Velda Judd

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Velda Pryor Judd, 92, Rogers, AR, formerly of Diamond, MO died Jan. 31, 2014 at Bentonville, AR, following an extended illness. 

Velda was born Aug. 5, 1921 in Carthage, MO, to Riley and Lola (Miller) Pryor. The family moved to Ritchey, MO when Velda was four years old, and she attended school in Ritchey most of her life and graduated from Granby High School in 1941. 

In 1941, she married Rex Judd, her high school sweetheart and they had three sons, Gary, Dan and Ted. She helped her husband on the Dairy farm for twenty years and after leaving the dairy farm, they moved to Diamond where she worked in the Diamond School for twelve years. She loved to quilt and supplied her many family members with quilts and loved being with her grandchildren and family. She volunteered at Carver Memorial for ten years and belonged to the Church of Christ at West Union and the Diamond Improvement Group until moving to Rogers, AR, where she was attended the Pea Ridge Church of Christ.

 Velda is survived by her husband of 72 years, Rex of the home; three sons, Gary Judd and wife, Carolyn, Florida; Danny Judd and wife, Jonita, Rogers, AR and Ted Judd and wife, Janet, Lowell, AR; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents and 3 brothers and 2 sisters.

VISITATION WILL BE 1 PM UNTIL SERVICE TIME.

Monday February 3, 2014 at Clark Funeral Home Granby Chapel

CHAPEL SERVICE

Monday February 3, 2014, 2:00 PM at Clark Funeral Home Granby Chapel


Interment: Newtonia IOOF Cemetery

Donald Roughton

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Donald Roughton, age 79, of Joplin, Mo. passed away at 1:50 a.m. Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at his home following a sudden illness. Don was born October 25, 1934 in Bentonville, Arkansas. He had lived in Joplin most of his life. Don was employed as the Produce Manager for the former Foodtown store, and Produce Clerk at the IGA grocery store in Joplin. He was a member of the Retail Clerks Union #322. He was also a member of the Wildwood Baptist Church.

Don married Janice Phillips November 27, 1954 in Joplin and she survives. Additional survivors include two sons, Kevin Roughton and wife Teresa, Joplin, and Scott Roughton and wife Sueanne, Alba, Mo. one brother, David Roughton, Joplin, four grandchildren; Jody, Chase, and Lacey Roughton, and Aspen Waters, and three great grandchildren; Ada, Mitt, and Raydn Roughton, and one on the way. Don was preceded in death by a son, Jody Brian Roughton, two brothers, Orville and Truman Roughton, and a sister, Juanita Townsend.

Services will be at 3:00 p.m. Friday at the Mason-Woodard Chapel. Burial will follow at the Osborne Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. Friday until the service. Arrangements are under the directionof the Mason-Woodard Mortuary of Joplin, Mo.

Leon "Old Man Luke" Burkey

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Leon E. “Old Man Luke” Burkey, passed away on Tuesday January 28, 2014, at Mercy Hospital, following an illness.

Leon was born on November 30, 1930 in Sarcoxie, Mo., the son of the late Ed and Mildred (Holmes) Burkey. He has been a lifetime area resident. He loved going to the “Old Settler’s Pick Nick” every year. He loved picking up wood.

He is survived by one brother, Don Burkey and wife Freda, Diamond, Mo.; one sister, Sharon Carlisle and husband Larry, Sarcoxie, Mo.; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial visitation will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Friday at Mason-Woodard Mortuary. Cremation will follow the visitation with private family graveside service to be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers Memorial Contributions may be made to the “Old Settler’s Pick Nick” fund. Arrangements are under the direction of Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory.

Tammy Wyatt

(From Parker Mortuary)

Tammy was born October 6, 1959, in Research Hospital in Kansas City, MO and departed this life January 7, 2014 in Baton Rouge, LA.

Her parents are Jim Wyatt of Burlington, IA and Dixie Mills Wright of Wyandotte, OK.

She also leaves a son, Wyatt McClintock Ferguson; a sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Steve Wilson of Joplin; and a nephew, Jake Wilson of Webb City, MO.

Tammy graduated from Parkwood High School in 1977 with honors and while there was named to “Who’s Who of American High School Students”. She graduated from SMSU in Springfield, MO with a bachelor’s degree in 1981 and was immediately hired by Marion Laboratories of Kansas City and was sent to Montana.

She continued to work in the medical sales field. Her title was Technical Representative.

She worked for Dade Diagnostics and throughout her career was the top area sales representative three years in succession and in 1993, was named National Sales Representative.

Tammy married David Ferguson in New Orleans on May 1, 1992. To their union was born Wyatt McClintock Ferguson who survives and is an honor student at LSU, Baton Rouge.

Tammy continued to live in New Orleans, working as a sales representative for a flooring company and had recently transferred to Baton Rouge. She was diagnosed with Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer. Tammy was an intelligent, very talented lady. She was a writer and an artist. She will be sadly missed.

Memorial services will be held 4:00 p.m. Saturday, February 8th at Parker Mortuary in Joplin.

Paul Patton Jr.

(From Parker Mortuary)

Paul Eugene Patton, Jr., age 62, Carl Junction, passed away at 8:18 p.m. Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at his home after a sudden illness. Paul was born November 18, 1951 in Webb City, Missouri to the late Paul E. Patton, Sr. and Ella Beatrice Stephen Patton and had lived in the Joplin area most of his life.

Paul was a veteran of the United States Air Force and retired after 21 years of service. He was awarded several medals and citations, including the National Defense Service Medal and the Vietnam Service Medal.

Paul worked at Coca-Cola for 20 years as a service technician. There was nothing he could not fix or do. He made many lasting friendships over the years and will be missed by all that worked alongside of him.

In his spare time, Paul enjoyed spending time with his family and fishing. Some of his fondest memories were spent with his grandchildren while on the water.

He married Julie Churchill on April 22, 1972 in Joplin. She survives at the home.

Additional survivors include two sons, Brent Patton and his wife, Lisa, Carthage, Eric Patton and his wife, Laura, Bend, Oregon; grandchildren, Autumn, Sierra, Clinton, Zach, Kayla; and siblings, Perry Patton, Joplin, Preston Patton, Carl Junction; Ella Marbut, Elizabeth Mitchell and Eugenia Lemmons, all of Joplin.

In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by three brothers Phillip, Pete and Patrick.

Memorial services are planned for Sunday at 3:00 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church. Rev. Brad Graves will officiate. The family will receive friends following the services at the church. Full military honors will be provided at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of Parker Mortuary.

Ivell Boykin

(From Parker Mortuary)

Ivell Boykin, age 84, Joplin, passed away at 7:45 p.m. Monday, January 27, 2014 at Joplin Health and Rehabilitation Center following an illness.

Ivell was born April 21, 1929 in Ringold, Louisiana to the late Sam Weathers and Luzella Ashley Weathers and had lived in Joplin most of her life.

As a homemaker, Ivell was busy raising her family. In her spare time, she enjoyed sewing blankets and quilts and reading poetry. She was a faithful member of Handy Chapel A.M.E., where she served as the Sunday School superintendent. She also led the choir and sang in a quartet. But most of all, her family meant everything to her.

Survivors include three sons, Anthony Weathers and his wife, Lynn, Joplin, Donald Cox, Joplin, Kenny Weathers, Joplin; a daughter, Sharon Jones and her husband, Jerry, Joplin; a sister, Atrice Palmer, Joplin; a niece that was raised as a sister, Lurene Clay, Joplin; 10 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews and other extended family members.

In addition to her parents, Ivell was preceded in death by six sisters; three brothers and a granddaughter, Kendace ‘Sissy’ DeCarlo.

Services are planned for Friday at 10:00 a.m. at Parker Mortuary Chapel. Rev. Willie E. Rogers, Jr. will officiate. Interment will follow at Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jerry Jones, Richard Fowler, Gary Jackson, Dave Jackson, Kevin Jackson and Erwin Palmer.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Stephen Vick

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Stephen Mathew Vick, 20, Fairview, MO, died January 25, 2014 at his home in Fairview. Stephen was born December 4, 1993 in Fairview and was a lifelong area resident. He worked at Pro Tires in Carthage as a tire technician and was an avid hunter and gun collector. Stephen is survived by his parents, Tim and Belle Vick, Fairview; maternal grandmother, Marguerite Turney, Fairview; three brothers, Timothy Vick, Jr.; Josiah Vick and Robert Vick, all of Fairview; three sisters, Sofia Pratt, Whittier, NC; Ruth Anna Vick and Moriah Vick, both of Fairview and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by a brother, Bradford Vick.

