Eileen Siebert

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Virginia Eileen Siebert, 88, passed away suddenly on October 30, 2022, at her home. Eileen was fun-loving, adventurous, and as spunky as they come. Her one-of-a-kind personality filled any room she entered, and she will be missed by many. Eileen was a long-time resident of Carthage, Missouri. 

She was born to Lex and Gladys Bowman of Hollister, Missouri on January 9, 1934. She graduated from High School in Hollister in 1952 and subsequently attended Draughon Business College in Springfield, Missouri. 

She married her sweetheart, Thomas Siebert, on July 31, 1954. Eileen worked at the Missouri State Capitol in the proofing department and then as a Driver’s Examiner Clerk for the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Additionally, she attended beauty school and was a licensed cosmetologist.

Eileen was a loving mother to her only son, her pride and joy, Michael Siebert, Sr. To her many grandchildren she was affectionately known as “Nanny”. She was a dedicated Christian, reading her Bible daily and telling as many as she could about the love of Jesus. She loved to try new things, to hear a good story, and to spend time at her home place in Taney County. Springtime was her favorite season, as she was a gardener, and she loved the bright colors of blooming flowers. She reminisced fondly about the past, but never took for granted a moment of life, which she lived to its fullest.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Siebert of Carthage, Mo. 

She is survived by her son Michael Siebert and wife Janiece of Carthage, Mo. She is also survived by four grandchildren: Marcus Siebert of Carthage, Mo; Mason Siebert of Carthage, Mo; Cathryn (Kate) McNary and husband John of Golden City, Mo; and Malachi Siebert of Carthage, Mo. 

Eileen was preceded in death by two grandsons, Michael Siebert, Jr. and Matthew Siebert. She was also preceded in death by her parents, and her brother Kenneth Bowman and by a sister, Reanna Bowman. Eileen is survived by nine great-grandchildren and one great-great grandson.

Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, November 3, 2022, at Ulmer Funeral Home in Carthage, Missouri. Services will be held at First Church of the Nazarene in Carthage, Missouri on Friday, November 4, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Gobbler's Knob Cemetery in Hollister, Missouri at 2:00 p.m.

Condolences may be made online at www.ulmerfh.com.

Contributions may be made to First Church of the Nazarene in Carthage, MO in care of Ulmer Funeral Home.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.

Ruth Stewart

(From Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Ruth Ann Bronk Stewart went home to be with her Lord on October 29, 2022 at the age of 84. Formerly of Alba MO, she was a resident of Wildwood Senior Living in Joplin, MO at the time of her death.

Ruth was born April 10, 1938 in Watervliet, New York as the first child of Marguerite and Edwin Bronk. Ruth attended elementary school in Watervliet, New York. She attended high school in Troy, New York while working part time as a candy striper at a local hospital. 

After graduating from high school, she became a Corp wave in the navy, then trained as a nurse wave at Great Lakes Naval Training Station in Illinois. 

Ruth was stationed as a Corp Wave Nurse in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Naval Hospital in 1958, where she met her husband, Joe Stewart. Joe and Ruth were married September 13th, 1958. Shortly after that she left the navy to become a full- time wife and mother.

Ruth is survived by her five children, Andrew James Stewart (Sarah) of Granbury, TX, Paul Edwin Stewart (Margaret) of Carthage, MO, Barbara A. Roy (Thomas) of Alba, MO, Audra Jean Barrares (Michael) of Spring TX, and Heather Lyn Lundy (Michael) of Alba, MO, as well as 18 grandchildren, and 28 great grandchildren. Ruth is also survived by her five brothers, William A. Bronk, Charles M. Bronk, Walter F. Bronk, (Rose), Raymond J. Bronk (Linda) Harold R. Bronk (Maryann) and many nieces and nephews. Her sister Susan M. McCullough, and brother James R. Bronk preceded her in death.

Ruth accepted Jesus in 1962 as a young wife and mother after the birth of her first child. Her faith in Christ and her family was very important to her. She loved music and had favorite hymns she loved to sing. Her generosity showed in her love for people, and she never met a stranger. She often used her talents as a cook and baker to make delicious meals and desserts as her way of serving others. Later in life, Ruth went back to finish her nursing school and in 1987, she graduated as an LPN which was her career until she retired in 2005.

Friends and family are invited to attend an informal visitation on Sunday, November 13th, from 2:00-4:00 in the afternoon at Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home, 301 W Broadway, Webb City, MO.

Graveside services are set for Monday, November 14th, at 10:00 AM at Weaver Cemetery at 12701 County Rd 227, Purcell, MO.

Friends and family are welcome.

Carol Ledford

(From Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home)

Carol Ann (Henneman) Ledford, 71 of Carl Junction, Missouri formerly of Unionville, MO passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2022, at Mercy Hospital Joplin surrounded by family.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Friday, November 4, 2022, at the First Baptist Church, 104 N. 15th St., Unionville, MO, 63565. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m., at the church. Interment will be in the Dodson Cemetery in rural Unionville, MO. 

Memorials are suggested to the Dodson Cemetery Association. Memories of Carol and condolences for her family may be left at or on our Facebook Page. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd St., Odessa, MO, 64076, 816-633-5524.

Carol was born on May 17, 1951, in Winner, South Dakota to Howard Freemont and Laura Myrtle (Wheeler) Henneman. She graduated from Chamberlian High School in Chamberlain; SD. Carol spent most of her working life in road and telephone construction. 

On June 12, 1994, she was united in marriage to James "Jim" Ledford in Green City, MO. They resided in Unionville for many years until moving to Kansas City, KS and most recently Carl Junction, MO to be close to family. 

Carol was Christian by faith. In addition to spending time with family and friends, she enjoyed crafts, woodworking, painting, but most of all spending time with her family. Carol always started her morning with a hot cup of coffee and watching the birds in her backyard.

