Pauline Snodgrass

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Anna Pauline Snodgrass, age 95 of Joplin, MO, passed away on Friday August 30, 2019 at Dade County Nursing Home in Greenfield, MO.

Pauline was born on November 11, 1923 in South Greenfield, MO, the daughter of the late John and Clara (Mallory) Withrow. She was known to be an avid, competitive and accomplished archer in her youth and adulthood. At the age of sixteen she received her beautician's license from the Joplin School of Cosmetology.

She then married Robert Dewey Maddox in 1941. She was called by her country to build aircraft in Wichita, KS, until the war ended in 1945. She was a true “Rosie The Riveter”. In 1964, she married Clyde L. Snodgrass of Duquesne, MO. She was owner/operator of Pauline’s Coiffures located at 1302 Joplin Street from 1969 to 2007, retiring at the age of 83. She was a lifelong member of the Joplin Board of Cosmetology. She was a former member of the Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed reading in her spare time.

She was preceded in death by one brother, Loyd T. Withrow; one sister, Alice Marie Withrow; one son, Gary Dean Maddox; and her husband, Clyde L Snodgrass.

She leaves behind a grandson, Gary Maddox II; one great-grandson; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

A visitation honoring Pauline and Clyde Snodgrass will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday September 6th at 1109 S. Duquesne Road, Joplin, MO.

Pamela Arbuckle

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Pamela Sue Arbuckle age 66 of Pittsburg, KS passed away 3:25 am Saturday August 31, 2019 at Ascension Via Christie in Pittsburg, KS. She was born April 16, 1953 in Pittsburg, KS to Charles Eugene and Leola Mae (Swift) Arbuckle Sr. 

Pamela lived in the Pittsburg area most of her life, obtained a Bachelors degree and was a school teacher for the Golden City public school system. She loved going to casinos and playing bingo.

Survivors include her Parents; Charles Eugene and Leola Mae Arbuckle Sr. of Pittsburg, KS., one Sister; Cheryl Shipman of Frontenac, KS., one brother; Charles Eugene Arbuckle Jr. of Frontenac, KS., one niece; Michelle Shipman of Pittsburg, KS., one nephew; Justin and (Sarah) Shipman of Pittsburg, KS., two great-nieces; Madison and Sophia and one great-nephew; Noah all of Pittsburg, KS.

There will be a private memorial family gathering at a later date. 

Bath-Naylor Funeral Home 522 S. Broadway Pittsburg, KS 66762 is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be left at www.bathnaylor.com.

Janis Mitchell

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Janis Rose Mitchell was born April 5, 1949 in Neosho, Missouri, the daughter of Hayden and Elma (Gibbens) Boyer. She entered into rest on August 30, 2019 in Joplin, Missouri, following a lengthy illness at the age of 70.

Janis was a lifelong area resident, a homemaker and of the Baptist Faith. She enjoyed scrapbooking, she was an avid collector and she especially enjoyed being with her children and grandchildren. Her two fur babies, Libby and Alley Cat were very dear to her. 

Janis is survived by six children, Paula Robbins and husband, Steve of Joplin; John Richardson of Joplin; Jennifer Manning and husband, Brian of Florida; Clay Yarbrough and wife, Tina of Seneca; Vivian Williams and husband, Ray of Houston, Texas and Melanie Salyer of Missouri; eight brothers, Bud Boyer and wife, Sue of Neosho; Jim Boyer and wife, Bonnie of Neosho; Mickey Boyer of Neosho; Tex Boyer and wife, Katie of Neosho; Steve Boyer and wife, Carol of Neosho; Tony Boyer of Seneca; Bert Boyer of Seneca and Brian Boyer of Neosho; three sisters, Peggy Ming of Neosho; Joyce Saunders and husband, Bob of Neosho and Carolyn Jones and husband, Eddie of Neosho; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

She is preceded in death by her husband, Dale Mitchell, her parents, two brothers, Ted Boyer and Don Boyer and a sister, Ethel Randolph.

FUNERAL SERVICE

Clark Chapel of Memories
Tuesday, September 03, 2019
2 PM
312 S. Wood St.
Neosho, MO 64850

Robert Watkins

(From Derfelt Funeral Home)

Robert Gene Watkins, age 92 of rural Baxter Springs, KS, passed away at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin, MO at 7:15 AM on Tuesday, August 27, 2019.

Robert was born in Galena, KS on February 19, 1927 to the union of Leo Bill Watkins and Ida Mae (Rogers) Watkins. 

Shortly after his 17th birthday, he began his military service with the US Navy, service on the USS Olmstead from April 1944 to March 1946. After being discharged, he chose to reenlist, this time serving with the US Army from April 1950 to January 1951. Shortly upon his Army discharge, he enlisted with the US Air Force, serving until January of 1955. His military service spanned a timeframe of nearly 11 years, and he received 7 military medals for his service. 

Upon his return from military service, Robert lived in the Galena, Baxter Springs, and Lowell, KS area for all of his adult life. He worked as a Union Painter, attended the Quapaw Assembly of God, and was a member of the Elks Lodge and the Baxter Springs VFW. He was a skilled craftsman and enjoyed carpentry projects including adding on to their homes. He loved his family and the time he was able to spend with them, whether it was gathering around the table to play cards with friends, or heading out to dinner with his brothers. 

Robert was united in marriage with Dayna “Earlene” Webber on June 14, 1957. They recently celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary. She survives. 

Additional survivors include three daughters, Jeanne Lynn Link of Galena, Kimberly Sue Watkins of Baxter Springs, and Sandra Kay Lewis (husband, Gary) of San Marcos, TX; three sisters, Doris Adams of Galena, Jane Sturgis (husband, Clark) of Galena, and Mary Jo Williams (husband, Danny) of Joplin; as well as 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Ida Mae Watkins; one son, Bobby Gene Watkins; four brothers, Bill, Jack, Ted, and Jerry Watkins; and two sisters, Betty McQuillen and Jean Watkins.

Mr. Watkins has been entrusted to Derfelt Funeral Home of Galena for cremation. A memorial service will be held at 12:00 PM on Friday, August 30, 2019 at Derfelt Funeral Home of Galena.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com.

Bonnie Crandall

(From Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary)

Mrs. Bonnie Mae Crandall, 67, of Galena, Kansas, formerly of Joplin, Missouri, passed away Thursday, August 29, 2019, at her residence.

Bonnie was born April 16, 1952, in Salem, Missouri, to the union of the late Jesse Edgar and Nancy Ellen (Prater) Turner. She attended schools in and around Salem. On October 26, 1968, she was united in marriage to Ace Leon Crandall and together they shared nearly 40 years before his passing on January 5, 2008. Bonnie enjoyed being a homemaker and caring for her children and grandchildren.

Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ace; her infant son, Dale Leon Crandall; a brother, Harley Turner; and a nephew, Jesse Robbins.

