Joan Adamson, the daughter of Emert Molton and Alsie S. (Howe) Murphy, was born August 3, 1934, in St. Joseph, Missouri. She attended Benton High School, in St. Joseph, graduating in 1952. 

On April 10, 1964, Joan was united in marriage to William J. Adamson in Mound City, Missouri. They made their home in St. Joseph and became the parents of three daughters, Susan, Paula, and Joy. Bill passed away July 3, 1991. 

While in St. Joseph, Joan was employed as a secretary at the St. Joseph Stockyards. In 1971, they moved to Rock Port, Missouri, where she was employed as the secretary to the elementary principal, retiring in 1996. After retirement, Joan moved to Kansas City, Missouri, to be closer to her daughters. 

Joan enjoyed working in her yard and flower gardens. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and was blessed to spend the last 22 years together with her family. Joan passed away Sunday, June 9, 2019, at St. Luke’s Hospice House, Kansas City, at the age of 84. 

In addition to her parents, Joan was preceded in death by sister, Thelma Scheel.  Survivors include three daughters, Susan Stephens and husband, Randy, and Paula Brandon, all of Kansas City, and Joy Johnston and husband, Russell, Pleasant Valley, Missouri; seven granddaughters, JoAnna, Chelsea, Amanda, Courtney, Mallory, Katelyn and Jennifer; eight great-grandchildren, Liam, Amelia, Noah, Wyatt, Audrey, Hayden, Keaton and Ethan; and one niece, Cindy Matthes. 

Graveside Service and Interment:  11:45 A.M., Saturday, June 15, 2019, Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Fairfax, Missouri.

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock 

Roberta Anderson, the daughter of Robert and Maxine (Dunkle) Bargman, was born May 21, 1938, in Westboro, Missouri.  She attended Westboro High School, graduating in 1956.  Roberta also attended business school in Des Moines, Iowa. 

In 1958, Roberta was united in marriage to Ralph Goodman.  They became the parents of one son, Roger Alan.  They later divorced.  In 1962, Roberta was united in marriage to Don Hanlin.  They became the parents of one daughter, Nanette Luellen.  They later divorced.  They made their home in the Tarkio, Missouri area until 1968, when they moved to Sidney, Iowa.  In 1971, they moved to Glenwood, Iowa, and then to Omaha, Nebraska, in 1978, where Roberta lived to the present time. 

Roberta was employed as a secretary for Northern Natural Gas Company in Sidney.  While in Glenwood, she was employed at the state hospital and then worked various secretarial jobs in the Omaha area.  Roberta was also employed as a secretary for the South Omaha Legion Post and published their newsletters. 

Roberta was a former member of the American Business Women’s Association and could type 110 words per minute.  She loved spending time with her dogs.  Roberta passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2019, at her home in Omaha, at the age of 80. 

In addition to her parents, Roberta was preceded in death by brother, Bill Bargman, and nephew, Mark Douglas Bargman.  Survivors include son, Roger Alan Goodman and wife, Cindy, Rock Port, Missouri; daughter, Nanette Luellen Williams and her husband, Jack, Omaha; two grandchildren, Quinn Myles Goodman, Ashland, Oregon, and Tyler Williams, Omaha; one great-granddaughter, Abagail Goodman; sister-in-law, Carol Bargman, Lee’s Summit, Missouri; uncle, Glenn Bargman, St. Joseph, Missouri; nephew, Scott Bargman, Smithville, Missouri; two nieces, Tracy (Kent) Battmer, Kansas City, Missouri, and Tricia Bargman, Lee’s Summit, Missouri. 

Celebration of Life Family Visitation:  10:00-11:00 A.M., Friday, June 21, 2019, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Missouri, where friends will have the opportunity to share memories.

Private family inurnment at a later date.

Lucretia Kay Baucom, the daughter of Paul and Karen Lester and Sharon Kay Fahsler,  was born June 29, 1962 in Fairfax, Missouri.  She graduated from Tarkio High School, Tarkio, Missouri, in 1980, then attended Tarkio College for over 3 years.  In 1990 she graduated from the Iowa Western School of Cosmetology and in 1991 with an LPN diploma also from Iowa Western.

 In 1996 Kay was united in marriage to Jim Baucom in Shenandoah, Iowa. They divorced in 2003.

 At the early age of 9 Kay worked on Grandma Carole’s bean crew.  At age 16 she began volunteering as a “Candy Striper” at Fairfax Community Hospital. In High school she worked at the D&G Restaurant as a waitress. Her numerous other jobs include, CNA at Pleasant View Nursing Home, Rock Port and various nursing homes in Iowa.  Missouri Beef Packers, Rock Port, and Pizza Hut, Tarkio. Kay helped build grain bins with Golden Grain, a bartender at Peppermint Lounge, and as a nurse at The Shenandoah Memorial Hospital, Shenandoah, Iowa and The Nodaway Nursing Home, Maryville, Missouri, retiring in 2007. Kay passed away Friday, November 8, 2019, at her home in Tarkio, at the age of 57.

Kay was a member of the First Baptist Church, Tarkio, and the Tarkio American Legion Auxilliary.

Kay was preceded in death by her grandmother, Lucretia Carole Lester; mother, Sharon Kay Hines, and Aunt, Helen Gracie Graham.  Survivors include, children, Andrew Lester, Arkansas, Annie (Gabe Poptanycz) Lester, Missouri, Nick (Amber) Lester, California; three grandchildren, Treyvin, Makenna and Ethan Lester; two step-grandchildren, Kaydin Vogler and McKynna Nicholas; father, Paul (Karen) Lester, Tarkio; siblings, John (Julie) Lester, Tarkio, Duane (Sara) Lester, Tarkio, Matt (Alyssa) Lester, Virginia, Ron (Trudy) Baker, Fairfax; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

 Memorial Service: 11:00 a.m., Thursday, November 14, 2019, First Baptist Church, Tarkio.

Private family inurnment at later date.

Hazel Marie Beasing, the daughter of William and Greta Belle (Muntz) Leseberg, was born March 5, 1923 in Langdon, Missouri.  She attended Rock Port schools. 

On November 1, 1941, Hazel was united in marriage to Donald Harold Beasing in Nebraska City, Nebraska.  They became the parents of three sons, Harold, Robert, and Reed.  Donald passed away in 1965.  Hazel raised her three boys and was a wonderful homemaker who diligently put her families’ needs before her own while providing a caring and spotless home. Hazel was a loving mother, grandmother, aunt and friend to many, and was a member of the Rock Port Baptist Church. She was an avid Kansas City Royals fan and loved watching birds and enjoyed beautiful flowers, as well as visiting with her friends and family.   Hazel passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019 at Pleasant View Nursing Home, Rock Port, at the age of 96 years. 

Besides her parents and husband, Hazel was preceded in death by her son, Harold Beasing; grandson, Kerry Beasing; siblings, Marvin Leseberg, Louis Leseberg, Esther Welch and Betty Sly.  Survivors include sons, Bob (Eliza) Beasing, Reed Beasing, daughter-in-law, Edith Beasing, all of Rock Port, grandchildren, Marla  Beasing Hampe, Kylie Beasing and Rex Husted; five great grandchildren, Kerry Jade, Brooke, and Ava Hampe, Rex Husted, and Sheyenne (Timmy) Sinclair; two great great grandchildren, Ella and Felicity. 

Graveside Service and Interment: 2:00 p.m., Monday, October 21, 2019, Greenhill Cemetery, Rock Port. 

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port, Mo

Roger Lee Bess, the son of Charles and Audra (Holmes) Bess was born November 13, 1945 in Coldwater, Missouri.  He graduated from Westboro High School, Westboro, Missouri in 1964. 

On March 28, 1964 he was united in marriage to Vanita Lynn Herrick at the Westboro United Methodist Church.  They made their home in Blanchard, Iowa and Westboro and became the parents of four children; Robyn Lynn, Ronda Lea, Renee Linette and Roger “Kent”. 

Roger owned and operated State Line Oil, a Skelly gas station in Blanchard.  He later sold the station and purchased a home and farm west of Westboro, where he lived to the present time.  Roger loved farming and raising cattle.  He also owned and operated Bess Grain and Trucking in Westboro until the mid-1990’s. He retired in 2014.  Roger passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2019, at his home in Westboro at the age of 73. 

Roger excelled at baseball and had an opportunity to play minor league ball.  He loved listening to St. Louis Cardinal’s baseball games.  He also enjoyed slow and fast pitch softball, hunting and vacationing with family.  He was a member of the Elks Club, Shenandoah, Iowa and a former member of the Blanchard Methodist Church. 

Beside his parents, Roger was preceded in death by two children, Robyn and Kent Bess; brother, Doug Bess and half-brother, Fred Jackson.  Survivors include, ex-wife and friend, Lynn Bess, Maryville, Missouri; daughters, Ronda (Mike) Farnan, Clearmont, Missouri and Renee (Bruce) Sanders, Elmo, Missouri; five grandchildren, Meghan, Trevor, Treyton, Travis and Blake; seven great-grandchildren, “Lil” Trevor, Adriana, Ariana, Maximus, Briseis, Adeline and Angel; half-brother, Darrell Jackson, Springfield, Missouri and half-sister, Penny Lower, Lake Ozark, Missouri; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

There will be no memorial services or visitation.

Private Family Inurnment at a later date at Blanchard Cemetery.

Cremation arrangements Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Herbert Carnes, Jr., the son of Herbert Carnes, Sr. and Cleoria (DeuPree) Carnes was born November 15, 1926 in Greenwood, Nebraska.  He attended the Malcolm, Nebraska schools. Herb was then employed driving a truck over the road, hauling milk, beer and other commodities. On September 7, 1950 Herb entered the United States Army.  He served his country during the Korean War, receiving his honorable discharge on September 9, 1952. 

On April 3, 1953 Herb was united in marriage to Joye L. Jones, in Lincoln, Nebraska.  They made their home in Raymond, Nebraska and began farming with his father at what is now the Branched Oak Lake near Raymond.  The Army Corp of Engineers built the lake forcing their move to Westboro, Missouri in 1966.  The farm they purchased is where Herb currently resided. 

Herb devoted his life to farming. From dawn to dusk, he spent time milking Jersey cows, raising Angus beef cattle and chickens, and digging potatoes in his garden.  He retired in 1993.  In later years he enjoyed front porch conversation with friends.  Herb passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at Community Hospital – Fairfax, Missouri, at the age of 92. 

Besides his parents and wife, Joye, Herb was preceded in death by seven siblings.  Survivors include his daughter, Sonia (Jon) Willers, Northboro, Iowa; grandchildren, Jordan (Maj. Jon) Hoefing, Meridian, Idaho, Taylor (Gabe) Stevenson, Shenandoah, Iowa,  Lt. National Guard, Cord (Kellie) Willers, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Madison (Jarek) Charvat, Omaha, Nebraska; great grandchildren, Brody and Conway Hoefing, Kroix and Everlee Stevenson; sisters, Cleoria Heidtbrink, Malcolm, Nebraska, Nancy Obermier, York, Nebraska; sister-in-law, Wanetta (Kenneth) Puryear, Springdale, Arkansas; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Friends are encouraged to stop by Herb’s house for a sandwich and front porch conversation.

Graveside Service and Interment:2:30 PM, Friday, June 14, 2019, Walden Grove Cemetery, Westboro.