Carol is survived by her husband, Jim Ledford of Carl Junction, MO; six children, Shirley Veskrna and companion Mike Standley of Webb City, MO, Wade Christensen and wife Jamie of Gillette, Wyoming, Austin Ledford and wife Christy of Odessa, MO, Kim Schultz and husband Chris of Wathena, Kansas, Jason Wilson of Troy, KS, and Jeff Wilson and companion Bree Thomas Master of Wathena, KS; grandchildren, Derek Isbell and wife Janae of Carl Junction, MO, Christian Isbell of Alba, MO, Casey Sherrouse and husband Josh of Barling, Arkansas, Kaitlynn Standley and Tyler Standley of Neosho, MO; Mackenzie Christensen, Brody Christensen and wife Ashley of Ft. Drum, New York, Asher and Addison Ledford of Odessa, Missouri, Jackie Clause of Troy, KS, Riley Wilson of Wathena, KS, Blake Conroy and husband Brycen of Troy, KS, Blaine Wilson and wife Bailey of Wathena, KS and Bryson Wilson and wife Lindsy of Wathena, KS; great-grandchildren, Jayden Baker, Jessalyn Howard, Jacey Wasson, Jon Wasson, Noah Sherrouse, Nathan Sherrouse, Bayden Klaus, Beau Klaus, Brantley Klaus, Acre Wilson, Meadow Wilson, Harper Wilson, and Hadley Wilson, and two great-great grandchildren, Waylon Howard and Waylon Christensen; two brothers, David Henneman of Gillette, WY and Francis Henneman of Huston, Texas; two brothers-in-laws, Dick Hespe and Victor Hartman and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded in death by two sisters, Connie Hespe and Laura Lee Hartman.

Patty Kuhn

(From Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home)

Patricia (Patty) R. Kuhn, 80, went to be with her Lord and Savior October 29, 2022 at Freeman West Hospital after an illness.

Patricia Ruth Wehmeier was born June 12,1942 in Clayton, New Mexico the daughter of Walter A. and W. Elvena (Davis) Wehmeier. Patty was a lifelong area resident. She formerly worked as a caregiver for children and was a homemaker.

Patty loved kids and loved each and everyone as if they were her very own. She loved going to flea markets to find the perfect bargains. She had a great love of reading and was often found setting in her recliner reading her novels. Patty loved to cook. She will be remembered for her chicken and noodles. 

She was a member of the Bethel Baptist Church in Seneca for 70 years. She was formerly the church clerk, taught Sunday School for years and very faithful dedicated women. She loved being with her family and friends.

Patrica R. Wehmeier married Thomas L. Kuhn June 28, 1963 in Seneca, MO and he survives. Additional survivors include two daughters; Leslie Kuhn and Lisa Kuhn; one son, Tony Kuhn; siblings, Richard Davis and wife Cindi, Sarcoxie, Harry Davis and wife Linda, Seneca and Brenda Triplett and husband Dave, Seneca and a host of extended family, friends and church family.

Patty was preceded in death by her parents; and siblings Florence Jones and husband Ivan, Donald Davis and wife Carol and Leslie (Lad) Davis.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 pm, Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at the Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home, Seneca.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Thursday, November 3, 2022 at the Bethel Baptist with Ty Dawson and Fred Mills officiating. Burial will be in the Kirk Cemetery north of Seneca, MO. with Kevin Davis, Caleb Davis, Wayne Ritter, Lenny Kuhn, Zach Butterfield. and
serving as pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers will be Justin Barfknecht, Jared Barfknecht, Daniel Herr, Michael Herr, and Jonah Wilcox.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Bethel Baptist Church in care of the Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home, PO Box 380 Seneca, MO, 64865.

Charlie Taylor

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Charles ‘Charlie’ Dean Taylor was born October 29, 1966 in Joplin, Missouri, one of five sons to Robert C. and Catherine (Embrey) Taylor. He entered into rest on October 28, 2022 at his home in Granby at the age of 55. 

Charlie was a lifelong area resident and graduate of East Newton High School, class of 1985. He worked at Sunbeam as a forklift driver and then in construction in Texas, where he was injured at the age of 30 and was disabled. 

He enjoyed playing music, working on cars and enjoyed doing anything mechanical. Charlie was Baptized at the Abundant Life Assembly of God Church. 

He is survived by four brothers, Richard Taylor of Stark City, Missouri, Russell Taylor of Fair Grove, Missouri, Keith Taylor and wife, Della and James Taylor and wife, Melinda, all of Granby, Missouri; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and other family. 

He is preceded in death by his parents and two sisters-in-laws, Jane Taylor and Denise Taylor. 

Services will be held on Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 4 pm at the Clark Funeral Home, Granby. The family will receive friends following the service until 6:30 pm at the funeral home. Cremation will follow the services.

Joe Ponce

(From Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home)

Joe Ponce, 85, of Parsons, passed away at 7:35 p.m., Friday, October 28, 2022, at Presbyterian Manor in Parsons.

He was born on February 24, 1937, to Ralph Sr. and Ysidora (Cabrera) Ponce in Chanute, Kansas. As a young boy, he grew up and attended school in Chanute, graduating with the class of 1955. In 1957, he earned an Associate of Arts degree from Chanute Junior College, then continued his education at Pittsburg State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in 1974. He served in the U.S. Army 1960-1962.

For a number of years, Joe worked for Day and Zimmerman at the Kansas Army Ammunition Plant. From 1991 until his illness and retirement in 2016, he worked at Parsons Presbyterian Manor, providing transportation and other support for the residents.

A lifelong Catholic, Joe was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Parsons. He grew up playing fast-pitch softball for various teams in the Mexican-American softball leagues, often playing and traveling with his brothers. He also played and umpired for the Parsons Recreation Commission leagues. In 2008, Joe was inducted into the Mexican-American Athletic Club Hall of Fame in Newton. Over the years, he also coached girls’ softball and bowled competitively at Tower Bowl in Parsons.

