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

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






























































































































OBITUARIES COURTESY OF "THE COLUMBIA DAILY TRIBUNE"
Professor emeritus Eugene N. Lane, father of Michael Lane (Class of 1983) and Helen Lane Frye (Class of 1985) passed away Monday, Jan. 1, 2007.

Billy Gene Cross, father of Jeremiah Cross (Class of 1995) passed away Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2006, at University Hospital.

Virginia Gehrke, mother of Jon Gehrke (Class of 1975) passed away Monday, Dec. 25, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Elva Weyand Coats, mother of Norma Jean Lint (Class of 1953) passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2006, in Kansas City.

Mona Mae Hughes, mother of Peggy Forbis, deceased (Class of 1956) and Ronnie Hughes (Class of 1956) passed away Saturday, Dec. 16, 2006, at Callaway Community Hospital in Fulton.

Nancy M. Lewis, mother of Mark Dietzel (Class of 1986) and Marilyn Mavrakis (Class of 1989) passed away Friday, Dec. 15, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Ronald Laurence Gaines, father of Courtney Gaines (Class of 2004) passed away Thursday, Dec. 14, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Charles W. Endecott, father of Rick Endecott (Class of 1967) and Ron Endecott (Class of 1970) passed away Saturday, Dec. 9, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Claire Anne Cucchiari-Loring, daughter of Kate "Kathy" Loring (Class of 1964) died Friday, Dec. 8, 2006.

Nola Hicks Daniel, mother of Katy Ottinger (Class of 1962) and  Mike Daniel (Class of 1965) died Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2006, at Lenoir Healthcare Center in Columbia.

Jennifer Ormiston Lewis, daughter of Bob Ormiston (Class of 1962) passed away Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2006, at University Hospital.

Billie "Bill" Charles Jennings, father of Gina Millsap (Class of 1972) and Allen Jennings (Class of 1975) passed away Monday, Dec. 4, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Bill Q. Officer, father of Steven Officer (Class of 1974) passed away Saturday, Dec. 2, 2006, at Columbia Regional Hospital.

Betty Patrick Daugherty, mother of Janet L. Vaslow (Class of 1967) and David M. Daugherty Jr. (Class of 1969) died Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2006, at her home in Williamsburg, Va.

Harold L. Gordon III, son of Harold L. Gordon, Jr., deceased (Class of 1976) died Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2006, in Slater, Missouri.

Ronald Ross McGlasson, father of Bill McGlasson (Class of 1955) passed away Thursday, Nov. 23, 2006, at West Village Manor in Columbia.

Billie D. Trumbo, father of Jerry Trumbo (Class of 1966), Audrey Hendren (Class of 1966) and John Trumbo (Class of 1977) died Sunday, Nov. 19, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Helen Brown, mother of Kevin Brown (Class of 1981) died Friday, Nov. 17, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

William Lee McKee Sr., father of William McKee Jr. (Class of 1969), Michael McKee (Class of 1975) and Kevin McKee (Class of 1979)passed away Friday, Nov. 17, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Dr. Leland Pfefer father of Amy (Class of 1982), Taz (Class of 1985) and Chad (Class of 1986) died Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2006.

Emmett I. Coleman, father of Steve Coleman (Class of 1975) and Robert Coleman (Class of 1978) died Nov. 17, 2006, at Columbia Manor.

Quata Joy Shelton, mother of Kay Kapp (Class of 1969) and Darrell Shelton (Class of 1971) passed away Friday, Nov. 17, 2006, at Lenoir Woods Health Care Center in Columbia.

LaDon Richard Capron, father of Mark Capron (Class of 1974) died Friday, Nov. 10, 2006, at his residence in Columbia.

Florence Bell Sims, mother of Rose Prewitt (Class of 1954) and  E. B. Sims (Class of 1957) passed away Friday, Nov. 10, 2006, at The Bluffs in Columbia.

Margaret M. Crane, mother of Randy Crane ( Class of 1969) passed away Monday, Nov. 6, 2006, at Ashland Healthcare.

Derek Struckhoff, son of Mark Struckhoff (Class of 1977) passed away Thursday, Nov. 2, 2006.

A.F. Fullington, father of Laura Wolf (Class of 1965), Becky Brockelsby (Class of 1967), JoEllen Rasmussen (Class of 1969), Jon Fullington (Class of 1972), Patricia Bohanon (Class of 1975) and Roy Fullington (Class of 1978) died Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2006, at Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital in Columbia.

Ruby Heleena Ianke, mother of Cliff Ianke (Class of 1970) and Jim Ianke (Class of 1972) passed away Friday, Oct. 27, 2006, at Columbia Regional Hospital.

Floyd Raymond Watson, father of Alan Bryant Watson (Class of 1963) and Elaine Sue Watson Wood (Class of 1967) died Thursday, Oct. 26, 2006, at Maranatha Village in Springfield, Missouri.

Gladys Lorraine Smiley, mother of Ron Smiley (Class of 1964) died Sunday, Oct. 22, 2006, in Wesley Glen, Worthington, Ohio.

Helen Mansfield, mother of Jim Mansfield (Class of 1961), Stephen Mansfield (Class of 1963), Keith Mansfield (Class of 1968) and Kevin Mansfield (Class of 1978)  passed away Friday, Oct. 20, 2006, at her home in Columbia.

Louise Murray, mother of Bobbie Dysart (Class of 1967) and Phillip J. Murray (Class of 1972) died Thursday, Oct. 19, 2006, at her home in Columbia.

Henry C. Wiswall III, father of Jim Wiswall (Class of 1963) died Monday, Oct. 9, 2006.

Sandra "Sandy" Jean Frost, mother of MeLinda Via Schnyder (Class of 1989) passed away Saturday, Oct. 7, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Marilyn M. "Nana" Lister, mother of Andy Lister (Class of 1975) passed away Monday, Oct. 2, 2006, at her home in Columbia.

Marianne Moon Thomas mother of Ellen Dunn (Class of 1958), Dr. Lloyd B. Thoms (Class of 1959), Mimi Link (Class of 1963) and Jeannie Hamdani (Class of 1970) died Saturday, Sept. 30, 2006, at home at Friendship Village in Chesterfield, Missouri.

Beverly Jean Bennett, mother of Cyndi Hall (Class of 1972) and Kevin Bennettt (Class of 1975) passed away Saturday, Sept. 30, 2006, at her home in Columbia.

Lulu Frances Horton mother of Jack Horton (Class of 1951) passed away Thursday, Sept. 28, 2006.

Mary Louise Nolke, mother of Thelma Kay Lazear (Class of 1966) passed away Tuesday, Sept, 26, 2006.

Mascel Agnes Atwell, mother of Stanley Atwell (Class of 1981), Dillard Atwell (Class of 1984), Charles Atwell (Class of 1989) and  John Atwell (Class of 1989) passed away on Sept. 23, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Martin Luther Rice father of Brenda McGaffic (Class of 1971) passed away Sept. 23, 2006.

T’Jean Alonzo Decoven Johnson, son of Hali Burnham (Class of 2003) and Troy Johnson (Class of 2003) died Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Clarence Elmer Koch, father of Sue Schneider (Class of 1965) and Phillip Koch (Class of 1971) passed away on Sept. 20, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Joanne Holm, mother of Michael Holm (Class of 1991) passed away Monday, Sept. 18, 2006.

Joan Marie Onofrio, mother of John Onofrio (Class of 1966), Ed Onofrio (Class of 1969), Lou Onofrio (Class of 1971) and Mike  Onofrio (Class of 1973) passed away Sunday, Sept. 17, 2006.

Bernice G. "Berre" Dysart, mother of Mona Stevenson (Class of 1970) and Janice L. Dysart (Class of 1973) passed away Friday, Sept. 15, 2006, at her home in Columbia.

Joseph Neil Northup, son of Virginia Lee Martin Northup (Class of 1954) passed away Thursday, Sept. 14, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Edward Stewart "Ned" Gibbs, son of Ed Gibbs (Class of 1943) and Kitty Sue Stewart Gibbs, deceased (Class of 1947) passed away Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2006.

Emogene Helen Whitted, mother of Catherine Collins (Class of 1969) passed away Monday, Sept. 11, 2006, at Columbia Regional Hospital.

Campbell Raines Nickerson, daughter of Angela L. Boyce-Nickerson (Class of 1994) began her journey to heaven Thursday, Sept. 7, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Doris Manion Schuermann, mother of Bruce Terrill (Class of  1975) passed away Thursday, Sept. 7, 2006, at Candlelight Lodge in Columbia.

Stacye Michele Brown-Wooden, mother of Natalee Wooden Paige (Class of 1996) passed away Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2006 at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City, Missouri.

Ruth A. Garrett, mother of  Brian Garrett (Class of 1961), Bruce Garrett (Class of 1965) and Ann Coghill (Class of 1969) passed away Thursday, Aug. 31, 2006 at her home in Columbia.

Alfred Benjamin Stephenson, mohter of Blair Stephenson (Class of 1972) and Laura Stephenson (Class of 1975) passed away on Aug. 25, 2006, at University Hospital.

Doris Tune, mother of Rhonda Tune (Class of 1991) passed away Thursday, Aug. 24, 2006, in Maryville, Ill.

Kathleen Ann Marie Hollestelle, mother of Lucinda Scandrett (Class of 1986) and Molly Luebbert (Class of 1988) passed from this life on Monday, Aug. 21, 2006.

Fred Joseph Warywoda, father of Russell Warywoda (Class of 1986) died Sunday, Aug. 20, 2006, at University Hospital.

Henry Dale Palmer, father of Cindy Sees (Class of 1978) and Dale Palmer (Class of 1979) died Sunday, Aug. 20, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Marjorie J. Wilson, wife of Harold Wilson, deceased (Class of 1940) and mother of Gary Wayne Wilson (Class of 1955) and Carolyn Maxwell (Class of 1961) passed away Saturday, Aug. 19, 2006, at The Bluffs.

Marie Kidwell, mother of Nancy Burkett (Class of 1954), Tom Kidwell (Class of 1960) and Janet Crimm (Class of 1962) died Friday, Aug. 18, 2006, at South Hampton Place in Columbia.

John Cochran Newman, father of John Michael Newman (Class of 1973), Terry Scott Newman (Class of 1974) and David Allen Newman (Class of 1976) passed away Thursday, Aug. 17, 2006, while at home.

Thetis Frances Marine, mother of Bill D. Marine (Class of 1954), Richard W. Marine (Class of 1956) and Kay Spitz (Class of 1961) passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2006, at her home in Columbia.

Arthur Marvin Tremaine, father of Linda Tremaine (Class of 1968) passed away Monday, Aug. 14th, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Esther Edwards, mother of Alvin Edwards (Class of 1967), Sharon Durham (Classof 1968), Jean Young (Class of 1969), Colleen Welty (Class of 1970) and George Edwards (Class of 1974) passed away Friday, Aug. 11, 2006, at University Hospital.

Elaine Scheidt Lehr, mother of Cristi and Cyndi (Class of 1975) died Thursday, Aug. 10, 2006 in Columbia.

Dr. B. Rosemary Barrow, mother of Dr. Lon L. Barrow (Class of 1988) and Valerie K. Bridgford (Class of 1992) passed away Friday, Aug. 11, 2006, at University Hospital.

Walter Alvin McFarland, father of Claudia Joan McNeely (Class of 1970) and Lisa Kathryn Wells (Class of 1979) passed away on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2006, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Mexico, Missouri.

Frank John Modica, husband of Freya Freund (Class of 1960) passed away Aug. 8, 2006, at his home.

Leslie O. Watson, father of Jerry Watson (Class of 1965) passed away Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2006, at St. Francis Medical Center in Topeka, Kansas.

Maynard Elbert McGreer, father of Dennis McGreer (Class of 1963) and Jerry McGreer (Class of 1966) died Monday, August 7, 2006.

Catherine Hogan Minor, mother of Anne C. Minor (Class of 1974) and Madge M. Minor Pierce (Class of 1977) died Sunday, Aug. 6, 2006.

Aleen M. Williams, mother of Billy A. Williams (Class of 1975) and Ruth A. Rogers (Class of 1980) died on Thursday, Aug. 3, 2006, at her home in San Marcos, California.

Diane D. Burnham, wife of Jack Burnham (Class of 1947) died Thursday, Aug. 3, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Thomas Eugene Owens, father of Alan Owens (Class of 1977), Karen DeGeal (Class of 1978) and Marcia Rewerts (Class of 1979) was called home to be with his Lord on Monday, July 31, 2006.

Alta Belle McAfee, mother of Larry McAfee (Class of 1964) died July 28, 2006, at The Bluffs.

Karl E. Goebel, father of Bruce Goebel (Class of 1963) and  Karla Huck (Class of 1969) passed away on July 27, 2006 at his home in Columbia.

Thelma Delone Hubbard, mother of Allen Hubbard (Class of 1980) and Rita Kay Witt (Class of 1984) passed away Thursday, July 27, 2006 at Boone Hospital Center.

Cora L. Goslin, mother of Charles E. Goslin Jr. (Class of 1949), Lawrence W. Goslin (Class of 1951) and Gladys L. Wilson (Class of 1960) passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2006, at her daughter’s home in Truesdale.

Paul Mytton McCarthy, father Paul McCarthy (Class of 1983) and James McCarthy (Class of 1987) died Thursday, July 20, 2006 in Columbia.

Julie Ann Wilson, daughter of Mike Wilson (Class of 1963) died Monday, July 17, 2006, at her home in Columbia.

Rodney Boyle, father of Sena Spessard (Class of 1988), Dirk Boyle (Class of 1993) and Quint Boyle (Class of 1997) passed away Sunday, July 16, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Romie Foster Anglen, father of William E. Anglen (Class of 1970) passed away Sunday, July 16, 2006, at West Village Manor in Columbia.

Treva M. Murray, mother of James E. (Carol) Murray (Class of 1960), Charles L. (Jackie) Murray (Class of 1965) and John T. Murray (Class of 1971) passed away Friday, July 14, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Donna Marlene McElfresh Dodge, mother of Peggy Whipple (Class of 1976) passed away Thursday, July 13, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

JoAnn Elizabeth Hartley Phelan, mother of Linda Jo Weiler (Class of 1973) and Jill Ann Hulett (Class of 1982) died Saturday, July 8, 2006, at her home in Columbia.

Ruth Shaffer Lang, wife of Arhtur Lang, deceased (Class of 1934) and mother of Sharon Matzen (Class of 1965) passed away on Sunday July 2, 2006 at Boone Hospital Center.

Marian N. Levitt, mother of Miriam Levitt Smith (Class of 1961) and Natalie Dawson (Class of 1963) died Sunday, July 2, 2006.

Margaret Easley, mother of Alan Easley (Class of 1960) passed away Thursday, June 29, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Barbara Lou Kennedy, mother of Elizabeth Gunn (Class of 1981) passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2006, at University Hospital.

Gary L. Burns, father of Holly Weaver (Class of 1993) and Toni Gallian Wood (Class of 1982) passed away Thursday, June 22, 2006.

Bobbie Jean McBride Burk mother of Jeff Burk (Class of 1974) died Thursday, June 22, 2006.

Berniece E. Abernathy, mother of Mack Abernathy (Class of 1968) died Saturday, June 17, 2006, in Monticello, Fla.

Charles Shelly Weable, father of Michael Weable (Class of 1978), James Weable (Class of 1980) and Thomas Weable (Class of 1982) passed away Sunday, June 18, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Ginny White mother of Craig Bickford (Class of 1982) passed away Friday, June 2, 2006, in the Florida Keys.

Linda Pearl Angell, sister of Patti Sapp (Class of 1960), Gene Angell (Class of 1963), Sue Sapp (Class of 1969) and Jim Angell (Class of 1974) passed away Saturday, June 10, 2006, in Colorado.

George K. Rewerts, father of Michael Rewerts (Class of 1976) and Kevin Rewerts (Class of 1978) passed away Monday, June 12, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Norma Bledsoe, mother of Lona Bledsoe-Baker (Class of 1956) passed away Saturday, June 3, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Boyd Faulkner, father of Leland Faulkner (Class of 1974) died Friday, May 26, at Clover Manor in Auburn, Maine.

The eternal life of Rosemarie Downer Lampton, mother of Emily Monroe (Class of 1991) began Tuesday, May 30, 2006.

Irene Bertha Knigge, mother of Jerry Knigge (Class of 1953) passed away Monday, May 29, 2006, at Columbia Manor.

Archie Leon Sexton, husband of Stella Bernice Smith (Class of 1957) passed away Sunday, May 28, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Jacqueline Ann Bihr, mother of Bob Bihr, deceased (Class of 1965) passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at South Hampton Place.

John Emil Humpf III, father of Linda Calvert (Class of 1967) and  John Humpf (Class of 1969) passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Dennis Lee Cronin father of Harold Cronin (Class of 1992) and Matthew Cronin (Class of 1993) passed away Monday, May 22, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Joy Nelson Oldham Grimes, mother of Judith L. Chambers (Class of 1958) and Mark N. Oldham (Class of 1963) passed away Saturday, May 13, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

C. Roland Leeson, M.D., Ph.D., father of Mark (Class of 1973), Jane Prater (Class of 1973) and Christine Mochel (Class of 1978) died Friday, May 12, 2006, in Venice, Florida.

Barbara L. Spiegel mother of Todd Spiegel (Class of 1970) died Friday, May 12, 2006, at her home in Ellisville, Illinois.

Lila Maxine Doherty Coghill, mother John Coghill (Class of 1965) and  Michael Coghill (Class of 1966) died May 10, 2006, at Jennie Stuart Hospital in Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

Kerry Edward Jones father of Mary E. Atkisson (Class of 1984) passed away Wednesday, May 10, 2006, at St. John’s Regional Health Center in Springfield, Missouri.

Caroline Krembs Leavitt, mother of Dallas Ray Leavitt (Class of 1967) died Tuesday, May 2, 2006.

Margaret Anderson Howell, mother of Donald Herbert Howell (Class of 1981) and Charles Daniel Howell (Class of 1982) passed away Wednesday, May 10, 2006, at her home in Columbia.

Robert Irvin "Dopey" Hane father of Robin Turner (Class of 1972) died peacefully Tuesday, May 9, 2006.

Charles "Poppy" Earl Martie father of Fred E. Martie (Class of 1969) and Norman Creason (Class of 1970) died Tuesday, May 9, 2006, at his home in Ashland.

Traci Michelle Logan, daughter of Ellen Gregory Villars Allen (Class of 1963) died Thursday, May 4, 2006 in Columbia.

Benita W. Weitzel, mother of Cameron Dale Weitzel (Class of 1986) passed away Saturday, May 6, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Alma Lucille Schmidt Turner, mother of Homer Jerome Schmidt, deceased (Class of 1955), Alma F. Anthony (Class of 1956) and Carl L. Schmidt (Class of 1959) passed away Friday, May 5, 2006, at West Village Manor in Columbia.

Donald Dean Sapp, father of Donald W. Sapp (Class of 1976) and Deanna Powers (Class of 1980) passed away Thursday, April 27, 2006, at his home.

Mary M. McElroy, mother of Pam M. Sand (Class of 1968) and Glenn L. McElroy Jr. (Class of 1970) passed away Thursday, April 27, 2006.

Dorothy L. "Dotty" Dickenson, wife of Larry Dickenson (Class of 1965) died Sunday, April 23, 2006, at her home in Columbia.

Charles B. Kent, father of Dennis Kent (Class of 1966) and Lisa Isaacson (Class of 1972) died Tuesday, April 18, 2006, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Mexico, Missouri.

Gloria Ernestine Hood Roden Giller, mother of Randall Maitland Roden (Class of 1964), Danath Roden (Class of 1966), Leighton Hood Roden (Class of 1968) and Leslie Roden-Foreman (Class of 1970) died at home Saturday, April 15, 2006, of cancer in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Gertrude Crum, mother of William Leroy Crum (Class of 1962) and Brenda Kay Crum (Class of 1969) died Friday, April 14, 2006, at West Village Manor.

Charlotte Marie Coleman, mother of Carol Jones (Class of 1961) passed away Friday, April 14, 2006, at Columbia Manor.

Joan "Jo" H. Woods wife of Larry Woods (Class of 1947) and mother of Leslie Creath (Class fo 1973) and Lisa Nelson (Class of 1974) died Monday, April 10, 2006, at home in Columbia.

Robert L. McNamara, father of Joan McNamara (Class of 1960) passed away Friday, April 7, 2006.

Della Mae Turner, mother of Phyllis Johnson (Class of 1960) passed away April 7, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Wanda Mae Keithley, mother of John Keithley (Class of 1961), Bill Keithley (Class of 1965), Sue Fink (Class of 1968) and David Keithley (Class of 1971) passed away Thursday, April 6, 2006, at The Bluffs in Columbia.

Leonard Barton Watkins, father of Karen Watkins-Jackson (Class of 1978), Lenora Watkins (Class of 1989) and grandfather of Amy Watkins (Class of 2001) and Jessica Watkins (Class of 2005) passed away unexpectedly Saturday, April 1, 2006, in Columbia.

Marna Lois Van Coutren, mother of Molly Kiefer (Class of 1966) died Tuesday, March 28, 2006, at the Brian Center in Weaverville, N.C.

Peggy L. Dawson, mother of Genevieve Dawson (Class of 1995) and Stephen Dawson (Class of 2002) died Tuesday, March 21, 2006, at her home in Columbia.

Tom E. Singer, husband of Patty Grant Singer (Class of 1969) passed away Wednesday, March 22, 2006, at his home in Harsburg, Missouri.

L.W. "Woody" Alvis, father of Bob Alvis (Class of 1954) and Glenda Nichols (Class of 1960) passed away Tuesday, March 21, 2006, at Columbia Regional Hospital.

Arthur "Hugh" Denney, father of Charles H. Denney (Class of 1961) and Jo Ann Fisher (Class of 1963)  passed away Sunday, March 19, 2006, in Darlington, S.C.

Grace Hunt Wilhite, wife of Doug Wilhite, deceased (Class of 1933) and mother of Frank Wilhite (Class of 1952) passed away Sunday, March 19, 2006, at University Hospital.

Betty Sue Harpert, mother of Tamera "Tami" Ensor (Class of 1983) and Tracy Harpert (Class of 1986) died Friday, March 17, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Jean Valerie Kelly, mother of Valerie Jean (Class of 1968), Michael James (Class of 1969) and  Marjorie Helene (Class of 1971) died Thursday, March 16, 2006.

Richard "Dick" W. Polk, husband of Linda Allee Polk (Class of 1962) passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2006 at Parkland Health Center in Park Hills, Missouri.

Mildred Fern Bryson, mother of Bobby Bryson (Class of 1963) and Donald Bryson (Class of 1974) passed away Sunday, March 12, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Carl Guy Fritchey, father of Jeanne Coleman (Class of 1983) and Tracey Fritchey (Class of 1986) passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Cletus M. Schwartze, father of Renee Koppenaal (Class of 1986) passed away Sunday, March 12, 2006, at North Kansas City Hospital.

A.G. "Unk" Unklesbay, father of  Kenneth Unklesbay (Class of 1961), Marjorie Unklesbay (Class of 1962), Carolyn Lambert (Class of 1965)and  Allen Unklesbay (Class of 1970) passed away Sunday, March 12, 2006.

Ralph Pfremmer Jr., father of Kathryn Ann Pfremmer (Class of 1978) died Saturday, March 11, 2006, after a long illness.

Billy Joe Hunt, father of Joseph Hunt, deceased (Class of 1977), Michael Hunt (Class of 1978) and Mark Hunt (Class of 1982) passed away Thursday, March 9, 2006, at his home in Rocheport.

Ronald Carney James, father of Susan Elizabeth James (Class of 1996) passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

William Andrew "Dub" Caruthers, brother of Norris Caruthers (Class of 1948) and Marcella Roberts (Class of 1958) passed away Saturday, March 4, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

John Sigurd Strom, father of John H. Strom (Class of 1972), Gary Strom (Class of 1973) and Nora Jablonski (Class of 1974) passed away Thursday, March 2, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

William Lawrence Thomure, father of Linda Sanders (Class of 1975) passed away Thursday, March 2, 2006, at University Hospital.

Edna Laura Reynolds, mother of James L. Reynolds (Class of 1949), Phyllis Sue Hinshaw (Class of 1953) and Jerry Lee Reynolds (Class of 1963) passed away Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2006, at University Hospital.

Barbara Jean Crane, mother of Brenda Sieber (Class of 1973), Michael Crane, deceased (Class of 1976) and Judith Crane (Class of 1978)  passed away Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2006, at The Bluffs.

Annette Jane Keller, mother of Larry Hartmann (Class of 1960) passed away on Friday, Feb. 24, 2006, at University Hospital.

Beulah Mae Sapp, mother of Melva Jo Sanders (Class of 1955) passed away Thursday, Feb. 23, 2006, at The Bluffs.

Floyd N. "Andy" Andrews, father of Reed Bradley, deceased (Class of 1975) and Bryan Kent (Class of 1979) passed away Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Leslie B. Kueck, father of Cindy Kueck Young (Class of 1973) died Thursday, Feb. 16, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Rev. Charles A. Parker, father of Charles "Chuck" Parker, deceased (Class of 1962), Charla Smith (Class of 1969) and Dan Parker (Class of 1973) passed from this life Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2006, at Boone Hospital in Columbia.

Mildred Ray Shrout, mother of Martha Shrout Brown (Class of 1963) and Thomas R. Shrout Jr. (Class of 1966) Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Inez A. Cross, mother of Ronnie Cross (Class of 1967), Luther Cross (Class of 1969), Robert Cross Jr. (Class of 1973) and Nettie Cross (Class of 1975) died Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2006, in Columbia.

Alice Pearl Prince, mother of Bryan Oneal Prince (Class of 1970) and Nellie Aurita Prince Caldwell (Class of 1971) died Monday, Feb. 13, 2006, in Columbia.

Ida Ruth Volmer Fager, mother of Rodney Fager (Class of 1974) and Rhonda Calvert (Class of 1984) passed away Monday, Feb. 13, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Betty Marie Zimmerlin Moore, mother of Kristine Moore (Class of 1971), Mitchell Moore (Class of 1973) and Spencer Moore (Class of 1983) died Saturday, Feb. 11, 2006, at her home in Cfolumbia.

Lucille Keene, mother of Ken Keene (Class of 1959) and Jan Moore (Class of 1963) passed away Monday, Feb. 13, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Wayne Wayland Silvey, father of Curtis Wayne Silvey (Class of 1981) and David Wayland Silvey (Class of 1983) passed away Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Jane F. Murray Henderson, mother of Mary Kohne (Class of 1978), Lisa Signori (Class of 198), Chris Henderson (Class of 1982) and Jean Richards (Class of 1986) also former wife of Richard Henderson, Biology Teacher & Chairman of Science Deptartment at Hickman, passed away Thursday, Jan. 19, 2006, at her home in Hazard, Kentucky.

Leah "Frances" Bailey, mother of Judith Faye Sweatman, deceased (Class of 1958) passed away Monday, Feb. 6, 2006, in Columbia.

Howard "Skip" Jones, father of Paula Weiss (Class of 1967) passed away Saturday, Feb. 4, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

James Herbert Lundsted, father of James A. Lundsted (Class of 1971) and  Nancy Lundsted Backhaus (Class of 1973) passed away peacefully Friday, Feb. 3, 2006, at Lenoir Woods Assisted Living Center.

Harold Edward Nichols, father of Christine M. Nichols (Class of 1982) and William E. Nichols (Class of 1988) passed away Monday, Jan. 30, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Russell Mac Smith, father of Ronald Smith (Class of 1963), Laura Smith Muir (Class of 1966) and Linda Smith Canestraight (Class of 1970) passed away Saturday, Jan. 28, 2006.

Jeanie Glenn, mother of David Glenn (Class of 1961), Julie Heacock (Class of 1962) and Jeff Glenn (Class of 1965) died Thursday, Jan. 26, 2006, at the home of her son Jeff in Columbia.

Joan Angle Honeycutt, mother of Mark Weldon Honeycutt (Class of 1985) and Kevin Forrest Honeycutt, deceased (Class of 1986) passed away Monday, Jan. 23, 2006, at Lenoir Health Care Center.

Don H. Northway, father of Michelle Northway Ankenman (Class of 1985) passed away Friday, Jan. 20, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Eric Jon Tumbleson, brother of  Elise Sabaski (Class of 1981) and Ellen Dutton (Class of 1986) passed away Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006, at home in Columbia.

Jack V. Stone, father of  Ken Stone (Class of 1960) passed away Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2006, at South Hampton.

Marian S. West, mother of Laurence F. West (Class of 1971) and Lisa Hollenbeck (Class of 1973) passed away Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2005, at Ashland Healthcare Center.

Richard G. Hoft, Ph.D., father of Richard Hoft (Class of 1971), Daniel Hoft (Class of 1973), Tom Hoft (Class of 1975) and Jani Hoft (Class of 1977) passed away at 11:10 a.m. Jan. 1, 2006. 




 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Published Thursday, January 5, 2006

Richard G. Hoft, Ph.D., 79, passed away at 11:10 a.m. Jan. 1, 2006.

Memorial services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 7, at Missouri United Methodist Church in Columbia. An additional memorial service is planned this summer.
Dr. Hoft was professor emeritus of electrical engineering at the University of Missouri-Columbia. He was active in the community for more than 40 years, a tireless mentor to many students, an accomplished professional engineer and author, steadfast member of Missouri United Methodist Church, and a devoted family man.

Dr. Hoft, who most knew as Dick, suffered a massive stroke the evening of Dec. 29 during a holiday gathering of his beloved wife, children and grandchildren. His wife, Merna, remarked: "We just celebrated our 59th wedding anniversary and were surrounded by our loving family." He was 79 years of age and had battled Alzheimer’s disease for 10 years.

Dick was born on Dec. 4, 1926, in Wall Lake, Iowa, and raised on a family farm, complete with an outhouse. He was a devoted son and brother but maintained a steadfast ambition to go to college.

He was the valedictorian of his one-room country school and attended DePauw, Purdue, and then Iowa State universities, where he graduated in 1948 with a bachelor’s degree of science in electrical engineering.

He married his high school sweetheart, Merna Collis, on Dec. 28, 1946.

The couple relocated to Schenectady, N.Y., for the next 15 years, where they started their family while Dick worked at General Electric Co. His professional life centered around the field of power electronics, completing a master’s degree at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and co-authoring the first modern book on power electronics. Among many other significant projects, he helped to develop circuitry for the first nuclear-powered submarine. In his personal life, he was active in First United Methodist Church, local politics and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.

Dick felt compelled to share his knowledge and determined to become a college professor. In 1963, the family moved to Ames, Iowa, where Dick completed his doctorate in electrical engineering in two years. He was immediately hired as an associate professor at MU and promoted to full professor with tenure within three years. He gave 35 years of service to MU and mentored more than 30 graduate students who have gone on to be leaders in their field in industry and academia in the United States and throughout the world, including Europe, Japan, Taiwan, China, Korea and India. He directed an internationally recognized power electronics center, conducted important research, consulted for industry and spent eight years as the editor-in-chief of the IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics. His work in power electronics contributed to the development of IBM computers, electrically powered automobiles and modern mass-transit system trains. He received more than 30 grants and contracts, providing substantial outside funding for his research group. He authored more than 60 technical papers, and his textbooks were translated into three languages. Dr. Thomas Lipo, another editor-in-chief of the IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics and a contemporary of Dick, described Dick as a "towering figure in the early days of power electronics." Among his many professional awards included the first IEEE William E. Newell Award for Outstanding Achievement in Power Electronics in 1977, the Byler Distinguished Professor Award from MU in 1984, the Distinguished Service Award from the IEEE Power Electronics Society in 2000 and the Third Millennium Medal for Outstanding Contributions to the Power Electronics Society in 2000.

Merna reminisced: "We traveled to many different places around the world and were royally treated because of the gratitude and respect held by former students for Dick." One former student from the 1970s called Merna within days of Dick’s death from Japan to offer his condolences and expressed that Dick was "like a father to me."

During his years in Columbia, Dick was an active member of his community and Missouri United Methodist Church. He served as head Boy Scout master for more than eight years. He chaired multiple church-related committees for more than a decade, which ultimately resulted in provision of chaplaincy services for patients in local hospitals. He tirelessly supported the MUMC, serving as high school Sunday school teacher, singing in the choir and sitting on the MUMC Executive Board.

