Lavern Fedie

(From Clark Funeral Home)

LaVern Walter Fedie, 91, Granby, died Aug. 30, 2016 in Neosho, following a recent illness. 

LaVern was born Aug. 31, 1924 in Eau Galle, WI. LaVern served in the U.S. Navy and retired from Rocketdyne as a supervisor and then was a residential contractor. 

 LaVern and Kathryn Delano were married on June 8, 1948 in Garden City, Kansas and she survives. Additional survivors include six children, Cheryl Ford of Neosho; Karen Gibson and husband, Jack of Neosho; Marla Anderson and husband, Art of Joplin; Richard Fedie and wife, Joetta of Brooksville, FL; Susan Lesh and husband, Perry of Berne, IN and Joyce Kramer and husband, James of Parsons, KS; seventeen grandchildren and twenty nine great grandchildren. 

 
Services are under the direction of Clark Funeral Home, Granby, MO.

MEMORIAL SERVICE
Saturday September 3, 2016, 10:00 AM at Clark Funeral Home Granby Chapel

Blake Moser

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Blake Anthony Moser, 29, passed from this world unexpectedly on Saturday, August 27, 2016, at the home of his mother in Noel, Missouri.

He was born on December 28, 1986, at Ft. Riley, Kansas, born to the union of Michael W. and Dalane (Smith) Moser. He attended school in Germany, Ft. Knox, Kentucky, Fountain, Colorado, Smyrna, Tennessee and was a 2005 graduate of McDonald County High School in Anderson, Missouri. He furthered his education at El Paso Community College in El Paso, Texas. Blake also served in the Untied States Army.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Michael Moser, II; paternal grandparents, Jack and June Moser; and maternal grandfather, Johnnie Smith.

Blake is survived by his wife, Christina (Leonard) Moser and son, Rylan Zane Moser of Kansas City, Missouri; two stepdaughters, Caitlyn Brewer of Bentonville, Arkansas and Bella Moser of Kansas City; his parents, CSM Michael Moser and wife, Nicki, of Fountain, Colorado and DaLane (Smith) Dean of Noel, Missouri; two brothers, Brett Ramsey and wife, Carrie, of Grove, Oklahoma and Max Moser of Fountain, Colorado; a sister, Kendra Ramsey of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; grandparents, Seth and Johnie Gail Harlan of Grove, Oklahoma; three nieces, Kinsley, Khloe and Kylie Ramsey of Grove; several aunts, uncles and many friends to cherish is memory.

Visitation services will be held on Friday, September 2, 2016 from 2-4:00 p.m. in the Anderson Chapel of the Ozark Funeral Homes. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through our website, www.ozarkfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of the Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.

Shirley Ernest

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Shirley Ann Ernest, 79, of Neosho, Missouri, departed this life on Sunday, August 28, 2016, at her residence after a sudden illness.

Shirley entered this life on January 6, 1937, in Dover New Jersey, one of three children born to the late Raymond Lewis and Gladys May (Robertson) Sharp. Her formative years were spent in Trenton, New Jersey. On May 7, 1959, she was united in marriage to Thomas H. Ernest, Sr. and to this union five children were born. Being the wife of a Marine, the family made their home in various parts of the United States before moving to Goodman, Missouri, in 1969. For over sixteen years she was employed by Tyson Foods in Neosho, Missouri, retiring in 1994. She enjoyed playing solitaire, gardening, canning, being outdoors, visiting with her neighbors and caring for the elderly. She was a member of Harvest Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Thomas Ernest, Sr. on January 1, 1982; and one brother, Jubie Sharp.

Shirley is survived by her five children, Doris Turney and husband, Everett, of Monett, Missouri, Donna Lee of Reeds, Missouri, Brenda Pogue and husband, Tom, of Goodman, Missouri, Tommy Ernest, Jr. of Neosho, Missouri and Rex Ernest and wife, Becky, of Anderson, Missouri; sixteen grandchildren; twenty-eight great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; a sister, Gladys Smith of the state of New Jersey; as well as a host of other family and friends.

A private family graveside was held at the Howard Cemetery in Goodman, Missouri, with Bro. Kenji Harrington officiating. Those honoring her life by serving as pallbearers were Raymond Brownfield, Brian Pogue, Clifton Pogue, Mike Leak, Jake Leak and Cody Ernest. Robert Lee, Rex Ernest, Jr., Levi Lee and Skyler Ernest served as honorary pallbearers. Memorials are being directed to the Make a Wish Foundation and contributions may be left at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through our website, www.ozarkfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of the Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.

Maxine LeGrand

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

Muriel Maxine LeGrand, age 82, of Lamar, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at Truman Healthcare Center.

Maxine was born January 24, 1934 in Newport, Missouri to Charles Abner and Grace Elizabeth (Brines) Wilkins. She graduated high school and on December 13, 1952, she married William Lee “Billy” LeGrand and together they raised five children. Billy preceded her in death, April 12, 2007. She was a member of Newport Baptist Church and was a farm wife, helping her husband raise crops and cattle.

Maxine leaves behind three sons, Billy LeGrand, Matthew LeGrand, and James LeGrand, all of Lamar; two daughters, Debra LeGrand and Shelly LeGrand, also of Lamar; and two grandchildren, Chase LeGrand of Lamar and Alexis LeGrand of Mulberry, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Charles Wilkins and Carl Wilkins; and one sister, Selma Clawson.

A memorial service will be announced for a later date. She will be buried next to her husband in Newport Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to The Good Samaritan Shop, in care of Daniel Funeral Home.

Henrietta Prock

(From Parker Mortuary)

Henrietta Prock, age 93 of Joplin, passed away at 6:06 p.m. Monday, August 29, 2016 at Freeman West Hospital after a sudden illness.

Henrietta was born September 15, 1922 in Joplin to the late Claude T. Musgrave and Laura Alice Trammell Musgrave and had lived in Joplin most of her life.

She was a 1940 graduate of Joplin High School and was a licensed beautician. She owned and operated Henrietta's Beauty Salon for many years, retiring in 2006 at the age of 84. Henrietta was a faithful member of Forest Park Baptist Church, where she was active with Sunday school.

In addition to her parents, Henrietta was preceded in death by her first husband, Lewis W. Hall, who died in World War II.

Henrietta married Floyd Leonard Prock on February 19, 1948 in Aurora, Missouri. He survives at the home.

Additional survivors include a daughter, Susan Elaine Prock, Estero, Florida.

Services are planned for Thursday at 1:00 p.m. at Parker Mortuary Chapel. Rev. Dr. John Swadley will officiate. Interment will follow at Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends from Noon until service time Thursday at the mortuary.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Ruth Strote

(From Parker Mortuary)

Ruth Florence Strote, 90, of Joplin, passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at 8:50 a.m. at her home, surrounded by her family.

Ruth was born April 15, 1926 in Fairfield, Vermont to the late Pasco Austin and Abbie Austin. Ruth grew up and lived in Rockford, Illinois until 10 years ago when she and her husband, Harold moved to Joplin. She worked as a hairdresser for over 50 years, 15 of those years at Fairhaven Nursing Home as well as owning her own beauty shop.

Ruth married Harold W. Strote on September 2, 1950 in Rockford, Illinois. He preceded her in death on August 17, 2011. Additionally, Ruth is preceded in death by all of her siblings.

Surviving Ruth are two sons, Scott Strote and wife, Cindy of Palos Park, Illinois; Ted Strote and wife, Ellen of Joplin; grandchildren, Benjamin Strote, Jesse Strote, Abbey Holm, Mathew Ciesla and Brittany Perry; great grandchildren, Levi, Luke, Allison Julian, Ian and Sully.

A private family graveside service will take place at Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery, Joplin.

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

Austin Russell

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Austin W. Russell, Age 21, of Carterville, Mo. a lifelong Diamond, Mo. resident, passed away at 7:36 a.m. Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at his home in Carterville, 

Austin was born September 28, 1994 in Joplin, Mo. to Ed and Shelia Hamman Russell Jr. He was a 2013 graduate of Diamond High School and was currently working on a plastics engineering degree at Pittsburg State University. Austin was also working as an engineering intern for Flex-O-Lators, a division of Leggett & Platt in Carthage, working on design projects, process improvements and injection molding. He had also served an internship with Fabrik Molded Plastics in McHenry, Il. He was an active volunteer with the PELP Club at PSU. He was a student member of the Society of Plastics Engineers and served as Secretary in 2014-2015. He contributed to the “Gorilla Bottle” extensively as part of his involvement with SPE. He served as a student demonstrator for Gorilla Scouts in 2015, and volunteered as a student demonstrator for high school tours of Plastics and Career Day. Austin was the recipient of several scholarships including the Paul and Mary Oberholtzer Scholarship in 2013-2014, the Dr. George Graham Plastics Scholarship, 2014-2015, the PSU Plastics Alumni Endowment Scholarship, 2015-2016, and the Plastics Alumni Scholarship, 2016-2017.
Austin was an avid hunter and fisherman, loved to ride motorcycles, and was a Star Wars Fanatic. He was an outstanding brother and friend.

