CADO, John
1914-1997
Lexington Memory Gardens, Lexington, Lafayette Co, MO
John Cado, 82, Clinton, passed away Saturday, February 22, 1997, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, MO. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 26, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, with graveside services in Lexington Memory Gardens Cemetery, Lexington. Mr. Cado was born in Lexington and had lived in Fairmont for 35 years, and Pine Bluff, AR, for 12 years, before moving to Clinton 12 years ago. He was a machinist for Armco Steel until he retired in 1976. He was a member of the Clinton Christian Church; a 50-year member of Clinton Masonic Lodge; a member of Cryptic Masons 50 and Commandary 6, both in Liberty; Mt. Washington Chapter Order of Eastern Star and Mt. Washington Royal Arch Masons, both in Independence; Ararat Shrine Temple in Kansas City; and Fraternal Order of Eagles, Clinton. John is survived by his wife, Pauline, of the home; one daughter, Paula LaNelle Allan, Green Acres, WA; one sister, Lorraine Cole, Lexington; three grandsons, Lyle Joseph Tuoti, Gregory John Tuoti and Jonathan Jude Tuoti; and nine great-grandchildren.

CAFER, Rita LaVerne SHAFFNER
1936-2006
Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 22 2006 - Rita LaVerne Shaffner was born July 18, 1936, at Deepwater, to Delbert Wesley and Blanche Ellen Tally Shaffner. She went to be with the Lord May 3, 2006, at Four Seasons Living Center, Sedalia. Rita grew up in the Deepwater/Lowry City area. She graduated from Appleton City High School and went to Kansas City to work as an accountant. She was a member of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, Deepwater. She married Robert Cafer in 1983 who preceded her in death in 1993. She also was preceded in death by her father and mother, as well as a brother Leland Shaffner of Las Cruces, New Mexico. Surviving are her son, Rowland C. Weaver Jr. and wife Mickey; her grandson, Rowland C. Weaver III of Las Cruces, New Mexico; her granddaughter, Kristi Weaver Larson, Enterprise, Alabama. Her sister-in-law Judy Shaffner, Las Cruces, along with Colleen Antone, Las Cruces, Darrell and Brenda Antone, Topeka, and Layton and Jana Shaffner, Dallas, also survive. Rita had several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and other relatives and friends who survive. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Sunday, May 7. Interment was in Lowry City Cemetery.

CAGLE, Michael Wayne
1964-2005
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 16 2005 - Michael Wayne Cagle was born in Pineville, Louisiana, December 24, 1964, and died at his home in Clinton September 16, 2005. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Sharon Cagle; two stepdaughters, Kimberly Smith and Joey Wilson; six grandchildren, Cody and Clayton Knight, Jenna Bradshaw, Lauren and Hannah Crawford and Cadyn "Boogie" Phillip. Also surviving are his three brothers, Marty Cagle, Mark Cagle and James Cagle, all of Jonesville, Louisiana. Other surviving family members include his Grandma Lillie Mae Cagle, Aunt Ruby Jean Bryant, Aunt Wanda Mills, Uncle James "Duck" Cagle, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Jesse Wayne and Linda Mae Cagle. He was also preceded in death by his grandfather, Jesse Cagle. Mike was a very loving and caring man. he never met a stranger and loved his family very dearly. He opened his heart to everyone and h ad a great southern hospitality. When he was near you, there was always a sense of warmth and security. You knew you were with a dear friend when you were with him. He was always happiest when he was fishing or hunting with his brothers or friends or even just being around them. He was just a one-of-a-kind guy. He loved everyone and everyone loved him. He will always be with us in our hearts. A piece of him will live on forever. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Tuesday, September 20. Interment was in the Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery.

CAHAL, Lizzie
1865-1928
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Lizzie Cahal passed away at her home in Calhoun, Tuesday, September 18, 1928, after an illness of six months, having a goitre; also heart trouble and other complications. Deceases was born in Sedalia, in 1865, being 62 years, 9 months and 18 days of age. On September 11, 1884, she was united in marriage with J. W. Cahal. To them were born two children, whom God saw fit to take as angels in infancy. She leaves her husband and mother; also one cousin, Mrs. Eliza Edmonson, who helped in nursing her during a week of her last days on earth. She had seemed better, and Mrs. Edmonson had gone to her home for a few days, to prepare to come back and remain with her, but Mrs. Cahal grew worse and passed away before she returned. She gave her heart to God and united with the Presbyterian church, November 10, 1910, and lived a faithful Christian life. She was also a most loyal member of the Royal Neighbor Lodge, Camp 6366, for 17 years. She was always ready and willing to do her part for all, and will be sadly missed by a wide circle of friends, who extend sympathy to the bereaved ones in their sorrow. Funeral services were conducted at the Presbyterian church in Calhoun, by the Baptist pastor, on Thursday afternoon, September 20, and burial was in the Calhoun cemetery.

CALDWELL, Abigail NEPTUNE
1844-1914
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Montrose Recorder, Mar 27 1914 - After an illness of some time, at her home in Urich, Mrs. Jno. Caldwell died March 20. Mrs. Caldwell was born in Ohio, March 9, 1844. Her death was caused by a complication of diseases. Besides a companion she leaves three girls and three boys. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a noble friend. She was converted in young womanhood, united with the Methodist church remaining in fellowship until her Master said "come up higher." She was ever faithful to the vows she took upon herself in her conversion and union with the church. She was laid to rest in the White Oak cemetery.

CALDWELL, Anna Lee LONG
1913-2002
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 28 2002 - Anna Lee Caldwell, daughter of Elmer and Mary Ann Hendrich Long, was born April 30, 1913, in Henry County, and died January 15, 2002, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Clinton. She was married to Vestel Harvie Caldwell, Sr., on January 24, 1935, in Creighton, and she spent most of her married life on the farm on Highway 18, near New Piper. Vestel preceded her in death on March 9, 1994. She worked on the Square for Brown's Outlet Store in the late 1950s and she worked as a nurse's aide for Wetzel Hospital in the 1960s. She was a member of the White Oak United Methodist Church, Urich. She loved to quilt, loved playing the piano and organ and loved to cook for other people. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Vestel; her grandson, Larry Bramell; four brothers and one sister. She is survived by her daughter, Cornelia Isaacson and husband, Ike; her son, Vestal Harvie Caldwell, Jr. and wife, Mary Lou; her brother, Francis Long, all of Urich; her sister-in-law, Frances Wilson of Warrensburg and her four grandsons, Leroy Bramell and wife, Kim, Ray Bramell and wife, Beth, Lonnie Bramell and wife, Judy, and Ronny Caldwell and wife, Michelle; 12 great-grandchildren, Ashley and Nicholas Caldwell, Scott, Stacy, Kristie, Nikki, Stephanie, Russell, Krista, Lesley, Renea and Cody Bramell, and four great-great-grandchildren, Brook, Mattie, Hannah and Kialee. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Saturday, January 19. Burial was in the White Oak Cemetery, Urich.

CALDWELL, Columbia Jane NEPTUNE
1850-1908
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Columbia Jane Neptune, daughter of Washington and Jane Neptune was born in Noble County, Ohio, March 30, 1850. She was married to William M. Caldwell August 2, 1866. To them were born seven children: Mrs. G. J. Hunt, Mrs. C. T. Long, Mrs. W. C. Drake, Albert, Ona and Ethel of the home. One son preceded her (in death) November 27, 1884, aged 4 years. Her children were at her bedside during the last days of her illness and death. With her husband she came to Pettis County, Mo. in November 1867. They moved to Henry County in March 1872, and here she lived, loved, and labored until the fell hand of disease lay upon her. She was converted at a camp meeting on the old Hunt camp meeting grounds, in the fall of 1876 and with her husband, united with the Methodist Episcopal Church. Besides the husband and children, she left 5 grandsons, two grand-daughters, two brothers and one sister with many other relatives and friends to mourn her loss. She was quiet in her life and gave herself wholly to her home. "Her children rise up and call her Blessed." For over a year before she left us, she suffered more than we can know, but she bore it very patiently. She said she did not fear death, but she did dread the pain, the suffering and that it was hard to leave the loved ones. Towards the last she said she would not be with us long and again she said it seemed so long because of her physical weakness and pain, but shortly she drifted away and at 9:30 on Friday morning, December 4, 1908, her spirit left the body that is mortal, to be clothed in immortality. Funeral services were held at the White Oak Church, Sunday after which the remains were taken to the cemetery and laid to await the resurrection morn.

CALDWELL, Donna F.
1936-1991
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Word has been received of the death on October 17, 1991, of Mrs. Donna F. Caldwell, 55, Raytown. She was the wife of Wilbur E. Caldwell of the home. Mr. Caldwell is a former Clinton resident and his mother, Rosie Caldwell, still lives here. Mrs. Caldwell also is survived by a daughter, Tonya Overly. Services were in Raytown.

CALDWELL, Edna Mae DRIGGS
1911-2000
Greer Cemetery, Post Oak Twp, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Edna Mae Caldwell, 88, Clinton, died Thursday, May 25, 2000, at the Golden Valley Hospital. Edna Mae was born to Albert Alonzo Driggs and Mettie F. Campbell Driggs on June 1, 1911, and was raised as an only child. At the age of three, her family moved to a farm east of Clinton where she resided most of her life. After graduating from Clinton High School, Edna Mae obtained a teaching degree from Central Missouri State University of Warrensburg. She taught and encouraged in a loving manner. She took pride in her students and the positive influence she contributed. Edna Mae married Ernest Lee Caldwell June 1, 1939, and to this union four boys were born. As a farm wife, she worked hard with Ernest to provide, not only the necessities of life, but love and proper nurturing as well. Edna Mae was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton and was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ. She raised, loved and nurtured her family in the same manner. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Lee, and one son, George. Edna Mae is survived by her three sons, Lonnie Caldwell and wife, Sharon, Platte Woods, Fred Caldwell of Lee's Summit, and Wilbur Caldwell and wife, Jackie, Clinton; daughter-in-law, Kay Caldwell of Lee's Summit; as well as five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Family and friends will always remember her as a joyful and colorful mother, grandmother and friend. Funeral services were held at the Northeast Baptist Church on Sunday, May 28. Burial was in the Greer Cemetery, Leeton.

CALDWELL, Ernest Lee
1914-1998
Greer Cemetery, Post Oak Twp, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 2 1998 - Ernest Lee Caldwell died May 22, 1998, in a farming accident while pursuing his lifetime occupation. Ernest was born May 26, 1914, to George Thomas and Lillian Caldwell of Leeton. He lived on a farm there until his marriage to Edna Mae Driggs on June 1, 1939, when he moved to their present home on the farm east of Clinton where he spent the remainder of his time farming and raising a family of four boys. Ernest was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton for many years where he served in various capacities including Sunday school teacher. For the past several years he had attended Northeast Baptist Church of Clinton. Ernest leaves his wife, Edna Mae of the home; three sons Wilbur Caldwell and wife, Jackie of Clinton, Lonnie and wife Sharon of Kansas City, and Fred of Lee's Summit, and daughter-in-law Kay of Lee's Summit. He had another son, George, who preceded him in death. He is also survived by three brothers, Lawrence of Clinton, George of Lonoma California, and Estal of Leeton; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Northeast Baptist Church, Tuesday, May 26. burial was in the Greer Cemetery in Leeton.

CALDWELL, Ethel Louise WILLIAMS ALCORN
1923-2000
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 3 2000 - Ethel L. (Alcorn) Caldwell, 77, formerly of Windsor, Mo., died Sunday morning October 1, 2000, at the Westwood Nursing Center, Clinton, Mo. She was born February 11, 1923 in Windsor, the daughter of Ward F. Williams and Gussie Naomi (Christian) Williams. On April 21, 1945, in Sullivan, she married Wilson W. Alcorn, who died December 26, 1993. On December 24, 1994, at the Harmony Baptist church near Leeton she married Estil Eugene Caldwell who survives of the home. She taught school at Lincoln for 21 years. She also taught at North Fairfield School in Benton County, Mo. for seven years and other schools in the Pettis and Henry County areas. She was a former member of the Brandon United Methodist Church for many years. She was a member of the Harmony Baptist church, Leeton, Mo. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, Gayle Wilson Alcorn, Windsor, and Alan Duane Alcorn, Kansas City, Ks.; two step-sons, Joseph Eugene Caldwell, Platte Woods, Mo., and Raymond Lee Caldwell, Leeton; two grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; a step-great granddaughter; a sister Edith Arnold, Independence, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her first husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Guy H. Williams, and two nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 4, 2000, at the Harmony Baptist church, north of Leeton. Burial was in the Laurel Oak cemetery, Windsor, Mo.

CALDWELL, Griffin Roye "Sonny"
1945-2007
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 16 2007 - Griffin Roye "Sonny" Caldwell of Deepwater died on October 5, 2007, at the home of his son in Clinton at the age of 61 years. He was born November 16, 1945, in Clinton, the son of Griffin Roye and Sarah Christene (Roby) Caldwell. Sonny worked for many years as a grocery clerk for both the Kroger and the Safeway stores. He was preceded in death by his father Griffin Roye Caldwell Sr.; his wife Sandra Kay Caldwell; two sisters, Patricia Anne Minich and Norma Lee Reed, and one grandson, Jason Caldwell. Sonny is survived by his mother Sarah Caldwell of Deepwater; three sons, John Caldwell of Grandview, Kevin Caldwell of Clinton and Tim Caldwell of Deepwater; one daughter Christena Houchens of Sedalia; two sisters, Audrey Stratham of Trimble and Brenda Hutchison of Deepwater, and seven grandchildren. Memorial services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Tuesday, October 9.

CALDWELL, J. R. Squire
1819-1894
Clinton MO - Squire J. R. Caldwell, an old and highly esteemed citizen of near Fort Lyon, died November 14, 1894 of neuralgia of the brain. Deceased was born in Kentucky in 1819 and would have reached his 75th mile post on the sixth of next month. He was a pioneer settler and served sixteen years as Justice of the Peace of White Oak township and lacked only seven votes of succeeding himself.

CALDWELL, Jason Roye
1993-1993
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Jason Roye Caldwell, infant son of Carmen Lee Rhoads and Kevin Roye Caldwell, passed away Friday, September 10, 1993, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. Besides his parents, he is survived by his maternal grandmother, Sherry Browning; his maternal grandfather, Charles Rhoads, and his paternal grandfather, Griffin Roye Caldwell, all of Clinton; his maternal great-grandparents, Rosalie and Dale Looney, Clinton, and his maternal great-great-grandmother Mrs. Mary Yount, Warsaw. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, September 14, 1993. Burial was in the Memory Gardens Cemetery, Clinton.

CALDWELL, John Wilbur Jr. "J.W."
1935-1993
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - John Wilbur Caldwell II was born July 6, 1935, in Kansas City, the son of John Wilbur Caldwell Sr. and Anna Mae (Talley) Caldwell. He passed away May 13, 1993, at the Beautiful Savior Home in Belton at the age of 54. He owned and operated a barber shop for a number of years in Garden City. He is survived by a son, Brad Caldwell of Olathe, Kansas, and three daughters, Lisa Slinger and Laurie Elizabeth Thomas, both of Garden City, and Lana Katherine Wright of Harrisonville. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant daughter. Funeral services were Tuesday, May 18, 1993, at the Consalus Chapel in Urich. Burial was in White Oak Cemetery.

CALDWELL, Kenneth Forrest
1917-1994
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Kenneth Forrest Caldwell was born October 26, 19177, in Clinton, the son of Forrest and Nora (Prouse) Caldwell. He died Tuesday, January 18, 1994 at Golden Valley Hospital at the age of 76. Kenneth was a lifelong resident of the Clinton area. He was a veteran, serving his country in the United States Air Force. Kenneth Caldwell and Sue Wyatt were united in marriage November 29, 1958. Kenneth and Sue lived on a farm east of Clinton for 23 years. Kenneth worked as a field supervisor for the Henry County Agriculture Department for 30 years, working there until his retirement. He is survived by his wife Sue; one stepdaughter Delores Wyatt Teagarden, Excelsior Springs; one stepson Rubin Lindsay Wyatt, Fairbanks, Alaska; six grandchildren, Kenneth Jewell, Olathe, Ks., Crystal Shelton, Linda Harris and Dee Dee Simmons, all of Excelsior Springs, Billy Jewell, Liberty, and Terri Jewell, Eldon, and fourteen great-grandchildren. Very special to Kenneth's heart were his nieces and nephews from Paris, Texas; Glen and Carl Curry, Sammy and Donna Archer, Kenneth Seals and Richard Seals; also good friends Kenneth and Georgia Lawson, who helped Sue out so many times while Kenneth was sick. Kenneth will be sadly missed by his wife Sue. Funeral services were Friday, January 21, 1994 at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

CALDWELL, Phineas
1835-1891
Clinton Eye, Feb 21 1891 - Our community was shocked Friday morning upon receiving a telegram from Warrensburg disclosing news of the death of a venerable gentleman, Phineas Caldwell, who was seized by a fatal hemorrhage after just having passed one of the most peaceful and quiet nights he had had since being afflicted with consumption. His death occurred at 3 o'clock Friday morning, February 14, and so suddenly that those at his bedside could scarcely realize that death was in their midst. He was born in Christian county, Ky. in 1835; was married twice; by the first wife, five children; two by the second. Misses Lillian and Tuma, by the first wife, have resided in Clinton about two years and are conducting a most successful dress-making establishment in the store of Cock & Calendar.

CALDWELL, Phineas
1835-1891
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Feb 21 1891 - Our community was greatly shocked Friday morning upon receipt of a telegram from Warrensburg disclosing news of the death of a venerable gentleman, and once a citizen of Windsor. Phineas Caldwell was seized by a fatal hemorrhage after just having passed one of the most peaceful quiet nights since he had been afflicted with consumption. It occurred at 3 o'clock Friday morning February 14th, and so suddenly that the loving friends and relatives at his bedside could scarcely realize that death, though inevitable, was in their midst. Deceased was born in Christian county, Ky., in 1835; was married twice; by the first wife, five children were born and two by the second. Misses Lillian and Tuma, daughters by his first wife, have resided in Clinton about two years, are are conducting a successful dressmaking business in the store of Cock & Calendar.

CALDWELL, Phineas Elmore
abt 1870-1892
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
The Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Saturday, Feb 27 1892 - Died, P. E. Caldwell at Warrensburg, Mo., on Wednesday, Feb. 24th, 1892, age 21 years, from consumption. the remains were brought to Windsor on the 7:20 train Thursday evening and taken to the residence of Sydney Gray. According to his request the burial took place at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, with only brief religious exercises, Friday morning at 10:30 o'clock. This death brings sadness to the hearts of a legion of friends. He was a young man of worth, and had won the respect and love of many. His powers had always been tethered by that dread disease and his usefulness was ended just as he crossed the threshold of manhood.

CALDWELL, Susan A. GUTRIDGE McCOOL
1840-1920
Johnstown Cemetery, Johnstown, Bates Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Susan Caldwell died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. H. L. Peck, on East Grand River street, Sunday night at 10:25, after an illness of six days with pneumonia. Deceased maiden name was Susan Gutridge and she was a daughter of the late Rev. Peyton A. Gutridge and wife. Her father being one of the early settlers of Henry county, in fact one of the first Methodist preachers. She was born at Calhoun August 24, 1840. There she grew to womanhood and married P. B. McCool, who died 37 years ago. To this union four children were given, three of whom survive: Mesdames H. L. Peck and H. H. Edmondson, of Clinton and W. P. McCool of Harrisonville. After her marriage to Mr. McCool, they moved to Johnstown, where her husband was in the mercantile business for years. Johnstown had been settled by her grandfather, James A. Harvard. About 28 years ago she married George A. Caldwell, who died about 5 years ago. During most of their married life they lived at Creighton, Mo. Since his death she had lived with her children. Deceased was converted and united with the Methodist church at the age of 12 and since that time had been a most faithful and consecrated Christian. She was an exquisite housekeeper and her hospitality was known far and wide. The funeral services were conducted at the home of Mrs. Peck Tuesday morning, after which her remains were taken to Johnstown and laid beside her first husband.

CALDWELL, Vestel Harvie Sr.
1913-1994
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Vestel Harvie Caldwell, son of Earl Raymond and Cornelia Allison Caldwell was born April 25, 1913 near Montrose, and passed away Wednesday, March 9, 1994 at his home near Urich. He was married to Anna Lee Long on January 24, 1935 at Creighton. Vestel and Anna moved to a farm near New Piper 52 years ago. He was a farmer all of his life and he also ran a saw mill for 20 years. Vestel liked horses and owned a number of fine horses and teams over the years. He was a member of the White Oak United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents and one grandson, Larry Bramell, who passed away in 1972. Vestel is survived by his wife, Anna of the home; one son, V. H. Caldwell, Jr., and wife Mary Lou (Schaberg) of Urich; one daughter, Cornelia Ann Bramell, and T. E. (Ike) Isaacson, also of Urich; one sister, Frances Wilson of Clinton; and four grandsons, Leroy Bramell and wife Kim, Ray Bramell and wife Beth, Lonny Bramell and wife Denise, Ronnie Caldwell and Michelle, as well as nine great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, March 12, 1994 at the White Oak Methodist Church, Urich. Burial was in the White Oak Cemetery.

CALE, Harvey L.
1864-1936
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton, Henry Co, MO - Harvey L. Cale, who spent most of his life in Clinton, died at his home in Boulder, Colo., at 1:30 a.m. Wednesday, February 26. His body was brought to clinton Saturday and taken to the Sims Funeral Home. Rev. C. A. Butler, pastor of the First Baptist Church, conducted the services that afternoon and burial was in Englewood. Mr. Cale was born 72 years ago this coming May in Virginia and came to Clinton as a lad of five or six. He was united in marriage with Miss Ruth Edie of Clinton and Henry county was their home until about 20 years ago when they went to Colorado. Surviving Mr. Cale are his wife and five of their ten children. Also a brother, J. N. Cale, and sister, Mrs. Della Blaise, both of Clinton, and a granddaughter. Mrs. Cale and son, Harvey Lee Cale, Billings, Mont., accompanied the body to Clinton. They were met in Kansas City by Lewis N. Cale, another son of Adel, Iowa and John H. Cale, the third son, who lives in Jefferson, South Dakota, came to Clinton for the funeral. One daughter, Mrs. Jessie Gillispie, near Clinton, was also here, but the other daughter, Mrs. L. L. Shepheard, of the home in Boulder, Colo., was unable to come because of her health. During his residence in Clinton, Mr. Cale was sexton at Englewood seven years and janitor at Washington school seven years. He then sold his property on South Fifth street, and with his family moved to a farm near Thrush where they lived seven years and he farmed. They returned to Clinton for a year, then went to Colorado where Mr. Cale became a landscape gardener. He did his work so well, showing a real talent and skill, that he invariably pleased those for whom he did gardening and at one home he worked for 15 years. He enjoyed his work and performed every duty conscientiously. When his home was in Clinton, Mr. Cale joined the First Baptist Church and was ever an active and interested member. After going to Colorado, he moved his membership to the Baptist Church and had a deep interest in the church work, attending services regularly until his health became impaired as the result of diabetes and heart trouble. During the latter years of his life he was unable to go much due to his health but his interest always remained active.

CALENDAR, Thomas J.
1846-1905
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Aug 19 1905 - Thomas J. Callender closed his eyes in death at the home of his brother, John H., at Eureka Springs, Arkansas, Sunday, August 13, 1905, of a complication of diseases, the liver being the main diseased organ. He went to Eureka on June 19. Born in Owen County, Ky., Feb. 28, 1846 and came to Clinton with his parents when he was 10. He enlisted when a boy in the Confederate army but was taken sick and was brought back home. At the time of his death, he was the youngest Confederate in this section. He first went into the mercantile business in Clinton with McSkimmon at the close of the war and afterward was associated in the same business with W. H. Cock, being in business here for 30 years and still owned considerable property here, altho for the last ten years he has been a prominent merchant in Osceola. He was always a Baptist in belief. His parents died over 20 years ago and a brother and sister died young. The nine living are: Mrs. Malinda Callendar, Ohio Post Office, St. Clair County; John H., Eureka Springs; Jas. F., Bland, New Mexico; William, Lewiston, Illinois; Phillip, Shelbyville, Ky.; Mrs. Jas. Bryan, 605 E. Jefferson, this city; Mrs. Amanda Wheeler, Deerfield, Ill.; Mrs. Mary Kelly, ElDorado Springs; Robert Callendar, Jonesville, Ky. Funeral at the home of his sister on East Jefferson.

CALEY, Linda S. HUEBOTTER
1945-2002
Colony Cemetery, Colony, Knox Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 30 2002 - Linda S. Caley, 57, Warsaw, died Saturday, September 28, 2002, at her home. She was born July 22, 1945, in Quincy, Illinois, the daughter of Harold Joseph and Dorothy M. Brown Huebotter. She grew up in Lewis County and attended the University of Missouri in Columbia. She had been employed as an office administrator for Prairie View Nursing Home of Lewistown for nine years. For 20 years she had served as nursing home administrator for several nursing homes, including Warsaw Health and Rehabilitation Center and the Clinton Health Care and Rehabilitation Center. On May 17, 1984, she married Mack Caley at Knox City. They made their home in Knox City, until moving to Warsaw in 1989. She attended St. Ann's Catholic Church in Warsaw and was a past board member of the Warsaw Chamber of Commerce. She is survived by her husband Mack, of the home; one daughter, Lori L. Strange, and her husband Kent, Knox City; two grandchildren, Jillian and Jennah Strange, Knox City; three stepdaughters, Wendy Keller, Quincy, Illinois, Raquel Howe and her husband Neil, LaBelle, and Leaha Caley and her fiance Brad Kaylor, Knox City; four step-grandchildren and one step-great-grandson; two brothers, Gene Huebotter, LaBelle, and Danny Huebotter, Lewistown; two sisters, Darlene Biesterfeld and Cindy Leftwich, both of Lewistown; a brother-in-law, Ronnie Caley of DesMoines, Iowa, and sister-in-law, Claudine Vittato, East Alton, Illinois; other relatives and friends. Funeral services were ednesday, October 2, at the St. Joe Catholic Church in Edina. Burial will be in the Colony Cemetery, Colony.

CALHOUN, Adelaide Livergood DRITT
1844-1920
Teays Chapel Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Montrose Tidings, Montrose MO, Thursday, Aug 26 1920 - Adelaide Livergood Dritt was born in Pennsylvania, September 16, 1844; coming to Missouri in her infancy. Married to C. C. Calhoun, Nov 29, 1865; died August 19 1920, aged 75 years, 11 months, 3 days. She was left an orphan at an early age, her sister sharing her home with her until she was sixteen years of age, when the sister was called to the Great Beyond -- leaving three small children, one dying soon afterwards. "Aunty," as everyone knew her, never had any children of her own, but was a mother to the two orphan boys, C. J. and Jas. Calhoun, also Mrs. Mattie Machin. She cared for them in a kind, loving way, never thinking of the many sacrifices she had to undergo in order that she might perform the duties of a mother to the three orphan children. She joined the M. E. Church south, at Teay's Chapel November 24, 1912. Her last and dying words were: "O, Savior Mine." Her funeral was held at Teays chapel on Saturday, August 21st, where she was received in to the church 12 years ago by J. K. Speer, who also conducted her funeral.

CALHOUN, Clementius C. "C.C."
1832-1905
Teays Chapel Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Nov 25 1905 - C. C. Calhoun, aged about 73, died of cancer near Teays Chapel Saturday, November 18, 1905 and was buried in the chapel cemetery Monday.

CALHOUN, Helen Gertrude BROWN
1916-2014
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 21 2014 - Helen Gertrude (Brown) Calhoun, 97, daughter of James William and Anna Gertrude (Martin) Brown, was born August 19, 1916, in Odessa. She died Friday, April 18, 2014, in Clinton. Helen attended Odessa School, graduating from Odessa High School. She then attended Central Methodist College in Fayette, earning a teaching degree. She taught three years in Grain Valley Schools. When Helen was attending college, she met John Adcock Calhoun and they married June 27, 1937 in Montrose at the home of his father, D. C. Calhoun. Early in her married life, Helen worked at the Calhoun Hatchery in Montrose. After the children came along, she devoted her time to being a wife and mother. Helen was a devoted member of her church and was a member of WSCS (Women's Society of Christian Service), president of United West Methodist Conference, church choir leader and member, and she also taught Sunday school for many years. Helen was a member of the Carpe' Diem Card Club, who played Somerset, a member of the Extension Club and she was also a den mother for Cub Scouts. She loved spending time on her flower beds, especially her roses, Helen was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sister, Anna Beall Brown; brothers: Frances Brown, William Brown, George Brown and Harold Brown. Survivors include children, Carolyn Walker (Norman), James Calhoun (Jane), Betty Lane (Robert) and John Calhoun; grandchildren, Steven Walker (Marietta), Julia McCaffree (Mike), John Lane, Susan Boden (Wayne), Judy DeCorte (Bob), B. J. Aardema and James Calhoun; great-grandchildren, Caleb Thorns (Amy), Shelby Thorns, Maddie, Carlie and Allie McCaffree, Zach Lane, Callie, Jackson and Makenzie DeCorte, Austin Aardema, and Tyler Cal-houn; four step-great-grandchildren, Bradley Chambers, Shannon Moore, Hannah and Harrison Boden; one great-great-grandchild, Maddox Thorns; sister, Elizabeth Johnson (Richard), and sister-in-law, Carrie Brown. Funeral services were held at the Montrose United Presbyterian-Methodist Church in Montrose on Monday, April 21. Interment was in Montrose Cemetery, Montrose.

CALHOUN, John Adcock
1912-2007
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 23 2007 - John Adcock Calhoun, 94, son of David Cooper Calhoun and Ethel Adcock, was born December 25, 1912 in Montrose and died July 16, 2007 at his home in Montrose. John A. Calhoun graduated from Montrose High School in 1932 and received his Bachelor of Science degree from central College in Fayette, Missouri in 1936. On June 27, 1937 he married Helen Gertrude Brown of Odessa, Missouri. John met Helen while both were students at Central College. They have four children, Carolyn Sue, James David, Betty Ann and John William. He was a member of the United Presbyterian-Methodist Church in Montrose. He owned and operated Calhoun Hatchery, farm and mill for many years. He was a licensed pilot and enjoyed flying for business and pleasure. John was a Boy Scout leader, a member of the Tribe of Mic-O-Say, and a member of the Masonic Lodge. He served on the Montrose school board for several years. He enjoyed working in his shop and spent many hours modifying and inventing useful tools. He once created a self-propelled airplane mover for his hangers. His family has many fond memories of his handy inventions. John was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Charles David Calhoun. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Helen, of the home; two daughters, Carolyn Walker and husband Norman, Warrensburg, and Betty Lane and husband Robert, Clinton; two sons, Jim Calhoun and wife Jane, Greenville, Michigan, and John W. Calhoun of Montrose; seven grandchildren, Steven Walker and wife Marietta, Warrensburg, Julia McCaffree and husband Mike, Nevada, John Lane of Columbia, Susan Lane of Clinton, Judy DeCorte and husband Bob, Essexville, Michigan, Betty Aardema of Springboro, Ohio, and James Calhoun of Greenville, Michigan; 11 great-grandchildren, Caleb Thorns and wife Brittany of Lexington, Shelby Thorns, Maddie, Carlie and Allie McCaffree all of Nevada, Zach Lane of Clinton, Callie, Jackson and Makenzie DeCorte, all of Essexville, Michigan, Austin Aardema of Springboro, Ohio, Tyler Calhoun of Greenville, Michigan; two step-great-grandchildren, Bradley Chambers and Shannon Moore both of Warrensburg, and one great-great-grandchild Maddox Thorns of Lexington. Funeral services were at the United Presbyterian-Methodist Church, Montrose, on Saturday, July 21. Burial was in Montrose Cemetery.

CALKIN, Dorothy Elizabeth BOWLAND
1931-2007
Mt. Zion Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 13 2007 - Dorothy Elizabeth Bowland Calkin was born April 25, 1931 in Atwood, Rawlins County, Kansas to Charlie W. and Margaret Carley Bowland. At 3 1/2 years of age she moved with her parents and younger sister Sarah to Plad in Dallas County, Missouri. Her Carley grandparents were already in the area. Because the walk to school was through heavy woods, the family decided to move to an area where buses were provided so they bought a farm in Camden County near Stoutland, Missouri. Dorothy attended Rt 4 at Stoutland all through elementary and high school and immediately enrolled at Central Missouri State College in Warrensburg. She received her BS in 1961 and later her MS in Reading in 1975. She continued in public education until her retirement in 1984. She continued in a tutorial capacity – tutoring, substituting until her health forced total retirement. On April 10, 1953 Dorothy married the love of her life Leslie Richard "Dick" Calkin. To this union was blessed one daughter, Rhonda Leigh. In 1985 the couple moved to Henry County, Missouri and the Brownington-Mt. Zion area. Dorothy was a member of the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church since 1986. Dorothy is survived by her daughter Rhonda Leigh and husband David Boose, Lecompton, Kansas; two grandchildren, Randi Leigh and Alan Stahl; great grandson, Austin Stahl, Topeka, Kansas; grandson John David Boose and friend Jessica Young and her daughter Piper Young, Ozawki, Kansas. She also leaves two sisters, Sarah Hallman, Chilhowee, Missouri; Anne Hudson and husband Rev. Herman Joy Hudson, Odessa, Missouri; a brother, Simon James and wife Susan Bowland, Douglas, Wyoming; many nieces and nephews; stepdaughter Carolyn Garbee and family, Billings, Missouri and a stepson Larry Calkin and family, Lake Ozark, Missouri. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 15 at Consalus Funeral Home.

CALL, Dessie Fay ASH
1920-2003
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 12 2003 - Fay Call, 83, Windsor, died Thursday, September 11, 2003, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born April 5, 1920, in Pettis County, near Green Ridge, the daughter of Felix Andrew Ash and Maudie Lou Ella (Miller) Ash. On November 1, 1941, in Sedalia, she married Glen Nicholas Call, who survives of the home. She worked for several years as a nurse's aid in several area nursing homes, including Windsor's Resthaven Nursing Home. She was a member of the Windsor First Christian Church where she taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School for many years. She was also a member of the Bible Reader's Guild of the church. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Jerry Call, Knob Noster; three daughters, Coyita Feagans and Janice Bradley, both of Pleasant Hill, Connie Sanders, Windsor; nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by five brothers, three sisters and a grandson, Michael Bradley. Funeral services will be Sunday, September 14, at the Windsor First Christian Church. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CALL, Glen Nicholas
1912-2005
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 11 2005 - Glen N. Call, 92, Windsor, died late Thursday evening, July 7, 2005, at Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Windsor. He was born August 2, 1912, in Benton County, near Edmonson, the son of Nicholas John Call and Annie Margaret (Frisch) Call. On November 1, 1941, in Sedalia, he married Dessie Fay Ash, who died September 11, 2003. He was a dairy and beef cow farmer for many years before his retirement. He was a member of the First Christian Church of Windsor. He and his wife were very active in the sports and music programs of the Windsor School System while his children and grandchildren were involved. Survivors include a son Jerry Call, Wheeling, Illinois; three daughters, Coyita Feagans and her husband Richard, Pleasant Hill, Janice Bradley and her husband Walt, Pleasant Hill, Connie Sanders and her husband Elliott, Windsor; nine grandchildren, Brian Feagans, Carthage, Karen Beason, Pleasant Hill, Jeff Bradley, Maryville, Todd Feagans, Lee's Summit, Carol Wright, Pleasant Hill, Jill Call, Knob Noster, Ashlea, Nicholas and Daniel Sanders, Windsor; 10 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by three brothers; one sister and a grandson, Michael Bradley. Funeral services were Monday, July 11, at First Christian Church, Windsor. Burial was in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CALL, Lula May BUSH
1904-1994
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lula May Call, 90, rural Leeton, MO, died Monday, Dec 19, 1994, at Westwood Nursing Home, Clinton. She was born May 11, 1904, in Benton County, near Warsaw, daughter of Abraham Napoleon and Mary Almeda Walker Bush. On Nov 5, 1926, in Lexington, MO, she married Robert B. Call, who died Dec 16, 1994. Mrs. Call was a homemaker. In April 1931, she and her husband moved to a farm near Windsor. In 1936, they moved to their current home near Leeton. In 1940, she became a member of High Point Baptist Church near Leeton. Survivors include a son, Emery Call, Lone Jack, MO; a daughter, Norma Newman, Raymore, MO; a sister, Mary Laird, Sedalia; four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Wednesday at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CALL, Robert B.
1904-1994
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Robert B. Call, 90, rural Leeton, died Friday, December 16, 1994, at the Westwood Nursing Home in Clinton. He was born April 28, 1904, in rural Benton County, near Warsaw, the son of Nicholas John Call and Annie Margaret Frisch Call. On Nov 5, 1926, he married Lulu May Bush, who survives of the nursing home. Mr. Call was a farmer. He grew up on a farm in Benton County which is now a resort, Cole Turkey Acres. Funeral services were Monday, December 19, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CALLAHAN, Betty Lou
1941-1941
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Aug 7 1941 - Betty Lou, the four month daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Norvin Callahan of Brownington was found dead in bed early Thursday morning, July 31, 1941. She had slept with her five year old sister, Shirley, and when last observed by the parents, which was about 7:00 p.m., both girls were sleeping normally. The parents were out of the house for a short time and after the mother returned she found the older daughter had in her sleep, rolled over on the face of her baby sister whose life was extinguished from suffocation. Dr. W. T. Jennings was called to the home and upon examining the facts of the case deemed it to be purely an accident and no inquest was found to be necessary. The father and mother are exemplary citizens and no blame was attached to any one. Betty Lou shed her first ray of sunshine into the Callahan family circle April 2, 1941, but her light was needed by the Master from Whom comes the true light and live in His ever-shining presence from which splendor the little girl's radiance now is shed, and will continue to unite the family ties with invisible threads. Besides the grief stricken parents and sister, she is also survived by a brother, Shelby. Funeral services were conducted Friday at the Brownington Baptist Church. Burial was at the Maplewood Cemetery in Brownington, Missouri.

CALLAHAN, Florence Mabel MERRY
1913-1974
Peaceful Home Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Florence M. Callahan, born March 2, 1913, passed away Dec. 31 1974. Funeral services were held Friday, Jan. 3, at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Internment was in Peaceful Home Cemetery, Henry County, Mo.

CALLAHAN, Goldie Elaine O'BRIEN
1933-1993
Elm Spring Baptist Church Cemetery, Elm, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Goldie Elaine Callahan, 59, Holden, passed away Thursday, March 25, 1993 at home. She was born August 5, 1933 in Holden, the daughter of Richard Lee and Laura Murray (Tackett) O'Brien. She married Marion R. Callahan September 14, 1952 in Warrensburg. She graduated from Holden High School in 1951, attended business College in Kansas City, and worked for the Kansas City Transit System as a secretary in the mid 1950s. She lived near Holden all of her life. She was baptized a Catholic. Surviving are her husband Marion, of the home; two sons, Dale Callahan and Darrell Callahan, both of Holden; her mother, Laura O'Brien, Holden; one brother, William L. O'Brien, Holden; five grandchildren. Funeral services were Saturday, March 27, 1993 at Ben Cast & Son-Wood Funeral Home, Holden. Burial was in Elm Springs Cemetery, Kingsville.

CALLAHAN, Kermit Selby
1917-1991
I.O.O.F. Smithville Memorial Cemetery, Smithville, Clay Co, MO
Clinton MO - Kermit Selby Callahan, 74, Smithville, died Oct. 15, 1991, at Spelman Memorial Hospital. He was born near Clinton, Mo., and lived in St. Clair and Benton Counties in Missouri before moving to this area in 1946. Mr. Callahan worked for the ADM Milling Co. for 33 years, retiring in 1979. He was a past member of the Wisdom Church of God in Benton County. Survivors include his wife, Cleta Evelyn Callahan of the home; four sons, roger L. Callahan, Liberty, Russell E. Callahan, Kearney, Selby D. Callahan, Smithville, and James J. Callahan, Gladstone; two daughters, Marna Sue Patterson, Cameron, Mo., and Melva V. Ashlock, Smithville; 10 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren. Services will be Friday at the Hanks Chapel, Smithville, burial in the Smithville Odd Fellows Cemetery.

CALLAHAN, Margaret Isabell MIDDAUGH
1915-2002
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 25 2002 - Margaret Isabell Callahan, daughter of Lester Middaugh and Bessie (Armstrong) Middaugh, was born June 20, 1915, in LaDue and died at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, February 17, 2002, at the age of 86 years. Margaret married Novin "Bud" Callahan, who preceded her in death in 1981. Her son, Shelby Callahan, preceded her in death in 1999. Margaret was a licensed practical nurse, working for Golden Valley Hospital and Westwood Nursing Center, both in Clinton. She was baptized at the Oak Grove Baptist Church and attended the Tebo Baptist Church and the Mt. Zion Baptist Church when she lived in that area. She is survived by her son, N. Paul Callahan, Marshall; three daughters, Shirley Johnston of Bates City, Linda Gaston of Independence, and Lula Callahan of Gladstone; one daughter-in-law, Shirley Callahan, Deepwater; two sisters, Irma Bramell of Clinton and Ina Wycoff of of Raymore, as well as 16 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Wednesday, February 20. Burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

CALLAHAN, Marion Leslie
1897-1971
Pleasanton Cemetery, Pleasanton, Linn Co, KS
Marion L. Callahan, 73, Pleasanton, Kansas, died yesterday at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Mr. Callahan was born in Spruce, Mo., and had lived in Pleasanton 34 years. He was a retired coal miner and was a sexton at the Pleasanton Cemetery. Mr. Callahan was a member of the Pleasanton First Baptist Church. He was a member of the Odd Fellows. Surviving are his wife Mrs. Sudie Callahan of the home, five daughters, Mrs. Vivian Hardwick, Victoria, Texas, Mrs. Anna Faye Cowley, 1404 141 St., Grandview; Mrs. Ola May Earnest, Pleasanton; Mr. Kathryn Holmes, Tulsa; and Mrs. Mary Lou Fortner, 3504 East 106th; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Flossie Parks, Pleasant Hill, and Mrs. Kathryn Smith, Warrensburg, Mo.; five sons, Marion G. Callahan, Wellsville, Kansas; Wallace J. Callahan, 3816 Hedges, Independence; Olen D. Callahan, Oakland, California; James R. Callahan, Fullerton, California; and Lester Callahan, Hume, Mo.; a stepson, Francis McMurphy, Pleasant Hill; five sisters, Mrs. Veta McLerran, Mrs. Olive Suiter and Mrs. Edna Lloyd, all of Clinton, Mo.; Mrs. Viola McLaughlin, Oklahoma City, and Mrs. Inez Rutledge, Enid Oklahoma; three brothers, Clyde Callahan, Brownington, Kermit Callahan, Smithville; and Norman Callahan, Clinton; 42 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at the church; burial in a cemetery near Pleasanton.

CALLAHAN, Norvin Buell "Bud"
1913-1981
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Kansas City Star, Kansas City MO, Jan 12 1981 - Norvin Buell (Bud) Callahan, 67, Clinton, Mo., formerly of Brownington and Oak Grove, died Monday at the home. He was born in Henry County, Mo., and had lived in Oak Grove 15 years before moving to Clinton 23 years ago. Mr. Callahan worked in the Maintenance department at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. He was a Navy veteran of WWII. He leaves his wife Mrs. Margaret Callahan of the home; two sons, Shelby Gene Callahan, Clinton, and Rev. Norvin Paul Callahan, St. Louis,; three daughters, Mrs. Shirley June Johnston, Bates City, Mo., Mrs. Linda Gaston, Oak Grove, and Miss Lula Frances Callahan, Kansas City; two brothers, Kermit Callahan, Smithville, and Clyde Callahan, Wagoner, Oklahoma; four sisters, Mrs. Veta McLerran and Mrs. Olive Suiter of Clinton, Mrs. Viola McLaughton, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Mrs. Inez Rutledge, Hennessee, Oklahoma; 18 grandchildren and a great-grandson. Services will be Wednesday at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton; burial in Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington, Mo.

CALLAHAN, Shelby Gene
1939-1999
Peaceful Home Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Shelby Gene Callahan, son of Norvin Buell and Margaret Isabell (Middaugh) Callahan, was born June 9, 1939, in Henry County and died July 14, 1999, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City at the age of 60 years. Shelby was preceded in death by his father, Norvin Callahan, and one sister, Betty Lou Callahan. He is survived by his mother, Margaret Callahan of Clinton; four sons, Gene of Odessa and Jack, Matt and Samuel of Deepwater; three daughters, Margaret Littleton of Deepwater, Melissa Baker of Independence and Sarah Callahan of Deepwater; one brother, Paul of Marshall, and three sisters, Shirley Johnston of Bates city, Linda Gaston of Independence and Lu Callahan of Gladstone, as well as 12 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Funeral services were held at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church on Sunday, July 18. Burial was in the Peaceful Home Cemetery, Deepwater.

CALLAHAN, Shirley Ann MONAHAN
1939-2002
Peaceful Home Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 29 2002 - Shirley Ann Callahan, 62, Deepwater, MO (formerly of Kansas City, MO), daughter of George Albert and Hazel Faye (Chiddix) Monahan, was born August 17, 1939, in Kansas City, and died July 15, 2002, at Research Medical Center, Kansas City, MO. Shirley was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Mt. Zion. She had worked at the Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, in the Dietary Department. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Shelby Gene Callahan, and one sister, Betty Louise James. She is survived by her seven children, Shelby Gene Callahan II of Odessa, Margaret Ann Williams, Jackson Wayne Callahan and Samuel Edward Callahan, all of Deepwater, Steven Matthew Callahan, Sarah Kathleen Callahan and Melissa Faye Courtney, all of Clinton; two brothers, George A. Monahan II of Lone Jack and Donald W. Monahan of Tarsney Lakes; one sister, Bonnie Marie Brown of Bates City, as well as 18 grandchildren and four great-granddaughters. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Thursday, July 18. Burial was in Peaceful Home Cemetery, Deepwater.

CALLAHAN, Thomas Clyde
1904-1990
Peaceful Home Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Thomas Clyde Callahan was born in Spruce on Dec. 14, 1904, the son of Thomas Jackson and Lila Smith Callahan. He passed away at his home in Wagoner, Oklahoma, Feb. 10, 1990, at the age of 85 years, one month and 27 days. He was married to Florence Mabel Merry Feb 10, 1929, in Iowa. To this union were born 8 children, seven whom now survive. One son, Charles Edwin, preceded him in death. He was a farmer all of his life and for many years lived on a farm near Mt. Zion in Henry County. Mrs. Florence Callahan passed away Dec. 31, 1974. On Feb 28 1977, he was married to Hazel Wright and he moved then to Wagoner, Oklahoma, where he made his home until his death. He is survived by his wife Hazel of the home in Wagoner; two sons, Patrick Callahan of Littleton, Colorado, Tom Callahan of Green Ridge, five daughters, Vera Schoor, Smithville, Sylvia Summers, Lincoln, Bessie Thomas, Osceola, Ann Corwin and Ruth Tuter, both of Brownington, one brother, Kermit Callahan of Smithville; one sister, Olive Suiter, Clinton; 24 grandchildren and a large number of great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Thursday, Feb. 15, at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Peaceful Home Cemetery near Mt. Zion.

CALLAHAN, Thomas Jackson
1872-1938
Peaceful Home Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - T. J. Callahan died at his home southeast of Mt. Zion, March 7, 1938, following an extended illness of a malignant disease. He had been in a critical condition since last September and during the weary pain-filled days, became submissive to the inevitable end which alone released him from suffering. Thomas Jackson Callahan was born January 16, 1872, at Johnstown, where he was reared, then went to Oregon for a time. At Johnstown, he was united in marriage to Miss Lula Smith, July 29, 1893, and to this union were born 13 children, 11 of whom are left to comfort their mother; Mrs. Charles McLerran, Mrs. Joseph Loyd and Clyde Callahan of Brownington; Mrs. Buel Eurton and Mrs. Mack McLaughlin, of Oklahoma; Marion Callahan, Pleasanton, Kans.; Edwin Callahan, Clinton; Norvin Callahan, Rich Hill and Olive and Kermit of the home. There are 30 grandchildren. Mr. Callahan had lived in the Mt. Zion Community the past 26 years.

CALLAHAN, Vickie Sue
1952-2012
Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Bates Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 6 2012 - Vickie Sue Callahan, 59, Butler, died Thursday, August 2, 2012, at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. She was born November 19, 1952, to Arnold and Wilma Luckan McGuire in Butler. Vickie is survived by two sons, Patrick Callahan and Jason Callahan, both of Montrose; two daughters, Tracy Callahan and Jill Callahan, both of Butler; her mother, Wilma McGuire of Butler; one brother, Richard McGuire of Pittsburg, Kansas; two sisters, Kathy Lewis and husband, Richard, and Carroll Walley and husband, David, all of Amsterdam, and seven grandchildren, Mika, Jace, Kaden, Michael, Logan, Chloe and Noah. She was preceded in death by her father; husband, Mike, and three sisters, Cheryl McGuire, Theresa Fahnestock and Rita Hartsell. Graveside services were Monday, August 6, at Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler.

CALLAWAY, Amelia "Molly" HOFFMAN
1866-1904
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Dec 17 1904 - Died in this city Thursday morning, after a short illness, Mrs. Amelia Callaway. Her maiden name was Hoffman, daughter of Mrs. L. Heitland, and she was born in Sedalia Feb. 4, 1866. A husband and three children survive her. A Baptist, she was buried in Englewood.

CALLAWAY, Anne P. MILTON
1889-1911
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Feb 23 1911 - Again has death entered our midst and taken from us one who was beloved by all. Mrs. Annie Milton Callaway, wife of James Callaway, succumbed to brief illness and closed her eyes to all scenes earthly at 4:30 o'clock Monday afternoon. Less than a month ago the marriage of James Callaway and Annie Milton was the culmination of an attachment long existing between these two estimable young people. Life seemed so fair and bright to them as they started out together with the good wishes of fond friends coming to them. They were married on the evening of January 24, and the bride continued teaching at Reed school, intending to finish her year's work. Some two weeks ago, she contracted a severe case of grip which did not yield to treatment. While visiting at the home of her husband's parents. she grew suddenly so much worse that she could not return to her parent's where they had been living. On last Friday it developed that peritonitis had set in and her condition was most alarming. Her constitution was not strong at best; and all that could be done was in vain to stay the hand of death. She continued to sink until the end came. Deceased was the youngest daughter of Dr. and Mrs. S. A. Milton, and her entire life had been spent in Clinton. She graduated from our public schools and had for some time taught in Reed school, a rural department which it required great energy and faithfulness to serve; but to the trust she proved equal. She was of a bright and cheerful disposition, winning in her ways, and loved her friends even as she was loved by them. Her death will be felt as a sorrow in every home; and the sympathetic hearts of our people will share the burden of grief which has fallen on her young husband, her parents and other relatives. The funeral service of the late Mrs. James Callaway was conducted at the home of her parents, Dr. and Mrs. S. A. Milton, at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon.

CALLAWAY, Emma Ruth
1872-1889
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Apr 13 1889 - Died, Sunday evening at 8:30, Emma Callaway, 17, daughter of James H. and Susannah F. Callaway. She had been ill several weeks with rheumatism but was hardly considered dangerous until Sunday, when Britts and Jennings were summoned to her bedside. But death came to her relief, not human aid. Miss Emma possessed a mind capable of brilliant mental achievements and was a promising pupil of the Franklin School. Rooms 16 and 17 of Franklin School attended the funeral at the Baptist Church.

CALLAWAY, Franklin S. "Frank"
1870-1909
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Mar 13 1909 - Frank S. Callaway died very suddenly with heart failure Thursday, just a few minutes after 12, on his way home to dinner, in front of Rank Taylor's on East Franklin Street, just a few yards from his own home. He had been walking with R. E. Bell, principal of the Park school. He was one of Clinton's brightest men, educated at William Jewell college and County School Commissioner for several years. He has held the chair of English Literature at the high school for the past six years and was principal at the time of his death. A Baptist, an Elk, K. P., Mason and Modern Woodman. Born October 16, 1870 and leaves a devoted wife, who was Miss Fannie Carter; 3 little daughters, Mary Virginia aged 9, and the twins, aged 7, Ruth and Frances. His mother, one sister Mrs. Mason Anderson, two brothers, Jerry and John.

CALLAWAY, Harriett FERGUSON
1834-1925
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Jul 31 1925 - Sister Harriet Callaway (nee Furgeson) was born in West Virginia in the year 1834. She moved two years later with her parents to Coles county, Illinois, and there was united in marriage to J. M. Callaway, December 5th, 1853. She departed life here July 24, 1925. She lived to the ripe age of 91 years. She had made her home for the past two years with her daughter, Sister Henry E. Hamilton. Her husband passed to his reward 25 years ago. Sister Callaway was the mother of eleven children. Four of them have preceded her to their eternal home. Seven children, 50 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren, and a host of friends are left to mourn her home going. The names of her children are as follows: George Callaway, Burley, Idaho; Mrs. Hattie M. Roberts, Ponca City, Okla.; Jerry Callaway, of Ulysses, Kans.; Albert Callaway, Dewey, Okla.; Mrs. Doerenda Adair, of Adair, Okla. Sister Callaway made a profession of religion and united with Fairview Baptist church some 50 years ago. All say she was a good woman, a real neighbor, a devoted, consecrated, consistent, dependable Christian woman. She was the last of seven member, who constituted the Fairview Baptist organization, under the preaching of W. B. Lawler. Funeral services were conducted by the writer at Deepwater Baptist church, Sunday. She was buried in the Billie Dunning cemetery. - J. M. Ramsey.

CALLAWAY, John Thomas
1861-1936
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
NIGHT WATCHMAN CALLAWAY ACCIDENTLY KILLED -- Death Came Instantaneously from Discharge of Shotgun While John T. Callaway and His Son Were Hunting -- The community was shocked Wednesday afternoon to learn of the fatal accident while hunting, that took the life of John T. Callaway, old and respected citizen. Mr. Callaway and his son had gone out hunting and were on Highway 18, six miles west of Clinton. They had stopped the car near a dead tree and young John had gotten out of the car for a better shot, but was urging his father to go home. Mr. Callaway had sat down on the opposite side of the car, on the running board and had his feet on the ground. His son hearing the report of the gun rushed to his father to find him dead, the full load of the magazine having gone through his neck on the right side. Young John said his father must never have known what struck him. He supposed, from all appearances, that as he lifted the gun which was an old style repeating 12 gauge shot gun, that the hammer must have caught on the running board and exploded it. John got the body of his father into the car and brought him directly to the Consalus and Peck Funeral Home, then went to bear the fatal news to his mother. John T. Callaway was born in Harrisonville 75 years ago last March 15. He was married to Miss Nora Edick who survives, with their two sons, Jerry and John B., one brother, Jerry G. Callaway, and a half sister, Mrs. Mason Anderson Sr., all of Clinton. Mr. Callaway operated a meat market in Clinton for many years, but for the past six years had been night watchman and from 1900-06 served Clinton as city marshal. He was a kindly man with many friends, prominent in the Democratic party, and had been a member of the Baptist church many years. Funeral arrangements had not been made at the time the Eye Went to press. -- The funeral rites for John Thomas Callaway, who was killed last Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. when the hammer accidentally tripped on the shotgun he had been using while hunting, were Friday afternoon at the First Baptist Church. The body lay in state from Thursday noon until 1:00 o'clock Friday at the Consalus and Peck mortuary, and was then taken to the First Baptist Church where Mr. Callaway had so long been a member and faithful in attendance until the last years when the nature of his work as nightwatchman interfered with his ordinary daytime routine. The large auditorium was filled, both out of respect to the deceased and in sympathy for the bereaved family, especially the son, John Barton, sole companion of his beloved father on the fatal trip that proved so disastrous. John T. Callaway was the younger son of James Heywood Callaway and his first wife, Rebecca Farmer Callaway, whose father, Jeremiah Farmer, a pioneer Baptist preacher of Cass County, was the man for whom his brother, Jerry Callaway, was named. John was born at Harrisonville, Cass County, March 15, 1861, in the shadow of the War Between the States and, with his family, Was the victim of border raids from Kansas Bushwackers. His family was ejected from its fine farm, house, buildings and crops were destroyed and stolen, as were the stock and all personal property. It was not until as a boy of 17, however, that he came to Clinton with his parents. As a young man he became a member of the Baptist Church, where he was very active and a regular attendant until recent years. March 4th, 1891, Mr. Callaway and Miss Norah Evick, a daughter of John Allen Evick, then of Ohio but a native of Virginia, were united in marriage and two sons blessed their union, John Barton, born in 1902, and Jerry, born the next year. These two boys were always very close to their father, as his greatest happiness and their companionship, as years began to crowd aside many other activities, has been a relation of comfort and beauty. It was even in keeping with this companionship that his last afternoon was spent with his son, John. Mr. Callaway, up from his hours of sleep, was working about the yard when John Barton came to see him and Mrs. Callaway, and the first greeting of his father was followed by the suggestion that they have a hunt as the day was so fine. Mr. Callaway's love of the hunt and his knowledge of wood lore and craft was one of his dominant traits and had earned for him among his friends the name of "Trapper." This name was no more characteristic than "Old Faithful," however, as his intimates called him, for he was loyal and faithful to every friend throughout the years and a true blue Democrat of the finest stamp. He was a man of simple tastes, devoted to his family, fair and honest in his dealings. He had served his party in many capacities, being city marshal, special police, also acted as night watchman the last ten years or longer. In many minor capacities he also served them and his work was always valued. In his early years in Clinton he was associated in the meat business with his father and later operated a large market on the south side of the square, many years, and was recognized as an authority in his business. In years since, men who were proud of their smoke houses and cured rare meats asked his advice and often sought his help. Mr. Callaway, good and kindly, a man a community regrets to lose, is mourned by his devoted wife, his sons and half-sister, Mrs. Mason Anderson.

CALLAWAY, Nora EVICK
1869-1937
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The soul of Mrs. John Callaway returned to the Home of its Creator at 7:30 a.m. Monday, from St. Joseph's hospital in Kansas City, where she underwent a hernia operation ten days ago. She had been in failing health for some years with a complication of diseases. She spent a week at the home of her cousin, Mrs. Ted Snyder in Kansas City before going to the hospital and, deeming her operation minor, took a local anesthetic. She suffered intensely, as the operation was more severe than anticipated, and a ruptured heart was the immediate cause of death, though she was thought better Friday when Mrs. Snyder and Mrs. Eagle (the former Miss Mary Virginia Callaway) last visited her. Miss Nora Evick was born August 10, 1869, in Lawrence County, Ohio, one of eight children of Mr. and Mrs, John Allen Evick. She later came to Missouri with her parents, who settled on a farm near Calhoun. Her brothers and sisters all made their homes in Oregon, where they are still living, with the exception of one sister, who died there last October just two weeks after the tragic death of Mr. Callaway, September 30, which was such a severe shock to his wife. March 4, 1891, Miss Evick and John Thomas Callaway were united in marriage at her father's farm residence, two miles south of Calhoun and came to Clinton to establish their home, where Mr. Callaway was in business, and where they had since resided. They were given two sons, John Barton, of Clinton, and Jerry, of the home, both of whom have lived in Clinton, being a source of comfort and help to their parents as years accumulated over them. Mrs. Callaway was devoted to her family, ambitious for her boys, an unassuming, rather retiring woman, a member of the Baptist church. Her life centered around her home which, without her guiding hand, will be empty and as a ship without a rudder. Her two sons, who alone survive her, have the sympathy of many friends. The funeral services were Wednesday at the First Baptist church. Consalus and Peck in charge.

CALLAWAY, William Edward Jr.
1945-2014
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 6 2014 - William Edward Callaway, Jr., 68, Stockton and formerly of Windsor, died Sunday, May 4, 2014, at Mercy Hospital, Springfield. William was born on September 14, 1945, to William Edward Callaway Sr. and Kate Lee "Borgman" Callaway of Fort Scott, KS. He left high school after the 10th grade in order to enlist in the Navy where he served in Vietnam. After his honorable discharge, he moved to the Windsor area where he worked as a self-employed plumber and heating technician for 45 years. On October 8, 2010, William married Gayla Palmer. He recently retired and they moved to Stockton. He was an avid outdoorsman who lived to fish and hunt. He took great pride in sharing his expertise with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He also loved playing poker, going to casinos and doing anything with his family, expecially if it was outdoors. Surviving is his wife, Gayla, of the home; three children, Kimberly Maupin (Gary) of Lone Jack, William Edward Callaway III (Brandi) of Clinton and Pamela Marie Martin (David) of Windsor; three stepchildren, Justin, Daniel and Gailen; seven grandchildren, Jessica, Greg, Matt, William Edward IV, Jake and Kate; seven great-grandchildren, Alexis, Gunner, Zachary, Keagan, Briley, William Edward V and Hailee; three brothers, John, Bobby and David; two sisters, Kathy and Theresa; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Preceding him in death were his parents and a brother, Buddy Ray. The family's wishes were to have William cremated. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

CALLAWAY, William Franklin "Jack"
1888-1927
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Washington DC, Dec 18 1927 - Representatives C. C. Dickinson and W. L. Nelson of Missouri have been in touch with the Navy department throughout the day keeping themselves advised as to rescue work directed to the relief of the men, who went down with the submarine S-4. Lieut. Commander William F. Callaway, who was on inspection duty with the ill-starred submarine, was born in Clinton, Mo., where his parents live. He and his family have been friends of the Dickinson's for many years. Representative Dickinson is keeping the commander's father, Jerry Callaway, advised of developments as they are reported by the Navy department. "Commander Callaway," Representative Dickinson said, "was one of the foremost experts on submarines in the Navy. I know him well; he grew up almost like one of my own family. His father, Jerry Callaway, has been sheriff of my county for two terms, and his grandfather before him as sheriff of that county for two terms. Two of his brothers read law in my office. One of them now is in the Philippines. The youngest Callaway boy is in Annapolis naval academy on my own appointment. Commander Callaway called on me just a few days ago. Naturally, I am suffering a good deal of anxiety. I am hopeful the relief work will be effective in time to save the crew. - LIEUT. COM. W. F. CALLAWAY, OR "JACK" OF CLINTON, IN SUBMARINE DISASTER, Clinton MO - All Clinton mourns with Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Callaway of Clinton, on account of the boat disaster, on which their son Jack is probably trapped and dead. For the past two years, Jack has been on the Board of Inspectors at Washington, D.C., and he inspected and tested submarines. He had been out on the S-4, and they were within 1800 yards of the harbor and about ready to come up, when a revenue cutter or harbor patrol boat swept over them very rapidly, causing the submarine to sink. Six men were alive for awhile, and all hoped one might be Jack, but at the time of going to press, his parents here had about given up hope. Jack was 38 years old, and he leaves his parents in Clinton; his wife, who was Miss Dorothy Brown, of St. Louis, before her marriage, and seven year old son, W. F. Jr. Also four brothers - Cleve in Manilla, P.I.; James Callaway, Burlingame, Cal.; Peyton Callaway, Annapolis Military Academy, and Buster at home. All extend sympathy to these bereaved ones, who are anxiously awaiting a shadow of hope. - S-4 HOPE IS SLIM, Provincetown MA, Dec 20 1927 - A faint glimmer of hope tonight relieved the growing depression in the minds of those seeking to rescue six men entombed in the sunken submarine S-4. After hours of silence on the part of the imprisoned men had all but convinced the listeners above there would be no further signals from the wreck, the oscillator of the sister ship at 6 o'clock tonight registered seven faint tapping sounds. Naval men would not assert the taps were made by a chipping hammer in the hands of a survivor of the S-4 collision. They said the sounds "Might have come" from the S-4, but even that slight encouragement renewed hope a little. The elements appeared to have turned the scale against the rescuers and those they strove to save. While precious hours passed, and the signals tapped out by the imprisoned men grew fewer, the northwest gale continued to whip up the water off this harbor, cutting off all salvage attempts. The gale continued tonight, preventing any one of the more than a score of divers aboard the mine sweeper Falcon, flagship of the salvage fleet, from descending to the wreck. The mine sweeper Falcon, flagship of the salvage fleet, came into Provincetown harbor for a short time late today, to make a change of personnel. About thirty of those on board were transferred and their places were taken by twenty-five experienced deep sea divers. Some of these were naval reservists. Veteran divers, some of whom had worked in the S-51 operations, said frankly there was "not a chance" for the six men left on the S-4. These said that even if it were possible to lower oxygen and food to the vessel, the result would be merely to prolong the agony of the imprisoned men. The spot off Wood End, where the S-4 went down, is a rough piece of water, and there is little hope of suitable weather for salvage work before next summer, the divers said. They said there was no other method of rescuing the men than by raising the hull from the bottom.

CALLEN, Delbert J.
1903-1942
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - D. J. Callen, Prominent Clintonian Dies Monday - Blood Clot, Following Double Pneumonia, After Tonsil Operation Proves Fatal to Valued Business Executive. - Early Monday afternoon, November 16, 1942 the Grim Reaper closed the account of one of Clinton's most outstanding and valued business men. Removing the name of Delbert J. Callen from earthly scrolls, Death has claimed not only a business man of importance but one whose church affiliations, school board associations and families ties had given him the best things in life for which a man can live. His life was one that had been exemplary in every respect, and of such far reaching good and constructive influence that his loss is generally mourned and leaves a void among his fellow townsmen which none can fill. Delbert J. Callen was born October 21, 1903 near Fairview in Okla., the son of Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Callen, who came to Missouri when he was but a small child to make their home in the Hortense community of Henry County. When Delbert was about 11 years of age, his father bought the general store at Shawnee Mound and there young Delbert had his first business training. He graduated from the Shawnee Mound High School in 1923 as valedictorian of his class, and loved by his classmates with whom, when he was even out of school, he kept up pleasant relations and an interest that built warm and lasting adult friendships. After some study at the Warrensburg Teachers College, he taught at the Hickory Grove School in northeast Henry County two years during which time he also kept active his interest in the Cumberland Presbyterian Church of Shawnee Mound where he taught a young people's class and was also an elder. Mr. Callen began his work with the Reliance Coal Co., in May 1925 first as an assistant, then as cashier of the company. This position he retained even after it became the Crowe Coal Co., and continued as such until his untimely death. He had undergone a tonsillectomy in Kansas City October 3, following which after a few days at home and a day at his office he was forced to return to the hospital, double pneumonia developing. A blood clot in his leg finally caused his death, as in the sluffing off particles reached his heart. September 20, 1925 Miss Stella Gildersleeve, a school day sweetheart and a daughter of well-known Shawnee Mound family, became his wife. Two children were born to their happy and ideal union a son, Harlan Francis, now 11 years old and Kenneth Eugene, four. Harlan having attended the Second Street Methodist Church and joining there, his family also became members in 1941 and have continued substantial and enthusiastic supporters, for Mr. Callen was essentially a Christian at heart as is the noble woman whom he chose so wisely to walk at his side, and with him to inculcate Christian ideals in the hearts of his sons. Gifted with unusual business acumen, he was recognized as one of the most outstanding men his company had ever known. His loss to them is known to be as deeply felt as to the community at large, where he stood like a mighty oak in the forest whose fall leaves a vast open space against the sky. Mr. Callen was elected secretary of the Clinton School Board in the early summer of 1934 and had since continued to serve the schools in this capacity with a great skill and interest and he was felt by his fellow workers to have no equal in the state of Missouri. With a marvelous mind for business he applied all his ability to the success of his chosen field and was early recognized as a man of not only the highest principles but one of almost limitless capacity. Surviving with his wife and sons are his aged father, F. M. Callen, who is ill at the Clinton General Hospital; his sisters, Mrs. Lee Gildersleeve of Leeton; Mrs. John Wade of Shawnee Mound and one brother Edgar F. Callen of Clinton and three nieces, Miss Frances Lee Gildersleeve of Clinton, who has been his efficient secretary the past three years, Mrs. Wayne Barton of Kansas City and Miss Betty Lou Wade of Shawnee Mound. Funeral services were conducted at the Second Street Methodist Church Wednesday. The body was laid to rest in Englewood.

CALLEN, Edgar Francis
1907-2001
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 5 2001 - Edgar Francis Callen died October 24, 2001, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Ed was born April 26, 1907, to Frank M. and Lillian Myra (Howry) Callen, 10 miles east of Clinton. He lived on a small farm with his parents; two sisters, Thelma and Louise, and one brother, Delbert. In 1915, the family moved to Shawnee Mound, where they operated the General Merchandise Store from 1915 to 1926. Ed's mother died unexpectedly in 1922 when he was only 15-years-old. After graduating from Shawnee Mound High School, Ed moved to Clinton in 1926 and started traveling as a salesman for the local fruit company where he worked for eight years. On June 8, 1928, Ed married Vera P. Childers of the Quarles community. The couple set up housekeeping on East Ohio Street in Clinton where they lived for 39 years. Ed went to work for the Sunshine Biscuit Company of Kansas City as a salesman in 1934. He retired from this company in 1970 after 36 years of service. On January 3, 1940, Ed and Vera were blessed with their first baby girl, who they named Arbutus Waldine. The baby only survived 28 months due to an injury received during the birth process. Shortly after the death of Arbutus, Ed's brother, Delbert, developed a blood clot and died at the age of 39 years, leaving his wife and two young sons. it was also during this time frame that Ed's father died in January 1943. Happier times came when Vera gave birth to a son, William M. who was born in March 1944. Bill presently lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with his wife, Carolyn. They have twin daughters, Karen of Alexandria, Virginia, and Kendra and her husband, Jon Ramirez, of Colorado Springs, Colorado. In August 1947, Ed and Vera were again blessed with a baby girl, Zoe Ann, who currently lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Her son, Brad lives in Charleston, South Carolina. Ed made a profession of faith and joined the Cumberland Presbyterian Church at Shawnee Mound when he was 16-years-old. In 1936 Ed and Vera joined the First Baptist Church of Clinton where Ed was ordained as a deacon in 1937. They attended regularly and Ed served the church in many different capacities such as chairman of deacons, Sunday School general secretary for 20 years and on the Board of Trustees. Vera Callen, Ed's wife of 59 years, died April 22, 1987, after three years of failing health. Other members of Ed's family who have preceded him in death and have not already been mentioned include his older sister, Thelma and her husband, John Wade, and Vera's parents, William and Bessie Childers. Family members surviving Ed who have not already been mentioned include a sister-in-law, Stella Callen of Warrensburg; a nephew, Harlan Callen and family of Kansas City; a nephew, Kenneth Callen and family of Portland, Oregon; a niece, Rosamond Barton and family of Tipp City, Ohio; a niece, Francis Lee Lyle and family of Clinton; a niece, Betty Lou Arwood of Shawnee Mound, and several grandnieces and nephews. The family of Ed Callen wants to especially acknowledge Gary and Jamie Arwood and their family for the many things they have gone out of their way to do for him in the past five years. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Monday, October 29. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CALLEN, Harlan Francis
1931-2013
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 16 2013 - Harlan Francis Callen, 81, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2013 after a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Katherine (Cannon) Callen; his wife of 53 years, Janet (Fore) Callen; his son, Kirk Callen; his mother, Stella (Gildersleeve) Callen; and his father, Delbert Callen. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Sara and Scott Coffman, and his only grandchild, James Harlan Coffman, all of Olathe, KS; his brother and sister-in-law, Kenneth and Sandra (Harmon) Callen of Vancouver, Washington; his niece, Lisa (Callen) Farrell and her family, also of Vancouver, Washington; and his nephew, Daniel Callen and his family of Overland Park, KS. Harlan graduated from Clinton High School with the Class of 1949 and Central Missouri State University with a degree in business administration. He then joined the US Air Force as an Airman First Class and was stationed at Oxnard AFB, CA. After the Air Force, he worked as an executive with Hallmark Cards until his retirement in 1992, an association of which he was very proud. He was a big fan of the Royals, Chiefs and Jayhawks and in his younger years, enjoyed amateur photography and pheasant hunting. Visitation was Saturday, March 30th, at Mt. Moriah & Freeman Funeral Home, 10507 Holmes Rd., with funeral services following.

CALLEN, Lillian Myra HOWRY
1875-1922
Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Lillian Myra Howry was born at Albia, Iowa, June 28, 1875. She married F. M. Callen March 1893. About 21 years ago they moved to Missouri, first settling near Humansville. Later they moved to Hortense, in the east part of Henry County, where they lived until Mr. Callen bought the Shawnee Mound Store. This had been her home since. She died at the Christian Hospital in Kansas City, last Saturday afternoon. She had been quite ill before she went to the hospital and was operated on the week before her death for appendicitis. When operated upon, she was also found to have a tumor, but she apparently got along nicely. She is survived by her husband and four children: Mrs. John Wade, Shawnee Mound; Mrs. Lee Gildersleeve, Clinton; Delbert and Edgar, at home. Her parents, John Howry and wife, live at Watonga, OK. They had 8 children and her death makes the first break in the family circle. Her sister, Mrs. Ben Adams, of Okeen, OK, a brother, Thomas Howry, of Watonga, OK, both arrived in time for the funeral but her sister, Mrs. Harry Best of Watonga, OK, arrived after her sister was buried. Other brothers and sisters are: John Howry, Jr, Watonga, OK; Ed Howry, Fairview, OK; Mrs. Claude Greenwell, Orientin, OK; Mrs. Ed Oehler, Moravin, IA. The funeral service was conducted Tuesday morning at the Shawnee Mound church with burial in the cemetery near by.

CALLEN, Stella Elizabeth GILDERSLEEVE
1906-2004
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 25 2004 - Stella Elizabeth Callen was born to Frank and Sadie (Elder) Gildersleeve on February 25, 1906, in Henry County, near Shawnee Mound and died at the Warrensburg Manor Care Center, Warrensburg, on August 5, 2004, at the age of 98 years. On September 20, 1925, she married Delbert J. Callen. They lived in Clinton and became the parents of two boys. Delbert preceded her in death November 16, 1942. She was a house mother at several fraternities, sororities and dormitories at Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Sadie Gildersleeve; one sister, Elaine, and her husband Delbert J. Callen. Stella is survived by her sons, Harlan Callen, a retired business executive and wife Janet, Overland Park, Kansas, and Dr. Kenneth Callen and wife Sandra, LaCenter, Washington, as well as four grandchildren, Kirk Callen, Sara Coffman, Daniel Callen and Lisa Farrell, and four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister, Dorothy Thomas, Warrensburg, as well as a number of nieces and nephews, including Mrs. Frances Lyle and husband Tex, Clinton. Graveside services were held at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, Tuesday, August 10.

CALLEN, Vera Pansy CHILDERS
1907-1987
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Funeral services for Vera Pansy Callen were held Saturday, April 25, 1987, at the Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Englewood. Vera Pansy Callen, daughter of William P. and Bessie Deen Childers, was born at the home place, six miles north of Clinton, on June 8, 1907. She received her early education at Curtis School. At the age of 11, she attended a Wade Johnson tent meeting, was converted, baptized, and joined the Quarles Baptist Church. Later she attended Shawnee Mound High School, riding on horseback six miles each way every day, and had nearly a perfect attendance for four years. She graduated at 16 years of age as valedictorian of her class. Vera then spent some time at the home place helping with the family dairy business. On June 8, 1928, she married Edgar F. Callen and they began their home together in Clinton. They attended the First Baptist Church in Clinton, where she moved her membership and enjoyed a full, active church life. In 1940, a daughter was born to this union, named Arbutus Waldine. Birth injury caused this infant to require 24 hours of constant and loving care until her death at 28 months of age. This period of sadness was followed by much happier times when to this union two healthy children were born, a son, William M. in 1944 and a daughter, Zoe Ann, in 1947. These children provided a very enjoyable, active life for Vera during their years of school, church, and their participation in the various music programs associated with that time in their lives. Vera will be remembered as a superb cook, immaculate housekeeper, and a wonderful wife and mother. Her life, until recent years of failing health and death, at the age of 79 years, on April 22, 1987, was one of love and devotion. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and an infant daughter. Vera is survived by her husband, Edgar, one son and one daughter, several nieces and nephews.

CALLISON, Hildred Roberta WALL
1856-1921
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Hildred Roberta Wall Callison was the daughter of William Jennings and Martha J. Wall. She was born June 1, 1856 in Henry County Missouri, and at the same place departed this life, April 5 1921, Aged 64 years, Ten months and 4 days, and has always lived at this home. She was educated at the Baptist Female College, Lexington, Mo. She was married to John G. Callison May 17, 1877. To this union were born ten children, nine of which survive, a daughter dying in infancy. The children are as follows: G. F. Callison, Leeton, Mo.; J. G. Callison Jr, Leeton, Mo.: Mrs. Chas. Gillian, Warrensburg, Mo.; J. F. Callison, Ramsey, Ill; Frances, Ruth, Will D. and Virginia at home, also 7 grandchildren surviving. She was a Primitive Baptist in faith, altho she was not a member of the church. She has always been a loving faithful companion and devoted mother. A conscientious leader in the home, whose path would never lead astray. Conscious to the last, a heroic life has passed on. Her last words were Don't keep me here longer, let me go home. A woman of quiet dignity, ever courteous and thoughtful of others, and so brave in spite of her suffering she tried to the last to spare her relatives and friends the pain of her going. Always so bright and cheerful, glad to see her friends and relatives who came from far and near to see her. She was a faithful wife, always ready to give a loving helpful hand to her husband, and filling every place as a mother to all her children; what greater monument could be erected to her memory. She said only recently that she had lived as long as she had asked to live. Her prayers had been answered in that she had lived to see all her children educated sufficiently to take care of themselves. She was greatly loved in her community in which she lived and leaves many memories of her good deeds which will strengthen the struggling heart for better things. Her very presence was a benediction, and when she passed away it was like the ceasing of exquisite music; its harmonies will not end because she will no longer tred the paths of earth, nor fell her own or others sorrows, but in that better land she will still find comfort in the life whose goodness began on earth. In her footsteps none need fear to walk. There was never a time she was too weary to help others. During the late European war she worked unceasingly with the Red Cross and received a badge of service. The funeral services were conducted at the home, after which the body was laid to rest in the Sardis Cemetery where a short service was conducted by the Eastern Star of which the deceased was an officer and faithful worker. The presence of a large number of relatives and friends is befitting evidence of the love and esteem of the departed.

CALLISON, John Gilespie Jr.
1881-1965
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Tuesday, Aug 10 1965 - John J. Callison, 84, lifelong resident of Leeton, died Aug. 3 in St. Louis, at the home of his son, John Brame Callison. Graveside services were held at the Laurel Oak cemetery, Windsor. Mr. Callison was born near Windsor June 27, 1881. Besides the son survivors are his wife, Mrs. Betty Brame Callison of the home; two brothers, Frank, Leeton, and Will, Smithville; three sisters, Mrs. Virginia Tippe, Muskogee, Okla., Mrs. Francis Hutcherson and Mrs. Ruth Wiley, Windsor.

CALLISON, Maude Viola
1886-1919
Clinton MO - Maude Viola Callison passed away at her home in Tebo township, 3 miles northwest of Calhoun, Mo., March 24, 1919. She had not been strong for several years, although in spite of her weakness she was always industrious and energetic. About five weeks before her death she grew much worse and had been bedfast over three weeks, with a complication of diseases. She was given the most steadfast and the tenderest care during all sickness by her husband, physician and near relatives. Every want of hers was gratified. Maude Viola Callison was born in Johnson county, Mo., near Leeton, March 22, 1886. She grew to womanhod in and near Leeton. She was married May 14th, 1902, to G. F. Callison of Henry county. She leaves two children Genevieve F., 8 years, and Melvin F., 6 years; besides the broken hearted husband. She was a true loving Christian woman; a member of the Baptist church of Leeton. She was also a member of the Eastern Star Chapter, and had filled many offices in that order, having been a delegate to the Grand Chapter, which met in St. Louis in 1917, and which she enjoyed very much and gave a good account of the work done there to her Chapter, on her return. She also organized the Woman's Country Club near Calhoun, which gave the neighbors many social and pleasant gatherings. She had the kiindest and gentlest manner, loving all about her, and setting the example of neighborly kindness. Her home life was sweet and gentle. She was devoted to her family. The funeral services were conducted at her late home near Calhoun, Mo.

CALLISON, Sterling Price
1879-1928
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Henry Co, MO - Sterling P. Callison, of Windsor, shot himself thru the right temple Monday morning, in the Huston Furniture Store. He came into the store about 10 o'clock, and was sitting on a chair near the stove at the rear. While the two employes were dressing the windows, they heard a shot, found Mr. Callison lying on the floor and his chair having fallen over. He had shot himself with a 38 caliber revolver. Dr. Blackmore was immediately summoned, and on his arrival found him lifeless, death having been instantaneous. Dr. Blackmore summoned Coroner W. T. Jennings, who went to Windsor, accompanied by Deputy Sheriff Markle, and held an inquest at the store. The verdict was that Mr. Callison had come to his death by a revolver shot from his own hands. The testimony brought out that the deceased had been despondent over the death of his wife, who passed away about a year ago. Mrs. Callison was Miss Diamond Hudson before their marriage. Mr. Callison was 49 years old, and is survived by three children, the youngest being 12 years of age. He also leaves the following brothers and sisters: Frank and John Callison, of Leeton; Mrs. Lee Riley and Miss Virginia Callison, Sedalia; Mrs. Clyde Hutcherson, on the home place; Mrs. Chas. Gillilan, Warrensburg, Will Callison, Smithville, and Dr. Joe Callison, of Illinois. Deceased was a prominent farmer of the Windsor vicinity until his wife's death, and since then had been selling cars.

CALVERT, Robert R. "Bob"
1944-2020
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Robert R. "Bob" Calvert, 76, of Kansas City, Missouri, formerly of Harrisonville, MO, passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at Redwood of Blue River Nursing Home. He was born on July 26, 1944 to William and Zarilda (Cannady) Calvert in St. Joseph, MO. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Ottawa University in Ottawa, KS after completing an Associate’s degree from Longview Community College. Robert retired as a Senior Production Planner from Honeywell in 1994 after 31 years. Throughout his life, he lived in Shawnee, KS, Belton, Harrisonville, Raytown, and Kansas City, MO. Robert was a Christian and enjoyed attending many different churches throughout his years. Robert was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Dan Calvert; and one sister, Elizabeth Freeman. He is survived by his daughter, Kristin Egbert (Will) of Windsor, MO; his son, Eric Calvert of Atlanta, GA; his 4 grandchildren: Carolyn, Christopher, Caela and Spencer Faber; and three step-grandchildren: Amanda, Jessica, and Trinity Egbert. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, November 4, 2020, at the First Christian Church, Windsor. Burial will be Thursday morning, November 5, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CALVERT, Sterling Samuel
1885-1940
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Southwest Mail & The Weekly Post, Nevada MO, Friday, Feb 16 1940 - Funeral services for Samuel S. Calvert, 54, of Nevada were held Wednesday morning at the Newcomer chapel in Kansas City. A Masonic burial service conducted by Osage Lodge No. 303, A. F. and A. M. of Nevada, and Urich Lodge No. 286, A. F. and A. M. was held at the Norris cemetery near Urich in the afternoon. Mr. Calvert, a lineman for 36 years of the Western Union Telegraph Company, passed away Monday at Research Hospital in Kansas City following an illness of several months. He is survived by his wife and a sister, Mrs. H. J. Kreguer, of Wichita, Kan.

CALVIN, Charles Jr.
1923-1996
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 1996 - Friends here have learned of the death of former resident Charles Calvin, Jr. who died Monday afternoon, September 30, 1996, in Houston, Texas. - Charles Calvin, Junior, beloved husband, father and grandfather, departed this life on September 30, 1996, after a sudden illness. Charles had attended his 1941 class reunion in Clinton on September 14, 1996, and had such a happy time and seemed in good heath. He fell ill the next night with double pneumonia. Charles was born July 24, 1923, in Clinton, the son of late Charles and Hazel Parks Calvin. He graduated from Clinton High School, enlisted in the Army Air Corps the same year, and graduated from Officers Candidate School from Michigan State College. He later was stationed at Randolph Air Field in San Antonio, Texas, and received his Commission and Wings of a pilot at Foster Field in Victoria, Texas. He served as a lieutenant and pilot instructor of the B-25 Billy Mitchell Bomber at Enid, Oklahoma. He received an honorable discharge in 1945 and returned to Clinton and his work at Goss Clothing Company and later was assistant manager of the Clinton Sears Store. Charles was a member of the United Methodist Church of Clinton. On May 26, 1946, he was wed to Lorraine Frazier of Clinton at the First Baptist Church of Clinton. They recently celebrated their golden anniversary. Charles retired from Gulf Supply Company of Beaumont and Houston on May 15, 1986, after 32 years. He was vice president of Traffic and Transportation. He was a member of the Houston Transportation Club, and in retirement he enjoyed trips with friends of many years, golfing and working on his lawn and flowers. Left o mourn his passing are his beloved wife, Lorraine, Houston, Texas; his loving son and daughter-in-law, Van and Jeanne Calvin of Liberty Hill, Texas; his adored grandchildren, Vanessa and Brent Calvin of Liberty Hill of whom he was so proud; brother, Harold Calvin of Golden; one aunt, Mrs. Evelyn Parks of Clinton; one uncle, Roland Shafts of Woodward, Oklahoma; one niece and three nephews; five cousins and many dear friends throughout Texas, Missouri and many other states. Funeral services for Charles were held at the Howard-Glendale Chapel in Houston at noon on Thursday, October 3. A graveside service was held at the Liberty Hill, Texas Cemetery on October 4. Relatives attending were Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Loyd of Mt. Ida, Arkansas; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Herbert of Dallas, Texas, and Steve Loyd of Lafayette, Louisiana. Charles and Lorraine had resided at 14111 Wadebridge, Houston, Texas, for the past 25 years. He was known to friends and neighbors for his kindness and his willingness to help at all times. His neighbors called him a "guardian angel".

CALVIN, Edward Burnham Rev.
1895-1992
Memorial Park Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - The Rev. Edward Burnham Calvin, 96, south-central Kansas City, a Baptist minister, died May 26, 1992, at Baptist Medical Center. He was a former pastor of First Baptist Church, Clinton. Services were Saturday at the Ruskin Heights Baptist Church; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery, Kansas City. Mr. Calvin retired as pastor of the Trinity Baptist Church, Kansas City, in 1964. Earlier he was pastor of the First Baptist churches in Higginsville and Clinton in Missouri and the Michigan Avenue Baptist Church, Kansas City. He was an interim pastor for 26 churches after he retired. He attended the University of Missouri-Columbia and graduated from the Central Baptist Seminary, Kansas City, Kansas. He was a trustee of Southwest Baptist College, Bolivar. He was a member of the Ruskin Heights Church. He was born in Ashland and moved to the Kansas City area in 1938. Survivors include his wife for 49 years, Ida Marie Calvin of the home; a daughter, Margaretha Rowson, Kansas City; two sons, Carroll Calvin, Tyler, Texas, and Edward L. Calvin, Rock Hill, S.C.; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and a great-great-granddaughter.

CALVIN, Elizabeth BROWN
1867-1961
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, April 1961 - Mrs. James F. Calvin died at 5:43 Thursday evening at Clinton General Hospital after a long illness. She had been a resident of Clinton community many years, her late husband being a farmer before retiring. She had lived recently in the Forrest Nursing Home, 614 South Main St. Born July 16, 1867 at Circleville, Ohio, she was Miss Elizabeth Brown, daughter of George and Sophia Brown. She had been a widow thirty years. Funeral services will be Saturday at Consalus Funeral Home. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery. Surviving are four daughters: Mrs. Jesse Banning, Warsaw, Mrs. Elizabeth McCurdy of Green Ridge, Mrs. R. W. Shafto of Woodward, Oklahoma, and Mrs. C. E. Fullen of Tulsa, Oklahoma; and two sons, Charles Calvin of Texas and Frank Calvin of Warsaw.

CALVIN, Esther Irene PARKS
1900-1962
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Lawrence (Kansas) Journal World, Friday, Nov 16 1962 - Mrs. Esther Irene Calvin, 62, of Clinton, Missouri died Thursday in Lawrence Memorial Hospital. The Rumsey Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Vernon Mott of Route 1, Eudora, two brothers, Glenn Parks of Wellington and Robert Parks of Sedalia, Missouri a sister, Mrs. Charles Calvin of Harlingen, Texas and five grandchildren.

CALVIN, Helen Margaret GOODBRAKE
1904-1983
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Helen Margaret Goodbrake Calvin, 79, of Harrisonville, died Sept 5, 1983, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City. She was born in Lafayette County, MO, between Wellington and Lexington on May 11, 1904, a daughter of Christopher Frederick and Judith Magdalene (Cooke) Goodbrake. After the death of her father in 1913, the family moved to the maternal grandfather's home. In 1919, they moved with their uncle, Fleetwood Cooke, to the New Harmony neighborhood near Clinton. On December 28, 1921, she married William James Calvin. To this union five children were born. Her husband preceded her in death in 1952. She then became employed as a caseworker for the Henry County Welfare Office in Clinton. In 1959, she became the director of welfare for the Cass County Welfare Office and continued in that position until her retirement in 1970. Services were held September 8 at the First Presbyterian Church in Clinton with burial in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CALVIN, James F.
1860-1923
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - James F. Calvin was born August 12th, 1860, in Ireland, and died August 8th, 1923, at 4:30, at his home on East Grand River street of complicated diseases, being 63 years, 11 months and 7 days old. he came to this country when 21 years old and was united in marriage to Miss Elizabeth Brown, at Sedalia, Mo., September 9th, 1885. he made his home near Sedalia and Green Ridge until two years ago, when he with his family, moved to Clinton. he united with the First Presbyterian church at Sedalia, and had lived a faithful, consistent Christian life. To know him was to love him. He was ever ready to speak a kind and comforting word to all about him. He took to his bed October 18th and was never able to leave it. Through all the many months he bore his sufferings, never complaining and with a patience that those who loved him understood. He leaves to mourn, a beloved wife and ten children, all of whom were present at his bedside, namely: Mrs. Anna Farris, Mrs. Mary Banning, Ruby, Lavina, Walter, William Charles, George and Frank Calvin, all of Clinton, and Mrs. George Durrill, of Green Ridge. He also leaves three brothers - William in England, Daniel of Ireland, and Tom of Phillipsburg, Mo. The body was taken to Green Ridge, where funeral services were held at the Congregational church, after which he was laid to rest in the Green Ridge Cemetery. (Note: grave later moved to Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, MO)

CALVIN, Juanita Belle
1925-1928
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, May 1928 - Died From Burns - Juanita Calvin was born March 9, 1925, at Garland, Mo., and died May 16, 1928 at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Calvin, living on East Grand River street. While playing, she was badly burned with hot water. She was tenderly cared for by her father, mother and Miss Mary Johnson, her nurse. Although only three years old, Juanita had endeared herself to many by her bright, sunny disposition. Rev. Wolfe conducted the funeral services at the home Thursday. Four uncles, brothers of her father, acted as pallbearers. She was laid to rest in Englewood beside a baby sister.

CALVIN, Kenneth Leon
1938-1997
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Kenneth Leon Calvin of Blue Springs was born February 18, 1938, in Fulton, the son of Leon D. and Lillie M. (Farrell) Calvin. He died Saturday, January 18, 1887, at his home in Blue Springs, at the age of 58 years and 11 months. On June 20, 1964, he was united in marriage to Patricia Francene Evans in Urich. Kenneth was employed as a truck driver for Clymore Trucking in Independence since 1990 and had earlier been employed at the Coast to Coast Warehouse, Kansas City, for 15 years. He was a member of the Hume Baptist Church and was a 1956 graduate of Hume High School and was a Navy veteran. Kenneth was a member of the Teamsters Local 541, Kansas City, and had lived in Independence before moving to Blue Springs in 1974. He was preceded in death by his father, Leon, on April 9, 1975. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Calvin of the home; his son, Dean Calvin and his wife, Christy, Lee's Summit; his mother, Lillie Calvin, Blue Springs; a brother, Terry Calvin, Blue Springs; a sister, Linda Brown, Lee's Summit; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Tuesday, January 21, at the Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City. Cremation with burial in Urich Cemetery.

CALVIN, Lillie M. FARRELL
1911-2001
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 11 2001 - Lillie M. Calvin was born June 27, 1911, near Hume, daughter of Charles O. and Vera Lavina Shirk Farrell. She passed away March 29, 2001, at St. Mary's Manor in Blue Springs. She married Leon D. Calvin at Worland on November 8, 1936. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Clinton, and a homemaker. She leaves behind one son, Terry Lynn Calvin and wife, Gayl, Blue Springs; one daughter, Linda Kay Brown and husband, Ronald, Butler; one daughter-in-law, Pat Calvin, Blue Springs; two brothers, Wayne Farrell, Colony, Kansas, and Charles Farrell, Raytown; one sister, Ruthe Smith, Nitro, West Virginia; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband; one son, Kenneth L. Calvin, and one brother, Edwin Farrell. Funeral services were held April 2 at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery.

CALVIRD, Charles Agustus Sr.
1854-1936
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Charles A. Calvird, Sr., former judge of the 29th Judicial Circuit died at his home in Clinton, Thursday, April 30. Charles A. Calvird, Sr., was born on a farm in St. Clair county, Mo., April 27, 1854. He received his early education in the country schools of St. Clair county and taught school for three years, studying law while thus engaged. He moved to Clinton in 1872. He was elected in 1910 to the judgship of the 29th Judicial Circuit, comprising the counties of Henry, St. Clair, Bates and Benton. He served on the bench three terms, or eighteen years, retiring in 1928. In 1934 his only son, Charles A. Calvird, Jr., was elected Circuit Judge and he felt a great pride in this honor being given to his son. Judge Calvird is survived by his wife and one son, Charles A. Calvird, Jr., an only daughter, Miss Enid Calvird, died in 1931. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at his home and burial took place in the Clinton cemetery.

CALVIRD, Charles Bascom
1895-1936
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Mar 1936 - Charles B. Calvird Meets Tragic Death By Fire - Cousin of Judge C. A. Calvird, Jr., Was Trapped in Log Cabin at Ellington, Mo., Where He Was Foreman of a CCC Camp - Judge C. A. Calvird, Jr., received the tragic news by phone at 8 a.m. Wednesday of the death of his cousin, Charles B. Calvird, at Ellington, Mo., Deer Run Park, where he was a foreman of the CCC camp. He was trapped in the log cabin, his living quarters, which caught fire and the body was found near the door which it is thought he reached, but was unable to make his escape. The exact time and circumstances were unknown at press time. Mrs. Calvird who had been two weeks with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Gillilan, at Urich, and Mrs. Frank Calvird of the Mount Carmel neighborhood, had left an hour before the message was received to return to Ellington. Her father and Mr. Calvird's mother are both ill and she had been helping care for them. Miss Virginia Calvird, Jud and Virgil Gillilan left about 11 a.m. Wednesday for Ellington, accompanied by the Spore ambulance, to bring the body home. Charles Bascom Calvird was born December 3rd, 1895 on the Calvird farm eight miles west of Clinton, the youngest son of the late Frank Calvird and Annie Boyd Calvird. He was a fine son, reared in the Presbyterian faith, and near twenty years ago married Mamie Gillilan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Gillilan, and established a home on the edge of Bates county, where he was a most successful farmer. Three years ago he became interested in CCC camp work in which he was efficient and able, having served as foreman in camps at Princeton and Salem, Mo., and a year ago was moved to Ellington. He was in line for a superintendent's job at the time of his untimely death. Charles Calvird was a splendid man, of fine physique, handsome, and of affable and pleasant disposition that made him beloved by a host of friends. One of his life long admirers said "He got the most out of life of any man I ever knew". He loved to hunt and his bird dogs were highly bred and of great importance to him. He was a Worthy Mason and an active Democrat, prominent in party politics. Surviving him are his widow, Mrs. Mamie Calvird, his beloved invalid mother, Mrs. Annie Calvird; sisters, Miss Virginia Calvird of the home; Mrs. Nettie Calvird of Clinton and Mrs. Lucy Rogers of Kansas City; brothers, Frank, northeast of LaDue and Samuel Joseph of Stratford, Texas. The body will be laid to rest in Englewood but the funeral arrangements will not be made until the return of his wife and sister from Ellington.

CALVIRD, Enid
1882-1931
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Miss Enid Calvird, daughter of Judge and Mrs. C. A. Calvird, and teacher of history in the Clinton High School for twenty-four years, died at the home of her parents in Clinton Sunday evening, November 22, at half-past nine. Miss Calvird was taken ill October 28. From the first her physicians recognized the serious character of her illness, and Dr. Bohon of Kansas city was called in consultation. He confirmed the fears of the local physicians, but they and her family continued a desperate battle to save her life. A newly discovered serum was ordered from Philadelphia, where it had been used with good results, but its employment during the last week failed to stay the course of Miss Calvird's malady. Miss Enid Calvird was born in Clinton and received her early education in the Clinton elementary and high schools. She was graduated from the high school in 1900 as the salutatorian of her class and spent another year there in post graduate study. In 1901-02 Miss Calvird taught in the Windsor high school. She was elected a teacher in the Clinton schools in 1902, assigned to Jefferson Park, and taught there until the fall of 1907, when she was transferred to the eighth grade room at the old Franklin school. She did not teach a full year in this grade for in January, 1908, she was promoted to the high school faculty, succeeding Miss Maud Owen, as teacher of history. Miss Calvird was a graduate of the University off Chicago and spent last summer in post graduate study there, working on her master's degree. She was a hard worker and a constant student and was an authority in the field of history, which was her specialty and lifelong study. She was recognized as one of the ablest and most valuable of the Clinton teachers. Miss Calvird was esteemed and beloved by her students. They bear testimony that her classes were always interesting. Her wide knowledge, her travels, and her enthusiasm made her department one of the best in the high school for developing a desire for learning and an appreciation of our country, its history, and its institutions. Her students were proud of her ability and scholarship. At the annual school banquets no teacher received a more hearty acclaim than Miss Enid. Miss Calvird was prominent in the social life of the community. She had a happy and sociable disposition and was competent in the conduct and ordering of whatever undertaking she turned her hand to. From the first she had the principal part in the management of the Junior-Senior banquet of the high school. Among her friends and acquaintances Miss Calvird was proverbial as a good daughter and an affectionate sister. Her family feelings were strong, and it was characteristic of her that they were continually expressed by kindly acts and services. The funeral was held at the M. E. Church, South, Tuesday afternoon. Miss Calvird had been ill about three weeks. When she did not make a proper recovery Drs. Walker and Insley called a Kansas City specialist in consultation, who pronounced her illness agionulocytic angina, an infection of the mouth, which is very rare, first reported in medical journals in 1926. He also stated that it had proved fatal to most of its victims, as it destroys the white corpuscles of the blood. The new serum that had recently been developed, was brought by aeroplane, but proved ineffective. Miss Calvird had had exceptionally good health all her life until last year, when she had an attack of influenza. Her recovery was slow and this perhaps weakened her resistance.

CALVIRD, Flavia Ann LINDSAY
1855-1953
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 12 1953 - Mrs. Flavia Calvird Dies At The Age of 98 - She Was Widow Of The Late Judge Chas. Calvird, Sr. - Funeral services for Mrs. Flavia Ann Calvird, 98, prominent and well-known Clinton lady, were held Monday afternoon. Burial was in Englewood cemetery. Mrs. Flavia Ann Calvird, the widow of Charles A. Calvird, Sr., died at Clinton, Missouri, on November 6, 1953. She had recently passed her 98th birthday. Mrs. Calvird was a daughter of James Madison Lindsay and Nancy L. Lindsay. Her father was born in Rockingham County, North Carolina in the year 1817 and her mother, whose maiden name was Nancy C. Stone, was born in the same county on January 27, 1820. Mrs. Calvird's parents were a part of a considerable number of people who came out to Missouri from North Carolina in the year 1839 and settled in Henry County and other counties of Missouri. Her father and his brother, Reuben Taylor Lindsay settled six miles north of Clinton where they patented from the United States Government large tracts of land. It was on the land of her father that Flavia Ann Lindsay was born in September 22, 1855. Here the family lived through the four stormy years of the war between the states. Here Mrs. Calvird spent her childhood. Her father died near the close of the war and she and her mother left the farm in the spring of 1867 and moved to Clinton. There were no public schools in Clinton at that time, but a Miss Marvin conducted a private school on North Washington Street and Mrs. Calvird attended this private school. From 1870 to 1874 she attended Central College, a Methodist school for young women at Lexington, Missouri, where she graduated in the spring of 1874. This school has long since been discontinued. On March 30th, 1881, she was united in marriage with Charles A. Calvird, a young lawyer, who had come to Clinton to engage in the practice of law. Her husband died in April of 1936. To this union were born two children, Enid Calvird, a teacher in the Clinton High School for many years until her death in 1931, and Charles A. Calvird, Jr. a Clinton attorney who survives her. For 80 years Mrs. Calvird lived in one house, her home property at 303 North Second Street, Clinton, Missouri. She was a member of the Methodist Church. Prior to the merger of the three branches of this church Mrs. Calvird had been a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church South, since the reorganization of that church in Clinton, in the year 1867. She was a devout woman, an ardent church worker during her active years, and took a great interest in her church and in its activities. She was a tireless Bible student, read it daily as long as her eyesight permitted, since which time her son has read it aloud to her in its entirety. Until later months as her memory failed, she could repeat from memory many of its chapters. She owned two Bibles of unusual interest by reason of their age, one of which contained the family record extending back to 1767. Mrs. Calvird was the wife and mother of circuit judges. Her husband was judge of the 29th Judicial Circuit of Missouri from 1910 to 1928 and her son was judge of the same circuit from 1935 to 1941. Mrs. Calvird is survived by her son, Charles A. Calvird, two nieces, Mrs. Minnie Kitchen and Mrs. Josephine Hackman, both of Webster Groves, Missouri, and several hundred relatives in Henry and adjoining counties, the descendants of those who, with her parents, came out to settle in Missouri more than a century ago.

CALVIRD, Francis Marion "Frank"
1848-1934
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Death Of Prominent Henry Countian - Frank M. Calvird, a member of one of the oldest and most prominent families in the county, died at the home of his son, Frank L. Calvird, about seven miles southwest of Clinton, at 6 p.m., Sunday. He had been in declining health for some time, and had been bedfast the past six months, following a stroke of paralysis. Frank Marion Calvird, born January 8, 1848, in Kentucky, was the son of Thomas and Elizabeth Peters Calvird, natives of Virginia. The Calvirds came to Missouri in two oxen wagons, when Frank M. was two years old and settled in St. Clair county, where the father died in 1860, leaving six small children. Mrs. Calvird, however, was a brave pioneer woman and set about making her children a home and teaching them the essential knowledge of life. She died in Henry county in 1875. In 1869 Frank M. Calvird left his home in St. Clair and went south where he was engaged in railroading several years. He was employed on the Missouri, Kansas & Texas railroad when it was built and was a pioneer in this work. In 1873 he returned to Henry county, where he began farming and cattle raising. Starting with practically nothing, Mr. Calvird, through industry and business integrity, made a success as a farmer and stockman, owning at his death a 320 acre farm about a mile west of Mt. Carmel. This farm is fertile, well improved and one of the most valuable in the county. The Calvirds were all intelligent people and Frank Calvird was especially talented in mathematics. He was lightning quick in mental calculations and unfailingly accurate. Tursted and liked by everyone, he won the respect of his fellow citizens, who held him in high esteem. Although Mr. Calvird was reared in the teachings of the Methodist Episcopal Church, he was a member of the Presbyterian church at Mt. Carmel. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge at Clinton. Mr. Calvird was united in marriage with Miss Anna Boyd in 1876. She was the daughter of Judge Joseph Boyd, also a prominent pioneer of Henry County. She survives with their six children: Mrs. Nettie Calvird, Clinton; Samuel J., of Texas; Mrs. Lucy Rogers, Kansas City; Frank L. and Miss Virginia, near Clinton; Charles B., Salem, Mo. Also a number of grandchildren and one brother, Judge Charles A. Calvird, of Clinton, who is the last of the six brothers and sisters. Funeral services were Tuesday at Mr. Calvird's late home. The Masons held special services, and burial was in Englewood.

CALVIRD, Jeanette Averill DREIBELBIS
1909-1994
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Jeanette Averill Dreibelbis was born October 4, 1909, in Seneca, the daughter of Charles B. and Archiebald Campbell Dreibelbis. She passed away September 14, 1994, in Lowry City at the age of eighty-four. Jeanette graduated from Southwest Baptist College in Bolivar. She was married to Roy Lee Calvird in 1933. He preceded her in death in 1955. Mrs. Calvird lived in Clinton for many years and was very active in the community. She was a director of the division of Family Services in Clinton and also in Chillicothe. Mrs. Calvird served for a time on the Family Services State Advisory Board. Mrs. Calvird was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton, the golden valley Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, P.E.O. Club, the local D.A.R. Chapter, and the Order of Eastern Star. She was a representative to the Silver-Haired Legislature and she was elected the First Lady of Clinton during the 1986 Sesquicentennial celebration. She is survived by on son Roy Lee Calvird Jr., and daughter-in-law Veda Calvird of Clinton; one niece, Esther Tardino, Clinton; four granddaughters, Tammy Louise Witherspoon, Terri Ann Palmer, Tracy Renee Pennington and Tiffany Lynn Tate; five great-grandchildren, Kellan Ann Palmer, Amber Renee Palmer, Danielle Nicole Pennington, Dakota Lee Calvird and Dalton Rae Tate; and one brother Robert C. Dreibelbis, San Antonio, Tx. She was preceded in death by her husband and a daughter Nancy Ann Calvird, November 19, 1969. Services were Saturday, September 17, 1994, at Consalus Chapel in Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery in Clinton.

CALVIRD, Lula A. ASHLEY
1935-2010
Lula A. Calvird, age 74, of Clinton, MO, passed away on Thursday, September 09, 2010, at home. Lula was born in Tightwad, MO, on December 5, 1935, to Gilbert M. and Anna (Ivy) Ashley. Her parents, her husband William, and a brother, Gene Ashley preceded her in death. After graduating from High School, she married William Henry Calvird on December 31, 1955, in Clinton, MO. Lula was employed as an accountant for South Western Bell Telephone Co. Lula moved to and lived in Overland Park, KS, from 1965 to 1990. She enjoyed colleting thimbles, she loved antiquing, garage sales and auctions, and loved working in the yard. But above all these, she loved and was very close with her son, Christopher, and his family She is survived by: her son, Christopher Calvird and his wife, Darla, and their daughter, Brittney, of Oklahoma City, OK; three sisters, Dorothy Ritchie of Clinton, MO, Kathryn Ashley of Gladstone, MO and Sharon Coffelt and her husband, Dan, of Gladstone, MO; one brother, Silas Ashley and his wife, Saundra, of Liberty, MO and her very dear friends, Anna and John Palmer of Clinton, MO. Funeral services will be Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at Consalus Funeral Home, Clinton, MO. There will be a private family burial.

CALVIRD, Pauline HENNY
1888-1952
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Kansas City Times, Wednesday, Mar 5 1952 - Mrs. Pauline Calvird, 63, of 1124 West Forty First Terrace died yesterday. She had suffered from a heart ailment about three years. Mrs. Calvird was born near Clinton, Mo., and was a resident of Clinton before she moved to Kansas City about four years ago to make her home with a daughter, Mrs. Robert O. Jennings, seventh grade teacher at the Border Star School. In Clinton, Mrs. Calvird was a 4-H club leader many years. She was a member of the First Presbyterian church there. Surviving besides Mrs. Jennings are another daughter, Mrs. Anna Pauline Johnson, 4215 East Thirty-ninth and a son, R. Boyd Calvird, vocational agriculture teacher at Morrisville, MO. Services and burial will be in Clinton.

CALVIRD, R. Boyd
1911-2003
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 3 2003 - R. Boyd Calvird, son of Frank Lee and Pauline (Henry) Calvird, was born July 11, 1911, in Clinton and died at the Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, on September 14, 2003, at the age of 92 years. Boyd was born on a farm seven miles west of Clinton. He was a graduate of Clinton High School. He also graduated from the University of Missouri in 1934. He taught vocational agriculture in the high schools of Dixon, Morrisville, Green Ridge and Windsor, all in Missouri, until his retirement in 1964. He was a Peace Corps instructor at the University of Missouri in 1966. He was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church, Clinton, until his health failed. He was a member of the Windsor Masonic Lodge and the Retired Teachers Association. He was preceded in death by his wife Veda Mason Calvird, in 1973; his parents and two sisters, Anna Thompson and Jane Jennings Felhour. He is survived by his daughter, Anita Pisano and husband Jack, Overland Park, Kansas; two grandchildren, Jack Boyd Pisano of LaCygne, Kansas and Julia Rogers of Larned, Kansas, and two great-grandchildren, Melanie and Meredith Rogers. Graveside services and burial were in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, on Wednesday, September 17.

CALVIRD, Veta P. DAUGHERTY
1941-2001
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 1 2001 - Veta P. Calvird, 59, Clinton, died Tuesday, October 23, 2001, at her home. She was born November 23, 1941, in Clinton, the daughter of Clarence and Pearl Irene Daugherty. On June 7, 1960, she married Roy L. "Buck" Calvird, who preceded her in death. Veta resided around the Clinton community where she was a loving mother and homemaker. She held various occupations, but her favorite was the nursing field, which she did for many years in the Clinton and Warsaw area. Veta always gave her best, and was well respected and loved by all those who knew her. She is survived by four daughters, Tammy Calvird, of the home; Terri Brownsberger, Montrose, and Tracy Burns, of the home; Tiffany Tate of Clinton and her special adopted daughter, Ann Rufenacht of Mt. Zion; three brothers, Frosty Daugherty of Clinton, Jim Daugherty of Clinton and Don Daugherty of Colorado; five grandchildren, Kellan and Amber Palmer, Montrose, Danielle Pennington, Clinton, Dakota Calvird, Clinton, and Dalton Tate of Clinton; many nieces, nephews and an abundance of friends. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Pearl and Clarence Daugherty; her husband, Roy "Buck" Calvird; two brothers, Norman "Nitter" Daugherty and Harold Daugherty.

CALVIRD, William B.
1843-1919
Clinton MO - William B. Calvird, brother of Judge C. A. Calvird, passed away at his home near Neosho, Wednesday night of last week, after being in failing health for some time from complications. Deceased was a native of Kentucky, where he was born November 18, 1843. In 1870, he came to Clinton and engaged in the hotel business, which he continued until he was appointed deputy sheriff in Henry county in 1873. After serving 3 years as such, he was elected sheriff in 1876, after 1 term was re-elected and served until Jan. 1881. From that time he was occupied in the clerical work in the recorder's office until Dec. 1881, when he became bookkeeper and assistant cashier of the Henry County Bank. After the Henry County Bank quit business he went on a farm just north of Clinton, where Millard Lane resides, where he lived until about 15 years ago when he moved to Neosho. He lived on a very attractive farm there and did a dairy business. He was a member of the M. E. church South, and was for many years superintendent of the Sunday school here. He was married April 27, 1867, to Miss Sarah J. Pollard, a native of this State, who survives him, with one son, John Calvird, who lives in Kansas City. He took his sister's children and raised them, when both of their parents died. Those children are: J. H. Price, of Clinton; Anna and Effie, of Chicago and Bob Price, who was just a tiny baby when they took him. He is now a railroad engineer and runs out of Neosho. Judge Calvird was called to the bedside of his brother the day he died and remained until after the funeral, which was conducted last Friday. F. M. Calvird, 10 miles west of Clinton; his granddaughter, Miss Elizabeth Calvird, and his sister, Mrs. Mary Sever, also attended the funeral.

CAMERON, Allen Dwight
1913-1999
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Allen Dwight Cameron, 86, Clinton, died Thursday, July 15 1999, at St Luke's Medical Center in Kansas City. Funeral services were Monday, July 19, at the Consalus Funeral Home, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery. Mr Cameron was born January 20, 1913, near Clinton, to Cecil and Jessie Hazard Cameron. He was a member of Drakes Chapel United Methodist Church and a graduate of Vernon, Texas, High School. On September 20, 1936, he married the former Ethel Burch. She survives of the home. Mr Cameron was employed for over 40 years as a postal carrier with the United States Postal Service. He was also a farmer. Additional survivors include a daughter, Maril Norcross and her husband, Larry, Blairstown; two grandsons, Tracy Norcross and his wife, Lori, Columbia, and Troy Norcross of Indianapolis, Indiana; three great-granddaughters, Abby Norcross, Madeline Norcross and Oliver Norcross, all of Columbia, and several cousins, nieces, nephews and other relatives.

CAMERON, Allen E.
1869-1934
The Daily Olympian Jan 30 1934 - Cameron Funeral To Be Today: Allen E. Cameron, 65, died at St. Peters hospital early Sunday morning after a long illness. Funeral services will be held Warnica's chapel Tuesday afternoon with interment at Masonic cemetery. Although Mr. Cameron had been ill for the past six months he was at his home, 1210 Franklin street, until last week when injuries resulting from a fall placed him in a critical condition. Cameron was born February 11, 1869 in Henry County, Missouri. The family came to Olympia in 1909 and has lived here continuously since that time. Cameron was a carpenter by trade and served four years as deputy assessor with J. H. Gifford. He is survived by the widow, two daughters., Mrs. Neva Cutler and Beulah Cameron; one sister Mrs. Florence E. Herndon; one nephew, Clay Herndon, all of Olympia, and a nephew, Lee Wills of McCleary. Two brothers, Willis P. and Donald, are now living in Missouri. In addition to his membership in Olympia Lodge number 1, Mr. Cameron was a member of the Central Baptist church.

CAMERON, Arthur Wallace
1880-1968
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Jan 17 1968 - Funeral services for Arthur W. Cameron, Clinton, who died Jan 11 at Clinton General Hospital, were conducted Saturday, Jan 13, at Sickman-Dunning Funeral. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery by the side of is life's companion. Arthur W. Cameron was born March 2, 1880, on the farm of his parents, Allen D. and Mary Hine Cameron. He spent his early years there helping with farm work and attending rural schools. He later attended the Morrisville College in southeast Missouri (now discontinued) for two years where he won a scholarship medal for a year. After this he spent two years on the farm with his mother as his father had died when Mr. Cameron was quite a young lad. He then went west for a year, working on the Pacific Coast as a bookkeeper for a lumber year. However, old home surroundings beckoned to him and in 1903 he returned to Henry County to take up farming again. In 1904 he married Miss Hattie Houston of his community. To this union two daughters were born, Miss Lucille, of Clinton, and Evelyn, now Mrs. Parks, of Salina, Kans. Mrs. Cameron died in August of 1943. Mr. Cameron took a great deal of interest in raising beef cattle. He also raised and fattened many hogs and took them to Lewis Station where they were loaded onto the MK&T Railroad cars to be shipped to the St. Louis market. After his wife's death Mr. Cameron remained on the farm two years longer, then due to failing health and scarcity of help, he and his daughter moved to Clinton in the fall of 1945. In his early years he united with Drake's Chapel Methodist Church where he remained a member until moving to Clinton. He was a great lover of the radio Ministry. In the spring of 1966 he married Mrs. Emma Knisely and they made their home at 702 East Ohio Street, Clinton. Mr. Cameron leaves his wife of the home; the two daughters, Miss Lucille and Mrs. Parks; a number of other relatives; and many friends. He was preceded in death by a brother, Cecil D. Cameron, and a sister, Mrs. W. W. (Edity) Gutridge.

CAMERON, Asa William Jr.
1920-2002
Memorial Park Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 8 2002 - Asa William Cameron, Jr., 82, Warrensburg and formerly of Independence, died Friday, February 8, 2002, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg. He was born January 1, 1920, in Deepwater, the son of Asa William Cameron Sr. and Ella Gertrude Martin Cameron. He was an Army veteran of World War II, serving in the European Theatre of operations where he was awarded four Bronze Stars. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, Jack Ray Post No. 5789 and Community of Christ Church in Independence. Survivors include a daughter, Bonnie L. Monroe and husband Steve, Leeton; a stepdaughter, Barbara J. Hallier and husband Paul, Odessa; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; two brothers, Harry C. Cameron Sr., Blue springs, Robert E. Cameron Sr., East Lynne. Funeral services will be Monday, February 11, at Williams Funeral Chapel in Warrensburg. Burial will follow with military honors.

CAMERON, Cecil Dwight
1872-1951
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye Nov 22, 1951: C. D. Cameron Dies; Prominent Henry County Stockman and Farmer Moved To Clinton Three Years Ago; Fractured Hip Two Weeks Past - The worthy life of C. D. Cameron ended at 11:30 a.m. Monday, Nov 19, 1951 leaving his family and loved ones saddened by the separation but with only the happiest most comforting memories of this fine man whose long full life had been exemplary in every detail. Mr. Cameron had not been well the past two years, and the last day of October fell at his home on East Franklin Street, fracturing his hip. He was taken to the General hospital where he had been given every care, but his strength was so reduced and resistance to weakened that medical aid was of little avail. Cecil Dwight Cameron, son of Allen Delos and Mary Hine Cameron, was born May 28, 1872, seven miles northeast of Clinton. There he was reared with six brothers and sisters in the careful nurture of a devout Methodist home and with a love of the land and a skill with livestock that was destined to make him one of the leading agriculturists and Shorthorn breeders of Henry county. As a boy he attended the Lewis School and later went to Warrensburg where he studied at the old Normal. Early in life, too, he became a member of the Drakes Chapel congregation where his membership remained. He served his church in many capacities during the years being Sunday School superintendent, a steward and trustee, valued by the congregation, neighbors and friends for the fine and stalwart character he was, whose honor was above reproach and whose integrity was beyond question. His dealing with all men was fair and just and his word was authority and always kind. He was the type of man in whom the simple attribute of worth and true nobility of character flourished to full flower and he enjoyed the respect and love of all who knew him. Mr. Cameron lost his father as a boy of 12 and on his young shoulders fell the responsibility of managing the farm and looking after the family. He was never known to slight a hard task in fact, he embraced it, and proved himself to be a genius with livestock and the land. Fine horses were his interest, second only to the Shorthorn cattle he raised, and success crowned his effort. Dec 28, 1898 Miss Jessie Hazard became his wife and they established their home just across the road from her husband's birthplace. Four sons were born to their happy union. Hine, now of Maryville; Howard, Kansas City, John, Clay Center Kan.; and Dwight the only one who has his father's love for farming. He now resides near the old home. The sons survive with their mother. Also five grandchildren, who were Mr. Cameron's great comfort and pleasure. Funeral services will be Wednesday afternoon at Drakes Chapel. The body will be laid to rest in Drake's Chapel Cemetery.

CAMERON, Clint David
1988-1992
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Clint David Cameron, son of David and Janice Cameron, was born January 24, 1988 in Kansas City. He passed away March 23, 1992 at Children's Mercy Hospital due to complications from tonsillectomy surgery. Clint attended Share and Care for Special needs pre-school last summer. At the time of his death he was attending Clinton Public School. Survivors include his parents David and Janice of the home; one brother, Michael of the home; maternal grandparents, Pete and Helen Carneal, Blairstown; and paternal grandparents, Clyde and Wreatha Cameron, Clinton. Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 25, at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

CAMERON, Clyde Douglas
1926-2006
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 6 2006 - Clyde Douglas Cameron died Monday, January 23, 2006, at Golden Valley Hospital. He passed peacefully with his family at his side after a long battle with cancer. Clyde was born on May 20, 1926, in Calhoun, to Donald and Sarah (Moore) Cameron. He graduated from Calhoun High School in 1943, where he played basketball throughout his high school career. Clyde served his country in World War II in the South Pacific as part of the 1st Calvary, from 1944-1946. Upon returning he attended Stevinson Auto and Electrical School in Kansas City. He took his knowledge of the electrical trade and opened Cameron Electrical Service in 1950. Clyde, along with his son David, served the electrical needs of Clinton and surrounding areas until his passing. In 1950, Clyde married the love of his life Wreatha Skaggs. To this union, three sons were born, Richard Douglas, David Lee and Roger Kent. He was a member of the VFW Post #1894, the American Legion Post #14 and the First Baptist Church of Clinton. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Thelma; brothers, James, Kenneth and Raymond, and grandson, Clint. Clyde is survived by h is devoted wife of 55 years, Wreatha; sons, Richard and his wife Ella, Freeman, David and his wife Janice, Clinton, and Roger and his wife Alice, Clinton. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, Cari Vaughn and her husband Bob, Mike, Tim and his wife Jessie, Keith, Casi, Alex, Candi, Chloe and Cati, and three great-grandsons, Billy and Damieyon Cameron and Justin Vaughn. He is also survived by his sister, Irene White, Grandview, and many other family members and friends. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Thursday, January 26. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CAMERON, Donald L.
1877-1957
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye - Funeral Services for Donald Cameron, 79, of 303 East Elm, who died April 6 at the General Hospital after a short illness were conducted April 8, 1957 at the Vansant Funeral Home, with interment in Englewood Cemetery. Donald Cameron, the last of seven children of James M. and Elmira Cameron, was born September 20, 1877, at the family home east of Quarles. There he grew to manhood and on April 19, 1909, married Sarah E. Moore to which union six children were born. Two sons, Donald Kenneth and Raymond Lee, preceded him in death. As a young man, Mr. Cameron attended the Warrensburg (MO) State Normal, now known as Central Missouri State College, completing his elementary English course on June 18, 1898, with a high scholarship standing. Later, on September 20, 1899, he received his Masters of Accounts Degree form the Gem City Business College at Quincy, Illinois. He taught school for a short period then returned to the farm to assist his aging father. Continuing farming as a chosen career, Mr. Cameron and his bride, after their marriage, lived east of Quarles for a time, then later on their farm near Chalybeate Springs. In 1945 Mr. Cameron retired and he and his wife moved to Clinton. For the past six years they have resided at their present home. Mr. Cameron was a devoted husband and father and dearly loved his grandchildren. He was also a loyal faithful friend. Surviving are the wife of the home; two daughters, Mrs. Thelma Coskey and Mrs. Irene White of Grandview, Mo., two sons, James E., Bedford, Ind. and Clyde D. Cameron, Clinton. Nine grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.

CAMERON, Ethel Audra BURCH
1910-2000
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 2 2000 - Ethel Audra Cameron, 89, died on May 24, 2000, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. She was born September 20, 1910, in Henry County, the daughter of Homer Webster and Grace Maude Combs Burch. After she graduated from Clinton High School in 1929 and completed teacher's training, she taught in several one-room country schools. She liked to remind her family how she walked through the snow for miles, built the fire in the wood stove to warm the school room, did all the janitor work and taught eight grades for $35 a month. In later years, it wasn't unusual for Ethel to receive visits and phone calls from former pupils. In 1936, Ethel retired from teaching and married Allen Dwight Cameron. To this union one daughter, Maril Rae was born. Ethel was a natural born homemaker and as long as she was able she put on a big garden, canned all summer, made nice clothes for herself and Maril, and kept a spotless house. Religion was very important to her. She was active in WSCS - now UMW. She held a district office and was willing to help in any way. After moving to Clinton in 1960, she joined the Junior Poly Credo Bible Club. The friends she had in both organizations were special to her. She attended Drakes Chapel Methodist Church her entire life and never wanted to miss a Sunday. After Dwight stopped driving she was always so happy when Susan, Renee or Crystal would drive them to church. Even though she had braces on her legs and used a walker, she was always ready to go to Drakes Chapel. Ethel was so proud of her grandchildren. When Troy and Tracy would visit her as children she played with them for hours and rarely missed sending them home with homemade cookies. Later she loved seeing her great great-granddaughters. She insisted on having them placed in her lap so she could hug them and read stories. She kept little books in a drawer by her chair just for that purpose. In the last few years, caregivers Lorraine Rattiff, Susan Ebeling (Kemper), Sharon Camden, Anita Slocum, Jane Greer, Louise Johnson and Cindy Dodd added sunshine to her life. After Dwight's death in July 1999, Ethel decided to move to Clinton Residential Care Center. She loved it there and made many friends. She continued to attend church regularly, accompanied by caregivers Lorraine, Jane, Louise and Cindy. However, she reached the point where she couldn't walk any longer, so she moved to Clinton Healthcare in February 2000. Preceding her in death were her parents; a brother, Marvin Burch, and her husband, Dwight. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Maril and Larry Norcross, Blairstown; two grandsons, Troy Norcross, Campbell, California, and Tracy Norcross and wife Lori, St. Joseph; three great-granddaughters, Abby, Madeline and Olivia Norcross, St. Joseph; plus a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held May 26 at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

CAMERON, James Monroe
1835-1903
Brown Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton, Missouri, Nov 21 1903 - Death has again visited our vicinity and claimed for its victim James Monroe Cameron, a highly respected citizen, a devoted companion and a kind and loving father. All that loving hands and skilled physicians could do was done to prolong life, but god's will, not ours, be done. Oh, it is sad to stand by the bedside of one whose kind hands have often ministered to our personal comforts and necessities, whose tender voice has given us words of love and counsel, which have cheered and blessed us as we traveled the rough pathway of life. We must say farewell for the soul of this dear one is about to depart the flame of life which burned so brilliant in the past and manifested itself in a thousand loving deeds is reduced to a spark and apparently is about to expire to go out into the beyond. No more shall our hearts beat with pleasure at the sound of that dear voice, no more we feel the touch of those dear hands in kind assistance of loving caress. The subject of this sketch was a sufferer for years with asthma, finally terminating into that fatal disease, consumption. Although he suffered a great deal during his sickness he was not heard to complain. He was a member of the M. E. Church, a sincere Christian his last words on the subject of dying were I have no fears for the future, it is all right. Death brings sadness and gloom over our home but the gloom is brightened and sadness removed to a great degree when we realize that there is hope in the promises of god. But still the days are dark and lonely for those who are left behind. He came to Iowa in 1856 from Iowa to Mo. In the year of 1858 returning to Iowa in 1861 where he was married to Miss Elmira Cameron. He returned to Mo. With his wife and two children in 1866, moving to his later residence in 1870. To this union were born 5 boys and 2 girls, all living but one boy, who died . Clyde living in Pueblo, Colo., Willis, near Lewis station, Allen, when last heard from was near British Columbia, Mrs. W. T. Runner, of Quarles, and Florence and Donald at home with their mother. He also leaves two sisters and one brother out of a family of 9 children to mourn this loss. Monday, Nov. 16, the funeral services were conducted at the family residence, after which he was laid to rest in the Brown Cemetery, near his home. - Another Clipping: Funeral services were conducted at the family residence Monday, November 16. for James Monroe Cameron, a highly respected citizen, who died Nov. 14, 1903, age 68. He was born near Peterborough, New York, August 9, 1835. came to Iowa in 1856 from Iowa to Mo. in 1858 returned to Iowa in 1861, where he married Miss Elmira Cameron. Returned to Mo. with his wife and two children in 1866, moving to his late residence in 1870. They had 7 children, five boys and two girls, all living but one boy who died in infancy. Clyde, living in Pueblo, Colorado; Willis, near Lewis Station; Allen, when last heard from was near British Columbia; Mrs. W. T. Runner of Quarles, and Florence and Donald at home with their mother. Also leaves two sisters and one brother, out of a family of nine children to mourn his loss.

CAMERON, Jessie HAZARD
1880-1972
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Oct 30 1972 - Mrs. Jessie Hazard Cameron was born December 28, 1880 in Campbellsville, KY to William M. and Sarah Catherine Sacra Hazard. She came to Missouri as a young girl with her parents who settled in Henry County near Appleton City. On December 28, she was married to Cecil D. Cameron. They made their home on a farm seven miles northeast of Clinton until 1848 when they moved to Clinton. Four sons were born to this union. Hine C. Cameron of Maryville, MO; Howard P. Cameron of Kansas City, MO; John W. Cameron, who preceded her in death; and Dwight Cameron of Clinton. Mrs. Cameron was a member of Drakes Chapel United Methodist Church where she was active in various church actives. She was also active in other women's organizations. Mrs. Cameron departed this life on October 18, 1972 at 91 years of age. In addition to the three sons, she is survived by a brother, Robert Hazard of Vernon, Texas; a sister, Mrs. J. H. (Irene) Hule of Vernon, Texas; four granddaughters, nine great-grandsons, and a host of friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 21, 1972 at Drakes Chapel Methodist Church. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery in Clinton.

CAMERON, Nell IRWIN
1903-1996
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Nell Irwin Cameron, 93, south Kansas City, died Friday, December 6, 1996, at her home. Funeral services will be Tuesday, December 10, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 40th at Main, Kansas City. Graveside services will be Tuesday at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Mrs. Cameron was born in Warrensburg. She graduated from Warrensburg High School and Huff Business College of Kansas City. She was the personal secretary to Herbert W. Woolf, president of Woolf Brothers, from 1923 to 1928. Mrs. Cameron was a longtime member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church and treasurer of the Friday Guild. She was a member of the St. Luke's Hospital Auxiliary and the Nearly New Shop. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard P. Cameron, an attorney and vice president and trust officer of Commerce Bank, Kansas City. She is survived by a daughter, Patricia Hass and son-in-law, Frank Hass, Overland Park, Kansas; a grandson, David Hass, and a great-grandson, Mark Hass, Santa Monica, Ca. She is also survived by a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Dwight and Ethel Cameron, Clinton, and two other sisters-in-law, Gerry Cameron, Topeka, Ks., and May Irwin, Rockaway Beach, Or. Arrangements were under the direction of D. W. Newcomer's Sons Stine and McClure Chapel.

CAMERON, Otis Wesley
1927-1996
Osceola Cemetery, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Otis Wesley Cameron, 68, a resident of Graysville, died Sunday morning, March 31, 1996, at his home. He was born July 6, 1927, at Osceola, the son of Sherman and Cora Schaffer Cameron. He was united in marriage to Pat Cameron and six children were born to this union, Becky Powell of Osceola, Rita Jo Cameron, Clinton, Lou Ann Cameron, Kansas City, Robert Otis Cameron, Kansas City, Cindy Cameron, Kansas City, and Charles Cameron, Osceola. He was later united in marriage to Sharon Marie Hookham of Greely, Colorado, on July 19, 1970, and to this union two children were born, Kenneth Lee Cameron, Livonia, and Brenda Marie Cameron of Clinton. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; one brother, Sherman Cameron of Farmington, and one sister, Pearl Shipley of Elm Springs, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Charles Cameron. He was raised in Osceola and later lived in Kansas City, Kansas, Nebraska and Iowa. He had worked construction, farming and other various jobs. He enjoyed gardening, fishing and other outdoor activities. Graveside services will be Thursday, April 4, at the Osceola Cemetery.

CAMERON, Sarah Elizabeth MOORE
1889-1971
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Funeral services for Sarah E. Cameron, 82, were held August 13, 1971 at Sickman and Dunning Funeral Home, with burial in Englewood Cemetery. Mrs. Cameron passed away August 11, 1971 at the Johnson County Hospital in Warrensburg Medical and Nursing Center since March 15 after re-breaking her hip and having major surgery. Mrs. Cameron was the wife of the late Donald Cameron who preceded her in death in 1957. They were married in 1909. Mrs. Cameron's parents were the late Douglas P. Moore and Leona Ford Moore. She was born on March 31, 1889 near Shawnee Mound. Preceding her in death besides her husband and parents, were two sons, Donald Kenneth and Raymond Lee, two sisters and a brother. Surviving are two sons, James E. of Avaco, Indiana and Clyde D. of Clinton; two daughters, Mrs. Irene White of Grandview, Mo. and Mrs. Thelma Coskey of Wheatridge, Colo., a brother Noah Moore and a sister Martha McGuire both of New Mexico; ten grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

CAMERON, Sherman Lee
1932-2007
Clinton MO - Sherman Lee Cameron, age 75 of Windsor, Missouri passed away Sunday, December 30, 2007 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, Missouri. Sherman was born in Osceola, Missouri. He was an Army veteran. He was a custodian for the Windsor Senior Center. He was a member of the the American Legion in Windsor. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sherman L. and Cora Schaffer Cameron and two brothers, Otis Cameron and Charles Cameron. He is survived by his wife, Sharon of the home; four sons, Steven Cameron, Danny Cameron, Robert Cameron and Donald Cameron all of Cole Camp, Missouri; three daughters, Sandy and Linda both of Cole Camp, Missouri and Sharon of Warsaw, Missouri; one sister, Pearl Shipley of Joplin, Missouri and a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren; two step children, Kenneth Cameron and wife, Heather and their three children of Knobnoster, Missouri and Brenda Grubb and husband, Mike of Lowry City, Missouri as well as a number of other relatives and friends.

CAMERON, Thelma Leora PHILLIPS
1914-2006
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 30 2006 - Thelma Leora "Grandma" Cameron, 91, died Wednesday, March 29, 2006, at her home in Clinton. Survivors include two daughters, Betty Sanders and husband Bill, Clinton, Patricia Auberry and husband Bill, Cleveland, Tennessee; six grandchildren, Pat Rea of Adrian, Larry Lawrence of Arkansas, Lynne Blevins, Ernest Redford and Karen Henson, all of Clinton, Alicia Auberry of Cleveland, Tennessee; one brother J. W. Lyle Phillips of Clinton; sisters-in-law, Lorene and Roseann Phillips of Clinton; brothers-in-law, Bobby Cameron of East Lynne and Harry Cameron of Blue Springs, as well as 14 great-grandchildren and several step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Thelma Leora Cameron was born December 5, 1914, to E. C. Earl and Laura Belle Smith-Phillips in Warrensburg. She married Ernest Cameron April 4, 1942, in Indianapolis. He died in January 1968. Funeral services will be Friday, March 31, at Sickman-Dunning Funeral Home. Interment will be in Englewood Cemetery.

CAMERON, Willis Pratt
1864-1936
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Willis Pratt Cameron, son of Elmira J. and James M. Cameron, was born August 21, 1864, near Farmington, Iowa, and died August 26, 1936, at his home, near Deepwater. August 21, the 72nd anniversary of his birth, he suffered a stroke of apoplexy from which he never rallied. At the age of two, his parents brought him to Henry County, Missouri, the journey being made in a covered wagon and requiring two weeks. The remainder of his life was spent in this county, with the exception of six years in New York and two years in Kansas. While in New York he attended school at Asanovia Seminary and upon returning to Missouri taught in the rural schools for six years. He was a great reader and until the last three years had taken much interest in the affairs of the day. He was greatly devoted to his home and stayed near it at all times. March 6, 1889, he was united in marriage with Mary E. Kimes, near Clinton. She and their only daughter, now Mrs. W. H. Rusk, survive. Also surviving are one brother, Donald Cameron, near Calhoun. He made a confession of his faith in Christ when a young man but never united with a church. He was a regular church attendant for many years, the Methodist denomination being his choice. Funeral services were conducted Friday at the Presbyterian Church in Deepwater. Interment was in Englewood. The Wilkinson funeral service was in charge.

CAMPBELL, Ada
1901-1993
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ms. Ada Campbell, 92, died Thursday, June 3, at Carroll County Hospital in Carrollton. Among her survivors is Nadine Irvin of Clinton. Funeral services will be Sunday, June 6, at Gibson-Rice Funeral Home in Carrollton.

CAMPBELL, Adda Frances VANDERBURG
1924-2014
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Adda Frances Campbell, 89, of Clinton, Missouri died Monday evening, November 17, 2014 at her home. She was born November 20, 1924 in Clinton, Mo., the daughter of James Azro Vanderburg and Mary Margaret (Long) Vanderburg. She married Bobbie Lee Campbell on January 12, 1943. He preceded her in death November 16, 1990. Adda was employed with the Clinton School District as a cook for ten years and volunteered at the Thrift Store for twenty-three years. She was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church, where she was a Sunday School teacher and worked in the nursery. She loved her church and her church family. Adda enjoyed gardening, reading, and was a dog lover. Surviving are four sons, Bob Campbell and wife Mary of Lowden, Iowa, Doug Campbell and wife Barbara of Overland Park, Kansas, John Campbell and wife Vicki of Clinton, Mo., and Brian Campbell and wife Ruth of Osceola, Mo.; three daughters, Janice Jarvis and husband John of Windsor, Mo., Darlene Glaspy of Clinton, Mo., and Lori Mock and husband Jeff of Blue Springs, Mo.; twenty-two grandchildren; fifty-three great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and her furry companions, Lady and Danny. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers; six sisters; and a son-in-law, Dr. Clint Glaspy. Funeral services will be Friday, November 21, 2014 at the Northeast Baptist Church, 7th and Lincoln Streets, Clinton, Mo. Burial will be in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CAMPBELL, Albert Herschell
1878-1961
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich-Montrose Herald Tidings, Oct 6 1961 - Last rites for A. H. Campbell, 82, Deepwater, who died Sept. 29 at Clinton General Hospital, were conducted Oct. 1 at the Deepwater, Mo., Christian Church. Burial was in Deepwater Cemetery under the direction of Sickman-Dunning Funeral Home. Albert Herschell Campbell, one of 10 children of Joseph and Martha Vincent Campbell, was born Nov. 1, 1878, at Washington Courthouse, Ohio. He came to Missouri with his parents at the age of four years, and spent his childhood on a farm near Raymore. He had an interesting early life as he watched the middlewest, including Oklahoma Territory, develop while he was employed with the railroad throughout the southwest. Later he learned the barber trade, and in 1903 moved to Deepwater to enter the barber business and continued for 44 years. On Jan. 24, 1906, at Joplin, Mo., he married Nellie Blanche Dauwalter, Deepwater. To this union were born four children, two of whom preceded him in death, Anona Evelyn who died in infancy and Cyril Eugene, in May, 1947. He leaves his wife of the home, two sons, J. C., Kansas City, and Glenn, Montrose; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a brother, Arch, Kansas City; two sisters, Mrs. Ruth Baird and Mrs. Elizabeth Hodkins, Independence. He accepted Christ in 1911 uniting with the Christian Church of Deepwater, where his wife was a member. The remainder of his life he was a Christian example. He taught a young men's class for many years, and up until the past year taught the adult class. He was an Elder in the church. He had a keen interest in civic affairs and during the years he had served as city collector, alderman, and Justice of the Peace. He was a devoted husband and a kind and generous father; a true Christian whose influence will be felt for many years among his children and those who knew him.

CAMPBELL, Alfred W. "Allie"
1865-1908
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Allie W. Campbell died at his home on North Main Street at 12:40 a.m. Sunday, aged 43, at the zenith of manhood, loved and respected, taken in his prime from his wife and beautiful children - Allison near eight, whom a merciful providence snatched from almost certain death from an accident last spring, and the pretty little 2-year old Helen who will never realize a father's love and care. The loss also falls heavily on his foster sister Mrs. Hettie Treadway, a widow to whom he was caretaker for herself and the children for 12 years. Ernie Campbell, an only brother is cashier for the Missouri Pacific Shops at Sedalia. Allie was born in Ripley, Ohio and came with his parents, who went to the better land 12 years ago, and foster sister, who died about four years ago, and located on a farm near Ladue, but they have lived in Clinton 30 years. He married Mary Allison October 14, 1897. They have legions of social friends and were much in demand for their rare musical talents. His illness had been making slow and insidious progress, for months hardly noticed by his nearest friends, as he looked well. About one month ago, he yielded to the solicitation of his friends and accompanied John Hinkle and wife to their home in New Mexico but grew worse and came home to die. Mr. Campbell was a Mason, Elk, K.P. and Modern Woodman and his funeral, at the Baptist Church, was one of the largest ever held in Clinton.

CAMPBELL, Almeta "Allie" BROWN
1872-1936
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Chas. T. Campbell, who spent her life in the Montrose community, died Friday, March 27, following a brief illness caused by a nervous breakdown. She had been in bed about a week before her death. Apparently she had never completely recovered from a fall last winter that resulted in a broken collar bone, but up to a week before her death she assisted her husband in their store. Almeta Brown, daughter of the late M. V. and Helen Cecil Brown, was born February 10, 1872, at the old farm home near Montrose, where she spent her early life. After attending the rural school, she attended the Academy at Appleton City, Cottey College, Nevada, and Stephens College, Columbia. She was converted in early life and became a member of the old Mt. Hope church near her home. she remained devoted to the church and loyal to its ministers through all her life and was a valued worker in the Cumberland church in Montrose. She was also a loyal member of the Order of Eastern Star and gave freely of her time to the Red Cross and other charitable organizations. On December 1, 1910, she was united in marriage to Chas. T. Campbell. Theirs was a happy and congenial life together, being devoted companions both in business and pleasure. She is survived by her husband and stepson Willard, who was only four years old at the time of her marriage. To him she gave the love and devotion of an own mother. Her great desire was to visit his wife and little granddaughter in his home in Los Angeles. She is survived also by the following brothers: Ernie, Charles and Harry Brown and one sister, Mrs. Helen Dugan, in whose welfare she was always interested. She lived a true Christian life and by her many acts of kindness endeared herself to all who knew her. The funeral was held at the Presbyterian church in Montrose, Sunday. Burial was in Montrose cemetery.

CAMPBELL, Andrew J.
1829-1897
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Nov 20 1897 - Another pioneer has gone away, called to that home beyond where there is no sickness, no pain, no sorrow. A. J. Campbell, so well known in this city and county, breathed his last Friday morning at six o'clock, being ill only a few days with a complication of diseases. He was a grand, good man and one of the best musicians in the county. Born in Maysville, Ky. Feb. 22, 1829. He leaves two sons, Allie and Ernest Campbell, and an adopted daughter, Mrs. Hattie Treadway. The funeral will be at her residence, between Main and Second Streets, after which the remains will be taken to Englewood.

CAMPBELL, Anita Ruth STEINCROSS
1908-2004
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 8 2004 - Anita Ruth Campbell, 96, Windsor, died Friday morning, September 3, 2004, at the Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. She was born August 7, 1908, in Harwood, the daughter of George Steincross and Nellie Mae (Charles) Steincross. On April 15, 1930, she married Benjamin Marion Campbell, Jr., who preceded her in death June 5, 1958. Mrs. Campbell was a sorority house mother at various universities in Nebraska, Maryland, Arizona and at SMU, Dallas, Texas, retiring in 1973 and moving back to Windsor. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star and a member of the Windsor United Methodist church for 63 years. Survivors include her son and wife, Ben G. Campbell and Glenda, Dallas, Texas; six grandchildren, Deborah Elizabeth Keitz, Austin, Texas, Mary Katherine Mitchell and husband Scott, Atlanta, Georgia, John Christopher Campbell and wife Carol, Dallas, Texas, Jeffrey Clark Campbell and twins, Jay Benjamin Campbell and Gay Ann Campbell, all of Dallas, Texas; nine great-grandchildren; three sisters, Frances McKelvey and husband Jay, Lincoln, Nebraska, Georgia Mae Weber, Eston, Pennsylvania, and Hazel Johnston, Davenport, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother Gentry Steincross; three sisters, Zola Mayberry, Tempy and Evelyn Steincross. Graveside services will be Thursday, September 9, at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CAMPBELL, Auda
1909-2002
Chilhowee Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 3 2002 - Auda Campbell was born March 27, 1909, at Macks Creek, son of Christopher and Lula Eldridge Campbell. He died May 20, 2002, at Warrensburg Manor Care Center. He married the former Flossie Baker in 1934. She preceded him in death January 19, 1991. He had lived in the Chilhowee area since 1946. He was a member of the Chilhowee Baptist Church. He was a farmer, co-owned and operated, along with his son, Dean, Campbell Implement of Chilhowee. His parents and one grandson also preceded him in death. Survivors include one son, Dean Campbell, Chilhowee; two daughters, Jean Wharton, Chilhowee, and Wanda Knoles, Raytown; one sister, Gertha Marchack, Warrensburg; seven grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held May 22 at the Chilhowee Baptist Church. Burial was in Chilhowee Cemetery.

CAMPBELL, Benjamin Alexander
1874-1932
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Sep 1932 - Benjamin Alexander Campbell passed away at his apartment in the South Shore Country Club, in Chicago, September (note: believe it should be August) 24, after an illness of two weeks. He underwent an operation nearly a year ago for a malignant condition. Throughout the weary days of sickness he was cared for by Miss Florence Clark, who not only gave him the care of a registered nurse but that of a relative, kindly and considerate of his every need, and to whom the other surviving relatives are grateful. Benjamin Campbell was the second son of the late Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Campbell. He was born in Mt. Sterling, Ill., August 7, 1874, and came with his parents to Missouri. He grew to splendid manhood in Henry county, lived on the parental farm here, 4 miles east of Clinton, attended the public schools and the old Lamkin academy in Clinton. He made splendid progress in his education, attended the University of Chicago and graduated in law. Several years he practiced general law in Chicago then became the legal advisor for the Ludowici Celeabon Imperial Tile Roofing Company. He served in this capacity for more than a quarter of a century. In addition to his profession as attorney, Mr. Campbell filled many niches in social organizations. He, with his pleasant and compelling personality, was in demand for he made the study of the highest arts, music, literature, etc., a vital part of his life and was a member of the Chicago Bar Association; Chicago Historical Society; Chicago Council on Foreign Relations and the Isaac Walton League. He was a 32nd. degree Scottish Rite Mason, and belonged to the Medinah Temple Shrine, also was past patron of the Order of the Eastern Star. He held a life membership in the Chicago Art Institute. June 15, 1904, Benjamin Campbell married Pearl Cheatham, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Claude Cheatham east of Clinton, and for twenty years had a happy married life, then she was carried to the great Beyond in 1924. The death of his wife was, to him, a crushing blow. They were sweethearts to the end, and while Ben Campbell bore his great sorrow in silence, his close friends knew of his great grief. He lived at the South Shore Country Club, one of the most beautiful club houses in the world. Here he was surrounded by beautiful works of art, flowers and trees, all of which he loved. He spent many hours in the library, for he was a great reader. He bought and read many books and passed them on to his family and friends with many of his own comments written on the margins, so that it added to one's pleasure to read a book he had read. He was an interesting conversationalist because he was so well informed and broad in his views. He possessed a ready wit that was delightful, because it was never caustic or biting. He was a genial host and enjoyed entertaining his many friends. He was always thoughtful and considerate of others. His remarks were always kind. He was in every sense a Christian gentleman. People who honored Ben Campbell, honored themselves. Ben Campbell was a brilliant and highly successful lawyer. His work as a lawyer took him into many parts of the United States so that he was familiar not only with the conditions existing in the great city of Chicago, but also knew of his own country. Mr. Campbell spent last winter in Florida in hope of aiding his physical recovery, and it seemed that he imbibed some of its eternal sunshine into his spirit which he shared with a great number of friends who, in his last illness, showed their appreciation of him in the mass of lowers ever present in his room. His lips spoke jestingly, despite the fact that he knew his life on earth was to be but a short time, and never a moment did he let relatives know that he knew this. In May he returned to Chicago and in June came to visit his sisters here, and his brother in Sedalia, but on account of the extreme heat, had to return to his home. Every effort was made to notify a brother in California of Mr. Campbell's serious condition, but he was on an automobile tour and could not be located. Dr. Campbell of Sedalia, was at his brother's bedside part of the time. A brief funeral service was conducted in Chicago before Mrs. J. D. Burris, who had been there the last two weeks previous to his death, returned to Clinton, bringing the body of her brother. Services were conducted Friday afternoon at the Christian church and interment made in Englewood cemetery with a Masonic ceremony. The deceased leaves two brothers and two sisters, Lee Campbell, an architect in Los Angeles, Cal.; Dr. A. J. Campbell, Sedalia; Mrs. John D. Burris and Mrs. Uel Shobe of Clinton. One brother Dr. W. R. Campbell died in 1923.

CAMPBELL, Blanche Fanny ATTEBERY
1906-2000
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 9 2000 - Blanche Campbell, daughter of James Walter and Sarah Anna (Ward) Attebery, was born May 12, 1906, in St. Clair County, and died at the Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Clinton, on July 19, 2000, at the age of 94 years. Blanche lived most of her life in the Clinton area. She married William H. Campbell who preceded her in death on May 18, 1975. She worked for the Clinton Nursing Home before she retired. She was a member of the First Christian Church, Clinton. She was preceded in death by her husband, William; her parents; one brother, Walter W. Attebery; three sisters, Esther Bauer, Mildred Davis and Nina Crouch. She is survived by one son, Charles William Campbell and wife, Carolyn, Sparks, Nevada; two daughters, Elizabeth Dunning and husband, R. L., and Donna Millam and husband, George, all of Clinton, as well as 11 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and 19 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Friday, July 21. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CAMPBELL, Cecil "C.J."
1932-1999
Independence Examiner, Dec 5 1999 - Cecil "C.J." Campbell, 67, Independence, MO. died Friday, December 3, 1999, at his home. Cremation. Services will be held Monday, December 6, at St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 4000 Lee's Summit Rd., Independence, Mo. Cecil was born January 15, 1932, in Malta Bend, MO. He was a graduate of Waverly High School. Cecil was a veteran of the Korean War serving in the Special Services. He retired from TWA after 25 years of service, and was an established sign painter since he was 18 years old. Cecil was preceded in death by his father, Joseph F. Campbell, in 1978. Survivors include his wife, Shirley O'Neal Campbell, of the home; sons, Christopher Campbell, Independence, MO; and Richard Campbell, Kansas City, MO; daughters, Judy Harris and Candy Kaiser, both of Kansas City, MO; seven grandchildren, Tyler, Daren, Shannon, Ryan, Kalen, Chad, Luke; and four great-grandchildren. Cecil is also survived by his mother, Ruby Campbell, Waverly, MO; a favorite aunt, Edna Ellis, Dover, MO; brother-in-law, Dick O'Neal and his wife, Sandy, Independence, MO; their children, Sherry and John, Allison, Drew Felz, Roxanne and Norman, Brianna, Brittany Johnson, Brandy and Victor, Chad, Danny, Sammi Dupus. (Cecil's father, Joseph F. Campbell, was a brother to Marida A. Campbell.)

CAMPBELL, Charles Steven
1953-2004
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 20 2004 - Charles Steven Campbell, 50, Belton, died Thursday, January 15, 2004, at Belton Research Hospital. Memorial services will be held Saturday, January 24, at Consalus-Bradley Chapel, Clinton. He was born May 20, 1953, in Kansas City, Kansas, son of Charles and Wanda Peacher Campbell. He was a purchasing agent for the United States Department of Defense. His father preceded him in death. Survivors include his mother, Wanda Livingston, of the home; one daughter, Melissa, state of Nebraska; one brother, John Livingston, Greenwood; three sisters, Carol Johnson, Clinton, Vickie Gatlin, Pueblo, Colorado, Nancy Cochran, Harrisonville; plus several nieces and nephews, among them Brian Norris, North Kansas City.

CAMPBELL, Chester "Chuck"
1929-1990
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Chester "Chuck" Campbell, Jr. 60, Brownington, died Tuesday, June 5, at the VA Hospital in Kansas City. He was born in Bates County and had lived in Gardner, Kansas, for 25 years before moving to Brownington 10 years ago. He was a machinist for 16 years for the Civil Service, quitting in 1964 to become a self-employed carpenter. He was a member of the Clinton American Legion Post. He is survived by four sons, Michael Rooney of Dallas, Texas, Danny J. Campbell of Dublin, Ohio, Calvin R. Campbell of Blue Springs, and Sean W. Campbell of Olathe, Kansas, one daughter, Norma Jean Peters of Overland Park, Kansas, his father, Chester C. Campbell of Clinton, three brothers, Robert and Larry Campbell of Clinton and George Campbell of Pleasant Hill, one sister, Mary Jane Drenning of Crystal Lake, Illinois, six grandchildren. Funeral services will be Friday at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, with burial in the Urich cemetery.

CAMPBELL, Chester Cecil
1905-1994
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Chester Cecil Campbell was born March 28, 1905, in Bates County, the son of Henry Duncan and Nettie Elizabeth Morrison Campbell. He passed away September 15, 1994, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital at the age of eighty-nine. Chester was one of twelve children, seven boys and five girls. His sister, Faye Hutson, is the last living member of this family. Chester was married to Elsie May Hunter on March 27, 1924. This marriage was blessed with nine children, six sons and three daughters. Chester and Elsie were married 53 years at the time of her death on February 17, 1978. Chester loved to hear of the birth of a new grandchild or a new great-grandchild and just recently he was thrilled over the birth of two great-great-grandchildren. His family all loved him very much. He will be deeply missed. He is survived by two sons, George Campbell of Pleasant Hill and Larry R. Campbell of the home; one daughter, Mary Jane Drenning of Crystal Lake, Ill.; one sister, Mrs. Faye Hutson of Trenton; twenty-two grandchildren; fifty-four great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Chester was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie, and six children, Bob, Bonnie, John, Harold, Chuck and Margie Hicks Mason. Services were Monday, September 19, 1994, at Consalus Chapel in Clinton. Burial was in the Urich Cemetery.

CAMPBELL, Eliza H.
1839-1897
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Mar 6 1897 - Died in this city, Tuesday morning, with consumption, Mrs. A. J. Campbell, about 58. She was highly respected and leaves a husband and two grown-up sons, Allie and Earnie Campbell.

CAMPBELL, Erma Lee HAMPTON
1928-2010
Memorial Park Cemetery, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 23 2010 - Erma Lee Campbell, 81, Windsor, died Wednesday morning, April 21, 2010, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. She was born May 4, 1928, near Manila, Pettis County, the daughter of Grover Cleveland Hampton and Virgie Margaret (Thompson) Hampton. On April 12, 1952, in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, she married Emerson Lee Campbell. Mrs. Campbell was a homemaker and was a volunteer for the OATS program in Windsor. She attended the Green Ridge Baptist Church, Green Ridge. Survivors include two sons, Cleve Campbell, Rogersville, and Bret Campbell, Windsor; two sisters, Loranie Walters, sedalia, and Ruth Ann Muschaney, Smithton; three granddaughters, two great-grandsons; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two infant daughters; two sisters, Frances Weathers and Dorothy Brownfield, and a brother,Orland Hampton. Graveside services will be Monday, April 26, at the Memorial Park Cemetery, Sedalia.

CAMPBELL, Erma Maxine
1924-1992
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Erma Maxine Campbell, 67, Belton, a former beauty salon owner, died Monday, Oct. 26, 1992 at the home. Services will be Thursday, Oct. 29, at the George Belton Chapel; burial in the Urich Cemetery. Mrs. Campbell owned Ada Maxine's Beauty Salon in Belton from 1971 until she retired in 1988. She was a member of the Hairdressers and Cosmetologists Association of Retired Persons. She was a Baptist. She was born in Adrian and lived in Urich before moving to the Belton area in 1954. Her husband, Robert Campbell, died in 1983. Survivors include a son, Stephen B. Campbell, and a daughter, Judith Stokes, both of Belton; a sister, Lora Cleo Greer, Adrian; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

CAMPBELL, Ervin E.
1919-2007
Ridge Park Cemetery, Marshall, Saline Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 31 2007 - Ervin E. Campbell, 88, of Marshall, died Sunday, Dec. 30, 2007, at Big Bend Retreat in Slater. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2008, at First United Methodist Church in Marshall. Burial with military rites will be held in Ridge Park Cemetery in Marshall. Born Oct. 31, 1919, in Appleton City, he was the son of the late John Franklin Campbell and Willie Maude Whitfield Campbell. He was a 1938 graduate of Urich High School. On Dec. 4, 1940, he married Evelyn M. Woirhaye, who survives of the home. He had lived in Marshall since 1988, moving from El Dorado Springs. He worked as a clerk for M.K. & T. Railroad for 16 years and then as a dispatcher for KAMO Electric in El Dorado Springs for 23 years. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and was a member of the American Legion Post in El Dorado Springs for many years. He then transferred his membership to Malta Bend American Legion Post 558 and was a member of the VFW. He was also a member of First United Methodist Church since moving to Marshall. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and enjoyed traveling with his wife. Additional survivors include one daughter, Carolyn Diehm and her husband, David, of Marshall; one grandson, Mike Diehm of Marshall; one granddaughter, Karen Maupin of Marshall; several great-grandchildren; one sister, Ella Mae Prewitt of Lee's Summit; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister in infancy.

CAMPBELL, Frank
1869-1936
Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton, MO, Sep 17 1936 - Frank Campbell died after a few minutes illness at his home at 731 East Lincoln Street at 7:15 am Monday. He arose as usual at five, built a fire and put water on the stove for coffee. A few minutes later his wife heard him breathing heavily and complaining of illness. A doctor was summoned at once, who started to call another doctor, but Mr. Campbell had passed to life eternal. Mr. Campbells daughter Zeta, now Mrs. Sidney Montgomery, and her husband, of Kansas City, were both at the home and gave all assistance they could to ease this beloved fathers last minutes as did a son, Donald, who lives at home. Though he had had a sick spell in January from which he had never fully recovered, Mr. Campbell had done a full days work each day all spring and summer. Sunday, Mr. Campbell attended Pioneer Day services at the Baptist church, both morning and evening and kept his wife laughing on the way home with his Irish wit, so they had had no indication of how near the Death Angel was hovering. Frank Campbell, born December 26, 1869, on a farm three-fourths mile southeast of Coal, was united in marriage to Miss Grace Smith, March 13, 1898, by the justice of the peace at Coal, though they had planned to go to Uncle Billy Briggs but the preachers wife died so they couldn't go there. A wedding dinner was served at the home of the brides parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. R. Smith, and an infair (sic) dinner the next day at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Pat Deery, parents of Mr. Campbell. Mr. and Mrs. Campbell went to housekeeping on a farm two and a half miles southeast of Coal where they lived until 1912, then moved to Clinton. Here, he went into a grocery business in partnership with Joe Julian in a building on North Main Street, where he continued two years. Since, then, Mr. Campbell specialized in gardening, always having the earliest and most prolific garden in the neighborhood and delighting in having the first vegetables in the spring and the latest in the fall, all of which he was ever generous in sharing with neighbors and friends. Both of his parents were born and raised in Ireland, but were married after coming to the United States, returning to Ireland for their honeymoon. From them, Mr. Campbell inherited a ready wit, a jolly disposition that refused to accept misfortunes but rallied immediately from every adverse blow that Fate aimed at him. He enjoyed his wife and children and each of them was as good-natured and filled brimful of good spirits as he was, as together they had a life full of laughter. Generosity and a kindness of heart, together with a jest and merry word for all characterized Mr. Campbell. His Christianity was sincere and a fundamental part of his life, as he joined the Good Hope Church when he was converted in 1910 and attended church and Sunday school regularly. His fine principles of Christian living and righteousness were instilled in his children, of whom he was the father of 12. Through them, he gave abundantly to the nation, for such fine characters are the backbone of the countrys progress. His widow has eight children to comfort her: Clyde, Muskegon, Mich.; Mrs. M Parks (Ruth), Bismarck, N. Dak.; Mrs. Sidney Montgomery (Zeta), Kansas City; Mrs. Jack Willard (Hazel), Downs, Kans.; Harl Campbell, Lexington, who is assistant manager in a Montgomery Ward store; Mrs. B.J. Caughell (Audra), Britton, Okla.; Carl and Donald, Clinton. A son, Earl, and daughter Edra (sic) died in 1930, and another little daughter, Pat, before that. Grandchildren are Joe and Paul Parks, Bismarck; Carol, Patty, and Eugenia Grace Caughell, Britton; Jack and Joe Willard, Downs; Patsy Campbell, Muskegon; Bobby Montgomery, Kansas City; Dixie and Gene Campbell, Clinton, all of whom loved and adored their granddad and were the delight of his heart. Mr. Campbell also leaves two brothers, John Campbell, Porterville, Calif., and Edward, Letcher, S. Dak. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday at the First Baptist Church in Clinton. Burial was in Good Hope cemetery beside his relatives.

CAMPBELL, Frank
1830-1880
Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 18 1880 - From Mr. A. J. Baker, who was in Clinton yesterday, the Democrat learns of a sad and lamentable accident, resulting in the death of an old and highly respected citizen. Monday evening, Mr. Frank Campbell, who resided on his farm about one-half mile from Colesburg, this county, was kicked in the stomach by a cow while engaged in milking. Mr. Campbell did not regard the kick as serious, but finished his milking and feeding. When he returned to his home he told his wife what had occurred, and soon began to vomit blood and complain of severe pains. These continued at close intervals and seemed to become gradually more prostrating. Becoming alarmed, Mrs. Campbell, sent for Dr. Brumfield without the knowledge of her husband. The Doctor administered such medicine as he believed the patient required, and called probably the third time. Yesterday he had left the house only about half hour before Mr. Campbell's death, as had also Messrs. Turner and Garrett, his neighbors. A few minutes before noon, Mr. Campbell called his wife and asked: "What is the matter with me?" and soon died. The sad information was at once sent to his neighbors, and when Mr. Baker reached the house he had been preceded by Messrs. Hall and Garrett. Mr. John Maginnis accompanied Mr. Baker to Clinton yesterday evening, where they procured a coffin and burial clothing. No post mortem examination was made, but it is presumed death resulted from rupture caused by the kick. The deceased was a native of Ireland and settled on his farm about 1856. About ten or twelve years ago he went to Ohio where he was married. He was industrious, straight forward in business, a kind neighbor and dutiful husband. He leaves a wife and five children to mourn his sudden death. The family have no relatives in the county. The remains were interred today.

CAMPBELL, Hattie Belle TRACY
1925-2010
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 14 2010 - Hattie Belle Campbell (Tracy), daughter of Michael John Tracy and Violet Rosena (Curtis) Tracy, was born at the home of her parents in St. Joseph on October 6, 1925. She departed this life on June 16, 2010, at the age of 84 years, eight months and 10 days. She was educated in the public schools of St. Joseph through high school. On April 29, 1943, she was united in marriage to Elmer Haven Campbell by her brother-in-law, Emery Benjamin, in St. Joseph. To this union three children were born, Donald H. Campbell of Warsaw, Robert M. Campbell of Hazelwood and Bruce A. Campbell of Wright City. Mother, father, six sisters and one brother preceded her in death. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Betty Wray of Lee's Summit and Mrs. Elnora Polleck of Faucett; three children, six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. E. A. Gurwell and W. O. Webb blessed Hattie on December 6, 1931, in St. Joseph. She was baptized into the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints by E. A. Gurwell in St. Joseph on December 3, 1933, and confirmed by E. A. Gurwell and J. L. Bear. She was always a strong church member, a good steward of time, talent and money, charitable with the church and those she loved and always a strong defender of faith. Hattie's heritage was historically rooted in the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Her great-grandfather, Elder Charles A. Bishop, was one of the founders of the RLDS Church in St. Joseph and the donator of the land which is now occupied by the Stone Church lawn and Education Building in Independence. Charles was a grading contractor -- donating the excavation work and considerable monetary support for the famous Stone Church in independence. The church honored Charles Bishop and his wife, Anna, for their services by having their names implanted in two stained-glass windows free. Other noted members were required to pay for this honor. On the other side of the family, her great-great-great-grandfather, Thomas Curtis, joined the church in New York state in October 1830 when there were less than 80: members. He helped build Kirkland Temple and died en route from Kirtland to Far West, Missouri. Thus like one of the early Apostles said, "She fought the good fight, she has kept the faith; but, most important she instilled this faith in her children who are active in church today." Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, on Monday, June 21. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery.

CAMPBELL, James William
1903-1994
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - James William Campbell, 91, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, died Tuesday, November 8, 1994, at his home. He was a resident of Ft. Lauderdale since 1958, moving there from Silver Springs, Md. Mr. Campbell organized and operated the Campbell Sand Co. until 1956. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Mary Ellen of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, and many nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held at the Calhoun Cemetery on Wednesday, November 16.

CAMPBELL, John C.
1950-2015
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 29 2015 - John C. Campbell, 64, Clinton, died unexpectedly Tuesday morning, January 27, 2015, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. He was born March 4, 1950, in Clinton, the son of Bobbie Lee Campbell and Adda Frances (Vanderburg) Campbell. He married Victoria (Eberting) Sell in Clinton on November 8, 2000, and she survives of the home. John was employed with Rival Manufacturing for 29 years, retiring in 2000 as plant manager of the Warrensburg plant. He later went to work for the Clinton Country Club as a groundskeeper, which gave him a good excuse to be at the golf course every day. He was a member of the Clinton Country Club, Clinton American Legion and a past member of the Clinton Eagles Lodge. He enjoyed spending time with family, going out to eat, golfing, playing the Missouri Lottery and was a avid Missouri Tiger fan. In addition to his wife, surviving are one son, Jarrod Campbell and his wife, Christian, Clinton; three daughters, Jill Wareham and her husband, Clint, Clinton, Stephanie Brister of Clinton, and Dr. Summer Bryant and her husband, Craig, Manhattan, Kansas; seven grandchildren, Toni Brister and fiance, Sam Lucas, Joe Bryant, Sierra Wareham, Hannah Campbell, Kaydith Maddox, Caitlyn Bryant and Sydney Wareham; three brothers, Bob Campbell and his wife, Mary, Lowden, Iowa, Doug Campbell and his wife, Barbara, Overland Park, Kansas, and Brian Campbell and his wife, Ruth, Osceola; three sisters, Janice Jarvis and her husband, John, Windsor, Darlene Glaspy of Clinton, and Lori Mock and her husband, Jeff, Blue Springs, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Bobbie Campbell, in 1990, his mother, Adda Campbell, in 2014, one brother-in-law, Dr. Clint Glaspy, and his father and mother-in-law, Gene and Clarice Eberting. Funeral services will be Friday, January 30, at Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CAMPBELL, John Clark Alexander
1899-1991
Fristoe Cemetery, Fristoe, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - John Clark Alexander Campbell, 92, passed away on September 27, 1991 at Truman Lake Manor in Lowry City. John was born September 17, 1899, at Fristoe, Missouri to James A. and Hester A. Deaton Campbell. At an early age John was saved and joined the Turkey Creek Church of the Brethren at Fristoe. On December 24, 1925, he was married to Jewell Tipton in Cross Timbers. To this union two sons and a daughter were born. John worked on the family farm at Fristoe until 1970 when he and Jewell moved to Edwards. John was preceded in death by his wife, Jewell; his infant daughter, his brother, Chris Campbell, sisters Nannie Wells, Mary Ihrig, Mertie Woirhaye. Bertie Breshears, Grace Young and his parents. He is survived by a sister, Florence Lopp of Springfield; two sons, Warren Campbell of Edwards and Charles Campbell of Columbia; daughters-in-law, Ida Mae Campbell of Edwards and Wilma Campbell of Columbia; three grandsons, Bob Campbell of Warsaw, Kent Campbell of Branson, John Campbell of Raymore; three granddaughters, Carolyn Findley of Raymore, Connie Green of St. Louis and Carol Hildebrandt of Overland Park, Ks. Twelve grandchildren, Amber, Amanda, Abegail, Audrey and Harrison Campbell; Nick and Alison Findley: Heather and Laurel Green: John Christopher and Elisha Campbell: and Annie Hildebrandt. John was a faithful Christian, supported his church and was in attendance as long as his health permitted. He was a devoted father and grandfather and will be sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral services for John C. Campbell were held Monday. September 30, 1991 at Reser Funeral Chapel. Burial was in Fristoe Cemetery.