Dick contributed to countless causes and embraced people of all races, nationalities and religious faiths. He was a proud Democrat and, with his wife, Merna, spent much of his retirement years engaged in volunteer work through their church, Kiwanis (Golden K chapter) and at local hospitals and schools. Dick also completed 13 marathons after age 50.

All who knew Dick were touched by his generosity, warm spirit and determination to make the world a better place. He will be greatly missed by family, friends, former students and professional colleagues around the world. All were enriched by their interaction with Dick, and the world benefited from his wonderful life. He is survived by his wife, four children, 10 grandchildren, two brothers and two sisters.

Donations may be made in Dick’s name to Missouri United Methodist Church or to the Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz.org) research initiatives.

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


Published Thursday, January 5, 2006

Marian S. West, 80, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2005, at Ashland Healthcare Center.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 6, at Trinity Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Raymond Massey officiating.

Marian was born March 30, 1925, in Milwaukee to Herbert H. and Ann Petrasek Schueppert.

She married William F. West Jr. on March 24, 1951, and he preceded her in death.

Ms. West graduated from Carroll College in Wisconsin in 1947. She worked in Chicago for several years and moved to Columbia in 1951. She held various administrative positions with MFA Oil, West Junior High School, Hathman Construction and the University of Missouri, from which she retired in 1987. She was an avid supporter of theater and Stephens Playhouse Theater.

Survivors include a son, Laurence F. West and his wife, Sally, of Minneapolis; a daughter, Lisa Hollenbeck and husband Michael of Columbia; two sisters, Marjorie Evans and husband Robert of West Chester, Pa., and Muriel TeSelle of Milwaukee; and four grandchildren, Christopher and Brett Hollenbeck of Columbia and Alex and Eric West of Minneapolis.

Memorials may be given to Stephens Playhouse Theater in care of Stephens College.

Services are under the direction of Parker Funeral Service.


Published Thursday, January 12, 2006

Jack V. Stone, 92, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2006, at South Hampton.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, at Parker Funeral Service, with Dr. Loran McCrary officiating. Visitation will be from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mr. Stone was born Dec. 26, 1913, to John P. and Ethel Stone.

He was the oldest of six children, Velmer Stone, who was killed in Belgium during World War II, Lilburn Stone, Carroll Stone and Joyce Fay Stone, who preceded him in death.

He married Mabel V. Barnes in 1938, and she preceded him in death. He worked for the naval shipyards during World War II, and after the war, he returned to Missouri and opened a restaurant in Mexico, Mo. After two years, he sold the business and joined Columbia Auto Parts, where he worked for 45 years as a salesman until he retired at age 72.

He married Louise Dickerson in the 1970s, and she preceded him in death. He later married Cleo Rowland, who passed away in October 2005.

He is survived by a sister, Lucy A. Sorin of Columbia; his son, Kenneth Stone and his wife, Judy, of Georgetown, Texas; four grandchildren, Aaron Stone, Matthew Stone, George Gibson and Linda Phillips; two great-grandchildren, Graham Phillips and Rachel Walker; and one great-great-granddaughter, Savannah Phillips.

He will be missed.


Published Tuesday, January 17, 2006

Eric Jon Tumbleson, 40, of Columbia passed away Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006, at home.

Memorial services will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, at Memorial Funeral Home, with the Rev. Frank Norman officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at a later date at Mount Nebo Cemetery.

Mr. Tumbleson was born July 14, 1965, in Minneapolis to Mike and Joyce Snow Tumbleson, and they survive.

On May 9, 1992, he married Heidi Mensch at Huntsdale Baptist Church.

Mr. Tumbleson attended Lee Elementary and Jefferson Junior High School in Columbia.

Survivors include his parents, Mike Tumbleson of Tolono, Ill., and Joyce Snow of Columbia; his wife, Heidi; two sisters, Elise Sabaski and husband Jim of Liberty and Ellen Dutton and husband Ricky of Stevensville, Mich.; his grandmother Marie Tumbleson of Fairmont, Minn.; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Walter and Tillie Mensch of Columbia; one niece, Heather Dutton; and one nephew, Brady Dutton.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Boone County Group Homes, in care of Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

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


Published Sunday, January 22, 2006

Don H. Northway, 67, of Columbia passed away Friday, Jan. 20, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23, at Woodcrest Chapel, with the Rev. Tracy Cook and Pieter VanWaarde officiating. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Memorial Funeral Home. Private entombment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.
Mr. Northway was born Oct. 3, 1938, in Willow Springs to Harold A. and Viola Lovan Northway.

On June 12, 1965, he married Wanda Proctor in Columbia. He served with the United States Army. He worked at Shelter Insurance for over 42 years and at the time of retirement was vice president. After his retirement, he volunteered with Score and at Boone Hospital Center. He devoted his energy to these, as he had at Shelter Insurance. Don loved golfing, dancing and was an avid Tigers fan.

Survivors include his mother, of Willow Springs; his wife, of Columbia; a daughter, Michelle Northway Ankenman, his pride and joy, and her husband, Todd; a granddaughter, Katelyn Ankenman, all of Columbia; a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Phyllis and Jerry Stone; a niece, Deana Stone; a nephew, Ryan Stone; and two great-nephews, Damien and Blake Stone; and a wonderful circle of family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Boone Hospital Foundation Center or Fellowship of Christian Athletes, in care of Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Don Northway was a very caring individual. In his own quiet way, he brought joy and comfort to many, regardless of age and stature.

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


Published Tuesday, January 24, 2006

Joan Angle Honeycutt, 66, of Columbia passed away Monday, Jan. 23, 2006, at Lenoir Health Care Center.

A visitation of family and friends will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28, at Memorial Funeral Home. There will be no formal service.

Joan was born May 12, 1939, in Columbus, Ohio, to Forrest Ira and Pauline Asman Angle. She attended Mifflin High School and The Ohio State University, where she received bachelor’s degrees in arts and in education.

For 25 years, she taught speech, drama and English at North Callaway High School in Kingdom City, where she developed a very strong speech and drama competition team and directed numerous dramatic and musical productions. After retirement, continuing her career interests, she became the exuberant floor director of the "Pepper and Friends" program at KOMU-TV in Columbia.

Joan avidly pursued her more recent interest in photography and participated in a number of local exhibitions. She also enjoyed both travel and fishing.

Joan is survived by her son, Mark Weldon Honeycutt of Wildwood; his wife, Heather; and by two grandchildren, Cathryn Carson and Kevin Brooks Honeycutt, "the apples of Grandma’s eyes." Another son, Kevin Forrest Honeycutt, preceded her in death in 1986. Other survivors include her sister, Jean Traikovich of Pataskala, Ohio, and her nephew and niece, Tom Traikovich and Jodie Spangler, both of Ohio.

In lieu of flowers, Joan and her family suggest contributions to the Kevin Honeycutt Memorial Scholarship at Hickman High School. Memorials may be sent payable to that fund to Hickman High School, 1104 N. Providence Road, Columbia, Mo., 65203.

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


Published Friday, January 27, 2006

Jeanie Glenn, 90, died Thursday, Jan. 26, 2006, at the home of her son Jeff, where she was receiving hospice care.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, at Calvary Episcopal Church.

Jean Tiffany Thompson was born Nov. 7, 1915, in Memphis, Mo., to Dr. William Stuart and Ruth Tiffany Thompson. She spent her childhood there, graduating from Memphis High School in 1933.

Jean attended Lindenwood College and graduated from the University of Iowa with a degree in journalism. She was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta.

Following college, Jean worked in St. Louis as a radio advertising copy editor, one of the first females to hold that job.

On May 3, 1942, she married Gene Garner Glenn in Columbia. In 1946 they purchased The Jacqueline Shop, which became Gene Glenn’s Shoes and Sportswear, a Broadway fixture for 30 years.

Her husband Gene suffered a massive stroke in 1967, and she cared for him the remaining 18 years of his life, an amazing example of dedication, loyalty and love. He died in 1985.

In 1991, Jeanie traveled to Costa Rica with the Peace Corps. Impending knee-replacement surgery and the onset of blindness due to macular degeneration made it impossible for her to complete her assignment, but the experience remained a highlight of her senior years.

Jeanie was a member of Calvary Episcopal Church and the Cecile Taylor Circle of King’s Daughters. She had also been active in the Theta alumnae group and the Columbia Panhellenic Council.

Her other interests included bridge, golf, reading, interior design, traveling and spending time with family and friends.

She is survived by three children and their spouses, David and Jan of Chesterfield; Julie Heacock and Steve of Grand Junction, Colo.; and Jeff and Barb of Columbia. She also leaves seven grandchildren, including Andy, David and Katie Glenn of Columbia; and five great-grandchildren, with one more expected in June. She also had numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, her parents and her sister, Patricia Sherwin, died before her.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Cecile Taylor Sheldon Fund, Calvary Episcopal Church or the local branch of the National Federation of the Blind.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Funeral Service.


Published Wednesday, February 1, 2006

Russell Mac Smith, 88, of Columbia passed away Saturday, Jan. 28, 2006.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

He was born Nov. 23, 1917, in LaBelle, one of eight children of William Hugh Smith and Bessie Maude Tyhurst Smith. He attended Gem City Business College in Quincy, Ill., and the University of Missouri-Columbia.

Russell enlisted in the Army and served in the European Theater of Operations during World War II. He married Shirley Elizabeth Fahey of Manchester, Conn., in 1943, and they had three children. He was remarried in 1963 to Charleen Collings of St. Louis. He was the owner of Central Novelty Amusement and Vending Equipment in Columbia for 30 years, and a past member of the Columbia Country Club, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 280 and the Cosmo Breakfast Club.

Preceding him in death were his parents, two brothers, two sisters and his second wife, Charleen.

He is survived by three children, Ronald Smith and wife Linda of Temple Terrace, Fla., Linda Smith Canestraight and husband Mark of Columbia, and Laura Smith Muir and husband Andrew of Kansas City; a stepdaughter, Pamela Brickey of Tarpon Springs, Fla.; five grandchildren, Alexis Petri of Kansas City, Ryan Smith and wife Jennifer of Lutz, Fla., Jason Smith and wife Ralitsa of Cleveland, Sarah Williamson of North Richland, Texas, and Erica Canestraight of Columbia; three great-grandchildren, Jacob Smith, Madelyn Smith and Dima Smith; three sisters, Henrietta Fields of Columbia, Marjorie Cavanaugh of Idaho and Billy Jean Wilhite of Washington; and several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the University of Missouri Senior Care Program through Memorial Funeral Home.


Published Tuesday, January 31, 2006

Harold Edward Nichols, 62, of Columbia passed away Monday, Jan. 30, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, at Robinson Funeral Home, with Elder Wallace Johnson officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Freiden’s Cemetery in Hartsburg.

Harold was born July 11, 1943, in Hartsburg, the son of Owen Edward Nichols and Eula Blanch Blythe Nichols. He married Emma Sue Schneider on Aug. 18, 1963, in Hartsburg.

He was employed with Columbia College in the maintenance department. Harold owned and operated Broadway Conoco service station in Columbia for 20 years. He was a member of the Wings Around Tiger Town camping club.

Survivors include his wife, Emma; one daughter, Christine M. Nichols of Columbia; one son, William E. Nichols of Ashland; two grandchildren, Whitney Nichols and Paige Nichols; and one sister, Mary Helen Bennett of Ashland.

Preceding him in death were his parents; one brother, Leo Nichols; and one sister, Ruby Garrett.

Memorial contributions may be made to Freiden’s Cemetery or the Central Missouri Food Bank Pantry.


Published Saturday, February 4, 2006

James Herbert Lundsted, 88, of Columbia passed away peacefully Friday, Feb. 3, 2006, at Lenoir Woods Assisted Living Center.

There will be a memorial gathering for family and friends at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7, at Mount Moriah & Freeman Chapel, 10507 Holmes Road in Kansas City.

James was born Feb. 27, 1917, in Kansas City to Carl Arthur and Hazel Nona Lundsted. He graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in mechanical engineering and served his country with honor as an electronics officer in the U.S. Navy during World War II.

He was married Oct. 19, 1952, to Mary Mildred Brooks Lundsted in Kansas City. She preceded him in death in 2005 after 53 years of marriage. After discharge from the Navy, James worked for Kansas City Power & Light in Kansas City and later at the Montrose plant near Clinton. He later served as director of municipal utilities in Hannibal and director of the Water and Light Department in Columbia. His final employment was with Black & Veatch consulting engineers and B&V International, where he handled several international consulting assignments. He retired in 1984.

James and Mary lived in various Missouri communities throughout their life, including Kansas City, Clinton, Hannibal and Columbia. In 1979 they moved to Overland Park, Kan., and settled in Lee’s Summit in 1987. James returned to Columbia last fall to be under the loving care of his son.

He is survived by James A. Lundsted and his wife, Julie, of Jefferson City; a daughter, Nancy Lundsted Backhaus of Gillette, Wyo.; and two grandchildren, Jennifer Brooks Backhaus and Jess Patrick Backhaus.

He was also preceded in death by his parents and an infant sister.

James will be fondly remembered as an engineer - first and foremost. He was a planner, a hard worker and admirably fought the disease that finally took his earthly life without complaint. He remained devoted to his wife, Mary, and family in his final weeks. He was the family patriarch in every sense of the word and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Arrangements are by Mount Moriah & Freeman, (816) 942-2004.


Published Monday, February 6, 2006

Howard "Skip" Jones, 81, of Columbia passed away Saturday, Feb. 4, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8, at Memorial Funeral Home, with visitation from 10 a.m. until the time of services at the funeral home. Burial will be Thursday at Bailey Cemetery in Keswick, Iowa.
Mr. Jones was born July 16, 1924, in Adams Township, Keokuk County, Iowa, to Frank Evan and Hazel Marshall Jones.

He graduated from Keswick High School, participating in musicals and choir.

On March 16, 1946, he married Betty Aline Hink in Grinnell, Iowa, and she survives.

For 17 years from 1953, he worked for the Schulze and Burch Biscuit Co. in Chicago, residing in Ottumwa, Iowa; Des Moines, Iowa; Rock Island, Ill.; Chicago; and Fort Wayne, Ind. In 1964, he moved the family to Columbia as branch manager and later sales rep for Sunshine Biscuit Inc. He then worked 15 years for the Wetterau Wholesale Food Co. of St. Louis, retiring in 1985. Skip always enjoyed the camaraderie of his fellow salespeople.

Skip liked golfing with the Lake of the Woods Three-Dollar Golf Club. He was a member of Elks Lodge 594. The annual family vacations to Minnesota were a joy to him for many years.

Survivors also include a daughter, Paula Weiss and her husband, Baltasar, of Hopedale, Ill.

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

Memorial contributions are suggested to Elks Lodge 594 Building Fund, 805 Old Highway 63 N., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

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


Published Tuesday, February 7, 2006

Leah "Frances" Bailey, 91, passed away Monday, Feb. 6, 2006, in Columbia.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mrs. Bailey was born Feb. 3, 1915, in Boone County to Grover and Etha Doughtery Fenton, and they preceded her in death. She married Thomas Eugene Bailey on May 5, 1932, in Columbia. He also preceded her in death.

Many of her hobbies included ceramics, quilting, painting, woodworking and other crafts. She enjoyed traveling, and she was very active in helping her husband on the family farm.

Frances is survived by a daughter, Gerald Colley of Hallsville; one sister, Velda Burton of Boonville; five grandchildren, Ben E. Colley and wife Cindy, Shelia Christy and husband Patrick, Leah Rennick and husband Craig, all of Hallsville, Deborah Faye Gibson and husband Steve, and Vanessa Hughes and husband Bruce, all of Columbia; five great-grandchildren, Ashley Colley, Amanda Tappana and husband Stephen, Tyler and Justin Morris, and Mindy Walker; and one great-great-grandchild, Emma Faye Walker.

She was also preceded in death by one daughter, Judith Faye Sweatman, and two sisters, Mary Alice Bailey and Eliza Lea Werner.

Memorial contributions may be sent to the American Cancer Society, 1900 N. Providence Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

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


Published Wednesday, February 8, 2006

Jane F. Murray Henderson, 73, of Hazard, Ky., formerly of Columbia, passed away Thursday, Jan. 19, 2006, at her home.

A memorial service was held Jan. 23 in Hazard at Mother of Good Counsel Catholic Church. Visitation will be at 9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 10, with a Mass at 10 a.m. at St. David Catholic Church in Arnold. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in St. Louis.

She received a bachelor’s of science degree in electrical engineering from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1981, and she received a juris doctorate from St. Louis University School of Law in 1990.

She moved to Hazard in 1991, where she was a volunteer with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps and worked as staff attorney for the Appalachian Research and Defense Fund of Kentucky (Appalred) in Hazard.

She was active in her parish, Mother of Good Counsel, always lending a hand at every opportunity.

Jane always had a smile and positive attitude. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her children, Mary Kohne and husband Kevin of Arnold, Lisa Signori of Due West, S.C., Chris Henderson and wife Dawn of Voltaire, N.D., and Jean Richards and husband Jeff of Sturgeon; and her 12 grandchildren. Also surviving are the children’s father, Richard Henderson of Hallsville; her sister, Mary Anne Troy and husband Dan of Downer’s Grove, Ill.; and her brother, the Rev. Maurice M. Murray, SJ, of Punta Gorda, Belize.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Church Expansion Fund at Mother of Good Counsel Catholic Community, 329 Poplar St., Hazard, Ky.

Arrangements by Maggard Brothers Funeral Home, 432 E. Main St., Hazard, Ky., 41701.


Published Thursday, February 9, 2006

Wayne Wayland Silvey, 84, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2006, at his home.

Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. before the service.

Mr. Silvey was born Feb. 9, 1921, in South Gifford to James Madison Silvey and Mary Vergie Garlett Silvey.

Mr. Silvey was a dedicated father and husband. He served his country in the Air Force during World War II from 1942 until after the end of the war, delivering supplies to the front-line troops and even behind enemy lines. He was in France after its liberation and served in England before returning to the United States, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in agronomy and agricultural economics from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

He married Helen Wehmeyer Silvey on June 13, 1948, and taught in a government program designed to help Missouri veterans become better farmers. After a successful career in agro-chemicals, Wayne moved to Columbia and earned both his insurance and realtor licenses. After five years, he took a position with the city of Columbia, where he worked until retirement at age 71.

From his memoirs came the following two passages that best describe the good and honest man he was known to be: "On June 13, 1948, Helen Louise Wehmeyer and I were married. This is the best thing that ever happened to me. Helen’s cheerful outlook on life through the years kept me going in the face of disappointments and frustrations working for big corporations." "The other best part of my life has been our children, Connie, Marla, Carol, Curt and Dave. All of them have been successful in each one’s own way, and I am proud and happy to be their father."

Mr. Silvey is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Helen Wehmeyer Silvey of Columbia; daughters Constance Silvey-Simons of Omaha, Neb., Marla Jane Silvey of Chicago and Carol Beth Silvey of Columbia; sons Curtis Wayne Silvey and David Wayland Silvey, both of Columbia; and four grandchildren, Ian Simons and Will Simons, both of Omaha, and David "Andrew" Silvey and Heather Silvey, both of Columbia.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers James, William and Charles; and sister Naomi.

Mr. Silvey will be dearly missed by his family and friends for he was truly a member of America’s greatest generation in every aspect of his life. God bless him and all who surrounded him.

Mr. Silvey was a longtime member of the Downtown Optimist Club. Donations may be made in memory of Mr. Silvey to the Downtown Optimist Club or the charitable organization of your choice.

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


Published Monday, February 13, 2006

Lucille Keene, 86, of Columbia passed away Monday, Feb. 13, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15, at Memorial Funeral Home, with visitation from 10 a.m. until the time of the services.

Lucille was born Nov. 2, 1919, to Robert O. and Mabel Davis. They preceded her in death.

Lucille is survived by one son, Ken Keene and wife Jo of Columbia; one daughter, Jan Moore and husband Bob of Columbia; one sister, Juanita Byland of North Carolina; four grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

Lucille also was preceded in death by her husband, Edmond B. Keene; two brothers; three sisters; and one grandson.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice, in care of Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W., Columbia, Mo., 65202. Tributes can be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Wednesday, February 15, 2006

Betty Marie Zimmerlin Moore, 74, died Saturday, Feb. 11, 2006, at her home at 500 Maplewood Drive after a yearlong battle with a brain tumor.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17, at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Memorial Funeral Home, with chaplain Claudia Svoboda officiating.Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery after the services. A reception at Community United Methodist Church, 3301 W. Broadway, will follow.

Betty was born Jan. 18, 1932, in Elgin, Iowa, to Harriet Mosby Zimmerlin and George V. Zimmerlin. She married Earl J. Moore in 1951. They divorced in 1980, and he died in 1983.

Betty graduated from Duncombe Community High School in Iowa and attended Webster City Junior College in Iowa.

Once married, the Moores raised seven children, residing in Gulfport, Miss.; Oklahoma City; Lincoln, Neb.; Overland; Marshalltown, Iowa; Fairfield, Iowa; Kirkwood; and Creve Coeur before settling in Columbia in 1965.

Betty made many friends along the way, working at Columbia Factory Outlet Store, Kingscourt at the Parkade Plaza, BJ’s Boutique at the Hilton Inn, Prange Intimate Apparel and the U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster office before finally retiring in 1997 after 16 years with Columbia’s Parks and Recreation Department. She also found time to proctor CPA exams, manage the Diamond Council concession stands, work in her son’s law office, care for her ailing mother and open her home to visiting nurses, who rented rooms in her home for more than 20 years.

Betty’s primary focus was her family. Her children and grandchildren carry fond memories of holiday gatherings in Columbia.She was an excellent cook - everything from Chinese to Iowa farm favorites to homemade salsa and jams. Betty enjoyed a variety of arts and crafts, researching family genealogy, making scrapbooks, traveling, fishing and even brief forays into square-dancing and modeling. She was a member of Community United Methodist Church.

Diagnosed with a brain tumor in January 2005, Betty was grateful for a year at home that included visits from family and friends and a fun-filled August trip to San Francisco. She was thankful for the care given by her son Mitch, his wife, Sharon, and son Josh; Monica McGeorge, her home-care nurse; and Sharon’s mother, Sue Pruessner.

Survivors include seven children and their families, Marcia Michael of China Springs, Texas; Justine Slaughter of Denton, Texas; Kristine Moore of Columbia; Mitchell Moore of Columbia; Lindsay Moore of Irving, Texas; Spencer Moore of San Francisco; and Keenan Moore of Corinth, Texas; and six grandchildren.

Survivors also include a sister and a brother. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers.

Memorials are suggested to the American Diabetes Association, www.diabetes.org, or the Brain Tumor Foundation of America, www.braintumor.org.


Published Wednesday, February 15, 2006

Ida Ruth Volmer Fager, 74, of Columbia passed away Monday, Feb. 13, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia with a graveside service in Parsons, Kan., the following week.

She was born Oct. 27, 1931, in Parsons to Edward and Gladys Volmer.

Ida was a loving mother to her family and a skilled, compassionate nurse who dedicated 45 years to caring for others. Her industrious nature resulted in the completion of a variety of hobbies, from gardening to furniture restoration. Always self-sufficient with a passion for life and friends, Ida could be seen trolling auctions and estate sales for that special find, and any person who stood in her way would be in for a challenge. She was loved by many and respected by all. She will be truly missed by all who knew her, but the mark she left on all she touched will live on.

Ida is survived by one son, Rodney, his wife, Randie, and their son, Ryan Fager, of Leawood, Kan.; one daughter, Rhonda, her husband, Tracy, and their two sons, Benjamin and Adam Calvert, of Columbia; four sisters, Lenore Fager, Eileen McAtee, Mary Jo Sevart and Marcena Volmer; and two brothers, Alfred Volmer and Edward Volmer.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Columbia Catholic School, 903 Bernadette Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65203, or the charity of the donor’s choice.

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


Published Thursday, February 16, 2006

Alice Pearl Prince, 75, of Columbia died Monday, Feb. 13, 2006, in Columbia.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, at Sugar Grove Baptist Church, 5400 E. Sugar Grove Road, with the Rev. Raimon Prince officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Warren Funeral Chapel, 12 E. Ash St. Burial will be at Log Providence Cemetery.

She was born March 23, 1930, in Columbia to Jake Smith and Nellie Williams. She married John A. Prince Sr., who preceded her in death.

She graduated from Douglass High School and the University of Missouri School of Nursing.

She was employed at University Hospital for more than 35 years. She was a member of Sugar Grove Baptist Church, American War Mothers and Mount Carmel District Association and worked as a volunteer for Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital.

Survivors include two sons, Bryan Oneal Prince of Columbia and Raimon A. Prince and wife Joynita Prince of Cleveland; one daughter, Nellie Aurita Prince Caldwell and husband the Rev. Carlton Caldwell of St. Louis; and 12 grandchildren.


Published Friday, February 17, 2006

Inez A. Cross, 73, of Columbia died Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2006, in Columbia.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 20, at Warren Funeral Chapel, 12 E. Ash St., with the Rev. Traci Blackmon officiating. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

She was born Aug. 9, 1932, in Columbia to Frank Kee and Mary Smith. She married Robert B. Cross Sr. She graduated from Douglass High School. She was a member of Simpson Chapel A.M.E. Church, where she served as church clerk. She was a nurse at Boone Hospital Center.

Survivors include her husband; four sons, Ronnie Cross of Phoenix, Luther Cross of Kansas City, Robert Cross Jr. of Columbia and Farcellous Cross of Houston; three daughters, Shirley Freelon, Nettie Cross and Elaine Fonville, all of Columbia; 19 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and two sisters. 


Published Wednesday, February 15, 2006

Mildred Ray Shrout, 83, died Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

A memorial service will be held for her at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, at First Christian Church, with Dr. John Yonker officiating. The family will greet friends after the service. The body was cremated. Burial will be private at Salem Cemetery in eastern Jackson County.

Mrs. Shrout was born near Lancaster, Ky., on Nov. 21, 1922.

She went to Buckeye High School in Garrad County, Ky. She was active in 4-H and was grand champion cook of the Commonwealth of Kentucky at the 1940 State Fair.

She went to Spencerian Business School in Louisville, Ky., and then worked for the Production Credit Association.

She earned a bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1961 and a master’s degree in American history from Truman State University in 1971. She added 30 hours of academic credit at various universities, among them the University of Illinois. She taught eighth-grade social studies at Jefferson Junior High School from 1961 to 1969. She taught American history from 1969 to 1984 at Quincy, Ill., High School. During this period, she took a key role in developing the Personal Individualized Education program.

She married Thomas R. Shrout in 1943, and he survives. She was the mother of two children, Martha Shrout Brown of Chicago and Thomas R. Shrout Jr. and wife Debbie of St. Louis. Also surviving are four grandchildren, Lyla Brown of Bristol, England, Nancy Brown of Boston, Rachael Shrout of Los Angeles and Thomas R. Shrout III of St. Louis.

She was a member of First Christian Church and served as deaconess, elder and president of the church board.

She was a member of PEO, former state president of Alpha Delta Kappa and a member of Pi Lambda Theta. She belonged to a number of history associations.

Memorials may be made to First Christian Church or a charity of one’s choice. The family requests no flowers be sent.

Arrangements under the direction of Parker Funeral Service.


Published Thursday, February 16, 2006

Called to his eternal reward, the Rev. Charles A. Parker, 90, of Columbia passed from this life Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2006, at Boone Hospital in Columbia.

The family will receive friends for a visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17, at First Assembly of God Church, 1100 N. Seventh St. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church.

He was born Oct. 1, 1915, in Urbana to Joseph A. and Eva Lina Parker.

On Nov. 2, 1938, he married Mona Belle Miller in Slater, where he pastored the Assembly of God Church for 3½ years.

After a pastorate in Springfield, he and his family moved to Columbia to found and pastor the First Assembly of God Church. He remained pastor of this church for 40 years until his retirement in 1984.

For 39 years, his voice could be heard every Sunday morning on KFRU with his weekly radio broadcast.

During his tenure of ministry, he also served as assistant superintendent of the West Central District Council of the Assemblies of God. As well, he was a sectional presbyter for more than 30 years for these districts.

His survivors include his wife, Mona Belle Parker, of the home; a daughter, Charla Smith of Baton Rouge, La.; a son, Dan Parker of Lenexa, Kan.; 11 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers; two sisters; a daughter, Donna Koelling; and a son, Charles "Chuck" Parker.

Arrangements under the direction of Parker Funeral Service.


Published Friday, February 17, 2006

Leslie B. Kueck, 81, died Thursday, Feb. 16, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.  He was a family man, a businessman and an athlete. He loved his family and friends but, most of all, he loved his Savior.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2201 W. Rollins. Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the church. A brief graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at St Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery in Concordia. The Rev. Kenneth Gerike will officiate.
Mr. Kueck was born Jan. 28, 1925, in Concordia to Ben and Lilly Rehkop Kueck. He served three years in the Air Force during World War II and also held his civilian pilot’s license. He married Marian Schelp on June 15, 1947.

Mr. Kueck began his college education at Texas A&M University, later transferring to the University of Missouri-Columbia, where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. He was a graduate of Purdue University’s management school and subsequently taught insurance-related short courses there.

His professional career was spent in the insurance industry. He retired from Shelter Insurance Cos., where he was vice president of Daniel Boone Underwriters. He served on the board of directors of the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC) and was president of the National Farm Conference of NAMIC. He was president of the Missouri Association of Mutual Insurance Companies and served on the board of directors for many years.

He was a member of Cosmo Club, Lions Club, American Legion and Civic Club and served on organizational boards of directors for the Tri-City Country Club and the Lutheran Good Shepherd Home in Concordia. He also was a volunteer fire chief and active in civic and church endeavors. He was a long-time member of the board of directors of Concordia Bank.

He played high school and college basketball and was a referee certified with the Missouri State High School Athletic Association. He also was a softball player, a bowler, a tennis player, a water skier and a card player. He was an avid golfer and a member of the Columbia Country Club.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Marian; his son and daughter-in-law, Greg Kueck and Michelle Chapman Kueck of Topeka, Kan.; his daughter and son-in-law, Cindy Kueck Young and John Young of Dallas; and his grandchildren, Rachel Kueck and Ryan Kueck, both of Topeka. Also surviving are his sisters, Nadine Gieseke and Fern Haunschild, both of the state of California. He was preceded in death by a son, his parents and a brother.

He was a lifelong active member of the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod. He served as president and elder of Trinity Lutheran Church and taught Bible class.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial donation to Good Shepherd Lutheran School, 2201 W. Rollins, Columbia, Mo., 65203, 445-5878; or to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, Ill., 60601-7633, (800) 272-3900.


Published Wednesday, February 22, 2006

Floyd N. "Andy" Andrews, 79, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 24, at Memorial Funeral Home, with the Rev. Larry Curry officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. A Masonic service will be performed at 10:45 a.m. Friday by the Twilight Lodge No. 114 AF-AM at the funeral home. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. Friday until the time of the service.

He was born May 3, 1926, in Halfway to Fred and Olive Miles Andrews. They preceded him in death.

His trade was as a plumber-pipe fitter.

He served in the Marines during World War II and was a Cub Scout leader at Blue Ridge Elementary School. He served as past master at Twilight Lodge No. 114 AF&AM. Andy also was a member of New Providence Baptist Church.

Andy is survived by his wife, Betty Jean; son, Bryan Kent; two grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.

He was preceded in death by a son, Reed Bradley.

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

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


Published Friday, February 24, 2006

Beulah Mae Sapp, 87, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Feb. 23, 2006, at The Bluffs.

Services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 26, at First Assembly of God Church, with the Rev. Tracy Cook officiating. Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday at the church.

Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Beulah was born Aug. 18, 1918, in Columbia to Denver C. and Bertha Mae Case Willis. She married Charles Turner Sanders in 1934, and he preceded her in death in 1969. She then married Tony S. Sapp in 1983, and he also preceded her in death in 1995.

She lived her entire life in Columbia. She was a nurse for over 20 years, working in all the local hospitals.

She was a member of the Foster Grandparent Program at Shepard Boulevard Elementary School for seven years and received the Golden K Kiwanis Senior Service Award for her work in that program. Beulah was a charter member of First Assembly of God Church, the longest continuous member, was active in the Ladies Ministry, drove the church van for five years and taught Sunday school.