Survivors include her daughter, Tammy Richardson, and husband, Burl, of Galena, Kansas; her son, Jerry Crandall, and wife, Trisha, of Joplin, Missouri; five grandchildren, Paige Cates, Mark Crandall, Daniel Lamarr, Stormy Anderson and Beryl Sue Richardson; several great-grandchildren; three siblings, Dale Turner and wife, Candace, and Nancy Marrill, all of Salem, Missouri, and Fredia Bunton of Cuba, Missouri; as well as a host of extended family and friends.

Memorial services will be held by the family at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary, Joplin, Missouri.

Wade Hampel

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Charles Wade Hampel, 36, Fairview, MO passed away August 29, 2019. He was born February 19, 1983 in Layton, UT to Charles Roger and Julia Lynn (Wallace) Hampel.

Wade was a lifelong resident of the Neosho area. He was a health caregiver with New Visions Group Homes. Wade loved the Denver Broncos football team and being with his friends. 

He is survived by his father, Charles (Chuck) Hampel and wife, Melanie of Joplin, MO; maternal grandparents, John and Helen Porter of Neosho, MO, and Charles and Glenda Wallace of Broken Arrow, OK; two uncles, Kevin Wallace and wife, Amanda, and James Hampel; one aunt, Bernice Keeler; numerous cousins and other family members; and many friends. 

Wade was preceded in death by his mother, Julia Morton on August 10, 2009 and his paternal grandparents, Paul and Verna Hampel.

Memorial services will be held Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at 2:00 pm at Clark Funeral Home, Neosho, MO. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home Wednesday from 1:00 until service time. Contributions will be used to establish The Wade Hampel Memorial at New Visions Group Homes and may be sent c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 66; Neosho, MO 64850.

Jackaline Lule

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Jackaline Kay Lule- Saturday, July 20, 1996 to Thursday, August 15, 2019

Her Journey's Just Begun

Don't think of her as gone away, her Journey's just begun, Life hold so many facets, this Earth is only one.

Just thing of her as resting, from the sorrows and the tears, in a place of worth and comfort, where there are no days and no years.

Think how she must be wishing, that we could know today, how nothing but our sadness can really pass away. And think of her as living in the hearts of those she touched, for nothing loved is ever lost, and she was loved so much.

The family will hold a memorial service for Jackaline, at the Anderson First Christian Church, 311 Jefferson Street, Anderson, MO 64831, on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at 6:00 pm

Shrop Dunaway

(From Knell Mortuary)

Frank S. “Shrop” Dunaway III, age 71, Carthage, Missouri, passed away Wednesday afternoon, August 28, 2019 at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, Missouri. Shrop was born December 29, 1947 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to the late Frank S. Dunaway, Jr. and Mary Helen (Garvin) Dunaway. He was a 1966 graduate of Carthage High School. He then graduated from the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee with a bachelor’s degree in English literature. Shrop was a veteran, serving his country in the United States Army. He owned and operated Legacy Advisory Services in Carthage. Shrop was a member of the Grace Episcopal Church, Carthage.

Survivors include Salley Schwartz, Cedar Crest, New Mexico; three sons, Frank S. Dunaway IV (Tammy), Rowlett, Texas, Charles G. Dunaway, Sandpoint, Idaho, and William P. Dunaway, Crescent City, California; one brother, Garvin Dunaway (Charlotte), Tulsa, Oklahoma; two sisters, Charlotte Holland Joyce (Max), Jefferson City, Missouri, and Helen Marie Haughey (Jeff), Tulsa, Oklahoma; and three grandchildren.

He was also preceded in death by one sister, Joan Keenan.

Memorial services will be held 4:30 pm, Saturday, August 31, 2019 at Grace Episcopal Church, Carthage. Memorial gifts are suggested to the Carthage Community Foundation in care of Knell Mortuary. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Knell Mortuary.

Dick Taylor

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Richard S. “Dick” Taylor, 80 passed away August 29, 2019 at his home in Joplin. Dick was born January 26, 1939 in Carthage Missouri to Paul and Edna “Page” Taylor. He was raised in the Jasper Missouri area and attended schools there.

Dick worked in refrigeration for Joe Harding for 33 years retiring as a service manager. He enjoyed fishing and retired to the Stockton lake area. He enjoyed his grandkids very much.

Dick was united in marriage to Flora Fern Stuckey September 4, 1960 in Jasper, Missouri, she survives.

Dick is survived by two sons Wes Taylor and wife Gina of Joplin and Brad Taylor and wife Georgia of Joplin; six grandchildren Jeremy Taylor, Jessica Maynard (Dalton), Jake Taylor, Zachary Taylor (Tawnee), Priscilla Simon (Logan), Valerie Keyser (Chase); and nine great grandchildren.

Dick was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Alford Taylor and one great grandchild.

Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday August 31, 2019 at Ulmer Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday August 30, 2019 at Ulmer Funeral Home. Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery. Contributions can be made to the Regional Hospice in care of Ulmer Funeral Home. Online condolence can be made at www.ulmerfh.com. 

Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.

John Gastel

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

John Charles Gastel, 73, of Jasper, MO passed away on Monday, August 26, 2019 at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, OK after a short illness. John was born on July 21, 1946 to Gene and Dorothy Andrews Gastel. He graduated from Jasper High School in 1964. He was a lifelong farmer for over 65 years in the Jasper and Lamar area.

On December 9, 1967, John and Sue Ann McClintock were joined in marriage in Lamar, MO. They were married for 40 years. She preceded him in death on January 11, 2008. John loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed going to see movies and shows in Branson. He also enjoyed playing golf and one highlight was a hole-in-one shot at the Carthage Golf Course.

John is survived by five daughters--Amy Atnip and husband Carl of Carthage, MO; Lori Gastel of Webb City, MO; Julie Lambert and husband John of Portland, OR; Lisa Gastel of Kansas City, MO; Sara Gastel-Roth and husband Courtney of Webb City, MO; six grandchildren--Kieran, Eva, Brady, Lincoln, Rowan and Roddy; brothers David Gene Gastel and wife Sharon of Rocklin, CA and Robert Gastel of Sand Springs, OK; sister Mary Passmore and husband Jim of Elk City, ID; brothers-in-law Jeff Galitz of Grayslake, IL and Bill McClintock and wife Sandra of Naperville, IL; friend Roberta Koontz and family of Golden City, MO; lifelong friend, Denny Hartley of Carthage, MO along with extended family and numerous friends. 

He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters Nina Galitz and Ruth Nowlin; brother-in-law Larry Nowlin and sister-in-law Carol Gastel.

A memorial service will be held at the Daniel Funeral Home and Chapel in Lamar, MO on Monday, September 2, 2019 at 1:00 pm.

Contributions can be made payable to the Dorothy Andrews Gastel Memorial Teachers Scholarship at Pittsburg State University or the Zero-The End of Prostate Cancer fund in care of the funeral home.

All arrangements are under the direction of Daniel Funeral Home in Lamar, MO.

