PADDACK, Gladys A. FERGUSON
1916-1993
Elm Spring Baptist Church Cemetery, Elm, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Gladys A. Paddack, 76, Holden, passed away Wednesday, April 21, 1993 in an automobile accident near Big Cabin, Oklahoma. She was born April 30, 1916 in Baileyville, Kansas, the daughter of Worthy William and Mabel Mary (Wallin) Ferguson. She graduated from Elm High School and lived in Holden area most of her life. On July 9, 1935 she married Mack A. Paddack in Warrensburg. He preceded her in death September 4, 1985. Mrs. Paddack worked at the Foundry Kitchen Restaurant in Kingsville for several years before retiring. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Holden, the Pittsville Homemakers Extension Club, the Holden Senior Citizens Club, and the Rootin-Tooter Band. She is survived by two sons, Gary Pattack, Holden and Jerry Paddack, Oak Grove, and six grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a son Larry Dean Paddack in 1948 and a grandson Ronald Dean Paddack in 1970. Funeral services were Sunday, April 25, 1993 at the Ben Cast & Son-Wood Funeral Home, Holden. Burial was in Elm Cemetery, Kingsville.

PADDOCK, Frank Algernon
1907-1998
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Apr 15 1998 - Frank Algernon Paddock, 91, Clinton, died Sunday, April 5, 1998, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. Frank was born on Quality Hill of Kansas City on February 6, 1907. He attended Country Day, Westport High School, and a junior college in Kansas City. He worked for the Kansas City Star selling display advertising before moving to Beverly Hills, California. Later he moved to Newport Beach, then to Costa Mesa, California. He had a real estate office at 8620 Welshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, California. Frank was the grandson of Algernon S. Paddock who was the governor of the Nebraska Territory during the Presidency of Abraham Lincoln and later a U.S. Senator. He married Mary Lucille Gardner on August 13, 1946, in Clinton. He was a member of the Christian Science Church of Boston, Massachusetts. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Mary Lucille of the home. He is also survived by many in-laws and nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Frank and Gertrude Paddock of Beverly Hills, California. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel Wednesday, April 8. Burial in the Englewood Cemetery.

PADDOCK, Mary Lucille GARDNER
1925-2015
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 10 2015 - Mary Lucille Gardner Paddocck, 89, Clinton, left this world on Wednesday, January 7, 2015, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. At Lucille's request, she was cremated. Lucille is survived by her two brothers, Clarence Junior Gardner of Montrose and Daniel Thomas Gardner of Kansas City, and one sister-in-law, Marva Lee Gardner of Raytown, as well as nephews, Richard Cumpton, Leon Cumpton, Robert Gardner and Dale Neil and nieces, Joyce Kidwiler, Cindy Kagarice, Parbara Crook, Diane Ingram, Beth Tesser and Jennifer Snethen, as well as several great and great-great-nephews and nieces. Lucille graduated from George Washington High School in Los Angeles, California, during the sSecond World War. Lucille and Frank were joined in marriage in the year 1946 with the ceremony located at the Methodist Church in Clinton. Lucille and her husband Frank, loved to travel and play golf. Lucille was an avid amateur golfer, winning amateur golf tournaments in the southern California area during the 1960s and 1970s. Lucille and Frank owned and operated their real estate office in Beverly Hills, California, where Lucille assisted Frank with the everyday activities of their office. They lived in Newport Beach, California, and Costa Mesa, California, from 1960 to 1977 before moving to Clinton, where they retired. Lucille was a sweet, kindhearted lady who thought of everyone but herself. Lucille's Christian faith was very strong and you could see the love she had for others on a daily basis. Lucille was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin A. Paddock, her father, Clarence Gardner, and mother Mary Caroline Myers Gardner, her sister, Lillian Gardner Cumpton, and her brother-in-law, Kenneth Cumpton, her brothers, Kenneth Gardner and Boyce Gardner, and her sister-in-law, Kay Gardner. A memorial service was held Sunday, January 19, at Vansant-Mills Chape, Clinton. Private inurnment was held in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PADEN, John Douglas
1943-2006
Missouri Veterans Cemetery at Higginsville, Lafayette Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 9 2006 - John Douglas Paden was born on November 1, 1943, in Kansas City, the son of Donald Eugene Paden and Lois Ruth (Nelson) Paden. He died at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, on October 19, 2006, at the age of 62 years. John married Shirley Ann Cruse on June 29, 1963, in Vallejo, California. John served in the United States Air Force as a medic for four years. After he served in the Air Force he began working for General Motors in Kansas City from which he retired in March 1995. John's hobbies included hunting, fishing, Playstation 2 and spending time with his family (especially his grandkids) and close family friends. John is survived by his wife Shirley of the home; his daughter Deborah and her husband Bill Stackhouse and his three grandchildren, Shirette, Jon and Tasha, Holden. He is also survived by a brother Charles Paden, Rayville, and a sister, Donna (Paden) Simpson, Orrick. Graveside services were held at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Higginsville, on Thursday, October 26. Inurnment was in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery under the direction of Vansant-Mills Funeral Home of Clinton.

PADFIELD, Amanda H. FIKE
1842-1937
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Amanda H. Padfield, who had been confined to her bed just a week, passed to her Heavenly Home at 4 a.m. Monday from the Mrs. A. C. Loudermilk home, 324 North Main street. Mrs. Padfield, whose blindness had been complete the past 15 years, had every care and attention that her devoted daughters, Mrs. Loudermilk and Mrs. John Biggs, could give. Since September 1, 1935, when she came to make her home in Clinton, her daughter, Mrs. Loudermilk, had eased her affliction and made her days as cheerful and bright as true filial love could. Amanda H. Fike was born at Mascoutah, Ill., March 7, 1842. She was reared and married at Mascoutah, where, as a girl, she was taught by the old time itinerant school masters and attended the singing schools of a bygone generation. She became a member of the Northern Presbyterian church as a girl, and was always comforted and strengthened by her belief in things eternal, especially was this evident when the curtain of blindness shut her from the outside world and the real beauty of her spirit was superior to her affliction. Amanda Fike and James H. Padfield were united in marriage August 28, 1862, and lived in Illinois, until the close of the Civil War, when they came to Missouri to establish their home, settling on what is now known as the Gregory farm near Lewis Station. Mr. Padfield bought the farm at $5 per acre from Mr. Woods, who had homesteaded the land. Their daughter, Bertha, now Mrs. Biggs of Clinton, was born in Illinois and their other two children, Corrington, the only son, deceased in March, 1922, and Mabel, now Mrs. Loudermilk, were born in Missouri. Mrs. Biggs and Mrs. Loudermilk survive their mother, also two grandsons, Murhl Padfield of Independence, Colo., and Rolla Loudermilk of Clinton and one great grandson, Arthur Clinton Loudermilk of Clinton. In 1885, Mr. and Mrs. Padfield and family moved to a farm 1 1/2 miles northeast of Clinton on highway 52, and in 1890 came to Clinton to educate their children. Here they lived for 13 years returning in 1903 to their farm where they lived until March 1923, when they broke up housekeeping as years were beginning to take their toll of strength and vigor. They went to make their home with their daughters, Mrs. Loudermilk on her farm a mile north of town on highway 13, and Mrs. John Biggs of Clinton. In October of that year to her sorrow of fading sight was added the grief of parting from her husband, whose devotion to his wife had more than 60 years brightened her pathway. A year ago last September Mrs. Loudermilk brought her mother to Clinton, the residence at 324 North Main street becoming their home. Mrs. Padfield was always a woman whose home was her chief and greatest interest. She was an excellent cook, a perfect housekeeper, an expert needlewoman, most of whose stitches were taken not in fine embroidery or on fancy work but in mending garments that preserved them for family use. Her chickens and garden she tended with care, and taught her children thrift and frugality and the wholesomeness of industry as cardinal virtues, that proved assets in their success in life. She was always contented, never complaining, but cheerfully accepting her cross and interested in the neighbors who came to visit her. She was lavish in her appreciation of little kindnesses extended her, took a part in all conversations and fully enjoyed the many friends who were so generous with their time and courtesies. The funeral services were conducted Tuesday at the First M. E. church, according to her request. The body was laid to rest in Englewood.

PADFIELD, Elizabeth ANDERSON
1827-1903
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Jun 6 1903 - Saturday night, May 30, 1903, just as another day was about to be ushered in, the icy hand of death knocked for admittance at the home of Isaac Padfield, East Ohio street, and bore from it the spirit of his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Padfield, and wafted it to the celestial home on high. Her maiden name was Miss Elizabeth Anderson. She was born in Mascoutah, St. Clair county, Ill. October 14, 1827 and died on May 30, 1903 at six minutes to 12 p.m., with complications of diseases, having been a sufferer from liver trouble for a number of years. She was married to James R. Padfield Sept. 14, 1843. They moved to Clinton November 5, 1891 and her husband died May 21, 1902. They had three girls who died in infancy and two boys, Francis H., who life in Bellville, Ill. and was unable to attend the funeral, and I. H. Padfield of this city; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. How sad and lonely the home seems without her. Burial in beautiful Englewood.

PADFIELD, Isaac Hall
1861-1910
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, April 23 1910 - Died, at the close of the Sabbath day, April 10, 1910, Isaac H. Padfield, who had been faithful mail carrier on route eight ever since the inauguration of the service January 1902, making his last trip Jan. 15, 1910. His health began to fail eight months ago, when enlargement of the liver and stomach trouble developed. Born in Mascoutah, Illinois July 6, 1861; married Miss Sarah Land in 1885; two daughters, Clara and Cora, both at home. Was in mill work in his native town a number of years, later constable. In 1891, moved to Clinton and was with the Banner Mills. He lived on East Ohio Street. Among floral offerings was a huge pillow from post office employees.

PADFIELD, James Henderson
1842-1923
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - The death of Mr. Jim Padfield occurred at the home of A. C. Loudermilk, his son-in-law, who resides three miles northeast of Clinton, on the Warrensburg road. Mabel, their youngest daughter, is Mr. Loudermilk's wife, and for a year or so Mr. and Mrs. Padfield have either made their home at Mr. Loudermilk's or with Mrs. John Biggs, their eldest daughter in town. Mr. Padfield passed away at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 10, 1923, from a complication of diseases. He would have been 81 years of age the 14th of this coming November. His good wife, whom he leaves to make the remainder of life's journey alone, is nearly blind. May the Lord bless and cheer her, making her see the Divine hand, in her afflictions, leading her to a clearer vision of the life celestial, and making her know that for some reason she is needed to make the life of her dear ones complete in this life. All we, who are left can do for her is to lover her more, making our voices tender and sweet when addressing her, keeping her in tenderest mind as a gift form on high to make us see the walk of life more clear. Mr. and Mrs. Padfield were married in Mascoutah, Illinois, in 1862, and came to Missouri in 1866. Their only son, Corey Padfield, died one year ago last Easter, but is survived by a son - Earl Padfield, aged 23, of Colorado Springs, who came for the funeral. The only other grandchild is Rolla Loudermilk, aged 12. Deceased owns a farm near Lewis Station, where many years of their lives were passed and another farm two miles northeast, on the Sedalia road, where they lived some years, having also at one time resided 13 years in Clinton. He was a member of Drakes Chapel church, which membership in later years he transferred to the North Methodist church in Clinton. The funeral services were conducted at A. C. Loudermilk's home on Friday, and the remains were laid to rest in Englewood.

PADGETT, George Steven
1974-1996
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - George Steven Padgett was born April 19, 1974, in Harrisonville. He died Friday, September 13, 1996, near Windsor, at the age of 22. Steven graduated from Clinton High School and attended State Fair Community College, studying architecture. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. He is survived by his father, George S. Padgett, Sr. and wife, Johnnye, Cushing, Oklahoma; his mother, Ralina J. Padgett, Clinton; one daughter, Tayler Nikhol Padgett, Clinton; his fiancee, Audra Pearson, Clinton; maternal grandmother and step-grandfather, Beulah Pearl and Clifford Cletis Cooper, Windsor; maternal great-grandparents, Gerald and Bonnie Jean Parnell, Tacoma, Washington; two sisters, Raginia Marie Dean, St. Louis, and Summer Lynn Padgett, Moses Lake, Washington; one brother, Mahalo Beckham; uncles, Randy D. Stevens, Barstow, California, Ronald Lee Bass, Jr., Sedalia, Rodney Lee Bass, Windsor, and Charles Raymond Padgett, Jr., of Texas. He was preceded in death by a brother, Allen Roy Smith, Peculiar, and his grandfather, Robert James Beckham, Spokane, Washington. A memorial service was held Saturday, September 28, at the First Baptist Church of Clinton. Cremation.

PADGETT, Jesse Wilson
1876-1938
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
J. W. Padgett died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Marsh Dunning, at 7:00 p. m. Saturday, December 3, following a stroke sustained five weeks ago. Mr. Padgett spent a week in the Community Clinic Hospital, then was removed to the Dunning apartments over their furniture store or East Franklin Street, where he gradually grew weaker until the end claimed him. Mr. Padgett had operated a furniture exchange on West Franklin Street the past five years, coming to Clinton from Deepwater, where he had been in the furniture or grocery business since 1916. His business ability was well known and appreciated for it was his hobby as well as his work and the contacts with people it brought him, made his life interesting and varied. Jesse Wilson Padgett was born February 16, 1876, at Peace Valley, southeast Missouri, where he had his early schooling and first business experience. As a young man he went to Kansas, residing in various small towns of the state before going to Oklahoma. Merchandising was always his business. In 1902, he was married to Miss Pearl McCarroll of Codell, Kans., where they lived for the next year. Two children were born to them, Jasper, now of Los Angeles, Calif., and Mrs. Dunning of Clinton. At Colgate, Okla., he lost his wife in 1910 and about a year later he and Mrs. Laura Cypert, a Texan, were married. Mr. Padgett enjoyed other residences in Oklahoma and Arkansas before coming to Missouri where he lived in both Kansas City and Lexington before moving to Henry County. He had excellent health until the last few years and interpreted life in vigorous, energetic terms. He was a staunch Republican, and independent thinker, who weighed questions and considered them logically. He enjoyed reading and was a good conversationalist, using perfect English that revealed his clear-thinking mind. In his youth he became a member of the Baptist Church in which at times he took a very active part. A man of his work, honest and upright, he was also a kind and understanding parent, an unusual character whose life touched many channels. Surviving are the above mentioned son, who came last Tuesday to be with his father at the end, and daughter; also his wife Mrs. Laura Padgett, stepson Mitchell Cypert, step-daughter Mrs. Mae Bane, and son Norman Padgett, all of Los Angeles, Calif. The funeral services were conducted at the Wilkinson Funeral Home on Monday and the body was laid to rest in Englewood.

PADLEY, Louis W.
1915-1994
Myers Cemetery, Hudson Twp, Bates Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Louis W. Padley, son of Harry and Gracie Wix Padley, was born at his parents' home in Pleasant Gap Township on December 10, 1915, and died at North Kansas City Hospital October 12, 1994, at the age of 78 years. He spent his life in the Pleasant Gap area as a farmer. He was united in marriage to Marie Witte in her parents' home on October 16, 1935. To this union two children were born, Robert G. Padley and Betty Michel. On October 10, 1963, Louis and Marie took Janice Padley Smalley into their home to raise as their own. On January 6, 1994, he married Dicie Carroll. He confessed Christ at an early age and was a member of the Pleasant Gap Christian Church. He served as a deacon for many years. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Marie, on January 10, 1992. He is survived by his wife, Dicie, of Butler; one son, Robert G. Padley and wife, Sherry, of Parkville; two daughters. Betty Michel and husband. Glen, Jr. of Appleton City, and Janice Smalley and husband, Terry, of Butler; four granddaughters, Shannon and husband, Greg Arnold, Tammy and husband, Mike Kalcic, Janet and Ashland; two grandsons, Grant and Jonathan. He will be sadly missed by family and many friends. Funeral services were at Hill and Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, Saturday, October 15. Burial was in Myers Cemetery, rural Appleton City.

PAGE, Annie "Nancy" O'BRIEN
1912-2009
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 18 2009 - Annie "Nancy" Page, 97, Clinton, died Wednesday, July 29, 2009, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Funeral mass will be Friday, August 21, 2009, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Clinton. Nancy was born in Wales, United Kingdom, the daughter of Phillip and Beatrice (Jenkins) O'Brien. She was a ticket collector for the railroad. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and the Clinton Senior Center. She is survived by her daughter, Angela "Sam" Sheldon and husband Bill, Clinton; two grandsons, Andrew Hershenson and William A. Sheldon; one brother, Phillip O'Brien and wife Jole, and one sister, Eileen Lacey, all of London, England, as well as a niece, Yvonne Harman and one nephew, Tony Marco.

PAGE, David Lynn
1939-2014
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 11 2014 - David L. Page, 74, Clinton, died Saturday, May 24, 2014, at the home of his son in Clinton. David was born August 26, 1939, in Bates County, the son of Rolla Mark and Velva Viola (Babe) Hoover Page. David graduated as a Ballard Bulldog in 1957 with his lifelong friend, Farrell Sexson. On August 1, 1958, David Married his high school sweetheart, Janice Sue Hull. They raised three children, Michael, Steven and Regina. David and Janice celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a family gathering in 2008. David was raised a farmer and remained a "farmer at heart" his entire life. In 1970, he left the farm and purchased a home in LaDue. David worked for Schreiber Foods in Clinton as a quality assurance inspector, retiring after 30 years of service. David was a member and Past Master of Crescent Hill Lodge No 368 in Adrain. He was also a member of the Ararat Shrine Temple of Kansas City and a Past President of the Golden Valley Shrine Club in Clinton. David was also a member of the Clinton Church of the Nazarene. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Betty Jean Doll and her husband Charles Doll, Jr. He is survived by his wife, Janice; two sons, Michael D. Page and partner Tom Williams, and Steven M. Page and partner Debbie Pyeatt, all of Clinton; one daughter, Regina Huffman and husband James, Garden Grove, California; three grandchildren, Jamie Huffman, Jennifer Avondet and Brandi Callaway; four great-grandchildren, Ali Crockett, Hunter Avondet, Jacob Avondet and William Callaway, and one great-great-granddaughter, Gabby Avondet. Funeral services were held Thursday, May 29, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Inurnment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PAGE, Delania CHITWOOD
1831-1903
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, May 9 1903 - Another one of God's sainted mothers has passed to the great beyond, there to wait the coming of her loved ones. Mrs. Delania Page, the oldest of a family of nine children, three of whom survivor her, two brothers and one sister, fell into that peaceful sleep at her home near Huntingdale May 2, 1903. She was born in Kentucky in 1831, her father, Daniel Chitwood, being one of the pioneers of Henry county. In 1841, she married Wm. Page and four children, all girls, blessed this happy union - Mesdames P. D. VanMatre, H. F. Miller, E. Mansfield and J. W. Hedtes. She has 13 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. She has been a widow for 47 years and with her four girls, for a number of years, did her own farming. forty years ago, she joined the Huntingdale Baptist Church. In 1879, she moved her membership to Urich, where she was a member until her death. She suffered an attack of pneumonia last January, which caused an infection of the heart and resulted in her sudden demise. She was in apparent good health the day of her death and was busy sewing when a spasm struck her heart and she was called to her Lord's summons. A song and prayer service was conducted at Carrsville Cemetery.

PAGE, Dimner Bell
1891-1960
Page Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Feb 11 1960 - Funeral services for Dimner Bell "Bud" Page, 68, southwest of Urich, Mo., who died Feb. 3 at the Butler Memorial Hospital, were conducted Feb. 5, at Creighton Methodist Church. A military service was conducted by the James P. Arnold American Legion Post, Butler, at the graveside in Page Cemetery northeast of Creighton. Dimner Bell Page, the son of J. B. and Minnie Page, was born Dec. 4, 1891, near Creighton. His parents, two brothers and a sister, preceded him in death. He was a World War I veteran serving with Company H., 70th Infantry and was a member of the American Legion Post at Butler. Kind and pleasant, Mr. Page is remembered for his friendliness and his willingness to assist in time of need. On Jan. 23 he suffered a severe heart attack and was rushed to the Butler Hospital. He improved but suddenly was stricken a second time and succumbed. Survivors are two brothers, Robert L., Nevada, Mo., Rolla M., Urich; three sisters, Mrs. J. L. (Pauline) Chitty, Mrs. Harlan (Eulene) Chitty, Adrian, Mrs. Lloyd (Lucile) Thurston, Urich; a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

PAGE, Dorothy Evelyn McVICKER
1924-1997
Holden Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Dorothy Evelyn Page, 72, LaTour, died Monday, August 18, 1997, at Cass Medical Center in Harrisonville. She was born December 18, 1924, in Creighton, the daughter of Albert Earl and Maggie Jane (Reed) McVicker. She graduated from Creighton High School in 1942, and lived in the Holden area before moving to LaTour in 1947. She married William Arthur Page on December 1, 1945, in Sedalia. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on December 1, 1995. Mrs. Page worked for Pratt-Whitney during World War II and later as a sewing machine operator for Dunhill Shirt co. and Holden Manufacturing Co. as well as Mattingly's Department Store, all in Holden. She was a member of the Holden VFW Auxiliary Post #5844 and had been secretary and treasurer. She was a 4-H leader, a Cub Scout den mother, and a room mother. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Holden and a member of the Naomi Sunday School Class at the church. She leaves her husband, William A. "Dix" Page, of the home; two sons, David William Page, Wichita, Ks., and Dennis Dean Page, Holden; one daughter, Jeanne Evelyn Hughes, Creighton; two sisters, Margaret Chism, Mesa, Arizona, and Mildred Gamble, Archie; three grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Thursday, August 21, at Ben Cast and Son-Wood Funeral Home, Holden. Burial was in Holden Cemetery.

PAGE, Elma L.
1913-2001
Benton Green Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Nov 16 2001 - Elma L. Page, 88, Osceola, died at Northwood Hills Nursing Home, Humansville, Thursday, November 15, 2001. She was a homemaker. Funeral services will be Sunday, November 18, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Burial will be in Benton Green Cemetery, Roscoe.

PAGE, Franklin M.
abt 1932-1991
Parker-Gregg Cemetery, Creighton, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Graveside services were conducted July 5th at Parker Cemetery, Creighton, Missouri, for Frank M. Page, 59, of 6608 South Seneca, Wichita, Kansas, who died July 2nd in Haysville. He was a retired Boeing Wichita Inspector and Retired Air Force Mater Sergeant. Frank was the second child of John and Hazel Page. His young live was spent in the Creighton area. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, sister Nadine and brother Dale. He is survived by his wife Marlene of the home; sons, Patrick D. of Wichita, Gerald L. of Omaha, Nebraska; daughters, Kathy L. Hansen, Haysville, and Patti Brockmeyer, Wichita; brother Wesley Dean of Fayetteville, North Carolina; 7 grandchildren, nieces and nephews and a host of friends.

PAGE, Gladys Lavern HEUITT
1923-2006
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 22 2006 - Gladys Lavern (Heuitt) Page was born August 7, 1923, to Wilford and Jessie (Teller) Heuitt near Montrose. She died November 18, 2006, at her home in Clinton at the age of 83 years. Gladys was raised where the Montrose Lake is now located. In her younger years she worked at Bush and Lindstrom hatcheries in Clinton and also at Morris's Boarding House where she met her future husband, Loraine (John or Rainbow) Page. She moved to Nevada and worked at the Key garment Factory for several years. On May 24, 1947, she and Loraine were married in Fort Scott, Kansas, making Gladys an instant mother to Loraine's two kids. Gladys and Loraine had four daughters together and Gladys taught each one of them the joy of cooking and raising a family. They made their home in Green Ridge where Loraine was section foreman on the MKT Railroad. In 1958 they moved to Clinton. Gladys worked at Unitog Garment Factory for 12 years. She believed in God. She loved fishing, hunting, gardening and raising chickens. In her last few years when she could no longer fish or hunt, she spent more time in the kitchen cooking and baking. She was the best pie maker you could ever ask for. She enjoyed playing Bingo and she was very good at it. She was a past member of Rebecca Lodge. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Loraine, in 1983. Also preceding her in death were her stepdaughter Shirley Bush; three sisters, Georgie Fellhauer, Katie Cogel and Dorothy Onwiler and her four brothers, Raymond, Kenneth, Richard and Donald Heuitt. Gladys is survived by her four daughters, Donna Jones and husband Richard, Esther Cothern and husband Don, Patty Page and friend Jerry Mason, Katie Daugherty and fiance Harold Bailey, all of Clinton; one stepson Robert Lee Page, Yuma, Arizona; one stepson-in-law Charles Bush of Parson, Kansas; two sisters, Wilma Everhart, Clinton, and Patsy Huston of Pittsburg, Kansas; as well as seven grandchildren, 15 step-grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, 32 step-great-grandchildren and 31 step-great-great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, friends and many Bingo Buddies. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home on Wednesday, November 22. Interment was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery.

PAGE, Hope Hull Hickman
1858-1953
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Jan 22 1953 - Rev. E. B. Calvin conducted the funeral services for H. H. Page at the Baptist Church Friday afternoon. The body was laid to rest in Englewood Cemetery. Hull Hickman Page, born Feb. 24, 1858, in a log cabin near Huntingdale, was the child of William F. and Susan B. Hickman Page, both Kentuckians. His early life was spent teaching school in Henry and St. Clair Counties and in 1891 Miss Alice E. Derrough became his wife and was the mother of his only son, Clinton S. Page, now of Los Angeles, Calif., who was in Clinton for the services. Mrs. Page died in August 1915, and 11 years later Mr. Page remarried, this time to Mrs. Mary E. Crawford, who survives with the son above mentioned, and her four sons: George V. Crawford, Belton, J. W. Crawford, Kansas City, Otis L., Colorado Springs, Colo., and Charles R. Crawford, Clinton. Also there are two sisters, Mrs. Bettie Dennison of St. Louis and Mrs. Alice Ford of Clinton.

PAGE, James Vollie Sr.
1909-1994
Benton Green Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - James V. Page, Sr., 84, of Osceola, died Thursday, January 13, 1994 at Cedar County Memorial Hospital in El Dorado Springs. Mr. Page was born in New Salem. Mo. He had lived in Leon, Ks. several years before moving to the Roscoe area in the 1950s. He was a retired farmer. He is survived by his wife, Elma, of the home; two sons, Junior Page of Osceola, Richard Page of Kansas City; three daughters, Mrs. Esther Wells of Portia, Ca., Mrs. Charlotte Wallace of Colony, Ks., and Mrs. Shirley Nichols of Independence; two sisters, Mrs. Leila Bolen of Eldorado, Ks. and Mrs. Reva Frazee of Valley Center, Ks.; 13 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Sunday, January 16, at Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home in Osceola. Burial was in the Benton Green Cemetery.

PAGE, Janice Sue HULL
1940-2014
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 28 2014 - Janice S. Page, 74, Clinton, died Saturday, November 1, 2014, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. Janice was born in Clinton, the daughter of Walter G. and Roberta L. (Roush) Hull. She married her high school sweetheart, David L. Page, on August 1, 1958. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a family gathering in 2008. He preceded her in death on May 24, 2014. She was a member of the LaDue United Methodist Church and the Clinton Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star. She is survived by two sons, Michael D. Page and Steven M. Page, both of Clinton, and one daughter, Regina Huffman of Beuna Park, California; three grandchildren, Jamie Huffman, Jennifer Avondet and Brandi Callaway; four great-grandchildren, Ali Crockett, Hunter Avondet, Jacob Avondet and William Callaway, and one great-great-granddaughter, Gabby Avondet. Funeral services were held Thursday, November 6, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PAGE, Jimmie Dean
1945-2012
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Jimmie Dean Page was born on March 6, 1945, to Leonard and Evelyn Page at their home in Dayton, Missouri. He died January 17, 2012, at Research Hospital, Kansas City, at the age of 66 years. Jimmie graduated from William Chrisman in 1962. In 1964, he enlisted ii the United States Army. In March 1966, he received a diploma for Airborne Course, then in September 1968, he received the Army Commendation Medal and in October 1968, the Bronze Star Medal. Jim served in the Vietnam War and hp was honorably discharged from:the United States Army in October 1971. Jim married Patricia May Stephens on March 1, 1969. Three years later they had their first daughter, Tricia Renee, who 'is married to Travis Sell. They have three children, Dylan Page, Trenton Sell and Emily Sell. Their second child was a son, Jimmie Dean Page II. He has a son, Kyle Dean. Later, the second daughter was born, Krista Gayla. She has a son, Jason Troy. Jimmie Dean also has three brothers, Jerry Page, Larry Page and Benny Page; one half-brother, Billy Page, and one sister, Judy Powell, and a half-sister, Lana Page. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife. Jimmie worked at General Motors in Kansas City for 15 years. He then worked and retired from Schreiber Foods after 19 1/2 years. He loved the outdoors. He really enjoyed fishing and hunting. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He was a perfectionist. He believed if you did it right the first time, you didn't have , to do it again. Jimmie had a big heart and always worried about everyone else before himself. He was a wonderful man with a lot of integrity. He always smiled and never judged anyone and I learned a lot from him. He will be greatly missed. Thank you, Dad, for everything you ever did for me. I appreciate it a lot and we will be together again someday. Funeral services were held Saturday, January 21, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Norris Cemetery, Urich.

PAGE, John McBride
1863-1924
Page Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, Dec 4 1924 - John McBride Page, son of Linville McBride Page and Sarah Jane Page, was born in Henry county, Missouri, February 26, 1863, passed away at his home near Aaron, Bates county, Missouri, Sunday, November 23 1924, aged 61 years, 8 months and 27 days. His early life was spend in Henry county, Missouri. He was married to Minnie Goodrum, September 25, 1889, who with 8 children and four grandchildren survive him. One son, Leland Clay, preceded him in death February 6, 1909 The children are as follows: Mrs. Merritt Jordan, Boicourt, Kansas; Lehman Page, Blackwater, Mo.; Euline, Pauline, Lucille, Dim B., Robert and Rolla, all of whom live at the home. The children were all present during his last hours. He also leaves four sisters and three brothers: Mrs. Jane Sanders of Creighton, Mo.; Mrs. Florence Matlock of St. James, Mo.; Mrs. Lennie Shipp of Raymondville, Mo.; Mrs. Dosha Monsen of Edmond, Oklahoma; James Page of St. Louis, Mo.; B. F. and R. A. Page of Pasadena, Calif. Two brothers, Col. R. M. Page of Urich, Mo., and W. J. Page of Thermopolis, Wyoming, have preceded him in death. Funeral services were conducted at the home Tuesday. Interment made at the Page Cemetery.

PAGE, John Thomas "Tom"
1887-1920
Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Jul 2 1920 - We were sorry to hear of the death of Tom Page, south of LaDue, last Friday, June 25. He was buried last Saturday in the Bear Creek cemetery.

PAGE, John W.
1854-1893
Page Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Saturday, Mar 18 1893 - John W. Page died near Hartwell Saturday, March 11, of pneumonia. He was sick only a week. His wife preceded him to the better world ten months before. He left one child, a little girl seven years old. He was born in Kentucky and moved to Missouri in 1856 and was about 40 years old. Highly respected and loved by all. A member of the Hartwell Baptist church. His funeral was preached Sunday at his house by Rev. Thompkins of Austin in Cass County and remains interred in the old Page Cemetery near Huntingdale, at the old family graveyard. F. P. Kitchen did the embalming.

PAGE, John Wesley
1854-1893
Page Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Henry County Republican, Clinton MO, Thursday, Mar 16 1893 - John W. Page died at his home near Hartwell in Honey Creek township, Saturday, March 11, 1893, at the age of 40 years. Mr. Page was born in Kentucky and came to Missouri in 1856 and located in Henry county, where he has resided until the time of his death. He leaves only one child, a little girl seven years old, his wife having died ten months ago. The life and character of Mr. Page was an exceptional one. He was loved and admired by his neighbors, and in fact all who knew him. As a citizen, a friend and a leader in his community he will be greatly missed, and his pure life will long live as an example after he is gone. He was sick but a week, a severe attack of pneumonia soon taking him away. He was a devoted member of the Baptist church since early boyhood, and in his life he practiced what he professed. The funeral took place at his late home, and the remains interred at Page cemetery near Huntingdale.

PAGE, Lehmann McBride "Jake"
1899-1943
Page Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, Jan 21 1943 - Lehmann McBride, son of J. B. and Minnie Page was born near Creighton, Mo., Sept. 8, 1899 and departed this life at Kansas City, Mo., Jan 15 1943, at the age of 43 years, 4 months and 7 days. He had been ill for the past 18 months. Early in life he accepted Christ as his Savior at the Aaron Methodist Church. In 1925, he was united in marriage with Della Marie Staples. To this union two children were born. They are Ara Francis and Lee. He was a kind and loving father to his children. Besides the two children, he leaves to mourn his departure, his mother, Mrs. Minnie Page of Urich, Mo., also three brothers and four sisters. They are D. B. and Rolla of Urich, Mo., R. L. Page of Adrian, Mo., Mrs. Florence Jordan of Pleasanton, Kans., Mrs. Lucile Thurston of Urich, Mo., Mrs. Eulene Chitty of Adrian, Mo., also several nieces and nephews and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his father in 1924 and a brother Leland Clay in 1909. Jake, as he was better known to his many relatives and friends, left home at an early age to seek employment. Since then he has been employed in various kinds of work in Iowa, Arkansas, Kansas, Colorado, California and Oregon. during his later years he was employed in the trucking business in the west. When he became ill, he returned to Missouri to seek medical aid. Part of his time was spent with his mother and part in hospitals. He often expressed his desire to enlist in the army to fight for his country, but was denied the privilege because of ill health. He was visiting his sister, Mrs. Lucile Thurston in Urich, when he became ill and on Jan. 6th was taken to a Kansas City hospital where he passed away. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Methodist Church, Creighton. Burial was made in the Page cemetery north of Creighton.

PAGE, Mildred L.
abt 1918-1991
Highland Park Cemetery, Kansas City, Wyandotte Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Mildred L. Page, 73, Edwardsville, died Tuesday, September 10, 1991 at Providence-St. Margaret Health Center. She was born in Windsor and moved to the Kansas City area 25 years ago. Mrs. Page was a Christian mission worker for 15 years before she retired; she established missions in Clinton and Lewis Station in Missouri. She was a member of the Crestview Assembly of God Church and its women's ministries, was a prayer and Bible study leader at the church and taught Sunday School there. Survivors include her husband Harold Page of the home; four sons, Marvin L. Page of the home, Michael Edward Evans, Dallas, Gary Richard Evans, Kansas City, Ks., and Charles Dewight Evans, New Jersey; nine grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Services will be Friday at the Highland Park Chapel; private burial in Highland Park Cemetery.

PAGE, Minnie GOODRUM
1871-1951
Page Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Creighton Banner, Creighton, Cass Co, MO - Minnie Goodrum, the youngest child of Robert and Harriet Goodrum, was born in England, July 16, 1871, and departed this life at the Wetzel hospital in Clinton, August 16, 1951. At the age of 2 1/2 years, she came with her parents, brothers and sisters to America to make a new home in a new country. They settled on a farm near Creighton, Missouri. It was here that she grew to young womanhood. September 25, 1889, she was united in marriage to John B. Page. To this union was born nine children. She was preceded in death by her husband and three children, Leland Clay, Lehmann McBride and Mrs. Florence Jordan. She became a Christian early in life and was christened in the Church of England. She he was a devoted wife and loving mother and was the happiest when she was at home with her family and friends. Mrs. Page had been in failing health for the past several years. She made her home with her oldest son, D. B. Page, on their farm near Aaron, Missouri. On February 8 of this year, she became very ill and was taken to a daughter's home (Eulene) of the Ballard neighborhood where she was cared for until August 6 when she was taken to the hospital. She leaves in passing, six children: D. B. Page and Rolla Page of near Urich, Robert Page of Nevada, Missouri, Lucille (Mrs. Lloyd Thurston), Urich, Sallie (Mrs. J. L. Chitty), Adrian, and Eulene (Mrs. Harlen Chitty), Adrian. Also one sister, Mrs. Florence Dockins, Boonesboro, Missouri, seventeen grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church at Creighton. Burial was made in the Page cemetery, northeast of Creighton, with Arnold's of Creighton in charge. Pallbearers were her grandsons: J. B. Bobbie and Sammie Thurston, Bobbie Page, Jerry Chitty and Charles Doll, Jr.

PAGE, Patricia May STEPHENS
1951-2008
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 29 2008 - Patricia May Page, 56, Clinton, died Wednesday, May 28 2008, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. Funeral services will be Sunday, June 1 at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Burial will be in Norris Cemetery, Urich. Patty was born near Hartwell. She worked for Rival Manufacturing before it closed. She is survived by her husband Jimmie D. Page of the home; one son, Jimmie D. Page II of Clinton; two daughters, Krista G. Allen of Clinton and Tricia R. Sell and husband Travis, Windsor; one brother, Phillip Stephens of Clinton; one sister, Joann Hudgens of Lowry City and four grandchildren, Jason Johnson II, Dylan Page, Trenton Sell and Emilly Sell.

PAGE, Richard Dale
1947-2011
Garden City Cemetery, Garden City, Cass Co, MO
Richard Dale Page, of Adrian, Missouri, was born March 10, 1947 near Aaron, Missouri the son of Cecil Lawrence and Nina Irene (Stayton) Page. He departed this life Saturday, June 18, 2011 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri at the age of 64 years, 3 months and 8 days. On September 13, 1997, Richard was united to Lois Kalwei at the Adrian Frontier Village. Richard was employed at the Urich Elevator, Urich, Missouri, Western Electric, Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Sutherlands Ranch, Butler, Missouri, Libby Manufacturing, Kansas City, Missouri and then at Panther Products, Harrisonville, Missouri. Richard enjoyed hunting, fishing, singing, dancing, spending time with his grandchildren, helping out on the farm and checking the cattle. One of his favorite hobbies was horse back riding and buggy riding. You could find him at many of the local parades riding his buggy and horse. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Lois Page of June 18, 2008; a brother, Lawrence Edwin Page; two sisters, Wilma Love and Barbara Sweet. Richard is survived by two sons; Calvin D. Page, LeRoy, Kansas, Kent Page and wife Lori, Adrian, Missouri; a daughter, Shanda Steinhoff and husband Brian, Urich, Missouri; eight grandchildren, Devon, Cheyenne, Kylie, Colton, Dakota, Dallas, Keslyn and Denver; one brother; Bill Page, Butler, Missouri; three sisters, Evelyn Mickelberry, Urich, Missouri, Donna Taylor and Goldie Fern Page both of Adrian, Missouri; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, Missouri with burial in the Garden City Cemetery, Garden City, Missouri.

PAGE, Sarah Jane PAGE
1840-1907
Page Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, Jun 6 1907 - Sarah J. Page, born July 17, 1840, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C. M. Sanders, near Creighton, Mo., November 22, 1907, aged 67 yrs, 4 mo. and 5 days. The deceased was born in Lafayette county, Missouri, and there in the year of 1856 was united in marriage to L. Mc. B. Page of Henry county and for nearly forty years thereafter they resided on what is known as the Dan Wilson farm near Bunker Hll, and thence moved to Raymondville, Mo., where the aged husband died in the fall of 1900. Since that time the deceased has made her home with her children, having but recently come from a visit with her daughter, Mrs. L. J. Matlock of St. James, to the home of her daughter, Mrs. C. M. Sanders, near Creighton, where she died. She was married at the age of sixteen and was the mother of eleven children as follows: Mrs. Jennie Sanders of Creighton, Mo., Nancy who died in infancy, R. M. and J. B. Page of Urich, MO., Mrs. Florence Matlock of St. James, Mo., Mrs. Wm. McCoy of Kremlin, Okla., B. F. Page of Creighton, Mrs. Sherman Shipp of Raymondville, Mo., J J. Page of St. Louis, and R. A. Page of Orville, Calif. The deceased united with the Christian church at the age of sixteen and was a devoted member of that church at the time of her death. Funeral services were conducted from the residence of C. M. Sanders November 23rd, and the remains were interred at the Morrow cemetery.

PAGE, Winnie Davis BENNETT
1898-1991
Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Bates Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Winnie Davis Page, age 92, of Butler, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 1991 at the Medicalodge Nursing Home in Butler. She was born October 16, 1898 in Green Ridge, the daughter of Walter and Josephine Bennett. She was united in marriage to Harley H. Page in November of 1920 and to this union one son was born. Her husband preceded her in death on November 14, 1969. Winnie was a school teacher, having taught in the Elm Grove School. She was also involved in real estate with her husband. She was the first secretary of the Historical Society and she had worked for the local museum. She was a member of the Butler Presbyterian Church where she had served as a deacon. She was also a member of the Eastern Star. Her family was very special to her and she especially enjoyed her grandchildren. She also enjoyed flowers and collecting antiques. She was preceded in death also by her parents and five brothers and sisters. Survivors include her son Joe Page and wife Bea of Butler; seven grandchildren, JoAnne Page and husband Stanley, Kansas City; Mike Page and wife Barbara, Appleton City; Patty Harold and husband Tom of Nevada; Jim Page and wife Sarah, Sahuarita, Az., Nancy Hedrick and husband Eddie, Butler; Jerry Page and wife Christine, Butler; and Harley Page, Butler; seven great-grandchildren, Becky and Seth Harold, Nevada; Michael and Jennifer Page, Appleton City; Joseph and Chance Hedrick, Butler; and Jordan Page of Sahuarita, Az., also survive. Funeral services were held Friday, August 23, 1991 at the Underwood-Steinbeck Funeral Home in Butler. Interment was in the Oak Hill Cemetery.

PAGETT, Vera L.
1925-2003
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 7 2003 - Mrs. Vera Pagett, 78, Lowry City, a retired waitress, died Sunday, October 5, 2003, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 8, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Cremation.

PAHLMANN, C. Wayne
1936-2001
Clinton Daily Democrat, Sep 11 2001 - C. Wayne Pahlmann, 65, died Saturday morning, September 8, 2001, at his home in the Reel & Trigger Resort near Warsaw. He was born in St. Louis on January 29, 1936, the son of George and Margaret Pahlmann. He grew up in St. Louis and graduated from Afton High School. In 1952 he was married to Mary W. Boyd in St. Louis. On August 21, 1980, he married Patricia Gates in Iowa. In 1981 they settled in the Warsaw area and opened the Reel and Trigger Resort in 1984. He retired from Atlas Copio, Inc. in 1987. He is survived by his wife, Pat, of the home; one son, Mark Pahlmann, and his wife, Beth, Fenton; one daughter, Sandy Lohman and her husband, Mark, Warsaw; six grandchildren, Meri, David, Emily and Hannah Pahlmann, and Jeremy and Tiffany Lohman; two brothers, Gordon Pahlmann and wife, Joan, Osage Beach, and George Pahlmann and wife, Rose Lee, Fenton; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. Cremation. Memorial services will be Saturday at the Truman Visitors Center in Warsaw.

PALMER, Barbara June JONES CORUM
1931-2010
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 26 2010 - Barbara J. Palmer, age 78, of Clinton passed away at her home Monday, May 24, 2010. Funeral services will be Friday, May 28, 2010 at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, Missouri with burial in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Barbara was born in Nevada, Missouri to Otis and Leona Quall Jones. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her first husband Everett "Bud" Corum; second husband Wayne Palmer; brother Billy Jo Jones; and two sisters, Ruby Mae Jones and Betty Jean Jones. Survivors include her daughter, Jennifer Youngblood and husband Bob, Clinton; two brothers, Carl Jones, Jasper, MO. and Bobby Jones, Olympia, Washington; five grandchildren, Sherri Lee Ballard, Robert Lee Turner, Jeffrey Lee Turner, Brandon Lee Turner, and Jason Lee Turner; four great grandaughters, two great grandsons, and one great-great grandson.

PALMER, Bernice A.
abt 1902-1993
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Bernice A. Palmer, 91, 25A Harmon Gaines, Clinton, died Saturday, March 27, 1993 at Golden Valley Hospital. Services will be Tuesday at the Sickman & Dunning Chapel in Clinton; burial in Carpenter Cemetery in Chilhowee. Mrs. Palmer was born in Strasburg, Missouri, and lived in Leeton before moving to Clinton in 1981. Survivors include three sons, Randall Palmer, Warrensburg, John Palmer, Clinton, and James Palmer, Peabody, Kansas; two sisters, Gertrude Timmons, Holden, and Irene Ellington, Phoenix; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren.

PALMER, Bruce Clarke
1951-2009
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 2 2009 - Bruce Clarke Palmer, 58, Wichita, Kansas, died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009, in Wichita, Kansas. He was born Jan. 14, 1951, in Clinton, the son of Harry Palmer Jr. and Lois Mueller Palmer. He is survived by his son, Clinton Palmer of Wichita, Kansas; his mother, Lois Palmer of Clinton and two brothers, Gary Palmer of Adamsville, Alabama, and David Palmer of Grandview. Funeral Mass was held at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Clinton, on Tuesday, Feb. 3. Interment was in the Clinton Memory Gardens, Clinton.

PALMER, Charles Francis
1926-2011
Memorial Park Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 6 2011 - Charles Francis Palmer died at his home in Clinton on Sunday, March 20, 2011, at the age of 85 years. Charles was born in Blairstown on March 2, 1926, the son of Charley and Myrtle (Burton) Palmer. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. He was married to Peggy June Taylor Palmer on August 24, 1952. He retired from Hallmark Cards after working for 25 years in various departments, including quality control, writing instruments and graphic arts. He was a member of VFW Post 1894 in Clinton and he enjoyed going to the Clinton Senior Center. Charles was preceded in death by his parents. Charley and Myrtle Palmer; one son, Jesse Palmer; two brothers, Kenneth Palmer and Roy Lee Palmer, and two sisters, Ethel Frizzell and Rittah Tribble. He is survived by his wife, of 58 years, Peggy, of the home; one sister, Ada Hendrick and husband, Roy, Clinton; 10 nieces and nephews, 18 great-nieces and nephews and 14 great-great-nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, on Wednesday, March 23. Graveside services and interment was in Memorial Park Cemetery, Kansas City, Wednesday, March 23.

PALMER, Frank Dr.
1934-2006
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 26 2006 - Dr. Frank Palmer, 72, of Windsor, Missouri, died Friday, June 23, 2006, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton, Mo. He was born February 3, 1934, in Hampton, Iowa, the son of Joseph Palmer and Ruth (Fox) Palmer. On May 15, 1954, at the St. Peter's Catholic Church in Cosgrove, Iowa, he married Marilyn Marguerite O'Brien, who survives of the home. Dr. Palmer graduated from the Palmer Chiropractic School in Davenport, Iowa and had practiced in Windsor for almost 40 years. He had also practiced in Morrilton, Arkansas, Jefferson City, Mo., and Kansas City, Mo. before coming to Windsor. He was a past member of the Windsor City Council; a member of the Missouri Academy of Chiropractors and a member of the National Harness Racing Association. In addition to his wife, Dr. Palmer is survived by 3 sons, Mike Palmer, Kansas City, Mo.; Mark Palmer and his wife Theresa, Windsor, Mo.; Tom Palmer, of the home; a daughter, Teri Gunderson, Fayetteville, Arkansas; a granddaughter, Meris Gunderson, Fayetteville, Arkansas; 4 brothers, Jim Palmer, Montesano, Washington; Jess Palmer, Tacoma, Washington; Chuck Palmer, Powers, Florida; and Roger Palmer, Hampton, Iowa. Dr. Palmer was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Larae Palmer and Ruth Carmen; and a brother, Thomas Palmer. Memorial services will be Saturday, July 8, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, Mo.

PALMER, George
1858-1939
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - George Palmer died the evening of May 29, 1939, at his home southeast of Clinton, near the old Jackson Mill. He had been in failing health some time and was almost an invalid the past year from complications of old age. He was bedfast his last few months and was cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Frank Harris, who had been with him about three years. Mr. Palmer, past 80 years old, came to Henry County about 15 years ago, after the death of his second wife, the former Miss Lilly Parr. They had lived in St. Joseph and Kansas City, adopting a son, John Palmer, now living in Galveston, Texas. Besides him, Mr. Palmer is also survived by a sister in St. Joseph and another in Iowa. Mr. Palmer purchased the old Carlyle place about ten years ago and had since resided there. Funeral arrangements are awaiting word from the adopted son. Consalus & Peck funeral service is in charge.

PALMER, Harold
1900-1991
Shawnee Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Harold Palmer, 91, was born in Kansas City on June 21, 1900, son of W. T. and Nora Pittenger Palmer and passed away Friday, November 15, 1991 at his home in Warsaw. He was united in marriage to Ruth Harris in 1939 at Kansas City. Following their marriage, they made their home in Kansas City until moving to the Shawnee Bend area near Warsaw in 1980. He was preceded in death by his wife Ruth, on July 22, 1991. He was a member of the Christian Church of Kansas City. He is survived by one brother, W. T. Palmer of Oklahoma City, Ok., other relatives and friends. Graveside services were held Monday, November 18, 1991 at Shawnee Cemetery.

PALMER, Harry Clarke Jr.
1926-1993
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Harry Clarke Palmer Jr., son of Harry C. and Elizabeth Elsie (Smith) Palmer Sr. was born December 16, 1926 at Albia, Iowa and passed away December 12, 1993 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton, at the age of 66. Junior had lived in Clinton for 40 years. He was a meat cutter for Plaza United Super for 34 years and Bi Lo North, Warrensburg, before he retired in 1990. He was a Navy veteran of WWII. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He was a member of Meat Cutters Local No. 276 Kansas City. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Kenny Thornton, and one grandson Cody Palmer. He is survived by his wife Lois of the home; three sons, Gary Palmer, Clinton, Bruce Palmer, Wichita, Kansas, and David Palmer, Grandview; two brothers, Jim Thornton, Camden, South carolina and Jack Palmer, Orrick, Missouri, as well as eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church Wednesday, December 15, 1993. Burial was at Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery, Clinton.

PALMER, Harry Clarke Sr.
1900-1981
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO -- Harry C. Palmer Sr., 81, Clinton, died Saturday at a Clinton hospital. He was born in Albia, Iowa, and had lived in Clinton, California and Florida before returning to Clinton in 1981. Mr. Palmer was a locksmith before he retired in 1969 and earlier had owned the Penny Grocery Store, Clinton 10 years. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Elizabeth Palmer of the home; three sons, Harry C. Palmer Jr., Clinton, Jack Palmer, Orrick, Mo., and James Thornton, Camden, S.C.; 14 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Services will be Tuesday at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton; burial in the Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery.

PALMER, Jennings Hampton Sr.
1920-1991
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Jennings Hampton Palmer Sr., age 71, of Jefferson City, formerly of Johnson County, died Sunday, Oct 6, at St. Mary's Hospital in Jefferson City. He was born Feb. 17, 1920, near Chilhowee, the son of Feaster Palmer and Bernice Courtney. Mr. Palmer was an Army Air Corps veteran of WWII serving from 1941 to 1945 as a tail gunner. He worked as an auto mechanic for Downing Motors of Leeton before retiring in 1966. He then taught trade school and mechanics in Kansas City from 1966 to 1971. After that Mr. Palmer was employed by Bell and Gudde Tractor of Holden. He was also a member of the Bear Creek Baptist Church. He is survived by two daughters, Myra Norman of Knob Noster, and Becky Cunningham of Warrensburg; a son Gary Wheeler of Gravois Mills; four granddaughters and three great-grandchildren; his mother Bernice Palmer of Clinton; three brothers, Randall Palmer of Warrensburg, John Palmer of Clinton, and James Palmer of Harrington, Kansas. Funeral services will be Oct 9, at Sweeney-Phillips Chapel with burial in Carpenter Cemetery.

PALMER, John William
1928-2021
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
John William Palmer, age 93, passed away Monday, July 26, 2021 at Clinton Healthcare and Rehab. in Clinton, Missouri where he became a resident just a few short months ago. A memorial service will be held Friday, August 6th, 2021 at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton. Inurnment will follow at the Vansant Road Cemetery. John was born on June 22, 1928, he was delivered at home in Chilhowee, Missouri to Bernice (Courtney) and Feaster Palmer, he was one of six children. He attended Leeton High School in Leeton, Missouri. John married Anna (Reedy) Palmer on May 25, 1952, they enjoyed 69 years of commitment, love, faith, and an eternal friendship. At the age of 17, John began driving a cattle truck, he moved cattle from Missouri to Kansas for his father. Later he worked for Bud Cox, at the filling station and then Ford Tractor. At the age of 22, John was drafted into the US Army. He served from November 1950 to 1952 serving in the Korean War. When returning to civilian life, he went back to work for Bud Cox at Ford Tractor. Later he delivered mail in a box truck, as a contractor, among other rewarding jobs. In 1980 John and his son, Darren Palmer, purchased property on Green Street in Clinton, Missouri. It was on Green Street where their business Palmer Tractor was for twenty years, they sold the property in 2000. He worked hard and set a good example for his children and others around him. He officially retired from working in 2019, at the age of 91 years young. John had a love for auctions and antiques. His daughter, Christi, shared this passion with her daddy. She would often tag along with him and her mom (Anna), and later became the driver to and from. In later years John and Anna traveled with friends, stopping at different campgrounds all over. He enjoyed his time with family and friends very much. John had a caring heart, his eyes lit up a room, and his smile was one of a kind. Rarely did John Palmer meet a stranger, he enjoyed telling stories to anyone that would listen. He had a loving heart and always kind. His hugs will be a fond memory, for many, for years to come. John is survived by his wife Anna, two children Christi (Palmer) Justis and Darren (Pam) Palmer. In addition to three grandchildren Jeremy (Jenny) Tidmore, Brandon (Ruth) Tidmore, and Lexye (David) Shockley; great-grandchildren Adam Shockley, Masy (Christopher) Tootle, Taylor (Shyler) Reid, Darius Shockley, William Shockley, Alyssa Tidmore, Jaron Tidmore, Caleb Tidmore, and Aralyn Tidmore and five great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.

PALMER, Joseph Glenn
1945-2009
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 11 2009 - Joseph Glenn Palmer, 64, Clinton, died on Friday, Jan. 30, 2009, at his home. He was born in Elizabeth, North Carolina, Jan. 7, 1945. He was in the United States Army. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers and two sisters. Joseph is survived by one sister, Nanett Wahnish of Hernon, Virginia. Mr. Palmer's wishes were for his body to be donated to medical science with no services.

PALMER, Leslie Kenneth "Les"
1930-2008
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 23 2009 - Leslie Kenneth Palmer was born in Urich on Oct. 18, 1930, to Charlie and Cena Myrtle (Burton) Palmer. He died Dec. 8, 2008, at the Missouri Veterans Home, Warrensburg, at the age of 78 years. Leslie grew up and attended school in Deepwater. He served in the United States Army from Jan. 10, 1952, through Jan. 10, 1954, and married Adeline Donofrio on Jan. 16, 1954. He retired from Hallmark Cards of Kansas City/ Liberty in 1986 after 32 years of service. Leslie retired to Clinton where he resided until 2003 when he entered the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Roy Lee Palmer; two sisters, Ethel Palmer Frizzell and Rittah (Dee) Palmer Tribble. Leslie is survived by a daughter, Barbara Ann Palmer Huke and son-in-law, Joseph Patrick; one granddaughter, Theresa Marie Huke; one grandson, Joseph Patrick Huke, Jr. and wife, Michelle Quigley Huke; three great-grandchildren, Caleb Patrick, Natalie Renea and Madison Nicole; one brother, Charles Palmer and wife, Peggy; one sister, Ada (Peggy) Palmer Hendricks and husband, Roy, and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Wednesday, Dec. 10. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery.

PALMER, Lois Clara MUELLER
1928-2012
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Lois Clara Mueller Palmer, age 83, left this world to join her Heavenly Father on Wednesday June 20, 2012. Born in Bellevue, Iowa on July 9, 1928 to Alfred Joseph Mueller and Nettie Hazel Heacock Mueller. She graduated from St. Joseph Catholic School in 1946 and on July 14, 1948 married Harry Clarke Palmer Jr. Lois and Harry moved from Bellevue, Iowa to Clinton, Missouri on Mother's Day 1949. A devout Catholic, she was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church for more than 63 years. Lois retired in May of this year from Zenith Specialties after 40 years of service. She was preceeded in death by her parents, her husband Harry Clarke Palmer Jr., son Bruce Clarke Palmer, grandson Cody Lee Palmer and great grandson Zachery Allen Palmer. She is survived by her children Gary (Pam) Palmer of Adamsville, Alabama and David (Cindy) Palmer of Grandview, MO; her sisters Mary E Weisnewski of Bellevue, Iowa, Bernice Belitz of Illinois, and Betty Ripley of Austin, MN; her brother Ferdinand Mueller of Canon City, Colorado; 8 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, neices, nephews, and friends who will miss her very much. A Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Monday June 25, with burial to follow at Clinton Memory Gardens.

PALMER, Mary Allen GRAY
abt 1813-1891
Sardis North Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jan 3 1891 - A telegram states that the funeral of Mrs. Mary A. Palmer has held at Sardis church in Tebo township yesterday afternoon. She lived with her son, Wm. W. Palmer, on the old homestead six miles west of Windsor, which was pre-empted by her husband, Drury Palmer, in the pioneer days of Missouri. She came to this county with her husband in 1831 from Christian county, Kentucky and settled on the farm where her son, Walker now resides. Thirteen children were born to her but only four are living; Mrs. R. L. Avery of this city; Mrs. Matilda Osborn of Macon county; Mrs. Vandergrift of Kansas; and Dr. Gray, of Springfield township. Her husband was shot in his own home by bushwhackers during the war in 1863 and for more than a quarter of a century the deceased has walked alone, but let her light so shine as to lend encouragement to many whose path would else been a dreary one. Surely bright-faced spirits of loved ones gone before will greet her on the other shore and her 78 years of labor in this world of ours is o'er.

PALMER, Mary E.
1910-2000
Clinton Daily Democrat, Apr 10 2000 - Mary E. Palmer, 90, Clinton, died at Westwood Nursing Home in Clinton Saturday, April 8, 2000. She was born in Urich and was a homemaker. She is survived by three sons, Bob G. Palmer of Bolivar, George E. Palmer of Decatur, Texas and Max L. Palmer of Kansas City; 10 grandchildren and a number of great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Palmer in 1993. Funeral services will be Thursday, at D. W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Chapel, Kansas City. Burial will be in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens.

PALMER, Minnie P. WRIGHT
1875-1932
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
A Sudden Death - This community was shocked and saddened Sunday morning by the announcement that Mrs. Minnie P. Palmer, wife of Roy K. Palmer, cashier of the Citizens Bank, had died suddenly at the family home Saturday night. Mr. and Mrs. Palmer had spent the evening at the home of Mrs. James Goodin and were on the road home when she became suddenly ill of heart trouble. She passed away a few moments after entering the home. Mrs. Palmer was a kind, loving wife and mother, and a fine neighbor, liked and esteemed by all. Minnie P. Wright, daughter of Major I. Wright and Rhoda Gordon Wright, was born July 2, 1875, at Jefferson City, Mo., and died in Windsor, Mo., Dec. 31, 1932, at the age of 57 years five months and 29 days. On August 17, 1901, she was married to Roy K. Palmer. Surviving are the husband, four children of this union, viz; Mrs. Lucy Scrogham of Peoria, Ill.; I. Walker and Roy L. Palmer of South Bend, Indiana, and Howard B. Palmer of Windsor, Mo.; two grandchildren, Betty Ruth Scrogham and Jay K. Palmer, and one brother, Van N. Wright, of Fresno, Calif. She joined the Baptist church in early life and after her marriage she united with the Presbyterian church with her husband. She had been an active member of the Eastern Star for many years. Funeral services were held in the Methodist church on Monday afternoon and the body was laid to rest in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

PALMER, Philippa Jane GOODIN
1837-1921
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
The Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Thursday, Sep 29 1921 - Philippa Jane Goodin Palmer - Another aged citizen and a woman of most estimable character was lost by this community, Sunday morning, when Mrs. J. G. Palmer died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. B. Burcham, south of Windsor. For some three years and nine months she had been confined to her bed with a broken limb and yet she had never complained but always had been cheerful. Her love for the Bible and her familiarity with some of its cherished passages, gave her last days a contented spirit and to her sick room a gracious atmosphere. Before her marriage she was Miss Philippa Jane Goodin, fourth daughter of Benjamin and Sarah Warren Goodin She was born on the old Goodin home place, where she spent her life, the twelfth day of February, 1837. She was married to the late Joseph Gray Plamer, February 11, 1855. Three children survive, Mrs. J. B. Burcham of Windsor, and J. B. Palmer and R. L. Palmer of Oklahoma. She had been a widow for some 57 years. She leaves a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and other relatives. About 55 years ago she united with the Windsor Christian church and has ever since been a most worthy member thereof. In late years she had been unable to attend the services, but had been interested in its welfare and was always anxious to have some form of worship even in her sick room. May she truly rest in peace.

PALMER, Roy Knox
1876-1951
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
The Delhi Dispatch, Delhi, Louisiana, Wednesday, Jan 17 1951 - Word was received by friends here early Saturday that the life of Roy Knox Palmer had ended the preceding night at Washington, III. Mr. Palmer, who was 73 year of age, had been In poor health for several years. Until about two year ago Mr. Palmer and his devoted wife, Mrs. Mayme G. Palmer, were residents of Delhi where they had made their home for about 16 years. During a large part of his stay in Louisiana he held a responsible position with the First National Bank of Delhi and at the same time operated a farm where he and Mrs. Palmer maintained an attractive home where hospitality always prevailed. As a young man Mr. Palmer was a telegraph operator then entered the banking business and for many years held positions of trust with various financial institutions. Mr. Palmer was an elder of the Delhi Presbyterian Church. Mr. Palmer was buried in Windsor, Mo, Sunday, January 14. In addition to his wife, Mr. Palmer is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Albert Scrogham, Washington, Ill.; and by three sons: Walker, New Castle, Ohio; Roy, South Bend, Indiana and Howard, Carlisle, Ind. There are six surviving grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

PALMER, Ruth HARRIS
1907-1991
Shawnee Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ruth H. Palmer, age 83, was born November 16, 1907, at Holt, Missouri, the daughter of Morse and Ida Weaver Harris and passed away Monday evening, July 22, 1991 at the Warsaw Health Care Center in Warsaw. She was united in marriage to Harold Palmer in 1939 at Kansas City, Missouri. They made their home in Kansas City until moving to the Shawnee Bend area near Warsaw in 1980. She was a member of the Christian Church in Kansas City. She is survived by her husband Harold of the home; one sister Fannie Barr of Kearney, Missouri; other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Shawnee Cemetery on Thursday, July 25, 1991.

PALMER, Virgil L.
1923-2005
Malta Bend Cemetery, Malta Bend, Saline Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 28 2005 - Virgil L. Palmer, 81, Malta Bend, died Monday, February 28, 2005, at the University Hospital and Clinics in Columbia. Funeral services will be Wednesday, March 2, at Campbell-Lewis Chapel in Marshall. Burial will be in Malta Bend Cemetery with military rites at graveside. Born August 20, 1923, in Henry County, he was the son of the late Emuel L. Palmer and Lucy Jane Riley Palmer. On June 25, 1948, he married Fern Bird, who died October 24, 2001. He had lived in Malta Bend most of his life and was retired from MFA Seed Division. He was a United States Army veteran of the Korean Conflict and a member of Malta Bend American Legion Post 558. Survivors include a daughter, Wanda Fern Taylor and husband Joe, Malta Bend; two grandchildren, Joey lee Taylor and Jaime Fern Hammond; a great-grandson, Nickolas Lee Hammond; a sister Virginia Wright of rural Marshall, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife he was preceded in death by a sister, Doris Rush, and three brothers, Harold, Ralph and Wilbur Palmer.

PALMER, Virginia Ann RUTH DREXEL
1930-2001
Kingston Cemetery, Kingston, Caldwell Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Jul 10 2001 - Virginia Ann Palmer, 71, Clinton, died Saturday, July 7, 2001, at her home. - Clinton Daily Democrat, Jul 23 2001 - Virginia Ann Palmer, daughter of Robert Franklin and Kathryn Sarah Ruth, was born April 5, 1930, in Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania. She had two brothers, Robert Franklin, Jr. and William Henry Ruth, both deceased. On July 10, 1949, Virginia married Carl Lester Drexel. To this union, three daughters were born, Carol, Patricia and Doris. Carl died May 14, 1958. After living a short while in California, she moved to Missouri and married Ivan Curtis Palmer on June 7, 1959. Virginia was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, sang in the choir, served as an elder, and was active in Presbyterian Women, serving as its president for three separate terms. She had been district director, secretary and president of Women of Heartland Presbytery. At the time of her death, she was Cluster Enabler (formerly district director). Her interest were traveling, sewing, knitting and extension work. She joined the Henrietta Extension Homemakers Club in 1967 and was elected president and county president. On the state board, Virginia had been membership chairman, district director and vice president of policy. She had attended all national meetings, with the exception of one and all four would conferences. Traveling was her passion and she had seen most of the European countries, Russia, China, Australia, New Zealand and Iceland. She did many, many years of volunteer work and was always willing to help out. If something needed done, she always took charge. She was a very organized person. Virginia is survived by her husband, Ivan, of the home; three daughters, Carol Russell and her husband, Ron, Archie; Patricia Martin and her husband, Mike; and Doris Martin, and her husband, Ted, all of Independence; five grandchildren, Jennifer McGee, Michael Martin, Jr., Kristopher Martin, Nathan Russell and Holly Russell and two great-grandchildren, Ashley and Alex Martin. Funeral services were held at the First Presbyterian Church, Clinton, on Tuesday, July 10. Graveside services and burial were in the Kingston Cemetery.

PALMER, Zachery Allen
1986-2003
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 28 2003 - Zachery Allen Palmer was born June 17, 1986, in Millington, Tennessee, and departed this life on May 5, 2003 at the age of 16, as the result of an automobile accident. He was a junior at Clinton High School. He was the son of Bill and Lisa Carl of Clinton and had four siblings, Ryan Palmer, Josh, Jason and Melissa Carl. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. Zack, as he was known by his many friends, loved the outdoors. Hunting and fishing were his passions. He loved being with his friends and he loved his country music. He had a signature smile that could light up a room and he had the gift of meeting people easily, never knowing a stranger. He was always willing to help and he didn't have an enemy. One of Zack's favorite pastimes was hanging out at his Grandpa and Grandma's house with his cousins and his beloved Copper, his coon dog. He will be dearly missed, but fondly remembered by all who knew him. In addition to his parents and siblings, Zack is survived by his maternal grandparents, Cletus and Roma Woods; his paternal grandparents, Gary Palmer, Jack and Berta Jo Carl. He is also survived by great-grandmothers Eva Park and Lois Palmer. Zack is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his uncle Bobby Woods. Funeral services were held Friday, May 9, at the First Baptist Church. Internment was in the Clinton Memory Gardens.

PALMGREN, Larry E. Rev.
1940-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 11 2002 - Rev. Larry E. Palmgren, son of William Clarence and Lela Faye Bevins Palmgren, was born May 8, 1940, in Brookfield, and died Thursday, August 29, 2002, at his home near Clinton. Larry was raised in Bucklin and Kansas City, Kansas, where he graduated from Wyandotte High School and attended Wyandotte Jr. College. He also attended Oceanside Carlsbad College while in the United States Marine Corp. After the service he returned to Kansas City, Kansas, where he married Sandra K. (Clark) Palmgren. She preceded him in death on July 1, 1997. He was married to Nora J. Krzesinski on August 12, 1998, and she survives of the home. He currently was the minister of the Quarles Baptist Church, Clinton. He was a member of the Quarles Baptist Church and a life member of the American Legion and Disabled American Veterans. Survivors include his wife, Nora J. Palmgren, of the home; one son, Donald E. Palmgren of Clinton, and three daughters, Denise M. Gulley of Pleasant Hill, Robin O. Wagner of Kenosha, Wisconsin, and Kimberly J. Harper of Warsaw; three brothers, Charles D. Palmgren of Dallas, Georgia, Donald D. Palmgren of Gladstone, and Thomas E. Palmgren of Kansas City, Kansas; one sister, Marilyn J. Williams of Lee's Summit, and 14 grandchildren. He is also survived by four stepchildren, Christine Pozin of Kansas City, Eileen Valentine of Manhattan, Kansas, Stanley Krzesinski of Gravois Mills, and Donald Krzesinski of Stover, as well as seven step-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Monday, September 2, at the First Baptist Church, Clinton, with burial at the North Swede Lutheran Cemetery, Bucklin.

PALMGREN, Sandra Kay CLARK
1943-1997
Shawnee Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Sandra Kay Clark Palmgren, 54, Clinton, died Tuesday, July 1, 1997, from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Sandra was born in Wyandotte County, Kansas, on April 28, 1943. She lived in the Kansas City area until 1978. She was a member of Quarles Baptist Church, the DAV and American Legion auxiliaries and was also involved in Pagentry in all phases for 14 years and co-founder and executive director of the Miss Lakeland Pageant. She was also involved in civic and church activities. In her teens she was a professional model and dancer. She was known to her family and friends by the nickname Honey, given to her by her grandson, David. Sandy was married to Larry Palmgren for 33 years. She was his best, best friend and wife, help-mate, mother and lover. Sandy never met a stranger and God gave her the ability to detect people people that were hurting, knowledge and persistence to put out a loving compassionate hand. She was preceded in death by her father, James W. Clark; one sister, Betty Clark, and a granddaughter, Katie Palmgren. Survivors include her husband, Larry, of the home; two daughters, Denise G. Gulley of Pleasant Hill, and Kimberly Timm of Clinton; one son, Donald Palmgren of Slater; two sisters, Esther Allen of Warsaw and Florence O'Patrony of Chico, California; her loving mother, Leona Whittle of Eldon; 13 grandchildren, Bobi Jo, Bradley, Mike, Matt, Jennifer and Cody of Pleasant Hill, and Nick, Gala, Jayme, Jonni and Nathan of Slater, and David Timm of Clinton; two nephews, Robert and Fred Allen and many other relatives and friends. Services were held Monday, July 7, at Quarles Baptist Church, north of Clinton. Sandra was laid to rest at Shawnee Cemetery in Warsaw.

PAQUIN, Celina
abt 1836-1927
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Celina Paquin passed away about 8:30 a.m. Thursday, March 10, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. D. Carney, on South Main Street. She had been in very poor health, from infirmities of advanced age, for several months, and about ten days previous to her death she fell and hurt her hip, it never being determined whether she dislocated or broke it, as it was so painful for her to be moved and it was known that she could not recover. Deceased was 91 years of age, and was born in Canada. She had been a widow for about 50 years, and for the past 30 or more years had made her home with Mr. and Mrs. Carney. She was quite active until the past year. Besides Mrs. Carney, she leaves another daughter and two sons - Julian Paquin and Mrs. Celina Guilbault, living in Canada, and Felix Paquin, of Galveston, Texas. Mrs. Paquin was a devout Catholic, and the funeral was conducted at the Catholic church Saturday. Interment in Englewood cemetery.

PARDUE, Belle R.
1869-1939
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Miss Belle Pardue died at 12:10 p.m. Monday, July 24, 1939, having been critically ill since March 5 of this year when she suffered a stroke. Miss Pardue had an apartment in the rear of her millinery store on East Franklin Street and was cared for with the gentle tenderness of a daughter by Mrs. Owen Hoover, who also helped her in her small business. Miss Pardue, who was nearing life's allotted span of three score and ten years, was a native of Nashville, Tenn., and came to Clinton in 1930 from Bartlett, Texas, where she had for some years operated a most successful millinery store. She was first on the south side of the square next door to the present Karbe Store and two years ago moved to her present location. She was a member of the Franklin Street Methodist Church, also an Eastern Star although she had never moved her membership to the Clinton chapter. She was a capable business woman, honest, reliable, modest and quiet. Hers was a simple life, gentle and kind and brimming over with appreciation for the smallest kindness done for her by any friend or acquaintance. She faced life bravely and when she sprained her ankle three years ago kept on at her work as determinedly as lessened strength would allow. She was blessed during all her years in Clinton with the constant friendship of Mrs. Hoover who had been her business manager and who Saturday completed the sale of the Hat Shop to Mrs. Willa Saveland, which was a great burden off Miss Pardue's mind. She became worse last Thursday, since when she had been unable to take any nourishment and the end was anticipated at any time as her doctor gave them no encouragement. She leaves an only niece, Mrs. Evans, and an only nephew, J. D. Pardue, both of Clarksville, Tenn., who were wired for instructions. Funeral services were conducted at the Consalus & Peck Funeral Home on Wednesday. The body was laid to rest in Englewood.

PARIS, Helen Marie ALLEN
1925-2010
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 27 2010 - Helen Marie Paris, daughter of Harry Frances and Anna Elizabeth (Brown) Allen, Sr., was born in Independence, January 9, 1925. She departed this life at Ellett Memorial Hospital in Appleton City on December 25, 2010 in the presence of her loving family. Helen spent the early part of her life in Independence. She was united in marriage to Namon Reed Paris April 12, 1941 and they were blessed with one daughter, Ann Marie. Helen was employed by General Motors and worked at the Fisher Body Plant in the Leeds District until her retirement. She was a member of the United Auto Workers Local 93. In 1966 Helen and Namon retired and made their home in Appleton City. Preceding Helen in death were her parents; her husband Namon R. Paris; two sisters, a twin, Ellen "Nellie" Luther and MaryAnn Babylon; four brothers, Harry F. Allen, Jr., William Allen, Charles Allen and James Allen. Survivors include her daughter Ann Marie and husband Jack Knight of Appleton City; two granddaughters, Cathy and husband Chris Thompson and Karen and husband Chris Green all of Appleton City; two great-granddaughters, Amy Green and fiance Jeff Nold of Urich, Missouri, Nichole Marie and husband Straton Munsterman; two great-grandsons, Brandon Thompson and companion Dusti Hall, and Brian Green all of Appleton City; three great-great-grandchildren, Braydon, Austin and Kaylean Marie Nold of Urich, Missouri; and one sister Theresa Rose Spillman of Lincoln. Funeral services will be at Hill & Son Funeral Home in Appleton City on Tuesday, December 28. Burial will be in Appleton City Cemetery.

PARK, Agnes B.
abt 1913-2007
Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 5 2007 - Agnes B. Park, 94, Osceola, died Wednesday, September 5, 2007, at Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City. Funeral services will be Saturday, September 8, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola, with burial in Lowry City Cemetery.

PARK, Arnold Wayne
1919-2015
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Arnold W. Park, 96, of Windsor, Missouri, died early Thursday morning, April 16, 2015, at the Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia, Mo. He was born January 15, 1919, in Camden County, near Mack’s Creek, Missouri, the son of William Franklin Park and Alley Ioma (Hix) Park. On September 28, 1940, near Macks Creek, Mo., in the living room of the home of Rev. Willard Green, who performed their wedding, he married Needra Ann Holland. She preceded him in death on March 22, 2014 in Windsor, Mo. Arnold was a farmer and had farmed for many years just outside of Windsor. He had worked at the former Windsor International Shoe Factory for several years and had also owned a Lumber Mill in Climax Springs, Mo, many years ago. While living in Climax Springs, he had served on the school board and was a school bus driver. He enjoyed listening to blue grass music, playing pool and hosting card parties. He was a long time member of First Baptist Church, Windsor. Survivors include 2 daughters, Lois Ann Gardner (Bill) Windsor, Mo.; Norma Lee Morris (Bob), Gulf Port, Florida, 3 granddaughters, 7 great-grandchildren, 9 great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; 2 brothers, John Park, Ozark, Mo.; Bob Park, Cross Timbers, Mo; 3 sisters, Charlene Ollison, Gravois Mills, Mo.; Dorothy Hicks, Lee’s Summit, Mo; and Stella Gorman, Independence, Mo. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Raymond Park and Billy Park; 4 sisters, Pauline Arnett, Wiletta Eldred, Jurlene Blevins and Anna Belle Davis. Funeral services will be Monday, April 20, 2015, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PARK, Bernard C. H. "Bum"
1918-1994
Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Bernard C. H. "Bum" Park, 75, Appleton City, died Saturday, January 22, 1994 in the Beautiful Savor Home, Belton. Services were Monday at the Hill & Son Chapel, Appleton City, with burial in the Lowry City Cemetery. Mr. Park was born in Lowry City and lived in Appleton City most of his life. He was a truck driver before he retired. He was a member of the Ohio Christian Church. Survivors include a brother, Bill Park, and three sisters, Nola Fitch, Lorene Shoemaker and Berniece Neimann, all of Appleton City.

PARK, Boyd W.
1901-1993
Fairview Cemetery, Liberty, Clay Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Boyd W. Park was born at Mt. Zion July 7, 1901, the son of George and Ottie (Rothgeb) Park. He passed away Monday, January 11, 1993, at the Lee's Summit hospital at the age of 91 years, six months, and four days. He spent most of his early youth in the Mt. Zion area. He attended Central Business College at Sedalia. He then worked in a drug store in Kansas City several years. He was married to Margaret Canning May 18, 1935, in Detroit, Michigan. Margaret had been a former teacher at the Columbia Hall School at Mt. Zion. They lived in Detroit several years where they owned and operated a dairy farm and he worked at Chrysler Tank Plant. In 1943 Margaret's health got bad and they decided to move back to Missouri and bought a farm one mile east of Liberty. He was a livestock farmer there and had a great love for livestock as he had grown up helping his father with his livestock farm. His wife Margaret, passed away October 28, 1959. He continued to live alone on his farm until July 1990, when he developed bad health and went to live with his only sister, Mrs. Owen (Violet) Christian. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Liberty. He was preceded in death by his wife Margaret, and his parents. He is survived by his sister Violet Christian; cousins and many friends. Graveside services were held January 14 at Fairview Cemetery, Liberty.

PARK, Carl Edward
1931-2008
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 22 2008 - Carl Edward Park, 77, died early Saturday morning, Aug. 9, 2008, at Westwood in Clinton. He was born June 26, 1931, in Deepwater, the second son of Harley Park and Nellie Schmidt Park. He grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and El Paso, Texas. His family returned to the family farm, which was located in the New Harmony community, when Carl was a freshman in Clinton High School. He graduated from Clinton High School in 1949. Carl married Ann Hollingsworth Park on April 29, 1954. He graduated from the University of Missouri in 1954 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture. He served in active duty in the United States Air Force from 1954-1956. Carl was a supply officer in the 38th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron during the Korean War. He continued to keep in contact with many of his Air Force friends and enjoyed going to several of their reunions. Carl's life centered around his family, friends and church. He always had a smile and, a handshake for all who knew him. He enjoyed farming and raising Missouri Certified Seed of various varieties. Carl was a loving and devoted husband and father. His three children and two grandchildren were the joy of his life. He enjoyed participating in their activities. Carl enjoyed the outdoors. He especially enjoyed fishing, hunting and taking his friends and family out on his pontoon boat. One of his other hobbies was designing models of farm equipment, etc. Carl especially appreciated being a member of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and served as an Elder and on many committees over the years. He loved his Lord and Savior. He was a very special Dad and Grandpa. He preferred to be at home to just enjoy spending time with his family. In fact, he didn't even want to leave his home to go to the hospital. And at the end he was just trying to get home--trying real hard to come home--which he did. He had a strong faith in his Lord. He was in church every Sunday and always an optimist with this faith that never failed him. He was anxious to get back to Clinton and ready to go to his eternal home. He loved animals and being on his farm. He loved the military and was very patriotic. He was very kind and generous. He didn't have an enemy. He just liked everyone. His calming manner was a comfort to his family members. Carl is survived by his wife. Ann, of the home, and three children, Holly Patrick Thornton of Clinton, Christopher Allen Park of Los Angeles and Paige Elizabeth Miller of Clinton; his two grandchildren, Michelle Anne Miller and Matthew Joseph Thornton, both of whom reside in Clinton; his brother, William Park and wife, Jeanne, of San Diego; several cousins, Helen Woirhaye Gieselman of Independence, Paul Woirhaye of Clinton, Geneva Shulse of Clinton, Janet Miller of Trinidad, Colorado, Shirley Gamble of Independence and Mary Blow of Arlington, Virginia. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Aug. 12, at the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Clinton. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARK, Cecil CHURCH
1897-1991
Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Cecil Park was born March 13, 1897, daughter of Herbert William and Lula Cottrel Church. She passed away August 1, 1991 at the Sac-Osage Hospital in Osceola. Cecil was born in Brownington, Mo. and was a lifelong area resident. On June 12, 192 she was united in marriage to Verna T. Park of Brownington. To this union two daughters were born, Geneva V. Park on September 24, 1921 and Geneil Park on August 9, 1925. Cecil attended school at Diamond Point, Mo. and was a member of Park Grove Christian Church. Cecil was preceded in death by her husband Verna on February 2, 1983, her daughter Geneil Shoemaker on December 27, 1970, her parents, a sister and brother. She is survived by one daughter Geneva DuVall of Lowry City; one granddaughter Betty Lou Rowe of Grandview; two great-grandchildren, Crystal and Eric; one great-grandson Bryce Justin, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Saturday, August 3, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Burial was in Lowry City Cemetery.

PARK, Cynthia A. BELL
1957-1994
Benton Green Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Cynthia A. Park, 36, Roscoe, near Osceola, died Friday afternoon, May 6, 1994, of injuries received in an automobile accident. Mrs. Park was born in Osceola and was a lifelong Roscoe area resident. She was a member of the Roscoe Christian Church. She had worked at Rival Manufacturing in Clinton nine years. Mrs. Park is survived by her husband, Roger L. Park, two sons, Clifton Lane Coleman and James Michael Coleman, two daughters, Amy Dawn Park and Dannielle Renee Park, all of the home; her father, Robert Eugene Bell, Roscoe; her mother, Margaret L. Bell, Roscoe; one brother, Robert Eugene Bell, Jr. , Stockton; two sisters, Donna Lorene Parks, and Karen Sue Keeton, Stockton. Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 10, at the Roscoe Christian Church. Burial will be in the Benton Green Cemetery, near Roscoe.

PARK, Daniel Gregor
1923-2005
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 17 2005 - Daniel Gregor Park, Twin Falls, Idaho, died Tuesday, April 29, 2005, in Boise, Idaho. He was born in LaHarpe, Illinois, May 31, 1923, to Elizabeth (Spiedel) and Jacob Henry Park. He was the youngest of six children. At age 18, he enlisted in the Army and served during the landing on Normandy Beach. He served time in England, France and Germany. Upon his honorable discharge from the Army, he came to Idaho to marry his loving sweetheart of 59 years, Cora B. Christiansen. The couple resided in Illinois, where they farmed and Dan took night classes in agriculture. Dan was a member of the Teamsters Union and worked road construction, as well as farming. The family continued to farm in Illinois and Idaho until retirement. Repairmen were not found at the Park residence as Dan was car repairman, appliance repairman, electrician, carpenter and mason. He was a visionary who raised some of the first Charolais cattle in the United States and grafted a wide assortment of fruits and trees. Dan is survived by his wife Cora; five children Francine (Joe) Ogden and their children, Heather and Rob, Michelle Park, Phil Park and his children, Danny and Greg, Elizabeth McCabe and her children, Charlie, Jeremy, Mathew, Breah, Dustii, Michelle and Budd, and Toni Park and her children, Michael, Andrea and Krystal, and 12 great-grandchildren. Dan always took great pride in his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Also surviving and very special to Dan were his nieces and nephews, Linda Lowe, Claudine Lutz, Etta Jean McCleary, Fred Park, Steve Mohr and son Steve Mohr, Pat McGowen, Linda Hooper and Dennis Higgins. Dan was preceded in death by his parents and five siblings and three nieces. Dan was a botanist who took pleasure in planting fruit patches and orchards everywhere he went and even put up with planting flowers for Cora. He taught his children and grandchildren this love of the earth and making things grow and also taught them to strive and succeed. At Dan's wishes, he was cremated. A memorial service was held May 21.

PARK, Earl David
1927-1993
Park Grove Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Earl David Park, 65, Osceola, died Monday, February 8, 1993, at the home. Services will be Friday at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola; burial in the Park family cemetery, Roscoe. Mr. Park was a lifelong Osceola area resident. He was a farmer. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War. Survivors include his wife, Rowena Park of the home; six sons, Roger Park, Ron Park, Gail Park, Preston Park and Doug Weant of Osceola, and Carson Park, Clinton; five daughters, Paula Brown, Clinton, Dana Smith, Billings, Mont., Connie Gibbins, Adrian, Gina Sels, Osceola and Lana Sheldon, Colorado Springs, Colorado; two brothers, Jim Park, Lee's Summit, and Bob Park, Lowry City; a sister Dora Kirk, Kansas City, and nine grandchildren.

PARK, Edwin Nathaniel "Bill"
1923-2012
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 6 2012 - Edwin Nathaniel (Bill) Park died at Appleton City Manor surrounded by his family on February 11, 2012, at the age of 88. He was a member of the Catholic Church. Bill was a devoted and beloved husband, father and grandfather. Although he spent much of his life as a small business owner and operator in Appleton City, his upbringing made him a farmer at heart and he enjoyed nothing better than taking a drive to see how the crops were doing. He was an avid bowler, golfer, historian and storyteller and his sense of humor always brought smiles -- and laughs -- to those around him. Above all, his integrity and strength of character remained a source of solidity for his family. Bill was born near Lowry City on June 13, 1923, the youngest child of Gomer Park and Rosa Belle Snyder Park. The Park and Snyder families first settled in St. Clair County in the 1840s and 1850s. Bill served in the U.S. Army during World War II as a member of the 3rd Army, 87th Division. He was in the Battle of the Bulge and was among the troops who met the Russian Army in Berlin. At the end of the war, he met Julie Pavlik at Fort Dix, New Jersey, and they were married on March 31, 1946. Bill and Julie settled in Appleton City where they bought the Blue Inn Cafe. In the early 1950s, they moved to Kansas City, but after a few years they returned to Appleton where Bill became the Skelly Oil agent. They repurchased the Blue Inn in the early 1960s and operated it until 1976. He was also engaged in farming with his brother, Ival Park, near Rich Hill and ran a crop-spraying business with his brother-in-law, Gene Niemann. Bill was active in the Appleton City Optimist Club and Service Club, as well as other community organizations, and was a charter member of the Montrose VFW. Bill and Julie moved to Leawood, Kansas, in 1994 to live with their daughter, Joan Hill, and her family. In early 2010, they returned to Appleton City where Bill was a resident at Countryside Estates and Julie at Appleton City Manor. Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Julie, who died in 2010; his parents and his two brothers and three sisters, Ival Park, Bernard Park, Nola Park Fitch, Lorene Park Shoemaker and Berniece Park Niemann. He is survived by daughter, Beverly Park Peavler and husband, Jim Peavler, Albuquerque, New Mexico; daughter, Joan Park Hill and husband, Chris Hill, Leawood, Kansas; daughter, Jan Park Huber and husband, Tim Huber, Charlotte, North Carolina; granddaughter, Julie Peavler McCord and husband, Tim McCord, Anaheim, California; grandson, James Peavler of Glendale, Arizona; granddaughter, Lauren Hill of Leawood, Kansas; granddaughter, Brooke Hill of Leawood, Kansas; great-grandson, Brendan McCord of Anaheim, California; granddog, Archie Hill of Leawood, Kansas, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass was at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Montrose, on Thursday, February 16. Interment was in Appleton City Cemetery.

PARK, Elsie BOLES
1919-2009
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 1 2009 - Elsie Park, 89, Windsor, died Friday evening, May 29, 2009, at Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Windsor. She was born November 17, 1919, in Pettis County, near Windsor, the daughter of Arthur M. Boles and Eva Mae (Moore) Boles. On August 6, 1961, at the First Christian Church, Windsor, she married Wallace Raymond Park, who preceded her in death on June 18, 1969. Mrs. Park was a homemaker and had worked at the Windsor International Shoe Factory for several years. Elsie had been a member of the Windsor First Christian Church since 1952. She taught the kindergarten Sunday School class for 21 years and was a member of the Christian Women's Fellowship (CWF) of the church. Elsie was a babysitter in her home for many children in Windsor. She also worked in the nursery of the First Baptist Church for many years. She was a member of the Windsor VFW Auxiliary. Survivors include a daughter, Deborah Whitson, Las Vegas, Nevada; a sister, Edna Reeves, Woodbury, Minnesota; three granddaughters, Susan Sadler, Nancy Bouse and Natasha Goins; four great-grandchildren, Aaron Sadler, Emilee Sadler, Briana Gains and Devin Goins; a nephew, Mike Reeves; a great-nephew, Patrick Reeves, and a cousin, Geneva Miller. In addition to her husband, Elsie was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Marion Lee Boles, who was killed in World War II, and Claude Ray Boles. Funeral services were Monday, June 1, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PARK, Evea SHOEMAKER
1911-2007
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 8 2007 - Evea Shoemaker Park died April 7, 2007. She was born August 18, 1911, to Joseph Wayne and Florence A. Purviance Shoemaker in St. Clair County. At an early age she accepted Christ as Savior and was baptized. She loved attending Sunday School and church. Evea was a member of the Clinton Christian Church and the Credo Bible Study Group of Clinton. Evea married Henry C. Park in March 1931 and lived in St. Clair County until moving to the Brownington community in 1936, then to Deepwater, moving to Clinton in 1959. Evea started working at Wetzel Hospital in 1952. She attended evening class and received 400 credit hours. She then passed her state test and became a LPN. She worked in obstetrics and as a surgical nurse until she retired. She assisted in helping the doctor deliver 11 of her 17 grandchildren. Evea was preceded in death by her husband Henry; daughter Betty Sue Roberts; one grandson Bobby Woods; one great-grandson Zack Palmer; her parents; one sister and three brothers. Evea is survived by five children and spouses: Jo Ann and Rolla Underwood of Blue Springs, Roma and Cletus Woods of Clinton, Henry and Kay Ann Park of Independence, Leroy and Jane Park of Lake Winnebago and Gary and Deana Park of rural Clinton; one son-in-law Charles Roberts, Holden; grandchildren, Jacki Terryberry, Roger Underwood, Sondra Simpson, Randall Underwood, Cleta Lorenz, Dixie Wirsig, Lisa Carl, Tammy Park, Keith Park, Connie Fundenburger, Jill Phillips, Philip Roberts, Garyn Park, Derick Park and Alissa Brownfield, as well as 28 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren; one niece and three nephews. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Tuesday, April 10. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery, Clinton.

PARK, General Lafayette
1860-1932
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Clinton, Henry Co, MO - G. L. Park's ship of life drifted out upon the sea of Death for its last voyage, November 23rd, after an illness which encompassed a year's time at his home near Norris. Mr. Park had been in the Menorah hospital in Kansas City for five weeks, and when he was brought home six weeks ago, hopes for recovery were held, because of his seeming improvement. General Lafayette Park was born in Cock County, Tennessee, April 9, 1860, and moved with his parents to Shelbyville, Ind., when he was four years old. Here they resided five years, then came to Jackson County, near Lees Summit, where Mr. Park grew to manhood, with fine ideals instilled in his mind and heart by his parents. It was in that community he met the sweetheart who became his wife, Anna Lucinda Gault, and they were married April 10, 1889. In October of that same year, they came to Henry County, to the place a mile and a half north of Norris which had remained their home--a place of warmth and brightness, with happy, wholesome life, blessed with four children. Mr, and Mrs. Park worked together--work that was intelligently directed to constructive and cumulative purposes, and were successful. Their farm, at first with few acres, increased until now it is a large one. The husband knew well how to make it produce the very best. In addition to his tilling and sowing of the soil, he was an extensive cattleman and hog raiser for a number of years. They mingled with the social life of the community, working toward its betterment. Friends were always welcome in the home. Mr. Park was never one to go about with a serious mien, and his disposition was one of brightness. Proof of his popularity was the great number of visitors who came to see him while he was ill. A man of tireless energy and industry he did with his might all that came his way. The latter six years of his life he had done little strenuous work. In his home he found rest and comfort and it was ever this delight to have his children and grandchildren about him Mr. Park had been a member of various Masonic organizations, which included the Blue Lodge, Royal Arch, the Scottish Rite and the Shrine. Besides his beloved companion, Mr. Park leaves the children, James A. Park, Mrs. L. R. Albin, G. L. Park, Jr., and Mrs. R. E. Butcher, all of whom reside near the parental home; 16 grandchildren and one great grandchild. A large crowd was present to give last tribute to the man who had meant so much as a generous neighbor, sympathizing friend and genial companion. Funeral services were conducted at the M. E. church, South, in Norris, by Rev. Homer DeLozier, pastor of the Baptist church at Chilhowee. The pallbearers were his nephews, Charles Thurston, Willis Pettigrew, and grandsons, Harry Park, Lyle Albin, Homer Duncan, and Russell Granger. The following granddaughters served as flower girls: Mrs. Russel Granger, Wilma Ruth Albin, Floy Virginia Park, Leona Mae Butcher, Mary Ann Albin, Beulah Jane Park and Dorothy Belle Butcher. Interment was in the Carpenter cemetery.

PARK, Harold L.
1928-1991
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Harold L. Park, 63, formerly of Overland Park, Kansas, died at his home in Houston, Texas, on August 15, 1991. He was born in Kansas City, Kansas, on January 14, 1928, and grew to young manhood in the Montrose area. He attended college at the University of Missouri in Columbia and Kansas City. He was an Army veteran of World War II, having spent a year in occupied Japan. He was a member of the American legion in Overland Park and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8820 in Montrose. He was a CPA in Overland Park, Kansas, for many years. In 1977 he moved to Houston, Texas. At the time of his death he was employed with Pewter Importing Distributors. On April 23, 1949, he was married to Lea Reasons. To this union three children were born, one son Derek Park of Wichita, Ks., and two daughters, Doreen Park of Overland Park, Ks., and Captain Deidre Austin, stationed near London, England. Survivors also include his parents Richard and Ruby Romdall of Montrose; one brother Russell Romdall of Independence; three sisters, Betty Cooper of El Dorado Springs, Linda James of Appleton City, and Mary Jane Locke of Deepwater; four grandchildren, many other relatives and a host of friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral services were at Eckhoff-Hill Funeral Home in Appleton City, Sunday, August 18, 1991. Burial was in Montrose Cemetery.

PARK, Hattie R. SMALLWOOD
1903-1999
Brooking Cemetery, Raytown, Jackson Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Feb 10 2000 - Hattie R. Park, daughter of Robert Charles and Sarah (Scott) Smallwood, was born October 8, 1903, in Kansas and died at the Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Clinton on December 30, 1999, at the age of 96 years. Hattie was a homemaker and was a member of the Clinton Seventh Day Adventist Church. She is survived by her husband Paul W. Park of the home; three stepdaughters, Irma Sonderberg of Sulfur Springs, Texas, Shirley Bomberger of Acorn, Pennsylvania, and Linda Gober of Poolville, Texas; one nephew Junior Jackson of Lowry City; four nieces, Wilda Holsterman of Stockton, Esther Herman of Raytown, Margaret Williams of Clinton and Ruth Braml of Turtle Lake, Wisconsin, as well as a number of great-nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Monday, January 3. Burial was in the Brooking Cemetery, Raytown.

PARK, Lois C. CORSON
1913-1993
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat - Mrs. Lois C. Parks, 79, Richmond, formerly of Windsor, died at 5:45 a.m., Saturday, March 13, 1993 at the home. Mrs. Park was born October 28, 1913 in Warrensburg, to Louis and Leota (Sprague) Corson. She married Harry J. Park of Blairstown on December 22, 1934. He survives, of the home. Survivors include one son, Dean A. Park of St. Louis; one brother, Rex Corson of Windsor; two grandchildren, Keri Park and Stacy Park. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother who died in infancy. Mrs. Park attended Stephens College in Columbia and graduated from CMSU at Warrensburg where she was a member of the Pi Kappa Sigma sorority. She had been a secretary for the Warrensburg Superintendent of Schools and had also been an executive secretary at Seacy and Florsheim Food Brokerage Company in Kansas City for 12 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Richmond. She had lived in Windsor and Kansas City for 12 years before moving to Richmond in 1947. Funeral services were Tuesday, March 16, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond, with graveside service at Carpenter Cemetery in Chilhowee.

PARK, Mary J.
1841-1904
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Mar 26 1904 - Never have the people of Brownington been so shocked as by the accident that befell Mrs. A. Q. Park last Saturday. Mrs. Parks was the wife of Abner Q. Park, a highly respected and prosperous farmer living about four miles southeast of town and near Park Grove for many years. Mrs. Park was well known to the people of this town, having delivered butter for many years. Last Saturday, she had delivered her butter as usual and was just returning home, driving her horse, Brown, to a cart. The local freight had just come into town and sidetracked for the 1:17 passenger train. As Mrs. Park neared the train, the horse seemed restless. Mrs. Park spoke to the horse and continued on her way, still watching the freight. As she neared the railroad crossing just south of the depot, the 1:17 passenger train came around the curve. Mrs. Park evidently had not heart it whistle, as she still looked north watching the freight. She was just squarely on the railroad crossing when the passenger train struck her, throwing her about 65 feet, killing her instantly, crushing the back of her head and otherwise injuring her; the horse had its back broken and had to be shot; the cart was completely demolished, its wheels being carried as far as the depot, on the cow catcher. The body of the hapless victim was removed to the home of Mrs. Rogers and word was sent to the aged husband, who by this blow is left entirely alone, having lost their son James about six months ago and from the shock of his death they had never recovered. Mrs. James Park arrived Sunday in time to attend the funeral at the Christian Church.

PARK, Naomi Ann BROWN GARDNER
1902-1952
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor Review, Windsor MO, May 22 1952 - Naomi Ann, daughter of Thomas J. and Dora L. Brown was born February, 1902 at Calhoun, and passed away at the Community Hospital in Windsor, May 22, 1952. December 15, 1918, she was married to Ralph Wayne Gardner of Windsor, and to them one daughter Dorothy, now Mrs. Chester Ellis, was born. In 1922, her husband passed away, and in 1924 she was married to Evert Park of Windsor. To them one daughter Faye, now Mrs. Denton Hughes, was born. When a young girl she became a member of the Christian Church at Calhoun, where her membership remained. She is survived by her husband, Evert Park, her daughters, Mrs. Chester Ellis and Mrs. Denton Hughes; her sons-in-law, Chester Ellis and Denton Hughes; two granddaughters, Judith Ellis and Linda Hughes; her mother, Mrs. Dora Brown; three sisters, four brothers, eleven nieces and nephews, and a host of friends who mourn her passing. Her father preceded her in death, June 17, 1948. Funeral services were held at the Huston-Turner Funeral Home, Sunday, May 25. Interment was in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

PARK, Needra A. HOLLAND
1922-2014
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Needra A. Park, 91, of Windsor, Missouri, died early Saturday morning, March 22, 2014, at Windsor Healthcare & Rehabilitation, Windsor. She was born October 16, 1922, in Camden County, Mo., near Climax Springs, the daughter of David Ross Holland and Mary Almeda (Appleton) Holland. On September 28, 1940, near Macks Creek, Mo., in the living room of the home of Rev. Willard Green, who performed their wedding, she married Arnold Wayne Park and he survives of the home in Windsor. Together, Arnold and Needra operated a farm in rural Windsor for many years. Needra also worked at the Windsor International Shoe Factory for 32 years and at the Windsor Livestock sale barn for 10 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church. In addition to her husband of 73 years, Arnold, survivors include 2 daughters, Lois Ann Gardner and her husband Bill, Windsor, Mo.; and Norma Lee Morris and her husband Bob, Gulf Port, Florida; 3 granddaughters, Theresa Laughlin; Colleen Donabauer; Cynthia Meerian; 5 great-grandsons; 2 great-granddaughters; 3 great-great-grandsons; 5 great-great-granddaughters; a sister, Freida Lee Dobson, Wellsville, Kansas; 2 nieces; 2 great-nieces; and 2 great-nephews. Funeral services will be Tuesday, March 25, 2014, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery.

PARK, Nellie Agnes SCHMIDT
1907-2005
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 24 2005 - Nellie Agnes Schmidt Park, 98, Clinton, died early Saturday morning, May 14, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. She was born March 20, 1907, south of Clinton, in the New Harmony community where she attended New Harmony School. She was the daughter of Carl (Charlie) and Annie Quigg Schmidt. Nellie married Harley Park on June 2, 1926, in Parsons, Kansas. Nellie's life centered around her family, neighbors, friends and church. Her home was always welcoming to all who knew her. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother who is remembered fondly for teaching her grandchildren to sew, quilt, cook and other valuable lessons. Always a saver, she had hundreds of spools for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren to play with and the button box was great fun, also. Other special memories are of her homemade noodles and rolls which are very missed now at family dinners. Also homemade angel food cakes were enjoyed at every birthday party, including the great-grandchildren's, beaten by hand, by loving hands. Easter egg hunts were anxiously looked forward to on her farm. But what meant the most was the example of living she showed us by her positive attitude. She made the best of her life in all circumstances. She is survived by her two sons and their wives, William Louis Park and Jeanne, San Diego, California, and Carl Edward Park and Ann, Clinton; five grandchildren, Connie Haldiman, Steamboat Springs, Colorado, Carole Haldiman, Stevensville, Montana, Holly Patrice Thornton and Paige Elizabeth Miller, Clinton, and Christopher Allen Park, Los Angeles, California; three great-grandchildren, Anthony Dove Harnell, New York City, Michelle Anne Miller and Matthew Joseph Thornton, both of Clinton; six nieces, Helen Gieselman, Independence, Janet Miller, Trinidad, Colorado, Mary Miller, Arlington, Virginia, Shirley Gamble, Independence, and Carolyn Frogge, Pampa, Texas; one nephew Paul Woirhaye, Clinton; also numerous other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; two half-sister, Edith Smith and Opal Gull; two sisters, Minnie Woirhaye and Ethel Lee Miller; one brother Calvin Schmidt; two nephews, Charles Woirhaye and Delbert Lee Graham. Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 18, at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARK, Paul Wilson
1912-2004
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 13 2004 - Paul Wilson Park, son of Milo and Estella (Barber) Park, was born December 24, 1912, in Henry County and died on November 22, 2004, at his home near Deepwater, at the age of 91 years. Paul was a lifelong resident of Henry County. He was a farmer and had lived on the same farm near Deepwater for 90 years. He was a member of the Park Grove Christian Church. He is survived by three daughters, Irma Sonderberg of Winnsboro, Texas, Shirley Bomberger of Akron, Pennsylvania, and Linda Gober of Poolville, Texas; one sister Eva Winters of Iconium, as well as 13 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Saturday, November 27. Burial was in Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

PARK, Rowena Louise WEANT
1932-1994
Park Grove Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Rowena Louise Weant Park was born on January 11, 1932, at Monegaw Springs to Willis and Marie McKinnley Weant. She passed away May 6, 1994. She grew up and attended school in the Roscoe area and lived her entire life in the area. On April 30, 1954. she was united in marriage to Earl David Park and to this union many children were born. She was a very dedicated and loving mother and wife. After starting their family of eleven children. she went outside the home and provided dedicated service to Rival Manufacturing Company for twenty years. Rowena was a simple woman with a very good mind. She loved to read, loved to spend time with her grandchildren and was involved with the lives of all her family. She was her family's Indian Princess. They called her "Ma" with great affection. Rowena was an avid outdoor person; long walks and family gatherings were always important to her. She is survived by her mother, Marie Weant of Lowry City; six sons, Doug Weant and wife Tammy, Gail and Gina, all of Osceola, Roger Park, Preston Park, Ron Park and wife Elsie, all of Roscoe, and Carson and wife Wajeana of Clinton; five daughters, Paula Brown and husband Johnny of Clinton, Dana Smith and husband Boyce of Billings, Mt., Connie Gibbens and husband Roni of Adrian, Gina Park and Lana Sheldon and husband Sean, all of Lenexa, Ks.; two sisters, Kathlyn Dyer of Milwaukee, Wis., and Dewey Hartley of Independence; fifteen grandchildren, Rena, Lane, Bronson, Mike, Ronnie, Amy, Melissa, Justin, Michael, Kyle, Angela, Austin, Danielle, Brittany and Landon: other relatives, close neighbors, and many Rival friends which were all special to her. Rowena was proceeded in death by her husband, Earl David Park; her father. Willis "Rusty" Weant; and two brothers, Harold Weant and Norman Weant, whom she held very fond memories of. Services were held Tuesday, May 10, 1994, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial was in the Park Family Cemetery.

PARK, Samuel
1872-1936
Clinton MO - Samuel Park died at his home three miles west of Warsaw on Highway 18 last Sunday about 6 p.m. after a lingering illness of several months. Deceased, born near Mt. Zion, Henry County, August 22, 1872, was married to Ettie Meacham, November 4, 1894. To their union were born six children. Those living are Mrs. Ruth Holland and Mrs. Lucy Shelton of Wapato, Washington; Mrs. Katie Graham of Appleton City; and Harley Park of Deepwater. He is also survived by four brothers, Geo. and Milo of Mt. Zion, Overton of Ponca City, Okla., and Noah of Tulsa, Okla., and one sister, Mrs. Carrie Edwards of Mt. Zion; also three half brothers, John Holland and Chally Park of Lowry city and David Park of Ohio P.O. and five half sisters, Mesdames Mollie Foster, Mattie Park, Cimantha Bunch and Hannah Terral of Lowry City vicinity and Mrs. Mary Stewart of Deepwater, and seven grandchildren. At an early age, he confessed his faith in Christ and united with the Park Grove Christian church in St. Clair county, Until just a few years ago, he was in business in Deepwater until he moved to Benton county where he died March 8 at the age of 63 years, 6 months and 16 days. When a wee lad people would often give Mr. Park pennies for candy but he always bought nails to build something. So at a very early age he chose to be a carpenter and was always happiest when following this vocation. Many fine homes stand today in Henry and Benton Counties and in the states of Washington and Oregon, showing his skill as a mason, carpenter and interior decorator. for his brother, Noah, he was completing his third modern home, at his death. Many homes in Clinton and Grandview of this state have antiques repaired by this good man. Most of Mr. Park's life was spent in Henry County but several years were spent in Oregon and Washington. In these states his children were born and spent their early childhood. He gave to them a rich heritage of honesty, broadmindedness and faith in the Lord. He ever taught life's finest lesson, to love one's neighbor as himself. His funeral services were conducted at the Park Grove Christian church March 9. Following the rites at the church, his body was laid among his relatives and friends of many years in the Park cemetery. A special feature of the service was that his funeral sermon was preached from a pulpit that he made with his own hands years ago and gave to the church, and the seats of the church were marked off by him. He also drew the plan of the building and built the furniture in it, and the altar at the Deepwater Presbyterian church was also made by him. The family has many friends who share with them in their grief.

PARK, Theda Geneva "Neva"
1918-1935
Harmony Cemetery, Monegaw Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Miss Neva Park, popular and beloved member of the senior class of the Deepwater high school, died Monday morning in a Kansas City hospital, following an appendicitis operation. Her fatal illness was mercifully brief, beginning the preceding Thursday when she became suddenly ill. Neva, only child of Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Park, near Ohio Post Office, was about 17 years of age and had spent most of her life in the neighborhood east of Appleton City. Her high school days were spent at Deepwater where she was active in all school affairs. Talented in dramatic representation, she took part in many of the school theatricals, her acting always receiving pleased comments. This year she was leader of the pep squad and her enthusiasm led the squad to do its best cheering in athletic events which Deepwater entered. She was clever and intelligent in her studies, quick to grasp a new subject and eager to learn more. Every student and teacher in the School counted himself as one of her friends, for she was quiet modest and unassuming, possessed of a natural charm and beauty, and had the quality of making lasting friendships. Surviving her are her parents, to whom she was devoted and who gave her a beautiful tenderness and care. There is also a maternal grandmother, Mrs. Murphy, and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Park of Ohio Post Office community, surviving. High school at Deepwater dismissed at 11 a. m. Wednesday to attend the funeral which was conducted at Ohio Post Office Christian Church. Burial was in New Harmony Baptist cemetery. (Daughter of Bryan & Opal MURPHY PARK)

PARKER, Cindy K.
1962-2001
Clinton Daily Democrat, Oct 5 2001 - Cindy K. Parker, 39, Blairstown, died at her home on Thursday, October 4, 2001. Services are pending at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor.

PARKER, Clyde Kenneth
1917-1994
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Clyde Kenneth Parker, 76, of Hendersonville, N.C., died Friday, February 4, 1994 in a hospital there. He was buried in the Salada Cemetery there on February 7. He is survived by his wife, Virginia; daughter Carol Williams, husband and two children; two sisters, Mildred Cleek and family of Colorado and Lorena Powers, husband and family of Clinton. He was born and raised in Henry County but spent his adult life in the United States Army, Chicago, Illinois, Michigan and North Carolina. His employment for many years was with Reliance Rubber Company of Wakefield, Minnesota and Hendersonville, North Carolina.

PARKER, Elliott Major "Ike"
1912-1995
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Elliott M. Parker was born November 11, 1912, in Montrose, the son of Frank and Ollie Rogers Parker. Ike, as he was known to his friends and family, died on Thursday, June 1, 1995, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital at the age of 82. At the onset of World War II Ike enlisted in the United States Navy serving for six years achieving the rank of chief motor machinist's mate. Ike served aboard the USS Ranier during the Philippine Liberation. On the 21st day of January 1947 in San Francisco, California, Ike was honorably discharged from the Navy and returned to Missouri. On August 1, 1948, in Monett, Ike married Wilma Dehn and they began their life together. He worked as a self-employed carpenter and was well-known for his excellent craftsmanship. Ike and Wilma were blessed with two children, Woody and Glenda. Besides his family, friends and his church, Ike had a love for art. He will always be remembered for his beautiful watercolors that hang in many of the homes and businesses in this area. Ike was a promoter of art organizing and participating in many art shows and exhibits. He was a member of the Missouri Council for the Arts, and the Clinton Art Association. But not only was Ike active in art but also in his church and community. He was a former elder of the Christian Church, former Henry County Museum Board member and a former Clinton city councilman. Ike is survived by his wife of nearly 47 years, Wilma of the home; his son, Woodrow A., and daughter, Glenda, and husband Russ Hann; his four grandchildren that he loved dearly, Jake and Lucas Hann and Hannah and Allison Parker, all of Clinton; two brothers, Woodrow Parker, also of Clinton, and Howard Parker of Monett. Funeral services were Monday, June 5, at the Christian Church, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

PARKER, Ellis Benton
1853-1935
Ellis B. Parker, 83, died at 10:30 p.m. yesterday at the home of his son, Clyde C. Parker, 612 North Bryan avenue. Funeral arrangements are incomplete pending arrival of relatives. His body is at the Ward Funeral home. He is survived besides his son, by his wife of the same address; other sons, Ernest Parker of Shawnee, and Ervin Parker of Wichita; daughters, Maud Parker of Libanan, Kan, and Mrs. Stella Brooks of Okmulgee; and a sister, Mrs. Etta Hatton of Creighton, Mo. (NOTE: Ellis Benton Parker was born Feb 6 1853 in Hendricks County, Indiana and died Aug 20 1935 in Okmulgee, OK. Ellis and his wife, Louisa Jane Holloway were married in 1877 in Henry Co. This family floated between Cass and Henry Co., living around Creighton. Their daughter Letha May Parker Alexander was b. in Henry Co., in 1893. Ellis' parents were Samuel Parker and Mary Adams, both buried in Page Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co., MO.)

