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KEWPIES' FAMILY MEMORIAL PAGE

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Kewpie Family Deaths 2019
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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"
Dortha “Alene” (Ridge) Murphy, mother of Alan Murphy (Class of 1963), passed away on Monday, December 30, 2019.

Joseph LoPiccolo, father of Michael Pridal-LoPiccolo (Class of 2007) passed away Sunday, December 29, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Dell Keepers, wife of George Keepers, deceased (Class of 1938) passed away Saturday, December 28, 2019.

Phillip "Phil" Alan Tate, husband of Nancy Cassity (Class of 1965) passed away Sunday morning, December 22, 2019, at his home in Gallatin, Missouri.

James Wesley “Jimmy” Dixon, birth son of Derby Harmon, deceased (Class of 1962) passed away, Sunday, December 22, 2019 at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia.

William Dale Rainbolt, father of Vicki (Class of 1965) passed away Sunday, December 22, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Kenneth Kavanaugh, father of Jennifer (Class of 1994) and Jeffrey (Class of 1997) passed away Thursday, December 19, 2019.

Amogene “Jeanie” Kretzschmar, mother of Sheri Carmichael (Class of 1980) and Mark Kretzschmar (Class of 1983) , passed away at her home in Columbia on Tuesday, December 17, 2019.

Dr. Louis A. Corwin, Jr., father of Peggy (Class of 1973), Maureen (Class of 1976), Nancy (Class of 1977), Jim (Class of 1979), Mary (Class of 1980) and Paul (Class of 1984), passed away Friday, December 13, 2019.

Thoen Hong, mother of Yom Hong (Class of 1994) and Chann Hong (Class of 1999), passed away Thursday, December 12, 2019 at University Hospital.

Rolland Eugene Hopwood, father of Mitchell Hopwood (Class of 1977) and Mark Hopwood (Class of 1980) died Friday, December 6, 2019, at his home in Jefferson City.

Jean Marie Reifschneider, mother of Tom Reifschneider, deceased (Class of 1979) passed away on Friday, December 6, 2019.

James E. Davenport, husband of Nancy Forbis (Class of 1951) passed away Thursday, December 5, 2019 at the VA hospital in Columbia.

Lois Goettsche Meredith, mother of Joni Zumwalt (Class of 1975) passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at Mill Creek Village Assisted Living in Columbia.

Faye Walden, wife of Lawrence Walden, deceased (Class of 1943) passed away Thursday, November 28, 2019 at Andover Court Assisted Living in Kansas.

Velma Juanice Pickens, mother of Martha (Class of 1977), Joanna (Class of 1978) and Greg (Class of 1981) passed away Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2019 at Boone Hospital Center.

Harold Anderson, father of Michael Anderson (Class of 1982) and Glenna Anderson (Class of 1986) passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at Lenoir Woods.

Leila “Cindy” Powell Curtis, mother of Alan Powell (Class of 1970) and Dan Powell (Class of 1974) passed away Saturday, November 23, 2019.

Edwin Victor “VJ” Jacobs, father of Carrie McVay (Class of 1973) and William H. Jacobs (Class of 1974) passed away Friday, November 22, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Geneen Morgan, mother of Lisa Honz (Class of 1980) and Michelle Morgan (Class of 1985) passed away Friday, November 22, 2019 at home in Columbia.

Charles H. Pease, husband of Freya Freund Pease (Class of 1960) , passed away Nov. 20, 2019 at the Neighborhoods in Columbia.

John Lloyd Jones, husband of Joyce Cross Jones (Class of 1960) passed away Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019.

Don Eugene Branaum, father of Amy Livesay (Class of 1991) and Andrew Branaum (Class of 1999), passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Paul Cornman Ritchie, father of Paula Ritchie (Class of 1972), Tony Ritchie (Class of 1973), Patty Ritchie (Class of 1976) and Steve Lawnick (Class of 1978) passed away at his home in Columbia on Wednesday, November 13, 2019.

Sally Ruth (Greenblatt) Anglin, sister of Richard Greenblatt (Class of 1962), passed away in Brunswick, MO, on October 31, 2019, at the Brunswick Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center.

Dr. Alexander L. Pickard, Jr., father of  Dr. Laura Pickard (Class of 1981) and Stewart Pickard (Class of 1985) passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Greg Dozier, son of Tee Dozier (Class of 1957) and Mary Jo Purdy Dozier, deceased (Class of 1959), passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2019 in Little Rock, Arkansas.

William Kenneth “Bill” Drummond, father of Dana Meyer (Class of 1968), Linda Smith (Class of 1972) and William “Steve” Drummond (Class of 1975) passed away Sunday, October 27, 2019 at Boone Hospital Center.

Elizabeth “Betsy” Lee Phillips, mother of Laura Dillamon (Class of 1988), Meg Phillips Crespy (Class of 1989) and Tom A. Phillips (Class of 1992), passed away Friday, October 25, 2019.

Billy Joe Nichols, father of Billie Jean Tyler (Class of 1966), Barbara Hague (Class of 1970), Deborah Rice (Class of 1972) and Dorothea Perkins (Class of 1978), passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Lois T. King, mother of Ed King (Class of 1973) and Stuart King (Class of 1977) passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2019.

Joyce Hunter Coday, mother of Suzanne Lippard (Class of 1963), Thomas Reed Coday, Jr. (Class of 1965), Roger Coday (Class of 1970) and Carla Haggard (Class of 1972), passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at Columbia Manor Care.

Robert Peter “Pete” Kephart, father of Allison Drapeau (Class of 1980) and Matthew Kephart (Class of 1986) passed away on October 11, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Dr. Myron Gerald Neuffer, father of John Gerald Neuffer, deceased (Class of 1965) passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2019.

William Couch Crabb, father of Richard (Class of 1971), Jim (Class of 1973) and Jennifer (Class of 2005), died Sunday, October 6, 2019 at the University of Missouri Medical Center.

Michael “Shawn” Sapp, son of Gary Sapp, deceased (Class of 1962) passed away Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Dr. Hal Gene Bingham, M.D., father of Steven Bingham (Class of 1971) passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 29, 2019.

Kathryn (Steck) McLeod, wife of Coach Jim McLeod ('62 State Basketball Champs), died Thursday, September 26, 2019 in El Paso, Texas.

Richard Barclay Head, father of Stuart Head and Steve Head (Class of 1978) passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at his home Columbia.

Curtis Horacio Bourgeois, M.D., father of Marcia Bourgeois (Class of 1976), Curtis Bourgeois (Class of 1978), Karen Bourgeois (Class of 1971) and Stephen Bourgeois (Class of 1981) died on Thursday, September 19, 2019.

Virginia “Lois” Brown Calvin, mother of Yvonne Calvin (Class of 1974) passed away at her home in Columbia, Thursday, September 19, 2019.

Nina Delores Holladay Bramon, mother of Kerry Bramon (Class of 1972), Larry Bramon (Class of 1974) and Greg Bramon (Class of 1978) passed away Saturday, September 14, 2019 in Columbia.

Christina Marie Doolady, mother of Karson Doolady (Class of 2014), passed away Monday, September 9, 2019.

Alan (Al) Verne Norton, father of Dina Coffey (Class of 1973), Kay Johnson (Class of 1974) and Alana Madsen (Class of 1981) passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2019.

Mark Stephen Old, son of Johnnie Old (Class of 1955) passed away on Monday, September 2, 2019.

Florence Margaret Jennings, mother of Betty Moore (Class of 1963), James Jennings (Class of 1972) and Terry Jennings (Class of 1973) passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2019, at Boone Hospital in Columbia.

Billy L. Perkins, husband of Doris Burnett (Class of 1960) passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at Boone Hospital Center.

William Edward Dorward, father of Don Dorward (Class of 1982) and Deborah Dorward (Class of 1987), passed away Saturday, August 24, 2019.

Irene Lucille Kohl, mother of Donald Kohl (Class of 1972) passed away on Friday, August 23, 2019 at her home in Columbia.

Dean Stanley Shelley, father of Debbie Shelley-Milam (Class of 1971) and Donna Kell (Class of 1973) passed away in Columbia at Boone County Hospital, August 18, 2019.

Georgiana Caroline Pitts, mother of Steve Van Nolan (Class of 1989), Glen Allen Pitts (Class of 1996) and Jeffery Lee Pitts (Class of 1996) passed away Saturday, August 17, 2019 at Columbia Post Acute Center.

Clarence “Bill” Hamby, father of Brent Hamby (Class of 1993) and Kyle Hamby (Class of 2000) passed away on Friday, August 16, 2019.

Rita Kathleen “Kathie” Dunlap Shreves, mother of  Leandra Spangler (Class of 1969), Denise Schindler (Class of 1971) and Michela “Micki” Jones (Class of 1975) died peacefully on August 13, 2019 at Lenoir Woods.

Kenneth Leverne McFate, father of Sharon Ann McFate (Class of 1983) passed at midnight on Tuesday, August 6, 2019.

Dora May Wren, mother of Bruce Wren (Class of 1974), passed away on Friday, Aug. 2, 2019 at Colony Pointe in Columbia.

Robert Bernard (Bob) Baeker, father of Tom Baeker (Class of 1970) and Bonnie Zimmerman (Class of 1971) passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2019 in Columbia.

Steven Walter Pagan, father of Melissa Giboney (Class of 1997),  Steven E. Pagan (Class of 1999) and Ellen Williamson (Class of 2003) passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Christopher Michael Coleman, son of Ron Coleman, deceased (Class of 1968) and Kim Fitzpatrick Coleman (Class of 1970) passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2019 at Capital Regional Medical Center in Jefferson City.

Craig Leonard Kingsley, father of Lucy Ellen Kingsley (Class of 2016) and Hawkins Leonard Kingsley (Class of 2018) passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2019.

Madolyn Ruth Collins, mother of Becky Vogt (Class of 1966), Cindy Davidson (Class of 1968), Paula Campbell (Class of 1969), Jeff Collins (Class of 1971), Bruce Collins, deceased (Class of 1972), Brian Collins (Class of 1973), Sam Collins (Class of 1975), Julie Thompson (Class of 1977), Steve Collins (Class of 1978) and Karen Mershon (Class of 1980) passed away Saturday, July 20, 2019.

Dr. James “Jim” Raymond Koller, father of Jim Koller (Class of 1984), Kris Behrns (Class of 1986), Kim Stephens (Class of 1994) and Katie Fabbiano (Class of 1995) passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at Boone Hospital Center.

Martha Sue Kite, mother of Mary Jane Stuart (Class of 1964), Phyllis Ann Leach (Class of 1966), Rhonda Kay Bias (Class of 1980) and Randy Eugene Kite (Class of 1983) passed away Saturday, July 13, 2019.

 Lothar “Dutch” Hoyer, father of Anneke Hoyer (Class of 2011) passed away on Friday, July 12, 2019 in Columbia.

 Larry Emerson Sapp, husband of Jeanette Sue Perkins (Class of 1956) passed away Thursday, June 27, 2019 at his home in St. Louis, Missouri.

Glenna L. Sanders, mother of Callie Johnson Rodeman (Class of 2006) passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2019 at her home in Clarksville, Tennessee.

Frances Ann “Fran” Black, mother of Amy Jo Black-Zager (Class of 1983) passed away Monday, June 24, 2019 at The Neighborhoods in Columbia.

Clayton Burke Pickens Sr., husband of Charlene Fox Pickens (Class of 1968), Columbia, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2019.

Genevieve “Jean” Cousineau, mother of Jeanie Shaneberger (Class of 1978) and Mary Willard (Class of 1982) passed away Saturday, June 22, 2019 at Boone Hospital.

Clifford Eugene Churchill Sr., father of Clifford Eugene Churchill Jr., Class of 1986, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Rosalie Ann Hammers, mother of Steve Hammers (Class of 1967), passed away Monday, June 18, 2019 in Columiba.

Jean A. (Hamilton) Pry, step mother of Jon Pry (Class of 2006) died on Monday, June 17, 2019.

 Phyllis Opal Hartley, wife of John "T" Hartley Class of 1938), died at Point Lookout Nursing & Rehab near Branson on Sunday, June 16, 2019.

 Dayle Elwood Garrett, father of Sharen Garrett & Karen Hiler (Class of 1963), Jill Bacon (Class of 1972), Mikel Garrett (Class of 1978) and Amy Gonzales (Class of 1982) passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Colleen Ann Sheets, wife of Bill Sheets (Class of 1963), passed away Saturday, June 8, 2019 at her home in Columbia.

Betty Jo Boggs, mother of Jody Boggs Mow (Class of 1968), Janice Boggs Burnam (Class of 1971) and Kevin Boggs (Class of 1977) passed away Monday, June 3, 2019 at Lenoir Woods.

Velwood Alphonse Marchand, father of  Cheryl Turner (Class of 1974), Cary Marchand (Class of 1975), Connie Summers Class of 1976) and Cindy Overschmidt (Class of 1978) passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2019.

Jacqueline Louise Pascucci, mother of Christopher Pascucci (Class of 1983) and John Derrow Pascucci (Class of 1991) passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Lenoir Woods in Columbia.

Dolores “Dodie” Agnes Wright, mother of Becky Taylor (Class of 1966), Bill Wright (Class of 1968), Debbi Whitman (Class of 1971), Jerry Wright (Class of 1973) and Phyllis Kmiec (Class of 1979), passed away Saturday, May 18, 2019, at The Bluffs in Columbia, Missouri.

John F. Galliher, fahter of Leigh Holliday (Class of 1991), passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at Lenoir Woods in Columbia.

Gordon Lee Phillips, father of Shawn M. Phillips (Class of 2005), passed away Friday, May 10, 2019 at the University Hospital in Columbia.

Bobby “Bob” Akin, father of Jackie March (Class of 1969) and Robert Akin (Class of 1971) passed away Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Boone Hospital Center.

James Edward Walz, husband of Marinell Dorsey Walz (Class of 1963), passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2019 in Jefferson City.

Melba Elizabeth Harrison, mother of Jim Harrison, deceased (Class of 1959), passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at Lenoir Woods in Columbia.

Kathleen J. Sutton, wife of Clifford Sutton (Class of 1976), passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at Boone Hospital.

Elizabeth M. Menzel, mother of Victor Menzel, deceased (Class of 1972), Robert Menzel (Class of 1977) and John Menzel (Class of 1979) passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2019.

Margaret Pratt, mother of Philip Pratt (Class of 1965) and Stephen Pratt, deceased (Class of 1969) passed away Saturday, April 20, 2019, in Jefferson City.

Norbert Raymond Hopfer, father of Joyce Sherer (Class of 1966) passed away on Friday, April 19, 2019 at Summit View Terrace Assisted Living in Kansas City.

Ralph Mack William Pendergast, father of Beth Pendergast (Class of 1976), Lisa Oser (Class of 1978) and Dawn Vaught (Class of 1979) passed away Friday, April 19, 2019 at The Lodge in Fayette, Missouri.

Dr. Lorraine Hilgedick, mother of Karen Rowe (Class of 1972) passed away Thursday, April 18, 2019.

Margaret Grace Broom Brock, mother of Sharon Sessions (Class of 1972) passed on Thursday, April 18, 2019.

Carol Lucille Maxwell Crego, mother of  Terri Jo Crego (Class of 1981) and Al Crego (Class of 1982) passed away Monday, April 15, 2019.

Billy Burke McGlasson, father of Julie Gay McGlasson (Class of 1980) passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2019 at Colony Pointe Senior Living in Columbia.

Willena R. Garrett, mother of Jeannine Perkins (Class of 1964) and Sherry Elkin (Class of 1966) passed away April 15, 2019 at the Villa Blue Ridge in Columbia.

Janice McDaniel, mother Gary McDaniel (Class of 1975) and Larry McDaiel (Class of 1978) passed away Saturday, April 9, 2019.

Frances L. Jones, mother of Angela Carlson (Class of 1977) , Randy Jones (Class of 1982), Renee Shelby (Class of 1992) and Beth Rivera (Class of 1994) passed away on Monday, April 8, 2019 at her home in Columbia.

Gilbert Bell, father of Brenda Campbell (Class of 1970), Vincent Bell (Class of 1972) Suzanne Bell (Class of 1974), David Bell (Class of 1977) Mary Bell (Class of 1980) and James Bell (Class of 1981) passed away on Friday, April 5, 2019.

Patricia “Pat” McGrath, wife of Robert McGrath (Class of 1941) passed away Wednesday, April 3rd, 2019.

Bruce “Duane” Sublett, father of Linda Sublett Hutton (Class of 1967) and Amy Sublett (Class of 1982) passed away on Monday, April 1, 2019 in Jefferson City.

Wayne Overbeck, father of Emily, deceased (Class of 1994) and Erika (Class of 2012) passed away in his home in Columbia, on Saturday, March 30, 2019.

Dr. Roy Donald Manning, father of Roy Franklin III (Class of 1979), John Manning (Class of 1980) and Martha Ann Manning (Class of 1982) passed away March 29, 2019.

James Elton Sublett, husband of Donna Dickenson (Class of 1966) passed away Thursday, March 28, 2019.

Lois Estelle Farris, mother of David Farris (Class of 1972), Donna Ellison (Class of 1979) and Michael Farris (Class of 1990) passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2019, in Frisco, Texas.

Dorothy Pauline Garrison, mother of Doris Bender (Class of 1965), Elizabeth Brungs (Class of 1967) and Carolyn Reich (Class of 1970) passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at her home in Eureka, Missouri.

Susan Irene Perkins, wife of Robert Lee Perkins (Class of 1964) passed away Monday, March 25, 2019.

Dr. William D. Dellande, father of Brian Dellande, deceased (Class of 1970) passed away on March 21, 2019 at Cedarhurst of Columbia.

Florence Estelle (“Erica”) Pickard, mother of Emmett Blair Pickard (Class of 1975) , Reid Haskell Pickard (Class of 1976) and Lydia Windsor Schoene (Class of 1977) passed away at The Neighborhoods on Saturday, March 9, 2019.

Lorna Longwell Johnson, mother of Chaille Conklin (Class of 1976) passed away March 6, 2019, at her home in Copley, OH.

Mary Virginia (Gina) Morgan, mother of Jack H. Morgan (Class of 1965) passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019 in Columbia.

Miriam Marshall Hemphill, mother of Delbert Hemphill Jr (Class of 1962), Ann Hemphill (Class of 1964), Joan Markow (Class of 1968) and John Hemphill (Class of 1973) passed away on Monday, Feb. 25, 2019 at Lenoir Woods in Columbia.

Gennady Barabtarlo, father of Maria Sapp (Class of 1993) died at his home in Columbia on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019.

Jeanne Boyle Oldweiler mother of Tom Oldweiler (Class of 1979), Jennifer Oldweiler Hill (Class of 1982), Andrew Oldweiler (Class of 1985) and Elizabeth Oldweiler Turk (Class of 1988) passed away on Monday, Feb. 18, 2019 in Columbia.

Rev. Muriel Watkins Leach, wife of Robert Leach, deceased (Class of 1947) passed away Friday, Feb. 15, 2019.

Frances Karen Giboney, mother of Mark Giboney (Class of  1987) passed away on Feb. 14, 2019 in Columbia, Missouri.

Michael C. Harper, father of Shelby (Class of 2010) and Grant (Class of 2011) passed away Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019, in Marksville, Louisiana.

Charles G. “Chuck” Wobbe, brother of Mark Wobbe (Class of 1973) and Don Wobbe (Class of 1976) passed away Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019.

Eunice Lucille Neitzert, mother of Margaret Marshall (Class of 1968) and Marvin Neitzert (Class of 1972) passed away on Monday, Feb. 11, 2019.

John E. Sheehan, father of Ann Sheehan (Class of 1978), Stephen Sheehan (Class of 1980), Julie Sheehan (Class of 1981), David Sheehan (Class of 1982) and Kathleen Wilmes (Class of 1987) passed away Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019 at the Harry S Truman VA Hospital, in Columbia.

Lonnie “Big Man” Anderson Sr., father of Lonnie Anderson Jr., (Class of 2004), passed away Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Sara “Sally” Lindahl, mother of Shelley Pitts (Class of 2001) passed on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019.

Penny S. Martie (Parman), wife of Fred Martie, deceased (Class of 1969, passed away Monday, Feb. 4, 2019.

Amber Elizabeth Richardson, daughter of Mark Hunt (Class of 1982) passed away on Friday, February 1, 2019 at Medical City in Denton, TX.

Lena J. Weldon, mother of Wanda Mahan, deceased (Class of 1959) and Claude “Sonny” Weldon (Class of 1961), passed away on Friday, Feb. 1, 2019 at The Bluffs in Columbia.

Dixie June German, mother of Julie Fancher (Class of 1981) of Columbia and Karen Dovidio (Class of 1984) passed away Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019 in Fair Grove, Missouri.

Risa Lou Warrick, sister of Marcella Blueitt Lite (Class of 1963) passed away Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019.

Lola Rose Southall, mother of Carole Southall (Class of 1970) and Tom Southall (Class of 1974) died Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019, in Columbia.

Cynthia Joyce Berends, sister of Lorie Berends (Class of 1975) passed away Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019 at South Hampton Place in Columbia.

John R. Rawlings, father of Ashley Boatwright (Class of 2006) and Patrick Rawlings (Class of 2010) passed away at Boone Hospital Center Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019.

Velma ‘Ann’ Brunstrom, mother of Bruce Whitesides (Class of 1973) and Gary Whitesides (Class of 1975) passed away Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019.

Mary Jane McQuigg, mother of Matt Bloomfield (Class of 1978) and Emily Gilmore (Class of 1980), passed away on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019 at Boone Hospital.

 Arthur Herbert McIntosh, father of Scott (Class of 1983), Craig (Class of 1984) and Anya (Class of 1988) passed away Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Rev. Dr. Kenneth Lee Frerking, father of Joanna Beth Douglas (Class of 1984) passed away Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019.

Clyde Robert (Bob) Hines, father of Carol Gaggini (Class of 1976) and Robert Hines (Class of 1978) passed away at his home Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019.

Francee Ruth Gordon, mother of Francee “Carrie” Gordon (Class of 1994) passed away Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis.

Bill McCray, father of Dan McCray (Class of 1975) and Mark McCray (Class of 1979) passed away at his home January 9, 2019.

Arthur William Klang, father of Christopher Klang (Class of  1976), David Klang (Class of 1977), Juliette Benkendorf (Class of 1979), Marchea Sarrazin (Class of 1984) and Robert Klang (Class of 1989), passed away Monday, Jan. 7, 2019.

James Clifford Cretcher, father of Pamela Lancaster (Class of 1976) passed away Monday, Jan. 7, 2019.

James “Jim” Blanchard, father of Mary Reams (Class of 1977) and Barb Stephenson (Class of 1980) passed away Friday, Jan. 4, 2019.

James “Creep” Richardson, brother of Wanza Mae Parker (Class of 1962) passed away Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019.

Sarah “Sally” Dickinson Stephenson, wife of  Hugh E. Stephenson Jr., deceased (Class of 1939) died Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019.





















Published Friday, January 4, 2018

Sarah “Sally” Dickinson Stephenson, 86, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019, very shortly after the arrival of the new year but following a lengthy decline in her health.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, Jan. 5, at 10:00 a.m. in the morning at the First Baptist Church in Columbia. A reception will follow.

She passed quietly and with dignity in her home in Columbia, with loved ones at her side. Those closest to her can attest to the uncommon grace and strength she displayed in her final days, months, and years as she lived on beyond all expectation.

Entering the world on Leap Day, Feb. 29, 1932, Sally got off to a rare and auspicious start. The only child of Norfleet and Eldred Dickinson, Sally was a seventh generation Washingtonian and a descendant of John Dickinson, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. She grew up in Spring Valley not far from Georgetown which her ancestors helped settle. Her playmates were often her cousins who remember how she set an example for others with her elegance and grace. Sally took piano lessons from her grandmother and developed the ability to play songs by ear, a talent that served her well at social gatherings throughout her life. She went to public school while her father enlisted in the Navy and went off to fight in World War II. She attended Woodrow Wilson High School and then became the first in her family to travel west of the Mississippi River so that she could enroll, sight unseen, at Stephens College.

At Stephens Sally took a sociology class taught by Dorothy “Marty” Martin, kindling a friendship that would grow into a nearly familial bond and span six decades. Upon graduation from what was then a two-year school, Sally attended Northwestern University where she became a member of the Delta Gamma sorority. She returned to Columbia and completed her B.A. in sociology at the University of Missouri.

As a young woman in mid-Missouri, Sally was busy and very capable. The former Miss Stephens was offered a modeling contract but instead chose to go to work as a recruiter for Stephens College, traveling the rust belt and the northeast. She then was invited to join the firm Robnett-Putnam Interiors where she showed her sizable talent as an interior decorator.

It was at a party in 1958 where Sally met the love of her life, a young but accomplished surgeon at the MU Medical Center (now University Hospital), Dr. Hugh Edward Stephenson, Jr. Between Hugh’s well-documented devotion to his profession, his fraternity, Beta Theta Pi, and his drop-kicking hobby, Sally competed for attention. It took a few years, but not surprisingly she won out and on August 15, 1964, they were married at Georgetown Presbyterian Church.

Sally continued to involve herself, in a variety of ways, in her adopted community. She served on the Stephens College Board of Trustees, volunteered with Habitat for Humanity, Wyatt Guest House, and was a member of Kings Daughters and Colonial Dames. But without question following marriage, Sally’s greatest and highest priority was her family — supporting her husband in his medical career and philanthropy, and raising two wonderful children, Ted and Ann.

Family was everything to Sally, and that encompassed quite a lot — any friend of the family, to her was family, and to be welcomed with open arms. If her kids or grandkids were involved, so was she. Sally traveled to an endless number of tennis tournaments with Ted and Ann, to Oklahoma for her grandkids’ dance recitals and t-ball games, and became a diehard Mizzou Tiger fan watching game after game with her ‘Mr. Missouri’ husband. And, for Sally, there was no better way to celebrate family and friends than with a good party, cocktails not optional.

The other great joy in Sally’s life, even after settling in the Midwest was vacationing in Rehoboth Beach, DE something which she first did as a child. The cottage that her parents acquired in the mid-1960′s, in Henlopen Acres, became an annual destination for Sally, Hugh, the kids and the family dog (Rusty, Loch, Buck, Beaches, and Buddy). Long drives from Columbia to Rehoboth, DE in the family station wagon were summer staples and Sally found that her love of Sussex County’s warm summer breezes, seafood and salt air easily transferred to her family.

Sadly, it was in Rehoboth, DE in the summer of 2012 that she lost her dear Hugh following a decade-long bout with Parkinson’s. Sally’s own health had been on the decline and thus began a six-and-a-half-year journey, the end of which seemed often to draw near, only for Sally with a wry smile still creasing her face, to blithely shoo it away.

It is impossible to talk about Sally’s final years without noting the tremendous love coming from so many quarters that helped sustain her. The significance of the love and support she felt from her son Ted cannot be overstated. Ted devoted his life to caring, first, for his father and then his mother. Daughter Ann was also a consistent source of love and support, along with her husband and their two children. Sally had numerous devoted caregivers over the years, but Julia Warren occupied a most special place in Sally’s heart. Jules spent parts of several summers in Delaware so that Sally could continue to enjoy the beach even when she no longer could care for herself and her quality of life was greatly diminished. Jules could not only get Sally to eat, she could get her to smile, and there was nothing like Sally’s smile.

Sally was preceded in death by her husband, Hugh E. Stephenson, Jr. She is survived by her two children, Ted Stephenson, of Columbia, and Ann Cameron and her husband Alex, of Edmond, OK; and two grandchildren, Sarah and Scott Cameron. The family would like to thank caregiver Julia Warren and Hospice Compassus for their loving and kind care throughout Sally’s illness. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Hugh E. and Sarah D. Stephenson Dean, MU School of Medicine, One Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO 65212.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Friday, March 21, 2019

James “Creep” Richardson traded time with eternity on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019.

Services will be Saturday March 23, at 12:30 p.m. at H.T. May & Sons Funeral Home.

He was born Jan. 11, 1942 to Pearlie Mae Richardson and James Routt. He graduated Douglass High School.

Cherishing his memory are, Wanza Parker, Charlene Burnett, Joann, Toris, Marcelous, Janie, Shalana, Jessica, Eileen, and William Richardson.

Published Monday, January 7, 2019

James “Jim” Blanchard, 80, peacefully left for his eternal home on Friday, Jan. 4, 2019, after a long battle with cancer.

Friends will be received from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019 at Parker-Millard Funeral Service. Funeral Services will follow at 2:00 p.m.

He was born Jan. 29, 1938, in Ft. Madison, IA., to Edith and Burt Blanchard.

Jim was a born salesman and at 10 years old was selling Cloverine Salve door to door. He then worked as a JCPenney management trainee through high school. After high school, he was transferred to the JCPenney’s at Muscatine, Iowa. He took a leave from there to enlist and serve in the United States Marine Corps, where he was honorably discharged. After his service, he returned to JCPenney’s and became an assistant manager in Hannibal.

On Dec. 24, 1956, he married Nancy Lamb and they became life partners for 62 years until his death. He left JCPenney’s to pursue a career in Life Insurance as a state sales director in Iowa, Minnesota and Indiana with his wife and two young daughters. In 1968 he accepted a position as Regional Director, moving the family to Columbia. He eventually started his own insurance company selling Life and Health policies to businesses.

He was preceded in death by his parents; infant son; and sister Millie Schleif of Burlington, IA.

His survivors include: his wife Nancy, of the home; his two daughters and sons-in-law, Mary and Skip Reams of Centralia, Barb and Bill Stephenson of Columbia; grandchildren, Drew Reams, Carrie and Morgan Stephenson of Columbia; brother- and sister-in-law, Bob and Maria Lamb of Rock Hall, MD; four nieces, Sharon Peterson of Chicago, Connie Schleif of Burlington, IA, Kathy Allen of Richfield, Utah and Rae Lynn of Perrysburg, Ohio; and Winston, his beloved dog.

Jim’s love of family was his greatest priority and joy. He felt so fortunate to have them all close by and to be present in the lives of his grandchildren,

Jim’s family is so thankful for Dr. Joe Muscato, Dr. Andrew Iliff, nurse Robin and all nurses and staff at Missouri Cancer Associates; also, the excellent loving care from Hospice Compassus which made the last months so much easier for Jim and all the family.

In lieu of flowers the family asks any memorial considerations be made to the Columbia Humane Society or Cedar Creek Therapeutic Riding Center.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Wednesday, January 16, 2019

James Clifford Cretcher, 92, of Columbia, passed away Monday, Jan. 7, 2019.

Visitation will be Sunday, Jan. 20, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Bethel Church with funeral services following at 2:00 p.m. officiated by Pastor Jermine Alberty.

Jim was born in Logan County, Ohio on Sept. 13, 1926 to Clifford Nicholas and Mary Delia Hatcher Cretcher and they preceded him in death. In 1949 he married Joy Carpenter and she preceded him in death on Oct. 27, 2014. The Cretcher family moved from Oregon to Missouri in 1975 when Jim became Executive Secretary of the American Hampshire Sheep Association. He was a member of Bethel Church for several years.

He is survived by two daughters, Cynthia Kaminski (Bill) of Colorado Springs, CO and Pamela Lancaster (Randy) of Hallsville; four grandchildren, Corrinne Robinson, Tim Ballard, Nicole Huff and Aaron Palmer; four great-grandchildren; two nephews; a brother, Richard Lee Cretcher of Ohio; two nieces; and several grandnieces and nephews.

He was also preceded in death by one sister, Marralene Clara Hyde.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Bethel Church, c/o Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel, 1610 N. Garth Ave., Columbia, MO 65202.