Dan Haase

(From Lakin Funeral Home)

Danny "Dan" Haase, age 72, of Pierce City, MO died on Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, MO. Mr. Haase was born in Pierce City, MO on Tuesday, July 01, 1947. He was the son of Earl and Laveta (Davis) Haase. Mr. Haase was married to Sue Gray on August 15, 1997. He graduated from Midway High School in 1965. He was a farmer for many years and loved the Joplin Regional Stockyards where he worked as a fieldman. Mr. Haase enjoyed working with cattle, loved watching his grandkids play sports, loved spending time with family, and enjoyed traveling. Mr. Haase always had a joke to tell.

Surviving are the following: his wife, Sue of the home; one son, Jason (Linda) Haase of Pierce City, MO; two step-sons, Shane (Kristi) Alford of Joplin, MO and Marty (Jessica) Rinehart of Carthage, MO; one step-daughter, Jeri (Chuck) Sailor of Carthage, MO; one sister, Earlene (Bob) Gillman of Jacksonville, FL; one brother, Richard Haase of Pierce City, MO; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Mr. Haase was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Barbara England (April 21, 1995) and a daughter, Carmen Haase (May 7, 1990).

The family will receive friends at Lakin Funeral Home in Pierce City, MO on Tuesday, September 3, 2019 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Funeral Services will follow at 4:00 PM with Kenny Carney officiating. Burial will follow at Clear Creek Cemetery in Pierce City, MO. Arrangements are entrusted to the personal care and direction of Lakin Funeral Home in Pierce City, MO.

Max Dodson

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Max Richard Dodson, age 84, of Joplin, MO, passed away on Wednesday August 28, 2019, at Freeman Hospital, following an illness.

Max was born on July 4, 1935 in Carthage, MO, the son of the late Theodore and Hazel (Lambeth) Dodson. He has been a lifetime area resident. He served his country in the United States Army. On December 24, 1957 he married Loetta Robertson in Carthage, MO, together they raised two children.

In 1969 he opened Commercial Glass & Metal. This year they celebrated fifty years in business. He was a dedicated business owner who was devoted to the success of his company. He was a member of Frisco Church and formerly attended 2nd Assembly of God Church. He was also a member of the YMCA. His hobbies included; riding motorcycles, hunting, fishing, and hiking at Roaring River. At the age of 80 he took up skydiving. He loved hanging out with his five year-old great-grandson, J’Alan.

He is survived by his wife of sixty-one years, Loetta Dodson, Joplin; one son, Greg Dodson and wife Janet, Monkey Island, OK; one daughter, Cayla Wasson and husband Brent, Wichita, KS; one granddaughter, Katelyn Dodson, Webb City, MO; one great-grandson, J’Alan Ross, Webb City, MO; one sister, Janice Dodson, Augusta, KS; and his mother-in-law, Jannetta Robertson, Webb City, MO.

He was preceded in death by his brother Glen Dodson.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday at Frisco Church in Webb City, MO. Pastor Matt Snyder will officiate. Burial will be in Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery.

The visitation will be 5-7:00 p.m. Monday at Frisco Church in Webb City, MO. Memorial contributions may be given to the Neosho Fish Hatchery in care of the mortuary.

Correen Sumagpang

(From Parker Mortuary)

Correen Maxine Sumagpang, age 55, Quapaw, Oklahoma, passed away on Monday, August 26, 2019 at Freeman West after a battle with cervical cancer.

Correen was born December 17, 1963 in Fort Bragg, California. She grew up and attended school in California. She moved to the four state area 28 years ago, and most recently was working for Downstream Casino as an Account Clerk, a position she held for 10 years. She was a member of the Joplin Seventh-day Adventist Church. Her hobbies included caring for her farm animals, especially horses. She was a woman of strong faith who loved spending time with her family, especially her kids and grandkids.

She is survived by her parents: John R. Arledge and Lucille Pearson Schoonover; sisters, Elizabeth, Martha, and Rena; her husband, Herson A. Sumagpang; children, Joseph Sumagpang, Trista Boyd (Johnny), Jesse Sumagpang (Erica Gandy), and Eugene Sumagpang (Sara); and grandchildren. She is also loved and will be missed by her in-laws, nieces, nephews, and many friends.

The family will receive friends at Parker Mortuary on Thursday, August 29, 2019 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held Friday, August 30, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the Joplin Seventh-day Adventist Church with Pastor Jeff Werda officiating. Interment will follow in Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to Herson Sumagpang.

Thelma Nielsen

(From Konantz Warden Funeral Home)

Thelma Corine Nielsen, 95, recently residing in Carthage, Missouri, passed away on August 26, 2019, at St. Luke's Nursing Center in Carthage Missouri.

Thelma was born in Lamar, Missouri to Paul Eugene and Cora Ann Long Walters on August 28, 1923. She graduated from Lamar High School and attended Drury College in Springfield, Missouri; Park College, Parkville, Missouri and the University of Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri. After college she worked as a secretary in Kansas City, Missouri and Phoenix, Arizona before joining the Department of State, Foreign Service, in 1946. She served tours of duty in Iceland, Austria, Kenya, Turkey and Afghanistan. 

While in Afghanistan she met and married another Foreign Service Officer, Steve Nielsen. They then served tours of duty together in Liberia, Viet Nam, Washington D.C. and Mexico. Thelma retired in 1976 after serving 30 years in the Foreign Service. After Steve's retirement in 1978, they moved to Hinton, Iowa and in 1984 moved to Bella Vista, Arkansas where they lived until Steve's death in 2018. Thelma moved to St. Luke's Nursing Center in April of 2018.

Thelma was preceded in death by two brothers, Allen Walters and Paul Walters, Jr., and two sisters, Gene Youngs and Gloria Mayfield.

Thelma is survived by sisters-in-law Edith Walters of Lamar, Missouri and Lorraine Lake of Sebring, Florida, and numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews.

Graveside services are planned for 2 p.m. on Thursday, August 29, 2019, at Lake Cemetery in Lamar, Missouri.

Phyllis Woirhaye

(From Konantz Warden Funeral Home)

Phyllis Jeanne Woirhaye, 81, passed away on Monday August 26, 2019. Phyllis was born in Clinton, MO on October 11, 1937 to Alva and Opal (Wells) Johnson. Phyllis graduated from Clinton High School in 1955 and married Charles Woirhaye on June 17, 1955. While in Clinton, Phyllis was employed by the Henry County Abstract, Clinton Chamber of Commerce and 1st National Bank.

After Charles got out of the service, they moved their young family to Lamar, MO to work for Lawn Boy. Phyllis and Charles were entrepreneurs who operated a Sinclair Station and then opened Woirhaye's Upholstery & Small Engine Repair. Phyllis was a bookkeeper, seamstress, and upholsterer for the shop. She also worked for Line Service Company for 10 years, O'Sullivan's for 7 years, Walmart for 11 years and then returned to Walmart for another 7 years until she retired in 2011.