Joe was known around Parsons for the kindness and respect he always showed to others. He spent many hours upon hours helping Parsons residents with home projects and other necessities.

On June 12, 1965, Joe and Julia Negrete were united in marriage at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Parsons, Kansas. She survives of the home.

Other survivors include:

Two sons – Steve Ponce of Overland Park, Kansas

Robert Ponce of Joplin, Missouri

One daughter – Carol Shankel and her husband, Tony, of Olathe, Kansas

Six grandchildren – Christopher Ponce, Nicholas Ponce, Jaden Ponce, Daniela Ponce, Thomas Shankel, and Julie Ponce

Six brothers – Rueben Ponce and his wife, Janet, of Austin, Texas

Harley Ponce of Chanute, Kansas

Ted Ponce of Chanute, Kansas

Chris Ponce and his wife, Susan, of Chanute, Kansas

Lupe Ponce of Parsons, Kansas

Ralph Ponce, Jr. and his wife, Shannon, of Wichita, Kansas

Three sisters – Mickey Hernandez and her husband, Joe, of Chanute, Kansas

Liz Guerra and her husband, Francisco, of Olathe, Kansas

Rebecca Rodriguez and her husband, Pete, of Wichita, Kansas

He was preceded in death by his parents; one infant son, Michael Joseph Ponce; one sister, Mary Fernandez; four infant siblings; and sister-in-law, Esther Ponce.

The funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, November 3, 2022, at St. Patrick Catholic School Gymnasium in Parsons. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Parsons with military honors presented by the Brown-Bishop, VFW Post 704. The rosary will be prayed at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, at the Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home in Parsons. The family will receive friends following the rosary.

Memorials are suggested to St. Patrick Catholic Church Renovation Fund. These may be left at or mailed to Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 374, Parsons, KS 67357.

Ken Green

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Ken Douglas Green, age 55, of Neosho, Missouri, peacefully passed away at 12:10 p.m. on Sunday, October 30, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his family and friends. He was born March 26, 1967, in Lebanon, Missouri, to Obeal “Obie” and Sherry (Smith) Green.

Ken graduated from Lebanon High School in 1985. In 2001 Ken met his life partner John Buzzard, and together they resided in Neosho.










Ken worked as a groundskeeper for the Neosho IOOF Cemetery, and he worked alongside his cousin, creating jewelry for their Etsy store, Dilworth Road. More recently, he worked for Lowes in the garden department. He was a kind soul who truly loved spending time with family and friends.

He is survived by his mother Sherry Green of Lebanon; partner, John Buzzard and his mom, Nancy Buzzard of Neosho; one brother, Tony Green and his wife, Joni, of Lebanon; niece, Kayla Stephens and her husband, Daren; nephew, Brian Decker and his wife, Jenna; four great-nieces; two great-nephews his beloved dog, Pete; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.

His father, Obeal Green, preceded him in death.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. at the Clark Funeral Home in Neosho. A time for viewing will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday prior to the service. Ken is to be interred at Oakwood Cemetery in Neosho. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ken’s memory to Faithful Friends, PO Box 66, Neosho, MO 64850.

Ken will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him.

Bill Gonzales

(From Parker Mortuary)

William "Bill" Francis Gonzales, age 56, Parsons, Kansas passed away Sunday, October 30th, 2022 at Landmark Hospital in Joplin.

Bill was born May 7th, 1966 in Kansas City, Missouri to the union of Joseph Francis and Alexina Jean (McDougall) Gonzales.

Bill is survived by his sister, Bessie Jester.

Arrangements are under the personal care of Parker Mortuary.

Sarabelle DeWitt

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

Sarabelle DeWitt, age 74, of Lamar, Missouri passed away October 27, 2022, at Freeman Hospital in Joplin, Missouri.

Sarabelle was born December 4, 1947 in Kansas City, Missouri to Homer Woodrow Houston and Margie Sara May (Rutherford) Houston. Sarabelle graduated from Memphis, Texas High School in the class of 1965. 

On January 19, 1979, Sarabelle married Steven Charles DeWitt in Lamar, MO.

Sarabelle worked as a cost analyst for O'Sullivan Industries for 31 years and also worked as a telephone operator for Southwestern Bell. Sarabelle also worked for Missouri Child Support Enforcement in 2010. Sarabelle was very enthusiastic about the Kansas City Chiefs and St. Louis Cardinals. Sarabelle and Steve loved to go camping and spent most of their summers outdoors. They were incredibly thankful to get one last trip in before her passing. She loved to play the game "Joker" and was very competitive at family functions when they would play. If you were to ask anyone, Sarabelle was the best cook around. She loved spending time with her grandkids and great-grandkids, as well as attending their sporting events, no matter how far the drive. She was so proud of each and everyone of them.

Survivors include her husband, Steven; one son, Todd DeWitt of Carthage, Missouri; two daughters, Trisha SueAnn Stettler and Ashley Elizabeth DeWitt, both of Lamar, MO; seven grandchildren, Trenton DeWitt, Colton DeWitt, Kinley DeWitt, Megan(Tyler) Fidlin, Olivia (Michael) Branham, Julia Stettler and Ashlyn Stettler; four great-grandchildren, Wyatt Collins, McKenzie Fidlin, Gavyn Ramey and Abby Larson; two sisters, Kathryn (Larry) Onstott of Lamar, MO., and Becky (Mike) Pickering of Carthage, MO.

Sarabelle was preceded in death by her parents and one son, Steven Nicholas DeWitt.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at Lamar First Assembly Church. Burial will be held at 2:30 p.m., at West Liberty Cemetery in Ft. Scott, Kansas.

The family will receive friends starting at 10:00 a.m., until service time at the church.

Contributions are suggested to Lamar First Assembly to go towards BGMC (Boys & Girls Missionary Challenge) in care of Daniel Funeral Home.

