Preston Logan

(From Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home)

Preston Earl Logan Sr., 75, Carterville, MO, passed away January 29, 2020 at his home after a long illness.

Preston Earl Logan was born May 25, 1944 in Webb City, MO the son of George and Bessie (Vowiell) Logan. Preston was a truck driver, carpenter, mechanic, and a jack of all trades. He had lived in Carterville over 40 plus years. He enjoyed spending time with family.

Survivors include his children, Shawnda Doerr, Becky Vandergrift, Emma Belle, Preston Logan II and Daniel Logan; his sisters, Janice Block, LMay Harris, Nancy Rickey, Elaine Logan and Mary Baker; his first wife Ruth Logan and his second wife Lilly Miller; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren and a special family friend Rick Young.

Preston was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Gabe Logan and Vic Logan and one sister Linda Williams.

Preston has been laid to rest at the Waco Cemetery south of Waco, MO under the direction of Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home, Seneca, MO. The family will be holding a memorial service at 10:00 am, Sunday, February 2, 2020 at Waco Cemetery.

The family has requested in lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to help with expenses. Contributions can be sent to the Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home, PO Box 380, Seneca, MO 64865.

Dan Lingor

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Dan Lingor, former President and CEO of Mt. Carmel Regional Medical Center (now Ascension Via Christi), died Thursday, January 30, 2020 at Pittsburg Care & Rehabilitation Center.

Lingor was born in Devils Lake, ND on April 20, 1945 to Jean and Clarence Lingor. He was a 1963 graduate of Devils Lake High School and of the University of North Dakota where he earned his BS in Nursing degree. He went on to the Mayo Clinic to study in the nurse anesthetist program but decided to change directions and graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Iowa with a M.A. in Hospital and Health Administration. It was a decision, he said, he never regretted because he could accomplish more in hospital administration than he could as a clinician.

He served his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1969-71 at Minot Air Force Base, Minot ND.

He married Elaine Sannes on October 18, 1980. She survives of the home. He and Elaine had one son, Christopher, in 1981.

Lingor began his career in health care administration in 1972 as an Assistant Administrator at St. John’s Hospital (now Mercy Hospital) in Joplin MO. In 1978, he was named CEO of St. Joseph’s Hospital in Dickinson, ND serving from 1978 to 1980 and, in 1981 relocated to Mount Vernon WA where he was Assistant Administrator at Skagit Valley Hospital. In 1987, he became the first lay administrator of Mt. Carmel Hospital in Pittsburg where he worked until his retirement in 2006 due to medical reasons.

During his 19 years of leadership in Pittsburg, he led the hospital through difficult financial times for rural hospitals and into a period of growth that transformed Mt. Carmel from a small community hospital into a regional medical center. Its medical staff grew from 58 active and consulting physicians in 1987 to double that in 2006 encompassing a wide range of primary and specialty care providers.

During his tenure, Mt. Carmel was nationally recognized by the American Hospital Association in 1991 as one of the top three hospitals in the nation to respond to changes in healthcare, winning AHA’s Great Comebacks Award. He was featured in Hospital’s magazine; his picture appeared on its cover. In 1999, Lingor and the hospital was again recognized by the AHA with its highest award – the NOVA – for its innovative approach to meeting the needs of the community. The Catholic Health Association went on to recognize Mt. Carmel with its highest award – the Achievement Citation – for its role in establishing the Family Resource Center in Pittsburg.

Lingor guided the hospital through numerous expansion efforts including the development and construction of the Mt. Carmel Regional Cancer Center – the first hospital in Kansas to combine medical and radiation oncology in one location to reduce stress on the patient and better coordinate care -- and, the most significant expansion in the hospital’s 103-year history – the $16.5 million renovation and construction of the medical center’s outpatient services center, including the opening of the Mt. Carmel Regional Heart Center. It doubled the “footprint” of the hospital and prepared it for the industry shift to more same-day services and shorter hospital stays. Additional construction achievements included the development of physician offices – Mt. Carmel Medical Plaza I and II which also created a separate space for Outpatient Rehabilitation Services. He was instrumental in the development of Via Christi Village and the Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas.

In addition to serving on the Kansas Hospital Association Board, Lingor was an elder in the First Christian Church and was a member of Noon Rotary and spent many weekends riding his Honda through the Four States with a local group of motorcycle enthusiasts. He developed a passion for playing Indian flutes which he said gave him a sense of peace and comfort which he shared with others at local clubs and nursing homes.

Following his retirement, he and Elaine made wonderful memories on trips together to the Mediterranean, the Holy Land, Egypt, Alaska and the Caribbean.

Survivors include his wife, Elaine, of the home; his son, Christopher and his wife, Megan and grandchildren Juno and Caleb of Kansas City, and sister Colleen Nosbusch and her husband, Allan, of Bismarck, ND and three nephews.

Memorial services will be at the First Christian Church at 11:00am on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020. Condolences may be left at www.bathnaylor.com.
The family suggests memorials to The First Christian Church and/or Alzheimer’s Research.

Walter Carter

(From Simpson Funeral Home)

Walter B. Carter age 88 passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at his home. He was born on April 16, 1931 in Wenatchee, Washington to Charlie Carter and Cora (Staley) Carter.

Walter loved to hunt duck and elk, he loved to fish, but mostly he loved to build homes with his construction crew. He owned Carter Construction for many years. 

Walter married Anita (Bland) Carter on June 16, 1958 and she survives him. 

He is also survived by his children, Buddy Lee Carter of California, Dianne Miller and husband Gary of California, Ronald Carter of Carterville, Missouri, Nita Carter of Carthage, Missouri; he is also survived by his 11 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. 

Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 10, 2020 at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Simpson Funeral Home in Webb City. The family will be present for visitation on from 12:00 PM until service time on the same day. Burial will be in Oronogo Cemetery with full military honors. 

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

Norma Parks

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Norma Jean Parks was born August 1, 1930 in Newtonia, Missouri, one of nine children to Felix and Mable Essie (Barker) Wright. She entered into rest on January 30, 2020, following an extended illness at the age of 89 years, 5 months and 20 days.

Norma Jean was a lifelong area resident and a homemaker. She attended the Church of Hope in Neosho. Norma Jean and Willis Q. Parks were married in Neosho, Missouri and he preceded her in death on October 11, 1980. 

 She is survived by four children, Willie Parks of Neosho, Katrina Wright of Neosho, Ann James of Kansas City, Missouri and Lynn James of Kansas City, Missouri; one brother, Erron (Betty) Wright of Joplin; one sister-in-law, Elaine Wright of Carthage; eleven grandchildren and twenty one great grandchildren. 

In addition to her husband and parents, she is preceded in death by two daughters, Christina Johnson and Georgeannia Wright; five sisters, Betty Sue, Anna Belle, Maydene, Mickey and Jacqueline; and two brothers, J.C. Wright and Jerry Wright.