PARKER, Floy Grace WILSON
1899-1952
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Floy Grace Parker, daughter of Lewis R. and Julia A. Carver Wilson, was born February 11, 1899, near Hartwell, Mo. and died January 17, 1952 at her home in Kansas City, Mo. Funeral services for Mrs. Lenzie Parker were held Sunday January 20 at the Vansant Funeral Chapel. She was an eighth grade graduate of Marvin School in the community where she was reared, then attended Clinton High school and studied two years at Southwest Baptist College, Bolivar, Mo. She was a bright and interesting girl, and her fine personality made her a general favorite with friends and in the family of eight children of which she was the youngest. She was united in marriage to Lenzie O. Parker Sept. 27, 1926, and to this union two children were born, Mrs. Virginia Ruth Bowes and William R. Parker. A member of the Tabernacle Baptist Church in Kansas City, Mo. Mrs. Parker was always present for services and active in this work so long as her health permitted. Hers was a fine, consecrated Christian spirit and that enabled her to come through five or more years of intense suffering without complaint and with a cheerfulness that was an inspiration to others. Surviving are the husband and two children, above mentioned, and brothers and sisters as follows: J. O. Wilson, Hartwell, Mo, N. E. Wilson, Chilhowee, Mo., G. A. Wilson, Mrs. John (Dela) Stevens, and Miss Luella Wilson, Clinton, Mo.; many nieces, nephews, and friends. A large crowd filled the Vansant chapel for last rites, indicating the high esteem in which she was held.

PARKER, Ina Lloy SNODGRASS
1904-1991
Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Bates Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ina Lloy Parker was born September 12, 1904, in Bates County, the daughter of William Robert Snodgrass and Etheldia Jane Radford. She died Saturday, August 31, 1991, at Willow Lane Nursing Center in Butler at the age of 86. Ina, a lifelong resident of Bates County, was born and raised in this farming community. She was one of a family of five, having a twin sister, a brother, and two other sisters. On August 4, 1928, she married Marvin Alfred Parker and to this union five children were born. Her career was that of a farmer's wife and full-time mother. She belonged to the Methodist Church in Spruce and later attended the Ohio Street United Methodist Church in Butler. She and Marvin raised five children of whom she was very proud and paid careful attention to the rhyming of their names - Jewell Faye, Ina Mae, Allen Ray, Alvin Jay and Marvin Daye. This family tradition has continued through most of their grandchildren. She not only raised five children, but welcomed many farm hands as part of their family, too - including the cooking and laundry. As a mother, she worried about her children and grandchildren and prayed constantly for their health and safety. She was a good mother, but more - she was "mother" to her own mother and mother in-law, taking care of them in the home. Of comfort to all, she was always wearing a pleasant smile and could light up any room. More importantly, she was a Christian woman and enjoyed attending church, singing, and being active in her church circle when she was able. Whether it's Ina, Mother, Mom, Grandma or Friend, she will be remembered and dearly missed by many. She is survived by her husband, Marvin, of the home; three sons of Butler, Allen and wife, Donna, Dr. A. Jay and wife, Judy, and Marvin Daye, and wife Terri; two daughters Jewell Faye White of Urich, and Ina Mae Thomas, and husband Ray, of Butler; a twin sister, Nina Russell of Butler; 16 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; many nephews and nieces, and a host of friends. She was preceded in death by one brother, Marvin Snodgrass and two sisters, Ruby Herman and Leona Herman. Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 3, 1991, at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler. Burial was at Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler.

PARKER, John A.
1935-1994
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - John A. Parker, 409 Webster Street, Chillicothe, died early Tuesday morning, February 1, 1994. Mr. Parker was a teacher and basketball coach at Calhoun High School from 1962-1966. Services are scheduled for Thursday at the First Baptist Church in Knob Noster. - Holdren Funeral Home, 210 W. McPherson, Knob Noster, MO

PARKER, Johnny Lavern "John"
1951-2005
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Johnny Laverne Parker, of Harrisonville, Missouri, was born May 6, 1951 in Mountain Grove, Missouri, the son of Donald Laverne and Bonnie Jean (Aldrige) Parker. He departed this life Saturday, September 3, 2005, Cass Medical Center, Harrisonville at the age of 54 years, 3 months and 27 days. On July 25, 1970, Johnny was united in marriage to Mary Elesbeth Groves in Kansas City, MO. Johnny was employed as a Mechanic for A-1 Alignment, Kansas City, Missouri for 13 years. He loved antique cars and was an outdoor person who loved to hunt and fish. Johnny had lived in Kansas City, Missouri before moving to Harrisonville on February 14, 1983. He was preceded in death by his father. He is survived by his wife, Mary E. Parker of the home; a son, Kris D. Parker, Garden City, Missouri; a daughter, Sheree L. Parker, Harrisonville, Missouri; a granddaughter, Alexus; his mother, Bonnie Johnson, Mountain Grove, Missouri; two brothers, Danny Parker, Modesto, California, Ronnie Parker, Kansas City, Missouri; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 7, 2005 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville with burial in the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington, Missouri.

PARKER, Jonathan Turner
1850-1928
Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Jonathan Turner Parker was born in Schuyler County, Illinois, March 27, 1850, and died at the home of his daughter, near Mayesburg, Mo., September 5 1928, age 78 years 5 months and 9 days. He came to Hickory County, Missouri, in 1878 and was united in marriage to Matilda Caroline Pennington September 7, 1879. To this union were born five children, all of whom, with his wife, survive him. The children are: William Parker, Mrs. Charles Doll, and Mrs. Maude Cathey, of the Urich vicinity. Albert Parker, of Albion, Nebraska, and Perry Parker, of ---ville, California. He came to Henry County in 1908, lived one mile north of Urich, and then moved south of the river and has ever since lived in the Lucas and Mayesburg vicinity. He united with the Christian Church at the age of 19 years, holding membership with the Cove Creek Christian Church at the time of his death. His faith in his Savior never wavered but grew stronger in his declining years. His greatest joy was having his children and his grandchildren around him in his home. He leaves to mourn him his faithful wife, five children, twenty-three grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. It is hard to give him up and our loss is His gain. May God's will be done. Funeral services were held at the Cove Creek Christian church Friday afternoon and burial was made at Mullin cemetery.

PARKER, Juanita Lindsay GROFF MILLER
1915-2006
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 13 2006 - Juanita Lindsay Miller Parker was born August 21, 1915, in Henry County, the daughter of George Edward and Lelia Vatelle (Logan) Groff. She died at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, on October 30, 2006, at the age of 91 years. Juanita was a manager and trainer for Montgomery Ward for many years. She was married to Lee Miller on December 12, 1945, and he preceded her in death on June 3, 1976. She was later married to Woodrow Parker on November 27, 1982, and he preceded her in death on March 18, 2000. Juanita also was preceded in death by her parents, George and Lelia Groff; four brothers, Clay, Jack, Hugh and John Groff; a sister, Mildred Smith, and another infant sister. Juanita is survived by a stepson, David Parker of Forsyth; two stepdaughters, Sharon Harken, Keukuk, Iowa, and Kathy Parker, Ames, Iowa; one sister Mary Virginia Pressgrove, Clinton; many nieces and nephews; many great-nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Wednesday, November 1. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, under the direction of Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton.

PARKER, June Mayvorite STILLMAN
1911-2010
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 8 2011 - June M. Parker, daughter of John and Delcie Ann (Booth) Stillman was born March 24, 1911, in Clinton. She died on Thursday, December 16, 2010, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Clinton, at the age of 99 years. June was married to O. V. "Bill" Parker, who preceded her in death. She was a member of the Clinton Christian Church, where she was active in the choir, the C.W.F. and was a Sunday School teacher. She was a Past Noble Grand of the Roberta Rebekah Lodge, Clinton. June was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bill Parker; one son, Roger Clark Parker, and four siblings. She is survived by her sons, O.V. "Bud" Parker and wife Dorothy, Windsor, and John Parker and wife Sandra, Clinton' five grandchildren, April Mann and husband Tony, Gretchen Miekley and husband Dwayne, and Sarah Royal and husband Jason, all of Springfield, Mike Parker and wife Missy, Spokane, Washington, and Danny Parker and wife Joan, Richland, Washington; six great-grandchildren, Madison and Weston Miekley, Bret and Eva Mae Royal, Ashten Parker and Jennifer Parker; a sister-in-law, Wilma Parker, and a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, December 18. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery.

PARKER, Mary ADAMS
1832-1918
Page Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, Aug 29 1918 - By our absence last week we failed to note the death of Grandma Parker which occurred at the home of her son, Grant, Saturday, August 17. She leaves two sons, Ellis and Grant, one daughter, Mrs. Harve Hatton, and a foster son, Bert. She was 86 years of age and had lived in Henry county since 1872. Funeral services were held at the home Sunday, Aug. 18, and burial was made in the Morrow cemetery.

PARKER, Milton Ray
1915-1940
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton, MO, June 1940 - Accidental Shot Fatal To Ray Parker - Blairstown Young Man Killed Near Home Tuesday Morning after Hunting Crows with Shot Gun - W. C. Merrill Finds Body - No Inquest Held - Ray Parker, two miles west of Blairstown, was accidentally killed Tuesday morning when returning to his home after hunting crows. He was found about 1:00 p.m. lying on his back, his arms outstretched near a stump from which he had apparently fallen as he attempted to climb the woven wire fence near the farm of a neighbor, W. C. Merrill. The gun was on the opposite side of the fence, the barrel pointing toward the body with the left chamber discharged. The shot had entered Parker's left side near the heart. Death was instantaneous, according to Dr. S. B. Hughes, coroner, who viewed the body, deeming no inquest necessary. Scratches on the gun and rust knocked from the wire fence gave evidence the gun had fallen from Parker's hands. According to the coroner, the young man had been dead several hours when found by Mr. Merrill, who had gone in search of him. Mrs. Merrill had gone to the Parker home about 11:00 a.m. to get Ray to help Mr. Merrill with the brooder house, to be told he had gone crow hunting. Mrs. Parker said she would send her son to the Merrill's as soon as he returned. When he did not come back Mrs. Parker became alarmed and Mr. Merrill went in search of his neighbor, soon finding the dead body. He summoned help and notified County Coroner, Dr. S. B. Hughes, and Sheriff Dalton Davis, who went at once to the scene accompanied by Sheriff Davis' assistant, Harry Gumm; prosecuting attorney, Chas Hassett and circuit clerk, John Wall. Ray Parker and Mr. Merrill were the closest of friends, as Ray had proven such a good neighbor since moving to an adjoining farm. Both were interested in all plant and animal life, so they shared work and ideas, often discussing methods of value to each. Ray had ever been interested in raising livestock and had a fine bunch of young Whiteface calves at the time of his accidental death. His farm was in order and the planting ahead of many of his neighbors. Milton Ray Parker was born near Alberta, six miles east of Clinton, March 31, 1915. From the Alberta neighborhood the Parker family changed residence to west of Calhoun and from there in February, 1939, moved to the Blairstown community, going this spring to the farm, 1 1/2 miles west of Blairstown, where deceased and his mother, Mrs. Annie S. Parker, made their home, and where the young man had planted all his kaffir and all but ten acres of his corn for this year; had sowed a field of oats, also tended his fall crops. He had been hunting crows as they had been preying on their chickens. The past five or six years he and his mother had been close companions, he shouldering the family cares. He is survived by his mother of the home; his father, A. L. Parker, of near Ft. Lyon, Mo., three sisters, Mrs. Tony Cleek, near Blairstown, Mrs. Charles Powers, Shawnee Mound, and Mrs. Neal Hartle, North Fourth Street, Clinton; also two brothers, Melvin Parker, Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Clyde Parker, Pierce, Idaho. The time of the funeral awaits word from the brothers, but it is planned to hold the services at the Clinton Christian Church, Rev. Pal Stauffer to officiate. Burial in Englewood under direction of Wilkinson Funeral service.

PARKER, Monica Lynn MYERS
1965-2014
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Monica Lynn (Myers) Parker, age 49 years, passed away Thursday, November 20, 2014 at her home in Warrensburg, Missouri. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 22, 2014 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, Missouri. Interment will follow in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, Missouri. Monica was born April 12, 1965 in Clinton, Missouri the daughter of Donald and Opal (Malcom) Myers. Monica was employed by the Johnson County Assessor's Office for over 10 years. She enjoyed the outdoors and boating. She especially loved her family and grandkids. She was preceded in death by her grandparents and parents. Among survivors are her three children; Tanner Parker of the home, Ashley Rowcliff (Jimmy) of Warrensburg, Missouri, and Brittani Madrid (Andrew) of the home, two sisters, Darice Moreland of Clinton, Missouri and Kathy Browning (Rick) of Spring Hill, Missouri, and 6 grandchildren; Qwentin, Brooklynn, Kylie, Jordyn, Nichole, and Joseph.

PARKER, Nancy Victoria McKINNEY
1883-1954
Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, May 13 1954 - Nancy V. McKinney daughter of Samuel D. and Frances (Geouge) McKinney, was born in Yancy county North Carolina, August 7, 1883, and departed this life at her home in Creighton, Mo., May 5, 1954, at the age of 70 years, 8 months and 27 days. About the year of 1899 she moved with her parents to near Weaubleau in Hickory county, Mo., where she grew to young womanhood. She united with the Union Hill Christian church, near Weaubleau, in January 1902. On August 22, 1926, she united with the Hickory Grove Baptist church near Urich, and then on November 13, 1947, she became a charter member of the First Baptist church of Creighton. She was married to W. M. Parker on December 21, 1902, at the home of her parents near Weableau. To this union were born seven children, two sons and five daughters. Mrs. Parker is survived by her husband, W. M. Parker, and children, Mrs. Mae Estep of Creighton, Lenzie O. Parker of Wichita, Kansas, Mrs. Frank (Nellie) Burkart of Springfield, Mo., Mrs. Harley (Neva) Kenagy of Garden City, Mrs. Russell (Eva) Cumpton of Adrian, Mrs. Gilbert Pullin Jr. of Urich, and William Herbert Parker of Wichita, Kansas; 24 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren; two brothers, John McKinney of Palm Beach, California; one sister, Mrs. J. G. Cordell of Clinton; a number of nephews and nieces and other relatives, and a host of friends who mourn her departure. She was preceded in death by two brothers, William and Henry McKinney. Mrs. Parker was a faithful and true wife and mother, and her greatest joy was her home, and when she could have her children and grandchildren in the home, her joy was complete. She is not dead, but sleeping. The funeral was held at the First Baptist church in Creighton, Saturday afternoon, May 8. burial was made in the Mullen cemetery in Bates county, west of Urich.

PARKER, Ray Harden
1898-1940
Teays Chapel Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton, MO, November 1940 - Ray Parker, son of former City Police Judge, Frank C. Parker, of Clinton, came to a sad death about 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 26, by a self inflicted rifle shot in his left temple. He had not been well, and earlier that morning had been to the office of Dr. S. B. Hughes for medicine then returned to the home of his father where he and his bride of a few months were making their home until their own distinctive stone house on South Water Street was completed. About 11:00 a.m., Mr. Parker told his wife that he was going to his blacksmith shop on Center Street and when at 12:30 he had not returned his brother, Elliott Parker, went to the shop to tell him to come to dinner. He arrived to find the front door locked but looking through a window he saw the body of his brother lying near the back of the shop. He hurried to get the sheriff, who summoned the coroner, and on their return found the back door unlocked and entered there. Ray Harden Parker, eldest son of the 11 children of Judge Frank Parker and his wife, the late Ollie Ann Rogers Parker, whose death occurred September 5, 1938, was born July 23 1898, near Teays Chapel and was a graduate of Antioch School. The family moved to Clinton in 1921 where he had since made his home and had established himself in business, being an expert in iron work and a skilled mechanic in all types of blacksmithing. The handsome iron work at the courthouse is a sample of his craftsmanship and he also did much work on the new cemetery fence, still under construction. His abilities also extended to architectural and cement lines, and so exact and complete was his knowledge of them that he designed and had done practically all the work on the two story rock house on South Water Street that was to have been his home and while not quite complete, in construction it is one of the most distinctive residences in Clinton. Miss Bernice Vansant, daughter of Frank Vansant, and the late Susan Miller Vansant, well known South Henry County residents, had become his bride September 2, 1940. Mr. Parker was a former member of the Masonic and Elks lodges, a man who held the respect of his fellow citizens and the full love and sympathy of his family and friends. A quiet man, whose tastes were simple and his ambitions worthy, he leaves to mourn his death his stricken widow and father, one sister, Mrs. Goldie Parks, of Appleton City and six brothers, Elliot of the home; Hal R. and O. V. of Clinton; Clay E. Parker of Noel, Howard F. Parker of Cassville, and Woodrow Parker of Pasadena, Calif. Funeral services will be held at Teays Chapel Friday afternoon (subject to change).

PARKER, Vina TURNER
abt 1861-1935
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton, MO, October 1935 - Mrs. W. H. Parker Dead - The spirit of Mrs. W. H. Parker, 11 East Elm street, left its earthly abode at 7:40 Thursday morning, October 3, bringing to an end many years of failing heath which was climaxed with a brief but intense illness. Mrs. Parker had been a semi-invalid since 1906 when a beloved son, Elbert, was lost at sea. Her husband had given her tender care through all her years of illness with a companionship that was beautiful in its willingness and devotion. April 26 of this year Mr. Parker died suddenly, and with his passing her desire to live seemed to leave. She was bedfast only a few days before her death and became much worse about 5 p.m. the preceding Monday. A brother, John Turner, died in March of this year, taking the last of her family. She had been cared for since Mr. Parker's death by a niece, Mrs. Mamie Walrath, as rheumatism and heart trouble made it difficult for her to get about. Vina Turner was born 74 years ago near Leesville, and here grew to young womanhood. She and W. H. Parker were joined in marriage, March 30, 1880, and more than 55 years of devoted companionship was theirs. They lived on a farm the first years of their marriage, then came to Clinton about 40 years ago, where Mr. Parker ran a dairy wagon, was employed in the Messick barns, raised fine horses, worked at the ice plant, and in his sunset years cared for the Jersey cows which supplied milk for the butter they sold, also kept a carefully tended vegetable garden. Mrs. Parker was an excellent homemaker and a superb cook and delighted in keeping her home meticulously neat and clean and well managed, although she was not able to do all the work herself. She and her husband were very close to each other, and her sons afforded her great joy and pride. Surviving Mrs. Parker are her two sons, Walter of New Jersey, who came for the funeral, and Rolla of Los Angeles. Mrs. Parker's church membership was with the Christian Church and she lived a consistent Christian life, although health prevented her from attending church services. The funeral was conducted at the Christian Church Sunday afternoon. Burial was in Englewood.

PARKER, William Martin
1880-1963
Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Friday, Aug 23 1963 - Funeral services for W. M. Parker, 83, Creighton, former resident of the Urich area who died July 27 at Nevada, were held Monday afternoon, July 29, at the Creighton Baptist Church, Burial was in Mullin Cemetery, west of Urich. William Martin Parker was born July 23, 1880, in Hickory county, Missouri, near Wheatland, one of five children of Jonathan T. and Carolyn Parker. Two brothers, Albert and Perry, preceded him in death. On Dec. 21, 1902, he married Nancy V. McKinney to which union were born five daughters and two sons. For many years they lived near Urich, Mo., and in recent years resided in Creighton. Mrs. Parker preceded her husband in death on May 5, 1954. In young manhood Mr. Parker accepted Christ as his Saviour and after moving to Creighton, became a charger member of the First Baptist church. He was a faithful member as long as health permitted. Seldom was he absent from services. Mr. Parker was a devoted husband and father and always happy to have his children and grandchildren with him. He had been in failing health for a number of years and had been hospitalized two weeks before he succumbed. He leaves five daughters, Mrs. Mae Estep, Creighton, Mrs. Nellie Burkhart, Springfield, Mrs. Harlie (Neva) Kenagy, Garden City, Mrs. Russell (Eva) Cumpton, Adrian, Mrs. Gilbert (Frances) Pullen, Urich, two sons, Lenzie Parker and William Herbert Parker, Wichita, Kan.; 24 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Charles Doll, Garden City, Mrs. J. O. Cathey, Garden City; a number of nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends.

PARKER, Willis H.
1857-1935
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton, MO, May 1935 - The death angel came to the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Parker on East Elm street at 12:15 Friday morning, April 26, and parted companions of more than 55 years when W. H. Parker answered the last summons and entered eternity. He had not been well and had suffered with heart trouble for some weeks but it was not considered serious because Mrs. Parker had been in real poor health for some years. Thursday night she arose for medicine, when she heard him call that he was ill. She gave him medicine, but they had no telephone and it was some time before she could arouse neighbors as she was scarcely able to get out of the house. Death came before assistance arrived. W. H. Parker was born September 17, 1857, near Roseland. His parents died when he was quite young and he was raised by relatives. He was married to Vina Turner, March 30, 1880 and their union has been one of sweet companionship and true devotion to each other. They founded their home with little more than love, but with frugal living they prospered and became owners of several houses and a farm. During the time of financial stress the past few years, they have generously aided many of their friends who found the financial road too rough. They were given three sons, Elbert, Walter and Rolla. Elbert was lost at sea in 1906 and his body has never been recovered, and since then Mrs. Parker has been a semi-invalid. Her husband gave her every care since her health failed, assisted in the housework which she was unable to do alone, and watched her carefully and tenderly that she might regain some of her health. They always had something to do together, something to accomplish, and even the last few years when she was able to do but little work, he milked his Jersey cows and she made butter which they sold. The first 15 years of their marriage was on a farm, then they came to Clinton where they lived about 40 years. He ran a dairy wagon for awhile, and was employed in the Messick barns. He liked livestock, especially good horses, and owned a number of fine, highly bred horses. At one time he was also employed by the ice plant. The Parker garden was always remarkable for its variety and earliness, and this year his garden is one of the first, far ahead of the others, for it was the pride of his heart that he had fresh vegetables from his garden the earliest of anyone. He loved flowers and many fragrant and gaily colored blossoms brightened the front year and parking. Many years ago Mr. Parker joined the Christian Church and lived a consistently good Christian life thereafter. Mr. Parker is the last of his family. His wife survives with their two sons, Rolla of Los Angeles, and Walter of New York, who came for the funeral. Services were Monday at the home. Burial was in Englewood.

PARKER, Wilma Mae DEHN
1923-2014
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Wilma M. Parker, age 90 years, of Clinton, Missouri passed away Monday, October 6, 2014 at Golden Living Center-Westwood, Clinton, Missouri. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 10, 2014 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, Missouri. Interment will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, Missouri. Wilma was born November 12, 1923 south of Clinton to Walter and Eva Mansfield Dehn. She helped on the farm and attended Land School. As a teenager she lived with neighboring families caring for their children and homes. She later worked as a seamstress at the Grace Children’s Clothing Factory in Clinton. She married E.M. "Ike" Parker on August 1, 1948. Wilma and Ike had two children, Glenda and Woodrow "Woody." She later was an Avon Representative. Wilma loved being a mother and homemaker. She enjoyed camping, traveling, and playing canasta with her "girlfriends." She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, Elmer Dehn and Lester Dehn, her husband, Ike, and son, Woody. Survivors include her daughter, Glenda Hann and husband, Russell, and her greatest joys, her grandchildren, Jacob and Lucas Hann and Hannah and Allison Parker, and great-grandsons, Mason and Alex Hann. Also surviving is her sister-in-law, June Dehn, and many nieces and nephews and friends.

PARKER, Woodrow A. "Woody"
1953-2012
Woodrow "Woody" A. Parker, age 58, of Clinton, Missouri passed away, Thursday, April 19, 2012 as a result of a car accident. Memorial Services will be Tuesday, April 24, 2012, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Woody was born in Clinton, Missouri the son of Elliott Major "Ike" and Wilma Mae (Dehn) Parker. He worked for the Carpenter's Union. Woody was a member of the Elks Lodge, Carpenter's Union and a member of the Clinton Christian Church. Woody was an avid hunter. He enjoyed hunting deer, turkey and phesants. He is survived by two daughters, Hannah Parker and Allison Parker both of Kansas City, Missouri, one sister, Glenda Hann and husband Russ of Clinton, Missouri and mother Wilma Parker of Clinton.

PARKER, Woodrow W.
1912-2000
Clinton Daily Democrat, Apr 10 2000 - Woodrow W. Parker was born on November 6, 1912, at Montrose, the first of twins born to Frank and Ollie Rogers Parker. He and his brother Elliot M. Parker, were the seventh and eighth in a family of nine children. Elliot preceded him in death in 1995. Woodrow died March 18, 2000, at the Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation center in Clinton at the age of 87 years. Woodrow attended high school in Clinton and graduated in 1932. He was employed by the American Service Co. until the fall of 1936, then moved to California where he worked for a construction company, served his apprentice ship in the construction field and attended night school. While in California he met Harriet Nielsen of Dike, Iowa. They were married on September 20, 1911, at Fredsville Lutheran Church, Cedar Falls, Iowa. When World War II broke out, he worked at several Army bases in the Midwest, then joined the U.S. Navy as a chief carpenter's mate. He was assigned to a repair ship in the Western Fleet. He received an honorable discharge in January 7, 1946, and moved his young family to Dike, Iowa. There he established and managed his own construction business. During the next 30 years he built many homes and farm buildings throughout Grundy County and adjacent communities. His wife passed away in 1954, leaving him with three small children. He remained an active citizen and a member of the Fredsville Lutheran Church. He served on the Church Council as chairman of the Building Committee and on the Planning Committee for the Lutheran Home in Cedar Falls, Iowa. He was actively involved in local politics, served two terms as mayor of Dike, and six years on the Grundy County Board of Supervisors. He was a member of the American Legion Post and the Masonic Order. After retirement, Woodrow devoted more time to his favorite hobbies, painting and fishing. He was a member of the Waterloo Art Association and received several awards in area art shows for his work. In 1982, Woodrow married Juanita Groff Miller, his former classmate from Clinton High School. They made their home in Clinton since that time. He is survived by his wife Juanita of the home; his three children, Sharon Ann Harken and husband Dr. Russell Harken, Keokuk, Iowa, Kathleen Rae Parker of Ames, Iowa and David Elliot Parker of Harcourt, Iowa; one brother, Howard Parker of Monett; two grandchildren, Sue Ann Harken and Dean Russell Harken, and two step-grandchildren, Autumn Schmoker and Forrest Schmoker and one great-granddaughter Paige Caroline Harken. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Tuesday, March 21. On Thursday, March 23, funeral services were held at the Fredsville Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Burial was in the Fredsville Cemetery, Cedar Falls, Iowa.

PARKS, Alma WESTBROOK
1907-1992
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Alma Parks, daughter of Clarence and Mae Westbrook, was born March 4, 1907, in Henry County and passed away December 8, 1992, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 85. She had lived in Calhoun for the last 23 years. She was married to Hugh Franklin Parks who preceded her in death in 1985. She was a member of the Jehovah's Witnesses Congregation in Clinton. She is survived by two sons, Earl Parks, Huntsville, and Forrest L. Parks, Calhoun; one brother, Clarence Westbrook, Pullman, Washington; two sisters, Maude McNeely, Clovis, California, and Hattie Finley, Ojai, California, as well as eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; one son, Delford Parks; one grandson, Randy Parks; three sisters, and one brother. Graveside services were held Thursday, December 10, 1992, at the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Pall bearers were grandsons, Monte Dale Park, Russel Keith Parks, Wesley Parks, Joseph Parks, Christopher Parks and Jonathan Parks. Burial was held at the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Alvin Kent "Babe"
1938-2007
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 9 2007 - Alvin Kent "Babe" Parks, son of Elbert Lewis and Mildred Lavone (Fewell) Parks, was born November 8, 1938, in Brownington. He died at his home in rural Clinton on March 17, 2007, at the age of 68 years. Alvin worked for the Missouri Kansas and Texas (MKT) Railroad as a track inspector for over 30 years before retiring. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elbert and Mildred and a daughter Angie. Alvin is survived by his wife Paula of the home; four sons, Jason Parks, Clinton, Kent Parks, Keith Parks and Carl Parks, all of Sedalia; two daughters, Kathy Black of Sedalia and Tammy True of Nix; two stepsons, Travis Burchett and Tyler Hackelman, both of El Dorado Springs; one grandson Sam Parks, Clinton; one brother Elbert Gene Parks, Olean, and four sister, Charlotte Everett, Clinton, Louise Marshall, Malakoff, Texas, Hazel Blomert of Rockville and Marian Winkel of Greenwood. Funeral services were held at Parks Chapel Baptist Church on Thursday, March 22. Interment was in Parks Chapel Cemetery.

PARKS, Anna A.
1869-1886
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Nov 20 1886 - The sudden death of Miss Anna Parks, which occurred so unexpectedly last Sunday morning, sent a throb of sorrow throughout the city. With only her mother and Dr. Britts in attendance, without any premonitions, she passed suddenly into the spirit life. Her recovering had been hoped for, indeed had become an expected fact, and whether internal injuries, caused by inhalation of the flames, or blood poisoning, producing complete inflammation, were causes for her sudden death are not known. The funeral was at the Cumberland Presbyterian church, admist multitudes of sorrowing classmates, sympathizing friends and society companions. She was laid to final rest in Englewood. The Chautauqua Literary Circle, of which she was a member, attended in a body. The upper rooms of Franklin school were dismissed and large delegations of students from Baird College were present. The pulpit and altar were decorated with exquisite work of rare flowers, while numerous emblems were placed with loving hands upon the coffin. Anna A., youngest child of Judge James and Mrs. Mary Parks, was born in Clinton August 16th, 1869 and died Sunday, November 14, 1886. The youngest of five brothers and one sister, she was the beloved of the household and the first to be taken away. Judge Parks had lately completed a house in the suburbs of the city and moved into it but a short time before the terrible accident occurred, which caused her death. The rest of the children are married and settled in homes of their own and Anna was the life and joy of the new home, making her loss doubly sad.

PARKS, Anna May JAMES
1910-1996
Landaker Cemetery, Butler Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Anna May Parks was born September 13, 1910, in Lowry City, to Henry Ersten and Scelia Frances North James. She died March 25, 1996, at the Sac-Osage Hospital in Osceola. On July 30, 1933, Anna May was baptized at Sherman Camp. She attended the high Hill Baptist Church. In November 1943 Anna May was united in marriage to Ira Urban Parks. Their early married life was spent in Henry County in the Mt. Zion area. They moved to the Lowry City area in the mid-1950's where Ira engaged in farming and operated a sawmill. Anna May was preceded in death by her husband, Ira, on April 1, 1979; her parents; three brothers, Charlie James, Glen James and Mirl James; three sisters, Opal Weber, Lena Bright and Cleta Duffes. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Reva Brown of Windsor; two brothers, John James of Clinton and Earl James of Kansas City; one sister, Grace Gieseker of Denver, Colorado; two granddaughters, Gina Simmons of Jacksonville, Ark., and Deborah Sherrer of Windsor; two great-grandchildren, Johnathan and Christina Sherrer of Windsor, and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services were Friday, March 29, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel. Burial was in Landaker Cemetery.

PARKS, Audrey Jenevieve JENNINGS
1908-1995
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Audrey J. Parks, 87, Lawrence, died Wednesday, March 8, 1995, at the Lawrence Presbyterian Manor. She was born February 20, 1908, in Henry County, the daughter of William C. and Mollie Journey (Chelver) Jennings. She was a graduate of Clinton High School. She lived in Calhoun, then moved to Lawrence. She was a homemaker and member of the First Baptist Church, Lawrence. She married Loyd A. Parks in 1921 in Kansas City. He preceded her in death in April of 1972. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Bonnie Jarvis in 1960, and a son, Wilbur Parks in 1992. Survivors include two daughters, Shirley Viebrock, Lawrence, and Betty Parks, Holtwood, Pa.; six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services are Friday, March 10, at the First Baptist Church, Lawrence. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. - Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, Lawrence, Kansas.

PARKS, Betty Jean BURNS
1938-2009
Antioch Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 11 2009 - Betty Jean Parks, 70, Clinton, went to be with her heavenly father on Sunday, November 8, 2009. Betty was born on December 25, 1938, in Lincoln, the daughter of Otto and Stella Mae (Miller) Burns. She married Payton Parks Sr. on April 17, 1947, in Lincoln. Betty moved her family to Clinton in 1977 where she worked as a CMT for Grand Villa which is now Jefferson Gardens Assisted Living. She worked up until October of this year. Betty enjoyed reading, crocheting and cooking. She was a lifetime member of the Baptist Church, Mother of the Church and active in every aspect of the church. She was devoted to her family and spent most of her free time surrounded by them. She is survived by her five daughters, Jeanette Rudolph, Clinton, Roberta Deadwiler, Lakewood, Colorado, Katy Parks, Kansas City, Ruby Parks, Kansas City, and Mary Ann Parks, Clinton, and one son, Payton Parks Jr., El Reno, Oklahoma; two sisters, Mary Reddick and Dorothy Robinson, both of Topeka, Kansas; 18 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Her parents, her husband Payton Parks Sr., two sisters, two brothers and one nephew preceded her in death. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 14, at Consalus Funeral Home, Clinton. Burial will follow in Antioch Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Bird Deatherage
1818-1903
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Sep 26 1903 - Bird D. Parks, who helped lay out the town of Leesville, died September 12, 1903 at the home of his son, T. B., near Thrush, aged 85 years. born May 1818 in Lincoln county, Ky. He was the fourth son of Peyton and Rebecca Parks and the last survivor of eight children. He came to Missouri in 11837; married Lourinda J. Lee in 1840 and came to Henry county the same year, settling on a farm south of Coal. He and brother-in-law, A. J. Lee, built a store and laid out the town of Leesville, selling goods hauled in wagons from Boonville. In his latter years, he became afflicted with cancer, which he had removed three times. Five children are left to mourn the loss of a kind father, four having passed to the Great Beyond. The funeral was held under auspices of the Masonic fraternity and his remains interred in the Calhoun cemetery, by the side of his wife who died in December 1893.

PARKS, Birdie Lorene WITHERSPOON
1901-1982
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Funeral services for Mrs. Birdie Lorene Parks, 80, were Tuesday at Sickman-Dunning Funeral Home, and burial in Maplewood Cemetery at Brownington. Mrs. Parks died Sunday at the Clinton Manor Nursing Home in Plattsburg. Survivors include a son, Sherman Parks of Independence; two daughters, Harriet Parks of Wilmore, KY, and Mrs. Elmo (Birdie) McClung of Windsor; one brother, Sherman Witherspoon of Berkeley, CA, and one sister, Mrs. Roy Turner, of Berkeley, CA.

PARKS, Bonnie Joyce TRENT
1929-2002
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 28 2002 - Bonnie Joyce Parks, daughter of Art and Gracie Trent, was born February 25, 1929, in Clinton, and died January 12, 2002, at the age of 72 years in Kansas City. She was a graduate of Clinton High School. She was married to Monte D. Parks, Jr., who preceded her in death. She was a LPN surgical scrub nurse for Wetzel Hospital, Clinton. She was a member of the International Order of Rainbow Girls. Bonnie is survived by three sons, Monte D. Parks III of Topeka, Kansas, Martin T. Parks of Lake Stevens, Washington, and Merritt T. Parks of Kansas City; one daughter, Melanie B. Parks of Lynnwood, Washington, as well as eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Thursday, January 17. Interment was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Carl Albert
1904-1918
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Rock Island Argus, Feb. 27, 1918 - Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Parks are grieving over the loss of their son, Carl Albert, 14 years old, who passed away at 9:15 last evening in the home, Thirty-first street and Twenty-third avenue, Moline, having been ill one week with scarlet fever. The boy was born Feb. 23, 1904, at Clinton, Mo., and came to Moline with his parents seven years ago. He attended the Fairfield school and the Sunday school class of the Gordon Memorial chapel. He leaves his parents and a brother, Claudie, at home who is also ill with the same disease. The remains will be placed in a vault until the quarantine is lifed, when they will be sent to Clinton, Mo., for internment. Short serevices were held this afternoon in the home.

PARKS, Clifford Irvin
1910-1995
Mt. Zion Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Clifford Irvin Parks, 85, Filley, died Sunday, July 23, 1995, at the Nevada Regional Medical Center in Nevada, after a lengthy illness. He was born on May 29, 1910, at Brownington, the son of Royal Parks and Willie Cox Parks. He was united in marriage to Stella McLerran on February 7, 1934, at Clinton. They had four children. Mr. Parks farmed all his life, starting around Brownington then moving around Deepwater and later to Appleton City. He later moved to Filley where he resided until his illness. He was a Baptist. One of his greatest joys in life was his coon hunting and the love of his dogs. He was preceded in death by his wife, Stella; an infant son; a daughter, Betty Mae; his parents; one sister, Mildred Lewis and two brothers, Noah and Clayton Parks. He is survived by two daughters, Eileen Regers and her husband, Richard of Hume, and Elaine Hempstead and her husband, Stanley of Quinlow, Texas; four grandchildren, Doug Regers and his wife, Sherry of Hume, Teresa Wright and her husband, Jimmy of Quinlow, Texas, Alan Hempstead and his wife, Holly of Aubrey, Texas, and Gail Barnes and her husband, Chris of Quinlow, Texas; 10 great-grandchildren and one sister, Jane Schmidli of Clinton. He is also survived by Mary Sallee, his close friend and neighbor of Filley, and a host of friends and other family. Funeral services for Mr. Parks will be held at the Hackleman Chapel in ElDorado Springs. Burial will be in the Mt. Zion Cemetery, Mt. Zion.

PARKS, Cordelia B. SANDUSKEY
1859-1904
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Aug 6 1904 - Mrs. Jim Parks of Deepwater had quite a sad accident July 31. She poured coal oil on the wood in the cook stove and it took fire and exploded the can in her hands. Her clothing caught fire and she ran out and her husband threw a blanket over her, but all of her clothing burned off and she died at 4 the same day.

PARKS, Delford Hugh
1933-1948
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Jan 8 1848 - Delford Hugh Parks, 15-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Parks of south of Coal, died about noon Saturday at the Mercy Hospital from that dreaded and incurable disease leukemia, in which the white corpuscles destroy the red. He had been at the hospital four months and all that was possible was done for him but to no avail. Delford was born in March, 1933, in the Mound Springs neighborhood on the farm still occupied by his parents and younger brothers Forest and Wesley. A quiet and reserved youth and loved by all, he had attended the Mound Springs School and was of the faith of Jehovah's Witnesses. Being more or less pale and seldom participating in active sports might have been due for some time to the existing condition of the blood, which was not serious, however, until a few months ago. Also surviving him are the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Westbrook of the state of California. Gene Evans of Jehovah's Witnesses, conducted the funeral services Monday at the Consalus and Peck Funeral Home. Interment was at Englewood.

PARKS, Dorothy F. JONES
1925-2008
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Dorothy F. Parks, 82, of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, was born Monday, August 24, 1925 in Clinton, Missouri, the daughter of Charles and Peggy (Wine) Jones. She departed this life Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at her home near Pleasant Hill On May 6, 1943, Dorothy was united in marriage to James T. Parks in Clinton, Missouri; he preceded her in death on April 16, 2007. Dorothy was a homemaker. She was a member of the Coleman Baptist Church and past president of the Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 4409 of Harrisonville. Besides her parents, and her husband she was preceded in death by 2 daughters Kelly Charlene Parks and Carla Faye Parks. She is survived by her daughter Tamara I. Thomas of Pleasant Hill; 2 sons Marlin R. (and Linda), and Larry Leeman all of Clinton, Missouri; 2 brothers Bill Ritchey of Texas and Walley Ritchey of Oklahoma; 6 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Cremation has been accorded. Inurnment will be held at the Parks Chapel Cemetery, near Tightwad, Missouri at a later date.

PARKS, Dorothy Jane ORTON
1919-2004
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 29 2004 - Dorothy Jane Parks, 85, died Tuesday, September 28, 2004, in her home at Clinton. She was the daugher of Arthur and Samantha Orton. She was married to Owen Parks. She was a homemaker. She worked at Dairy Queen and was an operator at the telephone office. She also gave piano lessons. She was a member of the Tebo Baptist Church. Surviving are husband Owen Parks of the home; one son Kenneth Parks and wife Susie, Clinton; daughter Linda Stone and husband Jim, Clinton; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, plus several nieces and nephews. Her parents, three brothers and four sisters preceded her in death. Funeral services will be Thursday, September 30, at Consalus Chapel. Interment will be in Englewood Cemetery.

PARKS, Elmer Louis
1901-1937
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Sep 1937 - Louis Parks, 36-year-old farmer of four miles south of Coal, instantly killed himself with a .12 gauge single barrel shot gun about 6:00 a.m. Saturday. Mr. Parks arose as usual and went tot he barn where he pointed the gun at his heart and in some way pulled the trigger, killing himself instantly. He fell on the hay in the barn loft. His wife was awakened, possibly by the shot and arising and going into the kitchen, she found a note on his plate on the table, telling her where to find him. Investigating she discovered him in the barn loft dead. She immediately called Dr. E. C. Peelor of Clinton. No reason could be found for Mr. Parks, who was in apparent good health, to wish to end his life. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Parks of near Gaines and live don his farm with his wife and three children. Dr. Peelor found the roads to the Parks home extremely bad and stopped in Coal to get someone to drive him the remainder of the way. As the county coroner, Dr. S. B. Hughes, was gone on his vacation, Dr. Peelor reported the suicide to the sheriff and prosecuting attorney, who, upon hearing the facts, determined that a coroner's inquest would be unnecessary. Deceased was born in North Dakota about 36 years ago, and when small, was brought back to Henry County when his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Parks, bought their present farm in the Gaines neighborhood. Here is was reared and became a member of the Stone's Mission Baptist church and attended until it was destroyed by fire in 1928. He was united in marriage to Miss Lorene Witherspoon about 1928, and to this union were born three children who survive: Sherman 7, Birdie Lenore 5 and Marcia Dee 3, in addition to his wife and his parents. Mr. Parks purchased a farm about two years after his marriage in the Mound springs neighborhood where they moved and prospered. He was a good farmer and stockman and business manager. He was known as an excellent neighbor and was passionately fond of his children and wife. He liked to accompany them to the United Sunday school services held in the Mound Springs school house. The funeral services were held in the Brownington Presbyterian church. Burial in the Brownington cemetery.

PARKS, Ernest Franklin "Frankie"
1930-2009
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 12 2010 - Ernest Franklin "Frankie" Parks born January 18, 1930, near Coal, the son of John Lunceford and Grace (LaRue) Parks, died at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, on December 29, 2009, at the age of 79 years. Frankie was married to Donna Hopkins Parks, who preceded him in death. He was a United States Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was a self-employed remodeling contractor. He was a member of Parks Chapel Church, VFW Post 1894, Clinton, and a Past Post Commander of the American Legion Post No. 14 of Clinton. He was preceded in death by his wife Donna; a son Frank Dean Parks; brother Tom Parks; sister Shirley Fantz, and half-brother Jimmy Foster. Frankie is survived by two sons, Elmer Lewman of Deepwater and Johnny Lewman of Lowry City; four daughters, Terry Lawson of Clinton, Lisa Fry of Basehor, Kansas, Linda Spalding and Ellen Wester, both of Rogersville, Arkansas; two sisters, Peggy Motley and Evelyn Todd, both of Clinton, as well as 15 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Monday, January 4. Inurnment will be in Parks Chapel Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Estella M. CARROLL McDONALD
1882-1949
Antioch Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Jul 7 1949 - Stella M. Parks, wife of Hershel F. Parks, passed away Friday, July 1 at 6:30 a.m. at her home on North Main street. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at two o'clock at the Second Baptist Church. Interment was in the Negro cemetery, north of Clinton. Stella Carroll was born in Osceola, June 18, 1882. Her parents worked for some of the finest old families in Osceola. She was married first to Robert McDonald and they were the parents of Murrell (Bob) McDonald, who survives her. She was later married to Hershel F. Parks, who has been a patient at the Veterans hospital at Wadsworth, Kansas for several years. Mrs. Parks had worked in a number of the best homes in Clinton and was an excellent cook, some of her special recipes have been carried to other states, where they have become famous. Besides her son, she is survived by a brother, Arthur B. Carroll of Osceola, and a sister, Lula May Thomas of Kansas City, Mo.

PARKS, Forrest Winfield "Chipper"
1930-1995
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Forrest Winfield "Chipper" Parks, 64, died Sunday, April 30, 1995, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. Chipper was born August 18, 1930, in Clinton. He was the fourth son of Monta D. Parks, Sr. and Margurite Wareham Parks. He attended Clinton schools and shortly after began working in construction. In the early 1960's, he was employed by Fristoe's Body Shop and remained there until his retirement in January of 1994. On March 31, 1967, he was united in marriage to Boann Combs. To this union, one loving and devoted daughter was born, Shalon, who was the joy of his life. Chipper enjoyed car racing, hunting and fishing. He took great pride in his home and working in the yard, always by his side was his faithful golden Retriever "Conner". Chipper was a strong follower and support of all youth activities throughout the community. He was an active member of the Drakes Chapel-United Methodist Church and was always willing to serve in any way. The renewal of old friends and the building of new ones made during his illness will always be a treasured memory. He is survived by his wife, Boann, and daughter, Shalon, of the home; two brothers, Sam Parks and wife, Margaret, and Robert E. (Bodie) Parks and wife, Kay, all of Clinton; one sister, Nancy Johnson, Lee's Summit; several nieces and nephews; two sisters-in-law, Bonnie Parks and Gloria Warnock. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers Monta Parks and Phillip William Parks. Funeral services were Tuesday, May 2, at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Gail Jaynean
1958-1998
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Jun 10 1998 - Gail Jaynean Parks died Friday, May 29, 1998, at her home in Clinton at the age of 40 years, four months and 19 days. She was born January 10, 1958, in Clinton, the daughter of Phillip William "Bill" and Gloria Jean (Ward) Parks. She was a lifelong Clinton resident. Gail was a substitute school teacher and a fine artist. She is survived by one son, Alex Heimsoth (who was the light of her life); two brothers, Phillip M. Parks and Stephen W. Parks, both of Clinton; three nieces and one nephews; also her step-father, William K. Warnock, Clinton; one great-niece and many cousins. She was preceded in death by her father, Phillip William "Bill" Parks and her mother, Gloria Jean Parks Warnock. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 4, at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. A private family committal service was held Tuesday, June 9, at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Glenn Franklin
1936-2020
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Glenn Franklin Parks of Independence, Missouri, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2020, at the age of 84. He humbly carried the cross of Parkinson's disease, and after several years of declining health, he died peacefully at his home with his beloved wife Joan, their children, and his brother Jack by his side. Glenn was loved dearly and will forever be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandpa and grandpa-great. Glenn and Joan were married on June 22, 1957 and recently celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary together. They were blessed with four children: Kyle, Becky, Karen, and Rhonda, 13 grandchildren, and 23 great-grandchildren. Glenn was born February 9, 1936 in Appleton City, Missouri, to Robert and Hattie (Holland) Parks. He graduated from Appleton City High School, where he was a standout football player. He went on to study engineering at Central Technical Institute in Kansas City. He started his career at Honeywell and later moved on to AT&T, where he continued to work until he retired in 1989. After retirement, Glenn stayed busy running his real estate investment business, traveling and enjoying time with his family. Family was incredibly important to Glenn, and many of his favorite activities revolved around it. He was always ready to gather with friends and family for fun times and the first to offer help to whoever needed it. He and Joan enjoyed traveling across the US, and one of their favorite destinations was Hawaii. He also enjoyed camping and boating with his family and friends and hunting with his son, Kyle. He and Joan established an annual vacation to Table Rock Lake for their ever growing Parks family and 50 years later, this continues to be a tradition that all his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren look forward to. For nearly 20 years, they spent their winters in Casa Grande, Arizona, and they met many wonderful friends who became like their family. He was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Hattie Parks, his siblings: Gladden Parks, Esther Jones, Clester Parks, Doris Short and Kenneth Parks; his son-in-law, Steve Rellihan; and his great-great grandson Levi Bosack. He is survived by his wife, Joan; his children: Kyle (Cheryl), Becky Rellihan, Karen (Steve) Sherwood, and Rhonda (Paul) Smith; his brothers: Keith and Jack, and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, family and friends.

PARKS, Gloria Jean
1951-2001
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Jul 3 2001 - Gloria Jean Parks, 50, departed this life on June 10, 2001, at her home in Calhoun. She was preceded in death by a son, Jason Nolan, in 1971, and a granddaughter, Meghan, in 1999. Survivors include her son, Roger Alan Crawford, his wife, Cathy, and granddaughters, Caitlyn and Rhiannon, all of Colorado Springs, Colorado; parents, Ruth and Edwin Parks of Calhoun; sister, Ann Bohrn-Wymore and her husband, Jack, Overland Park, Kansas, her children, Karlton Bohrn, wife Ann, and their children, Jacob and Hanna, all of Overland Park, Kansas, Lesa Garcia, husband, Juan, and their children, Jenna and Jentry, all of Olathe, Kansas; brother, Bill Parks of Calhoun, his children, Nigel Best, wife Lyhn, and their children, Abigale and Madeline, all of Fayetteville, North Carolina, Ryan Parks of Clinton, and Lindsey Parks of Columbia; sister, Nancy Marlow and her husband, Bill, Windsor; brother, Bob Parks and his wife, Janet, Clinton, and their children, Jamie Parks of Joplin, Chad Parks of Lee's Summit, Brad Pennington of Springfield, and Chris Pennington of Clinton; sister Robin Parks-Feldman and her husband, David of Palos Verdes Estates, California, and step-daughter, Tiffany Hurd of Clinton. Gloria worked at the cheese plant in Clinton, until becoming disabled. In recent years, she shared her smile and joy of life with her family, the Calhoun community and Calhoun Baptist Church. Her family and many friends, who have been blessed by her presence, will miss her. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Thursday, June 14. Interment was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Harry Holland
1857-1938
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Harry H. Parks, one of Henry County's oldest citizens, died the morning of June 14, 1938, at his home near Tightwad. His strength had been gradually declining the last six months, but Sunday he had attended the basket dinner and fish fry of his wife's family, enjoying it fully. He was born July 20, 1857, at Calhoun, where he reached young manhood. December 31, 1885, he married Miss Jessie Slavens, a childhood playmate friend, who survives with their son, Ray, who owns and operates the Parks store at Tightwad; also daughter, Ruth, Mrs. Newt Pierce, near Tightwad. The grandchildren are Max, Pat and ValJean Logan and Pauline Parks. There are two brothers, William Parks at Leesville and James Parks of Oregon.

PARKS, Hershel William "Bill"
1949-2006
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 19 2006 - Hershel William "Bill" Parks, 57, departed from his earthly life and went home Wednesday, November 29, 2006 in sunny Torrance, California. Bill was born May 9, 1949, in Henry County to Edwin and Ruth Parks. He lived most of his life in Calhoun. He owned Parks Cabinet Shop, Inc., in Calhoun for more than 25 years. Bill was a 1967 graduate of Calhoun High School. He enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family. He was a dual member of Calhoun Baptist Church and Clinton Christian Church. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Gloria Jean Parks. He is survived by his son Nigel Best, Calhoun, his wife Lynh and children Abigail and Madeline; son Ryan Parks of Calhoun and his wife Ashley; daughter Lindsey Parks of Kansas City and her daughter Dominique Malveaux; sister Ann Bohrn-Wymore and husband Jack, Overland Park, Kansas; sister Nancy Marlow and husband Bill, Calhoun; brother Bob Parks and wife Janet, Clinton; sister Robin Parks Feldman and husband David, Torrance, California; along with many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. His family and many friends who have been blessed by his presence will miss him dearly. Funeral services were held Tuesday, December 5, at Clinton Christian Church. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Isal Daisy PEEK
1898-1998
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 17 1998 - Isal Daisy (Peek) Parks died in a care facility in Yakima, Washington. She had lived a number of years in Sunnyside, Washington. She was born in Centerville, Iowa, November 18, 1898. She had enjoyed her 100th birthday on November 18, 1998, and died a few days later on November 27, 1998. Her parents were Calvin Levi and Mary (White) Peek. She was married to Sidney Wileman Parks, September 11, 1915. He preceded her in death July 11, 1949. She has one living sister in Eaton, Colorado, Etta (Peek) Orton. Deceased family members are her parents, brothers, Ross Peek, Albert Peek, Archie Peek, Charles Peek and Calvin Lee Roy Peek, and sisters, Ninnie Peek and Dora (Peek) Roberts. There were five children, Mary Jane Krakus, Hattie May Parks, Effie Doris Hudgins, all deceased, and two children survive, Sidney Parks, Jr., Drumright, Oklahoma, and Eleanor Britton, Joplin. She moved from Iowa to the Coal community in the early part of the century, and attended the Coal Elementary School. She and her husband and young family moved to Oklahoma and later moved to Sunnyside, Washington. She was a member of the Baptist Church. She was a very jolly person and enjoyed helping others. She loved making lap robes for other members of the care facility and for other organizations, including her church. Graveside services were held Tuesday, December 8, in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Jacob Y.
1847-1922
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Jacob Y. Parks, son of William and Susan A. Parks, was born in Henry County, Mo., March 10, 1847, being 74 years, ten months and 13 days old. His father died when he was only a small boy, thus leaving him to a mother's loving care. He was married to Emily Garland, Oct. 12, 1871. He was a member of the Universalist church at Parks Chapel and was an honest, upright man in all his dealings, always just and ever ready to help the needy when it was in his power to do so. He had been in failing health for almost five years and bedfast since last March, but was always cheerful and never complaining, was satisfied with everything that was done for him; nothing gave him more pleasure than to have his children and grandchildren about him. He died January 23, 1922. He leaves his wife and seven children: Mrs. Chas. D. Albin, Clinton; Mrs. W. F. Smith, of Coal; Robert, near Roseland; Mrs. J. M. Joyce, near Coal; Herbert M., on the home place, and Cora and Rolla, both of Coal. Funeral services were conducted at his home Jan. 25, 1922, after which the remains were taken to Parks Chapel for interment. The pall bearers were five grandsons: Ural and Loyd Parks, Huron Smith, Harvey and Garland Albin and his granddaughter's husband, Clyde Tope.

PARKS, James Allen
1883-1938
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
James A. Parks Admitted To The Bar Eternal - Family and friends of James A. Parks, who had been watching with deepest anxiety his balance between life and death the past two weeks, bowed before the inevitable at 6:45 a.m. Monday, September 5, and resigned him to his last long sleep. He had not been well since April of this year, but in June started with Mrs. Parks for a visit to their daughter in Belmont, Mass. Upon reaching St. Louis while en route he entered Barnes Hospital, where two days later he underwent an operation. After a few weeks in the hospital, he returned to his home hoping to regain his health. There many friends visited him and clients came with their business and legal matters and he had even been to the polls to cast his last vote in the Democratic primary August 2. James A. Parks was one of Missouri's most prominent lawyers. At the time of his death and some years prior thereto he was a member of the State Bar Advisory Committee, to which position he was appointed by the Supreme Court of Missouri, and which was a signal honor. Serving with him were: Boyle G. Clark, General chairman, of Columbia; J. C. Grover of Kansas City, (who both visited him last week); J. D. James of Joplin and Grover C. Sibley of St. Louis. This committee passes on the eligibility of practicing lawyers and debars them for illegal or unethical practice, if occasion arises. He was a member of the Board of Regents of Central Missouri State Teachers College at Warrensburg, to which position he was appointed by Governor Stark in 1937, and which was but another acknowledgment of his worth and ability. A member of the Missouri Bar Association since September 10, 1906, Mr. Parks entered upon the active practice of law with his father, Peyton A. Parks, under the firm name of Parks & Son. In the spring of 1906, he had graduated and received his law degree from the University of Missouri at Columbia, having his A. B. degree from Washington and Lee University, Lexington, Va. With the death of his beloved and influential father in 1922, their firm was dissolved. Since then Mr. Parks officed alone, with an extensive practice, not only at the local bar, but throughout the state. Studious and industrious, highly educated and practical, honest and conscientious, learned and experienced in law and in business, multitudes of people came to him with their affairs. Not alone those who had law suits to try or defend, but likewise those with business problems, seeking advice and assistance. He was honest and trustworthy. None ever erred in placing their confidence in Mr. Parks. To clients he gave his best thought study and effort, together with a frank disclosure of the merits of their cause. Often has he been heard to remark, "I can't always tell a client what he would like to hear. I must tell him the truth. I must tell him the law, whether it is against him or in his favor." Mr. Parks exemplified the highest ideals and traditions of the law, loyal to his client, true to their cause, fair and considerate of opposing counsel, frank and honest with the courts before whom he practiced, he was recognized by bench and bar as an outstanding member of the legal profession. Not only was Mr. Parks prominent in legal circles, but he took an active part in civic, social and political affairs. He was a member of the Board of Trustees of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, and was never too busy to give his time to the work of the church. He was an active member of the B.P.O.E. and a Past Exalted Ruler of the lodge. He was one of the organizers of the Clem P. Dickinson post of the American Legion, having served at Camp Pike, Ark., during the World War, taking pride in his service to his country as part of his patriotic privilege. Since, he had been active in Legion affairs and served as historian for the local Post. He had also been a valued member of the Masonic order and Woodman lodge. Mr. Parks was a Democrat and always took an active part in affairs political. He had spoken in most every school house and public meeting place in the county, at one time or another, supporting his party and urging its success. He had always been interested in education and in addition to the college board upon which he was serving at the time of his death, he served as member of the School Board of the Clinton School District from 1919 to 1920 filling out the unexpired term of Clem P. Dickinson. In 1920 he was elected to the board until 1923 when he declined re-election but since had served them as attorney. In all worthwhile civic affairs, the advice and cooperation of Mr. Parks could be counted upon, and in many instances in times past, through his aid, defeat had turned to victory. Often did he serve a poor client without remuneration if he thought the cause to be right. Helpful ever to the elderly and afflicted. Generous with his information to the community when important decisions in law were involved. Yet one of his truest claims to greatness is measured by the high regard his colored servants had for him, for a man's servant sees him at his best and worst--the actual man, and knows him as he is. So old Joe Nash, ill now himself, yet faithful to three generations of the Parks family, Ben Swindell and Maggie Watson, all colored, who had worked for him at office and home, knew and loved him, respected and admired him, guarded and watched the interests of "Mr. Jim" and suffer in his passing. James A. Parks was active in the reorganization of the Henry County Building and Loan Association; he stood for community growth; he served his political party as county chairman, but as was the custom of his distinguished father, steadily refused elective office; the power of his fearless judgment and courage coupled with outspoken honesty wielded an influence as rare and significant as it was valued by innumerable people. Indeed his powers of mind and gift of leadership marked him among men as the mighty oak of the forest towers above lesser growth--a man whom an entire county mourns as one of its finest, most useful and needed citizens. James Allen Parks was born Oct. 13, 1883, in Clinton, the only son of Peyton A. Parks and Mary E. Gathwright. His name combined those of both grandparents, honored pioneer settlers, James and Mary Allen Parks. His paternal great-grandfather had laid out and founded the city of Clinton, and thru generations he and his forebears have been associated with prominent members of the Missouri, Kentucky and Virginia bars. Oct. 24, 1911, Mr. Parks and Miss Elizabeth Wallis were married. One daughter was given them, Mrs. Ralph Nattinger now of Belmont, Mass., who with her mother survive. Their companionship and mutual gifts of mind brought happiness and the void his passing leaves is known but to those who loved him best. His was a genial, humor-loving mind and his quick wit and love of people made him rare company, and brought friends to him by the legion. As Mr. Parks senior had often done, so his son found relaxation from the arduous duties and close application in his office at the club lake where he still owned the same cabin and enjoyed a bit of fishing and rest in the open; or yearly motor trips with his wife and daughter. Having had the most robust health, never knowing illness since early childhood, he worked with indefatigable energy, never sparing himself and had intolerance for illness even when it reached him in the last months. Such a man he was and so he died, with force seemingly in his passing--and leaving in his going a vast vacant space which family, fellow members of the bar, friends or slight acquaintances see and wonder who or how it can be filled. The funeral services were conducted Wednesday at the Franklin Street Methodist Church.

PARKS, James Olin
1979-2021
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
James O. Parks, 41, of Madison, Mississippi, died February 21, 2021, near Madison in Flowood, MS. He was born July 12, 1979, in Clinton, Missouri, the son of Olin L. Parks II and Lemira L. Stubbs Parks. He leaves his parents, Olin and Lemira Parks, his sister, Susan (Zac) Cherrington, his half-sister, Jennifer Slater, his Grandmother, Ruby Parks, and Uncles, Larry Parks, Michael (Rosanne) Parks, Mark (Lisa) Parks, and Kevin (Nancy) Parks. Additionally, he leaves the following nephews and niece: Jackson Cherrington, Carson Cherrington, Paige (Kyle) Matthews, and Jordan (Alexandra) Litz. He was preceded in death by his Paternal Grandfather Olin L. Parks, his Maternal Grandparents, James Frederick Stubbs and Helen Louis Posten Stubbs. As a young man, James attended a number of schools as his parents were educators and administrators. James graduated Caruthersville No. 18 School District (MO) in 1998 and attended University of Central Missouri where he was a member of Theta Chi Fraternity. James spent about 20 years in the restaurant business, the last four years with Buffalo Wild Wings where he was a manager. James really enjoyed his work and patrons. Funeral services will be Monday, March 1, 2021, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PARKS, James Peyton
1850-1935
Wenatchee City Cemetery, Wenatchee, Chelan Co, WA
Clinton MO - Thurman Parks' Father At Rest - For 25 years a resident of Wenatchee, Wash., James Peyton Parks, 84, died at his home in Wenatchee, May 11, (1935) at 9:15 p.m. He was born September 28, 1850 in east Henry county, Missouri, a son of the late Wade Parks and wife. March 17, 1870, he was united in marriage to Rhoda Elizabeth Cole. To this union seven sons and three daughters were born. One son died in infancy and two daughters died in young womanhood. Surviving besides the widow are a daughter Mrs. W. L. Lindsay of Wenatchee; six sons, G. W., Charles B., Pete W., Aubrey A., L. V., all of Wenatchee; and Thurman R. of Clinton; two sisters: Mrs. E. E. Bruce of Wenatchee, Mrs. Nannie Hill of near Roseland, Mo., and one brother, George Parks of Coal, also eleven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Mr. and Mrs. Parks lived in and near Clinton until moving to Wenatchee in 1910. Funeral services were held Monday, May 13. Interment in Wenatchee cemetery.

PARKS, James, Judge
1827-1904
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Jun 25 1904 - Judge James Parks has passed away. Surrounded by relatives and loyal friends, the link that held life to earth was broken and his spirit fled to its reward on the evening of Friday, June 17. Judge James Parks, oldest son of Peyton and Almira Parks, was born in Lincoln County, Kentucky, October 28, 1827 and died at his home in Clinton at 7:20 p.m. June 17, 1904, aged 76. When he was an infant his parents moved to Cooper County and settled near Pisgah. In 1874, they moved to Henry County. Judge Parks has lived in Clinton since 1862, moving here from his farm in North Tebo August 31 of that year. He married on Christmas Eve in 1850, Mary J. Allen, daughter of Robert Allen and one of the strong men and early settlers of Henry County. Mrs. Parks died July 9, 1901. They had six children - Mrs. A. M. Fulkerson, Mrs. J. M. Harris, Peyton A. Parks, Mrs. C. C. Dickerson, Mrs. Sue Y. Milton and Anna Parks, all living and present at the bedside of their father, save the youngest Miss Anna who died in 1886. Judge Parks was assessor by appointment and assessed Henry County in 1860. He was circuit clerk from 1863 to 1867 and although removed by Governor Fletcher, he was reappointed by Judge Emerson, the circuit judge and of opposite political faith. He was probate judge of Henry County 20 years, from 1879 to 1899, retiring on account of advancing years. At the expiration of his office as circuit clerk, January 1, 1867, he became a member of the law firm of R. Allen and Co., which on the retirement of Robert Allen, became the firm of Parks, Thornton and Gantt, composed of Judge Parks, William T. Thornton, now ex-Governor of New Mexico, and Judge James B. Gantt, now of the Supreme Court of Missouri. This firm was dissolved by the removal of Judge Gantt to Sedalia and the election of Judge Parks to the probate judgeship. In 1880, upon the admission of his son Peyton to the bar, the firm became James Parks and Son, until by reason of failing health, Judge Parks retired from business in 1901. Prior to the civil War, he was a Whig in politics and upon the death of the Whig party, he became a Democrat and has been one of the leading mean in the party since the war. With Judge Gantt, he led the fight against the bonding of Henry County for railroad purposes; and was one of the bondsmen of the county when the test case was taken to the U.S. Supreme Court. All his lands, with that of the other bondsmen, were advertised to sell under the Nicolay judgment given by the Court on this test case but the debt was paid by the county and the county and the securities protected. Fraternally, he was a Royal Arch Mason. In his character and personality, Judge Parks combined many rare qualities. His official life was one of industry, efficiency and unswerving integrity. His hold upon the confidence and affection of the people of Henry County was as nearly absolute as any man may ever hope to obtain. He gave the office of probate judge an unwonted value and dignity. His work as an official and his conduct as a citizen were such as to confer great and lasting benefit upon the people of Henry County and to be forever a source of just pride in in his children and in the many who bear his name. His constant kindness and unfailing courtesy and quality of mind and spirit lost none of its freshness with advancing years and physical suffering but retained much of youthful elasticity and was ever responsive to the ideas and feelings of tohers. His mind was open to the humorous and the kindly side of nature and to what was beautiful and good. He always stood for the right. Services at the home on South Second Street, Sunday morning at 11.

PARKS, Jane E. T. "Jennie" GARRETT
1856-1937
Drakes Chapel Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. M. D. Parks died her home two miles northwest of Lewis Station at 3 a. m. Friday, July 3, 1937. Though Mrs. Parks had suffered from declining health the past half year, her death was a sudden blow to her kinsmen and friends as she was well as usual until Monday of last week. Even then she did not seem seriously ill until Wednesday, when she could not arise from her bed. Jennie Garrett, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Garrett, pioneer Henry countians, was born September 21, 1856, in Henry County. She was educated and grew to womanhood in this county, and December 14, 1876, was united in marriage to Milton D. Parks by Rev. J. P. Gibson. Their home was given no children, but Mrs. Parks loved and mothered her nieces and nephews almost as children of her own would have been. They were all devoted to her and gave her many pleasant hours. As a school teacher, Mrs. Parks showed a rare ability and wielded a far-reaching and lasting influence over a wide circle of pupils who became sincere friends. She began teaching in 1878, continuing every year in this work for 23 years. Among her schools where she gave pleasant, satisfactory service were Highland, Plum Grove, Merritt, and Lewis, also Adair, Okla. The last several years she has been an increased blessing to her husband for his eyesight failed and the became his eyes in daily life. He plans to remain on the farm, with someone to look after his wants, as he has learned to find his way about the place without assistance, while a new home would be confusing and unfamiliar. Mrs. Parks became a member of the M. E. Church, South, before 1889. Until her health failed, she rarely missed a service at Drakes Chapel, where she was one of the most active and devoted members. Surviving Mrs. Parks is only her husband, also a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services at the Parks home on Sunday. Burial was at Drakes Chapel.

PARKS, Jimmie Gene
1939-1994
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Jimmie Gene Parks was born September 20, 1939, in Clinton, the son of M.F. and Marjorie Smiley Parks. He passed away Sunday, September 4, 1994, at the V.A. Medical Center in Kansas City at the age of 54. He was a lifelong resident of Clinton. He graduated from Clinton High School and was also a college graduate. He was a veteran, serving his country in the United States Navy. He was a self-employed salesman. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Clinton. He is survived by his mother, Marjorie Smiley Parks of Clinton; one sister, Patricia Parks-Maginness and son-in-law, Ron Broderick, of Blue Springs; uncles, Dr. B. W. Smiley of Clinton, and Dr. E. T. Smiley of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Graveside services were Wednesday, September 7, at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, John Lunceford
1903-1992
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - John Lunceford Parks, born October 13, 1903, the only son of William Ernest Parks and Anne E. (LaRue) Parks, passed away May 31, 1992, at his home near Calhoun. He was preceded in death by three grandchildren, Frankie Dean Parks of Tightwad and Carla Faye Cook of Georgia and Kally Sharlene Parks. He was born at his grandfather's home near Tightwad and raised in the Universal faith. He spent his working years as a farmer, turkey producer, brick layer, cement finisher and general contractor. His love of fishing and gardening carried him through his many years. He raised some of the juiciest and sweetest watermelons and tomatoes in Henry County. His later life revolved around his beloved wife, Ruth, whom he married in 1951. She in turn gave him 41 years of tender care. In previous marriage he fathered two sons and one daughter, James Thomas Parks of Pleasant Hill, Earnest Franklin Parks of Deepwater, and Peggy Ann Parks Mottley of Tightwad. He will be sadly missed by a lifetime of friends and family. Funeral services were held at the Parks Chapel Church Wednesday, June 3, 1992. Burial was held at the Parks Chapel Cemetery.

PARKS, John Sherman
1841-1909
Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Sep 11 1909 - Death of a Good Honest Farmer - John Sherman Parks was born in Henry county, May 27, 1841, and died with heart trouble September 3, 1909. Married March 27, 1865 to Susan Hesler, also of Henry county. He served as a soldier of the Confederate army during the Civil War. Four children, three girls an done boy. One daughter and the son have already passed on to their reward, the daughter Dee, leaving three children - Leonora, Lorene and Sherman, who still survive her. The son, William Sherman died in 1876, one year and three months old. The youngest daughter Birdie is now the wife of G. E. Witherspoon and the oldest daughter Ella is the wife of Jacob Michael of Stone county. Funeral at Good Hope.

PARKS, Katy SHOCKLEY
1889-1939
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor, MO - Katie Parks (colored) of Lincoln, died the morning of Janaury 10, 1939. She was born at Windsor 49 years ago and is the wife of Aubrey Parks. Funeral services will be at Windsor on Thursday. Burial also there under direction of Wilkinson's Funeral Service.

PARKS, Larry L.
1947-2009
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 21 2009 - Larry L. Parks, 62, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at his home in Calhoun, Missouri. He is survived by a brother, Marty Parks; sister Tamara Thomas; ex-wife Peggy Parks; and adopted brother, Terry Roberts. Arrangements are pending.

PARKS, Leroy Woodrow
1921-1993
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Leroy W. Parks, 71, Commerce City, Colorado, formerly of Clinton, died Tuesday, March 23, 1993 in Commerce City. He is survived by one sister, Esther Williams of Clinton; one brother, Lewis Parks of Kansas City; several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be Friday at the Parks Chapel Cemetery.

PARKS, Limul
1913-1993
Antioch Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Limul Parks, 80, Lincoln, formerly of Kansas City, died Saturday, March 6, 1993 at the home. Services will be Saturday at the Davis-Miller Chapel, Lincoln; burial in Antioch Cemetery, Clinton. Mr. Parks was born in Windsor, and lived in Lincoln and this area before returning to Lincoln in 1972. He was a mechanic for Feld Car and Truck Leasing for 20 years, retiring in 1972. He was a member of Local 552 of the Teamsters Union. He was a member of the Pilgrim's Rest Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife Elizabeth Parks of the home; three sons, Leonard Parks, Las Vegas, Willard Parks, Raytown, and Terry L. Parks, Belton; a daughter Sherideth Parks Mason, Raytown; two brothers, Lyman Parks, Sedalia, and Payton Parks, Denver; four sisters, Joyce McGee, Lincoln, Gladys Wesley, Kansas City, Tennie Tindle, Bakersfield, Ca., and Corrine Smith, Denver; nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

PARKS, Margaret Ann BRAUN
1929-2008
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 27 2008 - Margaret Ann (Braun) Parks, 78, Clinton, died Thursday, April 24, 2008, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Clinton. Margaret Ann was born Oct. 22, 1929, the sixth child of John Frederick and Wilhelmia (Minnie) Augusta (Standke) Braun in Clinton. On Oct. 25, 1953, she was married to Samuel Allen Parks at the First Presbyterian Church, Clinton, where they were members. Margaret Ann and Sam celebrated 53 years of marriage. She was a lifelong resident of Clinton. Graduating from Clinton High School in the Class of 1947, she attended her last class reunion of 60 years. Upon graduation, she worked one year for Family Services, then worked for Missouri Division of Employment Security where she retired after 32 years, due to her health in 1985. Sam, her beloved husband and best friend, became her caregiver for 20 years. Sam's health failed and he died April 27, 2007. Margaret Ann never learned to drive, so she and Sam were very seldom apart. They shared a love of trout fishing and never missed opening day at Bennett Springs State Park. They enjoyed trips with their many friends, the fellowship of the Elks Lodge and also family gatherings. She enjoyed working in her flower garden with her many beautiful flowers. Bird watching was also a great joy in her life. Margaret Ann and Sam were not blessed with children of their own, but would have been wonderful parents. All the nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews, always received special birthday and special Christmas Wishes from Auntie Margaret Ann and Uncle Sam as they were growing up. Their home at each and every holiday was decorated like a fairy tale. Special invites were enjoyed at Easter for Easter egg hunts. Halloween was very special and popular with special treat bags, for family, friends and neighborhood children. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Wilma (Sis) Randolph; three brothers, John W. Braun, Harding C. Braun and Charles R. Braun; one niece, Thelma Dilks, and one nephew, Steven Hargrave. Margaret Ann is survived by one sister, Esther Hargrave and husband, Leon, Clinton; one brother-in-law, Robert E. (Bodie) Parks and wife, Kay, Clinton, and two sisters-in-law, Nancy Johnson, Lee's Summit, and Boann Parks of Clinton and a number of nieces and nephews, Linda Cauthon, Peggy McCartney, Vickie Greufe, Randy Braun, Susan Braun, Harding Lee Braun, Fred Braun, Dick Ronda, Mike Parks, Steve Parks, Monte D. Parks III, Martin Parks, Merritt Parks, Keith Johnson, Kurt Johnson, Kent Johnson, Chris Parks, Todd Parks, Melanie Clovis and Shalon Dittus, as well as a number of great-nieces and great-nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were Monday, April 28, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Marjorie SMILEY
1917-1997
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Marjorie Smiley Parks died Friday, May 9, 1997, at St. Mary's Manor in Blue Springs at the age of 79 years, eight months and five days. She was born September 4, 1917, in Montrose, the daughter of James Edwin "Ted" and Margaret Belt Smiley. On September 4, 1937, in Clinton, she was united in marriage to M. F. Parks, who preceded her in death in 1973. Marjorie operated Smiley's Salon of Beauty on the Clinton Square and was a hairdresser for 52 years. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Clinton and the National Hairdressers and Cosmetologists Association. She is survived by one daughter, Patricia Parks and husband, Ron Broderick, Blue Springs; one grandson, David Parks Maginness, Blue Springs; one brother, Dr. B. W. Smiley, Clinton. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Parks was preceded in death by a son, Jim Parks, September 4, 1994, and by a brother, Dr. Ted Smiley in December of 1996. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 13, at the First Presbyterian Church in Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

PARKS, Mary Elizabeth GATHRIGHT
1851-1931
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Peyton Parks Dead - Mother of Jas. A. Parks Passes Away Suddenly At Her Home - Mrs. Peyton A. Parks went into her garden last Saturday morning, while the dew was still on the roses, and picked her choicest blossoms for a friend. She then went into the house, took in the morning paper, and put the coffee on the stove in preparation for breakfast. Her son, James A. Parks, was the only one at home, and he heard her moving about at 7 o'clock. Then he dressed and went down to the breakfast room. As she did not come in, he went into the kitchen and found her lifeless body lying on the kitchen table. Her neighbor, Mrs. J. W. Parks, told him she had seen her but a short time before gathering flowers in the garden, which they found ready to be sent to a friend. Her journey into Eternity was quietly made, with no sad farewells. The beauty of her thoughts and life are portrayed in the song above, ("In The Garden") for it was in the Garden that she always found Him. She would tarry there because she felt closest to the Father when she was among the flowers. Mary E. Gathright was born in Callaway county, Mo., December 26, 1851. Her parents moved to Montrose, where she later taught in the Montrose school. It was there she met Peyton A. Parks, who was principal and also teacher. He was admitted to the bar a year before their marriage, which was September 21, 1882. Their friendship had ripened into love. When he died September 26, 1922, she was the same sweetheart she had been when he married her. Although crushed by his going on the long journey first, she busied herself with her home and found many things to do for her son, his wife, and their daughter, Frances, who gave up their home and moved in with her so that she would not be alone. Her hands and heart were never idle. She loved people and her neighbors, and was always ready to give a happy, friendly greeting, and the word of cheer so needed to neighbors and friends. However, during her sorrow, she did not make many new friendships, for she went away from her neighborhood but seldom. However, she kept up with her reading, and was as mentally alert the day she died as she was in young womanhood. Her husband being the leading attorney of Henry county for many years, and outstanding in politics, in Missouri, made her meet many worthwhile persons in the state and most of them had been entertained in her home. Worldly position and honor left her sweet and as humble as a child, always ready with tender, ministering hands for those in need. She was converted in her girlhood, and united with the Baptist church, and she gave herself many years to its work. Before the death of her husband, it was Mrs. Parks who always called on strangers who had moved into the city, and she who saw that they became acquainted with people who would make them most happy. After her husband's conversion, it gave her great joy to have him teach the large Bible class at the Baptist church. She and Mr. Parks were liberal contributors to the new Baptist church building. The past week, she had called on many friends, and had seemed especially well, so her death came as a shock. Mrs. James A. Parks was in Marshfield visiting at the time, and the only grandchild, Miss Frances Parks, was in Columbia, where she is attending the University of Missouri. One brother survives, Walter Gathright, of San Diego, Calif. The funeral was conducted at her late home, Monday afternoon. The burial was in Englewood cemetery by the side of her husband.

PARKS, Mary Evelyn CAMERON
1919-2010
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 1 2010 - Mary Evelyn Parks, 90 years old, of Clinton, Missouri, died Wednesday, March 31, 2010, at St. Lukes Hospital, Kansas City. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Hattie Mae (Houston) Cameron, her husband, Glenn S. Parks ,and her sister, Lucille Cameron. Graveside xervices will be Friday, April 2, 2010, at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Mary H. TURNER
1856-1933
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Mary H. Parks Died - At her home on North Fourth Street, Friday, April 28th, at 3:30 p.m. she had been ill the past four years, and bedfast and helpless the three weeks previous to death. Her sister, Mrs. W. H. Parker, has not been well, and was unable to care for Mrs. Parks, so for the past year and a half, Mr. and Mrs. Otto McCurley have given the deceased care equal to that of a son and daughter. They lived on her farm 13 years previous to moving to her home, and during the time they have been with here, have left nothing undone to make her happy, contented and comfortable. Mary H. Turner was born in Leesville township, February 28, 1856, where she grew to young womanhood, and when she was 17 years old, on May 4th was united in marriage to John L. Parks. Theirs was a happy companionship until he died October 3, 1913. She stayed on the farm awhile, then lived with Mrs. Parker, but as she enjoyed a home of her own, purchased the North Fourth street property, so she could be in Clinton near her sister and near her church. This had been her home since. Mrs. Parks was converted before her marriage and had united with the Christian church. She was a devout Christian, her delight being to heed the admonitions and instructions given by the Savior. She was a regular attendant at church, and her hands were ever ready to do the nearest tasks, and give tender ministry to anyone in need. Mrs. Parks was a meticulous housekeeper and thoroughly enjoyed keeping her home. It was fortunate that Mrs. McCurley was as good a housekeeper as Mrs. Parks, and the latter was to her last day, surrounded with cleanliness, order and sunshine. The deceased was devoted to her sister, Mrs. Parker, who was unable to get out of the house often, and though she herself was in ill health, she was able to walk and visit Mrs. Parker frequently and dined with her often. They always observed birthdays, holidays and important events, together, so on Mrs. Parker will hardest fall the death of her sister. She also leaves one brother, John Turner who lives on South Main street, in Fairview addition. The long time neighbors and friends acted as pall bearers, and tenderly laid Mrs. Parks body to rest by the side of her late husband in Parks Chapel Cemetery.

PARKS, Mary J. ALLEN
1832-1901
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - In Memory of Mrs. James Parks - Mrs. Parks was the daughter of Robert Allen, who moved to Henry county in 1835, and continued to reside here until his death. Her maiden name was Mary. She was born near Asheville, North Carolina, November 4th, 1832, and was in her 69th year. On the 24th of December, 1850, she was united in marriage to Judge James Parks. Over half a century they traveled life's pathway hand in hand, entirely devoted to each other. Their lives were blessed with six devoted children, one son, Peyton A., and five daughters, all of whom are living except Anna, who died about 14 years ago. They are Mrs. C. C. Dickinson, Mrs. Adam Fulkerson, Mrs. James Harris and Mrs. S. A. Milton. Because of a railway accident Mrs. Fulkerson did not arrive from her home in Alton, Oregon County, until a few hours after her mother passed away. The other children were at her bedside, and tenderly ministered to her comfort.

PARKS, Melvin
1891-1897
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Sep 11 1897 - On Friday morning of last week, W. P. Parks, near Leesville, experienced a bereavement both shocking and sad. In hauling water, he was accompanied by his six-year-old son, Melvin, and an older brother, when a jolt of the wagon threw the boys to the ground. The wheels passed over Melvin and crushed the life out of the little fellow. His brother also received serious injuries. Melvin was one of the twins, the other a sister, and was an exceptionally bright child. The parents have the sympathies of friends and neighbors everywhere.

PARKS, Minnie Alvenia ROEDER
1909-1991
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Minnie Alvenia Roeder Parks, daughter of Grover and Nellie Holcomb Roeder, was born July 20, 1909 at Osceola. She passed away October 10, 1991 at Clinton, at the age of 82 years 2 months and 20 days. She moved to Clinton in 1947 where she worked at the Elite Laundry operating a press. She was married March 6, 1961 to Victor Parks, who preceded her in death on January 30, 1980. They had moved to Calhoun in 1962 where she continued to live until January 18, 1989, when she moved to Vista to be near her sister Ruth Beach. When she became unable to care for herself, she entered the Joy Adult Care Center in Clinton, April 20, 1991. She was a member of the Methodist Church, joining in Vista at an early age. Later moving her membership to the Clinton Methodist Church, then to Calhoun and then back to Vista. She was very active in all church activities, attending church each Sunday as long as her health permitted. She is survived by one stepson Lester Parks, Calhoun; two sisters, Ruth Beach of vista, and Eunice Hedgepeth of Osceola; two brothers, Richard and Ernest Roeder of Osceola; 6 step-grandchildren; 16 step-great-grandchildren; and 4 step-great-great-grandchildren; a number of nieces and nephews and many friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 12, 1991 at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Calhoun Cemetery.

PARKS, Minnie M. MARTIN
1915-2001
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Dec 4 2001 - Minnie M. Parks, 86, died Saturday, December 1, 2001, at Holiday Resort in Emporia. She was born February 14, 1915, on a farm near Clinton, to Charles and Mable Cook Martin. She grew up in Martinville and graduated from Clinto High School. She married Thurman W. "Parksie" Parks January 11, 1936. He died May 1998. She was a homemaker and for many years in Clinton was a children's daycare provider and a Camp Fire Girls leader. She was a member of the Drakes Chapel Methodist Church in rural Clinton. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Frances Vaughn and Marvin Moberly, Emporia, Kansas; a son, Richard Parks, Ventura, California; a daughter-in-law, Theresa Parks, California; a sister, Frances Wood, Lone Pine, California; five grandchildren, Marilyn Pierce and Michael Moberly, Emporia, and Chris, Jeff and Carrie Parks; five great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson. Her two brothers, Harold and John Martin, preceded her in death. Funeral services will be at the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton on Thursday, December 6. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Montgomery Adkins
1847-1921
Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jan 1921 - Montgomery Adkins Parks departed this life on Jan. 12th, 1921, at his home near Coal. He was born Sept. 10, 1847. Was married to Miss Janie Coale on the 21st of Oct., 1868. Two children were born to this union - Mrs. H. L. Greene and Miss Allie, and an orphan boy, Sidney, who they raised to manhood. Mr. Parks was converted and joined Good Hope church in 1904, since which time he has been an earnest worker in the church and Sunday school until poor health kept him away. He was confined to his bed several weeks before his death. He bore his sufferings with patience and was not afraid to die. He was one of eleven children. There are only two children left now, his sisters, Mrs. P. W. Hallford and Mrs. Lizzie King. The funeral was held at Good Hope church on Thursday at two-thirty. The funeral was preached by Bro. Billie Briggs, his text being: "Thou has been faithful over few things, I will make thee ruler over many things," after which his body was laid to rest in Good Hope cemetery to await the resurrection morn. Mr. Parks leaves a beloved wife and those three children besides a host of relatives and friends. Not only will the family miss Uncle Gum as he was called by so many, we will all miss him, as he always tried to make life worth living. He always had a good word for everyone he met. The writer has often heard him remark, always look on the bright side of things and you will get along all right. He was always ready to accommodate a neighbor in any way he possibly could, if he had to discommode himself lots of time. Let us all try to live that we will be missed when we are gone. - A Friend.

PARKS, Nancy Jane KING
1861-1920
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Mar 1920 - Mrs. R. W. Parks Died - At her home on East Lincoln street, Monday at 2 p.m. She suffered a stroke of paralysis more than a year ago, which had left her helpless ever since. The Friday before her death she grew worse, and death came as a release from her suffering. Nancy King was born June 14, 1861, at Bloomington, Ill. When a small girl, she moved with her parents to Henry county and they settled on a farm near Calhoun. She married R. W. Parks, who survives her and had been her faithful nurse during her last illness. Six children were given to this union, four of whom survive: Wm. Parks, Pueblo, Colo.; Mrs. Wesley Smith, Emory and Delmar Parks, of Clinton. There are two grandchildren. She also leaves four brothers - J. W. King, Calhoun; C. W., W. W. and G. W. King of Clinton; two sisters - Miss Florence King of Clinton; Mrs. Ad Walker, Monmouth, Ill. Deceased had been a member of the Christian church for years and was a good wife and mother. She had lived in and near Calhoun all of her life until two years ago, she moved to Clinton. The funeral was conducted at her late home Wednesday afternoon, after which her body was laid in Englewood beside her two children.

PARKS, Nelia Belle HAMILTON
1881-1977
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Lawrence (Kansas) Journal World, Monday, Oct 17 1977 - Services for Nelia B. Parks, 96, Eudora, were at 1:30 pm today at the Sickman Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, Missouri. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Mrs. Parks died Friday at the Eudora Nursing Center where she had lived for the past three years. She was born July 19th, 1888 (note: should be 1881) in Kentucky and had lived in Clinton before moving to Eudora. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Clinton. Survivors include a son Glenn, Wichita, a daughter, Mrs. Charles Calvin, Harlingen, Texas, a brother, John Hamilton, Clinton, five grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren.

PARKS, Ninnie L. WHITEAKER
1907-2004
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 24 2005 - Ninnie L. Parks, daughter of Elmer and Celia L. Coulson Whiteaker, was born November 28, 1907, in Henry County and died Sunday, December 26, 2004, at Westwood Nursing Center, Clinton, at the age of 97 years. She was married to Roscoe Gilbert Parks, who preceded her in death July 3, 1984. She was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church, WMU and Jr. Poly Credo Club. She is survived by her daughter, Louise Johnson, Osceola, and her son Dale Parks, Urich; one sister Ruby Culp, Warrensburg, as well as nine grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Wednesday, December 29. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Olin Leroy
1921-2013
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Olin Leroy Parks, age 92 of Windsor, Missouri passed away Sunday, February 24, 2013 at his home. Funeral services will be Saturday, March 2, 2013 at the First Baptist Church, Windsor, Missouri with interment in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor. Olin was born February 21, 1921 in Henry County, Missouri, the son of Herbert Manford and Gertha Mae (Evans) Parks. He was a graduate of Clinton High School in l940 and graduated from Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg in l956. He served in the Navy, Marine Corp, Army Air Corp which became the Air Force retiring after 21 years at the rank of major. After retirng he owned Parks Insurance and Real Estate in Windsor. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Windsor where he served as a deacon, Sunday School teacher, clerk and moderator. He was a member of the Windsor Order of Eastern Star where he served as past worthy patron; a member of Windsor Masonic Lodge No. 29 where he was a past worshipful master; past President of Windsor Lions Club; Past President of Windsor Chamber of Commerce; a member of American Legion Post 82 and VFW Post 2610, both in Windsor. He was presiding Commissioner for Henry County from 1970-1974 and was a past member of the Midwaest Missouri Board of Realtors. He was preceded in death by his parents, one grandson, Andrew Herbert Parks; one brother, Maurice Parks and one sister, M. Lavera Braun. He is survived by his wife, Ruby of the home and five sons, Olin (Lemira) L. Parks II of Caruthersville, Missouri, Larry (Claudia) M. Parks of Little Rock, Arkansas, Michael G. (Rosanne) Parks, Mark E. (Lisa) Parks and Kevin W.(Nancy) Parks, all of Windsor; eleven grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.

PARKS, Orbia
1879-1967
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
The Sedalia Democrat, Sedalia MO, Thursday, Sep 21 1967 - Orbia Parks 87, died Tuesday at 1:25 a.m. in Denver, Colorado, where he had made his home for the past two years with his daughter, Mrs. Joyce McGee. He was the son of the late Spencer and Lou Parks. He was a native of Henry County and a member of the Baptist Church. In later years, he moved to Benton County in Lincoln, Missouri. He was married to Katie Shockley in 1906. To this union eleven children were born. His wife and one son preceded him in death. He is survived by five daughters, Mrs. Tennie Scott. Bakersfield; Calif.; Mrs. Corine Smith, Mrs. Faye Harris, Mrs. Joyce McGee, all of Denver, Colo.; Mrs. Gladys Wesley of Kansas City, Mo.; five sons, Enwood, Limuel and Vance Parks, all of Kansas City, Mo., Peyton Parks, Lincoln, Mo., and Lyman Parks of Sedalia, Mo.; 37 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren, and many other nieces, nephews, and cousins. Funeral services will be held Saturday at Ward Memorial Baptist Church. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery in Windsor, MO=.

PARKS, Owen Kenneth
1921-2010
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Owen Kenneth Parks, age 89 of Clinton, Missouri passed away Monday, December 13, 2010 at Clinton Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, Clinton. Funeral services will be Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, Missouri with burial in Englewood Cemetery. Owen was the son of Merion Ernest Parks and Armilda Lillian Parks. He was married to Dorothy Parks for 60 Years, who passed in 2004. He served honorably in the United States Navy during World War II on the Destroyer USS Plunkett. After the war Owen returned to Clinton, Missouri to raise a family and to farm. He owned and managed the Gaines store, became an Insurance Agent in 1957 with Henry County Mutual Insurance where he served until retiring in 1990 and at that time was also on the board of directors. Mr. Parks enjoyed sports, and his favorite sports included baseball and he had won several Croquet tournaments. Although Mr. Parks was not a member of any church, at one time he attended services at Surprise Community Church and had professed his faith in Jesus Christ to his family. Owen lived an upright life and was known for his integrity. He loved farming cattle and spending time with his family as he and Dorothy hosted numerous gatherings over the years. Surviving are one son Kenneth Parks and wife Susie, Clinton; daughter Linda Stone and husband Jim, Clinton; six grandchildren Julie Phillips (Parks), Kelly Carter (Stone), Michael Parks, Angie Streby (Stone), Tim Stone, and Jeff Stone; seven great-grandchildren, plus several nieces and nephews. He also leaves many friends and other relatives to mourn his parting. His wife, parents, and brother preceded Owen in death.

PARKS, Patterson W.
1859-1932
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Mar 1932 - Pat W. Parks Died - At his home in the southeast part of the county near Tightwad, Tuesday, after a long illness with a complication of diseases. He was about 72 years of age. Mr. Parks was one of Henry county's best farmers and owned a good farm, where he lived the greater part of his life. He made Clinton his home for a few months, while his son, Spencer was county recorder of deeds, but Mr. Parks never liked to live in town, it being his great desire to spend the remainder of his days on the farm, so he returned there. He was an upright citizen, genial and kind, an excellent husband and father. He is survived by his beloved wife, also two sons, Spencer, at home, Warren, who runs the store at Coal, and a married daughter, Mrs. Lafe Groff, southeast of Clinton, and one daughter Violet, at home. The Sims Funeral Home of Clinton had charge of the funeral services but as they had another funeral at the same hour, they secured Mr. Housey's funeral car from Calhoun, for the funeral, which was held at the Park's Chapel Wednesday afternoon. Burial in the cemetery nearby.

PARKS, Peyton
1800-1880
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Nov 1880 - Peyton Parks Biographical Sketch of the Venerable Deceased - His Official Duties as Assessor and County Seat Commissioner Died - At his home, with his son, Y. P. Parks, near Calhoun, Henry county, Mo., on Monday morning, Nov. 15th, 1880 of general debility, Mr. Peyton Parks, aged 80 years. Mr. Parks was a man of feeble constitution, by his prudent and regular habits of life, attained the advanced age of 80 years. He was the youngest of six brothers. His parents were born and raised in the State of Virginia and emigrated to the State of Kentucky at an early day and settled in Lincoln county in that state, near Stanford the county town where Mr. Parks was born on the 12th day of October, 1800. About the time he came of age, he studied law, first reading with a cousin of his by the name of Forbes, and afterward with Robert Letcher, who was afterwards Governor of the state. About the year 1821, he was admitted to practice law in the courts of the State of Kentucky. In the early part of the year 1825, he married and in the fall of 1827, with his family, then consisting of his wife and two children, he moved to the State of Missouri, and settled in Cooper county, about 15 miles south of Boonville, where he continued to reside for about seven years. While living in Cooper county, he was examined and licensed to practice law in the courts of this state by Judge Tompkins, of the Supreme Court, but owing to his feeble health he never engaged in the active practice of his profession. In the fall of 1834, he moved to this county (then being a part of Lafayette county) and settled about three miles northwest of where the town of Calhoun now is. In the year 1835, this county was organized by the name of rives, and Mr. Parks was appointed to make the assessment of the taxable property of the county, for the year 1836. At the November term of the County court for the year 1836 - the court at that time being held at the house of Wm. Goff, one of the Judges, one mile south of Calhoun - he was appointed commissioner, with power to superintendent and lay off the site selected for a county seat, into town lots, and make sale of the same, which he proceeded to do, giving the town the name of Clinton. After he made the first sale of lots, he resigned, and the late John F. Sharp was appointed commissioner to make deeds and future sales of the lots. In the year 1844, he was elected to represent this county in the general assembly of the State, and discharged his duties as such representative with honor and credit to himself and constituents, among such men as Hamilton R. Gamble, Willis L. Williams, C. F. Jackson, B. F. Stringfellow and W. V. N. Bay, who were members of that assembly. In all his relations of public trust, he discharged his duties with care and strict fidelity, and entire satisfaction. As a private citizen he was universally loved and esteemed by those who knew him; as a neighbor he was ever kind and obliging; as a husband and father he was loving, affectionate and indulgent. He was a mason, and that broad and comprehensive charity which distinguishes the order, was a prominent element in his character. He was a firm, consistent and undoubting believer in the Universal Salvation of all mankind, and was cheered and sustained in his last moments by his faith, and retained his mental power to the last. His wife, Mrs. Almira Parks died on the 7th day of July, 1846. He had also lost two sons - Peyton M., who died October 5th, 1846 and John A., who died August 10th, 1847. His other children, six to number - four sons and two daughters - all reside in Henry county, Mo., and were all with him in his last sickness. A good man has gone from among us, but by his life has left to his children and friends a legacy more valuable than much riches. Let us emulate his example.

PARKS, Peyton Allen
1855-1922
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, 1922 - Peyton A. Parks Died - At his home in Clinton, at 4:50 p.m., May 26th, with heart trouble and complication. For several years he had known that the Heavenly summons were not far away. Skilled physicians, nurses and his beloved family did all in their power to extend his earthly stay as long as possible. Every day of his life had been intensive. He crowded every minute full of work, giving himself unstintingly to his profession and for public welfare. Early in his life it was seen he was a natural executive. He enjoyed serving and directing the affairs of local, country and state life. He was recognized as an leader of the Democratic party. He did not seek office, at any time of his life, although without effort, could have easily been elected to any position the American people had to offer. He was a man of unusual force of character. He was born in Henry County, August 22, 1855, being a son of James and Mary Allen Parks. His paternal grandfather was one of Missouri's honored and pioneer settlers, who laid out and founded Clinton. This grandfather was licensed to practice law in Kentucky and was one of the leading pioneer lawyers of Henry county. Then his son, James Parks, also practiced for many years, serving as probate judge for 20 years, also served as recorder and circuit clerk. With Mr. P. A. Park's son James A. Parks, now practicing law, it makes four generations of the Parks family having practiced law in this county for more than 80 years. Mr. Parks attended both public and private schools here and was the first graduate from the Clinton schools, graduating from the Clinton high school, alone in 1875. He started teaching at the age of 20 and was principal of the Montrose schools for three and a half years. During his leisure hours, he took up the study of law, and commenced to practice with his father in 1880, with whom he practiced until his father retired. Mr. Parks did not attend college, but he acquired one of the largest libraries in the state, and through constant study, he became authority on law. He was never at loss for principle or precedent to cite in proof of the correctness of his position. His was a master mind, one that directed without apparent effort. Life is not measured by its span of years, but how well we have used our talents. Mr. Parks used and developed every talent he had. He was held in highest esteem by all. He was entrusted with the estates of the widow and the orphan because it was known they would be honestly and kindly cared for. He was a man young in spirit, with a hearty hand clasp for his wide circle of friends. His bright happy smile has cheered many a disheartened soul. He was a man of the highest moral standards. He did not have a bad habit, except that of overworking. About five years ago, he united with the Clinton Baptist church under the ministry of its beloved pastor, Dr. W. E. Davis. He, for many years, had been a believer in Christianity. After he united with the church, he soon became teacher of a Bible Class in the Sunday School, which was one of the largest in the state and noted far and wide. Many prominent men stopped in Clinton over Sunday to be present at his class. He most faithfully taught the teachings of his Master, bringing into the hearts of many, the way of salvation, who otherwise would not have known. He took an active part in all developments of the church, until about 15 months ago, when he had to give up both the work of his Master and that of his law practice on account of his health. He spent some time in Canada in hopes of recuperating, but came home, realizing the end was near and wishing to spend the last days of his stay near those he loved best, and those whom he served. He loved nature, and his garden was always the best in town. He did much of the work himself, taking much pride in producing the first vegetable and the largest of its kind. He also enjoyed fishing, making a record at the club lake, for catching fish each month in the year. He enjoyed his religion, his work and his play. He did not murmur when he knew the end was coming, but got ready for the last journey, remembering ever those he loved best. A number of times had he told the writer to remind folks to carry out wishes of his, after his going away. In his home life he was most happy. He married Miss Mary E. Gathright, September 21, 1882. He and his wife spent these nearly 40 years of devotion to each other together. Both were ever alert for the comfort of the other. No matter how busy he was, the happiness and welfare of this little woman came first. And to her, he attributed much of his success, as she perfectly cooperated with every effort of his. To this union, one son was given, James A. Parks, who is a junior partner of the firm Parks & Son. He has one little daughter, Frances, who was the joy of her grandfather's life. The Comforter can only help heal those broken hearts. Mr. Parks was the only son of his parents. He had six sisters. Only two now survive, Mrs. C. C. Dickinson, Clinton; Mrs. James M. Harris, Idaho Falls, Idaho. Mr. Parks was an Elk and M.W.A. Dr. W. E. Davis, of Cameron, Mo., who baptized Mr. Parks, came to assist with the funeral services, which had been planned by Mr. Parks before his death. They were conducted at his late home Sunday afternoon. His body was laid in the J. G. Hill Vault, at Englewood, until one can be built for the Parks family.

PARKS, Ray William
1923-1925
Mt. Zion Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Little Ray William Parks was called from this world to enter the City of God about nine o'clock Saturday evening, Oct. 3rd, 1925. Ray William was the youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. John R. Parks, living east of Brownington. He was born near Gaines, Mo., March 1, 1923. His age at time of death was 2 years, 8 months and 2 days. At home he leaves one sister, Elma, age 4 years. Both children became ill just before noon Saturday, and about 8 o'clock that evening, Ray William began to grow worse, and never recovered. His fatal malady is not wholly known but it is thought that the children received poison from playing with toadstools. Elma seemed as well as usual the next day. "Tis sad to part with one whom we have come to love so well. It seems that we cannot so suddenly cancel our future hopes in him. In his going, there is left a vacancy in a home which can never be filled. But the Master has said: "Suffer little children to come unto me, for of such is the kingdom of heaven," and so we have learned that we must say, "It is well." Besides his father, mother and sister, he leaves both his paternal and maternal grandparents, several relatives and many friends to mourn his loss. Rev. Harryman, pastor of the M. E. Church at Mt. Zion, conducted the funeral services at Mt. Zion, Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Oct. 4, 1925. Interment was in Mt. Zion cemetery.

PARKS, Rebecca Jane BRICKER
1841-1924
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Parks Passes Away - Rebecca Jane Bricker was born Oct. 22, 1841 at the home place west of Calhoun. She was the fourth child born to W. C. and Sarah Bricker. Nine children were born to this union, all of whom are deceased except Susan A. Whitley of Yale, British Colombia. Aunt Jane's father moved to this country from Tenn. with several other families and homesteaded the place known as the Bricker farm. She was united in marriage to Will Parks in 1868. He having preceded her several years ago. She united with the Presbyterian church and was a consistent believer in that faith until her death. As long as health permitted she was a regular attendant of the services, but health failing she had not been for some time. About six months ago she went to make her home with her sister-in-law, Mrs. Alice Bricker, who did everything possible to make her last days the happiest, and as one says "All was done that loving hands could do." She peacefully passed to the great beyond at 1:30 Friday morning, May 30, 1924 to meet the loved ones gone on before. Age 82 years, 7 months, 8 days. Thus ends a good life. Funeral services where held from the Presbyterian church Saturday, May 31st, and interment was in Calhoun cemetery.

PARKS, Robert Edwin
1917-2003
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 15 2003 - Robert Edwin Parks, 86, Calhoun, died Thursday, August 28, 2003, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Edwin was born January 24, 1917 in Henry County to Robert Lee and Nanny (Houk) Parks. He lived most of his life in the Henry County area, graduating from Clinton High School and working as a farmer, retiring from Peabody Coal after 20-plus years as a prospect driller. He was married to Ruth Geraldine Williams for 62 years, who preceded him in death in April 2002. He was a member of Calhoun Baptist Church and the Masonic Lodge. Survivors include three daughters, Ann Bohrn-Wymore and her husband Jack, Overland Park, Kansas, Nancy Marlow and her husband Bill, Windsor, and Robin Parks-Feldman and her husband David, Torrance California; two sons Bill Parks, Calhoun, and Bob Parks and his wife Janet, Clinton, and one sister Dorothy Chastain, Independence. In addition he is survived by 14 grandchildren, Karlton Bohrn and his wife Ann, Overland Park, Kansas, Lesa Garcia and her husband Juan, Olathe, Kansas, Teresa Kelly and her husband Mike, Overland Park, Kansas, Jodie Ware and her husband Ron, Belton, Mike Wymore and his wife Shannon, Archie, Nigel Best and his wife Lynn, Calhoun, Ryan Parks, Clinton, Lindsey Parks, Columbia, Roger Crawford and his wife Cathy, Colorado Springs, Colorado, Jamie Parks, Houston, Texas, Chad Parks, Raytown, Brad and Chris Pennington, Clinton, Remy Feldman, Torrance, California. Edwin also had 17 great-grandchildren, Jacob and Hannah Bohrn, Overland Park, Kansas, Jenna and Jentry Garcia, Olathe, Kansas, Patrick and Trevor Kelley, Overland Park, Kansas, Lara, Alex and Nate Ware, Belton, Whitney and Kendall Wymore, Archie, Abigail and Madiline Best, Calhoun, Dominique Malveux, Columbia, Caitlyn, Rhiannon and Gabriael Crawford, Colorado Springs, Colorado. In addition to his wife Ruth, Mr. Parks was preceded in death by his daughter Gloria Parks; grandson Jason; great-granddaughter Meghan; his parents and brothers Ural, Hershel and Loyd. Known as Uncle Edwin to his many nieces and nephews, he enjoyed all family gatherings as well as fishing and watching MU Tigers games. He was happiest when surrounded by his family at the many dinners and gatherings. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, on Tuesday, September 2. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Ruth Geraldine WILLIAMS
1920-2002
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 18 2002 - Ruth Geraldine Williams Parks, 81, died Sunday, April 7, 2002, in Clinton. She was born November 1, 1920, in Henry County, to Estes and Mary Williams. On December 9, 1939, she married Robert Edwin Parks, who survives of the home. They were married 62 years at the time of her death. Ruth was a member of the Calhoun Baptist Church and had been an active member of the communities in which she lived. Survivors also include three daughters, Ann Borhn-Wymore of Overland Park, Kansas, Nancy Marlow of Windsor, Robin Parks-Feldman of California; two sons, Bill Parks of Calhoun and Bob Parks of Clinton; two sisters, Ellen Daley of Los Angeles, California, and Daisy Plumb of Olathe, Kansas; three brothers, Paul Williams of Belton, John Williams of Texas and Russell Williams of Overland Park, Kansas; as well as 15 grandchildren, Karlton Bohrn of Overland Park, Kansas, Lesa Garcia of Olathe, Kansas, Nigel Best of Fayetteville, North Carolina, Rayn Parks of Clinton, Lindsey Parks of Columbia, Roger Crawford of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Tiffany Hurd of Clinton, James Parks of Richmond, Texas, Chad Parks of Raytown, Brad Pennington of Linn, Chris Pennington of Clinton, Remy Nicole Feldman of California, Teresa Kelly of Overland Park, Kansas, Jodie Ware of Belton and Mike Wymore of Archie; also 15 great-grandchildren, Jake and Hannah Bohrn of Overland Park, Kansas, Jenna and Jentry Garcia of Olathe, Kansas, Abigail and Madeline Best of Fayetteville, North Carolina, Caitlyn and Rhiannon Crawford of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Patrick and Trevor Kelly of Overland Park, Kansas, Lara, Alex and Nate Ware of Belton, and Whitney and Kendall Wymore of Archie. Ruth was preceded in death by her daughter, Gloria Parks; grandson, Jason; great-granddaughter, Megan; her parents; one sister, Dorothy Arnold, and a brother, Phillip Williams. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Thursday, April 11. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Sam A.
1867-1945
Antioch Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Jul 19 1945 - Sam A. Parks, colored, passed away at his home on West Mill St., at 6:00 p.m. Friday, July 13. He is survived by one brother, Walter Parks; a niece, Mrs. Nora Carter, and a nephew Henry Carter. Graveside services were held Sunday afternoon.

PARKS, Samuel
n/a-1898
Clinton MO, Jul 30 1898 - Samuel Parks of Gaines died of asthma on the 22nd of the present month. It is thought he lived longer in Henry County than any other man now living, having come in 1832 or 1833 and hence had a residence here of over 76 years. When we reflect that by verbal communication we can reach back to the time when the Indians roamed at will over the county in their hunting expedition, it gives us a realization of Mr. Parks' local residence. The old pioneers of Missouri are dropping out of the trenches one by one. In religion, Mr. Parks adhered to the Universalist teaching. He was upright and honest. And he leaves a wife and six children all in Henry, but the oldest daughter who resides in Texas.

PARKS, Samuel Allen
1927-2007
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 1 2007 - Samuel Allen Parks, 79, died April 27, 2007, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Clinton. He was born on September 28, 1927, the third son of Monta Delmar and Mary Margurite Wareham Parks in Clinton, receiving his education there and graduated from Clinton High School in 1946. On October 25, 1953, he was married to Margaret Ann Braun at the First Presbyterian Church of Clinton. They shared a love of trout fishing, making many fishing trips through the years to Taneycomo Lake and never missed opening day at Bennett Springs State Park on March 1. They very much enjoyed trips through the years with their friends and the fellowship of the Elks Lodge, also family gatherings through the years. Sam loved following sports and especially the Chiefs football team. He was employed at Atkins Ben Franklin during high school years and later worked at the Lake City Arsenal and Russell Bro. Clothing for a few years before becoming manager of the store room at Missouri Public Service in Clinton, retiring in 1986. He had a special rapport with children and all nieces and nephews looked forward with much anticipation to the special treat bagE„ he and Margaret had prepared for them and the children of their friends and neighbors at Halloween. He loved quail hunting with his brothers, fishing, golfing and traveling. He was a follower of all sports and he and Margaret attended many K.C. Chiefs and MU Tigers games. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Clinton for 54 years. He had been an Exalted Ruler of the Elks Club where he had held membership many years. In the past, he had been a member of the Lions Club and Jaycees Club. Following Margaret's illness in 1985, he had been a loving and devoted caretaker until two years ago when his health no longer permitted him to do it at home, but continued daily to contribute to the care for her at the nursing home until his hospitalization two months ago. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Monte D. Parks, Jr., Phillip William Parks, Forest Winfield Parks, and one niece, Gail Parks. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Ann; one brother, Robert E. (Bodie) Parks and wife, Kay, Clinton; one sister, Nancy Johnson, Lee's Summit; one sister-in-law, Boann Parks of Clinton; nephews, Mike and Stephen Parks of Clinton, Monte D. Parks III, Berryton, Kansas, Martin Parks, Lake Stevens, Washington, Merritt Parks, Kansas City, Keith and Kurt Johnson, Lee's Summit, Kent Johnson, Kansas City, Kansas, Chris Parks, Overland Park, Kansas, and Todd Parks, Longview, Texas; nieces, Melanie Clovis, Shohomish, Washington, and Shalon Dittus, Beulah, North Dakota, and many great-nieces and nephews; also a devoted sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Esther and Leon Hargrave, and many nieces and nephews of Margaret's who were very special to him as well. He was always most appreciative of the support of friends and wonderful caring neighbors during last few years. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 1 at First Presbyterian Church, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PARKS, Sarah Elizabeth BURNSIDES
1868-1948
Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Feb 5 1948 - Funeral services for Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Parks were held at Good Hope Church, Tuesday, February 3. Burial was in Good Hope Cemetery. Sarah Elizabeth Burnsides was born in Henry County, February 11, 1868, the daughter of James and Elizabeth Burnsides. She was married to Wilson W. Parks on April 12, 1885. Mr. Parks preceded her in death. Early in life she united with the Cumberland Presbyterian Church and has been a constant Christian all her life. She was always kind and gentle and very patient throughout her suffering. When her health failed, she moved to the home of her son, Ira, and later lived with her daughter, Mrs. Jeff Joyce, where she passed away at 12:45 a.m. February 2, 1948, following a short illness of pneumonia and heart ailment. Besides her husband, 2 children died in infancy; also 2 sons, Fletcher King Parks and Carl Woodson Parks, preceded her in death. She is survived by the following children; Royal H. Parks of St. Clair County; Mrs. Jeff Joyce, Ira W. Parks, and Mrs. Paul Parks, of Henry County; John Ray Parks, of Harrisonville; and Mrs. M. V. Burdette, of Indiana. She leaves 2 brothers, Nathan Burnsides of Clinton; 13 grandchildren, and 18 great grandchildren, and a host of friends.

PARKS, Sheldon Delano
1933-1992
ElDorado Springs Cemetery, ElDorado Springs, Cedar Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Sheldon Delano Parks, son of George Robert and Anna Leona Parks, was born April 12, 1933 in Evona, Mo., and lived in the Kansas City area before he moved to Montrose in 1989. He passed away December 25, 1992 at Research Medical Center, Kansas City. Sheldon was united in marriage to Rozella Rachel Lillie on November 7, 1953 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was a machine operator for the Westvaco Corporation in the Fairfax District for fifteen years, retiring in 1982. Survivors include his wife, Rozella Parks of the home; two sons, Robert Parks, Gladstone, and John Parks, Kansas City; two daughters, Sharon Joslin, Redfield, Ar., and Carol Peek, Appleton City; his mother, Anna Montgomery, and a brother, George Parks, both of El Dorado Springs; one grandson and two granddaughters. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Tuesday, December 29, 1992. Burial was in the El Dorado Springs Cemetery.