Condolences may be shared at www.dfhlamar.com

Nell Finley

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

Nell Ruth Finley, age 98, of Lamar, Missouri passed away October 26, 2022, at St. Luke's Nursing Center in Carthage, Missouri.

Nell was born May 19, 1924 in Mortons Gap, Kentucky to Lewis Johnston and Blanche (Allen) Johnston. Nell was married to James B. Finley from 1944 until his passing in 1993. Their son James Anthony Finley was born in 1944 and passed in 2014. Nell married Gerald Voorhees in 2004 and he passed away in 2016.

During WWII Nell was a welder on airplanes. She volunteered with the Red Cross for over 50 years, and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lamar. Nell would often take in animals and care for them until they could be reunited with their owners.

Survivors include a daughter-in-law, Lynn Finley of Lamar, MO; one grandchild, Kelly Finley of Carthage, Texas; two great-grandchildren, Lacey Finley and Dru Finley, both of Lamar.

Nell was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands; one son, James Anthony Finley; one grandson, Joshua Aaron Finley; two sisters, Robbie Sue King and Betty Jo Prieskorn.

Funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m., Monday, October 31, 2022, at Daniel Funeral Home.

The family will receive friends from starting at 3:00 p.m., until service time at the funeral home.

Contributions are suggested and made payable to the American Red Cross in care of Daniel Funeral Home.

Condolences may be shared at www.dfhlamar.com

Peggy Donald

(From Weng Funeral Chapel)

Peggy Sue (Jones) Donald, 62 formerly of Jasper, Missouri passed away on February 9, 2022 at her home in Phoenix, Arizona. She was born on October 18, 1959 in Carthage, Missouri to Louis and Betty (Asbell) Jones. 

Peggy graduated from Jasper High School and went to Joplin Cosmotology School. She had worked in the fraud department for American Express for 24 years and then Wells Fargo for 10 years.

 

Peggy was united in marriage to James Donald in February of 1981. He preceded her in death in February of 1982. Survivors include her mother, Betty Lou Whetzel of Jasper, Missouri, one brother, Donald Dean Leedy of Lamar, Missouri, two uncles, Richard Asbell, and Garland Asbell, and several cousins. She was preceded in death by her father, Louis Jones, her son, James Ray Donald Jr, aunts and uncles, Elmer and Patty Asbell, Bill and Leta Asbell, Mary Asbell, and Joyce Asbell, cousins Greg and Brent Asbell.

A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, November 4, 2022 from 6:00 till 7:00 p.m. at Weng Funeral Chapel, Jasper, Missouri.

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

Donnie Hooper

(From Weng Funeral Chapel)

Donald Lee Hooper, 77 of Jasper, Missouri passed away Saturday, October 29, 2022 at Webb City Health and Rehab.. He was born on November 25, 1944 in Barton County, Missouri to Hannibal Lee and May Dean (Armstrong) Hooper. He had worked at P.A.R. in Jasper, Missouri. Donnie was a member of the Jasper United Methodist Church.

Donnie is survived by a brother, James Hooper (Diane) of Carthage, Missouri. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a baby sister, Dorothy.

Graveside services will be held on Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at the Nashville Cemetery.

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

Troy Devine

(From Lakin Funeral Home)

Troy Clinton Devine, Jr. age 15, of Aurora, MO passed away on Friday, October 28, 2022, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, MO. He was born in Santa Maria, CA on Monday, March 26, 2007; son of Troy and Danell (Robeson) Devine. 

Troy grew up in California, Washington, and moved to Missouri in July 2021. He was a sophomore at Aurora High School. 

Troy enjoyed fishing and woodcarving. He spent many hours playing video games, his favorite being Red Dead Redemption II. Troy enjoyed his friends. His best friend was Josh Maggard.

Left to mourn are the following: his mother, Danell Devine of the home; two sisters, Kirstin Devine and Destiny Robeson of Aurora, Missouri; maternal grandpa, Robie Robeson of Nevada; two aunts, Sheri Aguilera of California and Jennifer Robeson of Nevada; and many other family members and friends.

Preceding him in death are his father, Troy Devine; maternal grandma, Carolyn Robeson; maternal grandpa, Paul Devine; and maternal step-grandmother, Tuney Hunt.

Troy has been cremated at his family's request. Services will be scheduled, by the family, at a later time. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Lakin Funeral Home in Pierce City, MO.

Butch Wright

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Edwin David (Butch) Wright left this weary world behind on October 27, 2022, at his home in Granby, MO, at the age of 75. 

Dave was born March 4, 1947, to Ed and Edna (Brand) Wright in Granby and had lived his entire life on the old home place. 

He graduated from Granby High School in 1965. Butch never met a mechanical problem that he could not solve. 

For most of his life, he was self-employed as a mechanic and machinist. He loved tractors, history, guns, old time, anything, and dogs of all breeds.

Dave is survived by one sister Luanne Qualls and her Husband, Loren of Stella, MO, very special neighbors, Obern Charlton and family, and a multitude of cherished friends too numerous to mention.

Graveside services will be announced at a later date.

Mike Shade

 

From Ozark Memorial Park Crematory)

Michael Franklin Shade (Mike) passed peacefully from this world on 10/28/2022, (after an amazing 12 year battle against dementia) to a better place with family and friends waiting for him. 

Mike was born on 11-13-1943 and raised in Joplin from birth by his parents Harry and Helen (Reed) Shade. 

It could sound like a riddle; What do you see driving down almost any street in Joplin or the area? or, What do you see looking into almost any yard or park? You will see Mike Shade has been there. 

If you see “Flaming” Red Maples, American Elms, Craype Myrtles, Green Giants, Magnolias, Butterfly Bushes, plus so many, many, more, it is likely he was part of it being there. 

He planted the National Arboretum collection of Magnolias in Ewert Park right on 7th Street. In the spring you can see the beauty and smell the fragrance just driving by.