In addition to his parents, Ed and Shelia Russell, of Rural Neosho, Mo. Austin is survived by his brother, Curtis, Carterville, his Paternal Grandparents, Edward and Mary Russell Sr., Diamond, Mo., and his Maternal Grandmother, Vena Moon, Shawnee, Okla.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the First Baptist Church of Diamond with Rev. Philip
McClendon officiating. Burial will follow at the Diamond Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Church in Diamond. Memorial contributions are requested to the Epilepsy Foundation in care of the Mortuary. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mason-Woodard Mortuary of Joplin, Mo.

Dale Walker

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Dale L. Walker, age 72, of Joplin, Mo. passed away at 4:52 p.m. Sunday, August 28, 2016 at Mercy Hospital Joplin following a short illness. Dale was born February 27, 1944 in Moberly, Mo. He spent most of his life in the Moberly-Columbia area. He moved to Joplin three years ago from Freistatt, Mo. Dale worked as a Carpenter in Commercial Construction. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Columbia, Mo. American Legion.

Survivors include a daughter, Jennifer Decker and husband Dan, Neosho, Mo., one son, Cody Walker and wife Rachael, Joplin, five sisters, Sharon Campbell, Lana Dill, and Judy Cornell, all of Mt. Vernon, Mo., Paula Taylor, Miller, Mo., and Kathi Thornhill, Aspen, Co., four brothers, Rodney Enochs, James Enochs, and Tracy Enochs, all of Mt. Vernon, Mo., and Jack Walker, Jefferson City, Mo., and nine grandchildren;, Bethany Sutherlin and husband Zane, Landon Decker, Joseph Decker, Kaden Decker, Logan Decker, Malea Decker, Halle Walker, Jayce Walker, and Kenna Walker. Dale was preceded in death by two sisters, Kay Franklin, and Jacqueline De Haven, and a brother, Steven Walker.

Graveside services with Military Honors will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 7, 2016 at the Missouri Veteran’s Cemetery in Springfield, Mo. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of the Mason-Woodard Mortuary and Crematory of Joplin, Mo.

Jack Worthy

(From Simpson Funeral Home)

Jack Eugene Worthy age 94, of Joplin passed away on Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at Joplin Health & Rehab. 

He was born on July 12, 1922 in Purcell, Missouri to Fred Worthy and Eva (Sillee) Worthy. Jack was the owner of Jack’s Diesel Services until his retirement. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge #335 A.F. & A.M. in Joplin; Scottish Rite Temple in Joplin; Abou Ben Adhem Temple in Springfield, and a member of the Joplin Shriners Club. Jack was an avid fisherman and hunter who loved the outdoors and was never without a pet. He also served on the Airport Drive Water Board as past president and board member for 10 years. 

Jack was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Jo Anna Hoover; brothers, Bud Byler and Bill Byler; 3 sisters, Maxine Dove, Helen Worthy, and Beulah Worthy (infant). He is survived by his wife, Janet Worthy of Joplin; daughters, Jacqueline VanFleet of Tulsa, Jennifer Wodlinger of Santa Rosa, California; brothers, Kenneth Byler of Topeka, Kansas, Tommy Byler of Sherman, Texas; 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. 

The family would like to give special recognition to Bill Seward a lifelong friend for all his care and friendship throughout the years. 

The family will have private graveside services on Thursday, September 1, 2016 at Mount Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to the Joplin Human Society in his memory. 

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

Jimmie Osburn

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Jimmie Wanna "Sissy" Osburn, 78 years, of Noel, Missouri was called to heaven on Monday, August 29 at the Golden Living Center in Anderson, Missouri.

Jimmie was born on August 3, 1938 in Quinton, Oklahoma to the late, Nicholas Joseph and Jimmie Eloise (Brogdon) Roberts. She married Leslie Osburn on July 14, 1978 in Southwest City, Missouri. Her younger years were spent in Oklahoma. She worked in greenhouses and done upholstery work. Jimmie loved to do arts and crafts. She cherished the time spent with family, especially her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, Leslie Osburn; a brother, Nicholas Joseph "Sonny" Roberts and a grandson, Paul Brow.

Jimmie is survived by her four children, Debra Bifulco of Bentonville, Arkansas, Janet Daise and husband, Thomas of Joplin, Missouri, Richard "Sam" Tracy and wife, Alicia of Grove, Oklahoma, Melissa Ussery and husband, Earl of Goodman, Missouri; a brother, Richard Roberts and wife, Paulette of Valley Center, Kansas; seven grandchildren, Elisha Harris, Courtney Barnett, Christine Fowler, Michael Clark, Jerica Harriman, Tracy Mejia and Jeremy Sherman; nine great grandchildren, Presley, Kohura, Destinee, Ameena, Aliyah, Brison, Emily, Erick, Adriana and Haley; along with a host of other relatives and friends who will dearly miss Jimmie.

Funeral services for Jimmie will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, September 1, 2016 in the Anderson Chapel of the Ozark Funeral Home. Pastor Gairy Osburn will officiate. Burial will follow the service in the Butler Creek Cemetery in Sulphur Springs, Arkansas. Those honoring Jimmie's life by serving as pallbearers are Dallas Harriman, Michael Clark, Jeremy Sherman, Thomas Daise, Earl Ussery and Sam Tracy. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Wednesday, August 31, 2016 in the Anderson Chapel of the Ozark funeral homes. The family will receive friends at this time.

Loeta Julian

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

Loeta Marie Haile Julian, age 87, of Lamar, passed away Saturday evening, August 27, 2016, at Barton County Memorial Hospital following a long illness.

Loeta was born October 29, 1928, in Joplin, Missouri, to Frank and Ona (McDaniel) Messer. On October 1, 1949, at Lamar, Loeta married Roland Haile and they had shared more than 44 years together before his death on January 11, 1994. She married Pete Julian November 25, 1995 and he preceded her in death August 23, 2008. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Frank Messer and Ona Messer Hackney; her step-father, Sam Hackney; and her half-brother, Glenn Hackney.

A strong work ethic and interest in sewing and quilting was sparked at an early age as Loeta worked at Sam & Ona Hackney’s Dry Goods Store on the east side of the Lamar square. After graduating from Lamar High School in 1946, Loeta earned a teaching degree from SMS in Springfield and taught at Forest Grove country school for a short time. In addition to being a farm wife and devoted homemaker, Loeta had served as Richland Township Collector for many years. Over the years, she had also worked at the Lamar ASCS Office, Blue Top Restaurant, and Thorco. She will be remembered by many as an accomplished seamstress and avid quilter who enjoyed the challenge of difficult patterns and intricate design.

Survivors include a son, Terry (Becky) Haile of Carthage; a daughter, Melanie (Ron) Bruffett of Lamar; a step-daughter, Beverly (Alan) Babigan of Fayetteville, North Carolina; five grandchildren, April (Tim) Riley, Gretchen (Kyle) Rozeboom, Seth (Ali) Bruffett, Terra (Daniel) Crihfield, and Trevor (Lacy) Haile; ten great-grandchildren, Grace, Kelton, Noah, Owen, Cooper, August, Trace, Loralei, Landry, and Elsa; and many extended Haile and Julian family members.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Friday, September 2ndat Daniel Funeral Home.

A graveside funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 3rd at Mount Carmel Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Barton County Memorial Hospital, Good Shepherd Nursing Home, or Hospice Compassus, in care of the funeral home.

Jerry Coburn

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Dr. Jerry Paul Coburn, 83, of Joplin, Missouri passed away Sunday, August 28th, 2016 surrounded by family at the Webb City Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born September 1, 1932 in Joplin, Missouri to Clarence and Sylvia Coburn.

Jerry graduated from Joplin High School in May of 1951. After graduation he played semi-pro baseball for the Ban Johnson League in Oswego, Kansas. His team won the Kansas State Title in 1952.

