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Kewpie Family Deaths - 2008


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Those we love truly never die
Though year by year the sad memorial wreath--
A ring and flowers, types of life and death--
Are laid upon their graves.
Well blessed is she who has a dear one dead
A friend she has whose face will never change,
A dear communion that will not grow strange.
The anchor of a life is death.
There is no death, nor change, nor any ending.
Only a journey, and so many go
That we who stay at length discern the blending
Of the two roads, two breaths, two lives, and so
Come to the high and quiet knowledge that the dead
Are but ourselves, made beautiful instead.

 From, "Readings on the Philosophy of Death"
Author Unknown, from "Poetry For Verse Speaking Choir"
Arranged by, Helen D. Williams






























































































































OBITUARIES COURTESY OF "THE COLUMBIA DAILY TRIBUNE"
Ralph K. Fenton, husband of Vera Evelyn Acton Fenton (Class of 1943) passed away Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2008, in Columbia.

Douglas H. "Scottie" Garrett, father of Gayla Norell Garrett (Class of 1965) died Dec. 22, 2008, at his home in Hannibal.

Marie A. Freemyer, mother of Terry Chancellor (Class of 1962) passed away Monday, Dec. 22, 2008, at Bluff Creek Terrace.

Dr. Asa Breckenridge Crowe, father of Randall Breckenridge Crowe, deceased (Class of 1967) passed away Sunday, Dec. 21, 2008.

Joan Frances Simon, wife of B. D. Simon (Class of 1933) passed away Friday, Dec. 19, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

William Joseph "Joe" Cragin, wife of Cora Lee Stephenson, deceased (Class of 143), father of Marie Annette Ray (Class of 1965) and Michele Angela Palmer (Class of 1968) died Friday, Dec. 19, 2008.

Adele Henrietta Rothermich, mother of Robert Rothermich (Class of 1965), Richard Rothermich (Class of 1969) and Susan Cathey (Classs of 1972) passed away Sunday, Dec. 14, 2008, at Ashland Villa.

Ethel Anderson, mother of Nancy Story (Class of 1958) and Merle Aufill (Class of 1960) passed away Thursday, Dec. 11, 2008, at her home in Columbia.

Elrie L. Moreau, father of Linda (Class of 1972), Leah (Class of 1984) and Steven (Class of 1988) passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Georgia C. Adair, mother of Marjorie Merideth (Class of 1947) passed away Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008, at The Bluffs.

William Adkins, father of Larry Adkins (Class of 1976) passed away Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Beatrice Joann Gasperson, mother of Mike Gasperson (Class of 1972), Myra Little (Class of 1976), Patti Thomas (Class of 1978) and Sandy Kite (Class of 1985) passed away Monday, Dec. 8, 2008.

Richard Johnson, father of Wayne Johnson (Class of 1974), Carla Johnson (Class of 1978) and Kay Wilson (Class of 1982) passed away Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008, at his home in Columbia.

James Orville Kilfoil, DDS, father of Nathaniel "Nate" Kilfoil (Class of 2007) passed away Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2008, at his home in Columbia.

Mary Frances Gonnerman, mother of Mark Gonnerman (Class of 1969) and John Gonnerman (Class of 1971) passed away Monday, Nov. 24, 2008, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Dr. Donald Harvey Kausler Sr., father of Renee Ratna (Class of 1973), Don Kausler Jr. (Class of 1975), Jill Krupsaw (Class of 1977) and Barry Kausler (Class of 1980) died Thursday, Nov. 20, 2008, at his home in Columbia.

Theodore F. Henrichs, father of T. Scott Henrichs (Class of 1973), John Henrichs (Class of 1979) and Martha Head (Class of 1982) died Thursday, Nov. 20, 2008, at his home in Columbia.

Bessie M. Lindsey, mother of Billy Lindsey (Class of 1960), Wanda Mills (Class of 1960), Marilyn Chapman (Class of 1963) and Carolyn Holloway (Class of 1968) passed away Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, at her home in Columbia.

Diane Jean Pickens Burns, mother of Kaleb Burns (Class of 2011) passed away Monday, Nov. 10, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Harry J. Fields, father of Michael Fields (Class of 1961), Jim Fields (Class of 1966) and Mary Windmiller (Class of 1969) passed away Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at his home in Columbia.

JoAnn Pruett, mother of Rhonda Woody (Class of 1977) and Sharon Pruett (Class of 1978) passed away Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at home in Columbia.

Nadina B. Fowler, mother Janet Shaw (Class of 1955) and Douglas Fowler (Class of 1958) died Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, at Highland Retirement Community in Black Mountain, N.C.

Bettie Sue Murphy, mother of Sheila McCord (Class of 1970), Rick Murphy (Class of 1972), Charla Bynum (Class of 1975) and Tom Murphy (Class of 1977)  passed away Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008.

Norma Ruth Richardson, mother of Gary Richardson (Class of 1967), Sheila Myers (Class of 1969) and Greg Richardson (Class of 1972) passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, at Southampton Place.

Aidan Cristofer Herdeg, infant son of Josh Herdeg (Class of 2002) died at Columbia Regional Hospital at 8:05 p.m. Monday, Nov. 3, 2008.

George Terzopoulos, father of Terri Terzopoulos (Class of 1982) and  Lori Terzopoulos (Class of 1985) passed away Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 in Katerini, Greece.

Charles A. Kohler, father of Susan Kohler (Class of 1977) passed away Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008, at South Hampton Place.

John Clayton Rupard Jr., brother of Linda Stone (Class of 1969) passed away Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, in Richland, Missouri.

Mildred Bradsher Anthony, mother of Bonnie Rich Washburn (Class of 1969) and Trudy Sommers (Class of 1974)
passed away Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008.

George Randall Ross, father of David Ross (Class of 1958) passed away Friday, October 24, 2008, at his home in Columbia.

Vel Walter, mother of Russell Walter (Class of 1970) and Deborah Richerson (Class of 1974) passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, in Boonville, Missouri.

Richard Wesley Goodson, father of Kyle Goodson (Class of 2007) and Chad Goodson (Class of 2008) passed away Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City.

Darrell K. Seltsam, father of Donald Seltsam (Class of 1968) and Robert Seltsam (Class of 1971) passed away Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008, at Columbia Manor Care Center.

Ray Blaine Lewis, M.D., father of Bud Lewis (Class of 1963), Bob Lewis (Class of 1965), Mary Gimar, deceased (Class of 1969), Nancy Lewis (Class of 1971) and James Lewis (Class of 1971)  died Wednesday, October 15, 2008, in Riverton, Wyoming.

Howard Garrett Keen, father of Emily Keen Brandt (Class of 1999) passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008.

Don Choate, father of Rebecca Choate (Class of 1978) made his journey on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008, at home in Columbia.

Edward M. Ryan, father of Jan Ryan (Class of 1965), Sally Ryan (Class of 1969) and John Ryan (Class of 1972) passed away at his home at The Commons in Grand Junction on Saturday, September 20, 2008.

Andrew C. Hunker, father of Kathleen Hunker (Class of 1970), Dian Pauley (Class of 1972) and Susan Young (Class of 1979) passed away Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008.

Florene B. Fratcher, mother of Dr. Ann Fratcher (Class of 1972) passed away Sunday night, Oct. 5, 2008, at her home in Candler, N.C.

Elsie K. Barnes, mother of Frank C. Barnes II (Class of 1976) and Kathy E. Curtis (Class of 1980) passed away Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008, at her home in Columbia.

Robert Lee Spillman, father of Christina Catlett (Class of 1986) passed away Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008.

Edgar L. "Bud" Kraus, father of Marilyn Nivert (Class of 1973) and Barbara Wood (Class of 1976) died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Janet Twente, mother of Cricket Veazey (Class of 1977) passed away Monday, Sept. 22, 2008.

Michelle Irene Runkle, daughter of Pat Burwell Runkle (Class of 1979) passed away Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008.

Barbara E. McNabb, mother of Tom McNabb (Class of 1966) and Mary Ann Steinmitz (Class of 1968) passed away Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008.

Joseph DeWitt Pryor, 64, father of Jennifer Pryor (Class of 2001) took the hand of the Lord and Savior and was lifted into a holy place on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008.

Lila Ruth Johnson, mother of Hazel Dean Johnson Gullatt, deceased (Class of 1953) passed away Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Robert "Bob" Slate, husband of Betty Lewis Slate (Class of 1956) passed away Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008 at his home in Columbia.

Forrest F. "Pete" McBaine, father of Bobby Whitesides, deceased (Class of 1948), Joyce Murray (Class of 1951), Donald "Cookie" Whitesides (Class of 1952), Jerry Whitesides (Class of 1954) and Mary Ann Tekotte (Class of 1955) passed away Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008.

Elizabeth "Betty" Vincent McMullen, mother of Mary Regan (Class of 1961) and Betsy Baker (Class of 1966) passed away Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008, at Lenoir Healthcare.

Rudolph Wickham Kersey, father of Larry Kersey (Class of 1978), Bill Kersey (Class of 1981) and Tim Kersey (Class of 1987) entered into eternal rest Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Helen Stemmons, mother of Lila Stemmons (Class of 1961), Birch Stemmons Jr., deceased (Class of 1967) and Blondell Kelly (Class of 1973) passed away Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, at her home in Columbia.

Melba B. Price, mother of Jeanette Cohen (Class of 1964), Allan Price (Class of 1969) and Cynthia Bopp (Class of 1970) passed away on Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, at Life Care Center in Sullivan, Missouri.

Gay McDonnell Bumgarner, mother of Stephen McDonnell (Class of 1969), Patrick McDonnell (Class of 1970) and Sharon McDonnell (Class of 1974) and step-mother of Sally Townsand (Class of 1961), Cathy Shryock (Class of 1967) and Jim Bumgarner Jr. (Class of 1971) died Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008, in Columbia in the company of friends and family.

Art L. Roehlke, father of Kurt Roehlke (Class of 1973), Kent Roehlke (Class of 1975) and Adam Roehlke (Class of 1980) died unexpectedly on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008.

Harvey Ray Brown, father of Rachelle R. Long (Class of 1983) and Heather D. Brown (Class of 1993) passed away on Friday, Aug. 28, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Huffine, Robert E., father of Alan Huffine (Class of 1975) died Friday, Aug. 22, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Sarah Dothage Pace, mother of Bernard Dothage (Class of 1961) passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Dennis Harris Niles, brother of Deanna Duemmel (Class of 1960) entered into eternal rest Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008, at Boone Hospital.

Diane Meinhardt Bulgin, mother of Trevor Bulgin (Class of 1993) passed away Monday, Aug. 11, 2008, at her home in Columbia.

Jean E. Galbreath, mother of Mike Galbreath (Class of 1958) died Tuesday, July 29, 2008, in Kansas City.

Gerald Arthur Neely, husband of Carmen Hartley (Class of 1956) was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday Aug. 6, 2008, at Saint Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City.

Lawrence Robert "Larry" Kernell, father of Tom Kernell (Class of 1979), Jim Kernell (Class of 1980), Jane Rall (Class of 1982), Bob Kernell (Class of 1983) and Patrick Kernell(Class of 1988) died peacefully on Monday, July 28, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

William T. "Bill" Cockrell, father of Elizabeth Baumgartner (1998) and Jennifer Romesburg (Class of 2000) passed away Monday, July 28, 2008, at his home in Rocheport, Missouri.

Mary Frances Harrison, mother of Fred Harrison (Class of 1958) and Ralph "R.W." Harrison (Class of 1960) passed away Sunday, July 27, 2008, at Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton, Illinois.

Betty Stryker Smith Davis, mother of JoAnn Polly (Class of 1948) and Barbara McCown (Class of 1949) passed away Sunday, July 27, 2008, at Ashland Healthcare.

Joe Stevens, husband of Bonnie Pahl (Class of 1963) passed away Sunday, July 27, 2008, at his home in Columbia.

Lanny R. Hamilton, DDS, father of Sarah Siemens (Class of 1986) and Drew Hamilton (Class of 1988) passed away Thursday, July 24, 2008, at his home in Columbia.

Augustus "Wink" Tharpe, father of Lyle Winston Tharpe (Class of 1970) and Sarah Tharpe Loring (Class of 1974) passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2008, at University Hospital.

Robert "Bob" Whitlock, father of Jessica Whitlock (Class of 1998) passed away Sunday, July 20, 2008, at Boone County Hospital.

Jacqueline "Jackie" F. Rice, mother of Mark Rice (Class of 1975) died in her home Saturday evening, July 19, 2008.

William T. Hassler, father of Wm. Michael Hassler (Class of 1970) and Lyn Karl (Class of 1973) passed away Saturday, July 19, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Louise Hane Adams, mother of James K. Adams (Class of 1963) and Jack J. Adams (Class of 1975) passed away Friday, July 18, 2008, at The Bluffs.

Reta Ariminta Nichols Acton, mother of Ronald Acton (Class of 1965) and James Acton (Class of 1966) passed away Thursday, July 17, 2008, at The Bluffs.

Marshall Crews, father of Monica Crews (Class of 1996) and Marsha Harrison (Class of 1996) passed away Thursday, July 17, 2008, at University Hospital.

Steven Fleisher Dexter, father of Steven Luther (Class of 1988), Laren Dexter (Class of 1992) and Shannon Twillmann (Class of 1994) passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2008, at his home in Maryville, Tennessee.

Charles M. Carter, father of Charles R. Carter (Class of 1983) and Janice Carter (Class of 1987) passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

The Rev. Leonard J. Brummett, father of Barry Brummett (Class of 1969) died at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 14, 2008, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Evansville, Indiana.

Ralph Edward Glauert, father of Howard Glauert (Class of 1970), and Barbara (Anthony) D’Souza (Class of 1972) and Edward Glauert, deceased (Class of 1975) passed away Sunday, July 13, 2008, at his home in Columbia.

Harold Perkins, Jr., son of Harold Perkins (Class of 1964) and Patricia Jackson Simmons (Class of 1965) passed away July 9, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Virgil D. Luedders, father of Matthew (Class of 1986), Joel (Class of 1988) and Sarah (Class of 1989) died Saturday, June 28, 2008, of cancer at his home near Columbia.

Gayle E. Adams, father of Jeffrey Adams (Class of 1970) and Nancy Haseman (Class of 1973) passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Hilma Louella Phillips, mother of Lovella Mauer (Class of 1954), Mary Scaggs (Class of 1956), Carol Jean Harris, deceased (Class of 1961) and Michael Phillips (Class of 1968) passed away Thursday, June 19, 2008 in Columbia.

J. Milford "Nick" Nichols, father of Randal Nichols (Class of 1970) died Saturday, June 12, 2008, at home in Apache Junction, Arizona.

Lonita Osborne Dunkin, mother of Angela Nance (Class of 1960) and Alan Dunkin (Class of 1961) passed away early Thursday, June 12, 2008, at University Hospital.

Ruth Marie Colter, mother of Cliff Colter (Class of 1964) passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Travis Wilson Acton, son of Joseph Wilson Acton (Class of 1965) and Elizabeth Overton Sappington (Class of 1965) passed away Monday, June 2, 2008, in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Ruth Elizabeth Bagby, mother of James R. Bagby Jr. (Class of 1967) and Connie Bagby Canady (Class of 1968) passed away Sunday, June 1, 2008, at Parkside Manor.

Philip Joe Hamilton, father of Beckie Hamilton (Class of 1996) and Phillip H. Hamilton (Class of 2000) passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2008, surrounded by his family.

W.E. "Ed" Glover, father of Eddie Glover (Class of 1962) and Sandy Lindersmith (Class of 1967) passed away Saturday, May 31, 2008, at Lenoir Healthcare in Columbia.

Jeanne Frances Kovarik Saathoff, mother of Daniel Saathoff (Class of 1972), Patrick Saathoff, Ph.D. (Class of 1973), Gregory Saathoff, M.D. (Class of 1975), Mary Blackwell (Class of 1977), Joanne Saathoff  Lupo (Class of 1980) and Stephen Saathoff (Class of 1983) died Saturday, May 31, 2008, in Austin, Texas.

James E. McDonnell, father of Barry L. McDonnell (Class of 1962) died Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at South Hampton Place.

Judith Ann Mueller, mother of Alan Mueller (Class of 1980), Bruce Mueller (Class of 1982), Mike Mueller (Class of 1983) and Steve Mueller (Class of 1984) passed away Saturday, May 24, 2008, at St. Mary’s Health Center in Jefferson City, Missouri.

Ruby Pauline Redmon, mother of Janet Thomas (Class of 1958) died Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at Lenoir Woods.

Helen Patricia Adams, mother of Randy Adams (Class of 1963) passed Wednesday, May 21, 2008.

E. Dale Walker, father of Roger Walker (Class of 1978) passed away on Friday, May 16, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Gary Price, husband of Iris Shettlesworth (Class of 1960) passed away on May 14th, 2008.

Helen McTurnan, mother of Margaret Fritz (Class of 1961) and James McTurnan (Class of 1964) died on Monday, May 12, 2008.

Phyllis Biggs Piel, mother of John Kultgen (Class of 1968), Mary Callison (Class of 1973) and Rebecca Miltenberger (Class of 1975) died Tuesday, April 22, 2008, in Bloomington, Indiana.

Thomas Judson Carey, father of  Michael Carey (Class of 1963), Ronald Carey (Class of 1965), Julie Hickey (Class of 1969), Dennis Carey (Class of 1972), Jim Carey (Class of (Class of 1978) and Pam Duesenberg (Class of 1981) died Saturday, May 3, 2008, at home in Columbia.

Helen Marie Fenton Stockholm, wife of Walter J. Stockholm, deceased (Class of 1925) passed away Monday, April 28, 2008, at Columbia Manor.

June Alice Stubbs, mother of Edward Bruce Stubbs (Class of 1970), Alan Bradley (Class of 1971) and Robert Eric Stubbs (Class of 1973) passed away Thursday, May 1, 2008, at University Hospital in Columbia.

Raymond James Linzie, father Janice Nunnely (Class of 1963) and Raymond Floyd Linzie (Class of 1965) departed this life on Tuesday, April 29, 2008.

Dr. Charles Strayhall, father of Charles Strayhall Jr. (Class of 1971) died Tuesday, April 29, 2008.

Charles R. Matthews, father of Charles "Russ" Matthews II (Class of 1992) and DeAnna Marie Matthews (Class of 1997) died Friday, April 25, 2008, in Columbia.

Arthur L. Hampton, father of Jeanene Stringham, (Class of 1973), Janet Mueller-Alsup (Class of 1974) and Greg Hampton (Class of 1980) passed away Friday, April 25, 2008, at his home in Columbia.

Leroy Howard, father of Marc Ballinger (Class of 1985) passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at his home in Columbia.

Olga E. Lavrich Brown, mother of Larry Eugene Brown (Class of 1969) and Gary Lee Brown (Class of 1971) died Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at Lenoir Woods.

Gladys Fern Leslie, mother of Janet Leslie Pyatt (Class of 1966) and Ronald L. Leslie (Class of 1969) died on Monday, April 21, 2008, at Delmar Gardens in Chesterfield.

Flossie Roberts, mother of Bobby Roberts (Class of 1952) passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2008, at Parkside Manor.

Michael Dale Tolson, father of Natalie Jones (Class of 1994), Michele Tolson (Class of 1995) and Jessica Michael Tolson (Class of 2002) passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at University Hospital.

Harold H. Thompson, father of Rhonda Wise (Class of 1983) and Lisa Thompson (Class of 1988) passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at University Hospital.

Genevieve Dulle, mother of Barbara Jean Lewis (Class of 1965) passed away Sunday, April 13, 2008, at her home in Columbia.

John T. "Skip" Stone Jr., father of John T. Stone III (Class of 1981), Jeffrey Stone (Class of 1982) and Jackie Mueller (Class of 1987) passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Marian Frances Lightner, mother of Steven Lightner (Class of 1969) passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at her residence in Columbia.

Thelma G. Brooker, mother of Larry Brooker, deceased (Class of 1955) and Nancy Bowers (Class of 1961) passed away April 8, 2008, at Lenoir Health Care Center in Columbia.

Merna D. Sneed, wife of Carl M. Sneed Jr. (Class of 1938) passed away Thursday, April 3, 2008 in Columbia.

Allan Brock, father of Tricia Brock (Class of 1973) and Trel Brock (Class of 1974) passed away Saturday, April 5, 2008 in Columbia .

Margaret McGlasson, wife of William McGlasson (Class of 1955) passed away Sunday, March 30, 2008 in Mobile, Alabama.

Leona Slaughter, mother of Billy Jack Smith (Class of 1953) passed away Friday, March 28, 2008, at South Hampton Place.

Margot Truman Lubensky, mother of Christopher Truman Patterson (Class of 1973) passed away Friday, March 28, 2008, at her home in Columbia.

Bedonna Hallock Clark, mother of John Walter Clark (Class of 1957) and Vevonna Kennedy (Class of 1960) passed away Monday, March 24, 2008.

Marilyn Sue Rudroff, mother of Aaron Rudroff (Class of 1989) and Rebekah Hammett (Class of 1993) died Sunday, March 23, 2008, in Jefferson City.

Emma Belle Moss, mother of Jerry E. Moss (Class of 1962) and Peggy S. Moss Toler (Class of 1966) died Friday, March 21, 2008, at University Hospital.

Clara Hudspeth, mother of T. Brian Hudspeth (Class of 1958) and Barry E. Hudspeth (Class of 1966) passed away Thursday, March 20, 2008, at Columbia Manor Care Center.

Polly Nichols, mother of Nick Nichols (Class of 1962) and Janet Polzer (Class of 1966) passed away Thursday, March 20, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Marduk Alkhas, father of Nineveh Alkhas (Class of 1997) passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2008, at home in Columbia.

Eunice Lichti, mother of Edgar L. Lichti Jr. (Class of 1972) and Emery L. Lichti (Class of 1973) passed away Saturday, March 15, 2008.

Mary Lilly Danley, mother of Dan Danley (Class of 1965) passed away Friday, March 7, 2008, at Island Convalescent Center on San Juan Island, Washington.

Marjorie Bryan Summers, mother of Cindy Eber (Class of 1967) and Beth Southard (Class of 1970) passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2008.

Sherman Clement Kelly, father of Christopher Kelly (Class of 1965), Anne Moore (Class of 1968), Elizabeth Kelly (Class of 1973) and Carol Kelly (Class of 1975) died Monday, March 10, 2008.

Larry Leroux, father of Steven Leroux (Class of 1978) and Stefanie Leroux (Class of 1981) passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2008, in Columbia.

Nina Fadler, mother of James Fadler (Class of 1973) passed away Saturday, March 8, 2008, at The Bluffs.

Ivis L. Silvey, mother of Jim Silvey (Class of 1949) and Marilyn Tatlow, deceased (Class of 1958) passed away on Friday, March 7, 2008, at her home in Columbia.

Robert W. Etnire, father of Paul Larry Etnire (Class of 1962) and Roberta Lowe (Class of 1967) passed away Sunday, March 2, 2008, at Parkside Manor in Charleston, Illinois.

John Philip "Phil" Norman, father of Richard Norman (Class of 1961), Susan Norman (Class of 1963), William Norman (Class of 1967) and Elizabeth Ritter (Class of 1970) died Thursday, Feb. 28, 2008, at University Hospital.

Ruby Frances Alvis, mother of Bob Alvis (Class of 1954) and Glenda Nichols (Class of 1960) passed away Thursday, Feb. 28, 2008.

Naomi Joyce Spencer, mother of Ray Dean Spencer Jr. (Class of 1980) and Sandra Claycamp (Class of 1981) passed away Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Rosa Lee Dudley, mother of Dennis James Dudley (Class of 1973) and Kevin Price Dudley (Class of 1981) passed away Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Winnie Mai, mother of Glen R. Mai (Class of 1979), Brad Mai (Class of 1981) and Karen White (Class of 1985) died Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008, at University Hospital.

Earl Straub, father of James Straub (Class of 1961), Gary Straub (Class of 1964) and Deborah Suprenant (Class of 1975) passed away Monday, Feb. 18, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Evelyn F. Fox, mother of Jerry Fox (Class of 1966) and Diane DiBlasi (Class of 1969) passed away Sunday, Feb. 17, 2008, at Columbia Manor.

James R. Warrick, father of Thomas S. Warrick (Class of 1972) and James W. Warrick (Class of 1975) died Friday, Feb. 15, 2008.

Charles Ellis Cowans, father of Sherrin R. Cowans (Class of 1982) and Teresa A. Cowans (Class of 1985) passed away Saturday, Feb. 8, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Raymond E. Olson, father of Michael R. Olson (Class of 1974) and Marilyn Miller (Class of 1982) passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2008, at his home in Columbia.

Martha Burr Bates John, mother of Martha K. John (Class of 1969) and John John (Class of 1970) passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2008, at her home in Columbia.

C. Dean Monroe, M.D., father of Thomas Monroe (Class of 1974) and Susan Schultz (Class of 1975) passed away Friday, Feb. 1, 2008, at his home in Columbia.

Lloyd George Roullett, husband of Virginia Douglas (Class of 1941) passed away Thursday, Jan. 31, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Gail Shen, mother of Chris (Class of 1985) and Molly (Class of 1987) passed away at her home in Columbia on the afternoon of January 29, 2008.

John Cunningham, father of Sandy Cobia (Class of 1969) and Vern Cunningham (Class of 1974) died Monday, Jan. 28, 2008, at Parkside Manor.

Anne Martha Camp Cope, mother of Marian Minor (Class of 1961), Diane Walker (Class of 1964) and Nancy Cope (Class of 1970) died Sunday, Jan. 27, 2008.

E. Hirst Mendenhall, father of Richard Mendenhall (Class of 1962) and Tom Mendenhall (Class of 1966) died late in the evening Sunday, Jan. 27, 2008, at The Bluffs.

Tony Earl Swiney, father of Jennifer Rose Swiney (Class of 1965) and Tonya Lane DeLapp (Class of 1977) passed away Thursday, Jan. 24, 2008.

Adella Ruth Pierson, mother of Ruth Kaup (Class of 1969) and Nancy Little (Class of 1974) passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008.

Anna Margaret Fields, mother of Eric Whiting Fields (Class of 1966), Nancy Rebecca Palmer (Class of 1971), Lee Ann Fields (Class of 1974) and David Lawrence Fields (Class of 1977) died Friday, Jan. 18, 2008, at The Bluffs.

Margaret V. Stidham, mother of Sharon Smith (Class of 1966) and Dr. Stephen Stidham (Class of 1970) passed away Friday, Jan. 18, 2008 in Round Rock, Texas.

Nancy Madden Grice, mother of Mark Madden (Class of 1975) and Kelly Madden (Class of 1978) died peacefully Thursday morning, Jan. 17, 2008, in her home in Columbia.

Frances H. Seltsam, mother of Donald Seltsam (Class of 1968) and Robert Seltsam (Class of 1971) died Thursday, Jan. 17, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Louise Stroupe, mother of Rudy Stroupe (Class of 1964), Mike Stroupe (Class of 1966), Danny Stroupe (Class of 1967), Ross Stroupe (Class of 1973), Phil Stroupe (Class of 1977) and Chris Stroupe (Class of 1981) passed away peacefully on Monday, Jan. 14, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Wanda Lee Page, mother of John W. Page Jr. (Class of 1976) and Joy Page (Class of 1981) passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2008, at Columbia Manor.

Vernon J. Nolke, father of Thelma Kay Lazear (Class of 1966) passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2008, at Parkside Manor.

Nancy C. Newton, mother of Rachel Newton (Class of 1996) and Andrew Newton (Class of 1999) passed away Sunday, Jan. 6, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Charles M. St. John, father of Craig St. John (Class of 1971), Clint St. John (Class of 1973) and Chuck St. John (Class of 1978) died Friday, Jan. 4, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Ida Mae Wolff, mother of Leonard A. Wolff (Class of 1974) passed away Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2008.

Robert Goodrick, father of Gary Cannaday (Class of 1962) passed away on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2008, after a long illness.

Lillie Mae Young, mother of Steve Young (Class of 1966)passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2008, at Jones Wildwood Care Center in Madison.



 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


Published Thursday, January 3, 2008

Lillie Mae Young, 84, of Columbia peacefully passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2008, at Jones Wildwood Care Center in Madison after a long fight with Alzheimer’s disease.

A visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 5, at Memorial Funeral Home. A family memorial service will be planned at a later date.

Lillie Mae was born to William Cullen Wooten Sr. and May Belle Caldwell Wooten in 1923 in Monroe County, Ga. She married Maurice P. "Bob" Young in 1956, in Perry, Ga. They then moved to Columbia, where she returned to work in the fashion field, working at J.C. Penney as a department head of the ladies’ coats and dresses department.She retired after 20-plus years of service.

Lil was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, enjoying her time spent with the children there.She was very proud of her yard and her gardening,and she loved to watch the hummingbirds at her feeders.She was an accomplished seamstress, talented baker and a caring friend to folks who crossed her path.

Survivors include a daughter, Patty Ashford of Columbia; a son, Steve Young of Oak Harbor, Wash.; a grandson, Derek Burns of Columbia; a sister, Lois Moncrief of Gray, Ga.; and two brothers, Robert Wooten of Palmetto, Ga., and Henry "Tinky" Wooten of Spring Hill, Fla.

Her beloved husband preceded her in death in 1987.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the local chapter of the Alzheimer’sAssociation.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Friday, January 4, 2008

Robert Goodrick, 84, an American war hero, of Columbia passed away on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2008, after a long illness.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 4, at Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Memorial Funeral Home.

Bob was born and raised in the Kansas City area.

Bob and his crewmates flew a B-17 Flying Fortress named "Lucky Partners" for 32 missions over Nazi Germany. During their tour of duty, the "Lucky Partners" survived a midair collision over Dresden and were shot down on one occasion over France.

On Jan. 1, 2008, Bob left on his 33rd mission to be with his Lord and Savior.

In 1948, Bob married Aline Cannaday, and their wonderful marriage lasted 57 years. She passed away in 2005.

For most of his life, Bob worked as an accountant. Bob was a longtime member of Bethany Baptist Church.

Bob leaves behind one son, Gary Cannaday and wife Anna Cannaday of Columbia; three grandchildren, Chris Cannaday of Oklahoma, Shannon Dietzel of Columbia and Carrie Cannaday Adams of Columbia; five great-grandchildren, Andrea Dietzel, Gary Dietzel, Hannah Dietzel, Emma Adams and Lilly Cannaday; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Bob had two brothers and three sisters who preceded him in death.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Wednesday, January 9, 2008

Ida Mae Wolff, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away at age 87 on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2008.

Funeral services were held Monday, Jan. 7, at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis.

Ida Mae was born on Aug. 13, 1920, in St. Louis to Alma and Ralph Low. Growing up in St. Louis, she graduated from Beaumont High School and secretarial school. After working in the business sector for several years, in 1946 she married Leonard C. Wolff, also of St. Louis, and embarked on a journey as the wife of a career naval officer and the mother of two children. The family was stationed in Washington, D.C., San Diego; Bethpage, N.Y.; Lima, Peru; and Bremerton, Wash. While in Bremerton, Ida Mae was awarded several certificates of appreciation for her volunteer work with the Navy Relief Society.

In 1968, the family moved to Columbia, where she enjoyed working for 20 years as a senior secretary for the history department at the University of Missouri. She was an active member in the Lutheran Church.

Ida Mae enjoyed crossword puzzles, word games and singing. She also could make a tasty batch of potato pancakes, a family favorite.

