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Floyd “Bill” Windsor Jr., father of John Windsor, deceased (Class of 1963) and Jerry Windsor (Class of 1964) passed away Dec. 30, 2015.

Edward J. Metzen, father of Greg Metzen (Class of 1975), Kathy Smithee (Class of 1976), Steve Metzen (Class of 1978) and Melanie West (Class of 1984) passed away Saturday, Dec. 26, 2015.

Myron “Mike” Kraff, father of Michael Kraff, deceased (Class of 1985) and Kevin Kraff (Class of 1987) passed away Saturday, Dec. 26, 2015, at Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital.

Florence “Flo” Turner, mother of Bobbie Nichols (Class of 1959), Jackie White (Classof 1966), Sammy Porter (Class of 1967) and Ginny Adair (Class of 1969) passed away Monday, Dec. 21, 2015, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia.

Gerry Roberts, mother of Carolyn Douglas (Class of 1958), Evelyn Harned (Class of 1958), Allen Roberts (Class of 1971), Jan Myers (Class of 1977) and Jeff Roberts (Class of 1977) passed away Friday, Dec. 18, 2015 in Columbia.

Maurice Preston Shrum, husband of Laura Sapp (Class of 1980) passed away Thursday, Dec. 17, 2015, at Boone Hospital.

Donald “Don” Leete Mayse, father of Brian Mayse (Class of 1992) passed away Friday, Dec. 11, 2015, at his home in Columbia.

Clara V. “Jenny” Strawn, mother of Mary Nelson (Class of 1960), Steve Strawn (Class of 1967) and Shirley Kowalewski (Class of 1975) passed away Thursday, Dec. 10, 2015.

Beth Anne Paige, daughter of Martha Cottle Featherstone (Class of 1958) and Mike Galbreath (1958 Kewpie) passed away on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015.

Peggy Mae Curtright Heifner Hurst, mother of Shelley Heifner Lee (Class of 1976) and stepmother of Debra Hurst (Class of 1976), Dr. William Hurst (Class of 1979) and David Hurst (Class of 1980) passed away Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015.

Dr. Thomas R. Marrero, father of Anthony Marrero (Class of 1990), Thomas W. “Tom” Marrero (Class of 1990 ) and Margie Marrero (Classof 1993) passed away Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2015, at Lenoir Woods.

Stephen Douglas Sears, husband of Nancy Stuart (Class of 1964) passed away November 29, 2015.

Martha Jo Stephens Toler, widow of Bill Toler (Class of 1941) and Jerry Thomasson (Class of 1941) passed away Friday, Nov. 27, 2015 in Columbia.

Mary Alice Frazier, mother of Racyene Bach, deceased (Class of 1965) passed away Friday, Nov. 27, 2015 in Columbia.

Darwin Shern, husband of Maryetta Martz (Class of 1950) passed away Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015, at Boone Hospital.

Ora Lee Hannibal, mother of Donald Connor (Class of 1966) and James E. Hannibal (Class of 1975) passed away Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2015, at Boone Landing Senior Living in Columbia.

Mary Peyton Hubbell Avery, mother of George Hubbell (Class of 1973) passed away Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015, at Lenoir Woods in Columbia.

Joseph Charles “Butch” Antal, father of Katie Bolton (Class of 2003) died at home in Ashland on Friday, Nov. 13, 2015.

Clare L. Jensen, mother of Pam Elias (Class of 1974) and of Susan Kempf (Class of 1977) passed away Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2015.

Margaret “Peggy” Hegstad, mother of Don Hegstad (Class of 1972) passed away on Monday, Nov. 9, 2015.

Diane Davis Acuff, wife of Philip Acuff (Class of 1949) passed away Saturday, November 7, 2015 in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Shirley Jean Alexander, mother of Steve Alexander (Class of 1977) and Randall Alexander (Class of 1984) passed away Friday, Nov. 6, 2015.

Carol M. Sechler, mother of Teena Ligman (Class of 1973) and Lisa Sechler (Class of 1981) passed away, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2015, at her home in Columbia.

Joanne Johnson Jones, mother of Randall C. Jones (Class of 1970), Jeanne L. Pfander (Class of 1973) and Terrill D. Jones (Class of 1975) passed away Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015, at her home in Columbia.

Frank P. Hennessy, father of Sean Michael Hennessy (Class of 1980) and Kevin Raymond Hennessy (Class of 1981) died Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015, at Laurie Care Center in Laurie.

Barbara Ann “Bobbi” (Kraus) Wood, mother of Bradley Dale Wood (Class of 2003) passed away Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia.

Vera M. Franke, mother of Robert Franke, deceased (Class of 1973) and Karen Franke (Class of 1984) passed away Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015, at The Bluffs with her family at her side.

Dr. Asit Prakas Basu, father of Amit Basu (Class of 1985) and Shumit Basu (Class of 1990) passed away on Monday, Oct. 19, 2015.

Virginia “Ginny” Lee Owens, mother of Karen Lee Pletz, deceased (Class of 1965), Susan Lee Dasta (Class of 1970) and Leslie A. Owens (Class of 1972) passed away Friday, Oct. 16, 2015.

Florence J. VanWagner, mother of Teri VanWagner Allen (Class of 1973) passed away on Friday, Oct. 16, 2015, in Columbia.

Orian D. Smith, wife of Evelyn Beebe Smith (Class of 1945) passed away Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2015, in Columbia.

Dale Thomas Smarr, brother of Larry Smarr, deceased (Class of 1968) passed away Saturday, Oct. 10, 2015.

Ruby Lucille Johnson-McCray, mother of Linda Johnson Gilpin (Class of 1975) passed away Friday, Oct. 9, 2015, at Columbia Manor Care Center.

E. Frederick “Fred” List, father of Elaine Kent (Class of 1966) and Lucia Quearry (Class of 1973) passed away Thursday, Oct. 8, 2015.

Maxine McCoy, mother of Towanda Shahid (Class of 1994) passed away Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2015, at in Columbia.

Barbara Jean Koch, sister of Betty Koch Ballenger (Class of 1962) passed away Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2015, at her home in Columbia.

John T. Morgan, father of Scott Morgan (Class of 1980) and Gregg Morgan (Class of 1983) passed away Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2015, at Boone Hospital Center.

Dr. Robert V. Penfield, father of Jonathan Penfield (Class of 1987) and Michael Penfield (Class of 1991) died Monday, Oct. 5, 2015, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg, Missouri.

Vicki D. Wickman Straub, wife of James Straub (Class of 1961) passed away Monday, Sept. 28, 2015 at her home in Columbia.

Elisabeth Holman Luetjen, mother of Amy Lisabeth Luetjen (Class of 1981) passed away Sunday, Sept. 27, 2015.

Harriet J. Hardiman, mother of William Richard Hardiman (Class of 1970), Norman Hardiman (Class of 1973) and Karen Hardiman (Class of 1981) passed away Friday, Sept. 25, 2015, at Boone Hospital Center.

Ronald Monroe Jr., brother of Arnel Monroe (Class of 1985) passed away Friday, September 25, 2015 in Pierre, South Dakota.

Helen Louise Hampton, mother of Jeanene Stringham (Class of 1973), Janet Mueller-Alsup (Class of 1974) and Greg Hampton (Class of 1980) passed away Monday, Sept. 21, 2015 in Columbia.

George Farris, father of David Farris (Class of 1972), Donna Ellison (Class of 1979) and Michael Farris (Class of 1990) passed away Thursday, Sept. 10, 2015, at his home in Columbia.

Alice M. Stott, wife of Russ Stott (Class of 1957) passed away Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2015, in Columbia.

Karen Oliger, mother of Eric Christopher Oliger (Class of 1988) and Ehren Sebring Oliger (Class of 1989) passed away Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015, in Columbia.

Elinka Elterman “Elenor Cooper", mother of Gil Cooper (Class of 1982) died Friday, Sept. 4, 2015, at the Medicalodge South in Pittsburg, Kansas.

Maydell Henry Senn, mother of Rick Senn (Class of 1983) died Monday, Aug. 31, 2015, at Day Memorial Hospital in Lebanon, N.H.

Frances Mae (Baker) Elderbrook, mother of Donna (Class of 1967) and Paula (Class of 1972) passed away Monday, Aug. 31, 2015.

Kenneth Louis Spencer, father of Robin Morrison (Class of 1985) and Russell Spencer (Class of 1989) passed away at his home in Columbia, Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015.

Charles Eldon Drennan, father of Tim Drennan (Class of 1970) passed away Monday, Aug. 24, 2015, at his home in Columbia.

Robert E. ”Bob” Eubanks, father of Kenneth Mark Eubanks (Class of 1975) and Carol Dwyer-Adams (Class of 1976) passed away Monday, Aug. 24, 2015.

Floyd E. Kaiser, father of Whitney Neufeld-Kaiser (Class of 1988) passed away Saturday, Aug. 22, 2015.

Larry D. Wooden, father of Natalee Thornton (Class of 1996) passed away peacefully on Wednesday Aug. 19, 2015.

Kirk Travis Mescher, father of Kris Mescher (Class of 2005) and Kelsey Mescher (Class of 2008) passed away Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2015.

Connie I. Welty, mother of Christy Ludeman (Class of 1988) and Richard Welty (Class of 1992) passed away at University Hospital on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2015, in Columbia.

Herbert W. “Pee-Wee” Crum Sr., father of Cossandra Crum (Class of 1977), Gerod Crum (Class of 1979), Herbert Crum Jr. (Class of 1983) and Damon Crum (Class of 1987) passed away Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2015, at Landmark Hospital.

Virgil L. Cagle, father of Suzanne Spoon (Class of 1968) and Ivy Canole (Class of 1970) passed away on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015.

Phyllis Ann Murray, wife of Don Murray, deceased (Class of 1946) passed away Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2015, at her home in Columbia.

Kenneth Ray Shern, father of Brenda Polasik (Class of 1982), Ken Shern (Class of 1984), Karen Gunter (Class of 1986) and Julie Kardis (Class of 1988) passed away on Monday, Aug. 3, 2015, in Columbia.

Dr. Edward Rodney Thaden, father of Bob Thaden (Class of 1974), John Thaden (Class of 1975), Katie Petersen (Class of 1978) and Patty Williamson (Class of 1978) passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2015.

Betty Ann Newby, mother Gregg Newby (Class of 1971) and Britt Newby (Class of 1972) died on Wednesday, July 22, 2015.

Retha Elizabeth Schuder, mother of Linda Brown (Class of 1965), Charles Wayne Schuder (Class of 1967) and Jonna Elizabeth Schuder (Class of 1974) died Sunday, July 12, 2015, at Lenoir Woods.

Donald Glen “Doc” Marquardt, father of Lisa Jo Marquardt (Class of 1988) and Kevin Lee Marquardt (Class of 1989) passed away on Friday, July 10, 2015.

Bonnie Gay (Mickey) Burnam, mother of Mike Burnam (Class of 1971), Tim Burnam (Class of 1976), Kim Flower (Class of 1978) and Cris Burnam (Class of 1981) passed away Friday, July 10, 2015.

Shirley Elizabeth Forsee, wife of Charles Forsee (Class of 1957) passed away Friday, July 10, 2015.

Opal Marilyn Ruggles, mother of Meredith Diane Ruggles (Class of 1976) and Deborah Lynn Ruggles (Class of 1980) passed away Monday, July 6, 2015.

Shirley “Sue” Mardoyan, mother of Dr. Jennifer Mardoyan Apperson (Class of 1974), Jeff V. Mardoyan (Class of 1976) and Rev. Jonique Mardoyan Will (Class of 1981) passed away Friday, July 3, 2015, at Boone Hospital.

Helen E. McQuitty, mother of Elmer E. McQuitty and Ethel D. Jones (Class of 1966) passed away Sunday, June 28, 2015, at Boone Hospital.

Morris Cavanaugh Sr., father of Morris Cavanaugh, Jr. (Class of 1974) and Robert Cavanaugh (Class of 1978) passed away June 26, 2015 at Ashland Heath Care.

Thornton Jenkins, father of Spring Jenkins Walton (Class of 1963) passed away Thursday, June 25, 2015.

Sara Lucinda Eggleston Rohrs, daughter of Sara Elizabeth Rohrs Ringbauer (Class of 2010) passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2015, at her home in Columbia.

Harold Franklin Reisch, father of Susan Kay Berkley (Class of 1965) died Tuesday morning, June 23, 2015.

Orville Lee Corley Jr., father of Karen Talmage (Class of 1975) passed away Monday, June 22, 2015.

Franklin “Wayne” Taylor, father of Deborah Fischgrabe (Class of 1972), Karen Schnetzler (Class of 1974) and Tammi Cook (Class of 1981) passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2015, in Columbia.

Ellen Kathleen Carter, daughter of Reba Papen Coleman Meadows (Class of 1957) passed away Thursday, June 18, 2015, at her home in Columbia.

Gary Fredrick Krause, father of Karen Koeppe (Class of 1975) died Tuesday, June 16, 2015, at his home in Columbia.

Doris Faye Stewart, mother of James Queen (Class of 1969) and Gloria Queen Gaus (Class of 1972) passed away Tuesday morning, June 16, 2015, at Lenoir Woods in Columbia.

Annabell W. Dexheimer, wife of George Dexheimer, deceased (Class of 1948) passed away Saturday, June 13, 2015, in Marietta, Georgia.

Wilma C. Pepmiller, mother of Philip Pepmiller (Class of 1971) passed away Sunday, June 7, 2015.

Beverly Phillips, mother of Shawn M. Phillips (Class of 2005) passed away June 3, 2015.

Sid McClard, father of Syd McClard (Class of 1974) and Dan McClard (Class of 1975) died Sunday, May 31, 2015.

Arthur Joseph Schneider, husband of Vicki Kay Calloway (Class of 1968) passed away Saturday, May 30, 2015.

Mary L. Hoff, mother of Nancy Sullins (Class of 1973), Susan Nixon (Class of 1976), Charles Hoff (Class of 1984) and John Hoff (Class of 1987) passed away Monday, June 1, 2015, in Columbia.

Carl William Kenney Sr., father of Sandra Kenney (Class of 1974) and Carl Kenney Jr. (Class of 1977) died Sunday, May 24, 2015 in Columbia.

Rosemary “Jennie” Entsminger, mother of Cheri Meyer (Class of 1966) and Patti Moore (Class of 1969) passed away Friday, May 22, 2015, at the Neighborhoods by Tiger Place in Columbia.

Dr. Arthur E. “Buck” Rikli, father of Robert Rikli (Class of 1972) passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 20, 2015, at his home in Columbia.

George W. Belcher, father of Ronald Hayes (Class of 1969), Terry Belcher (Class of 1973), Jerry Belcher (Class of 1975) and Jerome Belcher (Class of 1976) passed away Monday, May 18, 2015.

Joseph Francis Saathoff, father of Daniel Saathoff (Class of 1972), Patrick Saathoff (Class of 1973), Gregory Saathoff (Class of 1975), Mary Blackwell (Class of 1977), Joanne Saathoff Lupo (Class of 1980) and Stephen Saathoff (Class of 1983) passed away Friday, May 15, 2015, in Austin, Texas.

Peter Brett Prentiss, father of Craig (Class of 1984) and Laura (Class of 1987), died Wednesday, May 13, 2015.

Robert (Bob) Joseph Bechtold, father of Joe Bechtold (Class of 1985) died Saturday, May 9, 2015.

Jackie Sue Williams, sister of Charles Lee Baker Jr. (Class of 1985), passed away Friday, May 8, 2015.

Trevor Jackson Hourigan, son of Greg Hourigan, deceased (Class of 1963) and Judi Jackson Hourigan (Class of 1962) passed away Thursday, May 7, 2015.

Robert E. Kren, father of Stephanie Lee Kren (Class of 1969) and James Page Kren (Class of 1972) passed away Thursday, May 7, 2015, in Thousand Oaks, Calif.

Madaline Acklie Muhrer, mother of Verle Muhrer (Class of 1957) died Thursday, April 30, 2015, at Candlelight Lodge Assisted Living Facility in Columbia.

Dennis Lynn Welty, father of Christy Ludeman (Class of 1988) and Richard Welty (Class of 1992) passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2015, at his home in Columbia.

Mary Ruth (Lennox) Washington mother of William Lee Washington (Class of 1964) and Louis Edward Washington (Class of 1969) died Sunday, April 26, 2015.

Eugene H. Gruender Sr., father of Eugene H. Gruender Jr. (Class of 1964), John Robert Gruender, deceased (Class of 1966) and Joseph Wayne Gruender (Class of 1974) died Sunday, April 26, 2015.

Dr. James C. Denninghoff, father of Carol Denninghoff (Class of 1969) and James S. Denninghoff (Class of 1973) passed away Saturday, April 25, 2015, in Columbia.

Mabel G. Reeves-Smith, mother of Randy R. Reeve (Class of 1965) died Saturday, April 25, 2015.

Rose Mary Langland, mother of Lance Langland (Class of 1990) passed away Monday, April 20, 2015, at home in Columbia.

Dr. Melvin G. Blase, father of Louis Blase (Class of 1981) and Ann Blase (Class of 1987) passed away Sunday, April 19, 2015.

Rolla Grace Sr., father of Rolla Grace Jr. (Class of 1976) and Jerry Grace (Class of 1977) passed away Friday, April 17, 2015, in Columbia.

Florence Akey, mother of Mary Mordica Perkins (Class of 1966) passed away, April 17, 2015 at South Hampton Place in Columbia.

Charles Kenneth Engelbrecht, father of Letitia Burnett (Class of 1979) and Lyle Engelbrecht (Class of 1981) passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2015.

Dr. John Ford Townsend, father of Sarah Henderson (Class of 1984), Rachel L. Townsend (Class of 1985), Daniel J. Townsend (Class of 1987) and David B. Townsend (Class of 1989) passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2015, at The Bluffs in Columbia.

Roy T. Gallemore III, son of Roy T. Gallemore II, deceased (Class of 1948) died Sunday, April, 12, 2015.

Detective Sgt. Robert Dale “Moose” Muse, father of Nicky Muse (Class of 1977) passed away Saturday, April 11, 2015.

Ruth A. Henderson, mother of Tracy Green (Class of 1984) passed away at Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehab in Austin, Texas, on Friday, April 10, 2015.

Carl David Settergren, father of Susan Settergren Harman (Class of 1989) passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2015, at University Hospital.

Gail Bank, mother of Deni Bank (Class of 1969) and David Bank (Class of 1975) passed away Saturday, March 28, 2015, at University Hospital in Columbia.

Bertrice Elizabeth Crowe Bartlett, mother of Bennett S. Bartlett (Class of 1976), Saskia Ann Bartlett (Class of 1979) and Thad Q. Bartlett (Class of 1984) died Thursday, March 26, 2015, in San Antonio, Texas. *Updated November 22, 2015

John LaMere, father of Noel LaMere (Class of 1986), passed away Saturday, March 21, 2015, in Columbia.

Bernice F. Prost, mother of Paula Morton (Class of 1965), Vaughn Prost (Class of 1969), Fay Prost-Hoit (Class of 1971) and Celeste Litton (Class of 1973) passed away at her home in Columbia on Wednesday, March 18, 2015.

Betty Ehler, mother of Frank Ehler (Class of 1973) and Sylvia Martin (Class of 1973) passed away Saturday, March 14, 2015, at her residence at The Bluffs.

James Edward Meyer, husband of Sabra Tull (Class of 1945) passed away Friday, March 13, 2015.

William D. Johns, father of Susan Graber (Class of 1971), David Johns (Class of 1974) and Amy Johns (Class of 1979) passed away on Monday, March 9, 2015, in Minneapolis.

Mildred G. Washington, mother of Brenda Washington-Hartley (Class of 1965) and Derrick Washington (Class of 1973) passed away Sunday, March 8, 2015.

Betty Jane Boyer Lakin, mother of Kimberly Mize (Class of 1986) and Philip Lakin (Class of 1988) died Saturday, March 7, 2015, at her home in Columbia.

Nancy Wright Banks, wife of Hartley Banks, Jr., deceased (Class of 1950) died Friday, Feb. 27, 2015, at Boone Hospital Center.

Anne McLean Conwell, mother of Phyllis Mussman, Class of 1961, died Friday, Feb. 27, 2015, at College View Center in Frederick, Maryland.

Nelson G. Trickey, father of Laurie Seigel (Class of 1975) and Linda Trickey (Class of 1982) passed away on Sunday, Feb. 15, 2015.

Jennifer Gay (Tatlow) Golden, daughter of Marilyn Silvey Tatlow, deceased (Class of 1958) passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2015, at her home in Columbia.

Dr. Thomas R. Shrout, father of Martha Brown (Class of 1963) and Tom Shrout (Class of 1966) died Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015.

Rodney D. Smith, father of Lynda Baumgartner (Class of 1969), Gail Boyea (Class of 1970), Dale Smith (Class of 1972), Sharol Nuckolls (Class of 1981), Carol Smith, deceased (Class of 1981), Leslie McKenna (Class of 1983) and Amy Blaha (Class of 1985),
passed away on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015.

Kelly Lee Hill, father of Devin Lee Hill (Class of 1985) and LaDonya Renee’ Hill (Class of 1988) passed away on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2015, at University Hospital.

H. Donald “Don” Naumann, father of Richard Naumann (Class of 1964) and Donna Pyron (Class of 1968) died Thursday, Feb. 5, 2015, at Lenoir Health Care Center in Columbia.

James Whitacre, father of Paul Whitacre (Class of 1971) and John Whitacre (Class of 1975) died Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2015, in Columbia.

Kay L. Edwards, mother of Pam Budd (Class of 1981) and Paul Edwards (Class of 1983) passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2015, in Columbia.

Carrie Lou Patrick, mother of Phillip Robinson, deceased (Class of 1963) passed away Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015, at Corner Brook Place in Kansas City, Missouri.

Ralph W. Turner, father of Thomas “Tom” Turner (Class of 1962), Terry Ann Turner, deceased (Class of 1965), Tony Turner (Class of 1967) and Tim Turner (Class of 1969) passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015, at The Bluffs.

Roberta Frances Thieman Wood, mother of Mary Romesburg (Class of 1976) died Friday, Jan. 23, 2015, at the Arbors in Columbia.

Rex Owen Dillow, father of Matthew Dillow (Class of 1973) and Mary Elizabeth Manka (Class of 1975) passed away Thursday, Jan. 22, 2015.

William Leon Hughes, father of William Leon Hughes, Jr. (Class of 1967) and David A. Hughes (Class of 1969) passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015, at Boone Hospital Center.

Thelma Jo (Berry) Mirts, mother of , Doug Mirts (Class of 1979) and Shari Wall (Class of 1982) died Saturday, Jan. 17, 2015, at NorthCrest Medical Center in Springfield, Tennessee.

Charles Walton, husband of Spring Jenkins (Class of 1963) passed away at home in Columbia, Friday, Jan. 16, 2015.

Doris Jane Brady, wife of Jerry Brady (Class of 1960) passed away Thursday, Jan. 15, 2015.

Bessie Louise (Thatcher) Reisch, mother of Susan Kay Berkley (Class of 1965) died Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015.

Patricia Lucille (Ruth) Williamson, mother of Bruce G. Williamson (Class of 1970) and Scott R. Williamson (Class of 1972) died Jan. 13, 2015, at Riverdell Care Center in Boonville, Missouri.

Carolyn Sue Andrews Smith, wife of Howard Smith (Class of 1956) passed away Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015, in her home in Columbia.

Leroy Joseph Korschgen, father of Carl Korschgen (Class of 1966), Chris Korschgen (Class of 1968) and Cathy Azdell (Class of 1970) passed away Friday, Jan. 9, 2015.

Larry W. Olson, father of Scott Olson (Class of 1983), Marie Olson (Class of 1984) and Michelle Olson (Class of 1984) passed away Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015, at the Sturgeon Rest Home.

Jeryl Dean Yates Vaught, mother of Valerie Kent Brown (Class of 1963), Julie Patterson Horton (Class of 1968) and David Richard Vaught (Class of 1973) passed away Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015, in Columbia.

Victor Lee Phelps, father of Caroline Perdomo (Class of 1990) and Travis Phelps (Class of 1993) passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2015.

Robert “Bob” McConnell, husband of Sue Semon (Class of 1964) passed away on Jan. 5th, 2015.

Bonnie Sue Staats, mother of John (Class of 1980) and Jeffrey (Class of 1984) passed away on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015 at The Bluffs in Columbia.

Dr. Murari Lal Nagar, father of Siddhartha Nagar (Class of 1974) passe away Jan. 3, 2015.

Velma Louise Baker Bacon, mother of Paul Bacon (Class of 1973) passed away on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015, at University Hospital in Columbia.

Published Sunday, January 4, 2015

Velma Louise Baker Bacon, 86, of rural Marshall passed away on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015, at University Hospital in Columbia.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7, at Campbell-Lewis Chapel in Marshall, with William W. Harlow officiating. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Ridge Park Cemetery in Marshall. Velma was a strong supporter of Saline County 4-H. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Saline County 4-H Council in care of University of Missouri Extension, 353 S. Lafayette, Marshall, Mo., 65340. Friends may sign the online register book at www.campbell-lewis.com

Born April 18, 1928, in Saline County, Velma was the daughter of the late Noah Baker and Lola Davis Baker. She was a graduate of Marshall High School. On Feb. 22, 1948, she married Jack Bacon, who preceded her in death on Sept. 27, 1987. They made their lives as farmer owners. In addition, she attained her bachelor of science degree in English education from Missouri Valley College in Marshall and later earned her master of science degree in social work from the University of Missouri-Columbia, becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Velma is survived by two sons, John Bacon and Paul Bacon; eight grandchildren, Darlene Bacon Chase, Rita, Taylor, Sarah and Garrett Bacon, Stephanie Bacon Alger and Jane and Phillip Bacon; three great-grandchildren, Cody and Connor Chase and Makiya Long; one brother, Lawrence Baker; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, Velma was preceded in death by her son, David Bacon; and siblings Amos, Lillian, Earl, Alva, Mary, Ruth, Norman and twin sisters, Doris and Dorothy.

The family would like to thank all of the caretakers at The Bluffs in Columbia and to the Palliative Care Team at University Hospital for all of their care.

Published Tuesday, January 6, 2015

Dr. Murari Lal Nagar, just short of 100 years of age, completed his last book only three months before his journey to the heavenly abode on Jan. 3, 2015. He will live forever through his great gift of Om to the Universe.

A private family service will be held.

Dr. Nagar was born into a very pious Agnihotri Family in Banaras, India. Shree Bhagwanilalji Agnihotri, his father, was a native of Banswara, Rajasthan and his mother, Jivankunvar, was a native of Varanasi.

Dr. Nagar spent his childhood on the banks of river Ganga (Ganges River) learning Sanskrit and graduated with high honors as a Gold Medalist from the Banaras Hindu University. He also obtained an Acharya in Sanskrit. In 1951, he moved to the United States as a Fulbright Scholar and continued his services at the New York Public Library and Library of Congress.

With a deep love for his motherland, he returned to India and worked in New Delhi and continued his educational pursuits at various educational institutions. He returned to the United States and completed his Ph.D. from Columbia University in New York.

Being a great devotee of Sarasvati, the Goddess of Education, and with his love of the library, he started his services at the University of Missouri in 1965 as the South Asia Librarian. He dedicated his life to research and service on behalf of scholars of religion, history, geography, culture and librarianship, until his retirement in 1987. The University of Missouri honored him with the title of “Library Emeritus” the first in the history of the University. He has published over 60 books and the University of Missouri “MU Libraries” has preserved all of Dr. Nagar’s publications in the digital form online at MOspace so that it is accessible to the entire world.

He is survived by three sons, a daughter, three grandchildren and two great-granddaughters. His daughter, Shardadevi, lives in India. Ramakant, the eldest son, lives in New York, Hari lives in Houston, and Siddhartha lives in Maryland. His three grandchildren are Himanshu, Rahul and Santosh, and two great-granddaughters are Prana and Abhinaya.

Online condolences can be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Tuesday, January 6, 2015

Bonnie Sue Staats, age 79, of Columbia passed away on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015 at The Bluffs.

Funeral services will be held Friday, Jan. 9 at 1:30 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

She was born on April 7, 1935, in Rocheport.

Bonnie married Wallace Staats on May 14, 1955; he preceded her in death on May 14, 2000. Bonnie was an active member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. She enjoyed tending to her garden and spending quality time with her family.

Survivors include her three sons, John (Kris), Joe (Michelle) and Jeffrey; four grandchildren, Amber, Cole, Caitlin and Tyler; and three great-grandchildren, Landon, Logan and Lucas.

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

Published Wednesday, January 7, 2015

Robert “Bob” McConnell, 67, of Columbia passed away on Jan. 5th, 2015, surrounded by his family.

A celebration of life will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Columbia at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 9. Visitation preceding the service will begin at 10 a.m.

Bob was born in Leonard on Aug. 15, 1947, to Howard and Norma McConnell. He graduated from North Shelby High School, and earned his bachelor of science in horticulture from the University of Missouri.

In 1969, he married his wife Susan. Together, in 1972, they opened and operated McConnell’s Plantland, a greenhouse located just west of Columbia for many years.

Bob was known for his cheerful nature and ready laugh. Over the years, he enjoyed many hobbies including, but certainly not limited to, fishing, gardening, daylilies, rockhounding, playing cards and baking. Being active in educational organizations like the American Hemerocallis Society and the Central Missouri Rock and Lapidary Club allowed him to connect with many others who shared similar interests. He will be missed by many whose paths he crossed.

He is survived by his wife Susan; his daughter Amanda (John) of Lawrence, Kan.; his daughter Melissa (Ramzie) of Columbia; his father Howard “Frog” McConnell of Leonard; his brothers, Gary (Sandy), of Wexford, Pa., and Jim (Mary Lu), of Shelbina; his sister Patsy (Steve) Golden of Edina; three grandchildren, Ethen, Nicole and Hazel; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his mother, Norma McConnell, and his nephew Daniel McConnell.

Memorials are suggested to an organization of your choosing. Online condolences can be shared at: www.heartlandcremation.com.

Published Friday, January 9, 2015

Victor Lee Phelps, 68, of Columbia passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2015.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, at Memorial Funeral Home with visitation two hours before the service. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Victor was born on Nov. 19, 1946, in Hannibal to Velpoe and Lillian Phelps. He married Janice Hohman on Nov. 28, 1970, in Columbia.

He served in the Air Force during the Vietnam conflict. Victor worked in retail and wholesale management most of his life. Later he worked independently in remodeling, which was a passion of his.

Victor enjoyed being a musician in the community and playing on the music team at Valley View Community Church, where he was a member.

He was an outdoor enthusiast and loved woodworking, photography and travel. He especially enjoyed time with his grandchildren and family.

He is survived by wife, Janice; his daughter, Caroline Perdomo; his son, Travis (Megan Heinsz) Phelps; his grandchildren, Luca and Gabrielle Perdomo; his brothers, Terry and Frank Phelps; and his sister, Valerie Brittain.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Valley View Community Church or the Salvation Army.

Published Thursday, January 8, 2015

Jeryl Dean Yates Vaught, 94, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015, in Columbia.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 12, at First Christian Church in Columbia. Lunch will follow at the Fellowship Hall with burial services at Memorial Cemetery.

Jeryl Dean Yates was born in Smithville on Dec. 31, 1920. Her parents, Ruth Dean Martin Yates and Edward Charles Yates, raised her to appreciate family, friends and education. She attended elementary school in Smithville, moved to Jefferson City as a young girl and graduated from Jefferson City High School and Jefferson City Junior College. Because teaching was her passion, she attended Central Missouri State Teachers College for one year and taught in country schools in Platte City and Smithville, Mo., for two years. In 1962 she completed her education degree at University of Missouri.

While teaching, she met and fell in love with Richard Wayne Vaught. They married on June 13,1942, in Smithville. They lived in an apartment on the Plaza in Kansas City and she worked for Dr. Gimple, who delivered her first born. Their marriage lasted 70 years. She is survived by her children, Valerie Kent Brown, Julie Patterson Horton, David Richard Vaught and his wife Dawn; and four grandchildren, Lisa Davis, Adam Horton, Rachel Horton and Ellen Marie Tucker and her husband Ryan Tucker.

She was a sixth-grade teacher at Russell Boulevard School in Columbia, retiring after 22 years. She was beloved by her students. She remained busy after her years of teaching, volunteering at the Wardrobe, teaching summer school and playing bridge. She was a Sunday school teacher and a Deacon at First Christian Church and enjoyed her participation in the Coffman-Watson Circle. She was a Member of Retired Teachers of Columbia. She was a resident of Columbia Manor for her last three years.

Her family was her life and she loved her church and community. Those who loved her and those she loved surrounded Jerry.

Memorial donations may be made to the Coffman-Watson Group, First Christian Church.

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

Published Sunday, January 11, 2015

Larry W. Olson, 74, of Sturgeon passed away Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015, at the Sturgeon Rest Home.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Larry was born March 9, 1940, in Kansas City to Elling and Betty Drummond Olson.

Larry worked as a barber for more than 30 years; he started in a shop in downtown Columbia and had several other shops in the area including one at the Midway Truck Stop.