Jerry married his sweetheart, Evelyn “Judy” Holmes, on April 4, 1954 in Oswego, Kansas. Their first home was on the Perrin Air Force Base in Sherman, Texas where Jerry served as an Airman First Class from 1952 to 1956.

Over the next 20 years Jerry earned three college degrees, including a PhD Degree from Kansas State University in May of 1976. He held various jobs throughout the years that capitalized on his gift of drafting and design. From 1967 until his retirement in 1989, Jerry taught drafting and design at Missouri Southern State College in Joplin, Missouri, Northern Montana College in Havre, Montana and at the Arkansas State University-Beebe. He was instrumental in starting the Auto CAD program at Beebe, Arkansas. Jerry was beloved by his students.

Jerry enjoyed many hobbies throughout his life including hunting, fishing, bowling, shooting pool, and gardening. The vegetables and strawberries he grew each summer were the delight of his neighbors, friends and family.

Jerry is survived by his wife of 62 years, Evelyn “Judy” Coburn; three sons, Mick Coburn and wife Linda of Carl Junction, Missouri, David Coburn and wife Susan of Olathe, Kansas, Mark Coburn and wife Rita of Nixa, Missouri, daughter, Tamara Gibson and husband Nick of Bentonville, Arkansas, ten grandchildren, Jeremy Coburn, Chase Coburn, Sara Butler (husband Bryan), Rachel Coburn, Josh Coburn (wife Lindsey), Joey Coburn, Justin Sloniker (wife Cindy), Phillip Harrison, Nicholas Gibson, Nate Gibson and six great-grandchildren.

Jerry was preceded in death by his mother and father, Clarence and Sylvia Coburn, a grandson, Nathan Sloniker, and a granddaughter, Laura Coburn.

The 62 years Jerry and Judy had together was a true love story, evidenced in part by the fact that Judy cared for Jerry at home during his six year battle with Alzheimer’s.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to either the Royal Heights United Methodist Church (PO Box 639 Joplin, MO 64802) or the Alzheimer’s Association, http://alz.org – “Join the Cause” in care of the mortuary.

A memorial service has been scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 1, 2016 at the Mason-Woodard Chapel. Gary Thomas, Minister, will officiate. The family will receive friends during a time of visitation following the service.

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

Dean Cloud

(From Parker Mortuary)

Lowell Dean Cloud, age 80, Joplin, passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2016 at Mercy Hospital in Joplin.

Dean was born July 3, 1936 in Clever, Missouri, son of the late Ellis Cloud and Agnes Winegardner Cloud. He graduated from Jasper High School where he played football, basketball, baseball, and ran track. He served in the United States Air Force, and returned to Joplin where he began his career with the Missouri Department of Transportation, working with the Highway Patrol as a weight supervisor. He played softball with the Blendville Christian Church Softball Team, was a member of the YMCA, volunteered with the Jasper County Sheriff's Posse, the Newton County Sheriff's Department, was a member of the Limousine Association, and the last several years was an active member of Park Plaza Christian Church where he served on the Church Board, and was an Elder. He retired in 1991 from the Missouri Highway Patrol, and then worked another 8 years with Sitton Motor Lines, retiring in 1999.

Survivors include his wife of over 60 years, Viola; daughter, Cynthia A. Cloud of Joplin; a son, Gary L. Cloud and wife Kerri of Tallahassee, Florida; grandchildren, Morgan Rhodes, Taylor Beck, Madison Cloud, and Dakota Cloud; great-grandchildren, Rhys, Hudson, and Harper.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary. Private family services are planned for a later date.

Vanilla Fields

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Vanilla Fields, age 94, of Joplin, Missouri transitioned to be with the Lord on August 29, 2016, following a bout with an illness.

Vanilla was born on May 26, 1922, to the late Dave & Artellia Fields in Ringgold Louisiana. She attended school in Ringgold and finished her education in Lincoln High School in Joplin. Prior to Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, Vanilla was baptized in a small Baptist Church in Ringgold, Louisiana and has been a member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church for over fifty years. There she has faithfully worshipped Jesus Christ. Her youth days were filled raising her younger siblings.

Vanilla married Richard Fields in 1950 (he preceded her in death) and in their union she helped in raising 3 nieces and 1 grandnephew. Vanilla went into business as a Beauty Shop owner and soon moved to Los Angeles California where she expanded her operations. She also ventured into the Jewelry business that later assisted her to become very well known in the LA community. After a very rewarding business life, Vanilla and her husband decided to retire in Joplin to attend to her mother-in-law and assist with her father’s failing health.

Vanilla was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, friend, homemaker and entrepreneur. Her greatest love and joy was telling others of Jesus Christ and she taught Sunday School for many years and was part of the Ladies Mission.

Vanilla is survived by Gladys Broadus, Frank Holmes, Diana Fields-Colbert, Henry Fields, and James Fields. She was preceded in death by her brothers David Fields, Walter Fields, Julius Holmes, Chester Fields, Ottis Fields, Ogis Fields and stepmother Exie B. Edwards-Fields. In addition, she is survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

In lieu of “flowers”, the family wishes Memorial contributions be made to Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in care Mason- Woodard Mortuary.

Jerry Jackson

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Gerald “Jerry” Luster Jackson, age 75, of Joplin, Mo passed from this life on Sunday, August 28, 2016 at Spring River Christian Village, following a short illness.

Jerry was born on January 30, 1941 in Joplin, Mo the second son of Theodore Gerald and Fern June “Potts” Jackson. After graduating from high school, he served in the Air Force. He met and married Mary Lane in Cleveland, OH. To this union two children were born, Gerald Jackson, Jr. and Michael Jackson. While in Cleveland Jerry worked for Jones and Laughlin Steel Company. After relocating to Denver, CO he was employed by the University Hospital. Throughout his life Gerry was a fun loving person with personality and charm. He never met a stranger.

Preceding him in death by his father, Theodore Gerald Jackson, brother, Donald Floyd Jackson, sister, Janis Lee Jones and son, Gerald Jackson, Jr. He is survived by his mother, Fern Jackson of Joplin; his brother, Theodore W. Jackson of Denver, CO; his son Michael and wife Mary of Los Angeles, CA; five grandchildren Marc, Myles, Madison, Yasmine, and Michala and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and very dear friends. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday September 6, 2016 at the Mason-Woodard Mortuary Chapel. The Reverend Troy Webb will officiate. Burial will follow at the Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the mortuary from 10:00 a.m. until service time on Tuesday.

Debra Hamby

(From Paul Thomas Funeral Home)

Debra Jean Hamby of Commerce, OK passed away Saturday, August 27, 2016 in Kansas City, KS. She was 61.

Debra was born March 19, 1955 in Tulsa, OK to Earl Byron “Puss” and Imogene (Anderson) Fisher. She was a lifetime Picher and Commerce resident. She graduated from Picher – Cardin High School in 1973 and later graduated from NEO A&M College in Miami in 2004. She was a home health provider for Good Shepherd Hospice and a member of the First Baptist Church in Quapaw, OK.

Survivors include 2 sons Thomas Earl Bowling and wife Jamie of Quapaw, OK and Rusty Bowling of Phoenix, AZ, 2 daughters, Drenna Robertson and husband Matt of Quapaw, OK and Gina Green and husband Ryan of Carl Junction, MO, 3 step sons Jake Hamby and wife Julie of St. Louis, MO, Bobby King of Quapaw, OK and Jason King and wife Ty of Tulsa, OK, 2 step daughters Amber Hamby of Joplin, MO and April Blair and husband Steven of Miami, OK, her brother David Fisher and wife Sheila of Yukon, OK, 12 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild
.
Funeral Services will be Friday, September 2, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Quapaw, OK. Rev. Matt Robertson will officiate. Interment will be in Glen Abbey Memorial Gardens in Miami. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Paul Thomas Funeral Home Chapel in Miami. 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

Mary Ragland

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Mrs. Mary Malinda Ragland, 97, of Goodman, Missouri, departed this life on Friday, August 26, 2016, at her residence after a brief illness.

Mary entered this life on November 11, 1918, in Stella, Missouri, one of three daughters born to the late Rufus Henry and Lillie Sealy (Beavers) England. She was a lifelong area resident. On May 7, 1943, she was united in marriage to Herbert Ragland and together they shared thirty-nine years before his passing on July 13, 1982. For several years she and Herbert owned and operated Ragland Bag Company located in Goodman. She enjoyed crocheting, quilting and reading her Bible. She was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church in Goodman, Missouri.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Herbert Ragland; and a sister, Neomi England.