Viewing

Friday January 31, 2014, 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM at Clark Funeral Home Granby Chapel

Visitation

Friday January 31, 2014, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Clark Funeral Home Granby Chapel

Chapel Service

Saturday February 1, 2014, 10:00 AM at Clark Funeral Home Granby Chapel

Bonnie Kuhnel

(From Parker Mortuary)

Bonnie J. Kuhnel, age 84, passed away after a long illness, Wednesday, January 29, 2014 in Joplin, Missouri. Bonnie was born to the late Mr. and Mrs. J.D. White in Clever, Missouri on June 02, 1929.

Bonnie married Robert "Ed" Kuhnel on August 3, 1963. They were married for over 50 wonderful years together. He survives of the home.

Bonnie worked for Commerce Bank, retiring after 40 years of service. She was also a member of the St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Springfield, Missouri. Bonnie was also active in the Loma Linda Home Owners Association.

She is survived by her husband, Ed; brother, DeWayne Scott of Springfield, Missouri; six nieces and one nephew.

Other than her parents, Bonnie was proceeded in death by one brother and one sister.

No service have been planned at this time. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary, Joplin, Missouri.

Fred Hively

(From Parker Mortuary)

Winfred J. Hively, age 84, Joplin, formerly of Neosho, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2014 at Mount Vernon Veteran's Home.

Fred was born in Violet Hill, Arkansas to the late Albert Hively and Loyce Cooper Hively. He graduated from Neosho High School in 1947, and then served in the United States Air Force from 1947-1955. He was stationed at Lackland Air Base in Texas, and Hunter Air Base in Savannah, Georgia. He was deployed overseas during the Korean Conflict.

He then received his Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Georgia State University in 1959, He worked for McDonald-Douglas (now Boeing) in St. Louis, Missouri for 27 years before retiring. He returned to Neosho in 1986 to take care of his parents.

Fred enjoyed his family, and spending time with his grandchildren, especially fishing. He also enjoyed the company of his faithful companion Heidi. He and Shirley were active at Forest Park Baptist Church, and he was a member of the Joy Club at the church. He was also a member of the Joplin Elks Lodge #501.

In addition to his parents, Fred was preceded in death by a son, Frederick Hively, and a daughter, Teri Nichols.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley Hively of Joplin; a son, Gary Hively and wife Jean of St. Louis; a daughter, Connie Hively, also of St. Louis; four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Memorial services will be Monday, February 3, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. in Forest Park Baptist Church Chapel with Dr. John Swadley and bob Worley officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Monday.

Inurnment of his ashes will follow at Kenney Memorial Cemetery, near Neosho, Missouri.

Jack Andris Sr.

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Jack W. Andris, Sr., 90, Neosho, died January 28, 2014 at Freeman Neosho ER, following an illness. Mr. Andris was born April 4, 1923 in Cheyenne, OK . He served in the U. S. Army during WW II and moved to the SW Missouri area in 1950. He was a meat cutter for many years, retiring in 1988 and was a cattle farmer. He volunteered in many community organizations and currently was active in the CASA program and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Neosho. Jack and Marketa Ashworth were married in 1943 and she survives of the home. Also surviving are a son, Jack Andris, Jr. and wife, Diane, Neosho; a daughter, Sherry Sweckard and husband, Frank, Springfield; a grandson, Jeremy Sweckard and wife, Stephanie, Frisco, TX; two great granddaughters, Sophia and Scarlett and a sister, Kay Wormington, Jackson, MO. Jack is preceded in death by a sister, Faye Reger and a brother, Joe Andris, Jr.

Memorial Donations

Memorial donations may be made to:
Faithful Friends Animal Advocates, c/o Clark Funeral Home, P.O. Box 66, Neosho, MO. 64850

VIEWING

Thursday January 30, 2014, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM at Clark Chapel of Memories 

GRAVESIDE SERVICES

Friday January 31, 2014, 1:00 PM at Seneca (Ok) Cemetery,

Joe "PaPa Joe" Turner

(From Parker Mortuary)

Joe Ray “PaPa Joe” Turner, age 80 of Joplin, passed away at 4:50 a.m. on Monday, January 27, 2014 at Webb City Health and Rehabilitation Center following a lengthy illness.

Born October 23, 1933 in Joplin, he was the son of the late Joe and Vinita Stephens Turner and lived in the area his lifetime. Joe retired from Eagle-Picher Industries with 27 years of service. He was also an auctioneer for eight years and operated a booth at Joplin Flea Market for several years. He was an avid fisherman and loved spending time trout fishing with his family.

He married Betty Lee Bennett in 1952 in Miami, OK. They later divorced. In 1969 he married Mary Hancock. She preceded him in death.

Survivors include four sons, Ricky Joe Turner and wife Terry of Joplin, Danny Turner of Baxter Springs, KS, Timmy Turner and wife Donna of Walnut Grove, MO, Joe Turner and wife Vicki of Carterville, MO; a daughter, Mardisa Rich and husband Jerry of Joplin; stepdaughter, Mary Johnson and husband Larry of Joplin; two stepsons; his brother, Larry Steven Turner and wife Patricia of Corpus Christi, TX; his sister, Martha Kurtz and husband James of Joplin; 15 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday at Parker Chapel with sons, Tim and Joe Turner officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday at Parker Mortuary. Memorial contributions may be made to Mustang Heritage Foundation at (www.mustangheritagefoundation.org).

Mildred "Honey" Mahan

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Mildred “Honey” Elizabeth Tanner Norris Mahan, age 90, Granby, died Jan. 27, 2014 at her home in Granby, following a long illness. She was born January 17, 1924 in Webb City, Missouri to Charles and Alta Tanner, one of nine children. She had worked as a nurse’s aide for many years at the Neosho Senior Center and was an avid reader, wrote poetry and enjoyed quilting. She was a supporter of the Honey Box Ministries and attended the Granby Miracle Church. Mildred is survived by; two daughters, Jo Gary and husband Larry, Neosho, and Nania Norris, Granby; a son, David Norris and wife Carolyn of Neosho; a sister, Maxine Cargile Granby; seven grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband, Jack Norris in 1973, husband Armond Mahan in 2004 and two grandsons, David Jo Norris and Brian Cox.

VISITATION

Thursday January 30, 2014, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Clark Funeral Home Granby Chapel

FUNERAL SERVICE

Friday January 31, 2014, 1:00 PM at Clark Funeral Home Granby Chapel 

Grace Bachmann

(From Parker Mortuary)

Grace Anne Bachmann, 80, Joplin, went to be with her husband, Kedric, and son, John "Jussi," on Tuesday, January 28, 2014.

Grace was born July 7, 1933, in Vallejo, California, to the late Curtis Beach and Lena Sherman Beach. She lived in Joplin the last 10 years, moving from California.

Grace was a supervising clerk of the juvenile court in Riverside, California, for 25 years, retiring in 1991. She also taught at a Christian school in Riverside for 10 years. Grace was a faithful member of Faith Tabernacle Church, Joplin.

She married Kedric Bachmann on October 25, 1968, in Riverside, California. He preceded her in death on March 31, 2012.

She was also preceded in death by her son, John.

Survivors include two daughters, Anne Brown and her husband, Rich, Joplin; Susan McDonald and her husband, Virgil, Crane, Missouri; two step children, Sarah Kirby and husband, Joseph, Stafford, Virginia, Paul Bachmann and wife, Jennifer, Linthicum Heights, Maryland; her former husband, Lauri Kuoppamaki, Riverside, California; six grandchildren, John Wesley McDonald and wife, Tina, Katie Fulp and husband, Jim, Meghan McDonald, Erik Brown, Brett Brown and fiancee, Amy Owen, Ethan McDonald, Evan McDonald; and three great grandchildren, Keller, Jaxon and Kaelie.

Memorial services are planned for 2 p.m. Saturday at Faith Tabernacle, 820 N. Schifferdecker Ave. Pastor Twyla Johnson will officiate. The family will receive friends following the services at the church.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Paul Miller

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Paul E. Miller, 74, Neosho, died Jan. 27, 2014 at his home, following an ongoing illness. Paul was born Jan. 22, 1940 in Stella, MO, the son of Earl and Alma (Johnson) Miller. He was raised in the southwest Missouri area and had lived in various places in the U.S. before returning to Neosho in 1988. He served in the U.S. Air Force and worked in building material sales. He is survived by his companion, Sylvia Trout, Neosho and two cousins, John Todd, Wichita, KS and Georgia DeEster Duncan Moss, Edmond, OK. Paul is preceded in death by a son, Charles Glen Miller, his parents and a cousin, Charles Todd.

