Charles Palmer

(From Parker Mortuary)

Charles R. Palmer, Jr., age 70, Joplin, passed away at 8:40 p.m. Friday, July 27, 2018 at Kansas University Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas.

Charles was born March 3, 1948 in Escondido, California to the late Charles Palmer, Sr. and Juanita Erskins Palmer and had lived in Joplin most of his life.

He worked at Tamko for over twenty years, retiring in 2010. Following retirement, he and his wife enjoyed traveling and spent winters in Alamo, Texas. Charles collected hot wheels and attended their annual conventions. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Charles married Jane Clemens on June 27, 1969 in Joplin. She survives at the home with their pet, Hannah.

Additional survivors include a brother, Harry Palmer, Webb City; a sister, Amy Melton and husband, Jason, Baxter Springs, Kansas; nieces and nephews, Amber Wilson and husband, Will, Crystal Walton and husband, Dustin, Verna Burris and husband, Jeremy, Jack Cook; and sister-in-law, Nancy Fortuck and husband, Larry.

In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by a son, Charlie.

Graveside services will be Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at Osborne Memorial Cemetery. Steve Jones will officiate. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6-7:00 p.m. at Parker Mortuary.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

David Holt

(From Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home)

David Glen Hoit, 53, of Monett entered into eternal rest on Sunday July 29, 2018 while at his home in Monett. He was born in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri on February 14, 1965; the son of the late Charles and Dixie Merle (Ritter) Hoit. He was united in marriage on October 22, 2004 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas to Cathy Long; she survives.

He is survived by his wife Cathy of Monett; one son: Kirk Myers of Cowetta, Oklahoma; one brother: Charles Richard Hoit of Diamond; two sisters: Dixie Jean Crim and her husband Gale of Pierce City and Charlene Gibson and her husband Jerry of Blue Springs, Missouri; three grandchildren; one great-grandson and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial services for David are being held on Saturday August 18, 2018 at 2:00p.m. at the Bennett-Wormington Funeral Chapel in Monett, Missouri.

Memorial donations for David may be made to Hospice Compassus.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home in Monett, Missouri.

Craig Hunt

(From Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Craig Hunt, age 56 of Webb City, Missouri passed away July 30, 2018 at his home.

He was born January 9, 1962 in Woodstock, Illinois to Ralph and Ruth (Sherman) Hunt.

Craig was a former employee of Blue Buffalo.

He was preceded in death by his father and one sister.

Craig is survived by his mother, Ruth and one sister Lori Stock.

No formal services are scheduled.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home.

Mike Doyle

(From Parker Mortuary)

Michael William "Mike" Doyle, age 68, Joplin, passed away on Sunday, July 29, 2018 at his home after a courageous battle with lung cancer.

Mike was born October 14, 1949 in Lyons, Kansas, son of the late Harry W. Doyle and Patricia E. Read Doyle Renollet. He graduated from Sterling High School in 1967 where he played on the Basketball Team, and was a trombone player with the Marching Band.

Mike served in the United States Navy from 1968 until his retirement in 1990 with the rank of CPOC. He traveled the world during his time in service, which included time in Alabama, San Diego, Chicago, the Philippines, and Vietnam from 1969-1971.

Mike enjoyed sports, both playing and watching, and he even coached co-ed baseball. He also had a passion for cars, both classic and hotrods.

In addition to his parents, Mike was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanina M. Calentine Doyle who passed away on April 29, 2015, a daughter, Cassandra.

Survivors include his son, David B. Doyle of Joplin, spouse, Stacy Weis of Joplin; sisters, Jeanne A. Duft and husband Randy of Kansas City, Kansas, Sharon K. Bassham and husband Keith of Springfield, Missouri, Diana S. Owen and husband Paul of Wichita, Kansas; brother-in-laws, Ron Calentine and wife Marge of Diamond, Missouri, and Jerry Calentine and wife Loretta of Springfield; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be Thursday, August 2, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in Parker Mortuary Chapel with Chaplain Clyde McClain officiating.

The family will receive friends following the service at Parker Mortuary.

Benjamin Steubing

(From Parker Mortuary)

Benjamin Kenneth McGowan Steubing, age 27, Joplin, passed away on Thursday, July 26, 2018 at Mercy of Joplin.

Ben was born April 19, 1991 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and grew up in Webb City, Missouri. He graduated from Webb City High School in 2009, and was an honorary member of the Webb City Cardinals Football Team his senior year. He was disabled all of his life, but he still had a positive impact on everyone he met. He was funny, and did not considered himself handicapped, neither did his family and friends. He enjoyed his pets, traveling, and attending concerts, mainly Christian groups like Mandisa, MercyMe, and Toby Mac, among others. He was a former member of Christ's Community United Methodist Church, but enjoyed his time as a greeter at Central United Methodist Church of Webb City.

He was preceded in death by his father, Bradley McGowan, grandparents, Dave McGowan, and Neil and Sue Davis.

Survivors include his parents, Scott and Becky Steubing of Joplin; sister, Catherine Steubing of Joplin; grandparents, Dee McGowan of Claremore, Oklahoma, Bob and Claudia Grey of Joplin; uncles, Bradley Davis and wife Candy of Mansfield, Arkansas, and Todd Holman; aunt, Rebecca Holman of Steele, Missouri.

Funeral services will be Friday, August 10th at 4pm at Christ's Community United Methodist Church of Joplin with Rev. Chris Sloan officiating.
Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Helen Bandy

(From Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home)

Helen Louise Bandy, 86, Seneca, MO, passed into eternal rest July 27, 2018 at her home after a long illness.

Louise Bandy was born April 22, 1932 in Christopher, MO, the daughter of James E. Livingston and Helen N. (Lyons) Livingston. Louise was a 1949 graduate of Summerville High School and received her teaching certificate from Southwest MO State College. Louise was a school teacher. She loved farm life, gardening, sewing and cooking. She attended Racine Christian Church and loved 26 years of Bible Study Fellowship and teaching children.

Louise (Livingston) married Raymond Bandy on April 2, 1952, in Springfield, MO and he survives.

Additional survivors include their children; Raye Frerer and husband Fred, Joplin, MO, Raymond Bandy and wife Jan, Bentonville, AR, Doug Bandy and wife Melina, Granby, MO, Chris Bandy, Seneca and Dawn Turner, Haskell, OK; sisters, Euleta Griffith, Brooklyn Heights, MO and LaVeta Adamoli, Littleton, CO; 14 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and a host of extended family and friends.

Louise was preceded in death by her parents, James and Helen Livingston; brothers, James Livingston, George Livingston and Charles Livingston and one great-grandson, Silas Bandy.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 pm, Wednesday, August 1, 2018, at the Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home, Seneca, MO.

Funeral services under the direction of Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home, Seneca will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, August 2, 2018, at the Racine Christian Church with John St Clair officiating. Burial will be in the Kirk Cemetery with Joshua Bandy, Patrick Bandy, Matthew Bandy, Caiton Bandy, Corbin Bandy, Luke Bandy, Nathan Bandy and Peter Turner serving as pallbearers.

Paul Viney

(From Parker Mortuary)

Paul Eugene Viney, age 96, Joplin, passed away on Friday, July 27, 2018 at National Health Care of Joplin.

Paul was born June 21, 1922 in Kingman, Kansas, son of the late Frank Viney and Ethel Thorpe Viney. He attended school in California, and graduated from Norwalk High School in Norwalk, California. He served in the United States Army Air Corp during World War II, serving in the Philippines and Burma. He worked for Coleman Tool in Wichita, Kansas from 1949 through 1961. During that time he earned his Master's Degree as a Tool and Die Maker. He then worked for Hughes Air Craft from 1961 until retiring in 1984. He moved to Joplin in 1998.

Paul loved the outdoors, and enjoyed spending time with his family outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, trap shooting, and camping with family. He was also an avid bowler throughout his life. He was devoted and loyal to his family, he would speak his mind, and was always thankful for his family, and what he had in life. He was a member of Central Christian Center in Joplin.

In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by his first wife, Omie S. Viney who died June 4, 1998, two sisters, and a brother.