He collected trains and enjoyed photographing them as well. He served in the U.S. Army and enjoyed playing golf.

He is survived by his children, Scott Olson (Laurie) of Harrisburg, Marie Olson of Columbia, Michelle Olson of Columbia, Julie Olson White (Nathan) of Englewood, Colo., Lisa Atteberry (Corey) of Springfield, Jenny Olson of Overland Park, Kan., and Eric Olson of Huntsville; granddaughter Jessica Olson of Columbia; and great-granddaughter Baylee Jaworski. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Online condolences can be left for the family at www.nilsonfuneralhome.com.

Published Sunday, January 11, 2015

Leroy Joseph Korschgen, 96, of Columbia passed away Friday, Jan. 9, 2015.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, with interment following at Memorial Park Cemetery. A visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. prior to the funeral.

Leroy was born Aug. 24, 1918, in Kahoka, the son of Edward and Mary Schmid Korschgen. He lived on the family farm with his brothers, Francis and Robert, and sister, Mary Edith, until he left for Columbia to attend the University of Missouri. He received a B.S. in agriculture in 1940. In January of 1942, while working on his advanced degree, he was called to service into the U.S. Army. He served in WWII for four years at various posts in the United States, the Philippines and New Guinea. Prior to leaving for the war, he met his future wife, Bernice Schmitz, and for 4 years they had a long distance correspondence courtship. Following Leroy’s return from WWII, they were married on June 8, 1946, in Bonnots Mill and made their home in Columbia.

Leroy received a M.A. degree in wildlife conservation from the University of Missouri in 1946. He soon was hired by the Missouri Department of Conservation as a Game Research Biologist, a position he held for 37 years. He especially enjoyed working with colleagues across all divisions of the department.

Leroy made many significant scientific contributions to the field of wildlife biology during his career. He conducted landmark food-habit studies of nearly every game animal in the state of Missouri. He and a coworker developed a test to differentiate blood from various wild and domestic animals that he used in court trials to convict deer poachers. He never lost a case. One of his most monumental accomplishments was research on two agricultural pesticides, aldrin and dieldrin, and their effects on wildlife. Testimony about his research findings during EPA hearings helped lead to the banning of these environmentally harmful chemicals in 1974. His last research effort was to develop a histological key to more than 2,000 plant species in the state of Missouri in order to determine the diet of rabbits.

In 1971 he was honored with the E. Sydney Stephens Professional Wildlife Award, in 1973 the Wildlife Conservation Award, and in 2011 the Conservation Department’s Master Conservationist Award.

Leroy always maintained one or more prolific gardens that provided all sorts of fresh vegetables for the family. His gardens yielded bushels of tomatoes for which his motto was “sell the best and eat the rest.” His tomatoes were sought after by neighbors and friends far and wide. Another passion was searching the woods for morel mushrooms, blackberries, pecans, hickory nuts, and walnuts. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his sons and colleagues. After retiring in 1984, Leroy and Bernice traveled to Africa, South America, the Galapagos Islands, Australia, Fiji, Hawaii, Europe and various parts of the United States, including Alaska. Leroy and Bernice spent many afternoons and evenings playing cards with a wide social network of friends throughout Columbia. They were especially masterful players of bridge.

During the early years of Leroy’s retirement, he also conducted extensive genealogical research on his and Bernice’s ancestors who immigrated to the United States in the mid-1800s. He wrote five detailed books that were enthusiastically received by hundreds of relatives and resulted in establishing ties with relatives in Germany — relationships that continue to this day.

Leroy is survived by two sons and their spouses, Carl and Ann Korschgen and Chris and Angela Korschgen, of Columbia; a daughter and spouse, Cathy and Phil Azdell of Mexico, Mo.; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and his sister, Mary Edith O’Brien of Kahoka. He was preceded in death by his wife, his parents, and two brothers.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Conservation Federation of Missouri, Our Lady of Lourdes Church or a charitable organization of your choice.

Published Monday, January 12, 2015

Carolyn Sue Andrews Smith, 76, passed away Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015, in her home. Her husband, Howard E. Smith, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2015, in Columbia. His full obituary will appear in Tuesday’s paper.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Carolyn was born in Boone County on Jan. 4, 1939, to George and Evalene Andrews. She was the eighth of nine children, all of whom she remained close to through the years. She married the love of her life, Howard Smith, on Aug. 28, 1956. Carolyn was the loving mother to three children, loving grandmother to four and loving great-grandmother to one.

Carolyn lived the majority of her life in Columbia, touching the lives of everyone with whom she came in contact. She worked for Columbia Public Schools for over 30 years, loving her work feeding the children of Two-Mile Prairie, Derby Ridge and Lange schools. She also worked at ABC Laboratories, where everyone knew her as “Mom.” Carolyn was also a proud graduate of University High School.

Carolyn was an active member of the Sunrise Optimist Club for many years, where she enjoyed being an Opti-Missus. She was also a devout member of Olivet Christian Church.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, George and Evalene Andrews; brothers Senator (Betty, deceased), Charles (LuAnna), and Harold (Georgia); and her sister Eva (Joe, deceased). Carolyn is survived by her brothers Frank (Kathy), Paul (Joanne) and Dale (Judith); her sister Edith (Ralph, deceased); her children Mary Ann Gruender (Joe), Steven Smith (Rhonda) and Linda Smith; her grandchildren Robbie Hall (Shelli), Lisa Ward (AJ), Jason Gruender (Bridget) and Jessica Ketsenburg (Jonathan); and her great-granddaughter, Lydia Gruender.

Carolyn loved with all of her heart and was loved by many in return.

Her legacy will live on through the lives of her children and grandchildren, the stories she told and the recipes she shared.

Published Wednesday, January 14, 2015

Patricia Lucille (Ruth) Williamson, 85, died Jan. 13, 2015, at Riverdell Care Center.

Funeral services will be on Friday, Jan. 16 at noon at the Missouri United Methodist Church Chapel, 201 S. Ninth St, with visitation one hour prior to service.

Pat was born on Aug. 14, 1929, in Detroit (Grosse Point), Mich. She was the only child of Russell E. and Lucille C. Lagerman Ruth. She married Dr. Donald G. Williamson on June 16, 1950. Pat and Don lived 30-plus years in Columbia, where Don was a professor at the University of Missouri and Pat worked as a Registered Nurse for the University of Missouri Medical Center and later for the American Red Cross.

Pat was an active volunteer throughout her life. She was the first Director of the Voluntary Action Center and was instrumental in the creation of The Wardrobe, Columbia Meals on Wheels, and the Boone Retirement Center, serving on their steering committees for many years. Pat and Don were members of Missouri United Methodist Church. Pat was a member of the Missouri United Methodist Circle and served one term as Vice-President of the Missouri Conference of United Methodist Women.

Pat also was a long-term member and leader of the Columbia chapter of the League of Women Voters and Girl Scouts. She was very active in Girl Scouts as a child and young woman and was a Girl Scout Camp Counselor for many years. Pat was an avid swimmer and continued swimming for exercise long into her life. Later in life, she was an active member of the KA chapter of the Philanthropic Educational Organization.

Pat was preceded in death by her parents, Russell Ernest Ruth and Lucille Cora Lagerman Ruth, and her husband of 59 years, Dr. Donald Gray Williamson.

Surviving are her two sons, Bruce G. Williamson (Carole) and Scott R. Williamson; 4 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Missouri United Methodist Church, The American Red Cross or The America Heart Association.

Published Thursday, January 15, 2015

Bessie Louise (Thatcher) Reisch, 91, died comfortably at her home Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015.

A service in celebration of her life will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24 at the Dripping Spring Christian Church, 2701 West Dripping Springs Road. As per her wish, her body was donated to science, after which her cremains will be interned in the Dripping Spring Cemetery.

She was born May 23, 1923, to Christina and Harvey Thatcher in Decatur, Ill.

Bess attended Argenta High School where she was the Salutatorian of the graduating class. She also graduated from Browns Business College.

She married Harold Franklin Reisch on Feb. 18, 1944.

Bess began her vocational career as a Minister’s wife with her husband Harold and was an active member of any congregation in which Harold was serving as minister.

She served as the secretary to the Northeast Area of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). She also owned and operated Happy House and was a buyer for Cloud 9 gift stores on the Strollway in Columbia.

Bess helped run Harold’s successful campaigns for state legislator and sold real estate with Rutter and Ruether.

Bess appreciated nature and loved to view the wildflowers and birds while hiking the trails of her beloved “Tall Timbers” wooded area north of Columbia.

She loved gardening, planting trees and landscaping every home in which the Reischs lived. She took courses in landscaping at the University of Missouri.

Her primary love was to be the helpmate of her husband, with whom she had recently celebrated 70 years of marriage.

Bess was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters.

She is survived by her husband, Harold; a brother, Bill; two daughters, Sally Erickson and Susan Kay Berkley; and two grandsons, Mark and Matt Warmack.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be sent to the Dripping Spring Christian Church Memorial Fund, 2701 W. Dripping Springs Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Online condolences can be left at www.nilsonfuneralhome.com.

Published Monday, January 19, 2015 at 2:00 pm

Doris Jane Brady, 61, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Jan. 15, 2015.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20, at Parker Funeral Service. Visitation will be 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

She was born May 25, 1953, in Manila, Philippines, to Paul and Natividad Schaffner.

Her family moved to Fordyce, Ark., when she was 6 years old, and she lived there until she moved to Columbia for college.

She graduated from Columbia College in 1973 with a degree in travel administration. She spent time as a bartender at the Sports Page lounge in the Holiday Inn West, where she met many of her lifelong friends. A member of the women’s golf association at Columbia Country Club, Doris enjoyed playing in golf tournaments throughout the state.

She married Jerrold Brady in 1983. He survives as well as the four Brady boys she raised, Robin Brady and wife Melissa of Boise, Idaho, Ryan Brady and wife Tressa of Holts Summit, Sean Brady of Columbia and Josh Brady of Columbia. Other survivors include a brother, Dan Schaffner and wife Tammy; three sisters, Florence Wheeler, Ellen Varner and husband Chuck and Marion Blackwell and husband Rick; and seven grandchildren, Helen, Daniel, Lillian, Ellia, Everlyn, Cooper and Liam.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, John Schaffner and Bill Schaffner.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Wednesday, February 4, 2015

Charles Walton, 69, passed away at home on Friday, Jan. 16, 2015.

Celebrations of life are planned for a later date.

He was born Dec. 13, 1945, in Muskogee, Okla., but considered Columbia his home.

Charles received a bachelor’s degree from Auburn University, master’s degrees from East Tennessee State University and University of Baltimore, and a doctoral degree from Florida State University.

Charles was professor emeritus and taught in the management department from 1988 to 2012 at Gettysburg College, where he advised student organizations, devotedly supported his students’ activities, and directed student internships to assist senior citizens with taxes and finances. He received several student-selected teaching and service awards, including two for outstanding faculty. He authored numerous academic publications and co-authored a case textbook. Charles also taught at Ball State University, Loyola College in Maryland and the University of Baltimore.

He was a member of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity and served as a former chief of Section XI. He was a faculty and chapter advisor and house board member for the Gettysburg College chapter.

Charles was a licensed certified public accountant, certified financial planner and business consultant. He was a former member of the Army Reserve, Muncie Club, Gettysburg Rotary and the Adams County Council on Aging.

He was an avid reader, tennis player and golfer. He loved writing short stories, restoring furniture, cooking, college football, music and, most of all, spending time with his family and poodles. Charles was strongly committed to cancer research, bone marrow transplant education and donor programs, and to rights for students, women and the elderly.

He is survived by his wife, Spring Jenkins Walton; and family, Thornton Jenkins of Columbia, Beverly McBryde of Altamonte Springs, Becky Crawford of Nashville, Tenn., and Jim and Florrie Bonney Higgins of Potosi. He was predeceased by family members Ruby, Howard and Walton; Mickey Jenkins; and Maurine and William Lanier.

He will be missed by family, friends and many former students. Memorials are suggested to MDS research, Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, 750 E. Pratt St., Suite 1700, Baltimore, Md., 21202.

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

Published Monday, January 19, 2015

Thelma Jo (Berry) Mirts, 74, of Columbia died Saturday, Jan. 17, 2015, at NorthCrest Medical Center in Springfield, Tenn.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W. in Columbia, with the Rev. Trent Schake officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20, at Memorial Funeral Home.

Thelma was born Feb. 13, 1940, in Callaway County to Treva Jones and Richard Berry. She was married to George “Jack” Mirts at First Christian Church of Fulton on July 25, 1959.

She was employed and retired from the State of Missouri, in the Division of Employment Security.

She was a member of Blue Ridge Christian Church and enjoyed serving the church in whatever capacity needed.

She was survived by one daughter, Shari Wall of Ridgetop, Tenn.; one son, Doug Mirts of Columbia; six granddaughters, Skylar, Savanna and Summer Wall, all of Ridgetop, Tenn., and Daley, Karley and Kelsey Mirts, all of Columbia; a daughter-in-law, Tonya Mirts of Columbia; a son-in-law, Marty Wall, of Ridgetop; and a brother, Ronald Berry of Fulton.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Jack Mirts; mother, Treva Berry; father, Richard Berry; and brother, Morris Berry.

Online tributes may be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, January 25, 2015

William Leon Hughes, 88, of Columbia passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015, at Boone Hospital Center.

A visitation will be held Monday, Jan. 26, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Memorial Funeral Home with interment to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

William was born on May 22, 1926, in Columbia to David and Julia Hughes. He married Janet Elizabeth Washington on Oct. 23, 1947. He had a meaningful career working for the university for 25 years, which allowed him to communicate with many students who were away from their families as a type of mentor while performing his job duties.

After retirement, one of his loves was to manicure and take care of the property he and Janet shared, plus spending time with his wife and family. He was known for being proud of his tomato plants, which tended to be the largest in the neighborhood, and had a love for hunting and was an excellent marksman. He also was known for his “special solution” made to wash and clean the car no matter the time of year, so it would always look exceptionally shiny and well-kept.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, David Andrew Jr., who passed away at an early age; and his two sisters.

He is survived by his wife, Janet; his son, William Leon Hughes, Jr.; his son, David A. Hughes; two granddaughters; six great-grandchildren; two brothers, George and John Hughes; and many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to the family, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W., Columbia, Mo., 65202. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Saturday, January 24, 2015

Rex Owen Dillow, 92, passed away Thursday, Jan. 22, 2015.

Visitation will be held on Monday, Jan. 26, from noon to 2 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. A funeral Mass will be on Tuesday, Jan. 27 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. A private family interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Rex was born Sept. 12, 1922, at Jonesboro, Ill., to Van and Ella Dillow. He graduated from Southern Illinois University in 1942 with a Bachelor of Education degree. With World War II in progress, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps immediately upon graduation and served for three years, two of which were as a rifle platoon commander in the Pacific, including the recapture of Guam and the Okinawa operation. At the end of World War II, he went to inactive duty and enrolled in the University of Texas, receiving a bachelor of science in mechanical engineering in 1948. While attending the University of Texas, he married Dorothy Jones of Austin and she preceded him in death in 2012.

Recalled to active duty as a captain, Rex served as a company commander in the Korean War, including the Chosin Reservoir battle where the Marines were surrounded by massive Chinese forces deep in North Korea and fought their way back to the coast in an epic chapter in Marine Corps history. He then integrated into the regular Marine Corps and served until 1970 when he retired as a colonel. Subsequent assignments included 15 months in Vietnam, commander of Marines in the Panama Canal Zone, and professor of naval science at the University of Minnesota.

After retiring from the Marine Corps, Rex was assistant director of the Facilities Management Department of the University of Missouri until 1985. In 1984, the National Association of College and University Facilities Managers established the “Rex Dillow Award,” presented annually to the editor of the outstanding professional publication of the year. From 1985 to 1990, he served in the International Executive Service Corps with projects to improve economies in universities in Egypt and Costa Rica. He was a member of the Columbia Kiwanis Club since 1970, serving as president in 1978 to 1979, receiving their Life Member status in 1990 and the Distinguished Service Award in 2002.

Also in 2002, he was awarded the Outstanding Citizen Award of the Military Officers Association. He was active in organizing and administering golf tournaments and in the activities of the MU Faculty and Staff Gold League and in the A.L. Gustin Golf Club. In 2005, the championship trophy of the Columbia Championship golf tournament was designated “The Rex Dillow Cup.” In 2010 he was inducted into the Columbia Golf Foundation’s Hall of Fame.

Rex is survived by a son, Matthew of Benton, Ark.; a daughter, Mary Elizabeth Manka of Thornton, Colo.; two grandchildren, Erin Elizabeth and Christopher Thomas Manka; a sister, Gayle of Detroit, Mich.; and a brother, Kifton of Cape Girardeau. He was preceded in death by a brother, Don, and a sister, Marilyn.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Columbia Golf Foundation, PO Box 1384, Columbia, Mo., 65205-1384.

Published Sunday, January 25, 2015

Roberta Frances Thieman Wood, 93, died Friday, Jan. 23, 2015, at the Arbors in Columbia.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 26, at Memorial Funeral Home with visitation one hour prior to service. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Moberly.

Roberta was born June 23, 1921, in Moberly to Dora and Robert Thieman. She attended Moberly Junior College.

She worked at Boone National Bank and the family greenhouse/flower shop at various times. Roberta loved painting, playing bridge, reading and traveling. Roberta was a longtime member of Our Lady of Lourdes, where she was an “extraordinary minister of Holy Communion.”

She is survived by one daughter, Mary Romesburg; one granddaughter, Katie Raines and husband, Jeff; one grandson, Tom Romesburg and wife, Jennifer; seven great-grandchildren; her brother, Frank Thieman and his wife, Shirley and their children and grandchildren; and many cousins.

Roberta was preceded in death by her parents; her son-in-law, Gene Romesburg; and grandson, William Romesburg.

Published Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Ralph W. Turner, 91, of Columbia passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015, at The Bluffs.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, at Memorial Funeral Home.

Ralph was born Oct. 7, 1923, to William and Bessie Turner in Linn.

He attended the University of Missouri, where he received a bachelor’s degree in business.

He married Tonie Vaughan, of Linn. Ralph served in the Army during World War II.

After the war, he and Tonie settled in Columbia, where Ralph began working for Farm Bureau. He then moved to MFA Insurance, now Shelter Insurance, and later retired.

Upon retirement, he spent his time planting vegetables and raising cattle on Ben Williams Road.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Terry Ann Turner; and his five siblings.

He is survived by his wife, Tonie; his children, Thomas “Tom” Turner of Chula Vista, Calif., Tony Turner of Overland Park, Kan., Tim Turner of Portland, Ore. and Tracy Turner of Brooklyn, N.Y.; and three grandchildren, Emily, William and Ronan.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Olivet Building Fund, 1991 S. Olivet Road, Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Published Wednesday, February 4, 2015

Carrie Lou Patrick, 93, of Kansas City, formerly of Columbia, passed away, surrounded by her family, on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015, at Corner Brook Place in Kansas City.

Friends will be received from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, where funeral services will follow at 12 p.m. with Bishop Lorenzo Lawson officiating. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Carrie was born Sept. 17, 1921, in Columbia, the daughter of Frank Colbert and Barbara (Baker) Colbert. On Oct. 5, 1985, she was united in marriage to Charles R. Patrick, who survives in their home.

Carrie attended Frederick Douglass High School and worked for the University of Missouri for many years. Carrie was a dedicated foster grandparent, in addition to raising her own children and several grandchildren. She loved caring for others. She was a true giver. She loved cooking and having the house filled with family and friends. She was a longtime member of Second Missionary Baptist Church until her move to Kansas City.

In addition to her husband, who called her his “Sweet Petunia,” Carrie is survived by six children, Barbara (John) Smith of Kansas City, Tyrone (Mary Ann) Robinson of Great Falls, Mont., Tonette Lawson of Columbia, Crystal Gregory of Kansas City, Nathaniel Gregory of Columbia, and Ann Bowers of Kansas City; one brother, William (Rebecca) Colbert of Columbia; one sister, Ruth Colbert of St. Louis; twenty-three grandchildren; forty-six great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives, including great-great grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Carrie was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Regina Robinson; one son, Phillip Robinson; and two sisters, Bessie Butler and Gertrude Crum.

The family wishes to express heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Heartland Hospice. Arrangements are under the direction of Millard Family Funeral Home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.millardfamilychapels.com.

Published Saturday, January 31, 2015

Kay L. Edwards, 76, of Columbia passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2015, in Columbia.

Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3 at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2 at Memorial Funeral Home.

She was born on Feb. 13, 1938, in Ponca City, Okla., the daughter of Frances (Schoonover) and Perry Endicott.

Kay married Jerry on Jan. 23, 1961, in Stillwater, Okla.; they just celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary together.

Survivors include her husband, Jerry, of the home; daughter, Pam (Dan) Budd; son, Paul Edwards; sister, Jacklyn Jordan; and numerous nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Tuesday, February 3, 2015

James Whitacre, 93, of Columbia, died Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2015, in Columbia after suffering a massive stroke on Jan. 24, 2015.

No services are planned.

Mr. Whitacre was born on April 9, 1921, to Ralph and Leah Whitacre in Ravenna, Ohio.

He married Rosemary Young in Rochester, N.Y., on Aug. 12, 1951.

He held a Bachelor of Science degree as well as a Master of Arts degree. He worked in the health care field throughout his career, as an inhalation therapist in hospitals in Rochester, N.Y., and Pittsburgh, Pa., and at Boone County Hospital in Columbia. Over the same time period, he worked in academia training instructors to teach inhalation therapy techniques.

Survivors include two sons, Paul Whitacre of Columbia and John Whitacre of St. Louis; a grandson and a great-grandson; and his partner of 8½ years, Emil Didovich.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Rosemary.

Published Monday, February 9, 2015

H. Donald “Don” Naumann, 91, of Columbia died Thursday, Feb. 5, 2015, at Lenoir Health Care Center after a lengthy struggle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, at Memorial Funeral Home. After a private internment at Memorial Park Cemetery, a Celebration of Life will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 12, in the Nifong Room at Lenoir Woods Community Center, 3710 S. Lenoir St. A reception will follow the service.

Don was born Oct. 26, 1923, in Newport, Ark., to Oliver Charles and Caroline (Gisi) Naumann. Not long after graduation from Newport High School, he enlisted in the Army and was assigned to pilot training in the U.S. Army Air Corps. Don served as a fighter pilot in Europe. He attained the rank of captain and served as squadron leader. His brave service and leadership earned multiple combat citations and medals in 1945.

He was united in marriage to Geraldine “Jerry” Coleman of Pocahontas, Ark., on Sept. 19, 1945. In January 1946, Don and Jerry moved to Columbia, where he enrolled as a freshman in the College of Agriculture at the University of Missouri. Don ultimately obtained a doctorate degree in animal science with specialization in meat science. Dr. Naumann served with distinction at the University of Missouri for 31 years, including service as department chairman. As an educator and scientist, he was dedicated to serving the needs of both students and the people of Missouri.

Don was active in the community as a member and former officer of the Cosmopolitan Club. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church for more than 60 years. During retirement he volunteered for Meals on Wheels, the food bank, and a variety of service activities in the Lenoir Woods community; he also worked as a host at the Interstate 70 visitor center. Don loved to fish, spend time with family and travel the United States and abroad.

Survivors include his wife, Jerry; son Richard (Mary) of Laramie, Wyo.; daughter Donna (Marvin) Pyron of O’Fallon; six grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces, nephews and close friends. Don was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Norma Brown.

The family is grateful for the diligent and loving care of the staff and residents of the Lenoir Woods community, Lenoir Health Care, and the wonderful professionals at Hospice Compassus.

Memorial contributions are encouraged to Alzheimer’s Association, Mid-Missouri Chapter, 2400 Bluff Creek Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65201, or Lenoir Memorial Employee Fund, 3710 S. Lenoir St., Columbia, Mo., 65201, or the charity of your choice.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Monday, February 9, 2015

Kelly Lee Hill, 75, of Columbia passed away on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2015, at University Hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, at Second Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, at H.T. May & Son Funeral Home, 2207 Holly Ave.

Kelly Lee Hill was born March 12, 1939, in Lupus, Mo., the son of Garling and Olive Dora Miller Hill. He graduated from Jamestown High School in 1958. In 1966, he married Ceola Althouse. To this union two children were born.

Kelly was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He worked at the Veterans Administration Hospital as an industrial mechanic in the engineering department. Kelly retired after 29 years. He loved playing horseshoes and was inducted into the Missouri Hall of Fame for Horseshoes. He was a member of Splice Creek Baptist Church.

Kelly leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 48 years, Ceola Hill; one son, Devin Lee Hill; one daughter, LaDonya Renee’ Hill; and one grandson, Tre’von Lee Hill, all of Columbia; one brother, Sylvester Hill of Seattle; two sisters, Carrie Mae Armstrong (Herman) of St. Louis, and Celestel Davis (Matt) of Montgomery, Ala.; and a host of brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He was preceeded in death by his parents, one sister and one brother.

Published Wednesday, February 11, 2015

Rodney D. Smith, 86, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015.

A celebration of life service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13, at Memorial Baptist Church, 1634 Paris Road, 65201.

Rodney was born April 27, 1928, to Legion and Clara Angela DeField Smith in Freeman.

Faith, family, country and community were the four core principles of Rodney’s life.

Rodney was a deacon and a member of Memorial Baptist Church for more than 65 years. He was also the director of the Adult Sunday School Department for 15 years. In addition, he supported young people and their spiritual life by serving as a board member for Young Life. His strong belief in God led him to become an advocate for Cedar Crest Baptist Church Camp near Santa Fe, Mo. He volunteered at Camp Cedar Crest for more than 50 years and served on the camp’s board of directors as president, secretary and treasurer. Through his service, Rodney was able to bring God’s blessings to others.

Family was the center of Rodney’s life. He coached, supported, loved and encouraged each of his seven children. With his wife, Alberta, Rodney made sure that each child received a college education. He also employed several of his children and grandchildren in the family business. He was never too busy to attend a swim meet, a baseball or football game, a piano recital or a church youth event. His children and grandchildren always knew they were greatly loved.

In the early 1960s, Rodney and Alberta established Rodney Smith Tree Service in Columbia. This business flourished for 50 years and much of Rodney’s work can be seen today in the trees he planted at various sites throughout Columbia, Boone County and the surrounding area. He was blessed to have many wonderful customers and faithful employees who enriched his life and allowed his small business to thrive.

Rodney demonstrated his commitment to this country by serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. During his two years of active duty, he was stationed at Fort Gordon and Fort Benning in Georgia. After returning from active duty, he joined the 5503rd U.S. Army Reserve in Columbia and retired as command sergeant major after serving a total of 37 years. He considered it an honor to serve America and to be part of a team. He enjoyed lifelong relationships with many of his fellow servicemen and servicewomen.

Rodney was committed to public service, believing that all citizens had an obligation to serve their community and leave it a better place. To that end, he served three terms as city council member for the Third Ward and was mayor of Columbia from 1985 to 1988. Appointed by Gov. Kit Bond, Rodney also served as the Boone County northern district judge for six months in 1976. Rodney was also a member of the Boone County Fair Board.

A lifelong believer in the value of exercise and competition, Rodney participated in church league fast pitch softball, flag football, basketball and slow pitch softball. He was one of the founders of Columbia Parks and Recreation Diamond Council and later served as its president. He was a youth team coach and sponsored youth and adult teams for more than 20 years. Rodney also supported high school athletes as a member and former president of the Hickman High School Athletic Booster Club. Among the benefits of these activities were many friends and a better community.

Rodney is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Alberta Fryer Smith; two brothers, Roland Smith and Lowell Smith; and one sister, Loretta Smith Blattner. He is also survived by his six children and their families, Lynda (Steve) Baumgartner of Rocheport; Gail (Doug) Boyea of Pittsburgh, Pa.; Dale (Tricia) Smith of Lilburn, Ga.; Sharol (Desi) Nuckolls of Lampe; Leslie (Phil) McKenna of Elliseville; and Amy (Doug) Blaha of Jefferson City. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Rodney was preceded in death by a daughter, Carol Mae Smith; two brothers, Wyon and Guard Smith; and one sister, Dorothy Smith Cassidy.

Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to Camp Cedar Crest c/o Bruce Shrull, 2821 E. Hwy 163, Columbia, Mo., 65201, or Boone County Community Trust, P.O. Box 577, Columbia, Mo., 65205.

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

Published Tuesday, February 10, 2015

Dr. Thomas R. Shrout, 95, of Columbia died Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28 at the Lenoir Woods Community Center.

Dr. Shrout was born on Sept. 24, 1919, on the family farm in Eastern Jackson County. He was the son of Thomas J. and Bernice Ida Lee (Jones) Shrout.

On June 21, 1943, he married Mildred (Ray) Shrout, who preceded him in death in 2006.

Dr. Shrout graduated from William Chrisman High School in Independence in 1937. In 1940, he received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Transylvania University in Lexington, Ky. In 1943, he received a Bachelor of Divinity degree from Lexington (Ky.) Theological Seminary, then known as College of the Bible.

He received a master’s degree in theology in 1949 and a doctorate of theology in 1954, both from Harvard University in Cambridge, Mass.

While a seminary student, he was pastor of Crestwood (Ky.) Central Christian Church. As a doctoral student, he was pastor of First Congregational Church in Saugus, Mass.

After graduating from Harvard, Dr. Shrout was appointed New Testament assistant professor at the Missouri School of Religion in Columbia, a position he held until 1958, when he was appointed professor and president of the school.

In 1969, he became humanities division chairman at Culver-Stockton College in Canton. He retired from Culver-Stockton in 1984 and returned to Columbia for the remainder of his life.

Dr. Shrout retained his lifelong interest in agriculture and gardening. He was a member of the Men’s Garden Club, a longtime member of the Columbia Kiwanis Club and the First Christian Church, where he held various leadership positions.

He is survived by his two children, Martha Brown of Chicago and Thomas R. Shrout Jr. (Debra) of St. Louis; and four grandchildren, Lyla Brown of Chesapeake City, Md., Thomas R. Shrout III (Nichole Merkel) of St. Louis, Nancy Kraemer (Brian) of San Francisco and Rachael E. Shrout of West Hollywood, Calif.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests friends send memorials to the Older Adults Ministry or the Mildred Shrout Scholarship Fund both c/o the First Christian Church, Columbia.

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

Published Saturday, February 14, 2015

Jennifer Gay (Tatlow) Golden, 51, of Columbia passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2015, at home surrounded by her family after a long battle with cancer.

A funeral Mass will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 16, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 903 Bernadette Drive. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Gregory Golden; her son, Jack (18); her daughter, Alice (13); her father, Gary Tatlow; her mother-in-law, Patricia Golden; her brother, Phil Tatlow and wife Alison Tatlow; her sister, Rebecca Tatlow; her nieces, Perry and Lizzy Tatlow, and Megan and Mary Katherine Golden; her nephew, Brian Golden; and several cousins.

Jennifer was preceded in death by her mother, Marilyn (Silvey) Tatlow; her sisters-in-law, Catherine and Mary Pat Golden; and her father-in-law, Warren Golden.

Jennifer was born in Columbia and attended Moberly Senior High School. Jennifer was a PEO member and a member of Delta Delta Delta sorority while attending the University of Missouri. She supported several charitable causes. She served as a volunteer in the cafeteria and library at Columbia Catholic School. Jennifer loved watching her children’s basketball games and golf events. Jennifer was an avid reader and puzzle solver with a quick wit. She was very devoted to her family. Jennifer and Greg were married on Nov. 20, 1993, and shared many happy memories with both sides of their family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Columbia Golf Foundation, 3210 Bluff Creek, Columbia, Mo., 65201.

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

Published Wednesday, February 18, 2015

Nelson G. Trickey, 90, of Columbia passed away on Sunday, Feb. 15, 2015.

Private burial will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery. A memorial service will be at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at First Christian Church, 101 N. Tenth St. A reception will immediately follow in the Yonker Fellowship Hall.

Nelson was born June 28, 1924, in Pocahontas to Arthur and Ida Trickey. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in November 1942 and was discharged in June 1946. He was recalled by the Navy in 1951 during the Korean War and served as a supply and fiscal officer on the USS Alfred A. Cunningham until 1953.

He enrolled in the University of Missouri in 1946 and received a degree in agriculture in January 1949. He then joined the Missouri extension office and was assigned to Henry County (Clinton). Following his return from the Korean War, he enrolled at the university and received a master’s degree in January 1955. He then moved to Chillicothe to be the 4-H Youth Agent for Livingston County. In May 1958, he was invited to the state 4-H office in Columbia and served there until retiring in 1984. After retirement, he served until May 1994 as Director of Legacies and Planned Giving for the Missouri division of the American Cancer Society.

Nelson married Lorene Palmer of Clifton Hill on July 25, 1954.

He is survived by his wife and two daughters, Laurie Seigel of Columbia and Linda Trickey and husband Allen Johnson of Atlanta, Ga.; and grandchildren, Paul Seigel and wife Melissa of Columbia, and Emma, Claire, and Catharine Johnson of Atlanta, Ga.

