Carol Adele Barnes, 88, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at Tarkio Rehabilitation and Health Care in Tarkio, Missouri. She was born on July 11, 1931 at the family farm house in rural Northboro, Iowa to Fred and Lucille (Emery) Meyer. 

Although Carol grew up in Northboro, she graduated from Westboro High School, Westboro, Missouri in 1949. Carol was the homecoming queen during her junior year in 1947. 

Carol married Kenneth Dwain Barnes in 1953 at Locust Grove Methodist Church near Shenandoah, Iowa. As newlyweds, they lived in Laguna Beach, California, while Kenneth served his country during the Korean War. They were happily married for 63 years. 

Upon her husband being discharged in 1954, Kenneth and Carol returned to Westboro to start farming and begin their family. They began farming the Lester Ebert farm in the North Star district, later moving to the Olin Barnes farm between Westboro and Elmo, Missouri. In 1970, Kenneth and Carol built a home in the Westboro area where she lived to the present time. 

Carol was a member of Westboro United Methodist Church and was very involved with the women’s church activities. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed gardening, cooking and sewing clothes. Her favorite memories were her times with her husband in Hawaii, California and Washington State, where they explored nature. Most of all, she and Kenneth enjoyed having any and all of their eleven grandchildren to their home for various adventures and festivities. Whatever the occasion, the grandchildren loved special treats prepared by Grandma: her famous “Coke” float, Black cow, homemade milkshake, cookies, and sugar pies. Every Christmas (our Barnes tradition), she read Bible stories to her kids and grandchildren. This tradition will carry on forever. She will be missed! Carol was the “ROCK” of the family; her presence meant “home”. Her witty sense of humor brought laughter to everyone. She enjoyed life at every stage. She always brought us together and led the group during all holidays. 

Besides her parents, Carol was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth in 2015, an infant son, Curtis W. Barnes in 1954, sister, Laurel Craven, brother-in-law, Maurice Sharp. Survivors include sons, Tracy (Holly) Barnes, Fairfax, Missouri; Kirby (Ana) Barnes, Indianapolis, Indiana; Joel Barnes, Westboro, Roddy Barnes, Richmond, Virginia; daughter, Colette (Kevin Maelzer) Barnes-Maezler, Olathe, Kansas; grandchildren, Dustin (Erica) Barnes, Kelly Pruitt, Spencer (Lindsey) Barnes, Jase Barnes, Goldie Barnes, Mitchell Barnes, Kaleb Maelzer, Mathew Barnes, Nathan Barnes, Jacob Maelzer, and Alexa Barnes;  great-grandchildren, Aislyn and Kolcyn Barnes, Lannie Barnes; sister, Coral (Kenneth) Elandt, San Miguel, California; sister-in-law, Bonnie Sharp, University Place, Washington; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. 

Funeral Service: 11:00 am, Tuesday, January 14, 2020, Westboro United Methodist Church, Westboro, Missouri.

Interment: High Prairie Cemetery, Elmo, Missouri

Services under the direction of Davis Funeral Home, Ta

Nancy Ann Bothwell, the daughter of Warren G. and Mary Joan (Richards) Tiemann, was born October 19, 1968, in Shenandoah, Iowa. Nancy attended Westboro Elementary School, Westboro, Missouri and graduated from Tarkio High School, Tarkio, Missouri, in 1987. Nancy was then employed by Dairy Queen and Triple K Manufacturing in Shenandoah. 

On October 8, 1994, Nancy was united in marriage to Trenton Bothwell at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Westboro. They made their home in rural Westboro and became the parents of two children, Cassidy and Corben. 

Nancy was a homemaker. From 2006 to 2017, she was employed by Honey Tree where she taught preschool. Nancy passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2020, at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri, at the age of 51. 

Nancy was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church, Westboro. She enjoyed planting and cultivating flowers and decorating her house for all different seasons. She was well known for baking especially her Christmas cookies. She was also very fond of her cats. 

Nancy was preceded in death by her grandparents and numerous aunts and uncles. Survivors include her husband, Trent Bothwell, Westboro; children, Cassidy Bothwell, Lincoln, Nebraska and Corben Bothwell, Westboro; parents, Warren and Mary (Richards) Tiemann, Tarkio; sister, Caroline (Michael) Peters, Corning, Missouri; brother-in-law, Bradley (Dollie) Bothwell, Moorehead, Iowa; sister-in-law, Tammi (Jesse) Jaeckel, Warwick, New York; father and mother-in-law, Tom (Jane) Bothwell, Mondamin, Iowa; nieces and nephews, Seth, Lillie, Brock, Amelia, Brittni, Brianna, Brilee, Brayden, Brookelyn, Breeia, Bridgette, Braxton, Breckin, and Brody 

Interment: St. John’s Cemetery, Westboro

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Mo

Merry Pauline Bray, the daughter of Alex Frank and Maudie May (Edmonds) Michon, was born April 1, 1936, in Auburn, Nebraska.  Merry attended rural Peru, Nebraska country schools then graduated from Auburn High School in 1954.

On April 20, 1956, Merry was united in marriage to Okly E. Bray at the Auburn Christian Church.  They made their home in Auburn before moving to Rock Port, Missouri in the early 1960’s. They became the proud parents of one daughter, Lawna.

Throughout her lifetime, Merry was employed at numerous businesses in Rock Port including, Greenley’s Market, Place’s, Dairy Sweet, Casey’s and the Rock Port Nutrition Center. She also cared for many children over the years, babysitting for families and her own grandchildren. Merry was a very active member of First Christian Church of Rock Port, where she taught Sunday school for over 35 years, served as a council member and participated in Sarah Circle.  She also was a member of the Continental Club. Okly passed away in 2010.  Merry passed away Thursday, March 12, 2020 at Pleasant View Nursing Home, Rock Port, at the age of 83.

Besides her parents and husband, Merry was preceded in death by two brothers, Wayne and Claude Michon, and two sisters, Lucille Bouwens and Alice Martinez. Survivors include her daughter, Lawna (Rick) Bradley, Rock Port; three grandchildren, Melinda Bell and fiancé, Cole Wilczek, Fairfax, Missouri, Hallee Bradley and Ryan Bradley, both of Rock Port, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service:  10:30 a.m., Monday, March 16, 2020, Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Interment: Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port.

Services: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Sharron Glee (Pitner) Brown, the daughter of Darrell and Delouise (Lewis) Pitner was born on June 6, 1942 at home in Westboro, Missouri. Sharron graduated from Westboro High School in 1960 and later attended Caster’s Beauty School, St. Joseph, Missouri, graduating in 1961.

On June 4, 1961, Sharron was united in marriage to Ronnie Brown and they made their home in Tarkio, Missouri. They had one daughter, Lori. For five years, Sharron was a beautician for Bess Schoonover at Schoonover Beauty Shop, in Tarkio.  She then was employed at Broughton Food Services at Tarkio College until she and Ronnie owned and operated The Downtowner Tavern in Tarkio for ten years. In 1980, Sharron began working at the Walnut Inn in Tarkio for Bob McCoy and then managed the business for Jean Enos until 1985. Later that same year, she began managing the Rock Port Golf and Country Club until her first bout with cancer forced her retirement in 1996. Although retired, Sharron always stayed busy. She was a wonderful cook and loved sharing her talent with her family and friends. She absolutely adored and had a very special bond with her grandchildren, Veronica and Dalton as well as her great-grandchildren, Rush and Baylin, who all lovingly referred to her as “Granny”. Sharron loved taking care of her family and friends and was a genuine, caring, compassionate, positive woman. She epitomized the qualities of strength and grace. Throughout Sharron’s lifetime, she made many lifelong friends that were very dear to her. She never met a stranger and given the chance, she would talk your ear off. She had a personality that was easy to fall in love with. She not only had an incredible sense of humor but also a heart of gold. Sharron passed away Friday, December 6, 2019 with her loving family by her side in Tarkio, at the age of 77.

Sharron was a member of the Westboro United Methodist Church, and the First Baptist Church of Tarkio, she also attended the Sharp’s Grove United Methodist Church, Craig, Missouri. She was a member of County Extension Club and had been a very active member of Eastern Star for over 25 years holding various offices in Skidmore and Fairfax Eastern Star Chapters. She had been Worthy Matron over five times and was District Deputy Grand Matron in 2006-2007. Most recently, she was a member of the Rosanna Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #262, Maryville, Missouri, due to consolidation of chapters.

Besides her parents, Sharron was preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Marjorie Herrick, niece, Tasha Berls, and many dear family members and lifelong friends.

Survivors include her husband, Ronnie, Tarkio; daughter, Lori Jones (Eric Woynaroski) Watson, Missouri; granddaughter, Veronica (Jason) Lewis, Rock Port; grandson, Dalton (Katie) Jones, Fairfax, Missouri; great-grandson, Rush Lewis; great-granddaughter, Baylin Lewis; step great-granddaughter, Alexis Lewis, Tarkio; sisters, Sheila (Bob) Buchan, Mesa, Arizona, Sheleen (Butch) Gayler, Ozark, Missouri; sisters-in-law, Regena Irvine, Fort Calhoun, Nebraska, Cherie Beason, Kansas City, Missouri; aunt, Nedra Griffith, Kansas City, Missouri; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear lifelong friends. 

Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 10, 2019, Westboro United Methodist Church, Westboro, Missouri.

Interment: Center Grove Cemetery, Westboro.

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Terry Wynn Carlisle, the daughter of Dallas and Betty Jo (Smith) Carlisle, was born February 19, 1947 in Fairfax, Missouri.  She graduated from Rock Port High School, Rock Port Missouri in 1965. Terry had three daughters with O.L. Chastain: Lisa, Shelly and Aimee. 

Terry was a self-employed housekeeper and pet sitter. She resided in Kansas City for many years and settled in Tarkio in 2016. She loved volunteering at the Community Hospital Auxiliary gift shop and was passionate about supporting Go Shout Love. Terry enjoyed spending time with her daughters and their families and creating many memories together. She loved going on adventures with her girlfriends in her little red Kia. Her hobbies were many, including going to garage sales, finding homes for stray pets and drinking “margs with salt.” Terry passed away Monday, December 2, 2019 at her home, at the age of 72. 

Besides her father, and step-father, Dean Lane, Terry was preceded in death by two nephews, Billy White and Kerry Beasing.  Survivors include her three daughters, Lisa (Jay) Erdman, Cameron, Missouri, Shelly (Rick) Toneske, Jackson, New Jersey, Aimee (Greg) Cluck, Highland, Kansas; mother, Betty Lane, Tarkio; two sisters, Shari (Doug) Laird, Urbandale, Iowa, Cyndi (Dennis) Caudill, Tarkio; five grandchildren; four great grandchildren, and two nieces. 

As Terry always said, “Life is Good.” 

Celebration of Life Memorial Service: 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 6, 2019,

First Christian Church, Rock Port, Missouri.

A private family inurnment will be held at a later date.

Services: Davis Funeral Home,

Richard O. Carroll, the son of Donald Eugene Sr. and Helen Lucille (Sliger) Carroll, was born on October 31, 1950, in Maryville, Missouri. Richard graduated from Redondo Beach High School, Redondo Beach, California in 1968. 

On November 4, 1968, Richard entered the United States Navy where he served his country during the Vietnam War as a Quartermaster on the USS New Orleans and USS Valley Forge. Richard received his honorable discharge on November 3, 1974. 

Richard was employed in Hotel and Motel Management as a financial auditor in Marina del Rey, California and Prescott, Arizona. In 1989, Richard was employed by the Horse Shoe Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, supervising live table games as a Pit Boss Following his mother’s death in 2007, Richard returned to Rock Port to care for his father where he lived to the present time. Richard enjoyed watching old movies and competing at anything. 

Richard passed away, Thursday, June 11, 2020, at the Omaha VA Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska, at the age of 69. 

Besides his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his brother, Don Jr. Survivors include a host of friends. 

The body has been cremated.

Graveside Service and Inurnment: 10:30 A.M., Friday, June 19, 2020 at Greenhill Cemetery, Rock Port.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Phyllis L. Clark, the daughter of Harry Harvey and Elizabeth Marie (Hartman) Amthor was born September 23, 1924 on the family farm in Tarkio, Missouri.  Phyllis graduated from Tarkio High School in 1942. 

On February 24, 1946, Phyllis was united in marriage to Alfred Walker Clark, Jr. and they became the parents of three children, Steven Lee, Nancy June, and Connie Louise.  Phyllis and “Jr.” enjoyed many vacations in Colorado, on a Dude Ranch riding horses.  “Jr.” passed away December 6, 1978. 

Phyllis was a nurse’s aide at Community Hospital, Fairfax, Missouri and at Dr. Edward Niedermeyer’s office in Tarkio. 

Phyllis was a member of the Tarkio Presbyterian Church.  She enjoyed growing large gardens of vegetables, and harvested fruit from her trees to sell and preserve for the winter.  She also had beautiful flowers and plants growing throughout her yard.  Phyllis enjoyed dancing, sewing and made many dresses for her granddaughter. 

Besides her parents and husband “Jr.”, Phyllis was preceded in death by daughter-in-law, Judy Clark, son-in-law, Larry Diehl, and brother, Dean Amthor.  Survivors include, children, Steven Clark, Wichita, Kansas, Nancy Hughes, Farragut, Iowa, Connie (Byron) Johnson, Warrensburg, Missouri; four grandchildren, Amy Lynn Hughes, Marc William Micari, Brent Matthew Johnson, Christopher Michael Johnson; five great-grandchildren, Ashley, Colton, Dalton, Deklan, Lumen; two great great-grandchildren, Jayden, Alexi; brother, Larry (Anne) Amthor, Tarkio; numerous nieces and nephews. 

Memorial Service: 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 21, 2020, Tarkio Presbyterian Church, Tarkio.

Inurnment: Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Services: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, 

Sue Ann Davis, the daughter of Donald Reid and Lou Ella (Miller) Davis, was born November 15, 1954 in Fairfax, Missouri.  Sue graduated from Tarkio High School in 1973. She began working as a teller while still in high school for the currently named Farmers State Bank in Tarkio.  She was very close to her 50th year with the bank when she became ill. 

Sue was an active and faithful member of the United Methodist Church, Tarkio, where she  served with the youth group and the hospitality committee.  She enjoyed the theatre and was a member of the Southwest Iowa Theatre group.  She was currently serving on the board there. Sue was an avid reader who loved people and her family.  Sue passed away Thursday, April 30, 2020 at Community Hospital-Fairfax, Fairfax, at the age of 65. 

Sue was preceded in death by her parents.  Survivors include her brother Jim Davis, Fairmont, West Virginia; nieces, Katy Ann Moore and her husband Justin, Springdale, Arkansas, and Elizabeth Jane Powers and her husband Stephen, Rogers, Arkansas; three great nephews, two great nieces and one very special great great-nephew; and a host of many friends who are all very saddened by her sudden passing. 

Memorial Service: 10:00 a.m., Monday, May 4, 2020, at Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Services are under the arrangement of Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Frances H. Fischer, the daughter of Earl and Juanetta (Weaver) Poe, was born June 6, 1930 in Grant City, Missouri.  She attended Watson and Tarkio, Missouri schools. 

On June 1, 1949, Frances was united in marriage to Carroll Fischer in Rock Port, Missouri.  They made their home in the “Fischer Timber” west of Watson until 1953, when they moved to Easton, Missouri. 

Frances loved all people.  She was a devout Christian and a soul winner and wore out several cars hauling the local Easton children to and from Sunday school and Bible school at Midway Baptist Church south of Easton.  Many of the youth she loved returned throughout the years to thank her and tell how they eventually were saved and are serving in their churches because of her influence.  She also enjoyed playing the organ at church. 

Frances loved yard work and always had beautiful gardens.  For a short time, she worked at Woolworth’s department store.  Frances passed away Sunday, February 2, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care, St. Joseph, Missouri at the age of 89. 

Besides her parents, Frances was preceded in death by one grandson, Russell Franklin and two great-grandchildren, Ethan Russell Owen and Kristen Gatton; siblings, MaryAnn Rohwer, Robert Poe, Edgar Poe, Earvin Poe.  Survivors include husband Carroll Fischer, Easton; children, Danny (Winona) Fischer, Watson, Jeanie Ann Fischer, Easton, John (Donna) Fischer, Easton, Pat Franklin, Princeton, Missouri; 14 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and great great-grandchildren; sisters, Viola Gough, Sara Thompson, Ruby Feurt; brother, Arthur Poe. 

Graveside Service and Interment: 12:00 noon, Thursday, February 6, 2020, High Creek Cemetery, Watson, Missouri.

Services directed by Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Vic L. Graybill, the son of Lynn Keith and Margaret Grace (Schuster) Graybill was born July 30, 1937 in Logan, Iowa. Vic attended the Shelby, Iowa and Rock Port, Missouri schools, graduating in 1956. 

On May 19, 1957, Vic was united in marriage to Marcialea Lehman at Tarkio Methodist Church and resided in Tarkio. In 1963, they moved to Aurora, Colorado where Vic owned and operated a janitorial service and a dry cleaning business. In 1976, they returned to Tarkio, where Vic owned a dump truck and operated it for Fleming Babcock, Incorporated of Riverside, Missouri. In 1980, Vic started Tarkio Tire and then in 1984, opened Graybill Tire and Repair in Rock Port. This business expanded to include service bays for semi-trucks, a chrome and detail shop and a tow and repair service. In 2014, Vic sold his business and retired due to ill health. In April of 2019, Vic and Marcialea moved to Maryville, Missouri where they resided till the present time. Vic passed away Sunday, February 2, 2020 at Maryville Living Center, Maryville, at the age of 82. 

Vic was a lifetime member of the Tarkio Presbyterian Church. He also enjoyed golfing and taking trips in his RV. 