Survivors include his wife, Alice Viney whom he married April 3, 1999 in Joplin; daughters, Pauline Quattlebaum and husband David, Linda Miller and husband David all of Joplin; step-children, Rhonda Fanning and husband Jim of Joplin, Linda Rowland and husband Bill of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Gloria Myler of Joplin, Mike Curl of Joplin, Mark Curl of Bella Vista, Arkansas, and Aaron Curl and wife Renee of Carthage, Missouri; 27 grandchildren, 40 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild

Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. at Parker Mortuary Chapel with Rev. Hank Deslatte and Rev. Doug Wilkerson officiating. Interment will follow in Burkhart Cemetery, Racine, Missouri with grandsons serving as pallbearers, and full military honors.

The family will receive friends at Parker Mortuary on Tuesday from 2:00 until service time.

Patsy Hart

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Patsy Ann Hart, 70, Stark City, MO, passed away July 29, 2018.
She was born Aug. 18, 1947 in Granby, MO to Harry and Wilda (Collier) Brock. 

 
Patsy was a 1965 graduate from Neosho High School and was a lifelong resident of the area. 

 
She loved to sew and paint, and was co-owner of Goodman Meat Locker for 33 years. 

 
Pasty and Larry Hart were married on May 5, 1967 at Jones Chapel; he preceded her in death on Feb. 19, 2015. 

 
She is survived by two sons, Chad Hart of Ames, IA and Jason (Jennifer) Hart of Stark City, MO;
one brother, Don Brock of Tallahassee, FL; one sister, Sue McCloud of the Kansas City area; and four grandchildren.

A memorial visitation will be held from 6 – 7 pm, Friday, Aug. 3 at Clark Funeral Home, Granby, MO.

Contributions in Patsy’s honor may be made to Parkinson Foundation, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 26, Granby, MO 64844.

Dwight Douglas

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Dwight Douglas, 74, Joplin, formerly of Neosho, entered into rest on Sunday, July 29, 2018 at his home, surrounded by his loving family, following a nineteen month illness of pancreatic cancer. 

Dwight was born Sept. 2, 1943 in Joplin, the son of Herbert H. and Thelma (Breshears) Douglas.
He graduated from Neosho High School in 1961 and is a 1965 and 1968 graduate of the University of Missouri. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era. 

 

H. Dwight Douglas, J.D. began the practice of law in Neosho in 1968. He was a third generation graduate of the University of Missouri School of Law and a second generation lawyer to practice in his home town of Neosho. He practiced law in private practice in Neosho for 40 years before becoming the first in-house General Counsel of Freeman Health System, Joplin, in 2009. His association with health care and emergency response agencies began in 1988, which included Ozark Center, Sale Memorial Hospital, Redings Mill Fire Protection District, Neosho Area Fire Protection District and Seneca Fire Protection District. He became local counsel for Freeman Health System in November 2000, before going in-house. Dwight served as sole municipal judge (part-time) for the City of Neosho for 33 years. 

 
Dwight was a member of the Neosho First Christian Church and of Christ Community Methodist Church in Joplin. 

 
Dwight is survived by his wife of 51 years, Bonnie, whom he married on Aug. 20, 1966 in Ridgewood, New Jersey. 

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two children, Steven Dwight Douglas and wife, Denita of Neosho and Rebecca Douglas Keesling and husband, David of Tulsa, Oklahoma; four grandchildren, Kevin Douglas, Chelsah Skaggs, Connor Keesling and Carson Keesling; one great granddaughter, Amelia Douglas and one sister, Janice Denney and husband, Cecil of West Linn, Oregon.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018 at 1 pm at the Neosho First Christian Church, Pastor Al Gritten will officiate. The family will receive friends at a reception in the church fellowship hall following the service.

Contributions in memory of Dwight may be made to the University of Missouri School of Law Veterans Clinic, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 66; Neosho, MO 64850.

Ralph Hayes

(From Lakin Funeral Home)

Ralph Edward Hayes, age 78, of Neosho, MO formerly of Monett, MO. died on Monday, July 30, 2018, at his home in Neosho, MO. Mr. Hayes was born near Aurora, Illinois on Thursday, September 14, 1939. He was the son of James and Irene (Horton) Hayes. Mr. Hayes married Juanita Anderson on Friday, May 17, 1957, and she survives. He was a retired mechanic.

Surviving are the following: his wife, Juanita; three daughters, Angel Hayes of Neosho, MO, Jeannie Hayes of Cassville, MO, and Dove Hayes of Joplin, MO; five sons, Ralph Hayes of Monett, MO, Steve Hayes of Monett, MO, James Hayes of Monett, MO, Jarrod Hayes of Everton, MO, and Heath Hayes of Pierce City, MO; two sisters, Kathleen Hayes of Sarina, IL and Rose Hayes of Sarina, IL; eighteen grandchildren; and fourteen great-grandchildren. Mr. Hayes was preceded in death by his daughter, Dawn Elizabeth, on June 10, 1993.

Mr. Hayes has been cremated at his request under the care of Lakin Funeral Home in Pierce City, MO.

Memorial Services will be at Lakin Funeral Home in Pierce City, MO on Wednesday, August 1, 2018, at 2:30 PM with Rev. Todd Decker officiating. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Hospital.

Siearra-Paige Taylor

(From Greenfield Funeral Chapel)

Siearra-Paige Kaitlynn Taylor, of Greenfield, MO, departed this life on Friday, July 27, 2018, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, MO at the age of 15 years.

She was born on September 18, 2002 in Bolivar, MO. Siearra was getting ready to begin her Sophomore year at Greenfield High School.

Survivors include her mother, Mindy Saulters; her sister, Amy Saulters-Lehmkuhl; her brother, Aidan Taylor; her grandmothers, Sandy Saulters and Charlotte Stafford; and other relatives and friends.

“I see cold in the air,
And promise in the streams,
I see Love in the hearts,
Futures in our dreams”

Arrangements are pending at this time.

William Smith

(From Ferry Funeral Home)

William Calvin Smith, 81, Sheldon, MO passed away on Thursday, July 26, 2018 at Nevada Regional Medical Center in Nevada. William was born on December 16, 1936 in Liberal, MO to William Franklin and Mabel Edna (West) Smith. He married Virginia Louise Spillman on June 30, 1963 in Greenfield, MO and she survives of the home.

William was raised in Liberal and was a 1955 graduate of Liberal High School. He was a farmer and raised dairy cattle. William never met a stranger and was quite a storyteller. He enjoyed going to auctions and reading the newspaper.

In addition to his wife, Virginia, he is survived by his two daughters, Amy Miler and her husband Randy, Lamar, MO and Karla Barrett and her husband John, Amoret, MO; four grandchildren, Adrian Miler and William “Will” Miler, both of Lamar, Shantez Smith, Nevada and Sabrina Barrett, Amoret; siblings Marvin Smith and his wife Betty, Liberal and Marlin Hunter and her husband Richard, Littleton, CO; nieces, nephews; and extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandson John James Barrett, and brothers Norman and Melvin Smith.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 30, 2018 at Barton City Cemetery, Liberal, MO, with Robert Sissick officiating. The family will receive friends from 2-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 29, 2018 at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada.

Those who wish may contribute to a fund for the family in care of Ferry Funeral Home.

Audrey Scott

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Audrey JoAnn Scott, 80, of Pittsburg, Kansas, died on Thursday, July 26, 2018 at Via Christi Hospital in Pittsburg.

JoAnn was born January 13, 1938 in Columbus to Elmer and Irene (Shanks) Shultz. She graduated from Columbus High School and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Pittsburg.

JoAnn married Wallace R. Scott on March 23, 1956, and was a loving wife and partner until his death in June 2003. JoAnn enjoyed golfing, bowling, and playing cards with friends.

She worked for the Census Bureau and retired after 27 years.

She is survived by her two daughters: Rhonda Rogers, and son-in-law Russ of Independence, MO; Julie Clark and son-in-law Bob of Blue Springs, MO; two sisters; Norma Jean Place of Pittsburg, KS, Carolyn Sue Day of Joplin, MO, three grandsons: Eric Rogers, Jayson Scott, and Max Scott; granddaughter Madison Clark; two great grandsons: Jaxson Scott and Hayes Rogers; two great granddaughters: Remy Rogers and Ivy Rogers.