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

Published Thursday, January 10, 2019

Arthur William Klang, 95, of Columbia, passed away Monday, Jan. 7, 2019.

Friends will be received from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Friday, Jan. 11, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, where the Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, at Crown Hill Cemetery in Sedalia.

We celebrate Bill by paying tribute to him for all the wonderful accomplishments he achieved for family and friends, and the many lovely memories we shared.

Bill was born on Nov. 13, 1923, in Sedalia, to Elise Loretto Archias and Arthur William Klang. Bill was baptized, made his first communion and confirmation at Sacred Heart Church. He attended Sacred Heart School, then graduated from Lake Forest Academy in 1942.

Bill was drafted in November 1942, into the United States Army, and was sent overseas to the Philippines, where he drove a landing craft. In 1946 he entered Westminster College, then graduated from the University of Missouri in 1950. Bill joined his father in business in Sedalia, and later opened Klang’s in Parkade Plaza.

On Oct. 1, 1955, he married Marchea Malone at Sacred Heart Church. He is survived by his wife, Marchea; five children, Christopher (Sally) Klang of Fort Worth, TX, David Klang of Columbia, Juliette (David) Benkendorf of St. Louis, Marchea (Mike) Sarrazin of Columbia, Robert (Jami) Klang of Clayton; four granddaughters, Christine (A.J.) Pruss, Gretchen Benkendorf, Lillian Klang and Clara Klang; one grandson, Jackson Klang; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Elise Klang; in-laws, Robert and Antonia Malone; aunts and uncles.

Memorials may be made to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church or the Food Bank.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Sunday, January 13, 2019

Bill McCray passed away peacefully at his home the evening of January 9, 2019. He was 86 years old.

A visitation will take place 9:30-11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019 at Memorial Funeral Home with funeral services to follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial, with full military honors will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Bill was born in Hereford, on Feb. 2, 1932 to Joe B. McCray (1912-1989) and Martha Sebastian McCray (1914-2014). Bill married Jo Ann Holmes McCray on July 11, 1953.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years Jo Ann; two sons Dan McCray (Judy Routt) of Columbia, Mark McCray (Astrid von Ehren) of Austin, TX; and four grandchildren, Chris McCray of Columbia, Erin McCray of Washington, D.C., Megan McCray of Dallas, TX, and Blake McCray of Austin, TX; one sister Loretta Cleveland of Fulton; sister-in-law Dolores Holmes McCray of Columbia; brothers in law Clifford Holmes of Columbia, and Dennis Holmes of Lexington, KY .

Bill proudly served in the US Army as Corporal (Reserve 1951-1954); and in Korea as a Specialist 5 (Active duty 1954-1955) and was honorably discharged in 1959. Bill graduated from Fulton High School in 1951 and the University of Missouri on June 6, 1958 with a BS in Agriculture. He founded McCray Builders in 1958, a home building and construction company that recently celebrated its 60th year of continuous operation. Bill was past President of the Columbia Home Builders Association and past Secretary of the Home Builders Association of Missouri. Bill was an avid sportsman and conservationist. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and being outdoors, competing in bass tournaments around the region, and competing in the Missouri State Senior Games medaling in sporting clays numerous years. He enjoyed his time in retirement with many hobbies and visiting friends and family in central Missouri and in Englewood, FL where he and Jo Ann spent the winter months. Bill had a positive impact on the development of Columbia and touched so many people in the community through his professional life, willingness to help people, and many life-long personal friendships.

Memorial Donations in honor of Bill McCray may be made to: Central Missouri Honor Flight, 1400 Forum Blvd., Ste. 7-A, Box 334

Columbia, MO 65203, http://centralmissourihonorflight.com/donate/ Or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, January 13, 2019

Francee Ruth Gordon, 71, of Columbia, passed away Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis.

Friends will be received from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 16, at the Columbia First Assembly of God, 1100 N. 7th Street in Columbia, where a Celebration of Life will follow at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Tracy Cook officiating.

She was born Sept. 18, 1947, in Kansas City, the daughter of Clifford and Frances Dahlquist. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Missouri in Columbia. On Jan. 30, 1971, she was united in marriage in Kansas City, to Frank Gordon, who survives at their home.

Francee was a self-employed Physical Therapist for many years, and worked closely with the Missouri State Schools for the Severely Disabled. She was a member of the Columbia First Assembly of God, and she served her Lord with unwavering faith. Francee enjoyed shopping and antiquing, but most of all she loved spending time with her family, especially when she beat them in dominoes and pretty much every other game.

Along with her husband Frank, Francee is also survived by two daughters, Christie M. Manie of Columbia, Francee “Carrie” Gordon of Columbia; and two grandchildren, Christopher Frank Manie and Noah Adam Manie. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clifford and Frances Dahlquist.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Columbia First Assembly of God or the Central Missouri Honor Flight.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nilson Funeral Home, 5611 E. St. Charles Rd.; Columbia, MO 65202. (573) 474-8443. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.nilsonfuneralhome.com.

Published Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Clyde Robert (Bob) Hines, 91, passed away at home late Thursday evening Jan. 10, 2019, surrounded by his family.

Visitation will be Wednesday, Jan. 16, from 1:30- 2:30 p.m. at Missouri United Methodist Church with services at the same location from 2:30-3:30 p.m. A private graveside service will be held immediately afterward.

He is survived by his wife Barbara; son, Robert H. Hines and wife Sheri; daughter, Carol Gaggini and husband Alan; and granddaughters Callie Hines, and Caroline and Lauren Gaggini.

Bob was born in Fortescue, on Feb. 5, 1927, to Elston and Margaret Hines. He graduated from Northeast Missouri State Teachers College (now Truman State) in 1949 with a degree in Secondary Education. He Married Barbara McReynolds in Kirksville, in 1950. Bob taught History and Driver’s Education in Spickard and Plattsburg. He served and was honorably discharged from the Army in both World War II and the Korean War. He then graduated with a Juris Doctorate from the University of Missouri Columbia in 1957.

After passing the bar exam, Bob went into private practice in Columbia. He started practicing with Dave Bear and the firm evolved into Bear, Hines, Thomas, Dierkes & Stamper. During this time, he helped start Century State Bank in Columbia. After many years, Bob left to start another firm. Bob then began practicing law with Robert Dierkes and his son, Robert H. Hines at the Hines and Dierkes Law Firm. Later, Scott Wilson joined the firm and the firm became the Hines & Wilson Law Firm. Bob continued to practice law, spending the majority of his time helping injured workers, until he was 89 years old. He was involved in the development of Legal Aide for the state of Missouri, served as general counsel for the Missouri Association of Realtors and was actively involved in the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys and was a past president of the organization. Bob was well respected in the legal community and was a great lawyer.

As much as Bob was passionate about the practice of law, he was also passionate about life. He taught those around him to enjoy a fine meal, good wine, and be better people. Bob loved his family, jazz music, recreational reading, and travel with his wife, Barbara. He quietly did many good deeds for others during his nearly 92 years. Bob had a great sense of humor and was an avid storyteller. Bob was well loved and will be missed by many.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice.

Online condolences may be made at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Rev. Dr. Kenneth Lee Frerking, 86, of Columbia, Missouri entered his eternal home with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019. His wife, daughter and son-in-law were at his side.

Visitation will be at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2201 W. Rollins Road, in Columbia, Thursday, Jan. 17 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. and Friday, Jan. 18 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. with funeral following at 11:00 a.m.

Ken was born on Feb. 22, 1932 to the Rev. Horace and Lucille (Tieman) Frerking in Amarillo, TX. He attended St. Pauls’ Academy and Junior College in Concordia, and went on to graduate with a Master of Divinity at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis in 1957, Master of Sociology from Ohio State University in 1962 and a PhD in Sociology from the University of Missouri in 1970. Ken spent 40 years in campus ministry, eight at University Lutheran Chapel at The Ohio State University and thirty-two at Campus Lutheran Church at the University of Missouri. He also served as a chaplain at the Ohio State Penitentiary while in Columbus, OH. In retirement he continued to serve pastoral vacancies at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Boonville and Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Centralia. His gifts were preaching, teaching and writing which he continued until Parkinson’s Disease made that too difficult.

On July 2, 1956, he married Ethelyn (Lynn) Louise Crawford in New Windsor, IL. Their marriage was blest with a daughter Joanna Beth of Columbia. Ken (and Lynn) loved their son-in-law Douglas McDowell like a son and found great joy in watching grandchildren Amanda Leigh and Joshua Douglas grow up. The Frerkings and McDowells often talked about being mutually blest to live next door to each other for the last 14 years.

In addition to serving the campus ministries, Ken engaged in numerous writing endeavors for Concordia Publishing House in St. Louis and other church agencies and publications which are too numerous to list here. He also served for seven years on the church body’s Commission on Church Literature. He was known in Columbia for editorials and articles on “hot issues” in the Columbia Daily Tribune. Ken always said that if he had not become a pastor he would have attended journalism school and pursued that career. In a way he did both.

Preceding Ken in death were his parents, Horace and Lucille Frerking. He is survived by two sisters, Claire Kuddes of Lee’s Summit, and Doris Embree of Dallas.

Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, Columbia; Campus Lutheran Church, Columbia; Concordia Seminary, St. Louis; or the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Wednesday, January 16, 2019

Arthur Herbert McIntosh, 84, of Columbia, passed away peacefully after a long illness on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 at his home.

A Celebration of Life and Remembrance for friends and family will be held on Friday, Jan. 18, from 3:00- 6:00 p.m. at the University Club, 704 Conley Avenue.

He was born April 2, 1934 in Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas USVI, the youngest of seven siblings. He earned a master’s degree at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario and at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, MA. He would then go on to earn a P.H.D. At the Harvard School of Public Health in Boston. It was in Cambridge where he would also meet Danièle, his wife of 54 years. Among his many professional accomplishments, Arthur was most proud of his induction as a Fellow in the Society for In Vitro Biology

Besides his work as a research scientist for many years with the U.S.D.A., Arthur’s great loves were his family and the game of tennis. Never was he more happy than when he was on the court or surrounded by his family or some combination of the two.

Besides his wife Danièle, Arthur is survived by two sons, Scott of Lee’s Summit, Craig of Creve Coeur, and daughter Anya of Nashville, TN. Arthur also leaves behind grandsons, Channing Luden and Jackson McIntosh; and great-grandson Theodore Arthur Luden.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Hospice Compassus who gave such exemplary care and support to Arthur and his family.

Published Sunday, January 20, 2019

Mary Jane McQuigg, 86, of Columbia, passed away on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019 at Boone Hospital.

Services will be private for the family.

Jane was born on June 18, 1932 in Dexter, to Ben Terrell and Loucile (Baker) Terrell. In 1952, she married Richard “Dick” Bloomfield in their hometown of Sikeston. That same year, they moved to Columbia to raise a family of three children. Dick completed his PhD from the University of Missouri and became the Dean of Graduate School. Jane was a member of Mother Singers, Fortnightly Club, and Russell Blvd Elementary room mothers. After her husband passed in 1972, she married Dr. James McQuigg of Columbia. Jim was a UMC Professor of Meteorology and NOAA meteorologist. Together they traveled the world, sang in the Missouri United Methodist Church choir, delivered Meals on Wheels and started a consulting business. He proceeded her in death in 1985.

Jane loved to attend craft shows, flower gardening, singing and playing piano. She liked to watch MU sports, Days of Our Lives and The Young and the Restless. She lived in the same home for 51 years. The last 33 years living by herself with her furry kids Fletch, Chika, JJ, CC, Sandy and Dee Dee.

Survivors include two children, Matt Bloomfield (Annette) and Emily Gilmore (Mark) of Columbia; five grandchildren, Zach Bloomfield, Kristina Bloomfield, Erika Bloomfield, Alex Schmitt, Nick Schmitt.

She was preceded in death by her oldest daughter, Cindy Lochhaas in 2013.

Memorials may be made to Second Chance Animal Shelter, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65202.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Saturday, January 19, 2019

Velma ‘Ann’ Brunstrom, 85, of Columbia, passed away following a brief illness on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019.

Visitation will be at 1:00 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 1:30 pm on Friday, Jan. 25 at Nilson Funeral Home in Columbia.

Ann was born June 29, 1933 in Moberly, to Elizabeth and Russell Henry Stott. She was preceded in death by her parents and former husband, Donald ‘Cookie’ Whitesides. She remarried in 1985 to Bruce Brunstrom..

Ann worked in the banking industry in Columbia for over 40 years, and retired in 1996 from Bank of America. Ann also worked for Atterberry Auction during her career. She enjoyed her retirement with Bruce in Lake Tahoe for several years, traveling the United States, and spending time with her family, children and grandchildren. Ann especially enjoyed traveling to watch her grandchildren play sports.

Those who knew Ann knew a woman of great strength, determination, and high standards. She was a talented athlete, voted best female athlete at Harrisburg High School while a student there. Ann was a Columbia Hall of Fame bowler, recognized in 1974 as one of the leading female bowlers in the area for over 24 years. She was a devoted Mizzou fan and loved following local high school sports. Ann enjoyed comparing notes with her sons about football games, basketball teams and baseball players.

Ann loved “meeting nice people and building memories”. She was a loyal, true friend who put others ahead of herself. She was proud of the many friendships she maintained over the years.

Ann is survived by her husband Bruce Brunstrom of Columbia; sons Bruce (Susan) Whitesides of Columbia, Gary (Lisa) Whitesides of Rocklin, CA, and Steve (Julie) Whitesides of San Diego; and her grandchildren, Jake, Alex, Alexis, Olivia, Logan, and Delaney Whitesides, and Falynn Pesola. She is also survived by her twin sister, June Willis; brother Russell F. Stott; niece Celeste; and nephew Russell C. Stott.

In lieu of flowers donations are suggested to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society.

Published Sunday, February 3, 2019

John R. Rawlings, 70, passed away at Boone Hospital Center surrounded by his family on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019.

A celebration of John’s life will be held on Friday, Feb. 8, at 11:00 a.m. at Broadway Christian Church in Columbia. The family will greet friends at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service.

He was born on Dec. 5, 1948, in Marshall, to Opie and Leota Rawlings. From his birth to his death he gifted people around him with kindness, love, faith and music.

John graduated from Missouri Valley College with a degree in Accounting. He was employed at the University of Missouri for 24 years. As an Assistant Athletic Director, he worked for six Athletic Directors and handled over 2,000 Mizzou intercollegiate athletic events. After his retirement from the University, John went on to enjoy a 15-year career with RE/MAX Boone Realty where he received the RE/MAX International Hall of Fame Award.

John was a faith and music ministry man. He served for over 30 years as the Music Director at Broadway Christian Church’s Daybreak Worship Service. He participated in over 1,500 worship services. He created new music each Sunday on his own and with faith friends.

John called Boone County and Saline County home. He loved family, music, and wildlife. He loved traveling to Sanibel Island, FL, Napa Valley, CA, the Kansas City Plaza and State Parks. John enjoyed biking, playing cards, collecting, photography, ancestry, and staying in touch with extended family and friends.

John appeared over 50 times as a musical guest on Pepper and Friends. He also performed in years past as folk musician, Jason B. Steele.

Left to honor John and remember his love are his wife of 32 years, Debra; children, Ashley (Willie) Boatwright and Patrick Rawlings; brother, David (Karen) Rawlings; sister-in-law, Pamela (Micheal) White; nephews, Andy (Tracy) Rawlings and children, Christian, Olivia and Isabel, Brian (Sheryl) White and children, Sarah and Collin, David (Leslie) White and children Harry and Jack; and niece, Kristen (Will) Lanich and children, Billy and Ruth.

Memorials are suggested to Broadway Christian Church for the Daybreak Worship Service, the State Historical Society of Missouri, the American Cancer Society for Bile Duct Cancer Research, the Leeton, Missouri Museum and Missouri Valley College.

Published Friday, February 1, 2019

Cynthia Joyce Berends, 62, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019 at South Hampton Place.

A Memorial Service will take place at 2:00 p.m. Monday, Feb. 4, at Memorial Funeral Home with a reception to follow for family and friends.

Cindy was born on May 25, 1956 in Manhattan, KS, the eldest child of Max and Margaret (Pearson) Berends. She was diagnosed with what today is called Down syndrome. Although the doctor talked to her parents about her limitations, Cindy started proving them wrong. She played and socialized with the children in her neighborhood. She received education in Kansas and Missouri. She ranked high in her first evaluation tests. Assisted by her family, Woodhaven and Boone Country Family Resources; Cindy lived an independent life. She was employed by Central Missouri Subcontracting Enterprises and retired after 39 years of service. She also worked alongside her parents as they served as “Volunteer Camp Hosts” at Missouri State Parks. She was promoted as an official “Volunteer” complete with a nametag and vest.

Cindy enjoyed latch-hooking, swimming and participating in the Adaptive Hand Bell Choir. She was an acolyte at her church, Broadway Christian Church for over 20 years. Cindy was a proud and talented athlete with 26 years of participation in the Special Olympics. May of 2000 marked the 25th anniversary of the Special Olympics Spring Games and Cindy participated in the opening ceremonies, since she had participated in each of those 25 years!

Cindy was a successful, capable and special person who brought love to all those she met. She found joy in the simplest of daily experiences.

Cindy is survived by her father, Max Berends; one sister, Lorie Berrends; one brother, David (Ruth) Berends; two nieces, Samatha, Kristin; six nephews, Jared, Zachary, Forrest, Luke, Daniel, Joshua, Coltan; her best friends, Norma and Dale; and a host of uncles, cousins, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Memorial donations in memory may be made to: Central Missouri Subcontracting Enterprises or Woodhaven.

Online condolences may be made at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, February 3, 2019

Lola Rose Southall, 92, former social worker for the Missouri Family Services, died of natural causes on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019, in Columbia. Her husband, Carey Southall predeceased her in 2009.

Lola Southall believed, “when you’re gone, you’re gone” and had no real desire to have a gathering to celebrate her life. However, a small group of family and friends will gather in the coming weeks to share memories.

Lola Southall was a woman of contradictions: Quirky yet proper, anti-establishment yet keeper of tradition, houseproud yet disinterested in housework, roadtrip devotee yet a terrible driver. She loved to travel, and loved to get-lost-on-purpose. Her work as a social worker took her into rural Missouri’s highways and byways where she came to know and love unique hideaway cafes and shops. Endlessly curious, she was a voracious reader who could gobble up a tome on Russian history as easily as an Agatha Christie. She was passionate about art, theater, history, Buddhism, travel, and poetry.

Her friends often marveled how Lola always seemed to have a guardian angel on her shoulder who would rescue her whenever she was lost, stuck in a snowbank, stranded by weather in Chicago, and even allow her to fly without identification.

Lola attended Ohio State University, and got her masters degree at University of Florida, where she met Carey Southall whom she married in 1948. As a young social worker in the segregated south, Lola saw horrible poverty and inequity which she documented in compelling essays. She recently commented that she was grateful that she had witnessed so many good changes in society over her lifetime.

An ardent traveler, she and Carey visited 41 countries, all the World’s Fairs in the US, all the major national parks, and countless visits to NYC where all three children lived at one time or another. Family vacations in Estes Park, CO and Manasota Key, FL were an annual highlight for the family.

She was a prolific journal-keeper, letter writer, and hysterically funny observer of humankind. Lola was an avid participant in local organizations, including the YWCA and the Fortnightly Club. Always a history buff, she was thrilled to serve on the Bicentennial Commission. She and groups of friends formed eating clubs, which endured for decades. She often combined her love of travel, learning, and meeting new people through Elderhostel and other work/study trips.

People described her as vibrant, unique and curious, always engaging and “being in her presence made you feel alive.”

Lola Jean Rose Southall is survived by her children and their families, daughter Carole Southall (Hermon Telyan) of Wilton, CT, son Tom Southall, of Columbia, and daughter, Dr. Kathy Southall (Rich Murray), of Wyckoff, NJ; and grandchildren Taylor, age 30, New York City, Harrison, age 27, Nairobi, Kenya, and Christian age 26, San Francisco.

Her family welcomes any memories and anecdotes; send to daughters Carole or Kathy carolesouthall@gmail or kathysouthall@gmail

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

Published Sunday, February 3, 2019

Risa Lou Warrick, 63, of Columbia, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019.

A visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 6, at Parker-Millard Funeral Services, with a funeral service to follow at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. A repast luncheon will be held at the funeral home following the service.

She was born on March 1, 1955 in Boone County to the late Fred and Estell (Turner) Blueitt. Risa was united in marriage to Phillip Warrick on March 22, 1997 in Columbia.

Throughout the years Risa worked at different places, including Disc Washer Inc. and K.M.C. Manufacturing. She had a heart for helping others and volunteered at the local Food Pantry. She was very active in foster parenting. When she was not helping others, Risa enjoyed traveling, doing word puzzles, decorating, gardening, and landscaping in her yard. Everyone knew she loved her soap operas and you did not call when “her stories” were on.

She is survived by her husband, Phillip Warrick; son, Leo (Ann) Robinson; grandchildren, Malcolm, Isaac; great-grandchild, Isabella; nine step-children; many step-grandchildren; three brothers, Ernest (Joyce) Blueitt of Lakewood, CO, Fred Blueitt, Bennie (Cynthia) Blueitt; sisters, Marcelle Lige, Carrie (Elmer) Redden, Leneta Dixon, Patricia Blueitt; one aunt, Mary Catherine Turner all of Columbia; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

In addition to her parents and grandparents, Risa was preceded in death by uncle Ben Turner; and one brother, Major James Blueitt.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com. 

Published Thursday, January 31, 2019

Dixie June German, 85, of Columbia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019 in Fair Grove, in the comfort of her daughter’s home.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, Feb. 2, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Discovery Church, Columbia. Funeral Services will follow at 2:00 p.m. at the church with Rev. Max Jennings officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Dixie was born on April 3, 1933 in Charles City, IA, the daughter of George and Geneva (Higgenbottom) Dodge, who preceded her in death. She was married on Oct. 3, 1960 in Harrison, AR to Melvin German, who preceded her in death on May 26, 1984.

Dixie enjoyed history, family genealogy, drawing, sewing, movies, cooking, playing scrabble, church, her pets, and most of all visiting with her family and friends. She lived her life with a beautiful presence of cheer, kindness, and sacrificial love and was an inspiration to all who knew her. Our memories of her will be cherished.

Survivors include two daughters, Julie Fancher (Philip) of Columbia, and Karen Dovidio (Shawn) of Fair Grove; two sons, Michael German (Jeni) of Pearland, TX and Patrick German (Melanie) of Lebanon, PA; two sisters, Rita Martin (Donald) and Darlene Poague (Benny); nine grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by one son, Steven German; one grandson, Christopher German; one brother, Dwight “Bud” Dodge; and two sisters, Ilah McNulty and Donna Lawrence.

Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65202.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Wednesday, February 6, 2019

Lena J. Weldon, 97, of Columbia passed away on Friday, Feb. 1, 2019 at The Bluffs.

Visitation will be from 12:00-2:00 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7, at Memorial Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held immediately following at Memorial Park Cemetery.

She was born on Oct. 29, 1921, in Boone County, the daughter of Curtis and Nancy Jane (Forbis) Pauley, both of whom preceded her in death. She was married on August 19, 1940, in Columbia to C.W. Weldon, Sr., who passed away on March 12, 1993.

She worked at J.C. Penney’s for over 25 years and volunteered at Columbia Regional Hospital for 25 years as well. She loved quilting, sewing and traveling.

She is survived by one son, Claude “Sonny” Weldon (Patsy) of Columbia; and one daughter, Christine Poe of Columbia; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three daughters, Dorothy Collins, Shirley Kilbourn and Wanda Mahan; one sister; and one brother.

Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published by Memorial Funeral Home, Columbia MO - Thursday, February 7, 2019

Amber Elizabeth Richardson, 31, Muenster, TX, formerly of Centralia, MO, passed away on Friday, February 1, 2019 at Medical City in Denton, TX.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 10, 2019 from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm at Memorial Funeral Home, Columbia, MO. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 pm at the funeral home with Elder Allen Garrett officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery on Monday, February 11, 2019 at 10:00 am with full military honors.

Amber was born on May 4, 1987 in Columbia, MO the daughter of Mark and Rebecca (Butzin) Hunt. She graduated in 2005 from Centralia High School and then joined the US Air Force. Amber was married on October 1, 2010 in Linden, TX to Patrick Richardson. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree from Park University in 2018 and was currently working for Callisburg School District in Callisburg, TX as an administrative assistant.

Survivors include: her husband, Patrick Richardson of the home; two children, Tyler Richardson and Chloe Richardson of Muenster, TX; her parents, Mark and Becky Hunt of Centralia, MO; one brother, Dustin Hunt of Hallsville, MO; one sister, Heather Blankenship (Jesse) of Centralia, MO; grandmother, Phyllis Hunt of Rocheport, MO; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Kent and Sherri Ness of Atlanta, TX; uncle and aunt, Mike and Kara Hunt of Rocheport, MO and several uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, William & Claudia Butzin; grandfather, Joe Hunt and two uncles, Billy Butzin and Kent Butzin.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Family of Amber Elizabeth Richardson, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65202.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Tuesday, February 5, 2019

Penny S. Martie (Parman), 67, of Ashland, met her Lord & Savior on Monday, Feb. 4, 2019.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 9, at Praise Assembly Church at 4300 Clark Lane, Columbia, with dinner to follow.

Penny was born Nov. 15, 1951 to Hobert and Mary Lee Parman (Walker). On July 31, 1970, Penny married her high school sweetheart Frederick Martie (who preceded her in death on Feb. 12, 2018). Together they raised two daughters, Angela Martie (Tom Chicovsky) and Jennifer Lee (Donnie). Fred and Penny were then blessed with nine grandchildren, Allisha (Nick Andrews) & Steven Roberts, Brianna & Katie Lee, Alyssa, Zack, Zander, Caleb & Emma Chicovsky. They also had a great-grandson, Killian Andrews, and are also expecting another later this year.

As a young teenager, Penny had a heart for caring. She started her lifetime career at Ellis Fischel where she retired in 2002. Those early years also introduced a sly, side-talking teenage boy she ended up marrying. They had a special love (eventually) and commitment not only to their Lord and Savior, but to one another. In the mid 80′s, they became the pastors of Living Faith Church where she ministered, loved, guided and nurtured many people that would later become their “framily”. In 2000, much to the dismay of her families (and dogs) ears, she joined the Boone County Fire District Pipe and Drums where she (thankfully) honed her bagpiping skills. She spent the next 18 years traveling with her Pipe and Drum family playing parades, funerals, Air shows and even played for some cows (without request from the cows, of course).

Penny’s wit, charm, sass and “style” will be missed most by her daughters; grandchildren; sister Donna (Danny) Perkins; brother-in-law Pete Melvin; and great-grandchildren. Along with a multitude of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and framily. She was preceded in death by her parents; her love Fred; sisters Joanne Sapp and Debbie Melvin; and a brother Roger Dale.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to KJAB Southern Gospel radio at KJAB.com or 621 W. Monroe, Mexico, Mo 65265.

Published Sunday, February 17, 2019

Sara “Sally” Lindahl, 65, of Columbia, passed on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019.

Private graveside services were held Saturday, Feb. 16, at the Millersburg Baptist Cemetery in Millersburg.

Sally was born in Kansas City, KS on Dec. 10, 1953 to Rhodes and Billie Sue Barbarick and they preceded her in death.

On Jan. 21, 1972, she married Everett “Butch” Lindahl in Phoenix. She spent her life as a homemaker, mother and loving companion for close to 50 years. Sally was a strong Christian woman who now rests in the care of her Lord Jesus Christ.

Sally is survived by her husband, Butch Lindahl of Columbia; sister, Susan Burns (John) of Columbia; daughter, Shelley Pitts (Glen) of Jefferson City; grandsons, Shawn and Matthew Pitts of Jefferson City; nephew, Joseph Burns (Rhonda) of Auxvasse; and niece, Racheal McDowell (Tom) of Fulton.

Tributes may be shared with the family at www.bachyager.com.

Published Wednesday, February 13, 2019

Lonnie “Big Man” Anderson Sr., 65, of Columbia passed away at his residence on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019.

A visitation will be held from 12:00-1:00 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 16, at Parker-Millard Funeral Service, with a funeral service to follow at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Lonnie was born on July 13, 1953 in Chicago, to the late Willie Dean and Willie Mae (Barton) Anderson. He grew up in Chicago and graduated from Farragut High School in 1971. After high school Lonnie went on to attend a local trade school where he learned his trade of being a machinist. He had a very diverse work history, but his most recent employment was with the City of Columbia and the Columbia Public Schools.

Lonnie was a professional lottery player, loved watching old westerns, was a lifelong fan of The Temptations, and will be forever remembered for his passion and support of Miller High Life.

He is survived by his son, Lonnie Anderson Jr of Columbia; two daughters, Anita Murray and Lashonda Anderson both of Columbia; two stepsons, Benjamin and Leon Bowman of Columbia; four step-daughters, Carmelita Bowman, Michelle Bowman, Amber Bowman, and Rochelle King all of Columbia; one brother, Lovell Anderson (Kathy) of Columbia; three sisters, Dorlinda Miller of Rockford, IL, Kathleen Anderson of Mississippi, and Eunice Edwards of Rockford, IL; 24 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Lonnie is also survived by his Aunt Mamie Sneed; best friend Debra Carter; and a host of other family and friends.

Lonnie was preceded in death by one brother Willie Dean Anderson; one son Taurus D. Carter.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Wednesdday, February 13, 2019

John E. Sheehan, 84, peacefully passed away Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019 at the Harry S Truman VA Hospital.

Visitation will take place on Friday, Feb. 15, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Nilson Funeral Home in Columbia. The funeral will be held on Saturday, Feb. 16 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Parish with John’s brother Archbishop Emeritus Michael J. Sheehan celebrating the Mass. Family friend Fr. Chris Cordes will concelebrate.

He was born June 16, 1934 in Joplin, to Mildred Jarboe Sheehan and John E. Sheehan Sr., both of whom preceded him in death.

He married the love of his life Sue (Burnes) Sheehan on Oct. 25, 1958. She preceded him in death on Dec. 16, 2003. As he was entering the final stages of his life he asked us how he was going to find Sue in Heaven. We told him we have no doubt she is saving a chair for him at the bridge table.

John is survived by his five children, Ann Sheehan of Columbia, Stephen Sheehan of Columbia, Julie Sheehan of Lacy, WA, David (Jacqui) Sheehan of Warrensburg, and Kathleen (Stephen) Wilmes of Yakima, WA.

He was preceded in death by his older sister, Mary Yaden. He is survived by his brothers, Most Reverend Michael Sheehan of Albuquerque, NM and Jody Sheehan (Fran) of Lenexa, KS; as well as many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.

He also leaves behind 13 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

John graduated from Oklahoma A&M College in 1956 through the Air Force ROTC program. It was when he was stationed in Morocco that he met Sue, who was a teacher with the DOD. He was honorably discharged in 1959.

He received his MBA from the University of Dayton in 1968.

John worked in sales for all of his adult life. The last forty years he worked for Bankers Advertising, a company he loved and worked for up until his passing.

The family would like to express great gratitude to the VA Hospital, for all of the wonderful care given not only to John, but to our entire family during this difficult time.

Published Friday, February 15, 2019

Eunice Lucille Neitzert, 94, of Columbia, passed away on Monday, Feb. 11, 2019.

Funeral Services will be Saturday, Feb. 16, at 10:00 a.m. at Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until time for the service. Burial will follow at Syracuse Cemetery, Syracuse, MO.

