Charlotte Marie (Gardner) Armstrong was born in Payne, Iowa on June 11, 1931. She grew up in Hamburg, Iowa and married Gerald “Tiny” Armstrong on December 31, 1948. They lived in northwest Missouri most of their married lives and became parents of four children.

Charlotte worked for several years at Wright Nursery in Hamburg. After their children were born, she was a stay-at-home mom, but found time to sell fireworks, grow watermelons, and raise AKC registered poodles, dachshunds, westies and shiatzus. She also raised rabbits, chickens, turkeys, Guinea’s, geese, and pigs.

One of her favorite memories was picking up corn with Arvella Roberts, Mary Harbin, and Lucille Webster. Charlotte loved to garden, and go hunting and fishing with Tiny.

Following her husband’s death, Charlotte moved to live with her daughter Christy in Minnesota. She became an avid Minnesota Twin’s fan, and continued her love for dogs, spending time with her companion Shiatzu, Bear.

Charlotte passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2019 at the age of 87.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George "Dick" and Irene (Rumery) Gardner; her husband in 2011; their son, Glenn; sister, Georgie Branson; and brother, Suel Gardner.

She is survived by her children, Gerald “Denny” Armstrong, Lawrence, Kansas, Marcha Armstrong, Tarkio, Missouri, Christy (Dave) Hatcher, Stillwater, Minnesota, and honorary daughter, Mary Eyman, Omaha, Nebraska; daughter-in-law, Anita Armstrong, Watson, Missouri;  former son-in-law, Ron Lotter, Auburn, Nebraska; former daughter-in-law, Wanda Armstrong, Lenexa, Kansas; grandchildren, Tina Reynolds, Margie Armstrong-Harper, Dolly (Kris) Brechin, Beau, Michael, Jacob, and David Armstrong, Jeff Lotter (Dawn Niles), Shawn (Nicole) Lotter, Rhonda (Craig) Aue, Lindsey, Miles and Kelsey Hatcher; and numerous great grandchildren.

Services:  Saturday, March 30, 2019, 3:00 pm, Linden Christian Church, Rock Port, Missouri. Family will greet friends beginning at 2:00 at the church. Interment: Linden Cemetery.

Aileen Ora (Garst) Bemberger was born on November 13, 1916, in Watson, Missouri. Aileen was one of three children born to Leon L. and Alma (Benedict) Garst. She grew up on the Garst farm west of Watson and was an alumna of Watson High School, graduating in 1934. 

Aileen was later united in marriage to Clifton H. Bemberger. They made their home on a farm west of Watson where they became the parents of six boys, the oldest being twins. They later moved to town in Watson and Aileen worked at the Interstate Garden Nursery in Hamburg, Iowa. 

In 1971, Aileen took up residence in Nebraska City, Nebraska, and worked as a seamstress at Pendleton’s Woolen Mills up until her retirement. Following retirement, she served at the Nebraska City Manor for several years. 

Aileen loved visiting with family and friends. She was a loving mother and a hard worker. She enjoyed music, sewing, working in her yard and garden, planting flowers and caring for her pets. She loved all animals large and small and enjoyed watching the birds and squirrels play outside of her kitchen window. Aileen continued to reside in Nebraska City until September of 2016 when she made her residence at Pleasant View Nursing Home in Rock Port, Missouri. Aileen passed away on December 6, 2018, at the age of 102 years and 20 days. 

In addition to her parents, Aileen was preceded in death by her brother, Charles S. Garst, sister, Juanita Carder, grandsons, Kevin Bemberger and Ken Bemberger, and daughter-in-law, Angie Bemberger. She is survived by her six sons, Clifton and wife, Bonnie, of Fulton, Missouri, Clifford, of Fulton, Kenneth and wife, Jean, of Rock Port, Benny and wife, Shirley, of Nebraska City, Bradley and wife, Judy, of Watson, and Tom and wife, Gina, of Rock Port; ten grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; and fourteen great-great-grandchildren. 