JoAnn was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son Randy Scott, and grandson Garrett Clark.

Funeral services will be held on July 30, 2018 at 11 am at Bath Naylor Funeral Home, 522 S. Broadway in Pittsburg. The visitation will be held at 10 am prior to the funeral service. Interment will follow in the New Pleasant View Cemetery, 5907 NE Star Valley Road, Weir, Kansas.

Margy Blanchard

(From Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary)

Margaret Ellen Blanchard, age 100, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 20, 2018 in the home where she had lived and raised a family for 68 years.

Margy, as she was called by her family, was born October 11, 1917 in Paris, Tennessee. She attended Grove High School in Paris where she was homecoming queen her senior year graduating in 1935. She continued on with her education attending Ward Belmont, Christian College and the University of Missouri graduating with a degree in Sociology. While at Missouri, she pledged the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority and was proud to be a Kappa for 79 years. It was during her school years in Columbia that she met the love of her life, Karl Blanchard. Margy and Karl were married November 11, 1942 just shortly before he left for the South Pacific to help fight World War II. During the war she worked at Camp Tyson in Tennessee. After the war the couple returned to Joplin where they began to raise a family. While raising three children she also participated in many activities and services outside the home. She was in PEO, Women’s Club, Ridpath, worked as a volunteer with the St. John’s Auxiliary and served as an Elder at the First Presbyterian Church. In the late 40s and early 50s she was active in the Joplin Little Theatre.

Margy is survived by her three children, Karl Jr. (Alice), Ellen Eastman (Mark) and Kent (Karolee), seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Her husband of 65 years, Karl Sr., predeceased her in 2007 as did her first granddaughter, Renee Blanchard, in 1986.

With her passing, the Missouri Football Tigers have lost one of their most loyal and avid fans.

A memorial service will be held Friday, August 3, 2018 at the First Presbyterian Church in Joplin starting at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations may be made to the Karl and Margaret Ellen Blanchard Memorial Scholarship Fund in care of the University of Missouri Tiger Scholarship Fund or the First Presbyterian Church, Joplin. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary, Joplin, Missouri.

Georgia Bishop

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Georgia Bishop, 73, passed away on July 27, 2018 at her residence. 

Georgia was born on Nov. 18, 1944 in Theodosia, MO to George Edward and Carrie Anna Mae (Shockey) Friend. 

 Georgia married Dannie Bishop on Oct. 2, 1965 in Kansas City, MO and he preceded her in death. Georgia was a devoted, loving wife and mother. Her family was the pride and joy of her life. Georgia was the sister that was always there and ready to help anytime. She was loved and will be missed by all who knew her. 

She is survived by her children, Lucinda Bishop, Neosho and Theresa Jennings and husband, Chuck, Neosho; 5 sisters, Lillie Jackson, Eva Scott, Margaret Wright, Kathie Curtis, and Dorothy Crosby, all of Ava., MO; several nieces and nephews and extended family. In addition to her parents and husband, Georgia is preceded in death by her 2 brothers, Everett Friend and Jessie Friend. 

 The family will hold a memorial graveside service on August 16, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the Pine Ridge Cemetery, Souder, MO.

David Murphy

(From Parker Mortuary)

David Patrick Murphy, age 58, Joplin, passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2017 at his residence.

He was born November 29, 1959 in Sacramento, California, to late Lawrence Daniel Murphy and Virginia Gloria Cordell Murphy.

David worked as a sprinkler fitter in California until an injury forced him to change careers.

He moved to Joplin in 1989, where he graduated from Missouri Southern State College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology. He worked for Ozark Center's Turn Around Ranch, and Mount Vernon Boys Home before retirement.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Lawrence Murphy; and a sister, Sandra Murphy.

Survivors include his daughter, Samantha Murphy of Joplin; a son-in-law, Dwayne Ezell of Joplin; his grandson, D’Andre Ezell of Joplin; one sister-in-law, Christine Murphy of Joplin; two nieces, Lavena Murphy, and children, Wyatt and Gracie, Ileah Murphy and children, Zoe and Emma, all of Joplin; five nephews, Michael Murphy of Joplin, Daniel Murphy and wife, Nikki of Maryland, and David, James, and Eugene Mahan, all of Oklahoma.

The family will receive friends at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Parker Mortuary. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, and mat be left care of Parker Mortuary.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary

Jim McKinney

(From Knell Mortuary)

James “Jim” Richard McKinney Sr, age 86 of Carthage, MO passed way Thursday, July 26, 2018 at the Freeman Hospital Joplin, Mo.

He was born on August 5, 1931 in Carthage, MO the son of Victor and Fay McKinney. Jim was a 1951 graduate of Carthage High School. He was a veteran with the United States Army serving his country during the Korean War. 

He married Rachael Cunningham on August 20, 1955 in Carthage, Mo. He was employed with Atlas Chemical Company for 42 years until his retirement. He was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church of Joplin, the Carthage Masonic Lodge, and the Carthage American Legion. He served on the Carthage City Council for 12 years, enjoyed RV trips visiting national parks with his wife, hunting, fishing, the outdoors, animals, and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Linda McKinney, a great grandson, Kolbin, a brother, Dick McKinney, and a sister, Marty Scheurich. Survivors include his wife, Rachael of the home, two sons, Jim McKinney Jr. (Sara), Edmond, Ok and Joe McKinney, Miami, Ok; five grandchildren, and several great grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at the Park Cemetery Carthage, Mo. The family will receive friends from 9:00 am until departing for the cemetery at the Knell Mortuary. The family suggests contributions to the Joplin Humane Society in care of the Knell Mortuary. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com.

Jettie Wilson

(From Parker Mortuary)

Jettie B. Wilson, age 78, Carl Junction, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, July 26, 2018 in Pittsburg, Kansas.

Jettie was born March 23, 1940 in Florence, Alabama, daughter of the late Homer L. Bergin and Odell Howard Bergin. She grew up in Lexington, Alabama, and graduated from Lexington High School in 1958. She initially worked for the army at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, before accepting a job with Marshall Space Flight Center of NASA, also in Huntsville. She later moved to Joplin, Missouri in 1973. It was at that time that she married Jeff K. Wilson, and the couple has lived in the area ever since. Upon relocating to Joplin, she began a career with the Social Security Administration and worked for many years in the Miami, Oklahoma office. She loved spending time with family, and was a member of New Hope Methodist Church.

In addition to her parents, Jettie was preceded in death by a brother, Jerry Bergin.

Survivors include her husband of 44 years, Jeff Wilson; son, Gregg Wilson and wife Shelly of Omaha, Nebraska; step-children, Scott Wilson and wife Tracy, and Jennifer Lynn "Jennie" DeColores and husband Miguel, all of Little Rock, Arkansas; eight grandchildren, Nathan Tyler Wilson of Hunting Beach, California, Hilary Laine Wilson Gorman and husband Patrick of Pittsburg, Kansas, Christopher Myles Wilson and wife Lauren of Houston, Texas, Rachel Claire Wilson Nicholson and husband Sean of The Woodlands, Texas, Mindy Wilson, Cara Wilson both of Little Rock, Jessie Selvey of Fayetteville, Arkansas, and Liam Selvey of New York; numerous great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at New Hope Methodist Church with Pastor Randy Steele officiating. Interment will follow in Pleasant Hill Cemetery with family serving as pallbearers.

The family will receive friends at Parker Mortuary on Monday from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

Danny Holden

(From Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Danny was born June 6, 1980 in Joplin, Missouri, to Daniel and Leisha (Patterson) Holden. He graduated from Webb City High School, class of 1998. Danny worked as a machine operator at TAMKO in Joplin before working for H.E. Williams in Carthage as a forklift operator. He was most recently employed as a forklift operator for Schreiber Foods in Carthage.

Danny was active in various sports during his school career, including baseball, basketball and football. He was coached by his dad and that inspired him to become a baseball, basketball and football coach for Webb City. Danny was a dedicated coach for 13 years. He was an avid camper and loved to camp anywhere – even in his own front yard. Danny also enjoyed hunting and fishing with his dad while growing up. He loved his family – especially his two boys.