VISITATION
Clark Funeral Home - Neosho
Thursday, February 06, 2020
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
312 S. Wood St.
Neosho, Missouri

FUNERAL SERVICE
Clark Chapel of Memories
Friday, February 07, 2020
10:00 AM
312 S. Wood St.
Neosho, MO

Interment will follow in the Newtonia Civil War Cemetery, Newtonia, Missouri. Contributions in memory of Norma Jean may be made to the Norma Jean Parks funeral expenses, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 66; Neosho, Missouri 64850.

Chad Highfill

(From Parker Mortuary)

Chad Wayne Highfill, age 45, Carthage, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 near his home in Carthage after a sudden illness.

Chad was born June 7, 1974 in Springfield, Missouri, son of the late Teri Kaye Best Highfill and Terry Highfill of Carthage. He grew up in Springfield and Carthage, and graduated from Carthage High School in 1993.

He has worked for years as a bartender in St. Louis and Mackinac Island, Michigan. He returned to Carthage in 2016 where he loved spending time with family, especially spoiling his nieces and nephews. 

During his youth he was an athlete, playing all sports in High School, baseball was where he shined the most. He was a huge fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the Chicago Bulls, especially Michael Jordan. He enjoyed going to Christ Church of Oronogo since moving back to Carthage. He was known for his outgoing personality, and lighting up the room with his smile. He will be missed by many.

In addition to his mother, Teri Kaye, Chad was preceded in death by his grandparents, Lester and Lois Highfill, and Paul and Billie Best.

Survivors include his father, Terry Highfill of Carthage; sisters, Melanie Miner-Obloj and husband Adam of Webb City, Stacey Walton and husband Cody of Carl Junction, and Tara Highfill of Joplin; 11 nieces and nephews.

Memorial service will be Saturday, February 1, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at Christ Church of Oronogo with Pastor Paul Smith officiating. The family will receive friends at the church following the service.

The family requests that memorial contributions be made to the National Kidney Foundation.

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Michael Leonard

(From Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Mr. Michael Adrian Leonard, Sr., 37, of Clarksville, Tennessee, formerly of Carl Junction, Missouri, departed this life on Sunday, January 26, 2020, as a result of a tragic scuba diving accident near Mt. Juliet, Tennessee.

Michael was born on August 31, 1982, in Springfield, Missouri, to Carey and Carol (McGinnis) Leonard. Michael served in the United States Army for seven years and seven months, which included a tour of duty in the Iraqi War. He was a Senior Medic at Camp Liberty in Bagdad. He was stationed out of Fort Campbell in Clarksville, Tennessee.

He earned a Master’s of Science Degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Walden University in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He was Retail Manager and Instructor for Waterdogs Scuba and Safety, LLC in Clarksville, Tennessee. Michael was an avid scuba diver and enjoyed fishing and kayaking. He loved spending time with his children and was excited about his upcoming marriage to Shannelle.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Cleve Leonard; and maternal grandparents, Junior and Nancy McGinnis.

Michael is survived by his three children, Adriana, Serenity Jo and Michael Jr. all of Clarksville, Tennessee; his parents, Carey and Carol Leonard of Carl Junction, Missouri; three sisters, Julie Marshall and husband, Matt, of Carl Junction, Patricia Boyd of Farmington, Missouri and Michelle Andrews of Joplin; paternal grandmother, Jo Leonard of Joplin; a niece and nephew, Marcie and Matthew Marshall; five additional nieces and two nephews; his fiancé and love of his life, Shannelle D.B. Serrano of the Philippines; as well as a host of other family and friends.

Funeral services are 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at Byers Ave. United Methodist Church in Joplin, Missouri with Pastor Chuck Kralik officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow at 12:00 noon at Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Springfield, Missouri. 

Those honoring his life by serving as pallbearers are Richard Holladay, Chris Eley, Fitz Dickson, Matthew Marshall, Jr., Joe Maynard, David Bebout, Timothy Horton and Jason Somerville. The family will receive friends on Monday evening from 5-7:00 p.m. in the chapel of Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home in Webb City, Missouri. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through our website www.hedgelewis.com. 

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

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Helene Shellenberger

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Helene T. (Zamburek) Shellenberger, 94, of Neosho, MO entered into rest January 29, 2020 after a lengthy illness. Helene was born February 6, 1925 in Nurnberg, Germany to the late Hans and Anna Zamburek.

As a child growing up in Germany, she enjoyed ice skating, listening to music on the radio, and family gatherings. Later, she enjoyed playing the accordion and the harmonica, and singing. 

On August 13, 1948, she married Charles W. Shellenberger, who was in the US Army, stationed in Germany. Soon after, she and Charles came to Neosho, and together, they raised their family on the farm. She loved children, enjoyed taking care of farm animals, gardening, cooking, and canning. She always had a smile on her face and was kind to everyone. Helene was an active member of Burch Baptist Church, where she served as a teacher and song leader. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles; her brother, Walter Zamburek; her son, Walter Shellenberger; and her grandson, Rowdy Shellenberger. 

Helene is survived by one daughter, Traudy Hines and husband, Bennie; four sons, Herbert Shellenberger and wife, Margaret, Vernon Shellenberger and wife, Janet, David Shellenberger and wife Lisa, and Gary Shellenberger and Vivian; nine grandchildren; seventeen great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.

Services will be held 10 am, Monday, February 3, 2020 at Clark Funeral Home Chapel of Memories, Neosho, MO with Pastor Del Hampton officiating. Interment will follow at Belfast Cemetery. A time of visitation will be from 2:00 pm until 3:00 pm on Sunday, February 2 at Clark Funeral Home, Neosho. Contributions in honor of Helene may be made to Diabetes Association, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 66; Neosho, MO 64850.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the Cox Health at Home Hospice caregivers.

Jean Flynn

(From Walker Funeral Service)

Jean Flynn passed from this life on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020.

Norma Jean Garrett Flynn was born Aug. 9, 1937, in Dill City, Oklahoma, to A.H. and Gertrude (Short) Garrett. The family moved to Arkansas when Jean was three months old. Jean attended school at Old Dixie and Houston, Arkansas, where learning was a passion. She graduated in May 1955 in Bigelow, Arkansas, with the honor of class Valedictorian.

For the next several years she enjoyed working at various jobs in Arkansas, but moved from Little Rock to Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 1970. For the next seven years she was employed with The Osborn Foundation. Her next employment was with Joplin Optical and also the Webb City Housing Authority. It was during this time she was introduced to the Church of God through a dear friend with whom she worked. One night she was invited to the National Church of God Camp Meeting at Monark Springs, Missouri, and it was there she gave her heart and life to the Lord, and it has been said, “she never looked back.” A trip to the Holy Land in 1977 was a highlight of her life.