CAMPBELL, Joseph A.
1853-1935
Raymore Cemetery, Raymore, Cass Co, MO
Raymore MO - Joseph A. Campbell for more than fifty years was a resident of the Raymore community, passed away at his home south of town Saturday afternoon, December 14 at the age of 82 years, 7 months, and 16 days. For a number of months his health has been failing, although until the past several weeks he was up and about his home, and occasionally came to town for a brief stay with some members of his family. When his last illness came it was apparent from the start that he not recover. He suffered greatly, and no more patient soul ever bore with ruthless pain. He was ready and eager to leave the world that had lost its sweetness when his beloved companion died, and often expressed the wish to join her in that land where death comes not, and the pain and infirmities of life are forever laid aside. Joseph A. Campbell was born April 28 1853, in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. He was married to Martha Vincent on January 1, 1874 in Fayette County, Ohio. To their union ten children were born, eight of whom survive. They are Jesse, Frank, and Archie, of Kansas City, Bert of Deepwater MO., Mrs. Lillie Hodkins of Independence, MO; Mrs. Lydia Carrothers of Elk City, Oklahoma; Miss Ruth Campbell at home; and John Campbell of Grandview MO. Two daughters Mrs. Annie L. Hodkins and Mrs. Ethel Cook, preceded their parents in death. Not long after their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Campbell came from their home in Ohio to the Raymore community, where the remainder of there long life span was to be lived. Here in their younger years they united with the Presbyterian Church and together they later transferred their membership to the United Brethren Church, which was their church home for more than forty years. January 1, 1934 Mr. and Mrs. Campbell celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary. On the following June 1, Mrs. Campbell passed to her eternal home. Since that time Mr. Campbell had maintained his home on the farm south of Raymore where he had lived a number of years. His daughter Miss Ruth, and his grandson Joe Cook, tenderly cared for the aged father, ministering to him with the affection which was his due. During his last illness his children, brother Henry, and sisters nursed him with tireless devotion and everything that could be devised for his comfort was provided for him. Besides his eight living children Mr. Campbell is survived by twenty-five grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren, one brother Henry Campbell of the Raymore community, one half-brother Elmer Campbell, of Des Moines and three half-sisters, Mrs. Emma Smith of Elk City, Oklahoma, Mrs. Carrie Lightcap of Schell City, Mo. and Mrs. Cora Leonard of Kansas City. Funeral services were held at the United Brethren Church Monday afternoon, December 16. Burial was beside Mrs. Campbell in the Raymore cemetery.

CAMPBELL, Kenneth Patrick
1922-1925
Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Little Pat Campbell, whom all Clinton knew and loved for his bright sunny smile and winsome ways, is with Jesus. He brought happiness to every member of the Campbell family and to all of their friends. He is now one of their treasures in Heaven. Little Pat has been spared the disappointments and disillusionment's that come to all those who fight the battle of life through. He has been allowed to step from unconsciousness of pain, suffering and sorrow here into the land of everlasting love to be in the presence of the Father who Himself is Love, where such as little Pat make up the kingdom of heaven. He has been loaned to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Campbell since April 9, 1922. He was exceptionally bright and the older brothers and sisters could wish no greater pleasure than to take little Pat with them. Only the Comforter can ease up the pain in their hearts. This baby went to Heaven at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, being ill only two days with membranous croup. Anti-toxin and all medical skill and love was used in the fight for the life. The parents survive and the following sisters - Miss Ruth, who is teaching at Sedalia; Misses Zeta, Hazel, Audrey and Elred at home; brother Clyde at Muskegon, Mich.; Earl, Carl, Harl and Don of Clinton. The little body was taken to Good Hope church Wednesday afternoon and the little body was laid in the cemetery near by.

CAMPBELL, Kenneth W.
1945-2005
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 1 2005 - Kenneth W. Campbell, 82, Sedalia, died Thursday afternoon, January 27, 2005, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg. He was born December 4, 1922, in rural Pettis County, son of John T. and Lillie Moulder Campbell. On August 12, 1945, in Sedalia, he married Ruth Klein, who survives of the home. Mr. Campbell was a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church, Granite Lodge #272 A.F. & A.M., former member of Ararat Shrine, Scottish Rite Mason, Sedalia Knife and Fork Club where he had served as president from 1982 to 1983. He was a 1940 graduate of Windsor High School and a United States Army veteran of World War II, serving from January 1943 to November 1945. He worked as a supervisor for Town and country Shoes for 32 years and had been supervisor of Building and Grounds at State Fair Community College for 12 years. Survivors include his wife of the home; a sister Bercha Mae Flippin of Windsor; a brother Maurice Campbell of Clinton; two nieces, Carol Kidd and Linda Healey; three nephews, Larry Dramann, Tim Campbell and Roger Campbell. He was preceded in death by his parents John T. and Lillie M. Campbell, and a sister, Jean Dramann. Memorial services will be held at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg at a later time.

CAMPBELL, Laura Belle SMITH
1890-1972
Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Lowry City MO - Funeral services were held Monday, June 26, at Lowry City United Methodist Church for Laura Belle Campbell, who died at her home in Lowry City June 24, 1972 at the age of 82 years, one month and six days. Burial was made in Lowry City cemetery under the direction of Goodrich Funeral Home. Laura Belle Smith, daughter of Louis and Carrie Smith, was born at Weatherby, Mo., in Dekalb Co., May 18, 1890. She was married to George Robert Campbell March 20, 1906. In 1919 they moved from Forbes, Mo., to a farm in the Ohio community, later moving to Lowry City. She became a member of the Lowry City United Methodist Church. Survivors are one son, Orville Campbell, Montrose; one daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Hefele of the home; two granddaughters, Mrs. Charles Huenefeldt, Jr., Springfield, Ohio, and Mrs. LeRoy Cook, Butler; one great granddaughter, Tiffany Ann Huenefeldt. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, two brothers and two sisters.

CAMPBELL, Mark Ellis
1960-2002
Mountain Valley Cemetery, Mountain Grove, Wright Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 30 2002 - Mark Ellis Campbell 42, was born July 15, 1960, in Cabool, and died Friday, July 26, 2002, at the home of his sister in Mokane, following a long illness. He grew up in Mountain Grove and attended school there. He worked as a mechanic most of his life and raced stock cars as a hobby. He is survived by his mother, Bertha Lorntz of Bryan Ohio; his sister, Anita Stuckey, Mokane; two half-brothers, Benji and Ron Ussery, both of the state of Ohio; a special friend, Tammy Mersman; many other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 31, in the Craig-Hurtt-Bradley Chapel, Mountain Grove. Burial will be in the Mountain Valley Cemetery.

CAMPBELL, Marlise MAXWELL
1958-2003
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 12 2003 - Marlise Maxwell Campbell, 44, Windsor, died Sunday, June 8, 2003, at her home in Windsor. She was born on Rosebud Sioux Reservation in South Dakota on December 27, 1958, and was adopted off the reservation at a young age. She grew up and lived in Pattonsburg for 37 years working at Headwear USA for many years. She graduated from high school and was one year short of obtaining her college degree. She moved to Windsor one month after her marriage to Russell Keith Campbell, April 14, 1996. She was a member of the Windsor American Auxiliary Post 82. The body was cremated and services will be planned for a later date.

CAMPBELL, Martha VINCENT
1852-1934
Raymore Cemetery, Raymore, Cass Co, MO
Raymore MO - Mrs. Joseph A. Campbell passed away suddenly at the family home south of Raymore last Friday afternoon. Her death was a shock to her family and friends as she had apparently recovered from a critical illness suffered early in the spring. On the day of her death she apparently was as well as usual and her daughter Miss Ruth and her grandson Joe Cook went in the city where they spent the day shopping. On there return they found her suffering intensely with the heat as she had gone to the strawberry patch and gathered berries for the evening meal, thinking to have the meal prepared by the time her daughter came home. Mrs. Campbell was seated on the porch when her daughter and grandson returned and the daughter left her there and went about the evening work. When supper was ready she went to the porch to call her mother and found Mrs. Campbell was not there, going to her mothers bedroom, Miss Campbell found her mother sitting in a chair dead. Death had come quickly and painlessly. The passing of Mrs. Campbell marked the close of a long and useful life. She was born January 26, 1852 in Fayette County, Ohio and at the time of her death was aged 82 years, 4 months, 5 days. She was the youngest and last child of Stephen and Jemmina Vincent. Her girlhood was spent in the home of her parents where she lived the normal life of such a girl of that period, receiving such education as her time and community afforded. The service of her life was preeminently that of a mother in the home. On January 1 1874 she was married in her native county to Joseph A. Campbell with whom she shared the joys and sorrows of life for more than sixty years. To them were born 10 children, all of who lived to maturity. Two daughters Mrs. Anna Hodkins and Mrs. Ethel Cook preceded there mother in death. The children surviving are: Jesse, Fran and Arch all of Kansas City, Bert of Deepwater, Mrs. Lizzie Hodkins of Independence, Mrs. Lida Carrothers of Elk City, Oklahoma and Miss Ruth and John of the home. Besides rearing her large family Mrs. Campbell had the rearing of two grandchildren, Denzil and Joe Cook, whose mother died when they were very young. To them she was a real mother. Mrs. Campbell was a early settler in this community. She and her husband came to this community fifty years ago and lived here ever since, partaking of the varying conditions of life. Here most of her children were born and grew to maturity. Mrs. Campbell no doubt had her share of disappointment and pain, but her nature grew and sweetened with the years. When she was in the hospital for a major operation several years ago she was known as the "sweet faced, white haired lady". Mrs. Campbell became a Christian early in life. Soon after coming to Raymore she and her husband united with the Presbyterian Church, later transferring their membership to the United Brethren Church, which has been their church home for 35 years. During these years none was more faithful to their church as Mrs. Campbell. All who knew her loved her, it was a privilege to be her friend and the community was enriched by the richness of her life. The entire community mourns the loss of this good woman, but the chief mourner is her husband of sixty years who survives her. She was the grandmother of twenty-seven and the great-grandmother of ten, all of whom are living. A mother of Israel, indeed! The funeral service was held at the united Brethren Church in the presence of a large crowd of sorrowing relatives and friends, Sunday afternoon. The pallbearers were six grandsons, Maurice Hodkins, Harlie Hodkins, Lee Hodkins, Harold Hodkins, J.C. Campbell, and Irwin Campbell. Burial was in the family plot in Raymore Cemetery.

CAMPBELL, Mary Ellen JONES
1920-2004
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 9 2004 - Mary Ellen Campbell (Jones), 83, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, died Friday, March 5, 2004. Born in Calhoun July 31, 1920, she was the daughter of Rolla Ray Jones and Edith Berly (Inloes) Jones. She attended Southwest Baptist College in Bolivar and taught elementary school. A civil service exam led to United States Government service in Columbus, Ohio, and Washington, D.C. in the 1940s. She married James W. Campbell after he returned from Army service in Southeast Asia. She was a deacon, usher and greeter at the Ft. Lauderdale first Presbyterian church for many years. Graveside services will be held Friday, March 12, at Calhoun Cemetery.

CAMPBELL, Mary Jane
1826-1899
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Nov 18 1899 - Mrs. Mary J. Campbell died Saturday, November 11, 1899 at 11:20 a.m. She lived on North 4th St., adjoining her sons. Monday afternoon, in company with a neighbor, she was quilting but, feeling badly, thought to walk out and maybe the fresh air would revive her, but she fell in the yard and had to be carried to her bed by kind hands. Her disease was stomach trouble, with pleurisy and pneumonia. She was born July 22, 1826 in Point Pleasant, West Virginia and was talking the day before her death about her birthplace on the Ohio River. She came to Missouri with her husband in 1859 and her kind heart and loving hands endeared her to a large circle of friends. A member of the south Methodist Church. Burial in Englewood. The mother of seven children, but three survive, Mrs. Sallie Seifried, Mrs. C. E. Morris and Charley Campbell, who runs the paint and paper store. Her husband died more than 30 years ago.

CAMPBELL, Mattie
abt 1877-1884
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mattie Campbell died Sept. 20 1884 at Brownington of malaria fever, age 7 years, born in Benton County, Missouri. Buried at Brownington Cemetery.

CAMPBELL, Maurice Winston
1935-2009
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 21 2009 - Maurice Winston Campbell was born Aug. 11, 1935, in Pettis County, the son of John Thomas Campbell and Lillie (Moulder) Campbell, and died at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital on July 1, 2009, at the age of 73 years. Maurice graduated from Windsor High School, Class of 1953, and joined the United States Air Force in December of that year, serving one year in Korea and being discharged from the Air Force in 1957 and the Air Force Reserve in 1961. On May 1, 1959, at the Methodist Church in Windsor, Maurice was married to Sara Frances George, who survives. They are the parents of two sons, Timothy George Campbell and Roger Maurice Campbell. Maurice loved his sons very much and was very proud of them. He happily worked with them in Scouts, soccer, school and church activities. Maurice loved God and had accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior as a young man. He loved and was so proud of his grandkids and extended family. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He was a good man and a gentleman. Maurice was an insurance agent, first with Allstate for 10 years and with Shelter Insurance Company, five years in St. Joseph and 25 years in Clinton before retiring in 2002. He loved working and enjoyed a special relationship with his customers, as well as fellow agents and the company. He was a member of Clinton United Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge in Savannah and Henry County Historical Society. He enjoyed traveling with Sara and playing golf at Meadow Lake Country Club where he was a member. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Thomas Campbell and Lillie Moulder Campbell; one brother, Kenneth Campbell, and one sister, Jean Dramann. Survivors include his wife, Sara G. Campbell of the home; two sons, Tim Campbell and wife, Carrie, St. Joseph, and Roger Campbell of Blue Springs; one sister, Bercha Mae Flippin and husband, Paul, Windsor; two sisters-in-law, Mary McCarty and husband, Bob, Sedalia, and Ruth Campbell, also of Sedalia, and one brother-in-law, Lionel Dramann of Kansas City; three grandchildren, Brian Campbell, Nathan Campbell and wife, Cheryl, and Chelsea Campbell, as well as a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Monday, July 6, at Vansant-Mills Chapel. Interment was in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CAMPBELL, Orville Smith
1907-1996
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Orville Smith Campbell, 88, died Sunday, April 7, 1996, at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. He was born July 23, 1907, in Livingston County near Chillicothe, the son of George Robert and Laura Belle (Smith) Campbell. He was a retired Hereford cattle farmer who had farmed in the Altona and Round Prairie communities and the Teays Chapel area east of Montrose. He was a member of the Teays Chapel United Methodist Church near Appleton City. He married Thelma J. Cordell, March 1, 1945, in Clinton. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Thelma of the home; his two daughters, Virginia Huenefeldt and husband Charles of Centralia, and Orvine Cook and husband Leroy of Butler; six grandchildren, Tiffany McClure of San Angelo, Texas, Chuck and Treena Huenefeldt of Centralia and Amy, Susie and Will Cook of Butler. Funeral services will be held at the Hill & Son Funeral Home in Appleton City, Thursday, April 11. Burial will be in Harmony Cemetery, Appleton City.

CAMPBELL, Pauline
1920-2013
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 4 2013 - Pauline Campbell, 93, Clinton, died Tuesday, October 2, 2013, at Clinton Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center. She was born February 17, 1920 in Humansville, the daughter of William S. Campbell and Hattie B. (Barkley) Campbell. She was employed as a bookkeeper for many years with Skelly Oil. Surviving are cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Wilma Francis. Private services are planned for a later date.

CAMPBELL, Rose C. ENGEMAN
1921-2006
Resurrection Cemetery, Kansas City North, Clay Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 6 2006 - Rose C. Campbell, 84, Gladstone, died Sunday, June 4, 2006, at her home. The Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, June 9, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery North. She was born November 21, 1921, in Montrose, one of 10 children of August and Cecilia Engeman. She moved to the Kansas City area in the early 1940s where she met her husband Edward. She was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church for more than 40 years. She and her husband owned and operated the Flavor Maid Donut Shop in Gladstone in the early 1970s. She and Ed enjoyed many years of travel together after his retirement in 1973. She was preceded in death by Edward, her husband of 59 years; three brothers, Ed Engeman, James Engeman and Al Engeman, and two sisters, Marie Samland and Mildred Koenig. Survivors include four sons, John Campbell, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, James Campbell, Gladstone, Daniel Campbell and his wife Vicki, Kansas City, David Campbell and his wife Vicky, Gladstone, and two daughters, Mary Gerant and her husband Tom Jr., Laurie, and Maureen Lobdell and her husband Pete, Parkville; 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

CAMPBELL, Shankland Marshall
1900-1920
Fields Creek Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Dec 24 1920 - SHANKLAND CAMPBELL WAS KILLED -- In a mine on the Bailey farm southeast of Clinton four miles, some time between 3 and 4, December 15th, by several tons of rock falling from the top crushing him instantly. Jim Bailey had been pumping there when both had gone after a drink. Bailey went to the house for something and Campbell returned to the mine and was working on his back. On his return he found his companion buried beneath the rock and dirt. Help was called and rescue was started, but death must have been instantaneous. Deceased was born in Clinton and was 20 years old, 8 months and 16 days. He is survived by his father, Grant Campbell and sister, Mrs. Rogers, in the south part of Clinton and brother, Carl Campbell, in the north part of Clinton. A coroner's inquest was held on Thursday morning at the court house and the following verdict was returned by the jury: "We, the jury, duly empaneled Dec. 16th, 1920, to inquire into the death of Shankland Campbell, which occurred on Dec. 15th, in a mine, operated by by Smith Hopkins, on the Bailey farm, do hereby render the following verdict: That Shankland Campbell came to his death by falling rock in the mine on the Bailey farm, operated by Smith Hopkins, and we further find, from the evidence, that the mine was in a defective and dangerous condition." Signed Earl Kimball, Foreman, Ray Mills, Howard S. Weaver, W. R. Hodge, Claude Dean, J. W. Bartley. Funeral services held at the home of his father, Friday morning, and the body was taken to the Fields Creek cemetery for interment.

CAMPBELL, Thelma J. CORDELL
1916-1999
Harmony Cemetery, Monegaw Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 24 1999 - Thelma J. Campbell, 83, Butler, died Thursday, September 23, 1999, at Medicalodge of Butler. Survivors are two daughters, Virginia Huenefeldt of Columbia and Orvine Cook of Butler; one brother, Dee Cordell of Raytown; six grandchildren. Funeral services will be Sunday at the Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, with burial in Harmony Cemetery, Appleton City.

CAMPBELL, William Henry
1902-1975
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - William Henry Campbell, son of Henry Duncan and Nettie Elizabeth (Morrison) Campbell, was born December 18, 1902 in Bates County, near Montrose, and died May 18 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. Mr. Campbell was a resident of Clinton most of his life. He worked at the Larabee Mill for a number of years and was also a carpenter, the trade he followed until he retired. He was a member of the Elks Lodge. Mr. Campbell is survived by his wife Blanche, of home; two daughters Mrs. R. L. (Elizabeth) Dunning and Mrs. George (Donna) Millam, and one son, Charles William, all of Clinton;  eleven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Also four sisters, Mrs. Stella Nail, Kansas City, Mrs. Edna Bramell Clinton, Mrs. Faye Hutson, Trenton, Mrs. Clara Pettus, Harrisonville, and two brothers, Chester Campbell, Clinton, and Melvin Campbell, Oelwein, Iowa. His parents, four brothers and one sister preceded him in death. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 30, at the Sickman, Dunning and Fisher Funeral Home with burial in Englewood Cemetery.

CANADY, William H.
1939-1994
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - William Canady, 54, Kansas City, Kansas, died Thursday, February 17, 1994 at the Montrose station, Kansas City Power and Light, of natural causes. Sickman-Dunning was in charge of local arrangements.

CANNON, Arthur St. Clair
1852-1920
Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Windsor Review, Oct 21 1920 - Arthur S. Cannon, aged 86 years and 6 months, died at his home, one mile south of Roseland, Tuesday night, October 19th, 1920, after several weeks illness for diseases incident to old age. The deceased was born in Henry County, about one mile from where he died, in 1852, and his entire life had been spent in the country. At an early age in life he united with the Baptist church and for years had been one of the zealous members of the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church. He is survived by three brothers, Dal, N. B. and James Cannon, and other relatives. Funeral services will be held this afternoon and internment will be made in the Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

CANNON, Avis Lee
1919-2012
Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Avis Lee Cannon, 92, of Urich, Missouri, died Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at her century-old home in Bates County, Mo. She was the elder daughter of Bishop Cannon and Ruby Stella (Ramsey) Cannon. Avis, her younger sister Ruby, and their parents ran the Cannon Hotel on Main Street in Urich, Mo., from 1933 to 1941. The Cannon family enjoyed traveling, photography, singing, farming, community affairs, church, and school activities. They endured the days of the Great Depression by raising a garden and canning their fruits and vegetables. They also enjoyed being able to use electricity when it was established in northeast Bates County. Avis graduated from Urich High School in 1936. She then attended Central Missouri State Teachers College, (now University of Central Missouri), graduating in 1943 with her Bachelor of Science degree in Education. She continued her education and received her Master's of Business Administration degree in 1956 from the University of Denver in Denver, Colorado. From 1942 to 1945 Avis taught business at Garden City High School, Garden City, Mo.; in 1945 and 1946 she taught in her home town of Urich, Mo. She then accepted a position of business teacher at Lincoln High School, Lincoln, Mo., for the next eighteen years. In 1964 Avis moved and taught at Raytown South High School, Raytown, Mo., for the next twenty-one years. She finally retired in 1985, teaching a total of forty-four years in Business Education. She returned to Bates County, Mo., to the Cannon Farm where she had lived with her parents as a child. Avis traveled extensively before and after her retirement. She traveled throughout the United States, except for three states, as well as abroad, including the countries of England, Holland, France, Italy, Switzerland, Spain, and the Holy Lands in Jerusalem. She became secretary of the Butler Presbyterian Church for six and one-half years, using the business skills she had taught her students. She was a compassionate, kind, and tenderhearted woman who was a faithful member of the Church of God, where she was a Sunday School teacher. Her main interests during retirement included crossword puzzles, reading books, and cooking. She was a member of the Missouri Retired Teachers Association, Mingo Club, the Urich Historical Society, and the Urich Inter-Church Council. She held various offices in many of these organizations. She enjoyed the many letters, cards, and phone calls throughout the years from former students of Garden City, Urich, Lincoln, and Raytown. This assured her that she had made the right choice to become a teacher and stay with it for forty-four years. Avis passed away at her childhood home after a lengthy illness. Her nieces, family members, neighbors, and caregivers enabled her to stay at the one-hundred year old Cannon Farm, a Centennial Farm. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister and brother-in-law, Ruby Barth and Wilbur Barth; and a niece, Sue Thomas. Surviving are two nephews, Wayne Barth and his wife Joyce, of DeGraff, Ohio; Roger Ramsey Barth, of Urich, Mo.; three great-nephews, Galen Barth of Bellefontaine, Ohio, Kevin Barth and his wife Nikki, of Lewistown, Ohio, and Nathan Barth of Manassas, Virginia; three great-nieces, Jennifer Barth-Straw and her husband Vernon, of Clinton, Mo., Danielle Barth and Nicole Barth, both of Urich, Mo.; and three great-great-nephews of Lewistown, Ohio. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 21, 2012 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton, Mo. Burial will be in the Mullin Cemetery, rural Urich, Mo.

CANNON, Clara Wilhelmina BALKE
1888-1960
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor Review, Dec 1 1960 - Mrs. Herbert Cannon Dies; Active in Many Civic Affairs Here. -- Funeral services for Mrs. Herbert Cannon, 72, were held Tuesday afternoon at the Huston Funeral Home. Burial in Laurel Oak Cemetery. Mrs. Cannon died Saturday at the Windsor Hospital following an illness of several months. Mrs. Cannon was born Clara Wilhelmina Balke, November 29th, 1888 near Cole Camp, the daughter of the late Anton and Minne Kroeschen Balke. She was married May 2nd, 1920 to Herbert C. Cannon here and they were the parents of one son who survives. She baptized in infancy and after instructions was confirmed in the Lutheran faith to which she remained true her entire life. When the International Shoe Factory opened here in 1932, Mrs. Cannon was among the first workers to be employed. She remained with this work for about 25 years, retiring in August 1957. Mrs. Cannon was very active in community affairs, being a charter member of the American Legion Auxiliary and a member of the Business and Professional Women's Club. Her cheerful disposition won her many friends. Surviving are the husband of the home; one son, Lt. Commander, Herbert B. Cannon and his wife, Mac of Washington, D.C.; two sisters, Mrs. Anna Burke and Miss Lena Balke of Cole Camp; one foster sister, Mrs. Carl Wilekens of Cole Camp, several nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.

CANNON, Clasentine "Calla or Callie" BELSER
1858-1899
Ladue Cemetery, Davis Twp, Henry Co, MO
Ladue, Henry Co, MO - Died about 11 p.m. on the 11th inst., Mrs. Calla Cannon at her residence in LaDue, after a lingering illness of a dropsical character. Thus closed the incident to an unhappy married life. Mrs. Cannon and her husband separated several months ago after a long and boistrous companionship, which proved the incomparability of their natures. She left a family of seven children. One, the baby, about two months old, survived the mother about two days. The remainder of the children have been provided with homes in the family of neighbors. Ed, the oldest, a young man of about 19, is able to care of himself. The father and husband, John Cannon, has been notified but has he lives in the far west and 17 miles from a railroad, it cannot be learned what action he will take. Much credit is due to Mesdames Dr. Miles, Bixler, Elledge, Settles, Burke, Lawson, Casey, Bryant, Dowell, Thorpe and other ladies for the attention to and services in behalf of Mrs. Cannon and family during their affliction.

CANNON, Feriba E. FARMER
1819-1903
Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 4 1903 - Grandma Cannon died at her home Friday, July 31st, at 11 o'clock, aged 84 years. She was a member of Mt. Olivet Baptist church and was highly respected by everyone. The funeral was preached the following day by Rev. Thornhill of Calhoun, after which her remains were laid to rest in Mt. Olivet cemetery by her husband, who preceded her to the better world about fifty years ago. - Clinton Daily Republican, Aug 4 1903 - Mrs. Cannon, after a lingering illness, passed peacefully away Saturday morning, at the age of 84 years and 7 months. She was a model Christian woman. Funeral services were conducted at Mt. Olivet Sunday morning, after which the remains were laid away at Mt. Olivet cemetery.

CANNON, Henry Theodore "Theo"
1883-1916
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
The Windsor Review, Thursday, August 31, 1916. In Memoriam. "There is a reaper whose name is Death. And with his sickle keen, He reaps the bearded grain at a breath. And the flowers that grow between." This reaper entered the family of Theo H. Cannon at Windsor, Missouri, August 11, 1916 and took the full blown flower from the garden, in the person of the husband and father, at the age of 33 years, 1 month and 20 days, all of which were spent in our midst, with the exception of a few years. He was faithful to his business as weigh-master for mine No. 2 at Bowen until March 16th, 1910, and made many friends during those years. He was married to Pearl, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Thompson, August 11th, 1909, one child, Harold blessed this union. He gave up his work upon the advice of his physician and thinking that a change of climate would be beneficial, he went with his family to Colorado Springs in August, 1912. His hopes were realized for he improved and grew stronger until December, 1915. He was still cheerful and hopeful of being able to overcome the difficulty. The physician told his wife, who had cared for him intelligently and lovingly during theses years of absence among strangers, that he had received all the benefit that climate could offer and she suggested to her husband that they go to New Mexico or Arizona, but he wanted to come home, where they arrived March 25th, 1916, being with his father, N. B. Cannon and family until June. He then came back to Windsor and at the time of his death was at the home of his sister, Mrs. F. E. Means. He told his wife, he would like to live for her sake and the child's, but was ready to go whenever the Father would call him. All realized that everything that could be done, had been done. He leaves besides his wife and child, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. N. B. Cannon, two brothers, H. L. Cannon and Herbert Cannon of Sedalia, and a sister, Mrs. F. E. Means of Windsor. The funeral was held at the Christian Church, August 17th, 1916. The body was laid away in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

CANNON, Ida Belle PLECKER
1878-1957
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Aug 29 1957 - Funeral services for Mrs. Will Cannon, 78, a lifelong resident of Henry County, will be held today (Thursday) at the Huston Funeral Home and burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery. Mrs. Cannon passed away Tuesday at the Bothwell Hospital in Sedalia where she had been a patient for the past two months. She had been making her home with her son, Orville and Mrs. Cannon the past six months in Sedalia. Her husband preceded her in death in June 1954.

CANNON, John Henry
1837-1906
Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
Windsor, Sep 28 1906 - Universally Deplored - Henry Cannon meets with accident at Fair Grounds, died Saturday morning. Friday afternoon's fair was marred to a great extent and a pall of sorrow and gloom cast over the merrymakers by the sad accident which befell Henry Cannon, an aged and highly respected resident of Roseland vicinity - an accident deeply regretted by one and all, deplorable and most unfortunate in the extreme, resulting in his death Saturday morning. Mr. Cannon was old and crippled from rheumatism, and possibly tired from standing, sat down on the track of the Shoot-the-Chutes, near the water's edge. The boats were running regularly, one having ascended not over a minute previous. At the top of the chutes is a lever to hold and start the boats, and when the boat is up, the view of the track below is partially hidden, and not until the boat had started down in rapid plunge did those in the boat notice Mr. Cannon on the track. All effort to warn him of impending danger was fruitless, as the old gentleman was partially deaf and the noise around too great for him to hear the frantic outcries. The impact was frightful and and as one gentleman pictured it, he was shot into the lake like a ball from a bat, being forced between the track and the landing through a space scarcely wide enough for a man to edge through at best, the boat striking him with tremendous force in the left shoulder and side. He was rescued quickly as possible, but apparently utterly lifeless for several minutes. Dr. Blackmore, fortunately, was close by and soon had him partially restored to consciousness, but it is thought the old gentleman never realized what hit him or the cause of his suffering, complaining only of inward pain. He was taken to the house of his brother, N. B. Cannon, on East Main Street, and all the skill and tender, loving hands could do was done for him, but without avail, passing away at 5 o'clock Saturday morning. Mr. Cannon was a bachelor, in his 70th year, a brother of "Pet", Arthur and Dallas Cannon and lived with his sister, Miss Almira Cannon. The funeral was held at Mt. Olivet Church, Sunday, burial in the church cemetery. The funeral was preached by Rev. Jenkins and is said to have been with one exception, that of Billie Gray, the most largely attended of any ever held at Mt. Olivet. In this truly unfortunate and deeply regretted death, Windsor and the entire community are alike aggrieved, would that it could be undone and the kind old gentleman restored to life and to his sorrowing relatives and friends. - Obituary: Brother J. H. Cannon was born in Graves County, Kentucky on Oct. 16th, 1837; came to Henry County, Missouri in 1839, where he remained until death. In 1854 his father died, leaving on him the dependence of the family. He joined the Mt. Olivet Church in 1859, died September 22nd, 1906. Brother Cannon lived a consistent Christian life and was one of the pillars of the church to which he belonged. He was regularly in attendance at the house of God, has always been honest in his dealings with his fellowmen and was the idol of his brother and sister. He was their counselor and brother in deed. He was highly honored by the members of his church and community. He leaves to mourn their loss, four brothers and one sister.

CANNON, Laura REAVIS
1856-1935
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Mar 7 1935 - Mrs. Laura Cannon - Laura Reavis was born August 18, 1856, near Leesville, in Henry County, Missouri. She was married to L. D. Cannon on August 1st, 1869. Mrs. Cannon was converted and became a member of the Mt. Olivet Baptist church in 1879, where she remained a member until she moved to Windsor in 1916. Her husband preceded her in death in 1924. Four children, Mrs. Alice Jordan of Windsor, Mrs. Jessie Thomas of Lincoln, Missouri, Mrs. C. C. Hartle of Windsor and Will Cannon of Windsor, and one brother, Drury Reavis of Washington, D.C., other relatives and friends mourn the passing of Mrs. Cannon. She entered into rest at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C. C. Hartle on February 28th, 1935, aged 78 years, 6 months and 10 days. Mrs. Cannon was faithful in her attendance at the Lord's house. She was faithful in her study of God's word and in her testimony to His saving Grace. Funeral services were held Sunday, March 3, from the Baptist church. Interment was in Laurel Oak Cemetery under the direction of Huston-Turner Mortuary.

CANNON, Lemuel Dallas
1844-1924
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Apr 1924 - L. D. Cannon Was Found Dead - In his bed Sunday morning, having died with heart failure some time during the night. He was a prominent farmer and stockman near Roseland for years, but several years ago moved to Windsor, which had since been his home. He was born in Benton county 69 years ago last November, but had resided in Henry county since he was four years old. He married Miss Laura Reavis in 1869, who survives him with their four children - Mrs. Allie Jordan, Windsor; Mesdames C. C. Hartle and Jessie Thomas, near Roseland; W. H. Cannon, near Oakland school. He also leaves one brother, Tut, of Windsor. Deceased was a good Christian man and had been a member of the Baptist church for many years. The funeral was conducted from the Windsor Baptist church Monday afternoon. Burial in the Windsor cemetery.

CANNON, Logan Shelby
1983-2006
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 22 2006 - Logan Shelby Cannon, 23, Clinton, died Saturday, May 20, 2006. Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Clinton, with burial in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. He is survived by his parents Tad and Jane Cannon, one brother Tyler Cannon, all of home; his maternal grandmother; Rosanna Greufe; his paternal Grandparents, Leota and Ludger Goth, all of Montrose, Missouri as well as a number of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

CANNON, Napoleon Bonaparte "Tut"
1847-1931
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor Review, Thursday, Oct 8 1931 - N. B. Cannon was born in Benton County, February 8th, 1847. His parents, John R. and Ferbia Cannon came from Grove (sic Graves) County, Kentucky in 1838, living in the Fristoe neighborhood. In 1854 his father entered the old home place on which the family have lived almost continuously. The father died, leaving the mother with seven sons and two daughters, N. B. being the last of the nine. He taught many years in Henry County and in Kansas, attended Baker University during the summer months, after walking many miles to school. He was married to Cynthia Isabel Conrad on March 31st, 1872. Moving to Windsor in 1881, he was engaged for many years in the mercantile business. He has been for some forty years a member of the Windsor Baptist church, teaching for a long time the Bible Class. Since the death of his wife, he has made his home with his children, Mrs. F. E. Means and H. C. Cannon. Two boys, T. H. and H. L. having preceded him to the grave. Always cheerful and uncomplaining, fond of his family and friends, he will be sadly missed by those whom he leaves. Surviving are the son and daughter, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The funeral was held at the family home, Sunday, October 5th, and burial in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

CANNON, Orville L.
1903-1956
Crown Hill Cemetery, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
Sedalia Democrat, Dec 12 1956 - Orville L. Cannon, 62, 706 West Third, died at his home at 11 a.m., Saturday. He was born near Windsor, October 9th, 1903, the son of the late William H. and Ida Belle Plecker Cannon. On November 24th, 1938, he married to Helen Myers who survives of the home. Mr. Cannon had been a resident of Sedalia for the past 30 years. He had been a bookkeeper for the Bryant Motor Company and the W. A. Smith Motor Company. He retired several years ago because of his health. He was a member of the East Broadway Christian Church, a member of the Granite Lodge No. 272, AF and AM and the Scottish Rite. Surviving besides his wife are two daughters, Mrs. Iris Gerhardt, Independence; Mrs. Shirley Godgry, Kansas City; two grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Monday at the Gillespie Funeral Home. Burial will be in Crown Hill Cemetery.

CANNON, Susan Almira
1852-1913
Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Windsorite, Aug 14 1913 - It is with sadness and sorrow that we chronicle the death of Miss Almyra Cannon. Her death was very sudden and sad. Miss Almyra had spent the day on Tebo with a lot of neighbors at a fish fry, and she was feeling as usual and enjoying the day so well that her brother had to remind her it was time to go home. After returning home, she retired to bed as usual. In a few minutes a neighbor came in to borrow some matches. She got up to get them and fell to the floor. She was carried to the bed and Dr. Finley of Leesville sent for, but in a few minutes life was extinct. Which shows that while we are in the midst of life we are in the midst of death. Miss Almyra was 61 years old and lived all her life on the place where she died. She leaves four brothers and a host of friends and relatives to mourn their loss. She was a faithful member of Mt. Olivet Church since 1879. She was indeed a good Christian lady and lived her religion every day before the world. She always had a kind word for everybody, friendly and sociable and I don't know of anyone that will be more missed than this good woman. Her funeral was preached by James Briggs, to a very large assembly of people and her remains were laid to rest in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. May we all imitate her Christian life and meet her in Heaven.

CANNON, Thelma Irene FITCH
1918-1995
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Thelma Irene Cannon, daughter of Harvey and Lydia Harlow Fitch, was born August 26, 1918, in Salina, Kansas, and died November 27, 1995, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 77 years. Thelma lived in Kansas City where she worked for Jones Store Company as a clerk until she moved to Urich where she lived until moving to Clinton three years ago. She was married to Stanley Bryan Cannon who preceded her in death on July 20, 1981. She was a Methodist and attended the Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton. She was a member of the Henry County Historical Society, the Ladies Auxiliary of the Eagles, AARP and was the treasurer for the Henry County Unit of the American Cancer Society. She is survived by a stepson, Stan Cannon of Moses Lake, Washington, and one sister, Viola Lewis of Morena, California, as well as a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel Friday, December 1. Burial was in the Urich Cemetery.

CANNON, William Hill
1874-1954
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Jun 10 1954 - William H. Cannon, 79, died at Windsor Hospital Monday where he had been a patient for three days suffering with pneumonia. He had been an invalid several years as the result of a broken hip. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at the Huston-Turner Home. Burial was in Laurel Oak cemetery. Mr. Cannon was born July 8, 1874 and is a lifelong resident of Henry County. The family moved to Windsor from the farm in 1924. Surviving besides the wife, the former Ida Plecker, is one son, Orville Cannon of Sedalia.

CANTRELL, Dorlee Ruth CRAWFORD
1918-1993
Anderson Cemetery, Anderson, McDonald Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Dorlee Ruth Cantrell, 74, of Rt. 2, Anderson, passed away Friday, January 1, 1993 at McDonald County Health Care Center in Anderson after a long illness. She was born October 20, 1918 at Aurora. She was a former resident of the Mt. Zion Community before moving to Anderson 30 years ago. She was a member of the Patterson Heights Baptist Church west of Anderson. She was married to James P. (Stub) Cantrell March 18, 1939 at Pineville. He preceded her In death July 5, 1990. Surviving are one son, Gene Cantrell of Anderson; two daughters, Sissy Higgins of Lowry City, and Nancy Tom-linson of Goodman; one brother, Bill Crawford of Cardin, Ok.; three sisters, Hazel Richardson of Independence, Villa Mae Crawford and Etha Mae Davis, both of St. Louis; six grand-children and six great-grand-children. Funeral services were held Sunday, January 3, 1993 at Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson. Burial was in the Anderson Cemetery.

CANTRELL, Goldie B. ACKLIN
1911-1994
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Goldie B. Cantrell, 82, Windsor, died Monday, January 17, at Truman Valley Health Care Center in Windsor. She was born July 18, 1911 in Douglas County, Mo., near Richville, the daughter of Fred Monroe Acklin and Alice Baskins Acklin. On February 2, 1930, in Advance, Arkansas, she married Arnold Edward Cantrell, who preceded her in death October 14, 1976. Mrs. Cantrell was a homemaker and a mother. Survivors include a son, Tom Cantrell, Windsor; four daughters, Geraldine Manning, Windsor, Vadine Wagner, Lee's Summit, Anna May Thornely, Chilhowee, Nel Thornely, Norris; 14 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Friday, January 21, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee.

CANTRELL, John Burton
1917-2003
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 3 2003 - J. B. Cantrell, 85, Windsor died Thursday afternoon, February 27, 2003, at Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. He was born May 30, 1917, in Windsor, the son of George Henry Cantrell and Ollie Mae (Burton) Cantrell. On December 9, 1939, in Menden, Nevada, he married Louise Alta Scrogham, who died April 8, 1993. He was the tennis professional at the Carriage Racquet Club in Sacramento, California, for 12 years; manager and tennis professional at the Sutter Lawn Tennis Club, also in Sacramento, for 12 years. He also taught tennis for five years at the Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California. He served in the United States Navy during World War II and was a member of the First Christian Church, Windsor. He is survived by an aunt, Lillian Edwards, Anaheim, California; several nieces and nephews, and many friends. Memorial services will be Tuesday, March 4, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. The body was cremated.

CANTRELL, Louise Alta SCROGHAM
1909-1993
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Louise A. (Scrogham) Cantrell, 83, Clinton, died Thursday evening, April 8, 1993 at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born December 20, 1909, in Brownington, the daughter of Joseph Thomas and Almeda Jane Gwinn Scrogham. On December 9, 1939, in Minden, Nevada, she married John Burton (J. B.) Cantrell who survives of the home. She owned and operated a beauty shop at the Governor Hotel in San Francisco, California for 17 years, retiring in 1956. She was a member of the first Christian Church in Windsor. Mrs. Cantrell is survived by her husband; 2 sisters, Bennie Goodrich, Calhoun, Alma L. Hoffman, San Jose, California; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services were Monday, April 12, 1993 at the Hadley Funeral Home in Windsor. Cremation.

CAPPS, Betty Aileen SHERIDAN
1926-2011
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 18 2011 - Betty Aileen Capps was born March 3, 1926, in Moundville, the daughter of Martin Edward and Anna (Price) Sheridan. She died at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, on January 14, 2011, at the age of 84 years. Betty was married to Harold Capps, who survives. She worked at J.C. Penney's as a catalog clerk and in the clothing department. She was a member of the Clinton Christian Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Anna (Price) Sheridan; brothers and sisters, Phil Sheridan, Agnes Thomas, Frances Klotz, Dorothy Moore, Ted Sheridan, Eldon Sheridan, Beulah Thompson, Martin Sheridan, Merlin Sheridan and an infant Sheridan. Betty is survived by her husband, Harold of Warrensburg; daughter, Sherri Royal and husband, Kenny, Clinton; grandsons, Jason Royal and wife, Sarah, Springfield, and Jared Royal and wife, Erica, Clinton; great-grandchildren, Bret Royal, Eva Mae Royal, Benny Ladd and Isaac McGowen; one brother, Jack Sheridan, Shawnee, Kansas; also numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday, January 19, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CAPPS, George Harold
1923-2011
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 2 2011 - George Harold Capps, 88 of Clinton, died Wednesday at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg. Funeral services will be Saturday June 4 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel. Burial will be at Englewood Cemetery. George was born in Moundville to Benjamin and Jessie Adamson Capps. He served in the United States Navy Merchant Marines during WWII. He served as Office Manager for Diehl Tire Company, Clinton for thirty years. He was a member of the Clinton Christian Church and of the VFW Post 1894 where he served as Past Commander. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Betty, and three brothers, Clarence Capps, Ralph Capps and Wilard Capps. He is survived by one daughter Sherri Royal and husband Kenny, Clinton; two brothers, Benjamin "Frosty" Capps of Diamond and Donald Capps of El Dorado Springs; two grandchildren, Jason and Jared, and four great-grandchildren, Bennie, Isaac, Bret and Eva Mae.

CAPPS, Martha Eliza WELCH
1911-1991
Robinson Cemetery, Collins Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Martha Eliza Capps, 80, Weaubleau, passed away Sunday, November 17, 1991, at 2:12 a.m. in the Citizens Memorial Hospital Emergency Room, Bolivar. Funeral services were Tuesday, November 19, 1991, at Weaubleau First Baptist Church. Burial was in Robinson Cemetery. Pallbearers were grandsons, Eric Gumm, Joe Barger, Michael Barger. David Barger. Jason Capps and Steve Anderson. She was a homemaker. She was a lifelong resident of Hickory County. She was a member of the Weaubleau First Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Floyd of the home: three daughters. Shirley Gumm of Warsaw, Sharon Barger of El Dorado Springs and Linda Parks of Weaubleau; one son, Lee Capps, Kansas City; one brother, Roy Welch, Des Monies, Iowa; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

CARBAH, Betty Jo
1921-1936
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
DEATH IN MOTOR ACCIDENT - Miss Betty Jo Carbah met death at 6:10 a.m. Saturday, as a result of the Chevrolet sedan in which she was returning to Kansas City and a heavy stock truck colliding on the top of the hill, just west of Unity farm on Highway 50. The motor car was thrown to the side of the road and the side on which Miss Carbah was sitting was torn off, fatally injuring and crushing her body and vital internal organs. She was taken to the Kansas City General Hospital where at 8:15 death proved a blessed relief. The Spore & Son Ambulance brought the body to Clinton Sunday evening. Mrs. Addie Strode, sister of Miss Carbah of 115 North Prospect Avenue, Walter Wright of Monroe Avenue, John Baldwin of Norton Avenue, Kansas City, Mo., and. Miss Peggy Tuter of Clinton, were also in the car. Miss Tuter, who was badly bruised and suffered great shock, was brought home Saturday evening by William Vickers and is at present improving. Mr. Wright, who was driving, suffered bad head and face injuries and was taken to General Hospital unconscious and is still in a critical condition. Baldwin, fiance of Miss. Carbah, suffered shock and lacerations of the head and left arm, from which most of the skin was stripped. He is in General Hospital not expected to live. Mrs. Strode and her sister, who had been living at the Strode home, Messrs. Wright and Baldwin drove to Clinton Friday to have a short visit with Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Carbah as Miss Betty Jo and Mr. Baldwin were to be married Saturday evening. Miss Tuter joined them to return to the city and the happy party made an early start for what they hoped to be a beautiful day, with parental blessing upon them. Betty Jo Marie Carbah, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Carbah of 337 North Water street Clinton, was born July 1, 1921 and was a sweet, pretty child, who grew to attractive girlhood, with pleasing manners. She attended the Clinton schools and had been living with her sister, Mrs. Strode in Kansas City where she found employment at Dolly's Buffet. Mourning her untimely cutting off are the bereaved parents, three brothers, Loyd, Homer and Raymond Carbah of the home; four sisters, Mrs. Laura Oliphant, Mrs. Pearl La-Kemper of North Kansas City, Mrs. Irene Jackson, Picher, Okla., and Mrs. Addle Strode of Kansas City; three nephews, two nieces, Junior Oliphant, Bobby Gene and Harold Loyd Carbah, Clara Lee and Alice Jackson. The funeral services were Tuesday at the Carbah home.

CARBAH, Ira Leroy
1938-2010
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 29 2010 - Ira Leroy Carbah, 72, Clinton, did Thursday, July 22, 2010, at the Kansas City Hospice House, Kansas City. Leroy was born on May 3, 1938 in Clinton and moved to the Kansas City area in 1953 with his family. Leroy married his wife of 50 years, Geraldine Whitfill, on October 22, 1960. He was employed at RMF Steel for 32 years, before retiring and returning to the Clinton area. He was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church in Clinton. Leroy loved the outdoors, gardening, hunting and fishing. He and Geraldine loved taking several of the grandchildren camping for a week at Montrose, a tradition they continued for nearly 20 years. Leroy was preceded in death by his parents, Ira Loyd and Pauline Marie (Stott) Carbah, and two brothers, Bobby Gene Carbah and Harold Loyd Carbah. In addition to his wife, Geraldine, survivors include three daughters, Brenda Meiners of Grandview, Elizabeth Berardi and her husband Paul, and Karen Mullens and her husband Randy, all of Kansas City; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two sisters, Bonnie Johnson and her husband George, Hollister, and Alice Hill and her husband Joe, Belton; his Grandma Mae McAllister, and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Funeral services were Monday, July 26, at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CARBAH, Pauline Marie STOTTS
1913-2000
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 21 2000 - Pauline Marie Carbah, 86, Grandview, formerly of Clinton, died Sunday, August 20, 2000, at a Grandview nursing center. Funeral services will be Tuesday, at the Consalus Funeral Home. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. She was born September 30, 1913, in Hartwell, to Ava Arthur and Katherine E. Hardison Stotts. She moved from Clinton to Kansas City in 1953, and was employed as a record clerk for the Old American Insurance Company where she retired in 1978 after 12 years of service. Mrs. Carbah was a member of the Kansas City Baptist Temple. she was preceded in death by her husband, Ira Loyd Carbah in 1969; her parents; two sons, Bobby Gene in 1956, and Harold Loyd Carbah in 1991; one granddaughter; one grandson, Steven Carbah, and two brothers, Cecil and Claude Stotts. Mrs. Carbah is survived by two daughters, Bonnie Johnson and her husband George, Raytown, and Alice Hill and her husband Joe, Belton; one son, Leroy Carbah and his wife Geraldine, Kansas City; 14 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Wyonna Levitt and Viola Harrelson, both of Clinton, and several nieces and nephews.

CARDER, Benjamin
1842-1900
Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Mar 1900 - On last Thursday, March 29, Benjamin Carder, old and respected citizen of the Gaines neighborhood, died of pneumonia. Mr. Carder was born in St. Louis county September 30, 1842 and came to Henry County with his parents about 50 years ago. He died at the Carder homestead settled by his father. He united with the Christian Church some 25 years ago and attempted to carry out the principles of his religious conviction without ostentaiton or show in his daily life. He married Margaret Prewett in 1866. They raised a family of five children, two sons and three daughters, all at home but one, Mrs. T. J. Martin, who lives in the neighborhood. As one by one the pioneers of our county are laid away and covered with the clods of the valley, we fell more lonely and the reflection is more vivid and real that 'ere long those of us who first began to subdue the natural conditions here 50 years ago will have passed from the memory of man. Other men will till the soil first brought into subjection by the pioneer's plow.

CARDER, Delores M. DAVENPORT
1922-2005
Spring River Cemetery, Verona, Lawrence Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 29 2005 - Delores Carder, 83, Aurora, died Friday, August 26, 2005, in the Aurora Nursing Center. She was born to John and Mary Doty Davenport March 24, 1922, in Fredonia, Arizona. She was a member of the First Baptist Church and was a homemaker. She married Dick Carder October 15, 1939, and he died in 2004. Survivors include one son Lowell carder of Billings; two daughters, Ann Deskins of Clinton and Louise Ruggeri of St. Louis; one brother Tom Davenport of Marshfield; one sister Roma Steele, Sioux Falls, South Dakota; six grandsons and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister Maithel Martin. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 30, in the First Baptist Church, under the direction of Peterson Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in Spring River Cemetery.

CARDER, Jewell Alene BEST
1924-1994
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Jewell Alene Carder, 69, Chilhowee, died Friday, July 15, 1994, at the Western Missouri Medical Center, Warrensburg. Cremation. Mrs. Carder was born September 26, 1924, in Chilhowee, the daughter of Robert and Cecile Utt Best. She was a lifelong resident of the Chilhowee community. She worked with the food service at Central Missouri State University for 15 years, retiring in 1985. Mrs. Carder was a member of the United Methodist Church in Chilhowee, the Republican Committee Woman from Chilhowee and was the recipient of the Republican Party Achievement Award for 1993. She is survived by three sons, Doug Carder, Grandview, Gregg Carder, Oak Grove, Bob Carder, Chilhowee; five daughters, Lynne Miller, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Tina Noland, Towanda, Kansas, Sherry Hix, Merriam, Kanas, Brenda Carder, Salt Lake City, Utah, Nancy Saidian, Kansas City; one brother Herbert Best, and one sister Norma Strange, both of Chilhowee; 13 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

CARDER, Richard O. "Dick"
1916-2004
Spring River Cemetery, Verona, Lawrence Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 21 2004 - Richard "Dick" Carder, 87, Aurora, died Wednesday, April 21, 2004, in St. John's Hospital, Aurora. He was born to Ora and Lola Curnutte Carder on September 28, 1916, in Sarcoxie. He was a retired auto mechanic and a United States Army veteran. Survivors include his wife, Dolores; one son, Lowell Carder, Billings; two daughters, Ann Deskins, Clinton, and Louise Ruggeri, St. Louis; one sister, Dorothy Fischer, Bolivar; six grandsons, seven great-grandsons and one great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held Friday, April 23, in the First Baptist Church under the direction of Peterson Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in Spring River Cemetery.

CARDWELL, Carl Junior "Poppy"
1943-2013
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 5 2013 - Carl Junior Cardwell, son of James and Frances (Thompson) Cardwell, was born August 25, 1943, in Warsaw. Carl graduated from Warsaw High School in 1961 and was employed by Electricom, Inc. In 1956, he married his high school sweetheart, Shirley McNue, and two children were born to this union in 1963 and 1964. In 1964 the family moved to Salem, Missouri, for employment and in 1970 he went to work for United Telephone Company. Carl loved his way of life and the family had a lot of friends and enjoyed the Current River, as well as horses and horse shows. Carl also learned to shoe horses and was called the "Hillbilly Horseshoer". He was a great teacher of life skills and how to use his horsemanship to the best of his ability. He broke and trained horses and taught all his children to ride and show horses. The family moved to Clinton in 1976 where he became a supervisor for the phone company. He continued his love of horses and horse shows, making many new friends again. His granddaughters began to arrive and of course he taught them to ride and barrel race. In 2002, along came his first great grandchild, Cory, and the two of them became very best friends and best buddies as they would do everything together. They have a special bond with each other that will never be broken. They taught each other so very much and Carl always looked forward to Cory coming out to the garage just to piddle, ride four-wheelers or horses or the last couple of months just to sit and watch TV. He loved his Collin and Savannah also and was just getting to know Sydney, Maddison and Hayleigh. Carl was past president of the Dent County Saddle Club, past president of the Golden Valley Saddle Club, was a member of the Henry County Fair Board, a founder of the Henry County Sheriffs Posse. He also worked with the Jug Town Colts 4-H Club and helped with the Calhoun Colt Show and never missed a parade or horse show. Carl is survived by the love of his life, Shirley, whom he was married to 51 years this April; his son, Jeff Cardwell and his daughter, Carla Pickett and husband, John; three granddaughters, Amber Parker and husband, Tristin, Cheyenne Cardwell and Aaron McNeeley and Ashley Jackson; six great-grandchildren, Cory Knight, Collin Parker, Savannah McNeeley, Sydney Jackson, Maddison Jackson and Hayleigh Jackson, as well as two sisters, Diane Forth of Calhoun and Kathy Sperry of Altamont, Illinois. Funeral services were held Thursday, January 24, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery (sic), Clinton.

CARDWELL, Dickie Lee
1952-2002
Turkey Creek Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 21 2002 - Dickie Lee Cardwell, 50, Warrensburg, died Tuesday, November 19, 2002, at his home. He was born July 29 1952, in Warsaw, the son of James and Frances Thompson Cardwell. He grew up near Warsaw and graduated from Warsaw High School in 1970. He worked for Bishop Gunstock Factory and later moved to Clinton and Windsor where he worked as a cable splicer for the telephone company and was also a logger. He later moved to Warrensburg where he was employed as a supervisor for the Central Missouri State University Project Shop. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Betty, of the home; three sons, Timothy Shawn Cardwell, Lincoln, James Brian Cardwell, Windsor, and Stephen Daniel Cardwell, Warrensburg; three daughters, Cassandra Ross and Della Martin, both of Chesapeake, Virginia, and Georgia Dunlap of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and six grandchildren; two brothers, Carl Cardwell, Calhoun, and John Cardwell, Windsor; three sisters, Geraldine Angel, Deepwater, Diana Forth, Calhoun, and Kathy Sperry of Altamont Illinois; several nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 23, at the Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial will be in the Turkey Creek Cemetery, near Warsaw.

CARDWELL, James Brian
1975-2011
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Brian Cardwell, 36, of Windsor, Missouri, was found dead Sunday, December 25, 2011, as the result of an accident. He was born December 16, 1975, in Clinton, Mo., the son of Dickie Lee Cardwell and Karen Kay (Strohmeyer) Cardwell. On September 17, 2004, in Windsor, Mo., he married Stacia Rennee (Staci) Evrard and she survives of the home in Windsor. Brian worked in construction, as a carpenter, for many years and had worked for a number of years for Parson Evergreen, building houses at Whiteman Air Force Base in Knob Noster and at Ft. Dix Air Force Base, in New Jersey. He had also built houses in the Clinton and Windsor areas. Most recently, he was working for RC&L Wiring in Sedalia. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion Post #2011, Windsor. Brian was a hard worker who loved his family and also loved the outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. In addition to his wife, Staci, survivors include his mother, Karen K. Clemens, Melbourne, Arkansas; maternal grandmother, Anna Kirk, Clinton, Mo.; 3 stepsons, Coty Nicholson, Ft. Bliss, Texas; Levi Keele, Warrensburg, Mo.; and Shae Childers of the home; 2 brothers, Timothy Cardwell and Stephen Cardwell, both of Clinton, Mo.; a nephew, Travis Cardwell, Clinton, Mo.; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father. Funeral services will be Friday, December 30, 2011, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CARDWELL, James Hulen
1918-1998
Turkey Creek Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - James Hulen Cardwell, 80, Deepwater, died Wednesday, April 15, 1998, at the Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton He was born on April 11, 1918, in Benton County, near Edwards, the son of James and Millie Ritter Cardwell. He grew up in Benton County and on September 12, 1940, near Warsaw, he was married to Frances Louise Thompson. Following their marriage, they made their home on a farm near Warsaw and unto this union three sons and three daughters were born. On July 13, 1944, he was inducted into the United States Army and served his country during World War II. He served in Germany and was awarded the Purple Heart on March 16, 1945. He was honorably discharged on January 29, 1946. Following his discharge, Mr. Cardwell returned to Warsaw where he was a general laborer, working for many individuals in southern Benton County. He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances, on December 29, 1975, and also three brothers. He is survived by three sons, Carl Cardwell of Clinton, John Cardwell of Windsor and dick Cardwell, Warrensburg, and three daughters, Geraldine Angel of Deepwater, Diana Forth of Calhoun and Kathy Sperry of Altamont, Illinois; 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 18, at the Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial will be in the Turkey Creek Chapel Cemetery, near Warsaw.

CARDWELL, John Wayne
1947-2012
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 10 2012 - John W. Cardwell, 64, rural Windsor, died Wednesday morning, August 8, 2012, at Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia, after a five-year battle with lung cancer. He was born on December 10, 1947, at Warsaw, the son of James Hulen Cardwell and Frances Louise Thompson. On October 19, 1968, he married Betty Jean Williams and to this union two daughters were born. On December 31, 1985, in Warrensburg, he married Shirley Ann Corbin and she survives of the home. John built houses in Windsor with Sterling Glass for over 15 years before going to the University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, where he worked for 22 years, retiring in 2007. John had many interests throughout his lifetime and was a "Jack Of All Trades", as he could do anything with tools or engines. He enjoyed working crossword puzzles, playing cards, fishing and vegetable gardening. He also enjoyed reading Zane Gray and Louis L'Amour western books and working on cars. In addition to his wife, Shirley, he is survived by a son, Justin Sanders; two daughters, Sheri Craig and her husband, William, and Heather Fosnow, all of Windsor; seven grandchildren, Hunter Wayne Cardwell, Danielle Jacey Craig, Macy Jean Fosnow, Darius Wayne Sanders, Parker Lee Craig, Dominic Eugene James Sanders and Brody James Craig; a brother, Carl Cardwell, Calhoun; three sisters, Geraldine Angel, Deepwater, Diana Forth, Calhoun, Kathy Sperry, Altamont, Illinois, and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Dickie Lee Cardwell, and a nephew, Brian Cardwell. Funeral services will be Saturday, August 11, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CARDWELL, Mary Elizabeth "Beth" BINGHAM
1943-2005
Mount Olivet Cemetery, Kearney, Clay Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 13 2005 - Mary Elizabeth "Beth" Cardwell, daughter of Loren Willard and Mary Mildred (McBride) Bingham, was born November 27, 1943, in St. Louis and went to be with her Lord on March 29, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton at the age of 61 years. Beth was united in marriage to Norman Cardwell, Jr. on November 24, 1962. She was a loving homemaker and a faithful member of the First Assembly of God Church in Clinton. Beth was preceded in death by her daughter Michelle Lee Cardwell. She is survived by her husband Norman of the home; one son Kevin Cardwell and granddaughter Stephanie of Olive Branch, Mississippi; her parents, Loren and Mary Bingham of Gladstone, as well as two brothers, Rick Bingham of Kansas City and Randy Bingham of Gladstone; four sisters, Roberta (Earl) Griffin of Kansas City, Debbie Fairlain Shaw of Gladstone, Loretta (Rod) Collum of Excelsior Springs, and Valorie (Dennis) Baltzel of Liberty, and two sisters-in-law, Sallie Daniel of Kansas City, and Donna Cardwell of Liberty, as well as nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the First Assembly of God Church, Clinton, on Friday, April 1. Graveside services and burial was in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Clay County.

CARDWELL, Norman Lee Jr.
1942-2008
Mount Olivet Cemetery, Kearney, Clay Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 19 2009 - Norman Lee Cardwell Jr., Clinton, was born Nov. 10, 1942, in Clay County, son of Norman Lee and emma Mae (Cavanaugh) Cardwell Sr. He went to be with the Lord on Nov. 10, 2008, at his home in Clinton. He lived in Kansas City where he worked for MODOT. In l983 he moved to Clinton where he was maintenance superintendent until he retired 11 years ago. He was a member and deacon of the First Assembly of God Church, Clinton; past president of the Highway Employee's Association and a life member of the NRA where he was a Golden Eagle. He was preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Emma Mae; his wife of 43 years, Mary Elizabeth "Beth", his daughter, Michelle Lee and three brothers, Curtis, Clifford and R.G. (Gene). He is survived by his wife, Retha of the home; one son, Kevin Cardwell and one granddaughter, Stephanie Cardwell, both of Olive Branch, Mississippi; one sister, Sallie Daniel of Kansas City, Missouri; his in-laws, Loren and Mary Bingham of Gladstone, Missouri; five sisters-in-law, Donna Cardwell of Gladstone, Missouri, Roberta (Earl) Griffin of Kansas City, Missouri, Debbie (Fairlen) Shaw of Gladstone, Loretta (Rod) Collum of Excelsior Springs, Missouri and Valorie (Dennis) Baltzel of Liberty, Missouri; two step sons, Dean Webber and wife Karen and Richard Webber and wife Beth, of Clinton; two brothers-in-law, Rick Bingham and Randy Bingham, as well as a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends who mourn his departure. Funeral services were held at the First Assembly of God Church, Clinton, on Friday, Nov. 14. Interment was in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Clay County.

CARDWELL, Tommy W.
1945-2010
Bethel Campground Cemetery, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 17 2010 - Tommy W. Cardwell, age 64, of Warsaw, passed away Sunday morning, March 14, 2010 at his home. He was born on May 14, 1945, a son of Tom & Minnie (Moon) Cardwell. On September 4, 1976 he was united in marriage to his wife Debbie, in Clinton, Missouri. Unto this union one son and one daughter were born. Tommy worked and lived in Clinton and Joplin, before returning to Warsaw, where he was employed for Bishop Gunstock and later Fajen Gunstock as a carver. He is a member of the Harmony Heights Baptist Church, in Joplin, Missouri. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, but his most enjoyable time was that spent with his family and friends, whom will miss him dearly. He is preceded in death by his parents and one infant brother Billy Cardwell. He is survived by his wife, Debbie, of the home, a son Thomas Alan Cardwell, Sr. and his wife Christy, of, Warrensburg, Missouri, a daughter, Melanie Grover, and her husband Adam, of Knob Noster, Missouri, four grandchildren, Thomas, Samantha, Daisy & Lexy, two brothers, Roy Cardwell and Jimmy Cardwell, of Warsaw, five sisters Mary Lucille Allen, of Springfield, Missouri, Eveline Lee, of Cross Timbers, Missouri, Martha Evans, of Warsaw, Dorothy Branderhorst, of Oregon, and Alice Coke, of Warsaw, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services will be Thursday, March 18, 2010 at the Reser Funeral Home, in Warsaw. Burial will be in the Bethel Campground Cemetery, near Edwards, Missouri.

CAREY, Aaron
1922-2002
Elmwood Cemetery, Wagoner, Wagoner Co, OK
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 2 2002 - A funeral service for Aaron Carey, 79, Chouteau, Oklahoma, was held Tuesday, April 2, at the Church of God in Wagoner, Oklahoma. He died Saturday, March 30, 2002, at his home. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Frances Carey; his parents and six brothers. He was born October 13, 1922, in Mazie, Oklahoma, to Richard and Nancy (Fisher) Carey. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army. He was a POW, captured at the Battle of the Bulge. He received many medals, including the Prisoner of War, Good Conduct, Qualification Combat Infantryman 1st Award, European-African Middle Eastern Campaign, Victory Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Bronze Star and the Oklahoma Medal of Valor. He is survived by four daughters, Clara Marie McCown of Windsor, Linda Easter and Wynona Burwell, both of Clinton and Janie Jump of Wagoner, Oklahoma; step-daughter, Carol Burwell, Wagoner; brother, Willard Carey of Louisiana; sister, Nellie Thomas of Wagoner; 12 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, six step-grandchildren, 14 step-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Burial was in Elmwood Cemetery, Wagoner, with arrangements by Mallett Funeral Home, Wagoner, Oklahoma.

CARINDER, Rachel HOYT
1901-2002
Sunset Lawns Cemetery, ElDorado, Butler Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 30 2002 - Rachel Hoyt Carinder, 100, Clinton, died Wednesday, May 29, 2002, at Golden Valley Hospital. Funeral services will be Monday, June 3, at Consalus-Bradley Chapel. Graveside services will be held the same day, at Sunset Lawns Cemetery, ElDorado, Kansas. She was born November 10, 1901, in Monroeville, Ohio, daughter of Charles F. and Nellie E. Bounds Hoyt. In 1908, the family moved to ElDorado, Kansas, where she attended school, graduating in 1920. She went on to receive a teaching degree from the University of Kansas. She taught school for 25 years, most of that time spent in the ElDorado school system. She married John L. Carinder in 1953 and they resided in Kansas City until he retired from TWA in 1965. They built a home in Clinton, moving here in 1965. Mr. Carinder died in 1971. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority, DAR and a former member of the Clinton Garden Club. Her daughter, Suzanne Latta, preceded her in death. Survivors include her son-in-law, Robert E. Latta, Loveland, Ohio; one sister-in-law, Ruth Lee and husband Carl, Tucson, Arizona; two granddaughters, Anne Latta, Poughkeepsie, New York, and Margaret Eads and husband Curt, Cincinnati, Ohio; four great-grandchildren, Peter and Hannah Stromberg and twins Jessica and Katherine Eads; along with several nieces and nephews.

CARL, Adella Marlyene BROWN
1940-2002
Kidds Chapel Cemetery, Chalk Level Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 4 2002 - Adella Marlyene (Brown) Carl, Osceola, was born July 25, 1940, to Floyd and Ruby Brown in Harwood. She died Monday, June 3, 2002, at the Missouri Rehabilitation Center in Mt. Vernon. On January 4, 1957, she married Joe Carl. She was preceded in death by her parents, aunts and uncles, a brother-in-law and a sister-in-law. She is survived by her husband, Joe Carl, of the home; her six children and spouses, Linda and Buddy Brower of Shell City, Mary Carl of Lowry City, Marsha and Michael McCarthy of Lowry City, Nancy and Bud Dillon of Prairie Village, Kansas, Joel and Sharon Carl of Osceola, Ronda and John Stomp of Appleton City; 15 grandchildren; sister, JoAnn Trude, Sheldon; a brother, J. E. Brown, Harwood; aunt and uncle, Mary and Joe Poe of Wichita, Kansas; an uncle; Elmer Kirby, Nevada, many nieces and nephews and cousins. Funeral services will be Thursday, June 6, in the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel. Burial will be in the Kidds Chapel Cemetery near Lowry City.

CARLETON, Forest
1908-1993
Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Forest Carleton, 85, 1704 NW O'Brien, Lee's Summit, formerly of Clinton, died Wednesday, October 20, 1993 at Lee's Summit Hospital. His wife Lena M. Carleton, died on April 30, 1989. He retired in 1972 after more than 30 years of service as a dairyman for Foremost Dairy, Kansas City; then moved to Clinton and then to Lee's Summit, this year after his health was failing. He was born in Leesville on July 25, 1908. Services will be Saturday, October 23, at D. W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Chapel, Kansas City. Burial will be in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens, Kansas City. Survivors include one son, Forest Lee Carleton of Lee's Summit, and one daughter, Mary Levena Fincke of Overland Park, Ks., three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

CARLETON, Forest Lee
1936-2003
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 21 2003 - Forest Lee Carleton, 66, Lee's Summit, died Sunday, October 19, 2003, at his lake home. Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 22, at the Langsford Funeral Home, Lee's Summit. He was born December 9, 1936, in Clinton, the son of Forest and Lena Carleton. He retired in 1991 from Sears after 26 years of service. He was presently working for Adesa Auto Auction. He was a lifetime Eagle Scout and served in the boy Scouts of America for many years. He was a member of Troop 220, a member of Mic-o-Say and a member of the Lee's Summit United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Elizabeth Carleton of the home; three children and their families, his son, Steve Carleton and his wife Kim, and their children, Hallie and Christian; his son, Scott Carleton and his wife Kathie and their children, Ashley, Emily and Bailey; his daughter, Suzanne Rountree and her husband Robert, all of Lee's Summit; his sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Bill Fincke.

CARLETON, James Edgar
1870-1938
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, 1938 - Death, unannounced, stepped beside J. E. Carleton of Leesville as he returned to his home Sunday, up the little lane about a quarter of a mile from the house and left him there, but the side of the road, lifeless and unprotected from the terrific heat of what remained of the Sabbath Day and Monday. A neighbor, Mr. Bell, going home about 7:30 p.m. Monday, passed that way and to his distress found the body. The coroner, Dr. S. B. Hughes, was summoned and pronounced death due to natural causes, both heart and heat presumably. Consalus and Peck were summoned and the body prepared for immediate burial which was Tuesday afternoon. James Edgar Carleton, son of James and Isabelle Carleton, was born March 5, 1870, near Leesville, and spent his entire life in that community, farming when he became a man, as had his father before him. He was one of 11 children of his parents, all of whom have been called back into the Great Beyond, except one brother, W. P. Carleton, also of the community, his only survivor. He was united in marriage to Sally Dukes, Dec. 12, 1893. To this union one son, Hugh Alvin, was born to brighten the home, but passed away at the age of 32, leaving his father alone as the wife and mother had died just two years earlier. He was converted when a young man and joined the Methodist church at Leesville, remaining steadfast in that faith until death. Funeral services for this good and quiet man whose life had been closed alone was conducted at the Tebo Church Tuesday by and interment was made in the Methodist cemetery nearby.

CARLETON, John Stranger
1856-1932
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - John Carleton died at his home north of Leesville, at 1:50 a.m. Tuesday, after a long illness with bladder and kidney trouble. John Stranger Carleton, son of James and Isabel Carleton, was born April 1, 1856 on a farm north of Leesville near his present home. October 16, 1881, he was united in marriage to Mary Helen Miller of Benton county. To this union four sons were born, two dying in infancy. Besides the grief stricken wife he leaves to mourn his peaceful departure two sons, Homer and Curtis Carleton near his home, also two grandchildren, Hazel Dean Carleton of Leesville, and Mrs. Leo Shanks of Centerview. He leaves the following brothers and sister: Thomas Carleton, St. John, Kansas; Ed Carleton, Ladue; Will and Sam Carleton and Mrs. Jacob Vanhoozier, Leesville, and Mrs. Jane Journey near Santiago, Mo. During his young manhood he was converted at a revival meeting held in the Old Leesville school house by Bro. Harney. He united with the First M. E. Church at Leesville and remained a consistent member until his death. For several years at various times he served as Sunday school superintendent and taught various Sunday school classes. He lived a life of usefulness, helpfulness and kindness. He went about doing good. He always enjoyed the church services and especially the music. He came from a family of music lovers. His grandfather was a Methodist minister. He had always lived in and near Leesville. For eighteen years he was in partnership with his brother Will, in a general merchandise store there. The rest of his life was spent on a farm. He cleared the timber and erected all of the farm buildings where he passed away.

CARLETON, Mary Helen MILLER
1858-1935
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mary Helen Miller, daughter of William and Caroline Miller, was born in Calloway county, Mo., November 4, 1858 and died at 12 o'clock noon, April 18, 1935, being 76 years, 5 months and 14 days of age. She was one of a family of seven children. She is survived by the following sisters, Mesdames Will Walker and Betty Junod of near Ft. Lyon and Mrs. Jennie Carleton near Leesville. October 16, 1881, she was united in marriage to John Stranger Carleton of near Leesville. He died February 2, 1932. To this union four sons were born. Surviving are: Curtis and Homer of near her home. She also leaves three grandchildren, Hazel and Bobby Gene Carleton of Leesville and Mrs. Leo Shanks of near Centerview. Since her marriage she spent her entire life northeast of Leesville. When she and her husband were first married they lived just across the road from her husband's brother-in-law Henry Carpenter and wife. Elbert Sell and wife now live on the Carpenter farm, but nothing remains of the Carleton's first home except some large lilac bushes that were set out by her. It was at this place their sons were born. From there they moved to Leesville, where her late husband in partnership with his brother Will, had a general store for eighteen years. While in Leesville they lived in the brick house now owned by Ivan Smith, later moving to the place now owned by Jim Logan. On account of her poor health they sold their store and to be near their son Curtis, bought a farm adjoining his. Here the husband cleared the timber and erected the farm buildings. 'Twas on this farm they both spent their remaining days. Not many years after her marriage she and her husband were both converted during a revival meeting held in the old Leesville school house. The revival was held by Rev. Harney. When the present Methodist church of Leesville was built she and her husband united with it, and remained a member until death. "Aunt Mollie" as she was better known, loved flowers. As long as she was able to care for them her yard and garden were a profusion of blossoms from early spring until late autumn. Her bouquets brightened many a sick room. She enjoyed cooking and preparing sweets for her loved ones and the children. She loved to tell jokes and play pranks in her younger days when health permitted. Her sense of humor remained during her failing years. Hers was always a giving hand to the needy and those less fortunate than she. Her contributions to the poor have been many and varied. Her love for her grandchildren was manifested in everything and she and her husband were always so happy when they were in their home. She had been in poor health for a great many years. Stomach trouble had been her main illness, but she tenderly cared for her husband during his years of declining health and passing. Since his departure she has lived in a part of her house on the farm but always said she was so lonely. Chronic bronchial trouble caused her death, which occurred at the home of her sister, Mrs. Jennie Carleton. She went there two weeks before for a visit. While there she became ill and after one week's illness in bed she died. Everything that loving hands could do was done for her comfort and recovery. She was conscious until the last moments and strength was given her to tell the loved ones standing around her bed that she knew and saw them and she could also see heaven, Jesus, her happy husband, but some faces she couldn't see. She said she was so happy and ready to go for heaven was so beautiful. She then quietly passed into Eternity. Funeral services were conducted Friday at Tebo church. Interment in the Tebo Cemetery beside her husband. The pall bearers were her two nephews, Chester and Bartin Miller, her husband's nephews, Elbert and Kenneth Sell and Virgil Ashley and their former pastor's son George Beard. Relatives and friends from a distance attending the funeral were: Bartin Miller and Will Harvey of Ft. Lyon, Mrs. Rose Miller, Misses Ruth and Hazel Walker, Wesley Miller near Santiago, Charles Province and wife, Clinton, Mrs. Carrie Carleton, Loyd and Forest Carleton and families of Clinton, Erie Journey of Chilhowee, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Shanks of Centerview, Martin Larson, Holden.

CARLETON, Samuel Lincoln
1860-1934
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Samuel Lincoln Carleton, one of the thirteen children of James and Isabelle Carleton, was born near Leesville September 19, 1862, and departed this life at 8 p.m. September 30, 1934, being 72 years and 11 days of age. On September 15, 1888, he was united in marriage to Susan Jane Miller, who has proven a true companion and helpmate throughout their years together and is now left to mourn his departure. Though the parting is very sad for her, yet she weeps not as one who has no hope, for her husband is one who early put his faith in God and ever trusted in Him. At the age of 12 years he was converted and united with the M. E. church at Leesville of which he was a faithful member until death. "Uncle Sam" as he was known far and near was a consistent Christian putting into daily living the principles of his Master. He always enjoyed church services and religious gatherings anywhere. No matter where he was or who was present he always in some way brought into the conversation something of the Bible or Christ. He was a man of power in prayer and his rich voice always brought joy to ones heart as he sang in the church services. He chose farming as his profession and as he toiled along he also toiled for his Master. He had many years of poor health. During the early years of their marriage they lived in Benton County east of Leesville. On account of ill health he quit farming and for awhile they lived with his brother John and wife in Leesville while he was under a doctor's care. He then purchased a farm north of Leesville where they resided until his death with the exception of part of a year 1918-1919 they spent in Excelsior Springs, Mo., where he went for his health. For the last eight months he had been confined to the house and bed most of his time and was never free from suffering. Every medical aid that could be given was rendered and every attention possible was given by his loving wife who so tenderly cared for him during all his illness and until his departure. Besides his wife he leaves to mourn his departure the following brothers and sister: Thomas Carleton, St. John, Kans.; Will and Edd Carleton and Laura Vanhoozier, all of near Leesville; besides a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted at Tebo Church, where he had always loved to attend services, Monday. Pall bearers were: Homer and Curtis Carleton, Elbert Sell, Elbert Crowder, Leo Shanks and Rufe Delozier. Those attending from a distance were Prof. P. A. Carleton and wife, Kingsville; Leo Shanks and wife, Centerview; Bartin, Wesley Miller, Will Walker, Chester Miller and wife, Ft. Lyon; Monroe Carleton and wife, Charles Province and wife, Clinton.

CARLETON, Sanford Parker
1882-1970
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Funeral services for Sanford Parker Carleton, 87, El Dorado Springs, who died Sept. 23, were held Sept. 25 at El Dorado Springs with graveside services and burial at Laurel Oak Cemetery. Mr. Carleton was born October 25, 1882, in Benton County, the son of John and Elizabeth Carleton. He was married to Zarilla Greeson, who survives. Mr. Carleton lived south of Windsor before moving to El Dorado Springs where they have lived for many years. He is also survived by two sisters, Mrs. Dillie Weakley, Muskogee, Okla., and Mrs. Gertrude Rains, Denver, Colorado.

CARLETON, Ulysses Simpson Grant
1864-1920
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Ulysses Simpson Grant Carleton, the son of James and Isabelle Carleton, was born November 2, 1864, near Leesville, Mo., and departed this life April 14, 1920, at 10 o'clock p.m., being 55 years 5 months and 12 days of age. He took ill Nov. 17th, 1919, both in mind and body, and gradually grew weaker until the death angel called him home. All that kind physicians, loving wife, children and faithful friends and neighbors could do was done to relieve his suffering, but all could not stay the hand of death. Grant was a kind and loving husband and father. He was converted at about the age of 18 and united with the M. E. church of Leesville, where he had since lived a faithful Christian life. On March the 6th, 1890, he was united in marriage to Cora B. Eberting. To this union 8 children were born, 3 dying when young, five survive - Mrs. Lizzie Bailey, of Clinton; Opal, Walter, Lloyd and Forest at home; also leaves five brothers and three sisters - T. P. Carleton, of St. John, Kan.; Will, of Leesville; Sam, John and Ed., all living near Leesville; Mrs. Jane Journey, of Clinton; Mrs. Laura VanHoozier, of near Leesville, and Mrs. Mat Renfro, of Colorado. The remains were taken to Tebo church, where funeral services were conducted, after which the body was laid to rest in the cemetery nearby, beside his children who had gone on before.

CARLETON, William Priestley
1854-1945
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Jun 7 1945 - W. P. Carleton, a former resident of Leesville, passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Lyle Chambers in Kansas City, Kansas, at eight o'clock Friday morning, June 1. Mr. Carleton was 90 years of age. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Methodist Church at Leesville. Burial was in the Tebo Cemetery with the late Mr. Carleton's grandsons serving as pallbearers. - The Sedalia Democrat, Sedalia MO, Thursday, Jun 7 1945 - Burial of William P. Carleton, aged 90 years, of Sedalia, who passed away June 1 at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Lyle C. Chambers, 1706 North Thirteenth street, Kansas City, Kas., was held at Tebo cemetery near Clinton Sunday. Interment was by the side of his wife, who passed away four years ago. Sedalians attending the burial included two sons, C. C. Carleton, Mrs. Carleton, and W. E. Carleton and family, Mr. and Mrs. D. McQueen. Besides those named he is survived by a daughter, Mrs. George McQueen and a son, James M. Carleton of Kansas City. Fifteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren also survive. two of the grandsons are in the military service, Pfc. Irvin Carleton, stationed at Thomasville, Ga., and Cpl. William A. Carleton in the South Pacific.

CARLISLE, Mary E. HOUSER
1828-1905
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Sep 30 1905 - The death of Mrs. J. A. Carlisle came at their home one mile southeast of town, after nine weeks' illness with bowel trouble at 8 a.m. Saturday, September 23, 1905. Born in Brownville, Maryland, October 24, 1828, the next to the eldest of 13 children. Her maiden name was Mary Houser; married to Mr. Carlisle at Frederick, Maryland, March 15, 1852. They had one son and four daughters, the son and one daughter dying when quite young. The weeping loving ones who bade her the last earthly farewell were her husband; three daughters, the oldest Mrs. Fannie Maitland, whom death lately made a widow and who will make her home at her father's, and two twin daughters, Miss Sallie and Miss Mollie. A Baptist who let her light shine with gentle radiance. Mr. Carlisle moved his family to Clinton May 1, 1869. For the past years they have resided at their country home, this side of Jackson's Mill. Burial in Englewood.

CARLOCK, Elverda Rae KINZLE
1929-1998
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Elverda Rae Carlock, 68, Montrose, died Monday, July 27, 1998, at Cedar County Memorial Hospital, El Dorado Springs, as a result of injuries received from an accident. She was born on December 4, 1929, in Creighton. Elverda was raised on a farm near Creighton by her parents, Frank Kinzle and Ruth Jenkins Kinzle. She had seven brothers and sisters. She became a Christian in early childhood and carried out this devotion to her Lord throughout her life She was an active church member and Sunday school teacher for many years. She was a member of the Presbyterian-Methodist Church in Montrose and president of the United Methodist Women. Elverda married William (Bill) Carlock on September 14, 1947. They raised four daughters in Blairstown. She was employed by the Head Start program from 1967-1978. While working for this program, she took college courses and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Central Missouri State University in 1978. After receiving this degree, they moved to Montrose, where she taught kindergarten and first and second grades for 17 years at Montrose Public Schools She loved teaching and gave many children a good foundation for the rest of their education. It was evident to all that knew Elverda that she loved children and she was looking forward to being a great-grandmother later this year. Elverda was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters in childhood and one half-sister, Anna Ruth Carmichael. She is survived by her husband Bill Carlock of the home; four daughters, Charlotte Hager and husband Larry, Clinton, Linda Courtney and husband Edwin, Kingsville, Billie Bopp and husband Allan, Overland Park, Kansas, and Kristy Douty and husband Alan, Butler; nine grandchildren, Timothy Hager and wife Liane, Jeremy Hager, Joey Courtney, Norman Courtney, Julie Courtney, Ryan Beavers, Scott Green, Erin Green, Brett Green and two step-grandchildren, Justin Bopp and Sarah Bopp; two brothers, Donald Kinzle of Kansas City and Karl Kinzle of Kearney; four sisters, Dorothy Hoemuth of Roundup, Montana, Evelyn Cypret of Sunrise Beach, Nina Cypret of Alamagordo, New Mexico, and Mina Bateman of Great Falls, Montana. Memorial services will be Thursday, July 30, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton.

CARLOCK, William Calvin
1924-2005
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 11 2005 - William Calvin Carlock, 80, Montrose, died July 10, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, of pneumonia. He was the only child of Jesse Oliver and Ester Matilda (Gatton) Carlock, born on August 12, 1924, in Albany. He was married in Creighton to Elverda Kinzle of Creighton on September 14, 1947. He was preceded in death by his wife Elverda on July 27, 1998, and his parents. He served in the Army during World War II in Germany and France. He was a longtime member of Blairstown Baptist Church and served as deacon and other leadership positions. He served on the Blairstown School Board and was a member of the VFW. He was a member of the CP and the United Methodist Church in Montrose. He lived in rural Cass, Johnson and Henry counties, spending most of his life in Blairstown and Montrose. His occupations included farming. Blairstown feed store and manufacturing. He enjoyed camping, fishing and woodworking and never missed a chance to do these things with family when he was able. Survivors include daughters, Charlotte Hager and husband Larry, Clinton, Linda Courtney and husband Ed, Kingsville, Billie Bopp and husband Allan, Butler, and Kristy Carlock, Clinton; 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren, Tim Hager and wife Liane and children Sidney, Tori and Madie, Jeremy Hager, Joey Courtney and wife Angie, Norman Courtney and wife Jana and children Matthew and Billie Mae, Julie Spiwak and husband Chris and children, Emily and Elijah, Ryan Beavers, Justin Bopp and wife Deborah, Sarah Bopp, Scott Green and wife Shell and daughter MaKennah, Erin Dominquez and husband Victor and children Yolenie and Victor, Brett Green. Memorial services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Thursday, July 14. Burial was in Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee.

CARLSON, Martha E. POTTORFF
1919-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 9 2002 - Martha E. (Pottorff) Carlson, 82, Green Ridge, died early Sunday morning, January 6, 2002, at the Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia. She was born August 5, 1919, in Manilla, the daughter of Herbert G. Pottorff and Dinealia (Bethards) Pottorff. She married Robert Clifford Carlson on July 5, 1940, in Carrolton. She co-owned and operated with her husband the Green Ridge Lumber Company for 26 years. In addition, she was also a cook for the Green Ridge School District. Survivors include her husband, Robert "Red" Carlson, of the home in Green Ridge; two sons, Clifford Carlson, Sedalia, and Jim Carlson, Sedalia; four daughters, Patricia Newport, Archie, Betty Joe Ollison, Green Ridge, Kay Young, Green Ridge, and Anita McLemore, Green Ridge; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Opal Weatherby, Windsor, and Grace Chapman, Pittsburg, Missouri; a brother, Walter Pottorff, Green Ridge, and numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Carlson was an active member of the Green Ridge Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School for many years. She was preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 10, at the Green Ridge.

CARLTON, Evelyn Louise STONEKING
1928-2012
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Evelyn Louise (Bartlett) Carlton, age 84 of Adrian, Missouri passed away Sunday, September 30, 2012 at Willow Lane Nursing Center, Butler, Missouri. Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 2, 2012 at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton with burial in Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee. Evelyn was born August 8, 1928, the daughter of Sam and Opal (James) Stoneking. She graduated from Chilhowee High School. She accepted the Lord as her personal savior at the Cornith Baptist Church and later transferred to the Allen Street Baptist Church, Clinton. She was a life time member of the Clinton V.F.W. Auxiliary serving as treasurer, membership chairman, bingo chairman and helped prepare the newsletter for mailing each month. She loved to dance, so her husband of 44 years, Ellsworth Bartlett, now deceased, took her to Knoxville, Tennessee to attend and dance on "Club Dance" TV shows three times before his health failed. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sons, Lonnie Raymond Riley and Calvin Leroy Riley and their father, Raymond Riley. She was also preceded in death by one sister, Eula Jean Riley and one brother, Donald Stoneking and six nieces and nephews. She is survived by her husband, Dwayne Carlton of the home; one daughter, Bonnie (Riley) Kidwiler; one son, Clayton Harvey and wife, Cynthia; three brothers, Larry Stoneking and wife, Gwin, Dale Stoneking and wife, Linda and William Stoneking and wife, Barbara; two step sons, Mike Carlton and wife, Virginia, Steven Carlton and wife, Maria; two step daughters, Debbie and Laura Carlton; two sisters, Betty Raveill and husband, Jim and Doris Bedford and husband, Bill as well as twenty three grandchildren and a number of great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

CARLTON, Natalie Grace
1913-1995
Osceola Cemetery, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Natalie Grace Carlton, 82, Osceola, died Wednesday, February 15, 1995, in Ozark Riverview Manor. She graduated from Oakland High School in Oakland, NE. She was preceded in death by her husband Norman Carlton. She is survived by one son Lynn N. Carlton and wife Betty L. Carlton, Springfield; one sister Marian MacDonald, Fort Collins CO; one brother Eddie Tunberg, Bellevue, WA; two grandsons, Charles Carlton, Tulsa, OK, and Scott Carlton, New York, NY. Funeral services will be Friday, February 17, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola. Burial will follow at the Osceola Cemetery.

CARMICHAEL, Emma Daisy RIDENHOUR
1899-1991
Holden Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Emma Daisy Carmichael, 91, Holden, passed away Saturday, December 14, 1991 at Lee's Summit Community Hospital in Lee's Summit, Mo. She was born December 21, 1899 in Holden and lived there all her life. On May 4, 1924 she married Tipton L. Carmichael in Warrensburg. He preceded her in death July 20, 1966. Mrs. Carmichael was a homemaker. She leaves one brother, Joe Ridenhour, Harrisonville, and several nieces and nephews. Four brothers and five sisters and one infant child preceded her in death. Funeral services were held Tuesday, December 17, 1991 at Ben Cast and Son-Wood Funeral Home in Holden. Burial was in Holden Cemetery, Holden.

CARNAGEY, Tracey Lynn WITHERSPOON
1978-2012
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 5 2012 - Tracey Lynn Carnagey, 34, Mt. Vernon, died at 5:24 p.m. on Friday, August 31, 2012, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield. She was born April 21, 1978, in Clinton, the daughter of Billy Merle and Loretta Sue (Salsbury) Witherspoon. On December 28, 1997, she married David Carnagey in Halltown. Tracey grew up in Deepwater and graduated from Lakeland High School in 1996. She attended college at Missouri Southern in Joplin and the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg graduating from MSU with a Bachelor's Degree in Creative Writing and a minor in Biology. She was presently working at Paul Mueller in Springfield and attended New Home Baptist Church. She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her husband, David, and their three boys, Bryant Lane, Dawson Lynn and Sayer Lathe Carnagey; her parents, Bill Witherspoon of Garden City and Loretta Goldsmith of Deepwater; one brother, Derrick Witherspoon of Clinton; half-brother, Bob Bybee of Clinton; half-sister, Rhonda Teed of Lamar; mother and father-in-law, Pete and Barb Carnagey of Everton, and a host of friends and relatives. A memorial service, under the direction of the Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home, will be held on Friday, September 7, at the New Home Baptist Church with burial at Brownington [Maplewood] Cemetery in Henry County.

CARNEAL, Helen BOWLES
1918-2003
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 12 2003 - Mrs. Helen Carneal, Blairstown, was born October 21, 1918, at Deerfield, the daughter of Arthur Earl and Almeda (Burris) Bowles. She died Monday, September 15, 2003, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 84 years, 10 months and 24 days. On June 20, 1942, Helen was united in marriage to Oren Lee "Pete" Carneal in Nevada. She was a homemaker. She had moved to the Quick City community near Blairstown in 1945. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, O. L. "Pete" Carneal on September 11, 1995; one grandson, Clint Cameron; one brother, Harry Bowles; two sisters, Arta Mae Cox and Wilma Rogers. She is survived by one son, Ronald L. Carneal and wife, Carla, Blairstown; one daughter, Janice K. Cameron and husband David, Clinton; two grandsons, Jeff Carneal, Blairstown, and Mike Cameron, Clinton; two step-granddaughters, Angie Davis, St. Louis, and Amy Connell, Holden; two step-great-granddaughters, Olivia Davis and Payton Connell; one brother, Lawrence Bowles, Deerfield; one sister, Margaret Carpenter, Arma, Kansas; other relatives and friends. Funeral services were Wednesday, September 17, at Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CARNEY, Aubertine Amanda WHITLOW
1921-2008
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Aubertine A. Carney, 86, Clinton, died Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008; at her home. She was born Sept. 13, 1921, in Bethleham Township, near Coal, to Olney Hall Whitlow and Madge (Randel) Whitlow. Aubertine married Joshua Fuqua Carney on March 14, 1941, in Springfield. He preceded her in death in March 1988. She was his faithful assistant on the family farm. She was a member of the Clinton First Baptist Church, the XYZ Senior Class of the church, the Clinton Study Club and a faithful member of the Democratic Party. Survivors include a' son, George Olney Carney and his wife, Janie K., of Stillwater, Oklahoma; a brother, Billy R. Whitlow and his wife, Janet L., of Clinton; two grandsons Brian Gregory Carney and his wife, Tammy, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and Mark Randel Carney and his wife, Sarah, of Shawnee Mission, Kansas; three great-grandchildren, Isaac Benjamin Carney and Luke Donovan Carney of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and Hannah Faith Carney of Shawnee Mission, Kansas; several nieces and nephews, and her caretaker for the last five months, Susie Hensley. Aubertine was also preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services were Saturday, Aug. 30, at the First Baptist Church of Clinton. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CARNEY, Blossom M. GILLIAM
1905-2002
Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 12 2002 - Blossom Carney, 97, Clinton, formerly of Blairstown, died Wednesday, December 11, 2002, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Funeral services will be Sunday, December 15, at the Consalus-Bradley Chapel, Urich, with burial in the Blairstown Cemetery. She was a lifelong resident of the Blairstown area and a member of the Norris United Methodist Church. Survivors include her caregivers, Gene and Helen Hunt, Urich.

CARNEY, George Mitchell
1903-1994
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - George Mitchell Carney was born April 9, 1903, in Willisville, Il., the son of A. J. and Avis Cook Carney. He died Tuesday, September 13, 1994, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton at the age of 91. George was a veteran of the United States Navy. He worked as a carpenter for fifty years until his retirement in 1965. Mr. Carney lived most of his life in Chilhowee. He was a member of Carpenter's Union Local #61. He is survived by one daughter, Maxine Patch of Vancouver, Wa., and one grandson. Graveside services were held Thursday, September 15, 1994, at Carpenter Cemetery in Johnson County.

CARNEY, Howard Edison
1921-1993
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Howard Edison Carney was born July 24, 1921 in Urich, the son of William Lewis and Mary B. Carney. He died November 20, 1993 in Clinton, at the age of 72 years. During World War II Howard served in the United States Army from July 29, 1942 to November 24, 1945. He served with the 342 Military Police Escort Guard in the European Middle Eastern Theatre Campaign. On September 16, 1947 Howard married Freda Hillebrand in Clinton, and to this union two sons were born. He was a farmer and farmed land held by his family since 1861. He was also a mail carrier for several years. Howard is survived by his wife, Freda, of the home; his two sons and their families, Russell Carney, Mary Beth Mann, Betsy and Alex, all of Liberty; Kent, Pam and Brent Carney of Urich; three brothers, Robert E. Carney of Urich, Arthur Carney of Independence, William Carney of Topeka, Kansas; a sister, Velma Byram, also of Independence and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Monday, November 22, 1993 at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Urich Cemetery.

CARNEY, Ira Dr.
1866-1937
Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - A Prominent Man Passes - Ira Carney, son of Margaret and Joshua Carney was born February 24, 1866, in Platte County, Mo. Had he lived until the 24th of this month he would have been 71 years of age. He passed away Thursday, February 11, at 3:00 a.m. in his home in Blairstown. He was united in holy matrimony to Nannie Carpenter February 21, 1894. To this union two children were born. Dr. Carney served his community faithfully and efficiently as a physician and a friend over a period of forty-five years. In later years his own health became impaired but despite great suffering he met his friends with a smile and cheerful word, characteristic of his sunny disposition. Dr. Carney united with the church at an early age and remained a faithful member until death. He is survived by his wife, his daughter, Mrs. Maurie Durham of Carrollton, Mo., and his son, Meryl Carney, of Blairstown, and the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. R. O. Hill, Butler, Mo.; Mrs. T. F. Cannon and W. L. Carney of Urich; also R. L., Elizabeth and Emma Carney of the old home place; G. W. Carney, Calhoun, and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted Friday at the Methodist church. Interment in the Blairstown cemetery.

CARNEY, Jackson S.
1859-1921
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Jackson S. Carney died at his home, half a mile south of Urich, Thursday night of last week, from dropsy. He had been in poor health for over a year and bedfast about three months. He was born in Scotland county, Missouri, Oct. 20, 1859, and come to Henry county when about nine years of age, with his parents, Joshua Carney and wife, and resided in this county the rest of his life, except a short time in Oklahoma a number of years ago. He was one of the prominent farmers and stockmen of that vicinity and was held in high esteem by a wide circle of acquaintances. He was united in marriage Oct. 20, 1887, with Rosa A. Stevens, who survives him. One daughter was born to them, who died in infancy. Besides his wife, he leaves four brothers and five sisters: G. W. Carney, east of Clinton; Robert and William Carney, near Urich; Dr. Ira Carney, Blairstown; Mrs. Tom Cannon, of Maysburg; Mrs. Gilbert, in Oklahoma; Mrs. Robert Hill, Bates county; Misses Emma and Elizabeth Carney, near Urich. Funeral services were conducted at the home April 23, and the body was interred in the Norris cemetery.

CARNEY, Juanita C.
1916-2002
Osceola Cemetery, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 27 2002 - Juanita C. Carney, 86, Osceola, a homemaker, died Wednesday, December 25, 2002, at St. John's Regional Health Center, Springfield. Funeral services will Saturday, December 28, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Burial will be in Osceola Cemetery.

CARNEY, Margaret Elizabeth
1868-1939
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Margaret Elizabeth Carney Dies - In the evening of May 24, 1939, a beautiful day when Mother Earth was full of life and beauty with her singing birds and blooming flowers and while loved ones stood by with breaking hearts, Elizabeth Carney's spirit took its flight to realms from whence no traveler has ever returned. Margaret Elizabeth Carney, daughter of Joshua and Margaret Carney, was born August 11, 1868, near Holden, Johnson County, Missouri, but at the time of her death, she lived near Lucas. Early in her life she accepted Christ as her Savior and united with the Methodist Church at Lucas, being a faithful and active member as long as her health permitted. She loved music and was a talented musician. She had been in failing health more than 15 years and the past several years had been a great sufferer, although her family did everything possible for her comfort. The tender devotion of her sister, Emma, was more like that of a mother's tender care for her child, ready to answer every call, both day and night. Those of her brothers and sisters, who survive, include Robert L., and Miss Emma Carney of the home; Mrs. Anna Hill, Butler; William Carney and Mrs. Jennie Cannon, Urich; George W. Carney, Calhoun. Funeral services were held at White Oak Church Thursday. Pallbearers were her nephews, Raymond, Josh and Richard Carney, Josh Hill, Robert and Howard Carney, Flowerbearers were nieces, Louise Follmer, Geneva Nichols, Velma Anderson, Margaret Coleman, Avis and Ruby Cannon. The body was laid to rest in the beautiful White Oak Cemetery beside her parents. Relatives from a distance who attended the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Carney, Richmond, MO.; Mrs. Rosa Carney, Messrs. and Mesdames Elmer Follmer; Ed Anderson, Josh Hill and daughter, Kansas City; J. D. Carney, Clinton, Lin Wiedman, Garden City.

CARNEY, Margaret M. SPIEK
1920-2007
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 19 2007 - Margaret M. Carney, 86, Clinton, died Saturday, March 17, 2007, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, March 21, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with burial in Englewood Cemetery. Margaret was born October 17, 1920, in St. Joseph, Missouri, daughter of Ignacious and Johanna Witucki Spiek. She married Richard Lee Carney and they owned and operated Carney's Farm & Home for many years. She was a forty-five year member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. She was a wonderful cook and took great joy working in her flower and vegetable gardens. Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband, two brothers, Henry T. and Edward Spiek and two sisters, Loretta Judy and Frances Downing. Survivors include her daughter, Deborah L. Carney; a brother, Clarence Spiek; four sisters, Clara Gillespie; Gertrude Dale; Josephine Studer; Patricia Whitley; two grandchildren, Keelin V. and Tatianna M. Carney; three sisters-in-law, Aubertine Carney; Louise Folmer; Marilyn Spiek; several nieces and nephews which include Marsha and Jeff Palmer; Robert Folmer and Gerald Folmer.

CARNEY, Nina Maurine CRABTREE
1920-1995
Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Bates Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Nina M. Carney, 75, died July 10, 1995, at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City after a lengthy illness. She was born March 20, 1920, near Ballard, the daughter of Clyde F. and Lydia N. Crabtree. Nina spent her childhood near Ballard and later graduated from Butler High School. She was united in marriage on December 16, 1939, to Robert E. Carney of Urich, who preceded her in death on September 2, 1994. To this union, one child was born, a daughter, Karen. She accepted the Lord at an early age and was a member of the Lucas Methodist Church, serving on many committees and as a Sunday school and Bible school teacher. She was a devoted wife and mother an done of her joys was watching her daughter, Karen, show her American Saddlebred horses. She also enjoyed working in her yard and garden. She is survived by her daughter, Karen, and son-in-law, Jack Browning of Urich and numerous cousins. Funeral services were Thursday, July 13, at the Consalus Chapel, Urich. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler.

CARNEY, Richard Lee "Dick"
1921-2000
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Richard Lee (Dick) Carney died December 2, 2000, at Golden Valley Hospital. He was born on March 7, 1921, in Calhoun. He was the youngest child of Martha Ella and George W. Carney. He attended Calhoun Public Schools and graduated in 1940 from Calhoun High School. His favorite school memories included playing basketball for the Calhoun High School team. He moved to Monroe, Michigan, after graduation where he was employed by the JC Penney Co. He joined the United States Army during World War II. He acted as a recruiter for the Army in Detroit, Michigan. He returned to Missouri where he purchased a grocery store in Chilhowee. He often recalled with fond memory the wonderful card games he had after-hours in his grocery store. He then moved to Kansas City where he worked for the Sam Mulkey Co. He met and married Margaret Spiek in 1948. They had one daughter, Deborah Lee. They moved to Clinton in 1960 and established Carney's Farm & Home Inc. He loved working with his customers and will be long remembered for his wonderful sense of humor. Richard was active in the Montrose Chapter of the Knights of Columbus, Holy Rosary Church, the Clinton Elks Lodge and Clinton Chapter of the American Legion. His hobbies included playing cards, billiards and fishing. His parents, Martha and George Carney; his sisters, Margaret Andrist and Alberta Bullock, and his brothers, Clifton, Raymond and Joshua, preceded Richard in death. His wife, Margaret, and daughter, Deborah, and his sisters, Genevieve Nichols, Orange, California, and Louise Follmer, Warsaw, survive him.

CARNEY, Robert Earl
1919-1994
Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Bates Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Robert Carney, 74, died September 2, 1994, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital after a short illness. He was born October 31, 1919, near Urich, to William L. and Mary Bernice Spence Carney. He was united in marriage on December 16, 1939, to Nina Crabtree and to this union one daughter, Karen was born. Mr. Carney was a retired farmer, living on the farm where he was born. He had served on the Urich and Sherwood School boards for 20 years. During this time he served as president for a short period. He kept score during this time for the boys' basketball games and enjoyed being around the young people. He was a member of the Lucas United Methodist Church and had served as president of the board at one time. He was also a Mason belonging to the Crescent Hill Lodge No. 368 A.F.-A.M., Adrian. He was a devoted husband and father, his greatest joy was helping his daughter, Karen, train and show her American Saddle Bred horses and taking them to many top wins. He is survived by his wife, Nina; daughter, Karen, and son-in-law, Jack Browning; one sister, Velma Byrum, Independence; two brothers, Arthur Spence Carney, also of Independence, and William (Bill), Topeka, Kansas; sister-in-law, Freda Carney, Urich; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Howard Carney. Funeral services were Tuesday, September 6, at the Consalus Chapel in Urich. Burial was in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler.

CARNEY, Stephen J. "Tiny"
1958-2008
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 28 2008 - Stephen J. "Tiny" Carney, 49, of Clinton, Mo., died Monday January 28, 2008 at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. He was born March 16, 1958 in Mount Kisco, New York, to James Patrick Carney and Grace Marie Ucci. Stephen was the former owner and operator of the Shaing High Lil's Tattoo Shop in Knob Noster, Mo. until his health required he stop working. He was preceded in death by his father. Surviving are his daughter, Sara Shaffer of Independence, Mo.; his mother Grace M. Carney of Hanover, New Hampshire; one brother Jeffrey M. Carney of Enfield, New Hampshire; and one sister Susan M. Phelps of Lanesborough, Massachusetts. Memorial services are planned for a later day.

CARNEY, Thelma J. HUTSON CAMPBELL
1914-1994
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Thelma (Campbell) Carney, 80, Clinton, died Friday, August 12, 1994, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. She was born February 19, 1914, in Luray, Mo., the daughter of William Laken Hutson and Ida Hamilton Hutson. On September 23, 1932, in Windsor, she married John Sherman Campbell who preceded her in death on March 13, 1976. She later married George Carney, who survives of Clinton. Mrs. Carney worked as a nurse's aid at the General Hospital in Clinton for many years and Sister Hospital in St. Joseph for eight years before retiring in 1976. She was a member of the Calhoun Baptist Church. Survivors include two daughters, Betty Lou Foley, St. Joseph, and Bonnie Lee Mantonya; Clinton; 12 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Monday, August 15, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CARNEY, Washington
1834-1903
Clinton Eye, Aug 1 1903 - Death of Washington Carney - Washington Carney, a well known and prominent citizen of Holden, died at his home four miles north of that city on Sunday, July 19. He was the father of J. D. Carney, Esq. of Clinton and had a host of friends in Henry. He was born in Pendleton county, Ky., July 27 1834. He was 68 and cause of his death was kidney trouble. Mr. Carney came to Missouri in 1852 and settled at the home place in 1865; where he died. Married to Miss Sarah E. Fryrear, Jan. 22, 1858. Thirteen children. He leaves a wife, 11 children and 25 grandchildren to mourn his loss. The oldest daughter was sick and not at the funeral. The others and their children were all present: Sarah, J. D., R. L., J. C., David P., Norah O., Lillie Bell, Gilbert A., Chas. S., Napus Vest and Russell Washington. Mr. Carney was not a member of any church but when he came to die said he had made his peace with God and was ready and willing to go. His friendship was cherished by a large circle, who knew him to be one of nature's noblemen. He was a man of few words, perfectly frank and open and none of hypocracy or deceit. He was well posted on the issues of the day and always on the side of the masses for humanity. He always taught his children, both by precept and example, to try to live up to the highest standards of life and make good and useful citizens. He leaves his family well-provided for.

CARPENTER, Alan W.
1942-2003
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 2 2003 - Alan W. Carpenter, 61, Warrensburg, died Friday, May 30, 2003, at the Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg. He was born March 18, 1942, in Warrensburg, the son of Sidney Carpenter and Alice Sproat Carpenter. On May 29, 1977, he and Karen Schreiman were married. She died September 16, 1985. He served in the Vietnam War and in the Gulf of Tonkin with the United States Navy. He worked as an electrician in construction. He was a member of the first United Methodist Church of Warrensburg, Methodist Men's group and Elks Lodge. He worked with a bereavement group and worked in Scouting. Survivors include two sons, Brian Carpenter, Ottawa, Kansas, and Brad Carpenter, Taooele, Utah; his mother, Alice Carpenter, Warrensburg; two sisters, Linda Shipley, Lee's Summit, and Carol Tuter, Clinton; five grandchildren and a special friend, Judy Floyd, Warrensburg. Funeral services will be Tuesday, June 3, at the Sweeney-Phillips and Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg. Burial will be in the Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee.

CARPENTER, Alice M. SPROAT
1914-2005
Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 25 2005 - Alice M. Carpenter, 90, Warrensburg, died Wednesday, March 23, 2005, at the Ridgecrest Nursing Care Center. She was born July 20, 1914 in rural Johnson County, the daughter of John Sproat and Linnie McCurdy Sproat. On June 13, 1937 in Warrensburg, she married Sidney Carpenter, who died August 19, 1999. She had worked in food service at Central Missouri State University for 20 years. She was a member of the New Beginnings Church of the Brethren of Warrensburg. Survivors include two daughters, Linda Shipley and husband, Roger, Lee's Summit, and Carol Tuter of Clinton; seven grandchildren, Shelli Mirocke of Shawnee, Kansas, Bret Shipley of Bella Vista, Arkansas, Brian Carpenter of Ottawa, Kansas, Brad Carpenter of Tooele, Utah, Patti Stubbs of Virginia, Robbie Morris of Colorado and John Morris of Virginia; eight great-grandchildren; three sisters-in-law, Frances Sproat of Blue Springs, Dorothy Carpenter of Warrensburg and Marjorie Carpenter, Nevada; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son Alan Carpenter on May 30, 2003, grandson Michael Morris; four brothers, William, Ernest, John and Leland Sproat; five sisters, Anna Whitman, Inez Long, Erma Deal, Marie Evans and Geraldine Spanbauer. Funeral services will be Saturday, March 26, at Sweeney-Phillips and Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg. Burial will be in Warrensburg Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

CARPENTER, Eula
d: 1897
Deer Creek Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Saturday, Aug 14 1897 - Little Eula, one of the infant twin daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Carpenter, died Tuesday night, and was buried in Deer Creek cemetery Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Carpenter have the sympathy of the community in their sad bereavement.

CARPENTER, James C.
abt 1819-1885
Clinton MO, Nov 21 1885 - Jas. C. Carpenter, whose health has been very poorly for some time, died at his home five miles north of Urich Tuesday, aged 66.

CARPENTER, Johnny H.
1879-1907
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Nov 28 1907 - John Carpenter died at 11 o'clock Tuesday morning of cancer of the bowels at his home two and one half miles east of Roseland. He was about 30 years old and leaves a wife and one child. About a month ago he underwent an operation for the disease in a Kansas City hospital, but it proved unsuccessful. Interment was at Tebo church yard Wednesday.

CARPENTER, Nancy Ann CARLETON
1860-1897
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Nancy Carpenter was born in Henry County August 4, 1860. She was the daughter of James and Elizabeth Carleton. She died at her home one mile north of Leesville May 11, 1897. Joined the M. E. Church in 1875 and lived an exemplary Christian life until death. She married Henry Carpenter June 13, 1878. Two children blessed the union and, with a loving husband, an aged and decrepit mother, three sisters and six brothers, mourn her loss. She was a patient suffering with tumorous cancer. Home physicians and city specialists did all they could to alleviate her sufferings but nothing could stay the hand of death. During the last month, her sufferings were almost beyond endurance but she bore them with the greatest fortitude. Her only regret was leaving her husband and children. Johnny, her only son, is just entering manhood and will miss his loving mother sadly. Little Laura is too young to fully realize her great loss but as she grows older will know that she has been denied the greatest blessing earth can bestow. Funeral was at the Tebo church.

CARPENTER, Zelpha Pearl HAMILTON VANNATTAN
1931-1997
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Zelpha Pearl Vannattan Carpenter, daughter of Harry and Etta (Dahms) Hamilton, was born May 13, 1931, at Deepwater, and died January 28, 1997, at the Research Hospital in Kansas City at the age of 65 years. She is survived by her daughter, Geronda May Perkins of Kansas City; one brother, Alvin Hamilton Sr. of Kansas City; two sisters, Ruby Smith of Clinton and Catherine Vannattan of Richmond, as well as seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills chapel Sunday, February 2. Burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

CARRIGAN, Mattie Lou SKIPPER
1929-2014
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 27 2014 - Mattie Lou (Skipper) Carrigan, 85, daughter of Rustin "T" and Minnie (Crider) Skipper, was born January 7, 1929, in Carroll County, Georgia. She died Saturday, October 25, 2014, in Clinton. When Mattie was growing up she picked cotton with her family in Georgia. She married Larry Carrigan. When she was younger, she owned and operated "Mattie's Cafe" in Independence. She also worked at the Lipton Tea Company. Prior to her death, she resided at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Clinton. Mattie was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Larry Carrigan; four brothers and three sisters. Mattie is survived by son James Hollis Sr., Independence; daughter Glenda June (Hollis) Weatherman and husband Billy, Appleton City; grandchildren, Jerri and Kelly Moise, Adrian, Tammy Weatherman, Denton, Texas, Billie Jean and Shawn Crusha, Urich, James and Crystal Weatherman of Urich and James Michael Hollis, Clinton; great-grandchildren, Cassandra Durbin, Michael Durbin and Alexander Durbin, Lee's Summit, Shelby Crusha, Shawn Paul Crusha, Hunter Crusha and Wyatt Crusha, Urich, Lucas Andrew Moise and Natalie Joe Moise, Adrian, Brittney and Ryan Weatherman, Urich. A graveside service was held at Appleton City Cemetery on Sunday, October 26.

CARRIKER, Martha Helen
1908-2003
Freeman-Holsapple Cemetery, Collins Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 28 2003 - Martha Helen Carriker, 94, Humansville, died Saturday, April 26, 2003, at Big Springs Care Center, Humansville. Funeral services will be Wednesday, April 30, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola with burial in Freeman-Holsapple Cemetery, Collins.

CARRINGTON, Luella Ross SWAGGART
1882-1962
Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Louella Ross Carrington, 80, formerly of Creighton and a native of Blairstown, died about 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 11, at the Moore Rest Home after a long illness. Mrs. Carrington had resided in rest homes here since coming from Creighton over four years ago. She had lived since Oct 12, 1958, at the Moore home. Born Sept. 29, 1882, at Blairstown, she was the daughter of Charles Peter and Nancy (Kinneman) Swaggart. She was reared and educated at Blairstown and married Robert W. Carrington, who died in December of 1935. They spent their married life in Blairstown. One son blessed this union. For about two years Mrs. Carrington resided in Creighton with her stepdaughter, the late Mrs. Nina Quillan, before coming to Clinton in 1958. She was a member of the Blairstown Methodist Church. In earlier years she had been a member of the Blairstown Eastern Star. Mrs. Carrington also was preceded in death by three sisters and a brother. She leaves her son, Robert W. Carrington, Clinton; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Anna Stewart, Urich, six grandchildren; a number of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, Dec. 13 at the Blairstown Methodist Church. Burial will be in Blairstown Cemetery under the direction of Sickman and Dunning Funeral Home.

CARRINGTON, Mary Ellen HURST
1923-1998
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mary Ellen Carrington, 75, Freeburg, Illinois, died Friday, September 25, 1998, at Freeburg Care Center in Freeburg, Illinois A memorial service will be held Tuesday, September 29, at Memorial Gardens in Clinton. Mrs. Carrington was born Mary Ellen Hurst on February 23, 1923. She is survived by her husband Robert, a sister Maxine Little; a niece Marilyn Cocke, all of New Athens, Illinois; one nephew, Walt Little of Clinton; several great-nieces and great-nephews.

CARRINGTON, Robert W.
1916-2000
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 20 2000 - Robert W. Carrington, 84, Freeburg, Illinois, died Sunday, June 18, 2000, at Freeburg Care Center, Freeburg, Illinois. He was born in Blairstown, February 23, 1916. He married Mary Hurst in Clinton on July 3, 1941. She died September 25, 1998. He was a truck driver. Graveside services will be at Clinton Memory Gardens, Clinton, Wednesday.

CARRINGTON, Wiley Robert
1878-1935
Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - R. W. Carrington, well-known Blairstown citizen, dropped dead on the sidewalk Sunday about 9 am. as he went to the lodge hall in Blairstown to build a fire for a Masonic meeting. He was taken immediately to a doctor's office, but life was extinct. Dr. W. T. Jennings, County Coroner, was called and he pronounced Mr. Carrington's death due to heart trouble, with which he had been troubled more than a year. No further investigation was deemed necessary. Robert Wiley Carrington, age 57, was born and reared in the Blairstown vicinity and kept his home there practically all his life. For many years he was salesman for a company that bought and sold hay, and during certain seasons he had to be away from home many weeks at a time, but as soon as possible he always returned to his home town to enjoy his family, his home and the wealth of friends which he possessed. When heart trouble caused his health to fail, he resigned from his salesman's position and the past year had helped with papering and painting to occupy his time. When a young man, Mr. Carrington and Miss Verna Swaggart were united in marriage and they were given two daughters, Mrs. Virgil Quillen, now of Chilhowee and Mrs. Robert Stewart, Poplar Bluff, both of whom attended the funeral with their families. Mrs. Carrington died and later he married her sister, Miss Lou Swaggart, who survives with their one son, Bobby of the home. A big, energetic man, always good-natured and happy and never complaining, Mr. Carrington made friends wherever his work took him. For many years he was a member of the Methodist Church in Blairstown, living each day of his life in a Christian way and always ready to do anything to help his church and its work. He was also a prominent Mason. He was one of a family of 10, of which two brothers and two sisters survive. One brother, Dick Carrington, who has been in Excelsior Springs for his health, was at the funeral with his wife. Miss Mabel Horn of Kansas City, niece of Mrs. Carrington, also attended the funeral and those from Clinton were J. B. Swaggart, who went to Blairstown Sunday; Mrs. Swaggart and daughter Nancy Belle, and Mrs. Loyd Munday who went Tuesday for the funeral. The funeral was conducted Tuesday at the church and burial was in the Blairstown cemetery with Masonic ritual.

CARROLL, Charles E.
1913-1992
Antioch Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Charles E. Carroll, 79, Central Kansas City, died Monday, Oct. 5, 1992, at Truman Medical Center. Graveside services will be Saturday at Antioch Cemetery, Clinton. Mr. Carroll was born in Osceola and lived in the Kansas City area for 71 years. He was a maintenance worker before he retired. He was a Baptist. His wife, Mildred Carroll, died in 1964. Survivors include a daughter, Flossie Carroll, and an adopted daughter, Patricia Dixon, both of Kansas City; a sister, Florene Avery, Clinton; six grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

CARROLL, Charles Edwin
1940-2002
Osceola Cemetery, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 16 2002 - Charles Edwin Carroll was born March 21, 1940, in St. Clair County to Cecil Floyd and Elizabeth Carroll. He died Wednesday, September 11, 2002, at St. John's Regional Healthcare Center in Springfield. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Archie Dale, and one sister, Helen Lea Carroll Hawkins. He is survived by his wife, Joyce McBride Carroll of the home; three sons, Charles Allen of Vibbard, James R. Carroll and Bobby E. Carroll, both of Osceola, eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; three brothers, James L. Carroll of Osceola, Leslie V. Carroll of Weaubleau, and Johnnie L. Carroll, Lowry City; three sisters, Maxine L. Wilson of Jefferson City, Linda Gurley of Deepwater and Grace Finch of Independence; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Saturday, September 14, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel. Burial was in Osceola Cemetery.

CARROLL, Jamie Erin
1988-1991
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Jamie Erin Carroll was born March 7, 1988, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton, the daughter of Johnnie Ray Carroll and Sandra (Jones) Carroll, and passed away Wednesday, October 2, 1991, at the University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia, being three years, six months and 25 days old at the time of her death. During her short lifetime she was able to accomplish many things. Things the doctors never gave her any hope of doing. She took them as a challenge and more often than not she succeeded. She attended Children's Therapy Center in Sedalia from October 1989 to January 1991, and Share & Care Center for Special Needs from January 1991 to July 1991. Much of her success is attributed to the efforts of her many fine teachers at these schools. She enjoyed being with her family and friends. When she wasn't at home or school, she was happily sitting on her grandparents' lap or playing with her brother and her cousins. In July she was hospitalized for open heart surgery. Many complications arose and she struggled to fight them off. She was cared for by many great nurses and doctors. Jamie was well known by a lot of the hospital staff. She will be greatly missed by all those that loved her. It is comforting to know that her suffering is over and that she now lives in a place that she will hurt no more. Jamie is survived by her parents, Johnnie and Sandy Carroll; a brother, J. R.; her grandparents, John and Deloris Carroll and Darrel and Connie Jones; two great-grandmothers, Mrs. Jewell Jones and Mrs. Gertrude Keller, all of Clinton; aunts, uncles, cousins, and many special friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 5, 1991, at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Pallbearers were uncles, Doug Jones, David Jones, Randy Carroll and Curtis Wilkins. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

CARROLL, Josephine E.
1910-2002
Pleasant Mound Cemetery, Osceola Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 8 2002 - Josephine E. Carroll, 92, Osceola, died Monday, August 5, 2002, at her home. She was a retired educational secretary. Funeral services will be Saturday, August 10, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Burial was in Pleasant Mound Cemetery.

CARROLL, Lulla
1869-1902
Drakes Chapel Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Sep 20 1902 - Mrs. Lula Carroll, beloved wife of George W. Carroll, was born in Carthage, Mo. February 24, 1869, being 33 at the time of her death, which sad event took place in the afternoon at her home, 1 1/2 miles southeast of Lewis, Tuesday, the 9th of September, 1902. When quite small, her parents moved to the Indian Nation, where she grew to womanhood. Her parents died, leaving quite a large family of children. She married Mr. Carroll and they had one boy and three girls, now ranging in age from 10 months to eight years, a part of whom will never know mother, much less a mother's love. Sister Carroll leaves two brothers and two sisters to mourn her, all residing in the Indian Territory, only one of her brothers being present at her bedside at the time of her death. About five years ago, during a camp meeting at Lewis, she gave herself over to the Lord, uniting with the M.E. Church. Like Tabitha, she was full of all good works. She had been a long sufferer from cancer and other ailments and was confined to her bed for six weeks before the end came to relieve her of her suffering, always cheerful and full of hope and sunshine, believing that she would yet get well. After many wearing weeks, suffering had reduced her emaciated from to a mere shadow and it was not until then that she gave up all hope of ever recovering and began to confer with her husband as to the future of her little ones, who she would very soon have to leave behind. She told him to try to keep the children together if possible and, amid intense suffering, with a smile on her pallid face, she passed away, her spirit going to the god that gave it. Funeral at Drake's Chapel and burial in a cemetery nearby.

CARROLL, Mary Louisa MEANS
1855-1890
Lewis Station Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton, MO - Dead - passed away forever - was the sad intelligence whispered from friend to friend and the bell pealed mournfully for all that was mortal of Mary L. Means, wife of G. W. Carroll. For more than five years she has been a constant sufferer from a tumor and on the 23rd of November, she submitted to a very difficult operation, performed by Dr. Prewitt of St. Louis, assisted by Drs. Shankland, senior and junior, and Gray and Holcomb, who removed the tumor, which weighed six pounds but the next day at 3 p.m. her wearied spirit was freed forever from the agonies of suffering which she was undergoing and passed to God who gave it. Mary Carroll was born in Henry county Feb. 24, 1855. George W. Carroll, whose heart now bleeds because she has been taken from him, sought and won her love, and on October 27, 1883, they were married. In 1885, at a protracted meeting conducted by Rev. Galbreath, she gave her heart to Jesus and joined the M. E. Church. She leaves an aged father, five brothers and two sisters to mourn her loss. Her mother, Mary O. Means, preceded her to that better world three years ago last September. Funeral at the Lewis M. E. Church and her body was given to the cold, dark ground, from whence it came, in the Lewis cemetery.

CARROLL, Rickie Keith
1955-2011
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 9 2011 - Rickie Keith Carroll, 55, Harrisonville, died Saturday, February 5, 2011, at Flagstaff Medical Center, Flagstaff, Arizona. A Celebration of Life Visitation will be held Friday, February 11, at Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville. He was born September 8, 1955. He was a truck driver. He is survived by his wife Christina Carroll of the home, four sons, Parrish W. Carroll of Urich, Dallas Reid Carroll, Keith Clyde Carroll and Dale Jones, all of Harrisonville, two daughters, Keitha Swain and husband Cody, Grand Slaine, Texas, and Alexandria Blackmon and husband John, Harrisonville; one brother Curtis Carroll of Burleson, Texas; two sisters, Teresa Heller and Vickie Towns, both of Burleson, Texas; grandchildren, Noah, Abbie, Lucas, Jailen, Logan and CaDee.

CARROLL, Roy Homer
1925-2006
Pleasant Mound Cemetery, Osceola Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 17 2006 - Roy Homer Carroll, 81, Pleasant Hill and formerly of Kansas City, died Tuesday, August 15, 2006. Mr. Carroll was a Navy veteran of World War II and was a 25-year employee of IBEW #124, retiring in 1982. He is survived by his son Roy Allen Carroll and wife Terri; a daughter Rhonda Mynatt; five stepchildren, Diane Ditto, Barb Radcliff, Mike Brown, Chuck Brown and Kevin Brown; two sisters, Lena Rains and Wanda Lahyer; 12 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday, August 19, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial with military honors will be in Pleasant Mound Cemetery, near Osceola.

CARROLL, Truman Thomas
1977-2008
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 23 2008 - Truman Thomas Carroll, 30, Urich, died on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008 in Harrisonville. Funeral services will be Thursday, Sept. 25, at the Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City. Cremation. He was born Nov. 17, 1977, in Clinton. He was a heavy equipment operator. He is survived by his wife Michaela Carroll, his son Courtland Carroll and daughter, Autum Carroll, all of the home; his brother Bobby Carroll of Kimberling City; three sisters, Helen Gilbert of Peculiar, Lisa Pratt of Bennington, Oklahoma, and Toni Huff of Peculiar.

CARSON, Ruth Theresa WILSON
1904-1992
Fairview Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ruth Theresa Carson, 88, Warrensburg, passed away Thursday, December 17, 1992, at Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg. She was born March 18, 1904, in Lamoni, Iowa, the daughter of James Clarence and Louise (Haller) Wilson. She lived in Butler and LaTour, before moving to Holden in 1955. In 1989 she moved to Warrensburg from Holden. August 18, 1922, she married Auty James Carson in Holden. He preceded her in death March 28, 1981. She was a member of the Holden Congregation of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She leaves three sons, James Cleo Carson, Channelview, Texas, Harlan Lee Carson, Pleasant Hill, and Arthur Hiram Carson, Holden; two daughters, Mary Ruth Smith, Kingsville, and Margery Mae Gregory, Blackburn; 35 grandchildren, 51 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren. Two daughters, June Louise Hurr and Jean Marie Renick, preceded her in death. Funeral services were Sunday, December 20, 1992, at Ben Cast & Son-Wood Funeral Home, Holden. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Holden.

CARTER, Alva Frederick
1902-1965
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor Review, Windsor MO, June 9 1965 - Funeral services for Alva F. Carter, 62, 207 South Windsor street, were held Tuesday afternoon at Huston Funeral Home. Burial was in Laurel Oak Cemetery. Mr. Carter died early Sunday morning (Jun 6 1965) at the Windsor Hospital were he had been a patient since Friday. Mr. Carter was born Sept. 19, 1902, at Leesville in Henry County; the son of the late Jerome M. and Mattie Chastain Carter. He moved to Windsor at the age of 13 and entered the postal service at the Windsor Post Office when 19, remaining in that position 37 years until his retirement in 1957. Since retirement he had spent most of his time building a rose garden. He was a member of the Windsor Masonic Lodge No. 29. He married Nov. 21, 1928 to Delia Braden. Surviving are his wife of the home; one son, Charles Frederick Carter of Kansas City, Mo.; two daughters, Mrs. Annetta Radspinner of St. Louis, Mo., and Mrs. Alice Smith of Independence, Mo.; 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife, Mrs. Gladys Ora Pontius Carter.

CARTER, Bessie Florence HUTTON
1914-2004
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 29 2004 - Bessie Florence Hutton Carter, daughter of Jasper Barton "Bart" Hutton and Mamie Watkins Hutton, was born April 22, 1914, on the prairies of Kansas, and died Wednesday, June 9, 2004, at Truman Lake Manor, Lowry city. Bessie moved to Osceola at a young age and spent her early years before marriage there. On September 3, 1939, she married Leonard "Boe" Carter and they lived in Clinton. After Boe's death in February 1978 she continued to live in Clinton until moving to Truman Lake Manor six years ago. She was a homemaker and loved to cook, quilt and crochet. She was a member of the Clinton First Christian Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Leonard; one brother, Sam and four sisters, Ethel, Marian, Chlotele and Leona. She is survived by three children, Jim Hutton of Las Vegas, Nevada, Brenda Bradley and husband Fred, and Leonard "Andy" Carter and wife Sally, all of Mesa, Arizona; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister Minnie Reisemeyer and husband Bob, Wellington, and one brother Floyd Hutton, Florida; seven brothers and sisters-in-law, C. B. and Norma Carter, Maurita Carter, Glenn and Linda Carter and Willard and Dorothy Spain, as well as a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends who loved her very much. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel Saturday, June 12. Burial was in the Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery, Clinton.

CARTER, Billie G.
1924-1998
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Billie G. Carter, 74, Clinton, died Sunday, February 22, 1998, at Valley Lutheran Hospital in Mesa, Arizona. Funeral services were held February 27 at the First Christian Church, Clinton. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery. Billie Carter was a good ol' boy by small town standards. A man who was always willing to do more and give more than he ever received. Billie could be described as a teacher, a leader and a person who loved to work with his hands. He particularly took pride in building cabinets and other wood projects and in working at the church, whether it was cooking and serving dinners or maintenance. He was involved in a number of community activities which included leader in Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, elder of the First Christian Church, board member and chairman of many departments at the church, driving force during the building of the church, ex-POW group, member of VFW, cook and organizer of community dinners and active member of the Fair Board. He was also a man with a great passion for the outdoors. He spent many happy hours hunting and fishing until his health failed. When visitors came, he especially enjoyed showing them God's work, whether in Missouri or Arizona where they spent the last 12 winters. Billie was born February 7, 1924, to Earnest and Isa Cowan Carter in rural Henry County. He was the third of six children, Leonard (deceased), Thelma (who died in infancy), while Glenn, C.B. and Dorothy continue to be devoted members of the family. Billie joined the Armed Forces in February 1943 during WWII. He was united in marriage to Maurita Snow in Columbus, Kansas, on February 5, 1944. Billie soon reported for overseas duty in Germany, returned home after spending nearly six months in a German POW camp and was discharged in November 1945. After returning home, Billie was a meat cutter at Kimball's Locker and Peckenpaugh's Grocery. He later worked at the post office where he retired after 26 years. Family was important to Billie. He visited his mother Isa daily as long as his health permitted. During his visits he would do errands and upkeep as well as share a cup of coffee. He welcomed Maurita's mother, Mattie (Martha) into their home following her husband, Fayette's sudden death in 1946. Mattie continued to live with Billie, Maurita and the family until her death in 1973. Billie was always patient, appreciative, understanding and above all, loving to Mattie. Those same attributes were shared with his entire family, but most evident in his devotion to Maurita. Billie and Maurita lived most of their 54 years of married life in Clinton as devoted parents and members of the First Christian Church and community. Two of their four children, Marilyn and husband Paul Nold, Karen and husband Jim Munsterman, live near Montrose, while Ron and wife Brenda reside in Lee's Summit, and Stacey and wife Barbara live in Springfield. Billie and Maurita have also been loving grandparents to 15 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Also surviving are his mother Isa Bryant, Clinton; sister Dorothy and husband Willard Spain, Windsor; brothers Glenn and wife Jeannine, Independence, C. B. and wife Norma, Clinton; sister-in-law Bessie Carter, Clinton, and Aunt Alma and Uncle Wayne Corder of Minnesota, as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father Earnest; infant sister Thelma; brother Leonard, and stepfather Roy Bryant. Funeral services were Friday, February 27, at the First Christian Church, Clinton. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery.

CARTER, Bradford Wayne
1976-2007
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 7 2007 - Bradford Wayne Carter, 30, Lee's Summit, left this life to be in the comfort of the Lord Almighty on June 5, 2007. Brad was born in Clinton on July 31, 1976, to Brenda and Ron Carter. He resided with his parents in Clinton and attended Holy Rosary Catholic School. He graduated from Clinton High School. The family resided in Rolla a brief time before moving to Lee's Summit in 1996. From the beginning, it was evident that Brad was a special person who was given to this earth to carry out special needs and to brighten the lives of all that he touched. Maybe it was his heritage, being born from the union of two strong families, or maybe it was the realization that living with a chronic disease can only bring, but whatever the reason Brad was always an ambassador of good will. He never ever let the fact that he had Cystic Fibrosis lessen his abilities. After moving to Lee's Summit, Brad became interested in fitness and body building. With a strong mentor, brad started to work his frail body into shape and became a model we could all envy. Brad moved on to become a personal trainer and later started his own personal training firm, where he consulted, recommended a diet regiment and supplement program along with a workout regiment. He competed in numerous body building competitions and won awards on Power Shack, Mr. Missouri two years running in different classes and also 10th in the nation in Las Vegas. Most recently, due to health restrictions, Brad worked as a surgical operations tech for SOSI, maintaining customer accounts and equipment for numerous hospitals in the Kansas City area. Brad is survived by his parents, Ron and Brenda Carter, Lee's Summit; his paternal grandmother Maurita Carter of Clinton, and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Andrew and Margaret Kantner, and paternal grandfather Billie Carter, all of Clinton. Services will be Saturday at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, with interment at Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery.

CARTER, Brian Mark
1958-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 1 2002 - Brian Mark Carter, born January 1, 1958, to Mary L. Carter and the late Ronald G. Carter of Clinton, was killed as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident on March 15, 2002, in St. Petersburg, Florida. He was preceded in death February 12, 2002, by his father, Ron Carter of Clinton. He is survived by his mother, Mary Carter; one brother, Sean Carter, and stepmother, Betty Carter, all of Clinton; one sister, Meleia Carter and partner Dayna Early and their children, Alec and Lauren Carter-Early, all of St. Louis; two aunts, Judy Carter and companion Mildred Lager, Ft. Scott, Kansas, and Myrna Jacobsen of Pleasanton, California; one uncle, Lyle Lent and wife Karlene, Nevada; great-aunts, great-uncles and cousins. Brian was born and raised in Nevada, Missouri, until 1970 when the family relocated to Clinton. He graduated high school in 1976, then attended UMKC for two years. After living and working in the Kansas City area, then Houston, Texas area, Brian enlisted in the United States Air Force and was stationed in Biloxi, Mississippi. Brian later returned to academics, obtaining his practical nursing license in 1990 and becoming a registered nurse in 1992. He continued his nursing career until his death. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on March 27. Cremation followed.

CARTER, Charles A.
1870-1928
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor MO - Charles A. Carter was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Feb. 6, 1870, and came to Windsor, Mo., in 1891. He was married to Alice Callahan Dec. 4, 1895. To this union six children were born, J. G. Carter of ElDorado, Kas.; George C. Carter of ElDorado, Kas.; Mrs. Arthur Durbin of Windsor, Mo., Edwin C. Carter of Artesia, N.M.; Mrs. Forrest Richardson of Windsor, Mo., and Rita Carter of the home address. He is survived by the wife and six children, four grandchildren, one sister, Mrs. Mary E. Coade of Brooklyn, N.Y.; two brothers, Thos. Carter of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Harry Carter of Hartford, Conn., and a large circle of friends. He united with Christian Church of Windsor in 1911. As a salesman he was one of the longest in service in Windsor. In 1914 he entered the employ of the T. G. Carter & Son Furniture and Undertaking Department and remained with them until his death. He passed away Friday, March 16, 1928, at 7:18 p.m. at the age of 58 years, 1 month and 10 days, after being confined to his bed only one week. The funeral service was conducted at the Windsor Christian Church Monday afternoon. The church was filled by the relatives and sympathizing friends. Among the many floral tributes to Mr. Carter was one from the colored citizens of Windsor together with resolutions that were read at the funeral service. The body was laid to rest in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

CARTER, Clara Belle RAGLAND
1903-1993
Teays Chapel Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Belle Ragland Carter, 90, Coronado, California, died Saturday, November 13, 1993 at Villa Coronado there. She was born in Henry County, daughter of Frank and Ella Middlecoff Ragland and had lived in California since 1927. She was a real estate broker and managed properties. She is survived by three brothers, John Ragland of Cole Camp, Calvin Ragland of Independence and Ernest Ragland of Twin Falls, Idaho; a sister-in-law, Beulah Ragland of Lee's Summit; several nieces and nephews. Services will be Thursday at the Vansant-Mills chapel, with burial in the Teays Chapel Cemetery near Montrose.

CARTER, Clarice Mae LEWIS
1923-2002
Louisburg Cemetery, Louisburg, Miami Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 27 2002 - Clarice Mae Carter, 79, Windsor, died Tuesday, December 24, 2002, at Windsor Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Windsor. She was born on July 15, 1923, the daughter of Oscar Thomas Lewis and Carrie Belle (Dearinger) Lewis. On February 7, 1946, in Paola, Kansas, she married James Walton Carter, Sr., who survives of the home. In addition to her husband, she is survived by four sons, James W. Carter, Jr., Honolulu, Hawaii, Thomas C. Carter, Portland, Oregon, William L. (Bill) Carter, Windsor, and David W. Carter, Salida, Colorado; two daughters, Linda C. Batiste, Morgantown, West Virginia, and Lisa M. DeMoss, Sedalia; four grandchildren, Judy Florida, Matthew Carter, Brian Carter, Morgan DeMoss; two great-grandchildren, Seth and Evan Florida; a brother, Charles K. Lewis, and a sister, Zilpah Carter, both of Louisburg, Kansas and numerous nieces and nephews. Private family graveside services will be held later at the Louisburg Cemetery, Louisburg, Kansas.

CARTER, David Sean
1961-2011
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 16 2011 - David Sean Carter, 50, Clinton, passed away in his home Sunday, August 14, 2011. Sean was born April 20, 1961, in Nevada, MO, as the second son of Mary L. Carter, Clinton. and the late Ronald G. Carter. His K through 3rd grades were in Nevada, MO, before moving to Clinton in August 1970 where he completed his primary and secondary schooling, graduating in 1979 from CHS. While growing up in Clinton, he participated in many team sports, lettering in golf during high school. He also was a member of the Boy Scouts of America and the Clinton United Methodist Church. Sean worked at Pizza Glenn during and after his high school years where he became a familiar face in the kitchen. He was a skilled worker at Stewart Nattinger Industries for several years thereafter. In 1989, Sean joined the Clinton Fire Department and at the time of his death had risen to the rank of Lieutenant. He was a hard-working, valued member of the department for 22 years and will be greatly missed by his brother firefighters. Sean had several collections and enjoyed fishing, riding his motorcycle, playing fantasy football and spending time with friends. He was a member of the Firefighters Association of Missouri and the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, USA. He was preceded in death by his father, Ronald G. Carter; brother, Brian M. Carter, and grandparents, Myrtle L. and Lyle L. Lent and Nina E. Buckles and George B. Carter. Survivors include his mother, Mary L. Carter, Clinton; a sister, Meleia D. Carter and her partner, Dr. Dayna S. Early, of St. Louis; two nieces, Lauren and Lindsay Carter-Early; two nephews, Alec & Seth Carter-Early; aunts, uncles and cousins. Words cannot express the love, nor the loss we feel for this outstanding young man who has left us all too soon. Our hearts are heavy, but also full of joy for times we were able to share with him. May he rest in peace. Funeral services were held at the Benson Center, Clinton, on Saturday, August 20. Cremation followed the services with inurnment in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, at a later date.

CARTER, Dianna Fern BALDWIN
1951-2006
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Dianna F. Carter, 54, of Warrensburg, Missouri, died Sunday July 9, 2006, at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska. She was born December 29, 1951, in Sedalia, Mo., the first of 3 children, to Glenn Woodford Baldwin and Viola M. (Reusch) Baldwin. On August 21, 1970, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sedalia, Mo., she married Dennis Wayne Carter, who survives of the home. She grew up in Green Ridge, Mo., where she graduated from Green Ridge High School in 1970 and, later, from State Fair Community College, Sedalia in 1973. In 1979 she received her master’s degree in Business Administration from Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg. Dianna also went on to get a small engine aircraft pilot license. She enjoyed flying, traveling and reading—especially about travel or the royal families of Europe. She went to London, England twice and was very impressed with the public transportation system. She also took part in a 21-day tour of the Nile River in Egypt and enjoyed seeing the ancient artifacts. She had been in 35 states of the United States, enjoying scenes of the southwest the most. Dianna was planning a trip to the north rim of the Grand Canyon for next year. In addition to her husband, Dennis, she is survived by a son, Eric Carter, and his wife, Dionne, Topeka, Kansas; a brother, Bill Baldwin, Windsor, Mo.; a sister, Nadine L. Baldwin, Sedalia, Mo.; 3 granddaughters, KC, Nita, and Danielle Carter, Topeka, Kansas; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services will be Friday, July 14, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, Mo. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CARTER, Emma Christine BRAME
1930-2005
Antioch Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 21 2005 - Emma Christine Carter, 75, died May 11, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born February 17, 1930 in Clinton, to Sawney Arthur and Jesse Ottelee Brame. In September 11951, she joined in holy matrimony to Herbert M. Carter who preceded her in death. Ms. Carter was a retired homemaker in the Clinton area. She was a member of Second Baptist Church of Clinton and later changed her membership to the First Baptist Church of Clinton. She was church secretary for numerous years at Second Baptist Church. She was secretary for the Antioch Cemetery Board for many years and she was president of the Dorcas Mission Circle at Second Baptist Church for several years. Currently, she was a member of the XYZ Club at First Baptist Church. Emma was an avid participant in Black History programs in Henry County and surrounding areas. She also was an expert in the works of Paul Laurence Dunbar. She loved to recite his poetry. She loved to work crossword puzzles and read. Above all, she liked to watch sports on the TV with her sons. The loves of her life were her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her parents and six brothers, Arthur, Wilbur, Melvin, Leo, Jack and Joe Brame, preceded her in death. Ms. Carter is survived by her two sons, Herbert Carter, Clinton and Robert Carter, Clinton; two sisters, Elizabeth Gordon, Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Sara Brame, Clinton; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Itha Hicks, Clinton and Ethel Brame, Colorado Springs, Colorado, and a host of nieces, nephews and countless friends and acquaintances. Funeral services were held at First Baptist Church Tuesday, May 17. Burial was in Antioch Cemetery, Clinton.

CARTER, Ernest "Boots"
1895-1956
Fields Creek Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Dec 20 1956 - ERNEST CARTER BURIED DEC. 19 -- Funeral services for Ernest "Boots" Carter who died about 7:45 p.m., Dec. 17, at his home, 416 W. Gravel, after being seriously ill a month were held Dec. 19, at the Consalus Funeral Home. Interment was in Fields Creek Cemetery. Ernest Carter, one of eight children of Martin and Mary Woody Carter, was born Oct. 31, 1895 in the Fields Creek community where he grew to manhood. Two sisters preceded him in death. On Jan. 9, 1917, he married Isa Pearl Cowan to which union six children were born. A daughter, Thelma May, met tragic death in a swing accident when about two years old. They settled west of Clinton where Mr. Carter farmed until 1939 when he moved to Clinton to devote his entire time to employment at the ice plant which he had carried on with his farm work. He was foreman there until ill health forced him to retire. "Boots" Carter, as he was affectionately known by most of his friends, was well known and well liked. He greatly enjoyed his hobby of hunting and fishing as long as health permitted. One might say an avocation was custom butchering, a field that held a deep interest for him and only severe illness kept him from this work. He was a regular attendant at the Fields Creek Church when residing in that community. Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Houts, Windsor; four sons, Billy, 206 S. Water, Leonard, 323 W. Gravel, C.B., 510 S. McLain, and Glenn, 513 W. Gravel; nine grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Agnes Coones, ill in the Forest Rest Home, and Mrs. C.A. Middaugh, Artesian Ave.; three brothers, Philip, S. Orchard Street, Henry, Leona Street and Ora, west of Clinton; other relatives and many friends.

CARTER, Ethel Birdie COWAN
1896-1994
Fields Creek Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ethel Birdie Cowan Carter was born June 9, 1896, the daughter of Levi and Josie Middaugh Cowan in Henry County, and departed this life on August 9, 1994, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton at the age of 98 years and two months. Ethel's entire life was spent in and around Clinton and her very early years were spent in the Hickory Grove Community where she attended church and elementary school. On December 23, 1915, she was married to Philip Carter of Clinton and to this union five children were born: Mary Briggs of Clinton, Greta Batschelett of Clinton, Alice Hilte of Montrose, June Cowden of North Kansas City, and Phil of Platte City. Ethel was a homemaker and a wonderful mother with a heart of gold for her family and grandchildren, who always came first. She was always ready with helpful hands to help her friends and neighbors. With the help of her daughter, Mary, and son-in-law, Henry, she was able to maintain her home to the end. She was shut in for many years but enjoyed the simple things such as her hummingbird feeder and her flowers and a snowfall was really a delight. She was preceded in death by her husband, Philip; an infant grandson, Larry Coffman; her parents; three sisters; and two brothers. She is survived by her five children; two sisters, Isa Bryant of Clinton and Alma Corder of Minneapolis, Min.; as well as six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; and several nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel Friday, August 12, 1994. Burial was in the Fields Creek Cemetery in Clinton.

CARTER, Frances VICKERS
1850-1889
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Mar 16 1889 - Died, and Tuesday night, at 10:35, Mrs. Frances Carter of pneumonia and heart disease. She was the wife of the W. F. Carter of Salmon's bank. Father, mother, relatives and friends ministered to her wants in her last illness, but death had marked one of Clinton's brightest and the fairest when in to shine in the Masters kingdom. Mrs. Carter was only 39 last January and was the only daughter of Mrs. Stephen Vickers, residing near Montrose. She was a member of the C. P. Church. Will Carter, Jr. who is attending the State University at Columbia, was summoned home the first of the week by his mother's illness.

CARTER, Gladys Ora PONTIUS
1902-1927
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor Review, Windsor MO - Mrs. Alva Carter died at the family home on Windsor St. Tuesday night (Jan 25, 1927) shortly after eleven o'clock, following a stroke of paralysis (complications of child birth) Saturday morning. The deceased, whose maiden name was Gladys Ora Pontius, was born in Boise, Idaho, Sept. 23, 1902, and was 24 yrs. old when the death summons came. When she was four years old, her mother died and from that time she made her home with her uncle and aunt, Mr. & Mrs. Chas. Pontius in and near Windsor, MO. She received her education in the schools near Windsor, moving to Windsor with her uncle and aunt after they sold their farm. Feb. 1, 1922 she was united in marriage to Alva Frederick Carter, son of Jerome and Mattie (Chastain) Carter. To this union two children were born, Annette, two and one-half years of age, and a baby boy, Charles Frederick, 8 days old. She is survived by the husband, Alva, and two children, her father, William Dow Pontius, one brother, Frank Pontius, both of El Paso, Texas, two sisters, Cora Milhiser, who is making her home with her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Pontius, and Vera Pontius, of San Diego, Calif., and a number of other relatives. Funeral services will be held at the Methodist church, Friday afternoon and interment will be made in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

CARTER, James Price
1862-1943
Antioch Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Feb 4 1943 - James Price Carter (col.) passed away January 31st at his home at 211 Mill street, Clinton. He was born in St Clair County September 14 1862. He was married to Susie Carter, in March 1890, who preceded him in death one month ago. He is survived by three children, Mrs. Nora Carter and Henry Carter of Clinton, and Mrs. Lena Bradley of Kansas City, and five grandchildren. Funeral services will be at the home Tuesday. Spore & Son funeral service in charge.

CARTER, James Sawyer Sr.
1847-1929
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
The Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Thursday, Jul 18 1929 - James S. Carter, Sr., was born in Flint Hill, Mo., where he grew to mature manhood, April 1, 1847; passed from this scene of action July 15, 1929, thus making him 82 years, 3 months and 15 days of age. In 1868, he was united in marriage to Miss Julia Ann Williams, of Lincoln county, Mo. To this union two children were born, Mrs. Laura M. Cochran of Windsor, and Henry Carter, who with his wife preceded him in death. In 1879, he was united in marriage to Miss Nannie Sappington, of the Windsor vicinity and to this union eight children were born -- Mrs. Florence Day of Phillipsburg, Mont.; James S. Carter, Jr., W. S. Carter, J. H. Carter and Mrs. Ruth Alcorn, all of Windsor and vicinity; C. C. Carter of Fresno, Calif.; May Virginia and an infant, with his wife, having gone on before. He leaves three brothers -- Christopher Carter of Semore, Tex., and T. G. and R. P. Carter of Windsor; nineteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends to mourn his departure. He came to Windsor 52 years ago and has lived among us ever since. He united with the Methodist church about forty years ago and remained a member until his death. He, with his companion reared to manhood and womanhood, a large honorable family, most of whom live among us. Funeral services conducted at the M. E. Church, South, Tuesday afternoon, and interment was made in Laurel Oak cemetery.

CARTER, James W.
1920-2006
Louisburg Cemetery, Louisburg, Miami Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 24 2006 - James W. Carter, 85, Windsor, died Wednesday evening, February 22, 2006, at Windsor Healthcare and Rehab Center, Windsor. He was born April 19, 1920 in Louisburg, Kansas, the son of Clarence Walton Carter and Elizabeth Emaline (Whitaker) Carter. On February 7, 1946, in Paola, Kansas, he married Clarice Mae Lewis, who died December 24, 2002. He served his country in the United States Navy for 30 years and was involved in World War II, the Korean Conflict and in the Vietnam War. Survivors include four sons, James W. Carter Jr., Honolulu, Hawaii, Thomas C. Carter, Portland, Oregon, William L. Carter, Windsor, David W. Carter, Salida, Colorado; two daughters, Linda C. Batiste, Morgantown, West Virginia, and Lisa M. DeMoss, Sedalia; four grandchildren, Judy Florida, Matthew Carter, Brian Carter, Morgan DeMoss; two great-grandchildren, Seth and Evan Florida; a brother Darrel Carter and his wife Zilpah, and a sister Martha Good, all of Louisburg, Kansas, and numerous nieces and nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Cecil R. Carter and Wayne Carter, and a sister Myrtle Nevius. Graveside services will be Saturday, February 25, at the Louisburg Cemetery, Louisburg, Kansas.

CARTER, Jeanine
1930-1999
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 23 1999 - Jeanine Carter, Independence, died at her home Wednesday evening, December 22, 1999. Among survivors is her husband, Glenn Carter, formerly of Clinton. Funeral arrangements are pending.

CARTER, Jerome Marshall
1869-1926
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Thursday, Jun 3 1926 - Jerome Carter, after many months illness passed away at his home on S. Windsor street about noon Saturday, May 29. He had been seriously ill for the past few weeks and the end was not unexpected. He was well and familiarly known to the older citizens of the community, as he had resided here for years. His son, Alva Carter, one of the most upright and ideal young men of the city, is an employee in our post office. Jerome Marshall Carter was born at Fort Scott, Kas., Nov. 26, 1869, departed this life May 29, 1926, aged 56 years, 6 months and 3 days. He came to Missouri while small, with his parents, locating in Henry County, where he spent the remainder of his life. He was married to Mattie Chastain of Leesville, Mo., Dec. 22, 1897. To this union one child was born, Alva Frederick Carter. He united with the Christian church at the age of 16, and three weeks ago put his membership with the Methodist church of Windsor. He leaves to mourn his departure, the wife, son and daughter-in-law and granddaughter of Windsor, and one brother of Orville, Calif. He was a devoted father and loving husband, a kind neighbor and a friend ever ready to help where help was needed. He will be greatly missed by his loved ones and friends, but their loss is his gain. He has fought a good fight; he has kept the faith; he has finished his course. He rests from his labors and his good work do follow him. Funeral services were held from the Methodist church Monday afternoon. The church was comfortably filled with neighbors and friends who gathered out of respect to this good man. He was a gentle, quiet man, retiring in disposition, faithful as a husband and father, devout as a Christian and respected by everyone. Interment was in Laurel Oak almost on the same spot where the memorial services were conducted last Sunday. (Memorial Day Services) - (NOTE: Survivors included, wife, Mattie Chastain Carter, daughter of Jeremiah C. and Tabitha Young Chastain, son Alva Carter and his wife Gladys Ora Pontius Carter, daughter of William Dow Pontius and Cora Lundstrom. - Bob Carter, bcarter@kc.rr.com)

CARTER, Karen Jean HAWKINS
1957-2014
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 22 2014 - Karen J. Carter, 57, Clinton, died Friday, December 19, 2014, at University of Kansas Hospital, Kansas City, Kansas. A memorial service will be held Friday, December 26, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Private family inurnment is scheduled for a later date in Vansant Road Cemetery, Clinton. Karen was born April 3, 1957 in Clinton, the daughter of Robert and Mary (Stockdall) Hawkins.  She worked at Rival for 14 years.  Karen enjoyed fishing, hunting mushrooms and watching deer.  She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Karen was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Randie. Survivors include her son, Brian E. Carter (fiancee, Morgan Vanderburg) of Clinton; two daughters, Stacy Foreman (Jim) and Amy G. Carter, both of Clinton; three brothers, Robert J. Hawkins (Linda) of Calhoun, Ross Hawkins (Paula) of Clinton and Ray Hawkins (Beverly) of Clinton; one sister, Carol Sell (Gary) of Calhoun; four grandchildren, Kirsten Gillespie, Alec Gillespie, Brennon Carter and Keira Carter; her best friend, Sister Cousin Ruth Parnell of Clinton, as well as many nieces and nephews.

CARTER, Kenneth Seaver "Steve"
1916-1993
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Kenneth Seaver "Steve" Carter, 77, died Friday, December 3, 1993 in a Houston hospital after a bout with cancer. Mr. Carter grew up in Deepwater, but had been a resident of Houston, Texas 41 years. He was a member of the Methodist faith and was a Navy veteran of World War II. Steve played minor league baseball for 13 years with the Boston Braves organization and the Texas League. Later he was an employee of the City of Houston until retirement. Steve was the son of the late Nick and Minnie Moore Carter. He attended the Deepwater schools. The Carter family resided in the house west of the old Methodist Church. His mother passed away when he was a young boy. Mr. Carter was preceded in death by his parents and his wife of many years, Thedra F. Carter; two daughters. Karen Ann Carter Galmiche who died in an apartment fire; Linda Faye Carter who died In a car accident; one grandson Brian Jeffrey Warwick who was hit by a speeding car while playing in his yard; one brother Harry Carter; two sisters, Pauline Carter Dahms, and Dorothy Carter Baker. Mr. Carter is survived by his wife of nine years, Dorene Eldridge Carter of Houston; one daughter Diane Carter Warwick, son-in-law, John Warwick of Houston; stepdaughter Penny Burttschell and husband, Tommy of Pinehurst, Tx.; three grandsons, Todd Carter Warwick, Jeffrey Jordan Warwick and Christopher Ray Galmiche; step-granddaughter, Andrea Burttschell; two brothers, Bill Carter of New Hampshire and James (Corky) Carter of Colorado; three sisters-in-law, many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were December 6. 1993 in the Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Chapel. Burial was in the Forest Park. Lawndale Cemetery, Houston, Texas, beside his wife.

CARTER, Kimberly Ruth
2003-2003
Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 11 2003 - Kimberly Ruth Carter, infant daughter of Matthew Martin Carter and Lynn Marie Hoyer Carter, was stillborn Tuesday, December 9, 2003, at Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg. Survivors include her parents of Warrensburg; maternal grandparents, Richard and Peggy Hoyer, Warrensburg; maternal great-grandparents, James and Ruth Petersen, Winthrop, Minnesota; maternal great-grandmother, Shirley Davis, Frankfort, Indiana; maternal great-great-grandmothers, Lillian Petersen, Milroy, Minnesota, and Lena Bolivar, state of Colorado; paternal grandmother, Jane Howard, Warrensburg; paternal grandfather, Stacey Carter, Springfield; paternal great-grandparents, Luther and Betty Marr, Warrensburg, and paternal great-grandmother, Maurita Carter, Clinton. Graveside services will be held Friday, December 12, at Warrensburg Memorial Gardens.

CARTER, Leonard Gene "Andy"
1944-2008
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 6 2008 - Leonard Gene "Andy" Carter, 63, Mesa, Arizona, died Saturday, Feb. 2, 2008, at his home. Andy was born in Clinton on March 3, 1944, the son of Leonard Martin "Bo" Carter and Bessie Florence (Hutton) Carter. He was a machinist and tool and die maker for Rival Manufacturing Company in Clinton for many years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and building things. He and Sally moved to Mesa, Arizona in 1996. Andy was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Sally of the home; one son Dale Carter of Kansas City; one brother Jim Hutton of Las Vegas, Nevada, and one sister Brenda Smith Bradley of Clinton. Memorial services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Wednesday, Feb. 13. Inurnment was in the Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery, Clinton.

CARTER, Leonard Martin "Boe"
1917-1978
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Leonard Martin "Boe" Carter was born near Clinton December 14, 1917, the eldest son of Ernest and Isa Cowan Carter, and died at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital February 8, 1978. He was married to Bessie Hutton on September 6, 1939 and they lived in Clinton their entire life. They had two children, one daughter, Brenda Joyce, and a son, Leonard Gene. "Boe," as he was so well known, enjoyed the out-of-doors and hunting and fishing were his main pastimes. He had worked for the City of Clinton for 20 years. He was preceded in death by his father, Ernest Carter, and a sister, Thelma May. He is survived by his wife, Bessie, of the home; a daughter, Brenda Smith and husband, Robert, of Grandview, MO; a son, Leonard Gene and wife, Sally, of near Clinton; a stepson, James Hutton and wife, Karen, of Anderson, MO; his mother, Mrs. Isa Bryant of Clinton; three brothers, Billie G., and C. B. of Clinton and Glenn of Independence; a sister, Dorothy Morgan of Clinton; four grandsons, Marty Smith of Grandview, Dale Carter of near Clinton, Timmy and Jimmy Hutton of San Diego, Calif.; one granddaughter, Brenda, of Anderson, MO and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted at the Consalus Chapel in Clinton Friday, February 10. Burial was in the Memory Garden Cemetery, near Clinton, under the direction of Consalus Funeral Chapel of Clinton.

CARTER, Lovetra Irene ETHRIDGE
1929-1999
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 13 1999 - Lovetra Irene Carter, 70, Warsaw, MO, formerly from Kansas City, died Monday, October 11, 1999. She was born August 20, 1929, in Kansas City. She was married to Ellis Carter. She was a tax examiner for the Internal Revenue Service. Preceding her in death were her father and three grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Ellis, of the home; her mother, Dona Ethridge, Kansas City; seven sons, Wayne Carter, Lloyd Carter, Pat Carter, all of Independence, Jimmie Carter, Kansas City, Gene Carter, Buffalo, Bobby Carter, Greenwood, and Paul Carter, Grain Valley; one daughter, Lucretia Meyers, Parkville; one brother, Gene Ethridge, Phoenix, Arizona; one sister, Lloydine Carter, Kansas City; 22 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Mass will be Friday, October 15, at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, Windsor, with burial in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CARTER, Mabel Lucinda
1906-1921
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - It was with sorrow last Saturday afternoon that the people of Clinton learned that Mable Lucinda Carter was dead. In fact is seemed impossible. For less than a week before we had seen her bright, happy face when out with a crowd of companions. Just after this and six days before her death she became ill with an acute attack of inflammatory rheumatism, which affected her heart. She had suffered from an attack of rheumatism about four years ago, at which time she was in such poor health that she was unable to attend school for nearly a year. This was a great regret, as she thoroughly enjoyed school and books. However her health improved and she was able to return to school and completed the 8th grade last year. She had every appearance of good health, but she was never able to play like other girls, as it affected her heart. Mable was born at Chloe, Mo., Feb. 5, 1906, being 15 years, 6 months and 1 day old. She also lived between Chloe and Brownington, moving with her parents to Clinton in 1914. She leaves to mourn her death her parents, R. H. Carter and wife, and the following brothers and sister: William E. Carter of Kansas City; Robert Carter, Mrs. W. D. Hollis, Misses Myrtle, Mildred and Elsie Carter, Clinton. Altho not very old she had given more years of service to her Master than many who have lived many times as long. She was converted in the fall of 1916, and united with the Baptist church. Since that time she had been faithful to the teachings of her church and present at every service possible. She was a remarkable student of the Sunday school class for several years and in that time she never failed to answer correctly a question on the Bible. When memory verses were given to learn, she seemed to have already known them. She was preparing for the joys of Heaven. For more than a year she was class treasurer of the Philathea class and during that time most efficiently kept the records, and the funds. She possessed a fine voice and her singing delighted all. She was an exceptional girl and it seems strange she was called away when so young, but the Heavenly Father knows best and her loved ones are comforted with the thought that they known in Whom she hath believed, and that she is now safe in the Heavenly home away from pain and suffering. The funeral services were conducted at the Baptist church Sunday. The remains were laid in Englewood.

CARTER, Martin C.
1865-1928
Fields Creek Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Martin Carter died at his home at the Clinton Hunting and Fish Lake, at the southwest corner of the lake, just southwest of Clinton, between 6:30 and 1 a.m. last Saturday morning, blowing out his brains with a shotgun. He had been ill since May 16, 1927, with Bright's disease, heart trouble and other complications. For nearly three months he was bedfast, suffering intensely, only resting day or night under the influence of drugs. He had worried about his condition, knowing he could never be well again, but had gotten better. In fact, so much better, that he and his daughter, Miss Agnes, were staying alone, having done so for some days. He had laughed and joked the night before and had been much better, in fact, that morning was the first time he had dressed himself alone and Agnes jokingly asked him where he thought he was going. She had fixed his favorite chair and left him resting there when she started to feed her chickens, being nearly there, when she heard the gun. Knowing something was wrong she ran back to find the tragic end. She, poor child, met the terrible scene alone. She had given him devoted care every minute of his sickness, assisted by her sister and brothers. She was his homemaker, also his assistant as caretaker of the lake. He had held this position for seven years. Everything was always kept in order and young and old most carefully looked after all hours of the day and night there by him. When he was not well enough to attend to his duties Agnes filled his place. She is a fearless and tireless worker and a capable girl. His children had tried to persuade him to go to their homes and live, but he did not like to give up his work and be of no use in the world. The officers of the lake knowing how he felt, arranged so that Agnes could take care of the work, and it seemed all was well - when no doubt dread filled his mind, which had been so pain racked for so many weary days and nights, that he committed the deed. He was honest and upright in his dealings with men, who were his friends in all walks of life. He had the regard and the respect of his employers - the officers and shareholders of the Club Lake. During his last illness he confessed to believe in his Savior to Rev. A. N. Lindsey, who visited his home. He was anxious that his children should attend church. He was born in Vermont, August 12, 1865. About 39 years ago he married Miss May Frances Woody, who died 16 years ago March 7th. After that he lived with his children until he came to the Club Lake. His married life was blessed with eight children, six of whom survive as follows: Ora and Ernest Carter, who live northwest of Clinton; Henry Carter, who lives on South McLane street; Philip Carter and Mrs. C. S. Middaugh, who live near Golden Gate. Miss Agnes Carter, at home. He also leaves one sister, Mrs. Mary Buttener, of Springfield. The body was brought to Sims-Wilkinson undertaking rooms and prepared for burial and taken Sunday afternoon to Field's Creek church, where the services were conducted. Interment in the cemetery near by.

CARTER, Maurita Faye SNOW
1919-2019
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Maurita Faye Carter, 99, Montrose, Missouri passed away Saturday, April 13, 2019 at Appleton City Manor. Funeral service will be on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at the Clinton Christian Church, Clinton, Missouri. Interment will follow at Vansant Road Cemetery, Clinton, Missouri. Maurita Faye Snow Carter, 99 years old, was born in Bates County near Ballard, Missouri on September 30, 1919 to Fayette and Martha (Mattie) Spears Snow. She was welcomed into the family by her older siblings, Merle Dale, Gilbert Ronald and Jaunita Belle. She attended grade school at Hackler School and graduated from Ballard High School in 1937. In 1939 she went to Kansas City School of Cosmetology. Following graduation, Maurita worked as a beautician in Warrensburg for 6 months. She then came to Clinton in the fall of 1940 where she worked for 46 years. Most of those years she owned her own business and worked in her home beauty shop. Maurita and Billie Gene Carter were united in marriage on February 5, 1944. Bill was in the service and was a POW in Germany during WWII. Maurita kept a scrapbook of correspondence of the time Bill was missing until his return to the United States. Following Bill's discharge, they settled in Clinton where they resided for many years rearing 4 children and caring for Maurita's mother. They were long time active member of the First Christian Church of Clinton. Following their retirement they spent the winter in Arizona until Bill's death in 1998. Maurita continued to live in the 2-story family home for several years, finally moving into a smaller 1-story duplex. When it was no longer feasible for her to live alone, she moved to her daughter and son-in-law's, Karen and Jim, home until failing health forced her to move to Appleton City Manor where she died peacefully on Saturday, April 13, 2019. Maurita was preceded in death by an infant brother, her parents, husband, grandsons, Brad Carter, Sean Swanson, a great-granddaughter, Kimberly Carter, and a great-grandson, Kaleb Swanson. Maurita is survived by her children, Marilyn Nold (Paul), Montrose, Missouri, Karen Munsterman (Jim), Montrose, Missouri, Ron Carter (Brenda), Hermitage, Missouri and Stacey Carter (Barbara), Springfield, Missouri, 14 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are a sister-in-law, Dorothy Spain, Windsor, Missouri and brother-in-law, CB Carter (Norma), Clinton, Missouri and many nieces and nephews.

CARTER, Mittie C. HALL
1877-1961
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Urich-Montrose Herald Tidings, Aug 25 1961 - Funeral services for Mrs. J. S. Carter, 83, Windsor, formerly of Urich, were held Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 16, at Windsor. Burial was in Laurel Oak Cemetery. Mrs. Carter died at Resthaven, Sunday afternoon, where she had resided the past nine months. Mittie C. Carter, daughter of John W. and Bersheba Cornett Hall was born Dec. 31, 1877, at Urich. She moved to Windsor in 1918 and was employed by the Livingston Trading Company until her marriage to J. S. Carter, well known hardware merchant, Oct. 1, 1919. Mrs. Carter was a member of the Windsor Methodist church and Windsor Chapter 102 Order of Eastern Star. Mr. Carter died in 1948. Surviving is a sister, Mrs. Maggie Redford, Lawrence, Kan., the last surviving member of a family of 11 children; also nieces nephews and other relatives.