Danny was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Shirley Lehman; maternal grandfather and grandmother, Dick Patterson and Donna Moore; his great-grandparents, Ira and Edith Hadley, Zachariah and Hildred Holden and Goldie Patterson; and his nephew, Kellen Robert Holden.

Survivors include his two sons, Anthony and Andrew Holden, of Carthage, Missouri; his parents, Dan and Leisha Holden of Carthage; three siblings, Tina Gossett and husband, Shane, of Purcell, Missouri, Joshua Ryan Sherrill of Carthage and Joshua Holden and wife, Mariejeanne, of Australia; nieces and nephews, Tyler, Madison, Jay, Loren, Lyla, Lily, Sydney and Sammi; the mother of his children, Annie Sloniker-Holden; as well as a host of cousins, extended family and friends.

Funeral service information is pending at this time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made payable to the Anthony and Andrew Holden Trust Fund in care of Southwest Missouri Bank. Online condolences may be sent through our website www.hedgelewis.com. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home, Webb City, Missouri.

Raymond Lowry

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Raymond W. Lowry, age 89, passed away on July 25, 2018 at his home after a short but intense battle with lung cancer. He was born June 8, 1929 in Joplin, Mo., the son of the late Louis and Dorothy Lowry. He was one of ten children.

Raymond served in the United States Air Force and was a veteran of the Korean War. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

Raymond married Dorothy Brower Beck on June 11, 1960 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. She survives at home. He is also survived by two brothers, Glenn Lowry, Joplin, and Jerry Couch, Carl Junction, Mo.; six children, Kathi Southard, Joplin, Allen Beck (Charlotte), Grove, Ok., Denise Grooms (Randy), Redings Mills, Mo., Lori Wilder (Billy), Joplin, Cindy Patino (Andy) Dickinson, Tx., and Jennifer Sewell (Steve), Webb City, Mo.; sixteen beloved grandchildren, T.J. Southard, Kellie Mintzlaff, Katie Walker, Allan Beck, Eric Beck, Jesse Grooms, Cassidy Claar, Amber Henson, Ashlee Comparato, Alexis Givens, Adam Clifton, Ryan Patino, Alicia Patino, Cindy Patino, Zachary Sewell, and Sarah Sewell; and he was blessed with an abundance of great-grandchildren.

Raymond was an avid hunter and fisherman in mountains and rivers of North Idaho. He guided friends, neighbors and others to fish and hunt, earning him the title “The Old Bear”. In 1978, the family moved back to Joplin where he continued his passion with the outdoors. He was still fishing and setting limb lines, until his illness.

The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to Dr. Dahlia, Dr. Meyers, and the entire staff at Mercy Cancer Center. Also, a special thank you to Mercy Home Health and Mercy Hospice, especially Brandi.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Reverend Joseph Weidenbenner will officiate. Burial will be in Osborne Memorial Cemetery. A prayer service will be held at 5:00 p.m. Sunday with a visitation to follow at Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory.

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

Violet Long

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Violet Long, age 94, Racine, Mo., passed away on Friday July 27, 2018, at the Seneca House, following an illness.

Violet was born on July 31, 1923 in Alex, Ar., the daughter of the late Hoy and Nellie Irene (Biggs) Bartlett. She has been a lifelong area resident. She married Claude Long on May 20, 1942 in Carthage, Mo. and together they raised four children. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She worked as a cook for Red’s Café/Jesse’s Truck Stop and Jerry’s Café. She has been a member of the Racine Christian Church since 1959. Violet loved to cook and bake pies, which earned her the title of the “Pie Lady” at Church. Before losing her eye sight she enjoyed bowling and crocheting.

Violet was preceded in death by her husband Claude Long on August 27, 1993. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Bobby Bartlett and Hoy Richard Bartlett; one sister, Bonnie Pim; a great-grandson, Zachary Long; and a step-grandson, Larry Kinslow.

She is survived by two sons, Clovis Long and wife Debra, Seneca, Mo., and James Long and wife Marilyn, Seneca, Mo.; two daughters, Marsha Sarratt and husband Bill, Springfield, Mo., and Sandra Drake and husband Max, Neosho, Mo., seventeen grandchildren, thirty-four great-grandchildren and twenty-three great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Racine Christian Church. Burial will be in Forest Park Cemetery. The pallbearers will be James Long, Jr., Jeff Long, Rob Long, Clovis Long, Jr., Ryan Long and Cheyenne Cummings. Honorary pallbearers will be Tim Triplett, Chris Drake, David Conway, Dan Raines and Chester VanDorn.

The visitation will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday until service time at the Racine Christian Church. Memorial contributions may be given to the Racine Christian Church Senior Care Group or the Hill Toppers in care of the mortuary.

Esther Large

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Esther Marie Large, 82, of Lamar, Missouri, passed away Saturday morning, July 21, 2018 at the Truman Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Lamar, Missouri.

She was born January 6, 1936 at Pittsburg, to George and Esther (Hartshorn) Jackett.

She married Donald C. Large. He preceded her in death.

Membership was held in the Assembly of God Church in Mindenmines, Missouri.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Graveside Memorial services will be 10:30 a.m., Monday (July 30) at the Mt. Olive Cemetery with Rev. Jim Sukraw officiating. Friends may leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS.

Larry Horine

(From Parker Mortuary)

Larry Eugene Horine, age 72, Carl Junction, passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 in Webb City, Missouri.

Larry was born January 17, 1946 in Parsons, Kansas, son of the late John Washington Horine and Ruth Lorraine Libby Horine. He graduated from Joplin High School in 1964, and married Carolyn Sue Trimble on November 21, 1964 in Joplin.

He began his career with the Webb City Fire Department in January of 1969, and worked for them for 25 years, becoming Fire Chief in 1986. He retired in 1994 as Fire Chief, and then began a career as a truck driver for Schneider National Trucking Company. He worked for several years in the trucking industry, and retired from Buesing Transport. During that time he was also an instructor with Hook-Up Academy in Joplin.

Larry loved to travel, and was a huge NASCAR fan. He traveled with his family to several different tracks to visit the venue, and watch races. He was also a member of Connor Avenue Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Horine; sisters, Sharon Goettel, Cindy Horine, and Patty Friday; granddaughter, Hillarie Horine; and grandson, Emmet Horine.

Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Carolyn; three sons, Jeffrey Scott Horine and wife Stephanie of Webb City, twin sons, John Matthew Horine and wife Chandice of Beeville, Texas, and James Michael Horine of Carl Junction; brother, David Horine of Joplin, sister, Betty Daniel of Aurora, Missouri; twin step-brothers, Lloyd Smith of Joplin, Floyd Smith of Florida; 12 grandchildren, Dustin Coppenbarger, Hillary Coppenbarger, Shane Horine, Nicholas Horine, Destiny Horine, Kenneth Horine, Alexis Horine, Zane Horine, Olivia Horine, David Horine, Annyka Horine, James " L. J." Horine; numerous great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be Sunday, July 29, 2018 with family receiving friends at Parker Mortuary from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m..

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Jean Plank

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Jean Plank, age 79, of Carthage, Mo. passed away at 6:44 a.m. Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at her home. Jean was born August 28, 1938 in Malden, Mo. She returned to the Carthage area 18 years ago after living many years in St. Louis. She was employed as an Administrative Assistant for a State Mental Hospital in St. Louis for over 40 years. Jean was a member of the Diamond Grove Christian Church.

Jean married Kenneth Plank September 14, 1961. He preceded her in death in 2002. Survivors include four brothers, Carlos Richards (Juanita), Sarcoxie, Mo. Cletis Richards (Elizabeth), Carthage, Mo., Robert Richards (Darlene), Goodman, Mo., and Terry Richards, Joplin, two sisters, Joy Matthews (Tommy), Manning, South Carolina, and Susie McCabe, Sumter, South Carolina.

Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday at the Mason-Woodard Chapel with Kurt Fluharty, Minister, officiating. Burial will follow at the Fidelity Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. Friday at the Chapel. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mason-Woodard Mortuary of Joplin, Mo.

Nancy Lang

(From Parker Mortuary)

Nancy C. Lang, age 77, Joplin, passed away on Monday, July 23, 2018 at her home after a lengthy illness.