He was an active member of the First Christian Church for more than 55 years, serving as an Elder and member of the board. He taught Sunday School for 35 years, volunteered as a leader in the Boone County 4-H program and with the American Cancer Society of Boone County, gave blood as a Red Cross donor for 30 years, served as PTA co-president with Lorene at both Benton Elementary School and Jefferson Junior High School, was a member of Pinnacles Youth Foundation and Golden K Kiwanis Club, and sponsored K-Kids Day at Derby Ridge Elementary School for five years. He was a trustee on the 4-H Foundation Board. He received the Faculty Retiree of the Year Award from the University of Missouri and the 4-H Bridge Builder Award from the Missouri 4-H Foundation. In October 2005, he was inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame; he was inducted into the Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame in 2011.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be given to the Missouri 4-H Foundation, 1110 S. College Ave., Room 152, Columbia, Mo., 65211, or to First Christian Church, 101 N. Tenth St., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Monday, March 2, 2015

Anne McLean Conwell, 103, longtime resident of Frederick, Md., former resident of Columbia, died Friday, Feb. 27, 2015, at College View Center in Frederick. She was the wife of the late John O. Conwell, who predeceased her in 1966.

A graveside service will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 7, at Memorial Funeral Home and Cemetery, 1217 Business Loop 70 W., in Columbia.

The daughter of Arthur and Helen Thomas McLean, she was born Feb. 11, 1912, in Granite City, Ill., and grew up in Montgomery County. She attended Truman State University — then known as the Kirksville State Teachers College — in Kirksville and taught in elementary schools in Missouri for many years. During the 1930s, she taught in one-room schools in Montgomery and Adair Counties in Missouri. During the late 1960s and early 1970s, she taught at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish School in Columbia.

In 1954, she moved to Columbia, where she was an active member of First Presbyterian Church, King’s Daughters and other civic organizations. Her husband was the first sales manager of KOMU-TV in Columbia.

In 1988, she moved to Frederick, where she was an active member of Calvary United Methodist Church as long as her health permitted.

She is survived by her daughter, Phyllis Conwell Mussman and husband, Mike, of Frederick; three grandchildren, John Mussman and wife, Thea, of Baltimore, Md., Amy Mussman of Westport Island, Maine, and James Mussman of Frederick; three great-grandchildren, Colin, Kara and Kristin Mussman, all of Baltimore; as well as several nieces and nephews and their children. Her nephew, Les Wagner, and niece, Becky Wagner, reside in Columbia.

Arrangements are being handled by Stauffer Funeral Home of Frederick. Expressions of sympathy can be shared with the family at www.staufferfuneralhome.com.

Published Monday, March 2, 2015

Nancy Wright Banks, 79, of Columbia died Friday, Feb. 27, 2015, at Boone Hospital Center.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, March 5, by the Rev. Brad Stagg at the Columbia Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be held from 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. before the burial at Parker Funeral Service.

Nancy was born on Nov. 22, 1935, in Moberly to Mary Long Wright and Herman Huston Wright. Nancy graduated valedictorian from Cairo High School in 1953. She obtained an associate’s degree from Christian College in 1955. While in college, she was on the tennis, swim and basketball teams. She married Hartley Garrard Banks Jr. of Columbia on April 25, 1959.

Her activities and volunteering interests included the Margaret Hart Circle of Kings Daughters and Columbia Regional Hospital, and she was a valued supporter of the Cancer Research Center. She was a lifelong member of Cairo Christian Church but was affiliated with First Christian Church of Columbia. In her free time, Nancy enjoyed sewing, crafts, refinishing furniture, gardening, reading, her dogs and traveling with her husband.

Nancy is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Rose Hallam (Jeff) of Overland Park, Kan.; her son, Garrard Lynn Banks (Maury) of Columbia; a brother, Donald Wright (Barbara) of Tulsa, Okla.; and her grandchildren, Katherine Rose Hallam (Derek), Christina Lynn Hallam, Preston Scott Banks, and Carson Scout Banks.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband of 46 years, Hartley Garrard Banks Jr.; and her daughter, Susan Lea Banks.

Expressions of sympathy may be made by contributions to the Cancer Research Center, 3501 Berrywood Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65201. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Monday, March 9, 2015

Betty Jane Boyer Lakin, 73, of Columbia died of colon cancer Saturday, March 7, 2015, surrounded by her family at home in rural Boone County.

A funeral service will be held Tuesday, March 10, at 10 a.m. at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W. Visitation will be held Monday, March 9, also at Memorial Funeral Home, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Betty Jane Boyer was born Dec. 26, 1941, in the front bedroom of the Boyer family farm house near Gorin. She was the daughter of Wallace and Lucille Jackson Boyer. Along with her two older brothers, she attended grade school and high school in Gorin, where her mother was a longtime teacher. Betty attended the University of Missouri and, later, the IBM School in Kansas City.

Betty began her first career in 1960 at MFA Oil Co., where she met her husband, Dean Lakin. They were married in 1962.

She began her second career in 1981 at Stephens College, where she retired after 25 years of service.

She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Dean; their two children, Kimberly Mize (Geoffrey) of Charlotte, N.C., and Philip Lakin (Johnna) of Rocheport; and one grandchild, Oliver Mize. Also surviving are her two brothers, Keith Boyer (Ruth Ann) of Burlington, Iowa, and Ronnie Boyer (Judy) of Arbela; her uncle, Holly Boyer, of Granger; and eight nieces and nephews.

Active in numerous organizations, Betty was a longtime member of Broadway Christian Church, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), Beta Sigma Phi and PEO. She was also a devoted volunteer for her children’s schools and their passions, spending countless hours organizing Fairview Elementary chili suppers and 4-H activities throughout Missouri. She counted her nieces, nephews and their spouses as her own children, especially those who needed her help with their laundry while students at Mizzou and Stephens.

Betty’s great love for her family, neighbors, church friends, Stephens College students and colleagues were her life’s passion. At Stephens, she was known for her well-stocked candy dish and ample supply of advice for decades of undergraduates. She was an incredible baker and enjoyed sharing hand-written recipes with friends far and wide. She never lost touch with her Scotland County roots and remained close with her childhood friends and extended cousins. An incredible grandmother, “Mimi” often flew across the country to spend time reading with Oliver.

In her honor, memorial contributions to support the Betty Boyer Lakin Scholarship at Stephens College (attn: Shannon Walls, 1200 E. Broadway, Columbia, Mo., 65215) or Gorin Christian Church (attn: Tammy Weidenbenner, 317 N. Lincoln St., Memphis, Mo., 63555) are suggested. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Thursday, March 12, 2015

Mildred G. Washington, 88, of Columbia passed away Sunday, March 8, 2015, surrounded by her family.

Friends will be received from 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 14, at the First Christian Church, where funeral services will follow at noon, with the Rev. Marcus Reynolds officiating. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

She was born Aug. 12, 1926, in Jefferson City, the daughter of Ernest Griffin and Ruby (Smith) Griffin, who have preceded her in death.

Mildred was a graduate of Douglass High School, where she was a Majorette, student council representative and the 1944 Homecoming Queen. She attended Lincoln University and majored in health and physical education with a minor in elementary education. Mildred was united in marriage in September 1947 in Columbia to her high school sweetheart, George R. Washington, who preceded her in death.

Mildred and her husband devoted their lives to their children and to their community. Mildred worked for the Division of Family Services. She organized the first black foster parents organization in Boone County. She also taught in the Columbia Public School system after retiring from the Division of Family Services.

Mildred began her faith journey early in her life. She was a member of Fifth Street Christian Church for more than 75 years. Her great grandfather, the Rev. H. D. Griffin, was both pastor and architect for the present-day structure. Mildred served her church as a deacon, trustee, president of the trustee board, member of the sanctuary choir, member of Christian women’s fellowship, historian and Elder Emeritus. Mildred was a member of the Golden K. Kiwanis Club, where she served as chairperson of the human and spiritual values committee. She was an active member of the Church Women United at the local and state levels. She also was director of the Fifth Street Christian Church food pantry, where she served those who were homeless, handicapped and elderly. Mildred wrote and published a book on the history of Columbia and the 144-year history of the Fifth Street Christian Church. This book is housed in the Missouri State Historical Society in Columbia.

Mildred is survived by a daughter, Brenda Washington-Hartley of Columbia; a son, Derrick Washington of Columbia; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and close friends.

Mildred was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her sister, Ernestine Griffin-Cross; her two brothers, Wilbert Griffin and Kenneth Griffin; and one daughter, Lois Washington-Brown.

Arrangements are under the direction of Millard Family Funeral Home, 12 E. Ash St., Columbia, Mo., 65203. 573-442-7112.

Online condolences can be left for the family at www.millardfamilychapels.com.

Published Sunday, March 15, 2015

William D. Johns, 89, professor emeritus of geology at the University of Missouri-Columbia, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2015, in Minneapolis. He died peacefully, surrounded by family members.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 18, at Walker Methodist Chapel, 3701 Bryant Ave. S., Minneapolis, Minn., 55409.

Bill was born on Nov. 2, 1925, in Waynesburg, Pa., to William D. Johns and Beatrice Johns. He was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife Mariana, daughter Sydney, and sisters Helen Lee and Joanne Thompson.

He received a Bachelor of Arts from The College of Wooster, Wooster, Ohio, in 1947, with a double major in geology and chemistry. He earned a Master of Science degree and a doctoral degree in geology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1951 and 1952, respectively. He worked at the Illinois Engineering Experiment Station from 1949 to 1955, then moved to Washington University in St. Louis, where he was department chairman from 1962 to 1969.

Bill joined the faculty at the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1970, continuing the tradition of excellence in clay mineralogy established by Walter Keller. He retired in 1997, but continued doing research and attending conferences in Europe.

As an internationally renowned expert in clay mineralogy, Bill received several awards and traveled extensively for research and teaching. In 1976, he received the Alexander Von Humboldt Award in recognition of his scientific achievements. In 1996, he was honored as a distinguished member of both the Czech and Slovak clay societies. In 2003, he received the Clay Minerals Society Citation for 30 years of service.

Bill taught and conducted research at the universities of Gottingen, Heidelberg, and Vienna. He was granted three Fulbright fellowships. During his sabbaticals, he often lectured in German. He translated two books about mineralogy from German into English and was a prolific contributor to research journals.

Because of his concern with the rehabilitation of prison inmates, Bill made frequent visits to the Missouri correctional facility in Jefferson City, and he played a leading role at Alpha House, a halfway house in Columbia.

Along with his family, Bill enjoyed spending summers at Deep Creek Lake, Md. In his early 70s, he began piano lessons and took classes in art and music history. In 1999, he married Carla Waal. They moved to Minneapolis in 2013 to be closer to their family.

Bill is survived by his beloved wife, Carla; daughter Susan Graber (John) of Minneapolis; son David Johns of Overland Park, Kan.; and daughter Amy Johns (Jim Jager) of Anchorage, Alaska. He will be missed dearly by grandchildren Lauren Graber, Elizabeth Bentley, Madeline Graber, Mariana Jager and Luke Jager, and great-granddaughter Sydney.

Memorial contributions may be made to the William Johns Geology Student Scholarship Fund, University of Missouri, Geology Building. Room 101, Columbia, Mo., 65201-9984.

Published Sunday, March 22, 2015

James Edward Meyer, 90, passed away Friday, March 13, 2015, surrounded by his loving family.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 18, at Parker Funeral Home in Columbia. Visitation and service will be from 2 to 3:15 p.m., with graveside services afterward at the Columbia Cemetery.

Jim was born June 2, 1924, in Glasgow, Mo., to George Edward Meyer and Oklin Goodwin Meyer.

He graduated Glasgow High School, where he played basketball and football. He attended Kemper Military School before being drafted into the infantry during World War II, serving in the 102nd Ozark Infantry Division fighting in the Battle of the Bulge and the Roer River campaign. Jim received a battlefield commission and ultimately rose to the rank of first lieutenant. Jim was awarded both the Purple Heart and two Bronze Stars for his valor. At the end of the war, he served as a guard during the Nuremberg trials, where he recalled checking in Gen. George Patton and his ivory-handled pistols.

After the war, Jim stayed in Europe to play Army division basketball. The team toured Europe for a year, playing other division teams.

Upon his return from the war, Jim entered the University of Missouri-Columbia, where he was a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity.

On June 11, 1949, Jim married Sabra Reed Tull of Columbia at Calvary Episcopal Church. In 1950, during the Korean War, Jim was called back into the service at Camp Carson, Colo., and was stationed at Fort Richardson, Alaska.

Upon returning to Glasgow, he started his business career at the Glasgow Savings Bank in Glasgow. He went to work for Kansas City Life Insurance Co. in 1948 and remained with them for 66 years, one of Kansas City Life’s longest-serving employees. During his tenure he was an agent, general agent, and state manager for Texas. He was a lifetime member of the insurance industry’s Million Dollar Round Table.

Jim loved sports, especially golf and football. He was a longtime supporter of Kansas City Chiefs and Mizzou football, a member of the Mizzou Quarterback Club and a Tiger Scholarship Fund supporter.

He attended the first Super Bowl, then known as the AFC NFC Championship, and later attended two more Super Bowls. His love of golf pushed him to be a founding member of the Country Club of Missouri.

Jim is survived by his wife and their four favorite children, son James Lewis Meyer and wife, Karen, of Oklahoma City; daughter Sabra Meyer Johnson and husband, Douglas, of Lake Ozark; son John Tull Meyer and wife, Cheryl, of Half Moon Bay, Calif.; and daughter Shelley Meyer Vestal and husband, John, of Fort Collins, Colo. Jim was “Big Dad” to his five grandchildren, Thomas D. Johnson and wife, Stephanie; Brian E. Johnson; Sabra E. Rogers and husband, Joe; Sabra M. Crabtree and husband, Casey; and Spencer T. Meyer. Also surviving are three great-grandchildren, James and Charles Johnson and Sabra Olivia Rogers; brother-in-law Dr. Frank Tull of Sikeston; nieces, Laura Kok, Jeroen; Mary Sarni, Marc; Francis Scriminger; and Susan Halloway, Wade; nephew Dr. Frank Tull and wife, Dr. Stacey Tull; and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.

Jim led an amazing life and survived many obstacles including the Great Depression, World War II, the sinking of the ship bringing him home from the war, three airplane crashes and cancer. His friends frequently referred to him as “the luckiest, most loved SOB that ever lived.” His family and his life prove that.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to one of following: Lewis Library in Glasgow, Mo., First Presbyterian Church of Columbia, Mo., or the Columbia Humane Society.

Online condolences for the family may be left at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Betty Ehler, 80, of Columbia was called home by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, March 14, 2015, at her residence at The Bluffs.

Visitation will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Friday, March 20, at Memorial Funeral Home, with funeral services following at 2 p.m. Interment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Betty was born July 13, 1934, in St. Louis to Fred and Anna Lengemann.

She married Frank Ehler on July 19, 1952, in St. Louis.

She was a deeply dedicated woman who had the uncanny power of showing love with a simple smile. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Betty enjoyed the many facets of her life — spending time with family, gardening, vacations to the beach, watching the hummingbirds outside her window, and her cats, Boots and Lacey. She was a member of the Women’s Auxiliary with the American Legion Post 202, and she retired from Beneficial Finance and Boone Clinic.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank; parents, Fred and Anna; and sister, Sylvia.

She is survived by her son Frank (Kathy) Ehler; her daughter, Sylvia Martin; her grandchildren, Stacy (Branden) Burks, Travis (Cara) Gallup, Chase Ehler and Paige Ehler; great-grandchildren Kenzie, Masen and Lawson; and two nephews.

The family of Mrs. Ehler would like to thank the staff at the Bluffs, as well as Alice and Donna with Preferred Hospice, for the love, compassion and care they provided to Betty and her family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association of Mid-Missouri and Central Missouri Humane Society.

Published Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Bernice F. Prost, 91, passed into eternal rest at her home in Columbia on Wednesday, March 18, 2015.

Visitation will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Church from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 27, and from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 28. A funeral mass will be celebrated Saturday at 10:30 a.m., with a luncheon to follow in the activities building. Mrs. Prost’s friends are invited to attend.

Bernice Prost (nee Rossi) was born in Providence, R.I. She graduated from Katherine Gibbs Secretarial School.

She married Paul R. Prost in 1946. In addition to helping her husband with Prost Builders, she later worked as a secretary with State Farm.

Bernice had been a docent at the Museum of Art and Archeology, a member of the League of Women Voters, a library volunteer, and an active and supportive member of Sacred Heart Parish for more than 50 years.

Mrs. Prost is survived by five children, Paula Morton of Daytona Beach, Fla.; Vaughn Prost of Columbia; Fay Prost-Hoit of Raleigh, N.C.; Celeste Litton of Wildwood; and Sybil Prost of St. Louis.

She was also blessed with seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, with a third due near her birthday in August.

Her husband, Paul Prost, preceded her in death.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Foundation.

Online condolences for the family can be left at www.parkerfuneralservice.com

Published Monday, March 23, 2015

John LaMere, 88, of Columbia, formerly of Kalamazoo, Mich., and Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2015, in Columbia.

A visitation in Columbia will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, at Nilson Funeral Home, 5611 St. Charles Road.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, March 26, at Muller Funeral Home in Edgewood, Iowa, with a visitation from 1 to 2 p.m. Burial will follow in Edgewood Cemetery.

John was born Dec. 27, 1926, in Kalamazoo, Mich., to Paul and Rose Mara LaMere. On April 30, 1955, he married Nola Beth Ash in Edgewood, Iowa. He served with the U.S. Army in World War II and Korea.

He was employed with Square D for 37 years, beginning in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and eventually retiring from the plant in Columbia. He was an avid Green Bay Packers fan, and he enjoyed bowling, stamp collecting, fishing, hunting, camping and hiking.

John is survived by his wife, Nola, of the home; sons, Loren (Kathy) LaMere and Noel LaMere of Columbia; grandchildren, Sharree (Brian) Rose of Columbia and Shawn (Lindsay) LaMere of Wheeling, Ill.; siblings, Delina Duchay of Rock Falls, Ill., Arnold LaMere of Portage, Mich., and Rosemary Resseguie of Vicksburg, Mich.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Frank LaMere.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn., 38105, or to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave. Fl. 17, Chicago, Ill., 60601-7633.

Online condolences can be left for the family at www.nilsonfuneralhome.com.

Published Wednesday, October 14, 2015

*A memorial service is planned for 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, in the Firestone Baars Chapel at Stephens College.

Bertrice Elizabeth Crowe Bartlett, 84, retired professor of English at Stephens College, died Thursday, March 26, 2015, in San Antonio, Texas, surrounded by her three children.

A memorial service is planned for 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, in the Firestone Baars Chapel at Stephens College.

Ms. Bartlett was born May 31, 1930, to Aurilla Bertrice Burrow and Mathew Pendelton Crowe in Philadelphia, Pa.

She married Donald Loring Bartlett, former professor of art at the University of Missouri, in 1955, and the couple moved to Columbia in 1960.

Ms. Bartlett joined the Stephens College faculty in 1964 and received the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching in 1995.

While teaching at Stephens, she earned a master’s degree from the University of Missouri in 1968 and a doctorate from Washington University in St. Louis in 1981. Her B.A. (1955) and MLS (1959) were earned at the University of Texas-Austin.

Ms. Bartlett, long active in Democratic politics in Boone County, attended the 1968 Democratic Convention in Chicago as a Missouri delegate for Eugene McCarthy. In 2010, she was awarded the Boone County Muleskinners’ lifetime achievement award for her decades of volunteer work. She was also active for years in the Columbia chapters of the League of Women Voters and the ACLU.

A vigorous advocate for the Daniel Boone Regional Library, Ms. Bartlett served on the library’s board for nine years, including two stints as president. As co-chair of the building committee, she was instrumental in helping bring the new Columbia Public Library building to the community.

She is survived by her daughter, Saskia Ann Bartlett of San Antonio, Texas; her two sons, Bennett S. Bartlett of Houston, Texas, and Thad Q. Bartlett of San Antonio; six grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Columbia Public Library.

Published Tuesday, March 31, 2015

Gail Bank, 89, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2015, at University Hospital in Columbia.

A graveside service will be held at 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, at Columbia Cemetery. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, May 1, at Parker Funeral Service.

Gail was born in a small coal-mining town in West Virginia. He was a United States Air Force WWII veteran who stayed stateside working as a mechanic. He was part of a test crew for the B-29s that were to be sent overseas. After serving his country, he was able to go to college on the GI Bill. He studied radio and television.

He married Ruth “Petey” Dall and they moved several times, following Gail’s radio jobs to Kansas, Iowa and Missouri. They moved to Columbia in 1954 after Gail was recruited by MU’s Agricultural Extension Program to produce and host a weekly television program known as “RFD.” This program informed Missourians of agricultural techniques as well as the economics of farm and home. It ran for 12 years.

Gail completed his master’s degree at the University of Missouri and began working toward a doctorate from the University of Chicago, which he earned in 1970. In 1963 Gail began working for The University Medical Center where he created a new program of continuing education for practicing physicians. In 1977 Gail and Petey relocated to Detroit, where Gail created the Continuing Medical Education Department at Wayne State University.

The Banks returned to Columbia for their retirement and formed their place in serving others. They were both very involved in Meals on Wheels. Gail became very active in the Golden K Kiwanis Club, where he was known for making balloon animals for the children at the Annual Pancake Breakfast. He also shared his balloon talents with the patients of the children’s wing at the medical center. He was Chair of the Annual “Helping Little Hearts” golf tournament for many years. He was very active in the congregation at Beth Shalom here in Columbia. Gail loved the outdoors and would never turn down the opportunity to golf or go camping.

Gail and Petey spent 61 years side by side. They lived their lives to the fullest, and they shared their love for life and each other with all their family, friends and the community.

Gail is survived by his son, David (Barbara) Bank; daughter, Deni Bank; grandchildren, Alex and Hallen Korn, Brandon (Michelle) Willis, Katy and Krista Hoffmaster; and two great-grandchildren, Audra and Emma Willis.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to the Congregation Beth Shalom, Habitat for Humanity or Meals on Wheels.

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

Published Sunday, April 12, 2015

Carl David Settergren, 79, of Columbia passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2015, at University Hospital.

Services will be held at 3 p.m. Monday, April 13, at Columbia United Church of Christ, 3201 Interstate 70 Drive N.W. Visitation will be before the service from 2 to 3 p.m.

Carl David was born Dec. 12, 1935, in Chicago to Carl Victor and Lillian Fisher Settergren. He grew up on the West Side of Chicago and graduated from Austin High School in 1954. He moved to Columbia later that year as a freshman at the University of Missouri, beginning his more than 50-year affiliation with the university.

His career as a professor in the MU Department of Forestry in the School of Natural Resources was marked with distinction and excellence. He received his bachelor’s degree in forestry in 1958 and his master’s degree in forestry in 1960, becoming a member of the MU faculty. He earned his doctorate degree in forest hydrology from Colorado State University in 1967. His research and scholarship made important contributions to the field, including his enduring publication, Trees of Missouri. Both on the Columbia campus and at the University Forest summer camp, thousands of students knew him as a passionate teacher and a good friend. In 2002, he was awarded the Missouri Society of American Foresters’ highest honor, the Karkhagne Award. He retired from the university in 2005 as professor emeritus.

In addition to his scholarly career, he served as the university’s faculty athletics representative to the NCAA and the Big 8 and Big 12 conferences from 1987 to 2005. He also served as the national chairman of the NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship Committee. During his dedicated years of service to Mizzou athletics, he worked tirelessly on behalf of student athletes and helped advanced the integrity and reputation of the athletic program. He was first, and forever, a Tiger fan, a “true son” of Mizzou.

Carl was an avid fisherman and a truly gifted woodworker whose gifts of beautiful pieces of furniture are treasured by his family and friends.

He married the love of his life, Roberta Nistendirk, on Aug. 21, 1965. He was a loving and dedicated husband throughout their 49-year marriage. He was also an exemplary father to their two daughters: supportive, funny, wise and caring. He delighted in his grandchildren, and they adored their Papa.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his two daughters and their families: Amy Settergren, her husband, Jerry Kerns, and their children, Lillian, Henry and Eleanor, all of Chicago; and Susan Settergren Harman, her husband, Brian, and their children, Casey and Abigail, all of Aurora, Colo. He also leaves many devoted sisters- and brothers-in-law and nieces and nephews. Carl’s parents and his brother, Roy, predeceased him.

Memorial donations may be made to the MU Tiger Scholarship Fund. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Ruth A. Henderson, 75, passed away at Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehab in Austin, Texas, on Friday, April 10, 2015, going to her heavenly home and family.

Burial for Ruth and her husband, James Henderson, who passed away in 2011, will be Saturday, April 25, at Callaway Memorial Gardens in Fulton, after a graveside service at 11 a.m.

Ruth was born Oct. 5, 1939, in Mexico, Mo., and was a member of First Baptist Church in Fulton.

Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, James O. Henderson; her grandparents, Chalmer and Dorris Edwards of Fulton; her mother, Virginia Rickard of Ocala, Fla.; and a grandson, Curtis Storey of Springfield.

She is survived by a daughter, Kelly Gossett of Springfield; a son, Darrell Henderson of Boonville; and a daughter, Tracy (Kevin) Green of Austin, Texas. Also surviving are 10 living grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a stepson, Lee Horine of Fulton; a stepdaughter, Vicki (Don) King of New Bloomfield; and several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Henderson was employed as a secretary after graduating from Fulton High School and worked several positions before retiring as administrative assistant to the chief of police in Columbia in 1997 after more than 24 years of service.

She and her husband retired to Kodak, Tenn., where she enjoyed pets, reading, crafting, traveling and camping with her husband until his death.

Published Monday, April 20, 2015

Detective Sgt. Robert Dale “Moose” Muse, 76, of Columbia passed away Saturday, April 11, 2015.

No services are scheduled.

He is survived by his wife, Dottie Muse; sons, Nicky Muse and Scott Muse; daughters, Robin Engle and Wendy Engram; sister, Margaret Wallace; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his first wife; a granddaughter; 10 brothers and sisters; and two sons, Donald Morgan and Steve Smith.

Bob dedicated his life to his country and community; he was retired from the U.S. Air Force and Columbia Police Department, and worked for several years as an investigator for the state of Missouri.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Monday, May 4, 2015

Roy T. Gallemore III, 61, died Sunday, April, 12, 2015.

Graveside internment is planned for 10 a.m. Friday, May 8, at Memorial Cemetery in Columbia.

Roy was born Sept. 27, 1953, to Roy T. Gallemore II and Jaqueline Gallemore.

Roy was a lifelong resident of Boone County, graduating from high school at University of Missouri Laboratory School. He attended Central Methodist College and graduated from Columbia College with a degree in business. Roy was a well-known car salesman in Columbia for most of his career. Roy never met a stranger and made many friends over the years.

Roy was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Tekla; and his son R.T. Gallemore IV.

Memorial Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, May 3, 2015

Dr. John Ford Townsend, 79, passed away at The Bluffs in Columbia on the morning of Wednesday, April 15, 2015, after an extended illness.

Dr. Townsend, a professed Christian, requested that there be no services, instead instructing that his earthly remains be scattered on Buford Mountain in Iron County, a place wherein he found spiritual peace.

Dr. Townsend was born in Kansas City on Jan. 14, 1936. His mother was Veva Ford Townsend and his father was Loran George Townsend.

He attended high school at the University of Missouri’s Laboratory School. He graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry. He went on to attend medical school at the University of Missouri, where he graduated at the top in his class. Dr. Townsend served as a captain in the U.S. Army in St. Louis during the Vietnam War. After completing his internship in pathology at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas, and after completing his residency in pathology at the University of Missouri Medical Center, Dr. Townsend was employed as a pathologist at the University of Missouri Medical Center. He served as the chairman of the University of Missouri Medical Center’s Department of Pathology during the 1980s and 1990s until his retirement. He was also a professor of pathology at the University of Missouri Medical School.

Dr. Townsend lived in Columbia for nearly 50 years; he then moved to Franklin.

He had a great love for animals and for his true friends, including his best friend, Capt. John D. Peters, USN Ret., whom he knew since very early childhood.

Dr. Townsend is survived by his four children, Sarah Henderson (spouse David Henderson), Rachel L. Townsend (spouse Michael Brown), Daniel J. Townsend and David B. Townsend (spouse Jennifer Townsend); grandchildren, Joshua Henderson, Zachary Henderson, Samuel Townsend Brown and Diana Marfleet Brown. He is also survived by cousins, William McKinney of Belleview, Lisa Townsend Sage of Flowery Branch, Ga., and James Shepardson of the St. Louis area. He is also survived by his wife, Linda Ann Townsend, and his adopted daughter, Talea Michelle Townsend.

Published Sunday, April 19, 2015

Charles Kenneth Engelbrecht, 87, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2015, and is now “absent from the body, present with the Lord,” 2 Corinthians 5:8.

In loving memory of Kenneth Engelbrecht, his family will have a memorial service in celebration of his life at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 25, at CenterPoint Church, 1900 N. Providence Road, Suite 120, in Columbia.

Kenneth was born May 18, 1927, in Springfield to Charles William Engelbrecht and Josie Mae Enloe Engelbrecht. He grew up in Russellville and graduated from Russellville High School. After he served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean conflict, he graduated from the University of Missouri.

He married Nola Darlene Taylor on Aug. 28, 1960. Kenneth worked as a loan officer at Farm and Home Savings and Loan for 30 years. He was a member of the Lion’s Club for more than 25 years and volunteered his time to the Lion’s Eye Bank.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Darlene; his children, Letitia Burnett and Lyle Engelbrecht; son-in-law Cary Burnett; and granddaughter, Victoria Burnett.

Kenneth was interred at Memorial Park Cemetery by Nilson Funeral Home.

Condolences can be left for the family at www.nilsonfuneralhome.com.

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Florence Akey, 87, of Columbia, passed away, April 17, 2015 at South Hampton Place in Columbia.

A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, April 26, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 301 W. Smiley Ln, Columbia, MO 65202.

Florence was born on July 15, 1927, in Argentine, Kansas, to Joseph Seely and Dora Belle Dalrymple Seely. Florence is survived by her daughters Sandra Mastin of Columbia, Ann Richardson of Fulton, Mary Perkins of Harrisburg and Regina Johnston of Florida and by 17 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by sisters Regina Acton of Irving, Texas, Maryann Rose of Tyler, Texas, and Josephine Sisson of Arkansas.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her son William H Mordica Jr, her grandson Jonathan Mastin, and her brothers David Seely and Lloyd Seely.

Published Monday, April 20, 2015

Rolla Grace Sr., 79, of Columbia passed to be with our heavenly father on Friday, April 17, 2015, in Columbia.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, April 20, at Memorial Funeral Home. Service will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, at First Presbyterian Church in Columbia.

Rolla was born eighth of 12 siblings on May 20, 1935, to the late Gabriel and Pearl Fahnestock Grace in Fristoe. On March 31, 1957, he married the love of his life, Nadine Bolton, in Fulton, and she survives.

Rolla was a New York Life Insurance agent for more than 55 years. He achieved his professional CLU designation in 1971 and ChFC in 1983. He was an elder, deacon and church treasurer of First Presbyterian Church, a member of Lions Club and Northwest Rotary Club. Rolla was an MU alumnus and an avid supporter of Mizzou sports. Rolla was happiest in his role of grandparent and devoted husband, in service to family, church and community, and singing in church choir and barbershop.

Along with his wife, Nadine, he is survived by his children, Rolla Grace Jr. (Joni) of San Jose, Calif., and Jerry Grace of Columbia; four siblings, Ida Mae Campbell (Warren) of Edwards, John Grace (Sue) of Chicago, Ill., Sterling Grace of Miami, Fla., and Diana Grace of Dekalb, Ill.; five grandchildren, Rolla Grace III, Jill Tsiakilos (George), Kristin Duchmann (Taylor), Brian Grace and Sharlyn Grace; six great-grandchildren, Ethan Grace, Gwen Tsiakilos, Tymon Tsiakilos, Charlie Duchmann, Zoey Duchmann and Wendy Duchmann.

Five brothers and two sisters preceded Rolla in death.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 16 Hitt St., Columbia.

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

Published Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Dr. Melvin G. Blase, 81, of Columbia passed away Sunday, April 19, 2015.

A celebration of Mel’s life will be at 11 a.m. Friday, April 24, at First Baptist Church in Columbia. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until service time.

Mel was born May 13, 1933, to the late Edwin L. and Amanda F. Westerfeld Blase in St. Charles. In 1954, he married Betty Weiser. She survives at their home.

Mel graduated from St. Charles Public High School. Serving in the U.S. Air Force, he achieved the rank of captain. He received bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Missouri and a doctorate in economics from Iowa State University in 1960. He was a professor of agricultural economics for 35 years at the University of Missouri. He became a professor emeritus in agricultural economics and authored several books. He worked with agriculture industry development throughout his career.