Eunice was born Jan. 21, 1925, in Otterville to Samuel and Stella Williams Homan and they preceded her in death. On August 10, 1948, she married George H. Neitzert and he preceded her in death on Dec. 1, 1990 after being happily married for 42 years. She loved vegetable and flower gardening and spent a lot of time and hard work doing both in the spring and summer. Eunice also loved to piece fabric to make quilts and took great pride in the finished quilt. But her greatest love was that of her family and especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and enjoyed going to church and making friends.

Survivors include two children, Marvin Neitzert (Janice) and Margaret Marshall (A.J.) both of Columbia; three sisters, Ilene Leaton of Sedalia, Mildred Stahl (Allen) of Syracuse and Meleta Brodersen (Charles) of Otterville; five grandchildren, Jay Marshall (Kristen), Andy Neitzert (Sara), Becky Hatfield (Justin), Carl Neitzert (Alyssa) and Lia Neitzert; six great-grandchildren, Emma, Lilly, Ellie, James, Ethan and Allie.

She was also preceded in death by four brothers, Leroy, Earl, Nolan and Homer.

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

Published Sunday, February 17, 2019

Charles G. “Chuck” Wobbe, of Raytown, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019.

A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, Feb. 23 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Heartland Cremation and Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, MO 64133.

Chuck is survived by his wife of 52 years Celia; and one son Nick. Also surviving are four brothers, Marvin of New Bloomfield, David of Columbia, Mark of Ashland, and Don of Harrisburg. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Elsie Wobbe; two brothers, Francis and Roger; and one sister, Rita.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Raytown Emergency Assistance Program, 9300 E. 75th St., Raytown, MO 64138 or Disabled American Veterans, 14605 E. US Hwy 40, Kansas City, MO 64136.

Published Sunday, February 17, 2019

Michael C. Harper, 62, of Columbia, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019, in Marksville, LA.

Friends will be received from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday, Feb. 18, 2019, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Columbia. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Columbia.

He was born Aug. 23, 1956, in Bloomington, IN, a son of Mark and Ann (Wilson) Harper. He was a 1975 graduate of Columbus North High School in Columbus, IN and a 1979 Agriculture Economics graduate and member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity of Purdue University. On June 22, 1985, Mike was united in marriage to Bobbi King, who survives at their home.

Mike worked for FMC Corporation for 39 glorious years as an Ag Chemical Sales Rep, and most recently, as the Industry Relations Manager. He was involved in Missouri FFA and The University of Missouri School of Agriculture. In addition to being involved in Grant’s Boy Scout troop and coaching Shelby’s middle school basketball team, Mike enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening and cheering on Mizzou and Purdue athletics. He also liked spending time with neighbors and friends. Mike was an avid reader and never missed the opportunity to learn something new. He never met a stranger he couldn’t talk to and was a wonderful friend to all who knew him. Mike was always open and willing to offer advice, whether it was requested...or not. He loved going to the beach and to his new favorite place, the farm. Mike enjoyed Cardinals baseball, and going on family vacations, always stopping on road trips to explore new places.

In addition to his wife and parents, Mike is also survived by his daughter, Shelby (fiancé Sean O’Hagan) of Philadelphia, PA and son, Grant of St. Louis; brother Terry Harper (Tracey) of Alpharetta, GA, brother Steve Harper (Renee) of Cary, NC, and sister Mary Harper of Indianapolis; niece Lauren (Harper) Lummus (Reid, Harper, and Greyson) of Cumming, GA and nephew Geoffrey Harper (Andrea) of Chicago, IL. He will be greatly missed by customers, co-workers, friends, but most of all, his family.

Expressions of sympathy may be made in Mike’s honor to: The Indiana FFA (https://ffa.givingfuel.com/ffadonate); Phi Delta Theta Fraternity, Theta Chapter, Purdue University; Phi Delta Theta at Purdue Alumni Relations Center, P.O. Box 7007, Alberta Lee, MN 56007-8007; The University of Missouri School of Agriculture- Please choose Division of Applied Sciences (https://securelb.imodules.com/s/1002/giving/index.aspx?sid=1002&gid=165&pgid=5006&cid=9137&dids=229.230.231.232.233.234.235.236.237.238.239.503.504); Central Missouri Honor Flight (http://centralmissourihonorflight.com/donate/)

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Wednesday, March 27, 2018

Frances Karen Giboney, 80, of Columbia, Missouri passed away on Feb. 14, 2019 in Columbia, Missouri surrounded by her loved ones.

Frances was born in Mexico, MO to Frances and Floyd Cox on Oct. 10, 1938. Frances married Kenneth A. Giboney on Oct. 26, 1954. Frances was preceded in death by her husband and their oldest son Kenneth Alan Giboney.

Frances is survived by her son Anthony Giboney, daughter Penny Walker and husband Robert Walker, and son Mark Douglas Giboney and wife Jodie Giboney. Frances is survived by three siblings and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Grandchildren include, Shannon Torres, Cody Giboney, Erica Bressman, David Walker, Andrew Walker, Kyla Kelleher, Karyssa Giboney and Cole Giboney. Great-Grandchildren include, Madison Torres, Giada Torres, Brady Bressman, Beau Bressman, Bristol Bressman, and Cyrus Berry.

Services were previously held.

Published Sunday, March 31, 2019

Rev. Muriel Watkins Leach, 95, of Columbia passed away Friday, Feb. 15, 2019.

Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 6 at First Christian Church.

Muriel was a School of Nursing student advisor, First Christian Church Minister of Christian Education, and co-pastor of Rocheport Christian Church.

She loved God, family and friends, reading, singing, the beach, dolphins, and traveling. Muriel and Robert Leach (deceased) were married for 63 years. She is cherished by children Kirsten and Corl; granddaughter Kelsey; sister Bessie; and many others.

Muriel asked that memorial gifts go to First Christian Church, Columbia.

Published Thursday, February 21, 2019

Jeanne Boyle Oldweiler passed away surrounded by family on Monday, Feb. 18, 2019 in Columbia.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, Feb. 25, at St. Thomas More Newman Center with visitation in the church gathering space at 9:00 a.m. followed by Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Columbia Cemetery.

Jeanne was born in Stratton, NE, to Patrick and Winifred Kennedy Boyle and was graduated from McCook Senior High School in McCook, NE. She was graduated from Northern Colorado University.

She was married to her husband, Harry E. Oldweiler, for 58 years. They moved to Columbia in 1968. When their four children were younger, she taught quilting and needlepoint classes in Columbia. When the last child started school, she became a Real Estate Broker with Re/Max Boone Realty where she found her niche and sincerely loved helping buyers and sellers.

As a Realtor, she received many accolades, including REALTOR – Salesperson of the Year, REALTOR of the Year, and Woman of the Year awarded by the Women’s Council of REALTORs. At the state level, she was also REALTOR-Salesperson of the Year, President of Missouri State Women’s Council of REALTORS, and Woman of the Year as awarded by Missouri Women’s Council. On the national level, she was a national officer of Governor in Missouri Women’s Council.

They took summer vacations with their children and before and after retirement, she and Harry traveled extensively to all fifty states and to five continents. They spent many winters in Santiago, Mexico and Green Valley, AZ.

In retirement, she authored three books, read extensively, played bridge and was an active member of The Writer’s Square.

She will leave a huge hole in this world. She is preceded in death by her parents: Patrick and Winifred Boyle; brother Daniel Boyle; and sister Catherine Boyle VanArsdale. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years; three strong Irish sisters, Mary Ann Boyle Boncelet of North Brunswick, NJ, Barbara Boyle Stroup (Harold) of Denver and Patricia Boyle Browne (John) of Denver; one brother-in-law, James VanArsdale of Graysville, IL; and four children and nine grandchildren who will miss her very much: Tom Oldweiler (Laura), Alex and Madeline of Mobile, AL and Patrick of Brooklyn, NY; Jennifer Oldweiler Hill (David), Nathan and Daniel of Prairie Village, KS, and Michael of Chicago; Andrew Oldweiler (Cheryl) of Houston, TX; and Elizabeth Oldweiler Turk (Stephen), Caroline, Patrick and Catherine of San Mateo, CA.

Memorials may be made to the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Wednesday, February 27, 2019

Gennady Barabtarlo, 70, of Columbia, died peacefully at home on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019.

Visitation will be held at St. Luke Evangelist Church, 1510 Audubon Dr, Columbia on Wednesday, Feb. 27, from 12:00-1:00 p.m. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in Columbia City Cemetery. A memorial service is planned for a later date.

A renowned literary scholar, author and editor of numerous books, Gennady Barabtarlo retired as Professor Emeritus last year from the University of Missouri-Columbia, where he taught Russian Studies for over 30 years. He devoted most of his scholarship to the work of Vladimir Nabokov and Aleksandr Pushkin, and the International Vladimir Nabokov Society named its essay prize in his honor in 2019. His brilliant mind and kind and generous spirit will be deeply missed by family and friends, students and colleagues around the world.

Professor Barabtarlo is survived by his wife, Alla, of Columbia; daughter, Maria (Masha) Sapp (husband, Michael) of St. Louis; and granddaughter, Jessie Elena Sapp; and sister, Dina Birnbaum (husband, Alan) and family of South Bend, IN.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, March 3, 2019

Miriam Marshall Hemphill, 97, Columbia, passed away on Monday, Feb. 25, 2019 at Lenoir Woods in Columbia.

Private family graveside services will be in Memorial Park Cemetery in Columbia. A Celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 11, at St. Thomas More Newman Center, 602 Turner Ave, Columbia.

Miriam was born on August 10, 1921 in Apalachicola, FL, the daughter of John and Estelle (Marks) Marshall who preceded her in death. Miriam graduated from Chapman High School in Apalachicola, FL in 1938 and then graduated from Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN in 1942. She was married on July 17, 1943 in Camp Livingston, LA to Delbert Dean Hemphill who preceded her in death in 1995. She was a member of Newman Center Catholic Church, Fortnightly Club, Daughters of the American Revolution, Boone County Historical Society, Museum Associates and Friends of Churchill Memorial.

Survivors include four children, Delbert Hemphill Jr (Rosa) of Canby, OR, Ann Hemphill of Quartz Hill, CA, Joan Markow (Mitchell) of St. Louis, and John Hemphill of Columbia; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Willoughby Marshall (Marie) and Travis Marshall (Kathryn).

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Thomas More Newman Center, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65202.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, March 10, 2019

Mary Virginia (Gina) Morgan passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019 in Columbia, at age 98.

A private graveside service was held by the family in Pittsburg, KS on March 6, 2019.

She was born on June 1, 1920 in Pittsburg, KS to Oscar James Hubert and Bennie Meacham Hubert. She graduated in 1940 from Pittsburg State University.

She married Jack W. Morgan in 1942 who predeceased her in 1987. She received her Master’s Degree from the University of Missouri and taught there in the College of Education for 29 years. She received numerous teaching and alumni awards.

In 2000, she married G. Robert Gadberry who passed away in 2016. She is survived by son Jack H. Morgan (Debbie); three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and two step-daughters.

Memorial gifts may be made to the Mary Virginia Morgan Scholarship Fund in the College of Education, University of Missouri Columbia.

Arrangements were under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service. Condolences can be left online for the family at www.parkermillard.com.

Published Thursday, March 14, 2019

On Wednesday, the sixth day of March, 2019, Lorna Longwell Johnson passed away quietly surrounded by family in her apartment in Copley, OH. Prior to moving to Copley, Lorna lived in Columbia for 56 years.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Lorna was born on Aug. 31, 1925, in Champaign, IL. She spent her early childhood in Morgantown, WV. She graduated from Fargo High School in Fargo, ND, where she greatly enjoyed taking Latin and was known as “Diana, goddess of the chase”. Following high school she earned a degree in Microbiology from North Dakota State University in 1947. While at North Dakota State she was very involved in the Independent Students Association. She was also fortunate in being able to hear Marian Anderson and Paul Robeson perform at the University. Subsequently, she completed her training as a Medical Technologist at Omaha in 1948. She worked as a Medical Technologist for eight years in Wayne, NE and in Columbia, primarily in the blood bank.

Lorna was very involved as a volunteer in many organizations including as an officer of the music sorority Sigma Alpha Iota, as a tutor in the Columbia Public Schools and as an alumni advisor to the Alpha Gamma Delta sorority. One of her greatest joys was as a volunteer at the Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, where she made many life-long friends.

Lorna had a life-long love of music. She was an excellent pianist. Fortunately, she was able to play throughout her life. The sound of the organ was one of her favorites since she first heard it on a broadcast by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Her interest in musical styles ranged from early organ music to Beethoven’s symphonies and from the folk music of Pete Seeger to the popular music of Dean Martin and country music of Johnny Cash. She passed on her love of music to her children.

Preceded in death by her husband of 39 years, Richard Johnson; her parents John and Lorna Longwell; her brother John Jr.; sister Julia; and great-grandson, Gavin, she leaves a brother, C. Robert (Barbara) Longwell; son, Ronald (Deborah); daughter, Chaille Conklin (Norman); five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and two nephews and their families.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations may be made to the Boone Hospital Foundation, 1600 East Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201 by mail, at 573-815-2800 by phone, or online at https://www.boone.org/foundation/donations.

Published Wednesday, March 13, 2019

Florence Estelle (“Erica”) Pickard, 94, of Columbia, passed away at The Neighborhoods on Saturday, March 9, 2019, following a brief illness.

Services will be held on Saturday, March 23, at 11:00 a.m. at Calvary Episcopal Church, 123 S. 9th Street, Columbia.

Erica was born on August 20, 1924, to James A. Carlan and Florence A. Whidden Carlan in Everett, MA. She married Dr. Clarence M. (“Jack”) Pickard on October 9, 1954, in Topeka, KS. Jack preceded her in death on July 14, 2002.

Erica grew up in Arlington, MA, graduated from Radcliffe College with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, and went on to earn a degree at Johns Hopkins Medical School in Art as Applied to Medicine (Medical Illustration). Erica enlisted in the United States Coast Guard during World War II. She later returned to college at age 65 to earn a Bachelor’s degree in French from Stephens College. Erica was a firm believer in life-long education.

Erica first pursued her interest in art as a child, learning silversmithing from an Italian master at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts where she made elegant silver jewelry. During her early career, Erica had an art studio on Boylston Street in Boston. After she married and moved to Columbia, she volunteered with Mid-Missouri Mental Health Center and Boonville Correction Center teaching art to patients and residents. Erica started a silk-screening operation at the Sheltered Workshop in Columbia in the 1970′s for individuals with developmental disabilities. Erica and Jack were devoted to supporting individuals with special needs. The church kneelers and altar cloths at Calvary Episcopal Church were designed and needlepointed by Erica and a group of artisans from the church. Erica was also a strong supporter of the Columbia Public Library, helping establish the Friends of the Columbia Public Library where she helped initiate the regular book sales.

Erica was a member of many genealogical societies, including National Society of New England Women, National Society of Women Descendants of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts, National Society of Colonial Dames of America, National Society Magna Carta Dames and Barons, National Society Sons and Daughters of the Pilgrims, and National Society Daughters of the American Colonists. She was a member of P.E.O. Chapter AZ, and Kings Daughters, Constance Emig Circle. She was also a member of The Readers, Friends of Boone County Family Resources, Stephens College Alumnae Club, and Friends of the Columbia Public Library.

Erica is survived by her four children, Carlan Brent Pickard of Columbia, Emmett Blair Pickard of Columbia, Reid Haskell Pickard of Overland Park, KS, and Lydia Windsor Schoene and husband C. Alan, of Columbia. Her brother, James Carlan of Maryland, also survives. She was preceded in death by her parents; an infant sister; and her brother “Bud” Carlan of California.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Friends of Columbia Public Library, P.O. Box 1267, Columbia, MO 65205. Condolences may be shared at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, March 31, 2019

Dr. William D. Dellande, 93, passed away on March 21, 2019 at Cedarhurst of Columbia, where he was fondly known as Dr. Bill.

Private family services were previously held.

He lived bravely with Alzheimer’s Disease for nearly a decade before passing. He was born in Tennessee to Georgianna and Armand Dellande. He is survived by his wife, Alice; daughter, Elaine and husband Jim; sister, Mary Jordan; and niece, Victoria Jordan. He was preceded in death by his son, Brian; brother Armand Victor; and niece Christina Jordan.

He served in the United States Army during World War II and was honorably discharged. In 1947 he married Alice Hassebrock in St. Louis. He received his Bachelor and Master of Arts degrees from the University of Missouri in Columbia. He earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Illinois College of Optometry.

Dr. Dellande’s activities in Optometry included office practice, research, writing and lecturing. He published articles in professional journals on reading skills, infant examination, contact lenses, and other optometric topics. Dr. Dellande earned certification as a diplomate of the Contact Lens Section of the American Academy of Optometry in 1967. He was active in various professional organizations and served as program chairman and later as president of the Heart of America Contact Lens Society. In 1975 he received Man of the Year Award from this society for his contribution to the contact lens field. In 1983-84 he was president of the Missouri Chapter of the American Academy of Optometry.

Bill Dellande truly loved his profession and continued professional studies until retirement in his early 80′s. His lifelong love of learning extended to many areas beyond his profession. He had an inquisitive mind, playful sense of humor, and a generous spirit. Bill was deeply devoted to his family. He will be greatly missed and remembered by those whose lives he touched. Online condolences may be made at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the charity of your choice.

Published Wednesday, March 27, 2019

Susan Irene Perkins, 67, of Columbia, passed away Monday, March 25, 2019.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 31, at Nilson Funeral Home.

Susan was born May 31, 1951 in Columbia, the daughter of Olis Vencil and Helen Maxine Level Nichols. She married Robert Lee Perkins Sept. 3, 1998.

She enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren, mowing the lawn, and watching movies. She left an impression on all whom she met.

Survivors include her husband, Robert; sons, David Jones (wife Kelsey) and Robert Jones; step-son, Robert Lee Perkins, Jr.; and step-daughter, April Burton; sister, Joan Railton (husband Jerry); step-brothers, Kerry Janicki and Tim Nowlin; step-sister, Vicky Kirchhoff; seven grand; and seven great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Donny; sister, Carolyn Bowden; and brother, Dwayne Nichols.

Memorial contributions may be made to Ellis

Arrangements are under the direction of Nilson Funeral Home, 5611 E. St. Charles Rd.; Columbia, MO 65202. (573) 474-8443.

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

Published Sunday March 31, 2019

Dorothy Pauline Garrison, 92, of Eureka, formerly of Columbia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at her home in Eureka.

Visitation will be on Monday, April 1, from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Memorial Funeral Home, Columbia. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Entombment will be held in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Dorothy was born on August 31, 1926 in Viola, the daughter of Amos and Rebecca (Standlee) Amos, who preceded her in death. She was married on August 25, 1945 to John Garrison, who preceded her in death on Feb. 24, 2017. Dorothy was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and educator. She received a BS in education from the University of Missouri and was inducted into Pi Lamba Theta for her superior Scholastic Achievement. Having completed her degree, Dorothy eagerly began her career as an educator of third grade students. She retired from Russell Boulevard Elementary after 28 years of service, having touched hundreds of children’s hearts and lives with her devotion to teaching.

Survivors include three daughters, Doris Bender (Ralph) of Eureka, Elizabeth Brungs of Paradise Valley, AZ and Carolyn Reich of Kirkwood; six grandchildren, Julie Moriarity (Mike), Jennifer Christofferson (Phil), Scott Arnold, Kate Center (David), Kay Brungs Laud (Kevin) and Molly ReichChester (Aaron); eight great-grandchildren, Mary Claire, Ellie, and Brady Moriarity, Matthew and Bennett Christofferson and Austin, Gabi and Taylor Center; four brothers, Bud Allen (Eloyce), Jim Allen, Don Allen (Ella Jean) and Lee Allen (Laura); and one sister, Barbara Swafford. She was also preceded in death by her son-in-law, Heinz Brungs; two brothers, Arlis Allen and Ken Allen; and one sister, Virginia Allen.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to PEO International OR Alzheimer’s Association, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65202. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com. 

It’s wonderful to write a book Or paint an amber sky And give the world those Deathless things that never fade or die, But more wonderful to build a life and have a teachers part, To fan the hopes and dreams That grows in every youngster’s heart. Anonymous

Published by H.T. May & Sons Funeral Home, 2207 Holly Ave, Columbia MO 65202

Lois Estelle Farris, 88, of Columbia, Missouri, entered into the Master’s paradise on Wednesday, March 27, 2019, in Frisco, Texas. Services will be held Saturday, April 6, 2019, at 1pm at Second Baptist Church in Columbia. Visitation will be held from 11am to 1pm at the church on Saturday.

Lois was born February 10, 1931, in Mexico, MO, the daughter of Ocie and Etha (Grant) Carter. Lois graduated from Mexico High School and, during her high school career, was crowned football homecoming queen. She married George T. Farris on August 15, 1953, in Mexico, MO, and they raised their family in Columbia. Lois worked in the Outreach Department at Columbia Public Library for thirty-seven years until her retirement.

Lois confessed her faith at an early age. She was a long-time member of Second Baptist Church where she served in the Deaconess Ministry, in a missionary group, and was part of the inspirational choir. As a woman of faith and the heart of the Farris family, Lois loved traveling, serving Sunday dinner, dancing, and spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Lois leaves to cherish her memory one daughter Donna (Jerry) Ellison of Columbia, MO, two sons David (JoAnn) Farris of Dallas, TX, and Michael (Michelle) Farris of Columbia, MO, a nephew/son Ronnie Carter of Columbia, MO, six grandchildren: Lakeia Clark of Frisco, TX, Jamaro Clark of Columbia, MO, Jovan (Billy) Overshown of Waco, Texas, Garlanda Williams of Allen, TX, Daveana (Christopher) Turner of Columbia, MO, Jordan Farris of Atlanta, GA, and six great-grandchildren Jaylen Hayes, Jayce Williams, Riley Turner, Corbin Turner, Hendrix Overshown, and Beckham Overshown. Along with a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years George T. Farris, infant daughter Cassandra L. Farris, her parents Ocie and Etha Carter, four sisters and seven brothers.

Published Sunday, April 7, 2019

James (Jim) Elton Sublett, 82, was called home by the God he faithfully served on Thursday, March 28, 2019.

The family will hold a Celebration of Life on Saturday, April 13 at 11:00 a.m. at Sanibel Community Church on Sanibel Island, FL.

Jim was born Feb. 12, 1937, in Athens, WV, the eldest of six children born to the late Howard and Dorothy Sublett. When Jim was a child his family moved from Covington, VA to Baltimore, MD where he was educated and graduated from Baltimore Polytechnic High School. He served in the United States Army for a short time. Jim went to night school at Johns Hopkins University while working at Black and Decker and raising a family.

In 1970 Jim, his first wife Pat, and their daughter Sandi, moved to the Chicago area where he was the Vice President of Desa Industries. Later after a divorce, he moved to Columbia to work for McGraw Edison.

It was in Columbia that Jim would meet and marry the love of his life Donna. In the early 80s Jim, along with some business associates, bought out a division of McGraw Edison and formed Toastmaster, Inc. These business savvy individuals made Toastmaster profitable and it was later sold to Magic Chef.

A few years after the birth of his second child, Jim and Donna fell in love with Southwest Florida, at first living on their boat, the Sun Gypsy, at South Seas Plantation. Then under duress, Jim bought a home on Sanibel because Donna said, “No child of mine is going to school from a boat.” They moved to Fort Myers, FL when Susan was in high school.

Jim’s first years in SWFL were spent in retirement, which he enjoyed, but not nearly as much as he enjoyed working. His brilliant and engaging mind was always turning as to how he could make money. He often said he never considered what he did as work. He loved every job he ever had.

In the mid-90s Jim ventured into the homebuilding business, culminating in him being the Managing Partner of First Home Builders from 1997-2005. During his tenure at First Home Builders, sales went from 10 homes per month to 500 homes per month. First Home Builders was later sold to K.Hovnanian in 2005.

Jim found himself retired again but never strayed too far from his love of business. He became a valuable mentor to many in the SWFL business community. Jim also served as the Council Chairman of Sanibel Community Church for several years and was a member of the Canterbury School Board of Trustees. He was supportive of the basketball programs at Florida Gulf Coast University and Florida Southwestern College and the American Heart Association.

Those who know Jim personally know he had a unique sense of humor, which will be missed, as will his sparkling brown eyes. He was quite the storyteller, whether it be tales of his mischievousness from childhood or explaining the complexities of how something worked, his audience always listened attentively. Jim also spoke fluent Japanese, a skill that he learned while doing business in Japan for Black and Decker and later Desa Industries. Jim loved McDonald’s ice cream cones, dogs, especially his favorite Pekingese, Punkie, reading about WWII, doing crossword puzzles and most recently building LEGO models such as the United States Capitol Building. He enjoyed summers in the mountains of Western North Carolina and traveling the world with Donna.

Jim is survived by his loving wife of over 40 years, Donna; and his daughters, Sandi (Mark) Sanner and Susan (Drew) Chicone. He will also be fondly remembered by his three grandchildren, Matthew, Lukas and Lucy; by his siblings, Mary (Les) Arthur, Ellie (Chuck) Bockner, Helen (Mike) Leek, and Chuck (Carolyn) Sublett); as well as numerous nieces and nephews; and his aunt Peggy Ellis.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother Harry Sublett.

Memorial Donations in memory of Jim may be made to the following: Canterbury School, Attn: George Pappas, 8141 College Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33919 or Sanibel Community Church, Youth Ministries, 1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel FL 33957.

Published by Memorial Funeral Home, Crematory & Memorial Park Cemetery Columbia, 1217 Business Loop 70 W, Columbia MO

Dr. Roy Donald Manning passed to his eternal reward on March 29, 2019. He was born September 9, 1934 in Chicago, IL to Dr. Roy F. Manning and his wife, Charlotte Jessie (Getty) Manning of Westmont, IL.

Roy’s father was a family medical physician and enlisted in the U.S. Army during WWII which took their family to Ft. Sam Houston, TX from 1939-1945, at that time the Manning family returned to Westmont, IL after the war. Roy learned to have a compassion for others during his younger years and he became his mother’s caregiver until her passing when he was a Junior at Westmont High School, he graduated in 1953.

Roy found his way to Fulton, MO to attend Westminster College where he was a member of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity, Private 1st Class in ROTC, Order of Golden Legion and graduated in 1956. Roy then moved to Kansas City, MO and attended the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Dentistry and was in the Phi Rho Honorary Society and earned the D.D.S in 1960.

Dr. Roy Manning met the love of his life, Margaret Ann (Bills) of Salisbury, MO in 1959 at a dance in Kansas City, MO and they married soon after on June 26th, 1960. Dr. and Mrs. Manning continued their love of dancing throughout 59 wonderful years of marriage.

Roy and Marg moved to Columbia, MO in 1960 and he began a 53-year dental practice and continued to be involved in many professional associations and clubs, including the Missouri Dental Association (Secretary/Treasurer 1972-1977), President of Columbia Lions Club, business owner of Columbia Dairy Queen (downtown location) and owner of a movie theater in Parsons, KS.

Dr. Manning was a member of the Missouri United Methodist Church and the Columbia Country Club where he hit a hole-in-one during his illustrious non-professional golfing career on the 13th Hole, (witnessed) on May 23, 2000. Roy was a great dancer, a lover of music, boating and Lake of the Ozarks, socializing and spending wonderful evenings with many friends. Roy and Marg were seasoned travelers to Europe and all across the United States, usually in a huge car with and without their children.

Dr. Manning was preceded in death by one brother, Robert Sidney Manning, and his parents. He is survived by his loving wife, Margaret of the home, sons Roy Franklin III (Karen) Gladstone, MO, John (Louanne Gonzales) of Overland Park, KS and daughter Martha Ann Manning of Columbia, grandchildren Michael William Manning, Kathryn Grace Manning and Connor Scott Manning.

Services will be held on Friday, April 5, 2019 at the Missouri United Methodist Church, McMurry Chapel, 204 S. 9th Street, Columbia, MO. Visitation will begin at 1:30 pm, followed by the church service and burial at Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting memorials to the Kings Daughters Dental Aid Program or the Missouri United Methodist Church.

Published Tuesday, April 2, 2019

Wayne Overbeck, 71 of Columbia, passed away in his home on Saturday, March 30, 2019.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 3 from 4:00 –5:00 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. Memorial service will follow at 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Bruce Williamson officiating. All are invited and encouraged to attend.

Wayne was born Jan. 7, 1948 in Sugar Creek to Bert and Elizabeth (Wisecup) Overbeck, who preceded him in death.

While working at the Ellis Fischel Cancer Hospital, he met the love of his life, his loving wife of 41 years. He and Gail wed on March 2, 1974 and she also preceded him in death on June 7, 2016.

On Nov. 7, 1974, they welcomed their oldest daughter, Emily, into the world. She preceded both of them in death in December of 2013.

He is survived by his youngest daughter, Erika and her husband Tylor of Centralia; three grandsons, Deven Overbeck, Jace Brady and Masen Prentice; one “unofficially adopted” son, Mark Fox of Centralia; his cuddly and loving cat, Motor Oil; one younger brother and one older sister.

He was also preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters.

Those who knew him undoubtedly loved him, claiming he would do anything for anyone at just the cost of a smile and a cold Diet Coke. Mowing yards, scraping a large variety of “junk,” dressing up as Santa Claus, moving furniture across town or just hauling anything away are just a few things Wayne will be missed for.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to JDRF, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65202. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Wednesday, April 3, 2019

Bruce “Duane” Sublett, 92, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2019 in Jefferson City.

Visitation will be 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Friday, April 5 at Memorial Funeral Home with funeral services to follow at 1:00 p.m. with the Reverend Jimmy Spear officiating. A private family burial will take place later.

Duane was born June 13, 1926, in Columbia to Joab and Ruth Anderton Sublett.

A Navy veteran of World War II, he was in boot camp on D-Day 1944 and served three years primarily in the South Pacific. After the war, he participated in “Operation Crossroads” which involved atomic bomb testing on naval ships.

Mr. Sublett owned and operated his own business, Ward & Sublett Wrecker Service Inc., in Columbia for over 30 years.

Duane was married 65 years to Laura Gail Baumgartner, who passed away in 2014. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Joab (Junior), Roy and Roger.

He is survived by two daughters, Linda Sublett Hutton (Bob) of Columbia and Amy Sublett of Jefferson City; one granddaughter, Laura Hutton Koch (Frank) of Columbia; one grandson, Chuck Hutton of Houston, TX; one great granddaughter, Audrey Hutton Koch and many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Olivet Cemetery Association, 1991 South Olivet Rd., Columbia, MO 65201 or Callaway Hills Animal Shelter, 2714 State Road TT, New Bloomfield, MO 65063.

Online condolences may be made at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, April 14, 2019

Patricia “Pat” McGrath passed away of congestive heart failure Wednesday, April 3rd, 2019 at the age of 92.

A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 20 at the Millersburg Lions Club with a dinner to follow. Please bring a dish to share.

She was born Aug. 6, 1926 in Columbia. She married Robert McGrath March 9, 1946 and they recently celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary.

She is lovingly remembered by her husband, Robert, who resides west of Fulton; a daughter, Cathy McCray (husband John) of Millersburg; two sons, Michael McGrath (wife Barbara) of Millersburg, and Mark McGrath (wife Terri) of rural Columbia; a daughter-in-law, Deborah McGrath of Kingdom City; 15 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her sons, Patrick McGrath and Kelly McGrath; as well as a granddaughter, MaryAlice McCray Bowser.

Donations can be made in her honor to Serve Inc. of Callaway County 4901 County Rd 304 Fulton, Mo 65251.