Nancy was born March 19, 1941 in Edgar, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Hugo Lang and Ruth Krahn Lang. She grew up and lived in Wisconsin before moving to the Southwest Missouri/Southeast Kansas area in 1972.

She was owner of Lang and Company of Joplin Missouri and Pittsburg Kansas. She was co-owner of Quality Floor & Wall Covering of Pittsburg, Kansas from 1973 to 1991.

Survivors include her children, Rachel Radtke Harris and husband Chris of Joplin, Kevin Radtke and wife Linda of Kirkland, Arizona, and Jeffrey Radtke of Verona, Wisconsin; grandson, Clarke Radtke of Verona, Wisconsin; her longtime companion, Ron Price of Joplin; brothers, Robert Lang and wife Terri of Wausau, Wisconsin, and Randy Lang and wife Janelle of Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin; several nieces and nephews.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary. No services are planned at this time.

Monte Little

(From Parker Mortuary)

Monte Lee Little, Jr., age 19, Joplin, passed away Monday, July 23, 2018 in Joplin.

He was born August 3, 1998 in Joplin to Monte Lee Little, Sr. and Lucy Marie Richardson.

Monte worked at Arc of the Ozarks as a caretaker for individuals with special needs.

Survivors include his father, Monte Little, Sr., Twain Harte, CA; his mother, Lucy Stricklin, Joplin; three brothers, Dale Richardson, Neosho, Joseph Richardson and Thoren Eaton, both of Joplin; one sister, Donna Martin and her husband, Dustin, Joplin; paternal grandfather, Charles Little, Atoka, OK; a special niece, Evalynn Rose Richardson; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Jackie and Glenda Richardson; and his paternal grandmother, Ida Little.

Funeral services are planned for 4:00 p.m. Sunday at Parker Mortuary. The family will receive friends following the service.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Bob Kemp

(From Greenfield Funeral Chapel)

A much-loved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, Robert W. “Bob” Kemp, 69, of Sarcoxie, MO, passed away at his home on Tuesday, July 24, 2018.

He was born on January 11, 1949 to Bob and Mary Kemp. Bob graduated from Lockwood High School, and attended NEO in Miami, OK. Bob married Brenda Ogden on January 24, 1969. He worked for MODOT for four years and Missouri Southern State University for 26 years. Bob raised cattle and horses. He was a lifetime member of the NRA. Bob loved his family, his farm, visiting and telling stories, as well as going to his grandchildren’s ballgames.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Brenda Kemp; two sons, Mike Kemp and wife Lisa of Topeka, KS and Marc Kemp of Sarcoxie, MO; one daughter, Marla Kemp and Andy Miller of Greenfield, MO; eight grandchildren, Brandon Kemp, Sierra Kemp, Taylor Kemp, Jordon Miller, Morgan Reed, Macy Wilson, Trenton Wilson, and Drew Miller; three great-grandchildren, Noah Kemp, Harley Kemp, and Hadley Miller; one sister, Ruth Ann Danzl and husband Richard of Buffalo, MO; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 27, 2018, in Red Oak Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Greenfield First Christian Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Greenfield Booster Club. Online condolences may be shared at www.greenfieldfuneralchapel.com. Services are under the care of Greenfield Funeral Chapel.

Doris Pippin

(From Knell Mortuary)

Doris Myrtle Pippin, 85, of Carthage, MO passed away Monday, July 23, 2018 among family and friends.

Doris was born January 6, 1933 in Alba, MO, the third and youngest child of Tony and Edith (McGrew) Hicks. She was preceded in death by both older brothers, Robert and Jim Hicks.

Doris was soft spoken, yet stubborn and very bright. She excelled in school, graduating two years early from Carthage High School in 1949. She was working as a bookkeeper for Carthage Crushed Limestone when she met their mill foreman, William Dorse Pippin. Dorse and Doris married on July 11, 1965, raised their children together, and loved their family for 47 years until his passing in April of 2013. Each year they raised garden produce to sell at the farmers’ market in the Carthage square. They created wood crafts and quilts to sell at area craft shows and to give as gifts. The couple also babysat for several local families alongside their grandchildren.

Doris had an affinity for numbers and large jigsaw puzzles. Both of these skills were showcased in the elaborate quilt designs she routinely created. She was known by friends and family for canning her delicious lime pickles and making Christmas candies, as well as her love for all things “pie”. Doris also devoted some of her time to interpreting for the deaf at local church services. She evidenced a lifelong commitment to her creator and spent many years as a member of the First Baptist Church of Carthage.

Doris is survived by eight children [Willard (Laurie) Pippin of Reeds, MO, Robert Thompson of Duenweg, MO, Toni (Joe) Aldridge of Springfield, MO, Rose (Greg) McPherson of Sarcoxie, MO, Terry (Sherry) Thompson of Carthage, MO, Larry Thompson of Webb City, MO, Debra (Jeff) Yeager of Neosho, MO, and Jackie (Keith) McPherson of Virginia Beach, VA] as well as many who call her “Grandma” [including – but not limited to – Loretta Robison and her children, Crystal (Dustin) Peterson and their son, Rebecca Aldridge, William (Esther) Spicer and their children, Seth (Brittany) Thompson and their children, Tina Carl and her children, Gina Kelly and her son, Krista Hauser, Reannen Reaves, Grace and Ella McPherson, and Ian and Maddie Kyger] along with far too many friends to name, although the family would like to thank the last friend Doris made, Ms. Emily Williams, for her sincere concern, care, and determination in assisting “Ms. Doris” through this last stage of her mortal life.

Visitation will be held 10-11 am, Monday, July 30, 2018 at Knell Mortuary, Carthage. A memorial service will immediately follow at 11 am with Rev. Terry Thompson officiating. Private family inurnment will take place at a later date alongside Dorse Pippin in Harvill Cemetery. Memorial gifts are suggested to American Cancer Society in care of Knell Mortuary in honor of a beloved family member’s journey to becoming an official survivor. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Knell Mortuary.

Doris was never happier than when everyone was gathered at her house to spend time visiting and laughing together. So, in the spirit with which she lived, please come with photos and stories to share as we remember our time spent with Doris, and as we acknowledge how much she has meant to us all; how much we will miss her.

Paul Isley

(From Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Paul Eugene Isley, age 57, of Oronogo, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2018.

Paul was born March 19, 1961, in Joplin, Missouri, to the late Arthur and Bonnie (Moore) Isley. Paul attended school at Memorial High School in Joplin. He worked for the City of Carthage Special Road District and T-Tool in Joplin. Paul was a handyman and able to fix just about anything. He very much enjoyed the simple things in life, being outdoors and fishing.

Survivors include his daughter, Lacie Jones, and husband, Adam, of Webb City; grandchildren, McKenzie and Aiden; his siblings, Arthur Dale Isley of Webb City, Daniel Isley, Larry Isley, Gary Isley, and Venita O’Neal and husband, Jack, all of Joplin; eight nieces and nephews, several great-nieces and great-nephews; his ex-wife and friend, Susan Hood; as well as a host of extended family and friends.

The family will receive friends from for visitation from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 in the chapel of Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home in Webb City. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention in care of the funeral home. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home, Webb City, Missouri.    

Brian Bremen

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Brian Boyd Bremen, Neosho, MO passed away unexpectedly on July 24, 2018. He was born December 28, 1963 in Atwater, California to John Barnard Bremen, Sr. and Emily Roan Bremen. He moved from California to the Neosho area in 2001. Brian was the manager of Opal Foods feed mill in Neosho. He loved going to casinos and enjoyed racing his hot rod.

Brian and Brandi Ingram were married on December 21, 2012 in Miami, Oklahoma; she survives of the home. He is also survived by his children: Brian Thomas Bremen of Turlock, CA, Krystal Stone of Eldorado Spring, MO, Wyatt Ingram, Hayden Bremen, both of the home, and one child on the way; two brothers: Joseph Paul Carty of Merced, CA and Michael Anthony Carty of Lubbock, TX; and four grandchildren: Skylar Bremen, Conner Bremen, Joseph Stone, and Urikah Stone.