Besides his parents, Vic was preceded in death by sister, Merry Jackson, son-in-law, Buck Gearhart, nephew, Erik Graybill. Survivors include his wife, Marcialea Graybill, Maryville; children, Randy Graybill, Tarkio, Stacie Clevenger, Maryville, Scott (Melissa) Graybill, Kansas City, Missouri, Sherry (Tim) Volker, Auburn, Nebraska, Shawn (Laura) Graybill, Kansas City; brother, Larry (Dorothy) Graybill, Alvin, Texas; brother-in-law, J.M. Jackson, Mound City, Missouri; ten grandchildren, four great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. 

Memorial Service: 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 15, 2020, Tarkio Presbyterian Church, Tarkio.

Inurnment: Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Services: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Mo

Calla Marie (Struthers) Gutierrez, the daughter of Gise W. (Bill) and Dorothy Ann (Nielsen) Struthers, was born on April 30, 1956 in Atlantic, Iowa. She attended Rock Port High School, Rock Port, Missouri, graduating in 1974. 

On October 16, 1979, Calla was united in marriage to Andres P. Gutierrez in Savannah, Missouri. They became the parents of three children, Daniel, Andrea, and Denzil. 

Calla was employed by Missouri Beef Packers, Phelps City, Missouri until 1982. She was then employed by Casey’s General Store, Rock Port for 5 years and finally Cargill Meat Solutions, Nebraska City, Nebraska, retiring in 2018. 

Calla enjoyed working and shopping, but most of all she loved spending time with her family. Calla passed away Thursday, May 21, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care, St. Joseph, Missouri, at the age of 64. 

Besides her parents, Calla was preceded in death by sister, Kathy Nauman and brother, Joe Struthers. Survivors include husband, Andres Gutierrez, Rock Port; children, Daniel Gutierrez, Clarinda, Iowa, Andrea Gutierrez, Rock Port, and Denzil Gutierrez, Rock Port; brother, Mark Struthers and his wife, Lauren, St. Joseph; brother-in-law, Bill Nauman and his wife, Janet, Rock Port; Nieces, Amy, Hilary, Libby, and Hannah; Nephews, Kaley and Manuel; numerous great nieces and nephews; and numerous other family and friends. 

Memorial Service: 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, May 27, 2020, at First Christian Church, Rock Port.

Private family inurnment, Linden Cemetery, Rock Port.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Dianna Rose Hall, age 62 of rural Rock Port, MO passed away on Monday, May 25, 2020 at Nebraska Methodist Hospital in Omaha, NE.

Dianna was born on June 12, 1957 at the Hamburg Hospital in Hamburg, IA; the daughter of James Francis Zuck, Sr. and Mary Kathryn (Henderson).  She grew up and attended school in Hamburg, graduating with the Class of 1975.

She married Roger Snyder in 1975 in Hamburg, IA and later married John K. Hall on October 3, 2000 in Rock Port, MO.  Dianna worked as the Activity Director for Sidney Healthcare Center (n/k/a Sidney Ambassador) for some 25 years.  She enjoyed playing the piano, dancing and all types of music.  She also loved her Shih Tzu dogs; but her greatest love was her family.

Those left to cherish her memory include her husband John Hall of Rock Port, MO; children:  Shannon Snyder and wife Alise of Sidney, IA, Mindy Nelson and husband Eric of Walnut, IA,

step-son Kelly Joe Hall of Council Bluffs, IA; five grandchildren:  Shaye Snyder, Sloane Snyder, Heidi Hall, Halle Hall and Zeb Hall; siblings:  Gloria J. Weber (Karl Hobbie) of Shenandoah, IA, James Francis Zuck, Jr. (Diane) of Hamburg, IA and Judy C. Becker (Louie) of Hamburg, IA; other family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

A Graveside Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 29, 2020 at Mt. Olive Cemetery southeast of Hamburg with Fr. Raphael Assamah officiating

Bea Harvill, the daughter of Chancel and Sarah Marie (Sowards) Conn was born November 15, 1929, in Allendale, Missouri.  She attended Maryville, Missouri schools and lived the majority of her life in the Maryville and Tarkio, Missouri areas. 

In 1951, Bea was united in marriage to Wilbur “Pinky” Wiley.  Pinky passed away in 1986.  Bea was then united in marriage to Don Harvill, who preceded her in 2003.  Don and Bea both retired from the Tarkio School district.  Bea was a custodian and Don was the bus manager for many years.  Bea passed away Saturday, January 18, 2020 at Community Hospital – Fairfax, Fairfax, Missouri, at the age of 90. 

Besides her parents and husbands, Wilbur Wiley and Don Harvill, Bea was preceded in death by brothers, Denzil Conn, Dorsey Conn and Delmar Conn. Survivors include her children, Denzil (Sheila) Zimmerman, Bolivar, Missouri, Linda Cottle, St. Joseph, Missouri, and Gary Wiley, Tarkio; nine grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and three great great-grandchildren. 

Memorial Service: 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 1, 2020, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Missouri.

Private Family Inurnment at a later date at Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Barbara Jean (Herron) Hatcher was born September 6, 1955, in Fairfax, Missouri. She passed away on April 4, 2020, in Fairfax, Missouri, at the age of 64 after a hard battle with cancer. She was the daughter of Dean and Phyllis Herron, who both preceded her in death. 

Barbara is survived by her brothers, Kenny Herron and wife, Paula, of Rock Port, Missouri, and Rick Herron and wife, Cathy, of Rock Port; sister, Cathy (Herron) Kimzey of San Leandro, California; step-brother, Wes Askins and wife, Debbie, of Oakley, California; son, Michael Hatcher and wife, Julie, and grandsons, Tyler Hatcher and Colby Hatcher, of Elk Grove, California; son, Christopher Hatcher of Clinton, Oklahoma; and grandson, Kevin Hatcher of Brentwood, California. 

She married Dennis Hatcher (deceased) and moved to California after high school, where she eventually settled in Brentwood, California. She was Operations Manager for Pacific Utilities in Concord, California, for 31 years. She enjoyed spending time with and spoiling her beloved grandsons and family. Her favorite times were at the beach. She was very private and those close to her knew she fought a good fight. Anyone who crossed paths with this amazing woman couldn’t help but love and adore her. She made everyone feel special and loved and would do anything for anybody. There was no one like her on this earth. She will forever be greatly missed and loved. 

Barb’s wishes were to be cremated, with her ashes spread in the Pacific Ocean. She did not want services. The family will not be accepting any donations

Teresa L. Hickok, the daughter of Clifford E. and Kathryn (Thompson) Hill, was born May 4, 1956, in Fairfax, Missouri.  She attended school in Rock Port, Missouri graduating from Rock Port High School in 1974. 

Teresa was united in marriage to Doug Vette from 1974 to 2006.  They became the parents of one son, David Vette. On June 19, 2010, Teresa was united in marriage to her soulmate, Jim Hickok at the Rock Port Baptist Church.  They made their home in Rock Port till the present time. 

Teresa was formerly employed at Place’s, in Rock Port, as cashier and stocking shelves.  After it closed, she was employed at Tarkio Academy, Tarkio, Missouri, as the switchboard operator.  Teresa retired in the mid 2000’s. Teresa was a member of the Watson Baptist Church, Watson, Missouri, the American Legion Auxiliary, and a member of the Watson Quilter’s, enjoying quilting and crocheting.  Teresa was an avid reader and she enjoyed having fun with her grandchildren.  Teresa passed away Thursday, March 12, 2020 at her home in Rock Port, at the age of 63. 

She was preceded in death by her father, Clifford, and one brother, Cliff Hill. 

Survivors include her husband, Jim Hickok, Rock Port; mother, Kathryn Hill, Rock Port; son, David Vette (Nicole Salmond), Maryville, Missouri; grandson, Maven Vette, Maryville; additional children, Janette Garrett, St. Joseph, Missouri, Kimberly (Chuck) Henry, Ravenwood, Missouri; grandchildren, Rebecca Hopper, Jozlynn Hopper, Delaney Hopper, Braydon Hopper, Quentin Garrett; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 18, 2020, Watson Baptist Church, Watson, Missouri.

Interment: Linden Cemetery, Rock Port.

Services: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Julie Darlene Holmes, the daughter of Gilbert Dean and Linda Darlene (Jackson) Holmes, was born on August 30, 1968, in Fairfax, Missouri. Julie attended Rock Port schools, before graduating from Auburn High School, Auburn, Nebraska, in 1986. 

Julie lived her life from her heart. Everyone she met was a friend waiting to be made and she never wanted for anyone she knew to suffer. She gave, freely, to anyone in need and shared the pain of anyone who hurt. Julie would gladly go without if it meant that someone else did not have to. Her love was endless and her capacity to share it with everyone in her life was boundless. 

At a young age, Julie helped her dad, Gilbert, on the farm. As she grew older she worked in the service industry for many years, carrying on her love of making other people’s days a little happier, a little brighter, and a little easier. 

Julie enjoyed music and loved her grandchildren dearly. She grew up in the Watson Baptist Church, Watson, Missouri. Julie passed away, Thursday, June 4, 2020 at the age of 51. 