Published Sunday, April 14, 2019

Gilbert Bell, 87, of Columbia, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2019.

A Celebration of Life has taken place privately. Inurnment has been in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mr. Bell was born Dec. 20, 1931, in Corder, to Thomas Philip and Eula Opal Smith Bell. He was raised in Higginsville and graduated from Higginsville High School in 1950. In 1951, he married Barbara Joann Beck of Higginsville. Gilbert’s career in grocery store management led to moves to Warrensburg, Moberly, Jefferson City and lastly, Columbia. His favorite pastimes included hunting, fishing, gardening, and watching Mizzou football and basketball games.

Mr. Bell is survived by his wife of 67 years, Barbara Joann; and their six children, Brenda Campbell (Wally) of Columbia, Vincent Bell (Melissa) of Hallsville, Suzanne Bell of Kansas City, David Bell (Carolyn) of Hallsville, Mary Bell of Columbia, and James Bell (Julie) of Paola, KS; as well as eleven grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Mr. Bell was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, George and Gerald Lee Bell.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142.

Online condolences may be made at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, April 14, 2019

Frances L. Jones, 81, of Columbia, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2019 at her home in Columbia.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 15 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. Funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Lylia and Jim Altom officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Frances was born on Aug. 18, 1937 in Cairo, IL, the daughter of Marshall and Anna (Jones) Long, who preceded her in death. She was married on June 23, 1957 in East St. Louis to Earnest Jones, who preceded her in death on Oct. 28, 1992.

Survivors include four children, Angela Carlson of Columbia, Randy Jones (Heather) of Columbia, Renee Shelby (James) of Columbia, and Beth Rivera (Mike) of Ashland; six grandchildren, Heather Carlson, Mellissa Carlson, Zach Jones, Hayley Linzie, Jacob Hollandsworth and Jordyn Hollandsworth; three brothers and one sister.

She was also preceded in death by her grandson, Brian Earnest Carlson; three brothers and three sisters.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Operation Smiles , c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65202.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, April 14, 2019

Janice McDaniel, 86, of Columbia passed away Saturday, April 9, 2019.

A visitation will be held on April 20, from 1:00-2:00 p.m., with a memorial service following at 2:00 p.m., both at Missouri United Methodist Church McMurry Chapel. Interment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Janice was born in Versailles, MO to Tom and Leota Gulick, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Melvin Gulick of Sedalia; and a sister, Wanda Hopper of Colorado Springs, CO. She graduated from Versailles High School and attended Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg. She was united in marriage to Norris Dean McDaniel in 1954. She worked for the Missouri State Highway Department and for the University of Missouri where she retired after 18 years of service. Janice volunteered at the Wardrobe and as an Ombudsman in Columbia area nursing homes for 20 years.

Janice belonged to the Gibson Circle at Missouri United Methodist Church and very much enjoyed Community Bible Study. She was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She had a passion for sports and was an avid St. Louis Cardinals and MU Tigers fan.

She is survived by two sons, Gary (Sally) McDaniel of Kansas City and Larry (Linda) of Gladstone; two granddaughters, Jenna and Alyssa McDaniel of Kansas City; one niece, Deanna Alter of Colorado Springs, CO; great-nephew, Gary David Alter and great-niece, Kelly Higgins of Colorado Springs, CO.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Missouri United Methodist Church of Columbia.

Published Wednesday, April 17, 2019

Willena R. Garrett, 98, of Columbia passed away April 15, 2019 at the Villa Blue Ridge in Columbia.

Memorial Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, April 19 at Perche Baptist Church Cemetery in Clark.

Willena was born Nov. 8, 1920 in Randolph County, the daughter of Eligha and Mary Ann Winn Ray. She retired from the University of Missouri as a seamstress.

Survivors include her daughters Jeannine Perkins of Columbia and Sherry (Phil) Elkin of Hallsville; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by an infant son, six brothers and nine sisters.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to Perche Cemetery in care of the family.

Arrangements under the direction of Robinson Funeral Home in Ashland.

Published Friday, April 19, 2019

Billy Burke McGlasson, 95, of Columbia, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2019 at Colony Pointe Senior Living in Columbia.

A Masonic service will be conducted at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, April 20. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. at Community United Methodist Church in Columbia. An additional service will be conducted at 3 p.m. later that day at Airsman- Hines Funeral Home, 107 East Cross Street, Winchester, IL 62694. Burial with full military honors will follow in Bowers Cemetery in Alsey, IL.

Billy was born in Alsey, IL on May 23, 1923, the son of the late Jess McGlasson and Edith Hoots McGlasson. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II. On Oct. 10, 1947 he was united in marriage to Wanda Marine McGlasson, who preceded him in passing. Living in Columbia most of his life, Billy worked in construction, first with McGlasson Brothers Construction Company which he owned with his brothers, and then as a Union Carpenter. He built the sundial as well as other stone pieces in Shelter Gardens, the Firestone Baars Chapel on the Stephen’s College campus, the Parkade Plaza, several buildings on the University of Missouri/Columbia campus as well as numerous other buildings throughout central Missouri. He was a member of the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, being initiated at the George Washington Lodge #9 in St. Louis on April 11, 1955 and was made a Master Mason in June of the same year. Billy enjoyed music and in his younger years and sang with his three brothers. He and Wanda belonged to the Saturday Nighters dance club for many years, dancing to the sounds of big bands and wwing. He was an ardent supporter of Mizzou football and basketball, traveling to away games as far away as Hawaii to cheer them on. He was also a lifelong fan of the St. Louis Cardinals.

Billy leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; his siblings, Ronald, Paul, Pauline, Boyd, and Betty; a daughter, Julie Gay McGlasson; and a niece, Melissa McGlasson.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Masonic Home of Missouri and Alsey Baptist Church in Alsey, IL.

Online condolences may be made at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Wednesday, May 1, 2019

Carol Lucille Maxwell Crego, of Sarasota, FL, and long-time resident and teacher in Columbia, journeyed into the peace and joy of heaven on Monday, April 15, 2019, weeks after her 81st birthday. Her daughter was at her side when she humbly stepped into eternity, just as she had been with Mom daily for years once Carol was afflicted with Alzheimer’s, which somehow never robbed Carol of her spirit or contagious joy, for Carol was the gentlest of fighters, and a lifelong teacher and exemplar of living love and hope. On her last conscious day, she was walking and literally dancing and whistling throughout her day, unsurprising to those who knew her even a little.

A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 1, at Pine Shores Presbyterian Church, 6135 Beechwood Ave., Sarasota, FL 34231. An informal gathering for sharing memories of Carol will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 27, at St. Timothy’s Memorial Chapel, 2285 Southern Cross Road, Anaconda, MT 59711, followed by lunch.

Carol Lucille Maxwell was born in “Big Sky Country” and under the grandeur of Montana’s Rocky Mountains, to very loving Scottish and British immigrant parents, and she spent her childhood under watch of the beauty of mountains, in Anaconda, MT. She always felt so very lucky to have grown up with her vibrant older and younger brothers. The three could only have come from Montana.

After a humble, yet love-filled childhood, Carol received her undergraduate degree in education and was a special education and then first grade teacher all her working life, making many special connections that lasted years after her first-graders graduated high school and ventured beyond. She truly loved and gave herself fully to over 30 classes of cherished students before retirement in 2004 from the Columbia Public School System, and as time passed, that love remained. She admired and loved greatly her fellow teachers of Two Mile Prairie School, many of whom she was so excited to meet regularly at Cracker Barrel for years after retirement, always special days for Carol. To her, it was a great honor to teach and to give her all to her students, and this was true within school walls and so often without.

She is survived by her soul connection, that is, her daughter, Terri Jo Crego of Sarasota (a Presbyterian pastor in ministry over 20 years); a son who deeply treasures her still, Al Crego of Chicago (a research programmer/analyst); her life’s truest hero and younger brother, Richard Maxwell of Madison, WI (a former Air Force jet pilot); a dear sister-in-law—really, a sister—Ramona Maxwell of Prescott, AZ, a retired nurse and now hospital volunteer who was married to Carol’s older brother, George Maxwell, a University Dean and prominent scientist who Carol so admired and loved but who, all too early, preceded Carol in passing; and two beloved nephews, Glen and Greg Maxwell of Greenwood, IN and Prescott, AZ, who tickled Mom’s spirit every single time she saw or talked to them.

Carol was a real lover of nature and she cherished living things and the God-given spirit within them. She spent great amounts of time walking trails in and near Columbia, then on church grounds in Sarasota, and really sidewalks and trails wherever she found herself. She parachuted once, and even took enough lessons to solo a small aircraft. She loved drawing and all over her home—on papers, drawings, small pieces of paper stuffed into jewelry boxes, on the backs of photographs, even on the bottoms of lamps—she scribbled touching, secret notes of love and support for her two kids. Many such notes have been found.

All of her life, she loved music and could not help but dance, whether music was playing or not, and in this she helped others find, in their souls, their own music, rhythm, dance, and laughter. She received her musical spirit and gentle love from her own mom, and from her dad she received a fighter’s spirit and a fierceness to her love. Carol combined these qualities and more from her parents and upbringing. She faced serious hardships in life but nevertheless, in her natural gentleness, Carol modeled her strong belief in this: the gift of life comes with challenge, yet life is beautiful, and there is goodness in this world. In fact, goodness is all around, if only we look, and listen. For 20+ years, before or after walking wooded pathways near her house and hearing and seeing the life all around, she’d sit at her bench at Twin Lakes in Columbia. It’s the bench that has prominently carved into it: “WE LOVE YOU MOM.”

When Carol moved from Columbia to the Gulf town of Sarasota, first to live with her daughter Terri Jo at welcoming Pine Shores Presbyterian Church, it was without effort that her natural spirit charmed not one but two churches worth of folks, not to mention the staff and residents of her ultimate place of care, where Carol would often be seen walking, holding others’ hands and giving them assurance, encouragement, and peace.

Our mom spread love from her first breath to her last. It was out of brave strength that her glowing spirit could bring light to untold friends, family, fellow teachers and beloved school children. And so her light here will remain.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting a children’s book or monetary donation be sent to First Presbyterian Church Port Charlotte (2230 Hariet St., Port Charlotte, FL 33952). These gifts will be donated in Carol’s memory to the library at Two Mile Prairie Elementary School of Columbia.

And the old, Scottish poet Burns forcefully declared in a famous closing blessing, “And sae the Lord be thankit!” For us, God is “thankit” for first imagining, then fashioning, and finally sending Carol Lucille Maxwell into our worlds. “We all love you, Mom,” but other angels have beckoned you: “Come, our Bonnie Lass.”

Published Tuesday, April 23, 2019

Margaret Grace Broom Brock, 90, of Columbia, passed on Thursday, April 18, 2019.

Friends and family will be received from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 23, at Memorial Funeral Home. Services will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 24, at Calvary Episcopal Church. A reception will follow in the Parish Hall. Interment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery after the reception. All family, friends and past students are invited.

Margaret was born May 5, 1928, in Spartanburg, SC, a daughter of Claude James Broom and Grace Mlle Frazee Broom. She was the fourth of nine children. She grew up in Knoxville, TN, where she graduated from Central High School in 1946. She attended the University of Tennessee but transferred to the University of South Carolina. She graduated with a BA in Education in 1951 and returned to Knoxville.

She married Robert “Bob” Brock in 1952, and from this union three children, Sharon, Patricia “Susan” and Robert “Bobby” Jr, were born.

After she married Bob, they moved to Fort Hood, TX. In 1954, they moved to Wilmington, NC. While living in Wilmington she started her teaching career. She taught high school English, Latin and Greek. They moved to River Falls, WI in 1960. She again taught English and Latin in a small town, Ellsworth, WI. In 1970 they moved to Columbia. She began teaching English at Oakland Jr. High in 1971. She taught there until her retirement in 1993.

She was a member of Calvary Episcopal Church, Lions Club, AAUW, and Missouri Retired Teachers.

Surviving Margaret are her Husband Bob of the home; one brother, Julian “Joe” Broom of Knoxville, TN; two children, daughter Sharon Sessions (Gerald) and daughter, Susan Daniel; five grandchildren, Jonathan Sessions (Carrie Gartner), Sara Sessions of Knoxville, TN, Jennifer Sirois (Shaun), Sean Daniel of San Diego, CA, and Spencer Brock; two great-grandchildren, Jordan and Ashlynn Sirois; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers; three sisters; and a son, Robert “Bobby” Brock, Jr.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Calvary Episcopal Church.

“I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.” -William Ernest Henley

Published Tuesday, April 23, 2019

Dr. Lorraine Hilgedick, 96, of Columbia, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2019, surrounded by loving family and friends.

Services will be conducted at Memorial Funeral Home at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23. The family will receive friends at the funeral home between the hours of 5-7 p.m. on Monday, April 22. A private family burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery immediately following the service.

Dr. Hilgedick was born June 3, 1922, in Shelby County. She was the daughter of George and Jennie Burckhardt and they preceded her in death. She married Norman Hilgedick June 22, 1947, and he preceded her in death March 30, 1978.

Lorraine graduated from Bethel High School in Shelby County, attended Park College, Parkville, Missouri, and Chillicothe Business College, Chillicothe, Missouri. She did secretarial work in Chicago and for TWA in Kansas City. Lorraine received her Bachelor’s and Master’s in Business Education from Northeast Missouri State University at Kirksville and taught Vocational Business courses at Schuyler R-1 in Lancaster, Missouri. In 1968 the family moved to Columbia where she received her Doctorate in Education in 1976 from the University of Missouri and taught Business Education courses in the College of Education. She was sponsor of Phi Beta Lambda and attended state and national meetings with the delegates of the University Chapter. She was co-sponsor of the University Chapter of the Student Missouri State Teachers Association until her retirement from the University in 1989. After retirement Lorraine coordinated conferences for the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Until recent years, Dr. Hilgedick was an active member of Broadway Christian Church where she chaired various departments on the church board. She was past president of Chapter JJ P.E.O. and was recognized as a Golden Girl for 50 years of membership in 2017. She was a member of Beta Beta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, Delta Pi Epsilon, Phi Delta Kappa and the Missouri University Retirement Association. She was an avid fan of the University basketball teams and the St. Louis Cardinals.

Lorraine was a very generous and loving mother, grandmother and friend. She enjoyed visiting with people, traveling, reading, gardening AND mowing her yard.

Survivors include: two daughters, Linda Hilgedick (Terry Swope) of Columbia, and Karen Rowe (Ed Rowe) of Camdenton; two grandchildren, Becky Carter (Logan Carter) of Warrensburg and Brian Rowe of Kansas City; one great-grandchild, Kade Carter; a niece, Ellen Dugger of Columbia; as well as other nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions may be made to the music department at Broadway Christian Church or the Alzheimer’s Association.

Online condolences may be made at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Tuesday, April 23, 2019

Ralph Mack William Pendergast, 84, of Columbia, passed away at 5:20 a.m. Friday, April 19, 2019 at The Lodge in Fayette.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at Bienhoff Funeral Home in

Laddonia with Reverend Nancy Kellstrom officiating. Burial with full Military Honors will be in Farber Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday April 22, 2019 at Parker-Millard Funeral Home, 12 East Ash Street, Columbia and from 10 a.m. until the time of the service Tuesday, April 23 at Bienhoff Funeral Home in Laddonia.

Mr. Pendergast was born Feb. 2, 1935 in Glendale, AZ, the son of James Frederick and Delamae Hammett Pendergast. He married Rosemarie Hopper on Feb. 8, 1958 in Forest, Ontario, Canada and she preceded him in death on Dec. 3, 2009.

Mr. Pendergast was a lifetime area resident, farmer and licensed broadcast engineer. He was a graduate of Farber High School. He entered the U.S. Air Force in 1954 and while stationed in Bermuda he met his wife of over 51 years. He left the Air Force in 1958 and entered Broadcast Engineering school in 1964. He worked for the University of Missouri at KOMU TV until 1992 when he retired to devote full time to farming and cattle. Mr. Pendergast was a member of the Society of Broadcast Engineers and Missouri Cattlemen’s Association. He loved his cattle, traveling with his family, reading and Cardinal baseball. He was an avid supporter of his grandchildren’s activities.

Survivors include three daughters, Beth Pendergast of Columbia, Lisa (Mark) Oser of New Franklin and Dawn (David) Vaught of Rocheport; one brother, James Pendergast of Miles City, MT; six grandchildren, Ellen (Ryan) Tucker of New Franklin, Alexandra (Andrew) Boucher, William Buckler, Jessica (Matthew) Sida and Seth Oser, all of Columbia, and Lilly Oser of New Franklin; and five great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by three sisters, Caroline Beth Pendergast, Willa Marie Wieberg and Helen Delamae “Susie” Moore.

Pallbearers will be David Vaught, Mark Oser, William Buckler, Andrew Boucher, Seth Oser, Ryan Tucker, Blake Carleton and Matthew Sida.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Farber Cemetery Association, 209 E. Athey, Farber, MO 63345 or Butterfield Youth Services, P.O Box 333, Marshall, MO 65340.

Online condolences may be made at www.bienhofffuneralhome.com.

Published Sunday, April 28, 2019

Norbert Raymond Hopfer, 95, of Kansas City (formerly of Columbia), passed away on Friday, April 19, 2019 at Summit View Terrace Assisted Living in Kansas City.

Visitation will be held from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 2 at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. Memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Jerry Riggert officiating. Inurnment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Norbert was born on July 1, 1923 in Uniontown, the son of Rudolph and Freida (Frentzel) Hopfer, who preceded him in death. He entered into the family of God through washing of Holy Baptism at Grace Lutheran Church in Uniontown on July 8, 1923 and renewed his vows in the rite of Confirmation on April 6, 1936. Norbert was married on Nov. 22, 1945 in St Louis to Eva Catherine Grindstaff, who preceded him in death on Sept. 21, 2018. The Lord blessed the union with the gift of one daughter, Joyce.

Survivors include one daughter, Joyce Sherer (Don) of Independence; two grandsons, Derrick Sherer (Stephanie) and Ryan Sherer (Kylene); and four great-granddaughters, Carley, Sofia, Hanley and Laurel.

He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Harold Hopfer (Virginia); and Walter Hopfer (Virginia); and two nephews, David Hopfer and Kenny Hopfer.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church , c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65202.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, April 28, 2019

Margaret Pratt, 94, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2019, in Jefferson City.

A memorial service will be held at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia on Tuesday, April 30, at 11 a.m. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m.

Margaret Pratt was born Nov. 16, 1924, to Coleman Ashley and Jessie Reynolds Stokes of Callaway County. She graduated from New Bloomfield High School and attended Central Missouri State College in Warrensburg. She was an elementary teacher for two years in Callaway County.

On Feb. 17, 1943, Margaret married Russell Glenn Pratt while he was on boot leave from the Naval Air Station in Chicago. She accompanied him on his assignments in Memphis, TN, and at the Naval Air Station in Pensacola, Florida, where she worked in Civilian Personnel.

Margaret served as a Cub Scout den mother, and was involved with the PTA, having served as a past president. In 1966, Margaret began working for the Columbia Public Schools, retiring in 1994 after 28 years of service. As a longtime member of First Baptist Church in Columbia, Margaret was involved in the Children’s Department, served on the Board of Trustees and was an active member of the Christian Action and Study Circle. She also volunteered as a pink lady at the Boone County Hospital. Margaret enjoyed traveling, reading, walking and bridge, and she treasured her many friends.

She is survived by son, Philip; daughter-in-law, Mary Olson Pratt; and grandson, Brian Olson Pratt, all of Simi Valley, CA; and several very special nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by husband, Glenn Pratt; son, Stephen; her parents; three siblings, Lucy Ellen (Luellen) Lynes, Mary Frances (Frankie) Brooks, C. A. Stokes, Jr., a WWII casualty; and nephew, George Robert Brooks.

Memorials may be given to First Baptist Church of Columbia.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Wednesday, May 1, 2019

Elizabeth M. Menzel, 94, of Columbia, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2019.

Memorial services will be held at 12 p.m. on Monday, May 6 at Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel in Columbia with visitation from 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Survivors include sons Robert (Dorian) of Lake St. Louis and John (Cindy) of Manchester.

Liz was preceded in death by her husband, Robert; and son, Victor.

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

Published Wednesday, May 1, 2019

Kathleen J. Sutton, 58, of Columbia, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at Boone Hospital.

Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 4 at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. Memorial services will follow at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with minister Terry Overfelt officiating.

Kathy was born on July 2, 1960 in St. Louis, the daughter of Lawrence and Jeanette (Boese) Bumb. She was married May 29, 1982 in St. Louis to Clifford Sutton.

Kathy loved her family, her puppy, Chloe, her daughters’ CoMotion Dance studio, Faurot Field tailgating, the St. Louis Cardinals, and sing-alongs with her grandson, “Teddy.”

In 1983 she graduated from the University of Missouri.

Survivors include her husband of 37 years, Clifford; three children, Jacqueline Sutton, Melissa (John) Miller and Justin (Michta) Sutton, all of Columbia; her mother, Jeanette Bumb of St. Louis; two grandchildren, Theodore Sutton and Ava Kathleen Miller; two sisters, Lauretta (Dan) Lowery of Ballwin and Susan (Thomas) Sisk of Tampa, FL; one brother, Lawrence Bumb III of St. Louis; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Albert and Betty Sutton of Columbia; and brother-in-law, Chris (Racheal) Sutton of Columbia.

She was preceded in death by her father, Lawrence.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CoMotion Dance, c/o Kathy Sutton Scholarship Fund, 2900 Falling Leaf Lane, Suite 101, Columbia, MO 65201.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Saturday, May 4, 2019

Melba Elizabeth Harrison, 96, of Columbia, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at Lenoir Woods.

Visitation will take place from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at Memorial Funeral Home, with funeral services at 11 a.m. and burial to follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Melba was born in Auxvasse on June 20, 1922, the daughter of Paris Sherwood Craghead, Sr. and Leota Belle (Holt) Craghead. On July 6, 1940, Melba was united in marriage to Otis Harrison in St. Charles.

Melba attended William Woods University on a basketball scholarship. She was a licensed cosmetologist, even owning her own shop. She was a member of the National Hairdresser’s Association. She and Otis enjoyed golfing together and attending horse shows around the Midwest. She was a woman of many talents: cooking, sewing, sketching, painting and baking. She enjoyed sports, especially Mizzou football and women’s and men’s basketball. She will be remembered as a woman of faith.

Melba is survived by one brother: Sherwood (Elaine) Craghead; four grandchildren: James Todd (Angie) Harrison; Gigi Suzanne Harrison; Megan Nicole Harrison; and Gabrielle Miller (Gaige) Larson; two great grandchildren: Cassandra Leigh (Anthony) Burks and Bensynn Gry Larson; and two step-great-grandchildren: Samantha Anne Martin and Spencer Kristian Schriver.

Melba was preceded in death by her parents; her husband: Otis Harrison; one son: James Otis Harrison; two brothers: Marvin Craghead and William Craghead; and two sisters: Patty McIntosh and Deanna Lewis.

Memorials may be made to Compassus Hospice of Columbia, in care of Memorial Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be made at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, May 12, 2019

Mr. James Edward Walz, 81, of Jefferson City, fell asleep in the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, May 8, 2019.

Funeral services will be at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at Faith Lutheran Church with the Reverend Eric Gledhill officiating. Visitation will be immediately before the service beginning at 10 a.m. Private graveside service and interment will be at Riverview Cemetery.

Jim was born on April 29, 1938 in Jefferson City, the youngest child of Milo H. and Esther (Beck) Walz.

On October 12, 1968, he married Marinell Dorsey at Missouri United Methodist Church in Columbia. Together they proudly raised two daughters and recently celebrated 50 years of marriage.

A lifelong resident of Jefferson City, Jim began his education at Trinity Lutheran School and graduated from Jefferson City High School in 1956. He continued his education by attending the University of Missouri-Columbia and Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, CA. Jim served his country and community as a member of the Missouri Army National Guard.

Jim was raised in the family business, Milo H. Walz Home Furnishings, Inc., and began working there as a young boy. Most of Jim’s professional career was spent as owner of James E. Walz, Photographer and then managing Milo H. Walz Camera Center. In his later years, he worked part-time for the state of Missouri in Gov. Mel Carnahan’s office and the Office of Administration.

He loved sports, especially football. For over 40 years on Friday nights, you could find Jim in his seat on the 50-yard line at Adkins Stadium cheering for Coach Pete Adkins and his beloved Jaybirds. Sundays he would always be watching his Kansas City Chiefs. This year watching Patrick Mahomes was especially enjoyable for Jim as they came so close to another Super Bowl.

Jim was a charter member of Faith Lutheran Church where he served on various boards and was an usher for 60 years. Jim’s faith meant everything to him and regardless of what was thrown his way, he always placed God at the center of his life as his pilot.

In 1970, Jim found his true purpose in life, fatherhood. Beyond his own adoring children and grandchildren, he served as a surrogate father figure to many others. Faith and family were his greatest loves.

Jim’s favorite place on earth was the Lake of the Ozarks. He wanted all who came to the lake to share his love for the water, barbequed ribs and skiing. He spent many summer days driving the ski boat while patiently teaching his pupils.

Survivors include: his wife, Marinell Dorsey Walz; two daughters, Dru Anne Walz (Curt Wischnewski) of Lee’s Summit and Rebecca Wood (Chad) of Roeland Park, KS; four grandchildren, Campbell Claire Wood, Ava Catherine Wischnewski, Caroline Jane Wood, and Anderson James Wood; and in-laws, Janet Walz and Claudia Walz, both of Jefferson City, A.T. Dorsey, Jr. (Carolyn) of Columbia, Patty Dorsey of Boonville, and Sheryl McGowan (George) of Lee’s Summit.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his seven siblings, Doris, Milo Jr., Herbert, Don, Ruth, Robert and Richard.

Those desiring may make memorial contributions to Faith Lutheran Church, 2027 Industrial Drive, Jefferson City, Mo. 65109.

Funeral arrangements are under the care of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com.

Published Sunday, May 12, 2019

Bobby “Bob” Akin, 87, of Columbia, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Boone Hospital Center.

Family and friends will be received from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, May 13 at Parker-Millard Funeral Service with a Funeral Service at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be following at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Bob was born on July 13, 1931 in Columbia, to George and Lee (Starnes) Akin. He married Lois Jean Burks on Dec. 23, 1949, and she preceded him in death.

Bob was a local building and development contractor for over 50 years. He served as president of the Columbia Home Builders Association. During his career Bob was involved with the development of Rothwell Heights, Rollingwood, Trails West and Georgetown subdivisions. Bob, along with partners, helped to establish Mid-City Lumber Company. He was a member of the Columbia City Council in the 1970s. He was a board member for the Senior Center and was instrumental in helping the organization acquire its new building. Bob was also a member of the local Elks Lodge and Eagles Lodge. After retirement, Bob enjoyed spending time with his family and visiting the Lake of the Ozarks. Bob enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating and spending time with his cats, Buster and Callie.

Bob is survived by the love of his life, Jan Bradley; his three children, Jackie March (Steve) of Hallsville, Robert Akin (Viola) of Columbia and Kevin Akin of Rocheport. Bob had six grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Leno Norris Akin.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Columbia Senior Activity Center, 1121 Business Loop 70 East, Columbia, Missouri 65201.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Friday, May 17, 2019

Gordon Lee Phillips, 56, of Columbia, passed away Friday, May 10, 2019 at the University Hospital in Columbia.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 17 at Nilson Funeral Home in Columbia.

He was born June 6, 1962, in Sierra County, NM, a son of Bruce M. and Ernestine M. (Chavez) Phillips.

Gordon loved playing with his grandchildren, being with his family and attending church. He will be missed by many friends and family.

Gordon leaves behind two children, Shawn M. Phillips and Casey E. Phillips; two grandchildren, Kyler L. Phillips and Journey S. Butler; two brothers, two sisters, and many nieces and nephews.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nilson Funeral Home, 5611 E. St. Charles Rd.; Columbia, MO 65202. (573) 474-8443.

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

Published Sunday, May 26, 2019

John F. Galliher, 81, of Columbia, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at Lenoir Woods in Columbia.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 28, 2019, at Calvary Episcopal Church in Columbia.

John was born in Minneapolis, MN, a son of the late Frank W. and Rea (Bates) Galliher.

He graduated from Paseo High School in Kansas City. After serving in the U.S. Air Force and receiving his undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas City, John was united in marriage to Jeanne Zuk, who survives at their home.

John went on to earn his Master’s and Ph.D. degrees in sociology from Indiana University. He was Professor Emeritus of Sociology at the University of Missouri-Columbia and served as the University’s Director of Peace Studies for 16 years. He was a prolific writer of professional books and journal articles and the recipient of many honors and awards, including the Maxine Schutz Award for Distinguished Teaching. Colleagues, students and friends describe him as a wonderful friend and mentor; a strong advocate for peace, justice and nonviolence and that person against whom you should measure a good person.

He was a member of numerous professional associations and served as President of The Society for the Study of Social Problems. John enjoyed reading, writing, jazz, his church, travel and especially his family. His career was also his hobby and he often quipped that he would open a Sociology Shop upon retirement.

He was a member of Calvary Episcopal Church, Columbia, serving on its Vestry and various taskforces and committees.

Along with his wife, John is survived by son, Daniel Galliher (Renee); daughter, Leigh Holliday (Mark); two grandchildren, Lily and Ryan Galliher; brother, James Galliher and grand pets, Roxie, Cece, Annabelle and Cash.

John was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles and Thomas.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to Calvary Episcopal Church, Hospice Compassus, Columbia’s Parkinson Support Group or the University of Missouri Peace Studies Program.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory, 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, MO 65203; (573) 449-4153. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published by Parker-Millard Funeral Service & Creamatory, Columbia, MO

Dolores “Dodie” Agnes Wright, 93, of Columbia, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2019, at The Bluffs in Columbia, Missouri. She was born February 11, 1926, in Gilliam, Missouri, a daughter of the late Joseph and Emma M. (Weusler) Herman. Dolores was united in marriage in 1947 in Columbia, Missouri, to Donald H. Wright, who preceded her in death in 1997. They were married for almost 50 years.

Dolores received her first communion at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Wardsville, MO, and attended school at St. Peter School in Jefferson City, MO, then went on to attend the College of Beauty in Jefferson City. She worked for Parson Sisters Beauty Salon in Columbia. After marriage and raising five children she worked as in retail sales at Crown Drug Store, Sears, National Food Store, J.C. Penney’s, and retired from K-Mart at the age of 72.

She was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Columbia. Dolores enjoyed gardening, flowers, loved vegetables out of the garden. She also loved camping, cooking and loved all Holidays with her family.

Dolores is survived by two sons: William Wright of Columbia; Jerry Wright of Columbia; three daughters: Becky Taylor (Robert) of Greensboro, NC; Debbi Whitman (Ed) of Memphis, TN, Phyllis Kmiec of Linn, MO; seven grandchildren: Christine Taylor, Erica Morris, Justin Whitman, Tyler (Amy) Whitman, Grant Whitman, Christopher and Kasey Kmiec; and six great-grandchildren: Chloe Morris, Andrew and Arianna Whitman, Roxie, Regan, and Rye Whitman. She was also preceded in death by three brothers: Joseph Herman, Edwin Herman and Killian Herman; six sisters: Mary Herman, Caroline Herman, Delia Kramer, Alma Lueckenhoff, Sarah Schell, Stella Block; and a son-in-law: Hubert “Pete” Kmiec.

Friends and Family will be received from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, 2019, at Our Lady, May 21, 2019, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, with Msgr. Michael Flanagan officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church or Fr. Tolton Catholic High School in Columbia.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Friday, May 24, 2019

Jacqueline Louise Pascucci, 90, peacefully passed from this life in the company of her loving family on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Lenoir Woods in Columbia.