CARTER, Monroe
1920-1966
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Funeral services for Monroe Carter, 47, of the Mt Carmel neighborhood, west of Clinton, who died unexpectedly Feb 16, 1966, at his home, were held Feb 20, at the Vansant Funeral Home. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery. Monroe Carter, only child of Ora and Mable Miller Carter, was born Feb 6, 1920, in the Mt Carmel community, west of Clinton, where he spent his life, with the exception of the time he was in military service and a brief period in Sedalia. He attended school at Marvin and Mt Carmel. On Oct 10, 1942, he married Miss Ruth Cox, and one daughter Donna, now Mrs. Calvin Childers, blessed their union. At the time of his marriage Mr. Carter was in military service, serving 41 months, with two years spent in Italy and Africa. He attained the rank of staff sergeant and received several aards including the Bronze Star for bravery. In 1949 the family moved to Sedalia where Mr. Carter was manager of the Massey-Harris store four years. Since farming was so strong in his blood, he bought their farm home and three years ago the family realized their dream and built a new home. All working together, all were proud of Dad's finishing ability on cabinets and woodwork. He also enjoyed the pleasure of assisting his daughter and husband in remodeling their home. His love of sharing with his family was always of utmost importance to him. He and his daughter joined the LaDue Methodist Church together. His wife shared his love and interest in the Hereford cattle they raised on their farm and he knew each one by name. As a leader in his community, he was a leader in 4-H, a member of the Davis R-12 school board serving as president during the construction. He also served as church treasurer, and board member of the Lord's Acre Program. He was a member of the Urich American Legion Post. He loved to hunt and fish and was always ready to share his bounty. Surviving are his wife, Ruth, of the home, where he spent many joyous hours; the daughter, Donna, his pride and joy, and son-in-law, Calvin Childers, who was as a son to him; an aunt, Mrs. Virgie Middaugh, and uncle, Henry Carter; other relatives and a host of friends.

CARTER, Nancy Jo KEHM
1951-2012
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 22 2012 - Nancy Jo (Kehm) Carter, 61, Clinton, was born March 2, 1951, in Grand Island, Nebraska and died Sunday, May 20, 2012, at Fitzgibbons Hospital, Marshall. Nancy was born March 2, 1951, in Grand Island, Nebraska, the daughter of Kenneth K. and Delores J. (Sonders) Kehm. She was married to Galen W. Carter. She was a vice president for the First National Bank in Clinton having been with the bank for 42 years. She was preceded in death by her father, her son, Scott Wayne Carter, and her mother-in-law, Dorothy Carter. She is survived by her husband, Galen Carter of the home; her son, Kenneth Carter and wife, Kelly, Lee's Summit; her grandson, Kason Carter; her mother, Delores Kehm of Clinton, and four sisters, Jackie Caldwell, Kathy Breshears, Jody Cosens and Kenna Moore, all of Clinton. As a child she grew up in Fair Oaks, California. However, her life changed forever when she and her family moved to Clinton in 1967. As everyone here knows, Nancy was full of life and what she loved best about life was her family and her many friends here in Clinton. Little did Nancy or anyone else know when she arrived in Clinton more than 40 years ago, what a wonderful life lay ahead of her. It was here in Clinton she graduated from high school in 1968. It was here in Clinton that she met Galen and where they were married in 1969. It was here in Clinton where she gave birth to her first son, Scott Glen Carter, who passed away shortly after birth. It was also here where her son, Kenny, was born in 1971. As Kenny grew older and began participating in youth sports, Nancy and Galen enjoyed nothing more than spending time with Kenny and his friends, watching and cheering as he played baseball, football and other sports. However, Kenny and Nancy didn't stop when his sports activities ended after high school. Through the years, Kenny and Nancy traveled together far and wide to Nebraska and Missouri football games, as well as several U.S. Open Tennis Tournaments in New York City. At one point, she and Kenny even set a goal to visit every major league baseball park! They didn't make it to all of them, but they had a great time at the ones they did visit. Nancy and Galen also loved traveling to many vacation spots and exotic locales with family and friends. Nancy didn't believe in putting off until tomorrow what you can do today. She packed a lot of living and fun into her much-too-short life. Twelve years ago, Kenny and his wife, Kelly, gave Nancy a grandson, Kason. Her love and time devoted to her family wasn't divided or shared; it just multiplied! As Kason grew and began getting involved in baseball and other sports ....well....you know the rest of the story. Nancy and her family had many great adventures traveling to dozens of great places across the United States, making many wonderful memories that Galen, Kenny, Kelly and Kason will find comfort in and cherish for the rest of their lives. Nancy loved her family and loved spending time with them. Her life was complete in them and she enjoyed her life with them to the fullest. What more can any of us ask or hope for? Funeral services were held Thursday, May 24, at the Northeast Baptist Church. Interment was in Clinton Memory Gardens, Clinton.

CARTER, Norma Lee STREAN
1934-2024
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Norma Lee (Strean) Carter, age 89, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at Adair Village in Clinton, Missouri. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel in Clinton, Missouri. Burial to follow in Vansant Road Cemetery in Clinton, Missouri. Norma L Carter was born on March 7, 1934 in Clinton, Missouri to John and Linnie Strean. She graduated from Clinton High School in 1952 and soon after married the love of her life, C.B. Carter, in 1954. This union was blessed with four children; Duane (Sue) Carter, Elaine (Chris) Millam, Allen Carter, and Jennifer (Mitch) Grimes, along with four grandchildren, Nathan (Jennifer) Carter, Janelle (Brandon) Jolley, Eric (Allison) Millam, Sara (Shawn) Strough and numerous great grandchildren, and a number of great-great grandchildren that she loved dearly. Norma worked many years including at Coca Cola, William F Chrome, Stewart Natinger, and the Division of Family Services as a food stamp clerical for 36 years retiring in 1995. After retirement she enjoyed spending winters in Arizona with family, camping, baking, embroidery, reading, working puzzles and studying her bible. Norma was a member of Northeast Baptist Church for many years and had a great love for her church and her church family. She taught many Sunday School classes, Vacation Bible School, worked in the kitchen and always was willing to help anyway she could. Norma and C.B. had a love for Bluegrass music. They would travel all over for music festivals. They met a lot of friends along the way and had a lot of great memories. Norma often said it was some of the best times of her life. Norma was preceded in death by her parents John and Linnie Strean, one brother, JD Strean, two sisters, Margaret Northrop and Charlene Strean.

CARTER, Ronald George
1934-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 25 2002 - Ronald George Carter, son of George Bates Carter and Nina Elizabeth (Ramey) Carter, was born July 9, 1934, in Leavenworth, Kansas, and died at his home in Clinton on February 12, 2002, at the age of 67 years. He spent 38 years in various positions with Missouri Public Service Company and retired as a dispatcher in the Lee's Summit office. He met and married Mary L. Lent in Nevada in 1957. To this union three children were born, Sean, Brian and Meleia. After the dissolution of this marriage in 1977 and moving to Lee's Summit, Ron met Betty in 1987 and later married her and retired in Clinton. Ron is survived by his wife, Betty of the home; two sons, Sean Carter of Clinton and Brian M. Carter of St. Petersburg, Florida; one daughter, Meleia D. Carter and companion, Dr. Dayna Early of University City; one stepdaughter, Carol Chandler of Kansas City; one sister, Judy E. Carter and companion, Mildred Lager of Ft. Scott, Kansas, and two beautiful grandchildren, who he adored and they him, Lauren Carter-Early and Alec Carter-Early, and three step-grandchildren, Kelly Franco and husband, Aaron of Phoenix, Arizona, Noel Chandler of San Francisco, California, and Jamie Chandler of Park City, Utah. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Saturday, February 16. Cremation followed.

CARTER, Ruth Blanche COX
1921-2002
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 25 2002 - Ruth Blanche (Cox) Carter, 81, died September 12, 2002. Ruth was born on April 26, 1921, in Cass County. Her parents were Billy Joab Cox and Jessie Cordelia Embree Cox. They resided in Creighton. She had two sisters, Thelma McCalmon and Ruby Lotspeich. Her parents and sisters preceded her in death. On October 10, 1942, she married Monroe Carter and they lived most of their life west of Clinton on the family farm. Donna (Carter) Dehn, their only daughter, was born on February 6, 1947. Ruth was a Willow Branch 4-H Club leader, which was one of her greatest accomplishments in life. Many girls in Henry County learned to cook with her loving direction. Baking pies, cinnamon rolls and bread was everyone's favorite and she took pleasure in giving baked goods away for others to enjoy. When she wasn't in the kitchen, she was in her flower garden. All of us will remember the outstanding bouquets that she often gave away. Family and friends also have many of the precious pieces she made to remember her by. Her pastimes included needlework, ceramics and oil painting. Members of the Mount Carmel Ladies Club also enjoyed her company and devoted friendship. She was a faithful member of the LaDue Methodist Church and preparing Easter breakfast brought joy to the members and their families. She joined the Clinton Christian Church the last few years of her life. She is survived by her daughter, Donna Dehn and her husband, Wally; her granddaughters, Cassie Endicott and her husband John, and Neely Morgan and her husband Rich, plus three great-grandchildren, Mistie and Chad Endicott and Hailey Monroe Morgan. Private family graveside services and burial were held at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, on Monday, September 16.

CARTER, Susie PARKS
1869-1942
Antioch Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Dec 24 1942 - Mrs. Susie Carter (col.) wife of James Carter passed away at her home on North Main street, Tuesday morning at 2 o'clock, at the age of 73 years. Besides her husband she leaves three children, Henry, Nora and Lena Bradley, three children having preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held Saturday at the Methodist church.

CARTER, William J.
1902-1992
Holden Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - William J. Carter, 90, Holden, passed away Saturday, September 5, 1992, at Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg. He was born July 17, 1902, in Johnson County, the son of Thomas Jasper and Margaret (Davis) Carter. He lived in Holden all of his life. On April 9, 1927, he married Elsie Faye Garrison. She preceded him in death March 31. 1972. On December 24, 1972, he married Ruth (Riddle) Lovell. She preceded him in death December 26, 1976. On August 28, 1977 he married Zelma (Martin) Farnsworth in Holden. He was a farmer and had worked for Rockledge Manufacturing Company in Holden for 15 years, retiring in 1967. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Holden. He is survived by his wife, Zelma Carter, of the home; two sons, Wayne Carter and Wilmer Carter, both of Holden; one sister, Opal Ludlow, Phoenix, Arizona; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Monday. September 7, 1992, at the First Baptist Church in Holden. Reverend Darrell Woods officiated. Burial was in Holden Cemetery.

CARTER. Jimi B.
1955-2004
Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 23 2004 - Jimi B. Carter, 48, Osceola, a retired construction worker, died Friday, February 20, 2004, at his home of a heart attack. Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 24, in the Floral Hills Chapel, Kansas City. Burial will be in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens.

CARTT, Robert Franklin
1855-1924
Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Jan 18 1924 - R. F. Cartt died suddenly at his home in LaDue last Saturday at 9 p.m. He had been ill for about four days with neuralgia, able to be up and about, but that night the pain struck his heart and the end came quickly. Deceased was born at Union, Ky., February 18, 1855, and was married to Miss Miranda Banda, October 24, 1883. They had resided in LaDue since 1884. The Cartts came here from Kentucky and Mr. Cartt had been teaching in the rural schools for about 40 years, many times in the same school, as he was a thorough instructor and ruled his pupils with a kindly hand, teaching them the rudiments of education. At the time of his death he was assistant cashier in the Bank of LaDue, which position he has held for some time. He was always interested in the affairs of his country and well posted on local as well as national issues. His kindly smile and hearty hand shake won and kept him friends. He was widely known and these friends, together with the Eye, extend sympathy to his beloved wife and their two sons, Elmer of Eofford, California, and Rea of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Rea and wife arrived Sunday and Elmer came in Wednesday for the funeral. He also leaves one grandchild. In the death of Mr. Cartt, Henry county has lost one of our best citizens. He was in the sixties, but had such a youthful mind and heart, he did not seem old. He was taken in his prime. May the Comforter come to his beloved -- his always inseparable companion, as well as to the the sons. The funeral services were conducted the afternoon of January 17th at the Bear Creek church. - The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Feb 22 1924 - MEMORIAL - Robert F. Cartt was born at Union Star, Kentucky, October 4th, 1855. Was united in marriage to Miss Miranda Banda October 24th, 1883, and died suddenly of heart trouble at 9 o'clock p.m. January 12th, 1924, aged 68 years, 3 months and 8 days. Left to mourn his departure from life is the true and faithful wife, and two manly, loving sons - Rhea E. Cartt, of Oklahoma City, and Elmer L. Cartt of Bakersfield, Cal., the only children of this happy union. Two bright little grandsons, Robert E. and Thomas E., children of Elmer L. Cartt; one brother, Leonard Cartt, of Union Star, Kentucky, and one sister, Mrs. Maggie Lawson, of Hawesville, Kentucky, also survive him. - On coming to Missouri from Kentucky in the spring of 1884, Robert F. Cartt, with his bride of only a few months, chose LaDue as his home and there he remained until called to the Home above where there shall be no more sorrow and pain. He had chosen the profession of teaching, and had taught four terms of school in Kentucky, and entering actively upon the same work here, soon rose to distinction in Henry county and has long been considered a leading educator. Having taught forty-two terms of school in this county, forty-six in all, his faithful and continued work in the profession, and all these years spent in one community, is proof of his great worth, and we shall see more plainly his many virtues as we review his career and realize that he is gone from among us. For the last few years, he had been associated with H.B. Hollopeter, in the Bank of LaDue, as assistant cashier, and there, as in every walk of life, he proved his worth as a man of sound judgment and business ability.

CARVER, Dorothy Lucille VANDERPOOL
1929-2004
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 13 2004 - Dorothy Lucille Carver, 74, Warsaw, died Tuesday, January 13, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital. Cremation. No services. Preceding her in death were her parents, Noble and Ola Lankford Vanderpool; her husband, Robert Carver; one son, Dennis Morgan; three brothers, Kenneth Vanderpool, Jerry Vanderpool and C. L. Vanderpool; two sisters, Lois Vanderpool and Letha Blehm. Survivors include one daughter, Mary L. Young of the home; two brothers, Ralph Vanderpool, Marshall, and Frank Vanderpool, Joplin; two sisters, Doris Martin and Lorrane Carson, both of Redfield, Iowa; seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

CARVER, Golda Mable CORRELL
1904-1925
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - "In the midst of life we are in death." God has again sent the reaper of death to the ripe fields of harvest and gathered a sheaf more precious than all the world. Golda Mable, only daughter of Charles and May Correll, was born May 15th, 1904, on the old Cruce place, near Delmar, and passed away at the home of her parents, south of Urich, Mo., June 25, 1925, at 10:25 p.m., at the age of 21 years, 1 month and 10 days. She was united in marriage to Everett Carver, of Appleton City, February 15, 1925, who with her father, mother and one brother, and a host of other relatives and friends are left to mourn her departure. Deceased was a member of the Methodist church at White Oak, having been converted in early girlhood. She was their pianist for some time and was ever willing to do what she could. She had been sick for about ten weeks, and bedfast about seven weeks. All that a devoted husband, loving parents, a kind physician and faithful friends could do was done to relieve her suffering, but all could not stay the hand of death. Golda was a dear, sweet girl, a devoted wife, a loving and obedient daughter, a kind sister and a real sunbeam to all. She bore her intense suffering with great patience and was so hopeful that she would get well and could return to her own home, which she and Everett had planned only four short months ago. Funeral services were conducted from the White Oak church on June 26th, after which the pallbearers, who were classmates of hers in Sunday School, bore her gently and lovingly to the cemetery nearby. Her Sunday School teacher and girls of her class carried the profusion of beautiful flowers, which testified of the love for this sweet girl.

CARVER, Narcissus Ann MATHEWS WOOD AARON
1839-1913
Hickory Grove Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Narcissus Ann Carver died Wednesday, December 10, 1913 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Grant Stevens, near Hartwell, Mo. A short funeral service was conducted at the home on December 11, after which we bore the body tenderly to Hickory Grove cemetery where services were conducted. Narcissus Ann Carver was born in Mississippi, September 23, 1839. She came to Missouri in 1868. She married three times - first, Mr. Wood; second to Mr. Aaron, who was the father of J. D. Aaron of Urich, Mo. In 1871 she was married to Noah Carver and lived near Hickory Grove until about 1882, when they moved to Lawrence County, Mo., where Mr. Carver died in 1885. To this union with Noah Carver were born the following children: Joseph H. Carver, Jackson Patt Carver, Noah Carver, Albert Carver, and Nancy Perdelia Carver. At the time of Mr. Carver's death she was left in poor circumstances with a family of five children. Later she returned to Henry County, Mo. settling in the community from which she had gone. She met the conflicts of life with a brave and cheerful heart and reared her children to honorable manhood and womanhood, and no mother could love them better than she did. The last 12 or 15 years she had spent living among her children.

CARVER, Reuben
1856-1905
Johnstown Cemetery, Johnstown, Bates Co, MO
Clinton Missouri - On January 4, 1905, Reuben Carver was clearing a piece of timberland and while chopping a tree down, was struck by a falling tree and his neck was broken. Reuben Carver was born in Batavia, Iowa on April 19, 1856, He was the son of Noah and Nancy Ann McIntire Carver. He moved with his family, while a small boy, to White Oak township in Henry County, Mo., where he lived most of his life. Reuben died January 4, 1905 at the age of 48 years, 8 month and 15 days. Mr. Carver joined the Christian church nearly 22 years ago, and had lived a Christian life ever since. He married Mary Adaline Crump February 8, 1890 near Vista, Mo. To this union five children were born, two boys and three girls; Harry Wirt, Ara Blanche, Reuben Harold, Ada Lucile, and Angeline who was born a few months after her father's death. He is survived by his loving wife and his five children. Also surviving are four brothers and six sisters; Francis M. Carver, Martha Louise Carver Patt, Melissa Jane Carver Sims, Myra Alice Carver Simmons, Joseph H. Carver, Jackson Patt Carver, Norah Carver Stevens, Albert Carver, Nancy Perdelia Carver Smith. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers; Rufus Carver and Lewis Carver. After the funeral service his body was placed at rest in Johnstown Cemetery, there to rest until the great day.

CARY, Clark Calvin
abt 1925-1996
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mr. and Mrs. Chester Redford have received word of the death of Mr. Redford's brother, Clark C. Cary. Mr. Cary died in Prescott, Arizona, and was buried in Phoenix, Arizona. He is survived by his mother Tinsley Redford of Clinton; three brothers, Chester Redford of Clinton, Robert Redford of Corsou, Ca., and Dale Redford of Tulsa, Ok.

CARY, James Alpha
1956-1992
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - James Alpha Cary was born in Clinton on June 22, 1956. He was a graduate of Calhoun High School. He passed away on November 14, 1992. He moved to California and was a plumber. In 1990 he moved back to Clinton and bought a farm. He is survived by his mother, Wilma O. Cary; sisters, Barbara J. Cary and Dona Sue Pinkston; brothers, Lewis Eugene Cary and Arthur William (Bill) Cary. He was the kind of person we all try to be. He was a warm, kindhearted, caring, and loving person. He always had a smile for everyone and enjoyed life to the fullest. He was on a very limited income, but he always found a way to give more than he had. He lived at the end of YY on a piece of land surrounded by Corps land. It was a favorite place for people to abandon their unwanted animals. Somehow these starving creatures found their way to his house. Be it a mother dog and her lone surviving pup, the others having been killed by predators, or a cat, half-blind and sick, he took them in and cared for them, spending what little money he had to feed them and give them medical attention. If he couldn't find a good home for them they became part of his loving household. A good many of the parents in town didn't know it, but they owed him a multitude of thanks. Because of where he lived, many kids would find themselves stuck in the mud at any time of the day or night. Naturally they would make their way to his house. It did not matter if it was 4 in the afternoon or, more likely, 4 in the morning. He would let them in when they knocked on the door. He would get dressed and help pull them out or take them to town. All the time he never let on just how sick he was or how much it hurt him to do this. He was just glad he could be there for them in their time of need. All the kids called him "Uncle Jimmy." He will be sorely missed in the hearts of everyone that knew him. Funeral services were Thursday, November 19, 1992, at McLane Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

CARY, James Franklin
1883-1939
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
James F. Cary Dropped Dead at 11:00 a. m., May 1, 1939. James F. Cary was born January 27, 1883, at Blackwater, Mo., in Cooper County. He was united in marriage April 11, 1907, to Bessie Anders and their residence has been in and around Calhoun most of their married life. To this union were born three children, two of whom survive with the wife: Mervin E., of St. Joseph, and Mrs. Ruth Simmons of Calhoun, one granddaughter, the pride of his heart, Barbara Dale Cary, age 2 1/2 years, survives, also five sisters, two of whom live in Portland, Oregon. two at Blackwater, Mo., and one in Nevada, Mo., and two brothers who live in Kansas. "Jim" Cary, as he was known to his friends, was a kind and devoted husband, father and Christian gentleman. A mutual love and devotion closely bound him to his family. He was a member of the Calhoun Presbyterian Church to which his entire family belonged. Although quiet and unassuming, he was friendly to all he met. Many years of his life were devoted to the mining trade, but due to ill health the last two years he has been content to do tasks of love for his family. Their daughter, Mrs. Frank Simmons, had planned to return that afternoon from the Community Clinic, where she had undergone a major operation, and Mr. and Mrs. Cary were at her home preparing, with a parents loving thoughtfulness for her return. Mr. Cary was mowing the lawn, in which he took much pride, when his life ended. He had been in failing health several years but had improved. He is survived by his wife and daughter, also a son, Mervin, of St. Joseph. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday at the Presbyterian Church.

CARY, Lewis Eugene "Gene"
1931-2013
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 2 2013 - Lewis Eugene (Gene) Cary, 82, died at his home in Montrose on June 12, 2013. Gene was born in the Calhoun area near Tebo Creek in 1931. He went to school in Calhoun and maintained lifelong friendships from that time. After school he joined the Navy and spent time on the communications ship, U.S.S. Northhampton. Following his discharge he returned to Missouri and worked in Kansas City. There he met Mary Ann Hartwig and they married the following June 1, also his birthday, and were married for 55 wonderful years. They began a family, moved to Colorado for a couple of years, then back to the Kansas City area before settling near Montrose where they have lived for nearly 41 years. They had two children, Sandi and Roger, who both graduated from Montrose high School. Gene had a favorite great-aunt and uncle in Colorado and the family made many trips back there over the years for visits and shunting trips. Gene had been self-employed for many years before taking a position with the newly-formed Truman Water District as head of distribution, bringing water to the rural areas. He retired from that position in 2000. He had for many years done repair work and maintenance for Montrose Senior Housing -- work he never stopped doing -- and had many friends there who appreciated his skills and knowledge, as well as the fresh trout he would bring after a successful fishing trip. He enjoyed fishing with friends and family and was very good at it. He loved to fish for crappie and trout. Favorite family dinners were when Gene fried crappie using his amazing homemade fish fry breading. He cooked and everybody ate for hours. It was something he always did when the whole family got together, cooking outside in the garage regardless of the weather. He liked to hunt and his son, Roger, has great memories of hunting quail with his dad. Daughter Sandi also has wonderful memories hunting mushrooms with him. And both were also favorite family meals. He also got a lot of pleasure out of his horses and time with the Henry County Sheriff's Posse. He had a big beautiful Arabian named Shado and rode him in many parades and Posse events. Gene, Mary Ann and their children enjoyed many summer vacations in Branson at Wild Bird Resort perched on a hill above a beautiful park on Lake Taneycomo. Over the years, friends would join them on long weekends and as the kids got older, the outings grew to include grandchildren, aunts, uncles and many others. Wonderful memories. Gene is survived by his wife, Mary Ann (Hartwig) Cary of the home; son, Roger Cary and wife, Cindy, Deepwater; daughter, Sandi Nelsen and husband, Craig, Loveland, Colorado; brother, Bill Cary and wife, Carol, Pagosa Springs, Colorado; sister, Dona Sue Pinkston and husband, Dan, Clinton; sister, Barbara Jean Cary and husband, Randy, Belleville, Illinois; five grandchildren, Christy, Cole, Brett, Clay and Dena; one great-granddaughter, Madison; brother-in-law, David Hartwig and wife, Gail, Berthoud, Colorado; as well as several nieces and nephews. Memorial services were held Friday, June 14, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Inurnment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CARY, Mervin Elbert
1909-1992
Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mervin Elbert Cary, 82, of Independence, passed away May 28 at his home. He was born in Shawnee Mound and was raised in Calhoun but had lived most of his life in the Kansas City area. Mr. Cary was a machinist for 20 years with the Bendix Corp in Kansas City before he retired in 1974. He was a member of the Tri-City Baptist Church in Independence and was past president of Machinist Local #314 Retirees Club. He is survived by his wife, Helen Lorraine (Wren) Cary of the home; one son, Mervin W. Cary, Independence; three daughters, Barbara Harbough, Deanna Pieratt, both of Independence, and Billie Simmons of Grandview: 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Monday, June 1, 1992 at Newcomers Floral Hill Chapel in Kansas City with burial in Floral Hill Cemetery.

CARY, Wilma O. KOENIG
1927-2008
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 21 2008 - Wilma O. Cary died at her home in Clinton on January 1, 2008, at the age of 80 years old. She was born on April 16, 1927, in Waterville, Kansas, the daughter of W. J. and Molly (Fouste) Koenig. Wilma was married to James Lewis Cary, who preceded her in death. She was a factory worker for Rival and the shoe factory. She was preceded in death by her parents, W. J. and Molly Koenig; her husband James Lewis Cary; one son Jimmy Cary; five brothers, Elmer Koenig, Orville Koenig, Arthur Koenig, Gene Koenig and Owen Koenig, and one sister Helen Smith. Wilma is survived by one son Bill Cary of Pogosa Springs, Colorado; two daughters, Sue Pinkston of Clinton and Barbara Cary of Belleville, Illinois; one sister, Delma Thornburg of Moberly, as well as seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Monday, January 7. Inurnment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CASE, Minnie D. HUNT
1906-1992
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Minnie D. Case was born in Ionia, Mo., on Jan. 6, 1906, and passed away in Pauls Valley, Okla., on Feb. 7, 1992, at the age of 86 years. She is survived by a son, Elvin Case, and his wife, Rose, of Pauls Valley, Okla.; four granddaughters, one grandson and four great-grandchildren. Minnie D. Hunt and Elvin Ray Case were married in Sedalia on January 21, 1928. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elvin Ray, in 1987. She was retired from Central Missouri State University. Mrs. Case was a member of the Calhoun Baptist Church. Graveside funeral services were held at the Calhoun cemetery on Sunday, Feb. 9, 1992.

CASE, Samuel S.
1932-1993
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Samuel S. Case, 60, Blue Springs, an electrical worker and veteran of the Korean War, died Monday, January 11, at St. Mary's Hospital of Blue Springs. He was a brother of Martha Elliott of Calhoun. He was a member of the Scottish Rite Bodies and the Ararat Shrine.

CASE, Trenton B.
1974-2001
Seaside Memorial Park, Corpus Christi, Nueces Co, TX
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 3 2001 - Trenton B. Case, 26, Independence, formerly of Clinton, died Tuesday, January 2, 2001, at his home. Trent was born December 23, 1974, in Maryville, and had lived in Clinton where he graduated from Clinton High School. He was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church. Trent was a residential home construction worker. Surviving are his parents, Jim and Sheila Case, Branson; his brother, Tony and his wife, Rachel, Seattle, Washington; his nephew, Collin James Case; his special friend, Missy Harris, Independence; four aunts, three uncles, 14 cousins and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be Thursday at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 East 39th Street, Independence. Burial will be in Seaside Memorial Park, Corpus Christi, Texas.

CASEY, Brenda Kay LINDSAY
1957-2008
Freeman Cemetery, Freeman, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 7 2008 - Brenda Kay Casey, daughter of Mary Katherine (Parrish) Vogel and Theodore Lindsay, Jr., was born June 6, 1957 in Kansas City, Missouri. She passed away suddenly November 5, 2008 at her home in rural Montrose, Missouri at 51 years of age. Brenda had lived in Kansas City, Belton and then the last two years were spent in the Montrose, Missouri area. Brenda and Bobby Joe Casey were united in marriage April 28, 1978. She was an avid football fan especially following the Chiefs and cheering them on. She also enjoyed watching NASCAR and keeping up with #88, Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Her greatest love was her two granddaughters and spending time with them and with her nieces and nephews. Preceding Brenda in death was her husband Bobby Joe. Survivors include her son Bobby Casey of Belton, Missouri; her mother and stepfather Mary and Kenny Vogel of Montrose, Missouri; two brothers, John Blackmon and Ron Starforth both of Harrisonville, Missouri; three sisters, Kathy Mitchell of Windsor, Missouri, Tina Carroll of Harrisonville, Missouri and Debbie Goth of Appleton City, Missouri; and two granddaughters, Britney and Kayla Casey both of Calhoun, Missouri.

CASEY, Charles Francis Jr.
1928-1998
Missouri Veterans Cemetery at Higginsville, Lafayette Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 14 1998 - Charles Francis Casey, Jr., 69, Tightwad, died Monday, April 13, 1998, at his home. Mr. Casey was born November 7, 1928, in Parma, Ohio, the son of Charles F. Casey, Sr. and Marion Gager Casey. He was a veteran of the United States Army. On February 14, 1948, he married Marcella Schnelle. He worked in car sales in Kansas City and later as a sales representative for the Atlas Equipment Company, retiring in 1987 and moving to the Tightwad area. He was of the Baptist faith. Her is survived by his wife, Marcella, of the home; four sons, Charles Casey III, Kansas City, Patrick Casey, Omaha, Nebraska, Danny Casey, Blue Springs, Ricky Casey, Macon; four daughters, Marlene Hegendeffer, Smithville, Paula Wiedersberg, Blue Springs, Terry Reynolds, Raytown, Linda Pruckler, Independence; one sister, Charline Kucera, Toledo, Ohio; 25 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, also five nieces and four nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother, Paul Casey, and one daughter, Kathleen Casey. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

CASEY, Eileen L. CLEEK
1925-1993
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Memorial services for Mrs. Eileen (Cleek) Casey, 67, Denver, Colorado, will be held Wednesday, January 6, at the Allnutt Funeral Home in Denver. Mrs. Casey was born in the Clinton vicinity and attended school near Norris, Urich and Blairstown. She died at her home on Sunday, January 3, 1993 very suddenly. She is survived by her husband, Ward Casey; her mother, Mildred Cleek, who is in a rest home in Greeley, and three brothers, Harley Cleek of Eaton, Colorado, Paul Cleek of Leawood, Kansas, and Calvin Cleek of Denver, also many other relatives and friends.

CASEY, Gary Michael
1952-2007
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 11 2007 - Gary M. Casey, age 55 of Warsaw, Missouri passed away October 9, 2007 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, Missouri. At his request there will be no services and he will be cremated. Gary worked for many years at the Schutte Lumber Company, Kansas City, Missouri later becoming disabled and moving to the Lake of the Ozarks. He is survived by his father and stepmother, C.C. and Karen Casey of Kansas City, Missouri; one brother, Scott D. Casey of Tunis, Missouri and his dear friends Steve and Sharon O'Neil, Olathe, Kansas.

CASEY, George M.
1837-1904
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Apr 14 1904 - George M. Casey, who has been in poor health for some time, passed away at his beautiful farm home north of Clinton early Thursday morning. He was born in Hardin county, Ky. April 3, 1837 and in 1842 moved to Henry county and his farm home is known as Tebo Lawn and contains about 1200 acres. In August, 1862, he enlisted in Co. F., Sixteenth Mo. Infantry, of the Confederate service and remained in action till the close of the war. He was an elder in the Cumberland Presbyterian church at Shawnee Mound and loved by all who knew him. Funeral services were at the home. The body was then tenderly laid to rest in Englewood. Mr. Casey was fifth in a family of 7 children and was the father of ten children, with two sons and six daughter surviving him. He had been married almost 47 years, his wife being Miss Lucy Crosswhite of Ralph? county, this state. Though a man of affairs and of great undertakings, his associates knew him first as a Christian gentleman who carried religion into his business and took God and his conscience into all dealings. He was a soldier, having fought on the losing side from Lone Jack to Appomatox but he was just as courageous; and faithful and gentle in war as in peace and no soldier, friend or foe, ever asked to share with him the contents of his knapsack that the request was not granted. He did more than any other one man to make Henry County famous. Pictures of his pure bred shorthorn cattle adorn the walls of almost all the great hostleries in the United States where cattlemen congregate and the name of "George M. Casey, fine Short-Horn cattle, Henry County, MO." are as familiarly spoken by them as is his honesty, integrity and fair dealing, which were always subjects of remark among them. Nor was he a prophet without honor in his own country. His nearest and lowliest neighbor gives of him the same report. Had the misfortune of business overtaken him and divested him of every vestige of this world's goods, he still would have been successful and a great help to the community in which he lived. The world is richer for his having been in it.

CASEY, John Stephen
1866-1901
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Apr 1901 - Monday afternoon, April 1, in the midst of a blinding snowstorm, Rev. J. R. Crawford, pastor of the Cumberland Presbyterian church at Clinton, conducted funeral services at his father's home for John Stephen Casey, second son of George M. and Lucy C. Casey of Henry county. He was born in April 1866 at his father's farm in Shawnee township and was 35. He attended the state university and Kemper military school, where he graduated with distinction and honor. At the close of his school life, because of repeated attacks of inflammatory rheumatism, he sought a new home in Texas, where he engaged in stock raising and was made vice-president of the Farmers' National Bank in Hillsboro, Texas. Married to Laura West of Texas and a little daughter, Louise was born in 1898. His body was brought to the old home he loved so well, by his sorrowing wife and little daughter; his brother, Rolla Casey of San Angelo; his sisters, Mrs. Edgar Hughes, Mrs. Rich Wood and Mrs. Dena Brooks, all of Hillsboro. The Knights Templar rode out from Clinton on horseback, in their uniforms, and assisted with the solemn and impressive ceremonies.

CASEY, Mildred Evelyn CERVENY ROBINSON
1917-2006
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 11 2006 - Mildred Evelyn Casey was born August 13, 1917, in Jefferson County, Nebraska, to Frank and Bessie (Soldot) Cerveny, and died Wednesday, August 9, 2006. She attended a rural grade school graduating from high school in Fairbury, Nebraska, then later attended Peru State College in Peru, Nebraska. At age 11, she joined the Methodist Church in Fairbury, then transferred her membership in 1955 to Trinity United Methodist Church in Appleton City. She married Earl Robinson in 1939, then on June 6, 1967, she married Verlyn N. Casey. She graduated form central Missouri State College in 1961, teaching at St. Clair County R-II Schools in Appleton City until her retirement. Mrs. Casey was a member of the United Church Women and Alpha Phi Delta Sorority. She was preceded in death by her parents, both husbands, a sister in 2002 and a nephew, B. J. Rocole. Survivors include three stepdaughters, Kemmy Cook of Montrose, Anna Bain of Rockville and Phyllis Downer of Mesa, Arizona; brother-in-law William Leif of Exeter, Nebraska; niece Pat Rocole and husband Bruce, Exeter, Nebraska; nephew John William Leif and wife Karen, St. Johns, Michigan; one great-niece; three great-nephews; eight step-grandchildren; one step-great-grandchild; one step-great-great-grandson. Funeral services will be at Hill and Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, Monday, August 14. Burial will be in Appleton City Cemetery.

CASEY, Thomas Marion
1858-1932
Clinton MO - Tom Casey Died Wednesday, March 16 - Tom Casey, well known here among the old-timers died at the Folsom Prison in California, Wednesday, March 16th, 1932, at the age of 73. Tom Casey started as a young lawyer at Clinton and then went into the banking business with his father-in-law, George Y. Salmon in Clinton in 1896. In 1905 the crash of the old Salmon bank came. George M. Casey was known as the "cattle king of Missouri" and was the father of Tom and it was through trying to save his father by switching of accounts that sent young Tom to prison in 1906. Tom's father died in 1903. After getting out of prison in Missouri, Tom Casey went to Huntington Park, California, and started another Trust Company, and was making good, until old friends threatened to expose him if he did not pay them their losses of years ago, and it was in trying to pay these losses that caused him to again steal, and for which he was convicted and sentenced to Folsom Prison January 7, 1932. His last sentence was from one to ten years.

CASEY, Verlyn N.
1914-2001
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 10 2001 - Verlyn N. Casey, 86, Appleton City, died Wednesday, May 9, 2001, at Appleton City Manor Nursing Home. He is survived by his wife, Mildred Casey, Appleton City; three daughters, Anna Bain, Rockville, Phyllis Downer, Mesa, Arizona, and Kemmy Cook, Montrose; one sister, Ella Leif, Exeter, Nebraska; eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Friday, May 11, at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, with burial in Appleton City Cemetery.

CASHMAN, William Crawford
1833-1895
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Monday, March 11, 1895 - Squire Cashman Is Dead - A Well Known Clinton Citizen Passes Suddenly Away. Esquire W. C. Cashman is dead. This good old man who was well known to so many people in Henry county, quietly breathed his last 8 o'clock this morning. For many years his strength has been sapped by the ailments and weaknesses incident to his excessive obesity. He has long been noted as the largest man in this portion of the State, and in July, 1894, attained his maximum weight of 424 pounds. Life was almost a burden to him as the slightest exertion caused him intense suffering from an aggravated form of asthma and lung trouble. Yet he was always kindly and good natured and greeted his friends as pleasantly as of yore in spite of the tortures he must have endured. His lung trouble increased in severity, and during the past winter he has been confined to his home a large part of the time. He was not a patient man in sickness, and upon the slightest convalescence would venture out of doors, especially if the day was at all pleasant. His weight gradually decreased to about 378 pounds, which was his avoirdupois at the time of his death. Last week he went out of doors several days, and on Saturday went as far away form his home as the square-the block and a-half being quite an exertion for him under the circumstances. Sunday his trouble grew worse and he experienced great difficulty in breathing. And his death occurred suddenly and almost without any warning. W. C. Cashman was born in Breckinridge county, Ky., December 7, 1833, and was consequently 61 years, 2 months and 4 days old. In Mercer county, Illinois, on October 30, 1856, he was married to Miss Amanda Eleanor Scott, who survives him. To them were born nine children, of whom one died in Illinois and two in Missouri. Four daughters and two sons survive. He came to Missouri in 1868 and has lived here ever since. He served four terms as justice of the peace and won the respect of all during his tenure of office. His remarkable weight was acquired during the last ten years. Previous to this time when leading an active life he was noted for his bodily strength, and local annals record many incidents of his muscular prowess. The funeral services will be held at the family residence tomorrow afternoon. - Daily Democrat, Tuesday, March 12, 1895 - The funeral services over the remains of Esquire Cashman were held at the family residence on South Washington street this morning. The house and yard were filled with friends of the deceased, who assembled to pay the last tribute of respect. The ceremonies were simple and unostentatious, and at their conclusion the remains were followed to Englewood cemetery and were laid to rest. The size and weight of the deceased made it necessary for several others to volunteer their assistance in the removal of the casket, which was taken out of the house through a window, form which the sash had been removed. The casket was made to order by Undertaker W. W. Jackson, and was covered with black felt, ornamented with silver trimmings. It was the largest ever constructed or sold by Mr. Jackson in his long experience. Its dimensions were: Length at bottom, 6 feet 3 inches; length at top, 6 feet 5 inches; width 26 inches; depth 28 inches.

CASKEY, Alice Marie HAPE
1933-2015
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Alice Marie Caskey, 81, Ozark, formerly of Windsor, died Tuesday, February 3, 2015, in Ozark. She was born August 16, 1933, in Kansas City, the daughter of James W. and Marie Alice (Allen) Hape. Alice completed the eighth grade and later received her GED. She then went to State Fair Community College, Sedalia, and took accounting classes. She married James Robert "Bob" Caskey on July 10, 1958, and to that union a son, Robert Dewaine Caskey, was born. She loved her husband with all her heart and they had a wonderful life together. Alice worked in the office for A&P Food Stores and then, after moving to Clinton, she worked at Clearfield Cheese doing the payroll.  When Alice and Bob moved to Windsor, she went to work for the International Shoe Company.  She later worked at the Farmers Co-op as a bookkeeper. Alice retired in 1999 after working for the State of Missouri as a motor fuel auditor. Robert and Alice were members of the Clinton Chapter No. 73 Order of the Eastern Star and they enjoyed participating together. She was also a member of First Baptist Church of Windsor. The pride and joy of her life were her three grandchildren, Christina, Cassandra and Clairessa. She showed them how to love unconditionally and how to be kind to everyone. Alice was a shining example of how to live and she taught us all to be better people. Alice loved her family with all her heart and was the kind of person you wanted to be around. She had an infectious laugh and an awesome twinkle in her eye. She was what we should all try to be, a woman who loved deeply. Alice loved her God, her husband and her family and the world is a better place because she was here.  We will miss her deeply and we will ways love her, but we are so thankful that she is now in her eternal home and out of pain. In addition to her husband J. Robert "Bob" of the home in Ozark, survivors include a granddaughter, Clairessa Caskey of the home; a son, Robert Caskey and daughter-in-law, Jan, Ozark; a granddaughter Christina Joan Jones and her husband, Jason, and great-grandson, Connor Jones, all of Independence, and a granddaughter, Cassandra Rae Arnold and her husband. Christopher, and great-grandchildren Cyrina, Drake and Phantasie Arnold, all of Ozark. In addition to her parents, James and Marie Alice Hape, she was preceded in death by an infant brother, a sister, Dorla Dean, and a brother, William Oliver. Funeral services will be Monday, February 9, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Vansant Road Cemetery (formerly Clinton Memory Gardens), Clinton.

CASKEY, Edith Irene ANDERSON
1912-1994
Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Bates Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Irene Caskey, 82, Butler, died Monday, December 19, 1994, at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. Funeral services will be Wednesday, December 21, at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler with burial in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Mrs. Caskey was born in Prescott, Kansas. She lived in Hume until 1957; Freeburg, Illinois until 1970; and Forsythe, Montana until moving to Butler in 1974. She was a homemaker. She was a member of the Foster Chapter 445 Order of Eastern Star. She was a member of the Butler First Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband Alfred Caskey of the home; four sons, Mayor J. Robert Caskey of Windsor, Leon Caskey of Clinton, Senator Harold L. Caskey of Butler, and Ray Lee Caskey of Alton; two brothers, Charles Anderson of Columbia and Kenneth Anders of Drexel; two sisters, Betty Barker of Ft. Scott, Ks., and Virginia Finley of Hume; nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

CASKEY, James Robert "Bob"
1933-2021
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
James Robert Caskey, age 87, of Ozark, Missouri, formerly of Windsor, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 15, 2021. He was born December 5, 1933, in Hume, Missouri, the son of James Alfred and Irene (Anderson) Caskey. On July 10, 1958 he and Alice Marie Hape were united in marriage. James worked at Whiteman Air Force Base during most of his working career. He was a civil servant, worked in the kitchen, and was a dispatcher. He served as a no-nonsense mayor of Windsor for several years. James was a Master Mason and member of Blue Lodge. He and Alice were members of Clinton Chapter 73 OES. James found the Lord at an early age and was a member of First Baptist Church of Windsor. A man of few, yet impactful words, James had a passion for his family. Being together with family was most important in his life. He could be found fishing when time permitted. Survivors include: His son, Robert Caskey and wife Jan, of Ozark; three granddaughters, Christina Jones and husband Jason of Independence, Cassandra Martin and husband Andy of Ozark, and Clairessa Caskey of Ozark; great-grandchildren, Connor Jones, Cyrina Arnold Donnelly and husband Austin, Drake Arnold, Cal Arnold, Andrew, Collin, and Jackson Martin; great-great-grandchildren, Bennett and Xander; two brothers, Leon Caskey and RayLee Caskey and wife Jeri; a sister-in-law Kay Caskey, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Alice, in 2015, a sister Velma May and a brother Harold Caskey. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 23, in Adams Funeral Home, Ozark. Burial will follow in Vansant Road Cemetery, Clinton, Missouri.

CASON, Patrick Jennings
1958-2007
Clinton MO - Patrick J. Cason was born February 15, 1958 in Clinton, Missouri to William J. Cason and Patricia Wilson Cason. He attended elementary school in Clinton, Warrensburg and Liberty, Missouri. He attended high school in Shawnee Mission East in Prairie Village, Kansas where he lettered as a varsity athlete in football and basketball. Patrick attended college at University of Missouri, Columbia and was awarded a Bachelor of Science Degree. He subsequently attended Law School at the University of Missouri, Columbia, and was awarded his Doctorate of Juris Prudence Degree. He entered the practice of law and was licensed in Missouri and in the Federal Court. Patrick became an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Jackson County, and later became an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Cass County where in served in professional distinction. For the last ten years he has been engaged in the private practice of law in Harrisonville, Missouri, where he maintained his offices. Patrick was known as a generous and caring person and often provided legal services to those in need who could not pay. Patrick was an enthusiastic Missouri Tigers fan. His fervor in following his favorite team was surpassed only by his love and enthusiasm for his pets, including tropical fish and his dogs. Patrick is survived by his father William J. Cason and William's wife Lois Cason, his mother Patricia Clothier, his brothers Brian A. Cason and William W. Cason, his sister Candiss Cason, his niece Lauren Cason and by nephews Ian Cason and William Samuel Cason. Cremation. A memorial service was held Friday, December 7, 2007 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri. Graveside service and inurnment will at the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, Missouri.

CASPER, Ann CHENOWETH
1917-2013
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 21 2013 - Ann Casper, 95, Deepwater, died Saturday, January 19, 2013, at Clinton Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, Clinton. Among survivors includes her children, Joann Vandergrift of Deepwater, Harold Chenoweth and LeRoy Chenoweth, both of Edwards. Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home of Clinton and are incomplete at this time.

CASPERSON, James Ward
1913-1992
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - James W. Casperson, son of R. B. and Carrie Casbourne Casperson, was born November 26, 1913, in St. Clair County, near Appleton City. He passed away January 6, 1992, at the Golden Valley Hospital at the age of 78. Better known as J. W., he lived most of his life near Appleton City on the same farm, only for a few years in Springfield and Phelps. April 3, 1935, he married Lena Lorelle Wilson, and to this union a daughter was born. In 1977 they moved to Clinton. He remained active, working several years for McDowell and Johns, one year at Egg Roll King and over 10 years at the Henry County Landfill which is presently owned by Archie Childers, until he was no longer, able to work, due to failing health a few months ago. He attended grade school at White Hall and high school at Appleton City. He accepted Christ at an early age, placing his membership in the Appleton City Christian Church, later transferring his membership to the Ohio Christian Church where he served as deacon, elder, superintendent, chairman of the board, and song leader over a number of years, later attending church at the Baptist Temple in Clinton, as long as his health permitted. Survivors include his wife, Lorelle of the home at 600 David Drive, and a daughter, Beverly Reed, of Manhattan, Ks.; five grandsons, Randy Reed of Pittsburg, Ks.. Ron Reed of Lawrence, Ks.. Joe Reed and wife, Joan, of Randolph. Ks., Rick Reed of Manhattan, Ks., and Russ Reed of Junction City, Ks.; two great-granddaughters and two great-grandsons, Heather, Jodee, Dustin and Kasey Reed; one brother-in-law, Gene Wilson and wife, Ruth, of Montrose; one nephew, Elton Wilson of Montrose; five cousins, Robert Uhr and wife, Marjorie, Dell Brownfield and wife, Crystal, Wayne Casperson, Dennis Sargent and wife, Iola, Kenneth Sargent. and other relatives, friends and all who knew him. His father, mother and four cousins preceded him in death. He was a most loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and will be sadly missed by relatives, friends and all who knew him. Funeral services were Wednesday, Jan. 8, 1992, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CASSIDA, William S.
n/a-1895
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Dec 28 1895 - Died, of pneumonia fever at his home in Leesville Saturday morning, William S. Cassida. Born in Cass County, Kentucky. When he was 12, his parents emigrated to Indiana where he lived until 1863. On the 10th of June, he enlisted in Company F, 33rd R.I.V. in which he served with much credit until the 21st day of June, 1865. He returned to his former home and lived there until 1880 when he moved to Mill Grove in Mercer county, Missouri. On the 20th of April, he married Miss Mary Emrich and in the course of time, two little daughters came to make merry their happy home. In 1884, he moved to Dodge City, Kansas, then in 1887 to Monett then to Henry county in 1893. He was a member of the Methodist church at Leesville and was buried at Tebo cemetery, where Elder Fry prayed an impressive blessing for the widow and daughters.

CASSIDY, Janice Helen JACKSON
1947-2011
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 14 2011 - Janice Helen "Jackson" Cassidy, 63, formerly of Clinton, died Sunday, July 10, 2011, at Bethany Village Healthcare Center in Indianapolis, IN. Janice was born on November 23, 1947, to Walter Jr. and Mildred Jackson of Clinton. After high school, she attended college and received a degree (LPN) in Nursing. She married Keith Cassidy on January 19, 1990. Preceding Janice in death were her husband and her father. Survivors include her mother of Indianapolis, IN; six children, Scot Martin and wife Catherine, Clinton, Carmen Smith and husband Kelly, Montrose, Troy Martin of Clinton, William Bellinghausen of Clinton, Brian Bellinghausen and wife Paula, Everton, AR, and Jana Jo Russell and husband David, Nixa, and a brother Terry Jackson and wife Brenda, Ottawa, KS. The family will receive visitors on Saturday, July 16, at Consalus funeral Home of Clinton with a funeral service to follow. Janice's wishes were to be cremated and buried at a later date.

CASSIDY, Susette Norene LONG
1968-1997
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Susette Norene Cassidy, beloved wife of John P. Cassidy, was born July 19, 1968, in St. Louis, and died February 4, 1997 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, at age 28 years, 6 months and 15 days from melanoma cancer. Susette accepted Christ as Savior and was baptized into Him when she was eight and a a half years old. She was always active in church activities and the Christian Student Fellowship while in college at Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg. Susette enjoyed singing in the choir at their church, Southwest Christian Church in Fenton. Susette and her family lived in Florissant until 1977 when they moved to the Urich area. She did many projects and held leadership roles in the Willow Branch 4-H Club. Susette played the flute in her high school and college bands. She also performed with the flag girls two years in high school. Susette graduated from Clinton High School in 1986. She attended CMSU in Warrensburg and received her BSBA degree with major in accounting in May 1990. She passed the CPA exam in November 1994 and was a member of the Missouri Society of Certified Public Accountants. Susette started working for the Missouri Public Service Commission in October 1990, where she met her husband, John P. Cassidy. They were married June 27, 1992. They lived first in Arnold and then bought their home in Fenton. She enjoyed finding items at craft shows and collecting Precious Moment figurines. She liked to play with her cat. Preceding her in death were her grandfathers, Carl Farson and Estel L. Long; grandmother, Grace V. Long, and an aunt, Mary Reed. She is survived by her husband, John P. Cassidy, Fenton; her parents, E. Leroy and Noreta Long, Urich; two sisters, Nanette Hayes and husband Richard, Clinton, and Colette Collett and husband, Aaron, Warrensburg; four nephews, Mike, Dustin and Chris Hayes, Clinton, and Curtis Collett, Warrensburg; two nieces, Nickie Whitter, St. Louis, and Rachael Collett, Warrensburg; maternal grandmother, Sara Farson, Winigan; in-laws, Larry and Marilyn Cassidy and Brian Cassidy, Fenton; several aunts, uncles and cousins and many friends. Funeral services were held at Christ's Christian Church, north of Urich, Saturday, February 8. Burial was in the White Oak Cemetery, Urich.

CASTEEL, Opal Leona ATKINSON
1939-2015
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Opal L. Casteel passed way Thursday, March 26, 2015 at Holden Manor Care Center in Holden, Missouri. Graveside services and inurnment will be Friday, April 3, 2015 in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Opal was born April 27, 1939 in Hartwell, Missouri the daughter of Leroy and Lora (Barnard) Atkinson. She was a homemaker. Opal was preceded in death by her parents and five of her siblings, and two children. Survivors include six children, Howard Groves of Lowry City, MO, Willie James Oliver Jr., Mark Oliver and Loretta Martinez all of Clinton, MO, Norma Bysor of Chilhowee, MO, and Cynthia Heishsman of Excelsior Springs, MO., 24 grandchildren, 62 great-grandchildren, 2 great great-grandchildren, four brothers; Robert Leroy and Thomas A. both of Chilhowee, MO, Harold E. of Holden, MO, and Frank of Sugar Creek, MO; and two sisters, Mary Rector of Oak Grove, MO and Charlotte Murphy of Steele, MO.

CASTELBERRY, J. Riley
1853-1904
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Jul 16 1904 - Died, Riley Castleberry, in Deepwater, Sunday morning between 12 and 1 after a long lingering illness of heart trouble and dropsy. Born in Hopkins County, Ky., Sept. 11, 1853. Joined the Baptist church when a small boy and remained a faithful member until God called him home. Leaves a wife and five children to mourn his loss. His good deeds will be a monument to his memory. Laid to rest late Sunday evening at Parks Chapel cemetery.

CASTLEMAN, Anna Christina PEARSON
1906-1997
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Anna Christina Castleman, 90, Clinton, died Tuesday, June 24, 1997, at Westwood Nursing Center. Graveside services were held Thursday, June 26, in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. She was born December 29, 1906, in Joliette, Illinois, the daughter of John and Josephine (Ohlsson) Pearson. She was married to William A. Castleman, who preceded her in death. She was a homemaker and worked for a number of years at Montgomery Ward. She is survived by several cousins.

CATES, Cleeta Belle BRESHERS
1923-2005
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 5 2005 - Cleeta Belle Cates, 82, Clinton, died at Westwood Nursing Center, Clinton, Thursday, September 15, 2005. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lee and Johnnie Breshears; two brothers, Dewell and Pearlie, and one sister Dorothy. She leaves behind one son, Bill Cates and wife Janet, Clinton; a daughter Brenda Wilson and her husband Bill, Bates City; four grandchildren, Jaime, Travis, John and Shana; six great-grandchildren, Alyssa, Austin, Christian, Hunter, Jessie and Tacy. Cleeta was born in Paron, Arkansas, on July 13, 1923. Paron was a backwoods town with not a lot of activity. People, mostly, just survived. Good people helping each other. The school was across the road from her home and she liked school. In 1939 she met John Cates who was, at that time, in CCC camp up the road from Paron. They married June 21, 11940. John went off to war and Cleeta stayed in Paron. After the war in 1947, John began building electric lines throughout the south so they traveled in a 30-foot trailer. In the following seven years they lived in 52 different places. They settled permanently in Clinton in 1954. For many years Cleeta was busy sewing the family clothes, gardening, church, Bible study, VBS, campfire leader, women's circle, quilting and fishing with John. She always shared her abundant garden and helped many people who needed a little extra support. Cleeta always had a full car for every ball game or any activity where a kid needed a ride. She helped chaperone all-night bunking parties, cooking what anyone requested. She always had goodies for anyone who dropped in. Cleeta had a way with animals, from the cat she taught to roll over for her milk, to a squirrel she gave artificial respiration when it almost drowned. She willingly watched anyone's kids when they needed an emergency sitter. Recently she fell in love with her caregiver's granddaughter Joey. She looked forward to every moment with her. Cleeta loved to travel and continued to do some adventurous traveling until her health began to fail. Recent years have found her busy quilting. She belonged to the local quilt club and managed to have a handmade quilt for each of her children and grandchildren. She knew Jesus as her Savior and one of her greatest desires was to see her family and others come to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. Her love knew no bounds. We will miss her more than words can say. We love you, Mom, and we'll see you soon. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Monday, September 19. A private family burial was held in Englewood Cemetery Tuesday, September 20.Funeral service will be 7 p.m. Monday, September 19, at Vansant-Mills Chapel. A private family burial will be Tuesday at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. She was born in Paron, Arkansas. She was a homemaker. She was a member of the Greater Golden Valley Quilting Guild and a faithful member of the First Baptist Church, Clinton. She is survived by one son Bill Cates and wife Janet, Clinton; one daughter Brenda Wilson and husband Bill, Bates City; four grandchildren, Shana Amer, Jamie Cates, Travis Cates and John Cates, as well as seven great-grandchildren, Austin Cates, Christian Cates, Hunter Cates, Jessie Cates, Tacie Cates, Taylor Cates and Alyssa Amer.

CATES, Modena Pauline WAREHAM
1920-2002
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 3 2002 - Modena Pauline Cates, 82, died Tuesday, September 3, 2002, at her home in Clinton. She was born in Olden, Texas, February 5, 1920, the daughter of James Wareham and Laura Dean Lowe Wareham. She married Harry G. Cates, June 2, 1941, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by a son, William Ray Cates. She worked as a seamstress at Unitog. She was a member of Brownington Baptist Church. She is survived by a son, Harry Lee Cates and wife, Joyce, Clinton; two brothers, James Wareham of Belton and Donald Wareham of Appleton City; three sisters, Edith Easter of Clinton, Lois Fetters of Windsor and Yvonna (Bonnie) Kampe of Windsor; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday, September 7, at the Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Carrsville Cemetery.

CAUDILL, Charla Ellen ANCELL
1955-2009
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 21 2009 - Charla Ellen Caudill, daughter of Chester Earvin and Wilma Eileen (James) Ancell, was born January 12, 1955, in Clinton. She died on November 26, 2009, at the Kansas City Hospice House, Kansas City, at the age of 54 years. Charla worked as a cook in various restaurants. She was a member of the Clinton Christian Church. She was preceded in death by her father, Chester E. Ancell, and her sister, Cheryl E. Ancell. Charla is survived by her mother, Wilma Ancell of Clinton; one son; Kurtis Caudill and wife, Stevie, and grandson of Springfield; one sister, Marla Childers and husband Boyd, Lee's Summit, and one brother, Chris Ancell of Overland Park, Kansas, and many relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CAUDILL, Edna P.
1914-2003
Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Co, NM
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 7 2003 - Edna Caudill, 89, formerly of Clinton, died Friday, May 2, 2003, at Towner House in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Services were Wednnesday, May 7, at Sunrise Funeral Home in Albuquerque with internment at Santa Fe National Cemetery, where her husband, Carl, is buried also. She is survived by one daughter, Joyce Maloney of Santa Fe, New Mexico, plus five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson. At one time, Mrs. Caudill was well-known by many Clintonians as "the alterations lady" at Nu-Way Cleaners here.

CAUDILL, Troy Perkins
1897-1970
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Funeral services for Troy P. Caudill, 73, who died Monday at the Windsor Hospital were held Wednesday afternoon at the Gouge Memorial Chapel in Calhoun. Burial was in the Calhoun Cemetery. Mr. Caudill was born in Blackey, Kentucky on January 3, 1897, son of the late John B. and Pollyann Caudill. When he was nine years old he went with his parents to the state of Oklahoma. On March 29, 1932 he was married to Nora Rumans of Calhoun. Most of their married live has been spent in the Calhoun community. He was a member of the Church of God in Stroud, Okla. He was licensed and ordained to the ministry in 1936. He was a veteran of Word War I and served for a time in France. Survivors include his wife of the home; a daughter, Mrs. Carl (Clora) Mayfield, Grandview; four sisters, Mrs. Rachel Bay, Mrs. Alice Rowland, Mrs. Doshie Whipley, all of Cushing, Okla., and Mrs. Minnie Mathis, Stroud, Okla.; two brothers, Venice Caudill, Cushing, Okla., and Dewey Caudill, Little Rock, Ark.; two grandchildren and other relatives and friends.

CAUTHON, Billy Joe
1936-2007
Mount Washington Cemetery, Independence, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 28 2007 - Billy Joe Cauthon, 70, Mayview, died Saturday, August 25, 2007. Services will be at Mt. Washington Forever Mausoleum Chapel, Independence. He was born on November 12, 1936, in Clinton, to Jess A. and Maude M. (Hixon) Cauthon. He was a member of Sheet Metal Workers Local #2. After retiring in 1992, he started Tebo Creek Archery. Among his survivors are his wife Beverly C authon; daughter Belinda Gough, and daughter Becky, and son-in-law Scott Bailey; four grandchildren, Tucker Herndon and wife Marista, Scott Bailey Jr. and wife Kali, Ryan Bailey and wife Randa, and Brennen Gough; three great-grandchildren and his brother Lester Cauthon and wife Linda of Clinton.

CAUTHON, Charles E.
1928-1998
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Charles E. Cauthon, Potrero, California, died Monday, August 24, 1998. He was born in Clinton. He was employed at ROHR Inc. (Chula Vista) for 30 years. He is survived by two brothers, Bill Cauthon of Mayview and Les Cauthon of Clinton; one son Charles E. Cauthon Jr. of Chula Vista, California; two stepdaughters, Bonnie Johnson of Barry, Illinois, and Genevie Johnson of Chula Vista; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services are Monday, August 31, at Greenwood's Salli Lynn Chapel. Visitation on Sunday at Greenwood Memorial Park.

CAUTHON, George James
1928-2010
King's Prairie Cemetery, Dallas Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
George James Cauthon of rural St. Clair County passed away, Monday, March 22, 2010 from complications of recently diagnosed pancreatic cancer.  George was 81 years old.  George was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Lula Mae (Baumgardner) Cauthon.  George's wife Mary Elizabeth Veda Cauthon Glaser also preceded him in death.  George is survived by his siblings, sisters Jaunita Cauthon Howe of Raytown, MO, Dara Ann Cauthon Howerton, El Dorado Springs, Mo, Vera Cauthon Estes, Clinton, MO and Grace Cauthon Bausch of Florida and brother, Richard Cauthon of Weaubleau, Mo.  George's children are James David Cauthon of Arlington, VA, Bernita Cauthon and Sharon Cauthon, both of Blue Springs, MO.  Georges is also survived by loving companion, Ruby Shirk, of the home, nieces, nephews and beloved friends also survive. George, the 6th child of Fred and Lula Mae (Baumgardner) Cauthon was born on July 14, 1928 on the family farm, near Kings Prairie.  George and Mary Beth purchased George's home place in the early 1970's building a new home and providing the opportunity for daughters Bernita and Sharon to graduate, as both George and Mary Beth had, from Osceola High School. During high school, George proposed marriage to Mary Beth while riding home on the school bus.  They were married by Rev. Albert Gastin at the Osceola Baptist Church on June 4, 1949.  They were attended at their wedding by Mary Beth's sister, Lettie Mae Todd Thurman and Ted Sink.  In June, 1999 George and Mary Beth celebrated their 50th Anniversary with a reception at the Gerster Baptist Church. George served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict and was stationed in Germany.  When he was mustered out of the service, Mary Beth drove by herself to Ft. Riley, KS to pick him up.  After settling in Kansas City, George spent over 30 years working for Butler Manufacturing Company.  George mad many friends among the Butler employees and enjoyed attending the annual Butler picnics. As one of 9 children, George very much enjoyed the annual Cauthon/Baumgardner Family reunions held at various locations through the years including, while his father Fred was alive, the home place, the park in Clinton and at sister's Sara ann and Jaunita's homes. George loved to sing and grew up listening to and singing along with the Grand Ole' Opry.  He and Mary Beth and later he and Ruby, traveled far and wide to listen to blue grass music.  Their most recent trip was to Kentucky. George never attended an auction where he didn't run up the bid; never met a Democrat he didn't like, seemed to like ranching by the light of the moon and never met someone he couldn't visit with.  When the south wind blew just right on King's Prairie, neighbors could hear him calling his cattle in. Having worked hard all of his life to provide his family with all of their needs, and some of their wants, George is now at rest and is at last, at peace. Funeral services were Friday, March 26, at Gerster Baptist Church with burial in Kings Prairie Cemetery.

CAUTHON, Leo B.
1916-2004
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 2 2004 - Leo B. Cauthon, 88, Clinton, died Saturday, July 31, 2004. Funeral services will be Wednesday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Floral Hills Cemetery. He was born May 19, 1916 in Gerster, to Delbert and Nola Cauthon. He graduated from Weaubleau High School in 1935 and attended Southwest Baptist College in Bolivar, earning a teacher's certificate. He was the first man drafted in St. Clair county, serving during World War II. He served in the European and Pacific Theaters, receiving the Bronze Star for service in Rhineland, Germany. On April 12, 1946, he married Mary Jane Wood, who died July 3, 2001. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Scott E. Cauthon; brother Cleo V. Cauthon; sister Eva Gene Cauthon. He worked for the rock Island Railroad for 31 years, retiring in 1977. He is survived by a son, Mark L. Cauthon of Olathe, Kansas; a daughter, Sharon Medina, Olathe, Kansas; brothers R. T. Cauthon of Clinton and J. D. Cauthon of Humansville, five grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

CAUTHON, Lester William
1944-2015
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 12 2015 - Lester William Cauthon passed away on Saturday February 28th, 2015 while on his Colorado flight. He was just over the Colorado state line when he peacefully closed his eyes and started his new journey. Lester's "last wish" was to visit Colorado. Lester's wish was to be cremated and then have a Memorial service with family and friends. The memorial service will be on Saturday March 14, 2015 at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home. He leaves behind his loving wife of 53 years, Linda; two sons: Rick Cauthon and wife, Monica, of Olathe, KS and Ron Cauthon of Clinton, MO; 6 grandchildren: Kayla May and husband, Jeff, of Berwick, PA, Sarah Smidt and husband, Dane of Warrensburg, MO, Malerie Moore of Charleston, SC, Nic Cauthon of Clinton, MO, Clayton Cauthon of San Diego, CA and Ricky Joseph Cauthon of Olathe, KS; and two great grandchildren: Jessica Smidt and Jason Smidt of Warrensburg, MO. He was preceded in death by parents, Jesse and Maude Cauthon; three brothers: Vernon Eugene, Charles Eldon and Billy Joe; and one sister, Bonnie McWilliams. Les was born October 27, 1944 in Clinton, MO, the son of Jesse and Maude (Hixson) Cauthon. He graduated from Clinton High School in Clinton, MO and was united in marriage to Linda Arlene Braun on December 5, 1961. To this union, they were blessed with two sons: Ricky "Rick" Eugene and Ronald "Ron" Dean. During his life, he worked for the Clinton Fire Department as both a volunteer fireman and a full time fireman (December '62 - July '76). He also owned and operated multiple service stations in the Clinton and surrounding areas for 43 years, including Les's APCO, later named Les's Auto Center. After retirement, Les worked at Golden Valley Tractor, Inc. in Clinton and Harrisonville, MO in the the parts department and as a salesman. In past years, Les and Linda were involved in the Golden Valley Saddle Club and, more recently, with the Danny B. Miles Rodeo Club. Les also enjoyed camping and boating with his family and friends. There were many stories told about his fishing and hunting trips. He loved to go on Elk hunting trips with his hunting buddies in Colorado. His passion for hunting started as a young boy hunting in the Golden Valley. His final Elk hunt was with his older brother, Bill, who passed away in 2007. As a couple, Les and Linda enjoyed bowling on leagues and in tournaments together. Les was especially proud of his perfect game of 300 that he bowled in October 1989. Les loved to travel and often times took trips that included NASCAR races, PRCA & IPRA rodeos, as well as PBR bull riding. Les enjoyed traveling the United States and Canada. He really enjoyed traveling to Colorado with his children and grand children river rafting and ATV riding in the mountains. Family was especially important to Les. He enjoyed the holidays when family and friends would come together to celebrate. Many memories were made over late night card games. Les enjoyed sharing stories with his grandchildren who will always cherish those memories. Les will be missed greatly and he will be in the hearts of his family and friends forever.

CAUTHON, Mary Beth
1930-2001
King's Prairie Cemetery, Dallas Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 16 2001 - Mrs. Mary Beth Cauthon, 71, Weaubleau, died Tuesday, May 15, 2001, at her home. Mrs. Cauthon was a retired St. Clair County employee. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 19, at the Gerster Baptist Church, near Osceola. Burial will be in the Kings Prairie Cemetery.

CAUTHON, Sharon Gayle WITHERSPOON
1961-2007
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 22 2007 - Sharon Gayle Witherspoon Cauthon, 45, of Clinton, Missouri, died Sunday August 19, 2007 at her home. She was born November 27, 1961 in Clinton, to Junior Lee Witherspoon and Marylin Lorene Plumlee Witherspoon. She married Paul Cauthon in 1986, and to this union were born twins, Matthew and Holly Cauthon. Sharon had worked at several jobs and always given her all. She was loved by one and all. You could always count on Sharon to do what she told you she would do. She really loved her Church of the Nazarene and her church family of the Nazarene. She was preceded in death by her father, maternal grandparents; Alfred Plumlee and Opal Klotz, paternal grandparents; Cecil and Genevieve Witherspoon, and great-grandmother; Jewell Fowler. Surviving are a son Lance Cpl. Matthew Jared Cauthon, USMC, Yuma, Arizona, a daughter; Holly Leann Cauthon, of Camdenton, Missouri, currently in college studying nursing, to become a Registered Nurse, her mother; Marylin Richardson of Clinton, a sister; Amy L. Begemann and her husband Mark of Warrensburg, Missouri, two nephews; Zach and Nathan Begemann, a niece; Hannah Begemann, three uncles; Kenneth Plumlee and his wife Sharon of Clinton, LeRoy Witherspoon of Clinton, and Eddie Witherspoon and his wife Carol of Harrisonville, Missouri, and an aunt; Mary Catherine Brown and her husband Walter of North Kansas City, Missouri. Funeral service will be Thursday, August 23, 2007 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery.

CAVEN, Tristan Scott
2010-2010
Valley Center Cemetery, Butler Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Tristan Scott Caven, infant son of Christopher Lee and Hannah Lee (Hemminger) Caven, was born September 14, 2010, at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City. He died at Children's Mercy Hospital, Kansas City, on October 17, 2010, at the age of one month. He is survived by his parents, Christopher Lee and Hannah Lee Caven of the home; paternal grandparents, Pat Neuenschwander and husband, David, Deepwater, and Arthur Lee Caven and wife, Rosetta, Gladstone; maternal grandparents, Cindy Hemminger of Lenexa, Kansas, and Andrew Hemminger of Overland Park, Kansas; maternal great-grandparents, Kasumi Hall and husband, David, Leavenworth, Kansas, and Skip and Sally Hemminger of West Frankport, Illinois; uncle, Adam McDonald of Blue Springs and aunt, Amber McDonald, Leavenworth, Kansas. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Saturday, October 23. Interment was in Valley Center Cemetery, Deepwater.

CAYTON, John L.
1934-2004
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 21 2004 - John L. Cayton, 70, Montrose, died Monday, July 19, 2004, at his home. He is survived by his wife Lois Cayton of the home; four daughters, Brenda Lawson of Harrisonville, Sherri Gavin of Clinton, Paula Schussler of Montrose and Debbie Engeman of Montrose; four sons, Donald Culver of Neosho, Darrel Culver of Appleton City, Deaven Culver of Overland Park, Kansas, and Dorian Culver of Garden City; one sister, Rosie VanCleave of Durango, Colorado; one brother, Mike Cayton of Parkville; 29 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Thursday, July 22, at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, with burial in Appleton City Cemetery.

CEBALLOS, Deborah D.
1965-2006
Montecito Memorial Park, Colton, San Bernardino Co, CA
Clinton Daily Democrat, Apr 18 2006 - Deborah D. Ceballos, 41, Springfield, died Sunday, April 16, 2006, at St. John's Mercy Villa, Springfield. Memorial services will be Wednesday, April 19, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Burial will be in Montecito Memorial Park cemetery, Loma Linda, California. She is survived by one son, Jonathon Ceballos of Fontana, California; her mother Annalie Aeberli and husband Mike, Guthrie, Oklahoma; her father Larry Smith and wife Sallie, Clinton; her granddaughter, Madeline Marianne Ceballos; her fiance, Robert Gray, Springfield; three brothers, Richard Wayne Smith of Surprise, Arizona, Larry Dwane Smith Jr. of Clinton and Bryant Lavern Smith of Fredericksburg, Virginia; one sister, Lori Ann Jones, Crescent, Oklahoma; her maternal grandmother Grace Overby of Yucapia, California, and her paternal grandparents, Lavern Smith and Cleffie Smith of Highland, California.

CECIL, Ida Louise McMURPHY
1901-1994
Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ida Louise Cecil, 92, Clinton, formerly of Warrensburg, died Friday, April 22, 1994, at the St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City. She was born on September 21, 1901, in Johnson County, the daughter of Loy McMurphy and Minerva Lynde McMurphy. She and H. B. "Jack" Cecil were married on October 23, 1919, in Warrensburg. He preceded her in death on May 15, 1975. Mrs. Cecil was a homemaker, living most of her life in Johnson County and a member of the First Baptist Church of Warrensburg. Survivors includes two sons, Virgil Cecil of Harrisonville and D. J. Cecil of Benicia, Calif.; three daughters, Mrs. John (Fern) Trovarelli of Huntington Beach, Calif. Mrs. William (Walyne) Baird of Calhoun, Mrs. Jack (Vera) Gee of Willington, N.C.; three sisters, Juanite Neal of Warrensburg, Odetta Neal of Urich, and Lucy Parson of Oak Dale, Calif.; 16 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Three sisters, Wilma Bell, Maxine Stahl and Betty Disavoli, preceded her in death, as well as two brothers.

CENTER, Larry Allen
1952-2001
Green Lawn Cemetery, Schell City, Vernon Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 7 2001 - Larry Allen Center - January 30, 1952 - September 2, 2001 - Larry Allen Center, 49, died Sunday, September 2, 2001, at the Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Larry was the son of the late Clarence (Slim) Center and Marian Center. Larry made his home at the Covenant House, 1908 Walnut, Higginsville. He worked for 26 years at the Lafayette County Workshop in Higginsville, where he will be greatly missed for his many years of dedicated and loyal service. Larry accepted and like the challenges of the more difficult tasks at the workshop. Larry enjoyed working on many different woodworking projects in his workshop set up at his home, Covenant House, where he made many treasures for his family and friends. Larry enjoyed a close friendship with his brother-in-law, Pole, who helped him accomplish many things that he enjoyed. Survivors include his mother, Marian Center, Clinton; his brother and sister-in-law, Ron and Linda Center, Fort Scott, Kansas; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Nadine and Pole Easter, Clinton, and Kathy and Monty Dade, Golden City; three nephews and seven nieces, as well as many great-nephews and nieces. Larry will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Tony Cline conducted funeral services at Wednesday, September 5, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada. Burial was in Greenlawn Cemetery, near Schell City.

CHADWICK, Ray C.
1932-2004
Lincoln Cemetery, Lincoln, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 23 2004 - Ray C. Chadwick, 71, Windsor, formerly of Odessa, died Tuesday, January 20, 2004, at his home. He was born September (128?), 1932, in Salem, Arkansas, to Edgar Otho and Orpha Mae Clark Chadwick. He married Jo Ann Reef, December 7, 11956. He served in the United States Army in the Korean War from 1953 to 1955. He was a laborer and construction worker. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Casandra Jo Chadwick; his brother, Jerry Chadwick, and his parents. He is survived by JoAnn Chadwick of the home and his dog Sheila; three sons, Stan and wife Diane, Odessa, Denis and wife Sandy, Odessa, Ritchie, Sugar Creek; two daughters, Donna Staggs and husband Reck, Lee's Summit, Sandra Lowe and husband Eric, Blue Springs; one brother, C. J. Chadwick of Judsonia, Arkansas; one sister, Faye Abel, Pittsburg, and 10 grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 24, at Davis-Miller Funeral Home in Lincoln. Burial will follow at the Lincoln Cemetery.

CHAFFIN, Phyllis J. MOORE
1943-1991
Glenwild Cemetery, West Line, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Services for Phyllis J. Moore Chaffin, 48, Drexel, Mo., a former area teacher, who was pronounced dead July 26, 1991, at Research Medical Center, will be Tuesday at the Carson Blue Ridge Chapel; burial in Glenwild Cemetery, Cleveland in Cass County. Mrs. Chaffin had taught at Blue Ridge Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School in Belton and Harrisonville Elementary School. For the last year, she was a substitute teacher at Cass-Midway School, near Freeman, Mo. She was a graduate of Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg. She was a member of the Harrisonville Christian church and the Kansas City Arabian Horse Association. She was born in St. Joseph and lived in Maysville, Mo., before moving to this area 26 years ago. She moved to the Drexel area in 1973. Survivors include her husband, James B. Chaffin Jr., a son, Curt Chaffin and daughter Cassie Chaffin all of the home; her sister Delores J. Owen and a brother Roger Moore, both of Maysville, and a sister, Rita of Trinton, Mo.

CHALLINOR, Bessie Marie WEAVER
1898-1992
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Bessie Marie Challinor, daughter of James Burley and Nante Bogess Weaver, was born on Bell Mountain near Burning Springs, West Virginia on January 18, 1898. She died Thursday, May 7, 1992, at home in Clinton. She was united in marriage with William Minor Challinor on May 21, 1922. Grandma was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and their only child, William S. Challinor, who died just 5 months ago. Grandma Bessie is survived by her daughter-in-law, Dorothy Challinor of Camarillo, Ca.; three grandchildren, Judy Winn (husband Roger) of Clinton, Sherry Ross (husband Keith) of Clinton, and Robert Challinor (wife Sarah) of Victorville, Ca.; seven great-grandchildren, Gina Winn Kimzey (husband Brian) of Clinton, Rodney Winn (wife Margie) of Clinton, Dawnde Ross Cauthon (husband Ronnie) of Clinton, Chad Ross of Clinton, Brooks Ross of Clinton, Karee' Challinor of Victorville, Ca., and Kyle Challinor of Victorville, Ca.; three great-great-grandchildren, Amanda and Kody Kimzey of Clinton, and Sarah Cauthon of Warrensburg. Grandma was baptized when she was a young girl in West Virginia. She moved her church home to Deepwater First Baptist Church in the early 1970s. She was a Sunday School teacher until a few years ago. She had moved to Clinton in 1980 and eventually was unable to drive there every Sunday. She lived at Camelot for 12 years. Everyone there knew her as "Grandma Bessie" and loved her well. Grandma has been working on her book which will be published in about two weeks. It is a collection of fiction but mostly stories of Grandma's life. She spent her life caring for other people. When she was young, living in the mountain country, she served as the midwife, doctor, undertake, counselor, or anything else that was needed by her neighbors. She hunted for meat for their table, collected greens and herbs to help feed her family. She eventually moved to California with her son and his family. There again she cared for others, buying a nursing home and caring for her elderly charges as though they were her own parents. She sold her nursing home in 1970 and moved to Missouri to be near her granddaughters. There again she was always available when needed. Grandma was able to live alone in good health until she slipped away in her sleep on May 7, 1992. The last words Grandma wrote for her book were: "Oh time, in thy flight, make me a child again, just for tonight." Funeral services were May 11, 1992 at Sickman-Dunning Chapel. Burial was at the Deepwater Cemetery.

CHALMERS, John Edward
1869-1903
Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Apr 4, 1903 - Died - Ed Chalmers, Tuesday, March 17, who is now singing with the angels the sweet songs of Zion. His life had been peaceful and sweet and were it not for the vacant chair and broken home circle, his going would have been a season of joy rather than sorrow. He was 34 and married Miss Mattie Gray on March 17, 1895. To them two children were born, one aged four years and one four months. Leaves also one brother, one sister, one half-brother and a mother to mourn him. Buried at Mt. Olivet.

CHAMBERLAIN, Amelia Eliza "Millie"
1864-1929
Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Urich Herald, Urich, Henry Co, MO, Oct 10 1929 - Millie Chamberlain, daughter of Henry and Eliza Chamberlain was born in Gravesend, England July 12, 1864 and departed this life October 2, 1929, age 65 years, 2 months and 20 days. She came with her mother and sister, Mrs. Gray, to America in the year 1887. They lived in Kansas several years, later moving to Missouri, where her mother and sister preceded her in death. She is survived by a brother-in-law, L.L. Gray; three nieces, Mrs. Ruth Scott, Perryville, Arkansas; Mrs. Grace Ewing, Urich, Missouri; and Mrs. Carrie McElwain, Butler, Missouri, fifteen great nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Cove Creek Christian Church Saturday, October 5, and burial made at the Mullin Cemetery.

CHAMBERLAIN, Bessie Mae SUMMERS
1920-1996
Shady Grove Cemetery, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Bessie Mae Chamberlain, 76, Warsaw, died Thursday afternoon, July 11, 1996, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City. She was born on January 18, 1920, at Miami, Oklahoma, the daughter of Preston and Bessie Pryor Summers. At an early age, she moved to Benton County where she was raised by her aunt and uncle, Arch and Etta Summers. On November 5, 1941, she was married to Denzil E. Chamberlain at Clinton. Following their marriage they made their home in Warrensburg until 1979, when they moved to Warsaw. She was a homemaker and did babysitting in her home for many years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Warrensburg. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Pete and Ray Summers. She is survived by her husband, Denzil, of the home; one son, Clayton, and his wife, Debbie Chamberlain, and one daughter, Sandra Kay, and her husband, Keith Abram, all of Independence; four grandchildren, three step-grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two half-sisters, Shirley and Emogene, other relatives and friends. Funeral services were Monday, July 15, at the Reser Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. Burial was at Shady Grove Cemetery, near Racket.

CHAMBERLAIN, Eliza RICHARDSON
1835-1920
Muscotah Cemetery, Muscotah, Atchison Co, KS
The Urich Herald, Urich, MO, Mar 4 1920 - Mrs. Eliza Chamberlain, an aged lady, died Monday at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Al Gray, near Mayesburg. Her maiden name was Eliza Richardson and was born in a suburb of London, England, December 2, 1835, her age at the time of death was 84 years, 2 months and 29 days. In 1858 she was married to Henry Chamberlain, who did in 1882, she was a member of the Church of England. She leaves two daughters and a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mrs. James R. Ewing is a granddaughter She rightfully belonged to the English Peerage, being a granddaughter of Lord Stanley of England, but was denied her titles and was disinherited on account of a marriage outside the titled ranks. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at the home of Al Gray, after which the body was brought to Urich and taken on the afternoon train to Muscotah, Kansas for burial.

CHAMBERLAIN, Russell L.
1927-2007
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 5 2007 - Russell L. Chamberlain, 79, Springfield, died Wednesday, April 4, 2007 at St. John’s Regional Health Center. Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 7 at Chilhowee Methodist Church with burial in Carpenter Cemetery. Survivors include one son, Michael Chamberlain and one daughter, Phyllis Sullivan.

CHAMBERS, Carl Jackson
1912-1991
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Carl Jackson Chambers, son of John and Essie K. (Story) Chambers, was born in Tiffin, Mo., on May 22, 1912. He passed away in Springfield on December 14, 1991, at the age of 79. When he was three weeks old he was one of the first people to use the Union Station in Kansas City. He traveled by train from there to New Mexico where he lived for three years before returning to the Appleton City area where he lived the rest of his life. After graduating from high school, he drove a tour bus during the summer months for teachers going from Warrensburg to California and New York. As he grew up he helped his father on the family farm, buying and working livestock. Later he worked for the Pasley Sale Barn in Osceola as an auctioneer and weighed livestock. He also worked at the Baker, Sivils and Ghere sale barns in Butler and the Cantrell sale barn in Archie. He also worked as an auctioneer, conducting sales of his own. He was preceded in death by his parents: two brothers, James T. and Baldwin Chambers, and one sister, Essie Margaret Chambers. He is survived by his brother, Thomas E. Chambers, and his wife Gertrude, of Menominee, Michigan and his very special friend and companion, Mildred Shoemaker, of Appleton City. He enjoyed collecting antiques and his auctioneer work. He was a kind and caring person who was always willing to be a good friend and helpful neighbor. He will be sadly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Funeral services were Wednesday. December 18, 1991, at the Eckhoff-Hill Funeral Home in Appleton City. Burial was in Appleton City Cemetery.

CHAMBERS, Daisy Mae STUMBO
1873-1960
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Tuesday, Feb 2 1960 - Funeral Rites Jan. 28 For Mrs. Daisy Chambers -- Mrs. Daisy Mae Chambers, 87, long time resident of the Calhoun vicinity, died at the Miller Rest Home in Windsor where she had been tenderly cared for by her daughters, Mrs. Gladys Miller who owns the home and where she had been for the past 11 years. She had been in poor health for some time, but suffered a stroke Sunday and died Wednesday, Jan. 27. funeral services were conducted Thursday afternoon at the Gouge Funeral Home in Windsor. Pallbearers were her grandsons: Wilbert and Raymond Askew, Herbert Seddon, Dean Pinkston and Dean and Dickie Miller. Burial was in Calhoun Cemetery. Daisy Mae Chambers was born at Fall City, Nebr., on Jan. 2 1873, the daughter of the late Frank and Julia Stumbo. While still a young girl, her family moved to Craig, Mo., where in January of 1891 she was united in marriage to Thomas S. Chambers. In the spring of 1891 they moved to Lynch, Nebr., where they homesteaded their claim, staying there until the year of 1902 when they moved to a farm three miles northeast of Calhoun, Mo. they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in January 1941. Mr. and Mrs. Chambers were the parents of six children. Mr. Chambers and one daughter, Mrs. Ethel Christian, preceded her in death, the husband in July 1941 and her daughter in 1919. the daughter left two sons, Tommy and Russell Christian, ages two and five. Mr. and Mrs. Chambers took them into their home and reared them as their own. She is survived by the following four daughters: Bernice Linsey, Kansas City; Mrs. Clemen Walker, Independence, Mo.; Mrs. Bessie Pinkston, Calhoun, Mo.; Mrs. Gladys Miller, Windsor, Mo.; and one son, Frank Chambers, Calhoun, Mo. She has four living sisters, Lennie of California, Lula, Dora and Myrtle, all of Caldwell, Idaho. The last three spent two weeks with her last August. She leaves 18 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. One grandson, Eldred Seddon, gave his life for his country in 1945, and one granddaughter, Betty June Chambers, died in infancy in 1925.

CHAMBERS, Douglas C.
1934-2003
Teays Chapel Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 19 2003 - Douglas C. Chambers was born May 15, 1934, the son of Lynn C. Chambers and Mabel I. Danial Chambers of Thrush. He died November 4, 2003, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. Doug graduated from Deepwater High School in 1954. On October 24, 1954, he entered into marriage with Norma Lee Miller of Deepwater and from this union two children were born, Bill and Sherri. Doug entered Central Missouri Teachers College and attended for one year. He was also active in the Deepwater Youth Baseball organization and the American Legion Baseball organization. Doug was very active in the Deepwater community in various capacities for many years. He served as mayor for two years. As a member of the Labor Harvest Picnic Committee and also the Deepwater High School Alumni Committee, where he served as president of the committee for a number of years. While serving as mayor he had the privilege of making the first dial telephone call from the new system. He said that he placed the call to Mack Eaton in California. Doug was an employee of Kansas City Power and Light Co. and retired in 1994, after 32 years of service. He loved to hunt and fish and was a member of Missouri Big Buck Club. He also enjoyed reading and sports in general. He was active in Deepwater Baptist Church and was willing to serve in any way he was needed. He was a member of the American Legion Post 14 and a member of the Clinton Lodge #548. He was preceded in death by his parents. Lynn and Mabel Chambers. He is survived by his wife. Norma Chambers. of the home; one son. Bill Chambers and wife, Marilyn of Green Ridge; one daughter, Sherri and husband, Dan Rook, Springfield; two grandchildren, Rick Chambers and wife, Heather, Boonville, and Teri Chambers of Green Ridge; three step-grandchildren, Daniel Rook of St. Louis. David Rook and wife Cinda, St. Louis, and Darrin Rook, Springfield; one sister-in-law, Mildred Dahms, Clinton, and a host of relatives and friends. He will be greatly missed. Funeral services were held at First Baptist Church, Deepwater, Friday, November 7. Burial was in Teays Chapel Cemetery, Montrose.

CHAMBERS, Frank
1928-2007
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 13 2007 - Frank Chambers, 78, Windsor, died Wednesday, August 8, 2007, at the Golden Years Nursing Home, Harrisonville. He was born October 20, 1928, in Richland, the son of Jessie Gordon Chambers and Daphne Faye (Gordon) Chambers. On June 5, 1949, in Buffalo, Missouri, he married Frances "Jeri" Geraldine Bradley, who survives of the home. Mr. Chambers and his wife owned and operated a Montgomery Ward catalogue store in Windsor for several years, opening in 1968. He also was a plumber working with Harold Gehrig and later buying Mr. Gehrig's business for himself. He and his wife later moved to Rock Spring, Wyoming, where he worked for the Bridger Coal Company for six years. After retiring from the coal company, he and his wife moved back to Windsor. He was a veteran of World War II serving with the United States Marine Corps. In addition to his wife, survivors include three daughters, Linda Kay Middleton, Las Vegas, Nevada, Carol Catron and her husband Bill, East Lynne, Sheri Lewis and her husband Jeff, Rock Springs, Wyoming; eight grandchildren, Robb and Jeff Hudson; Laura Doak, Mike and Tim Bolton, Shandra Blacken, Leslie Harrelson and Nichole Lewis; nine great-grandchildren, Kyle and Courtney Hudson, Shelby, Taylor and Aubrey Blaken, Braden and Colton Doak, Alyx and Stevie Bolton. He was preceded in death by a half-brother Eugene Lewis, and a half-sister Lori Lea Foley. Memorial services will be Tuesday, August 14, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CHAMBERS, Frank Floyd
1914-2001
Roscoe Cemetery, Roscoe, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 21 2001 - Frank F. Chambers was born April 1, 1914, in Perryton, Texas, to Frank and Mary Norwood Chambers, and died Tuesday, December 18, 2001, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. Funeral services were Friday, December 21, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Burial was in Roscoe Cemetery. He married Estelle Lillian Arner in Provo, Utah, on October 21, 1943. The family moved to Oregon in 1950 where he worked in the logging industry and farmed. The family moved to Osceola in 1962. He farmed and he and his wife also ran the Osceola Sale Barn Cafe. In the late '60s he opened an appliance and repair business in which he worked until retirement. He was preceded in death by his wife, Estelle; his parents; brothers, Harv, Steve and Noel, and sisters, Laura, Myrtle and Eva Mae. He is survived by his son, Ross and wife, Brenda; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three brothers, Dan, Sam and Key, and one sister, Melva.

CHAMBERS, Geraldine "Jeri" BRADLEY
1930-2013
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Jeri Chambers, 83, of East Lynn, Missouri, formerly of Windsor, Mo., died February 17, 2013, at her daughter's home in East Lynn. She was born January 22, 1930, in Springfield, Mo., the daughter of Theodore Thomas Bradley and Laura Belle (Sheridan) Bradley. On June 5, 1949, in Buffalo, Mo., she married Frank Chambers and he preceded her in death August 8, 2007. Jeri graduated from Buffalo High School and later, after moving to Windsor, she worked at the Windsor International Shoe Factory, in Windsor, for several years. She and her husband co-owned and operated the Montgomery Ward Catalogue Store, in Windsor, for a number of years. Survivors include 3 daughters, Linda K. Middleton, Las Vegas, Nevada; Carol Catron, East Lynn, Mo.; Sheri Lewis, Rock Springs, Wyoming; 8 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brother, Carl Bradley, Lone Jack, Mo.; sister, Jean Wilkins, Grandview, Mo.; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside committal services will be Saturday, May 18, 2013, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CHAMBERS, Lynn Chester
1911-1986
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Lynn Chester Chambers passed away on Thursday, July 24, 1986, at Truman Lake Manor in Lowry City, MO. He was 74 years of age. He was born October 1, 1911, in Calhoun, the son of George T. and Vancha I. Johnson Chambers. Mr. Chambers and Mabel I. Daniels were married on January 12, 1930, at Calhoun. One son, Douglas, was born to this union. He was a public school music teacher and taught many years in this area, retiring in 1978. He accepted Christ as his Saviour at a very young age. He was past president of the sunset Optimist Club and was active until his death. Funeral services were held on Saturday, July 26, 1986, at the Sickman & Dunning Chapel with burial in the Calhoun Cemetery.

CHAMBERS, Mabel Irene DANIEL
1906-1994
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mabel Irene Chambers, Meadowbrook Manor, was born December 4, 1906, in Independence, the daughter of Alice Toler Daniel and Perry Daniel. She went to be with the Lord on August 29, 1994, at the age of 87. She was married on January 12, 1930, to Lynn C. Chambers, who preceded her in death on July 24, 1986. She lived her early years in the Kansas City area and later moved to the Thrush community. Many years were also spent in the Clinton/Deepwater area where she still resided upon her death. She was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church. Survivors include one son, Douglas, and daughter-in-law, Norma of Clinton; grandson, Bill Chambers and wife Marilyn of LaMonte; granddaughter Sherri Schulz and husband Steve of Springfield; two great-grandchildren, Rick and Teri Chambers of Lamonte. Funeral services were Wednesday, August 31, 1994, at the Sickman and Dunning Chapel. Burial was in the Calhoun Cemetery.

CHAMBERS, Maria MARSHALL
1848-1926
The Wichita Eagle, Wichita, Kansas, Friday, Jun 25 1926 - Was Ill Six Weeks - Mrs. J. K. Chambers, Wichitan for Many Years, Dies Thursday Morning - Mrs. J. K. Chambers, a native of England, died early Thursday morning at her residence, 301 Exposition avenue, after an illness of six weeks. She had been in failing health for about two years. She is survived by two brothers, Joseph and William Marshall, Windsor, Mo.; a son, Clarence Chambers of Carnegie, Okla.; two daughters, Mrs. C. E. Irwin, of Peabody, and Mrs. E. L. Davison, Wichita, and four granddaughters. Her husband died in Wichita five years ago. At the age of 13, Mrs. Chambers came with her parents to this country settling in Illinois, where she married. She later moved to Missouri and in 1888 came to Wichita. She was devoted to family and church work being a member of Trinity Methodist church and much interested in the work of the circle of the Ladies' All to which she belonged. She was also a member of the Caroline Harrison Circle of the Woman's Relief corps and during her long illness greatly enjoyed the visits of her friends in both organizations. Her two brothers visited with her in the past few months and her son spent three weeks with her in May. Funeral services will be held at the residence on Saturday. Gill mortuary is in charge. (Note: Her birthdate is Oct 29 1848)

CHAMBERS, Robert Lee Sr.
1931-2005
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 16 2005 - Robert Lee Chambers Sr., 74, died Sunday, November 13, 2005. Memorial services will be Saturday, November 19, at the Park Lawn Chapel. He was born February 25, 1931, in California, Missouri. He is survived by his wife Emma; two sons, Robert Chambers Jr. and Tim Chambers and a grandson Luke Chambers.

CHAMBERS, Shirley
1926-2004
Roscoe Cemetery, Roscoe, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 13 2004 - Shirley Chambers, 77, Osceola, died Saturday, April 10, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Funeral services were Tuesday, April 13, at Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, with burial in Roscoe Cemetery.

CHAMBERS, Thomas Elwood
1924-2011
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 29 2011 - Thomas Elwood Chambers, 86, Windsor, formerly of Green Ridge, died Wednesday, April 27, 2011, at the Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Windsor. He was born November 23, 1924, in Eldon, the son of Thomas Edward Chambers and Elsie May (Rains) Chambers. On August 25, 1945, in Sedalia, he married Elizabeth Harriet Farr. On January 7, 1972, he married Lillie Virginia (Gordon) Spickert, and she survives of the nursing home. Mr. Chambers lived in and around Windsor most of his life. He was a farmer, raised cattle and also worked for a time in construction building houses. He was a 4-H leader in Horsemanship for the Eldorado 4-H Club. He served the City of Windsor as City Marshal from 1965 to 1977 and then was city foreman for the street department from 1977 to 1985. He loved coon and deer hunting, horseback riding and reading Western novels. He had attended the Eldorado Methodist Church and was currently a member of the Assembly of God Church, Windsor. In addition to his wife, Virginia, he is survived by three sons, Donald Chambers and his wife Jeanne, Windsor, Monte Chambers and his wife, Ruby, Rock Springs, Wyoming, and Jim Bolton, Rock Springs, Wyoming; a stepson, Terry Spickert, Columbia; two stepdaughters, Cheryl Crossland, Raymore, and Teresa Olson, Colorado Springs, Colorado; 22 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Helen Willcockson; Leeton, and Zana Blankenship, Walker, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by an infant son, Darrell Ray Chambers. Memorial services will be Sunday, May 1, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor.

CHAMBERS, William Lynn
1957-2010
Teays Chapel Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 10 2010 - William Lynn Chambers was born January 29, 1957, the son of Douglas and Norma Miller Chambers and entered into rest November 7, 2010, at University Hospital in Columbia. Bill attended school at both Deepwater and Clinton, graduating from Clinton High School in 1975. During his high school years he played baseball and foot ball. He attended SFCC from 1975-1976 and was catcher on the SFCC Roadrunners baseball team. He also played American Legion baseball and he is named in the Baseball Hall of Fame. He attended College at CMSU where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in business in 1984 and then he earned his Master's Degree from William Woods University. On August 27, 1977, Bill and Marilyn Davis entered into marriage and to this union two children were born, Rick and Teri. He was head women's basketball coach at Seward County Community College, Liberal, Kansas, for four years. He also was a teacher and coach at Richmond, LaMonte, Hale and Knob Noster. After teaching and coaching for over 25 years, Bill took a job as an elevator operator for MFA in Sedalia. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Knob Noster. He was president of First Missouri State Foundation Quarter Horse Association and a former member of Missouri State Teachers Association. Bill was preceded in death by his father, Douglas Chambers. He is survived by his wife Marilyn, of the home; son, Rick Chambers and wife Heather; Sedalia; daughter, Teri Martin and husband James, LaMonte; two grandsons, Kinzer Douglas Chambers and Axton Luke Martin; his mother, Norma McVey and husband, Glen, Clinton, and one sister, Sherri Rook and husband, Dan, Springfield. He will be remembered as a loving husband and father, a caring and funny teacher and coach and far his smile and laughter. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. Funeral services were held at First Baptist Church, Deepwater, on Thursday, November 11. Interment was in Teays Chapel Cemetery, Montrose.

CHAMNESS, Linda L. SMITH
1947-2014
Peculiar Cemetery, Peculiar, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 12 2014 - Linda L. Chamness, 67, Urich, died Tuesday, September 9, 2014, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City. Funeral services will be Sunday, September 14, at Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville with burial in Peculiar Cemetery, Peculiar. Linda was born February 19, 1947, in Harrisonville, the daughter of George "Tuck" and Amelia (Allgor) Smith. She was a graduate of Cass-Midway High School. Linda was a lifelong area resident, having lived in Urich for the last 20 years. Linda was preceded in death by her parents, her son, David Chamness on July 1, 2001, a sister, Lillian, and an infant brother. She is survived by one daughter, Donna Chamness Foreman, Grain Valley, Missouri; brothers, Larry Taylor, garden City, Melvin Taylor, Appleton City, Earl Wayne Smith of Florida; sisters, Mary Flanagan, New Lancaster, Kansas, Marie Neece, Garden City, Nancy Franklin, Ocean Springs, Mississippi, Amelia Masters, Independence; three grandchildren, Cody, Ashley and Jordan Murphy.

CHAMP, Harold J.
1910-1992
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Harold J. Champ, 81, Windsor, died Sunday morning, July 5, 1992, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. He was born September 7, 1910, in Johnson County, the son of George Thomas Champ and Rose Cox Champ. On May 14. 1948, he married Margaret L. Glass. who survives of the home in Windsor. Mr. Champ was a transmission supervisor for AT&T in Kansas for many years before his retirement in 1972. He was a charter member of the Telephone Pioneers of America, Kansas City, and a past vice president of the Communication Workers of America. Kansas City. He was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a lifelong resident of Independence, before moving to Windsor in 1986. In addition to his wife, Mr. Champ is survived by a daughter, Margaret Atwell. Lee's Summit: two sons, Dayle Champ. Blue Springs, Harold Champ, Jr., Douglasville, Georgia; a sister, Jeanett Woods, Bean Lake: four grandchildren. The body was cremated.

CHANCE, Terry W.
1949-2006
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Warsaw, Benton Co MO - Terry Chance, age 57, passed away Saturday morning, December 23, 2006, at his home in Arrowhead Lake Estates. Terry was born in Sedalia, Missouri, on January 18, 1949, the son of Frank W. and Mary Thompson Chance. Terry grew up in Benton County and graduated from Warsaw High School in the class of 1967. Terry is survived by his wife, Linda, of the home, one son and one daughter, one brother, two sisters, his mother, Mary Chance, of Warsaw, other relatives and friends. A memorial services will be held Thursday, December 28, 2006, at the Colony Baptist Church, Edwards, Missouri.

CHANCELLOR, David "Chase"
1990-2007
Belton Cemetery, Belton, Cass Co, MO
Clinton MO - David "Chase" Chancellor, 16, Clinton, MO formerly of the Kansas City area, passed away July 13, 2007. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Independence, MO; interment at Belton Cemetery, Belton, MO. Chase was born Aug. 21, 1990 in Kansas City, MO. He was a former Altar boy at St. Anthony’s and St. Mary’s where he was active for many years in Boy Scout Troop #221. He most recently was attending school in Clinton but had previously attended school at William Chrisman and Winnetonka. Chase enjoyed dirt biking, rap, weight lifting and was planning to play football for Clinton High this fall. Chase is survived by his mother Angela Chancellor, K.C, MO; father David Chancellor and his wife Regina, Clinton, MO; brothers Jacob Chancellor; Brett Clark, both of K.C., MO; stepbrothers Aaron Squire; Kyle Squire; and stepsister Ashley Smith, all of Clinton, MO.

CHANCELLOR, George Patrick
1909-1991
Fristoe Cemetery, Fristoe, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - George Patrick Chancellor of Wheatland passed away early Tuesday morning, October 8, 1991, at the Sac-Osage Hospital in Osceola. He was born August 9, 1909, at Avery, the oldest child of Patrick N. Chancellor and Cora A. Breshears Chancellor. On March 10, 1934. he was united in marriage to Myrtle Elizabeth Woirhaye at Buffalo, Missouri, and to this union two children were born, Mary and Allen. In August 1936, George and Myrtle moved to the state of California where he worked at the General Motors Automotive Division. In 1944 he returned to their farm near Fristoe. In 1956 he moved to Warrensburg where he worked for the Central Missouri State University, later moving to Independence, where he worked for the Van Horn School until he retired. While living near Fristoe he had driven the R-IX bus a number of years. He moved to Wheatland in 1971. He was saved as a young man. He was a member of the Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church, where he was an active member. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Farrell. He Is survived by his wife Myrtle, of the home; his children, Allen Chancellor of Buckner and Mary Hawkins of Rayville; two sisters, Floy Christy of Bodfish, California, and Orah Faye Day of Weaubleau; eight grandchildren, Monte Scott of Independence, Sonya Sawyers of Flemington, Karen Sopher and Marilyn Scott of Grain Valley, Douglas Anderson of Great Lakes, Illinois, Anita Scott of Kansas City, Judith Chancellor of Warrensburg and Sheryl Spease of Rome, New York, and nine great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Hathaway-Peterman Chapel in Wheatland on Friday, October 11, 1991. Burial was at Fristoe Cemetery.

CHANCELLOR, Lena CROUCH
1915-2004
Climax Springs Cemetery, Climax Springs, Camden Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 26 2004 - Lena Chancellor, 88, Windsor, died Sunday, April 25, 2004, at Windsor Health and Rehabilitation Center in Windsor. She was born in Camden County, June 26, 1915, the daughter of David and Nellie Butts Crouch. She grew up in Camden County and March 119, 1938, married Ben Chancellor in Sedalia. They made their home on a farm near Climax Springs, later moving to Green Ridge. There they owned and operated the Green Ridge Tavern for nine years. Later she worked at the Green Ridge Grocery and Locker for several y ears. In 1966, they moved to their farm in Windsor. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ben, January 13, 1992; four brothers and four sisters. She is survived by two sons, Carroll Chancellor of Windsor and Larry chancellor and his wife Pamelia, Lee's Summit, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be Wednesday, April 28, at Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial will be in Climax Springs Cemetery.

CHANDLER, Alvord Leonidas
1860-1938
Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
A. L. Chandler, Blairstown, Died Last Friday - For 53 Years Head of the Lumber Company There -- Active Church Worker and in Civic Affairs -- Survived by Only Daughter -- Obsequies Last Sunday - A. L. Chandler, respected and beloved citizen of Blairstown for almost a half century, closed his eyes at the dawn of a new day Friday, July 29, and slipped to Paradise with the quiet calm that motivated his fine life. Endowed by nature with a commanding presence, his training and life further proved him the true aristocrat, courteous, kind, honorable, interested in Christian and educational development of his community. Indeed Blairstown was built by men of such a stamp as A. L. Chandler and his passing bows many a head as an honest tear is wiped from eyes made moist by the loss of this splendid citizen. His influence now but remains in spirit, yet so strong that it will still build men's lives to broader, more far-visioned heights. In the church, home, lodge, at his desk of the Hurley Lumber Company, where he spent 53 years, he held aloft the torch of noble leadership -- teaching a Bible class, serving as superintendent of the Sunday school, advancing the interests of the schools, standing for the enforcement of law and municipal growth. His influence was felt everywhere, every good phase of life in his town touched him in its course, and then flowed on, purified and strengthened by that contact. Alvord Leonidas Chandler was born in Belmont County, Ohio, January 20, 1860, the oldest of nine children, all of whom are dead except one brother, George C. Chandler, of Bellingham, Wash. When quite young he moved with his parents to Iowa where the family resided for a period of two years. They then moved to Cass county, Missouri, locating near Harrisonville where he spent most of his boyhood and grew to manhood. He attended the Warrensburg Normal, as it was then called, in 1881 and 1882, leaving school to work for the R. J. Hurley Lumber Company. He was with this company nearly 53 years, at first serving it by establishing and stocking new yards. Some of these were at Garden City, Creighton, Urich, Maurine and Blairstown. Later he became manager of the yard at Blairstown and was there until in January, 1935, when he suffered a stroke of paralysis. Since that time he had been a semi-invalid. He was married February 12, 1890, to Miss Ada Landis. To this union two children were born, Maurice D., who preceded his father in death in 1918, and a daughter, Relna, his only survivor. His wife departed this life in December, 1927. Mr. Chandler was a member of the Methodist church, having early given his life to Christian service. He was superintendent of the Sunday school for more than 20 years, and was a faithful attendant at church and Sunday school as long as his health permitted. He was a loyal, faithful husband and father, an honest, upright business man, a sincere Christian -- all of which are the marks of a true gentleman. Mr. Chandler's last years were especially blessed by the devoted care of his only daughter, Miss Relna, who some 11 years before had given up teaching at Ottawa, Kans., where she was an excellent primary instructor, to care for her mother who was then quite ill and shortly after died. She continued at home, giving every love and care to her father with whom she was beautifully congenial and happy. The Blairstown schools were particularly fortunate in having her, after a time, accept a teaching position with them, in which field she is particularly gifted.

CHANDLER, Mrs. Clark
abt 1886-1904
Clinton Missouri, May 21 1904 - Mrs. Clark Chandler died at her home in Blairstown May 9, 1905, aged 18, the dread disease consumption being her ailment. She was the youngest daughter of Daniel and Annie Reed, her father having been dead ten years. She leaves a husband, two year old son, mother, three sisters and twin brother. The funeral was at the Christian Church of which she was a faithful member. On the day of her funeral, the remark was made that she hadn't an enemy in the world. At the time of her death, she was surrounded by all her near relatives except one sister, who lives in an adjoining state, and her mother-in-law, who was unable to be with her. She bore her sickness with great patience, always hoping to be better soon. She was conscious to the last and bid her relatives all good-bye. She died with one hand clasped in her husband's and the other in her mother's.

CHANDLER, Pauline Mae ESTEP
1928-2001
Dayton Cemetery, Dayton, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 16 2001 - Mrs. Pauline Mae Chandler, Creighton, was born March 2, 1928, near Urich, the daughter of Albert Glenn and Lillie Mae (Parker) Estep. She departed this life Sunday, March 11, 2001, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 73 years and nine days. On February 4, 1946, Pauline was united in marriage to Harold Gene Chandler in Kansas City, Kansas. One of Pauline's greatest joys was her family, especially her grandchildren. She was known for her quiet, kind and gentle ways. She always shared a smile with others and loved to tend to her garden and yard. Playing the piano and singing her favorite gospel songs always brought times of special joy. Pauline was very well known for her beautiful cross-stitch pieces, which she shared with family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents. Pauline is survived by her husband, Gene, of the home; a son, Glenn Chandler and wife, Jerri Lynn, Creighton; two daughters, Paulette Chandler, Creighton, and Cindy Firestone and husband, Paul, Collins; four grandchildren, Dawn, Kyle, Austin and Krista; three brothers, Lawrence G. Estep, Biloxi, Mississippi, Norman A. Estep, Grain Valley, and Roger W. Estep, Belton; a sister, Glenna Estep, Harrisonville; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Wednesday, March 14, at Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City. Burial was in Dayton Cemetery, near Garden City.

CHANEY, Bertha ALLISON BOTHWELL
1936-2022
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Bertha Bothwell Chaney, 86, of Windsor, Missouri, died Tuesday evening, July 26, 2022, at her home in Windsor. She was born June 9, 1936, in Galesburg, Illinois, the daughter of Wilbur Kenneth Allison and Bernice Irene (Guenther) Allison. On November 25, 1953, she married Glen M. Bothwell in Liberty, Illinois. They enjoyed almost 57 years of marriage and were the parents of 5 children, Daniel, Donna, Dana, Thomas, and Virginia. Glen preceded her in death on April 23, 2010. On July 21, 2018, she married Carl Lee "Pops" Chaney at Windsor Assembly of God and he preceded her in death on October 29, 2020. Glen and Bertha started their married life in Glen’s home state of Colorado. After a short time, they moved to Missouri to the Ava area where they were dairy farmers for 6 years. After their children were older, Bertha worked as a supervisor at Chastain's Nursing Home in Ava. She then was a greeter at Walmart, first in Ava and then in Sedalia, Mo., for 12 years before retirement. Bertha enjoyed sewing, cooking, games, and word search puzzles but her favorite pastime was reading, a pastime which she leaves as a legacy in her children and grandchildren. Laughter, teasing, and sharing her ornery sense of humor made for many fun family moments and memories throughout the years. She was an active member of the Windsor Assembly of God. Survivors include 2 sons, Daniel Bothwell, Carthage, Mo., and Thomas Bothwell (Cindy), Centerview, Mo.; 3 daughters, Donna Powers, Dana Bishop; and Virginia Bothwell, all of Windsor, Mo.; 6 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; a stepson, Darrell Chaney, Aurora, Mo., a stepdaughter, Susan Chaney, Marionville, Mo.; and several step-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and a beloved caregiver, Beverly Vallero. In addition to her husband Glen and husband Carl, she was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter-in-law Mitzi Bothwell; a sister, Hazel Allison; and a brother Kenneth Lawrence Allison. Funeral services will Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery at a later date.

CHANEY, Carl Franklin "Frank"
1925-2005
Pleasant Valley (Albert Dunning) Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 7 2005 - Carl Franklin (Frank) Chaney, 79, died Sunday, February 20, 2005, at his home in Deepwater. He was born April 6, 1925, in Flemington, the son of Earl and Mary Jane (Price) Chaney. Frank was a veteran of World War II. He served his country four years in the United States Navy aboard the USS ARD-12. Upon his return to the states, he met and married Wanda Dunning. They were married on September 7, 1947, in Clinton at the home of Hugh Sperry. They then made their home in the Deepwater area all of their married life. Frank worked at Farmers Elevator for 42 years until his retirement in 1989 at the age of 62 years. He served several years on the school board of Deepwater School. He helped to organize and was on the board of the Deepwater Boat Ramp. He gave many years service to the organization and development of the Deepwater Labor Day Picnic. He had a great love of the arts and was himself a very accomplished artist. He was a faithful member of the First Christian Church, Deepwater, where he served as an elder, as well as other positions. He was also a member of the VFW Post 1894, Clinton, and the American Legion. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Ervin Chaney. Frank is survived by his wife of 57 years, Wanda, of the home; three sons, Franklin Chaney of Chillicothe, Jack Chaney of Clinton and Kevin Chaney of Aurora; six grandchildren and one great-granddaughter, Madelaine Delores Chaney. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Thursday, February 24. Burial was in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Deepwater.

CHANEY, Edward Moses
1845-1929
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
The Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Thursday, Jul 18 1929 - (Sedalia Democrat) AGED SEDALIAN DIED SUDDENLY -- Edward M. Chaney Expired After Asking Doctor to Be Called -- Edward M. Chaney, 84 years old, died suddenly at his home, 1001 South Massachusetts avenue, about 8 o'clock Wednesday morning. Death was due to heart trouble. Mr. Chaney only a few days ago arrived home after visiting for some time with his two sons and four daughters near Windsor and Warsaw. Wednesday morning he went to the door and called to Miss Bessie Brinton, who was passing and asked her to call a doctor, telling her that he had been sick all night and he felt as if he were going to faint. Miss Brinton went to the home of Mrs. F. M. Truitt and with her returned to the Chaney home. They found Mr. Chaney lying on the floor unconscious. Mrs. Truitt forced the screen door open and when they entered Mr. Chaney breathed several times then expired without regaining conscious. Dr. W. T. Bishop, coroner, was called and stated that an inquest was not necessary. Mrs. Walter J. Brill and Mrs. Truitt notified Mr. Chaney's children and brothers. Mr. Chaney was born January 17, 1845, near Georgetown. At the age of 17 years he enlisted in the Union Army and served through the Civil War. He was a member of Company F, Seventeenth Regiment of Cavalry. March 4, 1869, he was married. Mrs. Chaney died March 8, 1909. Surviving are his two sons, J. L. Chaney of Windsor and V. E. Chaney of near Warsaw; four daughters, Miss Dorothy Chaney of the home address, Mrs. Eliza Hutsler, Mrs. B. T. Renfrow and Mrs. W. S. Holloway, all of Windsor. Two brothers, F. M. Chaney of Longwood and George R. Chaney of Arkansas City, Kansas,l and one sister, Mrs. Anna Smiley of Polk county, also survive. Funeral services will be held at the Windsor Methodist Episcopal church Thursday afternoon. Burial will be in Laurel Oak cemetery at Windsor, next to the grave of his wife.

CHANEY, Ervin Henry
1915-1984
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ervin Henry Chaney was born June 5, 1915, at Tondo, MO, in Polk County and died August 25, 1984. In 1923, his family moved to Deepwater and he lived there the remainder of his life. He graduated from Deepwater High School in 1934 and from Sedalia Business College in 1935. He was united in marriage on September 9, 1939, to Julia Frala. To this marriage two children were born. Mr. Chaney was employed as business manager of Booth Hatchery from 1938 to 1963. He was later employed by the Clinton Daily Democrat, as advertising manager and then as business manager from 1963 to his retirement in April of 1984. Funeral services were held at the deepwater Christian Church and burial was in the Montrose Cemetery.

CHANEY, Julia M. FRALA
1916-2004
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 26 2004 - Julia M. Chaney was born June 11, 1916, in Osceola, daughter of Edmund and Myrtle Birdwell Frala. She died April 9, 2004, at Foxwood Springs Living Center, Raymore. She was a member of the First Christian Church of Deepwater. She married Ervin Chaney and he preceded her in death August 25, 1984. She had worked at Golden Valley Hospital as a nurse's aide and ward clerk. Her parents, four brothers and one sister also preceded her in death. Survivors include one son, Chris Chaney and wife, Janet, Overland Park, Kansas; one daughter, Carleda Williams and husband John, Oak Grove; five grandchildren, Andra Williams and husband Joshua Broadway, Jennifer Williams, Craig Chaney, Candace Chaney, Clark Chaney, and one sister, Lucille Frala, North Kansas City. Funeral services were held April 14, at Consalus-Bradley Chapel. Burial was in Montrose Cemetery.

CHANEY, Kevin Ray
1963-2017
Pleasant Valley (Albert Dunning) Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Kevin R. Chaney, age 53 years, of Clinton, Missouri passed away Saturday, April 15, 2017 at his home. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, Missouri. Interment will follow in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Deepwater, Missouri. Kevin Ray Chaney was born October 11, 1963 to Frank and Wanda Chaney of Deepwater, Missouri, who preceded him in death. He loved his family, his friends and the outdoors, especially deer hunting. He will be missed by all those who his life touched. Kevin is survived by two brothers, Frank of Chillicothe, Missouri and Jack of Clinton, Missouri as well as a host of aunts, uncles, and nephews and nieces.

CHANEY, Lois M. JEFFRIES BRITT
1915-2013
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Lois M. Chaney, 97, of Windsor, Missouri, died Thursday, January 3, 2013, at the Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Windsor. She was born November 13, 1915, in LaSalle, Colorado, the daughter of William Samuel Jeffries and Nettie Ann (Morhrle) Jeffries. On June 14, 1936, in Denver, Colorado, she married Thomas Edgar Britt and he preceded her in death on August 12, 1974. She later married Ralph Henry Chaney on November 7, 1984 and he preceded her in death on November 25, 2012. Mrs. Chaney and her first husband moved to Leeton, Mo., from Colorado and established a Grade A Dairy Farm. She later worked for Gerbes Supermarket in Windsor for 13 years, retiring in 1967. She enjoyed doing volunteer work for Hospice and the Windsor Senior Center where she played in the Senior Center Kitchen Band for 12 years. She was a former member of the Calvary Baptist Church, Windsor and a current member of the Green Ridge Baptist Church, Green Ridge, Mo. She accepted Jesus as her Savior when she was a child and served Him faithfully as long as she was able, teaching Sunday school, Bible classes and in other areas of the church.. Survivors include a daughter-in-law, Lani Kelly, Klamath Falls, Oregon; granddaughter, Shulley Watters, Klamath Falls, Oregon; 3 great-grandsons, Billy White and his wife, Nikki; Justin Hermonson; Thomas James Watters; 3 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Imogene Bickling, Greeley, Colorado; 2 step-daughters, Sue Ellen Austin, Mexico, Mo.; Shirley Brown and her husband Larry, Sedalia, Mo.; 5 step-grandchildren; 9 step-great-grandchildren and 3 step-great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husbands, she was preceded in death by her only child, Thomas James Britt, in 1979; 2 sisters and a brother. Graveside services will be Saturday, January 12, 2013, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CHANEY, Lucy May CROSS STUMP
1915-2007
Newton Burial Park, Nevada, Vernon Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 28 2007 - Lucy May Chaney, 91, Nevada, died Monday, March 26, 2007, at Barone Alzheimer's Care Center, Nevada. She was born November 24, 1915, in St. Clair County to Richard Hezikiah Cross and Cora Zenobia Garrison. When a young woman, she married David F. Stump. She later married George W. Chaney. She spent her early childhood in St. Clair County. At an early age she professed her faith in Christ as Savior and joined Bear Creek Methodist Church. She resided in and around Clinton for a number of years. She worked at the Economy Market in Clinton for Mae Dodson. In 1963 she moved to Nevada where she was employed by Cecil and Maxine Maxwell at Maxwell's Grocery Store. After retiring from Maxwell's Grocery, she was a childcare provider for many years. She is survived by her four daughters, Naida Wilson and husband Bob, Clinton, Barbara Campbell and husband Everett, Deepwater, Kathleen Shanks and husband Derrel, Clinton, and Marilyn Chaney, Nevada; 19 grandchildren, Dale Stump, david Stump, Elaine Beaushaw, Dennis Stump, Betty James, Stanley Wilson, Teresa Schussler, Roger Wilson, Randall stump, Michelle Stump, Mason Stump, Allison Stump, Steve Scott, Diana Breeden, Cheryl Carter, Julie Stoltman, Susan Shanks, Telly Leer and Lucy Leer; one brother Clifford Cross, Independence; 36 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; four sisters, Ada Preston, Kansas City, Kansas, Phyrne Enderle, Riverside, Edna Fincher, Marlo, Oklahoma, and Eva Krie, Anaheim, California. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband George W. Chaney; sons, Edward E. "Murl" Stump and Marion Richard Stump; infant great-granddaughter Darlene Elaine Hibbs; brothers, Floyd Cross, Durward Cross, Jack Cross, Murl Cross, Tom Cross, and sister, Lelah Hines. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 29, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada. Interment will follow in Newton Burial Park in Nevada.

CHANEY, Vates A.
1910-1992
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Vates A. Chaney, 81, Clinton, died March 9, 1992, at Westwood Nursing Home in Clinton. He was born March 22, 1910, in Anderson, Missouri, the son of James S. and Tillie Van Winkle Chaney. He was married to Orel Durbin and three daughters were born to this union. They moved to Clinton in 1960 where he was employed as a truck driver with Clearfield Cheese Company. He retired from there in 1975 then was employed at the Union State Bank in Clinton until he retired in 1989. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Clinton and a member of the Masonic Lodge #548 in Clinton. He is survived by three daughters, Mary Patricia Buchanan, Stillwater, Okla., Martha Belle Osborn and Rose Elaine Bailey, both of Clinton. Also surviving is his stepmother, Elsie Chaney, Anderson; three brothers, J. R. Chaney, Jefferson City, Buddy Chaney, Kansas City, Don Chaney, Anderson; one sister, Nona Howard, Greenville, Illinois, six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Thursday, March 12, 1992, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

CHANEY, Wanda Loraine DUNNING
1930-2015
Pleasant Valley (Albert Dunning) Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Wanda Chaney, age 85, of Deepwater, Missouri, passed away Monday, November 9, 2015. Wanda was born in Clinton Missouri to Earl and Ethel Dunning. She retired from the Lakeland School District in 1998. She was a member of the Deepwater Christian Church where she spent years playing the organ. Wanda was cherished by her family. She was always concerned with her family's well-being and strove to help them in any way she possibly could. She was involved in her family's lives but not judgmental. She accepted any errors members may have made, and offered only unconditional love. She enjoyed any opportunity to get everyone together for a big meal. She will truly be missed. Wanda was preceded in death by her husband, Carl "Frank" Chaney. She is survived by three sons, Frank of Chillicothe and Jack and Kevin both of Clinton, MO, five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Funeral service was held on November 16, 2015, with interment following at Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Deepwater, Missouri.

CHANSLOR, Frank Pogue
1889-1947
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Apr 10 1947 - Funeral services for the late Frank P. Chanslor were at the Consalus and Peck Funeral Home Friday afternoon. The interment was in Englewood Cemetery. Frank Chanslor, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe J. Chanslor, who came to Missouri from Kentucky, was born November 12, 189 in Carney, Mo. He was married to Miss Donnie Gardner about thirty years ago and twenty-five years ago they moved to Clinton, where Mr. Chanslor was employed at the Larabee Mill and then for many years he owned and operated the grocery store on North Seventh Street, which is now owned by Mr. Hardin. He had worked at the Brown Manufacturing Co. for the past several months. His only survivor is his wife.

CHAPIN, Leah Agnes McWILLIAMS
1908-1994
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Leah Agnes Chapin, 86, Clinton, died Friday, June 3, 1994, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. She was born January 6, 1908, in Farmington, Iowa, to Dr. Thomas A. McWilliams and Bessie (House) McWilliams. She married Cecil C. Chapin on November 19, 1932. Cecil and Leah lived for several years in Appleton City and then moved to the Clinton area in 1945, where they owned and operated a prosperous turkey farm for several years. Cecil preceded her in death on February 12, 1983. Also preceding her in death were two brothers, Melvin and Bill, and one sister Florence. Leah is survived by one son, Ronald T. Chapin and his wife Betty of Madison, West Virginia; one daughter, Bette Arnold and her husband Gene of Clinton; one sister Margaret Brown of Tucson, Arizona; one brother Dick McWilliams of Warsaw; four grandchildren, Donita Graham of Sparta, Debbie Long of Clinton, Steve Straw of Higbee and Vernon Straw of Clinton, and a great many friends. She was an active member of the community up to the time of her death. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Clinton and also of Eastern Star. She regularly attended the Clinton Senior Center and served on the center's Building Committee. Leah was also an avid card player and belonged to a group which met weekly to play. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home on Sunday, June 5. She was laid to rest in the Appleton City Cemetery.

CHAPIN, Lucille
1912-2002
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 2 2002 - Lucille Chapin, 90, Appleton City, died Friday, November 29, 2002, at Appleton City Manor Nursing Home. She is survived by her sister, Zelma Chapin, Appleton City. Funeral services were Sunday, December 1, at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, with burial in Appleton City Cemetery.

CHAPIN, Ronald T.
1941-2007
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 9 2007 - Ronald T. Chapin was born December 15, 1941, in Appleton City, the son of Cecil and Leah Chapin. He died April 17, 2007, at his home after a short battle with cancer. Ron spent his childhood growing up on a farm north of Clinton and attending the one-room grade school called Land School. He graduated from Clinton High School and soon became employed with the Peabody Coal Company. He was maintenance supervisor for the company when it closed its mine here in Clinton. Ron had the opportunity to move to Madison, West Virginia, where he retired in 1996 after 34 years with Peabody. He and Betty soon moved back to Clinton to be close to family and friends. Ron found in his retirement that he wanted to continue to work and became employed with Hilty Quarries as a purchasing agent. In 1965, Ron married Betty Lewis Straw and with this union came two sons. Ron was a devoted father and took pride in raising these two young men. He was a loving husband and retired from Hilty Quarries in 2003 to care for his wife. Ron was a member of Clinton Country Club, Eagles Lodge of Clinton and Drakes Chapel Methodist Church. He very much enjoyed the game of golf and being with friends. The farm he grew up on is where he went everyday sometimes to practice his golf and sometimes just to enjoy the land he was raised on. Ron was preceded in death by his parents and his father-in-law and mother-in-law. Survivors include his wife Betty of the home; two sons, Steve Straw, Macon and Vernon Straw of Clinton; one sister Bette Arnold and husband Gene, Clinton. Memorial services were held April 19 at Consalus Funeral Home. Inurnment was in Englewood Cemetery.

CHAPIN, Zelma May
1915-2003
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 1 2003 - Zelma May Chapin, 88, Appleton City, died Friday, November 28, 2003, at Appleton City Manor Nursing Home. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Sunday, November 30, at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City. Burial was in Appleton City Cemetery.

CHAPMAN, Betty Jo SPARKS
1935-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 22 2002 - Betty Jo Chapman, 67, Lowry City, died Tuesday, May 21, 2002, at Golden Valley Hospital. Cremation. She was born January 9, 1935, in Kansas City, daughter of Joe and Velma Beckett Sparks. She married Lloyd E. Chapman April 20, 1951. Her parents, three brothers and one sister preceded her in death. Survivors include her husband, Lloyd, of the home; one son, Lloyd E. Chapman, Jr. and Deborah Rice, Lawson; two daughters, Velma Louise Chapman, Gladstone, Vicky Lynn Reasoner and husband, Donald Lynn, Urich; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

CHAPMAN, Frances R. SHUMAN
1828-1893
Drakes Chapel Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Died at the residence of her son-in-law, Wm. Gill, one and a half miles west of Lewis Station, on Friday morning, Dec. 15, 1893, with typhoid fever. Mrs. Francis R. Chapman, whose maiden name was Shuman. Born Dec. 28 1828 in Gallipolis, Ohio, married to the late W. B. Chapman in 1852 in West Virginia. She suffered about 15 days in her illness, her devoted daughters and loving sons ministering to her wants. She and her husband had eight children, five still living, the others in the spirit land with their father: two sons, Edward and Marida, live one and a half miles north of Lewis; Mrs. Thomas Dalton in Lewis and Mrs. Henry Dickenson at Coalgate, I.T. She gave her heart to God as a child, first united with the Methodist church, to which her people belonged, but after she came to Missouri and settled down with her husband, she joined the Dunkard church. Burial in the Drake cemetery.

CHAPMAN, Ida Mae ROTTMAN
1925-2010
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 6 2010 - Ida Mae Chapman, 84, Clinton, died Wednesday, May 5, 2010, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 8, at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, with burial in Englewood Cemetery. Ida Mae was born in Clinton. She was married to Earl E. Chapman, who preceded her in death. She was a member of the Church of God, Urich. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Adam and Mamie Louise (Elliott) Rottman; her husband Earl; one brother Billy Jean Rottman, and two sisters, Dorothy Kidwiler and Kay Griggs. She is survived by her sister Irma Brewer and husband Don, Clinton, and a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.

CHAPMAN, Irene EMICK
1906-1995
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Irene Emick Chapman, 89, Waynesville, formerly of Laurie, died Friday, November 24, 1995, at the Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Cole Camp. She was born August 1, 1906, in Urich, the daughter of William H. and Jessie Wells Emick. Mrs. Chapman was a retired secretary for the U.S. Customs Service. She was a member of the Independence Christian Church and the National Association of Retired Federal Employees. She is survived by one daughter, Nancy Laurie of Waynesville; two brothers, Kenneth F. Emick and Clyde L. Emick, both of Urich; one sister, Leo Rupe of Clinton, and one grandson, Mark Swearingen of Sedalia. Graveside services were Monday, November 27, at the Urich Cemetery.

CHAPMAN, James Edward
1943-2001
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 5 2001 - James Edward Chapman, 58, Gravois Mills, formerly of Sedalia and Clinton, died Wednesday evening, August 29, 2001, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. He was born June 24, 1943, in Gravois Mills, the son of Edward A. and Melinda Johnson Chapman. On June 17, 2001, he married Arlene Durkee Reberry, who survives of the home. He was a welder at Paul's Welding in Laurie, and a United States Navy veteran of the Vietnam War. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three daughters, Jamie Courtney and husband, John, Melinda Chapman and Amanda Chapman, all of Clinton; several step-children and step-grandchildren. His remains were cremated. Memorial services will be held a Parks Chapel Baptist Church Saturday, September 8.

CHAPMAN, Millard K. "M. K."
1905-2005
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 10 2005 - Millard K. (M.K.) Chapman died Friday, June 10, 2005, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. He was born June 5, 1905, in McDonald County, the son of Charles and Julia Chapman. He graduated from Anderson High School in 1923. On June 18, 1927, he married Ruth Chancellor. He dedicated his professional life to wildlife conservation. In 1933, he was appointed as game warden with the Missouri Fish and Game Department and was reappointed as a conservation agent when the Missouri Department of Conservation was created in 1936. He was promoted to regional supervisor of the West Central Protection Division in 1943 and served in that capacity until his retirement in 1970. He remained actively involved in conservation after retirement, including work to pass the 1/8-cent sales tax for conservation in 1976. He was an avid outdoorsman and active in Rotary for many years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth, and daughter, Dixie Lee Spangler. Survivors include grandsons, Chapman Spangler of Clinton and Chris Spangler of Sedalia, and great-grandsons, Cale Spangler, Clint Spangler and Chancellor Spangler, also of Sedalia. Graveside services will be held Monday, June 13, 11 a.m. at Englewood Cemetery.

CHAPMAN, Ruth N.
1917-2003
Landaker Cemetery, Butler Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 30 2003 - Ruth Chapman, 85, Lowry City, died Tuesday, January 28, 2003, at North Kansas City Hospital. Funeral services will be Friday, January 31, at the First Baptist Church of Lowry City. Burial will be in Landaker Cemetery, Lowry City.

CHAPMAN, Velma Louise
1952-2014
Valley Center Cemetery, Butler Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 5 2014 - Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 5 2014 - Velma L. Chapman, age 62 of Clinton, MO died at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center on Thursday, September 4, 2014. Velma was born on February 21, 1952 to Lloyd E. and Betty Jo Sparks Chapman of Kansas City, MO. She worked as a paralegal for several years. Surviving Velma is her father, Lloyd E. Chapman, a brother, Lloyd E. Chapman, Jr. and a sister, Vicky L. Reasoner (Don), all of Clinton; also surviving are several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death was her mother and a daughter, Michelle Hutchinson. A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, September 13, 2014 at Consalus Funeral Home, Clinton. An inurnment will follow at Valley Center Cemetery, Deepwater.

CHAPMAN, William Edgar
1856-1934
Drakes Chapel Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Citizen Struck By Car And Fatally Injured - W. E. Chapman, of Near Lewis Station, Only Lived Short Time After He Was Hit by Car When Crossing Highway at Calhoun - Death came to W. E. Chapman, well-known Lewis Station farmer, at his home north of Lewis Station at 6 p.m. Saturday, November 24, a few hours after he was struck in Calhoun by an automobile driven by an old acquaintance, Scully Mayhugh, near Calhoun. Mr. Chapman and his daughter and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Yount, went to Calhoun on business Saturday soon after lunch and upon arrival left their wagon just off the highway. Later, when he was nearly ready to go home, Mr. Chapman started across the highway to the Farmers' Exchange for a cream can when Mr. Mayhugh's car struck him. Although he was taken immediately to Dr. Pollard's office for treatment, and friends and loved ones gathered to give him every tender care they could, he only lived until six o'clock. He suffered, among other injuries, three broken ribs and an injured back and hip. Mr. Mayhugh has been confined to his bed with a nervous collapse since the accident and has not been told of the death of his friend. Mr. Mayhugh has been in very poor health for several months. William Edgar Chapman was born in Putnam County, West Virginia, April 1, 1856, and came to the Bear Creek neighborhood near Montrose as a lad. In young manhood, he moved to Lewis Station, where he met Laura Belle Johnson, whom he married October 20, 1878, and they spent 56 years of happy married life together. Their 56th anniversary was celebrated this fall with a dinner at their home which was attended by all their children but one. For six years after their marriage, the Chapmans lived in Lewis Station but for the past half century their home has been on their farm, 1 1/2 miles north of Lewis Station. Mr. Chapman was an excellent farmer, having an extensive knowledge of his occupation, and he made a comfortable attractive home for his family. He was most devoted to his children and gave them every possible advantage in education and the other things of life. Perhaps the greatest thing Mr. Chapman had to give to his sons and daughters was the example of a perfect Christian life that he set for them. He belonged to the Drakes Chapel Methodist church, which he joined fifty years ago and where he was a steward for many years, and a faithful attendant at the services. He worshipped the Father most sincerely by living daily as He commanded, ever ready to speak the words that would win others to the Christian way and to praise Him. His children, as a result of this early training, are all active church members. His life was devoted to his home, his God, and to his fellowman, leaving to his children a rich heritage of Christian love. To his last day, Mr. Chapman kept abreast of modern improvements and enjoyed life to its utmost. Although he no longer farmed, he made a garden each spring and usually kept the table supplied with a procession of vegetables from early spring to late fall. He also raised a flock of chickens each year. By temperament, Mr. Chapman was quiet but friendly and interested in everything about him. He went in his car to see friends and neighbors and keenly enjoyed these trips. Surviving him are his beloved companion of 56 years and their five children: Rev. F. R. Chapman of Warrensburg; R. A. Chapman of Kansas City; Mrs. Etta Clarke of Wichita, Kans., and George Chapman and Mrs. Pearl Yount, near the old home. There are also eight grandchildren, and two sisters, Mrs. Emma Dalton and Mrs. Ida Jones of Lewis Station. The funeral services were held Monday at Drakes Chapel. Burial was in the cemetery nearby under the direction of Wilkinson Funeral Service.

CHAPMAN, Winston B.
1824-1893
Drakes Chapel Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Apr 29 1893 - Died - W. B. Chapman of Lewis, whose life closed suddenly and unexpectedly to his family and friends with hemorrhage of the lungs, no one being in or nearer than between a quarter and a half mile of his house except his wife, who did all she could in her feebleness to administer to his wants, but it was all in vain and he soon expired. Born in Putnam County, Tayes Valley, West Virginia, July 11, 1824 and reared to manhood there. In 1852, married Miss Frances R. Shuman, whose heart now bleeds because he has been taken from her side. Eight children, five still living and all in this county but Mrs. Henry Dickenson, who is in Indian territory. He emigrated to Missouri with his family in 1866, going first to southern Henry County, then to Lewis Station where he lived for ten years, then in 1888 to the place in the country one and one-half miles north of Lewis. Joined the Baptist Church in Missouri. On the morning of April 23, borne away to his last resting place at Drake's Chapel. A fervent prayer was given by John Hargrave at the graveside.

CHARLES, Ralph Owen
1920-2004
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 20 2004 - Ralph Owen Charles was born February 29, 1920, in Henry County on a farm near Mt. Zion, the son of Charlie F. and Ethyl A. Fisher Charles. He died January 1, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital. He attended grade school at Columbia Hall near Mt. Zion and high school in Deepwater. As a young man Ralph was converted and joined the Mt. Zion Baptist Church. After leaving high school, Ralph worked on ranches in Idaho and Colorado. While employed as a crane operator at Sheffield Steel Company in Kansas City, he was inducted into the United States Armed Services June 12, 1942. He served most of his military career in the United States Air Force in the European Theatre during World War I, stationed in Africa, Italy and the Middle East. His awards include 11 Bronze stars, a unit bodge with two Oak Leaf Clusters and a Purple Heart after being wounded in action and spending six weeks in a military hospital tent. Prior to his discharge from the service, Ralph married Donna Verne McQueen, May 13, 1945, at a farmhouse near Coal. To this union were born two sons, Monte and Stanley Charles. Ralph was an area farmer most of his adult life, still residing on the farm up to the time of his death. While farming he served on several boards, including president of the Farm Bureau. After retiring he spent several years traveling across the United States with his wife. He also enjoyed hunting,m fishing and gardening, but most of all he loved people, striking up conversations at every opportunity, spending many hours debating hot topics at the coffee shop. He is survived by his wife, Donna Verne, of the home; two sons, Monte Charles and Stanley Charles and wife Connie, all of Clinton; four grandchildren, Mandy Williams and husband Shane, Dodge City, Kansas, Dusty, Heidi and Micah Charles, all of Clinton, and one great-grandchild, Justin Williams, Dodge City, Kansas. Funeral services were held January 3 at the Consalus Bradley Chapel. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

CHARLES, Raymond Franklin
1933-2016
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Raymond Franklin Charles, age 83 years, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at Research Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri. There will be a graveside service on Friday, April 1, 2016, at Vansant Road Cemetery, Clinton, Missouri. Raymond was born on February 17, 1933 to Mary (Mullins) and Harry Charles in Sweet Springs, Missouri. He served in the Army during the Korean War. Raymond loved working on tractors and farming. He also enjoyed fishing and being with his family. Raymond was a simple honest, family man, he will be greatly missed. Raymond was proceeded in death by his parents, and a brother, Forrest D. Charles. He is survived by his wife, Joyce of the home; sons, Frankie Ray Charles (Pam) of Urich, Randy Charles (Chris), and Roger Charles (Kathy) of Clinton; daughter, Penny Charles of Clinton; grandchildren, Timothy Charles (Sabrina), Sherry Colvert, Robin Stevens, Michelle Propst (Jordan), Janelle Howell (Dan), and Jason Gregory (Andrea); great-grandchildren, Sherry Ann Albin, Samuel Ray Charles, Ian Gregory Charles, Max Darrel Propst, Justin Tye Gregory, and Harley Ann Howell; sisters, Wilma Jean (Johnny) McFail of Houstonia, and Mary Catherine (Glenn) Sammons of Warrensburg, Missouri.

CHARTIER, Colette Andrea COCHRAN
1958-2016
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Colette A. Chartier of Windsor, Missouri, died Saturday, June 18, 2016, at Nathan Adelson Hospice in Las Vegas, Nevada. She was born May 14, 1958, the daughter of Howard Albert Cochran and Patricia Ruth (Zumwalt) Cochran. On October 26, 1978 in Windsor, Missouri, she married Brian Paul Chartier and he survives of the home. After graduation from Windsor High School, Colette received a Red Cross dental certification from the Mike O'Callaghan Federal Hospital in Las Vegas, Nev. She was an active volunteer in the grade schools where her children attended, both in Germany and Las Vegas. She enjoyed reading, cooking, and painting ceramics. She had a giving nature and was always eager to help children in the community. Their home was a welcoming place for Chris, Matt and Amy to host friends during their growing up years. She was a member of the St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, Windsor. In addition to her husband Brian, survivors include 2 sons, Christopher Chartier (Rula), Las Vegas, Nevada; and Matthew Chartier (Angelica), Abilene, Texas; a granddaughter Amy Suad, Las Vegas, Nev.; her mother, Pat Cochran, Windsor, Mo.; her mother-in-law, Betty Rennert, Snohomish, Washington; 5 brothers, Mark Cochran (Nancy), Harrisonville, Mo.; Jeff Cochran, Sicklerville, NJ.; Chris Cochran (Sheryl), Oak Grove, Mo.; Matt Cochran (Karen), Butler, Mo.; and Jon Cochran, Warrensburg, Mo.; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Amy Provost on January 7, 2015, and her father Howard Cochran and her father-in-law, Romeo "Ray" Chartier. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, July 2, 2016, at the St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, Windsor, Mo. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CHARVO, Teri MELVILLE
1920-1998
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Teri Charvo, 78, Clinton, died Saturday, December 5, 1998, at her home. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, December 8, at Consalus Chapel, Clinton, following cremation. Mrs. Charvo was born March 7, 1920, in Butte, Montana, the daughter of Thomas and Queenie (Holmes) Melville. She was married to Donald Charvo, who preceded her in death in 1957. Mrs. Charvo lived in California before moving to Clinton in 1993. She is survived by one daughter Sandra L. Wareham Sportsman and husband Bobby Jr., Clinton; one son Vance Gene Charvo and wife Carolyn, Palmdale, California; six grandchildren, Julie Miller and husband Dog, Clifton Wareham and wife Karen, all of Clinton, William Wareham and wife Michelle, Warrensburg, Donald Charvo and wife Christie, Christine Hipctmann, Donna and husband Richard, all of Palmdale; California; one step-granddaughter, Jessie Sue Sportsman, Clinton; 11 great-grandchildren, Jennifer, Travis and Kimberly Miller, Christine and Haley Wareham; six Charvo great-grandchildren, and a special friend Robin K. Miller and family. She was preceded in death by one brother Thomas Melville.

CHASE, David James
1963-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 27 2002 - David James Chase, 39, Sedalia, died Saturday, August 24, 2002, at his home. He was born July 24, 1963, in Kansas City, the son of David J. Chase and Jewell Louise (Reeves) Chase. He was affiliated with Whole Life Church in St. Joseph. He is survived by his son, Justin Chase, Oak Grove; his sisters, Kimberley Dillon, Sedalia, Theresa Chase, Sedalia, Debi Braun, Blue Springs, and Marsha Dunbar, Fargo, North Dakota; three nieces and four nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one niece and one nephew. The body was cremated and the family held private memorial services for him on Monday, August 26.

CHASTAIN, Beecher Earl
1903-1904
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, March 18, 1904 Asleep in Jesus. Beecher Earl, infant son of W. J. and Clara Chastain, was born June 4, 1903, and died March 15, 1904, after an illness of two days and one night. His little body was laid away March 17, at Tebo. He was the idolized darling of father, mother, sister, brothers and grandmother, who are left Oh, so lonely! They well know that their little precious bud has gone from earth to bloom in heaven, where all is joy and rapture, and where sorrow never comes. Our loving Savior has taken him, and "He doeth all things well," but it is so hard for them to do without him. To the bereaved family we extend our heartfelt sympathy.

CHASTAIN, Bernice Wayne
1905-1991
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Bernice W. Chastain, 86, Clinton, died Saturday, March 2, at Golden Valley Hospital. He was born in Benton County near Palo on February 9, 1905. His parents were William J. and Clara Belle Carleton Chastain. He was a farmer and a member of the Hickory Chapel Methodist Church. He was married August 26, 1937 to Vivian M. Williams who died in 1967. He was married to Norma Sell on May 17, 1978. She survives her husband. Two daughters survive, Brenda Myers of Blue Springs and Melody McCullough of Platte City; one sister, Leta Christian of Independence; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 2 PM at Hadley Funeral Home in Windsor with burial in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

CHASTAIN, Clara Belle CARLETON
1866-1936
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. W. J. Chastain died November 12, 1936. Her last illness lasted only twelve days although she had been in failing health the past two years. Clara Belle Carleton, born October 9, 1866 was married to W. J. Chastain November 24, 1886. Had she lived, they would have celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary this month. To this union six children were born. Mrs. J. L. Morgan, Albert and Marvin Chastain of Lincoln, Bernice of the home, and Mrs. L. G. Christian of Versailles. She also leaves two sisters, Mrs. Dilley Weakley, Wichita, Kansas and Mrs. Arthur Rains of Windsor, Colorado, two brothers, Neal Carleton, Brighton Colorado, and Sanfred Carleton, El Dorado Springs, Mo., also fourteen grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. She was converted at an early age and united with the Hickory Chapel Methodist Church of which she was a charter member. She was a faithful, loving wife and mother, a sincere Christian, ever loyal to her Savior and her church. She will be sadly missed by her loved ones, but we look forward to meeting her again in that beautiful city above whose builder and maker is God. Funeral services were conduced at Hickory Chapel Methodist Church, Friday afternoon at 1:30 by Rev. E. L. Thomas, a close friend of the family, assisted by Rev. Winton, the new pastor. Interment was made in beautiful Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor, under the direction of Colbert Funeral Service, Lincoln.

CHASTAIN, John Harry
1888-1918
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - John Harry Chastain was born May 27, 1888, at Wheatland, Hickory county, Mo. He answered his country's call July 21, 1918. He went to Camp Funston for training and was assigned to Company M, Seventieth Infantry. He died Oct. 9, 1918, of influenza. For several years he had made his home with his sister, Mrs. O. W. Knisely, Clinton, Mo. He is survived by his wife, mother, two sisters and one brother, who deeply mourn the loss of him. A number of years ago, his father died of blood poison. His grandfather, J. B. Coons, was a Baptist minister. His mother, sisters and brother are all of Baptist faith. When his body was sent for burial his many friends in Clinton sent floral tributes and expressions of sympathy. At the request of his mother mention is made of her great appreciation of the kindness of her sympathetic friends.

CHASTAIN, John Hopson "Uncle Hop"
1830-1902
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Thursday, Feb 6 1902 - The death angel has again visited us and taken to His eternal home one of our best and most highly esteemed citizens. John H. Chastain, known to his many friends as Uncle Hop, was born March 22, 1830 and died January 28 1902, at the residence of his son, W. J. Chastain. Funeral services were conducted, after which his remains were interred at Tebo, January 30. He married Miss Juda G. Davis February 13, 1851, to which union four children were born, Mrs. Lizzie James of Nevada, Mo., Mrs. Mollie Parks and Mrs. Maude Parks of near Coal, Mo., and W. J. Chastain of near Leesville. His wife and all his children are left to mourn his loss, his being the first death in the family. He was a kind and loving husband and father, a good neighbor, always ready to do a kindness with a genial smile and pleasant word for everybody. He will be greatly missed throughout the entire community. He has lived ever since he was about seven years old on the same farm, three and one-half miles southeast of Leesville.

CHASTAIN, Joseph
1812-1905
Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Dec 2 1905 - Joseph Chastain died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Kate Hill, in Leesville, November 17, 1905, in the 94th year of his age. He was born in Goochland County, Virginia, April 11, 1812. When 8 years of age, he came with his parents to Logan County, Kentucky, where he engaged in farming and tobacco rasing. On October 15, 1835, he married Sarah Jane Crouch of Todd County, Kentucky and in 1837 they moved to Benton County where he lived until 1866, when he sold his farm and moved to Bentonville, Arkansas, returning to Missouri after four years and settling on a farm in Springfield Township, where he lived for a number of years. On March 6, 1886, his wife died. Since then, he had made his home with his son W. J., until 2 years ago when he went to live with his daughter Mrs. Hill. He and his wife had five children, 2 dying in infancy. Third child still living is Mrs. Sue Foster of Roseland. He became a Baptist when quiet young, then, in 1894, united with the Christian Church. He retained his faculties unimpaired until the last few moments of his life.

CHASTAIN, Maude F. CHAMBERS
1903-1997
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Maude F. Chastain, 93, Pilot Grove, died Saturday, June 7, 1997, at Katy Manor Nursing Home, Pilot Grove. She was born June 14, 1903, in Lynch, Nebraska, daughter of George and Vancha Johnson Chambers. In 1921, she was married to J. Earl Chastain, who died in July 1959. Mrs. Chastain was a member of First Baptist Church and taught a Sunday school class. She also worked in her garden. She was a homemaker and babysitter for many years. She lived most of her life in the Thrush community, east of Clinton. She moved to Sedalia in 1959. Survivors include a son, Shelby Chastain of Conyers, Ga.; two grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and a great-great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Chastain, and an infant son and two infant daughters, a grandson, Larry Keith Chastain, and two brothers, Lyle Chambers and Lynn Chambers. Funeral services were Monday, June 9, at Heckart-Gillespie Colonial Chapel. Burial was in the Calhoun cemetery.

CHASTAIN, Norma Viola FALK SELL
1913-2009
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 5 2009 - Norma Viola Chastain, 95, Clinton, died Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009 at Golden LivingCenter-Westwood in Clinton. Norma was born Dec. 8, 1913, in Essex, Iowa, the daughter of Carl John Falk and Emma Matilda (Hendrickson) Falk. Norma graduated from grade school at Maple, Wisconsin, and high school in Superior, Wisconsin. She graduated from Northwestern Bible and Missionary Training School in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1937. In 1941, she came to Missouri to serve as a missionary in the Tightwad, Leesville and Surprise community, under the Gospel Missionary Union in Kansas City. Later she served in local churches as a pastor for the Missouri West Conference for 23 years in the Oak Grove, Coal, Mt. Zion, Lucas and White Oak churches. She retired from the Missouri West Methodist Conference in June 1982. Norma was active in the United Methodist's Women's organizations and taught Sunday School in the churches where she served and in the Clinton Methodist Church where she was a member, joining in 1993, transferring from the Coal United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Senior Poly Credo Bible Club and later became the teacher of the class. On Aug. 29, 1942, she was united in marriage to Hobart Sell of Clinton and they made their home in Clinton. He preceded her in death. Norma was an employee of The Clinton Eye newspaper for 24 years. Norma married Bernice Chastain of Lincoln on May 17, 1978. They made their home in Clinton until his death in 1991. Survivors include one sister, Elna (George) Larson of Hermantown, Minnesota; two stepdaughters, Melody McCullough and her husband, David, Platte City, and Brenda Myers and her husband, James, Blue Springs; one sister-in-law, Marilyn Falk of Menasha, Wisconsin; one stepson, Darrel Sell and wife, Ruby, Kansas City; several step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Hobart Sell, and her second, husband Bernice Chastain; seven brothers, Art, Theodore, Roy, Donald, Melvin, John and Carl; two sisters, Edna Bagwell and Wilma Bratek, and one stepdaughter, Margie Pruessner. Graveside services will be Friday, Feb. 6, at the Englewood Cemetery in Clinton.

CHASTAIN, Vivian M. WILLIAMS
1913-1967
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor MO - Funeral services for Mrs. B. W. (Vivian) Chastain were held Wednesday afternoon at the Huston-Hadley Funeral Home of Windsor. Burial was in the Laurel Oak Cemetery of Windsor, Mo. Vivian M. Chastain, 53, daughter of C. M. and Pearl (Miller) Williams, was born September 11, 1913 and died at the Windsor Hospital January 9, 1967, after a long illness. She moved with her parents to Palo Pinto when she was a child where they operated the Palo Telephone Exchange for some 30 years. She received her education in the rural schools of Benton County. She attended High School at Santiago and Windsor graduating with the class of 1931 in Windsor. She also attended Central Mo. State Teachers College in Warrensburg. She taught in the rural schools of Benton County for 8 years. She was married to Bernice Chastain, August 26, 1937. They were the parents of two daughters. They made their home on a farm in the Palo community. She was converted and joined the Clear Creek Baptist Church when a young girl and later after her marriage jointed the Hickory Chapel Methodist Church with her husband. She was active in the work of the church as long as her health permitted. Surviving are her husband of the home, two daughters, Mrs. Brenda Myers, Blue Springs, Mo. and Melody Chastain, Kansas City, Mo., her father C. M. Williams, Lincoln, R1, two sisters, Audrey Swearngin, Sedalia, Mo. and Beverly Roark, LaCrosse, Wisconsin, one brother, C.H. Williams, Saigon, South Vietnam and one granddaughter, Tamara Lynn Myers and several nieces and nephews. Her mother preceded her in death in 1953.

CHASTAIN, William Jacob
1857-1949
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor MO - William Jacob Chastain, son of Judy Green and John Hopson Chastain, was born in Benton County on August 12, 1857 and departed this life on December 6, 1949 at the age of 92 years, three months and 24 days. He was united in marriage to Clara Bell Carleton on November 24, 1886 and to this union six children were born: Mrs. Lewis Morgan, Albert, Marvin and Bernice Chastain of Lincoln and Mrs. Leslie Christian of Kansas City. One son died in infancy. His wife preceded him in death in 1936. One sister, Mrs. Maud Parks of Clinton, survives. There are 16 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Mr. Chastain followed the occupation of farming and was very active until he became ill with pneumonia in October and failed to regain his health after this illness. He was converted at an early age and united with the Hickory Chapel Methodist Church and remained a member of that church until his death. Services were held at the Funeral Home Thursday, December 8. Burial was in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

CHEATHAM, Claude Erwin
1916-1994
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Claude Erwin Cheatham, 77, Frisco, Texas, died Wednesday, July 6, 1994, at his home. Funeral services will be Sunday, July 10, at Cantrell Funeral Home, Frisco, Texas. Graveside services will be Monday at the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Mr. Cheatham was born in Clinton and had lived in Frisco, Texas for a number of years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Frisco, the Old Mission Masonic Lodge, AF & AM, Shawnee Mission, Kansas, the Chapter and Commandery in Clinton and the Ararat Shrine, Kansas City. He was a real estate broker before he retired. He is survived by two daughters, Rebecca Schaerer, Richardson, Texas, and Sue Fendrich, St. Petersburg, Florida; one sister, Jane Mason, Pacific Grove, California, and three grandchildren.

CHEATHAM, Georgia Jeanetta MASTIN
1867-1939
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, June 1939 - Mrs. J. T. Cheatham died at 10:30 a.m. June 16, 1939, at her home on East Franklin Street following an extended illness during which she bore with beautiful courage and cheer the intense pain from a malignant disease. In failing health the past year and half, she became worse last November and in April was taken to a Kansas City hospital where her condition was found incurable. She returned home to be with her husband and other loved ones who never tired of making her as comfortable as possible, and their daughter, Mrs. Guyn Gilbert was constantly by her mother's bedside. Friends often sent special remembrances which lightened her pain-filled days and brought a quiet joy. Georgia Jeanetta Mastin was born October 7, 1867, ten miles northwest of Clinton. September 22, 1889, she was united in marriage with J. T. Cheatham and to them were given two children, James Thomas ("Dude" to his family and friends) who died in France, October 8, 1918, and Julia, now Mrs. Guyn Gilbert. The latter survives to comfort her father, also five grandchildren, Mrs. Forest Groff of Clinton; Mrs. A. C. McGlade, Jr., Mary Ruth, Lucille and Paul Gilbert of Deepwater and one great-grandchild, Wayne Groff, who was a favorite of his grandmother. She was devoted to her husband, children and grandchildren, giving them courage to face life anew with her own indomitable power for searching out the silver lining in spite of life's dark clouds. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at the Second Street Methodist Church. Burial at Englewood.

CHEATHAM, Harrison Lewis
1813-1891
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, July 25 1891 - Harrison Cheatham, highly respected Henry county citizen, died at his home at Alberta July 14. He was a member of the Christian church and leaves a wife and three children to mourn his loss. Burial in Englewood.

CHEATHAM, Iola Frances LITTLE
1913-1997
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Iola Frances Cheatham, 84, formerly of Calhoun, died Sunday, September 7, 1997, at Hilltop Nursing home, Lyndon, Kansas. She was born April 30, 1913, on a farm near Calhoun, in the Thrush community, the youngest of six children of Lee Barry and Amanda Frances Williams Little. She spent her youth and early life in the Calhoun area. On August 21, 1933, in Ulysses, Kansas, she was married to Uel Boone Cheatham, who preceded her in death in 1965. The family left Missouri in 1954, moving to Olathe, Kansas. Prior to moving to Lyndon, Kansas, Mrs. Cheatham lived in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Calhoun and later in Olathe, Kansas. Iola's life exemplified a Christian wife, mother and grandmother, with courage and conviction to stand for the worthwhile things of life. She as true to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, to the end. She is survived by one son, Ronny Cheatham, Osage City, Kansas; two daughters, Darlene Anderson, Paola, Kansas, and Pamela Allenbrand, Olathe, Kansas; nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Danny Cheatham. Funeral services were held Thursday, September 11, at the Calhoun United Methodist Church. Burial was in Calhoun Cemetery.

CHEATHAM, James Harrison
1874-1948
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Calhoun MO - Death brought to an end the earthly labors of one of Henry County's most respected citizens, when the summons came at 9:10 a.m. Tuesday to J. H. Cheatham at the Gray Rest Home in Windsor, where he had been about 10 days. Mr. Cheatham had suffered a stroke more than a week ago and had been in a coma since last Wednesday. His home was in the south part of Calhoun. His sons, J. M. Cheatham of Hutcinson, Kan., and Leonard of St. John, Kan., came Friday and another son, Paul of Johnson, Kan., arrived Sunday to be near their father. His fourth son, Uel Cheatham, lives in Calhoun, and the only daughter, Miss Edith Cheatham of Larned, Kan., was unable to come home. Funeral services will be held Thursday (today) at the Calhoun Christian Church and burial will be at the Calhoun cemetery. James Harrison Cheatham was born Oct. 11 1874, near Alberta, where he grew to young manhood, receiving his education there and in Clinton. His parents were Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Cheatham. In 1898, he was married to Mary England and to them were born three children, J. M., Leonard, and Miss Edith Cheatham. Mrs. Cheatham died in 1903, and three years later Effie Griffith became his wife and two children, Uel and Paul were given to this union. Mr. Cheatham has given to his children a rich heritage, an exemplary Christian life worthy of emulation. A member of the Christian Church, he never ceased to serve his Master faithfully. Especially attached to his family, they came first in his life, and to them he was a kind and thoughtful husband, father and counselor. Mr. Cheatham had become acquainted throughout Henry County as he operated stores at Piper, Lowry City, and Thrush and was also in the real estate business in Clinton. Leaving Missouri in April, 1915, he moved his family to Kansas and was a merchant several years at Ulysses. Prior to returning to Calhoun two years ago, they lived for two years at Hutchinson. Mr. Cheatham was affiliated with the IOOF and Masons.

CHEATHAM, James T. "Dude"
1892-1918
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, June 1920 - Dude Cheatham's Body Brought From France And Buried In Englewood - James T. Cheatham, son of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Cheatham, of Garland, was born Oct. 21st, 1892, near Garland, and died in Brest, France, of pneumonia, Oct. 8th, 1918. Dude, before leaving the U.S. was a soldier in training at Camp McArthur, stationed at Waco, Texas, and would not have left at that time had he not persuaded his captain to let him join the leaving company for France. Dude's every hope was "I want to be a soldier." He had written to his parents telling them that he was going to the top in the army if it was in his power, but death came to him before he had completed his desire in his work, but God said, Dude come up higher. I have need of thee. At the time of his death he had entered a new field of labor, for the salvation of others and his country. Before leaving his home he would sit and sing for hours at at time: "Said a feeble lad to his aged mother: I must cross the deep, deep sea and perhaps in some distant climate there is health and strength for me", but on June 11, 1920, his body arrived at his old home in Garland, where there was a large number of friends gathered to spend these last hours with him. Funeral services were conducted at the Garland church Saturday, June 12. He leaves to mourn his loss his parents and one sister, Mrs. Guynn Gilbert. The remains were laid to rest in Englewood.

CHEATHAM, Jemima Jane HERST
1846-1937
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Jemima J. Cheatham, widow of the late Claude E. Cheatham, passed to the more abundant life at 2:30 Monday, from the home of her daughter, Mrs. Joe Black, near the Sparrow store. Mrs. Cheatham, who was in her ninetieth year, had the hardihood and strength of pioneer ancestors, so her passing was a surrender of the strong and not a submission of the week. Women of her type are the exception and not the rule in the nervous, high-tensioned world of today and generations have lost some of their vital forces in the passing of such noble, Christian womanhood. Jemima Jane Herst was born December 1, 1846, in Columbia, Ky., Adair County, the child of Campbell Herst and Sally Sharp Herst, staunch Southerners, who were slave owners and people of the soil. When Jemima was a child of two years, her family moved to McDonald County, Ill., where they lived until she was ten years old. In 1856 they were lured to the west, and stopped in Missouri as they had relatives here. To the ten year old Jemima, the tedious, slow journey in two wagons, one drawn by three yoke of oxen and the other by a stout span of horses, was a trek, fraught with all the thrills and romance of real adventure. The waving prairie grass that lined their path of fell as they crushed it under foot, the wild and timid deer or howling wolves that were numerous in those early days were impressed on the mind of the child and always remained a part of the fascination of this country of which she never tired. The ferry across the Mississippi at Warsaw, Ill., and across the Missouri at Boonville were experiences that tried the courage and valor of many a pioneer family but endeared the new acres to them. As a child she attended the old pay school that lasted only a few months each winter and the singing school that were such important parts of community life. Later when the war clouds between North and South broke with three brothers in the southern army and themselves the victims of guerrilla warfare, the pictures of that memorable struggle were indelibly stamped on her memory. As a girl of 15, one day when she was alone at home with her mother, who was ill in bed, a Union Captain and 10 of his company came to their farm, demanding their dinner. The mother, unable to get up, suffered grave anxiety while her inexperienced daughter prepared and served the meal. Despite her fear, Jemima was equal to the emergency and so well did the hasty meal satisfy them that on departure they thanked her courteously. Less gratifying were the experiences with the border raids when their meat and supplies, cattle, hogs and crops were carried off by the marauders. Freedom Church was organized in 1867 when Mr. and Mrs. Herst were among its founders, being charger members and their daughter, Jemima, was one of the first to be baptized on a cold March day when one inch of ice had to be broken in the creek near Bethlehem school for the service. Among other organizers was a young man, Claude E. Cheatham, who had come to the neighborhood from Fulton, Mo., and at the singing school the romance with Jemima Jane Herst began, which culminated in their marriage October 4, 1868, on a rare Sunday in Indian summer. Rev. Wm. Birge of the New Freedom Church read the service. Mr. Cheatham was an elder in the church over 50 years and superintendent of the Sunday school many years. Theirs was a splendid Christian home, worthy of exemplification, always an inspiration to better community life. Three children blessed their union, Mrs. Ben Campbell, deceased in 1923; Mrs. Joe Black of Sparrow, with whom her mother made her home three years, and Dr. C. L. Cheatham of Clinton, Claude Edwin and Lila Jane Cheatham are the only grandchildren surviving. In the fall of 1916, Mr. and Mrs. Cheatham moved to Clinton, making their home at 613 East Grand River street adjoining the home of their son and there on June 13, 1930, Mr. Cheatham was called Home. Mrs. Cheatham continued living in Clinton till her health failed about three years ago. Her daughter was all kindness and devotion to her beloved mother, whose splendid qualities of mind and character and fine Christian principles are a priceless heritage to her children. Funeral services were Tuesday at the Consalus and Peck funeral home and the body was laid to rest in Englewood beside her late husband.

CHEATHAM, Julia Ann MILSAPPS
1831-1925
Fields Creek Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Jun 26 1925 - Mrs. Julia Ann Cheatham died at the home of her son, J. T. Cheatham, at Garland Sunday evening at 7 p.m. She had been in failing health for some time but had been making her home in Clinton with her son, Will, until ten weeks ago, when she became so ill, it was necessary that she be taken to the home of the other son at Garland, where she had been tenderly cared for since. She was born in Saline county 94 years ago, May 10th. She came with her husband to Henry county in 1869, and this had been her home since. She was converted many years ago and joined the Baptist church. She was the mother of eight children, three of whom survive as follows: J. T. Cheatham, Garland; Will Cheatham, Clinton; Mrs. Dora Kemper, Henrietta, Okla. There are 12 living grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. The funeral services were conducted at Garland, Tuesday afternoon. Interment in Fields Creek cemetery.

CHEATHAM, Mary ENGLAND
1877-1903
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Sept 1903 - We were sorry to hear of the death of Mrs. Harry Cheatham, which occurred at her home near Piper. She was Miss Mary England before her marriage. Her parents moved to Bethlehem township when Mary was quite young. At the death of her mother, she took upon her young shoulders all the responsibilities of her father's household but never did she falter in doing what was right. She was the idol of her father and brothers and her invalid sisters adored her. Her death was indeed sad, as she leaves three little children, one a babe nine days old, to grow to manhood and womanhood without a mother's guiding hand and love. To her husband, her death was a sad blow, as he not only had to give up his young wife and companion, who was so dear to him, but also must be separated from his little children. She said on her death bed, "We will all meet again."

CHEATHAM, Mollie E.
1859-1887
Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Jan 1887 - Another home that was but a short time since all bright and lovely is now shadowed with darkness and gloom. On the morning of the 22nd, the angels of death took from our midst to dwell in the better land, Mollie, beloved wife of C. E. Cheatham. Was born Feb. 10, 1859, in Johnson County, Mo. Her mother moved to Henry county when Mollie was six years old. She attended school in the county until about 15, then went to Clinton and finished her education under Prof. Cook. While there she first met Mr. Cheatham and was united in marriage with him Dec. 10, 1878, this being her 19th birthday. Their home was blessed with three children, the oldest a girl, and the other two boys, the youngest one being a little babe but eight days old. Mrs. Cheatham united with the Christian church when she was 15 and had the Master's work ever near her heart. In her last hours, she had a clear evidence of God's mercy to her and was ready to be called. Her request was that her children might be brought up in the nuture and admonition of the Lord. Her remains were taken to Bethlehem church for services and to be laid to rest.

CHEATHAM, Thelma Louise TEMPLE
1930-2004
Riverside Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 26 2004 - Thelma Louise Cheatham, 73, died Saturday, May 15, 2004, at Lincoln Community Nursing in Lincoln. She was born August 8, 1930, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, the daughter of Huston and Elizabeth Milton Temple. She grew up in Stillwater, Oklahoma, and after graduating high school she attended nursing school at Sparks Memorial Hospital in fort smith, Arkansas, and became a registered nurse. On January 2, 1954, she was united in marriage to Bill Cheatham in Stillwater, Oklahoma. After their marriage, they made their home in Stillwater for a few years. Her husband, Bill, worked for the Corps of Engineers for many years, so they traveled and lived in many parts of the United States, moving to Warsaw in 1979. Thelma enjoyed many things, but loved bird watching, working in the garden and reading books. She also was a homemaker and loved to be with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters and three brothers. Thelma is survived by her husband, Bill, of the home; two daughters, Jyl Goin and her husband Jack, Warsaw, and Beth Cheatham and her fiancee Bart Brown, Clinton; two sons, Perry Cheatham, St. Louis, and James Cheatham, Derry, New Hampshire; two grandchildren, James Trujillo and Amanda Trujillo, both of Sedalia. Also surviving is one sister, Edith Davis, Stillwater, Oklahoma, and one brother, George Temple, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; nieces and nephews and other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 19, at Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial was in Riverside Cemetery in Warsaw.