Ida Mae and Leonard moved to the Salt Lake City area in 2002 to be closer to family.

Ida Mae is survived by her husband of 62 years, Leonard C.; one daughter, Gail Senter; one son, Leonard A. and wife Patricia; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents and brother, Ralph Low.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Sunrise of Sandy and Silverado Care Center for their wonderful care given to Ida Mae.


Published Monday, January 7, 2008

Charles M. St. John, 86, of Columbia died Friday, Jan. 4, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8, at Missouri United Methodist Church with the Rev. Jim Bryan officiating. Visitation will be after the memorial service Tuesday in the church parlor. There will be a private family burial.

Mr. St. John was born Jan. 22, 1921, in Buhl, Idaho, to Ralph F. and Sallie H. St. John. He married Helen M. Butcher on Dec. 27, 1948, in Norris.

He attended Sheldon High School and received a bachelor’s degree in agriculture from the University of Missouri in 1943. He was a lieutenant of the 752nd Field Artillery in World War II and served in the Missouri National Guard as captain in the 175th MP Battalion during the Korean War.

He worked as an assistant county agent in Henry County before taking a job with Missouri Farm Bureau in Jefferson City. In 1955, he joined State Farm Insurance, where he worked for 30 years, attaining the position of director of insurance in Columbia.

He was a member of the Little Dixie Kiwanis, a Daniel Boone Little League coach, Columbia Fourth Ward Republican committeeman, served two terms on the Columbia Board of Education, was a member of the Tiger Quarterback Club, a 48-year member of Missouri United Methodist Church and a charter member of Wilson’s Total Fitness.

He enjoyed photography, liked to garden and cheer on the Missouri Tigers. He believed in giving back to the community, which he did in many ways. Most importantly, he loved his family and friends.

Survivors include wife Helen St. John of Columbia; three sons, Craig St. John of Norman, Okla., and his wife, Gayle, Clint St. John of Columbia and his wife, Mitzi, and Chuck St. John of Eureka and his wife, Dana; six grandchildren, Kyle, Leila and Alana of Columbia, Andy and Hayley of Norman, and Noelle of Eureka; great-grandson Trysten; brother Frank St. John of Denver and his wife, Ruth; and parents Ralph and Sallie St. John.

Memorials are suggested to the Heritage Foundation at Missouri United Methodist Church.


Published Wednesday, January 9, 2008

Nancy C. Newton, 65, passed away Sunday, Jan. 6, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center. A Celebration of Life ceremony will be planned for a future date.

She was born Oct. 8, 1942, in Pittsfield, Ill., to Russell A. Shinn and Carolyn Meserve Shinn.

A graduate of the University of Iowa in 1964, Nancy was a member of the Scottish Highlanders and was elected to the governing board. She was the president of Chi Omega Sorority and after her undergraduate education, taught seven years in the St. Paul public schools.

She took a sabbatical from teaching in 1971 to attend graduate school at the University of Missouri, where she received a master’s degree in 1972 and a doctorate in 1976.

While in graduate school, she met and married Russel Newton on Oct. 20, 1972, and he survives.

A devoted wife and mother, Nancy also enjoyed her family, gardening, pets, horses, music and helping others, at which she excelled.

She is also survived by her two children, Rachel and Andrew Newton, both of Columbia; a brother, Daniel M. Shinn of East Peoria, Ill.; and a sister, Rosalind Dickson of Hurricane, W.Va.; as well as multiple nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the National Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Donor Services, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, Mass., 01202. Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Thursday, January 10, 2008

Vernon J. Nolke, 84, of Columbia passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2008, at Parkside Manor.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Burial with military honors will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m., Friday at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia.

Vernon was born on March 17, 1923, in Glasgow to August and Catherine Olendorff Nolke, who preceded him in death.

On Aug. 16, 1947, he was married to Mary Louise Mayes in Moberly. She also preceded him in death.

He was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Columbia and is a 40-year member of the Sheetmetal Workers’ Local No. 36. Vernon served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.

Vernon is survived by his daughter, Thelma Kay Lazear, and her husband, Gary, of Columbia; and grandson Marlin Guest and wife Yvonne and their children, Imoen and Liam, all of Columbia.

He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Herbert, Walter and Donald Nolke; three sisters, Olivia Gotmer, Agnes Granneman and Leona Hackman; and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions can be made to Thelma Kay Lazear for the purpose of purchasing and planting a memorial tree in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Nolke.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Friday, January 11, 2008

Wanda Lee Page, 81, of Columbia passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2008, at Columbia Manor.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. until the service time Saturday at the funeral home.

Wanda was born on Aug. 16, 1926, in Galena, Kan., to George and Edith Gilstrap Smith, and they preceded her in death. On April 14, 1946, she married John W. Page Sr., and he preceded her in death.

Wanda was a member of Columbia Christian Church and previously was a soloist for Westside Christian Church. She worked in food service for Columbia Public Schools and then for many years for the University of Missouri at Mark Twain Residence Hall until her retirement in 1991. She and her husband, John, were active members of the Columbia Senior Center, and they both enjoyed riding a tandem bicycle and were known to have taken trips of more than 30 miles together on the bicycle.

Wanda will be remembered as someone who had a great love for her family, and she also enjoyed gardening and baking.

She is survived by her son, John W. Page Jr., and his wife, Lisa; daughter Joy Page and her husband, Allington Jolly; and grandsons Andrew and Spencer Page, all of Columbia; and her brother, Bill Wilson, of Pittsburg, Kan.

She was also preceded in death by three sisters, Vivian, Valma and June.

Memorial contributions can be made to The Show Me Christian Youth Home, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W., Columbia, Mo., 65202. Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Tuesday, January 15, 2008

Louise Stroupe, 83, of Columbia passed away peacefully on Monday, Jan. 14, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 17, at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W. in Columbia. There also will be a visitation at 2 p.m. Saturday at Campground Methodist Church in Walnut, Miss. Funeral service will follow at 3 p.m.

She was born Nov. 26, 1924, in Chalybeate, Miss. She was the daughter of Garner Wesley and Laura Hollis Ragan, who preceded her in death.

On Feb. 23, 1946, Louise married Joseph Ross Stroupe of Ripley, Miss., where they resided until moving to Memphis, Tenn., in 1954. The family moved to Columbia in 1959 and has lived here since.

Louise retired from Nowell’s Grocery Store after working nearly three decades in the bakery department. Most knew her by name, but for those who didn’t, she was affectionately known as "the doughnut lady."

As a mother of six boys, Louise followed many sporting events of her children, was a Mizzou Tiger fan and faithfully listened on the radio to nearly every St. Louis Cardinals baseball game.

Louise was a member of the United Methodist Church in Columbia and Campground Methodist Church in Walnut, Miss.

She is survived by a sister, Lorraine Hughes and her husband Wilfred of Walnut, Miss.; a brother-in-law, Euclid Carter of Ripley; and a sister-in-law, Jeannette Brint of Middleton, Tenn.

Louise was a loving mother of six sons, all of whom survive, and all are graduates of both Hickman High School and the University of Missouri: Rudy Stroupe and his wife, Barb, of Phoenix and their daughters Molly Fredrick and husband, Matt, and Annie Stroupe; Mike and his wife, Sue, of Columbia and their daughters Kristine Stroupe and Leslie Bene and husband, Louis; Danny and his wife, Harriet, of Olathe, Kan., and their daughters Nancy Stroupe-Moss and husband Jeremy and Katherine Stroupe; Ross and his wife, Norma, of Columbia; Phil and his wife, Jackie, of Columbia and his sons Isaac and Kellen and her son Jared and her daughter Amanda Porter and husband Jason and their daughter, Elli; Chris and his wife, LeAnn, of Columbia and their children Lauren and Langston.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; two brothers, Vance Ragan and Fred Kenneth Ragan; and a sister, Minnie Vee Carter.

A caring and gentle woman, she touched the lives of countless people in a positive way. She will be missed and remembered by many.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the United Methodist Church, 204 S. Ninth St., Columbia, Mo., 65201, or Campground Methodist Church, 1711 CR203, Walnut, Miss., 38683.


Published Saturday, January 19, 2008

Frances H. Seltsam, 95, died Thursday, Jan. 17, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 21, at Memorial Funeral Home. Private burial will follow.

Frances was born May 27, 1912, to Alvah and Grace Mansur in Regal, north of Hardin. She graduated from Hardin High School and went on to graduate from Christian College in Columbia and Warrensburg State Teachers College. She taught in Columbia public schools for many years.

She married Darrell K. Seltsam on June 7, 1941, and they had two sons, Donald and Robert.

Frances was a member of First Christian Church, Daughters of the American Revolution, PEO Chapter AZ and various other organizations.

She is survived by her husband, Darrell; son Donald; son Robert and his wife, Cathy; and grandchildren Sarah and Rory, all of Columbia.

Frances was a very caring and gentle person and will be remembered for her kind and helpful ways.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Christian Church, 101 N. Tenth St., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, January 20, 2008

Nancy Madden Grice, 75, of Columbia, beloved mother, grandmother and friend, died peacefully Thursday morning, Jan. 17, 2008, in her home in Columbia. She will be remembered by all as a generous and gracious woman who loved her life and lived it to the fullest.

A celebration of Nancy’s life will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22, at the Country Club of Missouri. All are invited to attend.

Nancy’s social schedule was always packed. She enjoyed her friends, playing bridge and taking vacations. She spent a good amount of time with her family and really enjoyed visits with her wonderful grandsons in Santa Barbara, Calif. The last few years of her life were particularly joyful and full of adventure. Nancy Grice enjoyed being busy; whether driving to Glasgow or flying to France, she was "ready to go!"

Born in Kansas City in 1932 as Nancy Lee Cater, she attended Notre Dame de Sion and later graduated from Shawnee Mission High School in 1950. She attended the University of Kansas. In 1956 she married Jean Madden, with whom she had two children, Mark and Kelly. In the late 1970s Nancy managed Harzfelds clothing store. She was always very fashionable and well turned out.

Nancy was active in the Cecile Circle of King’s Daughters and Chapter IT of PEO. She was active in her sorority, Delta Gamma, and also in the University of Missouri Alumni Association. She was a member of Calvary Episcopal Church.

She loved living in Columbia, where she had many of the same dear friends for 50 years. She was also very loyal to the university. This tradition began in her 20s, when she moved to Columbia and worked in Jesse Hall, and continued her whole life as she attended games, events and concerts. She loved basketball and football and MU sports in general.

She is survived by her son, Mark Madden; daughter-in-law Karen Madden; grandsons Ryan Madden and Tyler Madden; daughter Kelly Madden; son-in-law Rick Treleaven; stepchildren Bernie Grice Jr. and Nancy Underwood; step-grandchildren Jenny Shelley, Lauren and Heather; and nieces and nephews in Missouri and California.

In lieu of flowers or gifts, donations can be made to The Cecile Taylor Sheldon Fund, 7 Bingham Road, Columbia, Mo., 65203; or Direct Relief International, 27 S. La Patera, Santa Barbara, Calif., 93117.


Published Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Margaret V. Stidham, 86, of Round Rock, Texas, passed away Friday, Jan. 18, 2008.

Margaret was born in Gerald, to Wilbur Weirich and Ruth Graham on June 7, 1921. She was married to Hubert Stidham on Feb. 7, 1950, in Columbia.

Margaret was one of the first women in the insurance field to become a successful broker. She was a member of the Cosmopolitan Club from its beginning and served as auxiliary president many times. She was prominent in the establishment and growth of the Multiple Sclerosis Society in Mid-Missouri. And very important to her were the "Missouri Tigers!"

She is survived by son, Dr. Stephen Stidham of Monett; daughter, Sharon Smith of Round Rock; grandsons, Tim Stidham of Fayetteville, Ark., John and Joe Kamarauskas of Lockport, Ill.; granddaughters, Stephanie Belk of Fayetteville, Judy Fager of Byron, Ill., Mackenzie Smith of Boynton Beach, Fla.; and her brother, Roger Weirich of Owensville.

Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Hubert Stidham; daughter Carolyn Pennington; and grandson, Preston Smith.

Memorials may be made to Preston L. Smith memorial fund Unity Church of the Hills, 9905 Anderson Mill Road, Austin, Texas. 78750, The Muscular Dystrophy Association or The Multiple Sclerosis Society.


Published Wednesday, January 23, 2008

Anna Margaret Fields, 87, of Columbia died Friday, Jan. 18, 2008, at The Bluffs.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, at Missouri United Methodist Church. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the church.

Anna Margaret was born to Lawrence and Anna Shuey Whiting on Aug. 15, 1920, in Louisville, Ky.

She was married to Marion Lee Fields on Sept. 7, 1946, in Greencastle, Ind.

Anna Margaret graduated from DePauw University with a bachelor’s degree in 1942 and a master’s degree in 1944. She was a member of Alpha Gamma Delta and Mu Phi Epsilon and was elected to Phi Beta Kappa and Pi Kappa Lambda. She taught music in Indiana for five years before moving to Columbia. In Columbia, she was a Girl Scout leader and worked for the Columbia Public Schools and the Museum of Art and Archaeology. She was a member of Missouri United Methodist Church, Fortnightly Club, Chapter of JJ of PEO and the Jefferson Club at the University of Missouri.

Survivors include two sons, Eric Whiting Fields of Memphis, Tenn., and David Lawrence Fields of Columbia; two daughters, Nancy Rebecca Palmer and Lee Ann Fields, both of Columbia; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and two cousins, Dr. William C. North of Buchanan, Tenn., and Robert S. North of Laconia, N.H.

She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents and one brother.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Heritage Foundation of the Missouri United Methodist Church, 204 S. Ninth St., Columbia, Mo., 65201 or to the Museum of Art and Archaeology, 1 Pickard Hall, University of Missouri, Columbia, Mo., 65211.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Thursday, January 24, 2008

Adella Ruth Pierson, 77, of Columbia passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Columbia. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at Memorial Funeral Home.

Adella was born on Dec. 13, 1930, in Halifax, Kan., to Arnold and Hattie Schmidt Richter, and they preceded her in death.

She was married to Norburt Pierson on Dec. 4, 1949, in Marysville, Kan., and he survives.

She is also survived by three children, Ruth Kaup and husband Rick, Ron Pierson and wife Laura, and Nancy Little and husband J.D., all of Columbia; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Viola Row of Topeka, Kan., and Margaret Darrough of Columbia.

Memorial contributions can be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 2201 Rollins Road, Columbia, Mo., 65203; or Mayo Clinic-Lymphoma Research in care of Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, January 27, 2008

Tony Earl Swiney, 88, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Jan. 24, 2008.

Services by the Rev. Brian Evans will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 28, at Calvary Baptist Church. Visitation will precede the service at 10 a.m. Visitation will also be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Duncan Funeral Home in Eminence with a burial committal at 2:30 p.m.

Tony Swiney, a beloved husband, father and grandfather, was born March 17, 1919, to Benjamin Swiney and Mary Deatherage Swiney in Black Hill. He was also proud to be a direct descendent of Daniel Shedd of England, who arrived at this country’s shores in approximately 1640.

He married Eunice Cox on April 21, 1946, and she survives him.

Mr. Swiney began his teaching career in a one-room schoolhouse in southern Missouri. He continued his teaching career at Jefferson Junior High School in Columbia, where he taught social studies. He held a bachelor of science degree in education from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

Tony proudly served his country for more that 20 years. He was a veteran of three wars, World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. His military career also included serving with the 880th Battalion of the Airborne Engineers in the South Pacific. He also served with the Strategic Air Command in England and at Bolling Air Force Base in Washington, D.C.

Tony Swiney was a faithful member of Calvary Baptist Church since 1955. During his retirement he enjoyed participating in volunteer mission trips to Arizona and Texas. His travels also took him around the world and through all 50 states. He took pleasure in camping with his family, fishing and hunting.

Survivors include his two daughters, Jennifer Rose Swiney and Tonya Lane DeLapp; and seven grandchildren, Anthony Delcau, Rachel Knafo, and Nicholas, Rebecca, Daniel, Christina and Thomas DeLapp.

He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers and four sisters. His son, Benjamin Daniel Swiney, also precedes him in death.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Calvary Baptist Church.

Services are under the direction of Nilson Funeral Home.


Published Monday, January 28, 2008

E. Hirst Mendenhall, 88, of Columbia died late in the evening Sunday, Jan. 27, 2008, at The Bluffs.

Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 30, at United Methodist Church, 204 S. Ninth St. in Columbia. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the church.

He was born March 21, 1919, in Winchester, Ind., the son of Ella Acker and Arthur Monroe Mendenhall.

He attended Butler University in Indianapolis and then attended and graduated from the world-renowned University of Missouri School of Journalism in 1941.

As part of "The Greatest Generation," one day after the attack on Pearl Harbor he enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps. On July 17, 1943, he married Mary Jane McDonnell at Carlsbad, N.M., on the Army base where Hirst was stationed before being sent overseas in World War II.

On June 6, 1944, D-Day, one of the most important dates in our nation’s history, he flew two separate missions as a first lieutenant bombardier-navigator and squadron leader for 36 B-26 Martin Marauders. In total, he flew 65 combat missions, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and 11 air medals with oak leaf clusters.

"If we don’t do anything else, let’s remember that D-Day was a tragic event for a lot of men who were trying to defend our freedoms but didn’t get to come back. Freedom is not free, the invasion was costly." Hirst Mendenhall wrote in the Columbia Missourian in June 1944.

After the war, he worked for TWA in Independence. In 1949, he joined his father-in-law, Ira McDonnell, in the real estate business that had been in his wife’s family since 1894. They later formed Boone Realty Corp., which operates today as RE/MAX Boone Realty. Hirst was a staple in the community and was proud to be an active citizen promoting growth and enhancement for all Columbians. He and his wife were the developers of Quarry Heights subdivision and many others.

He was a 50-year member of the Kiwanis Club, a commander of the American Legion, a life member of the Columbia Board of Realtors and was awarded the highest honor of Realtor of the Year. Hirst was a regional vice president for the Council of Residential Brokers of the National Association of Realtors.

He was very active in politics and the Republican Party, and he was a president and charter member of the Columbia Pachyderms. He served as delegate to the state Republican convention and an attendee of six Republican national conventions.

He was awarded the Silver Beaver, one of the highest honors from the Boy Scouts of America. He was an accomplished gardener with an annual crop of fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, cabbage, herbs and more that he shared with co-workers and neighbors.

He and his wife enjoyed MU sporting events, and they were recognized for being football season ticket holders for over 50 years.

His family and friends will remember him for his fondness of the written word, hard work ethic, sense of humor, loyalty, and especially his love for his country.

He is survived by his sons, Richard and his wife, Denice, and Tom and his wife, Diane; and six grandchildren, Elizabeth, Mindy, Ford, Cindy, Christy and Cole.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Jane, in 2005.

Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to the Columbia Kiwanis Club, P.O. Box 158, Columbia Mo., 65205.


Published Tuesday, January 29, 2008

Anne Martha Camp Cope, 92, of Columbia died Sunday, Jan. 27, 2008.

The family plans private services and wishes to thank everyone who helped Anne enjoy her last years in Columbia.

Anne was born March 3, 1915, in Pittsgrove Township, Salem County, N.J., to Clarence and Minnie Reinas Camp.

She was a 1932 graduate of Vineland High School in Vineland, N.J., and later attended Temple University and the University of Missouri in Columbia.

She married James Clinton Cope on June 14, 1941, on Staten Island, N.Y. They moved to Columbia in 1949.

Anne was an active member and past president of the Columbia Weavers Guild and the Boone County Medical Auxiliary. She also served on the advisory boards of the Columbia Community Nursery and the Daniel Boone Regional Library.

In 1965, Anne and Jim built a home on the Missouri River bluffs outside Rocheport. They were founding members of the Friends of Rocheport and instrumental in acquisition of the "Old Schoolhouse." They moved to Sanibel Island, Fla., in 1987, where they belonged to the Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ and the Southwest Florida Craft Guild.

Anne enjoyed collecting textiles during many travels with Jim to Central and South America, the Middle East, Africa and Europe. She also received many awards for her own weaving at fairs and shows around the Midwest.

Anne returned to Columbia in 2003 after Jim passed away in Florida.

She is survived by three daughters, Marian Minor of Columbia, Diane and husband Don Walker of Florence, Ore., and Nancy Cope of O’Fallon; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers or gifts, donations may be made to the Daniel Boone Regional Library in Columbia.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Funeral Service, (573) 449-4153.


Published Wednesday, January 30, 2008

John Cunningham, 82, of Columbia died Monday, Jan. 28, 2008, at Parkside Manor.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2, at Memorial Funeral Home. Entombment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

John was born May 4, 1925, to James W. and Cordelia Cunningham. He was a graduate of Ashland High School in 1943 and served in the U.S. Army during World War II, serving in Italy.

He retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 34 years of service and the U.S. Army Reserves after 22 years of service.

He was a life member of American Legion Post 202 and a life member of VFW Post 280, where he participated in their honor guard ceremonies, and he was also a member of IOOF Lodge No. 207, Eagles Lodge No. 2730, 40 & 8 Voiture 292, the National Association of Rural Letter Carriers and Wilkes Boulevard United Methodist Church.

John is survived by his wife, Dixie; daughter Sandy Cobia and her husband, Ray; son Vern Cunningham and his wife, Lisa; two granddaughters, Kimberly Waters and her husband, Kevin, and Jensen Cunningham; grandson Nick Cunningham; and brother James S. Cunningham.

Memorial contributions can be made to Wilkes Boulevard U.M.C., 702 Wilkes Blvd., Columbia, Mo., 65201; or the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 30638, Columbia, Mo., 65205.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, February 3, 2008

On the afternoon of Jan. 29, 2008, a powerful windstorm blew through Columbia, turning the day from mild to bitter cold. At the same time, Gail Shen passed away in her home. It would take such a heavy wind to extinguish her bright light. She was with family and at peace.

Gail Grunbock was born March 30, 1947, in Los Angeles to Wilma Mathews and Edgar Grunbock. She lived in San Luis Obispo, Calif., until she was 12 years old. At 12, she rode the train across the country to Columbia, where she spent the remainder of her life. Gail graduated from University High School and attended the University of Missouri as an art major. In her freshman-year history class, she met Sheldon Shen. They later married and had a son, Christopher, and daughter Molliarda.

While family was her greatest love and legacy, Gail’s indelible mark is also evident through her artwork and her store, Gail Shen’s Chinatown.

There is no way to sum up Gail’s artistic vision. She created drawings, paintings, collages, beadwork, quilts, hats, mosaics and more. Her style was often copied but never duplicated. One of her murals stood in the children’s reading section of the now-defunct Chapter One bookstore. There is currently a mural in the library of Ridgeway Elementary School. A massive quilt hangs in the cafeteria of Stephens College. And treasured pieces hang in homes throughout the country.

Gail first opened her gift store, Chinatown, in 1978. The trinkets, toys and Chinese shoes have delighted generations of shoppers. It has always been a fanciful place where a child could walk in with a dollar and walk out with a bag of goodies. Gail felt passionately that people needed Chinatown, and customers assured her that was so.

In concert with her store and her artwork, Gail worked in the costume shop for Stephens College from 1997 to 2007. Students said that seeing her was their favorite part of coming to the costume shop. They described her joyful smile, positive spirit, sweet voice, upbeat personality and pretty blond curls. Her presence is missed there.

Gail is survived by her son, Chris and his wife, Christine; daughter Molly and her husband, Ron; her ex-husband, Sheldon and his wife, Martha; her sister, Diane; and her grandchildren, Jordan, Hannah, Rachel, Noah and Cody.

The family invites you to celebrate Gail’s life with a sampling of artwork on Saturday, Feb. 16 at the Stephens College cafeteria, located in the Stamper Commons at 1300 E. Broadway. This memorial showing will be open from 2 to 4:30 p.m.

Online condolences may be left for Gail’s family at www.heartlandcremation.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Heartland Cremation & Burial Society of Columbia, 442-7850.


Published Saturday, February 2, 2008

Lloyd George Roullett, 84, of Ashland passed away Thursday, Jan. 31, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 3, at Memorial Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held from noon until time of service on Sunday.

He was born Feb. 3, 1923, in Columbia, the son of the late George and Shirley Roullett.

On Sept. 6, 1960, he was united in marriage to Virginia Douglas, and she survives.

Mr. Roullett served his country in the U.S. Navy as ship fitter third class and was a union ironworker. He will be remembered for his love of gardening and flowers as well as his devotion to his family, especially baby-sitting his granddaughters in their early years.

In addition to his wife of 47 years, he is survived by his daughter, Debbie Kempker and husband Rick of Ashland; and two granddaughters, Kristy Hazell and Holly Hazell.

He was preceded in death by five brothers, two sisters, and his stepson, Doug Edwards.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Tuesday, February 5, 2008

C. Dean Monroe, M.D., 85, of Columbia passed away Friday, Feb. 1, 2008, at his home.

Services with military honors will be at 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until time of services at the funeral home. Burial is in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Dr. Monroe was born on Nov. 8, 1922, in Selma, Kan., to Clarence and Osa Steele Monroe, and they preceded him in death.

He married Phyllis Turner on March 10, 1945, in Emporia, Kan., and she preceded him in death.

He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and was a proud graduate of the University of Kansas Medical School. He worked for many years in different rural communities as a general-practice physician before moving to Columbia in 1967 and specializing in psychiatry.

He is survived by his children, Jed Monroe of Round Rock, Texas, Thomas Monroe of Sturgeon, Susan Schultz of Sturgeon and Tana Burton of St. Peters; grandchildren Kelly, Corey, Jay, Jeff, Kyle and Patrick; stepgrandchildren Stephanie and Chris; and seven great-grandchildren.

He was also preceded in death by his brother, Louis Arden Monroe; and sister Oleta Alice McClure.

Memorial contributions can be made to Salvation Army, 1108 W. Ash St., Columbia, Mo., 65203; or Central Missouri Humane Society, 616 Big Bear Blvd., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Thursday, February 7, 2008

Martha Burr Bates John, 90, of Columbia passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2008, at her home.

Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia.

Martha was born on June 14, 1917, to Archie Burr and Martha Frances Breiner Bates, and they preceded her in death.

She was married on Oct. 5, 1940, to Hurst John in Boonville, and he preceded her in death.

Martha was a 1934 graduate of Laura Speed Elliot High School in Boonville and a 1936 graduate of Stephens College. She graduated in 1938 from the University of Minnesota with a bachelor of arts degree in architecture.

She worked as a draftsman for noted Columbia architect Harry S. Bill, where she met her future husband. After World War II, she worked occasionally, mostly for her husband, and began raising a family. During the next 30 years she was involved in many activities relating to the family, PTA president at both Benton Elementary and Jefferson Junior High School, Camp Fire leader and local board president, and Cub Scout den mother. She volunteered at Ellis Fischel Cancer Center for 30 years, serving at least once as auxiliary president, and was a longtime member of First Baptist Church in Columbia.

She is survived by daughter Martha K. John and husband Jim Downey of Columbia; son John John, his wife, Karen, and their son, Justin, all of Columbia; daughter Susan Newstead of Navarro, Calif.; granddaughter Miel Newstead of Philo, Calif.; and grandson John Newstead, his wife, Holly, and their sons, Kai and Max, all of Navarro.

She was also preceded in death by her son, Lawrence Edward John; sister Ida Frances Bates Dyer Kalb; and nephew Bob Dyer.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Thursday, February 7, 2008

Raymond E. Olson, 80, of Columbia passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2008, at his home.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 9, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial with military honors will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Raymond was born Jan. 10, 1928, in Rock Island, Ill., to Theodore and Dora Johnson Olson, and they preceded him in death.

He married Mary Gates on May 17, 1947, in Columbia, and she preceded him in death.

Raymond served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a 1946 graduate of Boonville High School and worked for Wonder Bread until he retired in 1985 to continue operating his lawn care business.

He is survived by his son, Michael R. Olson and wife Leslie of Gladstone; daughter, Marilyn Miller and husband Mike of Columbia; two grandsons, Brent Allen Bradley and Raymond Warren Bradley, both of Columbia; sister, Faye Williams of Columbia; several nieces, nephews and their families.

He was also preceded in death by his brother, Ralph Olson.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Friday, February 15, 2008

Charles Ellis Cowans, 69, of Columbia passed away Saturday, Feb. 8, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, at Progressive Baptist Church with the Rev. Thomas Drew officiating. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Mount Celestial Baptist Church, 1410 Grand Ave.

Charles was born Jan. 19, 1939, in Wybark, Okla., to Jeff Cowans and Sheary Harrison Cowans. He later married Sherry Dunn Cowans.

He was formerly employed with the City of Columbia in public works for 26 years. He was a member of the Mount Celestial Baptist Church and Royal Duces.

Survivors include his wife, Sherry Cowans of Columbia; two daughters, Sherrin R. Cowans and Teresa A. Cowans, both of Columbia; five brothers, A.C. Cowans of Kansas City, Leon Cowans of Tulsa, Okla., the Rev. Thomas Drew and Emanuel Drew both of Vian, Okla., and Maurice Burgess of Muskogee, Okla.; six sisters, Mildred Phelps and Gloria Thornton both of San Francisco, Doretha Taylor and Gertha Cubit Boxhap of Vian, Okla., Siretta Mae Wells of Fort Smith, Ark., and Linda Drew of Oklahoma City, Okla.; two grandchildren, William Jackson Jr. and Kiara Jackson, both of Columbia.

He was preceded in death by both parents; two sisters, Elaine Burgess and Jeulean Cowans; a son, Charles Cowans Jr.; step-father, Thomas Drew Sr.; and both grandparents.


Published Tuesday, February 19, 2008

James R. Warrick, 90, of Columbia died Friday, Feb. 15, 2008.

Funeral services will be private.

He was born Feb. 22, 1917, in Brazil, Ind., to Thomas and Ruth Waggoner Warrick. He married Dorothy E. Brown on June 21, 1944, in Key West, Fla.

He attended the University of Missouri and received his doctor of optometry degree from the Illinois College of Optometry in 1948.

He practiced optometry in Columbia until his retirement in 1986. He was past president of the Missouri State Board of Examiners in optometry, trustee of the Missouri Optometric Association and served as a member of the Columbia Board of Education, Parks and Recreation Commission and Exalted Ruler of the Elks. He was also a member of the American Legion, the Lions Club and Missouri United Methodist Church.

He served as a Navy pilot and patrol plane commander in World War II and retired as a lieutenant commander in the Naval Reserve.

He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; two children, Thomas S. Warrick, his wife, Rochelle, and their daughter, Elizabeth, of Bethesda, Md., and James W. Warrick, his wife, Elizabeth and daughter Sarah of Winchester, Mass.; and two brothers, Joseph R. Warrick of Greencastle, Ind., and William E. Warrick of Des Moines, Iowa.

A brother and sister died earlier.

Arrangements are under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home.


Published Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Evelyn F. Fox, 91, of Columbia passed away Sunday, Feb. 17, 2008, at Columbia Manor.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 21, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of services Thursday at the funeral home.

Evelyn was born July 14, 1916, in Rocheport to Perry and Inis Boyd Roberts, and they preceded her in death.

She was married to Paul Fox on May 23, 1947, in Columbia, and he preceded her in death.

Evelyn was a longtime member of First Christian Church in Columbia, where she taught Sunday school for 25 years. She was also a member of King’s Daughters, African Violet Club and the Columbia Bowling Hall of Fame. She worked as a statistician for the U.S. Department of Agriculture for 28 years until her retirement in 1979.