VIEWING

Friday January 31, 2014, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM at Clark Chapel of Memories

FUNERAL SERVICE

Saturday February 1, 2014, 2:00 PM at Clark Chapel of Memories

Howard "Casey" O'Hanrahan

(From Parker Mortuary)

Howard Thomas "Casey" O'Hanahan, age 91, Joplin, formerly of Denver, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2014 at Spring River Christian Village.

Casey was born August 10, 1922 in Denver, Colorado where he grew up and graduated from East High School. He then served his country in the Coast Guard and Navy. He attended boot camp at Port Townsend in Washington before being stationed in Guam.

On September 12, 1953 he married Arvella Grace Sommerfeldt, and they began their family. Casey worked for the Air Force Finance Center, a position he held for 35 years. During that time he also worked for Sears, and at the dog track. He really enjoyed watching the dogs, and his children always looked forward to opening day of each season because they were allowed to go that day. He was known for loving his family, and going above and beyond to meet their needs. He was also known for entertaining the family with his stories.

Survivors include his children, Maureen Simmons, David O'Hanahan and wife Kristen all of Denver, and Mick O'Hanahan and wife Lisa of Carl Junction, Missouri; 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. at the Christian Church of Carl Junction with Pastor Cody Stinnett officiating.

Interment will be Friday, January 31, 2014 at 12:15 p.m. in Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, Colorado with full military honors.

The family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Ninos de Mexico Mission.

Matt Emmert

(From Parker Mortuary)

Michael Mathis (Matt) Emmert age 62 of Joplin, passed away at 9:10 p.m. on Friday, January 24, 2014.

Born January 3, 1952 in Joplin, he was the son of the late Leo Emmert and Ellen Emmert Strater and lived most of his life in Joplin. A 1969 graduate of Memorial High School, he received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Accounting at Missouri Southern State University in December 1976. He served in the 203rdBattalion of the Missouri National Guard from 1970 – 1976 where he was a water purification specialist.

During high school Matt played on the Memorial High School Tennis Team. He won the Ozark Conference Doubles Championship his senior year.

After graduation from college he worked as a Controller for Montgomery Ward & Co, Kansas City, MO. He was a Certified Public Accountant. In April 1979 Matt joined Leggett & Platt, Inc., Carthage, MO where he held various accounting positions and retired after 32 years as Assistant Corporate Controller.

He was a member of First Community Church in Joplin. He previously held the positions of Chairman of the Church Board, Deacon, and currently served on the Finance Committee. He was a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Missouri State Certified Accountant Society, as well as Joplin Elk’s Lodge No. 501.

On December 13, 1974, he married Janet Moult at First Community Church in Joplin. They just celebrated their 39th anniversary. She survives.

Additional survivors include a daughter, Gina Trimble and husband Allen of Joplin; son, Justin Emmert and wife Amelia of Franklin, TN; two brothers, Charles Emmert and wife Judy of Webb City, Terry Emmert and wife Ada of Riverton, KS; his mother-in-law, Jane Wiles Moult of Joplin; two beloved granddaughters, Jenna and Jessica Trimble and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Pat Wallace and Pam “Penny” Jones Bruffet, both of Carthage.

He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 28th at First Community Church, Joplin with Dr. Craig Tally, pastor officiating. A private graveside service will be held prior to the service. The family will receive friends 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday, January 27th at Parker Mortuary.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Community Church of Joplin.

Walter Pfisterer

(From Parker Mortuary)

Walter Joseph Pfisterer, a life-long resident of Joplin, Missouri died at the age of 89 at the Veterans Home in Mt. Vernon, Missouri. Mr. Pfisterer passed away at 10:40 p.m. on Wednesday, January 22, 2014 after a long illness.

Born May 11, 1924 in Joplin, he was the son of the late Walter F. and Margaret Hennessy Pfisterer. Mr. Pfisterer was a US Army veteran of World War II. After the war, he worked in the auto sales industry.

Survivors include his brother, Robert Pfisterer of Niantic, CT, his nieces, Laura Minatti of Guilford, CT, Margaret (Peg) Roberts of Marietta, GA and a nephew David M. Pfisterer of Mystic, CT.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at Parker Mortuary. Interment will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors Project in care of the mortuary.

Roy Deem

(From Parker Mortuary)

Roy J. Deem, age 73 of Joplin, passed away at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 23, 2014 at Landmark Hospital.

Born January 21, 1941 in Joplin, he was the son of the late Roy S. Deem and Mary Pauline Johnson Deem West and lived in Joplin and Carl Junction his lifetime. A 1958 graduate of Joplin High School, he received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Kansas University in 1962, where he was a member of Delta Chi Fraternity. He served in the U.S. Army and Missouri National Guard in the Finance Department achieving the rank of Captain.

Following his discharge from the service he worked for Empire District. In 1968 he and his wife opened Deem’s Grocery on Main Street in Carl Junction and in 1970 moved to its Pennell Street location. They owned and operated the grocery until 1984 and reopened it from 2003-2009. Since 1984 he was a Real Estate agent and broker working for Century 21, Pro 100 and Keller-Williams.

Roy was a former member of Joplin Jaycees, Rotary Club of Webb City and Carl Junction, Carl Junction Lions Club and Joplin Elk’s Lodge No. 501. He was a 15-year board member for Carl Junction Schools and served a term as President. He coached and served on the board of Carl Junction Youth Athletics, was a board member of Carl Junction Athletics Booster Club and served on the Steering Committee for MSSU Lionbackers. He was a member of the Carl Junction Chamber of Commerce.

On October 27, 1964 he married Susan O. Stanley in Joplin. She survives.

Additional survivors include three sons, Clay Deem of Carl Junction, Chris Deem and wife Rachel of Carl Junction, Brian Deem and wife Marilyn of Tallahassee, FL; a sister, Nancy Wise and her husband Ken of San Benito, TX; 15 grandchildren, Heather Thomas, Shonda Elick, Megan Johnson, Cortni, Chance, Logan, Alyssa, Bailey, Jordan, Hunter, Camryn, Riley, Noah Micah and Caleb Deem; two great-grandchildren, Cohen Elick and Beckham August.

In addition to his parents, Roy was preceded in death by his stepfather, Charles Cecil West and a brother, Charles Roger West.

Memorial services will be held 6:00 p.m. Wednesday at Jerry B. Stark Performing Arts Center at Carl Junction School with Rev. Bob Simon, Jeremy Evans and Jock Evans officiating. The family will receive friends in the school’s Commons Area following the service.

Graveside services with military honors will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at Carl Junction Cemetery with Bob Hackney, Skip Walker, Tré Hall, Troy Ketchum, Curtis Ware and Mike Wardlow serving as pallbearers. Memorial contributions may be made to MSSU Lionbackers or Carl Junction Educational Foundation.

Patricia Paden

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Patricia Paden, 90, Stark City, MO, died Jan. 22, 2014 at Granby House, following an illness.

 Patricia was born Aug. 20, 1923 in Princeville, IL and spent her early childhood in Wyoming and later in Northern Missouri Methodist Church. She taught school for a few years, but when the country entered into war, Pat felt the call to service. She joined the Navy and served in Seattle, Washington, caring for soldiers and their families. Taking advantage of the GI Bill, Pat earned her teaching degree at the University of Missouri. While there, she met and married Charles Paden on May 24, 1949 and together they had four children. She continued her education at the University of Northern Colorado, receiving a Masters Degree in Education. Pat worked as a teacher in many places, but her favorite was at the Carter Nursery School in Needham, MA. This nursery school was also the home of her church, the Carter Memorial Methodist Church. A lifelong Methodist, Pat attended Carter Church and other Methodist Churches and was currently a member of the Granby United Methodist Church.

 Pat is survived by her husband, Charles of the home, daughters, Carolyn of Alexandria, VA; Alice Via of New Holland, PA; two sons, Steven of Newtonia and Stan of St. Louis and a granddaughter, Noelle Via-Borda, Brooklyn, NY; siblings, Amy King, Lexington, KY and James Patterson, Rapid City, SD.

MEMORIAL SERVICE

Wednesday January 29, 2014, 10:30 AM at Granby United Methodist Church

Mary Catherine Martin

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Mary Catherine Martin, 92, Diamond, died Jan. 24, 2014 at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin.

 Mary was born June 17, 1921 in Diamond, MO and was a lifelong area resident. Mary Catherine loved being with her family and lived life to its fullest, as a teacher and elementary principal, she touched many lives. She earned a BS and MS degree from Pittsburg State and was with the Diamond School System for 32 years, retiring as principal at Diamond Elementary. She was a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Sorority; Diamond BPW; Spring River Christian Village Auxiliary; BFS Bible Study Group and the Diamond Christian Church. She loved being with her family and children.