PARKS, Susan Ella
1844-1938
Riverside Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
Windsor, Henry Co, MO - The beautiful life of Miss Sue Parks was ended Sunday at 7:00 p.m. when she died at her home in Windsor. She had been seriously ill for several weeks. Susan Ella Parks, daughter of Samuel and Christiana Parks, was born February 13, 1844, in Benton County, Missouri, about 12 miles from Warsaw. Her father was one of the old pioneers of Missouri, coming from Kentucky. He first settled in Cooper County, but moved to Benton County in 1841. Miss Sue, as she was always known to her friends, was one of nine children, all of whom have passed away except one sister, Mrs. R. H. Melton, of Clinton. Miss Sue lived on the farm during all her early life except for a short time when the family lived in Warsaw. One by one the sisters married and one brother, James Parks, left or California and later married. In 1875 the father died while serving a term in the State Legislature. From that time Miss Sue, her mother and her two brothers, Alex and Tom, lived together, at first in the country home, later in Windsor, to which town they moved in 1895. In 1906 the mother died and the sister lived with her two brothers till they also were taken, Tom in 1917 and Alex in 1919. At the time of this last bereavement. Miss Sue's relatives urged her either to leave her home or to have some one in the home to live with her, but she always refused. She loved her home and everything in it, her yard, her flowers and her trees. To her, there was no loneliness in this cherished spot, and she wanted no intrusion upon her privacy. Her books, in whose enjoyment she never lost her zest, were her chosen companions, Carlisle, Wordsworth and Tennyson, her favorites and she loved to quote from these authors, yet she loved her friends and always welcomed them to her home with old fashioned courtesy. She had a strength of will by which she seemed able to overcome physical ills to which most people would succumb. When in 1931 she fell and injured her hip, she was so determined not to be confined either to her bed or to house that by constant exercise she overcame her afflictions, so that the lameness was not noticeable. During the past four years she had been in failing health, requiring the care of a nurse and companion but it had been only a few weeks since her condition was considered serious. The funeral services were conducted Tuesday at the home and the body was laid to rest in Riverside cemetery at Warsaw, Mo. where she lived for many years. Mrs. Emma Dickinson and Mrs. E. D. Savles were present from Clinton for the funeral. James A. Parks and Mrs. Dickinson were at the Parks home Sunday night.

PARKS, Susan Hill McFARLAND HESLER
1846-1928
Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Mar 9 1928 - Susie H. Parks was born in Cooper County, Missouri September 1, 1846 and died February 24, 1928, age 81 years, 5 months and 23 days. She was married to Martin Hesler August, 1861. To this union, one daughter, Laura Martin, was born. His death came December 15, 1862. On March 27, 1865, she was united in marriage to John Sherman Parks, who passed away September 3, 1909. To this union, four children were given, Elnora, Myrtle Dee, William Sherman, and Birdie Jane, who is the only one of the four now living. Besides her own children, she reared her daughter, Dee's, three children, and she also gave a home to two orphan girls. She helped in all church and Sunday School activities in her own community. In 1856, her parents (James and Nancy Peters McFarland) came from Cooper County, Missouri and entered the land now known as the John Shoemaker farm, lying just north and adjoining Good Hope Church. Her father selected the present site of Good Hope Cemetery. The first grave was a baby's, who died during the Civil War, and was carried by an uncle on a horse to that cemetery. Her character was a product of the pioneer times in which she was reared. The dominating traits were determination, persistence, courage, patience, and hospitality. She enjoyed life to its fullest extent and maintained an interest in current events up until the very last of her illness. She read much and kept abreast of the times. No braver fight was ever waged against disease than this one waged by her against the cancer that finally conquered her physical condition. To the last, she maintained an interest in her pure bred poultry and was a passionate lover of flowers, they, thriving and blooming for her when they would for no one else. Her vegetable garden was as good as the best in the community. She was an accomplished needle woman, and up until the time of her last illness, she did all kinds of embroidery and sewing. With her passing, a loving mother and grandmother and a useful neighbor and friend has gone from our midst. Funeral services were conducted at Good Hope Church February 25, 1928.

PARKS, Susan Lenora STEWART
1860-1925
Clinton MO, Aug 1925 - Mrs. H. H. Parks died Thursday, July 30, at 9:30 a.m., after an illness extending over the past six months. Susan Lenora Stewart was born Oct. 7, 1860, on a farm, which now forms the junction, 9th and Main streets, Kansas City, Mo. Her father was killed during the Civil war. With her mother and sister they moved to Benton county near Cole Camp. She resided in this county until five years previous to her death. February 5, 1881, she was united in marriage with Henry H. Parks, at Cole Camp. To this union were born four children, two sons dying in infancy. One daughter, Mrs. J. M. Freund, dying six years ago, and Mrs. C. L. Henry, of Kansas City, who had been with her mother for the past six months. She was converted into the Christian faith at the age of 15, uniting with the Methodist church near her home. Some ten years ago she united with the Seventh Day Adventist church, in which she held membership at the time of her death. Perhaps the best example of her dutiful life to Christ, was the rearing of two orphans, and also, she had taken into her home at times many other unfortunate young men and women. Services were at the Congregational Church of Cole Camp. Burial was in the Parks cemetery. She leaves to mourn her loss, the husband, the daughter, a sister, Mrs. Agnes Brown, of Lincoln, Mo., and 8 grandchildren, also many other relatives and friends.

PARKS, Thomas A.
1855-1931
Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Mar 26 1931 - Thomas A Parks died in Windsor, Wednesday morning after a short illness from pneumonia. The deceased was born in Cole Camp, March 29, 1855. He is survived by four brothers, one brother, Henry Parks residing in Windsor. He had lived in Windsor since 1920. A short funeral service will be held at the Huston Funeral Chapel Friday afternoon, after which the body will be taken to Cole Camp where a funeral service will be held in the Congregational Church, Interment will be at Cole Camp.

PARKS, Thomas Benton
1860-1940
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Tom B. Parks, veteran Democrat and County official, answered his last call to rest at his North Washington Street home, shortly after noon, Wednesday, July 24, 1940. His family and many friends at the courthouse knew his strength was definitely failing Tuesday evening, it bowing to the inevitable at 12:25 p.m. Wednesday when Death closed his eyes. Mr. Parks had been in a critical condition the past week, the culmination of long weeks of illness that had gradually sapped his strength. Thomas Benton Parks was born April 10, 1860, near Leesville, of well known pioneer parentage, Bird Denton and Lourinda J. Lee Parks. He was educated in the local rural schools near his father's large stock and grain farm and completed his study at the State Normal School at Warrensburg where he graduated in 1878. He then taught seven years, being for a time at George School, later superintendent of the Calhoun Schools. In 1887, Mr. Parks was appointed county surveyor to fill the unexpired term of his predecessor. The next year he was elected to the office, holding it until 1901 when he took his family to Montana, where he was employed as a federal surveyor, sectionalizing part of the Flat Head Indian Reservation. In 1907 he returned to Henry County to his farming and stock raising. IN 1916, he was again elected to the office of county surveyor and appointed by the county court as Highway Engineer, which office he had held with efficiency and good judgment until his death. Mr. Parks had definitely stated he was not to be a candidate in the Democratic primary in August, feeling his time of service was nearing its end. Mr. Parks was made happy thru the largest part of his long life by the gentle wife who graced his home, and who was the mother of their seven fine children. She was formerly Miss Minnie L. Strieby and came with her parents when a child of four to the Leesville neighborhood, where she was reared and as a winsome little girl went to school with Mr. Parks. They were married January 9, 1888 and made their first home in Clinton where they returned in 1919 and for many years have quietly and happily resided at the corner of Washington and Gravel Streets. Mr. Parks followed in the footsteps of his father, being a farmer raising stock, being an enthusiastic Democrat, an active Mason and a dependable member of the Methodist church. He attended services at the Franklin Street Methodist as long as he was able, and his genial smile and ready bow, his kindly manner and spirit marked him a gentleman at heart. A man of splendid principle, ambition and mind, a devoted husband who showed every consideration to his courageous wife, who has been confined to an invalid's chair 27 years, and a fine father whose every son and daughter had preceded their other work in life by some years of teaching experience; he filled well every requirement of the worthy citizen. Surviving Mr. Parks are his widow and their children, Mrs. Moad Davis of Clinton, Mrs. A. Dunning of Deepwater, J. Manford Parks of the home, Gordon Parks, Commander of the USS Maryland; Mrs. E. P. Welch of Pepperell, Mass., Mrs. S. C. Bass of New York, Mrs. Tanner Freeman, San Antonio, Texas; and 15 grandchildren, all of whom enjoyed a happy reunion together in Clinton last May 27. Wilkinson will be in charge of funeral services.

PARKS, Thurman Richard
1890-1935
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Last Rites for Beloved Clinton Man Held Sunday at the M. E. Church, South - The life work of Thurman Richard Parks was brought to a close at 11:40 p. m., Thursday, July 4. His death came as a release from earthly suffering. Thurman Parks, son of James Peyton and Rhoda Coale Parks, was born November 12, 1890, on a farm near Leesville and came to Clinton with his parents when two. This had been his home since, with the exception of a few years he spent in Depew, Ill., when he was employed in the zinc works and where he learned the trade of electrician. After the Clinton municipal light plant was built, he was employed as assistant electrician for several years, then after Tony Hereford left became chief electrician. November 2, 1923, Mr. Parks was wiring a building when it became crossed with a high voltage line and in order to save his life, he kicked the ladder loose and fell to the walk. Workers nearby had to get pliers from his pocket to get him loose from the line. The fall resulted in a knee crack. October 17, 1924, a transformer fell against the same knee and resulted in such a serious injury he went to Mayo's, where everything possible was done to aid his recovery. He spent a while in Washington during his convalescence. He was in constant pain, but those who knew Thurman Parks never knew the suffering he was undergoing for he always gave a smile and a merry jest about every turn life took. In September, 1934, his suffering became so intense that it was necessary for him to have his leg amputated in hopes of stopping the progress of the bone infection which had resulted. He had been bedfast since March, this year. Miss Fannie Ward and Thurman Parks were united in marriage November 28, 1911, by Rev. A. N. Lindsay, who at that time said his marriages lasted, and such was true of Mr. and Mrs. Parks for they gave a beautiful devotion to each other. She survives with their two sons, Thurman Jr., age 21, and Bobby Don, age 4. A daughter died in infancy. He also leaves his beloved mother, Mrs. J. P. Parks, of Wenatchee, Wash., five brothers, G. W., Chas., Pete, Aubra and Bud Parks, and a sister, Mrs. Jack Lindsay, all of Wenatchee. A number of years Mr. Parks was assistant manager of the Last Chance Garage, and while associated here he helped build up the friendly, courteous service for which John E. Smith's garage was noted. He remembered faces and names and everyone was his friend. His life was rich in friendships, for to him, friends exceeded money and there was nothing he would not do for 'a friend. This characteristic endeared him to many, and acquaintances quickly became lasting and sincere friends. Mrs. Parks, his devoted wife, said he taught her friendliness, for embodied in his disposition was the essence of the art of making and holding friends Every time he saw an acquaintance he had a gay wave of the hand and a jolly "Hello, how are you ?" There is no wonder why "Parksie" was one of the most beloved figures in Clinton. Not only was Mr. Parks familiar with electrical things, but, with his versatile ability, knew how to work with wood and paints and other trades. Most of his talent along these lines was natural ability, supplemented with self teaching. Due to his good nature and helpfulness, he filled a place in the community which few people are privileged to fill, for he was ever ready with a helping hand with no thought of the remuneration to be gained from the use of his ability. Mr. Parks' home on North Second street was where he spent his happiest days. He and his beloved wife took just a house, and he remodeled into into a home, doing all the work himself. Here, kindliness and hospitality were supreme and not only his friends but those of his wife and sons were welcomed with cordiality and sincerity. This was a home where every guest always had a good time and relaxed in the atmosphere of happiness. The shrubs and flowers in the yard were artistically arranged by Mr. Parks, who placed them with care and tended them faithfully, finding the keenest delight in watching their growth. He was head advisor or Dad of the De Molays, and during his long illness, the boys made frequent visits to their beloved Dad. He was a friend of the young and the old, ever courteous and helpful, with an understanding of old people and their loneliness, and seemed to have an equal intuition about the needs of young people. He enjoyed play as well as work and knew how to equalize these to gain the greatest happiness from life. The churches for the colored people in Clinton were wired by Mr. Parks without charge, and he did many kindly acts for these people. As a result, he won their unstinted devotion and during his last days they watched with silent grief, but with ministering hands. Many times, one of the good colored Women would cook dinner, help clean up the house for Mrs. Parks, or do the washing, which causes one to realize that in this commercial age there is yet the spirit of helpfulness and human kindness in the time of grief and need. For some weeks when the end began to approach and talking became difficult, he was unable to see his friends, but to all who called he expressed his appreciation of their being there. From Monday on, when he knew that the end was coming, he told his loved ones they must not break down but keep up their courage. Only then did they know the great pain that he suffered. Mr. Parks was a Mason and always believed in the teachings of the M. E. church, South. A few weeks before his death, he made a profession of his faith and was baptized in his own home by the pastor, Dr. J. E. Alexander. He was voted into the church at the morning service, but was unable to attend. At his request the funeral was held at this church. The funeral was held at 2:30 Sunday at the M. E. church, South. Masonic services were held at Englewood. Mrs. Parks' sister and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Bottens, of Osawatomie, Kans., and the Parks' friends of many years' standing, Mr. and Mrs. Tony Hereford, and daughter, Hope, of Leavenworth, Kans., came for the funeral. Mrs. Bottens remained to be with her sister for a time and the Herefords are visiting his aunt, Mrs. Sam Shadwell, and other relatives here.

PARKS, Thurman William "Parksie"
1913-1998
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, May 18 1998 - Thurman William "Parksie" Parks, 84, Emporia, Kansas, died Thursday, May 14, 1998, at Newman Hospital in Emporia, Kansas. He was born November 2, 1913, in Clinton. He was the son of Thurman Richard and Fannie Belle Ward Parks. He married Minnie M. Martin in Clinton on January 11, 1936. He was an electrician for 43 years, retiring in November 1975. He was a member of the Drakes Chapel Methodist Church in Clinton. He is survived by his wife, Minnie M. Martin of the home; one son, C. Richard Parks of Ventura, California; one daughter, Frances V. Moberly of Emporia, Kansas; five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, two step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, R.D. "Bobby Don" Parks. Graveside services will be at Englewood Cemetery on Tuesday, May 19. - Roberts-Blue-Barnett Funeral Home, 605 State Street, Emporia, Kansas 66801.

PARKS, Walter
1874-1946
Antioch Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Oct 24 1946 - Walter Parks, colored, died at his home on North Washington street Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The funeral services were held at the Baptist Church on North Main street Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock.

PARKS, Wilbur Lynn
1928-2001
Taberville Cemetery, Taberville, St. Clair Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Apr 27 2001 - Wilbur Lynn Parks, 73, Clinton, died Wednesday, April 25, 2001, at Bates County Memorial Hospital, Butler. He is survived by a son, Gary Parks, Amsterdam; a daughter, Jodi Thomlinson, Walker; one brother, Gene Parks, Taberville; three sisters, Vera Schacker, Harrisonville, Merlene Hamilton and Virginia Craig, Norborne. Funeral services were Friday at Taberville Cemetery.

PARKS, William Benjamin
1872-1937
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Thursday, July 8, 1937 - W. B. Parks, resident of Clinton some 40 years passed into his long sleep at 11:10 p. m. July 5th from his residence at 709 Jefferson street. Mr. Parks had undergone an operation nine months ago from which he had never recovered, an acute malignancy destroying hope of regaining health. Intense suffering borne with a patient, reconciled spirit marked his last weeks with his family and at the last he went peacefully. William Benjamin Parks was born October 21, 1872, at Warsaw, Mo., the only son of Samuel Parks and wife, Emily C. Edwards Parks. Schooled in the local grades at Warsaw he became a farmer which continued his business in life which he followed until late years. March 2, 1898 Mr. Parks and Miss Nelia Belle Hamilton were united in marriage making their home at Gaines for a time that being the home of his bride. Later they moved to Clinton where they have since resided. Six children blessed their home, four surviving their father: sons, Robert, of Clinton and Glenn of the home, daughters, Mrs. George Calvin of North Third and Mrs. Charles Calvin of South Eighth streets, Clinton. A daughter, Mrs. Elsie Forsythe and an infant son, Roy, preceded their father in death. Mr. Parks is also survived by his widow and five sisters, Mrs. Fannie Rainey of Deepwater; Mrs. Ida Gaines of Gaines; Mrs. Laura Wray of Graham, Mo., Mrs. Rachel Adkins, Waterville, Wash., and Mrs. Maria Hood of McAlister, Okla. Mr. Parks, who was a true hearted friend loved his family and looked to the visits of his children with great pleasure as life neared its end. He was a tireless and incessant worker, putting his best effort into the job at hand. He was an efficient employee of the Bush poultry farms seven years, until he was unable to work about four years ago. The funeral services will be Wednesday afternoon at the Wilkinson Funeral Home.

PARKS, William F.
1848-1889
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Death of a Good Man - We learn from M. D. Finks, of the death of Wm. F. Parks, a well known citizen of Tebo township, this county, which sad event occurred on Saturday evening, May 18th. He has been in bad health for a couple of years, but had been going about. He fell on the floor at his residence in an epileptic fit, and in an hour expired. He was bout 38 years of age. He was the son of John M. Parks deceased. He was married to Miss Eunice Jones, sister of A. B. Jones, who with six children, survive him. He was a splendid citizen, and greatly respected by all who knew him. He was buried Sunday, May 19th, at the Calhoun cemetery. - (From our Calhoun correspondent) Died near Calhoun, May 18th, suddenly of heart disease, Mr. William Parks, aged about 38 years. His remains were followed to the grave at Calhoun Sunday by a large concourse of relatives and friends. Elder Harris was sent for to conduct the service, but failed to arrive. Rev. Gedney offered prayer and made very appropriate remarks at the grave. Mr. Parks leaves a wife and six children in comfortable circumstances. He was a good man, a kind friend and neighbor and was respected by all who knew him.

PARKS, William Frederick
1871-1940
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - W. F. Parks, for some 30 years a merchant at Sparrow, and son of pioneer Henry County parents, died at his home at 11:15 p.m. Monday, March 11, 1940. Mr. Parks, who had been ill some time with malignancy that entailed acute sufering, had been much worse the past week and death proved a release from much pain. William Frederick Parks was born Jan. 19, 1871, in southeast Henry County, the son of Joseph and Sarah Duncan Parks, well known early residents of the county. He grew to manhood on the farm of his father and following the tradition of his family became a farmer. February 20, 1895, Miss Lula Ann King of near Leesville became his wife and to them six children were born, all of whom survive. Their home was one where happiness and love abided, where mutual interests bound all closely together and where kindly consideration kept it warm in memory as the boys and girls have gone to homes of their own. Mr. Parks was a member of the Christian Church, having been converted and joined years go at Leesville. He was a fine upright man, whose friends were many and whose life had been an open book of fair dealing and honor. In 1904, they bought the Sparrow store, which they have since operated, building it into an establishment of community interest. His widow; three sons, Clem of Bolivar, Chester of Denver, Loyd of Appleton City; three daughters, Mrs. Florence Kinyon of Kingsville, Mrs. Lorene Robertson of Denver, Mrs. Tracy Ashworth of Lexington, Mo., and five grandchildren, Evelyn Kinyon; George Anne, Dwight Lee, Rosemary and Gloria Jean Parks, survive; also two sisters, Mrs. P. C. Hann of Kansas City and Mrs. Herbert Weathers of Wichita, Kansas, and one brother, Albert Parks, near Tightwad. Funeral services were conducted at the Consalus & Peck Funeral Home in Clinton, Wednesday. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

PARKS, Wilson Washington
1858-1938
Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Wilson Washington Parks answered Jesus' call at 8:00 a.m. October 18, 1938. After suffering 11 days at the State Hospital at Nevada from arterial failure, he died with pneumonia. His age was 80 years and 21 days. He was born in St. Clair County, Missouri, near Osceola, where he spent the first nine years of his life. He helped his father, John H. Parks, operate a grist mill during the civil War, when families came from not only that county, but adjoining counties to have corn ground for bread. Though young in years he was unusually large and strong and cheerfully performed a man's task since most of the grown men were in the army. As a man he operated a sawmill until old age forced him to give up hard work. At the age of 14 he was converted and united with the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, serving as elder in the Surprise congregation for many years and remaining strong in the faith until death. His was a life of devotion to his family and God, nothing being too humble for him to do for loved ones and friends in sickness. Though suffering in recent years from nervous disorders and deafness which handicapped him from leading a more active life, he was ever ready to perform any duty. Possessing inventive and mechanical ideas he labored tirelessly repairing machinery or some needed article for the house, farm, or sawmill. His devotion to his God was strong, never faltering in the faith which was a controlling factor in his last illness. He continually rejoiced in the hope he had that Jesus was coming and how God was blessing him, yet warning everyone to pray and be ready. He was married April 12, 1885 to Sarah Elizabeth Burnsides, who survives him. To this union were born 11 children, three dying in infancy. The surviving are: Fletcher K. Parks, Salida, Colo., Royal H. Parks, Mrs. J. J. Joyce and Ira U. Parks, Brownington; Mrs. Vivian Burdette, Crestwood, Ky.; Misses Ruth and Ruby Parks of Brownington. Other relatives are three granddaughters, four grandsons and nine great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held at the Good Hope Baptist church (today) Thursday. Burial in the cemetery nearby.

PARMALEE, Candace Opal
1987-1992
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Candace O. Parmalee, age four, formerly of Windsor, later of Concordia, died Thursday, April 16, at the University of Kansas Medical Center as the result of burns suffered in a fire at her home. She was born August 20, 1987 in Clinton, daughter of David F. Hooten and Ruby Frances Parmalee Hooten. In addition to her parents, she is survived by a brother, Benjamin L. Parmalee of the home; her maternal grandparents, John and Opal Parmalee of Windsor; her paternal grandmother, Betty Hooten Hughes of Warsaw; her maternal great-grandfather, Rev. Edward L. Pennel of Mack's Creek; her paternal grandfather, Bernard Hooten of Warsaw; four aunts; three uncles, several cousins, great-aunts and great-uncles. Graveside services will be Saturday at the Laurel Oak Cemetery.

PARMALEE, John B.
1937-2016
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
John B. Parmalee, 79, of Windsor, Missouri, died late Wednesday evening, June 8, 2016, at Windsor Healthcare & Rehabilitation. He was born March 3, 1937, in Benton County, Mo., near Shawnee Bend, the son of Blanchard Ervin Parmalee and Ruby Opal (Heitzman) Parmalee. On May 27, 1960, at the Calvary Baptist Church in Windsor, he married Opal Lucille Pennel and she preceded him in death on June 29, 2002. John worked at the International Shoe Factory in Windsor. He then worked in construction with International Labors Local 588 in Sedalia, Mo., for 17 years and Marti Hatchery in Windsor for 13 years. He had served in the Missouri Army National Guard. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) 187 both in Windsor. He enjoyed his morning coffee, being outside, and friendships with his lodge brothers. Spending time with his children and grandchildren was his greatest joy. Survivors include 2 daughters, Ravonda Earline Parmalee, Marshall, Mo.; and Tamera E. Crawford (Daniel), Windsor, Mo.; 9 grandchildren, Jonathan, Zachari, Jeremy, Ryan, Melanie, Courtney, Tiffany, Benjamin, and Micah; 9 great-grandchildren, Korben, Tommy, Jeffery, Landon, Max, Kylie, Kacie, Damian, and R.J.; a sister-in-law Gladys Parmalee, Osceola, Mo.; a half-brother Dean Summers, Tightwad, Mo.; 2 half-sisters Sandy Young, Sedalia, Mo., and Sharon Young, Warsaw, Mo., and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great nephews. In addition to his wife, Opal, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Ruby Frances Henry, a granddaughter Candace Opal Parmalee, a grandson, Jeffrey Smith, a brother Joseph C. Parmalee, and a sister Betty R. Crowder. Funeral services will be Tuesday, June 14, 2016, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PARMALEE, Mary Ann
1962-2004
Oak Grove Cemetery, Collins, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 29 2004 - Funeral services for Mary Ann Parmalee, 42, Roscoe, were held Monday, November 29, with burial in Oak Grove Cemetery, near Collins.

PARMALEE, Opal PENNEL
1942-2002
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 1 2002 - Opal Parmalee, 60, Windsor, died Saturday evening, June 29, 2002, at her home in Windsor. She was born April 7, 1942, in Camden County, near Mack's Creek, the daughter of Rev. Edward Levi Pennel and Beatrice Francies (Driskill) Pennel. On May 27, 1960, at the Calvary Baptist Church in Windsor she married John B. Parmalee, who survives of the home. She was a homemaker and had also worked at Windsor's Resthaven Nursing Home for several years. She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church, Windsor. In addition to her husband, she is survived by three daughters, Ravonda Earline Parmalee, Calhoun, Tamera Elaine Crawford, Bitburg, Germany, and Ruby Francies Hooton, Warrensburg; nine grandchildren; three sisters, May A. Harbor, Lincoln, Rose E. Creach, Windsor, and Janie A. Douglas, Independence; a brother, Rev. Roy A. Pennel, Lawrence, Kansas. She was preceded in death by two brothers, John Franklin Pennel and Paul Issac Pennel; a granddaughter, Candace; two nieces, Annette Pennel and Wanda Ray. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 3, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PARMLEY, Moley Cravlin Sr.
1934-1994
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Moley C. Parmley Sr., 59, Creighton, died Monday, January 31, 1994 at his home. Mr. Parmley was preceded in death by his father, Robert E. Lee Parmley of Kentucky. He is survived by his wife, Maude E. Parmley of the home; two sons, Moley C. Parmley Jr. of Montrose and Tim Parmley of Kansas; his mother, Grace Stevenson Parmley of Ohio; two brothers, Chris Parmley of Arizona and Robert Parmley of Alabama; two sisters, Vera Roy and Mabel Barret of Ohio; two grandsons, James and Travis Parmley of Florence, Kansas and three granddaughters, Rebecca, Deborah and Ashley Parmley of Clinton. Funeral services were held at Sickman-Dunning Chapel on Thursday, February 3, 1994. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

PARMLEY, Sylvia Sue SICKMAN
1955-2008
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 10 2008 - Sylvia Sue Parmley, 53, of Montrose, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 8, 2008, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton, Missouri. Sylvia was born July 11, 1955 in Henry County the daughter of Dennis W. and Rosalie "Schussler" Sickman. She enjoyed working in her flowerbeds, was a loving mother to her stepdaughters and a doting grandmother who never missed a family gathering. Surviving Sylvia is her husband, Jr. of the home, her mother Rosalie Sickman of Montrose, Missouri, three stepdaughters, Rebecca Collins of Clinton, Missouri, Deborah Bergen and husband Jeremy of Montrose, Missouri, Ashley Parmley of Clinton,Missouri, three sisters, Julie Nold and husband Bob of Texas, Claudia Higgins and husband Bob of Deepwater, Missouri, Deborah Nold and husband Stanley of Montrose, Missouri, two granddaughters, Laura Parmley of Clinton, Missouri, Miranda Collins of Clinton, Missouri, one grandson Walker Bergen of Montrose, Montrose, and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her father Dennis Sickman and two brothers, Chris Sickman and David Sickman. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 in the chapel of Consalus Funeral Home. Burial will be in the St. Mary’s Cemetery, Montrose, Missouri.

PARR, Annie SALLEE
1845-1930
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Annie Sallee Parr first saw the light of this world on the 29th of October, 1845. Her birthplace was Albany, Missouri. At 11:50 on the 20th of December, 1930, she laid down her hands of toil after a long pilgrimage upon earth lasting over a period of eighty-five years, one month and twenty-one days. It was her wish that she might die in her old home at 510 South McLane street. In compliance with this desire, the house was repapered and she was brought back here from Kansas City some five or six weeks ago. She had been ailing for about a year and had been seriously sick since last July, when she was taken to Kansas City to be with one of her daughters. In the year 1861 she was united in holy wedlock to Cephas W. Parr. This union was blessed with eleven children of whom only four survive. Some of them died during infancy but one daughter who grew to maturity passed to her reward seven years ago and another five years previous to that. She joined the M. E. church at Olathe, Kans., and used to attend the First M. E. church in Clinton, but she has not been physically able to attend for a number of years. She leaves to mourn her departure, her son, R. S. Parr, of Clinton; Mrs. Rosa Mallory of Clinton; Mrs. Birdie Miller and Mrs. Louise Blakeman, both of Kansas City, MO., besides other relatives and friends. Interment was at Englewood.

PARRACK, Ann BELL
1928-2013
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Ann Parrack, 85, of Windsor, Missouri, died Sunday morning, June 2, 2013, at the Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Windsor. She was born January 10, 1928, in Thrush, Missouri, the daughter of Harrison "Harry" Bell and Ary Ellen (Nixon) Bell. On June 3, 1989, in Windsor, Missouri at the First Baptist Church, she married Bob Parrack and he survives of the home. Ann worked in the administrative branch of New York Life Insurance Company for 37 years, working in the Kansas City, Missouri office. Earlier in her life she had also worked at the International Shoe Factory in Windsor for several years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church and the Roundtable reading group, of the church. She loved flower gardening and was a member of the Windsor Garden Club. Ann also enjoyed reading and writing. In addition to her husband, Bob, survivors include 3 nephews, Jeff Gatschet and his wife Mimi, Raymore, Mo.; Mike Gatschet and his wife Tina, Raytown, Mo.; and Rich Gatschet and his wife Christine, Blue Springs, Mo.; a niece, Debbie Zinn and her husband Wiley, Belton, Texas; 8 great-nieces and nephews, Ary, Jon, Laura, Jacob, Dalton, Morgan, Emily, and Andrew; 4 great-great-nieces and nephews, Mary Grace, Jack, Vance and Kendall; and a brother-in-law, Gale VanSlyke, Windsor, Mo. She was preceded in death by her parents and 3 sisters, Mary Ellen Watson, Frances VanSlyke, and Reta Gatschet. Funeral services will be Wednesday afternoon, June 5, 2013, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PARRACK, Ruby L. THOMPSON
1904-2000
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 19 2000 - Ruby L. Parrack, 95, Windsor, died Saturday afternoon, June 17, 2000, at the Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. She was born September 23, 1904, in Windsor, the daughter of John Albert Thompson and Mary A. (Zollicker) Thompson. On November 29, 1928, in Windsor, she married Burt S. Parrack, who died August 15, 1972. She was a homemaker. She had also worked for the International Shoe Factory in Windsor and the Kroger Store in Windsor. She graduated from Windsor High School in 1923. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Windsor. She is survived by two sons, Bob Parrack and his wife Ann, Windsor, and Richard Parrack and his wife Billie Jo, Belton; a grandson, Tony Parrack, Belton; several cousins. She was preceded in death by four sisters an infant brother. Funeral services will be Tuesday at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PARRATT, Harold Ray "Polly"
1920-1996
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Harold Ray "Polly" Parratt, 76, Clinton, died Monday, May 20, 1996, at his home. Mr. Parratt was born January 26, 1920, in Concordia, Kansas, the son of Curt and Edna (McNutt) Parratt. He was a veteran of the Coast Guard, serving in World War II. Mr. Parratt was a lifelong resident of Henry County. He owned and operated a sheet metal business until his retirement. He is survived by his wife, Margaret, of the home; two sons, Jim Parratt and wife Marilyn and John Parratt, all of Clinton; two brothers, Harry Parratt, Clinton, and Robert Parratt, Warsaw; four grandchildren, Rodney Parratt, Clinton, Jeremy Parratt, Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, Amy Wolford of Texas and Kelley Holley, Quinlan, Texas.

PARRATT, Harry Frank
1921-2002
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 8 2002 - Harry Frank Parratt was born December 25, 1921, in Concordia, Kansas, son of Curt and Edna McNutt Parratt. He died July 16, 2002, at his home. He lived in the Clinton area most of his life. He married Maxine Gordon in 1970. He served with the United States Coast Guard during World War II. He was a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Local #2 and an avid hunter and fisherman. Preceding him in death were his first wife, Nellie; his parents; two brothers, Harold and Johnny Parratt; one sister, Edith Scrogham, and one son, Orville Keesler, Jr. He is survived by his wife, Maxine; two sons, Frank Parratt and wife Dee, Clinton, Steven Parratt, Talley Bend; one daughter, Norma Lawler and husband Willie, Clinton; one brother Robert Parratt, Montrose; five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held July 16 at Englewood Cemetery.

PARRATT, Johnny Mac
1950-2016
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 26 2016 - Johnny M. Parratt, 66, Clinton, passed away Saturday, July 23, 2016, at Clinton Healthcare & Rehab Center, Clinton. Among survivors are his son Jeremy, and his brother Jim Parratt.

PARRATT, Lois Jean COLE
1937-2013
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 13 2013 - Lois J. Parratt, 75, formerly of Clinton, died on Friday, May 10, 2013, at Golden Years Healthcare Center, Harrisonville. Lois was born on September 12, 1937, to Steven A. and Mable "Huey" Cole near Calhoun. After graduating from high school she married Robert Lee Parratt. She was a homemaker, spending much time with her children. Even though Lois and Robert Lee later divorced, they remained close friends until she died. Lois was known to many as "Granny." She built her entire life around her family and they in turn were devoted to her. Lois had lifelong friendships that she held dear. She also had a strong religious commitment and knew the Lord, holding Him close to her heart. Surviving her are her two daughters, Patracia (Tracia) Weakley (Myles) and Beatrice (BeaAnn) Bilbruck, both of Montrose; five grandchildren, Michael Bilbruck, Monica (Will) Blevins, Rob (Amber) Parratt, P. Ryan Dorris and Jamie (Damien) Dorris; 12 great-grandchildren, Brittany Bilbruck, Zach Blevins, Michael Ryan Bilbruck, Eli Bilbruck, Dominic Blevins, Levi Dorris, Ashlynn Dorris, Tristen Anderson, Preston Anderson, Cheyanna Parratt, Jeffrey Parratt and Katee Short. Lois also had a large host of friends she considered her extended family. Preceding her in death were her parents and a brother, John Cole. On May 12, a funeral service was conducted, followed by interment at Calhoun Cemetery, Calhoun.

PARRATT, Margaret K.
1919-2007
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 3 2007 - Margaret K. Parratt, 87, Clinton, died Tuesday, January 2, 2007, at Westwood Nursing Center, Clinton. It was her request to be cremated with no services. She was born in Blairstown. She was a school teacher in Warsaw. She later worked for Rival Manufacturing Co. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Harold Ray Parratt, on May 20, 1996; two brothers, James Marksberry Jr. and Kenneth Marksberry, and two sisters, Mary Lee Marksberry and Kathryn Marksberry. She is survived by two sons, Jim Parratt and wife Marilyn and John Parratt, all of Clinton; one sister, Dorothy Hayden of Chilhowee; two grandsons, Rodney Parratt of Clinton and Jeremy Parratt of Independence; one granddaughter Amy Parratt of Texas and one great-granddaughter Tanna Parratt of Clinton.

PARRATT, Maxine GORDON McNUTT
1923-2010
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 7 2010 - Maxine Parratt, 87, Clinton, died Thursday, September 2, 2010, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. She was born March 15, 1923, in Kansas City to Joseph William Gordon and Nora E. (Terry) Gordon. Maxine was employed as a seamstress for Unitog, then later was a dental assistant for Dr. Max Cull. She married Jack McNutt in 1940 and he preceded her in death in 1970. She later married Harry Parratt and he preceded her in death in 2002. She was a member of the Baptist faith. She was an avid bowler for several years and was a former member of the Eagles Lodge. Survivors include a stepdaughter, Norma Lawler and her husband William, Clinton; two stepsons, Frank Parratt and his wife Dee, Clinton, and Steve Parratt, Talley Bend; a niece, Nora Robbins and her husband Melvin, Windsor; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren and numerous other nieces and nephews. In addition to her husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Viola Moreland and Helen Mallory. Graveside services and interment were Tuesday, September 7, at Englewood Cemetery.

PARRATT, Robert Lee
1930-2014
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Robert Lee Parratt, age 84 of Montrose, MO, died at Golden Years Nursing Home, Harrisonville, MO on Wednesday, September 10, 2014. Robert was born in Pittsburg, Kansas on February 21, 1930 to Curt Parratt and Edna 'McNutt' Parratt. After school, he went to Typewriter Repair training, and then worked in the Typewriter Repair business for 25 years. Robert married Lois Jean Cole and to this union two daughters were born. Robert was well known as a kind and gentle soul. He loved to fish, hunt, collect arrowheads, and other geological artifacts. Robert also loved history and all kinds of music. He was well known for his 'tinkering' and he loved to teach his family anything he could. Survivors include his two daughters, Beatrice A. 'Parratt' Bilbruck and Patracia L. Weakley (Myles) all of Montrose, MO; five grandchildren, Michael L. Bilbruck, Monica M. Blevins, Robert W. Parratt (Amber), P. Ryan Dorris and Jamie J. Dorris (Damien Short); and thirteen great-grandchildren, Levi M. Dorris, Ashlynn R. Dorris, Cheyanna S. Parratt, Jeffrey Short Parratt, Tristen D. Anderson, Preston W. Anderson, Katee Short, Damien Short, Jr., Ryan M. Bilbruck, Elijah Bilbruck, Brittany Bilbruck, Zack Blevins and Dominic Blevins. Preceding him in death was his mother; a sister, Edith; two brothers, John Harold and Harry Parratt; and a nephew, Robert Scrogham. A funeral service will be conducted on Monday, September 15, 2014 in the chapel of Consalus Funeral Home, Clinton. Interment will follow at Vansant Road Cemetery.

PARRIS, James Leonard "Jimmie" Jr.
1946-2015
Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pleasant Hill, Cass Co, MO
James Leonard "Jimmie" Parris, Jr., 68, of Clinton, formerly of Pleasant Hill, was born, June 18, 1946, in Pleasant Hill, the son of James Leonard, Sr. and Lela Faye (Rosanbalm) Parris. He departed this life Sunday, March 1, 2015, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. Jim was a 1963 Pleasant Hill High School graduate and was a United States Navy Veteran. On December 4, 2014, he was united in marriage to Deborah (Duncan) Hull in Benton County. Jim was employed as a Propane Salesman for CO-OP in Pleasant Hill, retiring in 2003. While working, he also farmed and raised cattle. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. Jim was a member of the Hickory Grove Baptist Church. Jim was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Linda Walker. He is survived by his wife Debbie of Clinton; one son James Scott Parris of Pleasant Hill; two daughters, Karen Kay (and Brad) Nichols of Kansas City and Jill Nicole (and Kelly) Keister of Adrian; eight grandchildren, Coleton James Parris, Sullivan Paige Parris, Savannah Nicole Parris, Jessica Kathleen (and Aaron) Asher, Richard Tyler Marks, Samantha Keister, Tearsten Keister, Tanna Keister, and Karter Keister; two great grandchildren, Mathew Asher and Drake Asher; two brothers, Jackie Lee (and Janice) Parris and Jon Kent (and Tawnya) Parris, both of Pleasant Hill; one sister Sheryl (and Danny) Knox of Archie; brother-in-law Charley Walker of Pleasant Hill; other relatives; and a host of many, many friends. Funeral services were held Friday, March 6, 2015, at the funeral home. Graveside military services and interment were in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery with full military honors by the US Navy and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3116 Honor Guard.

PARRISH, Jack E. Sr.
1928-2006
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Shawnee News-Star, Shawnee, OK, May 21 2006 - Shawnee resident Jack E. Parrish Sr., 78, died Thursday, May 18, 2006, in Shawnee. He was born March 6, 1928, in Deepwater, Mo., to Marion O. and Juliette F. (Davis) Parrish. He graduated from Shawnee High School in 1945. He retired from the U.S. Air Force as senior master sergeant and the Alabama State Troopers. He was a Mason and of the Presbyterian faith. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Jean Parrish, and a son, Jack. E. Parrish Jr. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Tony Owens of Montgomery, Ala.; a daughter-in-law, Marsha Parrish of Montgomery, Ala.; the children's mother, Boncile N. Parrish of Montgomery, Ala.; grandchildren, Slade and Laura Parris and Kirsten and Lance Parrish Owens, all of Montgomery, Ala.; sisters, Russie Early of Overland Park, Kan.; Margaret St. Clair and Jean Knodle, both of Riverside, Calif., Carol Souders and her husband, Garry, of Shawnee; a brother, Phil Parrish and his wife, Sally, of Norman; special companion and friends, Mary Matthews and Carl; a special pet, JJ, his dachshund, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Graveside service will be Monday at Deepwater Cemetery in Deepwater, Mo.

PARROTT, Marvin H.
1909-1991
Knob Noster Cemetery, Knob Noster, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Marvin H. Parrott, 81, Knob Noster, died Friday, Sept. 13, 1991, at the home of his son, north of Knob Noster. He was born Oct. 27, 1909, near Valley City, the son of Else Claude Parrott and Ethel Honey Parrott. He had lived in the Knob Noster area all his life and had worked as a dairy farmer. He was a member of the Knob Noster Methodist Church for 74 years and was active in the church choir and had served as Sunday school superintendent and on the church administrative board. He was a member of the Farm Bureau for more than 50 years and was a past president. He was a lifetime member of the American Guernsey Breeders, and the Missouri Guernsey Breeders and was a member of the Dairy Shrine Club and was a charter member of the Missouri Dairy Hall of Honor. He also had served on the Knob Noster School Board. On April 20, 1932, he married Nellie Davis in Holden. She survives. In addition to his wife of the home, survivors include two sons, William D. Parrott, Staten Island, N.Y., and Jerry L. Parrott, Knob Noster; one daughter, Mrs. Jim (Rose Evelyn) Skeen, Orlando, Fla.; a sister, Marcella Parrott, Wichita, Kansas; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, Sept. 16, at the Knob Noster Methodist Church. Burial was in the Knob Noster Cemetery.

PARSCALE, Bessie Pearl STARK WEAVER
1896-1992
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Bessie Pearl Stark was born on October 29, 1896, in her parents' home near Harper and Iconium, to John Clements Stark and Cynthia Ann Car Stark. She was the youngest of four children, with brothers, Daniel, Frances and Jesse. On November 4, 1914, she and Houston Norflete Weaver were married. He died on March 9, 1924, leaving Bessie with two daughters, Jessie Ellice Weaver and Lucille Pearl Weaver. On June 10, 1925, she was married to Jessie M. Parscale at Osceola. She became the stepmother of Dorothy, Orpha Lee, James and Jay Parscale. She resided in Brownington about 40 years, moving with Jesse to Deepwater in 1970, where she lived until one year ago, when she entered Sycamore View Nursing Home, until her death on March 13, 1992. She is survived by one daughter, Jessie Cole; three granddaughters, Louanna Simmons of Kansas, Suzan Nolan of South Dakota and Connie Howle of South Dakota; six great-grandchildren, step-daughter, Orpha Lee Norris, and 11 step-grandchildren. She created beauty where she could, using everyday things around her in quilting, in crocheted and embroidered pieces, in the thousands of well-planned and nourishing meals she prepared. She loved flowers; long ago the rows of bright annuals bloomed alongside rows of corn and potatoes, roses climbed trellises and daffodils shared springtime gold under her care, and windowsills were bright with geraniums and Christmas cactus. A clean and orderly house welcomed friends and family every day, no matter how busy she was with seasonal chores. Traditional values instilled in her during childhood remained a part of her adult life - frugality, practicality, a slow and conservative approach to anything new, along with the feeling that "new" wasn't necessarily "better". Her quiet faith in her God and His Promises guided her and sustained her through the loss of two husbands, a daughter, most of her relatives and lifelong friends and through the many setbacks and disappointments life hands to all of us. She was a very private person, an anachronism who perhaps was sometimes not entirely comfortable with the fast moving pace of life around her, but the stability and unchanging views she held about what was good and bad, right and wrong, served as a reminder, a lesson, a caution to all around her that some things, some values and truths are forever. We who loved her will miss her, but we are joyful in our certainty that she is now in the wonderful second phase of her life, for which the first was lived. Funeral services were held on March 15, 1992, at the Sickman & Dunning Chapel. Burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery in Brownington.

PARSCALE, Frances Luinda COOK BLACK
1913-1994
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Frances Luinda Cook Black Parscale was born May 11, 1913 in King City, Missouri to Frank Alexander and Cora Etta McConnaughey Cook and passed away Wednesday, February 9, 1994 at Meadowbrook Nursing Home in Clinton at the age of 80 years, 8 months and 29 days. Frances was married to Alba Black on October 28, 1928 and he preceded her in death in July 1955. On March 21, 1959 she married Bill Parscale and Bill died in January 1988. Frances was a seamstress for Unitog in Warrensburg and Clinton before she retired in 1962. She was a member of the Allen Street Baptist Church, Clinton. She was preceded in death by her parents, two husbands, Alba and Bill; one son, Wayne Shelby Black in May 1982, and three brothers, Ira Cook, Otis Cook and Virgil Cook. Frances is survived by one daughter, Vera Black Atkinson, Rochester, Minnesota; one stepdaughter, Shirley LaHotta, Junction City, Kansas; one brother, Ruben Cook, Denver, Colorado; two sisters, Mattie Labadie, Clinton and Jaunita Williams, Foristell, Missouri; eight grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and 10 step-great-grandchildren as well as a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Allen Street Baptist Church, Saturday, February 12, 1994. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

PARSCALE, Iva Ray MAYFIELD
1896-1923
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, May 18 1923 - Iva Ray Parscale, second daughter of Hugh Mayfield and wife, was born April 16th, 1896, at Buffalo, Mo.; departed this life May 9th, 1923, at 4 p.m. at the home of her father-in-law, Jim Parscale, as she was visiting at the Urlay Hill home, east of town when she became ill. Mrs. Parscale was 27 years and 25 days old at the time of her death, which was due to appendicitis, and the appendix bursted before medical aid could be summoned. August 18, 1912, at Buffalo, Mo., Iva Mayfield was united in marriage to Jesse Parscale. To this union were born four children - Dorothea, 8 years; Orpha Lee, 5; Irla Jay, 3, and James Hubert, 16 months. Deceased had made her home in Deepwater for nearly seven years, and in that time had made many friends. To know her was to love her for her sunny life and cheerful disposition. She was a kind and loving young mother, affectionate daughter and sister, and a friend to everyone. Iva will be sadly missed, especially by her husband and children, for what is home without a mother? She attended the Baptist church. Was a firm believer in Christ and always lived a Christian life. It was her request that at her services, an old favorite song she loved so well be sang, "This is Like Heaven to Me." Funeral services were held at her home Thursday, May 10th. Interment in Brownington cemetery. She leaves to mourn their loss, besides her companion and four children, a father, mother, three sisters - Mrs. Inez Skaggs, Buffalo, Mo.; Dolly and Edna Mayfield, of Deepwater; three brothers - Orville, Walter and Leaford Mayfield, also of Deepwater, and a host of other relatives and friends.

PARSCALE, James Chester "Chet"
1911-1993
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - James Chester Parscale, son of James and Nancy Elizabeth Hawkins Parscale, was born September 12, 1911 in Buffalo, Mo. and passed away February 26, 1993 at Golden Valley Hospital at the age of 81. Chet, as he was known, had lived in Deepwater and Jerico Springs before moving to Clinton six years ago. He was united in marriage to Ruby LaGore September 12, 1964 at the Deepwater Methodist Church by the Rev. Pitchford. He worked at the W. S. Dickey Tile Co. in Deepwater and was in the U.S. Post Office for 26 years, retiring as postmaster at Jerico Springs in 1980. Chet was Scoutmaster in Deepwater for a number of years. He was a member of the Tribe of Mic-O-Say and received the Order of Merit from the Lone Bear District in 1959. He was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church, The Clinton Masonic Lodge No. 548 and the Order of Eastern Star, Clinton. He is survived by his wife Ruby of the home; one sister Anna Goslin, Clinton, as well as a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at Northeast Baptist Church Tuesday, March 2, 1992. Burial was in Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

PARSCALE, Ruby V. LaGORE
1914-1997
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Yakima, Washington - Ruby V. Parscale, 83, went to be with the Lord and her beloved husband, Chet, on June 4 1997 in Yakima (Wash.). Ruby was born March 24, 1914 to Robert and Maggie Stewart (LaGore) in Bosworth, Missouri. At the age of four Ruby and her brothers joined their extended DeLozier family. Ruby lived and worked in Odessa, Texas for twenty years. She returned to Deepwater, MO to marry Chester Parscale September 12, 1964. The couple made their home in Deepwater until moving to Jerico Springs, MO where Chet was postmaster. While in Jerico Springs, Ruby was active in Eastern Star, church and community functions. She loved to entertain family and friends. Ruby and Chet returned to Clinton, MO upon his retirement. They celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary in 1989. In August of 1994 Ruby moved to Yakima to be near her family. Ruby is survived by a step-sister, Erma Dunning of Grand Junction, Colo; half-sister, Elsie Rogers of Colchester, Ill.; sisters-in-law, Ruby LaGore of Hale, MO, Sarah LaGore of Marshall, MO, Josephine, and Maxine DeLozier of Wapato, WA, Leona DeLozier of Yakima, WA, and Blanche DeLozier of Deepwater, MO; also surviving are many nieces and nephews from the Parscale and DeLozier families. Ruby was preceded in death by her husband, Chet; two brothers, Russell and Clyde LaGore; half-brother, Virgil "Ed" DeLozier, and step-brothers, Dick, Tom, Jesse, Elmer and Rufus DeLozier. Funeral services were held in Clinton, MO, with burial in the Maplewood Cemetery at Brownington, MO. Merritt Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

PARSLEY, Benjamin Franklin
1855-1935
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Feb 7 1935 - Benjamin Franklin Parsley died at 5:15 p.m. Saturday, January 26, at Brownington. His health had been failing for some time. Mr. Parsley, son of George M. and Amanda A. Parsley, was born at Fristoe, Benton County, March 22, 1855, lacking less than two months being 80 years old at his death. He was married to Hannah Gelena Lewis in 1880 and they were given six children. Mrs. Parsley ahd five children preceded him in death. The surviving son is Harry Parsley of Brownington. Mrs. Parsley died in 1897, and in 1898 Mr. Parsley and Mrs. Mollie Belle Gentry were married. They had one child, who is dead. Mr. Parsley lived in Clinton from 1900 to 1918, then went to Deepwater where he lived until a few weeks ago, going to Brownington a short time before his death. He was a member of the Christian church at Fristoe. Besides his son and wife, three grandsons, six granddaughters, and two great granddaughters survive him. Funeral services were held at Brownington Baptist church Sunday. Burial was in the Brownington cemetery.

PARSLEY, Damaris A. BUCHANAN
1845-1891
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Saturday, Sep 19 1891 - Died, Monday night, between 10 and 11, Mrs. H. C. Parsley, of dropsy and heart disease, at their home on South Main Street. Mrs. Parsley had been subject to heart disease but thru her entire illness never gave up to go to bed. Last Saturday, Drs. Johnson and Gibbins drew several gallons of water from her and Sunday morning she went to breakfast but later in the day she took two chills and Monday night, the cord that bound her spirit to earth severed and a devoted husband and two fair daughters were left to mourn. We have lost a noble Christian woman. Her maiden name was Miss Damarius Buchanan, born in Morgan county, Illinois; married Mr. Parsley in Decatur, Ill. March 14, 1871; three children were born to them, one dying in Kansas. Misses Cora and Della are their father's pride and comfort in his loneliness. One brother, J. C. Buchanan resides in Clinton; a sister in Fort Scott and two brothers in Arkansas. Rev. Skillman conducted a short funeral at the home and the remains were laid in Englewood.

PARSLEY, Dewey L.
1899-1905
Clinton Missouri, Feb 4 1905 - Dewey L. Parsley, little 5-year old daughter of B. F. Parsley, was born October 12, 1899, and departed this life at 10 minutes of 4 Tuesday morning, January 31, 1905. She was taken ill at the residence of her brother T. C. Gentry, 214 North Eighth Street. Little Dewey had suffered a great deal. All was done for her that a skillful doctor, kiind father and realtives could do, but to no avail. She has gone home to heaven to meet her mother, who a few years ago heeded her Master's call. The funeral services were conducted Wednesday morning.

PARSONS, Dorothy Naomi WYATT
1915-2000
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Feb 28 2000 - Dorothy Naomi Parsons, daughter of Thomas and Lucy Disney Wyatt, was born April 17, 1915, in Henry County and died Monday, February 7, 2000, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Dorothy was married to Everett Horrell Parsons on December 28, 1930, in LaDue. Everett preceded her in death on May 4, 1982. Dorothy was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton and the LaDue Community Club. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Everett, and one half-sister, Anna Smith, and one half-brother, Page Huffman. She is survived by her three children, James E. Parsons and wife, Carol, of Clinton, JoAnn Brown and husband, Joe, of Cole Camp, and Ann Mellen and husband, Wyatt, of Clinton; one brother, David E. Wyatt of Clarksville, as well as eight grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Wednesday, February 9. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery.

PARSONS, Edith Vivian "Vicki" McNAIR
1927-2004
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 7 2005 - Edith Vivian Parsons, better known as "Vicki", Clinton, died December 16, 2004, at Clinton Healthcare at the age of 77 after a lengthy illness. Vicki was born July 26, 1927, in Independence, daughter of the late Joel S. and Tressie Edith (Burke) McNair. Vicki married Joseph Parsons, who preceded her in death August 13, 1998. She is survived by one daughter, Lynda Dvorak and husband Tony, Kansas City, and one son Damon and wife Susan, Clinton; eight grandchildren, Anton Dvorak Jr., John Dvorak, Mark Dvorak and Jim Dvorak, all of Kansas City, Dan Dvorak of Sarasota, Florida, Ashley and Ali Parsons of Clinton, Kristin Parsons, Wichita, Kansas; two great-grandsons Michael and Thomas Dvorak of Kansas City; three brothers, Raymond McNair of California, Marion McNair of Florida, Burk McNair of Texas, and on sister, Peggy Batterton of Arkansas; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, her parents, on sister and two brothers and a granddaughter. Vicki enjoyed traveling, cooking, all types of needlework, gardening, making jewelry, visiting with friends and especially her family. Graveside services were held Monday, December 20, at Englewood Cemetery.

PARSONS, Elma RANDALL
1920-2002
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 24 2002 - Elma (Randall) Parsons was born March 22, 1920, on the family farm near Lowry City, to Charles and Elena (Walts) Randall, and died at her home in Appleton City on Sunday, May 19, 2002. She married Richard Parsons February 26, 1939. She was a member of Harmony Baptist Church. Elma was the ninth child of a family of nine, Walts, Nathalie, Herbert, Elsie, Helen, Ray, Ruth and Rodney. She attended school at Grandview School near Lowry City. On February 26, 1939, Elma was united in marriage to Clarence Richard Parsons by Rev. L. J. Miller at his home near Ohio, Missouri. To this union, two children were born, Leslie Gene and Beverly June. The family lived on their farm southeast of Appleton City. Elma was a good, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a member of Harmony Baptist Church. She taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School for many years. She spent many hours gardening, solving crossword puzzles, sewing, quilting and reading. She read the Bible cover-to-cover three times in her lifetime. Her dedication for her family was unconditional. She attended many ball games, graduations and events for her children and grandchildren. We all cherish the love and time each of us had with her. Elma was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence; her parents, and her brothers and sisters, Walts, Herbert, Nathalie, Helen and Ruth. Survivors include her two children and spouses, Leslie and Judi Parsons of Appleton City and Beverly and Cecil Shouse of Nevada; her six grandchildren and their families, Larry, Jackie, Jacob, Tyler and Lawrence Shouse of Nevada, Gary, Mary Jo, Dillon, Elizabeth and Dalton Shouse of Spearville, Kansas, Rick, Regina Tucker and Jackson Evans of Centralia, Jeff, Stephanie, Amanda and Deidra Nelson, Butler, Dale, Pam and Valerie Craft of Butler, and Steve Parsons of Kansas City; her sister, Elsie Jones, Clinton; her brothers, Ray Randall of Prescott, Kansas, Rodney and Lelah Randall of Unionville, and brother-in-law Harold Graham of Clinton. Funeral services were Tuesday, May 21, at Hill & Son Funeral Home. Burial was in Appleton City cemetery.

PARSONS, Frances E. DesCOMBES
1915-2003
Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 25 2003 - Frances E. (DesCombes) Parsons died Friday, March 21, 2003, at The Forum of Overland Park, Kansas. Funeral services will be Wednesday, March 26, at the Church of the Nativity Chapel in Leawood, Kansas. Burial will be in Leeton. Formerly of Kansas City, she was born on May 9, 1915, in Leeton. She was an executive secretary with Chevrolet for 20 years. After her retirement from Chevrolet, she began a retail career at Jaccard's Jewelry and Swanson's on the Plaza until 1985. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Clyde DesCombes and Stanley DesCombes. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Rich and Patty Parsons, and three grandchildren Rhett, Alexis and John Parsons, all of Leawood; nephews and cousins.

PARSONS, June G.
1920-2004
Mount Zion Cemetery, Osage Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 10 2004 - Mrs. June G. Parsons, 83, Osceola, died Friday, May 7, 2004, at her home near Osceola. Funeral services will be Wednesday, May 12, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Mt. Zion Cemetery, near Quincy.

PASCHALL, Joseph Allan Jr.
2014-2014
Joseph Allan Paschall, Jr. passed away Monday, September 8, 2014 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, Missouri. A memorial service will be held Friday, September 12, 2014 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, Missouri. Joseph was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Faith Little. He is survived by his parents, Joseph Allan Paschall, Sr. and Hally Little, 2 brothers, Landon Little and Brendon Hartman, 2 sisters, Kylie Hoefler and Riley Ann Julian, paternal grandparents, Rich Paschall and Cheryl Tettaton, adoptive grandparents, Donna Rogers and George Blackman, his godparents, Jenny and Steve Hargrave, and a host of aunts and uncles; Kerri (Coty) Little, Charity (Tim) Gardner, Mandy (Jeremiah) Little, and Justin (Laura) Paschall.

PASLEY, Ada B. CROWDER
abt 1907-1993
Roscoe Cemetery, Roscoe, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Ada B. Pasley, 86, of Osceola, died Tuesday, June 15, 1993 at Sac-Osage Hospital in Osceola. Mrs. Pasley was born in Thayer, MO. She had lived in the Roscoe community near Osceola since 1926. She and her late husband Clyde established Pasley Auction Co. in 1938. She also taught at Roscoe and ElDorado Springs High Schools. She is survived by two sons, Clyde M. Pasley Jr. of Bella Vista, Arkansas, and Dale C. Pasley of Osceola; one brother Lewis Crowder of Springfield; one sister Edith Biggers of Sacramento, California; two grandsons and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Friday, June 18, 1993 at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Roscoe Cemetery.

PASLEY, Julia Ann
1933-1991
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Julia Ann Pasley, 58, Osceola, died Dec. 21, 1991 at the home. She was born in Sacramento, Ca., and lived in Los Angeles and Chicago before moving to Osceola in 1971. Mrs. Pasley was a G.E.D. examiner and part-time counselor for Penn Valley Community College in Kansas City. She was a bookkeeper for the Pasley Auction Co. in Osceola from 1974 to 1983. She taught at the Roscoe school in the early 1970s. She was a junior high school teacher in Sacramento from 1958 to 1971. Earlier she was an airline hostess for Trans World Airlines in Chicago and was an assistant fashion coordinator for Bullock's Department Store in Los Angeles. She received her bachelor's degree from San Jose State University in California. She received her master's degree from Central Missouri State University. She was a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society and Gamma Phi Beta; the T.W.A. clipped Wings; the Grace United Methodist Church, Osceola; the P.E.O. Sisterhood; the St. Clair County Library Board of Trustees; the American Red Cross Aid to Military; the cofounder of the Osage Valley Art Council; and a member of the Republican Women's Club. Survivors include her husband Dale of the home. Memorial services will be Tuesday at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola; cremation.

PASLEY, Margaret Ann "Maggie" KERNS
1935-1998
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 11 1998 - Margaret Ann (Maggie) Pasley, Warsaw, died Thursday, December 10, 1998, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center of Clinton. Funeral services will be held Sunday, December 13, at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor. Mrs. Pasley was born in Brownington, the daughter of Hadley and Nora (Walters) Kerns. She was a homemaker and loved antiques and auctions. She is survived by one son, Michael D. Madole, Windsor; three daughters, Pamela A. Bucklew, Cole Camp, Terry D. Stackhouse, Deepwater, and Julie R. Acker, Windsor; her mother, Nora Kerns, Clinton; two sisters, Bernice Brown, Clinton, and Roberta King and husband, Dave, Raytown; six grandchildren, Davy Smarr, Jessalynn Acker, Venisa Meek, Kira Meek, Jaz Espinoza, Cortney Acker; three step-grandchildren, Andrew, Amber and Austin Stackhouse. She was preceded in death by a son, Carl Lee Madole; a sister, Judy Kerns, and her father, Hadley Kerns.

PASLEY, Richard Ellison
1949-1991
Roscoe Cemetery, Roscoe, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Richard Ellison Pasley, 42, Fayetteville, Ark., died at Nevada, Mo., Aug. 5. He was born at Clinton April 4, 1949. He leaves his wife, Barbara, of Fayetteville; a daughter, Hattie of Clinton; his mother, Nona Dennis of Clinton and one sister, Martha Richardson of Clinton; a niece, Deanna Gwatney of Leeton, and a nephew, Phillip Gwatney of Clinton. Graveside services will be held at Roscoe Cemetery on Thursday.

PATE, C. David
1935-2008
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 7 2008 - C. David Pate, 73, of Warsaw, Mo., died Saturday October 18, 2008 at his son's home in Kansas City, Mo., following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born in Weston, Mo., on August 12, 1935 to Samuel Davis Pate and Elizabeth Holten Pendygraft Pate. On July 3, 1954 he married the former Maxine Richey in Lathrop, Mo., and she survives of the home. David was employed as superintendent with the former Kansas City Gas Company, now known as Missouri Gas Energy, retiring in 1992, after nearly 40 years of service. He had been a member of the Church of Christ faith having been a deacon and elder with the Liberty Church of Christ, Liberty, Mo., and most recently a member of the Leesville Church of Christ, Leesville, Mo. In his spare time he enjoyed hunting and fishing and spending time with his family and numerous friends. In addition to his wife, survivors include, two sons, Chris Pate and his wife Diane of Kansas City, and Philip Pate and his wife Penny of Liberty; a daughter Cindy Stocksdale and her husband David of Liberty; seven beloved grandchildren, Colleen, Cory, Brianna, Ben, Kelsey, Annie, and Caleb; and a sister Tresa Sullivan and her husband Eddie of Kirbyville, Mo. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be Wednesday October 22, 2008 at the Bradley and Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PATRICK, Frances Matilda ROBINSON
1918-2011
Grant Cemetery, Creighton, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 1 2011 - Frances Matilda (Robinson) Patrick was born February 27, 1918, at the family home, north of Creighton in Henry County, the daughter of Vernon Vankirk and Eunice (Gourley) Robinson. She died at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, on Friday, February 18, 2011, at the age of 92 years. Frances was married to Elmer Patrick on March 10, 1943, who preceded her in death on December 10, 1980. To this union, three children were born: a son, Ray Vankirk Patrick, a daughter, Sara Esther Kauffman, and a son Travis Lee Patrick. Growing up in rural Henry County, Frances attended elementary school for three years at Bunker Hill and graduated from eighth grade at Bee Branch. From there, she attended Urich High School one year and graduated from Garden City High School in 1935. Frances enrolled at Central Missouri Teachers College (Warrensburg) in 1940. After completing 60 hours of credit began teaching in the country school of Camp Branch (1941-45) and Fairview (1945-46). Taking time off to raise a family she began her teaching career again in 1960 in the Urich School District. Then at #36 (Cass County) for four years on to Hutcherson (Cass County) for three years before taking a position in the Harrisonville School District, where she taught sixth grade until her retirement in 1978. During these years, she continued her education, receiving a Bachelor's degree in 1968 and a Masters degree in 1972, both at Central Missouri State University. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and one brother, John Gourley Robinson. She is survived by her three children and spouses, Ray and wife, Anne, Warrensburg, Sara and husband, John, Pryor, Oklahoma, and Travis and wife, Kathy, Urich; 13 grandchildren/step-grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. Frances was a faithful member of first the Creighton Presbyterian Church and later the Evangel Presbyterian Church where she served as elder and as the church pianist/organist for over 70 years. Other group involved included the Creighton PTA, Henry County Retired Teachers, Lucas Happy Homemakers, Creighton Saturday Club, taught Sunday School for many years, was Bogard Township Collector for 10 years and worked on election boards in Bogard Township elections for several years. Well known for her great humor, she was asked often to share jokes at some of the meetings. Funeral services were held Tuesday, February 22, at Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City. Burial was in Grant Cemetery, Creighton.

PATRICK, Homer
1912-2003
Memorial Park Cemetery, Columbia, Boone Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 14 2003 - Homer Patrick, 91, Columbia, died Sunday, November 9, 2003, at The Bluffs Nursing Home in Columbia. Memorial and graveside services will be private. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Dr. Patrick was born March 1, 1912, in Blairstown, the son of Frank Patrick and Cora Marshall Patrick. He married Maxine Hobbs January 1, 1943, in Clemson, South Carolina, and she preceded him in death. He graduated from LaTour High School. He earned a teaching certificate from Central Missouri State University, Bachelor's and Master's of Science from the University of Missouri and a PhD from Penn State in agricultural biochemistry. He was a university professor and researcher. He was a professor at University of South Carolina, University of Tennessee and the University of West Virginia. He also worked in the agricultural research industry as the manager of the biology labs for Ralston Purina in St. Louis and the director of the agriculture experiment station at Oak Ridge Nuclear Laboratory, He retired in 1977 to Denver, Colorado. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Columbia. He was an elder at the churches in the communities in which they lived. He was a docent at the Denver Zoo and volunteered with the Master Gardener program. He is survived by two daughters, Carolyn Patrick Wenneker of Columbia and Mary Ann Patrick Collins, Denver, Colorado; three grandchildren, Robin Ranee Wenneker, St. Louis, Jack Elden Collins Ill, Chicago, Illinois, and Ronald Ryan Wenneker, Redding, California, and two great-grandchildren and a sister-in-law, Frances Patrick, Urich. His parents; two brothers, Elmer Patrick and Walter Patrick; a sister, Marie Patrick Milam and a granddaughter, Mary Diane Collins preceded him in death.

PATRICK, Lucian Greear
1906-1996
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat - Lucian Greear Patrick died Saturday, March 30, 1996, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton at the age of 89. Mr. Patrick was born October 14, 1906, in Ezel, Kentucky, the son of Hiram and Susan Greear Patrick. In 1936, he married Marjorie Fern Patrick. They made their home in Ezel until 1945, when they moved to Howell County. Mr. Patrick was baptized at an early age and was a member of the Primitive Baptist Church. He was a farmer most of his life and moved to Clinton in 1983. He is survived by one son, Charles Patrick of Wellsville; one daughter, Joan Shoman, Clinton; one brother, Asa White Patrick, Frenchburg, Kentucky; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Fern, December 29, 1993, and two brothers, Earl Patrick and Robert Patrick. Funeral services were held Monday, April 1, at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery.

PATRICK, Marjorie Fern
1912-1993
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Marjorie Fern Patrick was born February 4, 1912 in Tyvan, Saskatchewan, Canada, the daughter of Charles and Georgie (McKenzie) Patrick. She passed away December 29, 1993, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton at the age of 81. Fern was educated in Brandsville, Howell County, both grade school and high school. She graduated from Drury College in Springfield. January 2, 1936, she was married to Lucian Patrick in Wellington, Kentucky, and to this union two children were born. They returned to Missouri in 1945 and have been in Clinton since 1983. She was a homemaker and taught school for many years. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. She was a person who loved nature and everything about nature. She is survived by her husband Lucian of the home; one son Charles Patrick, Wellsville, Kansas; one daughter Joan Shoman, Clinton; two sisters, Gladys Dixon, Correctionville, Iowa, and Vivian Crabtree, West Plains; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Friday, December 31, at the First Presbyterian Church in Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

PATRICK, Sarah Jane KING
1928-1993
Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Sarah J. (King) Patrick, 64, Kansas City, a native of Clinton, died Wednesday, March 17, 1993, at St. Joseph's Hospital. Services will be Saturday in Kansas City. Mrs. Patrick was born in Clinton and worked for AT&T for 25 years before retiring. - Kansas City Star, Friday March 19 1993 - Sarah J. Patrick, 64, southwest Kansas City, died March 17, 1993, at St. Joseph Health Center. Services will be Saturday at the Mount Moriah & Freeman Chapel; burial in Mount Moriah Cemetery. Mrs. Patrick was born in Clinton, Mo., and moved to this area 48 years ago. She worked for the American Telephone & Telegraph Co. for 25 years before she retired. Survivors include a son, Mike Patrick, Lebanon, Mo.; two brothers, Kenneth King, La Mirada, Calif., and James King, Monticello, Miss.; and three sisters, Ann Shurtleff, Falls City, Neb., Eula Clark, Miami, Okla., and Violet Pearl Blumhost, Springfield.

PATROSKE, Jennifer Lynn
1990-2003
Yeater Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 29 2003 - Jennifer Lynn Patroske, 12, Osceola, a grade school student, died Friday, September 26, 2003, at Children's Mercy Hospital, Kansas City. Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 1, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Burial will be in Yeater Cemetery, Osceola.

PATT, Leota Jean
1921-1939
Hickory Grove Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Leota Jean Patt, senior in the Urich High School and 17-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Patt, south of Urich, died about 5:00 a.m. April 17, 1939, at the Patt home. She had not been well for several days, but as she never complained, no one knew how serious was her condition or that a dread malady--scarlet fever, had developed, which, with flu and pneumonia, was soon to claim the gentle young spirit. She was isolated from the others and no hands but her mother's waited on her yet all the tender devotion and yearning of a mother's heart could not hold her, nor medical skill stem the tide of death. Leota Jean was born October 11, 1921 south of Urich and there and on the Patt homeplace spent her life. She graduated from Maple Grove rural school and had attended four years at Urich High School, where she was popular among her classmates and held offices in various classes, being treasurer this year. She delighted in extra-curricular activities and was a member of the newly organized pep squad. She was interested in speech and her talent was evidenced when she had a leading part in the senior play, "Among the Stars" acting with a finesse that delighted the audience and carried to a great degree the success of the play. She took her part last Thursday, but became too ill for the second performance. While attending school she helped in the Nuhn home in Urich where she first became ill. She joined the Lucas M. E. South Church when 12 and there worshipped. Hers was a sweet, lovable disposition and she had many friends. She was a good student and held a warm place in the hearts of both teachers and students. Besides her heart-broken parents, she is also survived by a sister Evelyn, and brother Kermit, of the home and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. James Hargrave Sr. of near the home, who at that time could not help, due to illness. Funeral services were at Wilkinson's Chapel in Clinton on Tuesday. Burial in the family lot at Hickory Grove cemetery.

PATTERSON, Elmer Lee "Dude"
1920-1991
County Line Cemetery, Blackwater Twp, Pettis Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Last rites for Elmer Lee (Dude) Patterson were held at the Moore Funeral Home in LaMonte on October 25, 1991. He died at the Fair View Nursing Home in Sedalia on October 22. He was a member of the County Line Baptist Church. He had worked as a rural delivery man for Adams Riley and Burkholder's of Sedalia. He was born on June 1, 1920, at LaMonte, the son of E. F. and Wynona Wheeler Patterson. Among survivors are his sister-in-law, Rosilee Patterson, Warsaw, and a niece, Skipper Dodd of Lee's Summit. Burial was in the County Line Cemetery, LaMonte.

PATTERSON, Robert
d: 1885
Lewis Station Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Advocate, Clinton MO, Thursday, Mar 19 1885 - One Robert Patterson a Scotch miner at this place stared to Clinton Saturday evening, and died on the way. After an inquest h was buried at this place Monday. He leaves a family in Scotland. One more instance of where whisky is one's worst enemy.

PATTERSON, Shane Cullen
1971-2009
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 30 2009 - Shane Cullen Patterson left this earth March 25, 2009 in Clinton, Missouri, and touched the face of God. He was born to Randy Patterson and Kathy Hooper Patterson in Topeka, Kansas May 28, 1971. Throughout his life, he touched many people's souls with his music and laughter. Other than his father Randy (Pat) and mother Kathy, he also leaves behind a loving wife Terri, and a daughter Randi Sue; a son Zachariah Vaughn (mother Janet) and many very close friends whom were considered family to him. Many people knew him through his music and forever will we all still have that to rely on. He was currently employed by Cytek Media Systems and traveled throughout the area as a sales lead. There were very many loved ones that will miss him and he was loved by all. Shane graduated from Washburn Rural in 1989 and performed in many bands throughout the years with many musicians. The world lost this day a great poet, husband, father, son and most of all a friend. Shane's remains will be cremated and services will be held at a later date.

PATTISON, Betty Lou MILLER
1931-2009
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 19 2009 - Betty Pattison, 78, Kansas City, died Thursday, October 15, 2009, at Research Belton Hospital, Belton. She was born June 21, 1931, in Calhoun, the daughter of Forrest Caddy Miller and Rubye Kathleen (Leonard) Miller. Mrs. Pattison worked for the Internal Revenue Service in Kansas City as a clerical secretary for several years. She enjoyed floral design and many different crafts but especially china painting. Betty taught china painting and was a member of the "Belton Belles" china painters. She was a member of the Hickman Mills Community Christian Church, Kansas City. Survivors include a son, Daniel T. Pattison, Kansas City; two daughters, Sherry Hooten (Jack), Raymore, and Kelli Wright (Dean), Raytown; four grandchildren, Ryan Hooten, Amy Genz (Billy), Blake Hooten and Kyle Pattison, and a great-grandson, Elmo Genz. Graveside services were October 19, at Calhoun Cemetery, Calhoun.

PATTISON, Iris Florence OAKES
1910-1993
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. John (Florence) Pattison, 83, Windsor, died Friday morning in Windsor. She was born August 2, 1910 in Benton County, the daughter of Lemuel Robison Oakes and Pearl Ewing McLane Oakes. On May 5, 1931 in Sedalia, she married John T. Pattison, who survives at the home in Windsor. Mrs. Pattison was a bookkeeper for the Raytown Bank in Raytown for 17 years before her retirement in 1975. She was a member of the Windsor First Christian Church and the Windsor Chapter No 102 Order of Eastern Star. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son Robert S. Pattison, Clinton; four sisters, Veva Griffith, Cass County, Verna Mae Taylor, Windsor, Frances Miller and Norma Lee Agee both of Sacramento, California; three grandchildren, Sherry Hooten, Clinton, Daniel Pattison and Kelli Pattison, both of Kansas City, and four great-grandchildren, Ryan Hooten, Amy Hooten and Blake Hooten, all of Clinton, and Kyle Pattison, Kansas City. A number of nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were Monday, October 4, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in the Laurel Oak Cemetery.

PATTISON, John Thomas
1902-2000
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - John Thomas Pattison, 97, Clinton, formerly of Windsor, died Tuesday morning, June 6, 2000, at Westwood Nursing Center, in Clinton. He was born August 6, 1902, in Henry County, near Windsor, the son of Daniel McKendred Pattison and Jennie (Loomis) Pattison. On May 5, 1931, in Sedalia, he married Iris Florence Pattison, who died on October 1, 1993. He had worked at the Windsor International Shoe Factory during the 1920s and 1930s, helping to build the factory. He was also an owner/operator of restaurants and grocery stores in the Windsor, Leeton and Warrensburg areas. John had worked at Lake City Munitions Plant near Kansas City and was a custodian in the Raytown School District for several years. He was a member of the First Christian Church, Windsor, and a 50-year member of the Windsor Masonic Lodge. He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Robert S. and Diane Pattison, Clinton; three grandchildren, Sherry Hooten and her husband, Jack, Clinton, Daniel Thomas Pattison and his wife, Rene, Kansas City, and Kelli Wright and her husband, Dean, Raytown; four great-grandchildren; a step-granddaughter, Cassie Wright; a brother, Earl Pattison, Boonville, and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Ward and Ralph Pattison. Funeral services will be Saturday, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PATTISON, Robert S.
1932-2018
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Robert Stanley Pattison, 85, was born August 21, 1932 to John T. and Florence (Oakes) Pattison. He passed away Sunday, April 8, 2018, surrounded by family, at Saint Luke's Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. Memorial service and Masonic service will be Saturday, April 14, 2018 at the Clinton Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Clinton, MO. Entombment will be at a later date. He is survived by his wife, Diane, of the home; two daughters, Sherry Hooten and husband Jack, and Kelli Wright and husband Dean; one son, Daniel Pattison; four grandchildren, Ryan Hooten, Amy Genz, Blake Hooten and Kyle Pattison; three step-grandchildren, Aaron Dueker, Justin Dueker and Rachel Moore and her husband Dustin; one great-grandchild, Elmo Genz; and four step-great-grandchildren. Cooper Moore, Sadie Dueker, Fayth Dueker and Zayden Dueker. He was affectionately known as Robert, Bob, Stanley, Sonny, Pat or Chief, depending on how you knew him. He was born in Windsor, MO. He attended numerous schools including Leeton and Warrensburg, graduating from Windsor High School in 1950. He played in the 1950 Missouri State High School basketball tournament for Windsor. He scored the first ever touchdown when Windsor started it's football program. He graduated from Central Missouri State University, now University of Central Missouri, with a degree in criminal justice. Bob began his 38 year career in law enforcement in 1958 with the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department, retiring as captain in 1986. He then became Chief of Police in Clinton, MO, retiring again in 1996. Bob was a lifelong member of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), member of the Clinton Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite Bodies, and the Clinton Shrine, and the Clinton Sunrise Optimist Club. He loved playing golf (and winning bets), fishing and hunting. He loved reminiscing with old friends from Windsor, Clinton and Kansas City. Reminiscing about their police experiences with other retired officers would last for hours. He was loved and respected by family and many friends and will be greatly missed.

PATTISON, Willena LEWIS
1935-1990
Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Funeral services for Mrs. Willena Rose Pattison were held Thursday, January 18, 1990, at the First Baptist Church of Warrensburg. Mrs. Pattison died Friday Jan 12, 1990, at Shallowford Hospital, Atlanta, GA. She was born April 11, 1935, in Florence, MO, the daughter of Howard H. Lewis and Gertrude Payne Lewis. She married Robert Pattison on Nov 25, 1954, in Deepwater, MO. He survives. Other survivors include two daughters, Roselyn Sue Laven, Lansing, KS; Roberta Ruth Stokovaz, Taejon, South Korea; one son, Stephen Robert Pattison, Norcross, GA. her mother of West Plains, MO; one sister, Elise Vail, Oak Grove, MO; one brother, Jim Lewis, West Plains, MO, and three grandchildren. Burial was in Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Warrensburg.

PATTON, Faye CREWS
1907-1996
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Faye Crews Patton, 88, Springfield, formerly of Clinton and Kansas City, died Tuesday night, September 24, 1996, in her home. The daughter of Darrell D. and Erkie A. (Gilbert) Crews, she was born November 12, 1907, in Henry County. Mrs. Patton had attended Central Missouri State Teachers College, now CMSU, and Colorado State University at Greeley, Colorado, where she received her teachers degree. She had taught school in Missouri and Colorado. She later was employed as a secretary at Skelly Oil Co., now Texaco Oil Co. in Kansas City, for 20 years. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church in Clinton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emmett B. Patton; her parents and a brother, Glenn Crews. She is survived by a niece, Glenda Keightley of Marshfield; several other nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and a great-great niece. The body will be cremated under the direction of Greenlawn Funeral Home South, Springfield. Private family graveside services will be held at a later date.

PATTON, John Walter
1857-1935
Adkins Cemetery, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Aug 1 1935 - John Walter Patton died at his home, the second house after crossing the railroad near Independence school house, at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 24. He was nearly 81 years old and had lived alone for some time. Mr. Patton was born in Bourbon County, Kentucky, and was the son of Jane Marshall and Alexander Patton. He came to Missouri in 1883 with his brother-in-law, J. A. Nesbitt, and has lived in Henry county since. He leaves three nephews in Missouri, one in Kentucky, one nephew and three nieces in Ohio. Clarence and Joe Nesbitt, near Clinton are grand nephews; Mrs. John Nesbitt, in Montrose, is a sister-in-law. Guneral services Friday at the Consalus & Peck Funeral Home. Burial was in the Boyd Cemetery, between Clinton and LaDue.

PATTON, Violet HEARD
1930-2009
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 29 2009 - Violet Patton, 79, Windsor, died Sunday, December 27, 2009, at the Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Windsor. She was born March 1, 1930, the daughter of Bryan Heard and Stella Mae (Gregory) Heard. On March 17, 1962, in Clinton, she married Virgil Lowell Patton, who preceded her in death. Violet was a homemaker, a farmer's wife and also worked as a chicken sexor for various hatcheries in the Windsor area. Survivors include a brother, Bill Heard and his wife, Carol, Oskaloosa, Kansas; two nieces, Glenda Bain of Garden City and Kim Nations of the state of Oklahoma; numerous nieces and nephews; three foster daughters, Gwen Engle, Sharon Miller, Janet Fitzwater, and a foster son, Frankie Nations. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Charles Heard, Marion Heard, Billy Offett and Bobby Offett, and two sisters, Laveda MacDonald and Velva Dean Nations. Graveside services will be Thursday, December 31, at Laurel Oak Cemetery.

PAUGH, Roger Edward
1959-1993
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Roger Edward Paugh, 33, Deepwater, died Tuesday, February 16, 1993 near Deepwater as a result of an auto accident. Among survivors are his father, Darrel E. Paugh of Deepwater.

PAUL, Anga Leah
1893-1954
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Miss Anga Leah Paul died Wednesday afternoon at the home of her brother, William Paul who resides north of Clinton. - Funeral rites for Anga Leah Paul were conducted July 16, 1954, at Corinth Baptist Church. Burial was in Carrsville Cemetery, near Petersburg. Anga Leah Paul was born Nov. 10, 1893, near Huntingdale, Mo., where she spent her entire life. She was the daughter of Samuel W. and Beulah Carr Paul, both deceased, and since the death of her father she had made her home with her brother, Wm. H. Paul, and family, sharing in the pleasures and tasks of the home. Leah was a member of the Corinth Baptist Church and she was a regular attendant at Sunday School, worship services and all church activities as long as health permitted. Her health had failed for several years and for the past 1 1/2 years she had been a semi-invalid. She suffered several strokes and had been hospitalized at intervals. On July 10, she suffered the stroke which resulted in her death on July 14. Survivors are two brothers: William H. Paul, above mentioned and Uel C. Paul, and their wives near Huntingdale; six nieces and nephews, Mrs. James Bishop, Kansas City; Wm. H. Paul, serving in the armed forces in Japan, and James Paul, all children of the Wm. Pauls, and Norman Paul, Mrs. Glen Elrod and Mary Ann Paul, children of Mr. and Mrs. Uel Paul. She was especially devoted to all the nieces and nephews and they, in turn gladdened many a day for her. She is survived also by an uncle and two aunts, Mr. and Mrs. James Paul and Mrs. John Paul, near Huntingdale, and Mrs. W. R. Carr, Chilhowee; many lesser relatives and friends.

PAUL, Annie Rebecca GODWIN
1883-1964
Paul Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton, MO - Mrs. Jim Paul, 80, former Henry Co. teacher and longtime resident of the Huntingdale area, died Wed., May 20, at a St. Joseph, Mo. nursing home where she had been a patient the past few weeks. Mrs. Paul had been residing for more than a year with her nephew and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Roger Drake, of St. Joseph. Last rites for Mrs. Paul were conducted a Saturday May 23, at Vansant Funeral Home. Interment was in Paul Cemetery, near Huntingdale. Mrs. Paul had recorded her obituary in brief, which read: "Annie Rebecca Godwin was born Oct. 20, 1883, near Lucas, Mo., the daughter of S. Roger and Sarah Frances Godwin. At the age of 12 she made confession and united with the Methodist Church at Lucas, later changing her membership to the Huntingdale Methodist Church. Mrs. Paul is the last of this family. (rest of article missing)

PAUL, Dophelia Bell HOWERTON
1872-1954
Paul Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Funeral services for Mrs. Dophe Bell Howerton Paul, who died December 21 at Clinton General Hospital, were held Thursday, Dec. 23 at the Huntingdale Methodist church. Burial was in the Paul Cemetery. Dophe Bell Howerton was born April 5, 1872 in Big Creek Township where she resided her entire life. She passed away Dec. 21 after an illness of five weeks. She was the daughter of Joshua and Eliza Harrington Howerton. When a young girl she united with the Norris Methodist church and remained a member until her death. She was a charter member of the Norris Missionary Society and last spring she received a life membership in the organization. On January 5, 1910, she was married to John T. Paul who preceded her in death June 16, 1939. Mrs. Paul is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Chester Ake of the home, also one stepson, Mark J. Paul, Huntingdale and three step-grandchildren: Mrs. John Butterworth, St. Louis, Mo., Dr. John C. Paul, Woodstock, Ill., and Bob Ake of the home, whom she loved as her own children. Also surviving are three sisters, Miss Sue Howerton of the home, Mrs. Sallie Jageman, Clinton, and Mrs. Nancy Bradley, Miami, Okla.

PAUL, Doris Maxine BROWN
d: 2015
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 22 2015 - Doris M. Paul, 88, Clinton, died Tuesday, July 21, 2015, at Golden LivingCenter-Westwood, Clinton. Graveside services will be Thursday, July 23, at Carrsville Cemetery, Huntingdale. Doris Maxine (Brown) Paul was born October 7, 1926, at Niangua, the daughter of Jesse L. and Eunice E. (McElfish) Brown. She attended grade school at Brown Oak Grove country school near Niangua and graduated from Niangua High School in 1944. On March 2, 1947, she was united in marriage to Norman E. Paul of Huntingdale. She was a longtime member of the Corinth Baptist Church. she worked for the USDA Agriculture Stabilization and Conservation Service (ASCS) for 39 years, retiring April 3, 1993. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; sisters, Eris Dyche and husband Warren, and Ramona Bridges and husband Don; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Glen Elrod, Mary Ann and Chester Moore and Margaret Brown. She is survived by a son, Thomas E. Paul (Leigh) and daughter, Sharon Wareham (Jerome), all of Clinton; two granddaughters, Stefani Kerwin (Pat) of Overland Park, KS, and Krista Justice (Chris) of Blue Springs; great-grandchildren, Leah K. Justice, Savannah R. Justice, Emma M. Kerwin, Riley G. Kerwin and Sam Kerwin; a brother, C. L. Brown (Jan) of Georgetown, TX; a sister-in-law, Beulah (Bea) Elrod of Clinton; also numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

PAUL, Dorothy J. CALLICOTTE
1920-2004
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 10 2004 - Dorothy J. Paul, 84, Windsor, died Thursday afternoon, May 6, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. she was born April 29, 1920, in Kansas City, the daughter of Robert Eldridge Callicotte and Iva Pearl (Priest) Callicotte. On December 6, 1937, in Platte City, she married Nathan Earl Johnson, who survives. On April 29, 11968, in Miami, Oklahoma, she married Robert Owen Paul, Jr., who died December 9, 1985. Mrs. Paul worked in a variety of jobs including a waitress for 16 years in the Avondale Cafe in Avondale; in the health food store at Montgomery Wards in Kansas City; as a salad maker at North Kansas City Hospital; a cook at the Windsor Hospital; owner of Windsor Health Food Store for several years; as a sales clerk at Vincent's Shoe Store in Windsor. She was a member of the Windsor United Methodist Church. Survivors include two daughters, Lois E. Lindstedt, Windsor, Marilyn J. Downing and husband, J. Walter, Orange, California; three grandchildren, Tammy L. Corica and husband, Robert, Julie K. Holmes and husband, Jay, Kathyren I. Downing; three great-grandchildren, Carrie N. Paton and husband Eric, Jack Downs and wife Emily, Nathan Downs; three great-great-grandchildren Judah Holmes, Cami N. Paton, Erica J. Paton; a brother, Robert Callicotte and wife, Dorothy Avondale; a sister, Reba Marie Mitchell and husband, Donald, Smryna, Tennessee, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Jo Evelyn Downs on December 27, 2001; a great-great-grandson, Dylan Paton, and a sister, Genevieve West. Funeral services were Monday, May 10, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PAUL, George B.
1862-1963
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - George B. Paul, 100 years old, and a Clinton resident for 81 years, died at 8:00 p.m., January 28, 1963 at the Jolley Rest Home in Clinton, Mo. Mr. Paul would have reached his 101st anniversary on May 23. He was a retired blacksmith and operated a shop for many years on Center Street. Mr. Paul was born May 23, 1862 at Bewleyville, Kentucky. He was an ardent republican. George Paul was proceeding in death by his wife, Zella Kratzer Paul, and survived by a sister, Mary F. Paul Beaty (Mrs. D. T. ) Funeral services will be held Wednesday at the Vansant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Englewood.

PAUL, George Leslie
1891-1918
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Calhoun Clarion, Calhoun MO, Thursday, Jan 17 1918 - Again is Henry county brought face to face with the fact that the country is at war, and Tebo township suffers the loss of one of her sturdy farmer boys. George L. Paul was born in Tebo township 26 years ago, and was mainly reared in the home of George Cadwell. Died January 9th at Camp Doniphan, of laryngitis, measles, and pneumonia. Accompanied by Sergt. Clyde Walters, of West Plains, the body was brought to Calhoun Saturday night, placed in W. C. Butler's undertaking rooms, and Sunday morning was viewed by relatives and many of his neighbors, and a number of Calhoun citizens. At 11 o'clock the remains were conveyed to the cemetery for interment, brief services being conducted at the graveside. George had the distinction of being the first drawn in June, No. 258, and was the first registrant called to the colors from Henry county. He was married last August to Miss Bettie Waddill, and soon thereafter went to Camp Doniphan.

PAUL, George Purcell
1823-1907
George P. Paul, one of the best known citizens of Breckenridge county died Sunday evening Dec. 8 1907 at the home of his daughter, Mrs. E. L. Smith, of Guston. The funeral services were conducted Tuesday morning. Interment was in Liberty cemetery, near his old home at Bewleyville. Mr. Paul was born in Hardin county March 20, 1823. He fully qualified himself for his life work in his early manhood by serving as an apprentice at the blacksmith's trade, which he faithfully followed for over fifty years in the little town of Bewleyville. Owing to the infirmities of age, he quit active work about three years ago but he was a familiar figure to those who went to town and he had a smile and a cheerful word for all. A year ago last April Mr. Paul suffered a partial stroke of paralysis, from which he never fully recovered. He was a patient sufferer and often said he was only biding his time. Mr. Paul was twice married. The first time to Miss Elizabeth Best, who bore him seven children, four of whom are living. He is survived by his second wife, who was Miss Nannie Best, sister of his first wife, also by four children who were born to this union. He has been a member of the Baptist church for fifty years and a member of the Masonic fraternity fifty-three years. He was a true man and a Christian gentleman. No word said in his praise would go amiss. God grant that his entire family may be ready to meet him in the great beyond where no good bye is spoken.

PAUL, Hildreth Adelia McQUITTY
1907-1995
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Hildreth Adelia McQuitty Paul was born November 4, 1907, in Henry County, the daughter of William Thomas and Lucy Wray (Hazard) McQuitty. She died Saturday, July 22, 1995, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton at the age of 87. She was a lifelong resident of this area. She attended two years of college and was always interested in education. She established the Hildreth McQuitty Paul Christian Scholarship Fund for area students. On May 26, 1928, in Johnson County, she was united in marriage to William Paul. To this union, three children were born. Her home was always open to everyone. Wherever there was a need, she was always there to fulfill it with her love and grace. Genealogy was very important to her, as she traced her lineage and made personal contact with all relatives. Hildreth had many hobbies and interests. She loved to paint ceramics and made each of her granddaughters a keepsake china doll. Gardening was another of her favorites and she always had a special place in her heart for wildlife--from the flowers that she tenderly cared for, that always gave her home a beautiful blanket of color, to the different species of birds which made their home and raised their young with the same loving tenderness that she nurtured her own family. She was a member of the Corinth Baptist Church. She was very active and heavily involved in all aspects of her church. She is survived by her husband, William, of the home; two sons, William Paul, Jr. and wife, Reona, Chilhowee, Jim Paul and wife, Marsha, Overland Park, KS; one daughter, Mary Helen Bisbee, Stuttgart, AR; three sisters, Helen Clevenger and Margaret Tillman, both of Clinton, and Catherine McArthur, Independence; two brothers, Howard McQuitty, Clinton, and Wray McQuitty, San Diego, CA; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Jim and George, and a son-in-law, Jim Bisbee. Funeral services were 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 26, at Corinth Baptist Church in Henry County. Burial was in Carrsville Cemetery, Henry County.

PAUL, James
1868-1956
Paul Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Funeral services for James Paul, 87, prominent farmer and stockman of the Huntingdale community, were conducted April 21, 1956, at the Huntingdale Methodist Church. Burial was in the Paul Cemetery at Huntingdale. James Paul was born Nov. 3, 1868, at Huntingdale on the farm which remained his home until his death. The last of nine children, he was the son of Squire William and Angeletty Barker Paul, prominent pioneers of Henry County. Squire Paul, who died at the age of 103, was known as one of those successfully restoring civil authority to Henry County after the War Between the States. On May 3, 1917, he married Annie R. Godwin. They had no children but showered their affection on their nieces and nephews. One niece, Mrs. Harry Hutchens, the former Lucie Ann Drake who lost her mother when three years of age, was taken into their home and reared as their own. Devoted to his family and home, Mr. Paul was deeply interested in the young folk, their education, social activities and affairs in their world. His advice was often sought and his teachings, words of wisdom and sound judgment, were most valuable. Typical of him was this sound advice, "If you can't say anything good, don't say anything," or "Talk about things not people." He was most active in the support of schools, as well as all community affairs. In drives for worthy causes, such as Red Cross, etc., the community deeply appreciated his willingness to assist and a check was ready without the asking. He farmed successfully, having a deep interest in his work, and kept in step with modern ideas and practices. He was a staunch Republican, and was a member of the WOW and IOOF Lodges, in both of which he had received 50-year pins. Definitely an individualist, Mr. Paul will be remembered for his honesty, his high integrity, dependability, and his deep regards for his fellowman. Although in declining health for some time Mr. Paul and his wife had accompanied his niece, Mrs. Chester Ake and Mr. Ake to Kansas City April 18 for the day and thoroughly enjoyed the outing, returning home by 5:00 p.m. About 9:00 p.m., he was suddenly stricken and rushed to the Clinton General Hospital where death claimed him at 7:00 the next morning. Surviving are his wife of the home; nephews and nieces, William Paul and family, Uel Paul and family, Mark Paul and family, Mrs. Chester Ake and family, all of the Huntingdale community; Mrs. Harry Hutchens and family, 8727 Sleepy Hollow Rd., Kansas City, Mo.; two cousins, George Paul, Clinton, and Mrs. Mary Beaty, Blairstown; other relatives and a legion of friends. Brothers, Sam died in 1936, and John in 1939.

PAUL, Joan BRADLEY
1933-1998
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Joan (Bradley) Paul, 65, Smithville, died Saturday, July 18, 1998, at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City. She was born on June 22, 1933, to John and Opal (Wilson) Bradley in Windsor where she grew up and graduated from high school. She later graduated from Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg. On June 25, 1955, she was married to Lester Paul in Clinton. After their marriage they moved to Smithville where they made their home. She taught home economics at Smithville High School and later taught at both Smithville Elementary and Middle Schools before retiring after 37 years. She was a member of the First Christian Church, Smithville. She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Lester, of the home; two daughters and sons-in-law, Ann and Mike Darr, Smithville, and Kay and Bob Whitcomb, Ferrelview; five grandchildren, Jennifer, Joshua, Courtney, Ryan and Kelci; three brothers, Newton Bradley, Lexington, James Bradley, Indianapolis, Indiana and Irvin Bradley, Independence. Funeral services were Monday, July 20, at the First Christian Church, Smithville. Burial was Monday at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PAUL, John Clinton M.D.
1920-1992
Calvary Cemetery, Woodstock, McHenry Co, IL
Northwest Herald, Woodstock IL, Friday, Aug 21 1992 - WOODSTOCK - Dr. John C. Paul, 72, died Wednesday, Aug. 19, 1992, at his home. Since 1952 he had practiced medicine in Woodstock, for 36 years served as physician for the McHenry County Jail and was a member of the McHenry County and American Medical associations. He was a graduate of Westminster College in Fulton, Mo., and the University of Pennsylvania Medical School. He was born Aug. 18, 1920, in Clinton, Mo., the son of the late Mark L. and Marian J. (Butcher) Paul. A sister also preceded him in death. From 1943 to 1948 he served in the U.S. Army. He also belonged to St. Mark's Lodge 63 A.F.&A.M., the McHenry County Shriners Club, the Woodstock Elks Lodge 1043 and the Loyal Order of Moose 1329. Two nieces and a nephew survive. Funeral services at Schneider, Leucht, Merwin & Cooney Funeral Home, Woodstock, Saturday, Aug. 22. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Woodstock.

PAUL, John Thomas
1859-1939
Paul Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - John T. Paul, two miles west of Huntingdale, one of Henry County's finest citizens and extensive landowners died at his home at 11:15 Friday, June 16, 1939, venerable in years and rich in experience. He had been confined to his bed since February 10 with the complications of his many years. The end for which he was quite ready came to him peacefully. John Thomas Paul was born February 5, 1859, a half mile west of Huntingdale, the son of Angeletty Barker Paul and that notable pioneer, Squire William Paul, who died in his 105th year and was justice of the peace 52 years. He came on horseback from Kentucky in 1842, crossing the Mississippi at St. Louis, then only a small town. J. T. Paul was educated in Shawnee Township where he grew to worthy manhood following in the footsteps of his splendid father, developing similar ability for he too successfully farmed, raised stock and fed cattle. He was well known all over Henry County, a man of influence, generosity and the soul of honor. In February, 1895, Mr. Paul married Miss Lucy Hampton, who lived near Huntingdale, daughter of David and Mary Beaty Hampton and sister of Dr. J. R. and George Hampton of Clinton. Mrs. Paul died in March, 1897, when their infant son, Mark, was three months old. In January 1910, Miss Dophe Howerton of the Huntingdale neighborhood became his wife and to them one daughter was born, Angeletta. Both son and daughter survive their father, also two grandchildren, John Clinton and Anna Lee, children of Mark, and one brother, James Paul of Huntingdale. Mr. Paul was a notable man, possessed of the finest character and principle. He lived by a strict code with simple, modest tastes. His life and actions attest the love of his family and the esteem of his neighbors, among whom his influence will be felt through future years. Since the death of her mother six years ago, his granddaughter, Anna Lee Paul, had made her home with her grandfather and his love for and interest in this charming girl and his promising grandson whom he had been sending to college were among the happiest experiences of late years. Surrounded with great love and gentle care, this early Henry Countian closed his eyes for his long sleep, a noble, honorable, Christian gentleman. Funeral services were Sunday at Huntingdale and the body was laid to rest in the Paul Cemetery. Consalus & Peck in charge.

PAUL, Lena Irene GOWINS
1916-1991
Shawnee Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Lena Irene Paul, 74, of Woodland Shores community, Rt. 1, Warsaw, died Thursday, September 19, 1991 at Bothwell Regional Health Center. She was born in Johnson County, Mo. November 19, 1916, daughter of William and Mayme Drinkwater Gowins. She was married to T. Henry Paul on August 15, 1942 in North Kansas City, and he survives of the home; Mr. and Mrs. Paul lived in the Knob Noster area before moving to Warsaw eight years ago. Other survivors include two sons, Thomas E. Paul, Rt. 1, Warsaw, and John W. Paul of Marshall Mo.; two sisters, Mary Chick of Knob Noster, and Ethel Jean Feagans of Knob Noster; one granddaughter of Warsaw; other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at Sunday, September 22, 1991 at Fred Davis & Son Funeral Home in Lincoln. Burial was in Shawnee Cemetery at Warsaw under direction of Fred Davis and Son.

PAUL, Lizella
1918-1997
Clinton Daily Democrat - Lizella Paul was born June 17, 1918, near Kingsville, the daughter of Thomas H. and Alice Mae (Arment) Paul. She died Wednesday, December 17, 1997, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 79 years and six months. She was employed as a nurse's aid at Research Medical center, Kansas City. She attended the Assembly of God Church, Clinton. She had a special saying, "Start each day with a smile come what may, God is just a payer away!" She loved her Lord and prayed long prayers every night and her favorite Bible verse was Psalms 23. She had lived in Kansas City before moving to garden City to live with her sister, Juanita Wheeldon. In 1987 she moved to the Meadowbrook Rest Home, Clinton, where she resided until she became hospitalized. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Johnny and two sisters, Margaret McCullum and Juanita Pauline Wheeldon. She is survived by a brother, Henry Paul, Warsaw; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends. Graveside services were Friday, December 19, at Wesley Chapel Cemetery near Kingsville.

PAUL, Marion Jewell BUTCHER
1899-1933
Paul Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton, MO - Mrs. Mark Paul, young wife and mother, was taken into the Silent Land, Friday morning Jul 14, 1933, at the Lutheran Trinity hospital in Kansas City, where she had been taken three weeks ago for a goiter operation, and colitis set in. She had been in ill health for sometime, and about a year ago had been in the hospital for treatments. Marion Butcher, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Butcher, was born on a farm west of Norris, on November 23rd, 1899. In this neighborhood she grew to happy and beautiful young womanhood, admired and liked by all. Here she was married to Mark Paul, March 19, 1919, when she was 19 years of age, and they made their home a mile west of Huntingdale. The young woman was always of cheerful disposition, with happy mien, delighted to have guests in her home, and proud of the two children, John Clinton, a sturdy lad of 13, and Anna Lee, eleven years old, who had blessed her marriage with Mark Paul. In addition to her husband and children, Mrs. Paul leaves her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Butcher, two brothers. Frank G. and Elmer Butcher and one sister, Miss Mary Alyce Butcher. Mrs. Paul was graduated from the Norris high school in 1917. She was united with the M. E. Church, South, at Norris when 14 years of age, and a few years ago joined the Methodist church at Huntingdale. Funeral services were conducted Sunday Morning at Huntingdale Methodist church and interment was in the Paul cemetery.

PAUL, Moses Lemuel
1875-1963
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
The Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Thursday, Sep 26 1963 - M. Lemuel Paul, 88, Dies; Lived In Area Since Child -- Funeral services for Moses Lemuel Paul, 88, were held Wednesday afternoon at the Gouge Funeral Home. Burial was in Laurel Oak Cemetery. Mr. Paul died Tuesday morning at the Windsor Hospital where he was taken Sunday night following a fall Sunday afternoon at the Windsor Rest Home where he was a patient. Mr. Paul was born in Tennessee, Jan. 14, 1875, son of the late John and Martha Paul. He came with his parents to Missouri when a child and grew up on a farm near Windsor. On July 21, 1898 Mr. Paul was married to Hester Miller. they made their home in Windsor. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Lelia Beaman of Sedalia and Mrs. Dollie Garoutte here; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by Mrs. Paul and two infant children.

PAUL, Norman Edwin
1921-2007
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 28 2007 - Norman Edwin Paul was born July 21, 1921, at Huntingdale, the son of Uel Carr and Pearl Marksberry Paul. He died Wednesday, October 24, 2007, at Beverly Living Center-Westwood, Clinton. Norman attended Huntingdale Grade School and graduated from Clinton High School in 1939. He also attended the University of Central Missouri at Warrensburg. In 1942, he joined the United States Air Force and spent 19 months in the Caribbean Defense Zone in Panama. He attained the rank of Sergeant. On March 2, 1947, he married Doris Brown of Clinton. They recently celebrated 60 years together. In 1947, he received his pilot's license and thoroughly enjoyed flying. He also loved sports. He played on the Huntingdale baseball team in the 1940s, was on a bowling team for several years and spent countless happy hours playing golf with his friends at Clinton Country Club. Norman farmed in the Huntingdale area for many years. He and Doris moved to Clinton in 1987 and in later years Norman drove for Ed Schmidli Trucking. He is survived by his wife, Doris of the hoe; a son, Tom Paul and wife Leigh; a daughter, Sharon Wareham and husband Jerome, and a sister, Beulah Elrod and husband Glen, all of Clinton; two granddaughters, Stefani Howell Kerwin and husband Pat, Overland Park, Kansas, and Krista Howell Justice and husband Chris, Blue Springs; four great-granddaughters, Leah Justice, Savannah Justice, Emma Kerwin and Riley Kerwin, and a great-grandson, Sam Kerwin; a brother-in-law, Charles (C.L.) Brown and wife Margaret, Georgetown, Texas; a sister-in-law, Eris Dyche of Marshfield, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Prior to his death, Norman was the oldest living descendant (great-grandson) of Squire William Paul, one of Henry County's early settlers.

PAUL, Pearl Viola MARKSBERRY
1899-1994
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Pearl V. Marksberry Paul, the only child of Edwin Royston and Alice May Lane Marksberry, was born June 4, 1899, at Petersburg. She died August 26, 1994. She attended Agricola grade school and graduated from Norris High School in 1918. Pearl gave piano lessons for a while, then on August 31, 1920, married Uel C. Paul at Warrensburg. This union was blessed with three children, Norman, Beulah Mae and Mary Ann. Pearl was gifted in culinary arts, taking many prizes for her lovely cakes. In 1949 she was chosen to be in the annual Pillsbury Bake-Off in New York City. This was quite an honor for a Missouri farm lady. Pearl was also an Avon representative for several years. After her eyesight failed, she still kept busy making beautiful macrame plant hangers and purses for family members and friends. In 1980 she moved to an apartment in Clinton and resided there until February 1988 when she entered Westwood Nursing Home. Her confession to Christ came at an early age. Pearl was a member of the community Christian Church of Petersburg, later moving her membership to the Huntingdale Methodist Church, then to the Norris United Methodist Church. She attended faithfully as long as her health permitted. Pearl was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Uel; an infant granddaughter, Judith Elrod, and her son-in-law, Chester Moore. She is survived by her children, Norman and wife, Doris Paul, Beulah Mae and husband, Glen Elrod, and Mary Ann Moore, all of Clinton; eight grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. She also leaves her brother-in-law and sister-in-law, William and Hildreth Paul; one niece and two nephews; a number of cousins and a host of friends. She was a loving mother and grandmother who will be sorely missed by her family members. Funeral services were Sunday, August 28, Norris Methodist Church. Burial was in Carrsville Cemetery, Henry County.

PAUL, Richard
1871-1899
Paul Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Aug 26 1899 - Richard Paul, youngest son of Wm. Paul, Esq. was born at the old family residence near Huntingdale July 21, 1871 and from consumption of the lungs, departed this life in the house in which he was born at 8:20 a.m., August 20, 1899. His health had been gradually failing for about a year and he has been permanently confined to his bed since the 14th of last April. He was a popular, promising and enterprising young gentleman, of more than ordinary intelligence, and endowed with remarkable presence of mind up to the very hour of his final departure. His father, Squire Paul, is one of the best known citizens of this part of the state and perhaps has contributed more largely of his extensive means toward building churches than any other man in Henry County. About everybody in this part of the world knows eccentric and large-hearted old Brother Paul and all sympathize with him in his bereavement. A short time before his departure, Richard was happily converted and exhorted the young men who stood around his dying bed to lose no time but to make their peace with God without delay. His earnest appeals were not unavailing. God was using the departing young man for His own glory. He was laid to rest in the quiet little hillside cemetery, within a few hundred yards of the house in which he first saw the light of day.

PAUL, Samuel Wood
1866-1936
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - S. W. Paul, one of Henry County's leading stock feeders, died late Friday afternoon, February 14, at his home north of Huntingdale, where he had spent most of his life. His health had been declining for sometime, and last December he entered the hospital at Kirksville, where he underwent two operations. His condition did not improve, so February 7 he was brought home, where he was tenderly cared for by his family and a nurse. Samuel Wood Paul was born June 9, 1866, on the farm southwest of Huntingdale, where his brother, James Paul, now lives. He was educated in that community, there grew to manhood and bought a farm for himself a few miles northwest of his birthplace. He had one of the most attractive and well improved places in the county. In 1908 he erected on his farm a modern ten room residence, which later burned, and in 1926 he erected another home, a large, well-built, attractive place. All the buildings on the farm were kept in first class condition and were up-to-date and convenient in every way. At his death, Mr. Paul owned a 750-acre farm, most of which was in pasture. He specialized in cattle feeding, also kept a few hogs, and shipped the stock to Kansas City, St. Louis, and Chicago. Many times cattle from the Paul farm topped the market, for Mr. Paul studied carefully the methods best adapted for stock feeding in this part of the state and kept abreast of new ideas, so cattle from this farm invariably graded high. He took a great pride in his work and enjoyed taking care of his farm and stock. Mr. Paul was cheerful, uncomplaining, a good neighbor and friend, ever ready to lend a helping hand. He was rather quiet, but always extended a hearty welcome to friends and delighted to visit with them, for he was a true Missourian in point of always evident hospitality. He attended both the Huntingdale Methodist and the Corinth Baptist churches, taking an active interest in the church work until his health began to fail. He was a member of the Agricola Masonic lodge at Petersburg and had gone into the Shrine. He was one of Henry County's most substantial and respected citizens, and he reared his daughter and sons to have the same fine high qualities of capability, honesty and dependability which he possessed. Mr. Paul was united in marriage January 31, 1893, to Miss Beulah B. Carr, who preceded her husband in death July 10, 1918. To this union were given three children, Miss Leah, Uel and William, all of whom reside on the home place. He also leaves four grandchildren, to whom he was devoted and two brothers, John T. Paul, west of Huntingdale, and James Paul, southwest of Huntingdale. Funeral services were conducted at the Corinth Baptist church Sunday. Interment was beside his wife in the Carrsville cemetery.

PAUL, Uel Carr
1897-1956
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Last rites for Uel C. Paul, 59, well known Huntingdale farmer, who died Dec. 29, 1956, were conducted Dec. 31, at the Huntingdale Methodist Church. Interment was in Carrsville Cemetery. Uel Carr Paul was born May 30,1897, on the old family farm near Huntingdale, the second of three children of the late Samuel W. and Beulah Carr Paul, prominent land owners, extensive farmers and stockmen, and descendants of well known Henry County pioneers. A sister Leah, preceded him in death in 1954. He was reared and educated in the community and on Aug. 31, 1920, married Pearl Viola Marksberry. Two daughters and a son blessed this union. They settled in the home community, which has always been his residence. Ill health struck him about nine years ago, and a recurring heart ailment had brought on a continuous decline in health, and periodic stays in the hospital. He had returned to his home from Clinton General on Christmas Eve to be home for the holidays, but was forced to return to the Hospital the following Thurs. and succumbed on Dec. 29. He was a faithful member of the Huntingdale Methodist Church, uniting on Nov. 23, 1947. He is survived by his wife of the home: two daughters, Mary Ann of the home and Mrs. Glen Elrod (Beulah Mae); one son,Norman Paul: three grandchildren, Tommy and Sharon Paul, and Julia Ann Elrod. One brother, William and many other relatives and friends.