She is survived by her son, Jerry Fox and his wife, Sharon, of Lake Ozark; daughter Diane DiBlasi and her husband, Pat, of Los Angeles; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by one sister, Margaret Roberts Roark; and two brothers, Perry Roberts Jr. and Glenn Roberts.

Memorial contributions can be made to First Christian Church, 101 N. Tenth St., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Earl Straub, 89, of Columbia passed away Monday, Feb. 18, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center of complications related to several medical conditions.

Services are scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 23, with visitation from 10 to 11 a.m. at Parker Funeral Service in Columbia. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery in Columbia.

He was born on June 11, 1919, in Salisbury to Estelle and Elmer Straub.

Earl married Martha L. Trimble of Columbia in 1942. They were married 57 years until her death in February 2000.

Earl was active in the field of agriculture, receiving a degree in agricultural engineering from the University of Missouri. During his career, he served as a county agent in several regions of Missouri, actively farmed, served as a Department Director at the Missouri Department of Agriculture and, in the latter part of his career, worked as a manufacturer’s representative in the agrichemical field.

During his retirement, he traveled extensively with his wife, Martha. He kept an open eye for photographic opportunities, gave numerous talks and presentations of trips to all corners of the globe to local groups, and demonstrated an amazing memory for trip details. Earl clearly loved to travel and share the experiences.

Additionally, he was an active participant over the years in the Columbia Art League, a patron to the Missouri Symphony Society and an avid MU football and basketball fan.

He is survived by four of six siblings, Mary Katherine Cottingham of Pismo Beach, Calif., Jack Straub of De Leon, Texas, Jeanette Mesina of Kansas City, and Betty West of Las Vegas; two sons, James and Gary Straub, both of Columbia; a daughter, Deborah Suprenant of New Haven, Conn.; three grandchildren, Jason and Kirsten Straub of Columbia and Ian Straub of Broomfield, Colo.; and two great-grandchildren of Broomfield.

He was proceeded in death by his wife, Martha, and two sisters, Joann Dinwiddie and Sarah Porter.

Memorial donation suggestions include Columbia Art League or the Missouri Symphony Society.


Published Sunday, February 24, 2008

Winnie Mai, 70, of Columbia died Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008, at University Hospital.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 27, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 903 Bernadette Drive.

Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mrs. Mai was born May 2, 1937, in Chicago to Glen and Mary McIntyre Davis. She was married to Richard Mai on Aug. 3, 1958, and he survives.

Mrs. Mai attended Washburn University for three years and graduated from Stephens College in Columbia. She was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Kappa Alpha Theta, Women of Lourdes and was a volunteer at The Wardrobe.

She is survived by her husband, Richard Mai of Columbia; one daughter, Karen White of Columbia; two sons, Glen R. Mai of Lebanon, Mo., and Brad Mai of Memphis, Tenn.; one brother, Glen Davis of Lawrence, Kan.; eight grandchildren, Alexandra, Natlie and Billy Mai, Cherilyn, Sarah, Jared and Janessa Mai, and Maria White.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, George and Charlie Davis.

Memorials may be given to Our Lady of Lourdes Pro-life Fund, 903 Bernadette Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65203.

Arrangements are under the care of Parker Funeral Service and Crematory.


Published Thursday, February 28, 2008

Rosa Lee Dudley, 74, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services, conducted by the Rev. Bill Nigus, will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, March 3, at Nilson Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery in Columbia.

Rosa Lee "Pud" was born June 7, 1933, to Norris W. and Mary Johnson McKinzie in Boone County. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She enjoyed many years on a bowling league, and she was inducted into the Columbia Bowling Hall of Fame in 1975.

She also enjoyed many years as a participant in square dancing, gardening flowers and vegetables, knitting and baking.

She had a successful career as an LPN, retiring twice from Ellis Fischel Cancer Center.

Furthermore, in 1994, she was awarded the Chancellor’s Staff Recognition Award in the technical/paraprofessional division.

During the past six years, Pud has thoroughly enjoyed a fun-filled, loving relationship with Meredith "Mert" Lee, a retired Boone County police officer.

Whether playing the slot machines at Isle of Capri in Boonville, watching the latest ballgame or an old western on TV, or entertaining family and friends with a backyard barbecue, love, fun and laughter radiated from this couple.

She is survived by her mother, Mary Idella Fite of Ashland; three sons, Dennis James Dudley and wife Joneta, Kevin Price Dudley, and Brian Scott Dudley and wife and child Gwyn and Jerimy William, all of Columbia; her brother, Norris "Bud" McKinzie of Columbia; and three sisters, Jean Fisher of Ashland, Billie Barnes of Overland Park, Kan., and Joy Garrett of Lakeland, Fla.

She is preceded in death by her father and her son, William Chad Dudley.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Gurucharri Foundation, a foundation that helps qualifying residents of Boone County meet expenses of cancer treatment.


Published Thursday, February 28, 2008

Naomi Joyce Spencer, 78, of Hallsville passed away Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Visitation will be from 5 to 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 29, at Liberty Baptist Church. Services will be held at 6 p.m. Friday at the church, with the Rev. Bruce Caldwell officiating. Graveside services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Grace Lawn Cemetery in Howard, Kan.

Naomi was born Aug. 12, 1929, in Moline, Kan., to Albert W. and Myrtle Anderson Bennett. She married Ray Dean Spencer on July 21, 1951, and he survives.

She graduated from Howard Hugh School in 1948. She worked for Southwestern Bell in Howard. They moved to Columbia in 1956. She worked for State Farm Insurance Cos. for several years, then later worked for GTE, retiring in 1990 after 18 years. She enjoyed sewing and leather work, playing bingo, going to the boat and trapshooting, winning several trophies. Most of all, she was a devoted mother.

Naomi was a member of Liberty Baptist Church and Ladies VFW Auxiliary.

Survivors include her husband of Hallsville; son Ray Dean Spencer Jr. and wife Barbara of Hallsville; daughter Sandra Claycamp and husband Kevin of Hallsville; sister Marjorie Morris of Winfield, Kan.; seven grandchildren, Alisca, Melanie, Michael, Eric, Jessica, Clint and Emily; and two great-grandchildren, Sabrina and Olivia.

She was preceded in death by a brother, William A. Bennett, and a sister, Neva Jean Gray.

Memorials may be given to Liberty Baptist Church, 7461 N. Brown Station Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202, or to the Howard Senior Center in Howard, Kan.

Arrangements are under the care of Parker Funeral Service.


Published Friday, February 29, 2008

Ruby Frances Alvis, 95, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Feb. 28, 2008.

Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 2, at Memorial Park Cemetery.

She was born on June 3, 1912, in Boone County, the daughter of the late John Luther and Mary Cornelius Griffin. She was united in marriage to the late Leon W. Alvis on Feb. 11, 1933. Survivors include her daughter, Glenda Nichols and husband Bob of Columbia; son Bob Alvis and wife Donna of Boonville; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter.

She was also preceded in death by four brothers and one sister.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wilkes Boulevard United Methodist Church or the Alzheimer’s Association.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Monday, March 3, 2008

John Philip "Phil" Norman, 92, professor emeritus of the University of Missouri School of Journalism, died Thursday, Feb. 28, 2008, at University Hospital.

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday, March 4, at the Sacred Heart Activity Building.

Mr. Norman was the son of Roy Arleigh and Susan Kerstetter Norman and was born on April 6, 1916, in Ames, Iowa. He graduated with a degree in journalism from the University of Iowa in 1938 and began his career in the advertising department of what is now known as the Sunbeam Co. After serving in the Army Air Corps during World War II, Mr. Norman worked for the Trane Co. in La Crosse, Wis. Eventually he bought two weekly newspapers in central Wisconsin, which he ran until 1955, when he came to the J School.

He began working on the city desk as a graduate assistant and became the city editor after the retirement of Eugene Sharp. In addition, he taught reporting and news writing. Hundreds of students will remember him for his sense of humor, his passion for the craft of journalism, his unfeigned interest in students and stories, and even his final exams - the famous N.I.T.s.

Before retiring in 1980, Mr. Norman spent a year as a consultant to the Korea Herald, an English-language newspaper in Seoul, and began working as the Missouri/Kansas manager for NES providing election results for the three major networks and the (then) two wire services during national elections.

He was a member of Kiwanis and Sigma Delta Chi, the professional journalism fraternity. In retirement, Mr. Norman continued reading multiple newspapers and newsmagazines, built a lot of closets for his wife and took up woodcarving and traveling.

Mr. Norman was married in 1941 to Janette Irmina Lehnertz, and they have four children: Richard Norman of Cardiff, Calif., Susan Norman of Columbia, William Norman of St. Paul, Minn., and Elizabeth Ritter of St. Louis.

He is survived by his wife and children; four grandchildren; and numerous nephews.

His parents, two brothers and one sister died earlier.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests you make a contribution toward diabetes research.


Published Wednesday, March 5, 2008

Robert W. Etnire, 88, of Columbia, formerly of Charleston, Ill., passed away Sunday, March 2, 2008, at Parkside Manor.

His graveside funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday, March 7, at Roselawn Cemetery in Charleston with Pastor Mike Southards officiating. Military rites will be performed by Paul McVey, VFW Post 1592.

Robert was born June 7, 1919, in Charleston, the son of Harry and Kate Evans Etnire. He married Evelyn Marie Onyett in 1942 in St. Louis, and she preceded him in death on Jan. 11, 2007.

Robert was a U.S. Army veteran. He served as Charleston city clerk from January 1946 through July 1949. He was a salesman for the former Lindley Chevrolet of Charleston, Nathe Chevrolet, Bispen Oldsmobile and Motel 6, all in Columbia. He retired in 1981. He was a memberof First Christian Church of Columbia, and a past member of First Christian Church of Charleston, and former member of the Elks, Kiwanis, American Legion and VFW.

Surviving are one daughter, Roberta Lowe and fiance Ed Norman of Columbia; one son, Paul Larry Etnire and wife Ruth of Las Vegas; grandchildren Paul Etnire of Mesa, Ariz., Eric and Tonya Spurgeon of Columbia, Christy Lowe and boyfriend Kevin Arnold of Columbia, Robert T. Etnire and fiancee Brittani Bingham, Sarah, Danny and Rachel Etnire, all of Las Vegas; and three great-grandchildren, Derek, Karek and Devin.

One brother and one sister preceded him in death.

Memorials may be made to the Mid-Missouri Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, 2400 Bluff Creek Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65201, in his wife Evelyn’s memory.

Arrangements are by Harper-Swickard in Charleston.


Published Sunday, March 9, 2008

Ivis L. Silvey, 96, of Columbia, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2008, at her home.

Services will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 11, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial follows in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.

Ivis was born on Oct. 17, 1911, in southern Iowa to William and Rose Love.

She was married on May 29, 1928, to J.M. "Jack" Silvey.

She was a longtime member of First Christian Church in Columbia.

Ivis is survived by her son, Jim, and wife Billie of Columbia; son-in-law, Gary Tatlow of Columbia; grandchildren, Sheryl Silvey of St. Louis, Jennifer Golden and husband Greg of Columbia, Philip Tatlow and wife Alison of St. Louis, Rebecca Tatlow of Springfield; great-grandchildren, Jack and Alice Golden of Columbia and Lizzie and Perry Tatlow of St. Louis.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and a daughter, Marilyn Tatlow.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to First Christian Church, 101 N. Tenth St., Columbia, Mo., 65201 or the charity of donor’s choice.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Monday, March 10, 2008

Nina Fadler, 94, of Columbia passed away Saturday, March 8, 2008, at The Bluffs.

A memorial service will be held at noon Tuesday, March 11, at Riggs United Methodist Church in Riggs.

Nina Fadler was born Sept. 30, 1913, in Fredericktown, the daughter of George and Rose Copeland Clauser. She married Lester A. Fadler on May 14, 1941, in Fredericktown, and he preceded her in death in 1984.

Survivors include two sons, George F. Fadler of Columbia and James A. Fadler of St. Louis; one daughter, Ruth and husband Richard Stone of Harrisburg; one sister, Ruth Berry of Fredericktown; four grandchildren, Rhonda Lightfoot and husband Robin, Richard Stone II and wife Bethany, Dustin Fadler and Michael Fadler; four great-grandchildren, Ethan and Aaron Lightfoot, and Liberty and Archer Stone; and one special niece, Rose Powell. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

She was preceded in death by her husband; two sisters, Glenda M. Sebastian and Mary C. Ellis; and her parents.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Riggs Cemetery Fund in care of Mary Alice Nielson, 201 W. Williams Road, Sturgeon, Mo., 65284; or The Bluffs Employee Fund, 3105 Bluff Creek Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65201.


Published Wednesday, March 12, 2008

Larry Leroux, 84, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2008, in Columbia.

Larry’s body will be gifted to the University of Missouri Anatomy Department, and no services will be held.

He was born Sept. 9, 1923, in Preston, Kan., to Lawrence L. and Mabel Davis Leroux. He married Jeanette Hefling on June 9, 1957, and she survives.

Larry served in the Army during World War II.

He worked for Columbia Mutual Insurance for 10 years. He was a member of the Twilight Lodge No. 114 A.F. & A.M. for more than 50 years and Boone Chapter No. 290 Order of Eastern Star. He enjoyed playing the organ.

Survivors include a son, Steven and wife Tammy; a daughter, Stefanie Leroux; a sister, Mary James; a grandson, Allen Leroux; and three nephews.

Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Foundation.

Arrangements are under the care of Parker Funeral Service.


Published Thursday, March 13, 2008

Sherman Clement Kelly, 88, of Columbia died Monday, March 10, 2008.

A Mass, with military honors presented at the church, will celebrate and honor his life. It will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, March 24, at the Newman Center. Interment will follow.

Mr. Kelly was born on Memorial Day, May 30, 1919, to Martin and Anna Kelly in Britt, Iowa. He and his six siblings were orphaned during the Great Depression. He then lived with his Aunt Clara until graduation from high school.

He served as an officer during World War II, retiring as a captain in the Army Infantry 9th Division. He was awarded the Bronze Star and the Silver Star for his actions during combat.

He moved to Columbia in 1949 to work with his brother, Glenn Kelly, at Kelly Press. He then established his own business, Sherman Kelly & Associates, a management consulting firm for not-for-profit organizations that specialized in environmental issues. In addition, he had a financial interest in Taum Sauk and D&M Sound.

In 2005, he represented Missouri at the National Senior Games Golf Tournament. As a member of "The Wild Bunch" senior golfers at the Country Club of Missouri, he was legendary as much for his unruly hair as for his strong golf swing.

Mr. Kelly was married Oct. 23, 1943, to Frances Russell, and they have four children: Christopher Kelly and Anne Moore of Columbia, Elizabeth Kelly of Woodland Park, Colo., and Carol Kelly of Denver.

He is survived by his wife; children; six grandchildren; and his brother, Lee Kelly of Rockford, Ill.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Newman Center Scholarship Fund, 701 Maryland, Columbia, Mo., 65201. www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Thursday, March 13, 2008

Marjorie Bryan Summers, 86, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2008.

Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 15, at Walnut Grove Cemetery in Boonville. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday at Memorial Funeral Home.

She was born on Oct. 20, 1921, in Boonville, the daughter of the late John B. Bryan and Frances Jeffress Bryan. She was united in marriage to Willard S. Summers on Aug, 22, 1942, in San Luis Obispo, Calif. He preceded her in death.

Marjorie was valedictorian of the Boonville High School Class of 1939. She graduated from the University of Missouri with a bachelor’s degree in the School of Arts and Science. She received American Association of University Women and Mortar Board awards and was a member of Phi Beta Kappa.

Marjorie chose to build her life around her husband and her family, caring for and nurturing them. She was a doting grandmother who adored her four grandchildren and recent great-grandson. Their presence would always light up her eyes and bring a smile to her face.

Survivors include her daughters, Cindy Eber of Salem, Ore., and Beth Southard of Columbia.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, c/o Memorial Funeral Home.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Friday, March 14, 2008

Mary Lilly Danley, 92, of Friday Harbor, Wash., formerly from Columbia, passed away Friday, March 7, 2008, at Island Convalescent Center on San Juan Island, Wash.

Graveside services will be held in Columbia at a later date.

She was born in May, 1915, in Ionia, the daughter of Albert and Cora Schnabel Winch. Mary was born on the family farm and was known to guide the horse-drawn plow. Although the horse had to be changed out after each long row plowed, Mary continued along, guiding the horses through the entire field.

She had five siblings; two died in early childhood. She and her three sisters received their education in rural schoolhouses. During the hard times of the Depression, Mary’s family lost their farm, so her parents and Mary went to the Lake of the Ozarks, where they were caretakers for a well-to-do family.

Later, the family moved to Sedalia, and Mary worked as a carhop at Garth’s Drive-in. She met a handsome young man on a Harley-Davidson named Milton Danley, and the romance began. In 1939, they married and started a family with their first son, Donald Carl, born in December of 1939. Milt entered the U.S. Navy near the end of World War II, and Mary stayed with her sister in Kansas City to raise their young family. Upon Milton’s discharge at the end of the war, the family moved to Columbia and bought into his family’s restaurant business.

During this time her second son, Dan, was born. Mary was a stay-at-home mom who participated in the boys’ Cub Scouts, baseball games, go-kart races, and Parent Teacher Association events. When the boys were old enough, she helped to manage the bustling restaurants and later in life worked at Stephens College, Columbia school cafeterias and in retail sales.

Mary was devoted to her family and partly expressed that devotion through a clean and orderly home. She will always be known as a "great mom." Upon spending a two-week holiday with Dan and Maggy, she asked if she could come to live on San Juan Island. After spending 84 years in Missouri, she packed her bags and moved to the little house next door to Dan. She loved the view of San Juan valley, which reminded her so much of "home." She was independent and active right up to the last days of her life.

Mary is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Dan and Maggy Danley of Friday Harbor; and granddaughter and husband Dawn and Harlan Hanby of Federal Way, Wash.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Milton, in 1981; and son Donnie in 1971.

Memorials in Mary’s name may be made to an animal shelter of your choice.

Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel and Crematory Inc., Anacortes, Wash. To share memories of Mary, please sign the online guest register at www.evanschapel.com.


Published Monday, March 17, 2008

Eunice Lichti, 77, formerly of Columbia, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2008.

Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 20, at Columbia Cemetery.

Eunice was born Aug. 19, 1930, in Independence, Kan., the daughter of Edgar L. and Alta E. Smith Lichti.

Survivors include two sons, Edgar L. Lichti Jr. of Gladstone and Emery L. Lichti of Mexico, Mo.; one brother, Raymond T. Riley of Wichita, Kan.; three sisters, Jewel, Betty Ann and Virginia Lee; one granddaughter, Theresa Mueller; and three great-grandchildren, Victoria, Maya and James.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and one sister.

Arrangements are by Nilson Funeral Home.


Published Saturday, March 22, 2008

Marduk Alkhas, 71, of Columbia passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2008, at home.

A public memorial service will be held at St. Ephraim Church in Chicago.

Marduk was an Assyrian born in Iran to Addie and Hilda Alkhas.

He received his Ph.D. in communications at the University of Missouri.

He is survived by his wife, Judith; children Addie, Benjamin, Rachel, Rebecca and Nineveh; daughters-in-law Helena and Vilma; and grandchildren, Addie, John, Mataeus and Isabella.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Sunday, March 23, 2008

Clara Hudspeth, 94, of Columbia passed away Thursday, March 20, 2008, at Columbia Manor Care Center.

The funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 25, at Memorial Funeral Chapel with Dr. Bob Webb officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Clara was born May 26, 1913, in Balco in the Oklahoma panhandle, to Edward L. and Abigail Coy Fowler. She married Samuel Meridith "Med" Hudspeth on Feb. 3, 1934, in Lawton, Okla. He preceded her in death on Aug. 23, 1990. Clara was a homemaker and faithful wife and mother. She was a member of Memorial Baptist Church in Columbia since 1956.

Survivors include two sons, T. Brian Hudspeth of Columbia and Barry E. Hudspeth and wife Carol of Pensacola, Fla.; daughter-in-law Louise Douglas Hudspeth of Columbia; grandchildren Rick Hudspeth, Melanie Madore and husband Lawrence, Tom Hudspeth and wife Sam, Michael Hudspeth and wife Brenda, Anna Blair, Andrew Hudspeth, Brett Hudspeth and wife Amanda, and Collyn Matusiak; and great-grandchildren Katie and Jenny Hudspeth, Andrew Isaiah Hudspeth, Sydney Grace Hudspeth, and Haylee and Blake Matusiak.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; four brothers; three sisters; her eldest son, Richard Bruce Hudspeth; and granddaughter Megan Malone Hudspeth.

Memorials may be given to Memorial Baptist Church or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Friday, March 21, 2008

Polly Nichols, 90, of Columbia passed away Thursday, March 20, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 22, at Memorial Funeral Home.

Mrs. Nichols was born Feb. 20, 1918, in Doyleville, Colo.

She graduated in 1936 from Colorado State University.She taught in various capacities throughout her life, retiringafter 17 years of teaching at Stephens College in 1983.

In her retirement, she gave more than 1,000 hours of volunteer service to Ellis Fischel Cancer Center. She was a member of First Christian Church in Columbia.

Shewas preceded in death by her husband, George, in 1983.Her second husband, Milton Winch, died in 1992.

She is survived by her brother, Ralph; her two children, Nick Nichols and Janet Polzer; two grandsons, Brent and Seth; a great-granddaughter, Nicole; and a great-great-granddaughter, Natalie.

In lieu of flowers,the family asks that contributionsbe made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 2400 Bluff Creek Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65201.


Published Sunday, March 23, 2008

Emma Belle Moss, 90, of Columbia died Friday, March 21, 2008, at University Hospital.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 25, at Parker Funeral Service. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Parker Funeral Service. Burial will be at Columbia Cemetery.

Mrs. Moss was born March 17, 1918, in Canalou to Fred and Maggie Yancy Talcott.

She married Earl F. Moss on Feb. 8, 1942, in St. Louis. Mrs. Moss was a very gentle person; she loved taking care of others first and never asked for anything.

She was a registered nurse before becoming a full-time homemaker and mother. "Belle," as she was known to her many friends, and Earl were longtime Columbia residents before retiring in Rockledge, Fla., where they remained for 20 years. They returned to Columbia in 2007.

Mrs. Moss is survived by her husband, Earl Moss of Columbia; two sons, Jerry E. Moss and his wife, Glenda, of Wimberly, Texas, and Gary F. Moss and his wife, Norma, of Columbia; one daughter, Peggy S. Moss Toler and her husband, Ken, of Columbia; and one sister, Peggy Fonoff of Springfield, Ill. Six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren also survive.

Her parents, one brother and one sister preceded her in death. Memorials may be given to the Missouri Baptist Children’s Home or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Tuesday, March 25, 2008

Marilyn Sue Rudroff, 59, of Jefferson City died Sunday, March 23, 2008, in Jefferson City.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 27, at Houser-Millard Funeral Home in Jefferson City with Father Brendan Doyle officiating. Interment will be in Hawthorn Memorial Gardens. Friends will be received from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Sue was born July 13, 1948, in Jefferson City, a daughter of Richard D. and Eileen L. Parker Snellen. She was a 1966 graduate of Jefferson City High School.

Sue was a property manager from the early 1980s to mid-1990s, managing the Biscayne Mall in Columbia. She was a past member of the Red Hatters, the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association and the Missouri Angus Association.

She was an avid pet lover who especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.

She is survived by one son, Aaron Rudroff, sergeant first class, U.S. Army, and wife Deborah of Windsor, Conn.; one daughter, Rebekah Hammett and husband Nick of Columbia; three grandchildren, Cole Hammett, Lauren Hammett and Collin Rudroff; two brothers, Donnelly Snellen of Vienna and Richard "Jay" Snellen of Columbia; and one sister, Donna Bentlage of Jefferson City.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Special Learning Center in Jefferson City. Arrangements are under the direction of Houser-Millard Funeral Directors, 2613 W. Main; (573) 636-3838; www.millardfamilychapels.com.


Published Wednesday, March 26, 2008

Bedonna Hallock Clark, 94, passed away Monday, March 24, 2008.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, March 28, at Memorial Funeral Home. Interment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from noon until service time Friday at the funeral home.

Bedonna, daughter of John Wesley Hallock and Rose Spencer Hallock, was born Dec. 11, 1913, in Bethany. She studied at Northwest Missouri State College at Maryville and at the University of Missouri, receiving her bachelor’s degree in education with majors in mathematics and business education with a minor in art at the University of Missouri-Columbia.

She married Marion Walter Clark of Milan in 1935 and worked at the University of Missouri for three years before joining the religion department at Stephens College, where she retired in 1985 after 30 years. She then joined the Parks and Recreation Department of Columbia, for many years teaching ceramics and showing and selling her delightful creations at fairs and shops. But she was best known for her astonishingly beautiful quilts.

Bedonna loved travel and adventure, plying six continents in her lifetime, traveling by rail, bus, car and boat; sleeping in tents, trains and shacks as well as hotels and hostels.

She was a member of the Disciples of Christ church in Columbia. Preceding her in death were her parents; two brothers, Merle and Willis Hallock of Bethany; her sister, Kathryn Dowden of Shenandoah, Iowa; her husband of many years, Marion Clark; and her daughter Kathryn Clark of Columbia.

She is survived by one son, John Walter Clark of Columbia; a daughter, Vevonna Kennedy of Atlanta, Ga.; four grandchildren, Renee Burton of Columbia, Keith Clark of Dallas; and Shaun and Teague Kennedy of Atlanta; and seven great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Missouri Humane Society. Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, March 30, 2008

Margot Truman Lubensky, 89, of Columbia passed away Friday, March 28, 2008, at her home.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 1, at First Christian Church of Columbia. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Memorial Funeral Home.

She was born on May 1, 1918, in Grand Rapids, Mich., the daughter of the late Lewis R. Truman and Caroline L. Auwers. She grew up in Bryant, S.D. She was first united in marriage to the late H.F. "Pat" Patterson, former majority leader of the Missouri House of Representatives, from Sept. 11, 1953, until his death on March 30, 1965. She later married retired Foreign Service Officer Earl Lubensky on March 26, 1994.

Mrs. Lubensky received her bachelor of arts degree from the University of South Dakota in 1941 and her master of arts degree in education in 1947 from that same university. She also attended the University of Southern California in the summer of 1948, New York University in the summer of 1949, and the University of Michigan during the summer of 1954. She also did postgraduate work at the University of Missouri from 1949 to 1953.

Mrs. Lubensky was an instructor at the University of South Dakota in 1944 and communications teacher at Stephens College from 1946 to 1955. She was elected to the Missouri House of Representatives, serving from 1965 to 1966, filling her late husband’s legislative seat, from the Second District of Boone County. She was an assistant professor with the Extension Department of the University of Missouri-Columbia from 1966 until 1980, working as a program consultant for the Academic Support Center and in continuing education for women. She served on the Missouri Commission on the Status of Women, the Missouri Association of Social Welfare, and was the organizer and chairperson of the Community Congress of Columbia.

Before and after serving in the state legislature, Mrs. Lubensky was very active in Boone County politics. She helped start the Young Democrats Club. She served the Democratic Women’s Club of Columbia and the Boone County Federated Women’s Democratic Club. She was organizer and past president of Muleskinners Democratic Club. She also received the Harold Riback Award in 1988 and the William J. Robb Distinguished Service Award in 2000, both for her faithful service to the Democratic Party in Boone County.

Mrs. Lubensky was also a supporter of the arts. She was active in the Women’s Symphony League, Missouri Theatre Center for the Arts, Columbia Entertainment Company and the Maplewood Barn Theatre, where she acted in various productions such as "Picnic," "Night of the Iguana" and "To Kill A Mockingbird."

Mrs. Lubensky was a longtime member of First Christian Church in Columbia.

In addition to her husband, Earl, she is survived by her sons, Christopher Truman Patterson and wife Jan, and David Francis Patterson II and wife Shelley; grandchildren Taylor, Truman and Danielle Patterson and Brandon McDaniel; brother Elwood Truman; sister Ellen Gilbertson ;and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her first husband, she was preceded in death by her brother, Orrin Truman; and sister Francis Moffitt.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Missouri Theatre Center for the Arts.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, March 30, 2008

Leona Slaughter, 90, of Columbia passed away Friday, March 28, 2008, at South Hampton Place.

Services, conducted by the Rev. Mark West, will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 1, at Nilson Funeral Home with visitation from noon until time of service. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Leona was born March 17, 1918, in Woodlandville to George L. and Nancy Roberts Smith. She married George Earl Slaughter in 1941 in Boone County. She was a member of First Church of the Nazarene.

Survivors include two sons, Billy J. Smith and wife Shirley of Columbia, and David Slaughter and wife Verna, also of Columbia; one daughter, Carol Thomason Tyrrell of Columbia; her brother, Robert Earl Smith and his wife, Mary Lou of Columbia; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one daughter, Connie Sue Norman; four brothers; three sisters; and two grandchildren.

Memorial contributions are suggested to First Church of the Nazarene.


Published Tuesday, April 1, 2008

Margaret Lee Knapp McGlasson, 70, of Mobile, Ala., entered the fullness of life March 30, 2008.

A celebration of the life of Margaret Lee Knapp McGlasson is planned for Wednesday, April 2, at Christ United Methodist Church in Mobile and in July at Alsey Baptist Church in Alsey, Ill.

Margaret was born on a farm between Alsey and Winchester, Ill.,on July 9, 1937, and lived in Mobile for the past 10 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William Ralph and Bertha Ann Bannon Knapp; brother, Edward Knapp; and sister, Mary Ann Ryder.

She is survived by one sister, Martha Jean Long (Fort Myers, Fla.), two nieces Debra Ann (John) Kirar (Arvada, Colo.) and Cara Jean (Kurt) Heller (Jacksonville, Ill.), cousins Kay and Bill Knapp and second cousin Chris Knapp (Winchester, IL), sisters-in-law Jackie (Loren) Barber (Winchester, Ill.) and Tim (Kathy), Beth Ann (Jose), Chris, Clark (Bonnie), and Tom (Robin), Nancy Brock (Columbia) and Devin and Megan, and brothers-in-law John (Debbie) Passavage (Springfield, Ill.) Jon, Jackie and Jennie, and Alfred Ryder (Princeton), aunts Sue Shandrow (Winchester, Ill.), Betty Bayers (Columbia), uncle Bill B. McGlasson (Columbia); and several cousins, great nieces and nephews.

Almost 47 years ago, she married William Gary McGlasson at the Hopkins Farm near Roodhouse, Ill. They are members of Christ United Methodist Church and Seekers Sunday School Class in Mobile. Margaret was the major player in her husband’s career, as well as her own career.

Margaret graduated from Winchester High School where she was varsity cheerleader her freshman year, and began the business profession by attending Brown’s Business College in Jacksonville, Ill. She held several administrative secretary positions at Standard Oil of Indiana in Casper, Wyo., Louisiana Legislative Council and Louisiana State University-Agricultural Extension of Baton Rouge, La., BF Goodrich Chemicals in Calvert City, Ky., Ball Plastics in Evansville, Ind., and University of South Alabama Neurological Department chairperson in Mobile.