Funeral Service: 10:00 A.M., Monday, December 10, 2018, Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Interment:  High Creek Cemetery, Watson, Missouri

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Por

Boyer, Frankie Leo -

Frankie Leo Boyer, the son of Frank Earl and Betty Sue (Pully) Boyer, was born March 2, 1944, in Stockton, California.  He attended his senior year of high school in Ava, Missouri, graduating in 1962.  After graduation, Leo returned to California and managed a Sizzler Steakhouse.  In 1967, Leo moved to the Fairfax, Missouri, area and was employed at the Cox Hyde Plant in Phelps City, Missouri. 

On May 20, 1969, Leo was united in marriage to Shirley Tetrick in Miami, Oklahoma.  They made their home in Fairfax their entire married life.  In 1976, Leo began working at Eaton Corporation in Shenandoah, Iowa, retiring in 2004. 

Leo enjoyed traveling, camping, fishing, watching MSNBC, cheering for the Kansas City Chiefs and an occasional visit to the casino.  Leo passed away Thursday, April 4, 2019, at his home in Fairfax, at the age of 75. 

In addition to his parents, Leo was preceded in death by two brothers, Melvin and Wayne Boyer.  Survivors include wife, Shirley Boyer, Fairfax; sister, Brenda Stewart and husband, James, Ava; mother-in-law, Norma Tetrick, Rock Port, Missouri; brothers-in-law, Cleon Tetrick and wife, Kathy, Rock Port, Dee Tetrick and wife, Robyn, Ava, Gary Tetrick and wife, Alyce, Buffalo, Missouri, and Floyd Tetrick and wife, Amy, Ava; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Private Family Memorial Service and Inurnment at a later date in Ava, Missouri.

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port, Missouri

Rosa Luella (March) Briggs, 86, Rock Port, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019, at Good Samaritan Nursing Home, Auburn, Nebraska. 

The body has been cremated. 

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

Rosa Luella (March) Briggs, was born March 9, 1933, in Rapid City, South Dakota, to Julius William and Winnie Columbia (Maxwell) March.  Her family then relocated to rural Nodaway, Iowa, where Rosa received her education.  Rosa loved playing high school basketball and singing with her sister, Emma Jeanne, for various functions. 

On August 8, 1948, Rosa was united in marriage to Dale Bernard Briggs in Doland, South Dakota.   The couple returned to Iowa and started their family.  While raising five children, Rosa also held a number of jobs over the years.  During the family’s years in Denison, Iowa, she was the Manager of Cronks Café while she and Dale owned Dale’s Standard and then the Crouse Cartage depot.  In 1974, they relocated to Rock Port, Missouri, to manage a trucking company.  Several years later, Dale and Rosa established Trans East, Inc. Rosa dispatched and managed the company, making friends with so many along the way.  Many came to look to Rosa as a mom.  Her heart was always big enough to love anyone who needed her.  Dale and Rosa loved to fish and garden.  She spent many late nights canning the vegetables they had grown. Rosa continued to help Gail with the dispatch until her passing.  Rosa was adored by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She was often referred to as the “fun grandma.” 

Rosa passed away on her 86th birthday, March 9, 2019, at a care facility in Auburn, Nebraska.  She will always be remembered for singing the birthday song to all her loved ones first thing in the morning on their special day. 

Rosa is survived by son, Gregory Briggs and wife, JoAnne, Tucson, Arizona, daughter-in-law, Sarah T. Briggs, Bemidji, Minnesota, daughters, Gail Briggs and Arlen Rippe, Watson, Missouri, and Gina Long and husband, Craig, Auburn, and son, Don Briggs and wife, Sherry, Kansas City, Missouri; sister, Emma Jeanne Shipley, Nodaway, Iowa; brother, David March and wife, Sherry, Hale, Missouri; sisters-in law, Thelma March, Hot Springs, South Dakota, Grayce March, Oakland, California, Alice Bates, Clarinda, Iowa, Elaine Tuttle and husband, Bob, Quinter, Kansas, Ruth Siefert and husband, Richard, Lead Hill, Arkansas, and Reva Oakes and husband, Jim, Zearing, Iowa; 16 grandchildren and step grandchildren and their spouses; 26 great- grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and very special friends. 