Phyllis was athletic and enjoyed roller skating, bowling and golf. She was a member of the Ladies Golf Association, Women's International Bowling Association and the Lamar Country Club. She loved animals, especially her constant companion of 17 years, Mikey her dog. Phyllis didn’t stop with retirement. She continued making quilts and tea towels for family and friends and made 100s of dresses that went to girls around the world through organizations like Children of Africa and Samaritan’s Purse. She was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church.

Phyllis longed to be with and spoke daily of her husband Charles who preceded her in death in 1989. She is also preceded in death by her parents, her brothers Alva Johnson Jr., Kenneth Lee Johnson, Delbert Eugene Johnson, and her sisters Barbara June Johnson and Catherine Ann Mendenhall.

 She is survived by her children Paula Sue Dykes (Gary), Pamela Jeanne Maberry (Mark), and Craig Alan Woirhaye (Barbara). Phyllis is also survived by 5 grandchildren, Melinda Carter, Dustin Maberry (Melinda), Miranda Maberry, Ryan Woirhaye, and Zachary Dykes, and 4 great-grandchildren, Trenton Maberry, Mollie Maberry, Cason Carter, and Cade Carter.

There will be a visitation at Konantz Warden Funeral home from 10 AM to 11 AM on Wednesday September 4, 2019. Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside committal at Memory Gardens following the visitation.

Judy Williams

(From Knell Mortuary)

Judith “Judy” Ann Williams, age 72, Carthage, Mo, passed away Monday evening, August 26, 2019 surrounded by loved ones at Mercy Hospital, Joplin. Judy was born on June 15, 1947 in Carthage, Missouri, the daughter of Charles Green and Mary (Harrel) Green. She was employed for many years by Dollar General as the store manager in Berryville, Arkansas. She enjoyed going to the casino and spending time at the lake, but most of all spending time with her family.

Survivors include a daughter, Michelle McManis and Johnny Solorzano; companion, Dave Roughton; four grandsons, Josh McManis, Joey McManis, Judson McManis, and Johnathon Solorzano; and five great-grandchildren, Jayden McManis, EmmaLeigh McManis, Channing McManis, Judson McManis, Jr., and Harper McManis.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, Jim Green and Louis Green.

Private family services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to Knell Mortuary to help with funeral expenses. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com.

Mary King

(From Ferry Funeral Home)

Mary Patricia King, 84, Nevada, MO passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at her home in Nevada following a brief illness. Mary was born March 4, 1935 in Nevada to James A. and Mary Magdalene (Beason) Thorburn.

Mary grew up in Nevada and graduated from Nevada High School in 1953. She worked as a secretary for the Grandview Police Department in the 1970’s and later for Westinghouse in Kansas City until her retirement. She came back to Nevada in 1997 and worked for a short time at Nevada City Hall. Mary enjoyed sewing, canning, gardening, fishing, and most of all loved being with her family.

She was married to Charles Richard King, Sr. and from this marriage survives their daughter, Sharon Crews, Nevada; and son, Rick King, Lamar, MO.

Also surviving are six grandchildren, Renee King, Yuma, AZ, Keri Stewart (Rick), Chanute, KS, Sara Plunkett, Belton ,MO, Patrick Crews (Melea) Nevada, Matthew Crews, Nevada, Kenzie Burchell (Ethan), Oronogo, MO; several great-grandchildren; two sisters, Roberta Miller, Blue Springs, MO, and Linda Hurst (Joe), Nevada; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death her parents; daughter, Cathy Plunkett; granddaughter, Melissa Allman; sister, Dorothy Cartwright; and brother, Roy Thorburn.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, August 30, 2019 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada. Interment will follow in Moore Cemetery, Nevada. The family will receive friends from 6-7:00 p.m. on Thursday evening at the funeral home.

Those who wish may contribute in her memory to the Community of Christ Church in Nevada in c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

Katherine Tiger

(From Paul Thomas Funeral Home)

Katherine Kay Tiger 76, of Wyandotte, Oklahoma passed away Saturday August 24, 2019 in Joplin, Missouri.

She was born April 27, 1943 to Virgil and Maggie (Sparks) Fogleman in Picher, Oklahoma and was always very proud to call Picher her home,

Katherine married Ron Tiger September 16, 2008 in Alamogordo, New Mexico and he survives her of the home.

Survived one son Ray Fancher of Ecuador, three daughters Terri McClure of Rogers, AR Tami Leepher of Joplin, MO and Traci Stephens of Omaha, NB one brother Clifford Fogleman of Joplin, MO one sister Virginia Budiselic of Joplin, MO 4 grandkids and 11 great grandchildren

Graveside Services will be held 10:00 am Thursday August 29, 2019 at G.A.R. Cemetery in Miami, Oklahoma with Rev. Geoff Buffalo officiating. Entombment will follow at the G.A.R. Cemetery under the direction of the Paul Thomas Funeral Home of Miami, Oklahoma.

Hazel Kresyman

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Hazel Kresyman 84, of Columbus, KS died 7:06pm Sunday August 25, 2019 at the Autumn Place in Columbus, KS following an illness.

Hazel was born September 1, 1934 in Columbus, KS the daughter of Ruben and Josephine (Houser) Carlson. She was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Columbus High School. On June 9, 1956 Hazel married Raymond Kresyman at the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Columbus, KS; he preceded her in death on November 8, 2010. Hazel worked at the Cherokee County Treasurer’s Office for 25 years serving as Treasurer for 8 years. 

Hazel was a member of the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Columbus, KS; was a member of the Altar Society; loved her flowers and working in the yard; cooking; enjoyed exercising with the girls at the hospitality center; most of all loved her kids and grandkids.

Survivors include her children Trish Carroll and husband Doug of Columbus, KS, Becky Beck and husband Mike of Springfield, MO and Steve Kresyman and wife Karen of Columbus, KS; daughter in law Trish Kresyman-Shuller of Joplin, MO; 8 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

Hazel was preceded in death by her husband, parents, son Ray Kresyman, siblings Bobby Carlson, Betty Jean Meeker and Mary Ann Thompson. 

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00am Thursday August 29, 2019 at the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Columbus, KS. Burial will follow at the Park Cemetery in Columbus, KS. Rosary will be recited at 7:00pm Wednesday August 28, 2019 at the Bath-Naylor Funeral Home in Columbus, KS; family will receive friends immediately following the rosary. Public viewing will be after 12:00pm Wednesday. In lieu of flowers the family asks expressions of sympathy to be in the form of memorials to St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church and/or Columbus Community Foundation. Friends may drop off or mail memorials to Bath-Naylor Funeral Home 611 S. East Ave. Columbus, KS 66725. Condolences may be left at www.bathnaylor.com. 

Dan Stone

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Mr. Dan Dean Stone, 64, of Anderson, Missouri, departed this life on Sunday, August 25, 2019, at Mercy Hospital in Rogers, Arkansas, after a brief illness.