Julie was preceded in death by her infant daughters, Julie Ann and Nicole LeNae Holmes. Survivors include parents, Linda (Patrick) Fuston, Rock Port, and Gilbert (Delores) Holmes, Rock Port; children, Trey Holmes (fiancé Grace Allgood), Auburn, Moriah Brewer, Hutchinson, Kansas, and Jared Thomas, Rock Port; grandchildren, Tayton Holmes, Tannon Holmes, and soon to be born, Alaina Linn Johnson; siblings, Shannon Knapp, Shawnee, Kansas, Leo (Jenni) Holmes, Fairfax, Missouri, Clint (Erin) Holmes, Glenwood, Iowa, Josh (Tamla) Miller, Overland Park, Kansas, and Brett (Brea) Holmes, Weston, Missouri; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles and Hunter Boy (her cat). 

Graveside Service and Inurnment: 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, June 10, 2020, Linden Cemetery, Rock Port.

A celebration of Julie’s life will be held at Watson Community Building following the memorial service, Watson, Missouri.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Cletus Connor Jackson Jr., the son of Cletus Connor, Sr. and Mary Kathryn (Moore) Jackson, was born on August 18, 1963, in Omaha, Nebraska. He attended school in Snoqualmie, Washington. In 1981, Cletus entered the United States Navy where he served his country for two years. 

In the mid 1980s, Cletus was united in marriage to Renee Dummann and they became the parents of two children, Damion and Danielle. They were later divorced. In 2002, Cletus was united in marriage to Camille Adams in Omaha. They became the parents of one child, Jordan. Camille passed away on May 27, 2017. 

Cletus was employed by Weyerhaeuser in Washington, grading lumber. After returning to Omaha in 2002, he was employed by Werner Enterprises dispatching trucks hauling over the road. 

Cletus enjoyed fishing, bowling, playing pool, and watching Star Trek episodes. Cletus passed away, Monday, June 29, 2020, at his home in Rock Port, Missouri at the age of 56. 

Besides his father and wife, Camille, Cletus was preceded in death by daughter, Jessica Gutierrez and sister, Melissa Jackson. Survivors include children, Damion (Lindsay) Jackson, Corvallis, Montana, Danielle (Matthew) Rathie, Corvallis, and Jordan Jackson, Rock Port; numerous grandchildren; mother, Kay Jackson, Rock Port; sister, Dianna Miller, Rock Port; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

Private family graveside service and inurnment: Monday, July 6, 2020 at Linden Cemetery, Rock Port.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Billy Joe Johnson, the son of Oscar William and Gertrude Fern (Fahsler) Johnson, was born October 27, 1949 in Hamburg, Iowa.  He attended the Rock Port, Missouri and Tarkio, Missouri schools. Bill enlisted in the United States Navy on January 12, 1968, and served his country on the United States Ship “Graffias” during the Vietnam War.  Bill received his honorable discharge on October 15, 1969. 

On May 2, 1970, Bill was united in marriage to Lyllis Ann Chaney in Rock Port.  They became the parents of one son, Michael E. and Bill became the stepfather to Lyllis’ daughter, Pam.  The family later moved to Tarkio. Lyllis passed away in 2009. 

Bill was employed by the Tarkio City Street Department, Tri-City Concrete, Tarkio, Cargill Hyde Plant, Phelps City, Missouri, Zip-Stop truck stop and Trails End, both of Rock Port. Bill enjoyed playing bingo and slots at White Cloud Casino.  He also enjoyed fishing, camping and hunting. Bill passed away Sunday, December 1, 2019 at Community Hospital – Fairfax, Fairfax, Missouri, at the age of 70. 

Besides his father and wife, Lyllis, Bill was preceded in death by son, Michael Johnson and brother, Jerry Johnson.  Survivors include his mother, Gertrude Johnson, Tarkio; brother, Ted (Sharon) Johnson, Farragut, Iowa; sisters, Shirley Schebaum, Farragut, and Barbara (Junior) Hines, Tarkio; step daughter, Pam (Joey) Corbin, Tarkio; daughter-in-law, Crystal Johnson, Elk Falls, Kansas; granddaughter, Amber Johnson, Elk Falls; and numerous other grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service: 10:30 a.m., Thursday, December 5, 2019, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Interment: Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

In 2004, Jennifer was united in marriage to Jeremiah Junior. Together they raised three children, Heather, Melissa, and Andrew. They are currently separated. 

For many years, Jennifer was employed by Trails End and Graybill Tire, Rock Port, and Honeywell, Nebraska City, Nebraska. For a short period, Jennifer worked at KJ’s Café in Alma, Nebraska, as a line cook. 

Jennifer was passionate about her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed being outdoors and fashioning jewelry and keyrings from deer antlers. She was the party planner of the family, baking cakes and making sure everyone was together in the right place. “Life was made for having fun!” 

Jennifer passed away Thursday, May 21, 2020 at Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska, at the age of 42. 

Besides her father, Jennifer was preceded in death by siblings, Jody Parsons, Travis Lambert, and Genie (Parsons) Perry; nephew, Garret Parsons. Survivors include children, Heather Parsons, Watson, Missouri, Melissa (Braden Sikes) Parsons, Alma, Nebraska, and Andrew Perry, Watson; grandchildren, Collin and Arlo Cates, Mazie, Emerald, and Wesley Sikes; mother, Darlene Lambert, Craig, Missouri; brothers, Lonnie Parsons and Donnie (April Kindle) Parsons, Watson; half-brother and sister, Luci and Phil Parsons; nieces and nephews, Jacob, Nicole, Mitchell, Shawn, Martin, Kylie, Chelsea, Kristin, Tyler, Crystal and McKayla;  numerous aunts and uncles; best friends, Stacy Tudor and Travis Holmes. 

Funeral Service: Tuesday, May 26, 2020, 11:00 A.M., Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Missouri.

A private family inurnment: Center Grove Cemetery, Westboro, Missouri.

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Steven R. King

1954 – 2020 

Fairfax, MO-Steven R. King, 65, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2020 at Pleasant View Nursing Home, Rock Port.

The body has been cremated. 

All Memorial Services Pending:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Laurence (Larry) Dale Knepper, 89, of Springfield, MO, formerly of Tarkio, MO passed away peacefully on Friday, December 6, 2019 at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, MO after a brief illness. Larry was born on May 20, 1930 in Maryville, MO, to George W Knepper and Ethel F Obert Knepper. He graduated from Tarkio High School in 1949 and the University of Nebraska College of Agriculture with an Associate Degree in Applied Science in 1951. He remained a passionate Nebraska Huskers fan for the rest of his life. At age 19 he won the Kansas City Open for Clay pigeon shooting. There were more than 100 participants. In his words, “It was windy as heck and I was quick then, I’d get them as they’d come out of trap.” 

Larry was a member in the US Naval Reserves and one day he was told he would be taking a cruise. He ended up on the aircraft carrier, USS Kula Gulf, and found himself in the sea off Korea during the Korean conflict.  His two week cruise ended up lasting several months and he served in supply before returning to the states. 

Larry sat on the board of Directors of Tarkio Pelleting Corporation in Tarkio, MO. He helped build, and in its early years, manage, Feeders Grain Storage, a division of Tarkio Pelleting Corporation. He had many years in elevator management including Checkerboard Grain in Kansas City, MO. He also managed two large country elevators in western Kansas and western Nebraska for CGF Grain and Rickel Grain Companies. 

Larry and Delaine Ann Sass were married in 1951. To this union two children were born, daughter, Teresa Ann and son, Allan Dale. Larry and Delaine farmed in rural Atchison County Missouri. Delaine passed away in 1955. Larry then married Mary Lou Morton; they were divorced. 

Larry married Nancy Ennis Knepper, nee Cain on July 29, 1978 in Falls City, NE. They moved to Grant, NE where Larry worked as manager of Grainton Elevator in Grainton, NE. An opportunity came to purchase Sidney Sales Agency, a Montgomery Ward Catalog Store in Sidney, NE, which he and Nancy owned and operated for four years. While in Sidney, Larry became an Emergency Medical Technician II and worked with the ambulance crew. He was in charge of critically ill infants who were transported to Denver Children’s Hospital. In Sidney, Larry was in the Lions Club, Elks Club and the Civil Air Patrol. He was a pilot of single engine aircraft, flying mostly at night. In 1986 Larry and his family moved to Springfield, MO. 

Larry was an avid outdoorsman. He loved fishing and particularly hunting. He was passionate about turkey hunting. Larry was a Master Gardener. He and Nancy started Larry’s Berries and Nancy’s Greenhouse growing strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, apples and flowers. Larry loved to work in his yard and would spend hours manicuring the grass and planting large gardens.                        While in the Springfield area he was a leader in the Willard Tigers 4-H club. Oh, did I tell you he loved ice cream. Larry was a past member of the Elks Club in Springfield and the American Legion in Kimberling City. He loved to help cook their Friday night meals. Did I mention, he loved ice cream very much. 