Survivors include a daughter, Melva Jo Sanders of Dixon; two sons, William "Billy" Willis of Overland Park, Kan., and James Willis of Hallsville; four sisters, Bessie Himelright of Frederick, Md., Kathryn Johnson of Glendale, Ariz., Irene Knigge of Columbia and Dorothy F. Burge of Columbia; five grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands; two sons; three brothers, Bud, Alvin and Roy Willis; and one sister, Grace Deason.

Memorials may be given to First Assembly of God Church in Columbia.

Arrangements under the direction of Parker Funeral Service.


Published Sunday, February 26, 2006

Annette Jane Keller, 83, of Columbia passed away on Friday, Feb. 24, 2006, at University Hospital.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Annette was born on Dec. 30, 1922, in East St. Louis, Ill., to John and Mable Dameron Brewer, and they preceded her in death. She was married to Dean Hartmann and also to Phillip Keller, and they both preceded her in death.

Mrs. Keller was a member of Fairview Road Church of Christ in Columbia.

She was also very active in the Senior Center and especially enjoyed exercising at the Activity & Recreation Center.

She is survived by two sons, Larry Hartmann and his wife, Joyce, and John Hartmann, all of Columbia; stepdaughter, Barbara Froman of Belleville, Ill.; seven grandchildren, Debbi Hartmann, Donna Chandler and husband Vince, Terry Hartmann, Larry Isaacs and wife Jeanne, Gina Turner and husband Thomas, Robert Froman and wife Mickey and Phillip Froman; and three great-grandchildren, Dustin Hartmann, Patti Chandler and Austin Isaacs.

She was preceded in death by two sisters, Katherine Cameron and Mable Brewer.

Memorial contributions can be made to Fairview Road Church of Christ, 201 Fairview Road, Columbia, Mo., 65203.

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


Published Wednesday, March 1, 2006

Barbara Jean Crane, 70, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2006, at The Bluffs.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 4, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Barbara was born Dec. 26, 1935, to Ralph and Lorene Winn Knigge in Boone County. On Aug. 15, 1954, she married James Crane, and he preceded her in death.

She was a lifelong resident of Columbia, where she was very involved with her family and she always had a smile for everyone.

Survivors include two daughters, Brenda Sieber and Judith Crane; seven grandchildren, Kimberly, James, Brian, Heidi, Eric, Jesse and Amy; and six great-grandchildren.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and one son, Michael Crane.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association Mid-Missouri Chapter, 1121 Business Loop 70 E., Columbia, Mo., 65201; or Muscular Dystrophy Association, 1900 N. Providence Road, Suite 209, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

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


Published Thursday, March 2, 2006

Edna Laura Reynolds, 95, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2006, at University Hospital.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, March 5, at Memorial Funeral Home, with the Rev. Kathryn Morrison officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with a Rebecca Lodge service at 6:30. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Edna was born April 11, 1910, to Ed and Tinnie Payne Holloway in Boone County.

On Sept. 7, 1929, she married Lewis A. Reynolds in Columbia, and he preceded her in death.

She was a member of Wilkes Boulevard Methodist Church and also a member of Athens Rebecca Lodge No. 383. Edna was a talented seamstress, and she always filled everyone with laughter.

Survivors include four children, James L. Reynolds of Columbia, Margaret Elaine Stone Stueve of Arizona, Phyllis Sue Hinshaw of Columbia and Jerry Lee Reynolds of California; 15 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; seven nieces; and two nephews.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, a grandson, a son-in-law and a daughter-in-law.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society, 1900 N. Providence Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202; or New Voice Club of the University of Missouri-Columbia, in care of Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

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


Published Sunday, March 5, 2006

William Lawrence Thomure, 73, of Columbia passed away Thursday, March 2, 2006, at University Hospital.

Family memorial services will be held at Memorial Funeral Home.

William was born on Aug. 30, 1932, to William L. and Pearl C. Cuddy Thomure in St. Louis. On Oct. 1, 1955, he married Joyce Ann Chapie in St. Louis, and she survives.

He owned Thomure Jewelers for several years and also was a mail courier for the University of Missouri-Columbia Athletic Department for many years. William enjoyed riding his motorcycles and shooting pistols and rifles, and he was an exceptional conversationalist.

Survivors include his wife of Columbia; three daughters, Cathy Thomure of Kansas City; Linda Sanders of Jefferson City; Joann Lockard of Alpharetta, Ga.; one son, Matthew Thomure of Columbia; and four grandchildren, Elizabeth and Adam Sanders, and Jacob and Melanie Lockard.

William was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 30638, Columbia, Mo., 65202, or Callaway Hills Animal Shelter in care of Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

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


Published Friday, March 3, 2006

John Sigurd Strom, 76, of Columbia passed away Thursday, March 2, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, March 6, at Memorial Funeral Home, with visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery.

John was born Sept. 29, 1929, in Frankfort, Mich., to Ellen Stolson and Reggie Strom. On Aug. 2, 1952, he married Carol Heinze in Benzonia, Mich., and she preceded him in death in July 2005.

John moved his family to Columbia in 1962, and he worked for Shelter Insurance as a claims supervisor. John was proud of his years of service with Shelter and the lasting memories and friends he made over the years. John always had a story to entertain an audience. Whether it was about working on the car ferry on Lake Michigan, putting raisins in Raisin Bran, describing his many adventures as a deputy sheriff in Michigan or replaying the latest Mizzou football game, he told it with enthusiasm. Those stories told time and time again will be remembered by loved ones for years to come.

As the patriarch of the Strom family, John ruled with a stern hand and a loving heart. Stubborn and generous, opinionated and protective, above all else a loyal friend, dedicated father and loving husband, John will be greatly missed. As John liked to say, "You can always tell a Norwegian, but you can’t tell him much!"

John leaves behind three children, John H. Strom of Columbia, Gary Strom and his wife, Kay, of Hartsburg, and Nora Jablonski and her husband, Jack, of Wichita, Kan. John will be greatly missed by his 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. John is also survived by his brothers Bernard, Richard and Ole and sister Joan Alpers, all of Michigan.

John also was preceded in death by two brothers, Arnold and Reynold, and three sisters, Adele Sandborg, Elaine Tafelski and Borghild Strom.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Camp Hickory Hill for Diabetic Children, P.O. Box 1942, Columbia, Mo., 65205.

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


Published Monday, March 6, 2006

William Andrew "Dub" Caruthers, 70, of Hallsville passed away Saturday, March 4, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 7, at Nilson Funeral Home, 5611 St. Charles Road, with visitation from 1 to 2 p.m. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

W.A. was born Sept. 7, 1935, to Alva N. and Viola Dodson Caruthers.

He married Eula L. Ray on Jan. 29, 1954, in Columbia, and she survives.

W.A. worked at the University of Missouri, MFA Feed Co., the city of Columbia and Riback Pipe and Steel before starting his own business.

Survivors also include four children, Andrew and Deneise Caruthers and granddaughter Andria, Janet and C.J. Welch and grandsons Isaac and Anthony, all of Columbia, Karen and Danny Hardin and granddaughter Lenze and grandson Jacob, and Lisa and Terry Gunier and grandson Ryan, all of Hallsville; two brothers, Norris and Sue Caruthers and Earl and Mariea Caruthers of Columbia; one sister, Marcella and Bobby Roberts, also of Columbia; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant brother, Madison; and sister Sondra Reynolds.

Memorials may be made to Cancer Research Center, 3501 Berrywood Drive, or Walter Johnson Palliative Care Foundation in care of Boone Hospital Center.


Published Thursday, March 9, 2006

Ronald Carney James, 67, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2006, at his home.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, March 13, at St. Thomas More Newman Center in Columbia. Visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Dr. James was born March 26, 1938, in Jefferson City to Carney David and Eva Satterfield James, and they preceded him in death.

He married Elizabeth Plogsted on Aug. 25, 1962, in Jefferson City, and she survives.

He was a 1956 graduate of Vienna High School, and he obtained a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from the University of Missouri-Rolla. He graduated with his medical doctorate degree from the University of Missouri School of Medicine in 1965 and also obtained his master’s degree in biochemistry in 1963. Ronald completed his residency at the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1968 and served a fellowship in diabetes and endocrinology at the University of Colorado-Denver from 1969 to 1971.

He then joined the MU faculty in 1971 and later entered private practice in diabetes management for 12 years. Later he rejoined the faculty at MU and continued his work there.

He initiated camps for diabetic children in Central Missouri and in the Republic of Georgia in the former Soviet Union.

Dr. James wrote, "Diabetes has been a major inspiration and influence in my life. It prevented me from seeing my older sister who died of diabetic ketoacidosis at the age of 2, before I was born. I was diagnosed with diabetes at age 11 in January 1950. My childhood was very symptomatic but improved greatly when I was in medical school and learned how to manage it. This influenced me to specialize in diabetology as a physician and to attempt to help diabetic children by helping operate camps for them here in Missouri and in the former Soviet Republic of Georgia. A major positive factor in this has been my wife, Betty, who did much to make it possible for me to be involved in the operation of the camps and who never stressed me by complaining about the manner in which I managed my diabetes."

Survivors also include his children, Jason Michael James and Susan Elizabeth James, both of Columbia; his sister, Monna Kathleene James of St. James; and his uncle, Travis James of Rolla.

He was also preceded in death by a sister, Freda Louise James.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Camp Hickory Hill for Diabetic Children, P.O. Box 1945, Columbia, Mo., 65205; or Ronald James Georgian Diabetic Camp, c/o A Call To Serve, P.O. Box 7026, Columbia, Mo., 65205.

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


Published Friday, March 10, 2006

Billy Joe Hunt, 69, of Rocheport passed away Thursday, March 9, 2006, at his home.

Services will be at 3 p.m. Monday, March 13, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Billy Joe was born March 7, 1937, in Boone County to William Angel Hunt and Mary Nancy Hunt. They preceded him in death.

He married Phyllis Harrison on Feb. 14, 1958, in Mexico, Mo., and she survives.

Billy Joe worked as a master bricklayer in Columbia. He also raised tobacco and managed a commercial cattle herd. He loved his family and enjoyed fishing the Missouri River.

Billy Joe is survived by two sons, Mark Hunt and wife Becky of Centralia and Michael Hunt and wife Kara of Rocheport; one brother, Tom Hunt of Rocheport; four sisters, Barbara Roberts of Columbia, Wanda Hartley of Rocheport, Jane Tutt of Columbia and Bessie Rule of Rocheport; five grandchildren, Heather, Zachary, Kelsi, Amber and Dustin Hunt; and many nieces and nephews.

He was also preceded in death by his son Joseph Victor; and four sisters, Glenda, Sue, June and Katherine.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Midway Heights Baptist Church, 6801 W. Rollingwood Blvd., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

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


Richard "Dick" W. Polk, 65, of Park Hills passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2006 at Parkland Health Center. He was born February 9, 1941 at Flat River, Missouri.

Preceded in death by parents, Alvin and Mabell Keay Polk; one son, Christopher Polk and one daughter, Tamara Polk.

Survived by wife, Linda Allee Polk, Park Hills; three children, Stacy (Mrs. Mike Hensley), Farmington, Jana Polk, Park Hills, Richard W. Polk Jr. of the home; one granddaughter, Michaela Hensley, special friends, Keith and Susane Michaels and Sarah, Jonesboro, Arkansas; three brothers, Terry and wife Vicki Polk, Arnold, Rev. Ardell and wife Rose Polk, Rector, Arkansas, Andy and wife Suzanna Polk, Lutz, Florida; two sisters, Marlene Janis, Desloge, Paula, Mrs. Jere Watkins, Knoxville, Tennessee; also nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was a member of Esther Baptist Chruch.

Visitation will be at the Horton-Wampler Funeral Home after 5:00 p.m. Friday. Services for Dick Polk will be Saturday 11:00 a.m. at the Esther Baptist Chruch with Rev Ardell Polk assisted by Rev. Michael Polk. Burial will be at the St. Francois Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society of Diabetes Fund.


Published Tuesday, March 14, 2006

Ralph Pfremmer Jr., 73, died Saturday, March 11, 2006, after a long illness.

Services will be held at noon Wednesday, March 15, at Woodcrest Chapel 2201 W. Nifong, with visitation at 11 a.m.

His parents were Ralph Kendrick Pfremmer and Angie Ward Pfremmer, also longtime residents of Columbia.

Pfremmer was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and served in the Korean War, stationed there in 1952 as a forward weather observer. He returned to Chanute Air Force Base and studied to become a weather forecaster.

Upon his release from the Air Force, he attended the University of Missouri-Columbia. While there, he founded Columbia Loan Co., which later merged with Thrifty Finance and Credit Co., with associate Bill Wallendorf. Thrifty Finance was later sold to Interstate Securities of Kansas City. He earned the nickname "Friendly Ralph" from the classic slapstick TV commercials on KOMU-TV in the late 1960s, in which he appeared with longtime friend Dave Allen of Columbia.

He attended Columbia Public Schools and graduated from Missouri Military Academy in Mexico, Mo. In 1970, he was voted Missouri State Young Democrats president and was selected as the outstanding Missouri young Democrat (the Hinlde Statler Award) in 1969.

He was appointed to the Crime Commission, an ad hoc committee created by then-Mayor Les Proctor in Columbia. He was a board member of the Missouri Capitol Society, a philanthropic organization for the arts in the Capitol in Jefferson City. He was also a board member of the Missouri Consumer Finance Association and past board member of the Columbia Country Club.

He was on the advisory board of the Salvation Army, finance officer of the American Legion Post No. 202, a member of the Lions Club and chairman of the committee for the construction of the Jaycees building. He was also a past member of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce. In 1960, Gov. John Dalton awarded the Missouri license bureau for Boone County to Pfremmer, which later became the office of Thrifty Finance at 16 N. Eighth Street in Columbia.

After a successful career in finance, Pfremmer entered the restaurant industry, opening several businesses with longtime friend and associate William Bratrud of Rochester, Minn.

Pfremmer owned four franchised quick-serve restaurants called Ku Ku Burger out of Kansas, which were later sold and became part of the Hardee’s restaurant chain. He and Bratrud purchased Jack’s Gourmet Restaurant from original Jack’s Coronado Restaurant owner Jack Crouch in the late 1960s and later sold it to then-partners Ken Applegate and Balder Werner.

He opened 2100 West, Mid-Missouri’s first discotheque, known for its ’70s vintage artwork and as a social hotspot, at the Crossroads West Shopping Center in Columbia. He created Phil E. Busters, a local political watering hole in Jefferson City, which became Bones’. Later in his hospitality career, he managed private golf and country clubs in Kansas and Missouri, including Sunset Country Club in St. Louis and Lake Forest Country Club in Lake Saint Louis.

Pfremmer and wife Beverly retired to the Lake of the Ozarks in 1991 to manage ServiceMaster of the Lake. After leaving the restaurant business and before retirement, he was a registered lobbyist in Jefferson City for the Missouri Liquor Retailer Association, founded with longtime friend and associate John Strecker of Columbia.

Pfremmer enjoyed golf and the outdoors in Surprise, Ariz., where he lived before moving back to Columbia in 2003. He was a mentor to many and an entrepreneur, always offering a firm handshake, a friendly smile and sound advice to those he loved. He will be missed.

He is survived by sister Jeanne Jacobson of Scottsdale, Ariz.; son Ralph Pfremmer III of Chesterfield; daughter Kathryn Ann Pfremmer of Columbia; granddaughter Natalie Jane Pfremmer of Chesterfield; and former wife Judith Leon of Torrance, Calif. He has three stepchildren, six stepgrandchildren and many nieces, nephews, friends and extended family.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly Barnhart Pfremmer of Jefferson City; and sister Barbara "Sally" Lamison of Wayne, N.J.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Ralph Pfremmer Endowed Scholarship in Entrepreneurship at Lindenwood University, 209 S. Kingshighway, St. Charles, Mo., 63301.

Arrangements are by Buescher Memorial Home, (573) 636-8163.


Published Tuesday, March 14, 2006

Cletus M. Schwartze, 63, of Parkville passed away Sunday, March 12, 2006, at North Kansas City Hospital.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 15, at McGilley Antioch Chapel in Kansas City. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the chapel.

Burial will be at Forest Hill Cemetery.

Cletus was born Oct. 20, 1943, and raised in Jefferson City.

Local survivors include a daughter, Renee Koppenaal of Columbia.


Published Tuesday, March 14, 2006

A.G. "Unk" Unklesbay, 93, of Columbia passed away Sunday, March 12, 2006.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 16, in McMurray Chapel at Missouri United Methodist Church.

Dr. Unklesbay was born Feb. 11, 1914, in Byesville, Ohio, the son of Howard and Madeline Unklesbay. He grew up in Byesville, graduated from Byesville High School in 1930 and received a bachelor’s degree in geology from Marietta College in Marietta, Ohio, in 1938.

He attended the University of Iowa, where he was awarded a master’s degree in 1940 and a Ph.D. in 1942.

Dr. Unklesbay married Wanda Strauch of Byesville in 1940. During World War II, he worked with the U.S. Geological Survey in the strategic minerals branch and later the Iowa Geological Survey.

After teaching at Colgate University, he moved to Columbia and was employed as professor of geology at the University of Missouri from 1947 to 1966, serving as chairman of the geology department from 1959 to 1966. He was named vice president for administration of the University of Missouri system in 1966 and served in this position until his retirement from the university in 1979. Dr. Unklesbay held the position of executive director of the American Geological Institute in Washington, D.C., from 1979 to 1984.

Upon retiring for the second time, he returned to Columbia, where he continued to work with the geology department.

Dr. Unklesbay was active in the community. He served on the Columbia Public Schools board from 1954 to 1970 and was a member of Kiwanis. Included in the many honors he received are an honorary doctor of science degree granted by Marietta College, Distinguished Service Award by the American Geological Institute, Distinguished Alumnus Award by the University of Iowa and the naming of the A.G. Unklesbay Geological Sciences Library on the Columbia campus.

Survivors include his children, Kenneth and wife Nan Unklesbay of Columbia, Marjorie Unklesbay of Indianapolis, Carolyn and husband Joseph Lambert of State College, Pa., Allen and wife Lisa Unklesbay of Leawood, Kan.; and eight grandchildren.

A.G. Unklesbay was preceded in death by his parents; sister Martha; brothers Paul and Ray; Wanda, his wife of 31 years who died in 1971; and Mary Wheeler Mhyre, his wife of seven years.

"Unk" will be missed by all those whose lives he touched. The family would like to acknowledge the kind compassionate care of the staff at Lenoir at the end of his life.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the A.G. Unklesbay Travel Award Fund or the A.G. Unklesbay Memorial Scholarship Fund, Department of Geological Sciences, University of Missouri-Columbia.

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


Published Wednesday, March 15, 2006

Carl Guy Fritchey, 64, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2006, at his home.

A celebration of his life will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 17, at Kenner Church of God in Hayden with a visitation starting at 10 a.m. Visitation will also be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Ashland Baptist Church in Ashland, with a Masonic service to follow.

Carl was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his family and helping others.

Carl became a resident of Columbia in 1963, and over the years he donated his time and knowledge to too many people to mention. Carl was a member of Masonic Lodge No. 156, Tiger Shrine Club and the Moolah Shriners.

Carl is survived by his wife, Joyce Ann Fritchey; son Tracey Fritchey; daughter Jeanne Coleman and her husband, Rocky Coleman; two grandchildren, Megan Harmon and Cole Fritchey; two brothers, Justin Fritchey and Meril Fritchey; three sisters, Janet Keeling, Linda Wells and Donna Charleston, and their families.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Mossie Fritchey of Dixon; and infant brother and infant sister.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 1131, Fairfax, Va., 22038.

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


Published Thursday, March 16, 2006

Mildred Fern Bryson, 83, of Columbia passed away Sunday, March 12, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services were held at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 16, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial followed at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation was Wednesday at the funeral home.

Mildred was born July 1, 1922, in Boone County to Holice and Lizzie Gillispie Foster, and they preceded her in death. She married Sol Bryson on Jan. 20, 1945, in Columbia, and he also preceded her in death.

Survivors include two sons, Bobby Bryson and his wife, Jean, of Las Vegas, and Donald Bryson and his wife, Roberta, of Centralia; three grandchildren, Jeff Bryson and wife Robyn and Jody Bryson, all of Centralia, and Rob Bryson and wife Sarah of Pensacola, Fla.; and one great-grandson, Matthew Soloman Bryson.

Mildred was also preceded in death by one sister and one brother.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society, 1900 N. Providence Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

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


Published Sunday, March 19, 2006

Jean Valerie Kelly, born July 10, 1926, in Chicago to Helen and Clarence Anderson, died peacefully in her bed the morning of Thursday, March 16, 2006.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 20, at Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. A light lunch will be served after Mass.

Jean was a graduate of Stephens College.

She is survived by her younger brother, Ward "Bud" Anderson; her children, Valerie Jean, Michael James, Marjorie Helene, Matthew Martin, Peter Sherman, Mary Jane, David Bradley and Daniel Blair; as well as many beautiful nieces, nephews and grandchildren.

Jean was preceded in death by her husband, James Valentine Kelly, on May 1, 1985.

As a young woman, Jean was known for her intelligence, wit and love of life.

Much of her later life was a struggle involving heartache seemingly too much for one soul to bear. Throughout it all, she proved her love for her children in innumerable ways. You gave us many gifts, Mom, and we’ve all turned out beautifully as a result. Your example taught us about perseverance, the power of imagination, undying love, amazing grace and the sweetness of protecting the underdog. We are your humbly grateful living legacy. Thank you and bless your soul. We miss you.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be sent to Columbia Art League, 111 S. Ninth St., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

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


Published Sunday, March 19, 2006

Betty Sue Harpert, 67, of Columbia died Friday, March 17, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services, conducted by the Rev. Kenneth Gerike and the Rev. Brian Thieme, will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 21, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2201 W. Rollins Road. Visitation will be two hours prior to the services at the church. Burial will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Red Rock Cemetery.
She was born Oct. 1, 1938, near Harrisburg to Charles O. Cook and Gertie Forbis Cook. She married John Harpert on July 25, 1964, in Columbia. Before retirement, she worked at Butternut Bakery and later at Wal-Mart. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church.

Survivors include her husband, John Harpert of Columbia; two daughters, Tamera "Tami" Ensor and husband Allan of Hallsville and Tracy Harpert of Los Angeles; a brother, Russell Cook of Hallsville; two sisters, Shirley Jean Durk of Hallsville and Donna Coen of Fulton; and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, five brothers and three sisters.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Benton Elementary School, 1410 Hinkson Ave., Columbia, Mo., 65202, in care of Debbie Barksdale, or Good Shepherd Lutheran School, 2201 Rollins Road, Columbia, Mo., 65203, in care of Greg Hasseldahl.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nilson Funeral Home.


Published Thursday, March 23, 2006

Grace Hunt Wilhite, 95, of Columbia passed away Sunday, March 19, 2006, at University Hospital.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 25, at Parker Funeral Service, with the Rev. Scott Andrews officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Mount Nebo Cemetery in Huntsdale.

She was born Jan. 7, 1911, in Boone County to Thomas Alexander and Nancy Anne Grant Hunt.

She married Douglas Wilhite on Aug. 5, 1933, and he preceded her in death.Grace was a lifelong resident of Boone County and the Huntsdale-Rocheport area. She and Doug were farmers and members of Huntsdale Baptist Church.

Survivors include a son, J. Frank Wilhite and wife Carol of Lincoln, Ill.; grandchildren Nancy Harmon, Diane Wyatt, Mark Wilhite and Cathy Wilhite; and great-grandchildren Andrew Harmon, Molly Harmon, Jennifer Wyatt and Jessica Wyatt.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; three brothers, Vic, Bill and Estil Hunt; and eight sisters, Annie Fugit, Marie Ambrose, Brooksie Ashlock, Alma Poe, Louise Coleman, Leola Jacobs, Wilmoth Belcher and Dorothy Roddy.


Published Thursday, March 23, 2006

Arthur "Hugh" Denney, 89, of Columbia passed away Sunday, March 19, 2006, in Darlington, S.C.

Services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, March 25, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Hugh was born Sept. 25, 1916, in Andrew County to Frank and Cora Beatie Denney, and they preceded him in death.

He was married to Ada Ilene Tucker, and she also preceded him in death. On July 11, 1998, he married Dorothy Stamerjohn Cline in Boonville, and she survives.

Mr. Denney was a member of First Christian Church in Columbia and an associate member of the Christian church in Boonville. His wife, Dorothy, is a member of the Christian church in Boonville and an associate member of First Christian Church in Columbia. Hugh was in charge of state schools for the severely handicapped for 29 years. His hobbies included coin collecting, researching genealogy, traveling and participating in music.

Survivors also include his children, Jo Ann Fisher of Florence, S.C., Charles H. Denney of Alabama, Margaret Bell of O’Fallon, Susan Burns of Columbia and Jean Cline of St. Louis; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

He also was preceded in death by one brother and one sister.

Memorial contributions are suggested to First Christian Church, 101 N. Tenth St., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

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


Published Thursday, March 23, 2006

L.W. "Woody" Alvis, 92, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, March 21, 2006, at Columbia Regional Hospital.

Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Friday, March 24, at Memorial Funeral Home, with the Rev. Kathy Morrison.

Woody was born March 30, 1913, to Bert M. and Ima J. Wade Alvis in Columbia. On Feb. 11, 1933, he married Ruby F. Griffin in Columbia, and she survives.

Survivors include his wife, Ruby; two children, Bob Alvis and his wife, Donna, of Boonville and Glenda Nichols and her husband, Bob, of Columbia; six grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and three brothers.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Wilkes Boulevard United Methodist Church, 702 Wilkes Blvd., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

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


Published Thursday, March 23, 2006

Tom E. Singer, 52, of Hartsburg passed away Wednesday, March 22, 2006, at his home after a battle with cancer.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 25, at Robinson Funeral Home, with visitation from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Frieden’s Cemetery in Hartsburg.

Tom was born July 2, 1953, in Jefferson City, the son of Walter A. and Treva E. Edwards Singer. He married Patty L. Grant on March 3, 1973, in Columbia, and she survives. He worked for 3M for 29 years. He then went to work for Creative Stone in the past year. Tom attended Peace United Church of Christ in Hartsburg. He loved his family, the farm, hunting and fishing.

Survivors include his wife, Patty Singer; one son, Jeffrey S. Singer; one daughter and son-in-law, Wendy G. and Chad Glascock, all of Hartsburg; one brother, Jim Singer of Taos; and two sisters, Linda Batye of Columbia and Jane Forck of Ashland.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Treva Singer of Ashland, and one brother, Larry Singer of Meta.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Peace United Church of Christ in Hartsburg.


Published Wednesday, March 29, 2006

Peggy L. Dawson, 56, of Columbia died Tuesday, March 21, 2006, at her home with her family by her side.

Services will be at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 1, at Unity Center of Columbia with the Rev. Kristen Powell officiating.

Peggy was born Jan. 1, 1950, in Reno, Nev., to Virgil and Wanda Braswell Larsen. She married Bill Dawson on Jan. 12, 1974, in Reno, and he survives her of the home.

Peggy was on the faculty in the occupational therapy program at the University of Missouri from 1984 to 1993 and then worked at Boone Hospital Center in the mental health unit for 10 years. She was a member of Unity Center of Columbia.

Other survivors include her mother, of Reno; two sons, Stephen Dawson of Chicago and Joseph Dawson of Columbia; two daughters, Genevieve and Lily Dawson, both of Columbia; and two sisters, Pat Hartman of Sparks, Nev., and Rae Insulman of Ajijic, Mexico. Peggy was preceded in death by her father.

Memorials may be given for an MKT trail park bench in her memory, which may be forwarded to her husband, Bill.

Arrangements are by Kinney Crematory of Columbia.


Published Thursday, March 30, 2006

Marna Lois Van Coutren, known as "Lois" by all her friends, 98, of Mars Hill, N.C., died Tuesday, March 28, 2006, at the Brian Center in Weaverville, N.C.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 1, at St. Eugene Catholic Church, with the Rev. John Schneider officiating.

Mrs. Van Coutren was born Jan. 2, 1908, in Casper, Wyo. She was a longtime resident of Columbia, where she and her late husband, Leo Van Coutren, managed Harzfields, a quality woman’s ready-to-wear clothing store. Before moving to Mars Hill, Lois lived in Chapel Hill, N.C.

Survivors include her daughter, Molly Kiefer and husband Stephan of Raleigh, N.C.; sons Lewis A. "Andy" Van Coutren and wife Mary Anne of Weaverville, N.C., and Stephen D. Van Coutren of Houston; foster daughter Bettie Vowell of Woodbridge, Va.; grandchildren Kevin Leo Van Coutren and wife Renee of Columbia, S.C., Sterling Keith Van Coutren and wife Kaci of Austin, Texas, Kristin Ann Tidwell and husband Marc of Houston, and Marna Kiefer Winter and husband Kenny of Burlington, N.C.; and nine great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to your favorite charity.

West Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 17 Merrimon Ave. in Weaverville, is assisting the family.


Published Sunday, April 2, 2006

Elsie Afton Holman, 81, formerly of Columbia, died Thursday, March 30, 2006, at Claire Bridge Cottage in Valparaiso, Ind.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, April 3, at Memorial Baptist Church in Columbia, with the Rev. Bob Webb officiating. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until time of service on Monday. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery in Columbia.

Elsie Afton (Pat) was born Aug. 6, 1924, in San Saba, Texas, to Walter and Eula Inez Brown. She married Norman Holman of Birch Tree on Aug. 11, 1943, and he preceded her in death in 1997. They moved to Columbia in 1960. She was a homemaker and longstanding member of Memorial Baptist Church in Columbia.

Survivors include a son, Dale Holman of Columbia; a daughter, Mary Afton Rini of Valparaiso; a grandson, Mike Holman of Clinton, Okla.; two granddaughters, Anna Marie Rini and Rosland Rini of Valparaiso; and three great-granddaughters of Clinton.

She was also preceded in death by a brother and sister.

Arrangements are under the direction of Carr Yager Funeral Home in Fayette.


Published Monday, April 3, 2006

Leonard Barton Watkins, 69, of Columbia passed away unexpectedly Saturday, April 1, 2006.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 5, at Community United Methodist Church, 3301 W. Broadway in Columbia, with burial to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W. in Columbia.
Leonard was born to Leonard O. and Helen Grace Mock Watkins on Jan. 13, 1937, near Glenwood. His parents preceded him in death. He married Mary Louise Lewis of Alburnett, Iowa, on March 29, 1958, in Preston, Minn., and they just celebrated their 48 years of marriage together. They enjoyed a life of love together, and he will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Leonard taught school in Iowa for five years before entering the sales field. His sales work with Family Record Plan brought him and his young family to Columbia. He was a salesman for several years with Joe Machens Ford and Cornell Motors. He later moved to the insurance field and represented Reserve National Insurance Co. until he retired. After a few years of retirement, he was enjoying his most recent endeavor as a part-time distribution representative for Maximum Media.

Since moving to Columbia in 1967, Leonard was an active member of Community United Methodist Church, where he volunteered his many talents.

He also was an active participant in the Parkinson’s Support Group and the Caregiver’s Support Group. He was also an active supporter of the VA Choral Ensemble, assisting them in their many activities and traveling with them for many years to their national concert each fall. Among his other interests and activities, Leonard enjoyed cars, history, traveling, Mizzou athletics, a "goofy" sense of humor and supporting the many activities of his family.

Leonard is survived by his three daughters, Karen Watkins-Jackson of Columbia, Kathy Farmer and husband Richard of Columbia and Lenora Watkins of Sturtevant, Wis.; four granddaughters, Amy Watkins, Jessica Watkins, Ashley Farmer and Kaitlyn Farmer, all of Columbia; and one great-grandson, Andrew Watkins, also of Columbia. He is also survived by many nephews, nieces and cousins.

In addition to his parents, Leonard was preceded in death by two sisters, JoAnne Neagle and Barbara Sue Watkins.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, 1250 Hyland Blvd., Suite 4B, Staten Island, N.Y., 10305.

Memorial tributes may be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Friday, April 7, 2006

Wanda Mae Keithley, 84, a longtime resident of Columbia, passed away Thursday, April 6, 2006, at The Bluffs in Columbia, where she had been a resident.

Visitation will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 8, at First Christian Church, 101 N. Tenth St. in Columbia.

A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. at the church. The Rev. Ken Watson will officiate. A private family burial will follow the services.