Services: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Mo

William Ray (Bill) Clark was born ‘at home’ at 0730, May 4, 1933, to Lona Ray and Louella Mabel (Sloan) Clark, second oldest in a family of six, on Ranch 5 which his dad and uncle worked and managed. Ranch 5 was located southeast of Tarkio, Missouri, in Atchison County, and owned by the Northwestern Insurance Company, which his father later purchased.  Bill attended Tarkio High School, Longview Community College and many USAF Technical Training Schools. 

On June 2, 1949, at approximately a quarter till 8 just after sun down, a tornado hit and completely destroyed the family home and all farm buildings.  Three days later, his younger sister died from injuries sustained in the tornado.  In March 1952, Bill enlisted in the United States Air Force. He was stationed for five weeks of boot camp at Lackland Air Force Base (AFB), in San Antonio, Texas.  On May 30, 1952, while on leave, Bill was united in marriage to Anna Davis at the Rock Port Baptist Church, Rock Port, Missouri.  They became the parents of three children, William Ray, Jr., Stuart Alan, and Robin Roxanne.  Following his graduation from boot camp, he was assigned to Headquarters 8AF, Carswell AFB, in Fort Worth, Texas.  His next assignments were the 42nd Bomb Wing, Limestone AFB, in Maine, followed by Army Engineer School, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and the 27th Aviation Squadron, Bergstrom AFB, Austin, Texas.  Within 10 days at Bergstrom, the squadron received orders to Korea where he served for 14 months.  Following the Korean assignment, he was assigned to the 414 Fighter (FTR) Wing, Oxnard, AFB, California, and Richards-Gebaur AFB (formerly Grandview AFB, Missouri). He served in three capacities at RGAFB: active duty, civil service, and Department of Defense contracting, totaling 42 years. 

During this time, Bill attended Longview Community College, York Institute of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Trane Technical School, Army Engineer School, Fort Belvoir, and many Air Force training classes.  He belonged to the Refrigeration Service Engineer’s Society (RSES) for 37 years and enjoyed serving many years as a judge for the Skills America competition in Kansas City, Missouri.  Before his retirement, he was considered as one of the best HVAC men in the Kansas City area. Bill passed away Saturday, May 18, 2019, at his home in Belton, Missouri, at the age of 86. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters, Margaret Alice Clark and Shirley Louella Carlisle; and brothers, Philip Roger Clark, Kent Marshall Clark, and Kim Douglas Clark. Survivors include his wife, Anna (Davis) Clark, Belton; sons, William Ray Clark, Jr., Harrisonville, Missouri and Stuart Alan Clark and wife, Leea, Peculiar, Missouri, and their son, William Ryan Clark and wife, Stephanie (grandson), and their daughter, Hadley Ryan Clark (great-granddaughter),  Sigonella Naval Station, Sicily, and their daughter, Kory Lillie and husband, David, (granddaughter), and their children, David Lillie III (great-grandson) and his son, David Lillie IV (great-great-grandson), and Danny Lillie (great-grandson), all of Tucson, Arizona;  daughter, Robin Roxanne Woodburn and husband, Leslie, Cleveland, Missouri, and their children, Justin Paul Woodburn, Cleveland, and Nathan Shawn Woodburn, Austin, Texas (grandsons), and Victoria Kay Woodburn, Cleveland (granddaughter); sisters-in-law, Roberta, Karen, and Judy Clark and brother-in-law, Howard Andrew Carlisle, all of Tarkio; and many nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service:  10:30 A.M., Wednesday, May 22, 2019, Raymore Christian Church, Raymore, Missouri

Interment:  4:00 P.M., Wednesday, Home Cemetery, Tarkio, Missouri

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Mo

Ardith J. Cook, the daughter of Everett and Ethel (Curry) Dawson, was born March 18, 1928 south of Rock Port, Missouri.  She graduated from Rock Port High School in 1946. 

On April 7, 1946, Ardith was united in marriage to Bill Cook in Hiawatha, Kansas. They became the parents of five sons; Dale, Stan, Keith, Keven and Rob.  Ardith was a stay at home mom, taking excellent care of her five sons, while the family moved because of Bill’s employment.  They made their home in Kansas City, Missouri, Cameron, Missouri, Rockwell City, Iowa, Le Mars, Iowa, Riverside, South Dakota, Glendale Arizona, and Mesa, Arizona.  In 2004, they returned to Rock Port, Bill passed away in 2006. Soon after his passing, Ardith moved to Norfolk, Nebraska to be closer to her sons. Ardith passed away Monday, October 21, 2019 at Heritage of Bel Air Nursing Home, Norfolk, NE at the age of 91. 

Besides her parents and husband, Bill, Ardith was preceded in death by two sisters, Orma Lee (Gene) Hunter and Monzelle (Paul) Cochran.  Survivors include, sons, Dale (Terry) Cook, Houston, TX, Stan (Denine) Cook, Lincoln, NE, Keith (Vicki) Cook, Maryville, MO, Keven (Ann) Cook, Huntsville, AL, Rob (Denise) Cook, Norfolk, NE; grandchildren, Jenna (Andre) Els, Maggie (Bryce) Dolan, Chris (Erin) Cook, Matt Cook, Candi Cook, Shawn Cook, Mindy Cook, Nicholas Cook, and great grandchildren, Morgan, Ellie, Averie, and Trystyn. 

Memorial Service: 11:00 a.m., Friday, October 25, 2019, Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Inurnment: English Grove Cemetery, Fairfax, Missouri.

Billie Dean Cooper, the son of Willie and Winnie (Oakman) Cooper, was born January 9, 1925 in Langdon, Missouri.  He attended school in Langdon and graduated from Nishnabotna High School.  B.D. enlisted in the United States Navy on December 3, 1943 and was stationed on Shoemaker Naval Base in California. 

B.D. was united in marriage to Winona Faye Harding on August 21, 1945 in Hiawatha, Kansas.  After receiving his honorable discharge on January 2, 1946, they made their home in St. Joseph, Missouri and became the parents of two sons, David and James Russell.  He attended Hillyard Technical School and earned his certification as a machinist and was employed by Walker Manufacturing Company.   B.D. returned to the Fairfax area to be a lifetime farmer.  In the late 1970’s he started NoWeMo Fine Swine, a farrow to finish hog operation.  B.D. was an avid sports fan, especially following his sons, grandkids, and great grandkids in all their activities.  He enjoyed watching the Kansas City Royals and playing cards with family and friends.  B. D. was a member of the First Lutheran Church, Rock Port. He passed away Monday, July 22, 2019, at Community Hospital – Fairfax at the age of 94. 

Besides his parents, B.D. was preceded in death by sister, Agnes Moulder.  Survivors include his wife, Winona, two sons, David (Pam) Cooper, and J.R. (Pete) Cooper, all of Fairfax; four grandchildren, Phillip Cooper, Magen (Tracy) Norcross, Donovan (Tracy) Cooper, Pepe (Jade) Wright; ten great grandchildren, Kolbe, Kilea and Kaden Cooper, Lauren Durkin, Boo and Brody Cooper, Britney, Blade, Bentley and Brett Wright. 

Interment: English Grove Cemetery, Fairfax.

Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port, Mo

Steven George Dallis, the son of Charles and Stella Meatkewicz was born on November 24, 1928 in New York City, New York.  He passed away Sunday, September 1, 2019 at Community Hospital – Fairfax, Fairfax, Missouri at the age of 90.    A private family inurnment will be held at a later date.

Services: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Mo

Richard Paul Deatz, third child of Lee Sutter and Lois (Bartholomew) Deatz was born in a house about two miles south of Rock Port, Missouri, on October 6, 1932.  He attended rural schools until the 8th grade when the family moved into town. He graduated from Rock Port High School in 1950.  Paul accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior and was baptized September 5, 1948.  He was a longstanding and faithful member of the Rock Port Baptist Church and ordained a deacon on May 2, 1976. 

Paul volunteered his service to the U.S. Army on January 3, 1953 and received an honorable discharge on January 5, 1955.  He completed basic training in Fort Bragg, North Carolina and was stationed with the 82nd Airborne Division as an office clerk. 

Paul was united in marriage to Geneva Clouse from Grant City, Missouri on June 3, 1955.  After a short move to California, they returned to Missouri and purchased the Vanoye Bartholomew farm 10 miles north of Rock Port and established their farming operation.  Three children were born to Paul and Geneva; Scott, LeAnn, and Darren.  Paul farmed his land and built 14 homes around the Rock Port area, including a new home for his family on the farm. He was very handy, fixing and building things, and was always willing to lend a helping hand with projects at church or in the neighborhood.  No matter what the tool, he knew how to get the job done.  He also loved gadgets and modifying things to be more functional and convenient.

Paul married Lois (Bryant) Clifton on January 14, 2001 and moved to Mound City.  He transferred his church membership to the Christian Fellowship Church.  Lois and Paul enjoyed traveling and gardening.  They made numerous trips to Branson, California and Hawaii.  They particularly enjoyed their cruise to Alaska and the Panama Canal.  They created some beautiful gardens, including one with a waterfall in their back yard.  Living in a different house and town created new opportunities for building projects and improvements, which gave him enjoyment, as he loved to help people.  He also continued to help Scott on the farm as long as his health allowed. Paul departed this life on September 13th, 2019 at the age of 86 years, 11 months and 7 days. 

Besides his parents and wife, Geneva, Paul was preceded in death by sisters and brothers-in-law, Beth (Bill) Carey, Bonnie (Delmas) Howell; niece, Kelly Russell; brothers-in-law, Rex Bryant, Tom (Maggie) Bryant, Jack Smith, and Dale Emberton; sisters-in-law, Leona (Marvin) Sheldon.  Survivors include wife, Lois Deatz, Mound City; children, Scott (Michelle) Deatz, Rock Port, LeAnn (Curtis) Mather, Lebanon, Missouri, Darren (Mandy Curtis) Deatz, Dardenne Prairie, Missouri, Mike (Shirley) Clifton, Tarkio, Missouri, Melinda (Mark) Dudeck, Oregon, Missouri, Matt (Debi) Clifton, Mound City; grandchildren, Miranda Deatz, Mercer Deatz, Justin Mather, Mitchell Mather, Cole Mather, Kyle Deatz, Cameron Deatz, Brent (Colleen) Clifton, Bryce (Stephanie) Clifton, Andrew (Megan) Dudeck, Ben Dudeck, Miles Clifton, Haylee (Adam) Summers; great-grandchildren, Murphy Clifton and Carter Summers; sister, Jane (Joe) Amthor, Atchison, Kansas; brother-in-law, Loren (Peggy) Clouse; brother-in-law, Gary Bryant; sisters-in-law, Pat Bryant, Norma Smith, Marcia Emberton, Sheril Lowman; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Memorial Service: 12:00 Noon, Monday, September 16, 2019, Christian Fellowship Church, Mound City.

Private Family Inurnment will be held at English Grove Cemetery, Fairfax, Missouri, at a later date.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port, Mo.

Barbara J. (Mills) Erwin, the daughter of Jess Harvey and Preshie Irene (Smith) Mills was born February 19, 1947 in Omak, Washington.  She attended Tarkio Missouri schools and later earned her GED. 

On June 11, 1964 she was united in marriage to Robert B. Erwin at the Tarkio Presbyterian Church.  They made their home in Rock Port, Missouri and became the parents of two sons, Donald and Jon.  In 1972, they moved to the Erwin family farm west of Fairfax, Missouri, where they lived to the present time. 