In addition to her parents, Rosa was preceded in death by her husband, Dale, son, Warden Dale Briggs, brothers, William and Jerald March, and infant sister, Irene March. .

Cremation Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Edward Lee Bright was born on September 5, 1940 near Little Rock, Arkansas. His parents were Claude and Christine (Faulkner) Bright.

From age 8, Ed was raised by his grandparents, George and Rena (Edwards) Faulkner. He grew up with his little brother Gene “Jesse” and their uncles, Loyd and C.B. Faulkner.

On December 14, 1969 he was united in marriage to L. Sue Holmes in Rock Port. They spent their married life north of Rock Port, and Ed worked construction as an operator for Operating Engineers Local 101.

Ed passed away on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at his home. 

Ed was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Christine (Faulkner) Bright; grandparents, George and Rena (Edwards) Faulkner; uncles, George Faulkner and C.B. Faulkner; and aunt, Alene Faulkner.

Those left to honor Ed’s memory include his wife Sue, of their home; daughter, Bobbye Watts, Benton, Arkansas; son, Billy (Sherry) Bright, Hamburg, Iowa; step-children, Shannon (James) Paterson, Wolcott, Connecticut, and Patrick (Lisa) Holmes, St. Joseph, Missouri; grandchildren, Brandi, Taylor, Elizabeth, Johnnie and Angie; step-grandchildren, Michael, Monica and Austin; 10 great grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter; brother, Jesse E. O’Connell, Odessa, Ukraine; uncle, Loyd Faulkner; and nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.Services: Thursday, January 17, 2019, 11:00 am, Watson Baptist Church.  The family will greet friends following the services. Private family inurnment: High Creek Cemetery, at a later date

Mary Lou Broermann, the daughter of John Everett and Mary Madeline (Campbell) Dragoo, was born September 24, 1929, in Henry, Illinois. She attended Tarkio High School, Tarkio, Missouri, graduating in 1947. 

On August 29, 1946, Mary Lou was united in marriage to Elwood Gene Broermann in Kansas. They made their home on the Broermann family farm in the St. John’s Church community near Westboro, Missouri, and became the parents of four children, Richard, Nancy, Katherine, and David. Gene passed away July 31, 2017. 

Mary Lou worked in many capacities for the Tarkio R1 School District: as a paraprofessional, as high school secretary, and as the district’s treasurer. 

Early on, Mary Lou grew up in the Methodist Church.  She later attended the First Baptist Church in Tarkio, where she taught Sunday school.  She was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church, where she was active in LCW and Couples Club with Gene.  She also served as a member of the Atchison County Library Board.  Mary Lou enjoyed helping 4-H youth with a variety of projects.  Mary Lou always grew bountiful flower and vegetable gardens. She enjoyed watching birds and mushroom hunting. Many affectionately knew Mary Lou as “Mushroom Mary.” She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  One way that Mary Lou’s love for her family showed was through her delicious cooking.  Mary Lou loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and left a Godly legacy, proclaiming throughout her days to others to have faith. Her spiritual treasures will have a lasting impact on the many lives she touched.  Mary Lou passed away Saturday, March 2, 2019, at Tarkio Rehabilitation and Health Care, Tarkio, at the age of 89. 

In addition to her parents and husband, Mary Lou was preceded in death by son, Richard Broermann; brother, Johnny Dragoo; brothers-in-law, Jack Schmidt, Robert Lee Stanton, Lowell Beckman, and Duane Broermann; nephews, Doug Beckman and Mike Beckman; uncle, Alva Taylor; and aunt, Sally Taylor Austin.  Survivors include children, Nancy Smith and husband, Don E., Fairfax, Missouri; Katherine Cox and husband, Mike, Tarkio, Missouri; and David Broermann and wife, Vickie, Cameron, Missouri; eight grandchildren, Brian (Michelle) Broermann, Kerri (Larry) Ohrt, Melissa (Benne) Rogers, Angela (Jeff) Gilsinn, Chris (Mandy) Smith, Doug (Vanessa) Broermann, Damond Erickson, Danielle (Shane) Forst; eighteen great-grandchildren, Michael, Baleigh (Tyler), Madison, Taylor, Tim, Ty, Caroline, Josh, Jasey, Jaxson, Blair, Sophie, Grace, Ben, Ava, Dalton, Dani, and Rae; sisters, Betty Beckman and Doris Ann Stanton, both of Tarkio, Missouri; sister-in-law, Rowena Broermann, Shenandoah, Iowa; and aunt, Patty (George) Laur, Westboro, Missouri; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service:  10:30 A.M., Wednesday, March 6, 2019, St. John’s Lutheran Church, Westboro, Missouri