PAUL, William "Squire"
1820-1923
Paul Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Squire Paul, Henry County's Oldest Citizen Dead - Saturday morning, the spirit of Squire Wm. Paul left his earthly body for the Home on High. For many weeks he could hardly be roused and it was known the end was near. For a number of years he had been very feeble and not able to leave the house. During all that time his son, James Paul, and wife tenderly ministered to his every need and filled the life of this good father full of cheer and love. Mrs. James Paul has been like an own daughter in the work of love and ministration. Not only they, but the other sons and their families had a part in the care of this dear good father. He was born in Hardin county, Kentucky, January 5th, 1820, and would have been 104 years old had he lived until the coming January. Mrs. Jas. Paul never forgot to cook the things the Squire loved to eat. He always wanted plenty of fat meat, no matter what else they had. In the spring his favorite dinner was one of greens, hog jowl, buttermilk and corn bread. And what could be better. Nothing can equal it. Squire Paul died in the house he helped hew out of the timber more than three quarters of a century ago. He died on the bedstead with springs made of rope and in the room where the huge stone fireplace had warmed so many years. This home is one of the few remaining early landmarks of the county. Squire Paul was a man of the rugged type of honesty, who practiced the Golden Rule in everyday living. He was well educated, then made use of every talent he had. Among them was a clever wit, that made the life of each person with whom he came in contact a little happier. He loved children and people. He not only loved, but understood them in such a way that when they needed a friend most, they turned to him. After all, life does not amount to much unless those we love depend upon us for things. He always gave advise council and during all his years of service as justice of the peace he never had a case appealed to a higher court or a divorce suit from a marriage he performed. The loving advice and fair decisions counted for more than law with his people. He had no creed or politics in friendship. His friends were in all classes, all religions and all politics. He was a staunch Republican, but never knew defeat in any election, even though his party was in the minority. The Huntingdale Methodist church had in him a real guiding hand. Many churches often fail to keep their promises to their pastors, if they happen not to like them. Not so at Huntingdale, for whether the preaching was good or poor, no preacher ever left with but his full salary, a cheering word, a handshake and friendly counsel. He reasoned if the preacher was poor he needed more help, while if he was good, appreciation of his work should be rewarded, so all come in for an equal share. Would that we all might emulate the Squire's example in this as well as many other things. He never did hard physical work, but instead studied and planned so that his business was always financially successful. In fact he was always willing to help any of his neighbors in the same way. He always had money to loan to those in need. Most of the time he was repaid. But many a time as a borrower had misfortune and trouble the Squire would just "mark out the bill." This was practical Christianity. He had a keen sense of humor and was a popular speaker on every public occasion. the last public speech he made was in the fall of 1919, when his 100th birthday was celebrated. Many also remember his speech on bond burning day, a few years before that. He often told on his birthday about on that many years ago, when the women of the neighborhood gathered in that little Kentucky home and said: "My what a pretty baby!" This good nature and joking made life a little happier for all. It was the fall of 1919 that the neighbors of Huntingdale decided they would like to celebrate the Squire's 100th birthday, also make it a home coming for the soldier boys. The celebration was held on the Squire's land. Seats, tables, a platform and everything was built, so that all the 5,000 people who came were comfortably seated and well fed. The neighbors paid for the barbecued meat, burgoo soup, pickles and bread. They invited Henry L. Morris, of Vega, Texas, the Squire's former neighbor and good friend, up to superintend the barbecuing of the beeves. Mr. Morris accepted the invitation, the trenches were made and the meat barbecued in a way that none shall forget, it was so delicious. The women of the neighborhood responded with 1,000 pies and 500 cakes, as well as salads and other good thins. It was a day of good fellowship. None could tell which was the happier, the Squire, the boys returned from war or the home folks and their guests. My how glad we were all there. It was a day that has gone down in Henry county history. The funeral services were at the Huntingdale church, which the Squire loved, and where he worked for so many years for his Lord. The church was filled and it was said more than 300 men stood in the yard to pay their respects to this beloved pioneer. Not one person in 10,000 ever sees a man over a hundred years old and it is indeed wonderful that he should live so long. His body was laid in the Paul cemetery on the hill above where the celebration of his 100th birthday was held. The graveside services were in charge of the Clinton and Carrsville Masons. Mr. Paul had seen much of the early life and development of Henry county. He saw this county in almost its primitive state and had not only lived to see the marvelous improvements and advancement of considerably more than half a century, but had done his part towards the building up of Henry county. Mr. Paul recalled many early day conditions, incidents and pioneers. He said Aaron and Samuel Cann started the first store in Huntingdale and were merchants there for a number of years. Mr. Paul remained here during the Civil war and always gave his influence to the maintenance of law and order and did much for the restoration of civil authority after the great conflict ended. He was justice of the peace for 52 years. He had done his part nobly and well and the present and future generations of Henry county cannot do better than to indelibly write the name of this noble pioneer in the imperishable record of Henry county. Squire Paul was the oldest living Mason in Missouri, having been made a Mason about 66 years ago.

PAUL, William H.
1907-1996
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - William H. Paul was born August 24, 1907, in Huntingdale, the son of Samuel Wood Paul and Beulah Carr Paul. He died Monday, July 15, 1996, at the Westwood Nursing Center in Clinton at the age of 88. On May 26, 1928, in Johnson County, William married Hildreth McQuitty. To this union three children were born. William was a lifelong resident of this area. For many years they made their home in the country, where he was a well-known farmer and stockman, later on moving to Clinton. Mrs. Paul preceded him in death July 22, 1995. He was a member and senior deacon of the Corinth Baptist Church, also a member of the Gideons International. He is survived by two sons, William Paul, Jr. and wife, Reona, Chilhowee, and Jim Paul and wife, Marsha, Overland Park, KS; one daughter, Mary Helen Bisbee, Stuttgart, AR; a cousin, Angie Ake; seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one sister, Anglaleah and a brother, Uel Paul Funeral services were held Friday, July 19, at the Corinth Baptist Church in Henry County. Burial was in the Carrsville Cemetery, near the church.

PAUL, Zella KRATZER
1867-1954
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Funeral rites for Mrs. George Paul, who died July 13, 1954, were held Jul 16, at the Vansant Funeral Home. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery. Zella Kratzer, the fourth of 13 children of John and Margaret Young Kratzer, was born June 30, 1867 in Bath County, Ky. A year later she moved with her family to Marshall, Mo., where she was reared and educated. At the age of 18 she moved with her family to Clinton, Mo. which has since been her home. On Nov. 21, 1888, she married George B. Paul, a prominent blacksmith here for more than 50 years: operating first, one door north of the fire station, than later for many years on Center Street, an old landmark. To this union four children were born. A daughter, Mrs. Ruby Schlapper, preceding her in death in 1922. As a child Mrs. Paul united with the Methodist Church and after her marriage transferred to the Baptist Church. With all the care and love accorded her own, she reared a grandson, Paul Schlapper, after the mothers death. Her grandchildren were her delight. She was adept as a seamstress and with needlework, a hobby of hers until her eyesight failed. In earlier years she was an active member of the Knights and Ladies of Security, since disbanded. Surviving are the husband of the home, two daughters; Mrs. J. B. (Julianne) Fowler, Miami Florida, and Mrs. Edward Rissell, Sr. East Ohio, Clinton, Mo.; and one son, Mark Hanna Paul, Cincinnati, Ohio; four grandchildren, nine great grandchildren; four sisters; Mrs. Mae Barnhouse, Clinton; Mrs. Dave Dennis, Coal, Mo., Mrs. Anna Driskill, Guthrie, Okla., and Mrs. Ruby King, Kansas City, Mo.; and one brother, Frank Kratzer, Kansas City, Kansas. Among those attending the funeral from a distance , were: Mrs. J. B. Fowler, Miami, Fla., Mark Hanna Paul, Cincinnati, Mrs. W.W. Toole, Alexandria, Va, Mrs. Joe Williams, & Mrs. Ena Berretta, Lexington,, Mo., Mrs. Marge Hartman, New York City, Frank Kratzer, Kansas City, Ks., Mrs. Ruby King, Mrs. Russell Mansfield, Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Harris, Kansas City, Mo., Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Dennis, Houstonia, Mo., Mrs. Mary Beaty, Blairstown, Mo. Mrs. Dave Dennis, Brownington, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. Millard Dennis, Coal, Mo.

PAULEY, John
1855-1945
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Relatives and friends of a former well known family of Sutton, Mr. and Mrs. John Pauley, mourn the death of this estimable couple, at the home of his niece, Mrs. J. D. Shively, of Clinton Missouri, on November the 5th and 11th.  Mr. Pauley died the 5th, and his wife who was also ill, could not rally from the shock and passed away 8 days later. They were laid to rest at the cemetery in Clinton beside Uncle Jacob and Aunt Elizabeth Hardt. The Pauley family came to Clay County when they were 21 years of age, worked hard in helping develop the county, raised a family of 9 children, and lived a rich, full life for more than 70 years.  They observed their Diamond or 70th wedding anniversary on February 11 this year. Mr. Pauley was born on July 24, 1855, in Norka, Russia.  He was married to Christina Alt on February 11, 1875, and in July of 1878 they came to America to make their home.

PAXTON, Elizabeth "Beth" KLINGER
1918-2008
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Beth Paxton, 89, Windsor, died Wednesday, Aug. 6. 2008, at her home in Windsor. She was born Nov. 2, 1918, in Benton County, the daughter of James Oliver Klingler and Effie Mae (Hurst) Klingler. On July 2, 1948, in Kansas City, she married Neil Paxton and they were the parents of four children. Neil preceded her in death on Sept. 7, 1978. Mrs. Paxton worked at the International Shoe Factory in Windsor for 10 years and at the Unitog Manufacturing Plant in Clinton, 18 years before her retirement. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Windsor, where she had been very active with the United Methodist Courtesy Committee, the Wesleyan Service Guild and was a Sunday School teacher for the three and four year olds for many years. She was also a 4-H leader for many years and a former member of the American Legion Auxiliary. She was also an active volunteer for the Community Bloodmobile for many years. She loved square dancing and all kinds of flowers, including roses, lilacs, peonies and African violets. Most of all she was a loving wife, mother, grand-mother and great-grandmother. Survivors include a son, Douglas L. Paxton and his wife, Betty, Windsor; three daughters, Kay Sanders and her husband, Paul, Windsor, Debby Phifer and her husband, Mike, Windsor, Kathy Braden and her husband, Charlie, Smithton; 11 grandchildren, Darla, Joe, Jim, John, Kim, Scott, Brad, Blaine, Robbie, Heather and Sheri; 17 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by two infant brothers and three sisters, Bessie Chaney, Louise Harbit and Lavina Stevens. Funeral services will be Saturday, Aug. 9, at the United Methodist Church, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PAXTON, Elsie L. WIRSIG
1913-2003
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 17 2003 - Elsie L. Paxton, 90, Windsor, died Thursday evening, February 13, 2003, at Fern's Care Center in Windsor. She was born February 4, 1913, in Tyrone, Oklahoma, the daughter of Henry Herbert Wirsig and Georgia Della (Davis) Wirsig. On November 25, 1931 in Deepwater she married Elmer Benton Paxton, who died January 25, 1997. She was a homemaker and co-owned and operated with her husband Paxton's General Merchandise Store, Leeton, from 1953-59. IN 1974 she was the manager for the Windsor Senior Center. She was a member of the Deepwater Presbyterian Church. She is survived by one son, Larry Benton Paxton and wife Toni, Windsor; three daughters, Thelma Lucile Swigert and husband Jack, Kay Frances Womble and husband Gary, both of Windsor, Venita Lois Houk and husband Bob, Leeton; 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by an infant son, Dwight Elmer Paxton; two brothers, Leo and Clyde Wirsig and a sister, Elma Coulter. Funeral services were Sunday, February 16, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PAXTON, Oliver Miles Jr.
1927-2001
Shawnee Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 15 2001 - Oliver Miles Paxton, Jr. of Warsaw, son of Oliver Miles and Grace Mae (Houston) Paxton, Sr., was born November 13, 1927, in Wheatland, and died January 3, 2001, at the Bethany Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas, at the age of 73 years. Jr. was a truck driver. In 1968 Jr. and his brother started their own trucking business and in 1979 he opened the Paxton Garage in Warsaw. He was an auto mechanic for 20 years. Jr. was preceded in death by his parents, Oliver Miles and Grace Mae Paxton, and one brother, Ira Norman Paxton. He is survived by three sons, Ira Jud Paxton of Warsaw, and Bill and Mike Cooper, both of Raytown; two daughters, Judy Warner of Liberty and Susan Church of Warsaw; one brother, Robert Paxton of Butler; one sister, Mary Hill of Kansas City, as well as 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Overcoming Christian Center in Warsaw on Sunday, January 7. Burial was in the Shawnee Cemetery, Warsaw.

PAXTON, Pennie DUNCAN
1960-2023
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Pennie Paxton, 63, of Windsor, Missouri, died early Friday morning, April 14, 2023, at Rest Haven Convalescent Home in Sedalia, Mo. She was born February 18, 1960, the daughter of William Jerome Duncan and Donna June (Craig) Duncan. She was blessed with a son, Christopher. Pennie cleaned homes in the Windsor area and worked at Raymond’s Restaurant in Windsor. She also worked as a home health nurse for the Smiles and WILS programs in Sedalia. She was kind and helpful to everyone. She enjoyed many friendships and especially taking the children outside to play. Survivors include her son, Christopher Paxton; 7 grandchildren, Fantasia (Joseph), Shaykota, Damon, Jazzlyn, MaKinlee, Skylar, and Arabella; 3 great-granddaughters, Lorelei, Ophelia, and Eleanor; 2 brothers, William “Bill” Duncan (Cindy), Jonesburg, Mo., and Jason Johnston, Windsor, Mo.; 2 sisters, April Morgan, Windsor, Mo., and Lori McCrackin (Kevin), Hillsdale, Ks.; nieces and nephews, Sandra, Phillip (Erin), Troy, Brandon (Athena), Courtney, Tyler (Lisa), Jessica (Roger), Blain, Jason Jr., Taryn, Caylor, Anna, Hannah, Sarah and Joey; several great-nieces and great-nephews and many beloved friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; 2 sisters, Dina Duncan and Cindy Lou Morgan; a niece, Phylura Morgan; and her step-father James Johnston. Funeral services will be Friday, April 21, 2023, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PAXTON, Samuel
1834-1903
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Nov 28 1903 - The many friends of Samuel Paxton will be grieved to learn of his demise. He formerly lived in the east part of Clinton and was highly esteemed but several years ago moved to Joplin. Remains were taken to Montrose for interment. Leaves a devoted wife and three children: Mrs. Rev. S. M. Victor of Clinton, George and Frank Paxton of Joplin. He was born Sept. 21, 1834 in Kanawha county, West Virginia, died in Joplin Nov. 19, 1903, aged 69. United with the Baptist church in Germantown October 1868 and lived a consistent Christian life. Inducted into the Masonic fraternity about 1870 and for over a quarter of a century was a faithful member of the lodge in Montrose. A charter member of the G.A.R. Post at Montrose and at the time of his death was senior vice-commander of O.P. Morton Post at Joplin and a member in good standing of Fellowship Lodge No. 345, AF and AM, same place. Mr. Paxton was well known to the old settlers of Montrose, having owned the farm which joins Montrose on the west, which he sold to Mr. Hueser.

PAXTON, Singleton "Sing"
1845-1917
Deer Creek Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Mar 22 1917 - Sing Paxton Dead. The body of Singleton Paxton, accompanied by several members of his family, arrived this afternoon over the Frisco from Harrison, Ark, where his death occurred Sunday. Deceased was for many years a resident of Deer Creek township and later of Clinton, leaving here some six or seven years ago for Harrison, Ark., which place was his home until his death. The body was taken from the train to Deer Creek cemetery and interred after brief graveside services.

PAXTON, Toni J. WILSON
1951-2008
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 13 2008 - Toni J. Paxton, 57, Windsor, died Tuesday evening, March 11, 2008, at her home in Windsor. She was born March 13, 1951, in Windsor, the daughter of Thomas Lee Wilson and Barbara Nadine (Howe) Wilson. On Aug. 7, 1969, in Leeton, she married Larry Benton Paxton, who survives of the home. She moved to Knob Noster shortly after her marriage, then later moved to Leeton. In 1983 she and her family moved to Windsor. She worked as a dental assistant in Windsor for over 25 years. She had worked for Dr. William Marchbanks, Dr. Stan Yoder and most recently for Dr. Paul Griner. She loved cooking on Sundays for the family, playing golf, antique shopping, but most of all she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren and was also a member of the Windsor Country Club. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son Matt Paxton and his wife Michelle, Windsor; a daughter Becky Fitzpatrick and her husband Randy, Windsor; her mother Barbara Dowty, Windsor; two brothers, Steve Stadler, Windsor, Tom Wilson, Owasso, Oklahoma; three sisters, Donna Fae Spickert and Marcia Ellis, both of Columbia, Laurel Gay Ranallo, McKinney, Texas; four grandchildren, Rylee D. Fitzpatrick, Aleah Paxton, Cadyn Paxton and Braylin Paxton; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father. Graveside services will be Friday, March 14, at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PAXTON, Virgil
1915-1970
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Virgil Paxton, 55, Blairstown, died suddenly Wednesday evening at his farm. Born March 28, 1915 in Clinton, he was the son of Joseph and Iva (Martin) Paxton. He lived his entire life in Henry County. He married Audrey Green September 13, 1942 in Windsor, and she survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Peggy; a son, Bobby, with the Army in Fort Lewis, WA.; five sisters, Miss Floy Paxton, Los Angeles, CA., Mrs. Twilah Eldridge, West Plains, Mrs. Pearl Morganstern, San Mateo, CA., Mrs. Donnie Moorey, Austin, TX., and Mrs. Norma Forbis, Sikeston. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother. Funeral services were held Sunday at the Norris Methodist Church with High Priest Burr Bronson officiating. Burial was in Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee.

PAXTON, William Howard II "Bill"
1977-2014
William (Bill) Howard Paxton II, age 37 of Seaside, Oregon, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2014. He was born in Clinton, Missouri on July 16, 1977 the son of William and Glenda (Griffin) Paxton. He grew up in Warsaw and graduated from Warsaw High School in 1995. He was united in marriage to Tara Michelle Pace in August of 1996 in Harrisonville, Missouri. She was the love of his life. He could never fully concentrate on his schoolwork, all he thought about was seeing her all day long. After he was married he was able to settle down and concentrate on a career for his family. William H. Paxton Jr., CRNA, MA, FAAPM was a member of MENSA International, a non-profit organization for people who score an IQ of the upper two percent of the population. He attended the University of Kansas and later the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He was a Certified Registered Nursing Anesthetist, working in Houston and El Paso, Texas, Idaho and Seeside, Oregon. He was proud of his work and helped a lot of people in the medical field because of his education. He enjoyed camping and hiking with his family. He did everything he could to make sure he they had some entertainment in their lives. He traveled all over the country with them to see all the sights that they could. He is preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Robert and Elsie Paxton and his maternal grandfather, John Griffin. He is survived by his wife Tara, of the home, two sons, William Howard Paxton III and Griffin Noah Paxton, his parents, Bill and Glenda Paxton, his youngest siblings Jessica and Brandon, his maternal grandmother, Nadine Griffin, other relatives and many friends. Bill meant a lot to everyone who knew him. He was a very good son, husband and father. He may have been a class clown but he matured into a knowledgeable and competent individual. Bill knew what to take serious and then how to have fun. He will be missed by all of his family, relatives and friends. We all look forward to the resurrection when we will again be reunited. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, January 3, 2015 at the Reser Funeral Home in Warsaw.

PAYNE, Almon
1890-1963
Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Dec 12 1963 - Almon Payne, 73, a resident of Deepwater the past four years, died unexpectedly about 10:10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 9, at his home. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday at the Deepwater Schaberg Funeral Home. Interment was in Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City. Mr. Payne was born Jan 9, 1890, near Sedalia, the son of Henry and Anna Bunch Payne. He was a resident of Kansas City 47 years until retiring four years ago as a dock worker and clerk from the American Express Company. He leaves his wife, Ida Belle, whom he married Oct. 4, 1915, in Kansas City; a son Harley Edward, Chicago; a grandson, Dale Payne, Independence; three brothers, Elmer, Rocky Ford, Colo., William, LaDue, Claud R., Fairmount, suburban Kansas City; two sisters, Mrs. Pearl V. Churchill, Mrs. Gertrude Rector, Kansas City, Kan.; many other relatives and friends.

PAYNE, Etta Mae SHARP
1900-1992
Holden Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Etta Mae Payne, 92, Fullerton, Ca., passed away Thursday, November 19, 1992 at the Carriage House Manor in Fullerton, Ca. She was born March 25, 1900 in Severance, Ks., the daughter of Martin and Lulu T. (Clifford) Sharp. She had lived in Oregon, Colorado, and Strasburg, Mo. from 1925 to 1927, when she moved to Kansas City. She moved to Fullerton, Ca. in 1945. She married Jesse Ray Payne in Falar, Colorado in 1921. He preceded her in death August 8, 1975. Mrs. Payne was a homemaker. She leaves three sons, Martin Birtwell Payne, Anaheim, Ca., Calvin Payne, Olathe, Ks., and Jesse Payne, Jr., Santa Ana, Ca.; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Tuesday, November 24, 1992 at Ben Cast & Son-Wood Funeral Home, Holden. Burial was in Holden Cemetery, Holden.

PAYNE, Leland David
1904-1966
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat - Payne Rites Yesterday At Clinton Services for Leland David Payne, Sr., were held yesterday at the First Baptist Church, with burial in Memory Gardens. Mr. Payne was born February 27, 1904, at Gallatin, Tenn., a son of Warren and Dovie Webb Payne. He died January 21, 1966 at Clinton General. Surviving is his wife, Dorothy, and the following children: Leland David Payne, Jr., US Air Force; Mrs. Jess, Diamond, Oregon; Judith Ann Barnes, French Glen, Oregon; Julian Warren Payne, Siloam Springs, Ark; Robert Rambo Payne and Jimmy Larkin Payne, of the home in Clinton. Also three sisters, Lavinia McClanahan, Jeffersonville, Ind., Isla Erdmann, Jeffersonville, Dorothy Nelson, Belle Garden, Calif.

PAYTON, Caroline Elizabeth STONE
1834-1906
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Caroline Elizabeth, daughter of Valentine and Sisley Stone, was born in Nicholas County, Ky. August 21, 1834 and died September 28, 1906. Moved with her parents to Boone County, Indiana where she married John W. Payton, August 11, 1852. They moved to Missouri in 1868; six children, one boy and five girls, the two oldest dying in infancy. Those living are: Mesdames Anna Golden, Ionia, Benton County; Mary Kennedy, Deepwater; Caroline Hart, Clinton; Minnie Murl, Deepwater. Two sisters, one in Illinois, one in Indiana. Mrs. Payton has been a member of the Christian Church 48 years.

PAYTON, John Lee Sr.
1940-2011
Parker-Gregg Cemetery, Creighton, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 11 2011 - John Lee Payton, Sr., 71, Clinton, died Sunday, May 8, 2011, at Golden LivingCenter-Westwood in Clinton. John was born January 23, 1940, in Clinton to Otis and Hazel Pennington Payton. He married Jane Lile on October 17, 1959, in Clinton. John worked for the City of Clinton as a Police Officer for 12 years and at the Transfer Station for 30 years. He retired in November 2008. John enjoyed bowling, playing bingo, fishing, crocheting and spending time with his family. He was a member of the Clinton Eagles Lodge 3667. His parents and his daughter, Karen Payton, preceded John in death. John is survived by his wife, Jane, of the home; one son, John Payton, Jr. (Robin) of Omaha, Nebraska; one brother, Otis Payton, Jr. (Mary) of Tennessee; three sisters, Kathryn Omell (Fred) of Mississippi, Barbara Stephens (Charles) of Texas and Lucille Skidmore of Marshfield; four grandchildren, Arthur Payton (Anita) of Mexico, Missouri, Courtney Raines (David) of Clinton, Jessica Payton of Omaha, Nebraska, and Dakota Payton of Texas, and six great-grandchildren, Nathaniel, Ian, David Lee, Ty, Lucien and Eleanor. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 14, at Consalus Funeral Home. Cremation will follow and a private family inurnment will be held at a later date in Parker Cemetery, Creighton.

PAYTON, Karen Kay
1964-2003
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 29 2003 - Funeral services for Karen Kay Payton were held at Beaty Funeral Home of Winnsboro, Texas, Friday, October 24. She was cremated. She died suddenly Sunday, October 19, 2003, at her home of high blood pressure and a heart attack. She was 39 years old. She was born April 1, 1964, to John Lee Payton Sr. and Jane Carol Lile Payton in Clinton. Karen worked as a CNA in the healthcare industry and is survived by her parents, John Lee Payton, Sr. and Jane Carol Lile Payton, Clinton; daughter, Courtney Kay Raines, Searcy, Arkansas; son, Dakota Lee Payton, Winnsboro, Texas; brother, John Lee Payton, Jr., St. Peters; two grandchildren, Nathaniel Eugene Raines and Ian Matthew Raines. Preceding her in death were her grandparents, Otis and Hazel Payton of Clinton and Clarence and Alice Lile, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and other relatives.

PEACE, Geneva St. Clair GRAHAM
1914-2009
Teays Chapel Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Geneva S. Peace, age 94 of Clinton, Missouri passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at White Oak Manor Nursing Home, Kansas City, Missouri. Graveside services will be held Saturday, March 7, 2009 at Teays Chapel Cemetery, Montrose. Geneva was born in St. Clair County near Deepwater. She and her husband owned and operated the Clinton Cleaners before they retired. Her husband, Lester preceded her in death on December 14, 2001. She was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton. Among survivors include her daughter Roberta Bishop of Rotonda West, Florida; six grandchildren one of which is Vickie Gillespie of Kansas City, as well as eleven great grandchildren and a number of great-great-grandchildren.

PEACE, Lester Clifton
1906-2001
Teays Chapel Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Jan 2 2002 - Lester Clifton Peace, son of Samuel E. and Emma L. Beard Peace, was born January 6, 1906, in Piedmont, Alabama, and died Friday, December 14, 2001, at his home in Clinton. Lester worked on the farm with his father until he left for Chicago, Illinois, in 1924. He moved to Kansas City where he worked in the laundry service at St. Luke's Hospital. Lester met and married Geneva St. Clair Graham in 1935 and to this union one daughter, Roberta, was born. Lester and Geneva moved to Clinton in 1963 and opened the Clinton Cleaners where they worked until 1981. He then did alterations only until 1991. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Grady Peace and Lother Peace. He is survived by his wife, Geneva; his daughter, Roberta Bishop and husband, Roger, Liberty, as well as six grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Monday, December 17. Burial was in the Teays Chapel Cemetery, Montrose.

PEAK, Clayton Frank
1878-1930
Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Warrensburg Star Journal, Warrensburg MO - Clayton Frank Peak, 52, well known Missouri educator, died about 8 o'clock Monday morning at the home of his sister, Mrs. J. H. Lampkin, where he had been ill for the past ten weeks. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at the Baptist church. Burial at Sunset Hill. Mr. Peak, who was superintendent of schools in Deepwater, was the youngest child of George W. and Eliza Draper Peak. He was born July 9, 1878 in Jefferson township, Johnson County. He received his high school education in Windsor and his degree at the college here. Mr. Peak had also done special work in Chicago and Missouri Universities. For twelve years Mr. Peak was superintendent of schools in Houston, Mo., and for eight years of the schools of Milan, Sullivan County, Missouri. In order that he might be near his children in Warrensburg, he resigned the latter position to accept the position at Deepwater, which he held at the time of his death. He had started on his seventh year there when he was stricken with cancer which caused his death. Mr. Peak was married in May, 1908, to Miss Kate Bradley, of Houston. To them were born five children: Mrs. R. V. Hale, of Norman, Okla., who was at her father's bedside, and Donald, Katheryn, George and C. F., Jr. These brothers and sisters also survive: Robert A. Peak, Mineral Wells, Tex.; Mrs. J. J. Phillips, Windsor, Mrs. Waldo Wheeler, Williamsburg, Kan.; Mrs. J. Q. McDonald, Mrs. J. H. Lampkin and Mrs. Geo. Cooper, Warrensburg. Mr. Peak was a member of the Baptist church in Deepwater.

PEAK, Otis Dean "Odie"
1933-2007
Dayton Cemetery, Dayton, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 22 2007 - Otis Dean "Odie" Peek, 74, Garden City, was born May 6 1933, at Peculiar, the son of Albert Levi and Naomi (Winchel) Peek, and died Saturday, June 16, 2007, at Cass Medical Center, Harrisonville. On August 21, 1964, he married Dorothy E. "Dottie" Silver in Miami, Oklahoma and later Sandra Jean Shinkle on January 1, 2007 in Raymore. He was employed as a custodian for Cass R-9 School District, Harrisonville, until his retirement in 2007. Earlier her had been employed by Local Union #101. He had also operated the Dayton Shortstop and he enjoyed his mowing job. He was a 1951 graduate of Peculiar High School and a member of WMAT and MA and the First Baptist Church, Peculiar. Otis had lived in Peculiar before moving to the Dayton community in 1977. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife Dottie Peek on May 29, 2001; one son Allen L. Peek in September 2004, and a grandson Nathan Peek on August 10, 1985. He is survived by h is wife Sandie Shinkle of the home; two sons, Otis D. Peek and wife Sheri, Holt, and Oren B. Peek and wife Shelly, Garden City; one daughter Orlena D. Behm and husband Lynn, Harrisonville; one stepdaughter Shahara Allen, Long Beach, Mississippi; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; five brothers, Lee Peek, Amoret, Sam Peek, Osceola, Richard Peek, Peculiar, Everett Peek, Pennsylvania, Billie Peek, Peculiar; four sisters, Virginia Baily, Freeman, Betty Ruth Hannah, Coal, Dorothy Burch, Peculiar, Catherine Seville, Garden City; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 21, at Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, with interment in the Dayton cemetery near Garden City.

PEAL, Shirley Ann FLYNN
1931-2008
Grain Valley Cemetery, Grain Valley, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 21 2008 - Grain Valley, MO - Shirley Ann Peal, 77, of Windsor, formerly of Grain Valley, died Sunday afternoon, October 19, 2008, at the Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Windsor. She was born March 14, 1931, in Jackson County, near Oak Grove, the daughter of Edward Leo Flynn and Bessie Elizabeth (Kabrick) Flynn. On December 24, 1947, in the Jackson County Courthouse in Independence, Mo., she married Clifford Lee Peal, who survives of the home. Mrs. Peal was a homemaker and had lived in Grain Valley for over 60 years before her recent move to Windsor. She was a member of the Grain Valley First Baptist Church. In addition to her husband, survivors include a son, Ron Peal and his wife Sharon, Tightwad; 2 daughters, Carol Todd and her husband, Steve, Tightwad; Carla Morgan and her husband James, Chillicothe; 5 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren; 4 sisters, Carol Williamson, Blue Springs; Bonnie Paden, North Kansas City; Elizabeth Ketteman, Oak Grove; Marjorie Brumfield, Godfrey, Illinois; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, Richard Peal, and 6 brothers and sisters. Graveside services will be Friday, October 24, 2008, at the Grain Valley Cemetery, Grain Valley.

PEARCE, David R.
1954-2000
Clinton Daily Democrat, Oct 18 2000 - David R. Pearce, 46, Clinton, died Tuesday, October 17, 2000, at his home. Among survivors is his sister, Edna Faye Higginbothum of Blue Mound, Kansas.

PEARCY, Anna Pauline TALLY
1932-2004
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 11 2004 - Anna Pauline Pearcy was born April 24, 1932, to Conner and Creola Tally in Page County, Iowa, and died at her home October 31, 2004, in Henry County, near Deepwater. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Floyd Dean Tally, and her son, Howard Eugene Pearcy. Mrs. Pearcy is survived by her husband James Francis Pearcy and daughters, Susan Sanders, Higginsville, and Sharon Dolan of Rock Springs, Wyoming; grandsons, Ryan Matthew and Christian Dane Terry and Jordan Clark Sanders, and granddaughter Jennifer Lea Bowman, and two great-granddaughters, Zoe Harper and Kelsey Paige Bowman. Anna Pauline Pearcy attended school in Deepwater and Clinton, and in Page County, Iowa. She lived in Hastings, Nebraska, during World War II while her parents worked in a defense plant there. James Francis Pearcy and Anna Pauline Tally were married June 2, 1949, in Taylor County, Iowa, and began their married life in Clinton. Their marriage was celebrated, not just on anniversaries, but everyday of their lives with a joyful attitude, complete respect for one another and a deep unending love. They truly appreciated each other. They shared interests in nature, travel, history and all things that represented home and family. She loved flowers, animals and beautiful scenery. These are also the subjects she loved to paint. Jim and Pauline took their three children, Sharon, Howard and Susan, on weekend drives, Sunday picnics and summer vacations, always emphasizing nature and nurture. Instilling in their children the importance of family and caring for the world around them. Pauline's concerns extended into the community, also. She worked with the school system of Clinton, pushing to make a school nurse a permanent position and to have all students hearing tested. She was deeply involved with Cub Scouts and Campfire Girls in the Clinton area for several years. Jim and Pauline traveled together after their children were grown to Australia and New Zealand with the Experimental Aircraft Association to Hawaii several times and in recent years to Alaska. Pauline Pearcy had a loving, giving heart that shined in her generosity toward her husband, family and all who knew her. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Tuesday, November 2. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PEARCY, Paul W.
1933-2005
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 14 2005 - Paul W. Pearcy, 72, Harrisonville and formerly of Lake Wales, Florida, died Tuesday, July 12, 2005, at Camden Nursing Center, Harrisonville. Graveside services will Saturday, July 16, at Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery, Clinton. He was married to Evelyn Jean Curnett and they lived in Moore Haven, Florida, and Naples, Florida, before he moved to Lake Wales, Florida. He served in the United States Navy. He worked for the KATY Railroad and later was in the construction business. He is survived by one brother, James Pearcy of Deepwater; two sisters, Jeane Groves, Kansas City, and JoAnn Hargis, Harrisonville; four nieces and four nephews; several great-nieces and nephews and many friends.

PEARMAN, Robert Bryan
1918-2004
Dalton City Cemetery, Dalton, Chariton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 24 2004 - Robert Bryan Pearman died May 22, 2004, in Clinton. He was born in Brunswick, August 17, 1918, to Bryan Wilbur "Kink" Pearman and Zelma Billups Pearman. He married Sibyl Rose Grotjan on May 25, 1941, who died April 21, 2002. After serving with the Army Air Corps during World War II, he began a telephone communications career of more than 36 years as local manager for Western Light and Telephone company in 1945 at Keytesville. After 30 months he was assigned the local manager's position in Brunswick and in 1952 he was transferred to Mountain Grove as division commercial manager for their southern division. In 1957 he became field representative in the Telephone and Operations and Loan Division of the rural Electrification Administration for the state of Iowa. In 1960 he returned to Missouri to become commercial manager for the south Missouri Telephone Company, which was acquired by Continental (subsequently OTE, now Verizon) Telephone Company in 1964. He served in several different positions with Continental in Missouri, Kansas and Arkansas, was president and general manager of Continental Telephone of Kansas for five years and state manager for Arkasas for three years. He retired in September 1981 as public affairs and administrative manager in Arkansas. He had been a director of the Kansas Telephone Association, the Arkansas Telephonee Association and the Missouri Telephone Association. He was a retired member of the Independent Telephone Pioneers Association. He had been a member of the Rucker-McAllister Post of the American Legion for more than 50 years. He had held leadership positions with civic organizations in several communities in three states, volunteered with the American Cancer society and was an active member of the Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, B. W. and Zelma (Billups) Pearman; sisters, Wilma Bennett and Martha Pearman, and his son Robert L. Pearman. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Lynne Pearman-Condon and Michael L. Condon of Dallas, Texas, and grandson, Collin Jeremiah Pearman of Independence, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 26, at Gibson Funeral Homee, Brunswick. Graveside services will follow at Dalton Cemetery in Dalton, Missouri.

PEARMAN, Sibyl Rose GROTJAN
1919-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 22 2002 - Sibyl Rose Pearman, 82, was born near Dalton, Missouri, on July 12, 1919, and died at Clinton on April 21, 2002. She was married to Robert B. Pearman on May 25, 1941, in Yuma, Arizona. They celebrated their 60th anniversary last year. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Rosa Grotjan, rural Dalton; four sisters, Lucille Isle, Honolulu, Hawaii, Ethel Allen, Kansas City, Gladys Miller, Irma Cannon, both of St. Louis; four brothers, Kenneth Don and Cecil Grotjan, all of Brunswick, Lloyd Grotjan, California, and her son Robert Lloyd Pearman, who died July 12 2000. She is survived by her husband, Robert B., of the home; one daughter, Lynne Pearman-Condon and husband, Michael, Dallas, Texas; one grandson, C. J. Pearman; his half-brother, Levi Williams and his mother, Anita Williams, all of Independence; two sisters-in-law, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was committed to her church and was an active member of UMW. Her funeral will be at the Clinton United Methodist Church, Wednesday, April 24, with burial at Dalton.

PEARSON, Charles Henry
1857-1925
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
CHAS. A. PEARSON DIED SUDDENLY At 3 p.m. Sunday with a stroke of paralysis and complications. At about 8:40 that morning, when he was lacing his shoes, his wife noticed he looked sick and just a few minutes later the stroke came. Physicians were summoned but he said all the while nothing was the matter; that his wife was just worried, but the end came the same afternoon at 3 o'clock, He was born in St. Louis, September 27, 1857. He was educated in that city and attended the St. Louis University. He was first married to Miss Emma Duvenic, who died 32 years ago. From this marriage three children survive -- Laura, now Mrs. Harve Doyle, of Kansas City; Joe Pearson, Moreland, Kans.; Maurice Pearson, of Canada. He lived in California, Mo., for a number of years, coming to Clinton about 30 years ago, and this had been his home ever since. Twenty-four years ago, December 24, he was married to Miss Louisa Heckler, of Clinton, at Kansas City. She survives him with their son, Frank, who is in the automobile business at Columbia. They have lived in Clinton since their marriage and own an attractive home on West Green street. Their son, Frank was here, for the burial; also one sister, Mrs. V. O. Bay, of Sedalia. He also leaves another sister, Mrs. Frank Harris, of California, Mo.; two brothers -- John B. Pearson, Austin, Texas; and Robert N. Pearson, San Diego, Calif. Mr. Pearson had a genial disposition that made him many friends. He was a charter member of the Elks Club, of this city, and had served it in a number of the official capacities, knowing perhaps more of the members than any other member of the club. For some time he had run a magazine and cigar stand in the O. K. Barber Shop on the east side of the square. His body was taken to the Elks club, where the beautiful ritualistic service was conducted Tuesday afternoon. Interment in Englewood.

PEARSON, Norman O.
abt 1915-1994
Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Norman O. Pearson, 79, Clinton. formerly of the Kansas City area, died Wednesday, December 14, 1994, at Westwood Nursing Home. Services will be Saturday at the Newcomer Floral Hills Chapel in Kansas City. Burial will be in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Mr. Pearson was born in Kansas City and had lived there most of his life before moving to Clinton 10 years ago. He was a repairman with the General Motors (Leads) Plant in Kansas City for 30 years before he retired in 1976. He was an Army Air Corps veteran of World War II and a member of the Northeast Baptist Church in Clinton. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Mrs. Eleanor M. (Vaudrin) Pearson of the home; two daughters, Mrs. Patricia Baxter of Sugar Creek and Mrs. Saundra Beauchamp of Slydell, Louisiana; one brother, Stanley Pearson of Independence; one sister, Mrs. Ellen Foster of Kansas City, and two grandsons, Josh Beauchamp and Travis Beauchamp, both of Slydell, Louisiana.

PECK, Bennie Dean
1934-2005
Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Springfield, Greene Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 13 2005 - Ben was born Bennie Dean Peck, June 20, 1934, in Rodgersville, the son of Clarence and Louise Peck. He died March 30, 2005, at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, at the age of 70 years. Ben is survived by his wife of 49 years, Frankie, Deepwater; one daughter Mary Martin, Lee's Summit; two sons, Mark Peck of Cameron and Edgar Peck of Phoenix, Arizona. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Jeremy Martin, Jason Peck, Amanda Edens, Mary and Stephen Peck, as well as two great-grandchildren, Dayten Peck and Theresa Edens. Ben has two surviving siblings, half-sister, Frances Wilkinson of Pomona, California, and stepbrother Jimmy McCord, Las Vegas, Nevada, as well as several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and two half-brothers, Ray Cassey and Eugene Peck. Ben was a career noncommissioned officer (NCO) in the Air Force, joining in 1951, working as an ex-ray technician and retiring as a Tech. Sergeant in 1972. While serving in the Air Force, he traveled the world, living in several states in the United States, as well as several foreign countries, such as France, Turkey, Germany and Thailand. Ben met his wife, Frankie, while she was working as a nurse's aide in the Air Force at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. They were married April 16, 1955. They would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary April 16, 2005. After retirement from the Air Force, he extended his career as an x-ray technician, working in hospitals in Mexico, Missouri, Globe, Arizona, and Butler. He retired in 1980 and dabbled for awhile in real estate. Ben enjoyed the outdoors and sports. Some of his interest were water skiing, basketball, fishing, horseshoes and motorcycles. He loved motorcycles, so well that he wanted to get a three-wheel motorcycle to ride around on, but Frankie said no. She did agree, reluctantly, that he could have a motor scooter. The day of his stroke, he had planned to go look at motor scooters with his neighbor. He loved warm weather and white pristine beaches. His desire was to some day move back to Florida so he could be near the beach. He is loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Funeral services were held at the First Baptist Church, Deepwater, Monday, April 4. Graveside services and burial were held at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Springfield.

PECK, Frankie Jo EVANS
1932-2008
Springfield National Cemetery, Springfield, Greene Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 17 2008 - Frankie Jo Peck, 75, Deepwater passed away Sunday, April 13, 2008 at the home of her daughter in Bates City, Missouri. Funeral services will be Thursday at First Baptist Church of Deepwater. Military graveside services will be Thursday at the National Cemetery, Springfield, Missouri. Frankie was born in Anderson, South Carolina. She was in the U. S. Air Force. She later was an LPN and then worked for Thorco in Butler, Missouri. She was married to Bennie Peck who preceded her in death on March 30, 2005. She is survived by one daughter, Mary Jane Worley and husband, Larry M. Worley of Bates City, Missouri; two sons, Mark Peck of Cameron, Missouri and Edgar Peck of Pheonix, Arizona; five grandchildren, Jeremy Martin, Jason Peck, Amanda Edens, Mary Peck and Stephen Peck and three great grandchildren, Dayton Peck, Theresa Edens and Kelsey Garton.

PECK, Neal Eugene Sr.
1935-2018
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Neal E. Peck, Sr., 82, of Chicago Heights, Illinois, passed away July 8, 2018, from natural causes. He was born in Tekemah, Nebraska in 1935, the eldest child of Sheldon and Frances Peck. Neal graduated from Windsor High School in 1953 and received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Central Missouri State University (now the University of Central Missouri), Warrensburg, MO. He later earned a Master of Science degree from George Williams College, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Neal then attended Southwestern Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas and was employed at the YMCA in Houston as program coordinator. During his twelve-year tenure with YMCA, he founded the Indian Guide Program, which was designed to strengthen the bond between fathers and sons. The program was adopted by many YMCA groups nationwide. Neal was an accomplished folk musician and, in 1988, founded the South Suburban Dulcimer and Folk Music Society in Chicago. He also served as president for many years of the Gebhard Woods Dulcimer and Traditional Music Festival, which is held annually, in Morris, Illinois. An avid outdoorsman with great appreciation for all things in the natural world, he had a special love for camping and canoeing with close friends and family. For 37 years, Neal assisted in the organization and supervision of various activities, and in the care of Temple Anshe Shalom in Olympia Fields, a suburb of Chicago. Neal is the father of Neal E. Peck, Jr. (Catherine), and Nancy Peck; cherished grandfather of Kaitlan (Evann) Beeny, Christian (Michael) Cohen, Anna (Kenny Dixon) Peck, and Michael Peck; and great-grandfather to Reed and Hudson Beeny. He is also survived by six siblings, Earl (Barbara) Peck, Dale Peck, Karen (the late Taher) Fouad, Rolland (the late Diane) Peck, Karol (the late Bill) Moutell and Lynn (Robert) Castleberry; several nieces and nephews, and a beloved friend, Marilea Zajec. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, July 25, 2018, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PECK, Sarah Jane MILLER
1871-1899
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Nov 4, 1899 - Died on Friday, October 27, 1899, Sarah Jane Peck, beloved wife of Charles W. Peck of LaDue. Before her marriage, she was Miss S. J. Miller and was born in Lincoln county, Missouri August 1871; joined the Baptist church in 1884, later affiliating with the Methodist church to which her husband belonged. About five years ago, she left the home of her childhood to live with her sister, Mrs. Steinhammer, at Beebe, Arkansas, where she met Mr. Peck and became his wife October 6, 1894. Two sons were born - Harold, who has been sick and is 3 years old; Myron, who died on the 20th inst., six months old. C. W. Peck and family came to LaDue last February from Beebee, where he still owns a 120 acre farm, and he bought the dwelling house and livery barn at LaDue, formerly owned by C. M. Adkins. All went well for some months and Mr. Peck and lady, by their Christian lives and amiable manner, grew into the hearts and affections of their fellow citizens. About ten weeks since, Mrs. Peck, who had been nursing a sick child of her sister, Mrs. Steinhammer, who had moved to Clinton, returned to LaDue and was stricken with typhoid fever. Her two children were soon down with the disease. There are hopes that Harold, with proper care, may fully recover. Charles W. Peck is a deeply stricken man. He has been afflicted with deafness and impediment of speech for some years and now the hand of death has snatched from his side all that life held dear to him, except his first born. His wife's mother, Mrs. Garner, carefully and lovingly tended her daughter thru her last illness and was with her, through the seven weeks to the last. Albert Steinhammer, the deceased's brother, attended the funeral from Appleton City, where he is professor of grammar in the Appleton City College. Another brother, Will Miller, came from Illinois in time for the funeral. Burial in Englewood.

PECKENPAUGH, Adah Elizabeth
1914-2007
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 7 2007 - Adah Elizabeth Peckenpaugh, age 92 of Clinton, Missouri passed away Wednesday, May 16, 2007 at Beverly Living Center, Westwood, Clinton. She was born May 24, 1914, in Henry County to John Richard and Laura H. Hart Peckenpaugh. Adah was an English teacher for the Clinton Public School System for over 40 years retiring in l977. She was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church, the P.E.O. sisterhood, Delta Kappa Gamma sorority and the Missouri Retired Teachers Association. She is survived by her brother, Robert Peckenpaugh of Tucson, Arizona; niece, Jennifer Cummings and husband David and two great nephews, Andy Cummings and Adam Cummings, all of Clinton and niece, Sharman Davis of Texas. Services were held Saturday, May 19, 2007 at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton with burial in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PECKENPAUGH, Henry
1861-1899
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Nov 28, 1899 - The postoffice at Wilburton, sixteen miles from Hartshore, Indiana Territory, on the Choctaw railraod, was robbed by three men of between $200 and $250 last night. The postmaster is Dr. W. A. Cox, who, it is alleged, was knocked senseless with a sandbag near the postoffice. Alarm was given and the deputy U.S. Marshall Peckenpaugh, attempted the arrest of the men. In the fight, nine shots were fired, the robbers escaped and the deputy marshall was killed. Deputy Henry Peckenpaugh was the son-in-law of our esteemed townsman, R. Bowen. He married Mr. Bowen's only daughter and for a long time lived at Lewis Station. About four years ago, he went to South McAlester, I.T. where is family now reside, and had charge of the eating houe for the Katy three years and four the past year has been deputy U.S. Marshall. He was a fearless man, made a good officer and was always at his post of duty. Leaves a wife and six children to mourn his loss. Mrs. R. Bowen and son, John went down Tuesday night. The remains were brought to Lewis Thursday morning and the funeral was conducted that day, after which he was laid to rest in the Lewis cemetery. John Bowen and family and R. Bowen of this place attended the funeral. The family of the deceased was unable to attended but will arrive here soon.

PEEK, Calvin Leroy
1904-1995
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Calvin L. Peek, 90, Belton, died Tuesday, January 31, 1995, at Beautiful Savior Home in Belton. Funeral services will be Friday, February 3, at the George Belton Chapel, followed by graveside services at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Mr. Peek was born September 14, 1904, in Centerville, Iowa. He was a farmer, builder and landowner. He was a member of the Belton United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Blandeau E. Peek, July 10, 1990. Survivors include one son, Vernon L. Peek, Belton; one daughter, Evelyn E. Higgins, Belton; two sisters, Ettie Orton, Colorado, and Isel Parks, Washington; nine grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.

PEEK, Charles R.
1959-2015
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Charles R. Peek, 56, Clinton, died at his home on Thursday, May 28, 2015. Charles was born on March 17, 1959, to Henry Peek and Lucille O'Bannion-Peek of Clinton. After school he went to work as a self-employed laborer. Throughout his career, you could find him on construction sites, doing remodeling jobs, roofing and many other odd jobs for people in the Clinton area. Charles married Jeanne Spence on November 15, 1992, in Clinton where they made their home. He loved to spend time with his wife and family. He also loved to fish and be with his friends. Charles' children said, "God picked a good man to be in his army today. This man is strong and he can fight. He sure did pick a good man. He cared for all his friends and family. He picked a man who would stop at nothing to help the needy, even if it meant giving food off his own plate. So Daddy, you go on ahead of us and we'll see you soon. There are no goodbyes when you have God. We'll see ya' later, ole chap. We love you, Dad, you'll be truly missed." Survivors include his wife, Jeanne of the home; his children, Janelle Peek (JP Barclay) of Springfield, Kayla Peek (Chavis Burgess), Rex Allen Peek, Stormy Peek, Skylar Peek, Spencer Peek, Adrianna Peek, Daniel Peek, Victoria Peek, Jacob Peek and Neeko Peek, all of Clinton; his grandchildren, Preston, Fallon and Payton; six sisters, Josephine Johnson, Cay Rhoads, Bonnie Houk, Judy Whitchurch, Vickie Farrow and Trudy Anders; three brothers, Lewis Peek, Randy Peek and Jeffrey Peek; several nieces and nephews; and many friends. Preceding him in death were his parents; four sisters, Betty, Barbara, Geri and Patty; three brothers, Mickey, Hank and Robbie, and one granddaughter, Willow. A funeral service will be conducted June 2, with interment following at Parks Chapel Cemetery.

PEEK, David Lee
1957-1976
Fields Creek Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Sedalia Democrat, Sedalia MO, Friday, Jun 18 1976 - A Clinton youth drowned Thursday afternoon while swimming with a companion in Old City Lake two miles south of Clinton on Highway 13. Two scuba divers from the Henry County rescue unit recovered the body of David Lee Peek, 19, at about 4:30 p.m. According to the Highway Patrol, witnesses said Peek called for help while swimming ashore with the friend, Chester King. Donnie Griffith, who was watching from the shore, swam out but Peek reportedly struggled with him and went under, the Highway Patrol said. The Henry County sheriff's department and Highway Patrol were summoned to the scene by an emergency citizens band radio broadcast. Peek reportedly suffered a cramp while swimming ashore.

PEEK, Henry Darrell "Hank"
1955-2012
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 23 2012 - Henry "Hank" Darrell Peek, 57, died Wednesday, December 19, 2012. Hank was born November 12, 1955, in Clinton, the son of Henry Jackson and Lucille Bell (O'Banion) Peek. Henry loved farming, horses, playing his guitar and his Harley Davidsons. He adored his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters, Patty, Betty and Jerry Peek, one brother, Robby Peek, and grandson, Gage Peek. Survivors include his companion of 20 years, Barbara Miller of the home; three sons, Jeremy Peek of Piggott, Arkansas, Josh Savage of Fortuna and Jared Savage of Fortuna; five brothers; Butch Peek of Texas, Rex Peek of Clinton, Mickey Peek of Clinton, Jeff Peek of North Carolina and Randy Peek of Texas; seven sisters, Jo Johnson of Kansas, Vicky Ferrell of Warrensburg, Kay Rhoades of Windsor, Bonnie Houk of Deepwater, Judy Whitchurch of Colorado, Trudy Anders of Texas, and Bobbie Maddux of Holden, as well as nine grandchildren. Funeral services were Saturday, December 22, 2012 at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton.

PEEK, Henry Jackson
1914-2001
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Aug 22 2001 - Henry J. Peek, 86, Clinton, died Monday, August 20, 2001, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. He was born in Benton County. - Clinton Daily Democrat, Sep 4 2001 - Henry Jackson Peek, born November 23, 1914, died August 20, 2001. Henry was preceded in death by his parents; two daughters, Patty Peek and Betty Pucket; two brothers, Benjamin and George Peek and two sisters, Rene Johnson and Minnie Jolley. He is survived by his wife, Lucille, of the home, and 15 children, Jeri Routon and husband David, Lynchburg, Virginia, Jo Johnson and husband Jim, Edwardsville, Kansas, Bobbi Maddux and husband Bob, Holden, Cay Rhoads and husband Ron, Windsor, Bonnie Houk and husband Richard, Deepwater, Judy Whitchurch and husband Jim, Colorado Springs, Colorado, Butch Peek and wife Karen, Decatur, Texas, Vicki Farron and husband J. R., Warrensburg, Mick Peek, Clinton, Hank Peek and wife Barbara, Joplin, Trudy Anders and husband Terry, Decatur, Texas, Rex Peek and wife Jeannie, Clinton, Jeff Peek and wife Janice, Virginia Beach, Virginia, Randi Peek and wife Connie, Fort Worth, Texas and Robbie Peek, Clinton as well as 97 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Saturday, August 25. Burial was in the Parks Chapel Cemetery, Clinton.

PEEK, Janiet F. YOUNG MOON
1945-2004
Union-Williams Cemetery, Cole Camp, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 28 2004 - Janet F. Peek, 59, Windsor, died Sunday, September 26, 2004, at University Hospital, Columbia. She was born September 2, 1945, at Shawnee Bend, near Warsaw, the daughter of American King Young and Helen Blanch (Chastain) Young. In 1959 she married Kinzie Moon and he died in 1981. On April 3, 1989, in Clinton, she married Bobby Gene Peek, who survives of the home. She was a homemaker. In addition to her husband of the home, she is survived by three sons, Ricky and Rodney Moon, both of Sedalia, Kenzie Moon, St. Louis; two daughters, Peggy and Carolyn Peek, both of Windsor; 11 grandchildren; three brothers, Morgan and Edward King Young, both of Sedalia, and Everett Young, Windsor; five half-sisters, Juanita Yount, Lincoln, Virginia Moon, Windsor, Evy Thomas, Ionia, Dorris Thorne, Independence, and Frances Menchaca, Helotes, Texas. She was preceded in death by a son, Elvis Moon, and two daughters, Janet Marie Moon and Linda Hall. Funeral services will be Wednesday, September 29, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be at Union cemetery, Cole Camp.

PEEK, Lucille Bell O'BANION
1923-2003
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 26 2004 - Lucille B. Peek, born December 8, 1923, died December 19, 2003, due to heart and diabetes complications at a long-term hospital in Decatur, Texas. She was visiting relatives when she took ill. She was preceded in death by her daughters, Betty Buckett and Patty Peek and husband, Henry J. Peek. Surviving children are Geraldine Routon, Jeff Peek, Lynchburg, Virginia, Erma Johnson, Edwardsville, Kansas, Barbara Maddux, Holden, Cay Rhodes, Windsor, Bonnie Houk, Deepwater, Judy Whitchurch, Colorado Springs, Colorado, Vickie Farrow, Warrensburg, Lewis Peek, Randy Peek, Trudy Anders, Decatur, Texas, Hank Peek, Mickey Peek, Joplin, Charles Peek, Robbie Peek, Clinton. She had 98 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her wishes were to be cremated and laid to rest by her husband at Parks Chapel Cemetery, Coal, at a later date when all the family can be there. - Aug 10 2004 - Graveside services for Lucille B. Peek will be held at Parks Chapel Cemetery, Saturday, August 21.

PEEK, Malinda MOON
1971-2002
Union-Williams Cemetery, Cole Camp, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 12 2002 - Malinda Peek, 30, Windsor, died Thursday morning, April 11, 2002, at her home. She was born October 18, 1971, in Windsor, the daughter of Alfred Moon and Wanita (Nations) Moon. She was married to Terry Lynn Peek, who survives of the home. She attended Windsor High School and was a member of the Windsor Assembly of God Church. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Malinda Pearl Peek, of the home; her mother and stepfather, Wanita and William Henry Peek, Calhoun; three brothers, Robert Lee Moon, Fulton, William Henry Moon and Danny Eugene Moon, both of Calhoun; a sister, Terri Elliott, Clinton; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father. Graveside services will be held Saturday, April 13, at the Union Cemetery, Cole Camp.

PEEK, Mickey Dale
1954-2014
Mickey Dale Peek, 60, Clinton, died at his home on Friday, September 19, 2014. Mickey was born on July 25, 1954, to Henry J. Peek and Bell Lucille "O'Banion" Peek of Clinton. After high school, he went to work in the construction field. He also worked various odd jobs on the side. He loved the outdoors. But most of all he loved his family and truly enjoyed all the family get-togethers. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Surviving Mickey is his daughter, Misty LaDon Zweifel of Forsyth, MT; two grandchildren, Destani and Ladon Zweifel; 10 siblings, Erma Johnson (Jimmy), Edwardsville, KS, Carolyn "Cay" Rhoads of Windsor, Bonnie Houk (Richard), Clinton, Judy Whitchurch of Fountain, CO, Lewis "Butch" Peek of North Richland Hills, TX, Vickie Farrow (J.R.), Warrensburg, Trudy Anders (Terry), Denton, TX, Charles "Rex" Peek (Jeanne), Clinton, Jeffrey Douglas Peek (Kay), King's Mountain, NC, and Randy Peek (Connie), Fort Worth, TX, and several (almost 100) nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents; four sisters, Betty Puckett, Geraldine Routon, Barbara Maddux and Patty Sue Peek; ltwo brothers, Robbie Jack Peek and Henry Darrell Peek, and a stepson, Shannon Jones. Mickey's wishes were to be cremated.

PEEK, Minnie SELL
1880-1922
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Mar 1922 - Mrs. Ross Peek died at her home in Calhoun at 4 p.m., April 3, after but a week's illness, which baffled the skill of physicians. Her husband went home one day and found her in a convulsion, in which she suffered terribly. These continued until her heart became affected and she died. They never could determine what caused her illness. Minnie Sell was born in Benton county, near Leesville, Dec. 1, 1880. When she and her twin sister were but 8 months old their mother died. Mrs. Jonathan Garrett took little Minnie and raised her like her own, while Mrs. Dick Turner took the other little twin, now Mrs. Lillie Ackerman, of Kansas City. Minnie grew to womanhood and about 11 years ago married Ross Peek, who survives her with their three pretty little daughters, Edna, age 6; Cecile, age 5, and Audrey Maxine, age 2. She also leaves the following brothers and sisters, John and Grant Sell, and Miss May Sell, all of Leesville; Mrs. C. E. Briggs, Clinton; Mrs. Lillie Ackerman, Kansas City.

PEEK, Otis D.
1933-2007
Dayton Cemetery, Dayton, Cass Co, MO
Otis Dean "Odie" Peek, of Garden City, Mo., was born May 6, 1933 at Peculiar, Mo. the son of Albert Levi and Naomi (Winchel) Peek. He departed this life Saturday, June 16, 2007, at Cass Medical Center, Harrisonville, Mo. at the age of 74 years, 1 month and 10 days surrounded by family and friends that loved him dearly. On August 21, 1964, Otis was united in marriage to Dorothy E. "Dottie" Silver in Miami, Ok. and later to Sandra Jean Shinkle on January 1, 2007 in Raymore, Mo. Otis was employed as a custodian for Cass R-9 School District, Harrisonville, Mo. until his retirement in 2007. Earlier he had been employed by Local Union #101. Otis had also operated the Dayton Shortstop and he enjoyed his mowing job. He was a 1951 graduate of Peculiar, Mo. High School and a member of WMAT and MA and the First Baptist Church, Peculiar, Mo. Otis had lived in Peculiar before moving to the Dayton community in 1977. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife Dottie Peek on May 29, 2001; one son, Allen L. Peek in September, 2004, and a grandson, Nathan Peek on August 10, 1985. He is survived by his wife, Sandie Shinkle of the home; 2 sons, Otis D. Peek and wife Sheri, Holt, Mo. and Oren B. Peek and wife Shelly, Garden City, Mo.; 1 daughter, Orlena D. Behm and husband Lynn, Harrisonville; one stepdaughter, Shahara Allen, Long Beach, Miss.; 7 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 5 brothers, Lee Peek, Amoret, Mo., Sam Peek, Osceola, Mo., Richard Peek, Peculiar, Mo., Everett Peek, Penn., Billie Peek, Peculiar, Mo.; 4 sisters, Virginia Baily, Freeman, Mo., Betty Ruth Hannah, Cole, Mo., Dorothy Burch, Peculiar, Mo., Catherine Seville, Garden City, Mo.; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 21, 2007 at Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, Missouri with interment in the Dayton Cemetery near Garden City, Missouri.

PEEK, Robbie Jack
1964-2005
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 22 2005 - Robbie Jack Peek, 41, Brownington, died October 31, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. He was born September 17, 1964, in Clinton, the son of Henry and Lucille Peek. He lived most of his life in Henry County. He was a woodcutter. He is survived by a daughter Jacqlyn Pickering; one granddaughter Kylee, who was his pride and joy. Other survivors include his brothers and sisters, Lewis Peek, Decatur, Texas, Mickey Peek, Joplin, Henry D. Peek, Joplin, Jeffery Peek, North Carolina, Randy Peek, Decatur, Texas, Charles Rex Peek, Clinton, Geraldine Routon, Lynchburg, Virginia, Erma Johnson, Edwardsville, Kansas, Barbara Maddux, Holden, Carolyn Rhoads, Windsor, Bonnie Houk, Deepwater, Judy Whitchurch, Colorado Springs, Colorado, Vicki Farrow, Warrensburg, Trudy Anders, North Carolina, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry J. Peek and Lucille B. Peek; sisters, Patty Sue Peek and Betty Puckett. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Friday, November 4. Burial was in Parks Chapel Cemetery, Clinton.

PEEK, Rose Mary MOON
1927-2005
Union-Williams Cemetery, Cole Camp, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 21 2005 - Rose Mary Peek, 77, Sedalia and formerly of Windsor and Calhoun, died Friday morning, February 18, 2005, at Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia. She was born May 16, 1927, in Warsaw, the daughter of Hall Moon and Mary (Everett) Moon. On January 8, 1949, in Warsaw, she married Wade Britton Peek, who died January 5, 2000. Mrs. Peek was a homemaker. She was baptized at the Windsor Assembly of God Church. Survivors include seven sons, Willie Peek, Calhoun, Bobby Peek, Windsor, Tommy Peek, Windsor, Charles Peek, Sedalia, Walter Peek, Clinton, Wade Peek Jr. and Archie Peek, LaGrange, Texas; two daughters, Barbara Young, Sedalia, and Mary Young, LaGrange, Texas; a half-brother Everett Coleman, Joplin; a sister Alice Stewart, Liberty, and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-granchildren, nephews and nieces. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by three sons, Benjamin Roland Peek, Johnny Lafayette Peek and Terry Peek; a daughter Dolly Joslin; a brother Jesse Moon; a sister Florence Moon; a stepsister Minnie Cardwell, and a half-brother George Coleman. Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 22, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Cole Camp.

PEEK, Roy R.
1931-1995
Union-Williams Cemetery, Cole Camp, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Roy R. Peek, 64, Windsor, died Thursday, September 28, 1995, at his home in Windsor. He was born April 7, 1931, in Cole Camp, the son of Jess Peek and Nancy Jane Jennings Peek. Mr. Peek worked at the International Shoe Factory in Windsor for almost 20 years before his retirement. He is survived by a son, Jimmie Peek; a daughter, Susie Harvey, Sedalia; a granddaughter; a brother, Wade Peek, Calhoun; a sister, Nancy Myers, Blackford. Numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Coerie, Sylvia and Nettie; three brothers, Jessie, Johnny and Laciette. Funeral services will be Saturday, September 30, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. burial will be in the Union-Williams Cemetery, Cole Camp.

PEEK, Terry Lynn
1963-2003
Union-Williams Cemetery, Cole Camp, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 10 2003 - Terry Lynn Peek, 39, Windsor, died early Friday morning, February 7, 2003, at the Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. He was born February 23, 1963, in Windsor, the son of Wade Britton Peek and Rose Mary Moon. On April 23, 1992, in Clinton, he married Malinda Pearl Moon, who preceded him in death April 11, 2002. He is survived by a daughter, Malinda Pearl Peek, Windsor; his mother, Rose Peek, Calhoun; three sisters, Barbara Ellen Young, Sedalia, Dolly May Joslin, Clinton, and Mary Lou Young, LaGrange, Texas; seven brothers, William Peek, Wade Peek Jr., Walter Eugene Peek and Archie Eugene Peek, all of Calhoun, Charles E. Peek, Tommy Lee Peek and Bobby Gene Peek, all of Windsor, and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his father and two brothers, Benjamin Roland Peek and Johnny Lafayette Peek. Graveside funeral services were Monday, February 10, at the Union Cemetery, Cole Camp.

PEEK, Wade B. Sr.
1927-2000
Union-Williams Cemetery, Cole Camp, Benton Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Jan 6 2000 - Wade B. Peek, 71, Calhoun, died Wednesday morning, January 5, 2000, at his home in Calhoun. He was born February 4, 1927, in Cole Camp, the son of Jesse James William Peek and Nancy Jane (Jennings) Peek. In 1948 at Warsaw, he married Rose Mary Moon, who survives of the home. Mr. Peek worked at the Windsor Livestock Auction Barn for many years. He also worked at the Buddy Horiddle Gravel Plant and earlier was a wood cutter, supplying firewood and custom fence posts. In addition to his wife, he is survived by eight sons, William Peek, Calhoun, Wade Peek Jr., Windsor, Walter Eugene Peek, Calhoun, Terry Lynn Peek, Calhoun, Charles E. Peek, Windsor, Tommy Lee Peek, Windsor, Bobby Gene Peek, Windsor, Archie Eugene Peek, Sedalia; three daughters, Barbara Ellen Young, Sedalia, Dolly Mary Jolsin, Calhoun, and Mary Lou Young, Sedalia; a sister, Nancy, Sedalia; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sons, Benjamin Roland Peek and Johnny Lafayette Peek; four brothers and four sisters. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Union-Williams Cemetery, Cole Camp.

PEEK, Walter Eugene
1958-2014
Walter E. Peek, 55, Clinton, died January 26, at Research Medical Center, Kansas City. Walter Eugene Peek was born around the Clinton area on March 5, 1958, to Wade and Rose Peek. He was a member of the Save Our World Church and used his extraordinary heart to help people who were in need when he could. His favorite activities included fishing, coon hunting and camping. Walter loved his family above all else and relished the time he could spend with them. Walter is survived by his son, Shorty Peek; a stepdaughter, Judy Moon (Buck), ex-wife and good friend, Ginger Peek; five brothers, Archie Peek (Deborah), Willie Peek (Juanita), Tommy Peek (Peggy), Bobby Peek and Charles Peek (Caroline); two sisters, Barbara Young and Mary Lou Young; two grandchildren, William Moon and Samantha Sanders; a brother-in-law, Dale Harrelson; several nephews and nieces and a host of friends. Walter was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Dolly Peek, two brothers, Terry Peek and Wade Peek Jr., as well as a niece, Melinda Peek. The family has requested cremation with a service planned at a later date.

PEEL, David
1961-1993
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - David Peel, 32, of Kansas City, Kansas, formerly of Calhoun, died Tuesday, November 2, at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He was born January 7, 1961 in Windsor. He was a self employed carpenter and had lived in the Kansas City area since 1978. Survivors include his mother and father, one son, one brother, his paternal grandparents and maternal grandparents. Private funeral services will be Friday, November 5, at the Harmony Baptist Church near Windsor. Burial will be in Calhoun Cemetery.

PEELER, Exie Mae
1899-1993
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Exie Mae Peeler, 94, Appleton City, died Tuesday, May 11, 1993 at Ellett Memorial Hospital, Appleton City. Services will be Thursday at the Eckhoff-Hill Chapel, Appleton City; burial in the Appleton City Cemetery. Miss Peeler was born in Moberly and lived in Appleton City most of her life. She formerly taught elementary school. She was a member of the First Christian Church, Appleton City. Survivors include cousins.

PEELOR, Edwin Claude Dr.
1869-1951
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Dec 6 1951 - Dr. E. C. Peelor, who epitomized all that was best, most human and sincere in that fast passing group of splendid Americans, known as the country doctors, died at 8:55 Sunday morning at the Clinton General Hospital where he had been in critical condition but a short time. He became ill following a vacation trip with his family about 18 months ago, but he tried valiantly to carry on his medical practice until he became so much worse that he was confined to his home and then his bed. Edwin Claude Peelor was born Dec. 5, 1869, four miles east of Brownington near the Knisely bridge over Grand River, in the log cabin that was his father's birthplace. James L. and Martha Gilmore Peelor were his parents and when quite small the family moved to New Brownington where they lived until moving to Texas for a little over a year, returning to Brownington in 1880. He attended the school there and later the academy in Clinton. As a young man he worked on the old Blair Line Railroad and spent some time teaching at Brownington and at Lucas. The urge to study medicine, however, grew strong within him and he continued his education at the University of Missouri and the Missouri Medical School in St. Louis. Completing this, he turned his face back to his home county to begin practice and, after his marriage to Miss Helen Doyle, Dec. 29, 1897, they established their home at Coal. He was also a Captain in the US Medical Corps, World War I, before coming to Clinton in 1919. Surviving are the beloved wife of his youth and age, and their two sons, Doyle and James of Clinton, 3 grandchildren, James Luallin Peelor, Mary Helen Peelor of Clinton, and James Edwin Peelor of Paola, Kansas; also 3 great-grandchildren, Daniel, Elizabeth Ann and Thomas of Paola. Funeral services Monday at the Sickman-Dunning Chapel, and the body was taken to Englewood for burial.

PEELOR, Helen DOYLE
1876-1962
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Feb 6 1962 - Last rites for Mrs. Edwin C. Peelor, Clinton, who would have been 86 Feb 14 had she lived and who died about 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 31, at Clinton Convalescent Center, were held Friday, Feb 2, at Sickman and Dunning Funeral Home. Pallbearers were grandsons, David Hutcherson and Jimmy Peelor and nephews Herbert and Paul Brown, Don walker and James Long. Internment was in Englewood Cemetery. Helen Doyle, born Feb. 14, 1876, in Brownington, was the eldest of two daughters of John R. and Matilda Everett Doyle. Her sister, Mrs. Lawrence (Mary) Brown preceded her in death in 1937. When a young girl she moved with her parents to Clinton where she graduated from the Clinton High School. Gifted musically she studied piano at Baird College and shared her talents freely. On Dec. 29, 1897, she married a young budding physician, Dr. Edwin Claude Peelor, who had the home at Coal, Mo., in readiness for his bride. Next door he had his office in which he began his practice. They resided there until 1917 when they moved to Lowry City for two years before settling in Clinton where Dr. Peelor became one of Clinton's leading physicians. the remainder of Mrs. Peelor's life was spent in Clinton. Dr. Peelor died Dec. 9, 1951. A granddaughter, Miss Elizabeth Ann Peelor also preceded her in death. When a young girl she united with the Baptist Church. Mrs. Peelor is remembered as a devoted wife and wonderful help mate to her husband and a loving mother, who especially delighted in her grandchildren. She was an immaculate housekeeper and took great pride in her home where relatives and friends alike were received graciously and warmly welcomed. Quiet and unassuming, she was soft spoken and extended a friendly warmth with a smile to all she met, making legion of friends as she went through life. Mrs. Peelor, in ill health about 7 years had resided at the Clinton Convalescent Center where she succumbed. She leaves two sons, Doyle E. and James L., Clinton; 3 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; a number off other relatives and many friends.

PEELOR, James Edwin
1926-1999
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Dec 16 1999 - James Edwin Peelor, 73, formerly of Clinton, died Wednesday, December 15, 1999, in Springfield. Graveside services will be Saturday at Englewood Cemetery. Mr. Peelor was born on May 16, 1926, in Clinton, son of Doyle E. and Helen Scott Peelor. He was married to Charlotte Williams who preceded him in death. He was a sporting goods dealer and a member of the National Rifle Association. He is survived by his children, Daniel Scott Peelor, Indianapolis, Indiana, Paul Thomas Peelor, John Doyle Peelor, Joseph Albert Peelor, Elizabeth Ann Hanks, all of Springfield, and Susan Hart, Brighton.

PEELOR, James L.
1841-1901
Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Mar 1901 - Died, James L. Peelor of Brownington March 26, 1901 with liver and kidney disease, ailing for six months. Dr. Peelor of Coal had just paid him a visit and he was in good spirits, lying on a sofa; but the doctor had not reached home before a message to Coal came, asking him to turn back to Brownington. He arrived too late. Mr. Peelor had suffered violent convulsions and the third one caused his death. He leaves his devoted wife and two children, Dr. E. C. Peelor and Mrs. Bessie Rogers of Brownington. He was born in Henry county in 1841 and was a merchant and postmaster at Brownington for a number of years. Marshal Peelor of Brownington is his half-brother and S. D. Peelor, an own brother; others are Charles of Orange, California and Henry of St. Louis.

PEELOR, Nora S. WITHERSPOON
1860-1921
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Marsh Peelor died at the hospital in Nevada, March 31, at 2:15 p.m. She had been in failing health for a number of years and just recently suffered a severe spell of illness and about three weeks previous was taken to the Nevada Hospital in hopes she could be restored to health. Her maiden name was Nora S. Witherspoon and she was born Feb. 2, 1860, near Gaines. She was united in marriage to Marsh Peelor Jan. 29, 1890, who survives her with their only child, Mrs. Eula Holcomb. She also leaves two sisters - Mrs. J. N. Dunning, Deepwater; Mrs. Ellen Peelor, Springfield, Oregon; and two brothers, M. D. Witherspoon, Deepwater; A. H. Witherspoon, St. Louis. For a number of years after their marriage they lived in Brownington, moving to Clinton in 1905, and this had been her home ever since. A few years after moving to Clinton she was converted and united with the Christian church. She was ever faithful to the Master's teachings and as long as her health permitted a regular attendant of church. She was a woman of rare charm. Her gentle manner and real goodness drew you to her. She had many friends and while they grieve that she is here on earth no more, they and her loved ones realize that she has gone to the Home where there is no suffering and she eagerly awaits their coming. The funeral services were conducted at her late home on Green street last Saturday afternoon, after which she was laid in Englewood.

PEELOR, Rosetta "Rose" HUNTER
1873-1948
Eugene Pioneer Cemetery, Eugene, Lane Co, OR
The Eugene Guard, Eugene OR, Wednesday, Mar 31 1948 - Rose Peelor, 75 years of age, of East 14th, passed away at Creswell, Ore. on Tuesday, March 30, 1948. She was born March 8, 1873 in Mt. Zion, Mo. Resident of Oregon for 39 years, member of Methodist Church in Eugene. Her husband, Charles H. Peelor, preceded her in death. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. O. B. Morris in Eugene; 9 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters and 2 brothers. Private funeral services will be held at the Simon Chapel on Thursday, April 1, with interment in the Pioneer Memorial Park.

PEELOR, Sherrod D.
1831-1905
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Mar 4 1905 - Died - Sherrod D. Peelor, in Brownington, at 6:20 a.m. Feb. 25, 1905. Born in Illinois September 15, 1831; he was 73. He came to Missouri at the age of 6 and had resided here ever since. He was married to Nancy B. Jones August 20, 1857. Three children - Thomas M. and Charles H. Peelor of Brownington, and a daughter Estelle E. the wife of Charles A. Swope, who resides in Kansas City. He had been a member of the Christian Church for 38 years. His widow also survives. Funeral Sunday and burial in Maplewood.

PEERY, Charles F.
1882-1905
Drakes Chapel Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Jun 3 1905 - The sad news reached Clinton last week that Charles F. Peery had been killed by lightning on Tuesday the 23rd. He had only been there about two months, looking after his Dakota claim. He was at the home of Rev. Snow, who went up there about three years ago. It was noon and they had sat down to dinner. Charley had just finished returning thanks when the lightning killed Rev. Snow's family horse, the one he had brought from Missouri. The men rushed out and the second bolt of lightning struck Charley, killing him instantly. Rev. Snow was knocked down. The left side of the deceased face was darkened a little and a dark spot was noticed on his breast, just under the chin. A small hole was burned in the sole of his left shoe, smooth as if cut with a knife. He was 23 and a member of the M. E. Church, south. Remains were brought to Clinton Friday night, accompanied by his brother Thompson Peery, and on Saturday were taken to the home of his mother near Drake's Chapel, where the funeral was conducted. Charley was born in Windsor April 22, 1882, the youngest son of Rev. J. T. Peery, who has been dead 15 years.

PEERY, Charles L. "Chuck"
abt 1959-2007
Doyal Cemetery, Doyal Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 15 2007 - Charles L. "Chuck" Peery, 48, Osceola, died Wednesday, June 13, 2007, at his home. Among survivors are his wife Debbie Beatty Peery; a son Cody, and daughter Abbey, all of the home; his mother Charleen of Clinton; his mother and father-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Lee Beatty of ElDorado Springs. Funeral services will be Sunday, June 17, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Doyal Cemetery near Osceola.

PEERY, J. T., Rev.
1817-1890
Drakes Chapel Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Jun 14 1890 - Not dead but gone to eternal rest, Rev. J. T. Peery, at his home near Lewis, June 5, 1890, a sufferer from heart disease for years. Born Feb. 18, 1817 in Taswell County, Va., where he lived until he was 17, then moving with his parents to Grundy County, Mo., settling near Trenton. In 1855 married to Mrs. Johnson of Kansas City in the first ceremony ever performed in that, now the largest city in this western country. His first wife died in 1872 and he married the second time in 1876. Three children, one daughter, two sons. Bro. Peery joined the M. E. Church, South at 17, and joined the Southwest Missouri Conference in 1840, traveling thru this country when it was almost a wilderness, proclaiming the word of God. He even preached to the wild red men who inhabited this country at one time. He was sent as a delegate to new Orleans and to Nashville and has also filled the vacancy of bishop on several occasions and has been presiding elder a number of years. About eight years ago he bought and moved on a farm near Lewis Station and remained there until his spirit was borne away by the angels. Funeral at the Drake's Chapel cemetery.

PEGLOW, Richard C. Sr.
1944-2007
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 21 2007 - Richard C. Peglow, Sr., 63, of Clinton, MO, died Saturday, May 19, 2007 at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. He was born February 20, 1944 in Detroit, Michigan, to Alfred Joseph Peglow and Florence (Gardner) Peglow. On November 27, 1970 Richard married Linda Gay Beasley in Waynesville, MO. She survives of the home. Richard retired from the United States Army in 1989 after twenty-two years of service. He was a member of the Clinton Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 1894, and a former member of the Clinton Lions Club and Clinton Eagles Club. Surviving are his wife Linda of the home; two sons, Richard C. Peglow, Jr., and his fiance Christina of Columbia and Matthew Paul Hedrick of Clinton, MO; three daughters, Tammy Lynn Hernandez and her husband Rick of Phoenix, AZ; Tina Marie Peglow of Columbia, MO; and Berniece Peglow of Bay City, Michigan; his mother, Florence Peglow; two brothers, Frederick Peglow and Rick E. Peglow, all of Bay City, Michigan. Richard was preceded in death by his father, Alfred Joseph Peglow. Funeral services will be Wednesday May 23, 2007 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home. Burial in Englewood Cemetery.

PELTON, Ola L.
1899-1992
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Ola L. Pelton, 92, Windsor, died Sunday, March 29, 1992 at Golden Valley Hospital. She was born in Longview, Texas, and lived in Kansas City before moving to Windsor in 1952. Mrs. Pelton was a chocolate packer for the Luce Wild Biscuit Co. and the National Biscuit Co. before she retired. She was a Presbyterian. Survivors include two sisters, Mattie Leigh, Windsor, and Alice Anstead, Kansas City. Graveside services will be Tuesday at the Green Lawn Cemetery.

PEMBERTON, Gordon Bennett
1912-1994
Woods Chapel Cemetery, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Gordon Bennett Pemberton, 82, Chilhowee, was born June 19, 1912, in Holden, the son of William and Bessie Beamer Pemberton. He passed away Friday, August 5, 1994, at the Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg. He was raised on a farm in the Holden community. On September 25, 1937, he was united in marriage to Mary Ellen Proctor of Odessa. They continued to live on a farm near Odessa. He was also employed for 18 years at Allied Signal Company. Mary Ellen passed away December 27, 1980. On April 18, 1988, he was united in marriage to Sammy Cook and moved to Chilhowee. Gordon was a member of the Woods Chapel Methodist Church of Odessa, where he was very active until he moved to Chilhowee. He then united with the Baptist Church in Chilhowee, where he continued to be faithful. He is survived by his wife, Sammy, of the home; one daughter, Sherri Parks and her husband, Larry; one son, Donald Pemberton and wife, Peggy, all of Odessa; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Martha Atkinson of Centerview and Christine Tripp of Kansas City. He was preceded in death by one brother and three sisters. Funeral services were Monday, August 8, at the Chilhowee Baptist Church. Burial was in Woods Chapel Cemetery.

PEMBERTON, Joey Willis
1987-2007
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 17 2007 - Joey Willis Pemberton, 19, Brownington, died Tuesday, August 14, 2007. Graveside services will be Monday, August 20 at Brownington Cemetery. Joey was born September 11, 1987, in Osceola, son of J. W. and Debra Weir Pemberton. Preceding him in death is his grandmother, Betty Weir, uncles and aunts. Survivors include his parents, three brothers, Jesse Pemberton and wife Leann; Trace Pemberton and wife Judy; Daniel Pemberton; two sisters, Melissa Wolfe and husband Rick and April Pemberton; grandparents, Elmer and Willola Pemberton; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins plus numerous other family members and friends.

PENCE, Herbert Lyle "Bud"
1920-2005
Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 16 2005 - Herbert Lyle "Bud" Pence, 85, Lowry City, formerly of Kansas City, died Friday, May 13, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Services were held Monday, May 16, at Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola. Burial was in Lowry City Cemetery.

PENCE, Kathryn Dyer COOPER
1909-1998
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Kathryn Dyer Pence died Sunday, August 9, 1998, at Westwood Nursing Center in Clinton at the age of 89 years, two months and 13 days. Kathryn was born Mary 26, 1909, in Johnson County, the daughter of Jefferson Davis Cooper and Kathryn McDonald Cooper. She was a graduate of Windsor High School. Kathryn was married to Andrew G. "Babe" Pence, who preceded her in death July 24, 1973. Mrs. Pence lived in this area most of her life, and was very active in the community. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton, a past chairperson for the Red Cross, a member of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, a past regent of the Udolpha Miller Dorman Chapter of NSDAR. A volunteer Gray Lady at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, a member of the Wednesday Club, Clinton Country Club and a lifetime member of the Henry County Historical Society. She is survived by one nephew, Billie Cooper, Independence. Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 12, at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

PENDERGRASS, Clifford
1957-2014
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Clifford Pendergrass, age 56 of Windsor, MO, died at Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation on Wednesday, October 29, 2014. Clifford was born on December 22, 1957 to Clifford J. Pendergrass and Daisy 'Todd' Pendergrass of Springfield, MO. After high school he went to work as a laborer in the truck tire repair business. Clifford married Deanna Smith on December 18, 1981 in Independence, MO. They made their home in Windsor. Besides, his wife, his family and his church, Grace Community Church of Windsor, he loved woodworking. He especially loved wood carving. He could carve little 1" tall figures, complete with mustache, hair, eyes, ears, and etc. Clifford will be missed by all who knew him. Surviving Clifford is his wife, Deanna of the home; a daughter, Diana Treat (Chris) of Clinton, MO; two sons, William Nelson of Independence, KS and Steven Nelson (Sheila) of Independence, MO; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a sister Debra Pfeiffer of Excelsior Springs, MO; two brothers, Paul Smith of Windsor, MO and John Smith of Franktown, CO; and two sister-in-laws, Aleene Ellis of Calhoun, MO and Barbara Cox of Warsaw, MO. Preceding him in death were his parents; three brothers, Ricky, Ronnie and Herman; two sisters, Brenda and Pamela; and one brother-in-law, Eddie Newman. The family will receive visitors on Sunday, November 2, 2014 at the Grace Community Church in Windsor, MO, followed by a funeral service. Interment will follow at the Laurel Oaks Cemetery, Windsor, MO.

PENDLETON, Zacariah "Zac"
1856-1934
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Sep 6 1934 - Zac Pendleton, known as "Uncle Zac," one of Henry county's most interesting characters, died at his home a mile northwest of Clinton, Saturday afternoon, September 1. He was very fond of watermelons and each year had a patch on his farm. Friday he went to the patch to see about turning the stock in it as the watermelons hadn't been doing very good during the dry weather. He found several ripe watermelons, so sat down and ate them. That night at 8 o'clock he had an attack of acute indigestion which developed into heart trouble and caused his death the next day. Zacariah Pendleton was born January 18, 1856, at Meta, Mo., and farmed in Maries county. He was married to Miss Katheryn Burd in 1877, and four daughters, including twins, were born. One of the twins, Mrs. Della Gray, died some years ago, but the others survive and arrived in Clinton soon after the message of their father's death was received. They are Mrs. Stella Barnhart, Mrs. Mary Burnham and Mrs. Ollie Burns, Meta. His first wife died in 1907. Mr. Pendleton was married the second time to Miss Jennie Meredith, September 8, 1909, who survives him. To this marriage one child, Miss Emma Pendleton, who teaches the Collins school, was born. This youngest daughter was the joy of his existence for there was always a close bond between father and daughter, and both were most devoted to each other. He was extremely fond of ice cream and every time she came home she brought him some of this frozen delicacy which delighted him greatly. Three weeks ago Miss Pendleton and her other took Mr. Pendleton and Miss Emma's grandfather, Wm. Meredith to Maries county to se some of "Uncle Zac's" boyhood haunts and many old time friends. They came back by way of Bagnell Dam which country Mr. Pendleton had thoroughly explored in his youthful days before the dam was built. Mr. Pendleton was noted for his laugh, hearty and contagious, that made his listener laugh almost involuntarily. A rare good humor which was always present and his infectious laugh made him welcome anywhere, and in addition he was able to talk interestingly upon topics of the day. In his later days he read the newspapers thoroughly, then each evening his neighbors, J. T. Collins, John Dorman and others, gathered about and all discussed the issues of the day with many jokes and much good humor. "Uncle Zac" repaid his neighbors' visits by calling on them each week. He also liked to fish and spent many quiet hours engaged in the sport. Mr. Pendleton was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church and was a good husband and father. Funeral services were at the home Sunday.

PENGILLY, Sarah Jane HUGHES
1856-1919
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton, MO - Mrs. Alexander Pengilly passed way at her home on West Gravel street at 8 p.m., Friday of last week, from cancer of the stomach and other complications. She had been in failing health for years but was only bedfast for two weeks. Deceased was born May 28, 1856, on a farm west of Deepwater, where she lived until grown. Her maiden name was Sarah Jane Hughes. She was married 46 years ago to Alexander Pengilly, of Wisconsin, who was an Englishman, having been born in Cornwall, England. They lived in Wisconsin for a short time, after their marriage, then came to Clinton, which was her home for 56 years. Her husband preceded her in death September 25, 1906. Two daughters were born to them: Mrs. Rosetta Hagman, who died Nov. 15, 1910 and Miss Daisy, at home. She is also survived by one granddaughter, Sarah May Hagman, age 14, of Burley, Idaho, whom she raised from a little child and her whole life seemed centered in this little girl. She has missed her very much since she moved to Idaho with her father about a year ago. She also leaves a brother, John F. Hughes, and one sister, Mrs. F. M. Raines, both of Clinton. The daughter, Miss Daisy, gave her the tenderest and most loving nursing a daughter could give, never leaving her bedside for ten days and nights only to get things as her mother needed. Her mother wanted her to be near all the time. She gave her the first dose of medicine and the last drink of water. Mrs. Pengilly was ready and willing to go; her only thought being about leaving her daughter, and during the last days talked about going away and advised her what to do. She was conscious to the last and talked to her dear ones until her spirit was called to the Home above. Mrs. Pengilly was a good Christian woman, having united with the M. E. church in Wisconsin. She loved her home and her neighbors and was happiest, when doing things for the comfort and pleasure of those dear to her. She was lonely many times, as her health was such that she was kept at home so closely, but she loved the birds and flowers and talking to the little ones of her neighborhood, who will so sadly miss her. The daughter and other relatives have the sympathy of all in their sorrow. Funeral services were held at the residence Saturday, and the remains were interred in Englewood cemetery.

PENN, Brenda J. GREGORY
1951-1993
Elm Spring Baptist Church Cemetery, Elm, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Brenda J. Penn, 42, Kingsville, passed away Tuesday, February 9, 1993 at Trinity Lutheran Hospital in Kansas City. She was born January 17, 1951 in Clarksburg, West Virginia, the daughter of Jackson Stewart and Ruth (McGhee) Gregory. She lived in Kansas City and Warsaw before moving to the Elm community near Kingsville three years ago. She married Cecil Penn July 1983 in Bates City. Mrs. Penn was a homemaker. She leaves her husband Cecil; a daughter Diana Penn, of the home, and three daughters, Joyce, Angeliek, and Karen Stenback, all in the state of Washington; one son Richard Stenback, also in the state of Washington; two stepsons, Harry Penn and William Penn, both of Kansas City; her mother Ruth Lawson, Kansas City; four brothers, Gary, Larry and David Gregory of Kansas City and Charles Gregory, Independence; two sisters, Lavinia Penn and Susie Pratt, both of Kansas City; four grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; and one step-great-granddaughter. Funeral services were Saturday, February 13, 1993 at Elm Spring Baptist Church, Kingsville. Burial was in Elm Spring Cemetery.

PENNELL, Phyllis Lorene BLEVENS
1932-1993
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Phyllis Lorene Blevens Pennell was born October 12, 1932 in Andrews, Nebraska, the daughter of Lee and Sophia (Meyer) Blevens. She departed this world September 11, 1993, at the Ellett Memorial Hospital in Appleton City at at the age of 60. She is survived by two sons, Bill Pennell and Bob Pennell and wife, all of California; three brothers, Harold Blevens, Cole Camp, Don Blevens, Warrensburg; and Jimmie Schmidt; three sisters, Irene Keast, Portland, Oregon, Maxine McMillian, Clinton, Ann Givens, Dothan, Alabama; also a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services were Friday, September 17, at the Consalus Chapel in Clinton. Burial will be in the state of Washington.

PENNEYBAKER, William Johnson
1868-1899
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Dec 2 1899 - William Johnson Pennebaker died Monday at the home of his uncle, H. W. Salmon, of consumption, aged 31 years. Born in Versailles September 6, 1868 and came to Clinton in 1877 after the death of his mother, to make his home with his uncle. When 17, he went to Kemper Military school at Boonville, but fearing his fatal disease, as his parents and eight brothers and sisters had all died of consumption, firends thought it advisable for him to lead an outdoor life, so he went with a railroad survey party to the Indian Territory. His inclinations were to follow the banking business and when his health permitted, was on duty in his uncles, G. Y. and H. W. Salmon's bank. In December of 1895, he married Miss Bessie Gahan of Grand Island, Neb., who, with little daughter, survive him. Three years ago when the little one was six weeks old, he rented the Redding home on South Main St. and furnished it, hoping his health would permit him attending the duties in the bank, but in one month had to give it up, his wife residing with her parents and he engaged in mining in New Mexico and Colorado. Last summer, he went to the sanitarium at Las Vegas, N.V. and in October, returned to his uncle's home to be nursed by his aunt, Mrs. A. M. Tutt, where he was certainly blessed in the last years of his life by the ministering hands of one of the noblest, unselfish women of the world. He was a member of the Episcopal Church. Burial at Englewood.

PENNINGTON, Carl Edward
1963-2004
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 9 2004 - Carl Edward Pennington, son of William Eugene and Wilma Jane (Johnson) Pennington, was born October 8, 1963, in Clinton, and died at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, September 16, 2004, at the age of 41 years. Carl was a good father and stayed at home and took care of Hannah while Kelly worked. He loved to fish and hunt white tail deer. He could always make you laugh no matter what the occasion. He was preceded in death by his father William Eugene Pennington. He is survived by his mother Wilma Pennington, Lowry City; his companion, Kelly Motley; one daughter Hannah Marie Pennington, and a son, soon-to-be-born, Carl E. Pennington, Jr., all of the home; one stepson Justin Wayne Taylor, Clinton; two brothers, Raymond Pennington, Lowry City, and Jason Pennington, Clinton, and two sisters Lisa Daugherty of Osceola, and Krystal Thoene of Wellington, Utah, as well as one granddaughter, Seabrooke Witherspoon. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Tuesday, September 21. Cremation followed the service with a private burial in Englewood Cemetery at a later time.

PENNINGTON, Choise "Chuck"
1941-2007
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 26 2007 - Chuck Pennington, 66, Deepwater, died Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 28, at Consalus Funeral Home with burial in Maplewood Cemetery. Chuck was born July 3, 1941 in Vernon, Alabama, son of Ellis and Mattie Lou Bradford Pennington. He was a truck driver and received the 2,000,000 miles Safe Driving Award. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle and watching Nascar racing and football. He loved the outdoors and fishing. Preceding him in death was his parents, his first wife, Shirley Jean and one daughter, Teresa Jean Lindsay. Survivors include his wife, Sheila of the home; four sons, Clark Pennington and wife, Luann of Massachusetts; Leroy Pennington and wife, Brenda of South Carolina; Charley Pennington, Jr. and wife, De Reva of Mound Ridge, Kansas; Daryl Pennington and wife, Deanna of Fremont, Nebraska; one step daughter; seven step brothers and sisters; ten grandchildren and one step-grandchild.

PENNINGTON, Harry Lee
1932-2006
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 27 2006 - Harry Lee Pennington, 73, died October 26, 2006 at Plaza Manor Nursing Home, Kansas City. Graveside services will be held Monday, October 30, at Englewood Cemetery. He was born December 6, 1932 in Clinton, Missouri, son of Carl and Helen Mallory Pennington. Preceding him in death is his parents, two brothers, Howard and William Pennington. Survivors include three children; one sister, Betty L. Coke; numerous grandchildren; friend, Gordon Schneider; plus several nieces and nephews.

PENNINGTON, Shirley Jean WEIR
1944-2001
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Aug 21 2001 - Shirley Pennington, 57, Deepwater, died Thursday morning, August 16, 2001, at Golden Valley Hospital. She was the wife of Choise Pennington, who survives, and a homemaker. Other survivors include her mother, Betty Weir of Clinton; four sons, Vernon Clark Pennington of Massachusetts, Henry Leroy Pennington of South Carolina, Charley Choyce Pennington of Kansas, Daryl Franklin Pennington of Missouri; one daughter, Teresa Jean Lindsay of Nebraska; three brothers, Larry Weir of Missouri, Charles Weir of Illinois and Jeff Weir of Missouri; four sisters, Dorene Williams and Debra Pemberton, both of Brownington, Charlene Doolin of Raytown, and Nancy Brown of Indiana; 10 grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were held at the Sickman & Dunning Chapel Monday, August 20. Burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery in Brownington.

PENNOCK, Fannie Mae
1900-1981
Fannie Mae Pennock, 81, died at Golden Valley Hospital Sunday, Sept 20, 1981. She lived on route one, Clinton. She is survived by two sons, William Joe and Danny Pennock, both of route one; one sister, Mrs. Mildred Sudduth, Shelbina, Mo. Services were at Consalus Funeral Home with burial in Walnut Grove Cemetery, Boonville, MO.

PENNOCK, Joe C.
1899-1972
Clinton MO - Joe C. Pennock died Thursday, January 20, 1972, at the Boone County Hospital in Columbia. He was a former resident of Clinton and was employed by Missouri Public Service. He leaves his wife, Fanny Pennock, of the home; and three sons: Danny, of Clinton, William J. of Quarles, and Lewis of Boonville. Funeral services were held Saturday at the William-Wood Funeral Home. Burial was in Boonville, MO.

PENNOCK, Melissa Ann
1988-1988
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Melissa Ann Pennock, infant daughter of Daryl and Janie Pennock, died Monday, April 11, 1988, at Golden Valley Hospital. She was born April 11, 1988. In addition to her parents, she is survived by a stepbrother, Troy Roskop, of the home. Funeral services will be Friday at the Consalus Chapel. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery.

PENNOCK, William Joseph "Bill"
1936-1988
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Funeral services for William Joe Pennock were held at 11 a.m. Monday, October 31, 1988, at Consalus Chapel. William Pennock was born August 30, 1936 in Boonville, MO, to Joe C. Pennock and Fannie Mae Crowley Pennock. He died October 27, 1988. He was preceded in death by his father, mother, a brother, Lewis and a granddaughter, Melissa. He leaves his wife Gretchen, of the home; one son, Daryl, and a daughter-in-law, Janie; a grandson, Troy and a brother, Danny. Mr. Pennock attended grade school in Boonville. His parents moved to Sedalia where he had his first year of high school. They later moved to Clinton, where he finished schooling. On June 5, 1955, he married Gretchen Tubbesing of the Quarles community. He started his working career as a service station attendant. He also worked for REA at Butler and then went to Missouri Public Service Co. He then turned to farming in 1959. They later purchased a truck for water hauling. The latter two were his pride and joy, as he loved the outdoors. He was well liked by everyone who knew him. He enjoyed meeting and talking to people on his water route. He will be missed by family and his many friends. Additional survivors include his sister-in-law, Nadine; three nephews, Mike, David and Brian and one niece, Misty.

PENROD, James B.
1917-2006
Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 21 2006 = James B. Penrod, 89, Rose Estates, Overland Park, KS, died Sunday, February 19, 2006, at home. He was born in Golden City, November 2, 1917. He attended Westport High School, Kansas City and received his BS from the University of Nebraska and his BA from the University of Florida. He joined the Army Air Corps as a pilot in WWII and served his country with distinction, flying missions over Germany. He joined TWA and flew DC3's between KC, Chicago and Tucumcari, NM. He then rejoined the newly formed U.S. Air Force in 1947 as a pilot and SAC Wing Commander. He retired in 1971 from the U. S. Air Force and became Office Manager for National Lubricant and Grease Institute (NLGI) on the Plaza and retired again in 1985. He married Dixie Rose Shore in 1942, who died in 1963, and then married Marjorie Heimbrook in 1966, former high school friend from Westport High. He and Marjorie retired in Clinton until Marjorie's death in 2004. Mr. Penrod is survived by his brother Morris Penrod and wife Marie of Gladstone; two sisters, Ernestine Heusi of Defiance, OH and Ellawee Ritter of Kansas City; one son James B. Penrod Jr. and wife Patty and daughters, Penelope Shore Maurer and husband Jim, Leslee Johnson and husband Bob, all of Olathe, Kansas; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; two best friends, Charlie Weinstein and Jim Skidmore. Services will be Thursday, February 23, at Mt. Moriah and Freeman Funeral Home, 10507 Holmes Road, Kansas City. Burial will be in Mt. Moriah Cemetery.

PENROD, Marjorie H.
1920-2004
Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 28 2004 - Marjorie H. Penrod, Clinton and formerly of Kansas City, died Wednesday, June 23, 2004, at KU Medical Center. Funeral services were Sunday, June 27, at Mt. Moriah and Freeman, I-435 and Holmes Road. Burial was in Mt. Moriah Cemetery. She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana. She attended Westport High School, UMKC and Kansas University. She was a member of the Gamma Phi Beta Sorority, a Kansas University Relay Princess and Beaux Arts Ball Princess. She was a TWA Airline stewardess and passenger agent, a secretary for F. S. Mosley Investment Co., a real estate agent for Campbell, Leonard and Golden and a travel agent for Capt'n Kidd Travel Agency. She was active in the Musettes of he Kansas City Museum and Children's Community Theatre, a member of the Friends of Art, affiliated with the Sigmas of Sigma Chi, the Gamma Phi Beta Alumni Association and the United Way. The Kansas City Star recognized her in the "40 Years Ago" column. She studied portrait painting with the former Dwight Roberts and Sculpting with Grant Kinner of Culver Stockton. After her marriage to Colonel James B. Penrod, USAF, they were assigned to many Air Force bases and retired from Goose Air Force Base, Labrador. She and her husband raised Registered Horned Herefords at the Penbrook Ranch in Calhoun. She is survived by her husband, Colonel James B. Penrod, USAF (Ret.) of the home; two daughters, Mrs. Leslee Ann Johnson and Mrs. Penelope Maurer of Olathe, Kansas, and one son, James B. Penrod, Jr. of Stilwell, Kansas; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her sister, Mrs. Julia H. Jones of Kansas City.

PEOPLES, Frankie Dean III
1989-2003
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 7 2003 - Frankie Dean Peoples III was born August 16, 1989 in San Diego, California, to Frankie Dean and Lainie Crossley Peoples. He died suddenly on June 7, 2003 in Cole Camp. Frankie attended Clinton Middle School where he earned a spot on the honor roll making A's and B's. A young member of Allen Street Baptist Church, he involved himself as much as possible. Involved in sports, Frankie enjoyed football and baseball. Frankie also enjoyed playing his guitar, riding his skateboard, eating pickles, making tents with his sister, deer hunting with his dad, his lizard "Gallahad", little children, playing video games. He especially enjoyed making people laugh. His favorite bands were Green Day and Nirvana. He is survived by his mother, Lainie Garnet of California; his father and stepmother Frankie D. and Candi L. Peoples of Clinton; a sister Megan Mane Peoples; stepsister Alyssa C. Hawkins; his grandparents Josephine Stewart, Frank D. Peoples Sr., Anne M. Peoples, Dee Crossley, James Crossley; step-grandparents, Butch and Lila Masten; great-grandparents, Garrett and Martha Sorrells; uncles, Mike Peoples, Cary Howerton and Scott Peoples; aunts, Julie Chavira, Lisa Guier, Amanda Peoples, Rhonda Peoples; cousins, Caitlyn Chavira, Austin Peoples, McKinsey Peoples, Christian Guier, Daniel Chavira, Saryh Peoples, Lexi Crossley; other relatives and friends. Most of all Frankie loved the Lord. Recently baptized and recommitted, he was absolutely "on fire" for God! His dreams ranged from being a professional baseball player to an artist, to a rock star and to recently a SWAK for the Navy. Funeral services were Wednesday, June 11, at Allen Street Baptist Church. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

PEPPERCORN, George Edward
1908-1998
Memorial Park Cemetery, Lawrence, Douglas Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - George Edward Peppercorn, son of George John and Erma (Tasset) Peppercorn, was born November 17, 1908, in Spearville, Kansas, and died at his home in Clinton on August 13, 1998, at the age of 89 years. George had lived in Spearville, Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas, and later in Osceola, before moving to Clinton in 1973. He was in the real estate business in Lawrence, where the Peppercorns lived for 25 years and the family was prominent in the business community. He later was an appraiser for the corps of Engineers, retiring in 1975. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church, the VFW in Lawrence and the Clinton Country Club. Mr. Peppercorn was a veteran of World War II, serving in the Signal Corps in the Philippines and in other areas in the Pacific Theatre. He served in the Kansas Legislature from 1958 to 1962. He was a former member of the Kansas House of Representatives. Mr. Peppercorn is survived by his wife, Mary, of the home; two daughters, Georgia Kinney of Kansas City and Pauline "Polly" Dye of Wichita, Kansas; one sister, Bertha Schultz of Johnson, Kansas, and five grandchildren. The funeral mass was held at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Clinton on Tuesday, August 18. Graveside services were held at the Lawrence, Kansas, Memorial Park Cemetery with interment in the Lawrence Memorial Park Cemetery.

PEPPERCORN, Mary A. MARTIN
1906-1999
Memorial Park Cemetery, Lawrence, Douglas Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mary A. Peppercorn, daughter of Joseph and Bessie (Campbell) Martin, was born February 13, 1906, in Marshall, and died at the Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas, on April 2, 1999, at the age of 93 years. Mary had lived in Clinton since 1973. Since her husband, George Peppercorn died in August 1998 she had moved to Wichita, Kansas, to be near her daughter, Polly. Spending time with her family and friends were always important to Mary. While living in Lawrence, Kansas, Mary volunteered for many jobs which included being chairman for the United Way and chairman of the Savings Bond Drive during WWII. Some of her hobbies were gardening and growing flowers, traveling, playing golf and bridge. Mary is survived by two daughters, Pauline (Polly) Dye of Wichita, Kansas, and Georgia Kinney of Kansas City, as well as five grandchildren. A memorial mass was said at the Holy Rosary Church on Wednesday, April 8, with graveside services at the Lawrence Memorial Park Cemetery, Lawrence, Kansas.

PEREZ, Ralph "J.R." Jr.
1946-2005
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 12 2005 - Ralph "J.R." Perez Jr., 59, Clinton, died Saturday, December 10, 2005, at the VA Hospital, Columbia. Funeral mass will be Tuesday, December 13, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Clinton, with burial in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. He was born in Kansas City. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era. He owned and operated Graffities in Clinton for 20 years. He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 14, Clinton, and held a charter membership in the Clinton Country Club. He is survived by his wife Alice, of the home, and one son Aaron; his parents Ralph and Aurora Perez, all of Clinton; one sister Rosemary Teeman and husband Donald, Independence, and a nieces Jackie Melchior of Olathe, Kansas, as well as a number of other relatives and friends.

PERIMAN, Clifford
1915-2008
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 2 2008 - Clifford Periman, 92, Harlingen, Texas, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008, at Twin Brooks South, San Benito, Texas. Funeral services will be Tuesday, Aug. 5, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, with burial in Deepwater Cemetery, Deepwater. Clifford was born in Vernon County. He was a operating engineer for Local 101, Kansas city. He was a member of the Park Grove Christian Church, Lowry City, the Lowry City Masonic Lodge, the Kansas City Scottish Rite Bodies, the Ararat Shrine and the Order of Eastern Star in Harlingen, Texas. He served as mayor pro-tem for the City of Deepwater for many years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bert and Vivian Barton Periman; five brothers, Glen, Gordon, Basil, Russell and Cecil; his first wife, Jessie Lea Periman, and two daughters, Vivian Branstetter and Jane Church Southers. He is survived by his wife, Leah of the home; one daughter, Ginger Bailey of Clinton; one brother, Everett Periman of Nevada, Missouri; seven grandchildren and a number of great-grandchildren and other relatives and friends.

PERKINS, Margaret J. SCHMIDT
1916-1993
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Margaret (Schmidt) Perkins, Flora Vista, New Mexico, died Tuesday, Oct. 19, and funeral services were held October 23 at Farmington, New Mexico. Her late husband was Ferdinand Schmidt. He had a barber shop and she had a beauty shop on the south side of the Square in Clinton for many years. Survivors include Jim Schmidt and John Schmidt and Elaine Grady of Farmington, N.M.

PERKINS, Norma Lee
abt 1934-1991
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Norma Lee Perkins, 57, route two, Clinton, died at her home Friday, September 6, 1991. She is survived by her husband Ambrose Perkins of the home; two daughters, Marsha Mayor of Clinton and Joyce Klamn of St. Louis; one niece, Jennifer Klamn, also of St. Louis. Mrs. Perkins was a nurses aide.

PERRIN, Blanche Belle HENDRIX
1890-1920
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Jan 24 1920 - A Young Mother Dead - Death is always sad, but so much worse when a young Mother is taken from her little ones as it was when Mrs. John Perrin died at her home in Brownington the night of January 22nd. She had suffered since last July with tuberculosis, which followed a severe attack of influenzam which she had last winter. For several months she had been bedfast and her Mother, Mrs Mary Hendrx, of Kansas City had been at her bedside ministering to her. Deceased was about 29 years of age and her maiden name was Blanche Belle Hendrix. She lived for several years in the Mt. Carmel and Elm Branch neighborhood, also in Brownington, then after her marriage , moved to Kansas City, until after she became ill and her physian advised her to return to the country in hopes better air would prolong her life. She leaves her devoted young husband, little daughter, Violet Ruth, age 4; and little son Clifton age 2. She also leaves her Mother, three brothers, Elbert Hendrix, north of Clinton; Allen Hendrix, Brownington: L. Hendrix, of Kansas City; and five sisters, Madames Harry Gill, Lola Schoof, Georgie Peters, Jacob Schneider, Kansas City; Mrs Henry Bellmyer, Brownington. Deceased was a sweet Christian woman and a member of the Baptist Church, having been converted during meetings held years ago by Rev. C.M. Truex, in the Russell school, west of Clinton. She was not a fear of death, her only concernwas the leaving of her little ones. But we pray that others will guide these dear children in the paths of the Savior, so they will meet their Mother in Heaven. The funeral services were conducted at Brownington last Saturday in beautiful Maplewood Cemetery.

PERRIN, Clifton Bayliss
1918-1920
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, May 1920 - Little Clifton Bayless Perrin, age 2 years, one month and 24 days, died at the home of his grandmother, May 2, 1920.  Was born in Kansas City, Mo., March 8, 1918.  He leaves his father, little sister Violet; his two loving grandmothers, Mrs. N. J. Perrin, Mrs. M. Hendrix; and a host of loving aunts, uncles and cousins to mourn his death. The deceased was preceded by his mother about four months ago.

PERRIN, John Henry
1889-1970
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - John Henry Perrin, was born in Osceola, MO, on December 22, 1889. He died at Wetzel Hospital, Clinton, MO on May 7, 1970. In 1913, he was married to Blanche Belle Hendrix, and to this union two children were born. In 1920, his wife passed away, and he later remarried Pearl Kyle, and to this union was born one son. Mr. Perrin spent most of his life in the Brownington community, until moving to be with his daughter Violet, who cared for him the past two year. He is also preceded in death by a son, Clifton, who died in 1920. He is survived and sadly missed by his daughter, Violet Turner, of Clinton, MO; one son Harold, and a stepson Ralph, of Wichita, Kansas, four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and other realtives and many friends.

PERRIN, Nancy Jane DEMPSEY
1860-1957
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Services Today For Mrs. Perrin, 97 Mrs. Nancy Jane Perrin, 97, Brownington, Mo.; died about 1:00 a.m., Sept 18, at her home there. Mrs. Perrin, always active and alert, had been blessed with excellent health, most of her life, and had never suffered illness of any consequence until recently. She had been in declining health since July, 1956, but had been about and especially enjoyed her birthday last February. For the past 14 years her son, John, had resided with her and devotedly looked after her welfare. Funeral services will be held Sept 19, at the Brownington Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Maplewood Cemetery. Nancy Jane Dempsey was born Feb. 10, 1860, near Gaines post office, east of Clinton, the youngest of nine children of George W. and Sally Barnett Dempsey, all of whom preceded her in death at advanced ages, except a brother who died at 7 years of age and one killed in the Civil War. She grew to young womanhood in the Gaines Community and on Jan. 2, 1876, married John Davis. Two children blessed this union, a son, Marion, now deceased, who some 60 years years ago was an employee of The Clinton Eye, and Mrs. Myrtie Reese of Brownington, who survives. After a short residence at Gaines the family moved to Osceola where Mr. Davis died in 1880. He had served as mail coach driver from Clinton to Warsaw and from Osceola to Warsaw. In 1882 she married Joseph N. Perrin of Osceola and they made their home there until moving to Brownington in 1891. Four children were born to this union, two of whom preceded her in death, George in infancy and Denny, who died 14 years ago having also lived in the home, looking after his Mother's welfare. Mr. Perrin died in 1903. Surviving are the son, John of the home; and a daughter, Mrs. Bert Hendrix, Brownington. Early in life Mrs. Perrin united with the Presbyterian Church at Gaines. She was a devoted wife and Mother, always very fond of children, and through the years at various times took into; her home many young folks, relatives and friends, to reside with her until they were permanently settled in life. Warm hospitality reigned in her household, and visitors gave her great pleasure. A hobby was piecing quilts of which she had made many. At the age of 86 she and her daughter, Mrs. Reece had pieced four which Mrs. Perrin then quilted in expert fashion. Surviving, besides her son and two daughters before mentioned, are 12 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren. Three grandchildren and one great-grandchild-preceded her in death.