Dan entered this life on December 10, 1954, in Pittsburg, Kansas, son of the late David Allen “Dude” and Vivian Delores “Blondie” (Gerold) Stone. He was raised in Parsons, Kansas and was a 1972 graduate of Parsons High School.

 In 1972 the family moved to Anderson, Missouri, where Dan Stone Construction was founded later that same year. Dan worked construction and helped his parents in the family business, Stone IGA, located on Main Street in Anderson. He also owned Stone Auto Body, the Daylight Donut Shop as well as Rollin Stones Rec. Center with locations in Anderson, Noel and Seneca, Missouri.

Dan eventually sold his other endeavors and focused solely on construction, a profession he dearly enjoyed. He loved old cars, woodworking, camping, visiting, tending to the needs of his property and spending time with his family. He will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him. His talented hands of craftsmanship will remain evident for many years to come.

On August 9, 1974, he was united in marriage to Gloria Bemiss and together they have shared the last forty-five years.

Dan is survived by his wife, Gloria Stone of the home; a daughter, Jennifer Weber and husband, Jamey, of Anderson; three grandchildren, Keaton, Kierra and Kade Weber; two brothers, Denny Stone and wife, Janice and Todd Stone and wife, Tanya, all of Anderson; a sister, Kitty Kitterman and husband, Bob, of Pea Ridge, Arkansas; his stepfather, Bob Throneberry of Anderson; two stepsiblings, Kenny Throneberry of Chama, New Mexico and Margaret Pacheco and husband, Joe, of Anderson; his mother in-law, Hazel Cooper of Neosho, Missouri; several nieces and nephews; as well as a host of other family and friends.

Funeral services are 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 29, 2019, in the Anderson Chapel of the Ozark Funeral Homes with Pastor Marilyn O’Brien officiating. Burial will follow in the Peace Valley Cemetery. Those honoring his life by serving as pallbearers are Keaton Weber, Kade Weber, Doug Stone, Brian Stone, Robert Cullers and B.J. Goodwin. The family will receive friends on Wednesday evening from 5-8:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Memorials are being directed to the McDonald County Schools Foundation c/o 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.

Marcel Fischbacher

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

Marcel Henry Fischbacher, age 78, of Golden City, Missouri passed away August 26, 2019, at his home.

Marcel was born February 15, 1941 in Canyon, TX to Albert Fischbacher and Gertrude (Schwager) Fischbacher.

Marcel was a cattleman and pig farmer in the Golden City area for the past 38 years and was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Lamar. Marcel took great pride in his kids, grandkids, and great grandkids. He enjoyed working on his farms, raising cattle and pigs and had a gift for diagnosing and treating sick animals. His Catholic faith was very important to him and included a strong devotion to the rosary, which his family will always have special memories of praying with him.

Survivors include a son, Marcel Fischbacher and his wife Sheila, Dumas, TX; two daughters, Tammy Rusher and husband Joe, Canyon Lake, TX and Kim Boyd and husband Paul, Amarillo, TX; former spouse Margie Eddie; one brother, Joe Fischbacher; three sisters, Mary Brorman, Tillie Kline, and Anita Wilhelm; eight grandchildren, Christopher Fischbacher, Corey Fischbacher, Callie Maynard, Jessica Barrows, Candice Woods, Brooke Rusher, Kameron Boyd, Colby Boyd; and seven great-grandchildren.

Preceding Marcel in death were his parents, an infant sister, an infant brother, one sister and two brothers.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 am., Saturday, August 31, 2019, at St. Mary's Catholic Church with burial to follow in St. Mary's Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Friday at the funeral home. A Rosary service will at 8:00 p.m. following the visitation.

Contributions are suggested and made payable to American Diabetes Association in care of Daniel Funeral Home.

Lonnie Houston

(From Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Mr. Lonnie Ray Houston, 77, of Sarcoxie, Missouri, passed away Sunday, August 25, 2019 in the comfort of his home.

Lonnie entered this life on June 18, 1947 in Sarcoxie, Missouri, to the union of the late Hugh Vance and Loveta Pearl (Carnes) Houston. He was a graduate of Sarcoxie High School. He retired from ICI Explosives after many years of dedicated service. He was also owner of Lonnie’s Tavern in Sarcoxie, Missouri. Lonnie was a lifelong area resident. He enjoyed various hobbies, motorcycles, his motor scooter, spending time with family and friends, reading and was a Mark Twain enthusiast.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Elizabeth “Betty” Houston; his siblings, Don Houston, Ruth “Dobe” Newman, Gene Houston and Betty Goodman.

Lonnie is survived by his children, Greg Houston of Sarcoxie, Missouri and Karen Grimm (David) of Strafford, Missouri; grandchildren, Gavin Grimm, Gordon Grimm Brooke Robinson and Brady Houston; nine great grandchildren; and companion, Teresa McCutcheon.

Graveside services will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 29, 2019 at the Sarcoxie Cemetery with Minister David Grimm officiating. The family has requested memorial contributions be directed to the Community Outreach or Fair Haven Children’s Home in care of the funeral home. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through our website www.housh-goodwinfuneralhome.com. Cremation arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home, Sarcoxie, Missouri.

Rob Hall

(From Parker Mortuary)

Robert Jefferson Hall, age 67, Joplin, passed away on Monday, August 26, 2019 at his home in Amsterdam, Missouri.

Rob was born April 18, 1952 in Oklahoma, son of the late Carl Jefferson Hall and Willie Mae Terry Hall. He worked for over 30 years with Eagle Picher before retiring. He was a very spiritual person, and was a gifted poet, writing many poems over the years.

In addition to his parents, Rob was preceded in death by a son, Kevin James Hall, who passed away on May 20, 2007; and a brother, Steve Hall.

Survivors include his son, David Hall of Amsterdam, daughter-in-law, Kaci Hall; sister, Kelly Reynolds of Florida; grandchildren, Kevin Hall, Carter Hall, and Kyla Hall.

Graveside services will be Friday, August 30, 2019 at 2:30 p.m. in Carl Junction Cemetery with Pastor Randy Steele officiating.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Jim Landrith

(From Parker Mortuary)

James Earl ‘Jim’ Landrith, age 62, Joplin, passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at his home.

Jim was born January 27, 1957 in Carthage to the late Douglas Bryce Landrith and Twyla Nadine Benschoter Landrith.

Jim grew up in Joplin, graduated from Joplin Parkwood in 1975, and worked as a chef for Wilder’s Steakhouse in Joplin for several years. Jim enjoyed playing the drums and had played with several bands throughout the years. He will be missed by everyone who knew and loved him.

Survivors include one brother, Joe Landrith, Joplin, Missouri; one niece, April; two nephews, Michael and James; and several extended family members.

In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by a brother, Jeff Landrith.