Margaret received her associate’s degree from University of Kentucky Community College in Paducah, Ky., and received her bachelor’s of science degree in business from Lee University in Cleveland, Tenn. At Lee University, she was a member of Alpha Chi and received the outstanding business student award. Margaret was elected to Who’s Who among students in American Universities & College in recognition of outstanding merit and accomplishment as a student at Lee University. She received a master’s of science business administration degree from Youngstown University (Ohio). Margaret taught business courses at Faulkner University in Mobile, where she was received the Outstanding Instructor Award, and also at Joliet Junior College in Joliet, Ill.

Margaret fell in love with Mobile during moves to and from the city upon three occasions. She was active in Rolling Readers at various Title One Mobile Elementary schools and Newcomers Club, where she was chairperson for the Couples’ Bridge Committee. She was a member of the Mobile Bridge Club, Chandler YMCA, and she was season-ticket holder of Joe Jefferson Theatre and Bellingrath Gardens. She enjoyed playing tennis and watching the professional tennis tournaments. She was an organ donor.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society, Life gate-Christ United Methodist Church (Grelot Road, Mobile), or Alsey Baptist Church.


Published Sunday, April 6, 2008

Allan Brock, 81, of Columbia passed away Saturday, April 5, 2008.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 8, at Missouri United Methodist Church. Family will greet friends after the service in the church parlor.

Allan Brock was born April 1, 1927, in Benton to Hartrel and Glenda Montgomery Brock. He married Patricia Burke, and she survives.

Allan was a graduate of the University of Missouri College of Agriculture. Following his graduation, he was engaged in farming and taught vocational agriculture to World War II veterans in Boone County. Moving to southeast Missouri, he was employed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture in the Farmers Home Administration. A position in the state office brought the family back to Columbia. Later, Allan was appointed state director and then to the national office, where he was deputy administrator in charge of farmer programs nationwide. In 1986, Allan retired after 33 years of dedicated service. Again the family returned to Columbia. He was a member of Missouri United Methodist Church for 43 years, a member of Golden K Kiwanis, a volunteer for Meals on Wheels, an avid gardener and bridge player. His love of travel was evident in his exploring the entire continental United States with his family. Later, Allan and Patty toured many continents and countries.

He is survived by his wife, Patty; his daughter, Tricia Brock and her daughter, Cleo; his son, Trel Brock; his daughter, Beth Wright and her husband, Mark, and their children, Brock, Harrison and Allison; his son, Gregg Brock and his wife, Connie, and their son, Bowen.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to Missouri United Methodist Church, 204 S. Ninth St., Columbia, Mo., 65201; or Juvenile Diabetes Association, 120 S. Wall Street, 19th Floor, New York, N.Y., 10005.

Online condolences may be left at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Monday, April 7, 2008

Merna D. Sneed, 85, of Columbia passed away Thursday, April 3, 2008, from injuries suffered in the explosion and fire that had killed her husband, Carl Sneed, at their home on March 14, 2008.

A memorial gathering will be held in the Great Room at Reynolds Alumni Center on the University of Missouri campus at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, April 12.

Merna Dean Fisher was born March 26, 1923, in Champaign-Urbana, Ill., the eldest of Ernest and Sylvia Fisher’s two daughters. Merna’s father died of flu during the Great Depression, leaving the family financially impoverished but rich in determination, resourcefulness and frugality. Merna earned a bachelor of science degree from Eastern Illinois State Teachers College, sewed parachutes during World War II, worked as a telephone operator and taught high school home economics before earning a master’s degree from Columbia Teachers College in New York City. She then joined the home economics faculty at the University of Missouri-Columbia, where she met Carl Sneed.

Carl and Merna married in 1950 and had three daughters. Merna became a full-time homemaker. She and Carl strongly emphasized learning in and outside of school. Merna was a member of the Fortnightly Club and was active in the Friends of the Library for more than 30 years. After Carl’s retirement, she and Carl enjoyed traveling and attending Elderhostel courses.

Survivors include three daughters, Linda Sneed of Columbia, Dr. Pam Heath of Alameda, Calif., and Dr. Penny Sneed of San Franciso; son-in-law Dr. Dan Kelly; grandchildren Kieran Kelly-Sneed, Devin Kelly-Sneed and Caitlin Kelly-Sneed; and nephews Chris Olander and Tim Olander.

Donations may be made to the Friends of the Columbia Public Library, 100 W. Broadway, P.O. Box 1267, Columbia, Mo., 65205-1267.


Published Thursday, April 10, 2008

Thelma G. Brooker, 91, of Columbia passed away April 8, 2008, at Lenoir Health Care Center in Columbia.

Services and a celebration of her life will be conducted by Dr. John Yonker at 1.pm. Saturday, April 12, at First Christian Church in Columbia. Visitation will be at the church preceding the services from noon to 1 p.m. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Thelma was born Feb. 20, 1917, in Miller County to Albert and Myrtle Blankenship Vaughn.

She graduated from Iberia Junior College Latin and Scientific Academy in 1936. There she met a young farm boy from northern Illinois, Donald Brown Brooker, and they were married on Sept. 12, 1936, in Salem.For 72 years, they were a partnership. She made great sacrifices to help him attend the University of Missouri during the Depression and was a supportive wife through his Army Air Corps service, his graduate work and his professional and university teaching career.

Thelma touched many people’s lives along her way.In 1937, she joined First Christian Church in Columbia and was active in the Christian Leader’s Class, Christian Women’s Fellowship, Hannah Jones Circle, the Sesquicentennial Committee, Homebound Communion and Ministry of Flowers.She received awards for her work as a Pink Lady at Boone Hospital Center and a volunteer in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit waiting room.She was a member of Fortnightly Club, Engineering Faculty Wives, Agricultural Engineering Wives, and many other groups associated with MU.She often acted as a sponsor for student wive’s clubs.She especially cherished her interaction with international students, many of whom called her "Mother" and remained in contact with her long after they returned to their own countries.They remembered how she invited them into her home, treated them to home-cooked meals and listened to their problems.She believed that her support and encouragement of them and their families was her way of doing missionary work across cultures.

She was a loving and proud mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who delighted in holiday meals and celebrations and presiding at the family table laden with delicious food and decorated with seasonal touches. One of the treasures of her life was her Burmese cat Brown Bear.

Survivors include her husband, Donald, of Columbia; daughter Nancy Bowers and Neal of Ames, Iowa; granddaughters Susan Brooker Fritz and Willie of Warrensburg and Margaret Brooker Wienberg and Greg of Shawnee, Kan.; daughter-in-law Joyce Cottle Brooker of Lenexa, Kan.; and five great-grandchildren, Wesley, Elaine and Brooke Fritz and Drew and Charlie Wienberg.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her 12 siblings; her son Larry Brown Brooker; and granddaughter Lori Ann Brooker.

Memorials may be given to the Larry Brown Brooker Memorial Ministerial Scholarship in care of First Christian Church at 101 N. Tenth St., Columbia, Mo.

Online condolences may be left at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Thursday, April 10, 2008

Marian Frances Lightner, 75, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at her residence.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, April 11, at First Christian Church. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Chula after a service at Lindley Funeral Home in Chillicothe.

Marian was born May 10, 1932, in Utica to Leslie Edward and Edna Christine Beal Taylor. She married Ferd Lightner on May 31, 1950, and he survives.

She graduated from Chillicothe High School. Ferd and Marian moved in 1958 to Fulton, where she worked as a bookkeeper at Central Dairy. They moved to Columbia in 1964, where she earned her licensed practical nurse degree. She was a medications nurse at Boone Hospital for many years and later work as a nurse in Dr. See’s office. She was part owner and manager of Jefferson West Apartments in Jefferson City. Marian was an active volunteer at the Columbia Senior Center, where she was editor of the Talker newsletter for eight years, and she worked hard at many fundraising activities. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Columbia.

She will be greatly missed by her friends and family.

Survivors include her husband of Columbia; two sons, Ferd Roy Lightner and Steven R. Lightner and wife Cheryl, all of Columbia; two grandchildren, Paul Edward Lightner and wife Lindsi and Amy K. Lightner; a great-grandchild, Kayli Jo Lightner; two brothers, Russell Taylor of Fort Smith, Ark., and Byron Taylor of Chillicothe; and a sister, Ada Allnutt of Parkville.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Dorothy Parsons; and a brother, Donald Taylor.

Memorials may be given to Columbia Senior Center or First Christian Church, Disciples of Christ.

Online condolences may be left at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Thursday, April 10, 2008

John T. "Skip" Stone Jr., 67, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 12, at Robinson Funeral Home in Ashland. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

John was born Jan. 22, 1941, in Jefferson City, the son of John T. Stone Sr. and Amy Lou Shanks Stone.

He married Glenda Morff on July 28, 1962, in St. Martins.

He worked as a truck driver for national carriers. He served in the U.S. Army.

Survivors include his wife, Glenda, of the home; two sons, John T. Stone III and his wife, Kelly, of New Franklin, Jeffrey Stone and his wife, Julie, of Vista, Calif.; a daughter, Jackie Mueller and her husband, Tim, of Columbia; seven grandsons, Tyler, Joshua, Tanner, Jacob, Brice, Gannon and Seth; six nieces and nephews.

His parents and a sister preceded him in death.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Diabetes and American Cancer associations.


Published Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Genevieve Dulle, 88, of Columbia passed away Sunday, April 13, 2008, at her home.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 17, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W. in Columbia.

Genevieve was born on Sept. 24, 1919, in Ste. Genevieve to Leo Huck and Cora Schwent, and they preceded her in death.

She was married to Lawrence Dulle on March 2, 1946, and he preceded her in death.

Genevieve was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Jean Lewis and husband Fred of Columbia.

She was also preceded in death by her sister, Clara Butler; and brothers John, Leonard and Nick Huck.

Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, 1900 N. Providence Road., Columbia, Mo., 65202; or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn., 38105.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Harold H. Thompson, 74, of Columbia passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at University Hospital.

Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 19, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Columbia. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until the service time at the church.

Harold was born on Jan. 17, 1934, in Ava to Russell and Celeste Opal Hamby Thompson, and they preceded him in death.

He was married to Gladys Gessling on May 25, 1963, in Forest Green, and she survives.

He was a 1952 graduate of Ava High School and served in the U.S. Army and the Marine Reserves. He worked for University Hospital as an electrician from 1958 until his retirement in 1996.

Harold was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and will be remembered as someone who loved to bird hunt and as an avid Missouri Tigers football fan.

He is also survived by his daughters, Rhonda Wise and her husband, Rick, and Lisa Thompson, all of Columbia; grandchildren Hannah and Collin Wise; brothers Leon Thompson and his wife, Marlene, of Manteca, Calif., and Donald Thompson and his wife, Jean, of Columbia; and many other beloved family members.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church Organ Fund, 2201 W. Rollins Road, Columbia, Mo., 65203 or a charity of donor’s choice. Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Friday, April 18, 2008

Michael Dale Tolson, 58, of Columbia passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at University Hospital.

Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 19, with services following at 2 p.m. at Summerville Funeral Home in Salisbury. Burial will be at Eastlawn Memory Gardens with military graveside services by the Missouri Military Honors Team.

Mike was born June 19, 1949, in Brunswick, to Thomas Tolson, Jr. and Willa Kitchen Tolson. He was educated at B.K. Bruce School and the Brunswick Public Schools, graduating from Brunswick High School in 1967.

Mike served in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1971 and was awarded the rank of sergeant in 1970. After receiving an honorable discharge, he continued his military service through the Army Reserve. He was deployed to Saudi Arabia in 1991 during Operation Desert Storm, where he served as a medic. Mike attended Truman State University and received a bachelor’s degree in psychology in 1974. He also attended Columbia College.

Mike was united in marriage to Betty Jean Elliott on Dec. 15, 1968. He and Betty were the proud parents of four daughters, and these girls remained the light of his life. Mike was employed at Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital in Columbia and retired on April 1 after 39 years of service. At his retirement, he was serving as the shop foreman in the Facilities Management Department. For many years, he also operated his own automotive repair business.

Mike was a member and a former Deacon of Progressive Missionary Baptist Church in Columbia. He was a former member of the Masons, the "Old Dud" Pheasant Hunting Club and a motorcycle club. He enjoyed flying and was a licensed pilot.

Mike leaves to cherish his memory wife Betty Tolson; daughters, Crystal Gregory and husband Ken of Columbia, Natalie Jones and husband Harold of Owasso, Okla., Michele Tolson of Kansas City, and Jessica Michael Tolson of Columbia. Mike also is survived by three sisters, Gail Alexander of Brunswick, Diana Buckner and husband Earl of Columbia, and Judy Turner and husband Robert of Warrensburg. He also is survived by sister-in-law Renee Tolson of Blue Springs; and five grandchildren, Tayler Gregory, Imani, Harold and Iyana Jones, and Dion Tolson.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Walter Thomas Tolson. He leaves behind a huge host of extended family and amazing number of friends. Everyone who knew Mike will hold his memory dear in their hearts. We all love you, Mike, and know you are resting safely in the arms of Jesus.

Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association or Camp Hickory Hills.


Published Monday, April 21, 2008

Flossie Roberts, 94, of Columbia passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2008, at Parkside Manor.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, at Memorial Funeral Home, with burial at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Flossie was born on April 8, 1914, in Rocheport to William and America Roberts McKissick. She was married on June 10, 1933, in Columbia to Velpo Roberts, and he preceded her in death.

Survivors include her son, Bobby Roberts and his wife, Marcella, of Columbia; granddaughters Shelly Anthony and husband Richard of Flower Mound, Texas, and Angie Roberts of Columbia; and two great-granddaughters, Katelyn and Leah.

She was also preceded in death by four brothers and six sisters.

Memorial contributions can be made to Alzheimer’s Association, Mid-Missouri Chapter, 1121 Business Loop 70 E., Columbia, Mo., 65201

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Tuesday, April 22, 2008

Gladys Fern Leslie, 89, died on Monday, April 21, 2008, at Delmar Gardens in Chesterfield.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 24, at Memorial Funeral Home. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

She was born on Oct. 1, 1918, in Pleasant Hope to the late Oscar R. and Cleta C. Mayfield Burdette.

Fern moved to Columbia as a young businesswoman. She married Charles V. Leslie on Dec. 25, 1941, in Pleasant Hope. They were local business owners until 1972. Fern’s special love for flowers led her to work at Mueller’s Florist and later Nowell’s Florist. She also worked for Stephens College in the Registrars’ Office, where she greatly enjoyed the staff and the enthusiastic college students.

She was a longtime active member of Calvary Baptist Church.

Fern is survived by her daughter, Janet Leslie Pyatt of Arnold; her son, Ronald L. Leslie of Rocheport; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and one brother, Ralph Burdette of Pleasant Hope.

She was preceded in death by her husband, one daughter, one grandchild and one brother.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Wednesday, April 23, 2008

Olga E. Lavrich Brown, 93, of Columbia died Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at Lenoir Woods.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 26, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Memorial Funeral Home.

Mrs. Brown was born in Elkhart, Ind., on March 13, 1915, to Anton and Rose Longar Lavrich. She married Alfred Richard Brown in March 1948. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church since 1948.

She was a graduate of Elkhart High School in Elkhart and a graduate of St. Joseph School of Nursing in Denver. She was employed by First National Bank of Elkhart and entered nurses training in 1943 under the Nurse Cadet Corp. She spent the last six months of training at the Veterans Hospital in Sheridan, Wyo., and was employed there until 1948. After moving to Columbia in 1948, she was employed by Boone County Hospital and doing private duty nursing. Mrs. Brown was a charter member of Meals on Wheels until May 10, 2000, after 28 years of volunteering.

Survivors include two sons, Larry Eugene Brown and Gary Lee Brown and his wife, Carol; three grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, two brothers and three sisters.

Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or Meals on Wheels.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, April 27, 2008

Leroy Howard, 78, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at his home.

Services, conducted by the Rev. David Ballinger, will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, at Second Baptist Church, 407 E. Broadway in Columbia. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at Nilson Funeral Home.

Leroy was born June 3, 1929, in Point Pleasant, the son of Manuel and Hattie Kelly Howard, and they preceded him in death.

He married Frances Warren in 1966, and she also preceded him in death.

He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He owned and operated Tiger Shoe Repair. He also was a Mason.

Survivors included one son, Marc Ballinger of Columbia; one stepdaughter, Linda Key of Columbia; one sister, Alma Howard of Columbia; a grandson, Marc Ballinger Jr.; and a granddaughter, Stephine Crews.

He also was preceded in death by two sisters, Maggie Allen and Dorothy Long.


Published Saturday, April 26, 2008

Arthur L. Hampton, 77, of Columbia passed away Friday, April 25, 2008, at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, April 28, at Memorial Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery with full military honors provided by VFW Post 280. Visitation will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

He was born on April 28, 1930, in Columbia, Ky., the son of the late Arthur and Mary Irene Hampton.

He was united in marriage to Helen Swearengen on Nov. 27, 1953.

Mr. Hampton served his country in the United States Army. He was a member of VFW Post 280 of Columbia, Optimist Club and American Legion. He retired from State Farm Insurance after many years of service. He will be remembered for his love of sports, fishing and his quick wit.

Survivors include his wife, Helen Hampton; daughters, Jeanene Stringham of Columbia and Janet Mueller-Alsup and husband Bruce of Lake Saint Louis; son, Greg Hampton and wife Amy of Bolivar; and grandchildren, Missy, Sarah and Jennifer Stringham, Keanna Mueller and Jacob Hampton.

He was preceded in death by an infant son, John Arthur Hampton.

Memorial contributions may be made to VFW Post 280.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Tuesday, April 29, 2008

Charles R. Matthews, 69, of Columbia died Friday, April 25, 2008, in Columbia.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 1, at Friendship Baptist Church, 1707 Smiley Lane, with the Rev. Carolus Taylor officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Warren Funeral Chapel.

Charles was born Jan. 30, 1939, in Columbia to Henry Key and Bertha Divers. He married Brenda Matthews.

He was formerly employed at University Healthcare in the radiology department. He graduated from Douglass High School and the Homer G. Phillips School of X-Ray Technology. He was a member of Friendship Baptist Church, where he was chairman of the deacon board, a Sunday school teacher and a member of the men’s choir.

Survivors include his wife, Brenda Matthews of Columbia; son, Charles "Russ" Matthews II of Columbia; daughter, DeAnna Marie Matthews of Columbia; four brothers, Irvin Matthews, Joseph Matthews and wife Carolyn, Don Matthews and Payton Matthews, all of Columbia; one sister, Charlotte M. Matthews of Denver; two aunts, Madge Brown of Columbia and Lillie Jackson of Hannibal; two uncles, Leonard Matthews and Robert Matthews, both of Denver; and three grandchildren, Taylor, Eryn and Anaya.

He was preceded in death by his parents; stepfather Thomas Matthews; and sisters Betty, Mattie, Juetta, Treva and Helen.


Published Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Dr. Charles Strayhall, 87, died Tuesday, April 29, 2008.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, May 2, at Broadway Christian Church. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Memorial Funeral Home.

Charles, the son of Joseph and Mary Poshek Strayhall, was born on Feb. 22, 1921, in Marceline.

On July 15, 1942, he married Wilda Lea Wall.

He graduated from the Southern College of Optometry in 1953 and opened a practice in Lebanon, Mo. In 1967, he moved to Columbia, where he practiced until his retirement in 1992.

He was a member of Broadway Christian Church for 35 years, serving as a deacon and elder. He was also an avid fisherman and quail hunter.

Charles is survived by his wife, Lea; two adopted children, Charles Jr. and Deborah; one sister, Frances Bowser of Middlebury, Ind.; and several nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be sent to Broadway Christian Church, 2601 W. Broadway, Columbia, Mo., 65203. Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Thursday, May 1, 2008

Raymond James Linzie, 87, departed this life on Tuesday, April 29, 2008.

Services officiated by the Rev. Raymond Hayes will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 3, at St. Luke United Methodist Church, 204 E. Ash St. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Simpson Chapel Cemetery.

Raymond was born May 16, 1920, in Callaway County. However, to those who knew him, it could be said that his life started May 31, 1939, with his marriage to Anna Katherine. Together, Raymond and Kate raised seven of their own children, survived the death of two, and enriched the lives of many more whom they cared for as their own.

He made his living as a chef, feeding the bodies of others; he made his life as a strong black man feeding the hearts of others. A simple man armed with little more than warm meals, powerful words, Christian values and generous love, Raymond Linzie carved out a place in this world and in the lives of others that cannot be easily filled.

Raymond is survived by three sons, James Roy, Raymond Floyd and Charles Delroy Linzie; and three daughters, Erma Pegg, Janice Nunnely and Denise Tucker. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

More so than anything else, Raymond Linzie is survived by his own legacy and all of the love that is and shall forever be felt for the man we knew as Raymond, Father, Bear, Big Daddy or Gramps.

Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, James Linzie and Sally Hickem; his loving wife, Anna Katherine Linzie; his brothers, Floyd Cheatom and Richard Linzie; and his children, Edward William, Anna Marie and Manual Lee Linzie.

Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Luke Methodist Men.


Published Friday, May 2, 2008

June Alice Stubbs, 90, of Columbia passed away Thursday, May 1, 2008, at University Hospital.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 4, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

She was born on April 14, 1918, in Lincoln, Neb., but was reared in Oklahoma and Texas to Harry Lee and Willie Lee Cochran Bruce.

She graduated in 1935 from Clinton High School in Clinton, Okla., and in 1938 with a bachelor’s degree from Southwestern Institute of Technology, now Southwestern State University in Weatherford, Okla. June taught school for 3½ years before going to work in the Signal Corps in Washington, D.C. She joined the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps, later the Women’s Army Corps, in 1942. She served four years in the Signal Corps Engineering Laboratories in New Jersey as an officer and was discharged in 1946.

June returned to teaching at Southwestern State University, then went to graduate school at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, graduating in 1948. She taught at Stephen’s College in Columbia, where she met her husband, Francis L. Stubbs. They married on June 5, 1949 in Columbia, and he preceded her in death.

She was a charter member of Broadway Christian Church, where she served on the first church board and as a deaconess and taught a class. She had an interest in family and genealogy, indicated by the following memberships: 30-year member of the UMC Fortnightly Club; former state officer and regent Columbian Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution; John Corbin Chapter of Daughter of the American Colonists; Dames of the Court of Honor; Daughters of Colonial Wars; Huguenot Society; The Virginia Genealogical Society; The Bruce Society of America’ Historic Buckingham Inc. of Virginia; Harris Hunters; Lile-Lyle Family Association; State Historical Society of Missouri; Genealogical Society of Central Missouri; Mid-MO Doll Club; and volunteer at Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital. She published three family histories: "Alexander Bruce of Southside Virginia and some of his Descendants," "Susan Alice Kennedy-Edwards-Cochran: Her Ancestors-Kin-Descendants" and "Harpers of Virginia and Missouri."

Survivors include three sons, Edward Bruce Stubbs of Columbia, Alan Bradley Stubbs and wife Mary of Ashland, and Robert Eric Stubbs and wife Christine of Longmont, Colo.; three grandsons, Justin Alan Stubbs and wife Erin, Joshua Hirsch Stubbs and wife Valerie, and Jesse Ryan Stubbs; two granddaughters, Lynze Erin Soderstrom and husband Levi and Mariah Emme; one great-granddaughter, Parker Heyden Stubbs; one sister, Joyce Griffin of Costa Mesa, Calif.; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was also preceded in death by two siblings, Dorthy Dibler Woolbert and H. Max Bruce.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital, 800 Hospital Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, May 4, 2008

Helen Marie Fenton Stockholm, 96, of Columbia passed away Monday, April 28, 2008, at Columbia Manor.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, May 5, at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Helen was born May 4, 1911, in Columbia to James S. and Chloena Armstrong Fenton.

She married Walter J. Stockholm on Aug. 22, 1929, and he preceded her in death.

Survivors included a niece, June Kingery; two nephews J. M. Fenton and Frank L. Fenton; and her special friend, Sandy.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a sister, Nellie Fenton; and three brothers, Roy Fenton, Frank Fenton and Raymond Fenton.

Online condolences may be left at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Monday, May 5, 2008

Thomas Judson Carey, 84, of Columbia died Saturday, May 3, 2008, at home from health complications associated with lung cancer.

A memorial service will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 7, at First Christian Church in Columbia with Dr. John Yonker officiating. The burial will follow at Memorial Cemetery in Columbia. A visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at First Christian Church.

Known by many as simply "T.J.," Tom was born on July 30, 1923, the only child of Thomas Olar and Goldie Atkins Carey of Higbee. Tom graduated from Higbee High School in 1941 and married Marjorie Maxine Lyon on June 27, 1942. While Tom was serving in the U.S. Army, the first of the couple’s six children, Michael, was born in Petersburg, Va. The young family returned to Missouri, settling in Columbia, where Ron, Julie, Dennis, Jim and Pam were born.

Family and faith played a central role in Tom and Marge’s life. Their strong Christian faith took Marge and Tom to First Christian Church in Columbia, where they were devoted members for more than 50 years. Tom served as deacon for more than 30 years. He also headed up a team of deacons assigned to serve communion once a month, a responsibility he took very seriously. To many, T.J. personified grace and generosity. T.J. was always willing to help anyone in need. Tom’s sense of humor was dry, well-known and never-ending. He had an easy smile and gentle nature.

For many years, as their children were growing up, Marge and T.J. took their family back to Higbee for Sunday dinners with the family. Later in life, the Sunday dinner tradition moved to Marge and Tom’s home. Multiple generations of the family still consider T.J.’s barbecued hamburgers the best ever.

Tom’s hobbies included gardening, camping, fishing and cars. Regular family vacations included camping at Bennett Spring State Park - a trip that many of Marge and T.J.’s kids would take with their own children.

Tom’s favorite car was the Lincoln Continental. He loved to work on his cars, and one longtime neighbor marveled at T.J.’s collection of car-maintenance tools. He worked at Columbia Auto Parts for 40 years, where his co-workers called him "Tomcat," a reference from the CB era. He also owned rental property in the original southwest part of town.

Most important to Tom, however, was his family, which has now grown to 15 grandchildren, Michael, Gregory, Robyn, Jennifer, Christen, Russell, Jessica, Bryan, Matthew, Kimberly, Sean, Patrick, Elizabeth, McKinzie and Abigail; and 13 great-grandchildren, Laura, Cindy, Ryan, Caitlin, Hannah, Jacob, Rocket, Collin, Jillian, Taylor, Sidney, Bryna and River.

Later in life, he would cherish the companionship of his dogs - first Lucky, then Lucy.

Tom is survived by his six children, Michael Carey of Santa Rosa, Texas, Ronald Carey of Sabillasville, Md., Julie Hickey of Columbia, Dennis Carey of Mexico, Mo., Jim Carey of Columbia and Pam Duesenberg of Chesterfield; two daughters-in-law, Chris Carey of Santa Rosa and Dian Carey of Mexico; and two sons-in-law, John Hickey of Columbia and David Duesenberg of Chesterfield. Tom is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and a legion of friends.

His wife of 64 years, Marjorie Maxine Carey, preceded him in death on Feb. 23, 2007. Tom is also preceded in death by his parents and grandchild Gregory Carey.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Christian Church in memory of Thomas Carey.


Published Thursday, May 8, 2008

Phyllis Biggs Piel, formerly Phyllis Kultgen, 82, formerly of Columbia, died Tuesday, April 22, 2008, in Bloomington, Ind.

Services were held on Friday, April 25.

Phyllis received a doctorate in sociology from the University of Missouri. She was director of the Center on Aging and Community at Indiana University until retirement.

She is survived by her husband, Bill; her children, David Kultgen, John Kultgen, Mary Callison, Rebecca Miltenberger and Michael Kultgen; and 14 grandchildren.


Published Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Helen McTurnan, 100, of Pittsburgh and Columbia, died on Monday, May 12, 2008.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 25, at Park Cemetery in Fairmount, Ind., and officiated by the Rev. Amy Covington.

Mrs. McTurnan was born on May 15, 1907, in Philadelphia, the daughter of Conde and Golda Hile.

She married James McTurnan on Feb. 28, 1942.

She received her bachelor’s degree from DePauw University and received her master’s at Northwestern University in speech and drama. She taught in several Indiana High Schools before she moved to Columbia with her husband and two children in 1949. She taught English at Hickman High School from 1952 to 1954. She and her family moved to Lincoln, Neb., and Little Rock, Ark. Upon returning to Columbia in 1956, she returned to Hickman and taught English and humanities until 1977.

She is survived by her two children, Margaret Fritz of Sewickley, Pa., and James McTurnan, of Oakville, Ontario, Canada; three grandchildren, Angela Fritz of Indianapolis, Polly Zielaskowski of Alpena, Mich., and James McTurnan of Denver; and three great-grandchildren.

Memorials are suggested to Villa St. Joseph, 1030 State St., Baden, Pa., 15005.


Gary Lee Price

Gary, age 66, passed away on May 14th, 2008.

He is survived by his wife, Iris; son, Erik Price (Karen); daughter, Stacey James (Mike); grandchildren, Lauren and Emma Price and Katie, Gregory, and Ellie James; mother Delidia Price; siblings, Leonard Price, Doug Price, Kay Earhart and their families, as well as many loving friends and family.

Friends are welcome to visit the family's home on Sunday from 6-8 p.m. Memorial services will be held on Monday at 3:00 p.m., Bethany Lutheran Church, 4500 E. Hampden Ave. in Cherry Hills Village.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Trout Unlimited or the American Heart Association.

Published in the Denver Newspaper Agency from 5/16/2008 - 5/17/2008


Published Sunday, May 18, 2008

E. Dale Walker, 75, of Columbia passed away on Friday, May 16, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 20, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Dale was born on March 17, 1933, in Hartsburg to Louie and Gladys Hinshaw Walker. He was previously married to Mary Jewell Reynolds. He was married on Feb. 21, 1998, in Columbia to Geraldine Scantlin, and she survives.

He was a graduate of Ashland High School and was a member of the U.S. Marines while serving in Korea from 1952 to 1955. Dale worked at McDonnell Douglas in St. Louis until his retirement in 1989, and was a member of the Elks Lodge, Eagles Lodge, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion.

Survivors also include his sons, Roger and Gary Walker, and daughter Kathy Sapp, all of Columbia; stepdaughters Christy Craig of Columbia and Cheryl Koonse of Boonville; sister Helen Wintermeyer of Jefferson City; grandchildren Melissa, Jessica, Doug, Jenny and Robin; stepgrandchildren Tyler, Rachel and Brandon; and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, Mary, and a daughter, Linda Baucom.

Memorial contributions can be made to Elks Lodge No. 594, 4747 E. Elk Park Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65201, or the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 1131, Fairfax, Va., 22038.


Published Thursday, May 22, 2008

Helen Patricia Adams, 91, of Columbia passed Wednesday, May 21, 2008.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 24, at Sacred Heart Church. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Memorial Funeral Home.

Helen was born on April 27, 1917, to Elisha Edmound Murray and Anna Mae Hooker in Dike County, Texas. She was the sixth of nine children. She grew up in southern Oklahoma.

In her early 20s, Helen moved to Tampico, Ill., to live with an aunt. This is where she met her future husband, Bernard. When World War II broke out, Helen went to California to work as a bookkeeper in an airplane plant. Bernard, then a sergeant, traveled to California to propose one more time, and she agreed. They were married July 5, 1944 at Camp Polk, La. Bernard and Helen only had a few months together before he left for overseas. Helen went to Illinois to wait for his return and for the birth of their first child. After the war, Bernard and Helen bought a farm outside of Tampico. Helen spent her time as a homemaker. She became an accomplished seamstress, sewing clothes for her three children and herself. She was a 4-H leader, a member of the Ladies Sodality, and a member of the Ladies Farm Bureau. In 1959, they moved to Mid-Missouri. She was a business woman for many years until her retirement. She and her husband were very active in their church, Sacred Heart, where they served as coordinators of the Nursing Home Ministry Program in Columbia. Her husband was an ordained deacon.