Visitation will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 25 at Campus Lutheran Church on followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. Interment will be at Columbia Cemetery at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28.

Jacqueline was born Oct. 19, 1928 on the farm in rural Henry County, IN, the first born to Urbon Henry Derrow and Bernice Louise (Maddy) Derrow.

A 1946 graduate of Sulphur Springs High School, Jacqueline’s family toiled through the lean years of the depression and she often recounted how many of their family dinners came from the garden they tended.

After high school, Jacqueline graduated from the nursing program at St. John’s Hospital in Anderson, IN, earning her LPN designation in 1953. Eager to expand her education and career opportunities, Jacqueline moved to Santa Clara, CA, and worked as a county public health nurse. She later moved to Palo Alto, CA and enrolled at San Jose State University, earning her bachelor’s in nursing degree and registered nurse designation in 1958. While working as a surgical nurse at Stanford Medical Center, she met her one love, John Pascucci, and they married July 8, 1961.

After moving to Galesburg, IL in 1964, the family eventually settled in Columbia in 1966.

Jacqueline became a full-time mom and devoted her life as a mother to her two sons and as a wife to her husband. The home she kept reflected her determination to provide her boys daily home cooked meals, and a comfortable and orderly residence full of love and warmth.

Jacqueline’s life of faith and love of Christ was best reflected in her steadfast obedience to God and her years long involvement in Community Bible Study group. Her later years saw her committed to documenting her family’s history through genealogical research as well as her member status as a Daughter of the American Revolution.

Jacqueline is survived by sons Christopher (Kelly) and John Derrow Pascucci; grandsons Jordon and Anthony; granddaughter Caprice; and her nieces Peggy Weisheit, Pam Armstrong and Penny Stevens.


She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, William Lee Derrow; and sister, Marilyn Sue Weisheit.

Her family would like to extend a special thanks to the care team of Lenoir Woods – Greenwood: Tara, Angie, Shelietha, Sarah, Mary, Karl and with very special appreciation to Debra who lovingly comforted Jacqueline over her last several months.

Memorials are suggested to Lenoir Woods, Compassus Hospice Care and Campus Lutheran Church.

A thing of beauty is a joy for ever:

Its loveliness increases; it will never

Pass into nothingness; but still will keep

A bower quiet for us, and a sleep

Full of sweet dreams, and health, and quiet breathing. - Keats

Published Tuesday, June 4, 2019

Velwood Alphonse Marchand, 89, passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2019.

He was the father of four, Cheryl (Nick) Turner, Cary (Amy) Marchand, Connie (David) Summers and Cindy (Mike) Overschmidt; grandfather of eleven, Ryan, Kyle, Chelsea, Alesha, Travis, Andrew, Christopher, Camille, Shelby, Tayler and Evan; and great grandfather of six.

Vel graduated from LSU and served in the army during the Korean War. During his 26 years at the University of Missouri as the Manager of Auditing, Vel was President of the Cosmo Breakfast Club and President of the International College University Auditors.

The first and only of his name, master at golf, fan of the Royals, Chiefs and LSU Tigers, teller of Cajun tales, lover of games of chance, fishing, bowling and ice cream, and now his watch has ended and he is at peace. We love you.

To honor his memory, please consider donating to St. Jude’s Hospital in his name. www.stjude.org.

Published Tuesday, June 4, 2019

Betty Jo Boggs, 96, of Columbia, went to heaven on Monday, June 3, 2019 at Lenoir Woods.

Friends and family will be received from 12 to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 4 at Lenoir chapel, which will be immediately followed by a Celebration of Life at 1 p.m. Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 5 at the Riverview Cemetery in Arkansas City, KS.

Betty Jo was born at home on May 22, 1923 near Portland, KS, to David Fred Erwin and Frederika Margarete Weyen. She married Kenneth Beeks Boggs Oct. 22, 1944 in Arkansas City. They were married for 52 years. Betty was a survivor, she grew up in a poor farm community in southern Kansas. She lived through the dust bowl, the depression, WWII, and the Korean War. Betty worked hard as a school teacher, in a one room school, in civil service at the Alexander Airbase during WWII, and as a real estate broker for 30 years. She is a life member of the Million Dollar Club in real estate sales. She was active as a deacon, an elder, and chairman of a reception committee at the First Presbyterian Church in Columbia. She was preceded in death by three brothers: Frank, Vincent and D. Fred; her parents, husband Kenneth Boggs, her second husband Leo Blakley and a daughter Deena Rae.

Betty Jo is survived by two daughters: Jody Boggs Mow and Janice Boggs Burnam (Mike); one son Kevin Boggs (Sue); three grandsons: Kirk Farmer (Libby), Weyen Burnam (Ashley) and Alec Boggs; four granddaughters: Allison Farmer Kingsbury (Rob), Kerri Burnam Jones (Fr. Stephen Jones), Danielle Boggs Davis (Tyler), and Rebecca Boggs Hinman (Shae); 16 great-grandchildren: Clive Farmer, Brecken Farmer, Merritt Farmer, Axel Farmer, Pierce Kingsbury, Preston Kingsbury, Davis Kingsbury, Logan Burnam, Lexi Burnam, Lydia Burnam, Colman Jones, Dwyn Jones, Fisher Jones, Serafina Jones, Kennedy Hinman, and Savannah Hinman; two stepdaughters: LeAnn Snavely and Adeana Sallee and their families.

In addition to her family, Betty Jo was a grandmother, mother, sister and aunt to many who are left to mourn her loss.

The family is grateful to Lenoir Woods staff, Hospice Compassus, Right at Home, and Rhonda Evans, caregiver who all provided outstanding care for Betty.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to LifeSavers Foundation online at www.LifeSavers.org or by mail at 561 W. Campbell Rd. Ste. 101 Richardson, TX 75080, or to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.parkermillard.com.

Published Wednesday, June 12, 2019

Colleen Ann Sheets, 75, of Columbia, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at home surrounded by family.

Funeral services will be at 12 p.m., Saturday, June 15 at Grandview Baptist Church. Family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until start of the service. Burial will follow at Grandview Baptist Church Cemetery.

Colleen was born on Nov. 9, 1943 in Hatfield, to Cole and Clara Benson Murrin. On Sept. 3, 1966, she married William Sheets in Grant City. She was a faithful member of Grandview Baptist Church, where she served as Church Secretary and taught Sunday School, and was an Awana Leader. After getting her nursing degree, in 1966 she became Head Nurse on the fourth floor at University Hospital. In 1976 she partnered to start Midwest Diabetes and Treatment Center and in 1993 went back to the University Hospital to become the Clinic Supervisor in the Cosmopolitan Diabetes Clinic. She was the first Diabetes Educator at the University, retiring in 2011. Colleen was also a founding member and board member of Camp Hickory Hill.

Colleen is survived by her husband, William Sheets of Columbia; two children, Darron Sheets (Jill) and grandchild, Heather, and Cyndi Hyde (Jerry) and grandchildren, Miriam and Joshua, all of Columbia; brother, Arthur Murrin (Colleen)of Ft. Scott, KS; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Grandview Baptist Church Cemetery Association or American Diabetes Associaion, c/o Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel, 1610 N. Garth Ave., Columbia, MO 65202.

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

Published Thursday, June 13, 2019

The man who desired “peace in God’s presence” has arrived in heaven to join his beloved wife. Dayle Elwood Garrett, 99, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Services for this incredible man, who never judged anyone and accepted all with kindness, will be at 10 a.m. on June 15 at The First Presbyterian Church, 16 Hitt St, Columbia. The family invites you to a reception immediately following the service in the Ramsey Center at the church.

Dayle was born on Sept. 16, 1919 in Money Creek Township, McLean County, IL, the son of Sanford and Kittie (Hefner) Garrett. His siblings, Cecil Clifford Garrett and Mozelle Garrett Wilken, preceded him in death.

He was married to Florance Louise Berner Garrett for 65 years, having met in choir at the First Presbyterian Church in Bloomington, IL. She passed away in 2009.

After graduating from Lexington Community (Illinois) High School, Dayle attended Illinois State Normal University and graduated with a Bachelor of Education in 1942.

As part of “The Greatest Generation,” after graduating college, Dayle enlisted in the Army of the United States on Aug. 29, 1942. He received his Honorable Discharge on Nov. 8, 1945 as Staff Sergeant in the Stockade Military Police Command, having earned the Good Conduct Medal, American Theater Service Ribbon and World War II Victory Service Ribbon. Dayle received a Certificate of Commendation for Especially Meritorious and Outstanding Service from Headquarters Camp Patrick Henry, VA on Nov. 15, 1945.

During his service to his country, he returned to Bloomington, and married Florance on Feb. 5, 1944. She returned with him to active duty and their first two children, twins, were born at the military hospital at a cost of $7.

Dayle returned from active duty and joined State Farm Insurance as a life underwriter at their corporate office in Bloomington. After several promotions, Dayle was asked to open the new State Farm Missouri-Kansas regional office in Columbia, as the Life Company Regional Manager in 1960. He retired from State Farm in 1983 after 37 years of dedicated service. At his retirement, he was asked what his hobbies were, and he replied, “Florance.”

His love of music and beautiful tenor voice opened doors for him during college, his service in the army and several theatrical productions. He enjoyed sharing this gift at weddings, funerals and while singing in church choirs in Bloomington, Columbia and Clearwater, FL.

Dayle is survived by his five children: Sharen Garrett of Columbia, Karen Hiler (Lanny) of Thousand Oaks, CA, Jill Bacon of Columbia, Mikel Garrett (Cheryl) of Wildwood and Amy Gonzales (Edward) of Lee’s Summit. He has enjoyed the adoring love of his 11 grandchildren: Kevin, Ren, Rita, Taylor, Sarah, Garrett, Kelsey, Molly, Noah, Emiline and Bess; plus four great-grandchildren: Nathaniel, Anna, Campbell and Graham.

Dayle enjoyed the ability to stay in his home due to the undying care, love and devotion of his daughter, Sharen.

Dayle has requested any contributions in his memory be sent to the church. “Well done, good and faithful servant.”

Arrangements by Heartland, (573) 442-7850.

Share memories and condolences with the family online at www.heartlandcremation.com.

Published Wednesday, June 19, 2019

Phyllis Opal Hartley, a longtime resident of Columbia, died at Point Lookout Nursing & Rehab near Branson on Sunday, June 16, 2019 at the age of 92.

Services will be held at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Bus. Loop 70 W in Columbia, on Friday June 21, with visitation at 1 p.m., followed by a funeral at 2 p.m.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, John “T” Hartley, whom she first met at a Christmas party for employees of Missouri Telephone Company in Columbia.

She is survived by her three children, John Thomas Hartley Jr. of Branson, Rhonda Vanatta of West Melbourne, FL, Philip Hartley of Columbia, and their spouses; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Carol Atteberry, brother-in-law Kenny Atteberry, and sister-in-law Marguerite Backer.

After her marriage to T. Hartley, Phyllis worked as a homemaker and was also employed by Safeway Grocery, Eastgate IGA Grocery, Columbia Veterans Hospital, and the Missouri Farmers Association. She and her late husband were members of Parkade Baptist Church. Phyllis will be fondly remembered as a sweet and joyful woman who was devoted to her family, friends, and neighbors—and loved to cook and bake enough to feed them for days. She never met a stranger, she loved to sing, and she was known for her infectious laugh.

Published Thursday, June 20, 2019

Jean A. (Hamilton) Pry died on Monday, June 17, 2019 of complications of a stroke she suffered on June 15. She was 76.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 22 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 904 Old Highway 63 South, with visitation from 9 to 10:40 a.m.

Jean was a retired faculty member of the University of Missouri Department of Textile and Apparel Management. She was a long-time resident of Columbia and served as a faculty member at Stephens College from 1970 to 1983. She earned her Ph.D. from the University in 1977 and joined its faculty in 1983.

Jean was a kind and caring person, and often assisted others anonymously. While she had no children, she took a keen interest in the progress of her nieces, nephew, and step-grandsons. She was a true scholar, and continued to study and learn long after her academic career was completed. She was an avid researcher in family history. Late in life she returned to her spiritual roots in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Dale and Marge Whitman; and by her step-son and daughter-in-law, Jon and Connie Pry, all of Columbia.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Vern and Frances Whitman; and her husband, James Pry.

Contributions may be made on-line to LDS Church Humanitarian Services in Jean’s memory.

Published Thursday, June 20, 2019

Rosalie Ann Hammers, 93, of Columbia, passed away Monday, June 18, 2019 surrounded by her closest family.

Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m., with services following at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 22 at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery near St. Clair.

She was born on July 3, 1925 in St. Louis. Rosalie met the love of her life, Norman, at a Youth Bible Retreat, and the two were married on Sept. 17, 1948. Upon starting their life together, Norman went on to become a very well-respected Pastor, while Rosalie practiced as a Registered Nurse for over 39 years. Her specialties while nursing included Oncology, Pediatrics and the Women’s Army Corps.

Rosalie had a great love for music and reading, with the Bible being her favorite book to sit down and read daily. Rosalie was a dearly loved member of Prairie Grove Baptist for 30 years where she served as a Sunday School Teacher. Some of her favorite TV shows included the Waltons, Bonanza and Gunsmoke.

Rosalie loved spending time with her family on a daily basis, and would never be one to turn down someone coming to visit her. Her family was the joy of her life.

She is survived by one son, Steve Hammers (wife Debbie Hammers) of St. Ann; Lorna Busby (husband Bill Busby) of Jefferson City; and Karen Haden (husband Hugh Haden) of Williamsburg; ten grandchildren, Carrie Busby, Lanie Busby, Tori (Marcus) Cole, Laurie (Greg) Coleman, Abbi Busby, Jessi Busby, Josh Hammers, Aaron Haden, Holly (Jess) Brodhacker and Jordan Haden; and 16 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman Hammers; parents, Dewey and Anna Lewis; siblings, Donald Lewis and Kenneth Lewis; and a grandson, Sean Hammers.

Published Wednesday, June 26, 2019

Clifford Eugene Churchill Sr, 73, of Columbia Missouri, formerly of Hannibal Missouri passed away at his home on June 22, 2019.

He was born January 13, 1946 in Columbus Ohio to Charles Churchill and Annie L (Monroe) McPike. They preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his first wife Sharon K (Mallory) Churchill-Williams, they have 2 sons. His second wife Liz E (Martin) Churchill survives. They have one daughter. He was married to Phyllis (Owens) Churchill December 28, 1996. She preceded him in death March 20, 2013.

He is survived by two sons: Clifford E. Churchill Jr. (Tammy) Nicholas D. Churchill (Dawn), all of Quincy IL; two daughters: Rachel Churchill of Columbia MO and Shelly (Jones) Washington of Quincy IL; two step-daughters: Deshawna Galbreath of Fulton, MO, Anikka Galbreath of Jefferson City, MO; one step-son: Thomas Galbreath of Jefferson City; three brothers: Wayne G. McPike Sr. (Brenda) of Hannibal MO, Michael D. McPike Sr. (Joy) of Hannibal MO, Charles Douglas of Columbus OH; 5 Sisters: Sharon (McPike) Jackson of Grand Rapids MI, Oralene McPike of Grand Rapids MI, Charisse (McPike) McLeod of Hannibal MO, Elaine McPike of Hannibal MO, Diamond Douglas of Columbus OH; Uncle: Alfred (Retha) Monroe of Muscatine, IA, many cousins, a host of nieces, nephews, 14 grandchildren, great-grandchildren, the children and grandchildren of his late wife, Phyllis. He is also survived by his dog, a giant schnauzer named Howie.

Clifford attended Douglass School in Hannibal, MO which was a historically all black school. He graduated from Hannibal High School in 1964. He was a Vietnam War Veteran, Army Division. He became an X-Ray technician after receiving his certification from St Elizabeth Hospital in Hannibal, MO. He moved to Macon, MO where he worked as an X-Ray Technician there before moving to Columbia, MO where he worked at the VA Hospital.

Clifford was known as an exceptional basketball player in school and anywhere he played the game. In Hannibal High School, he excelled in basketball and was one of the best players on the team. A wooden plaque with the team picture on it was on display in the trophy case.

Clifford was known affectionately as “Church” by family and friends. He loved his sports. He loved to play horseshoes and also played a little golf and did some fishing. When it came to card games, Church could play some spades. He also liked to play backgammon and other games, but basketball was his favorite. If you called him while he was watching a game on TV, he would say “you know what I’m doing don’t you?” Then he would laugh, but you knew you would have to call him back the next day and do it early because another game may be on the next day too! He was known for having beautiful cars. He always kept his cars spotless with towels in the seats and cloths to polish inside and out. He also kept his home immaculate and his lawn well groomed. He loved to travel and loved to spend time with all of his family, cousins and many friends. His humor was contagious. He could certainly make you laugh.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, Condolences may be left online for the family at www.parkermillard.com.

Published Friday, June 28, 2019

Genevieve “Jean” Cousineau, 86, a retired teacher and entrepreneur, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 22, 2019 at Boone Hospital.

Memorial Services and Visitation will be announced at a later date.

She was born June 30, 1932 in Fond du Lac, Wis. to William and Genevieve Carey.

She spent her childhood in Fond du Lac. After graduating from high school, she attended the University of Wisconsin in Oshkosh, where she received her Bachelor of Science degree. She lived and taught in Fond du Lac until her marriage to Wes Cousineau. They lived in Duluth, Minn. briefly before moving to Rochester, Minn. where they lived for 18 years, before moving to Columbia. After she taught school in Duluth and Rochester, she continued to teach in Columbia at Fairview school.

Upon retirement, she and her husband, Wes, owned and operated Cousineau Produce, growing hydroponic tomatoes and cucumbers that were sold at local supermarkets. She had a friendly and outgoing personality and enjoyed her outings with her “Red Hat” and “Purple Ensemble” groups, and her canasta friends. She also enjoyed her many friends at Murry’s, where she often went for the food and atmosphere.

Jean was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was always very energetic, enjoyed and took pride in her baking, gardening and housekeeping. She always enjoyed decorating for holidays inside and outside as well.

She is survived by her two daughters, Jeanie Shaneberger and her husband Tim Shaneberger of Columbia and Mary Willard and her husband Baron Willard of Spokane, Wash.; a son, Mark Cousineau and his wife Amy of Highlands, Calif.; and four grandchildren, Grant, Megan and Lauren Shaneberger of Columbia, and Chloe Cousineau of Highlands.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Wes Cousineau; and her brother, Bill Carey.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nilson Funeral Home, 5611 E. St. Charles Rd.; Columbia, MO 65202. (573) 474-8443.

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

Published Sunday, July 21, 2019

Clayton Burke Pickens Sr., 69, of Columbia, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2019.

Visitation will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, followed by the memorial service at 3 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home with full military honors.

Clayton was born Aug. 1, 1949 in Shreveport, La. to Lewis and Frances Pickens, who preceded him in death. He was married on Nov. 29, 1969 in Columbia to Charlene Fox, who survives of the home.

Other survivors include two children, Clayton Pickens Jr. (Tracy) and Christen Rude, both of Columbia; two sisters, Karen Sonne and Valerie Kunce; and four grandchildren, Kayla Wenzel (Alex), Jennifer Wheeler (Aaron), Clayton Pickens III and Wyatt Rude.

He was also preceded in death by one sister, Frances Lee Wheaton.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Central Missouri Honor Flight, 1400 Forum Blvd, Ste. 7A, Box 354, Columbia, MO 65203.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Saturday, June 29, 2019

Frances Ann “Fran” Black, 86, of Columbia, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 24, 2019 at The Neighborhoods after experiencing a stroke one week earlier.

No services are planned at this time.

Fran was born April 1, 1933 in Chicago, IL, to Walter and Sophie Serocke. On May 23, 1952, while attending the Chicago Art Institute, she married John James “Jack” Black in Chicago and moved to Valier, MT. Fran’s love of Montana was lifelong and for that reason she wished to have her ashes scattered at St Mary’s Lake in Glacier National Park.

Fran worked for CPS Adult Education and did bookkeeping for many years before buying her own business. At Stamps and Engraving, she created stamps, signs and trophies for local companies and groups, including the MU Football Team. She was also a member of the Epsilon Sigma Alpha philanthropic organization for almost 50 years and made many friends in the community while raising money for St. Jude’s Hospital, her favorite charity. She loved to cook and bake, providing meals for The Rainbow House and Everybody Eats, and was well known for her homemade cinnamon rolls and breads. At one point her cookbook collection numbered in the thousands. Fran was the Queen of Comfort Food.

Survivors include her husband Jack, of the home; daughter Barbara Lockard of Booneville, IA; son John James Black, Jr. of Liberty; daughter Amy Jo Black-Zager of Columbia; grandson Sean Black; granddaughter Kristin Black; and great-grandson Bob Carter. She also leaves behind her beloved sister Elizabeth Norton of Sebring, FL.

In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude’s would be greatly appreciated.

Published Sunday, June 30, 2019

Glenna L. Sanders, 63, of Clarksville, Tenn. (formerly of Columbia), passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2019 at her residence.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3 at Shelter Garden in Columbia.

She was born on April 14, 1956 in Moberly, to Glen and Louise Richstatter Roberts. She was employed with State Farm Insurance for over 25 years. Glenna enjoyed traveling and shopping, but most of all she loved her children and grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband of 19 years, Michael Sanders; son, Cale (Bekah) Johnson; and daughter, Callie (Lance) Rodeman; children by marriage: Morgan (Gerard) Brodeur, Brett (Lacey) Sanders and Ben Sanders; brothers: Russell, Kevin and Roger Roberts; seven grandchildren and one on the way.

In addition to her parents, Glenna is preceded in death by her grandson, Cohen Johnson.

Please visit Glenna’s guestbook at www.sykesfuneralhome.com and share a memory with the family.

Published Saturday, June 29, 2019

Larry Emerson Sapp, 80, of St. Louis, formerly of Columbia, passed away Thursday, June 27, 2019 at home with his wife and family.

Family and friends will be received from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at Parker-Millard Funeral Service with a Funeral Service at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Larry was born on December 19, 1938 in Boone County, Missouri to Andrew and Ella (Rippeto) Sapp. He married Jeanette "Sue" Perkins on May 11, 1957 enjoying 62 years of marriage. His wife, Jeanette "Sue" survives him.

Larry was man who enjoyed working and being busy. He was employed for 37 years with Union Electric/Ameren UE in Columbia as a service man. After retirement he began Larry’s Lawn and Garden Services providing lawn care in Columbia. After Larry’s Lawn and Garden, he went to auctioneer school graduating as Colonel Larry Sapp starting Larry’s Auction Service. From this, he worked at Hy-Vee grocery for 9 more years before completely retiring. Larry was a man of strong Christian faith who remained active in the church and community giving his time and energy to those in need. He was a gifted gardener who was well known for his generosity in giving fresh vegetables to his family, friends and neighbors. He loved bluegrass and gospel music learning to play some of his favorites on his fiddle. Larry had an adventuresome spirit and enjoyed spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Larry is survived by the love of his life, Jeanette "Sue" Sapp; his two children Darrell Sapp of Columbia and Lanette Bowring of St. Louis and his foster daughter Charlotte Martin of Rolla. He is also survived by his siblings Michael Sapp, Gary Sapp, Terry Sapp, Jayne Stephenson, and Almeda Curtis. Larry had twelve grandchildren and twenty-one great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Marva Lou Sapp and Alpha Lindsey.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published July 16, 2019

Lothar “Dutch” Hoyer (May 8, 1951), 68, of Columbia, passed away on Friday, July 12, 2019.

A memorial service will be from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Columbia Seventh Day Adventist sanctuary on Thursday, July 18.

Dutch is survived by his two daughters, Annemarie and Anneke Hoyer; sister, Ursula Hoyer Niezing (Jan Niezing); and many loving nieces, nephews and extended family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Martha Hoyer Aanstoot; and brother, Wilhelm Hoyer.

Published Wednesday, July 17, 2019

America lost another member of its “Greatest Generation” on Saturday, July 13, 2019. Martha Sue Kite, 93, was a steel magnolia with an adventurous spirit.

Visitation will take place from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday, July 20 at Memorial Funeral Home, with Funeral Services at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at Smith Chapel Cemetery.

She was born Martha Sue Nichols on June 29, 1926, on a 60-acre farm in Hartsburg, and she was the eighth of 11 children born to Dorsey and Mae (Richardson) Nichols. On March 3, 1945, Sue married her sweetheart, Kenneth Kite, and they celebrated 66 years of marriage before Kenneth passed away in 2011.

Family was the most important thing in the world to Sue, and she loved doing things for other people. The grandkids and great grandkids knew they would always get hugs from Granny whenever they stopped by her house, but they also knew they would get cookies! She kept her mind sharp by doing word-search puzzles and jigsaw puzzles, and one of the highlights of her life was accepting Jesus Christ as her savior. Surrounded by family and friends, Sue was baptized on March 2, 2017, at the age of 90.

Sue was a wonderful inspiration to all her children and grandchildren, encouraging them to do their best and to be kind to other people; and she will be remembered for her loving heart and her zest for life.

She is survived by her four children--Mary Jane (George) Stuart, Phyllis Ann (Michael) Leach, Rhonda Kay (Ron) Bias and Randy Eugene Kite; her eight grandchildren; and her 11 great grandchildren.

Published Friday, July 19, 2019

Dr. James “Jim” Raymond Koller, 79, of Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at Boone Hospital Center.

Friends and family will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday, July 21 at St. Thomas More Newman Center, with a Mass of Christian Burial to be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, July 22. Inurnment will be private for the family.

He was born in Scottsbluff, Neb. on Oct. 11, 1939 to the late Raymond and Grace (Kent) Koller.

He graduated from Scottsbluff High School in Scottsbluff. He attended Creighton University where he received his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Jim went on to receive his Master’s degree in School Psychology from the University of Nebraska and his Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the University of Missouri.

He was employed for over 35 years at the University of Missouri as a Professor in the Department of Educational and Counseling Psychology before retiring. Here he received the honor of Professor Emeritus. He also worked as an independent consultant for the Missouri Department of Vocational Rehabilitation. He had a huge heart and even after retirement he was still helping others with counseling issues and suicide prevention. He was still being offered counseling positions through retirement, as recently as a few weeks ago.

Jim was a huge golf fanatic, a gardening enthusiast, an avid MU sports fan, a graceful dance partner to Karen and a social butterfly. He was known and loved by so many people. But above all of his interests, he was a FAMILY MAN! He absolutely loved spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren!

Jim is survived by his wife Karen, who survives in the home; son Jim (Julie) Koller of Columbia; daughters Kris (Gary) Behrns of Jefferson City, Kim (Jamie) Stephens of Columbia and Katie (Jeff) Fabbiano of St. Louis; one brother, Don (Gretchen) Koller of Kansas City; and grandchildren Jay, Jack, Erin, Allison, Owen, Mae, Samuel, Joshua, Halle and Cooper; and brother and sister-in-laws, cousins, nieces, and nephews in Nebraska.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his honor may be made to The Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri, c/o Parker-Millard Funeral Service, 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Tuesday, July 23, 2019

Madolyn Ruth Collins, 88, of Kansas City, entered the gates of heaven on Saturday, July 20, 2019.

Funeral services are at 2 p.m. on Friday, July 26 at Resthaven Mortuary in Trenton; with visitation starting at 1 p.m. Burial will follow at Rural Dale Cemetery in Trenton. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Slater Neil Funeral Home in Trenton.

Madolyn was born Jan. 14, 1931 to the late Howard and Bessie Wilson in Trenton. On Nov. 28, 1947, she was united in marriage to Richard Collins. From this union were born ten children. Madolyn was faithful to her church and was very involved at Calvary Baptist Church in Columbia, and later at Perche Baptist Church in Clark. Madolyn was a devoted and loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, friend and neighbor.

Nine children survive her: Becky Vogt, Cindy Davidson (Dennis), Paula Campbell (Terry), Jeff Collins (Cathy), Brian Collins, Sam Collins (Cathy), Julie Thompson (Craig), Steve Collins (Valerie), Karen Mershon (Clark); daughter-in-law Kathy Collins; 25 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mildred Pendlay; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

Preceding her in death were her parents; husband Richard; son Bruce; and four sisters: Marcaline, Marian, Martha and Maxine.

The family would like to thank the staff at Addington Place at Shoal Creek in Kansas City. The family is also grateful for the attending nurses, doctors and Liberty Hospice Care at Liberty Hospital for their loving care and concern for our mother.

Instead of flowers, the family has requested donations to the Alzheimer’s Association (225 N Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601).

Published Tuesday, July 31, 2019

Craig Leonard Kingsley, 51, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2019. He will be remembered for lighting up rooms with celebration, dancing, love and his ability to make you laugh until you cried. He never met a stranger and was always ready and willing to give you a ride, a meal or the shirt off of his back.

There will be a service at 4 p.m. on Thursday, August 1 at the activity building at Sacred Heart Church, 105 Waugh St. in Columbia, with a celebration to follow.

Born on Feb. 7, 1968 in Kansas City, Mo., he attended O’Hara High School and earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Missouri. He worked, laughed and loved in Columbia.

He was most proud of his children, Lucy Ellen Kingsley (21) and Hawkins Leonard Kingsley (19), and we will always be able to see Craig through the many beautiful gifts that he gave them: humor, humility and extreme kindness.

He is also survived by so many others who love him, including his parents Barbara Kingsley and Gino and Mary Kingsley; his sisters Kelly Wallis (Doug) and Connie Kingsley; brothers Chris Kingsley (Sandra) and Kurt Kingsley (Laura); and nephews and nieces Jordan (Chris), Adam (Tricia), Emma and Finn.

The family would like to thank the nurses and doctors at the University Hospitals, particularly Dr. Huslig, for their tender care.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Kingsley Education fund at Central Bank of Boone County. Call 1-573-874-8100 to make donations.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Wednesday, August 7, 2019

Christopher Michael Coleman, 47, of Columbia, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2019 at Capital Regional Medical Center in Jefferson City due to complications from Multiple Sclerosis.

A Memorial Gathering of Friends, celebrating the lives of Chris and his father Ron, will take place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10 at Memorial Funeral Home.

Chris was born March 14, 1972 in Columbia, the son of Ron Coleman and Kim (Fitzpatrick) Coleman. He was a graduate of Parkway South High School-St. Louis, the class of 1990. Chris earned his bachelor’s degree Cum Laude and with College Honors and master’s degree from the University of Illinois-Chicago and was pursuing a doctorate there until his health prevented him from continuing. He enjoyed studying abroad and traveling. He was an accomplished musician and songwriter and played in several bands. He loved to read and had a lifelong thirst for knowledge. He maintained friendships with people throughout the world and different walks of life, and as one of his friends recently said, Chris was always the “coolest guy in the room.”

Chris is survived by his wife, Rosa Dela Vega-Coleman; their children, Olivia and Paloma of Middleton, Wis.; his mother, Kim Coleman of Columbia; one brother, Justin (Sarah) Coleman and their son Evan of St. Louis; an uncle, Mike (Twanda) Coleman of Columbia; an uncle, John Fitzpatrick of Memphis, Tenn.; a cousin, Hali Coleman of Columbia; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.

Chris was preceded in death by his father, Ron.

Memorials may be made to: National Multiple Sclerosis Society in care of the funeral home.

Online condolences may be made at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Saturday, August 3, 2019

Steven Walter Pagan, 67, of Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at his home.

Friends and family will be received from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 4 at Parker-Millard Funeral Service. A Memorial Service will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, August 5 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Interment will be private for the family.