Visitation will be held from 5 until 7 pm, Friday, July 27 at Clark Funeral Home, Granby, Missouri. Services will be at 10 am, Saturday, July 28 at Clark Funeral Home, Granby, Missouri; John Mehrens will officiate. Interment will follow in the Newtonia IOOF Cemetery. Robert Peters, Jerry Whitehorn, Everett Eads, Joseph Paul Carty, Brian Thomas Bremen, and Don Hill will serve as pallbearers.

Bill Crabtree

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Bill J. Crabtree, 84, passed away Friday, July 20, 2018 at Freeman Hospital in Joplin, MO. Bill was born January 3, 1934 in Davin, West Virginia to Jake and Mary Crabtree.

Bill was a resident of Kansas City, MO for many years, then returned to the Southwest Missouri Area. He has been a resident of Carthage, MO since 2002. Bill served in the United States Army from 1956 to 1958. After his military service, he became an electrical lineman. Bill was a 50-year member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and a Mason in the Kansas City Area and a member of the United Methodist Church in Carterville, MO. Bill loved to be outdoors, fishing and hunting whenever possible.

Bill was united in marriage to Carolyn “Northup” on September 7, 1982 in Miami, OK; she survives. He is also survived by two sons, Joe Naebrhaus of Springfield, IL and Kent Offill of Kansas City, MO; two step-daughters, Lisa Ragain of Webb City and Lori Boles of Hillsboro, OR; one brother, Dan Crabtree of Oskaloosa, KS; four sisters, Mescal Spulock of Independence, MO, Sid Terry of Davin, WV, Linda Greene of Basehor, KS and Wilma Blatt of Huntington, WV; 18 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren.

Bill was preceded in death by one son, Billy Crabtree Jr.; one step-son, Barry Duncan; and one grandchild.

Visitation will held from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 27, 2018 at Ulmer Funeral Home in Carthage, MO. Funeral services will immediately follow. Burial will be at Park Cemetery in Carthage.

Contributions may be made to the United Methodist Church in Carterville.

Online condolences may be made at www.ulmerfh.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.

Kathleen Lewis

(From Paul Thomas Funeral Home)

Kathleen Lewis of Miami, OK passed from this life Sunday, July 22, 2018 at St. Francis Hospital in Vinita, OK. She was 73.

Kathleen was born November 6, 1944 in Memphis, TN to Henry George and Meryle Rose (Chandler) Threlfall. She had lived in the Miami area since 1961. She was a registered nurse and had worked at St. John’s Hospital and Freeman Hospital in Joplin, MO, Banner Baywood Hospital in Mesa, AZ and Integris Miami Hospital in Miami, OK, she was also a Real Estate Agent in Afton, OK.

Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband Carl Lloyd “Jiggs” Lewis May 8, 2002 and by her parents and her brother Henry Albert Threlfall.

Survivors include 2 sons Joe Lloyd Lewis and wife Jeana of Miami, OK and Jeff Carl Lewis and wife Kristi of Arma, KS, her sister Sylvia Crossley and husband Bill of Miami, OK, 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Graveside services will be Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at the Mount Hope Cemetery in Afton, OK. Services have been placed in the care of the Paul Thomas Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Miami, OK. Online condolences may be made at www.paulthomasfuneralhomes.com

Duke Locke

(From Friskel Funeral Home)

Virgil Lee “Duke” Locke, of Webb City, former resident of Frontenac, Kansas passed away Saturday, July 21, 2018 at his home.

Duke was born March 18, 1936 to Stanley and Myrtle Belle (Goodhall) Locke in Frontenac, Kansas.

He was a graduate of Frontenac High School. Duke joined the U.S Army after high school and served in the Korean and Vietnam wars. In 1976 he graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles with a bachelor’s degree in Business Management.

Duke worked for Glacier Water Services in Carlsbad, California for 15 years as the director of sales and marketing, he retired in 2003.

He was a member of the Frontenac United Methodist Church. 

Duke served in the U.S. Army for seven years and was also a member of the American Legion Post #43, Frontenac, Kansas and Disabled American Veterans.

Duke is survived by his wife Sandra, son; Gary and wife Ann McDonald, daughter; Patricia Houlebreque, and brother; Raymond and wife Donna Locke and 5 grandchildren

He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter; Robin Mullis, 5 brothers; Richard Locke, Harold Locke, Alfred Locke, Merle Locke, Jack Locke, 5 sisters; Viola Millard-Herford, Nellie Millard, Jane Millard, Virginia Baker and Patricia Coy.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm. Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at the Frontenac City Cemetery in Frontenac, KS.

Condolences may be left at www.friskelfuneralhome.com. Memorials may be made to the Joplin Humane Society or the American Cancer Society; these may be left at or mailed to the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of the Friskel Funeral Home of Frontenac, KS.

Chris Franklin

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Christopher Micheal "Chris" Franklin, 45 years, of Jay, Oklahoma passed away on Sunday, July 22, 2018 at the Mercy Hospital in Joplin, Missouri.

Chris was born on December 29, 1972. He was a truck driver; helped work on trucks and trailers with Harold and Shane; took care of the church yard mowing.

He is survived by his adopted mother and father, Harold and Nova Murray; adopted grandmother, Janie Murray; children, Ethan Franklin, Dallas Franklin, Faith Franklin and Gennie Moeller; siblings, Aaron Evans, Alexander Coffey and Jessica Cantrell and a host of other family and friends who will dearly miss Chris.

Funeral service for Chris will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, July 27, 2018 at the Cornerstone Church in Southwest City, Missouri. Sister Helen Ford and Jamie Stick will officiate. Burial will follow in the Saratoga Springs Cemetery in Southwest City, Missouri. Visitation will be held at the Ozark Funeral Home in Southwest City, Missouri on Thursday, July 26, 2018 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, the family will receive friends at this time.

Michelle Schermerhorn

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

Michelle Dawn Schermerhorn, age 37, of Galena, Kansas passed away, July 19, 2018 at Freeman Hospital West as a result of an automobile accident on July 8, 2018.

Michelle was born July 7, 1981 in Shawnee Mission, Kansas. She had worked at Superior Industries in Pittsburg, Kansas. Michelle loved to swim and fish and just enjoyed life.

Survivors include two sons, Garrett Peterson and Tanner Hennessy, Galena, Kansas; a daughter, Trinity Peterson, Galena, Kansas; her mother and stepfather, Connie and Dwight Clemans, Mindenmines, Missouri, her father Michael Peterson, Bonner Springs, Kansas; one brother, Danny Vaughn, Fulton, Missouri; four sisters, Dana Fowler, Mulberry, Kansas, Tiffany Gray, Shawnee, Kansas, April Ortega, Asbury, Missouri and Krystal Wards, Kansas City, Missouri; grandmothers, Melba Vaughn, Mindenmines, Missouri, and Carolyn Peterson, Bonner Springs, Kansas; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Michelle was preceded in death by an infant son, Matthew Hennessy.

A celebration of life was held Monday, July 23, 2018 at Daniel Funeral Home with Daniel Moss officiating.

Bill Irvin

(From Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home)

William (Bill) G. Irvin Jr., 67, Seneca, MO, passed away July 23, 2018 at Seneca House Nursing Home after a long illness.

William Gordon Irvin Jr. was born September 2, 1950 in Paulsvalley, OK the son of William (Bill) G. Gordon Irvin Sr. and Virginia Lee (Mailes) Irvin. Little Bill, as he was called by his family and friends, was a 1968 graduate of Seneca High School. He loved to fish, hunt and was a big Chiefs fan and loved to watch Seneca Indian Football. Bill served his country in the United States Army. He worked at the former Irvin's DX station located on Main Street of Seneca. He had his own radiator shop in the DX station and was a great mechanic. Bill also formerly worked for the former Milnot plant in Seneca.

Bill was preceded in death by his mother Virginia (Mailes) Irvin in 2015.

Survivors include his father, William (Bill) G. Irvin Sr. Seneca; one brother Wes Irvin and wife Nancy, Grove, Ok; one sister, Shelly Hoofnagle and husband Hal, Joplin, MO; one daughter, Lindsay Irvin, Chicago, Il; and a host of extend family and friends.

A celebration of life memorial service will be held at 6 p.m., Monday, July 30, 2018 at the Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home, Seneca with Truman Brady officiating.