At the age of 50, she met Delbert Flynn, and they were married at the Sapulpa Church of God chapel. They made their home in Shawnee, Oklahoma, for a time, later moving to Loranger, Louisiana, where Delbert passed away in June 1991. After his death, Jean moved back to Shawnee, where she resided in an apartment at the Golden Rule Home. She was never one to sit still for very long, so at 62 she began working in the office of the Golden Rule home. She kept busy helping many others in the home, as well as those who also lived in the apartments. She was surrounded with many patients and co-workers who became special friends.

Jean passed from this life on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020. She lived a long, fulfilling life of 82 years, 5 months, and 17 days.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Delbert Flynn; her parents and grandparents; three brothers and two sisters.

She is survived by her precious daughter, Karen Montgomery, son-in-law, David, of McKinney, Texas; two granddaughters, Annalise and Evangeline Montgomery; one sister-in-law, Evelyn Garrett of Perryville, Arkansas; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Those who befriended Jean will greatly miss her.

Services will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 30, in the chapel of Walker Funeral Service. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery.

Pam Conrad

(From Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary)

Pam Conrad, 75, closed her eyes on earth January 28, 2020 and awoke in her Heavenly home after a courageous five-year battle with cancer.

Born June 4, 1944 to loving parents, Jack and Betty (Rickman) Kirkendoll, Pam grew up in Baxter Springs, KS, graduating in 1962 before attending Pittsburg State.

Pam spent many years in the insurance industry and retired as the office manager for Midwest Machine, in Neosho, MO.

In addition to her parents, Pam was welcomed into Heaven by Terry Kirkendoll, brother; Curtis Kirkendoll, nephew; Phillip Conrad, stepson; Nicole Conrad, granddaughter; her grandparents, aunts, uncles and a host of friends.

Fiercely stubborn her entire life, this proved to be a blessing. Pam fought this cancer with the same stubborn tenacity she fought for anything she passionately believed in. If you were fortunate enough to be her friend, she was stubbornly loyal, loved unconditionally, she never passed judgment, and best of all, she never berated you even if she thought you made a dumb choice or decision.

Pam is survived by husband, Cal Conrad, of the home; children, Melissa (Tom) Hatting, Ashton, IA; Shan Mathews, Seattle, WA; Curtis (Betty) Conrad, Fayetteville, AR, Pam (John) Dramis, Fayetteville, Kevin Conrad, Grove, OK. Surviving grandchildren, who affectionately named her "Blue Grandma" (because of her beautiful, everything blue home decor) are: Clayton Bradbury (wife, Jenny, and two children), Bryant Bradbury, Alicia Winter (husband, Steve, and three children), Connor Mathews, Dalton Hatting, Casey (Jeff) Morris, Felicity Conrad and Callie Conrad; and brother, Jack Kirkendoll, Jr., Baton Rouge, LA.

A Celebration of Life memorial service will be held at a future date and will be announced.

Arrangements are under the direction of Thornhill Dillon Mortuary.

Myrna Coiner

(From Knell Mortuary)

Myrna Corinne Coiner, 81, Carthage, Missouri, passed away Sunday evening, January 26, 2020 at Freeman Hospital West, Joplin, Missouri. Myrna was born September 8, 1938 in Carthage; the daughter of Loyd Owen Coiner and Mildred Naomi Coiner.

She was a 1958 graduate of Carthage Senior High School. She was baptized at a young age at the First Baptist Church, Carthage, where she later worked with young women in a mission group called YWA. She often played tennis at Griggs Park in Carthage. Myrna was active in the Order of the Eastern Star organization when Grandmother Coiner-McCracken was a leader.

Myrna started her career of 50 years with Walmart in Carthage, and later returned to the Carthage store where she was still employed at this time. Myrna was a giving, loving person, especially to her family first and then her many friends at Walmart; always greeting them with the question “What do you need, what can I get for you?"

Survivors include two sisters, Shirley (Robert) Collins, Springfield, Missouri, and Norma (Phil) Jones, Nixa, Missouri; a sister-in-law, Erma Coiner Stokes, Springfield; seven nieces and nephews, Chris Coiner, Kelly Coiner, Kim Milner, Phillip Jones, Julie Hamby, Lori Myers and Doug Collins; numerous great-nieces and great-nephews, many cousins, and her life-long best friend, Judy McCoy.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Loyd L. Coiner; and a sister, Beverley A. Coiner.

Funeral services will be held 2 pm, Friday, January 31, 2020 at Knell Mortuary, Carthage. The family will receive friends from 1 pm until the service. Interment will follow the service at Paradise Cemetery, Jasper, Missouri. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Knell Mortuary.

Phyllis Raines

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Phyllis Ann Weber Raines, 89, passed away January 27, 2020 in Springfield, MO. Phyllis was born January 9, 1933 in Joplin, MO to Edward L. Weber and Maymie Pulda Weber.

She was a resident of the Carthage area for 25 years and was a homemaker and a master quilter. She was a member of Our Lady of the Cove of Kimberling City, MO and a member of the Alter and Rosary Society of St. Ann’s.

Phyllis was united in marriage to Robert Lee Raines January 24, 1950 in Joplin, MO; he preceded her in death January 1, 2005.

Phyllis is survived by two daughters, Anna Raines Midcap (Forrest) of Carthage and Linda Raines Rust of Galena, MO; three sons, Joseph E. Raines (Nancy) of Joplin, Stephen L. Raines (Marcia) of Galena, MO and Anthony L. Raines (Davina) of Galena, MO; eight grandchildren, Brian Raines, Jason Holliday, Andrew Holliday, Nicholas Raines, Heidi Lindeman, David Raines, Jeremiah Raines and William Hoover Jr. (April); and fourteen great grandchildren.

Phyllis is preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Sister Assumpta O.S.B.; her husband; one daughter, Martha L. Raines Hoover; one granddaughter, Amy L. Hoover; and one grandson, Eric Paul Mayhue.

Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January 30, 2020 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church. Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 29, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Ulmer Funeral Home. The Rosary will begin at 6:00 p.m. Burial will be at Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery, Joplin, MO.

Contributions may be made to the St. Ann’s School in care of Ulmer Funeral Home.

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

Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.

Paula McAnally

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Mrs. Paula Diane McAnally, 68, of Anderson, Missouri, departed this life on Tuesday morning, January 28, 2020, in the comfort of her home after a recent battle with cancer.

Paula entered this life on October 23, 1951, in Borger, Texas, daughter of the late Joe and Pauline (Cochran) Stone. She was raised and graduated high school in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

 On November 22, 1971, in Bentonville, Arkansas, she was united in marriage to Harold McAnally and to this union two sons were born. She and Harold have made Anderson, Missouri their home since 1971. Paula worked in the field of healthcare for several years as a CNA. She was employed by Oxford Health Care and the McDonald County Living Center. Paula loved to crochet. She made numerous hats and baby blankets that she gave freely throughout the community. She was a member of Faith Chapel Church in Anderson. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Debbie Alexander.