Dr. Blase was a veteran Angus breeder and operated Blase Angus farms for many years. Mel was a member of First Baptist Church in Columbia and the following Angus Associations: American, Missouri, Howard County and East-Central Missouri.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Louis Blase of Shelbyville, Ky.; a daughter, Ann Blase of Columbia; a sister, Katherine Fenton of Marysville, Wash.; three grandchildren, Jordan, Gabrielle and Ross; and a great-grandson, Liam Eversole.

Mel was preceded in death by a son, Larry E. Blase; two brothers, Edwin Blase and Kenneth Blase; and one sister, Elma Roberts.

Memorial contributions are suggested to St. John’s United Church of Christ, St. Charles, Mo., c/o Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel, 1610 N. Garth Ave., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Online condolences and tributes can be shared with the family at www.bachyager.com.

Published Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Rose Mary Langland, 78, of Columbia passed away Monday, April 20, 2015, at home.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 9, at Missouri United Methodist Church in Columbia.

Rose Mary was born to Guy and Blanche Roberts on June 8, 1936. She married Roger Langland on March 16, 1963, while serving as a short-term missionary nurse in Lahore, Pakistan.

Rose Mary received a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing at the University of Kansas and a Master of Science degree in nursing at the University of Missouri. She taught gerontological nursing at MU and was the staff nurse during the early years of the Adult Day Connection at MU. She was a lifelong member of Missouri United Methodist Church.

She is survived by her husband; two daughters, Gwen Langland of Columbia and Robin Batt of Jacksonville, Fla.; one son, Lance (Mindy) Langland of Houston, Texas; one brother, Roger (Sandy) Roberts of Albuquerque, N.M.; and three grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Missouri United Methodist Church music fund, the United Methodist Women for Missions or the Gurucharri Foundation that helps local cancer patients.

Online condolences can be left at www.heartlandcremation.com.

Published Monday, April 27, 2015

Mabel G. Reeves-Smith, 97, of Columbia died Saturday, April 25, 2015.

Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, April 30, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery in Belle.

Mabel Glenn Reeves-Smith was born March 23, 1918, in Belle to William B. Barbarick and Emma G. (Cahill) Barbarick. She married Raymond A. Reeves in 1940. She later married Ernest Smith in 1983. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Columbia and, while her health permitted, was an active participant in the Columbia Senior Center.

Mrs. Reeves-Smith is survived by son Randy R. Reeves and wife Becky of Houston, Texas; daughter Ronda J. Perkins of Columbia; four grandchildren, Ramona D. Perkins, Staci L. Bouthillette, Windy K. Leighton, Kimberly A. Wilbur; and nine great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by both husbands; an infant daughter, Louise M. Reeves; three sisters; and one brother.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Dr. James C. Denninghoff, 89, of Columbia passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 25, 2015, in Columbia.

James was born on Sept. 13, 1925, in La Crosse, Wis., the son of Lucia (Blank) and the Rev. Louis Denninghoff. He married Eloise Guffy on May 29, 1949, in Cherokee, Okla.; she preceded him in death in 2004. He married Lucille Salerno in 2005.

Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, May 1, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. at the funeral home, with military honors at the grave site afterwards. There will be an open luncheon at 12:30 p.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1600 W. Rollins Road.

James was a rifleman in World War II in the 100th Infantry Division, serving in Germany and France.

He graduated from the University of Wichita and was accepted into medical school at Washington University. After receiving his medical training in St. Louis, he practiced internal medicine in Columbia from 1957 to 1990. He was a founding member of Trinity Presbyterian Church. His many interests included trains large and small, cars old and new, photography, travel, reading, music, fixing any nonworking item, telling knock-knock jokes and playing with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Lucille Salerno; his daughters, Carol Denninghoff and Cynthia (Igor) Chernyakhovsky; son, James S. (Amy) Denninghoff; eight grandchildren, Caroline Casati, Alexander, Elizabeth and David Chernyakhovsky, and Sarah, Joanna (Ben Frissell), Molly and Will Denninghoff; and a great-grandson, Henry Holmes. He was preceded in death by his first wife, his parents, and two brothers, Phillip and George.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Brotherhood Fund at Trinity Presbyterian Church, Osher Lifelong Learning, or the Missouri Symphony Society. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Monday, April 27, 2015

Eugene H. Gruender Sr. died Sunday, April 26, 2015, after a brief illness, surrounded by four generations of family members.

There will be a memorial service from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 29, at the VFW Post 280, 1509 Ashley St. in Columbia, with military honors at 6:30 p.m. Food and drink will be provided.

Gene was born in St. Louis on Nov. 8, 1924, to Julius and Thelma (Westbrook) Gruender. Growing up poor in the depression, he quit school at age 16 and joined the Carpenters Union as an apprentice. He remained a union member for the rest of his life.

During World War II, he interrupted his apprenticeship to join the Army Air Corps. He served with pride in North Africa and Bari, Italy, surviving a massive German air attack on the harbor on Dec. 2, 1943. The attack destroyed 27 ships and much of the base, including one American ship that was secretly loaded with mustard gas, spreading it widely.

Near the end of his service on Aug. 7, 1945, he married his sweetheart, Dorothy Snow, who waited for him homeside through the war. They had five children and were very happily married. In 1948, they moved to Columbia. As he told it, “I put everything we had in the back of a 1941 Chevy pickup, strapped a crate with the pig on the tailgate, loaded my wife and 2 sons in the cab, and moved to Columbia.”

In Columbia, he continued his construction career. One of his first jobs was to set the very first foundation footings for University Hospital. Soon he became a superintendent, running entire jobs — he was responsible for everything. He went on to build many buildings in Columbia, large and small. It would be difficult today to drive across Columbia and not see many buildings he built. These would include most additions to Hickman High School, Jeff Junior High School and West Boulevard School; all of West Junior High School; Mark Twain on Fifth Street; the building that now houses Lucky’s Grocery; Hathman Village; Whitegate Shopping Center; the Columbia Senior Center; and dozens more. He built the Thomas Jefferson Hall in Rolla, and he was called on to finish the lodge at Roaring River State Park in southern Missouri when others could not finish the job.

He was known as a very particular superintendent, and many subcontractors had a difficult time working with him. However, to quote one who did many jobs for him, “He wasn’t really hard to get along with — you just do exactly what he says, and everything goes well.” He accomplished all of this with an eighth grade education.

He started construction of the D&G Mobile Home Park on the north side of Columbia in 1966, which he and Dorothy owned and operated until they sold it in the late 1970s.

Soon after, they moved to Sturgeon, where Gene flirted with retirement many times while traveling extensively across the country. He finally retired with his last job as a superintendent at the age of 82.

Gene and Dorothy had five children: Eugene H. Gruender Jr. (Nellie); John Robert Gruender, deceased (Karen); Dottie Lee Gruender (deceased); James William Gruender; and Joseph Wayne Gruender (Mary).

He also is survived by 15 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren.

After Dorothy’s death in 1991, Gene found happiness in his later years with his companion, Willa Smith. Until her death in February of 2015, they traveled and enjoyed life.

The family would like to thank his caregivers, Bobbie, Glenda and Eric; Phoenix Home Health Care; and Hospice Compassus. A special thanks to his grandson Jimmy Gruender for the special care he gave during the past year.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Central Missouri Honor Flight 1400 Forum Blvd. Ste. 1-C, Box 334, Columbia, Mo., 65203. centralmissourihonorflight.com. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Mary Ruth (Lennox) Washington died in her sleep at 8:15 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, 2015.

A memorial service will be arranged for friends and family at a later date.

Mrs. Washington was born on Dec. 6, 1920, to James Henry and Edith Eales Lennox of Hannibal.

She attended Ocean Wave School during her early years. She graduated from Tilden High School, located in the Oakwood neighborhood of Hannibal.

She married Edward Lee Washington of Oakwood and they produced two sons, William Lee Washington and Louis Edward Washington. She lived in Columbia most of her adult life.

During World War II, she joined the U.S. Navy. After completing basic training at Hunter College in New York City, she received her advance training and rating as a Yeoman at Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She was assigned to the office of the Bureau of Personnel at Naval Air Station-Olathe located in Olathe, Kan.

Following the war, the family moved to Columbia, where her husband, Edward, established a pediatric practice.

Mary began a career at the University of Missouri in 1964 at the central administration Office of Personnel. She continued her career as supervisor of records with University Systems until she retired in the early 1980s.

Mary Washington is remembered as a loving wife and mother. She was passionate about matters of equality and the equality of opportunity for all people.

She was a lover of animals and devoted to their comfort and welfare.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Lee Washington. She is survived by her two sons, William Lee Washington of Columbia and his wife, Frances, and Louis Edward Washington of Park Hills, Ky., and his wife, Barbara. Also surviving are a granddaughter, Katherine Elizabeth Flanner (Mark) of Ann Arbor, Mich.; and two great-granddaughters, Adela Flanner and Elsie Flanner, both of Ann Arbor, Mich.; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

She would like to extend her gratitude to the doctors and staff of Boone Hospital.

Memorials may be made to the Washington Medical Scholarship fund at the University of Missouri School of Medicine or a charity of your choice.

Published Sunday, May 3, 2015

Dennis Lynn Welty, 66, of Columbia passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 29, 2015.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday. Burial with full military honors will be held in Memorial Park Cemetery.

He was born on March 3, 1949, in Mount Sterling, Ill., the son of Barbara “Mary” (Gillenwater) and Delbert “Richard” Welty.

Dennis was a private in the U.S. Army and served in the Vietnam War.

Survivors include his wife, Connie; daughter, Christy Ludeman and her spouse, James; son, Richard Welty; three grandchildren, David, Julia and Anthony Ludeman; one great-grandchild, Natalie Ludeman; one brother, Scott Welty; and three sisters, Theresa Kindhart, Connie Burch and Alice Harbison.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Gayle Welty.

Memorial contributions may be made to Dennis’ memorial fund and sent in care of the funeral home.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Wednesday, May 6, 2015

Madaline Acklie Muhrer, 99, of Columbia died Thursday, April 30, 2015, at Candlelight Lodge Assisted Living Facility in Columbia.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 9, at St. Paul United Church of Christ in Kahoka with the Rev. Dixie Laube and Deacon Joe Mitchell providing words of comfort. Burial in the St. Paul Cemetery will take place after services. Friends may visit after 9 a.m. on Friday, May 8, at Wilson Funeral Home in Kahoka, and the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday.

Madaline was born on Aug. 28, 1915, near Alexandria, a daughter of Johnnie and Eda Katharina Neumann Acklie.

She married Merle E. Muhrer on Feb. 4, 1939, at her parents’ home. He preceded her in death on Oct. 29, 1999.

Survivors include four sons, Verle (Dorothy) Muhrer of Kahoka; Darryl Muhrer of Columbia; Merlin (Jill) Muhrer of Lansdowne, Pa.; and Henry (Roberta) Muhrer of Chicago, Ill.; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and other relatives.

Madaline was a 1933 graduate of Kahoka High School and attended Kirksville State Teachers College. She taught in several one-room schools in Clark County until her marriage, when she and Merle moved to Columbia and later Kirksville, as he furthered his education. The couple ultimately returned to Columbia, where Merle received a doctorate degree and they made their home for the rest of their lives.

Madaline was a member of Columbia United Church of Christ and was active in its ministry, participating in the Women’s Guild, volunteering in the office and serving as part-time organist to name a few contributions.

She was a member of the Strawn Extension Club, the University of Missouri Faculty and Ag Wives organizations, a former 4-H leader, and member and past president of the Missouri State China Painters Association.

Memorials are suggested to Columbia United Church of Christ, the St. Paul Cemetery or to the donor’s choice.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.wilsonfuneralservice.com.

Published Sunday, May 31, 2015

Robert E. Kren, 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 7, 2015, in Thousand Oaks, Calif.

Interment will be at West Point, N.Y. Date of services is yet to be determined.

He was born in 1924 in Bridgeport, Ohio, to Mathew and Marie Kren.

He graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, N.Y., in June 1946. While there, he played football on a national championship team.

In December 1946, he married Elizabeth “Betty” Chitterling.

He served in the Korean War, earning a Bronze Star.

On his return from Korea, he attended the University of Missouri where he was awarded a Master of Arts degree in journalism. After 21 years of service in the U.S. Army, he retired to Missouri where he was employed by the University of Missouri-Columbia as the director of public relations.

In 1986, he and Betty moved to New London, N.H., where he worked as an investment advisor for the Burney Co. In 2010, he and Betty moved to University Village in Thousand Oaks.

He was active in the Episcopal Church, Lions Club, Rotary and Habitat for Humanity.

He enjoyed ringing the bell for the Salvation Army at Christmas.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Betty Jane Kren; his three children, Jeni-Ann Kren, Stephanie Lee Kren and James Page Kren; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Habitat for Humanity of the Kearsarge/Sunapee (N.H.) Area, P.O. Box 1513, New London, N.H., 03257.

Published Friday, May 8, 2015

Trevor Jackson Hourigan, 47, passed from his earthly life to join his heavenly Father on Thursday, May 7, 2015.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 9, at Parker Funeral Service. A visitation will precede the service at 1 p.m. Interment will follow at Columbia Cemetery.

He has fought a courageous battle with cancer for a year. Trevor was born in Columbia on Sept. 26, 1967, to Judi and Greg Hourigan, both of whom preceded him in death.

He is survived by his brother, Gregory Shawn Hourigan of Columbia, and his nephew, Hunter Hourigan of Kansas City.

He attended the University of Missouri, Columbia College and Southwest Missouri State.

He was employed in sales positions with Southwestern Bell, the Yellow Pages and Sysco Foods.

An avid Mizzou football fan, Trevor will be sadly missed by his band of “tailgate buddies.” Passionate about tailgating, Trevor would often arrive on game day six to eight hours before kickoff to secure their favorite spot. Highlighting his three decades of home game attendance was the invitation he received to sit on the sidelines with the team during Mizzou’s 2015 spring game.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Thursday, June 25, 2015

Jackie Sue Williams, 56, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away Friday, May 8, 2015.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 27, at First Assembly of God Church, 1100 N. 7th St., in Columbia.

She was born Dec. 5, 1958.

She really enjoyed getting visits from her mother, sisters and brother.

She is survived by her mother, Carol Baker; two sisters, Terri Ricketts of Millersburg and Charlotte Phillips of Pella, Iowa; one brother, Charles Lee Baker Jr. of Columbia; and aunts and uncles.

She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Lee Baker Sr.; two sisters, Rosie Marie Baker and Mary Ann Baker; one brother, Lester Gene Baker; and one nephew, Brian Lee Ricketts.

Published Sunday, May 10, 2015

Robert (Bob) Joseph Bechtold, 76, died May 9, 2015, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.

There will be a memorial Mass at 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 15, 2015, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. The family will welcome friends from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the Country Club of Missouri.

Bechtold remembered as consummate optimist, competitor
Bob was born in Boonville on Feb. 3, 1939, to Mable and Henry Bechtold. He graduated in 1961 from Rockhurst College in Kansas City with a bachelor’s degree in business. Bob played baseball at Rockhurst all four years. After college, he played and then coached Ban Johnson Baseball for many years.

Bob attended graduate school at the University of Missouri-Columbia, studying economics. While he was in graduate school, he met Donna Hale Barnini, who was attending Stephen’s College. They married in 1965.

To pay his tuition, Bob started a painting business while attending Rockhurst. He started a sod business while in graduate school and continued to run the business for more than a decade. He bought and developed several residential and commercial projects in Missouri, which included projects in Columbia, Boonville, Rolla and New Madrid.

In 1978, Bob bought a parcel of land just west of Columbia at the Fayette exit. There was one small building with two gas pumps on the property. He began adding parcels of land that surrounded his property. Today, Midway Travel Plaza encompasses more than 200 acres and includes several businesses.

Bob was an avid Mizzou football fan. He owned tickets on the 50-yard line for 54 years and attended every home game regardless of the weather. He loved playing bridge. Bob especially like spending winters in Boca Raton, Fla., where he and his father-in-law, John Barnini, could be found Saturdays watching the thoroughbreds run at Hialeah Racetrack.

Bob also had a passion for golf and, even after his diagnosis, was able to play for another six years with his friends, a group of men called “The Dots.”

Bob was very involved in the Missouri Truckstop Operators Association and served as president of the organization in 1982. He was on the management advisory board at the University of Missouri from 1986 to 1989. He was on the advisory board for Habitat for Humanity from 1998 to 2002. And he was on the board of Boone County Bank from 1985 to 2009. Bob also was a longtime member of the Downtown Rotary club.

Bob is survived by his wife, Donna; son Robert Joseph Jr. (Joe) and his wife, Megan, and their two sons, Robert Joseph III and Ryder Jack; and son John Brendan and his wife, Vitalija, and their daughter, Emilia. He is also survived by three sisters: Dorothy Hayes (husband Mike) and Jeannie Wasleski both of Kansas City and Virginia Schulte of Brecksville, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by four brothers and one sister.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 2400 Bluff Creek Drive, Columbia Mo., 65201.

Published Thursday, May 14, 2015

Peter Brett Prentiss, known as “Brett” to his friends, died Wednesday, May 13, 2015, of metastatic prostate cancer at age 73.

Services will be held at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 16, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Columbia.

Brett was an actor and theater professor at Stephens College for 38 years before retiring in 2008.

Born in Indianapolis to John and Dorothy Prentiss on Oct. 21, 1941, Brett was raised in Ohio. He graduated from Western Reserve Academy in 1959, Amherst College in 1963, and attended the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts from 1963-1965.

While in London, he met his wife, Branca Maria de Queiroz Costa, from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. After marrying, they returned to the United States, where Brett earned his Master of Fine Arts degree at Yale University’s School of Drama.

After a stint at Stephens and some years in New York City, he and his family returned to Columbia for the duration of his career. He performed in and directed mre than 100 shows at the Stephens Playhouse, Warehouse and Okoboji Summer Theaters. He received the Governor’s Excellence in Teaching Award from the State of Missouri in 1994 and was named a Trustees Professor by Stephens College in 2002.

A fixture on local radio and television commercials, he was known for his powerful voice, devoted mentorship of students, a sharp wit, creative profanity and great storytelling. A skilled magician and voracious reader, he loved his family, his dogs, scuba diving and his martinis. Brett was, in short, unforgettable.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Branca; his brother, John Gregory of Lakeview, Ark.; his son, Craig, and daughter-in-law, Shana, of Kansas City; his daughter, Laura, and son-in-law, Terrence Chun, of Palo Alto, Calif.; and five grandchildren, Benjamin Brett Prentiss, Malia Chun, Cole Prentiss, Kaila Chun and Alana Chun.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Central Missouri Humane Society, 616 Big Bear Blvd., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Published Sunday, May 31, 2015

Joseph Francis Saathoff, 90, devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, brother, uncle, friend, military officer, pilot, musician, athlete and faithful Catholic departed this world on Friday, May 15, 2015, in Austin, Texas.

Services were held in Sturgis, S.D.

Joseph Francis Saathoff was born March 13, 1925, to Joseph and Margaret (Fahey) Saathoff in Crofton, Neb. He grew up with his two younger brothers, Bill and Jack, in Omaha, Neb., moving to Marcus, S.D., in 1933 after the untimely death of his father due to pneumonia. After attending a one-room schoolhouse in Marcus, he graduated from St. Martin’s Academy in Sturgis in 1943. Joe enlisted in the U.S. Air Corps in 1943 and served during World War II, the Korean War, and the Cold War. He graduated from the University of Nebraska at Omaha after his military career and assisted in the development of a model medical computer system at the University of Missouri. Pioneered by the current director emeritus of the U.S. National Library of Medicine, Donald Lindberg, M.D., the program at the University of Missouri was groundbreaking in its application of computer technology to health care.

Joe married Jeanne Frances Kovarik on April 14, 1953, while stationed at Ellsworth Air Force Base in Rapid City, S.D. Joe and Jeanne raised six children in the course of his careers in the military and computer science and her career in nursing education. Joe was an avid athlete and musician. During retirement, Joe’s greatest pleasure was in spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. A world traveler, he appreciated the opportunity to share his experience with others, whether piloting his planes or behind the wheel of his car.

Joe is survived by his brother, William; his children, Daniel Saathoff (Linda), Patrick Saathoff, Gregory Saathoff (Andrea), Mary Blackwell (Chuck), Joanne Saathoff (Dan Lupo) and Stephen Saathoff (Anna); as well as 17 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Jeanne Saathoff; his infant daughter, Anne Therese; and his brother Fr. Alexis of Conception.

In lieu of flowers, to honor Joe Saathoff’s memory, please consider a donation in his name to Conception Abbey through its Development Office at 660-944-2827 or development@conception.edu.

Published Wednesday, May 27, 2015

George W. Belcher, 91, of Columbia was called home to be with our Lord on Monday, May 18, 2015.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 30, at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 1707 Smiley Lane in Columbia. Visitation will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. at the church. Burial will be held in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery.

George was born on Feb. 3, 1924, in Mexico, Mo., to Emmit and Lucy (Farris) Belcher.

George was a World War II veteran, who bravely served our country overseas in England and France. He graduated from Garfield High School in Mexico. He graduated from Lincoln University in 1953 and was a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. George was a high school teacher in the Columbia Public Schools for more than 30 years before retiring.

George was joined in marriage June 19, 1955, to the love of his life, Mary Jane Belcher.

Survivors include his daughter, Terry Belcher; sons, John (Carolyn) Paige, Ronald Hayes, Thomas Paige, Jerry (Linda) Belcher and Jerome Belcher; 21 grandchildren; numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren; and one sister, Mary Harris.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Mary Jane Belcher; his parents; one daughter, Evelyn Sue Brown; and eight siblings.

Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Dr. Arthur E. “Buck” Rikli, 97, of Columbia, passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 20, 2015, at his home.

A memorial service will be held at the Community United Methodist Church at a later date in July.

Dr. Rikli, nicknamed Buck by his father, was born Dec. 2, 1917, the son of Arthur and Sarah (Brown) Rikli. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 68 years, Frances Mayer Rikli; survived by his children Barbara Clark of San Antonio, Texas; Stephen Rikli of Columbia; Ann (Dr. William) Bishop of Elmira, N.Y.; and Robert Rikli of Navoto, Calif.; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Buck earned his BA from North Central College, Naperville, Ill., MD from University of Illinois and MPH from Johns Hopkins University. Buck served in the United States Public Health Service (USPHS) for 23 years, first as director of the tuberculosis control program in Montana and Denver and later as the Chronic Disease Consultant in Chicago. In 1959, Buck became director of the National Heart Disease Control Program in Washington, D.C., and managed programs to screen populations for TB and heart disease. In this role, he recognized the potential diagnostic capability of computers and created a schematic diagram that contributed to the design of the first clinical diagnostic computer. In 1964, he served as the Health Attaché to the U.S. Mission in Geneva, Switzerland, working on international health relations, and then returned to D.C. to work at the Hospital and Medical Education Facilities Program. Buck retired from the USPHS in 1968 and accepted a position with the University of Missouri as Coordinator of the Missouri Regional Medical Program and Professor in the School of Community Health and Medical Practice. He retired as Professor Emeritus from University of Missouri in 1984 and became a consultant for the National Library of Medicine and University of Missouri Department of Health Management and Medical Informatics.

Buck and Fran enjoyed traveling and made friends around the world. Together they faithfully attended concerts, plays, exhibits and lectures in Columbia. Buck’s greatest joy was his family. He never missed a Rikli Reunion and worked endlessly to expand and computerize the family genealogy records. Throughout his life, Buck was an avid stamp collector and amateur photographer. In the spring and summer, gardening was a favorite past time. He was a member of the Community United Methodist Church, Optimist Club, SAR and a board member of the Missouri Symphony Society.

Those wishing can remember Buck with a donation to the Missouri Symphony Society, P.O. Box 841, Columbia, Mo., 65205.

Published Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Rosemary “Jennie” Entsminger, 90, passed away Friday, May 22, 2015, at the Neighborhoods by Tiger Place in Columbia.

A memorial service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, May 30, at Memorial Funeral Home, followed by a family reception.

Jennie was born Aug. 17, 1924, to Harold Marvin and Irene Jenkins in Cleveland, Ohio.

As a child, Jennie lived in several places, including St. Louis, where she met her husband of more than 60 years, Guy Harold “Bus” Entsminger. Jennie and Bus were married June 8, 1946, and moved to Columbia, where Bus continued his college education and football career as a University of Missouri Tiger.

Jennie became and always remained a Missouri Tiger sports fan and great asset to Bus in his lifelong career with the University Alumni Department. Through the years, she enjoyed reminiscing about countless stories while teaching many wonderful Mizzou traditions to her daughters, her grandchildren and their spouses. The University of Missouri was at the center of her life for more than 70 years.

Jennie was a homemaker who devoted her time and energy to raising two daughters. She also enjoyed playing golf and Bridge at the Columbia Country Club and the Country Club of Missouri.

Jennie and Bus shared a love of music, singing and dancing, and they often paid the babysitter with proceeds won at a jitterbug contest. Birthday celebrations with friends always included many laughs and giggles. Those were some of her most cherished memories. She had an eye for fashion and a knack for always looking as though she was on her way to the next Mizzou alumni function.

Jennie is survived by her daughters, Patti Moore and her husband Dave of Columbia, and Cheri Meyer and her husband John of Boulder, Colo.; grandchildren, Caleb Meyer (Laney), Seth Meyer (Lauryn); Jesse Meyer (Shannon); Leslie Meyer-Kelty (Matt) of Denver, Colo., and Lindsey Jenks (Brad) and Ty Moore (Ashley) of Columbia; and 14 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the “Bus Entsminger Endowment Fund” Mizzou Alumni Association, 123 Reynolds Alumni Center, Columbia, Mo., 65211.

The family would like to thank the staff and management at the Neighborhoods for their compassionate and loving care of Jennie for the three years she lived there. The kindness, quality of care and high level of dignity provided to all residents has been a great comfort to Jennie’s family.

Published Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Carl William Kenney Sr., 78, of Columbia died Sunday, May 24, 2015.

A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 30, Bethel Baptist Church, 201 Old Plank Road in Columbia. A visitation period will precede the funeral at noon.

Carl was born Nov. 7, 1936, to the late James and Eula Johnson Kenney. In 1957, he married Doris Warrick Kenney.

Carl graduated from Sumner High School in St. Louis. He retired as a manager at Shelter Insurance Company after 30 years of service. He was a member of the Progressive Missionary Baptist Church, where his faithful attendance was hampered by illness.

Carl loved fishing and hunting and took pride in watching plants grow in his garden. He was known for having a sense of humor and a smile that lured people in within seconds of the first hello.

He leaves behind his beloved wife of 58 years, Doris Warrick Kenney. He is survived by his brother, Laurence Kenney of San Antonio, Texas; two children, Carl Kenney Jr. of Columbia and Sandra Kenney of Kansas City; five grandchildren, King Kenney of Columbus, Ohio, Lenise Kenney of Greensboro, N.C., Krista Kenney of Durham, N.C., Andre Kenney (Ebony) of San Antonio, Texas, and Sharhonda Kenney of Kansas City; four great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Joy Kenney of St. Louis; two brothers-in-law, Herman Davis of St. Louis, Charles Clark of St. Louis; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his daughter Crystal Kenney; his brother James Kenney; and three sisters, Elizabeth Clark, Nokomis (Cecil) Warren and Corrine Davis.

Memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society in honor of Crystal Kenney, Carl’s daughter, who died from complications related to brain cancer in 1976.

Arrangements are under the direction of Millard Family Funeral Home, 12 E. Ash St., Columbia, Mo., 65203. 573-442-7112.

Online condolences can be left for the family at www.millardfamilychapels.com.
Published Thursday, June 4, 2015

Mary L. Hoff, 80, of Columbia passed away Monday, June 1, 2015, in Columbia.

Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 5, at Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 3 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Missouri United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

She was born on Oct. 15, 1934, in Mora, the daughter of Leota (Simon) and John Stuhner.

Survivors include her children, Nancy (Jim) Sullins of Edmond, Okla., Susan (Matt) Nixon of Tabernash, Colo., Charles (Robin) Hoff of Blue Springs and John (Amy) Hoff Ashland; brother, John “Bill” Stuhner of Cole Camp; 10 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William Wayne Hoff; and nine siblings. She was known as Mom, Grandma, and Grammy.

Memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association or to the American Cancer Society.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Monday, June 1, 2015

Arthur Joseph Schneider, 71, son of the late Arthur C. and Dorothy Schneider, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2015. He married Vicki Kay Calloway in 1974, and they had two children.

Per Mr. Schneider’s request, no funeral is planned; rather, his family and friends will celebrate his life at a date to be determined.

Mr. Schneider held three bachelor’s degrees — in education, journalism and criminal justice — a master’s degree in criminal justice and an education specialist degree.

Mr. Schneider was a sentry dog handler for the military police. He served in Vietnam and was honorably discharged.

Earlier in his career, he worked as an assistant news editor for the Helena Independent Record in Montana. He began work as a reporter for the Columbia Daily Tribune in 1972, then in 1975 worked as a public information specialist for the University of Missouri.

He later was hired as an extension specialist for the University of Missouri and was headquartered in Boonville. He continued this work until he retired.

He served 6½ years on the Central Missouri Food Bank Board, including one as chairman. He also served as chairman for the Harvest House Board in Boonville. He played a major role in the Boonville Outdoor Arts Committee, including in the procurement of the Hannah Cole statue and statues of other Boonville notables.

Mr. Schneider is survived by his wife of 40 years; his children, Arthur C. Schneider and his wife Mindy of Lee’s Summit, and Sarah Schneider-Toro and her husband Carlos of Medellin, Colombia; and four grandchildren, Isabella Schneider, Joseph Schneider, Marcos Antonio Toro Schneider and Miguel Arturo Toro Schneider; and his brother, Chuck Schneider of Vandalia, Ohio, and his wife Mary and their children.

Though not necessary, for those who feel compelled to send flowers, the family asks that you instead make a donation to the American Heart Association or the Humane Society of Central Missouri.

Online condolences can be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Sunday, August 9, 2015

Sid McClard, 96, of Columbia died Sunday, May 31, 2015.

At Sid’s request, an Enjoy Life party is planned. Friends and family are invited to celebrate his life 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Columbia Country Club.

Sid was born on Oct. 23, 1918, in Leadwood to Bill and Cora (Jackson) McClard. He married Marie Falk McClard on Aug. 19, 1945, in Boone Terre. She preceded him in death. They were married 67 years.

Sid and Marie enjoyed traveling together. Many of their travels in the first half of their marriage were by small plane. Their travels in the second half of their marriage were by RV.

Sid was an avid fan of University of Missouri football and basketball teams. During the 1960s, he co-piloted a DC-3 airplane that carried the Tigers to away games.

Sid first came to Columbia in 1936 to attend MU. He earned a business degree. In 1951, he returned to Columbia, where he lived the remainder of his life.

Employment began at an early age in his dad’s ice business and later the family lumberyard. He worked as a sales rep for Johns Manville for more than 35 years. After retirement he ferried cars for Columbia dealerships.

Sid is survived by his daughter, Syd McClard; son, Dan McClard (Denise); granddaughters, Christina, Annie, Helen, Katherine, Rosie (Daniel) and Audrey; and his great-granddaughter, Ashlyn Marie.

Memorial contributions may be made to the nationalmssociety.org or the charity of your choice.

Published Sunday, June 7, 2015

On June 3, 2015, my wonderful wife of 29 years went to be with the Lord.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, June 8, 2015, at Nilson Funeral Home.

Beverley loved life. She loved to read, do knitting crafts and work outside in the yard.

Beverley was blessed with two outstanding children, Shawn M. Phillips and Casey E. Phillips. Beverley was very proud of both of them and how well they have grown up.

When Beverley was around friends and people she worked with, she was very well liked by anyone she came in contact with.

Beverley served Victory Christian Church for close to 15 years and served faithfully.

Beverley is the daughter of Robert L. Townsend and Pauline Townsend. Beverly has two brothers, Robert Townsend of California and Rick Townsend of Arizona.

It is said that God only gives good gifts and mine was Beverley. He who finds a wife, finds a good thing.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.nilsonfuneralhome.com.

Published Tuesday, June 9, 2015

Wilma C. Pepmiller passed away Sunday, June 7, 2015, at the age of 92.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be held one hour prior, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be held in Memorial Park Cemetery.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl G. Pepmiller. She is survived by three children, Karen Boelter, Phil Pepmiller and Craig Pepmiller; and six grandchildren.

Wilma was born Aug. 25, 1922, in Doniphan. She and Earl wed in 1944 in Oxford, N.C.

Wilma grew up on a small farm in rural Missouri during the depression with her seven brothers and sisters. During the summers, she and her siblings would travel to Arkansas to earn their spending money picking cotton. The rest of the year they worked on the farm and attended a one-room school house. She left the farm as a teenager to live in town and got a job working at the local soda fountain, where she first met Earl. After their wedding, Wilma lived and worked in St. Louis while Earl was deployed. She held jobs in a sewing factory and wholesale shop before going to school for her beauty license.

Wilma was an avid traveler. She visited all 50 states and was fond of adding that she was in Alaska while it was still a territory and again after it gained statehood. She visited all but three of the Hawaiian islands, 13 national parks and all but two of the Canadian provinces. She traveled to 19 countries on three different continents, drove the Alcan Highway, sang in the Sydney Opera House, had lunch at the Missouri Capital and the United Nations, walked in the Dead Sea, held lava in her hand and crossed Niagara Falls twice.