 Mary Catherine and Ray Martin were married on Dec. 25, 1945 at Joplin and he preceded her in death on Feb. 11, 2010. She is survived by five children, Linda Rae Martin, Diamond; Mary Jane Stevens and husband, John W., Carthage; Rebecca Kay Martin, Diamond; Jamie Martin, Diamond and David Martin and wife, Shara, Aurora. A lso surviving are grandchildren, Mary Ellen Vahle and husband, Barrett, Lee’s Summit, MO; Amanda Beth Gilliam and husband, Chris, Neosho; Katie Raynea Holland and husband, Brandon, Webb City; Whitney Ann Stevens, Lee’s Summit; Kimmie Jo Cash and husband, Jared, Claremore, OK; Kelsey Leanne and Elizabeth Anne Martin, Aurora; great grandchildren, Hunter, Abby, Taylor, Andrea and Ava Gilliam; Sadie and Benton Vahle, Bratie Holland and Rylie and Aaliyah Cash. In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by a daughter, Sarah A. Brown and three brothers, Wendell, Carl and Paul Douthitt.

VISITATION WILL BE AT 9:30 AM UNTIL SERVICE TIME AT THE CHURCH

Monday January 27, 2014 at Diamond Christian Church

A CELEBRATION OF LIFE SERVICE

Monday January 27, 2014, 10:30 AM at Diamond Christian Church

Wayne Skelton

(From Parker Mortuary)

Ivan Wayne Skelton, age 55, Joplin, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at home after a sudden illness.

Wayne was born February 13, 1958 in Joplin, son of the late Ivan James Skelton and Mary Irene Thomas Skelton. He attended Parkwood High School, and worked in home construction in the Joplin area most of his adult life.

In addition to his parents, Wayne was preceded in death by a wife, Betty Johnson Morris; and a brother, Larry Skelton.

Survivors include a son, Donnie Skelton and Skye of Joplin; step-children, Randall Morris of Joplin, Renee Morris Wheeler and husband Shawn of Webb City, and Steven Morris and Kenna of Everton, Missouri; a brother, Gary Skelton and Karen of Joplin; grandchildren, Samantha, Christian, Seth, Taylor, Emily, Payton, Hannah, Isaac, Mason, and Noah; great-grandchild, Raeleigh.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary. Inurnment of his ashes will occur at a later date in Fairview Cemetery.

Cathleen Kyler

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Cathleen Suzanne Kyler, 60, Neosho, died Jan. 22, 2014 at her home in Neosho,
following a sudden illness.

Cathleen was born Nov. 29, 1953 in Monett, MO, the daughter of William ‘Bill’ and Frances (Cline) Daugherty. She graduated from Parkwood High School in Joplin in 1972 and then attended MSSU and moved to Neosho in 1993 from Joplin. She had been employed at Southwestern Bell Telephone as an operator and currently worked for Empire District Electric as a customer service representative. Cathleen enjoyed embroidery, photography and loved being with her children and grandchildren. She was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Neosho.

Cathleen and Douglas Kyler were married on April 29, 1988 at Joplin and he survives. Other survivors include four children, Thomas Jarrett, Neosho; Christopher Jarrett, Neosho; Stephanie Kinsch and husband, Shawn, Baxter Springs, KS and Arica Robinson and husband, Kevin, Spring Hill, TN; nine grandchildren, Conner Jarrett, Addison Jarrett, Courtney Jarrett, Nicholas Kinsch, Ember Kinsch, Finley Robinson, Grayson Robinson, Silas Robinson and Kyler Robinson and five siblings, Patricia Daugherty, Joplin; Michael Daugherty and wife, Charlesea, Joplin; Bill Daugherty and wife, Paulette, Neosho; Sharee Woods and husband, Pat, Aurora and Shawn Daugherty, Joplin, as well as many nieces, nephews and a large extended family and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents.

SERVICES
Viewing
Friday January 24, 2014, Noon - 7:00 PM at Clark Chapel of Memories

 
Visitation
Friday January 24, 2014, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Clark Chapel of Memories

Chapel Service
Saturday January 25, 2014, 10:00 AM at Clark Chapel of Memories
Interment: Oakwood Cemetery

Lois "Borland" Langevin

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Lois “Borland” Langevin, 80, passed away January 21, 2014 in Carthage, Missouri.

 Lois was born March 25, 1933 in Butler, Missouri to Virgil and Connie “Chitwood” Borland. Lois was a longtime Carthage resident. She worked at State Employee Starting in 1951 and then at Flex-O-Lators for over 40 years. Lois was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Carthage.

 Lois was united in marriage to Maurice Langevin June 24, 1956 in Jay, Oklahoma he preceded her in death. Lois is survived by one sister Nadine Smith of Joplin, four brothers Lawerence Borland of Carthage, Glen Borland and wife Barbara of Carthage and Joe Borland and wife Melva of Carthage and Gary Borland and wife Pam of Carthage. Numerous nieces and nephews. Lois is preceded by her parents, her husband Maurice Langevin and one brother Vance Borland. 

Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday January 27, 2014 at Park Cemetery Carthage, MO. Visitation will be held prior to the Graveside service at 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Ulmer Funeral Home. Burial will be at Park cemetery. Contributions can be made to the Over 60 center of Carthage in care of Ulmer Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.ulmerfh.com.

 Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.

Russell Smith

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Russell Wayne Smith, 74, Cassville, MO, died Jan. 21, 2014 at Cox South Hospital, Springfield, following a short illness. Russell was born April 25, 1934 in Neosho and lived most of his life in the SW Missouri area. He served in the U.S. Army and worked at Farmer’s Chemical in Joplin. He was an avid builder, fisherman, hunter and gardener; a member of the 203rd Houndogs Retirees Association and a member of Southside Baptist Church in Joplin.

 Russell and Susan Spawr were married on April 15, 1966 in Joplin and she survives. Additional survivors include four children, Karissa Galardo and husband, James, Cassville; Russell Smith, Longview; Robert Smith and wife, Karen, Squires, MO and DeAnna Brown and husband, James, Longview; two brothers, Rodger Smith and wife, Kathy, Webb City and Johnny Mack Smith, Joplin; four sisters, Jeanie Benge and husband, Bobby, Jeffersonville, IN; Janet Kay Kaman, Carthage; Joannas Boots and husband, Jim, Carterville and Valerie Martin, Joplin; 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

VIEWING
Friday January 24, 2014, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM at Clark Chapel of Memories

VISITATION WILL BE PRIOR TO THE GRAVESIDE SERVICE FROM 11:30 AM TO 12:30 PM
Saturday January 25, 2014 at Clark Chapel of Memories

GRAVESIDE SERVICES

Saturday January 25, 2014, 1:00 PM at Oakwood Cemetery
With full Military Honors

Virgie Drake

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Virgie M. Drake, age 88, of Carterville, Mo. passed away at 2:35 p.m. Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at her home following a five month illness. Virgie was born November 14, 1925 in Clearwater Kansas, the daughter of Ernice and Flora Cheek. She had lived in the Joplin area most of her life. She was a Homemaker. Virgie was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Webb City Congregation.

Virgie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Darrell D. Drake, two sons, Leroy and Keith Drake, a sister, Dorothy Drew, and a brother, Homer Cheek. Survivors include a son, Dean Drake and wife Pam, Kearney, Mo., two brothers, Harold Cheek and wife Glennis, Nowata, Okla. and Howard Cheek, Webb City, Mo. a sister in law, Clara Cheek, Carterville, Mo., five grandchildren, and six great grandchildren.

Services will be at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, January 23, 2014 at the Mason-Woodard Chapel in Joplin with Steve Lichtenauer officiating. Burial will follow at the Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mason-Woodard Mortuary of Joplin, Mo.

Marie Lea

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Marie R. Lea, age 95 of Duenweg, Mo. passed away early Tuesday, January 21, 2014, at Lacoba Homes in Monett, following an illness.

Marie was born on October 2, 1918, in Tar River, Ok., the daughter of George and Elsie (Hitt) Ball. She has been an area resident for most her life, where she spent her days as a homemaker, loving and caring for her family. Marie was also a Sunday School Teacher at Duenweg Baptist Church for over 60 years.

She married Willard Lea on July 7, 1938, he preceded her in death on February 26, 1985. Marie is survived by her son; Glenn Lea of Joplin, Mo., a sister; Mildred Keith of Goodman, Mo., 3 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 24, 2014 at Duenweg Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Diamond Cemetery. The family will receive friends during a time of visitation from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday evening.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made out to Duenweg Baptist Church in care of the funeral home.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory.