Interment:  St. John’s Cemetery, Westboro

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Wendy Renee Burke, the daughter of Jack Perry and Linda (Harbin) Perry was born on September 18, 1967, in Fairfax, Missouri.  Following their divorce, Wendy, at age 13, was adopted by Linda’s husband, Vernon Schaefer, Jr.  Wendy attended Tarkio High School, Tarkio, Missouri, graduating in 1986.  She also attended Northwest Technical School, Maryville, Missouri, receiving her Licensed Practical Nurse certificate. 

In 1987, Wendy was united in marriage to Brian Peregrine.  They became the parents of three daughters, Lindsay, Lacie and Lea.  They were later divorced.  On June 25, 2016, Wendy was united in marriage to Jason Burke at the First Baptist Church in Tarkio.  They made their home in Tarkio to the present time. 

For 15 years, Wendy was employed in Orthopedics at St. Francis Hospital in Maryville.  She also worked for Tarkio Academy and Tarkio Rehabilitation and Health Care. 

Wendy enjoyed traveling and riding motorcycles with Jason.  She also loved spending time with her daughters and grandchildren.  Wendy passed away

Monday, January 21, 2019, at Community Hospital-Fairfax, Fairfax, Missouri, at the age of 51. 

Wendy was preceded in death by grandparents, Roy and Vivian Perry, Vernon Lawrence Schaefer, Sr, aunt, Pat Perry and great-aunt, Earlene Hays.  Survivors include husband, Jason Burke, Tarkio; daughters, Lindsay Sheley and husband, Tyler, Vail, Arizona, Lacie Peregrine, Tarkio, and Lea Sutter and husband, Ryan, Rock Port, Missouri; two grandchildren, Esmee Blue and Bristol Layne; parents, Vernon, Jr. and Linda Schaefer, Tarkio; biological father, Jack Perry and wife, Charlene, Sioux City, Iowa; two sisters; one brother; one half-brother; and one stepbrother. 

Graveside Memorial Service and Inurnment: 1:00 P.M., Saturday, January 26, 2019, Center Grove Cemetery, Westboro, Missouri.

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Jenila C. Bywaters, the daughter of Arthur B. and Marie (Knapp) Slemp was born December 13, 1935, in Tarkio, Missouri. She attended Tarkio High School, graduating in 1953. 

On November 20, 1954, Jenila was united in marriage to Price V. Bywaters. They became the parents of two children, Clint and Susan. 

Jenila was employed as a waitress in Tarkio until 1960 when they moved to Arvada, Colorado. While in Colorado, she was employed at Gates Rubber Plant, in Denver, Colorado, Coors Porcelain Plant, and was a Rose Cutter at a greenhouse, both in Golden, Colorado. Following Prices’ retirement in 1988, they returned to Tarkio where they lived to the present time. Price passed away in 2012. 

While in Colorado, the family boarded horses, raised butcher cattle, chickens, and dairy cows, and always planted a huge garden. She never met a stranger and loved everyone, especially children. She had a fantastic sense of humor. Jenila passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2019, at Tarkio Rehabilitation and Health Care, Tarkio, at the age of 83. 

In addition to her parents and husband, Price, she was preceded in death by brothers, Jerry and James Slemp. Survivors include son, Clint Bywaters, Arvada; daughter, Susan Hiser and husband, Hugh, Alcova, Wyoming; three grandchildren, Fred, Clayton, and John Hiser; and eight great-grandchildren. 