Barb was a bookkeeper for MFA Oil in Fairfax, and a cook at Youth Services International and Eaton Corporation, retiring in 2008.  But most of all she was a devoted wife, mom and grandma.  She was full of joy; always singing, dancing and laughing. She loved being outside; mowing, walking, gardening. She also enjoyed baking, especially Christmas cookies, and crocheting, reading and shopping with Diane.  Barbara passed away Friday, July 26, 2019, at St. Francis Hospital, Maryville, Missouri at the age of 72. 

Besides her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by nephew, David Joesting and brother, Jim Mills.  Survivors include, husband, Robert Erwin, Fairfax; sons, Donald (Jamie) Erwin, Kearney, Missouri, and Jon (Sheila) Erwin, Lee’s Summit, Missouri; grandchildren, Bethany (Fiancé, Chad Balke) Erwin, Jace Erwin and Thomas Erwin; brother, Harvey (Kyra) Mills, Tarkio; sister, Darlene (Kenny) Joesting, Rock Port; numerous nieces and nephews. 

Memorial Services: 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, July 30, 2019, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

A private family inurnment will be held at a later date at English Grove Cemetery, Fairfax.

Dale E. Faulkner, the son of Charles and Bertha (Smith) Faulkner was born February 13, 1937 in Fairfax, Missouri.  Dale graduated from Fairfax High School in 1955. 

On June 1, 1957, Dale was united in marriage to Lila Mae Walker at the United Methodist Church, Tarkio, Missouri.  They made their home in Tarkio and became the parents of two children; Doug and Stephenie.  Dale was employed by the Walnut Factory, Fairfax, helping design wooden products.  He was later employed by Super Chevrolet as the parts manager, Mayfield Pipeline, and became a partner at Livengood Accounting, all in Tarkio.  On March 24, 1986, Dale was appointed and subsequently elected the County Clerk for Atchison County Missouri, where he served more than 16 years retiring in 2002.  Dale passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at Crestview Home, Bethany, Missouri at the age of 82. 

Dale was a member of the Tarkio United Methodist Church, Fairfax Masonic Lodge #483 A.F. & A.M., Scottish Rite 32nd Degree Mason and Cast Member of the 8th Degree. Dale was past president of the Missouri Association of County Clerks, member of the Silver Hair Legislation, Area Agency on Aging Association, and the Tarkio Nutrition Center Board. 

Graveside Service and Inurnment: 10:30 a.m., Saturday, August 24, 2019, Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Services under the direction of Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

John C. Fisher, 1946-2019, Fairfax, Missouri 

John C. Fisher, 73, Fairfax, Missouri, formerly of Colorado, passed away January 27, 2019, at his home in Fairfax. 

The body has been cremated. 

Memorial Service:  1:00 P.M., Friday, June 7, 2019, Golden Gate Canyon State Park, 92 Crawford Gulch Rd, Golden, CO 80403

Private family inurnment at a later date.

Cremation Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Missouri

Linda G. Fries, the daughter of Jack Allen and Vyvyan (Madron) Martin, was born May 17, 1950, in Hamburg, Iowa.  Linda attended Watson schools, Watson, Missouri through 6th grade. She then graduated valedictorian from Rock Port High School, Rock Port, Missouri in 1968.  Linda earned a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas, graduating with honors in 1972.  Linda was a loyal supporter of the K-State alumni association and football program.  She loved the K-State Wildcats. 

On June 17, 1978, Linda was united in marriage to Dan Fries at the First Lutheran Church in Rock Port.  They became the parents of one son, Jack Marion, and made their home in Fairfax, Missouri.  Later, they built a home on their farm east of Fairfax where they lived to the present time. 

Linda worked for Morris Paints and Nebraska Furniture Mart, both in Omaha, Nebraska, and a bank in Council Bluffs, Iowa.  Linda returned home and was employed by the Bank of Atchison County until she and Dan had their son, Jack. She then decided to leave the bank so she could focus on raising her family and supporting her husband in the family farming and trucking business.  More recent, Linda worked with her brother Reed and sister-in-law Staci at their business, Watson Fireworks.  Linda always worked hard but family came first and she was the best mother and wife her family could imagine. 

Linda was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority in Fairfax, and a charter member of the Atchison County Memorial Building Foundation.  Linda passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at Pleasant View Nursing Home in Rock Port at the age of 69. 

Linda was preceded in death by her parents and numerous aunts and uncles.  Survivors include her husband, Dan Fries, Fairfax; son, Jack Marion Fries, Wichita, Kansas; brother, Reed Martin and wife, Staci, Watson, and their children, Montana and Brock; sister, JaNay Oestmann and husband, Jim, Auburn, Nebraska and their children, Meleia and Alexa; uncle, Harold (Bud) Martin, Watson. 

Family asks those attending to wear K-State purple in honor of Linda! 

Interment: Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Fairfax, Missouri

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Patricia J. “Trish” (Bradley) Hall, the daughter of Larry and Wilma (Stanford) Bradley, was born March 7, 1960, in Fairfax, Missouri.  Trish attended Craig High School, Craig, Missouri graduating in 1978. 

In 1988, Trish was united in marriage to Ted Hall in Oregon, Missouri.  They became the parents of one daughter, Heather.  They later divorced.  During the 1980’s Trish was employed at Pleasant View Nursing Home, Rock Port, where she became good friends with many of her co-workers.  Later she was employed by Vogel Popcorn, Hamburg, Iowa as a machine operator.  In the early 2000’s she was employed by Pella Windows, Shenandoah, Iowa until ill health forced her retirement in 2011.  Trish passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at Tarkio Rehabilitation and Healthcare, Tarkio, Missouri, at the age of 59. 

Besides her parents, Trish was preceded in death by brother, Leslie Bradley.  Survivors include her daughter, Heather Hall, Audubon, Iowa; siblings, Rhonda Hunziger, Tarkio, Ronald (Gayle) Bradley, Tarkio, Rick Bradley, Craig, Barbara (Myron) Jenkins, Auburn, Nebraska, Connie Bissell, Tarkio, Lorie (John Loghry) Bradley, Thurman, Iowa, Willie (Tylicia) Bradley, Tarkio; aunts, Geri (Steve) Duren, Rock Port, Diane Husing, Shubert, Nebraska and Mary Harbin, Rock Port; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

Graveside Memorial Service and Inurnment: 10:30 A.M., Monday, September 16, 2019, Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port, Missouri.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port, Mo

Lisa Ann Hamilton, the daughter of Alfred Joseph and June Elizabeth (Thompson) McGowan, was born March 21, 1966 in Omaha, Nebraska.  Lisa graduated from Tarkio High School, Tarkio, Missouri in 1984. 

In 1984, Lisa was united in marriage to Bill Hamilton.  They made their home in Fairfax, Missouri and became the parents of two children, Elizabeth and Michael.  They were later divorced.  In the mid 2000’s Lisa entered a relationship with Nick Minino and they became the parents of one daughter Abby.  Nick and Abby survive at the home in Rock Port, Missouri. 

Lisa was a hard worker who never missed a day.  During her lifetime, she was employed by Pleasant View Nursing Home, Rock Port, Tarkio Rehabilitation and Health Care, Tarkio, Con Agra, Hamburg, Iowa, and for 10 years was employed by Cargill Beef Plant in Nebraska City, Nebraska, where she was a Team Lead.  One of her toughest decisions was telling Cargill she could no longer work because of her health. 

Lisa enjoyed spending time with her children, specifically taking them to the Rock Port Pool and to Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo. 

Besides her parents, Lisa is preceded in death by one brother, Michael McGowan.  Survivors include, daughters, Elizabeth Hamilton, and Abigail Minino, both of Rock Port; son, Michael Hamilton, Tarkio; boyfriend of 16 years, Frank Nicholas Minino, Rock Port; four grandchildren, Gabriel and Tristan Struthers, Dakota Melton and Jessica Parsons; sisters, Michelle (William) McMahon, Clearwater, Florida and Dena (Richard) Thomason, Spring Hill, Florida. 

Cremation arrangements by Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Ruth Elaine Henning, the eldest of four children, was born in Martin, South Dakota on December 1, 1928 to Ralph and Edith (Thenell) Roberts. She graduated from Westboro High School, Westboro, Missouri, in 1946, and married Bill Henning in 1947. They had four children – Judy, Jerry, Jon and Julie. Ruth and Bill later divorced. 

Ruth went on to live in Brownsville, Texas, Clovis, New Mexico, and Yuma, Arizona, before returning to Tarkio in 2008. She was a woman of strong faith, was involved in her church, and enjoyed gardening, cooking and spending time with family and close friends. Ruth passed away October 13, 2019 at Community Hospital-Fairfax, Fairfax, Missouri at the age of 90. 

Besides her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by her brother, David Roberts. She is survived by her brother, Richard (Carolyn) Roberts of Mound City, Missouri and sister, Carol Ann Hartwell of Muskogee, Oklahoma; her daughters, Judy Carnahan of Tarkio, and Julie (Carlos) Moreno of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, her sons Jerry (Debra) Henning of Tarkio, and Jon (Irene) Henning of Westboro; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. 

Private Graveside Service and Interment to be held at Center Grove Cemetery, Westboro, Missouri.

Arrangements Davis Funeral Home, Tarrkio, Mo

Connie S. Horning, the daughter of Amos Maurice and Daisey (Cottrell) Foster, was born April 15, 1947, in Shenandoah, Iowa. She attended Shenandoah schools. 

In November of 1971, Connie was united in marriage to Richard Horning.  They became the parents of two daughters, Amy and Stephanie.  Richard passed away in 2015. 

For many years, Connie was employed as a cook at Trails End and Hen House in Rock Port, Missouri. In 1987, after Amy’s graduation, they moved to Lincoln, Nebraska.  In March 2018, Connie returned to Rock Port to be closer to Amy and her family. 

Connie was a member of the United Methodist Church in Rock Port.  She loved caring for children, especially her nieces and nephews, and was a foster parent for many years.  Connie passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2019, at Community Hospital-Fairfax, Fairfax, Missouri, at the age of 72. 

In addition to her parents and husband, Richard, Connie was preceded in death by sister, Jean Davison.  Survivors include two daughters, Amy Thomas, Rock Port, and Stephanie Little, Council Bluffs, Iowa; seven grandchildren, Brentlee (Darian) Thomas, Jordan Thomas, Ricci Young, Marcci (Alex) Crouse, Randi Little, Mori Little and A.J. Little; five great-grandchildren, Braylon and Elliott Thomas, Ryker Rowen, and Reighlyn Crouse; foster grandchildren, Megan Reynolds and Brittney Hein; sisters, Pat White and Rosalie McCarty; brother, Marion Glascow; stepsister, Connie Widger; stepbrothers, Randy and Dwayne Ward; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Graveside Memorial Service and Inurnment:  11:00 A.M., Saturday, June 22, 2019, Riverton Cemetery, Riverton, Iowa

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port, Mo

Emmett Doyle Hubbard, the son of Fred Wallace and Una Lee (Bolin) Hubbard was born April 16, 1941 in Gideon, Missouri. He attended school in Arkansas. 

In November 1967, Emmett was united in marriage to Linda Barth in King City, Missouri.  They became the parents of two children, Mike and Kelly.  They later divorced. 