Nola Rusk

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Nola Jean Rusk, age 78, formerly or Webb City passed away at 6:05 p.m. at the Siloam Springs Nursing and Rehab in Siloam Springs, Arkansas.

 Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday at the Mason-Woodard Chapel with Pastor Larry Cansler officiating. Burial will follow at the Weaver Cemetery, north of Oronogo, Mo. The family will receive friends from 6-7 p.m. Monday at the Mortuary.

 Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mason-Woodard Mortuary of Joplin, Mo.

Mary Logan

(From Parker Mortuary)

Mary Louise "Juju/Honey" Logan, age 85 of San Diego, Ca., went home to be with the Lord at 12:48 Saturday, January 11, 2014.

Mary Louise Logan was born February 23, 1928 in Joplin, Mo., daughter of the late Loranzo William "Harvey" Fowler and Almeda Louis Fowler. She graduated from, Lincoln High School and then moved to California, where she married Charles Boyd. She worked several jobs as a caretaker and was the Activity Director at The Neighborhood House Senior citizen program. She later married Julius Logan, and was a member of the N.A.A.C.P. San Diego Chapter. Mary was involved in church activities, and the Missionary Society at Logan Temple A.M.E., which she loved very much. She enjoyed family, friends and helping others.

Mary is survived by: two brothers, Sol Fowler of Joplin, and Alfred Fowler of Victorville, California; nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews; great-grand nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be Friday, January 24, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. in Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery with Pastor Charles Melson officiating. Family will serve as pallbearers.

Local arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Gary Prier

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Gary L. Prier age 80, Joplin, Mo. passed away Sunday January 19, 2014 following an illness.

He was born April 9, 1933 in Granby, Mo. to Floyd and Esther (Hobson) Prier.

Gary has been an area resident for over 30 years. He retired from the United States Air Force in May 1975, after serving in Germany, England, Turkey, and North America. He attended St. Peters Catholic Church and was a member of Joplin Elks #501, The Fraternal Order of Eagles #2410, and the American Legion.

He is survived by 2 sons: Gregory Prier, Honolulu, HI., Maxwell Prier, Anchorage, AK., 2 daughters; Cynthia Prier, Goose Creek, SC., Deborah Ashworth, Lacomb, LA., 2 sisters; Sandra Dean, Joplin, MO., Helen Chester, Joplin, MO., 4 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, and a sister in law, Shirley Prier.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd Prier and Esther (Prier) Haley and 4 brothers; Dennis, Norman, Larry and Nelson.

Memorial services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday January 27, 2014 at the Mason-Woodard Mortuary chapel with Fr. Justin Monaghan officiating.

In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions to the Seneca House in care of the mortuary.

Robert Pilgrim

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Robert D. Pilgrim, age 78 of Joplin, Missouri passed away on Saturday January 18, 2014 at his home, finishing his final journey to heaven.

He was born on September 25, 1935 in Joplin the son of Joe and Irene Regan. James worked as a Mechanic and was very good at his job.

 He married Liz Ware on September 12, 1971 in Joplin. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife Liz, five children and many grand and great grandchildren. 

Service will be held at 2:00 pm Friday January 24, 2014 at the Mason-Woodard Mortuary with Rev Bob Simon officiating. Burial will follow at the Hornet Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 7:00 to 8:00 pm Thursday January 23, 2014 at the Mason-Woodard Mortuary.

 The family request contributions to the Robert Pilgrim Memorial Fund in Care of the Mason-Woodard Mortuary.

Norma Morris

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Norma L. Morris, 78, passed January 20, 2014 at Carthage Health and Rehab.

Norma was born in Seligman, Missouri February 2, 1935 to Marshall and Oma “Chastain” Morris. Norma was a lifetime Carthage resident. She was employed by Big Smith for 22 years and a CMT at St. Luke's for 18 years.

 Norma is survived by several nieces and nephews. Norma is preceded by her parents, one brother Melvin A. Morris in 2001 and two sisters Iva Crank in 1980 and Letha Ogden in 2004.

 Services will be 3:00 p.m. Thursday January 23, 2014 at Ulmer Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday January 22, 2014 at the Ulmer Funeral Home. Burial will be at Miller Memorial Gardens, Miller Missouri. Online condolences can be made to www.ulmerfh.com. Contributions can be made to the Disabled American Veterans in care of Ulmer Funeral Home.

 Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.

Lenora Kinch

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Lenora Bomstad Kinch was born in Kenmare, North Dakota in 1947 and joined her Lord December 28th, 2013 in Neosho at age 66. She was a Neosho resident for over 25 years.

 
Lenora graduated from Ranum High School in Denver, Colorado before moving to Texas where she attended Cisco Junior College. She worked in El Paso and Fort Worth, Texas as a bank receptionist and retired from Riverside State Bank in 1984. She was a sweet and gentle spirit who always enjoyed serving her bank customers and was a friend and benefactor to every animal she encountered. 

She is survived by her mother Eleanor Daves of Neosho and sister Debbie Canady of Neosho, brother Lonnie and wife Patsy Bomstad of Seneca, sister Karen and husband Bud Cloud of Palo Pinto, TX, brother Larry and wife Susan Sitler of Claremore, Okla., nephews Blake Bomstad of Neosho and Sean Cooper of Arkansas.

The family will have a memorial service at a later date.

Kathrin Elmborg

(From Parker Mortuary)

Kathrin Ternstrom Elmborg, Joplin, Missouri

I died January 19, 2014

"Life is not meant to be a journey to the grave in a well preserved body, but, rather to skid in broadside and loudly proclaim 'What a ride!".

Survivors: Sister, Sara Hulquist (Sally). Granddaughters, Carey Prater and husband Tim, and Kathrin (Katie) Belcher and husband T.J.; great grandchildren, Alexi and Reese Prater, Taylor Yates and Eric and Finley Belcher. Nephews, Larry and Tim Hulquist and Steve Sindoni. Nieces, Karen Baxter and Christine Sindoni. Sister-in-law, Winifred Elmborg. Daughters-in-law, Carolyn Elmborg and Janet Schaffner.

A celebration of my life will be at the Peace Lutheran Church on Thursday, January 23, 2014 at 11:00 AM.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary, Joplin, Missouri.

Terry Thompson

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Terry Ann Thompson, 58, Neosho, died January 17, 2014 at Tulsa, OK, following an illness. Terry was born April 22, 1955 in Newton County, MO, the daughter of George D. and Hope L. (Hamblin) Patterson. She lived most of her life in Neosho and was a USDA Inspector, working at Rembrandt. She enjoyed gardening, NASCAR and going to the rifle range. Terry married Charles Thompson on January 1, 1993 at Joplin, Missouri and he survives of the home. She is also survived by a brother, Danny Patterson, Granby; a sister, Connie Rickman, Granby;
nephew, Chris Ward; niece, Shelly Hudson; sister in law and brother in law, Phyllis and Jerry McBride, Neosho; best friends, Georgia Larey and husband, Bill and Jayme Musser all of Neosho and numerous other nieces and nephews.

Viewing 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Wednesday, January 22, 2014 Clark Chapel of Memories 312 S. Wood St. Neosho, Mo 64850

Visitation 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Wednesday, January 22, 2014 Clark Chapel of Memories 312 S. Wood St. Neosho, Mo 64850

Funeral Service 1:00 PM, Thursday, January 23, 2014 Clark Chapel of Memories 312 S. Wood St. Neosho, Mo 64850

Nancy Smith

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Nancy Suellen Smith, 40, Neosho, passed away Jan. 20, 2014 at Freeman Hospital in Neosho.
Nancy was born Nov. 6, 1973 in Stella, MO. the daughter of Leslie and Mackey Harrison. She is survived by her husband Andy Smith, of the home, and both parents of Neosho, as well as a host of loving Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and Friends. Nancy was preceded in death by an infant brother in 1970. 

She was a devoted wife, most loving daughter and a devout Christian. 

Although Nancy was born disabled, she enjoyed life to the fullest extent that she was able. Her courage and spirit inspired many people. She especially enjoyed visits to the library and long excursions along the streets and sidewalks of downtown Neosho visiting with everyone she met. She volunteered at the Senior Center where she was known as “Sunshine” for her smiling, happy nature. She was a longtime volunteer at George Washington Carver National Monument. At home Nancy liked to play video games and watch her favorite television programs including the Little House on the Prairie, The Andy Griffith Show and the Food Channel. She was a longtime member of the Church of Hope where she enjoyed singing Gospel songs.

Visitation 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM, Wednesday, January 22, 2014 Clark Chapel of Memories 312 S. Wood St. Neosho, Mo 64850

Chapel Service 10:00 AM, Thursday, January 23, 2014 Clark Chapel of Memories 312 S. Wood St. Neosho, Mo 64850

Cecilia Kinder

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Cecilia Ann Kinder, 64, passed away January 20, 2014 at her home in Carthage, Missouri.