Paula is survived by her husband of forty-eight years, Harold McAnally of the home; two sons, Mack McAnally and wife, Amy, of Anderson and Michael McAnally of Neosho; seven grandchildren; one great grandson; a brother, Joey Stone of Wheeler, Texas; as well as a host of other family and friends.

Funeral services are 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 31, 2020 in the Anderson Chapel of the Ozark Funeral Homes with Pastor Derald Compton officiating. Burial will follow in the Anderson Cemetery.

 Those honoring her life by serving as pallbearers are Brian Thomas, Rusty Wilson, Darian Hurd, Wesley Hurd, Jeff Gibbs and Carter Flory. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 5-7:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. 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.

Keith Wooldridge

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

Keith Dale Wooldridge, age 87, of Lamar, MO passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, January 26, 2020.

Keith was born November 1,1932 in Sylvania, MO to Charles Victor Wooldridge and Oda Bernice (Neal) Wooldridge. Keith graduated from Golden City High School in the class of 1949. He served his country in the United States Army.

On July 8, 1955, Keith married Elnora Darlene Stephens in Golden City, MO and together they raised three children.

Keith was a millwright, building cabinets for several decades in the Kansas City area. He loved to hunt and fish, was a member of the Lyon's Club for over 15 years, a past member of the Belton, MO VFW Post #8220, and was of the Christian faith.

Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Elnora Wooldridge: two sons, Terry Wooldridge, Peculiar, MO and Larry (Deborah) Wooldridge, Warsaw, MO; a daughter, Vickie (Roger) Sterling, Carrollton, TX; ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren with another one expected to arrive in August. Preceding him in death were his parents, a grandson, Larry Joe Jr., and a daughter-in-law, Connie Wooldridge.

Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 31, 2020 at Daniel Funeral Home. The family will receive friends following the service. There will be a private burial in Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Contributions are suggested and made payable to the Wooldridge Family in care of Daniel Funeral Home.

Daren Wilkinson

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Daren Wilkinson Sr. passed away on the morning of January 27, 2020 at the age of 56 from complications brought on by cancer. He was comforted by those he loved in his final moments and peacefully left this world.

Daren had a story to tell for every occasion. You could argue all day whether those stories were true or not, but he believed every word. While he always ran into someone he knew everywhere he went we wondered if he’d ever met a stranger.

In his absence the sales of Steel Reserve will surely plummet, catfish numbers at various rivers will prosper and the grass on the local golf courses will have a significantly smaller number of divots to be replaced.

On the other hand, the memories and love he leaves behind will continue. He will always be remembered by, Tammy, the love of his life, numerous kids and grandkids, family members as well the extended families that he treated as his own.

Definitely gone too soon, but certainly not lacking in the impression he left. We love you Daren.

Memorial visitation will be held from 7-8 p.m. Thursday January, 30 2020 at the Mason-Woodard Chapel.

Arrangements are under the direction of Mason-Woodard Mortuary and Crematory in Joplin, Mo.

Bill Hogelin

(From Carson-Wall Funeral Home)

William E. “Bill” Hogelin, passed away at 10:54 a.m., Tuesday, January 28, 2020 surrounded by his loved ones at Good Samaritan Nursing Home. He would have celebrated his 99th birthday on June 21, 2020.

Bill was born and raised in Mound Valley, KS and was married to Joyce Dailey Hogelin for 65 years before her passing in 2008. With his wife at his side, he enjoyed square dancing, riding horses with the SEK Mounted Posse, the Altamont Saddle Club and the Big Hill Riders; He also enjoyed water skiing with his family. Bill was known as a baseball and softball coach, as well as a Boy Scout leader. Before owning and operating Midland Termite and Pest Control, for 20 years, he was a successful salesman for Swift Ice Cream, Montgomery Ward Tire Sales, Terminex and Orkin Pest Companies. After retirement Bill opened a small engine repair shop in his garage.

Bill was a proud WWII soldier, serving in Europe as part of the 35th Infantry Division from 1942-1945.

Bill is survived by his five children: Elton “Stub” Hogelin of Magnolia Texas, Sherry and husband Bob Dean of Omaha Nebraska, Bill and wife Carol Hogelin of Parsons Kansas, Jimmy Hogelin and fiancé Christi Peterson of Joplin Missouri, Connie and husband Alex Stankewsky of Lenexa Kansas. Bill loved children, especially his numerous grand and great grand children who will miss him dearly. He was preceded in death by his wife Joyce, brother John Irvin and sister Evelyn.

Graveside services for Bill will be held at 1:30 P.M. Thursday, January 30, 2020 at the patio at Memorial Lawn Cemetery, where burial will follow.

The family will receive friends from 12:30 until leaving in procession for the cemetery at 1:15. Memorials are suggested to Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice; these may be mailed to Carson Wall Funeral Home, P.O. Box 942, Parsons, KS 67357. Online condolences may be left at www.wallfuneralservices.com.

Cathleen Frakes

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Cathleen Luanne Frakes, age 86, of Joplin, MO, passed away at 7:45 p.m., 28th day of January, 2020 at home following several months of ill health.

Cathleen was born September 3, 1933 in Chariton, Iowa. She graduated from Webster City, Iowa where she met her Sadie Hawkins beau John. She married John Frakes on August 24, 1954. She served with John to churches in Iowa, Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Illinois for over 45 years.

During that time, she served in various capacities for God’s kingdom. She was a woman who brought joy and laughter to all those around her. Her quick wit and sense of humor always left a smile on the face of those who knew her. She welcomed all into her home and always made them feel like family. She was a dear friend to all who knew her. She was a faithful believer of Jesus Christ, which was her source of joy and hope and was a member of the Park Plaza Church family.

Additional survivors include one son, David Frakes, and wife Loretta of Denver, CO; one daughter, Julie Woolever and husband Mark of Joplin, MO; 10 grandchildren, Bethany, Rachel, Karissa, Melissa, Jessica, Cody, Sara Beth, Holly Ann, Mischa, and Tim; 10 great-grandchildren, Christopher, Caden, Chloe, Kyleigh, Nathan, Arlo, Alyssa, Avery, Aiden, and Walker; one brother, Jack Curtis of Phoenix, AZ, and one daughter-in-law, Becky and Randy Martin of Springfield, MO. Cathleen was preceded in death by her husband, John in 2012, and one son, Bryan Frakes in 2001.

Services will be at 10:30 am, Saturday, February 1, at Park Plaza Christian Church, 32nd and Indiana in Joplin. Minister B.A. Austin will officiate. Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Webb City. 

Those serving as pallbearers will be David Frakes, Mark Woolever, Cody Frakes, Scott Speck, Jack Curtis and Marvin Bass. The family will receive friends at Park Plaza Church from 10 to 10:30 am on February 1.

The family has requested that memorial contributions in memory of Cathleen be made to the St. Jude’s Hospital, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 66; Neosho, MO 64850.

Bessie Hampton

(From Parker Mortuary)

Bessie M. Hampton, age 92, Joplin, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at Silver Creek Assisted Living.