PERRY, Cecil Frances MARSHALL
1918-2011
Kidds Chapel Cemetery, Chalk Level Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Cecil Frances Perry, 92, passed away on Tuesday January 11, 2011 at Westwood Nursing Home, attended by her special granddaughter, Brenda Collins. Mrs. Perry was born March 25, 1918 to Willie and Maude (Dunham) Marshall. She is the oldest of 5 children. On August 8, 1933 she married John Perry. They had 3 daughters., Mary Frances, Claudine and Shirley Jean. She was preceded in death by her husband, 2 grandsons, Bill Murray and Brady Edmunds; one great grandson, Tanner Edmunds; her parents, brother and 3 sisters. Cecil is survived by her sister, Alice and husband Ralph Larsen of Osceola, Missouri; her daughters, Mary Smith of Clinton, Missouri, Claudine and husband Harold Battmer of Lee’s Summit, Missouri and Shirley Edmunds of Lowry City, Missouri; 4 grandsons; 4 grand daughters; great grand children ; great-great grandchildren; one cousin Ed Dunham of Appleton City, Missouri and many other family members and friends. Interment at Kidds Chapel Cemetery.

PERRY, Dora GREENE CRISSEY
1859-1938
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor, Henry Co, MO - Mrs. Dora Crissey Perry died at her home, 502 South Main street, June 23, after prolonged illness. The funeral was conducted from the Methodist church Sunday afternoon. Interment was in the Crissey family lot in Laurel Oak cemetery. Mrs. Perry in her later years gradually outlived most of her contemporaries, but at one time was one of Windsor's best known citizens. For the past seven years she has been afflicted with paralysis, causing loss of speech, and for the past year and a half had been a bedfast invalid, resulting from shock over the loss of her beloved husband, J. W. Perry, who died on her 78th birthday, February 2, 1937. Mrs. Perry was born in 1859 on a plantation near Knoxville, Tenn. As a little girl, immediately after the Civil War, she moved by wagon with her family from Tennessee into Missouri. A number of emancipated slaves, formerly belonging to the family, accompanied them to Missouri. The Greene family settled in Henry County, five miles northwest of Calhoun, but soon after moved to and built a home on a farm two miles west of Calhoun. Here Miss Dora Greene met William Ernest Crissey of Windsor, formerly of Illinois, representative of a large Philadelphia mercantile firm, and previously a lieutenant of Illinois Cavalry during the Civil War. They were married in 1883, and immediately established their permanent home in Windsor, from 1884 until Mr. Crissey's death in 1902, occupying the large home at 502 South Tebo street. Four children were born, surviving are Virgil in Colorado, Elwell in New York City. These two sons are the only survivors of the immediate family. In 1913 Mrs. Crissey was married to J. W. Perry of Windsor. The inseparable devotion of this couple for nearly a quarter of a century, terminated only by Mr. Perry's death, was an inspiration and a joy to all who knew them. No man and wife could have been happier together or more loyal to each other. This loyalty was shared by the brothers who survived Mr. Perry's death. During five years her husband had tendered Mrs. Perry every care, thinking no sacrifice too costly if it contributed to her comfort. The responsibility relinquished by the husband at death was immediately assumed by his brothers. Throughout these eighteen recent pitiful months, while Mrs. Perry lay in her bed paralyzed, mute, and helpless, she was watched over and cared for with loving solicitude by Paul E. Perry of Windsor, and by his wife, Uva, until she too died last March. As a girl of 17 Dora Greene professed Christ Jesus as her Savior, and placed in Him her hope of eternal life. At that time she united with the Methodist Episcopal church, South, of Calhoun. Throughout all her life she remained the steadfast supporter of her church. This good woman lived a rich life, and came to its end full of years and honor; for she had faced starkest tragedy, yet had lived to laugh again; she had known tribulations, yet by stout heart had conquered them; she had experienced pride and gladness, yet had not yielded to selfishness.

PERRYMAN, Charles E.
1939-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 15 2002 - Charles E. Perryman, 63, Osceola, died Wednesday, November 13, 2002, at his home. He was a recreational vehicle technician. Graveside services will Tuesday, November 19, at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Marshall.

PERSHING, Clara Irene CHAPMAN SMITH
1910-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 28 2002 - Clara Irene Smith-Pershing, a longtime Clatskanie, Oregon resident, died Friday, January 4, 2002, at Community Home Health and Hospice in Longview, Oregon, at the age of 91. She was born in Collins, on May 21, 1910, the daughter of Thomas Lee and Sarah Elizabeth (Goodpasture) Chapman, and received her early education there. On January 1, 1929, she married Roy Franklin Smith in Osceola and they moved to Clatskanie from Clinton, in 1947. He preceded her in death on October 1, 1956. For 19 years she worked for Coumbia School District 5J as a cook at the elementary school. On June 30, 1979, she married Robert "Bob" Pershing in Clatskanie Baptist Church. Mrs. Pershing was a life member of Wabanang Chapter OES No. 127, Clatskanie, and past worthy matron. She was a member of LaFrance Rebekah Lodge No. 155 and past noble grand of Clatskanie and was a member of the Clatskanie Garden Club and the Clatskanie Baptist Church, as well as the United Methodist Church in Clatskanie. She enjoyed being with her family and was remembered by her friends as an outstanding cook and gardener. Survivors include her husband, Bob Pershing in Longview; three daughters and a son-in-law, Connie Reed, Alice and Ron Puzey, and Ruth Pillar, all of Clatskanie; a son and daughter-in-law, Jack and Carol Smith of Clatskanie; a brother, Ted Chapman of Clatskanie; nine grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. Services were held Wednesday, January 9, at the Haakinson-Grouix Mortuary Chapel. Private interment was at Murray Hill Cemetery.

PETERIE, Dorothy A.
1916-1996
Freeman-Holsapple Cemetery, Collins Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat - Mrs. Dorothy A. Peterie, 79, Collins, died Tuesday, April 23, 1996, at Big Springs Care Center in Humansville. Mrs. Peterie was born near Vista, and was a lifelong St. Clair County area resident. She was a member of the Coon Creek Baptist Church in Collins. Survivors include her husband, Lester, of the home; one son, Gary Peterie of Overland Park, Ks.; one daughter, Lavern Wolf of Lee's Summit; five grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Friday, April 26, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Freeman-Holsapple Cemetery.

PETERIE, Raymond "Ray"
1923-2004
Freeman-Holsapple Cemetery, Collins Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 6 2004 - Raymond (Ray) Peterie, son of Bert C. and Della (smith) Peterie, was born October 27, 1923, and died Thursday, December 2, 2004. He lived in the Collins area his entire life with the exception of two years he served during World War II, including one year in the European Theater. He served in the 75th Division attached to General Patton's Army as a replacement at the Battle of the Bulge. He graduated from Collins High School in 1941. He married Marjorie Beatrice (Bea) Gentry January 28, 1943. He was preceded in death by his daughter Debbie Peterie Bright. He is survived by his wife Bea; sister Anna Lee McBride; two sons, Kenny and wife, Wanda, and Randy and wife Marilyn; grandchildren, Timothy Peterie and wife Jodi, Tonya Peterie-Watkins and husband Steve, Jerry Peterie and wife Kathie, Lennie Peterie and wife Kimberly, Angie Cooper-Hicks and husband David, Chad Bright, Jason Bright, Dusty Bright, and eight great-grandchildren; son-in-law Harvey Bright; sisters-in-law Betty Martin and Bonnie Capps; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be Tuesday, December 7, at Sheldon Funeral Home, Osceola. Burial will be in Freeman/Holsapple Cemetery, Collins.

PETERMAN, Elizabeth Sara HANCOCK
1902-1979
Knob Noster Cemetery, Knob Noster, Johnson Co, MO
Windsor MO - Elizabeth Sara Peterman, 77, of Knob Noster, died July 12, 1979, at Windsor Hospital, Windsor, MO. Mrs. Peterman was born March 18, 1902, in Chilhowee, the daughter of Willie C. and Anna Moss (Stanley) Hancock. She married Charles E. Peterman August 14, 1928. He survives. Mrs. Peterman was a teacher for more than 30 years, primarily in the Knob Noster school system. She retired in 1969. She was a member of the First Christian Church. Other survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Helen Thurston of Knob Noster; a son, Cecil E. Peterman of Bowling Green, MO; a sister, Mrs. Willamene Hoffman of Tulare, CA, seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Services were at the church with burial in the Knob Noster Cemetery.

PETERMAN, John G.
1889-1919
Combs Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
J. G. Peterman died at the home of his sister, Mrs. F. M. Story, of Kansas City, Friday, July 19th, after a two weeks' illness of septic poison of the tonsils. Deceased was born in Clinton, Mo., 29 years ago, and was the son of William Peterman and wife. He was married to Miss Clara Horstmann, of this city, December 23, 1917, and lived here until July 1st, when they moved to Kansas City to make their home. He was employed for ten years as traveling salesman of the National Biscuit Company, and had he lived would have been called to the colors on the 20th of July. Mr. Peterman was held in high esteem by everyone for his honesty and kindness to all. He leaves to mourn his death, besides his wife, the following brothers and sister: Thomas, of Clinton, Mo.; Will, residing near Kansas City; Firman and Ora, of Kansas City; and Mrs. F. M. Story, of Kansas City. The remains were taken to Combs Cemetery at Clinton, Mo., on Sunday, July 21, and the services were conducted by Wade H. Johnson, after which the remains were laid to rest by the side of his father, who died one year ago the 15th of June. The remains were accompanied to Clinton by his wife, sister, Mrs. Story, and brother, Firman.

PETERMAN, Minnie Faye
1906-1924
Fields Creek Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Apr 18 1924 - Minnie Faye Peterman was born in Dallas county, Mo., November 18, 1906, which made her 17 years old her last birthday. Faye was a lovable, industrious girl and had been in charge of the dining room at the New Central Hotel for the past two years. She always attended the Christian church. Many people will remember her and Miss Rhodes as being the young ladies who demonstrated coffee at the Poultry Show last December. She had lived in Clinton for the past 14 years. She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. L. Peterman, who live on South Carter street, three sisters - Mrs. J. H. Temple, South Washington street; Mrs. Gladys Smith and Miss Maude Peterman, at home; and four brothers - Arthur, Allie, Walter and Edwin, all at home. Funeral at the home of the parents Monday. Burial in Fields Creek cemetery. (Killed in a car accident April 11, 1924 about 1.5 miles northeast of Deepwater.)

PETERMAN, Myrtle Evelyn ROWDEN
1874-1937
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Tom Peterman died at her home on South Carter street,. at 9:20 p. m. Sunday, having been bedfast eight months, the end of five years of illness brought on by a malignant trouble that caused her intense suffering which she however bore bravely and courageously. She had the comfort of her children about her most of the last months and with loving care thy eased her pain and brightened, her days as the end drew near. Myrtle Rowden was born January 8, 1874, near Hickory Grove. She was reared by James H. Settles east of Clinton, becoming a member of his family when she was a little girl nine years of age, and was given kind and fatherly love and comfort by him and his family. August 15, 1895 she and Mr. Peterman were united in marriage at Hickory Grove and soon after made their home in Clinton where they have since lived. Mrs. Peterman was a good mother and wife, making a Christian home for her children, whom she taught the principles of worthy citizenship. She was a member of the Christian church, always happy when she could attend and faithfully read her Bible, going through it the fourth time the last month of her life. She loved her home, taking pride in her skill as an expert cook, and enjoyed sewing which was her greatest diversion. She was greatly interested in making quilts and had pieced many different patterns, giving all her children and each granddaughter a wedding ring quilt she had pieced especially for them and which now they doubly prize. She took sincere pleasure in watching things grow and her flowers and garden took a fair share of her time. Mrs. Peterman is survived by her husband, three daughters, Mesdames J. H. Temple of Clinton, Gladys Christina of Kansas City; Mrs. Maud Chick, of Clinton; and four sons, Arthur of Kansas City; Allie, Walter, and Edwin of Clinton; also two sisters, Mrs. Ed Baird of Calipatria, Calif., and Mrs. Addie Moffet of Windsor, Mo., five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The funeral services were Wednesday at the home, 610 South Carter.

PETERS, Edith Orena SUMMERS
1907-1993
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Edith Orena Peters, daughter of Robert and Emma Cooper summers, was born February 9, 1907, and departed this life May 19, 1993, at the St. Mary's Hospital, Blue Springs, at the age of 86. Mrs. Peters was born in Henry County, and was a lifelong resident before moving to Blue Springs 11 years ago. She was a member of the Calhoun Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Eastman Peters, her parents, one sister Ethel LaRue, and an infant son. She is survived by one daughter Bonnie Gunn, Blue Springs; three brothers, Grover Summers, Clinton, Roy Summers and Robert Summers, both of Windsor; three sisters, Ada Hartle, Arvada, Colorado; Kathryn Womble and Norma Gladfelter, both of Windsor, as well as five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Calhoun Baptist Church, Saturday, May 22, 1993. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

PETERS, Eva M. DEWITT
1872-1936
Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. A. H. Peters died in a Kansas City hospital at 5:30 Sunday morning, April 26. She had been in ill health the last three or four months and was in the hospital over a week, then was brought home only to be returned again in a last vain attempt to regain her health. Eva DeWitt was born September 17, 1872, in Benton county and when a small child moved with her parents to henry County near Thrush where she grew to womanhood and was married to A. H. Peters, May 15, 1895. She spent practically all her life in this community, where she had many friends. She delighted in entertaining guests in her hospitable home. She was quiet and home-loving yet was always good company as she enjoyued life keenly and was alert and interested in the events of the day. Seven children were given Mr. and Mrs. Peters, of whom five survie to comfort the bereaved husband: Mrs. Louie Pratt, Appleton City; Willie Peters, near the old home of his mother in Thrush neighborhood; Mrs. Ted Conrad, Montrose; Eastman Peters, near Calhoun; Mrs. Ernie Keifer, Oklahoma. There are also four grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at the Mt. Olivet church Tuesday. Burial was at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

PETERS, Lorene M. HUGHEY TURNEY
1901-1991
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lorene M. Peters, 89, was born in Van Buren, Arkansas, November 23, 1901, the daughter of Rev. J. A. and Maggie Olds Hughey and passed away Tuesday afternoon, October 22, 1991, at the Warsaw Health Care Center. She was united in marriage to William C. Turney on November 30, 1920, and they made their home in Harrison, Arkansas. One son, James Turney, was born to this union. He preceded her in death on October 25, 1925, and her husband William passed away on November 16, 1937. She moved to the Kansas City area and on August 2, 1941, she was united in marriage to George Peters at Liberty. They made their home in Kansas City and moved to Warsaw in 1954 where she had continued to make her home. Her husband George also preceded her in death on April 16, 1962. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Warsaw and a member of past Worthy Matron of the Osage Valley Chapter 502 Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by a nephew, Lester Campbell of Sand Springs, Oklahoma, and a niece, Charlene Lynn of Van Nuys, California; several great-nephews and nieces, and friends. Funeral services were held at the Reser Funeral Chapel on Thursday, October 24, 1991. Burial was in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Harrison, Arkansas.

PETERS, Verna Sue SNYDER
1948-2016
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 3 2017 - Verna Sue Peters, 68, Leeton, died early Thursday morning, December 29, 2016, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, leaving her family and community devastated by her loss, having been touched by her love. Verna was born April 12, 1948, in Lawton, Oklahoma, the daughter of Vernon Dale Snyder and Delila Charlene (Grissom) Snyder. As a single mom with two young boys, Verna met William DeWitt "Bill" Peters, the love of her life, with the help of her brother, Ronnie. Verna and Bill fell in love, married and the blended family began. Following would be many years of family gatherings, celebrations and life-molding experiences. Family was the most important thing in Verna's life. She designated her life's purpose to be a caretaker of others. She didn't just talk the talk, she walked the walk through her actions and prayers. Faith was essential in getting her through a lifelong struggle of personal and family health challenges. She worked for a few years as a manager in the credit office at Wetzel Clinic. Her favorite job was driving the school buss for Shawnee R-III School District. Many of her passengers are now grown children who remember the many lipstick prints left on their foreheads. Verna was a member of Drake's Chapel United Methodist Church, rural Clinton; Xi Epsilon Epsilon Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi and Shawnee Mound Ladies Aid. Following the sports games and activities of her grandchildren, shopping with friends and cooking were things she enjoyed. she was a gifted musician, playing the piano and singing at church and for weddings. In her younger years, she played softball and was the 1962 Home Run Champion of the Ladies Softball League in Lawton, Oklahoma. Survivors include three sons, Chris Allen, Clinton, Travis Allen (Tabitha), Warrensburg, and Mark Peters (Lisa), Clinton; two daughters, Val Ruth (John), Leawood, Kansas, and Kimberly Marcum (Kim), Sedalia; 11 grandchildren, Amanda Johnson (Ben), Angie Wilson (Randy), Jeff Marcum (Lori), Jared Marcum (Brandy), Katie Christensen (Steve), Abbie Xavier (John), Dylan Allen, Jared Allen, Zain Allen, Lindsay Peters and Brooke Peters; eight great-grandchildren, Brayden, Peyton, Grayson, Maleah, Bennett, Audrey, Annabelle and Mierabella; a brother, Charles "Ron" Snyder (Inju), Fletcher, Oklahoma; a sister-in-law, Rosalie Bennett, Clinton; two nieces, Melanie Solis and Michelle Juarez; two nephews, Charles Snyder and Micah Snyder, and several great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Bill, on February 27, 2014. Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 4, at Drake's Chapel United Methodist Church, rural Clinton. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PETERS, William DeWitt "Bill"
1941-2014
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
William D. Peters, age 72 years, passed away Thursday, February 27, 2014 at his home in Leeton, Missouri. Funeral services will be held Monday, March 3, 2014 at Drakes Chapel United Methodist Church, Clinton, Missouri. Interment will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. William was born October 14, 1941 in Clinton, Missouri the son of Ernest and Stella (Woods) Peters. He worked for Peabody Coal as a heavy equipment operator. William was a rancher-living on the family farm most of his life. He enjoyed team roping in rodeos and collecting classic cars-his favorite being a 1940 Ford Coupe. Also, he loved to do oil paintings of country scenes. William was a member of the Heavy Equipment Operators Union Local 101, Clinton Elks Lodge, American Quarter Horse Association, United Rodeo Association, and the Drakes Chapel United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Mary Jo Stark. Survivors include his wife, Velma of the home; 5 children, Kim and Kimberly Marcum of Sedalia, Missouri, Valorie and John Ruth of Leawood, Kansas, Mark and Lisa Peters of Clinton, Missouri, Travis and Tabitha Allen of Warrensburg, Missouri, and Chris Allen of Clinton, Missouri; 9 grandchildren, Amanda, Angie, Katie, Abbie, Lindsay, Brooke, Dylan, Jared, and Zain; 2 great-grandchildren, Bennett and Maleah; sister, Rosalie Peters Bennett of Clinton, Missouri; brother-in-law, Ron Snyder of Fletcher, Oklahoma; mother-in-law, Charlene Snyder of Fletcher, Oklahoma, as well as his loving dog, Susie.

PETERSON, Alice Frances SPANGLER KUNKLER
1916-2009
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Alice Frances Spangler Kunkler Peterson, age 92 of Seattle, Washington (formerly of Clinton) passed away Sunday, January 25, 2009 in Seattle. Graveside Services will be held Monday, February 2, 2009 at Englewood Cemetery. Alice Frances was born on a farm north of Clinton, Missouri, to Lewis Young Spangler and Wilma (Steele) Spangler. Her father was killed in a coal mining accident when Franaces was three and she and her brother, Young, were raised by their widowed mother. In 1935 she married William H. Kunkler, son of Ira and Ethel Kunkler of Clinton. They had two boys; Jack an attorney in Salt Lake City, who died in 1985, and Jim a physician in Seattle, Washington. The majority of their years together were spent in Denver, Colorado. William (Bill) died in 1965. In 1970, she married Harold Peterson of Westminister, Colorado. Harold preceded her in death in 1998. Frances was a lifetime member of P.E.O. and Eastern Star. She is survived by her son, Jim Kunkler; 9 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.

PETERSON, Clifford E.
1913-2002
Clark Cemetery, Hermitage, Hickory Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 6 2002 - Clifford Peterson, 88, Hermitage, died Monday, August 5, 2002, at Sac-Osage Hospital, following a fall. He had lived on N Highway in northern Henry County and had attended the Shawnee Mound Cumberland Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his wife, Dana, of the home; his daughter, Judith Peterson, four grandsons, one granddaughter and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Thursday, August 8, at Hathaway-Peterman Funeral Home, Wheatland, with burial in Clark Cemetery, near Hermitage.

PETERSON, Vera E.
1915-2000
Kidds Chapel Cemetery, Chalk Level Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Nov 20 2000 - Mrs. Vera E. Peterson, 85, Osceola, died Friday, November 17, 2000, at the Ellett Memorial Hospital in Appleton City. She was a longtime Osceola area resident. She is survived by three sons, Howard L. of Osceola, Clyde W. of Richmond and Edgar Duane of Belton; one daughter, Mrs. Marjorie Zink of Appleton City; seven grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Sunday, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial was in the Kidds Chapel Cemetery near Osceola.

PETTORSS, Clara Marie COLBERT
1968-2011
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 18 2011 - Clara Marie Pettorss, daughter of Charles and Berths (Knox) Colbert, was born March 1, 1968, in Fort Riley, Kansas. She died at her home in Clinton on September 23, 2011, at the age of 43 years. Clara was preceded in death by a son Randy Demetras Colbert. She is survived by her husband Virgil Pettorss; two sons, Wayne Princeton Burger, Jr. and Princeton Wayne Burger; her mother Bertha Colbert, Clinton; father Charles Colbert, Skyhook, Oklahoma; half-sisters, Lesia Collins, Clinton, and Delores Scheles, Arkansas, and half-brothers, Edward Scheles, Don Scheles and Fred Scheles, all of Arkansas. Memorial services were Thursday, Sept. 29 at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton.

PETTUS, Jerry D.
1949-2007
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 15 2007 - Jerry D. Pettus, Blue Springs, died Wednesday, February 14, 2007, at his home. Funeral services will be Monday, February 19, at Consalus Funeral Home with burial in Englewood Cemetery. He was born in Clinton on January 23, 1949, son of Denton and Viola Ruth Foster Pettus. He worked for the United States Postal Service for many years. Preceding him in death were his father, grandson Dillon, and stepfather Bob Thornton. Survivors include his two daughters, Stephanie Nichols and husband Mark, Sara Heistand and husband Gerald; mother Ruth Thornton, and three grandchildren, Cliff, Allie and Cole.

PETTUS, Volney Raymond
1887-1940
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - V. R. Pettus died at his home at 700 North Second Street at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, September 4, 1940, following an extended illness, the last five weeks of which he was bedfast. Everything that could be, was done to alleviate his agonized suffering. His wife and children were devoted and ever solicitous of the patient sufferer who sought valiantly to regain his health for their sake. His wife, children, and his aged mother were all at his bedside at the last. Volney Raymond Pettus was born June 19, 1887, near Ballard, a son of Mr. and Mrs. James Monroe Pettus. He was reared and lived near Ballard until five years ago. December 3, 1908, he was united in marriage to Miss Clara Campbell in Clinton, and to them were given six children, who are left to comfort their mother and grandmother: Darrell and Donald of near Clinton; Dorman Lee, Denton, Misses Denzil and Doris, all of the home. In addition, Mr. Pettus is survived by one brother and four sisters: Vall Pettus, Jr., and Mrs. Hope Poore, near Ballard; Mrs. Opha Shelton, Butler; Mrs. Fern Reed of Oneonta, N.Y. and Mrs. Reena Poore of Fontana, Calif. The latter two had just left for their homes after being at their brother's bedside. Mr. Pettus was converted and united with the Johnstown Christian Church 23 years ago, remaining faithful until death. He was a successful farmer, for he loved to turn the soil, tend and harvest crops and work with livestock. He was a man who had devoted his life to his family, often laboring steadily and unselfishly beyond his strength. He had been employed at the Farmer's Elevator some years, where he proved himself able to carry through the plans of a business as executives directed them - a gift that cannot always even be successfully cultivated. He was known for his dependability and his honesty was never questioned. He was such a man as make up the great army of workers that keep the wheels of industry turning - strong, determined, capable, never shirking a task. Honorable, straightforward and fearless, he made friends everywhere. Funeral services will be conducted Friday at the Urich Baptist Church with burial in the Urich cemetery. Pall bearers will be brothers-in-law, John Campbell, Hartwell; William Campbell and Ferd Bramell of Clinton; Harvey Campbell of Urich; Perry Poore, Ballard; Dick Shelton, Butler. Flower bearers will be nieces: Wanita Poore, Margie Faye and Ella Mae Campbell, Hartwell, Nadine Bramell, Mrs. Robert Garrett and Mrs. Harry Stone, Clinton.

PETTY, David Jacob
1919-2000
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Thurs, Jan 27 2000 - David Jacob Petty was born March 23, 1919, in Quarles, son of Homer and Edith Garrison Petty. He died January 5, 2000, at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City. He attended Comer Grade School and Shawnee Mound High and was a member of the Quarles Baptist Church. He was with the United States Navy during World War II. He married Frances Aileen Cleek on June 29, 1938, at Shawnee Mound. They had lived in Clinton since 1982 moving here from Booneville where he owned and operated a laundry and dry cleaning business. He is survived by his wife, Frances, of the home; two brothers, Lyle Petty, Kansas City, and Leo Petty, Hamden, Ohio, and one sister, Dorothy Jean Meade, Lee's Summit. Funeral services were held January 10, 2000, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery with graveside services provided by Clinton VFW Post 1894.

PETTY, Frances Aileen CLEEK
1921-2004
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 4 2004 - Frances A. Petty, 83, Clinton, died Wednesday, November 3, 2004, at Westwood Nursing Home. She was the daughter of Charles F. and Pluma Stella Cleek. She was married to the late David Petty. She was a hairstylist for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband and parents. Graveside services will be Saturday, Englewood cemetery.

PETTY, Martha Ellen "Mattie" McEUEN
abt 1863-1895
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Feb 21 1895 - Mrs. Mattie McEuen Petty, wife of Stephen Petty, died Sunday morning, Feb. 17, at their home on the Jo Kinyon farm, one mile west of Quarles post office, this county. She leaves a husband and five children, the youngest about one month old. After the birth of her babe, she told her husband she would never recover. Death resulted from pneumonia and bronchitis. She came to Clinton from Illinois in 1881, and after her marriage in 1884 to Stephen Petty, made her home in the east part of the city until last spring,w hen they moved on a farm, where she died. Her remains were interred Monday in Carrsville cemetery. Mrs. Petty leaves one married sister, Mrs. John Robinson, 2 miles east of Petersburg, this county, and a brother and sister in Denison, Texas. Her father, Oliver McCuen and one brother, are somewhere in New Mexico.

PETTY, Shirley Darlene HICKS
1936-2002
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 12 2002 - Shirley Darlene Petty, born on Mother's Day, May 9, 1936, in Clinton, and died at her home, surrounded by her family on May 25, 2002. Shirley was born the youngest of eight children to Abner and Vena Marquis Hicks, she spent most of her life in Clinton, where she worked at Rival Manufacturing and was a member of the First Baptist Church. Life was never easy for Shirley, but she met each challenge head-in, defying defeat with a smile, determination and stubbornness. Having been diagnosed with emphysema over 20 years ago, she struggled every day just to breathe. At last, she struggles no more. For the last several years she shared a home with her sister, Ella, and quite a team they were. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Catherine Onwiler; three brothers, Charles, Kenneth and Birney Hicks, and one son, John Charles Petty. She is survived by six of her seven children, Karen Petty of Orlando, Florida, George and Cindy Petty of Gulfport, Mississippi, Jeff and Myra Talbert of Orlando, Florida, Leon and Susan Richardson of Herndon, Virginia, Joann Harrelson, David and Crystal Petty, all of Clinton; her sister, Ella Harrill of the home; two brothers, Wade and Earl Hicks of Harrisonville; 13 grandchildren and a host of family and friends who will miss her deeply. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Thursday, May 30. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PFLEIDERER, Kelsey Ann
1995-2010
Kelsey Ann Pfleiderer age 14, of rural Deepwater, Missouri, passed away at her home on Wednesday, August 25, 2010. Kelsey's wishes were to be cremated with a private family service at a later date. Kelsey was born in St. Joseph, Missouri the daughter of Gregory Lee and Cynthia Ann (Benedict) Pfleiderer. She was a freshman at the Warsaw High School, Warsaw, Missouri. She was preceded in death by Janice Rose Benedict Burks and Dickie Edward Benedict. Kelsey is survived by her parents, Gregory Lee and Cynthia Ann (Benedict) Pfleiderer of the home; two sister, Nicole Bernard of St. Joseph; and Heather Lee Ann Pfleiderer of the home; three brothers, William Henry Goodale II of Ft. Riley, Kansas, Gregory Lee Pfleiderer II of Cameron and Lloyd Edward Pfleiderer and wife Rebecca of Clinton; grandparents, Lloyd and Charlene Pfleiderer and Ralph Burks of St. Joseph; as well as many Aunts, Uncles, nieces and nephews.

PFOST, Martha Olive GREER
1837-1893
Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Saturday, Feb 25 1893 - Mrs. Martha O. Pfost, a most highly respected lady and pioneer of this county, died suddenly last Saturday, being sick only a few hours. Her loss will be greatly felt, as she was a woman beloved by all. She leaves a husband and six children to mourn her loss. Her remains were taken to Bear Creek cemetery Sunday afternoon for burial.

PFOST, W. Allen
1837-1900
Stones Chapel Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, May 1900 - Died, May 14, at his home five miles north of Montrose, Allen Pfost, in the 64th year of his age. He was born in Virginia in 1837. Was married to Miss Harrison, sister of Judge Harrison, in the year 1858. Removed to Henry County 30 years ago. After two years of suffering, he finally had to yield to the inevitable. He was a man of pronounced character, with strong will power and was unswerved to that which he considered right. A loyal and true member of the M. E. Church South and had been since he was 18, filling many offices in his church. It was said of him that he was a capital steward. His home was the pastor's home and many of the former preachers of this pastoral charge sat at his table and enjoyed his hospitality. Truly a great man has fallen and the church at Stone's Chapel has sustained an irreparable loss. Who will arise to take his place. Leaves a wife and 12 children to mourn him.

PHALEN, Peggy J.
1934-2011
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Peggy J. Phalen, 76, Lowry City and formerly of Windsor, died Thursday morning, January 6, 2011, at Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City, Mo. She was born January 11, 1934 in Worland, Mo., the daughter of Charley Phalen and Thelma Lavera (Moody) Phalen. She graduated from Pleasanton High School in Pleasanton, Kansas and was a member of the former Calhoun Christian Church. She was a long-time resident of Truman Lake Manor, living there for 23 years. Survivors include 2 brothers, Norris Phalen and his wife Carol, Windsor, Mo., and Norman Phalen and his wife Louise, Norwick, Ohio; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Roland Phalen, Kenneth Phalen, and Wilbert Phalen. Funeral services will be Sunday, January 9, 2011, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PHARES, William C. "Billy"
1973-2020
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
William "Billy" C. Phares, 47, Harrisonville, Missouri departed this life on Tuesday, June 23, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Sheree Parker-Phares of the home; his mother, Donna Phares, Harrisonville, Missouri; his father, Clifford Phares, Browns Mills, New Jersey; two brothers, Bruce Phares, Browns Mills, New Jersey, Edward Davis, Pikesville, North Carolina; two sisters, Christine Schemelia, Pine Barrens, New Jersey; his maternal grandmother, Darlene Eastman, Harrisonville, Missouri; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services will be Monday, August 24, 2020 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri, followed by graveside services at the Brownington Cemetery, Brownington, Missouri.

PHARIS, Anne REED
1921-2005
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 6 2005 - Anne Reed Pharis, 83, Kansas City, Kansas, died Saturday, July 2, 2005, at Fort Loudon Medical Center, Lenoir City, Tennessee. Funeral services will be Thursday, July 7, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor. She was born July 26, 1921, in Beulah, Missouri, to George Everett Reed and Orpha Mae (Freeland) Reed. She spent her childhood in Licking, Missouri; graduated from high school in Wapato, Washington; attended business college and later worked as a secretary for the Missouri School of Mines in Rolla. She then became secretary to the president of Missouri bankers Association in Columbia. She married Raymond Wells Pharis July 18, 1951, in Mountain Home, Arkansas, and moved to Kansas City a few years later. Survivors include two daughters, Alice Ness, Madisonville, Tennessee, Julia Kyle and her husband Steve, Roeland Park, Kansas; four grandchildren, Cooper and Alysse Ness, Emily and Eric Kyle. She was preceded in death by her husband Ray; a brother Harold Reed, and a sister Eloise Jackson.

PHARIS, Cordelia WAGGONER SANDERS
1866-1939
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. T. A. Pharis died at her home, 527 East Grand River Street, at 9:30 a. m. Tuesday, May 30, 1939, the victim of a heart attack that took her quickly and with out pain. Mrs. Pharis, who had not been well since spring when she had a severe heart attack had been up as usual the past week, she and Mr. Pharis having visited two days with relatives in Butler from Thursday until Saturday. Sunday morning she did not feel like going to church and that night had a slight attack from which she recovered sufficiently however to be up about her household tasks Monday and later in the day was out in the car with Mr. Pharis, both afternoon and evening. Monday night she suffered two heart attacks and though perfectly rational in mind was steadily failing in body. She was apparently so much improved Tuesday morning however that the end, which came quickly and without warning. was a great shock to her husband and the several friends who were with her. Cordelia Waggoner was born in Albia, Iowa, March 23, 1866, the daughter of John S. and Mary Provault Waggoner, who came with their small family to live near Brownington, where they made their home many years. July 5, 1885, she married Robert E. Sanders of Deepwater and to them two sons were born, Dr. E. H. Sanders of Clinton and Roy, who died in 1893. April 12, 1899, she became the wife of T. A. Pharis of Clinton. since which time they have resided here. Three children were born to this union, all dying in infancy. Mrs. Pharis was a charter member of the American Legion Auxiliary and had been a member of the Christian Church 50 years, a devoted Christian, and for over 40 years active in the Clinton Christian Sunday School, Missionary Society and Council. She was a loyal wife and capable helpmeet in the many years that Mr. Pharis was in the grocery business. Since Mr. Pharis has been less strong she had driven the car entirely for him. Cheerful of disposition and enjoying fun, Mrs. Pharis had the enthusiasm of youth in her veins and many friends will recall her and her sister, Mrs. John A. Waller, of Deepwater at the time of the centennIal in Clinton, donning their old fashioned dresses and bonnets of generations before and taking part in tie old time waltzes and polkas. They stepped with a light rhythm that belied their years. She and Mr. Pharis were happy together and well suited, enjoying the same work, church and recreations, her wit and good humor were dominant characteristics and her practical judgment of things unfailing. Mrs. Pharis is survived by her husband, only son, Dr. E. H. Sanders, and his daughter, Miss Virginia Sanders, of Clinton and two sisters, Mrs. John Waller and Mrs. Joseph Herst of Deepwater. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday (today) at the Christian Church. Consalus and Peck officiating.

PHEIL, Effie S. BUTTON
1873-1928
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Death has again entered our midst and taken from us a loving wife and mother. Effie Button Pheil, daughter of Edward T. and Mary E. Button, was born July 30, 1873, near Concord, Callaway county, Mo. When about seven years of age her family moved to Henry county. Then in young womanhood she moved with her family to Boone county. She was united in marriage to William O. Pheil near Centralia, Missouri, December 13, 1888. They moved to Henry county just south of Calhoun. To this union eight children were born. One son dying in infancy. The other seven with the beloved husband and one brother are left to mourn their great loss. the children are: Mary, now Mrs. J. W. Bradley of Calhoun; Ernest and Ada, now Mrs. Herman Tubbesing of Clinton; Isaac, Laura, Gordon and Louise who are still at home. She united with the Presbyterian church in Calhoun, August 30, 1908, and since that time there has been no truer Christian. She has always tried to live so as to meet her Savior in Heaven. She always told the children to live so as to meet her in heaven. She was a kind and loving mother, a companion and a true friend. To know her was to love her. She was always the happiest when she could do something for others. She was also a member of the royal Neighbors lodge. Mrs. Pheil had been in very poor health for over a year. She fell gently asleep in Jesus at her home just south of Calhoun, Wednesday, April 4, 1928 at 4:30 p.m., being 54 years, 8 months, and 4 days of age. The funeral service was conducted at the Presbyterian church. The body was laid to rest in the Calhoun cemetery beneath a wealth of flowers.

PHELAN, Dorothy E. "Dottie" TURNER WHITE DIAL
1921-2001
Clinton Daily Democrat, Apr 30 2001 - Dorothy E. "Dottie" Phelan, 79, Windsor, died Friday evening, April 27, 2001, at St. Luke's Northland Hospital, Smithville. She was born October 24, 1921, in Kansas City, Kansas, the daughter of George Turner and Gertrude Vera (Howard) Turner. On January 16, 1939, in Kansas City, she married Louis Edward White, who died in September 1972. Later in 1978, she married Thomas Jefferson "Jeff" Dial in Kansas City and he died in 1984. On April 16, 1985, in Miami, Oklahoma, she married Jesse David Phelan, who survives of the home. She was an active member of the Calvary Baptist Church, Windsor. In addition to her husband, survivors include a son, Phil V. White, Pleasant Valley; a daughter, Marge Sheumaker, Kansas City; a sister, Ruth Hendon, Kansas City, Kansas; three step-daughters, Judy Morrison and Janice Taylor, both of Shawnee, Kansas, and Rita Smith, Cocoa, Florida; seven grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 1, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. The body will be cremated and burial will be in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Kansas City, Kansas, at a later date.

PHELAN, Lelia R.
1913-1994
Grainger Cemetery, Climax Springs, Camden Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Lelia R. Phelan, 80, of Clinton, died Sunday morning. January 2, 1994 at Westwood Nursing Home. She was born October 4, 1913 in Steelville, Mo. the daughter of John Tennyson Phelan and Mary Virginia Tobey Phelan. Mrs. Phelan worked for Western Auto in the order department for 27 years. She lived in Kansas City most of her life, moving to Windsor in 1985. Mrs. Phelan is survived by a daughter, Shirley Alt, Kansas City; one brother, Jesse Phelan, Windsor; one sister, Myrtle Dority, Clinton; four grandchildren, Cynthia Phelan, Melissa Alt, David Phelan and Richard Alt, and one great-grandson. Travis Phelan. Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 5, 1994 at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Grainger Cemetery in Climax Springs.

PHELPS, Bertha Urelda JOHNSON
1844-1939
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton, MO - Mrs. Bertha Phelps died at 12:40 a.m. November 4, 1939, at her home on North Fourth Street, following an extended illness with complications of advanced age. She had been bedfast about two months and except for the administrations of a close friend, Mrs. E. G. Wysong of Oklahoma City, who was with her the past several days, she had lived alone, doing her work and caring for herself the past 34 years, since the death of her husband. Bertha Urelda Johnson was born May 22, 1844, in Ohio. In 1865 she was united in marriage to David G. Phelps and in 1866 they came to Missouri living in or near Clinton and in St. Clair County since. They were given twin children, who died in infancy, but later they reared to young manhood a boy who is now in California. Mrs. Phelps was a devoted and faithful member of the Clinton Christian Church, and after she was no longer able to attend, she prepared the communion services each Sunday for a number of years at her home. She clung tenaciously to her independence; facing life alone with an extraordinary courage. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at the Christian church. Burial was at Englewood.

PHELPS, Catherine Jane SCHROGHAM
1922-1995
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 1995 - Catherine Schrogham Phelps was born May 8, 1922, in Henry County County, the daughter of George and Lena (Thrush) Schrogham. She died July 9, 1995, at the Westwood Nursing Home in Clinton at the age of 73. On November 19, 1942, Catherine was united in marriage to James D. Phelps. To this union, four children were born. James preceded her in death death on November 2, 1985. Catherine graduated from high school and two years of business school. For a number of years she was a secretary for Schreiber Foods. She is survived by one son, Gary Phelps, Clinton; three daughters, Karen Lawler, Clinton, Vicki Caldwell, Nevada, and Pam Lewis, Rawlins, Wyoming; one brother, George Schrogham, Olathe; 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and a son, D. D. Phelps. Funeral services were Wednesday, July 12, at the Assembly of God Church, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PHELPS, Duane D.
1955-1994
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Duane D. Phelps was born April 9, 1955 in Clinton, the son of James D. and Catherine (Scrogham) Phelps. He passed away Tuesday, February 15, 1994 at the K.U. Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas, at the age of thirty-eight. D.D. (as everyone knew him) lived in Clinton his entire life. He grew up here and attended Clinton schools. D.D. was a veteran of the United States Navy. D.D. was married to Rita Easter and to this union three sons were born, Dustin, Derek and Dex. D.D. worked as a lineman for Par Electrical Contractors. He was a member of I.B.E.W. Local 53. He is survived by his wife, Rita, of the home; three sons, Dustin, Derek and Dex, all of the home; his mother, Catherine Phelps, Clinton; one brother, Gary Phelps, Clinton; three sisters, Karen Lawler, Clinton, Vicki Caldwell, Nevada, and Pam Lewis, Rawlins, Wyoming. Funeral services were Friday, February 18, 1994 at First Assembly of God Church. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

PHELPS, Elsie Geneva BUTHE
1913-2003
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 15 2003 - Elsie Geneva Phelps, 89, Richmond, died Friday, July 11, 2003, at a nursing home there. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, July 16, 10 a.m. at the Carrsville Cemetery. She was born July 25, 1913, daughter of Buell and Elsie Gunsaulis Buthe. She married Cecil "Buck" Phelps on December 21, 1933, at Warrensburg. She was a member of the Corinth Baptist Church. Preceding her in death were her husband, three sisters and one brother. Survivors include one son, Alan Phelps and wife Mary, Rock Port; one granddaughter, Marcella McCoy and husband Gary; one great-grandson, Andrew McCoy;' one great-granddaughter, Cassie McCoy, all of Odessa.

PHELPS, James Coy
1895-1956
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Tuesday, Nov 27 1956 - Funeral services for James Coy Phelps, who dropped dead about midnight Nov. 20th of a heart attack while coon hunting, were held Nov. 23, at the Consalus Funeral Home. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery. James Coy Phelps, the son of John and Sallie Adkins Phelps, was born Sept. 9, 1893, in Johnson County where he was reared and educated. A brother and two sisters preceded him in death. He was a Veteran of World War I, serving 11 months in the Army, part of which time was spent overseas in France. He made his home in Henry County and on June 21, 1919 married Mrs. Effie Ball to which union a son, now the Rev. James Derward Phelps, Baptist minister, was born. Madeline Ball, now Mrs. James C. Vanderburg, was taken into the home and loved and cared for as his own. A farmer by profession, he and his wife have made their home the past 33 years on the Spaulding farm, 3 miles southeast of Norris. Mr. Phelps was a devoted husband and father and a loyal friend to all. He was esteemed for his high integrity and fair dealings, his kindness and his willingness to be of service. He lived a Christian life, knowing Christ as his Saviour, and his every day life reflected his faith, giving to the fullest of his God-given talents. Surviving are his wife of the home; his son, Rev. Phelps, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Malta Bend, Mo.; the daughter, Mrs. Vanderburg; five grandchildren, Mrs. Homer (Donna Jean) Wilson, who also spent many happy years in this home where she was tenderly cared for, Gary, Karen, Vicki and Dwayne Dee Phelps, who gave him equal pleasure, along with three great-grandchildren, Krista, Jan and Kimille Wilson; one sister, Mrs. Ike Cook, Blairstown; one brother, Jack Phelps, Warrensburg; other relatives and many friends.

PHELPS, James Derward
1920-1985
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Monday, Nov 4 1985 - James D. Phelps, 65, route two, died Saturday, November 2, at Golden Valley Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Catherine of the home; two sons, Gary Phelps and D. D. Phelps, both of Clinton; three daughters, Karen Lawler of Clinton, Vicki Caldwell of Nevada and Pam Lewis of Rawlins, Wyoming; one sister, Madeline Vanderburg of Billings, Montana; eight grandchildren. Mr. Phelps was a carpenter and also was in the Baptist ministry. Funeral services will be Tuesday at the Assembly of God Church. Burial will be in Englewood.

PHELPS, John Franklin "Frank"
1864-1913
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Republican, Clinton MO, Thursday, May 29 1913 - Killed in Railroad Wreck - The funeral of J. F. Phelps who was killed in a wreck near California, Mo., early in the week was held Thursday. Mr. Phelps was a brother-in-law of C. V. Williams of Clinton, and the body was brought here for burial. He grew to manhood in Deer Creek township and was for several years a resident of Clinton, being employed in the local post office for some years, and marrying Miss Pet Williams of this city. Mrs. Phelps arrived from her home in Webster Groves Wednesday. The family have the sympathy of their many friends in the death of Mr. Phelps.

PHELPS, Lewis C.
1919-1991
Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lewis C. Phelps, 72, Holden, died Tuesday, July 30, 1991, at Western Missouri Medical Center. He was born July 2, 1919, in Johnson County, the son of Ernest and Fannie L. Heathco Phelps. He married Odetta Landis on Jan. 14, 1943, in Warrensburg. She survives. He was a retired painter for Stahl Specialty Co. Survivors in addition to his wife Odetta, include a son, Lewis D. Phelps, Kingsville; a daughter, Mrs. Lyle (Loretta) May, Warrensburg; a brother Carl Phelps, Mesa, Ariz.; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Graveside services were held Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Sunset Hill Cemetery, under the direction of the Holdren Funeral Home.

PHELPS, Ruby O. LAW MILLER
1911-2003
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 20 2003 - Ruby O. Phelps, 92, Windsor, died Monday afternoon, August 18, 2003, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born February 14, 1911, in Windsor, the daughter of James Law and Vinnie Vera (Hudson) Law. On November 14, 1969, in Kansas City, she married Bertan F. Phelps, who died October 19, 1982. Mrs. Phelps was a homemaker and many years ago worked in Kansas City for Pete's Flowers Shop and later at the Defenders of the Christian Faith Retirement Home. Survivors include a daughter, Elcie J. Bell, Windsor; a stepdaughter, Dorothy Paisley, Pasco, Washington; six grandchildren, Debby Brooks, Elizabeth Rogers, Debbie Wilson, George Bell, Kay Atagi and Kathy Putnam; eight great-grandchildren, Jimmy, Amanda and Cameron Brooks, C. J. and Cameron Bell, Brandon, Tanya and Lance Atagi; several nieces and nephews, including Bobby Law. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Vincent Law and Roy Law; two sisters, Lillian Kroenke and Elcie Casmaer; a son Bennie Ray Miller, and a grandson, Floyd Ewing Miller. Graveside services will be Thursday, August 21, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PHEMISTER, Andrew G.
1901-1991
Holden Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Andrew G. Phemister, 90, Holden, died Tuesday, August 6, 1991, at Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg. He was born June 20, 1901, in Kansas City, the son of John J. and Elizabeth Wilson Phemister. He married Iva E. Honeysuckle on June 20, 1924, in Kansas City. She preceded him in death on November 16, 1984. He lived in Kansas City, before moving to Holden in 1963. He was a truck driver for Central Coal Company in Kansas City for 17 years and for South West Ornamental Iron Company in Kansas City for 15 years, retiring in 1963. Since retiring his hobbies included building and renovating houses. He was a Baptist. A son, George A. Phemister, preceded in in death in 1980. Graveside services were held Thursday, August 8, 1991, at the Holden Cemetery.

PHILLIPS, Albert Ford
1937-2015
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 17 2015 - Albert F. Phillips, 77, Quincy, died Monday, February 9, 2015, at his home. Albert was born October 9, 1937, in Macks Creek, the son of Charlie and Mary (Quartz) Phillips. He worked as a welder for over 45 years for Kenworth-Dart Trucks and Russell Stover companies. He attended Hopewell Baptist Church in Quincy. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cards and spending time at the Wheatland Senior Center. Albert had two sons, James Phillips and Ray (Theresa) Phillips; four grandchildren, Kira Hall, Katherine Ross, Samuel Phillips and Rachel Phillips, and two great-grandchildren, Kaydence Zehyner and Kaylee Phillips. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Anna, one son James William Phillips, one grandson, Samuel Corey Phillips, a brother and two sisters. Funeral services were held Friday, February 13, at Vansant Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Norris Cemetery, Urich.

PHILLIPS, Anna F. WINKLER
1938-2013
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 5 2013 - Anna F. Phillips, 75, Quincy, died Thursday, October 10, 2013, at her home. Anna was born January 30, 1938, in Hartwell, the daughter of Walphia and Sylvia (Orfield) Winkler. She worked for the Internal Revenue Service as a tax auditor. She was preceded in death by her parents, her son, James, grandson, Samuel Phillips, two brothers, John and Horald, and a sister, Velma. Among survivors are her husband Albert of the home; two sons, Walphia Ray Phillips, Raytown, and James Phillips; one brother Dennis Winkler of Clinton; three sisters, Barbara Siders of Belton, Doris Graef of Harrisonville and Wanda Baker of Garland, Texas; four grandchildren, Kira Hall, Tatherine Ross, Rachel Phillips and Samuel Phillips; as well as two great-grandchildren, Kaydence Zehner and Kaylee Phillips. Funeral services were held Sunday, October 13, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Norris Cemetery, Hartwell.

PHILLIPS, Bertha "Charlotte"
1931-2014
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Bertha ‘Charlotte' Phillips, age 83 of Clinton, MO, died at her home on Wednesday, October 29, 2014. Charlotte was born on July 29, 1931 to Willis Phillips and Kathern ‘Strickland' Phillips of Clinton, MO. After graduating from Clinton High School, she moved to Springfield, MO and began her career as a bookkeeper in the Loan Industry. After her retirement, Charlotte moved back to Clinton. She loved her family and friends, but she especially loved to go shopping, work crossword puzzles and her beloved dogs, Mandy and Mindy.Surviving Charlotte are two aunts, Evelyn Gerlt of Clinton, MO and Verona Price of Nowata, OK; numerous cousins; and her beloved dogs, Mandy and Mindy. Preceding her in death were her parents. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements were in care of Consalus Funeral Home.

PHILLIPS, Chloe E.
1892-1937
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Spirit of Miss Chloe Phillips Takes Flight - Although an Invalid for More Than 15 Years the Result of a Fall, Her Hands and Heart Found Many Ways of Useful Service - "If you face the sun, the shadow will fall behind" was exemplified in the life of Miss Chloe Phillips. For though she had been bedfast since 1922, the glory of complete living gave her face an aliveness that made friends forget her invalidism and pain, and dropped all shadows behind. Her mental and spiritual beauty triumphed over the broken body, hurt in a fall, and her hands and heart that always sought that beauty and cherished it even in tiny bits, illumined her face with a glory made possible through the Christ in her heart. A friend was asked, if when visiting Miss Phillips, if she would talk of herself, and the reply came, "No, of course not, she always had so much of interest to tell and she wanted to find out so many things there was no time left." A few weeks ago her brother and wife noticed she was not so well and that she was becoming more frail, but as she would never tell others of her pain and suffering they did not realize how serious her stomach ailment was until Monday morning, when the doctor arrived, he advised that she be taken to a Kansas City hospital, but she slipped into heaven at 10:30 a.m., ten minutes before the ambulance arrived. Chloe Phillips was the first and only daughter that came to the home and hearts of Dr. and Mrs. R. S. Phillips, June 12, 1892, when he was a practicing physician, northwest of Clinton at Garland. In 1897 they moved to St. Clair County, Missouri, where he bought a 400 acre farm and opened a store and started a mill. Two years later in 1899 when the post-office was established, Dr. Phillips named it for his little daughter, Chloe, and this post office kept her hands busy during the later years of her life when she was unable to walk. Reared at Chloe where everybody knew and loved her as well as her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Phillips, and her brothers, she was educated in the elementary schools and then went to Kansas City to attend business college, staying with her brother, V. E. Phillips, who was a rising young attorney. Her first position was with the American State Bank in Kansas City, then as her business ability increased, she became auditor of the Commercial National Bank in Kansas City, Kans. It was there December 23, 1920, while on the mezzanine floor, she slipped and fell down 13 steps which gave her a spine injury that at first was not considered so serious, altho it gave her considerable pain, but two years later, the tissue had grown on the spine, that impinged the nerves which made her an invalid. She spent four years in hospitals in hopes of recovering her health, many months of which were in Kansas City hospitals; then at Mayos in Rochester, Minn., where they recommended a hospital in Lincoln, Nebr., that specialized in spinal injuries, but nothing cured nor even helped. When it was found there was no cure, she was taken to the home farm August 11, 1926, still owned by her brothers, Urban V. and V. E. Phillips. There she has been surrounded by happiness and love, as her sister-in-law, Mrs. Urban Phillips, gave her as tender care as if she had been her own sister. Chloe Phillips, brilliant of mind, did not lie still and grumble at her fate. Instead of that she became assistant post mistress of the post office that bore her name and Chloe became literally a post office on wheels, as Mrs. Phillips was post mistress and had the boxes so arranged that Miss Chloe could sort the mail and put letters, papers, etc., into their right pigeon holes, ready for the public. Her business training enabled her to keep a beautiful set of books for the post office and the accounts in perfect order. Not only did the routine duties occupy her but the patrons were all her friends. Their joys and sorrows became hers and happy they were to visit her bed of sunshine as she reflected the joy of living to them. Every child was her friend. They confided in this gentle lady who lay on her bed with hand and mind so busily occupied because she was interested in each and everyone as they came. Not only the children, but the young people, the more mature, the old. For each one she had something to give. She was well informed on every question of the day, reading magazines, books and papers. When guests came, she was interested to find out their view point on things and had more to tell of their communities than they themselves knew. It was a great privilege to be her guest. Never a murmur as to her illness or what we would term affliction, though she could hardly raise her head above her body on account of the nerves being affected, it made her too dizzy. But she could help with the homely tasks of the house such as peeling apples and potatoes. She wrote beautiful letters and had nearly 200 friends on her mailing list, keeping up a correspondence with business friends whom she knew before she was injured, with those she met in hospitals all over the nation. She perhaps knew more people and their hearts than any woman of her age in Missouri. From the time she went to the home of her brother, there has always been a nurse to assist in her care. Perhaps the most devoted of all has been Miss Adaline Van Allen, who has been there three years. They planned and worked together. When Mrs. Urban Phillips would be away from home, they would plan a happy surprise for her return. One time she had them lift her to the floor and she varnished it. She had been unable to ride of recent years but earlier in her invalidism, she was occasionally able to be taken in a car for rides until last summer. An extension telephone put her in the reach of every friend she could call over the telephone. She had a half dozen chickens that she fed from her window daily and they were such pets they were allowed to come into the house to visit her. She enjoyed her Persian cats but her favorite was an immense nine-year-old Persian named Humdinger. Her spirt today has risen to another land. She turned what most people would consider a bed of affliction into a court of understanding where she analyzed people, their troubles and ever made her life one of helpfulness and interest to those she knew. Her father died in 1917, her mother in 1929. She is survived by her three brothers, Urban V. of the home, Colonel C. C. Phillips of Lowry City and V. E. Phillips of Kansas City; a niece, Mrs. George Hillegas, a mile away. She was converted and joined the First Presbyterian church of Kansas City, Kans., before she left there. She had expressed often the desire for a private funeral but the children and the people of the neighborhood wanted to come to the last service so the brothers decided to have it at the home Tuesday. Her body was laid to rest in Englewood beside her parents.

PHILLIPS, David L.
1944-2010
David L. Phillips, 65, Calhoun, died Saturday, March 27, at Windsor Healthcare and Rehab Center, Windsor. He was born July 30, 1944, in Boise, Idaho, the son of David L. and Anne Phillips. David worked, as a dishwasher, for over 30 years at various restaurants including the Oakwood Country Club; the Mission Hills Country Club and the Carriage Club all in Kansas City. Survivors include 3 nieces, Mary Brown, Joan Evans and Joyce Thompson and a nephew David Boonstra. Several great-nieces and great-nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents; a great-nephew Jack Crow; and a grandmother, Ruby Vecker. After cremation, there will be a private family service to follow at a later date.

PHILLIPS, E. B.
1828-1907
Clinton Missouri, Feb 16 1907 - E. B. Phillips died Wednesday, February 13, 1907, at his home one mile south of Windsor, of pneumonia. He had been taken with a chill on Saturday night, then had another Sunday morning. He was conscious until death struck him. He was born in Monroe County, Ohio April 15, 1828; married in 1849 to Miss Rose Ann Salyars. They came to Missouri in the early 1850s. Ten children, seven girls and three boys, and of this large family only one daughter, Mrs. W. G. Julian of Clinton, survives. Mr. Phillips wife died June 18, 1895 in Windsor and he was married again June 22, 1901 to Mrs. Martha Clayton of Lexington. He moved to Windsor in 1867.

PHILLIPS, Elmo Eugene "Gene"
1944-2004
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 24 2004 - Elmo Eugene "Gene" Phillips, 59, rural Windsor, died Sunday, February 22, 2004, at his home after a brief battle with cancer. He was born March 8, 1944, in Stanberry, the son of Elmo Eugene Phillips and Betty Jean (Darby) Phillips. On February 2, 1995, in Clinton, he married Karen L. Roscoe, who survives of the home. He was a rancher and truck driver for Teamsters Union Local #41 in Kansas City. He drove for Middle West Freight Ways, Kansas City; Yellow Freight and B-Mac Transport, both in Sedalia. He served two tours of duty with the United States Marine Corps in Vietnam. He was a member of the American Quarter Horse Association and the Brenner Heights Baptist Church, Kansas City, Kansas. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Richard Eugene Phillips, Las Vegas, Nevada; a daughter, Linda Sue Chrisman, Princeton, Kansas; two stepdaughters, Donna Jean Douglas, Plainfield, Illinois, and Sherry Lynn Douglas, Glen Carbon, Illinois; two brothers, Jerry Lee Phillips, Gardner, Kansas, and Gary Lynn Phillips, Overland Park, Kansas; on niece and three nephews. Funeral services will be Thursday, February 26, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PHILLIPS, Elvorence K. KENNEY
1916-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 7 2002 - Elvorence K. Phillips, 86, John Knox Village, Lee's Summit, died at her home April 30, 2002. She was born March 4, 1916, to Robert and Lena Kenney in Garden City, who preceded her in death. She received her education in Appleton City, graduating form Appleton City High School. She worked for United Telephone Company, then moved on to Union State Bank as a bookkeeper. She started work at Traders Bank in Kansas City in 1944 as head of Commercial Loans and remained until her retirement in 1979 as vice president of the department. She married John H. Phillips, who preceded her in death. She leaves a brother, Robert Kenney and wife, Dorothy; a sister, Ola Jones and Stanley of Clinton; two sisters-in-law and a host of nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews. Cremation with memorial services Friday, May 17, at John Knox Village Chapel, Lee's Summit.

PHILLIPS, Evona Geraldine NOLTING
1921-2007
Laclede Cemetery, Laclede, Linn Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 27 2007 - Evona Phillips, 85, Laclede, died Sunday, February 25, 2007, at Life Care Center in Brookfield. Graveside service will be Friday, March 2, at Laclede Cemetery in Laclede. Evona Geraldine, the daughter of Claud L. and Beulah (Boley) Nolting, was born October 17, 1921, in Clinton. On September 13, 1947, she married John H. "Vic" Phillips and he died May 15, 1990. She attended Old Advent School in Clinton her first year of school, then attended Washington Grade School and graduated from Clinton High School. She had worked at an aircraft plant in California during World War II. She later operated a beauty shop in Clinton. She also worked at Unity farm in Kansas City and worked at Stanbury Uniforms in Brookfield until she retired in 1984. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Laclede. Survivors include one sister and brother-in-law, Lola Mae "Midge" and Jack Farmer, and one brother and sister-in-law, Claud L. and Jean Nolting, all of Clinton. Her parents and sister, Beulah Irene Binam, also preceded her in death.

PHILLIPS, Frances M. BROWN
abt 1817-1848
Warsaw City Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
Saturday Morning Visitor, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO, Sep 16 1848 - Died in this city on Tuesday evening last [Sep 12 1848], after a distressing illness of about four days, Mrs. Frances M., aged 31 years, consort of Mr. Joshua G. Philips, and daughter of William Brown, Esq., of St. Clair county. The deceased had resided in our midst about seven years, and besides a fond husband and two interesting little children, she has left a large circle of relatives and many friends to mourn her unexpected decease. When she became apprised of the approach of death, she manifested no alarm, but appeared resigned to the will of God--having some years ago made a profession of that religion which is able to take away the sting of death. May her bereaved companion and little ones, together with her numerous relatives meet her in a brighter and better world than this.

PHILLIPS, Garren Ray
2007-2007
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 6 2007 - Garren Ray Phillips, infant son of Larry R. & Paula Hale Phillips, died May 8, 2007. Garren was born February 13, 2007, in Clinton. He is survived by his parents, Larry and Paula Hale-Phillips, and a sister, Savannah, as well as a number of aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and friends. Garren was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Lawrence and Ella Hale, and his paternal grandparents, James Phillips and Ida Green. Services were held Friday, May 11, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton.

PHILLIPS, J. W. Lyle
1927-2006
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 19 2006 - J. W. Lyle Phillips, son of Earl C. and Laura Belle (Smith) Phillips, was born April 18, 1927, in Knob Noster. He died at his home in Clinton on July 3, 2006, at the age of 79 years. Lyle was a Navy and Air Force veteran of World War II. He worked for the Department of Defense at Richards-Gebaur Air Force Base in Grandview until he retired in 1980. He was married to Christine Phillips on November 9, 1999. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Laura Belle Smith Phillips; his wife Christine; two sisters, Lillie Briggs and Thelma Cameron and five brothers, Garland, Logan, Alfred, Norman and Gene. Lyle is survived by two stepdaughters, Shirley Ott of Lone Jack, and Linda Price, Overland Park, Kansas; one stepson Ron Bell, Gladstone; eight grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and two sisters-in-law, Lorene Phillips and Rose Ann Phillips, both of Clinton, as well as a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Saturday, July 8. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery.

PHILLIPS, James Milton
1874-1933
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Life drew to a close for James Milton Phillips at 6:40 last Thursday morning, December 21, at his home at 833 East Jefferson street. He had been in ill health for several years, but was really ill only two weeks. He took worse Sunday and death came as the result of infection of the face. James Milton Phillips was born February 6, 1874, at Knob Noster, Mo. He lived in Henry County the last 25 years, part of the time residing at Calhoun and Lewis Station. He had lived in Clinton 14 years and followed the occupation of coal miner. November 4, 1894, James Phillips and Miss Lottie Hodges were united in marriage at Lewis Station. Mrs. Phillips and the following children survive: Claude, Willis Henry, and Russell Doyle Phillips, Clinton; James Milton Phillips and Mrs. B. M. Davis, Kansas City; Ralph Phillips, Honolulu, Hawaii. One brother, Willis Phillips, Nogales, Ariz., also survives. The funeral was held at the Wilkinson funeral chapel Friday afternoon and burial was in Calhoun cemetery.

PHILLIPS, John H.
1921-1997
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - John H. Phillips, 76, Lee's Summit, died November 14, 1997, at Research Belton Medical Center after a long illness. Cremation with memorial services are pending. He is survived by his wife, Elvonene of Knox Village. He is the brother-in-law of Robert and Dorothy Kenney, Stanley and Ola Jones of Clinton and Charleen Kenney of Appleton City. He also leaves a sister, Rona (Mickey) McGarrison of Gardner, Kansas, and many nieces and nephews.

PHILLIPS, Lorene Faye RADER
1926-2010
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Lorene Faye Phillips passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, November 20, 2010 at the age of 84 years. Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 24, 2010 at the Clinton United Methodist Church with burial in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Lorene was born on February 24, 1926 in Lowry City, Missouri the daughter of Leo and Dorothy M. (Synder) Rader. She attended a one room school house in the Wright's Creek community. She graduated from Clinton High School in 1943. She was married to Ralph E. Phillips on March 6, 1948 and he preceded her in death on December 30, 2004. She was a charter member of the Terrace Lake United Methodist Church in Hickman Mills, Missouri. She was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church and the Henry County Historical Society. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one son, Craig E. Phillips and one sister, Geneva McClymond. She is survived by three children, Kevin D. Phillips and Carma A. Roper, both of Blue Springs, Missouri and Candice J. Phillips of Kearney, Missouri; one sister Ann Moberly of Clinton, Missouri and three grandchildren, Matthew Roper, Nicholas (Nichole) Roper and Helen Phillips, all of Blue Springs, Missouri.

PHILLIPS, Margaret E.
1921-1993
Pisgah Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Margaret E. Phillips was born September 11, 1921, in Kansas City, the daughter of William T. and Mary E. (Courcier) Phillips. She passed away Tuesday, December 14, 1993, at the Research Medical Center, Kansas City. She was a graduate of Central Missouri State College in Warrensburg, receiving a bachelor of science degree. She taught school in Brunswick for several years. She was an artist for Hallmark Cards for 37 years and retired in the early 1930s. Since 1986, she had lived at Winegar's Teal Bend in Warsaw. She was a member of the Mt. Zion Methodist Church, Mt. Zion, also the Faith and Hope Extension Club. Survivors include one brother James Phillips and wife Charlotte of Deepwater; a half-sister Elizabeth Fitzgerald of Coffeyville, Kansas; two nephews, Jeff and Jon Phillips, and two half-nieces. Funeral services were Saturday, December 18, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Pisgah Cemetery, Johnson County.

PHILLIPS, Mary Jo NICHOLS HOPE
1923-2010
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Mary Jo Phillips, 87, of Sedalia, Missouri, formerly of Windsor, Mo., died Tuesday evening, July 20, 2010, at the Crown Care Center, in Harrisonville, Mo. She was born February 19, 1923, in Sedalia, Mo., the daughter of Scott H. Nichols and Josephine A. (Eickhoff) Nichols. In 1942, she married James Hope and to this union 2 sons were born, Jerry Kent Hope and James Michael Hope. On April 9, 1949, in Sedalia, Mo., she married Carl H. Phillips, who preceded her in death on July 13, 2010. Mrs. Phillips graduated from Smith Cotton High School in 1941 from Sedalia. She was a housewife and devoted farm wife on their farm southeast of Windsor. She loved gardening and canning and was an accomplished seamstress and avid quilter. She loved making crafts. In 1972, she and her husband retired and moved to Sedalia. They were members of the Wally Byam Caravan Club, Kansas City, Mo., and enjoyed traveling all over the United States. Survivors include a daughter-in-law, Sharon Hope, Lee’s Summit, Mo.; a grandson, Craig Hope; 2 granddaughters, Cheryl Weber and Cathy Brill; 6 great-grandchildren; and several nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by 2 sons, Jerry Kent Hope and James Michael Hope; 2 brothers, Horace Nichols and Bob Nichols; a sister, Charmaine Nichols Biggs and an infant sibling. Graveside services will be Sunday afternoon, July 25, at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PHILLIPS, Ralph Eugene
1921-2004
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 24 2005 - Ralph Eugene Phillips, 83, Clinton, died Thursday, December 30, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital. He was born in Henry County, son of Earl and Laura Belle (Smith) Phillips. He was in the Army Medical Corps for 28 years, retiring in 1971. He served in World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War where he was awarded the Bronze Star. He was married to Lorene Rader March 6, 1948, who survives. He also leaves one son, Kevin Phillips, Blue Springs; daughters, Carma Roper, Clinton, and Candice Phillips, Kearney. Also surviving are three grandchildren, Matthew and Nichols Roper and Helen Phillips, all of Blue Springs; one sister, Thelma Cameron, Clinton, and one brother Lyle Phillips, Clinton, as well as many nieces and nephews. Gene was preceded in death by one son Craig Phillips; his parents; one sister Lillie Briggs, and four brothers, Garland, Logan, Alfred and Norman. Ralph was a charter member of Terrace Lake United Methodist Church, Hickman Mills, the Henry County Historical Society and the Clinton Country Club. Ralph was an avid sports fan and loved fishing and golfing. But his greatest love was his family and traveling to many games and school activities for his grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, January 1, at Vansant-Mills Chapel. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PHILLIPS, Rosa Lee IVY
1875-1927
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Rosa Lee Ivy, wife of J. S. Phillips, was born Feb 1 1875, at Crittendon, Morgan county, Missouri, and departed this life Friday, Nov. 25, 1927. She was united in marriage to J. S. Phillips Nov. 26, 1898, at Crittenden where they located on a farm and remained a number of years. Later they removed to the present farm located east of Windsor, coming here in the year 1910. Mrs. Phillips was a faithful member of the Windsor Baptist church and attended its services regularly as long as her failing health would permit. She was a true Christian, a faithful wife, and a friend that could be trusted. Her departure has brought great sorrow to her many friends, her faithful husband, and her two sisters, Mrs. Grace Roe of Sedalia and Mrs. Della Mason of Medford, Okla., and to her relatives. The departure of Mrs. Phillips came peacefully and sweetly like entering into restful sleep and her spirit took its departure to "be" with Christ which is far better. "Fore me to live is Christ, to die is gain," said the apostle who thought it was all through and could estimate the future. The funeral was conducted at the Baptist church by the pastor Rev. J. A. Bryson, in the presence of hundreds of friends and loved ones last Sunday afternoon at 2:30. Added to the comforting words of God presented by the pastor were the wealth of beautiful flowers, presented by friends and loved ones, and the comforting songs so well rendered.

PHILLIPS, Udolpha Sarah
1903-1992
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Udolpha Sarah Phillips was born November 13, 1903 in Girard, Ks., the daughter of Attorney Lewis H. Phillips and Victoria Dorman Phillips. She passed away October 16, 1992 at Westwood Nursing Home in Clinton at the age of eighty-eight. The Phillips family moved to Clinton when Udolpha was a freshman in high school. She graduated from Clinton High School and attended Lindenwood and Stephens College. She was in interpretive dancer and had offers from Ziegfield Follies and George White Scandals. Udolpha's family resided here in the house on the northwest corner of Franklin and Water, across from the Historical Dorman home. The family all moved to St. Louis and owned a home at 4014 Lindell. Udolpha attended Washington University Art School and was a fine artist. She returned to Clinton to care for various family members in the Dorman home. She was an active member of Udolpha Miller Dorman Chapter of The Daughters of The American Revolution, serving as regent, also as regent of Ft. San Carlos Chapter, St. Louis, and a member of Colonial Dames. Udolpha was head of the Humane Society here and the Historical Society, and also was chairman of Clinton Centennial. She was a member of the Episcopal Church. She is survived by a niece, Merrelyn Dorman Hughes, Tucson, Az.; a great-nephew, Thom Knott of Clinton; two great-nieces, Carlessa Knott of Tucson, Az., and Kathy Goode, Sierra Vista, Az. She was preceded in death by a sister, Katherine Mullaly. Funeral services were Monday, October 19, 1992 at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

PHILLIPS, Warren Lee
1935-2004
Maple Hill Cemetery, Kansas City, Wyandotte Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 21 2004 - Warren Lee Phillips, 69, Clinton, died Saturday, June 19, 2004, at his home. Funeral services will be Wednesday, June 23, at Maple Hill Funeral Home. Burial will be in Maple Hill Cemetery. He was born March 12, 1935, to Walter W. and Mildred Phillips in Admire, Kansas. He grew up in Chase County, Kansas. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He graduated from Emporia State College with a degree in economics. He moved to the Kansas City area in 1961 and worked for Montgomery Ward as the fleet manager and TG&Y as the fleet and warehouse general manager. He retired from J$R Hauling in 2000. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Phillips. He is survived by his wife, Linda Henshaw Phillips, Clinton; his daughters, Debbie (Dennis) Hackett, Shelly (Mike) Barnett, Julie (Geoff) Seidler; stepsons Jackie and Stacy Hurst, and grandchildren, Dustin and Dylan Hackett, Kyle and Cody Barnett and Emma Seidler; his mother Mildred Phillips; brother Gary Phillips; sisters Sharon Dupuis and Sonda Bruce and their families; his mother-in-law, Opal Henshaw; sisters Joy Craighead and Treva Jones and their families.

PHILPOTT, Charles Henry
1957-2006
Wrights Creek Cemetery, Jackson Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 31 2006 - Charles Henry Philpott, age 49 of Clinton, Missouri passed away August 16, 2006 at his home in Clinton. Graveside services will be Saturday, August 19, at Wright Creek Cemetery, Lowry City, Missouri. Charles worked on the production line for Schreiber’s Foods for the last year. Charles is survived by his father Donald Philpott, of Lowry City, two sons, Thomas Philpott and Charles Philpott, two daughters Lizabeth Philpott and Nazareth Labetti, all of Staton Island, New York, one brother, Robert Eugene Philpott and wife Mary Ann, of Elmira, New York, one sister, Donna Marie Green, of Baltimore, Maryland, and two nieces and three nephews.

PHILPOTT, John R. "Jack"
1924-2010
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 7 2011 - John R. "Jack" Philpott, son of George Raymond and Jewell Berniece (Gott) Philpott, was born June 3, 1924, in Kansas City. He died December 15, 2010, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 86 years. Jack graduated from Rich Hill High School in 1942. He joined the United States Navy and served in the European Theatre for the duration of the war serving as a Chief Petty Officer. He married Naomi M. Stoddard on May 16, 1944. He moved his family to Clinton in 1958. He worked for Kansas City Power and Light Montrose Station and retired as a control operator in 1986. He was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church. He was Past Commander of American Legion Post 14, Clinton. He was a charter member of the Clinton Country Club. He was a union steward and on the executive board of I.B.E.W., Local 412, Clinton. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling and playing golf. Jack is survived by his wife, Naomi, of the home; four sons, John Philpott and wife, Ruth, Salisbury, North Carolina, Steve Philpott and wife, Bonnie, Oak Grove, David Philpott and wife, Rhonda, Lenexa Kansas, and Jim Philpott and wife, Mary Lou, Clinton; four brothers, Donald Philpott of Lowry City, Ray Philpott and wife, Kathy, and Dale Philpott and wife, Dalene, all of Independence, and George Philpott and wife, Sharon, Kansas City, as well as five grandchildren, Jeff Philpott and wife Michelle, Columbia, South Carolina, Jolene Philpott of Salisbury, North Carolina, Greg Philpott and Heather Crews of Lee's Summit, Tracy Gregory and husband, Brad, Wichita, Kansas, and Luke Philpott of Clinton, and four great-grandchildren, Callie Philpott, Tyler Philpott, Jillian Gregory and Bridgett Philpott. Funeral services were held Saturday, December 18, at the Clinton United Methodist Church. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PHILPOTT, Judith Louise CASPER
1939-2006
Wrights Creek Cemetery, Jackson Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 19 2006 - Judith Louise Philpott was born February 7, 1939, in Kansas City, the daughter of Henry R. and Ruby Leona (Norris) Casper. She died May 1, 2006, at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, at the age of 67 years. She was a homemaker. She was married to Donald E. Philpott. She was also a member of St. Catherine's Catholic Church, Osceola. Judith is survived by her husband Don, of the home; two sons, Charles Henry Philpott of Clinton and Robert Eugene Philpott and wife Maryann, Elmira, New York; one daughter Donna Marie Green, Baltimore, Maryland, and nine grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Clinton, on Friday, May 5, with burial in Wrights Creek Cemetery, Lowry City.

PHILPOTT, Naomi M. STODDARD
1926-2014
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 5 2014 - Naomi M. Philpott, 87, passed away Thursday, July 31, 2014, at St. Mary's Manor, Blue Springs. Naomi was born November 14, 1926, in Rich Hill to Albert Robert Stoddard and Sarah Ann Clymer. Naomi was a member of PEO, the United Methodist Church and was an agent for Coldwell-Banker Townsend Realty for 12 years. She was also a volunteer at the Samaritan Center and enjoyed gardening, golfing, fishing and bridge club. Naomi was preceded in death by her husband Jack, her parents, two brothers and three sisters. She is survived by her four sons, Steve (Bonnie) of Oak Grove, Dave (Rhonda) of Lenexa, KS, John (Ruth) of Salisbury, NC, and Jim (Mary Lou) of Clinton; sister, Norma Fay Cornell, Kansas City; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, August 9, at Clinton United Methodist Church. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PHINNEY, Mary Lou MAJORS
1932-2005
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Appleton City MO - Mary Lou Phinney, the youngest daughter of Estil Majors and Margaret (Holland) Majors, was born March 20, 1932 in rural Appleton City, Missouri. She departed this life at Cox Medical Center South in Springfield, Missouri July 5, 2005 at the age of 73. Her childhood was spent in rural Appleton City and she attended Appleton City schools. She married Gene Phinney July 3, 1949 and they spent their life together as far away as Guam and as near as Kansas City, returning to Appleton City when Mary Lou retired from The Marley Company in Kansas City. Mary Lou and Gene enjoyed spending time with their family and friends and could always be relied on to help out any way they could as well as join in for a good game of cards. Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Eloise Scott and Thelma Davis; her great-nephew Jimmie Davis; and her husband Gene. She will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by her nephews, Larry Davis and Jim Davis; her niece Pat Sechler; her great-nieces and nephews, Kim, Valerie, Kelly, Kurt, Susan, Marc, Willie, L.G., Lance and Travis; many great-great-nieces and nephews and friends. Memorial graveside services will be Friday, July 8, at Appleton City Cemetery.

PHIPPS, Lorena Ruth YOUNG
1892-1993
Holden Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lorena Ruth Phipps, 100, Holden, died Thursday, April 15, 1993, at Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg. She was born November 10, 1892, near Dunlap, Iowa, the daughter of David Pierce and Ellen N. (Pett) Young. She married Paul Richard Phipps June 14, 1924, in Kansas City. He preceded her in death on September 20, 1986. She lived in Holden and Blairstown most of her life. She was educated in the Holden schools and at Warrensburg Teachers College in Warrensburg. She lived in Warrensburg from 1938 until 1946 while her husband served as Clerk of the County Court. She taught in the Pleasant Shade and Holden Elementary Schools for several years. She had been a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Holden for many years, but had recently transferred her membership to the Holden Congregation of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Later Day Saints. She was a member of the Johnson County Historical Society. She had contributed many times to the Heritage Library and the Mary Smiser Museum in Warrensburg. She is survived by one sister, Lucette Young of Holden. Graveside services and burial were Sunday, April 18, 1993, at Holden Cemetery.

PHIPPS, William Robert
1869-1954
Wall Cemetery, Jefferson Twp, Johnson Co, MO
William Robert Phipps, long a resident of Blairstown, died Sunday in Tulsa where he had made his home recently. He was 85 years old. The body was brought to Warrensburg to await the funeral which will be held at 10 o’clock Wednesday morning at the Blairstown Presbyterian Church. Burial was in the Wall Cemetery, north of Blairstown. Mr. Phipps leaves his wife and a son-in-law of Tulsa, and a brother, Harry Phipps of Denton. Paul Phipps of Holden is a nephew. Mrs. Phipps is the former Lula Orr. Born January 5, 1869, in Johnson County, Mr. Phipps was a son of David and Cornelia Wall Phipps. He was cashier at the Bank of Blairstown for many years.

PICKENS, Robert E. "Bob"
1925-1997
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Robert E. "Bob" Pickens, died Saturday, July 26, 1997, at his home in Urich, at the age of 72 years, one month and 28 days. He was born May 28, 1925, in Kansas City, the son of Clyde and Marie Thralls Pickens. Bob was a veteran of World War II, serving his country in the United States Navy as a boatswain's mate 2nd class. On August 19, 1967, in Clinton, he married Patricia Skaggs. For the past 23 years, Bob had lived in Urich where he was a member of the AmVets of Urich. Prior to moving to Urich, he lived in Clinton and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 1894. Bob was a self-employed construction worker for many years. He was an avid gardener and enjoyed carpentry very much. He was always fixing things and was always willing to help those who needed help. Bob's friends were numerous. He is survived by his wife, Patricia, of the home; four sons, Steve Pickens, Bill Pickens, both of Warsaw, Eddie Pickens of Oregon and Kenneth Pickens, Rio Grande, New Jersey; two stepsons, Martin Burton, Austin, Texas, and Ronald Burton, San Antonio, Texas; two stepdaughters, Kaylene Kline, Clinton, and Joyce Burton, Richmond, British Columbia, Canada, and 11 grandchildren He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Clyde Pickens. Graveside services were held Tuesday, July 29, in the Urich Cemetery.

PICKERING, Anna Mae BORG
1925-2008
Kings Point Cemetery, Lockwood, Dade Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 22 2008 - Anna Mae Borg Pickering was born Dec. 24, 1925, to the late Albert and Lucy Hatfield Borg. She went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, while a patient at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin. Born in rural Wentworth, she spent most of her childhood in that area. In 1943 she graduated from Lockwood High School. She married Harold Pickering on Nov. 11, 1951. They moved to Joplin in 1952, purchasing the home where she still resided. In December of 1936, she accepted Christ as her personal Savior at Reeds Spring Baptist Church. In 1952 she joined Forest Park Baptist Church in Joplin, where she remained a member. She served her Lord in many ways including Sunday School Teacher, Training Union Director, Vacation Bible School Teacher and enjoyed singing in the choir for over 30 years. Anna Mae worked in many areas of bookkeeping and accounting during her lifetime. During World War II she worked for the F.B.I. in Washington, D.C. After attending Southwest Baptist College at Bolivar, MO for two years, she worked as a bookkeeper at the Ford Agency in Golden City, MO. After moving to Joplin, she became office manager and bookkeeper for Triangle Motor Co. until the late 1970's when the dealership was sold. She continued bookkeeping for several other businesses. She was most proud of her 40 years with H&R Block, where she prepared tax returns. She also enjoyed many hobbies including crocheting, reading and listening to music. In addition to her parents, Anna Mae was preceded in death by a brother killed in WWII, Harry Earl Borg; a sister, Bessie Ruth Cook; and a brother, Edward Victor Borg. Survivors include her daughters, Myra Pickering, her primary care giver, of Joplin, Mary Jane Melling, her husband Mark and their son, Micah of Clinton, MO; her son, Victor Pickering, his wife Beckie and their son Steven of Colorado Springs, CO; her sister, Ada Franklin of Orlando, FL; as well as her beloved pets. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Oct. 23rd at Parker Chapel. Interment will follow at Kings Point Cemetery South of Lockwood, MO.

PICKERING, Bette Iris FOSTER
1939-1991
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Bette Iris Pickering, 52, of Riverside, Mo., passed away December 12, 1991 at Truman Medical Center West, in Kansas City. Bette was born in Deepwater, the daughter of Claude Foster and Hazel Ruth Foster. On August 28, 1957 Bette married George L. Pickering and they made their home in Kansas City. To this union three children were born and Bette devoted her time to being both wife and mother. She is survived by her husband George of the home; two sons, George Jr. and Harvey, both of Kansas City; one daughter Hazel Benson, Parkville; three grandsons, and seven granddaughters. Also surviving is Bette's father Claude Foster, Deepwater; four brothers, C. A. Foster, Lawson, Johnny Foster, Camdenton and Butch and Donnie Foster, both of Kansas City; three sisters, Carmelita Dugger, Linda Goens and Brenda Toothman, all of Kansas City. Also surviving is a grandmother Flossie Bledsoe, Deepwater; two half-brothers Tim and Tom Foster, Deepwater; and hoe half-sister Glenda Foster, Springfield; an uncle and aunt, Wesly and Helen Ruth of Kansas City, many more aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Sunday, December 15, 1991 at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Deepwater Cemetery.

PICKERING, Lawrence Samuel
1947-1993
Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Larry Neil York was born March 7, 1947, in Warland, Missouri, the son of Paul O'Neil and Mercel (Hook) York. He moved to Clinton in 1948. Larry was adopted as Lawrence Samuel Pickering in 1950 by Samuel E. and Anna Mae (Crooks) Pickering. He passed away November 29, 1993 in Houston, Texas, at the age of 46. Larry was raised in Shawnee Mound, where he attended grade school. His junior and senior years were in Clinton. He was active in several areas of sports during high school and graduated from Clinton High School in 1965. Larry attended one year of Seminary College in Bethel, Tennessee, and also one year at Central Missouri State University, where he studied zoology. Larry was married to Sandra Kay Easter on May 12, 1972, at Shawnee Mound Cumberland Presbyterian Church and to this union two children were born. Cari Marie Pickering was born May 30, 1974, and Bret Matthew Pickering, born August 1, 1979. Larry was employed as a security guard. Larry was very active in his church and played the trumpet regularly at church services. He attended the First Assembly of God Church of Clinton until 1987, when he moved to Texas. There he attended the First Assembly of God Church of Liberty, Texas. He is survived by one son Bret Matthew Pickering; one daughter Carie Marie Pickering, both of Clinton; mothers Anna Mae Pickering Coulter, Clinton, and Mercel York; three brothers, Paul York and Luther Pickering, both of Boron, California; Donald York, San Bernardino, California; five sisters, Mary Jo Wagoner, Windsor, Hazel Hurtie, Overland Park, Kansas, Romona Elliott, Sugar Creek, Patricia Fike, Florence, Alabama, and Liola Miller, Del, Montana; also a dear, dear friend, Mary Lou Degeala, Houston, Texas; numerous nieces, nephews, friends and loved ones. He was preceded in death by fathers, Samuel Earl Pickering and Paul O'Neil York; sisters Donna Hutchison, Cleo Stewart, Neomi Stone and Jackson Darrell Way. Funeral services were Friday, December 3, 1993 at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Shawnee Mound Cemetery.

PICKERING, Percy Robert "Trucker Bob"
1938-2014
Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Percy Robert "Trucker Bob" Pickering, 75, St. Joseph, died Thursday, February 20, 2014, in Brookfield. He was born July 9, 1938, in Osawatomie, KS, son of Annie and Robert Willis. He was later adopted by Samuel and Anna May Pickering when he was 10 years old. They all preceded him in death. He graduated from Clinton High School and served in the United States Navy. He was a truck driver for 48 years, most recently working for BMS Trucking of Elwood, Kansas. He was a Presbyterian. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gwendolyn; his parents and two brothers, Larry and Luther Pickering. Survivors include two sons, Sam Pickering and his fiancee, Tina, Liberty, and Rob Pickering of Harrisonville; daughter, Alice Pickering of Chillicothe; brother, Gary Lipsis of Clinton; two sisters, Peggy of Minnesota and Pat of Kansas City. Graveside services were held February 24 at Shawnee Mound Cemetery.

PICKETT, Lois WARREN
1938-2022
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Lois Pickett, 84, of Windsor, Missouri, died late Wednesday evening, September 14, 2022, at the Country Club Care Center, Warrensburg, Mo. She was born June 7, 1938, in Cole Camp, Mo., the daughter of Lee Roy Warren and Bertha Lola (Ekstrand) Warren. On December 8, 1957, she married Donald Warren Pickett and he preceded her in death on August 30, 1972. Lois grew up in Windsor and graduated from Windsor High School. After the untimely death of her husband, she worked hard to make sure the needs of her family were met. She worked for Harmon/GE in Warrensburg for a number of years. She was a member of Jehovah's Witnesses. She enjoyed traveling and spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include 7 children, John Pickett (Carla), Green Ridge, Mo.; Anita Nussbaum (Verl), Leeton, Mo.; Susan Harrington (Sam Elliott), Windsor, Mo.; Jeff Pickett (Cindy), Knob Noster, Mo.; Paul Pickett, Leeton, Mo.; Mary Ash (Johnny), Windsor, Mo., and Micheal Pickett (Michele), Leeton, Mo.; 15 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Doris Warren, Fowler, Colorado; and numerous nephews, nieces, great-nephews, and great-nieces. In addition to her husband Donald, she was preceded in death by 4 brothers, Norris Warren and his wife Thelma, Marvin Warren and his wife Veta, Dale Warren, and Everett Warren and his wife Ann; and a sister-in-law, Phyllis Edmondson and her husband Donald. Graveside services will be October 8, 2022 at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PICKETT, Mildred Irene WARD WEHMEYER
1906-1997
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mildred Irene Wehmeyer Pickett died Friday, August 22, 1997, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton at the age of 91 years, three months and 24 days. She was born April 28, 1906, in Henry County, the daughter of Oscar T. and Alice M. Albin Ward. She graduated from Blairstown High School Class of 1923 and attended Central Missouri State Teachers college, receiving her 60-hour certificate in 1925. August 5, 1960, she received a bachelor of science degree in education from Central Missouri State College. She taught in two one-room schools, Brushy and Enterprise. She also taught at Blairstown, Creighton and Franklin in Clinton and did substitute teaching after her retirement. On August 19, 1926, she married Glenn P. Wehmeyer and to this union three children were born. She was a loving housewife, mother and school teacher. Mr. Wehmeyer preceded her in death April 18, 1987. Irene married Frank Pickett April 30, 1988. He preceded her in death May 21, 1997. She was a member of DAR - admitted October 16, 1971; Eastern Star, Clinton Chapter #73, and passed her proficiency exam March 5, 1979, previously being a member of a chapter in Blairstown in the 1920's. She was also a member of the Missouri retired Teachers Association, B Square Extension Club and a 4-H adult leader. In the mid-1940's, she helped organize the hot lunch program at Blairstown School. In Blairstown, she was a member of First Presbyterian, an elder and clerk of Session and Women's Ladies Aid Society. In Clinton she was a member of First Presbyterian Church. Women's UPW and Church Circle. Mrs. Pickett's interests included gardening, canning, sewing and cooking. She was also an amateur hairdresser and barber. She is survived by one son, Kenneth Wehmeyer, Lawrence, Kansas; two daughters, Marjorie Rector, Raytown, and Vivian Kilgore, Clinton; one step-daughter, Elizabeth Ann Greer, Ft. Worth, Texas; two sisters, Betty Beaty, Chilhowee, and Elva Ruth McIntire, Blairstown; seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, five step-grandchildren, seven step-great-grandchildren and four step-great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, August 25, at First Presbyterian Church, Clinton. Burial was in Carpenter Cemetery in Johnson County.

PIEPMEIER, C. L.
1923-2007
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 5 2007 - C. L. Piepmeier, 83, Appleton City, died at Kansas University Medical Center Tuesday, April 3, 2007. He was born June 11, 1923 in Appleton City to Clyde Cecil and Gertrude Ann (Laney) Piepmeier. He lived in the Appleton City area all of his life, except for two years spent serving his country during World War II while stationed in the Philippines. He married Helen L. Neale on May 29, 1948, at the Presbyterian Church in Butler. After Helen's death, eh met and later married Jean Henselmann September 1, 1968, at the Methodist Church in Appleton City. Mr. Piepmeier owned and operated a general store in Johnson City from 1951-71. In 1971-88 he owned and operated Piepmeier Oil Company in Appleton City. Even after his son took over running the business he was a visible friendly face there enjoying visiting with customers. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Appleton City. He was a member of the elks Club in Clinton, the Lion's Club in Butler, the Appleton City Optimist Club, I.O.O.F. in Appleton City, the Appleton City Community Club and had served in advisory capacity on several boards in the community. Preceding him in death were his parents; his wife Helen; his daughter Nancy; one sister Pearl Kilmer, and one brother J. D. Piepmeier. Survivors include his wife Jean of the home; his two sons, Tom of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Bill of Appleton City; one sister, Ruby Donnohue of Appleton City; one grandson Chris Piepmeier of Denver, Colorado, and two granddaughters, Jill Piepmeier of Columbia and Kim Piepmeier of Omaha, Nebraska. Funeral services will be Saturday, April 7, at Hill & Son Funeral Home. Burial will be in Appleton City Cemetery.

PIEPMEIER, Mildred May DODDS
1909-2008
Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 3 2008 - Mildred May Piepmeier, the daughter of Amos Franklin and Loula (Wells) Dodds was born on December 5, 1909 in Appleton City, Missouri. She passed away on October 31, 2008 in Tallahassee, Florida at the age of 98 years. She was united in marriage to Oliver Piepmeier on June 26, 1934 in Calhoun, Missouri. To this union three children were born. Mildred joined and was baptized at the First Christian Church in Appleton City, Missouri at the age of 15. She was a member of the Rebekah Lodge 724 in Appleton City, Missouri and many other organizations. .She was active in scouts, lodge, 4-H, church, school and many other activities. She played piano for a dance band "Peties Gloom Chasers". She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a son, Jason Oliver Piepmeier and a brother Francis "Bill" Dodds. She is survived by her son Franklin Piepmeier and daughter Donaleigh Richardson, both of Tallahassee, Florida, three grandsons Stephen and Rodney Richardson and Nicholas Piepmeier, two granddaughters Kerry and Kristin Piepmeier, two great-granddaughters Shelby and Emma Richardson and one great-grandson Daniel Richardson. Mildred was affectionately known as "Dode" by many and will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

PIERCE, Blanche Leona MAULDIN
1907-2002
Graceland Cemetery, Weston, Platte Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 5 2002 - Blanche L. Pierce, 94, Platte City, died Friday, August 2, 2002, at Hillview Nursing Center, Platte City. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 6, at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Platte City. Graveside service will be Tuesday at Graceland Cemetery, Weston. She was born October 2, 1907, in Avoca, Texas, to Julian Walter Mauldin and Adeline Moore Mauldin. She lived in Texas until 1943 when she married Earl Dale Pierce and moved to Clinton where she stayed until moving to Platte County in 1993. She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Platte City. She was preceded in death by her parents, Julian and Adeline Mauldin; husbands, Thomas Walter King and Earl Dale Pierce; son Richard Dale Pierce; daughter, Leah Jean Lester, and one brother. She is survived by two sons, Kenneth King, Stamford, Texas, and Earl Eugene Pierce, Warsaw; daughter, Wanda C. Burrows, Weston, and two brothers, 18 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren.

PIERCE, Flossye HAYES
1906-1995
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Flossye Hayes Pierce was born October 29, 1906, in Deepwater, the daughter of Joseph and Francis Hayes. She died March 25, 1995, at Westwood Nursing Center in Clinton at the age of 88. On June 25, 1928, Flossye was united in marriage to Leo Marion Pierce. Mr. Pierce preceded her in death on May 10, 1983. Flossye's hobby was sewing. She was an excellent seamstress and made this her career. She was a lifelong resident of this area and for many years was the seamstress at Crews Clothing Store, located on the north side of the Clinton Square. Flossye was also very active in the Democratic party and participated in the political activities in the community. She is survived by one son, Marion Pierce, and wife Mary, of Harrisonville; one sister, Margaret Hensley, Warrensburg; three grandsons; five step-grandsons; eight step-great-grandchildren and five step-great-great-grandsons; five nephews and one niece. Graveside services were Wednesday, March 29, at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PIERCE, James Monroe
1891-1932
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - J. W. Sersey, age 70, living near Jackson's Mill, two miles southeast of Clinton, shot and killed his neighbor, Monroe Pierce, who was about 45 years old, as the latter attempted to enter the Sersey home following a quarrel between the two men Saturday morning at 8 p.m. A coroner's jury released Sersey explaining that the killing was due to an act of self defense. Sersey at the inquest stated that he had started on his way to Grand River, which is a short distance away, to fish, when he discovered that he had forgotten to bring along a line he desired to use. Upon starting back and yet some distance from his own home he was hailed by Pierce who lived a stone's throw away. Sersey stated Pierce commanded him to wait and at the same time brandished a knife in his hand. Sersey accordingly picked up a stone from the ground and turned toward his home. Pierce followed carrying rocks and is alleged to have threatened to cut the aged man's throat. Arriving at the house Sersey ran in and attempted to close the door to shut out the other man. but he was not quick enough. Pierce let fly a piece of a brick which hurled through the open door to crash on the other side of the room. The final scene in this fatal drama came when Pierce set his foot on the door casement preparatory to entering. Sersey ran to his bed and extracted from under the pillows a .32 caliber H. & R. revolver, which he pointed at the other and fired, the bullet striking very near the heart. Pierce staggered back and walked to the next door south which opens in on the quarter of George Palmer, an aged man, who occupies one half of the house. Pierce, according to Palmer, stated that he was shot and wanted to lie down. Upon entering the house Pierce fell and was soon dead. Mr. Palmer stated that Pierce was carrying a rock when he came into his quarters. Sersey in the meantime ran to the home of John Yewell who notified Sheriff Kahmann. The sheriff arrived a short time later and found Sersey sitting outside the house. Sersey told his story and showed the sheriff where the brick had struck the wall inside the house. Fragments of the rock were still upon the floor. Sheriff Kahmann upon examining the dead man discovered in the clothing a knife for cutting leather and a pocket knife. The sheriff next went to the Pierce home where he questioned the wife. There were four children in the home. She stated at the inquest that Sersey had been carrying a gun, and this was the cause of the quarrel. She stated that Sersey had been a frequent caller at their home. Geo. Palmer stated that he had been eating breakfast when he saw Sersey and Pierce go by his part of the house. Shortly afterward he heard a shot and upon going to the door met the wounded man who wanted to lie down. Mr. Palmer stated that Pierce in conversation with him, threatened to "get even with Sersey." The aged man did not know the cause of the disagreement between the two men. Sersey stated the quarrel was due to a disagreement which resulted when he traded a stove to the Pierces. Deputy sheriff Floyd Thompson corroborated the sheriff's story when called to testify. The coroner's jury returned the following verdict: "We find that the above Monroe Pierce came to his death on the 2nd day of April 1932, by a gun shot wound fired by John Wesley Sersey in self defense and in the protection of his own life. Signed: Emory Hurt, foreman; Virgil Jekins, R. W. Parks, George Cruce, J. S. Booth, T. H. Canig. The body was taken to the Sims Funeral Home on North Main street. - The funeral of Monroe Pierce, who was shot and killed by J. W. Sersey was conducted at the Tebo Baptist church. The burial was in the cemetery nearby.

PIERCE, Mary Bernadine LATONAS
1920-2003
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 27 2003 - Mary Bernadine Pierce was born June 16, 1920, at Denning, Arkansas, daughter of Joseph C. and Gladys Lisinski Latonas. She married Hugh D. Pierce on June 16, 1938 at Altus, Arkansas. He preceded her in death on December 21, 1982. She was a member of the Urich Baptist Church and retired from Lee Wald Garment Company in 1975. She had worked in the garment industry for 35 years. Also preceded her in death were her parents; one brother Joseph Latonas, and one stepbrother Richard Hinch. Survivors include one daughter Barbara Burkhart and husband Don, Sheldon; one grandson James Eden and wife Paula, Lee's Summit; one granddaughter Carrie Burlingame and husband Barry, Independence; five great-grandsons, Matthew and Gregory Burlingame, Ian Burlingame, Alex and Austin Eden; one sister, Gladys A. Rose, Gassville, Arkansas; on stepsister, Dorothy Lovell, Lenexa, Kansas; plus numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held June 5 at the Consalus-Bradley Chapel, Urich. Burial was in Urich Cemetery.

PIERCE, Mary Jane
d: 1896
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, Mar 26 1896 - Died at her home east of town, Monday, March 23 896, Mary Jane, wife of E. W. Pierce, after a continued illness for several months of that dread disease consumption. Only a few weeks ago they buried their oldest daughter, who died of the same disease, and now the mother follows, leaving a husband and four small children to mourn her loss. Funeral services were conducted at the home Tuesday, after which the remains were interred in the Urich cemetery.

PIERCE, Richard Dale
1946-1999
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Richard Dale Pierce, 52, Warsaw, died Monday, March 8, 1999, at his home in Warsaw. Funeral services will be Friday, March 12, at Consalus Funeral Home. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery in Clinton. Mr. Pierce was born August 16, 1946, in Clinton, the son of Earl D. and Blanche (Malden) Pierce and grew up in Montrose. On May 13, 1968, he was married to Linda Sue Sieleman. To this union two daughters and one son were born. He served eight years in the United States Navy, serving in Vietnam, then went on to work as a fireman in Clinton. He also worked as a journeyman mechanic for Kansas City Power and Light at the La Cygne, Kansas station. At the time of his death, he was a retired disabled veteran. He is survived by his mother Blanche Pierce of Weston; two daughters, Charlotte Pierce, Butler, and Sharron Medearis and husband Sam, Clinton; one brother Earl E. Pierce and wife Judy, Warsaw; one half-sister Wanda Burrows and husband Lloyd, Weston, and one half-brother Kenneth King and wife Janette, Butte, Montana; four grandchildren, Celia and Anthony Ewbank of Butler, Amanda Walker and Samantha Medearis of Clinton; numerous other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a sister Leah Jean Jester; his father and son Richard Anthony Pierce in 1987.

PIERCE, Sue Ellen WILLIAMS
1959-2002
Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 29 2002 - Sue Ellen Pierce, daughter of Roy and Marie (Cathey) Williams, was born February 9, 1959, in Kansas City, and died at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, on July 18, 2002, at the age of 43 years. She lived in Independence where she was the administrative assistant of the Small Business Development Center of Rockhurst University before moving to Calhoun five months ago. Sue was preceded in death by her father, Roy Williams, and one sister, Lavone Brooks. She is survived by one son, Levi Pierce, of the home; four daughters, Kristena Pierce and companion, Rich Meade of Lee's Summit, Destany Fenton and husband, Joe, Independence, Jennifer Switzer and husband, Doug, Adrian, and Gail Pierce, of the home; her mother, Marie Williams, Harrisonville; one brother, Jim Williams, Oregonia, Ohio, and two sisters, Lorraine Temple of Lake Lafayette and Linda Coliron of Chino Valley, Arizona, as well as six grandchildren, Marcus and Micah Meade, Timmothy and Johnathon Fenton and Cedric and Alexander Switzer. Funeral services were held at the Quarles Baptist Church on Saturday, July 20. Burial was in the Mullin Cemetery, Urich.

PIERCE, Zella Edna FOLEY
1882-1967
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Funeral services for Mrs. Zella Pierce, 85, who died July 30 at the Clinton Nursing Home, were conducted August 1, at the Consalus Chapel. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery. Zella Edna Foley, daughter of LeRoy and Lilly Lemon Foley, was born July 20, 1882, at Houstonia, MO. When a young girl she moved to Henry County with her parents and lived on a farm east of Clinton. She attended Bethlehem school. On April 3, 1905, she married Walter Pierce who preceded her in death. She spent her married life in Clinton. The home was at 407 North Second where she continued to live until her health failed. She then lived with her daughter, Mrs. Harold Mann, a year-and-a-half, and had been at the nursing home 11 months. Mrs. Pierce professed her faith in Christ when a young girl and united with the Good Home Baptist Church where her membership remained. She was a member of the Alathean Sunday School Class of the Clinton First Baptist Church and attended regularly as long as her health permitted. During World War II she was employed at the Sunflower Ordiance Plant, DeSoto, Kan. She is survived by the daughter, Mrs. Harold (Pearl) Mann, 409 East Green, Clinton; a son, Leo Pierce. Greenville, KY; three grandsons: five great grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; a brother, Ernest Foley, Clinton, and a sister, Mrs. Virginia Wilson, Pomona, Calif. Also preceding her in death were three sons, Otto, Ira and Earl Pierce. Attending last rites were Mr. and Mrs. Leo Pierce and son, Marion Pierce, Greenville, KY., and a grandson, Earl Eugene Pierce and wife, Weston, MO. The other grandson Richard Dale Pierce, US Navy was unable to attend. Also attending were Mrs. O. R. Foley and daughters, Mrs. Howard Norcross, Mrs. Elbert Bishop and their husbands, all of Warrensburg; Mrs. Blanch Pierce and daughter; Mrs. Carl Gephardt; and husband, Weston; Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Hayes, Kansas City.

PIERRON, Louise S. SEATON
1917-1996
Mount Olivet Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Louise S. Pierron, 78, Warsaw, died Sunday, January 14, 1996, at the Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. She was born on February 8, 1917, in Urich, the daughter of Maurice and Pearl Hooker Seaton. She grew up in Henry County and later moved to Kansas City. She married Louis R. Pierron. They made their home in Kansas City for over 20 years, moving to Warsaw in 1957. They owned and operated Louie's Sporting Goods Store on Main Street in Warsaw. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis, on July 8, 1962, and one son, Louis R. Pierron, Jr., in 1982. She was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church, St. Ann's Altar and Rosary Society and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus. She is survived by one son, Pat Pierron of Independence; two daughters, Theresa Bacon of Kansas City and Mary O'Connor of Raytown; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one half-brother, Robert Seaton of Greenwood. Funeral services were held at St. Ann's Church in Warsaw on Tuesday, January 16. Graveside services were held Tuesday at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Kansas City.

PIETY, Lois Caroline JOHNSON
1912-1991
Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Bates Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lois Caroline Piety, 78, Chilhowee, formerly of the Butler area, passed away Sunday, August 11, 1991, at Clinton. She was born October 24, 1912 in Golden, Colorado, the daughter of Claude and Bertha Cook Johnson. She was united in marriage to W. C. Piety August 26, 1933. He preceded her in death. She was employed as a cook for the Bates County Memorial Hospital until her retirement in 1978. She was a member of the Johnstown Church of Christ, and attended the Church of Christ, Clinton. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Lyle Johnson. Survivors include two daughters, Marsha Lee Heistand, Chilhowee, and Claudia May Campbell, Las Vegas, Nevada; two brothers, Kenneth Johnson, Denver, Colorado, and James Johnson, Palo Alto, California; two sisters, Ayleen Clark, Denver, Colorado, and Marian Edwards, LaPine, Oregon; four grandchildren, Katy Manser, Independence, Kelly Jones, Calhoun, Kristy York, Martin City, and Randy Campbell, Oklahoma; seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 14, 1991, at the Underwood-Steinbeck Funeral Home in Butler. Burial was in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler.

PIGG, David Burton
1856-1937
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Mar 1937 - D. B. Pigg, Pioneer Resident of Calhoun Dies - His Home Contained Remarkable Collection of Antiques - Also a Wonderful Library of Old Volumes - Truly an Outstanding Citizen - The desire often expressed by David B. Pigg, "I don't want money, all I want to do is to live, see things, and just want to accumulate enough to see me through life," was granted when he peacefully went into the eternal sleep at 8:15 p.m. March 13, 1937. He enjoyed a birthday celebration of his sister-in-law, Mrs. W. A. Coe, Wednesday of last week. That night he suffered two nervous chills, but his condition was not alarming, though he was bedfast, as his heart had been affected for some years. Saturday evening he ate at 6:00, sitting on the edge of the bed. About an hour later, he asked Mrs. Coe if she was tired, and when she replied, "No, I am here to take care of you," he laid back down in bed, turned away on his side and went into eternal sleep. David Pigg was born in Calhoun, April 22, 1856, a descendent of English parentage of one of the oldest and finest pioneer settlers in Henry County, who came from Kentucky to Calhoun about 1843. He spent most of his years when not traveling, in the town of his birth. The home where he died, on the east side of the square, was built flush with the street. In warm weather, he and his wife, seated in comfortable chairs and benches on the sidewalk, enjoyed their neighbors, exchanging ideas from early spring to late fall, it being an open forum. This group was an unofficial reception committee for the annual Calhoun Colt Show. Mr. Pigg, a keen student of human nature, had an insight into life as he found it and enjoyed companionship with those of like intellect, scorning a man's financial status, seeking those of a kindred spirit. Sometimes, after hearing the news from the neighborly gathering at his home, he would slip away to work crossword puzzles, or to read from his wealth of material in one of the best of libraries of Henry County, which contained over 1000 books, some dated as far back as 1830 and 1840 and which included a set of Missouri statues as old as 1865. During his youth, he yielded to a desire to see the world and traveled extensively, but in later years, he traveled mentally thru his books and the National Geographic Magazine. He has practically every issue for 25 or 30 years, and listened avidly when his wife read to him. He was happily married to Mrs. Mittie Kee, in 1904, and a trip to the World's Fair in St. Louis that year was their honeymoon, which was continuous to his death with a companionship that is rarely found. He was an outstanding citizen, ever abreast with progress and was among the first automobile owners in the county, his first a Winton, high-wheeled, open car, and the last one owned was a Chevrolet, sold about two years ago to a nephew, Dick King, at Leeton, who turned the sturdy well-kept engine into power for his buzz saw. He was a connoisseur, and had much fine old furniture, rare books, choice glass and miscellaneous articles, which accumulated until his home became a meeting place of antique collectors. About three years ago, he went to his step-son, Ferman Kee, who was in the insurance business at Calhoun, and handed him a brief sketch of his life, saying, "Herek, son, if you feel the need of some copy, you can type this off" for Mr. Kee was learning to type, but this paper was laid aside, then found Monday, a wonderful account of a life lived to the fullest, one that took the grain, and left the husk. His written life history says in part: "My education, what I have, is academic. At the age of 18, I went to Texas, where I taught two terms of school; one in Lavacca County and the other in Liveoak County. Went by rail and returned by horse, camping out every night except one which was at Johnstown, Mo., where I traded my mount for a duplex watch and $14. Staged to Montrose, caboose the rest of the way, which was Sunday. The first person I met on arrival home was William Edmondson, who was standing on the west end of the present depot platform and the next one was my father near the east end. When I arrived at home, my mother was sitting out in front and did not at once recognize me, but when she did Joy was unconfined. When I reached the age of 21, my mother traded 80 acres of land, the Tarr tract, for a stock of goods and put me in charge. After a few months in Calhoun I moved to Benton County when I established the Palo Pinto post office. The venture was not successful, and later I moved to Cass County where I did quite well. Later I went into business at Lewis, building my own store house. In addition to merchandising, I engaged in coal mining and developed one of the completest power plants in Henry county, being the pioneer in machine mining in Henry County. At one time I engaged in the drug business with A. M. Highnote. Just prior to the World War, I traded my stock of goods for a small farm in St. Clair County, closed my mine and quit, selling my mine equipment to the junk man. I have not engaged in active business since. Took a wife in 1904 and have lived and am now living in the same block in which I was born. My old home is still standing and the latch string of the kitchen, next room to the one in which I made my advent into the world, still hangs out. I have been in at least three-fourths of the states, seen the Pacific ocean and ridden on its waters. Have been up and down the Columbia river from Portland, Oregon, over that renowned scenic highway. My troubles have been those of the average citizen, while my pleasures have been augmented by my span of life and I am still getting much joy out of it. Aside from my mother, the best companion I ever had is my little woman. We are happily mated and reasonably healthy, thanks to our simple life." He is survived by his wife, his stepson, Ferman Kee, Warrensburg; a nephew, Mason Wall, Calhoun; nieces, Mrs. Will Tarr, Calhoun; Mrs. Dick King, Leeton; Mrs. Lelia Gray, who is now in Springfield; Mrs. Edith Simpson, Kansas City; and Mrs. Will Gutridge, Clinton. Funeral services were conducted at the home Monday. Interment in Calhoun cemetery under the direction of Wilkinson Funeral Service.

PIGG, Edith ROBINSON
1824-1908
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Edith Robinson was born in Madison county, Kentucky, January 4, 1824; while yet a child the family removed to near Winchester, Clark county, where she grew to womanhood, and on October 15, 1840, married David H. Pigg. In April, 1843, this sturdy young couple left their childhood home to rear a new home in the then Far West, bearing with them their first born, an 18 months-old daughter. They journeyed by water to Boonville, Mo., thence on horseback 75 miles to an uncle's, near Calhoun, and a week later, in the same month of their departure from Kentucky they located in Calhoun. Here they endured the hardships incident to pioneers - that glorious race now nearly vanished. Here the home was planted, children came, grew, planted other homes, and bore life's joys and griefs. May 1, 1896, the husband died at the age of 76 years, 4 months and 7 days. Widowed, his companion and helpmeet continued her residence in the structure erected over half a century ago, ministered unto by devoted children and grandchildren. Last fall her health began to fail, the last few months her condition becoming such as to require ever present and watchful care. So that her death ws not unexpected at any moment, yet when Death laid his icy finger on her placid brow Saturday morning last, the grief of those who mourn was strong and deep. Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, in the home where she had dwelt for nearly fifty-three years, kindred, friends and neighbors assembled to condole and pay tribute to one so long known and beloved. With tenderness Rev. R. J. Kyle, of the Methodist church, counseled bereaved, and then the casket was borne to the cemetery. Of nine children, six survive - Mrs. Sarah Wall, Mrs. J. W. Gutridge, Mrs. Gussie Renfro, John R., David B. and Butler Pigg, all present in the last sad hours, except Butler, who resides in Sedro Woolley, Washington. Besides these children, 32 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren, deceased leaves one brother, Jonas, five years her senior, living in Cook county, Texas.