Mike was a 1961 graduate of Joplin High school. In 1961, Mike entered the U.S. Army. Leaving with the distinction of Green Beret in 1964. 

Graduating from MU in the early 70’s, Mike, with partner Vic Colson, started the Botany Shop Garden
Center on S. Main Street in Joplin. Then in a few years he moved to 15th Street and finally to 7th and Minnesota. 

During his years of owning the Botany Shop, he also took great pride in piloting his own plane and would often share the experience with others. Mike then added a growing farm west of town and started an online business shipping Green Giants and berry varieties around the country. Many of the plants were actually born (propagated) at the Botany Shop. 

Over 50 years,Mike provided some of the best plants and trees available to the Joplin area. Mike was on the board of Missouri Botanical Garden “Plants of Merit” which evaluated the best plants for Missouri. Until dementia, Mike would drive through town and point out and describe almost every tree and shrub.

Mike is survived by his wife: Patti of Joplin, MO; two children by his first marriage to Eve Shade – Cory Shade and (Shari)(grandaughter Slone Shade) Fort Lauderdale, FL. – Michael Shade and Elizabeth of Boston, MA. (grandson Spencer Shade and granddaughter Sophia Shade). Stepdaughter Courtney Leslie and her husband Peter of Spalding, NE and their 3 sons, Spencer, Izek and Luke.

Mike is preceded in death by his Father, Harry Shade, his mother Helen (Reed) Shade, and also his Nephew, Jeff Mueller. They will now be together.

A Graveside Service will be held Monday October 31; 10 am, at Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery of Joplin, Mo. It is to be a celebration of his life. Condolences can be made online. If you have a minute add a photo of a plant from Mike.

Terry Jeffries

(From Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Mr. Terry Elwood Jeffries, 84, a lifelong resident of Carterville, Missouri, departed this life on Friday, October 28, 2022, at Webb City Health and Rehab, after a recent decline in health.

Terry entered this life on March 19, 1938, in Webb City, Missouri, one of three sons born to the late Orville and Zelphia (Payne) Jeffries. He was raised in Carterville and was a 1956 graduate of Carterville High School. 

On October 5, 1956, in Republic, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Mona Causby and to this union three children were born, Deborah, Garry and Tom. 

He worked as a shipping clerk at Big Smith Manufacturing in Carthage before becoming the Director of Maintenance with the Webb City School District. He was a former councilman for the city of Carterville, served many years on the Webb City R-7 School Board and was a faithful member of Carterville First Baptist Church where he served as Deacon, Trustee and Music Director for over forty-years.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Gerald Jeffries.

Terry is survived by his wife of sixty-six years, Mona Jeffries of the home; his three children, Debbie Jeffries of Webb City, Garry Jeffries and wife, Kelley, also of Webb City and Tom Jeffries and wife, Beth, of Carthage; nine grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; a brother, Jim Jeffries and wife, Jeanne, of Springfield, Missouri; a sister-in-law, Gertie Jeffries of Henley, Missouri; as well as a host of other family and friends.

Graveside funeral services are 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Webb City with Mike Morgan officiating. 

Those honoring his life by serving as pallbearers are Josh Beecham, Jake Bennett, Aaron Christy, Brad Jackson, Robby Lay and Mitchell Lett. The family will receive friends on Monday evening from 5-7:00 p.m. in the chapel of Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home. Memorials are being directed to the Webb City R-7 Schools Foundation c/o the funeral home. 

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

Russell Locasio

(From Simpson Funeral Home)

Russell Anthony Locascio age 53 of Webb City, Missouri passed away on October 27, 2022 at Mercy Hospital in Joplin. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri to Charles Vincent Locascio, III. and Judith (Wright) Swartz on February 8, 1969. 

Russell loved to spend time with his family especially if it was a barbeque, he loved to read, go swimming, and play disk golf. He will forever be known as a man that liked to keep it simple. 

Russell is survived by his wife, Clara Locascio; sisters, Pam Lakey, Mary Roberts; brothers, David Locascio, Charles Locascio, IV., a daughter, Misty Lynn Riley; a son, Richard Alan Rodgers, II.; 9 grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. 

Russell's wishes were to be cremated and no services have been planned at this time. 

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

Cathy Williams

(From Konantz Warden Funeral Home)

Cathy Louise Williams passed away on Saturday October 22, 2022. She was born on December 23, 1952 in Pittsburg, KS to Reba (Baker) and Merle Rouse. She grew up in Liberal, MO where she graduated from Liberal High School in 1970 before going on to receive her Associate Degree in Nursing in Fort Scott, KS. 

She married John Williams on March 24, 1975 in Miami, OK. 

Cathy was part of the team at Barton County Health Department for more than 30 years before retiring in 2014. She was a long-time member of Main Street Bible Church. 

A few years after retiring, she and John moved to Van Buren, AR to care for their two youngest grandchildren and became a member of Family Worship Center. She enjoyed spending time crocheting, preparing meals for others, and looked forward to holiday baking and candy making. 

She loved being Nana to her grandkids, Gavin, Grady, Ott, and Deacon and prayed over them and many others daily. She was an avid prayer warrior with an unwavering faith in Christ up until the moment she went to be with Him. 

She is survived by her husband John Williams; children Gregory (Sara Davis) Williams of Springfield, MO and Kristin (James) Lea of Van Buren, AR; mother Reba Rouse of Liberal, MO; siblings Elaine (Leroy) Castagno of Pittsburg, KS, and Nancy (Mark) Huser of Golden City, MO. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Gavin and Grady Williams and Ott and Deacon Lea; sister-in-law Glenda Rouse; and by many other family members. 

She is preceded in death by her father Merle Rouse, brother Rick Rouse, and infant daughter Kaleigh Renee Williams. 

The family will receive visitors on Friday November 4, 2022 from 6 to 8 PM and a memorial service will be held on Saturday November 5, 2022 at 2 PM at Konantz Warden Funeral Home.