Bessie was born May 23, 1927 in Sugar Creek, Missouri, daughter of the late Sterling L. Watkins and Freeda Briggs Watkins. She attended early school in Hart, Missouri, and graduated from Anderson High School in 1945, where she was a member of the Glee Club, and was assistant art editor of the Redbird Annual. She worked for years as a secretary with Vickers, Inc. in Joplin, and was of the Methodist Faith.

She married James Henry Hampton on January 4, 1946, in Columbus, Kansas. He preceded her in death on July 25, 1989.

In addition to her parents, Bessie was also preceded in death by her sisters Doris Soderstadt and Patty Downs, and sister-in-law Opal Metz.

Bessie is survived by brother-in-law, Delmar Hampton and wife, Jean, of Neosho, Missouri and brother-in-law, Everett Downs of Holt, Missouri; as well as several nieces and nephews who loved her dearly.

Funeral service will be Thursday, January 30, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at Parker Mortuary Chapel. Interment will be at Osborn Memorial Cemetery.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Silver Creek Assisted Living, the Compassus Hospice staff, and the staff at College View Manor Independent Living for all of the love, help, and kindness that they bestowed on Bessie.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Eddie McKay

(From Parker Mortuary)

Edwin E. 'Eddie' McKay Jr., age 91, Joplin, passed away Monday, January 27, 2020 at his home after a sudden illness.

Eddie was born November 23, 1928 in Joplin, Missouri to the late Edwin Edward McKay, Sr. (1943) and Dova Killebrew McKay (1963) and had lived in the Joplin area most of his life.

He was a graduate of the University of Arkansas with a degree in mechanical engineering.

Eddie worked as a golf professional, mechanical engineer and farmer. He loved the outdoors and was an avid sportsman and conservationist. Eddie was a gifted golfer, angler, contract tournament bridge player and a Missouri state duck calling champion.

Eddie was a member of the Twin Hills Country Club for 63 years. He was an eight-time winner of the Twin Hills Club Championship, a three-time runner up in the Twin Hills Invitational in 1964, 1973, 1975 and runner up in the Joplin Globe City Championship in 1976. Eddie was also a regular on the Horton Smith and Ky Laffoon Cup teams. He was inducted into the Joplin Golf Hall of Fame in 1989.

Eddie was a veteran of the United States Army, serving with the Korean Military Advisory Group during the Korean War. He was a member of the Joplin VFW Post 534, American Legion Post 1000 and Elks Lodge 501.

He will be missed by everyone that knew and loved him.

Survivors include two sons, Robert McKay and wife, Terry, Joplin, Hugh McKay and wife, Deanna, Jefferson City; a daughter, Missy Witter and husband, Fred, Branson; his loving companion, Gayle McAllister; seven grandchildren; and four great grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Eddie was preceded in death by a brother, George Leonard Ott (1991).

A memorial visitation is planned for Saturday from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Mount Hope Cemetery Chapel. Interment with military honors will follow.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of choice.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Clinton Schilling

(From Lockwood Funeral Chapel)

Clinton L. Schilling, of Lockwood, MO, departed this life on Tuesday, January 28, 2020, at the Good Shepherd Community Care and Rehabilitation Facility at the age of 85.

He was born on August 20, 1934 in Lockwood, MO to Albert and Emma (VonStroh) Schilling. Clinton graduated from Lockwood High School.

He had a passion for working hard, and was a successful farmer. Clinton enjoyed doing dirt work around the farm. 

He was united in marriage to Nancy D. Ritter on August 19, 1983 in Carthage, MO. Clinton was member of Immanuel Lutheran Church.

Preceding him in death were his parents, Albert and Emma Schilling; and his first wife, Betty J. (Dodd) Schilling.

Survivors include his wife, Nancy Schilling; three children, Neil Schilling and wife Barbara of Long View, MO, Kathy Langston of Utah, and Jeff Schilling and wife Sandy of Carthage, MO; four step-children, Terry McClain of Lockwood, MO, Linda Sorden and husband Donnie of Lockwood, MO, Mike McClain of Golden City, MO, and Melissa Gulick of Golden City, MO; nine grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and six step-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 1, 2020, in the Immanuel Lutheran Church. Burial will follow in the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m. until service time. Memorial contributions may be made to the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at www.greenfieldfuneralchapel.com. Services are under the care of Lockwood Funeral Chapel.

John Mueller

(From Simpson Funeral Home)

John Andrew Mueller, Jr. age 55 of Oronogo, Missouri passed away suddenly at his residence on January 24, 2020. He was born in Glendale, California to John Andrew Mueller, Sr. and Susanne (Dawson) Mueller.

John was a United States Navy Veteran, and worked in retail sales. 

He is survived by his father, John Mueller, Sr. and wife Regina of Oronogo; mother, Susanne Murphy of Washington; son, Nathan Fox; sisters, Deborah DeSarah of Oregon, Dianna Williams of Washington, and Melody Murphy of Washington. 

John’s wishes were to be cremated and no services will be held at this time. 

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

Jerry Sample

(From Weng Funeral Chapel)

Gerald L. “Jerry” Sample, 83, Jasper, died at 9:01 a.m. Sunday, January 26, 2020 at his home following a battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Jerry was born January 27, 1936 at Pittsburg, Kansas to Gerald and Lawassa (Colvin) Sample.

He graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1955, and from KSC in 1960 with a BS Ed. and was commissioned a ROTC Army Lieutenant, and received his Master’s Degree from KSC in 1965. He taught junior high science at Lamar, MO from 1960-62, and taught 30 years in Jasper High School, retiring in 1992.

On November 7, 1958 he married Donna Cochran, and they had two sons, JD and Ken Sample. Their marriage ended in divorce in 1967. 

He married Doris Hoover on May 29, 1972 and she survives of the home along with their dog, Wonka Lou. 

Jerry was licensed to preach by the First Baptist Church of Pittsburg and preached at Opolis Christian, Diamond Union, Pleasant View, Cherry Grove,and Walnut Baptist Church while attending college. In 1964 he joined Grace Episcopal Church in Carthage and served as a lector. 

At the age of 18 Jerry enlisted in the Kansas Army Reserve and he transferred to the MO National Guard when he moved to Missouri. He was a Captain and served as the Company Commander at the Nevada Armory, serving 26 years from 1954-1981. His unit was called to riot duty in 1968 when Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated. In 1978 he spent two weeks in Germany with his unit as engineers. They also served as supply and medical units. He was a member of the 203rd Houn’ Dawg Retirees Association and the Four State Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America.
Jerry was named Jasper Chamber of Commerce Man of the Year in 1977, and in 1992 he was named an honorary member of the Eagle Chapter of the National Honor Society. Jerry had many hobbies, including photography, and everything train related. He was also an avid collector of Coca Cola, stamps, coins bottles, fruit jars, bricks, insulators and cars, especially Buicks.