Wilma was an avid reader, an active member of the First Baptist Church in Columbia, a frequent volunteer at The Wardrobe and a member of the Missouri Folklore Society. She enjoyed folk music and almost always had a cassette or CD playing that she would hum along to. Wilma was an accomplished seamstress, and each of her granddaughters still have the Raggedy Anne and Andy dolls she sewed for them. She made hundreds of candles and at least that many jars of pickles, and her recipe for Thanksgiving Turkey was written up in the local Columbia newspaper. Wilma’s stories, wit and lifetime of wisdom will be missed by those that knew her. Her family takes solace in the knowledge that she led a grand and full life.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the First Baptist Church.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, June 21, 2015

Annabell W. Dexheimer, 81, peacefully passed away Saturday, June 13, 2015, in Marietta, Ga.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 25, at Calvary Episcopal Church, 123 S. Ninth St. in Columbia.

Ann was born on July 22, 1933, to Elizabeth and J.A. Wilson. She was married to George W. Dexheimer. Ann and George were residents of Columbia for most of their lives and were longtime members of Calvary Episcopal Church.

Survivors include her sons, Mark and Matthew Brazeal; grandchildren, Ashley, Nicholas, Peter, Patrick and Kathryn Brazeal; brothers, John and Pat Wilson; and sister, Wincie Sue Terry. She was preceded in death by her eldest son, Michael Brazeal, and her husband, George Dexheimer.

Ann will be remembered by those close to her for her career at the University of Missouri and for her love of music.

Published Wednesday, June 17, 2015 at 2:00 pm

Doris Faye Stewart, 80, passed away Tuesday morning, June 16, 2015, at Lenoir Woods in Columbia.

Friends will be received from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday, June 19, at Parker Funeral Service. A funeral service will follow at 10 a.m. in the chapel at the funeral home.

Doris was born in Bismarck on Dec. 23, 1934, to Allen and Ollie Rosenstengel Pilliard.

She moved to Columbia to work for the University of Missouri and later met and fell in love with James Stewart. Jim and Doris enjoyed 51 years of marriage together. She was a hard worker and enjoyed many jobs, including owning Dixie Creme in New Bloomfield. Doris earned her real estate license and worked in the field for 25 years before opening her own business, Callaway Realty, as a real estate broker. She was a member of Community Methodist Church and loved to participate in the Community Methodist quilting group. She loved her family and cherished the time she spent with them.

Doris is survived by her husband; sister, Betty (Bus) Johnson of Florida; son, James Queen (Lisa) of Calabasas, Calif.; daughters, Gloria Queen Gaus and Elizabeth (Rob) Queen Schlup; grandchildren, James (Solmaz) Queen, Sara Queen, Ella Queen, Jacquelyn (Jason) Schlup Porter, and Kari (Brandon) Schlup Less; and five great-grandchildren.

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

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Hospice Compassus, 3050 I-70 Drive S.E., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Condolences can be left online at www.ParkerFuneralService.com.

Published Saturday, June 20, 2015

Gary Fredrick Krause died Tuesday, June 16, 2015, at home.

A memorial service and celebration of his life will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 27, at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1600 W. Rollins Road.

Gary was born in Waverly, Kan., to Fred and Melba Krause on Jan. 29, 1934. He was raised on the Krause homestead farm and was active in the “Best Ever” 4-H Club from a young age, winning numerous local and county awards for his livestock, including a grand champion Black Angus steer. In 1951, at the age of 17, he was selected as a Kansas delegate to the National “Who’s Who” conference in Washington, D.C., and met President Truman. He graduated from Burlington High School in Burlington, Kan., in 1952.

He received a track scholarship to Kansas State University and enrolled in 1952. Later, Gary voluntarily enlisted in the U.S. Army missile program. While he was stationed at Fort Monmouth, N.J., he met Janet Moyer, his future wife. After his honorable discharge from the service, he completed his Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture from Kansas State University in 1958 and by his Master of Science degree in 1959 in agriculture and statistics, at which time he was given the Research Excellence Award from the Society of Sigma Xi for the “best thesis in the field of science.”

Gary went on to receive his doctorate in statistics in 1963 at Virginia Polytechnic Institute, now Virginia Tech. He was recruited back to Kansas State University as an assistant professor in the statistics department from 1963-1965. In 1965, he accepted a tenured position at the University of Missouri as professor of statistics and agronomy, which he held for 35 years. He taught two to three courses per semester to graduate students, including statistical analysis, analysis of variance and experimental design. Dr. Krause served on more than 300 graduate student committees, about a third of which were for doctoral candidates.

He continued on as professor emeritus for several years after retirement, continuing to guide and mentor graduate students.

While at the University of Missouri, Gary was a sought-after consultant across campus as well as nationally by both faculty and graduate students, and co-authored more than 125 publications. His areas of specialization were in design of experiments, estimation and statistical genetics. Dr. Krause did research in plant and animal breeding, experimental technique, sample survey design and digital computing. He also served as agricultural experiment station statistician and coordinator of computing for the University.

Gary received many honors and awards, including the Gold Chalk Teaching Award, C.V. Riley Teaching Award, Faculty Alumni Award, Gamma Sigma Delta Graduate Teaching Award, Missouri State Fair Citation, and the Mid-Missouri Statistician of the Year Award by the American Statistical Association.

As a professor at the University of Missouri, he traveled on several international work assignments to Tanzania (U.S. AID team member), Kenya, Tunisia and New Zealand to share his knowledge of agricultural research methods. He also served as the university’s leader for research training methods for junior members of International Agricultural Ministries for five years.

Gary was a farmer throughout his life — growing soybeans and wheat on farms in Kansas and Missouri and raising Black Angus livestock. He greatly enjoyed hunting and fishing with his son and grandson and was the proud owner of many prize-winning hounds.

For more than 50 years, Gary was an active member of Trinity Presbyterian Church, serving as Elder, chair of the property committee, and participating in the life of the church with his wife, Janet.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors are his wife, Janet Krause, of 59 years; two daughters, Karen Koeppe and husband, Robert, of Ann Arbor, Mich., and Heidi Krause-Steinrauf and husband, Robert, of McLean, Va.; and a son, Seth Krause and wife, Donna, of Columbia. He was immensely proud of his six grandchildren: Erika and Andrew Koeppe, John and Anna Krause-Steinrauf, and Jacob and Chloe Krause. Other survivors include his sisters, Naida Jimenez and Carol Simmons.

Memorials may be given to Loaves and Fishes, with checks payable to Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1600 Rollins Road, Columbia, Mo., 65203; or Re-Member, a not-for-profit organization working with the Oglala Lakota people on Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota: P.O. Box 5054, Pine Ridge, S.D., 57770-5054.

Published Thursday, June 25, 2015

Ellen Kathleen Carter, 56, of Columbia passed away Thursday, June 18, 2015, at her home.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, June 27, at Liberty Baptist Church, 7461 N. Brown Station Road, in Columbia. Family will begin receiving friends at 1 p.m., and the memorial service will begin at 2 p.m.

She is survived by her mother, Reba Meadows; three sons, Michael Dey (Charlotte), John Carter (Linda) and Ritchie Carter (Rocci); three brothers, Larry Wayne Hollingsworth (Sarah), BJ Coleman and Marty Coleman; five sisters, Robin Counts (Fred), Sonia Hall (Troy), Ruby Meadows (Mitch), Tina Zeller and Theresa Strom; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father.

Ellen was born Sept. 14, 1958, in Columbia to Larry Coleman and Reba Papen Coleman Meadows. She loved life and lived it to the fullest, cherishing time with family and friends and being in the great outdoors. Remember Ellen as you enjoy classic rock, Harleys, beaches, sunrises and sunsets. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.

Contributions may be made to GoFundMe Services for Ellen Carter on Facebook or at the time of services.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Tuesday, June 23, 2015

Franklin “Wayne” Taylor, 86, of Columbia passed away on Satur day, June 20, 2015, in Columbia.

Funeral services will be held at 12 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, at Memorial Baptist Church. Visitation will be held two hours prior, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the church. Burial will be held in Memorial Park Cemetery.

He was born on May 12, 1929, in Jacksonville, Mo., the son of Tressie Lea (Powell) and Frank Taylor. He married Shirley Turner on May 9, 1953, in Moberly.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley; daughters, Deborah (Steven) Fischgrabe, Karen (Bob) Schnetzler and Tammi (Jeff) Cook; grandchildren, Joel Fischgrabe, Katy Fischgrabe, Ashley Schnetzler, Andrea Schnetzler, Amy (Sean) Campbell, Cody Cook and Madison Cook; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters and brothers-in-law, Delores (Russell) Hicks, Dolly Margaret (Edgar) Wright and Mary Frances (Elmore “Tommy”) Roebuck; brother and sister-in-law, James B. (Bernice) Taylor and three nieces.

After graduating from Macon High School in 1947, he worked on the railroad as a section hand then was drafted into the Army, serving in Korea and Japan from 1951 to 1953. Wayne attended business college in Pueblo, Colo., and began working for Missouri Power and Light Co. in Moberly after graduation. In 1963, Wayne secured a position with Union Electric (formerly Missouri Utilities) where he was promoted many times throughout his career. At retirement, he was the district superintendent of Ameren UE.

After retiring from Union Electric in 1991, Wayne volunteered with the National Park Service and spent six months each year in Grand Teton National Park. In 1992, Wayne’s health required triple bypass surgery, which left him wanting to volunteer with Boone Hospital’s greeter program after his recovery. As a greeter, he was a front-line ambassador for all who visited the hospital. Wayne was also involved with the Columbia Downtown Optimists Club since 1984, serving as co-manager of the Biscayne Mall Christmas tree lot, served as president of the club and helped with the food stand at the Salute to Veterans air show. Wayne had been an active member of Memorial Baptist Church since moving to Columbia in 1963. He served his Lord as a church deacon, Sunday school teacher, youth mission trip chaperone, Vacation Bible School leader, summer camp sessions volunteer leader at Camp Cedarcrest, to name a few. He never denied an opportunity to serve his Lord. He was always willing to roll up his sleeves and do whatever task he felt led to do. He accepted every challenge joyfully expecting no accolades in return. Wayne was a humble servant.

In more recent years, when his health allowed, he volunteered at the local Shepherd’s Basket Food Bank, enjoyed singing in the Sages Adult Choir at his church and was able to travel back to his beloved Tetons during the summer of 2012. One of the last things left on his “Bucket List” was to journey with the Central Missouri Honor Flight to Washington, D.C., on May 28, 2015. Wayne was never one to discuss his service in the military; however, anticipating and experiencing this journey brought out an innate sense of pride for his sacrifice in serving his country. He was honored.

Wayne’s life exemplified the true meaning of integrity, of honor and of honesty, and he has influenced not only his family, but everyone who has been blessed to know him throughout his life. His legacy will live on for generations to come.

Memorial contributions may be made to Coyote Hill, 9501 W. Coyote Hill Road, Harrisburg, Mo., 65256. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Publishe Thursday, June 25, 2015

Orville Lee Corley Jr., 91, of Columbia passed away peacefully with his family at his side, on Monday, June 22, 2015.

Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday, June 29, at Memorial Funeral Home, with services at 2 p.m.

Orville was preceded in death by his wife, Colleen Corley; brother Donald Corley; and nephew Dennis Corley.

Survivors include his loving daughter Karen Talmage and her husband, Charlie, of Columbia; two grandchildren, Jeff and Tony Talmage; and nephew Donald Corley.

Orville loved fishing, golf, the Mizzou Tigers, dominoes and, most of all, the Cardinals. His favorite thing was watching a game and sharing cookies with Charlie.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes and/or Alzheimer’s Association. Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Thursday, June 25, 2015

Harold Franklin Reisch, 94, died comfortably at his home Tuesday morning, June 23, 2015, with his daughters by his side.

Arrangements for a service in celebration of his life are pending, but it eventually will be held at the Dripping Spring Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). The service will be led by Travis Fritz of Dripping Spring Christian Church and Bill Nigus of Central Christian Church in Fulton. These are two of the many persons Harold has led into ministry.

Former minister and lawmaker Harold Reisch dies at age 94

Harold was born Aug. 5, 1920, to Bell (Hergett) and Elmer Reisch in Springfield, Ill.

Harold graduated from Lamphier High School in Springfield, Ill., in 1938, where he had been class president for three years.

While in High School, Harold became very active in Church activities and served as the Illinois State President of the inter-denominational Christian Endeavor.

Harold attended Springfield Junior College for one year, then transferred to Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, Ill., where he earned his undergraduate degree in sociology and philosophy. It was during his college years that Harold was called to Christian Ministry and began serving the Roly and Riddle Hill congregations while still in school. Harold was one of two who were selected to attend the World Christian Youth meeting in Oslo, Norway.

When first asked to consider being a pastor to a small church, he declined, saying he was not ready. The Dean told Harold it was either Harold or nobody and that Harold was “a little better than nobody.” That became the title to a memoir Harold wrote in 2002.

After college, Harold entered Evangelical Seminary in Naperville, Ill. After a year in seminary, Harold was ordained into the Christian ministry in Decatur, Ill., by the United Brethren Church, in 1943.

Harold entered the U.S. Army in 1943 as one of the youngest chaplains in World War II. He attended Chaplain School in Lowell, Mass.

Harold married Bessie Louise Thatcher on Feb. 18, 1944, in Argenta, Ill., with whom he had recently celebrated 70 years of marriage. Bessie proceeded him in death only a few months before, on Jan. 14, 2015.

After the war, Harold entered United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio, where he received the Bachelor of Divinity degree, now known as the Master of Divinity.

While serving smaller congregations, Harold worked a year as a full-time a salesman for McMillian Feed Mills, then worked for Staley Feeds from 1951 through 1953.

Harold has served congregations in Illinois, Indiana and Missouri.

Harold, already specializing in rural and small membership congregations, was called to be the Extension Minister for the Bible College of Missouri, later known as Missouri School of Religion (MSR), and now known as Mid-America Center for Ministry (MCM). Harold was enticed to come to Missouri by also being offered the pastorate at Olivet Christian Church in 1951. He later joined the staff of MSR and served at MSR from 1954 to 1958.

While at MSR, Harold expanded the schools ministry with rural congregations, managed its publications, organized the Extension Program, developed continuing education in cooperation with the University of Missouri’s School of Agriculture, and recruited students. Harold helped develop the schools graduate seminary, and was on the faculty. Harold has recruited an untold number of persons into ministry.

In later years, Harold served on the MSR Board and served as its president for four years during its move from Lowrey Hall on the University of Missouri campus to Jefferson City.

Though Harold is an ordained minister within the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), he has had standing in the United Church of Christ and the Presbyterian Church USA. He has served many congregations in Central Missouri, including Olivet (Disciples), Edina (Disciples & Church of Christ), Millersburg (Disciples), Billingsville (UCC), Concordia (Disciples), Bevier (UCC), New Cambria (UCC & Presb.) Ethel (Presb.), Central Fulton (Disciples), Cairo Jacksonville (Disciples), Community Christian, Jefferson City (Disciples), Ladonia (Disciples) and Dripping Spring (Disciples).

Harold never took on a congregation to just maintain where they were, but challenged them to move ahead. He helped many of them build new facilities. He challenged the congregation at Ethel to build a new church building; New Cambria to build a parsonage; Olivet to build a fellowship hall and classrooms; Dripping Spring to build a new sanctuary; and Cairo Jacksonville to build a new community center. He accomplished all of these building campaigns without incurring any debt for the congregations.

Harold was the Director of the Missouri office of the Christian Rural Overseas Program (CROP) from 1963 to 1964, during which time he re-established CROP in Missouri for Church World Service.

Sometime in the early 1960s, Harold was showing one of his daughters the results of the strip mining operations in Boone County that devastated the landscape. She remarked that “somebody ought to do something about this.” Not long after that, the president of Downtown Columbia Inc. asked Harold to consider running for the Missouri General Assembly. Harold said he would consider running if his main issue could be the wanton destruction of the land and streams of Boone County. The president responded that it wouldn’t “catch fire,” but Harold ran and was elected in 1968.

For his work in the legislature passing the Land Reclamation Act aimed at restoring land disturbed by strip-mining, Harold was awarded in 1970 the Legislative Conservation Award by the Conservation Federation of Missouri and the National Wildlife Federation for the wise use and management of the nation’s natural resources.

Harold also received the St. Louis Globe Democrat Award for meritorious public service in the 76th Missouri General Assembly in 1972.

Harold was the first Republican to serve in the legislature from his district and served 7 terms. He served many years on the important Appropriations Committee.

Hank Waters III, publisher of the Columbia Daily Tribune, endorsed Harold in an editorial published in 1978, writing: “During the time in the Missouri General Assembly, Harold Reisch has become one of its most respected members. His colleagues in both parties recognize him as a hardworking, intelligent and thoughtful legislator. This respect has been evident in the committee appointments he has had. The house leadership his put him in places of importance where his actions are significant. Perhaps the best way to summarize is to say that Reisch is sensible. He doesn’t talk all the time, and he doesn’t hog the limelight.”

After his work in the legislature, Harold became Director of Development for the Woodhaven Leaning Center in Columbia, which ministers to adults with developmental disabilities, from 1982 to 1986.

In the late 1980s, the governor appointed Harold to the the chairman of the Children’s Trust Fund.

While Harold was working several jobs at a time, he also was helping his wife Bess get into the gift store business. They began with one store on the Strollway in Columbia (on Ninth Street between Broadway and Cherry) called Happy House. It was so successful, they began franchising their store under the name Cloud 9, eventually having 21 stores. The company managing the stores was known as National Marketron, of which Harold was president.

Harold’s daughters considered that Harold’s idea of retirement was having two jobs instead of three. They continue Harold’s penchant for gift stores with their own gift store in Hallsville called Sassafras Moon World Gifts.

Harold was preceded in death by his wife; his parents; and a brother, Elmer Reisch.

He is survived by two daughters, Susan Kay Berkley and Sally Erickson and husband Fred; and two grandsons, Mark and wife Peggy and Matthew Warmack.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be sent to the Dripping Spring Christian Church Building Fund, 2701 W. Dripping Springs Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Published Sunday, June 28, 2015

Sara Lucinda Eggleston Rohrs, 75, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2015, at her home.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 30, at Calvary Episcopal Church, 123 S. Ninth St. in Columbia. Visitation will be held one hour prior, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church. Burial will take place in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Ms. Rohrs was born June 14, 1940, in Kingman, Kan., the daughter of Dr. Donald Edwin Eggleston and Mary Ethyl Sagaser Eggleston. She attended Macon public schools during the first through 12th grades and graduated from Macon High School in 1958. She received an A.A. degree from Stephens College in 1960 and graduated from the University of Kansas in 1962 with a B.S. degree in education and in 1965 with a M.S. degree in education. In 1978, she earned a M.A. degree in library science from the University of Missouri.

Ms. Rohrs taught 12th-grade English at Shawnee Mission East High School, Prairie Village, Kan., from 1963 to 1967. From 1978 to 1985, she was librarian at Kemper Military School and College in Boonville. She taught sixth- and seventh-grade language arts from 1985 to 1988, and from 1988 until her retirement in 2000, she was the library media specialist at Laura Speed Elliott Middle School in Boonville.

Ms. Rohrs was a member Christ Church Episcopal in Boonville where she was previously organist and warden.

She was a member of the National Education Association, Columbia PEO Chapter LM, Columbian Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, and the Roger Williams Family Association. She served twice as president of the Boonville Education Association. After retirement, she enjoyed serving as a DAR volunteer information specialist (VIS) co-chair, helping to create and publish websites for every DAR chapter in Missouri. Additionally, she edited and published the monthly Missouri DAR online newsletter. She was a member of the Gamma Phi Beta sorority, Beta Phi Mu library science honor society and Phi Delta Kappa education fraternity.

Ms. Rohrs is survived by her two daughters, Gretchen Mary Rohrs and Sara Elizabeth Rohrs Ringbauer; son-in-law Joseph Albert Ringbauer, Jr.; and her granddaughter, Sara Elizabeth Rohrs of Columbia; her sister, Susan Eggleston Donaghue of Prairie Village, Kan.; one niece, Amy Lucinda Donaghue Julo of Olathe, Kan.; and two grandnieces, Briana and Abby Julo. She also is survived by her extended Columbia family, Scott Barger and John Hennagir.

Ms. Rohrs was preceded in death by her parents, brother-in-law, Alan Donaghue, and nephew, Paul Donaghue.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to PEO International (https://donations.peointernational.org/) or to Daughters of the American Revolution (http://www.dar.org/giving/support-program-your-choice). Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, June 28, 2015

Thornton Jenkins, 91, passed away Thursday, June 25, 2015.

He is survived by his daughter, Spring Jenkins Walton of Columbia.

He was predeceased by his wife, Mickey Higgins Jenkins, and his son-in-law, Charles Walton.

In accordance with his wishes, memorial contributions may be sent to MDS research, Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, 750 E. Pratt St., Suite 1700, Baltimore, Md., 21202.

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

Published Sunday, June 28, 2015

Morris Cavanaugh Sr., 81, of Columbia passed away June 26, 2015 at Ashland Heath Care.

No services will be held, at his request.

He was born June 1, 1934, in Redford. He married Arlene Scruggs in Ashland. She survives of the home. Morris worked for M&M Hiway Materials for 17 years and retired from the state of Missouri and MFA Breaktime.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years; three sons, Morris Jr. (Caron), James Sr. and Robert (Anna); two daughters, Kayla Cavanaugh and Colleen Decker (Ted); 10 grandhcildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter Teresa; and four brothers.

Arrangements by Nilson Funeral Home.

Published Sunday, July 5, 2015

Helen E. McQuitty, 93, of Columbia passed away Sunday, June 28, 2015, at Boone Hospital.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Russell Chapel CME church, where funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Carmen Williams officiating.

She was born Feb. 1, 1922, in Columbia, the daughter of Vernon Jackmon and Ethel Holt. On Aug. 20, 1947, she was united in marriage to Elmer F. McQuitty; they shared 58 years together before he preceded her in death in 2006.

In addition to being a loving wife and mother, Helen worked for Stephens College for more than 35 years before retiring.

Helen was a devoted member of Russell Chapel CME church where she served in variety of ways. She was also a member of the steward board Dela Ralph Missionary at Russell Chapel church.

Helen is survived by one son, Elmer E. McQuitty (Patricia) of Columbia; one daughter, Ethel D. Jones of Columbia; four grandsons, Timothy Ellis (Sonya) of Columbia, Sherrod Ellis (Robin) of Fort Worth, Texas, Kenneth R. Jones (Lisa) of Carmel, Ind., and Jason Ellis of Columbia; three granddaughters, Shari Lomax, Mauresa McQuitty, and Heather McQuitty (Richard), all of Columbia; 16 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and several nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one son, Jerry Ellis; one sister, Lorraine Mady; and two aunts.

Arrangements are under the direction of HT May Funeral Home, 2207 Holly Columbia, Mo., 65202. 573-443-2273.

Online condolences can be left for the family at www.htmayfuneralhome.com.

Published Sunday, July 5, 2015

Shirley “Sue” Mardoyan, 81, passed away Friday, July 3, 2015, at Boone Hospital.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, July 6, at The Bluffs Nursing Home, 3105 Bluff Creek Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Sue was born on April 21, 1934, in Lancing, Mich., to Dr. and Mrs. Alfred Hammond.

She moved to Missouri to attend Stephens College, where she met the love of her life, Jack Mardoyan. They just celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary. Although she was a talented artist, scrimshander and floral designer, her family was her first priority.

Surviving are her three children, Dr. Jennifer Mardoyan Apperson (Dr. Braxton Apperson, III), Jeff V. Mardoyan and the Rev. Jonique Mardoyan Will (the Rev. Brian Will). She adored her seven grandchildren, Kara Apperson, Marcia Apperson (Pete Van Vleet), Braxton Apperson, IV (Brooke Apperson), Kristen Mardoyan Fischer (Gabe Fischer), Kaila Mardoyan, Dawson Will, and Micayla Will, and from them she has seven great-grandchildren.

Published Friday, July 10, 2015

Opal Marilyn Ruggles, 84, passed away Monday, July 6, 2015.

Marilyn donated her body to the University of Missouri-Columbia for Parkinson’s disease research. A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 11, near her hometown of Collins at the Sheldon-Goodrich funeral home in Osceola.

Opal Marilyn Meredith was born on Aug. 2, 1930, to Fred Austin Meredith and Oral Nancy Boswell Meredith in Collins. The oldest of three children, she helped raise her two younger brothers on the family farm. Her relatives nicknamed her Junie when a youngster said she was “cute as a June bug,” and the name stuck. Freddie recalls that she was a great sister, always bringing treats to her younger brothers after her workday. She could milk cows better than any of the menfolk. She loved her early school years, including Witt Grade School in Collins and Weaubleau High School. She attended some nursing classes in Bolivar as well as classes toward a teaching degree at Pala Dura Canyon College.

She graduated from Collins High School and followed her cousin to Kansas City, where she attended nursing school. She married Virgil Fuller and they lived in Liberal, Kan., and then Iowa City until Virgil passed away. Marilyn moved back to Kansas City and worked for AT&T as an IBM machine operator and was chosen to model with the latest equipment. A co-worker there, Mildred Grate, introduced her brother Bill to Marilyn and they were married on Nov. 10, 1956. Meredith Diane Ruggles was born two years later and Deborah Lynn two years after that.

Before Deborah’s first birthday, the family moved to Amarillo, Texas. While Bill ran cattle as foreman for his father on several ranches, Marilyn managed the urban home. Church participation was important, and Bill hosted many Sunday after-church luncheons, all expertly prepared by Marilyn. In 1970, the family moved to Columbia. As the children became more involved in school, extracurricular and 4-H activities, Marilyn continued her technological ambitions, advancing from data processing to the company’s first computer programmer at Missouri Farmer’s Association. This she did with dedication and an excellent work ethic, in the absence of a college degree.

She always enjoyed her garden, quilting, ladies church group and, eventually, grandchildren. Marilyn always had a full table set for holidays and when Bill invited extra guests. She seldom passed up a garage sale. In her later years, she cared for Bill until his death from a chronic illness in 2012. She fought hard to overcome her own disability from Parkinson’s disease and remained independent until her death.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents; her devoted husband; her younger brother Harold Thomas Meredith; and cousin Elvin Meredith.

She is survived by her youngest brother, Freddie Paul Meredith; her two daughters; three grandchildren, Andrew Louis Weiss, Elora Rae Weiss and Emma Lea Weiss; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the National Parkinson Foundation, Gift Processing Center, P.O. Box 5018, Hagerstown, Md., 21741-5018, or online at www.parkinsons.org.

Published Sunday, July 12, 2015

Shirley Elizabeth Forsee, 72, of Columbia passed away Friday, July 10, 2015, peacefully, surrounded by her family.

Funeral services will be held at noon, Wednesday, July 15, at Nilson Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until service time.

Shirley was born May 29, 1943, in Boone County, the daughter of Jesse James and Drucilla Perkins Creason. She married Charles Forsee June 23, 1958, in Boone County. She enjoyed fishing, cooking, spoiling the grandkids, was Native American (Cherokee) and a great aunt, sister-in-law and the best mother-in-law.

Survivors include her husband, Charles; son, David Forsee (girlfriend, Lynn Smith); daughters Drucilla Nichols (boyfriend, Douglas Spencer), Tammy Calvert, Karen Thompson and Connie Calvert (husband, Bo); brother James Creason (wife, Donna); sisters Janice Cockrell (George Smith), Mary Wren (husband, Ernie) and Della West (husband, Roger); grandchildren Heather, Joe, Kara, David Jr., Brandin, Chrystal, Nina, Daniel, Christopher, Brette, Trevor, Charles, Cortney, Michael, Phillip, Myranda and Hannah; great-grandchildren Lexi, Kaleb, Kolten, Mariah, Cassidy, Jayda, Bentley, Hayley and Devin; special niece, Melody; sisters-in-law Cheryl Creason and Gail Creason; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Bobby Dean Creason and Johnnie William Creason, and sisters Margaret Creason and Bonnie Reed.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.nilsonfuneralhome.com.

Published Sunday, July 12, 2015

Bonnie Gay (Mickey) Burnam, 81, went to be with her Lord, surrounded by her husband and family Friday, July 10, 2015, at her home, after fighting a long battle with pulmonary disease.

Services will be held at Woodcrest Chapel, Tuesday, July 14, beginning with visitation at 9 a.m. followed by a Memorial Service at 10 a.m.

Mickey was born May 12, 1934, in the very rural Randolph County, Ark., to Aaron McKinley Brooks and Ruth Crismon Brooks. Mickey attended a one-room school house beginning at the age of 5 until 8th grade and entered high school at the age of 12, where she graduated at the age of 15 as valedictorian of her class.

She was offered a full scholarship to the Chillicothe School of Business, knowing even then how much business would be part of her future life.

While completing her studies at Chillicothe, she met her future husband, Gordon. Shortly after graduation, Mickey was offered a job in St. Louis with the Pacific Finance and Loan Company. Soon after, Gordon entered the army and was stationed in Brooklyn, N.Y. Mickey followed, taking an accounting position. They were married February 20, 1953.

Her first child was born later that year and the family moved back to Gordon’s home town of Moberly, where they purchased the Moberly News Service. They were responsible for the delivery of St. Louis and Kansas City newspapers to every small town throughout North Central Missouri. The sale of this business led them to Columbia in 1958, where they purchased the Columbia News Service, doing the same as before but with a much larger territory.

During the ensuing years, their businesses grew as did their family to a total of four; three boys and a girl. Mickey and Gordon’s partnership went beyond family and into each business, with Gordon coming up with the ideas and Mickey making sure they worked financially. They were both serial entrepreneurs starting many businesses in central Missouri, some of which were Boss Fertilizer, Greyhound Speedway, Cities Service consignee, Loop 70 Auto Parts, Sealtest Milk Distributor, Boone County Glass (founded with his sister and her husband), Burnam Realty, Suburban Water and Sewer, Mariner’s Cove Apartments, Bon-Gor Lake Estates, Prompt Convenience Clinic, Prompt Medical Practice Management, Global Travel, Five Feathers Ranch (exporter of horsemeat), E-Z Stor-All (predecessor to StorageMart), Southwestern Insurance Company, EZ Rent-All, Rockbottoms Home Care Center, O.W.L. Insurance Agency, Vandiver Park Village, Holly Park village, 4410 Park Village, and many others. Mickey was the family accountant, conscience and mother to her four children.

Mickey was finally granted a partial reprieve from her major accounting jobs when the family took their company public on the NYSE as Storage Trust in 1994. Gordon and Mickey were finally able to relax a bit and enjoy their other passion, golf. They moved to Ft. Meyers, Fla., to Fiddlesticks Country Club and became “citizens” of Florida for several months each year.

Never willing to sit still long, they continued their business lives by refurbishing and selling Orange Park mobile home park. Mickey’s golf career began in Columbia where she has a record four holes-in-one at Country Club of Missouri, where they were among the founding members. As recently as September 2013, while on oxygen, she hit her fifth at Fiddlesticks in Ft. Meyers.

Mickey’s other passion was her art. She was a prolific artist beginning in Missouri then taking it to Florida, where she and Gordon collected palm husks for her making of various animals and fish of Florida. Every year all family members’ knew when their Christmas stockings were heavy to expect a painted rock of a Missouri Tiger or other animals.

When Mickey was not golfing or painting or keeping company books, she was an avid reader, quilter — making quilts for each of the 7 grandchildren and many of the great-grandchildren — and loved to sew for herself and the seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Taking her financial expertise to a more local level, she was also a founding member of the Money Maids Investment club.

While assisting and running so many businesses, it was her faith that kept the family going. Gordon and Mickey were founding members of Parkade Baptist church after being baptized at Calvary Baptist in Columbia. More recently, they have been regular attenders at Woodcrest while in Missouri and McGregor Baptist when in Ft. Meyers. In her own words, “I do not remember my first experience with Jesus, but he has always been with me. When I went to grade school we answered roll call with a bible verses. He has stayed with me my entire life.”

In Mickey’s last days she remarked, “I must have done something good sometime as I have the greatest Children, Grands, and Greats!”

Mickey will be missed by a great many but none more than her loving husband, Gordon, of 62 years; children Mike (Janice), Tim, Kim (Jim) Flower and Cris (Jenny); their grandchildren, Weyen (Ashley) Burnam of Columbia, Kerri (Stephen) Jones of Jefferson City, Megan Burnam of Columbia, Sadie (Mark) Burnam-Schaumberg of Kirkwood, Sam Flower, Caity Flower, Alex Burnam, Adam Burnam and Patrick Burnam all of Columbia; and great-grandchildren, Colman, Dwyn, Fisher and Serafina Jones of Jefferson City and Logan, Lexi and Lydia Burnam of Columbia. She will also be missed by her sister, Nancy (Jack) Rapert of St Peters and numerous nieces and nephews. Mickey was preceded in death by her parents and her older brother James Brooks.