Wanda was born Feb. 23, 1922, in South Gifford, to William and Aultie Westfall McCollum. On June 15, 1940, Wanda was united in marriage to Paul Keithley, who preceded her in death.

Wanda is survived by a brother, Clifford McCollum of Kansas City; four children, John Keithley and wife Betty of St. Louis, Bill Keithley and wife Bonnie, David Keithley and wife Jan, Sue Fink and husband Jim, all of Columbia; grandchildren Ann Pendergrass of Booneville, Ky., Susan Simmons of Evansville, Ind., Kathleen Stockmann of St. Louis, Robert Keithley of St. Louis, Adam Keithley of Lee’s Summit, Rachel Moore of Lee’s Summit, and Catherine Keithley, Marcy Petersen and Sarah Keithley, all of Columbia.

Besides her husband, Wanda was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Clyde McCollum.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorials be made to First Christian Church.


Published Sunday, April 9, 2006

Della Mae Turner, 88, of Columbia passed away April 7, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, April 10, at Parker Funeral Service, 22 N. Tenth St. Visitation with her family will be one hour before the services. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mrs. Turner was born Aug. 2, 1917, in Boone County, a daughter of Willard Rothwell and Eva Lester Rice Todd.

On May 2, 1941, she married Walter Raymond Turner, and he preceded her in death on April 14, 1992.

Survivors include a daughter, Phyllis Jean and husband Paul Johnson of Columbia; a grandson, Jason and and wife Rachelle Johnson of Las Vegas; a granddaughter, Julie and husband Christian Els of Columbia; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Leon Todd and Willard Todd Jr.; and two sisters, Lorena Black and Blanche Stone.

In lieu of flowers, her family would appreciate memorials to the Research Fund at the Life Sciences Building at the University of Missouri-Columbia.


Published Monday, April 10, 2006

Robert L. McNamara, 97, an emeritus professor at the University of Missouri-Columbia, passed away Friday, April 7, 2006.

There will be no services.

Dr. McNamara was born March 23, 1909, in Hazel, S.D., to Henry and Mary Blocker McNamara. On Aug. 30, 1940, he married Lorraine Friess of Arlington, S.D.

Professor McNamara received bachelor’s and master’s degrees from South Dakota State University in 1931 and 1939. He received a doctorate in sociology from Ohio State University in 1944. His first appointment was to the faculty of Oklahoma State University.

He was appointed to the faculty of the University of Missouri in 1948 and served until 1974. He served as chairman of the departments of rural sociology and sociology. He had international assignments in Thailand, Colombia and Chile. He was awarded an honorary doctorate from South Dakota State in 1977.

He is survived by his wife, Lorraine, of Columbia; his daughter, Joan, of Philadelphia; his son, Robert, and wife Nancy of Frederick, Md.; grandchildren Heather, Shane and Linda; and a great-grandson, Dakota.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Dr. Robert L. McNamara Fund, in care of Department of Rural Sociology, 215 Gentry Hall, University of Missouri, Columbia, Mo., 65211.


Published Monday, April 10, 2006

Joan "Jo" H. Woods of Columbia died Monday, April 10, 2006, at home.

The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Calvary Episcopal Church, 123 S. Ninth St. Following interment, a reception will be held at the home of Dr. and Mrs. William Woods, 5406 W. Tayside Circle.

Jo was born Oct. 9, 1934, in Corbin, Ky., to William J. Hatfield and Josephine Taylor Hatfield. She resided in Oak Ridge, Tenn., where she graduated from Oak Ridge High School. She moved to Columbia to attend Stephens College. After graduation, she married Larry M. Woods on Jan. 2, 1953. Jo and Larry lived in Columbia until 1995, when they retired to Tucson, Ariz. They recently returned to be near their children and grandchildren.

During her lifetime, Jo was an avid golfer and a certified rules official for the United States Golf Association. She was a member of the Episcopal church and involved in many civic activities and was devoted to raising her family. She was a great wife and mother, loved by her family, and will be missed.

She is survived by her husband, Larry, of Columbia; her sister, Jane Bergin, of Baton Rouge, La.; her four children, Leslie Creath, Lisa Nelson, Bill Woods and Matt Woods, all of Columbia; and her 11 grandchildren, Abigail Creath, Tyler Creath, Colin Creath, Benjamin Baeker, Sarah Nelson, Emily Woods, Ashley Woods, Lisa Jo Woods, Wells Woods, Andrew Woods and Alexandra Woods.


Published Sunday, April 16, 2006

Charlotte Marie Coleman, 81, of Harrisburg passed away Friday, April 14, 2006, at Columbia Manor.

Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 18, at Mount Nebo Cemetery.

Charlotte was born June 20, 1924, to John Christy Burks and Mayme May Burns in Boone County.

On Aug. 2, 1943, she married Elmer Coleman in Columbia, and he preceded her in death.

Survivors include a daughter, Carol Jones and husband William E. Jones of Harrisburg; seven grandchildren, Chris Jones and wife Robin of Columbia, William Jones III of Harrisburg, Karen Leigh Jones of Harrisburg, Gary Coleman and wife Jill of Ohio, Samantha Coleman of Jefferson City, Timothy Coleman of Ashland, and Anna Madge Coleman of Ashland; four great-grandchildren, Jesse Jones, Cody Jones and Courtney Jones, all of Columbia, and Taylor Conn of Fulton; and one sister, Rosie Crischfield of Orlando, Fla.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and one son, Jim Coleman.

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


Published Tuesday, April 18, 2006

Gertrude Crum, 90, of Columbia died Friday, April 14, 2006, at West Village Manor.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at Second Baptist Church, 407 E. Broadway, with the Rev. Ray Warren officiating. Burial will be at Mount Celestial Cemetery in McBaine.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Warren Funeral Chapel, 12 E. Ash St.

She was born Nov. 15, 1915, in Boone County to Benjamin Frank Colbert and Barbara Baker Colbert.

She was married to Clarence Crum.

She was a member and deaconess at Mount Celestial Baptist Church, a member of Free Women in Christ and Mount Carmel District Association Women’s Auxiliary.

Survivors include three sons, George Lee Crum, Clarence Harold Crum and William Leroy Crum, all of Columbia; one daughter, Brenda Kay Crum of Columbia; one brother, William Frank Colbert of Columbia; two sisters, Ruth Colbert of St. Louis and Carrie Lou Patrick of Columbia; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren.

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


Published Thursday, April 20, 2006

Gloria Ernestine Hood Roden Giller, 80, of Chapel Hill, N.C., died at home Saturday, April 15, 2006, of cancer.

Services will be at Chalk Mountain Cemetery in Glen Rose, Texas.

Gloria was born Sept. 1, 1925, in San Antonio, Texas, to William Ernest Hood, a pharmacist, and Margaret Morrow Hood, a professional pianist. Raised in San Antonio, Gloria enrolled in Trinity University and earned the Freshman Scholarship Prize for highest grade average. A transferee to the University of Texas-Austin, she belonged to Orange Jackets, Mortar Board, the Campus League of Women Voters and a social sorority. In 1944, her junior year, it was "love at first sight" with a graduating medical student.

Gloria married Jacob Sylvester Roden in 1945. In Midland, Texas, where her husband was in private practice, she served as president of the Doctors Wives Club and president of the League of Women Voters. After her husband became a professor at the University of Missouri-Columbia, she completed a bachelor’s degree cum laude in European history in 1959. Upon Jake’s death in 1960, she finished her master’s degree at MU and joined the history faculty at Stephens College from 1962 to 1970. She was actively involved in Democratic Party politics in Columbia. No one who met her was ever surprised to discover that the first course Gloria developed for Stephens College was "Revolutions in The Modern World."

In 1975, Gloria began a new career as information director for Planned Parenthood in Odessa, Texas, and was promoted to its Phoenix office as director of education in 1979. In 1982, she married Thomas Watkin Giller, who died in 1988. She remained active with the Phoenix Art Museum, the Heard Museum, the Democratic Party and the Arizona Historical Society. In 1997, Gloria moved to Chapel Hill.

Gloria was intellectual and honest, with a keen sense of personal style. Her family adored her beauty and courage.

Survivors include four children, Randall Maitland Roden of Chapel Hill, Danath Roden of Washington, D.C., Leighton Hood Roden of Columbia and Leslie Roden-Foreman of Dallas; a sister, Mary Bassett Nierth of Houston; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Planned Parenthood or the Alzheimer’s Association.


Published Friday, April 21, 2006

Charles B. Kent, 90, died Tuesday, April 18, 2006, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Mexico, Mo.

Visitation will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at Memorial Funeral Home, with memorial service following at 4:30 p.m. A private burial will take place at Locust Grove Baptist Cemetery.

Charles was born May 11, 1915, on a farm near Sturgeon, the eighth of 12 children born to George and Mary Kent.

He graduated from Sturgeon High School in 1933, attended business college in Chillicothe and served in the Army in World War II.

He married Loretta Mathis in 1944, and she passed away in 2004. They settled in Columbia, where Charles worked for MFA Oil Co. for 35 years as an auditor.

He was a member of First Baptist Church of Columbia, the American Legion and the Masonic Lodge and was the secretary of Locust Grove Baptist Cemetery Association from its inception.

He is survived by two brothers and by two children, Dennis Kent and Lisa Isaacson, both of Columbia; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions can be sent to Locust Grove Baptist Cemetery Association, 1805 Burlington St., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

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


Published Tuesday, April 25, 2006

Dorothy L. "Dotty" Dickenson, 56, of Columbia died Sunday, April 23, 2006, at her home.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 26, at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church in Mokane. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Debo Funeral Home in Fulton. Burial will be at Mokane Cemetery.

Surviving are her husband, Larry Dickenson of Columbia; her son, James Thomas Dickenson of Ashland; one sister; and three brothers.


Published Friday, April 28, 2006

Mary M. McElroy, 83, of Columbia passed away Thursday, April 27, 2006.

Services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 30, at Memorial Funeral Home with the Rev. Jim Bryan officiating. Visitation will be held from 2 p.m. until the time of service. Entombment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mary was born March 12, 1923, to Thomas B. and Lena Williams Moore in Benton, Ill. On May 13, 1947, she married Glenn L. McElroy, M.D., in San Francisco, Calif., and he preceded her in death.

She graduated with a RN diploma from St. Luke’s program in St. Louis. She moved to Columbia in 1950 with her husband, and she was one of the founders of Columbia Regional Hospital Volunteer Organization. She also established the Columbia Regional Hospital Gift Shop, a portion of the profits from which go to the Mary McElroy Nursing Scholarship that is awarded annually to a deserving nursing student. Glenn and Mary were significant contributors to many charities and programs in Columbia and the surrounding area. Together they made possible the Glenn L. McElroy, M.D., Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Center for the Athletic Department at the University of Missouri. They also made substantial contributions to Central Methodist College, the YouZeum and many other worthwhile causes.

Survivors include a daughter, Pam M. Sand of Alachua, Fla.; a son, Glenn L. McElroy Jr. of Columbia; an aunt, Helen Allee of Mattoon, Ill.; five grandchildren, Robyn Sand McIntire, Robert Sand Jr. and Kelli Sand, all of Alachua, Erin McElroy of Calabasas, Calif., and Ryan McElroy of Columbia; and two great-grandchildren, Christopher David McIntire and Savannah Rose McIntire of Alachua.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests friends to consider making contributions to the YouZeum, P.O. Box 309, Columbia, Mo., 65205; or the Mary McElroy Nursing Scholarship Fund, Attn: Kay Perry, 404 Keene St., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

Online guestbook may be signed at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Saturday, April 29, 2006

Donald Dean Sapp, 71, of Rocky Mount passed away Thursday, April 27, 2006, at his home.

Services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 30, at Parker Funeral Service, with the Rev. Randall Bunch officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. A private burial will be held on Monday.

Mr. Sapp was born Aug. 12, 1934, in Boone County to Clifton O. and Margaret Ella Turner Sapp. He married Shirley Sue Teel almost 50 years ago on July 14, 1956, and she survives.

He graduated from Sturgeon High School. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Eldon, the Eagles Lodge in Columbia and the Lions Club in Rocky Mount. He worked for Interstate Bakery for 31 years before retiring in 1994. After retirement he was a driver for several area car dealers.

Mr. Sapp moved from Columbia to Lake of the Ozarks five years ago.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley, of Rocky Mount; a son, Donald W. Sapp and wife Beth of Burke, Va.; a daughter, Deanna Powers and husband Mike of Columbia; and four grandchildren, Jack and Brooke Powers of Columbia, and Will and Emma Sapp of Burke.

He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Family Life Center, in care of First Baptist Church, 209 Aurora St., Eldon, Mo., 65026, or Sturgeon High School, 210 Patton St., Attn: Boonie, Sturgeon, Mo., 65284.

Memorials may be left online at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Sunday, May 7, 2006

Alma Lucille Turner, 86, a lifelong resident of Columbia, passed away Friday, May 5, 2006, at West Village Manor.

Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Monday, May 8, at Memorial Park Cemetery, with Chaplain David Lundstrom of Preferred Hospice officiating.

Mrs. Turner was born June 7, 1919, to Clarence Basil and Lola Clay Ausburn.

From 1937 to 1962, she was married to Homer Schmidt. In 1972, she married Sidney R. Turner, and he preceded her in death in 2000.

Mrs. Turner is survived by a son, Carl L. Schmidt and wife Pat of Augusta, Ga., and daughter Alma F. Anthony of Columbia. Also surviving are three grandsons, David Katz and wife Jacqueline of Hallsville, Michael Katz and wife Tammy of Moberly and Jay Schmidt and wife Tina of Lee’s Summit, and one granddaughter, LaFonda Schmidt of Higbee. She is also survived by one sister, E. Irene Mabrey of Columbia, and a brother, Russell L. Ausburn of Columbia; eight great-grandchildren, Nathaniel Katz, Brandon Katz, Kayla Katz, Dakota Shatley, Shelby Salzman, Brandon Schmidt, Brittany Schmidt and Brianna Schmidt; and several nieces and nephews.

One son, Homer Jerome Schmidt, preceded her in death.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Preferred Hospice, 1900 Providence Road, Suite 311, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

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


Published Monday, May 8, 2006

Benita W. Weitzel, 72, of Columbia passed away Saturday, May 6, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 11, at Parker Funeral Service with the Rev. Michael White officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Benita was born June 10, 1933, in Lamar to Bennett Raymond and Katherine Hattie Kraettly Wood. She married Noble "Dale" Weitzel on Aug. 23, 1958, in St. Louis, and he preceded her in death.

She graduated from Soldan High School in St. Louis, Drury College in Springfield and earned her master’s degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

She was a member and volunteer at Columbia Entertainment Center, Shady Lady Doll Making Club, Missouri Symphony Society, Alpha Phi Alumni, Red Hat Club and Dudes and Dames Square Dance Club. She volunteered with the Hot Air Balloon Festival.

She was an avid bridge player and fabric artist.

Survivors include a son, Cameron Dale Weitzel of Santa Cruz, Calif.; a daughter, Katherine Lee Weitzel of Columbia; a brother and sister-in-law, Ralph and Patti Eaves of Bonne Terre; a sister, Phyllis Ritter of Benicia, Calif.; a granddaughter, Monica Henson of Columbia; and a great-granddaughter, Destinee Deener of Columbia.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and a sister, Carol Gaddes.

Memorials may be given to Best Friends Animal Society, 5001 Angel Canyon Road, Kanab, Utah, 84741; or Cancer Research Center in Columbia.


Published Monday, May 8, 2006

Traci Michelle Logan, 38, of Columbia died Thursday, May 4, 2006.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 10, at Second Baptist Church, 407 E. Broadway, with the Rev. Cecil Logan III officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Warren Funeral Chapel, 12 E. Ash St. Burial will be at Log Providence Baptist Church Cemetery.

She was born July 2, 1967, in St. Louis to Ronald Villars and Ellen Gregory.

She was married to Wesley Logan.

She was employed at Quaker Oats Company in Columbia.

Survivors include her husband, Wesley D. Logan of Columbia; one son, Adrian D. Logan of Columbia; two daughters, Breana D. Logan and Chellen D. Logan, both of Columbia; one brother, Kevin W. Villars of Blaine, Wash.; and her parents, Ellen Villars Allen of Kansas City, Mo., and Ronald Villars of St. Louis.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, George and Sadie Gregory, Charles Villars and Marietta Delphin Thomas.


Published Wednesday, May 10, 2006

Charles "Poppy" Earl Martie entered into rest Tuesday, May 9, 2006, at his home in Ashland. He was born Nov. 15, 1927, in Marion to Fred and Opal Sallee Martie.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, May 12, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Charlie married Elizabeth Mae Graham Jan. 16, 1950, and she survives.

He married Gladys Irene Creason on Nov. 8, 1963. She preceded him in death.

He married Lenora Clatterbuck on Nov. 14, 2003. She survives.

Charlie was employed in Columbia as a plumber with Home Services Co., Bill’s Electric, T&T Plumbing and Tallmage Plumbing, and then owned and operated Martie’s Service Co.. He retired in 2001.

Charlie was a member of Living Faith Church in Ashland, where he faithfully served as a deacon. He has many church family members remaining there.

Charlie is survived by one brother, Albert Martie of St. Louis; his current wife, Lenora Clatterbuck Martie of Ashland; first wife, Elizabeth Routh of Columbia; five sons, Norman Wayne Martie, Norman "Bo" Creason and Eugene "Red" Creason, all of Columbia, Fred E. Martie and Tommy Clatterbuck of Ashland; seven daughters, Donna D. Brown of Urich, Mary B. Lynes and Joyce A. Baker, all of Columbia, Donna L. Boggs of Centralia and Robin Montgomery of Ashland. He is also survived by 27 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and a multitude of friends and relatives who loved and respected him.

His parents; one half brother, Miles of California; second wife, Gladys; one grandson, Thomas Clatterbuck; one granddaughter, Tammy Schomaker; and one son-in-law, James Boggs, preceded Charles in death.

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


Published Thursday, May 11, 2006

Robert Irvin "Dopey" Hane died peacefully Tuesday, May 9, 2006.

Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, May 12, at Memorial Park Cemetery.

He was born Dec. 29, 1924, in Jefferson City to Worthington and Tresia Hane.

He married Irene Jennings on July 25, 1945. She survives.

He spent his life working with floor coverings and finishing hardwood floors.

Other survivors include a son, Michael Hane and wife Karen of Salem; two daughters, Rita Hane of Columbia and Robin Turner and husband Steve of Columbia; three grandchildren, Heather Turner, Justin Turner and Erin Bryant; three stepgrandchildren, Russell Dennis, Darla Buettner and Tabby Simpson; and six great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Community Hospice of America, 3600 I-70 Drive S.E., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

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


Published Thursday, May 11, 2006

Margaret Anderson Howell, 70, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, May 10, 2006, at her home.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 13, at Community United Methodist Church in Columbia. Graveside services will follow at 3 p.m. at Walnut Hill Cemetery in Armstrong. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the church.

Margaret was born Jan. 16, 1936, in Penrose, Colo., the daughter of Earl and Gertrude Knowells Anderson. She graduated from Southwest Missouri State University in 1957 and went on to receive her master’s degree in library science from the University of Illinois in 1959. After graduation, she worked for Daniel Boone Regional Library as a bookmobile librarian, where she met her husband, Herbert Howell, in Armstrong. They were married Dec. 31, 1961.

From 1968 until she retired in 2001, she worked for the University of Missouri library. In 1974, she was named head of special collections at the library and was curator of the rare book collection. She took special interest in the comic arts collection.

She was an active member of Community United Methodist Church and served as church historian.

Survivors include her sons, Charles Daniel Howell and Donald Herbert Howell, both of New York City; and three sisters, Elva Harmon of Tulsa, Okla., Earlene Anderson of Bend, Ore., and Nancy Anderson of Forsythe. In addition, she is survived by her sister-in-law, Mrs. George Howell and her family of Fayette; and Mary Jane Crockett, the daughter of Mary Howell Paxton, and her family of Columbia.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and two sisters, Shirley Stafford and Barbara Cozad.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in care of Carr-Yager Funeral Home, 204 N. Linn Ave., Fayette, Mo., 65248.

Arrangements are by Carr-Yager Funeral Home, Fayette, Mo., (660) 248-2244.


Published Sunday, May 14, 2006

Caroline Krembs Leavitt, formerly of Columbia, died Tuesday, May 2, 2006, after an extended illness.

A memorial service celebrating the lives of Caroline and her husband, Keith, will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 25, at Olivet Church. Private committal services will be held at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.

She was born April 27, 1919, near Holliday in rural Monroe County, the daughter of Dallas and Sallie V. Heathman Krembs.

She graduated from Shelbina High School in 1937.

She was married to Raymond Keith Leavitt in Kirksville, and he preceded her in death.

Mrs. Leavitt is survived by a son, Dallas Ray; two grandsons, Dallas Keith and Douglas James; and a great-grandson, all of St. Louis.

Mrs. Leavitt graduated from Northeast Missouri State University in 1940 and was retired from the Columbia Public Schools.

She was a 50-year member of the Order of the White Shrine of Jerusalem, Temple No. 7. She also served as the state president of Business and Professional Women from 1981 to 1982, state president of Alpha Delta Kappa from 1974 to 1976 and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.

Memorials may be made to the Olivet Church Building Fund, 1991 S. Olivet Road in Columbia.


Lila D. Coghill

Henry County native Lila Maxine Doherty Coghill, 81, of Topkinsville, Ky., died May 10, 2006, at Jennie Stuart Hospital in Hopkinsville.

The body was to be cremated.

A memorial service is planned at 3 p.m. Saturday at McDavid Grove Baptist Church at Springville. Burial will follow in McUavid Grove Cemetery.

No visitation is scheduled. Stockdale-Malin Funeral Home in Big Sandy is in charge.

Born July 6, 1924, she was a daughter of Tillman and Annie Luella Goforth Doherty, now both deceased.

A homemaker, she was the widow of Benjamin Coghill, who died Jan. 7, 1996.

She leaves one daughter: Rebecca Gloyd of Hopkinsville; two sons: Michael Coghill of Clarksville and John Coghill of Hopkinsville; two sisters: Peggy Cunningham of Paris and Geraldine Farmer of Springville; three grandchildren;. and three greatgrandchildren.

She also was preceded in death by a sister: Mable Marshall; and three brothers: Billy, Dwayne and Roger Doherty.


Published Monday, May 15, 2006

Kerry Edward Jones passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 10, 2006, at St. John’s Regional Health Center in Springfield after a lengthy illness at the age of 61 years, 10 months and 26 days.

The family invites you to attend visitation from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 19, at Montgomery-Viets Chapel in Buffalo. Graveside services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Maple Lawn Cemetery in Buffalo.

Kerry was born June 14, 1944, in Big Springs to Melvin E. and Mary E. Calloway Jones.

Kerry attended grade school in Danville and New Florence. He graduated from Montgomery High School in Montgomery City in 1963. He worked for Wilson/Diggs meat packing in Columbia for 20 years before moving to Buffalo, where he worked for Dallas County Propane. After suffering two heart attacks and being left disabled, he retired to grandchildren, his old dog and practical jokes (he loved to tease). Kerry was very active in grandson Justin’s "race cart" adventure and JoCe’s princess. They became his life.

Kerry is survived by his wife, Rusty, of the home; a twin brother, Jerry Jones of Fulton; one daughter, Mary E. Atkisson and her husband, David, and a grandson, Justin, of Columbia; one stepdaughter, Christina Quick and her husband, Justin Quick, of Butler; one stepson, Scott Pitts, and granddaughter Jocelyn "JoCe" Pitts of Battlefield; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Kerry was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Muriel E. Johnson, and Old Jack.


Published Monday, May 15, 2006

Barbara L. Spiegel of Ellisville, formerly of Columbia and Springfield, Ill., died Friday, May 12, 2006, at her home.

A memorial gathering will be held from 5:30 until 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, at Memorial Funeral Home, with a brief memorial service at 7 p.m. Arrangements are under the direction of Bisch Funeral Home West, 2931 S. Koke Mill Road, in Springfield, where friends may call from 11:30 a.m. Tuesday until time of services there at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday. The Rev. Dr. Wayne P. Hoffman will officiate. Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery.

She was born Jan. 25, 1923, in Springfield, the daughter of Carl and Marie Spies Salefski. She married Fred Spiegel in Springfield on Aug. 31, 1947.

Mrs. Spiegel retired in 1993 after 37 years of service as the deputy county recorder for Boone County.

Surviving are her husband, Fred; her son, Todd and wife Valerie Spiegel, both of Ellisville; two grandchildren, Tyler and Barrett Spiegel, also of Ellisville; her brother, Robert "Bosco" and wife Maxine Salefski of Springfield; and several nieces and nephews.

The family respectfully requests no flowers or memorials sent. The most meaningful memorial resides in the hearts and minds of her friends.


Published Wednesday, May 17, 2006

C. Roland Leeson, M.D., Ph.D., died Friday, May 12, 2006, in Venice, Fla.

He was born in Halifax, Yorkshire, England, on Jan. 26, 1926. After undergraduate studies at Cambridge, Roland elected to pursue a career in medicine at Cambridge and King’s College Hospital in London. At Cambridge, he earned his Blue in Track & Field and membership in the Achilles Club.

During four years of service in the Royal Air Force, he practiced aviation medicine and general surgery.

Upon resigning his commission, Dr. Leeson elected to enter the academic field, teaching in the department of anatomy and histology at the University of South Wales and Monmouthsire, Cardiff. From 1955 until his retirement in 1990, he enjoyed teaching and research at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and the Universities of Iowa, Missouri and Illinois in the United States. In addition, Roland, together with his twin brother, Thomas S. Leeson, wrote and published a number of medical texts in their field of expertise. After retiring, Dr. Leeson served as visiting professor at Ross University in Dominica and St. George’s University in Grenada.

His is survived by his wife, Marjorie, of 5000 Aston Gardens Drive No. 305, Venice, Fla.; and their children, Mark of St. George, Utah, Jane Prater and husband Jim Stickney of North Liberty, Iowa, Christine and husband Doug Mochel of Centennial, Colo., Neil and wife Jill of Venice and Paula and husband Nick Fallowfield of London; eight grandchildren; and his brother, Thomas S. Leeson of Edmonton, Alberta.

Time away from medical studies began a lifelong enjoyment of climbing and walking with family and friends in England’s Lake District. Memorials are suggested to Lake District Mountain Rescue, The Croft, Nethertown Road, St. Bees, Cumbria, England, CA270AY.


Published Monday, May 15, 2006

Joy Nelson Oldham Grimes, 88, of Columbia passed away Saturday, May 13, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 16, at Memorial Funeral Home.

Joy was born Dec. 7, 1917, to Chester A. and Maude Zinn Nelson in Minden Mines. On Dec. 25, 1938, she married Leonard Neal Oldham in Houston. He preceded her in death March 8, 1990. She married Philip A. Grimes on Sept. 23, 2000, and he survives.

She was a member of Calvary Episcopal Church in Columbia and was a retired member of the University of Missouri faculty, Department of Home Economics.

She also taught at Mississippi State College for Women in Columbus, Miss., before joining the UM faculty. Joy was a member of the University Business and Professional Women, a docent at the University Museum of Archeology, a member of the Columbia Art League and a volunteer at Ellis Fischel Cancer Center.

Survivors include her husband, Philip A. Grimes; son Mark N. Oldham and his wife, Elizabeth, of Rolla; daughter Judith L. Chambers of Chatham, Ill.; two sisters, Ruth Sacco of Gilroy, Calif., and Reba Cassin of Columbia; four grandsons, Neal Oldham and Nick Oldham, both of Rolla, Peter Chambers of Springfield, Ill., and Scott Chambers of Chatham; two granddaughters, Melinda Chauvin of Boone, N.C., and Sarabeth Chambers of Vancouver, Wash.; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her first husband, L. Neal Oldham.

Online guestbook may be signed at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Wednesday, May 24, 2006

Dennis Lee Cronin 57, of Columbia passed away Monday, May 22, 2006, at his home.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 25, at St. Andrews Lutheran Church in Columbia and at 1 p.m. Friday, with a visitation from 12:30 p.m. until the time of the service at Glori Dei Lutheran Church in Des Moines, Iowa. Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Gardens in Des Moines.

Dennis was born May 26, 1948, in Des Moines to Kenneth and Virginia Wheeler Cronin, and they preceded him in death. He married Alice Shipley on June 27, 1969, in Des Moines, and she survives.

He was a member of St. Andrews Lutheran Church in Columbia, and he especially enjoyed photography. Dennis worked for the Columbia Insurance Group for more than 20 years.

Survivors also include two sons, Harold and wife Kelly and Matthew and wife Jennifer; sister Sharon Roske and husband Ron; three grandchildren, Tyler, Kate and Kenneth Cronin; aunt Betty Olson; and uncle Gilbert Wheeler and wife Phyllis.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Wolf Park, 4004 E. 800th St. N., Battleground, Ind., 47920.

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


Published Thursday, May 25, 2006

John Emil Humpf III, 83, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 27, at Little Bonne Femme Church with Pastor Brian Ford officiating. Visitation will be held there from 1 p.m. until time of service. Burial will be at Little Bonne Femme Cemetery.

John was born Aug. 19, 1922, to John Emil Humpf II and Helena Ruffing in Chicago, and they preceded him in death. On June 19, 1948, he married Jeanne Mansell in Camdenton, and she survives.

He was a member of the American Legion, VFW Post 280, and the International Association of Firefighters. John served in the U.S. Navy CB’s during World War II, later stationed in Guam, and he participated in the European and Pacific campaigns, specifically the Normandy and Okinawa invasions. John retired as a captain with the Columbia Fire Department after 35 years of service and was also employed with the Missouri Department of Conservation for 41 years.

Survivors also include a daughter, Linda Calvert and husband Ed of Columbia; son John Humpf and wife Crystal of Ashland; grandchildren, Max Humpf of Ashland, Lance Calvert and wife Pam of Plainfield, Ill., and Jared Calvert and wife Shannon of Bolivar; great-grandchildren, Jackson, Haley and Wyatt Calvert; brother Kenneth Humpf and wife Pat of Downer’s Grove, Ill.; and numerous nieces and nephews.

John was preceded in death by a grandson, Alex Humpf.

Memorial contributions can be made to The Alex Humpf Memorial Track Scholarship, c/o Boone County National Bank of Ashland, 405 E. Broadway, Ashland, Mo., 65010.

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


Published Friday, May 26, 2006

Jacqueline Ann Bihr, 89, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at South Hampton Place.

Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 3, at Columbia Cemetery with the Rev. Kenneth Watson officiating.

Jacqueline was born Sept. 26, 1916, in Boonville to Curtis and Irmah Griffith Chrane.

She married Edwin D. Bihr on Dec. 27, 1938, and he preceded her in death Jan. 4, 1996.

She graduated from Boonville High School, received an associate’s degree from Christian College and a master’s in education from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Jacqueline was a kindergarten teacher for the Columbia Public Schools for 20 years. She taught kindergarten at the University of Missouri Lab School, and she also taught early childhood education at the University of Missouri.

She was a member of P.E.O.

Survivors include two granddaughters, Katie Bihr Robb of Columbia and Becky Bihr Brown of Minneapolis; and a daughter-in-law, Mari Ann Bihr-Horstman of Columbia.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son, Bob Bihr; a sister and a brother.

Memorials may be given to AZ Chapter of PEO or the American Cancer Society.

Arrangements under the direction of Parker Funeral Service.

Memorials may be left online at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Tuesday, May 30, 2006

Archie Leon Sexton, 72, of Columbia passed away Sunday, May 28, 2006, at his home.

He was born Nov. 13, 1933, to James and Elsie Sims Sexton in Boone County. They preceded him in death. Archie married Stella Bernice Smith on Aug. 20, 1960, in Columbia, and she survives.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 31, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Archie is also survived by three daughters, Mary Wymore of Columbia, Carol Bell and husband Gary of Columbia and Wanda Schudel and husband Donnie of Mexico, Mo.; seven grandchildren, Anthony Bell, Joseph Bell, Daniel Griffin, Allen Griffen, Brittany Griffin, Faith Griffin and Christine Bell; two brothers, Leonard Sexton of Huntsville and John Sexton of Columbia; and two sisters, Martha Cooper of Columbia and Alice Crouch of Tuscombia.

He was also preceded in death by a sister, Joyce Sexton.

Archie spent several years as a leader for the 4-H organization.