Mary is survived by two sisters, Verlie Spears of the state of California and Minnie Gibson and husband, Owen, of Anderson, Missouri; one niece; four nephews; several great and great-great nieces and nephews; as well as a host of other family and friends.

Funeral services will be held graveside at Peace Valley Cemetery in Anderson, Missouri, on Wednesday, August 31, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. with Bro. Frank Crosby officiating. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through our website, www.ozarkfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of the Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.

Baby Belle

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

A public memorial service will be held 6:00 pm, Thursday, September 1, 2016 at Daniel Funeral Home for Baby Belle, the infant found in Barton County pond.

Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery at a later date. A memorial fund will be established to cover the cost of a grave stone.

Bob Stults

(From Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Robert Charles “Bob” Stults, Webb City, died Saturday afternoon, August 27, 2016, following several months of illness. He was 88.

Bob was born to Charles “Charlie” Stults and Hope (Nesbitt) Stults on May 29, 1928, at Jane Chinn Hospital in Webb City. He was their only child. Bob spent his childhood on North Roane Street in the home built by his grandfather Nesbitt. Bob was baptized in the First Presbyterian Church in Webb City and graduated in the Class of 1946 from Webb City High School. He then enlisted in the Navy and served two years, primarily in the Pacific. Following his tour of duty, in 1948, he enrolled at Georgia Tech University, graduating in 1952 with a degree in Electrical Engineering. He then went to work for Shell Oil Company. He also worked for a time as a civilian employee at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City. In the early 1960’s with the space program in full swing, he was employed by NASA at the Johnson Space Center in Houston. He retired after 20 years, in 1983 and returned to his home state of Missouri, but continued to work as a consultant for NASA and the Department of Energy.

Bob married Sue Slight in 1954 and they had two children: Kathryn “Katy” Stults and Charles R. “Chip” Stults. They survive- Katy in the Denton, Tx, area and Chip in the Houston area. Bob is also survived by two grandsons, Robert “Robbie” and Clayton “Clay”, and a great grandson, Braxton, all of the Houston, Texas, area. Sue passed away in 1968.

Upon Bob’s return to Missouri in 1983, he renewed many acquaintances from his school years. One of these, Janet (James) Sagehorn was divorced and living in Neosho. They married in 1985, and she survives. They built a home in Neosho and resided there until moving to Loma Linda in 2000. In 2015, seeing the need to down-size and be closer to ‘necessities’, they moved to Webb City – ‘back to their roots’, so to speak.

In addition to Bob’s own family, he his survived by Janet’s three children: Kearney Sagehorn and wife LaNette, Clifton Park, NY; Amy (Sagehorn) Tucker and husband Rick, Loma Linda, MO, and five step-grandchildren: Hunter, August and Freya Sagehorn, Clifton Park, NY; and Jess and Mason Tucker, Springfield, MO.

Bob was extremely proud of his heritage and has amassed volumes of his family genealogy. He was particularly proud to have retained several acres of the farm his great-grandfather Stults purchased on Ivy Road near Oronogo, in 1868. He spent many happy, peaceful hours there, keeping it looking ‘neat’.

No formal services are planned. A Celebration of Love of Life will be held at a later date.

Private family burial will be held in Webb City Cemetery in the Nesbitt plot along with his parents and grandparents.

The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to: Avalon Hospice, Visiting Angels, and Webb City Health and Rehabilitation staff for the tender, loving care given to our Dear One during his last illness. May God Bless.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart association in care of Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home.



Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home, Webb City, Missouri.

Betty Louden

(From Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Louden, age 86, of Alba, Missouri, born on December 6, 1929, passed away on Sunday, August 27, 2016.

She married Eugene Louden. He preceded her in death.

Together they had four children; John Louden (Barb) of Atwood, Il, Bill Louden of Alba, Missouri, Patrick Louden (deceased) and Mary Louden of Alba, Missouri.

Also surviving are her grandchildren, Charidy (Bryan) Butcher of Atwood, Il, Chad (Mary Rose) Louden of Decatur, Il, Bambi (Donnie) Sluder of Webb City, Mo, Victoria Louden of Arizona, Christopher Louden of Carthage, Missouri, and Tyler Louden of Carthage, Missouri; several great grandchildren, her siblings, Sue (Roy) Williams of Branson, Missouri, Lola Kay (Pat) Coffey of Washington and Frankie Crane of California.

No formal services will be held at this time.

Lee Campbell

(From Weng Funeral Chapel)

Lee Thomas Campbell, 44 of Diamond, MO passed away August 27, 2016 in Jasper, Missouri after a sudden illness. 

He was born September 29, 1971 in Davenport, Iowa to Thomas L. and Lura Lee (Hollenbeck) Campbell. Lee worked in maintenance for Schreiber's Cheese Plant. He also was a volunteer fireman for the Jasper Fire Department for five years. Lee served in the Army National Guard and was a member of the Carterville First Baptist Church. 

Lee was united in marriage to Theresa Ledford. She survives. Other survivors include his mother, Lura Lee Campbell. One son, Christopher Patel. Two daughters, Julie Mahoney and Alicia Campbell. One brother, Byron Campbell. One sister, Sheryl Sippel. And five grandchildren. 

Services will be held on Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at 3:00 P.M. at Weng Funeral Chapel, Jasper, MO..The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 30, 2016 from 7:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Weng Funeral Chapel, Jasper, MO.. 

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Weng Funeral Chapel, Jasper, MO.. Online condolences can be made at wengfuneralchapel.com

Lucas Glover

(From Parker Mortuary)

Lucas Michael Glover, age 2, Webb City, passed away Sunday, August 28, 2016 at his home after a lifelong battle with Alpers-Huttenlocher Syndrome.

Lucas was born October 6, 2013 in Joplin, son of Toney Glover and Lisa Glover. He affected many lives in his short time with us, and will be greatly missed. He was a member of Christ's Community United Methodist Church. The family would like to thank all their friends and family for their support during this time, and the new friends at Children's Mercy in Kansas City for their loving care during Lucas's time there. Lucas was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, and an uncle, Michael Pendergraft.

Survivors include his parents, Toney and Lisa Glover; sister, Ashlyn Halvorsen; brothers, Isaac Halvorsen and Alexander Glover; grandparents, Marty and Rebecca Pendergraft of Oronogo, Missouri, Steve and Mary Glover of Joplin; great-grandparents, Fred and Louise Martindale of Joplin, and Faye McCreary of Webb City, Missouri; aunts, Michelle Weston of Joplin, and April Wasson and husband Josh of Seneca; several cousins.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at Christ's Community United Methodist Church with Pastor Chris Sloan officiating. Interment will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Parker Mortuary on Tuesday from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

The family requests that memorial contributions be made to Christ's Community United Methodist Church.

Joshua West

(From Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Mr. Joshua Gernie West, 38, of Reeds, Missouri formerly of Houston, Texas departed life suddenly on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at his home.

Joshua entered this life on January 18, 1978 in Houston, Texas. A few years ago he relocated to Reeds, Missouri to live with his extended family, Pam and Stanley Jones. He worked for years as a handyman.

Joshua is survived by his mother, Elizabeth West of Houston, Texas; his brother, Jordan West also of Houston, Texas; his aunts and uncles, Aunt Leslie and Uncle Jerry Payne, Aunt Melinda and Uncle Walter Stavinoha, and Aunt Darlene and Uncle Stephen McGee; several cousins, Heather, Ashley, Taylor, Thomas, Samantha, Stephen, Charlie, Caitland, Levi and their families; as well as a host of other family and friends.

A memorial gathering will be Saturday, August 27, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home is Sarcoxie, Missouri. On line condolences may be sent to the family through our website www.housh-goodwinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home, Sarcoxie, Missouri.

Charlotte Eveland

(From Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Charlotte J. Eveland, age 72 of Webb City, Missouri passed away Thursday August 25, 2016 following an illness.

She was born February 10, 1944 in Muskegon, Michigan to Wayne and Maxine (Adams) Miller.

Charlotte worked for the former Self Serve Convenience Store in Carterville, Missouri as well as for Wal Mart in Grove, Oklahoma and Seneca Cayuga Casino.

She married Ronald Eveland on January 15, 1971 in Miami, Oklahoma, and he survives. She is also survived by four sons, Terry Blackburn and wife Sherry, Cherokee, Oklahoma, Ray Parker and wife Jennifer, Carl Junction, Missouri, Ronald Eveland, Webb City, Missouri, Walter Eveland and wife Jeni, Waco, Missouri; two daughters, Raelen Smart and husband Roy, Gainesville, Missouri, Shannon Coulson, Joplin, Missouri; two sisters, Walene Sharp and husband Gary, Carterville, Missouri, Susan Johnson and husband Dale, Joplin, Missouri; 24 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren.