Other survivors include his son, JD Sample (Karla). Six grandchildren, Jamey Smith, Kenny Sample (Kristy), Steven Sample (Cissili), Angel Malone (Ashley), Zach Sample (Alisha), and Harley Gerald Sample. Seven great-grandchildren, Samantha Smith (Nakayia), Brice and Maddi Davis, Jada and Conner Henson, Duncan Sample, and Kenlee Grace Sample. Two great-great-grandchildren, Able and Zayn O”Hara and step grandchildren, Stephani and Matthew Hopper, Ethan Middleton, and Oliver Neay. His aunt, Mary Colvin Bennett, his sister-in-law, Pamela Harshaw. His nephews, Phillip and John Ross Harshaw. His niece, Jennifer Capps (Eddie). Two cousins, Tom (Christine) and Tim (Kim) Colvin, and a host of friends and former students.

Jerry was preceded in death by his son, Kenneth Lynn Sample in 1981. His parents, his stepfathers, John Harshaw and Vernon Jones, his step mother, Mildred Sample, his sister, Kay Sue Duncan, and his brother, John Y. Harshaw.

Memorial services will be held Friday, January 31, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 820 Howard Street, Carthage, MO. Father Steve Wilson and Father Joe Pierjok will officiate. The family will receive friends on Thursday, January 30, 2020 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Weng Funeral Chapel, Jasper, MO.. Memorials are suggested to the Jasper Community Education Foundation or to Grace Episcopal Church in care of Weng Funeral chapel.

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

Christopher Hudson

(From White Funeral Home)

Christopher John Hudson, age 31, of Purdy, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2020. Christopher, son of Christopher J. Hudson and Mary Kackley, was born on April 27, 1988, in Morrilton, Arkansas.

He had several various jobs including masonry; some of Christopher’s pastimes where fishing, hunting, skateboarding and off roading.

Survivors include two sons, Ezekiel Hudson and Corey Smith; his mother, Mary Melancon and her husband Dennis, of Golden; his father, Christopher Hudson, of Little Rock, Arkansas; four sisters, Jennifer Cavin and her husband Scott, of Burleson, Texas, Rebecka Griffanti and her two children Jordan Griffanti and Karleigh Hudson, of Carthage, Elizabeth Burnett and her husband Jeremy of Sikeston, and Reba Hudson and Nick, of Virginia Beach, Virginia; many aunts, uncles, cousins and numerous friends.

Christopher is preceded in death by his grandparents Milton John Hudson, Margaret Hudson, and John F. Kackley; uncle Alvin Kackley, and aunt Cheryl Hudson

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 31, 2020, at the Lighthouse Full Gospel Church in Eagle Rock, with Evangelist John Hile officiating. The family will receive friends from noon until service time at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family and entrusted to the White Funeral Home and Crematory, P.O. Box 890, Cassville, MO 65625.

Service arrangements and cremation are under the direction of the White Funeral Home and Crematory, Cassville, Missouri.

Ralph Frederick

(From Parker Mortuary)

Ralph Edward Frederick, age 80, Goodman, entered into rest at 1:04 a.m. Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at his home.

Ralph was born November 10, 1939 in Woodson County, Kansas to the late Raymond Frederick and Clara Westerman Frederick and had lived in Goodman since 1976.

Ralph was a proud veteran of the United States Marines. Ralph married Joanne Gutzka on December 21, 2008 in Neosho, Missouri. She preceded him in death on March 4, 2018.

During his career, Ralph was a salesman for Vigortone AG Products. He and Joanne owned and operated the Neosho Flea Market for several years. Ralph was a very selfless and dedicated member of St. Canera Catholic Church, where he served tirelessly in several ministries. Ralph loved giving people the Body and Blood of Christ as a Eucharistic minister at Mass. He also loved taking Communion to the homebound and those in nursing homes. Ralph sought out fallen-away Catholics and ministered to them by holding small prayer services at nursing homes.

He voluntarily served as the Building and Maintenance manager for several years at St. Canera. There was no job that was too hard or unpleasant for Ralph. He made his rounds (morning and evening) to check on things at the church. He always did things very thoroughly. Ralph also enjoyed being an Altar Server at Mass, and he was a lector at daily Masses for several years. Ralph was a fervent evangelizer. He had a mission to save souls. Possibly Ralph’s strongest devotion was to Divine Mercy. He prayed the Chaplet of Divine Mercy each day at 3:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. He gave away countless booklets about Divine Mercy to people he met. Ralph was honored to be a Eucharistic Apostle of Divine Mercy. He had a strong sense of serving God by serving others.

In addition to his parents and wife, Ralph was preceded in death by his siblings, Clarence Frederick, Lloyd Frederick, Geraldine Frederick, Ruth Poffenbarger, Marty Phelan and Roseanne Frederick.

Survivors include his son, Robert Alan Frederick and wife, Gloria, Las Vegas, Nevada; granddaughter, Leilani Frederick, Las Vegas, Nevada; siblings, Robert Frederick and wife, Valerie, Chanute, Kansas, Thomas Frederick, Chanute, Kansas, Rita Roush and husband Clyde, Chanute, Kansas, Velma Nordhus, Centralia, Kansas; many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Services are planned for Wednesday, January 29 at St. Canera Catholic Church, Neosho, Missouri. The rosary will be recited beginning at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be at Saint Joseph Cemetery, Humboldt, Kansas Thursday, January 30, with the rosary recited at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Humboldt, Kansas.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Betty Gibson

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Betty Sue Gibson was born September 29, 1938 in Crane, Missouri, one of four children to Dovis and Fern (Eshom) Parsons. She entered into rest on January 28, 2020 in Joplin, following an illness at the age of 81.

Betty moved to Neosho as a child and graduated from Neosho High School in 1956. She was a homemaker and had worked as a cashier at Sale Memorial Hospital, now Freeman Neosho Hospital and then worked at Scholastic. She enjoyed sewing, crafts, was an excellent cook, but her family was her first priority. She was a member of the Northside Baptist Church. 

Betty and Bob Gibson were married on July 28, 1956 in Neosho and they shared 63 years together. 

In addition to her husband, Bob, she is survived by two children, Jeff Gibson and wife, Ellen of Joplin and Cheryl Price of Springfield; four grandchildren, Emily Tracy, Sara Robertson, Courtney Price and Camille Price; five great grandchildren, Abigail, Stella, Opal, Ada and Will and a brother, Dick Parsons of Granby. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, brother, Robert Parsons and sister, Barbara Cummins.

VISITATION

Clark Funeral Home - Neosho
Thursday, January 30, 2020
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
312 S. Wood St.
Neosho, Missouri

FUNERAL SERVICE

Northside Baptist Church
Friday, January 31, 2020
10:30 AM
Neosho, Missouri

Interment will follow in the Neosho IOOF Cemetery. Contributions in memory of Betty may be made to Northside Baptist Church, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 66; Neosho, MO 64850

James Foster

(From Parker Mortuary)

James R. Foster, age 72, Joplin, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at his home after a lengthy illness.