Cecilia was born December 29, 1949 in Webb City, Missouri to Glenn and Marjorie “Poole” Mayes. Cecilia was a lifetime area resident. She retired from U.S. Bank and was a member of the Fairview Christian Church.

 Cecilia was united in marriage to Kerry Kinder September 24, 1989 he survives. Cecilia is survived by two daughters Jessica Kick of Carthage, Kathy VanWey and husband Steve of Carthage, two sons Joe Brown and Camie Neal of Carthage and James Kinder and wife Amber of Carthage. Eight grandchildren Cole, Avery, Karlee, Clay, Carson, Malari, Kyra, Cooper. One brother George Mayes and wife Linda of Webb City. Numerous nieces and nephews. Cecilia is preceded by her parents and one sister Cindy Sloniker. 

Memorial services will be held 6:00 p.m. Thursday January 23, 2014 at the Fairview Christian Church of Carthage. Contributions can be made to the Carthage Salvation Army in care of Ulmer Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at www.ulmerfh.com.

 Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.

Janine Moses

(From Parker Mortuary)

Carol 'Janine' Harpool Moses, age 52 of Joplin, Missouri, passed away January 17, 2014 following a hard fought battle with cancer.

Janine was born January 17, 1962 to Carolle Cope Harpool and the late Daniel Harpool in Joplin, Missouri. She has lived in and out of Joplin her entire life.

Janine worked at Faucet Greenhouse in Neosho, Missouri. She was an avid softball player and had a passion for all sorts of animals but especially a love for horses and chickens.

She married Donald 'Tony' Moses on September 15, 1992 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Also surviving, daughter, Darcy Moses of the home; step-daughter, Jennifer Moses-Carpenter, Colorado; mother, Carolle Harpool, Joplin, MO; sister, Dana E. Farrar, Goodman, MO; brother, Jeff Harpool, Webb City, MO; as well as many extended family members who cherished and loved Janine. She is preceded in death by her father and one brother, Douglas C. Harpool.

Memorial services will be held at Parker Mortuary at a later date.

Cremation arrangements are in the care of Parker Mortuary, Joplin, Missouri.

Robert Nordberg

(From Parker Mortuary)

Robert Neely Nordberg, age 86 of Joplin, passed away at 9:49 a.m. on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at Mercy Hospital in Joplin.

Born October 14, 1927 in Carthage, he was the son of the late Karl and Lora Ellen Neely Nordberg and lived in the Joplin area much of his lifetime as well as St. Louis and Florissant. He had one brother, Syd Nordberg, who also preceded him in death. A 1945 graduate of Joplin High School, he served in the U.S. Army and was a veteran of World War II. Bob attended Washington University in St. Louis until leaving due to his parent’s illness. He worked as both a chemist and an inspector. He was employed at Bruce Williams Laboratory, Eagle-Picher Industries and the Jasper County Highway Department. He also worked as a park ranger for the City of Florissant. He belonged to the American Legion and was a 50-year member of Joplin Elk’s Lodge No. 501. Bob served many years as chairman of the Missouri Elks bowling tournament, as well as a bingo committee leader in both Joplin and Florissant.

Bob was reunited with his high school sweetheart Billie Marie Moss Gardner in 1992 while in Florissant on an Elks bowling league planning trip; and they were married on October 16, 1993 in Florissant. She preceded him in death June 23, 2002.

Survivors include stepchildren, Vicki Park and husband Dean of St. Louis, MO, Keith N. Gardner and wife Kay of Las Vegas, NV, Christopher L. Gardner of St. Ann, MO, Brian C. Gardner and wife JoAnn of St. Charles, MO, Lynn White of Joplin, MO, Carol Dutton of Carl Junction, Mo and Mark Perry; 16 step grandchildren, and 8 step great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at Parker Mortuary Chapel with Rev. Bob Simon officiating. Interment with military rites will follow at Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery with Dave White, Dean Park, Chris Kallaos serving as pallbearers.

Charles Greninger

(From Parker Mortuary)

Charles David Greninger, age 76 of Joplin, passed away Friday, January 17, 2014 at Silver Creek Assisted Living Center.

Born March 29, 1937 in Joplin, he was the son of the late William Al Greninger and Ethel Reisch Greninger and lived in Joplin his lifetime. He worked many years for the former Waterman’s Florist and then 20 years as a custodian for Missouri Southern State University. He served in the peacetime U.S. Army.

Survivors include four siblings, Eleanor Proctor of Kansas City, MO, John Greninger and his wife Kathy of Jacksonville, FL, Cora (Tillie) Taylor of Las Vegas, NV, Harry Greninger of Joplin; many nieces and nephews.

Five siblings preceded him in death, Bill, Margaret, Helen, Laurann (Dolly) and an infant sister, Nancy.

Memorial services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. at Parker Chapel with Rev. Kevin Melton officiating. Private interment will be in Fairview Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Ethel A. Greninger Scholarship at Missouri Southern Foundation in care of Parker Mortuary, 1502 S. Joplin Ave., Joplin MO 64804. Scholarships will be awarded to a deserving Joplin High School student attending M.S.S.U.

Joann Tichota

(From Parker Mortuary)

Joann C. Tichota, age 77, of Joplin, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully at 9:38 a.m. on Friday, January 17, 2014 at Freeman West Hospital.

Born April 17, 1936 in Cuming County Nebraska, she graduated from Wisner High School. Joann had lived in Omaha, NE, Lima, OH and in 1961, moved to Joplin. She was a homemaker and office manager for Hertz Corporation. She was a member of St. Philip’s Episcopal Church since 1961. Joann enjoyed baking and visited her friends with her baked delights. Loved by all of her friends, she enjoyed playing bridge, cards and had fun playing board games with her grandchildren.

On November 26, 1953, she married Lambert W. “Joe” Tichota at Fremont, NE. He survives.

Additional survivors include a daughter, Terry J. Tichota of Las Vegas, NV; a son, Jon J. Tichota and his wife Jennifer of Skokie, IL; two grandchildren, Juliana and Lukas Tichota, both of Skokie; a brother, Ottlin Wegner and wife Maxine of Red Oak, TX; many extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, August and Ruth Kowitzsky Wegner; a son, Joel R. Tichota of Chicago, IL and a daughter, Julie A. Tichota of Joplin.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Monday at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church with Rev. Frank Sierra officiating. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ozarks Food Harvest, a food bank for struggling families.

Rev. Emery "Mac" McReynolds

(From Simpson Funeral Home)

Reverend Emery J. (Mac) McReynolds age 61 of Grove, Oklahoma passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2014 in Grand Lake Villa.

 He was born on February 28, 1952 in Neosho, Missouri to James L. McReynolds and Gay Landon McReynolds. Mac was a United States Air Force Veteran. He was a member of the I.A.M. Union. Mac was a member of the First Assembly of God Church in Grove, Oklahoma and a member of the Hands with Prayer Motorcycle Ministries. He was a 1970 Webb City High School graduate.

 He married Carolyn Sue Jones McReynolds on September 13, 1991 in Miami, Oklahoma and she survives of the home. Mac is also survived by his mother, Gay McReynolds of Webb City; son, Michael J. Wheatman of Catoosa, Oklahoma; step-sons, David Powell of Springfield, Joseph Powell of Grove, and Michael Powell of Fayetteville; sisters, Carolyn McGinnis of Neosho, Denise Eichelberger and husband Terry of Webb City, Sheryl Sarrgent of Webb City, and Betsy Phillips and husband Bob of Joplin; good friend, Richard Bentley of Webb City; 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Mac was preceded in death by his father, and a brother-in-law, Everett McGinnis.

 Graveside services with full military rites will be held on Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at 10:00 AM at the Oronogo Cemetery with Pastor Tony Wisdom officiating. A memorial visitation will be held on Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Simpson Funeral Home in Webb City. In lieu of normal floral remembrances the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Good Sheppard Hospice in his memory.

Kimberly Butler

(From Parker Mortuary)

Kimberly Dawn English Butler, age 48 of Webb City, went to be with God and her family in Heaven at 4:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 16, 2014 at Freeman West Hospital following a courageous battle with cancer.

Born July 17, 1965 in Joplin, she was a 1983 graduate of Memorial High School and a lifelong Joplin area resident. She served as a Unit Secretary for Freeman Hospital for 22 years and previously worked for Montgomery Ward. She was a member of Carterville Christian Church.

Her father, Bennie English, preceded her in death.