Charlotte was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Stacy Parker, one brother, John Miller, and one sister, Charlene Phillips.

Memorial services will be 2:00 pm Wednesday August 31, 2016 at the Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home with Denny Carver officiating. Inurnment will follow at a later date.

Aroura Chavez

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Aroura Lynn Chavez, 3 month old infant daughter of Matthew Chavez and Jessica Hare of Goodman, Missouri, entered this life on May 20, 2016, in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. She passed into the loving arms of Jesus on Wednesday morning, August 24, 2016.

Aroura is survived by her parents, Matthew Chavez and Jessica Hare; her twin brother, Kalen Chavez; maternal grandparents, Frances and John Hare of Goodman, Missouri; paternal grandparents, Elena and Patrick Tyree of Bentonville, Arkansas; maternal grandmothers, Janette Brown of the state of Texas and Delores McNutt of the state of Tennessee; paternal great grandmother, Robin Garza of Bentonville; two aunts, Angela Fagan and Elizabeth Chavez; two uncles, Michael Hare and Aaron Tyree; as well as a host of other family.

Graveside services will be held on Friday, September 2, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. at Oakwood Cemetery near Neosho, Missouri, with Pastor Bob Holloway officiating. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through our website, www.ozarkfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of the Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.

Tom Gilbreath

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Thomas “Tom” Gilbreath passed away August 19, 2016 in Springfield, Missouri. Tom was born December 22, 1954 in Carthage, Missouri to William O. and Irene Garrison Gilbreath. Tom was a lifetime Carthage resident and raised beef cattle. He also owned and operated Carthage Pump Supply, recently retired.

Tom was united in marriage to Barbara Dodd on March 9, 1974 at the First United Methodist Church in Joplin, Missouri; she survives. Tom is survived by two brothers, Frank Gilbreath and Wes Gilbreath and wife Janice, two nieces, three nephews, six great nieces and one great nephew. Memorial services will be held at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Carthage, Missouri at a later date.

Contributions may be made to the Margaret Grove Scholarship Fund, the Mark Gilbreath Scholarship Fund or St. Ann’s School in care of Ulmer Funeral Home.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.

Charles Swafford

(From Knell Mortuary)

Charles M. Swafford, 53, Carthage, MO passed away, Wednesday morning, August 24, 2016 at his home. Charles Marvin Swafford was born July 13, 1963 in Carthage, MO to Charles Alvin Swafford and Betty Lou (Lasiter) Swafford. He was a graduate of Carthage Senior High School, Class of 1982. Charles married Lori Ann Huddleston on July 29, 1989 in Carthage, she survives. He most recently worked as a CNA for Carthage Health and Rehab. Charles was a member of the Grand Ave Church of God, Carthage.

Survivors include his wife; Lori Swafford, Carthage, three sons; Jonathan Fierro, Carthage, Ryan (wife MaRissa), Carthage, Logan Swafford, Carthage, three sisters; Judy (husband Martin) Bland, Jasper County, MO, Janel (husband Mike) Gunn, Carterville, MO, Janese Johnson, Carthage, and three grandchildren; Zoey Fierro, Seth Swafford, and Mollie Swafford.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial services will be held at a later date in Park Cemetery, Carthage. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Knell Mortuary.

Jack Jones

(From Konantz Warden Funeral Home)

Curtis Leroy “Jack” Jones was born on February 11, 1921 to Claude W. and Sarah Opal Jones in Knob Noster, Missouri. 

Jack spent most of his 95 plus years in Barton County attending Anderson rural school until the 8th grade. In 1941 he married Alma Seay and began to farm on his own near Milford. They had one son, Richard, born in 1944. Jack loved travel, new experiences and “figuring things out.” He was indeed a “Jack of all trades.” Four summers they followed the wheat harvest from Texas to North Dakota with Aunt Alma cooking for the crew. He worked some as a dairy helper in Oklahoma and Arkansas. He also sheared sheep and could finish 72 in a day “without a nick.” In 1956 he bought 60 acres on KK highway and began to work for Owens Service Station. Later he bought the Conoco Station on 160, He also raised rabbits commercially for Pel-Freez out of Arkansas. After selling the station in 1960, he worked for Lewis LP Gas for six years. From 1966 until his retirement he worked for Superior Supply in Joplin. They moved to Joplin during that period; then, back to Lamar in 1991. Jack loved to travel. He and Alma drove to Alaska to visit Richard’s family several summers.

Once Jack and Richard rode from here to Fairbanks on their motorcycles. They also enjoyed “snowbirding” in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas with many good friends. He enjoyed square dancing, bluegrass and gospel music, fishing, playing cards with anyone willing to try.
Jack was a lifetime member of Hopewell Cumberland Presbyterian Church serving several years as Sunday School Superintendent in his younger years. Jack was the second of eight children in his family and the only boy! Four sisters preceded him in death: Madeline Phipps, Alma Reaves, Mary Williams and Wanda Jones. His son Richard died in December 2014 and his wife Alma in March 2015. They were married 73 ½ years. Jack is survived by his daughter-in-law Shirley Jones of Fairbanks, Alaska; two Granddaughters Marcie Jones and Stacie Ryman; one grandson Austin Ryman. Also surviving are three sisters: Olive Pyatt and Reba Simmons of Lamar and Sarah White of Boerne, Texas; and 24 living nieces and nephews.

Service Information
Saturday, August 27th, 2016, 10:00am
Lee Howard officiating
Konantz Warden Funeral Home
1301 Gulf St
Lamar, MO

Steve Williams

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

Steven Wayne Williams, age 58, of Lamar, passed away Thursday morning, August 25, 2016, at his home surrounded by his family.

     Steve was born July 23, 1958, in Smithville, Missouri, one of the five children of Woodford and Wanda (White) Williams.  At a young age, he moved with his family to Mindenmines and graduated from Liberal High School in 1976.  Steve then joined the Army National Guard and proudly served his country for 20 years.  In addition, he worked for 30 years at O’Sullivan Industries.  When the plant closed in 2007, Steve hired on at Leggett & Platt, working in Carthage until ill health forced his retirement in April 2016.

     On June 4, 1999, at Las Vegas, Nevada, Steve married his best friend, Linda Kay Howerton and they made wonderful memories bowling, fishing, and camping together.  Steve was an avid St. Louis Cardinals and Kansas City Chiefs fan and enjoyed any movie, as long as John Wayne was in it.  His greatest joy came from the fellowship of good friends and time spent with family, especially his grandchildren.

     Survivors include his wife, Linda, of the home; three daughters, Tina (Gary) Stauffer, Belton, Missouri, Aubrey Williams & companion, Robert Hada, Nevada, Missouri; and Audrey (Matthew) Hart, Sheldon, Missouri; a brother, David Williams & Ann, Lamar; three sisters, Pat (Charles) Burr and Linda (Keith) Franklin, all of Lamar, and Juanita (Mike) Boyd, state of Virginia; and four grandchildren, Trinten and Ethan Stauffer, Jeremy Knowlton, and Emma Hada.  Steve was preceded in death by his parents and an uncle, Tom Williams.

     Funeral services will be held at 6:00 p.m. Saturday, August 27^th at Daniel Funeral Home where the family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until service time Saturday. 

June Rushing

(From Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Mrs. Wanda June Rushing, 84, of Sarcoxie, MO departed this life on Sunday, August 21, 2016 at the Sarcoxie Nursing Center surrounded by her loving family.

June entered this life on August 20, 1932 in Sarcoxie MO. She was salutatorian of the Sarcoxie High School class of 1950, and later attended Bethany Nazarene College. On August 24, 1952 she was united in marriage to Hilman Kenneth Rushing in Coffeyville, Kansas, sharing sixty three years. She also attended Brumley School of Music and played piano for Albert Brumley on the radio. June was an accomplished pianist and played for several evangelistic groups. She and her husband were members of the evangelistic group, The Rushing Family singers. She was the pianist for her church and also enjoyed playing the accordion. While living in Florida, she worked eighteen years as a secretary and office manager for two Doctors. After living in Alabama and Florida for several years, she returned home to Sarcoxie in 1989. She was a member of Carthage First Church of The Nazarene. She loved spending time with her family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, Jack Sooter.