He was born on Feb. 21, 1952 in St. Louis to the late Ervin and Gene (Zinser) Pagan.

Steve graduated from Kirkwood High School and enlisted in the Army. He received his Bachelor of Science in business from the University of Missouri. He married Jeanine Kesselring on July 13, 1974 in St. Louis.

Steve began his career as a manager at Vickers, then was a business owner of Wooden Indian Remodeling. He was a wood turner, and a wood artist! He was a member of the Mid-Mo Woodturners, Midwest Woodworkers Association and Central Missouri Orchid Society. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed nature, gardening, bicycling, even ice skating. His family described him as a humorous, peaceful family man. He was determined not to let chronic health issues get him down. He loved bar-b-ques, fishing and fireworks. Most of all he liked spending time with family, especially playing “Pokémon Go” with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife Jeanine of Columbia; son Steven E. Pagan (fiancée Karen Choi) of Hershey, Pa.; daughters Melissa Giboney (Clark) of Willard and Ellen Williamson (Elliott) of Columbia; brother Scott Pagan of St. Louis; grandchildren Kevin, Brendan, Jacob and Anna Rose; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial contributions may be made in his honor to Our Lady of Lourdes Interparish School.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Sunday, August 4, 2019

Robert Bernard (Bob) Baeker passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 in Columbia at the age of 97.

A private family service will celebrate Bob’s life and legacy.

He was born in St. Paul, Minn. on Aug. 26, 1921 to Bernard Carl and Selma Siebert Baeker.

He was a World War II veteran, having served as Staff Sergeant with the 3rd Army 7th Infantry in the European theater. Following the war, he worked for three decades as an executive with 3M Company. He was the inaugural plant manager for the 3M manufacturing facility in Columbia from 1968 to 1974. Following retirement from 3M, he was the co-owner of the Suzanne’s and David Paine women’s clothing stores in Columbia. Among many civic activities, he served as an active member of the Boone County Industrial Development Board and the Columbia Art League.

Bob was a polymath of diverse and extraordinary talents. He was a self-taught master craftsman in cabinetry and carpentry, an exceptional gardener, a formidable debater and a life-long visual artist and painter. He was an inveterate card player, consistently beating his son at cribbage up to the week before his passing. He loved hunting and fishing, and he dearly loved his faithful dog Maggie. But mostly, he loved his family. His children were his treasure, and as their mentor he personified the consummate convergence of compassion and steel. His undying love of Dorothy, his loving wife of 73 years and his bridge partner, fellow traveler, constant companion and best friend, was an inspiration to all his family, especially as they witnessed his utterly selfless devotion to her care over the several years prior to her passing.

He is survived by his children Barbara Cerino (Peter Bolton) of Santa Fe, N.M., Bette (Jim) Carney of Columbia, Tom Baeker (Cindy) of Danville, Ky. and Bonnie (Jeremy) Zimmerman of Homosassa, Fla.; his grandchildren Chris Cerino, Todd Cerino, Christian Housh, Benjamin Baeker, Zachary Baeker, Jordan Baeker-Bispo, Allison Baeker Tidwell, Ross Baeker, Jesse Palmer and Max Palmer; and 15 great-grandchildren.

Published Sunday, August 4, 2019

Dora May Wren, 88, of Columbia, passed away on Friday, Aug. 2, 2019 at Colony Pointe in Columbia.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019 at Memorial Funeral Home from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. at the funeral home on Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019, with the Rev. John Gillman officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Dora May was born on Aug. 5, 1930 in Fulton, the daughter of Clinton and Hazel (Morts) Harris who preceded her in death. She was married on Feb. 13, 1954 in Boonville to Girard “Toot” Wren who preceded her in death on Oct. 7, 2015.

Dora May graduated from Fulton High School in 1948 and began working for the City of Columbia in 1950 in the City Collector’s office. She also worked in several other departments within the city before retiring in 1990.

After retiring, she began a temporary job with the Columbia Fire Department at the training academy. While working there, she was called “Mom” by the new fire recruits as they were able to come to her with just about anything. She was always ready with a smile and plate of homemade chocolate chip cookies. She continued to work as temporary help in various departments within the City and the Visitors and Convention Bureau until past her 80th birthday.

Survivors include: three sons, Gregory Wren (Barb) of Columbia, Bruce Wren of Louisville, KY and Philip Wren (Gale) of Harrisburg; three grandchildren, Josh Wren, Sunny Wren and Curtis Bruce; four sisters, Hazel Crane (Dale) , Ordith Skouby (Dick), Pauline Robertson (Jerry) and Phyllis McKinney; one sister-in-law, Elaine Harris; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was also preceded in death by one brother, Owen Harris, and two sisters, Frances Hyman and Carol Harris.

She enjoyed singing, dancing, sewing and crafts, spending time with her family and friends and watching Cardinal baseball.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to, The Toot and Dora May Wren Firefighter Equipment Fund at 2000 E. Broadway, Box 180 or at Central Bank of Boone County.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Thursday, August 8, 2019

Kenneth Leverne McFate passed peacefully from life at midnight on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at 95-years-old, with his two daughters and three grandchildren at his bedside.

Friends will be received from 5 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8 at the Parker-Millard Funeral Home, 12 E. Ash Street in Columbia. A committal service will be held at 10 a.m. on Aug. 9 at Memorial Park Cemetery in Columbia, followed by a memorial service and lunch at 11 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 16 Hitt Street in Columbia.

The third of four sons of Samuel Albert and Margaret Spear McFate, Ken was born at home on the family farm in Eastern Iowa in the middle of a blizzard on Feb. 5, 1924. An inquisitive and hardworking child, he was a good student, had an early interest in acting, ran track, and was Vice President of the 1941 graduating class of LeClaire High School.

With the onset of WWII, Ken enlisted in the Army Air Corp officer training program in 1944 and became a Second Lieutenant Navigator in August 1945, just as the war was ending. After service, with help from the GI bill, he worked his way through Iowa State College, receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering.

Several months after taking a job with a utility company in Aledo, Ill. in 1950, he met his future wife Imogene Grace McFate at a church-sponsored softball game. On Jan. 27, 1951, they were wed and spent 65 wonderful years together.

Ken’s career shifted in 1951, when the ISC Ag Engineering Department recruited Ken to join their faculty. During their time at ISC, the young couple had the first two of their three children; Ken helped form the Gilbert Iowa Lions Club and participated in the Iowa Pioneer Settler Descendants Association, beginning a life-long interest in genealogy and local history that culminated in a book, “The McFates of Eastern Iowa” published in 2003.

In January 1956, the University of Missouri invited Ken to join their faculty, where he earned his Master’s Degree and became a professor. Having been raised on an Iowa farm with no electricity or plumbing during the Great Depression, Ken dedicated his career to improving the quality of life for farm families by applying new energy technologies to food production and processing in the U.S. and globally. His early work through the UMC extension service helped farmers in Missouri and the Midwest adopt new labor saving energy technologies; he produced numerous technical guides and research reports while doing hands-on outreach with Missouri farmers. He was a contributing author to Electricity on the Farm for 20 years.

His work also led to consultations with international experts; he edited an International Handbook on Electrical Energy in World Agriculture. In 1983, Ken was invited to lead one of the earliest People-to-People delegations to China, at a time when China was just opening its economy to markets and Western technologies. The three week mission he led fostered a dialogue between Chinese and American agricultural experts about how to expand Chinese food supplies with more efficient energy use; he considered this work a highlight of his university career.

After 30 years at UMC, Ken became the President of the National Food and Energy Council, a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing together university researchers, farmers and power companies to improve energy efficiency in food production. At NFEC, Ken managed ten special energy research programs at 12 different universities, demonstrating his management skills and bridging abilities by raising funds from both Rural Electric Coops and private investor owned utilities to fund this important work.


Ken was a family man, devoted husband and an incurable DIY guy, who loved to work with his hands and make things–buildings, gardens, cars. He finished the basement of the family’s first house on Bettina Drive, making it a kid’s play haven, and filled and leveled the yard for coquet, baseball, neighborhood barbeques, beds and vegetable gardens. He loved old cars, completely rebuilding a 1939 Chevy. He was an incorrigible collector of old things, especially farm instruments and items from a disappearing rural lifestyle. He rebuilt an old farmhouse outside of Columbia where he and Imogene lived for almost two decades before moving back into town, allowing them to garden and grow corn and other crops, and to introduce their grandchildren to farm life.

Ken and Imogene were people of faith and active members of the First Presbyterian Church in Columbia for 53 years, where he served as a Deacon and both served as Elders for many years. They reluctantly left their church community in 2009; when Imogene was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, they moved to Olathe, Kan. to be closer to their youngest daughter. When Imogene needed full-time care, Ken visited her every day, rain or shine, for five years. A faithful and devoted husband, he kept his commitments. Ken was much loved and will be sorely missed by his family.

He is survived by daughters Kathryn Margaret McFate and Sharon Ann McFate of Olathe; grandchildren Christopher Kenneth of San Diego, Calif.; Kelly and great-grandson Cruz of Ft. Collins, Colo.; Dylan of Olathe; and daughter-in-law Diane McFate of Hollister.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; beloved son Daniel Elliott McFate; and treasured wife of 65 years, Imogene Grace Kness McFate.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to the University of Missouri-Columbia Kenneth L. McFate NFEC Electrification Scholarship (asm.missouri.edu/undergrad-degrees/scholarships); the First Presbyterian Church Education Endowment Fund (fpccolumbia.org), or the Alzheimer’s Association (Alz.org).

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Thursday, August 15, 2019

Rita Kathleen “Kathie” Dunlap Shreves, 90, of Columbia, MO died peacefully on August 13, 2019 at Lenoir Woods.

Born October 6, 1928 to Fred L. and India Mae Dunlap in Jefferson City, MO.

She worked at Hickman High School as Extracurricular Activities secretary for thirty years. She led an active life, volunteering with Girl Scouts, 4-H, Columbia Garden Club, PTA, Chi Omega sorority and the First Christian Church. In retirement, she Volksmarched all fifty states then traveled the world visiting 100+ countries and all continents more than once.

She is survived by three daughters: Leandra Spangler, Denise Schindler (Bob) and Michela “Micki” Jones (Jay); and two grandchildren: Caleb Spangler and Shannon Jones; and six great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond E. Shreves, her sisters: Bonnie Mae Dunlap and Betty Lou Ells; and her grandson, Raymond Reese “Buck” Jones.

Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery in Jefferson City.

A Memorial Service will be held at Epple Chapel at Lenoir Woods, 3710 S. Lenoir Street, Columbia, MO at 2pm on Saturday, August 17, 2019.

The family would like to thank the staff at Lenoir Woods, especially, Shalitha, Annie, Mary, Josh, Angie, Harley, Sarah, George, Andrea, Anita, Pam, Joyce, Brianna and the Hospice Compassus team for their loving care and support.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Wednesday, August 21, 2019

Clarence “Bill” Hamby, 69, of Columbia, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2019, surrounded by his family.

A celebration of his life is being planned.

Bill was born on Nov. 22, 1949 in Rockwood, Tenn. to Clarence L. and Nell Allen Hamby, and they preceded him in death. On June 9, 1971, he married Marsha Heisler in Columbia. He owned and operated Columbia Fire Protection Company, supplying automatic sprinkler systems in Columbia. He was the only company that installed sprinkler systems in Columbia in the 1970s. He enjoyed fishing, blues music and westerns, but mostly enjoyed spending time with his grandkids.

Bill is survived by his wife, Marsha; two sons, Brent Hamby (Colleen) of Raytown and Kyle Hamby of Columbia; and two grandchildren, Rylee and Reed.

He was also preceded in death by a sister, Joann Ogden.

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

Published Wednesday, August 21, 2019

Georgiana Caroline Pitts, 75, of Columbia, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2019 at Columbia Post Acute Center.

A Memorial Service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 24 at New Horizons United Methodist Church, 1020 S. El Chaparral Avenue, with Rev. Marilyn Moeller officiating. Graveside services and interment will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday in the Mt. Hope Cemetery in St. Louis. Expressions of sympathy may be made to New Horizons United Methodist Church.

She was born May 8, 1944 in St. Louis, the daughter of Calvin Lysle and Alice May (Garrett) Owens. Georgiana was a 1962 graduate of Mehlville High School in St. Louis.

Georgiana worked as a Para Professional for the Columbia Public Schools at West Jr. High and Lange Middle School from 1986 until her retirement in 2009. She attended New Horizons United Methodist Church.

Survivors include three sons: Steve Van Nolan of Columbia, Glen Allen Pitts and wife Shelley of Jefferson City, Jeffery Lee Pitts and husband Jason Han of Columbia; two brothers: Calvin L. Owens and wife Peggy, David Owens and wife Nancy; and four grandchildren: Stuart Andress-Nolan, Mark A. Pitts, Shawn C. Pitts and Matthew L. Pitts.

Georgiana was preceded in death by her parents, Calvin and Alice Owens.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Sunday, August 25, 2019

Dean Stanley Shelley, 91, passed away in Columbia at Boone County Hospital, August 18, 2019, surrounded by his family, following a progressive medical condition. He resided at the Veterans Home in Mexico for 5-1/2 years.

The “Celebration of Life” for Dean will be at The Crossing Church in Columbia, with visitation at 10 a.m. and funeral at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019 with Full Military Honors to follow.

Dean was born June 29, 1928, in Desloge, Mo., to Nellie and Emmett Shelley. He was a graduate of Desloge High School. After graduating from high school, he attended Bailey Deisel Engineering School in St. Louis and went to work for the Cargill Company. Dean served in the Korean War from 1950-52 as a Sergeant in the Army. After his service, he enrolled at the University of Missouri, graduating with a B.S. in Agriculture and then a Master of Agricultural Science in 1957. Dean became Director of Operations for the University of Missouri Dairy Plant, where ice cream and dairy products were produced and sold. In l972 he started teaching dairy engineering and doing research in Food Science and Nutrition. Buck’s Ice Cream was opened on campus in 1988, and with new research, Dean co-formulated “Tiger Stripe” ice cream for all MIZZOU fans! He continued as Associate Professor in the School of Hotel and Restaurant Management. He worked with the UMC Dairy Judging Team which traveled widely and won multiple awards. Dean was beloved by colleagues, staff and students. He was a Distinguished President of the Columbia Breakfast/Downtown Optimist Club, 1968-69. He was a member of Gamma Sigma Delta. He was active with Missouri FFA, in dairy judging, receiving a Degree of Honorary American Farmer. Dean received The Spirit of Excellence in 1993, after many years of dairy judging at the Illinois State Fair. He became a VIP Blood Donor for American Red Cross. He was an active committee member of Meals on Wheels for several years. Dean was recognized in Personalities of the West and Midwest in 1969 as a distinguished leader. He served as a member of the Board of Adjustment for the city of Columbia. He was a Third Degree Master Mason. He was a 50-year member of the American Legion. He served as a deacon of Calvary Baptist Church many years.

Dean is survived by his wife, LaVerne, of 68 years; two daughters, Debbie Shelley-Milam (Dale), Columbia, and Donna Kell (Joe), Kansas City; two granddaughters, Katie Kimble (Jacob), St. Joseph, and Kelsey Whitlow (Austin), Platte City; five great-grandchildren, Connor and Collins Kimble and William, Ainsley and Frances Whitlow. Dean was a very caring and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Harold Shelley.

Donations can be made to: The Alzheimer’s Association or Missouri Veterans Home, Mexico, in care of the funeral home.

Arrangements are under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home and online condolences may be made at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, September 1, 2019

Irene Lucille Kohl of Columbia passed away on Friday, August 23, 2019 at her home.

Visitation will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 7 at Community United Methodist Church, where funeral services will take place at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Irene was born Sept. 23, 1931, in Traer, Iowa, the daughter of Orville W. Latting and Lucille B. Daringer Latting. On Aug. 19, 1951, Irene was united in marriage to the love of her life, Robert “Bob” Kohl, who preceded her in death.

Irene was a founding member of Community United Methodist Church. She retired after a long career with J.C. Penney. She was a lifelong fan and season ticket holder of the Mizzou football and basketball programs, and was a member of the University of Missouri’s Jefferson Club. She was a longtime volunteer for Habitat for Humanity, which awarded her the Presidential Volunteer Award. Irene also volunteered at Columbia Regional Hospital. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and sister.

Irene is survived by her son Donald (Nancy) Kohl of St. Peters; grandchildren Colin Kohl of St. Louis, Claire (Nick) Martchink of Wentzville and Taryn Kohl of St. Peters; sister Donna (Dwayne) Holst of Mountain View, Calif.; and son-in-law Richard Graham of Columbia.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; daughter Sharon Graham; grandchild Robert Graham; brothers Webster Latting and Cecil Latting; and sisters Jewell Modracek, Joy Baker and Dorothy White.

Online condolences may be made at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Wednesday, September 4, 2019

William Edward Dorward, 82, of Columbia, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2019.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 6 at Memorial Park Cemetery in Columbia. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 22 at the Eagles Lodge in Columbia.

William (Bill) was born near Appleton City on July 25, 1938, the son of Clarence and Loretta Dorward, both of whom preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Hardt. Bill graduated from Appleton City High School in 1955 and graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1959. Bill worked for Columbia Insurance Group in the Farmers Mutual Hail Division. He loved traveling, spending time with family and friends, fishing and playing golf. Bill especially enjoyed the activities and friends at the Eagles Lodge.

Bill is survived by two sons, Jeff Dorward (Jodi) of Kansas City and Don Dorward (Darla) of Springfield; one daughter, Deborah Dorward of Osage Beach; one step-daughter, Diana Flora of Broken Arrow, Okla.; one step-son, Robert Hardt of Columbia; two sisters, Nettie Drummond (Ron) of Springfield and Jan Clarke (Dewayne) of Decatur, Ala.; along with several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his loving companion, Martha Wild of Kansas City.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com. 

Published Thursday, August 29, 2019

Billy L. Perkins, 81, of Columbia, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at Boone Hospital Center.

A Celebration of Life Service will be at 4 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 31 at Grace Bible Church, followed by a reception for the family to greet friends.

Billy was born on Dec. 12, 1937 in Columbia to Clarence “Bill” and Maurin Winn Perkins, and they preceded him in death. On Oct. 15, 1960, he married Doris Burnett in Columbia. He was a longtime member of Grace Bible Church.

Billy is survived by his wife, Doris; four children, Teresa Graham (Alan) of Smithville, Tammy Mann (James) of Harrisburg, Stephen Perkins (Tracy) of Harrisburg and Matthew Perkins (Ashley) of Centralia; two brothers, Dale Perkins (Peggy) of Columbia and Gale Perkins (Mary) of Harrisburg; sister-in-law, Gail Perkins of Columbia; six grandchildren, Levi, Heaven, Malissa, Dalton, Grace and Killian; and two great-grandchildren, Aliya and Xander.

He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Donald and Bruce.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Grace Bible Church–Missions Program, 601 Blue Ridge Road, Columbia, MO 65202.

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

Published Saturday, August 31, 2019

Florence Margaret Jennings, 91, of Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2019, at Boone Hospital in Columbia.

Graveside service will be held on Monday, Sept. 9, 2019 at 11 a.m. in Memorial Park Cemetery, with Rev. James Moore officiating.

Florence was born on Feb. 3, 1928 in New York, N.Y., the daughter of James and Helen (Nagel) Millett who preceded her in death. She was married on Nov. 23, 1946 in Boone County, Mo., to Raymond Jennings who preceded her in death on Jan. 20, 2000. Florence retired from the Columbia School District as a cook. She enjoyed cooking, especially her special vegetable soup, breads, candy and Thanksgiving dinner. She will be remembered for hand-making over 300 quilts and spending time with her family.

Survivors include: her three children, Betty Moore (James) of Columbia, James Jennings (Cheryl) of Columbia and Terry Jennings (Diane) of Rocheport; 11 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by one son, Alan Jennings.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, September 8, 2019

Mark Stephen Old was born on October 12, 1960 at Boone Hospital in Columbia to John Old and Shirley Palmer Old-Curry. He passed away on Monday, September 2, 2019.

Mark was a valued member of the Code Blue team at Boone Hospital, and among the first to arrive to help. He so enjoyed helping the patients.

Mark had one son, Joshua Kelean Old of Columbia, who was his Dad’s pride and joy.

In his younger years, Mark was a good drummer and belonged to a small band, as he so loved music. He also was a huge Missouri Tiger, St. Louis Cardinal and KC Chiefs fan.

Mark is survived by his loving parents, John Old and Shirley Old-Curry as well as step-parents, John Curry and Shirley Jenkins-Old; nieces, Ashley Old and Elizabeth Kniebert; nephews, Ryan Old and Nicholas Kniebert; and brother-in-law, Philip Kniebert.

At Mark’s request there will be a private family service at a later date.

Funeral arrangements are with Columbia Cremation Center.

Published Sunday, September 8, 2019

Alan (Al) Verne Norton, 84, of Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2019.

Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9 at Missouri United Methodist Church. A reception will follow in the connecter area of the church. Burial will then take place at approximately 4 p.m. at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Alan was born on Aug. 16, 1935 in Dodge City, Kan., the son of Verne Norton and Ilene (Dillman) Norton. On June 13, 1954 he was united in marriage to Sandra (Hartman) Norton, who survives. When they married Alan was a cattle farmer. He would return to school to become a teacher and a coach before getting a job as a pharmaceutical sales representative. It was at this time that the family moved to Columbia. Alan then embarked on a career as an agent with State Farm Insurance until his retirement. He was a member of the Cosmopolitan Club of Columbia and the Missouri United Methodist Church. He was an avid crappie fisherman and enjoyed frying and sharing his catch with family and friends. Alan was a man of few words but rather he was a “Doer.” He was a good listener, confidante and supportive friend. He will be remembered as someone you could always count on.

In addition to his wife of 64 years, Alan is survived by three daughters: Dina (Dan) Coffey of West Chicago, Ill., Kay (Les) Johnson of Nixa and Alana (Scott) Madsen of St. Charles; and eight grandsons: Nathan, Joshua, Barry, Stewart, David, Daniel, Nicholas and Quentin.

He was preceded in death by one sister: Maxine Beery; and one brother: Robert Norton.

Memorial donations can be made to Missouri Department of Conservation at P.O. Box 180, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0180 or Missouri United Methodist Church, 204 S. 9th Street, Columbia, MO 65201.

Published Thursday, September 12, 2019

Christina Marie Doolady, age 54, of Columbia, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 9, 2019 after a short but courageous battle with cancer.

She was born Dec. 28, 1964 to Betty (Reed) Peterson. She was the 1983 Valedictorian of Sturgeon High School. She worked as a Lead Integration Architect at Cerner. Christina was selfless and was always first to lend a hand. She was a social butterfly and loved meeting new people. She frequented the Hy-Vee Market Grille and Las Margaritas. She never missed a Kansas City Chiefs or Royals game. She loved every moment she could spend with her granddaughter.

She is survived by her son, Karson (Alexis) Doolady; brother Travis (Jessica) Peterson; sister Annette (John) Bell; two grandchildren; five nieces and nephews; many cousins and close friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Wayne and Betty Peterson.

Per Christina’s request there will be no memorial services, however a Celebration of Life will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 18 at the Riechmann Indoor Pavilion in Columbia. We ask that donations be made to the Lung Cancer Research Foundation.

Published Wednesday, September 18, 2019

Nina Delores Holladay Bramon was born August 26, 1929 in Guthrie to Robert and Flora Mae (Brown) Holladay. She passed away peacefully Saturday, September 14, 2019 in Columbia.

Visitation and Services will be at 9 and 10 a.m. respectively on Saturday, Sept. 21 at Parker-Millard Funeral Home at 12 East Ash Street in Columbia. Inurnment will follow at Dry Fork Baptist Church at 8221 County Road 363, New Bloomfield, Missouri 65063.

She was the youngest of 11 children (Ola Lee, Joe, Ila, Ida, Eldon, Robert Harold, Robert Hulen, Lloyd, Nellie and Raymond), and she survived them all. Her last living sibling was Nellie Meinhardt of Jefferson City. She had a very happy childhood in the countryside of Callaway County near Devil’s Backbone. She attended a one-room school house until high school and her family were active members of Dry Fork Baptist Church.

She was an extremely dedicated wife, mother and grandmother, as well as Sunday school teacher, nurse and long-time volunteer at Ellis Fischel Cancer Center.

She graduated from Fulton High School in 1948, where she met her life-time love, Gerald Adelbert Bramon, and he survives. She attended Hannibal La-Grange College for one year, then returned to Fulton to marry Gerald on July 9, 1950, and they had a very happy life together for 69 years. They lived in Rolla as Gerald completed his Civil Engineering degree. They moved to Columbia in 1959, where they raised their three boys Kerry, Larry and Greg, and were very active members of Calvary Baptist Church. After raising her three boys, she received her LPN degree in 1975 and worked in home-health.

She brought joy, compassion and optimism to the world and approached life with zest and enthusiasm. She loved to cook, garden and sew--she lovingly made dresses for her granddaughters and thousands of turbans for cancer patients. Nina and Gerald traveled for pleasure and service, in the U.S. and abroad. She celebrated the adventurous spirits of her grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband Gerald; sons Kerry, Larry and Greg; daughters-in-law Becky, Christina, Pattie and Sharon; her ten grandchildren whom she adored, Laura, Joni, Betsy (Tom Yonker), Julie (Garrett Bradford), Sarah, Ben (Sarah), Hannah, Matt, Lindsey (Matt Todd) and Dane (Erica White); three great-grandchildren, Conrad Gerald, Callaway, Kayson; and nephews/nieces Gary Wayne Smith and Bob, Cindy and Kenny Meinhardt. She had many rich friendships that she treasured.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Saturday, September 21, 2019

Virginia “Lois” Calvin, 85, of Columbia passed away at home, Thursday, September 19, 2019.

Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, 2019 at Memorial Funeral Home with a Funeral Service at 2 p.m. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Lois was born July 27, 1934 in Hartsburg, the daughter of William G. Brown and Mollie Ada Bittle. On Feb. 10, 1951 she was united in marriage to Lloyd Calvin who survives her passing.

Lois enjoyed machine embroidery and found a home away from home at Satin Stiches. It was there that she sharpened her skills and developed numerous friendships. She was a member of the American Hemerocallis Society and the Central Missouri Hemerocallis Society. She was a member of Cavalry Baptist Church. She was a dog lover her entire life and her most current love is “Bella.”

Lois is survived by her husband Lloyd; a daughter, Yvonne Calvin; and a foster son, Scott Rice. She was preceded in death by her parents and one son, Michael Lloyd Calvin.

Online condolences may be shared at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Wednesday, September 25, 2019

Curtis Horacio Bourgeois, M.D., born on December 18, 1934 in Natchez, Miss., died on Thursday, September 19, 2019 at the age of 84. His last days were spent at his home in Denver, Colo., surrounded by family and friends.

In 1956 Curtis married Martha Jane Stephenson, the love of his life. They were happily married until Martha lost her battle with cancer in 2003. In 2005 he had another chance at love and married Ms. Roslyn Walker. A proud father of four and a doting grandfather of five, he was affectionately called “Doc” or “Papa” by the many whose lives he touched.

A 1961 graduate of Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Dr. Bourgeois completed his residency at Letterman Army Medical Center in San Francisco, Calif. He served in the United States Army, rising to the rank of colonel before his honorable discharge in 1971, retiring in 1995.

After serving in multiple cities across the United States, and a stint in Bangkok, Thailand, the Bourgeois moved their family to Columbia. Dr. Bourgeois joined Boyce & Bynum Pathology Laboratories, where he was a partner until his retirement from medicine in 2001.

Dr. Bourgeois is most widely known locally as cofounder of Les Bourgeois Vineyards. In 1974, he and Martha bought 15 acres of bluff top property near Rocheport. Originally conceived as an idea to beautify the property in front of their home, the vineyards grew from supporting a casual winemaking hobby to a vibrant business and popular tourist destination. His eldest son took over the business in 1987, which he successfully ran until the business was sold in early 2019.

Doc enjoyed traveling, photography, writing poetry, a stiff drink and sharing the things he loved with those he loved. He is survived by his wife, Roslyn Bourgeois; four children, Marcia Bourgeois, Curtis Bourgeois, Karen Bourgeois and Stephen Bourgeois; five granddaughters; and many families of Les Bourgeois Vineyards, who brought him so much joy throughout the decades.

The Bourgeois family warmly invites all to attend his service at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Rocheport Methodist Church. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Rocheport Church, Meals on Wheels, or the charity of your choice in lieu of flowers.

Published Sunday, September 29, 2019

Richard Barclay Head, 88, of Columbia, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at home surrounded by family.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 1 at Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel with Pastor Terry Overfelt of Broadway Christian Church officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Richard was born Nov. 27, 1930 to Walter R. and Mamie Blanche Barclay Head in New Salem, and they preceded him in death. On May 24, 1958 he married Ann Powell of Columbia, and she survives.

Richard grew up on a farm near Browning and went to serve in the U. S. Army during the Korean Conflict. While stationed in Colorado Springs he attended Auctioneer School in the evening. After the service, he began his career in the automobile business with Nathe Chevrolet and then soon moved into auto auctioneering. While continuing to travel with his auctioneering career, he started Head Motor Company in Columbia in 1960, and then introduced the Toyota franchise to central Missouri. Richard Head Toyota operated from 1971 to 1982, during which time he served as a Director of Missouri Auto Dealers Association in 1978. Richard sold the Toyota franchise to focus on his new adventure, owning and operating an auto auction, which he purchased in Moberly in the mid-70s. Eventually he moved it to Columbia to establish Richard Head Auto Auction off Route Z, which he sold in 1996, to focus on his horses and farm. The farming and ranching lifestyle drew Richard back also during the 70s. He purchased a local farm which is still owned and operated today by the family. One of his enjoyments was working his cutting horses with his cattle, along with breeding and competing in cutting horse events. Richard won a number of awards, eventually being inducted into the National Cutting Horse Association Hall of Fame.

Richard is survived by his wife of 61 years, Ann; and twin sons, Stuart Head (Martha) and Steve Head (Cristena), all of Columbia; four grandchildren, Brent, Christian, Lindsey and Gracie; siblings, Dorothy Ramborger of Chattanooga, Tenn. and Gilbert Head of Kearney; and several nieces and a nephew.

He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Allen, Eldon and Vernon.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Alzheimer’s Association or American Heart Association, c/o Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel, 1610 N. Garth Ave., Columbia, MO 65202.

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

Published Sunday, September 29, 2019

Kathryn (Steck) McLeod, age 92, died Thursday, September 26, 2019 in El Paso, Texas while in hospice care for cancer.

In accordance with her wishes there will not be a formal memorial service. A simple graveside service followed by internment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with her husband is planned for Oct. 2 at 1 p.m.

Kathryn, or “Kay” as she was known by her friends, was born Nov. 8, 1926 in Cape Girardeau to Phillip H. and Emalie (Illers) Steck. Kathryn graduated from Southeast Missouri State University in 1948 with degrees in Physical Education and Art.

While at SEMO, Kathryn was active in the Women’s Athletic Union, CLIO (a social organization), Black Mask (drama) and was Homecoming Queen.

Kathryn met James Clinton “Mac” McLeod at SEMO, where he enrolled after returning home from World War II. The two were married on Jan. 1, 1948. Both were life-long public school teachers.

The couple did not have children, but Kathryn nurtured and encouraged many students throughout her 53 years of teaching, and after her retirement from teaching at age 74.

Kathryn and Mac started their careers in Columbia, where she taught Physical Education in junior high school for 24 years, from 1948 to 1972, and he was a successful boys’ basketball coach at Hickman High School, winning a state championship in 1962.