CHEATHAM, Uel Boone
1911-1965
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Ottawa Herald, Ottawa KS, Tuesday Feb 23 1965 - Uel B. Cheatham, 53, Rantoul RFD 1, died at 7:45 a.m. today in Ransom Memorial Hospital. He had been in failing health several years. A retired truck driver, he had lived near Rantoul eight months, moving from Olathe. He was born Sept. 21, 1911, and was a member of Union Chapel Methodist Church. Surviving are his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Claude Riggs, Lenexa; and Mrs. Doc Allenbrand, Olathe; one son Ronnie, of the home; three grandchildren, his mother, Mrs. Ethel Gallup, Ottawa, and two brothers. Funeral arrangements are pending at the Lamb Funeral Home.

CHEDESTER, James L.
1924-1962
Clinton MO - James L. Chedester, 37, Bridgeton, MO, son-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Tubbesing of the Quarles community, died Sunday, May 27, 1962, in a St. Louis hospital. He had been in declining health the past few years but had remained with his work until last March 1. Born in Kansas City he had lived there 21 years before moving to Pattonville, MO, where he had taught and had been principal until becoming ill. He had received his education at Central High School, Kansas City, and was a graduate of Central Missouri State College at Warrensburg. He was a veteran of World War II and had been a frequent visitor in Henry County. Besides his wife, the former Frances Darlene Tubbesing, he leaves three sons, Mark, seven years old and twin boys, Stephen and Michael, who were a month old on May 26; a sister, Mrs. Nan Krueger, Leawood, KS; a brother, Jerry V. Chedster, Modesto, CA; a number of other relatives and many friends. Mr. and Mrs. Herman Tubbesing left to attend the funeral services held May 30, at Pattonville with burial there.

CHEEK, Bettie
n/a-1885
Clinton MO, Dec 26 1885 - After a protracted illness, Mrs. Bettie Cheek died on Tuesday morning, Dec. 29, 1885 and in the afternoon the remains were laid in an elegant casket to be conveyed to Lexington, Ky. for the interment.

CHEESMAN, William
1820-1904
Swindle Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Jan 16 1904 - William Cheeseman born February 5, 1820 Ohio - Good Man Passes Away - From Laban Walker, who is on the jury, we learn of the death of William Cheeseman, at his home in Huntingdale, after a short illness, Wednesday night, aged 84.  Leaves a wife and five children - Dan, who lives in Kansas City; John, in the Territory, near Sapulpa; William, in Oklahoma; Mrs. Anna Tarter of the Territory and Mrs Fannie E. Daniels, near Hartwell.  Rev. Harris, of the M. E. Church conducted the funeral Friday morning, the 15th and his remains were laid to rest in the Swindle Cemetery, near Huntingdale.

CHENIER, Daniel L.
1937-2004
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 6 2004 - Daniel L. Chenier, 66, Warsaw, died Monday, October 4, 2004, at his home near Warsaw. He was born October 18, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Everest and Jeanette Kalish Chenier. He was raised in Chicago and graduated from St. Patrick's High School in 1955. He then entered the Air Force and was stationed overseas for three years. On May 28, 1960, he married Carol King, in Chicago. He was a 21-year member and founder of the elks Lodge in Excelsior Springs and Elks Lodge #2738 in Warsaw. He was a member of the American legion Post #217 in Warsaw and a member of the St. Ann's Catholic Church, Warsaw. He is survived by his wife Carol, of the home; two sons, Christopher and his wife Karen, and Michael and his wife Vicki, all of Rayville; one daughter, Antoinette Bullock and her husband Barry, Clinton; five grandchildren, Jeremy, Jami, Zachery McCannon and Joshua and Caleb Bullock; two great-grandchildren, Wyli and Gavin; one brother Phillip Chenier and his wife Pat, Eau Claire, Wisconsin; one sister Yvonne Chenier, Wheeling, Illinois, and close family friends Don and Lois Strader of Sun City, Arizona. Cremation. Memorial services will be held Saturday, October 9, at Reser Funeral Home in Warsaw.

CHENOWETH, Thalia Lavinia BUTLER
1910-1996
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Thalia Lavinia Chenoweth, daughter of Thomas B. B. and Millie Florence Dudley Butler, was born November 16, 1910, in Harrisburg, Poinsett County, Arkansas, and died Saturday, December 7, 1996, at Heritage Park Skilled Care in Rolla. Lavinia was married to Paul Arlie Chenoweth on August 31, 1927. Paul preceded her in death on November 28, 1981. She was a member of the first United Methodist Church, Rolla, the Clinton Chapter #73, Order of Eastern Star where she was a 50-year member and the Sedalia Order of Bosceant. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Sandra J. and Henry W. Haas of Southwick. Massachusetts; grandchildren, David P. Bates and wife, Vickie of Rolla, Stanley E. Bates and wife, Ellie of Indian Orchard, Massachusetts, Laura D. Field and husband, David of Penacook, New Hampshire, Leo A. Bates, Jr. and wife, Isa of Greenville, South Carolina, Timmothy G. Hass of Westfield, Massachusetts, and Melodie A. Haas of Southwick, Massachusetts, as well as three step-grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Wednesday, December 11. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CHESTER, Winnie E. CANNON
1920-2003
Mountain View Cemetery, Marietta, Cobb Co, GA
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 28 2003 - Winnie E. Chester, 82, Sedalia (formerly of Green Ridge and Marietta, Georgia), died Saturday, January 25, 2003, at the Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. She was born November 26, 1920, in Cherokee County, near Canton, Georgia, the daughter of Gordon Fenn Cannon and Nellie Jane (Buffington) Cannon. On August 19, 1961, in Georgia, she married Reginald Grady Chester, who survives of the home. Mrs. Chester was a bank teller at the South Trust Bank in Marietta, Georgia (formerly the First American Bank) for 37 years before her retirement. She was a member of the Maple Avenue Methodist Church in Marietta, Georgia. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Terry McLemore and his wife Anita, Green Ridge; two grandchildren, Brian McLemore and Carolyn McLemore; a great-granddaughter, Katelyn McLemore. She was preceded in death by a brother, Gerald Cannon. Graveside services will be Friday, January 31, at Mountain View Cemetery in Marietta, Georgia.

CHICK, Marilyn HINES JOHNSON
1934-2014
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Marilyn Chick, 80, of Windsor, Missouri, died early Friday morning, December 19, 2014, at the Kansas City Hospice House, Kansas City, Missouri, after a long struggle with cancer. February 4, 1934, was an important date as Marilyn Hines was born, in Windsor, Mo., the daughter of Vincent Kelly Hines and Kathryn (Abington) Hines. Marilyn and her brother were raised in Windsor. Marilyn worked at Wolfermans, in Kansas City, Mo., for 20 years before returning to Windsor to care for her mother. This is when she met William L. "Bill" Chick and two lives came together. Bill and Marilyn enjoyed playing golf, dancing, dinners and had plans to travel when God had another plan: Bill died July 17, 1987. Marilyn later enjoyed traveling, especially to England and all 50 of the United States. She also enjoyed going to dinner playhouses and many shows at Branson with her friends. If Marilyn was not at home, you could find her on Main Street at the Methodist Church, Senior Center or delivering meals to others. She was a member of the Windsor United Methodist Church serving the church in many capacities; and a 39 year member of the Henry County Chapter, D.A.R. Marilyn leaves a son, Lynn Chick, Lee's Summit, Mo.; a daughter, Willa White and her husband John, Hillsdale, New Jersey; a daughter-in-law, Linda Chick, Kansas City, Mo.; a brother, Vincent K. Hines, Kansas City, Mo.; 2 grandsons, Mike Chick and his wife Michelle, and Justin White; 3 great-grandchildren, Carson Chick, Chase Chick, and Isabella Chick; a niece, Kelly Hines and two nephews, Phillip and Kevin Hines, all of Kansas City, Mo.; and the family of Bill Merryfield, with whom Marilyn spent many holidays and other special times. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 27, 2014, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Calhoun Cemetery, Calhoun, Mo.

CHICK, William L. "Bill"
1914-1987
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
William L. Bill Chick of 310 Holmes Dr, Windsor, MO, died July 17, 1987 at Trinity Lutheran Hospital in Kansas City. He was 73. He was born July 19, 1914, at Kansas City, son of Isaac and Fay Dean Chick. He worked for Civil Service and was a housing officer at Whiteman Air Force Base. He retired in 1975. He is survived by his wife, of the home; one son, Lynn Chick of Independence; a daughter, Willa White of Closter, NJ; two grandsons, a brother, Virgil Vestal of Moberly, nieces and nephews. He was an Army veteran of World War II. On April 28, 1939, he married Linnie Edna Combs. She died April 16, 1976. On January 10, 1986, he married Marilyn Johnson, who survives at the home in Windsor. The service was July 20 at the United Methodist Church of Windsor and burial was in the Calhoun Cemetery.

CHILDERS, Archie Lee
1921-2004
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 27 2004 - Archie L. Childers was born June 1, 1921, in Henry County, son of Tom and Mary Dunn Childers. He died March 21, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital. He was a member of the First Baptist Church and a veteran of World War II, serving with the Army Combat Engineers in the European Theatre. He was a warrant officer in charge of the heavy equipment division. He received the Silver Star, Bronze Star, Oakleaf Cluster and the Purple Heart. He had operated heavy equipment since the age of 17. He began Childers Construction Company in Clinton in 1960. On April 11, 1989, he married the former Mary McQuitty in Warrensburg. She survives of the home. Additional survivors are three nephews, Kenneth Hunter, Shawnee Mound; Glenn Hunter, Independence, and Carroll Hunter, Kansas City. Preceding him in death were his parents; one brother Raymond Childers; one sister Pearl Hunter, and two nieces, Norma Lee Childers and Mary Ann Lindauer. Funeral services were held March 25 at the First Baptist Church. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

CHILDERS, Audie Otto
1902-1983
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Audie O. Childers, 81, of the Quarles community, died on November 3 at his home. He was born on April 26, 1902, near Clinton, the son of William P. and Bessie Deen Childers. Both preceded him in death. He was a farmer and life-long resident of Henry County. In 1918 he became a member of the Quarles Baptist Church. On December 23, 1924, he married Augusta M. Tubbesing, who preceded him in death in September 1952. To this union the following children were born and survive: Geraldine Hotsenpiller, Calvin and Melvin of Clinton; Verna Quattlebaum and Eldon of Windsor; Lois Buchanan of Springfield, Dennis of Overland Park, KS, and Carroll of McAllen, TX. He married Catherine Hunter in September of 1958, who survives of the home. Also, one stepdaughter, Elma Kendrick of Oklahoma City survives as well as grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A sister, Vera Callen, Clinton, survives. Palbearers were Don and Jim Millam, Bill and Daryl Pennock, Billie Williams and Junior Wilson. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery on November 5.

CHILDERS, Augusta May TUBBESING
1901-1952
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Funeral services were held September 6, 1952, at the Consalus Funeral Home in Clinton for Mrs. Audie Childers who died at 3:42 a.m. Sept 4, at her home seven miles north of Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery. Augusta May Tubbesing, native Henry Countian, was born May 2, 1901, to Henry and Isabelle Stutte Tubbesing at their home one mile wast of Quarles. There she grew to young womanhood and on Dec 23, 1924, she was married to a young man of that community, Audie Otto Childers. Eight children blessed this union, all of whom are living as follows: Calvin, 7, Dennis, 11, Lois and Duane high school age, and Verna, who completed high school in 1951, all of the home; Carroll, of the US Air Force, Farmington, IL; Melvin, also of the US Air Force, stationed 1 1/2 years in Washington, DC, but lately transferred to the Sedalia Air Base to be near his mother; and Mrs. Lloyd Hotsenpiller of Springfield. At the age of 15, Augusta became a member of the Quarles Baptist Church and was baptized by Dr W. E. Davis. There her membership remained as virtually all her life was spent in the community of her birth. Mrs. Childers was well known and loved by family and friends for her kind, helpful spirit, and she was admired, too, for the cheerfulness and courage with which she fought her losing battle for health through the past months. Her home was her world and her family was her chief interest, having her greatest satisfaction in their happiness and welfare. Flowers and gardening were hobbies. She was clever, too, as a seamstress, often fashioning from a scrap a neat, new garment for a toddler. Thrifty and industrious, she taught many lessons by examples, all the while pointing the way to the worthwhile things of life. In addition to her husband and children, she is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Anna Manning of Jefferson City; Mrs. Ida Backman of St. James, MO; and Miss Ruby Tubbesing of Kansas City; and two brothers, Garrett of Blairstown and Henry of Clinton. Her parents and one brother, Charles, preceded her in death.

CHILDERS, Bessie DEEN
1883-1977
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Bessie Deen Childers Dies - Funeral services for Bessie Childers were held Friday, February 18, at Consalus Funeral Home. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery. Bessie Deen was born east of Clinton March 28, 1883, daughter of William and Elizabeth Ann Woodruff Deen. She died February 15 at Golden Valley Hospital, following an extended illness. She married William Childers December 30, 1900. Three children were born to this marriage. Surviving are Mrs. Vera Callen and Audie O. Childers, both of Clinton. One son, Omer Deen Childers, died when he was four years old. Mr. Childers died May 10, 1960. The family home was about five miles north of Clinton near the Quarles Baptist Church. Mrs. Childers was one of the oldest members of that congregation.

CHILDERS, Carroll Lon
1927-2015
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 12 2015 - Carroll Lon Childers, 83, Peoria, Illinois, died Wednesday, February 11, 2015. Carroll wishes were to be cremated with no services. Carroll was born in Henry County to Audie Otto and Augusta May Childers, one of eight children. Carroll retired after 28 years of combined Air Force and government service in 1979. He took great pride in his 35 years of retirement that allowed him to pursue his loves of traveling, dancing, scooter riding and going out to eat with family and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Imogene in 1976. His parents, three brothers, Melvin, Eldon and Dennis, and one sister, Geraldine Hotsenpiller. Surviving him are one son, Randy Childers of Hanna City, Illinois; one granddaughter, Katie, and two great-grandchildren; brother, Calvin, and sisters, Verna Quattlebaum of Clinton and Lois Buchanan of Springfield.

CHILDERS, Dennis Odell
1940-2012
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Dennis Odell Childers, 71, of Estero, Florida, and of Clinton, Missouri, died Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at Joanne's House, Hope Hospice in Bonita Springs, Florida. He was born November 16, 1940, in Clinton, Mo., the son of Audie Otto Childers and Augusta Mae Tubbesing Childers. In 1960 he married Sandra McMillian, and she survives of the home. Dennis was employed with the Operating Engineers Local 101 as a heavy equipment operator. He grew up in the Quarles, Mo., area, graduating from Clinton High School in 1959. Dennis and Sandra lived in Overland Park, Kansas, for thirty years, moving back to Clinton, Mo., in 1989. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. For the last several years, he and Sandra have lived the winter months in Florida, enjoying fishing and boating in the Gulf. In addition to his wife Sandra, he is survived by two daughters, Susan Mrkvicka and her husband Rodney of Leawood, Ks., and Lisa Childers of Clinton, Mo.; six grandchildren, Katie and Emily Mrkvicka of Leawood, Ks., Todd and Tina DesCombes of Clinton, Mo., Justin Summers of Clinton, Mo., and Shae Childers of Windsor, Mo.; four brothers, Eldon D. Childers of Windsor, Mo., Calvin Childers and Melvin Childers, both of Clinton, Mo., and Carroll Childers of the state of Illinois; two sisters, Verna Quattlebaum of Windsor, Mo., and Lois Buchanan of Springfield, Mo.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his son Jeffrey Odell Childers on April 7, 2002, and a sister Geraldine Hotsenpillar. Graveside services and burial will be Saturday, March 31, 2012 at the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, Mo.

CHILDERS, Eldon Duane
1935-2013
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 30 2013 - Eldon Duane Childers, 78, Windsor, died Sunday, December 1, 2013, at his home after a lengthy respiratory illness. Among survivors are a son Leslie Childers of Clinton and grandson, Matthew Childers of Humansville; two brothers, Carrol Childers of Peoria, Illinois, and Calvin Childers of Clinton; two sisters, Verna Quattlebaum of Clinton and Lois Buchanan of Springfield, as well as 12 nieces and nephews. Duane was born in the Quarles community on October 11, 1935, the fifth child of Audie Childers and Augusta Tubbesing Childers, both having preceded him in death. His wife, Lois Betty Smith Childers, preceded him in death on July 3, 2000. They were married on October 15, 1965. She worked at Clearfield Foods until her retirement in 1998. Others who have preceded him in death are brothers Melvin Childers and Dennis Childers; a sister, Geraldine Hotsenpiller; four, in-laws, Imogene Childers (Carroll), Lloyd Hotsenpiller (Geraldine), Ray Buchanan (Lois) and Ailous Quattlebaum (Verna); his grandparents and all aunts and uncles. Being born during the Great Depression of the early 1930s, working for the material things in life was essential and was instilled in the young people. Duane, all through the years since age six, lived by those principals under physical handicap of one leg being shorter, but proved he could be a success. Most of the years he worked a full-time job and farmed, row-cropping and raising hogs on the farms he and his wife owned. He worked in Kansas and Oklahoma at missile sites being built before working for the U.S. Government in Kansas City and at Whiteman Air Force Base, where he retired in October 1990 with 33 years of federal civil service time. Duane was educated in rural one-room schools and graduated from Norris High School, the Class of 1953, which was the last year of high school at Norris. He successfully completed military training classes in the various career fields in which he was assigned. Both grandparent families were interested in music which made times cheerful and happy and was carried on to grandchildren. Music was a big social part in Duane's life which is where he met his wife, Lois. They were well matched, both liked gardening, flowers, traveling and camping. Together, they worked hard to provide for their family. Duane was of quiet nature and was a wonderful brother. He will be sadly missed. He will always be remembered by his family and friends for all of his caring acts of kindness and expressions of love. His grandson, Matthew, who always came to visit on weekends and at every available opportunity, found a special place in his grandpa's heart. Matthew, an exceptional grandchild, returned his heartfelt love and personal sacrifice by caring for Grandpa in the home since December 2012. Duane became a member of the Quarles Baptist Church as a young boy. Funeral services were held Friday, December 6 at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment followed in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CHILDERS, Helen Margaret HAY
1922-1996
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Helen Margaret Hay Childers, 74, Clinton, died November 5, 1996, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. Helen was born in Springfield June 2, 1922, to Elijah Monroe Hay and Lena Eden Bills Hay. Caring for a special child, Susan Crooks, was the highlight of Helen's life. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. She will be sadly missed by all her relatives, friends and neighbors, who fondly knew her as Auntie Helen. Survivors include two sisters, Josephine Hanna and Mildred Delozier, both of Clinton; a half-sister, Carolyn Hubbs of Coal; a half-brother, E. M. Hay, Jr, Blue Springs; three step-sisters, Mary DeTurpin of Grandview, Jean McMillian and Rose Ann Phillips, both of Clinton; one step-brother, Harry Don Hite of Belton and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her step-mother, Sarah May Hite Hay; four brothers, Richard, Olaf, Hershel and Leonard; two sisters, Velma and Thelma, and a nephew, Gene Delozier, Jr. Funeral services were held Thursday, November 7, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

CHILDERS, Ida M.
1917-1998
Woodlawn Cemetery, Independence, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ida M. Childers, 81, Collins, died Wednesday, August 19, 1998, at Sac Osage Hospital, Osceola. She was a retired office worker. Funeral services will be Friday at Collins Christian Church. Burial will be Saturday at Woodlawn Cemetery, Independence.

CHILDERS, Jeffrey Odell
1965-2002
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 9 2002 - Jeffrey Odell Childers, 37, Windsor, died Sunday, April 7, 2002, at his home. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, April 10, at Englewood Cemetery. He was born March 10, 1965, in Kansas City, Kansas, son of Dennis and Sandra McMilliam Childers. He moved to the Clinton area 10 years ago from Overland Park, Kansas. He was a member of Local 101 Operating Engineers. He is survived by his parents, Dennis and Sandra, Clinton; one son, Shae Childers, and his companion, Staci Keele, both of the home; two sisters, Susan Mrkvicka and husband Rodney, Leawood, Kansas, and Lisa DesCombes and husband Daniel, Clinton; one nephew, Todd DesCombes; two nieces, Christian DisCombes and Katie Mrkvicka; plus numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

CHILDERS, Lois Betty SMITH
1940-2000
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 5 2000 - Lois Betty Childers, daughter of George and Lola L. Malone Smith, was born July 16, 1940, in Crawford County, Iowa, and died Monday, July 3, 2000, at her home. She was married to Eldon Duane Childers on October 15, 1965, in Clinton. She worked for Schreiber Foods all her life before she retired two years ago. She is survived by her husband, Eldon, of the home; one son, Leslie Childers of Clinton; grandson, Matthew Childers of Humansville; daughter-in-law, Jennifer Childers and son, Donald, also of Humansville. She was buried on Monday at Englewood Cemetery.

CHILDERS, Marian Ruth POWERS
1931-2016
Marian "Ruth" Powers Childers, age 85 of Clinton, Missouri passed away October 28, 2016 at Country Club Care Center, Warrensburg, Missouri. Her wishes were to be cremated with no services at this time. Ruth was born in Henry County, Missouri, the daughter of Alva Marion Powers and Leona May (Hopkins) Powers. Ruth graduated from Norris High School in 1949, went to college and then taught school in the early 1950's before getting married in 1953. She traveled some while Melvin was in the Air Force, after his retirement they returned to Henry County where they bought a farm. On this farm they began their sweet corn business of which she enjoyed, especially meeting and visiting with the customers, many of which became lifelong friends. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Melvin, her parents, her brother Gene Powers, and a sister, Anna May Crooks. She is survived by her three children, Lola Lewis of Clinton, Boyd Childers and his wife Marla of Lee's Summit, Missouri, and Gary Childers and his wife, Elaine of Clinton. Two sisters, Betty Bigler and Doris Fields of Clinton, two grandchildren, Nicholas Childers and wife Julie of Olathe, Kansas, and Sadie Lewis of St. Louis, Missouri and two great-grandsons, Benjamin and Mason Childers.

CHILDERS, Martha Ann WEBSTER
1844-1895
Page Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Apr 6 1895 - Martha Ann Childers, wife of W. H. Childers, died March 31. She was born in North Carolina and married in 1859. A member of the Baptist Church and lived a devoted Christian life. Leaves a husband, one child, many relatives and friends. Burial at the Paul Cemetery.

CHILDERS, Mary Elizabeth DUNN
1878-1962
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Last rites for Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Childers, 83, who died April 29, 1962, at Karr Nursing Home, were conducted May 1, at Consalus Funeral Home. Pallbearers were grandsons, Kenneth, Wilbur and Carroll Hunter and nephews, James Jageman, Fred Williamson and Bobby Burke. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery. Mary Elizabeth Dunn was born Dec 2, 1878, near Garland, the youngest of four children of James A. and Jemima Harrington Dunn. Her brothers, Will and Jim Dunn, and sister, Mrs. Maude Blevins, preceded her in death. She was reared and educated in the Garland community and on Feb 8, 1900, married George Thomas Childers. They settled on a farm in the neighborhood where they were valued neighbors and highly respected citizens throughout their more than 50 years residence there and where they celebrated their Golden Wedding in 1950. Mr. Childers died the next year on April 5. After her husband's death Mrs. Childers resided with her son, Raymond, in Clinton until he moved to Deepwater about three years ago. She continued to make Clinton her home. Mrs. Childers, in ill health the past few years, leaves three children with whom their family was blessed, namely, Raymond E., Deepwater, Mrs. W. P. (Pearl) Hunter, north of Clinton, Archie Lee, 112 W. Benton, Clinton; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; four half sisters, Mrs. Harvey (Stella) Coe, Mrs. Claude (Mabel) Barth, Urich, Mrs. Ernest (Temple) Eversole, near Clinton, Mrs. Ida Jageman, Garland; two half brothers, Grady Dunn, Clinton, John Dunn, San Luis Obispo, CA; and many other relatives. Also preceding her in death was a granddaughter, Mary Ann Hunter Lindauer, in March of 1950, a half brother, Ola Dunn and a half sister, Mrs. Tina Swart.

CHILDERS, Mary Ruth McQUITTY RAKER SHANKS
1920-2006
Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 16 2006 - Mary Ruth Childers, 85, Warrensburg, died Wednesday, June 14, 2006, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born December 24, 1920, in rural Henry County, the daughter of G. N. McQuitty and Henrietta Hannah McQuitty. Mrs. Childers was married to George Richard Raker in 1942 in San Diego, California. He was killed in World War II in 1945. She married Dr. James Shanks on September 12, 1947, in Chilhowee, and he preceded her in death on October 17, 1986. On April 1, 1989, she married Archie Lee Childers in Warrensburg and he preceded her in death on March 21, 2004. Mrs. Childers was a lifelong resident of Johnson and Henry counties. She was musically gifted from an early age. She taught herself to play the piano and could play back any song after hearing it only once or twice. She enjoyed her music her entire life playing both the piano and organ. She frequently shared her music by playing for various groups and organizations, including the Clinton Senior Center. Survivors include two sons, R. Wayne Raker, Valrico, Florida, and Edgar C. Shanks, Bend, Oregon; five grandchildren, Jody Felice and Janna Grimm, both of Lithia, Florida, Christie Raker of Valrico, Florida, Julie Haan of Kingwood, Texas, and Jason Shanks of Atlanta, Georgia; five great-grandchildren, Nicholas and Grayson Felice, Jordan Grimm, Max and Samantha Hann; three sisters, Mildred Van Pelt of Lee's Summit, Anna Mae Coe of Chilhowee and Mrs. Cecil (Martha) Gray of Clinton She was also preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Morris, Everett and G. W. McQuitty, and two sisters, Ora Richardson and Evelyn Mouse. Funeral services will be Sunday, June 18, at Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home in Warrensburg. Burial will be in Sunset Hill Cemetery in Warrensburg.

CHILDERS, Melvin Beryl
1929-2012
Melvin B. Childers, age 83 of Clinton, Missouri passed away Saturday, October 20, 2012 at Kansas University Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas. Melvin wishes were to be cremated with no services at this time. Melvin was born in Henry County, Missouri, the son of Audie Otto and Augusta May Childers. Melvin grew up during the depression and hunted and fished, both as a hobby and to put food on the table. Melvin retired from the Air Force, the U. S. Postal Service and from farming, during which he lived in five different countries and visited many more. He had lived in or visited all but a handful of States. During his life, Melvin served during two wars and received the Bronze Star of Valor. Melvin lived on the family farm that was given to his family during the James Buchanan Presidency on May 1, 1857. He particularly enjoyed his sweet corn business and the friends and acquaintances he made and renewed each season. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Geraldine Hotsenpiller and one brother, Dennis Childers. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Marian Ruth (Powers) Childers; his daughter, Lola Lewis of Clinton; two sons, Boyd Childers and wife, Marla of Lee's Summit, Missouri and Gary Childers and wife, Elaine of Clinton; two sisters, Verna Quattlebaum of Clinton and Lois Buchanan of Springfield, Missouri; three brothers, Carroll Lon Childers of Peoria, Illinois, Eldon Duane Childers of Windsor, Missouri and Calvin Childers of Clinton as well as two grandchildren, Sadie Lewis of St. Louis, Missouri and Nick Childers and wife, Julie of Clinton and one great grandson, Benjamin Childers.

CHILDERS, Omer
1904-1909
Bozarth Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Omer Childers, the four-year-old son of W. P. and Bessie Childers, died January 13, 1909, at the home of his parents near Quarles after a short illness of three days. The funeral was conducted at the Baptist Church at Quarles by Rev. Ramey. Interment in the Bozarth Cemetery. The bereaved family extend their appreciation of the sympathy extended by their many friends. He was born November 10, 1904.

CHILDERS, Raymond E.
1906-1985
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Raymond E. Childers, 78, Clinton, died Wednesday, 3 April 1985, at Westwood Nursing Home, Clinton. Survivors include a daughter, Norma Lee Duenas, Bossier, LA; a brother, Archie Childers, Clinton; a sister, Mrs. W. P. Hunter, Clinton. Funeral Services will be Friday, April 5, 1985, at Consalus Chapel, with burial in Englewood. Raymond Edward Childers, son of George Thomas and Mary Dunn Childers, was born September 19, 1906, in Henry County near Garland and passed away at the Westwood Home on April 3, 1985, at the age of 78 years. He attended Clinton High School graduating in 1924. His life's work was as a heavy equipment operator, working on highway construction throughout the state of Missouri. In later years he did construction work in partnership with his brother, Archie Childers. He was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers. His home was in Clinton, and for the last four years, he has been a resident at Westwood Home. Mr. Childers is survived by a daughter, and son-in-law, Norma Lee and Henry C. Duenas of Bossier, LA, and four grandchildren. Mary, Marsha, Margarita and Myron all of Bossier, LA; a sister, Mrs. Pearl Hunter, and a brother, Archie Lee Childers, both of Clinton and three nephews, Kenneth Hunter of Clinton, Glenn Wilbur Hunter of Independence, and Carroll of Kansas City. Mr. Childers was preceded in death by his parents, and a niece, Mary Ann Lindauer. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CHILDERS, William Huff
1842-1925
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
William Huff Childers died at his home on North Third St, Clinton, February 19, with a complication of diseases after a long illness. He was born in Henry County on the old Casey Ranch, December 30, 1842. He was twice married, the first time to Miss Martha Webster, who departed this life many years ago. He was married the second time to Miss Bettie Crissman, who survives him, also one son by the first marriage, W. P. Childers, at Quarles. He also leaves four grandchildren. Four of his children have already departed this life. He served in the Confederate Army in the Civil War and Henry County was his home with the exception of the time he was at war. He made a profession of faith in early life and united with the Good Hope Baptist Church, being baptized by Rev Weir. He was a member of the Quarles Church at the time of his death. We have known and loved Brother Childers for 35 years. He was our good friend, and to know him was to admire him. Our temporary loss is his eternal gain. The writer, J. M. Ramsey, conducted the funeral at the Presbyterian Church, Friday evening at 2:30 p.m. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CHILDERS, William Pleas
1882-1960
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Funeral services for W. P. Childers, 77, well known farmer, six miles north of Clinton on Highway 13, who died May 10, 1960, at his home, were conducted May 12, at Consalus Funeral Home. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery. William Pleas Childers was born June 14, 1882, on what is now the Prater farm, three miles north of Clinton. He was the youngest of four children of William Huff and Martha Ann Webster Childers, all of whom, including two sisters and a brother, preceded him in death. When a small child he moved with his family to the Maurine community where he was reared and educated. On Dec 30, 1900, he married Bessie Deen and they settled north of Clinton which has since remained the homeplace. Three children blessed this union, namely, a daughter, Mrs. Vera Callen and two sons, Audie, also of Clinton and Omer Deen, who preced his father in death. The Childers successfully operated the Prairie View dairy farm, as their place was known, and endeared themselves in the hearts of many neighbors and friends. Warm hospitality reigned in the home which much of the time rang with music as Mr. Childers loved it so and could play several instruments. His favorites were the drums. Neighborhood gatherings were never complete unless Mr. and Mrs. Childers were among them. In 1903 Mr. Childers professed his faith in Christ and on Oct 3 united with the Quarles Baptist Church. He was an active, loyal member and in 1917 was ordained a deacon. Mr. Childers had been in declining health since suffering a heart attack on Jan 4, 1959. He leaves his wife, a devoted companion throughout their 60 years of wedded life; the son and daughter before mentioned; ten grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a nephew, Francis Burton of near Norris, and other relatives and a host of friends. A grandchild, Arbutus Callen, preceded him in death. Funeral services were held Thursday, May 12, at Consalus Funeral Home. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

CHILDRESS, Albina FERRO PENCE
1911-2005
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 12 2005 - Albina Childress, 94, Clinton, died Saturday,December 10, 2005, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Graveside services will be Wednesday, December 14, at Deepwater Cemetery. She was born in Adamson, Oklahoma, on May 25, 1911, daughter of Antonio and Nettie Sullivan Ferro. Preceding her in death were her parents; husband, Richard Pence and Clarence Childress; two brothers, Bert and Leno Ferro, and a sister, Virginia Downing. Survivors include one brother, Lawrence Ferro; three sisters, Lucille Schmidli, Hazel Welsh, Juanita Ferro plus several nieces and nephews.

CHILDRESS, Carol Anne YOUNG
1943-2004
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 27 2004 - Carol Anne Childress, 60, Warsaw, died Sunday, July 25, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital. She was born November 1, 1943, in DeKalb County, the daughter of James Franklin and Alice Bernice (Wright) Young. She was married to Elmer "Bill" Childress who died March 6, 2004. Survivors include her mother and stepfather, Alice Young Schlup and Roy Schlup of Osborne; her stepmother Edith Musick of Kirksville; three sons, Levi Louis Childress of Warsaw, Eric William Childress Jr. and his wife Jennifer, Bolivar, and Jeff Pennington of Grandview; one daughter, Tammy Pennington of Garden City, Kansas; two stepdaughters, Barbara Witt and her husband Harold, Mascot, Tennessee, and Pam Johnson and her husband Ronald, Strawplains, Tennessee; two brothers, David Young, Kirksville and J. D. Young, Minnesota; two sisters, Martha Marie Boonyapricha of Florida and Nancy Peterson of Kirksville; 16 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Her father and husband preceded her in death. She was a nurse's aid for over 30 years, having worked for Golden Valley Hospital for 15 years. There will be no services.

CHILDRESS, Elmer "Bill"
1928-2004
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 9 2004 - Elmer "Bill" Childress, 76, Warsaw, died Saturday, March 6, 2004, at his home. In honor of Mr. Childress' wishes, no service will be held. Cremation. He was born February 10, 1928, in Knoxville, Tennessee, son of Carlos Garrison and Dorothy J. Ramsey Childress. He married the former Carol Anne Young and was a farmer. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. Preceding him in death were his parents; one brother Levy Louis Childress, and one son Elmer William Childress Jr. Survivors include his wife Carol Anne, of the home; two sons, Eric William Childress and wife Jennifer, Bolivar; two daughters, Barbara Witt and husband Harold, Mascot, Tennessee, and Pam Johnson and husband Ronald, Strawplains, Tennessee; two stepsons, Mike Moore, Strawplains, Tennessee, and Jeff Pennington, Grandview; one stepdaughter Tammy Pennington, Garden City, Kansas; 16 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

CHILDS, Lawrence "Larry"
1909-2007
Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 26 2007 - Lawrence "Larry" Childs of Wichita, Kansas, passed away, surrounded by his loving family, Tuesday, October 2, 2007, at the Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice in Wichita, Kansas. Larry was born October 11, 1909, in Independence, Mo., and lived in the Kansas City area until 1955. He then moved to Wichita, Kan., living there until moving to Dallas, Texas in 1965. After 43 years with the Regional Accounting Postal Service, he retired to Hot Springs Village, Ark., until moving back to Wichita in 1999. He served in the U.S. Navy During WW II and graduated from Southern Methodist University. Larry was a member of Hillside Christian Church in Wichita, the Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite Bodies and the Scimitar Shrine Temple in Little Rock, Ark. He was preceded in death by his first wife Catherine and his second wife Roberta. Survivors include two sons and their wives, Richard and Kay Childs of Independence, Mo., Karl and Carol Childs of Wichita, Kan.; grandchildren include: Carolyn (Bob) DeLong, Belinda Williams, Cindy (Mark) Naylor, Kathy (Steve) Beaven, Rick (Linda) Childs, Jennifer (Scott) Wise and Stephanie Childs Williams; two step grandchildren: Shirley Moriarty and Rob (Holly) Tanner; also 22 great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren. Memorial services were held Friday, October 5, at Hillside Christian Church in Wichita, Kansas. Graveside service was October 6 at Mount Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City.

CHILES, Clifford W.
1917-2001
Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 10 2001 - Clifford W. Chiles, 83, Osceola, died Sunday, July 8, 2001, at Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City. He was a state highway construction inspector. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 11, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Burial will be in Lowry City Cemetery.

CHILES, David E.
1955-2006
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 29 2006 - David E. Chiles, 50, Lowry City, died Saturday, March 25, 2006, at Kansas University Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas. Memorial services will be Saturday, April 1, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Cremation.

CHILES, Gaylen Gerald
1956-2007
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 17 2007 - Gaylen Gerald Chiles, son of Richard William and Joan Elaine (Gerke) Chiles, was born May 9, 1956, at Clinton. He departed this life on Saturday evening, April 7, 2007, at Integris Baptist Medical Center in Oklahoma City. He was 50 years of age. Gaylen was raised in Lowry City where he received his formal education and graduated from Lowry City High School with the class of 1974. He was united in marriage to Gaylen Sue "Gayle" Bigler, October 8, 1976, at Clinton. They made their first home in Lowry City where he worked at West Central Missouri Rural Developement. In January 1981, they moved to Taloga, Oklahoma, where Gaylen worked in the oil fields. In July 1983, they moved to Seiling, Oklahoma, where they continued to make their home and raise their two children, Nicholas Gaylen and Brooke Elizabeth. Gaylen had always been mechanically inclined and enjoyed working on all types of automobiles. In January 1997, he was injured in an oil field accident and was unable3 to work. He went through rehabilitation and then attended High Plains Vo Tech School in Woodward. In July 2000, he began his wrecher business known as Chiles Repair and Wrecker. He was a member of the Oklahoma Wrecker Owners Association. Gaylen had his own race cars and he enjoyed racing his dirt track tock cars. He was an avid NASCAR fan and could always be found watching the races on Sunday afternoon. He was a member of the Taloga Assembly of God Church. He is survived by his wife Gayle Chiles, Seiling; one son Nick Chiles of Alva and one daughter Brooke Chiles, Norman, Oklahoma; two sisters, Twila Bell of Missouri and Bernita Chiles of Montrose; three brothers, Kevin Chiles and wife Lori, Seiling, Shawn Chiles of Arkansas and Clint Chiles and wife Michelle, Lowry City; his mother-in-law, Lucille Bigler, and his sister-in-law and her husband Deena and Bob Frakes, all of Clinton. He is also survived by many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister Carmelle; one brother Patrick; two nieces and h is father-in-law, Billy Bigler.

CHILES, Jerald Linn
1938-2014
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 19 2014 - Jerald Linn Chiles, 75, died Tuesday, June 10, 2014, at his home in Clinton. A memorial service will be held Friday, June 20, at the First Baptist Church in Clinton. August 1, 1938 in Klamath Falls, Oregon, to Rolla D. Chiles and Hallie Inskeep. He is survived by his wife, Sharon, and seven children, Debbie Glenn and husband Jerry, Kansas City, Kimberly Miller and husband Greg, Climax Springs, Dan Chiles of Kansas City, Wayne Chiles and wife Anita, Kansas City, Tammy Crowell and husband David, Edwards, Jerald (Jeb) Chiles and wife Amber, Clinton, and Jeremy Chiles and wife Ashley, Clinton. He also is survived by 16 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren with two on the way. Jerry loved hunting and the outdoors. Some of the stories he told the most were of his hunting trips to Colorado and Wyoming. Jerry had several occupations during his life, including working on an oil rig in South America, shrimp boat in the Gulf of Mexico and as a member of the federal ammunition shooting team. For most of his life though he was a carpenter who took pride in his work building everything from room additions to luxury homes. Jerry was a kind and generous person with a quick wit and more than his share of down to earth wisdom. He will be sorely missed but will live on in the hearts of the many lives that he touched.

CHILES, John Willard Sr.
1948-2012
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 13 2012 - John Willard Chiles, Sr., 64, Deepwater, died on Monday, Sep-tember 10, 2012, at V.A. Medical Center, Kansas City. John was born on August 8, 1948, to Jess Willard Chiles and Eleanor "Hinkle" Chiles of Kansas City, KS. He left high school early and joined the U.S. Army in 1967. After serving in Vietnam, he returned home and was discharged in 1970. John then completed his G.E.D. He worked most of his life as a supervisor of security for J.C. Nichols on the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City. John married Shirley Vansel on March 8, 1974. After retiring, John and Shirley moved to Deepwater where they have lived for the past 18 years. Survivors include his wife, Shirley, of the home; one daughter, Teresa (Paul) McCarty of Raytown; four sons, David (Suzie) Chiles of El Dorado Springs, Larie Johnson of Racket, John W. Chiles, Jr. and Daniel Lee Chiles of Deepwater; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and a host of friends. Preceding him in death were his parents, a brother, David, and a daughter Stephanie. John's wishes were to be cremated with no services.

CHILES, Lela May
1950-2006
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 22 2006 - Lela May Chiles, daughter of Earl O. and Virginia Lee (Shumate) Chiles, was born March 29, 1950, in Paradox, Colorado, and died at her home near Deepwater, May 4, 2006, at the age of 56 years. Lela was a certified medical technician. She is survived by two sons, Samuel Hampton Riley of Osceola and Karl James Riley of Humansville; three daughters, Michelle Chiles of St. Louis, Shannon Lee Knowles of Osceola and Virginia Jean O'Banion of Clinton; one brother, Danny Chiles, Deepwater; three sisters, Sue Ilene Lewis and Deloris Stoneking, both of Pensacola, Florida, and Jerry Jean Hummel of Montgomery City; 10 grandchildren and her companion, Billy Sanders of Clinton. Funeral services were held at Grace Methodist Church, Osceola, on Saturday, May 6. Internment was in Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

CHILES, Linda K. CORUM
1953-2009
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 9 2009 - Linda K. Chiles was born in Osceola, the daughter of Robert Sylvester and Oletha Stephens Corum, and died Jan. 17, 2009, at golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 55 years. Linda was a homemaker, but had worked outside the home for five and a half years for Schreiber Foods of Clinton. Linda enjoyed fishing, camping and working in the garden with her husband Daniel. Linda lived her family and was the kind of mother who was willing to do without so that she could provide for her children and grandchildren. Her nieces and nephews also had a very special place in her heart. Linda and Daniel were also blessed to have very special neighbors like Johnny and Pam Craft who were true neighbors in every sense of the word. Linda and Daniel would have celebrated their 36th wedding anniversary May 5 of this year. She loved the Lord and attended the first Baptist Church of Deepwater. Linda is survived by her husband, Daniel E. Chiles, Sr. of the home; three sons, Chad Chiles of Osceola, Daniel Chiles Jr. of Clinton and Spencer Chiles of Jefferson City; one brother, Larry Corum, Clinton, and one sister, June, Independence, and four grandchildren. Linda had a good and loving heart and will be greatly missed. Memorial services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Saturday, Jan. 24.

CHILTON, Virginia F. BRONAUGH
1817-1890
The Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Saturday, Jan 25 1890 - Sudden Death of Mrs. Dr. Chilton - This morning about 6 a.m., Mrs. Virginia Chilton, wife of Dr. Edward Chilton, was suddenly stricken and fell to the floor. Consciousness never returned to her, and her death resulted a little alter 2 p.m. She is the mother of Mrs. J. G. Thornton, with whose family they have made their home for a year. Deceased was 72 years of age. Dr. Chilton and family were for many years residents of Montrose. Mr. Thornton resides in the Hull property on Orchard Avenue. The remains will be taken to Montrose, on the Friday morning train for interment in the cemetery at that place. -- from Clinton Democrat: Dr. and Mrs. Chilton were at one time residents of this city, the former being then engaged in the drug business. While here they made many friends who now extend heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved husband in his inestimable loss.

CHIPMAN, Addie
1859-1940
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
The Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Thursday, Feb 15 1940 - Miss Addie Chipman, daughter of Mary and Joseph Chipman, was born in Lafayette County, Missouri, not far from Higginsville. When about 14 years of age she and her mother and four brothers (the father having been killed by lightning several years previous) moved to Henry County, and located on a farm near Windsor, Mo., where Russell Chipman now lives. In early life she was a school teacher and taught at the Bery School. After the death of her mother she moved to St. Louis, Mo., where she made her home with a cousin, Mrs. McCausland, for 52 years. After the death of this cousin, she remained in the home with the cousin's daughter, Mrs. W. W. Henderson, who cared for her as though she were her own mother. She died at this home Saturday afternoon, February 10, and funeral services were conducted from the Ortmann Funeral Home at Overland, the Eastern Star having an active part, she being a faithful and devoted member of that order. Miss Addie was an active member of the Methodist Church at Bridgeston, where she carried the keys to the church and filled every office except that of pastor. Until the past four years she spent the month of July with relatives and friends near Windsor. She was deeply devoted to Mrs. Henderson's children and grandchildren. In St. Louis she leaves Mrs. Henderson and family and a host of friends. She is survived by nine nieces and nephews: Mrs. Gertrude Kelsey of Wheatland, Wyoming; Mrs. Ben Spangler of Kansas; Mrs. W. A. McLaughlin of Springfield, Mo.; J. J. Chipman of San Antonio, Texas; W. J. Chipman of Calhoun, Mo.; Mrs. J. B. Holcomb of Clinton, Mo.; Mrs. R. E. Burcham, J. B. Chipman and Russell Chipman of Windsor, Mo. She was the last of the immediate family. Her passing is mourned by a host of friends. Funeral services were held at the Huston-Turner Funeral Home Monday afternoon. Interment was made at Laurel Oak Cemetery.

CHIPMAN, David
1854-1911
Avery Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Saturday, April 8, 1911, we were reminded of the uncertainty of life, that the old must and the young may be called at any time to try the realities of that country, the coast of which we are nearing day by day, to make us feel, at the close of day when the sun sinks beneath the horizon, we are one day nearer home than we've ever been before. One by one our friends are crossing over; the gush from the bleeding heart is hardly stayed, till another comes "to tear agap the healing wound afresh." Words, of mine, are inadequate to express my feelings, when going to call on my friend, David Chipman, expecting to enjoy a pleasant visit with an old pupil whom I had not seen since December, to enter his house, no crepe upon the door to warn me and find him a corpse. I visited awhile with the heartbroken widow, then returned to my home, a sadder if not a better man. David Chipman, the subject of this sketch, is a native Missourian, born in Lafayette county, July 4, 1854, lacking from April 8th to July 4th of being fifty-seven years old. The intimacy of a teacher with a kind, polite and studious pupil can only be appreciated by those who have sustained a like relation, suffice it to say that a close intimacy has subsisted between us unbroken, till death brought the change, the parting of ways. David was a good man, a kind friend, an excellent neighbor, an intelligent businessman, one who was loved by all who knew him. He was married to Miss Mary Avery Dec. 20, 1882. To this union were born three children, Avery, who died in boyhood, a nameless child died in infancy, and Gertrude, who survives him. The Chipman family moved to Henry county in 1867, the writer taught in that district in 1872, when this pleasant acquaintance began and this sacred fellowship awakened. A few friends assembled at the residence to pay their last sad token of respect on the morning of the 10th, at which the Rev. James A. Challenner read the scriptures and prayed, then Rev. L. H. Eakes of the M. E. South, church, preached a sermon of warm sympathy and consolation, after which the remains were taken to the Avery burying grounds for interment. We close by extending to the stricken wife and daughter our deepest and heartfelt sympathy and prayers in which we believe the entire community will join. - W. T. Shivel

CHIPMAN, Della May PARKS
1905-2004
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 8 2004 - Della May Chipman, 99, Pleasant Hill, died Thursday, November 4, 2004 at Cass Medical Center in Harrisonville. She was born in Leeton June 12, 1905, the daughter of William Henry Parks and Eugenia Houts Parks. She married William Thomas Chipman December 31, 1927 in Clinton. He preceded her in death in May 1984. The early years of her life were spent in Leeton and after her marriage they made their home in Calhoun. After her husband's death, she moved to Pleasant Hill in 1986. She was a homemaker and member of First Christian Church of Pleasant Hill. She was also preceded in death by one son William Lee Chipman; one daughter Dorothy Gillespie; two brothers and five sisters. She is survived by four sons, Henry Joe Chipman, Santa Maria, California, Thomas Parks Chipman, Grandview, Robert Eugene Chipman, Kansas City, Kansas, and Gerald Ray Chipman, Jefferson City; one daughter Della Irene Davis, Mission, Texas; eight grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were at Wallace Funeral Home, Pleasant Hill, Sunday, November 7. Burial was in Calhoun Cemetery.

CHIPMAN, Elsa Mae ROBERTS
1912-2012
Elsa Mae Chipman, 99, of Perry will be held Wednesday, June 6, 2012 at Prairie View Church located in the Audrain Historical Society Complex in Mexico, MO. Burial will be in Lick Creek Cemetery, Perry. Mrs. Chipman passed away at 11:05 p.m. June 1, 2012 at Monroe Manor in Paris. She was born December 23, 1912 in Henry County, the daughter of LeRoy A. and Dora Mae Peak Roberts. She was married to Guy Eugene Chipman on April 26, 1936 in Clinton and he preceded her in death February 26, 1988. Survivors include one son, John Roy Chipman of Perry; two daughters and one son-in-law, Cheryl Vaughn and Jeanie and Jim Gay, all of Perry; two sisters, Vivian Wilson of Clinton, and Edwina Worsham of Costa Mesa, CA; four grandchildren, Troy Vaughn of Fayetteville, NC, Kristin Vaughn of Fort Worth, TX, Jennifer (Jeremy) Hobbs of Higginsville, and Jonathan (Andi) Chipman of Laddonia; and four great grandchildren, Victoria and Courtney Vaughn of San Antonio, TX, and Caleb and Kaitlyn Chipman of Laddonia. She was preceded in death by one daughter-in-law, Janice Kay Chipman; three brothers, Orval, Elvin, and Kenneth Roberts; and four sisters, Edith Drew, Wilma Brasher, Helen Smith, and Audrey Roberts. Mrs. Chipman was a lifetime area resident and a very much loved school teacher. She was a very active member of the Perry Presbyterian Church for over 60 years. She taught Sunday School and served as a deacon. She was a 50 year member of the Order of Eastern Star, a member of the Entre Nous Club, a charter member of the Hutchison Homemakers Club, a member of the Perry VFW Post 4088 Ladies Auxiliary; and a former member of the Missouri State Teachers Assn. She and her husband farmed and raised the world renowned Chipman mules. She loved to read and travel. She had been to all 50 states and traveled extensively overseas. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lick Creek Cemetery or the Perry Christian Church. Pallbearers will be Gary Hodges, Brian Hodges, Stanford Cole, Troy Vaughn, Jonathan Chipman, and Jeremy Hobbs. Honorary pallbearers will be Marvin Hodges, Cliff Hodges, Brooks Paris, Eddie B. Caldwell, Robert Woodrow, Tom Biggers, Howard Jones, and Patrick Baker.

CHIPMAN, Gerald Ray
1944-2008
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Gerald Ray Chipman, 63, of Jefferson City, died Sunday, March 9, 2008, at his home. He was born April 3, 1944, in Calhoun, Missouri, a son of William Thomas and Della Mae Parks Chipman. He was a graduate of Calhoun High School, and graduated Suma Cum Laude from Parks College in Kansas City in 1986. Gerald worked for Armco Steel and Wire Rope, both in Kansas City. He was married October 16, 1962, to Shirley Mueller, who survives. Other survivors include a daughter, Shelaine T. Hamby of Sedalia; a special friend, Christy L. Butler of Jefferson City; one sister, Irene Davis of Misson, Texas; two brothers, Henry Chipman of Santa Maria, California, and Parks Chipman of Grandview; and one grandchild, David Aaron Hamby. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Thomas Chipman and Della Chipman; two brothers, William Chipman and Robert Chipman; and one sister, Dorothy Gillespie. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, March 12, 2008, at the Houser-Millard Funeral Home. Private family interment will follow in Calhoun.

CHIPMAN, Mary Elizabeth AVERY
1858-1919
Avery Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Feb 13 1919 - Mrs. David Chipman died at the family home on Colt street on Saturday, Feb. 8th, after many months illness. The deceased was a daughter of Robinson and Venezuela Avery and was born near Calhoun on October 5, 1858. On Dec. 20, 1882, she was united in marriage to David Chipman at Clinton, Mo. He died in Windsor April 7, 1911. To this union four children were born, two died in infancy, one living, Gertrude Cross Chipman, born August 12, 1898. She united with the Methodist church many years ago and had lived a consecrated Christian life. Several months ago the deceased suffered a stroke of paralysis and her condition grew gradually worse until the death summons came. She was a good woman and loved by all who knew her. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church Sunday afternoon and interment was made in the Avery burying ground.

CHIPMAN, Ruth V.
1918-2008
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Ruth V. Chipman, 89, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, formerly of Windsor, Missouri, died Saturday, February 16, 2008, at the Pikes Peak Care Center in Colorado Springs. She was born December 1, 1918, in Windsor, Mo., the daughter of Russell A. Chipman and Virginia L. (Avery) Chipman. She grew up in Windsor and moved to Colorado Springs 50 years ago. She had retired from an electrical company, as a bookkeeper, after working there for many years. She was a member of the Windsor First Christian Church. Survivors include a sister, Helen Peterman; 3 nieces and 2 nephews. Graveside services will be Saturday, February 23, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CHIPMAN, William Lee
1932-1936
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Tragic Death At Calhoun - The young life of William Lee Chipman, three-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Chipman of Calhoun, was cut tragically short Tuesday evening when he accidentally shot himself with a revolver. The lad was in the part of the house occupied by I. L. Barrows, Calhoun marshal, who lives in the same house as the Chipman family, and there picked up the loaded gun and accidentally fired it while playing with the weapon. The bullet entered the middle forehead and came out at the top of the head. The boy was rushed to the Windsor hospital, but despite medical skill and the administrations of loved ones, his life came to a close at midnight. William Lee was born near Calhoun four years ago this coming October 21, a bright, sunny lad who was loved by his family and all their friends. Two brothers and two sisters survive to comfort the parents. They are: Henry Joe, age 6; Park, 5; Irene, 7; and Dorothy May, 1. The paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Chipman, and the maternal grandmother, Mrs. W. H. Park, all northwest of Calhoun, also survive. The father is the tank driver in Calhoun vicinity for the Standard Oil Company. Rev. Carpenter conducted funeral services Wednesday at 3 p. m. at the Calhoun Christian church, and burial was in Calhoun cemetery.

CHISAM, Richard E. "Pete"
1944-2011
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 20 2011 - Richard E. "Pete" Chisam, son of Russell Lowell and Dorothy G. (Hardy) Chisam, was born April 20 1944, in Kansas City, Kansas. He died on August 23, 2011, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 67 years. Pete was married to Karen Lee (Walden) Chisam. He served in the Air Force Reserves. Pete was a co-owner of Bernard's Geneva in Warsaw and Bernard's Glass in Clinton for 34 years. He was also a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus and the Elks Club, all of Clinton. Pete is survived by his wife Karen of the home; one son, Russ Chisam and wife Jodi, Grain Valley; one daughter Brandi Houk and companion Michael Omerza of Clinton; one brother John Chisam of San Diego, California, as well as three grandchildren, Maddy Houk, Logan Houk and Jake Houk. Memorial services were held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Clinton, on Friday, August 26.

CHITWOOD, Malissa A.
1870-1891
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Saturday, Feb 21 1891 - Died in Big Creek Township, Melissa Chitwood, on Wednesday morning, aged 20 years. Her disease was bronchial pneumonia. The remains were taken to Carrsville cemetery Thursday for burial.

CHOATE, Donna Lee FARHNER
1942-2009
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 9 2009 - Donna Lee Choate, age 66 of Clinton, died Saturday, March 7, 2009 at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City. Memorial services will be Saturday, March 14, 2009 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Deepwater. Donna was born in Clinton, the daughter of Orie and Lena VanWinkle Farhner. She was a C.N.A. working in a number of nursing homes. She was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband Stan of the home; six daughters, Dianna Peppard of Beatrice, Nebraska, Barbara Boone of Urich, Stephanie Julian of Clinton, Cindee Williams of Auburn, Washington, Cherri Tom of Rancho, California, Christa Snyder of Kuna, Idaho as well as nine grandchildren and one great grandson.

CHRISMAN, Alva Benito
1908-1993
Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pleasant Hill, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Alva B. Chrisman, 85, midtown Kansas City, died Saturday, October 2, 1993, at St. Luke's Hospital. Services will be Tuesday, October 5, at the Stanley and Son Chapel, Pleasant Hill in Cass County; burial in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Mr. Chrisman was born in Missouri, and lived in Pleasant Hill before he moved to Kansas City 14 years ago. He was a custodian for the Pleasant Hill School District, retiring in 1973. He was a member of the First Christian Church of Pleasant Hill. He was an Army Air Forces veteran of World War II. Survivors include his brother, Burt Chrisman, Clinton.

CHRISMAN, Bert Ambrose
1920-2004
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 17 2004 - Bert Ambrose Chrisman died February 2, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital following a courageous 12-year battle with cancer. He was just six days shy of his 84th birthday. Born on a farm near Harrisonville to Josie and Ambrose Birtrus Chrisman February 8, 1920, Bert was the seventh of eight children. His years on the farm brought him great joy in spite of three to four hours of chores before riding his horse to school several miles away. Brothers Dale, Alva, Clyde and Jimmy, and sisters, Connie, Opal and Mildred, rounded out this happy and hard-working farm family. On the farm, Bert breathed the grit of the Dust Bowl and lived leanly through the Depression years. Moving from the farm to Clinton at about age 15, he attended the old Clinton High School and was a 1937 graduate. Following graduation, Bert attended the Rolla School of Mines before joining the service where he served in the Philippines as a sergeant in the proud and brave 1st Calvary. As a pioneering and demolition specialist who was exposed to hostile fire, he was offered a battlefield commission to 2nd Lieutenant, but elected to return home to his family. It was in these early years - December 25, 1940, to be exact - that he married his childhood sweetheart, Frances Louise Adkins. Readers should note that Frances caught Bert's eye following drives past her on his way to school in the car he borrowed from his brother, Clyde, for just these purposes. His planning paid off, as he caught Frances' eyes as well. They were married some four years later and remained together 63 years. Until even recently, Bert could be seen in his shop crafting the finest furnishings available anywhere. More than a builder, he was a true artist and charged a mere fraction of the actual time spent in his labors. Take a, walk through the Henry County Museum sometime and you will begin to appreciate the creativity and care he brought to every project he took on. For example, have you heard of the "Miracle Staircase" in New Mexico - the one that supposedly defines the laws of gravity just by standing? Bert visited it a few years ago and proclaimed, "No big deal..! could've built it." Indeed, Bert worked, miracles throughout his career as one of the most trusted well-known and admired builders in our area, with many of the finest homes of Clinton to his credit. Bert had been in the battle for his life during the course of the past 12 years. But throughout chemotherapy and radiation treatments, he never missed a single day of work. Told not to expose his skin to the sun while taking chemo, he did it his way by working through the pain. He spaded and hoed his vegetable garden in 100+ degree weather, wearing layers of garments to shield the sun so he could continue. Perhaps it is this attitude that resulted in him becoming one of the nation's longest living survivors of his particular form of cancer. Certainly, it is a testament to the undying will and extreme mental toughness he acquired form his mother, Josie. (Readers should note that it was Josie Chrisman, who at age 83 and blind, spent her last years caring for the caretaker who had been hired to care for her.) Bert Ambrose Chrisman is survived by wife, Frances, Clinton; son, Col. Dr. Stephen Bert Chrisman and his wife, Jennifer (San Antonio, Texas); daughter, Janice Kelly Ozgunay and her husband, Ike, Clinton, and son, David Adkins Chrisman and his wife, Barbara (Pacific, Missouri). In addition, Bert was the patriarch of 18 grandchildren/great-grandchildren. Bert's brothers, Jim Chrisman (Houston) and Clyde (Springfield) are still living. Graveside services were held at the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, on Thursday, February 5.

CHRISMAN, Betty Mae EVANS
1912-2006
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Kansas City Star, Kansas City, MO, Feb 9 2006 - Betty Mae (Evans) Chrisman, 93, of Kansas City, MO passed away, Tuesday February 7, 2006 at Truman Medical Center Lakewood. Graveside services will be Saturday, February 11, 2006 at the Maplewood Cemetery in Brownington, MO. Betty was born April 24, 1912 in Brownington, MO to William Thomas and Isabelle (Higman) Evans. She was a homemaker. She was married to Dale Olen Chrisman on April 15, 1939, he died in 1994. Survivors include; a son, Gary Chrisman and his wife Shari of Kansas City, MO; a granddaughter, Christy Chrisman of Lee's Summit, MO; a grandson, Vincent Hamilton of Pittsburg, PA and 4 great grandchildren, Vinnie Hamilton, Lauren Hamilton, Isabella Chrisman and Vivien Hamilton.

CHRISMAN, Dale Olen
1915-1994
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Dale Olen Chrisman was born September 27, 1915, in East Linn, Missouri, the son of Ambrose and Josaphine (Packheiser) Chrisman. He died Tuesday, March 8, 1994, at the Baptist Medical Center in Kansas city at the age of 78. He was married to Betty Evans. He had lived in Kansas City since 1957. He was a master plumber and was self-employed. He is survived by his wife Betty of the home; one son Gary D. Chrisman, Kansas City; three brothers, Clyde Chrisman, Springfield, Bert Chrisman, Clinton, and Jim Chrisman, Houston, Texas; two grandchildren, Christle M. and Vincent M. of Parkville, and one great-grandchild, Vincent Hamilton. Funeral services were Friday, March 11, at the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

CHRISMAN, Frances Louise ADKINS
1921-2013
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 16 2013 - Frances Louise Chrisman, 92, Clinton, died Friday, July 19, 2013, at Golden Living Center-Westwood, Clinton. Frances was born February 24, 1921, in Clinton, the daughter of Henry Merritt Adkins and Ruth Hammond Huey. She was a homemaker and a piano teacher. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Bert Chrisman, and a brother, Hank Adkins. She is survived by her daughter, Janice Ozgunay and husband, Ike, Clinton; two sons, Stephen B. Chrisman and wife, Jennifer, Sahuarita, Arizona, and David A. Chrisman and wife Barbara, Eureka; a sister, June Adkins Deckard, Nashville, Tennessee; a sister-in-law, Jane Adkins, Clinton; a brother-in-law, Jim Chrisman, Houston, Texas; 10 grandchildren, Natalie Ozgunay, Nicholas Ozganuy, Lindsay Ozgunay, Natalie Lazarr, Cadi Clayton, Amanda Replogle, Peter Mastrogiacomo, Rachel Reagan, Joseph Chrisman and Chelsea Chrisman, and nine great-grandchildren, Zach, Sydney, Aiden, Austin, Noah, Ellie, Stella, Grason and Leann. A graveside service was held Tuesday, July 23, at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CHRISMAN, James E.
1924-2015
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
James E. Chrisman, age 91 years, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at the Michael E. Debakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Houston, Texas. Among survivors is his daughter, Kay Wilkinson, of Overton, Texas.

CHRISTEN, Christena KLASS GROSS
1855-1939
Ladue Cemetery, Davis Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Christina Gross Christen died at her home in Ladue, January 21, 1939. Christina Klass was born in Bern, Switzerland, August 9, 1855, and came to this country with her parents when she was 11, settling in Illinois and later coming to Missouri. November 10, 1877, she was married to John Gross who died July 1, 1893. To this union seven children were born. In January 1898, she married Jacob Christen and they were given one son. She was a member of the German Reformed Church, having joined when quite young, and has lived a quiet conscientious life among her friends. She moved to Ladue about 28 years ago. She leaves sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Bradley of Long each, Calif., and Mrs. Mary Stehwein of Lowry City; brothers, John Klass of California, Mo., and Flora Klass of Arvin, Calif. Also her children: Johnny Gross of Lovelock, Nev.; Mrs. George Marolf of Orange, Calif.; Mrs. Mary Marolf of Russell, Iowa; Mrs. John Lobaugh, Montrose, MO.; Mrs. Claud Crouch, Kimberly, Oregon; Mrs. J. N. Maddox of Nevada; Mrs. Ralph Stream and Carl Christen of near Ladue. She also leaves 19 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. There are two other people living who came over from Switzerland on the same boat that she and her parents came on. They are August Hoppe of Nevada, Mo., and Mr. Wally of Montrose. Mr. Wally visited Mrs. Christen several times during her illness and it was a great pleasure to reminiscence olden times. Funeral services were conducted Monday at the Christian Church. Interment at Ladue Cemetery.

CHRISTENSEN, Kenneth
1923-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 27 2002 - Kenneth Christensen, 79, Underwood, Iowa, died Friday, December 27, 2002, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Among survivors are his wife, Arlene of the home and his daughter, Amber Miller of Clinton.

CHRISTESON, Michelle Clair
abt 1958-2003
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 19 2003 - Michelle Christeson, 45, Clinton, died Monday, November 17, 2003, at her home. A celebration of life will be held Friday, November 21, at the family home 706 North Second Street, Clinton. Cremation. She was born in Denver, Colorado. She worked at Schreiber DDN Plant where she was a partner. She considered the Schreiber Partners to be part of her family and the family is deeply grateful for all their help and support. She is survived by her husband George Allen Christeson of the home; one daughter Sharlie Shanee Andrews of Warsaw: two stepdaughters, Victoria Christeson, Columbus, Kansas, and Destiny Johnson, Joplin; three grandchildren, Dakota Lee, Michael Anthony and Jessie Wayne Dalton; and three step-grandchildren, Devon, Casey and Lucas; two brothers, Tom Scholl, Raytown, and Richard Scholl, Kansas City; four sisters, Jean Ann Huffman, Denver, Colorado, Jackie Scholl, Klamath Falls, Oregon, Theresa Moore, El Paso, Texas, and Laurie Kaslin, Stockton, California, as well as seven nieces and nephews and four great-nieces and nephews.

CHRISTEY, Thelma Lucille HILLBRANT COPPAGE
1904-1997
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Thelma Lucille Coppage Christey, formerly of Urich, died Friday, September 5, 1997, at the Golden Years Care Center, Harrisonville, at the age of 93 years, four months and two days. Mrs. Christey was born May 3, 1904, in Urich, the daughter of Herschel and Myrtle Redford Hillbrant. She attended Urich High School where she met and married C. C. Coppage, who preceded her in death. In 1937, she married Harold Christey. Before returning to this area, they lived in Kansas City, Fulton and Topeka, Kansas, where Mr. Christey was associated with several funeral homes. Mr. Christey preceded her in death. She is survived by one son, Donald Coppage of Harrisonville; one daughter, Gwendolyn Elliott of Harrisonville, and one grandson, Jerry Elliott of Washington. Funeral services were held Monday, September 8, at Consalus Chapel, Urich. Burial was in Urich Cemetery.

CHRISTIAN, Ethel CHAMBERS
1895-1919
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Thursday, Jul 17 1919 - Ethel Chambers Christian -- Mrs. Eldo Christian died at St. Marys hospital in Sedalia, Wednesday evening, July 9th, after an illness of three weeks. Ethel was born July 23, 1895, and passed from this life at the age of 23 years, 11 months and 17 days. At the age of fifteen years she united with the Baptist church in Calhoun, and that made her life more sweet knowing as she did, that when the end came she would have a home in Heaven. On April 15, 1913, she was united in marriage to Eldo S. Christian. To this union two children were born, Thomas, aged 5 years and Russell, aged two. They, with the husband, her parents, one brother, four sisters, and other relatives are left to mourn their loss. Two years of their married life they spent in Nebraska, but since returning to Missouri have lived on a farm east of Windsor, where Ethel was well known and loved by friends and neighbors. Funeral services were held at the Calhoun Baptist church last Friday morning and interment was made at the Calhoun cemetery.

CHRISTIAN, Gwendolen "Gwen" HURST
1906-2003
Garden City Cemetery, Garden City, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 17 2003 - Gwendolen (Gwen) Christian, 96, Windsor, died Friday morning, February 14, 2003, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. She was born May 16, 1906, in Calhoun, the daughter of James Monroe Hurst and Martha Morgan (McMillian) Hurst. On March 17, 1960, in Warsaw, she married George Pearl Christian, who died February 10, 1990. She worked in Army Camps in Missouri, Kansas and California during World War II, returning to Kansas City to work 12 years for the Continental Baking Company and from 1968-80 she was a relief clerk for the former Missouri Public Service Company, Windsor. She was baptized into the Christian Church, Urich. She is survived by one brother, Edward F. Hurst, Coral Springs, Florida; three nieces, one nephew, five great-nieces, two great-nephews, five great-great-nieces, one great-great-nephew and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, James (Jack) Hurst; a sister, Velma Shufelt, and one nephew. Graveside services were Monday, February 17, at the Garden City Cemetery.

CHRISTIAN, Jessie Maye GREEN
1915-2008
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Jessie Maye Christian, 93, of Windsor, Missouri, died Wednesday evening, October 22, 2008, at Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Windsor. She was born June 29, 1915, near Calhoun, Mo., the daughter of Joel Carlton Green and Gertie May (McDowell) Green. On October 5, 1940, in Sedalia, Mo., she married Buckner William "Buck" Christian, who preceded her in death on October 15, 1989. Mrs. Christian was a homemaker and was a wonderful cook, a talented seamstress and a loving caregiver to many family members. She was a strong and faithful Christian and a member of the First Baptist Church, Windsor. Survivors include numerous nieces, nephews, friends and caregivers including a niece, Beverly Sullivan, Green Ridge, Mo. She was preceded in death by a sister, Alta Fay Clevenger; and 3 brothers, Alfred Green, Ralph Green and Ira (Ted) Green. Funeral services will be Saturday, October 25, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery.

CHRISTIAN, Leslie G. Dr.
1908-1993
Dr. Leslie G. Christian, 85 (born 2-11-1908) of Independence, a Baptist minister and former chaplain at Veterans Hospital, died December 7, 1993, at the home. Services will be Thursday at the Birchwood Baptist Church; burial in Floral Hills Cemetery. Dr. Christian was pastor of the Birchwood Baptist Church for 13 years and retired in 1973. Earlier he was pastor of the Leeds Baptist Church for 18 years and was pastor of churches in Versailles and Osceola in Missouri. He was a chaplain at Veterans Hospital for 25 years, retiring in 1992. He received a bachelor's degree in theology from William Jewell College and master's and doctoral degrees in theology from Central Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Ks. He was a member of the church. He was born near Windsor, MO and lived in Versailles and Osceola before moving to this area in 1941. Survivors include his wife, Leta Christian of the home, a daughter, Bonnie Carroll, Independence, a brother, Bert Christian, Bonner Springs, three grandsons; and five great-grandchildren.

CHRISTIAN, Maxine Margaret RIEDESEL
1916-2011
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 8 2011 - Maxine Margaret Christian, 94, Perry Kansas, formerly of Windsor and Bolivar, died August 4, 2011, at the Linnwood Park Home South, Meriden, Ks. She was born October 26, 1916, in Kansas City, Ks., the daughter of Phillip Marcus Riedesel and Susie (Eberle) Riedesel. On October 21, 1950, in Kansas City, she married Lawrence Dayle "Larry" Christian, who preceded her in death on October 9, 1993. Mrs. Christian worked for Southwestern Bell in the greater Kansas City, Ks., area for 33 years, retiring in 1979 and then moving to Windsor. While living in Kansas City, she was a member of the Pioneer Club with Southwestern Bell. Maxine enjoyed reading, watching sermons on television and working puzzles and doing word searches. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Windsor. Survivors include a stepson, David Christian, Youngstown, Arizona: two step-granddaughters; a sister, Harriet Edmondson, Eureka, Ks.; a brother, Dean Riedesel, Perry, Ks., and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by three sisters, Gertrude, June and Kathryn, and a brother, Phillip. Graveside services will be Tuesday, August 9, at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CHRISTIAN, Nannie D. Lou CARTER PALMER
1856-1951
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Jul 5 1951 - Funeral services for Mrs. Nannie D. Christian were held Thursday at the Wilkinson Funeral Home. Burial was in the Laurel Oak cemetery at Windsor. Nannie D. Christian was the daughter of Thomas and Eliza Carter. She was born February 27, 1856 at Maiden, West Virginia and she died June 26 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ralph Stone, in Clinton. She was ninety-five years old at the time of her death. At the age of five years, she came with her parents to Missouri where they settled on a farm between Calhoun and Windsor. Mrs. Christian spent the rest of her life in Henry County. In December of 1874, she was married to Kirwin Hughes Palmer. Two children were born, both dying in infancy. Mr. Hughes died three years after their marriage. In 1884, she was married to Sterling Price Christian, who preceded her in death on June 20, 1946, after sixty-two years of married life. The couple had two sons and four daughters. Those surviving are Mrs. Orpha Wheeler of Sedalia, Mrs. Alice Waugn of Kansas City, Kans., Sterling Christian of California, Mo., Mrs. Eulalia Stone, Clinton, and Price Christian of Holden. Other survivors include four granddaughters, six grandsons, three great-granddaughters and great-grandsons; three nephews, Jim Slack, Tom Carter and W. S. Hughes; three nieces, Mrs. Lyla Finks, Mrs. Jo Taylor and Miss Grace Carter. Fifteen years ago, Mr. and Mrs. Christian left their farm six miles west of Windsor and came to Clinton, where they made their home with Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Stone. It was at that time that Mrs. Christian lost her eyesight. Everything possible was done for her comfort and pleasure. Her family remembers her as a wonderful mother, always loving and sympathetic and how for twenty years she cared for her own widowed mother. She was known as a kind and helpful neighbor, who always found time to help in the hour of need. Mrs. Christian was a member of the Windsor Methodist Church.

CHRISTIAN, Warren William
1895-1967
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Warren William Christian, 72, Windsor, died at 2:30 p.m. Friday at the Windsor Hospital. He was born in Windsor on May 20 1895, son of the late Church C. and Minerva Christian. He was reared in the Windsor community and on Oct. 16, 1921 he married Audrey Easley of Windsor. They lived on a farm in Benton County all of their married life. He was a member of the Brandon Methodist Church and at the time of his death he was a trustee and a steward in the church. He is survived by his wife of the home; two daughters, Mrs. Alma Lee Hopkins of Windsor, Mrs. Roy (Jeanie) Siercks of Lincoln; and five grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Sunday at the Gouge Funeral Home in Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery.

CHRISTMAN, Velma L. HOWELL
1921-2007
Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 25 2007 - Velma L. Christman, 85, Warrensburg (formerly of Raytown), died Tuesday, April 24, 2007, at the Country Club Care Center in Warrensburg. Funeral services will be held Friday, April 27, at D. W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Chapel. Burial will be in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Velma was born June 15, 1921, in Rogers, Arkansas. She was the daughter of Elbert and Lucille Howell and was raised in Fairmount. Velma retired from the Missouri Water Company after 35 years of service as a draftsperson. She was a member of the Mt. Washington Baptist Church and was a known crafter and quilter. Survivors include her husband of 45 years, Richard L. Christman of Urich; daughters, Linda Lyle of Urich, Linda S. Christman of Raytown; two brothers; Charles and Elbert Howell, both of Independence; three grandsons and two great-grandchildren. Velma was preceded in death by two sisters, Neta McGuire and Letha Leavitt, and brother Edgar Howell.

CHRISTOPHER, D. Louann HAGER
1935-1992
Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - D. Louann Christopher was born March 5, 1935, the daughter of Harve B. Hager and Zelpha L. Owens Hager and died Wednesday, November 11, 1992 at Western Missouri Medical Center at the age of 57 years, 8 months and 6 days. Mrs. Christopher was a graduate of Clinton High School In 1952. She had lived in Warrensburg since 1966. She worked as a librarian at Trails Regional Library and she worked at Central Missouri State University. She was a member of the First Christian Church and the Multiple Sclerosis Support Group. On February 25, 1967, she married Warren T. Christopher in Warrensburg. He survives her at the home. Other survivors include one son, David T. Christopher of the home; one daughter. Anna Fligge of Warrensburg; her mother-in-law, Mrs. Stella T. Christopher of Warrensburg; three grandchildren. Funeral services were Sunday, November 15, 1992 at the First Christian Church in Warrensburg. Burial In Sunset Hill Cemetery.

CHRISTOPHER, Fred Warren
1913-1991
Mt. Zion Cemetery, Olden, Howell Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Fred Warren Christopher, the son of Edward and Nancy Matilda Marriott Christopher, was born July 8, 1913 in Olden, Mo. He departed this life at the Independence Regional Health Center in Independence at the age of 78 years. Fred was born and raised in Howell County and lived there until 1941 when he moved to Independence. He was employed by Missouri Portland Cement, North American Aviation and Armco Steel where he worked for 24 years before retiring in 1971. After his retirement he and his wife moved to Rockville where he spent the remainder of his life. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rockville. Fred was united in marriage to Georganna Turner on April 12, 1937 in Salem, Ar. To this union 4 children were born. He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers and 5 sisters. He is survived by his wife, Georganna of the home; three sons, George (Ted) Christopher of Ogden, Ut., Russell H. Christopher of Holden, Dale A. Christopher of Independence; one daughter, Barbara J. Ploeger of Independence; one brother, Charley Christopher of Blue Springs; 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Fred loved to hunt and fish. He shared great love with his family and was always a good provider and father to his family. Services were held on Sunday, September 15, at the Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial was in Mount Zion Cemetery, West Plains, Mo. under direction of Eckhoff-Hill Funeral Home, Appleton City.

CHRISTY, Billie K. HAYS
1928-1992
Emmanuel Cemetery, Carthage, Jasper Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Billie K. Christy, 64, Carthage, route six, died at 10:38 a.m. Tuesday, August 25, 1992 after a short illness. She was born March 22, 1928 in Carterville. She was a former Springfield resident. She worked as a secretary and was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church at Carthage. She married Joseph C. Christy in Carthage. He died on May 24, 1992. Survivors include two sons, Scott Christy of Clinton and Kent Christy of Springfield; a daughter, Cathy Holt of Joplin. Her mother, Fern Hays, Carthage, survives also a brother, Bud Hays of Grove, Oklahoma; four grandchildren. A private memorial service will be held for Mr. and Mrs. Christy Thursday at the Emmanuel Cemetery in Carthage.

CHRISTY, Donald E.
1928-2013
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Don Christy, 85, of Windsor, Missouri, died Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at the home of his daughter, in Kansas City, Mo. He was born May 30, 1928, in Warsaw, Mo., the son of William Homer Christy and Loie Florence (Ketchum) Christy. On April 7, 1950, at the First Baptist Church, Windsor, he married Nina Lee Kampe and she survives of the home. Mr. Christy was a truck driver for IML Freight Line, Kansas City, Mo., for many years before his retirement in 1984. After his retirement, he and Nina moved to Windsor and they purchased the "Ship by Shipp" water truck which they owned and operated for several years. He later farmed and drove trucks for several Windsor area farmers. Don served his country as a member of the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, Windsor, and had most recently attended First Baptist Church, Windsor. He was also a member of the Golden Valley Blue Grass Association and Teamsters Local #41, Kansas City, Mo. In addition to his wife, he is survived by 4 daughters, Vicki Morgan and her husband Mike, Liberty, Mo.; Terry Jepson and her husband Garry, Springfield, Mo.; Lori Mapel and her husband Steve, Kansas City, Mo.; and Joni Pryor and her husband Joe, Kearney, Mo.; 10 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; a sister, Carolyn Eidson, Windsor, Mo.; 2 brothers, Lowell Christy, Turner, Kansas; and Larry Christy, Spring Hill, Kansas; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by 3 sisters, Connie Weise, Frances Tavener, and Doris Mullins; and 3 brothers, Jackie Christy, Wesley Christy, and Bill Christy. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 2, 2013, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CHRISTY, Joseph Calvin
1927-1992
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Joseph Calvin Christy, 64, died Sunday evening, May 24, 1992, at his home in Springfield after a sudden illness. He was born May 24, 1927, in Carthage to Arch and Louis Christy. They preceded him in death. He was a 1946 graduate of Carthage High School and was employed as a manager for Hermann Lumber Company in Joplin and later in Clinton for 28 years. He presently was employed by Stewart Nattinger of Springfield as a sales representative. He married Billie K. Hays May 4, 1947, in Carthage. He is survived by his wife of the home; one daughter, Cathy Holt of Joplin; two sons, Scott Christy of Clinton and Kent Christy of Springfield; two sisters, Dorothy Evans of Carthage and Jean Krawchuck-Laessig of Savannah, G.; four grandchildren. The body will be created under the direction of the Greenlawn Funeral Home, south of Springfield. No services are planned.

CHURCH, Alta Fern BOWEN PETERS
1904-2005
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 21 2005 - Fern Church, 100, Bartlesville, Oklahoma and formerly of Windsor, died Thursday evening, March 17, 2005, at the Jane Phillips Hospital in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. She was born May 9, 1904, in Windsor, the daughter of John Thomas Bowen and Nellie Elma (Douglas) Bowen. On June 3, 1950, in Kansas City, she married Lewis E. Church, who died July 21, 1987. She was a homemaker and many years ago she worked as a seamstress for Wolff Brother Department Store in Kansas City. She was a member of the Windsor first Christian Church since the age of 13. Survivors include a granddaughter, Donna Clark; a daughter-in-law, Sue Peters; twin great-granddaughters, Sharon Calvert and Susan Augustine; and two great-great-grandchildren, Julia Calvert and Jack Augustine, all of Nashville, Tennessee; sister-in-law Jessie Bowen, formerly of Windsor; three nieces, Dottie Hancock, Margie Corson and Julia Agent; five great-nieces, Mitzi Cooney, Cindy Fletcher, Charlotte Wallace, Melanie Wilkins and Melissa Dout; eight great-great-nephews, Ryan Cooney, Josh and Jack Fletcher, Drew and Zack Wallace, Trent, Tyler and Tate Wilkins; two great-great-nieces, Alexis Dout and Ali Dout. She was preceded in death by two husband, Mark Peters and Lewis Church; a daughter Dottie Peters; a son Bennie Peters, and by six brothers and one sister. Graveside services will be Tuesday, March 22, at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CHURCH, Arzah Byron
1876-1961
Green Lawn Cemetery, Rich Hill, Bates Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Feb 14 1961 - Funeral services for A. B. Church, 84, Rich Hill, former Brownington resident who died Feb. 1 after a long illness, were conducted Feb 3 at Rich Hill First Christian Church. Arzah Byron Church, son of Eli and Hattie Sweet Church, was born November 9, 1876. On July 12, 1915, he married Hattie McGinnis and they resided in Brownington until 1958. Since that time they made their home at Rich Hill. He is remembered as a kind husband, neighbor and friend. Ill for some time he bore his suffering with great fortitude. He leaves his wife of the home, a sister, Mrs. Grace Fisher, Kansas City; three nephews, Rex and Emmett Fisher, Kansas City, and Miles Eli Dunning, Deepwater; two nieces, Mrs. Demerus Matthews, Kansas City, and Mrs. Vinita Harvey, Eldon, Mo.; also a number of cousins and friends.

CHURCH, Catherine
1933-2016
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 31 2016 - Catherine Church, 83, Clinton, Missouri died Friday, October 28, 2016 at her home. She was born July 7, 1933 in Clinton, the daughter of George Thomas Church and Marie Anita (Newton) Church. She lived in the same house from the time she was born to the day she passed. Catherine was employed as a telephone operator with United Telephone Company for 40 years. She was a lifetime member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, where she volunteered as a SCORE reader. She was a 1951 graduate of Clinton High School. She was a member of the Communication Workers of America, where she was a past president. Catherine enjoyed and was an accomplished bowler, enjoyed flower gardening, all kinds of animals, driving new cars, traveling and supporting and following Clinton Cardinals sports, especially if her nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews were participating. Surviving are her companion of 35 years, Darrell Sapp; nieces and nephews, Cathy Swanagon and her husband, Roger, Clinton, Tom Gunter and his wife, Marilyn, Clinton, Cindy Moran and her husband, Darrel, Lowry City, Mike Hoppe and his wife, Jacque, Chilhowee, and Terri Millam and her husband, Dan, Clinton; numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces, great-great-nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Bud Church in August of 1981, and two sisters, Mary Ellen Gunter on August 13, 2006, and Margaret Ann Hoppe on March 25, 2010. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, November 2, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Clinton. Interment will be in Englewood Cemetery.

CHURCH, Charles Edward
1910-1995
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Charles Edward Church died Saturday, March 25, 1995, at Truman Lake Manor in Lowry City. He was born on a small farm east of Brownington, one of six children. He grew up in Brownington and attended school there and in Deepwater where he graduated from high school in 1929. He began his teaching career at Diamond Point at the age of 18. He received a bachelor's degree in Education from Warrensburg in 1938 and a Master's in 1949 from the University of Maryland. Charles taught and coached basketball in various schools in Henry and St. Clair counties before being inducted in the Army in 1942 during World War II. He served for a total of four years. During this time he was stationed with a general hospital in Brisbane, Australia. As part of his duties with this unit he served as editor of the hospital newspaper. After separation from the Army, Charles returned to teaching. He was a superintendent of schools for 28 years. These years were spent in Roscoe, Mayview, Wellington, Deepwater and Lowry City. He was instrumental in the reorganization of the Deepwater-Lowry City districts into the Lakeland R-III District. Charles' favorite pastime was fishing the Osage river and later Truman Lake where he lived after retiring. He lived the last 20 years of his life in Minnescah Park on Truman lake near Mt. Zion. He is survived by his wife Ellen of the home; one son, Galen of Lexington and two daughters, Margaret Fluesmeier of Peculiar and Diane Church of Holts Summit; four grandchildren, Allison, Tina, Amy and Meg and two great-grandchildren, Heather and Charles Christian; one brother, Roehl Church of Deepwater. The funeral service was held March 27 at the Sickman & Dunning Chapel. Burial in the Maplewood Cemetery in Brownington.

CHURCH, Charles Robert
1954-2016
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Charles R. Church, 61, of Clinton, Missouri died Saturday, January 16, 2016, at his home in Clinton. He was born May 28, 1954, in Windsor, Missouri, the son of Clarence Wilbur Church and Sarah Adeline (Funk) Church. He was a member of Calhoun Baptist Church and had recently been attending the Assembly of God of Clinton. He was also a member of People First. He collected Santa Clauses and loved being with his family. He was eager to share his smile with people passing by his home. Survivors include a brother, Dale Church and his wife Sharon, Clinton, Mo.; 3 sisters, Barbara West, Springfield, Mo., Helen Sell and her husband Dwight, Calhoun, Mo., and Ellen Chilson and her husband David, Harrisonville, Mo.; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and 2 brothers, Jimmie Leon Church and Forest Wayne Church. Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 19, 2016, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Calhoun Cemetery, Calhoun, Mo.

CHURCH, DeForest Earl
1883-1946
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Jul 11 1946 - Deforest Earl Church, son of William Herbert and Arletta Church, was born February 22, 1883, at Brownington, Mo., and departed this life June 26, 1946 at the General Hospital in Clinton. Although he had been in Failing health for some time, his passing was a shock to his friends, of whom he had many. Well known and well liked, his sunny disposition radiated cheer all about him. Most of his life was spent in Henry and St. Clair counties. He was reared in a Christian home, but at the age of five his mother passed on and he was cared for by his grandparents; later by his stepmother Mrs. Herbert Church. He had a natural bent for mechanics, having skillfully operated all kinds of machinery in his lifetime. He was united in marriage September 17, 1918 to Mrs. Grace Denny of Brownington, who preceded him in death several years ago. Later he was united in marriage to Mrs. Myrtle Simpson of Lowry City. To this union was born one child, a daughter Luella Earl, of Lowry City, Mo. The past year he ha made his home with Mrs. Jennie Thompson of Brownington, who, with friends, tenderly cared for him in his sickness. The funeral was held June 28, 1946, at the Presbyterian Church at Brownington. He leaves to mourn, the daughter Luella Earl, of Lowry City; a sister Mrs. Bessie Hearn of Deepwater; one brother O. L. Church of Chilhowee, Mo.; stepmother Mrs. Herbert Church; stepsisters, Mrs. Tillman Park, Fairfax, Mo., and Mrs. Vernon Park of Lowry City. One brother and two half-brothers preceded him in death. Burial was in Brownington Cemetery.

CHURCH, Delman Eugene "Babe"
1920-2011
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 17 2011 - D. E. "Babe" Church, 90, Clinton, was born August 20, 1920, in Deepwater and died January 7, 2011 He was preceded in death by his wife Thelma (Hammons) Church; son Darrell; his father, Wade Church; his mother Blanche (Murphy) Church, and two brothers, Julian and Jack Church. Babe married Thelma Yvonne (Hammons) Church in 1947. To this union three children were born: The oldest son, Lowell Wade Church, his wife Brenda (Smith) Church of Kansas City; granddaughter Elizabeth Jo (Church) Boswell, husband, Ryan Boswell; great-grandson Shayne, and great-granddaughter Isabelle Boswell, Topeka, Kansas, and granddaughter, Mary Samantha (Church) O'Brien and husband Kevin O'Brien of Colorado Springs, Colorado. The oldest daughter, Vickie Jean (Church) Figg and husband Jack Figg, Lee's Summit, and granddaughter, Michelle Figg of London, England. The youngest daughter, Pattie Lea (Church) Johnson of Clinton; grandson Clint Johnson and great-granddaughters, Rianne and Remington Johnson, Clinton; granddaughter, Amy (Johnson) Wirsig, husband, Jared Wirsig; great-granddaughter, Macey, and great-grandson, Jackson, Lee's Summit, and grandson Caleb Johnson and wife Jill Johnson, Springfield. In addition to his three children he is survived by one sister, Wanda (Church) Wilson, and one brother Norman Church, both of Clinton. Following his school days in Clinton, Babe served in the United States Army Operating Engineers during World War II, entering the service at Ft. Leonard Wood in 1942 and taking additional military training in Mississippi, Louisiana, Arizona and California before being shipped overseas to New Guinea and Manila. Babe was honorably discharged in 1946. Babe returned to civilian employment, working as a heavy equipment operator for Glen Masten Construction before starting his own custom dozing business, operating as D. E. "Babe" Church & Son for the remainder of his working career. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton on Monday, January 10. Burial took place at Englewood Cemetery in Clinton.

CHURCH, Doyle Robert
1910-1981
Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Coffeyville, Montgomery Co, KS
Kansas City MO, Dec 1981 - Doyle R. Church, 71, died Wednesday at a nursing home at 8039 Holmes Road, where he lived. He was born in Brownington, Mo., and lived in Coffeyville, Kansas before he moved to this area 23 years ago. Mr. Church was a caller and clerk for the Missouri Pacific Railroad for 44 years before he retired in 1972. He was a member of the Downtown Baptist Church. He leaves a brother, Don Church, Prairie Village, and three sisters, Mrs. Dorthy Adams, Mrs. Irene Crosson and Mrs. Elloease Elder of Coffeyville. Services will be Saturday at the Ford-Wolf-Burns Chapel, Coffeyville with burial in Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery there.

CHURCH, Eli
1856-1932
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, May 5 1932 - Eli Church at rest. Born in Napoleon, Michigan, December 3, 1856. Died at Dimmett Memorial Hospital in Humansville April 28, 1932, age 76 years, four months, 28 days. He came with his parents to Henry County, when 18 years of age. Charles and Mary Church were early pioneers. Their son Eli, soon married Hattie R. Sweet, born October 28, 1858, died March 1, 1895. Thirty-four years ago he married Emma Hinkle, who survives him, together with his son Arzah Church, Brownington; daughters, Mrs. Grace Fisher, Kansas City; Mrs. Avis Dunning, Deepwater; Mrs. Venita Castle, Eldon. A son Rolla Church, born August 8, 1886, died September 9, 1907. He is survived by two brothers, Herbert Church, Brownington, and Fay Church, Coffeyville, Kansas. He was a charter member of the Brownington Odd Fellows, who had charge of his burial. In 1901 Mr. Church accepted Christ as his Savior and became a member of the Presbyterian Church to which he was faithful through the years. His home was the seat of friendship and happiness. He was a builder and creative workman. The evidence of his industry and skill are displayed in and all about the neighborhood of Brownington. He desired to wear out, rather than to rust out. He was active to the height of his years.

CHURCH, Ellen Lorraine SNYDER
1923-2011
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 22 2011 - Ellen Lorraine Church, 88, of Lexington, MO passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at her home. Ellen Lorraine Snyder was born August 28, 1923 in Clinton, MO, the daughter of Buel C. and Mildred Mary Naylor Snyder. She married Charles Edward Church on December 24, 1946. Mrs. Church was a designer for Coen's Flower Shop. She was a member of Mt. Zion Methodist Church, the VFW Auxiliary and Dirt Dobbers Garden Club of Wellington. Mrs. Church is survived by three children: Lura Diane Ohern (Jim), Holt's Summit, MO, Margaret Naylor Fluesmeier (Paul), Deepwater, MO, and Charles Galen Church (Vickie) Lexington, four granddaughters, and twelve great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, a great-granddaughter, Hailey Aversman, a brother, Buel McCleod Snyder, and a sister, Mildred Margaret Church. Services will be Friday, December 23, 2011 at the Walker-Nadler-Fuller Funeral Home, Lexington. Burial will be at Maplewood Cemetery in Brownington, MO.

CHURCH, Emma HINKLE
1862-1955
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Aug 18 1955 - Last rites for Mrs. Eli Church were conducted July 30 at the Phillips Funeral Home in Eldon. A graveside service was held the same day at Brownington Cemetery. Emma Hinkle, daughter of Jonathan and Catherine Brown Hinkle, was born in St. Clair County, February 26, 1862. She died July 28, 1955, at the home of a daughter Mrs. W. W. Harvey of Eldon, where she had made her home for the past 12 years. Although advanced in age (93 her last birthday), she possessed a youthful spirit that defied the passing of years. She delighted in the association of friends both young and old. She was pronounced "the life of the party" at a social given her last year on her birthday. During her residence in Brownington she was a valued member of the Presbyterian Church. She transferred her membership to the Methodist Church after moving to Eldon and was active and regular in attendance as long as health permitted. She was also a member of the Rebekah Lodge, filling the office of Noble Grand at one time. Mr. Church died at Brownington in 1934. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. C. M. Fisher and Mrs. Miles Dunning, Deepwater, Mrs. W. W. Harvey, Eldon; one son, A., B. Church, Brownington; a brother, Edward Hinkle and two sisters, Mrs. Ella Irvin and Mrs. Ada Jackson, all of Lowry City; also 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

CHURCH, Erma Ellen "Norzette" VANWINKLE
1919-2004
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 28 2004 - Erma Ellen "Norzette" Van Winkle Church, 84, Beaumont, California, died at her home surrounded by family Tuesday, April 13, 2004. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Robert Church, and was laid to rest beside him. Zette, as her friends called her, was a longtime Beaumont resident of 41 years and was born December 2, 1919, in Clinton. She is survived by five children, a son, Robert Church Jr. and wife Teddy, Corvallis, Oregon; daughters, Carolyn Blackmon, Chiloquin, Oregon, Trudy Turner, Eugene, Oregon, Jennifer Church, Eugene, Oregon, Coda Nutter and husband Lanny, Beaumont; 14 grandchildren, 12, great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Laverne (Van Winkle) Miller, Clinton; also many nieces and nephews.

CHURCH, Florence Peona MITCHELL
1877-1897
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Mo, May 22 1897 - Mrs. Florence Church died at her home two miles south of Brownington Thursday after a short illness. She was a Baptist and a devoted Christian and burial was in the Brownington cemetery. She was only 19 and leaves a husband and two children, one a babe four weeks old.

CHURCH, Forest W.
1959-2011
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 18 2011 - Forest W. Church, 51, Clinton, died unexpectedly Sunday morning, April 17, 2011, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, in Clinton. He was born May 15, 1959, in Windsor, the son of Clarence Wilbur Church and Sarah Adaline (Funk) Church. He married Becky Nichols and she survives of the home. Forest was employed as a chinist with Schultz Tractor Machine Service in Clinton. He was a member of Calhoun Baptist Church and was also a member of the Clinton Sunrise Optimist Club. He graduated from Calhoun High School and had attended College of the Ozarks in Hollister. Forest was very active with the 4-H clubs where he was a shooting sports instructor. He also volunteered with the Missouri Department of Conservation, helping with the Hunter Safety courses. When time permitted, Forest loved to hunt and fish, or do anything outdoors. In addition to his wife, Becky, survivors include two daughters, Elizabeth A. Church and Sarah Marie Church, both of Clinton; two brothers, Dale E. Church and his wife Sharon, and Charles Church, all of Clinton; three sisters, Barbara A. West, Springfield, Helen Sell and her husband Dwight, Calhoun, Ellen Chilson and her husband David J., Harrisonville; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews and many other extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Jimmie Leon Church. Funeral services will be Wednesday, April 20, at Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Burial will be in Calhoun Cemetery, Calhoun.

CHURCH, Gary R.
1938-1991
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Gary R. Church, 52, Rt. 4, Warsaw, Missouri, died Friday evening, June 7, 1991, at the Golden valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. He was born at Brownington, December 1, 1938, a son of Roehl and Ione Malone Church. On December 31, 1960, he was united in marriage to Shirley Bledsoe and she survives of the home. He had worked for United Telephone Company since November of 1959 and had lived in Benton County for 28 years. He was a member of Cole Camp Masonic Lodge and Lakeside Baptist Church. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marines. Other survivors include two daughters, Karen Sue Stevens, Rt. 4, Warsaw, and Teresa Bottcher of Blue Springs; one son Tommy Church of Lincoln; his father and stepmother, Roehl and Mildred Church of Deepwater; one brother, John Church of Deepwater; one sister, Joyce Hills of Deepwater; nine grandchildren and one stepbrother Gene Lozaw of Salem. Funeral services were held Monday, June 10, at the First Baptist Church in Lincoln. Burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington, under the direction of Fred Davis and Sons Funeral Home, Lincoln.

CHURCH, Hattie Leeona FITZPATRICK McGINNIS
1884-1963
Green Lawn Cemetery, Rich Hill, Bates Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Jun 18 1963 - Funeral services for Mrs. Hattie Church, who died Sunday, June 14, 1963 at the Jolley Nursing Home in Clinton, were held at the Culver-Underwood Chapel in Butler, June 16. Burial was in the family plot in Rich Hill Cemetery beside her husband and daughter. Hattie Leona Fitzpatrick, daughter of G. W. and Sara Dallis Fitzpatrick, was born March 31, 1884, at Schell City, Vernon County, Mo. On December 24, 1899, she was married to Perry McGinnis. One daughter, Edna, was born to them and she preceded her mother in death on November 4, 1929. On July 12, 1915, she was married to Arzah B. Church. They resided in Brownington for about 40 years, moving to Rich Hill in 1955. Mr. Church died February 1, 1961. Mrs. Church had been in failing health the past three years. She was hospitalized at the Ellett Memorial Hospital, Appleton City from February 10 to March 10, when she was transferred to the Jolley Nursing Home. a close friend and former Brownington neighbor, Mrs. Bertha Stanley, looked after her needs and visited regularly. A close relationship existed between the two. Mrs. Church enjoyed piecing quilts as long as her health permitted. She was a member of the Christian Church in Rich Hill. One sister, Mrs. Lillie Campbell, Rich Hill, survives. Preceding her in death other than her husband and daughter aforementioned, were four brothers and three sisters.

CHURCH, Hazel Marie BROGDEN
1933-2004
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 23 2004 - Hazel Marie Church, 70, Joplin, died Sunday, June 20, 2004, at her home. She was born October 31, 1933, in Wayne County, North Carolina, to George and Odell Brogden. She married Duane Church September 6, 1961, in California. She was preceded in death by her husband Duane, one daughter Theresa in 1993; her parents and one brother Henry. She is survived by her son Dan Church and his wife Mary, Aurora, Colorado; her daughters, Kay Dimetroff, Duenweg, Linda Born and her husband Joe, Joplin; 10 grandchildren, Brian Mavis, Chris and Nathan Born, Justin, Kyle and Jenna Dimetroff, Joplin, Joseph Born and his wife Brittanica, Lamar, Liz Stewart and husband Tim, Dana and Chrissy Church and their mother Barbara Church, Colorado; six great-grandchildren, Cora, Akylah, Danny, Chante, Austin and Haily; three sisters, Beatrice Williams, Dorothy (Dot) Padgett and her husband Cecil and Christine Sutton, all of North Carolina; several nieces and nephews and many friends. She attended Calvary Chapel. She worked for Elders and Miller Manufacturing until her retirement in 1986. She was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, June 23, at Mason-Woodard Chapel, 3701 East 7th Street, Joplin.

CHURCH, Herbert William
1851-1937
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jun 1937 - The Angle of Death entered the home of Herbert Wm. Church and gently bore him to his eternal rest, at 10:30 p.m., June 16 1937. Herbert was the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Church and was born at Shelby Center, N.Y., July 28, 1851. Part of his boyhood days were spent in New York but at an early age he moved with his parents to Homer, Mich. He was united in marriage to Miss Arletta Warner in 1874. His parents moved to Missouri in 1877 and Herbert and family moved also, having purchased a section of land southeast of Brownington, residing near Diamond Point. Five years later some friends were going to Dakota to take up a claim, driving through in a covered wagon, so he decided to take his family and go, too, but the country was so wild and barren, he thought Missouri looked best, so he sold his claim to his uncle and returned to Missouri. Darby-Good was operating a flour mill in Brownington and he went to work for them as engineer, and was working there at the time of his devoted wife's death, September 8, 1888. He was also a carpenter and later he owned and operated a mill. He and his wife were blessed with five children, three of whom survive, Mrs. Henry Hearn, Deepwater; Olin, Clinton; Fora, Lowry City. He was married to Miss Lula Cottrill at Brownington May 8, 1891. He and wife moved to Clinton in 1892 and built the Foote Bros. Brick Yard twice as it was destroyed by fire once. In 1905 he returned to Brownington and purchased a farm out of town, near his parents' home and resided there until September 1936, when he moved to town and it was there he died. To this union four children were born, three of whom survive, Mrs. Tillman Park, Fairfax, Mo.; Wade, Clinton; Mrs. Vernon Park, Lowry City. Besides his faithful loving wife and children, he is survived by one brother, Fay, Coffeyville, Kans., 22 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. While a young man he became a Christian, was a member of the Presbyterian church at Brownington where he was an active, faithful worker until his health failed him, and the minister, Bro. Walkup, was always a welcome guest in the home. Mr. Church had many friends and was liked and loved by all who came in contact with him as his was a kind, loving and considerate disposition. He loved and had consideration for his family. He gave a comfort and happiness that brightened their pathway, which will always keep his memory warm in the hearts of his loved ones. During the weeks of his illness, his suffering was great, but he bore it with patience and fortitude, never murmuring. He called his loving wife, children, and grandchildren as they tenderly cared for him, and told them what he wanted done and said good-bye. He was ready to go, for he feared not to meet his Maker. The pallbearers were grandsons, Herbert Barter, Leroy, William, Delman, Julian and Roehl Church. The flower bearers were great-granddaughters, Thelma Fern Barter, Wanda and Luella Church, Lois Janea, and Genevia Park. Funeral services were conducted at the home Friday. The body was lovingly laid to rest in the Brownington cemetery.

CHURCH, Ione MALONE
1909-1954
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Nov 11 1954 - Funeral services for Mrs. Roehl Church, 45, who died November 3, at her home 1/2 mile west of Deepwater, were held November 6, at the Sickman-Dunning Funeral Home. Internment was in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor, MO. Ione Malone was born at Windsor, Mo., March 23, 1909, the eldest of seven children of Roy and Ethel Stickrod Malone, her father and two sisters preceding her in death. As a young girl of 15 she moved with her parents to Brownington. On July 14, 1928, she married Roehl Church to which union five children were born. They resided in Brownington until two years ago when they moved to the home 1/2 mile west of Deepwater. As a young girl she united with the Brownington Baptist Church in 1924. Survivors are the husband and one daughter Joyce of the home; four sons, Gary and Johnny, also of the home; Cpl. Keith Church, Barksdale Air Force Base, Lubbock, Texas; one daughter-in-law, Mrs. Keith Church, Shreveport, La.; her mother Mrs. Ethel Malone, Windsor; three sisters, Mrs. Elwood Patrick, Mrs. Donald Voss, and Mrs. Oklin Buell, also one brother, Leroy Malone, all of Windsor; other relatives and many friends.

CHURCH, Jay Guy
1876-1921
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Dec 16 1921 - J. Church was born in Homer, Mich., Nov. 9, 1879, and passed to his reward Dec. 3, 1921, at his home in Brownington at the age of 42 years. On January 26, 1899, he was united in marriage to Lura Mae Cooper and to their union six children were born. At the age of 18 months he was brought by his parents to Brownington, where he resided until his death. He was a member of the Christian church at Brownington, having professed faith on Easter Sunday, 1907. Besides the wife and children there are left one sister, two half sisters, two brothers and one half brother. After funeral service Sunday afternoon, the remains were laid to rest in Brownington cemetery.

CHURCH, Jimmie L.
1942-2001
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 10 2001 - Jimmie L. Church, 59, Calhoun, died Friday, December 7, 2001, at his home. He was born February 12, 1942, in Rich Hill, the son of Clarence Wilbur Church and Sarah Adeline (Funk) Church. He had lived most of his life in Kansas City. He was a taxi cab driver for many years in Kansas City, retiring in 1997. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a volunteer for the Windsor Senior Center. Survivors include his mother, Sarah Adeline Church, Calhoun; a daughter, Sabrina Peek, Adrian; a stepdaughter, Joyce Bowie, Belton; three grandchildren, three step-grandchildren; three brothers, Dale E. Church and wife, Sharon, Clinton, Charles Church, Calhoun, and Forest Church and wife, Becky, Clinton; three sisters, Barbara West, Springfield, Helen Sell and husband, Dwight, Calhoun, and Ellen Chilson and husband, David, Harrisonville; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Church; an infant brother and an infant sister. Funeral services were Monday, December 10 at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in the Calhoun Cemetery.

CHURCH, John Lynn
1935-1994
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - John Lynn Church of Deepwater died September 3, 1994, at the age of 58. He was born to Roehl and Ione Church in Brownington November 12, 1935. He was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1954, serving a 19-month tour in Germany and four more years of reserve duty. He worked 12 years for Peabody Coal Co. Reliance Shop. At the time of his death he worked for Wirsig Brothers Trucking. He loved the outdoors. He enjoyed sports, fishing and hunting and spending time with family and friends. He was united in marriage to Janie Lea Periman December 15, 1961. To this union two daughters were born, Lora Hathcock of Clinton and Karla Foster of Deepwater. He was preceded in death by his mother Ione Church, and three brothers, Dwayne, Keith and Gary. He is survived by his wife Jane; daughters Lora and Karla; five grandchildren, Duston and Kyle Foster and Ashlee, Anthony and Kendal Hathcock; his father, Roehl and stepmother Mildred of Deepwater; sister Joyce Hills, Deepwater; one stepbrother, Gene Lozaw, Lebanon, and other family and friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Tuesday, September 6. Burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

CHURCH, Juanita M. WATSON
1923-1994
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Juanita M. Watson was born March 18, 1923, in Columbia, the daughter of Jesse Otis Watson Sr. and Emma Dena (Lewis) Watson. She died July 20, 1994, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital at the age of 71. She moved to Clinton from Sedalia in 1939, graduating from Clinton High School in 1941. She attended St. Luke's Hospital, School of Nursing of Kansas City and graduate din 1944 as an RN. Juanita served as a Second Lieutenant in the Army Medical Corps during World War II. She was a member of the alumni of St. Luke's School. She was married to Marvin B. "Jack" Church on May 18 1945, in Olathe, Kansas, and to this union two daughters were born. Marvin preceded her in death on July 13, 1990, after 45 years of marriage. Juanita and her husband were confirmed together in 1951 by Pastor W. T. Niemeier at Clinton Trinity Lutheran Church. At the time of her death, she was a devoted member of Salvation Evangelical Lutheran Church in Daugherty. She had a great love for animals and spent most of her life raising Cocker Spaniels. Shadow and Droopy were her four-legged companions in most recent years. Most of Juanita's life was devoted to nursing and care of those who needed her knowledge, skill and expertise. She was respected and admired by all of her coworker, as well as those she cared for. She worked at Clinton General Hospital from 1945 until 1972, then part-time at Windsor Hospital from 1979 until 1982. when the new Golden Valley Memorial Hospital was built, she was there from opening day until her retirement in 1984. She worked as day supervisor, assistant director of nurses and surgical floor head nurse. Juanita and Jack received great joy as grandparents in giving of their love to their grandchildren. She is survived by two daughters, Connie Church, Raytown, Peggy Kesl and husband Dr. Dale W. Kesl, Warsaw; one brother, Bill Watson, Marshall; five grandchildren, Megan, James Matthew, Allison and Abigail, all of Warsaw; 14 nephews, 15 nieces, numerous friends and relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Jesse Otis Watson Jr. Funeral services were Saturday, July 23, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CHURCH, Lula Addie COTRILL
1866-1949
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 28 1949 - Mrs. Lula Addie Church, 83, widow of the late Herbert Church, passed away Thursday, July 21, 1949, at her home in Brownington, Mo. at 10:20 p.m. as she was listening to her radio. Funeral services were held Saturday, July 23 in the Presbyterian Church at Brownington. Interment was in Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington. Lula Addie Cotrill, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Pat Cotrill, was born in Brownington, May 8, 1866, her parents arriving a short time before by covered wagon from Bloomington, Illinois. They both contacted pneumonia while she was an infant and died. She was reared by an older sister, Jane Lowry. The Presbyterian Church of Brownington was organized in 1870 and she was a charter member. She was united in marriage to Herbert Church, May 8, 1891 in Brownington. Her husband preceded her in death July 16, 1937. To this union was born 4 children, two daughters who survive and two sons, Wade and Dewey, who also preceded her in death. She was like a mother to the 4 children of Mr. Church by an earlier marriage, two of whom preceded her in death. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Mary Park, Fairfax, MO., Mrs. Cecil Park, Lowry City, and Mrs. Bessie Hearn, Deepwater; a son Olin Church, Chilhowee; 23 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

CHURCH, Mary Geraldine "Nellie" BENTLEY
1833-1923
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Dec 14 1923 - Death of a model Christian and a mother at her son's home in Brownington, Mo., November 23rd, Mary G. Church passed to her rest. She had been a very patient sufferer for several months, and her true Christian spirit drew forth the profound sympathy of a host of friends. Grandma Church, as she was called, was honored and loved by all. She was always faithful to her duty wherever God called her. She united with the church in her early girlhood. She was born in the state of New York, Orleans county, at Shelby Center, on September 1, 1833. She was 90 years, 3 months and 23 days old at the time of her death. She was married to Charles Church on October 18, 1849, and to them were born five children, two of whom have gone on before. The others are: Herbert Church, who resides at Brownington; Eli Church, of Clinton, and Fay Church, of Coffeyville, Kansas. In the year 1877 they moved to Brownington, where she resided until her death. She had 21 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. She always enjoyed to have these children about her. Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church Saturday afternoon. She was tenderly laid to rest in the Brownington cemetery.

CHURCH, Max H.
1926-2005
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 11 2005 - Max H. Church, childhood resident of Henry County, died April 14, 2005, at his home in Napa, California, after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born January 25, 1926, in Brownington to William and Elno (Webb) Church, who preceded him in death. He moved to California with his parents in 1942. He graduated from Napa High School in 1943, and enlisted in the Navy February 1944 where he served as a signal man until his discharge in May 1946. He returned to Napa and was employed at the Mare Island Naval shipyard from which he retired after many years of service. He is survived by Elaine Church, his wife of 50 years; children, Crystal McCall of Napa, Charlotte Denby of Sebastopol, Kathleen Church of Rancho Cordova, and Bill Church of Napa. He also leaves five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Mr. Church's ashes will be returned to Missouri and interred at Maplewood Cemetery Sunday, May 15.

CHURCH, Mildred Margaret SNYDER LOZAW
1925-2000
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 26 2000 - Mildred Margaret Church, daughter of Buel Chester and Mildred Mary (Naylor) Snyder, was born August 21, 1925, in Clinton, and died at the Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, on October 10, 2000, at the age of 75 years. She married Edward Lozaw, who preceded her in death on September 8, 1955, and later she married Roehl Church of Deepwater who also preceded her in death on October 17, 1999. Mildred was an active member of the Christian Church of Deepwater, where she led the choir every Sunday. She was a devoted employee of the Wetzel Family for almost 50 years and served in many roles. Mildred will be remembered as one of the finest and most respected historians in Henry County. She was very active in the Henry County Historical Society and served as chair of the Historic Sites Committee. Her accomplishments are countless. She was very instrumental in beginning and maintaining the Henry County Museum, as well as the Deepwater Museum. A few of her fondest accomplishments are the midnight move of the dog Trot Cabin from Montrose to Clinton, which has led to an impressive addition to the Museum. She had a very active role in the restoration and preservation efforts of the Dorman House, and of course her most recent and final accomplishment of authoring the Henry County Pictorial History Book. A favorite pastime of Mildred's was traipsing through cemeteries, uncovering lost and forgotten stones and then recording the history that someone had gotten lost along the way. Words can never describe what a wonderful woman Mildred Church was. She enriched the lives of many and will be sadly missed. Mildred was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Edward Lozaw; her second husband, Roehl Church; four stepsons, Keith Church, Gary Church, Duane Church and John Church. Mildred is survived by her son, Gene Lozaw and his wife, Karen, Lebanon; one step-daughter, Joyce Hills of Deepwater; one sister, Ellen Church; one grandson, Matthew Lozaw; two granddaughters, Shelly Keefe and husband, Sean and Tracy Lozaw; 13 step-grandchildren, Karen, Tommy, Teresa, Debbie, Robbie, Gary Wayne, Laura, Karla, Linda, Kay, Danny, Marty and Joyce Deanna, as well as several great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Graveside services were held at the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, on Friday, October 13. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CHURCH, Myrtle Dove TULLIS
1882-1966
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Funeral services for Mrs. Myrtle Church, 82, of 115 East Elm, were held February 7, at the Sickman-Dunning Funeral Home. Interment was in Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington. Myrtle Tullis, daughter of Michael and Ida M. Munson Tullis, was born in Brownington, October 27, 1882, and died at her home February 3, 1966, following a long illness. A daughter, Mrs. Lewis (Pansy) Starks, who had tenderly cared for her the past three years, was at her bedside at the time of her death. This vigil of love, that brightened the last years of Mrs. Church's life, was shared frequently by a son, Leory Church. She was married to O. L. Church August 3, 1903, a marriage that was rich in love and companionship until severed by the death of Mr. Church on April 18, 1965. Early in life Mrs. Church accepted Christ as her Savior and united with the Brownington Baptist Church, where her membership remained. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Lewis Starks of Oak Grove and Mrs. Velma DeLozier of Tacoma, Washington; one son Leroy Church of Kansas City; four sisters, Mrs. Bessie Hoover, Brownington, Mrs. Dorothy Rogers, Kansas City, Mrs. Pearl Dennison, Mobridge, S. D., Mrs. Pansy Sykes, Bartlesville, Oklahoma; two brothers, Rolla Tullis, Hanford, California, and Cleve Tullis, Brownington; 8 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.

CHURCH, Olin L.
1881-1965
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Apr 22 1965 - Funeral services for Olin Church, 83, near Clinton, who died Sunday, April 18, were conducted April 22, at the Sickman and Dunning Funeral Home. Burial at Maplewood. Mr. Church, who died at Clinton General Hospital, had suffered a heart attack at his home, a mile south and a mile east of Golden Gate Church, about 11:00 a.m. Sunday, and entered the hospital about 1:30 p.m., where he succumbed that evening at 8 o'clock. Olin Church, son of Herbert and Arletta Warner Church, was born in Henry County, August 13, 1881. He was a farmer and spent his entire life in the Clinton and Brownington area. On August 3, 1903, he married Miss Myrtle Tullis. Two daughters and a son were born to them. Surviving are his wife Myrtle of the home; two daughters, Mrs. Pansy Starks, Blue Springs, who has stayed with her parents most of the time since her father suffered his first heart attack about two years ago, and Mrs. Velma DeLozier, Tacoma, Wa.; a son Leroy Church, Kansas City; a sister Mrs. Bessie Hearn, Deepwater, presently at the home of her daughter Mrs. Lillian Paulson, LaFeria, Tx., and unable to come for the last rites; two half-sisters, Mrs. Vernie Park, Lowry City, and Mrs. Mary Park, Fairfax; 8 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were two brothers, Jay and Fora Church, two half-brothers, Dewey and Wade Church.

CHURCH, Roehl Herbert
1907-1998
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Roehl Herbert Church was born October 9, 1907, in Brownington to Jay and Lura (Cooper) Church. He had been in declining health for the past year, but enjoyed his 91st birthday on Friday, October 9. The following day he suffered a stroke and died peacefully one week later in his home, surrounded by his loved ones. Roehl's boyhood was spent in the Brownington area where he explored the river and the fields with his two brothers and three sisters. Many area baseball games found him behind the catcher's mask playing the game he loved, and a game he later enjoyed as a spectator when he could no longer participate. In 1928, he married Ione Malone of Brownington and to them were born five children, Joyce, Duane, Keith, John and Gary. In 1941 the family moved to California where they remained until the close of World War II. Upon their return, Roehl drove a transport truck for W. S. Dickey Tile Co., later operating his own fleet of trucks from the Knisely Rock Quarry for 15 years. He was custodian and bus driver in the Deepwater School System from 1966 through 1969. In 1957 he and Mildred Snyder Lozaw were married and they made their home in Deepwater the remainder of his life. He is survived by his wife Mildred, of the home; a daughter Joyce and her husband Donald "Stag" Hills, Deepwater, Shirley T. Church, Clinton, Shirley Jean Church, Warsaw, and Hazel Church, Joplin; 14 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, three great-great-granddaughters, many nieces and nephews and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Iona, sons, Duane, Keith, John and Gary, and by a grandson Kenny Hills; his father and mother; two brothers, Bill and Charles, and three sisters, Eva Heard, Clarice Franks and his twin sister Rosa Helen Roberts. Graveside services were held at the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington, on Wednesday, October 21, 1998. Burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

CHURCH, Sarah Adeline FUNK
1920-2004
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 13 2004 - Sarah Adeline Church, 84, died early Sunday, Feb. 8, 2004, at her home in Calhoun. She was born January 6, 1920, in rural Windsor, a daughter of Albert Parker Funk and Goldie Ann (McLain) Funk. On January 3, 1939, in Nevada, Mo., she married Clarence Wilbur Church, who died December 8, 1985. She was a homemaker. She also worked as a cook for the former Moffett Hospital in Windsor and cleaned houses in the Calhoun area. She was a member of the Calhoun Baptist Church. Survivors include three sons, Dale E. Church and forest "Woody" Church, both of Clinton, and Charles Church, Calhoun; three daughters, Barbara West, Springfield, Helen Sell, Calhoun, and Ellen Chilson, Harrisonville; 13 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren; a brother, Herbert Lee Funk, Windsor; three sisters, Ruth Berry, Calhoun, and Louise Crawford and Ruby Miller, both of Clinton; several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Church was preceded in death by an infant son, an infant daughter, a son Jimmie Church; a brother Martin Funk, and a sister Maxine Baskins. Funeral services were Wednesday, February 11, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in Calhoun Cemetery.

CHURCH, Terence Joseph
1957-2010
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 21 2010 - Terence Joseph Joe Church, age 53, Clinton, died on Saturday, December 18, 2010, at St. Joseph Hospital in Kansas City. Joe was born in Clinton on October 31, 1957, to Julian D. and Bonnie K. (McEvilly) Church. His parents preceded Joe in death. After graduating from Clinton High School, he went to work at Allied Barton as a Security Officer at Kansas City Power and Light, Montrose plant. Besides loving his family and friends, Joe loved to watch Nascar. The high point of his life was traveling to and attending the Nascar race at Daytona Beach, FL. Joe also loved his dogs and he loved to work in his woodworking shop. He was a member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church of Clinton. Joe is survived by: eleven brothers and sisters, Judie Chalfant and husband, Ron, of Plantsville, CT, Joyce Church of Southington, CT, Teresa Harding of Clinton, MO, Martha Goodrich and husband, Joe, of Mt. Pleasant, TX, J. D. Church and wife, Peggy, of Grand Saline, TX, Mary Humphrey and husband, Tim, of Savannah, TX, Charlene McVay and husband, Steve, of Wylie, TX, Marvin Church of Raleigh, NC, Brenda Dillard and husband, David, of Carrollton, TX, Brian Church and wife, Annamary, of Raleigh, NC, and Curtis Church and wife, Tammy, of Raleigh, NC. Numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews also survive him. A funeral service will be held Thursday, December 23, at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Clinton, with burial following at the Englewood Cemetery.

CHURCH, Thelma Yvonne HAMMONS
1921-2004
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 12 2004 - Thelma Yvonne Church, 82, daughter of Eary and Lula Hammons, died Monday, February 2, 2004, at her home in Clinton. She was born in Iconium, February 7, 1921, a devoted and much loved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to all. Thelma married Delman "Babe" Church November 5, 1947. To that union three children were born - Lowell Wade, Vickie Jean and Pattie Lea. Throughout the years, travel across America with their children brought a source of great happiness. Thelma was preceded in death by a son, Darrell Anthony Church; her parents, Eary and Lula Hammons and her brother Elvin Hammons. Thelma is survived by her husband; her son and daughter-in-law, Lowell and Brenda Church, Hoyt, Kansas; her daughter and son-in-law, Vickie and Jack Figg, Lee's Summit; her daughter Pattie Johnson, Clinton; her grandchildren, Clint Johnson, Amy Johnson, Caleb Johnson, Michelle Figg, Elizabeth Jo Boswell, Samantha church; her great-grandchildren, Macey Johnson, Rhianne Johnson, and her step-grandchildren, Riley Bell, Rebecca Bell and Shayne Boswell; one brother, Dale Hammons, Clinton, and three sisters, Faye Hamblin and Irene Church, both of Clinton, and Blondena Barker, Higginsville. Her family will always cherish the many heirloom quilts and embroidered works Thelma made and graciously gave as gifts of love over the years. She will be remembered for her strength of character as she endured Parkinson Disease for the past 20 years. Her family will forever hold her memories in their hearts. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills chapel on Thursday, February 5. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CHURCHILL, Armstead Ludwell
1868-1928
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Lud Churchill - Armistead Ludwell Churchill was born near Windsor, Mo., Dec. 29, 1868, a son of H. C. and Virginia Owsley Churchill, died Sunday morning, Nov. 18, at Rochester, Minn., after an operation on Saturday morning. He had been in bad health for eight years. About 39 years ago he was married to Mamie Squires, who died five years ago next January. Two children, Mrs. Helen Slack of Sikeston, Mo., and a son, Halsell, who died at the age of two years, were born to them. He traveled out of St. Louis for many years, then moved to Vinita, Oklahoma, thirty-two years ago, where he has since resided. He was public spirited and always a booster for everything that built up the community. He had been president of the First National Bank of Vinita for many years and was vice-president of the National Jersey Association. He organized the Rotary Club at Vinita, was a 32nd degree Mason and Shriner, and a member of the Presbyterian church at Vinita. Besides his daughter he leaves his father, H. C. Churchill, three sisters, Mrs. Myda Garrett, Pryor, Okla.; Flossie Ball of Mangum, Okla., and Miss Mary Churchill of Windsor, and one brother, Barber Churchill of Bartlesville, Okla. Funeral services were conducted at his home in Vinita Wednesday afternoon, and interment will be made in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor, this (Thursday) afternoon under the auspices of the Masonic lodge.

CHURCHILL, Henry C.
1845-1936
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Henry C. Churchill, Oldest Mason In Missouri, Died Here Saturday - Pioneer Citizen and Business Man Had Lived In Windsor for Over Sixty-five Years - With the death of Henry C. Churchill, which occurred Saturday, July 11 1936, Windsor has lost the last of its old line pioneer citizens and business men. Mr. Churchill came to Windsor February 1, 1871, as a young man twenty-five years of age, when Windsor was only a small trading center, and opened a hardware store, and from that day until his recent failure in health, he has identified himself with every progressive movement for the betterment of the city. He disposed of his hardware business in 1876 to W. J. Colbow, and purchased a drug store which he operated until 1886, andas then disposed of it to join his brother-in-law, the late R. N. Owsley, in the operation of a flour mill, located at the present site of the Windsor Ice Plant. This was destroyed by the explosion of the boilers in 1891, and he then assisted in the organization of a company to build a new mill near the Missouri, Kansas and Texas railroad, which was afterwards acquired by Ed Willoughby, and later destroyed by fire. Space will not permit to detail all of the activities of Mr. Churchill's life, but it can be said that he was actively connected with every progressive community and business activity for the past sixty-five years. He was Mayor of Windsor for one term, was City Clerk one term, served on the School Board fourteen years, was a charter member of the Windsor Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, and had been an active member of the Masonic Lodge for sixty-eight years. Mr. Churchill had the distinction and honor of being the oldest Mason in the state of Missouri. He was a charter member and active in the organization of the Retail Druggist Association for the State of Missouri, and was the first vice-president of the State organization; was active in the organization of the first bank in Windsor in 1877, and was also Secretary of the first Building and Loan Association organized in Windsor. In his home he was a typical Southern host, and his greatest pleasure in life was to entertain and enjoy the fellowship and companionship of his friends. Henry C. Churchill, the son of A. L. and Rebecca C. Churchill, was born in Union County, Kentucky, August 31, 1845, and came to Johnson County, Missouri, with his parents and two sisters in 1866, where he lived until he moved to Windsor in 1871. He was married November 20 1866, to Miss Virginia Owsley, in Johnson County, Missouri, and to this union were born, Armstead L. (now deceased), Eliza (now Mrs. R. H. Garrett) and Florence (now Mrs. J. Parks Ball). Mrs. Virginia Churchill died June 24, 1879, and in October, 1881 Mr. Churchill was married to Miss Missouri Campbell, and to this union were born two children, Samuel Barber and Mary J., who survive him. Mrs. Missouri Churchill died November 29, 1889. He later married Mrs. Sarah E. Barber, who preceded him in death on November 20, 1912. Since her death he and his daughter, Mary J., have made their home on Tebo street in Windsor, where he departed this life on Saturday evening at ten o'clock. In August, 1866, at a revival service conducted by Rev. B. F. Lawler and Rev. Frank Goodwin at old Hickory Point church in Johnson County, he was converted and joined the Hickory Point Baptist Church and has lived a faithful, consistent and active Christian life from that time to the time of his death. In addition to his children, all of whom were with him at the time of his death, he leaves one sister, Mrs. Fannie Calmes, of Windsor, two grandchildren, Mrs. Helen Slack of Sikeston, Mo., and Homer Churchill of Newark, New Jersey and one great grandchild, Churchill Slack of Sikeston, Mo. In his passing it can be truly said that Windsor and community has lost its outstanding pioneer citizen, who has given unselfishly of his time, energy and money to make his town and community a better place in which to live, and he will be remembered by the present generation was one of our most dependable and outstanding citizens. The funeral service was held from the home on Monday morning. The beautiful and impressive Masonic burial service was held at the grave side and he was laid to rest in the family lot in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

CIBRIAN, Claudeen TIPPETTS
1951-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 7 2003 - Claudeen Cibrian, daughter of Harold and Betty Jean (Brown) Tippetts, was born February 26, 1951, in Salt Lake City, Utah, and died at her home in Blairstown on December 20, 2002, at the age of 51-years-old. Claudeen was a customer service specialist for Wal-Mart in North Kansas City and Harrisonville. She is survived by her mother, Betty Tippetts of the home; one son, Luis Antonio Cibrian of Kansas City; three daughters, Cecilia Cibrian of Independence, Dana Navarro of Homeland, California, and Crystal Jeannette Cibrian of Greenwood Village, Colorado; four brothers, Mark Tippetts of Texas, Kelley Tippetts of Urich, Kurt Tippetts of Greenwood and Scott Tippetts of St. Louis; three sisters, Marjean Babbitt of Mesa, Arizona, Ruth Bentacourt of North Kansas City, as well as six grandchildren and one great-grandson. Memorial services were held at the Unity Temple on the Plaza Charles Filmore Chapel on Saturday, December 28.

CISEL, Eileen M. MILLER
1919-2015
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Eileen M. (Miller) Cisel, 95, of Jefferson City, Missouri, formerly of Windsor, MO, died Monday, March 23, 2015, at Heisinger Bluffs Senior Living Community, Jefferson City, MO. She was born November 28, 1919, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Clement George Miller and Minnie Ellen Weston, both immigrants from England, who had settled in the Kansas City area. Eileen attended and graduated from Paseo High School and the Junior College of Kansas City with an arts and science degree. On March 29, 1940, in Kansas City, she married Paul William Cisel and he preceded her in death December 25, 1992. Eileen worked in the office of B&G Hosiery Company and the office of the Better Business Bureau before her marriage to Paul. After World War II was declared, she went to work for Lake City Ordinance Plant as a secretary. In December 1942, Paul joined the United States Navy and in 1943 they were stationed in Florida. In 1944, Judy Lee was born and they spent the remainder of their naval service in California. Paul finished his service with the U.S. Navy in 1946 and they moved to Windsor. Paul opened his own law firm and Eileen embraced this town as her own. In 1948, Eileen and Paul welcomed their second daughter, Jane Ellen. Eileen was involved in numerous community organizations including the girl Scouts, PTA, GFWC Keystone Club, Windsor Garden Club, Missouri Community Betterment and Chapter B.A., P.E.O. She was a member of the Windsor United Methodist Church and was in charge of their floral arrangements for many years. Eileen was a true hostess and enjoyed entertaining her family and friends through both small and large functions. She enjoyed gardening at home and traveling with her husband, particularly their hunting trips to South Dakota and to their second home in Florida. In 2008, she moved to mid Missouri to be closer to her family. Eileen was surrounded by her family at all times and was with her family at the time of her death. Eileen celebrated her 95th birthday this past Thanksgiving surrounded by her family. She always had a smile on her face, a positive attitude and knew no stranger. Eileen will be remembered in our hearts always! Survivors include two daughters, Jane Kopp, and her husband John, Jefferson City, MO; Judy Kramer and her husband Andy, Broomfield, Colorado; and 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren: Jennifer Kopp Dameron and Matt Dameron, and Tyson, Nora and Emma, Kansas City, MO; Major Matthew Kopp and Stephanie Kopp, O'Fallon, IL; Andrew Kopp and Tamara Kopp, and Collin and Paige, Columbia, MO; Brooke Jamison Lynch and Mike Lynch, and Teegan, Washington, DC.; and Paul Kramer, San Francisco, CA. Graveside funeral services will be Friday, March 27, 2015, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CISEL, Paul William
1917-1992
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Paul W. Cisel, 75, of Windsor, died Friday, December 25, at his home in Windsor. He was born April 7, 1917 In Kansas City, the son of Levi Dennis Cisel and Josephine Blanche Baugh Cisel. On March 29, 1940, in Kansas City, he married Eileen M. Miller, who survives of the home in Windsor. Mr. Cisel was an attorney for 51 years retiring in 1991. He was in private practice in Windsor for most of that time as senior partner of the Cisel & Kopp law firm. He was a member of the Missouri Bar Association and the Henry County Bar Association; the V.F.W. Post 2610 and the American Legion, both of Windsor; he was former member and past president of the Windsor Lions Club: former attorney for the city of Windsor, former attorney for the Windsor School District: member of the Windsor United Methodist Church and was co-owner and operator of the Resthaven of Windsor Nursing Home. In addition to his wife, Mr. Cisel is survived by two daughters, Jane Kopp, Windsor, Judy Kramer. Aurora, Colorado, and five grandchildren. Funeral services were Monday, December 28, at the Hadley Funeral Home in Windsor. Burial was in the Laurel Oak Cemetery. Windsor.

CISSELL, Margie L. ROMINE
1943-2006
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 2 2006 - Margie L. Cissell, 62, of Calhoun, Missouri, died early Friday morning, July 28, 2006, at Research Medical Center, Kansas City, Mo. She was born December 29, 1943, in Cash, Arkansas, the daughter of Lonnie Melvin Romine and Pauline (Yates) Romine. On March 9, 1963, in St. Louis, Mo., she married Richard Edward Cissell who survives of the home in Calhoun. Margie worked at the former Consumer’s grocery store in Clinton for over 10 years. In addition to her husband, Richard, of the home in Calhoun, survivors include a son, Glen E. Cissell, of the home in Calhoun; a granddaughter, Sierra Houk; 3 brothers, Melvin Franklin Wayne Romine and his wife, Ann, State of Texas, Bobbie Ray Romine and his wife Viola, Winslow, Ark., and James Romine and his wife Cathy, Mountainburg, Ark.; and a sister, Jean (Romine) Binder, Winslow, Ark. She was preceded in death by her parents; 3 brothers, Harold Gene Romine, Edgar Roy Romine, and Ronnie Allen Romine who died February 21, 2006; and a brother-in-law, Ralph Binder who died August 23, 2005. Cremation. Memorial services will be Friday, August 4, 2006 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home.

CITLAU, Mary L. OWEN
1917-2004
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 7 2004 - Mary L. Citlau of Anaheim, California, died May 10, 2004, at the age of 87 years and three months. Graveside services were held in Clinton on June 4 at Englewood Cemetery at 11 a.m. She was born near Smithville in 1917 and was a 1936 graduate of Smithville High School. She married Ronald Citlau of Kansas City December 24, 1940. They lived most of their married life in California. They retired to a farm in the George community south of Calhoun, where they lived for 15 years. Mary worked at P.N. Hirsch on the Square in Clinton for several years. After her husband's death, she moved to Independence and later returned to California to be near her son and family. She was preceded in death by her husband and parents, Luther and Lona Owen. She is survived by her son, Ronald Jr. and wife Renee; six grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; two sisters, Jennie Peterman of Clinton and Darlene Wilson of Smithville.

CLABAUGH, Geraldine STRAW
1909-2005
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 23 2005 - Geraldine Straw Clabaugh, 96, Bella Vista, Arkansas, died Tuesday, June 21, 2005, at Northwest Medical Center of Benton County in Bentonville, Arkansas. She was born February 19, 1909 at Deepwater. She graduated from Warrensburg Teachers College. She taught early primary grades for many years in Missouri schools ending as assistant principal in an elementary school in the St. Louis area. In September 1945 (on last convoy of the war - 10 days San Francisco to Honolulu) she taught at Iolani, a private Episcopal School for boys. In 1947 she married Ben Clabaugh. In 1948 she taught in public schools in Hawaii for seven years before moving in 1963 to the West Coast living in Portland, Oregon, and San Francisco area. In 1977 she moved to Bella Vista, Arkansas. A memorial service will be held Friday, June 24, at First Presbyterian Church of Bentonville. Arrangements by Bella Vista Funeral Home and Crematory.

CLANCY, John W. Sr.
1923-1991
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - John W. Clancy, 68, California, Mo. died Friday, Sept. 20, 1991 at his home. He was born April 28, 1923 in Prairie Home, Mo., son of Thomas James and Annie Franklin Clancy. On Jan. 2, 1976, in Houston, Mo., he married Norma Potts, who survives of the home. Mr. Clancy worked for the sanitation department of Cargill, Inc., California, Mo., until his retirement in November, 1990. He was a member of the Cedron Catholic Church and served in the Army during World War II. Survivors include five sons, William Clancy, Ottawa, Ks., John David Clancy, Lincoln, Tom Clancy, Sedalia, Steve Clancy, Excelsior, John W. Clancy Jr., of the home; five daughters, Cycelia Ann Vaughn and Kathy Clutter, both of Lincoln, Glenva Skidmore, Excelsior, Mary Martha Anderson, Lupus, Mo., Brenda Clancy, of the home; four stepdaughters, Mary Gaither, Lake Ozark, Billie Joe Needy, McGirk, Mo., Melissa Ann Gaither, Eldon, Rebecca Kay Gaither, Boonville; two brothers, Louis Clancy, Waterloo, Iowa, Paul Clancy, Boonville; two sisters, Marie Walterscheid, Odessa, Virginia Gramlich, Boonville; 18 grandchildren and 8 step-grandchildren.

CLARDY, Patty Jo MUSTEEN
1927-2001
Shawnee Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 26 2001 - Patty Jo Clardy, 74, Warsaw, died Sunday, December 23, 2001, at her home. She was born on October 30, 1927, in Rogers, Arkansas, the daughter of Charles Walter and Oda Lou Hamby Musteen. She graduated from Rogers High School in 1945. ON September 19, 1945, she married Charles E. "Gene" Clardy. She was employed by Southwestern Bell Phone Company in Rogers for a number of years. In January 1977 they moved to Warsaw and in 1981 they started building the Shawnee Bend Boat Storage Business, which they operated until September 15, 2000. she also owned and operated the Patty J. Clardy Insurance Agency during that same period. She was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene of Warsaw and recently started a Widow and Widowers class there. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gene, on January 8, 2001. She is survived by three sons, Charles Steven Clardy, Edwards, Edward Ray Clardy and Kenneth Joe Clardy, both of Sedalia; two daughters, Lana Jean Smith of Hutchinson, Kansas, and Tressa Lou Gilmore, of the home; nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; two brothers, Charles Walter Musteen, Jr. and Dale Glenn Musteen, both of Rogers, Arkansas; three sisters, Claudine Musteen Haskell and Nelda Jane Curby, both of Rogers, and Donna Lynn Peterson, Springdale, Arkansas, many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be Thursday, December 27, at the First Church of the Nazarene of Warsaw, 812 Elm Street, Warsaw. Burial will be in the Shawnee Cemetery, Warsaw.

CLARK, Allen Roland
1915-2005
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 8 2005 - Allen Roland Clark was born May 17, 1915, and died Sunday, February 6, 2005. He was born to Ira M. Clark and Ellen Rea Clark on a farm in Idana, Kansas. He had two brothers, Rea Oliver and Ralph Ira; one sister, Julia Ellen; a half-brother Forest Ira, and a half-sister, Edith Clark Fisher. His grandparents were Robert J. Rea, born in Ireland, and Martha Greenley Rea, born in Pennsylvania. He received a National Youth Fellowship award to attend Kansas State University, where he graduated with a bachelor's degree in agriculture economics. He served in the Army during World War II and retired as a Captain in 1946. He then completed his Master's degree in farm management. He married Corinne Ruth Corke in September 1941. She preceded him in death. He is survived by his four children, Carolyn Ferree, Colorado Springs, Colorado, Bruce Clark, Edgewood, New Mexico, Deborah Rogers, Manhattan, Kansas, and Paul Clark, Bates City; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be held Friday, February 11, at the church of the Nazarene, with burial in Englewood Cemetery.

CLARK, Alma Allean ARNOLD
1909-1992
LaMonte Cemetery, LaMonte, Pettis Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Alma Allean Clark was born January 28, 1909 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the daughter of Lester T. and Lena L. Templeton Arnold. Alma died February 14, 1992 at Westwood Care Center where she had lived for several years. She married Albert H. Clark on April 18, 1928 in LaMonte, Mo. and to this union two children were born, Lester Martin Clark of Sunrise Beach, and Lena Mae Guengerich of Weatherby Lake. Alma worked for a number 9f years at the Meuhlbach Hotel in Kansas City, the Jones Store and for a time at Wileys Cafe in Clinton. Alma was preceded in death by her husband, Albert. Survivors include her children, Lester and Lena; two sisters. Hazel Ash of Sedalia. Opal Kendall of the State of Texas; a brother, Ernie Arnold of Holden; three grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, February 17, at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in LaMonte Cemetery.

CLARK, Anna SPENCER
1932-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 19 2002 - Anna Spencer Clark, 70, formerly of Windsor, died Tuesday, September 17, 2002. Mrs. Clark died on her birthday. She was born in Windsor September 17, 1932, the daughter of William and Gladys Spencer and graduated from Windsor High School in 1950, later graduating from Central Missouri State University and receiving both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees there in library science. She retired from the Raytown School District in 1988. She also taught outdoor environmental classes around the state and was a past president of the Missouri Basketweavers Guild. Survivors include her husband Robert L. Clark; daughter, Suzanne Krupica and her husband Glen, and granddaughters, Katie and Lauren Krupica; daughter, Sally Malinee and husband Dan, and grandchildren, George and Grace Malinee; her brother, Richard Spencer and aunt, Billie Jones.

CLARK, Arthur David
1916-1989
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Arthur David (A.D. Dave) Clark was born in Henry County on August 13, 1916, to Edgar Briggs Clark and Myrtle Elizabeth Gaines Clark. On April 26, 1989, he passed away at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City at the age of 72 years, eight months and 13 days. Most of David's life was spent on the family farm north of Clinton. His only absence was during World War II when he served with the Army Corps of Engineers. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. On May 9, 1942, he married Eunice Laverne Norcross, who survives of the home. Also mourning his passing are three daughters, Mary Lou Jerome and husband, Jerry of Blairstown, Wanda Sue Mansfield and husband Terry of Clinton, and Dee Ann Harms and husband Kenny of Windsor; five grandchildren, Carla Jerome Beckmann and husband Pat, Gene Jerome and wife Debbie, Sandy Mansfield Skaggs and husband Bill, Jonathan Clark Harms and Kelsi Leeann Harms, and three great-grandchildren, Abbie Lee and Jessica Marie Jerome and Wesley Allen Skaggs. He is also survived by a niece, Alice Jeffery Huenefeldt, and five cousins. His parents, an infant brother, and sister Mary Jeffery, preceded him in death. Funeral services were held at the Consalus Funeral Home on April 29. Grandsons and nephews served as pall bearers. These included Gene Jerome, Pat Beckmann, Bill Skaggs, David Huenefeldt, Lonnie Norcross, Larry Norcross, Wayne Norcross and Terry Mitchell. Interment was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Farming and raising cattle were his lifetime occupations and brought him much pleasure. After failing health forced his move to Clinton, he continued his daily farm visits until his hospitalization. David's only greater happiness was found in his family. Their happiness and well-being were always his main concerns. He will be greatly missed by his family and his many friends. He was a kind and devoted husband and father, giving us unconditional love and acceptance.

CLARK, Bertha Marie HUESER
1917-1995
Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pleasant Hill, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Bertha Marie Clark, 78, Pleasant Hill, died Sunday, October 8, 1995, at Research Medical Center. She was born on September 13, 1917, to Mary Elizabeth and William Hueser in Clinton. She had four sisters and two brothers. On August 14, 1947, she married Wilbur R. Clark. They lived the past 35 years in Pleasant Hill. During this time, she enjoyed the years she spent at the Pleasant Hill Golf & Country Club with her family, members and guests. She is survived by her husband, Wilbur R. Clark, of the home; children, Jerry, Terry and Tom of Pleasant Hill, Ed and Lori Clark of Pleasant Hill, Alan and Bambi Clark of Spring, Texas, Linda and Jim Bennett of Lee's Summit; grandchildren, Carri and Shawn Basil, Jeanie, Chris and Steven Clark, Lindsay and Kristin Bennett and one great-grandchild, Caleb. A private service was held on Tuesday, October 10, under the direction of the Stanley & Son Funeral Home. Burial was at Pleasant Hill Cemetery. The family requests memorials be made to Children's Mercy Hospital.

CLARK, Charles Martin
1869-1927
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Charles Martin Clark was born on a farm three miles west of Montrose, August 4, 1869. He died at his home in Montrose March 7, 1927, after an illness of five months. He was married to Vint Ann Campbell November 7, 1693. To this union two children were born -- Ralph, now of Muskogee, Okla., and Constance, Mrs. R. J. Welling, of Montrose. He had been a member of the Masonic body for a number of years. He was a Past Master of Montrose Lodge No. 408 AF & AM; a member of the George F. Gouley Chapter No. 90, RAM, Appleton City; a member of Boanerges Commandery, No. 34, KT Clinton, Mo., and a member of AAONM 8, Kansas City. He was also a member of MWA 5484. Mr. Clark was one of nine children; L. B. Clark, 617 W. Main street, El Centro, CaL; Mrs. W. O. Covey, Appleton City, Mo.; Dr. J. W. Clark, Liberal, Mo., deceased; Mrs. Louisa J. Barker, Cos Angeles, Cal.; Mrs. Elizabeth Marsh, Indianapolis, Ind.; Mrs. Lucy Gutridge, Montrose, deceased; Mrs. L. J. Marsh, east of Montrose; D. W. Clark, west of Montrose, on the home place. Mr. Clark was reared to young manhood on the old home place. He received his education from the district schools in the vicinity of his home, also attending the academy at Butler. After finishing his schooling at Butler, he taught school for a term of two years. In 1901, he became engaged in the mercantile business, forming a partnership with Mr. Gutridge. Later, Mr. Clark, assumed full control, which grew into a profitable business under his management. Mr. Clark was appointed postmaster of Montrose during President Taft's administration in 1909. At the expiration of his splendid and efficient term as postmaster, Mr. Clark, in 1913, entered the Farmers & Merchants Bank as cashier. He retained his grocery business, however, which was being managed by Chas. Campbell, but shortly afterwards the concern was sold to S. R. Mohler and Will Lasiter. From then Mr. Clark gave his time solely to the needs and wants of the bank, and its patrons with an obliging and conscientious demeanor. The death and loss of Mr. Clark to his family and dearest ones to Montrose and the community, is cognizance of profound and deepest regret. The memories of Mr. Clark, imprinted by day, the week and into the years, literally bespeak volumes. Kindness and generosity he reverenced. His ideals were sublime. Above all things he valued friendship and to be in his confidence was an inspiration. In civic affairs he was instrumental in upholding and maintaining fundamental principles. As a member of the school board Mr. Clark painstakingly gave his service and ability for advanced schools and higher education, which is pre-eminent and gratifying. His joy and pride was in his home. His beloved wife and two children who survive him were his daily thought and pride. His departure has saddened the hearts of all. Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday afternoon, March 9th. The entire community and friends from near by towns were present to pay their final respects. The wonderful tribute of floral offerings, the love and respect accorded to Mr. Mark by the silent and saddened throng was an award, bestowed from long and attached devotion. The Masonic order was in charge of the funeral rites held at the Montrose Cemetery.

CLARK, David Russel
1842-1924
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The reaper came Saturday, at 2:30 p.m., June 14, 1924, and called David R. Clark to his reward. David Russel Clark was born May 26, 1842, near Clay City, Ky. He was a son of William and Miriam Clark. His boyhood days were passed on a Kentucky farm and while only a lad of 18 summers, enlisted in the forces of the Southland in the great Civil strife, remaining in service until near the close of the war when he was captured in Ohio, and spent 18 months in the prison camps. On his release he returned to his native state and at the age of twenty was married to Celie Kimbrell. In 1868, he came to Henry county, and settled on and near the place of his death. David R. Clark was twice married. To the first union three children were born, one dying in infancy. Several years later the wife passed away leaving two little daughters. Only one now survives him - Mrs. Fannie Gilliam, of Los Angeles, Calif.; and two grandchildren - Mrs. Celia Howell, of Yakima, Wash., and B. C. Phillips, of Oakland, Calif. Two great-granddaughters survive. The second marriage was to Mrs. Sarah C. Light, of Humansville, Mo. Two sons were born to this union - Elmer, of Phoenix, Ariz., and Edgar, whose home was near the old home place, 8 miles northwest of Clinton. Two grandchildren - Arthur David and Mary Catharine, who was the pride and joy of his heart, survive. Having lost his dear wife by death Feb. 15, 1924, Edgar, the younger son, and good children moved to the home of his father that they might care for and comfort and cheer him in his hours of loneliness and sorrow, which was so much appreciated by the dear, good father. Mr. Clark leaves to mourn his loss two sons and one daughter; also a stepdaughter and son, G. N. Light, of Lajunta, Colo., and Mrs. S. G. Vanscoye, of Lamar, Colo.; also three brothers - Dan and George, of near Clay City, Ky., and Henry, in Oklahoma. Uncle Dave, as he was often called by those who knew and loved him best, was a true American, a good citizen, farmer, stockman, neighbor and friend; always ready to lend a helping hand to promote the growth of a good cause; a faithful and devoted follower of the meek and lowly Jesus, a member of the Garland Baptist church since 1894, being elected deacon in 1896, and filled the office well. The Christian rank is broken and none can fill the vacant space. His home was a place of welcome to his pastor; he loved to learn of Him, that he might know just how to serve his God. Mr. Clark had made preparation to visit his old home state and was to have left the day he died, but God bade him to cross over the silent stream and today he is with his Savior and the loved ones who have gone before. The funeral services were conducted at his home by Rev. D. F. Risk, pastor of the Clinton Baptist church. Masonic and K.K.K. services were conducted at the graveside in Englewood, which were beautiful and impressive. The floral offerings were beautiful, as was the character of our beloved brother and friend.

CLARK, Donald R.
1943-2003
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 24 2003 - Donald R. Clark, 60, Warrensburg, died Wednesday, April 23, 2003, at the Warrensburg Manor Care Center. He was born January 5, 1943, in Gower, the son of Jewel Clark and Frances Culp Clark. He was in the United States Navy from 1961 to 1963. He served and was a plank owner on the USS Enterprise. He had owned and operated Clark Ford and Mercury dealership in Rockport from 1969 to 1982 and had worked for the Ford and Mercury dealership in Clinton and Warrensburg. Since 1993 he had been a commercial real estate appraiser in Warrensburg. He was a member of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Gower. On January 21, 1961, in Plattsburg, he married Shirley Tucker, who survives of the home. Also surviving are two sons, Rod Clark and wife Joyce, Kansas City, and Bob Clark, also of Kansas City; a brother, Ellis Clark, Lake of the Ozarks; two grandchildren, Jessi Clark, Warrensburg, and Andrew Clark, Kansas City; two nephews, Larry and Lance Clark, and a niece, Lisa Clark, all of Lake of the Ozarks. Memorial services will be Saturday, April 26, at Williams Funeral Chapel in Warrensburg.

CLARK, Eunice Laverne NORCROSS
1918-2014
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 12 2014 - Eunice Laverne Clark, age 95, of Clinton, passed away Friday, October 3, 2014 at Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City, Missouri. Eunice was a school teacher and a homemaker. She lived on one of the first century farms in Missouri where she helped with farm chores and also took pride in raising large gardens. She was a former member of Garland Baptist Church, a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton, a 4-H Leader and a member of a Henry County Extension Club. Survivors include her daughters Mary Lou Jerome (Jerry) of Blairstown, Wanda Mansfield and Dee Ann Harms both of Clinton; grandchildren, Carla Jerome Beckmann, Gene Jerome, Sandy Mansfield Hamilton, Jonathan Clark Harms, Kelsi Zaccarello, Kendra Harms; great grandchildren, Bradley Beckmann, Abbie Jerome Cardwell, Jessica Jerome Thornley, Andy David Skaggs, Tearnie Harms, and Riley Zaccarello; and great-great grandchildren, Allie Cardwell, Haylie Cardwell, Pate Cardwell, and Grant Claus. Eunice was preceded in death by her parents, Calvin "Chuff" and Gladys (Rogers) Norcross; her husband, A. D. Clark, seven brothers and one sister, and son-in-law Terry Mansfield. Funeral services were Tuesday, October 7, at Vansant Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CLARK, Flora Alice PUMPHREY
1905-1982
Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Flora Alice Clark was born April 29, 1905, in Bates County, MO. Mrs. Clark died January 24, 1982, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. She spent her life in and around Clinton and was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey Allen Clark, in 1977. She is survived by three children, Wanieta Kratzer of Rolla; Shirley Hetherington of Kansas City, and James Clark of Liberty; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Tuesday, January 26, at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, with burial in the Shawnee Mound Cemetery.

CLARK, Gwendolyn
abt 1923-1998
Smith Bend Cemetery, Jackson Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Gwendolyn Clark, 75, Lowry City, died Tuesday, July 28, 1998, at the Truman Lake Manor in Lowry City. She is survived by three sons, Douglas Clark of Osceola, Richard Clark of Deepwater and Robert Clark of Latour; one daughter Shirley Schlichting of Sweet Springs; one brother Joe Eger of Trout Creek, Montana; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services will be at the Sickman & Dunning Chapel, Friday, July 31. Burial will be in Smith Bend Cemetery.

CLARK, Harvey A.
1894-1977
Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Funeral services for Harvey A. Clark were held at two p.m. Saturday, January 19, 1977, at Vansant Funeral Home in Clinton. Burial was in Shawnee Mound Cemetery. Mr. Clark died January 26 at Chastain's nursing home in Clinton at the age of 82, after a long illness. He was the son of Samuel H. and Lavina Jane Clark, born July 16, 1894 in Henry County. On December 25, 1923, he married Flora Alice Pumphrey. They had three children. He is survived by his wife, Flora, and their three children; one brother, Leonard Clark of Shawnee Mound; one sister, Elizabeth Tubbesing of Latour. His parents, five sisters and one brother preceded him in death.

CLARK, Ima Jean STRIEBY LINDSTROM
1905-2002
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 26 2002 - Ima Jean Lindstrom Clark, 96, Springdale, Arkansas, died March 5, 2002. A private graveside service will be held Monday, April 29, at Englewood Cemetery. Mrs. Lindstrom-Clark was born August 13, 1905, in Brownington, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. U. G. Strieby. She moved to Clinton as a young girl, residing there intermittently for the next 45 years. A graduate of Clinton High School, she attended Warrensburg college, receiving a teaching certificate. She married Wilbur E. Lindstrom in 1928. They moved to San Antonio, Texas, in 1943, to expand the Lindstrom Hatchery and Poultry Farms into Texas. They returned to Clinton in 1953. In Clinton, Mrs. Lindstrom served as president of the PEO Chapter, president of Camp Fire Girls and was active in Cub Scouts and PTA. An avid gardner, she participated in garden clubs wherever she lived. She was an active member of the Episcopal Church. In 1960, the Lindstrom family moved to Springdale, Arkansas. There she was the director of the Springdale Head Start Daycare Center, a founding member of the PEO Chapter and worked part-time at Anne-Lynn's dress shop. Wilbur Lindstrom preceded her in death in 1964. She is survived by one daughter, Ann L. Jones and husband, Allen N., Vero Beach, Florida; one nephew, Douglas H. Strieby and wife, Patricia, Olathe, Kansas; three grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.

CLARK, Jack E.
1933-2003
Benton Green Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 7 2003 - Jack E. Clark, 70 Roscoe, a bricklayer, died Wednesday, March 5, 2003, at Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City. Funeral services will be Monday, March 10 at Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola. Burial will be in Benton Green Cemetery, Roscoe.

CLARK, Jensen Aaron Cruise
2012-2012
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 5 2012 - Jensen Aaron Cruise Clark, infant son of Hayden Clark and Ross Allen, died Tuesday, December 4, 2012, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. Graveside services will be Friday, December 7, at Englewood Cemetery. Jensen is survived by his parents, his paternal grandparents, Brad Allen and Sheila Kellner; his maternal grandparents, Eddie and Jacky Clark, and his maternal great-grandparents, Carol Easter and late Roy Easter and Nadine and Lloyd Clark and Patsy Harris.

CLARK, Jo Ann KOELKEBECK
1934-2001
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 1 2001 - Jo Ann Koelkebeck Clark, 66, Walnut Creek, California, died February 23, 2001, at Kaiser Hospital in Walnut Creek, California. She was the daughter of the late Emil and Myrtle Koelkebeck and was an administrative secretary for the Facilities Development Division of Kaiser Hospitals for 27 years. She lived in El Sobrante, California, for 32 years before moving to Walnut Creek in 1990. She was a native of Clinton and a 1952 graduate of Clinton High School. She is survived by her brother, Burton Koelkebeck, his wife, Sandra, niece, Karen Grove of Kansas City, and many other relatives in New Haven and St. Louis. No services were held at her request.

CLARK, John Arden
1906-1970
Clinton MO - John Arden Clark died April 4, 1970, in Bakersfield, CA. He was the youngest son of Samuel Harper Clark and Levina Jane Bradley Clark. He was born in Shawnee Mound, October 22, 1906. He graduated from the Shawnee Mound High School in 1926. On May 18, 1929, he was married to Lucille Lantz of Clinton, MO. To this union were born two sons and one daughter. He leaves his wife, Lucille of the home and the above mentioned children; two brothers, Leonard and Harvey, of the Shawnee Mound community; two sisters, Mrs. Irene Pumphrey of Clinton and Mrs. Harry (Elizabeth) Tubbesing of Latour. Mrs. Ida Bradley of Clinton is his only living aunt. Services were held April 8 at the Greenlawn Memorial Chapel with burial in the Garden of Prayer, Greenlawn Park Cemetery, Bakersfield, CA.

CLARK, Leota
1901-1992
Clark Cemetery, Hardin, Ray Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Leota Clark, 91, Independence, died Sunday, Dec. 13, 1992 at the Independence Regional Health Center. Services will be Wednesday, Dec. 16, 1992 at New Salem Chapel; graveside services at Clark Cemetery, Hardin, Mo. Mrs. Clark was born in Calhoun and lived in Richmond most of her life; she moved to Independence in 1976. She was a member of the church and its Women's Church League. Her husband, Lee Clark, died in 1960. Survivors Include a daughter, Frances Mullnix Mathews of the home; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

CLARK, Levina Jane BRADLEY
1871-1954
Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Levina Jane Clark, 83, the mother of Mrs. Irene Pumphrey of Clinton, died suddenly at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, April 4, 1954 at her home in Shawnee Mound.

CLARK, Louis H.
1919-1992
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Louis H. Clark, son of Claude and lnez E. (Stone) Clark, was born December 25, 1919 in Worthing, S.D., and departed this life at his home in Appleton City June 29, 1992 at the age of 72. Louis moved to Ballard with his family when he was 12, and has remained in the Rockville and Appleton City area since. Louis served his country in the army during World War II and was a member of the Montrose V.F.W. Post 8820. He was employed by Peabody Coal Co. as a welder and also worked as a farmer. Louis and Wanita Poore were united in marriage May 6, 1942 in Adrian, and to this union two daughters were born. Louis was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Wanita, of the home; his daughters. Linda Beebe, and Karen Huey, both of Appleton City; one sister, Violet Jordan of Appleton City; and two grandchildren, Trent Beebe and Kerri Huey. Louis was a kind man who loved to tease and truly enjoyed life. He was very devoted to his family and grandchildren, who were the pride and joy of his life. He will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 1, 1992 at Eckhoff-Hill Funeral Home, Appleton City. Burial was in the Appleton City Cemetery.

CLARK, Lula Covette
1890-1905
Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Feb 25 1905 - Lula Covette Clark, oldest child of S. H. & V. J. Clark, was born December 11, 1890; died February 21, 1905 at Shawnee Mound, aged 15 years, after quite an illness with typhoid fever. All was done to stay the hand of death but of no avail. Funeral at the Shawnee Presbyterian Church at 3 p.m., then the loving form was laid to rest in Shawnee cemetery. Her father is the merchant at Shawnee, who has several other children ill with the same disease but who are improving.

CLARK, Margaret Marie ELLIOTT
1914-1994
Smith Bend Cemetery, Jackson Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Margaret Marie Elliott Clark, 80, Belton, died Sunday, December 18, 1994, at Research Medical Center there. Graveside services will be held Friday at the Smith Bend Cemetery, rural Osceola. Mrs. Clark was the daughter of Joseph Henry and Lidda Jane Burkhart Elliott, and was born in Vista. She is survived by her husband, Marvin Clark. of the home; sons, David Clark of Las Cruces, New Mexico, and Delbert Clark of Lee's Summit; two daughters, Linda Ruch of Las Cruces and Joyce Carter of Jasper, Mo.; four grandchildren and two great-grandsons. Mrs. Clark had lived in the Smith Bend area before moving to Belton 34 years ago. She was a seamstress for the Grace Company, which made children's clothing, for 28 years. She was a Christian.

CLARK, Margaret Mary HOGUE
1925-1991
Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Margaret Mary Clark, 66, Warrensburg, died Thursday, Sept. 19, 1991 at Western Missouri Medical Center. She was born May 19, 1925 in Warsaw, the daughter of James Wisdom Hogue and Clara Goodwin Hogue. Survivors include one daughter, Viola Maike, Wamego, Ks.; two brothers, James Hogue, Kansas City, and Charles Hogue, Lincoln; three sisters, Florence Poe, Warrensburg, Viola Knox, Lincoln, and Dorothy Marsh, Fristoe; three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by four brothers and four sisters. Funeral services were held Sunday at the Holdren Funeral Home. Burial was in Sunset Hill Cemetery.

CLARK, Marvin Monroe
1910-1996
Smith Bend Cemetery, Jackson Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Marvin Monroe Clark, 85, Belton, died Wednesday, February 28, 1996. Graveside services will be held Sunday, March 3, at Smith Bend Cemetery, near Mt. Zion. Mr. Clark was born July 9, 1910, in St. Clair County, near Iconium. He was a farmer and carpenter. He moved at age 37 from his home place in the hills of Missouri to a Clinton area farm until 1957 when he went to work for J. W. Batson and traveled throughout the west, working as a carpenter. He retired in Belton but continued to keep his roots in his beloved home place where he as born and lived those 37 years. He loved to hunt and fish and tell funny little stories. His motto was always "Laughter is the best medicine." He will always be missed by his sons, David Marvin Clark, Los Cruces, New Mexico, and Delbert E. Clark, Lee's Summit; daughters, Joyce Arlene Carter, Jasper, and Linda Margaret Ruch, Los Cruces, New Mexico; daughters-in-law, Judy and Lois Clark; six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and a host of friends.

CLARK, Matilda Jane McCLARY
1835-1909
Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, Dc 9 1909 - Mrs. Matilda Jane McClery Clark was born in the state of Indiana October 1, 1835, died at the home of her son, Silas Clark near Urich, Mo, December 1, 1909, aged 74 years and 2 months. The deceased was married to George W. Clark in 1852 and to this union was born five children 3 boys and 2 girls, all of whom preceded the mother in death except two Mrs. Rebecca A. Windmiller and Silas Clark. The husband and father died in 1874. She remained in widowhood living in and near Urich most of the time for the last thirty years. Funeral services were conducted from the home December 2nd by Rev. Wade Johnson and the remains were buried at the Mullin cemetery.

CLARK, Matthew Aaron
1981-2012
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Matthew Aaron Clark, age 31 of Bonney Lake, Washington passed away Monday, August 20, 2012 at his home. Memorial services will be Saturday, September 1, 2012 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Matthew was born in Clinton, Missouri, the son of Joy Ann Clark and James "Bud" Littleton. He was a veteran of the U. S. Navy. He lived in Washington where he was a commercial diver and pile driver working for Global Diving and Salvage. He was a member of the Carpenter and Pile Drivers Union. He is survived by his mother, Joy Clark of Chapel Hill, Tennessee and his father, James "Bud" Littleton and wife, Jessica of Belton, Missouri; his two sons, Caleb Hunter Clark of Tacoma, Washington and Cole Rankin; his maternal grandparents, Ed Clark of Raytown, Missouri and Patsy Harris and husband, Kenneth of Clinton, Missouri; his paternal grandparents, Jim and Barbara Littleton of Raymore, Missouri; his brothers, Landon Littleton and Brady Littleton of Belton, Missouri and Joshua Littleton of Clinton, Missouri; his sisters, Erika Jackson and husband, Adam of Belton, Missouri and Majessa Clark of Chapel Hill, Tennessee; his step brother, Tucker Keithley of Belton, Missouri and his step-sister, Jessica Green of Raytown, Missouri.

CLARK, Nellie May AUER
1886-1959
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Last rites for Mrs. Elmer Clark, 73, who died of a heart condition about 9 p.m., Dec 7, 1959, at her home five miles northeast of Clinton were held at Sickman-Dunning Funeral Home. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Nellie May Auer was born Nov 12, 1886, northeast of Clinton, one of six children of Henry E. and Elizabeth Sauerwein Auer who came to Missouri from Illinois. A sister, Mrs. J. B. Oskin, preceded her in death. On July 11, 1906, she married Elmer David Clark. Besides her husband of the home and her son, David Elmer, she leaves three grandsons, David Michael, Charles Edward and Robert Earl; two sisters, Mrs. Katherine Hall, Sedalia and Mrs. Effie Schierenberg, Prairie Grove, Ark: two brothers, Michael Auer and Ed Auer.

CLARK, Norman
1928-2009
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 30 2009 - Norman Clark, 81, Harrisonville, died Thursday, November 26, 2009, at Cass Regional Medical Center, Harrisonville. His wishes were to be cremated with no services. He was born May 18, 1928, and was a truck driver. He is survived by his wife Jannett L. Clark, of the home; two sons, Norman M. Clark of Peculiar and Bill Clark of Freeman; one daughter Sharon Sherwood, Deepwater; three brothers, Mac Clark of Hagerville, Arkansas, George Clark, Jr. of Hagerville, Arkansas, and Gary Clark of Langley, Oklahoma; five sisters, Modean Cossey of Kansas City, Kansas, Coleen Miller of California, Irene Williams, Virginia Page and Rosemary Morrow, all of Langley, Oklahoma; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

CLARK, Otho A.
1903-1994
Mound Grove Cemetery, Independence, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Otho A. Clark, 91, Clinton, died Wednesday, April 20, 1994, at the home of his daughter in Clinton. He was born in Oelwein, Iowa, and lived in Atherton, Missouri, most of his life prior to moving to Clinton in 1991. Mr. Clark was a co-owner and founder with Ocie Hughes of the Clark Manufacturing Company in Atherton for 32 years, retiring in 1959. He then owned and operated Otho Clark Industries from 1969 to 1991. He was a member of the Central Missouri and Blue Valley Stake Bishopric and pastored the Atherton congregation from 1947-1950 of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He was preceded in death by his wife, Emma Clark, in 1989. Survivors include two sons. Richard Clark, Tucson, Arizona, and David Clark, Orange. California; one daughter, Betty Munden, Clinton; 12 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Services will be Monday, April 25, at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. Burial will be in the Mound Grove Cemetery, Independence.

CLARK, Owen I.
1923-1996
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Owen I. Clark, 73, Aurora, formerly of Clinton, died Monday, April 29, 1996, at Cox Medical Center in Springfield. He was a truck driver for many years before retiring. He recently moved to Aurora from Clinton to be near his daughter. Survivors include his wife, Beatrice Clark of Marceline; two daughters, Catherine Ann Clark of Marceline and Jo Ellen Gibson of Aurora; one brother, Raymond Clark of Clinton, and one sister, Wilma Clark, also of Clinton.

CLARK, Ricky E. "Rick"
abt 1959-2008
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 17 2008 - Rickey (Rick) E. Clark, 49, Clinton, died Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at his home. Among survivors of the home are his companion of 14 years, Linda Parmley, and Laura Parmley, who he had raised as his own. Memorial services will be at a later date.