June is survived by her husband; one son, Ken Rushing and wife Kathy of Sarcoxie, two daughters, Rowena Farley and husband Phil of Carthage, and Rhonda Seaton and husband Steve of Oklahoma City; six grandchildren, John Farley and wife Cynthia, Kelly Rushing, Kyler Rushing and wife Kandy, Rebekah Bienhoff and husband Nate; Jacob Seaton and wife Christy and Heather Seaton; eleven great grandchildren and two due in December; one brother Gene Sooter and wife Wilma of Murphysboro, Tenn; one sister in law, Pat Sooter; several nieces and nephews; as well as a host of family and friends.



Memorial services for Mrs. Rushing are 4:00 p.m. Sunday, August 28, 2016 at Carthage First Church of The Nazarene with Pastor Dustin Ledford officiating. Visitation will be 3:00 p.m. prior to the service. The family has requested memorial contributions be made to the Gideon’s. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home, Sarcoxie, Mo.

Craig Goodman

(From Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Craig Brent Goodman, 59, of Sarcoxie, MO departed this life on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at his home.

Craig entered this life on November 4, 1956 in Carthage, MO to the union of Tommy and Betty (Houston) Goodman. He was a 1974 graduate of Sarcoxie High School and Missouri Southern State University. He was a retired Missouri Highway Patrolman. He was a lifelong resident of Sarcoxie, MO.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Betty Goodman; and his grandparents.

Craig is survived by his uncle, Lonnie Houston of Sarcoxie, MO; his cousins, Greg Houston of Sarcoxie, MO; Karen Grimm and husband David of Strafford, MO; Brady Houston, Gavin Grimm, Gordon Grimm and Brooke Robinson; as well as a host of other family and friends.

Private memorial services will be held at a later date. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through our websitewww.houshgoodwinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home, Sarcoxie, MO.

Becki Brown

(From Parker Mortuary)

Becki Lynn Mullins Brown, 57 of Webb City, went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at 1:05 p.m. at Freeman Hospital, surrounded by her family.

Becki was born March 19, 1959 in Webb City to Jerry Mayes and Norma Dunlap Mayes. She was a graduate of Webb City High School with the class of 1977. Becki worked for Bruner Drug in Webb City and later for H&R Block as a tax preparer. Becki was also an avid pool player, beating many of the top players in her league. When health allowed, Becki attended both Grace Pointe Church in Carthage and Servants Church in Webb City.

On January 31, 2008, Becki married Steve "Brownie" Brown in Webb City. He survives of the home. Additional survivors include her mother, Norma Mayes of Webb City; son, Shane Mullins and daughter, Alexi Brown, both of Webb City; many extended family and friends that will greatly miss Becki.

Becki is preceded in death by her father, Jerry Mayes, grandparents and her first husband, John Mullins.

A Celebration of Life has been planned for Monday, August 29 at 11:00 a.m. at Grace Pointe Assembly of God Church in Carthage with visitation starting at 10:00 a.m. up to service time.

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

Terry Brown

(From Parker Mortuary)

Terry G. Brown, Jr. age 54, Joplin, passed away Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at his home after a sudden illness.

Terry was born June 6, 1962 in Joplin and was a lifetime resident.

He was a graduate of Memorial High School and worked as an auto mechanic.

Terry is survived by his mother, Betty Brown, Joplin; and siblings, Peggy Layton, Andrew Brown, Melanie Conway, Rachal Bales, Tiffany Jane and Daniel Phillips.

Terry has been taken for cremation. The family is planning a private memorial at a later date.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Jimmie Rogers

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Mr. Jimmie Ray Rogers, 87, of Anderson, Missouri, departed this life on Monday morning, August 22, 2016, at The Communities of Wildwood Ranch in Joplin, Missouri, after a brief illness.

Jimmie entered this life on May 16, 1929, in Anderson, Missouri, one of four children born to the late Polly and Beulah (Chandler) Rogers. He was a lifelong area resident and a graduate of Anderson High School. At the age of twenty-two he was drafted into the Minor Leagues by the St. Louis Cardinals as a pitcher during the 1951 and 52 seasons. On August 25, 1954, in Bentonville, Arkansas, he was united in marriage to Carol Ann Morgan and to this union one son and three daughters were born. For several years he was employed by Teledyne in Neosho, Missouri, as a jet mechanic and technician, retiring in 1991. Jimmie also farmed throughout his life raising poultry and cattle. He enjoyed fishing, bird hunting and spending life on his beloved farm. Most importantly, Jimmie recently gave his life to Christ. Although his family is mourning his passing they find great comfort in knowing that he has been reunited with his wife and those loved ones gone before him and is now in the very presence of the one who saved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife of fifty-two years, Carol Ann Rogers on March 17, 2007; two brothers, Jack and George Rogers; and two grandsons, Miles Thomas and Jacob Rogers.

Jimmie is survived by his four children, Earl Rogers of Bella Vista, Arkansas, Tama Mueller of Anderson and Cheryl Thomas and Traci Owens both of Rogers, Arkansas; seven grandchildren; five great grandchildren; a sister, Madeline Hall of Goodman, Missouri; a sister in-law, Carley Tagliaferri and husband, Al, of Rohnert Park, California; a brother in-law, Bill Morgan of Bella Vista, Arkansas; several nieces and nephews; as well as a host of other family and friends.

Funeral services for Mr. Rogers are 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 26, 2016, in the Anderson Chapel of the Ozark Funeral Homes with Pastor Dennis Bergen officiating. Burial will follow in the Banner Cemetery. Those honoring his life by serving as pallbearers are Max Thomas, Sam Thomas, Luke Thomas, Jerry Morgan, Kyle Maihofer and Melvin Jordon. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 5-7:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Memorials are being directed to the Banner Church of the Nazarene and contributions may be left at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through our website, www.ozarkfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of the Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.

JoNell Lawyer

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Mrs. JoNell Lawyer, 74, of Jane, Missouri, departed this life on Tuesday, August 23, 2016, in the comfort of her home after a recent decline in health.

JoNell entered this life on April 28, 1942, in Hornersville, Missouri, daughter of the late Charles and Audry McKee. She was raised and attended high school and college in California. While in California, she owned and operated her own beauty salon. On November 11, 1974, she was united in marriage to Harold Eugene Lawyer and together they shared thirty-eight years before his passing on August 7, 2013. They moved to Jane, Missouri, in 1983, and for several years Jonell was employed by Sam’s Club, retiring in 2001. After retirement she became a partner in the Jane Store for four years. She served as Secretary for the Village of Jane and was President of the Jane Public Water Department. She was instrumental with numerous improvements to the water quality in Jane. She enjoyed hard work, fishing, cooking and baking. She also competed in the 1964 Olympics in Tokyo, winning a silver metal in shot-put. JoNell was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Harold Lawyer; a son, Tony DeMartini; and a grandson, Anthony DeMartini.

JoNell is survived by one son, Steve DeMartini of Jackson, Califronia; a daughter, Lori Griffith and husband, Scott, of Jane, Missouri; two daughters-in-law, Barbara DeMartini of Folsom, California and Geneva Hanson and husband, Richard, of Anderson, Missouri; nine grandchildren, Tammy, Paul, Joseph, and Marlo DeMartini, Jeff Garrett, Cassie Ball, Heather Maze, Michael Griffith and Katie McKibben; eight great grandchildren, David, Sean, Megan, Zachery, Joseph Jr., Della, Deena and Madison; thirteen great-great grandchildren; her best-friend, Joyce Marrs of Jane, Missouri; as well as a host of other family and friends.

Funeral services for Mrs. Lawyer are 2:00 p.m. Friday, August 26, 2016, at Emmanuel Baptist Church near Jane, Missouri, with Bro. Jim Day officiating. Burial will follow in the Jane Cemetery. Those honoring her life by serving as pallbearers are David Garrett, Zachery Garrett, Jeff Garrett, Michael Griffith and Paul DeMartini. Sean Garrett, Joseph DeMartini, Bill Anderson and Tucker Ellis will be serving as honorary pallbearers. Memorials are being directed to the Emmanuel Baptist Church and contributions may be left at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through our website, www.ozarkfuneralhome.com. 

 Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of the Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.

Connie Reed

(From Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary)

Connie Rae Hilburn Reed (Lansdown), 68, of Joplin, passed away Monday, August 22, 2016.

She was born on July 21, 1948, in McMinnville, Oregon, to the late Clifford Hilburn and Willa Geane Gundell Lemon. She lived in various states growing up before settling in the Joplin area in 1991. Connie enjoyed spending her time visiting garage sales and flea markets and she especially loved being “Nanny” to her sweet grandchildren.