Larry is survived by his beloved wife, Nancy of 41 years, and his adopted daughter, Charna Marie Knepper, both of Springfield, MO; daughter Teresa Knepper Smith, husband Bill, of Tarkio, MO; grandson Brett Smith of Dallas, TX; granddaughter Melanie Smith Freeland, husband David of Los Angeles, CA; son Allan, wife Barbara of Clovis, CA; grandson Capt. John Z Knepper of N. Carolina and his wife, Jenna; grandson Zechariah Knepper attending Princeton University; 5 great grandchildren, Savanna and Beckett Smith of Atlanta, GA, Emerson Freeland of Los Angeles, and Luke and Peyton Smith of Dallas, TX. 

The family wishes to express our sincere gratitude to the physicians, staff and caregivers at Willard Care Center in Willard, MO, where Larry resided since May 2017, and the physicians and staff at Mercy Hospital, ER and Floor 4C, Springfield, MO.  The family suggests memorials in memory of Larry, in lieu of flowers, to the Tarkio Presbyterian Church, 700 Maple St., Tarkio, MO 64491 or the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri. 

FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 p.m., Saturday, December 14, 2019, First Presbyterian Church, Tarkio.

INTERMENT: Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Military Rites under the auspices of Allen-Schiffern American Legion Post #199, Tarkio.

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William Delmar “Bill” Lee, the son of Gerald Francis and Virginia Lea (Wallace) Lee, was born on October 22, 1971. Bill graduated from Tarkio High School in 1990. Following graduation, Bill worked for Dr. Espey in Tarkio, Kawasaki Corp., Maryville, Missouri, Ag Partners, Tarkio, and also helped farmers in the area. 

On August 2, 1997, Bill was united in marriage to Barbara Hardy at the United Methodist Church, Tarkio, by Rev. Culver.  They made their home in Tarkio and became the parents of two daughters, Megan and Brooke.  Bill was employed by NAPA Auto Parts stores in Tarkio and Rock Port, Missouri, Agri-Vision, Hamburg, Iowa and was currently employed at Advanced Pork Systems in Tarkio.  Bill loved the outdoors and working livestock on the family farm. Bill was a wonderful son, husband and dad to his girls.  He loved his family deeply.  Bill passed away Sunday, December 29, 2019 at his home, at the age of 48. 

Bill attended the Tarkio United Methodist Church and was a member of the Tarkio Baptist Church.  He also served on the Atchison County Fair Board. 

Bill was preceded in death by his father, Gerald Lee.  Survivors include his wife, Barb Lee; daughters, Megan Lee and Brooke Lee, Tarkio; mother, Cindy Lee, Tarkio; sister, Missy (Robert) McClellan, Barnard, Missouri. 

Funeral Service: 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 3, 2020, United Methodist Church, Tarkio.

Interment: Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

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Karen Arcoseba Lester, the daughter of John and Julie (Arcoseba) Lester, was born on September 10, 1990 in Los Gatos, California. Karen attended Ridgefield, Washington Schools and graduated from Tarkio High School in 2009. She attended college at Missouri Western University, St. Joseph, Missouri and Park University, Parkville, Missouri. 

Because of Karen’s many illnesses, she was not able to work regularly, however she had been employed as a nurse’s aide at John Knox Village, Lee Summit, Missouri. She especially enjoyed volunteering at the Tarkio Nutrition Center, Tarkio, and Camp Quality Greater Kansas City, Lee Summit, for terminally ill children. Karen and Julie would purchase clothes, toys, electronics, and shoes to mail to the Philippines for the many children in need. She was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Tarkio and was also a leader for a Catholic Group on the Missouri Western University campus. Karen passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2020, at Community Hospital-Fairfax, Fairfax, Missouri, at the age of 29. 

Karen was preceded in death by her grandfather, Redento Mercolita, grandmother, Sharon Hines; aunt, Kay Baucom. Survivors include her parents, John and Julie (Arcoseba) Lester, Tarkio; grandparents, Paul and Karen Lester, Tarkio, grandmother, Pacencia Arcoseba, Cadano, Philippines and grandfather, Bill Hines, Tarkio; Uncles, Ronnie (Trudy) Baker, Fairfax, Missouri, Duane (Sarah) Lester, Tarkio, Matthew (Alyssa) Lester, Washington, DC; numerous cousins. 

Private Family Graveside Service: Friday, May 8, 2020 at Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Interment: Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

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Charles William “Bill” Linthicum, the son of Carrick L. and Betty (Carroll) Linthicum, was born October 16, 1928 in Tarkio, Missouri.  He attended schools in West Plains, Missouri and rural Tarkio schools. 

On December 27, 1945, Bill was united in marriage to Carrol Delores Jones in Hiawatha, Kansas.  They made their home in West Plains until 1947, when they returned to Tarkio.  They became the parents of four children; Linda, Vickie, Ricky and Charles Wm. “Chuck” II.  Carrol passed away September 12, 1987. 

Bill owned and operated trucks; hauling livestock and grain for area farmers.  He also farmed and in the late 1980’s drove a school bus for Tarkio schools. After retiring in 1992, Bill was employed by Brown’s Ag & Seed in Tarkio and Rock Port, Missouri locations. Ill health forced Bill’s final retirement in 1998.  Bill passed away Friday, January 31, 2020, at Tarkio Rehabilitation and Healthcare at the age of 91. 

Bill was a good family man who enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing and spending time with his grandchildren.  He especially enjoyed watching Kansas City Chiefs football. 

Besides his parents and wife, Carrol, Bill was preceded in death by daughter, Vickie Klahn, grandson, Carrick Linthicum, brother, James Linthicum, sister, Gladys Smith and stepfather, Leon Colbert.  Survivors include daughter, Linda Michaelis, Tarkio; sons, Ricky A. Linthicum, Irving, Texas, Charles Wm. “Chuck” (Malisa) Linthicum II, Rock Port; five grandchildren, Jeff, Angie, Michelle, Colby, Caden; six great grandchildren; brother, Kenneth Linthicum; sisters, Wanda Meyer and Sue Colbert. 

Graveside Service and Interment:  11:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 4, 2020, Home Cemetery, Tarkio, Missouri.

Services: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

D. Evelyn Mackey

1925 – 2020 

Oregon, MO- D. Evelyn Mackey, 94, Oregon, formerly of Fairfax, Missouri, passed away Friday, February 7, 2020, at Oregon Care Center.  The body has been cremated. 

Doris Evelyn Mackey, the daughter of Harry William and Mamie (DeSmet) Thompson was born on May 10, 1925 in Fort Hale, South Dakota. Evelyn attended school in Fort Hale. 

On October 15, 1947, Evelyn was united in marriage to William D. Mackey in Hiawatha, Kansas. They made their home in the Atchison County area and became the parents of three children; Linda, Tom, and Billy. 

Evelyn was a homemaker. She enjoyed making homemade bread and cream pies. She was a member of the Lower Brule Sioux Tribe, Lower Brule, South Dakota. William passed away in 2001. Evelyn passed away Friday, February 7, 2020, at Oregon Care Center, Oregon, Missouri. 

Besides her parents and husband, William, Evelyn was preceded in death by daughter-in-law, Sandra Mackey; seven brothers and three sisters. Survivors include, children, Linda (Donald) Butcher, St. Joseph, Missouri, Tom Mackey, Fairfax, Missouri, and Billy (Beth) Mackey, Fairfax; brother, Elgin Thompson, Pierre, South Dakota; grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

Graveside Service and Inurnment: 11:00 A.M., Saturday, June 27, 2020, Hamburg Cemetery, Hamburg, Iowa.

There is no visitation.

Memorials: In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Oregon Care Center Activity Fund.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port, Missouri

Taylor Ann McCartney, the daughter of Marvin James McCartney and Martha Ann (Green) McCartney, was born on February 16, 1993 in Fairfax, Missouri. Taylor attended Tarkio High School in Tarkio, Missouri, graduating in 2011. She then attended Park University in Parkville, Missouri for one year before transferring to Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, Missouri graduating in 2016 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Education. Taylor was currently working on her Master’s degree. 

Taylor was employed by Atchison County Hy-Vee, Tarkio, where she worked during her high school and college years. She was also employed by American Eagle in Kansas City, Missouri and Rue 21, Maryville. Starting in 2017, Taylor was employed by Rissler Elementary, Trenton, Missouri, where she was teaching 2nd and 3rd grades. She loved working with the children and the staff. 

Taylor was a member of the First Baptist Church, Tarkio, and also helped in the nursery. She was always cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs and the Kansas City Royals. She enjoyed playing with kids when babysitting, reading, and swimming. You could always find Taylor playing with the Ramsey boys or laying across Jean’s lap. Anytime you saw Taylor around town she would always greet you with “Hey Dear” and before she left would say “Make good choices” which always brought a smile to everyone’s face. Taylor passed away Sunday, July 5, 2020 at her home in Trenton at the age of 27. 

Taylor was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Donald McCartney and Richard (Tiny) Miller. Survivors include father, Marvin McCartney, Tarkio, mother, Martha McCartney, Tarkio; sister, Shelby McCartney, Tarkio; grandparents, Janis (Ken) Truelove, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Gordon Green (Betty Hill), Northboro, Iowa, and Barbara Miller, Hopkins, Missouri; special friends, Jean Stevens, Tarkio, McKaiya (Jacob) Jacobs, Kansas City, Kelsey Meyer, Burlington Junction, Missouri, Jessica (Jordan) Ramsey, Burlington Junction, Jessica’s three sons, Quayde, Quentyn, and Quincy Ramsey; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. 