Survivors include son Randy Adams and daughter Dorothy Burks, both of Columbia; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and her brother, Nathan Murray of Duncan, Okla. Her husband Bernard, their son Stephen, three sisters and four brothers preceded Helen in death.

Memorial contributions may be made to the food bank or Sacred Heart Church. Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, May 25, 2008

Ruby Pauline Redmon, 88, of Columbia died Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at Lenoir Woods.

A memorial service will be at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 27, at Epple Chapel in the Lenoir Community Center, conducted by the Rev. Sally Robinson. Private graveside services will be held.

Mrs. Redmon was born Oct. 16, 1919, in Yarro to Alfred and Martha E. Collins Hulse. She was married to William Redmon on Sept. 17, 1939, in Queen City. He died July 4, 2002.

Mrs. Redmon was a graduate of La Plata High School. She moved to Columbia in 1943 from Kirksville. She was a charter member of Bess Miller Circle of Kings Daughters, was a member of First Christian Church, very active in the Christian Women’s Ministry and volunteered at Boone Hospital for 15 years.

She is survived by one daughter, Janet Thomas and her husband, Marion, of Cole Camp; one brother, Hubert Hulse of Denver; and four grandchildren, Ruth Ann, Donnie, Jeffrey and Leslie. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers and two sisters.

Memorials may be given to Disciples of Christ Adult Care. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Judith Ann Mueller, 69, of Jefferson City passed away Saturday, May 24, 2008, at St. Mary’s Health Center.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, May 30, at St. Peter Catholic Church, with Msgr. Donald W. Lammers officiating. Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Houser-Millard Funeral Home, where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Interment will follow at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery in Honey Creek.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to St. Peter Catholic Church.

She was born July 18, 1938, in Jefferson City, the daughter of John and Grace Natsch Gabler.

She was a 1956 graduate of Jefferson City High School and attended the University of Missouri in Columbia.

On Oct. 21, 1961, Judy was united in marriage in Jefferson City to William Mueller, who survives at their home.

Judy was a homemaker and was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church and the Ladies Sodality. She worked as a volunteer at Parkade Elementary School in Columbia for many years while her children attended school.

She is also survived by four sons, Alan Mueller and wife Peggy of Jefferson City, Bruce Mueller and wife Rita of Springfield, Mike Mueller and wife Ruth of Jefferson City, and Steve Mueller and wife Julie of Jefferson City; one brother, Jack Gabler and wife Mary of Edwardsville, Ill.; and eight grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Grace Gabler; and a granddaughter, Stephanie Michelle Mueller.

Arrangements are under the direction of Houser-Millard Funeral Directors, 2613 W. Main St., Jefferson City, 636-3838, www.millard familychapels.com.


Published Friday, May 30, 2008

James E. McDonnell, 90, of Columbia died Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at South Hampton Place.

Memorial Services will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, June 1, at Parker Funeral Service, 22 N. Tenth Street. A reception following the service will be at the family home, 1404 Srathmore in Columbia.

Mr. McDonnell was born Feb. 17, 1918, in Columbia to Roy McDonnell and Julia Street McDonnell. He was a fifth-generation Boone Countian, a descendant of early immigrants from County Cork, Ireland.

He met Frances Johnson, a Columbia native, in 1941. They married on June 12, 1942, in Seattle. She survives at the home.

Mr. McDonnell was a veteran of World War II, serving as a cryptographer in the U.S. Army Air Forces headquarters for the China-Burma-India Theater in Calcutta, India. He was part of the two-man team that attempted to find a useable cross-country route across India to shorten transportation times and was in Bombay when the ammunition transport exploded. As a member of the U.S. Air Force Reserves, he was recalled to service in 1950 during the Korean War and served at Tinker Field, Okla., and later in Washington, D.C., as part of a special decoding group barracked across from the White House. He was a 32nd degree Mason, a member of the Scottish Rite, and a third degree Blue Lodge member.

Mr. McDonnell was employed by MFA Insurance Cos., now Shelter Insurance, for 27 years, retiring in 1981. A lifelong enthusiastic fisherman, he fished from Canada to the Gulf Coast, and the Colorado Rockies to the Amazon, always returning to the lakes and streams of Boone County.

He was an avid reader, gardener, crossword puzzle fan, an observant traveler and a lifelong learner. He had toured all 50 states and visited six continents with his wife of 65 years, and mastered using a home computer in his 80s, enjoying e-mail correspondence and checking on his investments.

In addition to his wife, Frances, he is survived by a son, Barry L. McDonnell of Jefferson City; a daughter, Susan McDonnell Murphy of Spring, Texas; a sister, Jean McDonnell Bryson of Springfield, Ore.; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, Christopher "Randy" McDonnell and wife Joan and daughter Megan Goodman of Jefferson City, Clifton S. McDonnell, wife Darla and two sons, Grant and Chance, of Columbia, Bethany Clark of Kealakekua, Hawaii, and daughters Brittany and Kearston, James A. Murphy and wife Mary of Mount Horeb, Wis., Thomas E. Murphy, a physics student at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas, and Rebecca A. Murphy, an engineering student at Texas A&M in College Station, Texas; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Robert N. McDonnell. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the charity or church of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Thursday, June 5, 2008

Jeanne Frances Kovarik Saathoff, 77, died Saturday, May 31, 2008, in Austin, Texas, with her husband and children at her side.

There will be a rosary at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 5, at Kinkade’s Funeral Chapel in Sturgis, S.D. The Funeral Mass will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the old St. Martin’s Chapel in Sturgis with burial at Black Hills National Cemetery. A memorial Mass is planned for 11 a.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Columbia.

A Ph.D. who conducted research and taught within the University of Missouri Health Sciences System during the 1970s and 1980s, she died from complications of hepatic cancer that arose from hepatitis B, which she contracted while teaching in the hospital clinical setting.

She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Joseph F. Saathoff, in addition to their six children: Daniel Saathoff, Mary Blackwell and Joanne Saathoff Lupo, all of Austin, and Patrick Saathoff, Ph.D., of Guelph, Ontario, Canada, Gregory Saathoff, M.D., of Charlottesville, Va., and Stephen Saathoff of Columbia. Also surviving are her six brothers and sisters: Patricia Blote, Richard Kovarik, M.D., Wenzel Kovarik, M.D., and Joseph Kovarik, M.D., all of South Dakota, and Sister Carol Kovarik and Karen Patterson, both of Wyoming. She also is survived by 17 grandchildren, who reside in Missouri, Massachusetts, New York and Texas; and 19 nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her twin sister, Joanne, and a daughter, Anne Therese, who both died in infancy.

The family requests that any donations be made in her name to Priests for Life, P.O. Box 141172, Staten Island, N.Y., 10314; or another pro-life organization.


Published Sunday, June 1, 2008

W.E. "Ed" Glover, 90, of Columbia passed away Saturday, May 31, 2008, at Lenoir Healthcare in Columbia.

Services conducted by the Rev. Bob Webb will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, at Nilson Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery in Columbia.

Mr. Glover was born Jan. 22, 1918, in St. Joseph to Clarence and Francis Lewis Glover. He married Jane Crim on Dec. 20, 1944, in New Orleans. He was a merchant marine and owned Vets Body and Frame Shop. He was a member of Memorial Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Jane Glover, of Columbia; son Eddie Glover and wife Jeannette of Columbia; daughter Sandy and husband Mark Lindersmith of Sioux Falls, S.D.; brothers Donnie Glover of Fairfield Calif., and Warren Glover of the state of California; grandchildren Mark, Todd and Matthew Glover, and Kyle and Kory Lindersmith; and eight great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Calvin Glover and Clarence Glover; and his sisters, Dorothy Glover Daly and Virginia Glover Duenkel.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association, Mid-Mo Chapter, 1121 Business Loop 70 E., Columbia, Mo., 65201.


Published Tuesday, June 3, 2008

Philip Joe Hamilton, 69, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2008, surrounded by his family.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, June 5, at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W. Services will be 12:30 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial and graveside services will be at Walnut Grove Cemetery in Paris, Mo..

Phil had worked as a Bobcat operator since the ’70s and was the first owner of the small piece of construction equipment in Columbia. He owned Hamilton Trenching for almost 40 years. He was a magician on the machine and drew crowds to watch as he worked. He was known as "Bobcat Man," "Whiskers" or "Wildman" by friends and those on construction sites.

Phil was known by many and did many kind deeds for family and friends. He did everything from giving cars to those without to acting as "Grampy Phil" to children.

He married Mary Sue Levings on May 30, 1968, in Columbia. They had just celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary before his death.

He was a member of the National Rifle Association, Camp Hickory Hill board, Pinnacles Park board, 4-H leader for archery, archery commissioner for the Show-Me State Games, and participant/winner in many Bobcat rodeos.

Phil was creative and adventurous from his early childhood. His family tells stories of Phil and friends in his younger days riding on a car hood down a flooded river. He never met a stranger and became upset when people called him "Mr. Hamilton." His mechanical ability was unsurpassed only by MacGyver; anything could be fixed with string, duct tape and wire.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Sue of the home; daughters Jane McMullins of Stockton, Betty Hamilton of Columbia, Sandy Muller of Austin, Texas, and Beckie Hamilton of Columbia; and one son, Phillip H. Hamilton of O’Fallon. He is also survived by five grandchildren and one half grandchild; six great-grandchildren and one half great-grandchild; one brother; and three sisters.

Memorial contributions can be made in Phil’s memory to Camp Hickory Hill Central Missouri Diabetic Children’s Camp, P.O. Box 1942, Columbia, Mo., 65202.


Published Thursday, June 5, 2008

Ruth Elizabeth Bagby, 79, of Columbia passed away Sunday, June 1, 2008, at Parkside Manor.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Firday, June 6, at Second Baptist Church with burial at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Warren Funeral Chapel.

She was born June 21, 1928, in McBaine, the daughter of Jessie Thompson and Johnelle Gerdine.

Ruth was a member of Second Baptist Church Usher Board, Sunbeams and the Jolly Social Club Columbia Reunion Committee.

Survivors include son James R. Bagby Jr. of Kansas City; daughter Connie Bagby Canady of Columbia; two grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by both parents; her husband, James Bagby Sr.; and one son.


Published Thursday, June 5, 2008

Travis Wilson Acton, 35, of Knoxville, Tenn., passed away Monday, June 2, 2008.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W., Columbia, Mo., 65202. Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. Tuesday until service time at the funeral home.

He was born on Nov. 25, 1972, in Columbia, the son of Elizabeth Overton Sappington and Joseph Wilson Acton.

Travis was a computer consultant for the University of Tennessee.

He enjoyed reading and will be remembered for his savvy computer skills and quick wit. Travis, the beloved son of Elizabeth and beloved brother of Randal, will be greatly missed.

Survivors include his parents; brother Randal Acton; son Caleb Warner; maternal grandfather Hardy Overton; stepfather Forrest L. Sappington; stepsisters Nila Holmes, Dorcas Sappington, Kimberly Crites and Stephanie Hudnell; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Travis was preceded in death by his stepsister, Zoelyn Sappington.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Missouri Humane Society.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Saturday, June 7, 2008

Ruth Marie Colter, 97, of Ashland passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 7, at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in Hartsburg. Burial will follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday at Robinson Funeral Home.

Ruth was born July 25, 1910, in Hartsburg, the daughter of Squire and Julia Huntinger Case.

She was married to Jasper Colter on Oct. 26, 1929, in Jefferson City, and he preceded her in death.

Ruth was a member of Mount Pleasant Baptist Church. She worked in restaurants as a cook.

Survivors include her son, Clifford Colter of Camdenton; one daughter, Stella Baker of Columbia; seven grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Donna; two brothers; and seven sisters.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Mount Pleasant Cemetery.


Published Friday, June 13, 2008

Lonita Osborne Dunkin, age 93, of Columbia passed away early Thursday, June 12, 2008, at University Hospital.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, June 16, at First Presbyterian Church with a reception immediately afterward. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Parker Funeral Home.

She was born Nov. 5, 1914, in Brunswick and grew up in Poplar Bluff and DeSoto. After attending Southeast Missouri State Teachers College in Cape Girardeau, she earned her bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Missouri-Columbia. She later earned a master’s degree from the university.

While an undergraduate student, she met her future husband, Delbert E. Dunkin of Brownwood, Texas. They were married in 1938 and had been married 47 years when he died in 1986.

She began her teaching career at Perry High School and went on to teach at various Columbia elementary schools for nearly 30 years.

She also was active as an elder and 61-year member of First Presybterian Church as well as with a number of local fraternal organizations. These include P.E.O., GK Chapter; American Business Women’s Association, Show Me State Chapter (a past president and voted Woman of the Year in 1970); Order of Eastern Star, Boone Chapter (past presiding officer); White Shrine of Jerusalem, Temple Shrine No. 7 (past presiding officer); Rebekah No. 383 (past presiding officer); King’s Daughters, Kate Thompson Chapter (past president); Older American Klub (past chairwoman); LAPM No. 41 (past presiding officer); LEA No. 74 (past presiding officer); Social Order of the Beauceant, Moberly Assembly No. 21 (past president); King’s Daughters Circle (past president); Welcome Club (past president); and Retired Teachers Association, Boone County Chapter (past president). She also served as Past Matron of Order of Eastern Star, Past High Priestess Temple Shrine No. 7, Past Royal Matron of Golden Rule Chapter of Amaranth, Past Noble Grand of Rebekah Lodge, past president of Ladies’ Auxiliary Militant and past president of Ladies Emcampment Patriarchs.

Survivors include her daughter, Angela Nance of Columbia; and two sons, Alan Dunkin of Astoria, Ore., and Carter Dunkin and his wife, Cathy, of St. Louis; and four grandchildren, Carrie Nance, Andrew Nance and wife Lori, Bradley Dunkin and Jessica Dunkin.

Her parents and older sisters, Constance Fullerton and Lenore Paullus, preceded her in death.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 16 Hitt St., Columbia, Mo., 65201; the University of Missouri College of Education, c/o Development Office, 114 Hill Hall, Columbia, Mo., 65211; or to an organization of the donor’s preference. Condolences for the family may be left at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Friday, July 18, 2008

J. Milford "Nick" Nichols, 90, a long-time Columbia resident, died Saturday, June 12, 2008, at home in Apache Junction, Ariz.

Memorial services were private.

Nick was born Nov. 6, 1917, the only son of Naoma Cash (Pritchett) and Ernest Floyd Nichols, in Pike County.

Nick was a farmer, a veteran of World War II, a professor of forestry at the University of Missouri, a Christmas tree grower, a political activist and an all-around stand-up guy. He was an engaging storyteller who could make you smile.

Nick is survived by his wife of 67 years, Alice, and their son, Randal.

Special thanks are extended to his caregivers, Marge and Tom Topping, and to the kind assistance from Apache Junction Mortuary.


Published Friday, June 20, 2008

Hilma Louella Phillips, 89, of Columbia passed away Thursday, June 19, 2008.

Funeral services will be held at noon Saturday, June 21, 2008, at Memorial Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until service time Saturday.

She was born May 28, 1919, in Ashland, the daughter of the late Elbert Penn and Maribel Foster Purcell. She was united in marriage to the late Elmo Phillips.

Mrs. Phillips was a homemaker and worked for State Farm Insurance Cos. from 1964 until her retirement in 1986. She will be remembered for her love of sewing, reading and her family.

Survivors include her children, Lovella Mauer and husband Bob, and Mary Scaggs and husband Lee, all of St. Louis, and Michael Phillips and wife Jean of Columbia; a sister, Marlene Bowes of Columbia; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Carol Jean Harris; and brothers Ray, Roger B. and Donald W. Purcell.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Wednesday, June 25, 2008

Gayle E. Adams, 80, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, June 27, at Memorial Funeral Home conducted by Dr. Kenneth Frerking. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Private entombment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Gayle was born on Nov. 24, 1927, in Cherry Valley, Ill., to Ernest and Hattie Volsch Adams, and they preceded him in death. He was married on Sept. 15, 1951, in Madison, Wis., to Lila Johnson.

He attended the University of Wisconsin, where he received three degrees, including his doctorate in 1952. He was a member of the advanced ROTC at the University of Wisconsin from 1946 until 1952.

After college, he worked at General Electric from 1952 to 1963 and as an electrical engineering professor at Arizona State University from 1963 to 1966. At the University of Missouri, he was an electrical engineering professor from 1966 until his retirement in 1990, when he attained professor emeritus. During his career, he authored many papers and several books in the field of power and digital systems.

He was the chairman of the advisory committee, served on the board of directors, was a line dance leader and organized more than 400 educational seminars for the Senior Center.

He and his wife are members of Evangelical Free Church in Columbia.

Gayle is survived by his wife, Lila; son Jeffrey of Columbia and daughter Nancy Haseman of Rio Rancho, N.M. He has a grandson, whose family includes Jermaine, Yasmine, Kyrie and Kalie; and a granddaughter, Stephanie, all of Columbia.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Senior Center, 1121 Business Loop 70 E., Columbia, Mo., 65201; or Evangelical Free Church, 600 Silvey Lane, Columbia, Mo., 65203.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Monday, June 30, 2008

Virgil D. Luedders, 75, died Saturday, June 28, 2008, of cancer at his home near Columbia.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 2, at St. Andrews Lutheran Church in Columbia.

Born near Marysville, Kan., he served in the Navy during the Korean War, earned a bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University and master’s and doctorate degrees from Michigan State University. He worked for the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Columbia as a geneticist in agronomy.

He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Patricia; son and daughter-in-law Matthew and Jane; son and daughter-in-law Joel and Tracey; daughter and son-in-law Sarah and Michael Anderson; and grandchildren Daniel, Michael and Jacob; brothers Arnold, Elmer and Wilmer; and sisters Lillie Harries and Esther Tiedje.

He was preceded in death by his sister Selma Osborn; and parents, Henry and Clara.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: The Nature Conservancy, attn: Treasury, 4245 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 100, Arlington, Va., 22203, or St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 914 S. West Boulevard, Columbia, Mo., 65201.


Published Thursday, July 10, 2008

Harold Perkins, Jr., 40, of Columbia passed away July 9, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services, conducted by the Rev. Dennis Stuart, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at Praise Assembly of God Church, 4300 Clark Lane. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Harold was born Nov. 1, 1967, in Boone County to Harold and Patricia Jackson Perkins. He married Mary K. Perkins and she survives.

He was a member of Praise Assembly of God Church. He was a devoted son, father and friend. Harold had many friends and never met a stranger. He worked for H&H Midwest Ltd.

Survivors include his parents, Harold Wayne Perkins Sr. and Patricia Simmons; two sons, Jordan and Joseph; a daughter, Jessica Perkins; paternal grandmother, Bertha Perkins; brother, Ronald Matthew Perkins; stepbrother, Gary Graham; sister, Felicity Perkins; and stepsister, Lacy King. He was preceded in death by grandparents Harold Perkins, William A. Jackson and Geraldine Jackson.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Surviving Children Fund, c/o Praise Assembly of God Church, P.O. Box 911, Columbia, Mo., 65205

Arrangements made by Nilson Funeral Home.


Published Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Ralph Edward Glauert, 81, of Columbia, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2008, at home after a long illness.

Services will be at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, July 17 at Robinson Funeral Home in Ashland. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

Ralph was born on Dec. 17, 1926, to Edward and Ellanore Mueller Glauert of St. Louis. He grew up in North St. Louis County and attended school in Normandy School District, graduating from Normandy High School in 1944. He earned the rank of Eagle Scout and worked several summers at Camp Irondale before joining the Navy in August 1944. After his discharge from the Navy in August 1946, he attended Central College in Fayette. He graduated in 1949, with a bachelor’s degree in history. He earned a master’s degree in history from Washington University in St. Louis in 1950.

After teaching high school in Gower, he was supervising elementary principal at Higginsville before joining the faculty of University City junior and senior high schools, where he taught until 1966. During summers, Ralph worked as a ranger historian for the National Park Service at the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial before construction of the Arch. His work stimulated a lifelong interest in the national park system, and he and his family visited over 200 national parks and monuments.

Ralph began work on his doctorate in history at the University of Missouri and completed it in 1973. He joined the faculty in the College of Education at MU in 1966, and taught there until his retirement in 1985.

In 1951, Ralph married Jean Perry of St. Louis, who survives. Ralph has two surviving children, Howard Glauert of Lexington, Ky. and Barbara (Anthony) D’Souza of Rockford, Ill. He was preceded in death by his son, Edward, who died in 2004. Other survivors include a sister, Ruth Herron of Belleville, Ill.; his daughter-in-law, Jody Glauert of Ashland; his grandchildren, Arlene (Aaron) Maurice of Lombard, Ill., Clayton Boone Glauert of Columbia, and Anthony Edward D’Souza of Rockford, Ill.; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ralph liked to travel and had a great love of the outdoors. He loved to camp, hike, climb and canoe and traveled through out the United States with Jean and their family to pursue these activities. He and Jean traveled to all 50 states.

At the age of 44, Ralph and Jean began skiing and went on annual trips for 30 years.

Memorials are suggested to Community Hospices of America, Columbia or to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, N.Y.


Published July 15, 2008
The Rev. Leonard J. Brummett

EVANSVILLE -- The Rev. Leonard J. Brummett, 81, Evansville, formerly of Henderson, died at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 14, 2008, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Evansville.

Len was born in Childress County, Texas, on Aug. 13, 1926. He was ordained to the ministry of the Christian Church Disciples of Christ in July of 1952. His calling in that capacity involved service as a missionary in the Philippines and pastorates in Little Rock, Ark., Columbia, Mo., and Mount Carmel, Ill. Following his retirement, he served as interim pastor for five churches in Kentucky and Indiana.

Len's ministry has been shared by his wife of 58 years, Ruth Mitchum Brummett, who survives him. He is also survived by one daughter, Kimberly Aliseri of California; three sons, Barry Scott Brummett of Austin, Texas, Gregory Alan Brummett and his wife, Janey, of Edwardsville, Ill., and Kevin Paul Brummett and his wife, Meredith, of Grand Rapids, Mich.; nine grandchildren, Elizabeth Duncan and her husband, Joseph Windler, Katharine Brummett, Abram Brummett and his wife, Penny, Hannah Brummett, Eli Brummett, Ashley Brummett, Nick Crago, Delaney Brummett and Brady Brummett; two sisters, Lou Boyne and Nancy Crossman, both of Patterson, La.; nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Beauna Vista and Vada Williams Brummett; and one sister, Nell Parnell.

Len will be cremated. Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at First Christian Church. Drs. Lon Oliver, Linda Parker and David Leslie will officiate.

Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Rudy-Rowland Funeral Home.

Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to First Christian Church or American Cancer Society.

From The Gleaner of Henderson, Kentucky - http://www.courierpress.com/news/gleaner/


Published Thursday, July 17, 2008

Charles M. Carter, 67, of Columbia passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, July 18, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Glendale Memorial Gardens in Centralia. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Charles was born on May 21, 1941, in Bucklin, to Perrin and Etta Willoughby Carter, and they preceded him in death.

On April 24, 1971, he was married to Clara Barnes in Columbia, and she survives.

Charles worked for the University of Missouri for 26 years, and he enjoyed drawing, woodworking and fishing.

He also is survived by his sons, Charles R. Carter and wife Judy of Mississippi and Bruce Carter and wife Becky of Clark; daughter Janice Carter of Lebanon; grandchildren, Elizabeth, David, Crystal, Kendra and Kellie; sister Bernedene Sleeth of New Boston; and brothers Jack Carter of Kissee Mills and Vern Burkholder of Purdin.

He was also preceded in death by one brother, Bob Carter, and his stepfather, Moses Burkholder.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Friday, July 18, 2008

Steven Fleisher Dexter, 65, of Maryville, Tenn., passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2008, at home.

A celebration of life service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 21, at Calvary Episcopal Church in Columbia with the Rev. Amy Chambers Cortright officiating.

A reception will follow the services at the home of his daughter, Laren Dexter.

He was a man who lived with optimism, determined to enjoy every day of his life. Steve showed courage and strength in the face of adversity.

He was the son of R.G. and Pauline Dexter, born in Battle Creek, Mich.

Steve was educated in Deerfield, Ill., and a graduate of University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.

He came to Columbia in 1965, establishing Dexter Management and Realty Co. He was active in the Daniel Boone Little League and Babe Ruth Baseball.

Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Ann Dexter; son Steven Luther and wife Cami Dexter of Atlanta; daughters Laren Dexter of Columbia and Shannon Twillmann and husband, Scott, of Charlotte, N.C.; grandchildren, Maddie Twillmann, Jon, Ian and Daniel Dexter; and sister Susan Lyon and husband Jim of St. Louis.

Memorial donations may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network at www.pancan.org.


Published Friday, July 18, 2008

Marshall Crews, 77 of Columbia passed away Thursday, July 17, 2008, at University Hospital.

Services will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, July 19, at Parker Funeral Service.

Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Marshall was born Jan. 28, 1931, to Marshall and Coreen Marrow Crews.

For more than 30 years, Marshall was married to Marie Rustemeyer, and she survives.

Other survivors include daughters Monica Crews and Marsha Harrison and husband Scott, all of Columbia; a son, Marshall Crews of Columbia; a brother, Donald Crews; and two sisters, Kathryn Douglas and Betty Noland.

Condolences for the family may be left at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Saturday, July 19, 2008

Reta Ariminta Nichols Acton, 79, of Columbia passed away Thursday, July 17, 2008, at The Bluffs, losing her battle with cancer.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, July 21, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home.

Reta was born in Ashland to Dorsey Nichols and Myrtle Mae Richardson Nichols on Aug. 17, 1928. She married George Acton on June 12, 1946, in Columbia.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandma and great-grandma. She loved being with family, especially grandkids and great-grandkids. She loved playing pool at The Senior Center, fishing at Bennett Springs, going to bluegrass festivals and especially quilting. She made quilts for her sons and her grandchildren.

Reta is survived by her husband of more than 62 years, George Acton of Columbia; sons Ronald Acton and wife Merete of Columbia, James Acton and wife Judy of Hallsville, and Darrell Acton and wife Pat of New Bloomfield; grandkids James Acton Jr. of Warrenton, Andy Acton and Kevin Acton of Columbia, Ronnie Acton of Blue Springs, Christy Oney of Springfield, Jason Acton of Hallsville, Jennifer Venable of Ozark, Eric Acton of Harrisburg and Ronald Berry Acton Jr. of Columbia; four stepgrandchildren, Michael, Tommy, Casey and Lee of Columbia; seven great-grandchildren; brothers Stanley Nichols of Hartsburg, Harold Nichols of O’Fallon, Laymond Nichols of the Veterans Home in Mexico, Mo.; and sisters Sue Kite of Columbia and Vera Rice of Hallsville.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters Melva and Shirley; brothers Gerald and Chester; and an infant sister. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, 1900 N. Providence Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Saturday, July 19, 2008

Louise Hane Adams, 94 of Columbia passed away Friday, July 18, 2008, at The Bluffs.

Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday, July 21, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 904 Old 63 South in Columbia. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. on Sunday at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia.

She was born April 23, 1914, in Galesburg, Ill., to Worthington and Trecia May Brown Hane, both of whom preceded her in death. She married James R. Adams on May 11, 1935, in Mexico, Mo., and he preceded her in death.

Louise was a published writer and poet who enjoyed working on her family history and translating German family records to English. She also worked for years as a fundraiser in her church, and she was a longtime Eastern Star member. She was named the polio mother of the year in 1958.

Survivors include two sons, James K. Adams and wife Pam of Mexico and Jack J. Adams and wife Adriana of Lake Saint Louis; one daughter, Rosemary Wilhelm of Jefferson City; eight grandchildren, Russell G. Murray of Columbia, Aileen Edmonds and husband Kenneth of Avon, Ind., Jeff Adams of Columbia, Carolina Doney and husband Joseph of Grand Rapids, Mich., Jack J. Adams Jr. of St. Charles, Whitney M. Adams of Mexico, Madison Kelsey Adams of Lake Saint Louis and Erik J. Adams of Mexico.

She was also preceded in death by two daughters, Patricia Ann Adams and Betty Louise Danley.

Memorial contributions can be made to the National Republican Party, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W., Columbia, Mo., 65202. Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, July 20, 2008

William T. Hassler, 81, of Columbia passed away Saturday, July 19, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 23, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Columbia. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia.

William was born on March 24, 1927, in Jefferson City to Maynard and Pauline Klimas Hassler, and they preceded him in death. He was married on July 30, 1951, in Jefferson City to Mary Lou Wolf, and she survives.

William was a 1944 graduate of St. Peter’s High School in Jefferson City and served in the Army Air Forces during World War II. He had been a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church since 1961 and worked in the automobile business in Columbia for nearly 50 years until his retirement.

He will be remembered as someone who promoted child safety and as the originator of the "Kids In The Car" campaign.

He is also survived by his son, Wm. Michael Hassler and his wife, Cindy, of Houston; daughter Lyn Karl and her husband, John, of Bloomington, Ill.; and grandchildren Amanda Hassler, Katie Karl and Jordan Karl.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Brown and the caring staff at Missouri Heart Center.

Memorial contributions can be made to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 903 Bernadette Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65203; or the Catholic High School Building Fund, 903 Bernadette Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65203.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Monday, July 21, 2008

Jacqueline "Jackie" F. Rice, 77, of Columbia died in her home Saturday evening, July 19, 2008, with her family at her side.

There will be a visitation for Jackie from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, at Fairview United Methodist Church. Her funeral service will be held at the church at 11 a.m. Wednesday.

Jackie was born in Mount Carmel, Pa., on May 28, 1931, to John and Lillian Hargis.

The family moved to Gillespie, Ill., in 1933. Jackie graduated from Gillespie Community High School on May 28, 1948.

She attended Blackburn College in Carlinville, Ill.

Jackie married Roy Rice on March 25, 1949. The couple lived in Gillespie until 1961, when they and their children moved to Kent, Ohio. In 1964, the family moved to Naperville, Ill., where Jackie received her bachelor of arts degree in education from North Central College and began teaching full time. The family moved to Columbia in 1969, where Jackie taught at Russell Boulevard Elementary School for 22 years. She was named Outstanding Elementary Educator of the Year in 1985.

Jackie was a member of Fairview United Methodist Church in Columbia for 39 years and a devoted friend to many.

She is survived by her husband, Roy; her son, John Rice and wife Kathleen of Jackson; her son, Mark Rice and wife Karen of Jefferson City; her daughter,r Kathy Turner of Columbia; and six grandchildren.

Contributions in her memory can be made to Fairview United Methodist Church, 3200 Chapel Hill Road, Columbia, Mo., 65203.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, July 27, 2008

Robert "Bob" Whitlock, 62, MSSW, MHA, LCSW, director of the Missouri Kidney Program, passed away Sunday, July 20, 2008, at Boone County Hospital after a brief battle with cancer.

A memorial service will be held 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, at the University of Missouri Reynolds Alumni Center, Great Room.

Bob was born in Monett. He spent his adult life in Columbia following active and reserve duty with the U.S. Air Force during the 1970s.

He served as director of MoKP (an affiliate of MU) for the past 14 years and was awarded the Chair Award for Exceptional Service from the National Kidney Foundation, and also the National Council for Nephrology Social Workers’ Merit Award.