When Kathryn and Mac moved to El Paso in 1972, Kathryn was hired to teach art at Jefferson High School. After Mac’s death in 1975, she remained in El Paso and continued to teach art until her retirement in 2001. El Paso was her home for 47 years.

She was a loyal season ticket holder for UTEP Women’s Basketball for many years. During Mac’s coaching career, the couple traveled each year to the NCAA Final Four.


When working, Kathryn enjoyed travel with friends during the summer months and taking art classes in Missouri and the Southwest, including a class with the Native American potter Maria Montoya Martinez.

In retirement, Kathryn worked with International Baccalaureate students and volunteered with various organizations, including the El Paso Police Department, which honored her with the Commander Excellence Award in 2006 and 2007.

She was a woman of faith and was active in her church, Ascension Lutheran Church. In her later years, she took pleasure in donating funds that benefited her church family.

Kathryn also enjoyed knitting and other handiwork. She made a countless number of blankets for Project Linus.

Her strength, independence and generosity are attributes for which she will always be remembered.

Kathryn is survived by her brother-in-law, Gary McLeod and wife Jayne, of Lawrence, Kan.; nephew, Michael McLeod, of Lawrence; niece, Jennifer McLeod Kassebaum, (William) and family, Burdick, Kan.; nephew, Van Marlin of Cape Girardeau; life-long friend, Margaret Niemeyer of Columbia; and many close friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; older sister, Helen Steck Malone Williams (Bill); and niece, Sarah Kathryn Malone Turner.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Columbia Public Schools Foundation, P. O. Box 1234, Columbia, MO 65205

Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home West. Please visit our online registry at www.sunsetfuneralhomes.net.

Published Saturday, October 5, 2019

Dr. Hal Gene Bingham, M.D., age 93, of Gainesville, Fla., passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 29, 2019 at Oak Hammock.

Funeral Services will be held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 6 at Trinity United Methodist Church, 4000 NW 53rd Ave. Gainesville, FL 32653 in the Worship Center with Dr. Dan G. Johnson, Rev. Catherine Fluck Price and Rev. Steve Price officiating. A reception will follow at the church. Family will receive friends from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5 at Williams-Thomas Funeral Home Westarea, 823 NW 143rd Street, Newberry. Military graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8 at Forest Park Cemetery in Anthony, Kan. under the direction of Prairie Rose Funeral Home, 602 E Main, Anthony, KS 67003. www.prairierosefuneralhomes.com.

Dr. Bingham was born Oct. 22, 1925 to James Joseph and Josie Neta Denton Bingham at Wesley Hospital in Wichita, Kan. He became an Eagle Scout in 1940 in Anthony, Kan. where he grew up. From 1943-1946, Dr. Bingham served as a Private 1st Class in the 100th Division of the U.S. Army. Later, he wrote a book about his experiences as a foot soldier in France and Germany during World War II.

In 1948, Hal married nurse Mary Ann Beal, R.N., from Harper, Kan. They had five children. Dr. Bingham graduated from the Medical School at Kansas University in 1954. He then served as a medical doctor at Madigan Army Hospital for one year in Tacoma, Wash. and in the U.S. Air Force as a captain for two years in Maine. Residencies were taken at the University of Iowa and the University of Kansas in General Surgery and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He joined the faculty at the University of Missouri in 1962, where he started plastic surgery programs and trained three residents. In 1964, he began a private practice in Tulsa, Okla. He returned to the University of Missouri Medical Center in 1966. In 1972, he joined the faculty of the University of Florida as Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Director of the Burn Unit at Shands Teaching Hospital. He trained 42 residents in his specialty before he retired in 1996. Dr. Bingham also served at the Veteran’s Administration Hospitals in Iowa City, Iowa, Columbia and Gainesville until he was 80 years old.

Dr. Bingham enjoyed playing the clarinet in the Gainesville Community Band and with the Docs of Dixieland for many years. His sons followed him in the music profession, and his daughters followed their mother in the nursing field. He and his wife were long-time members of Trinity United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his children Steven Lee (Trudy), Catherine Jo Bingham-Borde, Lynn Ann Bingham-Cox (Emory), Mary Shaun Bingham-Dindial (Hans) and John Eric; and eight grandchildren, Ceri, Rachael, Marissa, Jace, Martin, Austin, Nathan and Jacob.

Dr. Bingham was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ann Beal Bingham in 2005, and a granddaughter, Candace in 2019.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his memory to University of Florida Burn Unit, Attn: Burn Unit, 1600 SW Archer Road, Box 100335, Gainesville, FL 32610 or Veterans Administration Hospital, https://www.volunteer.va.gov/apps/VolunteerNow/.

Published Friday, October 25, 2019

Michael “Shawn” Sapp, 49, entered into rest on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

There will be a Celebration of Life from 6 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 at Snorty Horse Saloon.

Shawn was a lifelong resident of Columbia. He owned ASAP plumbing, was a master plumber, and a member of the United Methodist Church. He enjoyed dancing the waltz and country line dancing. But his greatest joy was spending time with his daughter, Hope.

Shawn is survived by his daughters, Faith and Hope Sapp; siblings, Troy and Dyrinda Sapp; niece and nephew, Christopher and Amanda Petallino; as well as many other family and friends.

He is preceded in death by all four grandparents; father, Gary Michael Sapp; mother, Dyrinda Marie Barnett; uncles, Donald and Terry Sapp; aunts, Anita Greening, Sue Ellen Edwards and Linda Kay Audrey; and cousins, Everett and Jerry Dale Sapp.

The family would like to extend special thanks to Brent Miller for organizing donations as well as to all who donated.

Published Tuesday, October 29, 2019

William Couch Crabb, 95, of Columbia, died Sunday, October 6, 2019 at the University of Missouri Medical Center. The cause was pneumonia.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 1 at the First Baptist Church of Columbia, 1112 E. Broadway, where he was a long-time member and leader.

Born in Fall Leaf, Kan. in 1924 and raised in Williamsburg, Kan., Mr. Crabb was one of six children. Following service in the USN, he attended KU on the GI Bill, earning a degree in Engineering. In 1951, he married Carol Pinney, the sister of a college friend. They lived in Homewood, Kan., where Mr. Crabb owned and operated a general store and gas station.

In 1960, they moved to Gardner, Kan., where Mr. Crabb took a job at a telephone engineering firm. There he learned to pilot the company plane when assignments took him to distant locations out west.

The family moved to Columbia in 1968, where he joined another engineering consultancy. He later started his own firm, Telecom Engineers, which flourished until his retirement in the 1980s.

While raising children, there were summer car camping trips to national parks and historically significant sites. Upon retirement, he and Carol spent six months in England. They later traveled extensively, visiting many destinations throughout the world, often with Elder Hostel.

Predeceased by his wife, he is survived by children Richard (Janice), Jim, Jennifer (Chris), Tom (Wendy), and six grandchildren: Ian, Hugh, Logan, Malcolm, McKenna, and Griffin, his sister Arlie, and many nieces and nephews.

A loving and generous father and grandfather, Mr. Crabb was a lifelong Jayhawks fan and KU supporter, an avid basketball follower, a dedicated trail walker, a loyal friend, and a humble stoic who was forever unimpressed by fame and self-promotion.

Published Friday, October 11, 2019

Dr. Myron Gerald Neuffer passed from this mortal existence on Tuesday, October 8, 2019.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 904 Old Highway 63 S, Columbia, MO 65201. Visitation will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at Nilson Funeral Home. Visitation also will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. the day of the service at the church.

He was born to Myron David and Camille Cole Neuffer on March 4, 1922 in Preston, Idaho. He was the oldest of five children. In his youth he was active in the 4-H and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. On March 17, 1943 he married Margaret McGregor in the Logan, Utah Temple. They were blessed with seven children, Myron David Neuffer, John Gerald, Gregory Wayne, Lewis Dale, Barbara Ruth, Peggy Neuffer Hendrix and Linda Neuffer Chaston; 27 grandchildren and 61 great-grandchildren. After Margaret’s passing in 2001, Gerald married Rosemary Lee Healy on Aug. 11, 2008.

Gerald’s life was his family, his church, his work (agronomy genetics) and his country. Gerald served in the U.S. Army in 1944. He graduated from the University of Idaho in 1947 and received his Master’s (1950) and Doctorate (1952) from the University of Missouri. He was tenured and promoted to associate professor in 1956 and made full professor in 1966. He chaired the Department of Genetics from 1967 to 1969 and retired from the Department of Agronomy in 1992. He currently holds the title of professor emeritus in the Division of Plant Sciences at University of Missouri. He created and catalogued over 10,000 unique maize GMOs. Gerald diligently served many callings in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Besides participating in the local clergy, he was also asked to lead church administration for most of northern Missouri, and again for the central states of the USA. Additionally, Gerald and Margaret served a one-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1994 at the Chicago Temple. Gerald also served as Stake Patriarch for the Columbia Stake. He was an avid runner and ran four miles every morning for the last 43 years, and participated over 15 times in the annual Parley P. Pratt Freedom Run, each July 4th in Columbia.

Gerald is survived by his brother, Paul Cole Neuffer; sister, Joan Marilyn Crist; his second wife, Rosemary Lee Neuffer; her seven children; Gerald and Margaret’s six children; 26 grandchildren; 61 great-grandchildren; 17 great-great grandchildren; and eight great-great-great grandchildren, for a total of 145 surviving descendants.

Gerald was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret McGregor Neuffer; and son, John Gerald Neuffer.

The family would like to thank the Compassus Hospice Group for their support and aid of Gerald and his family during his final month. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Missionary fund.

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

Published Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Robert Peter “Pete” Kephart passed away on the 11th of October, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

A one-hour visitation will begin at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 616 Jackson St., Columbia, MO 65203. A graveside service with full military honors will take place at 1:20 p.m. at Missouri State Veterans Cemetery at Jacksonville (1479 County Rd 1675, Jacksonville, MO 65260).

Pete was born on the 3rd of October, 1936 to Harry and Rose Kephart in the Bronx, N.Y. and graduated from Cardinal Hayes High School. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corp and met his wife Shirley Eldridge while serving as an Embassy Guard at the U.S. Embassy in Bonn, West Germany. He then re-enlisted and retired from the United States Army after a total of 21 years of military service. Pete retired from a second career with the City of Columbia. Pete was foremost a Yankees fan, then a runner, square-dancer, gold prospector, avid reader, supporter of the arts, and volunteer for many years with the University of Missouri Concert Series.

Pete is survived by his wife; his daughter, Allison Drapeau (Michael Poehlman); his son, Matthew Kephart (Diane Williams); grandchildren, Kieren Drapeau, Ryland Drapeau, William Kephart and Laura Kephart; sister, Patricia Battiato (Anthony); and dear nieces and nephews.

Pete was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Charles Kephart; and sisters, Florence Roggemann and Constance Mulkeen.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Central Missouri Honor Flight (1400 Forum Blvd., Ste. 7A, Box 334, Columbia, MO 65203). Semper Fi.

Published Friday, October 18, 2019

Joyce Hunter Coday, 98, of Columbia, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at Columbia Manor Care.

A visitation with concluding prayers will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19 at Memorial Funeral Home. An additional visitation will take place from 1 to 2 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 21 at Holman-Howe Funeral Home in Hartville, with burial to follow in Steele Memorial Cemetery.

Joyce was born in Astoria on July 30, 1921, the daughter of James Henry Hunter and Ada Elizabeth Graven Hunter. She graduated from Hartville High School in 1939. On Sept. 9, 1944 in Seymour, she was united in marriage to Thomas Reed Coday, who preceded her in death. At the encouragement of her father, Joyce went to business school so she could help run the family store. Those same skills and dedication blessed the First Presbyterian Church of Columbia, where Joyce worked as the financial secretary for many years. Her ability with numbers helped her to remember all the birthdays and important dates in her family’s life. She loved her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She deeply cared for each one of them. She will be remembered by the grandchildren as being caring and funny.

Joyce is survived by her children, Suzanne Lippard of Columbia, Thomas Reed Coday, Jr. (Ione) of Federal Way, Wash., Roger Coday of Columbia and Carla Haggard of Lebanon; a sister, Wilda Cogdill of Springfield; nine grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; two sisters, Berniece Coday and June Speight; and three brothers, Darrell Hunter, Donald Hunter and Laverne Hunter.

Online condolences may be shared at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, November 3, 2019

Lois T. King, 86, of Leawood passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2019.

A celebration of life for Ed and Lois will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, at Orr Street Studios in Columbia. She was preceded in death by Edward on Oct. 11, 2016.

Lois was born Sept.16, 1933, in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Lois received an arts diploma from Stephens College in 1953 and a bachelor’s degree from The Johns Hopkins University. She was a member of Zeta Mu Alpha sorority. Lois was married Nov. 24, 1954. Lois and Ed lived in Brooklyn, N.Y., and Baltimore, Md. before moving to Columbia in 1969.

In addition to motherhood, Lois pursued a variety of careers, bridal consultant at Buchroeders Jewelers, real estate sales with Griffin Real Estate Agency, teacher at Schraeder Institute of Early Learning, substitute with Columbia Public Schools, advocate with Parents as Teachers and several appearances in local television ads for Columbia businesses. The latter was an extension of her participation in community theater.

After retirement, Lois and Ed spent many years in Albuquerque, N.M., before returning to the Midwest in 2015.

She is survived by children, Ed King, Stuart King, Molly Hornback and Charlie King; grandchildren, Julie Dworski, Elizabeth King, Charly Raines, Catherine Hornback and Audrey King; and great-granddaughter Della Dworski.

Published Sunday, October 27, 2019

Billy Joe Nichols, 93, of Columbia, passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2019 at Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Tracy Cook officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery with full military honors.

Billy was born on Oct. 26, 1925 in Columbia, the son of Abner Purl Nichols and Josephine Florence (Ficklin) Nichols who preceded him in death. He was married on Aug. 31, 1946 in Columbia to Delores Boehm who preceded him in death. BJ was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving during WWII.

After serving in the military, BJ worked for JE Hathman Construction Company as a Superintendent for 30 years. He then worked as a Superintendent for other companies until he started his own construction company, BJ Nichols Construction, until he retired in 1990. During this time, he worked on several local schools and universities, hospitals and other large commercial buildings leaving his mark throughout Boone County.

BJ was a member of the Carpenters Local 1925 for 72 years and a longtime member of the following organizations: Moolah Shriners, Grand Lodge A F & A M of Missouri, Acacia Lodge, 32° Scottish Rite of Freemasonary, Aleppo Grotto, VFW Post 280, American Legion Post 202, Aerie 2730 Fraternal Order Of Eagles, St. Graal Commentary No. 12 Knights Templar, Columbia Chapter No. 17 (Royal Arch Mason), Centralia Council No. 34 (Cryptic Mason), Ducks Unlimited and PT Boaters.

In his spare time, BJ loved going fishing, hunting and spending time at the Lake of the Ozarks with family and friends where he owned a lake cabin for 56 years.

Survivors include: four daughters, Billie Jean Tyler (Robert) of Ashland, Barbara Hague (Rick) of Columbia, Deborah Rice (Darrell) of Rocheport and Dorothea Perkins (Michael) of Columbia; one brother, Carl Nichols (Margaret) of Columbia; one sister-in-law, Doreen Nichols of Columbia; eight grandchildren, Andrea Rainwater, Dianna Looper, Rebecca Batsell, Richard Hague III, Derrick Rice, Kimberly Begemann, Adam Perkins and Andrew Perkins; 16 great-grandchildren, Austin Rainwater, Ashley Garrett, Danielle Looper, Tyler Looper, Waylen Looper, Rachel Batsell, Robyn Batsell, Grant Hague, Jaxon Rice, Whitney Rice, Blaine Begemann, Kendall Begemann, Hudson Perkins, Jace Perkins, Everly Perkins and Emerson Perkins; four great great-grandchildren, Kellam Garrett, Kylan Garrett, Aiden Peterson and Leighton Looper; and also, several nieces and nephews.

Also, preceding him in death were a brother, Jimmy C. Nichols Sr. and six sisters, Maureen Nichols, Agnes Nichols, Dorothy Hummel (Charlie), Mary Douglas (Garland), Wynonna King and Lois Noel (Jack).

In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to the Charity of Donor’s Choice, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65202

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Thursday, October 31, 2019

Elizabeth “Betsy” Lee Phillips, nee Roy, 76, passed away Friday, October 25, 2019.

A Celebration of Life will occur at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at Columbia Entertainment Company (CEC).

Betsy was raised in San Antonio, Texas and earned a master’s in library science from Texas Women’s University in Denton. She moved to Columbia following marriage, working at Stephens Library before starting a family. She was a valued community member, whether volunteering at Parkade Elementary School’s library, selling her handmade miniatures at craft shows, teaching Sunday School at Trinity Presbyterian Church or donating her talents to CEC. For many years, she ran the Jackie White National Playwriting Competition and was founder and president of the Theatre Society. She also taught Bridge classes through Adult Education and was a Weight Watchers leader. Betsy found joy in the arts, was an avid gardener, loved being with friends and took great pride in her children’s accomplishments.

Betsy is survived by her husband of 56 years, Thomas G. Phillips; her daughters, Laura Dillamon and Meg Phillips Crespy and their spouses; her son, Tom A. Phillips; her twin sister, Kathleen Murray; three grandsons and three step-grandsons. She will also be missed by extended family and many wonderful friends.

Memorial donations may be made to CEC (www.cectheatre.org/give-to-cec), the Alzheimer’s Association (www.act.alz.org) or a charity of the giver’s choice.

Arrangements are by Columbia Cremation Care Center.

Published Thursday, October 31, 2019

William Kenneth “Bill” Drummond, 91, of Columbia, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2019 at Boone Hospital Center.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 1 at Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 at Memorial Funeral Home. Entombment with Full Military Honors will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Following the services a reception will be held from noon to 2:30 p.m. at the Country Club of Missouri, 1300 Woodrail Avenue, Columbia. Enter through the main entrance.

Bill was born Oct. 31, 1927 in St. Louis, the son of William Foster Drummond and Irene Augusta Ballenger Drummond. The family moved to Chula and Bill graduated from Chillicothe High School in 1946. It was there that he met his wife Shirley. They were united in marriage on March 28, 1948 and were together for 70 years until the passing of Shirley in 2018. In 1946 after high school graduation Bill enlisted in the United States Navy. He served until 1948. He entered the Navy Reserves and served in the Korean War from 1951-1952.

Bill continued his education at Finlay Engineering College in Kansas City. He graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1951. Through the years Bill worked for Ford Motor Company and Natkin & Company, both in Kansas City. He later founded Drummond Mechanical Contractors in Columbia. Bill was a Mason and a Shriner. He was a member of the Optimist Club. He served on the board of Centerre Bank. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed golfing as a member of “The Wild Bunch” at the Country Club of Missouri.

Survivors include three children, Dana Meyer of Columbia, Linda Smith of Chesterfield and William “Steve” Drummond of Columbia; three grandchildren, Jason Meyer, Justin Meyer (Angela) and Sean Smith (Lizzy); and four great-grandchildren, Jackson Meyer, Layla Meyer, Eliza Meyer and Violet Meyer.

Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley; a brother, Donald Drummond; and one sister, Dorothy Drummond.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in care of the funeral home.

Online condolences may be made at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, November 3, 2019

Greg Dozier, 48, formerly of Columbia, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2019 in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Greg was born April 26, 1971 in Columbia to Mary Jo (Purdy) Dozier, who preceded him in death, and his father, Tee Dozier. Greg attended Rock Bridge Senior High School, and graduated from Columbia College in 1997.

Greg truly loved living in Little Rock, and it became his home. Greg had a nine-year successful career as a business analyst at USAble Life Insurance.

Along with the love for his dogs and being active in local dog rescue programs, he was also an avid runner. Greg completed four marathons and was a prominent member of the Little Rock fitness community.

Gregory is survived by his father, Tee Dozier of Columbia and his sister Kelli Dozier of Seattle, Wash.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Little Rock at a later date.

Published Friday, November 1, 2019

Dr. Alexander L. Pickard, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at home, with his wife Anne Marie.

Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10 at the Missouri United Methodist Church, followed by a reception.

Dr. Pickard’s legendary career at the University of Missouri began in 1961, when he arrived with his Julliard School of Music schoolmate and wife, Anne Marie. Starting as Assistant Band Director and Brass Instructor, he was named Director of Bands in 1966. Over the next two decades, he guided band members on a journey that raised the stature and notoriety of the “Big M of the Midwest.” Marching Mizzou students delighted fans with theatrical halftime performances, marching innovations like the famous “Flip-Tigers,” and new spirit groups like Mini Mizzou and the Golden Girls. During this period, he earned a Master of Arts Degree at the State University of Iowa, and a Doctor of Musical Arts degree at the University of Rochester’s Eastman School of Music.

In 1975, Dr. Pickard took Marching Mizzou to London, where they performed at the World Cup match between England and Germany in iconic Wembley stadium. A year later, the band first initiated the now famous MIZ-ZOU chant after their trip to the historic 22-21 football victory over Ohio State. In 1983, he became Assistant Chairman of the School of Music, retiring in 1995.

The “Good Doctor” was known to many as an adopted father who encouraged his students to “find a home” in the band.

Alex Pickard’s life touched thousands, and was not limited to his band family. He had a 36 year career with the Army National Guard of Missouri, rising to the rank of Command Sergeant Major. He was an active member of the Rotary Club of Columbia, Optimist Club and Missouri United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his wife, Anne Marie; his two children, Dr. Laura Pickard and Stewart Pickard; and four grandsons, Walter Meyer, Nathaniel Meyer, Andrew Pickard and Alexander Pickard.

In lieu of flowers, the family would like to memorialize his legacy with contributions to the Dr. Alexander Pickard School of Music Building Fund, or to his Marching Mizzou Student Scholarship Fund.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Sunday, November 3, 2019

Sally Ruth (Greenblatt) Anglin, 70, passed away in Brunswick, MO, on October 31, 2019, at the Brunswick Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center.

Funeral services will be held at the Baptist Church in Brunswick on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2019 at 12:30 p.m. Mark Schuchmann will officiate the service. Visitation will precede the service at the church on Wednesday from 11:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery in Columbia at 3:30 p.m.

She leaves behind her husband of 40 years, Gary Anglin; her brother, Richard (Rick) David Greenblatt; and her first cousins, Hugh Edward Stephenson III (Ted) and Ann Stephenson Cameron and husband Alexander Duncan Cameron, daughter Sarah Corinne Cameron and son Scott Edward Cameron; as well as numerous other relatives and friends who also mourn her passing.

Sally was born Aug. 27, 1949, in Philadelphia, PA, to the late Margaret (Stephenson) and Bernard Greenblatt. She was the proud niece of Dr. Hugh Edward Stephenson, Jr, MD, who helped found the University of Missouri School of Medicine, and his wife, Sally, and she deeply mourned their passing.

From Philadelphia, Sally moved first to Columbia, then to Brunswick in 1962 where her mother taught special education at Brunswick High School until 1977. Sally graduated from BHS in 1970 and met her husband-to-be, Gary Anglin, in 1976. They were married April 28, 1979, at the Brunswick Baptist Church.

Sally was a devoted Baptist and belonged to many of the church clubs and activities, including the WMU, Beacons Club, Awanis Club and Hope Club. In addition, she loved ball games and was a lifelong supporter of the BHS softball and basketball teams, as well as a vocal member of the Boosters Club. In fact, in 2000 Sally was given a “Biggest Fan Award” by the Boosters, complete with a standing ovation from the crowd.

Although she had some health issues throughout her life, nothing slowed Sally down. She worked for the ConAgra Frozen Foods in Marshall from 1978-2011, when she finally retired. After her mother moved to the east coast, Sally established her own housekeeping, fell in love and set up her own wedding celebration to a man she loved until the day she died.

Sally and husband Gary were also avid square-dancers from 1986-2017 when they had to quit due to her physical limitations. Until her left leg broke, beginning a downward spiral which led to her death, Sally was known throughout Brunswick for her evening walks and sweet disposition, during which time she visited with her many friends.

Sally never missed calling her relatives on their birthdays or calling them each and every holiday to say hi. Her stature wasn’t large, but she had the heart and soul of a giant. Sally’s friends and family will miss her life of friendship and inspiration.

Published Saturday, November 16, 2019

Paul Cornman Ritchie, 94, of Columbia passed away at his home on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 with family at his side.

Visitation will take place from 4 p.m.to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019 at Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral Service will take place at 2:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18, 2019 at the First Christian Church, Columbia, Mo. Burial with military honors will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Paul was born on April 3, 1925 in Cuba, Mo., the son of Lee Roy Ritchie and Della Elizabeth (Cornman) Ritchie.

Paul attended school in Cuba, graduating in the class of 1943. He volunteered to serve his country in the Army Air Corps. He became a B-24 pilot, airplane commander and flight officer. Upon returning from service, Paul was united in marriage to Virginia Theresa White who preceded him in death in 1996. Paul attended the University of Missouri where he earned a bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate in Education. Paul began his professional career teaching and coaching at Belle High School, Belle, Mo. In 1951, he returned to the University of Missouri to a 38-year career as a professor and chair of the Physical Education Department. He retired in 1989 as Professor Emeritus of Physical Education. For many years, he ran the clock for all the Mizzou football games and that earned him two free tickets which his children fought over.

Paul served as chairman of the Boone County Citizens Committee for Conservation and they passed a conservation sales tax. He was Elder Emeritus at First Christian Church, Columbia. He was a member of the American Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance where he received numerous regional and national honors. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge of Cuba, Mo. and the Missouri Pilots Association.

Paul was a true outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, but more importantly he cared about the land, its use and protection. He cared about wildlife and protecting their habitat. He was a man of true integrity. He respected everyone he met.

In 1999 a long-time friendship turned to love when he was united in marriage to Patricia Davis Lawnick who survives. Other survivors include his children: Paula Ritchie and husband Tom Hackley, Tony Ritchie and fiancée Tena Groves, Patty Ritchie and husband Brian Nodine and Steve Lawnick; grandchildren: Lauren Spann and husband Shawn and Logan Ritchie; one sister: Mary Stubblefield and husband Jack; one sister-in-law: Shirley Ritchie; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Virginia; a son: John Michael Ritchie; one grandson: Aaron John Ritchie; one sister Dorothy Wilkinson; and two brothers, John Ritchie and Claude Ritchie.

Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church, Columbia, Mo.

Online condolences may be shared at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, November 24, 2019

Don Eugene Branaum, 72, of Columbia, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 29, 2019 at Memorial Funeral Home. Reception will follow until 5 p.m. at the funeral home.

Don was born on July 25, 1947, in St. Joseph, the son of George Maurice Branaum and Ida Lucille (Aeschliman) Branaum who preceded him in death. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Don was married on Aug. 24, 1969 in Chillicothe to Beverly Jennings.

Don worked as a sales rep and territory manager in the pharmaceutical industry for over 20 years. In retirement, he loved watching and refereeing soccer and helping with the Boy Scouts of America, but, most of all, he loved people and making them laugh.

Survivors include: his wife of 50 years, Beverly Branaum of the home; two children, Amy Livesay (Mark) of Missoula, MT and Andrew Branaum (Katie) of Ferndale, MI; one sister, Debbie Clark of Katy, TX; twin brother, Jon Branaum (Yon Mi) of Arlington, VA; four grandchildren, Elijah Livesay, Emory Livesay, Lauren Livesay and George Branaum; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by one sister, Pamela Lent.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Central Missouri Honor Flight or The Siddens Family GoFundMe (https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-siddens-family, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65202.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Tuesday, November 26, 2019

John Lloyd Jones, LTC Retired, age 78, of Columbia, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019, surrounded by his wife, Joyce (Cross) Jones, daughter Jennifer, granddaughters Megan and Sydney, grandson Jarett, and longtime friends, Carol and Bob Ritter.

Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27 at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Jacksonville with full military honors. Interment to follow.

John was born to Anna (LaPlant) and Raymond Jones on Aug. 9, 1941 in East Prairie, Mo. and grew up in St. Louis, where he graduated from Roosevelt High School in January, 1959.

After graduating from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1964, with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting, John enlisted in the Air Force. After basic training at Lackland AFB in Texas, he was stationed at Dover AFB in Delaware and then Dyess AFB in Abilene, Texas. While stationed in Abilene, John went to Officer Training School at Sheppard AFB in Wichita Falls, Texas, where he was awarded the rank of Second Lieutenant.

John and Joyce were married on May 13, 1967, and Joyce went with her new husband back to Abilene. As a second lieutenant, in August 1968, John was deployed to Ching Chuan Kang AFB in Taiwan during the Vietnam War. After he was honorably discharged, John went into the Air Force Reserves, serving at Richards-Gebaur AFB in Kansas City and Scott AFB in Belleville, Ill. In 1991, John served in Desert Storm, where he was stationed at Al Jubail AFB in Saudi Arabia. He retired from the military in December 1993, as a Lieutenant Colonel, after honorably serving in the military for 29 years.

John was an avid reader and enjoyed fishing, traveling, playing cards and spending time with family and friends. He was a longtime member of the Masons, Scottish Rite and the Military (Officers Association). He was also a lifelong fan of the Missouri Tigers and the St. Louis Cardinals.

John leaves behind his wife, Joyce, of 52 years; daughter, Jennifer (Brian) Lamons of Holts Summit; son, John Jones II of Denver, Colo.; granddaughters, Megan Klempke of Jefferson City, Sydney (Daniel) Pratt of New Bloomfield and Kaitlin Jones of Denver; grandson, Jarett Lamons of Holts Summit; and great-grandsons, Kaden and Levi Klempke; mother-in-law, Pauline McNeil of Columbia; sister-in-law, Brenda Herron (Charles) of Onley, Va., brother-in-law, Greg McNeil (Kay) of Columbia, brother-in-law, Allen McNeil (Sharon) of Whitehouse Station, N.J., plus several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition, he leaves behind his longtime dear friends Bob and Carol Ritter of Columbia, who were also great fishing and travel companions, as well as offering John and Joyce a great place for friendship, fun and great dinners.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, Scottish Rite of Columbia, or the Central Missouri Honor Flight.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, December 8, 2019

Charles H. Pease, 92, passed away Nov. 20, 2019 at the Neighborhoods after a long battle with cancer. By his side were his loving wife Freya and stepdaughter Libby Pearcy.

Visitation will be at 10 a.m. on Dec. 14 at the United Methodist Church. Funeral will be at 11 a.m. in the chapel with Rev. Fred Lister officiating. Reception will be after the funeral in the connector. Interment will be at a later date.

He was born Sept. 21, 1927 to Charles H. Pease Sr. and Mae Turner Pease in Cincinnati, Ohio. He retired after 33 years with Wells Fargo Investments. He attended the University of Indiana where he was a member of Alpha Tau Omega. He graduated from Drury College in Springfield, Mo. with a bachelor of science degree. Chuck loved the stock market, fishing, bowling, especially golf and his poker buddies. He was honorably discharged from the Armed Forces U.S. Navy in May, 1952.

He is survived by his wife Freya; daughter Judy Enderle of Rogers, Ark.; and five sons: Stephen (Susan), Mark, Geoffrey (Capi) of Columbia, Andrew (Pam) of Naples, Fla., James of Hannibal; 12 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; stepdaughters Lisa (Chuck) Schmitz of Kansas City, Laura (David) Brownfield and Libby (Brent) Pearcy of Columbia; and six step-grandchildren.

Preceding him in death were his wife of 52 years, Harriet Pease; and grandson, Jordan Pease. 

Published Sunday, November 24, 2019

Geneen Morgan, 82, of Columbia, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 22, 2019 at home surrounded by family.