He enjoyed fishing and working on derby cars. Archie also enjoyed woodworking.

He will be loved forever and never forgotten.

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


Published Tuesday, May 30, 2006

Irene Bertha Knigge, 91, of Columbia passed away Monday, May 29, 2006, at Columbia Manor.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 1, at First Assembly of God Church in Columbia. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at First Assembly of God Church.

Irene was born June 1, 1914, in Linnous to Denver C. and Bertha Mae Case Willis, and they preceded her in death.

On July 18, 1934, she married William H. Knigge in Hannibal, and he also preceded her in death.

She was a longtime member of First Assembly of God Church in Columbia.

She worked for many years for the Kroger grocery store in Columbia before retiring in 1973.

Survivors include her son, Jerry Knigge and his wife, Janice, of Columbia; three grandchildren, Charretta Terry and husband Stephen of Bonney Lake, Wash., Jerry Dale Knigge and wife Kim of Columbia and Charles William Knigge of Jefferson City; seven great-grandchildren; three great-great-granddaughters; two brothers, James Willis of Hallsville and Bill Willis of Overland Park, Kan.; three sisters, Dorothy Burge of Columbia, Katherine Johnson of Glendale, Ariz., and Bessie Himelright of Frederick, Md.; and a close, dear friend, the Rev. Norman Hale of Wright City.

She was also preceded in death by five siblings, Alvin C. Willis, Grace Deason, Roy Lee Willis, Beulah Sanders-Sapp and Denver "Bud" Willis.

Memorial contributions are suggested to First Assembly of God Church, 1100 N. Seventh St., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

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


Published Wednesday, May 31, 2006

The eternal life of Rosemarie Downer Lampton, 64, began Tuesday, May 30, 2006, after a courageous battle against colon cancer.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 1, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia, with a rosary at 7 p.m. A Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Columbia. Burial will be at 10 a.m. Sunday at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Raytown

Rosemarie was born on May 1, 1942, to Ted and Rose Downer in Kansas City. She received her registered nurse’s degree from St. Mary’s School of Nursing and her bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Missouri-Kansas City.

She married Lawrence M. Lampton, M.D., on Sept. 7, 1968, and he survives. They shared many years together as best friends, partners and co-workers.

Rosemarie and her family participated in 4-H for many years. She avidly supported Larry’s active involvement in Scouting. Rosemarie was active in the Alpha Phi social sorority at the University of Missouri-Columbia.

She enjoyed sitting around the table playing bridge; simply drinking a Coke while laughing with her friends; and watching football, especially the Chiefs.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved sister, Pat Bishop. She was blessed to have a close relationship with her sister’s two sons, Rick and Bill Bishop.

Besides her husband, Rosemarie is survived by her daughter, Emily Monroe and her husband, Ryan, of Kansas City; son Marc of Columbia; and brother Terry Downer of Naples, Fla. She is also survived by four German shepherd "kids."

Her heart was large, giving to anyone in need, and she opened her home to many. Rosemarie was a "mom" to numerous people. She will be missed by friends, family and "children."

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or the charity of your choice.


Published Sunday, June 4, 2006

Boyd Faulkner, former resident of Columbia and longtime professor of community development at the University of Missouri-Columbia, died Friday, May 26, at Clover Manor in Auburn, Maine. He lived in Columbia from 1968 to 1992.

There will be a memorial service at 2 p.m. July 6 at Memorial Park in Columbia and a second memorial service is planned for Fort Hall, Idaho, within the next year.

He was born in Fort Hall to Hiram and Lillian Faulkner. At the time of his death, he was the oldest member of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribe and the first tribal member to earn a college degree.

His career included positions with the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Montana, the U.S. Department of State Agency for International Development, where he served in Afghanistan, Iran and Tanzania. On retiring from USAID, he was a professor, and then professor emeritus, at MU in the School of Community Development. His many international students have carried his professional legacy to serve their countries around the world.

He was married to Dorothea Morse until 1944 and had two children: Richard Lee and Boyd Lewis. In 1945, he married Beatrice Holliday and had four children: Diana, Janet, Paula and Leland.

After the loss of his wife, Beatrice, in 1991, he lived with immediate family until his death.

He gave a lifetime of service to friends, colleagues, the international world of community development and his family.

He will be fondly remembered for his humor, experience, integrity and humanity.

He is survived by four children: Boyd Harris of Condon, Ore.; Diana Ryan of Chicago; Janet Byrne of Mission, Texas; Leland Faulkner of Auburn, Maine; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice; son Richard; and daughter Paula.


Published Monday, June 5, 2006

Norma Bledsoe, 86, of Columbia passed away Saturday, June 3, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 7, at Parker Funeral Service. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

She was born Sept. 20, 1919, in Hartsburg to Arby Floyd and Hathie Rollins Rybolt. She married Lawrence H. Bledsoe on Aug. 29, 1934, and he preceded her in death.

Norma lived her entire life in Boone County and was a member of Rocheport Methodist Church.

Survivors include a daughter, Lona Bledsoe-Baker of Columbia; a brother, Floyd Rybolt of Ashland; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a sister, a brother and two great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be given to Rocheport Methodist Church.


Published Wednesday, June 14, 2006

George K. Rewerts, 72, of rural Rocheport passed away Monday, June 12, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, June 16, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Mr. Rewerts was born July 23, 1933, to Rewert Frank and Susanna J.M. Decker Rewerts in Ford County, Ill., and they preceded him in death. On May 1, 1953, George entered the U.S. Army and served during the Korean conflict. On June 21, 1957, he married Donna Schroeder in Peotone, Ill., and she also preceded him in death.

George was a member of Evangelical United Church of Christ in Boonville, VFW Post 202 in Columbia and the Perche Creek Yacht Club. He was active in the Farm Bureau and served as a committee member.

George is survived by his two sons, Michael Rewerts and Kevin Rewerts and his wife, Marcia, all of Columbia; brother Laverne Rewerts and sister Betty Rubin, both of Kankakee, Ill.; and two grandsons, Tom and Seth Rewerts.

George was also preceded in death by a brother, Walter Floyd Rewerts.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Evangelical United Church of Christ, 7 & E. Spring, Boonville, Mo., 65233.

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


Published Thursday, June 15, 2006

Linda Pearl Angell, 45, of Palisade, Colo., passed away Saturday, June 10, 2006, in Colorado.

Family services will be held at a later date.

Survivors include her mother, Mary Louise Angell of Moberly; brothers Gene Angell and wife Donna and Jim Angell and wife Rose; sisters Peggy Turner and husband Duane, Patti Sapp and husband Glen and Sue Sapp and husband Raymond; other relatives and friends.

Arrangements are by Cater Funeral Home in Moberly.


Published Thursday, June 15, 2006

Ginny White passed away Friday, June 2, 2006, in the Florida Keys.

A celebration of life took place Saturday, June 10, in Key Largo, and her ashes were spread across the waters of the Florida Bay on Sunday.

Ginny was born in 1943 in Mexico, Mo., to Laurence and Margaret King, who preceded her in death.

Ginny spent most of the 1960s and 1970s in Columbia before moving to the Florida Keys in 1978 to open a Century 21 office. She became one of the most respected real estate appraisers in the Keys. She was also a life master bridge player.

Ginny is survived by her son, Craig Bickford, and her beloved granddaughter, Danielle Renae Bickford, both of Columbia; and a sister, Linda Rosendahl of Houston.

She was also preceded in death by her daughter-in-law, Angela Marie Bickford.

She will be dearly missed by all who loved her.


Published Monday, June 19, 2006

Charles Shelly Weable, 73, of Columbia passed away Sunday, June 18, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 22, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. Burial will follow at Missouri Veteran’s Cemetery in Jacksonville. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Mr. Weable was born Sept. 10, 1932, in Harrison County to Kenneth and Mary Scott Weable, and they preceded him in death. He was married to Inge Durst in January 1960.

Charles retired from the U.S. Army in 1971. He achieved the rank of E8 first sergeant while serving one tour in the Korean War and two tours in the Vietnam War.

After his military service he worked in security at Stephens College until his retirement.

He was a member of the local VFW Post 280 and American Legion Post 202.

Charles is survived by three sons, Michael Weable and wife Melanie of Columbia, James Weable of Panama City, Fla., and Thomas Weable and wife Connie of Columbia; sister Mary Lee Palmer, brother Carlos Weable and sister Elberta Griffin, all of Columbia; six grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.

He was also preceded in death by five sisters and one brother.

Memorial contributions are suggested to American Cancer Society, 1900 N. Providence Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202; or the Senior Center, 1121 Business Loop 70 E., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

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


Published Thursday, June 22, 2006

Berniece E. Abernathy, 90, formerly of Columbia, died Saturday, June 17, 2006, in Monticello, Fla.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 24, at Greenlawn Funeral Home in Springfield with Dr. Bob Webb officiating. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be at National Cemetery in Springfield.

She was born Feb. 11, 1916, in Washburn to Levi Crim and Mary Morgan Crim.

She married Clarence M. Abernathy Sr. on March 5, 1938, in Yuma, Ariz., and he preceded her in death.

Mrs. Abernathy was employed with Stephens College for many years and was an active member of Memorial Baptist Church before her move to Florida in 2004.

Survivors include daughter Donna Skelton of Monticello; son Mack Abernathy of Columbia; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and two brothers, William Benton Crim of Nixa and Lloyd Joe Crim of Washburn.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to Big Bend Hospice, 205 N. Mulberry St., Monticello, Fla., 32344.


Published Friday, June 23, 2006

Bobbie Jean McBride Burk of Columbia died Thursday, June 22, 2006. She was a 39-year resident of Columbia.

Funeral arrangements are under the auspices of Parker Funeral Home. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 24, at Stephens College Chapel. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Presbyterian church in Fulton. Dr. Jack Barden will conduct both services.

Bobbie was born May 13, 1930, in Dallas to Robert Edward McBride and Thelma Elizabeth Grimes McBride.

A graduate of Oklahoma City University, Bobbie taught in the Oklahoma City public schools.

She earned a master’s degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia. She taught at Stephens College from 1969 to 1979. She was assistant dean of the faculty and registrar there from 1979 to 1997, when she retired.

She continued to serve Stephens as a volunteer college archivist until 2006.

Bobbie was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Fulton, where she was also an elder.

She was choir director from 1976 to 2004.

Bobbie was a member of Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity. She held many local and national offices. She helped found the Columbia Alumnae Chapter of SAI. She was elected to the National Executive Board as chaplain, serving 10 years. She also was the fraternity’s archivist.

For her many efforts, she received many fraternity honors. At Sigma Alpha Iota’s centennial convention in 2003, Bobbie received the fraternity’s highest honor, the Dorothy Whinery Special Leadership Award. It has been awarded only nine times in the fraternity’s history.

She is survived by her husband of 52 years, James M. Burk; their son, James Jeffery Burk of Chicago; and her sister, Peggy Taylor of Oklahoma City.

Memorials may be sent to Sigma Alpha Iota Philanthropies, 1 Tunnel Road, Asheville, N.C., 28805.


Published Sunday, June 25, 2006

Gary L. Burns, 58, of Columbia, passed away Thursday, June 22, 2006 surrounded by his family.

Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, June 26, 2006 at Broadway Christian Church with the Rev. Rick Frost and the Rev. Kim Ryan officiating. Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. on Sunday at Parker Funeral Service. Burial will be in Columbia Cemetery.

Gary was born on May 27, 1948 in Butler to Wesley and Rose Ann Radford Burns.

He graduated from Ballard High School in 1966 and received a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a major in accounting from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1970.

After graduation, he worked about a year for the accounting firm of Williams Keepers. He then went to work for the University of Missouri. With the university, he worked for the Office of Sponsored Programs and was Assistant Director of Accounting Services for the Columbia campus at the time of his death. Gary worked for the University for almost 35 years.

On August 12, 1972, he married Susan Elizabeth Cline Gallian and she survives. For many years, Gary enjoyed playing golf. For the past 20 years, he and Susan enjoyed doing genealogy research and discovering their roots.

Gary was an avid Mizzou Tigers fan from his college days on.

Gary is also survived by two daughters, Holly Weaver and husband, David; Toni Jean Wood and husband Mark; three grandchildren, Jessica, David, and Sarah Wood; his mother, Rose Ann Burns; a brother, Jerry Burns; nieces; nephews; other family members; and many friends and colleagues.

Gifts in Gary’s memory should be made to Broadway Christian Church Permanent Funds, Broadway Christian Church, 2601 W. Broadway, Columbia, Mo.; Missouri Kidney Program, AP Green Bldg., 201 Business Loop 70 W., Room 111, Columbia, Mo.; Central MO Kidney Association, P.O. Box 1915, Columbia, Mo., or a charity of a donor’s choice.

Memorials may be left online at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Friday, June 30, 2006

Barbara Lou Kennedy, 73, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2006, at University Hospital.

Memorial services and burial will take place in Minnesota at a later date.

Barbara was born June 25, 1933, in Hallcock, Minn., to Lewis and Hilda Ulvested Gamble, and they preceded her in death. She was a 1951 graduate of Hallcock High School. She attended the University of North Dakota and then received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Minnesota.

She worked as a medical record administrator around the United States and also in Europe. She started the medical record administrator program at Stephens College Without Walls.

She was a member of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, and her hobbies included knitting, reading and traveling.

Survivors include her daughter, Elizabeth Gunn and husband Stephen; four granddaughters, Kathryn, Maeghan, Brenna and Bevin Gunn, all of Columbia.

Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 914 S. West Blvd., Columbia, Mo., 65201.


Published Friday, June 30, 2006

Margaret Easley, 97, of Columbia passed away Thursday, June 29, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 5, at Parker Funeral Service with the Rev. Dennis Swearngin officiating. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Margaret was born April 21, 1909, in Manhattan, N.Y., to Herman and Marie Zuhlke Jongebloed. She married William H. Easley of Columbia on Oct. 28, 1939, in Alexandria, Va. She came to Missouri for a week’s vacation with William’s sister Mary, and three months later he drove to New York in a Model A Ford with the intention of returning to Missouri to get married. They made it as far as Alexandria, Va., where they were married.

When her children were in school, Margaret was active in the Grindstone School PTA and the Boone County Extension Club. She was an avid gardener and grew beautiful flowers, which she shared with anyone who admired them.

Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were a delight to her at all times. She enjoyed eating chocolate candy, reading murder mysteries and going to her favorite restaurant, Jimmy’s Steak House, where she was always greeted as "Aunt Margaret."

Margaret was famous for her marvelous sense of humor and cheerful attitude. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends and all who came in contact with her.

She lived on a farm south of Columbia - where her husband and father-in-law were born - from 1939 until July 2005, when failing health caused her to move to The Bluffs.

She is survived by daughter Virginia DeMarce and husband James of Arlington, Va., son Alan Easley and wife Marcia of Columbia; five grandchildren, Greg Easley and wife Jamie of Columbia, Jeff Easley and wife Jean of Columbia, Karl DeMarce and wife Brenda of Memphis, Mo., John DeMarce of Arlington, Josie DeMarce Babcock and husband, Brian of Blacksburg, Va; 11 great-grandchildren, Justin Easley, Clinton Easley, Taylor Easley, Leah Easley and Samuel Easley, all of Columbia, Stephen Easley of Sturgeon, and Cathy DeMarce, Marie DeMarce, Renee DeMarce, Will DeMarce and Susannah DeMarce, all of Memphis, Mo.; two step great-grandchildren, Phillip Baylor and Ben Baylor of Columbia; and Norm Beal and wife Mia of Clermont, Fla., whom Margaret considered to be one of her grandsons.

Gentleman serving as pallbearers will be Justin Easley, Clinton Easley, Taylor Easley, Stephen Easley, Sam Easley and Phillip Baylor.


Published Monday, July 3, 2006

Marian N. Levitt, 89, of Columbia died Sunday, July 2, 2006.

Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Parker Funeral Service, 22 N. 10th St. Burial will follow in Columbia Cemetery.

Mrs. Levitt was born Oct. 3, 1916, in St. Paul, Minn., a daughter of Nathan and Anna Nemer. She married Dr. Jacob Levitt on March 28, 1942, in St. Paul. She was an original board member and avid supporter of the Missouri Symphony Society and a founding member of the Columbia Art League.

Marian was preceded in death by her husband, who died on Aug. 21, 1990, and one son, Sylvan, who passed in 1950.

She is survived by two daughters; Miriam Levitt Smith of Berkeley, Calif., and Natalie Dawson of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada; two grandchildren Anna Levitt Smith and Brian Levitt Smith.

Memorials to the Missouri Symphony Society, Congregation Beth Shalom or Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation may be sent to Parker Funeral Service.


Published Thursday, July 6, 2006

Ruth Shaffer Lang, 86, passed away on Sunday July 2, 2006 at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 8 at First Baptist Church, 1112 E. Broadway. A short reception will follow.

Mrs. Lang attended Stephens College, where she graduated with honors. She was a member of Alpha Pi Epsilon and Kappa Kappa Kappa sororities. While there, she helped organize the first all-girl swing band, called the Briggadettes. Ruth played the piano for the band on KFRU radio.

At age 20, she was recognized as the world’s youngest cashier at Stephen’s Bank and was featured in "Ripley’s Believe it or Not." Ruth later served as Organist at First Baptist Church for many years and was a member of the American Guild of Organists. She was also a long-time member of the Margaret Elwang King’s Daughters Circle. On Dec. 24, 1941, she married Arthur P. Lang of Columbia.

Mrs. Lang was born June 24, 1920 in Auburn, Ind.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mrs. Inez Wyatt and Dr. Ford Wyatt and her husband of 62 years. She is survived by a son, David P. Lang, of Columbia and a daughter, Sharon Lang Matzen, of Kansas City; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the First Baptist Church organ fund or a charity of the donor’s choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Funeral Service.


Published Tuesday, July 11, 2006

JoAnn Elizabeth Hartley Phelan, 72, of Columbia, died Saturday, July 8, 2006, at her home.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Buescher Memorial Home, Jefferson City, with Rev. Bruce Caldwell officiating. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Buescher. Interment will be in Hawthorn Memorial Gardens, Jefferson City.

She was born Aug. 21, 1933, in Elston, the daughter of Guy G. and Blanche May Austeel Hartley. She was married Dec. 21, 1951, in Columbia to Billy Earl Phelan. She graduated from Jefferson City High School and attended the Liberty Baptist Church, Columbia. She was a homemaker and was employed as a nurse’s aide at Ellis Fischel Cancer Hospital, Columbia.

She is survived by three daughters, Linda Jo Weiler of Houston, Janet Lea Hendren and husband Robert of Hallsville, and Jill Ann Hulett of Columbia; two sisters, Margaret Wehry of Wichita, Kan., and Norma Hudspeth and husband Perry of Jefferson City; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, who died May 21, 1996; three brothers, Karney E. Hartley who died in 1989, Murrell Chester Hartley who died in 1980, and an infant brother who died at birth; and one sister, Florence Victoria Martin who died in 2004.

Memorials are suggested to American Diabetes Association or Lions Eye Bank. Arrangements are under the direction of Buescher Memorial Home.


Published Friday, July 14, 2006

Donna Marlene McElfresh Dodge, 69, of Columbia passed away Thursday, July 13, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 16, at Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday at Parker Funeral Service.

Donna was born June 26, 1937, in Rushville to Menford E. and Etta A. McElfresh.

She attended Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville and St. Joseph College before she married Zane Shelby Dodge on June 16, 1957.

Zane and Donna moved to Columbia shortly after their marriage. Donna enjoyed raising their two daughters and when both girls were in elementary school, she enrolled at the University of Missouri-Columbia and earned her bachelor’s degree in elementary education.

Donna began teaching at New Haven Elementary School in 1967, where she began their kindergarten program. Although she was teaching full time, she continued her own education at Mizzou and earned her master’s degrees in learning disabilities and remedial reading. Before her retirement from the Columbia Public School System in 1996, she served as assistant principal at New Haven and principal at Cedar Ridge Elementary School. After retirement, Donna remained committed to the education of young people and those who work with youth. She served several years as an educational advisor for the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s D.A.R.E. program and remained active with Columbia Public Schools by serving as a volunteer and substitute teacher at Paxton-Keely Elementary School. In addition to her love of teaching, Donna greatly enjoyed playing the organ at her church, Oakland Christian Church, gardening and sharing the harvest with her many friends, and traveling with Zane.

She is survived by her husband of 49 years; a daughter, Peggy Whipple, son-in-law Steve Whipple and grandchildren Jackie and Eric Whipple of Columbia; a son-in-law, Larry Sanford and granddaughter Bianca Sanford of Columbia; a brother, Larry McElfresh, sister-in-law Sherry McElfresh, nephew Graig McElfresh, nieces Kara, Miranda and Crystal, and their families, of Rushville and St. Joseph; mother-in-law Mabelle Dodge of Albany; and a lifetime’s worth of loving family and friends.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents and daughter, Joan Marie Sanford.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to Oakland Christian Church or Paxton-Keely Elementary School. Online tributes may be left at parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Sunday, July 16, 2006

Treva M. Murray, 89, of Columbia passed away Friday, July 14, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, July 17 at Parker Funeral Service, 22 N. Tenth St., Columbia. The Reverend David Stine will officiate. Visitation will be Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mrs. Murray was born October 12, 1916, in Boone County, a daughter of Tyre T. and Alva M. Wilcox Watson. She married Norris "Jim" Murray on July 22, 1941. He preceded her in death on September 12, 1996.

Treva spent her entire life in Boone County. She loved to cook, garden, and travel to the mountains. Her family was very important to her, and she will be greatly missed.

Survivors include her sons, James E. (Carol) Murray, Charles L. (Jackie) Murray and John T. Murray, all of Columbia; five grandchildren, Michael (Kelly) Murray; Barbara (Chad) Johnson; Theresa (George) Swisher; Michelle Garrett; Kim (Scott) Dothage; and nine great-grandchildren.

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


Published Monday, July 17, 2006

Romie Foster Anglen, 77, passed away Sunday, July 16, 2006, at West Village Manor in Columbia.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 19, at Calvary Baptist Church in Columbia. Burial will be after services at 4 p.m. at Fayette City Cemetery in Fayette. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia.

Romie was born July 24, 1928, in Dallas County to William and Matilda Breshears Anglen and they preceded him in death. On Aug. 29, 1948, he married Mary Ann Alexander in Fayette and she survives.

Romie was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon and Sunday school teacher. He retired in 1994 from the USDA Biological Control of Insects Lab after working there for more than 25 years.

He was involved in many organizations, including the Sunrise Optimist Club, Campers on Missions and Missouri Builders Association.

He is also survived by his sister, Rowena Anglen of Marshall; son William E. Anglen and wife Margie of Columbia; and a granddaughter, Mary B. of Columbia.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Coyote Hills Children’s Home, 9501 Coyote Hills Road, Harrisburg, Mo., 65256; or Columbia Senior Center, 1121 Business Loop 70 E., Columbia, Mo., 65201.

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


Published Tuesday, July 18, 2006

Rodney Boyle, 65, of Columbia passed away Sunday, July 16, 2006, at his home.

Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 19, at Memorial Funeral Home with the Rev. Scott Watson officiating. Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. until time of service. Inurnment with military honors will take place at Jacksonville Veterans Cemetery.

Rodney was born Jan. 7, 1941, to Paul Oscar and Lilian Constance Borop Boyle in Rockford, Ill. On Nov. 11, 1984, he married Sherry Dobbs and she survives.

He was a member of the Kingdom Pilots Association and also a member of the Airline History Museum. He had a lifetime interest in classic cars, Corvettes and Cadillacs, and also vintage planes and trains.

He was very proud to have served his country as a first lieutenant in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam era. He graduated from DePauw University in Indiana and later taught at the University of Missouri while he worked on two graduate degrees. Rodney later was employed by Mid-Missouri Mental Health Clinic and until retirement was an independent insurance agent. A beloved husband, father and "Grandpa Rodney," he will be dearly missed.

Survivors include his wife, Sherry Dobbs of Columbia; one daughter, Sena Spessard and her husband, Todd, of Wichita, Kan.; two sons, Dirk Boyle of Estes Park, Colo., and Quint Boyle of Chicago, Ill.; one granddaughter, Shyler Spessard of Wichita; sister, Sally Boyle of Mt. Morris, Ill.; uncle, Jim Borop of Cambridge, England; three nieces; one nephew; and his pal, Buster Kitty.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Airline History Museum, 201 N.W. Lou Holland Drive, Kansas City, Mo., 64116.

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


Published Wednesday, July 19, 2006

Julie Ann Wilson, 43, of Columbia, died Monday, July 17, 2006, at her home.

Services, conducted by Pastor Art Dyer, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 22 at Nilson Funeral Home. Visitation will be at 1 p.m. before the service.

Burial will be at Oakland Cemetery, Columbia.

Julie was born April 19, 1963, in Columbia to Michael and Linda Roberts Wilson.

Survivors include her father, Michael Wilson of Ashland; mother, Linda Wilson of Columbia; one son, Chad Ryan Rombach of Columbia; one sister, Laura Babcock of Columbia; her maternal grandmother, Ruby C. Roberts of Columbia; one niece, Ashley Babcock, and one nephew, Jeremiah Babcock, both of Columbia; and half-brother Robert Wilson of Ashland.


Published Monday, July 24, 2006

Paul Mytton McCarthy, 64, of Columbia died Thursday, July 20, 2006.

Services will be held at a later date.

He was born Feb. 24, 1942, to Alfred and Mary McCarthy.

Survivors include three sons, James and Paul, both of Columbia, and Peter of Colorado; one brother, John, and one sister, Barbara, both of New York; and five grandchildren.

His parents and two siblings preceded him in death.

Arrangements are by Kinney Crematory in Columbia, 442-7850.


Published Wednesday, July 26, 2006

Cora L. Goslin, 98, formerly of Columbia, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2006, at her daughter’s home in Truesdale.

Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 28 at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W., Columbia. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 27 at the funeral home.

Cora was born on August 5, 1907, in Hinton to George and Phoebe Toalson Hume. On June 29, 1929, she married Charles E. Goslin in Columbia, and he preceded her in death.

She was a previous member of Dripping Spring Christian Church and a current member of First Christian Church in Columbia. Cora was an 80-year member of the Columbia Rebekah’s Lodge. She was a sponsor for students at the University of Missouri, worked as a den mother for the Cub Scouts, was a cook at Jefferson Junior High School and worked as an associate at her husband’s upholstery and mattress shop. She also worked in the nursery at Parkade Baptist Church and became a surrogate mother for many children that she cared for in the Columbia area.

Survivors include her sons, Charles E. Goslin Jr. of Shawnee, Kan., and Lawrence W. Goslin of Sun City Center, Fla,; daughters, Norma L. Sparks of Kansas City and Gladys L. Wilson of Truesdale; 13 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; 6¾ great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Jasper W. Hume.

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


Published Saturday, July 29, 2006

Thelma Delone Hubbard, 72, of Columbia passed away Thursday, July 27, 2006 at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held 1 p.m. Monday, July 31, at Memorial Funeral Home, with the Rev. Don Snyder officiating.

Thelma was born July 23, 1934, to John R. and Caroline Schroeder Horlacher in Colby, Kan. They preceded her in death.

She married Robert Keith Hubbard Sept. 2, 1956, in Colby. He preceded her in death.

In her youth, Thelma was active in the community - a member of the Girl Scouts and Civil Air Patrol, and involved in swimming. Thelma was a certified American Red Cross swimming instructor and lifeguard; she managed the Colby Municipal Swimming Pool.

After high school, Thelma attended Kansas State University, where she graduated with a degree in accounting, and later became a CPA. While at Kansas State University she was a member of the synchronized swimming team. She and Robert were sports car and outdoor enthusiasts.

Thelma and Robert moved to Columbia, where in 1965, they opened Autosport, an import automobile dealership that they successfully operated for many years. Through her daughter, Thelma became involved with gymnastics. Over the last 30 years, Thelma achieved national and international ranking as a judge in the gymnastics field. To Thelma, gymnastics was a way of life.

Thelma experienced great joy in spending time with and nurturing her granddaughter, Lexi. In 2005, she fulfilled a lifelong dream by traveling to and touring Australia with her daughter.

Survivors include one son, Terry Allen Hubbard of Columbia; one daughter, Rita Kay Witt and husband Bennett of Columbia; one granddaughter, Alexandra Grey Witt of Columbia; and one brother, Wayne A. Horlacher and wife Mildred of Colby.

An online guest book may be signed at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, July 30, 2006

Karl E. Goebel, 92, of Columbia passed away at his home on July 27, 2006.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 3, at Broadway Christian Church. Burial with military honors will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Memorial Funeral Home.

Karl was born on April 27, 1914, in Moberly to Otto and Elisa Eisenhauer Goebel, and they preceded him in death. On Dec. 19, 1943, he married Iris Lubben of Golden, Ill., in San Diego, and she survives. Karl attended a Chicago school for the then fairly new field of refrigeration in 1937 through 1939. He served in the U.S. Marines during World War II, achieving the rank of master tech sergeant. While stationed at Camp Miramar, he was instrumental in implementing a refrigeration mechanics school. Columbia became his and Iris’s home after the war. Karl spent his entire career in the refrigeration field working for only two firms, Phillips & Co. and Hulett Heating and Air Conditioning. He was a member of the Plumbers and Pipefitters Union and RSES.

Karl was a member of the Downtown Optimist club, where he was very active and enjoyed working at the Christmas tree lot. Karl was always a member of a church, the last 20 years at Broadway Christian Church.

He is also survived by his son, Bruce and wife Shari of Columbia; daughter Karla Huck and husband Randy of Columbia; grandchildren Sara Goebel of Columbia, Brandon Huck of Columbia, and Mindy Huck Harvat and husband Christian of Nutley, N.J.; and cousin Carl Eisenhauer of Moberly.

He was also preceded in death by a brother, John Goebel and wife Mabel.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Broadway Christian Church Building Fund, 2601 W. Broadway, Columbia, Mo., 65203.

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


Published Sunday, July 30, 2006

Alta Belle McAfee, 97, of Columbia died July 28, 2006, at The Bluffs.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1, at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W. The Rev. Sam Timbrook will officiate. Visitation will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Alta McAFee was born on Dec. 18, 1908 with the aid of a midwife at home near Rainy Creek, in the vicinity of Climax Springs. She was the first child born to Archie Newton Black and Della Myrtle McClurken.

As a girl, Alta was a good speller, but she liked math best and won many "ciphering contests." She rode her horse, Bronco, three miles to high school at Nobby. She loved playing ball as a girl and was a good batter.

On July 20, 1929, she married Glenn Orville McAfee in Independence, Kan. They lived in many places during the first half of their married lives, including Oklahoma, Tennessee, Washington, Texas, Kansas, Michigan, Kentucky and Alabama. Alta had a few jobs: collecting for the gas company, sewing on pockets and baby-sitting. As a young woman, she was a baseball referee at school. Glenn and Alta loved both square- and round-dancing. Alta and Glenn shared many happy years; they had been married 60 years when Glenn died.

Before her vision failed, Alta was a tireless knitter and crocheter, making hundreds of doilies, snowflakes and dishcloths, which she enjoyed giving to friends and family. In the month of December 1995, she crocheted 1000 yards of thread.

Alta stayed interested, involved and alert until about the last month of her life. In her 90s, she learned how to e-mail and kept up a steady stream of e-mail correspondence with friends and family until she was 96. She enjoyed reading Mary Higgins Clark mysteries and could read a Harlequin romance in a day. She loved attending boat races, playing pinochle and poker, and watching the University of Missouri-Columbia Tigers play basketball. She collected dolls and enjoyed going to auctions. Her little Yorkshire terrier, Megan, was a constant companion. She loved to talk and always welcomed visits; she was tireless in encouraging family get-togethers.

She is survived by a son, Larry McAFee of Columbia; and a daughter, Connie Dowler of Claremore, Okla. She is also survived by six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; half brothers Fred and Robert Black of Mound Valley, Kan.; and half sisters Irma Mae Middleton of Mound Valley and Annabelle Scrivener of Lenexa, Kan.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn, and her brother Andrew Black.

Memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association.

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


Published Wednesday, August 2, 2006

Thomas Eugene Owens, 77, of Columbia was called home to be with his Lord on Monday, July 31, 2006.

A memorial service to celebrate his life will be officiated by the Rev. Jim Short at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5, at Prairie Grove Baptist Church.