Mr. Whitlock also served on the Governor’s Advisory Council of Aging, the Aging Federation, The Heart Disease and Stroke Advisory Board, the Missouri Diabetes Advisory Board and was current chair of the Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force. He coached several youth and adult soccer teams in Columbia and also served as an adjunct faculty member for William Woods University. He was a beloved teacher for students at the UMC Department of Health Management and Informatics. He was a mentor to other social workers and kidney health professionals throughout the state.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Margo, and was the father of Jessica and Joshua Whitlock. He leaves behind two grandchildren, Victoria and Xavier Whitlock of Columbia.

He was preceded in death by his father, Guy, and his mother, Lola Davis Whitlock.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Missouri Kidney Program, AP Green Building, Columbia, Mo., 65201. Online condolences may be left for Bob’s family at www.heartlandcremation.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 442-7850.


Published Thursday, July 24, 2008

Augustus "Wink" Tharpe, 88, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2008, at University Hospital.

Memorial services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, at First Presbyterian Church, 16 Hitt St. in Columbia. Visitation for family and friends will follow the service at the church.

Mr. Tharpe was born on Oct. 24, 1919, in Bradfordville, Ky., to Samuel and Hazel Mell Tharpe, and they preceded him in death. He was married to Mary DeWitt on April 2, 1945, in Roanoke, and she preceded him in death.

Mr. Tharpe was a 1937 graduate of Roanoke High School and a 1950 graduate of the University of Missouri with a degree in engineering. He served in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II and later worked for the University of Missouri from 1960 until his retirement in 1987. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Columbia.

He is survived by his son, Mike Tharpe and his wife, Nancy, of Columbia; daughter Sarah Loring and her husband, Martin, of Leawood, Kan.; sister Hazel Willett of Linn; grandchildren Sam, Joe and Mary Kate Loring and Virginia Tharpe; and nephews Sam, John and Bill Willett and their families.

He was also preceded in death by one brother, Buddy Tharpe.

Memorial contributions can be made to PET Project, 1908 Heriford Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeand cemetery.com.


Published Friday, July 25, 2008

Lanny R. Hamilton, DDS, 65, of Columbia passed away Thursday, July 24, 2008, at his home.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 29, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia with a private family burial to follow. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Dr. Hamilton was born on Oct. 19, 1942, in Norborn, the son of the late Charles Cecil Hamilton and Lillian Meeks Hamilton.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening.

He recently retired from the dental practice after 40 years.

In addition to his father, Dr. Hamilton was preceded in death by his first wife, Jody. He is survived by his wife, Shelley, of the home; his mother, Lillian, of Mexico, Mo.; two children, Sarah Siemens and husband Kenneth of St. Joseph, and Drew Hamilton and wife Shari of Columbia; two stepsons, Gordon and Kevin Wooldridge of Columbia; one brother, Lyle Hamilton, and wife Janet of the state of California; and three grandchildren, Mollie and Eric Siemens of St. Joseph and Kate Hamilton of Columbia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Kings Daughters’ Dental Aide Program in care of Kristy James, 2700 Limerick Lane, Columbia, Mo, 65203.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Betty Stryker Smith Davis, 96, of Ashland passed away Sunday, July 27, 2008, at Ashland Healthcare.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. Entombment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. until time of service on Thursday at the funeral home.

Betty was born Jan. 6, 1912, in Butler County, Neb., the daughter of Ralph and Mae Stryker. She was married to James Evans Smith and had two daughters, JoAnn Polly of Columbia and Barbara McCown of Knob Knoster. The family moved to Columbia in 1941. After 25 years, Betty retired from General Telephone Co. in 1974.

In 1961, she married Garrison Davis, who preceded her in death in 1983.

In November 2005, she moved from the Tiger Columns in Columbia to Jones Wildwood Care Center in Madison and recently became a resident of Ashland Healthcare.

She is survived by her two daughters; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren; and one sister of Saratoga, Wyo.

She was also preceded in death by three sisters; one brother; and one step-son.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Joe Stevens, 72, of Columbia passed away Sunday, July 27, 2008, at his home.

Joe was born Feb. 12, 1936, in Crawfordsville, Ind., to Elmer R. and Mae Jones Stevens.

Joe was cremated at his request. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Aug. 10, 2008, at Colfax Christian Church in Colfax, Ind.

He married Bonnie Pahl on Aug. 1, 1990, and she survives.

Survivors include three sons, Ricky Joe Stevens of Frankfort, Ind., Bradley J. Stevens of Clarks Hills, Ind. and James Martin Stevens of Colfax; a daughter, Jody Kay Stevens of Frankfort; a stepson, Bill Murphy Jr. of Smithville; two brothers, Richard C. Stevens of Charitan, Ind., and Maurice L. Stevens of Colfax; 15 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers.

Memorials may be given to the Building Fund of the Colfax Christian Church, 314 S. Clark St., Colfax, Ind., 46035.Condolences for the family may be sent to www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Mary Frances Harrison, 88, of Alton, Ill., where she was a resident of Rosewood Care Center of Alton and formerly of Columbia, passed away Sunday, July 27, 2008, at Alton Memorial Hospital.

Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Gent Funeral Home, 2409 State St., Alton, Ill., 62002. A memorial gathering will also be held from noon to 2 p.m. Aug. 9 at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia.

She was born on Oct. 28, 1919, in Mexico, Mo., the daughter of the late Jesse and Martha Barnett.

She was united in marriage to the late Crockett I. Harrison.

Mrs. Harrison was a volunteer pink lady at Boone Hospital Center. She, alongside her husband, enjoyed several years of Mizzou football games, holding season tickets for more than 40 years.

Mrs. Harrison and her husband were a part of the Saturday Nighters’ in Columbia, and she loved golf, swimming at the Lake of the Ozarks and especially her family.

Survivors include her children, Fred Harrison and wife Robin of Mesquite, Texas, Ralph "R.W." Harrison and wife Lisa of San Francisco and Kit Harrison and wife Joan of Alton; grandchildren, Harden, Troy, Tyler, Ryan, Pat, Laurie, Jessie, Will, Sarah, Matthew, Paul and Courtney; brother, Ralph Barnett of the state of California; sisters-in-law, Betty Barnett and Mary Florence Hane; and eight great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Joe and Bill Barnett.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Tuesday, July 29, 2008

William T. "Bill" Cockrell, 53, of Rocheport passed away Monday, July 28, 2008, at his home.

Visitation will be from 12:30 p.m. until the time of the service Thursday, July 31, at Memorial Funeral home followed by a graveside service at 1:30 p.m. in Memorial Park Cemetery, 1217 Business Loop 70 W., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Bill was born on Jan. 10, 1955, in Columbia to Charley T. and Margaret L. Coats Cockrell. He married Mary K. Wood, and she survives.

Bill was an automobile mechanic who was an avid Ford diesel fan. He was part Cherokee and Blackfoot Native American with an interest in his heritage. Bill loved cats and dogs and was also described as a gadget guy by his family.

Survivors also include daughters Elizabeth Baumgartner and husband Steve, Jennifer Romesburg and husband Tom, and Kristen Cockrell, all of Columbia; stepdaughter Katie Romesburg and granddaughter Isabella, both of Harrisburg; and cousins Rick and Jana Cockrell of Renick.

He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.

Memorial contributions may be made to Columbia Second Chance and the Salvation Army.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Thursday, July 31, 2008

Lawrence Robert "Larry" Kernell, 75, of Columbia died peacefully on Monday, July 28, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Burial Mass will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 1, and visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. with the rosary at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Monsignor Flanagan will officiate.

He was born on Feb. 18, 1933, to Joseph Burton and Ulla Oliver Kernell in St. Louis. He graduated from Christian Brothers College High School and Saint Louis University. He served in the U.S. Army combat engineers in Germany during the Korean Conflict.

On Sept. 5, 1953, he married Barbara M. O’Brien, and she survives. The couple moved in 1967 to Salisbury, where he was the treasurer of SEMCO Manufacturing Inc. They transferred to Columbia in 1974. He retired from Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital in 1999. He recently passed an important benchmark as he celebrated his 25th year of sobriety.

Besides his wife of the home, he is survived by his eight children and 25 grandchildren. They include Sue Winter and Stephanie and Stacey of Columbia; Joe and wife Marie and Haley of Greenville, S.C.; Mary Laird and husband Tim and Charlie, Molly, Emily, Grace of Liberty; Tom and wife Patty and Tim, Kathleen, William and Maura of St. Louis; Jim and wife Tonja and Tate, Wyatt, Quinn and Lola of Fairway, Kan.; Jane Rall and husband Kurt and Kyle, Natalie, Michael and Sophia of Overland Park, Kan.; Bob and wife Michele and Zach, Luke and Drew of Liberty; and Patrick and wife Margarett and Nathan, Aaron and Christian of O’Fallon. Also surviving are his sisters, Sue Lloyd and Rita Kernell; brother Warren; sister-in-law Patricia Dowling of St. Louis; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorials are suggested to the PET Project, 1908 Heriford Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Thursday, August 7, 2008

Gerald Arthur Neely, 72, of Overland Park, Kan., was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday Aug. 6, 2008, at Saint Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City.

Services will be held at noon Saturday, Aug. 9, at Nall Avenue Baptist Church, 5401 W. 67th St. in Prairie Village, Kan., with a visitation from 10 a.m. until time of service. Burial will be 4 p.m. Saturday in Memorial Park Cemetery in Columbia.

He was born Aug. 3, 1936, in Cedar City, the son of Arthur V. Neely and Geneva Case Neely Woehrman.

He was married to Carmen Hartley on Jan. 24, 1960, in Columbia.

Gerald attended grade school in Cedar City and graduated from Jefferson City High School in 1954. He then attended the University of Missouri-Columbia and graduated in 1958 with a bachelor of science in civil engineering.

He was a civil engineer for 42 years.

He served in the U.S. Army Reserves for 20-plus years and retired as a lieutenant colonel. He was an active member of Nall Avenue Baptist Church in Prairie Village for 40 years. Gerald also was an active member of the Kansas Sportsman’s Alliance.

He is survived by his wife, Carmen Hartley Neely, of the home; daughter Susan Mitts and husband Doug of Lenexa, Kan.; by his son, Brian Neely and wife Marci of Kansas City; and daughter Laura Neely of Overland Park. He is also survived by his sister, Martha Padgett and her husband, Clyde, of Holts Summit; and by his grandchildren, Connor, Austin, Logan, Kaylee and Margaret. He is also survived by two nephews, Jeff and Kent Padgett of Jefferson City; three great-nephews; one great-niece; and one great-great-niece; as well as many special friends.

Gerald was preceded in death by his parents; grandfather the Rev. G.B. and grandmother Glynn Case.

The family requests no flowers; however, expressions of sympathy may be made to Nall Avenue Baptist Church, the National Kidney Foundation or the Kansas Sportsman’s Alliance.

The family also wishes to express gratitude to the staff at St. Luke’s Hospital and their many friends. God bless all of you.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.amosfamily.com.

Arrangements are by Amos Family Chapel of Shawnee, Kan., (913) 631-5566.


Published Sunday, August 10, 2008

Jean E. Galbreath, 93, formerly of Columbia, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008, in Kansas City.

A memorial service will be held in her honor to celebrate her life 3 p.m. Aug. 14, 2008, at the Terrace Retirement Apartments.

Jean was born Oct. 17, 1914, in Richmond, the daughter of Judge Albert M. and Bessie Clark.

She married Robert "Barney" Galbreath on July 1, 1939, in Kirksville and resided in Columbia.

Survivors include her son, Mike Galbreath and wife Sue of Kansas City; granddaughters Beth Paige of Columbia, Liz Wilkins and husband John of Houston, April Sweezer and husband Tim of Hallsville; and three great-grandchildren, Brennan Wilkins, and Dakota and Brooke Sweezer.

She enjoyed friends, family, sports and politics and will be greatly missed by everyone she touched.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Barney, and sisters, Irma Fay Harrison and Ida Ann McHaney.


Published Tuesday, August 12, 2008

Diane Meinhardt Bulgin, 66, of Columbia passed away Monday, Aug. 11, 2008, at her home.

Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13, at Maupin Funeral Home in Fulton. Private family services will be held at Callaway Memorial Gardens with Pastor Murray Buschert officiating.

She was born June 22, 1942, in Fulton, the daughter of George Dorris and Dorotha Evelyn Jones Meinhardt.

Diane was a graduate of Fulton High School and attended William Woods College.

She had previously worked as a billing clerk at Boone Hospital Center. She enjoyed working with stained glass, crocheting, knitting and spending time with her family. She had taken several mission trips to Haiti.

In addition to her mother of Fulton, she will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by one son, Trevor Lawrence Bulgin of Columbia; one daughter, Malinda Evelyn Schumacher and her husband, Rick, of Olathe, Kan.; four grandchildren, Alyssa, Ashley, Ethan and Evan Schumacher; other relative and many dear friends.

Her father preceded her in death.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, c/o Maupin Funeral Home, 301 Douglas Blvd., Fulton, Mo. 65251.

Condolences may also be sent to the family at www.maupinfuneralhome.com.


Published Friday, August 22, 2008

Dennis Harris Niles, 57, of Columbia entered into eternal rest Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008, at Boone Hospital.

Per his wishes, cremation has taken place and a visitation service will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, at Bethel Baptist Church.

Dennis was born Feb. 13, 1951, in Moberly to the late Dorsey and Alene Forbis Niles.

He married Sue M. Hague on Feb. 27, 1970, at Bethel Baptist Church in Columbia, and she survives him of the home. To this union there were two children born: son Mark Niles and daughter Shelly Niles, both of Columbia.

Dennis is also survived by his sister, Deanna Duemmel of Columbia, as well as his four grandchildren, Mitchell Niles, Kaitlin Niles, Taylor Kirby and Paige Niles, all of Columbia.

Online condolences may be left for Dennis’s family at www.heartlandcremation.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Heartland Cremation & Burial Society of Columbia. 442-7850.


Published Friday, August 22, 2008

Sarah D. Pace, 93, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Aug. 25, at Parker Funeral Service with Elder John T. Anderson officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Columbia Cemetery.

Sarah was born July 30, 1915, in Boone County to Walter T. and Eva Martin Crane.

She married Turner Dothage on July 26, 1932, and he preceded her in death on May 19, 1959. She then married Paul L. Pace on Sept. 1, 1961, and he preceded her in death on Aug. 4, 1991.

Sarah worked for Brown Shoe Factory and University Hospital for many years. She attended Rocky Fork Primitive Baptist Church and was active in Warren Extension Club.

Survivors include son, Bernard Dothage and wife Judy of Columbia; brother Marion Crane of Columbia; grandson Scott Dothage and wife Kimberly; two great-grandchildren, Amber and Sydney Dothage; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands; five brothers; and four sisters.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Sunday, August 24, 2008

Huffine, Robert E., of Columbia died Friday, Aug. 22, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

He was born March 26, 1925, in Trenton, son of Byrl and Francis (nee Smith) Huffine. Beloved husband for 54 years to Deloris L. Huffine (nee Schwieder); dear father of Alan E. Huffine and Nancy H. Capriglione; dear father-in-law of Angela M. Huffine and Mike J. Capriglione; dear grandfather of Nicholas Huffine, Tracey and Ellen Capriglione; dear brother of Ruth Bartow, Mary Lee Bryant and the late Jean Barnett.

Robert graduated from the University of Missouri earning a bachelor of arts degree in business. Memberships included Sigma Nu fraternity, American Legion, Missouri United Methodist Church and the Columbia Country Club.

He was a charter member of the Ellis Island Foundation and Ronald Reagan Library.

He served in the U.S. Army during World War II in Hawaii, Okinawa and Japan as a surgical assistant.

He retired from Shelter Insurance Cos. in 1990.

Visitation is from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27, at Parker Funeral Service. A private memorial service will be held on Thursday. He will laid to rest in Steelville.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to Show-Me Christian Youth Home, Galt Unit, PO Box 6, LaMonte, Mo., 65337.


Published Sunday, August 31, 2008

Harvey Ray Brown, 64, of Columbia passed away on Friday, Aug. 28, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W. in Columbia. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Harvey was born on May 10, 1944, in Sioux Falls, S.D., to Merle Brown and Tillie Kapsch Brown.

He was united in marriage to Melissa Hamill on March 4, 1965, and she survives.

Harvey worked for the University of Missouri. He will be remembered for his love of woodworking with his grandson Reilly and love for his entire family.

In addition to his wife, Melissa, survivors include his children, Sharon Abad and husband Santiago of Broken Arrow, Okla., Rachelle R. Long and husband Gary, and Heather D. Brown, all of Columbia; siblings Jerry Brown and wife Joan of Humboldt, S.D., and Bernadine Friessen of Sioux Falls; and grandchildren, Jacob Abad, Andrea Abad, Reilly Long and Bailey Long.

He was preceded in death by parents and two brothers, Kenny and Lewis Brown.

Memorial contributions may be made to Happy Tails or Second Chance in care of Memorial Funeral Home.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, September 7, 2008

Art L. Roehlke, 77, died unexpectedly on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008, from an accident at his home.

There will be no visitation or formal services at this time. A celebration of Art’s life will be held at a later date.

Art was born Nov. 24, 1930, in Elk River, Minn., to Lavina Bender Roehlke and Arthur Benjamin Roehlke.

He attended Carleton College in Northfield, Minn., where he met his future wife, Helen Jackson. They were married on Sept. 6, 1952. Art then attended Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, where he received a master’s degree in counseling psychology. Next, Art and Helen elected to pursue advanced studies at the University of Missouri and moved to Columbia in 1955 with their infant son, Kurt.

Art loved life and definitely lived it "his way." His family members and many dear friends will miss him deeply.

Art is survived by his dear wife, Helen; and their three beloved adult sons, Kurt, Kent and Adam and their families, including Kurt’s wife, Dana; Kent’s wife, Sue, and their children, Lauren and Brennen; and Adam’s son, Jaco. He also is survived by his sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Ginny and John Waller, and their adult daughters, Amy and Katie; as well as by his brother, Lee Roehlke, and his wife Joletta, their three children and their families.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Show Me Dharma in care of Robert Hodge, treasurer, 5004 Dustin Court, Columbia, Mo., 65203, or to Old Freedom Monastery in care of Frank Ramos, 13424 Highway 40, Rocheport, Mo., 65279.

Condolences may be left online at www.heartlandcremation.com.


Published Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Gay McDonnell Bumgarner, 81, landscape designer, naturalist, internationally acclaimed photographer and conservation advocate, of Columbia died Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008, in Columbia in the company of friends and family.

Honoring Gay’s wishes, there will be an open house celebrating the lives of Gay McDonnell Bumgarner and James Bumgarner rather than memorial services.

The couple lived amidst natural beauty, which nourished the artistry reflected in Jim’s fine woodworking, Gay’s photography and her beautiful gardens.

As a way of expressing appreciation to the community for a lifetime of kindness and support to them, please come to see their work and share in an evening of storytelling from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14, at 1315 Rustic Road in Columbia. Potluck dinner will be at 6 p.m. Please bring a favorite dish. For further information, contact Libby Gill, ehgill@hotmail.com; Ila Irwin, i.irwin@mchsi.com; or Jo Manhart, jmanhart@juno.com.

For those who cannot attend in person, we invite you to share your stories of Gay with her family. Visit the Web site of her stock agents, where there is a diverse collection of her work available by typing her name in their search features: www.alamy.com or www.getty images.com/Home.aspx

Gay is survived by her sister, Lois Dillon of Independence; brother Tom Feldhahn of Westport, Conn.; her children, Stephen, Patrick and Sharon McDonnell; and stepchildren Jim Bumgarner Jr., Sally Townsand and Cathy Shryock; 16 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous good friends who shared her love for political activism, wry humor, artistic pursuits and lifelong learning.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial gifts go to the McDonnell-Bumgarner Scholarship Fund, established in 1998 for students at Columbia College. Gifts may be directed to Columbia College, Office of Development and Alumni Services, 1001 Rogers Street, Columbia, Mo., 65216.

Online condolences may be left for Gay’s family at www.heartland cremation.com.


Published Sunday, August 31, 2008

Melba B. Price, 95, formerly of Columbia, passed away on Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, at Life Care Center in Sullivan.

Services will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Laddonia City Cemetery in Laddonia. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. Tuesday until time of services at the funeral home.

Melba was born on Feb. 16, 1913, to William and Lisetta Schneider Davis in Big Springs, and they preceded her in death.

She was married Raymond L. Price on Nov. 7, 1959, in Montgomery City, and he preceded her in death.

Melba was a 1941 graduate of cosmetology school in St. Louis and was a hairdresser and owner of Powder Puff Beauty Shop in Montgomery City.

Faith was very important to Melba, and she was a lifelong Methodist who was a member of Wilkes Boulevard Methodist Church in Columbia.

Survivors include her daughters, Cynthia Bopp and husband Richard of Webster Groves; and Jeanette Cohen and husband Alan of Norfolk, Va.; son Allan Price and wife Tina of Columbia; sister Allie Mae Meyer; six grandchildren, Seth, Leah, Sydney, Kyra, Sam, Claire, Connor, Cooper and Mackenzie; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

She was also preceded in death by five brothers and one sister.

Memorial contributions can be made to Wilkes Blvd. Methodist Church, 702 Wilkes Blvd., Columbia, Mo., 65201

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Thursday, September 4, 2008

Helen Stemmons, 92, of Columbia passed away Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, at her home.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, at Second Missionary Baptist Church in Columbia. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the church.

Helen was born Feb. 14, 1916, in Howard County, the daughter of Watson and Allie Mae Ray Bentley.

She was a member of Second Baptist Church.

Survivors include two daughters, Lila Stemmons and Blondell Kelly, both of Columbia; 10 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and 10 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Birch Stemmons; her parents; one son; two daughters; 12 brother and sisters; one granddaughter; and two great-granddaughters.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of H.T. May and Son Funeral Home, (660)882-5404.


Published Tuesday, September 2, 2008

Rudolph Wickham Kersey, 71, of Columbia entered into eternal rest Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, at Broadway Christian Church with the Revs. Kim Ryan and Jacob Thorne officiating. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at Mount Washington Forever Cemetery in Kansas City.

Mr. Kersey was born Aug. 12, 1937, in Kansas City to the late Rudolph H.R. and Erma Wickham Kersey.

He attended East High School in Kansas City, where he was an Eagle Scout and achieved the rank of Sachem in the tribe of Mic-O-Say in Kansas City. Rudolph then went to obtain a business degree at Missouri Valley College in Marshall, where he was the president of Tau Kappa Epsilon and the editor of the yearbook for two years.

Mr. Kersey married Cecelia Thomas Woodward of Marshall on June 21, 1959, and she survives. After living in Kansas City for seven years, Mr. Kersey moved to Columbia in 1966 to work for Conley Meyer Insurance Co. and became an accountant in Columbia, where he recently retired. He was very instrumental in forming the Daniel Boone Little League field on Scott Boulevard and was an umpire for more than 20 years.

Rudolph was a member of Broadway Christian Church, where he was a deacon and elder. He was a huge Missouri Tigers fan and loved to go fishing with his three sons, Rudolph Lawrence "Larry" Kersey of Columbia, William Gregory "Bill" Kersey and his wife, Liz, of Auxvasse, and Timothy Allen "Tim" Kersey and his wife, Michelle, of Columbia; as well as nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by a sister and two grandsons.

Memorial contributions may be given to Broadway Christian Church or the charity of the donor’s choice.

Online condolences can be extended to Rudolph’s family at www.heart landcremation.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Heartland Cremation & Burial Society of Columbia, 442-7850.


Published Thursday, September 4, 2008

Elizabeth "Betty" Vincent McMullen, 93, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008, at Lenoir Healthcare.

A private graveside service will be held followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12, at First Presbyterian Church in Columbia. The family will welcome friends at a reception following the service.

Betty was born March 5, 1915, in Baltimore to Sidney Coombe and Mary Adelaide Utermohle Vincent.

She married the Rev. John Stuart McMullen on Sept. 11, 1940, and he preceded her in death.

She graduated from Mary Baldwin College in 1936 with a degree in music and French and received the Quarles Award.

Betty taught public school music from 1936 to 1940 in Baltimore public schools.

She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, where she served as an elder, circle chairman, Sunday school teacher, president of the Women of the Church, for which she received an honorary lifetime membership in 1968, choir member and active volunteer in all aspects of church life as the minister’s wife.

Betty was a member of the Kate Thompson Chapter of Kings Daughters, Chapters GK and LM of PEO, Tuesday Club and Boone Hospital volunteers. She was a frequent piano accompanist, enjoyed painting and needlework, and traveled to many Elderhostels with friends.

Survivors include daughters Mary Regan and Betsy Baker of Columbia, daughter Kathy Lueckert and husband Don of Des Moines, Wash.; grandchildren Rick Baker of Columbia, John Baker and wife Marissa of Boise, Idaho, Julie Miller and husband Joshua of Gloverville, S.C., and Steve Regan and wife Rachelle of Columbia; and great-grandchildren Lauren Baker of Blue Springs, Grant and Ella Baker of Boise, and Afton Regan of Columbia.

Betty will be missed by her family and friends but will be remembered with love as a loving mother and grandmother, a loyal friend and a lover of learning.

Memorials and gifts in lieu of flowers may be sent to First Presbyterian Church, 16 Hitt St., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Monday, September 8, 2008

Forrest F. "Pete" McBaine, 84, of Columbia passed away Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10, at Memorial Funeral Home, with burial to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

He was born on July 30, 1924, in Boone County, the son of Archie T. and Volaina Yoakam McBaine. He was united in marriage to Vera Lorene Whitesides on July 11, 1942, and she preceded him in death. He was united in marriage to Jimmie Rogers on June 3, 1989, and she survives.

Pete was a member of Grandview Baptist Church and a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge, the Masonic Lodge, the Shriners and the American Legion.

Pete was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army in 1944 after serving in World War II.

In addition to his wife, Jimmie, he is survived by four children, Joyce Murray, Donald E. Whitesides, Gerald D. Whitesides and Mary Ann Tekotte; 12 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; three stepchildren; three stepgrandchildren; and one stepgreat-grandchild.

Pete was preceded in death by one son, Bobby G. Whitesides; four brothers; and four sisters.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Coyote Hill, which may be left with the funeral home.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Tuesday, September 9, 2008

Robert "Bob" Slate, 77, of Columbia passed away Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family.

Services are 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be from noon until the time of the service.

Robert was born on Sept. 17, 1930, in Columbia to Ernest and Ella Jean Hall Slate.

He was united in marriage to Betty Lewis on Dec. 9, 1954, and she survives.

In addition to his wife, Betty, survivors include his daughter, Jeannie, and husband Gary of East Lynne; sons Mike and his wife Teri, Robbie, and Carl, all of Columbia; daughter Jennifer and her husband, Shannon, of Millersburg; four grandsons; two granddaughters; and six great-grandchildren.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters; one brother; and daughter Maria Ann.

Bob loved his coffee at Broadway Diner and his time with Jennifer every morning before school with all of his old friends. He bowled for many years and enjoyed every minute of it.

Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W. Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Tributes may be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Lila Ruth Johnson, 93, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 12, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.

Mrs. Johnson was born in Englewood on Oct. 20, 1914, to Lawrence and Alice Clinkinbeard Nichols. She married Iven C. Johnson on Jan. 3, 1931, in Jefferson City. He died in 1990 in Whitney, Texas.

Lila lived in Boone County in the early years of her life and moved to Texas and resided there for approximately 20 years after Iven’s retirement. She returned to Columbia in October 2000 following the death, in Texas, of her only child, Hazel Dean Johnson Gullatt.

She resided at Candlelight Lodge until August 2002.

She is survived by a half sister, Katherine Gibbs Burgess of Victorville, Calif.; half brother Dudley Gibbs of Ogden, Utah; and one sister-in-law, Betty Quisenberry of Columbia.

She was also preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Francis McDonnell.

Memorial contributions can be made to Lighthouse Community Church, 4275 E. Route WW, Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Thursday, September 11, 2008

Joseph DeWitt Pryor, 64, of Columbia took the hand of the Lord and Savior and was lifted into a holy place on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008.

A visitation will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept.13, at Parker Funeral Service in Columbia.

Joe enjoyed landscaping and was a certified master gardener.He was an avid collector of Iron Stone Tea Leaf dishes.

His greatest pleasure came from spending time with family and friends.

Joe was known for his contagious smile, his laugh and his sense of humor. He never met a person he could not call a friend or make laugh.

Joe married his high school sweetheart, Sharon, on June 14, 1964, and they shared 44 wonderful years together.

He is survived by his wife, Sharon; brother Bill Pryor and wife Jaye of Lee’s Summit; daughters Julie Brown and husband Scott of Columbia, Jodi Kamp and husband Timothy of Sturgeon, and Jennifer Pryor of Mexico, Mo.; son Jason of Columbia; and three grandchildren, Michael and Mark Brown and Katelynn Parker.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Olin and Shirlene.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

On line condolences for the family may be left at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Barbara E. McNabb, 87, of Columbia passed away Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008.

Barbara was united in marriage to Coy McNabb on June 29, 1947, and he preceded her in death on Nov. 21, 1994.

Barbara is survived by one son, Thomas C. McNabb of Columbia; one daughter, Mary Ann Steinmitz and her husband, Jack, of Claremore, Okla.; and two granddaughters, Shannon and Angie Steinmitz.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Central Missouri Humane Society, 616 Big Bear Blvd., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Private family services provided by Memorial Funeral Home.


Published Thursday, September 18, 2008

Michelle Irene Runkle, 20, of Columbia passed away Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, at the funeral home. Private burial will occur at a later date at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Michelle was born on Oct. 6, 1987, in Columbia to Ben and Pat Burwell Runkle, and they survive.

She was a 2006 graduate of Sturgeon High School, where she served as the President of National Art Society and played all four years on the Varsity basketball team. Michelle also played in Columbia on the Hustlers competitive basketball team.

She attended Moberly Area Community College and had plans to begin classes at Columbia College this fall. She was employed as a Customer Service Representative at ASI Flex in Columbia.

Her love for travel had taken her to Europe, Canada, New York and Chicago. She enjoyed spending time with her three Labrador dogs and will be remembered as someone who loved baby-sitting, especially her four second cousins, Gabbi, Landyn, Rebecca and Aiden.

To her friends, Michelle’s family wants you all to know that she loved you very much.

She also is survived by one sister, Allison Runkle and her fiancée Devan Arends; uncles Mike Burwell and wife Christi, Kyle Burwell and wife Jill, Kenny Burwell and wife Lisa, Steve Runkle and wife Shelley; aunts Ruth Burwell, Donna Roads and husband Bob, Judy Seitz and husband Jim; and many beloved cousins and second cousins.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Robert and Clara Burwell and Ralph and Doris Runkle; and her cousin, Becky Hall.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Coyote Hills Children’s Home, 9501 Coyote Hills Road, Harrisburg, Mo., 65256, or The Rainbow House, 1611 Towne Drive, Columbia Mo., 65202.


Published Tuesday, September 23, 2008

Janet Twente, 79, of Columbia passed away Monday, Sept. 22, 2008.

No services will be held.

She was born on Feb. 5, 1929, in Bern, Switzerland.

She was united in marriage to the late John Twente Jr.

Janet retired from the University of Missouri, where she was a research assistant.

She was a longtime member of the Columbia Art League.

Arrangements are under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home.