PIGG, Eliza Jane LOGAN
1850-1925
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Sep 1925 - Death of Mrs. H. L. Pigg - Mrs. H. L. Pigg died at her home in Leesville township, at 2:20 a.m. Thursday of last week, after an illness of about three weeks, but she had been in failing health all summer. Deceased's maiden name was Eliza Jane Logan, and she was 75 years of age the 4th of last February. She was born on the old Logan home place, in the neighborhood where she died, and had always lived in Henry county. For the past four years she had been blind, but with her sweetness of Christian character she bore this affliction with cheerfulness, saying a short time before she died that she would be called away soon, and would then be able to see everything about her, assuring those ministering to her that she was ready and willing to go, and if there was any regret, it was in leaving loved ones. She was a member of the Universalist church at Parks Chapel. About 60 years ago, she was married to H. L. Pigg, who survives her with the following children: Yantis R. Pigg, Clinton; Mrs. Martha Ellen LaRue, near Warsaw; Wm. Earl Pigg, Ponca City, Okla., and Manford Pigg, who resides at the parental home. All were present when she breather her last, except William Earl, who came for the funeral. Four children have preceded her in death - Mrs. Agnes Parks, Mrs. Emily Susan Parks, Mrs. Georgia Gibson and Nancy Alice Pigg. She also leaves four brothers and three sisters: David R. Logan, William Logan, Geo. B. Logan, J. A. Logan, Mrs. James R. Parks, Mrs. Annie Odle, and Miss Mattie Logan, all living in Leesville township, except William, who is at Nevada, and Geo, B., who lives in Colorado. Funeral services were held last Sunday at Parks chapel, and interment was in the cemetery near by.

PIGG, Emily Frances PARKS
1825-1894
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Died at the home of her son, Henry Pigg, near Coal, February 1, 1894, Mrs. Emily Pigg, aged 68. Mrs. Pigg was first taken with the la grippe some two weeks ago, which terminated in pneumonia fever. She was a patient sufferer, a member of the Universalist church and a good Christian lady. She will be missed by a large number of friends and, particularly, by the family of her son, with whom she had lived 17 years. Her remains were taken to Calhoun Feb. 3 and laid beside those of her husband. Leaves two sons, three brothers and one sister, Miss Jane Ann Parks, who has been quite poorly with consumption for some time and also has been making her home with Mr. Pigg, for the past three months.

PIGG, Henry L.
1847-1929
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Feb 1929 - Henry L. Pigg died Friday, February 8, at 11:45 p.m., at the home of his son, Y. R. Pigg, 711 East Franklin street, Clinton of infirmities of old age. He had been in declining health for a number of years. A year ago this month, he had a severe illness, which left him so enfeebled that he could no longer maintain his own home, so his son and wife requested him to come to Clinton to make his home with them. Deceased was born near Calhoun, August 16, 1847, being 81 years, 5 months and 23 days of age. He attended school at Plumb Grove. At the time of his death he was one of the oldest native born Henry county citizens. January 17, 1867, he was united in marriage to Eliza Jane Logan at her home in eastern Henry county, making his home on a farm, southeast of Coal, until he came to the home of his son. This home was just east of the Turner school, and it was cleared by Mr. Pigg, and all the improvements put on. Their hospitality was known far and wide. The orchard and garden were well cared for and a delight to all. After his health became such that he was unable to farm, he delighted in directing the care of their garden. He and his beloved companion were happy in this house by the side of the road and the friendly spirit of their well kept home and farm cheered every passerby. His wife lived until four years ago. After her passing it was never the same, but he still clung to the old home, until he came to the home of his son, where they surrounded him with love and everything possible, but it did not take the longing away for his own home, altho he appreciated everything done for him. He enjoyed driving with Yantis, the modern things of life. He enjoyed reading and was well informed on every subject. This son and wife, who have given him this devoted care through these declining months will miss him most but they know that he is happy with his beloved companion, and his four daughters and two grandchildren who have passed on. The living children are Y. R. Pigg, Clinton; W. E. and M. L. Pigg, Ponca City, Okla., Mrs. Jeff LaRue, near Finey; also thirteen grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. One brother survives, James W. Pigg, who lives on East Franklin street. He was a member of the Universalist church. Services were held at the Parks Chapel church Sunday, February 10, and the body laid to rest in the Parks Chapel cemetery by the side of his wife.

PIGG, James Wharton
1855-1938
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - J. W. Pigg, 83, Died Oct. 3 - Life-Long Resident of Henry County, Son of Pioneer Ancestry - Had Lived Near Calhoun - Death that had lingered two weeks, as though reluctant to take from realms of life the fine spirit and noble soul of James W. Pigg, bore him aloft at 3:00 p.m. Monday, October 3. For hours he had been in a state of coma, and breath became gradually more measured until the end. As he had lived at peace with men, so his passing was quiet, though it brought tears to those he had loved through the long years of his gallant life. He had been confined to his bed but two weeks, yet with activities curtailed by impaired vision and declining health, he never became discouraged or sad, but lived with faith in the promises of his Creator. James Wharton Pigg, born January 26, 1855, in Tebo Township near Calhoun, was the son of Reuben Pigg and Emily Parks Pigg, natives of Kentucky who came with pioneer parents in covered wagons to wrest an empire from the western wilderness. The Parks family homesteaded near Coal and the Pigg family, their relatives, in the Calhoun neighborhood. Young James, a boy of slight build, was educated in the rural schools of the neighborhood, Plum Grove, Merritt, Turner and Logan, to which he went, often fording streams in wet seasons and muffler over face and ears in the coldest winters. He was reared in the Universalist church of which his family had all been members and they built a house for worship near their farm, which they shared with other denominations, reserving it for their use the fourth and fifth Sundays. June 14, 1877, his cousin, Malinda Catherine Parks, of near Coal became his bride. Uncle Billy Lawler performed the ceremony and they began their life together on the farm southeast of Coal, now owned by their daughter, Mrs. J. E. Delozier and her husband. Six children were born to them, one little daughter who never lived, being the only one who does not today survive, and as though to wipe away the sorrow of her loss they took an infant niece, Elsie, whom they reared as their own and who returned to them a daughter's love. Death since had never touched their family circle as the shadows have grown long on life's pathway they have had the blessing of much love. Mr. Pigg was both a farmer and a carpenter. He took pleasure in seeing abundant crops grow from rich soil and learned the secrets of nature she reserves to those who understand her best. He also had the art of the craftsman in his hands and the skill of the musician, for he was a violinist of local repute, and it was at a "Play-party" that the first met his wife. Energetic and capable he builded for his neighbors between farming seasons and after moving to Clinton in 1925 did a good deal of carpenter work. All of his married life he spent on the above mentioned farm until he moved to Clinton, save for four years they spent in Washington, where they had gone thinking to locate near their daughter who was living there. A great student of the bible, from which he could quote long passages, Mr. Pigg, read it until dimming eyes made a thick magnifying glass necessary. Then as more light was shut out, his daughter, Mrs. Delozier came daily to read to him and sometimes in her place his granddaughter, Miss Barbara, for whom he had the tenderest affection. His tenets changed with the years and maturity, until he was bound by no creed but walked in the way of the Truth as he found it in the scriptures. His garden was his hobby and the abundant growth he cultivated there was a source of great pride. What his family did not use, his frugal wife put into cans for winter needs. His skill with his knife and bit of wood passed away many other hours and for every daughter he carved an intricate chair from white hedge wood, fitting them together with particular care for minute details. Many children in the neighborhood had toys he had carved and shaped for them, and exhibited on the square some time ago was a prairie schooner and a yoke of oxen he had carved with meticulous care. He had also a violin or two he had made, selecting the wood with elaborate thought and producing a finished instrument that would have been a credit to any master craftsman. Loved and watched over always by the gentle care of the sweet and devoted wife, he depended on her and took inspiration from her, and like her he was gentle, kindly, considerate and good. At the time of his passing they had the distinction of being the longest married of any native born Missourians of which the Eye had record, celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary a year and a half ago. Surviving Mr. Pigg are his widow, daughters, Mrs. J. E. Delozier, and Mrs. Eva Cartledge of Clinton; Mrs. J. D. Donahue of Spokane, Wash., and Mrs. Ed Grossheider of Portland, Ore., who had come two weeks ago, called by his failing heath; Mrs. C. W. Lee of Kansas City and one son, Harry S. Pigg, of Portland, Ore. The funeral services were conducted by a Jehovah Witness from Kansas City, Wednesday at the Consalus & Peck Funeral Home. Interment at Englewood.

PIGG, John Robinson
1850-1916
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
The Calhoun Clarion, Thursday, March 9, 1916 - After a lingering illness with cancer of the stomach, John R. Pigg departed this life Monday morning at the family home in Windsor, and was interred in Laurel Oak cemetery Tuesday afternoon, the funeral being one of the most imposing ever held in Windsor, quite a number of Calhoun relatives and friends attending. Deceased was a son of the late David H. Pigg and wife, and was born in Calhoun July 19, 1850. Here he grew to manhood, engaged in merchandising, some years ago removing to Windsor. In July 1872 he married Miss Lucy Smith of Carthage, Illinois, and to them were born a son and two daughters, who survive, their mother dying a decade or so ago. Nearly three years ago Mr. Pigg married Miss Emma Allison of Boonville, where he resided until a few weeks ago, when he was brought to the family home in Windsor, and loving wife and his children cared for him unceasingly. Besides the wife and children he leaves two sisters and two brothers - Mrs. Sarah F. Wall and D. B. Pigg of Calhoun, and Mrs. Gussie Birdwell of Sumas and Butler Pigg of Sedro Woolley, Washington, and a numerous kinship.

PIGG, Mary Lucrecia PARKS
1852-1932
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Apr 1932 - Mrs. Mary L. Pigg Dead - At the home of her daughter, Mrs. Armilda Raney, on South McLane street, at 7 p.m. Monday, after being in failing health for several years. She had been bedfast since the Wednesday before. Mary Lucrecia Parks was born in Henry county near Coal, January 15, 1852. She was united in marriage January 27th, 1870 to John Reuben Pigg. Her husband died August 17 1895. Three children were given to this union, one daughter, Mrs. Lilly E. Cowden died 22 years ago and Miss Ollie Pigg died six years ago. The daughter, where she resided is the only living child. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Dr. Gordon, of Wagoner, Okla., who came for the funeral. She also leaves four grandchildren, Mrs. Babe Keyes, Reuben Raney, Mrs. Walter LaHue, and John Owen Cowden, of Clinton, Mrs. Clayta Shoe and Miss Kathryn LaHue are great-grandchildren. Marilyn Shoe is a great-great-grandchild. January 15, 1931 on Mrs. Pigg's 79th birthday, a five generation picture was taken, which the family prize very highly. Mrs. Pigg spent all of her married life on the farm near Coal. She came to Clinton about 25 years ago. She and her daughter, Miss Ollie, purchased a home on North 3rd street, where they lived until Miss Ollie died. She was small of stature, with coal black hair, sparkling eyes, a true Missouri gentlewoman, versed in womanly arts. Her home was a sunny spot on the street, where good cheer radiated, honesty and honor ruled. A place where all loved to stop and chat. Her needlework soon attracted friends and many were the tiny stitches she put in intricate patterns of quilting and construction before this womanly art swept back into fashion. After moving to Clinton she united with the Christian church and was baptized by Rev. Lindsey. She searched the Bible diligently for the precious promises and quoted the passages frequently. She believed that inspirations for better living and interpretations of life would be given to those who searched the scriptures. She never forced her belief on others, but her life was so clean and fine it was a daily example of what real Christianity will bring. she was regular in church attendance as long as her health permitted. The funeral was held at the Christian church Wednesday afternoon. Burial in Englewood by the side of her daughters.

PIGG, Miaulis "Ollie"
1875-1927
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Miss Ollie Pigg died at her home on North 3rd street, at 9:40 a.m. last Friday with paralysis, after being ill since Tuesday. The Saturday before she suffered a severe headache, but got to feeling almost well until Tuesday, when she had the first stroke of paralysis, then two others came, the last rendering her unconscious for several hours previous to her death. She had always been frail but the last few years had been in the best health she had ever had. She was born near Coal, September 24, 1875, coming with her mother to Clinton, about 20 years ago. She leaves to mourn her death, her mother Mrs. Mary L. Pigg, and one sister, Mrs. Armilda Raney, both of Clinton. Miss Ollie was graciously sweet, beloved by all who knew her. Every nephew and niece was devoted to her, as were the children of her neighborhood. She was her mother's devoted companion, delighting in doing everything that interested her. Their garden was always the best in town. Their flowers, vines and shrubs always grew. Miss Ollie loved flowers and could plant a slip and make it grow. Her going has made the little home on North 3rd street desolate, as she made the most of every talent she had - sewing beautiful stitches, keeping the home clean and bright. She was converted many years ago, and was a devoted member of the Christian church. She put into everday living all the wonderful teachings of Jesus. The funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at the Christian church. Burial at Englewood.

PIGG, Mittie N. CARY KEE
1868-1955
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Tuesday, Nov 29 1955 - Funeral services for Mrs. Mittie K. Pigg, 87, who died at 6:40 a.m., Nov. 24, at her home in Calhoun, Mo., were held Nov. 26, at Calhoun. Burial was in Calhoun Cemetery. Mittie Carey, the last of 10 children of John and Nancy Carey, was born Mar. 26, 1868, at Hortense, Mo. Three brothers and six sisters preceded her in death. In 1888 she married William Kee of Joplin, Mo., and to this union a son, Ferman M. Kee of Calhoun, was born. Her husband preceded her in death and later, on Sept. 14, 1904 she married D. B. Pigg who died Mar. 13 1937. Affectionately known as "Aunt Mittie," she had made her home on the east side of the square at Calhoun for the past 58 years. She was a familiar figure sitting in her rocker in front of her home, from which vantage point she enjoyed watching the noted Calhoun Colt Shows, 49 of them to be exact. Of a friendly nature, Mrs. Pigg had many friends who gave her a cheery greeting in passing. She is survived by her son, Ferman M. Kee; a nephew, Nathan G. Ingle; other relatives and many friends.

PIKE, Terry Jean BOYLES RHODES
1951-2018
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Terry Jean Pike, age 66, of Clinton passed away January 16, 2018 at her home. Terry enjoyed fishing, camping, traveling, cooking, reading, riding the Harley with Terry, spending time with family especially "Sister Days". Terry retired in 2011 from Missouri Department of Social Services. Terry was a member of Northeast Baptist Church. The family wants to give a special thanks to Heartland Hospice and to Jennifer Umland. Terry is survived by her husband Terry L. Pike of the home; children, Lori (Cliff) Moreland, Clinton, Wendi (Brian) McGhee, Clinton, Dustin (Kerra) Webb, Harrisonville; stepdaughter Mindy Hart and stepson Terry L. Pike Jr.; grandchildren, Lindsey Moreland (Nick Sanborn), Kaitlyn (Derek) Foreman, Sara (Caleb) Nepple, Savanna McGhee, Jacob and Kirsten Webb; three great-grandchildren; her mother Jewell Boyles of Clinton; sisters, Judy McCanles, Debbie Barber and Linda Radford. Terry was preceded in death by her first husband Richard Rhodes in 2005; granddaughter, Malori McGhee; brothers, James Boyles, Leroy Boyles, and Clifford Boyles; and sister Kathy Hunter. Funeral service will be Friday, January 19, 2018 at Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton. Internment will be at Vansant Road Cemetery, Clinton.

PILANT, Carmel Willard
1911-2004
Drakes Chapel Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 22 2004 - Carmel Willard Pilant was born August 9, 1911, at Montrose, the son of Charles W. and Eva Brown Pilant. He passed away on February 29, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. On November 5, 1939, he married Frances May Henry at the Methodist Parsonage in Clinton by Rev. Arthur Olson. They lived in Urich where Carmel was the manager of Caldwell's Auto Parts, Appliance Store and Service Station on Main Street. In 1935, he built and drove the first school bus for Clinton High School, which as been documented in the Henry County Historical Society Book. He drove children to school games and picked up school children who lived west of Clinton. The family purchased a farm three miles east of Clinton in January of 1945 where Carmel resided for the remainder of his life. He farmed until 1956 when he started in the carpentry trade in 1966 along with his son, Marion, he began a successful business of buying older homes, remodeling and selling most of them to young people making it possible for them to won their first home. Carmel joined the Drakes Chapel United Methodist Church in 1952, where the church became like a second home to him. He served as Sunday School Teacher, Sunday School superintendent, lay leader and served on the Board of Trustees. He donated countless hours of labor for the many remodeling project through the years. He was instrumental in helping set up the perpetual fund for the Drakes Chapel Cemetery. He was also a 4-H leader, superintendent of the Woodwork Department at the Henry County Fair. He also served on the Deer Creek School Board and the Deer Creek Road Board. Carmel was married for 64 years with two celebrations of 40 and 50-year anniversaries held at Drakes Chapel Church. He was honored with a 90th birthday party at The Home Center Lumber Co., west of Clinton. One of his proudest possessions was a beautiful framed resolution from the Missouri House of Representatives for his service as Republican Township Committeeman for Deer Creek Township for 43 years. It was presented to him by Representative Shannon Cooper and the Henry County Republican Central Committee in 2002. The following is a list of things Carmel cherished in life: The love of his Lord Jesus Christ; his wife and son; his extended family; little children; helping his fellow man; visiting with his many friends, telling humorous stories; farming and watching the crops grow, and by all means not to forget the Republican party. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles W. and Eva Brown Pilant, and by three brothers, Argus, Wilbur and Charles Leroy Pilant. Carmel is survived by his wife, Frances, of the home; his devoted son, Marion, of rural Clinton; one sister, Irene Koch of Leawood, Kansas, and a number of nieces, nephew and other relatives. Funeral services were held at the Drakes Chapel United Methodist Church Tuesday, March 2. Burial was in Drakes Chapel Cemetery, Clinton.

PILANT, Charles Leroy "Roy"
1925-2003
Fairview Cemetery, Kearney, Clay Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 13 2003 - Charles Leroy "Roy" Pilant, 78, Kearney, died Saturday, May 10, 2003 at his home. Funeral services were Tuesday, May 13, at Lawson Assembly of God Church with burial in Fairview Cemetery, Kearney. He was born March 24, 1925, in Urich, the youngest son of Charles W. and Eva L. (Brown) Pilant. On September 26, 1952, he married Reba A. Rairdon. He was a member and deacon of Lawson Assembly of God. He was with Holt Realty where he had worked since 1988. He formed the Water District #4 by putting together many small water districts. Their headquarters is in Lathrop and he served as the president. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Argus Pilant and Wilbur Pilant. Survivors include his wife Reba, of the home; daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Johnny McEntire, Lawson; son Barry Pilant, Orrick; sister Irene Koch, Leawood, Kansas; brother, Carmel Pilant, Clinton, and three grandchildren, Brent Pilant, Sara Pilant and John Charles McEntire.

PILANT, Ella Fay RADFORD
1898-1994
Wrights Creek Cemetery, Jackson Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Ella Fay Radford Pliant, 95, Clinton, died Friday, September 16, 1994, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. Funeral services will be Tuesday, September 20, at the Consalus Funeral Home, Clinton. Burial will be in the Wright's Creek Cemetery. She was born October 19, 1898, in St. Clair County, the daughter of John W. and Allie (Duff) Parks. She was a lifelong area resident. She was a seamstress for many years and a cook at the Jefferson Park School in Clinton. She is survived by four sons, Norman Radford of Clinton, Raymond Lee Radford of Kansas City, Dail LeRoy Radford of Grandview, and Gene Radford, Clinton; 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.

PILANT, Frances May HENRY
1914-2006
Drakes Chapel Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 26 2006 - Frances May Pilant was born September 3, 1912, at Clinton, the daughter of John W. and Grace Treadway Henry. She died March 28, 2006, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Frances was raised on the family farm three miles east of Clinton. Frances and her twin sister Grace, being on the farm with their four brothers, became tom boys with many dangerous and narrow escapes. Frances and Grace helped their father prepare for the annual MFA Farmers Picnic at the Henry Farm. The picnic grounds were known as the Henry Grove. Many MFA chapters came each year for the big event. Frances and Grace would also sing at the events. Frances was secretary-treasurer for their local MFA Chapter. The twins campaigned for their father's successful bid for county judge. After graduating from Clinton High School, Frances worked as secretary for the Clinton Creamery and the Farmers Elevator. On November 5, 1939, Frances married Carmel W. Pilant at the Methodist Parsonage in Clinton, by Rev. Arthur Olson. They lived in Urich for three years, later purchasing a farm near Frances' home place, where she lived until entering Westwood Nursing Home in 2004. Frances was a charter member of the CCSC Club (Country Congenial Sewing Club), the WPFA (Women's Progressive Farmers Association), the WSCS (Women's Society of Christian Service), later becoming the UMW (United Methodist Women), the Deer Creek Neighbors Club, the Deer Creek 4-H, the Deer Creek PTA, her Sunday School Class monthly meetings called the JOPPA Class. Frances was secretary for most of these organizations at one time or another. She always had something amusing in the minutes or read an amusing little tidbit she had ran across. Frances liked to put a little fun in the meetings to liven things up. Frances served as Republican Deer Creek Township Committee woman for many years. The late George B. Howell convinced her to run for the office. Frances joined the Drakes Chapel United Methodist Church in 1952 and remained a faithful member until her death. She was married to Carmel for 64 years with two celebrations on their 40th and 50th wedding anniversary. They were both held at the church. Some of the things Frances will be remembered for her are her sense of humor (as a young girl her family nicknamed her Wit), a devoted mother to her only child Marion, a Christian and moral person, a good country cook, being a friend to many, a lifelong member of the Methodist Church and the Republican Party and a booklet of old sayings prepared in 2000. Frances was preceded in death by her husband Carmel Pilant; her parents; three brothers, Harold, Eugene and Warren Henry, and one sister Grace Riffel. She is survived by one son, Marion Pilant, Clinton; one brother Robert Henry and wife Irene, Clinton; one brother-in-law Orley Riffel; a very special niece Betty Riffel, and a very special nephew Keith Henry, as well as other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at Drakes Chapel United Methodist Church on Sunday, April 2. Burial was in Drakes Chapel Cemetery.

PILANT, Mary Ethel WILLIAMS
1912-2003
Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 17 2003 - Mary Ethel Pilant, 90, Urich, died Saturday morning, March 8, 2003, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Clinton. Born August 18, 1912, to William Richard and Emily Evalene (Middaugh) Williams near Delmar. She lived in Henry County all her life. On December 24, 1933, she married Ira Argus Pilant of Urich and he preceded her in death April 14, 1975. She was a homemaker until 1963. After raising her children, she worked at Williams Dairy Dip, Millam's Countryside Drive-In and later at Wal-Mart where she retired at age 79. She was a lifelong member of the Hopewell Cumberland Presbyterian Church where she actively served as Sunday School teacher, Vacation Bible School teacher and was a member of the Women's Missionary Society. She was a charter member and first president of the Better Homes Improvement Extension Club. She was a community leader and project leader of the Piper 4-H Club for many years. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Richard and Leslie Barr Williams; two half-brothers, John and Earl Williams, and a grandson, Jared Fillinger. She is survived by two sons, Murle Pilant and wife Linda, Clinton, and Maurice and wife Caren, Urich, and one daughter, Mary Lynn (Pilant) Eisenmenger of Riverton, Wyoming; one brother, Gomer Williams and wife Nadine, McPherson, Kansas; two grandsons, Todd Pilant of Omaha, Nebraska, and David Pilant and wife, Jennifer, Springfield; two granddaughters, Adrianne Fillinger of Warrensburg, and Lori (Pilant) Fritz and husband Andy, and one great-grandson, Colby Fritz, all of Ozark. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Monday, March 10. Burial was in the Hopewell Cemetery, rural Montrose.

PILANT, Wilbur R.
1907-1994
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Wilbur R. Pilant, the son of Charles W. and Eve L. Brown Pliant, was born on July 12, 1907, at Montrose. He died at the age of 86 on April 26, 1994, in Clinton at the Westwood Care Center. Wilbur grew up in the Pipes neighborhood living there the first twenty-five years of his life. On May 1, 1937, he was united in marriage with Hazel Marie Loafman at Carthage. Hazel preceded him in death on June 14, 1991. He was a veteran of World War II serving 4 years in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the 3rd Army, 335th Field Artillery Battalion under General George S. Patton. On December 30, 1947, he received the WWII Victory Medal. After his discharge he went to work for the Union State Bank and retired as an assistant cashier after 25 years. He and Hazel continued to make their home in Clinton after his retirement and he worked part time for the Vansant-Mills and Consalus Funeral Homes. Wilbur was a member of the White Oak United Methodist Church and was a 32nd Degree Mason, as well as a 50-year member of Clinton Masonic Lodge 548. Survivors include two brothers, Carmel Pilant of Clinton and Charles L. Pilant of Holt; one sister. Irene Koch of Leawood. Ks.; six nephews and two nieces. Funeral services were Thursday, April 28, 1994, at the Sickman and Dunning Chapel. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery.

PILGRIM, Daniel A.
1882-1955
Drakes Chapel Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Tuesday, May 24 1955 - Funeral services for Daniel A. Pilgrim, 73, former Henry Countian, were held May 22, 1955, at the Consalus Funeral Home. Burial was in Drakes Chapel Cemetery. Daniel A. Pilgrim, born Aug. 31, 1881, in Cooper County, Mo., moved when a teenage lad, with his parents to the Quarles community. In 1907 he married Miss Callie Hankins who preceded him in death in 1919. Six chldren blessed this union, two dying in infancy, and a son Charles Edwin, Springfield, Mo., died on Apr 15 of this year. After farming north of Clinton for several years he moved into town in 1917 and for 28 years was employed with the Larabee Mill. Twelve of those years he was foreman of the elevator. In 1950 he retired and with his wife, the former Mrs. Lyda Ilo whom he married in May of 1924, moved to Colorado Springs, Colo., which had since been his home. Mr. Pilgrim, a faithful Christian, led an exemplary life, having professed his faith in Christ about 30 years ago. He was a devoted husband and father and also a kind friend and good neighbor. He suffered from a heart ailment and was stricken with an attack while visiting his children in Kansas City. He was immediately taken to St. Mary's Hospital where he succumbed 12 hours later, on May 20, 1955. Survivors are his wife of the home; three daughters, Mrs. Elmer Strickland and Mrs. Wilma Morrison, Kansas City, and Mrs. Robert Widger, Springfield, Mo.; two stepchildren, Mrs. J. W. Cook and Robert Pilgrim, Kansas City, Mo.; nine grandchildren; many other relatives and friends.

PINKLEY, Clara Louise
1918-2006
Calvary Cemetery, Tulsa, Tulsa Co, OK
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 16 2006 - Clara Louise (Gardner) Pinkley was born January 11, 1918, in Brandenberg, Kentucky, to Minnie and Gus Gardner, and died February 26, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. The family moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma, when Clara was six months old and she lived in the Tulsa/Berryhill area for 84 years. Her last few years were spent at Westwood Nursing Center, Clinton. She married Silas Edward Pinkley on July 2, 1938, and to this union came one son, Thomas E. Pinkley, and one daughter Patsy R. Goodbrake. In 1964 Clara and Si acquired some land near Berryhill, Oklahoma. Together they built a home where they resided for the next 35 years. Si died February 28, 1998, and Clara continued to live there until she moved to Westwood Nursing Home, Clinton, June 1, 2003. She was a great mother, homemaker and partner. She was at all her kids' events and her home was the hangout for the neighborhood kids. She was famous for her cakes, cookies and especially her homemade candies which she made from scratch and shared with everyone at Christmas time. She was a very talented seamstress which she applied to all types of arts and crafts. Patsy remembers all the wonderful dolls and doll clothes that she made her and also her dresses that were made out of flour sacks. Si could ask for a better wife and partner. She was his fishing buddy. On their 25th wedding anniversary they went on a fishing trip and Clara ended up in the emergency room with a fishing plug in her head. When they left the emergency room, they went back to do more fishing. Clara did not hunt, but she supported Si by making rubber boots for his dogs to wear when they hunted in areas with sand burs. Tom and Patsy still talk about the "ballbag" that she made for his prized hunting dog - who had a particular problem. Si raised hunting dogs and Clara helped. If one of the pups (in her mind) wasn't getting enough milk, she would even bottle feed it. Si wouldn't let her work, but after Tom and Patsy left home she needed something to do. Si agreed that she could go to work, if she went to work after him and go home before he did and did not work weekends. Clara found the perfect job - she went to work for the Tulsa Public School System as a cafeteria worker. Clara liked to travel, but Si did not. Clara joined the Cafeteria Worker's Association and every year she and her friends would attend the annual convention in places like Hawaii, New Orleans, New York and Boston (just to name a few). Clara was a special person and the only person (that we know) that loved being in a nursing home. She shared a room at Westwood Nursing Center with her sister Beulah. They both enjoyed and looked forward to playing Bingo and Clara enjoyed the crafts. Her sister Beulah loved to quilt and one of her last quilts was donated to the Clinton Mid-Day Optimist Club for a fundraising project. Clara took it upon herself to sell tickets at Westwood and the hospital. She sold more tickets than the Optimist Club members. Clara was a very loving, caring and talented person who used these virtues to make and do things for the benefit and/or pleasure of others. She was living proof that you do not need to have money in order to give back to society something of value - your love. She was preceded in death by her husband Silas; two sisters, Luallen Bennett and Beulah Hallum, and two brothers, Ernest and Edgar Gardner. Clara is survived by her son Thomas E. Pinkley; her daughter Patsy R. Goodbrake; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services were held Thursday, March 2, at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Clinton. Graveside services were Friday, March 3, at the Calvary Cemetery, Tulsa, Oklahoma.

PINKSTON, Anthony Shay
1977-2005
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 4 2005 - Anthony Shay Pinkston was born in Washington, Missouri, August 7, 1977, the son of David Pinkston and Regina Pinkston. He died at St. Joseph Hospital, Kansas City, on April 19, 2005, at the age of 27 years. He resided in Union until his graduation from Union High School. At a young age he had strong interests in volunteering as a junior fire fighter and he enjoyed the outdoors. He enjoyed spending time with his family and his friends. He went on many fishing trips with Curt Rainwater and Ben Homeyer. He also enjoyed spending time on the farm in Jefferson City with his friends, Jeremiah Pellin and Amy Rice and their families. He attended many baseball, hockey and football games with his stepfather Tom Zaloudek, and spent many hour swimming. He leaves behind his special forever friend, his Golden Retriever, Bub. He had a great love for people and had many special caregivers and good neighbors. He accepted the Lord into his life in 1998 in St. Charles and enjoyed going to church at the First Baptist Church in Warrensburg. Anthony was preceded in death by his grandparents, Denver and Leonette Waterworth, and his cousin, Jami Rogers. He is survived by his parents, Regina Pinkston, Clinton, and David Pinkston, Calhoun; one brother Eric Pinkston, Clinton; his paternal grandmother Gaynel Mills, Calhoun; his paternal grandfather Charles Pinkston of Calhoun; his aunts and uncles, Jimmy and Rita Fulcher of Georgia, Don and Denise Rogers of Union, Toni and Kenny Vickers of Calhoun, Jamie and Rita Pinkston of Calhoun, Floyd and Debbie Joy, Calhoun, Tony and Judy Dodge of Paola, Kansas, as well as numerous cousins and a host of friends. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Friday, April 22. Burial was in Calhoun Cemetery.

PINKSTON, Aubrey
1888-1920
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
See: PINKSTON, Herbert Rev.

PINKSTON, Charles Eugene
1932-2013
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Charles E. Pinkston, age 80 of Calhoun, Missouri passed away Monday, July 1, 2013 at Windsor Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, Windsor, Missouri. A graveside service will be held Saturday, July 6, 2013 in Calhoun Cemetery, Calhoun, Missouri. Charles was born September 20, 1932 in Windsor, Missouri the son of Bruce and Nina (Hinton) Pinkston. He was preceded in death by two sons, David and Jamie Pinkston, and a grandson, Tony. Survivors include his children, Toni Vickers and Debbie Joy, both of Calhoun, Missouri and Judy Dodge of Paola, Kansas as well as eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

PINKSTON, David Eugene
1951-2009
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 14 2009 - David Eugene Pinkston was born November 18, 1951, in Windsor, the first son of Charles Eugene and Gaynel Louise (Goodrich) Pinkston. David was raised in the Windsor, Ionia and Calhoun areas, graduating from Calhoun High School in the Class of '69. David departed this life on Wednesday, August 19, 2009, at home in his recliner while watching TV with Lucy at his side. His heart just stopped working. As a teenager, he hauled hay during the summer. Later he worked for Williams Rock Company in Clinton. David married the love of his life, Regina Waterworth, in December 1973. His first son, Eric Devon Pinkston, was born in April 1974. David and family then moved to Union and he became an independent over-the-road truck driver. He was very proud of the fact that he owned his own truck. Second son, Anthony Shay, was born in August 1977. David's sons brought him great joy and sorrow as children often do. He shared his love for music with both of his sons. They spent many hours listening to their favorite artists. David had his first heart attack at the age of 39. He did not let that get in the way of living his life. By this time he was driving a Ready Mix truck in the Union area and enjoying life to the fullest! David and Regina divorced and David later moved back to the Calhoun area as his health failed. When David got his own place in Calhoun, his mom decided that David needed a "furry" friend. Sara became one of many dogs that David befriended. David enjoyed the many family dinners at Floyd and Debbie's house, always looking forward to the next barbecue or Christmas dinner. If David was unable to attend the function, it was always someone's duty to bring him a sampling of the food that had been served. Anthony, David's son, died in April 2005. This loss left a huge hole in David's heart. For many years he fought depression brought about because of the loss of Tony. David's next "furry" friend, Lucy, became the friend of a lifetime. Lucy brought so much joy to every day of his life. They shared everything, including food, TV programs and their sleeping arrangements. Lucy has been lost without David's companionship. Granddaughter, Abigail Shay, was born in April 2007. Abby helped fill the void in Grandpa Dave's life. He was proud of this precious little lady. David and family suffered another loss in January 2008 as his mother, Gaynel, died unexpectedly. Lillian "Lilly" Marie was born in February 2008. Again, Grandpa Dave had been given something more to live for as he continued to fight the battle of all his health problems. David was preceded in death by his son, Anthony Shay Pinkston; mother Gaynel Louise Pinkston Mills, and grandparents, Si and Bennie Goodrich. David is survived by his son, Eric Pinkston of Republic; father, Charles "Gene" Pinkston of Calhoun; sisters, Toni Vickers and husband Kenny, Debbie Joy and husband Floyd, all of Calhoun, Judy Dodge and husband Tony, Paola, Kansas; brother Jamie Pinkston and wife Rita, Calhoun; granddaughters, Abby and Lilly Pinkston of Republic; nephews and nieces, Jeremy Joy and wife Angie, Jonathan Joy and wife Amanda; Chris Pinkston, Jennifer Smith and husband "Smitty", Stephanie Williams and husband Richard, Michelle Macke, Katie Dodge; special friends, Leonard and Samantha Watson, Dawn Neale, Regina Lause, and a host of other family and friends, along with his dogs, Sara and Lucy. Memorial services were held at the United Methodist Church, Calhoun, on Saturday, August 22. Inurnment was in Calhoun Cemetery, Calhoun.

PINKSTON, Dorothy Eleanor CARPENTER
1922-2001
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Jan 12 2001 - Dorothy Eleanor Pinkston, 78, Harrisonville, died Wednesday, January 10, 2001, at Saint Joseph Health Center, Kansas City. Funeral services are Saturday at the Atkinson Chapel, Harrisonville, with burial in Calhoun cemetery. She was born October 25, 1922, in Butler, the daughter of Robert Ward and Jennie Eleanor (Walters) Carpenter. She lived in the Butler area and moved to Calhoun while still a young girl. She attended school in Calhoun and helped with her family's business, Carpenter's Cafe. On July 15, 1939, she married Aubrey Junior Pinkston. She was a homemaker most of her life but she did work for Safety federal Savings and retired from the United Missouri Bank in Peculiar in 1989, where she worked as a bookkeeper for 18 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Aubrey, on January 11, 1971; her parents; a brother, Robert Marion Carpenter, and a sister, Anna Maurine Hearest. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Marilyn and Charles Myler, Freeman; one sister, Joan Briar, McAllen, Texas; four grandchildren, Paul Myler, Chesapeake, Virginia, Chris Myler, Eric Myler and Cathy Borum, all of Harrisonville, and 11 great-grandchildren.

PINKSTON, Floyd Hendrick
1920-2014
Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Springfield, Greene Co, MO
Floyd Hendrick Pinkston, 94, of Springfield, MO, passed away August 22, 2014 at a local hospital. A native of Henry County, MO, Floyd was the son of Percy R. and Frances (Fanny) Hendrick Pinkston of Clinton, MO, and brother to William Pinkston of Pleasant Hill, MO, and Ruby Pinkston Hull of Clinton. Over the years, Floyd achieved the rank of Lt. Colonel in the US Air Force, was a newspaper publisher and editor, and served in several civilian public information roles for the Air Force. God blessed 'Pink' with good health, a bright mind and even a brighter personality over his 94 years, from his birthday, April 15, 1920 until his final 'promotion' last Friday. Floyd is survived by Micky Pinkston, his loving wife of 44 years; daughters Marilyn (Jon) Kerrick of Grain Valley, MO, and Nancy (Bill) Doran of Orlando, FL; son Mark (Jennifer) Pinkston of Lee’s Summit, MO; stepson Larry (Karen) Smith of Friendswood, TX; stepdaughter-in-law Sandy Smith of Willow Springs, MO; and brother-in-law Chuck Hull of Clinton. He was also 'Gramps' to 12 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, step-son Jerry Smith, and grandson Chris Smith. Like many of his generation, Floyd's young years were formed by both the drought and great depression of the 30s when his family was, according to him, "dirt farmers." He had the gift of writing, and following high school graduation was employed at the local newspaper, The Clinton Eye, where he worked for six cents an hour. Floyd loved his country and enlisted in the US Army Air Corps (the forerunner to the Air Force) as a private in April 1941, a full seven months before Pearl Harbor. By May 1943, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant. During WWII, Pink served as a cryptographic/message center officer in Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia before going to Italy. While in Italy, he unexpectedly ran into his brother who was serving as well -- a chance reunion that delighted them both. In November, 1945, Floyd returned to Clinton while finishing out his active duty, and also returned to The Clinton Eye. In 1946, his active duty ended and his career as an Air Force reservist started. Pink progressed at both The Clinton Eye and in the reserves, and he married Mary Virginia Hoppe (three children, Marilyn, Nancy, and Mark). Floyd eventually became editor and co-publisher of The Eye. In the reserves Pink continued to earn promotions, with his final rank being Lieutenant Colonel when his active reserve duty ended in 1963. He concluded his retired reserve service on his birthday in 1980. In 1968, after nearly 24 years of work at the Clinton Eye, Floyd sold the paper and became a civil servant for the Department of Defense, and in late 1969 he married Micky (Mildred) Clegg Smith of Clinton. Floyd served for more than 17 years at Richards-Gebaur Air Force Base in Belton, MO, initially as Public Information Officer for 10th Air Force NORAD. He also held multiple other public information posts over the years, retiring in 1985 as Chief, Public Affairs Officer, 442nd Tactical Fighter Wing and as Base Information Officer. After both Pink and Micky completed their careers, they enjoyed their retirement years in Belton with many activities related to civilian aviation. With Micky as the pilot of their Piper Warrior aircraft, and Pink always occupying the right seat, they traveled the country, often to "fly ins" and in volunteer service for multiple causes. The loving pair moved to Springfield in 1995, and continued to fly and develop life in a new community. This included becoming members at Ridgecrest Baptist Church, enjoying close neighbors and coffee get-togethers. They both delighted in time spent with family and loved to hear the exploits of their grand and great-grandchildren. Floyd took pride in his service to the United States and we appreciate him for it. We take greater delight in that Pink was joyful, healthy and mentally sharp until last week when pneumonia over-took his normal healthy state. His transition to meet Jesus was peaceful and we are thankful. A memorial service celebrating the life of Floyd will be Friday, August 29, at Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home in Springfield, MO, followed by noon military honors and graveside interment of ashes at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery.

PINKSTON, Herbert Rev.
1887-1920
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton, MO, Feb 1920 - Three Dead From Accident - A sad accident occurred at the sand hill crossing, northeast of Calhoun, Monday afternoon, when the south bound Katy Limited struck an auto, in which were Rev. Herbert Pinkston and wife and his cousin, Aubrey Pinkston. Another auto was on the opposite side, waiting for the Limited to pass, and as Rev. Pinkston thought they were just waiting for him to cross first, he attempted to hurry across, when the train struck his auto. Mrs. Pinkston was instantly killed and the other two were fatally injured. The Limited brought the two men to Clinton on cots and they were hurried to the Clinton Hospital, Dr. A. A. Gray of Calhoun, accompanying them, who, together with Dr.'s Woltzen and Poague, assisted Dr. Stebbins in doing everything possible for them, but their injuries were such that they only lived a few hours. Rev. Pinkston suffered a fracture of both bones of the right leg below the knee and also severe bruises over the body. He died of internal hemorrhages at 7:45 that evening. He was semi-concious and never regained consciousness. He was 32 years old. Rev. Pinkston had been the beloved pastor of the Calhoun Christian church for several years, and the many friends of both families were grief-stricken to hear of this fatal accident. Rev. Pinkston and wife are survived by one son, Bruce aged about 9 years. His mother, Mrs. Ada Pinkston, also survives, living northeast of Calhoun. Mrs. Pinkston's maiden name was Ina Bruce, and she also leaves her parents, C. C. Bruce and wife, who life north of Calhoun. Aubrey Pinkston was unconscious all the time. He suffered from a fracture of the right femur just below the hip and bruises about the head and body, dying at 9:15 p.m., from blood clots on the brain. He was also 32 years old, and lived on a farm near Calhoun. He leaves a wife and two children - a little daughter and son. The funeral was held at the Calhoun Christian church Wednesday afternoon.

PINKSTON, Ina BRUCE
1888-1920
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
See: PINKSTON, Herbert Rev.

PINKSTON, Jamie Bruce
1953-2010
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 25 2010 - Jamie Bruce Pinkston, was born October 24, 1953, in Windsor to Charles E. and Gaynel L. (Goodrich) Pinkston. Jamie was welcomed home by a sister Toni, and brother David. Six years alter sister Debbie was born, then two years later Judy was born. Jamie was raised in Windsor, Ionia, and Calhoun area. He attended high school in Calhoun. As a teenager, Jamie worked odd jobs on the farm. He owned a horse named Satin, who was his animal soul-mate. Sometimes they both slept while traveling. Other times Jamie read while Satin took them to their destination. Jamie visited all 48 continental states, many times riding shotgun with Dad in the semi-truck; other times just thumbing a ride to wherever he could go. Many adjectives describe Jamie, but free-spirited is probably the most applicable. Jamie met his first wife in Salt Lake City, Utah. To this union two children were born, Christopher James and Jennifer Dawn. After moving back to Calhoun, Jamie was later divorced from his first wife. Chris went back to Salt Lake City with his mom and Jennifer stayed with Jamie. Grandma Gaynel helped raise Jennifer. In 1994 Jamie met Rita Bush, later marrying her in October 1995. Their marriage began while living in Arkansas, later moving back to the Calhoun area. Rita's family opened their arms and welcomed Jamie as just another family member. Rita's children, Tracy and Kevin, thought of Jamie as another father. Tracy and Kevin's father Tony, was also a very good friend to Jamie. Jamie was a voracious reader. His interests varied from a telephone book, road atlas or encyclopedia to novels by Louis L'Amour, JRR Tolkien, Arthur C. Clark or Stephen King. Both his love for reading and music varied from A to Z and had no boundaries. Fishing was a favorite hobby that Pa shared with grandsons Lee and Logan. With Kiel he shared his love of music. Jamie had limited visits with his other four grandchildren, Shelby, Robert, Damon and Kamilla, due to them living so far away. Jamie was diagnosed with lung cancer the same year his mother died. This was an especially hard year for him due to the many trips to Columbia for chemo, radiation and also the natural grieving of his mother. Stoic would be another appropriate adjective describing Jamie - he shed very few tears when he learned of his diagnosis. All he could say was that he needed to live so that he could take care of Rita. And live he did, for another two and a half years. Jamie was very optimistic that he could beat this disease and live to take care of Rita. Jamie lost this battle on Wednesday evening, April 21, 2010, at his home, surrounded by wife Rita, sisters, Toni and Debbie; friends, Leonard Watson and Claude Robertson; stepson Kevin and his girlfriend Michelle. Jamie took his last breath with Rita holding him in her arms, telling him how much she loved him. Jamie was preceded in death by his grandparents Si and Bennie Goodrich; mother Gaynel Mills; nephew Anthony Pinkston, and brother David Pinkston. Surviving are wife Rita Pinkston; father Gene Pinkston; sisters, Toni (Kenny) Vickers, Debbie (Floyd) Joy, Judy (Tony) Dodge; children, Chris and Jennifer; stepchildren, Tracy and Kevin; grandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and many other friends and relatives. Memorial services were held at the United Methodist Church, Calhoun, on Sunday, April 25.

PINKSTON, Sylvia M. HUFFMAN
1918-1999
Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pleasant Hill, Cass Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Jan 3 2000 - Sylvia M. Pinkston, 81, Pleasant Hill, died Tuesday, December 28, 1999, at Cass Medical Center, Harrisonville. She was born in Pleasant Hill May 28, 1918, the daughter of Jesse A. Huffman and Hannah A. Sorbet Huffman. She was married to William L. Pinkston August 3, 1947, in Kansas City. He died December 9, 1999. She is survived by two sons, William L. Pinkston III of Littleton, Colorado; John R. Pinkston of Pleasant Hill; one daughter, Jo Hannah Thomas of Jupiter, Florida; two brothers, Robert Huffman of Columbia and William Huffman of Kansas City; two sisters, Jewel Brauninger of Buckner and Hazel Evans of Kansas City; six grandsons, two great-grandchildren and many other relatives, including sister-in-law Ruby Hull of Clinton; cousin, Irene Henry of Clinton; brother-in-law, Floyd Pinkston, Springfield. She graduated from high school and then graduated from CMSU in 1960. She was a fourth grade school teacher for Pleasant Hill School system from 1960 until 1982 when she retired. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, VFW Post 3118 Auxiliary, all of Pleasant Hill. Funeral services were at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, under the direction of the Wallace Funeral Home on Monday. Burial was in Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

PINKSTON, William Lee
1917-1999
Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pleasant Hill, Cass Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Dec 23 1999 - William Lee Pinkston, 82, Pleasant Hill, died at his home on December 9, 1999. Mr. Pinkston was born March 21, 1917, near Montrose, in the Bear Creek community, to Percy Rodman Pinkston and Fanny M. Hendrick Pinkston. Bill spent his early years in the Montrose and Clinton areas. He attended school in Clinton and graduated from high school here. He worked for Wm. F. Crome Co., in Clinton for several years. In April 1941 he was one of the first draftees drawn from Henry County. He served his country in the European-African and Middle Eastern Campaigns, arriving home in July 1945. He married Sylvia M. Huffman on August 3, 1947, in Kansas City. Bill worked for J. R. Prewitt and Sons Manufacturing in Pleasant Hill and then worked as a manager for Belsaw Warehouse until he retired in 1982. He was a member of the VFW Post 3118 in Pleasant Hill and an active member of the United Methodist Church in Pleasant Hill. Survivors include his wife, Sylvia M. Pinkston, Pleasant Hill; two sons, William L. Pinkston III and wife, Joy, Littleton, Colorado, and John R. Pinkston and wife, Jean, Pleasant Hill; one daughter, Jo Hannah Thomas and husband, David, Jupiter, Florida; one brother, Floyd Pinkston and wife, Mildred, Springfield; one sister, Ruby Hull and husband, Charles, Clinton; six grandsons, one great-grandson and one great-granddaughter. Also five nieces and one nephew, several cousins, other relatives, and a host of friends. Private burial services at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery were held December 15. Memorial services were held in the afternoon at the Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church.

PINSON, Everett
1913-1991
Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Everett Pinson, age 78, Holden, Mo., passed away Saturday, November 2, 1991 at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City. He was born September 30, 1913 near Centerview, Mo., the son of Sterling Clark and Margaret (Colster) Pinson. He married Edith Burldine Turner on June 10, 1939 in Huntsville, Mo. She preceded him in death February 17, 1989. Mr. Pinson lived in Pittsville, MO from 1946 until 1949 and operated a Mobile Oil service station there. From 1949 until 1958 he lived in Kingsville, MO. where he was a Mobile Oil bulk agent. In 1958 he moved to Holden where he owned and operated Pinson Rooming House from 1958 until retiring in 1984. Mr. Pinson was a member of the Elks Lodge in Warrensburg and the Holden Gun Club, Holden. He enjoyed boating, fishing, coyote hunting, and working with antique engines. He is survived by one son Clark Pinson, Independence; one daughter Beverly Van Meter, Kingsville; two brothers, J. C. Pinson, Roswell, N.M., and Alan Pinson, Holden; 5 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. One brother Charles Pinson, preceded him in death in 1989. Funeral services were held Tuesday, November 5, at Ben Cast & Son-Wood Funeral Home, Holden. Burial was in Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg.

PIPER, John W.
1844-1886
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye - John W. Piper, after a short illness, died at his home in Davis township Thursday morning, September 30, 1886, age 40 years. He was a brother of Piper Bros., the eastside merchants.

PIPES, Madonna Lee RUSSELL
1937-2001
Clinton Daily Democrat, Jan 19 2001 - Madonna Lee Pipes, 63, died Tuesday, January 16, 2001, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born June 8, 1937 in St. Joseph, to Archie Miller and Alice Nancy Seevers Russell. She had nine brothers and sisters. She was a lifetime waitress and cook. She lived and worked in several areas of the country prior to moving to Clinton where she lived until her death. She met and married her husband, Jack, in October 1966. She was severely injured in a propane gas explosion in 1989 and was thereafter disabled. However, she was able to enjoy her home in Clinton until her death. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack; two grandchildren, Whitney Rock and Phillip Rock; her parents, Archie Russell and Alice Russell; her brothers, Ross William Russell, Louis Leroy Russell and James Frances Russell and her sisters, Helen Marie Steinke and Alice Jean Posteher. She is survived by her children, Terri White of Clinton, Jackie Bischoff of Brookville, Indiana, Randall Rogers of Dixon, Russell Rogers of Americas, Georgia, Ronald Rogers of Kansas City, and Rita Rogers Rhodes; her sisters, Stella Finley of Gillivan and Mary Jane Whitesell of St. Joseph; her brothers, Archie Miller Russell, Jr. of St. Joseph and Dale Grove Russell of Denver, Colorado; her sister-in-law, Cecil Weber of Montrose, and many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Rhode Funeral Home.

PIRTLE, Gloria Evelyn KOUWEN
1935-2010
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 17 2010 - Gloria Evelyn Pirtle, daughter of Austin M. and Enid (Greenlease) Kouwen, was born August 22, 1935, in Lahore, Pakistan. She died at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Clinton, on July 18, 2010, at the age of 74 years. Gloria was a secretary for an ophthalmologist before retiring. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Clinton, and the Altar Society. She was preceded in death by her parents. Gloria is survived by her husband, William J. "Bill" Pirtle; daughter, Michelle and husband Chris Smith; four grandchildren, Clint and wife Tracy Hendrix, Jeff and wife April Lynn Hendrix, April Hendrix and Christopher Smith; seven great-grandchildren, Machenzie, Brooklyn, Brody, Alyssa, Emily, Aliyah and Erica; three brothers, Peter Kouwen, David Kouwen and Christopher Kouwen, and a sister, Sue Adey. Funeral services were held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Clinton, on Wednesday, July 21. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery.

PISCHEL, Robert Harold "Bob"
1947-2012
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 28 2012 - Robert H. "Bob" Pischel, 65, West Point, died Sunday, August 26, 2012, at Immanuel Hospital in Omaha, NE. Services with military honors will be Wednesday, August 29, at Grace Lutheran Church in West Point. Local services will be at Hill and Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, on Thursday, August 30. Interment will be at Montrose Cemetery. Robert Harold Pischel was born January 28, 1947, in Council Bluffs, IA, to Harold R. and Margaret K. (Pflaster) Pischel. He graduated in 1965 from Abraham Lincoln High School in Council Bluffs. Robert served in the United States Army from March 6, 1966, to December 6, 1968. He was stationed in Frankfurt, Germany, where he worked in the administrative Services Finance Corps. Robert earned a business Administration degree form University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg. On June 1, 1970, Robert married Mary Jo Michel at the Alumni Memorial Chapel on the campus of Central University. Robert began his career working for International Harvester in the credit department. The couple moved to Norfolk, NE, when Robert transferred to the territory sales department. In 1981, the couple moved to West Point where he worked for West Point Implement. Robert was a driver for Crete Carrier Corporation before driving for Fremont Contract Carriers. He then worked for the Cuming County Roads Department. Robert is survived by his wife, Jo of West Point; cousins, Barbara Jensen of Slater, IA, and Phil (Peggy) Higgins of Hamilton, MT, and Aunt Phyllis Higgins of Hamilton, MT. He was preceded in death by his parents and parents-in-law Glen and Evelyn Michel.

PITCHER, James Marion Sr.
1818-1897
Pitcher Cemetery, Shawnee Mound, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Oct 29 1898 - James Pitcher, an old settler of this place, died Sunday evening, Oct. 23. He had a paralytic stroke, from which he never recovered. He leaves a wife, two daughters and three sons to mourn his loss. He was in his 80th year. Two of his sons, Dave and John, got here before his death, as also did his sister from Boone County. Services were held at the family residence by Rev. Mohler, of the Baptist Church, Monday, after which his remains were laid to rest in the family burying grounds.

PITCHER, Lydia W. McGINNESS MARTIN
1859-1909
Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Nov 20 1909 - Mrs. Lydia Pitcher, wife of Charley A. Pitcher, southeast of Clinton, died of typhoid fever Friday morning, November 12. She was the daughter of John and Mary A. McGinnis of Coal and was born in Ritchie County, West Virginia August 14, 1859. Her mother, one brother and two sisters, were in the better land to welcome her home. She leaves an aged father and four children - Homer, Charley and Floyd Martin and Miss Becca Pitcher, also a stepdaughter Miss Alta. Only six weeks before was the old father required to give up another daughter, Mrs. Reuben Rodebaugh, with typhoid fever, but the Lord gave the Lord taketh away.

PITCHER, Rhoda A. BURRINGTON
1854-1892
Pitcher Cemetery, Shawnee Mound, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Feb 6 1892 - Rhoda, wife of J. F. Pitcher, near Quarles, died Sunday, of pneumonia. Buried in the family graveyard near Shawnee Mound.

PITTMAN, Annie E. MURPHY
1931-2011
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 5 2011 - Annie E. Pittman passed away on July 3, 2011 in Harrisonville, at the age of 79 years. She was born on October 27, 1931 in Lockney, Texas, the daughter of D. O. and Lillie May (Adams) Murphy. Annie lived in Amarillo, Texas for most of her life until she moved to Creighton, to be with her sister. She was a L.P.N. She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Clinton. She was preceded in death by her parents, D. O. and Lilly May Murphy; her sister, Mary L. Bradley and her brother, Virgil "Bud" Murphy. Annie is survived by her daughter, Shirley Wiseman; Five grandchildren, Jennifer Rodarte, Jessica Conoley, Jackie Meyers, Almon Griatis, and Jolee Giratis; seven great-grandchildren, Brooke, Austen, Morgan, Pyper, Dhavonet, Jeremiah and Allyson; two nieces, Joyce Jackson and Sandra Thornburg and their children. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Friday, July 8, 2011. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery.

PITTS, Eddie A.
1929-2009
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Eddie A. Pitts, age 80, of Clinton, Missouri passed away Friday, December 11, 2009, at his home. Eddie was proud to be a decorated veteran of the United States Air Force, who served during the end of the Korean conflict. He married Maxine Wortman on November 15, 1949, in Rapid City, South Dakota. He drove a truck for many years, at one time driving for Prime Trucking Company. Eddie liked playing his guitar and loved cars and golf. He was very much a family man who nicknamed all of his grandchildren and loved holiday family gatherings. He is survived by: his wife of sixty years, Maxine Pitts, of the home; two daughters, Rose Smith, Clinton, Missouri and Felicity Castiglia, Elkview, West Virginia; one son, John Pitts and his wife, Sharon, Springfield, Missouri; daughter-in-law, Donna Pitts, Clinton, Missouri; thirteen grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. His sons, Ronald J. Pitts and Joseph H. Pitts, and his grandson Clayton L. Sales, preceded him in death. Graveside Services, with a Military Honor Guard, will be Monday, December 14, 2009, at Clinton Memory Gardens in Clinton.

PITTS, George Prewitt
1869-1936
Rose Hill Cemetery, Latour, Johnson Co, MO
Well Known Blairstown Man Commits Suicide in Woodshed at His Home - George Prewitt Pitts, well known resident of Blairstown, was found dead by a neighbor Saturday afternoon in a little woodshed in the northeast corner of the yard at his home in Blairstown, where he lived alone. Dr. W. T. Jennings, county coroner, found Mr. Pitts lying on his back in the shed, a 38 caliber revolver lying near, as though it had dropped form his right hand to the floor. The single shot fired went through the heart. After viewing the scene, Dr. Jennings deemed no inquest necessary as it was apparent how he had come to his death. A note of farewell to his family was found on the kitchen table. He had been dead several hours when Dr. Jennings was called to the scene about 5 p.m. Saturday. George Prewitt Pitts was born September 3, 1869, at Louisville, Ky., son of John Pitts from Ireland and Mary Zilty Pitts of Kentucky. When a young man, he was baptized and joined the Baptist church, where he held his membership until death. He also belonged to the Odd Fellow Lodge several years. In 1892 he was married to Treshy E. Holman and ten children were in their family, six of whom are living. In 1912 his wife died, leaving seven children for him to rear. For the past 12 years he lived in Blairstown being along at the time of his death. Most of his life was spent as a railroader, but the past few years he was a farmer. He is survived by the following brothers and sisters: T. C. Pitts, Schell City; Rom and Arch Pitts, Peculiar; R. W. Pitts, Bolivar; Mrs. Rolla Box, Jerome, Idaho; Mrs. Florence Chandley, Boise, Idaho; and the following children: V. R. Pitts, Schell City; D. J. Pitts, Alexander, Ia.; Mrs. Meva Cooper, Grandview, Mo.; Mrs. Nellie Harbson, Mason City, Ia.; Clarence Pitts, Charles City, Ia.; Mrs. Lindsay Salmon, Clinton. There are also 21 grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church at Blairstown at 2 p.m. Monday with interment at Rose Hill cemetery, eight miles north of Blairstown under the direction of Wilkinson Funeral service.

PITTS, Jewell B.
1910-1993
Forest Hill Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Jewell B. Pitts, 83, central Kansas City, died Tuesday, March 2, 1993 at Menorah Medical Center. Services were Monday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kansas City; burial in Forest Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Pitts was born in Clinton and lived in the Kansas City area most of her life. She was a maid at the Osteopathic Hospital before she retired. She was a member of the church. Survivors include a daughter Jessie Johnson, Minneapolis; a sister Mary Kay Lindsey, Clinton; five grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren, and 19 great-great-grandchildren.

PITTS, Joseph Henry
1956-2000
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Jul 24 2000 - Joseph Henry Pitts, 44, Clinton, died Saturday, July 22, 2000, at St. John's Regional Medical Center, Springfield. He was born April 21, 1956, in Omaha, Nebraska, son of Eddie A. and Maxine Wortman Pitts. He is survived by his parents; two daughters, Holly and Jolesa Pitts; two brothers, Ronald J. Pitts, all of Clinton, John Pitts, Bolivar; two sisters, RoseMarie Smith, Lee's Summit and Felicity Castiglia, Sedalia; along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services were held Monday, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens.

PITTS, Virgil M.
1911-1991
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Virgil M. Pitts, 80, Windsor, died Tuesday, December 31, 1991, at Resthaven Nursing Home of Windsor. He was born February 5, 1911, in Plevna, Mo., son of Ira M. Pitts and Tona Mauck Pitts. On November 17, 1973, in Windsor, he married Ella Opal Hill, who survives of the home. Mr. Pitts was a carpenter and built bowling alleys for the AMF-Brunswick Co. for 19 years before retiring in 1973. He was a member of the High Point Christian Church in Montgomery City and the Carpenters Union Local 3202, St. Louis. Cremation.

PITTSENBARGER, Lavina Catherine SICKMAN
1922-1999
St. Ludger Cemetery, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lavina Catherine Pittsenbarger, 75, died Friday, July 30, 1999, at St. Joseph Hospital in Kansas City. She was a parishioner of Coronation of Our Lady parish and a member of the altar and rosary society in Grandview. She retired in 1984 from Sears & Roebuck after 42 years. Survivors include her brother John Sickman of Clinton; her sister Marie Fick of Germantown, and many relatives and friends. Funeral mass was held at Coronation of Our Lady in Grandview on Monday, August 2. Burial of cremated remains will be in St. Ludger Cemetery in Germantown at a later date.

PLAYLE, Judy Ann
1947-2012
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 15 2012 - Judy Ann Playle, age 64 of Clinton, Missouri passed away Sunday, February 12, 2012 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. Memorial Services will be Saturday, February 18, 2012 at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Judy was born in Clinton, Missouri, the daughter of James W. and Gladys Virgina (Wilson) Harrelson. She was a line worker for Rival Manufacturing and later a C.N.A. working in the in-home service field. She was a member of the Eagles in Clinton. She is survived by her three children, Lawrence Littlejohn, Janice Rothgeb and Laurie Yates; brothers, James Harrelson, Dale Harrelson, Mike Harrelson, Jerry Harrelson, Raymond Martin, all of Clinton and Wayne Fields, Calhoun; sisters, Virginia Peek and Mary Harrleson both of Clinton, Sue Smith, Nevada, Missouri and Nancy Harrelson, Gladstone, Missouri; step-father Robert Fields, Calhoun; five grandchidren, John Johnson, Victoria Johnson, Phillip Rothgeb, Christopher Hathcock and Megan Foster and great- grandchildren, Kelsey Johnson, Emily Johnson, Tamara Johnson, Kassity Johnson, Alessandra Johnson and Haleey Johnson, and Zack McFadden; as well as several nieces and nephews.

PLAYLE, Roger M.
1951-2003
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 6 2003 - Roger M. Playle, 52, was born February 16, 1951, to Jesse James and Ruby Marilyn Broadhead Playle, and died Sunday, November 2, 2003, at the Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. On December 9, 1992, he married Judy Ann Harrelson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse and Ruby Playle. He is survived by his wife, Judy, of the home; one son, Patrick of Washington state; three stepchildren, Janice, Larry and Laurie, Clinton; five grandchildren, John, Chris, Victoria, Megan and Phillip, and one great-grandchild, Kelsey; one brother, and three sisters, all of Washington state. No services are scheduled at this time.

PLECKER, Millie Angeline WHITFORD
1859-1939
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. J. F. Plecker Dead - Death came to Mrs. J. F. Plecker, whose late husband was one of this community's large land holders, at her home in Deepwater, September 2, 1939. During her last illness of three weeks, her seven surviving children were at her bedside. Millie Angeline Whitford was born January 9, 1858, in Moultry County, Illinois, and came to Henry County with her parents at the age of nine. Here she grew to womanhood and was married to James F. Plecker, September 7, 1876. Thirteen children were given this couple, the seven surviving being; Mrs. Ida Cannon, Windsor; Mrs. Etta Craig of the home; Mrs. Dora Bradley, Kansas City, Kans.; Mrs. Olive Switser, Ovilla, Mo.; Mrs. Noima De Forrester, Springfield; Mrs. Stella McClymond, Deepwater; Archie Plecker, Brownsville, Tex. There are 25 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Early in life Mrs. Plecker was converted, joining the Deepwater Christian Church. She took her Christianity seriously and taught the adult Bible class for several years, doing her share always to win others. She was also an ardent member of the W.C.T.U. fighting wholeheartedly in battles that this group waged. Mrs. Plecker's parents settled on a farm near Pleasant Valley, when they first came to Henry county. In this same community Mrs. Plecker lived until the failing health of her husband caused them to move to town. The Plecker home in Deepwater is a commodious, attractive place, surrounded by large trees and well kept lawn, all indicative of the character of Mrs. Plecker. She was an industrious person, loved to visit with her neighbors and to have her family about her. Funeral services were held at the Christian Church on Monday. Grandsons were pall bearers: Orville Cannon, James Switser, Glen H., Billy and Joe Bradley and Earl Craig. Grand daughters were flower girls: Elaine and Lucille McClymond, Marie Craig, Mrs. M. E. Miller and Mrs. Garold Allen. Burial in Billy Dunning Cemetery. Among those from out-of-town at the funeral besides the children were: Miss Marie Craig, Mrs. M. E. Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Glen Bradley, James Switser, Kansas City, Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. Joe Bradley, Mr. and Mrs. Garold Allen, Kansas City, Kans.; Mr. and Mrs. Orville Cannon, Olathe, Kansas., Mr. and Mrs. R. K. Jones, Waneta and Bobby Jones, Pilot Grove; Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Rice, Karen and Richard, Joplin.

PLEMMONS, Lennie EPPLE
1914-2006
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Lennie Epple Plemmons, 92, Clinton, died Friday, December 15, 2006, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Funeral services will be Monday at Consalus Funeral Home with burial in Englewood Cemetery. Lennie was born February 7, 1914, in West Plains, Missouri, daughter of Lewis N. and Bertie Jane Barner Epple. She married Cleo Plemmons, at Paola, Kansas, on July 3, 1933 and he precedes her in death. She is also preceded by her parents, two brothers, Theodore and Lewis Epple and just a few days ago by her sister Louie Fisher. Survivors include her two daughters, June Duensing and husband Gerald, Judy Evans and husband Kenneth; six grandchildren; seven great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.

PLUMLEE, Harlan Randon
1965-1987
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Kansas City Star, Sunday, Nov 15 1987 - Crash Kills Clinton Man - A 21 year-old rural Clinton MO., man was killed Friday when the car he was driving collided with a tractor-trailer on U S 52 at Route B in Pettis County, the Missouri Highway patrol said. Harlan Radon Plumlee, 21 was driving south on Route B about 8:40 p. m. Friday when he apparently failed to stop at an intersection and struck a west bound tractor-trailer on U S 52 the highway patrol reported. Plumlee was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the tractor-trailer, Larry Dade, 43, Shell City, MO., was not injured, the Highway patrol said Plumlee was born in Clinton and was a lifelong area resident. He worked six years for Walmart Discount City in Clinton, Warrensburg, and Sedalia. He was assistant manager of Walmart Discount City in Waterloo, Ill. He was a graduate of Clinton High School, where he was a member of the Decca Club and lettered three years in baseball and wrestling. Survivors include his mother and stepfather, Phyllis and Wolfgang A. Hazell of Clinton; a brother, Russell R. Plumlee, Independence; two sisters, Kelly Plumlee, Grandview, and Anita Cook, Independence; and a stepbrother, Mike Hazell, Fort Rucker, Alabama. Services will be Monday at the First Baptist Church, Clinton; burial in Parks Chapel Cemetery near Clinton.

PLUMLEE, Maxine L. BLEVENS
1925-2009
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 1 2009 - Maxine L. Plumlee, 83, Clinton, Missouri, died Monday, April 13, 2009 at Truman Medical Center-Lakewood, Lee's Summit. She was born on July 13, 1925, in Hemingford, Nebraska, the daughter of Lee and Sophia (Meyers) Blevens. Maxine was married to Phil Plumlee, who preceded her in death in 1975. She was a homemaker. She was a member of Parks Chapel Baptist Church. Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, Lee and Sophia Blevens; her stepson, Charles; three brothers, Lee Blevens, Don Blevens and Harold Blevens, and one sister, Phyllis Penell. She is survived by her two sons, Larry Plumlee and wife Shirley, Manhattan, Kansas, and Lynn Plumlee and wife Valarie, Overland Park, Kansas; three daughters, Lois Hale and husband Dan, and Rita Snider, both of Clinton, and Linda Ross and husband Kenny, Pleasant Hill; one brother, James Schmidt of Lake Orien, Michigan; one sister, Ann Givens and husband Ed, Dothan, Alabama, as well as 16 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Friday, April 17. Interment was in Parks Chapel Cemetery, rural Clinton.

PLUMLEE, Phillip
1855-1938
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, May 1938 - Phillip Plumlee died at the home of his son, D. C. Plumlee, south of Coal, 2:00 a.m., May 7, 1938. He had been ill since a stroke eight months previous which had occurred while he lived in Brownington. At that time, his son, D. C. took him to his home where he was given tender care. Mr. Plumlee was born April 7, 1855, in Howard County. He had lived in Cooper County from where they moved to near Finey in Henry county in 1900 where the Plumlee home had since been. He was united in marriage near Boonville, February 1877, to Miss Union Rhoden, known as "Unie," and of this union two children survive; D. C. Plumlee and Mrs. Victor Parks, Warsaw. There are 18 grandchildren and a number of great-grandchildren. He was an honorable and upright man; his word was as good as his bond. He had a large circle of acquaintance in and near Brownington where he loved to live and greet his friends each day. Since the death of his wife, 18 years ago, he had lived with a daughter, Mrs. Maude Boyles, until her death, then with Mrs. Parks until they moved away from Henry County. Mr. Plumlee then made his home for a time with his son-in-law, Henry Boyles, but had lived alone at the time of his stroke. He grieved over the death of their son, Charles, who, while serving his country in the World War, died and was buried in France. Mr. Plumlee was a member of the Christian church. Funeral services were conducted at the D. C. Plumlee home Sunday. Burial at Brownington cemetery beside his wife and daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Victor Parks and children, Verna and Lester, of Warsaw, were called to her brother's home and remained for the last rites.

PLUMLEE, Wilma Joann
1936-2009
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Wilma Joann Plumlee, age 72 of Clinton, Missouri passed away Thursday, June 18, 2009 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. Funeral services will be Monday, June 22, 2009 at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton with burial in Englewood Cemetery. Joann was born in Lowry City, Missouri. She worked as Head Teller for Farm and Home, Clinton, for 25 years before retiring in 1995. She was a member of Allen St. Baptist Church, V.F.W. Auxiliary, where she served as treasurer and she volunteered at the Senior Center. She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Violet Lebo Bunch and her stepfather Charley Hearn. She is survived by her husband, Jim of the home; her son, David Plumlee and wife, Bretta of Clinton, Missouri and her daughter, Wanda Quibell and husband, Jeff of Blue Springs, Missouri; two brothers, Willard Bunch and wife, Barbara of Kansas City, Missouri and Don Rader of Folsom, California; two granddaughters, Crystal Quibell and Ashley Quibell; as well as a number of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

PLUMLEY, Larry J.
1950-2008
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Larry J. Plumley, 58, of Clinton, Missouri, died Thursday, December 18, 2008 at St. Luke's Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri. He was born in Cherryvale, Kansas on September 4, 1950 to Wendell Quinton Plumley and Anna Maude (Osgood) Plumley. He grew to adulthood in Cherryvale. Following high school graduation in 1969, he enlisted in the United States Navy, serving four years active duty on the USS Midway CVA-41 Attack Carrier as a Machinist Mate 3rd Class E-4, with two six-month tours in Vietnam. Following active duty, he served eight years in the United States Naval Reserves. During his military service, Larry earned the National Defense Service Medal with two stars; the Vietnam Campaign Medal with device; Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal; Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal; and the Good Conduct Award. He was a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1894, Clinton. Larry's education included machine shop technology completed at Southeast Kansas Vo-Technical School, Coffeyville, Kansas; Associate degree in mid-management from Independence Kansas Community College; and a Business Management degree from Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg, Kansas. He was an ASME certified code high pressure welder and a member of the American Welding Society. Before moving to Clinton, he was employed as a line foreman with Haliburton in Coffeyville. He moved to Clinton in 1993 while assisting in the development of the American Power and Process Company, where he worked as their Quality Control and Weld Inspector. From 1997 until approximately 2004, he operated his own business, Fairlane Auto Paint and Upholstery. His specialty was the restoration of classic cars, in which he was a master, not only in auto body restoration, but in all aspects of mechanical repair of classic cars. Larry always took great pride in his work and was very conscientious about pleasing his customers. If it wasn't "right" he would make it "right". Larry's hobbies included classic car restoration; playing the five string banjo and guitar; camping, fishing, and canoeing. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was united in marriage to Linda Aery, on February 14, 1996. She survives of the home. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. In addition to his wife, survivors include a son, Scott Plumley and his companion Tracey Jameson, of Cherryvale, Kansas; a daughter Carrie Plumley of Palisades Park, New Jersey; two grandchildren, Dylan and Riley Jo Plumley of Cherryvale.; a brother Jerry Plumley of Independence, Kansas; two stepsons, Christopher Aery and Jason Aery and his companion Dedra Lewis, and their daughter Lilly Aery, all of Clinton. Preceding him in death were his parents; a brother Steven Plumley, and a sister Gretchen Plumley. Graveside services will be Tuesday, December 23, 2008 at the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PLUMLEY, Steven Ray
1948-2002
Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Dennis, Labette Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 5 2002 - Steven Ray Plumley, 53, rural Dennis, died Tuesday, May 28, 2002, at a hospital in Joplin where he had been a patient since May 9. Graveside services were Friday, May 31, at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, rural Dennis. Mr. Plumley was born August 30, 1948, at Independence, the son of Wendell and Anna (Osgood) Plumley. He graduated from Cherryvale High School in 1967 and he married Dareda Elliott on September 6, 1969, in Coffeyville. Mr. Plumley worked as a truck driver, a welder and a maintenance man in the area. In addition to his wife, survivors include a son, Darren Plumley, Erie; two brothers, Jerry Plumley, Cherryvale, and Larry Plumley, Clinton; a sister, Gretchen Plumley, Cherryvale. Potts Chapel of Cherryvale was in charge of arrangements.

PLUMMER Roland Ulysses "Butch"
1954-2010
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 27 2010 - Roland Ulysses "Butch" Plummer, age 56, of Warsaw, died on Friday, December 24, 2010 at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. Butch was born on May 26, 1954 in Hiawatha, KS, to his parents Wayne and Frieda "Lewis" Plummer. After school, he went to work as a Technician in the HVAC business. Butch had lived in Warsaw for 15 years. He loved his family, his friends, rock and roll and his antique car. Butch was preceded in death by his father. Survivors include his wife Sherri Pelsor of the home; his mother Frieda Brown and her husband Denny of Sedalia, MO; two daughters, Amie Allen and husband Brian of Sedalia, MO and Jolene Plummer of Lincoln, MO; three brothers, Ronald Plummer and wife Diane of Warsaw, MO, Gary Plummer and wife Leanne of Warsaw, MO and Danny Hoffman and wife Mary of Warsaw, MO; also, four grandchildren and one great grandchild. A visitation will be held at the Consalus Funeral Home of Clinton, on Thursday, December 30 with a service following. Following his service, as Butch requested, he will be cremated, then scattered at a later date.

PLUNKETT, Charles W.
1926-2005
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 6 2005 - Charles Plunkett, Lebanon and formerly of Clinton, died November 22, 2005, at the Veterans Home at Mt. Vernon. He attended grade school and high school in Clinton. He served in the Army Air Force as a gunner on B17s. He was later employed by the Rock Island and Union Pacific railroads. He also was employed by the Lebanon Chamber of Commerce. He is survived by his wfie, Lillian, of the home and one brother Jerry, Denver, Colorado. Hiis parents preceded him in death, as well as a younger brother Dale. Burial was at Lebanon.

POAGUE, Dorothy M. FARRIS BOX
1910-1994
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Dorothy M. Poague was born April 2, 1910, in Pettis county, the daughter of Frank E. and Valira Josephine (Watson) Farris. She died July 27, 1994, at the Bothwell Hospital in Sedalia, at the age of 84. She was married to Ernest E. Poague, who preceded her in death in 1980. She lived in Clinton for many years and worked at the Clinton General Hospital as a nurse for 22 years, moving to Sedalia in 1980. Her greatest joy and love was her children. She raised her children alone when times were hard. She was a very soft spoken and gentle person. Always kind and giving to those around her. She loved simple things, children, birds and flowers. She was a very hard working individual who always cared for other people. She is survived by one son, William E. Box, Kansas City; two daughters, Maxine Hinsley, Kansas City, and Carline Robertson, Sedalia; one stepson, Harold Gene Poague of Florida; 13 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great grandchildren. Funeral services were Saturday, July 30, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

POAGUE, Edith Elizabeth MILLS
1903-1995
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Funeral services for Edith Elizabeth Mills Poague were held Monday, June 5, 1995, at the Clinton United Methodist Church. Mrs. Poague died Saturday, June 3, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital at the age of 90. Mrs. Poague was the widow of well-known attorney and judge, Haysler Allen Poague who preceded her in death on January 31, 1982. She was a longtime member of the Clinton United Methodist Church. She is survived by a daughter, Peggy Bollin and husband Gene of Clinton; a granddaughter, Susan Burns Robinson and husband Wayne of Atlanta, Georgia; a great-granddaughter, Ann VonSchlegell of San Francisco, California, and a niece, Ann Park and husband Carl of Clinton.

POAGUE, Emma JOURNEY
1881-1940
McIntire Chapel Cemetery, Benton Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. John E. Poague, who had known but two homes in her long kindly life - that of her father, near Roseland, and that of her husband at Santiago, near Windsor, died about 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, 1940, the victim of double pneumonia that ran its sad course in just six days. Emma Journey was born April 15, 1881, in the Roseland community. She grew up a quiet, lovely girl and Sept. 19, 1900, became the wife of John Ernest Poague who took his bride to southeast of Windsor to the farm that remained their home and where he still resides. She had joined the Mt. Olivet Church as a girl and when she moved to her new home she changed her membership to the Harmony Baptist church, where she was a constant and devoted worker until her health failed some years ago. Three children were born o their union, a little daughter, dying in infancy and to whose grave she went daily for many years, and the son and daughter who survive. Mrs. C. C. Harrison of Clinton and E. E. Poague of Windsor. Three grandsons; two brothers, W. A. Journey of Hermitage and E. S. Journey of Chilhowee and two sisters, Mrs. Lula Gresham and Mrs. J. G. Twyman of Grand Junction, Colo., also survive. Mrs. Poague was a fine character, who modeled her gentle, devoted life after the teachings of the Master she so ardently served. She practiced her belief of saying nothing about people if it could not be kind and charitable. she enjoyed doing handwork being a fine seamstress, and took great pride in making lovely quilts, and keeping her home, which to her was of second importance to her church. She was a sweet mother and had the tender love of her children, having given unstinted care to her own beloved mother, who died in her arms, and the shock of whose death was a grief from which she never fully recovered. Mrs. Poague was for years a teacher in the Harmony Baptist Church school and conducted many teacher training classes there. She served the W.M.U. as its county president several years and was active in other phases of church work. Funeral services were at the Harmony Church Wednesday, with burial following at McIntires' Chapel.

POAGUE, Frances SPANGENBERG
1901-1972
Frances Spangenberg Poague was born in Benton County, June 16, 1901 near Windsor, Mo, the oldest daughter of the late Earl Teasdale and Lucy Catherine Calbert Spangenberg. She departed this life January 31, 1972 at the Bothwell Hospital, Sedalia, Mo. following a stroke which she suffered on January 20th. Mrs. Poague was educated in the Benton and Henry County public schools; was graduated from Windsor High School in 1919, attended Stephens College in Columbia, Mo and Central Missouri State College at Warrensburg She taught school for many years, several of which were in Lincoln school system. Previous to her marriage she served as superintendent of the Santiago High School for three years. On May 22, 1926 she was united in marriage to John Rinard Poague, and to this union two sons were born, John Rinard Poague Jr. of Bellvue Washington and Robert Earl Poague of Kansas City, MO. She and Mr. Poague made their home on a farm six miles west of Lincoln. They have resided there since. Ms. Poague was an accomplished musician, possessed a beautiful singing voice and used her talents for others until she suffered her first coronary thrombosis in 1954. Since that time she has been confined to a wheelchair. Nevertheless, she bore her handicap well and by her great determination was able to do much of her housework. She possessed a strong personality, enjoyed many friendships, and took an active interest in all community affairs. She was a member of the Lincoln United Methodist Church and the Rebekah Lodge. Surviving are their two sons, 6 grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. Ernestine Breshears of Burbank, California. She was proceeded in death by her parents. Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon, February 4, at the Fred Davis Chapel.

POAGUE, Henry Fewel
1868-1939
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Henry F. Poague, well known attorney in Clinton and Henry County for almost a half century, died at his home, 207 North Washington street, at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 18, 1939. Mr. Poague, whose health had not been good the past few years, contracted a cold October 12, which had help him at home several days. Neither he nor his family realized that his condition was serious until late Wednesday afternoon, when about 3:45 a blood clot formed and death laid its hand on the shoulder of the devoted father, fond husband and good citizen. His death was without pain or suffering and his family was with him, as he would have wished, for one of the finest things in his life, that was replete with many admirable traits, was the great esteem in which he was held by his family and the pride and pleasure he found in his children. Henry Fewel Poague, son of Kentucky parents who came to Missouri in 1858, settling in Benton County, after short residences in Lafayette and Johnson counties, where they were substantial farmers, was born March 17, 1868, near Ft. Lyon in Benton Co. As a boy about 16, he left school to help manage the farm of his widowed mother. He was ambitious to continue his schooling and having settled his mind on the law, saved his means to that end and in 1892 graduated from the law school of the Missouri University and passed his state bar examinations. Returning to Benton County, he resumed farming for a year, after which he came with his beloved brother, the late Dr. S. A. Poague, to Henry County and settled in Clinton. They began their professional practices side by side, and this close fraternal bond was broken by the death of Dr. Poague in 1935. August 25, 1895, Mr. Poague and Miss Hattie Haysler, daughter of C. H. Haysler, prominent Clintonian and business man, were married and established their home in Clinton. She survives with their two children, Judge Haysler Allen Poague and Mrs. R. S. Hollingsworth of Clinton, also two grandchildren, Miss Peggy Poague and little Ann Hollingsworth; also two brothers, Fred Poague of Greeley, Colo.; Will R. Poague; one sister, Mrs. Lawrence Crotty, of Clinton. Mr. Poague was an ardent and unswerving Democrat, who moulded many opinions of those he contacted and offered wise counsel in party politics. For many years he was the country chairman of his party and also Democratic chairman of the Sixth Congressional and the 29th Judicial District. For four terms, he served his county as prosecuting attorney, meting out justice with office and wisdom and tempering always the stern interpretations of the law by his dominant humanity, whenever it was possible, especially toward young offenders. He realized the crippling burden of debt carried by Henry County in the heavy railroad bonds that had drained their surplus for years. So advising with the county court he worked out a financial plan whereby the bonds might be retired, and no man felt more satisfaction in that historic bonfire, when the bonds were burned, after payment, than he. But farther reaching still was the effecting of his financing idea, for from it grew the budget system of Henry County. It was further said by various officers in the state that he could handle more prosecutions with better success and less criminal cost than any man holding the office, yet was brief and rigorous at all times. Mr. Poague was also active in other phases of community life. He was a member of the Christian Church, a Mason, and held memberships in the W.O.W. and Modern Woodmen. For many years in addition to his law practice, Mr. Poague handled much real estate, and over a long period was associated in these transactions with Frank Carter, now living in the Rio Grande Valley,m Texas. He was a man of excellent business judgement and through the years accumulated considerable property. An able lawyer and fine counsellor, Henry Poague was ever known as a kindly, charitable man, moderate of speech and softly spoken, ready to excuse his fellowman for any shortcoming or foible and was generously disposed toward all. The flag at the courthouse was at half mast in honor of Mr. Poague Friday and funeral services were at the Christian Church on Friday.

POAGUE, Jean Woolfolk LIPPINCOTT
1909-1999
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Jean Lippincott Poague, 90, Clinton, died Friday, February 19, 1999, at Westwood Nursing Home in Clinton. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, February 23, at the Consalus Chapel in Clinton. Entombment will be at Englewood Cemetery in Clinton. Mrs. Poague was born January 18, 1909, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Benjamin Harris and Mary Ellen (Ragland) Lippincott. She married Henry Frederick Poague on March 26, 1933, and had lived in the area since that time. Mr. Poague preceded her in death on May 30, 1971. She is survived by two great-nephews, J. O. Heigel, Leawood, Kansas, and Wayde Heigel, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and one great-niece, Christina Bailey, Evergreen, Colorado.

POAGUE, John Henry
1885-1962
Rose Hills Memorial Park, Whittier, Los Angeles Co, CA
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Jun 14 1962 - John Henry Poague, better known as "Farmer" Poague, for many years a Deepwater area resident, died April 22, 1962 at his home at Monrovia, Ca. He was born Feb. 21, 1885 at Brownington the son of Henry and Rebecca Poague. Mr. Poague was united in marriage to Miss Nellie Etter and two daughters and a son were born of this union. Funeral services were held Wednesday, April 25 at Temple and LaGorge Chapel at Monrovia, Ca., with burial at Rose Hill Memorial Park in Whittier, Ca. He is survived by his wife of the home, his children and many other relatives and friends. He was an uncle of Mrs. Thelma Henderson and brother-in-law of Mrs. Jack Poague of Clinton.

POAGUE, Robert Earl
1929-1992
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Robert Earl Poague, 62, of Oakwood Park in Clay County, Kansas City, died October 2, 1992 at Research Medical Center, following surgery. He was born near Lincoln, October 5, 1929, son of the late Rinard and Frances Poague. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School. On September 16, 1949 he married Betty Lou Radke of Stover, who preceded him in death May 19, 1992. Mr. Poague was a truck driver for ABF freight System, Inc. for 25 years. He was a Navy veteran of the Korean War. He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Jarchow-Schroeder Post of the American Legion, a life member of the good Sam Camper Club and a member of the Camping World. Survivors include a son, Robert e. Poague Jr., of Norfolk, Va.; three daughters, Beverly Cook of the home, Brenda Snell, Kansas City, and Barbara Colli of Wahiawa, Hawaii; a brother, John R. Poague Jr. of Bellevue, Washington and five grandchildren. Memorial services were conducted October 6, at the Jarchow-Schroeder American Legion Post in Kansas City. The body was cremated.

POAGUE, Samuel Allen Dr.
1865-1935
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - With the passing of Dr. S. A. Poague at his home on East Clinton street Saturday night, at 7:40, the life thread of the oldest and one of the best loved doctors of the community was cut. He had been confined to his bed for the past two weeks and continued to gradually lose strength and consciousness until he slipped away from his children, brothers, sister and other relatives who were there in silent sorrow to attest the unifying love that marks their family. Dr. Poague had not been well since the motor car accident of January 28, 1934, on the highway halfway between Montrose and Deepwater, when his wife was killed and he seriously hurt. After two weeks in bed at that time, he rallied and was up again, at his office and practiced as before but the hurt coupled together with the grief he bore were too much for his strength and years and he gradually failed until death claimed him Saturday. Samuel Allen Poague was born May 10, 1865, near Ft. Lyon, Benton County, of a fine line of ancestry that gave him as a rightful heritage splendid qualities of character and mind that made him the upright citizen whose death is deeply felt in both Clinton and Henry County. His parents were Eliza Christian Keller and George Samuel Poague of Ashland, Ky., who was a son of Nancy Allen Frame and Thomas Hoge Poague, son of Major George Poague, born in Augusta County, Virginia, descendant of General John Poague born in Ireland, 1726, who when coming to America settled near Staunton, Virginia. Dr. Poague, fourth son of his parents, was the oldest boy at home when his father died but he had made up his mind to become a doctor and with this purpose definitely fixed started as a lad of seventeen on his university course at Columbia, Mo. After his first winter he taught the next at Lincoln, Benton County, going back to the State University and then teaching a year at Roseland, before resuming his studies and finishing at Columbia. He then went to St. Louis to the Marian Sims Medical School, now a part of the St. Louis University, where he completed his medical education. Selecting Clinton as a town with a future he came here in the fall of 1891 and began his practice as a partner of the late Dr. Holcomb. They had their office in the Britts building on Franklin street across from the Cozart. Not long after this his mother, sister, Hattie, and brother, William Rhea, came to Clinton and made their home on the Blackford property on the hill, two blocks east of the old Barnhart nurseries. Here and later on East Ohio Dr. Poague also lived until his marriage June 1, 1904, to Ethel Edna Baugh in St. Louis. For a year they made their home over the old diamond block drug store, then he bought the frame cottage at 105 East Clinton street where they continued to live, remodelling it into the handsome English style home it is today. Here their two children, Martha Christina, now Mrs. James Omer Smith and Henry Frederick, were born and reared and now make their home. Dr. Poague was an indulgent father, providing liberally for his children in whom he took great pleasure and pride. Older residents will recall when he, after Dr. Holcomb's death, had his office over Ed Neal's drug store on the east side of the square and later with the late Dr. B. B. Barr on the second floor of the building, north side square occupied today by the J. L. Goss Clothing Company. After some years he moved to the diamond block where he shared his office rooms with the late Dr. Gibbins and managed the Diamond block Drug and Mercantile Company, a joint enterprise with his brother, Henry Poague, which included the old Poague drug store, fountain and large jewelry stock; a second building east with groceries, work clothes and general merchandise; and a third room with pianos, musical instruments and the first Victrolas ever sold in town while on the curb outside was also the first gasoline pump in Clinton. This business was dissolved and in 1918 Dr. Poague bought a building on the south side of the square to which he moved his drug store and established his office on the second floor. Here his son, Henry Frederick Poague was associated with him until they sold out to Mrs. Webb in 1930. In the death of this good doctor, passes a type of the old fashioned country physician whose practice necessitated countless trips, day or night, on all kinds of roads in any sort of weather. And when the call came, the house was never too humble, the distance too great or night too bad for him to respond and give the aid only the beloved family physician could render. He was gentle and kind with understanding sympathy for the suffering he labored most of his life to alleviate. He was unselfish and generous, often asking little or nothing for services rendered, but giving them with like consideration for all. Of his kind acts for the poor and unfortunate many are known and more have passed with him into silence but countless grateful hearts remain to attest his loving kindness. He belonged to the Christian church and the Modern Woodmen; and was for some years a member of the school board; and served two terms as mayor, 1928-32, being chosen to represent his party as the strongest candidate it boasted. He was nominated and then informed of the action by his party, and true to its expectations carried it to success. His memory will ever be green in the hearts of his fellowmen and family for the good he did lives after him. He is survived by his daughter, Mrs. James Omer Smith; his son, Henry Frederick Poague; an only sister, Mrs. Lawrence Crotty; two brothers, Henry Fewel Poague and William Rhea Poague, all of Clinton, and one older brother, Frederick Cary Poague, of Greeley, Colo., who was not able to attend the funeral service; also Tommy Poague of Clinton, a member of the family since a young child.

POAGUE, Thomas Cude
1886-1936
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Scrapbook - Tommie Poague, as he was familiarly known to the whole community, reached the close of his earthly journey, Easter Sunday, April 12, at 2:20 p.m. Monday, April 6th, about 7 p.m. he was stricken with a blood clot on the brain and his entire right side was paralyzed. For two days he remained unconscious, then seemed to rally, and recognized members of his family and though he was unable to speak, showed by his eyes and movements of the left hand the gratitude he felt for their ministrations and the love he bore them all. His strength gradually became less and he sank into oblivion with ease and without pain. Thomas Cude Poague was born December 13, 1886, at Ft. Smith, Ark., and in January 1893, was adopted by Mrs. Eliza C. Poague, making his home on the Poague farm in eastern Henry and western Benton counties, the line running through the farm. He was educated in the Clinton schools and became so endeared to all the family of his adoption by his industry, pleasant disposition and amenable nature, that he was like a real brother to his foster sister and brothers. October 28, 1914, he and Miss Ruth Greenhalge were united in marriage. Theirs was a perfect union, each unselfishly devoted to the other and with all interests and pleasures the same. Tom Poague was one of those exceptional characters who radiated to the world the sunshine that was always in his heart. He shared the joy he felt in every day living with each person he contacted and left that person better for the association. He knew the art of being happy today, he did not wait until tomorrow. From the day he first came to Clinton with his sick mother, who was on her way to her childhood home in Indiana, but who died within two weeks, leaving the little lad homeless, his life was a blessing to all who shared theirs with him. His devotion to "Grandma" Poague was beautiful to see and the warmth of his sunny soul and genuine smile illuminated his own life and reflected itself in that of others. Being a natural mechanic, Tom first found work with the Clinton Gas and Water company, in the gas department, where he was ever courteous and efficient. Following a change in ownership he went into the plumbing business and by his conscientious and excellent work was depended upon by many home owners to do all their plumbing. In 1930 he bought a home site south of Clinton on Highway 13, and each year he and his wife added some improvement to the pretty cottage they erected there, or to the yard to make it more home like and comfortable. Ever industrious and hard working he filled all his waking hours with activity, going beyond his strength in the opinion of his doctors. He was a member of the Franklin street Methodist Church and his life extolled his Christian character. He belonged to the W.O.W. fraternal order, where he will also be greatly missed. He is survived by his widow, H. F. and w. R. Poague and Mrs. Lawrence Crotty, all of Clinton. The funeral services were conducted at the Franklin Street Methodist Church on Tuesday. Consalus and Peck in charge.

POE, Mary Louise RICHARDSON
1930-1991
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mary Louise Poe, 61, Sedalia, did Sunday morning, August 18, 1991 at her home. She was born July 12, 1930, in Ames, Iowa, daughter of Harry and Ruby Briley Richardson. On January 14, 1949, in Leavenworth, Ks., she married Dean Poe, who died March 28, 1980. Mrs. Poe was a 1948 graduate of Warsaw High School. She lived in Virginia after her marriage, moving to Sedalia in 1989. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Virginia. Survivors include two sons, Wesley D. Poe, Hampton, Va.; Gary L Poe, Fairbanks, Alaska; a daughter Rita Downs, Sedalia; three brothers, Stanley Richardson and Steele Richardson, both of Kansas City, Harry Richardson, Texas; four sisters, Medea Yacht, Nancy Kirk and Betty Byrum, all of Kansas City, Nora Sayer, Holden; and nine grandchildren.

POGUE, George Robert
1907-2004
Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 15 2004 - George Robert Pogue, 96, Brownington, died Saturday, June 12, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. He was born December 3, 1907, in Henry County, the son of George Washington and Myrtle Anna (Boyd) Pogue. On February 22, 1930, he married Muriel Huey Pogue, who died July 31, 1999, after 69 years of marriage. He is survived by his sons, Edwin H. Pogue and wife Delores, Clinton, and James Pogue and wife Kay, Brownington; his daughters, Doris Ogan and husband Carl, Independence, and Nancy Knisely and husband Lowell, Independence; his brothers-in-law, Bobie Hayse and William Graham, both of Clinton; his sisters-in-law, Jewell Huey, Kennewick, Washington, and Ivonne Huey, Clinton; his 11 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife he was preceded in death by one infant son, Marion Eugene Pogue; two brothers, Loyd and Omer Pogue, and one sister Edith Pogue. He was baptized September 20, 1931, into the Bethlehem Baptist church where he became deacon in the summer of 1933. After the closing of the Bethlehem Baptist Church, he moved his membership to the Brownington Baptist Church where he also served as deacon and Sunday School superintendent. He spent many years farming. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 16, at Brownington Baptist Church. Interment will be in Bethlehem Cemetery of Henry County.

POGUE, Harry Lindsay "Jack"
1880-1947
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Apr 10 1947 - Funeral services for the late Harry L. (Jack) Pogue were held Saturday at the Christian Church. Burial was in Englewood. Harry Lindsey Pogue, who was called by his many friends "Jack" was born July 28, 1880, in Henry County, the son of Henry and Rebecca Marshall Pogue, pioneer residents of Henry County. He was married to Miss Stella Abney near Clinton on March 11, 1903, who survives him with their only daughter, Mrs. Thelma Henderson. He also leaves one brother, John Pogue of Eldorado, Kans. and one sister, Mrs. John Vermillion of Independence, Mo. Mr. Pogue was converted thirty-six years and was baptised in the LaDue Christian Church by Rev. A. N. Lindsey. He kept his membership there until Easter Sunday, 1946, when he moved his membership with his immediate family to the First Christian Church of Clinton. Mr. Pogue lived in Deepwater for 25 years, where he operated a garage filling station combined with a lunch counter. He and his family moved to Clinton, September 9, 1944. He was well known all over the county and had many friends, who will mourn his untimely passing. Frank, Abney, Billings, Mont., Pearl Abney, Canyon City, Colorado, are here to be with their sister and a nephew of Mrs. Pogue's, Harry Abney, who has been released from the Navy after 23 years services and has been with the family for the past month, will be here for some time.

POGUE, Muriel Oletha HUEY
1907-1999
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Muriel Oletha Huey was born November 4, 1907, in the Bethlehem community in Henry County and died July 31, 1999, at the Golden Valley Hospital. She was the second of nine children born to Herman and Alice Bailey Huey. She became a born-again Christian at the age of 14 and joined the Bethlehem Baptist Church, where her parents and grandparents were members. Before her marriage, she worked at the Lawrence Brown Factory in Clinton and for a short time at the Woolworth Department Store in Kansas City. On February 22, 1930, she was united in marriage to George Robert Pogue. To this union five children were born; Marion Eugene, Edwin Howard, Doris Irene, Nancy Darlene and James Allen. Preceding her in death were her parents; one infant son, Marion Eugene Pogue; her sister, Mildred Fellhauer; brothers, Gene Huey, Robert Huey, Elmer Huey; an infant brother, Earl Huey, and twin brother and sister, Burnice Graham and Buford Huey. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, George Pogue of the home; two sons, Edwin Pogue and wife, Delores of Clinton and James Pogue and wife, Kay of Brownington; also two daughters, Doris Ogan and husband Carl of Independence and Nancy Knisely and husband Lowell, also of Independence. Also surviving are 11 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren; a sister, Margaret Hayse and husband Bobby of Clinton; two sisters-in-law, Ivonne Huey of Clinton and Jewell Huey of Kennewick, Washington; a brother-in-law, Bill Graham of Clinton and many nieces, nephews and friends. Muriel was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and an honest and devoted Christian, who taught Sunday School for many years. She was so proud of her children, Edwin, Doris, Nancy and Jim; her daughters-in-law, Delores and Kay, and her sons-in-law, Carl and Lowell. She had a great love for her parents and her husband's parents and took care of them in her home in their later years. She loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and so enjoyed having them visit. She was extremely close to her brothers and sisters. Muriel lived her life with love, hope, strength and patience and with total trust in God. At the time of her passing, she was a member of the Brownington Baptist Church.

POINDEXTER, Betty June CLEVELAND
1925-2003
Osceola Cemetery, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 25 2003 - Betty June Poindexter, 78, Clinton, died Tuesday, September 23, 2003, at Westwood Nursing Center. Graveside services will be held Saturday, September 27, at the Osceola Cemetery. She was born June 13, 1925, in St. Clair County, daughter of Grover and Marjorie Leonhart Cleveland. She was a member of Northeast Baptist Church. Survivors include on son, Ernest L. Gordon, Independence, one daughter, Wanda Raymond and husband, Kenneth Dale, Lowry City; four grandchildren, Shelly Mazurek and husband, Dave, Holts Summit, Jason Raymond and wife, Laura, Seguin, Texas, Tracy Vaughn and husband John, Osceola, Eric Gordon, Lee's Summit; 10 great-grandchildren; a special niece, Kay Hart, and husband Bill, Clinton; plus other nieces, nephews and friends.

POINDEXTER, Gerald E.
1937-2008
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Gerald E. Poindexter, age 70 of Deepwater, Missouri passed away Saturday, March 8, 2008 at Golden Living Center-Westwood, Clinton. Funeral services will be Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton with burial in Deepwater Cemetery, Deepwater, Missouri. Gerald was born in Kansas City, Missouri. He was a meat cutter before retiring 5 years ago. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army. He was a member of the Deepwater Boat Ramp. He is survived by one daughter, Elisha Swetman of Clinton, Missouri; one son, Chad Poindexter of Maysville, Missouri; one brother, Richard Byron Poindexter of Calhoun, Missouri; five grandchidren Nathan Poindexter, Kiley Poindexter, Tonja DeBold, Sheena Sartain and Josh Sartain and six great grandchildren, Taylor, Shealee, Emilee, Gage, Dillon and Gavin.

POINTER, Margaret M.
d: 1848
Saturday Morning Visitor, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO, Dec 2 1848 - Died in this city on Friday night, the 24th ult. after an illness of about 2 weeks, Mrs. Margaret M., aged -- years, consort of James R. Pointer, M.D.

POINTER, Phyllis Jean
abt 1933-2007
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 12 2007 - Phyllis Jean Pointer, 74, formerly of Clinton, died Sunday, February 11, 2007, at Middle Tennessee Medical Center, Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Among survivors is her son David Scott Pointer of Murfreesboro. Arrangements are incomplete.

POISAL, Donald Leroy
1924-1997
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Donald Leroy Poisal of Garden City was born December 17, 1924, near Garden City, the son of James Alvin and Walla Emma (Ulbrich) Poisal. He died Wednesday, November 12, 1997, at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, at the age of 72 years, 10 months and 25 days. On May 29, 1971, Don was united in marriage to Laura Marie Spencer in Clinton. Don was a farmer and later he owned and operated the Garden City Food Locker. He was employed at Stahl Specialty Company in Kingsville and was custodian for the Garden City School and later for the Sherwood Elementary School until his retirement in 1990. He was a faithful member of the Garden City United Methodist Church and was a former member of the Board of Trustees and the Administration Board and was an adult Sunday School teacher for many years. He was a lifelong resident of Garden City and was a handyman to many people in the community. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Gordon; three half-brothers, Dan, George and Alvin, and a half-sister, Alice. He is survived by his wife, Laura M. Poisal, of the home; three sons, Virgil Poisal, Harrisonville, Melvin Poisal and Alvin Poisal, both of Garden City; three daughters, Janice Brindle, Belton, Holly Morris, Creighton, and Kathy Ruff, Garden City; 15 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a brother, John Poisal, Creighton; a sister, Bettie Hampton, Garden City; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, November 15, at the Garden City United Methodist Church. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery.

POISAL, Laura Marie SPENCER
1929-2006
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 22 2006 - Laura Marie Poisal was born October 17, 1929, in Wheatland, the daughter of Delbert Franklin and Laura Adeline (Suffal) Spencer. She died Wednesday, March 1, 2006, at Westwood Nursing Center, Clinton. On May 29, 1971, Laura was united in marriage to Donald Leroy Poisal in Clinton. Laura was employed by Anderson's Chicken House, the Railroad and Union's. She retired from Clearfield Cheese after 25 years of employment. She was a member of the Church of Christ, Clinton, since 1967 and also attended the Methodist Church of Garden City during her married years. Laura enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening with her husband, embroidering, making quilts, being outside and watching nature, cooking and children. Preceding her in death were her parents; husband Donald; three brothers, Lee Spencer, Richard Spencer and Raymond Spencer; two sisters, Maxine Bennink and Dorothy Spencer. Survivors include three sons, Virgil Poisal and wife Sharon, Harrisonville, Melvin Poisal and wife Shirley, Alvin Poisal and wife Connie, all of Garden City; three daughters, Jan Brindle and husband Jim, Belton, Holly Morris, Creighton, Kathy Bunch and husband Blaine, Garden City; one sister Gertrude Cox, Clinton; three sisters-in-law, Charlotte Spencer, Deepwater, Bettie Hampton, Garden City, Margaret Poisal, Creighton; 15 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; three nieces, Becky Blevins, Lowry City, Marty Parmalee, Clinton, and Tonya Campbell, Chilhowee; other numerous nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. Services were March 6 at Consalus Funeral Home. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens.

POLING, Daniel Jay "Dan" Sr.
1935-2006
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 30 2006 - Daniel Jay "Dan" Poling Sr., Aurora, formerly of Clinton, died Monday, August 28, 2006, at his home. He was born June 9, 1935, in Fairmont, West Virginia, to Rea Leon and Hazel Francis Morse Poling. He retired from the Air Force and was proudly honored with Airman of the Month during his service time. On June 9, 1985, he married Charlene Miller in Clinton and they renewed their vows one year ago in the Aurora Bible Church, where he attended. She survives of the home. Additional survivors are two sons, Edward Poling and Daniel Poling Jr.; two daughters, Michelle Marsh, all of Clinton, and Elizabeth Gregory, Aurora; four stepsons, Charles Watts, Texas, Timothy Watts, Arizona, Eddie Watts and Michael Newman, Oklahoma; one stepdaughter Valerie Schnell, aurora; three sisters, Virginia Foster, Clinton, Rita Orton, Las Vegas, Diana King, Deepwater; 21 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. His parents, one daughter Patricia Ann; one brother Edward; sister Betty, and grandson, Dakota, preceded him in death. Memorial services under the direction of the Crafton-Cantrell Funeral Home are Wednesday evening in the Aurora Bible Church.

POLLAK, Carl
1848-1902
Hebrew Union Cemetery, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, May 10 1902 - Carl Pollock took his life by hanging Tuesday morning, in the rear end of his brother Joe Pollock's vacant store on the north side. His lifeless body was cut down by the sheriff and taken to Kitchen's undertaking establishment. No cause is assigned to the rash act. He was 52 and unmarried. He was buried in the Jewish cemetery at Sedalia.

POLLAK, Jacob
1808-1887
Hebrew Union Cemetery, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
Clinton MO 1887 - It is with sadness we are called on to chronicle the death of a former citizen of Clinton, Jacob Pollock, who died at this home in Holden Monday afternoon. In October, 1882, Mr. Pollock came to Clinton from Prague, Bohemia, and after remaining one year, removed to Holden with his daughter, Mrs. Barney Sterne. He was born January 27, 1808 and was educated in a Jewish theological school at Prague and officiated over 40 years as Rabii in his native country. He leaves five boys and one girl. Three of the boys are still in their native country, while Joseph is one of our most successful clothing merchants, assisted by his brother, Carl. Mrs. Sterne is the wife of Barney Sterne, the successful Holden clotheir. Those present from this city were Joseph and Carl Pollock, sons, and grandson, Albert; Mike Bierman, J. L. Cohn, Ben Adler and Jacob Goldsmith. Remains were laid to rest in the Jewish cemetery in Sedalia, after a brief internment.

POLLARD, David Ares Dr.
1866-1952
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Oct 30 1952 - David Ares Pollard was born in Clayton, Adams County, Ill., May 27, 1866, and died at his home in Calhoun, Tuesday, Oct. 21, 1952 at the age of 86 years, 4 months and 24 days. The son of elder W. J. and Martha Pollard, he was one of a family of eight children. He grew to manhood in Buchanan County, near St. Joseph, where he later attended medical college. He began practicing medicine in 1889, in the state of Arkansas. In 1895 he came to Lewis Station. In 1897 he was married to Erma Wiley, who preceded him in death. In 1889 h went to Barnard, Missouri, where he practiced until 1914. He then moved to Calhoun where he spent the greater part of his life. In all, he spent 57 years in the medical profession. Dr. Pollard was a member of the Baptist church and was a Scottish-Rite Mason. He served as mayor of Calhoun and was County Representative in the State Legislature three terms. In 1929 he was married to Hazel Housey, who survives him. Also surviving are a son, Leland; a daughter, Mrs. Forest Egbert; a granddaughter; three brothers, many nephews and nieces, and a host of friends. A son Claude, preceded him in death in 1945. Funeral services were conducted at the Baptist Church in Calhoun, Thursday, Oct. 23. Interment was in Calhoun Cemetery.

POLLARD, Erma Ann WILEY
1878-1928
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Again Death's Angel has taken from among us a good wife and a loving mother, Mrs. Pollard, wife of Dr. D. A. Pollard. Mrs. Pollard had been in failing health for some time and death came to her, Saturday, July 14, at 1:50 a.m. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Methodist church. Erma Ann Wiley was born February 17, 1878, near Lewis Station, Mo., and passed this life July 14, 1928, aged 50 years, 4 months, and 27 days. She united with the Drakes Chapel Methodist church at an early age. On June 13, 1897, she was united in marriage with David Ares Pollard, and to this union two children were born, Leland and Mary Helen. Most of her life was spent around Calhoun, with the exception of about 10 years which she spent at Barnard, Mo. For the past two years Mrs. Pollard had been in very poor health, but only for the past four weeks has she been bedfast. The Eastern Star lodge marched from their hall to the church, and from the church to the cemetery to pay its last respect to its departed member. The beautiful floral offerings from the family, relatives and friends were token of love and esteem for the deceased. She was also a member of the Rebeka Lodge. She is survived by her husband, two children, and a stepson, Claude of Kansas City; also her mother, Mrs. Emma Wiley, a sister, Mrs. W. C. Maupin, and a host of relatives and friends.

POLLARD, Hazel A. WARREN
1920-2015
Hazel A. Pollard, age 95 years, of Clinton passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation, Clinton, Missouri. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 7, 2015 at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation. Hazel was born in Saline County, Missouri the daughter of Sherman and Elsie M. (Carver) Warren.  She lived on a farm in Green Ridge all her life until 2005.  Hazel worked as a bookkeeper for Stevenson Tractor Company in Sedalia for over 40 years.  She enjoyed fishing and hunting mushrooms and arrowheads. Hazel was preceded in death by her parents, and her brother, Gordon E. Warren. She is survived by her daughter, Alice Lower and husband Kent of Clinton, Missouri; two grandchildren, Jennifer Blanchard and Robb Lower and wife Leslie; three great-grandchildren, Trey Blanchard, Miranda Blanchard, and Kent Jeffery Lower; and two cousins, Elwood Carver of Independence, Missouri and Bobby Carver of Slater, Missouri.

POLLARD, Hazel Alice WARREN
1920-2015
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 24 2015 - Hazel A. Pollard, 95, Clinton, died Tuesday, March 3, 2015, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation, Clinton. Hazel was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Gorden E. Warren. She is survived by her daughter, Alice Lower and husband, Kent, Clinton; two grandchildren, Jennifer Blanchard and Robb Lower and wife, Leslie; three great-grandchildren, Trey Blanchard, Miranda Blanchard and Kent Jeffery Lower, and two cousins, Elwood Carver of Independence and Bobby Carver of Slater. A memorial service was held Saturday, March 7, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehab. Inurnment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

POLLARD, Henry P.
1814-1891
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye - Died, Henry Pollard. A telegram was received Monday from Joplin, announcing that he had dropped dead there. He was the father of Mrs. W. B. Calvird. Born in North Carolina, was 76, and was in the hotel and livery business in Clinton a number of years ago. Leaves a wife and three children. Remains brought here and funeral at the Calvird residence, with burial in Englewood.

POLLARD, Leland Monroe
1904-1961
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Mar 2 1961 - Last rites for Leland M. Pollard, 56, Kansas City, who died Feb. 24, at Kansas City General Hospital, were conducted Feb. 26, at the Calhoun Methodist Church. Leland Monroe Pollard, son of Dr. D. A. and Irma Pollard, was born in Barnard, Mo., July 6, 1904. At an early age he came with his parents to Calhoun where he spent the greater part of his life. He graduated from Clinton High School in 1923 and later attended Maryville State College. He was a veteran of World War II, and a member of the Calhoun Methodist Church. For the past 10 years he had lived in Kansas City. Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Mary Helen Egbert, Kansas City, and an aunt, Mrs. Lelia Maupin, Gruver, Tex.