Don White

(From Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home)

Reuben (Don) White Jr., 57, Wyandotte, OK passed away October 25, 2022, at Mercy Hospital, Joplin, MO., after an illness.

Reuben Donald White JR. was born June 21, 1965, in Mundelein, Illinois the son of Reuben Donald White SR. and Janice (Head) White. Don worked as a supervisor for the Former Milnot plant in Seneca, MO. He was a member of the Seneca Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking, and just being outdoors.

Survivors include his mother Janice Phillips and stepfather Jack Phillips; one daughter Brittany Green and husband Sean; two brothers, Darrin White and wife Lori of Fairland OK.; Marti White and wife Teresa of Wyandotte OK.; one grandson Johnny Green; one granddaughter; Delissa White; and a host of family and friends.

Don was preceded in death by his Father Reuben D. White SR., and Grandmother Ella W. Jordan.

The body has been taken for cremation under the personal direction of Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home, Seneca, MO.

The family will hold a Celebration of Life memorial service at a later date.

Donna Hinson

(From Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home)

Donna M. Hinson, 96, Fairland, OK, passed into eternal rest October 27, 2022 at her home in Fairland after an illness.

Donna Mae Backhaus was born October 12, 1926 in Linton, North Dakota the daughter of George and Vera (Yeater) Backhaus. Donna worked for the former Big Smith Garment Factory in Neosho and later worked at the Neosho High School in the Snack Bar in the 70's and 80's. 

She was a member of the Bible Holiness Church in Neosho where she taught Adult Sunday School. She loved crocheting, reading, crossword puzzles and sewing. Currently she was attending Wayside Assembly of God in Wyandotte, OK.

Donna Mae Backhaus married Kenneth Hinson April 22, 1946 in Oregon City, Oregon and he preceded her in death November 28, 2014. Donna was also preceded in death by her parents George and Vera Backhaus; one son, Derald Gene Hinson; one sister Joyce Matheny; three brothers, Leroy Backhaus, Russell Backhaus and Gordon Backaus.








Survivors include one son, Keith Hinson, Fairland, OK; one brother Dallas Backaus, Rochester, Minnesota; Six grandchildren; Eight Great-Grandchildren and a host of extended family.

The family will receive friends Saturday, October 29, 2022 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm at the Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home, Seneca, MO. Following the visitation a graveside service for immediate family only will be held at 1:00 pm at Oakwood Cemetery in Neosho, MO with Terry Miles and Fred Gamon officiating.

Arrangements under the personal direction of Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home, Seneca, MO.

Jim Witt

(From Lakin Funeral Home)

James "Jim" John Witt, age 88, of Pierce City, MO passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at Lacoba Homes Inc. in Monett, MO. He was born in Pulaskifield, MO on Saturday, August 18, 1934; son of Edmund and Amelia (Roschevitz) Witt. He was a 1954 graduate from Monett High School. 

On Friday, October 22, 1976, he married Carolyn (Campbell) Terry in Wichita, KS. 

He drove a bus for Continental Trailways and worked for McCormack Armstrong, a printing company. Jim loved music! He enjoyed playing in a band at many clubs in Wichita. Jim liked traveling with Carolyn when they were younger. He enjoyed being outside watching birds and other things in nature. Most of all, Jim enjoyed time spent with family. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Pierce City, MO.

Surviving are the following: his wife, Carolyn of Pierce City, MO; one daughter, Natasha Witt of Wichita, KS; one stepdaughter, Debbie (Mike) Goodman of Pierce City, MO; one brother, Steve Witt of Spokane, WA; two sisters, Rosie Meeks of Monett, MO and Connie York of Joplin, MO; five grandchildren, Marina Witt, Kapresse Pouliot, Mackenzie Campbell, Chelsea Kapka, and Jerrod Brittain; two great-grandchildren with another coming in December; and many other nieces, nephews, and friends.

Those welcoming him in heaven were his parents, Edmund and Amelia Witt; three brothers, Victor, Chester, and Elmer Witt; three sisters, Clara May Hull, Joan Stephens, and Elizabeth Kitterman; a stepdaughter, Beth Brittain; and two stepsons, Theron Labat and Chris Terry.

The family will receive friends at Lakin Funeral Home in Pierce City, MO on Sunday, October 30, 2022, from 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Prayer Service and Rosary will follow at 6:00 PM

Funeral Mass will be at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Pierce City, MO on Monday, October 31, 2022, beginning at 10:00 AM with Father Matt Rehrauer officiating. Burial, with Military Honors, will follow at St. Agnes Catholic Cemetery in Sarcoxie, MO. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Lakin Funeral Home in Pierce City, MO.

Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Catholic School in care of the funeral home.

Mary Amey

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Mary Ellen Amey, 86, of Washburn, Missouri, departed this life on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at Solace House in Joplin, Missouri.

Mary entered this life on September 25, 1936 in Mohegan, West Virginia born to the late Julius and Birdie (Jenks) Johnston. 

She married Thomas Edward Amey, Sr. on June of 1952 and to this union six children were born. 

Her husband became disabled from an accident working in the coal mines and Mary became his caregiver for over 40 years. Mary was a Christian all of her life. She loved gardening, canning and taking care of her husband and children. She was a singer/songwriter and has many songs in the Library of Congress. 

Mary was an avid reader, her favorite author was Zane Grey, her most loved titles were “Riders of the Purple Sage” and “The Man of the Forest”. She loved the movie, Secretariat. Later when she eyesight failed, she began listening to audible books and carried on her love of reading. Mary was the was a big fan of Blake Shelton and enjoyed listening to his song, “God’s Country”. She always hoped to get to meet him. She will be remembered as a loving, wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Thomas Edward Amey, Sr.; daughter, Peggy Epling; a son, Christopher Sterling Amey; granddaughters, Amber Ruthellen Epling and Rebecca Gayle Epling.