Emmett was employed by Missouri Beef Packers, Rock Port, until its closing. He was then employed by Sprint Telecommunication, installing fiber optic cable in many parts of the world.  Retiring in 2003, Emmett returned to Rock Port and made his home at Fair Oaks Housing, until health issues forced his move to the Pleasant View Nursing Home. Emmett passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at Pleasant View Nursing Home, Rock Port at the age of 78. 

Emmett was a member of the Eagles Club, Arkansas.  Besides his parents, Emmett was preceded in death by four sisters and five brothers.  Survivors include son, Michael (Kathie) Hubbard, California, Missouri; daughter, Kelly (David) Furnas, Brownville, Nebraska; grandchildren, Carter, Caleb, Jacob and Grady; two great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews and many other dear friends who considered him “Grandpa”. 

A Private Memorial Service and Inurnment will be held at a later date.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port, Mo

Harold LeRoy Hurst, the son of Ernest Elvin and Laura Mae (Watkins) Hurst, was born January 17, 1939, in Hamburg, Iowa.  He attended Farragut, Iowa, Riverton, Iowa, Humbolt, Nebraska, and Fairview, Kansas, schools.  In 1952, Harold moved back to Hamburg, graduating from Hamburg High School in 1957. 

In 1955, Harold joined the Iowa National Guard in Shenandoah, Iowa, receiving his honorable discharge in 1958.  Later that same year, Harold entered the United States Navy and proudly served his country as a Quartermaster on the U.S.S. Hancock Aircraft Carrier, receiving his honorable discharge in 1962. 

Harold was employed in many capacities over the years, but he especially enjoyed working with the elderly as a cook at the nursing home in Sidney, Iowa, for 10 years and then managing the Sidney Nutrition Center, retiring in the mid 2000’s.  Harold loved collecting light houses.  Harold passed away Sunday, August 25, 2019 at Tarkio Rehabilitation Center, at the age of 80. 

In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by daughter-in-law, Cathy Hurst; grandson, Jimmy Diaz; brothers, Harvey and Glen Hurst; sisters, Lois Crecelius and Beulah Harris.  Survivors include sons, Bryan Hurst and wife, Debbie, Tarkio, Missouri, and Kevin Hurst, Fort Collins, Colorado, and his wife, Debbie Hurst, Rock Port, Missouri, and Shawn Hurst and wife, Glenda, Tarkio; four grandchildren, Laura, JoAnna (Tryston), Travis (Scott) and Amber; seven great-grandchildren, Noah, Lilly, Cameron, Leila, Jonas, Phaelynn and Trysta; sister, Hazel Cowles, Indianola, Iowa; friends, Cameron and Melissa Lekey and their children; four-legged companion, Wire; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Memorial Graveside Service and Inurnment: 10:00 AM, Friday, August 30, 2019, Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home,

Kevin Leroy Hurst, the son of Charles Leroy and Mildred Mae (Nelson) Hurst was born July 1, 1959 in Fairfax, Missouri.  Kevin graduated from Tarkio High School in 1977 and University of Missouri – Columbia, in 1981 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Economics and a member of the Alpha Gamma Sigma fraternity. 

On May 19, 1979, Kevin was united in marriage to Nancy McQuinn at the Baptist Church in Butler, Missouri. In 1981, they returned to Tarkio to participate in the Hurst Family Farming operation.  They become the parents of four sons, Charles Brooks, Don Brett, Dallas Kevin, and Taylor Cody.  Kevin was eager to utilize modern farming technology, such as no till, precision GPS nutrient application and planting, and specialty terraces.  His family raised cattle, corn and soybeans. Kevin passed away Monday, October 21, 2019, at Community Hospital – Fairfax, at the age of 60. 

Kevin was a member of the First Baptist Church where he served as a deacon, trustee and president of the church corporation. He was a past president of both the Atchison County Fair Board and the Missouri Corn Merchandising Council, and past board member of the Missouri Corn Growers Association.  He was currently serving on the Atchison County Soil and Water Board, and as president of the Tarkio Board of Public Works. In 1985, Kevin received the Missouri Farm Bureau Young Farmer and Rancher Award, in 2003, was named the Missouri State Fair Farm Family and in 2005, was recognized as the Tarkio Community Betterment Farm Family. Kevin had many hobbies; including golf, fishing, traveling, Cardinals baseball and Missouri Tigers Football. However, most important was spending time with his family. 

Kevin was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Don McQuinn and grandson, Elijah Murphy Rhett Hurst.  Survivors include his wife, Nancy Hurst, Tarkio; sons, Brooks (Amy) Hurst, Tarkio, Brett (Shelby) Hurst, Fairfax, Dallas Hurst, Tarkio, Taylor (Kameron) Hurst, Tarkio; six grandchildren, Finn, Tucker, Wendy, Landry, Jo, Elliott; parents, Charles and Mildred Hurst, Tarkio; mother-in-law, Janell McQuinn, Tarkio; brothers, Blake (Julie) Hurst and Brooks (Lydia) Hurst, all of Tarkio; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Funeral Service: 10:00 a.m., Saturday, October 26, 2019, First Baptist Church, Tarkio.

Interment: Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Mo

Wendell L. Johnson, the son of Harry Marshall and AnnaBelle (Stevens) Johnson was born December 13, 1948 in Elmo, Missouri.  Wendell graduated from Westboro High School, Westboro, Missouri in 1966.  He then graduated from Central Technical Institute where he studied electronics.

 On September 28, 1969 Wendell was united in marriage to Nina Morrison and they became the parents of Kristine, Kolette, Karen, and Kenneth. They later divorced.  On Aug 31, 1984, Wendell was united in marriage to Teri Alberti and they became the parents of one son, Cody. They later divorced.

 Wendell farmed with his dad as well as sold and repaired two-way radios out of his home.  He was a master gardener and sold his produce at five markets a week in Shenandoah, Clarinda, Tarkio, Fairfax and Rock Port. Wendell was very active in his community and a member of Westboro Lions Club, Westboro Volunteer Fire Department and Ambulance, Westboro School Board, Westboro United Methodist Church and the National Rifle Association.  He was devoted to his family and especially loved his grandchildren.  He enjoyed hunting and reloading any type of ammunition.  Wendell passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at Nebraska Medicine, Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 70.

 Besides his parents, Wendell was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Kristine, and son, Kenneth Johnson.  Survivors include his children; Kolette Johnson, Clarinda, Iowa, Karen (Jeff) Williams and Cody Johnson, all of Westboro; nine grandchildren, Taylor (Sierra) Hielen, Landry Hester, Adysen Hester, Kelsey (Jared) Price, Kaly (Jake) Wyatt, Keisha Williams, Keaton Williams, Savannah Johnson and Brady Johnson; four great-grandchildren, M.J. Madron, Jagger Price, Reagan Price and Jayla Niles; daughter-in-law, Jessica Baldwin; and numerous cousins.

 FUNERAL SERVICE: 10:30 a.m., Saturday, November 9, 2019, Westboro United Methodist Church.

INTERMENT: Center Grove Cemetery, Westboro.

Minter Funeral Chapel

Kenton Eugene Krusor of Winthrop, Iowa passed into the hands of the Lord on Saturday, September 14, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. 

Kenton was born January 21, 1941 in Rock Port, Missouri, the son of James Wesley Krusor and Mary Frances (Nauman) Krusor.  He is survived by his son, Blaine Krusor from Seattle, Washington; a sister, Nina Sue (Krusor) Heits, Mound City, MO; a sister-in-law, Sondra Davis of Nevada, MO and many nieces, nephews and friends. 

He graduated from Rock Port High School in 1959 and Tarkio College in 1963. He received his teaching degree and taught Science in Craig, MO; Nodaway Valley in Iowa; Roosevelt Roads NAS of the Antilles Consolidated School System, Puerto Rico where he met the love of his life, Rita. He then taught 30 years at East Buchanan Schools where he taught Physics, Chemistry and coached football and golf. He loved teaching students and sharing his love of the sciences.  After his retirement, he volunteered many hours keeping stats for the East Buchanan football team. 

Kenton married Rita Gehrs on December 30, 1967 in Springfield, MO. They lived and made their home in and around the Winthrop and Quasqueton, Iowa area for all of their 47 years of married life, both teaching at East Buchanan. 

He was a member of the Masons and Shrine.  He was also very active in the Church of Christ United in Winthrop singing in the choir, a member of “The Accidentals” quintet, and served on numerous committees and Administrative Board. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Rita; an infant son, Brian James Krusor and a brother, James Krusor. 

A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, September 19 at 11 a.m. at the Church of Christ United in Winthrop, Iowa.  Burial will be at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Buchanan County Animal Rescue, an organization of the givers choice, or to the discretion of the family

Lansdown, Linda L. Henry - Linda L. Lansdown, the daughter of Virgil Louie and Zelda Alith (Cody) Henry, was born November 30, 1946 in Mansfield, Missouri.  She attended Mansfield schools. 

On December 9, 1964, Linda was united in marriage to Robert R. Lansdown in Mansfield, where they made their home and became the parents of three sons, Robert L, Russell L. and Ronnie G.  In 1966 they moved to Rock Port, Missouri where Linda was employed at Pleasant View Nursing Home and Missouri Beef Packers.  In 1976 they returned to Mansfield where she was employed at Rocky Ridge Manor, a nursing care facility, as a nurse’s aide.  They returned to Rock Port in 2009 after retiring.  Linda passed away Saturday, July 27, 2019 at her home in Rock Port at the age of 72. 

Linda loved her grandchildren, they were everything to her. 

Besides her parents Linda was preceded in death by sister, JoAnn Garzey; brothers, Don Goss, Charles Goss and Darrell Henry; sisters-in-law, Carol Henry and May Henry.  Survivors include, husband Robert R. Lansdown; sons, Robert Lynn Lansdown, Russell Lee (Cheryl) Lansdown and Ronnie Gene (Tracy) Lansdown, all of Rock Port; grandchildren, Melinda, Josh, Taylor, Tyler, Tyra, Trentyn, Trinity, Tennyson, Andrew, Corey and Taylor; four great grandchildren; siblings, Robert (Sue) Henry, West Plains, Missouri, Jerry (Janice) Henry, Jack Henry and Ronnie (Carol Cantrell) Henry, all Mansfield, sister Barbara Davis, Oklahoma. 

There will be no memorial service, visitation or inurnment.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port, Mo

Patricia J. “Patty” Laur, the daughter of Walter and Lois (Wood) Gutsch, was born on January 29, 1925 near Westboro, Missouri. Patty grew up in the Westboro area and graduated from Westboro High School in 1944. 

On August 11, 1945, Patty married Charles Lee Broermann of Westboro, and they became the parents of one son, Larry.  Lee and Patty farmed in the Westboro area, but Patty was well known to farm families throughout Atchison County for her work at Rolf Fertilizer in Rock Port, where she tracked accounts and greeted customers. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church of Westboro where she especially enjoyed teaching children in bible school. Lee passed away in 1986. 

On December 28, 1996, Patty married George Laur (also a life-long member of the community), at St. John’s Lutheran Church. They made George’s home theirs for the next 22 years, enjoying family and community. Highlights included being members of the Westboro United Methodist Church, serving meals at Lord’s Acre Day, participating in the Relay for Life and working on Westboro community betterment projects. Patty enjoyed spending time cooking for family gatherings, working in her flower and vegetable gardens, and feeding the squirrels and birds, then watching them from the kitchen window. She passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at a Lincoln, Nebraska hospital at the age of 94. 