Published Thursday, September 25, 2008

Edgar L. "Bud" Kraus, 91, of Columbia, formerly of Pilot Grove, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia.

Services for Mr. Kraus will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Pilot Grove, with Father Tom Seifner officiating. Burial will be in the St. Joseph Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday at Meisenheimer Funeral Home in Pilot Grove. A prayer service will be at 6 p.m. at the church, with visitation to follow.

He was born Sept. 4, 1917, to William F. and Rose T. Twenter Kraus in Clear Creek. He was married to Mildred M. Lang in Martinsville on Jan. 19, 1942. She preceded him in death on Aug. 24, 2001.

He was a World War II Army veteran and was the first World War II veteran to receive a farm loan in Missouri from the Farm Security Administration.

He worked at the University of Missouri as a grounds foreman on the college campus, retiring in 1978. He was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Columbia; American Legion Post No. 266 in Clear Creek, Knights of Columbus, Boonville Knights of Columbus and was a former member of the Pilot Grove Lions Club.

He is survived by four daughters, Bernice VanLoo and husband Frederick of Jefferson City, Patricia Renner and husband Jim of Columbia, Barbara Wood and late husband Kevin of Columbia, and Marilyn Nivert and husband Nick of Glasgow; one son, Donald Kraus of Palm Springs, Calif.; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Julia Horton of Pilot Grove and Pauline Richerson of Boonville.

He was preceded in death by his wife; two brothers; and three sisters.

Pallbearers will be Travis VanLoo, Michael Renner, Mark Nivert, Bradley Wood, Thomas Renner and David Kraus.


Published Friday, September 26, 2008

Robert Lee Spillman, 63, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008.

Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. Visitation will be held from noon until service time Saturday at the funeral home.

He was born on Jan. 9, 1945, in Kansas City, the son of Lloyd Lee and Iva Lorene Spillman. He was united in marriage to Rose Mary Kleen on Oct. 17, 1964, in Metz.

Mr. Spillman graduated from Metz High School in 1962. He retired in 2004 from CenturyTel after 40 years of service. He was a member of the Twilight Lodge 114 of Columbia and the IBEW. He loved spending time at the Lake of the Ozarks, hunting and cooking, and was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan.

In addition to his wife, Rose Mary, survivors include his parents of Camdenton; daughter Christina Catlett and husband Brian of St. Louis; his chosen brother and sisters-in-law, Greg and Brenda Ballard of Sturgeon, Margie and Russell Leaton, and Richard Phelps, all of the Lake of the Ozarks; brother-in-law Wendell Kleen; niece Teresa Schroeder; nephew Doug Kleen; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Missouri Food Bank, 2101 Vandiver Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65202; or Country Acres Rescue (animal rescue), 739 Weidman Road, Manchester, Mo., 63011.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, October 5, 2008

Elsie K. Barnes, 76, of Columbia, following a long illness, passed into the presence of her savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008, at her home in Columbia.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, at Parker Funeral Service, 22 N. Tenth Street. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mrs. Barnes was born on Aug. 1, 1932, in Columbia to G.W. and Cora Wilhite Palmer. She was married to Billy W. Barnes on May 17, 1953, in Jefferson City. Mrs. Barnes was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother. She served as a caretaker for many family members over the years. She was a former member and very active in Grace Bible Church and a charter member of Open Door Baptist Church. Mrs. Barnes was a graduate of Jefferson City High School and formerly worked at State Farm Insurance and the Missouri State Teachers Association.

She is survived by her husband, Billy W. Barnes of Columbia; one daughter, Kathy E. Curtis and husband Steve of Columbia; one son, Frank C. Barnes II and wife Linda of Columbia; five grandchildren, Christin Huether, Lindsey Barnes, Shannon Barnes, Bryan Curtis and Bradley Curtis; and two sisters, Veta Norfleet of Jefferson City and Frances Miller of Independence.

Memorials may be given to Coyote Hill Children’s Home, 1390 Boone Industrial Drive, Suite 150, Columbia, Mo., 65202. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Thursday, October 9, 2008

Florene B. Fratcher, 95, a longtime Columbia resident, passed away Sunday night, Oct. 5, 2008, at her home in Candler, N.C.

Graveside services will take place at 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13, at Memorial Park Cemetery in Columbia, led by the Rev. Kathie Jackson of the First Presbyterian Church.

Florene was born to Elsie and Wilber Briscoe in Topeka, Kan., on Aug. 30, 1913.

She graduated from the University of Kansas in 1936 with an bachelor’s degree in biology and a teacher’s diploma. After teaching at Valle Crucis School for Girls in North Carolina for three years, she returned to school at the University of Michigan, where she received her master’s degree in botany in 1941. It was there that she met then Capt. William F. Fratcher, whom she married after graduation.

They were soon separated when he was sent to England with the Armed forces preparing for the European invasion,but they reunited at the end ofWorld War II when she joined him, living in occupied Germany for 18 months.Col. Fratcher was chief of war crimes branch of the office of military government for Germany.At the end of the Nuremberg trials, he was recalled and they moved to Washington, D.C. The Fratchers moved to Columbia the next year when Mr. Fratcher accepted a position as professor of law at the University of Missouri, where he taught for the next 40 years.

Florene was very active in the Columbia community. She served as president of Pi Lambda Theta Alumni Chapter twice, and also as president of the University Faculty Wives Club. She was a Girl Scout leader, a member of the League of Women Voters, AAUW and of the Women of the First Presbyterian Church.She was a member of the Board of the Museum of Art and Archeolog, and a buyer for the museum gift shop for 10 years.She did some teaching in elementary schools and was a visiting professor of botany at Central Methodist College.

She is survived by her brother, Steven Briscoe of Wichita, Kan.; and by her daughter, Dr. Ann Fratcher of Candler, N.C.

Florene was preceded in death by her husband, Professor William F. Fratcher.

Many who knew Florene will remember her love of flowers.

Memorial flowers may be sent to Memorial Park Cemetery for the Oct. 13 service, or memorial donations may be madeto the Fratcher Rare Book Room at the University of Missouri Law School, or to the Florene B. Fratcher Botany Fellowship Fund at Kansas University.


Published Friday, October 10, 2008

Andrew C. Hunker, 87, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008.

Memorial services, conducted by Jim Tsapelas, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, at Nilson Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1:30 to 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Andrew C. Hunker was born Feb. 20, 1921, in Toledo, Ohio, the son of Andrew L. and Rachel Grainer Hunker, and they preceded him in death. He married Patricia Green on Jan. 20, 1950, in Royal Oak, Mich., and she survives.

He served four years in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a jeweler.

Other survivors include three daughters, Kathleen Hunker, Dian Pauley and Susan Young; and three grandchildren, Erin Pauley, Kara Rainforth and Andrew Young.

He was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister.

Memorial contributions may be made to Camp Hickory Hill, P.O. Box 1942, Columbia, Mo., 65205.


Published Sunday, October 12, 2008

Edward M. Ryan, 88, passed away at his home at The Commons in Grand Junction on Saturday, September 20, 2008.

Ed’s life will be celebrated in Columbia on Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 1:30 p.m. at Memorial Park Cemetery, followed by a 3 p.m. gathering at Boone Tavern and Restaurant, 811 E. Walnut. All family and friends are invited to attend.

Ed was born May 24, 1920, to William A. and Bertha McNeill Ryan in St. Louis. Growing up, he excelled in both academics and sports. He received his bachelor’s degree in geology from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. He received his master’s in geology from the University of Missouri. He was a lifetime member of the Alpha Chapter of the Sigma Chi Fraternity.

Ed served as a cartographer during World War II in Algeria and Hawaii. After the war, he married his college sweetheart (who happened to share the same last name), Jane Ryan, on Feb. 23, 1946. They started their lives together in Columbia, where Ed had accepted a teaching position at Stephens College. He was a geology professor there for 38 years. Ed felt greatly rewarded to have stimulated the minds of thousands of students, many of whom went on to achieve advanced degrees in geology. He was a superior teacher, loved by his students and admired by his colleagues.

Even a quarter of a century after his retirement, many of his former students continued to correspond with him.

Ed’s life passions were his family, travel and, of course, geology. From the time his three children were born, the family spent summers traveling and camping throughout all 50 states, getting a thorough geologic education along the way.

After Ed and Jane retired in 1984, he began developing a superb fossil and mineral museum in their Columbia home. For twenty years, Ed welcomed groups, school classes and individuals from around the world. Everyone delighted in seeing his collection of over 5,000 specimens.

In early 1990, Ed lost his beloved wife, Jane. He then focused on traveling and expanding his museum. He was privileged to have been able to travel around the world, as well as thoroughly in the United States. He was proud to claim that he had been to all seven continents, including Antarctica, which he added in 2006 at the age of 86.

In 2004, Ed decided to join his three children in the Grand Junction area and moved from Columbia, where he had lived for nearly 60 years. He found a grateful recipient for his museum at Adams State College in Alamosa, Colo. The Edward M. Ryan Geological Museum was dedicated in the fall of 2004, and it is still open for both student use and the public. Additionally, a scholarship for science students was set up in his honor.

Ed was always known as a gentleman and a wonderful guy with an upbeat attitude, and he made friends easily wherever he went. His three children consider him to have been the best father ever.

Surviving are his three children, Jan Ryan of Crawford, Colo.; and Sally Ryan and John Ryan, both of Grand Junction.

Ed was preceded in death by his wife, Jane; his brother, Bill; and his parents.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ed’s memory may be made to: The Edward M. Ryan Scholarship Fund, c/o Dr. Brent Ybarrondo, Adams State College, 208 Edgemont Blvd., Alamosa, Colo., 81102, or to an organization of your choice.


Published Sunday, October 26, 2008

Don Choate, 88, a gentle man, friend, artist, humanitarian, singer and lover of life, made his journey on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008, at home, surrounded by the love of his family.

Don delivered ice when he was a young man growing up in Greenville, Mich. It was before television, when families sat around and listened to the radio in the evenings. He lived to be part of the accelerated life of the 21st century. It was a long and good life.

Don was born on May 24, 1920, in Grand Rapids, Mich., to Kate Alden and Fred Choate. He grew up with four siblings, Bob, Helen, Kay and Barbara, and attended the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. After graduating, he moved to New York City, where he met Jane Pitman at the Art Students League. They married and raised three children, Lenore, David and Rebecca, in rural New Jersey.

He worked as a greeting card designer and hand letterer at Norcross Cards in New York City and later became a freelance designer. In 1968, Don and Jane divorced, and in the ’70s, he traveled around the country, eventually settling in Columbia.

For many years he worked in Columbia as a fine woodworker, making custom furniture and sculpture.

Later, Don worked at the Central Missouri Food Bank. He was kind and nonjudgmental, touched the lives of many and always found the time to listen.

He began drawing portraits of some of the people who passed through the pantry because he saw so much of life reflected in their faces. Don has always been politically and environmentally active, working to make the world a better place.

We will miss him more than words can describe, and he will be forever alive in our hearts and memories.

Don is survived by his ex-wife, Jane, and her husband, Al; his daughter, Lenore, and her husband, Avery; son David; daughter Rebecca and her husband, Pedro; his grandchildren, Jason, Sofia, Atlante and Alban; and great-grandchildren, Carey and Andrew.

The family invites friends to celebrate Don’s life with a retrospective showing of his artwork from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2, at the Alleyway Arts studio on Broadway Alley, parallel to Walnut and Broadway between Tenth and Short streets, behind Ke-Lani Hair Salon.

In lieu of flowers, a monetary donation may be sent to the Central Missouri Food Bank, 2101 Vandiver Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65202 (Don Choate Memorial Donation) 874-7848. Online condolences may be left for Don’s family at www.heartlandcremation.com.

In lieu of flowers, a monetary donation may be sent to the Central Missouri Food Bank, 2101 Vandiver Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65202 (Don Choate Memorial Donation) 874-7848. Online condolences may be left for Don’s family at www.heartlandcremation.com.


Published Thursday, October 16, 2008

Howard Garrett Keen, 58, of Hartsburg passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008, while bicycling on the Katy Trail.

A memorial service will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17, at Unity Center of Columbia, 1600 W. Broadway.

Howard was born Sept. 21, 1950, in Hempstead, N.Y., to Henry and Frances Garrett Keen. He grew up on Long Island, N.Y. Howard came to Missouri to attend college in 1967. He received a bachelor’s degree in Social Work from the University of Missouri.

He began his career as a youth counselor at Butterfield Boys Ranch in Marshall and went on to dedicate more than 30 years to working in various children’s services programs. He retired from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services in October 2006, ending his career as a district supervisor in the Section for Childcare Regulation.

Howard will be remembered for his love of music, gardening, travel, reconnecting with old friends and especially for his giving, caring nature. He was an avid musician and performed frequently at local venues. He attended Unity Center of Columbia, where he was active in the music ministry.

Howard married Anne Schmidt in 1974, and together they had one daughter, Emily Keen Brandt of Oxford, Miss.

After that marriage dissolved, he married Jenifer Schuler Bell in 1985. Howard became dad to Jenifer’s two children, Meghann Bell Elwood of Springfield and Aaron Demin Bell of Columbia. Jenifer preceded him in death in 2004. Howard married Barbara Rathert Raymond on May 30, 2008. Barbara has two adult daughters, Alison and Jessica Raymond of Columbia. One sister, Margaret Keen Patterson of Bowdoinham, Maine, also survives him.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

The family suggests memorial donations to The Guitar Center Music Foundation, which supports music education for children at www.gutiarcentermusicfoundation.org or to the charity of your choice.


Published Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Ray Blaine Lewis, M.D., 91, of Wyoming died Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, in Riverton, Wyo.

There was a cremation.

Dr. Lewis was born Feb. 3, 1917, in Kemmerer, Wyo., to Harry Augustus Lewis and Georgiana Marguerite Shultz Lewis. He married Mary Henderson on Sept. 5, 1942.

He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University in 1942.

Dr. Lewis was a captain with the U.S. Army, stationed in Panama, during World War II. He was board certified in pediatrics in 1956.

Dr. Lewis began practice in Booneville. He later relocated to Columbia. He was affiliated with Boone County Hospital and served a stint as chief of staff there. When Dr. Lewis retired from private practice, he joined the University of Missouri Student Health Clinic.

In 1981, he and Mary moved to Lander, Wyo., where he was a physician at the Wyoming State Training School.

After retirement, he served as a consulting physician at the Dubois Clinic.

Ray enjoyed fishing, tying flies, cross-country skiing, gardening, making stained glass lampshades, crossword puzzles and reading.

Survivors include his wife, Mary; sons Ray and wife Peg of Tulsa, Okla., Robert and wife Peggy of Springfield, John and wife Jill of Westminster, Colo., and James and wife Lois of St. Louis; 13 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two brothers; a sister; and two daughters, Mary Lewis and Nancy Lewis.

Condolences may be left online at http://thedavisfuneralhome.com.

Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association www.alz.org, or the charity of one’s choice.


Published Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Darrell K. Seltsam, 94, of Columbia passed away Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008, at Columbia Manor Care Center.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, at Memorial Funeral Home with Dr. John Yonker officiating. Private burial will follow.

He was born on Oct. 7, 1914, in Pilot Grove, the son of the late Henry A. and Marie O. Seltsam. He was united in marriage to Frances H. Mansur of Hardin on June 7, 1941, and she passed away on Jan. 17, 2008.

He attended Central Methodist College and the University of Missouri and graduated with a master’s degree in accounting in 1938.

Mr. Seltsam began his career in insurance in 1938 as an accountant for Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Co., now apart of the Columbia Insurance Group. He worked in the mutual insurance industry for more than 50 years and became president and chairman of the Columbia Insurance Group. He was known by all the employees as D.K.

He was a member of numerous insurance and corporation boards. He was also inducted in the Missouri Association of Mutual Insurance Companies Hall of Fame. Darrell fulfilled his lifelong interest and support of farming as a partner of S&S Farms of Central Missouri. They have become one of the largest farm operations in Boone and Howard counties.

Survivors include his sons, Donald and Robert Seltsam and wife Cathy; and grandchildren Sarah and Rory, all of Columbia.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Christian Church, 101 N. Tenth St., Columbia, Mo., 65201, or Columbia Area Senior Center, 1121 Business Loop 70 W., Columbia, Mo., 65201. Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Tuesday, October 21, 2008
 

Visitation will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, at Parker Funeral Service. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Coffeyville, Kan.

Richard was born June 23, 1955, in Coffeyville to Bill and Bonnie Goodson.

He married Geanine Birdsong on May 23, 1981, and she survives.

He moved to Columbia 16 years ago, coming from Coffeyville. Richard graduated from the University of Missouri-Rolla and played on the golf team.

He was a purchasing manager for Mid-America Precast Manufacturing in Fulton.

Survivors include his wife of Columbia; his parents; two sons, Chad and Kyle Goodson, both of Columbia; a brother, Gary Goodson of Wichita, Kan.; and several nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be given to the American Heart Association.

Online condolences may be left at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Sunday, October 26, 2008

Vel Walter, 86, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, in Boonville.

A private family service was held on Oct. 25 at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia.

She was born in Moberly in 1921, and grew up in Kansas City. There she met the love of her life, the late Bob Walter. They were married in 1943. Following Bob’s tour of duty in World War II, they relocated to Columbia, Robert’s hometown, where he completed his degree at the University of Missouri. They later lived in Joplin and Wichita before returning to Columbia, where Bob served the city of Columbia as superintendent of transportation.

Vel was active in the St. John’s Hospital Auxiliary and First Community Church in Joplin.

In Columbia, she served on the board of the Locust Grove Methodist Church in Midway. Vel was an avid animal lover and was especially partial to Shelties. She enjoyed more than anything making a lovely home for her family.

She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Richerson; son-in-law, David Richerson; son, Russell Walter; granddaughters, Nancy Kopine and Amanda Richerson; grandsons, Bobby and Tony Richerson; Nancy’s husband, Jake Kopine; Bobby’s wife, Suzann Richerson; Russell’s partner, Paul Lufrano; and great-grandsons Tommy and Cooper Kopine.

Memorial donations to Happy Tails and Community Hospice of America are welcome.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, October 26, 2008

George Randall Ross, 92, of Columbia passed away Friday, October 24, 2008, peacefully at home with family and friends at his side.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 27, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be at 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Walnut Cemetery in Walnut, Ill.

Mr. Ross was born March 17, 1916, St. Patrick’s Day, in Deer Grove, Ill., to Howard and Alice Baker Ross. He married Lois Catherine Sprinkle, his high school sweetheart, on March 21, 1937.

Mr. Ross retired in 1981 after 27 years as director of transportation and purchasing and manager of global travel service for MFA Inc. Previously, he was employed as transportation inspector and agent for Burlington Railroad. He was a member of the board of directors of Mid-America Farm Lines Trucking Co.

His hobbies were raising hybrid roses, gardening, feeding birds and squirrels and grooming and walking his dogs. He was an accomplished livestock judge in his youth and raised the Illinois grand champion Guernsey cow. He was an elder and taught adult and college level Sunday school while a 53-year member of First Christian Church.

He was a dedicated husband, father and friend with an easy demeanor and gentlemanly way who will be greatly missed, always remembered and deeply loved.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 71 years and his son, David T. Ross, both of Columbia; a daughter, Sharon Tonnessen and husband Sten of Vero Beach, Fla.; a grandson, Patrick Ross; a granddaughter, Kelly Kardon and husband John; a great-grandson, Christopher Kardon; step-granddaughters, Amy and Cindy Tonnessen; and a step-grandson, Jon Tonnessen.

Memorial contributions are suggested to First Christian Church or the Central Missouri Humane Society. Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Mildred Bradsher Anthony, 90,passed away Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008.

Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29, and from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery immediately following.

She was born Nov. 16, 1917,near Lowndes to Lon Steward and Bertha Pink Harty Steward. She married Thomas A. Bradsher in May 1950, who preceded her in death. She married George Clyde Anthony in October 1981, who also preceded her in death.

She graduated from Southeast Missouri State University with bachelor’s degree in education and was granted a master’s degree in agricultural economics from the University of Missouri. She retired from the University Extension division in the school of home economics. Mildred had been a member of Calvary Baptist Church since moving to Columbia in 1961.

Mildredhad lived at Ashland Villa Assisted Living Center for the past several years and had been under the care of Community Hospice for three years. Mildred’s passions were her love of God, her family, education in any form,leaving the world a better place than she found it and her little dog, Tippy. Shewas an avid reader, especially American history and American Indians. She was quite a flowergardener, still enjoyingplants and flowers in her home at Ashland Villa.

Survivors include two daughters, Bonnie Rich Washburn andhusband Drew of Westerville, Ohio, and Trudy Sommers and husband Wayne of Hartsburg; grandchildren Angela Robbins, Katie Chilton, Grant Taylor, Shayla Keller and Alayna Sommers; four great-grandchildren; sister Ruth Slaten of Charleston, Mo.; brother Marvin Steward of Greenville; and the staff and residents of Ashland Villa Assisted Living.

Her family wishes to express their thanks to the staff at Ashland Villa, Community Hospice and herother caregivers who made it possible for her to remain in her home at Ashland Villa until her death.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Community Hospice, Calvary Baptist Church or the educational institution of their choice.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Tuesday, October 28, 2008

John Clayton Rupard Jr., 51, of Columbia passed away Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, in Richland.

A funeral Mass will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, at St. Jude’s Catholic Church in Richland. Visitation will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Hedges-Scott Funeral Home in Camdenton.

He was born Nov. 8, 1956, in Columbia, the son of John Clayton Sr. and Rosalynn Rice Rupard.

John was united in marriage on April 4, 1980, in Camdenton to Betty Lytell, and together they shared the past 28 years until his passing.

John was a career military man. He had spent the past 33 years working in the Army Reserve and beginning in 1989 served as an administrative assistant. In his spare time, he loved to watch NASCAR, football and boxing. But most important to him were his wife and son and extended family.

Survivors include his wife, Betty, of the home; one son, Dylan Alexander Rupard of the home; one brother, Mark Kevin Rupard and wife Connie of Normal, Ill.; three sisters, Linda Stone of Columbia, Elaine Stratton and husband Mark of Columbia and Teresa Ann Vance and husband Randy Joe of Tulsa, Okla.; nieces Rebecca Rupard, Christy Stone, Tina Creason and husband Jeff, Amanda Michelle Vance, Amy Lynn Hinshaw, Amanda Marie Hinshaw, Emilie Hinshaw and Emma Jo Cornelison; nephews Wade Rupard, John Henry Rupard and wife Kerensa, Thomas Dwayne Rupard and wife Karen, Britt Andrew Vance, Bradly Ryan Vance, and James Edward Cornelison and wife Alissa; several great-nieces and great-nephews and several other relatives; and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Thomas Dwayne Rupard.

Memorial donations are suggested to the John C. Rupard Jr. Education Fund and can be left at the funeral home.

To send online condolences to the family, visit www.hedgesscottfuneral homes.com.

Arrangements are under the care of Hedges-Scott Funeral Home.


Published Friday, October 31, 2008

Charles A. Kohler, 86, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008, at South Hampton Place.

Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, at Parker Funeral Service.

Dr. Kohler was born Oct. 19, 1922, in Kansas City to Charles A. Kohler Sr. and Helen Shearer Kohler.

He was raised in Moran, Kan. He graduated from Kansas University and University of Missouri-Kansas City Dental School in 1945. Dr. Kohler was a captain with the U.S. Army and was stationed in Okinawa during the Korean War. In 1954, Dr. Kohler completed a three-year residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor.

He started his practice in Columbia in 1958. He was the only oral and maxillofacial surgeon in Central Missouri for 18 years. He specialized in fracture of facial bone injuries and reconstructive surgery for prognostic jaws. In 1958, he performed cleft palate surgery for indigent children at University of Missouri Medical Center.

Dr. Kohler was on staff at Boone County Hospital, University of Missouri Medical Center and St. Mary’s Hospital in Jefferson City. He retired in 1986. Dr. Kohler was a member of American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Chalmers Lyons Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and Diplomat of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

He is survived by his wife, Anne, and daughter Susan Kohler.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made in his memory to a charity of one’s choice.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Parker Funeral Service & Crematory.

Condolences may be left at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Wednesday, November 5, 2008

George Terzopoulos, 70, of Katerini, Greece, formerly of Columbia, passed away Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008.

A memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, at St. Luke the Evangelist Greek Orthodox Church, 1510 Audubon Drive.

Born March 15, 1938, George immigrated to the United States in 1956 to follow the American dream.

His entrepreneurial spirit brought him to Columbia, where he owned several businesses and throughout the course of his life helped many people get started in their own successful businesses.

He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Voula Terzopoulos; his siblings, Evro Kostas and Kasi Aslanidis of Columbia, Barthena Likurgos and Elias and Tasos Terzopoulos of Katerini; his daughters, Lori Terzopoulos of Kansas City and Mary Skyvalidas and Terri Terzopoulos of Columbia; and one son-in-law, Angelo Skyvalidas of Columbia; his grandchildren, Soula and Bryce Gallatin, Vicki Skyvalidas, Pano Skyvalidas and Riley Terzopoulos; and one great-grandson, Dane Gallatin. He also leaves behind his nephews, Alex and Pano Terzopoulos, who were like sons to him; along with several nieces and nephews who loved him very much.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alex and Mary Terzopoulos; his sister, Maro; and his first wife, Judy Terzopoulos.


Published Saturday, November 8, 2008

Aidan Cristofer Herdeg, infant son of Josh Herdeg and Mandy Powell, died at Columbia Regional Hospital at 8:05 p.m. Monday, Nov. 3, 2008.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, at Pickering Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until service time Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Elmwood Cemetery.

In addition to his parents, Aidan is survived by his maternal grandparents, Timothy and Judy Kridel of Columbia; maternal great-grandparents James and Carolyn Conrad of Hannibal; paternal grandparents Tom and Dedra Herdeg of Columbia; paternal great-grandmother Linda Kardakos of Columbia; three aunts, Valerie Powell of Overland Park, Kan., and Bethanie and Andrea Powell, both of Columbia; and several cousins.

He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Marjorie and Warren Dee Woolfolk, and one sister, Kaitlin Powell,

Memorial gifts may be made to the March of Dimes and sent in care of Pickering Funeral Home, 403 N. Western, Mexico, Mo., 65265.

Expressions of sympathy for the family may be given at pickeringfh.com.


Published Thursday, November 6, 2008

Norma Ruth Richardson, 85, of Columbia passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, at Southampton Place.

Services will be held at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Norma was born to Charles and Eureth Pearl Johnson Porter in 1923, and they preceded her in death. She was married to Gilbert Ray Richardson in 1944, and he also preceded her in death.

She was a member of Harrisburg Christian Church.

Norma is survived by two sons, Gregory and Gary Richardson; daughter Sheila Myers; two sisters, Mary Sue Ewing and Ina Mildred Merrill; and one granddaughter, Heather Neff.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Thursday, November 6, 2008

Bettie Sue Murphy, 76, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008.

Services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, Nov. 7, at Parker Funeral Service with the Rev. Don Snyder officiating. Visitation will be from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Bettie was born Jan. 12, 1932, in Ashland to Oakley and Clara Rippeto Wren.

Survivors include two sons, Rick Murphy and wife Dorothy of Ashland and Tom Murphy of Columbia; two daughters, Sheila McCord and husband Jack of Hannibal and Charla Bynum of Columbia; two sisters, Mabel Bledsoe of Columbia and Ruth Colvin of Independence; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers; and one sister.

Bettie was a loving mother and grandmother, and she will be greatly missed.

Memorials contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society or the Luther Manor Retirement and Nursing Home, 3170 Highway 61, Hannibal, Mo., 63401.

Online condolences for the family may be left at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Sunday, November 9, 2008

Nadina B. Fowler, 97, formerly of Columbia, died Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, at Highland Retirement Community in Black Mountain, N.C.

Her remains were cremated by Brigman’s Funeral Home. Burial will take place at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Springfield, Ill. On Thanksgiving, her loving family and friends in Asheville, N.C., will gather to celebrate her life.

Dina was born June 16, 1911, in Springfield, Ill., the daughter of Julian and Sarah Boardman.

She attended Depauw University in Greencastle, Ind., and Catherine Gibbs Secretarial School in Boston.

In 1935, she married Russel Fowler, also of Springfield. She and her husband moved to Columbia in 1941, where he taught at Stephens College.

She has lived at Highland Farms since 1997.

Dina was an avid reader and wrote poetry all her live. She was active in her sorority, Alpha Phi, and a supporter of the League of Women Voters, of which she was a past president. In 1954, she was the first woman to run for the Columbia City Council. She was passionate about "getting out the vote" and gratified that in this year’s presidential election, four generations of her family voted.

She is survived by her daughter, Janet Shaw of Asheville; her son, Douglas Fowler of Tallahassee, Fla.; her brother, Robert Boardman of Springfield; four grandchildren, Kristin Beeler of Puyallup, Wash., Mark Beeler of Winston Salem, N.C., Laura Beeler of Asheville and Nick Fowler of Tallahassee; and five great-grandchildren, Maya Balassa of Asheville; Sam and Max Beeler of Winston Salem; and Will and Peter Beeler of Puyallup.

Those who wish to express their condolences to Mrs. Fowler’s family may do so at www.brigmans.com.


Published Sunday, November 9, 2008

JoAnn Pruett, 70, of Columbia passed away Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at home after a battle with cancer.

A memorial visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, at Memorial Funeral Home.

JoAnn was born Feb. 4, 1938, the daughter of Melissa Jewel and Conrad Thornton.

JoAnn was retired from University Hospital and American Air Filter.

Survivors include three daughters, Rhonda Woody, Sharon Pruett and Carla Barnhart, all of Columbia; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren; one sister; and one brother.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Billy Joe Martin; two sisters, Charlotte Gish and Mary Ellen; and one son, Billy Pruett.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, November 9, 2008

Harry J. Fields, 89, of Columbia passed away Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at his home.

Private services will be held at a later date.

Harry was born in 1919 to Harry and Georgia Adams Fields and married Henrietta Smith in 1943; she survives of the home.

Harry served with the U.S. Navy in the Pacific during World War II and was employed with the University of Missouri for 40 years.

He was a member of the Cosmopolitan Club. He enjoyed golfing, swimming and being outdoors and especially loved his family and his dogs.

He is survived by two sons, Michael Fields and wife Sheila and Jim Fields; two daughters, Mary Windmiller and husband Gene, all of Columbia, and Susan Fields and husband Jeff Scott of Englewood; six grandchildren, Nicholas Windmiller, Eric Fields, Andrea Bell, Chelsea Fields, Harrison Cunningham and Isabelle Cunningham; and two great-grandchildren, Blake Bell and Alexander Fields.

Harry was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Helen Rose Heil.

Contributions may be sent to the Central Missouri Humane Society.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Wednesday, November 12, 2008


Diane Jean Pickens Burns, 53, of Columbia passed away Monday, Nov. 10, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center as the result of pancreatic cancer.

Services will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, at Trinity Lutheran Church with visitation from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Pastors Kenneth Gerike and Brian Thierne will conduct the worship service. The Trinity Mixed Choir will sing "Beautiful Savior," accompanied by Patty Kespohl as the organist. Food will be served from 3 to 6 p.m. in the church basement.

She was the daughter of Donald E. Pickens and Donna M. Pickens-Koenig. She was born Feb. 6, 1955, in Kirksville.

On Oct. 20, 1984, she married Kevin Roy Burns in Kansas City, who survives.

Also surviving are two sons, Kyle Wesley Burns, 19, and Kaleb Michael Burns, 16.