Mary is survived by her children, Joyce Elaine Sidwell of Centerton, Arkansas, Laura Gayle Epling of Washburn, Missouri, Thomas Amey, Jr. “T-Bone” and wife, Lillie of Kingston, Oklahoma, Timothy Amey of Fulton, Missouri; grandchildren, Angela Schibi, Joshua Epling, Christopher Epling, Willa Ball, Brooke Epling, Joseph Michael Epling, Sr., Joshua Amey, April Dawn Reid, Elisha and wife Danielle, Abigail Schureman, Maggie Amey, Elizabeth Daley and Zachary Amey; great grandchildren, Kaden, Katie, Devyn, Olivia, Samuel, Noah, Maddie, Bryson, Kinsley, Michael, Rhythm, Oaklee, Boston, Lyric, Benzley, Bostynn, Blaze, Dylan, Cambria and Ronan, Jericho and Brenton;’ great great grandchild, Lettie; along with a host of other family and friends who will dearly miss Mary.

Visitation will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 pm on Monday, October 31, 2022 at the Anderson Chapel of the Ozark Funeral Homes, the family will receive friends at this time.

Jack Shoemaker

(From Derfelt Funeral Home)

Jack F. Shoemaker, 85, passed away on October 21, 2022 at his home in Baxter Springs, Kansas.

Jack was born March 9, 1937 in Portland, Oregon the son of Vincent Shoemaker and Dorothy (Cramer) Shoemaker. 

His childhood in Portland was a very difficult one. At the age of 13 Jack moved to Kansas City, Kansas to live with his Aunt Clara and Uncle Ted Edwards who lovingly raised him from that point forward as their son. He attended Wyandotte High School until the family moved from Kansas City to a farm near Melvern, Kansas in 1954. Jack then attended Melvern High School and graduated in 1956. 

From an early age Jack found comfort and refuge at school, and he developed a life-long love of learning and education. He graduated from Kansas State Teachers College in Emporia with a B.S. in Education, Biology, and Social Science and later earned two M.S. degrees in Education and Special Education with an emphasis in Learning Disabilities. He would also earn elementary principal, secondary principal, and district-level superintendent certifications.

Jack worked as an educator in Kansas for thirty-seven years, beginning his career as a high school science teacher in Oswego, Bern, and then Lebo. Early in his career Jack participated in the rigorous National Science Foundation Summer Institute program for secondary science teachers, traveling to four colleges and universities for intensive training in science education. He later transitioned to school leadership and served as a principal in Lebo, Burlington, Baxter Springs, and Conway Springs. 

Over the course of his long career, he served in many other teaching and administration roles when called upon, including curriculum development, special education teacher, fourth grade teacher, junior high mathematics teacher, assistant coach, and bus driver. As an educator, Jack's work had a lasting impact on many people, and he thoroughly enjoyed running into former students and having the chance to visit with them.

Jack belonged to Forest Park Baptist Church in Joplin and enjoyed serving on the van ministry transporting children to and from Sunday school and AWANA, as well as serving on the church's Disaster Relief team. He also participated in Lions Club in both Baxter Springs and Lebo and served for a time on the Lebo City Council. Jack's hobbies included taking his sailboats out on Melvern Lake with his young family and friends in the summers, and of course watching his extensive collection of classic movies.

In 1962 Jack married Judy Ann DeForest in Lebo, Kansas. Jack and Judy met while she was working at his aunt and uncle's restaurant in Lebo, and it was love at first site. They were inseparable for more than 59 years. Together they were an enduring example of love, especially through difficult times. Life's challenges only made their love for each other grow stronger. They raised three children, and Jack could not have been a better father, teacher, mentor, and friend to them. 

He could always be counted on to offer encouragement and support, and he imparted his knowledge and wonderful sense of humor to his children, grandchildren, and students. He was proud of his family and proud of his students. After experiencing a difficult childhood Jack devoted his entire life to lifting up young people.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents Vincent and Dorothy, his Aunt Clara and Uncle Ted, brother Vincent James Shoemaker, sister Clara Lee Smith, and infant son Joseph Ted Shoemaker.

He is survived by his wife Judy, three of their children, Penny Ann Larsen and husband Jay Larsen, of Irvine, California, Wendy Lea Youngberg and husband Darin Youngberg of Joplin, Missouri, and Vincent “Joe” Shoemaker and wife Kristine Bohon of Poplar Bluff, Missouri; six grandchildren Madison (Youngberg) King, Kayla (Shoemaker) Boyle, Natali (Youngberg) Byrne, Holly (Traphagan) Gonzalez, Zora Shoemaker, and Brayden Youngberg; nine great-grandchildren, and many nephews and nieces.

A visitation for family and friends in the Baxter Springs/Joplin area will be held at Derfelt's Chapel in Baxter Springs on Thursday, December 1, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. All are welcome.

A memorial service will follow at the Lebo Baptist Church in Lebo, Kansas on Saturday, December 3, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. for friends and family in that area. All are welcome.




Memorial donations can be made directly to the Salvation Army, or to a charity of your choice.

Fernita Cook

(From Greenfield Funeral Chapel)

Fernita Lorabelle Cook was born in Greenfield, MO, on November 9, 1926, and passed to eternal health and happiness from her residence in Independence, MO, on October 24, 2022. We who survive her are nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents William A.J. “Jack” and Mary Rebecca “Becky” (Cooper) Cook, brother Clyde Cook, and sisters Lorraine (Cook) Scott and Mary Lee (Cook) Shurigar.

She loved learning, knowledge, travel, and adventure; and all of us. She earned a Bachelor of Philosophy, June 14, 1969, and a Master of Arts, August 31, 1972, from Northwestern University, Evanston, IL. 