Interment:  Home Cemetery, Tarkio

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Marilyn Louise (Stotts) Carlson, 80, Bethany, formerly of Tarkio, Missouri, passed away Monday, February 11, 2019, Bethany Care Center, Bethany. 

The body has been cremated. 

All memorial services pending, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Darrell Granvel Combs, the son of Archie G. and Pearl (Peregrine) Combs, was born August 28, 1949, in St. Joseph, Missouri.  He graduated from high school in Colorado. 

On July 23, 1993, Darrell was united in marriage to Marsha Kae Walters at the Baptist Church in Shenandoah, Iowa.  They made their home in Shenandoah for a short time before moving to Maryville, Missouri, and later making their home in Tarkio, Missouri.  Marsha passed away March 17, 2008. 

Darrell worked at a sheltered workshop and as a fast food worker at Hardee’s.  He was an avid animal lover.  Darrell passed away Friday, December 7, 2018, at his home in Tarkio, at the age of 69. 

Darrell was preceded in death by his parents and wife.  Survivors include cousins in Coin, Iowa; and extended family in the St. Joseph, Westboro, Missouri, Tarkio, and Shenandoah areas. 

Graveside Memorial Service and Inurnment:  10:30 A.M., Wednesday, December 12, 2018, Oak Hill Cemetery, Maryville, Missouri

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Missou

Harry Robert Combs, son of Neil and Gladys (Dalrymple) Combs, was born September 10, 1942 in Siam, Iowa. He died June 10. 2019 at Brookdale Kearney Northridge in Kearney. NE. where he had made his home the last 16 months.

When Harry was four years old, his parents bought "the home place" southeast of Gravity. IA. and moved their young family - Harry and his sister, Patricia, to their new home. Younger sister Lorelei would come along some years later. He had a wonderful childhood growing up a farm kid - many memories of building treehouses. riding bikes, playing in the orchard and swimming in the pond. He was baptized into the Baptist faith when he was of age and grew up attending church and campouts with his youth group.

Harry and Pat walked up the gravel road from their home to attend Lee No.7 country school. Harry loved that school and had only fond memories of school days and his teacher. Mrs. Bertha Stafford. After Lee No. 7, he attended Gravity Public School through the 8th grade.

Harry attended Bedford High School, graduating in 1961. While he participated in various high school activities and especially enjoyed baseball, he was a gear head through and through. He was a member of the Fender Benders car club and had endless stories of drag racing and other lead footed activities.

After high school, Harry attended NWMSC, where he was affiliated with Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity. It was during this time that he met Judy Osburn of Skidmore. Missouri. They were married on January 20, 1963 at the Methodist Church in Skidmore. As newlyweds, they lived in Granby, Colorado where they worked at various jobs for the beloved Edwards family. After a year, they returned to Missouri and lived in St. Joseph. Missouri where Harry was an engineer for Wire Rope Corp. Their daughter. Holly, was born in 1964 and in 1965 they entered into a farming partnership with Harry's father-in-law. James Osburn. They moved to his farm southeast of Fairfax that year. Their son. Jason, was born in 1970.

Harry completed his college degree while farming full-time and graduated from NWMSC in 1971 with a degree in Industrial Arts. Following graduation, he taught school for one year at Nishna Valley High School in Emerson, Iowa, while continuing to farm in Fairfax. After a year, the family returned to the farm at Fairfax.

Harry and Judy loved to travel and returned to Colorado every summer besides taking family vacations to see the rest of the country. Harry was truly a human GPS - once he had traveled a road, he remembered the number or name of the road and landmarks -truly decades later - he would recite where one needed to turn, what roads you would be intersecting with and what sites you would be seeing. Always spot on.

Family life was cut short for Harry and Judy, when in their thirties they both battled cancer with each taking a turn being devoted caregiver to the other while they were sick. After a long fight Judy died July 23, 1981.