Tom was born on May 19, 1929, in South Bend, Ind., to Jesse William and Ruby Ruth Owens.

He graduated from Poplar Bluff High School in 1947, attended Bluff City Business College and worked at the Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company in Poplar Bluff.

Tom was a sergeant in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and served 30 months in Japan as a sheet metal repairman.

He married Mary Anne Sunday on Sept. 23, 1956, in Welling, Okla.

He worked as a bookkeeper for the Cleveland Insurance Agency in Poplar Bluff and in 1967 transferred to Columbia as an Internal Revenue Service agent, where he worked until his retirement.

Tom was a quiet, faithful man, dedicated to serving his church and providing for his family. He loved gardening, teaching Sunday School, serving as a deacon and doing repairs at his church.

He had a dry wit, a lovely smile and a special twinkle in his eye for his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Anne Owens of Columbia; his son, Alan and his wife, Sheila Owens, of Columbia; his daughter, Karen and her husband, Jeff DeGeal, of Loveland, Colo.; his daughter, Marcia and her husband, Kevin Rewerts, of Columbia; and his four grandchildren, Holly DeGeal and husband Josh DeGeal of Hawaii, Tanya DeGeal of Loveland and Tom and Seth Rewerts of Columbia.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents and his two brothers, Norman Owens of Louisiana, Mo., and Jerry Owens of Poplar Bluff.

Arrangements are under the direction of Kinney Mortuary Service and Crematory in Columbia, 442-7850.


Published Friday, August 4, 2006

Diane D. Burnham, 72, died Thursday, Aug. 3, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 7, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at New Salem Cemetery in Ashland. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Memorial Funeral Home.

Mrs. Burnham was born Sept. 13, 1933, in Easton, Md., to Robert O. Dulin and Ida Virginia Nabb Dulin.

She attended school in Preston, Md., and St. Michaels, Md., and graduated from Montgomery Blair High School in Silver Spring, Md., in 1951. She worked for a year in Washington, D.C., for the Department of the Navy, a year in Columbia for MFA Insurance and 22 years in the real-estate business with The Fristoe Corporation, Town & Country Mortgage and as closing broker with House of Brokers Realty until her retirement in 1991.

She served several years with PTAs at Russell Boulevard Elementary School, West Junior High School and Hickman High School. She was on the board of Daniel Boone Little League and on the board of Order of Rainbow Girls, OES. Mrs. Burnham belonged to Order of the Eastern Star and the Cameo Chapter of American Business Women’s Association.

She is survived by her husband, Jack, whom she married Oct. 12, 1952, in Washington, D.C.

Other survivors include son Mike and his wife, Teresa, of Germantown, Wis.; son Jay and his wife, Sharon, of Columbia; daughter Carol Burnham of Wylie, Texas; son Don and his wife, Tammy, of Plano, Texas; nine grandchildren, Allison of Columbia, Grant, Marie, Audrey, Hope, Quinn, Trudy, Clark and Vance of Germantown, Wis.; her sister, Lois Dulin of Baltimore; a brother, Robert O. Dulin Jr. and wife Joan of Dumfries, Va.; and several nieces and nephews.

Memorials are suggested to local organizations of central Missouri: Central Missouri Kidney Association, PO Box 1915, Columbia, Mo., 65205; or Central Missouri Food Bank, 2101 Vandiver Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

Memorial tributes may be left online at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Monday, August 7, 2006

Aleen M. Williams, formerly of Fayette, went to be with her heavenly father on Thursday, Aug. 3, 2006, at her home in San Marcos, Calif.

Services will be held on Thursday, Aug. 10, at Memorial Funeral Home. The Rev. Michael Jackman will officiate with interment to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until time of services Thursday.

Mrs. Williams was born on April 6, 1925, in Fayette to Alfred and Margaret Robinson Ray, and they preceded her in death.

She graduated from high school in Fayette and attended Central College in Fayette and the University of Missouri-Columbia.

She began working at University Hospital in 1961 in the nursing department and remained there until her retirement in 1990. She married Waymon Williams on March 31, 1944, and he preceded her in death in 1996. She remarried in 1999 to Richard Burris of Kansas City, and he survives.

Other survivors include a son, Billy A. and his wife Francine Williams of Temecula, Calif; daughter Rutha A. and her husband Barry Rogers of Waukegan, Ill.; four grandchildren, Marlayna and Marcus of Temecula and Josh and Brandon Williams of Columbia; one great-grandchild; stepdaughter Lynn and husband David Battle of St. Louis; god-daughter Darla Nugent of Calif.; close friend Cecelia Ward of Clarksville, Tenn.; and not only a relative, but she shared a special sisterly bond with Effie Williams of Columbia; and many more family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, Mrs. Williams requests all memorial contributions be donated to the Mid-Missouri Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Foundation.

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


Published Wednesday, August 9, 2006

Catherine Hogan Minor, 84, of Columbia died Sunday, Aug. 6, 2006.

Memorial services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 11, at Calvary Episcopal Church. The Rev. Fred Thayer will officiate.

Mrs. Minor was born Jan. 31, 1922, in Columbia, a daughter of Dr. Albert Garland and Theodosia Catherine Cobbs Hogan. She married Andrew C. Minor on Aug. 1, 1952, in Columbia, and he survives.

She graduated from Stephens College with a degree in music, received a bachelor’s degree in education and a master’s degree in music history from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

She taught piano in her home for many years.

She was a life member of First Presbyterian Church of Columbia. She was also a member of the National Society of Colonial Dames of America, Kate Thompson Circle of Kings Daughters, Kappa Alpha Theta and Sigma Alpha Iota.

She was a gracious hostess who opened her home to many musicians and friends.

Survivors include her husband of Columbia; two daughters, Anne C. Minor of Alexandria, Va., and Madge M. Minor Pierce of Falls Church, Va.; a son-in-law, Michael Pierce; two granddaughters, Emma A. and Meagan C. Pierce; a sister, Amelia H. Graves of Arlington, Va.; and three nephews, William A. Graves, D. Cameron McKercher Jr. and Scott H. McKercher.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Madge H. McKercher.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to a favorite charity.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Funeral Service.


Published in the Star-Telegram on August 10, 2006

Maynard Elbert McGreer, 86, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, died Monday, August 7, 2006.

Funeral: 1 p.m. Friday at Woods Chapel Baptist Church of Arlington with the Rev. Bobby Bridges officiating. Burial: Emerald Hills Memorial Park in Kennedale.

Mr. McGreer was born July 23, 1920, in Davenport, Iowas, to Harry Thomas and Emma Lenora Moser McGreer. He was a member of the Centrla Baptist Church of Hot Springs, Arkansas and a former member of Woods Chapel Baptist Church in Arlington. He was ver active and involved in church all his life, in missions, church building,teaching Sunday school and church finance. He was a deacon for 36 years.

Survivors: wife of 63 years, Evie McGreer of Hot Springs; sons and daughters-in-law, Dennis and Susan McGreer of Bloomington, Indiana; and Jerry and Carol McGreer of Houston; daughter, Carol Camp of Arlington; grandchildren, Laura Mintz of London, England, Robin Camp and Katy Camp, both of Arlington, and Casey Cooper of New Orleans, Louisiana; brother, George McGreer, of Illinois City, Illinois; sister, Evelyn Dorothy of Davenport, Iowa; and great-grandchildren.

Arrangements are by Gross Funeral Home, Hot Springs, and Emerald Hills Funeral Home, Kennedale, Texas.


Published Wednesday, August 9, 2006

Leslie O. Watson, 88, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2006, at St. Francis Medical Center in Topeka, Kan.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 12, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Mr. Watson was born May 26, 1918, in Harrison County to Charles and Cora Rice Watson, and they have preceded him in death. In 1936, he married Hazel Rhodes, and she preceded him in death in 1991. He then remarried Betty Andrews in 1993, and she preceded him in death in 2004.

He owned and operated Twin Oak Ball Fields, Pow Wow and Wigwam Café, Spot Tavern, Terrace Club and several grocery stores. Les served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

Survivors include his sons, Billy Watson and wife Millie and Jerry Watson and wife Mary Ann; daughter Carolyn Bennett and husband Russell; brother C.A. Watson and wife Betty; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

He was also preceded in death by brothers Vincent and Eugene Watson.

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


Published Thursday, August 10, 2006

Frank John Modica, 68, peacefully passed away Aug. 8, 2006, with his family at his home after a 10-year battle with lung disease and cancer.

Funeral services will be held 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 11, at Memorial Funeral Home, with visitation from 3 p.m. to time of service. Burial will be held 10 a.m. Saturday at Resurrection Cemetery in St. Louis.

Mr. Modica was born Nov. 5, 1937, in St. Louis. He attended CBC and served in the U.S. Navy; he was vice president of sales in food service management for Great Western Foods.

Frank is the son of Eleanor Fresta Modica and the late Matthew Modica. He is survived by his wife, Freya Freund Modica; his children, Charles Andrews, Michelle Oestreich and husband Charles, Kathi Schreiber and husband Bob, Matthew Modica and wife Melissa, Carmaline Veros and husband Pete, and Joe Modica; stepchildren Lisa Cornett Schmitz and husband Charles, Laura Brownfield and husband David, and Libby Cornett Sanderson and husband John; 15 grandchildren; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated to Barnes Jewish Hospital Lung Transplant Center or to St. Ambrose Catholic Church in care of Memorial Funeral Home 1217 Business Loop 70 W., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

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


Published Friday, August 11, 2006

Walter Alvin McFarland, 79, of Columbia passed away with family present on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2006, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Mexico, Mo.

Funeral Services will be officiated by Dr. Ed Farris and Rev. Brian Evans at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 13 at Calvary Baptist Church, with burial service to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12th at Memorial Funeral Home.

Walter was born on Aug. 10, 1927, in Granite City, Ill., to Claude and Lula McFarland. On Aug. 12, 1951 he was married to Betty Lou Henson at Mellow Memorial Methodist Church in St. Louis by the Rev. John L. Glassey.

After service in the U.S. Navy, he graduated from Southeast Missouri State University in 1950. He received his master’s degree in education from the University of Missouri in 1958.

He began his teaching career in Portageville and taught in several other Missouri cities. He continued his career as a principal in Hillsboro, Jefferson City and retired from the Columbia Public Schools after 16 years as principal of Grant Elementary School.

Mac was an active member of Calvary Baptist Church in Columbia for 42 years. He served as a deacon, taught Sunday school and was involved in other church ministries.

He came from a large, loving family and was a devoted and caring brother, husband, father and grandfather.

Survivors include his wife, Betty; two daughters, Claudia Joan McNeely of Columbia, Lisa Kathryn Wells and her husband Robert of Columbia; four granddaughters, Clary Elizabeth Pfeiffer of Worden, Ill., Erin Hughes McNeely, Ashton Marguerite Wells and Chelsea Kathryn Wells, all of Columbia; one great-grandson, Hughes Travis Pfeiffer; one brother, Gerald L. McFarland of Chesterfield; and many other family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Frank, Warren, George and J.R.; and two sisters, Ruth and Kathryn.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimers Association, Mid-Missouri Chapter, 1121 Business Loop 70 E, Columbia, Mo. 65201 or Calvary Baptist Church, 606 Ridgeway, Columbia, Mo. 65203.

Tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.


Published Sunday, August 13, 2006

Dr. B. Rosemary Barrow, 64, of Columbia passed away Friday, Aug. 11, 2006, at University Hospital.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 14, at Firestone Baars Chapel on the Stephens College campus. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday Parker Funeral Service, 22 N. Tenth St. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Columbia. A reception for family and friends will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the ballroom of Lela Rainey Wood Hall on the Stephens campus.

Rosemary was born on Jan. 12, 1942, in Davenport, Iowa, to Frank and Bernice Cutshall Gruber. She married Dr. Lloyd H. Barrow on June 5, 1965, in Davenport.

Rosemary graduated from Davenport Central High School in 1960. She received her bachelor’s degree in mathematics education from Iowa State University in 1964, her master’s degree in counselor education from the University of Northern Iowa in 1965 and her doctorate in counselor education from the University of Maine in 1982. Rosemary had taught mathematics and served as a counselor in eastern Iowa schools. She also taught remedial mathematics at Bangor Community College in Maine from 1979 to 1982. She was coordinator of the Trio Project at the University of Maine from 1982 to 1985. She was an Army mathematics teacher at Lincoln University from 1985 to 1987. She served as resource coordinator at Moberly Area Community College from 1987 to 1989. She worked as counseling director of Comprehensive Human Services in Columbia from 1989 to 1993. From 1993 until 1995, she was assistant professor of counselor education and psychology at Northwest Missouri State University. Dr. Barrow was associate professor of psychology and was a founding director of counselor education at Stephens College from 1998 until her retirement in 2003.

Survivors include her husband; her son, Dr. Lon L. Barrow and daughter-in-law Susan of Wellington, Fla.; her daughter, Valerie K. Bridgford and son-in-law Allen of Columbia; five grandchildren, Robert, Elizabeth and Kaylee Bridgford and Trevor and Dana Barrow; and one brother, F. Albert Gruber of Davenport.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Cosmopolitan International Diabetes and Endocrinology Center at the University of Missouri, 1 Hospital Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65201; (573) 882-3818; for future education and research.


Published Monday, August 14, 2006

Elaine Scheidt Lehr, 77, of Columbia died Thursday, Aug. 10, 2006, after a short illness.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 15, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, following a private burial at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at Memorial Funeral Home.

Elaine was born June 28, 1929, in Jefferson City to Erben John Scheidt and Cornelia Caroline Weigel Scheidt. In 1947, she graduated from St. Peter’s High School in Jefferson City. On May 3, 1952, she married Gustav J. Lehr in Jefferson City, and he survives.

She worked for the Missouri Bar Association before becoming a full-time mother. From 1972 to 1981, Elaine was the library clerk at Ridgeway Elementary School, a job she truly enjoyed. Following her retirement, she supported her husband in his career and found her favorite job was being a grandmother.

Elaine was a dear friend to many and lived a wonderful, fulfilled life.

Survivors include three daughters, Cristi and husband Jeff of Lehigh Acres, Fla., Cyndi and husband Doug of Rocheport and Jackie Thompson and husband Rob of Columbia; four grandchildren, Clayton, Scott, Brian Thompson and Jason; one brother, Richard Scheidt of Jefferson City; two sisters, Doris Hampton of Columbia and Virginia Schrimpf of Jefferson City; two nieces; and eight nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Happy Tails Animal Sanctuary, 5900 S. Rangeline Road, Columbia, Mo., 65201; the Rock Bridge High School Media Center c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W., Columbia, Mo., 65202; or Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 903 Bernadette Drive, Columbia Mo., 65203.

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


Published Monday, August 14, 2006

Esther Edwards, 78, of Columbia passed away with her family by her side Friday, Aug. 11, 2006, at University Hospital.

Memorial services will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 16, at Calvary Baptist Church.

Esther was born Nov. 11, 1927, in Amhurst, S.D., to Roy and Jeanette Simmons Sudenga, and they preceded her in death. She married Frank Edwards on March 25, 1947, in Woodstock, Minn., and he survives.

She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. Esther was one of the original members of Citizens on Patrol in Columbia. She worked with the food bank, delivering food to others. Some of her favorite past times included sewing, crocheting, canning and listening to gospel music.

Along with raising her own children, she and Frank were parents to 64 foster children.

Esther is also survived by two sons, Alvin and George Edwards of Columbia; three daughters, Sharon Durham and husband David of South Carolina, Jean Young and husband Don of Columbia, and Colleen Welty and husband Gary of Rolla; six grandchildren, Alice, Amanda, Tammy, Patrick, Robert and Dwayne; nine great-grandchildren; four sisters; and three brothers.

She was also preceded in death by her sister, Barbara, and brothers Robert and Dale.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Timothy Grant Children’s Cancer Research, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business 70 W., Columbia, Mo., 65202, to benefit Esther’s great-grandson, Timothy, of Hallsville.

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


Published Wednesday, August 16, 2006

Arthur Marvin Tremaine, 82, of Columbia passed away Monday, Aug. 14th, 2006, at his home.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 18, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17, at the funeral home.

Arthur was born to William and Ninel Tremaine on Dec. 4, 1923, in McBaine. He had 12 brothers and sisters, who preceded him in death.

Arthur married Eva Papen on Nov. 7, 1947, in Columbia, and she preceded him in death.

Arthur is survived by his four children, Linda Tremaine, Freddy Tremaine, David Tremaine and Charlotte Tremaine. He had 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

He was a staff sergeant of the 1st Cavalry in the Army during World War II and was stationed in the Philippines, Leyte, Manila, Luzon, Yokohama, Tokyo, New Guinea and Australia. He was a decorated veteran, earning the Southwest Pacific ribbon, the Combat Infantryman’s Badge and a Presidential Unit Citation. He was very proud that a Tremaine had served in every major war since the American Revolution.

Arthur was a jack of all trades. He was a dedicated, generous and hard-working family man who was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. He was a skilled concrete finisher, responsible for many of the early building projects in Columbia that are still standing today. He also built the home in which he raised his children.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 30638, Columbia, Mo., 65205.


Published Thursday, August 17, 2006

Thetis Frances Marine, 91, of Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2006, at her home.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19 at Missouri United Methodist Church, McMurray Chapel. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday at the church.

Thetis was born on Aug. 11, 1915, in Holcomb to Asa and Annye Naper Douglass, and they preceded her in death.

In 1934, she married R. Lynn Marine in Piggett, Ark., and he preceded her in death.

She was a member of Missouri United Methodist Church in Columbia. She worked with the Summer Welcome Program at the University of Missouri for 20 years. Thetis was a member of the Eastern Star. Some of her hobbies included gardening, sewing and cooking, and she thoroughly enjoyed spending the holidays and other special occasions with her family.

She is survived by sons Bill D. Marine of Wilmington, Ohio, and Richard W. Marine and his wife Nancy of Houston; daughter Kay Spitz of Columbia; seven grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

Thetis also was preceded in death by two sisters; two brothers; and one grandchild.

Memorial contributions are suggested to R. Lynn Marine Scholarship Fund, c/o Columbia Public Schools, 1818 W. Worley St., Columbia, Mo., 65203.

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


Published Sunday, August 20, 2006

John Cochran Newman, 74, of Columbia, passed away Thursday, Aug. 17, 2006, while at home.

Funeral and Masonic services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22 at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, with military honors at the graveside. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 21 at the funeral home.

Mr. Newman was born Sept. 13, 1931, in Kirksville to John "Jack" W. and Lois D. Cochran Newman. He married Faye Scott on Dec. 16, 1952, in Kirksville, and she survives.

Mr. Newman graduated from Kirksville High School in 1949 and was a graduate of Truman State University in 1955. He served in the United States Army during the Korean conflict from 1952 to 1954. John was a teacher and basketball coach in the Newton-Harris High School in Newton from 1955-1956. He was employed at Shelter Insurance for 35 years in various positions until his retirement.

John was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Moolah Temple of the Shrine. He was a past monarch of the Aleppo Grotto. He was also an active member of the American Legion No. 0202, Scottish Rite, VFW, Twilight Lodge No. 114 AF&AM and Tiger Shrine Club.

John was an avid sports fan; he actively enjoyed his boys’ sports activities, rarely missing any of their games or practices. To many, his nickname was "Coach," as he was often found standing along the sidelines. John had a great sense of humor, and he liked to interact with and enjoyed people. His hobby made him a skilled car mechanic; he enjoyed building and rebuilding things.

Survivors also include three sons that provided him great joy and pride, John Michael Newman of Columbia; Terry Scott Newman of Overland Park, Kan.; and David Allen Newman and wife Susan of Anaheim, Calif.; and two beloved and cherished grandsons, Chase Alexander and Jake Rockwell Newman of Anaheim, Calif. He is also survived by two brothers, Richard Newman of Kirksville; and James Newman of Shawnee Mission, Kan.; one sister, Anabeth Chevalier of Kirksville; and many nieces and nephews.

His parents and one brother, Kenneth E. Newman, preceded him in death.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Community United Methodist Church, 3301 W. Broadway, Columbia, Mo. 65203 or Shriners Hospital for crippled children, 2001 S. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. 63131.

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


Published Sunday, August 20, 2006

Marie Kidwell, 94, of Columbia, died Friday, Aug. 18, 2006, at South Hampton Place in Columbia.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 21 at Little Bonne Femme Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at Little Bonne Femme Baptist Church.

Mrs. Kidwell was born Feb. 23, 1912, in Boone County to Church and Nellie P. Burnett Brooks. She was married to John P. Kidwell on Oct. 20, 1928. He died December 13, 1977.

Mrs. Kidwell was a member of the Little Bonne Femme Baptist Church.

She is survived by two daughters, Nancy Burkett of Columbia; and Janet Crimm of Fults, Ill.; one son, Tom Kidwell of Columbia; two brothers, Bill Brooks of Columbia; and Church Brooks of Arkansas. She is also survived by 19 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and five sons, Ben, Duke, Bob, Jim and John Kidwell.

Memorials may be given to Community Hospice.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Funeral Service.


Published Sunday, August 20, 2006

Marjorie J. Wilson, 87, of Columbia, passed away Saturday, Aug. 19, 2006, at The Bluffs.

Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 23 at Nashville Cemetery with Reverend Don Snyder officiating.

Marjorie was born on Sept. 3, 1918, the daughter of Charles and Fern Kearney in Flemington.

On June 29, 1940, she married Harold B. Wilson in Columbia, and he preceded her in death in 2004 after 64 years of marriage.

She was a beautician in Columbia for 25 years.

Survivors include a daughter, Carolyn Maxwell and her husband Charles of Rocheport; a son, Gary Wayne Wilson and his wife Sueda of Ashland; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Ann Jennings and Suella Reid, both of Lee’s Summit; one brother, Harold Kearney, of Independence.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two sisters; and one brother.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Association, 1900 N. Providence Road, Columbia, Mo. 65202 or Option Care Missouri River Hospice, 1410 Heriford Road, Columbia, Mo. 65202.

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


Published Monday, August 21, 2006

Henry Dale Palmer, 65, of Columbia died Sunday, Aug. 20, 2006, at his home.

Funeral services will be at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 23 at Forum Blvd. Christian Church, 3900 Forum Blvd. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22 at the church. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

A lifelong resident of Boone County, Mr. Palmer was born Feb. 6, 1941, to William Henry and Eliza Ellen Hathman Palmer. He married Mary Lou Bledsoe on March 3, 1959, in California, and she survives. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1958 to 1960. Mr. Palmer was an electrician and was a member of IBEW Local No. 257 from 1963 until he retirement in 2001 and served on the Executive Board for IBEW Local No. 257. He was a member of the Forum Blvd. Christian Church.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Palmer of Columbia; one son, Rodney Dale Palmer of Columbia; one daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Greg Sees of Columbia; two grandchildren, Jessica C. and Collin G. Sees of Columbia; and a brother, William Harold Palmer of Fulton.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Thelma Cromwell.

Memorials may be given to Cancer Research Center or Missouri River Hospice.

Arrangements under the direction of Parker Funeral Service. Online tributes may be left at parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Monday, August 21, 2006

Fred Joseph Warywoda, 70, of Columbia died Sunday, Aug. 20, 2006, at University Hospital.

There will be no service.

Fred was born July 8, 1936, in West Des Moines, Iowa, to Joseph and Hazel Warywoda. He married Sandra Cord on June 27, 1964, and she survives.

Also surviving are two sons: Scott of Twentynine Palms, Calif., Russell of Panama City, Fla.; two sisters, Miriam Colton, Kathy Haltmon; and grandson Matthew.

Arrangements by Nilson Funeral Home.


Published Wednesday, August 23, 2006

Kathleen Ann Marie Hollestelle, 66, of Columbia passed from this life on Monday, Aug. 21, 2006.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 25, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Kathleen was born on Dec. 17, 1939, in Amboy, Minn., to Robert and Nellie Hakes Caven. She will be remembered as a woman of deep Catholic faith who loved her family. Her hobbies included poetry, piano, cooking and sewing. She was a member of St. Thomas More Newman Center in Columbia.

Survivors include her children, Catherine Alleven, Franklyn Alleven, Patrick Alleven, Lucinda Scandrett, Molly Luebbert and Colleen Hollestelle; 13 grandchildren; and two sisters, Linda Embacher and Bernita Erickson.

She was preceded in death by her parents and three siblings.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Lung Association, 1118 Hampton Ave., St. Louis, Mo., 63139.

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


Published Friday, August 25, 2006

Doris Tune, formerly of Columbia, passed away Thursday, Aug. 24, 2006, in Maryville, Ill.

Services will be 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 28, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will precede the service at noon.

Survivors include son Marvin Shook; daughters Trina Andrews and Rhonda Tune; five brothers; and three sisters.

Doris was preceded in death by her parents, Marshall and Ann Long; husband Bill; and son Terry Tune.

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


Published Sunday, August 27, 2006

Alfred Benjamin Stephenson, 94, of Columbia passed away on Aug. 25, 2006, at University Hospital.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 1, at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial with military honors will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Mr. Stephenson was born on May 24, 1912, in Unity, Va., to Cadmus T. and Mary Williams Stephenson.

On June 28, 1941, he married Mary Olney in Waverly, N.Y., and she preceded him in death.

He served as a first lieutenant in the U.S. Army during World War II while stationed in the Pacific. He was a member of Missouri United Methodist Church.

Mr. Stephenson obtained his bachelor of science degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute in 1933, his master’s degree from Rutgers University in 1934 and his doctorate from Iowa State University in 1949. He was a faculty member in the poultry science department at the University of Missouri from 1953 until his retirement in 1984. Prior to joining the faculty at the University of Missouri, he was on the faculty at Utah State University.

Mr. Stephenson is survived by his son, Blair Stephenson of Santa Fe, N.M.; daughter Laura Stephenson, her husband, Francois Henriquez, and their children, Alexander and Nicholas, all of Lawrence, Kan.

He was also preceded in death by a son, Gary Stephenson; and a brother, Cadmus W. Stephenson.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Higginsville Parents Association, Higginsville Habilitation Center, Higginsville, Mo., 64037.

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


Published Saturday, September 2, 2006

Ruth A. Garrett, 87, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Aug. 31, 2006 at her home.

There will be no services.

She was born May 30, 1919, in Washington, Iowa, the daughter of John and Dot Allen.

On Feb. 8, 1943, she was married to Glen H. Garrett, and he preceded her in death in June 1988. Ruth graduated in 1937 from Springdale High School in Springdale, Ark.

Survivors include two sons, Brian Garrett and Bruce Garrett; a daughter, Ann Coghill; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.


Published Thursday, September 7, 2006

Stacye Michele Brown-Wooden, 57, of Jefferson City passed away Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2006 at Capital Region Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at Houser-Millard Funeral Home, with the Rev. Cornell Sudduth officiating. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Houser-Millard Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Hawthorn Memorial Gardens.

She was born April 1, 1949, in Jefferson City, a daughter of Alonzo Franklin Brown Jr. and Louella England Brown. She graduated from Jefferson City High School and received a bachelor’s degree in art education from the University of Missouri–Columbia.

She was married to Larry Don Wooden, and to this union three children were born.

Stacye recently was a substitute teacher for the Jefferson City Public School District.

She worked for State Farm Insurance Cos. for 20-plus years, and before that, she was an art instructor at several schools within Columbia Public Schools.

She was a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and Second Baptist Church.

Survivors include her mother, Louella Brown of Jefferson City; two daughters, Natalee Paige Wooden of Columbia and Shannon Michele Wooden of St. Louis; one aunt; and several cousins and in-laws.

She was preceded in death by her father, Alonzo Brown Jr.; one son, Josh Kyle Wooden; and one sister, Lonzella B. Brown.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to American Heart Association.

Arrangements are under the direction of Houser-Millard Funeral Directors, 2613 W. Main, (573) 636-3838, millardfamilychapels.com.


Published Sunday, September 10, 2006

Doris Manion Schuermann, 87, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Sept. 7, 2006, at Candlelight Lodge.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11, at First Christian Church, 101 N. Tenth St. in Columbia. Interment will be at Manion Family Cemetery in Howard County, east of Fayette.

Doris was born April 6, 1919, in Fayette to Lola and Uriel Manion. She started her advanced education at Central Methodist College, followed by a transfer to the University of Missouri-Columbia to finish her bachelor of science and master of science degrees in vocational home economics.

Doris started a teaching career at the Ashland school system followed by teaching at Douglass School in Columbia. She retired after 25 years from the Columbia Public School system, Jefferson Junior High School, where she taught home economics.

She was a member of First Christian Church.

In earlier years, Doris enjoyed genealogy, traveling, quilting, dancing and golfing.

She was also a member of King’s Daughters and the Missouri State Teacher’s Association.

Survivors include her son, Bruce Terrill, and his wife, Christine, of Bellevue, Wash.; two brothers, Vincent Manion and wife Donna of Eugene, Ore., and Emmitt Manion and wife Ginette of Hermosa Beach, Calif.; and two stepsons, Robert Schuermann of St. Louis and Lawrence Schuermann of Monroe City.

Doris was predeceased by her first husband, Harold Terrill; her second husband, Lee Schuermann; and her sons, Kenneth and Kirk Terrill.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Manion Cemetery Corporation, www.manioncemetery.com/donations.html, or to First Christian Church in Columbia.


Published Sunday, September 10, 2006

Campbell Raines Nickerson, five months, began her journey to heaven Thursday, Sept. 7, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services, conducted by Pastor John Battaglia and Pastor Michael Escamilla, will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2006, at Christian Chapel, 3300 S. Providence Road in Columbia. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of service at Christian Chapel.

In honoring the happiest little girl we have ever known, who painted our world pink, we invite you to join us in wearing pink to her service of remembrance. Arrangements made by Nilson Funeral Home.

Campbell Raines Nickerson was born March 24, 2006, in Columbia, the daughter of Terry A. Sr. and Angela L. Boyce-Nickerson.

Survivors include her parents; maternal grandparents Judy Boyce of Columbia and Billy Sr. and Linda Boyce of Harrisburg; paternal grandparents Annie Allen of Vicksburg, Miss., and Delores Smith of Miami, Fla.; four brothers, Malakai Nickerson of Columbia and Nichlas, Rashad and Terry Jr., all of Edwards, Miss.; one sister, Olivia Nickerson of Columbia; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, most of Columbia.

To our perfect baby girl, your time here with us was much too short but oh, so sweet. You touched the lives of everyone who was blessed to know you. You were absolutely perfect in every way, even your perfect little name. We know God took you for a reason and your work here is far from done. You will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved you, for to know you was to love you. Have a great trip, our sweet baby girl - you are now in God’s hands. We love you and will see you soon.

Love, Mommy, Daddy, Liv and Kai


Published Thursday, September 14, 2006

Emogene Helen Whitted, 83, of Columbia passed away Monday, Sept. 11, 2006, at Columbia Regional Hospital.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, at Calvary Baptist Church, 606 Ridgeway St. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Emogene was born on Oct. 8, 1922, in Douglas County, the daughter of Roscoe and Mae Nelson Swearengin. On Aug. 4, 1946, she married Stephen Whitted in Seymour, and he survives.

She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, where she sang in the choir. Emogene enjoyed helping other people in many ways. She enjoyed tutoring and teaching students to read. She was a great cook and loved plants, flowers and gardening.

Survivors include her husband, Stephen; daughter Catherine Collins and her husband, Jeff, of West Des Moines, Iowa; three grandchildren, Courtney Hillyard and her husband, Scott, of Detroit, Jordan Collins of Des Moines and Cayli Collins of Denver; one great-grandson, Nicholas Hillyard of Detroit; and one cousin, Geneve Marlin and her husband, Alvin, of Springfield.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Calvary Baptist Church, 606 Ridgeway St., Columbia, Mo., 65203; or Gideons International, P.O. Box 7108, Columbia, Mo., 65205.

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


Published Wednesday, September 20, 2006

Edward Stewart "Ned" Gibbs, 55, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2006, as a result of injuries suffered in a tragic accident.

During their 37 years of marriage, Ned and his wife, Deborah, had 15 children and 16 grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by his wife and family, who love him so much and look forward to the time they are reunited as an eternal family.

Ned was born May 13, 1951, in Columbia to Edward Nowell and Kitty Sue Gibbs. He was the second of four children and grew up on a farm, where he learned the value of hard work and the importance of family life.

His family later moved to California, where Ned met and later married his eternal companion, Deborah Helen Cashin, on Jan. 20, 1970, and was baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Jan. 19, 1971. They were later sealed for eternity on Feb. 18, 1972, in the Los Angeles Temple. Ned showed his love for the Lord through many years of faithful service.