Memorial services are planned for Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at Parker Mortuary Chapel. The family will receive friends following the services at the mortuary.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

George Gary

(From Parker Mortuary)

George Newell Gary, age 89, Joplin, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at his home.

George was born June 3, 1930 in Cornland, Missouri, son of the late Henry E. Gary and Cecil Jane Newell Gary. He graduated from Rich Hill High School, and attended several schools over the years working on his career in insurance. He attended the University of Oklahoma Arson School, and the Lafayette School of Tort Law. He began his career working for Tracy Body Repair and Paint in Rich Hill for awhile before joining MFA Mutual Insurance, and later Shelter Insurance as a claims adjuster which he did for over 33 years. He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict, and lived in Phoenix, Arizona for some time before moving back to Lowell, Arkansas, and then back to Joplin. George was a member of Villa Heights Christian Church, and the Elks Lodge #2715, Grove, Oklahoma where he was a past Exalted Ruler. He also enjoyed his time in retirement living on Grand Lake.

In addition to his parents, George was preceded in death by his wife of nearly 65 years, Faye Ileen Coffey Gary, who passed away June 1, 2015, a son, Randy Gary, and a daughter, Vickie Gary.

Survivors include his children, Diana Lea Hulstine of Webb City, and Denise Lynn Patterson and husband Loyd of Carl Junction; grandchildren, Nicholas Patterson and wife Crystal of Webb City, Nathan Scott Gary of Joplin, and Emily Patterson of Fayetteville, Arkansas; great-grandchild, Elisabeth "Liz" Truelove.

Memorial service will be Friday, August 30, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. in Parker Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Johnie Adkins officiating.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Harry Watts

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Harry Leroy Watts of rural Girard, KS passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2019, at Via Christi Village, Pittsburg, KS. He was born to Harold and Lillie (Long) Watts on April 12, 1932 in Crawford County, KS. He attended a one room school house, Pleasant Valley, and later Crawford County Community High School, in Cherokee, KS.

On November 27, 1952, he was united in marriage to Julia Overman Smith, in Nashville, MO. They were married for 45 years. She proceeded him in death on April 16, 1997. They had two daughters, Sharry Jane, born in 1956 and Rita Julia, born in 1960. He married Vera Delores Stevens Page, June 6, 1998. She proceeded him in death on January 30, 2013.

Harry was a lifelong farmer and rancher, was the 4th generation to live on the Watts farm and considered a day on the farm priceless. The land has been in the family since 1882. He farmed in both Kansas and Missouri, and his Kansas operation was honored by the Kansas Bankers Association Award for Soil Conservation in 1996. He worked at the United States Postal Service in Girard from 1986 – 1996. Harry L enjoyed tinkering on antique tractors, loved the thrill of the find, and the joy of making them run. He was a member of the Young Farmers of McCune, enjoyed tractor pulling, and hauling lime. Back in the day, he and Julia enjoyed square dancing. He mentored many on his love of farming, knowledge of raising cattle, and tweaking of farm machinery. He also served as a member and chairman of Rural Water District No. 4. Harry was thankful for his wonderful neighbors, longtime friendships, and the Gebhardt Chicken group.

Harry was very proud to be a veteran. He served the United States Army in the Korean War from 1953-55, in the 728th MP Battalion, Company D and enjoyed attending the Army reunions every year. The Watts family hosted two of these reunions in Kansas City. Harry also participated in the Flightless Honor Flight held at Union Station in Kansas City, and encouraged other veterans to attend.

Harry was a member of the Nashville Christian Church, and the Beulah Community Church, where he was a Sunday School teacher and superintendent for many years. His current membership is with the Christian Church of Mindenmines, MO.

He is survived by two daughters, Sharry Briggs and her husband David of Lenexa, KS, Rita Nelsen and her husband Kirk of Leawood, KS, three grandchildren, Ruby Briggs of Lenexa, KS, Sarah Briggs Yohn and her husband Bryce of Shawnee, KS, Jennifer Nelsen Robertson and her husband James of Leawood, KS, and two adorable great grandchildren, Julia Ann and James Nelsen Robertson, also of Leawood, KS; sister-in-law, Wilma McKibben of Iantha, MO; brother-in-law, Gene Bruffett Sr of Carthage, MO; a niece, nephews, and many, many close friends that he considered family. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Marilyn Bruffett. He is also survived by three well loved dogs.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, August 31, 2019, at the Beulah Community Church Activity Building, Beulah KS. Pastors Dan Moss and Jan Yoger will conduct the service. Lunch will immediately follow. His remains are being cremated and a private family burial will take place later at the Girard Cemetery. The family recommends memorial contributions be made to The Beulah Community Church, Beulah, KS or The Christian Church of Mindenmines, MO. Friends may leave memorials at the Activity Building, or mail to Brenner Mortuary 114 E 4th St, Pittsburg, KS, 66762. Condolences may be left online at www.brennermortuary.com . Arrangements are under the direction of Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS.

Darrel Ward

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Darrel Edmond Ward was born October 5, 1937 in Stella, Missouri, one of ten children to Melvin and Mamie (Gibbens) Ward. He entered into rest on August 27, 2019 at his home in Pierce City, at the age of 83 following an extended illness.

Darrel graduated from Granby High School and served in the Army National Guard, July 6, 1953 - April 18, 1954. He had worked as a carpenter, laborer, foundry worker and retired from Joplin Construction as a heavy construction worker in 2013. He enjoyed traveling in their RV, fishing, hunting and camping. He was a member of the Sweetwater Baptist Church. 

Darrel married Pearl (Robbins) on February 13, 1954 and she preceded him in death on May 6, 1998; he then married V. Powell in 1999 and she preceded him in death on September 12, 2018. 

He is survived by two children, Sherry Gallowich and husband, David of Joplin and Danny Ward and wife, Cindy of Granby; two stepchildren, Joel Powell and wife, Denise of Choteau, Oklahoma and Denise Simpson and husband, Roger of Oklahoma; three brothers, Merle Ward of Joplin, J. N. Ward and wife, Ruth of Pierce City and Bob Ward and wife, Diane of Goodman; three sisters, Joyce Caruthers of Granby, Ann Hopper and husband, Paul of Goodman and Judy Pendergraft of Neosho; seventeen grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. 

In addition to his parents and spouses, he is preceded in death by a son, Donnie Ward; a daughter, Beverly Ward and three brothers, Johnny, LeRoy and Raymond Ward.

VISITATION

Clark Funeral Home - Granby
Friday, August 30, 2019
5:30 PM - 7 PM
Hwy B at Hwy 86
Granby, Missouri

FUNERAL SERVICE

Clark Funeral Home Granby Chapel
Saturday, August 31, 2019
2 PM
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Granby, MO

Jessica McCormack

(From Knell Mortuary)

Jessica Nichol McCormack, age 25, Noel, Missouri, passed away Monday, July 29, 2019.