POLLARD, Lucinda J.
1824-1893
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Henry County Republican, Clinton MO, Thursday, Feb 9 1893 - Died at the home of her daughter Mrs. W. B. Calvird on last Sunday morning February 5th, Mrs. Lucinda Pollard aged sixty nine years. Mrs. Pollard was born in Washington, D.C. in the year 1824 and removed to Missouri with her parents when a young lady, since which time she has been a resident of Southwest Missouri. For some time Mrs. Pollard had been an invalid but with Christian fortitude she bore her affliction. She was a member of the M. E. Church, South, at which place the funeral services took place Monday afternoon, and the remains interred at Englewood cemetery.

POLLARD, Lucinda Jane KEATON
1824-1893
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Saturday, Feb 11 1893 - Died on Sunday morning, Mrs. Lucinda Jane Pollard at the home of her daughter in this city, Mrs. W. B. Calvird, aged 69 years. For 20 years or more she has been a member of the M. E. church south, and a lady loved by all who knew her. Monday afternoon the funeral services were held at the Franklin street church, after which the remains were buried in Englewood beside her husband who preceded her to that better world March, 1891.

POLLARD, Melchisedeck E.
1833-1890
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Saturday, May 3 1890 - M. E. Pollard died yesterday morning at five o'clock, at his home in this city, aged 57 years. About two weeks ago he fell down a flight of stairs in St. Louis, and the injury received resulted in his death. He was a native of Virginia, and has been a resident of Clinton three or four years, and was highly respected by all.

POLLARD, Russell
1919-2003
Highland Cemetery, Iola, Allen Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 19 2003 - Russell Pollard, 83, Iola, Kansas, died Tuesday, February 18, 2003, at his home. He was born March 12, 1919, on a farm near Eolia, the son of Lewis R. and Alice M. Sanderson Pollard. He worked for a construction company in New Hampshire before serving with the U.S. Army during WWII. He worked construction for the federal government in Washington and Idaho before moving to Kansas where he worked for Reno Construction and Ashland Oil before retiring. He was a member of the Grace Baptist Church and conducted church services at area nursing homes for many years. She was survived by one daughter, Alice Marie Lower, Clinton; one sister, Polly Reed of Louisiana, Missouri; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services will be Thursday, February 20, at Grace Baptist Church, Iola, with burial in the American Legion Lot in Highland Cemetery.

POLLOCK, Janie Elizabeth ALBIN
1902-1993
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Janie Elizabeth Pollock was born March 22, 1902 in Clinton, the daughter of Louie B. and Caroline (Smith) Albin. She passed away January 6, 1993 at Golden Valley Hospital at the age of 90. Janie was married to Homer Pollock, January 8, 1924. They lived in Kansas City for many years, where Janie was a housewife and Homer was a conductor for the Santa Fe Railroad. After 35 years with the railroad, Homer retired and he and Janie returned to Clinton in April of 1964. Homer preceded her in death in 1973. She is survived by a sister-in-law, Mary Pollock of Clinton; three nieces, Elaine Kreissler of Clinton, Maxine Wilmarth of Blue Springs, and Carolyn Hubbard of Jenner, California; two nephews, Kenneth Carleton of Bolivar, and Charles Albin of California. She was preceded in death by her husband Homer; one sister Edith Carleton and one brother Lester Albin. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Clinton. Funeral services were Friday, January 8, 1993 at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Englewood.

POLLOCK, Laura Ellen POLLOCK
1854-1937
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. W. T. Pollock, mother of Miss Mary Pollock, dear and gracious little old lady, who had made her home in Clinton almost a quarter of a century and had lived well into her 83rd year, went out to meet her Maker at 4:35 a. m. Wednesday, October 13, with the serene smile of the early dawn upon her gentle face. She had been delicate for some years but six months ago became confined to her bed from which she never rose, held by age and general infirmities. Last Friday however she contracted bronchial pneumonia and never rallied. Her daughter, Miss Mary Pollock, practical nurse, has been constantly at her side, having given up her work as office assistant for Dr. R. S. Hollingsworth five months ago and every ministration possible she gladly gave, for between them was the beautiful tie that fond mother and daughter alone can share. Laura Ellen Pollock was born June 12, 1854, at Mt. Pleasant, Iowa. At the close of the War Between the States her parents came to La Grange, Mo., where Mr. Pollock was a horticulturist. Here their daughter grew to attractive girlhood, went to school and in the course of time met her future husband of the same name as her parents, yet not a kinsman. They were married June 12, 1889, and went to Emporia, Kans., to make their first home, where Mr. Pollock was engaged in the mercantile business. There they lived until her parents became ill and they moved back to La Grange to run the nurseries. Three children were given them, a little daughter, who died in infancy, Homer M., now of Kansas City, Kans., and Miss Mary Pollock of the home. Mr. Pollack, being an invalid from arthritis and unable to continue his work, the family having friends here, removed to Clinton 23 years ago and in June 1925, Mr. Pollock died, when the bond between mother and daughter became stronger, Mrs. Pollock was the last of her family, so her son and daughter are the last of the line. Mrs. Pollock was converted and joined the First M. E. church as a girl of 12 and the light of Christianity guided her entire life, though after the passing of her husband she was never again active in the church. She was a home body, interested in the things of her own fireside and rooftree, patient and devoted to her children, an expert needlewoman who made many lovely quilts and did fine fancy work, an excellent cook, a good neighbor, always thinking of others before herself. She realized the end was at hand and with tender solicitude planned all things she could to make it easier for her daughter when the time of separation should be reached. The funeral services, simple by her request, will be conducted Thursday at the home. The body will rest in Englewood. consalus and Peck in charge.

POLLOCK, Mary Etta
1889-1905
Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Apr 1 1905 - Miss Mary Pollock, until recently of Clinton, was buried in Kansas City last Saturday. Mary Etta Pollock was born May 12, 1889, in Johnson County, Missouri, and died March 24, 1905 in Kansas City at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Pollock. She united with the Clinton Baptist Church in 1901. A few hours before she died, she called for a sheet of paper and wrote out her last will and testament, not in a rich legacy, but in a clear and concise statement of her implicit trust in her Redeemer, imploring those whom she left to give their hearts to Him. Her father was formerly chief of the Clinton fire department.

POLLOCK, Mary R.
1893-1994
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mary R. Pollock was born December 23, 1893, in La Grange, Missouri, the daughter of W. T. and Laura Ellen Pollock. she died Sunday, November 27, 1994, at Meadowbrook Manor of Clinton at the age of 100. She came to Clinton in the fall of 1913. In the spring of 1914, she went to work for Dr. Robert Haire, whose office was over the then First National Bank on the southeast corner of the Square. She continued working for him until his death in 1931. After closing the office about two months after his death, Miss Mary went to work for Dr. R. S. Hollingsworth and continued her work as a nurse until she retired in 1965. She joined the United Methodist Church in 1914 and started teaching Sunday school, having the first primary Sunday school class of that church, where she continued to teach until 1957. Miss Mary was a charter member of the Business and Professional women's Club and was president in 1934-35. She was a charter member and the first lady in the V.F.W. Post #1894 Auxiliary of Clinton. She was preceded in death by a brother, Homer Pollock, in 1973, and a beloved sister-in-law, Janie Pollock in 1993. Funeral services were Wednesday, November 30, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

POLZIN, Edith Jeanette PARKER
1920-1993
Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Creighton, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Edith Jeanette Polzin of Creighton was born April 19, 1920 in Heck Canyon, New Mexico, the daughter of Robert and Anna (Green) Parker. She died July 26, 1993 at Northwood Hills Health Care Center, Humansville, at the age of 73 years, 3 months and 7 days. Edith married Paul Leo Polzin in September of 1940. Edith was a homemaker and had lived in Kansas City, Kansas before moving to Creighton in 1954. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Creighton. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Parker, Jr. and a sister, Dorothy Bonner. She is survived by her husband, Paul L. Polzin of the home; three sons, Larry R. Polzin, Columbus, Ohio, Richard P. Polzin, Lee's Summit, Keith Polzin, Creighton; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Fred Parker, Raton, New Mexico, John Parker, Ava; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Friday, July 30, 1993 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Creighton.

POLZIN, Emma E. LOGAN
1923-1995
Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Creighton, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Emma E. Logan Polzin was born September 4, 1923, in Bowling Green, Kentucky. She was the fifth child born to Boyd B. and Emma E. (Hazen) Logan. She died Tuesday, May 23, 1995, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton at the age of 71. Her family moved to Centerville, Kansas, when she was six years old. She received her education in Kansas and was employed in Kansas City. On February 4, 1946, in Kansas City, Kansas, Emma was united in marriage to Walter A. Polzin. To this union five children were born. Walter preceded her in death June 6, 1985. She was a quality control inspector, working for the Rival Manufacturing Company for 21 years. She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Clinton. She is survived by two sons, Walter Eugene Polzin and John David Polzin, both of Urich; three daughters, Shirley Irene Polzin, Shawnee, Kansas, Marilyn Arlene Polzin, Salt Lake City, Utah, and Debra Ellen Villines, Clinton; six sisters, Ina Swallow, Kansas City, Kansas, Olive Kline, Garnett, Kansas, Betty Shafer, Parker, Kansas, Lorene Middleton, Watsonville, California, Nina Kirchberger, Torrington, Connecticut, and Doris Fisher, Maryville; three brothers, Clyde Logan, Elwood, Kansas, Jim Logan and Howard Logan, both of Centerville, Kansas; six grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; a brother Glenn; a sister Patsy, and a grandson Michael. Funeral services were Friday, May 26, at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Clinton. Burial was in the Lutheran Cemetery, Creighton.

POLZIN, John David
1951-2006
Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Creighton, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 4 2006 - John David Polzin was born April 15, 1951, in Kansas City, the fourth child of Walter A. and Emma E. Logan Polzin. He died March 12, 2006, as a result of injuries sustained in a tornado. John spent his entire life in the Creighton and Urich communities. He was a graduate of Sherwood High School, Creighton. John worked as an over the road truck driver and a farmer. He was most happy living and working on the farm. He never hesitated to help his family and fellow farmers when they were in need. He never met a stranger and always had time to sit and talk and tell stories of his driving and farming experiences. John was a baptized child of God and a communicant member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Creighton. Preceding him in death were his parents. Survivors include his wife Diana; daughter Melissa Owens and husband Gary,m Michelle Atwell and husband Danny; grandchildren Megan and Jackie Owens and Ben Atwell; brother Walter E.; sisters Shirley, Marilyn and Debra. Funeral services were held March 16 at Consalus Funeral Home. Burial was in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Creighton.

POLZIN, Kathleen KING
1921-1998
Byler Cemetery, near Creighton, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Kathleen Polzin of Creighton was born November 18, 1921, near Creighton, the daughter of Wilbur and Amy Frances (Dale) King. She died Saturday, February 7, 1998, at Golden Years Care Services, Harrisonville, at the age of 76 years, two months and 19 days. On October 19, 1943, Kathleen was united in marriage to Leroy Miller Polzin. Kathleen was employed as a teller for the Bank of Creighton, until her retirement in 1985. She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, the Ladies Aid Society and was a lifelong resident of Creighton. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Leroy on April 18, 1986; a grandson Paul Hardy; two brothers, Keith and Mark King, and a sister Beulah Nagle. She is survived by a son Dale Polzin, Peculiar; two daughters, Darlene Hardy, Fairfax, Virginia and Amy Thompson, Pearland, Texas; six grandchildren, Nathan, John, Adam, Melinda, Bill and Jonathan; four great-grandchildren; three brothers, Everette M. King, Overland Park, Kansas, Wayne King, Garden City, and Donald R. King, Harrisonville; a sister May Frances Wilt, Lee's Summit; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Wednesday, February 11, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Creighton, with burial in the Byler Cemetery near Creighton.

POLZIN, Larry
1942-2006
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 1 2006 - Larry Polzin, 64, died Tuesday, May 30 2006, at Hospice House, Cape Coral, Florida. He was born in Denver, Colorado, to Edith and Paul Polzin and grew up in the Creighton community. He graduated from Central Missouri State University and lived many years in the Columbus, Ohio area, where he worked for Equitable Life Assurance Company. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Keith. He is survived by his wife Bonnie; sons Scott, Thornville, Ohio, and Jeff, Johnstown, Ohio, and grandchildren, Amanda, Nicholas and Jamie. Private memorial service will be at a future time.

POLZIN, Larry Dale "Popeye"
1940-2000
Clinton Daily Democrat, Apr 20 2000 - Graveside services for Larry Dale (Popeye) Polzin, 60, Chickasha, Oklahoma, will be Friday in the Fairlawn Cemetery, under direction of Ferguson Funeral Home, Chickasha. Larry Dale Polzin was born April 7, 1940 in Chilhowee, the son of Alfred Polzin and Mary rector Polzin. He died Monday, April 17, 2000, in Oklahoma City. He grew up in Chilhowee where he attended public schools, graduating from Chilhowee High School. In the early 1960s he became employed in the oil fields as a pipeline inspector. His jobs with the Panhandle Eastern Pipeline, Gulf Interstate and Transok took him throughout the United States. He made his home in Chickasha in 1991 and retired from the pipeline in 1997. He was a member of the Clinton Eagles Lodge and Elks Lodge. Survivors include his companion Sue Thomas of the home; two sons and daughter-in-law, Ward and Karen Polzin of Denver, Colorado, and Brad Polzin of Loveland, Colorado; three stepdaughters and son-in-law Naomi and Tommy Mink of Cement, Oklahoma, Jesica Thomas and Leah Thomas, both of the home; one stepson Aaron Thomas of Chickasha; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Lola Beaty of Blairstown, Lucille and Don Schroder of Urich and Kay and Ted Heiman of Wichita, Kansas; two grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; along with several nieces and nephews.

POLZIN, Marjorie Louise McCOY
1912-1992
Grant Cemetery, Creighton, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Marjorie Louise Polzin, the eldest daughter of Joseph Randall and Pearl (Williams) McCoy, was born September 9, 1912 on a farm east of Creighton, where she had lived most of her life. She departed this life November 2, 1993 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 80 years, 1 month and 24 days. Louise attended Oak Grove Elementary School and graduated from Urich High School, Urich, in 1931. On December 9, 19399 Louise was united in marriage with Carl William Polzin. They lived on a farm east of Creighton until 1961, then moved to Kansas City. After the death of her husband she returned to Creighton making her home with her daughter Nancy and husband Gary Smith. Louise was a seamstress for the Garden City Garment Factory in garden City from 1952 to 1961 and from 1967 until she retired in 1974. She worked for Betty Rose Coats and Suits in Kansas City from 1962 to 1967. She was a member of the Salvation Evangelical Lutheran Church, Harrisonville, and Local 537 of the International Ladies Garment Workers Union. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Carl W. Polzin in 1967, and one sister, Imogene Walton. She is survived by one son Robert Joe Polzin and wife Sharon, Creighton; two daughters, Mrs. Charles (Billie Sue) Jenkins, Drexel, Mrs. Gary (Nancy) Smith, Creighton; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Saturday, November 7, 1992 at Dickey Chapel, Garden City. Burial was in Grant Cemetery near Creighton.

POLZIN, Paul Leo
1916-1996
Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Creighton, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Paul Leo Polzin of Creighton was born September 10, 1916, near Creighton, one of triplet sons born to August F. and Bertha (Lebeck) Polzin. He died Wednesday, October 2, 1996, at his home near Creighton at the age of 80 years and 22 days. On September 3, 1940, Paul was united in marriage to Edith Jeannette Parker in Denver, Colorado. Paul was employed as a supervisor for Lake City Army Ammunition Plant, Independence, from 1952 until his retirement in 1968. He later became a farmer and stockman. He was an Army veteran of World War II and a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, Creighton. Paul had lived in Kansas City, Kansas, before moving back to Creighton in 1954. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Edith on July 26, 1993; three brothers, Oscar, Walter and Carl, and a foster brother Earl Crouse. He is survived by three sons, Larry R. Polzin, Columbus, Ohio, Richard P. Polzin, Lee's Summit, and Keith Polzin, Creighton; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Esther Stansberry, Harrisonville, and Ruth Conrad, Kansas City; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 5, at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Creighton. Burial was in Lutheran Cemetery near Creighton.

POLZIN, Walter Eugene
1947-2008
Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Creighton, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 21 2008 - Walter Eugene Polzin, 61, Urich, died Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2008, at his sister's home in Clinton. Walter was born March 2, 1947, in Kansas City, the son of Walter and Emma "Logan" Polzin. Walter worked as a heavy equipment mechanic for years in the Kansas City area. He was most recently employed by Olathe Freight Liner in Olathe, Kansas. He was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Creighton and the American Legion Post 371 in Urich. Walter was preceded in death by his parents; one son Michael; one brother John Polzin of Urich, and one niece, Melissa Owens. Survivors include three sisters, Shirley Youngberg and her husband Richard, Shawnee, Kansas, Marilyn Polzin of Salt Lake City, Utah, Debra Nunn and her husband Roger, Clinton; three nephews, Pat Polzin, Jeff Villines, Joshua Youngberg, and one niece, Michelle Atwell. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Aug. 23, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Creighton. Burial to follow at the Lutheran Cemetery.

POMPERIEN, Herman W.
abt 1911-2011
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 4 2011 - Pomperien, Herman W., 100, passed away Monday, May 2, 2011. Memorial service will be Friday, May 6 at Downing & Lahey Mortuary East, Wichita, KS. He was preceded in death by wife, Mae Bell (Wilkerson) Pomperien. Survivors are his children, Gail Pomperien of KC, MO, Judy Carlson and Janice Zimmerman, both of Wichita; grandchildren, Jolie Plumlee, Tara Moyer and Suzanne Reese; 6 great-grandchildren.

PONDER, Claude L. "Duke"
1923-2003
Memorial Park Cemetery, Columbia, Boone Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 29 2003 - Claude L. "Duke" Ponder, 80, Columbia, died Monday, October 27, 2003, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia. He was a conservation agent and field service biologist for the Missouri Department of Conservation. He served 34 years, before retiring in 1988. He formerly worked in the Warsaw area. He taught grade school in Brosley. He received a degree in biology from Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau. He was an Army air corps veteran of World War II, serving in England. He was a volunteer at the Habitat for Humanity Restore in Columbia. He built physical therapy devices, which resulted in contributions to Restore. He also drove the volunteer van at University Hospital and Clinics. He was a volunteer at the Food Pantry. He was a member of Community United Methodist Church in Columbia, where he was a founder of "The Ponders" Sunday School Class. Survivors include his wife, Jean,; four daughters, Patsy Ponder Dalton, Four Seasons, Diana Life and Virginia Ponder, both of Columbia, and Rev. Jodi Ponder Williams, Princeton; three sisters and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Bud Ponder. Funeral services will be Thursday, October 30, at Columbia Community United Methodist Church. Private burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

PONESSA, Michelle Susanne
abt 1979-2007
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 27 2007 - Michelle Susanne Ponessa, age 28 of Kansas City, MO, passed away Sunday, September 23, 2007 due to a tragic automobile accident. Funeral Services will be Thursday, September 27, 2007 at the City International Church on 36th and Main St. Kansas City, MO.

POORT, Damian
1974-2006
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 29 2006 - Damian Poort, 32, Windsor, died Sunday, March 26, 2006, at his home in Windsor. He was born February 5, 1974, in Sedalia, the son of Barbara L. (Baldwin) Poort. On April 10, 2004, he married Amanda Jane Flower, who survives. He graduated from Green Ridge High School. He was a welder and plumber and had worked at Stahl's Specialty Products in Kingsville for several years as a mechanic. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter Emily Rose Poort, Knob Noster; his mother who raised him, Arlene Poort, Windsor; his birth mother Barbara Glover, Princeton, Texas; three brothers, Troy Lee Poort, Little Rock, Arkansas, Shawn Allen Poort, Princeton, Texas, Brent Allen Poort, state of California; two sisters, Janis K. Poort, Blue Springs, and Katherine Irene Poort, Hermitage; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father who raised him, Paul Poort, and a maternal grandmother, Gladys Irene Wallace. Funeral services will be Friday, March 31, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Cremation.

PORT, John L.
1939-2014
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
John L. Port died Friday, August 15, 2014, at the age of 74, of heart disease and complications of a stroke. John Port, or as he referred to himself, The old Port of Newport, resided in South Beach, OR. He had lived in Windsor and Moberly, MO, Hilton Head, SC, and Boca Raton, FL, before moving to Eugene, Portland and at last, settled in Newport, OR in the early 1990's. He was born September 25, 1939, in Windsor, MO. A graduate of Windsor High School and the University of Missouri where he earned a Bachelor of Science and Juris Doctor degree. Mr. Port was a man of varied careers, one of which included practicing law in Missouri. At the time of his death, he fancied (his words) himself an actor, a writer, and a member of the Steering Committee for the Power Auto Group, in Newport, OR. He was a storyteller, planning to print cards stating: John L. Port - Itinerant Raconteur. John loved Harry Truman, the spirituality of Robert G. Ingersoll and reading obituaries that shared sober time. He looked forward to celebrating 30 years of sobriety this September. Mr. Port took his job as a parent, grandparent, husband, and friend seriously. He remembered your birthday, would cook your favorite food, share recipes with you, relished collecting and passing on information that he knew would be of interest especially to you. He is already missed. John was predeceased by his parents, J. Lloyd Port and Laura Greife Port of Windsor, MO. He is survived by his wife of 15 years, Patsy Brookshire, of South Beach, OR; a son, Christopher John Port of Warrensburg, MO; a daughter, Gretchen Port (Jerry) Watson of Victoria, TX; a granddaughter, Elizabeth Grace Port of Missouri; a stepdaughter, Jennifer (Sean) Connor of Florence, OR; a stepson, Gregory (Bonnie) Chaney of Juneau, AL; four step-grandchildren, Amber Morley (Aaron) Rieke, David Morley, Krysta Morley and Connor Chaney; first cousin Mary Hodges of Mission, KS; second cousins, Mike Greife, Carolyn Greife, Mary Beth Greife, and Cathy Greife; and numerous dear friends. A memorial service was held at Saturday, September 6, 2014, at the Newport Performing Arts Center, Newport, OR. Graveside committal services will be Monday, November 3, 2014 at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor, MO.

PORTER, Junior Alonzo
1924-2003
Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 17 2003 - Junior Alonzo Porter, 79, Chilhowee, died Monday, September 15, 2003, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Kansas City. He was born August 14, 1924, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, the son of James Alonzo and Rosalee (Collins) Porter. He spent his early years in Stillwater and Pawnee, Oklahoma. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. On October 25, 1945, he married Alice Nadine Powell in Independence. They lived in Oak Grove several years and moved to Chilhowee in 1965. Mr. Porter was a dairy farmer most of his life and a member and priest in the Chilhowee Restoration Branch of Jesus Christ's Church. He leaves his wife Nadine Porter of the home; sons, David Porter, Clinton, Doulgas Porter, Lowry City, and Casey Pugh, Parkville (one of many spiritually adopted sons); daughters, Shirley McMullen, Chilhowee, and Kristina Swope, Centerview; a sister Lola Burk, Manford, Oklahoma; 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were son, James Porter; three brothers, Elmer, Oakley and Ted Porter, and sister, Juanita Bay. Graveside services will be Thursday, September 18, at Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee.

PORTH, Joseph H.
1908-1993
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Joseph Porth, 84, 605 South Washington Street, died Tuesday night, February 16, 1993, at Golden Valley Hospital. Mr. Porth was in the sign advertising business and later was a painter. He was a faithful member of Holy Rosary Church and was a veteran of World War II. Survivors include a cousin Sally Connelly of Edwardsville, Kansas. The rosary will be Thursday at Sickman-Dunning Chapel, with burial in Englewood.

PORTIS, R. A.
abt 1836-1887
Oak Grove Cemetery, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Mar 19 1887 - R. A. Portis died Sunday night at 10 after an illness of only a few days, of typhoid pneumonia. He came to the county about 12 years ago and was a native of North Carolina. His wife died two years ago, followed in a few months by an infant son, leaving him with five little girls and one boy, the youngest 8 years old. He was an earnest Christian and was always cheerful, working hard to keep his family together. Only a few days before his death, he was telling a friend his plans for improving his garden and making the most of his few acres of ground to supply the early market. His little home is in the suburbs of the southeast part of town, where he could always be found busy when not on a necessary errand or marketing his vegetables and fruit. Mr. Portis was over fifty years of age. He had a dependent family and one daughter sadly afflicted from birth. It seems the trial of life must have been particularly great for him but, with him to labor was to pray. Buried by his wife in Oak Grove. (Later News Article: S. Jones, who was appointed guardian for the Portes children, has found homes for four, as follows: Rachel E. will live with Mrs. Henderson, the milliner; Annie L. with Henry Lane; Myrtle M. with Mr. Richards, the engineer of the pottery works, and Charley R., with a Mr. DeWitt. A home has not been found for the cripple.)

PORTMAN, Crockett Ann TAYLOR TEMPLEMAN
1938-2002
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 15 2002 - Crockett Ann Taylor Portman, 63, died Saturday, March 9, 2002, in Portland, Texas. She died in her sleep at home after a long battle with ALS. She was born September 27, 1938, in Clinton to Frank Crockett and Jane Ellen Woerner Taylor, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death were her husband, Fritz Portman; uncles and aunts, Lynn and Mary Ann Woerner Carberry, Walter Lee and Florence Bower Taylor, and Herschel Racer, and a cousin, Paul Woerner. She is survived by three sons, Michael Dean Templeman, William Edward Templeman IV and Erik Richard Templeman; a sister, Susan Jane Taylor, and grandchildren, Trisha, Stephanie and Brandon, all of Texas; nephew, Christopher Michael Linden; niece, Joanna Dawn Linden; uncles and aunts, LeRoy and Anita Woerner of Clinton and Alice Taylor Racer of Warrensburg, and several cousins. Funeral services were held in Portland, Texas, on March 14. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, March 19, at Englewood Cemetery in Clinton.

PORTWOOD, Arlene Leota JOHNSON MINKS
1931-2018
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Arlene Leota Johnson Portwood was born October 8, 1931, on the farm near Guthrie Center, Iowa to Walter H. Johnson, Sr. and Ethel Baldwin Johnson. On June 23, 2000 she married her best friend and love of her life, Charles Portwood. Arlene grew up the 4th of 5 children, learning hard work and responsibility during the depression years. She graduated from Wiota High School in 1949. As a young mother, she started working in the telephone office in Atlantic, Iowa. From there, she wore many different “hats” – helping to run a restaurant, gas station and a bar. Following these endeavors, she worked as a cook, nurse’s aide and a med tech. At age 75 she was still working 100 hours per pay period, plus her everyday home chores of cooking, cleaning, laundry, yard work and gardening. Along with the gardening, came her art of canning. She loved to cook and share recipes. She made an awesome coconut cream pie, for which she was not in a hurry to share the recipe. She always made sure she was making our favorite pie, whether it was pecan, pumpkin or cherry. Up until her last surgery, she still thought she needed to bake some kind of dessert every day. She also made really good homemade wine; she didn’t drink it, but was always sharing with the girls and older granddaughters. Over the past 10 years, Arlene had several setbacks, with major health issues, always trying to be strong for everyone else. She was looking forward to the warmer weather so she and Dad could sit on the porch and enjoy watching the hummingbirds. Arlene passed away April 3, 2018 at Golden Valley Hospital. Survivors include her husband, Charles Portwood of the home; daughter, Linda Orfield of Clinton, MO; sons, David (Rebecca) Minks of Marshall, MO and Stacy (Pamelia) Minks of Butler, MO; grandchildren, Christine (Cory) Schmidt, Amy (Dennis) Setzer, twins, Aleah and John Charles Minks, Machelle Bearden, Michael Hicks, Erin Katie Minks, Kayleigh (Matt) Mayo, Brennan Minks, Connor Minks, Parker Collins and Bridger Collins; great-grandchildren, Dylan Kiepe, Cameron Setzer, Corbin Schmidt, Courtney Schmidt, Arely Minks, Brody, Maleah, Remi and Presley Hicks; a brother, Walter Johnson, Jr.; a sister, Ruth Logan; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Arlene was preceded in death by her parents, Walter, Sr. and Ethel Johnson; her husband, Cleo Minks; a brother Virgil Ted Johnson; a sister, Violet Lettington; and a son-in-law, Larry Orfield. Services at Consalus Funeral Home on Saturday, April 7, 2018 and burial of cremains will be at a later date.

PORTWOOD, Curtis Edward
1925-2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 29 2002 - Curtis Edward Portwood, son of Luther and Nellie O'Hara Portwood, was born September 2, 1925, in Clay County and died Sunday, November 17, 2002, at his home in Calhoun. Curtis was married to Ruby M. Spickler on September 6, 1947, and she survives of the home. Curtis worked for Central Soya in North Kansas City until his retirement in 1989. He was a member of the Teamster Local in Kansas City. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Luther Portwood, Jr. He is survived by his wife, Ruby, of the home; three sons, Steve Portwood and wife Vicki, Anchorage, Alaska, Scott Portwood and wife Renee, Gladstone, and Kevin Portwood, Clinton; one daughter, Jo Anne Warford of Clinton; five grandchildren, Jeff and Jason Portwood of Anchorage, Alaska, Chris and Megan Portwood of Gladstone and Niesha Warford of the home, as well as a number of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Wednesday, November 20. Cremation followed the service.

PORTWOOD, James B.
1949-1994
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - James B. Portwood was born March 1, 1949, in California, Missouri, the son of John and Kathryn (McKissick) Portwood. He died February 3, 1994, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton at the age of 44. He graduated from Bev's School of Beauty and a number of years ago he had his own shop in Deepwater. He also was a floral arranger. He is survived by three brothers, John D. Portwood, Charles Portwood and Gary Portwood, all of Deepwater; three sisters, Virginia Kelly, Kingsville, Mary Gordon, Mississippi and Sharon L. Mick, Deepwater. Cremation.

POST-JONES, Betty Jo HEYDON
1929-2005
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Betty Jo Jones, 76, of Independence, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2005 at her home. Betty Jo was born June 27, 1929 to Leonard and Virginia (Boyakin) Heydon. She was a homemaker and most of Betty's employment was driving and working with people that had special needs to which brought her much pleasure. She is survived by two sons, Robert Jones and wife Angela and Ronald Post and wife Hazel, all of Independence; four daughters, Teresa Smith and husband Charles, of Clinton, Mo., Tina Arlint and husband Mike, of Cumming, Ga., Paula Wyatt and husband Ronald, of Duke, Mo. and Freda Post, of Rapid City, S.D.; 20 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and one sister, Gloria Cobb, and husband Bob, of Grain Valley. Funeral services will be Monday, Nov. 28 at D.W. Newcomer's Sons Noland Road Chapel. Burial will be at Memory Gardens in Clinton, Mo.

POST, Bill Franklin
2007-2007
Bill Franklin Post went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 22, 2007 at 12:38 pm. Bill was born on January 22, 1950 to Roy and Velma Post, St. Joseph, MO just two of the many clouds of witnesses that have gone before him that he now communes with in heaven. He is survived by his true sole mate of 38 years, Deborah Eileen Post. His children, Son, Shawn J. Post, and his family, Aloha L. Post, Cade J. Post, and Keaton P. Post. Daughter, Shannon M. Nelson, and her family, Jerry C. Nelson, Christian D. Nelson, and Sara M. Nelson. Bill is also survived by his eldest brother Don Post, younger brother Steve Post and little sister Cheri Post. Brothers, Dino Wise, Steven Hughes, Sister, Shellee Burgess, and their families. Also, his mother-in-law, Marye Lee Wise and Louise Cross; as well as a host of loving family and friends. Funeral service will be Wednesday, June 27 at Springfield Community Church., Springfield, Missouri.

POST, Christine Hilga FOLTIN
1928-2010
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Christine H. Post, 82, of Kansas City, MO, passed away Sunday December 5,2010, at Specialty Hospital of Kansas City. Memorial services will be Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010, at First Baptist Church of Raytown. Burial will be at a later date. She was born Aug. 1, 1928, in Prague, Czechoslovakia, to Karl and Helen Samay Foltin. Christine came to the USA in 1953 with her husband Henry where they made the KC area their home. She is preceded in death by her husband Henry A. Post who passed away Oct. 31, 1987. Survivors include her children, Doris M. Brown and husband Richard, Michael G. Post, Tammy Starforth and husband Tim, 4 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

POST, Harry A.
1922-1993
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Harry A. Post was born October 14, 1922 in Henry County, the son of George Arthur and Stella May (Hamilton) Post. He passed away Friday, June 11, 1993 at Golden Valley Hospital at the age of 70. Harry was a veteran of World War II. He was a charter member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Post 3667 and at one time he served as a scout master for the Boy Scouts of America. He was a member of Northeast Baptist Church. Mr. Post worked as an assembly man for General Motors for 22 years. He retired in July of 1975. Mr. Post is survived by four daughters, Teresa Smith and Paula Post, both of Clinton, Tina Arlint of Kansas City and Freda Dorrell of Osceola; one son Ronald Post, Clinton; two brothers, Leonard Post, Clinton and Austin Post of Arcadia, Ca.; three sisters, Lucille Gurney of Clinton, Mildred Tuter of Raytown, Georgia Boehmer, Alma, and 14 grandchildren. Funeral services were Tuesday June 15, 1993 at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens.

POST, Henry Alfred
1917-1987
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry A. Post, 70, south Kansas City, died Oct. 31, 1987, at Veterans Hospital. He was born in Deepwater, MO and lived in this area most of his life. Mr. Post served in the Army for 20 years, was a veteran of the Korean and Vietnam wars, and retired as a specialist five. He also worked for the civil service for 17 years and retired in 1983.Survivors include his wife, Christine Post, and a son, Michael Post, both of the home; two daughters, Doris Brown of KC and Tammy Post of Independence, MO; three brothers, Leonard Post and Harry Post of Clinton, Mo and Austin Post, Arcadia, CA; three sisters, Mildred Tuter, Raytown, MO, Lucille Gurney, Oak Grove, MO and Georgia Renno, Mayview, MO; and three grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at Newcomers Floral Hills Chapel. Burial at Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery.

POST, Leonard Edwin
1914-1994
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Leonard Edwin Post was born February 21, 1914, in Wichita, Ks., the son of George Arthur and Stella Mae Hamilton Post. He passed away Saturday, May 28, 1994, in Kansas City at the age of 80. Leonard was married to Mary Jane Hendrix on July 1, 1939, in Butler and to this union three children were born. He worked for many years at the Williams rock company in Clinton. He was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church, the Clinton Odd Fellows Lodge and the Golden Valley Roamers Camping Club. Leonard is survived by a daughter, Deloris Johnson of Raytown; two sons, George Post of Clinton and Leslie Post of Fair Grove; three sisters, Lucille Gurney of Clinton, Mildred Tuter of Raytown, and Georgia Boehmem of Alma; one brothers, Austin Post of Arcadia, Ca.; nine grandchildren, Don Johnson of Chillicothe, David Johnson of Clinton, Stan Johnson of Bolivar, Marjorie Kageler, Grapeland, Tx., Gail Flynn of Belton, Shelia Prince of Olathe, Ks., Bradley Post, Joshua Post and Daisy Post, all of Springfield; and six great-grandchildren, Reed Kageler, Joshua Prince, Jeremy Prince, Jessica Prince, Jamie Flynn and Steven Flynn. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary, on September 18, 1991, and two brothers, Alfred Post and Harry Post. Services were Wednesday, June 1, 1994, at Northeast Baptist Church in Clinton. Burial was in Maplewood Cemetery in Brownington.

POST, Mary Jane HENDRIX
1921-1991
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mary Jane Hendrix was born November 20, 1921 at Brownington to Elbert and Adella Perrin Hendrix. She passed away September 18, 1991 at Golden Valley Hospital at the age of 69 years. On July 1, 1939 she was married to Leonard Post at Butler, and to this union three children were born. Mary operated a Beauty Shop and Gift Shop for thirty Years. She was a member of Northeast Baptist Church. Mary was a quilter and an artist as anyone visiting her craft shop could see. Mary bowled on the Wednesday Night Hit and Miss League and sponsored Mary's Eastgate Crafts Bowling Team. Mary and Leonard were members of Golden Valley Roamers. She was a very active member of Clinton Rebekah Lodge where she held the honor of being a Past Noble Grand. She is survived by her husband Leonard, of the home; one daughter Deloris J. Johnson, Raytown; two sons, George E. Post, Clinton, and Leslie E. Post of Fairgrove; one brother, Denny Hendrix, Clinton; three sisters, Velma Goss, California, Margaret Dalton, Calhoun, and Kathryn Russell of Benton, Arkansas; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers. Funeral services were held Saturday, September 21, 1991 at Northeast Baptist Church. Burial was in Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

POTERBIN, James Alve "Jim"
1928-2012
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
James "Jim" Alve Poterbin, 84, beloved father, grandfather and brother, entered into heaven on November 25, 2012. Services will be held December 8th, 2012 at Parkview Christian Church in Sedalia, Missouri. His ashes will be buried with wife, Sarah at Clinton Memory Gardens in Clinton, Mo at a private family service. He was born January 12, 1928 in Kansas City, Kansas to John and Rose Poterbin. He graduated from Bishop Ward High School and served in the United States Navy during World War II. Jim lived and raised his family in the KCK area. He worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for several years, Tobin Construction, and then General Motors for almost 30 years. After retirement, Sarah and he moved to Edwards, Mo and lived there until 2008 when they moved to Sedalia, Mo. In June, 2010 Jim moved to Wasilla, Alaska to be with his daughter Marian. He was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Wasilla. Dad loved to stay busy and help others. He was a great mechanic, perfectionist painter, meticulous gardener and happiest when he was busy tinkering or fixing something. During his younger days he was always busy working at General Motors, raising kids or working a second job. After retirement he spent many years in the community of Arrowhead in the Ozarks taking care of summer homes, volunteering at church, the fire department and community patrol. Dad assisted family, friends and neighbors to meet whatever needs they might have. He was a devoted Christian, gentleman, wonderful husband and father to fourteen children. He leaves behind his children, Michael Poterbin, wife Nancy; Judy Chapman, husband Ray; Marian James; Pam Arsenault; Lori Paro; Bill Fellman; Rebecca Dernovish; Crystal Poterbin; Thomas Poterbin, wife, Kathy; stepchildren, Jim Butler, wife Kay; Steve Butler, wife Cheryl; Barry Butler and Brad Butler. He also leaves behind 33 grandchildren; 49 great grandchildren; Brothers, John and Jerome Poterbin and sister, Mary Lou Busby. He is preceded in death by his wife, Sarah Poterbin; stepson, Greg Butler; brother, Joseph Poterbin; mother, Rose McLaughlin; father, John Poterbin and first wife, Verma Poterbin. Arrangements were cared for by Valley Funeral Home.

POTERBIN, Sarah Ola PETERS BUTLER
1926-2009
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Sarah Ola Poterbin, 83, of Sedalia, passed from this life on Wednesday, April 15, 2009, at Bothwell Regional Health Center. She was born March 10, 1926, in Kansas City, KS, a daughter of James Fred and Audra Cash Peters. She was married to Ray Butler, who died earlier. On Nov. 1, 1975, in Kansas City, MO, she married James Poterbin, who survives of the home. Mrs. Poterbin was a member of Parkview Christian Church. She enjoyed reading her Bible and exercising. She owned beauty shops in Riverside and Gravois Mills. In addition to her husband, she is survived by five sons, Jim Butler, and wife, Kay, of Lincoln, MO, Steve Butler, and wife, Cheryl, of Kansas City, MO, Greg Butler, of Kansas City, MO, Barry Butler, of Mesa, AZ, and Brad Butler, of Platte City, MO; nine step-children; 30 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Margaret Orendorph, of Kansas City, KS. She was predeceased by two brothers and three sisters. Funeral services will be Saturday at Parkview Christian Church. Burial will be in Clinton Memory Gardens in Clinton, Missouri. Arrangements are in the care of Heckart Funeral Home.

POTTER, Betty Jane
1934-2005
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 7 2005 - Betty Jane Potter was born May 25, 1934, in Clinton, the daughter of Edwin Ross and Gladys Temple (Swart) Potter. She died at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, August 17, 2005, at the age of 71 years. Betty was a credit manager for Sears in Kansas City for 35 years. She was a member of the Clinton Christian Church, DAR, Udolpha Miller Dorman Chapter, Henry County Historical Society, PAWS and the Meadow Lake Country Club. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edwin R. and Gladys T. Swart Potter. She is survived by her brother, Edwin R. Potter Jr. of Howards Grove, Wisconsin, and three nephews, Thad (Peggy) Potter of Manhattan, Kansas, Brian (Mimi) Potter and children, Chase and Lucy, Lincoln Nebraska, and Kevin Potter of Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Funeral services were held at the First Christian Church, Clinton, Saturday, August 20. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

POTTER, Brandon McKAY
1999-2002
Saint Lukes Evangelical Cemetery, Wellington, Lafayette Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 1 2002 - Brandon McKay Potter, 2 years and 10 months old, Whiteman Air Force Base, Knob Noster, died early Friday morning, March 29, 2002, at Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City. He was born May 20, 1999, in Yuba City, California, the son of Robert Steven Potter and Bethany Lynn (Benson) Potter, who survive of the home. In addition to his parents, Brandon is survived by his paternal grandfather and step-grandmother, Robert Kent Potter and Cathie Potter, Wellington; paternal grandmother and step-grandfather, Linda Doreen Green and Arnold (Ty) Green, Leeton; maternal grandparents, Danny and Peggy Benson, Yuba City, California; seven uncles, Eric Potter, Kenneth Potter, Chad Potter, Chris Potter, Ty Leon Green, Perri Green and Rex Green; an aunt, Paula Benson; paternal great-grandparents, Mona Potter, Linda Faulkenberry, Stephen and Marie Brisbin, Ran and Joan Turner; maternal great-grandparents, Walter and Louise Littlepage; five cousins, Dustin, Trey, Zach, T.C. and Brandi, and several great-aunts and great-uncles. Funeral services will be Tuesday, April 2, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the St. Luke's Evangelical Cemetery, Wellington.

POTTER, Emery Allen
1917-2007
Emery Allen Potter of Creighton, Missouri was born April 5, 1917 in Brighton, Colorado the son of Clinton Emery and Carrie Roselee (Eachus) Potter. He departed this life Saturday, August 25, 2007 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, Missouri at the age of 90 years, 4 months and 20 days. On April 14, 1987, Emery was untied in marriage to Beth Patricia Teeter in Independence, Missouri. Emery was a self-employed automobile mechanic and was employed at several dealerships in northwest, United States. He was a Navy veteran of World War II, a Pearl Harbor survivor and a licensed pilot. Emery was a member of the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association. He had lived in Boulder Creek, Colorado, Garden City, Missouri and Prescott Valley, Arizona before moving to Creighton in 2003. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by a brother. He is survived by his wife, Beth P. Potter of the home; a son, Kent Potter, Crawford, Texas; three daughters, Loraine Hester, Quaker Hill, Connecticut, Joyce Smith, Crawford, Texas, Denise Concepcion, San Jose, California; three step-sons, Gerald McLean and Steve Thompson both of Independence, Missouri, Bruce Thompson, Odessa, Missouri; two step-daughters, Patricia Schultz,, Yuma, Arizona, Ellen Ingwerson, Creighton, Missouri; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Sylvia Loid and Hilda Good both of Port Townsend, Washington; other relatives and many friends. Cremation. A Memorial service was held Monday, September 3, 2007 at the First Baptist Church, Creighton, Missouri.

POTTER, Margaret BERNARD
1938-2007
Mount Olivet Cemetery, St. Joseph, Buchanan Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 2 2007 - Margaret (Bernard) Potter, 68, St. Joseph, died Thursday, February 1, 2007, in her home. She was born February 26, 1938, in St. Joseph. She married David Potter on May 9, 1959, at St. Joseph. She was a graduate of Convent of Sacred Heart High School and Platte Business College. She worked as a cook for 28 years at Mid Buchanan School District until her retirement in 2000. She was a past president of the lioness Club, Faucett; former member of Holy Rosary Parish, Clinton, and a member of St. James Catholic Church, St. Joseph. Her parents, Augustine and Maria Josephine (Suarez) Bernard; brother Nate Bernard; sister Angela Beers and two stepbrothers Sylvester and Austin Bernard preceded her in death. Survivors include her husband David Potter of the home; sons and daughters-in-law David and Kathleen Potter, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Derek Potter of the home, Aaron and Susan Potter, Clinton; brothers Alex Bernard, Springfield, William and Raymond Bernard, both of St. Joseph, Hector Bernard, Douglass, Wyoming; sisters Rosie Devinney, Oregon City, Oregon, Julia Barnes, Virginia Blythe, Paula Deets, Luisa McCartney, Sadie Crail and Suzanna Bernard, all of St. Joseph, and Lulu Young, Liberty; three granddaughters, Dulany, Reese and Ava Potter, all of Clinton; numerous nieces, nephews, great and grand nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, February 5, at the Cathedral of St. Joseph, St. Joseph. Interment will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery, St. Joseph.

POTTER, Marian L. WRIGHT
1941-2004
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 16 2004 - Marian L. Potter, 62, Howard's Grove, Wisconsin, died Sunday, March 7, 2004. She was born June 19, 1941, in Bradford, Illinois, to Oscar and Mabel Wright. She married R. Potter, formerly of Clinton, on October 4, 1964. In addition to her husband, Ed, she is survived by three sons, Thad A. Potter and wife Peggy, Manhattan, Kansas, Brian T. Potter and wife Mimi, Lincoln, Nebraska, and Kevin R. Potter of Sheboygan, Wisconsin; two grandchildren, Chase and Lucy; two brothers, Gene Wright and wife Jane, Sand Point, Idaho, and Neal Wright and wife Nina, Monticello, Illinois. It was her wish to be cremated and her memorial service will be held at Boyd's Grove Methodist Church in Bradford, Illinois, Saturday, March 20.

POTTER, Marjorie A.
1944-2004
Macedonia Cemetery, Doyal Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 13 2004 - Marjorie A. Potter, 59, Independence and formerly of Osceola, died Monday, January 12, 2004, at her home. She was a bank secretary. Funeral services will be Friday, January 16, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in Macedonia Cemetery, near Osceola.

POTTER, Ruby Gene CARSON
1923-2007
Rose Hill Cemetery, Latour, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 25 2007 - Ruby Gene Potter, 83, Clinton, died Tuesday, January 23, 2007, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born February 19, 1923, in LaTour, the daughter of Nathaniel and Geneva (Whiteman) Carson. She lived most of her life in the Holden and Kingsville communities, moving to Clinton in 1994. She married Stanley "Ted" Potter December 20, 1941. He preceded her in death in 1987. She worked for the Bendix Corporation in Kansas City for 25 years and retired in 1987. She was a member of Bear Creek Baptist Church near Holden. She is survived by two daughters, Jean Brendel and husband John, and Donna Henry, all of Clinton; one sister Jannie Dilks/Smith, Holden; five grandsons, David, Todd and Doug Brendel, James and Rick Henry and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by five brothers, Lee, Autie, Clarence, Richard and Raymond Carson, and by one grandson, Mark Duane Brendel. Graveside service and burial will be Friday, January 26, at Rose Hill Cemetery, LaTour.

POTTORFF, Mary Melissa BROWN
1919-2006
Green Ridge Cemetery, Green Ridge, Pettis Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 28 2006 - Mary Melissa (Brown) Pottorff, 86, Sedalia, died Sunday, March 26, 2006. She was born June 6, 1919, in the Green Ridge community, the daughter of Thomas L. brown and Robert E. (Whitaker) Brown, and spent the rest of her life in the area. Sixty-seven years ago on September 17, 1938, in Sedalia, she married Walter Pottorff, who survives of the home. She worked in the food service at the Green Ridge R-8 School system for several years, retiring in 1981. She was a lifelong member of Antioch Baptist Church in the Manila community. In addition to her husband, she is survived by three daughters, Margaret Henning and her husband Bob, Knob Noster, Kathryn Brownfield and her husband Gene, Henderson, Nevada, Edith Johnson and her husband Jim, Sedalia; two sons, Ken Pottorff, Savanah, Georgia, Don Pottorff and his wife Jan, Grand Rapids, Michigan; 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Leo and Bill Brown; a sister Velma Epple, and a daughter-in-law Vickie Pottorff. Funeral services will be Friday, march 31, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Green Ridge Cemetery.

POTTORFF, Walter Franklin
1917-2008
Green Ridge Cemetery, Green Ridge, Pettis Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 17 2008 - On Tuesday, April 15, 2008, Walter Franklin Pottorff left this world to be with his Lord and Savior (at the Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia) and to be reunited with the love of his life, Mary. He was born July 21, 1917, in the Green Ridge community, the son of Herbert Garland Pottorff and Dinelia Elendor (Bethards) Pottorff and spent the rest of his life in the area. Mr. Pottorff was a farmer and worked at the Ionia Grain Elevator for many years before going to work in Sedalia as the cold storage supervisor for Swift's and Company, retiring in 1979. On Sept. 17, 1938, he married Mary Melissa Brown, his soul mate of 67 years, who preceded him in death on March 26, 2006. They are the parents of three daughters, Margaret (Bob) Henning of Knob Noster, Kathryn (Gene) Brownfield of Henderson, Nevada, and Edith (Jim) Johnson of Sedalia, and two sons, Don (Jan) Pottorff of Grand Rapids, Michigan, and Kent Pottorff of Savannah, Georgia. He is also survived by a sister Grace Chapman; 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, Everette, Robert, Virgil, Clarence and Lee; four sisters, Mae Stratton, Martha Carlson, Opal Weatherby and Mary Pottorff, who died in infancy, and a daughter-in-law. He was a lifelong member of Antioch Baptist Church in the Manila community. His family and friends will always remember him for his competitiveness and love of all sports, his devotion to family and his loving and generous spirit. He was always there for us and will be greatly missed. Funeral services will be Saturday, April 19, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Green Ridge Cemetery.

POTTS, Byron Todd
1964-2003
Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 16 2003 - Byron Todd Potts, 39, Warrensburg, died Monday, May 12, 2003, at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City. He was born April 16, 1964, in Lebanon, the son of Robert W. Potts and Shirley Maxine Kohlbusch Potts. Mr. Potts had lived in Warrensburg since 11966 and had worked at the Industrial Service Contractors Inc. sheltered workshop for 118 years. He was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Survivors include his parents, Robert and Shirley Potts, Warrensburg; two sisters, Thresa A. Talley, Clinton, and Karen D. Gonzalez, Warrensburg; one brother, Robert J. Potts, Columbia; two nieces and two nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Duane E. Potts. Funeral services were Wednesday, May 14, at the Williams Funeral Chapel in Warrensburg. Burial was in the Warrensburg Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

POTTS, Harriet
1850-1895
Page Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, Mar 28 1895 - Died at her home in Urich, March 26th, 1895, after several days illness, Harriett Potts, colored, had been a resident of Urich for a number of years and will be missed by her associates. She always bore the name of a "good old soul," and had the confidence and esteem of all who knew her. M. M. Daniels conducted a prayer service at their home Wednesday morning, after which, relatives and friends departed with the remains for Bogard where they were interred.

POTTS, Myron Eugene
1928-2019
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Myron Potts, 91, of Sedalia, Mo., formerly of Green Ridge, Missouri, died Tuesday evening, September 3, 2019, at the Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia, Mo. He was born January 21, 1928, in Dayton, Ohio, the son of Elbert S. Potts and Emma (Flatter) Potts. On August 11, 1953, in Richmond, Indiana, he married Viola Nadine Jones and she preceded him in death on October 5, 2014. Myron was a life-long farmer. He and Viola enjoyed going to auctions. He is survived by two sons, David Potts (Michele), Sedalia, Mo.; and James Potts (Kim), Mayview, Mo.; three daughters, Sandy Quick, Sedalia, Mo.; Debbie Randolph (Rick), Carrier Mills, Illinois; and Teresa Davenport (Rick), Nolensville, Tennessee; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents. Graveside services will be Monday, September 9, 2019, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

POTTS, Robert John
1956-2005
Memorial Park Cemetery, Columbia, Boone Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 7 2005 - Robert John Potts, 48, Columbia, died Saturday, November 5, 2005, at Boone Hospital Center. Services will be Tuesday, November 8, at Parkade Baptist Church. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Columbia. Mr. Potts was born November 27, 1956, in Washington, Mo., to Robert W. and Shirley M. Potts. He married Sonia Kay Sprick in 1978 and she survives along with their son Ethan. He graduated from Warrensburg High School in 1975. He worked for P&K Communications for five years and was a Boone County Joint Communication Dispatcher for five years. He worked for the Columbia Police Department for 13 years as a community service aide, process server and a municipal court bailiff. He was a Columbia Police reserve officer, a Cub Scout leader, Boy Scout merit badge counselor and a member of Countryside Baptist Church. Survivors also include his parents; a sister Theresa Talley and her husband Jim, and their daughters Lindsey and Ashley; a sister Karen Gonzalez and her son Sam, and other family members. He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents and two brothers Duane and Byron.

POTTS, Taylor
abt 1848-1924
Page Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Montrose Tidings, Urich MO, Thursday, Sep 4 1924 - Taylor Potts, who for a number of years had been Urich's only colored resident, died Tuesday, August 26th, at the home of his son, Floyd Potts, Burlington, Kansas. For some years he had lived alone in Urich, but several months ago his health became so poor that he could not continue to live alone, and last winter he went to live with a daughter at Kansas City, and later to live with his son at Burlington, Kansas. He did not know his exact age, but it was thought to be 76 years. The body was brought to Urich, arriving here on the 10:20 train Thursday morning and was taken at once to the Morrow Cemetery, formerly known as the Page Cemetery, where burial was made. T. B. R. Hackney conducted a short service at the graveside. He was born a slave and until freed by the emancipation proclamation was the property of Captain Absalom Potts, from whom he took his name, who live a few miles east of what is now Blairstown. He first married Harriet Walls. From this marriage there are six children living. His first wife died several years ago and he afterward married Mrs. Matilda Gilmore, who died about two years ago. He had lived in Urich about 37 years and had the respect of everyone Negro though he was, he was a good citizen, harmless and agreeable with everybody.

POTTS, Viola JONES
1932-2014
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Viola Potts, 81, of Green Ridge, Missouri, died Sunday morning, October 5, 2014, at the home of her son James, in Sedalia, Mo. She was born November 30, 1932, in Ham, Kentucky, the daughter of Trubie Karl Jones and Melva Jane (Scaggs) Jones. On August 11, 1953, in Richmond, Indiana, she married Myron Eugene Potts and he survives of the home. Mrs. Potts was a homemaker. She enjoyed going to auctions, hoping to add to her collection of salt and pepper shakers and porcelain dolls. She also enjoyed coming to the Windsor Senior Center and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, Windsor. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, David Potts and his wife Michele; and James Potts and his wife Kim, both of Sedalia, Mo.; three daughters, Sandy Quick, Sedalia, Mo.; Debbie Randolph and her husband Rick, Carrier Mills, Illinois; Teresa Davenport and her husband Rick, Nolensville, Tennessee; three grandchildren, Jamie Bumgartner, state of Ohio; Joshua Quick and Blake Potts, both of Sedalia; three sisters, Mable Caldwell and her husband Jerry, Bradford, Ohio; Dorothy Campbell and her husband Gene, Dayton, Ohio; and Virginia Black and her husband Dwight, West Milton, Ohio; a brother-in-law, George Vorpe, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Raymond Jones; two sisters, Vivian Megg and Maxine Vorpe, Viola's twin sister; and a sister-in-law Mary Jones. Funeral services will be Thursday, October 9, 2014 at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

POULTER, Rosetta
1920-2001
Hickory Point Cemetery, Green Ridge, Pettis Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Apr 9 2001 - Rosetta Poulter, 80, Windsor, died early Sunday morning, April 8, 2001, at the Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born May 16, 1920, near Green Ridge, the daughter of William Thomas Pelham Poulter and Mary Alice (Ruffin) Poulter. She had worked at the International Shoe Factory in Windsor for 39 years before her retirement. Survivors include several cousins; two adopted granddaughters, Nena Smith and Karla Rash, both of Windsor, and four adopted great-grandchildren. Graveside funeral services will be Tuesday, April 10, at the Hickory Point Cemetery, near Green Ridge.

POUSH, Jack R.
1918-2003
Benton Green Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 20 2003 - Jack R. Poush, 84, Warrensburg, retired Lt. Colonel, United States Air Force, died Wednesday, February 19, in the Missouri Veterans Home, Warrensburg. Funeral services will be Saturday, February 22, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola with burial in Benton Green Cemetery, Roscoe.

POWELL, Beatrice
1918-2006
Robinson Cemetery, Collins Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 12 2006 - Beatrice Powell, 87, Springfield and formerly of Collins, died Monday, July 10, 2006, at Springfield Rehabilitation Center. She is survived by one son Warren Powell, and one daughter Pat Stevenson, both of Springfield; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Thursday, July 13, at the Robinson Cemetery, Weaubleau.

POWELL, Berneice HALL
1921-2003
Knob Noster Cemetery, Knob Noster, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 9 2003 - Berneice Powell, 82, Knob Noster, died Thursday, July 3, 2003, at her home. She was born March 12, 1921, in Clinton, the daughter of Roy Hall and Adell Johnson Hall. On March 20, 1945, in Leavenworth, Kansas, she married Franklin V. Powell, who died March 26, 1997. Mrs. Powell was a graduate of Warrensburg High School. She worked as a jail inspector for the county. She was a member of the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church of Knob Noster and did community service work and child care. Survivors include four sons, Gary L. Powell and Rodney P. Powell, both of Wichita, Kansas, Larry F. Powell, Atlanta, Georgia, and Calvin . Powell, Knob Noster; a sister, Ella Mae Grant, Fort Scott, Kansas; a brother Charles Lee Hall, Carthage; 30 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and 15 great-great-grandchildren. She also was preceded in death by two sons, David Allen Forbush and Perry Charles Rucker; a brother Chester M. Hall; a sister Mary B. Willard, and a grandson David Allen Rucker. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 12, at the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church in Knob Noster. Burial will be in the Knob Noster Cemetery.

POWELL, Beverley Elaine RUST
1949-2011
Beverley Elaine Powell, age 61, of Clinton, Missouri, passed away at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, on Friday, January 14, 2011. Her wishes were to be cremated with no services. Beverley was born in Kansas City, Missouri the daughter of Cecil and Reva (Ralston) Rust. She was married to Roy T. Powell. She worked as a bookkeeper for J. Dunn Construction Co. She is survived by her husband, Roy, of the home; two daughters, Briana Madsen of Olathe, Kansas and Deidra Peterson of Kansas City, Missouri; as well as five grandchildren.

POWELL, Garland
1903-1908
Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO - Little Garland Powell, son of C.T. and Clara Powell, was born Jan. 12th, 1908. He departed this life April 19th 1908. He was buried in Bear Creek cemetery. Funeral was conducted at Bear Creek church. He was 5 years, 3 months and 7 days old. He suffered a long time, but bore his sufferings with patience. He died from a complication of diseases. He was a bright, cheerful, happy little boy, and all who knew him could not help loving him. He had a kind, sweet, sunny disposition, but Jesus wanted little Garland with Him, so on Easter morning little Garland's spirit left his beautiful earthly home for his heavenly and eternal home. So when we think of him now we will think of him as being at home in heaven, waiting the homecoming of papa and mamma, sisters and dear brother. Our loss is His gain. We cannot call him back, but we can, by the good providence of God, go to him. May this dear family all meet again in heaven is our prayer.

POWELL, James Leary
1927-2005
Yeater Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 10 2005 - James Leary Powell, 77, was born on December 26, 1927, just outside Osceola and passed away on September 26, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton after a long bout with cancer. His parents, Leary Powell and Margaret Sims Powell; one brother Charles Powell, known as Rast, and one great-grandson Luke Collins Lewis, all preceded him in death. Jim is survived by two children, son Mike Powell and his wife Dorothy, Archie; daughter Carol Collins, Osceola, and stepson Jim Burrow and wife Clarice, Osceola; five grandchildren Carrie Powell, Louisville, Kentucky, Michael Brian Powell, Kansas City, Jodee and Chad Lewis, Chicago, Illinois, Amy and Darin Cissell, St. Charles, and Caleb Collins, Springfield; two step-grandchildren, Laurinda and Gary Gipson, Osceola, and Jim and Alicia Burrow, Nevada; four great-grandchildren and seven step-great-grandchildren; one sister Peggy and Bill Gray, Lake Winnebago, and one very special friend, Vi Bailey, Clinton. Jim served his country from 1948 to 1952 as a Corporal in the United States Army. His tours included the Philippines and Korean War. He has been a longtime member of VFW Post 4197. Jim was instrumental in starting the Honor Guard at Post 4197. Jim loved his country and was very proud to have served. He lived most of his life around Osceola and Bolivar and engaged in many different occupations, including working for the post office in Kansas City, a truck driver for Seal Test Milk Co., manager of First Finance Company, co-owner of Carolco Lumber, Sharp Bonding Co., car salesman, owner/operator of three gas stations in Osceola and Lowry City, co-started the first trash company in this area (C&P Trash Service) and song writer. Jim was an avid musician. He played lead guitar with several bands during his lifetime, making lots of special friends in the music business. The most special was the Osage Country Gospel Band where Jim played for the past five years with his cousins, Roger, Nona and Angie, good friend, Marge, and the late Don Masten. Playing in this band allowed him to use his musical abilities to serve the Lord and to minister to others. He has told how God had to humble him to sue him and wanted everyone to know about the hope we have in our Lord and Savior.

POWELL, Jessie Margaret KNAUP
1922-1993
Holden Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Jessie Margaret Powell, 70, Holden, passed away Friday, January 29, 1993, at home. She was born August 28, 1922, in Arma, Kansas, the daughter of Charles and Mary (McQueen) Knaup. She lived in Arma and Wichita, Kansas, before moving to Holden in 1962. She married Marvin P. Powell May 8, 1951, in Bentonville, Arkansas. She was a homemaker and a member of the Christian Church. During World War II she worked in the ammunition plant in Parsons, Kansas. She is survived by her husband Marvin Powell, of the home; one son Marty Powell, Holden; four daughters, Linda Hines, Welch, Ok., Colleen Burns, Lee's Summit, Elaine McKenzie, Centerview, and Becky Gard, Holden; her mother Mary Knaup, Pittsburg, Ks., Mary Wiley and Sharon Shannon, both of Arma, Ks., Arlene Moyer, Houston, Texas, and Charlene Metz, Kensington, Pa.; 16 grandchildren and one great-grandson. Funeral services were Sunday, January 31, 1993, at Ben Cast & Son-Wood funeral Home, Holden. Burial was in Holden Cemetery.

POWELL, Joan COPELAND
1949-2020
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Joan Powell, 71 of Adrian, Missouri passed away Monday, May 4, 2020 in rural Bates County. Graveside services will be held Saturday, May 9, 2020 in White Oak Cemetery near Urich, Missouri. Joan was born February 5, 1949, in Clinton Missouri to Ellsworth and Ruth Ryan Copeland. She was primarily a life long resident of the Bates county area. She grew up on a farm in rural Bates county near the Henry county border and attended Ballard School. Joan spent many years as an over the road semi truck driver and operated other trucking businesses throughout the years. She also operated a florist and greenhouse for several years in Appleton City, Mo.. Joan contributed to many other events with her unique talents of custom sewing and interior decorating during her life time. She had a huge heart for children and small animals and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Joan was preceded in death by her parents Ellsworth and Ruth Copeland, an infant sibling Ronald Copeland and young niece Debbie Copeland. She is survived by a daughter Christina Wood and husband Keith, Maryville MO. and a son Kevin Ryles, Kansas City, MO., an adopted granddaughter, Chloe Jones, who resided with her in Adrian, MO. Along with a brother Richard Copeland of Topeka, KS, sister Lois Copeland of Oak Grove, MO., step-grandchildren, Tony and Stacy Wood, with their daughters Kensely and Gracelyn of Maryville MO. Lindsay Wood, Baltimore Maryland, Daniel and Whitney Dody and their two sons Corban and Abram of Clinton, MO. She also leaves behind nephews Danny Copeland of Garden City, MO., Micheal Kesterson and (Tara) of Blue Springs MO., and two nieces Dawn Copeland Lamb of Louisburg, KS and Melissa Kesterson of Oak Grove MO. along with several other great nieces and nephews.

POWELL, Laura Leona VICKERS
1909-2003
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 30 2003 - Laura Leona Powell, 94, Clinton, died Monday, December 29, 2003, at Westwood Nursing Center. Cremation. She was born November 14, 1909, at Seymour, daughter of Norman Coleman and Lillie Viola Hyder Vickers. She was a supervisor for a mail order catalog. Preceding her in death were her parents; one son, David Leonard Powell; three brothers, Robert Vickers, Johnny Vickers, Hubert Vickers; one granddaughter, Cynthia Coward; four great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Survivors include two daughters, Eunice Knisely, Clinton, and Gladys Babbitt, Grandview; eight grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and one sister, Dorothy Wray, Booneville.

POWELL, Maggie Myrtle BOURLAND
1909-2003
Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 17 2003 - Maggie Myrtle Powell was born September 15, 1909, in Osceola, to Edward and Laura Cleveland Bourland. She died February 10, 2003 at the Appleton City Manor in Appleton City. Myrtle became a Christian at an early age and her devotion to God remained steadfast throughout her life. On January 15, 1928, she was married to Casper A. Powell. They made their home in the Kansas City area from 1941 until moving to Lowry City in 1959. Myrtle was a wonderful mother and instilled great Christian values in her immediate family which will carry on for generations. Myrtle was a wonderful cook and loved to prepare for others. She was preceded in death by her husband Casper A. Powell, on May 13, 1990; her grandson, Larry Ray Nichols, and granddaughter, Brenda Lea Nichols; three brothers and three sisters. Myrtle is survived by her son, Donald Casper Powell, Appleton City; daughters, Joyce Jean Nichols, Appleton City, Geneva Maxine Dunlap, Appleton City, Doris June Quillin, Eldon, Laura Lea Sisney, Clinton; brothers, Forrest Bourland, Appleton City, Horrace Bourland, Lowry City; two sisters, Cleo Simms, Appleton City, Leona Jamison, Osceola; 14 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, seven great-great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. funeral services were Wednesday, February 12, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel. Burial was in Lowry City Cemetery.

POWELL, Martha C.
1821-1889
Deer Creek Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Sep 21 1889 - Friday afternoon, September 13, Mrs. Martha Powell, who for years has been an invalid, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Thomas Day, near Lewis. Born in Washington county, Pa. in 1821. Laid to rest in Deer Creek cemetery.

POWELL, Patricia G. LENAHAN
1922-2008
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 4 2008 - Patricia G. Powell, 86, Clinton, died Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, at Golden LivingCenter-Westwood, Clinton. She was born March 20, 1922, the daughter of Patrick and Mabel (McCaffrey) Lenahan in Tonganoxie, Kansas. She married Richard H. Powell on June 2, 1947, in Tonganoxie, Kansas. She was employed as a bookkeeper at Western Auto in Clinton for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard; four brothers, James, Robert, Joe and John Lenahan, and one sister Mary Alice Stubbs. Patricia is survived by two sons, Timothy P. Powell and wife Peggy, Montrose, and Dennis Powell of Clinton; two grandsons, Zachary and Jeremy Powell, both of Clinton; one granddaughter, Lora Powell, Warrensburg; one sister, Margaret Lenahan of Tonganoxie, Kansas, as well as nieces and nephew. Funeral Mass was held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Clinton, on Friday, Oct. 24, with interment in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

POWELL, Richard Harold "Dick"
1913-2001
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Apr 13 2001 - Richard Harold "Dick" Powell, son of Earl Delno and Susie (Davis) Powell, was born May 24, 1913, in Horace, Kansas, and died at the Vencor Hospital, Kansas City, on April 3, 2001, at the age of 87 years. Dick married Patricia G. Lenahan on June 2, 1947, in Tonganoxie, Kansas, and to this union two sons were born. Dick moved to Clinton in 1954 and in 1958 he became employed with Sherman's Plumbing and Heating as a salesman of the appliance section. He left Sherman's and worked as a sales representative for Waddell & Reed for seven years and later returned to Sherman's where he retired in 1990. Dick was a Cubmaster of Pack 430 in the early '60s. He was a lifetime member of the Elks Lodge where he was a past exalted ruler and secretary-treasurer. He was a member of the Eagles in Clinton. He was also a member of the Clinton Country Club for 45 years. He is survived by his wife, Patricia G. Powell of the home; two sons, Dennis Powell and wife, Loretta of Clinton and Timothy Powell and wife, Peggy, of Montrose; three grandchildren, Zachary Powell, Jeremy Powell and Lora Powell, as well as one brother, Earl D. Powell of Lenora, Kansas. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Friday, April 6. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery.

POWELL, Rochelle C.
1916-1991
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Rochelle C. Powell, 75, died Sunday evening, December 1, 1991 at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. He was born in Benton County June 2, 1916, the son of the late Claude and Olive Beyer Powell. On February 29, 1936 in Sedalia, he married Ruby L. Rabourn. He worked 17 years as a meat cutter at Whiteman Air Force Base before retiring in 1975. He had served in the US Army during World War II. He was a member of the American Legion Post 82 in Windsor and the United Methodist Church of Windsor. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Jane Powell of Kansas City; one grandson Andrew Powell also of Kansas City; and a sister Naomi Miller of Windsor. Funeral services will be Wednesday, December 4, 1991 at Hadley Funeral Home in Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

POWELL, Rodney L. Sr.
1930-2012
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 10 2012 - Rodney L. Powell of Mary Esther, Florida, formerly of Windsor, died Saturday, February 4, 2012, on his 82nd birthday. Rodney was the son of John O. Powell and Mary E. (Booth) Powell. They owned Superior Hatchery in Windsor and the Booth family owned Booth Hatcher in Clinton. Rodney retired in Florida after 46 years of service with the United States Department of Defense. Funeral services were Thursday, February 9, at Emerald Coast Funeral Home, Fort Walton Beach, Florida, with burial at the Barrancas National Cemetery in Pensacola, Florida. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Gloria; son John; daughter Mary Serafin and husband Mark; four grandchildren, Chenoa, Kristin, Rebecca, and Brian. One son, Rodney L. Powell Jr., preceded him in death.

POWELL, Ross Jacobs Dr.
1907-2000
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 18 2000 - Dr. R. J. Powell, 92, died Wednesday, May 17, 2000, at the Golden Valley Hospital. - Clinton Daily Democrat, Jun 2 2000 - Dr. Ross Jacobs Powell - Ross Powell was born December 8, 1907, to Melville R. and Edna Jacobs Powell in Delphos, Kansas. He had an older sister, Grace, and two younger sisters, Edith and Marjorie. He was married October 10, 1937, to Irene Mathis. They had three sons, Jerry, Douglas and Rex. Douglas preceded him in death in 1961. His schooling through college was in Delphos and Salina. Then he graduated from the K.C. College of Osteopathy in 1938. He practiced at Enterprise, Kansas, and Blairstown briefly, before coming to Clinton in October 1942. He did a general practice in his own office until the Wetzel Clinic was established with which he was affiliated until his retirement in 1973. From then until 1989 he served as medical director of the Westwood Nursing Home. He was a member of the West Central District Osteopathic Physicians, of the Missouri Osteopaths Association. He was a Life Member of the College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists and of the College of General Practitioners. He was a member of the staff of the former Wetzel Hospital and the present Golden Valley Hospital during his active years. On community level, he was Henry County coroner in 1952; served two terms as a school board member, and was a member of the Henry County Health Board 1979083. He was on Mayor Price's Advisory Committee and on Mayor G.S. Wetzel's Committee On Integration. He was a member of the United Methodist Church where he served one term on the board and as a lay member. He was one of the chairmen for finances at the time of the building of this present structure. He was very interested in Scouting and served on local committees and as a merit badge counselor. He attempted to promote both Scouting and the Philmont Scout Ranch by sending a boy several years to the ranch. It was an award for the Scout who best exemplified the principles of Scouting during the previous year. He was honored to have three sons who achieved the rank of Eagle Scout and the God and Country Award. Just this past year he was further gratified when his grandson earned Eagle Rank. He maintained a keen interest in people and in the lives of former patients. He was also especially interested in birds, travels, wood working and gardening. Chiefly, he was a "family man" and more than earned their respect and love, as well as that of many other families. Memorial services for Dr. R. J. Powell were held at the Clinton United Methodist Church on Saturday, May 20. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

POWELL, William C. "Bill"
1923-2006
Oakland Cemetery, Moberly, Randolph Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 24 2006 - William C. "Bill" Powell was born in Rich Hill on August 19, 1923, the son of Clarence Donald and Kathleen (Copeland) Powell. He died Tuesday, October 10, 2006, at Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg at the age of 83 years. Bill served in the United States Air Force in World War II, serving in England, France, Belgium and Germany. He worked for Peabody Coal Company for 45 years, working in the Engineering and Land Departments. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton and a member of Ducks Unlimited. He was an avid sportsman. In 1962, Bill was appointed a Kentucky Colonel by Kentucky Governor Bert Combs. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Kathleen Powell, and his sister, Betty Stoltz. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Edda; two daughters, Cathy Sears and husband Jim, Moberly, and Donna Powell of Dallas, Texas, as well as two grandchildren, Keli Anne Sears of Olathe, Kansas and David Powell Sears, Warrensburg. Funeral services were held at the First Baptist Church, Clinton, on Monday, October 16. Graveside services and interment was in the Oakland Cemetery, Moberly.

POWERS, Alva Marion
1897-1954
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Alva Marion Powers was born December 4 1897 and entered into rest October 7 1954. He was united in marriage to Leona May Hopkins on Feb 3 1927 and to this union five children were born. Services were conducted by Vansant's and were held at Garland Baptist Church on October 10 1954. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

POWERS, Carrie CLARK
1848-1926
Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - The community at Shawnee Mound, was greatly shocked Friday afternoon to learn of the death of Mrs. Carrie Powers. Aunt Carrie (the name which everyone knew her by) was born in Petersburg, N.Y. on February 19, 1848. She grew to young womanhood and was educated in the schools of her birthplace. Her maiden name was Carrie Clark. She married Charles Edward Powers of Shawnee Mound, Mo., at Schaticoke, N.Y., March 30, 1870. She lived at her home one year after her marriage before coming west. After coming to Missouri, she lived one year on the place now owned by L. D. Powers. The remainder of her life was spent on the farm where she died, having lived there 54 years. Uncle Charley, as he was known here, passed away March 9, 1901, leaving Aunt Carrie a widow for 25 years. To this union was born one son, Clark Reynolds Powers. She leaves Clark and his wife, three grandchildren, Charles and Everett, at home, Mrs. G. E. Rucker near Shawnee Mound, and one sister, Mrs. John B. Clark near Petersburg, N.Y., to mourn her death. She also leaves other relatives and a host of friends in New York and Missouri, to mourn her passing away. Aunt Carrie was a member of the Baptist church of Petersburg, N.Y. She was also a charter member of the Ladies Aid Society of Shawnee Mound. Funeral services were held at the home Sunday afternoon. Burial was in Shawnee Mound cemetery.

POWERS, Charles Dale
1940-1988
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Funeral services for Charles Dale Powers, 47, were held Monday at the Consalus chapel. Burial was in Englewood. Mr. Powers died Thursday, April 21, in Joplin following a heart attack. He was a truck driver for Schreiber Foods. Survivors include his mother and father, Charles W. and Lorena Powers of Clinton; a brother, Gary Lynn Powers of Naples, Florida; an aunt, Maude Rucker of Clinton. He was a member of the Quarles Baptist Church.

POWERS, Charles William "Chuck"
1909-1997
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Charles William (Chuck) Powers, 88, son of Clark and Levina (Foster) Powers, was born July 11, 1909, at home on the C. E. Powers homestead located on the east side of Shawnee Mound. Charles departed from life December 1, 1997. Charles spent his entire life in the Shawnee Mound and Clinton communities. He graduated from Shawnee Mound High School in 1927. On Feb 16, 1938, Charles was united in marriage to Lorena Parker and to this union two sons were born, Charles Dale, who preceded him in death in 1988 and Gary Lynn. Charles lifetime career was farming and raising livestock and he was especially fond of tending his well-cared for cattle and hogs. Charles was assessor for his township for approximately 24 years. Funeral services for both Mr. and Mrs. Powers were held Wednesday, December 3, at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burials were in Englewood Cemetery.

POWERS, Clark Reynolds
1879-1956
Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clark Reynolds Powers, well known farmer and stockman who resided east of Shawnee Mound, died at 6:45 p. m., Apr. 22, at the Wetzel Hospital which he entered Apr. 14. Mr. Powers had been in ill health for the past six months. Surviving is his wife of the home; one daughter, Mrs. George Rucker, 601 E. Ohio; and two sons, Charles Powers of the Quarrels community and Everett V. Powers of Pana, Ill. At press time funeral arrangements at Schaberg Funeral Home were incomplete, pending the arrival of the son from Illinois.

POWERS, George Henry
1862-1933
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Urich Herald-Motrose Tidings, Urich, Henry Co, MO, Thursday, Jun 8 1933 - George Henry Powers passed away at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, June 4th, at his home near Maurine. Mr. Powers became ill in November, 1931, and had never been well since. March 15, 1932, he suffered a stroke of paralysis and was bedfast from that time until his death. Mr. Powers was born in Big Creek Township, west of Huntingdale, and his home was in the same vicinity during his entire life. About 1893 he was manager of a cooperative store at Hartwell for a few years. He also taught school about three years in the southeast part of the country, teaching part of the time at Finey school. In later years he devoted his attention to farming. He was married to Miss Mary Page, who died Feb. 14, 1905, leaving him with several motherless children. After her death he filled as best he could the place of the mother, rearing the children to maturity. The last several years, after all the children and married, one of the sons and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Alva Powers, had resided with him and kindly ministered unto him during his long invalidism. He is survived by the following children: Alva Powers, near Maurine; Uel Powers, who lives north of Urich in the Brushy neighborhood; Harold Powers of Higginsville; Mrs. Grace Brown of Odessa, and Mrs. Clarence Hopkins, east of Urich. He also leaves thirteen grandchildren. The deceased was held in high esteem by every acquaintance. Many years ago he united with the Salem Baptist Church. He had also been a Mason for years, first becoming a member at Urich, and later transferred his membership to Agricola Lodge. Funeral services were held last Sunday, at Corinth Baptist Church, near Petersburg. Burial was made in Carrsville cemetery.

POWERS, George Henry
1928-2016
Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
George H. Powers, 87 of Warrensburg, Missouri passed away Saturday, February 13, 2016 at the Warrensburg Veterans Home. George was born July 6, 1928 in Blairstown, Missouri, son of Uel and Belva (Hopkins) Powers. He graduated from College High School in Warrensburg. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. George was a farmer for the majority of his life. He also was employed with Johnson County Highway Department for several years. Survivors include two sisters: Elaine Powers of Warrensburg and Rosemary Lytle and husband, Gene of Lee’s Summit; two brothers: James Powers and wife, Peggy of Warrensburg and Thomas Powers and wife, Judy of Pawhuska, OK; brother-in-law: Marion Cox of Warrensburg and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters: Edith Cox and Effie Lindsey; and two brothers: Bill Powers and Joe Powers. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, February 17th at Williams Funeral Chapel in Warrensburg. Interment will follow in Warrensburg Memorial Gardens.

POWERS, John R.
1827-1895
Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton, MO, Oct 12 1895 - J. H. Powers died at his home near Shawnee Mound last Saturday and his funeral was preached at the residence on Sunday by Rev. J. H. Houx of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, to one of the largest assemblies ever seen at a funeral. He was born in New York State in 1827 and was one of our best and most respected citizens.

POWERS, Leona May HOPKINS
1907-1995
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Leona May Hopkins, daughter of Artiemus Acy and Effie Young Hopkins, was born Nov 9, 1907, near Calhoun, the third eldest of six children. The family later moved to the Norris community where she graduated from high school. On Feb 3, 1927, Leona was united in marriage to Alva Marion Powers and to this union five children were born. They lived on the family farm south of Norris and were active members of the Garland Baptist Church. Alva died in October of 1954 and Leona remained on the farm until the youngest daughter completed high school. In 1957, she moved to Kansas City to find work and was able to do what she loved -- sewing. Until her retirement she worked for the Peterson Cap and Gown Company and Wilson Sporting goods, taking much pleasure outfitting her grandchildren in miniature warm-up jackets exactly like the Globe-Trotters or other big name game players. While living in Kansas City, Leona was a member of the Bethany Baptist Church. She worked in the nurseries of the church, caring for the little babies most of the time. In 1971, Leona moved to Clinton to be near her family and has lived at her Wetzel Circle address for over 22 years. She always made sure her hands were busy, whether it was sewing for others or herself, crocheting or piecing quilts, most of which she gave to family members. Although her strength was failing, in January she started cutting and piecing another quilt. Leona entered Golden Valley Memorial Hospital on January 22, 1995, and found eternal rest on Saturday evening, March 4. Leona was a member of the First Baptist Church, Clinton, where she attended as long as her health permitted. She is survived by the children, Anna May (Mrs. Brack) Crooks, Marian Ruth (Mrs. Melvin) Childers, Betty Jane (Mrs. Henry) Bigler and Doris Lee (Mrs. Elmer) Fields, all of Clinton, and Earl Gene Powers of Creighton; as well as 18 grandchildren, Lola Lewis, Boyd and Gary Childers, Jim, Tom and Susan Crooks, Jerry Powers, Karen Huey, Dennis Fields, Jane Ballou, Melody Paddock, Julie, Bruce, Brian, Shawn, Tristan, Travis and Lindley Bigler and eight great-grandchildren. Also surviving is one sister, Mary Lett, and one sister-in-law, Wilma Hopkins, both of Odessa, and a host of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the First Baptist Church, Tuesday, March 7. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

POWERS, Lorena Fern PARKER
1912-1997
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lorena Fern Parker Powers, the third daughter of Abraham Lincoln Parker and Annie Sarah Rohning Parker, was born June 24, 1912, at the home five and one-half miles east of Clinton in the Alberta neighborhood. She returned to the Lord on November 30, 1997, at the age of 85 years. At the age of 18, she and her family moved into the Highland School neighborhood, four miles west of Calhoun. After finishing school, she was employed at a Clinton hatchery which was the popular place of employment at that time. She and Charles made their first home northeast of Shawnee Mound for several years, then moved to their own farm west of Quarles. They spent 38 years there making good and busy lives. Lorena was tax collector for Shawnee Township for 10 years. She and her family were dedicated members of the Quarles Baptist Church, having joined there in 1953. She was in the Sunday School and church chorister for over 20 years. Also, taught Sunday school classes there and at the Highland Sunday School for 52 years. Her husband, Charles, survives. However, he died on Dec 1, 1997, the day following Lorena's death.

POWERS, Lucy
1804-1892
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Oct 15 1892 - A Good Woman Gone - Mrs. Lucy Powers, mother of John and Charley Powers, died at the home of the latter, southeast of Shawnee Mound Sunday evening with complication of diseases. Born in central new York Dec. 2, 1804; has been residing in this state with her sons for a number of years. A Methodist who lived a Christian life. The body was embalmed by Frank Kitchen the night of her death. A short funeral service was held at the residence Monday afternoon and she was brought to Clinton and put on the early train for the old home in New York, there to be placed beside her husband. John and Charley Powers accompanied the remains.

POWERS, Mary Melissa PAGE
1870-1905
Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Feb 25 1905 - Mary Page was born in Henry County, August 9, 1870 and died at her home near Maurine February 15, 1905, being 35 years old. She married George Powers Oct. 25 1893, and had always been a faithful and devoted wife. She united with the Salem Baptist Church when she was about 19 and her life had been one singular reality and holiness. She had a strong hold on hopes for the future. Now Mary is gone, her loving presence, her gentle voice, her winning smile with nevermore greet us on this side. She was a faithful church and Sunday School worker. She leaves to mourn her loss a heartbroken husband, father and mother, 6 dear little children - Grace, Garnet, Ali, Uel, Harold and a darling little babe, who will never know a mother's love. Tenderly laid to rest in the Carrsville Cemetery.

POWERS, Michael F.
1978-2008
Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 29 2008 - Michael Powers, age 29, of Lavergne, TN. passed away Saturday, July 26, 2008 at his home. Services will be Thursday, July 31 at Vansant-Mills Chapel. Among survivors include his mother, Bonnie Anderson, Clinton; and two sisters, Cheryl Longhofer, Deepwater, MO. and Darla Wery, Gravois Mills, MO.; a nephew and three nieces.

POYNTER, Minnie SINGLE
1858-1924
Page Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Nov 14 1924 - Mrs. Wm. M. Poynter died in Clinton at 11:35 p.m. Saturday night with a complication of diseases. She had been in failing health for more than two years. Last year she and her husband traveled in the West in hopes of benefiting her health, but returned home some time ago. About ten days previous to her death she became much worse so her husband took her to the hospital, where she was given every care until the end came. Minnie Single was born in Indianola, Texas, July 6th, 1858. Her father was killed during the Civil war, so a few years later her mother remarried. She came to Bogard township, Henry county in 1867, with her parents from St. Louis, where she grew to young womanhood. At the age of 16 she started teaching in her home township. For 31 years she gave herself unstintingly to the youth of that neighborhood in the service of education, giving them aspiration for higher, better things, and guiding their feet in paths of righteousness In those 31 years she kindled the fires of ambition in many a heart and could we but know all the results we would wonder how much the life of one little woman who does her best, can count for. Nobody realizes the influence of the life of a good teacher. She was united in marriage to William M. Poynter, at the old Wehmeyer homestead, west of Blairstown, April 25th, 1905. Immediately they moved to Avalon, Mo., where they lived until eight years ago, when they came to Clinton. Mrs. Poynter was a home loving woman, who devoted her time to the keeping of a lovely home She had poor health most of the time she lived in Clinton, so did not make a wide acquaintanceship, but she was loved by the circle of friends she made in her own neighborhood. She was a true gentlewoman, delighting in the beautiful things of life. She was raised in the Episcopal church, her mother being a native of England. She is survived by one brother, Charles Single, and three half-brothers -- William H., George and Robert Wehmeyer, all residing in Bogard township. She also leaves the following stepchildren, most of whom came for the funeral -- W. L. Poynter, Los Angeles, Calif.; George W. Poynter, Bigelow, Mo.; James Poynter, Kansas City; Mrs. Ethel Clayton, Raytown, Mo.; E. C. Poynter, Mendon, Mo.; R. F Poynter, Purdon, Mo.; Sam C. Poynter, Fortescue, Mo.; Harold Poynter, Cameron, Mo. Her body was taken to Blairstown Tuesday noon, where the funeral services were conducted at the Presbyterian church. Interment in the Morrow cemetery, southwest of Blairstown.

PRATER, Dorothy Jane FELLHAUER
1926-2010
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 3 2011 - Dorothy Jane Prater, 84, Clinton, died Friday, November 12, 2010 at St. Joseph Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri. She was born Jun 26, 1926 in Clinton, the daughter of Elmer Bryan and Gladys (Treadway) Fellhauer. Doroty was a graduate of Clinton High School. She was a member of the Clinton Christian Church. She is survived by her husband, Tom and one son, Matt of the home; two daughters, Theresa McClellan and husband, Rick of Jefferson City, Missouri and Cindy Minnick and husband John of Clinton, Missouri; four grandchildren, Kristen McClellan Thiessen of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Connor McClellan of Springfield, Missouri, Nora Baumgarden and Grace Minnick, both of Clinton and one great-granddaughter, Ireland Marie McClure of Clinton as well as one niece, Rebecca Brown of Columbia, Missouri and two nephews, Eddie Brown of Montrose and Larry Brown of Clinton. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Wednesday, November 17. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery.

PRATER, Mary Louise LOYD
1951-2010
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 1 2010 - Mary Louise Prater, 59, Bates City, died Saturday, October 30, 2010, at Golden LivingCenter-Westwood in Clinton. Mary was born on May 11, 1951 in Kansas City, the daughter of Eugene and Dorothy Alene (Houk) Loyd. She was a bookkeeper for several years with Kenworth Trucking Company. Mary loved animals, especially her cats, enjoyed pitching horseshoes with her father, Eugene, and adored her daughter, Sandy, and her grandchildren, Trevor and Brittany. Her family meant everything to her. She was a member of the Eastside Assembly of God Church at one time. She is survived by her father, Eugene Loyd of Clinton; her daughter, Sandy Sanders of Independence; her brother, Donald Loyd of Arnold; two grandchildren, Trevor Sanders and Brittany Sanders, both of Blue Springs; her lifelong friend, Janie Bettinger of Bates City; several aunts, uncles, cousins and two nieces, Misty Mitchell and Elizabeth Cohen. She was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Loyd, and her infant brother, Steven Eugene Loyd. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 3, at Consalus Funeral Home, Clinton. Burial will be at Parks Chapel Cemetery, Clinton.

PRATER, Thomas Henry
1928-2012
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 5 2012 - Thomas Henry Prater, son of Wallace Odell and Nora Marie (O'Keefe) Prater, was born August 3, 1928, in Dallas, Texas. He died on February 26, 2012, at his home in Clinton at the age of 83 years. Tom served in the United States Army in Korea. He was married to Dorothy Jane (Bryan) Prater, who preceded him in death on November 12, 2010. Tom retired from KCP&L in 1993 after working as a foreman machinist in the fuel department for 30 years. He also worked for Reliant Coal/Peabody Coal in Appleton City. He loved to deer and turkey hunt. Tom's hobbies included restoring John Deere tractors, sports cars and motorcycles. He was always helping friends in need. Tom was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy; his parents, Wallace and Nora Prater, and his brother, Wallace Alan Prater. Survivors include his daughters, Theresa McClellan (Rick), Jefferson City, and Cindy (John) Minnick, Clinton, and son, Matt, of the home; grandchildren, Kristen McClellan (Mike) Thiessen, Colorado Springs, Colorado, Connor McClellan, Springfield, Nora Minnick (Marc) Baumgarden, Clinton, and Grace Minnick; great-grandchildren, Amy Baumgarden and Ireland Marie Baumgarden; as well as numerous friends and family. Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 29 at Vansant-Mills Chapel. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PRATER, Wallace Alan
1923-2005
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 8 2005 - Wallace Alan Prater of Clinton was born March 28, 1923, in Stafford, Kansas, the son of Wallace Odell and Nora Marie O'Keefe Prater. He died May 18, 2005, at his home at the age of 82 years. Alan was an Eagle Scout and member of the tribe of the Mic-O-Say. He graduated from Clinton High School in 1942. He studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Missouri in Columbia. He served in the Army Air Corps in World War II with tours of duty in Northern Africa, Italy and Southern France. He was employed by the Pioneer Coal Company near Appleton City until they closed in 1963. He spent the remainder of his life farming and raising cattle on the family farm north of Clinton. Alan was an avid supporter of the Missouri Tigers football program, Clinton High School basketball and the Kansas City Royals. Alan is survived by a brother, Tom and his wife Dorothy, Clinton; two nieces, Theresa McClellan and family of Jefferson City and Cindy Minnick and family of Clinton and a nephew, Matthew, also of Clinton. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Saturday, May 21. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PRATER, Wallace Odell
1895-1966
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Tuesday, Jan 4 1966 - Wallace Odell Prater, Route 1, Clinton, died suddenly from an apparent heart attack at 12:40 am Saturday, Jan. 1, 1966. He was born in Stafford County, Kan., June 17, 1895. Funeral services were held Monday, Jan. 3, at the Consalus Chapel, interment in Englewood. Mr. Prater was an electrical engineer-machinist. He moved to Clinton with his family in 1936 when he joined the Missouri Public Service Company and was made Production Superintendent of the entire company, including its plants at Clinton, Pleasant Hill, Trenton, Warrensburg and Nevada. In the position as production superintendent he was stationed at the Clinton power plant. For a period he also served as Missouri Public Service Company's local manager at Clinton. After his association with Missouri Public Service, during the second world war, he was Works Engineer at Lake City. Since then, for a number of years, he owned and operated the Clinton Engineering Company and had engaged in farming. Earlier experiences that called for Mr. Prater's talents included that as an engineer inspecting boilers for the ocean Insurance Company. He was a Chief Petty Officer in the US Navy, serving for more than 10 years, and received one of the Navy's highest commendations for helping to save a man's life in shark infested waters. Mr. Prater was a member of the Clinton Rotary Club during his years with Missouri Public Service Company. Survivors include the wife, Nora, of the home; two sons, Alan of the home, and Tom of 116 East Wilson St., Clinton; two grandchildren, Theresa and Cynthia Prater, Clinton; one sister, Mabel Briszidine of Planada, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews.

PRATHER, Lottie Mae ZELLERS
1919-2002
Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 3 2002 - Lottie Mae Prather, 82, Fort Scott, Kansas, died Tuesday, July 2, 2002, at Fort Scott Mercy Hospital. She was born October 14, 1919, in Urich, the daughter of George C. and Myrtle Amy Smith Zellers. She married Raymond Neal Prather April 14, 1938 at Clinton. He died January 26, 1996. She helped with the family farm and also worked at Key Industries for 17 years and Western Insurance Company for 11 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, the Women of Western (WOW) and enjoyed quilting with the West Liberty Ladies. Survivors included a daughter, Janice Lawless, Joplin; two sons, James Prather, Bella Vista, Arkansas, and Roger Prather, Chanute, Kansas; five grandchildren; four step-grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by one son, Ronald Wayne Prather; three brothers, Audrey, Luther and Arthur Zellers, and one sister, Anna Mae Mendenhall. Funeral services will be Friday, July 5, in the Cheney Witt Memorial Chapel. Burial will be in the Norris Cemetery at Hartwell.

PRATT, Alice D. HAYWARD
1941-2017
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Alice D. Pratt, 75, of Warsaw, Missouri, died Monday morning, January 9, 2017 at her home. She was born November 20, 1941, in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts, the daughter of Harry Elmer Hayward and Ruth Leona (Beal) Hayward. On December 8, 1967, in East Bridgewater, she married Richard William Pratt and he preceded her in death on June 11, 2010. Mrs. Pratt was a homemaker. She led a quiet life, always taking care of her family. She had spent most of her life in the Portland, Maine area. Survivors include 2 daughters, Darline Frasier, Warsaw, Mo.; Denise Wilcox and friend, Fred Boullie, Westbrook, Maine; 3 sons, William Pratt and wife Rita, Windsor, Mo.; Mike Pratt, Warsaw, Mo.; Richard E. Pratt and wife Tonya, Westbrook, Maine; 13 grandchildren, Ricky LaPoint, Bobby Price, Kristina Price, Alicia Price, Kyle Frasier, Sarah Ward, Rayvn Wimbish, Alaina Allen, James Allen, Travis Wilcox, Dillon Wilcox, Andrew Pratt and Alex Pratt; and several great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Janet Price; and a granddaughter, Olivia Pratt. Funeral services are being rescheduled to Monday, January 16, 2017, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, Mo. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery.

PRATT, Freda Ruth MILLER
1913-1991
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Freda Ruth Miller was born November 2, 1913, the daughter of George Ernest and Virgie Redford Miller. She married Warren Stephen Pratt September 19, 1975 at Holden. He was born October 17, 1901, the son of Edwin A. and Annie E. Morgan Pratt. Warren died July 27, 1987. When she died March 11, 1991 at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton, she left one brother, Glen R. Her husband and another brother, Charles Miller, preceded her in death. Freda was buried in the Urich Cemetery.

PRATT, George
d: 1899
Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Saturday, Dec 30 1899 - George Pratt, who has been living on C. E. Dutro's farm in Bear Creek township, died of pneumonia last Thursday night and was buried in Bear Creek cemetery, Saturday.

PRESIDENT, Leo
1905-1993
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Leo President, 87, central Kansas City, died Friday, April 23, 1993 at the home. Services will be Saturday at the Second Missionary Baptist Church of Windsor; burial in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor. Mr. President was born in Lincoln and lived in the Kansas City area most of his life. He was an interior and exterior decorator before he retired. He was a member of the church. Survivors include two daughters, Vera Roulette and Ruth Thomas; a brother Titus President, and two sisters, Quindola Miniefee and Ella Tiplar, all of Kansas City; 10 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren.

PRESSGROVE, Joseph L. "JL"
1909-2006
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 13 2006 - Joseph "J. L." Pressgrove, 97, Clinton, died Saturday, December 9, 2006, at Golden Valley Hospital. He was born on November 12, 1909, in Bovina, Texas, son of Ulysses Sherman Pressgrove and Anna Mary Hunley Pressgrove. He married the former Mary Virginia Groff of Clinton on August 28, 1948, in Kansas City. Preceding him in death were his parents; two brothers, Leon and LeRoy; three sisters, Ada, Verna and Violet, and nephews, Calvin Smith, Clinton, and Robert Groff, Omaha, Nebraska, and a niece, Marilyn Groff Larsen, Omaha, Nebraska. Survivors include his wife Mary, and nieces and nephews, Shirley Rosser, Duncan, Oklahoma, Nancy Cool, Topeka, Kansas, Karen Figge, Topeka, Kansas, Joy Crawford and Betty Bramcale of Clinton, Ronald Pressgrove, Topeka, Kansas, Roger Pressgrove, California, Harold Smith and Norman Smith of Clinton and Glen Groff, Florida. Joe was also survived by numerous great-nieces and great-nephews, one of which was Gregg Smith, Clinton, a special caregiver. Joe was a farmer in Lyford, Texas, and the Brownsville, Texas area for many years. He was a Mason for 67 years. After moving back to Clinton, Joe and Mary returned to Texas each winter to see their many friends for as long as they were able. Joe walked every day and was very active until recently. Services were held Tuesday, December 12, at Consalus Funeral Home in Clinton with burial in Englewood Cemetery.

PRESSGROVE, LeRoy J.
1906-1992
Czech-Moravian Cemetery, Rossville, Shawnee Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - LeRoy J. Pressgrove, 86, Topeka, Ks., died Thursday, November 12, 1992 at Topeka Hospital. He was a brother of Joseph Pressgrove of Clinton. Mr. Pressgrove was born in Mission, Ks. and worked as a section hand on the Union Pacific Railroad. He is survived by his wife, Josephine, and two daughters. Services were Monday at the Verscheleen Chapel, with burial in the Czech-Moravian Cemetery near Della, Ks.

PRESSGROVE, Mary Virginia GROFF
1918-2007
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 27 2007 - Mary Virginia Pressgrove, 89 of Clinton, Missouri, died Monday, December 24, 2007 at the Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Services will be held Friday, December 28, 2007 at Consalus Funeral Home in Clinton. Burial will be in the Englewood Cemetery. Mary Pressgrove was born on September 7, 1918 in Clinton, Missouri, the daughter of James Edward and Lelia V. (Logan) Groff. She grew up in Clinton and attended Clinton grade and High Schools. She married Joseph L. Pressgrove on August 28, 1948 in Kansas City, Missouri. He preceded her in death on December 9, 2006. After their marriage they lived in Texas returning to Clinton in 1979. Mary was employed by Valley Telephone Coop and was of the Methodist faith. She and her husband, Joseph also farmed. Mary is survived by five nieces, Joy Crawford, Betty Brazeale, Karen Figge, Nancy Cool, Shirley Rosser; five nephews, Glen Groff, Harold Smith, Norman Smith, Ronald Pressgrove and Roger Pressgrove. Also a number of great nephews and nieces, one of whom is Gregg Smith, a special caregiver along with Vinnie and Mary Jane. She was preceded in death by her husband, four brothers Clay, George Jackson, John Davidson and Hugh Groff and by an infant sister and two other sisters, Mildred Smith and Juanita Parker, two nephews, Calvin Smith, Robert Groff and one niece, Marilyn Groff Larsen.

PRESTON, Dora Fay ALBIN
1894-1994
Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Dora Fay Albin Preston died Thursday, October 27, 1994, at the Warrensburg Manor Care Center in Warrensburg. Dora Fay Albin was the oldest of nine children born to Frank and Nannie (Taylor) Albin. She was born near Chilhowee on March 23, 1894, on what is known now as the Jim Collett Farm. She grew up in the Chilhowee community, attending school there and studying music under the late Miss Mary Kern. On March 31, 1915, Dora and Luther Elmer Preston drove by horse and buggy to Centerview and boarded a train for Warrensburg, where they were married. She attended the Union Church (now Methodist church) until after her marriage. She then joined the Chilhowee Southern Baptist Church in May of 1919. She was a faithful member wherever she lived, giving of her musical talent. In 1921, she joined the Order of Eastern Star. She went through the offices and served as Worthy Matron in 1925. She was a member over 60 years. She was also a member of the Chilhowee Senior Citizens. She lived all of her life in southern Johnson County, three years in Warrensburg, 40 years in Leeton and the rest of her life in and around Chilhowee. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Luther in August of 1959; four brothers and sisters died in infancy; two sisters, Mrs. Iva McReynolds in 1980, Mrs. Elizabeth Tillman in 1988; two brothers, Marion Albin in 1984 and Hugh Albin in 1989; one granddaughter, Deanna Collett McBee in 1988. She leaves a daughter, Mary Anna Collett, Chilhowee; one grandson-in-law, Richard McBee of Buffalo, MO., and one great-grandson, Wesley Eugene McBee of Buffalo; two nieces, six nephews and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were Sunday, October 30, at the Chilhowee Baptist Church. Burial was in Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg.

PRESTON, Hattie Vera HARBSTREET MORGAN BYRD
1898-2003
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 27 2003 - Hattie Vera Harbstreet Byrd Preston, 104, Kansas City and formerly of Urich and Clinton, died Friday, April 25, 2003, at the Wright's Residential Care Center, North Kansas City. Hattie was born near Hartwell on September 12, 1898, to Mary and Otto Harbstreet. She was married to Oral Morgan in 1917 and widowed two years later when Oral died during the influenza epidemic of 1919 in Germany. In 1921 she was married to Clarence C. Byrd, also of Henry County and a veteran of World War I. Clarence had moved to Colorado for his health after the war, having been a victim of mustard gas attacks. He homesteaded near Durango, Colorado, and brought Hattie to the homestead as a bride. They had two children while living there, Richard and Norma. The Byrds moved back to Missouri in 1937 to be closer to schools and to be near their parents. Clarence and Hattie celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1971 shortly after they moved to a home in Clinton. Clarence passed away in 1973. In her mid-80's Hattie married Wayne Preston, also of Clinton. Wayne passed away in 1984. Surviving Hattie are a daughter, Norma and her husband Ted Smith, Kansas City; a son Richard and wife Jean Byrd of Durango, Colorado; granddaughters, Dr. Mana Hobson of Santa Rosa, California, and Marian Bock of New Madrid; grandsons, Mark Willie of Flagstaff, Arizona, David Byrd of Little Rock, Arkansas, and Chris Byrd of Fort Worth, Texas; six great-grandchildren and on great-great-grandchild. Hattie was a long-time member of the Christian Church in Clinton, the American Legion Auxiliary and the Eastern Star. Hattie will be remembered by those who knew her for her love of beauty and flowers and her sense of self. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Monday, April 28. Burial was in the Urich Cemetery.

PRESTON, Jewell Berneece GRAY
1913-1991
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Jewell Berneece Gray Preston, 78, Clinton, passed away Saturday, October 26, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. She was born July 14, 1913 on a farm in the Calhoun area. She was the daughter of Wellie L. and Chloe Raney Gray. She had one brother, Logan. She attended both Calhoun grade school and Shawnee Mound grade school. She graduated from Clinton High School in 1932. On June 8, 1940, Berneece married Leland Taylor Preston of Chilhowee. They were married in Clinton by Rev. Paul Stauffer, minister of the Christian Church. God blessed this union with two sons, Gary Gray Preston, Born November 5, 1941 and Jerry Leland Preston, born May 20 1944. Berneece accepted Christ at a very young age. She lived her life and raised her family in a way that brought God's smile upon her face at all times. In her younger years she enjoyed working in the church with all her friends as well as bowling on various leagues. In her later years she has enjoyed the fellowship at the Senior Center. Preceding her in death was her mother Chloe in 1949, her father Well in 1972, and her brother Logan in 1983. Berneece is survived by her husband Leland Taylor Preston of the home; her son Gary Gray Preston and wife Barbara, and their two children Julie Ann Fellhauer and Chad Taylor Preston, all of Clinton; another son, Jerry Leland Preston and wife Myrna and their two children Jennifer Jewell Preston, all of Lee's Summit; Sherri Adine Preston of Dallas, Tx. She also leaves one nephew, Gene Gray and his family of Clinton, and a host of friends. Graveside services were held Tuesday, October 29, 1991, at Englewood Cemetery.

PRESTON, Leland Taylor
1915-1995
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Leland Taylor Preston, 79, Raymore, formerly of Clinton, died Friday, August 4, 1995, at his home. Graveside services were Monday, August 7, at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. He was born in Chilhowee and lived in Independence and Clinton before he moved to Raymore two years ago. He was a meat cutter for United Super before he retired in 1977. He was a member of the Clinton Christian Church. He is survived by his wife Zelma of the home; two sons, Gary Preston, Clinton, and Jerry Preston, Lee's Summit; four brothers, Wilmer Preston and Stanley Preston, both of Warrensburg, Alva Preston, Buckner, and Estil Preston, Chilhowee, and four grandchildren.

PRESTON, Mary BANCROFT
1931-2005
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 9 2005 - Mary Preston, 74, Houma, Louisiana, died Tuesday, March 8, 2005, at Terrbonne General Hospital in Hauma. She was born February 5, 1931, near Warrensburg, the daughter of John and Mildred Bancroft. On May 13, 1949, in Lexington, she married James Lee Preston, who died in March 1990. Survivors include five sons, Kevin, Houston, Texas, Monte, Hauma, Louisiana, Robin, Houston, Texas, Mitchell, Roanoke, Virginia, and Shane, Hauma, Louisiana; one daughter, Jayme Gayle Taylor, Warrensburg; 18 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; her mother, Mildred Bancroft, Clinton; two sisters, Ann Kizer, Clinton, and Elizabeth Dameron, Chilhowee. She was preceded in death by her husband James; her father and three grandchildren. Memorial services are incomplete.

PRESTON, Vyna Marie KENNEDY
1941-1994
Pisgah Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Vyna Marie Kennedy was born June 3, 1941, in Strasburg. the daughter of Buford and Vyna Belcher Kennedy. She died December 9, 1994, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton at the age of 53. On September 1, 1961, Marie was united in marriage to Ralph Preston. She was a homemaker and had made her home in Chilhowee for many years. She loved her hobbies. She worked with crafts and she was also a painter. She was a member of the Church of Christ in Warrensburg. She is survived by her husband, Ralph, of the home one son, Jim Powell, Blairstown; one daughter, Donna Todd, Leeton; two brothers, Terry Kennedy and Delmar Kennedy, both of Holden, and eight grandchildren. Funeral services were Monday, December 12, at the Consalus Chapel in Chilhowee. Burial was in Pisgah Cemetery, Johnson County.

PRESTON, Zelma LINDSEY GREESON
1914-2006
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 27 2006 - Zelma Greeson Preston was born June 27, 1914, to William and Oneda Lindsey. She was the youngest of four children. During her childhood Zelma and her family resided in Windsor, then moving to Kansas City. They later moved to Clinton. Zelma and Tom Greeson married April 27, 1933. They had two children, RoseMarie and DeeAnn. Tom and Zelma successfully ran Greeson's Body Shop for many years in Clinton. They enjoyed numerous family vacations together. Zelma, a longtime member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, held various offices, such as superintendent and office secretary. She also taught youth class. She also went door-to-door spreading the Word of God and selling children's Bible stories. Zelma enjoyed nature. Fishing and camping with her family and grandchildren were some of her favorite pastimes. She also had a great love of music and visiting with her friends and also reading the Word of Jesus. Zelma married Leland Preston. They resided in Raymore. They enjoyed several years of companionship until his death in 1995. Zelma died March 16, 2006. She was preceded in death by her daughter RoseMarie Nickell; husbands Tom Greeson and Leland Preston; sister Lela Attwood, and two brothers, Wilbur and Ernest Lindsey. She is survived by her daughter DeeAnn Batschelet and husband Gene, and son-in-law Bill Nickell; grandchildren Keith Nickell and wife Tammy, Mark Batschelet and Jean Wagner; two great-grandchildren, Monica Nickell and Liz Rodgers and husband Doug, and great-great-grandson Tyler Rodgers; three nieces, Geraldine Fleming, Dixie Eberting and April Woods; nephew Robert Lee Robbins, and great-nephew, Robbie Robbins.

PREVETE, John H.
1947-2004
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 29 2004 - John H. Prevete, 57, rural Green Ridge, died Saturday morning, March 27, 2004, at Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg. He was born February 8, 1947, in Rockville Center, New York, the son of John Prevete and Ruth Anna (Andrews) Prevete. On July 6, 1969, at the El Dorado United Methodist Church, near Windsor, he married Rita True Galloway, who survives of the home. He served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He worked at the former Windsor Window Factory and later, in New York, he opened an auto body repair shop. He later joined the Teamsters Local 282 in New York, working as a truck driver for several years. After moving back to the Windsor/Green Ridge area, he joined the Carpenter's Local 777 in Kansas City where he worked as a carpenter until he became too ill to work. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Joseph Shelton Prevete, Green Ridge, and John d. "Jay" Prevete and his wife, Jennifer, Windsor; a daughter, Kelly P. Lewis and husband, Andrew, Easley, South Carolina; four grandchildren, Jaelyn Prevete, Jenna Prevete, Jaeci Prevete and Aubrey Lewis; two sisters, Ruth Deakin, Valley Stream, new York, and Rosie Evans, Glendale, Arizona, and nine nieces and nephews, Ruthy Murphy, Billy Deakin, Christopher Lenz, Rachelle Joronen, Jennifer Hunt, Sharon Upton, Danny Evans, Leeann Evans, Chyna Galloway Lenz. Graveside funeral services will be Wednesday, March 31, at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PREWETT, William Wesley
1836-1896
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Died at the family residence on East Green, June 3, 1896, after a short illness, W. W. Prewett, well known and respected citizen. He was born December 25, 1836 in Baltimore, Md. and at the age of 2, removed with his parents to Belmont county, Ohio, where he grew to manhood. He was married Jan. 1, 1863 to Elizabeth J. Amos of Monroe county, Ohio and their union was blessed with several children. He engaged in farming until 1881 when he came to Henry county, locating on the Ashby farm 3 miles northeast of Clinton, where he lived till a few years ago when he moved to Clinton. Since then he has been engaged in handling stock. A member of the M. E. church and a Christian gentleman.

PREWITT, James B.
1921-2005
Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pleasant Hill, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 8 2005 - James B. Prewitt, 84, died Thursday, August 4, 2005. He was born June 13, 1921, in Pleasant Hill. He graduated from Clinton High School in 1939 and served his country in World War II from 1942-1946 as a member of the United States Air Force. His tour duty included Europe, Africa, Asia and the Holy Lands. His career included JR Prewitt and Sons of Pleasant Hill, Westinghouse and KC Life. He was a Scoutmaster and Sunday School teacher for many years and attended the First Baptist Church of Lee's Summit. He leaves his wife of 62 years, Ella Mae; two daughters, Patty Peterson and husband, Dave, Shirley Olson and husband, Rich; four grandchildren, Chris and Carrie Davis, Rick Peterson, Mike Peterson and wife, Julie, and their two children, Sydney and Jordan; a sister, Irene Henry and husband Bob, Clinton. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Janet Sue; his parents, Harry and Mabel Prewitt, and siblings, Marie Braun and C. Allen Prewitt. Funeral services were Monday, August 8, at Langsford Funeral Home, Lee's Summit, with burial in Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

PREWITT, Pauline SHULSE
1924-2005
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 16 2005 - Pauline Shulse Prewitt, 80, Clinton, died Friday, May 13, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Graveside services were Monday, May 16, at Urich Cemetery. She is survived by one son, David Prewitt of Ft. Meyers, Florida; a daughter-in-law, Nova McFarland and husband Gary, Park Hills; one brother, Raymond Shulse and wife Genny, Clinton, as well as four grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

PREWITT, Retha A.
1905-2000
Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Apr 25 2000 - Retha Prewitt, 94, Wichita, Kansas, died Monday, April 24, 2000, at Life Care Center, Wichita. She is survived by two daughters, Mary Maze and Dorothy Gray, both of Wichita, Kansas, and one sister, Velma Stricker, Appleton City. Funeral services will be Thursday at the United Presbyterian-Methodist Church, Montrose, with burial in the Montrose Cemetery.