Mrs. Burns graduated as salutatorian from Unionville High School in 1972. She continued her honors by graduating cum laude with a bachelor of science degree in education in 1976 and a master’s degree in 1980 from Truman State University, formerly Northeast Missouri State University, in Kirksville.

Mrs. Burns taught public school in Macon and Unionville and had the further privilege of coaching many fine women in golf, basketball, softball, tennis, track and field, and cheerleading. She later served as a library assistant and Black & Veatch Engineers-Architects in Overland Park, Kan., Callaway County Public Library and Westminster College in Fulton, and taught preschool at Trinity Lutheran Church Child Learning Center in Columbia until the autumn of 2007.

She home-schooled her children during their elementary and middle school years.

Mrs. Burns was baptized by Pastor R.E. Lange on May 28, 1967, at Faith Lutheran Church in Kirksville. She was confirmed in and confessed her baptismal faith on July 12, 1970, at First Lutheran Church of Centerville, Iowa. She belonged to the body of Christ at Trinity Lutheran Church.

In lieu of flowers, the family gratefully requests donations to an educational fund for sons Kyle and Kaleb, established at Boone County National Bank in Columbia.

Arrangements made by Nilson Funeral Home in Columbia.
 


Published Friday, November 14, 2008

Bessie M. Lindsey, 89, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, at her home.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia, with burial to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. A visitation will be from 10 a.m. until service time on Saturday at the funeral home.

Mrs. Lindsey is survived by one son, Billy Lindsey and his wife, Alpha; three daughters, Wanda Mills and husband Eddie, Marilyn Chapman and husband Dale, and Carolyn Holloway and husband DeWayne; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William D. Lindsey.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn., 38105.

Tributes can be left online at 


Published Thursday, November 20, 2008

Theodore F. Henrichs, 76, of Columbia and professor emeritus of psychiatry, neurology and psychology, died Thursday, Nov. 20, 2008, at his home after a long illness.

A family memorial service is planned.

He was born in Evanston, Ill., on April 1, 1932, to Frederick and Dorothy Henrichs.

Dr. Henrichs received a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of North Carolina, where he was recognized as an outstanding scholar.

He married Margaret Lush in Minneapolis, and she survives.

With his family, he moved from Madison, Wis., to Columbia in 1962 when he joined the faculty in the department of psychiatry in the UMC School of Medicine. He was the chief hospital psychologist.

Dr. Henrichs was an avid researcher and author of many publications. A major research interest was the interaction of psychology and health as it relates to such measures as the MMPI.

He was a member of numerous professional and honorary organizations, such as a diplomate in clinical psychology of the American Board of Profession Psychologists, a member of the Fellow-Society of Personality Assessment, American Men of Science, International Who’s Who in Medicine and ABPP Meritorious Service Award recipient.

He was involved in teaching and leadership roles in many aspects of education in the departments of psychiatry and psychology, the School of Medicine and as a consulting psychologist in several areas including the community, Ellis Fishel and the VA. He was also a national consultant to publishers.

Ted was a golfer and enjoyed the faculty league and many annual family golfing vacations.

Ted is remembered as a scholar, teacher, mentor and a highly respected professional to many people throughout his long and distinguished career.

He is survived by his sister, Dorothy Toboldt; sons T. Scott and wife Cheryl, John and wife Kelly of Kansas City and Mark of Pittsburg, Kan.; daughter Martha Head and husband Stuart of Columbia; grandchildren Lauren, Aaron, Robert, Kayla, Rachel and Thomas Henrichs of Kansas City and Brent and Lindsey Head of Columbia.

He was most proud of his family.

The family extends deep-felt thanks and appreciation to Roxanne Wilson and the team at Missouri River Hospice for excellent care. Thank you also to Dr. Paul Moessner, Pastor of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church and to Dr. Rebecca Llorens.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to Missouri River Hospice, 1410 Heriford Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202, or charity of the donor’s choice.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Friday, November 21, 2008

Dr. Donald Harvey Kausler Sr., 81, of Columbia, an adored husband and father, an adorned emeritus professor of psychology at the University of Missouri and one of the world’s foremost authorities on aging, lost his battle with cancer Thursday, Nov. 20, 2008, at his home in Columbia.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 24, at Parker Funeral Service in Columbia.

Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Burial will be in Columbia Cemetery.

Dr. Kausler was the beloved husband and friend of Martha B. Kausler, who preceded him in death in June 2005, and the devoted patriarch of four children and 12 grandchildren.

Born on July 16, 1927, in St. Louis, he was the son of the late Charles and Pauline Kausler.

He graduated from McKinley High School in St. Louis and attended Washington University in St. Louis, where he earned a bachelor’s degree and a doctorate in experimental psychology.

After serving in the U.S. Air Force, he was a psychology professor at the University of Arkansas and then, as chairman of the St. Louis University psychology department, he helped launch a doctorate program that remains strong today.

He was a Columbia resident since moving in 1971 from St. Louis.

During his 21 years on the MU faculty, he received much recognition, including a Curators’ Professor of Psychology Award, a Middlebush Professorship and a Byler Distinguished Professor Award.

He received substantial federal grant support for his aging research and served as mentor for a large number of graduate students who earned their doctoral degrees and now are leaders in the field.

Dr. Kausler is the author of four psychology textbooks and "The Graying of America," an encyclopedia on aging.

Now in its third edition, it is entitled "The Essential Guide to Aging in the Twenty-First Century."

He also served as the first associate editor of Psychology and Aging, a journal published by the American Psychological Association.

Personally, family and close friends will remember Dr. Kausler for his passion for St. Louis Cardinals baseball, poker, old movies, animals, playing games with his grandchildren and sipping a Manhattan.

Survivors include his daughters, Renee Ratna of Columbia and Jill Krupsaw and husband Jeff of Little Rock, Ark.; two sons, Don Kausler Jr. and wife Kathy of Anderson, S.C., and Barry Kausler and wife Sheila of Columbia; and 12 grandchildren, Neil Ratna of Boston and Tara Ratna of Los Angeles, Rose Kausler of Indianapolis, Paige Gregg of Greenwood, S.C., Donald Kausler III of Anderson, Rebecca Krupsaw, Daniel Krupsaw, Elizabeth Krupsaw and Kimberly Krupsaw, all of Little Rock, and Raquel Kausler, Jordan Kausler and Holden Kausler, all of Columbia.

Dr. Kausler was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Kausler.

Memorials may be made to the Donald H. Kausler Memorial Scholarship Fund, with all contributions being designated to the College of Arts & Science.

Donations should be sent to University of Missouri Gift Processing, 109 Reynolds Alumni Center, Columbia, Mo., 65211.

The name of the scholarship should be noted on the check.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com


Published Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Mary Frances Gonnerman, 81, of Columbia passed away Monday, Nov. 24, 2008, in Lincoln, Neb.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at Memorial Funeral Home. Inurnment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mary was born on May 11, 1927, in White Oak to Augustus Logan and Mary Caroline Robertson Luther, and they preceded her in death. She was married to Clarence John Gonnerman on Nov. 1, 1947, in Springfield, and he preceded her in death.

Mary was actively involved in many bridge groups, and she had a passion for gardening. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.

Mary worked for MFA Inc. in a variety of capacities for 29 years, concluding in 1992 as a corporate secretary.

She is survived by her sons, Mark Gonnerman and his significant other, Marty Behnen, of St. Louis, and John Gonnerman and his significant other, Kimberly Melvin, of Columbia; sisters Nellie Toole of Poplar Bluff and Phyllis King and husband Carroll of North Platte, Neb.; and grandchildren Danielle Marie Forbis and husband James Alexander of Kansas City, Kan., Dustin Alan Gonnerman of Columbia, Grant John Gonnerman of Chicago, Kyle Robert Gonnerman of Potosi, Boyd Francis Gonnerman of New Milford, N.J., and Kara T. Gonnerman of St. Louis.

She was also preceded in death by siblings Gladys Beach, Daisy Robinson, George Luther, Mabel Bush, Delbert Luther, Clarence Luther, Betty Luther and A.L. Luther.

Memorial contributions can be made to Missouri Heart Institute Foundation, c/o Melisa Caldwell, 1605 E. Broadway, Suite 300, Columbia, Mo., 65201. Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, November 30, 2008

James Orville Kilfoil, DDS, 74, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2008, at his home in Columbia.

Services will be at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, at Calvary Episcopal Church in Columbia with the Rev. Paula Robinson officiating. There will be a reception after the service in the parish hall.

Jim was born Feb. 28, 1934, in Oskaloosa, Iowa, to Orville Patrick Kilfoil and Irene Florence Martin Kilfoil. He graduated from Osky High School and enlisted in the Navy during the Korean conflict. After his discharge from the Navy, he attended William Penn College, graduating in three years. He worked for one year before entering the University of Iowa Dental School, graduating with his degree in 1964. He opened a dental practice in Marshalltown, Iowa, and later joined the Veterans Administration hospital as a staff dentist in Erie, Pa., moving to Columbia with the VA in 1972. He left the VA in 1985 and opened a practice in Columbia, semi-retiring in 2001.

While attending William Penn, Jim met Jeanette Rawson, and they were married on Feb. 28, 1958. He and Jeanette have four sons: James "Michael," Charles Martin, Steven John and David Allen. James and Jeanette divorced in 1978. On Nov. 15, 1980, he married Glenna Johnson Hulen in Columbia.

He enjoyed boating and fishing at Lake Ozark for many years. He also enjoyed attending Navy reunions for crews of the USS Mellette every year and keeping in touch with his Navy buddies.

James loved and cherished his children, stepchildren, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and they all loved him deeply. He had a very dry wit, and we will all remember his wonderful sense of humor and the twinkle in his eyes when he got us with one of his bad jokes or puns.

He was a member of Calvary Episcopal Church and was very active until his health began to fail. He especially enjoyed his more than 20 years of singing in the choir.

Jim is survived by his wife of 28 years, Glenna, of the home; his former spouse, Jeanette Crawford of Hartsburg; and his four sons and their families: Michael Kilfoil and spouse Lori of Hartsburg and their children, Katherine Elizabeth Kilfoil, James Patrick Kilfoil, Hunter Breedlove and Kaitlyn Breedlove; Charles Kilfoil of Richland, Wash., and his children, Shannon and Heather Kilfoil; Steven Kilfoil and spouse Barbara of Columbia and his children, Nathaniel "Nate" Kilfoil and Rhianna Kilfoil; and David Kilfoil of Columbia.

He is also survived by four stepchildren and their families: H. Socrates Hulen and wife Pamela of Columbia and their children Morgan Hulen and wife Amanda, Ashley Cherri and husband Matthew and daughter Dolce and McKinsey Hulen; Joni D. Grace and husband Rolla Jr. of San Jose, Calif., and their children, Rolla III and son Ethan, Kristin Duchmann and husband Taylor and son Charlie Scott, and Brian Grace; J. Marcus Hulen and wife Cyndi of Tulsa, Okla., and their children, Spencer Hulen, Jeffrey Kottre and wife Yoana and children Gabriel and Sabrina, Sarah Kottre Sproul and children Olivia and Kaden, and Kenneth Kottre and wife Nikki and children Jordan, Dominick and Ellie; Micah A. Hulen and fiancee Susan Kemp of Columbia and his children, Jessica Hulen and daughter Athena, and Jennifer Hulen.

Other survivors include aunt Millie Martin of Oskaloosa; and sister-in-law Jamie Sieveking and husband Steve; and nieces Hayley Melchert and son Jamison, and Sarah Melchert and daughter Kira Belle, all of Columbia.

Memorials are suggested to Calvary Episcopal Church Memorial Garden Fund, 123 S. Ninth St., Columbia, Mo., 65201, or Central Missouri Humane Society, 616 Big Bear Blvd., Columbia, Mo., 65202, or a charity of the donor’s choice.


Published Monday, December 8, 2008

Richard Johnson, 77, of Columbia passed away Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008, at his home.

Graveside services, conducted by the Rev. Diane Walk, will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, at Memorial Park Cemetery in Columbia. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Nilson Funeral Home.

Mr. Johnson was born Dec. 24, 1930, to William Bryan and Jewel Lane Johnson in Columbia. He married Helen Morgan on Jan. 7, 1995, in Columbia.

He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1950 to 1952. He was a member of the VFW Post 280. He entertained many people for more than 20 years as a member of the Rhythm Kings Dance Band.

Survivors include his wife, Helen Johnson; son Wayne Johnson of Jefferson City; daughters Carla Johnson of Columbia and Kay Wilson of Phoenix; stepchildren Linda Faler of Quincy, Ill., Laura Fuller of Columbia, Cindy LeBaube of Bozeman, Mont., Sean Huggans of Columbia and Jamie Huggans of Warrensburg; and grandchildren Amanda Garnatz, Kelsey Garnatz and Morgan Johnson.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Community Hospices of America, 3050 I-70 Drive S.E., Suite 100, Columbia, Mo., 65201.


Published Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Beatrice Joann Gasperson, 56, of Columbia passed away Monday, Dec. 8, 2008.

She was born on Sept. 9, 1952, at Fort Leonard Wood, the daughter of William Gasperson and Anna Gasperson.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, at Memorial Funeral Home.

Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from noon until service time Thursday at the funeral home.

Bea worked for ACT, Alternative Community Training. She was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church and Boone County Group Home.

Survivors include her mother, Anna Gasperson, and step-father, William Dilse; siblings, Mike Gasperson and wife Becky, Myra Little and husband Mark, Patti Thomas and husband Danny and Sandy Kite and husband Troy, all of Columbia; several nieces and nephews; and great nieces and great nephews also survive.

She was preceded in death by her father, William Gasperson; maternal and paternal grandparents and nephew, Adam Little.

Memorial contributions may be made to ACT, 2200 Burlington, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Thursday, December 11, 2008

William Adkins, 75, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, at Parker Funeral Service with the Rev. Jim Smith officiating. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 12, at the funeral home. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery with military honors by VFW Post 280.

Bill was born Jan. 24, 1933, to John F. and Margaret E. Robnett Adkins.

Bill served in the U.S. Army and was a Korean veteran.

He volunteered working bingo at the Columbia Senior Center, VFW Post 280 and the Ladies Auxiliary.

Bill’s favorite pastimes were also at the Senior Center - playing pool and joining his friends in a card game or two. Bill loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping and spending time with all his good friends.

Bill is survived by Louise, his wife of 52 years; a son Larry and his fiancee, Donna Roth of St. Charles; brother Roy Adkins and wife Diz; two nieces; and a nephew.

He was preceded in death by his parents and infant daughter, Sharon Kay Adkins.

Memorials may be made to the Columbia Senior Center or the Diabetes Foundation.

Online condolences may be left at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Thursday, December 11, 2008

Georgia C. Adair, 104, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008, at The Bluffs.

Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12, at Parker Funeral Service with the Rev. Dennis Swearngin officiating. Visitation will be from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Millersburg Cemetery.

Georgia was born Jan. 22, 1904, in Boone County to George W. and Minnie Chandler Cundiff. She married William Keith Adair on Oct. 3, 1923, and he preceded her in death on Feb. 2, 1988.

Georgia graduated from Columbia High School.

She and her husband owned W.K. Adair Hatchery for more than 10 years. She worked for 23 years as a nurse at Boone Hospital, including 10 years in the nursery caring for newborns.

She loved her family gatherings, friends, vegetable and flower gardening.

Survivors include a daughter, Marjorie Merideth of Fulton; four grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and two sisters.

Memorial may be given to Olivet Christian Church. Online condolences for the family may be sent to www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Thursday, December 11, 2008

Elrie L. Moreau, 89, of Columbia passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia with a visitation from 1 p.m. until the service time at the funeral home. Burial will follow the funeral service at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Elrie L. Moreau was born on Sept. 11, 1919, in Boone County to William Arch and Gertrude Moreau. He was united in marriage to Vinita Cathey on March 21, 1948, at Wilkes Boulevard Methodist Church. Mr. Moreau was a lifelong baseball fan.

Mr. Moreau is survived by his wife, Vinita; three children, Linda, Leah, and Steven and his wife, Nancee; and two grandchildren, Cameron and Taylor.

Mr. Moreau was preceded in death by his parents; nine brothers; and two sisters.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Friday, December 12, 2008

Ethel Anderson, 97, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Dec. 11, 2008, at her home.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 16, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Ethel was born on Aug. 19, 1911, in Cape Girardeau, one of nine children of Dr. A.C. and Ethel Miller Magill.

She received her degree from Southeast Missouri State University when she was 18 years old. She met her husband, Howard Anderson, while attending school there.

She was a housewife and mother on a dairy farm before she taught elementary school and worked as a secretary for the city of Columbia and University of Missouri Ellis Library. She was also the director of placement for the School of Library Science at MU before retiring. She was a member and the volunteer membership secretary for Missouri United Methodist Church for many years before losing her vision to macular degeneration.

She liked people and enjoyed taking walks.

She had six children, 15 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.

Survivors include sons William Joe Anderson of Cantrall, Ill., and John Anderson of Columbia; daughters Martha Galisky of Lompoc, Calif., Nancy Story of Greenville, S.C., and Merle Aufill of Las Vegas; sisters Frances Hunter of Sikeston and Lee Kaempfer of Aledo, Ill.; and brother James Magill of Burke, Va.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, five brothers and sisters, one son and one grandson.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Missouri United Methodist Church, 204 S. Ninth St., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Monday, December 15, 2008

Adele Henrietta Rothermich, 87, of Columbia passed away Sunday, Dec. 14, 2008, at Ashland Villa.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 17, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until service time Wednesday at the church.

She was born on March 25, 1921, in St. Louis, the daughter of the late George and Cecilia Schult Keim. She was united in marriage to Earl Rothermich in 1946, and he preceded her in death in 1987.

Mrs. Rothermich was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.

Survivors include her children, Robert Rothermich and wife Donna of Alma, Richard Rothermich and wife Joann of Trenton, and Susan Cathey and husband Phil of Columbia; sister Marie Hellmann; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by one brother.

Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Lourdes, Central Missouri Humane Society or charity of donor’s choice.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, December 21, 2008

William Joseph "Joe" Cragin, 80, of Columbia died Friday, Dec. 19, 2008, after a brief battle with cancer.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 24, at Parker Funeral Service. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Joe was born on Jan. 9, 1928, in Lynn, Mass. to Ethel and William Cragin.

Joe played as a fullback, 33, at Lynn Classical High School in Lynn. In the summer he worked as a lifeguard and gave dance instruction at Arthur Murray Dance Studio. Upon graduation in 1946, he enlisted in the Army Corps of Engineers and was sent to Los Alamos, N.M. He was stationed on the hill where the Trinity project took place. He served with the Atomic Energy Commission at Los Alamos. Joe became a guard in the security division, and he was the first solider to bear the title "Solider of the Week" at Los Alamos. During his enlistment he was awarded the World War II Victory Medal. About this time, he became aware of Cora Lee Stephenson, also known as Corky. She also was a World War II WAC in security. They met, fell in love and were married Dec. 27, 1946. Their favorite pastime was dancing to their song "Stardust." They were married 59 years. When discharged from the Army, he and Cora returned to Columbia. She preceded him in death.

Joe took advantage of the GI Bill and worked as a draftsman with Dave Clark, an architect, while studying to be a licensed architect.

Joe became a registered architect on Feb. 25, 1960, and worked with Clark from 1949 to 1961. He was in private practice from 1960 to 1966 doing a variety of work in residential, office buildings and churches. Joe accepted a position with the Farmer’s Home Administration in 1966 and was employed there until 1990. He traveled Missouri inspecting HUD homes and other buildings for the state. After retirement, he continued to work with organizations on a private status. His memberships included: AIA, NARFE, life membership of the Los Alamos Historical Society, American Legion Post 202, Golden Tigers, Baptist Bowling League, Fabulous 50s and Calvary Baptist Church, where he served on various committees and enjoyed singing in the Evergreen Choir. He was an active member of Boonslick Kiwanis since 1986, serving as president, treasurer and on the board of directors for 11 years. He worked with Special Olympics, State Senior Games and enjoyed working the concessions at the MU football games. He was on the board of directors at the Columbia Area Senior Center. Joe was always ready to volunteer. A runner, dancer, singer, friend, father and grandfather, Joe was loved and will be missed.

Joe is survived by his daughters, Marie Annette Ray and husband Harry of Shelby, Ala. and Michele Angela Palmer of Springfield; a granddaughter, Michelle Ray Smith and husband Alan of St. Louis; two great-granddaughters, Veronica and Isabelle; a brother, Robert and wife Gloria Cragin of Richland, Wash.; and a nephew, Sean Cragin of Calif.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife and a nephew, Michael Cragin.

In lieu of flowers donations may be given to the Columbia Area Senior Center, 1121 Business Loop 70 E, Columbia, Mo., 65201 or Calvary Baptist Church, 606 Ridgeway Ave., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Sunday, December 21, 2008

Joan Frances Simon, 90, of Columbia passed away Friday, Dec. 19, 2008, at Boone Hospital Center.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 23 at Memorial Funeral Home, with visitation from 10 a.m. until time of service.

Joan was born on Feb. 16, 1918, in Indianapolis, the daughter of Hal Benton Johnson and Mildred McPherson Johnson. She was united in marriage to B.D. Simon on Aug. 16, 1940, in Columbia, and he survives.

Joan grew up in Mount Vernon. She then attended the university of Missouri, graduating with honors in 1940 with a degree in education. While at MU she was Savitar Queen, president of the Tri Delta sorority and the first female student body officer. There she met her future husband, B.D., who was a star football player and engineering student.

After stints of living in Panama and St. Louis and time out for B.D.’s extended duty in World War II, the couple returned to Columbia, where they made their lifelong home and raised four children.

While raising her four children - of whom she was always intensely proud - Joan was also very active in community organizations, particularly PEO. She was president of the AZ chapter of PEO. She was also very involved with the Tri Delta alumnae group.

To her family, her greatest accomplishments were that she was always a loyal, loving wife and a wonderful mother.

In addition to her husband, survivors include her four children, B. Daniel Simon and wife Leah Beth of Columbia, J. Stephen Simon and wife Susan of Dallas, Joan Sheryl Schlendorf of Mount Lebanon, Pa. and Michael J. Simon and wife Anita of Winter Haven, Fla.; thirteen grandchildren, Stephanie Rahman, Michael Simon, Scott Kennett, Leah Kennett, Marnie Medina, Angela Reynolds, Candice Murillo, David Schlendorf, Kelly Schlendorf, Andrew Schlendorf, Peter Schlendorf, Ross Simon and Catherine Simon; and seven great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Shelter in care of Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70, Columbia, Mo. 65202.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Tuesday, December 23, 2008

Dr. Asa Breckenridge Crowe, 86, of Columbia passed away Sunday, Dec. 21, 2008.

A private memorial will be held by the family.

Dr. Crowe was born Sept. 1, 1922, in Charleston, Mo., to Dr. John Harry and Paula Gay Crowe.

Dr. Crowe attended Southeast Missouri State University and Westminster College and was a graduate of the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry.

He served with the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity, Missouri Dental Association and American Legion. He was a partner in the Doctors’ Park in Columbia. Dr. Crowe practiced general dentistry for 40 years in Charleston and Columbia.

He leaves his wife, Sonya Taylor Crowe; daughters Michelle Hester and Suzanne DeMarco; son Mark Breckenridge Crowe; four grandchildren; a sister, Patricia Phillips; and a sister-in-law, Ann Crowe. He was preceded in death by a son, Randall Breckenridge Crowe; a brother, John Harry Crowe Jr.; and his parents.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Marie A. Freemyer, 88, of Columbia passed away Monday, Dec. 22, 2008, at Bluff Creek Terrace.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 29, at Nilson Funeral Home. Visitation will be from noon to 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Marie was born Nov. 27, 1920, in St. Louis to Williams and Antoinette Ehelebe. Later she moved to Kansas City, Kan., where her mother remarried Francis Gaynor. Marie married James Chancellor in 1941 and moved to Columbia. In 1954, she married Rex Freemyer.

She was an avid bowler and charter member in the bowlers’ Hall of Fame. She loved her cats and flowers. She and her late husband owned and operated the Minute Inn for more than 25 years.

Survivors include two sons, Richard Chancellor and Terry Chancellor, and one daughter, Cindy Cellar, all of Columbia; one sister, Lillian Soptic of Kansas City; six grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother and both husbands.

In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to the Central Missouri Humane Society.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nilson Funeral Home.


Published Friday, December 26, 2008

Douglas H. "Scottie" Garrett, 87, formerly of Columbia, died Dec. 22, 2008, at his home in Hannibal.

A memorial visitation will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 28, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. In keeping with a long-standing custom in the Garrett household, a Scottish New Year Eve’s Hogmanay will be held at the home in Hannibal, this time to celebrate the life and wonderful times of Scottie Garrett.

He will be remembered by Columbians as the person responsible for the beauty surrounding the Shelter Insurance home office, including Shelter Gardens.

Scottie was born Aug. 11, 1921, in the small village of Minnigaff, Kirkcudbrightshire, on the southern tip of Scotland. At age 15, he joined the British Merchant Marine. When he was not at sea, he worked in the Trossachs Hotel and the Hydro in Peebles training as a chef.

On Dec. 6, 1941, his merchant ship was torpedoed and sunk. He was one of 13 survivors. He was in the north Atlantic for six days and suffered nerve damage to his eyes from the cold and glare off water. After his hospitalization, he was designated as a distressed British seaman waiting for a British merchant ship to get back to Scotland. During one of the convoys during World War II to Murmansk, Russia, 26 of 38 ships were sunk. After that trip, Scottie decided he wanted fast ships and guns. He joined the American Navy and was in charge of the Chiefs’ Mess on board the USS Cabot. While on leave in Philadelphia, one of his shipmates invited him to join him in Flint, Mich., to visit friends.

Scottie had read about a ship called the City of Flint, a rescue ship. Although the ship was not named after the city, it intrigued him, so he went. One of the friends his shipmate was visiting just happened to be a Malden girl, Miriam Olivia Insco, also visiting relatives in Flint. Reluctantly, Miriam agreed to go out with the "sailor," even though he was a foreigner.Conversation was sparse, but somehow there was a second and third date. Every time Scottie asked her anything she would answer "No" - later saying she couldn’t understand him so decided "No" was the best answer. He went back to sea and a second leave and lots of letters followed; but most of their courtship was through letters.

They were married March 22, 1946, in Flint and came to Missouri on their honeymoon and never left.They opened the Good Morning Cafe in Neosho and then moved to Columbia in Sept. 1947.Scottie became chef at Breisch’s Restaurant and later at Howard Johnson’s.

When MFA Insurance, now Shelter Insurance, built its home office in 1957, he became cafeteria manager through Crotty Brothers, the management company operating the cafeteria. When the insurance company assumed management of the cafeteria, Scottie continued as manager. In 1966, he also assumed responsibility for the building and grounds and began a program of beautification that has earned local and national honors for the corporate headquarters.

Scottie retired from Shelter Insurance in September 1986 as the home office superintendent of building and grounds.

During his years with Shelter Insurance, his inspiration and expertise transformed an old farm - 56 acres of grass and only seven trees - into the present home office grounds, one of the most beautiful garden landscapes in the United States. He also was in charge of the planning and building of the Home Office Fountain, dedicated on Sept. 16, 1966.

Shelter Gardens has received numerous landscaping awards for Scottie’s expert work. Working with landscape designer and former University of Missouri football player Roger Yanko, Scottie supervised the construction of the gardens, which were dedicated Aug. 4, 1975.

In 1980, Scottie accepted the Grand Award for office parks maintained by an in-house staff. The award is the highest honor presented by the Professional Grounds Management Society, a national organization with 100,000 members.

For his dedicated service, Scottie received the first Gustav J. Lehr Award for Personal Service in 1985. The Lehr Award medal recognized the Companies’ highest honor for service to others. Scottie’s service was to the people of MFA and Shelter Insurance, the entire community of Columbia and to the tens of thousands of visitors who have walked through Shelter Gardens or sat by the fountain.

While in charge of home office cafeteria operations, Scottie was noted for the "fancy foods" he would prepare for company events. His creative centerpieces for company banquets ranged from ice sculptures to butter sculptures of Missouri football mascots and bowling figures. He bowled regularly in the company league and was a member of a company tourney championship team. His other sports passion was soccer long before it became popular in the area, and he helped coach informal soccer practices.

After retirement, Scottie and Miriam lived in Columbia, and he continued to pursue professional landscaping as a consultant, including the gardens in front of Ellis Fischel Cancer Center. They moved to Hannibal in September 2003 to be near their daughter, Gayla. Miriam died after a lengthy illness on Sept. 22, 2003.

Scottie was a member of Acacia Lodge. He also was a devoted fan of the Scottish poet Robert Burns and enjoyed reciting his works to friends in his strong Scottish accent. One he quoted frequently was "To A Mouse," which includes the famous lines, "The best-laid schemes o’ mice an’ men gang aft agley, an’ lea’e us naught but grief an’ pain for promis’d joy."

It is safe to say that few, if any, of Scotties’ plans went awry, and the joy his schemes brought to us helps us now in our grief and pain at his passing.

Survivors include daughter Gayla Norell Garrett; grandsons Douglas Clayton Henson and wife Megan and R. Garrett Henson and wife Kim; great-grandchildren, Andrew Sullivan Henson, Alexis Lynn Henson and Maxene Elizabeth Henson; sister Fay Hollands of Peebles, Scotland; brother Moir Garrett of Milngavie, Scotland; several nieces and nephews in Texas, Wyoming and Scotland; and many close friends who were his extended family.

The family suggests memorials to Shriner’s Hospital, 2001 S. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, Mo., 63131-3597; Missouri Lions Eye Research Foundation, 404 Portland St., Columbia, Mo., 65201; Boone County Fire Protection District Pipe and Drums, 2202 I-70 Drive N.W., Columbia, Mo., 65201; or Happy Tails Animal Sanctuary, 5900 S. Rangeline Road, Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Friday, December 26, 2008

Ralph K. Fenton, 86, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2008, in Columbia.

Services will be 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 29, at Memorial Funeral Home with visitation from 9:30 to 11 a.m.

Mr. Fenton was born Nov. 25, 1922, in Boone County to Hartley B. and Mora Pearl Phillippe Fenton. On June 15, 1947, he married Vera Evelyn Acton in Columbia, and it was for keeps. They celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary in June 2008, and Evelyn survives at the home.

They were both longtime members of the Woodlandville United Methodist Church. Ralph didn’t think that life was just to be endured - it was to be enjoyed. Especially in his younger years, he was the life of the party.

He has a zest for living and a great sense of humor. As an example, he weathered a lot of physical storms due to loss of hearing, sight (macular degeneration) and Parkinson’s disease, causing him to lose his ability to walk. After several bouts with health problems, someone at church asked him how he was, and his answer was, "I’m feeling somewhere between fantastic and terrible."

The community has lost a true gentleman and friend. He always had a kind word to say and a smile to share.

His many friends will miss him, but I would bet that he has already hung up a barber pole, and he and some of his friends are looking down on us here today.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Randall Ralph of Rocheport and Richard Mark and wife Kelly; two grandchildren, Nicole Jean and Kyle Richard Fenton, both of Pleasant Hill; two brothers, Carl and Dale Fenton, both of Columbia; sister Helen Graves of Columbia; and a number of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Donald Eugene.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Woodlandville United Methodist Church, Ralph Fenton Memorial, c/o Virgil Gardner, 5251 Route J, Rocheport, Mo., 65279.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 



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