I'm not certain how many miles she traveled between Chicago and anyplace that had a theatre featuring a Shakespearean play - London at the Globe, Canada at the Stratford-on-Avon in Ontario, and Portland, Oregon, that features a play a year. She loved opera and encouraged that love in most of us. She enjoyed classical music and museums and art. But she also enjoyed a good romance novel - one of my favorites she gave me for Christmas one year.

She worked for Illinois Bell after moving to Chicago sometime in the early 1950s. During her tenure with the Bell System, she took an assignment with American Bell International, stationed in Tehran, Iran, in January of 1978. She was a translator and manual developer as Iran was setting up telephone communications. She was on Christmas leave back here in Missouri during December 1978, when the Iranian Revolution uprising began in Tehran. The group she was traveling with returning to work in Tehran were stopped in Amsterdam and sent back to the United States. Much of the staff lost most of their belongings except what they had put in storage here before going to work overseas or had with them.

She and her sisters were very proud of the military heritage of the Cooper-Cook family, and were all members of Daughters of the Revolution (DAR) (9th generation descendants). Because they were related by blood to each other and several other DAR members they were part of the Cameo Society.

Retirement from Illinois Bell brought her back to Greenfield and home. She became a member of the Dade County Historical Society and was involved in several projects in the area including the Hulston Mill and some restorations around Greenfield. She was active in her church, and frequently enjoyed the lunch gatherings at the Community Senior Center.

Fernita’s family would like to express their gratitude for the care she received in the last few weeks of her life from Three River’s Hospice.

Her family asks that, per Fernita’s wishes, instead of flowers, donations be made in her honor to, either Ebenezer Presbyterian Church, to assistance with maintenance cost at (Old Baptist) Pleasant Grove Cemetery, or to Three Rivers Hospice in care of the funeral chapel.

Currently, plans are for a Celebration of Life Memorial service to be held sometime next summer at Greenfield Funeral Chapel. More information will be distributed as time and place are known. Online condolences may be shared at www.greenfieldfuneralchapel.com. Services are under the care of Greenfield Funeral Chapel.

Bob McQuillan

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Robert Eugene “Bob” McQuillan, 81, of Anderson Missouri, passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2022, at home surrounded by his wife, children, grandchildren, and great grand kids. Bob was the 5th of 6 children born to Harvey and AnnLee McQuillan, born March 30, 1941 in Noel, Missouri.

Bob joined the Missouri Army National Guard in 1959, as a senior in high school and faithfully served his country for 41 years. 

He married his high school sweetheart Bonnie Irene Gorman on June 3, 1961. They wed on her parent’s farm in Anderson, Missouri. Bob and Bonnie were married for 61 years. As a devoted husband and father, they raised their two children, sharing his love for farming and the outdoors. Bob loved serving his country, fishing, and hunting. He always had a story to tell that you couldn’t help but listen to. Bob supported all their grandchildren as they grew. Always cheering them on and teaching them great family values. Bragging about their accomplishments always brought a big smile to his face. He was role model to many. Respected and loved by all that knew him.

Bob is preceded in death by his parents; his brother Edward McQuillan; his sisters Berthalee Berry, Lorejean Jones, Virgina Taylor, and Sue Ames.

He is survived by his wife, Bonnie McQuillan of the home; his daughter, Irma Irene Clup of Seneca, Missouri; his son, Billy Eugene McQuillan of Anderson, Missouri; his grandchildren, Misty Calcote of Anderson, Missouri, Stormy Gillming of Anderson, Missouri, Shawn Stillions of Goodman, Missouri and Tea McQuillan of Anderson, Missouri; a heard of great grandchildren, 9 of them, Melanie, Natalie, Nichole, William, Hayden, Kenzlie, Mallorie, Legacie and Sarah.

Funeral services are 10:00 a.m. Thursday, November 3, 2022, in the Anderson Chapel of the Ozark Funeral Homes with Roger Gorman and Bob Holloway officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow in the Peace Valley Cemetery. Those honoring his life by serving as pallbearers are Stormy Gillming, Shawn R. Stillions, David Abbot, Chris Lilly, Jonathan Rosenbohm and Quinton Anderson with Billy Eugene McQuillan serving as an honorary pallbearer. Memorials are being directed to the American Cancer Society c/o the funeral home. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of the Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.

Bettie Kirk

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Bettie Louise Kirk went to be with the Lord on October 27, 2022, at the age of 81. Bettie was born July 4, 1941, in Electra, Texas, the daughter of John Dee and Annie Lee (Keese) Frasier. 

She was a homemaker and stay-at-home mom for many years, taking care of her family. She later worked as a quality control technician for Honey Bear Foods in Neosho and George's in Cassville, Missouri. 

She loved spending time with her grandchildren, sewing, gardening, canning, reading mystery novels, and going to garage sales and flea markets. Bettie was a member of Jones Chapel Church for fifty-two years and taught Sunday School and Bible School. 

 On June 12, 1957, in Odessa, Texas, Bettie and George Kirk were united in marriage and shared sixty-five years together. 

Bettie is survived by her husband, George; three children, Sandy (Randy) McFarland of Washburn, Missouri, Bud Kirk, and fiance`, Tangi of Rogers, Arkansas, and Katy Tatum of Granby, Missouri; seven grandchildren, Jacob (Jennifer) McFarland, Emily (Kevin) Styles, Annie (Dennis) Messina, Jenni Kirk, Allison Kirk, Bryson Hounschell and Stacey (Joe) Stinebaugh; twenty-five great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Tommy (Melva) Frasier and Jimmie (Danielle) Frasier; sisters-in-law, Faye Frasier, Jo Kirk, and Helen Kirk and brother-in-law, Steve Kirk. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, brother, George Frasier, and son-in-law, Scott Tatum.

Visitation 

Monday, October 31, 2022
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Clark Funeral Home - Granby Hwy B at Hwy 86
Granby, Missouri 64844

Funeral Service 

Tuesday, November 01, 2022
2:00 PM
Jones Chapel Church

Interment will follow in the Jones Chapel Cemetery.