Ned served his country for eight years in the U.S. Navy. He taught his children great respect for our country and freedom. He attended Brigham Young University, graduating in three years with a degree in manufacturing engineering technology. Ned led his family to Texas, then later back to California, where they resided since 1985. He lived with his family in Camarillo until 2000, when they moved to Oceanside, and then to Newbury Park in 2002. Ned had worked for New Hampshire Ball Bearing in Chatsworth since 2002.

He taught his children the value of work. He built his kids’ bunk beds, still used today at home by his grandchildren. He never took shortcuts and always did things right the first time. He praised his wife always and taught his children that there is no greater honor than to love and respect their mother.

Ned is survived by his loving wife, Debbie; father, Edward; siblings, Linda and husband Ronnie Wallace, Scott and wife Vanette Gibbs and Meredith and husband Joe Fiore; 15 children; and 16 grandchildren.

Ned was preceded in death by his mother, Kitty Sue Gibbs.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Edward Gibbs Memorial Fund in care of Vaughn Gibbs at Wells Fargo Bank.


Published Saturday, September 16, 2006

Joseph Neil Northup, 37, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Sept. 14, 2006, at his home.

A memorial visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 17, at Nilson Funeral Home, 5611 St. Charles Road.

Mr. Northup was born June 11, 1969, in Columbia, the son of Lansford Eaton and Virginia Lee Martin Northup.

He worked as a self-employed painter, enjoyed fishing and riding and working on his vintage Harley-Davidson pan head motorcycle.

Survivors include his mother, Virginia Northup, of Columbia; one sister, Nancy McMillen and her husband, Edward, of Columbia; two nephews, Benjamin Northup and Michael McMillen; two nieces, Tricia Day and Carolyn Babbitt; and two great-nieces.

Memorial contributions may be made to Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, c/o Nilson Funeral Home, 5611 St. Charles Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202.


Published Saturday, September 16, 2006

Joseph Neil Northup, 37, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Sept. 14, 2006, at his home.

A memorial visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 17, at Nilson Funeral Home, 5611 St. Charles Road.

Mr. Northup was born June 11, 1969, in Columbia, the son of Lansford Eaton and Virginia Lee Martin Northup.

He worked as a self-employed painter, enjoyed fishing and riding and working on his vintage Harley-Davidson pan head motorcycle.

Survivors include his mother, Virginia Northup, of Columbia; one sister, Nancy McMillen and her husband, Edward, of Columbia; two nephews, Benjamin Northup and Michael McMillen; two nieces, Tricia Day and Carolyn Babbitt; and two great-nieces.

Memorial contributions may be made to Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, c/o Nilson Funeral Home, 5611 St. Charles Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202.


Published Sunday, September 17, 2006

Bernice G. "Berre" Dysart, 81, of Columbia passed away Friday, Sept. 15, 2006, at her home.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, at the First Christian Church with the Rev. John Yonker officiating. A reception will follow the service. A private burial will be in Columbia Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 18 at Parker Funeral Service.

Mrs. Dysart was born May 20, 1925, in Sullivan to Arthur T. and Julia Hoffman Glaser. She married Philip B. Dysart on Aug. 14, 1948, and he preceded her in death on Feb. 17, 1998.

She graduated from Sullivan High School and received a bachelor of science in education from the University of Missouri.

She was a member and Elder of the First Christian Church, Christian Women’s Fellowship and was a member of the Home Alone Program. She was a former board member at MBA Lenoir and a finalist for the Columbia Hero Award in 2002.

Mrs. Dysart was a volunteer at Boone Hospital Center for more than 35 years and served on the Boone Auxiliary Board in several capacities, including two terms as president.

Survivors include two daughters, Mona Stevenson and husband Jay, and Janice L. Dysart, both of Columbia; and a sister, Wilma C. Bremer of St. Charles.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and two brothers, Oscar and Emil Glaser.

Memorials may be given to First Christian Church or Boone Hospital Auxiliary.


Published Tuesday, September 19, 2006

Joan Marie Onofrio, 80, of Tempe, Ariz., passed away Sunday, Sept. 17, 2006.

Private interment will be on Saturday, Sept. 23, at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Mesa, Ariz.

Joan was born Jan. 30, 1926, in Alliston, Ontario, Canada, to National Hockey Hall of Fame legend Reginald Noble and his wife, Marie. At the age of 18, Joan moved to Washington, D.C., to work for the federal government.

While in Washington, she met her future husband, naval officer Al Onofrio. They were married on Jan. 30, 1947, in Tempe.

In 1958, Joan and Al moved to Columbia when he joined the University of Missouri-Columbia Athletic Department.

Joan spent the next 22 years in Columbia raising her six children and supporting her husband’s career.

In addition, she found time to volunteer at The Wardrobe, Little League Baseball and various organizations. In 1980, Joan and Al returned to Tempe.

She was a good golf partner, an avid bridge player and enjoyed attending auctions and garage sales. She will be remembered as a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother who lived her life with poise, determination and great humor. Joan will be greatly missed by her family and the many close friends she developed over her lifetime.

Survivors include John and Karen Onofrio and Mike and Barb Onofrio, all of Columbia; Ed and Elmarie Onofrio of Tucson; Lou Onofrio of Paola, Kan.; Mary Anne and Kurt H’Doubler of Springfield; Tom Onofrio of Chandler, Ariz.; her grandchildren, Joe, Anthony, Anna, Erin, Alex, Andrew, Jacob and Alyssa Onofrio, and Todd and Sally H’Doubler; and her brother Paul and wife Ollie Noble of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Joan was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and her brother, Edward Noble.

In lieu of flowers or donations, Joan would prefer a prayer.


Published Tuesday, September 19, 2006

Joanne Holm, 63, of Columbia passed away Monday, Sept. 18, 2006.

Memorial services will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21, at St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 914 West Blvd.

Joanne was born May 30, 1943, in Tripoli, Iowa, a daughter of Ewald and Elda Banser Boevers.

She graduated from the Allen Hospital School of Nursing in 1964. She received her bachelor of science degree in nursing in 1991 and her master of science degree in nursing in 1994, both from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

She was a member of Alpha Delta Omega national nursing fraternity and St. Andrews Lutheran Church.

Survivors include her mother, Elda Boevers of Iowa; her son, Michael Holm and wife Katherine Rink of Massachusetts; three daughters, Michelle and husband Mark Raley of California, Laurie Holm of Illinois and Lisa Holm of Missouri; two grandsons, Cole and Guy Raley; three brothers, Gene and wife Cheryl Boevers, Dale and wife Merijo Boevers and Gary and wife Evaline Boevers, all of Iowa; and one sister, Verdine Makedonski of Iowa.

She was preceded in death by her father and brother-in-law George Makedonski.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Funeral Service.


Published Thursday, September 21, 2006

Clarence Elmer Koch, 86, of Columbia passed away on Sept. 20, 2006, at his home.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23 at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial with military honors will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. until time of services Saturday at the funeral home.

Clarence was born on Dec. 27, 1919, in Rocheport to Herman and Lena Fieselman Koch, and they preceded him in death.

On March 23, 1946, he married Laura Phillips in Sedalia, and she survives.

Mr. Koch was a member of the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1945 and served in the European Theater. He worked as a carpenter in the Columbia area along with his brothers Clifford and Virgil for many years and later worked for the city of Columbia at the airport until his retirement in 1984.

Survivors also include his children, Sue Schneider and her husband Gary of Jamestown, Phillip Koch and his wife Lisa of Dallas; two grandchildren, Cynthia Wilber and husband Eric of Humansville, Matthew Schneider and wife Roxanne of Honolulu; three great-grandchildren; one step great-grandchild; three stepsisters, Wanda Trice, Barbara Ravenscraft and Betty Engle.

He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Ralph, Virgil and Clifford; stepmother Beatrice; and stepbrother Wayne.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Missouri River Hospice, 1410 Heriford Road, Columbia, Mo. 65202.

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


Published Saturday, September 23, 2006

T’Jean Alonzo Decoven Johnson, 2 months old, of Columbia died Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2006, at his home.

Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, at H.T. May and Son Funeral Home in Boonville. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to time of service Saturday at H.T. May and Son Funeral Chapel in Boonville.

T’Jean was born July 13, 2006, in Columbia, the son of Hali Burnham and Troy Johnson.

Survivors include his parents; and grandparents Tony and Leilani Burnham of St. Louis; Cynthia Johnson and Alonzo Spencer, of Columbia; paternal great-grandparents Thomas and Dorothy Hubbard of Springfield, Ill.; paternal great-great grandmother Helen Stemmons of Columbia; paternal great aunts and uncles, Juanita Anderson; Vivian Johnson; Kris Johnson; Carolyn Spencer; Mary Miller; Frank Spencer II; Phillip Lovelace; paternal great-great aunt and uncles Lila Stemmons; James and Bianca Kelly; James and Barbra Hickem; James and Stella Johnson; Robert Hickem and William Hickem; paternal uncle Terrence Johnson; two paternal aunts Tia Johnson and Trimicka Johnson; uncle Evan and Keyon Burnham; maternal great aunt and uncles Vivian Burnham; Carla Williams; Wayne Burnham; Bill Burnham; Korey Coleman; Judd Williams; Harvin Myers II; David Williams; Vinece Williams; Robert Burnham; Christine Williams; and Eric Coleman.


Published Monday, September 25, 2006

Martin Luther Rice passed away Sept. 23, 2006, after a brief illness.

There will be a memorial service at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28, at Midway Heights Baptist Church. He will be laid to rest at a private graveside service in Nixa.

He was born in Columbia to Luther and Martha Rice on May 27, 1930, in the home built by his grandfather in northwest Columbia. He moved with his parents as a boy to California where he grew up and married Susie Harp. He worked as a cabinetmaker for 20 years for Jackson Cabinet Shop. He returned to Columbia in 1968 and was employed as a carpenter at University Hospital for 18 years. His retirement was filled with bowling, gardening, bicycling on state trails and making gifts for friends and family with his carpentry skills.

He will be greatly missed by his wife, Susie, of 57 years; daughters, Karen Roberts and husband Steven, and Brenda McGaffic; grandchildren Bonnie Daniels and husband Jason, Amy Turner and husband Joey, Jonathan Roberts, Kristi Underwood and husband Bryan, Sara Satterfield and husband Matthew, Betsie McCracken and husband Matthew, Katy McGaffic and Jessica McGaffic; great-grandchildren Shelby and Hadley Daniels, and Clara Lynn McCracken; his brother, Don and wife Sharon; sisters Mary Doré and Hazel Grizzle; and many family members and friends who loved and admired him.

Arrangements are by Nilson Funeral Home.


Published Monday, September 25, 2006

Mascel Agnes Atwell, 67, of Columbia passed away on Sept. 23, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m., also at Our Lady of Lourdes.

Mascel was born April 25, 1939, in Otterville to Anton and Alice Kemper Gerke, and they preceded her in death. She was married to Van Atwell, and he preceded her in death.

She attended St. Francis Academy in Nevada, Mo., and graduated from St. John’s Hospital School of Nursing in Springfield.

She worked at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Boonville and St. John’s Hospital in Springfield. She worked at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia from 1963 until her retirement in 1995.

She was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.

Survivors include her children, Stanley Atwell and wife Connie of Columbia, Kenton Atwell of Columbia, Dillard and wife Lori of Alamogordo, N.M., Charles Atwell and wife Jenny of Columbia, John Atwell and wife Michelle of O’Fallon, and Debbie Forkner and husband Greg of Buena Vista, Colo.; brothers Frank, Tony, Bob, Paul, Phil and Howard Gerke; sisters Alice Stuff and Karen Hill; and grandchildren Trevor, Tyler, Shelbie, Dylan, Tayler, Katie and Hunter Atwell, and Boone Forkner.

Memorial contributions can be made to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 903 Bernadette Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65203.

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


Published Thursday, September 28, 2006

Mary Louise Nolke, 77, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Sept, 26, 2006.

Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 30, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, with burial to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Memorial Funeral Home, with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m.

She was born Dec. 17, 1928, to Allard and Thelma Mayes in Moberly. Mary Louise married Vernon J. Nolke on Aug. 16, 1947 in Moberly.

Mary Louise enjoyed playing the piano, participating in the Wednesday quilting group and loved to be outdoors, especially planting flowers and working with her hands. Mary Louise greatly enjoyed spending time with her two great-grandchildren.

Mary Louise is survived by her husband, Vernon; her mother, Thelma M. Mayes of San Diego; daughter Thelma Kay Lazear and husband Gary of Columbia; grandson Marlin Guest and wife Yvonne of Columbia; two sisters, Dorothy Maupin of Illinois and Audrey Williams of California; brother Bill Mayes of California; two great-grandchildren, Imoen and Liam Guest of Columbia; and many nieces and nephews.

Her father, Allard Mayes; a brother, Robert Mayes; and a sister, Marilyn Osborne, preceded Mary Louise in death.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Columbia Catholic School, 903 Bernadette Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65203.

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


Published Thursday, September 28, 2006

Lulu Frances Horton of Abilene, Texas, formerly of Columbia, passed away Thursday, Sept. 28, 2006.

A private graveside service will be held at Columbia Cemetery.

Frances was born on Sept. 10, 1912, in Caldwell County to George and Lucy Roberts.

She married Orb Horton in November 1932 and he preceded her in death. Frances owned the Bonnett Shoppe, The Bridal Shop and Horton Antiques in Columbia. She also had hat shops in Mexico, Mo., and Marshall.

She was a member of the Quota Club, Show-Me China Painters, a leader in the 4-H community and a longtime member of First Baptist Church.

Survivors include a son, Jack Horton and wife Margaret of Columbia; daughter Earlene Holman and husband Jerry of Abilene; 10 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Columbia.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Funeral Service & Crematory.


Published Monday, October 2, 2006

Beverly Jean Bennett, 72, of Columbia passed away Saturday, Sept. 30, 2006, at her home.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Burial will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Beverly was born on Aug. 2, 1934, in Bondurant, Iowa, the daughter of Ray H. and Nora Madeline McCleary Tegtmeyer. On Sept. 21, 1952, she married Raymond Bennett in Hughesville, and he preceded her in death.

She was a longtime member of Parkade Baptist Church. Beverly’s life revolved around her children and especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed working on the genealogy of her family.

Survivors include four children: one daughter, Cyndi Hall, and her husband, Howard, of Columbia; three sons, Kevin Bennett and his wife, Julie, of Columbia, Chris Bennett of Columbia and Shaun Bennett and his wife, Rhonda, of Fulton; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; sister Nora Arlene Prisendorf and her husband, Richard, of Concordia; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society, 1900 N. Providence Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202; or the American Foundation For The Blind, 11 Penn Plaza, New York, N.Y., 10001.

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


Published Wednesday, October 4, 2006

Marilyn M. "Nana" Lister, 81, of Columbia passed away Monday, Oct. 2, 2006, at her home.

A celebration of her life open house will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, at 3806 Bent Oak Drive in Columbia.

Marilyn was born March 26, 1925, in Milwaukee, Wis., to Gustav and Gertrude Braun Marx. She married Harold Lister in 1945, and he preceded her in death on Nov. 10, 1987. She was later preceded in death by her fiance, John Burns.

Marilyn moved to Columbia in 1969, coming from Milwaukee.

She was a piano teacher most of her life.

She was a housemother to the wonderful boys at Alpha Gamma Sigma at the University of Missouri for 11 years. She loved her family and friends and loved to travel. She was a member of Congregation Beth Shalom.

Survivors include four sons, Andy and his wife, Wendy Lister, of Columbia, Peter and his wife, Dianne Lister, and Steven and his wife, Chris Lister, both of Greendale, Wis., and Todd and his wife, Dale Lister, of Athens, Ga.; a daughter, Wendy and her husband, Jack Paustian, of Columbia; a brother, Duke Marx and his wife, Betty, of Key Largo, Fla.; a sister, Tuddy and her husband, Martie Williams, of Scottsdale, Ariz.; grandchildren Tracy and husband Paul Choate, Josh and his wife, Michelle Lister, Jeff and his wife, Jess Lister, Ashley and her husband, Rex, Sunny and her husband, Don Scott, Amy and her husband, Dave Courtney, Jill and her husband, Jeff Libby, Hannah Lister, Gus Lister, and Amy and her husband, Mike Fouty; nine great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren, including her special friend, Aidan.

Memorials may be given to Congregation Beth Shalom.

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


Published Wednesday, October 11, 2006

Sandra "Sandy" Jean Frost, 66, of Columbia passed away Saturday, Oct. 7, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center surrounded by her loving family.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at Nilson Funeral Home.

Sandy was born Dec. 26, 1939, in Columbia to Cecil and Thelma Weekly Calvin. Sandy’s mother passed away at a young age, and Cecil later married Anna Calvin.

Except for a brief stay with relatives in Kansas City, Sandy lived her life in Boone County. She proudly earned a GED and worked clerical and bookkeeping jobs, including 15 years at Montgomery Ward.

She was a wonderful wife to Charles Frost, whom she married on April 28, 1978, and a caring mother and grandmother.

Sandy spent time gardening, reading and playing cards, bingo and other games. She loved the St. Louis Cardinals, and she was a great fan in the stands when her sons, daughter or grandchildren played sports. Animals were another interest, from caring for house pets to taking time to enjoy hummingbirds and other wildlife.

Sandy leaves behind her husband, Charles; stepmother Anna Calvin of Hallsville; two sons, Douglas Allen Calvin of Jefferson City and James Lewis "J.L." Via Jr. of Columbia; one daughter, MeLinda Via Schnyder of Wichita, Kan.; sister Linda Meadows of Columbia; brother Verdell Calvin of Arizona; and eight grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her son, Roy Dale Calvin, in 2003.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests you send memorial contributions in Sandy’s name to the animal rescue organization Columbia Second Chance, at P.O. Box 10186, Columbia, Mo., 65202.


Published Sunday, October 8, 2006

Marianne Moon Thomas died Saturday, Sept. 30, 2006, at home at Friendship Village in Chesterfield.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 15 in the Firestone Baar Chapel at Stephens College.

Mrs. Thomas was born July 31, 1912, in Carthage, the eldest of five children of Alfred C. Moon, the superintendent of schools in Malden, and Grace Bowers Moon, an elementary school teacher.

She attended elementary and secondary school in Malden, graduating from high school in 1929. She attended Central Methodist College in Fayette and the University of Missouri-Columbia.

Mrs. Thomas was a member of the Missouri League of Women Voters, where she served as a director and human rights chairman. She also served as a member of the Missouri Association of Social Welfare, Missouri Council of Churches Legislative Review Committee and the Missouri Coalition for Social Justice. She campaigned for a public defender system and in opposition to the death penalty in Missouri.

Mrs. Thomas was a Quaker and attended the Columbia Friends Meeting.

On Dec. 19, 1935, she married Dr. Lloyd B. Thomas of the MU chemistry department. They raised six children in Columbia, all of whom survive: Martha Stuber of Creve Coeur; Ellen Dunn of Eugene, Ore.; Lloyd Thomas Jr. of Manhattan, Kan.; Marianne Mimi Link of Elkton, Md.; Charles Thomas of Kansas City; and Jeannie Thomas Hamdani of Santa Cruz, Calif.; 17 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Richard Bartlett Moon, a retired career diplomat with the United States Department of State.

Mrs. Thomas was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her brothers, Alfred C. Moon Jr. and Jon Keith Moon; and her sister, Eleanor Philpott.

A memorial fund has been established with the United Negro College Fund. Donations, with notation that they are for the "Marianne Moon Thomas Fund," may be mailed to United Negro College Fund, Attn: Francine Walker, 8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, P0 Box 10444, Fairfax, Va. 22031.


Published Wednesday, October 11, 2006

Henry C. Wiswall III, age 93, of Mountain Home died Monday, Oct. 9, 2006.

Visitation will be from noon to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11, at Roller Funeral Home in Mountain Home with the family receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. A vigil service will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Roller Chapel. A funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church with the Rev. James Fanrak as celebrant. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Memorial Cemetery in Columbia.

He was born Jan. 30, 1913, in Rocheport to Henry Clinton and Jennie Huntington Wiswall.

On Nov. 29, 1969, he married Genevieve Dulle Chamberlain in Kansas City and moved to Mountain Home in 1995 from Kansas City. Mr. Wiswall was a retired painter with the University of Missouri-Columbia and Kansas City, a member of St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church and was a former member of the Knights of Columbus.

Survivors are his wife, Genevieve Wiswall of the home; one son, James T. and wife Diane Wiswall of St. Louis; one stepdaughter, Ann Freeman of Mountain Home; one sister, Jane Wiswall of Columbia; four grandchildren, Melissa and husband Rick Steiner and Mark Freeman, all of Mountain Home, Jon and wife Jill Wiswall of Kirkland, Wash., and Steven Wiswall of Chicago; and one great-grandson, Jackson Steiner of Mountain Home.

He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife Dorothy Foerst Wiswall; and two sisters, Mary Lloyd and Grace Gentry.

Memorials may be made to Masses, St. Peter’s Building Fund or Hospice of the Ozarks.

Visit the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.


Published Friday, October 20, 2006

Louise Murray, 86, died Thursday, Oct. 19, 2006, at her home in Columbia.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 22, at Parker Funeral Service, 22 N. Tenth St., conducted by the Rev. Kathy Morrison. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Sunday at Parker Funeral Service. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mrs. Murray was born Sept. 10, 1920, in Harrisburg to Jodie C. and Willie M. Stidham Buckler.

She married Joe S. Murray on Oct. 10, 1941, in Hallsville. He died Oct. 22, 2001.

Mrs. Murray lived her entire life in Boone County. She graduated from Sturgeon High School and later work as a bookkeeper at Stephens College. Mrs. Murray loved her family and enjoyed drives in the country. She also enjoyed embroidery and had completed more than 150 pillowcases in the past five years. She was a member of Wilkes Boulevard United Methodist Church.

Mrs. Murray is survived by her daughter, Bobbie Dysart of Columbia; her son, Phillip J. Murray of Columbia; three brothers, Granville Buckler of Columbia, Wendell Buckler of Columbia and Leland Buckler of Higginsville; four grandchildren, Chris Dysart and wife Dawn, Andrea Dysart, Sarah Butler and husband Andy and Michael Murray; two great-grandchildren, Arianna and Jordyn Butler.

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

Memorials may be given to the Cancer Research Center, 3501 Berrywood, Columbia, Mo. 65201.


Published Monday, October 23, 2006
 

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24, at Memorial Funeral Home with the Rev. Don Snyder officiating. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until time of service. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Helen was born Jan. 28, 1923, in McFall, the daughter of Charles Owen and Zetta April Danner Rhodes. On Dec. 17, 1940, she married R.V. "Noisy" Mansfield, and he preceded her in death in September of 2003.

She enjoyed playing bingo and reading and also enjoyed knitting and quilting. She was the receptionist for Mansfield Waterproofing for more than 50 years. Her greatest love was her four sons, their wives, all of her grandchildren and two cats, Goldy and Smokey.

Survivors include four sons, Jim Mansfield and his wife, Joan, of Centerview, Stephen Mansfield and his wife, Vicki, of Columbia, Keith Mansfield and his wife, Anita, of Marlow, Okla., Kevin Mansfield and his wife, Georganna, of Columbia; eight grandchildren, Kimberly Gebhardt, Kelli Mansfield, Ashley Mansfield and Tyler Mansfield, all of Columbia, Nicolas Mansfield and Garrett Tucker of Marlow, Okla., Hilary Campe of Duluth, Minn., and Matthew Mansfield, of Fairmont, Minn; two great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn Gebhardt of Columbia and Max Campe of Duluth, Minn.; one sister, Louise Loyd Dysart. Other survivors include several nieces and nephews and numerous bingo- and card-playing friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; twin daughters in infancy; one sister, Hazel Watson; and one brother, Gene Rhodes.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Central Missouri Humane Society, 616 Big Bear Blvd., Columbia, Mo. 65202, or Cedar Creek Therapeutic Riding Center 4895 E. Highway 163, Columbia, Mo. 65201.

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


Published Monday, October 23, 2006

Gladys Lorraine Smiley, 88, died Sunday, Oct. 22, 2006, in Wesley Glen, Worthington, Ohio.

Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25 at Arnold Funeral Home, 425 South Jefferson, Mexico, Mo., 581-5330, with the Rev. Randy Sawyer officiating. Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Elmwood Cemetery.

She was born Oct. 4, 1918, in Centralia to Claude and Henrietta Butler Hulen.

In December of 2000, Gladys and her husband, Owen Travis "O.T." Smiley, moved from Columbia to the Willow Brook Christian Home in Delaware, Ohio, to be near their son.

In Columbia, they owned and operated Smiley’s Cafeteria for many years.

Gladys was very involved in the numerous activities available at Willow Brook. She never turned down a bridge game, and she also enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, bingo, crafts, the Red Hat Club, bus trips, computer games, the library, and most important her many, many friends there.

Gladys was a kind, gracious, and loving lady and will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

A very special thanks to her loving, caring friend, Sharon Ward.

She is survived by her son, Ron and his wife, Judy, of Powell; several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Owen, in May 2001, along with five brothers and three sisters.

Those wishing to make a donation may make it in Gladys’s name to Willow Brook Christian Home, 100 Willow Brook Way South, Delaware, Ohio, 43015.

Delaware, Ohio, arrangements were handled by Robinson Funeral Home.

Condolences may be expressed at www.robinsonfuneralhomeinc.com.


Published Friday, October 27, 2006

Floyd Raymond Watson, 95, of Springfield died Thursday, Oct. 26, 2006, at Maranatha Village.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 30 at Memorial Funeral Home, with visitation from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will immediately follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

He was born Feb. 4, 1911, in Dixon, a son of John William Watson and Stella Mae Jones Watson. He graduated from Dixon High School in 1929.

Floyd married Arnia Emma Bryant on Sept. 24, 1933, in Dixon. He was in the Army Air Force during World War II as a machinist at Tonopah, Nev.

Floyd worked at Lockheed-Martin in Sunnyvale, Calif., for 25 years until retirement. He was a machinist planner for the Apollo Space Shuttle and many satellites. After retirement, he enjoyed making violins and stringing bows.

He was a member of Central Assembly of God Church in San Jose, Calif., and later moved his membership to Central Assembly of God in Springfield.

He later moved to Maranatha Villages in Springfield.

Floyd and Arnia had two children who survive, Alan Bryant Watson of Columbia and Elaine Sue Watson Wood of Sedalia. Elaine has two children, Michelle Linette Davis and Michael Alan Wood. Michelle has three daughters, Shauntaya Lynn Taylor, Cheyanne Miranda Dawn Davis and Sheric Helen Michelle Davis. Michael has two children, Britney Lynn Wood and Bradley Alan Wood.

Arnia preceded Floyd in death April 16, 1998. Also one brother, who was stillborn, and four sisters preceded him in death: Opal Watson, Mabel Baker, Dessie Kosloff and Esther Bassett.

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


Published Monday, October 30, 2006

Ruby Heleena Ianke, 90, of Rocheport passed away Friday, Oct. 27, 2006, at Columbia Regional Hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 1, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Burial will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Ruby was born July 1, 1916, in New Melle, the daughter of Alvin and Elsa Fuchs Wessler. She married George Ianke on July 3, 1938.

She was a member of Columbia United Church of Christ, where she was a very active member.

Ruby loved to spend time quilting, doing needlework and gardening.

Survivors include three children, Don Ianke and his wife, Leesa, Cliff Ianke and his wife, Donna, and Jim Ianke; one granddaughter, Jenna Ianke; two great-granddaughters, Makaela and Makenley Goldman; two brothers, Kermit Wessler and Irvin Wessler; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Columbia United Church of Christ, 3201 I-70 Drive N.W., Columbia, Mo., 65201; Shriner’s Hospital for Crippled Children, 2001 S. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, Mo., 63131; or Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, 710 W. 168th St., New York, N.Y., 10032.

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


Published Thursday, November 2, 2006

A.F. Fullington, 81, of Columbia died Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2006, at Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital.

Graveside services, conducted by Dr. John Yonker, will be held 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3, at Memorial Park Cemetery in Columbia.

Mr. Fullington was born March 12, 1925, to Roy Franklin and Golden Bowen Fullington in Prairie Hill.

He married Juanita Fritz on June 21, 1946, in Columbia. He was a service manager for Henderson Implement Small Engines for a number of years.

Survivors include his wife, Juanita, of Columbia; two sons, Roy Fullington of Columbia and Jon Fullington of Eldon; four daughters, Patricia Bohanon of Roxboro, N.C., JoEllen Rasmussen of Belton, Becky Brockelsby of St. Louis and Laura Wolf of Bellvue, Idaho; 17 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by one brother and one sister.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to H.S.T. Veterans Hospice, 800 Hospital Drive, Columbia, Mo., 65201.


Published Friday, November 3, 2006

Derek Struckhoff, 18, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Nov. 2, 2006.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 6, at Memorial Funeral Home.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Derek was born July 22, 1988, in Columbia, the son of Mark and Bobbi Struckhoff.

He was very respectful to his elders and was engaging to pursue a career in automotive technology.

Survivors include his father, Mark Struckhoff; mother Bobbi Struckhoff; brother Cody Struckhoff; and grandparents Frank and Bette Struckhoff, Glenda Redmon and the late Don Redmon.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the charity of the donor’s choice in memory of Derek.

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


Published Wednesday, November 8, 2006

Margaret M. Crane, 79, of Columbia passed away Monday, Nov. 6, 2006, at Ashland Healthcare.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10, at Memorial Funeral Home, with the Rev. Don Snyder officiating. Visitation will be held from 2 p.m. Friday until time of service. Burial will take place at Columbia Cemetery.

Margaret was born on Oct. 27, 1927, in Boone County, the daughter of Orville and Vinetta Acton Perkins.

She was a member of the VFW Post 280 Ladies Auxiliary.

Survivors include one son, Randy Crane of Columbia; two grandsons, Troy Crane of Berlin, Mass., and Kevin Crane of Thompson; three sisters, Dorothy Coats, Thelma Robb and Opal Zigler, all of Columbia; and two great-granddaughters.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers.

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


Published Sunday, November 12, 2006

Florence Bell Sims, 91, lifelong resident of Boone County, passed away Friday, Nov. 10, 2006, at The Bluffs.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 14 at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 13 at the funeral home. Burial will take place in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Florence was born on Oct. 12, 1915, in Riggs, the daughter of Bennett Forrest and Vima Ann Keithley Winn.

On Dec. 20, 1930, she married Carson Sims in Riggs, and he preceded her in death.

She was a member of the Union Methodist Church of Riggs and also a member of the Eastern Star Chapter 421 in Harrisburg. She retired from the Columbia Public Schools in 1985.

Survivors include three children, Rose Prewitt, and her husband, Jake, of Columbia; E.B. Sims and his wife, Linda, of Madison; and Jackie G. Sims and his wife, Trina, of Bowling Green; 15 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Carson; daughter, Florence Ann Evans; two sisters; and one brother.

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

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


Published Sunday, November 12, 2006

LaDon Richard Capron, 75, of Columbia, died Friday, Nov. 10, 2006, at his residence.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15 at Open Door Baptist Church in Columbia with visitation from 9:30 a.m. until time of service.

He was born Sept. 25, 1931, in Pulaski, Ill., the son of the late Rev. Arba A. and LaVerne Milford Capron. Don married Marilyn LaDue Capron on Aug. 24, 1952, in Hannibal.

Don was a 1950 graduate of Wood River High School in Illinois. He then attended Hannibal LaGrange College in Hannibal on a basketball scholarship before transferring to Midwestern University in Wichita Falls, Texas. Before graduation, Don served two years in the U.S. Army in Europe, where he toured on an Army basketball team. Upon his return to civilian life, Don graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a B.S. in business.

Don worked in real estate, construction and chemical sales most of his life, both in the Columbia and Lake Ozark area. He was a member of the Open Door Baptist Church. Don loved spending times outdoors, traveling and spending time with his grandchildren, and often encouraged the boys with "shoot the ball!"

Along with his wife, Don is survived by two sons, Mark Richard Capron, and his wife, Laurel, of Fenton and David Alan Capron and his wife, Susan, of Columbia; one daughter, Ruth Michele Capron-Walton of Columbia; six grandchildren, Meredith and Stephen Capron of Fenton; Hannah, Joshua, Jon Robert and Mary Catherine Capron, all of Columbia; a brother, J. Austin Capron and his wife, Shirley, of Silver Springs, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews.