In May of 1982, Harry married Mary B. Lewis of Rock Port, Missouri. They were married thirty-three years before Mary's death on May 22, 2015. They enjoyed volunteering for various community efforts, taking care of grandkids. antiquing, and woodworking, among many other interests. Harry especially loved old iron and was always on the hunt for a new piece to restore during his retirement. He loved old tractors and was instrumental in starting the Old Time Tractor Reunion at the Fairfax Fair. He was a lifelong learner - interested in what Jason was researching but sometimes researching topics on his own. He created scrapbooks of his family genealogy for his grandkids, making sure family history was passed down. He loved to read and after Mary died, he disconnected the cable and read an entire set of Encyclopedia Britannica.

In February of 2018, his health declined and after a hospitalization, he moved to Brookdale Kearney Northridge in Kearney, Nebraska to be closer to his son, Jason. He made a whole new host of friends there - who had never heard his life "stories" - and he enjoyed having a new audience to swap said stories with. Harry passed away at Northridge on Monday. June 10. 2019.

Besides his parents; his wife, Judy; and wife, Mary; Harry was preceded in death by his sister, Lorelei Rusco: brother-in-law Keith O'Dell; and two nephews: Brad O'Dell and Benjamin Beemer.

He is survived by his sister, Pat O'Dell, New Market, Iowa: his aunt, Jean Hartman, Clarinda, Iowa; daughter, Holly Barnes (Tracy) of Fairfax; son. Jason Combs (Gayle) of Kearney, Nebraska: stepson, Mike Lewis (Robin) and stepdaughter, Beth Graves (Jon) all of Fairfax. Grandchildren are Spencer and Lindsey Barnes: Jase Barnes; Goldie Barnes: Tate Combs: Oliver Combs: Dustin and Erica Barnes; Kelly Pruitt; Amber and James Zumbrunnen; Baylee and Tristan Ray; Grant Hopkins: Ryan Hopkins: Max
Hopkins; Jaycee Graves, Jesse Graves; Braden Graves. Great-Grandchildren are Aislyn and Kolcyn Barnes. Jackson Zumbrunnen. He is also survived by nephews, a niece, and a host of extended family and friends.

Family visitation will be held on Saturday, June 15, at 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the Fairfax Methodist Church. Private inurnment will be at a later date.
Local arrangements are under the direction of Schooler Funeral Home. Fairfax/Craig.
The family suggests memorials to the Fairfax Kiwanis/Optimist Summer Baseball Program in care of Jay Smith, Fairfax, Missouri

James Rollie Cook, the son of Elza Sylvester and Lillie Ann (Maness) Cook, was born December 22, 1922, in rural Rock Port.  He attended Lone Cedar country school, north of Rock Port, Missouri. 

On January 10, 1943, Rollie entered the United States Army and served his country during World War II in multiple European Theatres.  He was honorably discharged on December 18, 1945. 

In March 1946, Rollie was united in marriage to Kathryn Marie Noble and they became the parents of Dorothy and William.  They later divorced. On August 13, 1955, Rollie was united in marriage to Gladys Evelyn Stevens and they became the parents of one daughter, Sheila.  Following their marriage, Rollie also became the father of Evelyn’s three daughters, Rose, Judy and Linda.  They made their home in Tarkio, Missouri, and in 1957 moved to Maryville, Missouri. 

Rollie was employed by Wolf Brothers as a farm hand, then by Missouri Service on the tree trimming crew.  A few years after moving to Maryville, Rollie became the mechanic for the newly named Kansas City Power and Light, retiring in 1984. 

Rollie was a member of the Community of Faith Church in Maryville, then transferred membership to Assembly of God Church in Tarkio.  He was also a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.  Evelyn passed away April 21, 2017.  Rollie passed away Sunday, January 6, 2019 at Nodaway Nursing Home at the age of 96. 

In addition to his parents and wife, Evelyn, Rollie was preceded in death by son, William Cook, granddaughter, Staci Leigh Ann Lee, siblings, Howard and Harold (Buss) Cook, Betty Lininger, Dorothy Cook, Clydie Perkins, Mary Lee and George Cook.  Survivors include children, Rose (Roy) Munsey, Rock Port, Judy (Richard) Woody, Tarkio, Dorothy Benson, St. Joseph, Missouri, Linda (Danny) Pankau, Jameson, Missouri, and Sheila Wilson, Springfield, Missouri; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; siblings, Irene Turner, St. Joseph, and Shirley Driskell, Claycomo, Missouri; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service: 11:00 AM, Thursday, January 10, 2019, Assembly of God Church, Tarkio.