Inurnment: Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Fairfax, Missouri.

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Butch Messbarger, the son of Maurice C. and Velma (Cassel) Messbarger, was born on August 25, 1946, in Maryville, Missouri. Butch graduated from West Nodaway High School, Burlington Junction, Missouri in 1964. 

On June 6, 1964, Butch was united in marriage to Karen Kay Norris at the Catholic Church in Burlington Junction. They made their home in Burlington Junction and became the parents of three children, Quinten, Lonnie, and Laurie. In 1975, the family moved to Tarkio, Missouri, where they lived to the present time. 

Butch farmed with his dad, Maurice and helped operate their fertilizer business in Burlington Junction. For a short time he worked for Tom Simmons, helping farm the Burr Oak Ranch, south of Tarkio. In the mid 1980s, Butch began driving a tractor trailer for Maynard Freeman.  Butch would eventually own and operate Messbarger Trucking, where he hauled corn and soybeans for local farmers and numerous grain elevators. Butch enjoyed fishing, deer hunting and golfing with his sons.  He also enjoyed league bowling in Rock Port. 

Butch passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at his home in Tarkio, at the age of 73. 

Butch was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include, wife, Karen Messbarger, Tarkio; children, Quinten Messbarger, Columbia, Missouri, Lonnie Messbarger, Rea, Missouri, and Laurie Schacht (Fiancé Terry), Lebanon, Missouri; grandchildren, Alissa (Danny) Cunningham, Chrissy (Mike) Smith, Kaszmere Messbarger and Boston Messbarger; sisters, Caroline Helliker, Tammy McGuire, and Loyalea Henry-Marriott; brothers, Curtis Messbarger and Randy Messbarger; numerous nieces and nephews. 

Graveside Service and Interment: 11:00 A.M., Friday, June 5, 2020, Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Margaret A. Moore, the daughter of Roy Lawrence and Irene (Garner) Edwards, was born November 7, 1925 in a farm house outside of Watson, Missouri. She attended Lone Cedar country school and Rock Port High School graduating in 1943. 

On January 2, 1945, Margaret was united in marriage to Oscar L. Moore in Atchison, Kansas.  They made their home in Corning, Missouri and became the parents of three sons, Dick, Jerry and Wayne.  They later moved to Burlington Jct., Missouri, and then Rock Port, where she made her home to the present time. Oscar passed away in December of 2012. 

Margaret was a farmer’s wife and a hard worker.  They owned and operated Moore Fertilizer in Burlington Jct. until 1994.  Margaret planted multiple large gardens for flowers, fruits and vegetables, canning everything for her family.  She raised hundreds of chickens every year to clean and dress for sale in town along with the eggs.  Margaret enjoyed needlework, she was a 4H leader and an excellent cook and was known for her Christmas cookies and donuts.  She was a storyteller and loved sharing them with her many grandchildren which were her pride and joy. Margaret passed away Saturday, February 29, 2020, at Pleasant View Nursing Home, Rock Port, at the age of 94. 

Besides her parents and husband Oscar, Margaret was preceded in death by son, Jerry Moore; daughter-in-law, Maureen Moore; brothers, Leroy and Marion K. Edwards.  Survivors include sons, Dick (Kate) Moore, Logan, New Mexico, Wayne Moore, Rock Port; daughter-in-law, Amy Moore, Rock Port; 13 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren and seven great great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service: 10:30 a.m., Thursday, March 5, 2020, Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Interment: Grange Hall Cemetery, Rock Port.

Jerry Dean Murr, the son of Arthur and Rose (Workmeister) Murr, was born June 21, 1942 in Odebolt, Iowa.  Jerry attended Odebolt schools, and at the age of 17 interned with local electricians in Guthrie Center, Iowa, building the elementary and high school to learn the trade. 

In September of 1966, Jerry was united in marriage to Mary Lamaak at the Lutheran Church in Odebolt, and they became the parents of three children; Tracy, Tripp and Scott.  They made their home in Rock Port, Missouri until moving to Corning, Missouri in 1972.  Mary passed away June 5, 2018. 

Jerry was employed as an electrician for Missouri Beef Packers and then as an electrician and in refrigeration for Con-Agra in Nebraska City, Nebraska, retiring in late the 2000’s.  Jerry also worked in residential homes and helped area farmers with all their electrical needs.  Jerry passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at Mosaic Life Care, St. Joseph, Missouri at the age of 77 years. 

Besides his parents and wife, Mary, Jerry was preceded in death by grandson, Kayenne Hall, brothers, Ronnie Murr, Donnie Murr and sister, Fayetta Konradi.  Survivors include his children, Tracy Hall, (Randy Boatwright), Tarkio, Missouri, Tripp (Treva) Murr, Tulsa, Oklahoma, Scott (Alicia) Murr, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; grandchildren, Summer Hall, Rock Port, Veronica Holecek, Tarkio, Timbre Howell, Rock Port, Laura (Joe) Ortega, San Antonio, Texas, Christi (Clint) Miller, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Emily Murr, Tulsa; 10 great grandchildren; sisters, Delores Sprouse, Aurelia, Iowa, and Barb (Dick) Glau, Fort Dodge, Iowa. 

FUNERAL SERVICE: 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 4, 2019, Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

INTERMENT: Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port.

Maxine Eddy Murray, the daughter of Albert Charles and Maude Emaline (Singleton) Hall, was born August 23, 1925, in Ava, Missouri.  Maxine graduated from Fairfax High School, Fairfax, Missouri in 1943 and attended Platt – Gard Business University, St. Joseph, Missouri for two years.  Upon graduation, Maxine was employed at the Exchange Bank of Fairfax until 1948. 

On May 18, 1948, Maxine was united in marriage to Charles Eddy.  They resided in Rock Port, Missouri and Maxine began working at Citizen’s Bank & Trust, Rock Port, Missouri until retiring in November of 1989.   Early in the 1950’s, Maxine and Charles purchased a Dairy Sweet franchise, owning and operating their business in Rock Port until the 1970’s.  Charles passed away on July 1, 1986.  On November 25, 1989, Maxine was united in marriage to Morrell Murray and moved to San Antonio, Texas.  They later resided in Springfield, Missouri. Morrell passed away in March of 2015. Maxine passed away Thursday, March 26, 2020, at Community Hospital – Fairfax at the age of 94. 

Maxine was a member of the Ridgecrest Baptist Church, Springfield, the Order of the Eastern Star, where she was District Deputy Grand Matron for the State of Missouri from 1981-82.  She loved to play bridge and belonged to several bridge groups. 

Besides her parents and husbands, Charles and Morrell, Maxine was preceded in death by her sisters, Alberta (Wes) Smith and Oma (Gerald) Hawkins; brothers, Harold (Barbee) Hall, John Hall and Sterling Hall; grandchildren, Hawley Owens and Thaddeus Owens; nephews, Scott Hawkins and Jim Smith.  Survivors include her son, Alan Charles Eddy and wife, Mari, Shenandoah, Iowa; step-children, Deanna (George) Owens, Gerald (Jeannie) Murray; grandchildren, Zach Owens, Ashley Sandusky and Logan Murray; seven great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Joan Hall and Marge Hall; nieces, Rita Knierim, Lisa Hall Smith, Krista Burge, Susie Abbott, Sallie Crowl, Sandy Holoubek, MarShyllia LaMar, Gaeleene Weathers and Kamara Johnson; nephews, Greg Hall, Gary Hawkins, Richard Hawkins, H.A. Hawkins, Jeff Smith and Kevin Hall; numerous cousins. 

Due to the current restrictions, a memorial service will be held August 22, 2020, Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Private Family Graveside Service & Interment:  Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Fairfax.

David “The King” (Dave) Mutum, passed away amongst family in his home on May 28, 2020, in Fairfax, Missouri at the age of 69. 

Dave is survived by his wife, Teresa; children, Mike (Lea) Mutum, Brian Marr, Krystal (Skip) Vaughn, Jenifer (Mike) Roberts, Chad Rose, Eddie Rose and Maggie Ramirez; 24 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by mother and step-father, Wilma and Irving Foster; father, Burl Mutum; sister, Connie Knight and brother, Burl “Bud” Mutum. 

Dave was born on February 6, 1951. In 1994, Dave was united in marriage to Teresa (Marr) Rose in Council Bluffs, Iowa. In 2004, the couple moved to Fairfax. Dave loved living in the country outside of Fairfax. If someone asked he always said he was born and raised in the area. He loved living on “the hill” and he truly enjoyed mowing his lawn. Dave loved his family and his dogs. 

Dave was an accomplished welder by trade and worked in Missouri, Iowa and Nebraska retiring in 2015.  Dave also worked for many of the farmers in the area and liked to consider himself a “farmer”. Dave enjoyed going to auctions and collecting “precious treasures”. Remember, “one man’s junk is another man’s treasure.” His collections of treasures included shelves of vinyl records, Marilyn Monroe memorabilia and many, many antiques and vintage tools. He loved his music and he liked it loud. He enjoyed restoring vintage vehicles and two of his cars went to Paul Revere and the Raiders. 