Don was preceded in death by his parents and several aunts and uncles.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Open Door Baptist Church, 4838 Meadow Lark Lane, Columbia, Mo. 65201 or Coyote Hill Children’s Home 9501 Coyote Hills Road, Harrisburg, Mo. 65256.

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


Published Saturday, November 18, 2006

Quata Joy Shelton, 76, of Columbia passed away Friday, Nov. 17, 2006, at Lenoir Woods Health Care Center after a relatively short illness.

Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 20, at Memorial Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Monday at the church.

Mrs. Shelton, wife of George Shelton, had lived in their home in Lenoir Village for the last four years. Their children, Kay Ellen Kapp and Darrell G. Shelton, were in town and present for her final days of life.

Joy was born in Stephenville, Texas, on May 29, 1930, the first child of Kasper and Opel Eads Stephens. She moved with her family to Arlington, Texas, in 1940. She graduated from high school and completed two years of college at what is now known as the University of Texas at Arlington.

She married George Shelton in Arlington in 1949. They moved immediately to Missouri. After a few months in a private veterinary practice, they moved to Columbia, where they would live and work at the University of Missouri for the next 25 years.

Joy was always interested in her husband’s work, especially as it involved students. She was active for years gathering monies for the student loan fund. She served for many years as the faculty wives’ chairwoman for the Veterinary Auxiliary Loan Funds.

In August of 1973, her husband George was appointed dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Texas A&M University. Joy went along happily, as she saw new avenues of social and political work. She took a job as coordinator of tourist information at Bryan/College Station, Texas. Soon, she was named chairwoman of the HUD committee to plan and coordinate streets and sewers for much of the depressed areas of Bryan.

In 1988, after George retired from Texas A&M, they elected to return to Columbia, as the area had remained close to their hearts. They had continued to be active in their community although living in full retirement.

Survivors include her husband, George, of Columbia; children Kay Kapp and husband Harry and Darrell and wife Joyce, all of Belleville, Ill.; grandchildren Andy Cohle and wife Rosanna of Craig, Colo., Corey Cohle and wife Elisa of Kalamazoo, Mich., Dustin Cohle and wife Beth of Grand Rapids, Mich., Natalie Shelton of Baton Rouge, La., Leigh Shelton of Tucson, Ariz., and Max Shelton of Tampa, Fla.; and great-grandchild Ashton Cohle.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Joy and George Shelton Veterinary Medical Scholarship Fund, c/o Greg Jones, MU College of Veterinary Medicine, W205 Veterinary Medicine Building, Columbia, Mo., 65211.

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


Published Sunday, November 19, 2006

Emmett I. Coleman, 81, died Friday, Nov. 17, 2006, at Columbia Manor.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 21, at Midway Locust Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Parker Funeral Service, 22 N. Tenth St.

Mr. Coleman was born March 31, 1925, in Columbia to Benjamin E. and Martha Sappington Coleman. He was a graduate of University High School in Columbia, and he served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.

He was married to Betty Jo Sapp on Sept. 6, 1947. She died April 5, 1994.

Mr. Coleman was a pipe fitter and retired from Pipe Fitters Local 562. He lived in Columbia most of his life.

He is survived by two sons, Steve Coleman of Clark and Robert Coleman of Columbia; one brother, David F. Coleman of Brownstown, Ill.; and two grandsons, Robert and Chris Coleman of Columbia.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, three brothers and one sister.

Tributes may be left online at www.parkerfuneralservice.com.


Published Sunday, November 19, 2006

Dr. Leland Pfefer died Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2006.

A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 20, at Unitarian Universalist Church, 2615 Shepard Blvd.

Leland Pfefer was born Nov. 8, 1935, in Denver. Following his father’s death, Lee’s mother moved the family to Kansas City. Thereafter, Lee attended the University of Missouri-Columbia.

During his first year of college, Lee joined the Sigma Alpha Mu fraternity and found himself failing every class. Fearing the wrath of his mother, Lee begged a meeting with Dean Smith to plead for another chance. Dean Smith asked Lee what he wanted to do with his life. Lee’s reply was "I want to be a doctor," to which the dean responded, "You will never make it."

From that point on, Lee earned straight A’s, became a member of Phi Beta Kappa and attended the University of Missouri School of Medicine, where he was nominated for membership in Alpha Omega Alpha. He completed residency and later became chief resident of the Internal Medicine Program at the University of Missouri School of Medicine. Dean Smith later became a patient of Lee’s for the remainder of his life.

This story is only one example of the extraordinary life Dr. Leland Pfefer led in his 71 years. An avid runner, he completed numerous marathons, including the Boston Marathon in 1979 and multiple Heart of America marathons, and was awarded the 80,000 mile pin for running at least that many during his lifetime.

Lee met his wife, June, in 1953 during their freshman year in college at the University of Missouri. They were married in 1958 and shared 48 years together building a home, a family and many wonderful memories.

An accomplished physician, Lee began his solo medical practice in internal medicine in 1965. In 2002, Boone Hospital Center asked Lee to serve as director of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Center.

However, Lee’s greatest pride and joy was his family. A truly dedicated husband and father, Lee acted as ballet, barber and milkshake chauffeur. He even learned the game of soccer to coach his 10-year-old son’s team.

Lee’s warmhearted, kind and caring nature are brightly reflected by the love of his family and many friends. He was a dedicated doctor, a caring father and a devoted husband who will be sorely missed by many but always remembered.

After spending the last day of his life doing what he loved most, treating his patients, Lee died suddenly at his home.

Dr. Leland Pfefer is survived by his wife, June; daughter Amy and her husband Rick; son Taz and wife Joleen and their two children, Kristin and James; and son Chad and wife Kim. Sisters Janet Tanzer and Bea Schwartz and brothers Bernard and Arvin also survive.

Memorials may be made to Boone Hospital Foundation, Cardiac Care Program, 1600 E. Broadway, Box 88, Columbia, Mo., 65201.

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


Published Wednesday, November 22, 2006

Helen Brown, 66, of Sturgeon died Friday, Nov. 17, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services, officiated by the Rev. George Colerman, will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 25, at St. Luke United Methodist Church, 204 E. Ash St. Burial will be at Mount Horeb Cemetery in Sturgeon. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Warren Funeral Chapel, 12 E. Ash.

Helen was born May 12, 1940, to Clay Hayes and Dorothy Tinder in Sturgeon. She was married to William Brown.

She was a member of St. James Baptist Church in Sturgeon and the adult choir.

She is survived by her husband, William "Willie" Brown of Sturgeon; sons William Brown Jr., Kevin Brown and Carl Brown; daughters Wannetta Brown, Reba Brown and Miranda Brown Turner; brothers Deibert Harris, Wayne Harris, Walter Harris and Lawrence Harris; sisters Janice Palmer, Cornelia Hayes, Marilyn Marks, Sondra Sheard, Dondra Vasquez, Delores Turner, Barbra Kelly, Gladys Young and Mary Warren; 14 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.


Published Monday, November 20, 2006

William Lee McKee Sr., age 76, of Columbia passed away Friday, Nov. 17, 2006, at his home.

Services, officiated by the Rev. William Jenkins, will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 22, at Fifth Street Christian Church, 401 N. Fifth St. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Masonic rites will be conducted Tuesday at the church, and the public is invited.

Bill McKee was born July 23, 1930, in Hillsdale to Hadley McKee and Althea Castain. At age 8, his family moved to Columbia.

Bill graduated from Douglass High School in May 1950, where he lettered in football and basketball.

He was married to June Elizabeth Clarkson on Feb. 2, 1951, by the late Rev. Frank H. Coleman.

Bill entered the Army in 1951 and received an honorable discharge as a corporal in 1955. He entered Lincoln University in Jefferson City in 1955 and received his bachelor’s degree in 1959. He was hired by the Columbia Housing Authority in 1959 and worked 31 years, serving the last 16 years as the executive director until his retirement in 1990.

Bill was a dedicated member of Fifth Street Christian Church for more than 50 years, serving as board president, elder and men’s choir member.

He was also a member of Richard T. Kelly American Legion Post No. 238, Rising Sun Lodge No. 164 F & AM, Queen City Consistory No. 109 33rd Degree, Dorsey Russell Chapter No. 4 HRAM, Allah Shrine Temple No. 6, Columbia Northwest Rotary Club and the Lincoln University Alumni Association, and lifetime member of the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials, Anit-Racism Committee and the Minority Men’s Network.

He leaves to mourn his passing three devoted sons, William McKee Jr. and wife Freda of Columbia, Michael McKee and wife Cabrina of Plano, Texas, and Kevin McKee and wife Janet of Columbia; seven adorable grandchildren, Timis, Krystal, Timmy, James, Micah, Gabrielle and Alysiah; two great-grandchildren, Jasmyn and Alexander; his father, Hadley McKee of Detroit; three brothers, Richard Ferguson and wife Louise of Kansas City, Howard Turner and wife Cora and Gilbert McKee and wife Sena; one sister, Dorothy Hickam of Columbia; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Bill was preceded in death by his mother, Althea Grant; wife of 53 years, June McKee; brother, Anderson McKee; and sister, Louis Coats.

Arrangements under the direction of Warren Funeral Chapel, 12 E. Ash St., Columbia.

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Published Monday, November 20, 2006

Billie D. Trumbo, 82, died Sunday, Nov. 19, 2006, at his home in Columbia.

Services, conducted by the Rev. Bruce Caldwell, will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 22, at Nilson Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Billie D. Trumbo was born Sept. 2, 1924, in Newton, Kan., the son of Olla Dell and Altha Nettie Burchett Trumbo.

He married Anna Belle Smith on June 18, 1944, in Chillicothe, and she survives.

He worked for John Deere Implement and J.C. Penney Foremost Guernsey Farm and as a roofer for the University of Missouri.

Also surviving are two sons, Jerry Trumbo of Columbia and John Trumbo of Petaluma, Calif.; three daughters, Audrey Hendren of Columbia, Ruby Mason of Chandler, Ariz., and Dianne Kaye Jesse of Columbia; two sisters, Fern Allnutt and Anna Mae Glick, both of Chillicothe; 12 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Billie Dean Trumbo Jr.; three brothers, Lowell Trumbo, Olla Dell Trumbo Jr. and James Trumbo.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society, 1900 N. Providence Road, Suite 105, Columbia, Mo., 65202.


Published Friday, November 24, 2006

Ronald Ross McGlasson, 93, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Nov. 23, 2006, at West Village Manor.

A memorial gathering will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 25, at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Bower Cemetery in Alsey, Ill.

Ronald was born on June 27, 1913, to Jess and Edith McGlasson in Alsey, and they preceded him in death.

On July 4, 1942, Ronald married Faye Winner in St. Louis. She preceded him in death.

He was a retired general contractor in Columbia for 40 years. Ronald was also a consulting rosarian of the Midwest for the American Rose Society and was a member of the British Rose Society. Ronald was an avid University of Missouri-Columbia Tiger basketball fan and was honored as a 50-year season-ticket holder. He was a school board member at Harrisburg High School. Ronald was a 32nd-degree Mason, a member of the George Washington Lodge in St. Louis. He was also a member of Alsey Baptist Church.

Ronald is survived by a son, Bill McGlasson and wife Margaret of Mobile, Ala.; two daughters, Jackie Barber and husband Loren of Winchester, Ill., and Nancy Brock of Columbia; seven grandchildren, Tim Barber, Beth Calderon, Clark Barber, Chris Neff, Tom Barber, Devin Bell and Megan Thomas; 10 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Pauline Palmier of St. Louis and Betty Bayers of Columbia; and a brother, Bill McGlasson of Columbia.

Ronald was also preceded in death by two brothers, Paul McGlasson and Matt McGlasson.

Ronald was an adoring father, grandfather and great-grandfather. In his 93 years, he was loved by all whose lives he touched.

He will be greatly missed and always loved.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Alsey Baptist Church in Alsey or the Masonic Home in Kansas City, in c/o of Coonrod Funeral Home, 107 E. Cross St., Winchester, Ill., 62694.

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


Published Wednesday, December 20, 2006

Betty Patrick Daugherty, 78, died peacefully Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2006, at her home in Williamsburg, Va., after a courageous fight with lung cancer.

Her body was cremated, and her ashes will be scattered in Chesapeake Bay. A memorial celebration will be held in Williamsburg at a later date.

Betty was born on Aug. 28, 1928, in Warren, Ohio, to Lloyd and Nepalena Patrick. She attended Kent State, studying voice, and later took additional courses at Ohio State.

Through the years, the Daugherty’s made their home in many places: Ohio, Kentucky, North Carolina, Missouri, India, Washington, D.C., Bangladesh, Kenya and Virginia.

While living in Columbia, Betty worked at Stephens College as department secretary in the TV, Radio and Film Department and at the University of Missouri-Columbia as secretary to the dean of the School of Medicine. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Columbia, Fortnightly Club and the Business and Professional Women’s Club.

Betty moved to New Delhi, India, in 1970 with her husband and children, beginning many happy years on overseas assignments. While living abroad, Betty spent her time in volunteer work aimed at relieving the suffering and despair of the poor. After her husband’s retirement, she moved to Kilmarnock, Va., where she spent several years as a hospice volunteer.

Betty will be missed for her wonderful hospitality, her warm smile and welcome to friends and newcomers alike.

Betty is survived by her husband of 58 years, Dr. David M. Daugherty of Williamsburg, Va.; her five children, Janet L. Vaslow, Columbia, David M. Daugherty Jr., Abingdon, Md., Colleen Patrick Waters, Ft. Collins, Colo., Deborah S. Stoll, Hannibal and Kathleen Tesnakis, Troy, N.Y.; her brother, Ben Patrick, San Luis Obispo, Calif.; and six grandchildren.

Memorial gifts may be made to Hospice Support Services of the Northern Neck, 2210 Suggests Point Road, Warsaw, Va., 22572.


Published Sunday, November 26, 2006

Harold L. Gordon III, 28, of Columbia died Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2006, in Slater.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28, at Warren Funeral Chapel, 12 E. Ash St. Visitation will be from noon until 2 p.m. Tuesday at the chapel.

Harold was born July 24, 1978, in Columbia to Harold L. Gordan Jr. and Lee Mayfield.

He is survived by his mother, Lee Mayfield, of Columbia; a son, Datrejoin Gordon of Moberly; three brothers, Troy Mayfield, Brian Mayfield and Shawn Gordon, all of Columbia; two sisters, Bethany Gordon and Jamie Mayfield, both of Columbia; grandmother Barbara Gordon of Columbia and grandfather Harold Gordon Sr. of Columbia; one aunt; and three uncles.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Warren Funeral Chapel.


Published Sunday, December 3, 2006

Bill Q. Officer, 80, of Columbia passed away Saturday, Dec. 2, 2006, at Columbia Regional Hospital.

Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 4, at Broadway Christian Church. Entombment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from noon to 1:30 p.m. Monday at the church.

Bill was born on Dec. 5, 1925, in Slater to Frank and Nellie Toohey Officer, and they preceded him in death. On Dec. 31, 1955, he married Maxine Schutt in Thayer, and she also preceded him in death. He served in the U.S. Navy and was stationed in Panama.

Bill was a graduate of Slater High School and the University of Missouri. He was an active member of the Columbia Cosmopolitan Club, Broadway Christian Church, Columbia Chamber of Commerce, the Masonic Lodge, Aleppo Grotto and Shriner’s Club. He owned and operated Officer Mechanical Contracting in Columbia until his retirement in 2001.

He is survived by daughters Susan Schernitzki of Columbia, Mary Downey of Olathe, Kan., Linda Crites, of Columbia and Sara Dugas of Stafford, Va.; son Steven Officer of Columbia; brothers Drew Officer of San Antonio, Texas, and Don Officer of Kansas City; sisters DuAyne Lewis of Slater, Janice Officer of Oak Grove, Jobyna Shewmake of Granby and Judith Officer of Tampa, Fla.; eight granddaughters; one grandson; and two great-granddaughters.

He was also preceded in death by brothers D. Gail and Frank Officer.

Memorial contributions can be made to Broadway Christian Church, 2601 W. Broadway, Columbia, Mo., 65203; or American Cancer Society, 1900 N. Providence Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

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


Published Wednesday, December 6, 2006

Billie "Bill" Charles Jennings, 79, of Columbia passed away Monday, Dec. 4, 2006, at his home.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 7, at Parker Funeral Service with Deacon Fred Fritsch officiating. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Mr. Jennings was born Dec. 6, 1926, in Chattanooga, Tenn., to James Robert and Nellie Erb Jennings.

He married Colleen Merinkers on April 21, 1953, in Memphis, Tenn., and she survives.

He attended Central High School in Chattanooga and was a golden glove boxer.

Mr. Jennings served in the Merchant Marines, U.S. Navy and the United States Marine Corps for 22 years. He was a Korean War veteran. In his second and third careers, he was employed by Fowler Company as a sales representative and retired from Columbia Public Schools in 1989 as a building supervisor of Hickman High School.

He loved to fish and loved even more to read tales of the American West and the Gold Rush, and, like many southerners, he was a consummate storyteller.

Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Colleen; a brother and sister-in-law, Donald E. and Nancy Jennings and family of Philadelphia.; a daughter and son-in-law, Gina and Ried Millsap of Topeka, Kan.; a son and daughter-in-law, Allen and Lisa Jennings of Columbia; grandchildren Nick Millsap and Jessica, Jennifer and Alyssa Jennings; a great-grandson, Austin Millsap; and a sister-in-law, Christina Zwatschka of Pensacola, Fla.

He was preceded in death by a brother, James Robert "Rink" Jennings; a daughter, Amy Theresa Jennings; and two beloved dogs, Speddy and Lulu.

He was kind and loving - a bit hard-headed, but never hard-hearted. He will be greatly missed.

Memorials may be given to Columbia Catholic School.


Published Thursday, December 7, 2006

Jennifer Ormiston Lewis, 29, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2006, at University Hospital from complications of Addisons Disease.

Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10, at First Christian Church in Columbia.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday at Memorial Funeral Home.

Jennifer was born June 8, 1977, in Columbia, the daughter of Bob and Pru Ormiston. On July 8, 2006, she married Marc Lewis in Columbia, and he survives.

She attended school in Columbia and Chillicothe, graduated high school from Sedalia Smith-Cotton, and attended Johnson County Community College and the University of Missouri-Columbia.

Jennifer worked in Kansas City until moving home to Columbia, working most recently at University Hospital.

She is survived by her husband, Marc Lewis; parents, Bob and Pru Ormiston; brothers, Sam Ormiston, Jason Ormiston and his wife, Beth; niece, Naomi; nephew, Graham; grandmother, Lucille Ormiston; and Marc’s family: parents, Cheryl and Mike Haynes, Bill and Sarah Lewis; brother Matt Lewis; and sister Suzy Peel. Jennifer is also survived by a very large extended family and friends that love her and will miss her.

Memorial contributions are suggested in Jennifer’s honor to the Endocrinology Department of the University Hospital and Clinics, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business 70 W., Columbia, Mo. 65202.

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


Published Monday, December 18, 2006

Nola Hicks Daniel, 90, died Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2006, at Lenoir Healthcare Center in Columbia.

A family graveside service was held Dec. 13.

She was born May 23, 1916, in St. Louis, Mich., to Edna Carman Hicks and E. Peter Hicks.

A 1937 graduate of Saint Mary’s School of Nursing in Saginaw, Mich., she married Bob Daniel in 1940 and supported his 45-year career at the University of Missouri. She was involved in many organizations in her homemaking career, among them the Fortnightly Club, the PEO Sisterhood and the League of Women Voters. She was also a charter member of Broadway Christian Church.

All who knew her regarded her as a special person of great integrity and character.

She had an eleven-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease, which she faced gracefully. The last five years she lived at Lenoir Health Care Center, where she was loved and cared for by many wonderful people. Hospice joined her a year ago.

She is survived by two brothers, Fred and Don Hicks; her daughter Katy Ottinger and her husband, Hank, of Columbia; her son Michael Daniel and his wife, Christine, of Holly Springs, Pa.; six grandchildren; and five great- grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Robert S. Daniel; two sisters; and two brothers.

Donations in her memory may be made to Community Hospices of America Inc. or the Alzheimer’s Association.


Claire Cucchiari, Virginia Beach
Monday, Dec. 11, 2006
©The Virginian-Pilot

Claire Anne Cucchiari-Loring, beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin, friend and student, died Friday, Dec. 8, 2006. Claire was born in Ypsilanti, Mich., on Dec. 29, 1983.

She was a student at Old Dominion University, working towards her goal of graduating magna cum laude in May 2007, with a major in music. At ODU she sang with the madrigal singers and jazz choir and was a vocal soloist with the jazz band, and she thrived in the close-knit ODU music family, where she and her talent were nurtured by wonderful faculty. Claire’s early school years were spent in Piana degli Albanesi, Sicily; Hamilton, N.Y.; and Minoa, N.Y. She moved to Virginia Beach in 1996. In 2002, she graduated from First Colonial High School, where she was an honor student, color guard captain, drum major of the marching band and active in choral activities. During those years she was selected to participate in All-District and All-State Chorus and the Governor’s School for French. In 2001, as the vocalist with the "Young Razzcals" Jazz band, she performed on the main stage of the Telluride Jazz Festival in Colorado. Music was Claire’s great passion, from the time she was a tiny girl making up songs and belting them out. She had a strong and thrilling voice.

Claire was a thoughtful and generous soul who took her responsibilities seriously and liked to think about complicated questions. She had a weakness for Xena, jigsaw puzzles and Sicilian rice-cheese balls. She recently earned a green belt in self-defense. She could be silly one moment and wickedly sarcastic the next. She was fiercely independent with a core of sweetness and innocence - what an interesting person she was, and how we loved her!

Two weeks before her death, Claire courageously moved to break free from a troubled long-term relationship and "be herself" again. Friends and family welcomed the return of her lighthearted and open spirit.

Claire’s spirit and many happy memories will live on in those she left behind, including her heartbroken parents, Kate Loring and Bob Benjamin of Virginia Beach, and Sal and Rochelle Cucchiari of New York, and her sister Moray Cucchiari and soulmate Dave Carabin of Boston, Mass. She was blessed with a loving stepsister and stepbrothers and their families: Beth Benjamin and Peter Haugen of New York; Lee, Kathryn, Judy-Lynn and Emily Benjamin of Lexington, Mass.; Jon, Ellen, Chloe, and Jordan Benjamin of San Francisco; and Nick D’Angelo of New York. Her grandmothers, Moray Kiehl of Columbia, Mo., and Ethel Cublinsky of New York adored her, and she was deeply loved by her uncles and aunts: Fred and Barb Loring of Rochester, Minn.; Marty and Sarah Loring of Leawood, Kan.; David and Laura Loring of Columbia; Joan and Anthony Bencivenga of New York; and Clayton and Ann Martin of Columbia. Claire enjoyed many happy times over the years with her cousins Sarah Joy, Scott, Sam, Sarah Elizabeth, Joe, Mary Kate, and Matt Loring and Laura and Anthony Bencivenga. She is also survived by special and supportive friends Suzanne McGuire, Stephanie Brown and Leah Stine, and by a special family in Sicily, the Plescias.

A celebration of Claire’s life will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the Chandler Recital Hall of the Diehn Fine Arts and Performing Center at Old Dominion University. Funeral arrangements are being handled by H. D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road, Virginia Beach.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made in Claire’s name to the Music Department at Old Dominion University, where a fund will be established in her name, or to Samaritan House of Virginia Beach.


Published Monday, December 11, 2006

Charles W. Endecott, 89, of Columbia passed away Saturday, Dec. 9, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 13, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Charles was born on March 26, 1917, in Trenton, the son of Charles S. and Mary E. Carnell Endecott. On June 4, 1938, he married Garnet C. Wilcox, and she survives.

In his early years, Charles was a member of the Lions Club and Elks Lodge in Trenton. He loved rebuilding automobiles with the help of his sons. When he retired in 1982, he and Garnet did a lot of traveling, including trips to California, Texas, Arizona and Florida. He was a man of many talents and enjoyed helping people fix things. He was a member of Missouri United Methodist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Garnet; one daughter, Jeanie Kropf, and husband Joe of Overland Park, Kan.; three sons, Bill Endecott of Grapevine, Texas, Rick Endecott and wife Amy of Columbia and Ron Endecott and wife Marcia of Columbia; one brother, Charles S. Endecott of Trenton; eight grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters, one brother and one grandchild.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 1131, Fairfax, Va., 22038.

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


Published Sunday, December 17, 2006

Ronald Laurence Gaines, 50, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Dec. 14, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19, at the Friendship Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Michael Jackman officiating.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Warren Funeral Chapel.

Ronald had a great passion for selling cars, cooking and spending time with his family. He enjoyed working with his customers, watching the Food Network, doing work in his yard and caring for his numerous plants.

He was born Nov. 30, 1956, in Fayette to Richard O. Gaines Sr. and Mercedes Gaines.

Both parents preceded him in death, along with a sister, Angeline Gaines. Ronald graduated from Fayette High School in 1974 and moved to Columbia.

He was a paramedic for Boone Hospital Center.

He was a sales representative for Joe Machens Toyota, BMW-Scion at the time of his death.

Ronald leaves to mourn his passing his daughter, Courtney Gaines; granddaughter, Cosette M. Gaines; his former wife, Paula Swenson; two brothers, Richard O. Gaines Jr. and wife Lu Anne of Columbia and Darrell W. Gaines of Fayette; three sisters, Mary Orr and husband Neal of Fayette, Betty Hughes and husband Leon Jr. of Columbia and Bertina Markworth and husband Jeffrey of Warrensburg; and devoted nieces, nephews and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 33 E. Broadway, Suite 100, Columbia, Mo., 65203, or www .cancer.org.

Arrangements are under the direction of Warren Funeral Chapel.


Published Sunday, December 17, 2006

Nancy M. Lewis, 64, of Columbia and born in Denver, passed away Friday, Dec. 15, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center surrounded by her family and close friend Peggy Richards.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Survivors include her husband, Robert Lewis; son Mark E. Dietzel and his wife, Shannon; daughter Marilyn R. Mavrakis and her husband, Mohamed Ali Mavrakis; sister Willetta Doyle of Bogata, Texas.; and grandchildren Andrea, Gary and Hannah Dietzel.

She loved spending time playing piano, reading and taking her grandkids swimming and roller skating. She will be missed by all.


Published Monday, December 18, 2006

Mona Mae Hughes, 90, of Kingdom City, formerly of Columbia, passed away Saturday, Dec. 16, 2006, at Callaway Community Hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 21, at Memorial Funeral Home, with the Rev. Tracy Cook officiating. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Ms. Hughes was born on March 3, 1916, the daughter of James and Nellie Hinshaw. She was a longtime employee of Shelter Insurance Cos.

Survivors include one son, Ronnie Hughes of Kingdom City; two brothers, Therion Hinshaw of Jefferson City and Jimmie R. Hinshaw of Columbia; six grandchildren, Pattie Forbis of Centralia, Edith Canole of Hallsville, Rick Hughes of Fulton, Randy Hughes of Kingdom City, Charlie Forbis of Hallsville and De De Nichols of Kingdom City; and several great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

She was preceded in death by daughter Peggy Forbis; one granddaughter, DeEtta Hughes; six brothers, Boyd Hinshaw, Roy Hinshaw, Paul Hinshaw, Allen Hinshaw, Kenneth Hinshaw and Elwood Hinshaw; and three sisters, Velma Bennett, Irene Ballard and Marie Wilhite.

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


Published Thursday, December 21, 2006

Elva Weyand Coats, 92, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2006, in Kansas City.

She was born on Nov. 23, 1914 in Bellwood, Neb., to Stanton and Claudene Weyand.

Elva was a devoted member of Midway Locust Grove Methodist Church in Midway, where she taught Sunday school until she was 85.

She loved to paint and sew. She donated paintings to the Creed classroom at church as well as sewed banners, which are hung in the sanctuary.

She was an exceptional quilter and belonged to the UMC Quilters of Columbia.

She was a member of the Daughters of American Colonists and served as historian.

She is survived by her daughter, Norma Jean Lint, and her husband, Gary Lint, of Kansas City; grandchildren Deanne, Clarke, Tracey and Kay; stepgrandchildren Bambi and James; daughter-in-law Sarah Coats and her children, Mike and Wesley; and five great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William Coats; her son, Larry Coats; her sisters, Eva Scott and Leila Burks; and her brothers, Myron Weyand, Floyd Weyand and Gilbert Weyand.

In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made to the Memorial Fund at Midway Locust Grove Methodist Church, 2600 N. Locust Grove Church Road, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

She will be missed by her family and friends.

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


Published Wednesday, December 27, 2006

Virginia Gehrke, 87, of Columbia passed away Monday, Dec. 25, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 30 at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until time of services Saturday.

Virginia was born on May 1, 1919, in Parkersburg, W.Va., to Leroy and Roxie Safreed Horcher. She married Charles W. Gehrke Sr. on Dec. 25, 1941, in Zanesville, Ohio, and he survives.

She was a 1937 graduate of Zanesville High School and later earned a bachelor’s of science degree in education from Ohio State University in 1941.

She taught school at Miami High School near Marshall from 1941 to 1942 and Missouri Valley College in Marshall from 1945 to 1947. She was President of the Cosmopolitan Ladies Club in 1974 and The Fortnightly Club at the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1975. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Columbia, the P.E.O. and many bridge clubs. She will be remembered as a loving wife who was very supportive of her husband’s work, research and teaching programs.

Virginia is also survived by her son, Dr. Jon Gehrke, an orthopedic surgeon, and his wife, Laurie, of Des Moines, Iowa; daughter Susan Isaacson, a lawyer, and her husband, Bernie, of Minneapolis; nine grandchildren, Katie, Charles Edward, Ella Jean, Maddie, Andy, Olivia and Sean Gehrke and Danielle and Anna Lisa Isaacson; one great-grandchild, Kaylie Gehrke.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a son, Lt. Charles W. Gehrke Jr., aerospace surgeon.

Memorial contributions are suggested to The Cosmopolitan Club, 1715 Burlington Ave., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

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


Published Thursday, December 28, 2006

Billy Gene Cross, 58, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2006, at University Hospital.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 30, at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Bill was born on Nov. 7, 1948, in Elgin, Ill., to Delmar and Mary Board Cross. He grew up in the Poplar Bluff and Fisk area and has lived in Columbia for 35 years. On Feb. 21, 1976, he married Elizabeth O’Neal in Columbia, and she survives.

Bill was a member of New Providence Baptist Church and The Bransongoers Post Polio Group. He held various jobs, mostly in the medical field. He enjoyed listening to and discussing talk radio.

Survivors also include his parents of Poplar Bluff; daughter Stephanie Kays and husband Shawn of Lee’s Summit; son Jeremiah Cross of Columbia; three grandchildren; brothers David Cross and Jim Cross of Columbia; sister Sheri Smith of Cape Girardeau; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions are suggested to The Bransongoers Post Polio Group or New Providence Baptist Church, both in care of Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W., Columbia, Mo., 65202.

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


Published Tuesday, January 2, 2007

Professor emeritus Eugene N. Lane passed away Monday, Jan. 1, 2007, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.

Service time will be announced at a later date.

He was born in Washington, D.C., on Aug. 13, 1936, the son of George Sherman Lane and Colette Resweber Lane.

He grew up in Chapel Hill, N.C. He graduated from Episcopal High School in Alexandria, Va. He received a bachelor’s degree from Princeton University in 1958, was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship to study in Greece in 1961 and earned his doctorate from Yale University in 1962.

He taught classical studies for four years at the University of Virginia before moving in 1966 to Columbia and the University of Missouri. He taught at the University of Missouri-Columbia for 34 years until his retirement in 2000, helping to build the Department of Classical Studies into one of the best in the nation. His long list of publications shows his particular interest in the religions of the Greek-speaking portions of the Roman Empire.

In 1964, professor Lane married the former Carol Downes Gault of Westport, Conn.

Survivors include his wife; a son, Michael Lane of Baltimore; a daughter, Helen Lane Frye and husband David of New York City; and a granddaughter, Carol Colette Frye.

Memorials may be given to the American Parkinson’s Association, 1250 Hylan Blvd., Suite 4B, Staten Island, N.Y., 10305; or the Audubon Society. Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Funeral Service.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 



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