Interment: Home Cemetery, Tarkio

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Carol Cathleen Crabtree, the daughter of Donald Q. and Vera E. (Walker) Crabtree, was born August 26, 1954, in Elmo, Missouri. She attended West Nodaway High School, Burlington Junction, Missouri, graduating in 1972. 

For a short time, Carol was a sales representative for Avon. Carol later moved to Independence, Missouri, where she worked in retail sales, retiring as a retail manager.  While living there, she became a Royals and Chiefs fan.   In early 2018, she moved to Rock Port, Missouri, to be close to her sister, Amy, and in June was employed at the Rock Port Nutrition Center. 

Carol was a member of the First Christian Church, Burlington Junction. She was a good seamstress, enjoyed needlework, antiques and liked animals. Carol passed away unexpectedly Friday, April 12, 2019, at St. Luke’s Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri, at the age of 64. 

In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded in death by two siblings, Lois Baker and Monte Crabtree, and brother-in-law, Jerry Moore. Survivors include siblings, Paul Crabtree and wife, Bonnie, Maryville, Missouri, Elwin Crabtree, Grand Lake, Colorado, Marvin Crabtree and wife, Lynne, Peoria, Arizona, and Amy Moore, Rock Port; aunt, Donna Sallee; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and her cat, Domino. 

Funeral Service:  10:30 A.M., Thursday, April 18, 2019, First Christian Church, Burlington Junction, Missouri

Interment:  Ohio Cemetery, Burlington Junction

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Lorena M. Freeman, formerly of Fairfax, Missouri, passed away on January 27, 2019, at Keystone Ridge in Omaha, Nebraska, at the age of 89. 

Lorena was born June 23, 1929, to Hurvul and Jessie (Driskell) Epley in Dora, Missouri. She attended school in Dora. 

On April 17, 1947, she was united in marriage to Wayne Freeman, also of Dora. They soon relocated to Fairfax, Missouri, and began farming on the family farm north of Fairfax, where they made their home their entire married life. They became the parents of two daughters, Karen and Linda. 

Most of Lorena’s life, she was a homemaker, but she also worked in the cafeteria at Fairfax R-III School, in the dietary department at the Community Hospital in Fairfax, at Rogers Pharmacy in Tarkio, and at the U-Save Mart, also in Tarkio. Lorena enjoyed canning all of the fruits and vegetables that her garden would produce. She made mouth-watering jams, jellies and pickles. 

Lorena was an excellent seamstress, she enjoyed reading, tending to her flower garden and playing pitch and dominoes with friends and family. She was a meticulous homemaker, always making sure everything was in its place. Lorena and Wayne had God at the head of their home and attended the Church of God at Craig, Missouri. She was a member of the ladies Book Club in Fairfax. 

Lorena will always be remembered for the delicious meals that she prepared for her family and friends and for her bountiful garden. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and will be fondly remembered for her many kindnesses shown to others. 

In addition to her parents and husband, Wayne, Lorena was preceded in death by five siblings and their spouses, son-in-law, Larry Freeman, two sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law. Survivors include two daughters, Karen Freeman, Smithville, Missouri, and Linda Hedrick and husband, Jim, Omaha; grandchildren, Jeff (Lauren) Freeman, Gower, Missouri, Jana (Eric) Stevens, Kearney, Missouri, Jacque (Brandon) McDuffie, Greg (Shane) Hedrick, and Justin (Allie) Hedrick, all of Omaha; great-grandchildren, Jacob, Madisyn and Caleb Stevens, all of Kearney, Taylor, Korey, Naomi, Isaac, Jackson and Dillon Hedrick, all of Omaha; step great-grandchildren, Makenna (Sam) Khaitov, Omaha, Trey and Brooklynn Johnson, Gower; step great-great-grandchildren, Bowen and Cooper Khaitov, Omaha; brother, Donald Lee Epley, Springfield, Missouri; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Interment:  Home Cemetery, Tarkio

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Anthony Clay (Tony) Gayler, the son of Harold and Jane Marie (Cooper) Gayler, was born September 21, 1965, in Fairfax, Missouri.  He attended Rock Port High School, Rock Port, Missouri, graduating in 1984. 