Besides her parents and husband, Lee, Patty was preceded in death by her sister, Mary Lou Holdridge. Survivors include her husband, George, Westboro; son, Larry (Lynn) Broermann, Omaha, Nebraska; grandchildren, Michael, Kimberly (Brenda), Jeremy (Aaron), Ryan (Dawn), Jamie (Aaron) all from Omaha; step children, Barbara (Mike Lux) Laur, Silver Spring, Maryland; Linda Laur, Houston, Texas; George, Jr. (Kathy) Laur, Holts Summit, Missouri; Dave (Suzan) Laur, Tarkio, Missouri; step grandchildren are James (Annie), Bryce (Lauren), Adam (Jordan), and Britney; eight great grandchildren; nephew, Robert Holdridge; and niece, Rowena Broermann.

Funeral Services:  11:00 A.M., Friday, August 9, 2019, St. John’s Lutheran Church, Westboro.

Interment: St. John’s Cemetery, Westboro.

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Mary R. (Heard) Lehman, the daughter of Bill and Donnitta (Moslander) Heard, was born July 19, 1965 in Iowa City, Iowa. She attended Tarkio, Missouri schools and graduated from Mt. Vernon, Indiana high school in 1984.

 On September 5, 1986, Mary was united in marriage to Hank W. Lehman at the Tarkio Church Of God. They became the parents of three children, Kathi, Krystal and Joshua and made their home in Red Oak, Iowa, Watson, Missouri, Tarkio and Shenandoah, Iowa. Mary was a stay at home mom most of her life, but in her younger years worked at Torrey Pines, Grandma Acres Daycare, and Wal-Mart. Mary passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at her home in Shenandoah at the age of 54.

 Mary was a member of the Tarkio Church Of God. She was very opinionated, competitive and a “Loud and Proud” sports mom. She enjoyed sewing, and was recently learning to play the piano. She knew sign language and had hopes of becoming an interpreter for the deaf in a courtroom setting. Most of all however, Mary loved her family and her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

 Besides her parents, Mary was preceded in death by a sister, Beverly Shipley and brother-in-law, Glenn Armstrong. Survivors include husband, Hank Lehman, Shenandoah; children, Kathi (Chris) Allen, Sidney, Iowa, Krystal Lehman, Farragut, Iowa and Joshua Lehman, Shenandoah; four grandchildren, Dylan, Danika, Rowan, and Marshall; Siblings, Danny (Barb) Wymore, Eureka Springs, Missouri, Billy (Debra) Heard, Evansville, Indiana, Anita Armstrong, Watson,Missouri, Jonathan (Cindy) Heard, Jasonville, Indiana, Becky (Russ) Alley, Tarkio, David (Lisa) Heard, Evansville, Joseph (Missy) Heard, Winter Haven, Florida; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

 Funeral Service 11:00 AM, Friday, November 8, 2019, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Interment: Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Lee Roy Lingerfelt, Jr., the son of Lee Roy, Sr., and Hazel (Callaway) Lingerfelt, was born August 7, 1959 in Fairfax, Missouri. He attended Rock Port schools graduating in 1977. 

Lee Roy was employed by Blevins Trucking as a driver, hauling agricultural products and as a farm hand with their farming operation.  He also helped area farmers during the planting and harvest seasons as well as Mo Valley Ag, Rock Port, and Rock Port city municipalities.  During the 1990’s, Lee Roy was employed by Doug McCoy travelling throughout the Midwest helping with the wheat harvest. He loved hunting and fishing and in his younger years, excelled at football and baseball and was regarded an excellent pitcher.  Lee Roy’s daughter, Drew, was the apple of his eye, and she remained by his side providing care for him till his passing. Lee Roy passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2019 at Community Hospital – Fairfax, Fairfax, Missouri at the age of 59. 

Preceding him in death were his father, Lee Roy Lingerfelt, Sr. and sister, Kelly Lingerfelt.  Survivors include his children, Drew Lingerfelt, Tarkio, Dustin Lingerfelt, Council Bluffs, Iowa; granddaughter, Hailee Lingerfelt, Westboro, Missouri; mother, Hazel (Red) Kemerling, Tarkio; siblings, Vicci Molthan, Tarkio, and Quint (Rhonda) Lingerfelt, Rock Port; nieces, Quinn Goodman and Morgan Lingerfelt, nephews, Shane and Casey Molthan and Peyton Lingerfelt, and great niece, Abagail Goodman. 

Private Graveside Service and Interment:

Monday, July 8, 2019, High Creek Cemetery, Watson, Missouri.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

James McCallan, Sr., the son of Alfred and Marie (Arnold) McCallan was born May 21, 1941 in Blair, Kansas.  James attended the Floyd Catholic School in St. Joseph, Missouri. 

On May 19, 1960, James was united in marriage to Gladys Tracy in St. Joseph and they became the parents of five children, James, Jr., Elizabeth, Nancy, Angie and adopted son John. 

James loved antiques. He and Gladys traveled to flea markets throughout the Midwest where he enjoyed talking and joking with friends.  James passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at Tiffany Heights Care Center, Mound City, Missouri, at the age of 78. 

Besides his parents, James was preceded in death by grandson, William Graf, sister Kathy Webb and brothers Alfred and Tom McCallan.  Survivors include, wife, Gladys McCallan, Tarkio; son James (Jenny) McCallan, Jr., Maryville, Missouri, Elizabeth (Mark) Graf, Tarkio, Nancy (Billie) Sutton, Canton, Missouri, Angie (Andy) Gamache, Oregon, Missouri, adopted son, John (Jane) McCallan, Council Bluffs, Iowa; eight grandchildren, Angel, Jamie, Naomi, Brent, William, Steven, Jordan, Dakota; eight great grandchildren; and his four legged companion, Precious. 

Graveside Service and Interment: 11:30 AM, Saturday, June 29, Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Mo

Robert Jack Mehaffey, the son of Harold S. and Ruth N. (Scott) Mehaffey was born February 27, 1922 in North Bend, Nebraska.  He graduated from North Bend High School in 1940 and entered Tarkio College, Tarkio, Missouri.  While attending Tarkio College, he played basketball for three years and sang with the Tarkio College Men’s Quartet under the direction of Veva Ballengee. 

On September 3, 1942, he enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps.  He was called to active duty in February 1943 and graduated from Communications School at Yale University, Hartford, Connecticut, as a Second Lieutenant.  He then attended school for cryptography at Scott Air Base, Champaign, Illinois in 1945, and was sent to New Guinea and the Philippines in the South Pacific Theatre with the 141st Army Airways Communication System Squadron, Detachment 54, of the 5th Army Air Corps.  In July of 1946, Jack returned from the Philippines and was released from active duty on August 7, 1946 as First Lieutenant.  He then completed his Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry from Tarkio College graduating in 1947. 

On March 15, 1945, Jack was united in marriage to Nancy May Smith.  They became the parents of three daughters, Linda Ann, Susan Kay, and Karen May.  Jack and Nancy lived and farmed in the North Bend, Nebraska and Tarkio areas. They later divorced.  Nancy passed away in 1987. 

In January 1976, Jack married Geraldine “Geri” Raymer.  He continued farming and managing his farming operations.  Geri passed away December 23, 2007.  Jack was an active member of the Tarkio Presbyterian Church where he served as elder and Sunday School superintendent. Civic responsibilities were important to Jack as he served in many organizations during his lifetime. He was a member of the Allen-Schiffern American Legion Post #199, Tarkio, and former member and Past Master of the Masonic Lodge #119 A.F. & A.M. of North Bend, Nebraska.  Jack enjoyed singing with the Pony Express Barbershop Chorus of St. Joseph and Noted Four Barbershop Quartet of Rock Port.  Jack passed away Sunday, July 21, 2019, at Pleasant View Nursing Home, Rock Port, at the age of 97. 

Besides his parents and wife, Geri, Jack was preceded in death by brother–in-law, Jim Arneal. Survivors include his three daughters,  Linda and Dave Lee, Tarkio, Susan and Bill Slaughter, Skidmore, Missouri, Karen and Steve Potter, Overland Park, Kansas; grandchildren, Kim (Mike) Coughlin, Darin Lee, Amy (Jim) Skillen, Brian (Becky) Slaughter, David (Julie) Potter, Mark (Emily) Potter, Jonathan (Carolyn) Potter; 13 great grandchildren; sister, Maxine Arneal, Beatrice, Nebraska; nephew, Steve (Mary Le) Arneal, North Bend; niece, Janet (Tim) Johns, Ft. Collins, Colorado; and several great nieces and nephews. 

Celebration of Life: 10:30AM, Saturday, July 27, 2019, Tarkio Presbyterian Church.

Interment: Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Rick Allen Meyerkorth, the son of Richard Arnold and Mary Louise (Cooper) Meyerkorth was born July 18, 1952 in Fairfax, Missouri.  Rick graduated from Rock Port High School in 1970. In 1974 he received his Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Economics with academic and Naval ROTC honors from University of Missouri – Columbia. Rick was then commissioned in the United States Navy as an Ensign, serving his country during the Vietnam War.  On June 22, 1978, Rick was honorably discharged as Lieutenant (junior grade). 

On July 27, 1973, Rick was united in marriage to Patti Shineman at the First Lutheran Church, Rock Port. They became the parents of three children; Jill, Ryan and Jared.  He was so proud of his family including his eleven grandchildren. 

Following Rick’s military service, the family returned home, to the Missouri River bottom, to partner with his dad and brother on the family farm operation.  Rick was a “bottom farmer”, who was detail-oriented, timely, and an early riser.  Even during the numerous floods and hardships, Rick demonstrated integrity with a principled business model.  “Do it the right way, not the easy way”.  Rick attended the Rock Port Baptist Church.  He loved reading the Bible and applying it to his life.  He loved his family and demonstrated what it means to live by faith. 

Rick served the community for many years on the Rock Port Board of Education, the Atchison County Levee Board, and was Manager of Ag Power from 1987 to 1994. Rick excelled in basketball and played in the Navy and enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren compete in athletics.  Rick passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at his home in Rock Port at the age of 67. 

Besides his mother, Mary Louise, Rick was preceded in death by an infant daughter and mother-in-law, Juanita Shineman.  Survivors include, wife, Patti Meyerkorth, Rock Port; children, Jill (Sean) McIntyre, Blue Springs, Missouri, Ryan (Becky) Meyerkorth and Jared (Kari) Meyerkorth, all of Rock Port;  eleven grandchildren, Jordyn, Jayden, Jaxson, Jada, Avery, Ella, Audrie, Jackson, Leah, Andrew and Eli; father, Richard Arnold (Virginia) Meyerkorth, Rock Port; sisters, Peggy (Chuck) Hailey, Blue Springs, Diane (George) Carpenter, Carrollton, Missouri; brother, David Meyerkorth (Vicki Ellner) Rock Port; father-in-law, Gabe (Alta) Shineman, Stanberry, Missouri; brother-in-law, Steve (Jo Lynn) Shineman, Rock Port, sister-in-law, Julie (John) Sutherland, St. Louis, Missouri; numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service: 10:00 a.m., Monday, August 26, 2019, Rock Port Baptist Church.