Funeral Services will be held at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2019, officiated by Rev. David Frerichs. Family will receive friends at Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel from 4 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 26. Interment at Memorial Park Cemetery will follow the funeral service.

Geneen was born in Golden, Illinois on July 11, 1937, to Monroe and Lucille Cassens, who preceded her in death. On June 24, 1961 she married Perry Morgan in St. Louis. She graduated from Ritenour High School, St. Louis, and Carthage College, Carthage, Ill. Geneen received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Missouri-Columbia and retired as Director of Social Work at a local nursing home. A member of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, she was also very active in her daughters’ schools serving as PTA President and Room Mother. Geneen was on the boards of Meals on Wheels and Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS). She instilled the love of music and theatre in her daughters and grandchildren. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend.

Geneen is survived by her loving husband, Perry; their two daughters, Lisa Honz (Robert) and Michelle Morgan (Billy Fisher), all of St. Louis; and three grandchildren, Rachel Honz Rebischke (Sean), Lauren Honz and Kevin Honz.

Geneen was also preceded in death by her siblings, Bonnie Houston and Robert Cassens.

Memorial contributions may be made to LFCS, St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church or Meals on Wheels, c/o Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel, 1610 N. Garth Ave, Columbia MO 65202.

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

Published Sunday, December 1, 2019

Edwin Victor “VJ” Jacobs, age 90, passed away Friday, November 22, 2019 at his home in Columbia, after a long battle with cancer.

Visitation will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 9 at Memorial Funeral Home.

Victor was born in Ray County, the son of Victor D. and Reta Haley Jacobs. He attended Richmond schools. He earned a Bachelor of Science in agriculture from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1951 and a Master of Science in agricultural economics from the University of Illinois. He was awarded an NDEA fellowship and earned a Ph.D. in economics from Kansas State University. During his undergraduate years, he was President of the YMCA, and a member of several agricultural honors including Omicron Delta Kappa.

Nearly all of his working life was spent in the Federal and State Extensions services. He worked as a County Agent in Nodaway County and a Farm Advisor in Sparta, Illinois. At Kansas State he was leader of the Farm Advisor group for the state extension service. He returned to his home state of Missouri in 1965 to serve as a Farm Management Specialist. His special area of endeavor was the teaching and research of the economics of beef cattle and forage crop production.

He is survived by his wife, Beth Handley Jacobs of the home, and three children: Carrie McVay (Mitchell) of Council Bluffs, Iowa, William H. Jacobs (Sharon Glynn) of Denver, Colorado and Clayton D. Jacobs of Columbia. He is also survived by seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a sister, Dorothy Hillis of Iowa City, Iowa and numerous nieces and nephews.

Victor and the family owned and operated an Angus cattle farm south of Columbia for 47 years. (The daughter commented to his colleagues one day that he ran a three M Farm; dad’s mind, mother’s mouth and the kid’s muscles.) There were many happy times with his family on the farm. Victor was an accomplished trombonist and played in many dance bands to earn money for his first degree, and continued to play until the last few years of his life. He shared both his intellect and talent with others. He will be greatly missed but he can rest in peace knowing that he led a long and productive life.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Salvation Army, or the Central Missouri Food Bank.

Online condolences may be shared at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Published Sunday, December 1, 2019

Leila “Cindy” Powell Curtis, of Columbia, passed away surrounded by her family, Saturday, November 23, 2019.

Please join the family for a “Celebration of Life” at 2:30 p.m. on Dec. 7 at United Methodist Church, 204 South 9th Street, Columbia, MO 65201.

Cindy was born on March 29, 1930 in Olton, Texas to George Emery and Helen Barnett Bohner. She grew up in the Olton area and graduated from Olton High School in 1947. She earned a B.A. degree from Wayland Baptist University in 1950 and a Master of Education from the University of Oklahoma in 1967. She taught school in Norman, Okla. for five years and at Blue Ridge Elementary in Columbia for 28 years. She retired in 1995. After retirement, she volunteered for Boone Hospital, Meals on Wheels and various church activities.

She was a member of the Missouri United Methodist Church and had been a member of Calvary Baptist Church for many years. She was a member of the Retired Teachers Association and Delta Kappa Gamma.

Cindy loved and enjoyed time with her family and many friends. She enjoyed music, traveling, sewing and reading. She felt blessed by doing things for other people and will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

She is survived by her sons, Alan Powell of Lindstrom, Minn. and Dan Powell of Highlandville; step-son, Steve Curtis of Columbia and step-daughter, Mary Curtis of Lawrence Kan.; as well as nine grandchildren; three step-grandsons; and 16 great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death are her parents; two brothers, George E. Bohner, Jr. and William H. Bohner; husbands, Ira C. Powell and Edgar E. Curtis; and two sons, Howard Powell and Steve Powell.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to American Lung Association, 55 W Wacker Dr. Ste. 1150, Chicago, IL 60601.

Arrangements are under the direction of Tyler M. Woods Funeral Director, 611 E. Capitol Ave. Jefferson City, Missouri 65101. (573) 636-2424.

Condolences may be made to the family at www.WoodsMemorialServices.com.

Published Friday, November 28, 2019

Harold Anderson, 79, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at Lenoir Woods. His wife Kathleen supported him through 39 years of battling Parkinson’s disease.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 29 in the Winwood neighborhood at Lenoir Woods, 3710 S Lenoir St. in Columbia, with visitation one hour before.

Harold was born in Holdrege, Nebraska on May 23, 1940 to Rev. Rudolph and Erma Anderson. Surviving are his wife Kathleen; son Michael (Stacey) Anderson of Germantown Hills, Illinois; daughter Glenna (Brian Gilomen) Anderson of Chicago, Illinois; and sister Naomi Anderson of Metamora, Illinois. Harold was preceded in death by his parents and sister Beverly Kesting of Omaha, Nebraska.

Harold taught science in several northern Iowa high schools and Iowa Central Community College, before earning a Ph.D. in Science Education from the University of Iowa. During his Ph.D. studies, Harold researched several summers in Oklahoma and Wyoming on a National Science Foundation grant. Harold taught Chemistry and Physics at Stephens College from 1970 until 1993, being twice selected for Outstanding Teacher in 1985 and 1991. He provided opportunities for his students by conducting research at the University of Missouri Research Reactor. Harold was elected a Fellow in the Missouri Academy of Science and served as treasurer for four years.

During retirement, Harold was an active member of the Midwest Woodworkers Association and enjoyed making tables, turning projects and gifts for family and friends. He also served as co-director of Columbia Audubon Society nature areas for 15 years. Harold accompanied Kathleen in travels around the U.S. and several foreign countries looking for unusual birds. Harold’s other passion was buying, selling and tinkering with lawn mowers and motorcycles. He attended Wilkes Boulevard United Methodist Church and Trinity Lutheran Churches in Columbia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Parkinson’s Foundation, Columbia Audubon Society or Lenoir Woods.

Published Sunday, December 1, 2019

Velma Juanice Pickens of Columbia passed away Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2019 at Boone Hospital Center after a brief illness. She was 88.

Visitation will take place at 1 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 2 at Memorial Funeral Home, with funeral services to follow at 2 p.m. There will be a private family burial afterwards at Memorial Cemetery.

Velma was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, James Pickens. She is survived by her daughter Martha (Barb Sonderman), her daughter Joanna, her son Greg and her granddaughter, Madeleine. She is also survived by her brother, L. Donald Thurman (La Donna), sisters-in-law Marjorie Kolman and Nell Holman, and several nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.

The family would like to thank the staff at Boone Hospital Center for providing extraordinary care to Velma in her final days.

Memorial donations are suggested to the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri, 2101 Vandiver Dr., Columbia, MO, 65202.

Published Tuesday, December 4, 2019

Lois Goettsche Meredith passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at Mill Creek Village Assisted Living in Columbia.

Visitation for Lois will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7 at the Memorial Funeral home in Columbia. The funeral service will follow at noon. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Central Missouri Food Bank.

Lois was born on Oct. 9, 1936 in Davenport, Iowa to Konrad Goettsche and Malinda Mangels Goettsche. When her mother passed away in 1938 and left her father with five children to raise, Lois lived with her aunt and uncle until her father remarried in 1941. She then moved back home with her family and started kindergarten.

In 1945, her family moved from the Davenport area to a farm in Davis County, Iowa. She and her siblings attended a one-room schoolhouse through the 8th grade and then went to high school in Moulton, Iowa. She graduated in 1954 as valedictorian of her class.

Following graduation from high school, Lois attended the American Institute of Business (AIB) in Des Moines, where she received a bachelor’s degree in secretarial science. While she was still a student, she was asked to fill in for her shorthand teacher who was moving away until they hired a replacement. She ended up teaching shorthand at AIB for nine months before marrying Gene Meredith, a former student. They were married on June 10, 1956 at the Methodist Church in Grinnell, Iowa.

They lived in the Grinnell area for 10 years where they were both employed at GTE’s Midwest Headquarters. In 1966, Gene was transferred to the GTE office in Columbia, and Columbia became their permanent home.

Lois worked for the Columbia Public Schools for 10 years and then moved to MFA Incorporated-the home office of the largest farm cooperative in Missouri- and was employed there for 24 ½ years as administrative assistant to Sr. VP of Corporate Operations and was also secretary-treasurer of the MFA Foundation. She took great pride in her shorthand and secretarial skills. She retired on Dec. 31, 2001. She was honored with these words: enthusiastic about life, her family, and her job; hard-working, prompt, dependable and loyal. A friend once said that Lois was fiercely loyal to the people she loved.

Gene and Lois have two children, and both are graduates of the University of Missouri.

Their daughter Joni was an elementary school teacher for 22 years and now is employed by a mechanical construction firm. Her husband Daniel is managing architect for the University of Missouri Healthcare system. They have three children: Katie, Nathan and Kristin; and two grand-daughters. They live on Daniel’s family farm east of Columbia.


Their son Greg is employed at State Farm Insurance. His wife Angela is also an elementary school teacher. They live in Jefferson City. Greg and Angela have four children: Meghan, Malinda, Marshall Blake, and Morgan; and two grandchildren.

Gene and Lois celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary on June 10, 2013.

Gene passed away on Aug. 29, 2013.

Lois was preceded in death by her parents; stepmother; her brother, Charles Goettsche; her sister, Caroline Archer; her brother, Roy Goettsche; and her husband, Gene.

Please visit www.MemorialFuneralHomeandCemetery.com/Columbia to leave condolences.

Published Sunday, December 1, 2019

Faye Walden, 94, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 28, 2019 at Andover Court Assisted Living in Kansas.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 5, at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West in Columbia,

Born on June 15, 1925, on a farm near Hallsville, she was the daughter of Estelle and Eunice Botner, and Kenneth (Scott) was her brother. Graduating from Hallsville High School in 1937, she left the farm and never looked back! She attended the University of Missouri to gain teaching skills and taught for two years.

Faye then moved to Columbia and met the love of her life, Lawrence (Larry) M. Walden, a Navy veteran who served during the end of WWII, and they married in 1949. She also worked as an executive assistant to a bank president for ten years, while Larry worked for 30 years as an electrician at the University of Missouri Medical Center. He passed in 1987.

They had one daughter, Mitzie (Hall) who lived in Wichita, Kan., and recently retired in North San Diego County, Calif.

Faye appreciated her house of 60 years and her beautiful cars that she enjoyed driving, but mostly she loved being a mom, grandmother and a wife. She is survived by her daughter Mitzie; her granddaughter Mariah Hall; and her son-in-law Garth Hall.

Please visit www.MemorialFuneralHome.com/columbia to leave condolences for Faye’s family.

Published Wednesday, December 18, 2019

James E. Davenport passed away Thursday, December 5, 2019 at the VA hospital in Columbia.

A visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 22, followed by a funeral service at 4 p.m., both at Memorial Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held Monday, Dec. 23 at Columbia Cemetery.

James was born in Mosley, Virginia on Sept. 7, 1924 to Alfred and Gertrude (Dudley) Davenport. He served in the Navy as a seaman First Class in WWII and survived 10 major battles at sea. He was the last known survivor of the 1,257 men that served on the USS Miami. James later attended the University of Miami and went on to become a senior underwriter for Shelter Insurance.

James married Nancy Forbis on Sept. 2, 1953 in Silver Spring, Maryland, and they went on to have two daughters together. Growing up, he enjoyed spending time with his five siblings, and as an adult he loved woodworking and carpentry, as well as playing cards and dominos. He also loved being outdoors and took joy in gardening, camping, canoeing and winning skeet shooting tournaments. James was an avid trout fisherman, and there were many times when he was the only person catching trout off of Whistlers Bridge at Bennett Springs.

James and Nancy loved square dancing and belonged to several clubs, including the Huffs and Puffs and the Star Reacher’s. He was a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and was the longest serving elected commissioner for the PWSD No. 9.

James lived a long and full life. He was well respected and loved by his family and community.

James is survived by his sister, June, who is 92 and lives out of state; daughters: Sherry Miller and husband Greg and Pamela Tillotson and husband Bill, all of Columbia; grandchildren: Robin Gray, Seth Miller, Megan Miller, JD Tillotson and Kristopher Tillotson; and great-grandchildren: Hunter, Dane and Evan Gray.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Nancy; parents; and brothers: Alfred, Ralph, Harrell and Hamlet.

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

Funeral Arrangements are under the care of Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W. Columbia, MO.

Please visit www.memorialfuneralhomecolumbia.com to leave condolences.

Published Tuesday, December 10, 2019

Jean Marie Reifschneider, of Columbia, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2019.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at Fairview United Methodist Church, 3200 Chapel Hill Road, Columbia.

Jean was born in New Rockford, North Dakota on Feb. 25, 1933. She met her husband of 56 years, Robert Henry Reifschneider, her first day at Jamestown College in Jamestown, North Dakota. Jean and Bob moved to Columbia in 1965 with their children Tom and Laura. Jean worked as a registered nurse on the children’s ward of Mid-Missouri Mental Health Center and then, for many years, cared for veterans in need at the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital. She was a member of the Fairview United Methodist Church for 54 years.

Her son Tom, husband Bob, and identical twin Joan predeceased her in 2010.

Arrangements are under the care of Memorial Funeral Home and Cemetery.

Published Tuesday, December 10, 2019
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Rolland Eugene Hopwood, 84, of Jefferson City, formerly of Loveland, Colorado, died Friday, December 6, 2019, at his residence. He was born on September 3, 1935, in Fullerton, Nebraska, the son of the late Ernest Glenn and Marguarite Louise Wolters Hopwood. He was married on June 23, 1957, in Central City, Nebraska, to Margaret Ann Bannister who survives at the home.

Mr. Hopwood was a 1954 graduate of Fullerton (Nebraska) High School and a 1959 graduate of the University of Nebraska where he received a Bachelor of Science degree. A U.S. Army veteran, he retired in September, 1998, as Director of Public Affairs for the South Region of G.T.E. (now Verizon) where he was employed for 40 years.

Mr. Hopwood was a member of First United Methodist Church and its Helping Hands group. He was a past president of the Rotary Club of Columbia Northwest, the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, and the Administrative Management Society. He was a 50-year member of Twilight Lodge No. 114, Ancient Free & Accepted Masons and a 32-degree member of Scottish Rite Bodies. He enjoyed Golf, reading, and home and yard-work. Mr. Hopwood was a patient and liaison volunteer for 10 years with the Medical Center of the Rockies.

Other survivors include two sons, Mitchell Hopwood, Indianapolis, Indiana; and Mark (Caryn) Hopwood, Ashland, Missouri; three grandchildren, Brandon (Alexa) Hopwood, Chicago, Illinois; Zackary Hopwood, Chicago, Illinois; and Grant Hopwood, Ashland, Missouri; and three siblings, Ruth Hagman, Broken Bow, Nebraska; Glenn (Phyllis) Hopwood, Palmer, Nebraska; and Patty Wilhelmi, Grand Island, Nebraska.

He was preceded in death by two brothers-in-law, George Hagman and Ralph Wilhelmi. Private family services will be held at a later date.

Memorials are suggested to First United Methodist Church, 201 Monroe Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101. Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
Published Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Thoen Hong, 82, of Columbia, passed away Thursday, December 12, 2019 at University Hospital.

Visitation will take place from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Dec. 21 at Memorial Funeral Home, with funeral prayers beginning at noon. Following the service there will be a procession to East Lawn Cemetery, 2135 E. Liberty St., Mexico, Missouri.

Thoen was born on July 8, 1937 in Cambodia, the daughter of Som Hong and Loah Hong.

Thoen is survived by her children: Yen Keo, Keo Yeoun, Keo Yee, Yean Hong, Yom Hong and Chann Hong; 12 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

Online condolences may be made at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.
Published Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Dr. Louis A. Corwin, Jr. passed away Friday, December 13, 2019.

Rosary begins at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at Sacred Heart Church in Columbia, followed by Mass of the Resurrection at 11:11 a.m. (if you knew Lou, you know the significance of elevendy-eleven). Lunch will be served after mass.

Beloved patriarch and Chief Fun Instigator of the Corwin family, Lou was born Nov. 1, 1926 in Queens, New York to Margaret Mahoney and Dr. Louis A. Corwin, Sr. Lou attended Chaminade High School and Cornell University. He graduated from Colorado State University (Ft. Collins) where he earned his D.V.M. and Ph.D.

Lou met his sweetheart and partner in crime, Shirley O’Brien, in 1951 and they married in 1954. He is survived by Shirley and their nine lovely children, Peggy (Brian), Don (Sherry), Maureen (Jim), Nancy (Bill), Jim (Debbie), Mary (Steve), Tom (Sandy), Paul and Kathleen (Lou). Grandchildren include Patrick, Maureen, Katie, Rachel (Tim), Will, Meg, Jane, Connor, Joey and Danny. Surviving siblings include Paul and Jim.

Lou was a lifelong NY Giants fan and served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army during WWII, stationed in the Philippines. He was an esteemed and respected professor of radiology at the University of Missouri School of Veterinary Medicine for 29 years, and continued to work in the field for the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals until his death. He was also heavily involved in bone cancer research.

Lou knew how to win friends and influence people. He kept everyone at rapt attention and in endless laughter with his many entertaining stories of growing up in Long Island, his military service and countless other adventures.

Lou was an animal lover and donations are lovingly accepted by Second Chance, POB 10186, Columbia, Mo. or Columbia2ndChance.org, or Sacred Heart Parish, Columbia, Mo.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Friday, December 20, 2019

Amogene “Jeanie” Kretzschmar, 81, of Columbia, passed away at her home on Tuesday, December 17, 2019, having been blessed with one last beautiful snowfall to view from her window.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 28 at the Knob Noster Restoration Branch, 305 E. Bridge St. in Knob Noster, and at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 11 at the Columbia Restoration Branch, 3681 Mexico Gravel Rd. in Columbia.

Jeanie was born Sept. 29, 1938 in Magnolia, Iowa, and grew up in Osborne, Missouri. She married Mark Kretzschmar in 1960, and raised a family in Columbia. She is survived by her husband; her sister, Karen Fowler of Osborne; and her two children: Sheri Carmichael (spouse Chris) of Blue Springs and Mark Kretzschmar, Jr. (spouse Michelle) of Columbia. She is also survived by four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Jeanie worked for the Columbia Public Schools as a secretary at Two Mile Prairie Elementary, West Junior High and West Boulevard Elementary during her career.

As a capable pianist, Jeanie spent many Sunday mornings accompanying the singing of the great hymns of the saints during worship. She was known on occasion to play a rousing rendition of “This Old House,” but during her last months she found tremendous comfort in “Great Is Thy Faithfulness.”

Jeanie was immensely proud of her family, and leaves behind nothing but beautiful memories of encouragement, kindness and love to those around her.

The family requests donations to Compassus Hospice in lieu of sending flowers.

Parker-Millard Funeral Service & Crematory, 12 E. Ash, Columbia, MO 65203.

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

Published Wednesday, December 25, 2019

Kenneth Kavanaugh, 77, of Columbia, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 19, 2019.

Ken was born on Nov. 27, 1942 in St. Louis, the son of George and Myrna Bower Kavanaugh. On May 27, 1967 he married Charlene Ludwig in St. Louis. He was a member of St. Andrews Lutheran Church. Ken worked with his father, learning the business of working on pipe organs, and brought the business, George B. Kavanaugh Pipe Organ and Belfry Service, to Columbia in 1967.

Ken is survived by his wife, Charlene; children, Jennifer and Jeffrey both of Columbia; grandson, Kellen Kavanaugh; brother, George “Bill” Kavanaugh (Becky) of Kansas City and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Michael Kavanaugh.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Missouri United Methodist Church (Pipe Organ Fund), 204 S. 9th Street, Columbia, MO 65201.

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

Published Wednesday, December 25, 2019

William Dale Rainbolt, 91, passed away Sunday, December 22, 2019 at his home in Columbia.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 27 at Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel, officiated by Pastor Brad Williams. Family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until time for the service. Interment at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery, Jacksonville with Military Honors will follow the service.

He was born May 15, 1928 in West Eminence to W.H. Rainbolt and Maude (Stevenson) Rainbolt. He was a graduate of West Eminence High School and attended two years of college at Southwest Missouri State. He served in the Air Force for over three years as a Sergeant First Class and Crew Chief on a B29 Bomber. He retired from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

He leaves to mourn his passing his beloved wife Ruby (French); daughter Vicki; granddaughter Diana (Jay); grandson Drew (Margi); great-grandchildren Madison, Caitlin, Nicholas, Harrison and Matthew; along with other family and friends.

He was led to Christ by examples from his father-in-law, Sydney French, his wife Ruby and daughter Vicki. He served as a Deacon in his church at Westside Christian Church (now Forum Christian Church). Throughout his life he remained steadfast in his faith and praised his Lord. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Our loss is heaven’s gain.

William always said, “Send me flowers while I’m alive, not after I’m gone,” so to honor his request the family is asking that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

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

Published Friday, December 27, 2019

James Wesley “Jimmy” Dixon entered Heaven on Sunday, December 22, 2019 at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia.

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 30 at Red Top Church in Hallsville, with graveside service at Memorial Park Cemetery following.

Jimmy was born Dec. 16, 1967 to Richard and Sarah Dixon. He was a graduate of Rockbridge High School, class of 1986. He married the love of his life, Tina Anthony, on April 5, 1991.

He worked many years as a foreman at Watkins Roofing of Columbia. After 20 years on the roof, he became the regional Business Agent of The United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed cars, hunting, family and friends. He was a man of truth, who would stop on a dime to assist anyone in need. He was committed to his extended family of workers, and fought for their rights and wages. The Golden Rule was his motto to life.

Jimmy is survived by his wife Tina, of 28 years; three sons, Cory and Chase Tenholder and James R. Dixon; seven grandchildren and three on the way; his sisters Margie Dixon, Barb Dexter-Dibben and Andi Myers; and his birth mother Karen Wilms.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and birth father Derby Spencer Harmon.

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

Published by Stith Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Gallatin MO

Phillip "Phil" Alan Tate, 73, lifelong resident of Gallatin, MO, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, December 22, 2019, in his home. Phil was born on March 21, 1946 to Hubert L. and Patricia M. (Drummond) Tate in St. Joseph, MO. He graduated from Gallatin High School in 1964, graduated from the University of Missouri with a degree in Business Administration, and was a member of Kappa Alpha Order. He was united in marriage to Nancy Cassity on March 29, 1969, at the Missouri United Methodist Church in Columbia, MO.

A longtime businessman in Gallatin, MO, Phil built and operated Tate Marine at Lake Viking and was later owner-operator of Tate Oil Company.

Phil was elected to six terms in the Missouri State Legislature, representing the 4th and 3rd Districts. At the request of Gov. Mel Carnahan, Phil next served as the Director of Business Expansion and Attraction for the MO Department of Economic Development. Upon retirement from state service, he returned to employment in a number of positions in North Missouri: as Director of Regional Economic Development in Kirksville, MO; as the Interim Director and Advisor to the North Central Missouri Development Alliance in Trenton, MO; and briefly as interim City Manager in Gallatin, MO.

Phil was a lifelong devoted member of the Gallatin United Methodist Church, where he provided leadership in many capacities. His commitment to local civic organizations included membership in the Gallatin Rotary Club (50 years), Gallatin’s Volunteer Fire Department, Gallatin Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC), Bright Futures Advisory Board, and others. Phil was also elected to the Gallatin City Council and the Gallatin R-V School Board.

Further examples of Phil’s commitment to public service would be: his selection as an alternate delegate for Jimmy Carter to the National Democratic Convention in 1980; his appointment by Gov. Ashcroft as a Democrat member of the MO House Redistricting Commission in 1980; board member of the Kansas City University of Medical and Biosciences; member of the Northwest Missouri Roundtable of Economic Developers; and board member of the Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri.

Phil Tate was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Steve Tate. Survivors include his wife, Nancy, of 50 years; his son, Aaron Tate (Loredana); his sister Pam (Kent) Palmer; nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Flowers are welcome or memorial contributions can be made to the Gallatin Rotary Club in care of the funeral home. Funeral service: Saturday, 11am, December 28, 2019, at the Gallatin United Methodist Church. Visitation: 5-7pm, Friday, December 27, at the church. Burial: Hillcrest Cemetery, Gallatin. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin. Online guestbook at www.stithfamilyfunerals.com.

Published Wednesday, January 1, 2020

Dell Keepers, 95, of Columbia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 28, 2019.

Friends will be received from 1 to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 5 at First Baptist Church with Funeral Services following. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please consider a contribution to FBC Keepers scholarship fund (for women in ministry) or the charity of your choice.

Dorothy Dell Clary was born on Aug. 12, 1924 in Paris, Tenn. Immediately after leaving Henry County for college, she dropped the name Dorothy and became Dell. She started her college experience in Chapel Hill, majoring in Theatre and Drama. Life circumstances led her to Columbia to attend Christian College. It was here that she met the love of her life George Keepers, who she married on June 8, 1945, after his service in WWII.

Dell was preceded in death by her parents, Dewey and Lily Pierce Moore Clary; her beloved George; baby Dewey; and twin sisters Marge and Muriel.

Survivors include her three children: George (Valerie) Keepers of Portland, Ore., Joe (Sharon) Keepers of Edison, N.J. and Patty (Larry) Cornell of Columbia; eight grandchildren: George (Liz) Keepers of Boise, Idaho, Miranda (Daniel) Thomas of Portland, Gordon Keepers of Portland, Joe Keepers (fiancé Becky) of Bloomfield, N.J., Ben (fiancé Brianna) Keepers of Chapel Hill, N.C., Tim (Kasey) Cornell of St. Louis, Patrick (Christina) Cornell of Atlanta, Ga. and Chris (Georgie) Cornell of Kansas City; and great-grandchildren: Frances, George, Diana, Dean, Marty and Lucy.

Dell was a very accomplished woman, first raising her children and then working as a reporter for the Tribune, ending her career as Director of Public Information at Stephens College.

Passionate about equal rights, she became very involved in community service. “I believe that all people were created equal and should be treated that way.” She didn’t just talk the talk, she walked the walk. Some of her accomplishments included starting the Laubach literacy program in Columbia, becoming the first female deacon to serve First Baptist and serving on many male dominated boards making decisions for a better Columbia, including the Columbia Redevelopment Board of Commissioners, providing affordable, low cost housing.

She lived a life of service, volunteering at many places, including The Child Development Center, where she served on the board, Loaves and Fishes and The Wardrobe.

Dell was an active member in her church and service organizations, including P.E.O. Chapter IT, her King Daughters Circle and the Assistance League.


Dell was also a sports fan. She especially liked going to Tiger women’s basketball games but also held season tickets for football and men’s basketball.

Dell has a pillow that says “I’d rather be traveling.” Since George died young she spent many years traveling with friends, old and new. She traveled to all but two continents.

I hope her last trip was her best. Well done Mom! Rest in God’s loving arms.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; 573-449-4153.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Wednesday, January 1, 2020

Joseph LoPiccolo, 76, of Columbia, passed away Sunday, December 29, 2019 at his home.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 6 in the Lenoir Woods Chapel, 3710 S Lenoir Street, Columbia.

Joe was born in Los Angeles, California and graduated from UCLA with a bachelor’s degree in psychology, where he was elected to the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. He received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut. He worked as a professor at the University of Oregon, the University of Houston, Stony Brook University and Texas A&M University before becoming chair of the Department of Psychological Sciences at the University of Missouri-Columbia. He continued as a faculty member after completing his service as department chair.

Throughout his academic career he served as a President of SSSS, received the Masters & Johnson award and the Alfred C. Kinsey award for his research, was a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and of SSSS, published numerous articles and several books and received a number of NIMH grants in his field of study. His hobbies included skiing, hiking, sporting clays, trap & skeet shooting and photography.

Dr. LoPiccolo retired from the University in May 2007 and continued to reside in Columbia with Professor Emeritus status. He is survived by his wife, Cathryn Pridal; his two sons Joe and Michael; sister Molly (Bill) White; aunt Rose Downey; a nephew Jeffrey White; a niece Jenny (Bruce) Edge; and grand-niece and grand-nephew Maggie and Rowan Edge.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lenoir Woods, attn: Ron Freiburghaus, 3710 S Lenoir Street, Columbia Mo. 64145.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; 573-449-4153.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com.

Published Friday, January 3, 2020

Dortha “Alene” (Ridge) Murphy passed away on Monday, December 30, 2019.

Services will be held at Davis Funeral Home, 506 Monroe Street, LaGrange on Sunday, Jan. 5 with visitation beginning at 1:30 pm., service at 3 pm., and graveside service to follow in Mark’s Cemetery, LaGrange.

Alene was born on Oct. 5, 1927 in Memphis, Missouri to Helen Olive Baker and Ira Ridge. She met the love of her life, Francis Eugene “Gene” Murphy, in LaGrange. Their 73-year marriage started on Oct. 11, 1944, the day before he left for World War II with the Navy. During his absence their only child, Alan Wayne Murphy, was born. Upon Gene’s return, he soon began a career managing grain elevators which led them first to Lewistown. During that time she commuted to Quincy, Illinois and worked in a Motorola plant. His work took them to all four corners of Missouri, living in LaGrange, Lewistown, Columbia, Brunswick, Dexter, Fayette, Richmond, and finally retirement in Sedalia.

While in these various locations, Alene held jobs in a doctor’s office, an insurance company, and her favorite was while working for the Recorder of Deeds in Columbia. Her early passion for music led to many hours practicing piano and in her early forties she took up oil painting. The family has many of her pieces to treasure and display. Probably because of her love of history, she energetically pursued the family’s genealogy, tirelessly researching and meticulously cataloging the Murphy and Ridge lines. She and Gene both had a passion for travel and she often reported a tally of 38 countries visited and 19 islands!! As much as she was able, she was a faithful volunteer at their church, especially Wesley United Methodist in Sedalia. They lived in Sedalia until Gene’s death in 2018.

Alene is survived by son, Alan W. Murphy (Lauri) of Columbia; her four grandsons: Scott Murphy (Jen Hogan) of New York City, Kevin Murphy (Jennifer Neenan) of Overland Park, Kansas, Ron Hudson of Columbia and Tyler Hudson (Erica Wright) of Sanford, Maine; and eight great-grandchildren: Simone, Lux and Duke Hogan-Murphy, Trevor and Collin Murphy, and Ava, Kai and Zoe Hudson.

Alene was preceded in death by her parents; sister Bernice; brother Warren; daughter-in-law Marcia Murphy; stepfather Matthew Medberry; as well as numerous extended-family members.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: Ray-Carroll Grain Growers Scholarship Fund for local students to attend college in Missouri; PO Box 158, Richmond, MO 64085.                           
   
     
       
 










































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