Memorial contributions may be made to Voluntary Action Center, 403 Vandiver Drive, Suite A, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

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

Published Wednesday, July 15, 2015

Donald Glen “Doc” Marquardt, 73, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2015.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 18, at the funeral home. Burial will follow at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Fort Madison Cemetery in Greentop.

Donald was born at home on the family farm near Greentop, June 19, 1942, the second son of Glen August and Maxine L. Bookout Marquardt. His brother, Jim L. “Sarge” Marquardt, preceded him in death in 2007.

Donald was also preceded in death by his wife, Judith Phyllis Mulford Marquardt, in 1993. Donald and Judy were high school sweethearts and were married upon Judy’s graduation from high school in 1961. They have two children, Lisa Jo and Kevin Lee.

Donald earned a Bachelor of Science in education from Northeast Missouri State University in 1964 and a Master of Arts in 1966. He received a doctorate in industrial education from the University of Missouri in 1974. Doc taught woodworking, shop, theater technology and driver education at Hickman High School in Columbia his entire career, retiring in 1998. He also taught adult education classes through the Columbia Career Center for 42 years.

In 1976, he received an award for Outstanding Contributions in Industrial Arts Education in Northeast Missouri. In 1981, he was named National Teacher of the Year by the American Industrial Arts Association.

In 2000, Donald married friend and co-worker Blenda Sue Sidwell VanSlyck in Niagara Falls, N.Y. After he retired from teaching, Donald and Blenda purchased Village Pewter LLC, allowing Doc to apply his knowledge, the skills he taught throughout his teaching career and his love of fine craftsmanship to create beautiful traditional handcrafted pewter. Donald and Blenda traveled the United States doing fine art fairs and presenting at various art-related events. His pewter items were featured in an article in O, The Oprah Magazine in 2005 and he has been a vendor and presenter at events with Country Living magazine and Silver Dollar City in Branson. Most recently, Donald and Blenda were invited artists at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City.

Doc Marquardt is remembered fondly by his students as caring, patient and a quick wit; he was a teacher who is remembered, respected and who made a difference in many lives. He is remembered by his friends in the arts as charming, fun, witty and an enormously talented artist.

He is remembered by his family as warm, caring, quick with a quip, always teaching in a charming and caring way. The sparkle in his eyes and the twitch of his nose were always a giveaway that he was teasing. Donald loved the farm and being out of doors. Work in the shop and the garden was his play and relaxation.

He is survived by his son, Kevin Lee Marquardt, with Cindy Reese, and granddaughters Jayda, Morgan and Taylor Warrick, and great-grandson Ayden; and his daughter, Lisa Jo Marquardt, and five grandchildren Audrina, Jordan, Nicholas, Brooke and Arianna. He is also survived by Blenda’s children, W. Nicholas VanSlyck and wife, Stephanie, and two grandsons, Seeley and Myles; and by Melissa Arterburn and husband, Tony.

During his career, Donald was an active member of many professional organizations. He and his entire family were very active in 4-H, both in Greentop and Columbia. At the time of his passing, Donald was a juried artist member of The Best of Missouri Hands.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to www.ocularmelanoma.org/home.htm.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Tuesday, July 14, 2015

Retha Elizabeth Schuder, 90, of Columbia died Sunday, July 12, 2015, at Lenoir Woods.

A private graveside service will be held at Columbia Cemetery.

Retha was born April 24, 1925, at Vincennes, Ind., to Byron D. and Mary E. Holsapple Sumner.

She married John Claude Schuder on July 23, 1946, in Sumner, Ill.

Retha joined the Christian church as a young girl and continued to believe in its values. She graduated from Eastern Illinois State Teachers College (now Eastern Illinois University) in 1945 and taught third grade in Bement, Ill., for a year before marrying and becoming a devoted homemaker and mother.

She and her family moved to Columbia in 1960.

She is survived by three children, Linda Lee Brown and husband, Ray, of Fulton, Charles Wayne Schuder of Oakland, Calif., and Jonna Elizabeth Schuder of Portland, Ore.; seven grandchildren, Christopher (Claudia) and Jonathan (Robin) Brown, Eleanor and Taylor Bailey, and Joachim, Samuel and Benjamin Schuder; and three great-grandchildren, Lucy and Maggie Brown and Byron Brown.

She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, an infant sister, Grethel, and a brother, Morris Wayne Sumner.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Missouri.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Betty Ann Newby, 86, died on Wednesday, July 22, 2015. She passed while at home on her family’s farm east of Longmont, Colo., surrounded by love with her family.

Services were held in Longmont.

Betty Ann was born in Severance, Colo., on April 21, 1929, as Elizabeth Ann Whitmore. Her parents were Bruce and Letha (Burkhard) Whitmore. She and her husband went to college together at Colorado A&M College in Ft. Collins, Colo. She graduated with a home economics degree with a major in textiles.

She and her husband, Lt. Raimon Kenneth Newby, were married on Oct. 15, 1952, at the Presbyterian Church in Los Animas, Colo. Betty Ann and Raimon had five sons. Mr. Newby taught drama at Hickman High School and Rock Bridge High School. She worked on sets and costumes for Raimon’s drama teacher endeavors. She supported his circuit preaching in Mid-Missouri. She was a historian, columnist and author.

Surviving Betty are her sons, Gregg (Nancy) Newby, Britt (Lynne) Newby, Neal (Jane) Newby, Lane (Tamie) Newby and Von (Gina) Newby. Her grandchildren are Tyler, Nathan, Shauna, Gregg, Krista, Michelle, Sarah, Joshua, Seth, Rachel, Andrea, Mathew, Brooke, Anna, Jonathan, and Stephen and many great-grandchildren.

Raimon preceded her in death in 1981.

Published Sunday, September 6, 2015

Dr. Edward Rodney Thaden, 85, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2015, surrounded by loving family.

A celebration of his life and open house will be held over a weekend sometime in the fall. If you would like to be notified of the date when it is determined, please email his daughter Patty Williamson at Pattywmson@gmail.com with “Ed Thaden celebration” in the subject line, and information will be sent to you.

He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by all who were fortunate to know him. His skill and interest in piano performance, music history and photography, and his broad range of knowledge in many areas of life and willingness to share made him a very interesting person.

He is survived by his children Bob Thaden of Austin, Texas, John Thaden of Melbourne, Fla./Northport, Mich., Katie Petersen of Kewadin, Mich., and Patty Williamson of Hallsville. He had six wonderful grandchildren, and one great-grandchild, and two on the way.

Published Wednesday, August 5, 2015

Kenneth Ray Shern, 83, of Columbia passed away on Monday, Aug. 3, 2015, in Columbia.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be held one hour before service, from 9 to 10 a.m., at the funeral home. Burial will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery.

He was born on Sept. 25, 1931, in Boone County, the son of Ethel (Pugh) and Jesse Shern.

Survivors include his wife, Martha Shern of Columbia; children, Brenda (Chris) Polasik, Ken Shern, and Julie (Tad) Kardis, all of Olathe, Kan., and Karen (Marty) Gunter of Parkville; 10 grandchildren; brother, Darwin (Maryetta) Shern of Columbia; and sister, Colleen (Gerald) Sims of Hallsville.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Robert L. Shern and Jesse Shern Jr.; and one sister, Zeda Teel.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Meals on Wheels of Columbia. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Thursday, August 6, 2015

Phyllis Ann Murray, 84, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2015, at her home.

A celebration of life will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Aug. 10, at Memorial Funeral Home, with visitation from 1 to 2 p.m.

Phyllis was born Oct. 20, 1930, to Roy and Josie Wade in Columbia. Phyllis was married to Donald “Don” Murray on July 17, 1952, and they devoted their lives to raising their five children. She also worked for 18 years in the lab at Cancer Research Center.

After retiring from the lab, she kept busy working at Billy’s General Store near her home. In addition to working and tending to her family, Phyllis enjoyed fishing, shopping, dancing and satisfying her sweet tooth. Phyllis will be greatly missed by her large family, her many devoted friends and her beloved Chihuahua, Ginny.

Phyllis is survived by five children, Pam Hazlett, Peggy (Kenny) Wood, Patti Coble, Phillip (Shawna) Murray and Penny (Filmore) Pasley, all of Columbia; sisters, Norma Showers of Columbia and Ruth Morgan of the state of California; 15 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Josie Wade; her husband, Donald Murray; sister Lorene Willis; and two brothers, Roy Wade and William ”Junior” Wade.

In heaven, Phyllis will certainly be playing the harmonica and celebrating Christmas all year long.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society and or Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Missouri.

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

Published Sunday, August 16, 2015

Virgil L. Cagle, 91, of Columbia passed away on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2015, at Memorial Funeral Home, with visitation being held from 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be held in Memorial Park Cemetery.

He was born on March 15, 1924, in Carterville, Ill., the son of Iva (Shertz) and George Cagle. Virgil was bombardier in the U.S. Air Force and an active member in the American Legion. He owned his own plumbing company, Cagle Plumbing, for more than 50 years. He married Katherine Persinger on April 14, 1946, in Columbia. Virgil and Katherine were avid Mizzou fans and were season ticket holders. Virgil was past president of the American Shetland Pony and Hackney associations. He had two ponies who were both national horse show ponies of the year.

Survivors include his wife, Katherine; daughters, Suzanne (Dr. Barry) Spoon and Ivy (Don) Canole; two grandchildren, Matt Spoon and Katherine Burley; three great-grandchildren, Lauren, Bailey and Nathan Spoon; and one great-granddaughter, Divya, due in October. He was preceded in death by parents, brothers and sisters.

Memorial contributions can be made to the American Diabetes Association.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Thursday, August 20, 2015

Herbert W. “Pee-Wee” Crum Sr., 74, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2015, at Landmark Hospital.

Friends will be received from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, at Millard Family Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. David P. Ballenger officiating. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Herbert was born Dec. 21, 1940, in McBaine, the son of George A. Crum Sr. and Barbara (Johnson) Crum. On July 3, 1960, in Columbia, he was united in marriage to Eunice Bush who survives in their home.

“Pee-Wee” was a graduate of Frederick Douglass High School. He was employed by the city of Columbia in the transportation division, and he was the second bus driver hired by the city. He and his father-in-law had their own trucking business for many years, hauling trash and rock. He enjoyed cutting grass and collecting John Deere tractors. He enjoyed watching all sports. His greatest love was saved for his wife, family and especially his grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, Herbert is survived by their children, Cossandra Crum, Gerod (Vida) Crum, Darron Crum, Carmelita Crum and Damon (Shermica) Crum, all of Columbia, and Herbert (Monica) Crum Jr. of Oswego, Ill.; five sisters, Helen P. Derrick of Bluegrass, Iowa, and Shirley A. Crum Hayes, Joyce M. Williams, Frances M. Bush and Dorothy E. Crum, all of Columbia; one brother, William E. (Mary) Crum of Columbia; two “special sons” Richard Johnson of Kansas City and Lance Broudas of Columbia; 14 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and a host of cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George A. (Buck) Crum Sr. and Barbara O. Johnson Crum; one sister, Delmarae Crum; one brother, George “Doodle Bug” Crum; his maternal and paternal grandparents; seven aunts and four uncles; two nieces and one nephew.

Arrangements are under the direction of Millard Family Funeral Home, 12 E. Ash St., Columbia, Mo., 65203, 573-442-7112.

Condolences can be left for the family online at www.millardfamilychapels.com.

Published Sunday, August 23, 2015

Connie I. Welty, 69, of Columbia passed away at University Hospital on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2015, in Columbia.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Aug. 25, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be held one hour prior at the funeral home. Burial will be held in Memorial Park Cemetery.

She was born April 22, 1946, in Columbia, the daughter of Ruby Pearl (Boggs) and Ira Irvin Laurence.

Survivors include her daughter, Christy Ludeman, and her spouse, James; son, Richard Welty; three grandchildren, David, Julia and Anthony Ludeman; one great-granddaughter, Natalie Ludeman.

Connie was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers and, recently, her husband, Dennis.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, August 23, 2015

Kirk Travis Mescher, also known as “Señor Juan Pipe” to engineering nerds who think they’re funny, kicked the bucket on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2015. He was 59.

A celebration of Kirk’s life will be held at CM Engineering’s new location, recently awarded the Mayor’s Climate Protect Award, at 2801 Woodard Dr., Suite 105, in Columbia, in the spring. For more information as it becomes available, see www.cmeng.com.

Kirk was born to Wanda and Marvin Mescher on Feb. 8, 1956.

A founding partner of CM Engineering in 1993, Kirk’s expertise in energy efficiency was recognized worldwide; he was universally acknowledged as a leading expert in geothermal design. His One Pipe™ system can be found in public buildings across the country.

A gifted liar, Kirk often claimed his designs to be “so simple, it’s pathetic.” He was an active member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), where he chaired multiple committees, sat on the board of directors, was named a distinguished lecturer and drank a lot of wine. He received numerous awards for his service, mentored dozens and irritated all into loving him unconditionally. As Kirk would often say of his life: “He might not have been old ... but at least he was ugly.”

He is survived by his wife, Kelly Klopfenstein Mescher; two daughters, Kris and Kelsey Mescher; his mother, Wanda Mescher; brother and sister-in-law Doug and Della Mescher; sister and brother-in-law Jill and Tony Smith; and his nieces and nephews.

Kirk passed away from complications after a recent heart attack, unfortunately not in the hands of a jealous lover or a victorious, flaming car wreck, as he would have liked. An avid NASCAR fan and former dirt track champion, Kirk helped design and build some of current racer Carl Edwards Jr.’s earliest cars.

In lieu of flowers, to honor Kirk and his life’s work, a scholarship in his name specific to the design of ground source heat pumps is being set up. If you wish to contribute to the endowment fund being established for this scholarship, please send your donation to the Kirk Mescher Scholarship Fund at Central Bank of Boone County.

Online condolences can be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Wednesday, August 26, 2015

Larry D. Wooden, 66, of Columbia passed away peacefully on Wednesday Aug. 19, 2015.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, at Second Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, at H.T. May & Son Funeral Home.

Larry Don Wooden was born in Poplar Bluff on June 28, 1949. He was the ninth child born to Bill Wooden and Clarissa Hill Wooden.

He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, Raymond Wooden, Lawrence Wooden, Robert Wooden, William Wooden and Billy Wooden; and one sister, Helen Wooden Young.

Larry attended Wheatley Elementary School and Poplar Bluff Senior High. He attended Lincoln University in Jefferson City. Larry played football in high school and college. He was later inducted into the Poplar Bluff Sports Hall of Fame for football in 1986.

Larry was a lifelong member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. He was initiated in 1969 at Lincoln University.

Larry became a member of the Rising Sun Lodge No. 164 AF&AM PHA in 1980. He received his 32nd degree in Queen City Consistory No. 109 in 1981. In 1990, he became the Worshipful Master of the Rising Sun Lodge. Larry was also a member of the Dorsey M. Russell Chapter No. 4 of the Holy Royal Arch Masons.

He also had many interests and amongst those were fishing, hunting and hanging out with his friends and grandchild.

Larry retired from United Parcel Service (UPS) after serving 27 dedicated years.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving daughters, Natalee Thornton (Ronald) and Shannon Michele Wooden; granddaughter Sasha Michele Thornton; three sisters, LaVerne Brown of Atlanta, Ga., Shirley Wooden Vaughn (Cleveland) of Omaha, Neb., and Hope Gibson of Shreveport, La.; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Arrangements are under the direction of H.T. May & Son Funeral Home.

Published Tuesday, August 25, 2015

Floyd E. Kaiser, 71, passed away Saturday, Aug. 22, 2015, doing one of his most favorite things in the world, playing racquetball with his friends.

A celebration of Floyd’s life will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at Campus Lutheran Church in Columbia, followed by a time to informally gather to share hugs and stories. Light snacks will be provided.

Floyd was born Sept. 5, 1943, to Erhardt and Martha Kaiser of Ionia. He was raised on the family farm and was confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Cole Camp on Palm Sunday in 1957. He graduated from Green Ridge High School in 1961. Floyd moved to Columbia to attend the University of Missouri and began attending Campus Lutheran Church, where he was an active member until his death.

He married Wanda Behymer on June 13, 1965, and had one daughter. He married Millie Neill on Oct. 12, 1974. They celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary last fall during their annual getaway to Hilton Head, N.C.

Floyd graduated from MU with a BS/MS degree in agricultural chemistry in 1968. He became the first employee of Analytical Biochemical Laboratories in 1969 and worked there for nearly 42 years, retiring in January 2011. He had a number of supervisory and managerial roles at ABC during his long career, culminating in senior contracts specialist.

Floyd was an active, influential and loyal member of Campus Lutheran Church. His faith was deep, unwavering and a source of quiet strength. Floyd served variously as elder, treasurer, Bible study leader, counter and always as a cornerstone of the bass section of the church choir. He played racquetball two to three times a week for his entire adult life, and he loved to “chase the little white ball” through innumerable rounds of golf. He was an avid gardener and was especially fond of growing tomatoes. He loved to work outside, landscaping his home, and cultivated a spectacular display of irises.

Floyd was a die-hard MU sports fan, attending hundreds of basketball and football games during his life. He was a voracious reader and, especially in retirement, found great joy in cooking, saying it was just like a chemistry experiment, only he had more flexibility in the protocols. Floyd was the less visible partner in Appletree Quilting, except when he brought his famous broccoli salad and beef brisket to quilting events and workshops.

Floyd is survived by his wife, Millie Kaiser; daughter and son-in-law Whitney and Jerry Neufeld-Kaiser of Seattle, Wash.; sister Fran Durow of Horsham, Victoria, Australia; brother and sister-in-law Lyman and Carolyn Kaiser of Colorado Springs, Colo.; brother-in-law Charlie Neill; sister-in-law Evelyn Rothermich; and niece Wendy Rothermich.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks memorials be sent to Campus Lutheran Church, 304 S. College Ave., Columbia, Mo., 65201. 573-442-5942; office@campuslutheran.org.

Published Wednesday, August 26, 2015

Robert E. ”Bob” Eubanks, 86, of Columbia passed away Monday, Aug. 24, 2015.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at Memorial Baptist Church, 1634 Paris Road. A celebration of life will be 10 a.m. Friday with a visitation from 9:30 to 10 a.m.

Bob was preceded in death by four siblings, Ralph, Donald and Billy Eubanks and Gloria Dibsie.

Survivors include his loving wife of 68 years, Dortha Eubanks of the home; three children, Kenneth Mark Eubanks (Karen) of Columbia, James Daniel Eubanks (Debra) of London, Ky., and Carol Dwyer-Adams (Jimmie Ray) of Nixa; grandchildren, Megan Wessels (Justin), Gara Eubanks and Christina Eubanks.

Bob was born Feb 20, 1929, in Columbia, to Rodman and Ida (Daughtery) Eubanks, who preceded in him in death.

Bob was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He always put his family and their needs ahead of his own. Bob was kind and compassionate to a fault.

Everyone who knew Bob described him as a humble, gentle man who was honest and kind to every person he met. He will be greatly missed by all, for he loved and cared for everyone.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Coyote Hill Christian Children’s Home, P.O. Box 1, Harrisburg, Mo., 65256.

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

Published Wednesday, August 26, 2015

Charles Eldon Drennan, 88, of Columbia passed away Monday, Aug. 24, 2015, at his home.

Friends may gather to celebrate his life from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, at Parker Funeral Service. There will be a private remembrance for the family after the celebration.

Eldon was born June 24, 1927, in Kirksville, to Ollin and Opal Goehagen Drennan. In 1951, he married Marie Ilene Guffey, and she survives.

Eldon served in the U.S. Army during WWII in the separation center in Fort Leavenworth, Kan. He then graduated from the University of Missouri School of Journalism in 1951 and worked in radio with stations KHMO and KIRX in Hannibal and Kirksville. He received his Master of Divinity degree in 1959 from Drake University. He was the associate minister in Marshalltown, Iowa, before coming to First Christian Church in Columbia as an associate pastor. He taught classes at the University of Missouri School of Religion and at Christian College, where he later became athletic director and dean of student life when the college’s name changed to Columbia College. He was the minister at Olivet Christian Church for several years in the 1970s in Sturgeon and then Fayette until 1992.

Survivors include four sons, Tim Drennan and wife Maggie of Columbia, Todd Drennan and wife Mary of Monument, Colo., Tyler Drennan and wife Shari of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Tony Drennan of Columbia; a daughter, Tristen Drennan of Kansas City; two sisters, Lois Cloyd of Jackson and Irene Drennan of Kirksville; and six grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Ollin Jr. and Jack Drennan.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Daniel Boone Little League or Diamond Council Baseball.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Kenneth Louis Spencer, 72, passed away quietly at home on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, surrounded by family as he wished.

There will be a celebration of his life at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, at Olivet Christian Church in Columbia.

He was born Aug. 26, 1943, in Rolla.

Kenny was a man of simple pleasures and great love. He enjoyed spending time outdoors. He whiled away many hours camping, hunting and fishing. He passed this love of nature down to all four of his children.

He also spent lots of time in his kitchen. He had an innate understanding of food and flavors. He rarely used a recipe, preferring to cook from memory.

He was a tech geek at heart and enjoyed computers and video games. Puzzle and strategy games were his favorites. He played in an online game with his daughter, both sons-in-law and several grandchildren until the very end.

His greatest passion was his family.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 37 years, Cheryl; his children, Robin Morrison (Paul) of Columbia, Russell Spencer of Columbia, and Angela Pigg (Matt) of Columbia. He also had eight wonderful grandchildren he was very proud of: Adam, Megan, Emily, Lindsay, Allaire, Kate, Michael and Bella.

Other survivors include his brother, Alfred Spencer of St. Charles; his sisters, Loretta Phelps and Lillian Smith, both of Rolla; his sister-in-law, Melissa Baumann of Palatine, Ill.; and aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his son, Shawn Spencer; his brothers, Carl Spencer and Joe Spencer; and his parents, Louis Spencer and Hester Spencer Linzmeyer.

In lieu of flowers, donations in honor of Kenny’s life can be made to Habitat for Humanity, 1906 Monroe St., Columbia, Mo., 65201. 573-499-1202.

Published Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Frances Mae (Baker) Elderbrook, 85, joined her beloved husband the morning of Monday, Aug. 31, 2015.

Services will begin with a visitation at 10 a.m Friday, Sept. 4, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia, with funeral immediately after.

Frances was born Feb. 19, 1930, to Owen and Bessie (Elder) Baker and later was joined by two brothers. Frances married Donald Frederick Elderbrook on March 26, 1948, at Calvary Baptist Church, and they settled in Columbia to begin their family. The two welcomed two daughters, Donna Lea and Paula Kay, and raised them to be passionate about their interests.

Being an independent-minded woman, Frances spent her working years as the executive secretary to the vice president of GTE and retired in time to spoil her two grandchildren, Kelsi Marie and Kale Elderbrook.

An admirer of beauty in all of its forms, Frances appreciated music, nature and the arts, but none so much as fashion. Shoes and jewelry were always a source of joy for Frances, and she passed this love on to Donna, Paula and Kelsi. For every occasion and decidedly non-occasion, Frances enjoyed receiving jewelry from her loving husband. Frances reciprocated the beauty she admired with her love for her family, friends, and anyone who could make her laugh.

Frances was preceded in death by her parents, Owen and Bessie; one grandson, Terry; and her devoted husband, Donald.

Frances is survived by her two brothers and their families; her daughters, Donna and Paula; her granddaughter, Kelsi and her wife Melodie; and her grandson, Kale.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Published Sunday, September 20, 2015

Maydell Henry Senn, 85, of Fairlee, Vt., formerly of Columbia, died Monday, Aug. 31, 2015, at Day Memorial Hospital in Lebanon, N.H., after a courageous battle with kidney cancer.

No services are planned.

Maydell was born June 11, 1930, to parents Hale and Erma Henry in Maplewood, Mo.

She graduated from Maplewood High School in 1948 and graduated from the University of Missouri in 1952. She was a member of the Alpha Delta Pi sorority and continued to serve on the sorority housing corp and volunteered at the house for many years after retirement.

Maydell retired from the University of Missouri in 1995 after a long, distinguished career as an executive assistant for the School of Library and Informational Science. She worked closely with the former dean of the school, Mary Lenox, helping the graduate school remain a separate school in the university system throughout the 80s and early 90s.

After retiring, she traveled extensively around the world with many of her friends and began actively working in the League of Women Voters, serving as chair of the local legislative action committee, league vice president and finally the league’s state representative. Before moving to the green mountains of Vermont to live with her son in the fall of 2013, she was awarded the Eleanor Goodge award for her many years of service to the league. When not traveling abroad or attending the monthly “Girl’s night out happy hour club,” her spare time was typically spent attending Mizzou football and basketball games and sports banquets. She was an avid Missouri supporter and had season tickets for both sports since 1975. She continued to follow the Tigers’ games in the Northeast and looked forward to the upcoming 2015 season.

She is survived by her son, Rick, her daughter-in-law, Lauren, and two grandchildren, Andrew Herrmann of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Luke.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to the League of Women Voters.

Published Sunday, September 20, 2015

Elinka Elterman “Elenor Cooper,” 72, of Pittsburg, Kan., formerly of Columbia and Mexico City, died Friday, Sept. 4, 2015, at the Medicalodge South in Pittsburg, Kan.

No services are planned at this time.

She was born Nov. 2, 1942, in Mexico City, the daughter of Gil and Dora (Sheinberg) Elterman.

She retired from Shelter Insurance Co.’s home office as a supervisor of group death and disability claims.

Survivors include a son, Gil Cooper, and a daughter-in-law, Casie Hermansson, of Pittsburg, Kan.; and two grandchildren, Griffin and Corin Cooper.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister.

Condolences may be left at www.bathnaylor.com.

Published Sunday, September 13, 2015

Karen Oliger, 71, of Columbia passed away Saturday, Sept. 5, in Columbia.

Friends may gather for a memorial from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at Slater-Millard Funeral Home in Holts Summit.

Karen was born June 6, 1944, in Greensburg, Ind., to Robert and Beth Purvis. She graduated from Greensburg High School in 1962 and received her bachelor’s degree from Purdue University before completing a master’s degree from the University of Missouri in 1976.

She worked for the University of Missouri in the College of Veterinary Medicine as an assistant to the dean from 1974 to 2008. She was an avid outdoorswoman, spending much of her time hiking, camping and biking. She enjoyed running and swimming, competing in marathons and reading. She also enjoyed spending time with her family.

She is survived by her sons, Eric Christopher Oliger and wife Rebecca and Ehren Sebring Oliger and wife Geneva, all of Columbia; five grandchildren, Coral and Darroh Oliger, Benjamin and Jessie Reeves and Charles Oliger. She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Sebring Oliger and a brother, Robert Purvis.

Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 2400 Bluff Creek Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Arrangements are under the direction of Slater-Millard Family Funeral Chapel, 540 S. Summit Drive, Holts Summit, Mo., 65043, 573-896-5959.

Condolences may be left for the family online at www.millardfamilychapels.com.

Published Friday, September 11, 2015

Alice M. Stott, 71, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2015, in Columbia.

A celebration of Alice’s life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be held one hour prior, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be held in Memorial Park Cemetery.

She was born March 5, 1944, the daughter of Nell (Paylor) and Clifford Bonner. Alice worked at Woodhaven Learning Center for several years until her retirement. She enjoyed gardening, fishing, wildlife and many other outdoor activities.

Survivors include her husband, Russell Stott; daughter, Celeste Stott; son, Russell C. (Enid) Stott; and two brothers, David R. Bonner and Bill Bonner.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and one sister, Pam Duermyer.

Memorial contributions can be made to Central Missouri Humane Society.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Thursday, September 17, 2015

Deacon George Farris, 89, of Columbia entered into the master’s paradise on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2015, at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, at Second Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the church.

George T. Farris was born on Jan. 15, 1926, in Eolia, the son of Cornelius G.M. Farris Sr. and Blanche Booker Farris.

He was a Navy veteran, serving in World War II. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service until his retirement. He also worked for Sears in the sporting goods department. He was a longtime member of the Second Missionary Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon, church treasurer and a member of the male chorus. He was a past president of the Columbia NAACP. He was a member of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and was an instructor at Lincoln University and Fort Valley (Ga.) State University.

He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Lois E. Farris; one daughter, Donna (Jerry) Ellison of Columbia; two sons, David (Joann) Farris of Dallas, Texas, and Michael (Michelle) Farris of Columbia; and a nephew/son Ronnie Carter of Columbia; one brother, Isaac (Christine) Farris of Atlanta, Ga.; one sister, Gail Joyce of Dallas, Texas; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Cassandra L. Farris; one brother, Cornelius Farris Jr.; three sisters, Mary L. Graham, Martha Farris and Ophelia Mallory.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of H.T. May & Son Funeral Home.

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

Published Tuesday, September 22, 2015

Helen Louise Hampton, 80, of Columbia passed away Monday, Sept. 21, 2015.

Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, at Memorial Funeral Home, with service following at 2 p.m.

Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur L. Hampton; parents, John William and Sophronia Swearengen; three brothers, DeWayne, Eddy and Kenneth Swearengen; and a son, John A. Hampton in 1959.

Survivors include three children, Jeanene Stringham of Columbia, Janet Mueller-Alsup and husband Bruce of Aripeka, Fla., and Greg Hampton and wife Amy of Jefferson City; grandchildren, Mellissa Stringham (Dianna), Sarah Stringham, Jennifer Stringham, Keanna Mueller, Jacob Hampton; and a great-grandson, Donnie Dame.

Helen was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who was devoted to her family.

She enjoyed the simple pleasures of traveling around the country, camping and fishing with her loving husband and family. Everyone who entered her home was made to feel like family with a pleasant greeting followed by the instruction to “make yourself at home, the refrigerator is around the corner and if you are waiting for someone to wait on you, you might go hungry.” She will be missed by many and forgotten by none.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to VFW, 1509 Ashley St., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Published by H.T. May & Son Funeral Home, Columbia MO

Ronald Monroe Jr., 55, passed into eternity on Friday, September 25, 2015 in Pierre, South Dakota. Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on Saturday October 10, 2015 at Second Missionary Baptist Church in Columbia. The visitation will be held from 10 - 11 AM at the church.

Ronald was born in Columbia, Missouri, as the son of Feonia Bagby (James), and Ronald E. Monroe, Sr., (deceased) leaving two siblings from that union to mourn him, Michael & Leslie Monroe. There's an affectionate, very close & loving bond of the step-brothers and sisters from their father’s unions Include brother's Ron Tooley, Ricky Tooley, Arnel Monroe, LaRon Monroe, Tori Monroe, and Rae Monroe...Ron absolutely adored his entire family of nieces and nephews. A big circle of love...he was affectionately known as "uncle Ron" by adults as well, he'd often Joke- " I’m big daddy they call me big daddy!'' laughing more than everyone at his own jokes!

Ron loved his Mom-ma! Yes, he did, I'd say who's that woman you're talking to? He'd say I'm talking to my Momma, get out of my business!"

They had a beautiful relationship and she really loved him. She's been a blessing to us always.

Ron had a special place in his heart always for Momma Vi, His Baby-Doll, His beloved Aunt Erma Officer was so precious to him, as well as our beloved “Aunt Dee Dee". We have to see her if we are in Columbia. Ron would smile and laugh the whole time he was in Columbia and this is where he wanted to return at the end of his journey.

His heart was lost to his niece -RaShanda Monroe (Nhyla & loved Niece -Toya Mitchell), he truly loved ALL of them, and there was just something special about that "BOND" He had with his Bungi, his nephew Ryan Chisolm, he'd always want to know what was going on, and how far he'd go! He was so proud of all of you. He’d brag out how smart Aly was, and successful you all are Tay, Tori, Rae, Arnel, DeAndre, Whit, Teeno, Marvin, and sweet Mykela, how he loved her and how she could make him laugh, and the hugs she gives...You were our children too!

Ronald was an amazing running back receiving many accolades, and news reports during his high school career. Ron was also well known for his culinary skills, yes that Seafood lasagna! He attended culinary school, Lincoln University, and the Railroad Sciences Institute and the Railroad Ultimately called his name.

Later, as a man of character and intellect, Ron went on to attend the UMKC Entrepreneurial Program and established two businesses on his own, Kansas City Durable Medical Equipment, and Monroe Janitorial Services.

Upon choosing the Railroad as a Career, Ron worked for CSX Railroad in New Orleans, Kansas City Southern Railroad, Canadian Pacific Railroad, MotiveRail, and final Genesee Wyoming Railroad.

Traveling from Kansas city to New Orleans, Birmingham, Pensacola, FL, then back to Kansas (He worked in Iowa, and Michigan also), and we were relocating to South Dakota. Blessed to be well traveled together for leisure WITH the dogs, Ron REALLY loved those dogs!

Ron was a Proud Member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and responsible for training new hires to become conductors, and later Engineers.

He began his railroad career with CSX Railroad in New Orleans, moving to Pensacola, then Birmingham, then working for Kansas City Southern Railroad, Canadian Pacific, MotiveRail, and the Final Destination was Genesee Wyoming Pierre & Eastern.