Interment: Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Jane Coarine (Johnson) Miller, the daughter of Raymond and Wilma Mae (Troup) Johnson, was born July 4, 1952 in Fairfax, Missouri.  Jane attended the Westboro and Tarkio, Missouri schools before receiving her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Mount Senario College, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. 

In June 1969, Jane was united in marriage to Robert Riggins.  They became the parents of three children; Amy, Emily and Justin.  They later divorced.  On February 2, 1992, Jane was united in marriage to Stephen Miller in Fairfax, Missouri. He passed away on October 10, 2006.  After graduating from college, Jane was employed with Price County Family Services in Phillips, Wisconsin for 15 years and Page County Family Services, Clarinda, Iowa for 10 years, retiring in 2017. 

Jane was a member of Merrill Smith American Legion Auxiliary and a longstanding member of the Center Grove Cemetery Board, both of Westboro. 

Besides her parents and husband, Jane is preceded in death by daughter, Amy Muller.  Survivors include daughter, Emily (Jeff) Parker, Ashland, Nebraska; son, Justin (Cathy) Riggins, Blanchard, Iowa; grandchildren, Brittany, Chase, Andrea, Max, Hallie and Teddy. 

Memorial Services: 2:00 P.M., Sunday, September 15, 2019, United Methodist Church, Westboro.

A private family inurnment will be held at a later date at Center Grove Cemetery, Westboro.

Cremation under the direction of Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Missouri

Jackie Moore, the daughter of James F. and Imogene (Mutchler) Moore, was born August 24, 1965, Fairfax, Missouri.  She graduated from Fairfax High School, Fairfax, in 1983. 

Jackie was united in marriage to Mark Smith on July 16, 1988.  They later divorced.  In 2004, Jackie met her true love, Jim Schwartze, in Glasgow, Missouri.  They have remained inseparable until her passing on Sunday, August 4, 2019, at Glasgow Garden Living Center. 

Jackie was employed as a Certified Nurse’s Assistant in numerous nursing homes, caring for the elderly and handicapped.  She loved working with the residents, especially the children.  In 2014 Jackie was forced to retire. 

Jackie loved to have fun! She went fishing and hunting and enjoyed going on rides with Jim.  She especially loved to ride her horse, “Cracker Jack”.  Jackie was a tender and kind person, who deeply loved children, and cared for others. 

Besides her parents, Jackie was preceded in death by her sister, Deborah Wilcox.  Survivors include the love of her life, Jim Schwartze, Glasgow; sister, Diane (Dean) Hicks, Tarkio, Missouri; stepdaughter, Roxann (Roy) Kirby, Mt. Leonard, Missouri; granddaughter, Annabelle McKenzie; her classmates, Julie Koop, Susan Mattson, Janene McEnaney, Lisa Vayda and numerous nieces and nephews. 

GRAVESIDE SERVICE AND INTERMENT: 10:00 AM, Friday, August 9, 2019, Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Arrangement: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Mary Lou Nauman, the daughter of Francis and Margaret (Gaffney) Wolf, was born February 3, 1927 in Linden, Missouri. She attended the Linden Country School and Rock Port High School, Rock Port, Missouri, graduating in 1945. 

On July 25, 1944 Mary Lou was united in marriage to B. W. Nauman in Boise, Idaho and they became the parents of four children; Barry, Billy, Rickey and Bonita.  Following B.W.’s military service, they returned to Northwest Missouri and farmed until retiring in 1990. B.W. passed away in 1998. 

Mary Lou was a member of the First Christian Church, Rock Port. She sang in the church choir, participated in women’s groups, and worked as the church secretary. She also enjoyed gardening, canning, canvas oil painting and singing with the Sweet Adelines. 

Mary Lou was extremely loving and an exceptional wife, mother, and grandmother, who had a rock solid faith in Jesus that inspired her family.  She regularly told the nursing home residents she loved them.  Mary Lou passed away Friday, June 28, 2019, at Tiffany Heights Care Center, Mound City, Missouri at the age of 92. 

Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by sons, Barry and Rickey Nauman.  Survivors include; son, Billy (Janet) Nauman, Rock Port; daughter, Bonita (Chris) Haer, Craig, Missouri; five grandchildren, Amy, Amanda, Hilary, Tammy, Will; four step-grandchildren, Jared, Ashley, Greg, Rachel; twelve great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Services:  10:00 AM, Tuesday, July 2, 2019, First Christian Church, Rock Port.

Interment: Linden Cemetery, Rock Port.

Services: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Geraldine Nichols, the daughter of Ulysses Grant and Emma Lucy Ellen (Brockus) Roberts, was born September 3, 1925 in Tarkio, Missouri.  She attended rural Tarkio schools. 

On September 26, 1944, Geraldine was united in marriage to Billie A. Nichols in Atchison, Kansas and they became the parents of two children, Ronald and Judy. Billie passed away in 2008. 

Geraldine was a private care nurse and dedicated caregiver.  She loved her family unconditionally and was grateful for every opportunity she had to spend with them.  She was a member of the Full Gospel Fellowship.  Geraldine passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at Mosaic Hospital, St. Joseph, Missouri at the age of 93 years. 

Besides her parents, Geraldine was preceded in death by husband Billie, brothers, C.B. Roberts and U.G. Roberts; sisters, Genevieve Millsap and Claudine Crane; son-in-law, Kim Clark.  Survivors include, son Ronald (Sandra) Nichols, St. Joseph, daughter, Judy Clark, Tarkio; grandchildren, Ron Nichols, Tarkio, Rhonda (Mike) Herrick, Westboro, Missouri, Dr. Sara (Kyle) Gardner, Leawood, Kansas, Bill (Sarah) Nichols, Osborn, Missouri and Rebecca (Josh) Quimby, West Plains, Missouri; 15 great-grandchildren and one great great-grandchild; sister, Dr. Shauna Roberts (Dr. Gerald Early), Easton, Missouri 

Funeral Service: 11:00 AM, Saturday, July 13, 2019, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Missouri.

Interment: Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Julia Jeanine True, daughter of Hiram Curtis True and Eloise Julia Puckett, was born July 14, 1932 on True Farm near Craig in Holt County, Missouri.  She attended both Elk Dale and Lonesome country schools prior to graduating from Fairfax High School in 1949.  She went on to earn a BS degree from the University of Illinois (1953) and a Master of Arts from the University of South Florida (1983). 

On September 5, 1954, Julia was united in marriage to Raymond Noah at the Pleasant View Presbyterian Church in Craig by Dr. Alfred Martin.  The couple moved to Columbia, Missouri in 1955 and then to Clearwater, Florida in 1959 where they raised their four children; David Scott, Danny Ray, Deborah Jill, and Douglas True. 

Julia began working for Pinellas County Schools in 1968 holding various positions including paraprofessional, librarian, and audio-visual specialist.  In 1978 she was hired by the City of Dunedin as a Librarian Assistant III working at the reference desk at the Dunedin Public Library.  In 1983 she was promoted to Reference Librarian and in 1986 to Library Director. She retired from the Dunedin Public Library as Library Director in 1994. 

Julia was actively involved in all her children’s activities, as well as a host of community groups including Rotary, American Association of University Women, Beta Sigma Phi, American Library Association, and Questers. 

Julia was especially proud of her work in the many genealogy organizations to which she belonged.  Julia had joined the DAR in Missouri as a Junior in 1952 and it was the DAR that was first in her heart.  She became a member of Caladesi Chapter in 1986 and served as recording secretary, historian, vice regent, and regent.  She was chapter chairman of Junior American Citizens, Constitution Week, Public Relations, and Insignia. 

In addition, she was a member of the National Society of Magna Charta Dames, National Society Colonial Dames XVII Century, Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War, National Society Daughters of Founders and Patriots of America, National Society Women Descendants of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company, Colonial Order of the Crown, Beta Phi Mu, Phi Kappa Phi and is listed in Who’s Who in America and Who’s Who of American Women, and Pinellas Genealogy Society.  Also, she received a certificate for documenting the lineage for a Coat of Arms of her Armorial Ancestor Robert Bradbury. 

Julia passed away Thursday October 3, 2019, in Largo, Florida, at the age of 87 surrounded by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

In addition to her parents and husband, Raymond, Julia was preceded in death by granddaughter, Kathryn Eloise Ward; sisters-in-law, Janet True, Shirley True and Sandra True. Survivors include her children, David Noah and wife, Kerin, Tampa, Florida, Danny Noah and wife, Gina, Clearwater, Florida, Deborah Noah, Ormond Beach, Florida, and Douglas Noah and wife, Seeta, Oviedo, Florida; nine grandchildren, Jennifer Radigan and husband, Ryan, Julia Ward, Christopher Noah, Raymond Noah, Kendall Ward, Kameela Noah, Julian Noah, Jessica Gaudreau and Jason George; five great-grandchildren; three brothers, H. Jerome True, Rock Port, Everett True, Mesa, Arizona and Garth True, Claremore, Oklahoma; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service:  10:30 a.m., Monday, October 14, 2019, Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port, Missouri.

Interment: Tharp Cemetery, Craig, Missouri.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Brian W. Owen, the son of Donald Leroy and Marjorie Josephine (Chambers) Owen, was born April 19, 1961, in Shenandoah, Iowa. He attended school in Hamburg, Iowa, until the seventh grade, then attended Shenandoah High School, graduating in 1979. On November 9, 1980, Brian entered the Iowa National Guard, receiving his honorable discharge on January 28, 1983. 

On February 25, 1989, Brian was united in marriage to Rose Mary Driskell in Tarkio, Missouri.  They made their home in Tarkio until moving to Mound City, Missouri, where they made their home to the present time.  They were the proud parents of Kevin, Ronnie, Randy, Rich and Shelly. 

Brian was employed as an over-the-road truck driver most of his life.  He regularly attended and played the guitar at the Assembly of God Church in Tarkio and the Westly United Methodist Church in St. Joseph, Missouri. 

During Brian’s childhood, he was a member of his family’s band and continued playing music in his younger years.  Music was very important to Brian and he strived to keep the family legacy alive by teaching his grandkids and nephews to play and sing music which was his favorite hobby.  Brian was a Hunter’s Education instructor for many years.  He loved golfing, hunting, fishing, and most of all spending time with his family, especially with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Brian passed away Monday, May 20, 2019, at his home in Mound City, Missouri, at the age of 58. 

In addition to his parents, Brian was preceded in death by sons, Ronald Keith Tunnell and Richard Hughes Tunnell.  Survivors include wife, Rose Mary Owen, Mound City; children, Kevin (Megan) Owen, Harlan, Iowa, Randy (Nikki) Tunnell, Denton, Texas, and Shelly (Rick) Bradley, Mound City; grandchildren, Austin Owen, Cody Tunnell, Casey Tunnell, Jacobi Tunnell, Synthia Tunnell, Sara (Austin) Murphy, Levi Tunnell, and Madison Tunnell; great-grandchildren, Lindley Rose and Walker James; brothers, David Owen, Sidney, Iowa, and Jason (Nancy) Owen, Citra, Florida; sister, Marcia Gowdy, Glenwood, Iowa; nephews, Stephen Owen, Justin Owen, Michael Owen, Jarrod Owen, and Gus Gowdy; nieces, Maranda Gowdy, and Jennifer McClendon; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. 

Funeral Service:  11:00 A.M., Friday, May 24, 2019, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Missouri

Private family inurnment at a later date.