The body has been taken for cremation.

David and Stacy Brewer

(From Derfelt Funeral Home)

David Lee Brewer, age 42, and his wife, Stacey Marie Brewer, age 41, passed away from injuries received when the motorcycle they were riding was involved in a vehicle/motorcycle accident Friday morning, July 20, 2018, west of Columbus, Kan. on highway 160.

David was born Oct. 3, 1975, in Columbus. His parents were Edward Lee Brewer Jr. and Cheryl Lynn (Sills) Brewer. Stacey was born Jan. 18, 1977, in Omaha, Neb. Her parents were Rev. David E Haggard and Cheryl (Kuhl) Haggard.

They were united in marriage July 22, 1995, in Baxter Springs, Kan. They had lived in Riverton for the past eight years. Other cities they had lived were Sublette Kan., Baxter Springs, Seneca, Mo. and Mineola, Texas.
They were members of First Christian Church, in Mineola. They worshipped locally at First Christian Church, Baxter Springs, and Tennessee Friends Church, Galena, Kan.

David was currently employed as a traffic officer with the Joplin (Mo.) Police Department, serving there the past 11 years. He had previously worked as a deputy sheriff in Haskell County, Kan., and as an officer at the Galena (Kan.) Police Department.

He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police. He received recognition from MADD and was recently named as the KGLC Radio Officer of the week. He was a member of the Christian Motorcycle Association, and had competed in the National Law Enforcement Motorcycle Rodeo, in Branson, Mo. Twice he had served as police escort at Arlington National Cemetery, in Washington D.C. David was an avid motorcyclist and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Stacey was currently working as a manager at Teleperformance, in Joplin, for the past two years. She had previously been employed at Freeman West Hospital, in Joplin, as a lab tech for 10 years. She was involved with PDMI Publishing Company and had traveled to Africa twice with New Covenant Ministries. She was also a member of Christian Motorcycle Association and was an avid motorcyclist. Stacey was an herbalist, an author and a photographer.

David is survived by one daughter, Taylor M'Lee Brewer, Riverton; his father, Edward Brewer Jr and wife, Shirley, Baxter Springs; his mother, Cheryl Schooler and husband, Richard, Seneca, Mo.; one sister, Pamela Hunt and husband, Kris, Carl Junction, Mo.; one grandson, Treyson Allen Tygart; and other aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Stacey is survived by her mother, Cheryl Haggard, Baxter Springs; one sister, Sarah L Noel and husband, Scott, Colorado Springs, Colo.; and other aunts and uncles. Her father, Rev. David E. Haggard, preceded her in death.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, July 26, at First Christian Church, Baxter Springs. Pastor Dave Robinson and Cody Graves will officiate. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Baxter Springs. Visitation will be from 6 - 8 p.m., Wednesday, July 25, at Derfelt's Baxter Chapel, Baxter Springs.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Missouri Foundation for David and Stacey Scholarships, in care of the funeral home.

Online condolences may be left at wwww.derfeltfuenralhomes.com.

Jim DeSpain

(From McQueen Funeral Home)

Jimmie R. “Jim” DeSpain, age 87, of Rocky Comfort, Missouri, passed away Thursday, July 19, 2018 at Medical Lodge in Neosho, Missouri.

He was born November 2, 1930 in Gate, Oklahoma the son of Emmitt and Celia (Phelps) DeSpain. In 1954 he married Shirlene Marney and to this union seven children were born.

Surviving are one son Jim DeSpain, Jr. and his wife Katrina of Rocky Comfort, Missouri; five daughters, Marti DeSpain of Phoenix, Arizona, Nema Nyander and her husband Bret of Livingston, Texas, Renee Christman and her husband Rick of Stella, Missouri, Christi Rippen and her husband Jeff of Decatur, Alabama, and Trish Stephens and her husband Lance of Rocky Comfort, Missouri; one brother, Leo DeSpain and his wife Dana of Lake Quivira, Kansas; one sister Eunice Schell and her husband Carl of Mansfield, Texas; one sister-in-law Sandy DeSpain of Lavernia, Texas; ten grandchildren, Joel Haynes, Tiffany Hale, Lindsay Johnson, Reece Steele, Jim DeSpain III, Brandon Tichenor, Nash Rippen, Vanessa Banks, Logan Moore and Toby Moore; 14 great grandchildren; several step-grandchildren and step-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death were his parents; one daughter, Pam DeSpain Channel: one granddaughter, Cassadi Rippen; one brother Wendell DeSpain; one sister Lola Speaks and one brother-in-law Bob Speaks.

Jim moved from Oklahoma to Missouri at the age of 4 ½ years. He attended Horton and Rocky Comfort Grade Schools and Rocky Comfort High School where he graduated. During the Korean War he served in the United States Marines. For thirty-four years he operated a printing press for Hallmark Cards in Kansas City. He was a member of Prosperity Baptist Church in Rocky Comfort. Some of his favorite pastimes were raising cattle, watching the Cardinals and he enjoyed going to Main Street Cafe and Country N in Wheaton.

Services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at Prosperity Baptist Church in Rocky Comfort under direction of McQueen Funeral Home in Wheaton. Burial with military honors will be at Union Cemetery south of Stella, Missouri.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Tuesday at McQueen Funeral Home in Wheaton.

Contributions may be made to Prosperity Baptist Church in memory of Jim.

 

James Knight

(From Clark Funeral Home)

James Ora Knight, 47, passed away suddenly at his Neosho home on July 23, 2018. James was born June 1, 1971 in Monett, MO to Winfred and Doris Ann (Tracy) Knight. He was a lifelong resident of the Fairview and Neosho area and had been employed as a fork truck and machine operator at Tamko in Joplin. James loved cattle farming and his dog, Blue. 

 
James and Kristina Lundstrom were married Aug. 1, 2004 in Joplin; she preceded him in death on Oct. 24, 2017. 

 
He is survived by Kristina's children, Kurtis Cooper of Ava, MO and Kayla (David) Griffin of Neosho; sister, Jackie (Jon) Wren of Neosho; nieces, Laneita Gannon and Teresa (Kenny) White; nephews, Michael (Annie) Knight, Josh Spencer, and Jonny Wren; aunt, Betty Duncan of Zephyrhills, FL; and uncle, Ben (Esta) Knight of Neosho. 

In addition to his wife, James was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Charles Knight, and great niece, McKaylee Baker.

James has been taken for cremation and a memorial service will be announced by the family.

Bill Solomon

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

William C Solomon, age 70, of Carl Junction, MO passed away at 6:00 a.m. Sunday July 22, 2018 at his home. Bill was born November 1, 1947 in Joplin, Mo and was a lifetime area resident. He graduated from Webb City High School in the class of 1965. 

Bill served his country in the U.S. Army and was a member of the V.F.W. and Carl Junction American Legion. Bill attended Missouri Southern State College and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s of Science in Business and Administration, in 1972.

Bill married his high school sweetheart Karla Ann Mahurin Solomon September 23, 1971 and to everyone’s amazement they were married for 46 years. Additional survivors include a son, Andy Solomon of Joplin and one precious granddaughter who was the light of his life, Sophia (So So) Solomon. Brothers in-law; Gale and Terry Mahurin, Oronogo. Joe and Kath Sandridge, Oronogo and his favorite Nephew, Nathan Sandridge and wife, Lindsay and their children Matt & Jake.

Bill's career in the Newspaper Press Industry spanned over 35 year, serving as President of King Press in Joplin. His work took him across the world, traveling extensively in Southeast Asia and India and building lifelong friendships. After his tenure at King Press, Bill owned and operated Graphic Engineering, a newspaper press brokerage company.

Bill never meant a stranger and could always speak their language (so he thought) and had an opinion on whatever they had to say. Bill was a rabid race car enthusiast and was informally recognized by the Postal Service for his Air Mail expertise.

Bill’s desire was to be cremated. A memorial visitation will be held Wednesday at Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory at 5:00 P.M. with eulogies to begin at 6:00. Services have been entrusted to the Mason-Woodard Mortuary and Crematory of Joplin, Mo.

Donations can be made to the Carl Junction, American Legion Memorial Post 781, P.O. Box 165, Carl Junction, Mo 64834, in care of the Funeral Home or to a charity of your choice.

