullivan and Robert Holman and wife Sandy of Sullivan. Daughter: Teresa Edgmond of St James; Brother: Jake Rodgers and wife Betty of St James; Sister-in-law: Dorothy Rodgers of St James; Sister: Doris Burch and husband Charlie of Arkansas along with 11grandchilden 28 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends
Preceding Vivian in death was one granddaughter Suesan Diane Holman.
Services
Mrs. Holman was in state at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James from 6-8 pm Sunday January 15, 2006.
Funeral Service were conducted 2:00 P.M. Monday Jauary 16, 2005 at the Hughes Cemetery. Mrs Holman's daughter; Teresa Edgmond offered words of comfort at the Cemetery. Pallbearers were Robert Holguin, David Holman, Paul Lopez, Scott Chandler, Gary Holman and Dennis Stanley. Burial was in the family plot at the Hughes Cemetery.
Arrangements were under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.
Jeffrey Charles Griser 1974-2006
Jeffrey Charles Griser of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on January 3, 2006 in Kansas City, Missouri at the age of 31 years of age.
Jeffrey was born on October 11, 1974 to his parents: Charles and Betty (Richards) Griser.
Jeffrey was currently the manager of Downing's Bar and Grill. At the age of 11, Jeff was the youngest certified 1 volunteer firefighter in Missouri. He went to high school and played football in St. James, Missouri.
Jeffrey is survived by his mother: Betty Fowler and husband Richard of Ft Wayne, Indiana; father: Charles Griser of St. Louis, Missouri; one son: Aiden Charles Griser of Redding, California and his mother: Emily Hayes of Redding, California; one sister: Chrissy Griser of Kansas City, Missouri; two step-brothers: Kevin Fowler of Manhattan, Kansas and Timothy Fowler of Merryman, Kansas; grandparents: Lloyd and Roberta Richards of St. James, Missouri; Special Friend: Shannon Potter of Los Angeles, California; many aunts, uncles, cousins, step nieces, step nephews, and many friends.
Jeffrey is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents.
Services
Visitation was held on Sunday, January 8, 2005 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services were conducted on Monday, January 9, 2006 at 11 AM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Reverend Mick Thrasher officiating.
Memorials are suggested to the Aiden Charles Griser Fund, c/o Country Club Bank, 44th and Belleview, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Jeffrey was born on October 11, 1974 to his parents: Charles and Betty (Richards) Griser.
Jeffrey was currently the manager of Downing's Bar and Grill. At the age of 11, Jeff was the youngest certified 1 volunteer firefighter in Missouri. He went to high school and played football in St. James, Missouri.
Jeffrey is survived by his mother: Betty Fowler and husband Richard of Ft Wayne, Indiana; father: Charles Griser of St. Louis, Missouri; one son: Aiden Charles Griser of Redding, California and his mother: Emily Hayes of Redding, California; one sister: Chrissy Griser of Kansas City, Missouri; two step-brothers: Kevin Fowler of Manhattan, Kansas and Timothy Fowler of Merryman, Kansas; grandparents: Lloyd and Roberta Richards of St. James, Missouri; Special Friend: Shannon Potter of Los Angeles, California; many aunts, uncles, cousins, step nieces, step nephews, and many friends.
Jeffrey is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents.
Services
Visitation was held on Sunday, January 8, 2005 from 6 - 8 PM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services were conducted on Monday, January 9, 2006 at 11 AM at the Jones Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Reverend Mick Thrasher officiating.
Memorials are suggested to the Aiden Charles Griser Fund, c/o Country Club Bank, 44th and Belleview, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Guy LaVern (Vern) McIntosh 1905-2005
Guy LaVern (Vern) McIntosh passed away December 30, 2005 at the Jefferson City Nursing Home. He was 100 years and 15 days of age.
Vern McIntosh was born December 15, 1905 near Jakes Prairie, Missouri north of St. James the ninth child of George Washington Bowen and Barbara Catherine (Breuer) McIntosh.
He was united in marriage to Marie Rose Forfer who passed away in 1976.
Vern McIntosh is survived by one daughter Judith Hirst and husband Richard of Jefferson City, also 8 grandchildren: grandsons: Richard and Steven Hirst, David, Steven, James, and John McIntosh and granddaughters: Jennifer (Hirst) McQuinn and Dana (McIntosh) Wham. He is also survived by fifteen great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter, several nieces and nephews and many cousins.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife and one son Dan McIntosh who passed away in 1991. Brothers and Sisters: Effie Wright, Henry, Ransom, Martin, Benjamin, Eda McIntosh, Iva Akers and George McIntosh.
Vern was educated at the Oak Grove Elementary School and attended the St. James High School in 1922 and 1923. In 1923 he moved to St Louis where he resided for the next 67 years. Vern McIntosh worked in the St. Louis office of the Louisiana Railroad & Navigation Co., later consolidated with the Kansas City Southern Lines. After 47 1/2 years of service Vern retired on Jan 31, 1973 at which time he was a freight Rate Manager of the KCS Lines in charge of the St Louis Office.
Services
Funeral Service were conducted 11 A.M. Wednesday, January 4, 2005 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James with Jess Rinehart officiating. Burial was in the family plot at the Oak Grove Cemetery where his wife, son and daughter-in-law, parents, several brothers, grandparents, many aunts, uncles, and cousins are also buried. Pallbearers were family and friends.
All arrangments under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home of St James. Mo.
Vern McIntosh was born December 15, 1905 near Jakes Prairie, Missouri north of St. James the ninth child of George Washington Bowen and Barbara Catherine (Breuer) McIntosh.
He was united in marriage to Marie Rose Forfer who passed away in 1976.
Vern McIntosh is survived by one daughter Judith Hirst and husband Richard of Jefferson City, also 8 grandchildren: grandsons: Richard and Steven Hirst, David, Steven, James, and John McIntosh and granddaughters: Jennifer (Hirst) McQuinn and Dana (McIntosh) Wham. He is also survived by fifteen great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter, several nieces and nephews and many cousins.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife and one son Dan McIntosh who passed away in 1991. Brothers and Sisters: Effie Wright, Henry, Ransom, Martin, Benjamin, Eda McIntosh, Iva Akers and George McIntosh.
Vern was educated at the Oak Grove Elementary School and attended the St. James High School in 1922 and 1923. In 1923 he moved to St Louis where he resided for the next 67 years. Vern McIntosh worked in the St. Louis office of the Louisiana Railroad & Navigation Co., later consolidated with the Kansas City Southern Lines. After 47 1/2 years of service Vern retired on Jan 31, 1973 at which time he was a freight Rate Manager of the KCS Lines in charge of the St Louis Office.
Services
Funeral Service were conducted 11 A.M. Wednesday, January 4, 2005 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James with Jess Rinehart officiating. Burial was in the family plot at the Oak Grove Cemetery where his wife, son and daughter-in-law, parents, several brothers, grandparents, many aunts, uncles, and cousins are also buried. Pallbearers were family and friends.
All arrangments under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home of St James. Mo.
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