Allan General Randall, 90, of Franklin, Tennessee, formerly of Craig, Missouri, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2019 at a health care facility in Brentwood, Tennessee. 

The oldest son of General and Lena Randall, Allan was born on October 11, 1928, at the family’s home in Craig, Missouri.  He graduated from Craig High School in 1946 and joined the U.S. Navy in January 1947, where he served in communications for 20 years. 

An important part of Allan’s life was his time spent traveling the world in the Navy. He lived abroad with his wife and daughters in Turkey and France before moving back to the United States to finish his military service. After retiring from the Navy, Allan served with the Department of Defense as a computer systems analyst while living in Laurel, Maryland.  When he finally retired in 1991, he enjoyed traveling with his wife to Russia and Belgium, and visiting many national parks across the U.S. Traveling and spending time with his grandchildren was also an important part of his life. In 2014, he and his wife moved to Franklin, Tennessee, to live closer to their daughters. 

Surviving are his wife of 61 years, Ruby Maxine Randall (nee Bell), daughters Linda (Dale) Powell, of Eagleville, TN, and Laura Randall Cooper of Asheville, North Carolina; granddaughters Laura Powell, of Franklin, TN, and Miranda Powell of Eagleville, TN. 

Allan is also survived by brothers Phillip Randall of Shawnee, KS; Nelson Randall of Stilwell, KS, sisters Marcia Castleberry of Wichita, Kansas, Karen (Noel) Fischer of King City, Missouri, Janice Phelps of Rock Port, Missouri; and many nephews and nieces. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Delores and brother-in-law Clavel Howard, sister-in-law Wilma Randall, brother-in-law Robert Castleberry, brother-in-law Ralph Phelps, and sister-in-law Theresa Randall. 

Allan will be remembered as a kind and gentle man, patriotic, good-natured, and devoted to his wife, daughters, and granddaughters. He was a dedicated Christian and loved volunteering for Gideons International, for whom he distributed Bibles at the local military induction station to new recruits heading off to enter military service. Allan was quiet, humble, a good listener, and ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He also loved nothing more than spending time with family and sharing a meal and a good laugh. He will be greatly missed. 

Funeral Service: 10:00 A.M., Saturday, July 6, 2019, Baptist Church, Rock Port, Missouri.

Interment: Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port

Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Overland Park, Kansas: Trudy Jean (Hays) Redfern, Overland Park, formerly of Watson, Missouri, passed away November 18, 2019, at the age of 74. 

Memorial Service 3:00 p.m., Saturday, December 7, 2019, First Baptist Church, Tarkio, Missouri.

Inurnment: Home Cemetery, Tarkio, Missouri.

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

John Floyd Riordan, the son of Dr. John Joseph and Alice (Floyd) Riordan, was born October 23, 1924, in Fillmore, Missouri.  He attended Tarkio High School, Tarkio, Missouri, graduating in 1942.  On March 5, 1943, John entered the United States Army, serving his country during World War II in the Pacific Theater with the 1395th Engineers. Following the Japanese surrender, he served as part of the Occupation Force on their mainland.  John received his honorable discharge January 24, 1946. 

Following the war, John attended Drury College in Springfield, Missouri, graduating in 1949 with a Bachelor’s degree in history.  He then attended University of Wyoming, in Laramie, as a graduate student, where he studied International Affairs. 

In 1951, John was employed by the Ford Motor Company Aircraft Division in Kansas City, Missouri.  In 1955, he was employed by Lockheed Aircraft as a project engineering assistant, on the F104 Air Force fighter.  For a brief time, John was employed by McDonnell Douglas as a project planner and later returned to Lockheed, retiring in 1986.  John moved back to Kansas City to care for his parents, where he lived to the present time.  He enjoyed history, especially the history of the western United States, and traveling.  John passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2019, in North Kansas City, at the age of 94. 

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by two brothers, Roland Keith and Owen Redmond Riordan.  Survivors include numerous cousins and many kind neighbors and friends. 

Graveside Service and Interment: 10:00 A.M., Saturday, May 18, 2019, Home Cemetery, Tarkio, Missouri

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Mo

Sharon R. Rosenbohm, the daughter of Arnold and Nina (Blackburn) Laumann was born October 26, 1945 at Hand Community Hospital in Shenandoah, Iowa.  Raised on a farm north of Rock Port, Missouri, Sharon attended Lone Cedar School until the sixth grade, then graduated from Rock Port High School in 1963. Sharon attended Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, Missouri, for three years, majoring in Elementary Education. 

On April 22, 1965, Sharon was united in marriage to Dennis L. Rosenbohm at the Rock Port Church of Christ. They became the loving parents of three children; DeeAnn, Stephen and David. 

As a young girl, Sharon attended St. John’s Lutheran Church, Westboro, Missouri.  In 1965, she was baptized and became an active member of the Rock Port Church of Christ.  Sharon loved to be active.  She enjoyed being a Sunday school teacher, VBS director and a substitute teacher.  She taught preschool in Rock Port and Mound City for many years. She loved helping children. Most recently Sharon was on the Board of the Back Pack Buddies program in Rock Port.  She was also involved in “Women On A Mission”, 4-H Clubs, Rock Port Booster Club, Atchison County Fair Board, Social Hour Club, Women in Agriculture, the Food Pantry and the Rock Port Sorosis.  She was a huge Rock Port Blue Jay fan and enjoyed attending games and seeing the kids dressed up for prom. 

Sharon was an excellent hostess.  She loved to entertain and host large holiday gatherings at her home.  She enjoyed gardening, then canning and freezing her produce.  She also loved decorating and raising flowers. 

The majority of her life was centered on her family and the time they spent together. She made it a priority to attend all her kids and grandkids events -near or far. She was very proud of her grandchildren and regularly told them, “Remember, I love you more than to the moon and back!” She also believed in God’s Word and lived her life according to 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 (printed on back).  She felt it was more blessed to give than to receive. Sharon passed away Sunday, July 28, 2019 at Shawnee Mission Medical Center, Shawnee Mission, Kansas, at the age 73, surrounded by her family. 

Besides her parents, Sharon was preceded in death by, sister, Connie Latham, and husband, Ronald; daughter-in-law, Pamela Rosenbohm; brother-in-law, Duane Rosenbohm.  Survivors include, husband, Dennis Rosenbohm, Rock Port; children, DeeAnn (Sean) Crews, Shawnee, Kansas, Stephen (Maria) Rosenbohm, Berryville, Virginia, David (Stephanie) Rosenbohm, Olathe, Kansas; three grandsons, Aaron Thomas Crews, Dylan Michael Rosenbohm, Tyler Ashton Rosenbohm; three granddaughters, Ashlyn Elizabeth Crews, Kenzie Marie Rosenbohm, Zoey Grace Rosenbohm; sisters-in-law, Sheryl (Steve) Ball, Urbandale, Iowa, and Kay Rosenbohm, Fairfax. 

Funeral Services: 1:00 p.m., Thursday, August 1, 2019, First Christian Church, Rock Port.

Interment: Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port.

Robert V. Schaefer, 77 of Heyworth, Illinois, formerly of Tarkio, Missouri, passed away at 11:30 am Sunday, July 7, 2019 at Advocate BroMenn Medical Center in Bloomington, Illinois. Funeral Services were held July 11 at The United Church of Heyworth, under the direction of Calvert-Belangee-Bruce Funeral Home, Heyworth. 

Bob was born March 29, 1942 in Sheffield Alabama, a son of Robert M. and Christina Smith Schaefer.   He married Karen Niemann on July 2, 1966 at the Tarkio United Methodist Church in Tarkio.  She survives.   Also surviving are daughter Kirsten (Clemons) Schaefer Feldker of Bloomington, Illinois; grandchildren Zachery Feldker and Valerie Feldker; and brother Charles (Marie) Schaefer of Santa Rosa California. 

Bob attended Tarkio United Methodist Church while living in Atchison County and The United Church of Heyworth after moving to Illinois.   He attended Tarkio College and earned the MBA from Northwest Missouri State University.   Bob was a musician finding a passion for the trombone from a young age and picking up the trumpet just five years ago.   When younger, with friends he built an amateur stock car and competed at the local level.   He was also a railroad enthusiast who enjoyed creating model train layouts.   He was a woodworker who created projects for family members.   Throughout his life, Bob had many interests and hobbies, but most of all he loved his family.   He was a loving husband of 53 years, a great father, and a devoted friend who will be deeply missed. 

Funeral Service: 11:00 AM Monday, July 15, 2019, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Interment: High Creek Cemetery, Watson, Missouri

Rex Edward Siddens, the son of Ed David and Alta Maude (Runyon) Siddens, was born May 29, 1921, in Tarkio, Missouri.  He attended Homer country school to the eighth grade.  Rex then went to work for the Civilian Conservation Corp and for area farmers.  On June 16, 1942, he joined the United States Army and served his country during World War II, taking part in the European Theatre.  Rex received his honorable discharge on October 13, 1945. 

On January 30, 1946, Rex was united in marriage to Willie Pauline Kirk in Hiawatha, Kansas.  They made their home west of Rock Port, Missouri.  Rex was employed as a farmhand for Dean Fischer, Jay Lytle, and Harold Luhrs, and by Ross Murry at the Filling Station.  In the 1960’s, Rex was employed as a farm hand for Raymond Ottmann, and then by Raymond’s son, Keith, until retiring in the middle 2000’s. 

Rex and Pauline loved children, and cherished the moments that they spent with their nieces and nephews.  They were also avid animal lovers, and at one time cared for over 50 farm cats.  Rex enjoyed helping Pauline in her large vegetable and flower gardens.  Their gardens were so admired, that travelers would stop on the interstate to look at their beautiful gardens.  Rex also enjoyed going on walks and visiting with friends. Even into his early 90’s he was regularly seen walking early in the morning on Main Street. 

Rex was baptized with his wife, Pauline, at the First Christian Church in Rock Port by Rev. Ed Cox on January 30, 1966, where he was a member, and served as an Elder and on the Church Board.  He was also a member of the Ralph Greer American Legion Post #49, Rock Port.  Pauline passed away March 30, 2004.  Rex passed away Monday, May 27, 2019, at Pleasant View Nursing Home, Rock Port, at the age of 97. 

In addition to his parents and wife, Pauline, Rex was preceded in death by one brother and five sisters.  Survivors include special nephew, Charles (Patricia) Kirk, Riviera, Texas; and numerous other nieces, nephews, and more friends than one can count. 

Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M., Saturday, June 1, 2019, First Christian Church, Rock Port

Interment:  Greenhill Cemetery, Rock Port

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock

Homer Art Tohill, the son of Kenneth and Mildred (Baxter) Chesley, was born February 22, 1938 in San Diego, California.  He attended Phineas Banning High School in Long Beach, California, graduating in 1956, and later earned a Psychiatric Technician degree in Highland, California. 

On August 5, 1961, Art was united-in-marriage to Geraldine “Gerry” Gedling in Las Vegas, Nevada.  They became the parents of three children, Tamara, and Kenneth and stepson Glenn. 

Art was employed as a Psychiatric Tech for the State of California in San Bernardino, then as a Correctional Officer and Deputy Sheriff for the California Department of Corrections.  He later ran a management company, and was the Supervisor and Engineer for a 20-apartment complex.  Art was then employed by Boeing Aircraft in Fort Irwin, California as a maintenance engineering tech, and finally was Director of Facilities Maintenance and Operations, for the Silver Valley School District, in Newberry Springs, California, retiring in 1988. 