Wild Bill was a one of a kind, and his legacy will live on forever!

Mildred Hamby

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Mildred Ann (Malone) Hamby, 96, died on Sunday, 7/22/2018 – 11:30 am, at her home which she shared with her niece and her husband, Steve and RoiAnn Gardner, Neosho, MO. Mildred was surrounded by her loved ones peacefully departing this world, entering her heavenly home, joining a multitude of loving family and friends.

Mildred was born in McLean, Texas on August 12, 1921 to Harry D Malone, Sr. and Lillian Ester (Craven) Malone. She married William T. Hamby on December 18, 1964. He preceded her in death on November 30, 2006. Mildred had no children but was considered a second mother to many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.

She is survived by stepdaughter, Blanche McKee; step-grandson, Brandon McKee, his wife and children; and Brandon’s father, Larry McKee and wife, Mandy. She is also survived by sister-in-law, Helen Malone, Houston, TX; nieces and nephews – Gregory R. Bridges and wife, Kathy; Mark B. Bridges and wife, Debby; RoiAnn (Bridges) Gardner and husband, Steve; and Bretta Bridges – all of Neosho, MO; Doug Malone and wife Betty, Narcissa, OK; Teryl Malone and wife, Derinda, Seneca, MO; Feryl Malone and wife, Rhonda, Grove, OK; Gayla Osborn, Wyandotte, OK; Sandra Whitehead and Rhonda Jackson and husband, Mickey, Houston, TX; and Jim Malone, Lee Summit, MO. In addition, Mildred had many, many beloved great and great-great nieces and nephews.

Mildred was preceded in death by her parents and all of her siblings along with most of their spouses - Arthur Malone, Houston, TX; Francis Malone and wife, Ruby, Seneca, MO; Harry D Malone, Jr. and wife Muggy, Seneca, MO; and Helen (Malone) Bridges and her husband, Robert, Neosho, MO.

Mildred Malone Hamby, (many called her “Molly”), was a strong, independent woman with a deep faith and powerful spirit. When she was 22 years old, her father died unexpectedly. She and her brothers supported their mother and younger sister, Helen, who was only 15 years old at the time. Aunt Mildred was known for her many stories one of which was retelling her memories at 3 years old of traveling from Texas to Oklahoma in a covered wagon, and also a favorite of her family members in the teaching profession, how as the teacher of a one-room schoolhouse, she walked several miles to and from school daily, and in the cold weather months, arrived early enough each morning to build the fire before the students got to school.

Mildred graduated from Wyandotte High School in Wyandotte, OK in 1939. In 1942, she received her Associate Degree in Teaching (only required at the time) from NEO in Miami, OK which began her teaching career. After she graduated from NEO, she began teaching at North #7, a one-room school house, between Seneca, MO and Miami, OK in September of 1942. She taught 7th grade, all subjects, then High School Science at Seneca, MO from 1944 to 1947; 3rd – 6th grade Arithmetic in Bristow, OK from 1947 to 1948; Junior High Science in Webster Groves,
MO from 1948 to 1952; and, 8th – 9th grade Math and Science in Joplin, MO at South Junior High where she also was Dean of Girls. Throughout these years, Mildred continued her education during the summers receiving her Bachelor’s degree and then in 1958, after taking a one-year sabbatical from teaching, receiving a Master’s of Science Degree from Washington University in St. Louis, MO. After returning from graduate school, Mildred taught Mathematics at Parkwood High School, Joplin, MO from 1958 until her retirement in 1976.

Mildred was a 50-year+ member of Delta Kappa Gamma and a founding member of Park Plaza Christian Church where she attended until her health declined. She will truly be missed by all.

Services have been scheduled for 2:00pm Friday, July 27, 2018 at Park Plaza Christian Church, Joplin, MO, with B. A. Austin, officiating. Burial will be in the Seneca Cemetery, Seneca, MO. Pallbearers will be nephews and great-nephews. The family will receive friends Friday, July 27, 2018 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm at the church before the funeral service.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Park Plaza Building Fund or Avalon Hospice in memory of Mildred.

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

Roz Watts

(From Parker Mortuary)

Rosilan “Roz” Lee Ann Watts, age 40, Joplin, passed away Friday July 20, 2018 at Freeman Hospital, Joplin.

She was born September 1, 1977 in Nevada, MO to Joseph Wallace Fogel II and Deborah Ann Eagan Fogel.

Rosilan married Theodore Lee Watts on February 21, 1998 in Nevada, MO. He survives at the home.

She worked as a parole officer for the State of Kansas Board of Probation and Parole.

She was a member of Whispering Hills Church of Christ, Miami, Ok;

Survivors include her husband, Ted Watts, Joplin; one son, Nathan Stroud and his wife, Langley, Nevada; two daughters, Brittani Watts and Mariah Watts, Joplin; two grandchildren, Keaghan and Jett Stroud, Nevada; her parents, Jody and Debbi Fogel, Joplin; one brother, Joey Fogel, Joplin; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Wilford and Betty Eagan; paternal grandparents, Joseph Wallace and Ellen Vivian Fogel; one uncle, Eddie Eagan; and an aunt, Sally Fogel.

Funeral services are planned for 10:00 a.m. Thursday at Parker Mortuary. Burial will follow at Burkhart Cemetery, Racine. The family will receive friends from 9:00 a.m. until service time at the mortuary.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

George Wade

(From Derfelt Funeral Home)

Reverend George Marion Wade, age 91, passed away at 7:00 pm, Monday, July 24, 2018 at National Health Care, Joplin, MO following an illness.

George was born in Galena KS on July 10, 1927 to Jack and Mary Wade. After graduating from high school in 1945, George enlisted in the US Navy. He served as a control tower operator reaching the rank of 2nd Class Petty Officer. While on Special Shore Patrol Duty at a Navy football game one Saturday afternoon in 1947, George had the opportunity to greet Admiral Halsey to the game. Though few words were exchanged between them, George said it was a great honor to meet the Admiral.

George married Rita Port on February 25, 1946. They had four children together; Paul David (PD), Stan, Philip, and Joye.

George graduated from Central Bible School and Seminary in 1954 and the Course of Study for the Methodist Church in 1968. He had the privilege of attending numerous seminars throughout the United States and many foreign countries. He attended seminars led by Billy Graham and Norman Vincent Peale and had the opportunity to talk to each of them and of course had a story for them. He had a story for every occasion and was well known for these stories and his wit in which he was willing to share with all who were patient enough to listen.

George married Violet Mayberry November 30, 1970. Vi had three sons, Bob, Mark and Tom.

George retired from the United Methodist Church June 29, 2004 having served churches in Kansas, Iowa and Missouri for 50 years in both the Assembly of God and Methodist Church.

George was also a carpenter. He remodeled or built either a parsonage or church building in most every church he ministered. He built a parsonage from ground up in Pierce City, MO and a new 250 seat sanctuary for the St. James Methodist Church in Joplin, MO.

George was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Mary Wade, two brothers, Paul (killed during the Battle of Guadalcanal Nov. 13, 1942) and Bill Wade. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Rita, his second wife, Vi, step-son Mark Mayberry, grandson George Andrew Wade and great-grandson Tyler Eaton.

He is survived by his children, PD Wade and his wife, Debbie of Joplin, Stan Wade and wife Jan of Pineville, Phillip Wade and friend Marye of Girard, KS, Joye Helm and husband Sam of Pineville; step-sons Bib Mayberry and wife Karen of Houston, TX and Tom Mayberry and wife Cindy of Seneca. Survivors also include 7 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren, one nephew Keith Wade and wife Terry of Houston, two nieces, Leslie Schurenstedt and husband Rex of Avon, CO and Jacque Brown of Centerton, AR.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 – 11:00 am, Friday, July 27, 2018 at the Pineville United Methodist Church, Pineville, MO.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 am, Friday, July 27 at the Pineville United Methodist Church. Stand Wade, Phil Wide and Pastor Mark Kailborn will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of Derfelt Funeral Home, Galena, KS.

Military graveside rites will be at 3:00 pm, Friday, July 27, 2018 at Hill Crest Cemetery, Galena, KS.