CLARK, Ruby Lee MONTGOMERY
1919-2005
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 12 2005 - Ruby Lee Clark was born July 19, 2005 (sic), in Concord, Texas, the daughter of Robert Lee and Lora Lee (Coleman) Montgomery. She died at the Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation center, Clinton, on July 21, 2005, at the age of 86 years. Ruby worked for the Harris County Courthouse for 22 years before retiring in 1983. She was a member of the Reed Memorial Methodist Church in Houston, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Ila Johnson and Modine Goodman, and three grandchildren, Steven Richards, Sherry Richards and Carrie Richards. Ruby is survived by one daughter, Barbara Stoneking of Blairstown; one granddaughter Janet Lee Johnson; two great-grandchildren, Shawn Michael Johnson and Kirk Johnson, and three great-great-grandchildren, Michael Shawn Johnson, Max Shawn Johnson and Mason Johnson, and three step-grandchildren, Kelly Wenninghoff, Shelli Cooney and Jeff Stoneking. Funeral services were held at the Norris United Methodist Church Tuesday, July 26. Burial was in Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee.

CLARK, S. E. Reginal
1914-1999
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 18 1999 - S. E. Reginal Clark, 85, Blairstown, died Thursday, August 12, 1999, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City. Born June 14, 1914, in Crockett, Texas, to John Anderson and Della Ann Henry Clark. Mr. Clark had lived in Texas most of his life. He moved to Blairstown two years ago. He was employed as a salesman for Martin Poultry, Fish and Frozen Foods Co. in Houston, Texas. Surviving are his daughter, B. J. Stoneking and her husband Kenneth of the home; one granddaughter, Janet Lee Johnson of Orange, Texas; one grandson, Steven Mark Richards of Cerritos, California; two great-grandsons, Shawn Johnson and Kirk Johnson, both of Orange, Texas; two step-granddaughter; one step-great-grandson; three sisters, Zona Stacy of Pearsall, Texas, Bessie Eichman of Poteet, Texas, Frankie Jones of San Antonio, Texas; his ex-wife, Ruby Clark of Jewett, Texas, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Preston Clark and Louie Clark, and one sister, Ethel Beasley. Private family services will be held at a later date under the direction of the Consalus Funeral Home, Chilhowee.

CLARK, Samuel Leonard
1899-1980
Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Samuel Leonard Clark was born September 14, 1899, in Henry County, MO, and departed this life at his Shawnee Mound home on August 7, 1980. Leonard was one of ten children born to Samuel Harper and Levina Bradley Clark. In 1902, the family moved to Shawnee Mound to run the General Store there until 1911. The family then moved to Brownington, where Mr. Clark died the next year. The family then moved back to Shawnee Mound to the home where Leonard spent the rest of his life, with the exception of the three years he lived with his sister and husband, Elizabeth and Harry Tubbesing at Latour. Leonard remained at home to help his mother care for the younger children and to care for her until her death in 1954. Leonard farmed for many years both for himself and helping many farmers in the neighborhood. Later he worked as custodian for the Shawnee School. This was a happy time for hom. He loved all little children, and they always counted on Red, as he was affectionately known, as a true friend in time of need. His happy disposition caused him to have a hearty laugh. No one loved a joke better than he did. He has often remarked about the many graves that he helped dig in the church cemetery, when graves were always dug by the neighbors. He was always one of the first ones there with a pick and shovel. During the last years of his life, his loving sister, Elizabeth Tubbesing of Latour, came to help him every week. She bought his food and medicine for him. Funeral services were held Monday, August 11 at Shawnee Mound Presbyterian Church with burial in the church cemetery.

CLARK, Sarah A. "Sallie" RUSSELL STEVENS
1823-1907
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Dec 7 1907 - Mrs. S. A. Clark was born May 29, 1823, in Fayette County, Indiana and her maiden name was Russell. She grew up in the frontier and had but few opportunities for an education but had a life which developed ruggedness and a stalwart character. She was 84 when she died. She first married Samuel R. Stevens, who died 27 years ago today. Four children blessed this union, the two oldest dying in infancy and the youngest at 14. Mrs. N. C. Decker is her only living child and W. A. Fite of Fulton, her only grandchild. She married John L. Clark in 1883 and he died Dec. 7, 1886. Until 1893, she lived in Windsor with her grandson, then moved to Clinton with the Deckers. For the past 20 years she had been a great sufferer, brought on by jeopardizing her health that her grandson might have an education. Having been denied one herself, it was her master ambition that her grandson might be educated. She became a member of the Christian church 29 years ago and was laid to rest in Englewood.

CLARK, Silas
1860-1944
Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, Sep 21 1944 - Silas Clark, 84 years, 7 months and 22 days, died Monday, Sept. 18, 1944, at 11:00 a.m. at the home of his niece Miss Alma Windmiller in Urich. He had been sick since February of this year. The funeral was held this Wednesday afternoon at the home. Burial was in the Mullen cemetery. Brown & Graham were in charge of the arrangements.

CLARK, Sylvester Edward
1903-1995
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Sylvester Edward Clark was born November 5, 1903, in St. Clair County, near Chloe. He died Friday, November 10, 1995, at his home in Clinton at the age of 92. S. E. was one of six children born to James Alfred and Julia (Cox) Clark. He was a lifelong resident of this area. On April 16, 1929, in Leesville, he was married to Violet P. Delozier. She preceded him in death on July 27, 1995. Mr. Clark was a construction worker and was a member of the labor union. Mr. Clark is survived by one sister, Jewell Kimzey, Clinton; also several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother, Everett Alvin Clark and three sisters, Isadore Crawford, Audra Parks Wilson and Veta Francies. Funeral services were Tuesday, November 14, at the Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery.

CLARK, Theodore James
1907-1994
Smith Bend Cemetery, Jackson Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Theodore James Clark, 86, Rt. 2. Osceola, died Tuesday morning, March 1, 1994, at the Sac-Osage Hospital in Osceola. He was born June 30, 1907, in St. Clair County, the son of Monroe and Dora Nelson Clark. On October 30, 1939, he married Gwendolyn Smith, who survives. He lived most of his life in Henry County in the Mt. Zion community. He moved to Osceola 10 years ago. Recently he resided at Truman Lake Manor in Lowry City. He had worked for the Katy or MKT railroad and also was engaged in farming. Other survivors include three sons, Douglas Clark of Osceola, Richard J. Clark of Deepwater, Robert D. Clark of Latour; a daughter, Shirley A. Schlichting of Sweet Springs; one brother, Martin Clark of Belton; a sister, Laura Pearl Spurgeon of Lowry City, eight grandchildren and several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister and a son. Funeral services were held Thursday. March 3, at the Sickman & Dunning Chapel in Clinton. Burial was in the Smith Bend Cemetery.

CLARK, Vernetta Mae
1927-2007
Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Bates Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 21 2007 - Vernetta Mae Clark, 79, Raymore and formerly of Adrian, died Friday, March 16, 2007, at Raymore Health Care, Raymore. Funeral services were held Monday, March 19, at the Atkinson Chapel, Adrian. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Vernetta was born March 27, 1927, in Taberville, the daughter of Walter Grant and Frances Mae (Anderson) Snider. Vernetta attended grade school in Taberville. She attended Junior high at Appleton School and graduated from Appleton High School. Vernetta was a homemaker. She was a member of New Life Assembly of God. Her church was a very important part of her life. Vernetta was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Ralph Delmar Clark; one son Larry Clark; one sister Virginia Preston, and one brother Lloyd. She is survived by one daughter Karen Sue Boucher, Joplin; brothers and sisters, Thelma Richter, Kansas City. Claudine Champ and husband, Albert, Lee's Summit, Marjorie Kincheloe, Kansas City, Clyde Snider, Clinton, Donald Snider and wife Rosella, Clinton, Shirlene Terry and husband G. L., Branson, Bonnie Bailey and husband Jerry, Lee's Summit, Gwendolyn Perry and husband Robert, Grandview, Clifford Snider and wife, Kay Windsor, Charlotte Gillespie and husband Larry, Kansas City, Gail Vaugh and husband, Herchel, Clinton, Keith Snider, Nevada, and Gary Snider and wife Sandy, Clinton; three grandchildren, Meschelle Hendrix, Greg Sanders and Angela Burkhart, and seven great-grandchildren.

CLARK, Violet Pearl DELOZIER
1906-1995
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Violet Pearl Delozier Clark was born March 16, 1906, in Henry County, the daughter of R. A. and Betsey (Stone) Delozier. She died Thursday, July 27, 1995, at the Lincoln Community Nursing Home in Lincoln at the age of 89. On April 16, 1929, in Leesville, she was united in marriage to S. E. Clark. Mrs. Clark was a lifelong resident of this area. for a number of years, she worked for the Zenith Co., manufacturing fireworks. She was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church in Clinton. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, S. E. Clark, of the home; one sister, Nellie Whitchurch, Clinton, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Saturday, July 29, at the Consalus Chapel in Clinton. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery, Clinton.

CLARK, Virgil Leroy Jr.
1948-2007
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 13 2007 - Virgil Leroy Clark, Jr, 59, Clinton, died Saturday, April 7, at his home. Graveside services will be at Englewood Cemetery, Saturday, June 16. Virgil was born March 9, 1948, in Independence, Missouri, son of Virgil Leroy Clark, Sr. and Leona Gentry Cole. He married Nancy Wheeler, in 1968 and they moved to Clinton, in 1985. Preceding him in death is his parents, one brother, Tom Clark and half-brother, George Dorland. Survivors include Nancy, his wife of 39 years; four children, Elwood Clark and wife, Susan; Christina Clark and special friend, Randy Ferry; Donna Haidusek and husband, Frank, Jr.; April Clark and fiance, Trent Thompson; grandchildren, Malina, Nyan, Mishon, Joshwa, Caleb, Eric, Anthony, Sadie, Shyanne, Madyson, Ariel, Maisie, Aydin and Trenton; one sister, Helen and husband, Jerry; half-brother, Lonnie; three half-sisters, Nancy, Betty and Vickie plus several nieces and nephews.

CLARK, William F.
1843-1917
Elmwood Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Kansas City MO - William F. Clark, 3623 Forest Avenue, a coal and feed dealer, died Sunday night at the South Side Hospital. He was 73 years old, and had lived in Kansas City thirty-one years. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Mattie Clark, and five sons, W. J. Clark, Oklahoma City; E. R. Clark and D. R. Clark of 4637 Forest Avenue; H. T. Clark, 4041 Flora Avenue, and W. D. Clark, 4001 Independence Avenue. Funeral services will be this afternoon at the Armour memorial Chapel. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery. (Date of Death December 30, 1917. William F. Clark was a brother to David Russel Clark of Henry Co, MO)

CLARKE, Anna Lee LEAKEY
1921-1996
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Anne Lee Clarke, 74, Deepwater, died Saturday, April 20, 1996, at her home. Mrs. Clarke was born June 16, 1921, in Norborne, the daughter of Allen and Sallie (Still) Leakey. She was married July 25, 1947, in Kansas City to Charles E. Clarke and lived there for a number of years before moving to the Deepwater area. She worked as a sales clerk for an optical company for 15 years. She is survived by her husband, Charles Clarke of the home; two sons, Bud Worth, Dawn, Mo., and Denzel Worth, Deepwater; two daughters, Patricia Beard, Portland, Indiana, and Linda Bond, Kansas City; three brothers, Roy Leakey, Dorris Leakey and Eldred Leakey, all of Braymer; one sister, Jane Murdock, Camdenton; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Cremation.

CLARKE, Charles Edward
1920-2004
Braymer Evergreen Cemetery, Braymer, Caldwell Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 12 2004 - Charles Edward Clarke, 84, Kansas City, formerly of Deepwater, died Sunday, May 9, 2004, at his home. Graveside services will be Sunday, May 16, at the Braymer Evergreen Cemetery, Braymer. He was born March 2, 1920, in Kansas City, son of Walter S. and Minna Staack Clarke. He married the former Anna Lee Leakey July 25, 1947, in Jackson County. She died April 20, 1996. His parents, one brother, Walter S. Clarke, and one sister, Ada Schroer, also preceded him in death. He was a veteran of World War II and worked as a TV service technician. Survivors include two daughters, Patricia Beard and husband, Bud, Portland, Indiana, and Linda Kay Bond, Kansas City; two stepsons, Denzel Worth, Deepwater, Bud Worth and wife Ruth, Dawn; one sister, Margaret Ream, Lenexa, Kansas; a half-sister, Emma Flury, Olathe, Kansas; seven grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

CLARKE, Geraldine Valeria OBLEY
1914-1997
Drakes Chapel Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Geraldine Valeria Clarke, died Tuesday, December 16, 1997, at Saxtrons Residential Care Center in St. Joseph, at the age of 83 years and 10 days. Geraldine was born December 6, 1914, in Burrton, Kansas, the daughter of Everett E. and Hazel Obley. From age six she lived in Wichita, Kanas, where she graduated from North High School and attended a business college for two years. On September 21, 1926, in Topeka, Kansas, she married James Clarke. She was employed by the Boeing Aircraft Company from 1950 until early retirement in 1963. Geraldine and James were married for over 50 years and he preceded her in death on March 6, 1987. Geraldine is survived by a son, Jerry L. Rowland and wife, Mary, Lake San Marcos, California; two daughters, Kay Sparks and husband, Jerry, Las Vegas, Nevada, and Bobbie Courtney and husband, Ross, Dearborn; five grandchildren, five step-grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband and parents, Geraldine was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Obley. Graveside services were held Saturday, December 20, at Drakes Chapel Cemetery in Henry County.

CLARY, Agrippa Valentine
1851-1935
Hickory Grove Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Pioneer Settler Dies - Agrippa Valentine Clary passed to Life Eternal Sunday, May 5, at 2 p.m. His health had been poor for sometime, occasioned by his advancing years. Living at the home of his son, Ola, near White Oak, he was considerately cared for during his three weeks in bed. Mr. Clary was born near Knoxville, Tenn., July 12, 1851, and in '61 came with his parents to Henry County where they settled near Stones Chapel, his home till manhood. January 7, 1877, he married Mrs. Mary Sevier at Montrose, and for 50 years they made their home in White Oak township, five miles south of Urich. Mrs. Sevier had four children; Mrs. W. G. Martin of Springfield and E. F. Sevier of Urich survive. Of the three Clary sons the two younger, John E. of South second Street, Clinton, and Ola, of Walker township, near White Oak, survive, also 11 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. His wife preceded him in death March 20, 1925. The services were conducted Tuesday with burial was at the Hickory Grove family cemetery, four miles south of Urich. In the death of A. V. Clary another of the few remaining early settlers passes from our community. He was a man of fine integrity, strong and forceful will and with excellent character. Some of his early ancestors' hardihood and self-reliance was passed on to posterity and those who have been privileged to live with and learn from these pioneer citizens have an enviable heritage. Ray Martin and family of Springfield, George Clary and family, Rev. Marcus and wife of Diamond, Mo., were at the funeral.

CLARY, Caleb R.
1989-2002
Linn Public Cemetery, Linn, Osage Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 8 2002 - Caleb R. Clary, 13, Linn, died Sunday, June 30, 2002, at his home. He was born June 6, 1989, in Warrensburg. He was a member of Christ Church Fellowship. Survivors include his mother, Helen Clary, of the home; his father, John T. Clary, Columbia; one sister, Heather D. Beck, Jefferson City, and paternal grandfather, Ralph E. Clary, Clinton. Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 3, at Morton Funeral Home, Linn, with burial in Linn Memorial Park Cemetery.

CLARY, Estel Arthur
1905-1997
Stones Chapel Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Estel Arthur Clary, born September 29, 1905, in the Urich area, formerly a Henry County resident, died Thursday, July 3, 1997, in Overland Park, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Evelyn Zehnder Clary. Surviving are his second wife, Josephine Gerard Clary; daughter and son-in-law, Shirley and Lyle Hanson and grandchildren, Janice and Richard Gaulke of Overland Park, Kansas; brothers, Ralph Clary of Clinton and Richard Clary of Renton, Washington, and a sister, Pauline Kreher of Cameron, and many nephews, nieces, grand-nephews and grand-nieces. A methodist, Mr. Clary was a member of the McDonald Masonic Lodge in Independence and the Ararat Shrine in Kansas City. Funeral services were Monday, July 7, at Mount Moriah in Kansas City. Following cremation, burial was at Stone's Chapel Cemetery, Montrose.

CLARY, Ethel Mae LONG
1915-2003
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 23 2003 - Ethel Mae Long Clary, daughter of Preston and Estella (Rombold) Long, was born October 26, 1915, in Urich and died at the Westwood Nursing Center, Clinton, on Thursday, October 16, 2003, at the age of 87 years. Ethel was married to Oral V. Clary on October 17, 1945. He preceded her in death on December 25, 1985. To this union one daughter, Trudy, was born. She died in infancy. After her death, Ethel and Oral took one of her nephews, Duane Long, into their home to raise. They lived in Sedalia for 22 years before moving to Clinton in 1986. She was a member of the White Oak Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Oral V. Clary; her daughter, Trudy; five brothers, Cecil Long, Charles Long, Leroy Long, Loren Long and Raymond Long; two sisters, Clara Odle, and twin sister, Esther. She is survived by Duane Long and wife, Debra, Alvarado, Texas; two sisters-in-law, Ruby Long and Betty Long, both of Clinton, as well as numerous other nephews and nieces, cousins and friends. Graveside services were held at the White Oak Cemetery, Urich, on Monday, October 20. Burial was in White Oak Cemetery.

CLARY, George Ernest
1879-1925
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
George Ernest Clary Suddenly Called Home - George Ernest Clary, who lived on the Gaines farm, 11 miles west of Clinton, died at 7 p.m. Sunday with heart failure. He had spent the day in Clinton at the home of his wife's relatives, and had gone home about six o'clock. He had milked one cow and was coming out of the stall, when he screamed and fell. His neighbors, Ora Knight and Bill Ritter had just driven up, and they rushed to him, also his father, A. V. Clary, who was sitting on the porch. He told his father he was dying and asked him if there was anything they could do for him. He had suffered with an attack of influenza several months ago and had not been able to do much since, only having taken up the farm work a few days previous to his death. He had had spells of semi-paralysis. He had had a premonition of his death some weeks before, but both he and his wife had become much encouraged over his condition lately. He was born at the home farm, 5 miles south of Urich, November 27, 1879, and spent his life in White Oak Township. December 26, 1909 he married Miss Ella Cruce. To this union three children were born: Robert Lee age 7 and Kenneth age 2. The little daughter, Geneva Elizabeth, died when but a month old. He also leaves two brothers, John Clary, of Clinton; Ola Clary, of Walker Township; half brother, E. F. Sevier, of Urich; half sister, Mrs. Dora Martin of Springfield. All were here but Mrs. Martin. He was converted in his youth and joined the M. E. Church, South. After his marriage he joined the Christian church with his wife. He was a good husband and father, and interested in farming and stock raising, which was his life work. His death falls most heavily on his dear little wife, who with heavy heart and tear dimmed eyes, must take the place of both parents in the hearts and lives of her two small sons. For her and the other loved ones we can but pray that the Comforter may come in this the saddest hour of their life. May the little ones ever be guided by the wise council of this little mother of theirs. The funeral was conducted at the White Oak church by Rev. A. N. Lindsey, Monday afternoon. Interment in the cemetery by the side of his little daughter.

CLARY, Helen RIDGE
1954-2008
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 29 2008 - Helen S. Ridge Clary, 54, Columbia and formerly of Clinton, died at the University of Missouri Hospital, Columbia, on Monday, May 19, 2008. She is survived by her husband John Clary; daughter Heather Ally; two granddaughters, three sisters and her mother Lula M. Ridge of Warrensburg. She was preceded in death by her son Caleb, and her father Henry Ridge. Cremation with no services.

CLARY, Johnnie N.
1909-1993
Roselawn Cemetery, Fort Collins, Larimer Co, CO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Johnnie N. Clary, 84, of Fort Collins, died Sunday, May 30, 1993 at Spring Creek Health Care Center. Mr. Clary was born May 3, 1909 near Montrose, the son of Ola Clary and Arminta Hart Clary. He received his education at White Oak School and Ballard High School. On Jan. 24, 1936, he married Ferne McDonald in Sedalia. Mr. Clary had lived in Fort Collins for the past five years, moving there from Wheatridge, Colorado. He moved to Colorado about forty years ago, and was employed with Public Service Company of Colorado for twenty-five years. He attended the Baptist Church and First Christian Church. Graveside services were held at Roselawn Cemetery, Fort Collins. The Rev. Richard Schoonover, a nephew of the deceased, officiated. He is survived by his wife, Ferne Clary of Fort Collins; two sons, James K. Clary of Fort Collins and Ronald Clary of Grandview, Washington; three brothers, Richard Clary of Renton, Washington, Estel Clary of Kansas City; and Ralph Clary of Clinton; one sister, Pauline Kreher of Cameron; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

CLARY, Mary Frances BENTLER
1921-1995
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mary Frances Clary died March 10, 1995, at the Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born on January 11, 1921, in Burlington, Iowa, the first child of William Edward Bentler and Frances Marie Ebert Bentler. She graduated from Burlington High School in 1938. She attended a business college in Burlington, Iowa. On September 20, 1944, she married Ralph E. Clary of Urich at St. John's Catholic Church in Burlington, Iowa, and to this union seven children were born. They lived near Camp Roberts, California, until Ralph was sent to the Southeast Pacific during World War II at which time she moved back to Burlington. While Ralph was overseas Mary Fran worked for a law firm. Upon Ralph's return they moved to Appleton City in September of 1946 and Montrose in 1947. In March of 1950 they moved to the farm west of Montrose where they lived until September of 1991 when they moved to Clinton. Mary Frances was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. After her children were raised she worked for the interchurch Coordinating Council in Clinton and then for 12 years as the director of the RSVP program. At the time of her death she was serving as the secretary of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. She was active in the Mt. Hope Rural Home Improvement Club, Cosmos, McGennis Youth Center, the Henry County Museum and many other volunteer projects. She is survived by her husband, Ralph Clary; three sons, John T. Clary of Columbia, William A. Clary of Friendswood, Texas, and Father Michael O. Clary of Blue Springs; two daughters, Maureen F. McAvoy of Puerto Rico and Jean Ann Liu of Warrensburg; six grandchildren, Jarcia, Marcia and Joe Liu, Christine and Matthew McAvoy and Caleb Clary. She was preceded in death by twin sons, Robert and Joseph Clary, as well as her parents. Also surviving are three brothers, William Bentler of Burlington, Ia., Robert Bentler of Burlington, Ia., and Joseph Bentler of Marion, Ia.; three sisters, Rita Hasson of Burlington, Ia., Barbara Lemley of Des Moines, Ia.; and Katherine Adolphson of Burlington, Ia. The Mass of Christian Burial was held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Tuesday, March 14. Burial was in St. Mary's Cemetery in Montrose.

CLARY, Mary Frances DUNN SEVIER
1847-1924
Hickory Grove Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - The character of which we are about to write was a Christian mother. She wrought on the stage of life, not as a star performer, but as a servant behind the scenes, labors that the drama in which she plays may glorify the Ruler of human destiny. The curtain has fallen and the drama in which she played so noble a part has ended in tragedy if she had no hope. But she had more than hope. She had an abiding faith in Him who is able to save her soul and death came not as a conqueror but as a deliverer to prepare her tired body for its long and quiet rest. The subject of this sketch, Mary F. Dunn Clary, was born October 8, 1847, in Cooper county, Mo., and came with her parents to Henry county just previous to the Civil war. Her father, Major Dunn, was a pioneer settler in the Hickory Grove neighborhood and she spent her life within a few miles of the hold home. January 4, 1868, she was united in marriage to George A. Sevier, who passed away April 13, 1874, leaving her with four small children, Jas. W. Sevier, who died in October, 1921, Rosa Williams died in August, 1907, E. F. Sevier, of Urich, and Mrs. W. G. Martin, of Springfield, survive her. January 27, 1877, she was united in marriage to A. V. Clary, who with three sons, John E., of Clinton, George E. and Ola, of Urich, together with one brother, J. N. Dunn, survive her. She departed this life at her late home 5 miles south of Urich, March 21, 1924. Age 76 years, 5 months and 15 days. Funeral service was conducted at the Presbyterian church, of Urich. Interment in Hickory Grove cemetery. The funeral sermon was based on 2nd Timothy 4:7: I have fought a good fight. I have finished my course. I have kept the faith. These words were appropriate since her life confirmed to the highest Christian principles. Sublime indeed, is the service of mother, for no pen nor picture can portray the secret ministries that spring from a heart full of love, our minds are incapable of its full measure. When hearts are aching with sorrow and memory's chamber overflows with reflections, we are consoled by the thought that her contribution to the world was a blessing.

CLARY, Ralph E.
1919-2007
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 7 2007 - Ralph E. Clary, age 87, of Clinton, MO, died June 6, 2007. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Clinton on June 11, 2007. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Montrose, MO. Ralph was born September 18, 1919, of Ola A. and Arminta Lee Clary, the sixth of seven children. He was a graduate of Missouri University, Columbia, where he joined the United States army. He was promoted to the rank of captain and served his country both during and after World War II. As a part of G. Company, 17th Infantry, 7th Division, he was part of the assaults on Leyte and Okinawa. He also served in the occupation of Korea after the war. During the war he was awarded the Silver Star, the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantry badge, the Army Occupation Medal, the Victory Medal, the Asiatic-Pacific Theatre Medal with two Bronze Stars, and the American Theater Medal. He continued his military service after the war in the Army Reserves. He was also an instructor of GI's and a member of the VFW. In 1944, he married Mary Frances Bentler in Burlington, Iowa. They were married 50 years and had seven children, John, William, Michael, Maureen, Jean Ann, Robert and Joseph. Ralph was a farmer and rural mail carrier in the Montrose area, and was actively involved in his church and community. He raised registered Angus cattle. From 1966 to 1999 he gave 33 years of service as a board member of the McGinnis Youth Center in Rich Hill, and was an integral part of the establishment and development of the center. He further served his community as a charter member of the Henry County Farm Bureau, a member of the Henry County Draft Board, a member of the Montrose School District Board, and a member of the Appleton City Hospital Board. When he retired from farming, Ralph and his wife Mary Fran moved to Clinton, where he became a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. He was a fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus. He was interested in history, and along with Mary Fran researched the family genealogy. He is a member of the Missouri Society of the Sons of the American Revolution. He became actively involved in the Henry County Historical Society, and was instrumental in the development and growth of the Henry County Museum. He especially enjoyed his work with the log house and other buildings that are located across the street from the main museum building. He worked with a team of people who transported historic buildings and artifacts to the museum site so that future generations could see a part of real history. In 1998 he was the recipient of the Heritage Award for his service to the Henry County Historical Society. Ralph was preceded in death by his wife Mary Fran, daughter Jean Ann Liu, sons Robert and Joseph, grandson Caleb Clary, parents Ola A. and Arminta Lee Clary, and four brothers and two sisters. Survivors include three sons, John T. Clary & wife Helen of Columbia, MO, William A. Clary & wife Barbara of Friendswood, TX, and Father Michael O. Clary of Lees Summit, MO, one daughter, Capt. Maureen F. McAvoy & husband Cmdr. Tom of Ledyard, CT, five grandchildren, Jarcia Kosinski and husband Paul, Marcia Kantola and husband Matt, Joe Liu, Christine McAvoy, PFC Matt McAvoy, and five great grandchildren.

CLARY, Richard Hart
1922-1997
Greenwood Memorial Park, Renton, King Co, WA
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Richard Hart Clary, Renton, Washington, died November 16, 1997. He was 75. Mr. Clary was born April 9, 1922, in Urich, to Ola and Arminta Clary. He graduated from Clinton High School and served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He married Flossie Hutchens November 20, 1965. He worked as an electrician for the Boeing Co. until retiring in 1984. He enjoyed salmon fishing, hunting, golf and travel. He is survived by his wife, Flossie Clary of Renton; four sons, Lee Morrison and Roger Walker, both of Wichita, Kansas, Kenny Walker of Graham, Washington, and Bob Walker of Chautauqua, Kansas; three daughters, Linda Andrews of Huntsville, Alabama, Judy Cottom of Renton, Washington, and Lora Boys of Wichita, Kansas; a brother, Ralph Clary of Clinton; a sister, Pauline Kreher of Cameron; 21 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Estel, Oral and Johnny Clary, and one sister, Mildred Schoonover; his grandson, Matthew Cottom, and daughter, Kay Higgins. A funeral service was held Friday, November 21, at the Greenwood Funeral Home. Burial was at Greenwood Memorial Park in Renton.

CLARY, William Rutherford
1853-1927
Wenatchee City Cemetery, Wenatchee, Chelan Co, WA
Wenatchee Daily News, Wenatchee, Washington, Nov 12, 1927 - Following an illness which has kept him confined for almost ten months, W. R. Clary, 74, a resident of Wenatchee for the past 22 years, died at 11 o'clock last night. He had been in the monumental business during most of his residence here, and was widely known in the city. Mr. and Mrs. Clary were married 55 years ago in Clinton, MO, where they lived for 21 years, when they moved to Cando, N.D., from where they came to Wenatchee after a short residence. Mr. Clary was a member of the Elks and Masonic lodges of this city, and the latter fraternity will have charge of the funeral to be held Monday at the Masonic temple. Services will be completed at the Wenatchee cemetery. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Sarah (Sims) Clary, four sons, George, Wenatchee, Edward and Howard, of Cleveland, Ohio, and Harvey E. of Seattle. Three daughters, Mrs. Mary Emick of Kansas City, MO., Mrs. Lucy McCarty of Los Angeles and Mrs. Margaret Bowen of Bellingham. The Clarys owned a home at 217 North Delaware Street here. (Note: He was the brother of Agrippa Valentine Clary.)

CLASPILL, Lucille DAVIS
1916-2001
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 10 2001 - Lucille Claspill, 85, Nevada, died Thursday morning, September 6, 2001, at the Kansas University Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas. She was born February 5, 1916, in Montevallo, to LeRoy Davis and Margaret Reginia Hackleman Davis. She married Roy Allen Claspill on March 19, 1934, in Mound City, Kansas. He preceded her in death on January 28, 1971. Mrs. Claspill grew up in Montevallo and lived in Vernon County most of her life. She attended school in Montevallo and Sheldon. She was a member of the First Assembly of God Church, Nevada. She retired from Nevada State Hospital after 15 years as a psychiatric aide. Survivors include four sons, Tommy A. Claspill and his wife, Sarah, Nevada, Carol L. Claspill and his wife, Loretta, Nevada, Darrel S. Claspill and his wife, Doris, Clinton, and Ronald D. Claspill and his wife, Frances, Lake Havasu, Arizona; one daughter, Sandra K. Foreman and her husband, William, Harrisonville; 12 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and three nieces. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Lyle Claspill, and three brothers, Everett, Clifford S. and Lee R. "Pete" Davis. Funeral services were Monday, September 10, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada.

CLAY, Jackie Gene
1950-2003
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 5 2003 - Jack Clay was born on August 16, 1950, and died Saturday, October 25, 2003, at his home in Clinton. He was the son of James and Georgia Roberts Clay. He was a native of Clinton and a fourth generation Henry Countian. Growing up in Clinton as "one of the Clay boys", Jack was an accomplished Little League baseball player and excelled in Scouting, achieving the Warrior level. Jack attended Jefferson Park Grade School, Clinton Junior High and Clinton Senior High School. He graduated in 1969 with Donna Thompson. They married in 1970. Directly out of high school. Jack enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. This was the height of the Vietnam War and Jack wanted to be in the action. It didn't happen and in 1971 he left the Marines as a Corporal. During the next 10 years Jack completed two union apprenticeships in welding and mechanics at Kansas, City Power & Light. During this time, Jack and Donna had three children, Carrie, Matt and Jed. Jack's quest for military action did not end with the Marines. He enlisted in the Navy as a Seabee and achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant in the National Guard. While in the Guard, Jack completed a tour of duty in the Canal Zone of Panama. After leaving KCPL, Jack held a variety of positions at Alva Allen Industries and at one time even owned his own welding business. Something Jack loved to do was teaching. He taught welding at the local vo-tech school and in other adult education settings. He also taught his grandson. William, how to weld. Jack Clay was an active participant in the community. He was Past Master of the Masonic Lodge Number 548. He was also a member of the Scottish Rite and the York Rite. He was vice president of the Golden Valley Shriners, a member of the Golden Valley Mini Rods and the Eastern Star. Jack also served as Deacon at the First Presbyterian Church. Add to this countless hours of coaching Little League baseball. Jack Clay was a thoughtful son and brother, a loving husband and father and a good citizen of the community. He served his country well. A year ago last August, Jack was given the biggest challenge of his life. Brain cancer is a formidable foe but Jack waged a courageous battle, but on October 25, 2003. a kind and generous man died with dignity. Jack is survived by his wife. Donna; his three children, Carrie, Matt and Jed. and seven grandchildren. William, Jacqueline, Nick, Shona, Daphne. Ryan and Kira. Additional survivors include his twin brother Jerry, and sisters, Lorene, Ruth, Mary, Patricia and Virginia, and brothers, Henry, George, Ben and Bill. Funeral services were Wednesday, October 29, at Vansant-Mills chapel, Clinton, with burial in Englewood Cemetery.

CLAY, James Dudley
1910-1991
Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - James D. Clay, 80, formerly of Clinton, died at the Alpine North Nursing Center in Kansas City Thursday, August 22, 1991. Mr. Clay is survived by six sons, James Henry Clay of Clinton, George Thomas Clay and Benjamin Leroy Clay, both of Kansas City, Jackie G. and Jerry D. Clay, both of Clinton, William Richard Clay of Kansas City: six daughters, Lorene Hayes of Deepwater, Ruth Gutridge of Phoenix, Arizona, Mary Brown of Clinton, Betty Grindstaff of Kansas City, Patricia Ruscetta of Greenville, South Carolina, and Virginia Grindstaff of Windsor; 20 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Consalus chapel, with burial in the Hopewell Cemetery. - James Dudley Clay was born October 24, 1910 in Yale, Oklahoma. He was the son of James Thomas and Marvella Sallee Clay and was one of thirteen children, all of whom have preceded him in death. Life in Oklahoma, as Jim so often recalled, was filled with hard work and wonderful family times. His heritage cultivated a lifetime interest in our country's western heritage. the open range, and man's ability to use the earth productively. Jim Clay was part of a generation who, as a child, experienced World War I, the war to end all wars, and to grow into a young man during the twenties - a golden age of reckless abandon - that eventually resulted In the Great Depression. It was during this time, 1931, that James Clay met, courted and married Georgia Fay Roberts in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. This was a union, likes most marriages of this era, that held fast to the vow of "through sickness and health, through richer, or poorer, till death do us part." The thirties in Oklahoma offered very little but hard work, when you could get it, and a promise that times had to get better. The early years of their marriage found Jim and Georgia in the oil fields of Oklahoma and the start of a family, beginning with their daughter, Lorene. Other children quickly followed, Mary. Ruth, James Henry. Betty, Patricia, and Virginia. During these years Jim worked for Champlin Oil Refinery in Naval Reserve, Oklahoma. Like countless millions of young men born into this era, World War Ii brought an abrupt halt to any plans or goals they might have had. His services in the United States Army began in 1944. He served in Central Europe and African campaigns as a heavy machine gun operator in the 304th Infantry, part of General George Patton's Third Army. Jim was awarded three bronze stars, a good conduct medal. entitlement to the European-African Middle Eastern Theatre Campaigns ribbons and an overseas bar. After his honorable discharge in October of 1945, Jim Joined his wife and young family in Clinton. It was here that he began his career in the construction industry, first with the R.J. Wastell Construction Company as a heavy equipment operator. Jim Clay was part of numerous major construction projects, ranging from the country's new interstate highway system, government missiles bases, Kaysinger Dam, Kansas City Power and Light expansion, to the street system of Clinton. Jim Clay was an ambitious man. He gained a reputation within the construction trades as a top-notch heavy equipment operator and was admired for his precision, dexterity, and speed. He was a member of Hoisting Engineers Local 101 and retired in 1973. In addition to finding a new career in Clinton, Jim and Georgia Clay also added fives sons to the family tree, George, Ben, Jack, Jerry and Bill. Jim Clay had a great love for the outdoors, and during lulls in the construction business took opportunities to work with cattle, ranching, and farming. Jim and Georgia Clay were very good parents, instilling in their children the virtues of honesty, loyalty and hard work. Theirs was a union that held fast to the idea that the family was the cornerstone of a productive society. Both found great joy in the accomplishments of all their children and in the later years, even greater joy in their many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. There was great depth to Jim and Georgia's personal commitment to one another. Shortly after Georgia's death in 1990, Jim was stricken with a massive stroke, leaving him unable to walk and very limited ability to move. But far more frustrating was the inability to speak, for it was his great talent to relates stories of his boyhood. to talk about the many changes he had seen in his life, and to voice an opinion, something he was never hesitant to do. The last months of his life were I spent in Alpine North, a skilled nursing center Kansas City. Even here Jim quickly won the hearts of the nursing staff and gained a reputation for his sense of humor, sly smile, and compatibility with other patients. Let us not shed tears for his passing. We can takes comfort that he has at last joined his beloved wife and mother of his children, and even though the span of his life saw two world wars, a great depression, a country coming of age. and a modern era that is often perplexing, Jim Clay was part of it all. His was an exciting and momentous life, and the legacy of his existence is richly assured. Funeral services were held Sunday. August 25, 1991 at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Hopewell Cemetery, Henry County.

CLAY, Jerry Dean
1950-2013
Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Jerry Dean Clay was called Home to be with our Lord on 25 Oct 2013, in Hereford, Arizona. Funeral services will be held Friday, November 1, 2013 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, Missouri. Interment will be in Hopewell Cemetery, Clinton, Missouri. Jerry, along with a twin brother Jackie Gene Clay, were born 16 Aug 1950 in Clinton, Missouri to the late James Dudley Clay and Georgia Faye Roberts. Jackie preceded Jerry to be with our Lord 10 years ago to the day. Growing up in Clinton, Jerry was an active sportsman, competing in baseball and football. He carried that love of sports throughout the rest of his life. A spiritual foundation was laid by his mother and a moral foundation was laid by his participation in Boy Scouts of America in which he achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. These were the same foundations he tried to instill upon his own family, too. Jerry was always in the center of activities growing up. He was a life guard at the swimming pool and in the evenings would be running the projectors at the Crest Movie Theater. After graduating from Clinton Senior High in 1969, he felt the call of the open road upon his life and for 42 years he worked hard as a truck driver before retiring. When not on the road, Jerry loved to go hunting and fishing with his father-in-law, Ray Wyatt. Jerry continued to live in Clinton, Missouri before finally settling in Hereford, Arizona in 2013, where he and his wife became active members of the Sierra Springs Church in Hereford. Jerry Clay was a devoted husband and father. In 1972 he married Linda Jean Wyatt and together they would have a son, Eric Wyatt Clay. He loved everyone unselfishly and was always there to assist if you were ever in need. He touched everyone with his love of life and would push you to enjoy life to its fullest. Jerry is survived by his brothers and sisters; Henry, George, Ben, Billy, Jimmy Dale, Lorene, Patty, Virginia and Mary. He also leaves behind a brother-in-law and two sisters-in-law who loved him very much, Jeff, Sheryl, and Dana.

CLAY, Ronnell A.
1943-2005
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 6 2005 - Ronnell A. Clay, 62, Clinton, died Wednesday, August 31, 2005. Memorial services will be held Saturday, September 10, at Solid Rock Church. Cremation, under the direction of Consalus Funeral Home. He was born July 1, 1943, in Kansas City, son of Myron Sr. and Orelia Clark Clay. He was baptized into the Seventh Day Adventist Church and later converted to the Solid Rock Church. He had dedicated his life to helping others serving as a counselor for AA and NA. Preceding him in death was his parents, one son and one stepdaughter, Regina R. Wrotten. Survivors include his son Ronnell Simon; one brother Myron Clay Jr.; one sister Cozette Clay-Trent; stepchildren, John C. Graves, Howard K. Simon, Emil M. Simon, Averial J. Jacobs, plus numerous other family members and friends.

CLAY, Sharon Lee HARVEY
1942-2011
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 12 2011 - Sharon Lee Clay died at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, on March 25, 2011, at the age of 68 years. She was born December 27, 1942, in Clinton, the daughter of William Henry and Elizabeth Jane (Hightower) Harvey. Sharon was married to her husband of 50 years, James Henry Clay. She was a housewife. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, one brother Robert Harvey, and one sister Sondra Keller. She is survived by her husband Henry Clay of the home; two brothers, Dwight Harvey, Urich, and Butch Miller, Bakersfield, California; five sisters, Janice Harvey, Clinton, Carolyn Burrs, Warrensburg, Beverly Corum, Clinton, Patty Grafrath, Marthasville, and Jere Robinson, Farmersville, California. Graveside services were held in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, on Tuesday, March 29. Inurnment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CLAYCOMB, Donald L. "Donnie"
1940-2001
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 14 2001 - Donnie Claycomb, 61, Windsor, died Sunday, August 12, 2001, at his home in Windsor. He was born August 2, 1940, in Windsor, the son of Jewell Levi Claycomb and Doris Gladys (Knoles) Claycomb. On December 5, 1959, he married Eugenia "Mickey" Barn in Clinton. On November 26, 1971, he married Jewell "Judy" Milam in Clinton. He worked as a heavy equipment operator for Union Local 101, Kansas City for 20 years. He worked for several years on the Harry S. Truman Reservoir project. He was an artist and sign painter and owned and operated Don's Signs in Windsor for several years. He is survived by his mother, Doris Claycomb, Windsor; two daughters, Tonya M. Gentry, Pleasant Hill, and Pamela Grobe, Warsaw; a son, William Claycomb, Windsor; four step-chldren, Teresa Niswonger, Tammy Kimbrough, Carol House and Jimmie Ahart; 16 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; two brothers, Larry Claycomb, Sedlia, and James Claycomb, Windsor, and a sister, Carolyn Baker, Sedalia. He was preceded in death by his father in 1956, a brother, Junior Claycomb in 1983, and a sister, Jean Durrill, in 1984. Graveside services will be Wednesday, August 15, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CLAYCOMB, Doris Gladys KNOLES
1914-2004
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 11 2004 - Doris G. Claycomb, 89, Windsor, died early Saturday morning, May 8, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. She was born November 21, 1914, in Windsor, the daughter of David Leslie Knoles and Bertha Ethel (Collins) Knoles. On November 17, 1931, in Windsor, she married Jewell Levi Claycomb, who died September 1, 1956. She worked as a cook at the former Windsor's Resthaven Nursing Home from 1959 to 1984 and was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church, Windsor. Survivors include two sons, James W. "Buddy" Claycomb and his wife Myrtle, Windsor, and Larry L. Claycomb and his wife Sandy, Sedalia; a daughter, Carolyn L. Baker, Windsor; a brother, Merlin E. Knoles, Independence; 15 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren, and a niece, Sandy Leach. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by three children, Jewell Claycomb, Donald L. Claycomb and Beverly "Jean" Claycomb and two grandsons, David Baker and Alan Durrill. Funeral services were Tuesday, May 11, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CLAYCOMB, James W. "Buddy"
1936-2021
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
James "Buddy" Claycomb, 84, of Windsor, Missouri, died Sunday morning, June 27, 2021, at the Holden Manor Care Center, Holden, Mo. He was born October 22, 1936, in Windsor, Mo., the son of Jewell Levi Claycomb and Doris (Knoles) Claycomb. On August 11, 1955, he married Myrtle Ruth Ransdell in Windsor, Mo., and they enjoyed 65 years of marriage. Buddy worked as a truck driver for many years. He ended his career with Opies Transport, logging over 1,000,000 miles and earning the Employee of the Year award in 1996. He enjoyed classic country and bluegrass music and trips to music shows in the Ozarks. Buddy and Myrtle traveled all over the United States and enjoyed taking their nieces and nephews on day trips. He loved his faithful companion, Scottie. Survivors include a sister, Carolyn Baker; and numerous beloved nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife Myrtle, he was preceded in death by his parents; 3 brothers, Jewell Levi Claycomb Jr., Donald Claycomb and Larry Claycomb; a sister, Jean Durrill; and a nephew, David Baker. Graveside funeral services will be Friday, July 2, 2021, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CLAYCOMB, Myrtle RANSDELL
1936-2020
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Myrtle R. Claycomb, 84, of Windsor, Missouri, died Tuesday afternoon, October 13, 2020, at her home in Windsor. She was born January 24, 1936, in Lexington, Mo., the daughter of Alfred Mayo Ransdell and Sarah Martha (Bell) Ransdell. On August 11, 1955, she married James Ward "Buddy" Claycomb in Windsor and he survives of the home. Myrtle worked for a short time at the Windsor International Shoe Factory. She also worked as a medical technician at the former Windsor Resthaven Nursing Home and then Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation. She enjoyed sewing and quilting and also knitting and crochet. She was a member of the Grace Community Church, Windsor. In addition to her husband Buddy, survivors include a brother, Jerry Ransdell (Dora), Jefferson City, Mo.; and numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Marvin "Bud" Ransdell; 3 sisters, Carol Dillon, Nancy Cockrum, and Bonnie Dickens and two infant siblings, Linda Sue and John Alfred; and a nephew David Baker. Graveside funeral services will be Friday, October 16, 2020, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CLAYPOOL, Leslie Wayne Jr.
1948-2012
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 23 2012 - Leslie Wayne Claypool Jr., 64, Deepwater, died Monday, September 24, 2012, at his home. Wayne was a welder for the Berwin Railways in Iowa. He was a member of the Boilermakers Union in Iowa. He served in the U.S. Navy. He married Sharon Lucas, February 16, 1973. She preceded him in death on June 12, 1996. He was also preceded in death by his parents, Leslie Wayne Claypool, Sr. and Doris Jean (Blank) Claypool, and a sister, Diane Holt. Survivors include his sons, Travis (Stephanie) Claypool and Tony (Teresa) Claypool, both of Deepwater; two sisters, Suzanne Scott, Deepwater, and Roxanne Holt, Clinton, and grandchildren, Hayden Gabriel Claypool, Jazmen Kay Claypool and Cooper Wayne Claypool. A memorial service was held Saturday, September 29, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton.

CLAYTON, Clarence William "Bill"
1923-2003
Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 27 2003 - Clarence W. (Bill) Clayton was born October 12, 1923, to Troy Clayton and Mabel Warner Clayton in the Ohio Post Office community. He died Wednesday, February 5, 2003, at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City. He attended grade school in the rural area and high school at Appleton City and Lowry City. As a young man he accepted Christ as his Savior and was baptized and joined the Ohio Christian Church, later becoming a member of the Lowry City United Methodist Church. In January 1943, he enlisted in the Navy and served there until December 1945. He was employed by Texas Empire Pipe Line until 1947 when these plants began closing. On December 27, 1946, he was married to Lucille Shoemaker. they made their home in Lowry City and Appleton City. He and his father-in-law were in a grocery store in Appleton City, later coming to Lowry City in a hardware store. In 1958 he was employed by Menefee Construction Company as office manager working on road construction in the southeast part of Missouri. He had the desire to have his own business, so in 1971 he and a brother-in-law started an asphalt seal coating business in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Later he became the sole owner. After 23 years in Tulsa, he and Lucille moved back to their home area where he made many new friends and renewed old acquaintance. He was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church, Sunrise Optimist and 50-year member of the Lowry City Masonic Lodge. He is survived by his wife, Lucille, of the home; sisters, Ruthella Knight of Appleton City and Elizabeth Hinton and brother-in-law, Charles Hinton of Clinton; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Saturday, February 8. Burial was in the Lowry City Cemetery.

CLEARY, Mary F.
1935-2009
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 28 2009 - Mary F. Cleary, age 74 of Lincoln, Missouri passed away Saturday, December 26, 2009 at her daughter's home in Lincoln, Missouri. Among survivors include her daughter, Margaret Heimerman of the home.

CLEEK, Lula Mae TRENARY
1905-2004
Evans Cemetery, Evans, Weld Co, CO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 18 2005 - Mae Trenary Cleek, 99, Greeley, Colorado, died Wednesday, December 29, 2004, at the Hospice and Palliative Care of Northern Colorado inpatient unit, Greeley. She was born May 31, 1905, in Clinton, to Henry and Ursula Trenary. On September 30, 1923, she married William Edgar Cleek in Clinton. He preceded her in death in 1957. Mrs. Cleek moved to the Eaton-Greeley area in the 1970s. She was a resident of the Benjamin Square complex in Eaton until 1997 when she moved to Centennial Health Care Center in Greeley. Mrs. Cleek worked as a cook at nursing homes and restaurants. She enjoyed cooking, baking, flower gardening, needlework and spoiling her grandchildren. Survivors are a son, Jim Cleek and wife Cynthia Withrow, Golden, Colorado; son-in-law Orlen Baker of Greeley, Colorado; six grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, 19 great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Juanita Baker; an infant son, and four brothers, Elbert, Emery, Everett and Burton Trenary. Services were held Tuesday, January 3, 2005, at Hillside Baptist Church in Greeley. Interment was in Evans Cemetery. Nieces and nephews from Missouri attending the services were Patricia Hooke, Ozark; Mary Ellen Gieselman, Urich; Larry Trenary, Eula Fern Price and husband Jim, Ronda Brasier and husband Jim, all of Clinton.

CLEEK, Mildred Pearl PARKER
1903-1994
Eaton Cemetery, Eaton, Weld Co, CO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mildred Pearl Cleek, 91, Greeley, Colorado, formerly of Eaton, Colorado, died November 15, 1994, at the Bonell Good Samaritan Center. She was born October 7, 1903, in Windsor to Abraham Lincoln Parker and Anna Rohning Parker. She was a homemaker and worked as a housekeeper at U.N.C. for 11 years. She was married to Tony George Cleek on December 8, 1925, in Clinton. He died on October 3, 1974. They moved to Eaton, Colorado from Missouri in 1943. She was a member of the Eaton Senior Citizens and Eaton United Methodist Church. She is survived by three sons, Harley Eugene Cleek of Eaton, Colordao, Paul Roger Cleek of Leawood, Kansas, and Glenn Calvin Cleek of Arvada, Colordao; one sister, Lorena Powers of Clinton; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tony George Cleek; a daughter, Eileen Lavon Casy, and a brother, Clyde Parker. Graveside services were held at the Eaton Cemetery Saturday, November 19.

CLEEK, Plumah Stella HOOD
1898-1994
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Plumah H. Cleek, 95, Clinton, died Wednesday, October 26, 1994, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. - Plumah Stella Hood, daughter of John Wesley Hood and Delilah Yandall Hood, was born October 28, 1898, at the farm home of her grandparents, Dr. James W. Yandall and Minerva Wade Yandall in the Shawnee Mound community. She grew up there and graduated from Shawnee Mound Grade School. Her parents moved to Clinton where she attended and graduated from the Clinton High school and Teachers Training. She taught in the Henry County schools and her last term was at Lima, south of Clinton. She was married to Charles Cleek on March 31, 1920. To this union one child was born, Frances Aileen. They farmed in the Deer Creek community neaer Clinton for a number of years. They later moved to Clinton where they were co-owners of the Clinton Cleaners and to Kansas City in 1952, where Charles worked for Rothchild's and she was a bookkeeper. In 1969 Charles and Plumah moved to Boonville where they operated a dry cleaning business with their son-in-law for 14 years, returning to Clinton in 1982. She leaves her daughter and son-in-law, Frances Aileen and David Jacob Petty, and a host of nieces and nephews to mourn her passing. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles, on January 31, 1982; her parents; one sister, Georgia Mae Ford; two brothers, Charles and Sherman Hood. Funeral services were Saturday, October 29, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CLEGG, Ida Belle SANDERS
1871-1947
Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Sep 11 1947 - Dies in Sedalia -- Mrs. Ida Clegg, formerly of near Blairstown, died at 6:00 a.m., Sunday at the home of a daughter, Mrs. B. B. Bradley in Sedalia, where she had made her home for several years. Mrs. Clegg lived on farms near Blairstown until the death of her husband, J. R. Clegg, about eight years ago. The following children are left to mourn her passing: Mrs. Bradley and Mrs. Elmer Coulter of Sedalia, Mrs. Ike Dilks of Urich, Miss Margaret Clegg, who teaches school in Colorado, Steve Clegg of Blairstown, Floyd Clegg of Webb City, Joe Clegg of Kansas City, also a number of grandchildren including Mrs. John W. Smith, one mile west of Clinton. Last rights were held Tuesday at the Blairstown Methodist Church, where she was a member. Burial was in the nearby cemetery.

CLEGG, John Robert
1867-1939
Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Feb 9 1939 - John R. Clegg, who lived north of Blairstown, died Wednesday afternoon last week after an illness of several weeks. He as 72 years old, and had lived in this community 25 years. He was a highly esteemed neighbor and friend, noted for his integrity and honesty. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Ida Belle Sanders Clegg, seven children and several grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at the Methodist church. Burial in Blairstown cemetery.

CLEGG, Margaret
1896-1964
Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Sedalia Democrat, Sedalia MO, Friday, Nov 6 1964 - Miss Margaret Clegg, 68, former Sedalian, died at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday in Pueblo, Colo., after having been hospitalized two weeks. She had undergone surgery on Nov. 2 and death was attributed to a heart attack. She resided here at 818 East Tenth. She was the daughter of the late Johnny and Ida Clegg, Sedalia. She was a member of the Epworth Methodist Church in Sedalia. Surviving are three brothers: Steven, Blairstown; Joe, Lee's Summit and Floyd, state of Colorado; and one sister, Mrs. B. B. Bradley, state of Virginia. Miss Clegg began teaching in Missouri and for a number of years taught in Colorado, retiring in 1962. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Blairstown Methodist Church at Blairstown, Mo. Burial will be near Blairstown.

CLEGG, Robert Lee
1927-1930
Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Oct 16 1930 - Robert Lee Clegg, son of J. A. and Susie Newman Clegg, was born August 13, 1927; passed away October 8th, 1930; aged 3 years, 1 month and 25 days. He leaves to mourn his early departure, besides his parents, a brother, James Adam, and two sisters, Florence Christine and Pauline Belle; his grandparents, Mrs. Kitty Newman, and Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Clegg; two uncles, four aunts and ten cousins, with a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church Friday afternoon. Interment was made in the Blairstown cemetery.

CLEGG, Stephen John Sr.
1918-2002
Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens, Olathe, Johnson Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 20 2002 - Stephen "John" Clegg, Sr., 84, Olathe, died at Olathe Medical Center, Olathe, Kansas, on Thursday, September 19, 2002, after a short illness with cancer. He was born January 12, 1918, the son of Stephen Robert and Sarah Pearl (Craig) Clegg in Holden. On March 13, 1943, at Enid, Oklahoma, he married Hazel Gnell Kohler, who survives of the home. He served in the United States Army Medical Corps from 1941-45. He was employed by Union Gas Company, Olathe, Kansas, for 37 years. He is also survived by his three sons, Stephen J. Jr., and daughter-in-law Karen Clegg, Overland Park, Kansas, D. Eugene "Gene" and daughter-in-law, Merry Clegg, Spring Hill, Kansas, and Kent Lee Clegg, Olathe, Kansas; one sister, Mickey and brother-in-law, Floyd Pinkston, Springfield; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild; many nieces and nephews and several great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Robert Clegg, and sister-in-law, Shirley L. Clegg. Services will be at the College Church of the Nazarene at Garrett Chapel, 2020 East Sheridan, Olathe, Kansas, on Monday, September 23. Burial will be in Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens, Olathe, Kansas.

CLEGG, Susie Belle NEWMAN
1895-1980
Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Susie Belle Clegg, 84, Urbana, died October 5 at a hospital in Loma Linda, CA. She was born Nov. 30, 1895 in Blairstown, the daughter of James A. and Kitty Smith Newman. She married Joseph A. Clegg on Nov. 16, 1916 in Warrensburg. He died Oct. 18, 1979. Mrs. Clegg lived in Blairstown many years before moving to Urbana 11 years ago. She had been in Loma Linda for three months with her daughter. Mrs. Clegg was a member of the Branch Memorial Seventh Day Adventist Church in Branch. Survivors include one son, James A. Clegg, San Jose, CA.; four daughters, Christine Gray, Urbana; Pauline Roberts, Urbana; Elma Lee Hershey, Loma Linda, CA.; and Gloria Ewert of Tracy, CA.; 17 grandchildren, and 20 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held today at the Ward Funeral Home in Chilhowee. Burial was in the Blairstown Cemetery.

CLEMENS, Betty Yvonne PURNELL HEARN DALTON MITCHELL
1928-2018
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Betty Yvonne Clemens, 89, of Kansas City, Kansas, formerly of Clinton, Missouri died Saturday evening, February 17, 2018 at her home with her family around her. She was born November 6, 1928 on a farm in Lewis Station, Mo.; the daughter of Ernest "Bumpas" Purnell and Jeanette "Nettie" Ethel (Anders) Purnell. Her family lived in several places and by age 8 they had settled in Calhoun, Mo., where she graduated from the Calhoun High School in 1946. She began her employment with the International Shoe Factory in Windsor, Mo., then moved to Kansas City, KS., and soon after married James "Jim" Hearn in 1947 in Kansas City, KS. He preceded her in death on September 21, 1971. She later married Herbert "Herb" Dalton on October 26, 1974 and he preceded her in death on January 28, 1980. She married Ramon "Mitch" Mitchell on June 5, 1982 and he preceded her in death on May 9, 1984. Betty worked as a catalogue clerk with Montgomery Wards for six years, then worked for the Board of Public Utilities for twenty-two years, retiring in 1990. Following her retirement she moved to Clinton, Mo., to be near her sisters and brother. She soon met a wonderful man, Estel Clemens. They married on July 12, 1993. He preceded her in death on October 28, 2010. She was a member of the Osceola Community Church, Osceola, MO. She enjoyed cooking, embroidery, crosswords and cross stitching. Surviving are two sons, Ernest "Ernie" Hearn and wife Velda, Kansas City, KS, and V. Dale Hearn and wife Donna, Edgerton, KS; one daughter, Sandra "Sandy" Paida, Merriam, KS; six grandchildren, Eric Hearn, Cory Lentz, Preston Hearn, Tiffany Burnau, Steven Hearn and Veronica Paida; eleven great-grandchildren, Mark Burnau, Jr., Victoria Burnau, Braxton Burnau, Shawn Hearn, Adalyn Hearn, Audrey Hearn, Hunter Hearn, Davis Hearn, Stephanie Rush, Chyenne Atchley and Cadence Wooge; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, John W. Purnell and Clifton "Gene" E. Purnell; and two sisters, Gladys L. Tise and Edna E. LaRue; and a son-in-law, Dwight Paida. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Interment will be in the Vansant Road Cemetery, Clinton.

CLEMENTS, Bonnie Eileen WHISLER
1923-2006
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 1 2006 - Bonnie Clements, 82, died July 31, 2006 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 3rd, at Consalus Chapel with burial in Englewood Cemetery. She was born August 29, 1923, in Pleasant Hill, daughter of A. Lee and Geneva McClintock Whisler. She enjoyed her grandchildren and loved bowling, gardening, playing cards, listening to Paul Harvey, square dancing, and country music. She was the owner/operator of Blue & Gold Beauty Salon. She was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church. Preceding her in death is her parents, husband, Harold; two brothers, Elvin Whisler, W. C. "Buster" Whisler and one sister, Irma Fay Whisler. Survivors include her one son, Donald R. Clements; one daughter, Kay Darlene Copowycz and husband, Walt; one brother, Oran E. Whisler and wife Edith; four grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Lois Whisler and Evelyn Whisler; several nieces and nephews; plus other numerous relatives and friends.

CLEMINGS, Albert
1850-1932
Page Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, Apr 7 1932 - Albert Clemings was born in Ohio, January 8, 1850, and passed away at his home in Creighton, Friday, April 1, at the age of 82 years, 2 months and 23 days. the greater part of his life was spent on farms southwest of town, until about six years ago when they moved to town. On March 12th he and his wife, formerly Miss Nancy Ann Page, quietly celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Clemings were the parents of six children, five of whom survive -- W. L. Clemings and Mrs. Blanche Jones of Creighton; F. E. Clemings of Liberty; I. R. Clemings of Calhoun; and Mrs. John Fehr of Rocky Ford, Colo. The deceased was a member of the Creighton Baptist church and was highly regarded as a citizen. Funeral services were conducted at the Baptist church Saturday, and burial was made at the Morrow cemetery.

CLEMINGS, Nancy A. PAGE
1858-1935
Page Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, Jan 2 1936 - Mrs. Nancy Page Clemings was born January 19, 1858, near Old Urich, and departed this life Dec. 27th, at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Everet Jones, northwest of town, after a short illness. She had spent her entire life in and near Creighton. She married Albert Clemings in 1879 and to them were born six children; five of whom survive her: W. L. Clemings and Mrs. Everet Jones, of Creighton; Mrs. John Fehr, of Rocky Ford, Colo., F. E. Clemings of Liberty, and Rev. R. I. Clemings of Calhoun. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Baptist Church, of which she was a member, and burial made at the Morrow Cemetery.

CLEMINGS, Walter Lee
1880-1960
Page Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Sep 15 1960 - Rev. R. I. Clemings Loses Brother - Funeral services for W. L. Clemings, 80, who died Sept. 2, 1960, in Colorado General Hospital, Denver, Colo., were conducted Sept. 5 at the Creighton Methodist Church. Burial was in Page Cemetery, northeast of Creighton. Walter Lee Clemings was born June 15, 1880, on a farm near Creighton, the son of Albert and Nancy A. Clemings. On Aug. 23, 1905, he married Olive M. Jenkins to which union four daughters were born, one, Nadine, preceding him in death in infancy. He leaves his wife with whom he spent 55 years of happy married life; three daughters, Mrs. Given Robinson, Aurora, Colo., Mrs. J. A. (Relna) Snow, Mrs. Walter (Maxine) Sumner, Kansas City; three grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Ula Fehr, Rocky Ford, Colo.; two brothers, The Rev. R. I. Clemings, Calhoun, and Forest Clemings, Chanute, Kan.

CLEMINGS, Wilburn Lee
1919-1938
Sedalia Democrat, Sedalia MO, Monday, Jan 10 1938 - Wilburn Lee Clemings, youngest son of Rev. and Mrs. R. I. Clemings, of Eldorado Springs, Mo., was born October 1, 1919 in Kansas City, Kas, and did Monday, January 3, at 11:30 a.m. His death came as a great shock to the family, being ill only three hours. He was a senior in the Eldorado Springs high school and moved there with his parents August 27, at which time his father entered upon his new field of labor as pastor of the First Baptist church. He joined the Baptist church in 1931. He is survived by his parents, One sister, Mrs. Lucille Masters, Calhoun, Mo., one brother, James Clemings, Oswego, Kas., his grandparents, no living, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Moore, Deepwater, Mo., four uncles, four aunts. Funeral services were held at the Calhoun Baptist church, January 5th. Burial was at the Englewood cemetery, Clinton. Rev. Clemings is a former pastor of the Otterville Baptist church. Wilburn Clemings attended grade school there. He died of a blood-clot on the heart.

CLEVENGER, Alta Fay GREEN
1913-1994
Hickory Point Cemetery, Green Ridge, Pettis Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Alta Fay Clevenger, 81, Green Ridge, died Thursday, December 22, 1994, at Truman Valley Health Care Nursing Home in Windsor. She was born April 18, 1913, in Macks Creek, the daughter of Joel Carlton Green and Gertie May McDowell Green. On February 4, 1931, she married A. B. (Drum) Clevenger, who preceded her in death December 5, 1971. Mrs. Clevenger was a homemaker and a member of the former Hickory Point Baptist Church, near Green Ridge. Survivors include a daughter, Beverly Sullivan, Green Ridge; a sister, Jesse Mae Christian, Windsor; three grandsons: six great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Alfred, Ralph and Ted. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 24, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Hickory Point Cemetery, near Green Ridge.

CLEVENGER, Duane
1947-2010
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 13 2010 - Duane Clevenger, 63, rural Calhoun, died Monday, July 12, 2010, at his home. He was born February 24, 1947, in Windsor, the son of Paul Leslie Clevenger and Mildred E. (Helphrey) Clevenger. On July 7, 1984, in Windsor, he married Marie J. Mefford, who survives of the home. Mr. Clevenger was a truck driving for many years, driving for Bekins Van Lines, North American Van Lines and later of Golden Valley Transportation in Clinton before his retirement. He was a hard worker and loved working with wood and had built the house he and his family lived in. He was a former member of the Windsor United Methodist Church. In addition to his wife, Marie, of the home, he is survived by a stepson, Christopher Beau Richards, Yankton, South Dakota; a stepdaughter, Sonya Marie Hornback and her husband, Brian, Chilhowee; three sisters, Betty Maxwell, Clinton, Marjorie Wilson, Odessa, Arlene Thomas, state of Florida; five step-grandchildren, Alexis, Brison, Renee, Olivia and Garrett, and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ernest Clevenger. Funeral services will be Friday, July 16, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CLEVENGER, Fay Carol BROWN
1945-2015
Fay Carol Clevenger, age 69 years, passed away Sunday May 10, 2015 at her home in Tightwad, Missouri. she was born in Knox city, Texas to Richard Brown and Stella Hickson. Among survivors is her son Christopher Sipes of Gladstone Missouri, two brothers Don Brown and Clarence Brown both of Odessa, Texas and sister Joann Hickson of Wills Point, Texas. Fay wished to be cremated, a private family service will be held at a later date.

CLEVENGER, Gary Lee
1947-1998
Holden Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 10 1998 - Gary Lee Clevenger, 50, Holden, died Friday, March 6, 1998, at Research Belton Hospital. He was born October 24, 1947, in Kansas City, the son of Theodore Foster and Virgie Mae (Yeager) Clevenger. On January 21, 1968, he married Ruby Rogers in Holden. He had lived in Holden and Kingsville area most of his life and graduated from Kingsville High School in 1965. Mr. Clevenger had been a truck driver for Dupuis Redi-Mix Concrete Company in Greenwood for 25 years. He is survived by his wife Ruby of the home; one son Jerry lee Clevenger of Garden City, and one daughter Julie Mae Williams, Holden; four grandchildren, Lacy Mae Williams, Jessica Leigh Williams, Austin Lee Clevenger and Kyla Marie Cooper, all of Holden. Funeral services were Monday, March 9, at Ben Cast & Son-Wood Funeral Home, Holden. Burial was in Holden Cemetery.

CLEVENGER, Helen Alice McQUITTY
1907-1998
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Helen Alice McQuitty Clevenger was born November 4, 1907, with a twin sister Hildreth, in Henry County. Helen had four brothers and three sisters. James and George McQuitty and Hildreth Paul predeceased her. She is survived by David Wraye McQuitty of San Diego, California, Howard McQuitty of Holden, Catherine McArthur of Independence, and Margaret Tillman of Clinton. Helen attended school in Warrensburg and attended other schools before completing her bachelor's degree in education at Lindenwood College in St. Charles. She taught in Missouri school systems from Norris to St. Charles for nearly 40 years. She was a member of P.E.O., D.A.R., the Presbyterian Church in St. Charles and Clinton plus many other civic activities. She married Dr. Homer Clevenger June 22, 1934, in Warrensburg. Two children were born to Homer and Helen, a daughter Elizabeth Ann, and a son Dr. Thomas Benton. Homer passed away December 14, 1979, and is interred at Carrsville Cemetery awaiting Helen. Ann married James Earl Ray and had three children before her death on July 17, 1978. Dr. Jane Elizabeth Ray married to Daniel Huesman of Alexandria, Kentucky, Michael James Ray of Ft. Worth, Texas, and Stephen Daniel Ray of Cincinnati, Ohio. Tom is married to Dr. Novella Sue Noland and he has four children, two daughters named Stephanie Leigh Gage of Appleton, Wisconsin, and Kimberly Ann Hamilton of Raytown and two sons named William Thomas Clevenger, who attends Missouri University in Columbia, and Michell Alan McNeely in St. Charles. Helen has two great-grandchildren named Sydney Ann and Courtney Elizabeth Huesman of Alexandria, Kentucky. Services were at Consalus Funeral Home in Clinton on Monday, February 9. Burial will be in Carrsville Cemetery in rural Henry County.

CLEVENGER, Tillie E. CARPENTER BOYD
1914-2003
Green Ridge Cemetery, Green Ridge, Pettis Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 1 2003 - Tillie E. Clevenger, 89, formerly of Green Ridge, died Saturday morning, March 29, 2003, at Millie's Elder Care, Sedalia. She was born March 16, 1914, in Green Ridge, the daughter of Walter Carpenter and Nora Mae (Breeden) Carpenter. On April 6, 1935, in Sedalia, she married George Boyd Ray, who died in April 1947. She then married Benjamin "Bennie" Guy Clevenger on October 15, 1955, in Warsaw and he died February 1, 1994. She worked at the International Shoe Factory in Higginsville for 13 years and then worked at Lamy's Levi Factory in Sedalia for six years before her retirement. She was a member of the former ElDorado Christian Church, near Green Ridge, and Rebekah's Lodge #830, formerly of Green Ridge. Mrs. Clevenger is survived by four nieces, Katheryn Barnard, Jean Dingus, Marian Schroeder, Louise Ray, and a nephew, Walter Ray. In addition to her husbands, she was preceded in death by three sisters, Mildred Carpenter, Sarah Reinhart, Margaret Ray, and two nieces, Dorothy McCartney and Patsy Gayle Ray. Funeral services will be Wednesday, April 2, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Green Ridge Cemetery.

CLEVENGER, William "Bill"
1918-2006
Lincoln Cemetery, Lincoln, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 19 2006 - William "Bill" Clevenger, 87, Lincoln, died Monday evening, January 16, 2006, at Osage Beach Health Care Center, Osage Beach. He was born July 21, 1918, in Lawson. He married Kay Sappington. On January 14, 1978, in Clinton, he married Mary Lou Williams, who survives of the home. He was a truck driver for many years before going to work for the Department of Natural Resources in Knob Noster for 10 years before his retirement. He served in the United States Army during World War II and was stationed in Germany as a member of the 648th Tank Destroy Battalion. He was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in action. He attended Cedar Grove Baptist Church near Warsaw and was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Lake View Heights, the VFW Lincoln Memorial Post, Disabled American Veterans and the American Legion Post #305, Cole Camp. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Curtis Michael Clevenger, Raytown; a stepdaughter, Marsha Lutjen and her husband Gary, Windsor; eight grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Estell Clevenger and an infant brother; three sisters, Jessie Fields, Helen Smith and Ermal Rauche, and a stepdaughter Judith Crow. Memorial services will be Friday, January 20, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be at a later date in Lincoln Cemetery.

CLIFTON, Michael Raymond
1945-2014
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 24 2014 - Michael Raymond Clifton, 69, died Saturday, June 28, 2014, at his home in Clinton. Michael was born March 9, 1945, in Kansas City, the son of Raymond and Myrtle (Martin) Clifton. He drove trucks for a living. It was the love of his life. Michael started with Black Sivalls & Bryson out of Kansas City and worked there for eight years. Next he went to work for East Coast Express, followed by Clearfield Cheese for 13 years. He spent the last 25 years of his employment driving for Wal-Mart Transportation, retiring in 2011. Michael enjoyed watching the KC Chiefs, KC Royals and the Missouri Tigers. He loved his family very much and spent as much time with them as he could. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one„child, Baby Clifton. Survivors include his wife, Sharon, of the home; five sons, William (Lorena) Clifton of Clinton, Eddie Clifton of Gunn City, Richard (Penny) Clifton of Clinton, Michael (Leigh Ann) Clifton of Washburn and Donald Clifton of the home; sister, Michele Green of Clinton; brother, James (Mary) Clifton of Kansas City; aunt, Margaret Korsi of Clinton; 10 grandkids, Ashley, Amber, Amanda, Ricky, Wyatt, Sammy, Tyler, Brittney, Haley and Hanna; five great-grandkids, Austin, Abby, Drew, Kynzleigh and Vinny, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many, many friends. A memorial service was held Thursday, July 3, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Inurnment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CLIFTON, Myrtle Glondale MARTIN
1921-2010
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 14 2010 - Myrtle Glondale "Grandma" Clifton was born January 17, 1921, in Bloomfield, Nebraska, the daughter of Henry and Lucreta (Fox) Martin. she died at her home in Clinton on Tuesday, November 9, 2010, at the age of 89 years. She was married to Raymond Clifton, who preceded her in death on May 12, 2005. Myrtle was an avid bowler. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Raymond; a granddaughter, Kimberly Green; a sister, Jacqualine Jones, and a brother, Donald Keith Martin. Myrtle is survived by one daughter, Michele Green of the home; two sons, Michael R. Clifton of Clinton and James W. Clifton of Kansas City; one sister, Margaret Korsi of Clinton; 14 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Saturday, November 13. Inurnment was in Englewood Cemetery.

CLIFTON, Raymond W.
1919-2005
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 7 2005 - Raymond W. Clifton, son of Albert Stewart and Floy (Blees) Clifton, was born in Kansas City April 8, 1919, and he died at his home in Clinton May 12, 2005, at the age of 86 years. He was married to Myrtle G. Martin April 6, 1939, in Liberty, and they were married for 66 years. He was in the Merchant Marines from 1941 to 1945. He was a firefighter for the Kansas City Fire Department before he retired in 1968. He then moved to Viola where he lived until moving to Clinton in 1999. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Floy (Blees) Clifton; his stepfather William Baker; one brother Jack Clifton; one sister Roberta Clifton, and one granddaughter Kimberly Green. He is survived by his wife Myrtle Clifton of the home; two sons Micheal Clifton and wife Sharon, Harrisonville, and James Clifton and wife Mary, Kansas City; one daughter Michelle Green, Clinton; 11 grandsons, Leonard Green, Clinton, Steven Green, Kansas City, Chris Green and wife Belinda, Memphis, Tennessee, William Clifton and wife Lorena, Clinton, Eddie Clifton and wife Kelly, Gunn City, Richard Clifton and wife Penny, Clinton, Micheal Clifton and wife Leann, Washburn, Jason Clifton, Patrick Clifton, Aaron Clifton and Mackenzie Clifton, all of California, plus 22 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Memorial services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Saturday, May 14. This was cremation with burial at a later date at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CLINE, Asa E. "Gene"
1974-2002
Mount Zion Cemetery, Osage Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 15 2002 - Gene Cline, 28, Appleton City, died Wednesday, November 13, 2002, at his home. He was an automotive mechanic. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 16, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Burial was in Mt. Zion Cemetery, Rockville.

CLINE, Bathia Porter PRALL
1843-1927
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Feb 1927 - Bathia Porter Prall was born in Pennsylvania, February 1, 1843. She moved with her parents to Clinton county, Ohio, where she taught school for awhile. Here she met Thomas Cline to whom she was married on May 31, 1866. To this union, 10 children were born. Three of whom died in infancy. The others grew to maturity and are still living, with the exception of one daughter, who died eight years ago. She is survived by her husband of Brownington, and six children as follows: Mrs. Rosa Done of Clinton, Mo.; Mrs. Flora Ford of Hillsborough, Ohio; Milton Cline of Mt. Zion; Grover C. Cline of Blackwell, Okla.; Henry and Elra Cline, who reside with them in the home. All the children who are living were able to be present at the funeral. She is also survived by 29 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Mrs. Cline was converted and joined the Baptist church when she was just a girl, and at the time of her death she was a member of the Finey Baptist church. Although they have been living in Brownington for 8 years, she never moved her church membership from Finey, where they lived on a farm near the church for a number of years. She was a good and faithful Christian, and found joy in serving her Lord. Sister Cline had been in failing health for a number of years. all that loving hands could do was done to make her comfortable, but for some time she had just been awaiting the call of her Master, whom she loved, that she might leave the old tabernacle of the body and might enter her mansion in the skies. The call came early Monday morning, January 17th, and she has gone to be with her Savior, where there is no sickness, sorrow nor death, and to be with her loved ones over there and to await the coming of the others. She was 83 years, 11 months and 16 days old. Funeral services were conducted at the Brownington Baptist church by James D. Briggs, Tuesday afternoon, and the body was borne to the beautiful cemetery near by and tenderly laid to rest.

CLINE, Geneva Alice SAMPSON
1915-1999
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Friday, Jan 15 1999 - Geneva Alice Sampson Cline, daughter of Charles Eugene and Mamie Leona Dodson Sampson, was born December 6, 1915, in Brownington, and died January 1, 1999, at Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City. Geneva was married to Forest F. Cline on March 26, 1932, at The First Baptist Church in Clinton. Forest preceded her in death on December 14, 1971. Geneva spent her life as a homemaker, mother, hospital bookkeeper and sheriff's department dispatcher. She had lived in Brownington and Warsaw before she moved to Lowry City three years ago. She is survived by her son, Forest (Butch) Cline, his wife Mollie, Mesa, Arizona; her loving companion, Ivan Bradley, who cared for her during her illness and who has been a very good friend; two sisters, Joann Crowder of Brownington and Carolyn Joyce Westoff of Belton; one brother, Charles Eugene Sampson, Jr. of Urich; two grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, as well as a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel Tuesday, January 5. Burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

CLINE, Henry May
1879-1938
Finey Church Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mr. Cline, well-known farmer and long resident of southeast Henry County, died about 12:07 p.m., March 13, 1938, at a hospital in Springfield from spinal meningitis with which he had been critically ill about three weeks. He had been working at Fair Grove, about 15 miles northeast Springfield since last November, cutting wood in the timber which was a pleasurable work for him, but after he became ill, his brothers were not notified until Friday, a short time before he became unconscious. Soon after he was taken to the hospital where he lived but a few hours. His brother Elra Cline of Finey, and Grover Cline of Blackwell, Okla., went as soon as possible and his only son Oral of Fort Scott, Kans., hastened to his father's bedside but did not again see him alive. Henry May Cline was born May 29, 1879, in Logan County, Ohio, and as a youth came with his family to Henry County where they lived in different communities until they settled one-half mile northeast of Finey which had since been the Cline home. He married Ada Fifer of Mt. Zion in 1901 and to this union were born two children, both of whom survive, the son, and a daughter, Mrs. Lawrence Sanders, of Kansas City. There are also seven grandchildren; a sister Mrs. Rosa Doan, at 615 West Grand River; and besides the other two brothers, Milton Cline, near Mt. Zion. Mr. Cline was a farmer and actively engaged on their farm until the past three years, when he and his brother, who lived together, rented the land and deceased worked on public works and odd jobs. He and his brothers were closely united, and since his own children had established homes of their own, he enjoyed visiting all those he held dear. He was quiet and uncomplaining and ever industrious. He was a lifelong member of the Finey Baptist church which joined a corner of the farm and was but a quarter mile from the home. Funeral services were conducted at Finey at 1:30 p.m. Sunday. Bird Holland, a neighbor, spoke comforting words. He was laid to his eternal rest in the nearby cemetery.

CLINE, Margaret Helen LaFAVOR
1919-2014
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Helen Cline, 94, Windsor, died Wednesday evening, January 8, 2014, at Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Windsor. She was born January 23, 1919, in Windsor, the daughter of John William LaFavor and Nannie Belle (Ancell) LaFavor. On September 21, 1940, in Cassville, she married Harry Eugene Cline. He preceded her in death on June 5, 1980. Mrs. Cline worked for the Wilson-Allen Corporation in Windsor, making lures for over 34 years. She was a graduate of Windsor High School. She was a longtime member of the First Christian Church, Windsor, and the Christian Women Fellowship of the church. She was a member of Order of Eastern Star Chapter 102, Windsor, and after the Windsor Chapter of the Eastern Star was no longer in existence, she became a member of the Clinton Chapter 73. She was also a member of the former Meadow Queen Rebekah Lodge 528 and the Ladies Encampment Auxiliary 56 in Clinton. Survivors include a daughter, Jean Kreisel and her husband, Larry, Windsor; a granddaughter Angie Vick, Columbia; two great-grandsons, Jeremiah Vick and Nicholas Vick, also of Columbia, and several nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Helen was preceded in death by two brothers, Walter Harold LaFavor and James William LaFavor; seven sisters, Rosa LaFavor, Mable Smith, Bertha Courtney, Elizabeth McFadden, Pearl Grimsley, Lucille Burford, Erma LaFavor, and a baby who died in infancy. Funeral services will be Sunday, January 12, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CLINE, Mollie Marie GROSS
1945-2008
Stones Chapel Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 13 2008 - Mollie Marie Cline of Clinton went to be with the Lord Feb. 14, 2008. She was born July 6, 1945, in Clinton, the daughter of Raynard and Edna (Michel) Gross. Mollie was united in marriage to Forest Lynn Cline, who survives of the home, on May 26, 1979, in Clinton. Mollie enjoyed being a supervisor for Casey's for years as she enjoyed being around the public before her health declined. They moved to Mesa, Arizona where they resided for six years as her health worsened. They made the decision to move back to be with her family and friends. Her hobbies and interests included going to church, going out to eat, going to the boats and playing cards. She devoted her life to helping her children and friends whenever and wherever she was needed. Mollie was preceded in death by her father and mother, Raynard and Edna Gross; one brother Gene Gross, and one sister Wanda Southers, as well as five nieces and nephews. Survivors include her husband Forest of the home; three daughters, Patricia Breshears and husband Robert of Warsaw, Pamela Smith and husband Jerry of Clinton, and Karen Knight and husband Ron of Clinton; one son Edward Houk of Clinton; two brothers, Roger Gross and wife Sheila of Windsor and Jim Gross and wife Bettie of Urich; a brother-in-law A. J. Southers of Clinton; five grandchildren, Shawn and Shane Breshears, Ashley and Andrea Carver and Kaitlyn Smith; two step-grandchildren, Britney and Cory Knight, and three great-grandchildren, Angel, Andrew and Lacey Breshears, and a lifelong friend, Mary Laughlin of Arkansas. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Sunday, Feb. 17. Interment was in Stones Chapel Cemetery, Montrose.

CLINKENBEARD, Earl Paul
1892-1995
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Earl P. Clinkenbeard, 102, formerly of Windsor, died Wednesday, October 25, 1995, at Meyer's Care Center, Higginsville. He was born November 18, 1892, in St. Joseph, the son of Louis N. Clinkenbeard and Mary K. Anderson Clinkenbeard. On December 31, 1922, in Windsor, he married Pansy A. Weathers, who preceded him in death March 1, 1990. Mr. Clinkenbeard and his wife, Pansy, lived and farmed in and around Windsor, until their retirement in 1984. He was a member of the Brandon United Methodist Church, near Windsor. He is survived by four daughters, Edna Wescott, Springfield, Irma Gregory, Tightwad, Rosemarie Hunsaker, Leesville, Jean Harms, Windsor; E. Spencer Clinkenbeard, Aurora, Colorado; 27 grandchildren; 60 great-grandchildren and 20 great-great-grandchildren. Mr. Clinkenbeard has extended family in Illinois, Florida, Texas, Oklahoma and California. He was preceded in death by three infant children, a grandchild and a great-grandchild. Funeral services will be Monday, October 30, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CLINTON, James William Sr. "Bill"
1847-1937
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - "Uncle Billy" Clinton Died -- J. W. Clinton, known to many as "Uncle Bill," died at his home about five miles southwest of Urich, at 9:20 p.m. Friday, from an attack of the flu and complications. He was almost 90 years old. James William Clinton was born May 1, 1847, in Edgar County, Ill., and came to Henry County when 18, living in the county intermittently until 1886 when he settled on his farm in what is known as "Stump Town," southwest of Urich, where his home had been since. Mr. Clinton loved the soil and took pride in truck gardening, usually raising the best watermelons in the west part of Henry County, despite adverse weather. He was an excellent gardener, the first to have green vegetables in the spring, and always harvested something to reward his untiring labor. He was a true gentleman, ever courteous and chivalrous, his manners a product of a past generation. His house was open to his friends but no one who sought admittance was turned from his door. Uncle Bill's birthday celebration, the Sunday nearest May 1, was attended by many from western Henry County. Sometimes it was the last of April, again the first Sunday in May, but he held open house to as many who cared to come, for it had been a basket dinner affair the last then years. His wife started the custom on his fiftieth birthday by inviting a few friends in for the day and the next year invited some of the neighbors. Through the years the circle of friends widened, bad weather and sickness the only factors that kep the folks away. The largest number was almost 100 and the names of the guests were kept so that later Mr. Clinton could refresh his memory of those present. During the past 39 years he had only missed two celebrations; one when his wife died and the other when he was recuperating in the west from an illness. He was mother and father to his family after the death of his wife in 1900, and his children repaid him with tender devotion and loving care in his later years. Daisy, now Mrs. Ross Perry, has kept his home as it always was, cooked his favorite foods and nursed him through sickness. His son, William Clinton, Jr. and Dorothy, Mrs. Carl Estep, Urich, have always been eager to assist, and another daughter, Mrs. Levi McClendon, would often leave her and her husband's business in Liberal, Mo., to come and cheer her father, and help in sickness. Mr. Clinton was a general favorite with his grandchildren, as he was ever ready for a jest, and put up with the activities, his mind being much younger than his body. Uncle Bill was energetic, and would often walk a mile to the cemetery where his wife was buried, making the upkeep of it his personal supervision, often saying that when his time came to go, he would no longer be concerned. He was ready to leave this world for each year when he bade his birthday guests farewell, he would say, "Well, we'll meet again if I am here," and again would declare that he was only waiting for the beckoning hand to draw closer. He thoroughly enjoyed the companionship of his youngest grandson, Billy Ross Perry, and enjoyed rocking and singing to him, through the early months when he was such a delicate baby. Funeral services were conducted January 31, at the White Oak church. Deceased was converted and baptized in the Christian faith in 1901. Interment was in the cemetery nearby.

CLINTON, Michael Wayne
1959-2004
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 24 2004 - Mike Clinton, 45, rural Urbana, died Sunday, September 19, 2004, in an ATV accident on Route 1, near Urbana. He was born July 4, 1959, in the state of Pennsylvania, the son of William Edward Clinton and Ineta Josephine (Wilt) Clinton. He served in the United States Air Force. He is survived by two sons, Gregory Michael Clinton, Las Vegas, Nevada, and Kyle Wayne Clinton, Savannah; a daughter Angela Clinton, Las Vegas, Nevada; one brother, two sisters and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services were Friday, September 24, at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CLINTON, Oval H.
1898-1915
Hickory Grove Cemetery of Calhoun, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Putnam County Herald, Putnam Co, TN - We were real sad to learn of the death of our cousin, Oval Clinton, who lives at Calhoun, Mo. We learned that he was at a ball game on Sunday and died on the operating table of appendicitis Tuesday.

CLITES, Margaret F. COWHERD
1911-1996
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Margaret F. Cowherd Clites was born October 20, 1911, in Campbellsville, Kentucky, the daughter of Robert and Ermine (Coakley) Cowherd. She died Thursday, October 17, 1996, at the Rosewood Medical Center in Houston, Texas, at the age of 84. Margaret was married to Leslie Clites, who preceded her in death April 10, 1986. She lived in Nebraska and in Aurora, Colorado, which she considered home. In 1953 she moved to Blairstown. Then in the early 1980's she moved to Clinton. She lived in Illinois for a year prior to moving to Houston, Texas, in 1991. Mrs. Clites was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Clinton. She is survived by one son, Paul L. Clites and wife, Nancy, of Katy, Texas, and two grandchildren, Jonathan and Ashley. Funeral services were held Tuesday, October 22, at the Consalus Chapel in Clinton. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CLOCK, Ernest Edward
1911-1991
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ernest Edward Clock, Jr., 80 years, son of Ernest Edward Clock and Ella Patrick Clock, was born April 30, 1911, in Hampton, Iowa, and died October 21, 1991, at the Warsaw Health Care Center. He attended public schools in Hampton, Iowa. He received a teacher's certificate from Iowa State University and was a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism in 1934. He was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon social fraternity. He married Para Lee Saltz of Sulphur Springs, Arkansas, July 20, 1935. She died in 1982. Survivors include his three children, Linda Clock Coleberd, Clinton, Ernest Edward Clock III, Roeland Park, Kansas, and James Lyle Clock, Kansas City; two sisters, Doris Smith, Traer, Iowa, and Dorothy Lawrence, Ft. Scott, Kansas; four grandchildren, Jill Leanne Coleberd and Rebecca Jane Coleberd of Clinton, Zoey Elizabeth Clock, Kansas City and Jennifer Ann Chase, Roeland Park, Kansas. He was employed in the advertising department of the St. Louis Globe-Democrat, St. Louis; at the munitions plant, Jefferson Barracks, St. Louis (during WWII); as a hardware salesman at Shapleigh Hardware, Co., LeMars, Iowa. He was a hardware salesman from 1958 until his retirement at Speer Hardware Co. of Ft. Smith. Arkansas. He resided in Ginger Blue, near Noel, Mo., from 1948 to 1979, when he retired and moved to Clinton. He was a member of Missouri Historical Society, Smithsonian Institutes, and Franklin County. Iowa, Historical Society. He was very interested in genealogy and Civil War history. He held copyrights on the following manuscripts: Authorized historical articles on "The 6th Iowa Infantry", "The Life and Times of Francis Marko Cummins" and "Hezakiah C. Clock's Civil War".

CLOE, Henry
1873-1938
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Henry Cloe Died about 10:00 a.m. January 11, 1938, at the county farm, from a heart ailment. He was born April 8, 1873, in Green County and came when about five to the Huntingdale neighborhood, where he became a member of the Methodist church. he married Miss Arizona Harrison and lived many years in Clinton. He was a janitor at the Stebbins' hospital until it was destroyed by fire. Since, he had made his home at times with his brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. John Cloe. He is survived by the following children, Floyd, Temple, Homer, Mrs. Beulah Herman and Herbert, all of Kansas City; his brother, John, and sisters, Mrs. May Bledsoe of Clinton and Mrs. Charles Brizendine of Leesville, all present. Funeral services were Wednesday at the Tebo Baptist church, following short services at the Wilkinson Funeral Chapel. Burial at Tebo cemetery.

CLOSE, Alfred
1827-1887
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye Feb 3 1887 - On the 28th ult. Alfred Close departed this life at his home 3 miles southwest of Clinton, his disease being typhoid pneumonia. Born in Indiana Feb. 5, 1827 and in 1850 moved to Illinois where he met and married Elizabeth R. Deel a year later, who now survives him. In 1853 he started for California but did not remain long and in 1856 landed in Illinois again, coming to Henry county in 1871, purchasing a farm one-half mile west of where he lived at the time of his death. He was an exemplary man, and well liked by his neighbors, never forgetting a kind act. His neighborhood has lost a true friend and the wife a grand and good husband. Dr. Jones conducted the funeral at the grave at Englewood.

CLOSSON, Raymond L.
1919-1991
Blackwater Cemetery, Jackson Twp, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Raymond L. Closson, Centerview, passed away Thursday, October 24, 1991 at Research Medical Center, Kansas City. Mr. Closson was born September 4, 1919 in Kansas City, the son of Eugene and Gladys (Pennell) Closson. He lived in Kansas City until 1972 when he moved to Centerview. He married Betty Constable in January of 1951 in Kansas City. Mr. Closson was a self-employed upholsterer. He is survived by his wife, Betty Closson of the home; two daughters, Linda Pyle, Holden, and Sandy Halstead, Warrensburg; one brother, Bill Closson, address unknown; one sister, Linda Whitney, Kansas City; and three grandchildren. Graveside services were held Sunday, October 27, 1991 at the Blackwater Cemetery, Centerview.

CLOUD, Barbara Jean HOUK
1939-2020
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Barbara Jean Cloud, 80, of Clinton, Missouri passed away Thursday afternoon, August 20, 2020 at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. She was born December 21, 1939 in Coal, Mo., the daughter of John Houk and Beulah (Denny) Houk. She married Marquis Ward Cloud on January 23, 1959 in Clinton, Mo. He survives of the home. Barbara was employed with Unitog for many years until they closed. She then went to work for Royal Oaks Hospital in Windsor, Mo., in the medical billing department. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, crocheting, quilting, ceramics and various craft projects, shopping, and the internet. She was an excellent seamstress. She and Marquis enjoyed traveling together. Her greatest joy was following her children and grandchildren's many athletic and various activities. In addition to her husband, surviving are one daughter, Paula J. Thornley and her husband Mitch, Clinton, Mo.; one son, Terry W. Cloud and his wife Mary, Clinton, Mo.; 10 grandchildren, Marquis M. Cloud and Cassie, Clinton, Mo., Hunter Cloud, Appleton City, Mo., Tara Dettmer and husband Ryan, Centerview, Mo., Tiffany Kuntemeier and husband Drew, St. Peters, Mo., Nathan Campbell and wife Katy, San Antonio, Texas, Derek Thornley and his wife Taryn, Chilhowee, Mo., Chelsea Thornley and Traver, St. Charles, Mo., Richard McNabb, Jr., Clinton, Mo., Nicole White and husband Mike, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania and Meladie Cloud, Springfield, Mo.; 17 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Milton Houk and his wife Willie, Tightwad, Mo., and Ralph Houk and his wife Mary, Coal, Mo.; 2 sisters, Bonnie Juel and Joyce Lewis; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Marquis Lynn Cloud; one great-granddaughter, Riley McNabb; and 2 brothers, Jim Houk and John Houk, Jr. A Celebration of Life will be planned at a later date.

CLOUD, Marquis Lynn
1959-2010
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 4 2010 - Marquis Lynn Cloud, 50, Clinton, died Monday, February 1, 2010 at the St. Luke's Medical Center in Kansas City, Mo. He was born August 22, 1959 in Clinton, to Marquis W. Cloud and Barbara Jean (Houk) Cloud. On November 8, 1980, in Appleton City, Mo., Marquis married Rebekah L. Johannigmeier and she survives of the home. Marquis was employed with Clearfield Cheese, and later was employed for several years with Henry County Water as a Service Representative. He was a member of the National Rifle Association, Clinton Little League, and the Clinton Babe Ruth Baseball League. Marquis was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting and trapping, fishing, and was a mushroom hunting genius. In addition to his wife Rebekah, surviving are two sons, Marquis McKenzie Cloud and his companion Cassie Snyder of Clinton, and Victor Hunter Cloud of the home; a grandson Marquis Keaton Cloud of Clinton, Mo.; his parents, Marquis and Barbara Cloud of Clinton; a sister, Paula J. Thornley and her husband Mitch of Clinton; a brother, Terry W. Cloud and his wife Mary of Clinton; his mother-in-law, Mary Louise Johannigmeier of Appleton City, Mo.; two brothers-in-law, Shawn Johannigmeier and his wife Diane, and Brian Johannigmeier, all of Appleton City, Mo.; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father-in-law Victor (Sam) Johannigmeier on December 13, 1997. Funeral services will be Thursday, February 4, 2010, at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Burial will be in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery.

CLOUD, Marquis Ward
1938-2023
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Marquis Ward Cloud, 84, of Clinton, Missouri passed away Thursday evening, May 4, 2023 at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, Mo. He was born September 17, 1938 in Roscoe, Mo., the son of Raymond Ward Cloud and Sylvia Marguerite (Kirkland) Cloud. He married Barbara Jean Houk in Clinton, Mo., on January 23, 1959. She preceded him in death on August 20, 2020. Mark was employed with Clearfield Cheese Company as a slice room foreman, retiring from Schreiber Foods in 1998. He worked for various chicken hatcheries as a young man, where he met Barbara. He also farmed in addition to his full time job before moving to town in 1979. He enjoyed all levels of baseball and softball, especially following his grandkids baseball and softball playing years. He was one of several who helped establish and continued to maintain the Clinton Little League baseball program for many years. He hunted coon, quail, wild hog, deer and mushrooms, and also enjoyed fishing. He was an avid coin collector. Prior to covid you could find Mark at various coffee shops, solving not all, but some, of the world’s problems. Surviving are one daughter, Paula J. Thornley (Mitch), Clinton, Mo.; one son, Terry W. Cloud (Mary), Clinton, Mo.; ten grandchildren, Marquis M. Cloud, Clinton, Mo., Hunter Cloud, Appleton City, Mo., Tara Dettmer (Ryan), Centerview, Mo., Tiffany Kuntemeier (Drew), St. Peters, Mo., Nathan Campbell (Katy), San Antonio, Texas, Derek Thornley (Taryn), Chilhowee, Mo., Chelsea Clifford (Traver), St. Charles, Mo., Richard McNabb, Jr., Clinton, Mo., Nicole White (Mike), Chambersburg, Pennsylvania and Meladie Cloud, Springfield, Mo.; 18 great-grandchildren, Dakota, Landon, Nolan, Parker, Damon, Carter, Kylie, Weston, Coleman, Paige, Jordan, Greyson, Kayleigh, Marley, Brielle, Keaton, Paxton and Breklynn; one great-great-granddaughter, Naomi; two sisters, Marilyn Carter (Jerry), Odessa, Mo., and Donna Wuster (Dave), Belton, Mo.; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, preceding him in death were his parents; one son, Marquis Lynn Cloud on February 1, 2010; and one great-granddaughter, Riley McNabb. Funeral services will be Thursday, May 11, 2023 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Interment will be in the Vansant Road Cemetery.

CLOUD, Terry Wayne
1962-2024
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Terry Wayne Cloud was born on March 26th 1962 in Clinton, Missouri to parents Marquis and Barbara (Houk) Cloud. He departed this life very unexpectedly at his home on February 26th 2024. Terry spent most of his life here in Clinton. From doing farm work, construction, or cars our dad could do it all. If it wasn't construction or car work, he was either watching TV and muting the commercials, or sitting in the garage listening to Pink Floyd or the Eagles. Terry got to travel the US during his time as a truck driver, he would bring back souvenirs for the kids and write Mary love letters along the way. In his free time home he would love to fish, hunt for mushrooms like his brother and dad did, and play ball with his children. He grew up playing baseball with his brother and dad and it was something he always talked about. He was gruff, a hard one, to the outside world, but those who knew him got to love on the softer side. He cared and felt deeply, didn't always show it, but he cherished those he was close to. Terry spent the last years of his life caring for his grandchildren, Jordan and Greyson. He loved them with everything he had, they gave him a new purpose after retirement and mom passing. They were his everything. He is survived by his children; Meladie Cloud (Mason) Nixa MO, Nicole White (Mike) Chambersburg PA, and Ricky McNabb Clinton MO; one sister, Paula Thornley (Mitch) Clinton, MO.; grandchildren, Paige, Jordan, Greyson, Kayleigh, Marley, and Brielle, as well as many nieces and nephews and cousins who all loved him dearly. He is preceded in death by the love of his life, Mary Cloud, his parents Marquis and Barbara Cloud, his brother Lynn Cloud, and one granddaughter Riley McNabb. Funeral services will be Friday, March 1, 2024 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Interment will be in the Vansant Road Cemetery.

CLOUD, Ward
1911-2002
Benton Green Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 30 2002 - Ward Cloud, 91, Leeton, died Tuesday, May 28, 2002, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. He was a retired farmer. Funeral services will be Saturday, June 1, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Burial will be in Benton Green Cemetery, Roscoe.

CLOUGHLEY, Opal Marie MILLER
1942-2003
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 12 2003 - Opal Marie Cloughley of Osceola, daughter of Merle Eugene and Julia Nadine (Rippetoe) Miller, was born August 5, 1942, in Kansas City, and died at the Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, on July 21, 2003, at the age of 60 years. Opal was a lifelong resident of Kansas City before moving to Osceola about a year ago. She was a homemaker and a member of AA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Cloughley, and her father, Merle Eugene Miller. She is survived by her mother, Julia Nadine Miller, Polo; three sons, Rick Lee DaMitz of Kansas City, Kevin Lyle DaMitz of Lee's Summit and Derek Gile DaMitz of Fayetteville, North Carolina; three daughters, Deborah Kay McDaniel of Parkville, Rhonda Lynn Morris of Luverne, Minnesota, and Mary Ann Newell of Clinton; one brother, Curtis Lee Miller of Polo, as well as 12 grandchildren and three step-grandchildren. Memorial services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel Thursday, July 24. Cremation.

CLOUSE, Adam Tucson
1925-2002
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 29 2002 - Adam Tucson Clouse, son of Elisha and Mary Ethel (Shipley) Clouse, was born September 9, 1925, in Tucson, Arizona, and died at the Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, on November 17, 2002, at the age of 77 years. Adam was a laborer. He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Mary Strown; two brothers, William Clouse and Moses Clouse; two half-sisters Elsie Hoffman and Eleanor Swearingen. Adam is survived by one son, Brent Kenneth Clouse of Lane, Kansas; one daughter, Peggy Stockdall of Clinton; five grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and three step-great-grandchildren. Graveside services were held at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor, on Saturday, November 23.

CLOUSE, Doris L. GILLASPEY RITTER
1928-2005
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 30 2005 - Doris L. Clouse, 77, Clinton, died Thursday, December 29, 2005, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Graveside services will be Saturday, December 31, at Englewood Cemetery, under the direction of Consalus Funeral Home. She was born in Leesville October 22, 1928, daughter of Homer and Grace Smith Gillaspey. She enjoyed helping with Home Interior parties. She was a charter member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary #3667. She had worked as a telephone operator with United Telephone Company, Unitog and Henry County Library. Preceding her in death were her parents; one grandson Shaun Ritter; four sisters, and first husband Ernest Norman Ritter. Survivors include her husband LaVern, of the home; one son Norman Andrew Ritter, Clinton; one daughter Thelma Fay Roth and husband Jimmy, Bowie, Texas; one stepdaughter Brenda Maxine Mosher, Springfield; four grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

CLOUSE, Gertrude Jane "Gertie" HARPER
1943-2010
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 27 2010 - Gertrude "Gertie" Clouse, 67, Windsor, died Friday, September 23, 2010, at the Research Medical Center, Kansas City. She was born September 19, 1943, in Climax Springs, the daughter of William Henry Harper Sr. and Eliza Bell (Vandenberg) Harper. On March 18, 1961, in Clinton, she married William Oliver Clouse, Sr., and he preceded her in death on January 7, 1998. Gertie was a CNA, CNT and a social worker and had worked at the former Windsor's Resthaven Nursing Home and Windsor Healthcare and and Rehabilitation for over 30 years. She was a member of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Clinton. She enjoyed keeping up with friends and family on Facebok and enjoyed embroidery, painting, card games, and watching movies. Survivors include a son, William "Bill" Oliver Clouse Jr. and his wife Pamela, West Memphis, Arkansas; a daughter, Elizabeth J. "Beth" Brewington, Windsor; a brother, Bill Harper Jr., Osage Beach; a sister, Ann Warren, Independence; a special niece, Peggy Stockdall and her husband, Joe, Clinton; four grandchildren, Matt, Mike, Melissia and Crystal; six great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Edna Mae Vochatzer. Graveside funeral services will be Wednesday, September 29, at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CLOUSE, James Bradford "Brad"
1963-2006
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 16 2006 - James Bradford "Brad" Clouse, 42, Clinton, died Friday, February 24, 2006, at his mother's home. Brad was born November 11, 1963, at Wetzel Hospital, the son of Dr. James C. Clouse and Joan W. (Clouse) Kirchhoefer. Brad graduated from Clinton High School in 1982 and attended Drury College, SMS and CMSU. Brad lived most of his life in Clinton with the exception of the years spent with the Appleton City Police Department and Volunteer Fire Department. He was an EMT and American Cross volunteer. Brad worked as a private investigator, a construction worker and in the family business. He helped to establish Mo-Kan Recovery and most recently was self-employed. He loved the outdoors. He enjoyed hiking, camping, repelling, hunting and fishing. Brad proudly earned his pilot's license and loved to fly. He loved children, caring for the elderly and doing his best to help others. He was a history buff and could quote the Bible verbatim. Brad loved to read and watch the news. He had a love for music and learning to play any instrument. He was devoted to his family and friends and never gave up on people. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Leslie Clouse and Hope Clouse of Marshfield, Charles Cecil Wiley and Lida Askins Wiley of Clinton, and his aunt Mary Gist, Independence. He is survived by one daughter Lacy Hope Clouse; one stepson Brian Patrick Campbell, and their mother Natalie D. Clouse; his mother Joan W. Kirchhoefer and husband George, Clinton; his father Dr. James C. Clouse, Clinton; his birth parents, Cheryl Templeton and Al Kindle, Sedalia; one sister Jennifer Suzanne Clouse, Belton; one stepsister, Beth Frentrop, Olathe, Kansas; one stepbrother George Tyson Kirchhofer, Pleasant Hill; four half-brothers, Narin Clouse, Kansas City, Kelly Templeton, Thomas Kindle and Jason Kindle, all of Sedalia; four half-sisters, Natashia Clouse Symes, Nevada, Stacey Templeton Morris, Olathe, Kansas, Shanon Kindle Zurilli and Nicole Kindle, both of Sedalia; a special friend Pamela Douglas, Sedalia, as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Tuesday, February 28. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery.

CLOUSE, Lewis LaVern
1931-2006
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 13 2006 - LaVern Clouse, 74, Clinton, died Saturday, March 11, 2006, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Graveside services will be Tuesday, March 14, at Englewood Cemetery. He was born March 19, 1931, in Stafford, son of William Walter and Vesta Gladys Moreland Clouse. He was a very dedicated volunteer at the Clinton Senior Center since 1994, delivering meals in the Montrose and Urich areas five days a week. Preceding him in death were his parents; wife Doris; one brother Howard. Survivors include one daughter Brenda Mosher and husband Jim; two stepchildren, Andy Ritter, Thelma Roth and husband Jimmy; one brother Furd Clouse and wife Joann; one sister Earlene Bullock; six grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

CLOUSE, Vesta G.
1907-1994
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Vesta Clouse, 87, died Friday, Dec. 30, 1994, at Meadowbrook Manor in Clinton. Among survivors are two sons, LaVern Clouse of Clinton and William Clouse, Republic; one daughter, Earlene Bullock, Ennis, Montana. Funeral services are incomplete; Meador Funeral Home of Republic is in charge.

CLOUSE, William Oliver "Bill"
1921-1998
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 9 1998 - William O. "Bill" Clouse, 76, Windsor, died Wednesday, January 7, 1998, at the Veterans Hospital in Columbia. He was born in Parlier, California, May 4, 1921, the son of Elijah W. Clouse and Mary Ethel (Shipley) Clouse. On March 18, 1961, in Clinton he married Gertrude Jane Harper, who survives of the home. Mr. Clouse worked at the International Shoe Factory in Windsor for several years. He also worked for the City of Windsor for a number of years and operated a lawn mower repair business. He was an Army veteran of World War II and a member of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed fishing and hunting squirrels and rabbits. IN addition to his wife Mr. Clouse is survived by a son, William O. Clouse Jr., Holden; a daughter Elizabeth J. Brewington, Windsor; two brothers, Moses Clouse, Windsor, and Adam Clouse, Montrose; a sister Elsie Huffman, Clinton; four grandchildren, Matthew, Michael, Melissa and Crystal; several nieces and nephews all survive. Funeral services will be Monday, January 12, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CLUBB, Anita Rae BELL
1928-2019
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Anita Rae Clubb, 91, of Windsor, Missouri, left this world on Friday, September 6, 2019, in Midway, Pennsylvania, after a short battle with cancer. Anita was born in Windsor, Mo., on January 17, 1928 to Virgil and Mayme Bell. She was a life-long resident of the Windsor-Clinton area. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Windsor. She married her childhood sweetheart, Russell Clubb in Windsor, Mo., on December 25, 1944. Five children were born of this union. She worked at Unitog in Clinton and Warrensburg for 10 years and at Rival Manufacturing for over 20 years before retiring in 2001. She loved her privacy, watching birds and squirrels from her patio and ordering and planting different kinds of trees on her farm. She was an avid sports watcher. Little league baseball and Nascar racing were her favorites. She spent many hours crocheting as well. She is survived by her daughter, Anita Louise (Clubb) Baker of Pace, Florida; a son, Russell Michael "Mike" Clubb (Wendy), of Midway, Pa., 8 grandchildren, Shane Baker (Tracey), Virginia Beach, Virginia; Scott Baker, Virginia Beach, Va.; Michelle (Baker) Crooks (Rennie), Milton, Fl.; Russell Davis, Kansas City, Mo.; Chris Davis (Stephanie), Blue Springs, Mo.; Ona (Clubb) Flaus, Midway, Pa.; Steven Davis (Holly), Lee's Summit, Mo.; and Jennifer Bosch (John), Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Virgil Bell in 1985 and Mayme Manilla (Durvin) Bell in 1995; 3 children, Terry Edward Clubb in 1954, Robert Charles "Chuck" Clubb in 1972; and Diana Lynn (Clubb) Davis in 2018. Graveside services will be Monday, September 16, 2019, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CLUBB, Russell Jr.
1927-2005
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 29 2005 - Russell Clubb Jr. died June 10, 2005, in a hospital in Milton, Florida. He was born May 19, 1927, in Higginsville. He was in the United States Navy from 1944-1946 and worked for (United Telephone) Sprint for over 40 years and retired from Sprint in 1989. He moved to Milton in 1991. He was preceded in death by his father, Russell Clubb Sr.; two sons, Robert Charles and Terry Edward Clubb; a brother Bob Clubb, and a sister June Clubb. He is survived by his mother Edna Mae Clubb Hunsaker, Lee's Summit; an aunt Olene Simmens, Chico, California; his wife of eight years Gloria S. Prescott, Milton, Florida; a sister and brother-in-law Pat and Jim Conand of Lee's Summit. He has six daughters and one son, Louise and Jack Baker, Pace, Florida, Mike and Wendy Clubb of Anderson, California, Lynn and Karl Davis, Raytown, Lillian and Fred Pyritz, Milton, Florida, Mary Ann and Clay Campbell, Pace, Florida, Susan (Holmes) and Marco Burton, Pensacola, Florida, Frances and David Jacobs, Pensacola, Florida. He is blessed with 21 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren, 16 great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews; two special little boys, Rosco and Dino. A private family memorial was held at Lewis Funeral Home in Milton, then he will be cremated. Lewis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

CLYDE, Benton Winfield
1914-2001
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 3 2001 - Benton Winfield Clyde, 86, Independence, died Sunday, April 1, 2001, at the Independence Manor Care Center. He was born April 15, 1914, in Dallas Center, Iowa, son of Fred and Lula Clyde. His wife, Lila (Miller) Clyde was from Norris and the Clydes used to live around Norris until about 15 years ago. He was an All State receiver in football. In 1943 he was called to serve his country and enlisted in the Army. While in France he was captured by the Germans and became a prisoner of war in Mooseberg, Germany. After his liberation in 1945, he returned to Iowa where he and Lila Miller, whom he married in 1938, ran a truck stop in Wilton Junction. In 1954 he moved his family to Independence where he joined the Independence Fire Department. He retired in 1977 as a district chief. He was a member of the Int. Fire (obit clipped)

COAKLEY, Christine VanGILDER
1933-2008
Medford Cemetery, Rose Hill Twp, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 10 2008 - Christine Van Gilder Coakley, 74, Houston, Texas, died Sunday, June 15, 2008, at Lakewood Senior Living. She had lived in Holden and Kansas City before moving to Houston. She was born Dec. 3, 1933, in Independence, to Lloyd W. and Estella A. Davis Van Gilder. She grew up on the family farm near Holden. She was a member of the Holden Community of Christ Church. On March 8, 1968, she married Robert Coakley, who died July 28, 1994. Also preceding her in death were her parents, her stepfather and one niece. She is survived by a sister, Marie Cunningham and husband Ike, Tyler, Texas, and two brothers, Paul Van Gilder and wife Joyce, Blairstown, and LeRoy Van Gilder and wife Sylvia, Holden; three nieces and two nephews. Graveside services will be held Sunday, July 13, at the Medford Cemetery near Holden.

COALE, Iver S.
1902-1994
Resthaven Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Iver S. Coale, 91, Osceola, died Sunday, February 13, 1994, at the Sac-Osage Hospital in Osceola. He was born in Coal. He had been an Osceola area resident the past 53 years. He was a retired farmer. He is survived by his wife Mildred "bunt" Coale, of the home. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 16 at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel. Burial will be in the Resthaven Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

COATS, Mary Elizabeth "Lizzie"
1860-1875
Freeman Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Weekly Clinton Advocate, Clinton MO, Thursday, Jun 3 1875 - Died of inflammation of the brain, at the residence of James Freeman, in Shawnee township, Henry Co., Mo, on Friday, May 21st, 1875, Lizzie Coats, daughter of Jasper N. and Sallie Coats, aged 15 years and 12 days.

COATS, Nancy PINKSTON GUTRIDGE
1835-1924
Gutridge Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Passing of the Pioneer. Those who lead the way into the great Mississippi valley when it was a vast wild, inhabited only by roving bands of Indians, are leaving us one by one; but there is something peculiarly interesting about them all. They loved the natural; they loved and trusted one another, and they loved and trusted God. Industrious, they gloried in accomplishment by the sweat of the brow and as they would shun the bite of the poison reptile, they spurned dishonesty, cheating, or trying to obtain something for nothing. Benevolent, they divided their stores with the unfortunate, ministered to the afflicted, and shared their meager comforts with the altars; gathered from many miles to hold camp meetings, and in time built rude churches in which they poured out their very souls in song and prayer to God. There were no pianos or pipe organs but the Angels never heard sweeter music. Nancy G. Coats was born in Kentucky Nov. 12, 1835; died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C. A. Davis, in Eaton, Colorado, June 6, 1924. Aged 88 years 6 months and 24 days. Her maiden name was Pinkston and at the age of six her parents moved from Kentucky to Henry county, Mo., settling near Calhoun. After the death of her parents she made her home with her married sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Summers, in Bear Creek township. In December 1855, she was married to William Gutridge and moved to their new and spacious home near Bear Creek church. To this union three children were born - one daughter who died in infancy and two boys - John W. and James H., who both preceded her in the last voyage. William Gutridge, her first husband, died in 1861 and she remained a widow throughout the Civil war, enduring many hardships. In 1866 she was united in marriage to William Coats, who died in 1873. Two daughters were born to this union - Mrs. C. A. Davis, of Eaton, Colorado, and Mrs. C. A. Rice, of Montrose, Mo. This good woman lived nearly four score years in Henry county and every act of her life was worthy of praise. We remember her as a woman of 40 years, tall, graceful, modest, beautiful. A voice like a silver bell, ringing with melody as she told the sweet story of redemption when she was a girl, and of her union with the M. E. church, South. We remember her years of faithful service since then, how she had watched by the bedside of the sick and dying through the long, weary hours of night, smoothing the pillow and bathing the fevered brow, and we wonder no more why God lengthened her days. We remember at last when she seemed but a shadow of the past, patient in affliction, pure in thought, sweet in disposition, still trying to help others by enduring, without complaint, all the pangs of a heroine's death, more than conqueror of every foe, victor on every battlefield from the rising of the morning sun in the awakening vales of Kentucky 88 years ago, to the sinking of the last evening ray over the towering Rockies of Colorado, and we must say, though our hearts swell with sorrow, it is no wonder that the Messenger came with a gem-bedecked crown and took her to the "Land of the Unclouded Day." The funeral was held at Bear Creek church June 10, 1924. The remains were laid to rest in the family burying ground near the church. Nancy G. Coats remained a faithful member of Bear Creek Class, M. E. church, South, unto death. She was, perhaps, the oldest and lived a consistent member longer than any other in the history of the church. It was her desire to be brought back to the place where she lived practically all of her life for burial. She was ready and willing to go. She had not the slightest fear of death. Her faith was supreme and her hope of eternal life grew brighter and brighter until earth faded from view.

COBERLY, Eddith I.
1910-2003
Freeman-Holsapple Cemetery, Collins Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 24 2003 - Eddith I. Coberly, 93, Lowry city, a retired clerk for Social Security, died Tuesday, November 18, 2003, at Truman Lake Manor in Lowry City. Funeral services were Monday, November 24, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola, with burial in Freeman-Holsapple Cemetery, Collins.

COCHRAN, Barbara Ann BEELER
1940-2008
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 23 2008 - Barbara Ann "Beeler" Cochran, 68, Kansas City, died Saturday, June 21, 2008, at her home. She was born April 23, 1940, in Kansas City to John William Beeler and Ethel Maxine "Cluck" Beeler. She was married on Oct. 24, 1958, to William "Bill" Verlin Cochran, who survives at their home. She was employed with Clearfield Cheese and Unitog Garment Factories while living in Clinton years ago. Barbara filled their home with love and nurtured her family through school events, PTA and scouting. She was a dedicated wife and mother and made caring for her family her first priority. She was baptized at Tebo Baptist Church in Leesville and was an active member until moving to Kansas City in 1972. She is survived by her husband Bill; two sons, Michael Cochran and his wife Melissa, Independence, and David Cochran of Kansas City; four sisters, Ethel Needles of Houston, Texas, Daisy Blair and her husband Lee,l Smithland, Kentucky, Martha Brandes of Blue Springs and Jackie Meyers and her husband Bill, Kokomo, Indiana. Preceding her in death were her parents; two half-siblings, Ruby Beeler and John Beeler, and two brothers, James William Beeler and Gene Beeler. Funeral services will be Tuesday, June 24, at the Tebo Baptist Church in Leesville. Burial will be at Tebo Cemetery following the service.

COCHRAN, Beverly Jean OSSO
1927-1993
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Beverly Jean Cochran was born March 12, 1927, in Spokane, Washington, the daughter of Tony and Gertrude (Roberts) Osso. She passed away July 17, 1993, at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City at the age of 66. She was a homemaker and had lived in Clinton for many years. She is survived by one daughter, Judy Stricklen, Clinton: three sons, Tony Switzer, Springfield, Ted Switzer and John Cochran, both of Clinton; one brother, Kenneth Osso of the state of Washington: seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Cochran, and a grandson Mark Walker. Funeral services were Wednesday, July 21, 1993. at the Consalus Chapel in Clinton. Cremation.

COCHRAN, Blond
abt 1918-2007
Pleasant Springs Cemetery, Roscoe Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 2 2007 - Blond Cochran, 89, ElDorado Springs, died Friday evening, June 29, 2007, at his home. Among local survivors are his wife Iva of the home, and two sons, Gary and Gerald Cochran of ElDorado Springs. Funeral services will be Thursday, July 5, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Pleasant Springs Cemetery, ElDorado Springs.

COCHRAN, Bonnie L.
abt 1932-2004
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 1 2004 - Bonnie L. Cochran, 72, ElDorado Springs, a retired waitress, died Friday, February 27, 2004, at the Community Springs Care Center, ElDorado Springs.

COCHRAN, Howard A.
1936-2007
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 25 2007 - Howard A. Cochran, 70, Windsor, died Tuesday morning, January 23, 2007, at his home in Windsor. He was born March 4, 1936, in Mexico, the son of James Albert Cochran and Eloise Lee (Hassler) Cochran. On September 24, 1957, in Hernando, Mississippi, he married Pat Zumwalt, who survives of the home. Howard was in the "newspaper business" for most of his adult life. He and his wife owned and operated The Windsor Review for 10 years, from 1972-82. He then began working for The Plainsman and The Sedalia Democrat for several years before his retirement. Before coming to Windsor, he was part-owner of The Warrenton Banner for five years. He was a member of the Sedalia Athletic Club where he had become a certified athletic trainer. He was a member of the Windsor United Methodist Church and a former member of the Windsor Chamber of Commerce and Windsor Lions Club. In addition to his wife, he is survived by five sons, Mark Cochran, Harrisonville, Jeff Cochran, Sickierville, New Jersey, Chris Cochran, Oak Grove, Matt Cochran, Butler, and Jon Cochran, Newton, Iowa; a daughter Colette Chartier, Las Vegas, Nevada; 10 grandchildren; a half-sister, Betty Moeller, Mexico, Missouri. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 27, at the Schlanker Funeral Home, Montgomery City.

COCHRAN, Paul Spinning
1894-1991
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Jefferson City News Tribune, Sunday, Jun 2 1991 - Paul Cochran, 97, Eldon, died Saturday at his residence. He was born March 4, 1884, at West Branch, Iowa, a son of James A. and Essie B. Spinning Cochran. He was married at Eldon in 1960 to Elizabeth Daniel, who died Dec. 18, 1976. He lived in Eldon from 1957 until his death. He was a retired farmer and a member of the Bible Missionary Church of Eldon. Survivors include a cousin, John Dane, Iowa City, Iowa. The funeral will be Tuesday at Griswold-Kays Chapel. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COCHRAN, Ruby Helen ROLSTIN
1918-2002
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 4 2002 - Ruby Helen Cochran was born August 10, 1918, in Henry County, daughter of William Forrest and Lucy Ellen Hopkins Rolstin. She died March 22, 2002, at her home following a lengthy illness. She had spent most of her life in the Clinton area. She married Hurley Cochran in 1938 and he preceded her in death in 1991. She was employed as a floor manager for Unitog. She was the oldest living member of Tebo Baptist Church. Ruby was known for her pie baking and her passion for gardening. She was also preceded in death by her parents; one great-grandson, Dillon Walrath; four brothers, Jackie Rolstin, Donald Rolstin, Eugene Rolstin, Gordon Rolstin; three sisters, Ottalie Crow, Susie Gilbert and Flossie Bliss. She is survived by one son, Verlin Cochran and wife, Barbara, Kansas City; two daughters, Donna Walrath and husband, Gilbert, Leesville, Brenda Manion and husband, Steve, Roseland; one sister, Gladys Maxwell, Calhoun, and was well-loved by several nieces, nephews and other extended family members. Funeral services were held March 25 at Tebo Baptist Church. Burial was in Tebo Cemetery.

COCHRAN, Senah C.
1844-1879
Page Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Apr 17 1879 - From Bogard -- Mrs. Lena C. Cochran, wife of W. H. Cochran, died on the 31st of March of typhoid pneumonia. She was 36 years of age and a most estimable lady. Her funeral was preached by Elder David Sparks, and a large concourse of relations followed the remains to the grave in Page cemetery. She leaves a husband and one child.

COCHRAN, William Verlyn "Bill"
1940-2018
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
William (Bill) Verlyn Cochran, age 78, of Clinton, MO, died on September 27, 2018. Bill was born on June 25, 1940 in Leesville, MO, to Hurley and Ruby "Summers" Cochran. Bill served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Clinton, MO and Carpenter's Union 1315 and Harrisonville Carpenter's Union 555. Bill is survived by his sons, Michael (Melissa) Cochran and David Cochran; grandchildren, Jeremy, Heather, Kyle, Maygen, Caleb, Malachi, Matthew and Jessica; his sister, Donna Walrath; and his special friend, Rose Welch. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Barbara; sister, Brenda Manning. Funeral Service Oct 3, 2018. Burial is scheduled for Saturday, October 6, 2018 at Tebo Cemetery.

COCK, Archibald
1797-1887
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jun 25 1887 - Archibald Cock, father of Representative W. H. Cock, died at the home of his son, two miles northwest of Clinton, Friday afternoon, June 17, in his 88th year. A native of Virginia, moving to Tennessee in 1839, when he came to Missouri. He lived in Benton County from 1839 to 1864, when he went to St. Clair and in 1876, made his home in Henry, with his son. Burial in Englewood.

COCKRUM, Andy M.
1985-2007
Green Ridge Cemetery, Green Ridge, Pettis Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 3 2007 - Andy Cockrum, 21, Green Ridge, died Wednesday morning, August 1, 2007, at Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia. He was born December 12, 1985, in Warrensburg, the son of Larry Morgan Cockrum and Nancy May (Ransdell) Cockrum. He enjoyed listening to all kinds of music, drawing and watching movies, especially Disney films. Survivors include his mother, Nancy M. Cockrum, Green Ridge; 2 brothers, Alfred M. Cockrum and his wife Stephanie, Marshall, and Joseph M. Cockrum, Green Ridge; a sister Teresa Crandall and her husband Dale, Higginsville; a niece Kylin; four nephews, Jacob, Michael, Jesse and John. He was preceded in death by his father Larry Cockrum, December 15, 2003. Graveside services were Friday, August 3, at the Green Ridge Cemetery.

COCKRUM, Larry M.
1941-2003
Green Ridge Cemetery, Green Ridge, Pettis Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 16 2003 - Larry M. Cockrum, 62, Green Ridge, died Monday morning, December 15, 2003, at the Warrensburg Manor Care Center, Warrensburg. He was born June 15, 1941, in Warsaw, the son of William Alfred Cockrum and Bessie Faye (Crowder) Cockrum. On August 28, 1966, in Ionia, at the Antioch Baptist Church he married Nancy May Ransdell, who survives of the home. He worked for the Missouri Highway Department at the Knob Noster Shed for 28 years before his retirement in 1994. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He played fiddle and guitar in two bands, Country Cross Roads and a band made up of his friends. He also helped to coach his children's T-ball and Little League teams. In addition to his wife Nancy, survivors include three sons, Alfred M. Cockrum and his wife Stephanie, Warsaw, Joseph M. Cockrum and Andy M. Cockrum of the home; a daughter, Teresa Crandall and her husband Dale, Higginsville; five grandchildren, Jacob, Jesse, Kylin, Michael and John; three brothers, Junior Cockrum, Knob Noster, Vernon Cockrum, Centerview, and Denny Cockrum, Knob Noster, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Glen Cockrum. Funeral services will be Thursday, December 18, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Green Ridge Cemetery.

COE, E. Robert "Bob"
1922-2003
Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 19 2003 - E. Robert "Bob" Coe, 81 Windsor, died Thursday afternoon, May 15, 2003, at the Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. He was born April 16, 1922, in Chilhowee, the son of Earl B. Coe and Mary Ethel (Holland) Coe. On April 7, 1951, in Warrensburg, he married Nannie Alena Christian, who survives of the home. Mr. Coe worked for the Construction laborers Union, Kansas City, on several jobs, including the Highway 50 four-lane project and dormitories at CMSU. He also farmed in the Chilhowee, Blairstown, Leeton and Windsor areas. He worked at the Lake City Munitions Plant in the 1950s. As an active Democrat, he was committee man for Windsor Township. He was a member of the Henry County Democratic Committee, a former charger member of Johnson County NFO and a member of the First Baptist Church, Windsor. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sisters, Mary Lou Foster, Warrensburg, and Dorothy Newman, Kansas City; five nieces and two nephews and numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews. He was preceded in death by an infant sister and a nephew. Funeral services were Monday, May 19, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in the Warrensburg Memorial Gardens.

COE, Harlan J.
1917-1999
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Harlan J. Coe, 82, Chilhowee, died Sunday, August 8, 1999, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 11, at the Chilhowee Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Mr. Coe was born July 7, 1917, near Chilhowee, the son of Horace and Ruth Crawford Coe. On November 23, 1939 in Macks Creek, he married Anna Mae McQuitty. Mr. Coe was a lifelong resident of Chilhowee. He was a member of the Chilhowee Baptist Church where he served as a moderator. He was a member of the Warrensburg Masonic Lodge 265 and a Democratic committeeman for the Chilhowee Township. Survivors include his wife, Anna Mae Coe of the home; two daughters, Suzann Dunn, Clinton, and Pamela Harrington and husband Jim of Black Mountain, North Carolina. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Cheri Edwards and husband Dwight, Stephanie and Nicholas Dunn, Jamie and Ashley Harrington, and two great-grandchildren, Alex and Libby Edwards.

COE, Helen Louise
1922-1992
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Helen L. Coe, 69, Osceola, died Thursday evening, March 26, 1992, at the Sac-Osage Hospital there. Mrs. Coe was born in Augusta, Kansas. She lived in the Clinton and Chilhowee areas and had been an Osceola area resident since 1973. She is survived by two daughters, Vivian Evans of Deepwater and Jenni Coe of the U.S. Navy in Spain; one sister, Ethel J. Underwood of Kansas City; two grandchildren. Funeral services will be Monday, March 30, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Carpenter cemetery in Chilhowee.

COE, Mary KNAPP SHAW
1911-1996
Knob Noster Cemetery, Knob Noster, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mary (Shaw) Coe, 84, Windsor, died Saturday morning, July 27, 1996, at her daughter's home near Tightwad. She was born October 7, 1911, in Green Ridge, the daughter of Edwin Newell Knapp and Margaret Ann (Proctor) Knapp. On March 1, 1941, in Warrensburg, she married Nathan Shaw, who preceded her in death July 10, 1977. On June 26, 1983, in Warrensburg, she married Delmar Coe, who preceded her in death October 1987. She was a homemaker, a housekeeper at Warrensburg State University and taught school for one year at the ElDorado School, near Windsor. She was a member of the ElDorado United Methodist Church, near Windsor. Survivors include two sons, John Shaw, Kansas City, and Charles (Ed) Shaw, Atlanta, Georgia; a daughter, Deloris (Dee) Gibson, Tightwad; two stepdaughters, Frances Bates, North Port, Florida, and Vivian Moore, Windsor; two stepsons, J. L. Coe and Warren Coe, both of Independence; six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, several step-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mrs. Coe was preceded in death by four sisters, Louise, Lydia, Isabell and Agnes. Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 30, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. burial will be in the Knob Noster Cemetery.

COE, Mildred Faye TOALSON
1911-1991
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mildred Faye Toalson Coe was born March 26, 1911, five and one half miles south of Urich on the family farm. her parents were Omer Allen and Nettie Jane Caldwell Toalson. She had one brother, Tilford Raymond Toalson, who preceded her in death in October, 1984. She attended Urich Elementary and High School and graduated in May, 1929. She attended Central Missouri State Teachers College for three years and then taught school at No. 8 school and Peach Grove in Cass County. She married John Moses Coe of Creighton on June 27, 1936. They made their home in the Washington, D.C. area where he worked for the Department of the Navy for twenty-eight years. After retirement they moved to Sarasota, Florida, where they lived until 1976 when they moved to Springfield, to be closer to family. John passed away in Springfield in 1980 and Mildred continued to live in Springfield until she had a stroke in 1986. She then moved to 211 South 3rd, Clinton. She passed away at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital October 19, 1991 at the age of 80 years. She was a devoted housewife and good neighbor, a perfectionist in all her activities, including housekeeping, cooking, entertaining, sewing, church activities, grooming and especially china painting. She belonged to china painting clubs and painted many items using beautiful pastels and using a painters stroke beyond compare. She and John had many friends wherever they lived. She was very active in church activities until her health failed and was a member of Calvary Presbyterian Church in Springfield. In Springfield she as John were active with the Meals on Wheels program and spent many hours delivering meals to shut-ins. She and John were loving companions and enjoyed traveling together. They had visited every state in the United States with the exception of Alaska and Hawaii. Survivors include four nieces, Roberta Jeanne Toalson Miller, Urich, Elnora Jordan, Neodesha, Kansas, Nettie Mouse, and husband, Wayne, Urich, and Kay Holt, Urich; ten great-nieces and nephews and seven great-great nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 23, 1991 at Consalus Chapel, Urich. Burial at White Oak Cemetery, Henry County.

COFFELT, America Elizabeth "Mollie" CARY JOYCE
1864-1941
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Jun 5 1941 - Mrs. Mollie E. Coffelt, widow of the late James M. Coffelt passed away at her home in Calhoun on June 3rd at 1:30 p.m. she was born near Chamois, Mo., September 7th, 1864. Mrs. Coffelt leaves four daughters, one of whom is Mrs. Charley Cordray, formerly of Clinton and now of Paola, Kansas. Funeral services will be held Thursday at the Christian church at Calhoun. Interment in Calhoun cemetery.

COFFELT, Ella
d: 1889
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Saturday, Oct 26 1889 - Died on Saturday, 19th inst., Ella, little daughter of James H. and Letitia Coffelt. The remains were interred at the Norris cemetery Sunday, after an affecting funeral sermon at the Hartwell Baptist church.

COFFELT, Luticia MERANDA
1864-1889
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Saturday, Mar 9 1889 - Died at her home two miles east of Hartwell, Saturday morning, Mrs. Luticia Coffelt, wife of James H. Coffelt. The remains were interred at the Norris cemetery on Sunday evening. Deceased leaves three children, the youngest of which is only two weeks old. The bereaved husband and relatives have our sympathies.

COFFEY, Charles Lewis "C. L."
1926-2010
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 23 2010 - C. L. Coffey, 83, Windsor, Missouri, died Wednesday evening, April 21, 2010, at his home in Windsor. He was born June 22, 1926, in Windsor, the son of Buford Garfield Coffey and Delphia Ann (Campbell) Coffey. On September 8, 1950, in Buffalo, Missouri, he married Peggy Sue Tindle, who survives of the home. Mr. Coffey attended Lincoln High School at Lincoln, and was drafted in the United States Army before he could complete the 10th grade and he served his country during World War II. He was a self-employed truck drive, hauling gravel, dirt and fertilizer in the Windsor area for over 60 years. C. L. was a member of First Baptist Church, Windsor, where he served as a deacon and a church bus driver. He was also a youth choir sponsor and gave many years of service to his church donating his time, materials and use of his equipment. He was an avid country and bluegrass music fan. In addition to his wife Peggy, h is survived by a son Chuck Coffey, Windsor; a daughter Charlotte Nevius, Louisiana, Missouri; eight grandchildren, Doug Coffey, Jason Coffey, Daniel Maloney, Eric Coffey, Mariah Clark, Lynndsey Harrison, Annie Kline and Elizabeth Nevius; 11 great-grandchildren, Julissia, Savannah, Zakary, Calea, BriLynn, Celsi, Evelyn, Josephine, Emma, Piper and Urijah, and two great-great-grandchildren, Arianna and Zaden. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews; great-nieces and nephews. C. L. was known as Grandpa to many extended family members. He was preceded in death by two sons, Dennis Coffey in June 1974 and Jim Coffey in January 2004; two great-grandchildren, Dalton Tyler Coffey and JaLynn Nevaeh Harrison; three brothers, Finis Coffey, Boss Coffey and Clayton Coffey; two sisters, Agnes Swisher and Verdie Nations. Funeral services will be Saturday at the First Baptist Church, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COFFEY, Clayton E.
1929-2000
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Clayton E. Coffey, 71, Windsor, died Monday evening, July 31, 2000, at his home in Windsor. He was born March 4, 1929, in Henry County, near Windsor, the son of Buford Garfield Coffey and Delphia Ann (Campbell) Coffey. On February 27, 1948 in Windsor, he married Norine Williams, who survives of the home. He worked at Ferguson Chevrolet and Sloan Chevrolet. He drove a milk truck, a gravel truck for his brother, C. L. Coffey and most recently a water delivery truck for Rick Fosnow. He also worked at Windsor International Shoe Factory and Windsor Auto (NAPA) Store, He was a member and deacon of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church and a member of the board of directors of Laurel Oak Cemetery Association. He served with the United States Army. In addition to his wife, other survivors include two sons, Randy L. Coffey and Robin D. Coffey, both of Windsor; a brother C. L. Coffey, Windsor; three granddaughters; a grandson; three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Agnes Swisher and Verdie Nations; two brothers, Finis Coffey and Boss Coffey and a nephew, Dennis Coffey. Funeral services will be Thursday, 11 a.m., at the First Baptist Church, Windsor, with burial in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

COFFEY, David Junior
1923-2004
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 13 2004 - David Junior Coffey was born March 3, 1923, at Stewartsville. He went home on November 23, 2004, in Cass County, en route to Clinton. He served in the Army from 1943 to 1946. In 1944 he married Aileen Johns in England. From this marriage four children were born. She preceded him in death. In 1962 he was united in marriage to Violet (Lashley) at St. Joseph. To this marriage two children were born. He was a meat cutter for Swift and Co. for 28 years. After that he became a carpenter/farmer, but always he was a gardener and a fisherman. He was a member of First Assembly of God Church in Clinton for 18 years. Through the years he served as a deacon, Sunday School teacher and superintendent of the Sunday School. His commitment to the Lord was unwavering. He was a man of hard work and few words, except when it was time to praise the Lord. He was preceded in death by his parents Levi and Dorothy Coffey, Stewartsville; a sister Mary Lee Sutton, Stewartsville. David leaves a loving family; his wife of 42 years, Violet of Clinton; daughter Patsy and Dennis Easter of Oxnard, California; son David and Diane Coffey of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; daughter Brenda Coffey Greene of Clinton; daughter Mary Lynn Cordova of Leeton; son Marc Nathan Coffey of Chilhowee and son Joel Curtis and Cindy Coffey of Sedalia, as well as 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; one brother Curtis Coffey and wife Freda, Easton; two sisters Adeline Whiteley of Gower and Dottie Jean Banmon of Easton, also many nieces and nephews. He gave of his strength for God, his family and his country. He always took the heavy end of the load and he was faithful in all his house. He will be sorely missed by his family, his church, his friends and neighbors who loved him. He can't come back to us, but we can go to him. Funeral services were held at the First Assembly of God Church Saturday, November 27. Interment was in the Englewood Cemetery.

COFFEY, Doris Dean TURNER SINCLAIR
1924-2009
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 11 2009 - Doris D. (Turner) Coffey, 85, formerly of Windsor, died Thursday, May 7, 2009, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. She was born March 31, 1924, in Chetopa, Kansas, the daughter of James R. Turner and Grace Lee (Wittner) Turner. In 1944, she married Eugene Sinclair and he preceded her in death. On May 22, 1956, in Las Vegas, Nevada, she married Francis M. "Jay" Coffey Jr. and he preceded her in death February 3, 1990. Mrs. Coffey, served her country as a member of the United States Navy during World War II. Later, with her husband Jay, she co-owned and operated Bowen Metal Works and Recycling near Windsor for many years before her retirement. After retiring, she moved to Pilot Grove with her daughter before moving to Warsaw. Mrs. Coffey was a member of the Methodist faith. Survivors include two sons, Eugene Duane Sinclair and wife Sonja, Lindsay, California, and Gary Guan Coffey and wife Tresa, Hanford, California; two daughters, Jeannie Williams and husband Dean, Dardenelle, Arkansas, and Lois Frauline Hicks and husband Everett, Clinton; three stepdaughters and a stepson, all of the state of California; 36 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Shirley Dale and husband Don, Clackmas, Oregon, and Treva Ballard, Yucaipa, California; a brother (Mrs. Coffey's twin) Duane Turner and wife Dorothy, Sidney, Ohio; and five sisters-in-law, Maurine Turner, Sandy Turner, Cheral Turner, Carolyn Turner and Carol Turner. Mrs. Coffey was also preceded in death by her parents; five brothers, James "Jimbo" Turner, Mewburn Turner, Byron Turner, Dale Turner and Estis Lee Turner; a sister, Reitta June Turner; infant twin brother and sister, Joyce and Royce Turner, and a brother-in-law, Paul Ballard. Graveside services will be Monday, May 11, at the Calhoun Cemetery.

COFFEY, Jimmie Len "Jack"
1953-2005
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 17 2005 - Jimmie Len "Jack" Coffey, 51, St. Louis, formerly of Windsor, died Saturday afternoon, January 15, 2005, at the St. Alexius Hospital in St. Louis. He was born October 13, 1953, in Windsor, the son of Charles Lewis Coffey and Peggy Sue (Tindle) Coffey. On August 31, 1973, at the First Baptist Church in Windsor, "Jack" (as his friends knew him) married DeLisa Lynn Roberson. He graduated from Windsor High School and attended Central Missouri State College. He worked for the rock Island Railroad out of the Windsor Substation, worked at the Windsor Rendering Plant and drove an oil tanker truck while living in Corpus Christi, Texas. He was a member of the Plaza Heights Baptist Church, Blue Springs. Survivors include his parents, C.L. and Peggy Coffey, Windsor; two sons, Jason M. Coffey and Eric J. Coffey, both of Blue Springs; a brother Chuck Coffey, Windsor; a sister Charlotte Nevius, Louisiana, Missouri; a granddaughter, Calea Coffey, and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by a brother Dennis Coffey and a grandson, Dalton Tyler Coffey. Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 18, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COFFEY, Norine WILLIAMS
1929-2024
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Norine Coffey, 94, of Windsor, Missouri, died Monday, August 5, 2024, at E.W. Thompson Health & Rehabilitation Center in Sedalia, Mo. She was born December 9, 1929, in Mora, Mo., the daughter of Albert Ezekiel and Ada Frances (Wingate) Williams. On February 27, 1948, she was united in marriage to Clayton Eugene Coffey in Windsor, Mo., and he preceded her in death on July 31, 2000. They were the parents of two sons, Randy L. and Robin D. Coffey. Norine worked at Russell Stover Candy Company in Kansas City, Mo., and then for the International Shoe Company in Windsor for 28 years. Following the closing of the shoe factory, she worked for Parmelee Industries for over 9 years, and she took care of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren in retirement. After the kids were older, she worked at Windsor Healthcare & Rehabilitation and Royal Oaks Hospital as a cook. She also worked for Shelter Insurance, Little Rascal Day Care, and Kids Crossing Daycare. She was a busy cook, making sure her family was always fed and quick to fix a meal for anyone in need. She was a member of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church near Roseland, Mo. Survivors include 2 sons, Randy Coffey (Shirley), Green Ridge, Mo., and Rob Coffey, Windsor, Mo.; 3 grandchildren, Phillip Smith, Warsaw, Mo., Amanda McKim (Bryan), Windsor, Mo., and Krista Maudlin (Paden), Independence, Mo.; 4 great-grandchildren, Blake Austin McKim (Jerica Morgan), Brooke Alison McKim (Austin Hansen), Olivia Ann Maudlin, and Sawyer Matthew Maudlin; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband Clayton, she was preceded in death by her parents, 3 brothers, Emory Elmer Williams, Forrest "Grady" Williams, and Oleph Williams; and 3 sisters, Leona G. "Jerry" Fetters, LaWana Delvetta LaVelle, and Frieda Glenna Rex. Funeral services will be Friday, August 9, 2024, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COFFEY, Peggy Sue TINDLE
1932-2018
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Peggy Sue Coffey, 85, of Windsor, Missouri, went home to meet her Lord early Thursday morning, July 26, 2018, at the Maple Grove Lodge, Louisiana, Mo. She was born October 3, 1932, in Marshall, Mo., the daughter of Henry Floyd Tindle and Mary Margurite (Rains) Tindle. On September 8, 1950, in Buffalo, Mo., she married Charles Lewis "C.L." Coffey and he preceded her in death on April 21, 2010. She was baptized at the age of 12 in 1944, at the same time as her sister, Mary Lou. She was a 1950 graduate of Windsor High School. Peggy was a long-time member of First Baptist Church, Windsor and served in many ways at the church over the years. She taught Preschool Sunday School, GAs, and Vacation Bible School for 35 years, and was also Women’s Missionary Union Director, and Sunday School Director for 9 years. She sang in the adult choir and also led a Sunday School class at Royal Oaks Hospital in Windsor for a short time. She was a homemaker and helped her husband C.L. with their trucking business. She loved cooking, cleaning, and having guests in their home. Peggy’s home, husband, family, and church were very important to her. Survivors include a son, Chuck Coffey, Windsor, Mo.; a daughter, Charlotte Nevius, Louisiana, Mo.; 8 grandchildren, Doug Coffey, Jason Coffey, Daniel Maloney, Eric Coffey, Mariah Bennett, Lynndsey Harrison, Annie Kline, and Elizabeth Norvell; 13 great-grandchildren, Julissia, Savannah, Zakary, Calea, BriLynn, Celsi, Evelyn, Josephine, Emma, Parker, Piper, Urijah, and Lincoln; 4 great-great-grandchildren, Ariahna, Zaiden, Abel, and Blake; a sister, Sonja Holson, South San Francisco, Ca.; numerous nieces and nephews; great-nieces and nephews; and great-great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 2 sons, Dennis Coffey in June, 1974 and Jim Coffey in January, 2004; 2 great-grandchildren, Dalton Tyler Coffey and JayLynn Nevaeh Harrison; 5 brothers, Henry Floyd Tindle Jr., Donald Tindle, Carroll Tindle, Bobby Joe Tindle, and Duvall Tindle; and 2 sisters, Mary Lou Tindle and Darlene Morgan. Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 31, 2018, at the First Baptist Church, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COFFEY, Shirley Amelia GRUND
1924-2014
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 11 2014 - Shirley Amelia Coffey died Friday, August 8, 2014, at Sweet Life Brookdale Place in Overland Park, Kansas. Shirley was born in St. Louis on October 14, 1924, to Walter and Rose Grund. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Clinton for 33 years. She and her family owned Clinton Electric Supply Company for 30 years. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years Robert E. Coffey, her son Michael Coffey, grandson Jeffery Carlson, and sister Dorothy Finck. She is survived by her daughters, Cathy Carlson and Connie Coffey (Tina West) of Overland Park, Kansas, and Casey Coffey of Duluth, GA; granddaughters, Rebecca Christie (Joe), Jordan Coffey and Nicole Coffey; grandson Drew Coffey, and great-grandchildren, Preston, Taylor and Madison. A Memorial Mass was held Thursday, August 14, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Clinton. Inurnment followed in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

COFFEY, Viola Mae ZIEGEL
1921-2011
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 3 2011 - Viola M. Coffey, 89, Windsor, died Saturday, January 1, 2011, at Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation. She was born March 2, 1921, in Pettis County, near Manila, the daughter of Irvin Charles Ziegel and Hallie Opal (Howery) Ziegel. On December 21, 1940, in Camdenton, she married Finis Armstard Coffey and he preceded her in death on November 8, 1990. Mrs. Coffey was a homemaker and an active member of First Baptist Church, Windsor. Viola worked at the Windsor Shoe Factory for a number of years. She also worked at the Brown & Ross Meat Locker for many years. Survivors include a son, Mike Coffey and his wife Mary Ann, Kansas City; two granddaughters, Sheri Ann Shiddel and her husband John, and Shannon Dee Eskijian and her husband Brian; six grandchildren, Kristina, Tyler, Jordyn, Lexi, Addy and Jake; a sister Dorothy Acker, Windsor, and a niece Carolyn Riddle, Windsor. She was preceded in death by two great-grandchildren, Julia and Luke. Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 4, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

COGGINS, Marguerite ANDERS NOWELL WASHIA
1921-2011
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Marguerite (Anders) Coggins, age 89, of Eldon, passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2011, at the Lake Regional Health System in Osage Beach. She was born February 21, 1921, in Chilhowee, Missouri, the daughter of the late James and Rose Little Anders. Marguerite had worked for C & R Filter in Eldon, and had been a waitress in Gravois Mills. She was a member of the Baptist Church in Magnolia, Missouri. She is survived by her sons, Ronald Nowell, Terry Nowell, and Gary Washia, Sr. all of Eldon, and Frank Washia of Kansas City, Missouri; her daughters, Donna Wilson of Eldon and Wanda McClannes of Clinton, Missouri; twenty-five grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; her sister, Ruby Saling of Raytown, Missouri; and many other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Daryl Keith Nowell, her brothers, Norman Anders and Frank Anders, and her sisters, Agnes Anders, Lottie Sell, Dorothy Milligan, and Kathryn Cook. Interment was held Friday, January 14, at the Calhoun Cemetery in Calhoun, Missouri.

COGLE, Evelyn Yvonne WEST
1948-2003
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 4 2003 - Evelyn Yvonne West Cogle, 54, Montrose, died Tuesday, June 3, 2003, at Golden Valley Hospital. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 7, at Consalus-Bradley Chapel, with burial in Montrose Cemetery. She was born August 24, 1948, in Waco, Texas, daughter of Carl and Dorothy West. She had lived in Missouri the last 16 years. She worked as a cook at the Appleton City Manor. Preceding her in death were her mother, Dorothy West; two nieces, LaJauana West, Laurie Collins, and one nephew, Brandon Parsons. Survivors include her husband, John, of the home; parents, Carl and and Miriam West, Chilton, Texas; two stepsons, John Cogle, Jr. and Marvin Cogle; seven sisters, Kay West, Belton, Texas; Debra Chandler and husband Bill, Belton, Texas, Teresa Schultz and husband Max, Killeen, Texas, Twila Harris and husband Thomas, Rockdale, Texas, Shirley Pack and husband Ernest, Waco, Texas, Miaya Lawson, Sanger Texas, Candy Hall and husband Rodney, Chilton, Texas; two brothers, Dale (rusty) Robinson, Pflugerville, Texas, Carl (Sandy) West, Jr., Azell, Texas; one sister-in-law, Charlene Mamer; four step-grandchildren, 17 nieces and nephews and seven great-nieces and nephews.

COGLE, Marvin Thomas III
1969-2006
Memorial Park Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 17 2006 - Marvin Thomas Cogle III, 36, Independence, died Sunday, October 15, 2006, at his home. Funeral services will be Thursday, October 19, at Park Lawn Chapel, with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery. His father resides in Montrose.

COGLE, Norman
1943-2014
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 10 2014 - Norman Cogle, 71, formerly of Montrose, died at his home in Harrisonville on Wednesday, October 8, 2014. No services have been scheduled at this time. Cremation. Arrangements are by Reflections Memorial.

COHEN, Dorothy Kay ANDERSON
1930-2017
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Kay Cohen, age 86 years, of Clinton passed away at her home Wednesday, September 20, 2017.  Funeral services will be Monday, September 25, 2017, at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, Missouri with interment in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Born in 1930 (we're sure she won't be happy with us for revealing that) our mom, or Woman, as she was known to many, lived a full and fun-filled life. A lifelong resident of Clinton, mom reveled in life and always looked forward to every day as an adventure. She held various jobs in Clinton throughout her life, from working the soda fountain in her parent's tavern, the Smokehouse, to running The Music Shop, to working for Dr. Bradshaw, and for many years working at the Clinton Daily Democrat. Mom met the love of her life, Joe Cohen, at the Smokehouse and they were married a number of years before he died in 1969.  Their marriage resulted in three children, JB (Roxanna) Cohen of Columbia, MO., Becky (Jay) Morgan of St. Petersburg, FL., and Amy (Rob) Manning of Clinton, MO. Mom was an equal opportunity parent-making each of us feel special in our own way, but we all know our sister, Amy, was mom's best friend. Mom was a talented pianist with an affinity for and deep love of music. It was very fitting then that she purchased The Music Shop on Jefferson Street and ran it for a number of years. Many of us Clinton baby boomers will remember going to The Music Shop to buy 45s or albums of the latest top 100 on Billboard. A free jukebox played all the latest hits and there was never a dull moment at the Music Shop. Special orders were never too much trouble, with the mantra, "check back Friday" ingrained in us. Our mom was also very skilled at crafts, and soon expanded the Shop to include craft supplies and examples of the latest trends in home crafting. Mom and several of her friends created the "Do-Biddy" club that met weekly to create various works of art. It is at The Music Shop that our dad hosted the Saturday morning radio show on KDKD, the Coaches Corner, with Coach Ritchie among others, to discuss the Cardinals' wins (or losses) from the night before. It is also at the Shop where Mom befriended many of our friends, especially our dear friend, David (Hot) Birdsong, who later purchased The Music Shop from mom. Hot has been a lifelong friend of the family. He and his wife Jill always made time to visit mom, and we dare say she enjoyed his visits more than ours. Mom was a lover of animals and if a stray needed a home, mom was a good bet for it. She in fact is survived by her furry family, too, including her longtime companion, her dog Bearly, her cats Box and Lipstick, and her new kitten, Penelope. Mom was a lifelong fan of Westerns and as far as she was concerned, John Wayne never made a bad movie and Gunsmoke should still be on prime time today. Mom was a charmer and even in the last years of her life, with her health declining, she managed to befriend her caregivers and make friends with whomever she came into contact. Mom could talk current events with the best of us and stayed up to date on the news, through dedicated reading of the Democrat (and the Kayo) was well as watching television. She was always happy to tease and laugh. She loved life and if she had any regrets, it would be that she didn't get to live longer. All of our parents teach us lessons throughout our lives, and our mom was no exception. Mom taught us how to live and age well, how to persevere, how to have a good work ethic, and how to be good to people. No matter what curve balls life had in store, she always took those in stride and moved on with life. For the last two decades she lived with Amy, not only her best friend, but in the end, her caregiver. They spent countless hours talking and laughing together. To paraphrase Robert Louis Stevenson, "(t)hat (woman) is a success who has lived well, laughed often and loved much." Mom lived her life that way, embracing it every day and by that definition, mom was an enormous success. Mom is survived by us three kids and our spouses Roxanna Cohen, Jay Morgan and Rob Manning; 4 grandkids Jody Cohen, Joshua Cohen and his wife Michelle, Jake Cohen and his wife Layla, and Joseph Hubbard and his wife Tara; a number of great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild; her brother Kit Anderson and his wife Darlene; nieces and nephews on both sides of the family, and a large group of wonderful friends. Mom was preceded in death by her husband as well as her parents, Mason Anderson Jr. and Dorothy Weir Anderson.

COHENOUR, John C.
1859-1928
Newton Burial Park, Nevada, Vernon Co, MO
Clinton MO - John C. Cohenour died at the home of his son, G. A. Cohenour, on South Main street, Friday, April 20, 1928, with a severe spinal trouble, from which he had been suffering for a number of years. Nothing known to medical science was left untried. Two years ago he was taken to Research hospital, in Kansas City. Then a year ago his daughter-in-law, Mrs. G. a. Cohenour, took him to Mayos, at Rochester, Minn. There they told her nothing could be done; that his earthly stay would be short; to take him home, and make him just as happy and comfortable as she could. She needed no such injunction, as she loved him as devotedly as her own father, for when she was but a tiny girl, he had been her neighbor and her family's dearest friend. She and his son grew up together as playmates, then sweethearts, and when they were married, her husband's father was her father. He was born in Brown county, Ill., near Clayton, June 29th, 1859. When he was two years old, his parents moved to Lawrence, Kans., then to Vernon county, in 1867, which was his home until he moved to Clinton. He was united in marriage with Lucy A. Allen November 16, 1890. She passed into eternity just six years ago this month. Two children were given to this union, both of whom are living. They are: G. A. Cohenour, of Clinton, and Mrs. H. C. Walker of Eldorado Springs. There are three grandsons. She also leaves three sisters - Mrs. Allie Linthicum, of Bronaugh, Mo.; Mrs. C. Brubaker, Holton, Kans., and Mrs. Belle Cathun, Long Beach, Cal. Mrs. Walker and Mrs. Linthicum were here before he died. He was converted in his youth, and united with the Presbyterian church. Later he joined the Baptist church, and belonged to the Clinton church at the time of his death. Since coming here, however, he attended the M. E. Church, South, most of the time with his son and daughter-in-law. He was a fine Christian gentleman of the highest integrity, with a happy disposition, which radiated sunshine and happiness through all these months of pain. He was an architect and contractor, and had always been very active. When his wife died, he came to Clinton to make his home with his son, taking up cabinet making. He was always interested in antique furniture, so made a specialty of refinishing it and bringing back its natural beauty. Two years ago his physical condition became such that he could work but little and the last year he was unable to do anything. This troubled him as he enjoyed his trade and was happiest when busy. His son and daughter-in-law gave him the tenderest care. They never allowed him to be lonesome a minute in the day. His every wish was gratified. He enjoyed the out of doors and seemed to breath better when he drove in the car and for hours after he got home. Mrs. Cohenour planned all the bright, happy things for him, and she made every minute of this last year just as happy as possible. She left nothing undone. She took him on many motor rides, on gay little trips that would not tire him too much that gave him something new to think about. He went the last time Wednesday. The writer saw him pass and thought how well he looked. The next day he was unable to go and was in much pain. Friday he was hopeful and cheerful, and told his daughter-in-law he must take a little ride - but he was going on his last trip, this time to meet his beloved wife and his Saviour. This was the happiest journey of all. The funeral was conducted at the M. E. Church, South, Sunday. His body was then taken to Nevada and laid in Newton cemetery beside his wife.

COIT, Robert Stanley
1930-2020
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Robert Stanley Coit, age 90 of Clinton, MO, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2020 at Warsaw Health and Rehabilitation Center, Warsaw, MO. Robert was born June 21, 1930 to Frank Dewitt Coit and Ina Dee Hudson Coit of Bakersfield, CA. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the US Navy, serving during peacetime, following the conclusion of WWII. After his discharge, Robert married JoAnn Williamson on June 21, 1951 in Clinton, MO. He worked as a mechanic in the construction field, until his retirement in 1991. Robert was a member of the Operating Engineers Union, Local 101 and was a member of First Baptist Church, Windsor, MO. Survivors include JoAnn, wife of the home; two sons, Michael E. Coit (Rita) of Warsaw and Randal 'Kevin' Coit (Edith) of Torrance, CA; eight grandchildren, Melissa, Chris, Greg, Betty, Sam, Ben, Lindsey and Jessica; two great-grandchildren, Eric and Kamryn; a sister, Jackie Ashen; a brother-in-law, Roger Williamson (Marty) of Clinton; several other family members and several friends. Robert was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Sue Haig; and two brothers-in-law, John Haig and Jerry Asher. Roberts wishes were to be cremated and have his cremains buried at Laurel Oaks Cemetery, Windsor, MO.

COKE, Betty L. PENNINGTON
1930-2007
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 2 2007 - Betty L. Coke, 76, Clinton, died at her home, March 1, 2007. Services will be held Tuesday, March 6, at Consalus Funeral Home with cremation to follow. Betty was born July 19, 1930, in Clinton, Missouri, daughter of Carl and Helen Mallory Pennington. She was married to Merle E. Coke, Sr. She was an avid reader, loved receiving calls from her grandchildren who helped her and made her very happy. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband and three brothers, Howard, William and Harry Pennington. Survivors include her five sons, Larry Coke and wife, Alice; Tony Coke; Merle Coke, Jr. and wife, Kristi; Rickey Coke; Michael Coke; three daughters, Delliah Womble and husband, Nick; Shirley Johnson and husband, Earl; Sandy Deeds and husband, David; twenty-two grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren; numerous great-great-grandchildren; plus several nieces and nephews.

COKE, Merle Edgar Sr.
1924-2001
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 28 2001 - Merle Edgar Coke, Sr. was born August 11, 1924, in Creighton, son of Hugh and Ada Gray Coke. He died November 17, 2001, at Golden Valley Hospital. He married the former Betty Pennington on May 21, 1945. He was a lifelong resident of Henry County. Preceding him in death were his parents; one brother, Joe Coke, and two sisters, Faye Coones and Lorraine Richardson. He is survived by his wife, Betty, of the home; five sons, Larry W. Coke and wife, Alice, Rich Hill, Tony C. Coke, Las Vegas, Nevada, Merle E. Coke, Jr. and wife Kristi, Ricky L. Coke and Michaels D. Coke, all of Clinton; daughters, Delliah J. Womble and husband, Nick, and Shirley J. Johnson and husband, Earl, all of Clinton, and Sandra M. Deeds and husband, David, Edwards; 22 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held November 19 at Consalus Funeral Home. Cremation. Inurnment will be in Englewood Cemetery.

COKE, Michael Don
1962-2008
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 23 2008 - Michael Don Coke, 46, of Clinton, passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2008, at his home. Mike was born on July 30, 1962, to Merle E. Coke, Sr. and Betty (Pennington) Coke. He was united in marriage to Lucinda "Cindy" Toon on August 8, 2003, in Clinton, Missouri. Mike worked as a roofer in Texas until his retirement. He is survived by his wife, Cindy Coke of Springfield; one daughter, Ashley Jackson and her husband Garland of Green Ridge; three brothers, Tony Coke, Merle Coke, Jr. and his wife Kristy, and Ricky Coke, all of Clinton; three sisters, Delliah Womble and her husband Nick, Shirley Johnson and her husband Earl, of Clinton, and Sandy Deeds and her husband David of Warsaw; one sister-in-law Alice Coke of Warsaw; two granddaughters Madison and Hayleigh, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Larry Coke. Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 23, at Consalus Funeral Home. Committal services will be held Saturday, September 27, at Englewood Cemetery.

COKE, Ova Opal DORSY ROSS
1924-2020
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Ova Opal Coke, age 95, passed away February 4, 2020 at Clinton Health Care and Rehab in Clinton, MO. Visitation will be held Friday February 7, 2020 at Vansant-Mills Chapel. Graveside services will follow at Vansant Road Cemetery, Clinton, MO. Ova Opal Coke was born September 8, 1924 in Japton, Arkansas to Dink and Mary (Corbitt) Dorsy. Ova lived in Arkansas for many years. She enjoyed quilting and reading books. Ova is preceded in death by her parents, husbands, son Earl Ross, and Daughter Mary Hotaling. Ova is survived by a son Roy Ross, a daughter Pat Bramell, and 6 grandchildren.

COKE, Viola Jane GROSSHART
abt 1885-1961
Dayton Cemetery, Dayton, Cass Co, MO
Urich-Montrose Herald Tidings, Aug 25 1961 - Mrs. Viola Jane Coke, 76, lifelong resident of Creighton, died Aug. 19 in the Butler hospital. She was a member of Creighton Christian Church. She leaves her husband, William Walter Coke, of the home; four sons, William W., Jr., Passaic, Paul, Stockton, Calif., Noble, Garden City, Daniel, Madison, Wis.; two daughters, Mrs. Amy Kloster, Parkville, Mrs. V. W. Baldridge, Kansas City; two sisters, Mrs. Rett Randoll, Harrisonville, Mrs. Sue Staley, Bates County; a brother, Charles Grosshart, Harrisonville; 21 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Aug. 22, at the Creighton Christian Church with burial in the Dayton Cemetery, east of Archie. - Kansas City Star

COLE, Adeline C. LICHER
1896-2000
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 24 2000 - Adeline C. Cole, 104, died Friday, November 24, 2000. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held Monday at the Immaculate Conception Church in Montrose. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery in Montrose. She was born to Peter and Amanda Licher on a farm near Montrose on January 5, 1896. She was a lifelong resident of that community and an active member of the Immaculate Conception Church until she moved to Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, near Liberty, in 1994. Mrs. Cole was committed to her family. Her career was homemaker, parenting and grandparenting. She was the mother of seven, grandmother of 24 and great-grandmother of 44, all of whom were present when she celebrated her 100th birthday. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Robert L. Cole, who died on January 6, 1976, and her daughter, Viola C. Grant. She is survived by a daughter, Loraine Grant, Clinton; five sons and daughter-in-law, James and Anna Cole, Salina, Ks. Harold and Edna Cole, Liberty, Marcellus (Bud) and Beatrice Cole, Gladstone, Eugene and Patricia Cole, Kansas City, and John (Pete) and Patricia Cole, Kansas City; grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

COLE, Daniel Ray
1946-2009
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 18 2009 - Daniel Ray Cole, age 63, of Warrensburg, Missouri, passed away at his home on Thursday, December 17, 2009. Memorial services will be Monday, December 21, 2009, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Daniel was born in Hominy, Oklahoma. He was a career serviceman serving in the US Air Force. After retiring he was a farmer and cattleman. He volunteered for the Heritage Days in Warsaw, Missouri and loved to hunt and fish. Among survivors include his wife, Linda, of the home; two sons, Jerry Daniel Cole of St. Joseph, Missouri and Isaac S. Cole of Grain Valley, Missouri and one daughter, Cynthia Ann Page of Smithville, Missouri; five grandchildren, Jessica Hays, Lindsay Hays, Douglas Hays, Meredith Cole and Samuel Cole; three brothers, Leonard Cole of Pollock, Texas, Allen Cole of Wichita Falls, Texas and Paul Cole of Portland, Oregon and one sister, Judy Bernard of Bazoria, Texas.

COLE, Edna M. MANN
1922-2006
Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 3 2006 - Edna M. Cole, died Wednesday, November 1, 2006. She was born November 8, 1922, in Clinton, the daughter of Jesse Claude and Sarah Skaggs Mann. She attended CMSU, Central Methodist College and UMKC. While in high school and at CMSU she was the head majorette for the marching band. She was a greater lover of music and teaching and continued on with both long after retiring form the Liberty School District in 1972. In 2004, she was featured in the Lanterns of Clay, a local publication honoring women in education. She was a member of Daughters of the American Revolution - Marguerite McNair Chapter, Raytown; Alpha Upsilon Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma and the Second Baptist Church of Liberty, where she was active in several groups. She also worked with the In As Much Ministry and the Meals on Wheels program. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Harold Cole; a daughter and son-in-law, Victoria and Russell Woirhaye, Stilwell, Kansas; grandchildren, Kimberly Woirhaye-Reid and her husband Grady Reid, Louisburg, Kansas, Jeffrey Woirhaye and his wife Mary Ann, Olathe, Kansas, David Woirhaye, Los Angeles, California; great-grandson, Holden Reid; sister Mary Philpot, Raytown, as well as other nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 4, at Second Baptist Church, 309 East Franklin, Liberty, private burial in Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City.

COLE, Emma Wirt COOPER SHORT
1855-1945
Teays Chapel Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
St. Clair County Democrat, Osceola, MO, Thurs, Mar 1 1945 - Emma Wirt Cooper was born near Gallatin, Mo. June 8th, 1855 and departed this life February 21, 1945 at Clinton, being 89 years, 3 months and 13 days of age. She was the daughter of Larkin W. and Hester Vaughn Cooper. At the age of 14 she moved with her parents from Daviess county to Henry County and settled near Montrose. After her marriage she moved to the farm home northwest of Osceola where she spent the last 67 years of her life, always faithful to her home through the long years. She had one brother, Rice Harris, and five sisters: Sarah Elizabeth, Amanda M., Nancy Jones, Mary Scroggins and Martha West, her twin sister, all of whom preceded her in death. She was converted at an early age at the church of which her father was a pastor and became a member of the Teays Chapel church. She remained a faithful Christian throughout her life. In 1876 she was married to William Edwin Short. To this union was born two children, Mattie Lulu and Edwin Ernest. Mr. Short passed away Feb. 18, 1884. In 1887 she was married to John E. Cole. They had one son, Burlie Sheldon. Mr. Cole died May 25, 1914. She leaves to mourn her two sons Edwin Short, Enid, Okla. and Burlie S. Cole of Kansas City. Nine grand children and ten great grandchildren, one grandson having met his death in January 1931. Also left to mourn are many other relatives and friends. She was a member of the Rebekah Lodge always active in the affairs of her community and a true friend in time of trouble or sadness. Funeral services were conducted at the Lowry City Methodist church Thursday, February 22. Burial was at the Teays Chapel cemetery.

COLE, Leona Gentry
1924-1998
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Leona Gentry Cole, 74, Clinton, died Tuesday, April 28, 1998, at golden valley Hospital, Clinton. Memorial services will be Friday, May 1, at Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton. Cremation. She was born April 23, 1924, in Jackson County, daughter of Theodore and Edith Cline Cole. She lived in Independence most of her life, moving to Clinton six years ago. She worked for over 10 years at Neevels Luggage in Kansas City. Mrs. Cole was a member of the RLDS Church of Independence. She is survived by three sons, Tom Clark, Virgil Clark and Lonnie Clark, all of Clinton; four daughters, Helen Farris, Kansas City, Nancy Archaleta, Tampa, Florida, Betty Green, Buckner, and Vicki Uganski, Muskegan, Michigan; one brother George Cole, Blue Springs; one sister Jaunita Clark, Odessa. She was preceded in death by a son George Dorland; a brother Ted Cole, and a sister Louella Nicholson.