Survivors include her husband, Brad B. Butler; a son, Brett D. Butler of the home; her mother, Donna English of Joplin; her sister, Candi McClanahan and husband Patrick of St. Louis; five nieces and nephews, Kristin, Connor and Chase McClanahan and Stephen and Jonathan Butler.

Kim’s Memorial Service will be held at Parker Mortuary on Sunday at 5:30 and visitation to be held directly after the service. Please share your favortie memories of “Kimmie” on Parker Mortuary’s website at parkermortuary.com

Betty Link

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Betty Jo Link, age 83 of Joplin, Mo., passed away Friday, January 10th, 2014 at National Health Care following an illness.

Betty was born on October 28, 1930 in McDonald County, Mo., the daughter of Elmer and Letha (Murphy) Cooper. She has been an area resident for the majority of her life, where she was a homemaker and spent her days loving and caring for her family. She also worked as a sales clerk for Wal-Mart for a little more than 12 years. Betty was a member of the Full Gospel Church in Joplin. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, canning and freezing fruits and vegetables from her garden.

She married John L. Link on June 23, 1951; he preceded her in death on December 8, 2008. Betty is survived by one son; Barry Link and his wife Kay of Stella, Mo., one daughter; Avis Clark and her husband Dan of Joplin, four grandchildren; Alecia, Holly, Ryan and Megan, and four great-grandchildren.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at the Mason-Woodard Chapel, Gene Bebee, Minister, will officiate. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery near Stella, Mo. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday evening.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory.

Robert Morgan

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Robert LeRoy Morgan (Roy), 88, passed away January 14, 2014. He was born October 15, 1925 in Joplin, Mo, a son of the late George A. and Edna M. Morgan.

He graduated from Joplin High School in 1944. He entered the Air Force for pilot training during World War II. Roy married Mary Virginia Dugan on August 9, 1946 in Joplin, Mo. Four children were born to that union.

Roy and his wife owned and operated Morgan’s Grocery, a neighborhood store, on West Second Street for 29 years. After his wife’s passing in 1974, he worked for Joplin Janitorial Supply as a salesman for 8 years. The last 5 years of his working career were in sales with Hiltz Janitorial Supply. After his retirement, he helped his brother J.W., in Morgan’s Pawn Shop for several years.

Roy’s hobbies were fishing, square dancing, and bridge. In his younger years he was a numismatic and enjoyed investing with his brother J.W. His friendly smile and warm personality won him many friends. He enjoyed learning; taking a computer class and jewelry making class at age 70. He also enjoyed sharing his knowledge with others, teaching several of his friends to play bridge and traveling to bridge tournaments in the area.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Virginia Morgan (wife), Lewis Morgan and James W. Morgan (brothers), and Francie Stauffer (daughter).

Roy is survived by two daughters, Carol Potter, (husband, Don), Joplin, Mo., Cindy Owens, (husband Doug), North Carolina, and son, John Morgan, Missouri. Additional survivors include Sam Stauffer (son-in-law), Mildred Morgan (sister-in-law) and Francis Morgan (foster brother) wife Martha, nine grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren.

The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to Oxford Hospice and Visiting Angels for their compassionate care.

Memorial Services will be at Mason-Woodard Mortuary on Sunday, January 19, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with pastor Sam Stauffer officiating.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Oxford Hospice or Visiting Angels in care of Mason-Woodard Mortuary.

Arrangements are under the direction of Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory.

Helen Haynes

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Helen Leah Haynes, 93, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2014 at the Neighborhoods by Tiger Place in Columbia, Mo.

Helen was born November 4, 1920 in Stella, Mo to Holcie and Cona (Long) Carter. She attended Stella schools, was married to William “Red” Haynes, September 18, 1937 and he preceded her in death, February 5, 1992. Helen was an active homemaker, a librarian in Poplar Bluff and Jefferson City and an avid gardener who loved flowers. She is survived by her children, Patsy (Wilson) Eastburn of Joplin, Mo. and Mike (Cheryl) Haynes of Columbia, M; grandsons Greg Eastburn, Joplin; granddaughter Carole Eastburn, Katy, TX, great-grandson, Carson Eastburn, Carl Jct., Mo., a great-granddaughter, Ariel Eastburn, Carl Jct., Mo.; a great-great grandson, Aven Eastburn, Carl Jct., Mo.; step-grandchildren Marc and Matt Lewis, Columbia and Suzy (Jeff) Peel, Scottsdale, AZ; step great-grandsons Carter and Zachary Peel, Scottsdale; a brother in-law and sisters-in law as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, “Red” Haynes, a sister Vera Johnson, a brother Junior Carter, and several members of her and Red’s families. The family wants to thank The Neighborhoods by Tiger Place for the loving and special care they gave Helen during her final years. They provided tremendous dignity, grace, and respectful care for her at all times.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 18, 2014 at Prosperity Baptist Church, Rocky Comfort, MO followed by a time of fellowship at the church. Reverend Kyle Beverlin will officiate.

The family requests no flowers. Memorial contributions be made in honor of Helen to the Alzheimer’s Association in care of the mortuary. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.masonwoodard.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory.

Walter Faulkner

(From Parker Mortuary)

Walter Jefferson Faulkner, age 89, Joplin, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at his home.

Walter was born December 13, 1924 in Fayetteville, Arkansas, son of the late James Westley Faulkner and Evay Jordan Faulkner. He moved to Joplin as a child, and attended school in Joplin before serving in the United States Army during World War II. He returned to Joplin and worked for Eagle Picher for a number of years before joining Faubian Tank and Tower in Carthage as a welder which he did for over 25 years.

In addition to his parents, Walter was preceded in death by his first wife,. Phyllis Joann Parker Faulkner who died in 1974; he then married Katherine J. Clevenger, she passed away in 2002; he was also preceded by a son, Walter Samuel Faulkner.

Survivors include his daughter, Janice M. Rosko and husband Bob of Bartlesville, Oklahoma; brother, Jim Faulkner and wife Cheryl also of Bartlesville; two grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; and two nieces.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary. Private services will be held at a later date.

Norman Drake

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Norman E. Drake, 78, Neosho, died January 15, 2014 at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, following a sudden illness.

 Norman was born Sept. 11, 1935 in Goodman, MO and was a lifelong area resident. He graduated from Neosho High School where he was active in FFA. He was a crop and cattle farmer and had baled hay all across the Newton County area. Norman was a former school board member of Westview School; he had served as President of the Spring River Pulling Association, which raised funds for scholarships for high school seniors to attend Crowder College. He was a follower of Jesus Christ and a member of Bethany Baptist Church, where he had served as Sunday School Superintendent and taught Senior Adult Men’s Sunday School Class.

 Norman and Margie Hoover were married on December 25, 1955 at Neosho and she survives of the home. Other survivors include three children, Roger Drake, Neosho; Randy Drake and wife, Jenny Sue, Neosho and Dee Anne Allen and husband, Dave, Seneca; five grandchildren, Melissa Abercrombie, Rick Allen, Reeta Taylor, Elizabeth Drake and Alan Drake; four great grandchildren, Brianna, Morissalynn, and Jordan Allen and Ashlyn Taylor; two brothers, Max Drake and wife, Sandy, Neosho and Don Drake and wife, Beth, Seneca. He is preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Reeta (Christerson) Drake; a sister, Reeta Marie Drake and a brother, Ernest Junior Drake.

Memorial donations may be made to:
Spring River Pulling Association Scholarship Fund, c/o Clark Funeral Home, P.O. Box 66, Neosho, MO. 64850

Services
VIEWING
Sunday January 19, 2014, Noon - 4:00 PM at Clark Chapel of Memories

 
VISITATION
Sunday January 19, 2014, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM at Clark Chapel of Memories

CHAPEL SERVICE
Monday January 20, 2014, 10:00 AM at Clark Chapel of Memories

Interment: New Salem Cemetery

June Chung

(From Parker Mortuary)

June Louise Ramage Chung, age 85 of Joplin, passed away peacefully with her family at her side at 3:05 p.m. on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at Freeman West Hospital after a long illness.

Born July 17, 1928 in Enid, OK, she was the daughter of the late Edgar Charles Ramage, Sr. and Gladys Belle Osburn Ramage and was raised in Joplin. She lived in Hawaii for 30 years, returning to Joplin in 1996. June worked in the healthcare field for 40 years and was a member of Christ’s Community United Methodist Church.

Her first husband, Earl Bettes, preceded her in death in 1956. She married Alfred (Sonny) Chung in 1967. He preceded her in death in 1996. Two brothers, Donald Ramage and Edgar C. (Teddy) Ramage, Jr. also preceded her in death.