James was born August 19, 1947 in Couch, Missouri, son of the late John Foster and Norma Dene Harris Foster. He moved to Joplin as a child, and attended Joplin Schools, graduating from Joplin High School in 1965.

He worked for Teledyne in Neosho for many years as an inspector prior to going to work for Building Products, where he retired in 2002.

In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by a daughter, Kimberly Spicer who passed in 2014, and a brother, Gary Lee Foster who passed November 6, 1966.

He married Marcia F. Gust on January 4, 1966 in Joplin, she survives. Additional survivors include his son, John Foster of Granby, Missouri; grandchildren, Dylan Spicer (Katie) of Portland, Oregon, and Shawndra Brasier (Joe Armstrong) of Joplin; great-grandchildren, Kaden Brasier, Maekenzee Braiser, and Jackson Braiser.

Memorial service will be Saturday, February 1, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. in Parker Mortuary Chapel with David DuRall, II officiating. Inurnment of his ashes will be in Osborne Memorial Cemetery at a later date.

Clona Bertalotto

(From Fohn Funeral Home)

Clona D. Bertalotto, age 87, of Rocky Comfort, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 27, 2020 at Lacoba Homes in Monett, Missouri.

She was born September 13, 1932 in McNatt, Missouri, the daughter of Ottie L. and Wanda A. (Ball) Brazeal. On June 2, 1947 she was united in marriage to Hugh McClellan, who passed away in 1982.

In June, 1993 she married James Bertalotto, who also preceded her in death. 

Others preceding her in death were her parents; one son, Richard; three brothers, Edward, Earl and Wilford Brazeal and two sisters, Nellie Brown and Georgia Mahurin.

Surviving are one daughter, Connie Christen and her husband Craig of Monett, Missouri; four grandchildren, Bradley McClellan, Chip McClellan and his wife Jennifer, Kenneth Christen and Keith Christen and three great grandchildren, Chanceton, Hailey and London McClellan.

Clona grew up and received her education in McDonald County, where she attended Puckett School. For many years she worked for La-Z-Boy in Neosho and had also worked at Cardwell Memorial Hospital in Stella. Some of her favorite pastimes were crocheting, baking pies and going to church. She was a member of Bethlehem Freewill Baptist Church.

Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 31, 2020 at Bethlehem Freewill Baptist Church in Bethlehem, under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. Pastor Hap Anders will conduct the services. Burial will be at Union Cemetery, south of Stella.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Thursday at Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville.

Dolores Sears

(From Carson-Wall Funeral Home)

Dolores Sears, 84, of Erie, passed away at 6:15 p.m., Saturday, January 25, 2020 at the Prairie Mission Retirement Village in St. Paul.

She was born on July 17, 1935 at Blackwater, Missouri to Alfred and Marjorie (Wallace) West. She attended Blackwater and Erie schools graduating from Erie High School in 1954.

Dolores and Ronald Sears were married on December 18, 1953 at the Neosho County Courthouse in Erie. He preceded her in death on February 2, 2014.

Dolores and Ron lived in Alva, Oklahoma, Erie, and Pineville, Missouri before moving back to Erie where she worked at Erie schools and at the nursing home in Erie as a cook. She was also a homemaker.

Dolores enjoyed sewing, making dresses, clothes, and quilts. She also had a greenhouse and raised flowers. She and her husband renewed their wedding vows on their 60th wedding anniversary in 2013. Dolores was a member of the Church of Christ in Chanute.

She is survived by two sons, Terry Sears, and his wife, Darlene of Erie and Randy Sears, and his wife Juanita of Neck City, MO; two daughters, Kathy Ewan, and her husband, Bill of Diamond, MO and Rhonda Janssen, and her husband, Gary of Erie; nine grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren; four brothers, Ralph West of Bonner Springs, Jack West of Booneville, MO, Don West of Booneville, MO, and Larry West of Virginia; three sisters, Shirley Comer of Calumet, OK, Mary Schaeffer of Fairview, OK, and Judi Meyer of Enid, OK; many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Ron, Dolores was preceded in death by two brothers, Wayne West and Doug West.

Memorial graveside services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, January 31, 2020 at the Lakeview Cemetery near Erie with the Reverend Dr. Michael Haggard officiating. Burial will follow. Friends may call the Pierce-Carson-Wall Funeral Home in Erie from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday to sign the register. Memorials are suggested to the Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice and these may be left at or mailed to the funeral home 113 S. Main St. P.O. 182 Erie, KS 66733. Online condolences may be left at www.wallfuneralservices.com.

Linda Mayfield

(From Simpson Funeral Home)

Linda Ann (Tamminen) Mayfield, age 73, went home to be with Jesus on January 27, 2020.

Linda, daughter of the late Wayne Tamminen and Frankie Warren, was born in Webb City on October 7, 1946. She was a graduate of Webb City High School.Linda worked at Motorola for many years, until the company closed. She then had the opportunity to go to college. She truly enjoyed attending classes. She made many new friends and would hold study groups. 

At the age of 53, she graduated from MSSU in May of 2000. Her family was so very proud of her and this major accomplishment. After graduating, she began working at Webster Elementary in Webb City as a Title I instructional assistant. She absolutely loved her students and helping them learn.

Linda married the love of her life, Gary (Mayf) Mayfield, on November 26, 1965. He survives. They had two children, Kim Mayfield and Gary (Scoot/Scoob) Mayfield, both of Webb City and two granddaughters, Reagan and Jordyn. They were the light of her life. She loved being a nana. 

She is also survived by her six siblings, Bobby (Jean) Palmer, Patty Palmer, Brenda (Bud, deceased) Hulderman, her beloved twin, Larry (Barbara) Tamminen, Terri (Rodney) Edwards, and Tracy (Teresa) Warren. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, neighbors, and her church family.

Linda and her husband attended First Christian Church in Webb City. She loved Jesus and was active in her church. She definitely had a gift for gab and never met a stranger. She enjoyed flea marketing with her husband and was well known for her garage sales. She brought so much joy to so many lives. 

A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Those who so desire may make memorial donations to the First Christian Church. 

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

Justin DeVine

(From Parker Mortuary)

Justin Alan DeVine, age 32, of Carl Junction, passed away on Wednesday January 15, 2020 in San Antonio, Texas.

Justin was born March 10, 1987 in Joplin and graduated from Carl Junction High School in 2005. He has lived in many places, but Carl Junction has always been his home. He grew up at Fellowship Baptist Church in Joplin.

Justin never gave up trying to be free from his addictions. He loved life and wanted so badly to be free. He dreamed of having a family of his own and especially wanted to be a dad. He was still fighting for those dreams. While addiction played a big part in Justin’s life, when you think of him, think of his goofy smile, sriracha sauce, skinny jeans and unique taste in music; but, most importantly, remember his charming personality, huge heart and unmatched loyalty.