Jessica was born June 15, 1994 in Springfield, Missouri to Kenneth McCormack and the late Elva Jones. She loved horses and all kinds of wildlife and enjoyed taking pictures, but most of all, spending time with her family.

Survivors include her three children, Siah, Saidah and Intisar; her father, Kenneth; two brothers, Jason Murphree and Jeremy Murphree; three nieces and nephews, Levi Murphree, Alex Murphree and Lolita Murphree; and one sister-in-law, Norma Murphree.

She was preceded in death by her mother.

Graveside funeral services will be held 4 pm, Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at Hackney Cemetery, Carthage, Missouri. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com. 

Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Knell Mortuary.

Larry Beatty

Larry M Beatty, age 67, died on August 27, 2019 surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer. Larry was born on March 25, 1952, in Lamar, MO to the late Earl Beatty and Mable Freedle Beatty.

Larry graduated from Lamar High School in 1970. He started work at a local service station, then was employed by Thorco Industries. He started his career in law enforcement in 1971, first working for the Lamar Police Department, then continuing with the Barton County Sheriff’s Department. He retired as a Chief Reserve Deputy in 2008, working under five elected sheriffs.

Also in 1971 he joined the Lamar Volunteer Fire Department. He held many positions, including Captain, Assistant Chief and ended his career as Chief. In 1974 he became an EMT for the Barton County Ambulance District. Larry became a paramedic in 1981 and in 1995 he was promoted to the District Manager.

Within his time in Public Service Larry was on the Board of Directors for the Missouri State Ambulance Association, also serving on the Southwest Missouri Medical Service Advisory Committee which reports to the Governor. He also served on the Barton County Alert Squad, Barton County Emergency Management Service and the Fire Chiefs Association.

Larry was recently honored by Mayor Kent Harris, as well as the House of Representatives for his 49 years of service to the community of Lamar, Missouri and Barton County. The Mayor proclaimed August 1 as a day of recognition to Chief Larry Beatty.

Surviving are his children, Carla Evans (Charles) of Liberal, MO, his son, Brian Beatty (Deedra) of Carthage, MO; his grandchildren, Ashley Ehlmann (Tom), Shannen Evans, Tiffany Evans, Brianna Evans, Blake Beatty, Kade Beatty and one great-granddaughter, Mackenzie Ehlmann. Also surviving are his mother, Mable Freedle Beatty; one sister, Betty Saferite (Frank) and one brother, Gary Beatty (Betty). Larry was preceded in death by his father.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019 at Lamar Memorial Hall, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Lamar Fire Department in his remembrance.

Alice Canfield

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Alice Marie Canfield, 80, Pierce City, MO entered into eternal rest on August 24, 2019 after a car accident in Hattiesburg, MS. She was born December 22, 1938 in Pierce City to Boyden and Jean (Endicott) Brown.

She lived her life in Kansas and Southwest Missouri. Alice was a nursing home administrator, and for many years ran the Sarcoxie Nursing Center. She also served as the Sarcoxie mayor and remained active in the Lions Club. Alice loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed traveling the United States and cruising the Caribbean. She was an avid bridge player in Neosho and Pierce City. 

Alice raised five children: Marilyn Jean Zerr of Pierce City, MO, Terry A. Thurman and wife, Pam of Rogers, AR, Denzil Lyle Thurman and wife, Claudia of Sarcoxie, MO, Greggory O. Thurman and partner, Brenda Wilson of Neosho, MO, and Mark A. Thurman, who preceded her in death. 

Alice is also survived by eight grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren; one brother, William Eugene Haase of Wheaton, MO; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her son, Mark, she is preceded in death by her parents; four brothers; and one sister. 

Services will be held Friday, August 30, 2019 at 1:00 pm at Clark Funeral Home Chapel of Memories, Neosho. Interment will follow at Neosho IOOF Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held Thursday evening, August 29, from 6 pm until 7 pm at Clark Funeral Home, Neosho. Contributions to honor Alice may be made to Neosho Senior Center, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 66; Neosho, MO 64850.

Glenn Wilson

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Glenn D. Wilson, age 88, Joplin, MO., passed away on Sunday August 25, 2019, at a local nursing home, following a long illness.

Glenn was born on November 30, 1930 in Webb City, Mo., to the late Cecil and Grace (Gibson) Wilson. He graduated from Carl Junction High School in 1948. He served his country in the United States Army and the Army Reserves from 1951 to 1981. He retired as a Full Colonel. He married Dorothy Jeans on June 11, 1954. Together they made their home on a ranch near Joplin, MO.

Glenn worked as the Personnel Director for Teledyne for twenty-six years, he also owned Glenn Wilson Trucking and leased trucks to Tri-State Motor Transit, Joplin and Arrow Trucking, Tulsa for twenty- five years. Glenn was very active in his Community. He was a longtime active member of the Duenweg Baptist Church where he was a Deacon. He served on the Missouri Southern State University Board of Regents. Glenn was one of the original members of the Missouri Southern Foundation Board, serving as Treasurer. In 2019 he was awarded the Lionhearted Award. He served as Newton County Presiding Commissioner from 1997 to 2000. He was also a member of the Reserve Officer Association. He enjoyed being a rancher.

He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy Wilson, on May 3, 2009; three brothers, Cecil Wilson, Jr., Art Wilson, and Dannie Wilson.

Glenn is survived by two brothers, Dean Wilson and wife Pat, Carl Junction, MO, and Carl Wilson and wife Shirley, Carl Junction, MO; one sister Linda DeVeto, Peculiar, MO; a special friend, Arlene Dietrichson, Joplin, MO; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday at First Baptist of Duenweg. Dr. Gary Balfour, David Shumaker and Reverend C.G. Gibson will officiate. Burial will be in Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery. The pallbearers will be Dean Wilson, Jr., David Wilson, Don Wilson, Carl Wilson, Jr., Derrick DeVeto, Ryan Conley, and Austin Conley.

The family will receive friends 6-7 p.m. Wednesday at Mason-Woodard Chapel. Memorial contributions may be given to the MSSU Foundation Glenn Wilson Scholarship Fund, in care of the mortuary.

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

Erma Rose

(From Knell Mortuary)

Erma Ruth Shoemaker Rose, age 81, went on her journey with the Lord on August 25, 2019 in Carthage, Missouri. Erma Ruth Shoemaker was born March 20, 1938 in Blackwell, Oklahoma to Joe Shoemaker and Edna Ella (Elmquist) Shoemaker. She was a 1956 graduate of Wheaton High School, Wheaton, Missouri.

Erma married Richard Wayne Rose on December 21, 1956 in Independence, Missouri; he preceded her in death on December 11, 2013. Erma worked at Havens Steel in Kansas City, Missouri from 1960-1967. She then graduated from the Jenny Lund School of Nursing in 1977, and upon graduation, she worked at the Truman Medical Center in Kansas City from 1977-1983. Erma then moved to Neosho, Missouri in 1984, where she worked at Sale Memorial Hospital from 1984-1987. She then worked for Dr. Marvin Singleton at Freeman Hospital from 1987-1988. Erma opened Rose's Family Restaurant in Neosho in 1988 and worked until she retired in 2000. She was a member of Life Church in Carthage.