It was Dave’s request to not have a “funeral”. Instead he would like all those who knew and cared about him to celebrate life. Have a party, make it fun and think about a wonderful, crazy, old man that didn’t know a stranger. A man who made friends everywhere he went. A man that will never be forgotten even if you only met him once. 

Memorials: David Mutum Memorial Fund

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Missouri

Phillip Nathan Randall, the son of General and Lena (Haer) Randall, was born on June 16, 1930, at his family’s home in Craig, Missouri. Phillip graduated from Craig High School. 

On May 28, 1948, Phillip enlisted in the United States Air Force where he was an instructor on the mechanical maintenance and repair of the B-29 Bomber. He was stationed at Sheppard Air Force Base, Wichita Falls, Texas and Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, Mississippi. Phillip received his Honorable Discharge on May 27, 1952 after earning the rank of Staff Sergeant. 

On June 24, 1951, Phillip was united in marriage to Wilma Fredora Krutz at the Lutheran Church in Craig. They made their home in the Corning, Missouri area and later moved to Rock Port, Missouri, living in their new home built by Phillip.  Phillip farmed and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Many knew him affectionately as “Catfish”.  During the late 1970’s and 1980’s they spent many enjoyable vacations in Hawaii. In 2011, they moved to Shawnee, Kansas due to Wilma’s health, and to be closer to their family. Wilma passed away in 2018. Phillip passed away Sunday, May 3, 2020, at Olathe Hospice House, Olathe, Kansas, at the age of 89. 

Besides his parents and wife, Wilma, Phillip was preceded in death by his sister Delores Howard and her husband Clavel, brother, Allan Randall;  brother-in-law, Robert Castleberry, brother-in-law, Ralph Phelps, and sister-in-law, Theresa Randall.

Survivors include two sons, Michael David (Carolyn) Randall, Olathe and Marcus Daniel (Jeanne) Randall, St. Charles, Missouri; daughter, Cynthia Elaine (Tim) Macek, Shawnee; seven grandchildren, Jason (Tellena) Randall, Eudora, Kansas, Jaime (Tyler) Farnworth, Ventura, California, Laura (Joel) Ensey, Marion, Kansas, Derek (Becky) Randall, Rosalia, Kansas, David (Whitney) Randall, Colorado Springs, Colorado, Elaine Macek, Kansas City, Missouri and Kevin Macek, Lawrence, Kansas; thirteen great-grandchildren, Ezra, Zane and Isaac Ensey, Aydnn, Easton and Hollis Randall, Harlee, Mason, Rylee and Jaxson Randall, Lillian and Camden Randall, and Olivia Farnworth; sisters, Marcia Castleberry, Wichita, Kansas, Karen (Noel) Fischer, King City, Missouri, Janice Phelps, Rock Port, brother, Nelson Randall, Stillwell, Kansas; numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service 1:00 PM Saturday, May 9, 2020, First Lutheran Church, Rock Port.

Interment: Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port where full military rites will be performed by Ralph Greer American Legion Post #49, Rock Port.

Services are under the direction of Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Elsie Fae Rhoades, the daughter of Chessten H. and Mary Elizabeth (Neal) McCoy, was born on March 10, 1921 in Jerico Springs, Missouri. She attended Central Country School and Tarkio High School, Tarkio, Missouri graduating in 1939. She then attended Tarkio College, Tarkio, Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island, and University of California, Berkeley. After returning to Tarkio, she graduated from Tarkio College with a Bachelor of Science in Philosophy and Master’s in English Literature from Northwest Missouri State University, Maryville, Missouri. 

On October 20, 1940, Elsie Fae was united in marriage to Everett (Dusty) Rhoades in Platte City, Missouri. They became the parents of three children; James Findley, Mary Beth, and Jane. Dusty passed away in 1971. 

Elsie Fae was employed by Shenandoah High School, Shenandoah, Iowa, where she taught English and Humanities for 17 years. She retired in 1985. She then began writing the very popular newspaper column “Ask Elsie Fae” in the Tarkio Avalanche. She was a member of the Tarkio United Methodist Church, Tarkio Mule Barn Theatre Guild, and directed numerous community theatre productions to raise money for the Mule Barn. She spearheaded the Niedermeyer Park Gazebo project. She was also a member of the Tuesday Club, PEO Chapter FF, Tarkio, she co-authored the Tarkio Trivia Book, and later was Emcee of multiple Community Hospital Celebrity Waiter Dinners. As a result of her interest in youth and social etiquette, she wrote a guide to table manners and courtesy, and went on to host classes for area youth. Elsie Fae was also active in numerous Tarkio College organizations. She could not fight the urge to host parties big or small, but most of all, she loved to dance… and she was a great dancer. If you don’t believe it, just “Ask Elsie!” Elsie Fae passed away Sunday, July 5, 2020 at Community Hospital- Fairfax, Fairfax, Missouri, at the age of 99. 

Besides her parents and her husband, Dusty, Elsie Fae was preceded in death by sister, Edna O’Dell and brother, Meryle McCoy. Survivors include, children, James Findley Rhoades, Janesville, Wisconsin, Mary Beth (Eddie) Bredensteiner, Westboro, Missouri, and Jane (Paul) McIntire, Buffalo, New York; grandchildren, Shelley (Mike) Murphy, Susan (Dale) Bird, Jake (Heather) Rhoades, Dallas (Jayson) Prather, Shane (Kymm) Bredensteiner, and Blu (Tommy) Dow; great- grandchildren, Molly, Marcus, Connor, Griffin, Lucy, Elizabeth, Dillon, River, Keely, and Mame; niece, Debbie (Todd) Allen, nephews, Bobby McCoy and Danny McCoy. 

Interment: Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

William L. “Bill” Rosenbohm, the son of Donald L. and Anna W. (Erdman) Rosenbohm, was born June 11, 1955 in Fairfax, Missouri.  Bill graduated from Rock Port High School, Rock Port, Missouri in 1973. 

In 1976, Bill was united in marriage to Emelia Olson in Fairfax, Missouri.  They became the parents of one daughter, Lisa.  They later divorced. 

Bill worked numerous jobs until disability forced his retirement. They include Missouri Beef Packers, Rock Port, restaurant management, auto repair and salvage yards all in the Kansas City, Missouri area. 

Bill was baptized and a lifelong member of First Lutheran Church, Rock Port.  Bill enjoyed cooking and listening to old country music. He enjoyed spending time with his grandkids and watching Kansas City Royals baseball and Chiefs football. Bill passed away Saturday, January 25, 2020, at Northeast Regional Medical Center, Kirksville, Missouri at the age of 64. 

Bill was preceded in death by his father, Donald, brother-in-law, Ray Oslin, and one great grandchild.  Survivors include two daughters, Lisa (Kenneth) Smith, Kansas City, Missouri, Christina (Brett) Hansen, St. Joseph, Missouri; two grandchildren, two great grandchildren; mother, Anna Rosenbohm, Rock Port; sisters, Marietta (Lawrence) Wedel, Rock Port, Peggy Oslin, Carson, Iowa, Rita (Jim) Kestner, Springville, New York; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. 

Funeral Service:   11:00 a.m., Thursday, January 30, 2020, First Lutheran Church, Rock Port.

Interment: Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port.

Services: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock P

Mona Lynn Sickman, the daughter of Robert Eugene and Phillis Joan (Grantham) Misemer, was born September 27, 1952, in Bethany, Missouri. In 1970 Mona graduated from Stanberry High School, Stanberry, Missouri. In 1975 she graduated from Northwest Missouri State University with a Bachelor’s of Fine Art. 

On August 15, 1975, Mona was united in marriage to Lee Roy Sickman at the Hope Lutheran Church, Maryville. They made their home in Maryville and became the parents of three children, Maridi Leigh, Tyler Eugene, and Carl Austin.  Tyler and Austin were born in Texas. 

In June of 1981, the family moved to Marshall, Texas where Mona was employed by a sports advertising company, where she created signs, caps, and t-shirts. She was a Dallas Cowboys fan and one season designed the art work on the Texas Tech football helmets. In 1991, the family moved to Tarkio, Missouri, where Mona worked at the Flower Mill for 20 years. She arranged flowers for nearly every occasion including weddings, birthdays, as well as created ribbons. She retired in 2017. 

Mona was a member of the First Christian Church, Rock Port.  She was a former Cub Master with the Tarkio Cub Scouts, and creator of many Mic-O-Say costumes.  She enjoyed puzzles, sewing, crocheting, cross word puzzles, scrap booking, Calligraphy and recently began quilting.  Mona passed away June 2, 2020 at her home in Tarkio at the age of 67. 