Justin will never realize how many lives he impacted. We will miss him deeply, but rejoice knowing that he is finally at peace.

Survivors include his parents, Matt and Tammy DeVine, of Carl Junction; sisters, Kara DePriest and husband, Hank, of Joplin, Hannah DeVine of Carl Junction and Natilie DeVine of Carl Junction; nephew, Nolan DePriest; niece, Rylee Grant; and grandparents, Carroll and Ramona Wheat, of Carl Junction.

Memorial services will be held on Friday January 31, 2020 at Fellowship Baptist Church with Ed Willoughby and Andrew McGowan officiating. The family would love for you to come and share stories at noon, with services starting at one o’clock. Private family interment of his remains will follow at Osborne Memorial Cemetery where he will be laid to rest with his cousin, Brendan Garrett. The family is grateful for two candlelight vigils that have taken place in San Antonio, Texas, on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 and another in Sarasota, Florida, on Saturday January 25, 2020.

Velma Balden

(From Lakin Funeral Home)

Velma Caroline Balden, age 96, of Pierce City, MO died on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Cox-Monett in Monett, MO. She was born in Sarcoxie, MO on Tuesday, June 26, 1923; the daughter of John A. and Carolene (Block) Eimer.

Mrs. Balden worked at Jumping Jacks Shoe Factory and also spent many years as a homemaker. 

Mrs. Balden graduated from Diamond High School. She thoroughly enjoyed watching the Lawrence Welk Show and enjoyed working in her flower garden. She spent many hours working with her flowers and enjoyed them once they had grown. Mrs. Balden enjoyed her retirement. She ate many meals at the Pierce City Senior Center while visiting and talking with friends. Mrs. Balden loved talking to family members and spending time with family. She enjoyed traveling to see her family as well.

Surviving are the following: one daughter, Melissa LeMaster and husband, John, of Pierce City, MO; one sister, Marjorie Baker of Memphis, TN; one niece; and 2 nephews. Mrs. Balden was preceded in death by the following: her parents; two husbands, Paul Matthews and George Balden; one sister, Helen Crossno; and one brother, Floyd Eimer.

The family will receive friends at Lakin Funeral Home in Pierce City, MO on Tuesday, January 28, 2020 from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Rosary Services will follow visitation at 7:00 PM. Services will be at Lakin Funeral Home in Pierce City, MO on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at 1:00 PM with Father Matthew Rehrauer officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in Pierce City, MO. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Lakin Funeral Home in Pierce City, MO.

Phillip Kyte

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Phillip Allen Kyte, of rural Carthage, died Sunday January 26, 2020 at home following a battle with cancer. He was born June 6, 1961, the son of Warren Kyte and JoAnna “Jody” (Dyer) Kyte.

He graduated from Carthage High School in 1979. After high school he attended Crowder College on a baseball scholarship. He also attended Central Missouri State, Georgia Institute of Technology and Crowder College Drivers Training Program. Phillip worked for Atlas Powder, Leggett & Platt, Carthage Underground Americold Logistics, Renewable Environmental Solutions, EBV-EEC Explosives. Then he became a truck driver for Hiland Dairy foods, Ag-Choice in Weir, KS and Don’s Cold Storage in Webb City.

Phillip loved sports and was a member of several Little League, high school, American Legion and college baseball teams, which he won several awards as pitcher. He also played junior high and high school football and was a member of the Carthage 1978 Conference Championship Team. As an adult, he coached Little League Baseball and YMCA Youth Basketball.

Phillip was preceded in death by his father, Warren Kyte.

Survivors include one son, Travis Kyte and fiancé Bridget Sears; his mother, JoAnna “Jody” Kyte; two brothers, Greg Kyte and wife Mary and Richard Kyte all of rural Carthage, along with several nieces, nephews, family members and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 1st at Ulmer Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from noon to 2:00 p.m. prior to services. Burial will be at Paradise Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Carthage R-9 Foundation, the American Diabetes Association or the American Cancer Society in care of Ulmer Funeral Home.

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

Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home

JoAnn Gerard

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Margaret “JoAnn” Gerard, 87, passed away January 26, 2020 at St. Luke’s Nursing Home in Carthage. JoAnn was born December 12, 1932 in Bartlesville, OK to John T. Shirley and Louise “LaPrade” Shirley.

She was a resident of Carthage since 1953 and worked at KDMO Radio for over 30 years. JoAnn was a member and past treasurer of the Ladies’ Auxiliary, VFW Post #2590 and a former member of Crossroads ABWA, receiving a Woman of the Year Award.

JoAnn is survived by one son, Donald J. Hall (Lyn) of Cheyenne, WY; one daughter, Katherine Cook (Bill) of Wichita, KS; one brother, John T. Shirley III (Marion) of Tahlequah, OK; four grandchildren, Rick Hall, Charmin Bland, Alisha Homolka and Michelle Carlson; eight grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren, along with many beloved nieces and nephews.

JoAnn was preceded in death by one brother, Robert E. Shirley; two sisters, Mary L. Hilton (Thurman) and Connie Sanders.

A family celebration of life will be held at a later date in Carthage.

Memorial contributions may be made to VFW Post #2590 in care of Ulmer Funeral Home.

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

Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.

Rachel Aldrich

(From Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home)

Rachel Marie Aldrich, age 63, of Mt. Vernon, Missouri, passed away at 2:50 p.m. on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at her home. She was born September 28, 1956, in Marshfield, Missouri, the daughter of Max Willard and Alice Maxine (DeVore) Aldrich.

Rachel was a 1975 graduate of Mt. Vernon High School and received her associate’s degree from Crowder College in Neosho, Missouri. She was a housekeeper for the Lawrence County Council on Aging and was a very active member of the Summit Baptist Church. She accepted the Lord as her Savior at a young girl and she served her Savior, faithfully her entire life, right up to the end.

Rachel lived a life serving others. She was loved by many. She had a special heart for her family, children and senior citizens.

Rachel is survived by her mother, Alice; three brothers, Michael (Cindy) Aldrich of Neosho, Missouri, David (Jacklyn) Aldrich of Chadwick, Missouri, and Jonathan Aldrich of Mt. Vernon; six sisters, Rebekah Koenig of Mt. Vernon, Ruth (Dwight) Ozley of Miller, Missouri, Mary (Steve) Cheney of Pacific, Missouri, Martha (Lewis) Davis of Gladewater, Texas, Elisabeth (Jimmy) Brashers of Mt. Vernon, Esther (Keith) Lesmeister of Onawa, Iowa and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Rachel was preceded in death by her father, Max and her grandparents.

A visitation, under the direction of the Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home, in Mt. Vernon, will be held from 1:00-2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 29, 2020, at the Summit Baptist Church, with a funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at the Salem Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made payable to, Operation Christmas Child, the Baptist Hill Church Camp, or the Barry-Lawrence County Development Center of Monett, Missouri, in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be shared at www.FossettMosherFuneralHome.com.