Survivors include one son, Danny Reed Rose; a foster son, Jerry Halley; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Deborah Lynn Rose; a foster daughter, Connie Bracken; eight sisters, Bertha McNutt, Rema Maxwell, Edna Hughes, Francis Parthenia Shoemaker, Emma Jo Privett, Velma Garrison, Violet Stockton and Ella Mae Shoemaker; and one granddaughter, Desiree Rose.

Visitation will be held 9-10 am, Thursday, August 29, 2019 at Knell Mortuary, Carthage. Funeral services will follow at 10 am. Interment will follow the service at Muncie Chapel Cemetery, Wheaton, Missouri. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Knell Mortuary.

Pete Balster

(From Knell Mortuary)

Cecil “Pete” Leon Balster, Jr., age 50, Carthage, Missouri, passed away Friday evening, August 23, 2019 as a result of a motorcycle accident. Pete was born December 29, 1968 in Nevada, Missouri to the late Cecil Balster, Sr. and Marcene (Lindsay) Balster. Pete was a veteran, serving his country in the United States Army.

He married Sarah Thomas on May 27, 1988 in Milo, Missouri. Pete worked as a truck driver for Leggett & Platt, Schrader Towing, and other businesses in the area. He loved being outside riding his motorcycle, and especially on the water fishing. Pete loved people and being around people, being well known for never meeting a stranger. He truly loved spending time with his friends and family.

Survivors include his wife, Sarah, Carthage; a daughter, Tedie Balster, Carthage; two brothers, Brent Curry, and Randy Curry; a sister, Peggy Harper; seven grandchildren; Zane Balster, Phoenix Deckard, Joseph Hawkins, Jocilyn Balster, Riker Edwards, Zaylyn Edwards and Rielyn Edwards; and several cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

He was also preceded in death by his son, Cody Balster.

Per Pete’s wishes there was cremation and a celebration of life will be held 1 pm, Sunday, September 8, 2019 at Carthage Memorial Hall, 407 S. Garrison, Carthage, MO 64836. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com.

Paul Lansdown

(From Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home)

Paul Dean Lansdown, 90, of Monett went to be with his heavenly Father on Thursday August 22, 2019 while staying at Aurora Nursing Home in Aurora, Missouri. He was born on December 26, 1928 in Purdy, Missouri; the son of the late Bert and Ethel (Simpson) Lansdown.

He was a retired truck driver and security guard as well as working during his retirement as a door greeter at Wal-Mart in Monett. He was a member of the Log Church in Butterfield, the Masonic Lodge #76 Scottish Rite Valley of K.C. and the Abou Ben Adhem in Springfield, Missouri.

Paul is survived by one son: Bob Lansdown of Raytown, Missouri; two daughters: Darlene Hoit of Diamond, Missouri and Jeanna Snider of Salem, Oregon; five grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren.

Visitation for Paul is being held on Friday August 30, 2019 from 6:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. at the Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home in Monett, Missouri. Funeral services are being held on Saturday August 31, 2019 at 11:00a.m. at the Bennett-Wormington Funeral Chapel in Monett, Missouri. Burial will follow services at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Butterfield, Missouri.

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

Connie Brown

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Connie Lynn (Garlow) Brown, 69, Goodman, MO passed away August 24, 2019. She was born in Neosho, MO on October 18, 1949 to Howard and Audrey (Crews) Garlow.

Connie was employed as the purchasing agent for Access Family Care for over 15 years. She enjoyed birds, especially hummingbirds, craft festivals, helping other people, and was very good at everything she did. Connie was of the Pentecostal Faith. 

Connie and Richard Brown were married in Neosho, MO; he survives of the home. 

She is also survived by daughter, Audra Creamer Gabbard and husband, Luke of Johnson, AR; two step sons, Richard J. Brown and wife, Alicia, of Newport, RI and Anthony Christopher Brown and wife, Jennifer of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; five siblings, Ginger Meinke and husband, Allen of Kearney, MO, Stephen Garlow and wife, Janet of Lawrence, KS, Edie Burnett and husband, James of Neosho, MO, Jackie Graue and husband, Randy of Joplin, MO, Earl “Bud” Burr and wife, Susan of Hollister, MO; twelve step grandchildren; and her faithful fur baby, Gizmo. 

Connie was preceded in death by her parents and her stepmother, Doris Garlow.

Services will be held Wednesday, August 28 at 10:00 am at The Canopy Church, Neosho, MO; Pastor Jeremie Bridges will officiate. The family will have a time of visitation on Tuesday from 5:00 pm until 6:00 pm at The Canopy Church. Contributions in honor of Connie may be made to Hope Kitchen, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 66; Neosho, MO 64850.

Harold Holder

(From Bland-Brumback Funeral Home)

Harold Gene Holder was born on September 6, 1936 to Lionel James & Inez Evangeline Holder. He went to his eternal home on August 25, 2019.

He married Gladys Fern Holder on July 20, 1957 in Cedar County, Missouri. To this union, 4 children were born, to boys and 2 girls.

He is survived by his children Earl Holder / Tammy, Jerico Springs, James Holder / Crystal from ElDorado Springs, Diana Swartz / Craig, from Lamar Missouri and Louise Reynolds / James, Jerico Springs, Missouri, brother Roy Holder from Liberal. He is survived by 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren .

He was preceded in death by his wife, Fern Holder in 2007. His parents two sisters, three brothers, and his daughter-in-law Jana Holder.

He was a construction worker out of labor local 663 out of Kansas City. He ran S & H filling station from 1982-2007. He then retired and loved hunting rabbits and squirrels. He loved fishing and camping with his family.

Funeral services will be held at Bland-Brumback Funeral Home in Stockton, Wednesday August 28th at 2:00 PM, Visitation Tuesday August 27th from 6:00 to 7:00 pm

Mildred Tate

(From Parker Mortuary)

Mildred Irene Tate, age 78, Joplin, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2019 at Freeman West Hospital.

Mildred was born October 12, 1940 in Joplin, daughter of the late Charles and Maggie (Carr) Cupp. She grew up in the Spring City area, and attended school in Spring City. She worked several jobs in the Joplin area, most recently she worked for Tyson's Chicken in Neosho from which she retired.

In addition to her parents, Mildred was preceded in death by her first husband, B.J. Sisney, husband, Jack Tate, Sr., a son, Dennis Tate, and a daughter, Alicia Tate Harris.

Survivors include her children, Jerry Tate, Jack V. Tate, Jr. and wife Robin of Carl Junction, Elmer D. Tate, Jesse David Tate, and Jacqueline "Jackie" Tate all of Joplin; nine grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 31, 2019 beginning at 1:00 p.m. at her home.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.