COLE, Maurice D.
1886-1958
Mount Olivet Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Jul 10 1958 - Funeral services for Maurice D Cole. 71, who died June 30, 1958 at St. Mary's Hospital Kansas City, Mo., were held at St. Theresa's Catholic Church in Kansas City July 2nd. John Cole, a nephew, was present in the sanctuary. Pallbearers were nephews, Joe and Donald Brownsberger, Harold. Marcellus and Stephen Cole, and Donald Swaters. Interment was in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Kansas City. Mo. He is survived by his wife, Henrietta E.; six children. Mrs. Ted (Loretta) Martin, Kansas City, Mrs. Denver (Catherine) Langford, Clinton, Maurice H. Cole. Richard J. Cole, Mrs. Jack (Patricia) Watson and Mrs Robert (Mary) Mandl. Kansas City; 11 grandchildren; three brothers. Nelson W Kansas City, Robert L., Montrose, and George, Hutchinson, Kan. His parents, two sisters and two brothers preceded him in death. Maurice D. Cole was born Sept. 13, 1886 in Waukesha, Wis., the son of Darwin J. and Ella Catherine Cole. The family moved to Montrose when he was an infant. There he grew to manhood, receiving his education at St. Mary's Parochial School and Montrose High School. On May 17, 1911, he married Henrietta E. Brownsherger in Montrose, where they made their home and reared their family. At the time of his marriage he was employed at the Farmers Bank of Montrose. He later owned and operated a grocery for a number of years then a produce business. He became postmaster for the community in which position he served until moving in 1945 to Kansas City where he was employed by Sears, Roebuck and Company until his retirement in 1952.

COLE, Ray Sheldon
1911-1998
Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ray Sheldon Cole, 87, died suddenly Saturday, November 21, 1998, at his home in Seminole, Florida. Ray was born July 15, 1911, near Osceola, to Burlie Sheldon Cole and Lena Viola Carter Cole. He graduated from Osceola High School in 1929 and attended the University of Missouri, Columbia. In 1937, he began his career with Johnson and Johnson which took him to Kansas City, Joplin, St. Louis, Boston and Chicago. He retired as district sales manager, Chicago, in 1970 and moved to Florida. Mr. Cole married Clara Juanita Cornelius on September 25, 1938, in Manhattan, Kansas. To this union were born three daughters, Cynthia Ann, Patricia Kay and Susan Ray. Mr. Cole married Betty Jacobson in 1957 in Chicago. She was a loving mother to Pat and Susan for several years, adopting them as her own with her Debbie. Although the daughters were reared in city life, they remember fondly the vacations taken as a family, always to find some good place to fish, for their dad loved to go fishing. He was a loving father to all of his family, having the best of times with his children and grandchildren, as well as all of the extended family of Cole's. After retirement, he was devoted to keeping the best of lawns, the prettiest of flowers and then to help all his neighbors with their yard work. At an early age, Ray became a member of Osceola Methodist Church. In his later years, he was a testimony to a life of faith in God, letting us know that he would meet us in Heaven. In 1975, Ray married Juanita (Jenny) Casis, a devoted wife and companion who survives him at home in Seminole. Other survivors are the three daughters, Cynthia Hilsabeck and husband, Ferrol, Sun City West, Arizona, Patricia Blake and husband, Charles, Columbia, South Carolina, and Susan O'Malley and husband, Jim, Duvall, Washington; adopted daughter, Ethel Casis of Seminole, Florida; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Also surviving are one sister, Jaunita Walker and husband, Leo, Clinton; two brothers, Merle Cole and wife, Anne, Billings, Montana, and Roy Cole and wife, Jennice, Temecula, California. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Idaleen Walters, and two brothers, Everett Cole and Paul Cole. Ray will be greatly missed here on earth by the hose of relatives and friends who loved him. Thanks be to God for leaving him here these 87 years. Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 25, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial was in the Lowry City Cemetery.

COLE, William David
1867-1933
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Deepwater World, Deepwater MO - William David Cole was born to this life at Trenton, Missouri, January 24, 1867. He departed from this life April 22, 1933 at 12:50 am., at the age of 66 years, 2 months, and 29 days, after a lingering illness. On March 20, 1890 he was married to Alice Marlin. To this union eight children were born: James Homer Cole and Scottie Cole who preceded their father in death; also Howard Cole of Wisdom, Missouri; Nellie Morgan of Clinton, Missouri; Lena Winn, Anna Lee Morgan, Ethel Knierim, all of Deepwater, and Harry Cole of the home. Besides his wife and children he is survived by one brother, J. H. Cole of Jamesport, Missouri, and fourteen grandchildren. He moved to Deepwater with his family twenty-four years ago in the month of March. Since that time he was employed at the Dickey Clay Factory. In 1882 he joined the Baptist Church at Walnut Grove. In 1912 he brought his letter from Walnut Grove and entered the Baptist Church of Deepwater as a member and lived a Christian life. Mr. Cole was very kind and loving with his family , and all who knew him, knew he was a good citizen. He leaves a host of friends who join his family through their bereavement.

COLE, William H.
1925-1973
Belton Cemetery, Belton, Cass Co, MO
William H. Cole, 48, of Belton, died Saturday at Research Medical Center. He was born in Deepwater, Mo., and had lived here 30 years. Mr. Cole was a mechanic for the Kansas City Power and Light company. He was a member of the Belton Masonic Lodge. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Martha Ellen Cole of the home; two sons, Howard David Cole, 13600 White Grandview, and William Homer Cole , Jr., Belton; three daughters Mrs. Linda Payton 1815 Lawn Avenue; Mrs. Lois Ellen Adams, 4841 Charlotte, and Mrs. Raye Ann Shirk, Belton; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William H. Cole, Oronogo, MO; a sister, Mrs. Jack Webb, Austin, TX., and four grandchildren. Services will be Tuesday at the First Baptist Church of Belton; burial in Belton Cemetery. (Note: He died Oct 13 1973. His wife was Martha Ellen Nichols - Virginia Winn Parker)

COLE, William J.
1926-2003
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 13 2003 - William J. Cole, 76, Clinton, died Thursday, February 13, 2003, at Westwood Nursing Center. Graveside services will be held Saturday, February 15, at Englewood Cemetery.

COLEBERD, Linda Ann CLOCK
1940-2011
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 25 2011 - Linda Ann Clock Coleberd, 70, Clinton, died Thursday, January 20, 2011, at Select Specialty Hospital in Kansas City. Linda was born on July 24, 1940, in Le Mars, Iowa, the daughter of Ernest Edward Clock Jr. and Para Lee (Saltz) Clock. She grew up in Ginger Blue, near Noel, and was a 1958 graduate of Noel High School. She graduated from University of Missouri in Columbia in 1962, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing. Linda moved to Clinton in 1971, where she raised her family and became active in the community. she was involved in many groups, including PEO and Beta Sigma Phi, and served on the Truman Lake Community Foundation Board of Governors. She was also a member of Clinton United Methodist Church, where she worked one day a week and participated in many church activities. Linda enjoyed playing bridge and mahjong, gardening, reading and spending time with friends and family. She was a wonderful cook and loved entertaining in her home. She worked as a homemaker and registered nurse. She was Director of Nursing at Westwood Nursing Center in Clinton before retiring in 2000. She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant son. Survivors include daughter Jill Birdsong and husband David and family; daughter Becky Peeler and husband Del and family; brother Ed Clock and wife Suzanne and family; brother Jim Clock and wife Lynne and family, and many dear friends. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, January 25, followed by a private family burial at Englewood Cemetery in Clinton.

COLEMAN, A. Carl
1917-1991
Pleasant Springs Cemetery, Roscoe Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - A. Carl Coleman was born July 1, 1917 to Norman and Mary Frances Page Coleman. He passed away October 2, 1991 at Cedar County Memorial Hospital in ElDorado Springs. Carl was born in Roscoe. He lived in the Kansas City area twenty years returning to the ElDorado Springs area in 1987. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Carl was a custodian 20 years at Norfleet Elementary School in Kansas City. On November 16, 1942 Carl was united in marriage to Frances L. Jones. To this union two sons were born. Frances preceded him in death on December 29, 1986. Carl is survived by two sons, Ron Coleman of Belton, and Lonnie Coleman of ElDorado Springs; two brothers, Ora and Charley Coleman, both of ElDorado Springs; one sister, Ruth Ezzell of Kansas City; three grandchildren and one great-grandchild, other relatives and many friends. Carl was also preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, Arvella Street, Orpha Hunter, Ruby Amick, Lelia Smith and one granddaughter Roshonda Sue Coleman. Funeral services were held Sunday, October 6, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel. Burial was in the Pleasant Springs Cemetery.

COLEMAN, Barbara Jean JACKSON DIXON
1951-2006
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 9 2006 - Barbara Jean Coleman was born January 6, 1951, to Luther Ray Jackson Sr. and Ruth Louise Armstrong Jackson of Sun, West Virginia, and entered into rest July 23, 2006, at KU Med Center in Kansas City, Kansas. Barbara Jackson Dixon entered into marriage with Bruce Coleman on October 12, 2002, and they made their home together in Clinton. Barb began her employment with Clearfield and then later moved to Schreiber's new plant where she retired with 36 years of service. Barbara loved to bowl, but she loved her bowling buddies even more. When she became too weak to bowl, she continued to go and watch her team whenever she was able. Barb loved to socialize and she never met a stranger. And she truly loved her Lord and she loved her church family. She was a good wife, a loving mother and a very loving grandmother. Barbara is preceded in death by her father Luther, and her son Jeffery Dixon. She is survived by her husband of the home, Bruce Coleman; two daughters, Christy Moree and Jessica Bigler, both of Clinton; her mother Louise Jackson of Deepwater; three brothers, Luther Jackson Jr. of Sugar Creek, Oliver Jackson of New Brunswick, New Jersey, and Walter Jackson of Higbee; three sisters, Bonnie Taylor of Danville, Virginia, Betty Stone of Las Vegas and Beatrice Jarvis of Sedalia, and five grandchildren and many, many friends. Funeral services were held at the Deepwater Baptist Church on Wednesday, July 26. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

COLEMAN, Dolores Augustine JUDD
1913-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 24 2002 - Dolores Augustine Coleman, 88, Clinton, died Wednesday, May 22, 2002, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Clinton. Memorial services will be Sunday, May 26, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Clinton. Cremation. She was born August 2, 1913, in Junction City, the daughter of Charles T. and Orien C. Miller Judd. She was a homemaker. She was married to Olaf Coleman, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Deanna C. Martin, and husband, Robert Blanc of Clinton, and four grandchildren.

COLEMAN, Earlene Rae FOULKS
1953-2001
Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Kansas City Star, Kansas City, MO - Earlene Rae Coleman, 47, Independence, MO, passed away unexpectedly Friday, July 13, 2001. Funeral services will be Thursday, July 19, at St. Regis Catholic Church. Graveside services and burial Thursday at the Hopewell Cemetery, Montrose, MO. Earlene was born September 10, 1953, in Kansas City, MO. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard A. Coleman and her daughter-in-law, Mary Filley Coleman. Surviving are her son, Rick Coleman, of the home; two daughters, Samantha Griffin and her husband, David, and Meredith Jensen and her husband, Bill, all of Independence, MO; her mother, Gazell Foulks, Belton, MO; her brother, Billy Foulks, Independence, MO; five sisters, Carol Volland, Doris Cowin, Gay Clarke-Arton, all of Independence, MO, Betty Ruehling, Lee's Summit, MO, Janet Generaux, Blue Springs, MO; two grandsons, Brandon Coleman and Dakota Griffin; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives and many friends. Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel.

COLEMAN, Elsie Ellen
1905-1994
Benton Green Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Elsie Ellen Coleman, 89, of Humansville, formerly of St. Clair County, died Monday February 21, 1994 at the Citizens Memorial Hospital in Bolivar. Mrs. Coleman was born in Roscoe. She was a lifelong St. Clair County area resident. She is survived by one son, Jimmie, of Clinton; one daughter, Ruth, of Excelsior Springs; one sister, Ethel Tillery, of Florida; 7 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 23, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Benton Green Cemetery near Osceola.

COLEMAN, Herman Neil
1927-1991
Pleasant Springs Cemetery, Roscoe Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Herman Neil Coleman, 64, the eldest child of Ora and Nellie Wightman Coleman, was born June 23, 1927, in Oyer, and died July 17, 1991 in Springfield General Hospital in Springfield. He attended Glendale and ElDorado Springs schools. From 1945 to 1947 he served as a technician in the US Army during WWII. On June 5, 1949, he was united in marriage to Naomi June Swopes in Lowry City. To this union two daughters were born. He lived in the Roscoe area all his life. He loved to hunt and fish and play practical jokes on family and friends. He never met a stranger. He will be missed by many. During the last of his illness he accepted his Lord as savior. He was preceded in death by his mother, Nellie; his sister, Lucille Deckard and his stepmother, Madge Grayson Smith Coleman. Survivors include his wife June, of the home; his daughters, Phyllis Kenney and husband James of Willard, and Gayle Heitman and husband Steve of Manhattan, Ks.; five grandchildren, Heather Hazen and husband David of Ft. Bragg NC, Nigel and Bathsheba Kenney of Willard, Bryce and Ethan Heitman of Manhattan, Kansas; two great-granddaughters, Krista and Stephanie Hazen of Ft. Bragg, NC; his father Ora Coleman of ElDorado Springs; his sister, Neva Green, and husband Virgil, of Independence; his stepsister Rosalee Rector and husband Leroy and ElDorado Springs; nieces and nephews and a host of friends. He will long be remembered as a giver. He was very interested in people and a good neighbor. He served on the board of the Pleasant Springs Cemetery for many years and was very interested in its maintenance and progress. His unique self-styled, dry wit will also be remembered in spite of his having to cope with several years of poor health. He and June had quietly established a standard the family was privileged to know. Funeral services were Saturday, July 20, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial was in Pleasant Springs Cemetery.

COLEMAN, Jimmie Lee
1928-2009
Roscoe Cemetery, Roscoe, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 10 2009 - Jimmie Lee Coleman was born April 30, 1928, in Roscoe, to Elza Lee and Elsie Ellen (Jackson) Coleman. Jimmie died Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009, while doing what he enjoyed most, coon hunting. In 1950, Jimmie was united in marriage to Wanda Barnett. To this union, five children were born, Randa, C. Jo, Craig, Jimmie K. and Brent. Daughter C. Jo Coleman preceded him in death. Jim worked from 1947-1956 as a mechanic at Lewis and York in Osceola. In 1956, he moved to Clinton to mechanic for Stayton Chevrolet. Bob Stayton convinced Jimmie to start selling cars for him in 1962 and he went on to become Stayton's and later Readi Motors' top award-winning salesman. Jimmie enjoyed spending the last six years selling cars for longtime friend Gregg Smith at Gregg Smith Ford. Jimmie was a deacon at New Hope Baptist Church in Clinton. He enjoyed coon hunting, fishing, playing cards and eating Wanda's homemade bread and pies. Jim also enjoyed visiting with friends and family and was especially close to his cousins, Jerry Jackson and his brothers-in-law, Ben and Derl Barnett. Jimmie is survived by his loving wife, Wanda, of the home; his children, Randa Cohen and husband Stuart, Kansas City, Craig Coleman and wife Lisa, Camdenton, Jimmie K. Coleman and wife Tammy, Clinton, Brent Coleman and wife Debbie, Bolivar, and five grandchildren, Mathew McDermott, Amanda Wells, Clint Colman, Erin Coleman, Brandon (Jimmie) Coleman. He is also survived by four great-grandchildren, Hailey Jo, Garrett, Dayton, Fenix, and a sister Ruth Smith, El Dorado Springs; other relatives and many, many friends. Funeral services were Monday, Aug. 10, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola, with burial in Roscoe Cemetery.

COLEMAN, John Roy Sr.
1907-1999
Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Kansas City Star Oct 14 1999 - John Roy Coleman Sr., 91, died Wednesday, October 6, 1999, at the Valley Manor Care Center in Montrose, CO. Services will be Friday, October 15, at the Floral Hills Memorial Chapel; burial in Floral Hills Cemetery at Blue Ridge and Gregory, Kansas City, MO. John was born in Bethel, KS, on December 16, 1907, the son of Garrett Coleman and Melinda (Green) Coleman. He spent his childhood, received his education, and grew to adulthood in Kansas. In 1928, John married Marguerite M. Casteel. They moved to Independence, MO, in 1937. He worked as a truck driver for Standard Oil Co. for several years, then went to work for The Faeth Hardware Co. of Kansas City, MO, as a wholesale hardware salesman. He retired from there in 1973, after 25 years. John continued working as a tool and hardware salesman until October 1, 1998, when he could no longer work due to a stroke. John moved to Montrose, CO, in November 1998, to stay with a son, John R. Coleman Jr. and wife, Evelyn. He resided there until a third stroke caused him to go to Valley Manor Care Center, where he remained until the time of his death. John enjoyed playing basketball in his younger years, enjoyed hunting birds and being out of doors. But his main focus was working, also spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. John was preceded in death by his wife, Marguerite in 1987, and a son, Robert E. Coleman in 1999. Survivors include one son, John R. Coleman and wife, Evelyn, Montrose, CO; one daughter, Barbara A. Twyman, Kansas City, MO; eight grandchildren, Mark Coleman and wife, Debbie, Montrose, CO, Kevin Twyman, Grandview, MO, John L. Coleman, Denver, CO, Denise and husband, Robert Bolinder, Palmer, AK, Debbie and husband, John Topi, Blue Springs, MO, Shari and husband, Pat Ertz, Raytown, MO, MeLinda Coleman, Montrose, CO, and Karen Twyman, Kansas City, MO, as well as 15 great-grandchildren. Other family survivors include one brother, James R. Coleman and wife, Golden, Bonner Springs, KS. In addition to his parents, wife, and one son, he was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters.

COLEMAN, Mary Katherine FILLEY
1978-2001
Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Kansas City Star, Kansas City MO - Mary Katherine Filley Coleman, 22, Independence, MO, passed away unexpectedly Friday, July 13, 2001. Funeral services will be Thursday, July 19, at St. Regis Catholic Church. Graveside services and burial Thursday at Hopewell Cemetery, Montrose, MO. Mary was born July 27, 1978, in Kansas City, MO. She was a massage therapist for Radiant Health Day Spa. Mary was a member of St. Regis Catholic Church. Surviving are her husband, Rick Coleman, of the home; her parents, Jim and Pat Filley, Kansas City, MO; her brother, Tim Filley and his wife, Kara, Lee's Summit, MO; maternal grandfather, Oscar Zeller, Kansas City, MO; three nieces, Sierra, Rachel, and Emily Walker; and two nephews, Brandon Coleman and Dakota Griffin. Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel.

COLEMAN, Ramona M. MOTLEY
1936-2006
Roscoe Cemetery, Roscoe, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 6 2006 - Ramona M. (Motley) Coleman was born May 5, 1936, to Walter and Ruth (Keeton) Motley and died Tuesday, April 4, 2006, at Truman Lake Manor in Lowry City. Graveside services will be Saturday, April 8, at the Roscoe Cemetery, Roscoe.

COLEMAN, Richard Allen Sr.
1951-1996
Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Retired Army 1st Sgt. Richard Allen Coleman, 45, Independence, Mo. died Wednesday Sept. 18, 1996, at the Medical Center of Independence. Mr. Coleman was born March 13, 1951, in Appleton City, Mo., and had lived in this area for the past eight years. He had been a first sergeant in the U.S. Army for 20 years, retiring in July 1988. His survivors include his wife, Earlene Coleman, a son, Richard A. Coleman, Jr., and two daughters, Meredith Coleman and Samantha L. Coleman, all of the home; his father and stepmother, Robert and Verva Coleman, Lathrop, Mo.; his stepfather, Lee Tracy, Fordyce, Ark., and Burton S. Coleman, Excelsior Springs, MO., three sisters, Andi C. Watkins, Parkville, Mo., Robin R. Sherwood, Lathrop, and Dana L. Lyles, North Kansas City, his grandmother Mary M. Smith, and his step-grandmother, Ruth Tracy, both of Fordyce; and one grandson, Brandon J. Coleman.

COLEMAN, Robert Henry
1933-2014
Robert Henry Coleman, 81, passed away peacefully after a short illness Saturday, August 2, 2014 at home surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born in Warrensburg, Missouri March 9, 1933, the son of Ersel Henry Coleman and Jessie Fae Winfrey. Bob had many careers including plant manager of the Unitog plant in Clinton, Missouri and a Police Officer in Warrensburg, Missouri. Bob served his country in the military as a Tech Sargent in the Army from 1950-1953. Bob was a true gentleman. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Evelyn White, Vera Narron, Etta McHargue, and Betty Yates and one brother William Coleman. Bob leaves behind his wife, Margaret; daughters Chris Rossmann, Seagayl Henderson, Pam Gardner; son Terry Coleman. Bob had 13 grandchildren. Grandsons, Aron Coleman, Jason Steward, Collin Schaefer, Kyle Coleman, Shawn Gardner, Dane Schaefer and Darrek Gardner; granddaughters, Drue Adams, Codi Sanchez, Mariya Gardner, Andrea Henderson, Breanna Henderson and Elizabeth Henderson; 12 great-grandchildren; brother Don Coleman and wife Gloria along with many other family and friends across the country. Bob and Margaret enjoyed many happy times traveling in their various campers and wintering in South Texas.

COLIN, James Arthur "Jim"
1925-2012
Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Bates Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 30 2012 - James "Jim" Arthur Colin, 87, Butler, died Sunday, May 21, 2012, in Clinton. He was born January 13, 1925, to Chester and Thelma Colin in Lee's Summit. Jim is survived by his companion, Peggy Sherman of Clinton; a stepson, Keith Sherman and wife Lupe, Kansas City; a stepdaughter, Jan Correll and husband Tom, Pittsburg, Kansas; two step-granddaughters, Kimberly Scripsick and Kelly Abbott; three step great-great-granddaughters, Ally, Ava and Aubrey, and three cousins, Gary Brown and wife, Donna, Adrian, Gary Colin and wife Linda, Lamar, and Dennis Smith and wife Alesia, Sylvester, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services are Friday, June 1, at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler.

COLLETTI, Olive SCOTT NICHOLS
1909-2011
Buckner Hill Cemetery, Buckner, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 17 2011 - Olive Colletti, 101, of Windsor died Wednesday, June 15, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. She was born December 1, 1909, in Alba, Missouri, the daughter of Charles William Scott and Minnie Columbia (Hutchens) Scott. On February 11, 1928, in Joplin she married Karl Edward Nichols and he preceded her in death on May 3, 1983. She later married Joseph A. Colletti on October 7, 1985, in Independence. He preceded her in death on November 26, 1996. Survivors include a stepson, Andrew Colletti, Kansas City, a stepdaughter, Angie Nash, Kansas City, 4 step-grandchildren, 35 nieces and nephews, 50 great-nieces and nephews and numerous great-great-nieces and nephews. In addition to her husbands, she was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Johnny, Charles and Raymond Leon, and 8 sisters, Elsie, Elisteen, Loretta, Kathleen, Billie Louise, Sid, Argetine and Rosell. Funeral services will be Monday June 20, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor.

COLLEY, Francis Eugene "Gene"
abt 1921-2008
Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 7 2008 - Francis Eugene (Gene) Colley, 87, Lowry City, died Tuesday, May 6, 2008, at Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 10 at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola, with burial in Lowry City Cemetery.

COLLEY, Mary Lucille
1918-2009
Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 13 2009 - Mary Lucille Colley, 91, Lowry City, died Friday, July 20, 2009, at Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City. Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 14, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola, with burial in the Lowry City Cemetery.

COLLICOTT, Alma Rosanna REESE
1923-2002
Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Arlington Co, VA
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 23 2002 - Mrs. Alma Rosanna Reese Collicott, 78, Airy, North Carolina, widow of Robert Mack Collicott, died Sunday, August 18, 2002, at her home. She was born in Henry County September 3, 1923, to William Davis and Kate Lee Dempsey Reese. She was a member of the Fellowship Methodist Church in Melbourne, Florida. Surviving are a daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Jim McClelland of Mt. Airy,; a son, Alan Collicott of Mt. Airy; a grandson, Brad McClelland, and a granddaughter, Ashley McClelland, both of Mt. Airy; a sister, Rue Porter of Richardson, Texas, and several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and four brothers. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, September 3, at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D.C. Moody Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

COLLIER, Alma Mae
1917-1995
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Alma Mae Collier, 78, Clinton, died Sunday November 26, 1995, at her home on Wetzel Circle. She is survived by one sister, Rose Pingreen of Fort Collins, Co.; a half-sister, Alvina Blehm of Loveland, Co.; 10 nieces and nephews, including Charlene Poling and Tom Miller of Clinton. Graveside services will be held at the Clinton Memory Gardens on Wednesday, November 29.

COLLIER, Edna Alzira
1901-1905
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Feb 4 1905 - About 6 o'clock Tuesday evening, Edna Alzira Collier, little 3-year-old daughter of Mary and William Collier breathed her last. Born October 22, 1901; died January 31, 1905. She had been suffering for two days with a light cold but played until 3 p.m. with her dolls, when her mother took her up and rocked her to sleep. She aroused in about an hour but again went to sleep and when the father came home it was thought best not to waken her but about half an hour later, the mother noted the ghastly pallor of her face and Drs. Barr and Jennings hastily summoned, who pronounced her death due to heart failure. The father works at the Banner Mills. Besides a devoted father and mother, she leaves a sister and four brothers: Ida, John, Frank, Henry and Charley. Funeral at the residence on East Lincoln and burial in Englewood, where she was laid tenderly to sleep.

COLLIER, George Nelson
1864-1946
Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Jan 10 1946 - George N. Collier was born March 23, 1864 and died January 8, 1946 at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Harry Reed near LaDue, where he had gone for care following a stroke a short time before. Mr. Collier had spent the greater part of his long, useful life in this county, coming her from Illinois when a lad of ten years. He lost his father early in life and thus in youth he learned first hand the lessons of responsibility and industry which helped to make him the successful citizen he was, whether engaged as farmer, merchant or carpenter. He resided for 15 years at Urich and the balance of his life was spent in the LaDue vicinity. His companion, Mrs. Jessie Mae Collier passed on in 1943, after which he made his home in LaDue or with his children. He was a kindly, quiet man of honor and dignity, who looked for and found the good in every one and every thing. He leaves to mourn his passing the daughter above mentioned, Mrs. Harry Reed; also a son, George Collier in Arizona and a daughter, Mrs. Bessie Murphy of Kansas City. There are two grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the LaDue Baptist Church Jan. 9, 1946. Burial in Bear Creek cemetery, Vansant Funeral Service in charge.

COLLIER, Henry L.
1895-1918
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Aug 1921 - The remains of Henry L. Collier, who was killed in France in action September 27, 1918, were brought to Deepwater, where the funeral was held Monday. Deceased was a member of the Christian church, and a son of W. T. Collier, near Deepwater. The body was brought to Clinton and buried in Englewood Cemetery.

COLLIER, Jennie Mae JONES
1864-1943
Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Jun 17 1943 - Mrs. Jennie Collier, a resident of Henry County over three score years, met death at 5:15 Thursday, June 10, 1943, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Harry Reed, six miles southwest of Clinton, where she had been lovingly and gently cared for the past four weeks. Jennie May Jones was born at Utica, New York, March 24, 1864, the daughter of William and Mary Chapman Jones. Her father had come to America from Liverpool, England, as a young man, and much that was English was her heritage. February 25, 1885 she became the wife of George Nelson Collier, and they established their first home in Clinton. A few years later they moved to California for a two years residence, then returned to Henry County, not finding the west to their liking. In 1903 the family moved to LaDue where they purchased a general merchandise store, which prospered under her management, while Mr. Collier followed the trade of a carpenter. During the Taft, Roosevelt and two years of the Wilson administration Mrs. Collier served efficiently as the LaDue post mistress. On the completion of that responsibility, she added a line of millinery to their store which she greatly enjoyed handling. In 1915 she was converted and united with the LaDue Baptist Church and although her life was a busy one, coupling business with household management, she found time to enjoy the duties and pleasures of her church. About 20 years ago they moved to Urich, where she continued her millinery business until her health failed and it was impossible to get help. Mr. and Mrs. Collier then returned to LaDue, purchasing in March their present home. There they lived until the past few weeks when her health became such that she had to go to the home of her daughter. She was a superior, interesting woman, skillful in meeting and dealing with the public, devoted also to her family. She was a great flower lover and her windows were usually full of blooms to greet the passers-by.. Surviving are her deeply bereaved husband; Mrs. Reed, above mentioned, and another daughter, Mrs. Bessie Murphy, of Kansas City; a son, George Collier, south of LaDue; two grandchildren, Kenneth Collier, South of LaDue, and Mrs. Ethel Chambers of Kansas City, a brother, William Jones, of Clinton. Funeral services were conducted Saturday at the LaDue Baptist Church. Burial was in Bear Creek cemetery. The Vansant Funeral Service was in charge.

COLLIER, Moses
1827-1900
Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Aug 16 1900 - Died, August 9, 1900, Moses Collier, after a lingering illness. Uncle Moses was born in Garret county, Ky. January 5, 1827. He moved to Sangamon county, Ill. in 1848 and was married to Catherine Anderson Dec. 29, 1851. They had 19 children, three sons and one daughter now living. He also leaves three sisters and one brother. He moved to Missouri in 1866 and has been a member of the Ladue Christian church many years. He was a good citizen and a friend and always had a sympathy for the sick and unfortunate.

COLLIER, Ollie E. "Bud"
1921-1998
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ollie E. "Bud" Collier, 77, Clinton Healthcare Center, died Saturday, May 16, 1998. He was born in Hartford, Arkansas, February 13, 1921, the son of Ted Collier and Chloe Jasper Collier. He was a veteran of WWII. Graveside services will be held Thursday, June 4, at Englewood Cemetery.

COLLIER, Verna F. GEE SHUMATE
1924-2005
Miller Memorial Gardens, Miller, Lawrence Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 27 2005 - Verna F. Collier, 81, Clinton, died Friday, December 23, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital. Funeral services were held Tuesday, December 27, at Consalus Funeral Home. Burial was in Miller Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Miller, Missouri. She was born in Miller, January 8, 1924, daughter of George Alfred and Mary Alice Burke Gee. She enjoyed crocheting, doing picture puzzles as long as health permitted and helping others through her nursing career. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband Bill Collier; one sister and two brothers. Survivors include two sons, Larry Shumate and wife Carol, Drexel, Terry Shumate, Leeton; one daughter, Nancy Hayes, Manhattan, Kansas; one sister, Carol Witthar and husband Joe, Branson.

COLLIER, William Thomas
1860-1940
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - W. T. Collier, one of Clinton's oldest and fine citizens, died at his home on North Second Street at 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 30, 1940. He had been bedfast 13 months, a victim of chronic asthma and rheumatism and a week ago suffered a stroke that paralyzed his throat and body to his hips. Growing steadily worse from that time until the end., his family knew that nothing could stay the hand of the Grim Reaper. William Thomas Collier was born March 26, 1860 at Springfield, Ill., where he was reared. He came to Missouri a few years before his marriage to Miss Mary Catherine Linn of Clinton June 6, 1889. He was employed by J. B. colt for several years, where he learned much about livestock, especially fine horses, and during the years he farmed he dealt more in livestock than farming. In 1908 he and his family moved to Deepwater where he was night watchman at the Tile Factory until about 1923, when he returned to Clinton, and lived on a small farm at the end of Water Street. Two years later he bought a small home on East Franklin Street. Last year he and his devoted wife celebrated their golden wedding anniversary, a happy day for them, their daughter, Mrs. Glen Kincaid, and her husband with them, and many friends calling in the afternoon. Mr. Collier was a member of the Baptist church many years until in 1930 he put his membership in the Second Street Methodist Church. While he was able to attend little he enjoyed the visits of his pastor greatly. Kind, good, patient in his suffering, Mr. Collier is remembered as a man of generous disposition and considerate feelings. Of his eight children, five survive with his widow, and are his two daughters, Mrs. Kincaid, above mentioned who has spent much time by her father's bed the past weeks, and Mrs. Ida Waddell of Dallas, Texas, three sons, Frank also of Dallas; Jack of Clinton and Charles F. of Moberly. There are 16 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. Anice Etter of Grove City, Ill. Funeral services will be Thursday (today) at the Consalus and Peck Funeral Home.

COLLINS, Adam W.
1864-1885
Oak Grove Cemetery, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Nov 1885 - A cold blooded murder was committed at the Grand Central Hotel in Parsons, Kansas Monday morning. The victim was Adam W. Collins of Clinton and the murderer was George W. Gregson. Collins was a single man of about 25 and had lived in Parsons since last July, working as a clerk in a general merchandise store. The shooting followed an argument about some real estate property. The remains of the young man were dressed and shipped to his father in Clinton. Salmon and Salmon, bankers of this city, telegraphed the First National Bank of Parsons to have the body decently clad, placed in a plain coffin and forwarded here by express and to mail to them the bill. The remains were taken to the residence of T. C. Collins, the deceased's cousin, and on Tuesday a large number of friends assembled to witness the last sad rites of our unfortunate townsman. Burial at Oak Grove Cemetery.

COLLINS, Charles Eugene
1946-2012
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 28 2012 - Charles Eugene Collins, 65, was born December 6, 1946, in Wichita, Kansas, the son of Robert Eugene and Rita (Hammerbacher) Collins. He died February 20, 2012, at his home in Clinton. Charles worked for Golden Valley Memorial Hospital for over 30 years where he was director of Radiology. He was preceded in death by his father Robert Eugene Collins, and one sister Mary Fitzpatrick. Charles is survived by two sons, Brian Collins and wife Sarah, Branson, and Troy Collins of Clinton; one daughter, Jana Caldwell and husband Tim, Ozark; his mother Rita Collins, and sister Cheryl Swartzwood, both of Wichita, Kansas, and another sister Patricia Trollope of Davenport, Florida, as well as three grandchildren, Makayla, Megan and Samantha; numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial visitation was held at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton on Saturday, February 25.

COLLINS, Darrell D.
1961-2002
Yeater Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 2 2002 - Darrell D. Collins, 41, Kansas City, died Sunday, June 30, 2002, at his home of an accidental gunshot wound. He was a lawn maintenance mower. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 3, in the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Burial will be in Yeater Cemetery.

COLLINS, Effie E.
1901-1905
Teays Chapel Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Montrose Recorder, Montrose MO, Friday, Jan 12 1906 - Little Effie E. Collins, the four year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Collins died at their home in Kansas City last Friday morning. The little child was very badly burned the day before and its grandmother, Mrs. Cliff Browning of near Teays Chapel was notified, but before she reached the home of her daughter, the little child was dead. Its body was brought to the home of Mrs. Browning Saturday. The funeral service was conducted at Teays Chapel Sunday afternoon, after which she was laid away in the Teays Chapel Cemetery.

COLLINS, Eleanor L. HENDRICKS MILTON
1820-1895
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Henry County Republican, Clinton MO, Thursday, Nov 7 1895 - Dr. S. A. Milton received a telegram yesterday morning announcing the death of his mother, Mrs. Elinor L. Collins, who died yesterday morning at Dodge City, Kansas. Mrs. Collins was over seventy-five years of age. The funeral services will take place at Dr. Milton's residence at 3 o'clock today.

COLLINS, Emma Jean "Jeannie" CONRAD
1945-2011
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 20 2011 - Emma Jean Collins, daughter of Charles Howard and Temple Louise (Swift) Conrad, was born August 12, 1945, in Bethany. She died on November 10, 2011, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 66 years. She was married to James O. Collins, who survives of the home. She was employed at the Eagles Aerie and was a valued part-time staffer with The Clinton Daily Democrat. She also had a cleaning business. Jean was a member of the Ladies Eagle Auxiliary 3667 and Northeast Baptist Church, both of Clinton. Jean was preceded in death by her father, Charles Howard Conrad, and her uncle, Francis Swift. She is survived by her husband, Jim Collins of the home; son, James Conrad Collins and wife, Jodi, Independence; daughter, Kimberly Linette Haverland and husband, Gary, Lowry City; mother, Temple Louise Conrad of Clinton; brother, Kirby Conrad of Kansas City, as well as nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, November 14, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery, Clinton.

COLLINS, Frances Elaine
abt 1941-2007
Yeater Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 19 2007 - Frances Elaine Collins, 66, ElDorado Springs, died Saturday, February 17, 2007, at her home. Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 20, at Sheldon Funeral Home, ElDorado Springs, with burial in Yeater Cemetery, Osceola.

COLLINS, Frances Marie HOWARD
1922-2013
Mount Olivet Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Frances M. Collins, age 90, of Clinton, passed away Monday, February 11, 2013 at St. Joseph Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, February 14, 2013 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Clinton, Missouri. Graveside services will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Kansas City, Missouri. Frances was born May 22, 1922 in Carrollton, Missouri the daughter of Charles and Tempy (Scott) Howard. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, American Legion Auxiliary of Clinton, Henry County Democrats, and the Davis Township Road Board. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, John George Collins who passed away November 29, 1989, and seven brothers, Charles Howard Jr., Paul Howard, Robert Howard, Donald Howard, Chester Howard, David Howard, and Daniel Howard. Surviving her are three children; Mike Collins of Montrose, Missouri, John Collins of Kansas City, Missouri, Joann Luby of Wentzville, Missouri, two brothers; Kenneth Howard of Wheatland, Missouri and Larry Howard of Holt, Missouri, one sister; Marguerite Adair of Independence, Missouri, 10 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, 5 great great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

COLLINS, Goldie L. KINDRED
1916-2005
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 18 2005 - Goldie L. Collins, 88, Clinton, died Wednesday, March 16, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born April 22, 1916, in Henry County, the daughter of William Frances and Lula Elvira Richardson Kindred. She was a lifelong resident of this area. Graveside services will be held Monday, March 21, 2 p.m., at Englewood Cemetery. On February 16, 1933, she married Henry B. Collins. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband Henry; parents; five sisters and one son. She is survived by three sons, Arthur Collins and wife Alice, Dickie Collins and wife Bonnie, all of Clinton, and Allen Collins, Deepwater; two daughters, Martha Kramer and Sharon Ross of Hermiston, Oregon; 15 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

COLLINS, Ida SUNDQUIST
1903-2000
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Friday, Mar 10 2000 - Ida Sundquist Collins, born at Firth, Idaho, August 28, 1903, to Charles and Kristeen Berg Sundquist, died February 22, 2000, at the Marantha Lodge in Springfield at the age of 96 years. She was born again at Firth, Idaho, and later traveled by flat bed truck to San Francisco, California, to attend Glad Tidings Bible Institute. Ida completed the two years of study and graduated in 1935. Her motto in her graduation yearbook was "To Do His will" which she strived to do throughout her life. After completing her studies she traveled with three other new graduates, Kay, Mary and Lauretta. This group, known as "The Light Bearer's Quartet" traveled and evangelized across the country for 11 years. Ida and Kay traveled for two additional years ministering. Then each one married and branched out into other ministries. On June 4, 1949, Ida married Otho Isham Collins. Together they did mission work for the homeless and alcoholics in California until retirement. after retirement they moved to Arizona and assisted other pastors with ministry for the Puma and Papago Indians for 18 years. After re-retirement they moved to Maranatha Village at Springfield. Ida continued to minister by playing the piano several times a week for services at Maranatha Manor until the last two months. Preceding Ida in death were her husband, Otho; her parents, Charles and Kristeen Sundquist; seven brothers, Carl, Albert, Eric, Aaron, Emil, Victor and Ernest and one sister, Ellen. Survivors include a number of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Saturday, February 26. Burial was in the Deepwater Cemetery.

COLLINS, James Carey
1850-1936
Fields Creek Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Sep 17 1936 - James C. Collins, retired farmer living on West Grand River street, died at his home at 5 a.m. Sunday from general debility due to his advancing years. He had been bedfast only a week, though his health had been gradually failing. James Carey Collins was born October 2, 1850, in Fayette, Howard County, Mo., where he grew to manhood. He and Miss Winifred Shindler were united in marriage in 1878 and two children were born to their union: Edgar O. Collins of Johnstown, Colo., and Arthur, who died July 19, 1924. April 8, 1884, his wife died with the request that her husband find a helpmate and mother for her children in her sister, Susan Shindler. As Mrs. Collins wished, Susan Shindler and Mr. Collins were married August 22, 1884, and the home continued blessed by the love of this good woman who survives her husband. To them were born nine children, four of whom survive. Mr. Collins united with the Westfield Cumberland Church in 1895 and in 1898 came with his family to Henry County, settling near Garland, which was his home until three years ago when he moved to Clinton. He was a good and kindly man, industrious and friendly, always ready to help his neighbors, being especially thoughtful for those in trouble. He is survived by his widow, sons, Edgar of Johnstown, Colo.; Ira and Henry, and daughters Mrs. W. H. Malone and Charles Yewell of Clinton; two half sisters, Mrs. Jeff Gilbert of Clinton and Mrs. Kathryn Cathcorn of Kansas City. The funeral services were Monday from the Wilkinson Funeral Home, and the body was laid to rest in Fields Creek cemetery.

COLLINS, James Guy
1896-1925
Fields Creek Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Mar 6 1925 - James Guy Collins, age 29 years, died Tuesday morning, March 3rd, in the National Military Hospital, Leavenworth, Kansas. Friday, Feb. 27th, James Collins left with his father-in-law, R. N. Montgomery, for Leavenworth to enter the sanitarium, hoping to gain back the health he so earnestly craved, and to be with his family of loved ones. Monday evening the message came that he was worse so his wife and little daughter, Mary Catherine, seven months old, and R. N. Montgomery left on the Flyer. Before they arrived the word came that he had passed away. The same morning they received a letter from Given White, saying that he spent two hours with him Sunday afternoon, and he was looking well considering his trip the previous day. Mr. Collins and family have been living on the Dugan farm 11 miles north of Clinton, but when he decided to enter the sanitarium they sold their things and came to her father, R. N. Montgomery, and wife, North Main street. May 27th, 1922, James Collins was united in marriage to Miss Lucille Montgomery, who with the two babes, Cleota Ruth, age 2 years, and Martha Catherine, seven months, are left to mourn his death; also his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Collins, 8 miles north of Clinton, and the following brothers and sisters - B. and Miss Lavina at home; Mrs. Prudence Malone and Ira Collins, both residing north of Clinton. Deceased served 21 months in the World's war, and was gassed while over seas. His body was brought to Clinton Wednesday morning and taken to the Sims-Wilkinson undertaking rooms. The funeral services were conducted at Fields Creek cemetery Thursday by Rev. A. N. Lindsey. Interment in the cemetery near by.

COLLINS, James Otho
1940-2018
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
James Collins, age 78 of Clinton, Missouri passed away Sunday, August 19th, 2018 at Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, Clinton, MO. A funeral service for James will be on Thursday, August 23 at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, Mo. Interment will follow at Vansant Road Cemetery. James was born on August 11, 1940 in Deepwater, Mo to James and Ethel (Pennington) Collins. James retired from Hallmark after 40 years. He was a member of Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton. James loved his family and his dogs. He was a member of the Clinton Eagles. James loved to "Facebook" and to work in the yard. James was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, his sister, Betty Jean Long, brother, Andy Collins and his twin brother, John Collins. James is survived by his son, James (Jodi) Collins, Independence, daughter, Kimberly Haverland, Clinton, brothers, Carl (Dixie) Collins, Creighton, Phillip (Rita) Collins, Independence, sisters, Patricia Collins, Clinton, Donna McCurdy, Clinton, JoAnne Cloud, Farr, Tx, Hazel Collins, Clinton, grandchildren, Tiffany Johnson, Samantha Malone, Heather Delay, Christopher Maestas, Michael Maestas, great-grandchildren, Emma Stewart, Mallory Maestas, Lucas Delay, Austin Maestas, Asher Neeley, Ryker Delay, and a host of family, nieces and nephews.

COLLINS, John Nat
1855-1913
Teays Chapel Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Montrose Recorder, Montrose, Henry Co, MO, Friday, Jul 18 1913 - Nat Collins Dead - J. N. Collins living five miles east of Montrose died at his home Tuesday night at 11:30 o'clock after a brief illness. Only a short time ago Mr. Collins was in town greeting his many friends, and was apparently enjoying good health. Funeral services were conducted at Teays Chapel Thursday afternoon. Burial at Teays Chapel Cemetery. - Montrose Recorder, Montrose, Henry Co, MO, Friday, Jul 25 1913 - We are never called to bury our friends that we do not feel keenly our loss. In fact, we feel that the gap thus made cannot be filled. We are made poorer at each out-going friend. The real worth of a true friend cannot be estimated in dollars and cents, and there are no rules in mathematics whereby we may reach a first conclusion of their worth. To be able to appreciate their worth we must know them. So often we think we know men and are loud in their praise and find out later that other men knew them better than we did, and we were deceived in our man. Mans life should be as an open book, to be read and known, and everyone is writing his or her own book of life, "whether foul or fair". My acquaintance with the subject of this notice, John N. Collins, was made several years ago during a pastorate of three years in the Montrose charge. To me he was a friend and continued so to be although we met only a few times in the intervening years. He was born Mar. 10th, 1855, and departed this life July 15th, 1913. Between these two dates were all possibilities of this life, and just how well he filled in the time every one that knew him knows full well. He was an industrious energetic, prosperous, enterprising man. His busy life thus added to the wealth of the community in which he lived. He was happily married to Miss Ora Mae Hoover, Mar. 28th, 1889, to whose busy hands good judgment and economy much is due to his success as a business man. It was always a pleasure to me to visit at his home. To the above union three children were born, one son and two daughters. These children have the sympathy of the entire community. Funeral service at Teays Chapel with a large crowd of sorrowing and sympathizing friends in attendance. The family have lost a good father and the community a good citizen.

COLLINS, Kathryn L. ELLIOTT
1925-2001
Chilhowee Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 24 2001 - Kathryn L. Collins was born April 11, 1925, in Clinton, daughter of Charlie and Lillian Cauthon Elliott. She died April 13, 2001, at Westwood Nursing Center. She married Ernest John Collins on December 19, 1942. He preceded her in death in 1996. She had lived in Johnson County most of her life. She was a homemaker and a member of the Baptist faith. She was also preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Doris Williamson, and two brothers, Clarence and George Elliott. Survivors include one son, Robert Collins and wife, Diana, Warrensburg; four brothers, Raymond Elliott, Fordland, Jerry Elliott, Earl Elliott, both of Independence, Charles Elliott, state of Texas; one sister, Loralee Cooper, Lowry City; seven grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held April 16 at the Consalus Chapel, Chilhowee. Burial was in Chilhowee Cemetery.

COLLINS, Mary Agnes GARTH
1872-1900
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. C. F. Collins, after a lingering illness, died Monday evenning in her 29th year, at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. D. Garth. She was taken to Colorado springs with the hope of benefitting her health and seemed to get better, but for a short time only. When she returned to Clinton, she gradually grew worse. She was a devoted wife, loved and respected, and leaves a husband and a little boy, about four years old.

COLLINS, Mary Ann BOX
1864-1926
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Mary Ann Box was born in Illinois July 7, 1864, and united in marriage to William Collins March 28, 1886. To this union four children, two sons and two daughters, were born, all of whom with the husband, survive: Mrs. David Knoles, Mrs. James Ball, Jesse and William Collins. She is also survived by six sisters and four brothers: Mrs. E. J. Sampson, Deepwater; Mrs. W. H. Thomson, Spokane, Wash.; Mrs. Jesse Clark, Williams, Iowa; Mrs. W. H. Davis, Charity, Mo.; W. G. Box, Windsor; G. W. Box, Wheatland; Jesse Box, Bridgeport, Neb.; John Box, Windsor. She departed this life Feb. 27, 1926, at 7:30 p.m., after a long illness. Early in life she united with the Baptist church. Funeral services were held at the home Monday afternoon by Rev. J. T. Bryson, pastor of the Windsor Baptist church. And interment was made in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

COLLINS, Mary Theresa BLEVINS
1856-1933
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. William Ben Collins died at her home east of Urich, Saturday evening at 6 o'clock. Death was due to her advanced age. For more than a year she had been bedfast, during which time she was given devoted care by her daughter, Mrs. S. W. Woltzen, Dr. Woltzen, and a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Ethel Collins. Mary Theresa Blevins, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. P. Blevins, was born December 22, 1856. Her father was the first white male child to be born in Henry county. Fifty-eight years ago she was united in marriage to William B. Collins, and came to the home where she died, as a bride. To their union, two children were born: Mrs. S. W. Woltzen, who has been with the mother the past year, and Johnnie, who passed away 12 years ago. Mrs. Collins was possessed of the courtesies and fineness of her ancestral gentlewomen, and as she went her way through life, she reaped a great earthly reward for her many good deeds and kindliness in the warm friends she made. Her life meant much to the community. she was a member of the Hartwell Baptist church, which she had joined in the early eighties and a charter member of the Urich Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, where she had been past Matron. In her home, Mrs. Collins found the greatest contentment. There she was a radiant hostess, and all who entered found a happiness and friendliness that drew them back again and again. Mrs. Collins leaves her beloved husband and daughter, also a brother, Jonathan Blevins, of Urich, and five sisters; Mrs. John Cornett, Urich; Mrs. Robert DeArmond of Maysville, Ark.; Mrs. C. A. Davis, Independence; Mrs. Nora Hall, Kansas City, Mo., and Mrs. J. R. Shaver, Colorado Springs, Colo. All were present for the funeral except Mrs. DeArmond and Mrs. Shaver. The funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon. Burial was in the Norris Cemetery.

COLLINS, Maxine CROWDER IRWIN
1929-2003
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 6 2004 - Maxine Collins was born May 28, 1929, at Liberal, daughter of John Isaac and Eliza Jane Crowder. She died December 13, 2003, at the age of 74 years, six months and 15 days at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Preceding her in death were he first husband, Arthur Irwin; second husband, Robert Collins; two brothers, Clint Crowder and Wood Crowder; one son, Ronald Irwin, and one grandson, Samuel Irwin. Survivors include two sons, Merle Irwin and wife Barbara, Clinton, and Robert Irwin and wife Dian, Lockwood; one daughter, Kathy Dean and husband, Mark, Clinton; eight grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; one brother, Jim Crowder, Reno, Nevada; three sisters, Evelyn Bishop, Carmichael, California, Cleo Wayman, Nevada, and Pansy Yost, Thornton, Colorado, plus several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held December 17, at Consalus-Bradley Chapel. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

COLLINS, Mrs. R. W.
n/a-1911
Clinton MO - Mrs. R. W. Collins, living in Leesville, jumped into the well at the home of a man named Ed Russell, near the Collins' home, some time Friday night and was drowned. She had made four or five attempts to suicide in the past few years. The poor lady's mind had been unbalanced for some time and very careful watch had been kept over her but she eluded them Friday night. She was found by Ed Dickey the next morning.

COLLINS, Paul Andrew "Andy"
1947-2014
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Paul Andrew (Andy) Collins was born on November 15, 1947 in Clinton, Missouri, to James and Ethel Collins. He was raised in Deepwater, Missouri and always called it home. He married Sue McKeaigg on July 3, 1965. He went to work for General Motors, Leeds right out of high school. His General Motors career took him to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Wichita Falls, Texas, and finally back to the Fairfax plant in Kansas City, Kansas where he retired after 30 years. He and Sue made their home in Independence, Missouri and raised two children there. Matt Collins (Lisa) and Deanna Allison (Eric) both of Blue Springs, Missouri. Andy was a gentle, loving soul, from his love of poetry to his passion for opera, especially Pavarotti. A special mentor once told him "Don't try to make people think you're better than you are, always be better than people think you are" he lived by that. His special delight was in his granddaughters, Kaitlin and Lauren. He loved remembering the special times with each of them. Another of his special times was his weekly trips to Deepwater, where he could visit with friends and enjoy the peace and quiet of the town he loved. Adding to his joys were his monthly get-togethers with his General Motors pals. He would come home and say "I had a great time." He was diagnosed with ALS in 2012. Throughout the devastating toll that it took on his body he never gave up his sense of humor, never complaining, even when he was in pain. He gave his family the strength to battle the disease with him. He leaves behind to mourn his passing his wife, Sue, children Matt and Deanna, their spouses Lisa and Eric, granddaughters Kaitlin Allison and Lauren Collins, 3 brothers; Carl Collins of Creighton, Missouri, James Collins of Clinton, Missouri, and Philip Collins of Independence, Missouri and 4 sisters; Jo Ann Cloud of Pharr, Texas, Donna McCurdy and Patty Collins both of Clinton, Missouri, and Hazel Collins of Independence, Missouri. Funeral services will be held Friday, November 28, 2014 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, Missouri. Interment will follow in Deepwater Cemetery, Deepwater, Missouri.

COLLINS, Randall Lee "Randy"
abt 1972-2007
Yeater Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 19 2007 - Randall Lee "Randy" Collins, 35, ElDorado Springs, died Saturday, February 17, 2007, at his home. Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 20, at Sheldon Funeral Home, ElDorado Springs, with burial in Yeater Cemetery, Osceola.

COLLINS, Shirley W.
1921-2004
Osceola Cemetery, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 24 2004 - Graveside services for Shirley W. Collins, 82, Osceola, will be Wednesday, May 26, at Osceola Cemetery.

COLLINS, Thomas
1816-1899
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Feb 16 1899 - Thomas Collins died at his home 3.5 miles northwest of Hartwell on Thursday night, Feb 9th, and was buried at Norris cemetery Saturday. He was born in Albemarle county, Virginia in 1816, and moved with his parents to Warren county, Mo., when nine years old. When the gold discoveries were made in California, he joined the ranks of 49'ers and made the journey over the plains, working two years in the mines. He then returned to Warren county, Mo., and lived there until 1855 when he married Sarah C. Worster and came to Clinton, settling first on a farm a mile north of here, and a year later moving on the farm where he since lived. Three sons were born to them, one of whom died at the age of nine. Mrs. Collins died in 1872. The father and two remaining sons lived together many years. In 1876 W. B. Collins married Mary Blevins and in 1888 James married Irene Blevins. Both sons and their families tenderly cared for the aged father. Mr. Collins united with the Baptist church in 1869.

COLLINS, William Benjamin, Judge
1856-1938
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Judge W. B. Collins Dies - Pioneer Henry County Citizen and Former County Court Judge Dies at Home May 19 - Judge William B. Collins, pioneer citizen and former judge of the Henry County court, died at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, May 19, at his home in Big Creek township that he had occupied throughout his long life, near the scene of his birth, even using the well that was drilled by his pioneer father, Thomas Collins, who had come to Warren County in Western Missouri in 1825, from Albermarle County, Virginia. The years slipping into generations, had passed over Judge Collins kindly, leaving him quiet to enjoy the past and tolerant to view the future. Sorrow too had been his for of his immediate people, only his daughter, Mrs. S. W. Woltzen and a brother, J. T. Collins, were left to him. His daughter-in-law, whose devotion was almost filial, had made her home in the Judge Collins home most of the time since the death of her husband in 1922, and had helped Dr. and Mrs. Woltzen in loving care of him as life stretched down its sunset way. William Benjamin Collins was born July 18, 1856, near Urich, Big Creek township, the son of Thomas and Sarah Wooster Collins, both Virginians. His father had gone to California with the gold rush in '49, crossing the desert with an ox team train and "striking it rich," had returned home by way of the Isthmus of Panama and New Orleans, where he had exchanged his gold dust for U.S.A. currency. Thomas Collins came to Henry County in 1855, buying several hundred acres of land in the Garland community and there established his family. He and his estimable wife now life in the Norris Cemetery where their last son was laid beside them. His family tell fascinating stories of their early pioneer experiences, when there were still many Indians in the vicinity. One of them was of the inordinate interest in the white papoose and their unavailing efforts to borrow young Will from his wary mother, who did not trust them. The wild game and the open prairies have changed country life since those early days and the good roads he promoted, and advances in science have changed household living, and means of transportation. Mr. Collins was educated in the country schools of Big Creek and Honey Creek and following in the footsteps of his father, he had the love of the land deep in his heart and a clear knowledge of stock raising, which were both his hobby as well as his business, and he was a recognized authority at both. Judge Collins and Miss Mary Blevins, of native Henry County parentage, were married February 20, 1876, and two children were given them, John Pressley and Ella, now Mrs. S. W. Woltzen, who with her husband, have never failed in devotion to her father. Judge Collins was a vigorous member of the Baptist church and for over half a century a member of the Urich Masonic order. He was a man of warm friendships, and with the ease and freedom begotten of pioneer experience extended all the hospitality of his rooftree with genuine sincerity and pleasure. He was a loyal Democrat from the first forming of political principles, and for two terms served the county as judge, 1914-16 and 1916-18. He was a member of the court and vividly recalled the memorable burning of the railroad bonds, October 9, 1915, when unprecedented crowds visited Clinton and cheer was at heights that swelled a populace with the ardor of celebration. Strong and vital, a worthy factor in building and shaping life about him, Judge Collins has passed to realms of the Blest and those who mourn him at the same time give thanks for his great personality. His only surviving nephew, A. Loyd Collins, conducted the funeral services on Sunday, from the old Collins homestead. Masonic services were held at the graveside at Norris cemetery near his home.

COLLINS, William P.
1864-1933
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
William P. Collins was born at Millersburg, Illinois, on March 10, 1864. When just a small boy he came to Missouri with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Collins. He has lived in and around Windsor a good many years, until the time of his death in the early hours of June 11, 1933, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Dave Knoles. Mr. Collins joined the Christian church when only a boy. In 1885, he was united in marriage to Mary Anna Box, who preceded him in death seven years ago the 27th of February. To this union four children were born, all of whom are now living in Windsor. They are Jesse Collins, W. H. Collins, Mrs. Dave Knoles and Mrs. Lillie Ball. He also leaves to mourn his death two sisters, Mrs. Maggie Kelso of Pueblo, Colorado, and Mrs. Dan Baker of California, fourteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, and a great number of friends who will miss him very much. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon and interment was made in Laurel Oak cemetery.

COLON, Carolyn
1937-2003
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 16 2003 - Carolyn Colon, 66, Clinton, died Sunday, September 14, 2003, at Golden Valley Hospital. A celebration of her life will be held Wednesday, September 17, at the Tebo Baptist Church. She was born March 28, 1937, in Topeka, Kansas. She was a 35-year government employee. She remained active in NARFE and volunteered with her husband, Julio, for the Medicare Claim Program. She was recently recognized by the governor of Missouri for the Volunteer of the Year Award. Preceding her in death were her brother, Loren Parnell, and mother Violet Jones. Survivors include her husband, Julio, of the home; two daughters, Terry Elkins and husband Bud, Kansas City, Pam Hale and husband Rick, Bolivar; four grandchildren, Rhianna and Clint Elkins and Tyler and Tauri Hale.

COLSON, Alma Ruth ZINK
1914-2004
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 20 2004 - Alma Ruth (Zink) Colson, daughter of Isaac Thomas and Della Frances (Yonce) Zink, was born November 17, 1914, east of Appleton City, less than a mile from where she was presently living. She died April 11, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton at 89 years of age. Ruth attended country schools and graduated from Appleton City High School. She was baptized at the First Christian Church in Appleton City in the fall of 1927 accepting Christ as her Savior. On December 24, 1930, she was united in marriage with Kermit Lee Colson. In 1936 they moved to California where she worked during the day and attended college at night. In 1939 they moved to the central San Joaquin Valley. during the war Ruth worked at the Air Force base where Lee was stationed. In the fall of 1980 they moved back to Missouri, living on the AA Highway near Appleton City. Ruth was employed by General Motors dealers for 20 years as office manager and accountant. In 1972 she went back to work for four years as office manager for Couture Farms. Mrs. Colson was a 45-year member and past Matron of Lily of the Lake Chapter #41, Order of the Eastern Star in Lemore California. She also served the California Grand Chapter in several capacities, including Deputy Grand Matron. She was a 50-year member and past president of Lemore American Legion Auxiliary Post #100, a member of Sharon Temple #92 Daughters of the Nile in Fresno, California. She was past Bethel Guardian of Lemore, Bethel of Jobs Daughters #288, a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Strafford #157 of Appleton City. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 71 years; two brothers, Andrew and Hazel Zink; two nephews, Kenneth Zink and Bill Colson; and two nieces, Evelyn Dines and Jane Zink. Survivors include two nephews, Donald Lee Colson of Tulare, California, and Stanley Zink, Appleton City; five nieces, Betty Lou Payne, Roanoke, Texas, Janet Colson of Tulare, California, Carolyn Kelsay of Urich, Bettie Zink of Mt. Zion, and Carolyne Colson of Deepwater; one sister-in-law, Margaret Colson, Urich, and a brother-in-law, Walter (Bill) Colson of Tulare, California. Funeral services were at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, Wednesday, April 14, 2004. Burial was in Appleton City Cemetery.

COLSON, Archibald Bethel
1837-1906
Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Nov 24 1906 - Archibald Colson died at his home west of Clinton on Thursday, November 15, 1906, at 10 o'clock a.m. His death was not unexpected since Mr. Colson has been an invalid for more than two years. During this time, his wife has been a patient, untiring nurse, leaving undone nothing that would add to his comfort or prolong his life. He was the eldest son of James Colson and wife and was born April 27, 1837 in Overton County, Tenn. He came to Missouri in 1859 and had resided on his farm west of Clinton for a number of years. Six brothers and five sisters, all living on this and surrounding counties, survive him. On June 24, 1863, Mr. Colson married Miss Hannah M. Sevier. They had three sons and four daughters. The sons are: Dr. John Colson, Spruce, Bates County; Boss Colson, who lives near Piper, and Press Colson, who lives at home. The daughters are Mrs. Mert Anderson, Mrs. Tom Crissman, Mrs. Mollie Anderson and Mrs. Joe Harness. Funeral at Hopewell. The interior of the grave was draped in festoons of green vines and white and purple mums and ferns, very beautiful and profuse.

COLSON, Clarice Marie GARLAND
1917-2002
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 17 2002 - Clarice Marie Colson was born November 15, 1917, in Geary County, Kansas, daughter of Harry and Anna Black Garland. She died April 6, 2002 at North Kansas City Hospital. She married Eugene Colson in 1940 at Manhattan, Kansas. She was a homemaker and had spent most of her adult life in Blue Springs raising her family and being a helpmate to her husband. They later retired to Clinton. She loved nature, especially attracting and observing unusual birds. She was an avid Kansas City Chief and Royals fan. She is survived by one son, John Colson and wife Nellie, Houston, Texas; two daughters, Connie Cowley, Harrisonville, and Jean Marie Mershon and husband Sonny, Kansas City; two sisters, Eulalia (Tootie) Fair, Manhattan, Kansas, and Vernie Carr, Wamego, Kansas; one brother, Dale Garland, Grain Valley; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held April 10, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

COLSON, Elizabeth Katherine KOCH
1974-2012
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 16 2012 - Elizabeth Katherine Koch-Colson, 38, Montrose, died Thursday, July 12, 2012 in Urich, Missouri. She was born May 19, 1974 to David Koch and Kathy Patrick in Butler. Elizabeth grew up in Germantown and attended St. Mary's Elementary School and Montrose High School, both in Montrose. She furthered her education at Central Missouti State University in Warrensburg and received a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice. Elizabeth worked at Casey's General Store in Montrose for several years. In addition, she was a volunteer firefighter for the Montrose Fire Department. Most recently, she was employed as a director for Pathways in the Clinton, Butler and Warsaw offices. Elizabeth was an active member of Beta Sigma Phi where she helped with Kid's Day and adopted many needy families for the holidays. She was also a foster parent for several years. Elizabeth was a founding member of Rescue Me, an organization to rescue ferral cats. She attended the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Montrose. Elizabeth enjoyed camping, gardening, scrapbooking, shopping, cooking, traveling, visiting with family and friends and playing Scrabble. She was always in a good mood and can be described as happy-go-lucky. Elizabeth was very giving of her time and liked to help others in need. Her beloved dogs "Dozer" and "Red" and cat "Precious" provided her with great companionship. Elizabeth is survived by her husband and love of her life, Kevin Colson of Montrose; her father, David Koch of Montrose; her mother, Kathy Patrick and husband, Travis, Urich; her grandmother, Clara Koch of Montrose; three brothers, Greg Koch and companion. Pam, Tightwad, Matt Koch of Montrose, and Glenn Koch and wife Charlotte, Montrose; one stepbrother, Adam Patrick of Urich; friend and foreign exchange student, Julius Hietala of Finland, and many nephews, nieces, uncles, aunts, cousins and many friends. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Matthew Koch and maternal grandparents, Elmer and Dorothy Hon. Rosary and funeral services were Monday, July 16, at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler. Cremation to follow services.

COLSON, Eugene Benford
1917-1996
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Eugene Benford Colson was born December 9, 1917, in Riley County, Kansas, the son of George O. and Rachel Payne Colson. He died Sunday, May 26, 1996, at his home in Clinton at the age of 78. On April 4, 1940, in Manhattan, Kansas, he was married to Clarice Marie Garland. He was a farmer prior to his retirement. He was a member of the Mid-America Coon Hunters Association and the Rocky Mountain Elks Association. He is survived by his wife, Clarice, of the home; a son, John R. Colson of North Kansas City; two daughters, Jean Marie Mershon, Kansas City, and Connie Cowley, Harrisonville; one sister, Doris Kimball, Manhattan, Kansas; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 29, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

COLSON, Kermit Lee
1911-2002
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 30 2002 - Kermit Lee Colson, son of Homer A. and Hallie Nadine (Pfost) Colson, was born December 14, 1911, in Henry County, near Stone's Chapel Church, where he grew up. He was baptized in the church at an early age. He attended Cleveland Elementary School and graduated from Montrose High School in 1930. On December 24, 1930, he was united in marriage with Ruth Zink. For a few years they resided in the home where he was born. They moved to Ventura, California, early in 1936 where they resided for three years. In 1939 they moved to Avenal, California, where he worked for Standard Oil Company of California, retiring after 36 years of service. In 1942 he enlisted in the Training Command of the Air Force where he served as an aerial engineer on B24 bombers until the war was over. At this time Lee returned to work for Standard Oil Company in addition to a farm operation where he raised cattle along with his work. He was a past Master of Welcome Lodge #255 F.&A.M., a 55-year member of American Legion Post #100 and Past Patron of Lily of the Lake Chapter #41, Order of the Eastern Star in Lemore, California. He was also a member of the Shriners in Springfield, and the Appleton City Masonic Lodge #412 A.F. & A.M. and the Order of the Eastern Star, Olive Branch Chapter. Lee and Ruth returned to Missouri in the fall of 1980, living in Springfield where he continued to raise beef cattle. He built a new home in 1992 in the Appleton City area, where he passed away July 23, 2002, at the age of 90 years. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Keith and Kenneth Colson; two nephews, William (Billy) Colson and Kenneth Zink; one niece., Jane Zink. He is survived by his wife, Ruth, of the home; one brother, Walter (Bill) Colson of Tulare, California; two nephews, Donald Lee Colson of Tulare, California, and Stanley Zink of Appleton City; five nieces, Betty Lou Payne of Roanoke, Texas, Janiet Colson of Tulare, California, Evelyn Dines of Kansas, Carolyn Kelsey of Urich and Betty Zink of Mt. Vernon; one sister-in-law, Margaret Colson of Urich; six great-nephews, seven great-nieces and several great-great-nephews and nieces. Funeral services were at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, Saturday, July 27. Burial was in Appleton City Cemetery.

COLSON, Margaret JOHNSTON
1912-2006
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 28 2006 - Margaret Johnston Colson was born May 6, 1912, in rural Henry County, near Piper, to William Henry Johnston and Lillie Phoebe Davis Johnston. She was the youngest of nine children. Margaret died April 5, 2006, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton at the age of 93. Margaret spent her entire life in the Montrose and Urich communities. Margaret married Keith Colson March 16, 1932. Margaret and Keith had two children, William W. "Bill" and Carolyn. Margaret and Keith farmed east of Montrose for many years before retiring in Montrose in 1965 and she later moved into Urich Senior Housing. Margaret moved in with her daughter and family, Carolyn and Bill Kelsay, in 1994. For 10 years she enjoyed making quilts, beautiful handiwork and the company of her grandson, Michael. She was most happy doing garden work, handiwork and spending time with her nieces and nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The love of her family and friends was demonstrated the last few years of her life by making many beautiful quilts and other beaded handiwork. Margaret was a member of Urich Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Keith; son Bill, and brothers, Arthur Johnston, Howard Johnston and wife Bretha, Cecil Johnston, Fred Johnston and wife Mabel; sisters, Lola Wessell and husband Paul, Theta Walker and husband Marlin, May Doll and husband Albert, Violet Zehnder and husband Roy; brothers-in-law Kenneth Colson and wife Nannie, Lee Colson and wife Ruth, and sister-in-law Mary Colson. Survivors include her daughter Carolyn and husband Bill Kelsay, Urich; daughter-in-law Carolyne Colson of Deepwater; grandchildren, Kevin Colson and wife Beth, Montrose, Sherry Moore, Kansas City, Shanda Sander and husband Kevin, Independence, Michael Kelsay of Urich; great-grandchildren Dallas and Kelsay Sander of Independence, Emma and Jake Moore of Kansas City; brother-in-law Walter Colson of Tulare, California; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton April 8. Burial was in White Oak Cemetery near Urich.

COLSON, Mary Elinor PHELPS
1915-1999
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 14 2000 - Mary Elinor Phelps Colson, daughter of Jess B. and Birdie Warner Phelps, was born December 2, 1915, east of Appleton City. She died December 26, 1999, at the age of 83, after many years of heart problems, including open heart surgery in 1970 and a stroke in 1994. She attended White Hall grade school and graduated from Appleton City High School in 1934. Soon after graduation she worked in Kansas City for a short time. Leaving there she went to Idaho, then later to Nevada. In the spring of 1938 she moved to Tulare, California, to join her sister, Cleta Bernardi and her brother, Clarence Phelps. On September 16, 1938, she was united in marriage with Walter Murriel (Bill) Coalson. To this union one son, Donald, and one daughter, Janet, were born. She was a devoted mother and spent many hours working for the betterment of her family and the community where they lived. She was a charter member of the Palo Verde PTA in which she held many offices, including president. She helped to organize the Palo Verde 4-H Club, where she was a project leader and cooking instructor. She served on the Board of directors of the Palo Verde School for several years. She was a member of the First Methodist Church of Tulare. She was preceded in death by her mother, father, brother and sister. She is survived by her husband, Walter Murriel of the home; her son, Donald Colson; her daughter, Janet Kaiser, both of Tulare; three grandchildren, Craig Colson of Bakerfield, California, Chris Colson and Sheri Aillo, both of Tulare, and five great-grandchildren, Catlyn Samantha, Corina, Blake and Chase. Services were Thursday at Hamilton Peers Lorentzen Funeral Chapel, with burial in Tulare Cemetery.

COLSON, Roy Alexander
1861-1936
Lincoln Courier, Lincoln IL, Monday, Jan 20 1936 - Services for the late Roy A. Colson, 75, whose death occurred Saturday afternoon at the County Farm following a heart attack, will be held Tuesday afternoon from the First Christian Church and burial will be in Zion Cemetery. Mr. Colson was born at Nashville, Tenn. January 14, 1861, the son of Mr. And Mrs. James Colson. He was married in Clinton, Mo., in 1890 to Susanna Bixler, who survives. He came to Illinois in 1897 and resided on a farm near Atlanta until 1903 when he became a resident of Lincoln. Surviving are his wife and the following four children: Mrs. Bessie Shea, Lincoln; Russell Colson, Cincinnati, Ohio; Ralph Colson, Beason and Mrs. Edith Winklepeck, Bloomington. A daughter, Isabella, preceded him in death. He also leaves 11 grandchildren, four brothers and three sisters. The body will be taken this evening to the home of his daughter, Mrs. Shea, 322 Fourth St. from the Kerrigan Chapel.

COLSON, Walter Murrel "Bill"
1914-2010
Tulare Public Cemetery, Tulare, Tulare Co, CA
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 16 2010 - Walter "Bill" Murrel Colson of Tulare, California, died August 23, 2010, at the age of 95, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 19, 1914, in Montrose to Homer and Hallie Colson. Bill was the youngest and last survivor of four sons, Keith (Jack), Lee and Kenny. At the age of 22, he came to California with his future brother-in-law, C. P. Phelps, looking for work. Bill worked multiple jobs from flipping burgers to driving a beer truck and working at Dairyman's Creamery. On September 18, 1938, he married Mary Elinor Phelps. They moved to Richmond and Bill worked in the shipyards. After many short stays in Richmond and Sacramento, they finally settled down in Tulare. During those years, their son, Don, and daughter, Janet, were born. In 1948 he began a long career at Kings Country Truck Lines and was continuing to farm and buy property in Tulare. In 1960, son Don, also joined in the farm operation. Bill was active with his children in the United Methodist church and Palo Verde 4-H. He continued to drive a truck for 32 years until he retired from KCTL in 1980. Bill remained active in farming until his death. After retirement, he helped his grandkids and great-grandkids with their 4-H and FFA projects. Bill and Mary celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on September 18, 1998. After 61 years of marriage, Bill lost his beloved wife, Mary. He reluctantly moved to town in 2008 to live with his daughter Janet. He could be seen tearing around De Lago, Wal-Mart and Foods Co. with his electric scooter. Bill was a hardworking and caring man and Good Samaritan to anyone in need. Bill is survived by his son Don Colson and Sue Rowan of Tulare; daughter, Janet Kaiser of Tulare; grandson, Craig Colson and wife Kelly, Bakersfield; granddaughter, Sheri Aiello and Anthony Chavez of Tulare; grandson, Cris Colson and wife Lisa, Tulare; great-grandchildren, Catlyn, Cimantha, Corina, Blake, Chase and Makayla; great-great-granddaughter Taylor, and numerous nieces and nephews in California and Missouri. Area relatives incluce nieces Carolyn Kelsay and husband Bill, Urich, and Carolyne Colson, Montrose; nephews Kevin Colson and wife Beth, Montrose, and Michael Kelsay, Urich. Services were Friday, September 3, at Tulare United Methodist Church with burial following at Tulare District Cemetery.

COLSON, William Wayne
1933-1997
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Graveside services for William Wayne Colson, 64, who died Saturday, July 5, 1997, will be Tuesday, July 8, at the Montrose Cemetery. William Wayne Colson, son of Keith William and Margaret (Johnston) Colson, was born in Montrose, May 25, 1933. He lived in the Montrose area all of his life, except for the time that he served in the Army during the Korean War. He was employed by the Calhoun Hatchery for 19 years, and later worked as a diesel mechanic for the Tiona Truck Line and Clearfield Cheese Company in Clinton. He was married to Carolyne Dearston July 10, 1961, in Appleton City. He was a member of the Montrose VFW Post 8820. He was preceded in death by his father who died in 1983. He is survived by his wife Carolyne of the home; his son, Kevin Colson of Montrose; his mother Margaret Colson, and one sister, Carolyn Kelsay, both of Montrose.

COLT, James Bryant Col.
1829-1902
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Apr 26 1902 - In the death of Col. J. B. Colt, which occurred at 11 a.m. Monday, April 21, at his home on the south edge of Clinton, Henry County lost one of its very best and most respected citizens. He was a good and sincere man, kind, generous and courteous to everyone. As a businessman he had large ability and was unusually successful. His home was the place of hundreds of joyous gatherings and he spent his money freely to make people happy, making the world brighter and better to many people. He was nearing his fiftieth wedding anniversary and each day of the married life of Mr. and Mrs. Colt became sweeter, more tender and more sacred. He was born at Niagara Falls, New York and was 72 when he died. He was married in November 1852 at Lockport, New York to Mary Ann Morris, daughter of Thomas Morris. She was born and raised in England, coming to this country when she was a young lady. About three years after he was married, he moved to Iowa, returned to New York after a few years, then back to Iowa, remaining until the fall of 1866, when he came to Clinton. A short time later he moved west of Appleton City, engaging in sheep raising. About this time, active steps were taken toward building the MK&T Railroad. Mr. Colt returned to Clinton, took up a contract first in Pettis County, doing the work with a good profit. He took larger contracts in Henry for grading, constructing and finishing work. Other profitable contracts extended into Vernon County. Some time later he went to Kansas, taking quite a large contract on a railroad being built there. A few years later, he took an extensive contract in Texas, which was most successfully and profitably executed. About 22 years ago, he went to St. Louis, living in the city three years. During this time, he took a contract in Arkansas. It was a hurry piece of work and a Gould enterprise. To show his business and executive ability, his friends knew when the work was done, he and his three sons had made $60,000. His last railroad work was recently completed in Arkansas. For a time, Mr. Colt was engaged in the mercantile business in Clinton under the name of Colt & Smith. Both members of this firm are now dead, Charles Smith having died in Tennessee about one year ago. Mr. Colt built his first home on East Green Street. It was while he lived there that he bought a very large farm on the edge of St. Clair County, about five miles south of the town now of Deepwater. He made many improvements and lived on the place a part of three years. His beautiful home at the south limit of the city was built 19 years ago. This home, with the shrubbery, avenues of shade and ornamental trees, was one of the most attractive places in the state. Mr. Colt and his family have always been interested in beautifying the grounds about their home, adding to the ornamentation of town and country. All the tree planting from the Cotton place to and about the present home was done by Mr. Colt. He was interested in fruit growing and has on his place a large orchard. He was also fond of fine horses and raised and handled many fine animals. In 1892 he sold his homeplace to W.H. Smith, building across the street and a little farther out the present attractive home. The family consisted of eleven children, four daughters dying in early life and their son, John, who died two years ago, while just in the vigor of manhood. Three sons and three daughters survive - M.B. Colt of Alamosa, Colorado; W.A. Colt of Los Animas, Colorado; Edwin T. Colt of Clinton; Mrs. J.A. Reinhart of St. Louis; Mrs. W.C. Burk, Clinton; Mrs. H.F. Avery, Colorado Springs. Mr. Colt's fatal illness was paralysis, caused by a ruptured blood vessel in the brain. Very little hope for his recovery was entertained from the first. His last conscious moments and words were given to the companion of his life, calling her by name and saying that he knew her.

COLT, Morris B.
1855-1911
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Colorado Springs Gazette, Thursday, Oct 19 1911 - M.B. Colt Dies Suddenly - Funeral services of Morris B. Colt, who died yesterday morning at his home, 1006 North Wahsatch avenue, will be held from the family residence this morning at 10 o'clock, and at noon the body will be taken to his former home in Clinton, Mo., for interment. Mr. Colt was for many years chief clerk at the real estate offices of Yates & McClain, and had been in California forsome time in hopes of regaining his health. He returned to this city Tuesday night, and although it was known that he was very ill, his death was unexpected. Mr. Colt was a brother of Mrs. (Minnie) Avery, wife of Mayor Henry F. Avery. He is survived by his wife, mother and several other relatives. He had been a resident of this state for about 20 years, living in Alamosa for 17 years before removing here.

COLT, Mrs. Will
d: 1885
The Clinton Advocate, Clinton MO, Thursday, Feb 19 1885 - Mrs. Will Colt, after a short illness, died this morning of inflammation of the bowels. Her death was sudden and unexpected until a short time previous to her decease.

COLVERT, William Russell
1985-2010
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 20 2010 - William "Russell" Colvert, 25, Clinton, died Friday, August 13, 2010 at his home. Russell was born February 19, 1985 in Springfield, the son of Richard and Carla (Thomas) Colvert. He married Sherry Stevens on August 25, 2009 in Clinton. Russell most recently worked as a custodian for the State Fair Community College in Clinton. He enjoyed reading comic books and was an avid collector of comic books and comic paraphernalia. He is survived by his wife, Sherry Colvert of the home; his parents, Richard and Carla Colvert of Clinton; one sister, Amanda Lea Jones and her husband Bobby, Clinton; his maternal grandmother Olive Thomas of Carthage; his ex-brother-in-law Charles Robert Branscombe, five nieces, Jade, Kaydence, Kursten, Suryna and Sherry Ann, two nephews, Nick and Landon Russell; his best friend Lee Roy Fagan, and his beloved dog Trillian. His maternal grandfather, Clarke Thomas, and paternal grandmother Vesta Giboney, preceded him in death. Pursuant to the family's wishes, Russell will be cremated. Memorial service on Saturday, August 21, at Consalus Funeral Home.

COLVIN, Roy Delbert "R.D."
1942-2008
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 18 2008 - Roy Delbert (R.D.) Colvin, 65, died Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at Golden Living Center-Westwood in Clinton. He was born December 14, 1942, the son of Roy and Nola (Hooker) Colvin. He attended Urich Elementary School and graduated from Urich High School. Following graduation he moved to Kansas City, attended IBM School and worked for the Kansas City Board of Trade. He moved back to Urich after the death of his father and went to work for The Clinton Eye as an advertising manager where he worked many years. He also was employed at the North Inn of Urich. R.D. was a very involved, committed person. He was a member of the Urich Inter-Church Council, past president of the Urich Reunion. He was president of the Urich Bicentennial Committee, a member of the Urich Community Historical Society, alderman of the City of Urich, Urich mayor-protem and past president of the Urich Lions Club. He was a member of the Christian Disciples of Christ Church. Three nieces, Carla Crump and her husband Jerry, Clinton, Sandy Holste and her husband Jay, Springfield, and Reba Kedigh of Urich and several great-nieces and nephews survive him. Preceding him in death were his parents; two sisters, Ila Jeanne Shroder and Frances Gertrude Kedigh; one brother, Kevin Leroy Colvin; two nephews, Charles Leroy Kedigh and Randy Lee Shroder. Funeral services will be Saturday, April 19, at Consalus Funeral Home, Urich. Burial will be in White Oak Cemetery.

COLWELL, Charles A.
1917-1999
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton, MO - Charles A. Colwell, 81, Windsor, died Tuesday, April 27, 1999, at the Ellis Fischell Cancer Hospital in Columbia. Funeral services will be Sunday, May 2, at the Hadley Funeral Home in Windsor.

COLWELL, Ruth L. ADAMS
1912-2002
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 7 2002 - Ruth L. Colwell, 90, Windsor, died late Monday evening, March 4, 2002, at Windsor Health Care and Rehab Center in Windsor. She was born February 16, 1912, in Latham, Kansas, the daughter of Hervey Franklin Adams and Eva Mae (Adams) Adams. On March 13, 1945, in Brownwood, Texas, she married Charles A. Colwell, who died April 27 1999. Mrs. Colwell was a homemaker and a member of the Windsor United Methodist Church in Windsor. She is survived by a son, C. Tom Colwell, Calhoun; a daughter, Linda M. Scovner, Fredrick, Maryland; three grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; two brothers, Richard H. Adams, Warrensburg, and Eugene Adams, Phoenix, Arizona. Funeral services will be Friday, March 8, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery.

COLYNE, Kenneth Dean
1938-2020
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Kenneth D. Colyne, 82, of Windsor, Missouri, died Tuesday evening, July 21, 2020, at his home in Windsor. He was born June 17, 1938, in Russell, Iowa, the son of Lester Gilbert Colyne and Margaret Dorothy (Schumann) Colyne. On June 20, 1964, he married Kathleen Mary Siegel at the St. John United Church of Christ in Florence, Mo., and she survives of the home. He worked for Pipeliners Local Union 798 for over 50 years as a welder and fabricator, retiring in 2004. This work took him all over the United States and overseas. He also enjoyed working for local farmers on machinery when he was in Windsor between projects. He loved his family and especially enjoyed time with his grandchildren. In addition to his wife Kathy, survivors include a daughter, Sheri L. Hazelwood and her husband Mike, Clermont, Florida; a son, Cary Dean Colyne and his wife Josette, Greenwood, Mo.; 5 grandchildren, Sigrid Trujillo and her husband Eric, Madelynne Hazelwood, Olivia Hazelwood, Owen Kenneth Colyne, and Jack Jose Colyne; a sister, Doris J. Hollenbeck, Windsor, Mo.; several nephews; and several great-nephews and great-nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Connie J. Wallis, and a nephew.

COMBS, Cletis Laurel
1932-2005
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 28 2005 - Cletis Laurel Combs was born December 22, 1932, in Rover, Missouri, to Rohl and Ruby Combs. He was promoted to Glory November 15, 2005, at Magnolia Manor, Buena Vista, Georgia, at the age of 72 years, 10 months and 15 days, following a long illness. The family moved to Clinton when Cletis was a young lad. He attended schools in Henry County and Clinton High School. For a short time he was employed at Lindstrom Hatchery. At the age of 17, Cletis enlisted in the United States Army. He proudly served his country for about 22 years. He served in the Korean Conflict and two terms in Vietnam. While stationed in Okinawa, Cletis met and married the love of his life Masako (Susie) Gushiken. They celebrated 50 years together with their three children, Carol, Joann and Carl. After retiring from the military in 1971, Cletis and Susie and family settled in Columbus, Georgia. Cletis was employed by Goolsby's Service Station for several years. Then he worked for Victory Auto Parts as long as his health permitted. He had serious health challenges, but always had a smile and made the best of each day. Cletis was a member of Bethel Tabernacle, and attended as long as his health permitted. He loved the Lord, and enjoyed worshiping with his family. Cletis was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents and a nephew, Richard Wayne Sunderwirth. He is survived by h is loving wife Masako (Susie) of the home; two daughters, Carol Renfrow and Joann Page, Columbus; one son and daughter-in-law, Carl and Connie Combs, Columbus; five grandchildren, Joshua Renfrow, Zachary, Jordan and Rylee Combs, all of Columbus, and granddaughter Jessica and her husband John Sellers, Fort Bragg, North Carolina; one brother and sister-in-law Earl and Carolyn Combs, Appleton City; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Margaret and Jim Gipson, Freeman, and Neta Ruth and Richard Sunderwirth, Osceola. Several aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces and a host of friends also survive. Cletis is also survived by a brother-in-law and sister-in-law and nieces in Okinawa and other family members there. He will sadly missed by all who knew him. Memorial services were Friday, November 18, at the Main Post Cemetery, Ft. Benning, Georgia.

COMBS, Cora Bell DOSS
1886-1982
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Cora B. Combs, 96, died Tuesday, Dec 7, 1982, at Golden Valley Hospital. She was from the Calhoun area. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Naomi Mosley of Clinton; a son-in-law, Bill Chick of Windsor; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Mildred Combs of Clinton; and grandchildren, etc. Funeral services will be Friday at Calhoun Methodist Church with burial in the Calhoun Cemetery.

COMBS, Crawford
abt 1855-1885
Combs Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Advocate, Clinton MO, Thursday, Feb 19 1885 - Mr. Crawford Combs, aged 29 years, died this morning at 5 o'clock, at the residence of Mrs. Walton, of consumption. He will be buried tomorrow afternoon at the family burying ground, some 6 miles northeast of town.

COMBS, E. J.
1887-1977
E. J. Combs, Bristow, Oklahoma, died May 4 at the age of 90. He had been ill and in a nursing home for the past ten months. A native of Calhoun and former resident of Brownington, Mr. Combs was born April 6, 1887 and lived in Henry County until 1939 when he moved to Shawnee, Oklahoma. Later, he and his wife moved to Bristow, where he has lived for the past 18 years. Surviviors include his wife, Lelia, of the home; four children and eight grandchildren. The children include a daughter Doris McGuire of Tulsa; sons, Jack of Fresno, California, James William of Bodega California, and Miles of Caldwell, Idaho.

COMBS, Earl David
1922-2008
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 8 2008 - Earl David Combs, 86, Leesville, died Saturday, July 5, 2008, at Warrensburg Manor Care Center. Earl was born on April 7, 1922, in Clinton, the son of Merrll David Combs and Effie Rebecca "Davis" Combs. He married Shirley Lee Walker on April 5, 1957, in Windsor. He was a rancher and a farmer who raised his beloved family alone after his wife died. Surviving him are three daughters, Wandena Warner and husband, Terry, Clinton, Earlene Stanley and husband Alan, Lamonte, and Reta Shireman, Clinton; stepson Rodney Huff of Windsor; his twin sister, Pearl Sell of Clinton; his daughter-in-law, Loyce Huff, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Shirley; his brother William Fowler Combs; one sister-in-law Bertha Combs, and one brother-in-law, Cletis Sell. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 9, at Consalus Funeral Home.

COMBS, Elizabeth B. EWING
1829-1910
Combs Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Henry County Republican, Clinton MO, Thursday, Nov 3 1910 - Mrs. Elizabeth Ewing Combs died at the Combs family home north east of Clinton Oct 26 1910 of pneumonia. She was born in Scotland Co., March 6th 1829 and was married to William H. Combs in 1853. He died in 1893. There are three children living of this union; W. H. Combs, Mrs. C. D. Hutcherson and Mrs. W. H. Fryling, with whom she made her home. She was converted when young and united with the Baptist church and at her death held membership with Mt. Gilead church. Grandma Combs was an intelligent, consistent, faithful Christian. She is not only missed by the family circle, but the church has lost a devoted, sacrificing member, the community in which she lived a faithful and loyal friend. The law of kindness was on her tongue. Her loving hope and trust to God was a benediction to all who came in her presence. Though almost deprived of her hearing she was able to read her worn old Bible and take care of her flowers and often attend church, while she could not hear the words of the preacher, said she loved to be in the House of God. The Rev. T. F. Simmons, pastor delivered a touching tribute to her memory and the casket carried by her six grandsons was followed by a large crowd and tenderly laid in Combs cemetery, and while she is with us no more in body, her character and memory remains as a precious heritage to her family and friends.

COMBS, George W.
1820-1905
Clinton Missouri, Mar 25 1905 - Mrs. C. E. Haynes has received a letter form Boulder, Colorado, bearing the sad intelligence of the death of her aged father G. W. Combs, who died Sunday, March 12, of pneumonia. Born in Kentucky September 13, 1820 and was 85. His wife died 13 years ago. Mr. Combs made his home seven miles east of Clinton over 30 years and was respected by all. His only surviving brother Harvey, lives in the north part of the state, in Clark County. Six children who are left are: Hirm of Boulder; George of North Luke, Nebraska; Henry of Eaton, Kansas; Mrs. Haynes; Mesdames Lidia Whetstone and Allie Smith, near Boulder.

COMBS, George W.
abt 1839-1896
Combs Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Kansas City Journal, Kansas City, MO, Thursday, Jul 2 1896 - Sudden Call Of Death -- George W. Combs Expires While Seated in a Chair Talking to a Friend -- George W. Combs, an ex-Union soldier and member of Veteran Company A, died suddenly in a chair while conversing with a friend in the back yard of his house, 1673 Madison street, at 6:30 yesterday evening. Death was wholly without warning and came while Mr. Combs' companion was waiting for a reply to a question he had put to him. The seeming negligence in the reply caused the companion to look around and see Mr. Combs' head swing back, his legs become stiff and a slight rattle emanate from his throat. When Mr. Combs' wife and several friends ran to his side in answer to a summons from the yard, life was extinct. A physician was called but was unable to resuscitate the unfortunate man. In answer to a summons Coroner Bedford viewed the remains and decided that death was due to heart failure superinduced by neuralgic symptoms. The body will be held in state until Sunday, when it will be given burial with military honors by Veteran Company A, the service being in the Summit Street M. E. church. Mr. Combs was 57 years old and had lived in Kansas City two years, coming from Clinton, Mo., where he is well connected. He was born in Scotland county, Mo., and served during the war in Company C, Seventh Missouri Cavalry. He leaves a wife and three children, two daughters married and living in Oklahoma and Clinton respectively, and a son 18 years of age, who is employed at J. W. Jenkins & Sons music house in this city.

COMBS, L. A.
1876-1950
Clinton MO, Nov 9 1950 - Services Held for L. A. Combs - Funeral services for L. A. Combs were held Monday, Oct. 23, 1950, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, with his sons, Rev. Woodson Combs and Uel W. Combs, officiating. Death came on Oct. 20, 1950, at 9:45 a.m. after an illness of a week with toxic poisoning. Mr. Combs was born Dec. 25, 1876, at Calhoun. For many years he was a resident of the Mt. Gilead neighborhood where he attended the Mt. Gilead Baptist Church and was recognized as an outstanding Bible student. Since 1917, he has been living in Ponca City, Oklahoma, where he was active until his death as a stockman and real estate dealer. In 1897, he and Miss Audrey Knoles were married in Clinton and the following children survive; Rev. Woodson Combs, Latham, Illinois; Uel W. Combs, Fruita, California; above mentioned, Lane and Miss Ruby Combs of the home. Other survivors include two brothers, Merrell Combs, Clinton and E. J. Combs, Shawnee, Oklahoma; two sisters, Mrs. Ollie George, Calhoun, and Mrs. Willie Renser, Ft. Wayne, Ind., 9 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mr. and Mrs. L. H. George and son, Maynard, and Mr. and Mrs. Merrell Combs attended the services for this good man.

COMBS, Matilda E. HOPPER
1829-1906
Combs Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Henry County Republican, Clinton MO, Thursday, Aug 23 1906 - The remains of Matilda Combs, who died Saturday in Chicago, were brought to this city this afternoon and taken to the Combs cemetery, 9 miles east of here, for interment. Mrs. Combs was a pioneer of this country and was well known in this city. - The Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Aug 23 1906 - The remains of Mrs. Matilda Combs, an old time resident of Henry county, were brought here Monday for interment. Her death occurred in Chicago from heart trouble. Mrs. Combs was 77 years old. She came to Henry county with her husband in 1859 from Clark county, Mo. Her husband died shortly after the war. About 25 years ago she moved to Vernon county and then to Montana, where she had two daughters. Of late, she has lived with a son and daughter in Chicago. Funeral services were held in Tebo church, which was built on her old farm, and her remains were laid beside her husband in the Combs cemetery.

COMBS, Ray Moyer
1934-2007
Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 30 2007 - Ray Moyer Combs, 72, Leeton, died Tuesday, May 29, 2007, at his home. He was born June 28, 1934, in Deepwater, the son of Raymond Lee and Aline (Moyer) Combs. On May 16, 1953, he married Barbra Houston in Harrison, Arkansas. She survives of the home. He was a 1952 graduate of Calhoun High School and was a farmer all his life. He had also worked at Western Electric for 20 years, Lenger's Chevrolet in Warrensburg. International Harvester Equipment in Clinton, owned and operated the Combs Mobil Service Station in Calhoun and was tool manager for Power and Transportation at CMSU. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Leeton and had served as a trustee. Survivors include his wife Barbra of 54 years; daughter Terry Bond and her husband Terry, Warrensburg; six grandchildren, Tonya Perry of Windsor, Matthew Bond and wife Katie of Warrensburg, Tia Bond of Sedalia, Nicholas Buell of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, Nicole Buell and Aliyah Miller, both of Corpus Christi, Texas; three great-grandchildren, Jack Perry, Wyatt Perry and Zachary Bond, and sister Shirley Lewis and husband Kenneth. He was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter Karan Kay Miller, on February 6, 2003. Funeral services will be Friday, June 1, at the First Baptist Church of Leeton. Burial will be in Mineral Creek Cemetery.

COMER, Donald L.
1944-2005
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 22 2005 - Donald L. Comer, 60, Warrensburg, died Tuesday, June 21, 2005, at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City. He was born Sunday, December 31, 1944, in Excelsior, the son of Bernard Louis Comer and Mary Katherine Lampson Comer. He was a 1962 Shawnee-Mission North High School graduate and he also graduated from Finlay Engineering College, Kansas City, with an engineering degree. He served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War for three years. He worked for the G.S.A., Department of Defense, Department of Energy, Department of Atomic Energy and for the last 20 years he had been a local home builder. On November 19, 1966, in Nowata, Oklahoma, he married Pamela Atkins, who survives at their home. Also surviving are a daughter, Tawnya Conner and husband, Wes, Leeton; a son Bradley A. Comer and wife Michela P. Patterson, Warrensburg; five grandchildren, Sarah Comer, Ryan Kettenhofen, Colten Comer, Kaylee Conner and Dalton Conner; a sister, Mary Jo Doores, Osage Beach; three brothers, Bob Comer and wife Sandy, Versailles; Jim comer and wife Barbara, Versailles, Dave Comer and wife Barbara, Overland Park, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Lawrence Comer. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 24, at Williams Funeral Chapel in Warrensburg. Graveside services will follow at Hopewell Cemetery, Versailles.

COMER, Evelene Irene MINICH
1900-1927
Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Mar 11 1927 - Evelene Irene Comer was born September 25, 1900 and departed this life March 4, 1927, aged 26 years, 5 months and 7 days. She was united in marriage to John Comer May 22, 1917. To this union was born one baby daughter, Helen Irene, age 14 months. She was a faithful wife and good mother. For the past four years she and her husband had been in Colorado for her health. They returned a few weeks ago and for the past two weeks had been at the home of her parents at LaDue. When learning that she could not get well she expressed no regret nor fear of having to die, but was concerned about her baby daughter. She said she was ready to meet her Savior; that she was prepared to go, and trusting Jesus, she departed to her reward with the same comfort of the Psalmist David, who said: "Yea, though I walk thru the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for thou art with me; Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me." Besides her husband and daughter, she leaves to mourn their loss, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Minich; two brothers and three sisters - Mrs. Estel Martin, living northwest of Clinton; Mrs. Nick Layman, living near Montrose; Phillip, near LaDue; Charley and Mamie at home. One sister preceded her in death four years ago. Besides these she leaves many other relatives and a host of friends. She was converted at an early age, and united with the Baptist church of LaDue, at the age of 20. Funeral services were held at the LaDue Baptist church Saturday and interment was in the Bear Creek cemetery.

COMER, Henry Earl
1919-1924
Ladue Cemetery, Davis Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Aug 8 1924 - Earl Comer, little son of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Comer, of near LaDue, passed away at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, after a week's illness. He was 5 years, 10 months and 16 days old, and had been almost helpless since having an attack of flu when only about seven weeks old. Funeral services were conducted at the LaDue Baptist church Wednesday morning, and the remains were interred in the LaDue cemetery. The parents, two little sisters and brother have the sympathy of all in this time of sorrow.

COMER, James Vernon
1890-1959
Ladue Cemetery, Davis Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Tuesday, Dec 8 1959 - J.V. COMER BURIED DEC. 4 AT LADUE - Last rites for James Vernon Comer, 69, southwest of Clinton, who died Dec. 2, 1959 at Clinton General Hospital, were conducted at Vansant Funeral Home Dec. 4. Burial was in LaDue Cemetery. James Vernon Comer, the son of Henry and Rebecca Judy Comer, was born June 22, 1890, at Craig, Mo., where he resided until moving southwest of Clinton when 16 years of age. On Mar. 10, 1909, he married Clara Matter and the home was established in that vicinity where it remained except for several years east of Clinton. With the exception of a few years with the Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway, Mr. Comer had successfully farmed until retiring more than three years ago on account of illness. Last spring the Comers happily observed their Golden Wedding Anniversary, their children with them for the pleasant event. Mr. Comer continued to decline in health, and hospitalization was necessitated by a stroke to which he succumbed. He was a devoted husband and father, loyal and faithful to his friends, and one to whom others might turn in time of need. He leaves his wife of the home; three daughters, Mrs. Charles Raymond (Mabel) Stewart, Independence, Mo., Mrs. Buford (Frances) Lowe, Blue Springs, Mo., and Mrs. Rufus (Elnora) Massey, Clinton; two sons, Vernon and Roy, Clinton; three grandchildren, Roger and Steven Lowe and Patricia Sue Comer; two brothers, Emil, Concordia, Kan., and John, Olathe, Kan.; a number of other relatives and many friends. A son and a daughter preceded him in death.

COMER, Roy L.
1926-2003
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 25 2003 - Roy L. Comer was born September 9, 1926, in Clinton, son of James and Clara Matter Comer. He died Sunday, March 23, 2003, at Research Medical Center, Kansas City. He had lived most of his life in the Clinton area and retired from Osage Valley Electric Coop in 1986 after over 30 years. He was a member of the Elks Lodge. Preceding him in death were his wife, Eva; his parents, one brother, Vernon Comer, and one sister, Mabel Stewart. Survivors include his daughter, Patty O'Neal; one grandson, Brian O'Neal; one granddaughter, Christy O'Neal; one great-grandson, Ashton Riley, all of Clinton; two sisters, Elnora Massey and husband Rufus, Clinton, and Frances Lowe, Blue Springs, along with several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held March 26 at Consalus-Bradley Chapel. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

COMPTON, Charles Anthony "Tony"
1948-2012
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 31 2012 - Charles A. "Tony" Compton, 63, Clinton, died Sunday, April 22, 2012, at St. Luke's Hospital after a courageous battle against cancer over the past two years. Tony was born to Charlie H. and Josie Compton on April 25, 1948, in Springfield and was the older of two children. He was proud to have served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Conflict. Tony moved to Clinton in 1980 as manager and later co-owner of Golden Valley Tractor. He had a work ethic that was always above and beyond what was necessary and was actively managing the business until the time of his passing. He was a member of the Clinton Christian Church, the Gideons International, the Lions Club and the Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce. Tony was an avid outdoors enthusiast whose love for hunting and fishing was passed on to all his friends and family. Tony is survived by his wife, Avis Jo of the home; his mother, Josie Clayton and his sister, Charlene Cutbirth, both of Carrollton, Texas; three sons, Craig Compton of Kansas City, Chris Compton and wife, Kristie, and Chad Compton and wife, Stephanie, all of Clinton; five grandchildren, Jordyn Compton, Lane Compton, Nathan Compton, Railee Cmopton and Carissa Compton; as well as three sisters-in-law, Marti Ford and husband, Lynn, Topeka, Kansas, Julie Jones and companion, Gerald Speed, Weston, and Rita Bulejack and husband, Doug, Edwardsville, Kansas, and one brother-in-law, Bill Rittman of Kansas City. Memorial services were held Wednesday, April 25 at the Clinton Christian Church.

COMPTON, Delbert Earl
1917-2005
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 2 2005 - Delbert Earl Compton was born December 9, 1917 to Bessie and John Compton at College Mound, Missouri. He died Saturday, July 23, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. He grew up on a farm on Brush Creek in Randolph County. He and Emma Sue Terrill of Darksville, Missouri, were married March 11, 1938. To this union three children were born, James Donald (Jim) Compton, Griffin, Georgia, Carol Ann Pulse, Clinton and Jon Christopher Compton who was deceased at birth. Delbert is survived by his son Jim and wife Barbara; daughter Carol Ann and husband Dan; two granddaughters, Kelly and Allison Compton, Griffin, Georgia; three grandsons, Mike and wife Kim, Urich, Chris, Clinton, and Nick and wife Lisa, Del Rio, Texas; seven great-grandchildren, Amy Sue and Michael Erwin, Urich, Angie Gonzales and husband Armando, Garden City, Ashley and Victoria Erwin, Clinton, and Emilee and Alana Erwin, Del Rio, Texas. There are several step-grandchildren, Karen Goodwin and Keith and Tony Pulse of Knox City, Missouri; two step-great-grandsons, Kurt and Cody Goodwin, and three step-great-great-grandchildren, Katia and Mateo Gonzales and Cassidy Goodwin. He also has numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by one living sister, Evelyn Leathers of Macon; one brother Herbert Compton, Beivier, and one sister, Fern McCollum, Cairo, Missouri, preceded him in death. Delbert started as a driller with Sinclair Coal Company near Darksville in 1938-39. From driller, he advanced to a position as electrician. When Sinclair closed in 1953 after being purchased by Peabody Coal Company, Delbert was transferred to Peabody's mine near Montrose. Residence was in Montrose until purchasing a 410-acre farm, eight miles west of Clinton on Highway 18. They subsequently lived east of Butler, near Spruce, then Appleton City, and then to the present address in Clinton in 1976 where he lived at the time of his death. He retired from Peabody in 1979. Delbert loved to hunt and fish (sometimes catching two at a time). He had a passion for gardening and yard work and he loved to tinker, making unique craft items only he could come up with. He did this for his own satisfaction and gave away hundreds of items to friends and family. Most of all, he loved his family and doing things for and with them, especially his babies, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Most of all he loved his wife "Susie". She was always number one. He loved people and loved to visit about the old days and was knowledgeable about many and varied subjects. He was a prankster and loved nothing more than pulling practical jokes and pranks on his working buddies, family and friends. He was a very wise and gentle man and guided his family well from infancy into adulthood and beyond. He was a good Christian man, giving his life to Christ as a boy in a small church near College Mound. He was baptized in a nearby pond. He enjoyed going to church until his health prevented him from doing so and loved giving to the church. God was foremost in his life. His example to so many young people and h is family was in the way he lived his life. He was loved and will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Funeral services were held July 26 at Consalus Funeral Home. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

COMPTON, Edith Mae HILLIARD
1914-2007
Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 13 2007 - Edith Mae Compton, 92, Raytown, died February 21, 2007. She was born April 17, 1914, in Orrick, the daughter of Les and Jessie Mae Hilliard. She was married to Owen Compton and lived in Independence and Raytown the majority of her life. She attended William Jewell College and was involved in the Independence Junior Service League, P.E.O. Sisterhood, Kansas City Bridge Club, Kansas City Retrievers Club and a member of the Blue Ridge Blvd. United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Owen, and one son Kerry Compton. She is survived by one son Mike Compton, Clinton, and one granddaughter Kerry Hartzell, Lee's Summit. She will be missed by her family and many dear friends. Edith will always be remembered for her sense of humor, her strong spirit, her loving ways and her never ending zest for life. Funeral services were held at Floral Hills Chapel, Raytown, Monday, February 26. Interment was in the Floral Hills Cemetery, Raytown.

COMPTON, Emma Sue TERRILL
1918-2011
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 25 2011 - Emma "Sue" Compton, 92, of Clinton, died on Saturday, January 22, 2011, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. Sue was born on June 17, 1918, in Huntsville to parents William Hall and Viola (Scott) Terrill. She later married Delbert Compton and moved to Clinton. She loved her family and worked very hard to be the best homemaker she could be. Sue loved to go to garage sales and auctions. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. Sue was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and an infant son Jon Christopher Compton. Survivors include one daughter, Carol Pulse and husband Dan, Clinton; one son Jim Compton and wife Barbara, Peachtree City, Georgia; six grandchildren, Kelly and Allison Compton of Peachtree City, Georgia, Mike Erwin and wife Kim, Urich, Chris Erwin of Clinton, and Nick Erwin and wife Lisa, Wichita Falls, Teas; three step-grandchildren, Karen Goodwin and husband Terry, Keith Pulse and wife Laverne, and Tony Pulse and wife Rhonda, all of Knox City; also nine great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be conducted Wednesday, January 26, at Consalus Funeral Home, with burial following at Englewood Cemetery in Clinton.

COMPTON, Michael H.
1938-2011
Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Michael H. Compton, age 72 of Clinton, Missouri passed away Monday, January 31, 2011 at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri following a brief illness. Memorial services will be held at Saturday, February 5, 2011 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Mike's wishes were to be cremated. Mike was born December 17, 1938, the son of Owen and Edith Hilliard Compton. He grew up in Raytown, Missouri and graduated from Raytown High School. He graduated from William Jewell College in l963 where he was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity. He was also an assistant coach at William Jewell and his love of sports was lifelong. He honorably served in the United State Army. He was a small business owner and manufacturers' representative during his working years, and was a member of the National Association of Manufacturers. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge, No. 3667, Clinton. He was a lover of animals and nature. To vastly undersate the matter, Mike lived for duck hunting and was a member of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. You could not mention the name of any person he had not met or knew. Mike was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Kerry and his beloved wife, Sharon Marksberry Compton. He is survived by four cousins, Linda Jonson of Pineville, Louisiana, Jeffrey Compton of Spring Hill, Tennessee, Cindy Jackson of Franklin, Tennessee and Philip Compton of Florence, Alabama and a legion of friends.

COMPTON, Ward "Gene"
1933-2003
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 3 2003 - Ward "Gene" Compton, also known as Gene Woods, 69, Bella Vista, Arkansas, died Friday, February 28, 2003, at his home. He was born November 23, 1933, in Helena, Montana, to Ward Henry Compton and Ruth Lila (Molder) Compton. He served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He is survived by his wife, Barbara J. Compton, Bella Vista, Arkansas; his mother and stepfather, Ruth and Ab Woods, Lowry City; one son, Daniel Lee Compton, Kansas City; one daughter, Vicki Regene, Charlestown, South Carolina; one sister, Maxine Parker, Davenport, Iowa, and four grandchildren. A memorial service will be Saturday, March 8, at the Bella Vista Community Church.

COMSTOCK, Windy Lane
1961-2009
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 1 2009 - Wendy L. Comstock, 48, Clinton, died Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. Survivors include three daughters, Mandy Younce, Clinton, Cassie Rice, Ft. Scott, Kansas, and Nickki Stanley, Kansas City; her mother Barbara Maddux, Holden; three brothers, Craig Maddux, Kingsville, Michael Maddux, Pleasant Hill, and Samuel Maddux, Holden; a sister Melissa Robertson, Holden; and eleven grandchildren, April Younce, Robin Younce, Michael Younce, Casey Younce, Tracy Younce, Michael Rice, Autumn Rice, Thomas Savage, Devon Stanley, Emily Stanley, and Aailah Stanley.

CONDON, Elizabeth R. CONARD
1843-1902
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Sep 20 1902 - The death of Mrs. M. G. Condon occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Josie M. DeWitt in Soda Springs, Idaho September 11, at 6:30 p.m. She accompanied her husband on a visit to this daughter, leaving Clinton Saturday, June 13. Friends who bade her goodbye, remarked on the brightness of her face and her pleasure to visit her daughter and little baby girl, whom she had never seen. The next day after her arrival, she was ailing but being a delicate woman, her friends thought it was from the fatigue of the journey but after being up and down a number of days, she was overcome with the disease, which proved to be typhoid fever. She was tended night and day by her devoted husband and daughter and kind friends, who, altho strangers, were anxious to help but she had taken her last earthly journey and the husband had to lay all that remained of his cherished companion in a snow-white casket and bring the body home, where weeping children and friends tenderly bore them to the M.E. Church where Rev. Stewart spoke words of comfort. Two children reside here - Mrs. Minnie F. Thrush, near Alberta, and W. D. Condon, the only son, on the farm home seven miles east of Clinton. Her maiden name was Elizabeth R. Conard and she was born in Licking County, Ohio, August 22, 1843; married M. G. Condon in 1865 and in 1866 came to Henry County. The first two years were spent on a farm near Alberta, now owned by E. Goff, and since 1869, they have been in their present location. A much loved Christian woman. Her brothers and sisters are: Mrs. J. P. Ozias, Warrensburg; Mrs. C. A. Hill, Bellwood, Nebraska; Mrs. Mary Evans, Hartford, Ohio; Mrs. E. D. Burner, Homer, Nebraska; N. F. Conard, Dell, Benton County; D. M. Conard, Bellwood, Nebraska; William Conard, Everett, Washington; and Hamblin Conard, Utica, Ohio.

CONDON, M. G.
1843-1910
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Died, M. G. Condon, born of Christian parents near Homer, Ohio, Dec. 8, 1843 and died at Wesley Hospital in Kansas City September 29. Joined the army of the Cumberland at the age of 17. Married Elizabeth Conard in 1866; three children and nine grandchildren survive, also three brothers and four sisters in Ohio and Indiana. In the fall of '69, he moved to Henry county and was in the nursery business for years and was one of the foremost men in the work of horticulture in Henry County. Up to the time of his wife's death, he was engaged in stock raising and fruit growing. No one worthy was ever turned from his door without receiving aid. Burial in Englewood at sunset, by the side of his companion.

CONE, Robert M.
1912-2003
Pisgah Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 22 2003 - Robert M. Cone, 90, Magnolia, died Monday, January 20, 2003, at Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 25, at Williams Funeral Chapel in Holden. Burial will follow in the Pisgah Cemetery, north of Chilhowee.

CONNER, Wiley Houston Sr.
1927-1998
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 16 1998 - Wiley Houston Conner, Sr., 71, Urich, died Monday, April 6, 1998, at his home. Houston was born January 15, 1927, near Summersville, the son of Thomas Edward and Madoline Mae (Ritchey) Conner. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He retired from Quincy Research in 1992 and moved to the Urich community to be closer to his children and to enjoy his grandchildren. He is survived by his four children, Phil Balderas, Orost, California, Eileen Parks and husband Brian, Ballard, Wiley Conner and wife Darla, and Kenny Conner and wife, Toni, all of Urich; nine grandchildren, Leslie Neal, Brooke and Matthew Parks, Dustin, Coulter, Loren, Taylor and Bailey Conner and Adam Balderas; three sisters, Ruth Perez, Marysville, Kansas, Faye Jefferies, Moberly, and Bessie Conner, Clinton, and several nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother Jack Beril Conner; two sisters, Flossie Lovell and Nettie Mae Atchison. Funeral services were held April 11, at Consalus Chapel in Urich. Burial was in Urich Cemetery.

CONNORS, William John
1968-2014
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 22 2014 - William John Connors, 45, Clinton, died at his home on Monday, October 20, 2014. William was born on October 28, 1968, to William Alford Connors and Kathlene Ann "Baker" Connors of Scranton, Pennsylvania. After school, he went to work in the construction business. William never married, but loved and cherished his immediate and extended family. Survivors include his mother, Kathlene Brackett of the home; a brother, Michael Connors of the home; a sister, Tia Ragni from California, and a niece, Tamara Mapp of Clinton. Preceding William in death was his father. Following cremation, William's cremains will be sent back to Pennsylvania for a memorial service and inurnment.

CONOVER, Grace Edna BROWN DEARBORN
1915-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 18 2002 - Grace Edna Dearborn Conover, 87, Talent, Oregon, died Tuesday, December 10, 2002. Mrs. Conover was born January 30, 1915, in Bonanza to Cyrus B. and Ruby M. (Nichols) Brown. She married her first husband, Wes Dearborn in 1934 and they made their home in Langell Valley. He preceded her in death on November 4, 1969, and she married her second husband, B. F. "Connie" Conover in 1978 and they made their home in Talent. Survivors include her husband, B. F. "Connie" Conover of Talent, son Bill Dearborn of Portland; sons and daughters-in-law, Fred and Cheri Dearborn of Moline, Illinois, and Hank and Fran Dearborn of Klamath Falls; daughter and son-in-law Catherine and Harold Snyder of Lowry City; brother and sister-in-law, Frank and Alice Brown of Klamath Falls; sister-in-law, Edith Brown of Jordan Valley; grandchildren, Randy Dearborn, Wes Dearborn, Katie Dearborn, Angelo Dearborn, Kay Miller, Karen Minich, Diana Smith and Jim Synder; numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

CONRAD, Arnold Baynard
1903-1935
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Prominent Attorney of Montrose Killed - Arnold B. Conrad Met Death Instantly in Auto Accident on a Bad Curve and Hill Near Gerald, Mo., On Highway 50 - Arnold B. Conrad, prominent Montrose attorney, was killed almost instantly at 10:30 p.m. Friday, September 13, at a railroad underpass two miles east of Gerald, Mo., on highway 50. Mr. Conrad had an early morning appointment at Maplewood, Mo., a suburb of St. Louis, and left Montrose at 5 p.m., expecting to reach St. Louis that night. At the point where he was killed there is a bad curve and hill. He had apparently met two trucks, side-swiped the first and collided with the second truck which was hauling sugar. The car was completely demolished and Mr. Conrad's body was frightfully mangled, including the breaking of his left leg, arm, many ribs on the left side, and other injuries. His brother, Teddy Conrad, of Montrose, and Frank Lennartz, the mortician, left early the next morning and brought the body back to Montrose. Arnold Conrad was the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Nick Conrad. He was born in Montrose and would have been 32 years old had he lived until October 14. He was united in marriage nine years ago this coming October 16 to Miss Frances Arens. She survives with her little daughter, Elaine, who will be six in November. He also leaves his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Nick Conrad; his brother, Teddy, and sister, Mrs. Glenn Elliston. Arnold graduated from the Montrose high school, then attended Central College at Fayette. From the time he was 14 he read law in his father's office and was ready to be admitted to the bar 11 years ago before he was 21 but had to wait until he was of age. He was admitted to the bar in October, 1924. He was ever a student and enjoyed the best in literature, constantly reading history, poetry, and other high class literature. Mr. Conrad was Republican in politics and was county chairman of the Republican committee. He was the junior member of the law firm of Conrad & Son and had the advantage of associating with his father, Nick Conrad, who has served this county as prosecuting attorney and is also a prominent Republican. Arnold was courageous in carrying out his convictions. He served as special deputy commissioner of finance for the state of Missouri four years and assisted in the liquidation of the banks at Rockville, Schell City, and Spruce. Arnold Conrad was a member of the Presbyterian church and belonged to the Masonic lodge. The funeral was conducted at his home in Montrose Monday at 2 p.m. by Rev. Alonzo Patison, formerly of Montrose, now of Carthage. Masonic services were conducted at the Montrose cemetery. Among those who attended the funeral from Clinton were: O. C. Davis, Chas. Mitchell, Mrs. C. F. Price, Messrs. and Mesdames Ray Mills, Joe Price and Charles H. Williams. The bar was represented by Mark Wilson, Chas. Hassett, Henry F. Poague, and the Masonic lodge by Gene Brandenburg and Carter Canan.

CONRAD, Charles Howard
1916-1993
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Charles Howard Conrad was born December 6, 1916, in Osceola, the son of Kirbie and Mabel Webster Conrad. He died peacefully in his sleep on July 1, 1993, at his home in Clinton at the age of 76. He was drafted into the United States Military on August 11, 1942. He served in Hawaii and Okinawa. On November 22, 1944, he married Louise Swift. He continued his military service and was honorably discharged on January 11, 1946. In the early years of their marriage Charles and Louise made their home and farmed in northern Missouri near the community of Hatfield. They were blessed with two children, a daughter, Jean, and a son, Kirby. Later they moved to Harper where for 15 years they operated a general store. He was employed with the Hendrich Brothers Implement Company as a tractor mechanic for 26 years, retiring in 1979. After retirement he enjoyed gardening and fishing. He was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church and was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Louise, of the home; one daughter, Jean Collins of Independence; a son, Kirby Lee Conrad of Olathe, Kansas; one sister, Janet Darrow of California; four grandchildren, one great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by twin brothers, Kirby and Murray Conrad, and a sister, Neva Conrad Hall. Funeral services were Monday, July 5, 1993, at the Consalus Chapel in Clinton. Burial was in Memory Gardens Cemetery.

CONRAD, Elizabeth Margaret WOLFRUM GUENTHER
1829-1903
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Jul 11 1903 - Once again it is our sad duty to pen the lines that yet another good mother has been gathered into the Master's care. the subject of this sketch, Mrs. Elizabeth Margaret Conrad, was born in Bavaria, Germany Dec. 8, 1829; died Sunday, July 5, 1903, at 11 a.m. at her home in Montrose, with heart disease being 73. Her maiden name was Wolfram. She came to this country at the age of 12 and located with her parents in Cole county, this State. At an early age, she married Andrew Guenther, who was killed in 1861 in the Civil War. In 1866, she again married, to John Conrad, who died August 1886. Of these two unions, eight children were born, two dying in infancy; the six living ones being Mrs. Chas. Berneker, Andrew Guenther, Mrs. Fritz Datweiler, Mrs. Theresa Brownsberger, Nicholas Conrad and Albert Conrad, all being at her bedside in her last moments and doing all in their power to soothe the dying pillow of their loving mother. She was a member of the first Presbyterian Church. A noble wife, a wise and loving mother, always looking to the interest of her home, never neglecting home for anything. Oh, with what sadness, we say no more can we go to Grandma's. Besides her six children, she leaves 15 grandchildren. Many beautiful flowers were bestowed upon the coffin in kind remembrance of friends. She was laid to rest in the Montrose cemetery at the side of her husband.

CONRAD, Emma L.
1924-2000
Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 23 2000 - Emma L. Conrad, 76, Lowry City, died Friday evening, October 20, 2000, at her home. She was a homemaker. Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 24, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Burial will be in Lowry City Cemetery.

CONRAD, Gloria Luella PETERS
1911-1998
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Gloria Luella Peters Conrad, 87, formerly of Montrose and Butler, died at her home in Kansas Wednesday, October 14, 1998. She was born August 31, 1911, near Calhoun, to August H. Peters and Eva M. Dewitt Peters and was the youngest of five brothers and sisters who survived to adulthood. On June 11, 1931, she married Ted Conrad, an attorney in Montrose and they had one son. She was an active church member in the Montrose United Methodist Church, serving as a member of the Women's Society of Christian Service and in countless church functions and activities. During her husband's stint in World War II, she assisted her father-in-law in operating the Conrad & Son Insurance Company. She was also a founding member of the Carpe Diem Card Club in Montrose. She operated an antique business sin Montrose named Treasure Trove Antiques. In 1985 she and Ted moved to Butler where she was active in the Ohio Street United Methodist Church. She greatly enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, traveling and seeking, collecting and appreciating antique glass and china. She was preceded in death by her husband and two brothers, Eastman C. and Bill Peters, both of Calhoun, and her beloved older sister, Augusta Pratt of Appleton City and Montrose. She is survived by her son, Stuart W. Conrad and wife, Marti, Stilwell, Kansas; her sister, Hester Keifer of Grayville, Illinois; her grandson, Ted T. Conrad of Stilwell, and by the many nieces and nephews of several generations to whom she was affectionately known as "Aunt Jo". Funeral services were held Saturday, October 17, at the Underwood-Steinbeck Funeral Home in Butler. Burial was in Montrose Cemetery.

CONRAD, Herbert "Herbie"
1928-1993
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Herbert (Herbie) Conrad, 64, died at Troy, Mo. on April 14, 1993. He was the son of the late Carl and Osie Conrad. He spent his early life in Montrose where he graduated from high school in 1947. He was a veteran of the Korean War. He worked for the Layne Western Well Drillers for 40 years, from which he just retired in September 1992. He leaves his wife, Marlene, of the home; a daughter, Penny, and grandson, Jody; two sisters, Lois Conrad and Maxine Cooper, both of Independence. Services and burial were April 16 in Troy. He was a victim of cancer, having only known it for six weeks.

CONRAD, Juanita V.
1920-2003
Iconium Cemetery, Iconium, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 30 2003 - Juanita V. Conrad, 83, Clinton, died Tuesday, October 28, 2003, at St. Joseph Hospital, Kansas City. Funeral services will be Friday, October 31, at the First Christian Church, Clinton, with burial in Iconium Cemetery. Juanita was born in Wisdom. She was married to Kirby F. Conrad and he preceded her in death November 28, 1988. She was a member of the first Christian Church of Clinton. She is survived by one daughter, Lois Foster and husband Billy A.; two sons, Dewey Conrad and wife Darlene, and Larry Conrad and wife Paula; one sister, Leona Anderson; two sisters-in-law, Mary Rae Scott and Louise Conrad, all of Clinton, as well as 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

CONRAD, Murry
1912-1939
Concord Cemetery, Chalk Level Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Clinton MO - Murray Conrad died about 7:30 p.m. March 2, 1939, at the St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City where he had been taken the Friday before from the Clinton Community Clinic Hospital. Mr. Conrad became ill February 18 while in Clinton and was treated by a physician. That evening, as he was going with a neighbor, Claude Dean, to his home southeast of Clinton, he suffered another attack and was taken back to the hospital by Mr. Dean, where his ailment was thought to be encephalitis and everything possible was done but he remained unconscious most of the time. After he was taken to St. Luke's, he was believed to be better and his sudden death came as a shock. His twin brother, Kirby, accompanied him to the hospital and remained until the end. A post mortem examination revealed a burst blood vessel on the brain which had sealed over, probably preventing instant death. He was born October 15, 1912, in Kansas City, Kans., and moved with his parents two years later to near Chalk Level and Lowry City where he lived until 1931, then came to Henry County where he made his home with his sister, Mrs. Frank Hall, about two years, then started farming for himself. He is survived by his twin and sister above mentioned who lived near him; a sister, Mrs. Jennie Kinser, of Torrance, Calif.; brother Howard Conrad, of Troutdale, Ore.; his father, Kirby Conrad, Sr., near Lowry City, and his step-mother. Mr. Conrad was held in high esteem in his community for he was a progressive and industrious young farmer; a thrifty husbandman of his land and stock. He was a good neighbor, ever ready to help no matter what the task. He repaid with deep and lasting affection, the care his oldest sister, Mrs. Hall gave him after the death of their mother when he was seven. Private funeral services were conducted Saturday at the Wilkinson Funeral Chapel. Burial at Concord Cemetery, near Lowry City.

CONRAD, Ted
1909-1993
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ted Conrad, 83, Butler, former Henry County attorney, died Tuesday, February 9, 1993, at a hospital in Butler - Ted Conrad was born November 27, 1909, in Montrose to N. B. and Emma A. Conrad. He spent his entire professional life in Montrose in the practice of law as a member of the Missouri Bar for over 50 years, first with his father and brother, then in partnership with Vance Julian of Clinton, and then as a sole practitioner, until his retirement from the active practice of law in 1987. During that period he served terms as city attorney for Montrose, Appleton City, Rockville and Lowry City. He was an examining attorney for the St. Paul title insurance company. He operated the Conrad & Son Insurance Agency for many years in Montrose. He served as a school director and secretary of the Board of Education for the Montrose Public School system. He was a veteran of the Eighth Army Air Force in the Eighth Army Air Force in World War II and a member of the Montrose Post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He served for a number of years as a member of and chairman of the Official Board of the Montrose Methodist Church, was president of the Montrose Cemetery Association and of the Montrose Special Road District. He gave leadership as a volunteer for the Boy Scouts of America and served as Cub master and later as Scoutmaster of Troop 433 in Montrose. He was an Honorary Warrior in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. After retirement in 1987 he moved to Butler and was a member of the Ohio Street Methodist Church. He was a member of the Montrose and Butler Masonic Lodges, A.F. & A.M., a Noble of the Ararat Shrine and a member of the Bates County Shrine Club. He enjoyed playing golf with his son and grandson and enjoyed woodworking. He married Gloria Peters in 1932 and is survived by her, by one son, Stuart, an attorney, and his wife, Marti, living in Stilwell, Kansas, by one grandson, Teddy, by numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Funeral services were held Friday, February 12, 1993, at the Underwood-Steinbeck Funeral Home. Burial was in the Montrose Cemetery.

CONRAD, Temple Louise SWIFT
1925-2012
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 3 2012 - Temple Louise Conrad, 86, died Friday, March 30, 2012, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Clinton. She was born October 30, 1925, in Hatfield, the daughter of Owen Lee and Emma Myrtle (Hunsucker) Swift. She was married to Charles H. Conrad, who preceded her in death. Louise was a homemaker, caring for her husband and family. She was also a member of Northeast Baptist Church, where she was one of the two remaining founding members. Louise was preceded in death by her parents, Owen and Emma Swift; her husband, Charles Conrad, and her children, Jean Collins, Francis Lavern Swift, Irene Vincent and Lee Franklin Swift. She is survived by one son, Kirby Conrad, Kansas City; one son-in-law, James Collins of Clinton; five grandchildren, Kimberly Haverland and husband, Gary, Lowry City, James Collins of Independence, Emily Conrad, Alison Conrad and Kirby Kathryn Conrad, all of Kansas City, as well as two great-granddaughters, Tiffany Johnson and Samantha Malone, both of Clinton. Graveside services were held at Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery, Clinton, on Wednesday, April 4.

CONRAD, Walter E. "Junior"
1944-1998
Valley Center Cemetery, Butler Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 16 1998 - Walter E. (Junior) Conrad, 53, Lowry City, died Tuesday, April 14, 1998, on his farm near Lowry City of injuries received in a tractor accident. He was a farmer and electrician. He was a member of the Valley Center United Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife, Kathy, of the home; two daughters, Jami Clevenger of Columbia, and Lori Wingbermuehle of Cheyenne, Wyoming; his parents, Walter and Emma Conrad of Lowry City; his mother-in-law, Anna Shy of Lowry City; one brother, George Conrad and his wife, Juanita, of Deepwater. Funeral services will be Saturday, April 18, at the Valley Center United Church of Christ, rural Deepwater. Burial will be in the Valley Center Cemetery, near Deepwater.

CONRAD, Zachary Kirby
1976-2014
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 4 2014 - Zachary Kirby Conrad was born on June 23, 1976, in Clinton to Paula and Larry Conrad. He departed his earthly life on July 8, 2014, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, surrounded by his loving family. Zachary is survived by his parents, Paula and Larry Conrad; his sister, Kelly Clifton; his brother and sister-in-law, Patrick and Becky Conrad, and his children, Travis Conrad, and his mother Stacey Gregory, and Kaycee Conrad, and her mother, Angela Park. Also surviving are Zach's niece, Ashley Collins; nephews, Jacob and Dylan Conrad, Wyatt, Sam and Tyler Clifton; his aunt, Pam and uncle Dean Hargrave; his aunt Lois Foster; his aunt Darlene and uncle Dewey Conrad; his great-aunt Mary Rae Scott; his cousins, Jessica and Tony Jones, Carla and Dennis Davis, Bill and Cathy Foster, John Foster, Tom Foster, Paul and Lora Conrad, Clint and Sharon Conrad and Lori and Morgan Burch, as well as many extended family members and a host of friends. Zachary was preceded in death by his grandparents, Doris and Harper Hargrave, and Juanita and Kirby Conrad, and his uncle Billy Allen Foster. Zach was blessed to have grown up with all the kids of "Gouge-Eye" -- the Boans, the Simmons, the stewards, the Fosters and the Houks. Zach was one year old when he went on his first trail ride with the Gouge-Eye Ridge Riders. Zach attended Clinton Schools and graduated from CHS in 1994. He was a Boy Scout and a member of the Tribe of the Mic-O-Say. Zach loved the outdoors He spent many hours searching for arrowheads. He was a farmer at the time of his passing. Zachary had welcomed and accepted Jesus Christ into his life. He was a giving person. His final gift on this earth was the gift of life as an organ donor. A memorial service was held Saturday, July 19, at the Clinton Christian Church, Clinton.

CONSALUS, Eugene R. "Gene"
1927-2007
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Eugene R. "Gene" Consalus, 80, of Columbia, Mo., former longtime Clinton resident, died Thursday, May 24, 2007 at a Columbia hospital. He was born January 18, 1927 in Clinton to John Eugene Consalus and Mabel (Russell) Consalus. On June 9, 1950 he married the former Julia Ann Atkins in Clinton. She survives of the home. Gene began working with his father at the Consalus Funeral Home in 1948. He retired from the funeral home in 1994. Following retirement, Gene and Julie enjoyed traveling, spending winters in Arizona, and playing the saxophone in various bands. He was an elder of the First Presbyterian Church of Clinton; Past President of the Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce; Past President of the Clinton Rotary Club; Past President of the Kansas City Unit of the Airstream Travel Club; was a former board member of the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital and was President of Clinton United Way and the Clinton Camp Fire Council. Gene was a veteran of the United States Navy. Surviving are his wife, Julia Ann "Julie" Consalus of the home; a son John A. Consalus and his wife Liz of Springfield, Mo.; three daughters, Linda G. Sharp and her husband Mike of Simpsonville, South Carolina; Karen J. Price and her husband Ed of Sunrise Beach, Mo.; and Susan Miller and her husband Lewis of Boonville, Mo.; six grandchildren, and five nieces and nephews. Gene was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Betty Jane Consalus Honts in 1978. Memorial services will be Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at the First Presbyterian Church, Clinton. Private family burial will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, Mo.

CONSALUS, John L.
1833-1902
Mt. Zion Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, May 17 1902 - John L. Consalus died Monday, May 12, 1902 of dropsy of the heart, at his home on Jefferson Street in east Clinton. He had been ill since September 4, confined to his bed the past three months and tenderly cared for by his devoted wife. Born in Seneca, New York January 23, 1833. Married Miss Jane Walker in Brownington August 15, 1870. They lived there until a year ago, when they moved to Clinton. Their eldest son, Samuel, is a farmer near Brownington. The only daughter, Mrs. Hattie Miller, also resides near Brownington and the youngest son, Eugene, is a student in the Clinton public school. For a number of years, Mr. Consalus was in the mercantile business in Brownington, part of the time in partnership with William Sheldon. He was a member of the G.A.R. and a devoted Christian for the past 14 years. The funeral was conducted at the house Tuesday and the G.A.R.'s participated in the burial service.

CONSALUS, Laura Ella RICKETT
1878-1933
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Nov 30 1933 - Mrs. Laura Ella Consalus passed peacefully away at Mammoth Springs, Arkansas, Monday, Nov. 20, 1933, at 3 p.m. All her family and her brother, C. A. Rickett, Brownington, who had been like a father to her, were at her bedside at her death. She had been in ill health since last Dec. with heart trouble and a complication of diseases, and though she went to the hospital in West Plains about 6 weeks before her death, the best of medical attention could not aid her. Laura Ella Rickett, oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Rickett, was born at the old Rickett home in Brownington, Feb. 11, 1878. She lived here until she was 3 years old, but after her fathers death, her mother took the family and went to Danvers, Illinois, then to Lilly, Illinois, where they lived until Laura Ella Rickett was 17 years old. The family returned to Brownington then. Laura Ella Rickett and Sam Consalus were united in marriage Oct. 15, 1896, and they resided in Brownington about 8 years, then they went to Mammoth Springs. To this union were born 6 children, 5 of whom are still living: Mrs. George Head, Greenfield, Mo., Mrs. Reese Smith, Mammoth Springs, Arkansas, Mrs. Harold Mainprice, Thayer, Mo., John and Carl Consalus, of the home. Mrs. Consalus united with the Christian Church at Lilly, Illinois when she was 15 years old, and ever served her Savior after that. She was a good Christian woman, home-loving and gentle. Her Christian character set a fine example before her children. She loved flowers and their cultivation, and the many beautiful flowers at her funeral seemed to be symbolic of her life-sweet, and good, and beautiful. Besides her children, she is survived by her husband, Sam Consalus, three brothers, C. A. and John Rickett, of the old home place in Brownington, and Milton Rickett, Richdale, Canada, and sister, Mrs. C. D. Taylor, Brownington. She also leaves 7 grandchildren. Her body was brought to the old home Wednesday, Nov. 22, 1933, accompanied by her entire family. The funeral was conducted at the Christian Church in Brownington, Wednesday afternoon. She was laid to rest in the Maplewood Cemetery by the side of her little son, S. L.

CONSALUS, Samuel Landrow
1874-1940
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Thayer News, Thayer MO, Friday, Dec 27 1940 - Samuel L. Consalus was born in Henry County, Missouri, January 27, 1874, and departed this life at his home near Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, Sunday, December 22, 1940, aged 66 years, 10 months, 24 days. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Florence Consalus, two sons and three daughters. One daughter Mrs. Howard Mainprize, lives in east Thayer. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at the Church of Christ in Mammoth Spring, Ark., Rev. Lemmons conducting the services. The remains were taken to Brownington, Missouri, for burial.

CONSOLVER, Lloyd A. Jr.
1942-2011
Missouri Veterans Cemetery at Higginsville, Lafayette Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 29 2011 - Lloyd A. Consolver, jr. 68, Clinton, died at his home Monday, March 28, 2011. Graveside services and inurnment will be Monday, April 4, at the State Veterans Cemetery, Higginsville. Lloyd was a Pentecostal Church of God pastor with his membership at the Leeton Pentecostal Church of God. He was a Veteran of the Air Force serving in Vietnam and Korea. Survivors include his wife Johnnie of the home; sons, Lloyd W. Consolver, Sedalia, and Kenneth Consolver, St. Petersburg, Florida, and Steven Consolver, Clinton; daughter, Melisa Coyle, Sedalia; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother Jimmy Leong, Iowa city, Iowa, and sister, Jo Anne Cowman, Des Moines, Iowa.

CONSTABLE, Freddie Lee
1926-2005
Greer Cemetery, Post Oak Twp, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 16 2005 - Freddie Lee Constable, 79, Peoria, Illinois, died Saturday, August 13, 2005, at the Methodist Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois. He was born August 12, 1926, in New Canton, Illinois, the son of Floyd Robert constable and Dora Mae (Ellison) Constable. On August 12, 1949, in Pittsfield, Illinois, he married Etta Mae Ward, who survives of the home. He attended the New Canton schools in Illinois and was of the Christian faith. He was drafted in 1944 serving in the United States Army during World War II and transferred to the 1061st Engineer PCF. He reenlisted in the Air Force and was stationed in Manila, in the Philippines, receiving the Asiatic-Pacific Theater ribbon. In 11950 he worked on the Minneapolis and St. Louis Railroad, Peoria, later working on Chicago Northwestern Railroad as a carman-welder. He belonged to the Carmen Oilers Union, Independent Order of the foresters and the American Legion Limestone Post #979 in Bartonville, Illinois. In addition to his wife he is survived by a daughter Constance Louise Constable, Pekin, Illinois; a brother Floyd Robert Constable Jr., Exeter, Illinois; two sisters-in-law, Mary Jane Judd, Sedalia, Nellie Sue Warning, Overland Park, Kansas; brother-in-law John Henry Ward, Fulton, and a friend, Ralph Robert Breckenridge, Calhoun. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister Ruth Delores Constable Boyer Owens; two infant sisters, Goldie Lucille and Marie Ellen Constable; an infant brother Walter Edgar Constable. Graveside services will be Wednesday, August 17, at Greer Cemetery, rural Leeton.

CONWAY, Carl L.
1941-2002
ElDorado Springs Cemetery, ElDorado Springs, Cedar Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 9 2002 - Carl L. Conway, 61, Nevada, a conservation agent, died Saturday, December 7, 2002, at his home. Funeral services will be Tuesday, December 10, at Sheldon Funeral Home, ElDorado Springs. Burial will be in ElDorado Springs City Cemetery.

COOK, Angeline TRACEWELL
1852-1930
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Angeline Tracewell was born near Mascoutah, St. Clair county, Ill., February 19, 1852, and departed this life October 6, 1930. She was married to Joseph Cook on December 29, 1871, at Mascoutah, Ill. After eight years they moved to the farm four miles northeast of Clinton, where they lived for 40 years. Here her three children were born. Mrs. Agnes Galle, of Monroe, Wis.; Andrew J. Cook, of Kimbal, Kan.; Mrs. Lulu Cheatham, of Clinton. She was of a family of ten children, and so helped her parents in many ways children of today know nothing about. She helped her mother shear the sheep and spin and weave the wool into cloth. When she was 112 years of age, her father, who was a good knitter, taught her to knit, and many pairs of stockings and socks were made by her nimble fingers. She enjoyed tatting and made many beautiful pieces. She took much interest in sewing and did all her family's sewing until her girls grew up. She was a great flower lover, but the last few years her health would not permit her caring for them. The many bouquets brought her during her illness by thoughtful members of the Bible class and neighbors, gave her much pleasure. She was a great reader, never losing any time when not busy at her household duties, and even then when rushed, as farmers wives so often are, read while churning, with the old fashioned dasher churn. She enjoyed selecting the reading for herself and daughter to give at her clubs, and they always brought pleasure and profit to the members. She loved music and always insisted that her granddaughter practice much, and continue her studies, so as to become a talented musician. She was also much pleased when she knew that her grandson in Wisconsin was interested in music, and was taking lessons on slide trombone. She was devoted to her children, never tiring of doing things for their comfort and pleasure. She was kind, pleasant and true to her friends, and a real helpmate to her husband. When going to church or elsewhere, she wanted to be on time, helping everyone to get ready so that they might be prompt. She was a member of the Baptist church at one time, later placing her membership in the Presbyterian church of Clinton, remaining a member there many years. She had a strong constitution and was never sick a great deal until late years. Her health failing from over work, during the time that her husband was an invalid. He was stricken with paralysis while they were on the farm. She gave him patient unfailing care for 9 years. Last fall her granddaughter was ready for high school. She and Hazel planned to go to town, doing light housekeeping and be company for each other. They had been chums since Hazel's babyhood. a modern room was rented and furnished for them. Mrs. Cook looked forward with pleasure to the winter thinking it would be a change and rest from the work of the farm. But it was only a few short weeks until she suffered a slight stroke of paralysis. This, together with heart trouble and complications caused her to be a great sufferer for the past year, often having to obtain what rest she could sitting up, on account of her heart. She was lovingly cared for day and night by her daughter, Mrs. Cheatham, with whom she had made her home for the past 11 years, excepting 6 weeks, when her oldest daughter came and helped care for her in November and December of last year. Mrs. Cook leaves two daughters, Mrs. Agnes Galle, of Wisconsin, and Mrs. Ben Cheatham, east of Clinton; her son-in-law, Ben Cheatham, who was like a son to her; one son Andrew J. Cook; 4 grandchildren: Leone and Earl Galle, Paul Andrew Cook and Hazel Cheatham; two nephews, Jesse and Edd Tracewell, of Wellington, Kans., also a host of friends who are made sad. The funeral was held at the home of her daughter, October 8. Interment in Englewood.

COOK, Arthur
1874-1957
Ladue Cemetery, Davis Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Tuesday, Apr 9 1957 - SERVICES APR. 6 FOR ARTHUR COOK - Funeral services for Arthur Cook, 83, formerly of the Mt. Carmel community, who died at 6:00 p.m. Apr. 3, apparently of a heart attack, at his home four miles west of Huntingdale, were conducted Apr. 6, at the Schaberg Funeral Home. The granddaughters were flower bearers, and pallbearers were Joe Riddle, Harry Strelluf, William Lyons, Roy Warner, Paul Barnum and Frank Waring. Interment was in LaDue Cemetery. Arthur Cook was born Feb. 14, 1874, at the old Cook home near Cook's Mill in the Mt. Carmel community, eight miles west of Clinton, the youngest son of Jacob and Amelia Lambright Cook. In July of 1890 he married Fannie Hester Miller, daughter of John and Sarah Miller, also of the Mt. Carmel neighborhood. Six children blessed this union. In his early childhood he united with the Lutheran Church. The greater part of Mr. Cook's life was spent in the Mount Carmel community. Except for a few years in North Dakota and Michigan, Henry County had been his home. Mr. Cook was devoted to his family and took special pride in his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed his friends and was always pleased to be with them and serve them. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Florence Sanders, Detroit, Mich., Mrs. Lina Held, Sweet Home, Ore., and Mrs. Ada McGuire, Colorado Springs, Colo.; three sons, Isaac, Blairstown, Otis, St. Helens, Ore., and Otto, Grain Valley, Mo.; 17 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren; many other relatives and friends. Preceding him in death were three brothers, three sisters and a half-sister. The lifeless body of Mr. Cook was found about 7:00 p.m., Apr. 3, by his son, Isaac Cook. Acting on the request of Sheriff Lawrence Sartin, Dr. S.R. Hughes went to the scene as the acting coroner in the absence of the county coroner, Dr. W. D. Bradshaw.

COOK, Cecil Herman
1932-2005
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 10 2005 - Cecil Herman Cook, son of Steven and Loretta (Kaumans) Cook, was born August 3, 1932, in St. Louis. He departed this life at his home near Montrose, May 1, 2005, at 72 years of age. Mr. Cook served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict, being stationed in Alabama and Georgia. He was united in marriage to Alice Gengler October 17, 1953, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Montrose and to this union eight children were born. Cecil lived in Montrose most of his life, farming and working as a pit boss for Peabody Coal Company. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Montrose, the Knights of Columbus and the Elderbird Camping Club. Cecil enjoyed baseball and played until he was 60-years-old. He liked to camp and took pride in doing his best at whatever work he was doing. He loved his land and his farm, raising flowers and cutting wood. He had always wanted a log home, finally enjoying the last nine years of his life there. Preceding Cecil in death were his parents; one son, Paul, and a sister-in-law Wilma Cook. Survivors include his wife Alice Cook of the home; seven children, Debbie and husband Bill Vogel, Montrose, Patty Cook, Belton, Jeff Cook and wife Tammy, Appleton City, Phil Cook and wife Lisa, Marshall, Jenny and husband Mike Mitchell, Clinton, Chris Cook and wife Shannon, Montrose, and Bill Cook, Springfield; four brothers, Gene Cook and wife Darles, Jefferson City, Bob Cook and wife Ginny, Clinton, Ralph Cook, Independence, and Bill cook and wife Jeanette, Butler; 17 grandchildren, Chad and Mandy Vogel, Eric and Roxy Teeman, Jason Teeman, Dustin Teeman, Brittany Cook, Cassidy Cook, Cecil Cook, Melissa Cook, Seth Cook, Eric Kleva, Desiree' Desnoyers, Travis Mitchell, Angie Mitchell, Aaron Cook and Garret Cook, and three great-granddaughters, Paige Teeman, Brittany Teeman and Abby Vogel. Funeral Mass was held at Immaculate Conception Church, Montrose, at Thursday, May 5. Burial was in St. Mary's Cemetery, Montrose.

COOK, Charles Everett Rev.
1937-1992
Jefferson Barracks Cemetery, Lemay, St. Louis Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Rev. Charles Everett Cook, 54, went home to be with his Savior and Lord Thursday, May 28, 1992, at St. John's Mercy Hospital in St. Louis. He was born June 22, 1937, in Clinton to Howard and Helen (Wentworth) Cook. He attended school in Sedalia and Clinton and was a 1955 graduate of Clinton High School. In 1955 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and received an honorable discharge in 1958. It was during his duty aboard the USS Wasp that he accepted Jesus as his Savior and was baptized upon his return home at the First Baptist Church in Clinton. He was united in marriage to Patricia M. Skidmore on June 1, 1961, who preceded him in death in 1981. To this union three children were born, Sherri Cook White, Teresa Cook Jones and Brian A. Cook. He received his degree in theology in 1965 from the Baptist Bible College in Springfield. He pastored the Clinton Baptist Temple from 1965-67 and had pastorates in O'Fallon, Arnold and Ridgecrest. On August 6, 1983, he was united in marriage to Lydia Walker. Although no children were born to this union, Lydia became a wonderful loving mother to his son, Brian. For the past 25 years he had been employed by General Motors and was currently working at the Wentzville plant where he was a member of the UAW. Survivors include his wife, Lydia, of the home; two daughters, Sherri White and husband James of England, and Teresa Jones and husband David of Colorado Springs, Colorado; one son, Brian Allen Cook of the home; three stepsons, Billy Walker, Rich Walker and wife Brenda; two grandchildren; six step-grandchildren and one step-great-grandchild; four sisters, Gloria J. Johnson, Clinton, Virginia Edmondson, Independence, Ethel Snider and Angelia Byrum, Tightwad. He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard Cook in 1966 and Helen M. Cook in 1985. Funeral services were Monday, June 1, 1992, at the victory Baptist church in Ferguson where he was a member. Burial was in the Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery at St. Louis.

COOK, Charles M.
n/a-1909
Clinton MO - Charles M. Cook died at his home in Honolulu a short time ago with paralysis. He was one of the most influential citizens in the Hawaiian Islands, a multimillionaire and present of the Bank of Hawaii, which position his son Clarence now holds. His wife was at one time a resident of this city and Clinton people will remember her as the sister of Mrs. Col. DeLaVergne.

COOK, Clara Johanna FESSLER
1914-1993
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Clara Johanna Fessler Cook was born July 20, 1914, in Montrose, the daughter of Frank and Anna (Peoples) Fessler. She passed away April 3, 1993 at her home in Urich, at the age of 78. Clara was married to Ludger Cook and for many years they made their home on the farm south of Urich. Ludger preceded Clara in death March 20, 1975. For a number of years Clara worked for June Orr, making custom draperies along with being a housewife and mother. She was a very active person. Clara was a member of the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, the Holy Trinity Alter Society, Extension Club and the Hartwell Club. Clara was a long time resident of the Urich community, moving into Urich from the farm in 1992. She is survived by three sons, Elton Cook and Philip Cook, both of Urich, Roy Lee Cook, Kansas City; two sisters, Mary Brownsberger, Montrose, and Agnes Kalwei, Lee's Summit; nine grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers and four sisters. Funeral Mass was held April 6, 1993 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Montrose. Burial was in the St. Mary's Cemetery, Montrose.

COOK, Clem Howard
1929-2004
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 28 2004 - Clem Howard Cook died June 7, 2004, at Westwood Nursing Home. He was born July 24, 1929, in Montrose, the son of Clem Peter Cook and Anna Marie Schmedding Cook. Howard served in the United States Army for two years, 16 months of which were in Korea. He worked for Sinclair Coal Company engineers, A.C. Feed Mills, and Peabody Coal Company. Ill heath forced him to retire in 1987. Howard married Dorothy Hake, April 12, 1955. Six children blessed this union. He is survived by his wife of 49 years; daughters, Sandra, Sue Ellen and Joni Cook, all of Clinton; daughter Beverly and husband Bob Dennis, Raytown; son Dennis and wife Sonie of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and daughter Brenda of the home; one brother Elton Cook and wife Pat of Raytown; sisters Bernadine Leonard of Gladstone and Milly Middleton of Oak Grove, and two sisters-in-law, Sally Cook of Clinton and Margaret Cook of Butler. Howard had one granddaughter, Megan Cook; four step-granddaughters, Jamie Dennis and Melissa, Melinda and Mia Wear; one step-grandson Bobby Dennis, and one step-great-grandson Jaden Dennis. Preceding him in death were his parents; two brothers, Leroy and Donald Cook; two brothers-in-law, Wallace Leonard and Dale Middleton, and father-in-law Joe Hake. Funeral Mass was Friday, June 11. Pall bearers were nephews Roger Cook, Keith Cook, Kenny Cook, Jerry Cook, Glen Leonard and Doug Leonard. Attending in a body were the surviving classmates of the Montrose High School Class of 1947.

COOK, Clyde Duane
1933-1992
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Clyde Duane Cook was born Jan. 3, 1933, son of the late Clyde Cook and Eula Fern Cook Martin. He died Monday afternoon, June 29, 1992, in Westbrook, Maine, where he had gone to spend the summer. He was helping on a farm put hay in the barn loft. The other men were putting the hay on the conveyor belt and Duane was placing it in the loft. After they had finished and he didn't come down, they went to see about him and found he had passed away. Duane was born and reared northeast of Clinton in the Deer Creek community. He graduated from the Clinton High School and then served four years In the United States Air Force. The last two years of his duty was spent in Alaska. He is survived by two sons, Craig Cook of Milton, Ky., and Michael Cook of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; his mother, Mrs. Eula Fern Cook Martin of Clinton, and three grandchildren, Rachel Cook, Eric and Christopher Cook; a brother, Dale Cook of Lake Forest, California; nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Cremation. A private family service will be held at a later date.

COOK, Doris L. JAMES
1907-2001
St. Ludger Cemetery, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 19 2001 - Doris L., Cook, 94, Montrose, died Monday, September 17, 2001, at Appleton City Manor Nursing home. She is survived by four daughters, Velda Hanna, Holden, Dorothy Sutherland, Independence, Thelma Calvert, Kansas City and Lola Putthoff, Independence; two sons, Edward Cook, Lee's Summit, and Gerald Cook, Kansas City; one brother, Ralph James, South Dakota; one sister, Thelma Banks, Butler. Funeral services will be Thursday, September 20, at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, with burial in St. Ludger's Cemetery, Germantown.

COOK, Elizabeth "Libby" WENGER
1926-2009
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 14 2009 - Elizabeth "Libby" Cook, 83, of Clinton, Missouri died Monday, October 12, 2009 at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. She was born on April 10, 1926 in Grand Island, Nebraska, the daughter of Robert Wenger and Helen (Dill) Wenger. Libby was married to Sanborn D. (Sam) Cook on May 16, 1947. He preceded her in death on June 15, 1996. She was an elementary school teacher in Sabetha, Kansas, then in March of 1980, she and Sam started El Sambre Restaurant in Clinton. Most recently she was with the Clinton Hampton Inn, where she was “The Breakfast Hostess with the Mostest.” She was a devout Christian Scientist with an unshakable faith. She was a faithful and steadfast loving wife and partner of Sam. Surviving are three sons, Sam D. Cook and his wife Phyllis, Duluth, Minnesota, James R. "Jim" Cook and his wife Cindy, Leawood, Kansas, and Bill Cook, Kansas City, Mo.; a daughter Nancy Choquette and Stacy Wheeler, Kansas City, Mo.; eight grandchildren; a brother, Jim Wenger, Grand Island, Nebraska; and a sister-in-law, Winnie Hale, Parker, Colorado. Libby never knew a stranger and had legions of great friends whose days were brightened by her presence. She had a great life and made the world a better place. We'll miss her a lot. Funeral services will be Friday, October 16, 2009 at the Clinton United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, Mo.

COOK, Elton Charles
1932-2006
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 9 2006 - Elton Charles Cook, 73, Kansas City, died Monday, January 2, 2006. Mass of Christian Burial was Friday, January 6, at Saint Bernadette Catholic Church, Kansas City. Elton retired from the Missouri State Highway Transportation Department (MoDOT) and the City of Kansas City Transportation Department. He is survived by his wife Patricia Schallert Cook; his son, Jerry Cook and wife Sally Cook; his daughter Cynthia Cook, and his grandchildren Brian and Elizabeth Cook; two sisters, Bernadine Leonard and Milly Middleton, and three sisters-in-law, Sally, Margaret and Dorothy Cook. Services under the direction of Sheil Colonial Chapel.

COOK, Emmet F.
1924-1998
Calvary Cemetery, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Emmet F. Cook, 74, Sedalia, died Saturday, November 28, 1998, at Bothwell Regional Health Center. He was born September 18, 1924, in Germantown, the son of William and Clara Daldrep Cook. He was married April 12, 1948, to Regina E. Kalwei, who survives of the home. Mr. Cook was raised and educated in Germantown. He was a US Army veteran of World War II. He moved with his family to Sedalia in 1953. He worked at Sears as an appliance repairman for 36 years, retiring in 1984. During his retirement years, he enjoyed farming and cattle raising. He was an active member of St. Patrick's Catholic church and did volunteer work in many church related activities. He is survived by his wife, Regina E. Cook, of the home; three sons, Roger W. Cook, Sedalia, Darrel J. Cook, Raytown, and Vernon P. Cook, Parkville; one daughter, Joyce Woolery, Sedalia; two brothers, Estle Cook and Millard cook, both of butler; sisters, Luella Deibel, Denver, Colorado, Arlene Goth, Clinton; 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Harold Cook, and a sister, Leona White. Funeral services will be Tuesday, December 1, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.

COOK, Estle Anthony
1928-2006
St. Ludger Cemetery, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 14 2006 - Estle Anthony Cook, 78, Butler, died Wednesday, August 9, 2006, at his home in Butler. He was born February 17, 1928, to William Joseph and Clara M. Daldrup Cook in Germantown. He grew up in Germantown where he attended St. Ludger's Catholic School. On January 22, 1952, he married Loretta Boehler in Germantown. He was a farmer all his life, growing crops and raising cattle. In 1973 he moved from Germantown and made his home in the Ballard Community. He was a member of St. Ludger's Catholic Church in Germantown and attended St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Butler. He is survived by four sons, Donald Cook and wife Marsha, Clinton, Kenneth Cook and wife Cynthia, Dwayne Cook and wife Mary Jo, and Larry Cook and wife Lori, all of Butler, two daughters, Barbara Morgan and husband Larry, and Sharon McElwain and husband Bill, all of Butler; one brother, Millard Cook, Butler; two sisters, Luella Diebel of Denver, Colorado, and Arlene Goth and husband Ernie, Clinton; 14 grandchildren, Zachary Cook, Ashle Morgan Keefer and husband Kevin, Kyle and Nathan Morgan, Chris Cook and Crystal Cook Porter and husband Marvin, Clayton McElwain, Jacque McElwain Porter and husband Jesse, Dalton McElwain, Anthony Cook, Allison Cook Pugh and husband Cory, Rachel Cook Oates and husband Eric, Landon Cook and Angela Hammond (missing since 1991), and three great-grandchildren, Katelyn Keefer, Owen McElwain and Dakota Porter. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Loretta, in October 2003; two brothers, Harold and Emmett, and one sister Leona White. Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, August 12, at St. Ludger's Catholic Church in Germantown. Burial was in St. Ludger's Catholic Cemetery, Germantown.

COOK, Ethel Faye PHELPS
1894-1960
Ladue Cemetery, Davis Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Tuesday, Jul 12 1960 - MRS. ISAAC COOK BURIED AT LADUE - Funeral services for Mrs. Isaac Cook, 65, who died at 1:35 p.m., July 6, at Clinton General Hospital where she had been a patient since in May were conducted July 9, at Sickman and Dunning Funeral Home. Burial was in LaDue Cemetery in the Cook family lot. Ethel Faye Phelps was born Aug. 26, 1894, in Johnson County, near Chilhowee, the daughter of John and Almeda Adkins Phelps. She grew to womanhood in the community. On Mar. 5, 1947, she married Isaac Wesley Cook and they lived near Hartwell for a few years before moving about nine miles southeast Blairstown, the present home. She had been hospitalized for the past few weeks. She underwent surgery twice but failed to recover. She leaves her husband of the home; a brother, Jack, Warrensburg; nieces, nephews, a number of other relatives and friends.

COOK, Eugene William "Gene"
1926-2011
Resurrection Cemetery, Jefferson City, Cole Co, MO
Eugene "Gene" William Cook 84, of Jefferson City, passed away Friday March 4, 2011 at Capital Region Medical Center. He was born July 13, 1926 in Montrose, Mo. the son of the late Steven and Loretta(Kaumans) Cook. He was united in marriage on June 27, 1953, to Darles Robertson who resides at the home. Gene served in the United States Army, 4th Engineering Battalion during the Korean Conflict, 1950-1952. He was a salesman in Clinton, Springfield, Sedalia and efferson City. He was an active member of the Jaycee's in Clinton, the Optimist Club in Sedalia and Springfield, the Knights of Columbus in Sedalia, the J.C. Marriage Encounter in Jefferson City and the Knights of Columbus Bishop McAuliffe Council No 12992 at the Cathedral of St Joseph. Gene enjoyed traveling with friends, especially spending time at the family cabin at Branson. He was an avid do it yourselfer and a good neighbor, friend and story teller. He is survived by six children, Michael and wife Janine of Laurel Maryland, Kevin and wife Annette of Jefferson City, Kathy and husband Darrell Berendzen of Brazito Mo. Joe and wife Barbara of Columbia Mo. Becky and husband Mike Moody of Windermere Fl. Cindy and husband Todd Witziman of Springdale Ar. thirteen grandchildren, Cristin and Kyle Berendzen, Andy Cain, Jacqueline, Denis, Alan and Anna Cook, Michelle and Alex Moody, Kyle Witzigman, Nicole, Stephanie and Kevin Almora and eight great grandchildren. He is also survived by three brothers, Bob, Ralph, and Bill Cook. He was preceded in death by one brother, Cecil. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday March 7, 2011 at the Cathedral of St. Joseph. Interment with full military honors will follow in Resurrection Cemetery.

COOK, Everett John
1903-1949
Ladue Cemetery, Davis Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Feb 3 1949 - DIES IN SLEEP - The lifeless body of Everett John Cook, 46, was found Sunday morning by his mother, Mrs. Belle Cook, 215 West Henry St., when she went to his room to awaken him for breakfast. Death came sometime after 12:30 a.m. Sunday when he retired. He had apparently been in the best of health and never was known to have complained of any ailment. - He was born March 22, 1903, two miles north of Mt. Carmel, the son of James Stewart and Isabelle Jane Cook. He farmed with his father until the latter's death eight years ago. Two years later he and his mother moved to Clinton, where Mr. Cook, who was unmarried, had been a steady employee of the Stewart-Nattinger Concrete Products for five years. Mr. Cook never knew an enemy, he was well-liked and a friend to everyone. His first thoughts were always of his mother and never once did he neglect her welfare. Also surviving are sisters, Mrs. Everett Giesler, N. Washington St., and Mrs. Clarence Giesler of Brownington, brothers, Howard of Sedalia, Woodrow of Marshall and William of Kentucky. The funeral was Tuesday at the Sickman and Dunning Funeral Home. Burial was in the LaDue cemetery beside his father.

COOK, Francis I.
1930-1991
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Francis I. Cook, 61, Route 1, Seneca, died at 11:15 a.m., Tuesday, October 15, 1991 at St. John's Regional Medical Center, Joplin, after a long illness. Mr. Cook was born Oct. 3, 1930 at Hart, Mo. and had lived in the Seneca area most of his life. He was a self-employed roofer. He married Pauline Bingham July 8, 1949. She preceded him in death April 9, 1988. Survivors include one stepson, Richie Lucas in the Panama Canal Zone; three brothers, Vernon Cook, Seneca, Wayne Cook, Fairland, Ok., Cecil Cook, Germany; two sisters, Imogene Reynolds, Seneca, and Dora Geddings, Anderson, Mo.; a half-brother, Junior Harrington, Seneca; and a half-sister, Norma Massey, Fairland, Ok., and three step-grandchildren. Services will be Friday at the Assembly of God Church in Seneca. Graveside services will be Friday, at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Arrangements are under direction of Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home in Seneca.

COOK, Franklin Alexander
1886-1964
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO - Last rites for Franklin Alexander Cook, 77, of 547 South Carter, Clinton, who died March 7, at his home, will be conducted at Consalus Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 10. Interment will be in Englewood Cemetery. Mr. Cook was born June 16, 1886, near Bethany, Mo., the son of Harland and Luianda Justice Cook. His early boyhood was spent there the family later moving near Ford City. On Dec. 22, 1908, he married Miss Cora Etta McConnaughey at Nevada. They farmed at King City and Foster until coming to Clinton in 1930 when Mr. Cook opened a blacksmith shop, a thriving and popular trade in earlier days. He later moved his shop to the rear of his residence and continued blacksmithing and welding. Through all the years he made many good friends through his business contacts and though the automobile has taken the place of horses he still shoed horses until about three years ago. His friends enjoyed visits with him as he worked which in turn, delighted him. Mr. Cook was a kind and thoughtful neighbor always ready to help wherever needed. He was an avid sports fan which brought him much pleasure and he also took keep interest in current events. For several years he had been a member of the Allen Street Baptist Church and devoted much time to Bible reading. Mr. Cook had been ill only a short time. Besides his wife he leave three sons, Ira Clifton and Ruben Cook, Denver, Colo., Otis Cook, Nevada; three daughters, Mrs. Bill (Frances) Parscale, Mrs. Roy (Mattie) Labadie, Clinton, Mrs. J. B. (Juanita) Williams, St. Louis; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a brother, Walter, and two sisters, Miss Martha and Miss Flossie, the three of Maysville; many other relatives and friends. A son, Virgil, preceded him in death in 1934, also a brother George, and a sister, Ada.

COOK, Howard W.
1906-1966
Ladue Cemetery, Davis Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Aug 25 1966 - HOWARD COOK RITES TODAY, 3:00 P.M. - Howard W. Cook, 60, of 305 North Main Street, Clinton, died Aug. 23 at University of Missouri Medical Center, Columbia, where he had been a patient since Aug. 5. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, Aug. 25, at the Sickman and Dunning Chapel. Interment will be in the LaDue Cemetery. Howard W. Cook, son of Jim and Belle Lilly Cook was born April 14, 1906 at Clinton. He spent his entire life in this area. He was a farmer and later worked on the railroad and in construction work. He married Miss Helen Wentworth and five children were born to them. At the age of 18 he was converted and united with the Presbyterian Church. Surviving are his wife, of the home; four daughters, Mrs. Danny Lewis, Pleasant Hill, Mrs. Gloria Jean Johnson, Mason City, Ia., Ethel Lee and Angela of the home, a son the Rev. Charles E. Cook, Clinton; two brothers, William, Clinton, and Woodrow, Marshal, Mo.; and a sister, Mrs. Clarence Geisler, Lamar, Mo.

COOK, Irwin William
1922-2005
Fort Scott National Cemetery, Fort Scott, Bourbon Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 7 2005 - Irwin William Cook, 82, Fort Scott, Kansas, died Friday morning, March 4, 2005, at Mercy Health Center. He was born November 25, 1922, in Montrose, the son of John L. Cook and Caroline Greufe Cook. He married Margaret Lesmeister November 8, 1947. She died in 1963. He married Marjorie Karleskint Arnold June 10, 1967. He was retired following 30 years as shovel operator for the Peabody Coal Company. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the United States Army. He was a member of the Apostolic Pentecostal Church and a 40-year member of the United Mine Workers. Survivors include his wife Marjorie, of the home; three sons, Jerome "Jerry" Cook, Hurricane, West Virginia, Leland Cook, Annapolis, Maryland, and Marvin cook, Warrensburg; on daughter, Lois Crownover, Kansas City; three stepdaughters, Susan Cliffe, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Cynthia Hartner, Burlington, Kansas, and Diana Castillo, Marion, Iowa. Also surviving are two brothers, Joe Cook, Urich, and Paul Cook, Independence; nine grandchildren, eight step-grandchildren; one great-grandson and five step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by four brothers; two sisters and an infant son, Lewis John Cook. Funeral services were Monday in the Apostolic Pentecostal Church. Burial followed in U.S. National Cemetery.

COOK, Isabelle Jane "Belle" LILLA
1873-1957
Ladue Cemetery, Davis Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Tuesday, Feb 5 1957 - SERVICES JAN. 31 FOR MRS. COOK - Funeral services for Mrs. Belle Cook, 316 N. Washington, who died at her home about 7:00 a.m., Jan. 29, were held Jan. 31 at Sickman and Dunning Funeral Home. Mrs. Burial was in the LaDue Cemetery. Isabelle Jane Lilla was born at Humansville, Mo., the daughter of John and Elizabeth Glover Lilla. At the age of 10 she moved with her parents to Higginsville, Mo., where her father died about two years later. With her mother and the family she moved to Lawson, then to Lexington, and later to Excelsior Springs. They moved to Bates County when she was 19, and there her mother died in April of 1894. On Sept. 4, 1893, she married James Stewart Cook, a son of Jacob and Amelia Lambright Cook of the Mt. Carmel community. Twelve children were born to this union, a son, Harry, preceding her in death in October of 1906 at the age of 11. Her husband died Mar. 16, 1941. A year later she and her son, John, moved to Clinton to 213 West Henry where John died Jan. 31, 1949. For the past five years she had made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Ethel Giesler at 316 N. Washington. When a young girl she united with the Baptist Church at Lawson. She will be remembered as a devoted wife and mother. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Giesler, Clinton, and Mrs. Annabelle Geisler, Blairstown; three sons, Howard, 316 West Oak, William, 302 West Allen and Woodrow, Marshall, Mo.; 21 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Bertha Siple, Alberta, Canada and Mrs. Fannie Adderly, Chattanooga, Tenn., many other relatives and friends. Preceding her in death were a sister, Mrs. Ida Busse; a brother, George Lilla; and a half-sister, Mrs. Ella Davis of North Dakota.