AHH THE LOVE STORY… RON saw his girl and said yes upon seeing his soon to be wife; he starting making a plan!

But it was easy, he was too Easy to love, they met and fell in love over 30 years ago at Lincoln University of Missouri, he was the man of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and she the Lady of Alpha Kappa Alpha the first and finest. Ron would laugh saying that Kim flirted with him while on a date with her boyfriend at an MU Party, but he stole her heart that night!

Their Love Story has been one Songs were made of, they lived, loved, cherished and had so many laughs together, sharing so many good things. Ron would often say: “I'll never leave you!”, “I’d be lost in a sea of wolves!". We'd laugh and say “You're the only one!" As we'd take long road trips he's say “wake up and talk to me!!”, and he'd hold my hand while driving.

As his wife, when I heard the Song I Wanna thank you (F. Beverly/Maze). I'd cry because it reminds ME of the love we’ve known and cherished for so many years and truly know how blessed, favored, and how gracious God has been to both of US!

Yes, RON & KIM..."Almost'' had forever or as close as you can get! As life, careers, living well, being blessed, happy, being well loved and love stories go...I'd say this man will hear “well done”.

Let us pray for our families and everyone who loved him...completely.

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Published Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Harriet J. Hardiman, 82, of Columbia entered into the arms of Jesus on Friday, Sept. 25, 2015, at Boone Hospital Center.

Funeral services will held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at Progressive Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the H.T. May & Son Funeral Home in Columbia.

Hariett Jeanette Hardiman was born July 29, 1933, in Columbia, the daughter of Martin Williams and Willa D. Ray. She was a member of Second Baptist Church, the Frederick Douglass Coalition and the Class of 1951.

She leaves to cherish her memory one daughter, Karen Hardiman; two sons, William Richard Hardiman and Norman Hardiman, all of Columbia; and grandchildren, Kenya Hardiman, Amand Hardiman, Torrianna Hardiman, September Washington, Marcus (Patricia) Bentley, Reginald Bentley, Deangelo Washington and Jabari Palmer.

Published Monday, September 28, 2015

Elisabeth Holman Luetjen, 80 of Columbia passed away Sunday, Sept. 27, 2015.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, at Cater Funeral Home in Moberly. Visitation will at 10 a.m. Thursday until time of service. Family will have a private service at graveside.

Elisabeth “Libby” was born in Moberly on Sept. 5, 1935. The daughter of the late Judge Lawrence and Amy Holman, she graduated from Moberly High School in 1953 and soon after married James “Jim” Luetjen on May 30, 1953.

Elisabeth graduated from the Columbia Licensed Practical Nursing School in August 1971. She was very active in the nursing profession, working at different times in each of Columbia’s hospitals as well as private practice.

Elisabeth was a longtime member of the Columbia Quilting Guild. She became an excellent quilter and was the winner of many ribbons during her time in the guild. Her quilts hung in many state and national shows.

Libby was the mother of three children: Larry, Steven and Amy. She had 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, and she adored them all.

Survivors include her husband, James; children, James Lawrence and wife Holly, Steven Douglas and wife Beth and Amy Lisbaeth; a brother, Joseph Lawrence Holman and wife Sharon; 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Libby was a loyal friend to so many.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution can be made to Citizens Memorial Healthcare Foundation, 1500 North Oakland, Bolivar, Mo., 65613, in memory of Jill Elliott (Betty Jo Robb’s daughter).

Published Friday, October 2, 2015

Vicki D. Wickman Straub, 71, of Columbia passed away at home Monday evening, Sept. 28, 2015.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, at the University Alumni Center. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. At 3 p.m., friends and family members will share stories and memories of this remarkable woman. There will be opportunities to share stories with those present.

Vicki was born March 23, 1944, in Lebanon, Mo., to Carl and Kathleen Builderback Wickman.

She married James Straub on Dec. 28, 1970, who lives in Columbia.

She earned a BA from the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, an MS from the University of Missouri, an MBA from Washington University in St. Louis and a Doctorate from the University of Arizona, Tucson. She and James opened the first full-time private psychological center in Columbia in 1976. She later joined the Department of Family and Community Medicine, and developed a nationally known behavioral medicine training program for residents. Over the years she helped residents gain knowledge and skill in working with patients through formal and informal teaching and as the attending faculty for the Family Medicine Stress Clinic. She retired as an associate professor.

Vicki loved expressing herself through water colors and poetry as well as many close friendships. She and her husband James were explorers of the world, traveling throughout the United States and more than 30 countries around the world.

She will be missed deeply by her family: her son, Jason Straub of Columbia; daughter, Kirsten Straub Marshall and her husband John of Columbia; grandchildren, Aleda and Loretta Marshall; brothers, Kevin Wickman and Ken Wickman and his wife Melinda and nephew, Carl Wickman, all of St. Louis.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Memorials may be given to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation: bcrfcure.org or the Columbia Art League.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Thursday, October 8, 2015

Dr. Robert V. Penfield, 86, died Monday, Oct. 5, 2015, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg. Bob had a long and valued life filled with interesting places to go and fascinating people to meet.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 904 Old Highway 63 in Columbia. Cremation was completed by the Memorial Funeral Home, and his ashes are interred at that cemetery.

Bob was born in Roosevelt, Utah, on Sept. 21, 1929, to Verdon and Vera Penfield. He is the oldest of five children (Genevie Pierson, Roosevelt, Utah; Arita Evans, Fuquay Varina, N.C.; Shirley Heeb and her husband, John, Worland, Wyo.; Jim Penfield and his wife Gwen, Neola, Utah). Bob learned early to work hard and study harder, and these characteristics were part of him throughout his life.

He graduated as a valedictorian from Roosevelt High School and attended Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where he majored in chemistry.

After graduation, he accepted a position as an analytical chemist at Hanford Atomic Product Works in Richland, Wash. With the outbreak of the Korean War, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and was sent to Officer Candidate School in Newport, R.I., and then to Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, Calif., where he was trained as a meteorologist. During the war, he was stationed at Yokosuka, Japan, providing weather forecasts for the Western Pacific Fleet. Bob loved the Japanese people, their land, customs, and food. His stay in Japan opened his eyes to the world. He returned to work at Hanford after the war but realized, “I like working with people better than working with test tubes.” Therefore, he enrolled at the University of Utah and received an advanced degree in Human Relations Management.

In August, 1960, Bob married Helen Foster of Seattle, Wash. They packed up their car and traveled across the United States to Ithaca, N.Y., where he had been accepted in the doctoral program of Labor and Industrial Relations at Cornell University. Beginning a doctoral program and starting a marriage was a foolhardy endeavor, but Bob survived. After receiving his doctorate, he accepted a position at Michigan State University. While there, he and Helen, along with their daughter, Jodi, had an opportunity to live and work in Ankara, Turkey, for two years in a program administer by Michigan State.

In 1971 the College of Business and Public Administration at the University of Missouri hired Bob, and he worked as a teacher and administrator (Department Chair, Associate Dean, Acting Dean) until 1997. The years at Mizzou were good years for Bob. He developed a deep love and respect for the faculty, staff and students. It was his joy to quietly and effectively solve problems, and there was a long list of students who benefited from his guidance when they needed a helping hand. In addition, Bob continued to have opportunities to travel and work throughout the world. He was also a member of the National Academy of Arbitrators and served as a labor arbitrator for over 25 years.

His membership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was important to Bob. He wholeheartedly accepted its tenets and served responsibly in many positions, including as a missionary in Scotland after his university retirement. He loved his family: daughter, Jodi Thompson and husband Scott; son, Jonathan; son, Michael and wife Tracy; and 11 grandchildren. If they serve cinnamon rolls in heaven, Bob will be there getting a roll for a little one.

In lieu of flowers, the Penfield family suggests memorial contributions to the charity or organization of your choice.

Published Thursday, October 8, 2015

John T. Morgan, 78, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2015, at Boone Hospital Center after a two-year battle with pulmonary fibrosis.

Private graveside services will be Friday, Oct. 9, in Columbia Cemetery. A visitation will be from noon to 2 p.m. Friday at Parker Funeral Service.

John was born in Oklahoma and raised in St. Louis by William and Julia Morgan.

He attended Missouri Baptist University in St. Louis, where he became an X-ray technician and met the love of his life, Judy Morgan. John worked at Boone Hospital for 18 years and then at the University Hospital before entering the real estate business in the 1980s. Upon retirement in 2000, he and Judy purchased their winter home in Florida and became true snow birds.

John is survived by his sons, Scott Morgan and wife Cindy, and Gregg Morgan and Amy Morgan; a very special niece, Pamela Hays, and her husband Scott; grandchildren Lindsey, Ian and Phoebe Morgan; nephews, Riley and Travis Hays.

In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the Red Cross, the Salvation Army or the charity of the donor’s choice.

Online condolences can be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Thursday, October 8, 2015

Barbara Jean Koch, 74, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2015, at her residence.

Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at Memorial Funeral Home, with visitation one hour before service.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, John and Brooksie ”Noel” Koch; brother Lloyd Koch; and sister Nadine Watson; and her beloved dog “Buffy.”

She is survived by sister Betty Ballenger and husband Joe of Columbia and many nieces and nephews.

Barbara worked at Boone Hospital Center for 46 years. Her passion was travel. She and Betty traveled all over the United States together. Her favorite places to visit were Alaska and Louisiana.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice in Barbara’s name. Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, October 11, 2015

Maxine McCoy, 55, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2015, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Friends will be received from 12 to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, at Millard Family Funeral Home, where funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. with Bishop William Linzie officiating. Interment will take place at 1 p.m., Friday, Oct. 16, 2015, at Topeka Cemetery, Topeka, Kan.

Maxine was born in the state of Arkansas the daughter of the late Willie Mae (Purnell) Jordan and Mack McCoy.

Maxine retired from Kraft Foods of Columbia after 15 years of employment.

She enjoyed playing bingo, going to the casino and helping out anyone in need.

She loved to cook for her family and friends.

She loved children and especially her grandchildren Daviante, Damariay, Dazavion and Kyleed.

In addition to her father, Maxine is survived by: one daughter, Towanda (Marvin) Shahid; Charles Edwin McCoy of Columbia; a companion of many years: A.D. Hamilton; four sisters: Barbara Ann Jordan, Victoria Jordan, Bernice Stewart, all of Topeka, Kan., and Rose Marie Townsend of Columbia; six brothers: Michael B. Jordan, Gregory D. Jordan, Willie B. Jordan, LaMar Jordan Jr., all of Topeka, Kan., Mark McCoy of East St. Louis, Ill., and Titusan (Kristen) Townsend of Columbia; grandchildren Daviante, Damariay, Dazavion and Kyleed; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother.

Arrangements are under the direction of Millard Family Funeral Home, 12 E. Ash St., Columbia, Mo., 65203, 573-442-7112. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.millardfamilychapels.com.

Published Sunday, October 25, 2015

E. Frederick “Fred” List, professor emeritus at the University of Missouri-Columbia, passed away Thursday, Oct. 8, 2015, one month before his 98th birthday, at Stuart House, Centralia, where he had lived the past year.

Fred was married to the late Mary Alice (Paris) List for 62 years and is survived by their three children: Frederick List of Branson, Elaine Kent of Centralia and Lucia Quearry of Australia.

Also surviving are four grandchildren: Ethan List and Evan List of the Columbus, Ohio, area, Abigail Kent of Alexandria, Va., and Nathan Kent of Erie, Colo.; and four great-grandchildren.

Fred was born in Weehawken, N.J., on Nov. 13, 1917, to Myrtle (Flint) List, originally of Rolla, and Elmer List, originally of Cape Girardeau.

His lifelong love of music and interest and participation in athletics began in his youth in Alton, Ill., where he graduated from Alton High School in 1936. He proceeded to Shurtleff College and completed a Bachelor of Arts in music, English and Education in 1940. He earned master’s degrees in music from the University of Illinois and in education from Washington University, where he was a charter member of Phi Delta Kappa.

During World War II, Fred served in the Army Air Corps as chief weather observer at Orlando, Fla., and as an instructor at weather observation school in Chanute Field, Rantoul, Ill. While in the military, he married Mary Alice Paris in 1943; they raised three children and were married for 62 years.

After the war, Fred joined the Shurtleff College administrative staff as public relations director. After serving as a consultant in the Department of Community Development at SIU-Carbondale for six years, he joined the Department of Regional and Community Affairs-Community Development at the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1962. Twenty-six years later, in 1988, he retired.

Civic responsibilities were an important part of Fred’s life. Through the years he served in PTA, Community Concert Association, Community Chest and the March of Dimes. As a member of Kiwanis he was often the song leader for the meetings and also served as president.

Upon their retirement, Fred and Mary Alice traveled the world, but he always found time for music. He was a frequent soloist for the Alton Municipal Band and a choir director in churches, schools and barbershop groups. When Fred wasn’t directing, he was singing.

In addition to his lifelong commitment to his church choirs, Fred was active in the Barbershop Society for more than 35 years. He was a charter member of the Boonslick Chordbusters, and as a member of The Overtones quartet, delivered singing valentines across Central Missouri. During his tenure, The Overtones were invited and performed in “The Music Man” an amazing 40 times as a featured quartet.

Trains fascinated Fred since childhood; he rode and photographed them all over the world. He thoroughly enjoyed “playing trains” with his friends from the Mid-Missouri Railfans Club and built an impressive model layout in his home.

His love of music, his love of mountains, camping and hiking, his love of books and wordsmithing and his endless curiosity about other peoples and places are priceless legacies he passed to his family and friends.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at First Christian Church, Tenth and Walnut streets in Columbia, with visitation following next door in Bethany Hall.

Memorials can be made to the organization of your choice.

Published Wednesday, October 14, 2015

Ruby Lucille Johnson-McCray, 87, of Columbia passed away Friday, Oct. 9, 2015, at Columbia Manor Care Center.

A visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, at Parker Funeral Service, followed by a graveside service at 11:30 a.m. at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Ruby was born March 12, 1928, in Randolph County. She attended school at Prairie Hill School. She also attended Kirksville Business College. She moved to Columbia in about 1948.

Ruby was the only daughter of William Arthur McLean and Mary Elizabeth Bake of Salisbury. She married Robert Lee Johnson in 1948.

Ruby had many jobs but the last one was head cashier at Boone Electric Coop for about 40 years; she retired from there on two separate occasions.

She was loved by many people and was one no one forgot.

Survivors include her daughter, Linda Gilpin-Eberwein of Columbia; two granddaughters, Erin Gilpin-Catron and husband Russell, and Jennifer Neu, both of Columbia; three great-grandchildren, Bridgett, Aiden and Logan; and her dearest puppy, Maggie Lou.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Robert L. Johnson; her second husband, Leland “Chip” McCray; and her other dear puppy, Corky.

Memorial contributions can be made to Columbia Manor Care Center.

Online condolences can be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Tuesday, October 13, 2015

Dale Thomas Smarr, 58, of Columbia joined our Lord on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2015, after a hard-fought battle with cancer.

A celebration of Dale’s life will be on Friday, Oct. 16, at the Peachtree Banquet Center, 120 E. Nifong Blvd. Family and friends are invited to visit and share fond memories and stories between 4 and 7 p.m. A formal remembrance of Dale’s life will be held at 5:30 p.m.

Born in Columbia on Oct. 5, 1957, Dale lived in Boone County his entire life.

He graduated from Rock Bridge High School in 1976 and started his own business, Smarr Garage Door, in 1979. Dale built Smarr Garage Door into a successful company that served the Central Missouri area for 35 years until his retirement in November 2014. During that time, he was active in other business pursuits, including manager and part owner of the Southside Mobile Home Park.

Dale enjoyed living life to its fullest with family and friends. He especially enjoyed his motorcycle rides through the beautiful countryside.

He is survived by his girlfriend, Becky Powell; his daughter, Stacey Smarr and Ashley Milham; his son, William T. Smarr and Amber Crane; and his sister, Marla Hartley; all residing in Columbia.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William J. and Margaret V. Smarr; and his brother, Larry Smarr.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Dale can be made to Central Missouri Honor Flight, 1400 Forum Blvd., Ste. 1-C, Box 334, Columbia, Mo., 65203.

Online condolences for the family can be left at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Thursday, October 15, 2015

Orian D. Smith, 90, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2015, in Columbia.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Memorial Funeral Home.

Visitation will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home.

Burial will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery.

He was born on July 12, 1925, in Big Cabin, Okla., the son of Florence Mae (Ford) and David Orian Smith.

Orian married Evelyn Beebe on June 20, 1948, at First Christian Church in Columbia; they shared 67 wonderful years together.

Orian was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served in World War II on the USS Thornhill. His life was undergirded by his personal faith in Jesus Christ.

Survivors include his wife, Evelyn; sons, Wayne D. Smith and Dale R. (Betty) Smith; daughter, Joyce A. (Clint) Miller; eight grandchildren, Dale P. Smith, Natalie J. (Sanders) Campbell, David D. Smith, Gretchen L. Smith, Cooper D. Smith, Sarah R. Miller, Emily J. Miller and Travis Orian Miller; six great-grandchildren; one sister, Wilma Lee Knoll; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; four sisters; and one daughter-in-law, Deborah L. Smith.

Memorial contributions may be made to Coyote Hill Christian Children’s Home, P.O. Box 1, Harrisburg, Mo., 65256.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, October 18, 2015

Florence J. VanWagner, 81, of Columbia passed away on Friday, Oct. 16, 2015, in Columbia.

A celebration of Florence’s life will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015, at Memorial Funeral Home.

She was born on Jan. 9, 1934, in Volga, Iowa, the daughter of Wilhelmine (Meyer) and Calvin Schnucker.

Survivors include her daughters, Teri Allen and Kimberly VanWagner; son, Larry Van Wagner; grandchildren, Daniel and Caroline Caplen and Kaitlin, Lindsay and Courtney Allen; two sisters, Norma Bradley and Doris Schiltz; and one brother, Glen Morarie. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Joyce Schnucker; and two brothers, George Morarie and Jim Eggers.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Special Olympics, 1001 Diamond Ridge, Suite 800, Jefferson City, Mo., 65109, or the Alzheimer’s Association, 2400 Bluff Creek Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65201, and sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Virginia “Ginny” Lee Owens, 94, passed away Friday, Oct. 16, 2015, after a brief illness.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W. in Columbia.

Ginny was born on Nov. 6, 1920, in Cabool, to James W. and Ruth Harmon.

She graduated from Christian College (now Columbia College) in 1940, and received a bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1942. After her graduation, she accepted a teaching position in Sullivan, where she met her future husband.

She and Marve were married Aug. 21, 1945, in Cabool. They began their married life in Pensacola, Fla., where Marve was serving as a naval aviation instructor at Pensacola Naval Air Station. After his discharge from service, they returned to Columbia briefly, then spent several years in Kansas City, where their three daughters were born.

In 1954, Marve, Ginny, and their family returned to Columbia permanently. Ginny was a longtime and active member of the Cecile Circle of King’s Daughters and an active member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Alumni Association, serving a term as president of that organization.

Ginny will be remembered by her family and those who knew and loved her for her quiet, gentle strength, generosity of spirit, and for her grace and fortitude in the face of adversity. Most of all, she will be remembered for the constant and unwavering love of family she exemplified throughout her life and marriage.

She is survived by her daughters Susan Lee Dasta, D.O., of Kansas City, and Leslie A. Owens of St. Louis; her son-in-law, John S. Pletz of Jefferson City; her grandchildren, Brittany Elizabeth Marten of Chicago, Ill., Casey Lee Pletz of Kansas City, Vincent Paul Dasta of Chicago, Ill., and Sara Virginia Howard of Seattle, Wash.; as well as her great-grandchildren, Alexandra Elizabeth Marten, Olivia Mae, Anna Joy, and Evan Vincent Dasta, and Rory Patrick Howard.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of sixty nine years, R. Marvin Owens; and her daughter Karen Lee Pletz.

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

The family suggests donations to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Published Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Dr. Asit Prakas Basu, 78, of Columbia passed away on Monday, Oct. 19, 2015.

The family will receive friends and colleagues from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel. A memorial service to celebrate Dr. Basu’s life will follow.

Asit was born March 17, 1937, in Harishankarpur, Bengal, India, to Hari Pada and Himansu Prabha Mitra Basu, and they preceded him in death. He was a graduate of Presidency College of the University of Calcutta, had his MSc from the University of Calcutta, and in 1966 received his doctorate in statistics from the University of Minnesota.

On June 11, 1966, he married Sandra Bergquist in Minneapolis, Minn., and she survives.

He was professor of statistics at the University of Missouri-Columbia from 1974 until his retirement in 2002 and chaired the Department of Statistics from 1976 to 1983.

Before joining the University of Missouri faculty he taught at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Northwestern University and the University of Pittsburgh and worked as a research statistician at IBM Research Center, Yorktown Heights, N.Y. He was the author of numerous articles for statistical journals and, alone or jointly with colleagues, edited five books on statistics.

He enjoyed advising, and at least 14 students completed a doctoral thesis under his guidance.

He was a Fellow of the American Statistical Association, the Institute of Mathematical Statistics, American Association for the Advancement of Science and The Royal Statistical Society-UK and an elected member of the International Statistical Institute.

In 1998 he received the gift of a heart transplant that added almost 18 years to his life.

Dr. Basu is also survived by sons, Amit Basu of Columbia and Shumit Basu of New York City; brother Anshu Basu of Calcutta, India; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by six brothers and three sisters.

Memorial contributions are suggested to MU Libraries Gift Fund for the 100th anniversary, University of Missouri, Office of Gift Processing, 109 Reynolds Alumni Center, Columbia, Mo., 65211, or charity of the donor’s choice.

Online condolences and tributes may be shared with the family at www.bachyager.com.

Published Thursday, October 22, 2015

Vera M. Franke, 86, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015, at The Bluffs with her family at her side.

Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, at Memorial Funeral Home, with service at 2 p.m.

Vera was born Aug. 2, 1929, and married Harold Franke in 1950.

Vera was a member of Fairview Methodist Church. She was very active in the University of Missouri Gymnastic Booster Club and volunteered through her church for the Show-Me State Games.

Vera was the No. 1 fan of Ann Gafke’s Teacher’s Pet Drill Team and loved to attend their performances.

Vera was preceded in death by her late husband, Harold N. Franke; and son Robert M. Franke.

Survivors include two children, Karen Franke of Columbia and Jim Franke and wife Cindy of Columbia; grandchildren, Kristen Franke, Bobby Renick, Angel Renick, Steven Franke, Michael Renick and Emily Franke; and great-grandchild Rylee Renick. She also leaves a niece Martha Richards (Howard Kurihara) of Renton, Wash.; and nephew Jeff Wilson of California.

Vera loved spending time with her grandchildren and family. She will be missed by all who knew her.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fairview United Methodist Church, 3200 Chapel Hill Road, Columbia, Mo., 65203.

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

Published Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Barbara Ann “Bobbi” (Kraus) Wood passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia.

Visitation will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, at our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 903 Bernadette Drive in Columbia. Visitation will be held in the main church.

Bobbi was well-known for her position as cashier at Westlake Hardware on West Worley in Columbia.

She will be dearly missed by her family, extended family and friends.

She was a loving mother to her two sons, Bradley Dale Wood of St. Louis and Andrew Edgar Wood of Columbia. She also is survived by three siblings, Bernice (Fred) VanLoo of Jefferson City, Marilyn (Nick) Nivert of Glasgow and Don Kraus of Asheville, N.C.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Kevin Lee Wood; her sister, Patricia ‘Pat’ Renner; and parents Mildred M. (Lang ) Kraus and Edgar L. Kraus.

Her family would like to send out a special “thank you” to all the medical personnel and staff who took care of her during her time of need.

The family requests monetary donations in lieu of flowers to help with funeral expenses. Donations can be made in person or by mail to Bernice VanLoo, 5601 Roling Road, Jefferson City, Mo., 65101.

Published Sunday, November 8, 2015

Frank P. Hennessy, 82, co-owner of Hennessy and Sons Music store for 35 years, died of heart failure and complications of liver and kidney disease at 8:55 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015, at Laurie Care Center in Laurie.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the Newman Center, 602 Turner Ave., followed by placement of his urn in the Newman Center columbarium. A reception and celebration of life will follow the inurnment at the church. We encourage friends and former customers to join us in this celebration of Frank’s life and his love of the greater Columbia community.

Frank, only son of Francis Gerald Hennessy and A. Marie Garrity Hennessy, was born on March 17, 1933, in Springfield, Ohio.

He was an Air Force veteran of the Korean War. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Dayton in 1957 with a bachelor’s degree in music composition and theory. He married Diane Yingling Hennessy, and they celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary, being married Aug. 2, 1958. They have three sons, Patrick Francis Hennessy of Fairfax Station, Va., and Sean Michael Hennessy and Kevin Raymond Hennessy, both of Columbia; and seven grandchildren.

Share stories and condolences with the family online at www.heartlandcremation.com.

Published Tuesday, November 3, 2015

Joanne Johnson Jones, 94, of Columbia passed to her heavenly home on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015, from complications of a broken hip and wrist.

Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6, at Compass Evangelical Free Church, 600 Silvey St. in Columbia, with visitation one hour before the service.

Joanne was born May 5, 1921, to Lt. David Terrell Johnson and Mary Gertrude Cato Johnson at Walter Reed Army Hospital in Washington, D.C. She began her education in Hawaii, completed high school in Bryan, Texas, and graduated from the University of Missouri in 1942. During WWII, she was employed as a CAA Control Tower Operator at airports in Kansas City, Kan., St. Louis and New Orleans.

In 1947, Joanne accompanied her father and mother to Sendai, Japan, where she soon was employed by the Miyagi Military Government Department of Health and Welfare as a social worker interviewing women and their families in rural Japan. It was there she met her future husband, Lt. Alfred H. Jones. They were married at the U.S. Consulate in Yokohama on March 27, 1948, and had a wedding ceremony at the U.S. Army Ninth Corps Military Chapel in Sendai on April 5, 1948.

An Army daughter for 26 years and Army wife for more than 67 years, she was privileged to live in many parts of the United States and three foreign countries. Joanne and family moved to Columbia in 1968. Wherever Joanne lived, she was active with family, church and community service activities. In Columbia, she was a faithful member of Evangelical Free Church of Columbia — especially the Threaded Hearts Quilting group — the League of Women Voters, the Columbian Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and Chapter LM of the PEO. She volunteered for many years as an election poll worker and with her husband, Al, at The Wardrobe, Meals on Wheels and other organizations.

Joanne was an avid reader and one of the library’s busiest customers. She loved children and people in general. It is said that with Joanne’s smile and kind, outgoing personality, she would know a person’s personal history within 20 minutes of meeting.

She is survived by her loving husband, Alfred H. Jones; daughter Christine L. Hucks (Chuck); son Randall C. Jones; daughter Jeanne L. Pfander (Michael); and son Terrill D. Jones (Debby); brother Peter W. Johnson (Jeanette); as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, honorary grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father and mother; sister Jeanne B. Huffman; and brother David Terrill Johnson Jr.

Although deeply mourned, Joanne’s spark of love and light will live on in our memories and hearts.

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

Published Thursday, November 5, 2015

Carol M. Sechler, 82, of Columbia passed away, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2015, at home.

A celebration of life will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Memorial Funeral Home, with visitation one hour before the service.

Born in Elsberry, Carol earned a degree in home economics from the University of Missouri and taught for a few years.

She lived a life of service, including keeping foster children, volunteering at the hospital, delivering Meals on Wheels, sponsoring immigrants and helping with the PET Project.

She was a longtime member of the Community Methodist Church. Carol lived overseas with her family, worked on mission trips and loved the outdoors.

Survivors include three children, Teena Ligman (David), of Bedford, Ind., Mark Sechler (Carol), of Haarlem, The Netherlands, and Lisa Sechler (Stephen Dolan), of Urbana, Ill; eight grandchildren, Katie (Randy) Sherer, Luke and Megan Ligman, Ben (Brittany) Sechler, Caroline Sechler, Amalia, Mara and Zina Dolan; five great-grandchildren, Kayden and Elsie Shields, Layne Shields, Adelaide and Alexandra Sechler; sisters Marion Sherman of Columbia and Mary Alice Caldwell of Arizona. She had many close friends from her neighborhood, her church, The Terrace and her volunteer organizations.

Carol was preceded in death by her husband, Dale Sechler; parents, Milo and Alice Sherman; brother Bill Sherman; and grandson Matthew Sechler.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to PET Project in Columbia or the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation.

Online tributes can be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.
Published Sunday, November 8, 2015

Shirley Jean Alexander, 77, of Columbia went to be with the Lord on Friday, Nov. 6, 2015.

Private graveside services will be held at Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Jacksonville.

Shirley was born May 9, 1938, in Springfield to Dillard William and Mary Elizabeth Wilson King. She married John D. Alexander on Dec. 1, 1956, in Walnut Grove, and he survives.

Shirley was a Sunday school and day care teacher for many years and loved the company of children but considered her role as wife and mother the most important gift in her life.

She was a great singer and liked to spend time gardening and growing flowers. She enjoyed the company of her cats when working around the house.

She loved the Lord and her husband and family dearly.

Survivors include her husband, John, of Columbia; her mother, Mary Walls of Springfield; two sons, Steve Alexander and wife Julie of Columbia and Randall Alexander and wife Kathleen of Rocheport; two brothers; five sisters; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by her family.

Online condolences for the family may be left at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.

Diane Davis Acuff, 81, St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, November 7, 2015.

She was born January 14, 1934, in Homewood, Ala.

Diane received her Associate of Arts Degree in fashion design from Stephens College in Columbia, Mo., in 1953.

Diane married R. Philip Acuff on July 19, 1955.

Mrs. Acuff was a certified scuba diver and had soloed from the right seat of a single engine aircraft.

She enjoyed making ladies hats, tole painting, needlepoint, smocking and taught classes in silk flower manufacturing.

Diane also loved fishing with friends and family at the family fishing camp on Great Slave Lake in Canadas, Northwest Territories.

She was also a duck-hunting observer, enjoyed travelling to every continent and adored her grandchildren.

She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Junior League, LUBA, Missouri State Medical Association Alliance, Allied Arts Council, former Sweet Adeline, Lifetime Sponsor of Ducks Unlimited and formerly a member of the PEO Chapter EE.

While attending the University of Missouri, she was a member of Delta Delta Delta Social Sorority.

Diane and her husband are long-time members of the Alexis de Tocqueville Society of the United Way of Greater St. Joseph. They endowed a professorship in medical research at the School of Medicine of University of Missouri, Columbia and in 1995, dedicated the Acuff Auditorium, also at the School of Medicine, University of Missouri, Columbia. Along with their son, Michael. Diane and her husband established the Acuff handicapped-accessible duck blind at Eagle Bluffs Conservation Area in Boone County, Mo.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Nelson and Mary (Johnson) Davis; and son, Robert Philip Acuff, Jr.
Survivors include husband, R. Philip Acuff, M.D., St. Joseph, Mo.; son, Michael E. Acuff, M.D. (Milly), Columbia, Mo.; grandchildren, Ruth Acuff Mueller, Abigail Diane Acuff, Mary Acuff Leibovich, Robert Davis Acuff, Silas Johnathan Acuff, Nelson Davis Acuff, Susan Danielle Acuff and Sarah Catherine Acuff; six great-grandsons; and one great-granddaughter.

Private Farewell Graveside Services & Interment: Memorial Park Cemetery.

The family will gather with friends 4-6 p.m. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory.

Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the donors choice.

Online guest book and obituary at meierhoffer.com.

Published Thursday, November 12, 2015

Margaret “Peggy” Hegstad, 90, peacefully passed away on Monday, Nov. 9, 2015.

A celebration of life for Peggy will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at New Providence Church, with a luncheon fellowship to follow.

Peggy was born on July 17, 1925, in Elk River, Minn. Her parents were Florence and Goodwin Robbins. She had three sisters. As a child, Peggy sold worms for 5 cents a dozen off of the highway near Elk River. In high school, she watched two children after school and on Saturdays and earned $1.50 a week. She then worked in an ice cream shop until entering nurse’s training in 1943. Peggy always had a desire to be a nurse; her sister Helen was also a nurse. She did her training at Trinity Hospital in Jamestown, N.D. After graduation, she accepted a job as a nurse at the Jamestown Clinic. At noon, Peggy would go across the street to meet friends for lunch; this is where she met her soon to be husband, Kenneth W. Hegstad. They married one year later on Aug. 28, 1948. They ran a store in Dickey, N.D., and owned and ran that general store until they moved to Missouri in 1971. Peggy worked for Ellis Fischel as a surgical nurse and then later as an infection control nurse until she retired. For many years she and Ken were winter birds in Arizona, where they enjoyed a good game of golf, great friends and the warm weather. They owned real estate in Columbia, which they enjoyed in their retirement years as well. Peggy enjoyed a good game of Rummikub and bingo. She loved her Cardinals baseball and her favorite NASCAR guy, Carl Edwards!