PREWITT, William Matthew "Matt"
1973-1992
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Former Holden resident, William Matthew (Matt) Prewitt, 19, was found dead of a gunshot wound in rural Lee's Summit over the weekend. Prewitt was found on his grandparents' property at approximately 10 a.m. Sunday. The Jackson County Medical Examiner's Office said it believes that the gunshot wound was self-inflicted, but that an investigation will continue. Prewitt was a 1992 graduate of the Lee's Summit High School and was enrolled at Longview Community College in Lee's Summit. He was the son of Patricia Ann Prewitt and the late William Prewitt of Holden. The family owned Prewitt Lumber in Holden until Prewitt was shot and killed at his rural home north of town in 1984. Mrs. Prewitt, who still claims that her husband was killed by an unknown intruder, was later convicted of the shooting and sentenced to life in prison.

PREZINGER, John Morton
1841-1908
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jan 9 1909 - John Morton Prezinger died December 30, 1908, at the home of his daughter in Sedalia. He was the son of Dr. J. M. Prezinger, who for many years lived at Euphemia, Ohio and came from Germany in early life. He was one of a very large family - only two still living, a brother, Dr. Mose Prezinger, and a sister, Mrs. Dr. J. R. Wellis, both of Dickinson, N.D. He was born December 3, 1841 and was 67. Married Clara Conard May 3, 1876. Five children, still living are Lettie Johnson of Clinton, Fletcher H. of Tacoma, Washington and Mrs. Addie Weakley of Sedalia. He moved from Ohio to Johnson County in 1869, where he engaged in the nursery business for about three years. He then moved to the Cal Conard farm, about nine miles southeast of Clinton, where many of the old residents will remember him, with his little ox team and homemade wagon. Here he leased five acres for five years, and again began growing nursery stock. He was so successful that before the five year lease was us, he was able to buy the 80 acre tract. This he at once planted in an orchard and those who knew him then will remember him and his thousands of bushels of apples, peaches and plums. One year he shipped by express 1800 bushels of peaches and 1100 bushels of plums, paying an express bill of over $2100. As his family grew up and his children left him, he parted with his orchard and bought property on South Main, where he lived for several years. Later he acquired valuable business property in Sedalia, where he lived for six years. He was an active member of the State Horticultural Society and of the K.P.'s in Clinton. During the long illness of his wife, his own health became impaired and after her death, he visited Eureka Springs for sometime. Not being materially benefited, physically and low spirited, he continued to fail until called to that better world. He was a man of remarkably strong character and unquestioned integrity. Just before he died he said: "We must all die. It is not hard to die, when we are at peace ... there is so little in an old man's life when the dearest part is gone." Burial in Englewood.

PRICE, Angeline Marie ARENS
1905-1997
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Angeline Marie (Arens) Price died Wednesday, July 9, 1997, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. She was born September 3, 1905, in Montrose, the daughter of Nicholas Francis and Anna Lenora Arens. She attended school at the parochial garde school and graduated from Montrose High School in May 1923. On June 4, 1927, she was united in marriage to Joseph T. Price of Clinton at the Immaculate Conception Rectory in Montrose with father William F. Roels officiating. Afterwards the newlyweds made their home in Clinton. For 70 years Angleline was a longstanding and faithful parishioner of Holy Rosary Church in Clinton, having served as a member of the St. Francis Circle as well as a valued member of the church choir for more than 30 years. Angeline and Joe celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on June 8, 1997, surrounded by their family and many friends. Since she died on July 9, it was as though God had granted her a last privilege to enjoy her 70th anniversary. She leaves a loving family, including her husband, Joe; two sons, Donald J. and wife, Kathy, of Naples, Florida, and James R. and wife, Eula Fern, of Clinton; one daughter, Linda Ruth of Falls Church, Virginia; five grandchildren, Mrs. Howard Korey (Courtney) and Joseph Evan Price of Chicago, Illinois, Mrs. Tom Staton (Cheri of Clinton, Mrs. Chris Eberting (Terri) of Kansas City, and Christopher James Price (Laura) of Overland Park, Kansas; five great-grandchildren, Sarah and Nathan Jordan, Lauren Eberting, Claire and Joseph Price; a sister, Elizabeth Arens of Kansas City, and a brother, Clem E. Arens of Springfield, Virginia, and nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 15, at the Holy Rosary Church in Clinton. Burial was in the family plot at Englewood Cemetery. Angleline's family remembers her as a dedicated mother and homemaker who loved her family by being a role model of purpose, discipline along with subtle sense of humor. She lived a long, fruitful life and will be missed by all.

PRICE, Anna J. RATHBURN
1914-2016
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Anna J. Price, 102, of Sedalia, Missouri, formerly of Windsor, Mo., died Sunday, November 27, 2016, at Four Seasons Living Center, Sedalia, Mo. She was born August 19, 1914, in Centerville, Iowa, the daughter of Zern Franklin Rathburn and Sarah Eleanor (Durbin) Rathburn. On May 22, 1943, in Pleasant Hill, Mo., she married Herbert A. Price and he preceded her in death on August 8, 1965. Anna was a 1934 graduate of LaMonte High School. She and Herbert lived in the Kansas City area for several years. She worked various jobs including a button factory, candy factory, and Montgomery Wards. In 1957 they bought a farm near Windsor. While in Windsor, she attended the United Methodist Church and was a caretaker for the elderly. After moving to Sedalia she was a member of the Broadway Baptist Church. Survivors include 4 nephews, Garry Edmundson, Warrensburg, Mo., Roger Rathburn and Jimmy Rathburn, both of Fulton, Il., and Jerry Rathburn, Wisconsin; 3 nieces, Betty McCampbell, Marshall, Mo., Lois Ann Kelly, Fulton, Illinois, and Maxine Flores, Sedalia, Mo.; several great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews; and a cousin James "Billy" Durbin, Unionville, Mo. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her twin sister Amy Marie Maki and her brother, Cleo Rathburn. Graveside services will be Thursday, December 1, 2016, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PRICE, Barbara Jean DUNNING
1949-2006
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 25 2006 - Barbara Jean Dunning Price was born July 15, 1949, in Clinton, the daughter of Miles Eli and Mildred Lorraine Miller Dunning and died Sunday, March 19, 2006, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. She was raised in Deepwater and attended grade school and high school there, graduating in 1967. She became a Christian on May 1, 1960 and was baptized and joined the First Baptist Church in Deepwater. As a young girl, Barbara was active in her church GA's, the 4-H Club, the school band and cheer leading. Barbara worked for two years at the University of Missouri in Columbia. Upon moving back to Clinton she married Roger D. Price on October 2, 1971. She worked four years for the Kaysinger Basin Regional Planning Commission. IN May 1975 she and Roger purchased the Wilson Market in Deepwater and they later moved to Deepwater. She also worked for the City of Deepwater as treasurer, Golden valley Hospital in the Medical Records Department and was a secretary for University Extension Center in Clinton. Barbara and Roger purchased Movieland Video and the Conoco Station in Warsaw and they made their home there. Barbara was beloved by family, friends and all who knew her. Her boundless enthusiasm and energy are legendary. She could accomplish more in one hour than most of us could do in a day and many of those projects were for other people. She takes a piece of our hearts with her into the rest she so surely deserves. She will be missed. She and Roger were blessed with two children, Ryan Matthew Price, born April 29, 1975, and Eric Nicholas Price, born December 9, 1978. She is survived by her husband Roger of the home; her two sons, Ryan of Warrensburg and Eric of Lincoln, as well as three grandchildren; her brother Larry Dunning of Deepwater and her aunt Norma McVey of Clinton, as well as a number of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, on Wednesday, March 22. Burial was in Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

PRICE, Betty Jean NOLD
1927-2005
Savannah Cemetery, Savannah, Andrew Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 12 2005 - Betty Jean Price, 78, died early Sunday morning, December 11, 2005, at her home at 262 NW Highway 7 in Clinton. Services will be December 14, at Briet-Hawkins Funeral Chapel in Savannah. She was born August 24, 1927, the daughter of Raymond L. and Mildred Nold of Savannah. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Eugene; daughter Peggy Jean Younger and husband Rex, Clearmont; son Leon Price and Carrie of Clinton; grandson Kris Younger and wife Sunny; their son and Betty's great-grandson Alex, Columbia, Dr. Kyle Younger, grandson, and his wife Alyssa, Overland Park, Kansas; brother Harold Hold, Savannah, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She loved to cook and was a food service manager at Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg for 32 years. She retired as a state employee in 1991. She was involved in Rainbow Girls, a past Worthy matron in the Eastern Star. She was a member of the Christian Church. Burial will be at Savannah Cemetery.

PRICE, Betty L. MILLER
1920-1999
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Betty L. Price, 79, Clinton, died Tuesday, July 6, 1999, at Research Medical Center, Kansas City. She was born to Carl and Florence Miller on May 18, 1920, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She had a brother, Robert, who preceded her in death. She graduated from Tom Tom Central High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and then went on to art school at Cincinnati Art Academy where she also graduated. During that time she took up modeling. Upon graduating from art school she returned to her hometown where her career in fashion art and modeling continued to grow. She became art director for Vandever's and also model for many ads. She was responsible for their company receiving many outstanding awards for several years. Her ads were in many newspapers across the country. She worked in big fashion companies such as Brown-Duncan, Cincinnati, Ohio; Vandever's, Tulsa, Oklahoma; Dillard's Department Stores, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Ft. Worth, Texas, and others, including Cline Department Store in Kansas City. Betty married L.R. "Bud" Price on March 27, 1943, In Tulsa, Oklahoma. By the early 50s they moved to Clinton, where they adopted three children, Charles R. Price, Deborah L. Hestand and Pamela S. Charles. After many years, the marriage was dissolved and she never remarried. She then moved back to Tulsa. While she was away her family grew and God blessed her with eight grandchildren. Because of her love for artwork she went back to work in fashion art for Dillard's department stores in Tulsa for many years. The company closed down the advertising department in Tulsa and transferred it to the Ft. Worth/Dallas department. She was asked to make the move with the company. Leaving her hometown was a very hard move for her, but she wanted to draw. She worked for them until her health failed and could no longer complete the fast-pace newspaper deadlines. At that point she moved back to Clinton, but her love for art never stopped. She was a very private person and many would say a loner. She suffered many heartaches and tragedies, but she came to know God and her world began to change. Her love for others grew and her willingness to help others was outstanding. She was always there to pick up the neighbor's nightly paper, carry their laundry or pick up a carton of milk or bread at the store. You also might find her at the senior center carrying trays of food for people who couldn't. This was the beginning of her many hours of services to others. She became a "Pink Lady" for the Golden Valley Hospital Auxiliary. Her time with them was shortened because of her heart problems, but she still served 1,105 hours. This opportunity gave her a real sense of giving that couldn't be replaced. Betty felt lost when she could no longer do her work, but she soon picked up the paintbrush again. That's when the real giving took place. Through her artwork you saw the beauty in her, her love for others and her willingness to share. She did many portraits of many individuals as well as for her church and the hospital auxiliary. Through God he gave Betty a precious talent, which she in return gave to all of us. Betty is survived by one son, Charles R. Price and wife, Kathy, Eldon; two daughters, Pam Charles and husband, Frankie, Clinton, and Debbie L. Hestand and husband, John, Clinton: one niece, Luanne Crow, and one nephew, William Miller. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Saturday, July 10. Burial was in the Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery.

PRICE, Bryan James
1964-1999
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Aug 27 1999 - Bryan James Price, 35, Calhoun, died Wednesday evening, August 25, 1999, at his home in Calhoun. He was born August 16, 1964, in Clinton, the son of Lonnie James Price and Carol Virginia (Hicks) Price. He graduated from the Calhoun High School and had worked as a service technician at the Shepherd Auto Dealership in Camdenton. Survivors include two daughters, Shaine Thompson and her husband, J. R. Thompson, Calhoun, and Megan M. Price, Calhoun; his parents, Lonnie and Carol Price, Calhoun; grandson, Dayton Thompson, Calhoun; two brothers, Kendall Lee Price, Eureka Springs, Arkansas, and Chad E Price, Calhoun; paternal grandmother, Fern Price, Windsor; several aunts, uncles, cousins and two nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Ryan Joseph Price; paternal grandfather, Maynard Price and his maternal grandparents, Earl and Josie Hicks. Graveside funeral services will be Saturday, August 28, at the Calhoun Cemetery.

PRICE, Donald Joseph
1931-2001
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Jan 16 2001 - Donald Joseph Price was born on January 22, 1931, to Joseph T. Price and Angeline Arens Price in Clinton. He died on January 11, 2001, in Naples, Florida. An outstanding student and athlete, Mr. Price was a graduate of Clinton High School. He played basketball for legendary coach Henry Iba while attending Oklahoma A&M State University. Mr. Price graduated from Central Missouri State University where he starred on the varsity basketball team. After graduation, he completed two years military service before starting his business career with the Travelers Insurance Company. He attended graduate school at the University of Wichita and received his Charter Life Underwriter certification from DePaul University. Later he joined Johnson and Higgins, a private insurance company, in Chicago. He managed sales, new account acquisition and personnel development. He is also remembered by many as a friend and mentor. After 32 years he retired in 1996 as a principal and senior vice-president. A member of the University Club of Chicago for over 30 years, Mr. Price served on the House, Rules and Employee Benefits committees. For a number of years he was also an active fund raiser for the Latin School of Chicago. Mr. Price was a member of the Board of Directors and former Commodore of the diamond Lake Yacht Club, Diamond Lake, Michigan. In recent years he joined Kensington Golf and Country Club, Naples, Florida. In retirement, he and his wife of 40 years, Kathy, continued to pursue their lifelong interest in world travel and histories of other civilizations. He divided the balance of his time between residences in Naples, Florida, and Diamond Lake, Michigan. Mr. Price is survived by his wife, Kathy; his daughter, Courtney, and husband, Howard Korey, son, Evan, and granddaughter, Jillian Korey, all of Chicago, Illinois. Other survivors include his brother, James R. Price and wife, Fern, sister, Linda R. Price, uncle, Clem R. Arens, all of Clinton, as well as many cousins and nieces and nephews. Funeral mass will be held Thursday, January 18, at St. Clements Catholic Church in Chicago. Burial will be Saturday, January 20, in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. - Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, Chicago, IL

PRICE, Ella Luretta SHOOK
1932-2013
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Ella L. Price, age 81 of Lincoln, Missouri passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2013 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, Missouri. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 13, 2013 at the Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton, Missouri. Interment will follow in Clinton Memory Gardens, Clinton, Missouri. Ella was born February 16, 1932 in St. Clair County, Missouri the daughter of Thomas and Della (Lingle) Shook. Ella was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church and Gideon's International. She liked horses and animals. Ella enjoyed reading her Bible and praying. Most of all she loved playing with her great-grandkids. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bud in 2003; one son, Jim VanEaton; great-granddaughter, Destiny; 4 brothers and 2 sisters. Survivors include two sons, Randy VanEaton of Clinton, Missouri and Charles Price of Sedalia, Missouri; three daughters, Diana Spitler of Clinton, Missouri, Debra Hestand of Appleton City, Missouri and Pamela Charles of Urich, Missouri; one brother, Howard Shook of Colorado; one sister, Erma Park of Lebanon, Missouri; 12 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren, as well as numerous other nieces, nephews and other family members. Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home of Clinton, Missouri.

PRICE, Elmer Jr.
1939-1991
Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Elmer Price Jr., age 52, Holden, Mo., passed away Friday, December 20, 1991 at St. Mary's Hospital, Blue Springs. He was born August 13, 1939 in Stonewall, Mississippi, the son of Elmer Sr. and Katie Mae (Doby) Price. He lived in Mississippi and for eight years in Lexington, Mo. before moving to Warrensburg in 1966. He moved to Holden in December 1991. On September 4, 1987 he married Inez Goodwin Frazier in Warrensburg. Mr. Price worked as a landscaper at Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg for twenty-five years. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church in Warrensburg, and he served on the Usher Board of the church. He leaves his wife Inez of the home; his mother Katie Mae Price, Stonewall, Mississippi; three stepsons, George Frazier, Kansas City, Joseph Frazier, Sacramento, Ca., and Steven Frazier, Holden; four stepdaughters, Queena Swartz, Blue Springs, Merita Stevens, Warrensburg, Julie Frazier and April Stout, both of Holden; four brothers, John Price, Harvey Lee Price, Patrick Price, and Mack Louis Price, all of Stonewall, Ms.; four sisters, Easter Pearl Cooper, Chattanooga, Tn., Sarah Looper, Beloxie, Ms., Barbara Ann Atterberry, Gaugier, Ms., and Mattie Lena Johnson, Racine, WI., and twenty grandchildren. Funeral service Saturday, December 28, 1991, at Shiloh Baptist Church, Warrensburg. Burial was in Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg.

PRICE, Harry Lee
1928-2004
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 26 2004 - Harry Lee Price was born February 5, 1928, in Clinton, son of Charles David and Luranah Ola Treadway Price. He died April 12, 2004, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. He married the former Ruth Wisner and she preceded him in death. He was a member of the Brownington Baptist Church. He was an avid rose gardener and loved sharing his roses. Survivors include one sister, Betty Jane Jons, Springfield, and cousins, Jim Price, Raymond Houts and Linda Price, all of Clinton. Graveside services were held April 15 at Englewood Cemetery.

PRICE, Lavenna Fern BALDWIN
1917-2003
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 8 2003 - Fern Price, 86, Windsor, formerly of Calhoun, died early Friday morning, December 6, 2003, at Fern's Care Center in Windsor. She was born June 28, 1917, in Bates County, near Worland, the daughter of Lon Baldwin and Lura (Franklin) Baldwin. In September 1935, she married Maynard W. "Slick" Price, who died April 9, 1998. She was a homemaker. Survivors include two sons, Lonnie J. Price, Calhoun, and William M. "Bill" Price, Windsor; a daughter, Huberta Groneman, Kansas City; five grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson; a brother, Vernie Baldwin, Coffeyville, Kansas; two nephews and one niece. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two grandsons, David Peel and Bryan Price; a great-grandson, Ryan Price, and a sister, Lois Jean Smith. Funeral services will be Tuesday, December 9, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Calhoun Cemetery.

PRICE, Lavina OAKES
1847-1938
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. B. F. Price, the mother of W. J. Price, about four miles east of Clinton, died rather suddenly about 5:30 p.m. May 17, 1938, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Phillip Miller, at Osceola, Iowa. Mr. Price, who was telephoned immediately, understood a weak heart caused his mother's death. She was born November 8, 1847, at Rutland in Meigs County, Ohio. In 1869 she moved to Iowa from where she and her husband and their son, W. J., came to Henry County in 1902, moving to the homeplace now occupied by the son. After the father's death in October 1918, the mother lived with her son and daughter. She lived just east of the Baptist church in Clinton several months about eight years ago, but since then had been in Iowa. Deceased joined the Freedom church about 30 years ago, and later became a member of the Clinton Christian church, where she retained her membership until death. She was a sweet and loving mother and grandmother and to her husband she was a devoted and wise helpmate. She is survived by her son and daughter, two brothers and a sister, living in northern United States. There are nine grandchildren. Funeral services will be at the Clinton Christian church on Friday. The body will be laid to rest in Englewood beside her husband.

PRICE, Loyal Raymond "Bud"
1918-2003
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 27 2003 - Loyal Raymond Price, 84, Clinton, died at his home after a long illness on Monday, February 17, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Ella L. Price, and children, Charles Price and wife Kathy, Eldon, Diana Spitler, Clinton, Debbie Hestand and husband Johnny, Deepwater, Randy VanEaton and wife Brenda, Clinton, and Pamela Charles and husband Frankie, Clinton. One son, James VanEaton and one brother, Douglas Price, preceded him in death. He has 12 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Bud was born to Ernest and Frona Price on October 10, 1918, in Herrick, Illinois. Bud served as a captain in the Army during World War II. He went in on D-Day and was there during the entire time. He received the Bronze Star and French Croix De Guerre with valor. After the war, he came to Clinton and started the business, Price Rite Supermarket, in the early '50s. By the mid-60s he opened the Dodge dealership in the 70s he built Price's Campground. He also expanded with the Ugly Duckling Rent-A-Car and U-Haul business. Bud touched many lives and had many accomplishments, but when he accepted the Lord as his Savior, not only did he grow but he also influenced and brought many to Christ. He will lovingly be remembered for his tireless efforts in his work for the Lord and his generosity to so many in the Clinton community. He will be missed. Bud was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church (3-22-1998) and a past member of Gideon's International and the K.C. Scottish Rite Bodies. Funeral services were held at the Northeast Baptist Church on Friday, February 21. Burial was in the Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery, Clinton.

PRICE, Martha E. "Mattie"
1852-1936
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Miss Martha Price died her home, four and a half miles northwest of Clinton, at 9:30 a. m. Saturday, October 17. Since the death about two weeks ago of her sister, the late Mrs. William C. Stollings, her prayers had been that she would soon join her, as she had been in ill health the past summer, and suffered from rheumatism several years. Martha E. Price, daughter of Robert M. and Jane Dishman Price, was born near Abingdon, Virginia, April 13, 1852. At the close of the Civil War she came with her parents to Henry County Missouri, where, with the exception of a few years, she has since resided. During her girlhood she united with the Christian church and as long as her health permitted, was a faithful attendant, always trying to walk in the footsteps of the Master whom she loved. When but ten years of age she won a Bible in Sunday school for memorizing Bible verses. She subsequently won two others in the same way. These Bibles, now worn with age and daily use, were treasured throughout her life, and their contents accepted as her daily guide. She was kind in the home, faithful to friends, sincere and earnest in the service of the Heavenly Father. Keenly appreciative of the many acts of kindness shown her by her neighbors, enjoying to the fullest their visits, she often said: "God bless them for their goodness to us." There was ever a strong bond of affection between the members of the family, and as one by one they were called home, and only she and her sister, Mrs. Stollings, were left, it was touching to see how they clung to each other to the last, this beloved sister preceding her in death a little more than two weeks. After the sister's passing, "Aunt Mattie," as she was lovingly called, often expressed the desire to "go home" and peacefully awaited the summons, speaking of her going as calmly as though she were going to a neighbor's home. "Aunt Mattie" leaves several nephews and nieces, and many friends who will miss her, but they an feel that she is now safe from the sorrows and sufferings of this world and is happy in her eternal home with those she loved. Funeral services were held at Consalus & Peck funeral home Sunday afternoon.

PRICE, Maynard W. "Slick"
1914-1998
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Apr 13 1998 - Maynard W. "Slick" Price, 83, Calhoun, died Thursday, April 9, 1998, at his home in Calhoun. Mr. Price was born June 18, 1914, in Pittsburg, Kansas. In September 1935 in Pleasanton, Kansas, he married Lavenna Fern Baldwin who survives of the home. He worked for the St. Clair Coal Company, Hume, and the Peabody Coal Company for 46 years. He was a member of the United Mine Workers Local 1255, Montrose. In addition to his wife, survivors include two sons, Lonnie J. Price, Calhoun, and William (Bill) M. Price, Windsor; a daughter, Huberta Groneman, Bella Vista, Arkansas; six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a grandson, David; a great-grandson, Ryan, and 10 brothers and sisters. Funeral services were Saturday, April 11, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in the Calhoun Cemetery.

PRICE, Robert M.
1816-1887
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO Jan 8 1887 - We are sorry to announce the death of Robert M. Price, one of our oldest and most-respected citizens, at the home of his son Wm. F., at 5 o'clock last Sabbath morning. He was quiet and retiring in his disposition, his end was peaceful and happy - having been for 45 years a member of the Christian Church. He was a native of Washington county, Southwest Va., and was 71. His occupation was farming and he was successful, always affording his family an abundant living and at least some of the advantages of education. In 1834, when 18, he married Miss Jane Dishman and they had eleven children, as follows: Elkane, died in infancy; Robert M., died of a wound received in the army; George W., died at 20 at the University of Kentucky; Ota H., died about 17; Thomas C. died about 17; children now living are Mrs. Eversole, Virginia; Daniel E., E. O., Wm. F., Mrs. Stollings and Miss Mattie E., all of Clinton and vicinity. Mr. Price and family came to Clinton about 1867 and part of the family has resided here since. In 1873, he, with wife and several children, went back to Virginia but they returned last April and, with the exception of Mrs. Eversole, all were again united in Clinton and Henry County. On the breaking out of the late war, four of his sons, Robert M., Daniel E., E. O., and William F., joined the confederate army and all were in active service. In 1862, Emory and Daniel, having both been taken down with fever, were removed to Rockbridge Alum, a watering place in the celebrated Rockbridge county, VA. While lying sick here, their father came to visit and care for them and it was while thus engaged, in unremitting watchfulness and care, that he himself was stricken with fever, and sustained those injuries which left him a cripple and from which he never recovered. William and Emory were both at the Battle of Gettysburg. Here Emory was disabled by the loss of an arm and returned home and William continued in active service and only returned when Gen. Lee surrendered at Appomattox courthouse. In 1864, Robert was severely wounded at the battle of Moorfield, on the south branch of the Potomac river, W., Va. While prostrated here, his brother, E. O. left home to go to his assistance, and remained with him till the close of the war, he could not with safety be taken home before that time. Even now, the brothers, one of them in a precarious condition, were 300 miles from home, it was a mountainous region, the country had been devastated and impoverished, and the railroads and bridges broken up. The Confederate money, of which they had plenty, was utterly useless and the task which devolved on the well brother, E. O., on getting the sick one home, was a Herculean one. At certain points, he was at his wit's end and could see no help. Then, in his extremity, he on two occasions, applied to Federal authorities, Gen. Debaugh, post commander at Stauton, and one to Gen. Schofield, at Lynchburg, honestly telling them that he was a Confederate soldier. Both, without the least hesitation, rendered him all necessary aid - the former furnished him with an ambulance; the latter took him and his brother into a special car with himself and suite and carried them to a desired station on the road and neither charged a cent for the service. The youngest brother, George W., was a pioneer of the family in coming to Clinton. He came alone in 1866, a year in advance of the rest, traveling in company with the family of Stephen Loyd. On arriving in Clinton, he entered the office of Sellers Bros., publishers of the Clinton Advocate; but having the gospel ministry in view, and desiring to give himself the best advantages, and to excel in his chosen profession, he soon left Clinton and entered, as already stated, the University of Kentucky. Mr. Price's family have always been distinguished for their harmony and helpfulness to one another. Daniel E. is now a successful farmer in our county. Wm. F. remains at home, the stay of the family, and E. O. is the present popular and efficient treasurer of Henry County, having just entered on the seventh year of his service in that capacity.

PRICE, Ruth WISNER
1919-2003
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 20 2003 - Ruth Price, 83, Clinton, formerly of Lowry City, died Thursday, June 19, 2003, at a local healthcare center. Graveside services and burial will be Monday, June 23, at the Englewood Cemetery. Among survivors is her husband, Harry Lee Price, of the home.

PRICE, Ryan Joseph
1985-1994
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ryan Joseph Price, 9, Clinton, died Monday, December 12, 1994, at Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City. He was born July 1, 1985, in Clinton, the son of Bryan James Price and Amy Lynette Scott Price. He attended third grade and enjoyed football (especially the Kansas City Chiefs), bike riding, karate and fishing. He was a member of the Worland Baptist Church, Worland. He is survived by his parents, Bryan and Amy Price of the home in Clinton; two sisters, Micha Shaine Price and Megan Markquelle Price, both of the home; paternal grandparents, Lonnie and Carol Price, Calhoun; paternal great-grandparents, Maynard and Fern Price, Calhoun; maternal grandparents, Bobbie and Velma Scott, Windsor; maternal great-grandparents, Elmer and Lonel Laster, Elkton, Kentucky; maternal great-grandmother, Olis Scott, Elkton, Kentucky; several aunts, uncles, great-aunts, great-uncles and cousins also survive. Ryan was preceded in death by paternal great-grandparents, Earl and Josephine Hicks and maternal great-grandfather, Merrill Scott. Funeral services will be Thursday, December 15, at the Calhoun Baptist Church in Calhoun. Burial will be in the Calhoun Cemetery.

PRICE, Susan
1823-1904
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Jan 16 1904 - Death of a Good Woman - Susan Price was born in the state of Ohio July 17, 1823 and died near Lookout, Pettis County, Jan. 3, 1904, from heart failure, caused by the shock of the death of her son, P. L. Price, just four days earlier. She was 81. In 1833, she moved with her parents, two sisters and a brother, to Springfield, Ill. Her mother soon died. In 1849, she married Joseph Price at Springfield and in 1870, they moved to Missouri. They had 12 children, five surviving her - Thomas of Salisbury, Ill; Mrs. Elizabeth Martin of Leesville; Mrs. Joel Elliott of Stuart, Indian Territory, and Charles and George Price of Clinton, where she had lived for 20 years, beloved by all. She had united with the Christian church in 1868. Her husband preceded her to the better world June 2, 1896. Her remains were buried in Tebo Cemetery on January 4.

PRICE, Susan Lee FETTERS
1955-2018
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Susan Price, 63, of Windsor, Missouri, died unexpectedly Friday morning, June 29, 2018, as the result of an automobile accident. She was born on June 25, 1955, in Windsor, Mo., to James Oliver and Laura Madalyn (Mills) Fetters. On January 12, 1973, she married William Maynard "Bill" Price at the United Methodist Church in Windsor. They were the parents of two girls Brie and Chloe. Susan was a 1973 graduate of Windsor High school. After graduation, she worked at the International Shoe Factory, Hadley Funeral Home, and Parmelee Industries in Windsor. Most recently she worked in the lunchroom at Windsor Elementary School. Family was very important to Susan. Together with Bill, she raised two daughters and was actively involved in the lives of her grandchildren, going to many ballgames and school activities. She was a member of the Windsor United Methodist Church. She enjoyed riding the motorcycle with her husband and taking trips with family and friends. Early morning walks, shopping, spending time working in her yard and sitting by her pool were also things she enjoyed. In addition to her husband Bill of the home, survivors include two daughters, Brie Bohon (Brad), Mora, Mo., and Chloe Fosnow (Jamie), Lee's Summit, Mo.; 6 grandchildren, Nolan, Elizabeth, Avery and Kolby Bohon and Joey and Jaxson Fosnow; two sisters, Jane Ann Varner (Glenn), Leeton, Mo., and Barbie Mach (Joe), Windsor Mo.; 2 sisters-in-law, Huberta Groneman, Kansas City, Ks., and Carol Price, Calhoun, Mo.; nieces and nephews, Barry Varner (Jenny), Andy Varner (Kim), Brooke Tylar (Zak), Haley Crouch, Logan Mach, Danny Peel (Tracy), Kenny Price (Kelley), and Chad Price; cousins John Trott (Brenda), Robert Trott (Annette), Margaret Hoppert (Joe) and their families; several great-nieces and great-nephews; and countless friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, James O. and Laura M. Fetters; her father and mother-in-law, Maynard and Fern Price; two brothers-in-law, George Groneman and Lonnie Price; two nephews, David Peel and Bryan Price; a great-nephew Ryan Price and an uncle and aunt, Jim and Charlotte Trott. Funeral services will be held Friday, July 6, 2018, at the United Methodist Church, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PRICE, Terrence Alan
1956-2006
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 8 2006 - Terrence Alan Price, 50, Kansas City, Kansas, died November 2, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital. Terry was born June 18, 1956, in San Diego, California. He lived in Southern California for the first 14 years of his life. Then he and his family moved to Clinton in 1970. He attended Clinton High School where he graduated in 1974. On May 19, 1979, he married Diane (Seufert) Price. They were married 27 years and had three beautiful children. They renewed their vows in May 2004 at Redemptorist Catholic Church. He worked for Honeywell in Kansas City for 29 years. In the '80s he worked on the Eagle racing team and was a member of C.A.R.B. He was a Boy Scout troop leader for over 15 years. He was an honorary warrior of the tribe of Mic-O-Say. He painted the fields for O'Hara High School for 10 years. He sang in the choir at Redemptorist Catholic Church. He was a member of the Irish Brigade Civil War Reenactors. He loved to listen to and sing Irish music. And most importantly, he loved to spend time with his granddaughter. Terry was preceded in death by his father Raymond Nicholas Price, and his mother-in-law Bernadine Claire (Neuman) Seufert. He is survived by his wife Diane (Seufert) Price; his mother Daphne (Davies) Price; father-in-law Henry Seufert; sons Patric and his wife Sarah (Clouse) Price and Nicholas Price; daughter Catherine Price of Clinton; granddaughter Celes Crebbs of Clinton. He is also survived by his brothers, Michael and his wife Jane Price, Kevin and his wife Veronica Price, Timothy Price and Brian Price; sisters, Daphne Price and Kathleen (Price) Fines and her husband Jim; brothers-in-law, Ron Seufert and wife Edna, and Jon Seufert; sister-in-law Donna (Seufert) Rohner and her husband Randy; 23 nieces and nephews and many great-nieces and nephews. Terry was a wonderful husband, father, son, brother and friend. He will be missed by many people. Visitation was held Wednesday, November 8, at Redemptorist Catholic Church, Kansas City. Mass of Christian Burial followed visitation.

PRICE, Verona Lee STRICKLAND
1927-2017
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Funeral services for Verona "Lee" Price are Friday, August 4, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church in Nowata, OK. Interment will follow Saturday, August 5, 2017 at the Vansant Road Cemetery in Clinton, Missouri. Lee Price, 89, passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at her home in Nowata. She was born September 18, 1927 in Clinton, Missouri to Willis Eisner and Bertha (Hall) Strickland. Lee attended school in Clinton, Missouri. In 1976 she was married to Odie Price in Miami, Oklahoma. She worked as a caretaker caring for the sick and elderly. Lee enjoyed quilting and was a member of the Quilting Club at the First United Methodist Church as well as the United Methodist Women's Association. Lee also sewed, read, enjoyed puzzle books, and attended the Nowata Senior Citizens Center. Above all she loved her family. Her husband, children, grandchildren, siblings, and other family had a special place in her heart and she loved them dearly. Lee will be missed by all who knew her. Lee is survived by nine children, George E. "Mule" Schonherr Jr. and his wife Marty of Nowata, Oklahoma, Linda M. Modestino and husband Carmen of Yukon, Oklahoma, Willis Leroy Schonherr and wife Frankie of Nowata, Oklahoma, James R. Schonherr and wife Dorina of McLouth, Kansas, Keith W. Schonherr and wife Cassie of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, Marietta Hollenshead and husband Waimone of Nowata, Oklahoma, Charles R. Schonherr of Nowata, Oklahoma, Ronda L. Privette and husband Jason of Nowata, Oklahoma, Ronald L. Price of Nowata, Oklahoma; stepchildren, Dennis Fry, Ed Fry, Billie Dee Enneking, Donnie Price, Janet Doman, Ray Price; siblings, Evelyn Gerit of Clinton, Missouri, eleven grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, many other relatives and a host of friends. Lee is preceded in death by her husband Odie Price; an infant son, Larry Schonherr; siblings, Lee Strickland, Tressie Strickland, Walter Strickland, Willis E. Strickland, Jr., Eugene (Pete) Strickland, Elmer Strickland, Anna Wells, Cathrine Phillips, Elberta Wilson, Mayola Sappington; stepchildren, Curtis Fry, Charlie Price.

PRIDGEN, Annie L. DEMPSEY
1858-1928
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. John L. Pridgen died Friday, June 29, at 9:45 A.M. - Mrs John Pridgen sat down on the side of her bed and quietly passed into that peaceful sleep. The end came sudden and without pain. Mr Pridgen, who is a night watchman at the block factory was asleep at the time in another room, he was called at one but his wife had breathed her last when he came to her assistance. She had been in poor health for a number of years and for the last six years was constantly under a Doctors care. All was done for her that could be done to relieve her suffering. The deceased was born in Brownington in the year 1858. she grew to womanhood in that vicinity. She was married to John Pridgen on February 28, 1880. To this union four children were born, William H. Pridgen, Corning, Iowa; Albert W. Pridgen, Kansas City.

PRIDGEN, Herbert R.
1907-1973
Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Herbert R. Pridgen, 66, of Houston, formerly of Independence, died Friday at a Houston Hospital. He was born in Calhoun, Missouri, and had lived in Independence 20 years before moving to Texas in 1960. Mr. Pridgen was a retired truck driver for the Steel Haulers Company. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Mildred I. Pridgen of the home; two sons; George R. Pridgen, Houston, and Jerry A. Pridgen, League City, Tex.; two daughters, Mrs. Joan Bollinger, 1402 S. Home, Independence, and Mrs. Carol Sue Johnson, Houston; three sisters, Mrs. Zetta Chapman and Mrs. Grace Burch, both of Clinton, MO. and Mrs. Lola Chapman, Calhoun; 18 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Services will be Tuesday at the Floral Hills Chapel; burial in Floral Hills Cemetery.

PRIDGEN, Jessie Donald
1823-1898
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, May 28 1898 - Jessie Pridgeon was buried Thursday at the Calhoun cemetery. He was 75, an old and respected citizen and a veteran of the Mexican war. Four children: one daughter in St. Louis; one son in Deepwater; John and William live near Calhoun. Boys, we can sympathize with you in your sore affliction.

PRIDGEN, Mildred Irene HERNDON
1909-1993
Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Mildred Irene Pridgen, 83, Canyon Lake, Texas, formerly of Windsor and Independence, died Sunday, October 10, 1993 at a hospital in San Antonio. Services will be Thursday at Newcomer's Flora Hills Chapel; burial in Floral Hills Cemetery. Mrs. Pridgen was born in Windsor and lived in the Kansas City area before moving to Canyon Lake 34 years ago. Her husband, Herbert R. Pridgen, died in 1973. Survivors include two sons, George R. Pridgen and Jerry A. Pridgen of Canyon Lake; two daughters, Joan Bollinger, Independnce, and Carol S. Johnson, Canyon Lake; 17 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren.

PRIER, Carl Edward
1907-1991
Kidds Chapel Cemetery, Chalk Level Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Carl Edward Prier was born July 19, 1907, in Ohio, Missouri, the oldest son of Samuel Edward and Delia Hutton Prier. He passed away September 1 1991, at the age of 84 years and one month. He spent his entire life on the family farm in the Ohio community. Due to his health he moved to Lowry City a short time before his death. He was an Army veteran of WWII, serving three and a half years. During his service time he served overseas, receiving five Bronze Starts and a good conduct medal. On August 8, 1984, he was united in marriage to Claudia Mae McCormack. He is survived by his wife Claudia of the home, two stepsons, Jerry Rains of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and Bill Rains of Bolivar; two brothers, Ralph Prier of Odessa and Dorman Prier of Surprise, Arizona; four sisters, Mrs. Vallah Warner and Mrs. Dew Mathews, both of Osceola, Mrs. Dorothy Cain of Butler, and Mrs. Mildred Sims of Windsor; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Wednesday, September 4, at Kidd's Chapel Church. Burial was in Kidd's Chapel Cemetery.

PRIER, Pauline E.
abt 1918-2008
Kidds Chapel Cemetery, Chalk Level Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 5 2008 - Mrs. Pauline E. Prier, 90, Belton, died Monday, Aug. 4, 2008, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Aug. 6, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in Kidds Chapel Cemetery near Lowry City.

PRIER, Ralph E.
1912-1991
Kidds Chapel Cemetery, Chalk Level Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ralph E. Prier, 78, Odessa, died September 4, 1991, at the home. He was born October 14, 1912, the son of Samuel E. and Delia L. Hutton Prier, in Lowry City. He was married on October 15, 1949 to Ruby M. Ballard in Osceola. He was an Army veteran of World War II, serving from February 1942 to September 1945. He received five bronze Stars; four Campaign medals for Normandy, Northern Frances, Rhineland, Ardennes and Central Europe; the Silver Star and Good Conduct Medal. He moved to Odessa in 1965 and retired in 1977 as a water plant employee for the city of Odessa. Earlier he worked for Sheffield Steel in Kansas City and farmed at Windsor and Lexington. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias Olive Lodge #97, Odessa, where he was a past chancellor commander. Survivors include his wife of the home; four daughters, Linda Soendker, Mayview, Deborah Fiene, Betty Dyson, and Kathy Self, Odessa; a brother Dorman Prier, Boulder, Colo.; four sisters, Valley Warner and Dew Matthews, Osceola, Dorothy Cain, Butler, and Mildred Sims, Windsor; 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services were Friday at the Kidd's Chapel Church near Lowry City; burial in the church cemetery.

PRINCE, Ellen Victoria "Vicky" HOUSTON
1950-2003
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 17 2003 - Vicky Prince was born Ellen Victoria Houston on June 17, 1950, in Laurel, Mississippi. The youngest of five, Vicky was early known for her beauty and charm. She moved to Missouri in 1974 and received a teaching degree from Park College in Kansas City. She chose to remain in Missouri, teaching in a variety of locations throughout the western region of the state before settling in the Clinton area, where she lived for the past 16 years. Vicky's teaching career began at an inner city school in Kansas City. After two years there, she took a position in a three-room school in Westin. Vicky and two other teachers taught grades one through six for over 10 years together. She then taught for several years in various small towns near Clinton. This year was her first year teaching in the Clinton School District. She taught fifth grade at Henry Elementary. Vicky loved to travel and enjoyed many adventures - across the United States and abroad. In the late 70s she biked through Nepal and various regions of India. An avid learner, she loved to read non-fiction. Her inquisitive mind combined with her generous spirit provided the grist for her teaching style. Always putting the students' needs first, she touched many young lives with her commitment to providing quality education while instilling a passion for learning. In 1983 Vicky married her fishing buddy, Steve Prince, and two years later their lives were forever enriched with the addition of Stephanie Allison. The trio moved from Kansas City to the Clinton area in 1987 and was joined three years later by the delightfully spirited Emily Victoria. Vicky's girls were her pride and joy. Mother, wife, aunt, sister and friend, Vicky fulfilled all of her roles with grace, commitment and wit. Hers was a touch that even an acquaintance would remember. To family and friends, hers was a touch that will be forever felt. Vicky passed away unexpectedly on June 5, 2003 at Research Medical Center, Kansas City. In addition to her husband and daughters, Vicky is survived by her niece, Fran Dunaway of Seattle, Washington; sister, Caroline Dunaway of Biloxi, Mississippi; brother, W. C. Houston III of Biloxi, Mississippi; sister Geraldine Jefcoat of Shady Grove, Mississippi; sister Linda Young of Naples, Florida, and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Funeral services were held at the First Baptist Church, Clinton, on Monday, June 9. Interment was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PRINCE, Fannie M. SALMON
1859-1886
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye Sep 18 1886 - In The Better World - Last December, Miss Fannie M. Salmon became the bride of R. E. Prince and together, after a short honeymoon, they settled in Corsicana, Texas, followed by the best wishes of Mrs. Prince's host of friends here. They reluctantly gave consent to her departure, knowing that one of the brightest jewels of womanhood had been taken from us, never to be replaced, for by all - rich or poor - she was loved, and thus it was hard to part. Her home was a happy one in the adopted country, but earth's brightest flower will fade when stricken with the fearful fever now prevalent in that state, and in one week's time, death called her home. Her mother, Mrs. G. Y. Salmon, arrived but a few minutes before. Monday morning the remains arrived and were taken to the residence of Dr. G. Y. Salmon and at three, the funeral was preached by Dr. Moad at the C. P. Church, after which all that was mortal of Mrs. Fannie Prince was laid to rest in Englewood.

PRINCE, Odessa Betty
1919-2004
Terrace Park Cemetery, Kansas City, Clay Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 15 2004 - Odessa Betty Prince, 85, Clinton, died Monday, December 13, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. She requested to be cremated and no funeral service held. She will be buried in Mt. Moriah Terrace Park Cemetery, Kansas City. She was born in Arkansas and was married to Gilbert Prince, who died in 1990. She is survived by two sons, Steve Prince, Clinton, and Lonnie Prince, Texoma, Texas, as well as four grandchildren.

PRINCE, Vicky Lynn SIERCKS
1962-2004
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 24 2004 - Vicky Lynn Prince went to be with her Lord on September 12, 2004, at her home in Milton, Florida, after a long illness. She is survived by three daughters, Chrissy Merand of Jacksonville, North Carolina, Jera Munson and Tonya Prince of the home and one son, Jerry Munson, Leeton; three grandchildren, Quentin Meyrand, Kayli Munson and Brice Munson, whom she adored; her mother and stepfather, Verna and Jim Walters of Calhoun; one sister, Barbara Sales, Lenexa, Kansas, and one brother, Steve Siercks, Kearney; two nephews and one niece, several aunts and uncles. Vicky was raised in and around Calhoun where she attended school. She was preceded in death by her father Robert Allen Siercks in 1977. Vicky was a joy and inspiration to all who knew her. Her health led her to live in Florida where she discovered she could paint wonderful seascapes. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. A service was held in Milton, Florida, on Tuesday, September 14. Her remains will be sent to her mother for a graveside service and burial in the Calhoun Cemetery on Thursday, October 21.

PRITCHETT, Mildred "Millie" OSUCH
1913-2005
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 4 2005 - Millie Pritchett, 91, Clinton, died Wednesday, February 2, 2005, at her home. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 7, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery. She was born July 16, 1913, in Kansas City, Kansas, daughter of John and Mary Grendzinski Osuch. She married Austin L. Pritchett, who preceded her in death. She was an avid bowler for 51 years, a life member of the WIBC and has held every office with the Clinton Women's Bowling Association. She wrote an award-winning column for the Clinton Daily Democrat for many years. She was also preceded in death by her parents; an infant brother, and four sisters. Survivors include four sisters, Joan Hess, Kennewick, Washington, Mary Ann Liveley, Lenexa, Kansas; Helen Coit, Kansas City, and Margaret Murray, Joplin; many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews and also great-great-nieces and nephews.

PROFFITT, Leighton Kamp
1923-2003
Memory Gardens Cemetery, Arlington Heights, Cook Co, IL
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 21 2003 - Leighton Kamp Proffitt, son of James Chester and Stella Sarah Kamp Proffitt, was born March 28, 1923, in St. Paul, Minnesota, and died Monday, January 13, 2003, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Lee was an Army Air Corps veteran of World War II serving in Northern France and the Rhineland where he received the European Service Ribbon with three bronze stars, the Air Medal with three oak leaf clusters, the Distinguished Flying Cross and a Purple Heart. Lee owned and operated the Newport Press in Chicago, Illinois, and later moved to Clinton where he owned the Best Western Colonial Motel. He was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, VFW Post 1894, and the Optimist Club, all in Clinton. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Lorraine. He is survived by one son, James Leighton Proffitt of Calsbad, California; three daughters, Nancy Dickerson of Clinton, Donna Esse of Columbia, and Laura Price of Overland Park, Kansas, as well as 11 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Memorial service was held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Wednesday, January 15. Graveside services and interment were held in the Memory Gardens Cemetery, Arlington Heights, Illinois, on Friday, January 17.

PROFFITTE, Fred Vernon Jr.
1931-2007
Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 9 2007 - Fred Vernon Proffitte, Jr. son of Fred V. and Virgie Mae Miller Proffitte was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, January 19, 1931, and died at Golden valley Hospital in Clinton on February 10, 2007, at the age of 76 years and 22 days. On September 2, 1950, he was united in marriage to Lois Jean White and to this union three children were born. He leaves to mourn his departure his wife Lois Jean Proffitte of Clinton; two sons, Michael Proffitte of St. Louis, Danny Proffitte of St. Ann, and a daughter Sherry Overshon of Gerald; as well as five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He also leaves one sister Joyce Aldrich of Greenville, and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Fred was a member of Hoisting Engineers Local 513 of St. Louis for 45 years as as an operating engineer. Memorial services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Saturday, February 17. Inurnment was in Good Hope Cemetery, Clinton.

PROFFITTE, Lois Jean WHITE
1931-2008
Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 29 2008 - Lois Jean Proffitte, daughter of Joe Davidson White and Carrie Lee Walker, was born in Piedmont on Nov. 16, 1931, and died at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton on June 23, 2008, at the age of 76. On Sept. 2, 1950, she was united in marriage to Fred Vernon Proffitte, Jr. and to this union three children were born. She leaves to mourn two sons, Michael (Diana) Proffitte and Danny (Pam) Proffitte, and one daughter, Sherry (Richard) Overshon; as well as five grandchildren, Jason Proffitte, Carisa Fryer, Tracie Gerber, Kassie Overshon and Eric Proffitte, and seven great-grandchildren, Tervor, Cameron, Cayden, Alyssia, Jason, Grant and Gabe. She also leaves two sisters, Bernice Mabury of Piedmont and Imogene Reed of Lakeland, Florida, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, neighbors and friends. Lois was a member of Teamsters Union 688 in St. Louis, working in the pharmaceutical industry for 20 years. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Saturday, June 28. Interment in Good Hope Cemetery, Clinton.

PROSISE, Robert Alexander
1856-1936
Maplewood & Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jan 1936 - R. A. Prosise, beloved and honored throughout Henry county and one of Brownington's most prominent citizens, died at 5 a.m., Thursday, January 9, at the home where he had lived the past 28 years. He had been in declining health the past three years, his trouble being diabetes, and the last six months he was dangerously ill and suffered intense pain. Robert Alexander Prosise was born December 5, 1856, on the banks of the beautiful Clinch River at Clinton, Tenn. He grew to splendid manhood here and January 7, 1885, was united in marriage to Miss Emma C. White of Knoxville. The day of his marriage, he and his bride left Tennessee for Missouri, making their home first on a farm near Coal in Henry County. Later they moved to Mt. Zion and it was here that his wife died 35 years ago. Their only son, Thomas Dudley, died the same year as his mother and both were buried in Mt. Zion cemetery. later the bodies were removed to beautiful Maplewood Cemetery, south of Brownington. By this first wife, Mr. Prosise also had four daughters who survive: Mrs. Ella Bonwell, Detroit, Mich; Mrs. Wray Shadwell, Clinton; Mrs. Perce Bolinger, Coal; Mrs. Russell McElwee, Kansas City. Many years after the death of his wife, he returned to his childhood home for a visit and there met Miss Effie Hill of Knoxville. About a year later, he returned to Tennessee and August 23, 1917, he and Miss Hill were married. Twenty-eight years ago Mr. Prosise went to Brownington where he built the Brownington telephone exchange, which he owned and operated since, with the happy and untiring assistance of his wife since their marriage. The Brownington exchange operates in the town and has a toll line to Mt. Zion. It is also connected with the Bell and United Telephone systems for long distance calls. The exchange was noted for its outstanding efficiency as all service was prompt and willing. In all this work, Mrs. Prosise was closely associated with her husband, and she shouldered her full share of the responsibility on keeping the lines always in good shape and ready for use. In his earlier maturity, Mr. Prosise attended the Presbyterian Church, but in later years he went to the Christian Church as his wife joined it when she came to Brownington. He supported the church and its work in many ways. The great outdoors held a lifelong fascination for Mr. Prosise, and he was never more contented than when he was tramping the countryside with a dog and his gun or with a rod and line. He had a cabin on the Osage where he made frequent trips to hunt and fish and he was one of the most active and enthusiastic members of the Henry County Fox hunters Association. Mr. Prosise was interested in anything that meant the progress of his community. He was especially active in getting good roads to Brownington and one of his last acts along this line was to use his influence in getting the farm-to-market road which has just been completed from Brownington to highway 13, south of Deepwater. A jovial, friendly man, Mr. Prosise was known over the entire county and in many communities outside the county, and nearly everyone he met was added to his list of friends. Surviving Mr. Prosise besides his wife, who was ever a devoted and faithful companion, are his four daughters, also seven grandchildren, Chester and Glenn Smith of the U.S. Navy at San Diego, Calif; Franklin and Kathryn Shadwell, Clinton; Judson McElwee, Kansas City; Juanita Bonwell, Detroit; P. J. Bolinger, Coal; a great-granddaughter, Marjorie Ann Smith, San Diego; three brothers, Ed Prosise, El Paso, Texas; Tom Prosise, Ash Grove, MO.; and Lawrence Prosise, New Mexico; and three sisters, Mrs. Mattie Cardwell, Ash Grove; Mrs. Emma Townsend, Vinita, Okla.; and Victoria of Utah. Funeral services were held Friday at the Christian Church in Brownington. Burial was in Maplewood Cemetery. Many friends from Henry county and other nearby places attended the funeral and those from a distance were his brother Tom Prosise and son Clifford, and Earl Cardwell, Ash Grove; and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Conrad and daughter Mildred, Kansas City.

PROUSE, George
1854-1940
Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Thursday, Apr 11 1940 - George Prouse, son of Thomas and Barbara Prouse was born in Paris, Illinois, November 21, 1854 and died April 2 1940. He was the last of a family of six children. He was married March 9, 1879 to Minnie Hoppe. to this union four children were born: George, Eddie, John and Annie. George, Eddie and Annie preceded their father in death. Minnie Prouse passed away in 1904. In 1905, he married Addie Palmer, to this union one child was born, Orel Virgil. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife and sons Orel and John and one stepdaughter Mrs. J. L. Forsha also thirteen grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren and other relatives. He joined the Baptist church in 1905. He came to this country in 1864 and lived in this same home nearly 60 years. Funeral services were held on Wednesday at the Consalus-Peck Funeral home. Burial was in Bethlehem cemetery.

PROUSE, Hester Ann KELLER
1822-1900
Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton, Henry Co, MO - Mrs. Hester Prouse died at the Old Homestead, 3 miles southwest of Deepwater last Thursday afternoon, at one o'clock after an illness of only three days and at the advanced age of 79 years. She was one of the old settlers, having come here with her husband 33 years ago. Her maiden name was Hester Keller. She was born in Ohio, near Chillicothe, Sept. 29, 1822. At the age of twenty she was married to John Prouse, and shortly afterward, they moved to Illinois, settling near Paris, but soon came farther west and located permanently in this township. On the 17th of March, 1870 her husband died leaving her with a family of nine children, two sons and seven daughters, to provide for. Her life was one filled with toil and sorrow, having lost one of her sons when he had just reached manhood, but throughout all of her life there was evidence of her strong Christian character and a happy contented spirit. The funeral took place Friday, when after a simple but impressive service conducted by an elder of her church, her sorrowing relatives carried her to the Bethlehem cemetery where she was tenderly laid at rest by the side of her husband and son. Grandma had long been a member of the Dunkard church and the interest which she felt in religion continued from the time that she first professed faith in Christ until she died. "Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord."

PROUSE, John Albert
1882-1940
Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Nov 21 1940 - Johnnie Albert Prouse died November 16, 1940, at Mt. Vernon where he had been several weeks for treatment. Mr. Prouse was a well known resident of the New Harmony neighborhood. He was born March 16, 1882, and on September 7, 1903, was united in marriage to Miss Margaret Rayburn, who survives. To them were given two sons, one dying in infancy. The other, Pierce Thomas, of the home is left to comfort his mother. there is one granddaughter. Mr. Prouse also leaves his mother, Mrs. S. S. Prouse; two sisters, Mrs. Effie Arnold and Mrs. Nora Caldwell, of the New Harmony neighborhood. funeral services were conducted at the Golden Gate Baptist Church Monday. Burial at the Bethlehem cemetery.

PROUSE, Minnie Augusta HOPPE
1860-1904
Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Henry County Republican, Clinton MO, Thursday, Sep 15 1904 - Death of Mrs. Geo. Prouse -- Mrs. Geo. Prouse died at her home near North Station, Thursday, Sept. 8, 1904, after an illness of only a few days. The funeral services were conducted Friday morning, and the remains were taken to Bethlehem for burial. The many beautiful floral offerings and the long line of friends who followed the body of Mrs. Prouse to its last resting place showed in what high esteem she was held. She was loved by all who knew her, and our hearts go out in sympathy to the bereaved ones in that home to which the gentle other will never return. We give below a brief sketch of her life. Minnie Augusta Hoppe was born in Provence Posen, Germany, Dec. 29, 1860. She came with her parents to America when a child, and since that time has lived in Henry county. She was married March 9, 1879 to George Prouse. To this union were born four children, George, John, Edward and Annie. but on Oct. 19, 1896, God called the little sister home, and her body was tenderly laid to rest in the Bethlehem church cemetery. Again on Thursday morning, Sep. 8, 1904, the angel of death visited the home taking from it the loving wife and mother, whose noble life had been a blessing to all who knew her. She was a member of the First Presbyterian church of Clinton, and for many years has led an earnest Christian life.

PROUSE, Thomas P.
1851-1922
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Feb 3 1922 - Thomas Prouse was born in Ross county, Ohio, Nov. 10, 1851. He was the son of Thomas and Barbara (Kellar) Prouse, both of whom were born and reared in Ohio. They went to Edgar county, Ill., in 1855, and after a residence of 14 years there they came to Henry county and settled on Deepwater creek in 1869, where Thomas Prouse died in 1874. to Thomas and Barbara Prouse were born 7 children, 2 of whom are living -- George in Clinton township, and Daniel in Colorado. He died on the farm where his parents settled when he was 14 years old. this always had been his home. Thomas P. Prouse was married Oct. 15, 1879, to Serilda Moyer. Five children were born to Thomas and Serilda Prouse: Mrs. Frank Schmidt, near home; Albert Prouse, on the home place; Mrs. Isaac Arnold of Okmulgee, Okla.; Mrs. Forest Caldwell of Brownington; Celesty died 23 years ago. Six grandchildren: Percy Prouse, Gladys and Beulah Arnold; Pauline, Edna and Kenneth Caldwell. He took an orphan boy from the St. Louis Orphanage at the age of 9 years old. He is now 21 years old. Mr. Prouse loved this boy as one of his own. Freddy Stroup, now goes by name of Freddy Prouse and is loved by all. Thomas Prouse passed away Jan. 25 at 9 p.m., after over a year's suffering. He was ready and willing to meet his Heavenly Father, where there is no more suffering. Mr. Prouse was a good father and husband. Always willing to help his children and friends in any way and was a hard worker. He leaves many friends to mourn his death. Funeral services were conducted at his home Friday, after which the remains were taken to Englewood for interment.

PROVENCE, Cora Lee KING HALSEY
1917-1991
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Cora Lee Provence, 74, died Friday evening, December 6, 1991 at Golden Valley Hospital. She lived at Kenton Place in Clinton. She was born in Clinton, March 24, 1917, the daughter of Elsie (Buck) King and Estella Porter King. She married George Halsey in 1933 and to this union four children were born. She was married to James Provence in 1969. He preceded her in death in 1990. Cora is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Ruth Radford, Clinton; two sons, George (Bud) Halsey, Blue Springs, and Raymond (Jay) Halsey, Belton; one stepson, Luther (Pete) Provence, Kansas City; one stepdaughter Claudia Reis, Edina, Minnesota; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Also surviving is a sister Lula Skaggs and a brother Clarence King, both of Clinton. Brothers and sisters preceding her in death were William King, Jimmy King, Buster King, Lena Carleton and Opal Humphrey. She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be missed greatly by all of those who knew her. Funeral services were held Monday, December 9, 1991, at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens.

PROVOST, Amy CHARTIER
1984-2015
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Amy Provost, 30, of North Las Vegas, Nevada, died Wednesday, January 7, 2015, at her home. She was born October 14, 1984, at Shaw Air Force Base near Sumter, South Carolina, the daughter of Brian Paul Chartier and Colette Andrea (Cochran) Chartier. She was married to Tommy Lee Provost who survives. She was a member of the Catholic faith. She attended beautician's school and was a talented manicurist. She also enjoyed crafts, drawing and cosmetology. She had a special love for her cat "Belle" and all things Hello Kitty. In addition to her husband Tommy Provost of Las Vegas, Nevada, survivors include her parents, Brian and Colette Chartier, Windsor, Mo.; 2 brothers, Christopher Chartier and his wife Rula, Egaila, Kuwait; and Matthew Chartier, Abilene, Texas; paternal grandmother, Betty Rennert, Snohomish, Washington; maternal grandmother, Pat Cochran, Windsor, Mo.; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by two grandfathers, Romeo "Ray" Chartier and Howard Cochran. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, January 17, 2015, at the St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, Windsor, Mo. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PRUESSNER, Alvin W. Rev.
1918-1996
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Rev. Alvin W. (A. W.) Pruessner, 77, died at his home in Hamilton Tuesday, May 21 He was born in Lincoln, Oct 19, 1918. He and his wife moved to Hamilton in 1965 from Elm Springs. He was a Baptist minister for 40 years. He pastored Harmony, Quarles, Tebo and Elm Springs Baptist churches. He was a pastor of the Hamilton First Baptist Church for 15 years when he retired. He served with the US Navy in World War II from 1942 to 1945. He married the former Virginia Houts Oct 28, 1942, in Independence. They had been married 53 years. Funeral services will be Friday, May 25, at Hamilton First Baptist Church. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery, Hamilton. - Bram Funeral Home in Hamilton.

PRUESSNER, Doris R. BERNARD
1925-2008
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 19 2008 - Doris R. Pruessner, 83, Kansas City, Kansas, formerly of Leesville, died Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008, at Garden Terrace of Overland Park in Overland Park, Kansas. Doris was born March 29, 1925, in Leesville, the daughter of Alva Ray and Anna Irene (Summers) Bernard. She was married to Billy Sherman Pruessner on July 10, 1943. Doris worked for over 20 years in the credit department of JC Penney in Kansas City. She played the piano, loved to sing and dance and was a country music fan. When she was a teenager she and her best friend sang on the local radio station. She was always smiling, cheerful and optimistic and such a wonderful grandmother who will be dearly missed. Survivors include one son, Billy Randall Pruessner and his wife, Nancy, Lenexa, Kansas; two daughters, Debby Warren and her husband, Mark, Overland Park, Kansas, and Denise Meyer and her husband, David, Warrior, Alabama; one brother, Alva Judd (Juddie) Bernard and his wife, Connie, Roseville, California, her longtime companion, Robert Nail of Kansas City, Kansas; six grandchildren. Amy, Kelly, Travis, Ryan, Valerie and Jennifer, and six great-grandchildren, Lindsey, Billy, Addison, Alyssa, Madison and Braxton. Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband Billy Pruessner, and her infant daughter, Linda Gail. Visitation was held on Friday, Dec. 19, at Consalus Funeral Home, Clinton. Graveside service followed at Tebo Cemetery, Leesville.

PRUESSNER, Margie Elma SELL
1923-2000
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 3 2000 - Margie Elma Pruessner was born August 5, 1923, in Henry County, daughter of Hobart and Ora Lawler Sell. She died Tuesday, January 25, 2000, at North Kansas City Hospital. She grew up in Henry County and accepted Christ as her Savior in her early life and has always been active in the church. She played the piano, organ and French horn in high school. She graduated from Coal High School. She worked as a payroll supervisor for 30 years at Traders National Bank in Kansas City. She sang in trios, quartets and choirs. She loved to entertain with her family as well as travel and visit with relatives. She was a very dedicated family person who enjoyed life. She rejoiced in the event of new births. She and Oscar constantly received pictures of new babies born to nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Survivors include her husband, Oscar of the home; two sons, Derrel Lynn Pruessner, of the home, and John Keith Pruessner and wife, Diane, Fredericksburg, son, Jonathon L. H. Pruessner, Lubbock, Texas; step-mother, Norma Sell Chastain, Clinton; brother Derrell Sell, Kansas City, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service was held at Winnwood Baptist Church, Kansas City, on Thursday, January 27. Funeral services were held the same day at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

PRUESSNER, Martha Kathryn FISHER
1866-1939
Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. August Pruessner died at 12:30 a.m. May 13, 1939, at their home, 12 miles north of Clinton. Through her extended illness, she was cheerful and patient and as she waited for her body to grow stronger, she planned the numerous tasks she would again take up when she got well. She was in Clinton doing her usual trading May 5, but after rising the following day, was seized by intensive agony; returned to her bed and did not again rise. Death was due to a malignant disease. During the week she was bedfast, her devoted husband, children and grandchildren were constantly at her bedside, doing all possible to brighten her days and ease her suffering as she had so often done in ministering to others. Martha Kathryn Fisher was born May 10, 1866, in Johnson County. October 3, 1888, she was united in marriage to August William Pruessner and to this union were given eight children, four of whom survive to comfort the father: Albert Pruessner of Chilhowee; Oscar, near Leesville; Mrs. Ralph Knoles, Higginsville, and Mrs. Leonard Moree, Clinton. There are also 20 grandchildren and one great-grandchild, besides the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. Delia Dalton of Leesville; Laura, married and living in California; Doris of Willard, Ohio; Bill Fisher, Leavenworth, Kans.; Ed of St. Louis, John of Illinois, and Bob of Texas. Mrs. Pruessner was converted and joined the Baptist Church when 22 years old and in true consecration to the Master's service, she sought out the needy to help. to the sick she not only took food to strengthen the body, but also sustenance for the soul. She was a tower of strength to those in time of trouble or sorrow, and as she went about doing good, she did not forget to teach this to her children and grandchildren, as they kept busy with their extensive farming operations and livestock raising. Mr. Pruessner owned over 1,000 acres of land near Leesville, where they lived 33 years and reared their children. Mr. and Mrs. Pruessner were congenial and devoted, ever youthful in spirit with their children, teaching them happiness and holding before them a singleness of purpose to cement family ties with love for one another and consecration to the Master. Mrs. Pruessner sought the things of life that cannot be bought; the devotion of her family which was hers wholeheartedly; beauty from her flowers; a well kept garden with its rich yielding store; success with her highly bred flock of English White Leghorn chickens. Funeral services were held at the home near Quarles on Sunday. Burial at Tebo in the family lot under the direction of Consalus & Peck.

PRUESSNER, Norman Wayne
1920-1996
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Norman "Wayne" Pruessner was born May 2, 1920, in Leesville, the son of Oscar and Violet (Puckett) Pruessner. He died Sunday, February 11, 1996, at the North Kansas City Hospital. Wayne spent his early years in Leesville and attended Leesville School. On April 16, 1938, Wayne married Evelyn May Summers. For the next six years, Wayne farmed with his brother, Paul, on their family farm. In June of 1944, Wayne enlisted in the US Navy. During World War II he saw duty in both the Atlantic and Pacific Campaigns. He was honorably discharged in March 1946 and returned to work at the Windsor Shoe Factory. In 1947, Wayne and Evelyn welcomed a daughter, Norma Jeanne, into their lives. Gary Lee followed in 1949. The family moved to Kansas City in 1950 and in 1951 Gerald Dee, their second son, was born. Wayne worked as a wallpaper steamer until 1954, then worked for Sealright for 27 years, retiring in 1981. Wayne enjoyed visiting with friends and neighbors, doing mechanical work on tractors, cars or whatever needed fixing. He was frequently seen making his morning visits to see his mother. Wayne was known for his generosity and compassion for his fellow man. He was a gentle person, always there when someone needed him. A friend, to Wayne, was a friend for life. After retiring, he enjoyed spending time at his trailer in Clinton, relaxing and visiting old friends, also visiting his son, Jerry, at his farm outside Stockton. Wayne liked the outdoors, or as he would call it "the country." Camping, fishing or just being outside brought Wayne happiness. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn, of the home; two sons, Gary Pruessner, Kansas City, and Gerald Pruessner, Humansville; one daughter, Jeanne Pruessner, Kansas City; three brothers, Oscar Pruessner, Kansas City, Paul Pruessner, Clinton, and Lowell Dean Pruessner, Liberty; one sister, Bernie Pelfrey, Rossville, Kansas; two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Billy Pruessner. Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 14, at the Consalus Chapel in Clinton. Burial was in the Parks Chapel Cemetery.

PRUESSNER, Oscar Sherman
1898-1939
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Oscar Pruessner of Leesville died about 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 3, 1939, following a sudden attack of what was thought to be asthma with which he had suffered some time, although he had had no spells this winter. Saturday, when in the throes of the attack, he told his wife he was dying. He had just returned from a second look at his crops, the tending of which had been his life's keenest enjoyment, when he was struck with the attack. He called his wife, who with their daughter-in-law, Mrs. Wayne Pruessner, went to him, helped him on their porch and eased the pain as much as possible. While Mrs. Wayne Pruessner went for her husband in a field, the suffering man talked with his beloved wife before he slipped into the shadowy realms of eternity. Saturday morning Mr. Pruessner had talked with his son, Paul, while viewing the crops, and told him his physician said he had but a few more days on earth and requested that he take good care of Mrs. Pruessner, to whom Mr. Pruessner was most devoted. A short time later, he visited a neighbor, Hobart Sell, telling him that his time here was limited, then returned home again to look on the fields. His wife was unaware that he was worse than usual; did not know he had consulted a physician and when the last attack came as he was entering their front yard, she believed he would recover. She is prostrate with grief at their home. Oscar Sherman Pruessner was born July 27, 1898, in Benton County, Missouri, a son of August William and Martha Fisher Pruessner, and moved with them when about seven years old to the home where he had since lived. He was united in marriage to Miss Violet Vern Puckett, December 7, 1919, and to this union six children were born, all of whom are left to comfort their mother: Wayne, Junior, Paul, Billy, Lowell Dean and the little two-year-old daughter he loved so dearly, Isla Vern, all of the home. He also leaves one daughter-in-law, Mrs. Wayne Pruessner; his father, August William Pruessner, near Quarles; one brother, Albert Pruessner, near Chilhowee; two sisters, Mrs. Ralph Knoles, Higginsville, Mo., and Mrs. Leonard Moree, Clinton. Mr. Pruessner was converted and joined the Tebo Church at an early age and had since remained a faithful member. He was a true neighbor, for not only to those on adjacent farms, but also to those in need did he render kindness. He was a good husband and father for he dearly loved his wife, children and home; nothing was too good for them in his estimation, and their welfare ever came foremost with him. The high esteem in which he was held was evinced in the steady stream of neighbors and friends who poured into the house after they heard of his death, also in the crowd of over 400 which overflowed the Tebo Church for the last rites. He was ever true to his heritage, with a deep love for the farm and raising livestock, and after his parents moved to another community he continued to live on the homeplace successfully tilling the acres he had loved from childhood. Funeral services were conducted at Tebo on Sunday by Rev. Hugh Sperry, who three weeks before had conducted like rites for deceased's mother. Burial at Tebo. Brothers-in-law were pallbearers: Lester Puckett, Leonard Moree, Ralph Knoles, George Eberting, Evert French, Allen Foster. Mrs. Oscar Pruessner's sister, Mrs. Will D. Swazye, of Wichita, Kans., came for the funeral and for a few days with her sister.

PRUESSNER, Paul
1923-2000
Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 10 2000 - Paul Pruessner, 76, Clinton, died Friday, January 7, 2000, at Golden Valley Hospital. Funeral services were held Monday at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Parks Chapel Cemetery. He was born at Leesville on March 19, 1923, son of Oscar and Violet Puckett Pruessner. Preceding him in death were his wife, Dorothy, and two brothers, Wayne and Bill Pruessner. Surviving are two daughters, Carolyn Craig, Kansas City, and Beverly Kemp, Manor, Texas; one sister, Bernie Pelfrey, Roseville, Kansas; two brothers, Oscar Pruessner, Jr., Kansas City and Lowell Dean Pruessner, Liberty; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

PRUETT, Mary Virginia "Jenny" STEWART
1928-2015
Mary Virginia "Jenny" Pruett went to her heavenly mansion on Monday, March 2, 2015. She was born February 21, 1928 in Clinton, Missouri to Elmer and Kate Stewart. She loved to play gospels on the piano and played for 17 years at Lilly Orchard Baptist Church in Moss Point, Mississippi. She was a studio photographer and was very skilled at colorizing black and white portraits. She was a great Mom and a good provider. Her boys were her #1 priority. She is preceded in death by her husband, Gene Pruett, her parents, and her sisters: Sue Fletcher, Marie Harvey, Colleen Smith, and Shirley Koztelac. She is survived by her three sons and their families. Jessie David "JD" and Mary New, Daniel Anthony "Danny" and Claudette Merritt, and Christopher Dale "Chris" and Sandy Chase. 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Her sisters: Norma Lee "Tommie" Kelly, Eva Loyd, Frieda Kay Vilain, and Carol Easter, her brother: Bob Steward, and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend a very heartfelt thank you to her nieces, "The Easter Girls": Victoria Easter Gilbert, Jackie Easter Clark, and Rita Easter Phelps for the attention they gave her during the months leading up to her death. With a special thank you to Vickie for her wonderful care and tireless dedication to their Mom for the past several years. Her care and attention is appreciated more than she will ever know. A Memorial Service to honor her life will be held on Saturday, the 11th of April at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home.

PUCKETT, Alvin Lee
1931-2006
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 24 2007 - Alvin Lee Puckett was born August 12, 1931, in Leesville Township, the son of Lester and Lola (Hickman) Puckett. He died at St. Joseph Hospital, Kansas City, on December 29, 2006, at the age of 75 years. Alvin graduated form Clinton High School and then spent over 21 years in the Air Force. He served from 1952-1973 as a maintenance crew chief on B-36s, B-52s and C130s. After retiring from the Air Force he made his home in Clinton and operated a real estate business until his health failed. Alvin married Phyllis Glee Cooper in March 1952. To the union five children were born. His eyes would always light up when his family came to visit and he would enjoy listening about their lives and sharing stories. He was very involved with his family and they were the love of his life. He was always willing to help anyone in need. Alvin accepted Christ at an early age during a service at Tebo Baptist Church and was a m ember of Northeast Baptist Church. Alvin was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Lola Puckett, and several nieces and nephews. Alvin is survived by his wife Phillis of the home; brother Lester Merle Puckett and wife Barbara; sons Paul and wife Karen, Harrisonville, Douglas and wife Linda, Olathe, Kansas, Norman and wife Sabrina, Mazon, Illinois, and Kenneth of Clinton; daughter Diane Richman and husband Mark, Holden; nine grandchildren, Angela Torres and husband, Jake Richman, Crista Thomas and husband, Shane Puckett and wife, Nicole Puckett, James Posey, Alex Puckett, Cassie Puckett and Justin Puckett; four great-grandchildren, Alex Thomas, Jillian Gabriel Torres and newest arrival, Eleanor Thomas, and many nieces and nephews. funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Monday, January 1. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery, Clinton.

PUCKETT, Lester Merle
1927-2012
White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Lester "Merle" Puckett, 84, Urich, died on Saturday. March 10, 2012, at St. Luke's Hospital-Plaza in Kansas City. Merle was born on July 29, 1927, the oldest son of Lester Vincent and Lola Aritta "Hickman" Puckett of Coal in Henry County. He attended Shady Grove Grade School in Coal. After graduating from Coal High School, he enlisted in the Army and served in WWII. After serving in Germany and receiving his discharge, Merle attended vocational school for a year where he fine-tuned his skills as a machinist. He went to work for Peabody Coal Company as a machinist and worked there for 37 years until his retirement in 1989. He married Barbara on April 26, 1981. They made their home in Urich. Merle loved to travel, go fishing, antiquing and browsing flea markets. Of all the activities he enjoyed, the one he enjoyed the most was spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He loved them so much. Preceding Merle in death were his parents; a brother, Alvin Puckett; two daughters, Phyllis Hensevelt and Lisa Slinger; a son-in-law, Dennis Slinger, and a grandson, Derek Slinger. Surviving is his wife, Barbara; two sons, Edward Puckett (Mary Ann) and Brad Caldwell (Francine); five daughters, Marsha Smith (Ralph), Karen Davis (Ron), Laurie Thomas (Neil), Lana Wright (Bill) and Tammy Slinger; a son-in-law, Steve Hensevelt; a sister-in-law, Phyllis Puckett; 13 grandchildren and their spouses and seven great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held Friday, March 16 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Urich. Interment will follow in White Oak Cemetery of Urich.

PUCKETT, Lola Aritta HICKMAN
1903-2004
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 16 2004 - Lola Aritta Puckett, 100, born close to Petersburg, Illinois, August 26, 1903, the daughter of the late Louis Lillard and Lena Christena (Borchert) Hickman, died Sunday, August 1, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital. She came to Clinton with her family in 1906. She was united in marriage to Lester Puckett on November 2, 1924. They had two sons, Merle Puckett and his wife Barbara, Urich, and Alvin Puckett and his wife Phyllis, Clinton. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Lester, who died June 4, 1961; four sisters, Louise Fox, Loreta Barnett, Lillie Sexson and Leta Smith; one brother, Lewis Hickman, and two granddaughters, Phyllis Hensevelt and Lisa Slinger. In addition to her sons, she leaves 11 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She grew up on a farm six miles east of Clinton and received her education at a small one-room school at Bronaugh. She was converted at age 21 and joined the Good Hope Baptist Church, then moved her membership to Tebo Baptist Church when she married. She moved her membership to the Blairstown Baptist Church when they bought the Blairstown General Grocery. Lola moved to the Senior Housing in Urich June 10, 1990, and joined the Urich Baptist Church. Her greatest joy was being with her sons and their wives and families. She also loved her garden, flowers and the great outdoors. She considered everyone her friend and loved them all dearly. Funeral services were held Saturday, August 7, at the Consalus Funeral Home in Clinton. Interment was at Englewood Cemetery in Clinton.

PUCKETT, Phyllis Glee COOPER
1934-2018
Vansant Road/Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Phyllis Glee Puckett passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at the age of 83. She was surrounded by her family at Golden Valley Hospital. She was preceded in death by her husband Alvin Lee Puckett, 2 brothers Glen and Charles Cooper and a grandson Jake Richman. Phyllis is survived by five children: Paul and Karen Puckett of Harrisonville, Missouri, Douglas and Linda Puckett of Olathe, Kansas, Norman and Sabrina Puckett from Mazon, Illinois, Diane and Mark Richman from Holden, Missouri, Kenneth and Joyce Puckett from Clinton, Missouri, 12 Grandchildren and 13 Great Grandchildren. Phyllis was born in August of 1934, the daughter of Harley and Edith Cooper. She married Alvin Puckett on March 29, 1952. They enjoyed raising their 5 children while traveling, camping and enjoying life in general. Phyllis accepted Christ as her Savior at a young age and was a member of Northeast Baptist Church in Clinton. Funeral service will be on Monday, February 12 at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Interment will follow at Vansant Road Cemetery.

PUGH, Mary L. MOORE
1931-2012
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 3 2012 - Mary L. Pugh died at Golden LivingCenter-Westwood, Clinton, on February 26, 2012, at the age of 80 years. She was born October 17, 1931 in Tipton, the daughter of Albert Lee and Mary (Shaw) Moore. Mary was a homemaker. She was of the Christian faith and attended New Hope Baptist Church, Clinton. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Mary Moore; brother Kenneth Moore, and infant sister. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Clyde and Ann Pugh; son Robert Pugh, all of Clinton; daughter Helen Crapps of Sedalia; brother Charles Moore of Jefferson City; seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 29, at Vansant-Mills Funeral Chapel, Clinton. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery.

PUGH, Timothy Marko
1962-2011
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 7 2011 - Timothy Marko Pugh, 49, Clinton, died Tuesday, April 5, 2011. Cremation. No services scheduled. Timothy was born January 30, 1962 in Kansas City, Kansas. He is survived by his parents Gerald and Nancy Pugh, Clinton; three daughters, Melissa, Misty and Chelsea; one granddaughter; two sisters, Jean Ellen Ballard, Clinton, and Cindy Lynn Burns, Calhoun. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Cass County Cremation Service, Harrisonville.

PULLEN, Craig Alan
1952-1991
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Craig A. Pullen of Goose Creek, S.C., the son of Gilbert and Frances Parker Pullen, was born August 24, 1952, in Clinton. He passed away October 12, 1991, at the V. A. Medical Center in Charleston, S.C., at the age of 39. He grew up in Urich and attended grade school there. He completed junior high and high school at Sherwood, near Creighton. He professed his faith in Christ at an early age, being baptized and united with the Urich Baptist Church. He later transferred his membership to the Northbridge Baptist Church in Charleston, S.C. He was a member of Goose Creek Masonic Lodge #401 and also a member of the Phi Theta Kappa fraternity. He served as president and southeast regional president of the organization. He has been honored by having an annual scholarship granted in his name at Trident Technical College of Charleston. He was united in marriage to Kathleen Kennedy Morris July 28, 1977. They spent most of their married life in Charleston, S.C., area, with the exception of three years in Satellite Beach, Florida, when he was stationed in Cape Canaveral. He served aboard the S.S.B.N. submarines Frances Scott Key, the Woodrow Wilson and the Casimer Polaski. He served at the Naval Ordinance Test Unit at Cape Canaveral, the USS Holland Submarine Tender and spent two years attending college under the enlisted Education Advancement Program where he earned an Associates Degree and was continuing classes at Limestone College. His last tour of duty was with the Polaris Missile Facility Atlantic at Charleston. He was retired on September 27, 1991. Funeral services were Thursday, October 17, 1991, at the Urich Baptist Church. Burial was in Urich Cemetery.

PULLEN, Elmer E.
1915-2010
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 15 2010 - Elmer E. Pullen, 94, Clinton, died Friday, May 7, 2010, at the Golden Living Center-Westwood of Clinton. He was born October 10, 1915. Elmer was an electric lineman. He was a member of Masonic Lodge, El Monte, California, and the IBEW for 65 years. He was preceded in death by his first wife Ann; two sisters and a brother. Elmer is survived by his wife Joan of the home; stepsons, Rick and wife Connie Strope, Clinton, Joe and wife Marilyn Strope, Parker Colorado, and Doug and wife Vicki Strope, Belton; sister-in-law Mary Pullen, Minnesota, as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, on Monday, May 10.

PULLEN, Gilbert Junior
1924-2012
Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Gilbert J. Pullen, 87 of Clinton, MO, died Saturday, March 10, 2012, at his home. Gilbert Junior Pullen was born Oct. 7, 1924, Creighton, Mo., to Gilbert "Gil" Henry Pullen and Eulah Grace Nelson. He married Willie Frances Parker Oct. 30, 1943, and to this union one son, Craig Alan, was born. Gilbert attended and graduated from the Creighton and Urich schools. After his marriage he and Frances made their home in Urich most of their lives, except for seven years when they lived in Kansas City where Gilbert worked in the warehouse district. Gilbert graduated from Barber school in Kansas City and served his apprenticeship in the Urich barbershop he purchased and operated for many years. It was a local gathering spot where everyone knew he would close shop three times a day so he could go home to care for his wife, who was an invalid for several years. They were a very devoted couple. After his retirement from the Barber Shop, Gilbert lived for a time with his son and family in South Carolina, where his son was a career Navy man. Gilbert returned to Henry Co. after his son's death in 1991, and since that time has lived in Clinton, Mo. Gilbert was baptized at an early age, and for most of his life has been a member of the Urich Baptist Church. Gilbert had been in failing health for several months with numerous hospital stays. He greatly appreciated his great niece and husband, Susan and Matthew Nelson, Olathe KS., with whom he stayed during recovery, and who stayed with him during his various hospital confinements. Gilbert apparently passed peacefully in his easy chair while watching TV, with a sandwich in his lap. He was preceded in death by his parents, infant brother Robert, half-brothers Paul and Kenneth Gregg Pullen, his beloved wife Frances in 1971 and his son in 1991. He is survived by his daughter-in-law, Kathleen Gomez, So. Carolina; nieces LaDon (Gordon) Brennan, of NY; and Karen (Jim) Timble of IL; step-grandchildren Paul A. and Stephanie Morris, brothers-in-law Gene Chandler, Creighton; and Herbert Parker, Independence; and nieces and nephews of his wife, including Norman and Roger Estep, Paulette and Glenn Chandler, Cindy Firestone, Carol Ann and Sandra, He also leaves several great nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Services will be Saturday, March 17th at the Urich Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Urich Cemetery.

PULLEN, Joan FOSTER STROPE
1930-2011
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 1 2011 - Joan Foster Strope Pullen was born November 11, 1930, near Appleton City, to George Sr. and Eunice (Frey) Foster. She died at Golden LivingCenter-Westwood in Clinton on October 26, 2011, at 80 years of age. Joan and Richard H. Strope were married in 1950 and to this union three sons were born, Rick, Joe and Doug. They started their married life in Appleton City with Richard working at Schlichtman Hatchery and Joan as a homemaker. They moved to Independence in 1951 where Richard worked at Lake city Ammunitions. Joan was a devoted wife and loving mother. They moved to Montrose in 1960 where they owned and operated Strope Sundries until 1979. Following Richard's death on October 29, 1981, Joan moved to Clinton where she made her home. She met and later married Elmer E. Pullen July 11, 1992. They enjoyed their retirement years together until Elmer's passing May 7, 2000. Joan enjoyed cooking for her family, especially holiday dinners, spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceding Joan in death were her parents, her husbands, one sister, Elizabeth Foster, and one brother, George Foster Jr. Survivors include her three sons, Richard Strope and wife Connie, Clinton, Joe Strope and wife Marilyn, Parker, Colorado, Doug Strope and wife Vicki, Belton, and eight grandchildren, Kimberly and husband Jim Caffey, Jeremy Strope, Ben Strope and wife Claire, Kristina and husband Mark Calhoun, Kyla and husband Bryan Inman, Angela and husband Chris Steward, Ashley Strope and Derek Strope; three great-grandchildren, Deanna Strope, Carson Steward and Palynn Inman; four siblings, Stella Jones, Jake Foster and wife Georgia, Dora and husband Maynard Cole, and Margaret and husband A. C. Dines. Funeral Mass was held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Montrose, on Friday, October 28. Interment was in St. Mary's Cemetery, Montrose.

PUMPHREY, Elizabeth Jane CHASE
1850-1921
Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Dec 30 1921 - Mrs. Elizabeth J. Pumphrey died Dec. 24, at Parsons, Kas., where she went 18 weeks ago to spend her last days with her daughters, Mrs. E. R. White and Mrs. A. Stevenson. All was done for her comfort and stay here that ready hands and loving hearts could do, but the God of the earth and heaven said she had suffered long enough here, so he came and took her unto Himself. She was born Jan. 2nd, 1850, in Tipton county, Ind., and she was married to G.W. Pumphrey, May 23rd, 1867, in Indiana. They came to Missouri about 1887, and located for a time at Dresdon. To them were born six dutiful children, who held their mother in high esteem and supreme admiration. Under the good providence of God her husband and all the children survive her. The address of her children are as follows: John Pumphrey, Paola, Kas.; William Pumphrey, Clinton, Mo.; Mrs. J.E. Johnson, Butler, Mo., R.F.D.; Mrs. T. B. Skaggs, Montrose, Mo.; and Mrs. E. R. White and Mrs. A. Stevenson, both of Parsons, Kas. She made a profession of religion in the year about 1890. She believed in her church and died in the triumphant faith of her Savior. It was at Dresdon that she made a profession of religion and first united with the church. They came to the vicinity of LaDue about 30 years ago. Sister Pumphrey was one of the charter members of the LaDue Baptist Church, and was faithful, dependable and untiring in God's service. Her funeral was conducted by the writer Monday, Dec. 26, 1921, in LaDue Baptist Church. She was buried in the cemetery at Bear Creek church. - J.M. Ramsey, Clinton, Mo.

PUMPHREY, Harry Christopher
1920-1943
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Pumphrey Last Rites. Memorial services were held at the Second Street Methodist Church, Sunday, July 4, for Harry Christopher Pumphrey, Aviation Ordnanceman, Third Class, U. S. Naval Reserve, who died at sea, May 24, 1943. Relatives and friends paid a silent tribute to this fine, former, young Clinton businessman, who gave his life in the performance of duty for his country. Taps were sounded at the church, then flowers were placed on the family lot at Englewood.

PUMPHREY, John Wesley
1897-1921
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Last Friday morning at 8:15 the New Day had come for John Wesley Pumphrey, for then he left his body of clay and went to the City Beautiful, away from the weary months and days of pain, for it was about a year ago he first became ill and had been sick all that time. The end came peaceably that morning and it seemed fitting that one in the morning time of life should pass to the Great Beyond in the early hours of the day. He was born at Montrose, May 6, 1897, being 24 years, 3 months and 28 days old. When a boy he moved with his parents to Clinton and this had been his home since with the exception of the several months he served in the army during the World War, he being on the sea enroute to France when the armistice was signed. March 7, 1920, he married Miss Irene Clark. Life seemed to offer much for this happy young couple, as they were both industrious and loved to work and play together. They went to a farm east of Clinton, but after only about six months he became ill. Then both he, his wife and his parents did everything to restore him to health. His father took him to another climate but as no apparent good seemed to come of it, he returned and skilled physicians were employed. at times he seemed to improve and hopes were entertained for his recovery but his constitution proved too frail. He was converted in the Wade Johnson Tabernacle meetings in the fall of 1917 and later united with the Baptist church. He was a good Christian boy and a faithful attendant at Sunday school, B.Y.P.U. and church. He was quiet by nature, but was always ready with a smiling face to greet his friends. We know he is enjoying the Heavenly Home, but it seems very hard to have to give him up to the young wife as she has a baby son Harry C. Pumphrey, who is 8 months and 5 days old who will miss the council of a wise father. His memory will be treasured in the little wife's heart and her little boy will always be taught to love his daddy, who is awaiting their coming on the other side. He also leaves his parents Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Pumphrey, one brother George, and one sister Miss Flora Pumphrey, all at home. The funeral services were conducted at the Baptist church Sunday afternoon, after which he was laid in Englewood.

PUMPHREY, William Steven
1861-1924
Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Friday, Mar 28 1924 - PASSING OF A GOOD MAN -- W.S. Pumphrey, born August 6th, 1868, at Tipton, Indiana; died March 22nd, 1924, at his home on North Carter street, with complication of diseases. He was united in marriage to Miss Eliza Jane Johnson, January 27, 1892, at Dresden, Mo. He is survived by his wife; son, George, at home; daughter, Mrs. Flora Clark, of Hartwell; also one grandson, Harry C. Pumphrey; father George Humphrey, of Clinton; brother J.W. Pumphrey, Paola, Kansas; three sisters - Mrs. Minnie White, Parsons, Kansas; Mrs. J.E. Johnson, Butler, Mo.; Mrs. T.B. Skaggs, Uneeda, Mo. Deceased was a barber and held in high esteem by the men of his trade, as well as customers, as he always had a good word and a smile for everyone he met. He will be sadly missed by all. By belief he was a Baptist. A short service was held at his late residence on Monday, after which his remains were taken to the Bear Creek church, where the funeral was preached. After this his body was laid to rest in the Bear Creek cemetery, where his mother and four of the children are buried.

PUNTNEY, John H.
1815-1893
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Died Monday, March 13, about six o'clock, the immortal spirit of John H. Punteney passed to the better world, after a lingering illness of about three months. Born June 18, 1815 in Pennsylvania but while yet an infant was taken to west Virginia, where he lived until he was 16, when he went to Indiana to reside. In 1880, located in St. Clair County where he lived until about six years ago when he came to Clinton. He joined the North Methodist Church in 1836, has been a faithful Christian. He had been suffering from heart disease for several years. Leaves a wife and eight children. Burial in Englewood.

PURCHASE, Ercil L. DeJARNETT
1904-2006
Memorial Park Cemetery, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 15 2006 - Ercil L. Purchase, 101, of Sedalia and formerly of Green Ridge, died Thursday, September 14, 2006, at the Fairview Nursing Home in Sedalia, Mo. She was born November 5, 1904, in Pettis County near LaMonte, Mo., the daughter of Andrew Barton DeJarnett and Helen (Wood) DeJarnett. On May 13, 1926 in Pettis County, Mo., she married Carl Rager, who preceded her in death. On June 23, 1962 in Monrovia, California, she married John Purchase, who preceded her in death in 1975. Ercil’s early education began in a one-room school on 16th Street in Sedalia, called the Vanatta School. After graduating from LaMonte High School, in LaMonte, Mo., she began teaching school and attended college in the summers. She taught at Hickory Point and the LaMonte Elementary School and later earned a teaching degree from Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg, Mo. She taught school in the Green Ridge School district and she also taught school in California for a period of time, teaching in public schools a total of 30 years before retiring in 1969. Mrs. Purchase was a member of the Green Ridge Presbyterian Church serving in several offices and circle groups through the years. She was also a member of the Order of Eastern Star, Pettis County Chapter #279 and had received her 50-year pin in 1990. Survivors include two stepsons, Wilfred L. Purchase and J. L. "Chub" Purchase, both of Green Ridge, Mo.; a brother, A. B. DeJarnett, state of California; several nieces and nephews; nine step-grandchildren and several step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Leonard DeJarnett; three sisters, Mae Ray, Ruby Marshall, and Dove Harkless; and a stepdaughter, Zelma Tullock. Funeral services will be Saturday, September 16, at the Green Ridge Presbyterian Church, Green Ridge, Mo. Burial will be in the Memorial Park Cemetery, Sedalia, Mo.

PURDOM, Sara Helen Reinay
1993-1993
Walnut Grove Cemetery, Ballard, Bates Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Sara Helen Rinay Purdom, infant daughter of Mark and Debra Smith Purdom, passed away Tuesday, October 5, 1993 at Truman Medical Center West in Kansas City. Surviving are her parents, Mark and Debra Purdom, Kansas City; a half sister Elizabeth Purdom; her maternal grandparents, Jim and Kathy Smith, Kansas City; paternal grandparents, Gary and Carol Purdom, Blue Springs; and her great-grandfather Edwin Smith, Holden; her paternal great-grandparents Thomas and Darlene Brown, Blue Springs, and Iva Purdom, Blue Springs. Graveside services were Thursday, October 7, 1993 at Walnut Grove Cemetery near Ballard.

PURDY, Willis "Bid"
1923-1992
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Willis "Bid" Purdy died March 8, 1992, in Corona, California, friends here have learned. He was born January 19, 1923, in Clinton and served 21 years in the Air Force. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy H. Purdy, deceased. They formerly lived in Clinton. Mr. Purdy is survived by his wife, Pat, and a daughter, Deona Hughes; three grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a sister, Kathryn Boucher, and a brother, Patrick.

PURNELL, Arnetta B. HILLS
1911-1964
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Dec 31 1964 - Mrs. Forrest Purnell, Fredonia, Kan., died unexpectedly at her home there about 7:p.m., Dec. 24. She had suffered with a heart condition for several years and had recently been in the hospital for a checkup. Arnetta Hills, daughter of R. V. and Ella (Jones) Hills, was born in Dallas County, Mo., March 13, 1911. The family later moved to Deepwater and Arnetta attended school there. After reaching young womanhood she married Forrest Purnell. The major part of their married life was spent in Fredonia. Two children blessed their union, Forrest Wayne Purnell, Wichita, Kan., and Sandra Kay Purnell, presently teaching in Iran. Mrs. Purnell confessed her faith in Christ and united with the Deepwater Baptist Church in 1926, where her membership remained. Survivors include her husband of the home, the mentioned two children; two grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Inez Graff, Fredonia, Kan., Mrs. Eunice Callaway, Clinton, Mrs. Edith Walker, California state; one brother, Alonzo Hills, Kansas City. Preceding her in death were her parents, five brothers, Wiley, Jerry, Ted, Ernest and William (Wid) Hills. Last rites and burial were in Fredonia Tuesday, Dec. 29. The daughter, Miss Sandra Kay, arrived in Kansas City, by plane Sunday night, where she was met by family members.

PURNELL, Clifton Eugene "Gene"
1920-2008
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 30 2008 - Clifton (Gene) Purnell, 87, Kansas City, Kansas, formerly of Clinton, died Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at the Shawnee Mission Medical Center, Shawnee Mission, Kansas. He was born July 27, 1920, in Calhoun to Ernest and Jeanette Ethel (Anders) Purnell. Gene and Harriett Raylene Martin were married Nov. 25, 1939, in Windsor. Survivors include his son Bob Purnell and wife Judy, Batesville, Arkansas; his daughter, Bev Updike and husband Ted, Kansas City, Kansas; three sisters, Gladys Tise, Edna LaRue and Betty Clemens and her husband Estel, all of Clinton; eight grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Gene was employed by the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education for many years. He served in the United States Army during World War II. Some of his life's greatest pleasures were gardening, fishing, camping, bluegrass music, Kansas City Royals and he loved Kansas University basketball. He was preceded in death by his wife; brother John Purnell, and a great-granddaughter McKenzie Hernandez. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 31, at Consalus Funeral Home in Clinton. Interment will be in the Calhoun Cemetery.

PURNELL, Harriett "Raylene" MARTIN
1921-2002
Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 7 2002 - Harriett "Raylene" Purnell, 81, formerly of Clinton, died Friday, October 4, 2002, at the Wood-Lawn Nursing Home in Batesville, Arkansas. She was born August 17, 1921, in Calhoun, the daughter of Ray and Jessie Martin. Mrs. Purnell and her husband of 63 years, Clifton "Gene", lived in Kansas City for many years where she worked for the Sealy Mattress Company and H.D. Lee. They later retired in Clinton. She is survived by her husband, Gene, Batesville, Arkansas; one son, Bob Purnell and his wife Judy, Batesville, Arkansas; one daughter, Bev Updike and husband Ted, Kansas City, Kansas; one brother, Bob Martin and wife Mary Jo, Sedalia; nine grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 8, at the Sickman & Dunning Chapel. Burial will be in the Calhoun Cemetery.

PURSLEY, Fred
1918-1992
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Fred Pursley, 74, Windsor, died Thursday afternoon, September 17, 1992, at the Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg. He was born in Alpena, Arkansas, on January 18, 1918, the son of Homer Estemer and Virgie Angeline Jones Pursley. On December 20, 1945, in Harrison, Arkansas, he married Wanda Zeigler, who survives of the home. He was a farmer and a member of the First Baptist Church in Windsor, where he taught Sunday school for many years. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Jess Pursley of Rolla; one daughter, Phyllis Flanagan of Rockford, Illinois, and four grandchildren. Funeral services were Sunday afternoon, September 20, at the Hadley Funeral Home in Windsor. Burial was in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

PURVIS, Audrey SCROGHAM
1911-1994
Salem Cemetery, Foster, Bates Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Audrey Purvis, 82, Windsor, died Monday, March 14, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born October 3, 1911 in Worland, the daughter of George Elbert Scrogham and Mary Alpha Deaton Scrogham. In July 1972, in Clinton, she married Samuel Oliver Purvis, who survives of the home in Windsor. Mrs. Purvis was a supervisor in the chip department for Guy's Foods, Kansas City, for 27 years, before her retirement in 1972. She was a member of Windsor United Methodist Church. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son Gene Cary, Montrose; two daughters, Donna Bell, Napoleon, Mo.; Joy Heinrich, Aiken, S.C., seven grandchildren: Sandra, Roger, Sammy, Amy, Karen, Diane and Patty; three great-grandchildren; Thomas, Michael and Christy; five sisters, Delma Mantle, Clinton, Ia.; Madelyn Sparks, Springfield, Veldeane Stull, Windsor, Delane Bixley and Elberta Mitchell, both of Clinton; one brother, Delbert Scrogham, Windsor. She was preceded in death by a brother, Glyn Scrogham. Funeral services will be Thursday, March 17, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Salem Cemetery, Foster.

PUTTHOFF, Catherine Elizabeth RICHTER
1910-2004
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 25 2004 - Catherine E. Putthoff died February 10, 2004, at Wilshire at Lakewood Care Center in Lee's Summit. She was born September 27, 1910, in Montrose, the daughter of Benjamin and Johanna (Blomert) Richter. In 1928 she moved to Kansas City. she worked at Sears Roebuck Catalog Center. She moved back to Montrose in 1930 and married Clem "Butch" Putthoff on June 24, 1930. They were members of St. Ludger's Catholic Church in Germantown. Catherine was preceded in death by her husband, Clem, on March 27, 1981; five brothers, Frank, Henry, Joseph, Benjamin and Leo Richter, and three sisters, Arlene and Rose Richter and viola Daldrup. She is survived by three daughters and two sons, JoAnna and husband Paul Hillerman and Joyce Smith, all of Montrose, Betty McKee, Kansas city, Bill Putthoff and wife Lola, Lee's Summit, and Jim Putthoff and wife Pat, Kansas City, Kansas. Also surviving are four sisters, Fern Hake of Montrose, Marie Nass of Simi Valley, California, Ruthann and husband Roger Atkins, Kansas City, Margaret Humphrey of Louisville, Kansas; two sisters-in-law, Thelma Richter of Grandview and Joan Richter of Montrose; 12 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. Funeral mass was held February 14 at Immaculate Conception Church, Clinton. Interment was in St. Mary's Cemetery.

PUTTHOFF, Clifford Edward
1915-1999
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Oct 29 1999 - Clifford Edward Putthoff, 84, Clinton, died Thursday, September 30, 1999, at Golden Valley Hospital. He was born July 19, 1915, near Montrose, the son of William and Clara (Koch) Putthoff. In his youth he was in the CCC and had stories to tell of his life there. Many more stories were told of his military service to his country from August 1942 to February 1945, during which time he served in the European and Pacific area of the war. His early years in the service were the eastern part of the United States. He liked to study maps of those areas especially. Any history and map study was usually of great interest to him. On December 20, 1942, he married Mary Boden. As soon as his service to the United States was over, they began farming west of Piper until 1959 when they moved to a farm east of Clinton, where he continued farming until his retirement in 1996. Farming was a joint venture for them. His one love was farming. He never considered any other. Survivors are his wife, Mary, and two daughters, Rose Margaret Strickland, Independence, and Patricia Putthoff, Kansas City; one grandson, Cliffie Putthoff, Independence, and one granddaughter, Brandy Llona, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California; one great-grandson, Logan Putthoff, and one sister, Jeanette A. Rotert, Kansas City. He was a member of St. Ludger's Church, Germantown, until 1959 when he joined Holy Rosary Church, Clinton, where the funeral services were held on October 4. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

PUTTHOFF, Heinrich "Henry"
1800-1888
St. Ludger Cemetery, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Feb 18 1888 - Henry Putthoff, living 1 1/2 miles northwest of Montrose, died of pneumonia Feb. 13, 1888, aged 88. A native of Prussia and moved to Henry county in 1855. He has living in this county two children, 19 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren. One of his grandchildren is the efficient constable, W. H. Putthoff of Montrose. Buried in the Germantown Catholic burying ground February 15.

PUTTHOFF, Joseph J.
1860-1926
St. Ludger Cemetery, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Montrose Tidings, Montrose, MO - Well Known Farmer of Germantown Dies - J. J. Putthoff, industrious and staunch builder of the Germantown community, died at his home at 7:30 Friday morning, April 30, after a long illness of heart trouble. For the past 18 months he had suffered from this affliction. Mr. Putthoff was best known to all by his honesty and integrity. He was of a cheerful nature, winning the friendship and companionship of everyone he came in contact with. His family was his inspiration and the family ties were close and affectionate. He was devoted to his family and was most generous in his affections, desiring at all times the things that were for their good. He will be sadly missed by his children more than anyone. Rev. Father Alt conducted the funeral service. The remains were laid to rest Monday at 9 o'clock in the Germantown cemetery. His health had been failing for several years and the last few months of suffering were intense agony. His life has been clean, sown with good seed. His harvest time had come. The pall bearers were Joe Luckner, Anton Hake, John Mucke, Geo. Tenholder and Henry Meyers. J. J. Putthoff was born in Germantown, March 1, 1860 and died April 30, 1926, aged 66 years, 1 month and 29 days. On May 10, 1887, he was married to Mary Francis Cook. to this union were born 10 children of which 8 are living, 4 sons, Vince of Kansas City; Andrew and Paul of Montrose; Henry Ben of the home; 4 daughters, Mrs. Ida Kalwei and Mrs. Lula Schnoebelen, deceased; Lena and Teresa of Kansas City; Mrs. Laura Schnoebelen of Montrose; Bernardine of the home. Mr. Putthoff is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 2 brothers, Theo of Germantown, and Henry of Kansas City, also a host of neighbors and friends.

PUTTHOFF, Mary Elizabeth BODEN
1918-2003
Englewood Cemetery (P), Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 7 2003 - Mary Elizabeth Putthoff died Monday, May 5, 2003, at the Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Nursing Center, Clinton. She was born in Montrose on July 9, 1918, the daughter of Henry and Louise Firsick Boden. She married Clifford Putthoff, who preceded her in death. She is survived by two daughters, Patricia Putthoff of Kansas City and Rose Strickland and husband Ed, Independence; two grandchildren, Brandy Llano of California and Cliff Putthoff of Independence; two great-grandchildren, Summer Llano of California and Logan Hunter Putthoff of Independence; three brothers, Raymond Boden, Harold Boden and LeRoy Boden; six sisters, Kathren Wagner, Rose Story, Clara Mae Greufe, Florence Talley, Eleanor Seaton and Ester Douglas. Funeral Mass will be at Holy Rosary Church, Clinton, Thursday, May 8. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

PUTTHOFF, Theodore
1856-1935
St. Ludger Cemetery, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Theodore Putthoff, 78 years of age, died at his home in Germantown, Christmas at 1:00 p.m., following a nine day illness with pneumonia. Mr. Putthoff was born October 21, 1856, in Germantown, where he resided all his life, and those who lived near him knew him to be a good neighbor and a kindly friend. Funeral services were conducted at St. Ludger's church Saturday. Burial was in the Germantown cemetery. He leaves his widow, seven daughters, Mesdames A. E. Hewitt, Clara McMurray, John Bachofer and Miss Dorothy Putthoff, all of Kansas City; Mrs. Ted Rotert, Montrose; Miss Johanna Putthoff, Los Angeles; and Mrs. Geo. Wolfran, Nora, Ill.; three sons, Louis H., Kansas City, and William and Edward Putthoff, both of Montrose. He also leaves 25 grandchildren.

PUTTHOFF, Wilfrid Paul "Willie"
1951-2006
St. Ludger Cemetery, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Montrose MO - Wilfrid Paul "Willie" Putthoff, son of Norbert H. and Lauretta Frances (Cook) Putthoff, was born in Appleton City, Missouri January 8, 1951. He passed away Monday, October 23, 2006 after an eight year battle with brain cancer. Mr. Putthoff lived most of his life in the Germantown, Missouri community where he was loved and respected. He was a hard worker choosing to farm in his early adult life and then later becoming a truck driver for Farmland Industries. Willie was a friendly man who enjoyed the company of his family and friends. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, traveling and reading. Willie was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Montrose, Missouri and also the Montrose Activity Club. Willie was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Mary Putthoff. Survivors include three brothers: Gene and Beverly of Belton, Missouri, Joe and Nathalie of Appleton City, Missouri and Phil and Cheryl of Peculiar, Missouri; three sisters: Rita and Gary Schafer of Kansas City, Missouri, Rose and Stan Brann of Kansas City North, Missouri and Jane and Hank Swaters of Montrose, Missouri. Extended family includes aunts and uncles, Paul and Josephine Cook of Independence, Missouri, Joe Cook of Urich, Missouri, Ben Kalwei of Montrose, Missouri and Teresa Cook of St. Louis, Missouri. Willie is a loved uncle by his many nephews, nieces and great-nieces and great-nephews. Funeral services will be Thursday, October 26, at Immaculate conception Catholic Church, Montrose, with burial in St. Ludger's Cemetery, Germantown.

PUTTHOFF, William Henry
1854-1940
St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton, MO - Former Montrose Resident Dies - William Henry Putthoff, age 86 years, who retired ten years ago as night watchman for the Colgate-Palmolive-Peet Co., died Thursday, January 25, at his home in Kansas City, Mo., having been ill about six months. He was born near Montrose, January 6, 1854. As a young man he conducted a grocery business in Montrose, being located on what are now vacant lots just north of the Hopfinger Grocery. He moved to Kansas City 50 years ago. He was a member of the Catholic Church, the Holy Name Society, and the Modern Woodman of America. Surviving are two daughters, Miss Rose Putthoff and Mrs. Lee Turgeon, and a son, James Putthoff, all of the home; two other sons, Albert T. Putthoff, Kansas City, and Wm. J. Putthoff, Parkville, Mo., three brothers, John, Leeds, Mo.; Antone, Bonner Springs, Kans., and Frank of Montrose; four sisters, Mrs. Minnie Goeble, Mrs. Mary Rotert, and Mrs. Elizabeth Sickman, all of Montrose, and Mrs. Catherine Rotert of Joplin. Funeral services were held at Saturday, Jan. 27, at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Burial in St. Mary's cemetery.

PYLE, Hester M.
1913-2004
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 30 2004 - Hester M. Pyle, 91, of Liberty, formerly of the Sedalia and Windsor areas, died Sunday, Dec. 26, 2004, at the Liberty Terrace Nursing Home in Liberty. She was born May 9, 1913, in Nonsuch, the daughter of James Ezra and Bertha Eunice Curtis Green. On Aug. 15, 1934, in Calhoun, she was married to Charles Ray Pyle, who died May 3, 1990. Mrs. Pyle was a homemaker and a member of the High Point Baptist Church in Windsor. Surviving are two sons, Marion Edward Pyle, of Excelsior Springs, and Lawrence Elvin Pyle, of Sibley; a daughter, Juanita Ilene Birchwood, of Longwood, Fla.; a brother, Norris Eldon Green, of Avon Park, Fla.; 17 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Lavernia May Pyle; a son, Charles Curtis Pyle; six brothers, Charles Green, Ralph Green, Morris Green, Horris Green, Bobby Green and Dale Edward Green; a sister, Lillian Laverne Green; four grandchildren, Calvin Ray Pyle, James Edward Pyle, Angela Pyle and Shawn Jenks; and a great-granddaughter, Heather Pyle. Funeral services will be Friday, December 31, at Hadley Funeral Home in Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery in Windsor.

PYLE, Marion "Ed"
1935-2017
Laurel Oak Cemetery (P), Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Marion "Ed" Pyle, 81, of Excelsior Springs, Missouri, died early Tuesday morning, March 14, 2017, at his home. He was born May 24, 1935, in La Puente, California, the son of Charles Ray Pyle and Hester Martella (Green) Pyle. On December 31, 1969, in Miami, Mo., he married Mary Fern Kinder. Ed worked in the construction industry in the Kansas City area for many years. Starting out as a carpenter, he then worked as a foreman and supervisor for several companies including, Tri-City Construction Company. He retired in 2002 as a bridge estimator with the Massman Construction Company in Kansas City. He loved history and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and guns. Ed and his wife took many trips to car shows in his 1940 Ford Deluxe Coupe. Acquiring this car in the 1970's, Ed spent many hours restoring it until it became "a thing of beauty." He was a member of the "Goodguys" car club. In addition to his wife Mary, survivors include 4 children, Jerry Davis (Sharon), Galesburg, Kansas; Linda Bender, Cripple Creek, Colorado; Dean Davis, Excelsior Springs, Mo.; and Betty Evans (Donny), Excelsior Springs, Mo.; 4 grandchildren, Jesse, Mark, Jeffrey, and Waylon; 6 great-grandchildren including 2 to be born this year; a sister, Juanita Birchwood, St. Petersburg, Florida; and several nieces, nephews, and extended family including his many beloved poodles, especially Mindy. He was preceded in death by a son Calvin Ray Pyle, a baby sister LaVernia May Pyle, and 2 brothers, Curtis Pyle and Lawrence Pyle. Graveside funeral services will be Tuesday, March 21, 2017, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor, Mo.