COOK, James Emmett Jr.
1923-2003
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 8 2003 - James Emmett Cook, Jr. 80, Lebanon, died Saturday, September 6, 2003, at his home. He was born March 19, 1923, in Clinton, the son of James Cook Sr. and Nettie Nida Cook. He was retired from the Waynesville School District. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Imogene; one brother, Wallace, and one sister, Velma. He is survived by one daughter, Janet John of Lebanon; one son, Ralph and his wife, Sharron, Oak Bend; four grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be Wednesday, September 10, at Colonial Chapel, Lebanon.

COOK, James Walker "Jim"
1924-2008
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 14 2008 - James Walker "Jim" Cook, 83, Garden City, was born December 12, 1924 at Salisbury, the son of Harry Jasper and Bernice (Webb) Cook, and died Saturday, March 1, 2008, at his daughter's home. On May 21, 1970, Jim married Helen Virginia Mandl in Kansas City. He was employed as a butcher for Swift & Company Meat Processing, Kansas City, Kansas, until his retirement in 1973. Later he owned and operated a tavern in Urich and had previously owned and operated Idle Hour Bar in Kansas City from 1972-78. He was an Army Veteran of World War II. He was a member of the Garden City First Baptist Church and had served as a volunteer for the Veteran's Thrift Store. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter Shirley Sandusky in 2005, and a son James Walker Cook Jr. in 1957. He is survived by his wife Helen of the home; one daughter Loyce Stewart, Garden City; three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; one sister Betty Bates, Keytsville; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 5, at Dickey Funeral Home in Garden City.

COOK, John L.
1881-1963
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Friday, Jul 12 1963 - Last rites for John L. Cook, 81, Montrose, who died Wednesday, June 19, were conducted June 22, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. The Rosary was recited the previous evening at Sickman and Dunning Chapel. Pallbearers were grandsons, Joseph and Philip Putthoff, David and Kenneth Munsterman, Paul Tenholder and Tim Kalwei. Burial was in St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose. Mr. Cook, the son of Joseph II. and Mary Josephine Emcher Cook, was born Aug. 30, 1881. Two brothers and two sisters preceded him in death. He married Carolina Greufe on Nov. 20, 1906, to which union 10 children were born two of whom preceded him in death, Edmund, in infancy, and Lauretta, in November of l960. Mrs. Cook died in March of 1963. Mr, Cook retired from farming in 1948 and moved into Montrose. He leaves five sons, Bernard and Zeno, St. Louis; Joe, Urich,; Irwin, Clinton;, Paul, Kansas City: three daughters, Mrs, Ted (Alma) Tenholder, Mrs. Fred (Josephine) Munsterman, Mrs. Ben (Geneva) Kalwei, 44 grandchildren; 11 greatgrandchildren; a brother, Joe J. Cook, Kansas City; many other relatives and friends.

COOK, John Wallis
1916-1992
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - John Wallis Cook, 76, died at Baptist Medical Center, Tuesday, October 13, 1992. He was born May 24, 1916 the eldest child of James E. Cook and Nettie Ann Nida Cook. He made a profession of faith at age 12, and was baptized at First Baptist Church in Clinton. He has been a member of the Armour Heights Baptist Church since 1968. He served with the U.S. Army in Europe during World War II and after the war operated an electric business for several years in Clinton. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Clinton. He moved to Kansas City in 1951 and worked for General Motors, Remington arms and the Bendix Corp. He retired from Bendix in 1983 where he had worked for 27 years. Mr. Cook lived in Drexel from 1959 to 1968 when he returned to Kansas City. He moved to Parkville in 1987 where he resided until his death. Survivors include his wife, Agnes, and daughter Rosemary of the home; a son, James Edward Cook of Raytown; and a brother, James E. Cook, Lebanon. Funeral services will be Saturday, October 17, in the McBeth Chapel in Englewood Cemetery in Clinton.

COOK, Joseph Bryan "Joey"
2011-2011
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 8 2011 - Joseph "Joey" Bryan Cook was born June 25, 2011, in Kansas City, the son of Richard Bryan and Lauren Eileen (Ickes) Cook. He died on October 27, 2011, in Windsor, at the age of four months. He is survived by his parents, Richard and Lauren Cook, and sister, Claire Elizabeth Cook of the home; maternal grandparents, Linda Ickes of Lake Forest, California, and John Ickes of Modesto, California, and maternal great-grandfather, Billy Galyan of Lake Forest, California; paternal grandparents, Janet Crouch and husband Mark, Windsor, and Jim Cook and wife Jackie, Clinton; paternal great-grandparents Bob and Ginnie Cook of Clinton and Jim Houk of Deepwater and Karen Etters of Deepwater. Funeral Mass was held Monday, October 31, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Clinton. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

COOK, Joseph Thomas
1920-2007
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 15 2007 - Joseph Thomas Cook, 86, died Saturday, February 24, 2007, at Research Hospital in Kansas City. Joe was born December 29, 1920, at home in Henry County, son of John L. and Caroline Greufe Cook. He was one of nine children. and received form his parents the importance of Christian faith and personal integrity. He grew up on the family dairy farm three miles northwest of Germantown. He attended Maple Grove School (later known as St. Ludger's Catholic School) in Germantown, completing eight years. As a young adult he went to work for Elmer Bergschneider as a farm hand. The United States was plunged into World War II and Joe enlisted in the U.S. Army on the 8th of August 1942, and saw combat on D-Day in Normandy. He was wounded in action July 10, 1944, in Normandy and spent the next six months in an English hospital, once released he finished out the war working in the post office in England and later in France. Joe was discharged from the Army in April 1946. His decorations and citations included Purple Heart, Bronze Arrowhead Normandy, EAME Theatre Ribbon with one Bronze Star, Good Conduct Ribbon and American Theatre Ribbon. After returning home he picked back up where he'd left off, working for Elmer on the farm. Soon he was working for himself along with his new bride Julia Marie Munsterman Cook, married November 16, 1948. They lived southwest of Urich on the Stayton place. In 1954 he and Julia purchased the Walt Doll farm, where he spent the rest of his life dairying and raising his family. The union of Joe and Julia brought the blessing of five children, Kathryn, Evelyn, Marian, Joan and Joe Edd. In time the family grew to include eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, all gemstones in the crown of a man who appreciated his family as his one true treasure. He was a member of the Holy Trinity Catholic Church and the White Oak Township Road Board, serving as treasurer for both for many years. He was a 60-year member of Ingham-Morgan American Legion, Post 371 in Urich. He was preceded in death by his wife Julia; mother and father; four sisters, Alma Tenholder, Lauretta Putthoff, Josephine Cook, Geneva Kalwei; two brothers, Bernie and Zeno Cook. He is survived by his children, Kathryn Ann Hernandez and husband Mario, Honduras, Central America, Evelyn Marie Cooper and husband Paul, Independence, Marian Frances Cook of Overland Park, Kansas, Joan Bernadette Lindsey and husband Don, Liberty, Joseph Edward and wife Karen, Urich; eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday, February 28, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Burial was in St. Mary's Cemetery, north of Montrose.

COOK, Julia Marie MUNSTERMAN
1917-2000
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 12 2000 - Julia Marie Cook, 83, Urich, died Saturday, June 10, 2000, at Golden Valley Hospital. She is survived by her husband Joe T. Cook of the home; one son Joe E. Cook of Urich; four daughters, Kathryn Hernandez of Honduras, Evelyn Cooper of Independence, Marian Cook of Overland Park, Kansas, and Joan Lindsey of Liberty; three sisters, Dorothy Goth and Frances Munsterman, both of Montrose, and Margaret Cook of Butler; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was a wife, mother and homemaker. She was a member of the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Urich. Funeral mass will be held at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Urich, Tuesday. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery in Montrose.

COOK, LaVerne Kathleen BETTELS
1931-1999
Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Bates Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - LaVerne Kathleen Cook, 67, Butler, died Saturday, April 10, 1999, at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. Mass of Christian Burial ws April 13 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Butler. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Mrs. Cook grew up in Montrose. She attended Enterprise and Germantown grade schools, graduated from Montrose High School in 1949, and attended one term at Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg. On February 19, 1952, she married Millard Cook at St. Ludger's Catholic Church in Germantown. The Cooks made their home on a farm northeast of Butler in 1952 where they have since lived. She was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church and St. Patrick's Altar Sodality in Butler, Better Homes Club and a former member of the Enterprise Club in the Ballard Community. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Millard Cook, butler; five sons, David Cook and wife Debbie, Delbert Cook and wife Marcia and Gary Cook and wife Janie, all of Butler, Thomas Cook and wife Barbara, Lenexa, Kansas, and Michael Cook and wife Melissa, Rogers, Arkansas; two daughters, Marilyn Wheatley and husband Brady, Butler, and Judy Transue and husband, Kevin, Lenexa, Kansas; a brother, Willard Bettels and wife Maureen, Butler; two sisters, Angeline Lewis and husband Jack, Kansas City, and Carita Shoemaker and husband Don, Lee's Summit; 11 grandchildren, Janette Cook, Daniel Cook, Bryan Cook, Darren Cook, Valerie Wheatley, Matthew Wheatley, Katie Cook, Andy Cook, Emily Transue, Alex Cook and Alyssa Cook, and other relatives.

COOK, Leah D. "Cookie"
1912-2004
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 7 2004 - Leah D. "Cookie" Cook, 91, Windsor, died Sunday, January 4, 2004, at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City. She was born January 8, 1912, in Smithton, the daughter of John Isaac Cook and Christina Elizabeth (Schmidt) Cook. She was a registered nurse for the former Windsor Hospital, the nursing homes in Windsor and was a midwife for the Amish community in the Windsor area. She was a member of Windsor First Baptist Church. Survivors include a son, Billy cook, Mesquite, Texas; three daughters, Patty McGothlin, St. Joseph, Linda Porter, Avon Park, Florida, Sallie Cook, Windsor; six grandchildren; two sisters, Dollie Schwartz, Colorado Springs, Colorado, Camea Frick, Kansas City, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by eight brothers and sisters, and a son, William Joseph Cook, in 1982. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 8, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COOK, LeRoy Joseph
1917-2003
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 28 2003 - LeRoy Joseph Cook, 85, died Tuesday, March 18, 2003, at his home in Clinton. The son of Clem and Anna Schmedding Cook, LeRoy was born October 14, 1917, in Germantown. On May 25, 1944, he and Marcella (Sally) Sebade were married. To this union were born four children, Joyce, Roger, Karen and Keith. After returning to Missouri following World War II, LeRoy operated a farm southeast of Montrose from 1946 to 1950 and then bought a farm located six miles east of Montrose, living there for 38 years until retiring in 1988 and moving to Clinton. Leroy was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Donald, and one granddaughter, Cheryl Kay Swaters. He is survived by his wife Sally, of the home; two sons, Roger Cook and wife Virgilene, Clinton, and Keith and wife Kemmy, Montrose; two daughters, Joyce Swaters and husband Jim, Montrose, and Karen Volmer and husband Ronald, Pleasant Hill; two sisters, Bernadine Leonard, Kansas City, and Mildred Middleton, Oak Grove; two brothers, Howard Cook and wife Dorothy, Montrose, and Elton Cook and wife Pat, Raytown; one sister-in-law, Margaret Cook, Butler; as well as 12 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Leroy Cook was an active member of Immaculate conception Church in Montrose before attending Holy Rosary Church after moving to Clinton. He served as a church committeeman at Immaculate Conception, serve two terms on the Montrose School Board and also served on the Bear Creek Township Road Board for several years. For many years LeRoy and Sally were active square dancers, belonging to the clubs of Apple Dumplings, Bates County Squares, Golden Valley Squares and the Jacks of Better. Many also considered Leroy as an official member of the Hardee's coffee drinking club in Clinton. The funeral was held Saturday, March 22, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Clinton. Interment was in Clinton Memory Gardens.

COOK, Loretta Ellen BOEHLER
1929-2003
St. Ludger Cemetery, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 27 2003 - Loretta Ellen Cook, 74, Butler, died Saturday, October 25, 2003, at her home in rural Butler. She was born April 22, 1929, to Fred and Mary Gieselman Boehler in Urich. She graduated from Montrose High School in 1947. She worked at Bates County National Bank in Butler and at the time of her death was working at Community First Bank in Appleton City. She was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Butler. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Estle Cook of Butler; four sons, Donald Cook and wife, Marsha, Clinton, and Kenneth Cook and wife, Cynthia, Dwayne Cook and wife, Mary Jo, and Larry Cook and wife, Lori, all of Butler; two daughters, Barbara Morgan and husband, Larry and Sharon McElwain and husband, Bill, both of Butler; four brothers, Walter Boehler and wife, LaVerne, Montrose, John Boehler and wife, Amelia, Albuquerque, New Mexico, Leonard Boehler and wife, Mary, Weaubleau, and Harold Boehler and wife, Mildred, Butler; four sisters, Christina Goddard and husband, Francis, Kansas City, Marcella Hillerman and husband, Clarence, Independence, Roseanne Greufe and Clara Koch and husband, Matt, all of Montrose; 14 grandchildren, Zachary Cook, Ashley Morgan Keefer and husband, Kevin, Kyle and Nathan Morgan, Chris and Crystal Cook, Clayton McElwain and wife, Stacie, Jacque and Dalton McElwain, Anthony Cook, Allison, Rachel and Landon Cook and Angela Hammond (missing since 1991), and one great-granddaughter, Katelyn Keefer. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Henry Boehler, and infant brother. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, October 29, at St. Ludger's Catholic Church in Germantown. Burial will be in St. Ludger's Catholic Cemetery, Germantown.

COOK, Louise Agnes Caroline McMILLIAN
1919-1994
Stones Chapel Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Louise Agnes Caroline Cook was born in Clinton on February 19, 1919, to Deola Cleveland and Agnes Warner McMillian. She entered into rest to be with her saviour on January 12, 1994 at Golden Valley Hospital. On February 20, 1952, she and William W. Cook were married in Clinton. She lived her entire life in Clinton. she worked as a nurses aide for several years at the former Jolley Nursing Home. She was a life long member of the Clinton Christian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, on son, John, two sisters, Luedna Wentworth and Bettie Painter, and one brother, Deola M. McMillian. Survivors include one brother, Edwin P. McMillian of Grandview; a daughter, Bettie Lu Anspaugh of Clinton; a son, Orval Wesley Cook of Jacksonville, Florida; three grandchildren, Lena Cook, Ralph W. Cook and April Hawkins, all of Clinton, also several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were January 15, 1994 at the Christian Church. Burial was in Stones Chapel Cemetery.

COOK, Mamie Elfreada DALDRUP
1906-1997
St. Ludger Cemetery, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mamie F. Cook, 91, died Sunday, November 2, 1997, at Appleton City Manor Nursing Home. She was born May 11, 1906, in Montrose, the daughter of Ferdinand and Anna (Schussler) Daldrup. She spent most of her life in the Germantown area on the family farm, moving to Appleton City for her last nine years. She was married to Jerome H. Cook October 23, 1928. she was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Montrose where she belonged to the altar Society. She loved flowers. She loved being outdoors and was so dedicated to the needs of her church that she started the Perpetual Care fund for St. Ludger's Cemetery. She financially supported the cemetery fund as well as spent many hours working to maintain its appearance. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; three brothers, Bill, Doc, and Joe Daldrup; four sisters, Elizabeth Greufe, Clara Cook, Dora Oswald and Dena Rotert. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Montrose Thursday, November 6, 11 a.m. Officiant will be Father bob Stone. The rosary will be said at the church Wednesday at 7 p.m. Burial will be in St. Ludger's Cemetery in Germantown.

COOK, Marcella May "Sally" SEBADE
1920-2010
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 17 2010 - Marcella May "Sally" Cook, daughter of Edward and Goldie Marie (Frey) Sebade, was born May 29, 1920 in Emerson, Nebraska. She departed this life at Ellett Memorial Hospital in Appleton City, Missouri March 11, 2010 at 89 years of age. Sally was born and raised in Nebraska. Sally and LeRoy J. Cook were united in marriage May 25, 1944 while he was home on leave. He was stationed in Fairbanks, Alaska during World War II and they later lived in Great Falls, Montana. Sally and LeRoy moved to rural Montrose, Missouri soon after LeRoy’s discharge from the service and they had remained on the family farm until 1988 at which time they moved to Clinton, Missouri. Sally attended Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Montrose for many years and later Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Clinton, Missouri. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, gardening and caring for her flowers. She also loved square dancing and had been a member of the Bates County Star Squares, Apple Dumplings, Jacks R Better and Golen Valley Squares dance clubs. Preceding Sally in death were her husband LeRoy; a granddaughter Cheryl Swaters, two sisters, Betty Vosteen and Laurene Lueth; and one brother Ervin Sebade. Survivors include her four children: Joyce Swaters and husband Jim of Montrose, Missouri, Roger Cook and wife Virgie of Clinton, Missouri, Karen Volmer and husband Ron of Pleasant Hill, Missouri and Keith Cook and wife Kemmy of Montrose, Missouri; one sister Mollianne Larson and husband Erwin of Emerson, Nebraska; and four sisters-in-law, Lulene Sebade of Emerson, Nebraska, Margaret Cook of Butler, Missouri, Dorothy Cook of Clinton, Missouri and Pat Cook of Raytown, Missouri; twelve grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Funeral mass was at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Clinton, on Monday, March 15. Interment was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery, Clinton.

COOK, Margaret J. MUNSTERMAN
1923-2014
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 11 2014 - Margaret J. Cook, 91 Butler, died December 9, 2014, at Adrian Manor in Adrian. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, December 12, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Butler. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Montrose. Margaret J. (Munsterman) Cook was born November 12, 1923, in Montrose to Joseph and Barbara Munsterman. She married Donald Cook on January 7, 1947, and to this union seven children were born. Margaret worked three years selling Amway. She was a seamstress for over five years anti would often take on many sewing projects long past those five years. She worked 19 years part-time at the Butler Grade School cafeteria. She was a full-time wife and mother aside from all those occupations. Margaret had many interests and hobbies. She pieced quilts, gardened, often canning over 500 quarts a season. She loved to make baked goods not only for family, but also to give to friends and acquaintances. She loved to play cards with family and friends, drink coffee and socialize with friends. She also liked to read for pleasure and she prayed daily for well over an hour. She was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church and an active member for many years in the Women's Altar Society, where she served as president for two years. She organized and managed many social events and activities for the church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Barbara Munsterman, her loving husband Donald Cook, and a grandson, Donald Cook. She leaves her three sons, Ronald Cook of Chilhowee, Earl Cook and wife, Tommy, Concordia, and Kenneth Cook and wife, Sheree, Adrian; four daughters, Carol Hartline and husband, Terry, Lamar, Elaine Schraml and husband, Wayne, Harrisonville, Diane Taranto and husband, Joe, Belton, and Charlene Blacksher and husband, Todd, Springfield; 16 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, four sisters-in-law and a host of nieces and nephews.

COOK, Marie MUNDAY
1907-1979
Clinton MO - Marie Munday Cook was born in Henry County and passed away May 15 in Brisbane, Calif. She had undergone open heart surgery the day before. The parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. S. Munday, owned and operated the Wal C. Bronaugh farm. Marie attended the Bronaugh rural school and graduated from the Clinton High School Class of 1923 with her brother, Harold. She was married to Howard Cook (Doc), a neighbor boy. They were parents of two daughters, Carolyn and Martha. Howard met an accidental death when the daughters were pre-schoolers. Marie was employed by Pan-Am Airways until retirement. Survivors living in California are the daughters, also a brother, Harold Mundy of San Francisco, Calif. (Note: L. S. Munday is Lemuel S. Munday.)

COOK, Marilyn Sue THOMAS
1944-2003
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 14 2003 - Marilyn Sue Cook, 58, Montrose, died Sunday, March 9, 2003, in Clinton. Marilyn was born, raised and made her home in Montrose. She was the daughter of Howard Slocum and Nellie Viola (Sullivan) Thomas. After marrying in 1964 she spent her time as a homemaker, devoting her life to raising her two sons. In 1988 Marilyn began working at Zenith Fireworks in Clinton. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Montrose. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her and those who were touched by her loving and caring personality. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Willard and Glen Thomas. Survivors include her two sons, Barry Cook and wife Thea, Kansas City, and Ryan Cook and wife Kelly, Harrisonville; four brothers, Floyd and Ward Thomas, both of Independence, Marvin Thomas of Lee's Summit, Dennis Thomas, Blue Springs; two sisters, Donna Pratt, Shawnee, Kansas, and Evelyn Huke, Lee's Summit; one granddaughter, Jessica Althouse, Montrose; three grandsons, Joshua Rupprecht and Carson Cook, both of Kansas City, and Dakota Wise, Harrisonville; 12 nephews, five nieces and many great-nephews and nieces. Funeral services were held at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, on Wednesday, March 12. Burial was in Appleton City Cemetery.

COOK, Martha Temple TOMPKINS BURRISS
1907-1997
Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Martha Temple Burriss Cook died Wednesday, April 23, 1997, at Sterling Heights Care Center in Lawrence, Kansas. She was born March 3, 1907, in Fayette, the daughter of LeRoy and Temple Gray Tompkins. She lived in Kansas City and Sugar Creek before coming to Clinton. She was married to Myron C. Burriss, who preceded her in death in 1983. Later she married Steve Cook, who preceded her in death in 1994. For a number of years she was a teacher in the Shawnee Mound School District. Mrs. Cook was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton and the church women's group. She is survived by two daughters, Bessie Ruth Crim, Seattle, Washington, and Bettie L. Bunch, Lawrence, Kansas; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 26, at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg.

COOK, Mildred Virginia YOUNG
1920-2002
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 20 2002 - Mildred Virginia Young Cook was born August 12, 1920, at Finey, daughter of Walter A. and Elsie Holland Young. She died March 8, 2002, at her home. She spent her early years at Finey and later the family moved to Deepwater where she attended and graduated from high school. Mildred united with Finey Baptist Church and later moved her letter to Holiday, Kansas. She spent most of her life in the Kansas City area, working at a defense plant during the war years and later being employed by both Western and Tension Envelope Companies. In August 1998 she moved to Clinton after the death of her younger sister, Charlotte. Charlotte and her family had been a very important part of her life in Kansas City. Mildred enjoyed her years in Clinton, especially liked going to the senior center where she made many new friends. She was a devoted daughter, a loving sister and also an indulgent aunt to her many nieces and nephews. She could always be counted on for those special Christmas presents, maybe a two-gun holster or engineer boots with a place for a knife on the side. On many Easters, much to the consternation of parents, live bunnies and chicks were often gifts. After purchasing a new Mustang, she delighted her nieces and nephews by letting them drive it around Deepwater. Mildred was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Ralph H. Young, Walter A. Young, and one sister, Charlotte Lesmeister. She is survived by two sisters, Doris Wittig, Deepwater, Martha Bunch, Red Lodge, Montana, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held March 11, at Consalus Chapel-Clinton. Burial was in Deepwater Cemetery.

COOK, Patricia Louise
1955-2006
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 5 2006 - Patricia Louise Cook, 50, Montrose, daughter of Cecil H. and Alice M. (Gengler) Cook, was born in Appleton City, October 11, 1955. She died at her home near Montrose Tuesday, October 3, 2006. Funeral services will be Friday, October 6, at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, with burial in St. Mary's Cemetery, Montrose. She attended St. Mary's School in Montrose and graduated from Montrose High School. She was preceded in death by her father Cecil H. Cook, and an infant brother Paul Cook. Survivors include her three sons, Eric Teeman and wife Roxy, Raytown, Jason Teeman of Kansas City and Dustin Teeman of Kansas City; two granddaughters, Paige and Brittney Teeman; her mother Alice Cook, Montrose; her six siblings, Debbie and husband Bill Vogel, Montrose, Jeff cook and wife Tammy, Appleton City, Phil Cook and wife Lisa, Marshall, Jenny and husband Mike Mitchell, Clinton, Chris Cook and wife Shannon, Montrose, and Bill Cook of Springfield.

COOK, Paul Kenneth
1925-1998
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Paul Kenneth Cook, 72, Montrose, son of Claude and Cecil (Robinson) Cook, was born March 13, 1925, in Viola, Arkansas, and died Saturday, January 17, 1998, at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. He lived in Kansas City, Kansas, most of his life. He had moved to Appleton City in 1990 and they moved to Montrose in May 1997. He was a truck driver for most of his life, except for six years which he spent working with his father-in-law, Paul E. Oswald, on his farm. He married Ruth O'Hara February 7, 1987, in Newkirk, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife, Ruth A. Cook of the home; one son, Kenneth Cook and wife, Lucy, of Lee's summit; one daughter, Barbara Kelley and husband Timothy of Kansas City, Kansas; two stepsons, Robert Johnson Jr. of Wood River, Oregon, and Lawrence David Johnson of Kansas City, Kansas; one brother, Emmett Cook of Phoenix, Arizona; two sisters, Anna Pearl Renfrow of Willow Springs, and Ruby Steed of Thayer; 11 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, Wednesday, January 21. Burial will be in Montrose Cemetery.

COOK, Vernon Joseph
1967-2010
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 3 2011 - Vernon Joseph Cook, 43, son of Norman J. and Jacquelyn B. (Schussler) Cook, was born February 1, 1967, in Clinton. He departed this life December 28, 2010, at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City. Vernon liked hunting, especially deer, and also fishing and camping. He enjoyed being outdoors and had worked several years helping local farmers. He had also worked for Mott's Meat Company in Rockville. He was good at woodworking and liked making projects from barn wood. He was talented at refinishing and repairing wooden items. Vernon enjoyed watching comedy shows and was always quick with a joke. He was a good cook and created his own recipes and new dishes for others to try. Preceding Vernon in death was his father, Norman. He is survived by his mother, Jackie Cook of Montrose; his six sisters and one brother, Vicki and husband Doug Strope, Belton, Cheryl and husband Kyle Parks, Cowgill, Janet and husband Russell Bracher, Carla and husband Kim Eye, Carolyn and husband Kent Hart, all of Montrose, Jamie Cook and wife Sheri, Eagle Rock, and Colleen and husband B. C. LeDoux, Las Vegas, Nevada, and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass was held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Montrose on Friday, December 31. Burial was in St. Mary's Cemetery, Montrose.

COOK, William Frederick
1898-1974
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Jul 4 1974 - William Frederick Cook was born in Stillwater, Minnesota March 14, 1898. He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith at an early age. He was united in marriage to Lydia Barchenger of Long Prairie, Minn. and from this union there are four surviving children; Mrs. Leo (Betty) Blevins, Mrs. James (Carol) Wallace, Warren F. Cook and Gerald J. Cook. There are 21 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Herb Cook, of Colorado and sister, Molly Thoele of Florida. He was a resident of Henry County since 1953. Funeral services were June 14 at the Vansant Funeral Home. Burial was in Englewood.

COOK, William M. "Bill"
1935-2012
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 10 2012 - William "Bill" Cook, 76, Montrose, died Sunday, January 8, 2012, at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. He was born July 11, 1935 to Stephen and Loretta Kaumans Cook in Montrose. Bill, one of five boys, attended St. Mary's Catholic School and graduated from Montrose High School. On November 30, 1957, he was married to Jeanette Ann Shelton and to this union a son was born. Bill worked at several places including Heiman Elevator, Co-Op Elevator and LeNeve TV and Appliance. As his health declined, he began repairing appliances at home. After his retirement, Bill and Jeanette traveled to Branson on several occasions. Other places they traveled included Kansas, Pikes Peak, Colorado, Northern Iowa and Minnesota. On one trip to Branson, they went to Big Joe's Polka Show and were on television and then later saw themselves dancing on TV. Bill also camped out a lot in Warsaw and he loved to cook outside. He would always help Jeanette cook at big family gatherings. Bill liked listening to country music. In the last several years, Bill's health deteriorated and he made his home at Medica-lodge Nursing Facility. Jeanette would visit him nearly every day. She frequently ate dinner with him, which he greatly enjoyed. Bill is survived by his wife, Jeanette Ann Cook of Montrose; one son Richard "Rick" Cook and wife Martha, Appleton City; two brothers, Robert cook and wife Virginia, Clinton, and Ralph Cook of Independence; two grandchildren, Daniel and Lindsey Cook; three sisters-in-law, Darles Cook, Alice Cook and Lavonne Singer; and numerous nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Eugene and Cecil; one brother-in-law, Bill Singer, and a sister-in-law, Wilma Cook. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, January 11, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Montrose. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Montrose.

COOKE, Pauline Ruth
1921-1995
Clear Creek Baptist Cemetery, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Pauline Ruth Cooke, 73, died Wednesday, March 15, 1995, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born near Lincoln on October 22, 1921, the daughter of Alex and Ethyl Jenkins Cooke. She grew up in Benton County and was employed as an office manager for the US Industrial Chemical Company, later known as Quantum Chemical Company, living in Louisville, Kentucky, and Kansas City, retiring in the early 1980s after over 25 years of service. She was a member of the Clear Creek Baptist Church near Lincoln. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Carl Cooke, and one sister, Audrey Cooke. She is survived by several cousins and many friends. Funeral services were Saturday, March 18, at Davis-Miller Funeral Chapel, Lincoln. Burial was in Clear Creek Cemetery, Lincoln.

COOLEY, Marion Charlene RHODELANDER BAKER
1937-2010
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 28 2010 - Marion Charlene Cooley, 73, of Harrisonville, died Sunday, December 26, 2010 at Cass Regional Medical Center, Harrisonville. Charlene was born August 26, 1937 in Plad, MO to Marion "Charlie" Columbus and Fannie Mae (Medley) Rhodelander. Charlene grew up in Plad and graduated from Wendyville school. On October 2, 1956 she was united in marriage to Ralph C. Baker. The family lived in San Diego, CA before moving to Kansas City in 1961. On April 2, 1979 Charlene married Paul E Cooley in Miami, OK and they lived in Harrisonville until moving to Kansas City, KS in 1982. In 1996 they returned to Harrisonville. Charlene worked in the commercial printing business for 50 plus years and was a life member of the Order of Eastern Star, Chapter 142 Belton. Charlene was preceded in death by an infant son Billy Ranual, her parents in 1988, her husband, Paul on April 24, 2010 and her daughter Marian Lynn on June 9, 2010, sisters, Sharon Enright and Pamalee Taylor and one brother, Donald Rhodelander. She is survived by three sons, Jerry Baker and wife, Pam of Buckner, MO, Rick Baker of Harrisonville and Cody Cooley of Lane, KS; two daughters, Kelly Harrelson and husband, Jim of Clinton, and Shelly Carver and husband, Russell of Freeman; two brothers, Sanford Rhodelander of AZ and Dewey Rhodelander of Galt; two sisters, Freida Reed of Bolivar and Sheila Ridenhour of Springfield; an aunt, Wilma Tosatto of Independence; 16 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at the Atkinson Chapel, Harrisonville with burial in Oakland Cemetery, Harrisonville.

COOLEY, Mildred RENNER RUFENACHT
1917-2009
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 13 2009 - Mildred Renner Rufenacht Cooley was born July 19, 1917, in Shawnee, Kansas, the daughter of George and Esther (Hanson) Renner, and died Monday, August 10, 2009, in Arlington, Texas. She graduated from Shawnee Mission North High School in 1935. On October 30, 1944, she married Howard Oscar Rufenacht, who preceded her in death in 1981. Mildred was a wonderful wife, sister, mother and friend to many people. They raised their only child, Carole, in Jefferson City, Missouri. After Howard's retirement from his job as a government auditor, they settled in Clinton. They spent their winter months in a retirement village in Tucson, Arizona. Howard and Mildred enjoyed having friends over to play bridge. Howard taught Mildred to play golf and she spent many happy hours beating everyone she challenged on the golf course. At 7 5, she achieved a hole-in-one in Tucson on the course that is the home of the Tucson Open. After Howard's death, Mildred married Dr. Robert Cooley, who preceded her in death in July 2006. They enjoyed traveling and her marriage to Bob blessed her with three stepchildren and their families. She is survived by her daughter, Carole Ann Dingle and husband Lee, Arlington; two sisters, Dorothy Mae McNatt of Laurie and Eleanor Agnes Trager of Olathe, Kansas; two grandsons, Kevin Carlson and wife Ashley, Colleyville, and Scott Carlson of Manchaca; step-grandchildren, Sara Pugh and husband Dennis, Alison Barksdale and husband Jason, and Jeremy Dingle and wife Crystal, all of Arlington, as well as two great-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday, August 15, at the Clinton United Methodist Church. Burial will be in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

COOLEY, Robert W. "Bob"
1917-2005
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 1 2005 - Robert "Bob" Cooley was born in Philadelphia, PA, February 11, 1917. His family moved to Springfield, Ohio, when he was two years old, and he grew up in that city. He was preceded in death by his parents and older brother. Bob attended Ohio Wesleyan University, 1935-1939, and graduated with a degree in Business Administration. In the following years he worked for an insurance company, two construction companies, a logging company and a communications company. Two of those years he lived in Bogota, Colombia, as a local manager of an engineering company. He served in the U.S. Army 1945-1946. In 1946 he began a career in teaching as an English teacher for the McKenzie River Schools in western Oregon and continued there till 1956. During this time he received a grant from the Ford Foundation for a year of graduate work at Yale University. In 1956 Bob and h is family moved to California where he taught secondary English and served as a guidance counselor for the Palo Alto Unified School District, retiring in 1977. He met Margery Ferguson of Shaker Heights, Ohio, in their freshman year at Ohio Wesleyan. They were married in 1940, and were the parents of three children, Robert Ferguson Cooley, Kathleen Carroll and Ann McClintock. Bob loved to read and to travel. In addition to two years in South America, he lived in London for many months, was on sabbatical in Europe, traveled in every European country west of the Iron Curtain. He loved Canada and the Canadians. Bob much enjoyed being around boats, and fishing. He was a competent and creative silversmith and a painter in oils. He and Margery were enthusiastic trailer people and traveled widely in Canada and the United States. In 1979 they began spending their winters in a travel trailer park in Tucson, Arizona, summers in California. Margery died in Tucson, in January of 1983. In 11984 Bob met Mildred Renner Rufenacht who, like himself, spent winters in Tucson. She lived in Clinton, Missouri, summers; after their marriage in 1984 Bob moved there with her for the summers. bob was a member of many organizations. He was an Eagle Scout and loved camping. He was a member of the Palo Alto, California, City Council 1963-11968, and took pride in his work there. He was a member of the AF&AM Masonic Lodge of Clinton and the Ararat Shrine of Kansas City. He much enjoyed his membership in the Sunrise Optimist Club of Clinton and the Clinton Country Club for its golf. He was a member of the United Methodist Church of Clinton. For many years he was columnist for the Clinton Daily Democrat and wrote "Bob Cooley's Meanderings", which left few topics untouched. He was also the author of four books: "The Meanderings of Bob Cooley" (a collection of the newspaper columns), and two novels, "North-Northwest" and "Walk Softly Into Danger". His final publication was "The Youthful Years of Orin Everit". He is survived by his wife Mildred; three children, five grandchildren and many friends.

COONCE, Velma Ludwig DARTER
1917-2007
Wills Cemetery, Peculiar, Cass Co, MO
Peculiar MO - Velma Benjamin Ludwig Coonce, of Overland Park, Kansas, was born March 6, 1917 in Welch, Oklahoma, the daughter of Frank David and Bessie May (Green) Darter. She departed this life Monday, July 16, 2007, at Garden Terrace of Overland Park at the age of 90 years, 4 months and 10 days. On September 9, 1944, Velma was united in marriage to Ivan LeRoy Benjamin. Later she was united in marriage to Cecil Ludwig on September 12, 1973 and then to Roy Coonce on January 13, 1983. Velma was a homemaker. She was a member of Noland Road Baptist Church, Independence, Missouri and the Order of Eastern Star Josepha Chapter 63 and Past Worthy Commander of True Kindred both of Kansas City, Missouri. Velma enjoyed flowers, making crafts, quilting and cooking. She had lived in Kansas City, Garden City and Independence, Missouri before moving to Overland Park in 2003. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her three husbands, Ivan Benjamin on November 16, 1967, Cecil Ludwig on December 13, 1980 and Roy Coonce on January 23, 1991; a brother, Donald Darter and two sisters, Vera Kissee and Hazel Hupperfelt. She is survived by a daughter, Judy Benjamin, Merriam, Kansas; a stepdaughter, Joan Warnock and husband, David, Granada Hills, California; two sisters, Betty Baldwin, Manassas, Virginia and Dorothy McMillian, Miami, Oklahoma; nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. A Celebration of Life Service was held Thursday, July 19, 2007 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri with burial in the Wills Cemetery near Peculiar, Missouri.

COONES, Ardath Irene ROLES
1899-1998
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ardath Irene Coones of Clinton died Sunday, March 1, 1998, at Bothwell Hospital in Sedalia at the age of 98 years, three months and 29 days. She was born November 2, 1899, in Kansas City, the daughter of William A. and Eunice (Rouse) Roles. On November 30, 1917, in Clinton, she married Clyde W. Coones, who preceded her in death April 23, 1967. She lived in Clinton most of her life, moving to Lincoln Nursing Home in recent years. She was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church of Clinton. She is survived by three grandsons, Tim Coones and Todd Coones, both of Simpsonville, South Carolina, Tom Coones, Aiken, South Carolina; one granddaughter, Tina Brockman, Simpsonville, South Carolina, and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Wade Coones, and a daughter, Elsie Johnson. Graveside services were held Tuesday, March 3, at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

COONES, Frances V. EVANS BYRD
1913-2001
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 13 2001 - Frances V. Evans Coones, 88, Stow, Ohio, formerly of Deepwater, died Saturday, November 10, 2001. Graveside services will be held Thursday, November 15, at Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington. She was born January 11, 1913, at Brownington, daughter of George and Jesse McElwee Evans. She was a graduate of Deepwater High School and the Clinton Business College. She worked in the business world until her marriage at 24 and then was a stay-at-home mom for the next 20 years, after which she worked in the garment industry in Kansas City until her retirement. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Lewis W. Byrd, father of her children, and by her second husband, Merritt E. Coones. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Andrew Johnson, Kansas City; two sons and daughters-in-law James and Sandra Byrd, Stow, Ohio, and Dennis and Fay Byrd, Grain Valley, and two grandsons, George and Jason Byrd, both of Columbus, Ohio.

COONES, Frank Ervine
1905-2003
Finey Church Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 15 2003 - Frank Ervine Coones, 98, rural Warsaw, died at his home Saturday, December 13, 2003. He was born March 28, 1905, near Warsaw, the son of Benjamin Franklin and Pearl Johnston Coones. He had lived in Benton County almost his entire life. He was a farmer and also worked for Bishops Gunstock Company in Warsaw for 20 years. He was a member of Finey Baptist Church. He married Mary Mantonya in 1927. Then he married her sister, Grace Mantonya in 1940. After her death in February 1972, he married Mellie D. Morris in April 1975 and she survives of the home. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, three sisters, two sons and two grandsons. He is survived by his wife, Mellie of the home; two daughters, Lois Howard of Warsaw and Barbara Veach and husband, Dan, also of Warsaw, a son, Kenneth Mantonya, and his wife Kaye, Warsaw; three brothers, Harold I. Coones of Warsaw, Norman Coones of Clinton and Olin Coones of Kansas City, Kansas; 14 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren; two stepsons, Lonnie and Dick Morris, Neosho; four step-grandchildren and three step-great-grandchildren; a number of nieces and nephews, grand and great-grand nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Wednesday, December 17, at the Reser Funeral Home. Burial will be in Finey Cemetery near Deepwater.

COONES, Gracie May MANTONYA
1914-1971
Finey Church Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Sedalia Weekly Democrat, Sedalia MO, Friday, Feb 12 1971 - WARSAW - Mrs. Gracie May Coones, 56, died Wednesday at the University of Missouri Medical Center, Colombia. Born near Brownington, Mo., July 12, 1914, she was the daughter of Wellington and Clara Jenks Mantonya. On Jan. 7, 1942, she was married to Frank Coones, who survives of the home. She was a member of the Finey Baptist Church. Also surviving are two stepchildren, Mrs. Lois Howard, Warsaw; Ray Coones, Junction City, Kan.; two foster children, Mrs. Barbara Veach, Parkville, Mo.; Kenneth Mantonya, Warsaw; three brothers, Melvin Mantonya and Jeff Mantonya, Warsaw; and Sampson Mantonya, state of Nevada. Funeral services will be held Saturday at the Reser Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in Finey Cemetery.

COONES, Vernon Eugene Jr.
1958-2015
Vernon Eugene Coones, Jr., 56, of Clinton, Missouri died March 2, 2015.  His memorial service will be held at Save Our World Ministries on March 12, 2015. Vernon Eugene "Cooney" Coones, son of Vernon Lee Coones and Loeretta Wilson passed away on March 2, 2015 during a procedure to repair major damage to his heart at Saint Luke's Heart Institute in Kansas City Missouri. He is survived by his daughter Jesseca Lynn and his two grandchildren Atticus and Machaela. He is also survived by his siblings Tina Webb, Connie Peek, Mary Hayes, Brenda Vokoleck and Danny Coones. "Cooney" loved going to auctions and garage sales. He also enjoyed collector cars, fishing, and painting. Most importantly he loved his family and Jesus. He is loved by many and will be greatly missed by family and friends.

COONROD, Bertha Orr ANGLE
1887-1978
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Kansas City Times, Kansas City MO, Friday, Mar 10 1978 - WICHITA - Mrs. Bertha A. Coonrod, 90, Wichita, died Tuesday at a hospital here. She was born in Clinton, Mo., and had lived in Wichita since 1972. Mrs. Coonrod had taught several years in the Carthage, Mo. school district. She was a member of the Twilight Garden Club, Clinton. She was a member of the Clinton Presbyterian Church. She graduated from Central Missouri State Teachers College, Warrensburg, Mo., in 1911. She leaves a son, William A. Coonrod, Auckland, New Zealand; a daughter, Mrs. Ellen Wallick, Wichita; a brother, Clarence Angle, Clinton; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton; burial in Englewood Cemetery there.

COOPER, Anna Bessie JOHNSON MILLS
1904-1964
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Dec 17 1964 - Funeral services for Mrs. Anna Cooper, 60, North Main Street, Clinton, who died Dec. 7, at her home, were conducted Sunday, Dec. 13, at the Second Baptist Church, Clinton. Interment was in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor. Anna Bessie Johnson was born Sept. 13, 1904, at Post Oak, Mo., the daughter of Robert L. and Minda Johnson. She married Garland Mills, to which union was born a son, Garland Lee Mills. Her husband preceded her in death and she later married Mont Cooper who died Oct. 6, 1963. She had spent her life in Clinton since her marriage, with the exception of a few years in Sedalia. Besides her son, of the home, she leaves a grandson, Wallace Mills, Butler; four sisters, Mrs. Myrtle Byrd and Mrs. Marie Williams, Sedalia. Mrs. Opal Brown, Clinton, Miss Mary Ann Johnson, Chicago; three brothers, J. W. Johnson, Ft. Wayne, Ind., Robert E. Johnson, Warrensburg, Kenneth W. Johnson, of Evanston, Ill.; an uncle, James Sweate, Clinton; four aunts, Mrs. Bessie Shockley, Mrs. Lumeda Reed, Mrs. Rena Fewell, Mrs. Alice Fewell, Clinton; two stepdaughters, Misses Jannetta and Racine Brame, Clinton; two brothers-in-law, O. L. Byrd, Sedalia; Junior Brown, Clinton; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Frances Johnson, Warrensburg, and Mrs. Ann Johnson, Evanston, Ill.

COOPER, Arthur Neal
1916-1996
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Arthur Neal Cooper died Sunday, April 28, 1996, at the Golden Valley Hospital after a short illness. He was born in Brownington and grew up in Henry County. He attended Clinton High School and performed as a standout athlete in basketball and baseball. After high school he played semi-pro baseball for the Clinton town team. In 1939 he married Elizabeth Booth and remained married for 56 years. They have twin sons, Jean and Jan, who are married to Diann and Marcia, respectively. He is survived by three grandsons and a sister, Anita Woerner of Clinton. Neal joined the Army Air Corps during WWII and became a pilot. He served in Europe until the end of the war. Upon his return he joined the Missouri National Guard and became commander of the Clinton artillery battery. He retired from the National Guard in 1970 as a full colonel after serving as the air defense commander for the Kansas City area. During the time he served in the National Guard, he was also employed for the Postal Service. He began working for the Post Office in 1936 soon after graduation from high school. He became Postmaster in 1971. After 40 years with the Post Office he retired in 1976. His skills as a referee were recognized by being selected to officiate the Missouri State High School basketball finals for three years in a row. Memorial services were held Wednesday, May 1, 1996, at the Christian Church of Clinton.

COOPER, Betty B. BABBITT SNYDER
1935-2011
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 8 2011 - Betty B. Cooper, 76, Windsor, died early Saturday morning, August 6, 2011, at the Warsaw Health and Rehabilitation Center, Warsaw. She was born April 22, 1935, in Lexington, Nebraska, the daughter of Earl Hugh Babbitt and Florence Louise (Richards) Babbitt. In 1956, she married Don Snyder and to this union two daughters were born. She later married Billy S. Cooper on October 10, 1969, in Lanagan, Mo., and he preceded her in death June 8, 1974. Betty worked as a secretary for the first Baptist Church for many years and later worked as a secretary for the Windsor Hospital for several years. she then went to work at the Henry County Assessor's Office where she worked for almost 22 years before her retirement. She was an active member of the First Baptist Church where she was a member of the church choir and was church clerk for many years. she was also a member of the Henry County Democrats Club and was very interested in politics. Betty loved listening to southern gospel music and especially enjoyed the Gaither's and Lester's and going to their concerts. She also enjoyed reading. Survivors include two daughters, Sally Jo Yaeger and her husband Drake, Warsaw, and Cindy Lu Kilcollins and her husband Gordon, Deer Lodge, Tennessee; three grandchildren, Jenny Elliott, Joey Elliott and his wife, Megan, Dallas Yaeger, and a great-grandson on the way, Alex Cooper Elliott, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 10, at the First Baptist Church, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COOPER, Beulah P. "Bea" CARVER
1938-2018
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Bea Cooper, 79, of Windsor, Missouri, died Tuesday evening, June 12, 2018, at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, Mo. She was born September 4, 1938 in Morton, Washington, the daughter of Alfred Gene Carver and Bonney Jeanne (Peters) Carver. After her father Alfred's untimely death, her mother married Gerald Parnell who Bea considered like a father. On January 12, 1978 in Nevada, Mo., she married Clifford Cleatis Cooper and he survives of the home in Windsor. Affectionately known as "Aunt Bea," she worked in various restaurants as a cook including the golf course in Harrisonville, Mo. After saving enough money, she opened "Bea's Unixex Salon" in Harrisonville and worked as a beautician for a number of years. She was a member of the Missouriah Washashe tribe. Born in 1938, Bea referred to herself as the "38 Special." She loved music from the 38 Special Band, especially their songs, 'Hold on Loosely,' 'Second Chance,' and 'Caught Up In You.' She also enjoyed country, jazz, blues and big band music. Bea loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing, camping, hiking, and gardening. She also enjoyed collecting antiques, sewing, crochet, and quilting. She enjoyed helping others and operated "Helping Hands" for several years, giving assistance to those in need. In addition to her husband, Clifford, survivors include 5 children, Ralina J. Beckham/Newman, Green Ridge, Mo.; Randy Delbert Stevens, Twentynine Palms, California; Ronald Lee Bass Jr., Windsor, Mo; Rodney Lee Bass, Windsor, Mo; and Tracie Fredericks, Osceola, Mo.; a stepdaughter, Jennifer Lynn Nelson, Joplin, Mo.; a stepson, Jason Schmitt; 10 grandchildren, Ragina Marie, Maholo Beckham, Jessica Elizabeth Stevens, Nathanial Jacob Stevens, Marty Lee Bass, Jeanie Ann Bass, Jennifer Renea Chambers, Maelea Nicole Bass, Xavier Lee Bass, and Robert James Janson; 3 step-grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; 3 half-brothers, Gerald Parnell, Ronnie Parnell, and Kenny Parnell; a half-sister, Marla (Parnell) Montgomery; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Alfred Carver and Jerry Carver; a stepdaughter, Lavonne Nicole Cooper; a stepson, Larry Dean Lionberger; and 2 grandsons, George Stevens Padgett Jr., and Allen Roy Pagett. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, June 26, 2018, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COOPER, Carolyn "Jeannie" ANDERS
1944-2016
Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Carolyn "Jeannie" Cooper, age 71 years, passed away Friday, January 22, 2016 at her home, Clinton, Missouri. Funeral services will be Monday January 25, 2016 at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton. Interment will follow in Hopewell Cemetery. Carolyn was born to Howard and Mildred (Lippa) Anders December 7, 1944, in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was known to everyone as "Jeannie." Jeannie married Jackie Cooper and their union blessed them with three beautiful children. Jeannie loved to cook, and she shared this love of cooking with many over the years as she was employed at Deluxe Cafe, Clinton Senior Center, and the Short Street Tavern. She was affectionately known by her Short Street patrons as "Mama Jean." She also enjoyed gambling on the slot machines, playing cards (cheating at cards) and bird watching. Most of all Jeannie loved her grandkids. She was preceded in death by her parents, step-dad John Hendricks, her husband Jackie, and a grandaughter Marya Cooper. Among survivors are her children Jeff (Jeannette) Cooper of Clinton, Mo., Jenay (Duane) Rotert of Montrose, MO., and Jodi Cooper of Freeman, Mo. Also, five grandchildren; Nichole (Theron) Eye, Matthew Cooper, Makayla Cooper, Cassidy Cooper, and Ashlynn Hilte, three great-grandchildren; Danielle VanArtsdalen and Jax and Bryson Eye, also her stepmother Barb Anders of Schertz, TX., stepmother Carol Hendricks of Waterloo, NE. Seven siblings; John (Robyn) Hendricks, Cassville, MO., Diane McQueen, Clinton, MO., Cathy Harville, Bethel Springs, TN., Marty Allen Bethel Springs, TN., Larry Anders Schertz, TX., Terri Beck, Schertz, TX., and Karen McGee, Schertz, TX., Along with many nieces, nephews and other family.

COOPER, Charles Carrol
1932-1998
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Charles Carrol Cooper, Lockridge, Iowa, was born February 20, 1932, in Clinton, the son of the late Harley and Edith (Williams) Cooper. He died April 7, 1998, at Ottumwa Regional Health Center. Charles married Dorothea Beyer of Germany on September 26, 1955, in Clinton. She died September 26, 1981. He married Margaret Garrels of Lockridge, Iowa, in 1983. Charles was a mechanic when he lived in the Coal-Clinton area. In 1965 he moved to Lockridge, Iowa. He then worked for Ideal Ready Mix Company in Fairfield, Iowa, before his retirement. Charles was a member of the Augustana Lutheran Church of Lockridge and the Lockridge Rough Riders Saddle Club. He is survived by his wife, Margaret, of the home; his son, Rick of Mount Vernon, Illinois; sister and brother, Phillis Puckett and Glen Cooper, Clinton; two stepsons, Gail Garrels of Newton, Iowa, and Gary Garrels of Davis City, Iowa; three stepdaughters, Betty Luzadder, Dixie Peck and Patty Richardson, all of Fairfield, Iowa; four grandchildren, Mason, Paul, Carrol and Jessica; 10 step grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, April 10, at Behner Funeral Home in Fairfield, Iowa. His final resting place was Lockridge Cemetery, Lockridge, Iowa.

COOPER, Charles Otis
1920-1985
Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Charles Otis Cooper, son of the late Seth and Ellis Cooper, was born February 1, 1920 and departed this life August 9, 1985. Charles Cooper was reared on a farm west of Clinton and spent the majority of his years in Henry County, Missouri. He was married February 18, 1941, to Kathleen Young and the union was blessed with four children, three sons and one daughter. He was a Navy veteran serving his country in World War II. He drove a truck for Wagonger Feeds for several years, his last employment at Clearfield Cheese until ill health forced an early retirement nine years ago. Mr. Cooper was a devoted husband and father who was referred to as Paw Paw Charlie by the many children he and his wife cared for over the years. After his retirement he devoted many hours to these children, acquiring their love in the process. He is survived by his wife Kathleen of the: three sons Jerry of Calhoun, Jack of Deepwater, Jim of Calhoun and one daughter Mary Kay Miller of Sedalia: Six granddaughters, Five grandsons and four great grandchildren. Five brothers, Lee, Jake, Fred of Yulia City, Calif. Frank of Chico, Chico, Thomas of El Dorado springs: three sisters, Flora, Jessie Marie of California and nieces and nephews. Mr. Cooper was preceded in death by his parents, Steth and Ella Cooper, two brothers, Junior 4 years old and George of El Dorado Springs, Jewel a sister who died as an infant. Funeral services were held Monday August 12 at Vansant-Mills Chapel. Burial was in Hopewell Cemetery near Montrose.

COOPER, Clifford Cleatis "Clyde"
1951-2023
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Clifford Cleatis "Clyde" Cooper, 71, of Windsor, Missouri, died Saturday morning, July 8, 2023, at University Hospital, Columbia, Mo. He was born in Windsor, Mo., on September 12, 1951, the son of Homer Ray Cooper and Evelyn Nadine (Dady) Cooper. On January 12, 1978, he married Beulah Pearl "Aunt Bea" Carver and she preceded him in death on June 12, 2018. Clifford spent most of his life in Windsor. He worked on the family farm near Windsor and enjoyed camping and fishing with his family. He was a gardener and liked music, riding his motorcycle, and tinkering with small engines and fixing things. Survivors include a daughter, Jennifer Lynn Nelson (Willie) and grandchildren, Tally, Key, Jaylee, and Kaylin Nelson; several stepchildren and step-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Sharon L. Ebeling, Chilhowee, Mo., Charla R. Cummins, Windsor, Mo., and Myrna Shirey, Montrose, Co.; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Lavonne Nicole Cooper; 2 brothers, Randy "Barney" Cooper and Gary Vincent Cooper; 1 sister, Raedeana Jean Ramirez; and 2 step-grandsons. Graveside memorial services will be Friday, July 21, 2023, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COOPER, Daniel Pickett "Buddy"
1913-1994
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - D. P. "Buddy" Cooper, 81, died Tuesday morning, August 23, 1994, at Fern's Care Center in Windsor. He was born July 9, 1913, in Windsor, the son of Daniel Stonewall Cooper and Leona Mae Pickett Cooper. On January 8, 1938, in Green Forest, Arkansas, he married Elsie Waunita Jones who preceded him in death on June 16, 1987. He then married Helen McLaughlin in Windsor on July 9, 1988. She survives of the home in Windsor. Mr. Cooper was a retired farmer and stockman. He also worked for the State of Missouri, with the Department of Agriculture, as a dairy inspector from 1970 to 1981. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Windsor. Survivors include his wife, Helen Cooper, of the home; a son, Brad V. Cooper, Kansas City; a sister, Audra Baker, Warrensburg; two stepdaughters, Brenda Glass of McAllister, Oklahoma and Kay Harris of Independence. Funeral services will be Friday, August 26, 1994, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COOPER, David
1855-1945
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor, MO - David Cooper was born on a farm 3 miles west of Windsor on January 8, 1855, and passed away at his home in Windsor June 28, 1945, at the age of 90 years 5 months and 20 days. He was the oldest son of Henry and Nancy Stiles Cooper, pioneer settlers of Johnson County. He attended the rural school of the vicinity having an alert mind and being eager for an education he grasped every opportunity to learn and was possessed of a remarkable memory, he acquired an education unequaled by many college students. He united with the High Point Baptist church in 1875 while the Rev Goodwin and Rev Cockerell were holding a series of meetings. He lived up to his religious belief and at the time of his death had been a member of the High Point Church 70 years. He was elected to the office of Justice of the Peace of Jefferson Township in 1888, which office he held until 1917, when he moved with his family to Windsor, where he resided at the time of his death. He was married October 6, 1889, to Miss Minerva Drace. To this union six children were born, twin girls dying in infancy, four sons, Vest, Adlia, Billie B. and Leland. He was a clean upright citizen and for the uplifting of every cause and won the respect of everyone. After moving to Windsor in 1920 he was elected Justice of the peace and police judge, which offices he held almost continuously until his health failed and when last elected resigned. He as a kind loving husband and father. He had provided a home for each of his sons, whom he often spoke of as his greatest pleasure and assets. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife, four sons, three daughter-in-laws and six grandchildren, Tec-5 Noland T. Cooper who is now in Austria, Pfc Billy S. Cooper and his wife Margery, Mauring and her husband, Willard McKeehan, and David Lee Cooper; two sisters, Mrs. Lucy Wilcox and Mrs. Leona Grindstead; three brothers, George Cooper of Warrensburg, W. H. and John L Cooper of Windsor and a number of nieces and nephews. One nephew, Sgt. Henry H. Cooper is now in Belgium. Two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Jackson and Mrs. Margaret Muir and one brother Jefferson Cooper preceded him in death. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at the Funeral Home. Burial was in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

COOPER, Debra Diann HODGES
1961-2014
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 2 2015 - Debra D. Cooper, 53, Calhoun, died Monday, December 29, 2014, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. Debra was born July 24, 1961, in Clinton, the daughter of Robert and Wanda Kay (McQueen) Hodges. She enjoyed working crossword puzzles and watching wrestling with her family. Debra was preceded in death by her parents; an aunt Ginger Kirby; two uncles, Butch Kirby and LeRay Hart, and a nephew, Bill Albin. She is survived by her husband Johnnie Cooper of the home; two sons, Joseph Vansel II (Feleina) of the home and Patrick Keene of Dugger IN; two daughters, Jennifer Drake (Lee) of Osceola and Catherine Blevins (Eric) of Dugger, IN; one brother, Robert Hodges of Windsor; three sisters, Linda Albin (Buster) of Hartwell, Alice Hodges of Springfield and Audra Leonard (John) of Roscoe; four grandchildren, Raven, David, Ashley and Amber, and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held January 2 at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton.

COOPER, Dennis W.
1940-1998
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Dennis W. Cooper, 58, Windsor, died Tuesday, July 14, 1998, at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City. Mr. Cooper was born February 22, 1940, in Leeton, the son of Clarence Elliott Cooper and Georgia Florence (Hicks) Cooper. On August 18, 1963, in Windsor he married Carol M. Yount. He was deputy sheriff of Henry County and the former chief of police for Clinton. He was also a member of the Windsor Police Department and a former member of the National Association of Chiefs of Police. Survivors include three sons, Mark W. Cooper, Mobile, Alabama, Matthew G. Cooper, Cole Camp, and David A. Cooper, Windsor; a daughter, Denise C. Dove, Lexington; eight grandchildren; two brothers, Roy Cooper, Windsor, and Kenneth Cooper, Lowry City; three sisters, Shirley Crane, Springfield, Maudie Meads, Clinton, and Ginger Van Winkle, Harten, Texas, and several nieces. He was preceded in death by a brother, Quincy Cooper. Funeral services will be Friday, July 17, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COOPER, Elbert Leroy
1881-1954
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Jan 14 1954 - Funeral services for Elbert Lee Cooper, well known Henry Countian, Brownington, Mo., were conducted at the Brownington Christian Church Jan. 12. Pallbearers were nephews, R. H. Church, C. E. Church, Clay Heard, Roy Cooper, John Church, and Clif Frank. Interment in Maplewood Cemetery. Elbert Lee Roy Cooper, the second oldest of four children of Samuel and Emily Catherine Edwards Cooper, was born on the old Cooper homestead, three miles southeast of Brownington. There he was reared and educated at Diamond Point School and graduated in 1900 from Brownington High School. On Sept. 23, 1916, he married Miss Elizabeth Frazee of Harrisonville to which union was born one son, Paul Gates, of Burbank, Ca. After training in telegraphy in his youth, he was employed for a number of years as telegrapher and station agent for the Frisco and other railroads. He later became a civil engineer which was his real life's work. His travels took him far in the United States and Cuba where he supervised construction of various kinds. He also laid out many new roads and subdivisions over the countryside. At one time while with the Missouri State Department, he had an office for three years in the capitol. But, regardless of where his work took him, he always considered Brownington his home and spent as much of his time there as possible. at the time of his death he was employed in the city engineering department at Kansas City, Mo., where he had been since 1943. He spent his weekends at his home in Brownington. It was on Friday, Jan. 8, that he last returned to his home for the weekend. That night after retiring he apparently suffered a heart attack which brought death in the early morning hours on Jan. 9. At the age of 12 he united with the Brownington Christian Church and in 1915 became a member of the Christ Episcopal Church in Houston, TX. In recent years he transferred his membership to the Calvary Episcopal Church at Sedalia. For a number of years he had been a member of the choir at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral in Kansas City, MO., and took part in the recent Christmas program. Youth held his interest and a number of times he was host to the young choir boys over the weekend at his home in Brownington. He believed in assembling together in the house of God, rather than sitting by a radio. He never failed to attend Sunday School and worship and, with keen memory and alert mind, he knew his bible from beginning to end. The mill property now goes to Roehl H. Church of Deepwater. Mr. Cooper was a member of the American Society of Engineers and of the Ivanhoe Masonic Lodge of Kansas City, MO. Surviving Mr. Cooper, besides his son before mentioned, are two grandchildren, Margie and Stephen Cooper, also of Burbank, Ca., two sisters, Mrs. Lura M. Hord, 703 N. Third, and Mantetta Starbuck, Bakersfield, A.; one brother, William Cooper, Ogdan, Utah; many nephews, nieces, other relatives and many friends.

COOPER, Elizabeth M. "Betty" BOOTH
1914-1998
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Elizabeth M. "Betty" Cooper was born February 3, 1914, in Earl, Wisconsin, and died Sunday, July 5, 1998, at Westwood Nursing Center in Clinton, at the age of 84. She was the daughter of Rex M. and Inez Booth and lived in the Clinton area for 80 years. She was married to Arthur Neal Cooper, who preceded her in death April 28, 1996. For many years, Betty was a bookkeeper for Booth hatchery in Clinton. She was a member of the Clinton Christian Church, a past president of Clinton PTA and a past state secretary of PTA. She is survived by two sons, Jan Cooper and wife, Marcia, Palatine, Illinois, and Jean Cooper and wife, Diann, Shawnee, Kansas; three grandsons, Matt Cooper, Palatine, Illinois, Sean Cooper and Brett Cooper, both of Shawnee, Kansas; one brother, Jean Booth, and a sister-in-law, Anita Woerner, both of Clinton. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Richard Booth. A memorial service was held Wednesday, July 8, at the Christian Church in Clinton. Cremation.

COOPER, Ellis Dr.
1921-1995
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Dr. Ellis Cooper, 74, Calhoun, died Friday, August 25, 1995, at the Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. He was born June 30, 1921, in Dixon, the son of Robert Adams Cooper and Nevada Livingston Cooper. On August 10, 1946, he married Mildred Ann Queen, who preceded him in death May 17, 1984. On December 28, 1984, in Centralia, he married Doris Evelyn (Dawson) Dorr, who survives of the home. Dr. Cooper worked in public education for 30 years, in various roles, including teaching grade school, teaching high school English and drama, as a grade school principal and as a speech therapist. He was also active in the ministry, as a full time and part time pastor for 54 years. He was listed in the 1992-93 edition of "Who's Who in Religion". He was a member of the first Baptist Church, Windsor, the American Legion Post #1000 and was an Army veteran of World War II. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Rebecca Elaine Davenport, Redwood City, California; three sons, Keith Ellis Cooper, Los Angeles, Ca., Kenneth Robert Cooper, Creve Coeur, and Benjamin Eugene Cooper, San Diego, Ca.; three stepsons, Rodney Don Dorr, Maysville, Terry Dale Dorr, Reed Springs, and Gary Edward Dorr, Centralia; two grandchildren, Ryan James Davenport and Emma Louise Davenport; nine step-grandchildren, Stephanie Michelle Hostettler, Amber Renee Dorr, Christopher Rae Dorr, Joshua Brent Dorr, Kelly Suzanne Dorr, Rebekah Ann Dorr, Joy Nicole Dorr, Dustin Alan Dorr, Holly Ann Dorr. Funeral services were Sunday, August 27, at the First Baptist Church, Windsor. Burial was in Hickory Point Cemetery, near Iberia.

COOPER, Emily Catherine EDWARDS
1862-1933
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Nov 9 1933 - Mrs. Samuel M. Cooper, whose maiden name was Emily Catherine Edwards, passed away quietly and peacefully the evening of Oct. 31, 1933, at her home at Brownington, after an illness of 10 days. However her health had not been normal since 1926. She was the daughter of Emery P. and Catherine Melvina Edwards, long since passed beyond, who were pioneers here from Casey and Barren Counties, Kentucky. She was born Jan. 27, 1862, near Leesville, Mo., on Grand River, near the present site of the French Bridge. She spent most of her girlhood at Leesville and near Mt. Zion and the remainder of her life in the vicinity of Brownington with the exception of about 7 months which were spent in north eastern Oregon with relatives in 1902. She was united in marriage, June 26, 1879, at Spring City (now Chloe) St. Clair County, Mo., with Samuel Mastin Cooper of near Brownington. To this union were born 2 sons and 2 daughters, all living; Elbert Lee, of Brownington; Wm. H. H. of Ogden, Utah; Mrs. Laura May Church, of Brownington, and Mrs. George (Netta Maud) Starbuck of Taft, California. She is survived by her husband, 8 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, two brothers, John and Frank Edwards of Creighmont, Idaho, four sisters, Mrs. Viola Diamond, Baker City Oregon; Mrs. John Cooper, Brownington; Mrs. Ella Vandermullen, La Grande, Oregon, and Mrs. Wm. S. Brown, Kansas City, Kansas, and by a number of cousins and other relatives, and by her many friends the results of so long a sojourn in one locality. She was baptized into the Park Grove Christian Church, St. Clair County while young. She was a charter member of the Brownington Christian Church, and was an active member in church work. She was ever glad to be in the house of the Lord. Of later years with her son, Elbert, she often attended the Episcopal churches of Springfield, Warrensburg, and Kansas City. The funeral was held Wednesday, all Saints Day, Nov. 1, 1933, at the Christian church Brownington. Pall bearers were Wm. M. Church, Roehl Church and Charles Edward Church, grandsons, Royal S. and Frank E. Cooper, nephews; Arzah Church, and old time friend and neighbor.

COOPER, Evelyn Nadine DADY
1918-2009
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 28 2009 - Evelyn Nadine Cooper, 90, Chilhowee, died Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at Golden LivingCenter-Westwood, Clinton, at the age of 90 years. She was born on June 15, 1918, in Montrose, the daughter of Harry and Rosa Alice (Gordon) Dady Sr. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Raedeana Jean Ramirez; two sons, Gary Vincent Cooper and Randall Lee Cooper, as well as one granddaughter Lavonne Nicole Cooper. She is survived by her husband Homer Cooper, Windsor; three daughters, Sharon L. Ebeling and husband Marvin, Chilhowee, Myrna Rae Shirey, Montrose, Colorado, and Charla Rose Cummins, Windsor; one son Clifford Cooper, Windsor; sister Gloria Jane Clark, Overland Park, Kansas, and brother Donald Lee Dady, Windsor; eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Friday, Jan. 9. Interment was in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COOPER, Faith Harriet YATES FARR
1907-2004
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 7 2004 - Faith Harriet (Farr) Cooper, 96, Warsaw, died Monday, January 5, 2004, at Warsaw Health and Rehabilitation. She was born July 12, 1907, in Lorimor, Iowa, the daughter of Mark C. Yates and Dorothy D. (Davis) Yates. On March 7, 1926, in Mt. Ayre, Iowa, she married Charlie William Farr, who died September 19, 1963. On January 21, 1971, in Lincoln, she married Clarence Cooper, who died March 26, 1972. Mrs. Cooper lived in the Windsor and Warsaw areas the past 45 years. She was a homemaker, cleaned houses, worked at a chicken processing plant, worked in the laundry department at the former Rest Haven Nursing Home in Windsor and also made pies for a cafe. She was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church, Warsaw. She is survived by three daughters, Elizabeth Spickert and Esther Voelzke, both of Warsaw, and Catherine Willcockson and husband Carl, Clinton; a daughter-in-law, Ellen Bulen, Grandview, six stepchildren, 26 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son Leonard Farr; a twin sister, Fae Tolley; three grandchildren, Daniel and Jim Willcockson and Darrel Chambers and a stepson. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 8, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor.

COOPER, Frank O.
1922-1997
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Frank Cooper, 75, Chico, California, died at his home. He was formerly of the Delmar community. Survivors are his wife, Margarite of the home; a son, Larry of Chico; three grandsons and one granddaughter; three brothers, Fred of Yuba City, California, Jake of Sheldon and Tom of El Dorado Springs; two sisters, Jessie Hensley of El Dorado Springs, and Marie Joseph of San Francisco, California, and a sister-in-law, Kathleen Cooper of Clinton; also a number of nieces and nephews in California and Missouri. Funeral services and burial will be later in the week in California.

COOPER, Glen Eldon Sr.
1928-2012
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 10 2012 - Glen Eldon Cooper, Sr., 84, Clinton, died Tuesday, July 17, 2012, at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City. Glen worked as a mechanic for Stayton Chevrolet and Titus Trucking. He was a member of Good Hope Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harley Paul Cooper and Edith Lorine (Williams) Cooper; his brother, Charles Cooper, and a nephew, Tommy Cooper. Among survivors include his wife Juanita Marie (Harrelson) Cooper of the home; two sons, Gary Cooper of the home and Glenn E. Cooper, Jr. and wife, Mary, White Water, Colorado; one sister, Phyllis Puckett of Clinton, and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Friday, July 20, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

COOPER, Harley Paul
1900-1992
Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Harley Paul Cooper, son of George and Mary Ann Alexander Cooper, was born November 3, 1900, near Pleasant Hill, and passed away June 9, 1992, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. His father passed away when he was four years old and he lived with his mother, his brothers, Stith and Hardin, and his sister, Mollie, in the Mt. Carmel neighborhood. On March 2, 1927, he was united in marriage to Edith Williams and to this union three children, Glen, Charles and Phyllis, were born. He lived and farmed in the Coal area and was a member of the Good Hope Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Edith; two brothers, Stith and Hardin; two sisters, Minnie Cooper and Mollie Steeps; one daughter-in-law, Dorothy Cooper; one grandson, Gordon Charles, as well as several nieces and nephews. On December 20, 1977, he married Jessie Roger. He is survived by his wife, Jessie, of Westwood Home, Clinton; one daughter, Phyllis Puckett, and husband, Alvin, Clinton; two sons, Glen Cooper, and wife, Juanita, Clinton, and Charles Cooper, and wife, Margaret of Lockridge, Iowa; two stepdaughters, Lillie Mae Rottman, Hybee, and Dorothy Brown, Hudson, Wisconsin; two sisters-in-law, Edna Gunter and Esther Williams; one brother-in-law, Howard Lawson, as well as nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel Friday, June 12. Burial was held at the Good Hope Cemetery.

COOPER, Helen W. WALTHALL KETCHUM McLAUGHLIN
1918-1997
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Helen W. Cooper, 78, Windsor, died early Thursday morning, January 16, 1997, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. She was born March 14, 1918, in Elkton, Colorado, the daughter of Thomas Buel Walthall and Cora Mae (Reddick) Walthall. On April 30, 1939, in Benton County she married Floyd Ellis Ketchum who preceded her in death May 4, 1965. On July 5, 1969, in Windsor, she married Elmer William McLaughlin who preceded her in death January 2, 1984. On July 9, 1988, in Windsor, she married D. P. "Buddy" Cooper, who preceded her in death August 23, 1994. Mrs. Cooper worked for the International Shoe Factory in Windsor for over 20 years before her retirement. She was a member of the Windsor First Christian Church and the Meadow Queen Rebekah Lodge #528, Windsor. Survivors include two daughters, Brenda Glass, McAllister, Oklahoma, and Kay Francis, Independence; three grandsons, Dustin Francis, Joplin, Jeffrey Glass, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Jason Glass, Austin, Texas; a granddaughter, Karla Glass Barnes, Columbus, Mississippi; six great-grandchildren, Luke Francis, Cassandra Francis, Tyler Francis, Elizabeth Glass, Brooke Barnes, Matthew Sterling Glass; a brother and his wife, J. C. and Rosemary Walthall, Lincoln; a sister, Marguerite Bucklew, Warsaw. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 18, at the Hadley Funeral Home in Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COOPER, Henry Charles
1918-2006
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 6 2006 - Henry Charles Cooper, 87, Windsor, died Sunday morning, January 1, 2006, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. He was born June 16, 1918, in Johnson County, near Leeton, the son of Charles Neale Cooper and Mary Elizabeth (May) Cooper. On July 7, 1941, in Fristoe, he married Rilletta Olean Brooks, who survives of the home. He graduated in 1937 from Windsor High School. He was a World War II veteran of the United States Air Force, serving for 27 months before going into the reserves. In 19699 he retired from the Navy Reserves and 1975 from Civil Service, where he spent several years as a helicopter inspector. He was a former member of the Windsor City Council where he also served as emergency manager director. He had also been a special deputy sheriff of Henry and Johnson counties. He was a weather spotter and reporter for the Windsor area, reporting the weather to Pleasant Hill every day. He was a member and deacon of Windsor First Baptist Church and also ran the sound system at the church for 17 years. He was also a member of CERT (search and rescue team), a member of Clinton VFW Post #1894, Windsor Masonic Lodge #29, AF&AM. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Melvina Casteel and her husband Ed, Windsor; two sons, Charles Wayne Cooper and his wife Charlotte, Reno, Nevada, Denzil Lee Cooper and his wife Flora Ellen, Windsor; eight grandsons; seven great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson. Funeral services were Friday, January 6, at Windsor First Baptist Church. Burial was in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COOPER, Homer Ray
1914-2010
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 20 2010 - Homer Ray Cooper, 95, Windsor, died Sunday, July 18, 2010, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. He was born September 8, 1914, in Johnson County, near Windsor, the son of Charles Vincent "Charlie" Cooper and Charlottie (Elliott) Cooper. On June 19, 1937, in Windsor, he married Evelyn Nadine Dady, who preceded him in death on January 5, 2009. Mr. Cooper was a farmer and raised many animals, including cattle and horses. Many years ago he was owner/operator of the Wagon Wheel Restaurant in Windsor and he was also a real estate and insurance agent. He was a member of the National Farmers Organization and was a former member of the Windsor IOOF Lodge 187. As a young man he enjoyed boxing, playing the harmonica and mouth harp. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, hunting and fishing. He is survived by a son, Clifford Cleatis Cooper, Windsor; three daughters, Myrna R. Shirey, Montrose, Colorado, Sharon L. Ebeling, Chilhowee, and Charla R. Cummins, Windsor; eight grandchildren, Michael Cummins, Crystal Cummins, Cindy Matthes, Susan Kemper, Denise Borg, Ashley Wagoner, Rebecca Rodriguez and Jennifer Nelson; 11 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by two sons, Randy "Barney" Cooper and Gary Vincent Cooper; a daughter, Raedeana Jean Ramirez; a granddaughter, Lavone Nichole Cooper, and three brothers and two sisters. Graveside services will be Friday, July 23, at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COOPER, Ivo WILSON
1893-1994
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ivo Wilson was born November 4, 1893, in Ellis County, Texas, the daughter of Andrew and Mary (Curry) Wilson. She died Friday, June 24, 1994, at her home in Kansas City, at the age of 100. She was the youngest of 10 children. She was well educated, graduating from Texas Tech University. She was a school teacher and had worked as a director of several YWCA organizations. She was married to James E. Cooper, a Methodist minister who served in many churches in this area. He preceded her in death in 1975. She was a member of the Broadway Methodist Church, Kansas City. She is survived by two grandsons, Carroll Bird of Annapolis, Maryland, and Jim Bird of Rumson, New Jersey; eight great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services were Wednesday, June 29, at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

COOPER, Jackie Leroy
1943-2014
Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 9 2014 - Jackie L. Cooper, 71, died Wednesday, June 4, 2014, at his home in Clinton. Jackie was born May 14, 1943, in Henry County, the son of Charles and Kathleen (Young) Cooper. He worked as a truck driver for Zollicker Oil and then for MFA from 1989 until he retired in 2005. Jackie loved restoring antique gravity gas pumps and had quite the collection of oil and gas memorabilia. His most prized possession though was his 1939 Indian Scout motorcycle. He won first place in the largest Indian motorcycle show in the United States just two years ago. Jackie loved teasing the Harley riders. He was jokingly known by his friends as the "Sheriff of DelMar" with his CB handle being "Outcast." Most of all he loved his family and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jackie was preceded in death by his parents and one granddaughter, Marya Cooper. Survivors include his wife, Jeannie of the home; his son, Jeffery (Jeannette) Cooper of Clinton; two daughters, Jenay (Duane) Rotert of Montrose and Jodi Cooper of Clinton; two brothers, Jerry and Jim Cooper, both of Calhoun; his sister, Mary Kay Miller of Blairstown; five grandchildren, Nichole, Matthew, Makayla, Cassidy and Ashlynn, as well as two great-grandchildren, Danielle and Jax. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 7, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Hopewell Cemetery, Montrose.

COOPER, James Jeremiah
1866-1937
Clinton, MO - James Jeremiah Cooper, eldest son of Noah and Isabel Cooper, was born in Benton County, Mo., December 6, 1866, and died at his home near Roseland February 28. He was married to Miss Sarah Claycomb March 3, 1887, and to this union was born one daughter, Mrs. Emma Summers, near Roseland. October 3, 1894, he was married to Miss Alice Newbill. To this union were born two children, Ben, of Kansas City, and Mrs. Isadore Thomas of Windsor. These survive, also Ray Summers, whom Mr. and Mrs. Cooper took into their home when five years old and always considered as one of their own children; 11 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, three sisters, Mrs. Leza Woods, Calhoun; Mrs. Alice Summers, Leesville; Mrs. Louise Jones, Casper, Wyo.; and one brother, Noah Cooper, Clinton. He was a kind husband and father. His principles of living were high and he was greatly respected in his neighborhood. These words were spoken often of him: "He was one of the best neighbors we ever had." Short services were conducted at the home Monday afternoon. Burial at the family burial grounds near Racket, MO.

COOPER, James Walker
1843-1901
Hickory Grove Cemetery of Calhoun, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Feb 1901 - Died, James Walker Cooper, born in east Tennessee near Knoxville in April 1841, and died February 16, 1901. Came to Harrison County, Missouri when 14, then seven years ago he left there and went to Arkansas for his health, then moved to Windsor for three years, then to a farm four miles west of Calhoun. Married Elizabeth VanHoozier of Gentry county when he was 19; they had five boys and one girl. His wife died in 1885, also his elder son. In 1886, he married Dora Wells of Harrison county, no children. Surviving are Ellis the youngest still at home; also Mrs. Nancy Rimer and Riley of Johnson county; Huey of Harrison; Francis of Minnesota. Burial in Hickory Grove. Despite the muddy roads, a good congregation was in attendance.

COOPER, Jessie Alice LAWSON ROGERS
1909-1996
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Jessie Alice Rogers Cooper, daughter of Joseph Wright Lawson and Lillie Mae Kasier Lawson, was born February 27, 1909, in Wichita, Kansas, and died September 9, 1996, at Westwood Home, Clinton. Jessie's family on her mother's side were the Kasiers and Reids of Bethlehem Township, many of whom are buried in the old Bethlehem Cemetery. In 1926 she married Ross Rogers and to this union four children, William, Lillie, Dorothy and Harold, were born. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ross, and two sons, William and Harold. In 1978 she married Harley Cooper who preceded her in death in 1992. Jessie's major delights were helping others and reading poetry. she helped many families and nursing home residents during her more productive years and in pursuit of her hobby maintained scrapbooks of her favorite poems and other poetry which she fancied. She had a constant delight in simple things of beauty and maintained a childlike joy and appreciation of even mundane events or items. She is survived by two daughters, Lillie Mae Rottman of Higbee and Dorothy Brown and husband, Tom, of Hudson, Wisconsin; nine grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one stepdaughter, Phyllis Pucket, and husband, Alvin, and two stepsons, Glen Cooper and his wife, Juanita and Charles Cooper and his wife, Margaret; along with several step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Josephine Hudson and husband, Leon, of Centralia, and Sylvia Lawler of Yuba City, California. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Thursday, September 12. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery.

COOPER, John H.
1859-1942
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Mar 19 1942 - John Cooper died at his home 522 North Second Street at 8:20 a.m. Saturday from a stroke he had suffered since last June. He had been but a week in bed, a man of much strength and vigor, during his long, full life. John Cooper was born near Zanesville, Ohio, November 29, 1859, and came when a boy of eight to Henry County with his parents. As a young man Mr. Cooper spent a year in Jasper County, and then located in Brownington where he became a blacksmith which business he followed until he retired a few years ago. January 21, 1886, Mr. Cooper and Miss Jennie Edwards of Henry County were united in marriage and were long respected and substantial citizens of the Brownington community, where their family was reared and where he filled his niche, honestly and dependably. When he could take time from his work, he enjoyed hunting and fishing, getting relaxation and new heart from his jaunts into woods or along streams. Last July, Mr. and Mrs. Cooper came to Clinton to make their home, next door to his son, R. S. Cooper and family, and there it was the Reaper claimed him. Mr. Cooper is survived by his wife, two sons, R. S. above named, and Frank of Clinton and one daughter, Mrs. Lawrence Herford, of Urich. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Will Brown of Kansas City, brother-in-law of the deceased at the Wilkinson Funeral Home on Sunday, and the body was laid to sleep in the Brownington Cemetery.

COOPER, Juanita Marie HARRELSON
1929-2014
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 12 2014 - Juanita M. Cooper, Clinton, died Thursday, May 29, 2014. She was born November 19, 1929, in Clinton, to Emmett Ray and Ella Marie (Halsey) Harrelson. Juanita went to Clinton Public Schools. She married glen E. Cooper on April 2, 1950. To this union, two sons were born, Glen E. Cooper, Jr. and Gary Lynn Cooper. Juanita worked at Clearfield Cheese Co. for a number of years. She enjoyed traveling and going to auctions after retirement. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents and three brothers, Gene, Bill and Donald Harrelson. Survivors include sons, Glen E. (Mary) Cooper, Jr., Colorado, and Gary Lynn Cooper, Waverly; grandson, Matthew Cooper; sister Wanda Packer, Lee's Summit; three brothers, Ralph, Joe and Larry Harrelson, Clinton, and sister-in-law Phyllis Puckett of Clinton, and many nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Private family inurnment was held at Englewood Cemetery on June 7.

COOPER, Kathleen Ann YOUNG
1923-2009
Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 10 2009 - Kathleen Ann Cooper was born Feb. 13, 1923, in Henry County, the daughter of Charles B. and Vera Elma (Dennis) Young. She died on Jan. 20, 2009, at her home in Clinton at the age of 85 years. She was married to Charles O. Cooper, who preceded her in death. Kathleen enjoyed crocheting, making doilies, baby booties, caps and baby blankets, as well as other crocheted pieces. Piecing quilts was another thing she enjoyed doing or just sewing. She did sewing for her family, even to patching jeans for all the boys. She enjoyed children in her lifetime. Kathleen enjoyed life and never said a bad word about anyone. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She is survived by three sons, Jerry Cooper of Calhoun, Jackie Cooper of Clinton and Jimmie Cooper of Calhoun; one daughter, Mary Kay Miller, Blairstown, and 12 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Friday, Jan. 23. Interment was in Hopewell Cemetery, Montrose.

COOPER, Kathryn Jane McDONALD
1870-1939
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Kate Cooper died at Oak Hill Sanitarium at Warrensburg at 6:30 a.m., Tuesday, where she had been taken following a motor car collision in Warrensburg, Thursday evening, January 17. Mrs. Cooper sustained severe concussions, fractured right wrist, lacerations of the face and some internal injuries. She had only a few days before closed her house in Windsor and gone to visit her son, Elton, and family at Warrensburg, expecting to be some weeks with her children before returning home. She with Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Cooper were on their way to attend the basketball games at the college, at the time of the accident. Miss Kathryn Cooper, deputy clerk in the Henry County treasurer's office, went Thursday evening to Warrensburg where she remained at her mother's bedside. Kathryn Jane McDonald was born February 12, 1870, the daughter of Francis Marion and Lucy Dyer McDonald, who lived six miles east of Windsor. Both parents died before she was ten years old and she and her brother were reared in the home of an aunt. September 20, 1892, she and Jefferson Davis Cooper were married, establishing a fine and worthy home north of Windsor in Johnson County where Mr. Cooper died in 1934. To them were born four children, Marion of Kansas City; Elton of Warrensburg; Perrin of Higginsville and Miss Kathryn of the home. Also three grandchildren survive. Mrs. Cooper was a member of the Windsor Baptist Church, a splendid Christian character, whose life was full to the brim with many interests. She was a loyal church worker and member and active in the D.A.R. Chapter of Windsor, where she moved after the death of her husband. She was an enthusiastic woman, enjoying the activities of her children as well as her own, and the big lard cans of coffee and many sandwiches made for the Young Democratic celebrations will be remembered with grateful appreciation by those whom she so willingly helped to make their meetings successful. A beautiful housekeeper, skilled in all domestic arts, she met life with a zest and from her abundant energy inspired all who knew and loved her. She was indeed an unusual character, possessed of noble virties and high ambitions, loyal to her friends, her children and her God, and no eulogy is too rich in praise of her. The funeral services were Wednesday afternoon, with burial in Windsor.

COOPER, Larkin Warner Rev.
1813-1891
Teays Chapel Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Appleton City Journal, Aug 20 1891 - Death of Rev. Cooper - Last Sunday Rev. L.W. Cooper, a superannuated minister of the Missouri Conference of the M.E. Church (South), died at his residence 4 miles west of town. The deceased was born in Kentucky May 22d, 1813. Early in life he graduated in medicine. Transylvania University, of Lexington, KY., honored him with a diploma. Believing that he was called of God to enter the ministry he leaves the medical profession and enters upon the duties of an ambassador of Christ, determined to give his life to the work. In 1851 he moved to Illinois, from there he came to Missouri in '54. Two years ago he retired from active service, after having filled some prominent places in his church. He then purchased the home where he died. Fifteen years of his ministry were spent in the presiding eldership of the St. Joseph District. A son is now presiding elder in the church of his father's choice. Rev. Cooper was an educated man, being familiar with several languages. He was a lover of books; his library valued at $700 he presented to his son in the ministry. As a preacher he was strong in power and thought. The funeral took place Monday morning. The interment was at Teays Chapel, a church that he had himself served as pastor. There in that quiet grave yard after nearly 80 years of clouds and sunshine, his body was laid to rest; while the spirit had winged its flight to the God of whom he spoke in glowing and loving terms in his dying hour.

COOPER, Larry Earl
1943-2015
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 17 2015 - Larry E. Cooper, 71, Clinton, died Sunday, April 12, 2015, at his home. Larry was born September 1, 1943 in Clinton, the son of Jesse and Ferne (Naylor) Cooper. He resided in Clinton his whole life. Larry started his working career as a police officer for Clinton. He then worked for Alva Allen Industries, Peabody Coal Company, owned his own small business, Lake City Ammunition and was a home inspector for the USDA. Larry was an elder at the Clinton Christian Church. He was an active member in the Clinton Masonic Lodge No. 548, the Scottish Rite and he was a past worthy patron of the Eastern Star 73. He loved to tinker in his shop, gunsmithing and collecting antique metal lathes. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse Earl Cooper and Ferne (Naylor) Cooper. Survivors include his wife, Marjory of the home; three children, Shannon Cooper (Meredith) of Clinton, Holly Girgin (Charlie) of Belton and Shawn Cooper (Tanya) of Clinton; one sibling, Janice Wright of Gladstone; grandchildren, Parker Girgin, Alex Manford (Nic), Austin Strickland, Makenna Cooper, Chase Cooper and Gage Cooper; great-grandchildren, Tanner Tucker and Ty Manford, as well as numerous nieces nephews and cousins. Funeral service was held on Wednesday, April 15, at the Clinton Christian Church. Interment followed at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

COOPER, Lloyd Earl
1924-1998
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 18 1998 - Lloyd Earl Cooper, 73, Clinton, died Thursday, December 17, 1998, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Clinton. Mr. Cooper was born December 30, 1924, in Oklahoma, the son of Williams and Oder (Lowery) Cooper. He lived in Preston, before moving to Clinton 10 years ago. He was a janitor for Preston School District and also worked as a coal miner and farmer. He is survived by two daughters, Rita Fern Quick, Clinton, and Aleta Carol Cooper, Kansas City, Kansas; one brother, William Epperson Cooper, Oklahoma, Kanas, and one sister, Lucille Paul, Little Rock, Arkansas; eight grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother, Charles Cooper. Visitation will be Saturday, December 19, at Consalus Funeral Home of Clinton with cremation to follow.

COOPER, Lucille Belle GILBERT
1922-1991
White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Springfield, Greene Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lucille Belle Cooper, 68, Springfield, died at 2:25 a.m. Monday, August 26, in Americana-Freemont Healthcare Center, Springfield. On October 11, 1922, in Garland, she was born to Guyn and Julia Cheatham Gilbert. On March 31, 1948, in Clinton, she was united in marriage to Bill Cooper, who preceded her in death Jan. 24, 1985. She was a retired waitress and a member of Woodland Heights Presbyterian Church. Survivors include four sons, Bill, Rusty and Gary, all of Springfield, and Capt. Charles Cooper, London, England; a brother, Paul Gilbert, Overland Park, Ks.; two sisters, Gwen McGlade and Mary Ruth Crawford, both of Clinton; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandson. Services were Wednesday in Greenlawn Funeral Home North. Burial was at White Chapel Cemetery.

COOPER, Martha Eleanor GALLIHUGH
1923-1996
Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Martha E. Cooper, 72, Brunswick, formerly of Blairstown, died Tuesday, June 25, 1996, at Fitzgibbon Hospital in Marshall. A memorial service will be held Friday, June 28, at Heisel-Koch Funeral Home Brunswick Chapel. Cremation. Graveside services will be held Saturday, June 29 at Blairstown Cemetery. Mrs. Cooper was born in Blairstown on July 19, 1923. Her father was Charles W. Gallihugh and her mother was Daisy A. Tiffy Gallihugh. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wesley Cooper, in 1990. She was a homemaker. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Brunswick and she did volunteer work on the Braille books at the Lutheran Church in Brunswick. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. She is survived by one son, Ross Washburn, Brunswick; two daughters, Diane Chrouser, Columbia, and Connie Massey of Lee's Summit; one step-son, Jack Cooper, Wichita, Ks.; one brother, William Gallihugh of Chilhowee; five grandchildren, three step-grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

COOPER, Mary Francis SUTHERLAND
1900-1995
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mary Francis (Sutherland) Cooper, 94, Windsor, died Thursday, March 23, 1995, at the Truman Valley Health Care Nursing Home in Windsor. She was born September 17, 1900, in Henry County, the daughter of Leland B. Sutherland and Nancy J. Hall Sutherland. On August 31, 1919, in Windsor, she married Virgil E. Cooper, who preceded her in death February 17, 1985. Mrs. Cooper was a homemaker, residing on the family farm in Johnson County, north of Windsor, for 73 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Windsor. She is survived by a niece, Virginia L. Whitney, New York, N.Y.; two great-nieces, Liza Whitney Smith, Novalta, California, and Nancy Tibbitts, Taos, New Mexico; one great-nephew, Garrett Whitney, Valhalla, N.Y.; a great-great niece, Elizabeth C. Whitney, Valhalla, N.Y.; one niece by marriage, Mary Jo Asher, Orlando, Florida; one nephew by marriage, G. W. Cooper, Massapequa Park, N.Y.; a cousin by marriage, Virgil B. Cooper, Kansas City. Funeral services were Monday, March 27, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COOPER, Mary Wilma KING
1928-1992
Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pleasant Hill, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mary Wilma King Cooper, 63, Kansas City, Ks., died April 8, 1992 at the home. Graveside services will be Friday at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pleasant Hill. Mrs. Cooper was born in Bates County and lived in Pleasant Hill and in Lansing in Leavenworth County before moving to Harrisonville in 1973. She moved to Olathe in 1989 and to Kansas City, Ks. in 1991. She worked for Torotel Products Inc. for 10 years and retired in 1988. Her first husband, Perry L. King, died in 1977. Survivors include her husband, James Cooper, Blue Springs; two daughters, Judy Smelser, Olathe, and Cora Kossenjan, Kansas City, Ks.; a brother, Tom Crabtree, Holden; three sisters, Virginia Earl and Geneive Anderson of Holden, and Helen Kristen, Quick City; and four grandchildren.

COOPER, Marya Lynn
1997-1997
Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Marya Lynn Cooper, five-month-old daughter of Jeffery Leroy and Jeannette Gayle (Dines) Cooper, Clinton, died Sunday, October 5, 1997, at her home in Clinton. She was born April 21, 1997, in Clinton - Marya Lynn Cooper was born April 21, 1997, in Clinton, and died Sunday, October 5, 1997, at home at the age of five months and 15 days. She was the daughter of Jeffery Leroy Cooper and Jeannette Gayle (Dines) Cooper. Besides her parents, Marya is survived by a brother, Matthew Cory Cooper and a sister, Makayla Irene Cooper, both of the home; paternal grandparents, Jack and Jean Cooper; paternal great-grandmother, Kathleen Cooper of Clinton; maternal grandfather and step-grandmother, Jerry and Debbie Dines; maternal grandmother, Pat Dines, and great-grandmother, Dessie Dines, all of Appleton City; also aunts, uncles and cousins. Although Marya was only with us for a little while, she was our "Special Little Angel". Graveside services were held Wednesday, October 8, at Hopewell Cemetery.

COOPER, Mont
1894-1963
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
The Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Thursday, Oct 17 1963 - Mont Cooper, 69, who was born in Windsor but spent most of his life in Clinton, was buried in Laurel Oak Cemetery here last Wednesday, following funeral services in Sedalia. He died Oct. 6 at the University of Missouri Medical Center in Columbia. Mr. Cooper was born March 1, 1894, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Cooper. After attending school here he moved to Clinton. He had been in ill health for many years. He was married to Toledo Badgett and they were the parents of a daughter, Mrs. Theresa Woolfork, and a son, Howard Cooper, of Salt Lake City. Later he was married to Mrs. Anna Mills.

COOPER, Noland Thomas
1913-1993
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Noland T. Cooper, 80, Ft. Wayne, Indiana, died Sunday, July 25, 1993, at the Lutheran Hospital in Ft. Wayne. He was born in Windsor, April 6, 1913, the son of Thomas Vest Cooper and Mary Noland Cooper. He married Elizabeth Hyslop, who survives of the home in Ft. Wayne. Mr. Cooper was a Registrar for Purdue University in Ft. Wayne, for over 30 years before his retirement in 1976. He was a member of the First Baptist Church; New Light Lodge #754 A.F. and A.M.; Scottish Rite; Mizpah Shrine; Shiloh Chapter #141 O.E.S. and S.C.O.R.E., all of Ft. Wayne. Mr. Cooper was also an Army veteran of World War II. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter Mary Margaret Friedlander, Rockville, Maryland; two sons, Richard N. Cooper and Lynn T. Cooper, both of Ft. Wayne; eight grandchildren. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 28, at the First Baptist Church, Ft. Wayne. Graveside services will be Friday, July 30, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COOPER, Quincy Lee
1929-1993
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Quincy Lee Cooper, 64, Windsor, died Wednesday evening, September 29, 1993 at his home in Windsor. He was born January 1, 1929 in Leeton, the son of Clarence E. Cooper and Georgia Florence Hicks Cooper. Mr. Cooper was a bulldozer operator for a coal mining company near Bowen, Mo. for many years. He also was a tattoo artist in Windsor, for many years. Mr. Cooper is survived by a son, Vincent Cooper of Clinton; two daughters, Crystal Gulotta and Rena Andrea Cola, both of Tucson, Az.; two stepsons, Eugene Mankini, Windsor, and Ronnie Mankini, state of California; one stepdaughter, Marjorie Neil, Syracuse; three brothers, Roy Cooper, Bowen, Kenneth Cooper, Chilhowee, Dennis Cooper, Sedalia; three sisters, Maudie McLarran, Clinton, Virginia Meads, Deepwater, and Shirley Crain, Springfield; four grandchildren; 4 step grandchildren and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held Sunday afternoon, October 3 at the Laurel Oak Cemetery in Windsor.

COOPER, Randal Lee "Barney"
1956-2008
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 28 2008 - Randy "Barney" Cooper, 51, Sedalia, Missouri, formerly of Windsor, died late Friday evening, Nov. 21, 2008, at the Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia. He was born Dec. 20, 1956, in Windsor, the son of Homer Ray Cooper and Evelyn Nadine (Dady) Cooper. Randy worked at the former Gerbes Grocery Store in Windsor, and also farmed with his father. Survivors include his father and mother; a brother Clifford C. Cooper, Windsor; three sisters, Myrna R. Shirey, Montrose, Colorado, Sharon L. Ebeling, Chilhowee, Charla R. Cummins, Windsor; a nephew Michael Cummins; seven nieces, Cindy Matthes, Susan Kemper, Denise Borg, Jenniger Nelson, Ashley Wagoner, Rebecca Rodriguez, Crystal Cummins, and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. Randy was preceded in death by a brother Gary Vincent Cooper and a sister Raedeanna Jean Ramirez. A visitation will be held Sunday, November 30 at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor.

COOPER, Rilletta Olean BROOKS
1922-2015
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Rilletta Olean (Brooks) Cooper, 92, of Windsor, Missouri, journeyed to her heavenly home Friday morning, February 6, 2015, at the Windsor Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, Windsor, Mo. She was born February 10, 1922, in Fristoe, Missouri, the daughter of William Elza Brooks and Mattie Norris (McFarland) Brooks. On July 7, 1941, in Warsaw, Mo., she married Henry Charles Cooper and he preceded her in death on January 1, 2006. She was saved at High Point Baptist Church, near Windsor, Mo. She was a former member of First Baptist Church, Irving, Texas, during the 15 years they lived in Texas. When Charles relocated to Hawaii, she was active at Waianae Baptist Church and was taught how to paint in oils and watercolors by their pastor. After she and Charles retired back to Windsor, she was an active member of the First Baptist Church, where she served faithfully over the years in many ways, including singing in the church choir, working in Vacation Bible School, and was a Sunday school teacher. She was also a member of the VFW Auxiliary Clinton Post 1894 and the Henry County Chapter DAR. She and Charles were members of SEMA/MEPA Henry County Emergency Management Agency and responsible for the safety of the Windsor area. After Charles passed away, she continued reporting the weather to the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill until 3 years ago. She enjoyed crafts of all kinds, especially knitting and crocheting. Survivors include 2 sons, Charles Wayne Cooper and his wife Charlotte, Reno, Nevada; and Denzil Lee Cooper and his wife Flora Ellen, Windsor, Mo.; a daughter, Melvina Casteel and her husband Edward, Windsor, Mo.; 9 grandsons; 7 great-grandsons; 4 great-granddaughters; 2 great-great-grandsons; 2 brothers, Herbert Brooks, Kansas City, Mo., and Frank Brooks and his wife Mary Lou, Windsor, Mo.; and a sister, Thelma Bjolstad, Warsaw, Mo. In addition to her husband Charles, she was preceded in death by a brother, Eldon Brooks. Funeral services will be Friday, February 13, 2015, at the First Baptist Church, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COOPER, Roy E.
1926-2000
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Roy E. Cooper, Sr., 73, rural Windsor, died Sunday evening, March 12, 2000, at the Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. He was born June 14, 1926, in Johnson County, near Leeton, the son of Clarence Elliott Cooper and Georgia Florence (Hicks) Cooper. On June 14, 1950, in Leeton, he married Leta M. Barber, who survives of the home. He was an interior and exterior painter working for the International Brotherhood of Painters and Allied Trades Union, Sedalia, for 40 years. He served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He was also a member of the Calvary Baptist Church and the Windsor American Legion Post No. 82. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Roy E. Cooper, Jr., Windsor, Steven W. Cooper, Hillsborough, North Carolina, and Troy A. Cooper and his wife, Tammy, Sunnyvale, California; a daughter and son-in-law, Debra Y. and Johnny Nevils, Windsor; three grandchildren, Christopher Scott Nevils, Tatum Nicholle Nevils, and Tanya Danielle Nevils; a brother, Clarence K. Cooper, Appleton City; three sisters, Maudie Meads, Clinton, Ginger VanWinkle, Harlingen, Texas, and Shirley Crane, Springfield; three uncles, Homer Cooper, Joe Cooper and Marvin Hicks. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Quincy Cooper and Dennis Cooper. Funeral services will be Thursday, 10:30 a.m. at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COOPER, Samuel Mastin
1848-1934
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Aug 23 1934 - Samuel Mastin Cooper was born near Byesville, Gurnsey County, Ohio, February 26, 1848. His parents were from the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia. The family moved to Illinois when Samuel was 12 years old, where they resided not far from Marshall until 1868 when they moved to Missouri on a farm some two miles southeast of Brownington. Mr. Cooper was united in marriage to Emma Catherine Edwards at Spring City (now Chloe) St. Clair County, Missouri, June 26, 1879, by Rev. Robert Lawler, Old-Time Baptist preacher. Shortly after marriage Mr. Cooper purchased a farm adjoining his father's where they lived 43 years, when they moved to Brownington, having purchased a house and several lots in the extreme north end of town and also later a tract of some 8 acres across from the home outside of the city limits where Mrs. Cooper passed away October 31, 1933. Mr. Cooper enjoyed the distinction of being the last of the G.A.R. Veterans in this section of the county. He was a member of Company H, of the 132nd Indiana Regiment during the Civil War and during his enlistment served as one of the patrol that guarded the Western and Atlantic Railroad between Chattanooga and Nashville, the road over which the famous locomotive "General" or Engine No. 3, now stationed in the Union Station at Chattanooga, made its famous run in Andrews Raid in 1862. He was also one of the squad of guards of the Bridgeport Bridge over the Tennessee River, near Chattanooga, which was considered a very strategic point during the later part of the war. Mr. Cooper was bedridden only a few weeks, suffering a gradual decline from old age, passing quietly and peacefully away Sunday morning at 8:30, August 19, 1934, at the age of over 86 years. He is survived by all of his children, two sons, Elbert L. of Brownington, Wm. H. H. of Ogden, Utah, and two daughters, Mrs. Lura M. Church, Brownington, and Mrs. George (Mannetta M.) Starbuck of Taft, California. He is also survived by a brother, John H. Cooper of Brownington, by a sister, Mrs. Alla Armstrong of Santa Barbara, California, by 8 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and by a number of nephews and nieces and by three cousins who reside at or near Los Angeles, California. Funeral services were held at the Brownington Christian Church, August 20. Pall bearers were his grandsons, Wm. M. Church, and Chas. E. Church, and Henry Roberts; his nephews, Roy and Franklin E. Cooper, and Wm. Edwards, who was a cousin of his wife, and an old esteemed friend. The remains were quietly laid to rest after a brief service at the grave, in beautiful Maplewood Cemetery at Brownington by the side of his wife there to wait the call of his Maker.

COOPER, Staci Michelle
1985-2012
Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 30 2012 - Staci Michelle Cooper, daughter of Charles Douglas Cooper and Debra Sue (Sisk) Cooper, was born June 12, 1985, in Shawnee Mission, Kansas. She died Wednesday, February 22, 2012, in Cass County, the result of a motorcycle accident. Staci was a homemaker. She was very outgoing and likable with lots of friends. She was preceded in death by her fiance, Charles "Chuck" Kagarice. Staci is survived by her father, Doug Cooper of Calhoun; her mother, Debbie Cooper of Urich; two sons, Ian Michael and Gavin Lee and one daughter, Madison Gayle all of Urich; one brother Jerry Lynn Cooper of Tightwad; one sister Christie Taylor of Creighton; grandparents, Jerry and Linda Cooper of Calhoun and Gary and Peggy Sisk of Kansas City, Missouri. Funeral services were Monday, Feb. 27, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Hopewell Cemetery, Montrose.

COOPER, Velva Elaine HARRIS
1924-1998
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Velva Elaine Harris Cooper, 73, Kansas City, died Sunday, January 11, 1998, at Research Medical Center. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 15, at D. W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Chapel. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Cooper was born June 15, 1924, in Bentonville, to Pressa Denver and Elberta May (Breshears) Harris. Survivors include her husband, Henry P. Cooper of the home; one daughter, Kathy E. Smalley, Blue Springs; one sister, Opal Breshears, Montrose; four brothers, Morran D. Harris, Clinton, James Harris and Loyd Harris, both of Osceola, and Edward Harris, Olathe, Kansas, and two grandchildren, Michael O'Dell and Reece Smalley.

COOPER, Warren William
1904-1991
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Warren William Cooper, 86, Stover, died Monday morning, Sept. 9, 1991, at Bothwell Regional Heath Center. He was born Nov. 5, 1904 in Glensted, Mo., son of Julius R. and Maude E. Sims Cooper. On Oct. 23, 1929, in Springfield, he married Evelyn I. Marriott, who survives of the home. Mr. Cooper attended business colleges in Sedalia and Miami, Ok. He opened grocery and general merchandise stores in Stover in 1926, Glensted in 1934, Warsaw in 1938 and Versailles in 1939. In 1960 he built and developed the Eastgate Shopping Center, Warsaw and Westview Shopping Center, Versailles. He also established the Stover Locker Plant in 1946 and the Park Hill and South View additions of Stover in 1976. He was a lifelong member of United Methodist Church, Stover, serving on the board of trustees for many years. He was a charter member of Stover Lions Club, a 50-year member of Versailles Masonic Lodge No. 320 A.F. and A.M., and a member of Stover Chamber of Commerce and the industrial Development Corp. He also belonged to the Melody Makers Band. He served on the board of directors of Farmers Bank for 32 years, resigning in 1988 and served as director emeritus. He was mayor of Stover from 1957-1971. Other survivors include two daughters, Gloria Cooper, New York, Linda Baker, Ankeny, Iowa; two brothers, Herbert Cooper, Warsaw, Robert Cooper, Stover; a sister, Virginia Ross, Versailles; and three grandchildren.

COOPER, William Harrison
1845-1931
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Passing Of Brownington Pioneer - William Harrison Cooper, was born near Byesville, Ohio, August 22, 1845. He came to Illinois with his parents before the Civil war, settling in Clark county where he enlisted in the 152nd Illinois regiment in January 1865, serving until the end of the war. He came to Missouri in 1868 and settled near Brownington and never married. He united with the Baptist church in 1869 at the old Ganoe schoolhouse near the present town cemetery, which at the time was used for both school and church services. As illustrative of the pioneer times of this section of the country, Uncle Will used to seem to enjoy telling the following story: He and his friend, Uncle Henry Stewart, who has since passed on before, wished to go to church at the above named schoolhouse, They had no shoes but they didn't allow that to stop them. Shortly after they were seated someone passed noiselessly by them up the aisle and lo, it was the minister, barefooted. Uncle Henry nudged Uncle Will and whispered, "We are not the only ones, Will; we are not the only ones!" For a number of years he had been living at the home of his niece, Mrs. L. M. Church, and at the home of his brother, John, at Brownington, where he passed quietly away the morning of July 23rd, at almost 86 years of age. He is survived by his two brothers, Samuel and John, both of Brownington and by his sister Mrs. A. Armstrong, of Santa Barbara, Calif., and by a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives and the host of friends known during his long stay in this locality. Funeral services were conducted at the home. Pallbearers were his nephews, Roy, Frank and Elbert Cooper, his great nephews, William and Roehl Church and an old friend, Arzah Church. He was laid to rest in the old Brownington cemetery at the side of his nephew and near the graves of his father, mother and sister and several other relatives, there to await the resurrection morn.

COOVER, Dora Emma LEAR
1901-1991
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Dora Emma Lear Coover, youngest child of William Fredrick and Belle (Hendrick) Lear was born February 16, 1901, near Urich. She departed this life September 1, 1991, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 90 years. After completing the elementary courses in a rural school in the community, she entered the Urich High School, which she attended for two years until her marriage on March 2, 1919, to Carl M. Coover, a veteran of World War I. One daughter, Genevieve, was born to this union. After her marriage, her home for several years was in Johnson County where they were occupied with farming. In 1932, the family moved to Henry County on the farm home where she was born and they resided there until the death of her husband in 1978. Her interest in local and county affairs was evidenced by the various organizations to which she belonged, and the different capacities in which she worked. She was a member of the B-Square Community Club. She served as president and treasurer of the American Legion Auxiliary and as secretary of the Urich Cemetery Association. She was a charter member of the Henry County Farm Bureau, was a member of the board for six years, two of which she served as secretary. She also served for a number of years on the women's activity committee of this organization. For 10 consecutive years she and her husband were sent to Jefferson City as delegates to the annual State Farm Bureau Convention. For more than half a century, she has been a member of the Urich Christian Church. She has served in many capacities. For three years she was chairman of the hospitality committee of the Christian Women's Fellowship. She has been active in church world service. She served for 12 years as secretary and treasurer of the Sunday school. After retirement from regular farm activities in 1958, she, with other members of her family, enjoyed traveling. They visited most of the outstanding points of interest in every state of the Union, except Alaska and Hawaii, in six of the Canadian Provinces and briefly in Old Mexico. In 1979 she traveled abroad to England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. Since the death of her husband in 1978, she has made her home with her daughter and husband in Harrisonville. Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister. She is survived by her daughter, Genevieve L. Creighton, and husband, Melville, Harrisonville; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Wednesday, September 4, 1991, at the Dickey Funeral Home in Garden City. Burial was in Urich Cemetery.

COOVER, Emma Elizabeth FARNSWORTH
1859-1933
Emma Elizabeth Farnsworth, daughter of Benjamin J. and Eliza Girdner Farnsworth was born October 12, 1859 near Holden, Mo., and passed to her haven of rest at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Clarence Lear, in Urich, Mo., June 9, 1933 after a lingering illness of several years. On December 25, 1881, she was united in marriage with Samuel Duncan Coover who was her constant companion and helpmate for 44 years, until his death seven years ago. To this union six children were born; two sons and four daughters, all of whom survive her. In 1897, Mrs. Coover united with the Christian Church at Quick City, Mo. She was a consistent, diligent worker in the church of her choice as long as her health would permit, and a faithful follower of her Master to the end of her pilgrimage. Mrs. Coover has fulfilled the great mission of life - service to those about her. She was indeed a noble woman and carried on in her life the sturdy virtues that so distinguished our pioneer forefathers. She was constantly exemplifying Christian virtues, and precepts. The silent influence of her life will be an inspiration to all who knew her intimately and her memory will be cherished by her family, her relatives, and her friends. To her children her passing means a real loss. They will miss the smile, the word of encouragement and the hand clasp but there still remains memories to encourage and uplift them. She leaves to mourn her death her children; Clay C. Coover of Kansas City, Mo., Carl M. Coover of Urich, Mo., Miss Elsie Coover of Seminole, Okla., Mrs. Jessie Meloy of Tulsa, Okla., Mrs. Jennings Atkins of Blairstown, Mo., and Mrs. Clarence Lear of Urich, Mo.; two granddaughters; Genevieve Coover and Betty Clay Coover; one brother, four sisters and a host of other relatives and friends.

COPELAND, Alfred Martin
1878-1961
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich-Montrose Herald Tidings, Aug 25 1961 - Last rites for A. M. Copeland, 82, LaDue, who died Aug. 20 at his home, were held Wednesday, Aug. 23, at LaDue Christian Church. Burial was in White Oak Cemetery. Alfred Martin Copeland was born Dec. 17, 1878, near St. James, Mo., one of six children of Thomas and Cynthia Fritz Copeland. Two brothers preceded him in death. He grew to manhood in the St. James vicinity. On July 4, 1907, he married Dina Wentzel and they established their home at Rolla, Mo., where Mr. Copeland taught in the elementary school. He followed the teaching profession for more than 10 years then engaged in farming. They farmed near Safe, Mo., and before retiring 14 years ago, farmed a few years at Lucas, south of Urich. Upon retirement they settled in LaDue which since had been the home. Quiet and unassuming Mr. Copeland carried himself with dignity. He is remembered for his most pleasant mannerisms, a smiling countenance, his honesty, integrity and his deep regard for his fellowman. He was well liked by all who knew him and deeply respected. He leaves his wife and daughter, Opal, of the home; three sons, Edgar and Elsworth of near Urich, Robert Lee, Wichita; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Frank (Rosa) Arnold, St. James, Mo.; two brothers, Chris, Safe, Mo., Robert, Rolla, Mo.; many other relatives and friends. One daughter preceded him in death.

COPELAND, Edgar M.
1914-1996
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Edgar M. Copeland, Urich, 82, died Thursday, August 15, 1996, at Westwood nursing home in Clinton. He was born January 10, 1914, in Safe, Mo., the son of Alfred Martin and Dinah Viola (Wentzel) Copeland. On June 7, 1941, Mr. Copeland was married to Maxine May Ryan in Clinton. He was a farmer and stockman until his retirement in 1985 and earlier he was employed as a truck driver for George Butcher in Urich. He had lived in Clinton and Lucas before moving to Urich in 1929. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Opal Strattman and Thelma Copeland. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Maxine Copeland of the home; three sons, Lenvil Copeland, Enid, Oklahoma, James K. Copeland and Bill Copeland, both of Garden City; two daughters, Mae Miller, Urich, and Sue Daniel, Clinton; 17 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Ellsworth Copeland, Urich, and Robert Copeland, Goddard, Kansas; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Monday, August 19 at Dickey Funeral Home in Garden City. Burial was in White Oak Cemetery.

COPELAND, Ellsworth Elmer
1917-2007
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Ellsworth Elmer Copeland, of Urich, Missouri was born April 3, 1917 in Safe, Missouri, the son of Alfred Martin and Dinah Viola (Wentzel) Copeland. He departed this life Saturday, July 28, 2007 at the Sunset Manor Nursing Home, Waverly, Kansas at the age of 90 years, 3 months and 25 days. On September 21, 1941, Ellsworth was united in marriage to Ruth Bernice Ryan in Clinton, Missouri. Ellsworth was a farmer and stockman until his retirement in 2000. He was a member of the Lucas United Methodist Church near Urich, Missouri. Ellsworth loved to spend time in the outdoors especially hunting and fishing. He had lived in Urich and Appleton City, Missouri before moving to Waverly, Kansas in October 2006. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Copeland on November 26, 2002; two brothers, Edgar and Robert Copeland and two sisters, Opal and Thelma Copeland. He is survived by a son, Richard Copeland and wife Kim, Topeka, Kansas; two daughters, Joan Copeland, Appleton City, Missouri, Lois Copeland, Waverly, Kansas; six grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 1, 2007 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, Missouri with burial in the White Oak Cemetery near Urich, Missouri.

COPELAND, Linville LeRoy
1944-1997
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Linville LeRoy Copeland, 53, formerly of Urich, died Wednesday, March 19, 1997, at his home in Enid, Oklahoma. Services will be held in Enid Oklahoma Friday, March 21.

COPELAND, Maxine May RYAN
1918-1997
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Maxine May Copeland of Urich was born June 18, 1918, near St. Francis, Kansas, the daughter of John Benjamin and Clara Estella (Ryun) Ryan. She died Friday, October 24, 1997, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 79 years, 4 months and 6 days. On June 7, 1941, Maxine was united in marriage to Edgar Martin Copeland in Clinton. Maxine was a homemaker and lived in Clinton and Lucas before moving to near Urich in 1946. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edgar, on August 15, 1996; a son, Lenvil, on March 19, 1997; two stepbrothers, Lawrence and Raymond Talley; a half-brother, Earl Talley, and an infant sister. She is survived by two sons, James K. Copeland, Adrian, and Bill Copeland, Garden City; two daughters, Mae Miller, Urich, and Sue Daniel, Clinton; 17 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; a sister, Ruth Copeland, Urich; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Monday, October 27, at Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City. Burial was in White Oak Cemetery near Urich.

COPELAND, Ruth B. RYAN
1920-2002
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 29 2002 - Ruth B. Copeland, 82, Appleton City, formerly of Urich, died Tuesday, November 26, 2002, at Bates County Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 30, at Consalus-Bradley Chapel, Clinton, with burial in White Oak Cemetery. She was born February 7, 1920, daughter of John Benjamin and Clara E. Ryun Ryan. She married Ellsworth Copeland at Clinton on September 21. She worked the women's department at Wal-Mart for several years. She lived most of her adult life in the Urich area, moving to Appleton City two years ago. She was a graduate of Clinton High School and a member of the Lucas United Methodist Church. She had been a PTA president and active in 4-H. Preceding her in death were a son, Ronald Ellsworth Copeland; one granddaughter, Debbie Lynn Copeland; a half-brother, Earl Talley; one sister, Maxine Copeland; two stepbrothers, Raymond Talley and Lawrence Talley. Survivors include her husband, Ellsworth, of the home; one son, Richard Copeland and wife Kim, Topeka, Kansas; two daughters, J. D. Powell and husband Richard, Appleton City, Lois Copeland, Raytown; seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

COPELAND, Saundra Dee BRYANT
1950-1998
Garden City Cemetery, Garden City, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Saundra Dee Copeland, 47, Urich, died Tuesday, March 3, 1998, at Research Medical Center. She was born April 26, 1950, in Stockton, California, the daughter of Robert Edwin and Patricia Lea (Michael) Bryant. Mrs. Copeland was a homemaker and earlier was employed at Peterson Manufacturing Company in Grandview. she grew up in the Dayton community near Garden City and moved to Urich in 1971. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Brenda S. Wilson. She is survived by a son, Robert Edwin Copeland and daughter-in-law, Tammy, Urich; a daughter, Carol Spitler, Urich; four granddaughters, Crystal, Lindsey, Samantha and Kesha; five brothers, Allen K. Michael, Robert E. Bryant and Randal E. Bryant, all of Garden City, Richard D. Bryant, Latour, and Ronald D. Bryant, Harrisonville; a sister, Roberta L Baker, Urich; a half-brother, Steven Seahorn, Raymore, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Friday, March 6, at the dicky Funeral Home in Garden City with burial in the cemetery there.

COPENHAVER, Zoe DODSON
1907-1995
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Zoe Copenhaver, 89, Lowry City, died Sunday, May 28, 1995, at Westwood Home, Clinton. She was born in St. Clair County, the daughter of John and Bessie Dodson. On October 9, 1926, she and LeRoy Copenhaver were united in marriage. They had one son, John Robert Copenhaver, who died in 1969. Mrs. Copenhaver lived in Lowry City for 50 years, where her husband managed the MFA store. Mrs. Copenhaver's great-grandparents, the Sharp family, donated the land where the Henry County Courthouse is located. The Copenhaver family was active in the Lowry City Methodist church where they donated their time and efforts to the cause of Jesus Christ. She is survived by two grandchildren, Jaime Copenhaver and wife Cheryl, of Mission Viejo, California, and Sheri Dent and husband Rick of Jacksonville, Florida; one sister Agnes Richeson and husband Estell of Lowry City; one daughter-in-law Sandra Fortense of Decatur, Illinois; one sister-in-law Grace Dodson, Clinton, and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Lowry City United Methodist Church, Thursday, June 1. Burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

COPOWYCZ, Kay Darlene CLEMENTS
1946-2014
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 18 2014 - Kay Darlene (Clements) Copowycz, 67, died Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at Westbrook Villas, Kearney. Kay was born September 16, 1946 in Kansas City, the daughter of Harold and Bonnie (Whistler) Clements. She was a lifelong bowler, and loved playing golf and "Majah." Kay was a member of the Eagles Lodge of Clinton and Meadowlake County Club. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Walt in February of 2010. Survivors include her children, Kim (Darin) Hertzberg and Christa (Gene) Millsap both of Excelsior Springs, Missouri, and Shane (Amy) Green of Kearney, Missouri, her brother, Donald (Kathleen) Clements of Blue Springs, Missouri, and their son, Robert Clements of Castorland, New York, 8 grandchildren; Kila, Kelsi, Dalton, Dane, Kaden, Mallory, Gage, and Piper, 2 step-sons, Jason and Shawn Copowycz, and step-grandchildren; children; Makenzie, Madison, and Grayson. Funeral services were held Friday, August 22, 2014 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, Missouri.

COPOWYCZ, Walter Joseph Jr.
1949-2010
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 20 2010 - Walter Joseph Copowycz Jr. - Walt departed this earth on January 17, 2010, at home surrounded by family. Walt was born on December 3, 1949, in Kansas City to Walter Joseph Copowycz Sr. and Louis Lombardi Copowycz. He attended Our Lady of Lourdes Grade School and graduated from Raytown South High School. Following high school, he joined the United States Marine Corps, serving in Vietnam. He was a highly decorated veteran who received numerous awards, including three Purple Hearts, during his terms of service. He was honorably discharged in 1970 as an E-5 Sergeant. Following his military service, he was employed by the United States Post Office, retiring in 2005 after 31 years of service. After his retirement from the post office, he founded Walt's Heating and Cooling, serving the Henry County area until the time of his death. His wife, Darlene Copowycz of the home; his mother Lois Copowycz of Kansas City; this two sons, Shawn Copowycz and wife Dawn, Pleasant Hill, and Jason Copowycz of Windsor; his sister Sarah Schmidtlein and husband Paul, Kansas City; brother John Copowycz of Raytown, and brother Duane and Liz Copowycz of Lee's Summit, as well as his three stepchildren, Christa and Gene Millsap of Excelsior Springs, Kim and Darin Hertzberg of Excelsior Springs and Shane and Amy Green of Holt; nine grandchildren, McKenzie, Madison, Kila, Kelsi, Dalton, Dane, Mallory, Caden and Gage, survive him. Walt donated his body to science in hopes of finding a cure for cancer. Military Honor Guard Presentation will take place at the Clinton Square on Saturday, January 23, reception to follow at the Clinton Elks Lodge.

COPPAGE, Adam
1871-1935
Antioch Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Jun 20 1935 - Adam Coppage, a respected and well liked colored man, died at 9:30 o'clock Saturday morning at his home on West Sedalia Ave., after an illness of more than six months. During his long illness he was faithfully cared for by his wife, Bertha Coppage and by his children. He is survived by his wife and six children, Lee Coppage, Mrs. Lillian Russell, of Clinton and Roy Coppage of Fort Scott, Kansas, and Walter Coppage, Chanute, Kansas, and Beulah Coppage and Mrs. Josephine Davis of Ft. Scott, Kans. The funeral service was at the Colored Baptist Church Monday afternoon. -- The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Jun 20 1935 - Adam Coppage, colored, died at his home in North Clinton Saturday at 9:30 p.m. from heart trouble and other complications. He was well known in Clinton, where his years of honest, thoro service to home owners made him quite necessary in keeping lawns smooth and yards attractive, always doing his job well and giving the best of his effort. The funeral was Monday afternoon at the Baptist church in charge of Consalus & Peck. He was employed at the Will Dorman and Mrs. H. H. Edmondson homes in later years. His stepfather, Joe Allen, and two sons, Ad and Walter, have given him devotion.

COPPAGE, Donald B.
1925-2004
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 28 2004 - Donald B. Coppage, 79, Harrisonville, was born May 14, 1925, at Urich. He died Friday, December 24, 2004, at Cass Medical Center in Harrisonville. Graveside services will be Wednesday, December 29, at the Urich Cemetery. Preceding him in death were his father C. C. Coppage; his mother Lucille Christey; sister Gwen Elliott, and stepfather Harold J. Christey. Survivors include his wife Ruth Jones Coppage; sister-in-law Jeanne Phillips; Anna L. Kinder; brother-in-law E. Dale Jones; several cousins and best friends, Gracy, Lucy and Buddy. Don and Ruth celebrated their golden anniversary in June 2000. They were married at the First Presbyterian Church in Mexico, Missouri, June 4, 1950. They moved to Kansas City in 1950 where he was employed for Brockette Cement Company, Botsford Readymix, Kissick Construction, Aylwood Products and Carter Waters Corporation, retiring in 1988. He and his wife are members of the United Methodist Church in Harrisonville.

COPPAGE, Geneva Ruth JONES
1930-2011
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 23 2011 - Geneva Ruth Coppage, 80, Harrisonville, died Wednesday, August 17, 2011, at the Crown Care Center of Harrisonville. Ruth was born on October 20, 1930, to Harrison & Wilma "Horn" Jones. She graduated from the Mexico High School in Mexico, Mo. She married Don Coppage and they were married for 61 years. Ruth loved her work as a hair dresser in the nursing home industry. Survivors include several nieces and nephews and many beloved friends. Preceding her in death were her husband; two brothers, Donald D. Jones and E. Dale Jones, and four sisters, Zella Jones, Doris Watts, Anna Kinder and Jeanne Phillips. Graveside service will be Friday, August 26, at Urich Cemetery.

COPPAGE, John Wesley
1844-1930
Hickory Grove Cemetery of Calhoun, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - John Wesley Coppage died at his home in Leeton, October 27, after an illness of almost five months, with uremic poisoning, following an operation in Kansas City. Deceased was born in Clinton, October 19, 1844, where he was raised and educated. He enlisted in the Confederate army near the beginning of the Civil war, and served until the close. He was wounded several times, was captured and paroled by being sent west to fight the Indians. He was united in marriage October 23, 1867 with Lenora Amelila Avery, she being the daughter of the late Judge and Mrs. William Avery. Soon after their marriage they went to housekeeping near Hickory Grove church, where they lived until the death of Mrs. Coppage. Thirteen children blessed this union, nine of whom survive as follows: Mrs. W. J. Whidbee, Tulsa, Okla.; Rev. J. O. Coppage, San Antonio, Tex.; Mrs. S. J. Tapley, Colorado Springs, Colo.; Mrs. T. R. Whidbee, Leeton, H. T. Coppage, Cripple Creek, Colo.; Rev. O. C. Coppage, Kress, Tex.; C. C. Coppage, Hume, Mo.; Mrs. C. B. Robbins, Leeton; C. G. Coppage, Nevada. His first wife died November 14 1911, and he was again united in marriage to Mrs. S. I. Williams, March 2 1915, who survives. She with his four children, who live in Missouri gave him devoted care during his last illness. He united early in life with the M. E. church, South, being one of the charter members of the Hickory Grove Church when it was organized. He continued an active and steadfast member throughout the remainder of his life. He leaves to survive him, besides his wife and children, one aged sister, Mrs. F. M. Wise, near Leeton, 17 grandchildren and one great grand child. Funeral services were conducted at the First Baptist church in Leeton, Tuesday afternoon. Burial was in the Hickory Grove Cemetery. Two of his children outside the state attended the funeral services, H. T. Coppage, Cripple Creek, Colo., and Rev. O. C. Coppage, Kress, Tex.

COPPAGE, Lenora Amelia AVERY
1847-1911
Hickory Grove Cemetery of Calhoun, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. J. W. Coppage Stricken With Paralysis Monday Evening. - On Tuesday the sad news of the death of Mrs. J. W. Coppage of near Hickory Grove, was spread over the community. She was born in August 1847 and died Tuesday morning, November 14, at 1:30 p.m., being 64 years and about 4 months of age. On Monday Mrs. Coppage helped do a large washing, and at the supper table that evening complained of feeling sick and continued to grow worse until 7:30 when she was stricken with paralysis. She lingered until 1:30 Tuesday morning when the final summons came. Her husband and nine children survive; thirteen children having been born to this union; also one brother, Ed Avery and one sister, Mrs. M. F. Finks to mourn the loss of a loved one who has always been a kind and esteemed friend to all who knew her. The funeral services were conducted Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 by Rev. Lawrence Orr at the family home near Hickory Grove. A large crowd of sorrowing friends had gathered there to pay their last tribute to the mother who was esteemed so highly by her many friends. The remains were laid to rest in the Wiley (now known as Hickory Grove, Tebo Twp) cemetery near that place.

COPPAGE, William C.
1811-1877
Hickory Grove Cemetery of Calhoun, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
A Good Man Sleepeth. Died - On Tuesday morning, May 28th, at his residence near Hickory Grove, Tebo township, Wm. Coppage, aged 67 years. The deceased was an old citizen of the county, and resided in Clinton at an early period in the town's history. His daughter, Mrs. McD. Collins, was the second female infant born in the town. Of a kind and amiable disposition and even temper, it has been asserted by those who have known him for a quarter of a century, that during which time they have never known the deceased to use a harsh or unkind word. Few such men live, and it is not strange that the world learns to love them fondly, and that many sad eyes and aching hearts follow them to the grave. - St. Louis Christian Advocate, Abstract of Obituary - William Coppage was born in Culpepper Co., Va, Sept 17, 1811. In the year 1836 he emigrated to Mo. and settled in Henry Co. Mo., and for 30 years followed his profession as tailor in the town of Clinton. A few years since he moved to the country and commenced farming, where he spent the remainder of his life. He was converted at a Camp Meeting held at Drake's Camp Ground and joined the MECS in 1846. He had tried to see all of his children grown and in the Church, who with his weeping widow sorrow not as those that have no hope.

COPPLE, Judy Faye WAIBEL
1946-2000
Drakes Chapel Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 6 2000 - Judy F. Copple, Clinton, was born on July 3, 1946, in Boonville. She died Thursday, October 5, 2000, at Bothwell Hospital, Sedalia. She was the daughter of the late Harry and Barbra (King) Waibel. On August 30, 1968, she married Roger Copple in Independence, who survives her of the home. In 1964 she graduated from the William Chrisman High School. After graduation she was employed by Montgomery Wards Department Stores in Kansas City from 1964 to 1971. They moved to Otterville and lived there from 1972 to 1980. While living there she was an abstract clerk under the supervision of the late Mrs. L. Brown at the Pettis County Abstract and Title Company in Sedalia. In 1980 they moved to Clinton and she became the manager of the Henry County Abstract and Title Company and held that position until 1997 when due to ill health she had to retire. Judy was the mother of Troy Copple and Lea Etta Peterson, both of Clinton. She was also the step-mother of Liz Anne Conners of Lee's Summit, Roger Copple II of Overland Park, Kansas, and John Copple of Greenwood. She was the grandmother of four and the step-grandmother of 11 grandchildren. Judy enjoyed barrel racing, the rodeo, being the president of the Business and Professional Women's Club and a loving wife and friend. Funeral services were held at the Drake's Chapel United Methodist Church on Monday, October 9. Burial was in the Drake's Chapel Cemetery.

CORBIN, Helena B. LUCKAN
1932-2001
Iconium Cemetery, Iconium, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 29 2001 - Helena B. (Luckan) Corbin, 69, Lowry City, died Tuesday, August 28, 2001, at the Sac-Osage Hospital in Osceola. She was born in Amoret and was a longtime Osceola and Lowry City area resident. She was a nurse's aide. Funeral services will be Thursday, August 30, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Iconium Cemetery, near Osceola.

CORBIN, Inez F.
1920-2004
Harper Cemetery, Quincy, Hickory Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 17 2004 - Funeral services for Inez F. Corbin, 83, Osceola, will be Tuesday, May 18, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Homee, Osceola, with burial at Harper Cemetery near Osceola.

CORBIN, Martha E. BOTTS
1844-1932
Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Jan 14 1932 - Martha E. Botts was born December 3, 1844, at Salem, Ind., and passed away at her home near Montrose, Tuesday, January 5, at 6 a.m. She was married to Thos. P. Corbin, February 20, 1866, at Palestine, Ill. To this union three children were born, two sons dying in infancy. The surviving daughter, Mrs. D. D. Spurgeon, who has been so devoted to her mother, is left to mourn her departure, also two devoted grandsons, Fay Rhoads of the home and Dean Rhoads of Wichita, Kansas. These boys were reared in the home of their grandmother. She united with the Methodist church at an early age, and later united with the Christian, as there was no Methodist church close. She ever lived a true Christian and will be sadly missed by her family and neighbors. To know her was to love her. She was only bedfast a little over a week having taken her bed on Sunday afternoon the week before and had suffered a paralytic stroke a few days before. Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at the Bear Creek church. She was laid to rest in the Bear Creek cemetery by the side of her husband.

CORBIN, Talbert Floyd
1922-1969
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
The Sedalia Democrat, Sedalia MO, Sunday, Nov 30 1969 - WINDSOR - Talbert Floyd Corbin, 47, Route 3, died at 10:25 a.m. Friday at Veterans Hospital in Kansas City. He was born Sept. 27, 1922, in Higginsville to Wade H. and Vernie Corbin. He married Dec. 31, 1946 to Anna L. Treece of Higginsville in Kansas City, Kan. In 1968 he and his family moved to a farm in the Windsor area. Surviving are his wife and daughter, Shirley Corbin, both of the home; his mother, Mrs. Vernie Corbin, and one brother, Wade H. Corbin Jr., both of Warrensburg. Preceding him in death were his father and one brother, Ervin Corbin. Funeral services will be held Monday at the First Baptist Church. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

CORDELL, D. B.
1920-2003
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 25 2003 - D. B. Cordell, 82, Raytown, died April 2, 2003, at Research Hospital in Kansas City from complications of a stroke. He was born August 19, 1920, to James G. Cordell and Cena L. (McKinney) Cordell at Weaubleau. He was the youngest of four children. He was preceded in death by his parents, on brother, Leonard, and two sisters, Opal and Thelma. He attended school at Ballard, going to the eighth grade. On November 26, 1944, he was united in marriage to Icel Louise (Penn) Cordell. They were married 49 years before she preceded him in death on December 16, 1993. To this union, one son, was born, Duane, who was born February 2, 1954. While living in Clinton, he was employed by Wilkinson Funeral Home as a funeral assistant, Anderson Hatchery as a truck driver hauling chickens and worked for Curtis Candy selling and delivering candy. In 1954, Dee and Icel moved to Kansas City, living in an apartment on Troost Avenue, moving to 1329 Cypress, also in Kansas City. In 11966, they moved to Raytown, living there for a total of 36 years. In Kansas City, he worked for Borden's Dairy, the milkman for President Harry S. Truman, before, during and after his presidency. He sold insurance for K. C. Life, then went to work for the Kansas City School district as a maintenance worker. He retired in 1982 after 23 years of service. After he retired, he and Icel enjoyed planting a big garden in their backyard, travelling, visiting friends and relatives, far and near, and enjoying life to the fullest. He also enjoyed going to monthly breakfast with retirees from the Kansas City School District and helping his son and grandson at Creative Dental Arts on Tuesday and Friday evenings. Being a grandfather to his only grandson, Dustin A. Cordell, was one of his favorite things. Dustin spent a lot of time with him. Dustin mowed his lawn with a lawn tractor that was bought for him and they'd go to McDonald's, Ponderosa or Old Country Buffet to eat lunch. They would go for walks in the park, visiting with friends along the way. He is survived by his only child, Duane B. and daughter-in-law, Leslie and grandson, Dustin A. (Dusty Boy) Cordell, all of Lee's Summit. Funeral services were held April 7 at Newcomer's Floral Hills Chapel. Burial was in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens.

CORDELL, Icel Louise PENN
1926-1993
Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Icel Louis Cordell, 67, Raytown, formerly of Clinton, died Thursday, December 16, 1993 at Park Lane Medical Center in Kansas City. Services were Monday at the Newcomer's Floral Hills Chapel, Kansas City. Burial was in Floral Hills Cemetery. Mrs. Cordell worked as a tax processor for the IRS. She was born in Lowry City, daughter of Robert Daniel and Georgia Thurman Penn. She was married to D. B. Cordell, who survives. Also surviving is one son, Duane Cordell of Lee's Summit; her mother, Georgia Penn of Raytown; a brother, Bob Penn of Paola, Kansas; two grandchildren.

CORDELL, Tillie Myrtle DOLL
1905-2004
Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 12 2004 - Tillie Myrtle Cordell, daughter of Jacob Leonard and Onia Walsh Doll, was born December 1, 1905, in Culver, Bates County, and died Sunday, January 25, 2004, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Tillie was married to Leonard L. Cordell, who preceded her in death September 20, 1986. She was a homemaker. She was a member of the First Christian Church, Clinton. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Leonard; one great-great-grandson, Dillon Walrath; two sons-in-law, Curtis Loyd and Leroy Steward; three brothers, Harry Doll, Clarence Doll and Arlie Doll and three sisters, Jeanette Stewart, Leona Holman and Pearl Moree. She is survived by three daughters, Bonna June Loyd, Peggy Collins and husband Carl, and Linda Steward, all of Clinton; one sister Mary Urick, St. Joseph; nine grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren and 16 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Tuesday, January 27. Burial was in Mullin Cemetery, Urich.

CORDRY, John Rayburn
1850-1914
Montrose Recorder, Feb 27 1914 - The death of no man living would have given us a greater shock or produced deeper sorrow than did the death of our very dear brother, John Rayburn Cordry. He was born in Buchanan County, Mo., April 9th 1850. When he was about two years of age his parents moved to Cooper county. He was one of twelve children, four brothers and seven sisters. His father, mother, one brother and four sisters, preceded him to the great beyond. His father died Dec. 7th 1896 and mother Feb. 11, 1911. He was married to Sophia Downs, October 19th 1871. To this union were born, five children, one dying in infancy. He leaves a wife and four children to mourn his loss. Those living are Claude W. and Nora Pearl of Montrose, Myrtle I. and Clyde C. of Otterville, Mo. He professed religion and joined the Cumberland Presbyterian church in 1872, was elected elder of the Pleasant Hill congregation in 1887 and remained an elder there until the spring of 1911 when he moved his membership to Montrose congregation in Henry county, Mo., and was elected elder and remained so until his death. He was superintendent of the Sunday School. He died Sunday morning Feb. 15, 1914 age 63 years, 10 months and 6 days. Truly a great man has fallen in our midst. We cannot think of anyone who will ever be able to fill his place in the church of his choice, but we are hoping and praying that his mantle may fall on his sons. The writer assisted by Rev. Whitehead of Otterville, his former pastor, preached his funeral to a large crowd of five or six hundred people, after which we laid all of him that was mortal in the tomb in the cemetery at Otterville. That which made him so good and so true has gone to swell with the immortals. He has gone to be with those he loved and lost awhile, who had crossed the stream of death before, and whom he had prepared to meet in the land of peace and blessedness. The father, mother and other loved ones that had gone before, to whose memories he was so constant and true have welcomed him to that home where there are no graves, no death, no tears, no parting. Kind, brave, gentle, heroic friend we wave thee our parting salutation and our tenderest benedictions. We shall always feel the power and impress of thy example and the encouragement which comes from a beautiful and unselfish life. We rejoice that thou hast entered upon they reward which the son of God died to give those who put their trust in him. Words cannot express how keenly we feel our loss. The loss seems irreparable and would seem unbearable but for the assurance we have that we shall soon meet again. May God's richest blessings rest upon his loved ones that are left behind is the prayer of his pastor and his church. - W. S. Winstead.

CORDRY, Melissa Jane
1849-1923
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Melissa Jane Cordry, beloved wife of W. D. Cordry, passed away at 5:30 Tuesday morning. She has, for three years, been an invalid, sitting patiently in her arm chair. This spring she had influenza and never quite recovered from the effects, though was up again. She attended the C. P. revival one night in her chair, but soon suffered another stroke of paralysis. She laid as if half asleep for eighteen days and was very tenderly granted every wish and the best of care by her husband, Mr. Pat Cordry, son and wife and other relatives and neighbors. Although everything was done that could be, she went to sleep Friday morning to awake in that better land. She was born in Jackson county, West Virginia, September 4, 1849; died in Montrose, Mo., 5:30 a.m., May 8, 1923. Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday, May 9th at the C. P. Church. Interment in Montrose Cemetery. Mrs. Cordry was a member of the C. P. church of Montrose and enjoyed the work in the Aid and the Missionary societies, still keeping her name on the books after her illness. She has three sons -- Raybourn of Moscow, Kansas; Jim of Pratt county, Kansas, and Pat of Montrose, Mo; one daughter -- Mrs. Carrie Kaufman of California. Pat was with his mother day and night during her long illness. Raybourn and Jim came in to see their mother, but her condition seeming unchanged Monday evening, they returned to their homes and could not return in time for the funeral. Walter Cordry of El Dorado, Mo., was here for the funeral. Carrie was unable to come on account of her health and the long distance.

COREY, Anson
1840-1919
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Death of Anson Corey. This occurred at his home on East Ohio street, at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 10th, 1919. For the last ten years he had lived just across the railroad from Snodgrass Greenhouses, where he raised strawberries and fancy chickens. He had complained of a growth in his chest the last few years and although the day before his death he was able to walk to Mr. Snodgrass' residence, he was so ill they sent for his friend J. L. Swadner to pass the night with him and Mr. Corey told him he could not get well. He had the ten talents and time hanging heavy on his hands he rented a small shop up town and mended shoes. Deceased came to Clinton at the close of the Civil war with his parents (now buried in Englewood) and only brother Marshal, who resides in Pomeroy, Washington, and was telegraphed for, while the remains were carried to Spore's Undertaking rooms and embalmed, at await his brother. Mr. Corey was near his 80th birthday and was born in London, Madison County, Ohio. Those who came with the Corey's from Ohio were Dave Daum, now residing in California and W. H. Roberts (now buried in Durango, Colo.) He was a college graduate, a fine musician, being one of the best in Clinton's early day band and an artist of unusual merit. For near a quarter of a century he ran a photograph gallery in Clinton. Quiet, unobtrusive, he won all for his friends who knew him. His life was of unusual sweetness and purity. Just before his death he called for his friend Dolph Boyd to write some papers for him, but Mr. Boyd was attending to wheat harvest on his farm and could not be reached in time.

COREY, Lucinda WINTERS
1813-1898
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - About 2:30 Tuesday afternoon, Mesdames Marsh and Watkins stepped into the home of Mrs. Lucinda Corey and found that her spirit had taken its flight and only the familiar form, lifeless remained. She had been ailing with bowel trouble several days but had set the table for dinner and drank some tea, then feeling weak, laid down, and her son Anson went up town after dinner, when she went into the kitchen for something, where she dropped lifeless and was soon found by the ladies. Born in Springfield, Ohio, May 5, 1813 and married Joshua Corey May 9, 1839. Moved to Missouri in 1866 and have continued to reside except a year's absence in Oregon in '72 and '73. Her husband preceded her to the spirit world nine years ago April 23. Their only children survive - Anson, who has lived with his mother, and Marshall who lives near Humansville. 85 years of age, always active, never gave up, ever ready to do a kind act, she was one of the best women ever lived and sweet may be her rest. Burial in Englewood.

CORMENY, David Everett
1938-2009
Mt. Zion Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 20 2009 - David Everett Cormeny, 70, died Thursday, July 16, 2009, at his home, "Tick Ridge," in Deepwater. David was born August 29, 1938, in Oswego, Kansas, the son of Waldo "Monk" and Augusta Lillian "Peggy" (Oschienbien) Cormeny. He married his high school sweetheart, Carol Morrow, the local sheriff's daughter, on June 9, 1957, in Oswego. David was a social studies teacher at Westridge Middle School (previously Hillcrest Junior High) in Overland Park, Kansas, until his retirement in May 1993. David and Carol moved to their "Tick Ridge" home on the north side of Truman Lake in Deepwater in 1998. David had built the place himself, clearing trees and constructing his home by hand. He was meticulous about caring for the property, enjoyed feeding the wildlife and cherished the annual family gatherings. He also liked playing cards with his wife and friends and would head to the casino from time to time to hit the slot machines. He liked to fish, but enjoyed telling fishing stories more. He always loved visiting with family and friends, adored his grandchildren and doted on his cats, Midnight and Sunshine. David was just a special person who adored his family and friends and lived life to the fullest. David will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife, Carol of the home; two sons, Cole Cormeny and his wife Theresa, Overland Park, Kansas, Clay Cormeny and his wife Donna, Olathe, Kansas; one daughter, Delin Wareham and her husband Chris, Alpine, Utah; two sisters, Joann Robinson and her husband M.D. (Curly), Parsons, Kansas, and Louise Lewis of Chanute, Kansas; five grandchildren, Eli, Jake, Rachel, Millie and Joey, and a large extended family. His parents and his brother, Robert Cormeny, preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 21, at Consalus Funeral Home, Clinton. Burial will follow at the Mt. Zion Cemetery, Deepwater.

CORNELIUS, Charles Lee
1931-2012
Beloved husband and father Charles Lee Cornelius, 80, Urich, MO, passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2012 surrounded by his family. Lee is survived by his wife Delores, of 58 and a half years; daughter, Peggy Cornelius; two sons, Russell (Lisa) and Charles (Dawn); five grandchildren, Mary Fugate, Victoria Aguilar, Anthony Johnston, Andrea Mitchell and Sammy Cornelius and twelve great-grandchildren; three sisters, Pearl Ciko, Genevieve Spini, and Lucy Camerillo; one brother Larry (Jerilyn) Cornelius. He was preceded in death by siblings Virginia Stinnett, Marie Ewing, Samuel Cornelius, and Lorraine Mellon. Memorial will be Saturday, March 31 at the D.W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Funeral Home and Cemetery in Kansas City, MO. Lee was a US Marine combat veteran who served in the Korean conflict and served in the Urich American Legion post. He loved and restored Studebakers.

CORNELIUS, Jessie E.
1897-1919
Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Jul 8 1921 - Jesse E. Cornelius was born at Maurine, Henry county, Mo., Oct. 6, 1897 departed this life at the Meuse Hospital, Meuse, France, of pneumonia, Feb. 28, 1919, being 22 years, 4 months and 26 days of age. Jesse Cornelius enlisted in what was known as Co. F, at Clinton, May 6, 1917; sailed for France, May 18th, 1918. During the war he was a member of the 129th Machine Gun Battalion. After the armistice was signed, he was transferred to 138th Infantry, remaining on duty until a few days of his death. He leaves to mourn his loss his parents, A. N. Cornelius and wife of LaDue; two brothers -- Leroy Cornelius, Nevada; Samuel W., LaDue; and one sister, Mrs. W. F. Anderson of Appleton City, and a host of relatives and friends who feel the burden of the great sacrifice he has made for us all. While at home he was a great boy for home, devoted to his parents, a friend to all he came in contact with. The demonstrations at his funeral only speaks the loudest words of praise for the supreme sacrifice he had made for us. Funeral services were held at the LaDue Baptist church July 3, 1921. His remains were laid to rest at the Bear Creek cemetery, after all that loving hands could do for him, for he has given all for us, where to wait until God shall right all wrongs.

CORNELL, Fred
1886-1901
Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Jul 1901 - July 4, about 60 from Coal and vicinity took their dinner and started for the banks of Grand River, about five miles south, with the view of having a good time, feasting and fishing, but they all returned home very sad. Fred Cornell, about 14, and little brother, were with the party and after they reached the river and went swimming, Fred was drowned in about five feet of water. Walter McCown and M. F. Green found the body and Dr. Orear assisted them with it to the bank. The remains of the unfortunate youth were then placed in W. H. Whitlow's wagon and taken back to the home of his father in Coal. He was a member of the Lowry City Baptist Church and as Parson Wears was unable to preach the funeral, it will be preached later. The remains were buried at Good Hope Saturday.

CORNELL, Hazel Alice FAHNESTOCK
1915-1999
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 7 1999 - Hazel Alice Fahnestock Cornell, daughter of Jacob and Marsha Marie Cummings Fahnestock, was born July 23, 1915. in Bates County and died Thursday, September 23, 1999, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Clinton. Hazel was married to Fred Raymond Cornell on December 27, 1931. She worked for Osage Valley Electric for 28 years before she retired in 1981. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton and was an avid bowler and a former board member of the WIBC. She also loved to travel. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Fred on December 17, 1991; her daughter, JoAnn on June 5, 1999, and two sisters and three brothers. She is survived by one son, Richard Dale Cornell of Harrisonville; four daughters, Marie Wilson of Calhoun, Betty Blumhost of Locust Grove, Oklahoma, Freda Engelhart of Lee's Summit, and Connie Sue Sanchez of Gilroy, California; two brothers, Glen Fahnestock of Chico, California. and Lloyd Fahnestock of Warsaw, as well as 18 grandchildren. 23 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Monday, September 27. Burial was in the Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery.

CORNELL, Howard Gene
1942-2011
Missouri Veterans Cemetery at Higginsville, Lafayette Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 23 2011 - Gene Cornell, 69, Clinton, died peacefully on Friday, August 12, 2011, at Golden LivingCenter-Westwood in Clinton. He was born May 12, 1942 in Butler, the son of Wilbur Cornell and Thelma Irene (Thomas) Cornell. Gene attended college at Central Missouri State University, now known as University of Central Missouri. While in college, he met the love of his life and married "Regi" Brown on August 23, 1969. She survives of the home. He was a Veteran of the United States Army where he received the Purple Heart. Gene was a science and math teacher for Leeton, Sherwood and Holden schools. He was selected as science teacher of the year and won a trip to Boston, Massachusetts. He began the Science Olympiad and Quiz Bowls everywhere he taught. Gene sponsored science clubs, yearbook and led students on many various outdoor projects. Gene and Regi worked very hard to bring the Katy Trail to Clinton and continued to be tireless volunteers. They also ran the BMX track for two years and helped with the Clinton Park and Recreation Day Camp for several years. Gene's love of astronomy led him to present programs on astronomy at the Henry County Library. In addition to his wife Regi, surviving are a son Matt Cornell and his wife Sarah, Springfield; a daughter Shawna Cornell of Windsor; one grandson Cody Cornell of Springfield; a sister Peggy Stucki and her husband Charles, Marionville, and a sister-in-law Susan Cornell of St. Louis. Gene was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Raymond Cornell. Memorial military graveside services will be Friday, August 26, at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville.

CORNETT, John Braxton
1854-1944
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
John Braxton Cornett was born April 14, 1854 in White Oak township, Henry County, Mo. He passed away at seven o'clock, Thursday evening, June 22, 1944 at the age of 90 years, 2 months and 8 days, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Pressie Hampton. He was united in marriage to Sarah Blevins May 30, 1879, and spent 58 years at the farm home 4 1/2 miles east of Urich, Mo. She passed away July 20, 1938. He is survived by five daughters: Mrs. Pressie Hampton and Mrs. Pearlie Sanders, both of Urich; Mrs. Hallie Marksberry of Harrisonville, Mo.; Mrs. Eva Hunter of Kansas City Mo. and Mrs. Bonnie Sanders of Kansas City, Mo. Four grandchildren also survive. They are: Lucille Hunter Montsinger of Kansas City, Mo.; Virgie Marksberry Weess of Urich, Mo., Chester Marksberry of Clarkesville, Iowa. Ten great grandchildren also survive. The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Urich Baptist Church. Burial was in the Norris cemetery.

CORNETT, Sarah Jane BLEVINS
1879-1938
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. J. B. Cornett`s earthly life came to a close at 1:35 p.m. Sunday, July 31, 1938 at the home place 4 1/2 miles east of Urich, Mo. Her age was 79 years. She had been afflicted with heart trouble and high blood pressure but she had been in her usual health until Wednesday, July 20 when she suffered a fall. Mrs. Cornett's maiden name was Sarah Jane Blevins. She was born near Hartwell, Mo. and was the daughter of Press and Nancy Ann Blevins. On May 30, 1879 she was united in marriage with John B. Cornett. They have spent the last 58 years at the present home place. Besides her companion of many years, she is survived by five daughters - Mrs. Harve (Tressie B.) Hampton of Chilhowee, Mo.; Mrs. Wm. R. (Pearlie A.) Sanders of Joplin, Mo.; Mrs. Hallie Marksberry of Harrisonville, Mo.; Mrs. Robert (Eva) Hunter of Kansas City, Mo.; Mrs. Sterling (Bonnie) Calvert of Nevada, Mo.; Also the following grandchildren: Mrs. Virginia Weess, Blairstown, Mo.; Lucille Hunter, Kansas City, Mo.; Chester Marksberry of Garden City, Mo.; and Fred Marksberry of Clarksville, Ia.; six great grandchildren - Hallie Maxine and Inez Marksberry, Lavon and Anna Louise Waugh, Wanda Marie Weess and Clara Lee Marksberry; also five nephews and seven nieces. She also leaves four sisters - Mrs. Julia Davis and Mrs. Nora L. Hall of Independence, Mo.; Mrs. Nancy Ann DeArmond of Siloam Springs, Ark.; and Mrs. Lottie Shaver of Colorado Springs, Colo. The daughters and two sisters - Mrs. Davis and Mrs. Hall - were present at the funeral. Mrs. Cornett was a member of Hartwell Baptist church and also a member of the Henry County Auxiliary of United Spanish War Veterans. Her life has been spent in the one community, where she was surrounded by neighbors and friends who loved her for her true friendship and kindliness to all about her. She was devoted to her family and home, finding pleasure in doing the many little things her hands found to do that would bring happiness to others. Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday afternoon. Burial was made in the Norris cemetery.

CORNETT, William Franklin
1856-1927
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
William Franklin Cornett was born March 25, 1856, in Henry county, Mo.; departed this life October 22, 1927, at the age of 71 years, 6 months and 27 days. He was the youngest son of Braxton and Eveline Cornett. The parents and an only sister preceded him to that home over there some years ago. Frank, as he was called by all, left his old home state at the age of 21 years, in company with two of his boyhood friends and located in California, where he resided for 15 years. Going from there to Silverton, Colorado in the year of 1892, where he engaged in mining for six years. Frank was an accomplished musician. Many of his friends of boyhood days remember him as being almost inseparable from his violin. As time wore on his interest in and desire for music never waned and for years he devoted practically all of his time to his music. Frank played in all the best operas throughout the states of California, new Mexico and Arizona. He always played the leading part and kept his pianist employed by the year. It was while Frank was playing one evening in the Grand Opera House in Silverton, Colo., that he met Senator Clark from Montana, who was making a tour of the western states, and going to the opera on this particular evening, became very much impressed with the music, and upon gaining an introduction to Frank, made a contract with him to play in opera at butte, Mont. for one year. It was the close of this contract that he made his last visit with home folks. Going from here to Silver City, New Mexico in 1898, he had made his home in and around Demming and Silver City ever since, as he had mining interests in this district. Frank was a jolly, good natured bachelor, with a kind word and good deed for all, and made a host of friends wherever he went upon his rambles, and was planning another visit to home folks soon. Upon the morning of October 10th, he was seized with a stroke of paralysis and taken to the hospital at Silver City, where he passed away 12 days later. The body left Silver City on Monday at 4 p.m., and reached Urich, Thursday noon, where it was taken to the home of his brother, John B. Cornett, where the funeral services were conducted on Friday, October 28th, after which the remains were tenderly laid to rest in the Norris cemetery. Among the sorrowing relatives and friends were Uncle Jack Overbey, who was Frank's former teacher, and who remembers his childhood days so well. He leaves to mourn his loss an only brother, John B. Cornett and wife, their children and nephew, Oscar Victor and wife, all of whom were present at the funeral.

CORNICK, Effie Mae GREEN
1872-1937
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Sep 16 1937 - Mrs. Arthur Cornick passed peacefully at 3:30 a.m. Friday to the bright shores of Eternity, where her burden of ill health and bravely borne suffering was laid down for a garment of immortality. Mrs. Cornick had suffered 2 1/2 years from diabetes which had aggravated a bronchial condition and the past year had confined her to bed. She made no complaint throughout weary months and in answer to inquires always replied that she did not suffer, wanting to keep her family from worry and unhappiness as much as was possible. Effie Mae Green was born in Clinton, May 14, 1872, the only daughter of Horatio Green and his wife Harriet Bledsoe Green, who had come here soon after the war. Dr. Green was the first dentist in Clinton in those early years. All of her life was spent in Clinton, save one year she was with her parents in Osceola. She attended the local schools and early utilizing her gift with a needle was an expert in Mr. Windsor's tailoring shop for years. September 2, 1903 Miss Green became the wife of J. Arthur Cornick who was then in the transfer business. They had furnished their home at 615 South Carter street and having it all in readiness were married there, where they made their home for the next 23 years. Two sons were given their union, who with their two daughters, the only grandchildren, survive with Mr. Cornick. Mrs. Cornick was a good mother and a religious character, who was first a member of the Presbyterian church though she later became a member of the First M. E. congregation that was a source of strength and consolation to her. She was also a Yeoman in years past. Mrs. Cornick was firm in her convictions, a great reader and a deep Bible student, being well informed on most subjects. She was always a beautiful seamstress and enjoyed making little dresses for her two small granddaughters who were a great pleasure to her. Patient and brave she was beloved by neighbors and friends as well as her family. One brother, Walter Green, of Galesburg, Ill., and one half-sister, Mrs. Orin Gaskill, of Dennison, Tex., are the only survivors other than Mr. Cornick and the two sons, Arthur G. of Nevada, and Robert Dean of Clinton. The funeral services were Saturday at the Consalus and Peck Funeral Home and the body was borne to its rest in Englewood.

CORONA, Jerry Tim
1940-2004
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 3 2004 - Jerry Tim Corona, 63, Clinton, died Monday, November 1, 2004, at his home. He was born December 2, 1940 in Warsaw, the son of Franklin and Virginia (Weter) Corona. Survivors include his mother Virginia Corona, Clinton; his brothers David Corona of Gravois Mills and Franklin Valdo Corona, Albuquerque, New Mexico; his foster brother Donnie Bayes, Biloxi, Mississippi; his aunt Evelyn Hughes, Clinton, and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Thursday, November 4, at Englewood Cemetery.

CORONA, Virginia Lee
1922-2006
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 26 2006 - Virginia Lee Corona, 84, Clinton, died Friday, December 22, 2006, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Clinton. Graveside services will be Wednesday, December 27, at Englewood Cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Franklin Valdo Corona of Moriarty, New Mexico, and David Joe Corona, Gravois Mills, and one sister, Evelyn Hughes of Clinton, as well as a number of grandchildren.

CORPIER, Joey Ray
1965-2008
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 15 2008 - Joey Ray Corpier, 42, Clinton, died Sunday, January 13, 2008. Graveside services will be held January 17, 2008 at Englewood Cemetery in Clinton, Missouri. Joey was born on November 10, 1965 in Sedalia, Missouri, son of Rocky and Anna Gehlken Corpier. Joey was a member of the Lion’s Club. He loved motorcycles and going on bike rides. He enjoyed working with the Toys for Tots organization. Preceding him in death was his father, Rocky Corpier. Survivors include his wife, Suzette of the home; three sons, Josh Corpier, Roy Corpier, Travis Bouge; two daughters, Kimberly Calton, Amanda (Donald) Hockman; one brother, Greg Corpier; one sister, Kimberly Fuelling; two nephews and two nieces.

CORRELL, Helen Lucille GRASHER
1909-1995
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Helen Lucille Correll was born June 11, 1909, in Hartwell, the first child of William Phillip and Nettie Jane Armstrong Grasher. She graduated from Clinton High School in 1927 and attended CMSU prior to teaching school. On May 7, 1930, she married Raymond D. Correll of the Delmar community and moved to a farm in the Mt. Carmel neighborhood where she lived for 45 years. Upon the death of her husband in 1975 she moved to Clinton and became very involved in the community. Helen was an active member of the LaDue United Methodist Church for over 50 years, a Past Matron of the Clinton Chapter #73 of the Order of Eastern Star and a Past District Deputy Grand Matron of the 37th District. She spent many hours working with 4-H, Red Cross, the senior citizens group and wherever she could lend a helping hand. Helen is survived by two daughters, Barbara Staples of Clinton and Margaret Ann Brown of Leawood, Ks.; a sister, Ruby Zellers of Raytown; a brother, Lloyd Grasher of Fremont, California; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Saturday, February 25. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. -- Helen Lucille Correll, 85, Clinton, died Thursday, February 23, 1995, at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City.

CORRY, Joshua
1814-1889
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Apr 1889 - Joshua Corey died at his home on North Third Tuesday at 4:00 p.m. He has been sick for year and confined to his bed since the first of October. It is hard to part with a practical, talented citizen, even though he has been allowed the threescore and ten. Mr. Corey was 75 years old March 4th, born in Athens, Ohio; married Lucinda Winters at Springfield, Ohio, May 9th 1839; they have two sons, A. S. and Marshall, at home, and they have been dutiful, affectionate sons. A. S. Corey passed the winter in Durango, Colorado and came four weeks ago to minister to his father and never left his bedside until his death. The family came to Clinton in 1866 and has resided here since, except for a year traveling on the Pacific coast. Joshua Corey was a carpenter by trade but possessed unusual ability, was artistic and young men who were ambitious were eager to learn from him. He was honest and generous and the spirit that returned to its maker was as pure as a little child. Burial in Englewood.

CORSON, Emma E.
1860-1891
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Apr 25 1891 - Died, at her home near Chilhowee on the 18th, Emma E. Corson, a highly respected lady. She was born in Lancaster, Ohio Feb. 14, 1860 and married December 29, 1877. Remains buried at the Carpenter graveyard.

CORSON, Marjorie Le BOWEN
1926-2024
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Marjorie Le (Bowen) Corson, 97, formerly of Windsor, Missouri, died Thursday, August 8, 2024, at Lenior Woods in Columbia. She was born November 20, 1926, in Windsor, the only child of Frederick LeRoy Bowen and Zella Mae (Sadler) Bowen. She was baptized in 1939 at the First Christian Church of Windsor. She graduated from Windsor High School in 1944 and then attended Huff’s Business College in Kansas City. Following college, she worked at the United States Post Office in downtown Kansas City for several years. She was secretary to the money order cashier and handled WWII money orders for service men with casualties. She moved back to Windsor and worked at the International Shoe Factory and then attended Central Missouri State College (now UCM) in Warrensburg. She met William Rex Corson from Leeton and they were married January 15, 1948, at the Broadway Baptist Church in Kansas City, Mo. They were the parents of two daughters, Cynthia and Charlotte, and enjoyed 57 years of marriage. In 1965, Margie went to work for Dr. William J. Smith and was his receptionist and bookkeeper for 16 years. She then worked as secretary to Assistant Principal J. O. Fetters of the Windsor Junior High School for 5 years, a job she thoroughly enjoyed. She was a long-time member of the First Christian Church of Windsor and was one of the first deaconesses of the church. She was also a member of the Henry County Chapter DAR, and WWII servicemen remained dear to her heart. Margie always brought a smile to the face of those around her. Margie devoted her life to her family and gained tremendous pleasure from time spent with her grandsons and their families. Survivors include 2 daughters, Cynthia Corson Fletcher and her husband Daniel, Montrose, Colorado, and Charlotte Corson Wallace, Columbia, Mo.; 4 grandsons, Joshua Corson Fletcher and his wife Natalie and their 3 children Zella Corson Fletcher, Vivian Beth Fletcher, and Matea Marshall; Jacob Corson Fletcher and his wife Dacia of Talkeetna, Alaska, and their 2 children Rezley Clair Fletcher and Rolan William Fletcher; Zachary William Wallace and his wife Abby of Hartsburg, Mo., and their children William Rex Wallace and Oscar Stephan Wallace; and Andrew William Wallace of Columbia, Mo.; and 3 cousins, Joyce Cramer, Dottie Armstrong, and Judy Bowen-Agent. She was preceded in death by her husband Rex Corson on November 13, 2005, and her son-in-law, Kurt Wallace. Graveside memorial services will be Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CORSON, William Rex
1917-2005
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 15 2005 - William Rex Corson, 88, of Windsor, Missouri, died early Sunday morning, November 13, 2005, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton, Mo. He was born August 24, 1917, in Warrensburg, Mo., the son of Louis Allen Corson and Leota Mabel (Sprague) Corson. On January 15, 1949, in Kansas City, Mo., he married Marjorie L. Bowen, who survives of the home. Rex was a stock farmer for most of his life, but he also worked at the Peabody Coal Mines, near Windsor and helped build the missile silos at Whiteman Air Force Base. After his retirement from his own farming, he worked for Jack Hunt Farms, for almost 10 years. Rex was an Army veteran of World War II serving with the 32nd Armored Regiment of the 3rd Armored "Spearhead" Division as a tank driver. He was involved in many front line battles including the Battle of the Bulge and the "D-Day" invasion of Normandy. He was awarded the Purple Heart; the Belgian Fourragere Medal; Liberation of France, Normandy Beach Medal; and European Victory Ribbon with 5 Bronze Stars for the 5 major battle campaigns in which he participated. Rex loved watching his four grandsons play basketball; dancing with his wife, Margie, especially in the kitchen, and teaching his daughters how to do the "two step" when they were young. He was a member and Deacon Emeritus of the Windsor First Christian Church and a 50-year member of the Board of Directors of the Bank of Leeton. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Cynthia Fletcher and husband Dan, Montrose, Colorado, and Charlotte Wallace and husband Kurt, Columbia; four grandsons, Joshua Corson Fletcher, Jacob Corson Fletcher, Zachary William Wallace and Andrew William Wallace. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Lois Park. Memorial services will be Saturday, November 19, at the Windsor First Christian Church.

CORSON, William Rex
1917-2005
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
William Rex Corson, 88, of Windsor, Missouri, died early Sunday morning, November 13, 2005, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton, Mo. He was born August 24, 1917, in Warrensburg, Mo., the son of Louis Allen Corson and Leota Mabel (Sprague) Corson. On January 15, 1949, in Kansas City, Mo., he married Marjorie L. Bowen, who survives of the home. Rex was a stock farmer for most of his life, but he also worked at the Peabody Coal Mines, near Windsor and helped build the missile silos at Whiteman Air Force Base. After his retirement from his own farming, he worked for Jack Hunt Farms, for almost 10 years. Rex was an Army veteran of World War II serving with the 32nd Armored Regiment of the 3rd Armored "Spearhead" Division as a tank driver. He was involved in many front line battles including the Battle of the Bulge and the"D-Day" invasion of Normandy. He was awarded the Purple Heart; the Belgian Fourragere Medal; Liberation of France, Normandy Beach Medal; and European Victory Ribbon with 5 Bronze Stars for the 5 major battle campaigns in which he participated. Rex loved watching his four grandsons play basketball; dancing with his wife, Margie, especially in the kitchen, and teaching his daughters how to do the "two step" when they were young. He was a member and Deacon Emeritus of the Windsor First Christian Church and a 50-year member of the Board of Directors of the Bank of Leeton. Memorial services will be Saturday, November 19, at the Windsor First Christian Church.