For three years before and after their move to Tarkio, Art was employed by Renzenberger Inc. as Western Coordinator and Supervisor.  He was responsible for moving railroad crews throughout California, Oregon and Washington states and established the routes and locations of all coordinating sites.  He loved this job and excelled, efficiently moving employees to their predetermined destinations on time. Art and Gerry moved to Tarkio in 1992 where they lived to the present time.  Art passed away Thursday, October 24, 2019 at Nebraska Medicine, Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 81 years. 

Art was a member of the Slo-Rollers Car Club and had numerous affiliations in California. 

Besides his parents, Art was preceded in death by son Kenneth Tohill.  Survivors include wife Gerry Tohill, Tarkio; daughter, Tamara Kennedy, Buffalo, New York; stepson Glenn Stroh, San Bernardino, California; grandchildren, Daniel Ross Tohill, Oregon State, Jonathon Troy Tohill, Heidi Annora Tohill, both of Colorado; step grandchildren, Chase Montgomery, California, and Donna Fay Grant, Utah; numerous great-grandchildren; and two sisters. 

Private Family Inurnment at Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Harold “Bud” Volker, Jr., the son of Harold H., Sr., and Sarah Evelyn (Close) Volker was born May 4, 1945 in Maryville, Missouri.  Bud graduated from Fairfax High School, Fairfax, Missouri, in 1963. 

Bud was united in marriage to Charlene Jones, they became the parents of two sons, Brian and Kurt.  They later divorced.  In 2006, Bud was united in marriage to Cheryl Farley.  They made their home in Tarkio and Bud became stepdad to Cheryl’s sons, D. J. and Dillon Martin. 

In the late 1960’s, Bud was employed by Ford Motor Company in Claycomo, Missouri.  He worked on the assembly line and retired in 2000 after 36 years. 

Bud loved country music and as a younger man played in a country band called “The Country Fevers”.  He was a member of United Auto Workers #249, and a regular supporter of the American Legion and Paralyzed Veterans of America.  He enjoyed singing karaoke, hanging out with friends, watching old westerns, watching birds, gardening and tending to his yard.  He passed away Friday, July 19, 2019, at his home in Tarkio, at the age of 74. 

Besides his parents, Bud was preceded in death by granddaughter, Gabrielle Matthes, brother, Jim New, sisters, Phyllis Burke and Kay Evans.  Survivors include his wife, Cheryl Volker, Tarkio; six sons, Kurt, Brian, D.J., Dillon, Todd and Tracy; numerous grandchildren, one great granddaughter, and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Services: 10:00 A.M., Friday, July 26, 2019, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Interment: Tharp Cemetery, Fairfax, Missouri.

William Kirk Wallace, 58 years, 8 months, and 22 days old passed away on August 25, 2019 at his home near Ava, MO with his cousin, Lynne by his side. 

Kirk was born December 3, 1960 in Fairfax, MO. He graduated from high school in Tarkio, MO in 1978. 

Kirk was a Christian. He was a carpenter and a musian. He loved any form of woodworking. 

He was preceded in death by his mother, Karen Irene (Riley) Timmerman, a sister, Heidi, his grandparents, Bill & Georgia (Brown) Riley and a great uncle, Logan Brown. 

He is survived by his daughter, Briana Wallace and her mother, Jeanne Wallace, a sister, Michelle Petersen,  a brother, Mark Barker, his father, Jim Bob Barker, special cousin, Lynne Brown-Chrislaw, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. 

Cremation services for Kirk are being conducted by Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Ava, MO per his request. A memorial service will be at 4:00 pm, on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at the Yates Cemetery east of Ava, where family members of many generations are buried.

On line condolences may be made to www.clinkingbeardfuneralhome.com.

Lyle W. Walter, the son of Keith E. and Wilma Jean (Kerr) Walter, was born on July 24, 1956, in Long Beach, California. He attended the Robert A. Millikan High School, Long Beach, graduating in 1975. 

In his younger years, Lyle worked in the family business, Walter Sweeping, sweeping parking lots in the greater Los Angeles area. For 40 years, Lyle was employed as an administrative assistant at Harbor Regional Center in Torrance, California, where he was recently honored for his many years of service. 

Lyle was a member of a kite flying community, and was often found on Seal Beach flying large kites, some multi-cabled. He also enjoyed visiting friends and family in Northwest Missouri, regularly attending the Memorial Day veteran’s service. Lyle was very patriotic and loved the United States Flag. Lyle passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2019, at his home in Long Beach, at the age of 62. 

In addition to his parents, Lyle was preceded in death by uncle, Marvin Kerr, and aunt, Ruth Bogenreif. Survivors include sister, Renae Dillon and husband, Patrick, Stallings, North Carolina; two brothers, Kevin Walter and Bryan Walter, both of Quartz Hill, California; two nieces, Patti Spada and Melissa Dillon; nephew, Travis Walter; uncle, John Walter and wife, Martha, Grandview, Missouri; aunt, Wava June Lytle, Rock Port, Missouri; numerous cousins; and his adored four-legged friend, Wally. 

Graveside Service and Interment: 10:00 A.M., Friday, June 14, 2019, Linden Cemetery, Rock Port, Missouri

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port, Mo

Kenneth Dean Welch, 82, Rock Port, passed away Friday, September 6, 2019 at Bryan LGH East in Lincoln, Nebraska.

A Private Family Inurnment will be held at a later date.

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Bonnie Lucille Adams, was born on January 6, 1922 in Hatfield, Missouri, to Luther and Evalena (Pottorff) Adams, the oldest of four children.  She passed peacefully on Tuesday morning, November 26, 2019, at Maryville Living Center, Maryville, Missouri at the age of 97. 

Bonnie grew up around Hatfield where she graduated Hatfield High School in 1939. Shortly before graduating, she met the love of her life, Donald P. Whited.  She married Don on September 16, 1939.  Don and Bonnie had a full and loving life together and eventually made their home in Tarkio, Missouri, raising two sons, Bill and Roger Whited.  Together, they started Whited & Sons Construction, which served Tarkio and surrounding areas with both heavy equipment and sanitation disposal services for decades.  Bonnie also loved working alongside Don with the farms and raising cattle.  Bonnie was a member of Eastern Star for over 50 years, serving as worthy matron in the Tarkio Chapter in late 60’s. She was an amazingly strong woman who tackled life’s challenges head-on with courage and faith.  Bonnie was an incredible cook and loved sharing her canned goods with friends and family. She enjoyed many things during her 97 years, but her greatest love was for her family, friends, and Tarkio First Baptist Church.  She was especially proud to have lived long enough to be a great grandmother to Nate and Elizabeth Ceperley, and a great great grandmother to Keaton, Lynnlee, and Cutter Ceperley. 

Besides her parents and husband, Donald, Bonnie was preceded in death by sister, Beulah Adams Kemerling and brothers, Melvin Adams and Calvin Adams. Bonnie is survived by sons, Bill (Jeanette) Whited, Maryville, and Roger (Susan) Whited, Bonita Springs, Florida; two granddaughters, Lora Whited Ceperley (Dana Buckner), Lee’s Summit, Missouri, and Lauren Whited (Michael Freark), Fairfax, Virginia; three step grandchildren, Jim (Joyce) Solheim, Omaha, Nebraska, Bob (Linda) Solheim, Scottsdale, Arizona, Jane (Alejandro) Montoya, Eden Prairie, Minnesota; eleven great grandchildren, eight great-great grandchildren, and many beloved nieces and nephews across the country. 

Funeral Services: 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 3, 2019, First Baptist Church, Tarkio.

Interment: Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Mo

John H. Wilcox, Jr., the son of John H., Sr. and Harriet Antoinette (Lundgren) Wilcox, was born September 3, 1938, in Tarkio, Missouri. John graduated from Tarkio High School in 1956 and Tarkio College in 1960 with a B.A. in Education. He later completed his Master’s in Education at the University of Missouri-Columbia. 

On May 29, 1963, John was united in marriage to Marylyn Koger in Clearmont, Missouri. They became the parents of three children: Johnna, Jerri and Jamie. John enjoyed being a loving husband and caring father and dedicated his life’s work to education. Early in John’s career, he taught and coached football at JC Penney High School in Hamilton, Missouri. Later he became the high school principal. 

In 1972, the family returned to Tarkio, where John was employed as Tarkio High School Principal until the early 1980s. He then became Elementary Principal retiring in 1996. After his retirement, John was employed at the Tarkio Woodruff-Arnold Lumberyard and Hardware Store, then at Tarkio Hy-Vee as produce manager, lastly retiring in 2009. Throughout his life John had a love for animals and nature. Walking his dogs and working in his yard growing beautiful flowers became favorite ways to relax. 

John passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2019, at Maryville Living Center, Maryville, Missouri, at the age of 80. John was an active member of the Tarkio United Methodist Church and enjoyed singing in the choir. He served on the Fairfax Community Hospital Board, sang in the gospel Christian group, “Law and Order,” the Mule Barn Guild, the Tarkio Centennial Board and was the former president of the Lions Club in Hamilton. 

Besides his parents, John was preceded in death by son, Jamie Wilcox. Survivors include wife, Marylyn Wilcox, Maryville; two daughters, Johnna Wilcox, MD, Arlington, Washington, and Jerri Wilcox, Boston, Massachusetts; granddaughter, Tessa Keeney, Arlington; niece, Heidi Peroni, Greys Lake, Illinois; and nephew, Kevin Haynes, Omaha, Nebraska. 

Memorial Service:  1:00 p.m., Friday, August 16, 2019, Tarkio United Methodist Church.

Inurnment:  Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Alice Ann (Miller) Wilson, the daughter of Fred and Hazel (Anderson) Miller, Jr. was born in Pueblo, Colorado on June 18, 1948. The young couple brought baby Alice to Iowa where she was raised on the family farm.  Alice spent many long hours on the tractor, putting up hay and helping with the family livestock.  She graduated from Burlington Junction High School, Burlington Jct., Missouri.

After graduation, she attended Vatterott College and acquired her degree to pursue a job at C D Smith Drug Company in St. Joseph, Missouri, where she was in charge of prescriptions. 

Alice was united in marriage to Jim Wilson on January 21, 1984 at her parent’s home in Watson, Missouri. They became the parents of one son, Nicholas James Wilson. During her lifetime, she provided home healthcare services and enjoyed taking care of many elderly patients.  Alice thoroughly loved attending estate and garage sales.  She collected antiques and also loved nature and tending her flowers and garden. Alice enjoyed family dinners and getting together at the holidays. Alice spent many hours watching the birds at the bird feeding station that Jim set up for her.  Alice also enjoyed the wild raccoons that made regular visits to feed at the cat bowls on the back deck. Dialysis hours were spent working on needlework projects to give away as gifts to her many loved ones. 

Alice passed away Thursday, July 4, 2019, at Mosaic Life Care, St. Joseph, at the age of 71. Survivors include her husband, Jim of Stewartsville; son, Nicholas Wilson, Cameron, Missouri; sisters, Connie (Wayne) Shandy, Rock Port, Missouri, Nancy (Danny) Lusk, Braddyville, Iowa along with nieces and nephews.  Alice was preceded in death by her parents and nephew, Wesley Shandy. 

Braddyville Cemetery, Braddyville, Iowa

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port, Mo