Besides her parents, Mona was preceded in death by daughter Maridi Leigh.  Survivors include, husband, Lee Roy Sickman, Tarkio; sons, Tyler (Morgan) Sickman, Essex, Iowa and Austin Sickman, Maryville; grandchildren, Korbin, Kemper, and Dylan; brothers, Gale (Sonia) Misemer, St. Joseph and Kendell Misemer, Stanberry; sister-in-law, Wanda Samson, Fremont, Nebraska; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M., Monday, June 8, 2020, First Christian Church, Rock Port, Missouri.

Interment: St. John’s Cemetery, Westboro, Missouri

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

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Eddie Dewayne Smith, the son of Oliver Gray and Margaret Louise (Keith) Smith, was born on May 26, 1953, in Akron, Ohio. He also lived in West Virginia and at a young age, he moved to Omaha, Nebraska. Eddie attended school in Omaha.

Eddie was employed in maintenance and in tree service for the Omaha Park Department. Eddie enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He affectionately called them his “grandbabies”. Eddie passed away on Friday, May 8, 2020, at Tarkio Rehabilitation and Health Care, Tarkio, Missouri, at the age of 66.

Besides his parents, Eddie was preceded in death by brothers, Denny Smith and Rusty Whaley. Survivors include daughter, Maggie (James Clausen) Ramirez, Fairfax, Missouri, two sons, Michael Norman, Council Bluffs, Iowa and Cole Smith, Omaha; grandbabies,  Adriana, Alejandra, Alicia Ramirez, all of Fairfax; sister, Sandra Austin, Carter Lake, Iowa, brothers, Mark Whaley, Council Bluffs, Kenny (Flora) Smith, Council Bluffs; sister-in-law, Joyce Smith, Omaha; numerous nieces and nephews. 

Memorial Service: 11:00 AM, Thursday, May 14, 2020, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

A private family inurnment will be held at a later date.

Luther H. Thompson, the son of Clarence Luther and Dorothy (Gass) Thompson, was born August 12, 1934 in Oldfield, Missouri. He passed into the loving arms of his Lord on December 6, 2019 at Community Hospital – Fairfax, Fairfax, Missouri at the age of 85. 

After moving to Southwest Iowa in 1936, Luther spent his youth attending Alma Mater Country School, south of Shenandoah, Iowa, and graduated from Farragut, Iowa High School in 1952.   He spent his youth playing sports and working on the farm. Luther accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior as a young man and was baptized into the Christian faith. 

On March 2, 1953, Luther entered into the United States Navy, and served his country aboard the U.S.S. Cayuga County and the U.S.S. Walter B. Cobb.  He left the US Navy with honors on February 21, 1957. 

On July 21, 1957, Luther married Margaret Jane Elliott, the love of his life, at the United Methodist Church in Farragut.  They recently enjoyed their 62nd wedding anniversary. 

In 1960, Luther received his Bachelor’s degree in Vocational Agricultural from Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa,  and for the next three years, he taught Vo-Ag in Manning, Iowa. 

In 1963, Luther and Jane moved to Rock Port, Missouri. Here they raised their three children, Doug, Mark, and Susan.  Rock Port was home for the rest of his life, and he loved supporting and encouraging his children in their many activities.  He was a tireless worker, but always found the time to teach and play sports and games with his children, and was a supportive and passionate audience at his childrens’ events. 

Upon arrival in Rock Port, Luther also began a career in banking at the Bank of Atchison County. Luther furthered his education, completing the Graduate School of Banking in 1971. He retired from the Bank of Atchison County after 30 years, having served as Bank President from 1979 to 1993. 

Luther loved his community and was always happy to help organize, participate, and administrate in several organizations, including Rock Port City Council, Fair Oaks Senior Housing board, Rotary Club (District Governor 1997), Community Hospital – Fairfax volunteer, and Missouri Bankers Association (President 1990-1991).  Luther’s church and his friends there were so important to him, and he enjoyed serving on many committees and endeavors at Rock Port United Methodist Church, even participating in the hand bell choir! 

A compassionate, caring, and loving soul, Luther was first and foremost a family man, pouring his heart into his family. His wisdom, advice, and timely sense of humor was appreciated by his family and friends alike.  He was good at pointing people in the right direction; a common parting remark to his cherished children and grandchildren was “Keep on doing the good things”.  He was loved dearly and will be greatly missed by all of the lives he touched: His family, church, community, and many, many friends, and acquaintances. 

Besides his parents, Luther was preceded in death by his brother, Gary Thompson, and sister, Mary Jane Johnson.  Survivors include his wife, Jane, Rock Port; children, Doug (Ginny), Boone, Iowa, Mark (Patty), Gladstone, Missouri, and Susan (Bob) Gardner, Shawnee, Kansas; six grandchildren, Mitchell and Morgan Thompson, Travis and Gentry Gardner, Josh and Mark Peters; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 11, 2019, United Methodist Church, Rock Port, Missouri 

Interment: Greenhill Cemetery, Rock Port. 

The family will receive friends from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 10th, at Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port. 

Wilma Katherine Vette the daughter of Charles W. and Cora (Vette) Broermann was born November 3, 1922 on the family farm outside of Westboro, Missouri.  Wilma attended the North Polk country school and graduated in 1941 from high school in Rock Port, Missouri. 

Wilma considered attending nursing school, but decided to stay home and farm with her father while her brothers, Harry and Donald went to college.  She took pride in her ability to “outpick” them both while harvesting corn by hand. 

On February 2, 1947, Wilma and Ralph Vette eloped to Bendena, Kansas to get married.  Their witnesses were Maggie and Willis Kemper.  They had no children but were survived by many loving nieces and nephews. 

Wilma and Ralph farmed the land they purchased from her dad Charles, which lay 2 miles from St. John’s Lutheran Church.  She lived her entire life within sight of St. John’s, until entering Tarkio Rehabilitation and Health Care in January 2015.  She also loved to reminisce about the good old days of “shucking corn” and milking, by hand, eight Guernsey cows morning and night.   She and Ralph were caretakers of St. John’s Cemetery for many years. She also sang in the choir her entire life. 

Although naturally quiet and reserved, she was always eager to take part in St. John’s crazy skits.  From a disguise in the Centennial Beard growing contest, to her “whitey tightys” in a parody of Bryan Ebert’s career as an underwear model.  She was “married” to Donnie Laumann, as Johnny Cash, more times than June Carter. 

She loved all animals, even the Skunk that lived in her cellar, but especially her dog Lollipop who was with her for 16 years…lucky dog!!  She will be missed, but never forgotten.  Wilma passed away Monday, January 20, 2020 at Tarkio Rehabilitation and Health Care at the age of 97. 

Besides her parents Wilma was preceded in death by husband Ralph of 43 years and her brothers, Harry and Donald.

Westboro, MO- Wilma K. Vette, 97, passed away Monday, January 20, 2020, at Tarkio Rehabilitation and Healthcare, Tarkio, Missouri.

Funeral Service: 10:30 a.m., Saturday, January 25, 2020, St. John’s Lutheran Church, Westboro.

Interment: St. John’s Cemetery, Westboro.

Services: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Kenneth Elvin Young, the son of Edward and Mary (Christian) Young, was born on September 30, 1945 in St. Joseph, Missouri. He attended Mound City High School, Mound City, Missouri graduating in 1963. 

Kenneth worked on the farm with his dad until entering the United States Air Force on March 17, 1966. He served his country during the Vietnam War as a Crew Chief on the Lockheed C-141 Starlifter. On January 21, 1967, Kenneth was united in marriage to Karen Sue Bennington in Rock Port. They made their home on Travis Air Force Base, Fairfield, California. Kenneth received his Honorable Discharge as a Staff Sergeant on November 29, 1971. 

Following his discharge, the couple moved back to Mound City and became the parents of two children, Jason and Candie. Kenneth returned to farming until retiring only four years ago at the age of 70. 

Kenneth was a thrill seeker. He enjoyed racing cars, skydiving, and hang gliding. He assembled and piloted Ultralight airplanes, and designed a new Ultralight to spray crops in Central America. Kenneth built and flew remote controlled airplanes, and loved music.  Kenneth excelled at water skiing and taught numerous people how to slalom and ski barefoot. He lived life to the fullest. However, Kenneth’s children and grandchildren were his greatest joy, and he treasured the time spent together. Kenneth passed away suddenly, Monday, May 11, 2020, at his home in Mound City, at the age of 74. 

Besides his parents, Kenneth was preceded in death by brother, Byron Young; brothers-in-law, Ronnie Bennington and Dale Bennington. Survivors include wife, Karen Young, Mound City; son, Jason (Sabrina) Young, Jackson, Missouri and daughter, Candie (James) McNealy, Humboldt, Nebraska; grandchildren, Dylan Young, Austin Young, Jayden McNealy, Jaylie McNealy; brothers, Edward Eugene (Verna) Young, Richard (Delores) Young, and Robert (Lou) Young; brothers-in-law, Gary (Jayne Ann) Bennington, Rock Port, Missouri, Gale (Debbie) Bennington, Chesterfield, Missouri; sisters-in-law, Sharon Bennington, Rock Port, and Jane (Mark) Hausmann, St. Joseph; numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service: 10:30 AM, Friday, May 15, 2020, First Lutheran Church, Rock Port, Missouri.

Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery, Mound City.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.