CORUM, Erna L. FRY
abt 1919-2007
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 21 2007 - Erna L. Fry Corum, formerly of Delaware, Ohio, and Largo, Florida, died peacefully in her sleep on June 12, 2007, in Wildwood, Florida, at 88 years of age. She was the last living child of Earl E. and Dottie L. Whipple Fry. She was the widow of Robert L. "Jack" Corum, whose family is from the Clinton area. She was preceded in death by sisters Olga Balser and Edna Earl, and a brother Charles "Kay" Fry. She is survived by a daughter Carol Corum (William) Norris of The Villages, Florida, formerly of Upper Arlington, Ohio, and a son Hal (Deborah) Corum of Wartrace, Tennessee, formerly of Pinellas Park, Florida; grandchildren, Bradford (Rose) Norris and Gregory (Megan) Norris, both of Boulder, Colorado; great-grandson Nicolas Norris of Boulder, Colorado; many nieces and nephews. Erna loved her family and supported them throughout her life. During World War II she worked tirelessly to help her mother and father run and preserve the family farm. During her 54 year of marriage, she provided support to her husband's various successful businesses both in Ohio and Florida. She loved to sew and was an expert quilt maker in which she took great pride. She was truly a good person who will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her. Graveside services will be Saturday, June 23, at the Marlboro Cemetery. Rodman Neeper Funeral Home, Delaware is in charge of arrangements.

CORUM, Raymond Francis
1931-2006
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 27 2006 - Raymond Francis Corum, son of Charles and Elena (Johnson) Corum, was born May 12, 1931, in Henry County and died at his home in Brownington, surrounded by his family and friends on September 17, 2006, at the age of 75 years. Raymond was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was married to Helen Frances Johnson Corum. He was a fork truck mechanic for W. W. Grainger in North Kansas City before retiring in 1997. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Bernice Moore and Maxine Corum, and three brothers, Albert Corum, Jack Corum and Bill Corum. Raymond is survived by his wife of 51 years, Helen, of the home; one son Gary Corum, Deepwater; one grandson Justin Corum, Grandview; two sisters, Irene Wright and Bessie Miller, both of Appleton City, and two brothers, Lynn Corum of Ohio and Marvin Corum of Texas, as well as other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Graveside memorial services and interment were held at Deepwater Cemetery on Friday, September 22.

CORUM, Robert L. "Jack"
1918-1998
Marlborough Cemetery, Troyton, Delaware Co, OH
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 12 1998 - Robert L. "Jack" Corum, 79, Delaware, Ohio, lost his battle with cancer Monday, March 9, 1998, at Kobacker House. He was born to Mary Lena Johnson Corum and Charles Corum on August 15, 1918, in Clinton. He was a longtime Delaware County resident and independent business owner, both in Delaware and more recently in Largo, Florida. He was a World War II veteran, surviving conflicts in Italy, France, Germany, Austria and Belgium. He received the Bronze Star and Good Conduct medals. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother Albert, and sisters, Bernice and Nina Maxine at birth. He is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years, Erna L. Fry-Corum; his daughter, Carol F. Norris and her husband William, Upper Arlington, Ohio; his son, Hal J. Corum and wife Deborah, Pinellas Park, Florida; grandsons, Bradford J. Norris and wife Laura, Boulder, Colorado, Gregory A. Norris, Chicago, Illinois; brothers, Gordon L. Corum and wife Ann, Mansfield, Ohio, William D. Corum, Leeton, Marvin C. Corum and wife Evelyn, Independence, Raymond F. Corum and wife Helen, Browning; sisters, Bessie Miller, Appleton, Irene Wright and husband Albert, Appleton, and nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services Saturday, March 14, at Bennett-Brown-Rodman Funeral Home, Delaware. Burial will be in Marlborough Cemetery.

CORUM, Wanda Mae BREEDEN
1929-1997
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Wanda Mae (Breeden) Corum, 67, Leeton, died Friday, August 1, 1997, at her home. Memorial services were held Monday, August 4, at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Mrs. Corum was born November 20, 1929, near Johnson City, the daughter of Denver Oscar Breedon and Opal Alene Jones Breeden. She was a graduate of Clinton High School. On August 21, 1948, she was united in marriage to William Denver Corum in Clinton. He survives of the home. She was homemaker and built her life around her children and family, whom she loved very much. She enjoyed flowers, trees, and all of nature. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her mother, Opal Breeden, Leeton; one son, Rick Corum, Las Vegas, Nevada; three daughters, Sharon Johnson, Olathe, Kansas, Karen Swabby, Leeton;, and Patty Stach, Knob Noster; eight grandchildren, Shannon Rukes, Sharon Rukes, Christopher Corum, Michael Johnson, Sarah Swabby, Jennifer Johnson, Wendy Mansfield, Stacy Mansfield; two great grandchildren, Dylon and Brianna.

CORUM, William Denver "Bill"
1924-2005
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 14 2005 - William Denver Corum died January 25, 2005. Memorial services were held at Consalus Funeral Home February 7, 2005. Bill was born on December 6, 1924, in Clinton, the son of Charles and Lena Corum. He spent most of his early life in the Clinton area. In 1943, he enlisted in the United States Army and proudly served his country in both Europe and the Pacific. Upon his discharge from the Army, he returned to the Clinton area. He was united in marriage to Wanda Breeden on August 21, 1948. Bill farmed with his father-in-law, Denver Breeden, for a good number of years in Brownington. Bill, Wanda and their family moved to Belton in 1961 when he took employment at IMCO Plastics. He was later employed in the early '70s at Marion Laboratories and retired from there in the late '80s. He served as a councilman for the City of Belton for two terms in the '70s. Bill was known by most people as a guy who could build, make or repair just about anything. He also loved to trade, deal and barter. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Lean Corum; his wife Wanda; a son Albert; his brother Robert (Jack) Corum; two sisters, Nina Corum and Berneice Corum Modre, and two grandchildren. Bill is survived by four children, Sharon Johnson and husband Ken, Olathe, Kansas, Karen Swabby, Leeton, Rick Corum, Las Vegas, Nevada, Patty Stach and husband Marty, Knob Noster; eight grandchildren, Shannon Rukes, Christopher Corum, Michael Johnson, Shawn Rukes, Sarah Swabby, Jennifer Johnson, Wendy Moore and Stacy Jones; three great-grandchildren, Brianna Rukes, Dylan Swabby and Jordan Jones; three brothers, Gordon (Lynn) Corum of Ohio, Raymond Corum, Brownington, and Marvin (Lefty) Corum of Texas; two sisters, Bessie Miller and Irene Wright, both of Appleton City. Bill will be missed by his family and friends.

CORWIN, Alta Pearl WILSON
1927-2010
Holden Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 15 2010 - Alta P. Corwin born August 2, 1927 in Huntingdale, the daughter of Noah E. and Maude E. (Hunter) Wilson, died March 16, 2010 at Camden Healthcare Center, Harrisonville, at the age of 82 years. Alta was married to Maxwell F. "Max" Corwin on December 31, 1947, in Kingsville. She was a tool crib attendant for Stahl's Specialty in Kingsville and a cook for Holden Schools before retiring. She was a member of the Quarles Baptist Church, Clinton. Alta enjoyed family activities, attending sports events where her kids or grandkids were involved. She also enjoyed crafts and painting. She was preceded in death by her parents, Noah and Maude Wilson; husband Max Corwin; two brothers, R. C. Wilson and Charles Wilson; one sister Elsie, and a grandson Stephen Corwin. She is survived by her daughter Sheryl LaFavor and husband Brad, Windsor; two sons, Donald Corwin and wife Diane, and David Corwin, all of Holden; one brother Ray Wilson and wife Vera, Heartwell, Georgia, as well as five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Friday, March 19. Inurnment was in Holden Cemetery, Holden.

CORWIN, Anna Marie CALLAHAN
1942-2011
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 29 2011 - Anna Marie Corwin, 69, Brownington, died Wednesday, July 20, 2011, at her home after battling cancer for 17 years. Born on June 5, 1942, in Henry County, she was the daughter of Clyde and Florence (Merry) Callahan. She attended Finey School, Columbia Hall School and Deepwater School. At a young age, she gave her life to Christ at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Ann married Doyle Dean Corwin on May 14, 1959. Together hey had four children, Betty, Donnie, Deanna and Sue. A homemaker for many years, Ann was once awarded FHA Mother of the Year from Lakeland R-111 High School. Over the years, she worked in Clinton at Mattingly's Dollar General and as a manager for PN Hirsch. She also prepared taxed several years at H&R Block. Receiving her Bachelor's and Master's Degree in education from Central Missouri State College, Ann taught Special Education in the Deepwater/Lakeland School District, south of Clinton, for 13 years. She was honored with a Teacher of the Year award. She enjoyed instructing and mentoring her students, sharing found memories of her teaching days and keeping in touch with many students after her retirement. Ann was a member of the Lowry City First Baptist Church. Ann gave so much joy and laughter. From her beautiful flower gardens to her delight in frogs, she had a fascination with nature. Ann also was a talented cake decorator and made wedding cakes and designer cakes for many years. Ann was the ultimate wife, mother and grandmother and her greatest joy was caring for her family. Ann will be remembered, especially for her love of God, praising Him up to her death. Ann is survived by her husband of 52 years, Doyle Dean Corwin; daughter Betty Stewart and husband Greg, Lowry City; son Donnie Corwin, Merriam, Kansas; daughter Deanna McCullough and husband Lonnie, Pryor, Oklahoma; daughter Sue Remer and husband David, Clinton; grandchildren, Michael Stewart of Gardner, Miranda (Stewart) Stegman and husband Scott, Chicago, Illinois, Marissa Stewart of Bolivar, Brandon McCullough and wife Leslie, Cassville, Lauren Remer of Clinton and Dallas Remer of Clinton. Funeral services were Saturday, July 23, at Vansant-Mills Chapel in Clinton. Interment was in Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

CORWIN, Maxwell F. "Max"
1918-2003
Holden Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 20 2004 - Maxwell F. "Max" Corwin was born August 7, 1918, near Holden, the son of Clyde Temple and Marion Freeland Corwin. On December 31, 1947, in Kingsville, he married Alta (Wilson). They were the parents of three children, Donald Eugene, David Alan and Sheryl Annette. Max died December 30, 2003, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Clinton. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Theodore and Clyde T.; three sisters, Lois Schram, Elda Wilson and Margaret Goodwin, and one grandson, Stephen Michael Corwin, Sr. He is survived by his wife, Alta, Windsor; two sons, Don and wife Diane, and David and wife Ronnie, all of Holden; one daughter, Sherri and husband Brad LeFavor, Windsor; one brother Frank Corwin and wife Shirlene, Kansas City; two sisters, Idella Ramagalia and husband Fred, Kansas City, and Zona Thrapp and husband Tom, Atlanta, Georgia; five grandchildren, Scott Corwin, Florida, Chris Corwin, Kingsville, Tim Corwin, Lebanon, Kevin and Brooke LaFavor, Windsor; six great-grandchildren, Samantha and Elizabeth Corwin, Florida, Lyric and Caine Corwin, Lebanon, Sarah and Stephen Michael Corwin, Jr., Garden City; six step-grandchildren and five step-great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. Memorial services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Friday January 2. Interment was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery, Clinton.

CORWIN, Ronnie Maxine BANCROFT
1956-2004
Holden Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 6 2004 - Ronnie Maxine Bancroft Corwin, 48, Holden, formerly of Chilhowee, died Friday, July 2, 2004, at her home. She was born February 23, 1956, in Warrensburg, the daughter of Ronny Max Bancroft and Elenora (Jinx) Bryson Bancroft. She graduated from Chilhowee High School in 1974 and had been a bookkeeper at Farmers & Commercial Bank in Holden. She was a member of New Hope Baptist Church in Holden. On July 10, 1998, in Warrensburg, she married David Corwin, who survives at the home. Also surviving are three daughters, Danielle Johnmeyer, Versailles, Megan Johnmeyer and husband Alex, Kingsville, Dena Lankford, Warrensburg; two stepsons, Chris Corwin, Kingsville, Tim Corwin and wife Stormie, Lebanon; seven grandchildren, Bailey, Kiera, Alicia, Alexis, Anthony, Lyric and Caine; her parents, Ronny Max and Elenora (Jinx) Bancroft, Chilhowee; a brother, Roger Bancroft and wife Patty, Clinton. Memorial services will be held Thursday, July 8, at Williams Funeral Chapel in Holden. Burial will follow in the Holden Cemetery.

CORWIN, Stephen Michael Sr.
1971-2002
Holden Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
Stephen Michael Corwin, Sr., 31, of Garden City, Mo., formerly Holden, Mo., passed away Friday, November 22, 2002 at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, Mo. Stephen was born Wednesday, March 3, 1971 in North Kansas City, Mo., the son of Donald Eugene Corwin and Cindy Lea Daniel Corwin. He was a 1989 Holden High School graduate and had attended Southwest Missouri State University in Springfield and Avila College in Kansas City, Mo. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Holden. An Army veteran of the Persian Gulf War, he served from 1991 to 1999 achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant, September 25, 1997. After military service, he had been a coordinator for Haz-Mat in Olathe, Ks., and most recently he had been in distribution for Wal-Mart in Harrisonville, Mo. On June 16, 1992 in El Paso, Tx. he married Stephanie D. Pemberton. She survives of the home. Also surviving are a daughter, Sarah Ann Corwin and a son, Stephen Michael Corwin, Jr., both of the home; his parents, Don and Diane Corwin, Holden, Mo. and Cindy and George Fuller, Englewood, Florida; a stepsister, Jenny Carrithers and husband Doug, Overland Park, Ks.; brother Scott Corwin, Rotonda West, Florida; paternal grandparents, Max and Alta Corwin, Windsor; maternal grandparents, Glenn Daniel, Sunrise Beach, Mo., Billie June and Bob Robbins, Kansas City, Mo. Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at Williams Funeral Chapel, Holden, Mo. Interment was at Holden Cemetery with full military honors.

CORWINE, Elizabeth Brown THORNTON
1818-1901
Kepner Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich, Henry Co MO - Mrs. R. S. Corwine, aged 83 years and 12 days, departed this life at her home northwest of this city, Monday forenoon, June 3, 1901 after having been confined to her room most of the time for a year or more. Elizabeth B. Thornton was born in Mason county, Kentucky, May 21, 1818 and with her parents moved to Henry county Indiana when 15 years old. January 28, 1835 she was married to Richard S. Corwine. To this union was born eight children. Those living are George and R. T. Corwine, north of town, J. J. Corwine, Nevada, Mo., Lou Sharp, Modoc, Indiana and Mary Thornton and Ruth Stahl residing on the home place near this city. The children died are Will Corwine and Amanda Harris. In 1872 the deceased, husband and family moved to Henry county this state and resided on the old homestead till their deaths, Mr. Corwine preceding his wife some three years. This dear old mother was a conscientious, devout and earnest member of the Christian church for 65 years. The funeral service was conducted from the residence and interment took place at the Kepner cemetery beside the remains of the aged husband Tuesday afternoon.

CORWINE, George F.
1836-1916
Kepner Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, Nov 9 1916 - George F. Corwine was born near Newcastle, Indiana, March 2, 1836, and died in Dallas county, Missouri, November 1, 1916, aged 80 years, 7 months and 29 days. He was married August 28, 1862, in Indiana, to Miss Julia Nicholson, to which union three children were born, all of whom died many years ago. His wife died in 1912. Mr. Corwine came to Missouri in 1870, living three years in Johnson county, not far from where Quick City is now located. In 1873 he bought and moved to a farm in Bogard township, this county, on which he lived till the spring of 1915, when he went to Dallas county to continue to make his home with Ernest Quick, whom he had raised and at whose home he passed away last Wednesday. He united with the Christian church at old Urich about the year 1876, and for several years his membership has been at Creighton. He had for many years been a member of the Urich Masonic Lodge. The body was brought to Urich Friday afternoon, getting into Clinton on the Frisco road too late to connect with the train on the Clinton Line, and was brought from Clinton to this place on a motor truck, arriving here about 5 o'clock. On arrival here the Urich Masonic Lodge took charge of the remains and proceeded to the Kepner cemetery where interment was made in accordance with the ritual of the order, as he had requested some time ago.

CORWINE, Opal Mona HIGHLEY
1912-2003
Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Bates Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 16 2003 - Opal Mona (Highley) Corwine, 91, daughter of Lula Belle (Laycock) Highley and Thomas Burton Highley, was born May 2, 1912, near Altona, and died Sunday, July 13, 2003. She lived her entire life in the Ballard community, graduating from Ballard High School in 1930. After attending summer school at Warrensburg Teachers College she taught at Crawford, Cherry Grove and Hackler schools. She married Richard Corwine January 30, 1932. She was a member of the Fairview Baptist Church and served as music director and Sunday School teacher for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard; her parents, Thomas and Lula Highley; eight brothers, Virgil "Pete", Harlan, Clifford "Tip", Woodrow "Woody", Robert "Jack", William "Bill", Burton Jr. and Leroy "Roy" Highley; three sisters, Thelma Underwood, Hazel Harris and Helen Highley, and three half-brothers, Paul, Ralph and Alvy Highley. She is survived by one sister, June York, Bolivar; three sisters-in-law, Uva May, Bessie Francis and Bonnie Highley; two brothers-in-law, Roy Harris and Jim York; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, great-great-nieces and nephews and friends. Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 16, at the Fairview Baptist Church. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler.

COSENS, Ray Lavern
1930-2012
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 10 2012 - Ray L. Cosens, 82, passed away after a life well lived on June 16, 2012, at the family home in Clinton. Ray was born in Prescott, KS, to Guy and Ellen Cosens on January 27, 1930. He was raised on the family farm near Mound City, KS, along with his six brothers and sisters and graduated from Mound City High School in 1947. Ray married the first love of his life, Alma West, in 1951 in Mound City, KS. Two children were born to this union, Ronald LaVern and Kimberly Sue. Alma died unexpectedly in 1961. In 1964, Ray was lucky enough to marry the second love of his life, Barbara LaBounty Hunter, who brought two children to join the family, Rodney Dean and Ronda Faye. The family was complete when Curtis Ray was born in 1965. Ray proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. When he returned from Korea, he went back to his job as plant helper at the Hawthorne Plant with Kansas City Power and Light. Ray retired from KCP&L as an electrician from the Montrose Power Plant after 42 years of service in 1992. Ray and Barbara would raise their large family on Cherokee Street in a home largely built by them and where Ray resided until his death. Ray was a long-time member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Clinton where he served in numerous capacities over the years. Ray was also active in his sons' Boy Scout troop activities and was a member of the American Legion. He received the Edison Electric Light Institute's Resuscitation Award Medal for helping save the life of a co-worker. Roy was a wonderful father and grandfather, a gentle soul, who loved children and rarely had an unkind word to say about anyone. He took care of his family and taught them by example the ethics of hard work and discipline. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Ray was preceded in death by his parents; his wives, Alma and Barbara; brother, Loren Cosens, and sister, Sue Breyfogle. He leaves behind to celebrate his life, his children, Ronald and wife, Jolene, Clinton, Kimberly and husband, Matthew, Nixa, Rodney and wife, Shirley, Clinton, Ronda Hunter, Crowley, Texas, and Curtis and wife, Patricia, Clinton; 11 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 20, at the Trinity Lutheran Church. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, under the direction of Vansant-Mills Funeral Home of Clinton.

COSKEY, Thelma CAMERON
1924-1994
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Thelma Cameron Coskey of Longmont, Colorado, died Tuesday, May 31, 1994, at Foothills Care Center. She was 70. Mrs. Coskey was a computer operator. She moved to Longmont in 1991 from Arvada, Colorado. She enjoyed needlepoint and reading. Born on January 5, 1924, in Calhoun, she was the daughter of Donald Cameron and Sarah Elizabeth Moore Cameron. Survivors include one son, Gale Coskey and his wife, Shauna of Salt Lake City, Utah; two daughters, Lynn Pomery and her husband Ron, of Longmont, and Gerry Emerson and her husband Linden, of Arvada; one brother Clyde Cameron and his wife Wreatha, of Clinton; one sister, Irene White of Grandview; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at Darrell Howe Mortuary, Lafayette. Interment will be in Louisville Cemetery.

COSTIGAN, James Dennis
1947-2010
Grain Valley Cemetery, Grain Valley, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 28 2010 - James Dennis Costigan, 63, of Oak Grove, MO, passed away Friday, September 24, 2010 at his home. Funeral services will be Wednesday, September 29 at the Oak Grove United Methodist Church; burial in Grain Valley Cemetery. Dennis was born on September 6, 1947 in Kansas City, MO, the son of James & Frances (Webb) Costigan. He graduated from Oak Grove High School in 1965 and CMSU in 1969. He obtained his Masters Degree in 1974. Dennis married Connie Doll on January 1, 1980. He taught Industrial Arts in Kingsville from 1979 to 1995 (approximation) and drove the school bus. He also had a license to sell real estate. Dennis owned and operated a cabinet shop from 1982-1995 in Urich, MO. He enjoyed using his summers to try new things from building houses, cabinets, to fun things with the kids and grandkids. He ran for political office in July 1998, for the 54th district state representative. He was a member of the Lion's Club, Toastmasters, and the United Methodist Church of Oak Grove. He enjoyed woodworking, grandkids, and visiting with friends & relatives. He loved hearing and telling jokes and he always knew the punch line before you could tell him. His favorite thing was making pancakes for anyone in animal shapes, initials, or names: they were so popular they were news worthy! Dennis always said "I'm not a tightass, I'm just frugal!" He was a great supervisor, especially for his brothers. He loved to argue, just for the sake of arguing. Stubborn to the very end! And always 99 percent correct! It was amazing that he knew someone everywhere he went, even in Alaska and in Arlington National Cemetery. Dennis liked to say that he only made one mistake in life, and that was admitting he had made a mistake. He was preceded in death by his father, James D. Costigan in 1961. His survivors include his wife of 30 years: Connie Costigan of the home; one son: Micheal J. Costigan (wife Tisha) of Adrian, MO; three daughters: Mary K. Poole of Crieghton, MO, Julie M. Costigan of Oak Grove, MO, and Angela B. Hicks (husband Bill) of Oak Grove, MO; and you have to remember his extended family: Joe Gilvin, Darren Call, and Leslie Spilman & her family that were "almost" his children; five grandchildren: Wesley Poole, Matt Kepner, Katelyn Hicks, Derrold Costigan, and Sami Costigan; his mother: Frances Costigan Grote of Oak Grove; two sisters: Mary Zink (husband Charles) of Clinton, MO, and Donna Costigan of Kansas City; two brothers: Mike Costigan and J. Pat Costigan (wife Mary Jo), all of Oak Grove; a step-sister: Faye Harms (husband Fred) of Oak Grove; a step-brother: Roy Grote (wife Dinah) of Oak Grove; and many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.

COSTLEY, Millie Mary Ann MOHLER
1858-1898
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, May 19 1898 - Took Her Own Life - Tired of Financial and Domestic Troubles She Ends Her Life - Thursday afternoon, May 12, 1898, about 3:30 o'clock the people of Urich were startled to learn that Mrs. Millie M. A. Costley, wife of Eugene W. Costley, had committed suicide by firing a 38-calibre revolver ball through her heart, which caused instant death. The deed was a premeditated one. she had been in poor health for some time and was greatly worried over financial affairs. Being in bed she had spent the great part of the day in writing, and when anyone entered the room she laid her writing aside. A note was found in the room addressed to Nora and Oscar Windmiller, who have resided in the same house with her for several months, the latter having her farm work in charge. Just a few minutes before the fatal shot was fired, her daughter, Hoyland, aged 11, entered the room and was asked to retire by the mother, saying that she wished to be alone a little while. The little girl kissed her mother and acted as bidden, and in a few minutes Mrs. Windmiller, who was upstairs, and others in the house were startled by the pistol shot. the little girl, Hoyland, ran into the room to find her mother in a swoon and then started for the doctor, but the mother was dead long before her return. At the death of her parents she was Miss Millie M. A. Mohler and one of the wealthiest young ladies in the county, possessing 1,062 acres of land and other property. About eighteen years ago she was married to E. W. Costley, of St. Louis, and not many years later they met with financial losses, the land was mortgaged, and things went from bad to worse until their indebtedness amounted to nearly $18,600. About oe year ago Mr. and Mrs. Costley separated, he taking their boy about 16 years old and she keeping the girl of 11 remaining on the home place. Mrs. Costley recently deeded her land to O. C. Trice, of Jackson county, with some understanding that he was to dispose of it and save a part of it for a home. Details of this transactions are not known. By many she was considered unbalanced in mind, from the fact that she refused to take the advice of her best friends and frequently changed legal advisers, seeming to lose confidence in all who dared to express an opinion contrary to her own. Coroner Jennings, of Clinton, held an inquest that night, the jury rendering a verdict of suicide. Funeral services were conducted at the Methodist church (of which she was a member) Friday, after which the remains were interred in the Urich cemetery. The deceased was born in this county Sept. 13, 1858, a niece of the Hendricks family.

COTHERN, Leland A.
1914-2006
Cross Timbers Cemetery, Cross Timbers, Hickory Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 22 2006 - Leland A. Cothern, 91, Warsaw, died Wednesday evening, September 20, 2006, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. He was born to Marion and Mary Alexander Cothern December 7, 1914, near Cross Timbers. He grew up in Hickory County and attended school at Oak Grove and Hopewell. In August 1942, he enlisted in the United States Navy, serving his country in the Pacific Theatre during World War II. His service took in 14,000 miles from home where he served on the USS Indiana and was involved in nine major battles. He was awarded four bronze stars and a silver star. He was honorably discharged in October 1945. On November 6, 1944, he married Irene Nance. Most of their married life was spent on their dairy farm south of Fristoe. He also worked a short time for the MFA Feed Store and for Maynard Yoder as a house painter. He was a member of the Cross Timbers Christian Church of Cross Timbers and an over 60-year member of the Masonic Lodge #288 of Hermitage. He was preceded in death by his wife Irene on April 2, 1998; three brothers, Carrol Cothern, Raymond Cothern and Hadley Cothern; three sisters, Fyrn Cothern, Floy Fischer and Beryl McCandless. Surviving are son Donald Cothern and his wife Esther, Clinton, five daughters, Janice Jenkins and husband Ron, Linda Nelson and husband Larry, Patricia "Pete" Hallack and husband Ron, and Debbie Grenoble and husband Mark, all of Warsaw, and Teresa Babbitt and husband Rudy, Independence; 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services will be Saturday, September 23, at Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial and military rites will be held at the Cross Timbers Cemetery, Cross Timbers.

COUCH, Abby L. ALBRIGHT
1958-2015
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Abby L. Couch, age 56, of Moberly, MO, died at University of Missouri Healthcare in Columbia, MO, on Monday, May 4, 2015. Abby was born on November 25, 1958, to Alvin D. and Pattie "Martin" Albright of Macon, MO. After graduating from high school, she attended a vocational college where she received an Associate's Degree in the clerical field. She later went to work for the State of Missouri as a Correctional Officer in Moberly, MO. Abby married Billy Couch on November 17, 2001, in Moberly, MO. She loved flowers, her work associates and most of all, her family. Survivors include her husband of the home; children, Jason Garner of Jefferson City, Bradley Couch (Jerri) of Moberly and Bryan Couch (Nicole) of Moberly; grandchildren, Zane Garner of Moberly and Luke Allen Couch of Moberly; her mother, Pattie Martin of Moberly; a sister, JoAnn Hayes (Ronnie) of Armstrong; a brother, Kevin Albright (Stacey) of Jacksonville; her mother-in-law, Lois June Couch; her sisters-in-law, Peggy Jackson (Walter) and Trish Richardson (Tim); several nieces, nephews and a host of family and friends. Preceding her in death was her father and a sister, Deana See. A funeral service will be conducted Friday, May 8, 2015, followed by burial at Park's Chapel Cemetery.

COUCH, Ann Elsie TUCKA
1924-2001
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 11 2001 - Ann Elsie Couch, daughter of John and Anna (Gulon) Tucka, was born August 19, 1924, in West Chicago, Illinois, and died March 19, 2001, at the Research Medical Center in Kansas City at the age of 76 years. Ann had lived in Bellview, Nebraska, before moving to Clinton in 1981. She married Finis G. Couch on December 29, 1953, in New Jersey. She was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church and the Clinton Country Club. Ann was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Millie Patnor, and one brother, John Tucka. She is survived by her husband, Finis of the home; three sons, Bobby Carter and wife, Muriel of Ashville, North Carolina, Danny Carter and wife, Marilyn of Tarpon Springs, Florida, and Michael G. Couch and wife, Linda of DeSoto; two brothers, Steve Tucka and wife, Teresa of Waukegan, Illinois, and Rudy Tucka of Zion, Illinois; one sister, Helen Grom and husband, Rudy, Sun City West, Arizona, as well as four grandchildren, Jason Carter, Sarah Armstrong, Jared Thompson and Jenny Wacaser and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Thursday, March 22.

COUCH, Finis G.
1928-2013
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 15 2013 - Finis G. Couch, 84, died Thursday, January 3, 2013, at Delta Medical Center in Sikeston. Finis was born August 10, 1928, in Sikeston, the son of Clarence and Marian Francis (Palmer) Couch. He served in the U.S. Army and Air Force. He was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna E. (Tucka) Couch; parents and three brothers. Among survivors are his wife, Nathalie "Sally" Couch of the home; three sons, Dan Carter of Tarpon Springs, Florida, Michael Couch of Odgen, Utah, and Robert Carter of Arden, North Carolina, as well as four grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

COULTER, Alice LEMONS
1926-2013
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 25 2013 - Alice Coulter, 87, Clinton, died Tuesday, May 28 2013, at her home in Ft. Worth, Texas. Alice was born in Graham, TX, to the late Maude and Bert Lemons on February 5, 1926, and was the youngest of six children. Alice moved to Missouri and married the late Ralph Lee Coulter in 1945 and together had one daughter, Betty Ann. Alice was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School for several years. Alice worked at the Department of Social Services in Clinton. She loved to play bridge with her friends, spend time gardening and enjoyed painting. Alice's passion was her family and most importantly raising her two granddaughters, Alison Blankenship and Nicole Strunks. In the last five years Alice lived with her granddaughter Nicole, and had the joy of spending time with her great-grandchildren. Alice was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Coulter and daughter, Betty Ann Jeffress. She is survived by granddaughter Alison Blankenship and husband Ben, Weston, FL; great-grandchildren, Hata and Atiya; granddaughter Nicole Strunks and husband Paul, Fort Worth, TX; great-grandchildren Tavita, Leilana and Sophia. Funeral services were held Monday, June 3, at Clinton United Methodist Church. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

COULTER, Anna May CROOKS PICKERING
1909-2003
Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 6 2004 - Anna May Pickering Coulter, 94, went to meet Jesus at 11 p.m. Sunday, December 21, 2003, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. Anna May Crooks was born September 4, 1909, at Shawnee Mound, the daughter of Harvey Allen and Anna May Paxton and granddaughter of Francis Zavier Crooks, the founder of Shawnee Mound. Her life was lived in Henry County. Anna May had three brothers, Noel died at age 12. Harry Francis Crooks, a veterinarian, died in 1930 at the age of 39 and William Raymond Crooks, who died in 2003 at the age of 109. He was an engineer and was known as the longest surviving aviator from World War I. Also preceding her in death was a niece, Ethel Louise Crooks Gregory, who died December 23, 2002. She was very proud of her family. Anna May married Samuel Earl Pickering December 8, 1941. He ran the farm and became a minister before his death in 1955 after 14 years of marriage. Both were active members in the Cumberland Presbyterian Church at Shawnee Mound. She was a Sunday School teacher, Bible School teacher and also helped with the church camp. She enjoyed the Ladies Aid monthly meeting, gardening and flowers. Anna May and Sam adopted four children, Bob, Pat, Luther and Larry. She retired after 44 years of teaching in 1972 and married Cecil Coulter. they were happily married for 22 years before his death in 1994. From this marriage Anna May had three stepchildren, Melvin Coulter, Kathryn Snyder and Doris Hebert. During this time they traveled and enjoyed life. After a tragedy in 1988 when the house at Shawnee Mound was demolished by fire, they moved to Clinton. Her survivors, besides her children, include two nieces and one nephews, Mildred Crooks Musgrave, Carmen Crooks Rothchild and Don Allen Crooks, all from Texas. Anna May will be missed by her children, many grandchildren, nieces and nephews, friends and family. Anna May loved to talk, paint on fabric, watch birds and grow flowers. She knew no stranger and was loved by all. She believed that the Lord doesn't give us more than we can handle and that is the way she lived her life. Her strength came from her faith, her inner resources and the love of friends and family. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Friday, December 26. Burial was in Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Chilhowee.

COULTER, Cecil B.
1909-1994
Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Cecil Coulter, 85, was born near Blairstown April 8, 1909, and left us for a better home July 31, 1994, at 12:07 a.m. at the Golden valley Memorial Hospital. His parents were Bert and Mayme (Sonders) Coulter. Cecil's mother died when he was quite small, so he was reared by his beloved stepmother Jessie (Gregory) Coulter. He has often said that no real Mother could have been more considerate, kind and thoughtful of him as he grew up. Cecil grew up helping his father farm near Blairstown. He also spent some time working for farmers in Iowa. In 1931, he married Elma Wirsig of Deepwater, who taught school in Henry County. They were blessed with three children, Doris Hebert of Clinton, Melvon Coulter of Warrensburg, and Kathryn Snyder of Smithville. In addition to farming, Cecil worked 23 years for Henry County Mutual Insurance Co. of Clinton. He enjoyed his insurance work because he met so many people to talk with and help out with their problems. As has often been said, "He never met a stranger." He had a sympathetic ear and wanted to help those in need. Cecil was a member of the Shawnee Mound Cumberland Presbyterian Church and served faithfully as an elder for many years. He also served as Secretary-Treasurer of the Shawnee Cemetery for many years. Cecil lost his beloved wife Elma in 1971. Later he married Anna May (Crooks) Pickering and they spent 22 happy retirement years together. They enjoyed traveling in many countries in Europe, the Scandinavian Countries, as well as Canada, Alaska, Hawaii and Mexico. In 1987, their country home near Shawnee Mound burned, so they moved to Clinton, where they now reside. Cecil enjoyed having neighbors living close to him so he could visit with them. He was happy to have such kind friendly and interesting neighbors. Cecil leaves to mourn his passing his wife Anna May, and sister Mabel Wagoner; his three children mentioned earlier; six grandchildren, Kathy Ricker, Susan Bracken, Connie Swisher, Gary Coulter, Lisa and Steven Snyder. He also leaves twelve great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. The grandchildren were very special to him. They were his pride and joy, especially when they were fishing or riding horses or when they played in the haymow. He also leaves three stepchildren, Robert Pickering of St. Joseph, Pat Fike of Ft. Payne, Al., and Luther Pickering of Boroc, Ca. All three were very fond of Cecil and enjoyed his outgoing personality and his great sense of humor. Funeral services were held at the Shawnee Mound Cumberland Presbyterian Church Tuesday, August 2, 1994. Burial was in the Shawnee Mound Cemetery.

COULTER, Chester Lee
1930-1987
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Lee Coulter, of Urich, MO., died July 28, 1987, as a result of a self inflicted gunshot wound. He was born October 21, 1930 at Blairstown, the son of Jack and Ida M. (Rector) Coulter. He was a lifelong resident of the Urich area, where he worked as Water Superintendent for the City at the time of his passing. Lee married Ruth Carpenter July 26, 1950 at Urich, and two sons were born to them, Edward Lee and Rex Alan. Lee was a member of the Evangel Presbyterian Church of Urich, and the Johnson County Coon Hunters Association. He also enjoyed raising mules. Lee married a second time July 15, 1972 to Juanita Magdeleno Connor. She had six children that Lee cared for as his own. Lee was preceded in death by his parents and stepfather, Omer Graham. He leaves his wife and two sons and their families; and two sisters, Helen Bonenberger of Green Valley, AZ., and Kay Heiman of Holden. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 30, at the Ward Funeral Home in Urich. Burial was in the Urich Cemetery.

COULTER, Donald Dee
1931-1996
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Funeral services for Donald Dee Coulter, 65, rural Clinton, will be held Friday, December 27, 1996, at the Consalus Chapel in Clinton. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Mr. Coulter was born August 29, 1931, north of Blairstown, the son of John and Willa Stewart Coulter. He was a lifelong resident of this area. He was united in marriage to Margaret Cowan. He was a member and deacon of Allen Street Baptist Church. He had worked for many years as a sales associate with Gregg Smith Motors in Clinton. He is survived by his wife, Margaret, of the home; two daughters, Kathryn Ann Shipman of Normal, IL; and Donna Kimberly Engeman of Montrose; one brother, Ralph Coulter, Clinton; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Eldon D. (Mary) Coulter, Clinton; one granddaughter, Mikayla Engeman. (Donald Coulter's body was found in a house on North Washington St, Clinton, shortly before Christmas. Indications were that he had been beaten to death. Two suspects were later arrested and charged with first degree murder with the trial pending as of February 1997.) (November 1997: Both aged 23, pleaded guilty to avoid death penalty. Were sentenced to life in prison without parole.) (Shelby Stewart, Jr committed suicide while in state custody in Fulton. Kristin Allen is in prison.)

COULTER, Eldon Dwight
1928-1979
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Eldon Dwight Coulter of 413 S. Orchard St, Clinton, MO, met with an untimely death Thursday, July 19, 1979, in North Kansas City, MO, at the hands of unknown persons. Mr. Coulter was born October 29, 1928, in Blairstown, MO, the second son of John and Willie Coulter. He attended the Blairstown Elementary School and graduated from Norris High School with the honor of Valedictorian of his class. On November 26, 1949, Eldon and Mary Rose Arnold were united in marriage. This union was blessed with three children: James, Marilyn, and John. He is survived by his mother, two brothers, Ralph and Don of Clinton. He was preceded in death by his father.

COULTER, Jeffery Charles
1977-2005
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 7 2005 - Jeffery Charles Coulter, Chilhowee, was born May 26, 1977, at Clinton, the son of Rex Alan Coulter and Charlotte Ann (Osborne) Coulter Keller. He departed this life Saturday, January 1, 2005, at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, at the age of 27 years, seven months and five days. On May 26, 2001, Jeffery was united in marriage to Vicki Lynn Dabbs at Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Jeff was employed as a foreman for Insituform Company, St. Louis, since 2000. He was a 1995 graduate of Sherwood Cass R-VIII, Creighton. He was a member of the Heavy Construction Labors Local #663, Kansas City. He was a Chilhowee area resident. He was preceded in death by his biological father, Rex Coulter, June 19, 1980; maternal grandfather, Charles Osborne; paternal grandfather, Lee Coulter. He is survived by his wife Vicki L. Coulter; one son Ethen Coulter, and two daughters, Kimber and Savannah Nash, all of the home; his mother and father, Charlotte and Jim Keller, Chilhowee; one sister, Michelle Keller and niece, Karsyn White, Chilhowee; one brother Jared Coulter and wife Tonia, and nephew Lucas Coulter, Fay, Oklahoma; his maternal grandmother, Frances Osborne, Urich; his paternal grandmother, Ruth Hemenway and husband Charles, Galmey; close friends and extended family. Funeral services were Thursday, January 6, at Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City. Burial was in Urich Cemetery. (Jeff Coulter died from injuries received in a stabbing incident at a farmhouse in southwestern Johnson County, Missouri.)

COULTER, Jessie Belle CLEGG
1898-1953
Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Nov 26 1953 - Mrs. Coulter Dies in Auto Wreck -- Mrs. Jessie Clegg Coulter, 55, recently of Sedalia but for many years a Blairstown resident, met death instantly in a two-car collision seven miles south of Sedalia around midnight Saturday night. Her nieces, with whom she was riding, were injured. Mrs. Betty B. Rothenberger, 21, the driver, suffered a broken arm, cuts and bruises and her sister, Linda Lee Bradley, 16, suffered a broken jaw, cuts and bruises. James A. Heard, 60, Lincoln, Mo., driver of the other car, was alone. He also suffered cuts and bruises. The three ladies were returning home from a ball game at Warsaw, Mo. Jessie Belle Clegg, one of seven children of Stephen R. and Ida Belle Sanders Clegg, was born at Blairstown, Mo., and had lived in the community all her life until eight years ago. She was married to Elmer Coulter who preceded her in death a few years ago. There were no children. Mrs. Coulter was employed in the laboratory of the Bothwell Hospital in Sedalia. Surviving are three sisters, Miss Margaret Clegg, Pueblo, Colo., Mrs. B. B. Bradley, Bolivar, Mo., and Mrs. Isaac Bilks, Kansas City; three brothers, Joe of Kansas City, Floyd, Webb City, Mo., and Steve, Blairstown, and a number of other relatives, Mrs. John W. Smith and Mrs. Robert Wagoner of Clinton are nieces, Ralph Coulter is a nephew, and Cecil and John Coulter are brothers-in-law of the deceased. Funeral services were scheduled for Nov. 25, at the Sedalia Methodist Church with burial in Blairstown cemetery.

COULTER, Juanita MAGDALENO CONNER
1925-2009
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 20 2009 - Juanita Coulter of Urich, MO was born March 8, 1925 in Kansas City, KS, daughter of Jesus Sr. and Marina Macias Magdaleno. She departed this life on Sunday, March 15, 2009 at the Golden Living Center Westwood Clinton, MO at the age of 84 years and 7 days. In 1944, she married Jack B. Conner, Sr. and to this union seven children were born, Jack, Gary, Kathleen, Eddie, Brenda, Jesse, and Joyce. In 1960 she married Wiley H. Conner, Sr. and to this union three children were born, Eileen, Wiley, and Kelly. Later in life she married Lee Coulter and had 17 wonderful years. She was a member of Christ’s Christian Church in Urich. She retired from Clearfield Cheese Company. Juanita enjoyed her large family, flower gardening and traveling with her loving companion Gene Greufe. She lived most of her life in Urich where she raised her children and enjoyed spending quality time with her grandchildren whether it be fixing a meal, making candy, sharing a cup of coffee or teaching them how to make homemade tortillas. She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Martha Kathleen; husbands, Jack B. Conner, Sr., Wiley H. Conner, Sr. and Lee Coulter; brothers, Philip, Rudolph, Jesse, and Mike Magdaleno; one sister, Esperanza (Francis) McCloud; stepson Rex Coulter; grandson Jeff Coulter and daughter-in-law, Saundra Conner. She is survived by six sons, Jack Conner and wife Marsha of Raytown, MO, Gary Conner of Oskaloosa, KS, Eddie Conner and wife Karen of Urich, MO, Jesse Conner of Adrian, MO, Wiley Conner and wife Darla, Kelly Conner and wife Toni all of Urich, MO; one stepson, Ed Coulter and wife Cindy of Raymore, MO; three daughters, Brenda Pullen and husband Tom of Creighton, MO, Joyce Crump and husband Gary of Urich, MO, Eileen Parks and husband Brian of Ballard, MO; 23 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Epiphania Guereca, Vita Chavez, Mary Jesse Torres, and one brother Auerlio (Bernie) Magdaleno all of Kansas City, KS; other family and many friends. Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, Missouri with interment in Urich Cemetery, Urich, Missouri.

COULTER, Margaret Irene COWAN
1938-2008
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 8 2008 - Margaret Irene Coulter, 70, lifelong resident of Clinton, died Saturday, July 5, 2008, at Appleton City Manor. Margaret was born on March 20, 1938, in Delmar, the daughter of Howard and Luetta Elizabeth Wilson Cowan. She married Donald Dee Coulter on May 12, 1962, in Clinton. She was a homemaker, taught Sunday School and was a Bible School teacher at Allen Street Baptist Church where she was a charter member. Survivors include two daughters, Kathryn Ann Shipman and husband Charlie, Carthage, and Donna Kim Engeman and husband John, Montrose; six grandchildren, Mikayla, Alex, Alyssa, Brendon, Keon and Seth; her sister Mary Elizabeth Lupton of Murrieta, California; her brother Howard Cowan of Clinton; several family members in the Delmar area and many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband of 34 years, Donald Dee Coulter. Funeral services will be at Consalus Funeral Home, Wednesday, July 9. Burial in Englewood Cemetery.

COULTER, Ralph Lee
1917-2005
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 21 2005 - Ralph Lee Coulter, 88, Clinton, died Wednesday, October 19, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Services were held October 22, 2005, at the Clinton United Methodist Church. Burial in Englewood Cemetery. He was born in Henry County. He was an insurance supervisor for the Cameron Mutal Insurance Company. Ralph was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Ralph and Alice became 50-year members of the Clinton United Methodist Church in 2005. Ralph leaves to mourn his passing his wife, Alice, of the home, Alison Blankenship, granddaughter, and Ben Blankenship, who is known as a grandson, and Nicole Jeffress, granddaughter. Ralph also leaves two special cousins, Mabel Waggoner and Doris Hebert of Clinton; two sisters-in-laws, Mary Coulter and Margaret Coulter, as well as a number of nieces and nephews. Those who preceded him in death were daughter Betty Ann Jeffress; son-in--law Neville Jeffress; parents John and Willie Coulter; two brothers, Eldon and Donald Coulter.

COUNSELMAN, Clayta
1897-1918
Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
November 24, at 7:25 a.m. her spirit left its earthly body. She had been living with her sister, Mrs. F. R. Ebanues in Los Angles, Cal., and 10 days before her death she suffered a nervous collapse, and two days later double pneumonia developed. Two trained nurses and the finest physicians in the city fought to save her life. A few minutes before death came she grew suddenly strong and called her sister to her bedside and said: "Maude, I am going up the steps; Jesus is at the top, come and go with me." A smile illuminated her face and she passed to the other world. The same sweet smile was on her face as a corpse, when they brought her home. She was born at Brownington, Feb 7, 1897. She grew to womanhood in that vicinity and graduated from the Brownington school. She learned the millinery business in Clinton with Miss King, and then went to a Kansas City wholesale house, where she was employed six weeks. She then accompanied her sister to her California home. She was a born artist and in the profession she had chosen she found designing a delight. The great actresses, who had been sending east for their hats soon discovered her and for months she had designed the beautiful hats shown in the Pathe weekly news as well as many others for the great pictures. For days after her body was shipped here, beautiful gifts of lowers came to her former home from these celebrated actresses, who loved this Henry county girl, who had served so artistically. When she was 14 years old she was converted and united with the First M. E. church of Clinton. When she moved to Los Angeles she took her letter to the First M. E. church of that city, where she enjoyed its fellowship as well as the privilege of working with them. She was a member of the Philathea class in the Sunday school of 156 girls and was their social secretary. She was also at the head of the White Rose club which at first was organized for fancy work, then later they took up war work. She is survived by her parents, one brother, Merril; and sisters, Mrs. F. R. Ebanues, Los Angles, Cal; Mrs. Roy Crissman, Urich; Mrs. Dick Jenkins, near Clinton; Mrs. Ed Keutzer, of Creighton, Naomi, Opal, Atropa and Mildred at home. Mrs. Ebanues accompanied the body home arriving here Nov. 29. The funeral services were conducted at the M. E. church, Saturday morning by rev. Hoos. Interment at Bethlehem.

COUNSELMAN, Edna "Bunny"
1910-1995
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Edna "Bunny" Counselman, 84, Independence, died Thursday, February 16, 1995, at Independence Regional Health Center. Graveside services were Monday, February 20, Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Mrs. Counselman was co-owner of Counselman Refrigeration Co., Independence. She was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church, Independence. Survivors include several nieces and nephews.

COUNTI, Hazel M.
1926-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 19 2002 - Hazel M. Counti, 76, ElDorado Springs, a homemaker, died Saturday, November 16, 2002, at Citizens Memorial Hospital, Bolivar. Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 20, at Sheldon Chapel, ElDorado Springs. Cremation following services.

COURTER, John W.
1847-1903
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, May 30 1903 - Died, John Courter, at his home on Augusta street, Thursday night, May 28, 1903. He was 55, born near Springfield, Ill. and came to Clinton 20 years ago in May. He had been an employee of the Clinton Pottery for 16 years, being an engineer at that place for 10 years. He had good health until about one year ago, and from that time on has been failing and his death was caused by heart trouble. Many handsome floral offerings were given, among them a handsome pillow from the employees at the pottery. Laid to rest in Englewood, leaving a wife and six children.

COURTNEY, Robert Lee
1932-2011
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 3 2011 - Robert Lee Courtney, son of Augustin R. and Bertha (LaFavor) Courtney, was born in Sheldon on October 2, 1932. He died Monday, June 27, 2011, at North Village Park, Moberly. Robert moved with the family to a farm near Leeton where he grew up. He moved to Wasilla, Alaska, in 1958 where he built homes. Robert enjoyed buying old buildings and framing a house out of it. He moved back to Missouri in 2006. Robert is preceded in death by his father and mother, Augustin Courtney and Bertha L. Courtney, as well as aunts and uncles. He is survived by one brother, Gary Courtney of Keytesville; one aunt, Helen Cline of Windsor; as well as a number of nieces, nephews and cousins. Graveside services were held at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor, on Saturday, July 2.

COURTWRIGHT, Doris Tracy
1947-2002
Benton Green Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 13 2002 - Doris Tracy Courtwright, 55, Blue Springs, formerly of Monegaw Springs, a computer programmer, died Wednesday, December 11, 2002, at her home. Graveside services will be Saturday, December 14, at Benton Green Cemetery, near Roscoe.

COURTY, Margaret JACH
1901-1994
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Margaret Courty, 92, of Windsor, died Wednesday, March 16, at the Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg. She was born December 6, 1901 in Lincoln, the daughter of Benjamin Franklin Jach and Maggie Jane Nave Jach. On September 30, 1923, in Windsor, she married Leopold Courty, who preceded her in death on August 21, 1975. Mrs. Courty was a homemaker and mother. She was a member of the Windsor United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women of the church. She is survived by a daughter, Marilyn Krogh, Lee's Summit; a son, Paul Jack Courty, Tampa, Fl.; five grandchildren, Eric, Mike, Paul Jr., William Craig, and Carlie; five great-grandchildren, Sarah, Stephanie, Morgan, Laura and Emily, and two sisters, Adah Law and Verschael Traschel, both of Windsor. Funeral services will be Saturday, March 19, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

COUSE, Irvin
1847-1902
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Jun 21 1902 - Another happy home has been blighted and loving companion and dutiful children are left to mourn the loss of one they loved so dear. After almost four weeks of intense suffering, with a complication of diseases, the spirit of a highly-respected citizen, Irven Couse, winged its flight to the God above at 7 a.m. Sunday and the entire community was left to deplore their loss. Born in Hackettstown, N.J. May 5, 1857 (sic. 1847) and was 55. He went to Illinois when he was only 9 and has always made his own livelihood, being left an orphan when quite young. In 1868, in Warrensburg, he married Miss Margaret Hare and theirs has always been a happy union. Eight children were born, two dying in infancy, while Earle preceded his father to that better land only two years ago. Five sons and daughters will survive him - Mrs. Chas. Markle, who only recently moved to New York but who will again make her home in this city; Miss Bessie, who holds a good position as saleslady in Peoria, Illinois; Harry, of Yellowstone Park, Wyo.; Ed, who recently came from Colorado and will have charge of his father's business, and Miss Pearl, who is at home. Coming from Warrensburg, he lived on a farm, near this city, and in 1880 he came to Clinton and for several years owned a grocery on the southeast corner of the square, starting in with only $30 in money. He then bought the old Thume building, on the south side, and erected a two-story building and conducted a grocery for a number of years. After being in business about 16 years, he retired for two years, but was not content doing nothing, so he started a commission house on South Main and afterwards bought the lot on which his late business is now located. He had endeavored to bring up his children in a way in which they would always be respected by all and almost his last words were that he was reconciled to go and asking his children to remember their father and honor his name, for he had striven so hard to bring them up in the right way and was now dying, leaving a good name for them. He was an earnest member of the First M.E. Church and a faithful member and officer of the I.O.O.F., Rebekah and A.O.U.W. lodges.

COVEY, John Franklin "Frank"
1864-1895
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, Mar 28 1895 - Died at his home near Johnstown, March 26, 1895, Frank Covey of consumption. Death as again entered the home of our friends and snatched therefrom a man, yet in his youth. Only a few years ago all future to him was bright, and promised many years of healthful life; but the curtain has been drawn -- he has passed into a better world. Mr. Frank Covey was known to be an honest, intelligent and industrious young man, and liked by all who knew him. He was the son-in-law of J. P. Marlatt and wife. Seventeen months and two days previous to his death, his wife died of the same disease. Funeral services were conducted at the White Oak church Wednesday afternoon; after which the remains were interred in the cemetery near the church. Wife and husband now sleep side by side.

COVEY, Johnson Marshall
1861-1941
Sherman, Texas, Jan 20 1941 - Funeral services for Johnson Marshall Covey, 79, were held here. Burial was in West Hill Cemetery. Mr. Covey was born June 11, 1861 in Millwood, Collin County, Texas, a son of Enoch and Maranda Hunt Covey. He was married Aug. 9, 1881 on a ferryboat in the middle of the Red River to Miss Lydia E. Covey, who survives him. He came to Sherman from Collin County fifty-eight year ago and was a stock dealer and farmer for fifty years, retiring in 1935. Mr. Covey was a member of the Travis Street Methodist Church. He is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Sallie Wallace of McAlester, Okla., Mrs. Lula O'Dell of Bakersfield, Calif., Mrs. Clara Bell Zachery of Bakersfield, and Mrs. Artie Theo Price of El Paso, Texas, two sisters, Mrs. W. L. Goodman of Dallas and Mrs. Leonard Puckett of Rockwall, Texas, seventeen grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren. (Johnson Marshall Covey - b: Jun 11 1861 - d: Jan 18 1941; son of Enoch and Maranda O. Hunt Covey of Henry Co, MO; Enoch was a son of Joshua Covey of Virginia and Lydia Adamson of Tennessee who moved by horse-drawn wagon to the Georgetown, Pettis County, Missouri area in 1831)

COVEY, Lydia Elizabeth
abt 1866-1952
Sherman, Texas, Nov 30 1952 - Funeral services will be held Monday at the John C. Daniel Chapel for Mrs. Lydia Covey, wife of the late Marshall Covey and sister of the late Mrs. J. C. Hestand of Dallas. Burial in West Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Covey moved to Bakersfield, Pecos County, California from Sherman five years ago. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Van Zachery of Bakersfield, Mrs. Chester Price of El Paso, and Mrs. Irvin Wallace of McAllester, Okla; two brothers, Jake Covey of Atoka, Okla., and Jim Covey of Durant Okla., and a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. - Note: Lydia Elizabeth Covey died November 27, 1952 in Bakersfield, Pecos County, California. She was the wife of Johnson Marshall Covey. Lydia's grandparents were Joshua Covey b: VA, son of Samuel Covey Sr. (an American Revolution Patriot) and Elizabeth Nap/Knapp and Joshua's wife Lydia Adamson b: Feb 2 1797, TN, dau of Simon Adamson, Jr. (Quaker heritage) of Jefferson Co, TN and Eleanor Routh of Randolph Co, NC, who moved to Missouri by wagon pulled by horses in 1831.

COVINGTON, Louisa Clarke LEWIS
1852-1896
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. William F. Covington, whose maiden name was Lewis, died at the home of her brother-in-law, Robert W. Covington, eight miles northwest of Clinton, November 6, 1896. She was the daughter of Robert and Lucy Lewis and was married to Wm. F. Covington in December, 1876. During the month of August, 1885, she was baptized into the fellowship of Huntingdale Baptist Church and carried the sunshine of Jesus in her soul. No mortal ever fought harder for life than she did, not that she was afraid to die, but because she had four sons to live for and be a comfort to and joy to her aged mother. She lived in hope of surmounting the disease, bearing the pain bravely, traveling to the mountains of the West, hoping to be benefited permanently that she might be of service. But when the fact was made known to her that there was no hope, she quietly and cheerfully submitted to the Lord's will. May the Lord care for her boys and lead them to care for Him, and then to fulfill mother's golden dreams and meet her in heaven.

COVINGTON, Lucy Bridgewater LEWIS
1848-1919
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Died last Friday morning at 4:30, Mrs. Robert W. Covington passed away in her home at Garland. Her death was sudden, dying with the same disease that her husband who preceded her nine years ago. Mrs. Covington had been in failing health for some time, the illness to which she succumbed having been but for a short time. This splendid Christian character lived in and around Garland for over fifty years. Here among her neighbors and friends she was held in the very highest esteem. She was one of the founders and most substantial supporters of the Garland Baptist Church, where she was a regular attendant up to the time of her death. Her husband, Robert W. Covington, was one of Henry county's most successful and substantial farmers. Lucy Lewis was the daughter of Robert Lewis and Lucy Bacon Lewis. She was born in Chesterfield, St. Louis Co., Missouri, November 13th, 11848. Her parents belonged to the old colonial stock of Virginia. While Missouri was still a Spanish possession they came to Missouri and settle din the Bonne Homme Bottom where they reared a large family. In 1855 they moved to Cass county where they purchased a large tract of land expecting to make that their permanent home. But in those days border life became a very serious matter. Their home was burned in January 1862 where she had lived as a child surrounded by peace and happiness that belonged to the God fearing pioneers. Then came the depopulating Order Number 11. Mrs. Covington was brought by her parents to Henry county. Of this pioneer family only two remain, Mrs. Sarah L. Thornton and Mr. Woodson Lewis. When but a young woman she was married to Robert W. Covington, making their home on a farm one mile north of Garland. The children who survive her are: Robert L. Covington, our fellow townsman, Ed S. of Garland, John O. of Lees Summit and Mrs. Morris Lane, who occupies the home farm. The funeral services were at the home in Garland Saturday morning. The host of friends present was a silent testimony of the sterling worth of this good woman. Interment took place in Englewood.

COVINGTON, Owen
n/a-1996
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Funeral services for Owen Covington, a former Henry Countian, will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 18, at the Langford Funeral Home in Lee's Summit. His wife, Berna Dean will receive friends at 10 a.m. prior to the service. Mr. Covington died at John Knox Village. He was the son of John and Mabel Crockett Covington, who ran a grocery store at Garland for a number of years. They later moved to Cockrell, Mo., south of Lee's Summit, and ran a grocery and feed store. John Covington was a brother of Lewis Covington of Clinton. His wife was a sister of Cornelia (Mrs. Gene) Taylor of Clinton. Several relatives live in Clinton.

COVINGTON, Robert W.
1846-1910
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, July 1910 - R. W. Covington, a well known citizen and old settler, was found dead in his bed by his wife about 4:30 on the morning of July 9, heart failure being the cause. He was 64. Leaves a heart-broken wife and one daughter, Mrs. Daisy Lane; three sons, Lewis, Ed and John. Burial in Englewood. He had been afflicted with asthma for several years but not until the fatal heart malady seized him was his condition considered serious. He was a strong man in every sense of the word. His character was forceful. He as genial in disposition and positive in his conclusions, progressive in his business and honest and sincere. While not a church member, he lent his aid to the Garland church and was a stanch standby of the ministers who labored there. An ardent, firm and resolute Democrat. Born September 30, 1846, son of John O. and Eliza Barker Covington, early settlers of the county. Married in 1869 to Lucy B. Lewis. Seven children. Surviving are Robert Lewis of Clinton; Ed S. of near Brownington; John O., living on the home farm, and Mrs. Morris Lane of near Clinton. Seven grandchildren survive him - also three sisters - Mrs. Ben Brown, Warrensburg; Mrs. Woodson Lewis, Kansas City, and Mrs. Tom Cowden, Garland. With the exception of two years when he lived in Clinton, his entire life was spent in Henry County.

COVINGTON, William Fielding
1853-1893
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Feb 25 1893 - News was received here Tuesday that W. F. Covington had been accidentally shot in the south part of the state, where he had gone to buy stock. He had gone into a drug store with the hotel man to write a check for $1800 to pay for the stock. He started out and just as he passed the window, a bullet from a Winchester rifle, in the hands of a man who was examining it, crashed thru the central sashes and struck him back of the right ear, passing thru his head. He lived only a few hours. His body arrived on the Gulf yesterday and today will be buried in the new graveyard at Garland. - Clinton Eye, Jun 3 1893 - R. E. Lewis returned from Texas County Thursday. He reports that Mark Driskill, the man who shot and killed W. F. Covington a few months ago, was found guilty of manslaughter in the third degree and sentenced to three years in the penitentiary.

COWAN, Harry Gene
1945-2011
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 27 2011 - Harry Gene Cowan, son of Harry Andrew and Hazel Laverne (Schmitt) Cowan, was born July 15, 1945, in Harrisonville. He died November 16, 2011, at his home in Clinton at the age of 66 years. Harry was married to Janie "Marti" Gordon Cowan. He worked as a machinist for Clearfield Cheese Co. and he also worked for Fike Metal Products before retiring. Harry enjoyed fishing and was a lover of Bass Pro Shops. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry A. and Hazel L. Cowan, and one sister Ruby Laverne Harris. Harry is survived by his wife, Janie "Marti" Cowan of the home; sons, Roy Johnson, Harry Gene Cowan II and Jeffery Cowan, and daughters, Angela Yates, all of Clinton, and Amanda Quinories of Grain Valley; 16 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, as well as other family and friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, November 19, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Calhoun Cemetery, Calhoun.

COWAN, John Rundberg
1919-2005
Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 12 2005 - John Rundberg Cowan, 86, Lee's Summit, died at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, Thursday, August 11, 2005. He was born March 18, 1919, in Manila, Arkansas, the son of Edna (Rundberg) and Harry Wilrose Cowan. He was preceded in death by two sisters and one brother and a son John Jr. in 1986. He served his country in the Air Force during World War II and was in the South Pacific for tow and a half years. He farmed as a young man, was a car salesman and was active in the United Methodist Church of Leeton where he and his family lived for many years. He married Mildred Armstrong December 31, 1938. Active in the Leeton community, before moving to Lee's Summit in 2004, he enjoyed his Lions Club work, being a member of the cold Spring Masonic Lodge #274, the Warrensburg Chapter 3 of the Eastern Star and the American Legion Post #131. He also served on the Leeton School Board, as well as the county school board. He was a member of the Truman Lake Ramblers camping club. Surviving him are his wife Mildred of 66 years; daughter Charla and her husband J. Harvey Henry, Lee's Summit; three granddaughters, Ann Henry and Lea Henry, both of Lee's Summit, and Charity Wilkins and her husband Jeff, Lone Jack; two great-grandchildren, Hunter and Grace; a sister, Mrs. Phyllis Gabriel of Dayton, Ohio; a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Services will be held Sunday, August 14, at Leeton United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, Johnson County.

COWAN, Nettie Marie
1913-1914
Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Montrose Recorder, Dec 18 1914 - Death has again entered a Montrose home, this time claiming for its victim, Nettie Marie, the two year old daughter of Charles Cowan and wife, who departed this life Friday afternoon, after a several weeks illness. All that could be done by loving parents, kind neighbors and skilled physicians was done but to no avail, and on the above mentioned day she passed to the great beyond. Funeral services were held at the Baptist church in this city Sunday morning conducted and burial was at Hopewell cemetery north of town.

COWDEN, Catherine STEFFY
1811-1898
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jul 9 1898 - Died on the 2nd at the home of her son-in-law, J. L. Herrington in Honey Creek township, Catharine Cowden, born in Virginia July 7, 1811. An aged husband and seven children mourn her loss.

COWDEN, Robert Addison
1811-1899
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, 1899 - Addison Cowden, one of the oldest settlers in the county, died on the 20th at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Mary Rucker, near Huntingdale. The remains were buried yesterday near Norris.

COWDEN, Robert Addison
1811-1899
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Friday, Sep 22 1899 - Addison Cowden, one of the oldest pioneer residents of Henry county, died at 7 o'clock on Tuesday evening, September 20th, aged 90 years. His death was due to the natural infirmities of advanced age. He died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Mary Rucker, near Huntingdale. Mr. Cowden had lived about 35 years in the neighborhood where his death occurred and was reverenced by all for his kindly and sincere qualities. He was the father of Allen and Thomas Cowden of Honey Creek township, Mrs. Rosanna Harrington of near Hartwell, Mrs. George Tolston of White Oak, and Mrs. Mary Rucker of Huntingdale. Interment will take place on Friday at the Norris cemetery.

COWDEN, William Bret
1958-2002
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 30 2002 - William Bret Cowden, 43, Kansas City, died Saturday, April 27, 2002, as a result of an accident in Cass County. Graveside services will be Saturday, May 4, at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. He was born in Kansas City. He was a delivery man for a paint company. He is survived by his parents, Bill and June Cowden of the home; one brother, Mark Robert Cowden and wife Barbara of Kansas City; one sister, Rebecca Gale Callahan and husband Steve; one niece, Elizabeth Callahan, all of Jacksonville beach, Florida, aunts, Greta Batschelett of Clinton, Alice Hilte and husband Bob, Montrose, and Dixie Adams of Newport, Oregon, and uncles John R. Cowden and wife Ellen, Newport Oregon, Phil Carter and wife Beverly of Kansas City, and Henry Briggs and wife Connie, Clinton, as well as other aunts and uncles and other relatives and friends.

COWELL, Myrtle Pauline "Polly" BELTON
1909-2001
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 24 2001 - Myrtle Pauline "Polly" Cowell was born December 5, 1909, on the Belton Farm 10 miles east of Clinton, near Hortense. She was the daughter of William H. and Bessie Coral Sell Belton. She died April 13, 2001, at her home in Brandenton, Florida. She married Sylvester Victor Cowell, on May 26, 1928, and he preceded her in death on January 28, 1985. She was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church and various sewing clubs. Her parents and one brother, Dwight Belton, who died on October 8, 1942, also preceded her in death. Survivors include one daughter, Jean C. Wallace, Brandenton, Florida; one granddaughter, Susan Horne, Jacksonville, Florida; one grandson, Richard Kinyon, Brandenton, Florida; six great-grandchildren, Amy Horne, Potosi, Stephen Horne, Tallahassee, Florida, Ricky Kinyon, Daniel Kenyon, Cheyenne and Victor, all of Brandenton, Florida, along with numerous cousins and friends of all ages. Funeral services were held April 18 at the Clinton United Methodist Church. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

COWLEY, Laura
abt 1872-1890
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Jul 12 1890 - Thursday, July 3, the 2 o'clock Gulf train bore Misses Mamie and Laura Cowley on a visit to the family of John Dunning at Deepwater, to celebrate the 4th with friends in that vicinity. The picknickers were enjoying themselves in pleasant pastimes at the grounds in Loyd's Grove until the middle of the afternoon when Miss Laura went riding with Leonard Lahue in a two sheel cart but about one mile northeast of Deepwater the horse became unmanageable and three Miss Laura out on her head, killing her instantly, as found by Mr. Barr's family, who rushed immediately to assist, as they witnessed the accident from their home. Mr. Lahue was thrown from the cart a bit further on. The corpse was instantly and tenderly cared for, an inquest held and the remains conveyed to her home in Clinton that night. Her parents came here from Morrisonville, Illinois in 1882 and resided on a farm near Clinton until two years ago when they moved to town. Funeral services were at the Catholic Church, crowded to overflow. The six little maids, Julia McBeth, Maggie Sullivan, Katie Kiehl, Nellie Maloney, May McBeth, Amelia Baumgartner, who were received into church with her the Sabbath before, were as spotless as their white robes and lovingly, with tear-dimmed eyes, acted as pall bearers for their departed comrade. The same horse, we understand, ran away with N. Lahue and Miss Katie Birch in the morning when near the residence of Judge Rhoads and ran into a half-open gate. The wheels of the cart struck the post with such force that both the occupants were thrown over the fence.

COX, Angelique Hope
2002-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 12 2002 - Angelique Hope Cox, five-day old infant daughter of Jeremy W. Cox and Rose Thigpen, died Saturday, August 10, at Research Medical Center. Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 15, at Consalus-Bradley Chapel, Clinton. In addition to her parents, she is survived by a twin sister, Theresa Faye Cox; two brothers, Codie Cameron Cox and Chance Wayne Cox of the home; maternal grandparents, James Earl Sr. and Theresa Marie Thigpen; paternal grandparents, Donnie Ray and Jody Faye Cox, all of Clinton; maternal great-grandparents, Mary Schick, Clinton, Hayward Schick, Stover, Patsy Brown, Clinton; paternal great-grandparents, Raymond and Cecile Bigler, Deepwater, and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

COX, Anna Idella RAY
1915-1991
Mt. Zion Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Anna Idella Cox, daughter of James H. and Elvira Copenhaver Ray, was born September 13, 1915 in Fairfield, Missouri and passed away August 24, 1991 at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. She and her husband, John A. Cox, owned and operated the Mt. Zion Grocery for 40 years before retiring in 1975. She was preceded in death by her husband, John, in 1980 and one son, Nolan, in 1946, as well as two brothers, John Ray and Willie Ray, and three sisters, Fern Hughes, Nellie Jones and Doshia Smith. She is survived by two sons, Harold Cox, Deepwater, and Ronnie Cox, Clinton; one daughter Marilyn Green, Independence; one brother Dillon Ray, Kansas City, and one sister Goldena Bunch, Lowry City, as well as nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 27, 1991, at the Vansant-Mills Chapel. Burial was held at the Mt. Zion Cemetery, Mt. Zion.

COX, Anna Margaret SHOBE
1928-2007
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 5 2007 - Anna Margaret (Shobe) Cox, 79, a lifelong resident of Clinton, died Friday, August 31, 2007, at her home. She was born January 29, 1928, in Clinton, the daughter of Clarence Shobe and Anna Pearl (Journey) Shobe. "Annie" attended Comer elementary rural grade school in Henry County and graduated from Clinton High School and then Central Missouri State University in 1950. Following her graduation from college, she taught school in Urich and Blairstown. On June 10, 1951, in Clinton, she married Floyd E. "Bud" Cox, also of Clinton. Annie worked alongside her husband as secretary and bookkeeper in the farm implement business after they formed Golden Valley Ford Tractor in 1954. They owned and operated the business until they sold it in 1979. While in the Ford tractor business, they were awarded many trips, which Annie enjoyed, including several cruises and a special trip to the New York World's Fair. In October of 1958, their only child, Timothy Eugene Cox, was born. Annie took great delight in seeing their son as he grew and excelled in school in many areas. Another joy in her life was when Tim was united in marriage to Julie Ann Johnson. They presented them with two grandchildren, Alan Michael and Courtney Marie. Annie enjoyed being involved with their lives at every possible opportunity. When Annie was 14 years of age, she accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior and was baptized into Quarles Baptist Church using the baptistery in First Baptist Church, Clinton. After her marriage to Bud, she joined First Baptist in Clinton, where she was very active as superintendent of the Intermediate Department, Sunday School teacher and as a leader in a Young Women's Group. Annie enjoyed attending the Homemaker Sunday School Class, when her health would permit. Annie is survived by her devoted husband, Bud, of the home; a son, Timothy Eugene Cox and his wife, Julie; a grandson, Alan Michael Cox, and a granddaughter, Courtney Marie Cox, all of Woodridge, Illinois. Annie was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services were Tuesday, September 4, at the First Baptist Church, Clinton. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery.

COX, Bert Hamilton
1871-1963
Antioch Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Tuesday, Aug 6 1963 - Bert Hamilton Cox, 93, well-known Clinton figure for many years at Hotel Central, died July 29 at the Forest Avenue Nursing Home, Kansas City, where he had entered last month. Mr. Cox, Negro employee 44 years at Hotel Central, made a wide variety of friends and acquaintances among old and young alike during his many years of service. Soft spoken and unassuming, Mr. Cox, who retired a few years ago, is remembered for his many courtesies, his warm friendliness and his never failing willingness to be of assistance, all of which were always in evidence. His loyalty and honesty was unquestionable and many had a warm spot in their hearts for "Uncle Bert" as he was affectionately known. For his many thoughtful services so much appreciated, he was remembered with various kindnesses which included being a guest through the various holidays in the home of his good friend, Kenneth Hall. Too, Mrs. Bill Whitworth each Sunday, fixed him a tasty meal which her son, Clifford always took to him. Mr. Cox had never married. He was a devout member of the St. James Methodist Church and a member of the Methodist Men's Club. He leaves two cousins, one of Sedalia, one of Slater. Funeral services were conducted Sunday, Aug. 4, at St. James Methodist Church. Interment was in Antioch Cemetery under the direction of Sickman and Dunning Funeral Home. A cousin, Mrs. Emma Cox Woods Slater, a guest of the Kenneth Halls, attended last rites.

COX, Carrol Creighton
1917-2002
Grant Cemetery, Creighton, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 28 2002 - Carrol Creighton Cox of Urich was born November 12, 1917, near Urich, the son of James Earl and Helen Veta (Creighton) Cox. He departed this life Monday, August 19, 2002, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 84 years, nine months and seven days. On August 17, 1946, Carrol was united in marriage to Ida Mae Starks at Olathe, Kansas. Carrol was a farmer and stockman. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Carrol was a member of the Christian Church, Creighton, Ingham-Morgan Post #371 of the American Legion, Urich, and the Fraternal Order of Eagles #3667, Clinton. He was a lifelong area resident of Urich. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by one sister, Nira Schreen. He is survived by his wife, Ida Mae Cox of the home; two sons, Jim Cox and wife Sandi, Marshall, and Ray Cox and wife Mary Anne, Urich; one stepson, Dorcy Conrad and wife Diana, Versailles; 11 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Friday, August 23, at Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City. Burial and military honors were at Grant Cemetery, near Creighton.

COX, Charlene ISUQUE
1921-2003
Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Macon, Macon Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 18 2003 - Charlene Cox, daughter of Valarie and Lucille (Watts) Isuque, was born August 14, 1921, in Macon, and died at the Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, on July 11, 2003, at the age of 81 years. Charlene was married to Lynn Cox. She was a homemaker. They had lived in Clinton for over 23 years. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Reginald and Richard; two sisters Vera Russell and Francis Thomas. She is survived by her husband, Lynn Cox, Clinton; one son, Lucien Cox and his wife Kathy, Macon; on daughter, Peggy Romero of St. Louis; two sisters, Florence Garvin and husband, Thomas, Macon, and Christine Eisenhauer and husband, Carl, Moberly; granddaughter, Paige Watkins of St. Louis, as well as seven great-grandchildren. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the Hutton and McElwain Chapel, Macon, on Tuesday, July 15. Burial was in the Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Macon.

COX, Dwight
1922-2012
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 1 2012 - Dwight Cox, 90, Clinton, died Tuesday, July 17, 2012, at his home. Dwight served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He graduated from Oklahoma Baptist University in Norman, Oklahoma, with a degree in Pastoral Studies. He was an ordained Baptist minister and was a member of the First Baptist Church, Clinton. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Mildred (Wilson) Cox; his sister, Marie Williams, and his brother, Walter Joe Cox. He is survived by his wife, Ruby; one son, David Dwight of Prairie Village, Kansas; three daughters, Donna Shumaker of Clinton, Joyce Johnston of Lee-ton and Martha Lawson of Cal-houn; one brother, Ronald Cox of Sedan, Kansas; seven grandchildren, Matthew Lawson, Mitch Lawson, Melinda Barela, Melissa Meyer, Amy Johnston, Paul Johnston and Julie Cox, as well as five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, July 20, at the First Baptist Church, Clinton. Interment was in Clinton Memory Gardens, Clinton.

COX, Emily Jane HOOVER
1858-1924
Hickory Grove Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, Jul 3 1924 - The subject of this sketch, Mrs. Emily Jane Cox, was born in Christian County, Illinois, August 5, 1858. She was the daughter of Timothy A. and Mary H. Hoover. In early childhood she came with her parents to Henry County, Missouri, where she spent the greater portion of her life. Most of the time she lived in the Hickory Grove community where she made many friends. She was united in marriage to Noah F. Cox, September 5, 1878. Nine children were born to them, all of whom survive. The children are LEE Roy, of Lowry City; John A., of California; Mrs. Mary Jacobs, of Maysburg; Mrs. Willie Parks, of Brownington, Mrs. Pearl Hiter, of Weldon, 111.; Clyde, of Clinton; Mrs. Amy Boyd, of Urich. Earl, of Lowry City and Mrs. Mammie Robertson, of Clinton. She united with the Baptist Church at Stone Mission about 25 years ago and continued in that faith. Just a little more than a year ago her husband, her life's companion, preceded her to the Great Beyond. She leaves to mourn her departure, the above named children; 4 sisters; 3 brothers, and many other relatives and friends. She made her home with her two sons at Lowry City since the death of her husband. She had been seriously ill for several weeks and every effort of skill and love was of no avail and she fell asleep June 25, 1924 at the age of 65 years, 10 months and 20 days. The body was brought to Urich June 27 and taken to Hickory Grove Cemetery, where funeral services were held, and the body was laid in its earthen bed by the side of the husband. Another of earth's mothers has gone after giving to the human family nine children and bringing them to manhood and woman hood.

COX, Francis Lester Jr.
1958-2012
Francis Lester Cox, Jr., age 54, of Clinton, Missouri, passed away Monday, March 5, 2012 at his home. His wishes were to be cremated with no service. He was born in Independence, Missouri the son of Francis Lester and Vivian Pauline (Galatis) Cox. He worked as a tank lining sandblaster. Survivors include his son Francis Lester Cox III and his daughter Lindsey Nicole Cox, both of Blue Springs, Missouri; his father Guy D. Slinker, sister, Barbara Fried and her husband Steve, and brother Guy Slinker all of Deepwater, Missouri.

COX, Fredonia H.
1917-2001
Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 9 2001 - Fredonia H. Cox, 84, Sweet Springs, formerly of Leeton, died Thursday, November 8, 2001, at the Sweet Spring Villa. She married Ken Cox March 15, 1942. He died August 24, 1973. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Sweet Springs, formerly a member of Leeton Baptist Church and taught Sunday School at the Leeton church. Survivors include a daughter, Sherry Shivers, Warrensburg; a son, Mike Cox, Sweet Springs; a sister, Virginia Bradfield, Leeton; five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Sunday, November 11, at the Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg. Burial will be in the Mineral Creek Cemetery in Leeton.

COX, Goldena W.
1908-2002
Landaker Cemetery, Butler Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 22 2002 - Goldena W. Cox, 94, Clinton, died Friday, July 19, 2002, at Meadowbrook Manor, Clinton. She was a retired switchboard operator. Funeral services will be at the Landaker Cemetery, Lowry City, Tuesday, July 23.

COX, Harold E.
1931-2010
Harold E. Cox, 78, of Warsaw, Missouri, died Friday morning, January 8, 2010, at the Warsaw Health and Rehabilitation Center, Warsaw. He was born June 22, 1931, in Dodge City, Kansas, the son of Hoye Cox and Mary (McDaniel) Cox. On May 4, 1966, in Sedalia, Mo., he married Janet Cecelia Lindemann, who survives of Green Ridge, Mo. Mr. Cox served in the United States Air Force for 25 years during the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. After his discharge, he went to work for B&L Electric, in Clinton, Mo., where he worked for a number of years. He then went to work for Hays Wheels, (now Hayes Lemmerz) in Sedalia, Mo., for several years before his retirement. Harold was a member of the Sedalia VFW Post 2591 and a former member of the Sedalia Masonic Lodge. In addition to his wife, Janet, he is survived by 3 sons, Demetrius “Deke” Cox, Raytown, Mo.; Marcus Cox, Forrest City, Arkansas; Thaddeus Cox and his wife, Genie, Green Ridge, Mo.; a daughter, Crystal Cox, Green Ridge, Mo.; 7 grandchildren, Cecelia Cox; Codie Aker; Lillie Cox; Ada Tucker; Martin Cox; Nevaeh Cox; Heath Lestage and 2 grandchildren “on the way.” Also surviving are 2 sisters, Lucille Bennett and LaVirta Thomas, both of Eugene, Oregon; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Monday, January 11, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, Mo.

COX, Harold Eugene "Hank"
1966-1998
Harold Eugene "Hank" Cox, 32, Tunas, MO, died Tuesday, Dec. 29, 1998, in his home following a sudden illness. He was born Jan. 19, 1966, in Clinton to Harold K. and Maxine Woods Cox.  Survivors include his parents, Harold and Maxine Cox of Bolivar; five brothers, Kenneth Cox of Pennsylvania, Chris Smith of El Campo, Texas, Connely Brewer of Clinton, Terry Brewer of Appleton City, and Drake Parker of Davenport, Iowa; and four sisters, Karen Stevens of Warsaw, Lila Law of Collins, Norma Fischer of Bryan, Texas, and Shelly Parker of Davenport, Iowa.  Services were Saturday, Jan. 2, at Mount Zion Methodist Church in Mount Zion. According to the family wishes, his body has been donated to medical science.

COX, Harold Kenneth
1938-2008
Mt. Zion Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 11 2008 - Harold Kenneth Cox of Clinton was born October 8, 1938, to John A. Cox and Anna Idella (Ray) Cox. He died January 19, 2008, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton at the age of 69 years. Harold was a veteran, having served in the United States Army. He was a hard worker who loved to stay busy, He had a gift that he could just look at something and he would know how either to build it or fix it. He enjoyed cutting wood; going to country music shows and fishing. His greatest joy was when his family and friends came by to visit or when they called on the phone. Harold was preceded In death by his parents; one brother Noland Cox, and one son Harold "Hank" Eugene Cox. He is survived by one daughter Karen Stevens and husband Mike, Lincoln; one sister Marilyn Cox of Raymore; one brother Ronnie Cox of Clinton; three granddaughters, Angelia Chapin, Melissa Pollard and Jessica Stevens; five great-grandchildren; special nieces and nephews; great-nieces and nephews and a special friend June Cox. Memorial services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Friday, January 25. Inurnment was in Mt. Zion Cemetery, Deepwater.

COX, Ida Mae STARKS
1920-2007
Grant Cemetery, Creighton, Cass Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Ida Mae Cox of Urich, Missouri was born April 26, 1920 in Lincoln, Kansas the daughter of Benjamin Franklin and Ida Viola (Giersch) Starks. She departed this life, Monday, November 5, 2007 at Westwood Nursing Center, Clinton, Missouri at the age of 87 years, 6 months and 9 days. On August 17, 1946 Mae was united in marriage to Carroll Creighton Cox in Olathe, Kansas. Mae was a homemaker. She was a member of the Creighton Christian Church, Creighton, Missouri; the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Clinton, Missouri. She had lived in Lincoln and Osborne, Kansas and Clinton before moving to Urich, Missouri in 1947. Mae enjoyed her family, grandchildren, crossword puzzles and reading. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Carroll on August 19, 2002; two brothers, Benny and Gerald Starks. She is survived by three sons, Dorcy Conrad and wife, Diana, Versailles, Missouri; Jim Cox and wife, Sandi, Clinton, Missouri, Ray Cox and wife, Mary Anne, Urich, Missouri; eleven grandchildren, Gina, Jim, Donna, Tobby, Bart, John, Ashley, Tabitha, Tiffany, Stacey and Paul; eighteen great-grandchildren; a sister, Wanda Evelyn Flynn, Walnut Grove, California; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Friday, November 9, 2007 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, MO with interment in the Grant Cemetery, Creighton, MO.

COX, James Arthur
1917-2001
Mt. Zion Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 26 2001 - James Arthur Cox, 83, died Friday, March 23, 2001, at the Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City. He had been a writer for the Kansas City Star. He is survived by two sons, James A. Cox, Jr. of North Kansas City and David Maxwell Cox of the state of Virginia; three daughters, Peggy Jones of Deepwater, Mary Catherine Phillips of Florida and Patricia Ping of Kansas City; one brother, Dorance Cox of Woodbine, Iowa; 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at the Sickman & Dunning Chapel on Tuesday. Burial will be in the Park Grove Cemetery, near Lowry City, in St. Clair County.

COX, James D.
1870-1888
Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Apr 28 1888 - Coroner Menees Wednesday morning held an inquest over the dead body of young J. D. Cox near the farm of Judge Groff, on grand River. The remains were found by A. Douglass' water spaniel in some driftwood. While that gentleman was fishing, the dog attracted his attention to the body by his barking and partially pulling it from the water. The body was very much decomposed but the clothing was all one. Young Mr. Cox had two sisters in the county - Mesdames Judge Groff and I. C. Leonard. The widow mother and her family who resided in Bethlehem township at the time of young Cox's disappearance and were then nearly crazed over his mysterious absence, are now living in Kansas. Cox was about 19 and left his mother's home to go fishing about four weeks ago. Searches were made to no affect. The jury at the inquest determined death was from drowning.

COX, Jean Ann GOODMAN
1937-1996
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Jean Ann Cox, 59, Kansas City, died Thursday, May 9, 1996, in Clinton. She is survived by her husband, Jack M. Cox of Kansas City; two sons, Jack E. Cox of Clinton and Randy Cox of the home; two daughters, Tammy Holley of Independence, and Tonya Duke of Warsaw; three brothers, Ralph Goodman of Kansas City, Charles Goodman of Warsaw and Burt Goodman of Georgia; two sisters, Velma Stockton of Orrick and Patty Roberts of Kansas; her stepfather, Leon Wyatt of Warsaw; seven grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at Sickman & Dunning Chapel on Tuesday, May 14. Burial will be in the Forest Hill Cemetery in Kansas City following a service in the Forest Hill Chapel.

COX, Jean Kathryn GOFF
1945-2021
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Jean Cox, 75, of Calhoun, Missouri, died early Thursday morning, July 22,2021, at Windsor Healthcare & Rehabilitation in Windsor. She was born December 2, 1945, in Clinton, Mo., the daughter of Carl Joseph Goff and Ethel Dale (Harvey) Goff. On June 5, 1971, she married Larry Harold Cox in Blue Springs, Mo., and he survives of the home. Jean worked for the Social Security Administration for over 25 years. After retirement, she and Larry lived full-time on the farm. She enjoyed riding and keeping horses from a young age. She enjoyed shopping and was also kind to all animals and always made provision for the dogs and cats that arrived on the farm. She was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church, Windsor. In addition to her husband Larry, Jean is survived by several nieces, nephews, and many great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and several aunts and uncles. Graveside services will be Monday, July 26, 2021, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

COX, Jessie Cordelia EMBREE
1885-1971
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Jessie Cordelia (Embree) Cox, daughter of Jasper Francis and Sarah Catherine (Brown) Embree was born near Fort Smith, AR, November 20, 1885, and passed away at Wetzel's Hospital June 27, 1971 at 7:35 p.m., after a ten weeks illness, of which two weeks was spent at the Golden Valley Nursing Home, the last week at Wetzel's Hospital. She was united in marriage to William Joab Cox on June 1st, 1907, by Judge J. A. Silvers at the Butler, Missouri Court House. Three daughters blessed this home: Mrs. Glenn (Ruby) Lotspeich (deceased); Mrs. Sam (Thelma) McCalmon and Mrs. Monroe (Ruth) Carter, Clinton, MO. Ruby passed away December 19, 1967, and Monroe on February 16, 1967. Her husband, William J. passed away February 5, 1969, after several years of poor health. Her parents, three sisters and two brothers preceded her in death. One sister died in infancy. She is survived by two daughters, four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, her two son-in-laws, Sam McCalmon and Glenn Lotspeich and his wife, Virginia. One great-grandson, Larry Sykes, passed away January 26, 1965. A number of neices and nephews and one sister-in-law, Edna Cox, and her little dog, Tiny, who was her constant companion, also survive. Her mother passed away when she was only two years. She was tenderly cared for by her father who never married again and her older sisters and brothers. She also spent some time with an Aunt Mollie Hemphill, her mother's sister and her mother's brother, Uncle Peter Brown, who with William P. Wright, helped establish the Bethlehem Baptist Church in Bethlehem Township, Henry County, Missouri, on September 6, 1854. They met at the home of Rev James Lee until they built the church two years later and Rev Peter Brown was the first pastor. William P. Wright was Charles Radfords grandfather. She professed her faith in Christ and united with the Christian Church when a young girl, since her father was a pastor of that church for a number of years, but with such a large family, he gave it up and took up farming. She moved her membership to the Methodist Church in Creighton and attended there, while they lived on their farm north of Creighton for several years. In July 1957 they moved to Clinton, MO, when their health failed, buying their home at 405 S. McLane. She and her husband attended Allen Street Baptist Church until his health failed, then when he entered a rest home, she again started to church and was there every Sunday if her health permitted. She was at church the day before she entered the hospital. Her pride and joy were her grandchildren, Mrs. Robert (Janet) Shute; Billy Roy McCalmon; Mrs. Robert (Joyce) Jones; and Mrs. Calvin (Donna) Childers and her great-grandchildren, John Hackworth, Malinda Julia and Kathy Jones, Truitt, Monique, Trent McCalmon and Cassie Childers and the grandchildren spouses that are married.

COX, Joe S.
1901-1991
Antioch Pioneer Cemetery, Merriam, Johnson Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Joe S. Cox, 90, Appleton City, died Sunday, December 8, 1991 at the Colonial Manor Nursing Home. He is survived by a son, Wilbur Cox of Stockton; a daughter, Gladys Harper of Lowry City. Graveside services will be Wednesday at the Antioch Cemetery in Overland Park.

COX, Lula M.
1890-1892
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Saturday, Oct 22 1892 - The infant child of L. N. & Laura Cox, died at Hartwell, Sunday, Oct. 9th, of pneumonia and croup. She was three years of age. The remains were taken to Norris cemetery for burial.

COX, Marjorie Marie CONYERS
1931-2013
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 22 2013 - Marjorie M. (Conyers) Cox, 81, Clinton, died Wednesday, November 20, 2013, at Appleton City Manor, Appleton City. Marjorie was born December 2, 1931, to James Everett Conyers and May Ellen (Brady) Conyers in Sprague. Her parents ran a business called "Cozy Corner" in Sprague and this is where she lived during her childhood. she attended high school in Rich Hill. Upon graduation, she attended Southwest Baptist College in Bolivar. After college, she returned to Sprague and taught school for two years. On April 29, 1950, she married Robert William (Bill) Cox. After moving to Kansas City, they built their first home and had two children, Robert and Brenda. In 1955, Marjorie attended cosmetology school. Due to Bill's employment with KCP&L, they moved to Clinton in 1958. Later, they built a house together which included Marjorie's place of business, "Margie's Beauty Shop." In 1975, they built a house at Pomme de Terre Lake that would eventually become their retirement home. They lived there for five years with their children and grandchildren visiting as much as possible to enjoy time on the lake as a family. Marjorie and Bill loved to dance. On many occasions, people would clear the dance floor just to watch them. during their retirement years, they enjoyed traveling in their motor home and vacationing in Texas during the winter months. In 1990, due to Bill's health, they decided to return to Clinton to be closer to their family. Bill had many health issues and Marjorie was a very compassionate caregiver to her husband for several years. Marjorie loved life and had a radiant smile. She was very family-oriented and devoted much of her time to her children and grandchildren. Marjorie was a member of the First Christian Church. Survivors include her son, Robert L. Cox and wife Norie; daughter, Brenda S. Markam and husband Ron; four grandchildren, Steve Markham and wife Lori, Jason Markham and wife Amanda, Jennifer Sewell and husband Jon, and Matt Cox and wife Stephani, all of Clinton; five great-grandchildren, Ben and Addison Markham, Britany and Alex Markham and Hayden Sewell. Preceding her in death were her parents, infant daughter Carol Ann, sister Juanita Gorden, and her husband Bill Cox. Graveside services and interment will be Monday, November 25, at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

COX, Ray Louis
1935-2007
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 10 2007 - Ray Louis Cox, 71, Lowry City, was born October 24, 1935, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Ray M. and Ruth Louise Cox. Ray died June 5, 2007, at his home. He worked as a forklift operator for International Paper. Ray is survived by his wife Carolyn Kay Steen Cox of the home; seven sons, Danny Ray Cox, Kalamazoo, Michigan, Terry Wayne Cox, Steven Allen Cox, Ronny Dean Cox, Rocky Carl Santahuff, Jeffrey Paul Webb, all of Kansas City, Curtis Ray Santahuff, Lowry City; one daughter Scarlett Renee Barbosa, Kansas City; two brothers, James C. Cox, Kansas City, Kansas, and Jack Cox, Warsaw; 20 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Ray's wishes were to be cremated with no services.

COX, Raymond Everett
1950-2008
Grant Cemetery, Creighton, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 25 2008 - Raymond Everett Cox of Urich was born May 15, 1950 in Clinton, the son of Carrol Creighton and Ida Mae (Starks) Cox. He departed this life on Sunday, March 16, 2008, at the Veterans Administration Medical Center, Kansas City, at the age of 57 years, 10 months and one day. On February 14, 1976, Raymond was united in marriage to Mary Ann Jacobs in Creighton. Raymond was a farmer. He was an Army veteran and a member of the Creighton Christian Church, a member and past commander of Ingham-Morgan Post 371 of the American Legion, Urich. Raymond enjoyed his family, grandchildren and fishing. He liked to attend and watch his son, John, coach his football team in Concordia. Raymond was a lifelong area resident. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Mary Ann Cox of the home; two sons, Bart Cox and wife Stormy, Greenwood, and John Cox and wife Amber, Warrensburg; three grandchildren, Benjamin, Jonathan and Cody; two brothers, Dorcy Conrad and wife Diana, Versailles, and Jim Cox and wife Sandi, Clinton; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Friday, March 21, at Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City. Interment was in Grant Cemetery, Creighton.

COX, Robert Grant
1864-1902
Fewel-Blevins Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, Nov 22 1906 - Robert Grant Cox, born in Clearington, Ohio, August 1, 1864, died at his home in this city Monday morning May 6, 1902, aged 37 years, 9 months and 5 days. The deceased came to Missouri with his father in 1879, was married to Miss Wittie Stewart April 24, 1888. For several years he had been in poor health, suffering from hemorrhage of the lungs, for 16 months was confined to the house, and 12 weeks to his bed. In all that time he prayed that it might please God to release him from his suffering. While he had never united with any church, had made profession of religion and expressed a satisfaction in the hope of future life. He leaves a wife and four children -- Frank, Alice, Uel and Maynard -- one sister, Mrs. Belle F. Stewart, just west of town, and two brothers, Dr. F. V. Cox of Pennboro, W.V., W. H. Cox, Marietta, Ohio, and a host of friends to mourn his loss. Funeral services were conducted from the residence May 7 and interment at Stewart cemetery.

COX, Robert William "Bill"
1928-2000
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Friday, Mar 10 2000 - Robert William Cox, son of Leonard Albert and Katherine Helen Thornton Cox, was born January 23, 1928, in Rich Hill, and died Friday, February 25, 2000, at his home in Clinton. Bill moved to Clinton in 1958, working for Kansas City Power & Light, Montrose Station. He retired in 1986 after 35 years of service. He was the plant supervisor at the time of his retirement. He became a member of the Rich Hill Masonic Lodge and later transferred to the Clinton Masonic Lodge where he was a past master. He also belonged to the York Rite and the Ararat Shrine Temple, Kansas City. He was a member of the Clinton Christian Church and the Clinton Eagles Club and the Galmey VFW. He was a past Scoutmaster for Scout Troop 435. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie, of the home; one son, Robert L. Cox and wife, Norie, of Clinton; one daughter, Brenda Markham and son, Ron, Lee's Summit; one sister, Maxine West of Rich Hill, and four grandchildren, Matthew Cox, Jennifer Cox, Steve Markham and Jason Markham. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Tuesday, February 29. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

COX, Ruby Jewell HOLLAND
1907-1993
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ruby Jewell Cox was born on January 13, 1907, to William Yaney Holland and Ada Pauline (Young) Holland in Finey. She attended Finey School most of the eight years of her education. She and her family lived in Billings, Montana, for a short time, then returned to Finey. She married Samuel Wesley Cox on November 8, 1937, and raised two sons, William Wesley (Bill) and Samuel Dean, while farming their land in the Brownington area. Wes passed away Dec 18, 1981, and Jewell moved to Clinton. She lived at Clinton Manor Apartments where she made many friends and enjoyed social gatherings for seven years before moving to Westwood Nursing Center. She was a member and pianist at Clear Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Lincoln area. She accepted Christ as her savior and was baptized in February of 1956. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Herbert, Hubert, Cecil and Ed. She is survived by one brother, Keith Holland, and wife, Elizabeth. She leaves two sons, Bill, and wife, Peggy, Dean and wife, Cookie; five grandchildren, Marty and wife, Kim, Steve and wife, Susan, Mike, Debbie and Brian; two great-granddaughters, Tiffany and Nichole, daughters of Marty and Kim, along with other relatives and friends. For many years, her pastime was using her hands making things for her family and friends. She enjoyed many outings with her family and was especially happy spending time with her grandchildren and great-granddaughters. She passed away at Golden Valley Hospital at 3:15 a.m. January 13, 1993, on her 86th birthday. Funeral services were Friday, January 15, 1993, at the Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens.

COX, Ruby Rose WOOD
1925-2012
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 31 2012 - Ruby R. Cox, 87, Clinton, died Tuesday, December 25, 2012, at Lincoln Community Nursing Home, Lincoln. Ruby was born October 5, 1925, in California, Missouri, the daughter of Ralph Edward and Laura Rose (Osterly) Wood. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph Edward and Laura Rose (Osterly) Wood, and her husband, Dwight Cox. Among survivors are her children, David Dwight Cox of Prairie Village, Kansas, Donna Shumaker of Clinton, Joyce Johnston of Leeton and Martha Lawson of Calhoun; seven grandchildren, Matthew Lawson, Mitch Lawson, Melinda Barela, Melissa Meyer, Amy Johnston, Paul Johnston and Julie Cox; five great-grandchildren, and one sister, Omega Jane Barry of California, Missouri. Funeral services were held Saturday, December 29, at the First Baptist Church, Clinton. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens, Clinton.

COX, Ruth Maxine YEATES
1917-1992
Garden City Cemetery, Garden City, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ruth M. Cox, 75, died Friday, Oct. 16, 1992 in Carmel Hills Living Center, Independence, where she lived. Services were Monday, October 19 at Fairmount Christian Church; graveside services were Monday at Garden City Cemetery. Mrs. Cox was born in Urich and lived in Independence most of her life. She worked in the food service department at Macy's Downtown store for 20 years, retiring in 1982. She was a member of the church and its YMP class Her husband, Len Cox, died in 1967. Survivors include two brothers, Kenneth Yeates, Kansas City, KS and Claude Yeates, Coffeyville, KS; four sisters, Lottie Grossart, Lawrence, KS, Luella Coke, Corning, CA, Helen Kimberlin, Gridley, KS, and Dorothea Reynolds, Kansas City.

COX, Sally Ann HIGGINBOTTOM
1932-2014
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 19 2014 - Sally Ann Cox, 82, Lowry City, died at Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare on Saturday, August 16, 2014. Sally was born on March 26, 1932, to John Higginbottom and Amy Lou "Hensley" Higginbottom of Ecorse, MI. She married James "Jim" Cox on January 30, 1971. Sally was a homemaker who loved knitting crocheting, reading, playing bingo and was a member of the Catholic Church. Surviving Sally are her husband, Jim Cox of the home; five children, Michael Webb (Irene) of Providence, RI, Darcey Campbell (Guy) of East Rockwood, MI, Bonnie Primak of New Boston, MI, Steve Webb (Kathy) of Lowry City and Linda Bergman of Rockwood, MI; 15 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents, a sister, Jonnie Zamenski, and a grandson, Pauley Campbell. A graveside service will be conducted at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, on Thursday, August 21.

COX, Samuel Dean
1942-2004
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 3 2004 - Samuel Dean Cox, Warrenton, died at his home after a long illness Wednesday, September 1, 2004, at the age of 63 years, four months and 23 days. He was born to Wesley and Jewel (nee Holland) Cox April 9, 1941 in Clinton. He married to Sharon "Cookie" Bradley November 18, 1961 in Clinton. He worked as a splicer for Century Tel Company for over 17 years. He and his wife owned and operated the Cox Plumbing Company in Clinton for many years. He was a member of the Fellowship Baptist Church in Warrenton, the Masonic Lodge #548 of Clinton, as a 32nd Degree Mason, member of the Scottish Rite and Ararat Shrines in Kansas City. Survivors include his wife Sharon "Cookie" Cox of Warrenton; two sons, Marty Cox of Warrenton and Mike Cox and his wife Valerie, Loveland, Colorado; four granddaughters, Tiffany, Nichole, Haley and Sara; one brother Bill Cox and his wife Peggy, Clinton; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter Mary, and one grandson Casey. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 7, at the Consalus funeral Home in Clinton. Interment will be in Clinton Memory Gardens.

COX, Sharon Kay "Cookie" BRADLEY
1945-2022
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Sharon "Cookie" Cox, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at her son's home in Orange City, Florida at the age of 77 years. Graveside services will be held Saturday, May 21, 2022, at Vansant Road Cemetery, Clinton, Missouri. Cookie was born on January 6th, 1945, in Clinton, Missouri to Rolla and Edna Bradley. She married Dean Cox in November of 1961. She completed Clinton Senior High School in 1963. They raised two children, Marty, and Mike in Clinton. In 1988, she moved to Warrenton, Missouri where she lived for 34 years. She enjoyed spending time at lake Pomme de Terre where the family spent many summers. She was an avid bowler and loved spending time with her children at the lake, with boy scouts, at baseball games, and every school event. She enjoyed living a life of faith. One of her favorite sayings was "Lord Keep Your Arm Around My Shoulder and Your Hand Over My Mouth." Cookie is preceded in death by her parents Rolla and Edna Bradley, her husband Dean (2004), her son Marty (2018), her daughter Mary Edna (1965), grandson Casey Michael (1998), three sisters, Rollene Spackler Freeman (2021), Helen Howell (1990) and Midge Schmidt (2019). One sister survives her: Betty Jo Hunter, one son, Michael Cox, and wife Valerie, four grandchildren, Haley Cox, Sara McCue and wife Christine, Nikki Preis and husband Dean, and Tiffany Cox, six great-grandchildren, Darcy Preis, Alexa Preis, Elijah Preis, Isabella Preis, Mia McCue, and Austin Green.

COX, William A. "Billie"
1924-1992
Shawnee Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - William A. "Billie" Cox, age 68, died Wednesday evening, December 23, 1992, at Harry S. Truman Veterans Administration Hospital in Columbia. He was born near Fairfield, Mo. on April 19, 1924, the son of Henry C. and Lillie McLerran Cox. He grew up in the Wisdom Community. On May 30, 1943, he married Leonia Marie Sweeny. Following their marriage they made their home on a farm in the Hogles Creek community. On January 5, 1945, he was inducted into the United States Army, serving overseas in the Philippine Islands, as a veteran of World War II. He was discharged from active duty on October 22, 1946, and returned to his family in southern Benton County. In 1958 they moved to Hermitage, where they owned and operated Cox Super Market. In 1972, they retired and returned to their farm home near Wheatland. Billie Cox was an avid outdoorsman and cherished many hours in the woods listening to the voices and the music of the fox and wolfhounds. It was time he was always willing to share with his family, his friends and his neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Mrs. Wyota Duke, Tucson, Az. He is survived by his wife, Leonia, of the home; two sons, Earnie Cox, and his wife, Sharon, of Warsaw, and Ronnie Cox, and his wife, Donna, of Monett. He also leaves four grandsons, Keith Cox and Stacy Cox of Monett, David Cox and Dustin Cox of Warsaw; one granddaughter, Christy Bevel and her husband, Bryan, of Ozark. There are 2 great-granddaughters, Dusty and Alisha Cox, of Monett; one sister, Mrs. Juanita Scott of Clinton; 2 great-nephews, Matt and Benji Talley of Stafford, several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.

COX, William Wesley
1938-2013
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
William W. Cox, age 75 years, passed away Monday, December 30, 2013 at the University of Kansas Hospital, Kansas City, Kansas. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 2, 2014 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment will follow in Clinton Memory Gardens, Clinton, Missouri. William was born October 3, 1938 in Brownington, Missouri the son of Samuel and Ruby (Holland) Cox. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1957-1961. He was a truck driver for Peabody Coal and Lowell Oil Company, and later Champion Brands products, retiring in 2003. William was a member of the Clear Creek Missionary Baptist Church. He loved fishing, gardening and spending time with his grandkids. He also enjoyed volunteering at the Senior Center. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Dean Cox; 2 brother-in-laws, Joe and James Jones; and a sister-in-law, Cinda Jones. Survivors include his wife, Peggy of the home; 2 sons, Steve (Susan) Cox of Columbia, Missouri and Brian (Alice) Cox of Bates City, Missouri; daughter, Debbie (Mike) Lesmeister of Sedalia, Missouri; 13 grandchildren, Danielle, Andrew, Jonathan, Erin, Emily, Brett, Lyndsay, Madison, Tegan, Kamieco, Jessica, Nathan and Alex, as well as many nieces and nephews.

COYNER, Mary Mettice KINNAMON
1866-1953
Pleasant Valley (Albert Dunning) Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, May 28 1953 - Mrs. Mary Doyner died at her home in Deepwater at 11:10 a.m. May 19. she had been in failing health for several months, suffering with asthma, a heart ailment and dropsy. Deferring to her wise to be cared for at home, her two daughters, Mrs. Freda Randahl, Deepwater, and Mrs. Ora Twombley, Indianola, Ia., and her son George of the home, ministered to her every need with love and understanding. Mary M. Kinnamon was born in Montgomery county, Indiana, Jan. 28, 1866, and there grew to young womanhood. On Jan. 10, 1886, she was married to Wm. B. Coyner. Indiana was their home until 1889 when they moved to Iowa. In 1920 they moved to Henry County, purchasing what is now the Ernest Brown farm in the Pleasant Valley neighborhood. Mr. Coyner died Aug. 20, 1933, and in 1946 Mrs. Coyner and son George, moved to Deepwater which has since been their home. Early in life Mrs. Coyner accepted Christ as her Saviour and united with the Christian Church. She enjoyed attending Sunday School and church services until her hearing failed and loved to hear the singing of the old hymns. Other survivors, in addition to the children above mentioned, include a granddaughter, Mrs. Bonnie Lee Uknes, and a great-grandson, Charles Lee Uknes of Corning, Ia., who with Mr. Uknes, were here for the last rites; one brother William Kinnamon, Crawfordsville, Ind. The first born, a son, died at birth. Funeral services were conducted at the home May 22. Burial was in the Albert Dunning Cemetery beside her husband.

COYNER, Willie A. BLAINE
1869-1894
Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Willie A. Coyner died at the home of her father-in-law near Coal, Monday, June 2, at 9 p.m., after several months' illness of that dread destroyer, consumption. She was born and raised in the county, married Lewis W. Coyner March 1, 1888 and the grief stricken husband is now left with three little children, the oldest only five years. Mrs. Coyner joined the Tebo Baptist church and was baptized by Rev. Thomas Briggs about two years before her marriage. She was ready when the call came. She had most wonderful religious experiences during her illness. She was so young to be called from earth, only 25, and desired to live for her husband and children, but was reconciled. She was laid away in Mt. Olivet beside her father and three sisters. Within the last ten months, her mother, Mrs. A. E. Fairman, has been bereaved of three grown daughters, by the same fatal malady.

COZAD, A. Rex
1917-2005
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 2 2005 - A. Rex Cozad, 87, Hutchinson, Kansas, died Tuesday, February 1, 2005. He was a farmer and stockman and retired administrator of the Kansas Wheat Commission in Hutchinson. Funeral services will be Friday, February 4, at Norcatur, Kansas, United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife Merle N. Cozad, Hutchinson, Kansas; son David Cozad, Norton, Kansas, and daughter, Mary Vanderburg and husband Bill, Clinton.

COZORT, William Thomas
1932-2002
Odd Fellows Cemetery, Ponca City, Kay Co, OK
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 10 2002 - William Thomas Cozort, a retired admissions counselor at SUNY Cortland, died Sunday, September 8, 2002, at his home in Warsaw. He was a native of Woodstock, Illinois. During the Korean War he served in the 356th Combat engineering group. He earned a Bachelor's degree in political science from Park College in Parkville and earned a Master's degree in political science and public administration from the University of Kansas. He was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Janice Cozort, and is survived by three children, Christopher and wife Pearl, of Courtland, New York, Andrew and wife Colette, Rudyard, Michigan, and Lynn of Tucson, Arizona; four grandchildren. Burial will be in Ponca City, Oklahoma with a memorial service Friday, September 13, at the Reser Funeral Home, 105 West Main Street, Warsaw.

CRABB, Susan
1814-1891
Clinton MO, Jul 25 1891 - Died, in Davis township, Mrs. Susan Crabb, with a complication of diseases Tuesday, the 21st, at 8:30 p.m. She was born in Zanesville, Ohio, January 1814 and removed to Missouri about 21 years ago, coming from Illinois. Her first husband died in 1856 and she married James K. Crabb, who survives her, on January 3, 1862. By the first husband, nine children were born, six of whom are living: Samuel A., living on a farm two miles northeast of Ladue; George N., living on a farm near Sprague, in Bates county; Joel T., living in Cedar county near Listendale, on a farm; William H., located at Nevada and employed with the bridge gang on the Pacific; Mrs. Elizabeth A. Keown, on a farm in Sumner county, Kansas; Mrs. Mary Olive, in Madison county, Illinois, on a farm. No children by last husband. Remains taken to Illinois Wednesday for burial by the side of her first husband. James K. Crabb, Samuel A. and George N. Vansant accompanied the remains to their last resting place.

CRABTREE, Clarence Leland Derice
1909-1998
Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 9 1998 - Clarence Leland Derive Crabtree, 88, Independence, died Monday, February 23, 1998, at Columbia Independence Regional Hospital in Independence. He was born October 18, 1909, in El Dorado Springs and lived in Leeton and Chilhowee most of his life. He moved to Independence in 1996. On September 17, 1938, he married Doris Irene Dennison In Warrensburg. She preceded him in death February 18, 1994. Mr. Crabtree was a farmer and a member of the Holden congregation of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He is survived by two sons, Delbert Crabtree, Warrensburg, and Raymond Crabtree, Parkville; two daughters. Patricia Baughman, Independence, and Rosalie Cunningham, Chilhowee; 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by four brothers, four sisters and two infant granddaughters. Funeral services were Wednesday, February 25, at the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Holden. Burial was in Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton.

CRABTREE, Cleo V. "Charlie"
1910-1999
Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Kansas City, Wyandotte Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - C. V. (Charlie) Crabtree, 88, Lenexa, Kansas, formerly of Iconium, died Sunday, February 21, 1999, at Lakeview Village, Lenexa, after a long illness. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 24 at the Grandview Baptist Church, Kansas City, Kansas. Burial will be in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Mr. Crabtree was born in Iconium and had lived most of his life in Kansas City, Kansas, before retiring to Bella Vista, Arkansas in 1976 and returning to Kansas City in 1995. He had been a supervisor of underground services for Kansas City Power and Light for 30 years, retiring in 1975. He was a former member of the Grandview Baptist Church and a member of the Bella Vista United Methodist Church, the Kaw Masonic Lodge and the York Rite Bodies of Kansas City, Kansas. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Lois H. Crabtree of the home; two sons and their wives, Edward (Mike) and Markie Crabtree and Dan Crabtree and Maureen Mahoney, all of Kansas City, Kansas; a sister, Maxine Smart, and a brother, Woodrow Crabtree, both of Iconium, and two grandsons, Jeremy and his wife Heidi Crabtree, Austin, Texas, and Jonathan Crabtree, Kansas City, Kansas.

CRABTREE, Doris Irene DENNISON
1902-1994
Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Doris Irene Crabtree, 92, Chilhowee, passed away Friday. February 18, 1994 at Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg. She was born February 14, 1902 in Leeton, the daughter of Winfield Scott and Mattie Belle (Denton) Dennison. She had lived in Henrietta and Leeton before moving to Chilhowee 50 years ago. She was a graduate of Leeton High School. On September 17, 1938 she married Clarence Leland Derice Crabtree In Warrensburg. Mrs. Crabtree was a member of the Holden Congregation of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints where she was a past women's group leader and church school director. She leaves her husband, Clarence Crabtree of the home; two sons. Delbert Crabtree, Warrensburg and Raymond Crabtree, Parkville; two daughters, Patricia Baughman, Independence and Rosalee Cunningham, Chilhowee; 12 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Two granddaughters and two sisters preceded her in death. Funeral services were Tuesday, February 22, 1994 at Holden R.L.D.S. Church. Burial was in the Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, under direction of Ben Cast & Son-Wood Funeral Home, Holden.

CRABTREE, Florence E. EPPERSON
1925-1996
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Florence E. Epperson Crabtree was born January 29, 1925, in Corder, the daughter of Hugh and Hattie Miller Epperson. She died Tuesday, May 14, 1996, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital In Clinton at the age of 71. On April 10, 1942, Florence was united In marriage to Joyce P. Crabtree. Mrs. Crabtree lived almost all of her life in Clinton. She worked for 25 years as a sales clerk for the Ben Franklin store in downtown Clinton. She was a member of the Clinton Baptist Temple. She is survived by her husband, Joyce, of the home; one daughter, Elizabeth "Beth" Eaton, Warsaw; three brothers. Harold Epperson, Corpus Christi. Texas, Walter Epperson, Wichita, Kansas, and Hugh Epperson, Kansas City; two sisters, Madora Stenger, Gladstone, and Ella Williams, Independence; two grandchildren, Brandon Goans, Sedalia, and Whitney Eaton, Warsaw, and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Friday. May 17, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in the Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery.

CRABTREE, John Lester Bailey
1955-2006
Mount Zion Cemetery, Rison, Cleveland Co, AR
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 24 2006 - Word has been received of the unexpected death of John Lester Bailey-Crabtree, who died at his home in Rison, Arkansas, on February 20, 2006. He had many relatives and friends in the area and spent some of his childhood in Deepwater. Among survivors are his wife Stella Crabtree of the home; his sons, John Jr. and Stephen Crabtree, Lexington; his mother Joan Bledsoe, Lexington; sisters, Cindy Bock and Tammy Dugan both of Lexington; sister Donna Cavin, Clinton; sister Carol Long of Shell Knob; twin brother James Crabtree and brother Kevin Bledsoe, both of Cameron, Charles Bailey of Tampa Florida; brothers Michael and Kenneth Robinette of Belton. He was preceded in death by his father William Bailey, and his brother Richard Bailey. Graveside services will be Friday, February 24, at the Rison Cemetery, Rison, Arkansas.

CRABTREE, Joyce Phillip
1920-2009
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 11 2009 - Joyce Phillip Crabtree, 88, Clinton, died peacefully Wednesday, August 5, 2009, at the Warsaw Health and Rehabilitation Center, Warsaw. Joyce was born in Iconium on December 6, 1920, the son of John D. and Eula (Scott) Crabtree. He had a long and happy marriage to Florence (Epperson), who he wed on April 10, 1942. They made their home in Clinton, where he lived until 1996. Joyce served honorably during World War II in the 398th Engineer Regiment of the Army where he proudly served in the North African Theater. He was awarded the European African Middle Eastern Service Medal, as well as The Good Conduct Medal from his regiment. He also fought in Southern France and Rhineland, Germany. Joyce was a lifetime member of the VFW. He worked for what is now Empire Gas Company as a gas and water foreman for 40 years before his retirement in 1980. He was a member of the IBEW. He was an avid fisherman and a consummate gardener whose vegetable garden was to be envied. He enjoyed bowling and was a wonderful and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law and uncle who always looked forward to family gatherings. His kindness and great sense of humor made every family event even more special. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. He is survived by his daughter, Beth Spry of Clinton; his brother Bill Crabtree and his wife, Deanna, Iconium; his sister, Sue Shepard, Harper; one grandson, Brandon Goans of Clinton; one granddaughter, Whitney Eaton of New York, New York; two great-granddaughters, Madalynn Gartner of Sedalia and Hannah Goans of Clinton; one great-grandson, Coltin Waibel, Sedalia; his niece, Linda Brown (and husband, Charles), who he was especially close to from Lee's Summit and many more beloved nieces and nephews. His parents; his wife, Florence; one sister, Wilma Crabtree, and his brother, Forrest Crabtree, preceded him in death. Visitation was held Friday, August 7, at Consalus Funeral Home, graveside service following in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery, Clinton.

CRABTREE, Kathleen B. "Kay" BORING
1922-1995
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Kay Crabtree, 73, Windsor, died Sunday, December 17, 1995, at her home in Windsor. She was born September 17, 1922, in Warsaw, the daughter of James Russell Boring and Nellie Emily Weaver Boring. On August 24, 1951, in Harrison, Arkansas, she married Ernest Junior Crabtree, who preceded her in death December 3, 1981. Mrs. Crabtree was a bookkeeper for the Ferguson Chevrolet in Windsor for over 30 years. She was a member of the Windsor United Methodist Church, the Rebekah Lodge #528, Windsor, the Windsor VFW Auxiliary, the Windsor American Legion Auxiliary and the Windsor Chapter No. 102 O.E.S. Survivors include a son, Jim Crabtree, Lake Jackson, Texas; three daughters, Jane Corder, Overland Park, Kansas, Nancy Kehl, Windsor, and Cathy Mitterer, Bellevue, Nebraska; a sister, Eloise Meador, Garden Grove, California; 11 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and one niece. Funeral services will be Thursday, December 21, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CRABTREE, Nathan Thomas
1993-2006
Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 3 2006 - Nathan Thomas Crabtree, 12, Warrensburg, died Friday, July 28, 2006, at his home. He was born October 28, 1993, in Liberty, the son of Lee A. Crabtree and Tammie L (Davis) Crabtree. Nathan was a member of the First Christian Church of Warrensburg and a member of the CHI-RHO youth group at the church. Nathan completed the sixth grade at Warrensburg Middle School and was a member of the band. Nathan liked to build things with his hands, loved to be outside, go fishing with his Granddad and boating at Truman Lake. Survivors are his parents; one sister Marissa Leigh Crabtree, all of the home; maternal grandparents Thomas L. and Bonnie M. Davis of Bates City; maternal great-grandparents Zala Davis, Independence, Donald and Neva Barker of Stockton; paternal grandparents Bob and Carolyn Crabtree of Odessa. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother Sarah Lee Crabtree, on May 11, 2000. Funeral services were held Thursday, August 3, at the First Christian Church of Warrensburg. Interment followed at the Sunset Hill Cemetery in Warrensburg.

CRABTREE, Phillip Lynn
1953-2005
Memorial Park Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 28 2005 - Phillip Lynn Crabtree, 52, Kansas City, died Friday, March 25, 2005. Graveside services will be Tuesday, March 29, in Memorial Park Cemetery, Kansas City. He was born March 20, 1953, in Ft. Carson, Colorado. He was a Vietnam veteran of the United States Air Force. He is survived by his lifelong love, Deborah Crabtree, Overland Park, Kansas; three sons, Randall Crabtree of Prairie Village, Kansas, Daniel Crabtree and Andrew Crabtree, both of Overland Park, Kansas; his sister Nancy Crabtree, Topeka, Kansas; his father and stepmother, Philip Reed and Pat Crabtree of Kansas City, and his mother Bernice Brown, Clinton.

CRABTREE, Ruth Lavonne HOOD
1906-1987
Resthaven Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
Osceola MO- Ruth Lavonne Crabtree was born February 28, 1906 near Brownington, Missouri to George and Myrtle Guynn Hood. She passed away Friday, August 28, 1987 at the Sac-Osage Hospital in Osceola, Missouri, at 81 years and 6 months of age. Her early life was spent in the Brownington area. Much of her later life was spent in the St. Clair County area near Iconium. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, John D. Crabtree on April 2, 1987, a grandson, Billy Crabtree, two brothers, Charley and Clyde Hood, and two sisters, Edith Podpechan and Flossie Park. She is survived by one son, Bill Crabtree and one daughter, Mrs. Sue Shepherd, both of Osceola; two stepsons, Forrest Crabtree of Nashville, Tennessee and Joyce Crabtree of Clinton; three sisters, Mrs. Evelyn Bruce of Kansas City, Kansas, Mrs. Estermae Herran of St. Joseph, and Mrs. Norma Larson of Jacksonville, Oregon; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Sunday, August 30, at the Sheldon-Goodrich chapel in Osceola. Burial was in Resthaven Memorial Gardens.

CRABTREE, Selma Opal GREEN
1912-1996
Iconium Cemetery, Iconium, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Selma Opal Crabtree was born April 25, 1912, in Iconium to Harrison Stone and Inez Gover Green. She died June 4, 1996, at her home in Blue Springs. On April 28, 1928, Selma was united in marriage to Pierson E. Crabtree. She was a homemaker and had lived in Blue Springs since 1968. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pierson on December 7, 1982. Selma was also preceded in death by a son, Pierson Crabtree, Jr.; her parents; four brothers, Edmond Green, Peyton Green, J. W. Green and Brian Green; one sister, Neola Copenhaver. She is survived by one son, Harold Crabtree of Osawatomie, Ks.; one daughter, Sandra L. Crabtree of Blue Springs; one brother, Tom Green; three sisters, Gladys Hammonds, Virginia Meadows, Elmira Agnew; five grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Saturday, June 8. Burial was in Iconium Cemetery.

CRABTREE, Woodrow F.
1917-2002
Iconium Cemetery, Iconium, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 27 2002 - Woodrow F. Crabtree, 84, Osceola, died Monday, February 25, 2002, at the Sac Osage Hospital in Osceola. He was a farmer. Funeral services will be Thursday, February 28, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola, with burial in Iconium Cemetery.

CRAFT, Roy Edwin
1964-2011
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 12 2011 - Roy Edwin Craft was born January 14, 1964 in Missoula, Montana. He passed away on July 12, 2011 in Texarkana, Arkansas at the age of 47 years. Roy was a boiler welder for Local Union 83 out of Kansas City, Missouri. He loved to go hunting and fishing with his fiance, Karen Hinkle and her two sons, J.D. Hinkle and Preston Hinkle. He also loved riding his Harley Davidson. He was baptized at an early age. He is survived by his fiance Karen Hinkle and her two sons J.D. and Preston; one grandson, David Lee Hunt "Hinkle"; several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, on Tuesday, July 19, 2011. Cremation followed the service.

CRAIG, Daisy Lois GREEN
1936-2000
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 12 2000 - Daisy Lois Craig was born June 28, 1936, in Clinton, daughter of Clarence and Cleta Trenary Green. She died June 27, 2000, at Vencor Hospital in Kansas City at the age of 63 years, 11 months, 29 days. She married Robert Craig in 1960. He survives of the home. She was a lifelong resident of Clinton. She was a waitress for many years at the Deluxe Cafe. She was a member of the Church of Christ, Clinton. Preceding her in death are her parents; a daughter, Cathy Craig; two brothers, Bob Green and Joe Green; two sisters, Margaret Briggs and Bonnie Alice Green, who died in infancy. Survivors, other than her husband, are one brother, Bennie Green, Clinton; a brother-in-law, Danny Craig of the home; several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Funeral services were held July 1 at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in the Calhoun Cemetery.

CRAIG, Dorothy Claudine GROTE
1913-2009
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 9 2009 - Dorothy Claudine Craig was born Feb. 17, 1913, in Oak Grove, the daughter of William E. and Maud (Stigall) Grote. She died Feb. 13, 2009, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 95 years. Dorothy came from a large family of 10. She was raised on a farm near Odessa. She married Clarence Arthur Craig on Feb. 26, 1935. To this union was born sons, Leroy Allen and George William Craig. She was a member of the Rebecca Lodge. She enjoyed her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and a host of friends. She volunteered at the senior center in Windsor for 16 years. She collected funds for different charities. She enjoyed going to Vegas and also California. She was a member of the Methodist Church in Dallas, Texas. Dorothy was a very well loved person and returned that love openly. She will be sadly missed by many. She will be waiting on all of us in Heaven. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Tuesday, Feb. 17. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery.

CRAIG, Franklin Coolidge
1924-2012
Forest Hill Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 25 2012 - Franklin Coolidge Craig, 87, Tightwad, died Monday, April 23, 2012, at his home. He was born September 6, 1924, in Sedalia, a son of Robert Wesley and Louella Jackson Craig. On August 23, 1946, in Sedalia, he married Lula Mae Durrill, who survives of the home. Mr. Craig was a welder for Airmark and had worked for National Engineering and Manufacturing Company. He was a Baptist and loved the Lord. He was an Army Air Corps veteran of World War II, serving in Burma and India. He was a member of the American Legion. In addition to his wife, survivors include a son, Frank M. Craig of Independence; two grandchildren, Terry S. Craig and Byron Pike (Leah); a great-grandson Cairn; a brother-in-law Kenneth Durrill, Sedalia, and five sisters-in-law, Anna Craig, Sedalia, Velma Craig, Pilot Grove, Ada Louise Biggs (Fred), Sedalia, Nadine Bell Durrill, Sedalia, and Mildred Nadine Durrill, Edgerton. He was preceded in death by his parents and thirteen siblings. Funeral services will be Friday, April 27, at Heckart Funeral Home. Burial in Forest Hill Cemetery, Kansas City.

CRAIG, Gary O. "Corky"
1944-2006
Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany, Moultrie Co, IL
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 24 2006 - Gary O. (Corky) Craig, 61, Sullivan, Illinois (formerly of Clinton), died May 8, 2006, at his home. Funeral services were held May 11 at McMullin-Young Funeral Home in Sullivan, Illinois, with burial in Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany, Illinois. Gary (Corky) was born June 17, 1944, in Decatur, Illinois, to Russell Owen and Ruth A. (Clark) Craig. He married Victoria Button June 14, 1997. He was a member of the First Christian Church of Bethany and the IBEW. Gary was a retired union electrician for IBEW. Gary moved to Clinton in 1995 to enjoy a couple of years of hunting and fishing with his brother Phillip Craig of Clinton. He was employed at the Schreiber Clearfield Plant. Gary (Corky) is survived by his mother Ruth Craig of Sullivan, Illinois; wife Victoria of Sullivan, Illinois; daughter Laura Saathoff and husband Byron, Arthur, Illinois; son John Craig and wife Annette of Bethany, Illinois; stepdaughters, Kelly Davis and husband Gary, Lovington, Illinois, Samantha Isaacs and husband Lyle, Sullivan, Illinois; brothers Phil Craig of Clinton, and David Craig of Cardiff, California; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Gary was preceded in death by his father and one brother, Dennis.

CRAIG, Geneva WISE
1922-2003
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 15 2003 - Geneva Wise Craig began her journey in life August 31, 1922, near Urich, and finished her earthly journey at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton July 5, 2003. Although her journey ended unexpectedly, Geneva had lived her life in such a way she was prepared to answer the Master's call. Geneva was the third child of John and Elsia Hill Wise. When Geneva was nine-years-old the family moved to Blairstown where they ran a hotel and Geneva graduated from high school there. She moved to Clinton and worked at the Booth Hatchery and she was quite proud of working at the hatchery. She also worked at the Ben Franklin Store. Geneva later moved to Kansas City and worked for the Internal Revenue Service for about two years and for the Social Security Administration for nearly 20 years. While working there her life took a different turn. She met Harold P. Craig, Jr. They fell in love and were married. Later a son was born and they named him Harold P. Craig III. The happy parents were so very proud of their son. The little family moved from Kansas City to Baltimore, Maryland, then on to San Francisco as Geneva's husband followed his career with the Social Security Administration. Geneva went to work as an office administrator for a dentist and worked there 12 years. Sadly, Geneva's husband died December 24, 1981, and when her son graduated from the University of California, Geneva decided to retire and move to Clinton in 1985 to be close to family. Geneva was warm, loving person and she was a friend to many. She loved to laugh, which she did often. She really loved life and had a great sense of humor. Geneva became a grandmother to Harold P. Craig IV and her cup of happiness ran over. She joined the happy grandmas club with pictures and stories of her beloved little grandson. She looked forward to seeing him and enjoyed talking to him by telephone. She in fact was planning a trip to visit her family this month. Geneva didn't really retire - she became a volunteer. She was on the noninating committee of the Henry County Museum. She was very interested in genealogy and at the time of her death was searching records for a history of her ancestors. She volunteered at the Samaritan Center and the senior center. She also gave her time and services to driving people to their appointments who were unable to drive themselves. She followed her Christian beliefs by visiting the sick and infirm at the hospital and nursing homes regularly. Geneva was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, mother-in-law and friend. She was a long-time member of the Clinton United Methodist Church, a member of the F&F Group of the church and the National Association of Retired Federal Employees. Preceding her in death were her parents, John and Elsia Wise; brother, Daniel William; sister, Mary E. Reed, and beloved brother-in-law, David Reed. She leaves to mourn her passing, her son Harold P. Craig III, his wife Kathleen and grandson, Harold P. Craig IV. A host of friends and relatives will sadly miss her. She was a lady in every sense of the word. She was surely greeted on the other side with "Well done, thou good and faithful servant." Services for Geneva were held Thursday, July 10, at the United Methodist Church. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens beside her husband, Harold P. Craig, Jr.

CRAIG, LeRoy "Lee"
1938-2005
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 15 2005 - Lee Craig, 66, Windsor, died Saturday night, February 12, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. He was born December 13, 1938, in Oak Grove, the son of Clarence Arthur Craig and Dorothy Claudeen (Grote) Craig. He mowed yards in Windsor for over 30 years. He was a former member of First Baptist Church, Clinton, and First Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Survivors include his mother, Dorothy C. Craig, Windsor; a brother, George W. "Bill" Craig and his wife Marilyn, also of Windsor, two nephews, William and John Craig; a great-niece, Danielle Craig, and a great-nephew, Hunter Cardwell. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 16, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CRAIG, Lillian "Tiny" HOGAN
1912-2003
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 17 2003 - Lillian "Tiny" Craig, 90, rural Windsor, died early Thursday morning, January 16, 2003, at the Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. She was born April 5, 1912, in Adams County, Illinois, the adopted daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Hogan. She was married to Jack Craig, who preceded her in death. She worked at the windsor International Shoe Factory and at the nursing home in Warsaw as a nurse's aid. She was a member of the Catholic faith. She is survived by a friend, Eldon Harbit, Windsor. She was also preceded in death by a twin brother, Edward James Hogan. Graveside services will be Saturday, January 18, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery in Windsor.

CRAIG, M. Carolyn PRUESSNER
1944-2004
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 1 2004 - Carolyn Craig, daughter of Paul and Dorothy (Plumlee) Pruessner, was born April 9, 1944, in Leesville, and died at her home in Kansas City on October 8, 2004, at the age of 60 years. Carolyn was a professional secretary for the International Association of Administrative Professionals for the past eight years. She is survived by her three sons, Mark Craig and wife Denise, and Troy Craig and wife Heather, all of Clinton, and Matthew Craig and wife Belinda of Richmond; one sister Beverly Kemp and husband Bill, Manor, Texas, and five grandchildren, Jentry, Reagan, Amanda, Cameron and Conner. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Monday, October 11. Cremation followed the service with a graveside service and burial in Parks Chapel Cemetery Saturday, October 16.

CRAIG, Rosa
abt 1870-1893
Clinton MO, Nov 4 1893 - Mrs. Rosa Craig of Calhoun died last Friday evening, after a short illness of fever, aged 23. She had been a faithful member of the Christian church for about six years. She was married to Grant Craig about five years ago. Our readers will remember he got killed in the coal mines in the Indian territory three years ago, leaving her with two small children. Fortunately, she had kind and loving parents who helped her care for them. The community will miss her sadly. Rev. Gedney married Mr. and Mrs. Craig and officiated at his burial and last of all, officiated at her burial.

CRAIG, Sherlock Holmes
1904-1993
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Sherlock Holmes Craig, 88, Independence, died Saturday, January 23, 1993. He was a machinist and a member of the Glenwood Park United Methodist Church. He was born in Windsor and had lived in the Kansas City area since 1938.

CRAIG, Viola L. LODING
1910-2002
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 25 2002 - Viola L. Craig, 92, Windsor, died late Thursday evening, November 21, 2002, at Windsor Healthcare Nursing Home. She was born September 15, 1910, in Calhoun, the daughter of Harvey Clifton Loding and Frances May Englehart Loding. On March 9, 1936, in Sedalia, she married Waldo Craig, who died December 22, 1986. Mrs. Craig, with her husband, owned and operated the Little Blue Store, a small, neighborhood grocery store in Windsor for over 20 years. She was a member of the Windsor First Christian Church. Survivors include a sister, Audrey Carnahan, Kirbyville, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Monday, November 25, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery.

CRAIN, Larry D.
1949-2011
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Larry Crain, 62, of rural Windsor, Missouri, died Wednesday, October 26, 2011, at the University Hospitals and Clinics, Columbia, Mo. He was born October 5, 1949, in LaJunta, Colorado, the son of Austin Burl Crain and Barbara Nadine (Bonewell) Crain. On March 24, 1984, at the West County Assembly of God Church, Chesterfield, Mo., he married Joy Lynn "Jesse" Weilmuenster, who survives of the home. Larry worked in home construction in Colorado for a number of years and later worked at the Zenith Company in Springfield, Mo., for several years before his retirement due to poor health brought on by diabetes. Larry also had a lawn care business, in Windsor, for a short time. He enjoyed motorcycles, building bird feeders and doing machine embroidery. He was a member of the Windsor United Methodist Church, Windsor. In addition to his wife, Larry is survived by a daughter, Jennifer Martinez and her husband, B.J., Windsor, Mo.; his father, Burl Crain, Colorado Springs, Colorado; 4 grandchildren, Lily, Luke, Megan and Amarillo; a brother, Tom Crain and his wife, Susan, Ozark, Mo.; 2 sisters, Susan Kuhn, Springfield, Mo.; and Sonya Crain, Colorado Springs, Colorado; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Nadine Muller, and a brother-in-law, Ben Kuhn. Funeral services will be Saturday, October 29, 2011, at the Windsor United Methodist Church, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CRAIN, Lemuel D.
1847-1932
Rockville Cemetery, Rockville, Bates Co, MO
The Montrose Tidings, Montrose MO, Thursday, Feb 25 1932 - LEMUEL CRAIN TAKEN - L. Crain, who has resided in our city for. the past twenty-five years, passed away at his home Saturday night at 7:15. Mr. Crain was taken ill Thursday of the week before, suffering from a bad cold. He had been a very active man during his life and even the past few years his advanced age had not kept him from outside work at his home, Only the day before he was taken ill he had split wood nearly all day long and was known to do a day's work with tireless effort. His passing has taken another old-time citizen. Mr. Crain came to this state from Illinois, locating at that time near Kirkville. A few years later he moved his family to this community, settling on a farm northeast of Montrose. For over twenty-five years he made his home on the farm when he moved to Montrose. Stella, a daughter, had made her home with her father. All of the children were here to attend the funeral services with the exception of one daughter. Mrs. Nellie Fryer of Taberville. but she attended the burial services. Lemuel D. Crain was born in Bellville, Ill. November 25, 1847, and passed away at his home in Montrose, Mo., February 20, 1932, at the age of 84 years, 2 months and 20 days. March 23, 1870, he was united in marriage to Jane H. Harlow. To this union were born twelve children, Edgar and Emmett of Clinton, Mo.; Bate of Kansas City Mo.; Bertha Nesbitt, Lem and Stella of Montrose; Nora Oskin and Ben of Appleton City; Nellie Fryer of Taberville. Mo.; two children, Johnie and Charles, dying in infancy; and one son, Monta L., who passed away June 10, 1909. He also reared a granddaughter, Leah. Besides the children he also leaves one brother, John Crain, of Overland Park, Kans., twenty-three grandchildren, and seventeen great-grandchildren. His wife preceded him in death January 21, 1915. He professed faith in Christ many years ago and has lived a Christian life. His word was as good as his bond, and his friends were legion. He was always ready to help his fellow man and was a friend to all. Funeral services were held at the home Monday morning. The remains were taken to Rockville, Mo., where interment was made.

CRAIN, Martha Lucille VANWINKLE
1918-2003
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 20 2003 - Martha Lucille Crain, 85, was born March 25, 1918, in Brownington, to John and Cassie VanWinkle. She passed from this life Monday, November 10, 2003, in Clinton, at Golden Valley Hospital. Lucille is survived by nine children, Naomi Hickle, Latour, Judy Daniels, Deepwater, Fern Campbell, Porter, Texas, Martha Brewer, Clinton, Bonnie Collins, Clinton, Lynette Anspaugh, Clinton, Monty Crain, Wray, Colorado, Bob Crain, Marionville, and Betty Sanders, Colgate, Oklahoma. Twenty-nine grandchildren, 52 great-grandchildren and 18 great-great-grandchildren also survive her. She will be missed greatly by all. After retiring from Unitog clothing manufacturing in the 1980s, Lucille volunteered her time helping at the Clinton Samaritan Center. She was a member of Northeast Baptist Church. Lucille was preceded in death by a son, Ronald Francis Crain, and her husband of 41 years, Omar Francis Crain. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Friday, November 14. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, next to her husband, Omar.

CRAMER, Bessie J. FORD
1908-2002
Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 1 2002 - Bessie J. Cramer, 94, Lincoln, formerly of Leeton, died Tuesday, July 30, 2002, at the Lincoln Community Nursing Home in Lincoln. She was born April 22, 1908, in Leeton, the daughter of Francis Henry Ford and Sarah A. (Bailey) Ford. On January 8, 1934, in Leeton, she married Ora Samuel Cramer, who died May 30, 1975. Mrs. Cramer was a homemaker and a member of the Hickory Chapel United Methodist Church, Lincoln. Survivors include two sons, Sam Cramer and Harland Cramer, both of Lincoln; a daughter, Ora Jewell Hartle, Windsor; two stepsons, Edward Lee Cramer, Garden City and Jim Cramer, Enderlin, North Dakota; a stepdaughter, Virginia Jackson, Jackson, Mississippi; eight grandchildren, 19 step-grandchildren and numerous step-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by three sisters, Laura, Cora and Opal; four brothers, Harvey, Wesley, Marion and an infant brother, and five stepchildren, Ethel Rodger, Louise Hayden, Ruth Cramer, Martha Bartels and William Cramer, who was killed in World War II. Graveside funeral services will be Friday, August 2, at the Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton.

CRAMER, Dorothy Ann BOHRN LOADING
1901-1987
Crown Hill Cemetery, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
Sedalia Democrat, Wednesday, Nov 18 1987 - Dorothy Ann Cramer, 86, formerly of 401 East Howard, died Monday evening, Nov. 16, 1987, at Western Missouri Medical Center, Warrensburg. She was born Feb. 28, 1901, in Windsor, daughter of Edward M. and Alice Nancy Yankee Bohrn. In 1917, in Clinton, she married Clyde O. Loding, who died in 1922. In 1925, in Sedalia, she married Lewis F. Cramer, who died Dec. 22, 1947. Mrs. Cramer was raised and educated in the Windsor area, moving to Sedalia in 1924. She was a charter member of Pentecostal Church of God and a member of the Pentecostal Ladies' Association of the church. Survivors include five sons, Roy E. Loding, 424 East Howard; Everett Loding, Rosemead, Calif.; Billy E. Cramer and Donald L. Cramer, both of Kansas City; Buddy L. Cramer, Raytown, Mo.; two daughters, Pauline L. Griffin and Eva Mae Fox, both of Sedalia; six sisters, Ola Jackman, El Monte, Calif.; Maggie Beougher, Pico Rivera, Calif.; Frances Gardner, Chatsworth, Calif.; Lucille Greene and Ethel Swank, both of Independence; Ruby Bledsoe, Oak Grove, Mo.; 22 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Thursday at the McLaughlin Funeral Chapel. Pall bearers will be her grandsons, Robert Madorin, Billy Cramer Jr., Fred Cramer, Ernest Cramer, Curtis Cramer, Douglas Cramer, Lee Cramer, Danny Schirlls, Dennis Schirlls, David G. Wilhite and Tim Madorin. Burial will be in Crown Hill Cemetery.

CRAMER, Ruth Elizabeth
1914-1993
Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Miss Ruth Elizabeth Cramer, 78, died Tuesday, March 2, 1993 at the Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg. She was born July 22, 1914 to Ora Samuel Cramer and Mabel Cox Cramer in Otterville, Mo., the second of eleven children. She graduated from Leeton High School and eventually came to Warrensburg in 1951. There she worked for many years for the Mattingly's store and later the Warrensburg school cafeteria. She was a member of the First Baptist Church where she devoted many hours to the library and various church groups. She was preceded in death by one brother, Bill Cramer, and two sisters, Ethel Rodgers and Martha Bartels. She is survived by two brothers, Jim Cramer of Enderlin, N.D., and Ed Cramer, Garden City; two sisters, Virginia Jackson of Jackson, Ms., and Louise Hayden of Clinton; two half-brothers, Harland Cramer and Sam Cramer, both of Lincoln; one half-sister, Jewel Hartle, also of Lincoln, many nieces, nephews and friends. Services will be Saturday at the First Baptist Church, Warrensburg; burial in Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton.

CRANDALL, Armond H.
abt 1854-1891
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jun 27 1891 - Saturday morning, news was received that the passenger train on the KCO&S had been wrecked a few miles this side of Osceola. It was sad intelligence as one of our prominent business men, A. H. Crandall, lost his life by the accident. The heavy rains the night previous had swollen the streams and water covered a portion of the track, lodging driftwood thereon, which the train had to be stopped to remove. At a point further on, where the track comes to a curve in Gallinipper creek, the engineer discovered that the track was unsafe and reversed the engine but it was too late and he went down to death with the ill-fated train, as did Crandall, who, it is supposed, was standing on the steps of the tender. The body of Crandall was found about 11 o'clock at the bottom of the creek. One leg was broken and his face badly scared by being thrown thru a barb-wire fence. He was brought home, the funeral held at the residence, by Rev. Bradford, and burial was in Englewood. While he was not enrolled among the rich, nor did he seek that worthless fame, from whence there comes no joy, no peace to any great or loving man, yet within his heart he had the germs of more than wealth could ever buy and within his active brain, the sparks or genius found a place to burn and blaze. To him, each passing day, tho gone forever, brought something to the treasury of his mind. He was patient with the world and, tho years were passing, youth's ambition was still in his hand. As a machinist, he was highly skilled in his trade and a natural mechanic. A little over six years ago, he began business on south Washington St. in this city. Not being able to purchase the necessary machinery, he labored under many difficulties at first but, with his own tireless hands he removed them one by one, as only such men could. Slowly he had risen until the latter half of May he sold a half interest in his business to M. Hanna of Hopkinsville, Ky. The firm had been doing well and future prospects were flattering but alas! the sad and terrible news of last Saturday not only left a wife and six children with broken hearts but has cast a shadow of sorrow over the entire county, for she has lost one of her best and most useful citizens. He was 37 and a native of New York. The body of engineer Lightner was taken to Kansas City Sunday for burial. The wreck is all cleared up, except the engine, and will be moved out in a few days.

CRANE, George Andrew
1953-2007
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 15 2007 - George Andrew Crane was born May 17, 1953, in Kansas City. He was the son of Elzie Ferman Crane Jr. and Charlene Alice (Sutterer) Crane. He died at Golden valley Hospital, Clinton, on April 18, 2007, at the age of 53 years. George was married to Laura Leona (Kressner) Crane, who survives of the home. He worked as a machinist. He was a member of the Quarles Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his father Elzie Crane. George is survived by his wife Laura of the home; his mother Charlene Wittenmyer of Eudora, Kansas; one son Andrew Crane of Wichita, Kansas; two brothers, Charles Crane of Eudora, Kansas, and Frank Crane of Independence; one sister Charlotte Stanley of Eudora, Kansas, and a host of nieces and nephews and one great-niece and nine great-nephews. Memorial services were held at Quarles Baptist Church, Clinton, on Saturday, April 21.

CRANE, Lester Bellmont
1940-2007
Woods Cemetery, Redfield, Bourbon Co, KS
Clinton MO - Lester Bellmont Crane, age 67, a resident of Clinton, Missouri, died Saturday, October 20, 2007, at his home in Clinton following a cancer illness. He was born April 15, 1940, in Independence, Missouri, the son of Jessie Crane and Vera Davis Crane. In his earlier years, Lester had worked at Bruce Marble and Granite Works. He later retired from Tobin Construction as a heavy equipment mechanic. He was a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church in Independence, Missouri. His hobbies included hunting and fishing. Survivors include three daughters, Wanda Molder and husband, Wayne, Pittsburg, Missouri, Leslie Gall, Independence, Missouri, and Stacey Molder of Tennessee; a brother, David Crane, of Colorado; four sisters, Audrey Profitt, Prescott, Kansas, E. Lou Womelsdorf, Iola, Kansas, Norma Bebee, of Kansas, and Charlotte Shipley, West Plains, Missouri. Also surviving are twelve grandchildren and twenty-four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, C. W. Shaffer and a sister, Elsie Bawgus. Funeral services will be Thursday, October 25, 2007, at the Cheney Witt Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in the Woods Cemetery near Redfield, Kansas.

CRANMER, Eva Lois APPLEGARTH LYON
1917-2001
Ladue Cemetery, Davis Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 14 2001 - Eva Lois Cranmer, daughter of Rufus O. and Lena (Overton) Applegarth, was born September 2, 1917, in Covina, California, and died April 27, 2001, at the Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 83 years. Lois attended school in Washington County, Kansas, before moving to Henry County in 1938. She married Lester Otis Lyon in September 1952. He preceded her in death on May 31, 1965. She later married Melvin L. Cranmer, who preceded her in death on May 14, 1991. Lois was a member of the Morrowville, Kansas Christian Church. She is survived by a number of nieces and nephews and cousins, among whom are Harold A. Anderson, Joann Anderson, Lewis Eckhardt and Willard Eckhardt and their families. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Sunday, April 29. Burial was in the LaDue Cemetery.

CRANMER, Helen Mae MOORE
1919-1993
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Helen Mae Cranmer, daughter of William and Idelia Moore, was born May 13, 1919 in Sedalia, and passed away July 25, 1993 at the Golden Valley Hospital, at the age of 74. Helen was a lifelong resident of this area. She was a homemaker. She is survived by five sons, two of which are Roy Thomas Cranmer, Potosi, and Forrest Quinton, Independence; two daughters, Ruby Falk, Kansas City, Ks., and Margaret Fawn, Independence; three sisters-in-law, Ivy Anglin, Lowry City, Lois Cranmer, Clinton, and Bertha Stamm, Boca Raton, Fl. Graveside services were held Wednesday, July 28, 1993 at Englewood Cemetery.

CRATHORNE, Mary Ann
n/a-1891
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jan 24 1891 - The remains of Mrs. Mary Ann Crathorne were brought here for burial Tuesday and laid to rest in Englewood cemetery. Deceased came to her death by being struck by an engine at Liberty, Mo. on the 7th inst., dying on the 18th. She came here from London, England and lived on a farm southwest of Clinton about two years, her husband precdeding her to that better world in June, 1889. One child, Robert W., now a resident of Kansas City, is left to mourn her loss. She was a member of the Episcopal church, a good neighbor and highly esteemed.

CRAVENS, Ty M.
1985-2017
Ty M. Cravens, 32, of Clinton, Missouri died Thursday afternoon, September 14, 2017 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Mo. He was born July 5, 1985 in McKinney, Texas, the son of George Michael Cravens and Linda (Finnell) Cravens. Ty attended Leesville Elementary and graduated from Clinton High School. He graduated from Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, Mo., receiving his Bachelors of Science degree in Agricultural Science and Horticulture. Following graduation from college he worked for Premium Farms in Princeton, Mo., then coming home to work for Houk Excavation. For several years he has been with the Missouri Department of Conservation as a Fisheries Resource Assistant. Ty loved hunting, fishing and tending to his cattle. He was a member of the Elks Lodge; Ducks Unlimited; and Tanglefree Pro Staff. Surviving are his mother, Linda Houk and husband Darrell, Clinton, Mo.; his father, George Michael Cravens, Allen, Tx.; one sister, Joey Hachtel and husband Jeff, Allen, Tx.; girlfriend Charity Neumann, Clinton, Mo.; beloved dogs, Goose and Nelli; two stepsisters, Michelle Houk, Clinton, Mo., and April Drescher and husband Robert, Sunrise Beach, Mo.; aunt, Kim Hansard, Rowlett, Tx.; one niece, Cheyenne Houk, Clinton, Mo.; two nephews, William Drescher, Jefferson City, Mo., and Zack Drescher and wife Liz, Versailles, Mo.; one great-niece, Genesis Drescher; one great-nephew, Moses Drescher; cousins, Steven and Clint Finnell, Kansas City, Mo. area, and Logan Teter, Rowlett, Tx.; and numerous other family, friends, and hunting and fishing buddies. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. Memorial services will be Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton.

CRAWFORD, Barbara J. GROVES PROCTOR
1932-2006
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 8 2006 - Barbara J. Crawford, 74, Lebanon, died Wednesday, May 3, 2006, at University Hospital and Clinics, Columbia. She was born January 25, 1932, in Columbia, the daughter of Elgin Roy Groves and Rosea May (Betts) Groves. On June 3, 1949, in Boone County, she married Clarence Proctor, Jr., who preceded her in death. On July 20, 1968, in Roachport, she married Norman Ray Crawford, who died September 26, 1985. She worked at Rival Manufacturing, Warrensburg, for several years. She also worked as a taxi driver, a semi-truck driver and had also worked for Central Foods in Columbia. She was a member of the Baptist faith. Survivors include two sons, Clarence Proctor III, Lebanon, Kevin Warren Proctor, Pacific; four daughters, Sheridan Kay Britt, Springfield, Deborah Sue Crawford, Lebanon, Teena Marie Stone, Harrisburg, Shawnda Michele Dawn Heisser, Sidney, Iowa; 18 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, two nieces and a friend Charles Ross, Lebanon. She was preceded in death by a brother Elgin R. Groves Jr. Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 9, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CRAWFORD, Beverly JUDD
1929-1992
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Beverly J. Crawford, 62, passed away Thursday evening, July 9, 1992 at her home in Bent Tree Harbor near Warsaw. She was born on August 31, 1929 at Anderson, Indiana, the daughter of Glenn H. and Alma Swincher Judd. She grew up in Anderson, Indiana, and graduated from St. John's School of Nursing in Anderson, Indiana. On October 2, 1954, she was united in marriage to Robert Hugh Crawford at Angola, Indiana. Following their marriage they made their home in Detroit, Michigan until 1969 when they moved to Brookfield. Wisconsin. She was employed as head nurse for Notre Dame Health Care Center in Elm Grove, Wisconsin and later for the Congregational Home in Brookfield, Wisconsin. In 1985 Beverly and her husband, Robert, moved to Warsaw. She was a member of the Benton County Historical Society, was active in the Clinton Chamber of Commerce and actively worked as a volunteer for Warsaw Jubilee Days and Heritage Days Celebrations in Warsaw. She is survived by her husband. Robert Hugh, of the home; one son, Douglas Brian Crawford of Germantown, Wisconsin; three daughters, Dana Lynne Crawford of Kenosha, Wisconsin, Darcie Lee Beguhl of Brookfield, Wisconsin and Dawn Lisa Crawford of Nashotah. Wisconsin; five grandchildren, other relatives and many friends.

CRAWFORD, Billy James
1936-2003
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 8 2003 - Billy James Crawford, 67, Caufield, died Friday, September 5, 2003. Funeral services were Monday, September 8, at Kirby-Boaz Funeral Home Chapel, Mountain Home, Arkansas. Survivors are his children, Fred Crawford, Randy Toon, Luzinder Toon, Ronda Sperry, Theresa Yates; sisters, Reva Webster, Emma Lou Tackitt, Audrey Knapp; brother Ed Crawford; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild, and companion, Dorothy Davidson, and first wife, Rosalie Crawford, and many nieces and nephews.

CRAWFORD, Dale Morlan
1915-2002
Grant Cemetery, Creighton, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 3 2002 - Dale Morlan Crawford of Creighton was born February 6, 1915, near Creighton, the son of James William and Bessie Belle (Morlan) Crawford. He departed this life Friday, May 24, 2002, at his home at the age of 87 years, three months and 18 days. Dale was united in marriage to Madeline Mary Gaudin on August 19, 1940, in Mexico, Maine. Dale was a farmer and stockman. He was a member of the first graduating class of the Creighton High School in 1933. Dale was a member of the Creighton Christian Church, a charter member of the Creighton Lions Club, past master and member of Index Lodge #54 AF & AM, Garden City, Ararat Shrine, Kansas City, and had served on the Creighton School Board as a member of the Cass County Board of Education, Cass County Library Board and ASC Committeeman of Cass County for nearly 40 years. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend and was respected and loved by friends and family and will be greatly missed. Dale was a lifelong area resident of Creighton. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Donald and Noel Dean. He is survived by his wife, Madeline Crawford of the home; two daughters, Doris Ann Griffith, Grain Valley, and Bridgett (Susie) Parks, Lee's Summit; three grandchildren, Melanie McFarland, Lee's Summit, Shawn McFarland, Raytown, and Kevin Parks, Richmond, Virginia; five great-grandchildren, Ashleigh, Justin, Lauren, Jami and Kal; two sisters, Monta Smith and husband, Frank, Keokuk, Iowa, and Patricia Pasley, Hot Springs Village, Arkansas; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Wednesday, May 29, at Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City. Interment was in Grant Cemetery near Creighton.

CRAWFORD, Darrell Lee
1955-2022
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Darrell Lee Crawford, age 66, of Windsor, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at his home. He was born on December 16, 1955, the second child of Harold and June Parks Crawford. He grew up in rural Windsor area and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1973. It was there he met his wife, Denise, and they were married on October 12, 1973. They were the parents of three daughters Michelle, Jessica and Kelly. Darrell grew up on the farm working with his dad until he began farming for himself and farmed all his life. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, hunting and fishing and enjoyed attending all the extra activities they were involved in like Basketball, Football, Team roping events and calf shows. He always had an extra $20 for Logan when she wanted to go shopping. Darrell enjoyed music and he loved to sing and was very talented in playing the mandolin, guitar and fiddle. He played at the bluegrass festival at Silver Dollar City for 9 years and many more years with various music groups. He was preceded in death by his parents and a niece, Teresa Banning. Surviving is his wife of 48 years, Denise, of the home, three daughters, Michelle Siercks of Windsor, Jessica (Brian) Kueffer of Lincoln, and Kelly (Bob) Close of Windsor, a sister, Debbie Banning Easterly and husband, Terry. His grandchildren, Logan (Derek) Casey, Jacob (Tristin) Schenewark, Hayden Kueffer, Hunter Kueffer, Clay Close, Lane Close and great-grandchildren, Bellemy and Briar Casey, Addison and Heston Schenewark, many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Darrell Crawford will be held Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at the Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw, MO. Graveside services and interment will follow at Laurel Oak Cemetery in Windsor, MO.

CRAWFORD, Dora "Louise" SIERCKS
1932-2024
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Dora Louise Crawford, age 91, of rural Windsor, passed away, Wednesday, June 19th, 2024 at her home. A graveside service will be held on Friday, June 21, 2024 in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor, MO. Louise was born on October 16, 1932, in Lincoln, Missouri, the daughter of Theodore and Marie (Bardoner) Siercks. On November 18, 1950, Louise married Glen Crawford in Harrison, Arkansas. Survivors include her 3 daughters; Darlene Baskins (husband Gary) of Windsor, Missouri, Irene Crawford of Windsor, Missouri, and Kathlene Brown (husband Danny) of Windsor, Missouri, 2 sisters; Dorothy Parker (husband Bud) of Windsor, Missouri, and Mary Norton (husband Bob) of Lincoln, Missouri, 6 grandchildren; Nancy Rhoads of Windsor, Missouri, Dawn Anderson of Warrensburg, Missouri, Christina Friedli of New Ulm, Minnesota, Jeffrey McKeehan of Windsor, Missouri, Ethan Johnson of Macon, Missouri, Derek Johnson of Windsor, Missouri, 6 great grandchildren; Abigail Friedli, Emily and Elijah Anderson, Amber Brown, Brendan and Coby Rhoads, as well as one great-great grandchild, Miles Brown. In addition to her parents, Louise was preceded in death by her husband Glen Crawford in 2014, a brother, Harold Eugene Siercks and a sister, Theola Marie Siercks.

CRAWFORD, Dorothy E. GEORGE
1910-1994
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Dorothy E. Crawford, 84, Harrisonville, died Tuesday, August 9, 1994, at the Cass Medical Center, Harrisonville. Graveside services will be Saturday, August 13, at the Calhoun Cemetery. Mrs. Crawford was born February 26, 1910, the daughter of William Sherman and Mary Elizabeth (Bradfield) George. She was a resident of Clinton for many years, also lived a number of years in Warrensburg and Harrisonville. She worked for Connor-Wagner Dress Shop in Warrensburg. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Harrisonville, also a member of the Jolly 60's Club of the Kansas City Baptist Temple. She is survived by one daughter, Karen Sue McCowan of Alexandria, Virginia; one son, Harold (Gene) Goodrich of Seoul, South Korea, and six grandchildren.

CRAWFORD, George M.
1933-2005
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 27 2005 - George M. Crawford, 72, Wichita, Kansas, and former Calhoun resident, died Sunday, April 24, 2005. Memorial service will be Wednesday, April 27, All Faiths Funeral Home West Central, Wichita. Private local service. George and Lucy owned the Ice Cream Palace and catered for Rival and Tracker for many years until ill health forced retirement. He was proud to have been a Sedgwick County Sheriff officer. Preceding him in death were his wife Thelma Lucille (Lucy); mother Jane Dye, and stepfather Paul C. Dye. Surviving family includes his daughter Lynette R. Fountain, Clinton; son George M. Crawford Jr., Spring, Texas; 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

CRAWFORD, Harold Lee
1934-2007
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 11 2008 - Harold Lee Crawford, 73, died December 20, 2007, at his home in rural Windsor. He was born February 1, 1934, in Pettis County, the third son of Ira James Crawford and Genevieve Hazel Short Crawford. January 19, 1952, he was united in marriage to Shirley June Parks. To this union two children were born, Debbie and Darrell. Harold worked at Foremost Dairies in Windsor for 14 years. In 1962 he bought a farm near Windsor in Benton County and continued farming until retirement in 1996. He enjoyed farming and was willing to help Darrell when needed. He accepted Christ as his Savior and was a member of 1st Harmony Baptist Church. He was Sunday School director as long as his health permitted. He was a member of Windsor 4 County Rural Fire for several years. He was a delegate for MFA Oil and on the Brandon Special Road District and a member of Golden Valley Bluegrass. He loved his family and took pride in directing on the right path. Harold is survived by his wife June; a daughter Debbie Banning and husband Sherman; a son Darrell Crawford and wife Denise; five grandchildren, Trevor Banning and wife Tracy, Travis Banning and wife Amy, Michelle Schenework, Jessica Kueffer and husband Brian, and Kelly Close and husband Bob. He loved his 10 great-grandchildren, Logan and Jacob Schenework, Hayden and Hunter Kueffer, Gage and Zack Banning, Clay and Lane Close and Tyler and Allie Banning, and was able to be at the hospital when each one was born. Also surviving are two brothers, Glen Crawford and wife Louise, and Kenneth Crawford and wife Debbie, and a sister-in-law Louise Crawford. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ira and Genevieve Crawford; a brother Raymond Crawford, and a granddaughter Teresa Banning. Services were held December 24, at Vansant-Mills. Burial was in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

CRAWFORD, Lula
1913-2001
Wrights Creek Cemetery, Jackson Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 8 2001 - Lula Crawford, 87, Lowry City, died Friday, January 5, 2001, at Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City. Funeral services were Monday, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial was in Wright's Creek Cemetery, near Lowry City.

CRAWFORD, Mary BURROUGHS
1846-1932
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO - Mrs. Mary Crawford (nee Burroughs), beloved wife of Albert G. Crawford (deceased) passed away Wednesday morning, April 6th, at the home of her daughter, Miss Blanche Crawford, in New York. Mrs. Crawford was born at Vergennes, Vermont, June 5th 1846. At the age of 14 her family moved to Monmouth Ill., where she completed her education. A few years later she was united in the holy bonds of matrimony with Albert G. Crawford and they cam to Clinton in the 60's. Mrs. Crawford spent the greater part of her life in Clinton and had many friends in Clinton, and other parts of Henry county. She leaves to mourn her passing three children, Miss Blanche Crawford, Mrs. Daniel (Maude) Goodnow, and Wilbur G. Crawford; four grandchildren, Mary Crawford and Jean Crawford, daughters of her son W. G. Crawford, and Mrs. John W. DeWitt and Daniel H. Goodnow Jr., children of her daughter, Mrs. D. H. Goodnow; and one great grandson, John W. DeWitt, Jr. Funeral services were held in New York Thursday afternoon.

CRAWFORD, Mary Ruth GILBERT
1916-2001
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 28 2001 - Mary Ruth Crawford was born August 6, 1916, at Garland, the daughter of Guyn Norman and Julia Deldee Cheatham Gilbert. She died August 16, 2001, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. She lived in the Clinton area most of her life. She was a member of the First Baptist Church and a Past Noble Grand of the Roberta Rebekah Lodge #297. She had owned and operated the Burger Bar Diner and Deluxe Cafe. Following her retirement in 1975 from the restaurant business, she worked as a desk clerk at the Safari Motel. Her parents; two sisters, Anna Margaret Groff and Lucille Cooper, preceded her in death. She is survived by two daughters, Joyce Lipsis, Overland Park, Kansas, and Jane Woods and husband, Mike, Chester, Illinois; a foster daughter, Anna Hall and husband, Roger, Hughesville; four grandsons, Christopher Parks and wife, Kelly, Jeffrey Parks, Mike Woods, Todd Woods; four granddaughters, Carrie Parks, Sherri Lipsis-Spachman and husband, Christopher, Angela Woods-Taylor and husband, Phil, Amber Woods; four great-grandchildren, Brandon Woods, Noah Parks, Aspen Parks, Isaiah Parks; one sister, Gwendolyn McGlade, Clinton; one brother, Paul Gilbert and wife, Joyce, Overland Park, Kansas. Funeral services were held August 20 at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

CRAWFORD, Nancy RECTOR
1932-1995
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Nancy Crawford, 63, Appleton City, formerly of Windsor, died early Sunday morning, November 12, 1995, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. She was born June 30, 1932, in Excelsior Springs, the daughter of Charles Austin Rector, Sr. and Virginia Maude Owings Rector. On May 26, 1956, in Kansas City, she married William B. (Bill) Crawford, who survives of the home in Appleton City. Mrs. Crawford attended Excelsior Springs schools and the University of missouri at Columbia where she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority. She was a homemaker and a member of the Windsor First Christian Church; Windsor Chapter No. 102 O.E.S., and a life member of Beta Sigma Phi International Sorority. In addition to her husband, she is survived by three daughters, Melissa Roos and husband, Bob, Appleton City, Julie Engeman and husband, Marvin, Montrose, and Linda Crawford, Arlingotn, Virginia; a brother, Charles Rector, Eudora, Kansas; four grandhcildren, Michael William, Amy Michelle, Ashley Nicole and David. Funeral services will be Tuesday, November 14, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Appleton City Cemetery.

CRAWFORD, Ocie
n/a-1994
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Ocie (Charlie) Crawford died Sunday, July 3, 1994, in Hayward, Ca. She made her home with her daughter, Cleda Brooks and husband Glen. Funeral services and burial were held July 7 at Chapel of the Chime in Hayward. Survivors include a daughter Cleda Brooks; son-in-law Glen Brooks, and one grandson Patrick Kelley and wife Nancy. Mrs. Crawford's daughter Cleda, attended Clinton High School and graduated in 1941.

CRAWFORD, Paul F.
1935-2009
Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 20 2009 - Paul F. Crawford, 74, Independence, died Tuesday, November 17, 2009, at his home Paul was a retired 45-year employee of Western Auto and a member of Rockwood Baptist Church. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 21, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Lowry City Cemetery.

CRAWFORD, Raymond Earl Jr.
1953-2000
Englewood Cemetery (C), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 12 2000 - Raymond Earl Crawford, Jr., 47, Clinton, died Tuesday, September 19, 2000, at Research Medical Center, Kansas City. Earl was born in Windsor on May 10, 1953, the son of Raymond Earl Crawford and Alberta Louise Funk Crawford. Earl joined the First Baptist Church of Clinton in 1963, and remained a member until his death. He graduated from Calhoun High School with the Class of 1971. Earl worked for the Coca-Cola Bottling Company for 14 years and always had a joke and a smile for his customers. When Coca-Cola moved their warehouse to Bolivar, Earl went to work at Golden Valley Hospital. After a serious back injury in 1988, Earl was unable to work again, but enjoyed "surfing" the internet and visiting with friends. His brother, Tommy Lynn Crawford, and a granddaughter, Meghan Crawford, preceded him in death. Survivors include one son, Roger Crawford and wife, Cathy of Colorado Springs, Colorado; two granddaughters, Caitlyn and Rhiannon Crawford of Colorado Springs, Colorado; his parents, Raymond and Louise Crawford of Clinton; a sister, Shirley Wilson and husband, Dennis, of Clinton; four nephews, Paul Wilson, Jeremy Wilson, Johnny Crawford of Clinton and Denis Crawford of Garden City, and his companion, Millie Burns of the home. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Friday, September 22. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CRAWFORD, Robert Glen
1931-2014
Laurel Oak Cemetery (C), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 15 2014 - Robert "Glen" Crawford, 83, rural Windsor, died Thursday, September 18, 2014, at Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia, surrounded by his family. Glen was born June 24, 1931, in Edwards, the son of Ira James and Genevieve Hazel (Short) Crawford. On November 18, 1950, Glen married Louise Siercks in Harrison, Arkansas. He was a longtime farmer in Benton and Henry Counties. Survivors include his wife, Louise Crawford of the home; three daughters, Darlene Baskins (husband, Gary) of Windsor, Irene Crawford of Macon and Kathlene Brown (husband, Danny) of Windsor; one brother, Kenneth Crawford of Clinton; six grandchildren, Nancy Rhoads of Windsor, Dawn Anderson of Warrensburg, Christina Friedli of Windsor, Jeffrey McKeehan of Windsor, Ethan Johnson of Moberly, Derek Johnson of Windsor; six great-grandchildren, Emily and Elijah Anderson, Abigail Friedli, Amber, Brendan and Coby Rhoads, as well as numerous other relatives, friends and neighbors. In addition to his parents, Glen was preceded in death by two brothers, Raymond Earl Crawford and Harold Lee Crawford. Funeral services were held Sunday, September 21, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CRAWFORD, Thelma Lucille "Lucy"
1936-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 14 2002 - Thelma Lucille "Lucy" Crawford, 65, Calhoun, died Monday, May 13, 2002, at her home. She was married to George Martin Crawford, who survives of the home. She was a registered nurse and she and her husband also catered for Tracker and Rival Manufacturing Companies. She is survived by her husband; one daughter, Lynette Fountain, Clinton; one son, George Martin Crawford, Jr. of Houston, Texas; 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; two sisters, Gene Doyle of Topeka, Kansas, and Laverne Moultin of the state of Oregon. Private family services will be held Thursday, May 23, at the family farm. Cremation.