Connie was preceded in death by her biological parents; her step-father, David Lemon; her step-mother, Kathleen Hilburn; and one brother, Billy Leon Hilburn.

Survivors include her five children, Jeff Reed and wife, Liz, of Cassville, Missouri, Doug Reed and wife, Gracie of Granby, Missouri, Brandy Hobson and husband, Michael, of Joplin, Casey Himmelsbach and husband, Reece, of Neohso, Missouri, and Jana Babst and husband, Robert, of Springfield; and one sister, Janice Kay Rubenaker, of California; and ten grandchildren, Brody Stout, Nellie Jo Reed, Cotton Reed, Sara Hobson, Ryan Hobson, Katee Hobson, Addison Hobson, Bradli Himmelsbach, a baby boy due in October, Giuliana Babst and Harper Babst.

A memorial graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 27, 2016, at Russell Cemetery in Butterfield, Missouri.

Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary, Joplin, Missouri.

Lida Turner

(From Konantz Warden Funeral Home)

Lida L. Turner, of Joplin, age 82, passed away Tuesday, August 23rd, 2016, at Freeman West Hospital surrounded by her family. Lida was born to Chester E. and Mildred E. (Blair) Austin, April 27, 1934 in Lamar, MO. She attended grade school in Boston, MO, and high school in Lamar, graduating with the Class of 1952. She married David Turner and to that union were born Chris, Jan and Jeffrey. She worked for Freeman Hospital for most of her working career and retired in 1998. She has called Joplin her home for the last 50 years and has been a long time member of the First United Methodist Church. Lida was happiest when her home was filled with family. Her two grandchildren brought her tremendous joy. She will be fondly remembered by all for her sense of humor and quick wit.

Lida is survived by her three children, Chris Turner and wife Tracy of Plano, TX, Jan Shelley and husband Larry of Carl Junction, MO, and Jeffery Turner and spouse Doug Taylor of Dallas, TX; two grandsons, Sam Turner and fiancée Jacy Kirksey of Denver, CO, and Jake Turner of Plano, TX. Also surviving is her sister Sue Craft of Leawood, KS, as well as many nephews and extended family. Preceding her in death were her parents, a brother Jim Austin Sr. and a sister Donna Austin.

Funeral services are planned for Friday, August 26th at 11 A.M. in Lamar, MO, at the Konantz Warden Funeral Home. There will be a visitation Thursday from 6 to 8 PM. Burial will be be at the Lake Cemetery in Lamar.

Ann Cash

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Anna Marie Cash age 80, of Joplin, Mo passed away August 23, 2016 at the Webb City Health & Rehabilitation Center. She was born on November 18, 1935 in Carthage, Mo the daughter of James and Bessie Hagen. Ann attended grade schools in Nevada, Mo and high school in Carthage, Mo. She worked at J.C. Penney for several years. She was a member of the Woman’s Club of Joplin and a member of the Women’s Golf Association of Schifferdecker gold course in Joplin.

Ann married Raymond Cash, her husband of 62 years, at the First Baptist Church in Carthage, Mo in 1954. Ann is a member of First Community Church.

Ann was preceded in death by a son Gary Cash, her parents and a brother Charles Hagen. Survivors include a daughter Linda and husband Mark Whitteck of Webb City, Mo; one brother Herbert Hagen of Fresno, Ca; three sisters, Evelyn Davenport of Joplin, Mo, Elvira and husband Frank Lathorp of Weir, Ks, and Josephine and husband Lee Dellinger of Amarillo, Tx; two grandsons, Joel Hoyt of Webb City, Mo, and Jason Hoyt of Lee’s Summit Mo; and two great-granddaughters.

Graveside services will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday August 26, 2016 at Osborne Cemetery.

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

Kris Watts

(From Parker Mortuary)

Kristopher Dean 'Kris' Watts, age 22, Langley, Oklahoma, passed away Monday, August 22, 2016 in Grove, Oklahoma.

Kris was born September 21, 1993 in Joplin and had worked in the food service industry.
He is survived by his father, Jack Watts and his wife, April, Langley; siblings, Chevelle Watts, Neosho, Hailee Masoner, Langley, Robert Masoner, Langley, Kody Simpson, Joplin, Jacob Simpson, Joplin, Savannah Tate, Joplin, Summer Tate, Joplin; grandparents, Wanda Boyd and Bill Young and Sandy Taylor; great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Bill German; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial visitation is planned for Saturday, August 27, 2016 from 3-5:00 p.m. at Parker Mortuary.
Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Rosetta Dust

(From Knell Mortuary)

Rosetta Dust, 68, Joplin, MO, passed away Friday evening, August 12, 2016 at her home. Rosetta Dust was born April 20, 1948 in Jasper County, MO to the late Tom A. Dust and Thelma (Bonner) Dust. She was a homemaker.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Albert Lee Dust.

Memorial graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Friday, August 26, 2016 at Greenlawn Cemetery, Jasper, MO. Rev. Ron Franklin will officiate. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Knell Mortuary, Carthage.

Jerry Dover

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Gerald M. “Jerry” Dover, age 86, of Joplin, Mo. passed away at 8:15 a.m. Monday, August 22, 2016 at the home of his daughter in Broken Arrow, Ok. Jerry was born May 15, 1930 in Wilburton, Kansas and had lived in Joplin the last 60 years. Jerry owned Dover’s Service Station at 23rd, and Main St., retiring in the early 90’s. Jerry was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, and was part of the team that took care of the Church yard. He and his wife were volunteers with Crosslines Ministries, Jerry was an avid fisherman, and coin collector. He completely restored a 1920 Model T, and enjoyed showing it off in local parades.

Jerry married Betty Freihage March 25, 1950 in Pierce City, Mo. She preceded him in death on September 27, 2010. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Teresa Chapman, three brothers, Ellsworth, Frank, and Cecil Dale Dover, and two sisters, Ruth Prier, and Letha Andrews. Survivors include a daughter, Diana Cook, Broken Arrow, Ok., five grandchildren, Corey Ford, Colby Cook and wife Bridget, Nikki Ford and husband Dusty McDaniel, Brad Cook and wife Crystal, and Casey Callihan, and twelve great grandchildren. Jerry is also survived by a young man, Jack Smith of Joplin, who he mentored his entire life.

Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday at the Immanuel Lutheran Church with Pastor Gregory Mech officiating. Entombment will follow at Ozark Memorial Park Mausoleum. Visitation will be from 6-7 p.m. Wednesday at the Chapel. Memorial contributions are requested to the Immanuel Lutheran School in care of the Mortuary. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mason-Woodard Mortuary of Joplin, Mo.

Kelly Grassi

(From Parker Mortuary)

Kelly Denise Grassi, age 47, Joplin, passed away at 3:48 a.m. Friday, August 19, 2016 at Mercy Hospital after a sudden illness.

Kelly was born November 16, 1968 in Carthage, Missouri to the late Barry Cantu and Mildred Givens Cantu and had lived in the area all of her life.

She was a 1987 graduate of Joplin High School and worked as a secretary. Kelly was a blessing to her family and friends and would do anything within her means for them.

Survivors include two children, Christopher Sean and Chelsea Rae; her mother and step father, Mildred and Ron Hornbeck, Carthage; a sister, Tammy Hale and husband, Todd, Joplin; a brother, Kael Cantu, Joplin; father, Barry Cantu, Kansas; five grandchildren, Jayson, Landon, Lindsay, Natalie, Adalyn; one niece; five nephews; four great nieces and two great nephews.

Services are planned for Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. at Parker Mortuary Chapel. The family will receive friends following the services at the mortuary.

Iva Williams

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Iva Ellen Williams, 89, Naples, FL, passed away Thursday morning, August 18, 2016 at Avow Hospice House, Naples, FL. Iva was born on October 23, 1926, northeast of Carthage, MO. She proudly graduated from Carthage High School with the Class of 1945. Iva married H.P. ‘Bud’ Williams in Columbus, KS, October 25, 1945; he preceded her in death on April 27, 2001.

She was a homemaker and worked with Bud on their dairy farm northeast of Newtonia, MO. She also worked from Tyson Foods in Neosho for 19 ½ years. She joined the Newtonia Methodist Church in 1957.

She survived by her son, Harold Williams and wife Teressa of Naples, FL and two grandchildren, TSgt Danial Williams and wife Jovelyn, USAF, Mildenhall Air Base, England, and Margaret Williams of Naples, FL and four great granddaughters.

Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 27, at the Clark Funeral Home in Granby, MO. Interment will be in the Fasken Cemetery, northeast of Carthage, MO following the service.

Services are under the direction of Clark Funeral Home, Granby, MO.

Henry Johns

(From Knell Mortuary)

Henry E. Johns, 95, Carthage, passed away Saturday, August 20, 2016 at Mercy Hospital in Joplin.

Born October, 1920 in St. Louis, MO, son of the late Henry Everett Johns, Sr. and Esther Julia Rosenthal Johns. He was preceded in death by two siblings, Lorraine Schaller and Hazel Marty, grandson Brian Robertson, and his beloved wife of 72 years, Bernice Marie Juangling Johns.

He was a graduate of Normandy High School, St. Louis, MO, 1939.
In July 1942, he married Bernice in Shrewsbury, MO. He served in the Army from 1943 as a pilot in WWII, and honorably discharged in 1945.

He worked in St. Louis for the Chamber of Commerce and the Guardian Life Insurance Company, both in sales, until he was recalled to the U.S. Air Force for the Korean War conflict in 1951.

Henry and Bernice traveled and lived around the world in his military service, visiting and living in Japan, Georgia, California, Nebraska, Morocco, and Guam. Along the way they had ten children, eight daughters; Judith (Jay) Robertson, Niangua, MO; Jean (Robert Burk) Mazza, San Rafael, California; Janice Smalley, Joplin, MO; JoAnne Bennett, Kansas City, MO; Julie Leibbrand, Joplin, MO; Jerri (Ed) Decker, Olathe, KS; Jamie (David) Ishmael, Houston, TX; and Jacqueline (Bruce) Gabriel, Sedalia, MO; two sons, Jeffrey (Vicky) Johns, La Quinta, CA, and Jonathan Johns, Santa Rosa, CA; twenty grandchildren, thirty great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

His primary duties in the service until he retired in 1970 were “personnel and facility management.” He pursued his education diligently, attending numerous training events with the service as well as night school to achieve his bachelor degree at the University of Omaha in Nebraska.

He enjoyed buying and selling antiques, was an amateur magician, and loved to share jokes with friends and family.

After retiring from the air force, he turned his love and knowledge of antiques and collectibles into a business with his wife Bernice. He continued pursuing his education by gaining expert knowledge in many areas of the antique business.
Henry attended church at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Carthage, and was an active member of Knights of Columbus for 63 years, recently receiving a lifetime achievement award. He was always devout in his religion, active at St. Ann’s for 46 years.
He once wrote that he wanted his epitaph to be: “Here lies Henry Johns: He loved God, family and country.”

Rosary will be held 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, August 24, 2016, with visitation following until 7 p.m. at Knell Mortuary, Carthage. Funeral mass will be held 10 a.m., Thursday, August 25, 2016 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Carthage. Interment will follow the service at Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts are suggested to St. Ann’s Church, St. Ann’s School, or Knights of Columbus in care of Knell Mortuary, 308 W. Chestnut, Carthage, MO 64836. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Knell Mortuary.

James Oberzan

(From Derfelt Funeral Home)

James Robert Oberzan, age 88 formerly of Oswego, passed away at the Mount Vernon Veteran’s Home at 7:55 AM on August 20, 2016.

James was born in West Mineral, KS on May 31, 1928 to the union of Martin Patrick Oberzan and Teresa Marie (Spendal) Oberzan. He graduated from West Mineral High School and attended Kansas State Teacher’s College, now Pittsburg State University, where he received his Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Commerce. He enlisted in the US Army during the Korean Conflict and served from 1950-1952. In the Army, he was a teacher and also served in the Pentagon.

Upon returning to Oswego, James worked at Glenn Berry Manufacturing where he was a plant manager. He was also employed at Crane Incorporated. He left and started a business with Arthur Goettel called Pettett Manufacturing in Miami, OK where he was a shareholder and Vice-President. After selling that business, he moved to Great Bend, KS for a short period and worked for the Sara Lee Corporation before retiring in 1996.

James was an accomplished organist, playing for many of the area churches, but most recently for St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Joplin, MO where he was a faithful member, attending church every morning. He could play anything on the keyboards by ear, and was also a virtuoso accordion musician. He was an avid lover of cars, and loved spending time building things and being a self-made carpenter in his spare time.

James married Ruby L. Oberzan on July 31, 1955 in Oswego. She preceded him in death on March 2, 1985.

He was also preceded in death by two sons, Paul E. Oberzan (2015), and infant Francis Oberzan (1962); one daughter, infant Pamela Oberzan (April 21, 1964); and two brothers, Edward Oberzan and Charles Oberzan.

Survivors include one son, Michael J. Oberzan of Joplin, MO; one daughter, Kathleen L. (Oberzan) Hutson (husband, Michael Hutson) of Derby, KS; three grandchildren, Aimee L. Oberzan, Cody L. Hutson, and Troy J. Hutson; and one great-granddaughter, Payten M. Hutson.

A funeral mass will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, August 25, 2016 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Joplin, MO. Private family burial will take place at Oswego Cemetery following the service.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com.

Mary Gilbert

(From Derfelt Funeral Home)

Mary Louise Gilbert, age 73, passed away at 8:10 am, Sunday, August 21, 2016 at Galena Nursing and Rehabilitation Center following an illness.

Mary was born November 12, 1942 in Galena, KS. Her parents were Charles “Bud” and Fern (Lammers) Sweet. She was a lifetime resident of Galena.

She graduated from Galena High School with the Class of 1962. For 14 years, she was a teacher/counselor at Galena Head Start. She later worked as a custodian with the Galena Schools. She was also babysitter nurturing several children from the Galena area over the years.

She was a member of First Baptist Church, Galena, KS. She enjoyed walking, quilting, and working with other craft projects. But her favorite pastime was watching her grandchildren’s activities.

Mary was married to Robert Lee Gilbert on May 23, 1963 in Galena, KS. He passed away March 3, 2002. She was also preceded in death by her parents, and one sister, Judy Stapleton.

Surviving is one son Mike Gilbert; two daughters, Susan New (husband, Marty), and Stacy Barker (husband, J.D.) all of Galena,; two brothers, Charlie (wife, Betty) Sweet, and Kenny Sweet, all of Galena; one sister, Phyllis (husband, Ernie) Brown, Webb City, MO; 7 grandchildren, Karessa (husband, Ryan) Cannon, Kelsey (husband, Coltyn) Seifert, Katie New, Shantel Barker, Colton Barker, Chance Gilbert, and Mika Gilbert; and two great-grandchildren, Kyan and Keely Cannon.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 am, Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at First Baptist Church, Galena, KS. Pastor Jeff Swart and Pastor Dave Robinson will officiate. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Galena, KS.


The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 8:00 pm, Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at Derfelt Funeral Home, Galena, KS. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, Galena, KS in care of the funeral home.

Vic Tomlinson

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Mr. Thomas Victor “Vic” Tomlinson, 98, of Anderson, Missouri, departed this life on Sunday morning, August 21, 2016, at Freeman Hospital West in Joplin, Missouri, after a slow decline in health.

Vic was born on the family farm in Anderson, Missouri, on March 13, 1918, son of the late Thomas Gregory and Mary Jane (Grissom) Tomlinson. He resided his entire life of ninety-eight years on the same beautiful farm of 287 acres along the banks of Indian Creek. On October 29, 1938, he was united in marriage to Irene Griffin and to this union two daughters and one son were born. Throughout his life he farmed and raised dairy and beef cattle, a worthy profession he dearly loved. He enjoyed spending time on his tractor and visiting with his neighbors. Vic was of the Full Gospel Faith.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of sixty-four years, Irene Tomlinson on June 7, 2003; two children, Learon Tomlinson and Louise Gardner; five sisters, Geneva, Elva, Venona, Iva and Vera; and one brother, Gerald.

Vic is survived by one daughter, Wilma Jean Ware of Anderson, Missouri; four grandchildren, Tim Tomlinson, Doug Roberts, Dwayne Roberts and Mara-Lynn Freeman; seventeen great grandchildren; several great-great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; as well as a host of other family and friends.

Funeral services for Mr. Tomlinson are 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 25, 2016, in the Anderson Chapel of the Ozark Funeral Homes, with Pastor P.J. Hutchinson officiating. Burial will follow in the Anderson Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday evening from 5-7:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Memorials are being directed to Anderson Cemetery Care Fund and contributions may be left at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through our website, www.ozarkfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of the Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.