Survivors include two daughters, Theresa Darlene (Bettes) King and husband Bill, Sherrie Lynn (Tudenham) Waterman and husband Tim, all of Carl Junction; a sister, Mary Ann Clubb of Joplin; four grandchildren, Summer Cole and husband Derek, Sarah King and fiancé Kelvin Fuller, Justin King and fiancée Lisa Sidney, Corey Waterman, all of Carl Junction; five great-grandchildren, Jordan Berry, Emily Cole, Lexi King, Katie Carter and Baylee King.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday at Parker Chapel with Rev. Chris Sloan officiating. The family will receive friends from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Sunday at the mortuary. Private entombment will be in Ozark Memorial Park at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Christ’s Community United Methodist Church Building Fund or the Wounded Warrior Project.

Evelyn Riley

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Evelyn Mae Riley 87, Seneca, MO died January 14, 2014 at Seneca House in Seneca, MO. Evelyn was born, May 12, 1926 in Treece, Kansas to Earl David and Hattie Naomi (Brewer) Tanner . She returned to the area in 1972 from California. She worked as a laborer at Military Supply.

She is survived by one son, David Jennings Cook, of California. A sister Eva Pauline Neilson, Plymouth, California. Four grandsons and numerous cousins. Evelyn was preceded in death by two sons: Loyd Lee Cook and Floyd Ray Cook.

Friends may view the body from 9 – 5 Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at Clark Funeral Home, Granby, MO. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at Granby Memorial Cemetery, Granby, MO with Rev. Ralph Walker officiating.

Services are under the direction of Clark Funeral Home, Granby, MO. Online condolences may be posted at www.clarkfuneralhomes.com.

Laverne Wilson

(From Clark Funeral Home)

LaVerne D. Wilson, 72, Neosho, died Jan. 15, 2014 at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin, following a rapid decline of health.

 LaVerne was born Aug. 8, 1941 in Burlington, IA and moved to Neosho in 2008 from Plainview, TX. He graduated from Southern Nazarene University with a Master’s degree in Theology and has been a pastor of the Nazarene Church for 34 years and spent 10 years as a prison chaplain at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice in Plainville, before moving to Neosho. LaVerne served as Newton County ARES Coordinator; Red Cross DAT team; a volunteer foster parent for Faithful Friends Animal Advocates and was very active in Amateur Radio Services. He was an active member of the Neosho Church of the Nazarene.

 LaVerne and Ruth ‘LaVelle’ Bickford were married on June 28, 1963 in Security, CO and LaVelle survives of the home. Other survivors include four children, Brad Wilson and Marla Schmidt, Neosho; Steve Wilson and wife, Christy, Pea Ridge, AR; Brian Wilson and wife, Cynthia, Harlingen, TX and Cindy Dupre and husband, Norman, Neosho; one sister, Kathleen White and husband, Joel, Clinton, ILL; 17 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Viewing 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Thursday, January 16, 2014 Clark Chapel of Memories 312 S. Wood St. Neosho, Mo 64850

Viewing 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Friday, January 17, 2014 Clark Chapel of Memories 312 S. Wood St. Neosho, Mo 64850

Visitation 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Friday, January 17, 2014 Clark Chapel of Memories 312 S. Wood St. Neosho, Mo 64850

Church Service 10:00 AM, Saturday, January 18, 2014 Neosho Church of the Nazarene 1045 W. Fairhill Neosho, MO 64850

Glenn Cole

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Glenn Leroy Cole 87, formerly of Newtonia, MO, died January 15, 2014 at the Baptist Home in Ozark, Missouri after a short illness. Glenn was born March 25, 1926 in Newton County, Missouri to Truman M. and Julia (Ryno) Cole. He married Sue McCracken on November 23, 1958. She preceded him in death on September 17, 2006.

Glenn lived most of his life in the Newtonia area, owning and operating a large dairy farm and later operating a spraying and fertilizer business. He was a member of the Newtonia Baptist Church. He took flying lessons and learned to pilot a plan. While in Ozark he drove many of the residents to Springfield for doctor’s appointment, etc. He spent many hours, working very difficult puzzles.

He is survived by one son, David Cole. He is also survived by one sister, Neva Williams, Neosho, a sister-in-law, Rosalee Cole and numerous nieces and nephews and friends. In addition to his wife, he is preceded in death by two brothers: Kenneth and Robert Cole.

The body has been cremated and a memorial service will be held at the Baptist Home in Ozark, MO, January 16, 2014. Cremation services under the direction of Clark Funeral Home, Neosho, MO.

Manuela Garcia

(From Simpson Funeral Home)

Manuela Garcia age 65 of Webb City passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin.

 She was born in Mexico to Anastasio Arreola and Josefa Aldaco Arreola. Manuela was a homemaker and a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Webb City. She is survived by her husband Victor Garcia of the home; son, Victor Garcia of South Sioux City, Nebraska; daughters, Adriana Gallegos of Webb City, Diana Garcia of Springfield, Vanessa Garcia of Webb City, Angelica Garcia of Tulsa; sister, Celia Arreola of Carthage; and 6 grandchildren. 

A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, January 16, 2014 at 12:00 PM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Webb City with Father Rahab Isidor officiating. A visitation will be held on Wednesday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Simpson Funeral Home in Webb City. Burial will be in Mount Hope Cemetery in Webb City.

 Arrangements are under the direction of Simpson Funeral Home in Webb City. Visit www.simpsonfh.com for online condolences.

Jana Stafford

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Jana Sue ‘Brust’ Stafford, daughter, sister, sister –in-law, aunt, wife and friend, was born Dec. 13, 1968.

Our Angel took flight on Jan. 13, 2014 at 5:45 pm at the age of 45. 

Jana is preceded in death by her mother, Vivan Brust and sister, Caren Louise Brust. She is survived by her husband, of 19 years, Ray Stafford of the home; her father and stepmother, Rev. Wayne Brust and Odessa, Granby; four brothers, John Brust and wife, Jo, Loma Linda; Jack Brust and wife, Cheryl, Carthage, Jerry Brust and wife, Kelli, Joplin and Joel Brust and wife, Jaime, Granby; sister in law, Ruth Stafford, Neosho; adopted sister, Deneasa Allen, Neosho; two step brothers, Otis Turner and wife, Pat, Blue Springs, KS and Ray Turner and wife, Sherry, Independence, KS; one step sister, Patty Johnston and husband, Doug, Lees Summit and several nieces, nephews, and many wonderful friends. She will be greatly missed.

 Jana loved to babysit, cats, doing church work and visiting at nursing homes. She was a member of Granby Miracle Church.

Viewing Noon - 7:00 PM, Wednesday, January 15, 2014 Clark Funeral Home Granby Chapel 12787 B. Hwy Granby, MO. 64844

Visitation 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Wednesday, January 15, 2014 Clark Funeral Home Granby Chapel 12787 B. Hwy Granby, MO. 64844

Chapel Service 10:00 AM, Thursday, January 16, 2014 Clark Funeral Home Granby Chapel 12787 B. Hwy Granby, MO. 64844

Mike McReynolds

(From Parker Mortuary)

Michael Bradley McReynolds, age 30, Joplin, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2014 in his home after a short illness.

Mike was born June 3, 1983 in Wichita, Kansas to Louis and Darlene McReynolds. He was born with Spina Bifida; facing challenges all of his life. Mike always persisted in meeting each challenge. He was never looked at as disabled and his family found every way possible to give him the opportunities like any other child.

Mike participated on challenger teams, playing softball; basketball and track and field. He even got to compete in Canada for one of his track meets. He loved to play street hockey and football. Kids would tell him he couldn’t play because he was in a wheelchair, to which he would reply, ‘Let me prove it to you!’. He was given the nickname, ‘Hotwheels’ in school, and that nickname continued into his adult life.

He changed many people’s lives because of the way he lived his life. He was an inspiration to so many!

Being a part of a military family, he moved about every three years. Because of this, he amassed a large following of military friends that considered him one of their own.

Mike graduated from Carl Junction High School in 2001 and started working for Target shortly after.

Although he never had the opportunity to have children of his own, he was extremely proud of his niece, Gabby. He adored her and she brought him so much joy.

Survivors include his parents, Louis and Darlene McReynolds, Joplin; one brother, Andrew McReynolds his wife, Bridgette, and his niece, Gabby, all of Joplin; grandmothers, Wanda Roland, Joplin, Pauline Roland, Parsons, Kansas; and a host of family and friends.

Mike was preceded in death by a grandfather, Lester Roland; and grandparents, Tom and Bernadine McReynolds.

The family will receive friends on Saturday from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Parker Mortuary.

Memorial services are planned for Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at St. Paul United Methodist Church.