Peggy loved her family and loved the Lord. She is survived by two sons, Chris Hegstad of Columbia and Donald Hegstad (Geri) of Hallsville; seven grandchildren, Jennifer Herd (Nick) of Hallsville, Susan Helming (Joe) of Ashland, Brian Hegstad of Columbia, John Hegstad of Columbia, Amanda Hyer of Columbia, Allison Hyer of Columbia and Elizabeth Nelson (Amos) of Mankato, Minn.; and five great-grandchildren, Reagan, Landon, Kelsey, Kathryn and Madison.

Peggy was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Kenneth Hegstad; her daughter Loretta Hegstad; her parents; and two sisters.

Published Friday, November 13, 2015

Clare L. Jensen, 83, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2015.

Visitation will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. at the funeral home.

Clare was born Jan. 15, 1932, to Carl and Bessie Jensen in Adair County, Iowa. He served in the U.S. Army and the National Guard. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Clare is survived by three daughters, Pam Elias (Ken) of Columbia, Susan Kempf (Gene) of Fayette, and Karla Richardson of Columbia; grandchildren, Todd Wells, Angela Elias, Shelby Richardson and Emma Richardson, all of Columbia; one great-grandson, Damien Elias; and brother Wayne Jensen of Winterset, Iowa.

Clare was preceded in death by his parents; and by loving wife, Sophie Jensen, in 2007.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Fraternal Order of Eagles, 2513 N. Stadium Blvd., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

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

Published Sunday, November 15, 2015

Joseph Charles “Butch” Antal, 64, died at home in Ashland on Friday, Nov. 13, 2015, from complications of breast cancer.

Visitation will be from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19. The Columbia Community Band will play at 6:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 20, followed by lunch. All services will be at St. Thomas Moore Newman Center in Columbia.

He was born Nov. 20, 1950, to Joe and Adell (Meyer) Antal in St. Louis.

He received his first trumpet in fourth grade after promising his mother he would stick with it. Butch graduated from Riverview Gardens High School in 1968. Already a professional musician in his teens, Butch played many gigs at nightclubs in the St. Louis area before graduation. He attended Central Missouri State University and earned his bachelor’s degree in music in 1972. In 1968 at CMSU, Butch formed “The Storyville Stompers,” his band for 47 years.

After graduation from CMSU, Butch attended The University of Bonn-Germany on a teaching assistantship to obtain a master’s degree in performance while being affiliated with the Bonn Symphony as utility trumpet. He played first trumpet in “Three Penny Opera” in New York after returning to the United States. He moved to Los Angeles when he had an opportunity to study with trumpeter Claude Gordon and worked as a studio musician with Hanna-Barbera, playing on the soundtrack of various cartoons. Success in the studio led to a stint on “The Sonny & Cher Show” and work as a sideman for artists including Frank Gorshin, Peggy Lee, Nancy Wilson and Henry Mancini.

Realizing that the life of a touring musician was not for him, Butch left Los Angeles and, on the advice of friends, chose to live in Hermann, where he taught band at both public and parochial schools. Moving to Hermann turned out to be an excellent decision for Butch. His backdoor neighbor was Linda Penning, whom he married on Dec. 27, 1980. Together, they moved to Columbia. In 1981, Butch started Columbia Band Instrument Co., which provided instruments and repair services in Missouri for 34 years. In 1981, Butch also started The Columbia Community Band, which continues to be a vital part of Columbia’s musical culture. In 1993, Butch was hired as band director at Columbia Catholic School, where he taught for 17 years. Butch had such a great skill teaching kids, not only the fundamentals of music but life lessons as well. Many of his students continue to study music and are successful musicians in local high schools and colleges across the country.

Butch’s list of accomplishments and concert appearances is quite long, but there was no doubt that his favorite long-term gig was being a husband to Linda; father to his daughter, Katie; and PawPaw to Emma and Lucy.

Butch is survived by his wife of 34 years, Linda (Penning); daughter Katie and her husband, Micah Bolton; granddaughters Emma and Lucy Bolton; and brother Don Antal. Many cousins, nieces and nephews will also miss Butch dearly.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Ron Antal.

He was a skilled craftsman who worked wonders with band instruments for the University of Missouri and Central Methodist University, as well as professional, amateur and student musicians all over the Midwest.

Whether in the audience, on the bandstand, or in everyday life, Butch brought laughter and joy to everyone he encountered. He was not just a colleague, but a loyal friend. He not only saw music clearly, but life too.

His family and friends will miss his talent, laughter, wit, advice, expertise, but most of all his generous nature.

Memorials in Butch’s name are suggested to: Central Methodist University “Friends of the Band Fund,” University of Missouri Bands, or a local band program of your choice.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Sunday, November 22, 2015

Mary Peyton Hubbell Avery, 92, a longtime resident of Columbia, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015, at Lenoir Woods in Columbia.

Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, at the Missouri United Methodist Church Chapel, 204 S. Ninth St., with visitation from noon to 1 p.m. Private family graveside services will be in the Masonic Cemetery in Bunceton.

Mary was born Aug. 8, 1923, in Bunceton to Gideon E. Meeker and Emma Peyton. She was a 1941 graduate of Bunceton High School, and she later graduated from the University of Missouri with a bachelor’s degree in 1946.

She was an instructor of Equestrian Studies at Gulfpark College and Stephens College for many years and was well loved by many of her students. She was a member of the King’s Daughters, American Saddle Horse Show Association and the Boone County Medical Society Auxillary and was on the board at Woodhaven.

She is survived by her husband, Willard Avery; son, George Peyton Hubbell and wife Victoria Pope of Lake Ozark; granddaughters, Alexandra Peyton Hubbell, and Kathrine Farris Mauss and husband Matthew; and three stepdaughters and their families.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society.

Published Sunday, November 22, 2015

Ora Lee Hannibal, 90, of Columbia passed away surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2015, at Boone Landing Senior Living.

Funeral services will be held at noon Saturday, Nov. 28, at Second Missionary Baptist Church in Columbia.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to noon at the church. Services are under the direction of HT May & Son Funeral Home.

Ora Lee Hannibal was born July 21, 1925, in Columbia, the daughter of Luther Connor and Elizabeth Yancey.

Ora Lee was a graduate of Douglass High School. On April 13, 1952, she was united in marriage to James Everett Hannibal Jr., and he preceded her in death on Feb. 2, 1962.

She was a longtime employee of the University of Missouri, working in the Agriculture Economics department until her retirement.

Ora Lee was a devoted member of the Second Missionary Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday School and was a very active member of the Women’s Missionary Society.

Ora Lee leaves to cherish her memory sons Donald (Linda) Connor and James E. (Debbie) Hannibal III, of Columbia; two granddaughters, Lenita Connor of Omaha, Neb., and Brittany Connor of Columbia; one grandson, Adam J. Hannibal of Columbia; her sister-in-law, Juanita Rostice; dear friend Rebecca Colbert; her son-in-law, Charles Billingsley; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and church friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her son Harold Connor; and her daughter, Carol E. Hannibal Billingsley.

Published Sunday, November 29, 2015

Darwin Shern, 91, of Columbia, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015, at Boone Hospital, surrounded by his family.

A graveside service will take place Monday, Nov. 30, at Memorial Park Cemetery in Columbia.

Darwin was born Oct. 5, 1924, to Ethel Beatrice and Jesse F. Shern. He joined the U.S. Army and served in reconnaissance during WWII. He married Maryetta Martz on July 16, 1949, in Salem, Ark.

He was a talented glass glazer for Brady’s Paint and Glass Company, retiring after 35 years. He started his career by joining the Glass Glaziers Union Local 513, and he also was a lifetime member of VFW Post 280. Maryetta and Darwin have been active members of Dripping Springs Christian Church for several years. Darwin loved camping and fishing, often spending winters in Texas along the Rio Grande and summer weekends down at Bennett Spring. He also enjoyed dancing and golfing in his free time.

Darwin is survived by his wife; two daughters, Cheryl (Homer) Allen of Moberly and Linda Whitney of Columbia; sister Colleen Sims of Hallsville; grandchildren, Jodi Conrad of Columbia, Justin (Nancy) Conrad of Columbia, and Kody and Emelie Allen of Huntsville; as well as several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Jesse Shern Jr., Robert Shern and Kenneth Shern; and sister Zeda Teel.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Dripping Spring Christian Church, The American Heart Association or a cancer research foundation of your choice.

Expressions of grief and sympathy can be left online for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.
Published Sunday, November 29, 2015

Mary Alice Frazier, 91, of Columbia went to be with her Lord on Friday, Nov. 27, 2015.

Funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, at Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel, officiated by Pastor Chester Lahmann. Family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until time of services.

Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mary Alice was born Dec. 10, 1923, in Columbia, to David Forrest and Esther Schooler Willett. On March 24, 1946, she married Raymond Lee Frazier, and he preceded her in death. She was a member of Northwood Baptist Church.

She is survived by her granddaughters, Jackie Patterson and husband Bobby of Lee’s Summit, and Jennifer Bach of Columbia; three great-grandchildren, Lauren Grayce Patterson, Hayden John Patterson and Owen Davis Patterson; sister, Lois Cook of Hallsville; son-in-law, John Bach of Columbia; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Raycene Bach; two brothers, Bill Willett and David Willett; and four sisters, Thelma Fowler, Kathryn Durk Hood, Dorothy Davenport and Mildred Elkin.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Northwood Baptist Church, Building Fund, c/o Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel, 1610 N. Garth Ave., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Online condolences and tributes can be shared with the family at www.bachyager.com.

Published Sunday, November 29, 2015

Martha Jo Stephens Toler, 89, passed away peacefully in the presence of her family on Friday, Nov. 27, 2015.

A celebration of life service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, at Calvary Episcopal Church, 123 S. Ninth St., followed by a reception at the church.

Marty was born Oct. 27, 1926, to Clifford and Neleta (Southwell) Stephens in Oklahoma City. She grew up in Shawnee, Okla., with her sister, Ann, where she loved the outdoors, riding horses and playing badminton and became a three-time State Badminton Champion for Oklahoma. She got her love of flying from her father and was one of Oklahoma’s early female pilots.

She graduated from Christian College in 1946 and received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Missouri in 1948, where she was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority and met her future husband Bill. They married in 1948. They began their life together in Kansas City and moved to Columbia in 1959.

Marty loved her family, coaching and tutoring her three sons and attending all their practices and games — and serving as a beautiful and thoughtful hostess to many football game buffets and parties. And she loved her role as ‘Nana’ to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She served on the House Board of the Theta Chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma and also served as treasurer of the sorority’s national board; her work expressed her love for the Kappas.

She also served on the Board of Trustees for Columbia College for many years and saw the college grow and prosper during her time of leadership. She enjoyed the Episcopal Church and encouraged her sons to serve as acolytes, choir members and Sunday school teachers.

Marty’s husband Bill passed away in 1993, after which she reconnected with Bill’s best man, Jerry Thomasson, who attended Hickman High School and MU with Bill. Marty and Jerry fell in love and married in 2001 and were blessed with almost 10 years together before Jerry’s passing in 2010. Marty not only fell in love with Jerry, but also Jerry’s family, who she loved as her own. They split time between their homes in Roseburg, Ore., and Columbia and experienced numerous transcontinental road trips together and wonderful vacations with her children and Jerry’s daughter Tammy, her husband Kurt and their children. They had a fairytale romance, dancing together at midnight, sharing opinions on current events, sporting events and their love of reading. They made each other very happy.

Marty was a very beautiful, caring, thoughtful person, thinking of others before thinking of herself and always making those around her feel cared for and loved. She was a great role model of a loving, giving spirit — much like Shel Silverstein’s The Giving Tree, which one of her son’s dedicated to her as a gift.

Marty is survived by her sister, Ann (Charles) Cottingham; sons, Steve (Sandra) Toler, Ted (Sue) Toler and Scott (Sara) Toler; and seven beloved grandchildren, Matt Toler, Michelle and Heather Hilliard, Courtney (Brian) Austin, Colby and Caroline Toler and Hallie Riutcel; and three beloved great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be sent to The Koller Educational Foundation of Kappa Gamma, c/o Marberry & Eagle CPAs, 414 East Broadway, Suite 200, Columbia, Mo., 65201. This fund offers scholarships to Theta Chapter Kappas.

Memorial donations to The Koller Foundation are tax deductible. Online tributes can be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published by The Des Moines Register, West Des Moines

Stephen Douglas Sears, 68, passed away November 29, 2015. Services will be held Thursday, December 3, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Hamilton's on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, IA. Family will greet friends following the service.

Steve was born November 7, 1947 in Ottumwa, IA to Betty (Smith) and C. Howard Sears, and later adopted by Dal Howard. He graduated from Fort Madison High School in 1966, and in 1970 from NE Missouri State. Steve met Nancy while attending NE Missouri State and they've been married for 48 years. He worked for the DCI, and as a police officer before becoming a Juvenile Court Probation Officer for the State of Iowa Fifth District until his retirement in 2009. Steve enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was a member of the Masonic Lodge #522 in Creston, Iowa. He was a Past Master Mason for the lodge.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy Sears; daughter, Deb (Craig) Miller; son, Dan (Joy) Sears; granddaughter, Sarah Sears; 6 siblings; and numerous nieces and nephews. Stephen was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Dave Sears.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family for distribution to Alzheimer's Research. Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

Published Sunday, December 6, 2015

Dr. Thomas R. Marrero, 79, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2015, at Lenoir Woods with his family by his side.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. with a rosary at 5:15 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, at Memorial Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1115 Locust St. in Columbia.

Dr. Thomas R. Marrero was born May 21, 1936, to Francisco and Luisa (Ornes) Marrero in New York.

His passion for education began growing up in New York City. He is a graduate of the acclaimed Stuyvesant High School. He earned his Bachelor of Science from Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn, masters from Villanova and doctorate from the University of Maryland. Dr. Marrero continually sought to inspire students to set high goals and advance science and engineering to make the world a better place.

Dr. Thomas Marrero joined the University of Missouri Department of Chemical Engineering in 1979, was promoted to associate professor with tenure in 1983 and was raised to the rank of professor in 1997. Marrero has published 35 refereed journal articles, numerous conference presentations, five U.S. patents and four U.S. patent disclosures. His research associated with the NSF-founded Capsule Pipeline Research Center is most notable. He served as faculty advisor for various student organizations and on numerous committees on and off the campus. He was elected Fellow of AIChE, a prestigious recognition in the world’s leading organization for chemical engineering professionals. This month, Dr. Marrero received one of the inaugural Pioneers of Diversity Awards by the AIChE Minority Affairs Committee for his dedication and for his mentorship of Hispanic chemical engineers in AIChE and the profession.

Dr. Marrero traveled to every continent. Notably, he lived in Antarctica for one year with a team of scientists from Martin-Marietta. He flew in a hot air balloon over Turkey, walked the streets of Prague, hiked through the Amazon, floated in the Dead Sea and scaled across the Great Wall of China. Countless other adventures filled his life with excitement.

In his teenage years Thomas was a competitive baseball player. His achievement in the youth leagues of New York earned him a tryout with the New York Yankees. “No luck” he wrote on the letter. But, it proved to be an amazing day to play ball in Yankee Stadium.

Dr. Marrero is survived by his children, Anthony Marrero (Amy) of Missouri, Thomas W. “Tom” Marrero (Kim) of Illinois and Margie Marrero (Chad Motley) of Virginia; grandchildren, Caroline, Nicholas, Tommy, Natalie, Madeline and Brady Marrero and William Motley; three sisters, Carmen Teresa Padilla of New York and Stella Franco and Angela Isola of New Jersey.

Dr. Marrero was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Frank Marrero.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in his name.

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

Published Sunday, December 6, 2015

Peggy Mae Curtright Heifner Hurst, 87, passed away Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015.

Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, at Parker Funeral Service. Burial will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, at Memorial Park Cemetery. A memorial service at 1 p.m. Thursday at First Presbyterian Church, 16 Hitt St., will be followed by an informal reception lunch in the Ramsey Lounge at the church.

Peggy was born Dec. 3, 1928, to Elwood and Madge Cunningham Curtright in Holliday. She attended schools in Holliday, Paris, Mo., and the University of Missouri-Columbia.

In 1950, she married John Heifner, who was the assistant to the commissioner of agriculture for the state of Missouri. He was killed in an auto accident in Ashland on Dec. 7, 1970. Peggy started and ran several Hallmark and self-owned gift shops in Central Missouri for more than 60 years. These included the Coachlights in Jefferson City and Moberly, and in Columbia she had The Country Mouse, Tiger Ceramics and Gifts, Peggy’s Hallmark and Peggy’s Gifts.

She was very active and loved to do and teach ceramics crafting, caring for and raising flowers, bowling, snow skiing in Colorado and Utah, attending Mizzou football, basketball and volleyball games, and playing duplicate bridge. She sang in the choir at First Presbyterian Church in Columbia for more than 37 years and in the Lenoir Chapel Vesper Choir for nearly two years.

She married Robert Hurst in 1975 in Columbia, and he survives. Also surviving are her children, Greg (Debbie) Heifner of Columbia and Shelley (Mark) Lee of Independence; three stepchildren: Debra Hurst of Columbia, Dr. William (Honey) Hurst of Jonesboro, Ark., and David (Keith) Hurst of New York City. Additionally she has six grandchildren: John Heifner of Columbia, Lauren Lee (Adam) Jennings of Kansas City, Rebecca Lee (Isaac) Roberts of Las Vegas, Katie Hurst of Jonesboro, Ark., Dr. Adam (Dr. Mallory) Hurst of Birmingham, Ala., and Sarah Hurst of Little Rock, Ark. She has two great-grandchildren, Jack Wilder Jennings of Kansas City and Margaret Kay Hurst of Birmingham, Ala.; and many other nieces, cousins and friends in Central Missouri. She was preceded in death by her first husband, John Heifner; her parents; brothers Guy and Leo Curtright; and a sister, Mary Phillips.

Memorials in her memory may be given to First Presbyterian Church, 16 Hitt St., Columbia, Mo., 65201, or Coyote Hills Children’s Home, 9501 W. Coyote Hill Road, Harrisburg, Mo., 65256.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Sunday, December 13, 2015

Beth Anne Paige, 53, of Columbia passed away on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015.

Beth was born to Martha Featherstone and Mike Galbreath in Columbia on Dec. 28, 1961. She was a graduate of Rock Bridge High School and went on to attend Missouri State University for her bachelor’s degree in psychology and sociology.

She spent most of her adult career in finance and accounting and was a controller/director of finance at Harcros Chemical in Kansas City. Beth loved spending time with her family and loved animals. She was an avid runner and enjoyed volunteering her time with several organizations.

She was preceded in death by both grandparents.

She is survived by her mother, Martha Featherstone, and stepfather, Glenn Featherstone, of Columbia; her father, Mike Galbreath of Flagstaff, Ariz.; her half brothers, Guy Hulen of Columbia and Mark Featherstone of Columbia; and her half sisters, April Sweezer of Hallsville and Liz Wilkins of Houston, Texas.

There will be no services as Beth was opposed to a traditional memorial. To celebrate Beth and to honor her being an avid animal lover, we request that any gifts or condolences be made in the form of donations to the Central Missouri Humane Society, 616 Big Bear Blvd., Columbia, Mo., 65202, in honor of Beth Anne Paige.

Published Saturday, December 12, 2015

Clara V. “Jenny” Strawn, 91, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Dec. 10, 2015, surrounded by loved ones.

Visitation will be held at 1-2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, at Memorial Funeral Home with the funeral service at 2 p.m. Interment will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 14, 2015, at Memorial Park Cemetery.

She was born in April 18, 1924, in rural Boone County to Clarence E. and Mary E. Brown. She was married to Estell Strawn, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Doris Wright; and her brother, Richard Brown.

Jenny worked in health care for many years, primarily in rehabilitation. She took care of several elderly family members as their health declined and was a devoted caregiver for most of her grandchildren during the summertime, when they were sick, or whenever she was needed. Jenny loved spending time outdoors fishing, picking strawberries and gardening. She was a collector of antiques, dolls and rare trinkets. Jenny was a voracious reader and appreciated literature of all kinds. She was fond of playing games with family, writing poetry and telling stories. Though no amount of time ever feels like enough, Jenny’s family feels blessed to have enjoyed so many years with her.

She is survived and missed by her children, Mary Nelson, Steve Strawn, Shirley Kowalewski and husband Tom; by her grandchildren, April Stariwat and husband Dan, Benjamin Strawn, Jesse Strawn, Samantha Strawn, Aleksy Kowalewski, Ginny Kowalewski and Helena Steele; by her great-grandchildren, Tim Stariwat, Kat Stariwat, Anatahlia Kowalewski and Casper Palmer; and by her great-great-granddaughter, Brielle Stariwat.

Jenny’s family would like to thank the staff of Moberly Regional Medical Center for the wonderful care she received with them in her final days. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research or the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

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

Published Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Donald “Don” Leete Mayse was born in Tulare, Calif., in the spring of 1947, where he lived until his late teens. He then moved with his family to Columbia, where he lived an outstanding life filled with music, friendship, family, business and outdoorsmanship. He fought a hard battle with cancer, and his fight gave him extra years that he cherished. Don’s battle ended Friday, Dec. 11, 2015, in the early morning in his home in Columbia. Family was at his side, and cattle were in the pasture just outside his window.

Services will be held at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, (573) 443–3173. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday Dec. 18, and funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19.

Don was loved by his parents, Joe and Anna Pauline (Paula) Mayse. He had no siblings. Don was married to his adoring wife, Marylou (Turner) Mayse, in June of 1969. They built an outstanding life together and had one child, a son, Brian, in the winter of 1973. Brian and his wife, Jennifer (Purvis) Mayse, established their home in Ashland and gave Don two grandchildren, Makenna and Colten Mayse.

Don attended high school in Yucaipa, Calif., and later graduated with a master’s degree in agriculture from the University of Missouri in Columbia. It was at MU where he met Marylou. He wooed her with dance and song. Apparently, she fell for it. The two of them started their lives in a small yellow house just south of Columbia. They bounced around, moving three times all around the Columbia area, and finally settled in a two-story home in southern Boone County.

Don was a health inspector for a while. It was in this position that he met great people who would soon become lifetime friends. They influenced his life greatly. Don’s business acumen and entrepreneurial spirit led them to many business adventures. Don and Marylou started in real estate and later opened a very small gun shop on what used to be Tandy Ave. Don was then introduced to a business concept that was unfamiliar to him by a dear friend. Don soon discovered his love of the Pawn Store.

Over the course of nearly 40 years, Don and Marylou would build five stores, all located in Missouri. He operated them with love and compassion for the communities they served. In 1992, Don reignited his childhood love of agriculture and established a small beef cattle and hay operation on an 80-acre tract surrounding their southern Boone County home. That little farm grew into what is now Sho-Me Farms, a venture encompassing beef, pork, chickens, hay, row crops, packaged foods and more. Don wanted his products to be unique and be the best available. I’m confident his customers would agree he succeeded. Over the years, there were several business ventures in the mix, Columbia Scuba Center, Squeaky B’s Carwash, Route B Motors, Silver Key Realty, Powderhorn Gun Shop, Evolved Archery and others.

Don loved business and all of the employees that made them run. To his staff: he was eternally grateful for all of your great contributions.

Don had many great loves outside of business. He lived for fishing and hunting trips both near and far. Every spring, you could count on finding him in the turkey woods scratching on an old Latham call. Fall was reserved for pursuing mighty elk. He and his buddies learned repeatedly that elk, despite their size, are extremely elusive. Somehow, however, he seemed to nearly always find success. Crisp mornings in the trout stream were cherished, but his favorite times spent were at Macon. Oak and hickory hardwoods surrounded a small but comfortable cabin that he built with friends and family. Children grew up there and learned life’s lessons. Ground was broken and crops were raised. Once in a while, a whitetail buck would meet his ethical end, but far more were observed and admired than ever harvested.

Don was preceded in death by his father, Joe, in 1985, and his life’s love, Marylou, in 2012.

Don is survived by his loving mother, Paula; his son, Brian; his daughter-in-law, Jennifer; granddaughter, Makenna; grandson, Colten; Marylou’s sister, Kay Adams; Marylou’s mother, Susan Turner; and very dear friend, Mary Lyon.

Don had thousands of wonderful friends whom he adored. However, Mike Sanford, Charlie Hargrove, Mary Lyon and their families were especially dear to him. May peace find them in the days and weeks ahead.

Memorial has an online guest book on their website, www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com, if you can please share your memories.

To benefit young people interested in agriculture, make checks payable to The Don and Marylou Mayse scholarship fund, which is being established, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, Mo., 65202. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution.

Published Friday, December 18, 2015

Maurice Preston Shrum, 56, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Dec. 17, 2015, at Boone Hospital.

Private graveside services will be held. A celebration of life will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 21, at Elks Lodge 594 in Columbia. An Elk’s Ritual Service will be at 7 p.m.

Preston was born May 31, 1959, in St. Peters, the son of Truman and Ella Lancaster Shrum. He married Laura Sapp on Oct. 22, 1983, at Goshen Primitive Baptist Church in Wilton. He worked for Joe Machens Ford as a parts technician. Preston’s pride and joy were his two daughters and four granddaughters. He loved his family dearly.

Preston loved to golf, bowl, play softball and shuffleboard. He also loved to barbecue and was an avid sports fan. He was a member of the Columbia Elks Lodge 594.

Survivors include his wife, Laura; two daughters, Sarah (Joe) Ferling and Kayla (Bryan) Lindsey of Columbia; one brother, John Shrum and wife Lili Vianello; four grandchildren, Ella Leann, Evyn Mechelle, Wade Murray and Preston Brady.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Dwight Fredrich Shrum.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Preston’s name to Columbia Benevolent Organization, 4747 Elk Park Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Arrangements are under the direction of Robinson Funeral Home.

Published Sunday, December 20, 2015

Gerry Roberts, 95, of Columbia passed away Friday, Dec. 18, 2015.

We will gather at 1 p.m. Tuesday Dec. 22, 2015, at Memorial Funeral Home, followed by a graveside service at 2 p.m. at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Gerry was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Mildred Coleman; husband, Mack Roberts, in 2002; seven siblings; and a granddaughter.

Survivors include children, Carolyn Douglas (Earl) of Columbia, Evelyn Harned of Columbia, Allen Roberts (Beth) of Atlanta, Ga., Jan Myers (John) of Columbia, and Jeff Roberts (Phebe) of St. Louis; sister, Alice Coleman-Mitchell (Dennis) of Lee’s Summit; 17 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Huntsdale Baptist Church.

Condolences can be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Thursday, December 24, 2015

Florence “Flo” Turner, 93, known by many as “Granny Turner,” departed this world Monday, Dec. 21, 2015, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, surrounded by those she loved.

A visitation will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 29, with a celebration of life at 3 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home.

Florence was born April 19, 1922, in Woodlandville, the youngest daughter of Homer Lee and Elsie E. Mead Claxton. She spent most of her life in the Columbia area. She worked at several restaurants and truck stops. She also babysat for several years.

She married J.D. Nichols, and together they had one son, Bobbie Nichols. Later, she married the love of her life Mason “Sam” Turner in February 1947 in Columbia, and he preceded her in death on Dec. 25, 1994.

Florence was preceded in death by her husband Sam Turner; her parents; her stepfather, Odell Walton; her two sisters, Lillian Swanson and Margaret Seiberling; and great-grandchild Sammy Bernskoetter.

She is survived by one son, Bobbie (Molly) Nichols of Abilene, Texas; three daughters, Jackie (Will) White and Sammy (Jerry) Porter of Columbia, and Ginny (David) Adair of Prairie Home; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.

Florence enjoyed playing cards, cooking, going to parties and spending time with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed going to ballgames when her grandchildren were playing.

Please write and place personal anecdotes in the basket at the service for the family to read later.

Published Sunday, January 3, 2016

Myron “Mike” Kraff, 83, passed away Saturday, Dec. 26, 2015, at Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital.

There will be no services.

Mike was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., to Martin and Lee Kraff and enlisted in the U.S. Air Force at the age of 18.

He married his wife, Pat Kraff, on Aug. 26, 1961, while on active duty, enjoying their time together stationed at bases in Japan and other areas in the U.S. and abroad. After 26 years of a gratifying career, Mike retired from the USAF as a lieutenant colonel with a Ph.D. and moved to Columbia in 1977. He continued as an assistant professor in health care management at the University of Missouri and went on to become vice president of the Hospital Services Group, an insurance company created by the Missouri Hospital Association in Jefferson City. He retired in 1998, and Mike and Pat continued their passionate pursuit of the arts, travel and education. Mike volunteered at Boone Hospital, the Museum of Art and Archaeology, and the Columbia Public Library.

He is survived by his son, Kevin, and daughter-in-law, Leslie, and their two children, Summer and Forrest. Kevin and his family live in Los Angeles and visit Columbia frequently.

His wife of 50 years, Pat Kraff, and his older son, Michael, preceded him in death.

Mike will be deeply missed by his many friends and family members whose lives he touched with his enthusiasm and compassion. The family wishes to acknowledge and thank Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital and Tiger Place Assisted Living Facility for their compassion and care.

Memorials are to be given to an organization of the donor’s choice.

Condolences may be left at www.gerdesmeyerfh.com or www.parkerfuneralservice.com.

Published Monday, December 28, 2015

Edward J. Metzen, 82, of Columbia passed away Saturday, Dec. 26, 2015, surrounded by his family.

Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 31, at Memorial Funeral Home. Services will be at 11 a.m. Lunch and a committal service will follow, with friends and family sharing memories and stories about Ed.

He was born Feb. 8, 1933, to the late Felix and Margaret Guldan Metzen in New Ulm, Minn. He is survived by his wife, Anita Owens Metzen.

In 1950, he graduated from New Ulm High School, where he was a quarterback on the football team, played basketball and was catcher on the baseball team. His love for all sports endured throughout his life.

He obtained his undergraduate degree in three years from Mankato State University, his master’s degree from the University of Minnesota and doctorate degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia. He taught at Stephens College for eight years and in 1966 he became a faculty member at the University of Missouri. He served as Chair of the Consumer and Family Economics Department, holding this position until his retirement in 2000. He was a well-known and respected leader in his field. During his tenure, he was advisor to many doctoral candidates and received numerous academic awards.

Aside from the joy and pride he had in his professional career, he liked to travel and relished annual family vacations that typically were spent camping out west in the mountains he so dearly loved. His lifelong hobby was breeding and showing Modena pigeons, a hobby he resumed after his retirement. He also enjoyed dancing; a good, cold beer; chocolate; lively music, especially Willie Nelson; and spending time with family.

He is survived by and will be dearly missed and thought of fondly by his wife, Anita; children Greg Metzen (Glennda), Kathy Smithee, Steve Metzen and Melanie West (Kevin); four grandchildren, Heather Smithee, Jeremiah Metzen, Joshua Metzen and Jolene Metzen; two great-grandchildren, Matthew Moher and Athena Stancil; three stepchildren, Pete Barsness (Lori), Kelly Puerling (John) and Lynda Tomaz (Rick); seven step-grandchildren, Brandon Barsness, Erik Barsness, Sammi Puerling Littel (Jason), Jessi Puerling, Danny Puerling, Trevor Tomaz and Ian Tomaz; and two step-great-grandchildren, Devin and Cayden Littel.

The family would like to thank the staff at Parkside Manor and Preferred Hospice for the care extended to Ed and his family.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Voluntary Action Center or any charity of the donor’s choice that reflects his desire for social justice.

Published Saturday, January 2, 2016

Floyd “Bill” Windsor Jr., 93, of Columbia went home to God’s beautiful heaven above on Dec. 30, 2015.

Funeral services will follow a Masonic service that will start at 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 4, 2016, at Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel. Family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the start of the Masonic and funeral services. Burial with full military honors will follow at Fairview Cemetery.

Bill was born on Dec. 18, 1922, in Mineola to Floyd Bell Sr. and Mary Ettie Tate Windsor.

On Dec. 10, 1944, he married Carlie “Connie” Wells at Tyndall Field (now known as Tyndall Air Force Base) in Panama City, Fla., and she survives.

He attended the University of Missouri Engineering School and left to serve his country. He served as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Air Forces, co-piloting a B-24 bomber during World War II. He retired as an iron worker with Local 396 of St. Louis and Local 10 of Kansas City. In his younger days, he was an active Sunday School teacher, special singer with his wife and occasionally filled in at the pulpit. He was currently a member of the Fairview United Methodist Church. He was also a member of Twilight Lodge No. 114, York Rite, Scottish Rite and a male member of the Order of Eastern Star. Our Pop was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Gerold “Jerry” Windsor of Hallsville; a sister, Ada Lee Stockley of Hartford, Ala.; six grandchildren: Pam Windsor, Stacie Windsor Friedrich (John), Debbie Windsor, Col. Jason Scott Windsor (JoEllen), Vecie Windsor, and Jonathan Paul Windsor (Mandi); seven great-grandchildren: Heather, Suzanne, Christine, Josh, Zackary, Nathan and Jonathan, Jr.; and many loving nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Floyd “John” Windsor III and a sister, Irene Akers.

Memorial contributions are suggested to The Salvation Army of Columbia, Oral Roberts Ministries or Samaritan’s Purse, c/o Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel, 1610 N. Garth Ave., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Online condolences and tributes may be shared with the family at www.bachyager.com.

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