On August 6, 1988, Tony was united in marriage to Rhonda Kuhns at the First Christian Church in Rock Port.  They became the parents of two sons, Kyle and Brett.  They later divorced.  On January 9, 2009, Tony was united in marriage to Loretta Mills.  They became the parents of one son, Chase.  They later divorced. 

Tony’s true passion was farming the Cooper Family Farm with his Grandpa Donald Cooper.  In the offseason, he helped Richard Amthor build grain bins.  Later, Tony was employed by Energizer Battery in Maryville, Missouri.  He also worked for Advanced Pork Systems in Fairfax, Missouri, and Nitro Kennels in Rock Port until ill-health forced his retirement. 

Tony enjoyed fishing, golfing, attending NASCAR races at Kansas Speedway, Kansas City, Kansas, stock car races at Adams County Speedway, Corning, Iowa, and Sprint Car races at Knoxville Raceway, Knoxville, Iowa.  He also enjoyed gardening, riding motorcycles, and spending time with his sons, niece and nephew, and especially his beloved sister, Nikki.  Tony passed away Sunday, December 9, 2018, at Pleasant View Nursing Home in Rock Port, at the age of 53. 

Tony was preceded in death by his mother, Jane Gayler, grandparents, Donald and Shirley Cooper, uncle, Larry Cooper, and cousin, David Burke.  Survivors include three sons, Kyle Gayler, Brett Gayler and Chase Gayler, all of Rock Port; sister, Nikki Hunter and husband, Joe, Rock Port; niece, Jessica Hunter; nephew, Jarrett Hunter, both of Rock Port; father, Harold Gayler, Ozark, Missouri; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins; and a host of friends. 

Memorial Service:  1:00 P.M., Saturday, December 15, 2018, Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Private family inurnment at a later date, Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port.

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Elizabeth A. (Betty) Gebhards, the daughter of Raymond Daniel and Geneva (Haning) Hilger, was born September 11, 1933, in Hamburg, Iowa.  She attended country school in rural Hamburg and Hamburg High School, graduating in 1950.  Betty graduated from business school in Lincoln, Nebraska, where she worked as a billing agent for United Electric in Lincoln. 

On September 19, 1953, Betty was united in marriage to Robert Behrend Gebhards at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Hamburg.   They made their home at Fort Sill where their son, David, was born.  In 1956, they moved to Westboro, Missouri, where they began their farming career.  It was at this time, their daughter, Karen, was welcomed into the family.  In 1958, they moved to Rock Port, Missouri, where Robert and Betty continued their farming career.  Betty helped Robert in all aspects of their farming operation.  During harvest, she drove the auger wagon.  Robert passed away September 30, 2009. 

Betty was a member of the St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Tarkio, Missouri, and the Rock Port Women’s Bowling League.  She enjoyed her children’s sporting events and was like a second mom to many of their friends.  Betty enjoyed fishing, playing bridge, spending time with her family and was an avid mushroom hunter.  Betty passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2019, at Pleasant View Nursing Home, Rock Port, at the age of 85. 

In addition to her parents and husband, Robert, Betty was preceded in death by sisters, Marcella Sturm, Lois Moody and Lucille Hilger.  Survivors include son, David Gebhards and wife, Kay, Rock Port; daughter, Karen Vette and husband, Bobby, Westboro; grandchildren, Brian Vette, Nicole Vette, Tim (Kara) Vette, Christopher (Rebekah) Gebhards, and Ben (Jessica) Gebhards; great-grandchildren, Isaac, Owen and Emmeline Vette, Gabe, Zeke, Ezra and Eleanor Gebhards; sister, Eddie Martin, LaGuna Hills, California; brother-in-law, John Gebhards, Newburgh, New York; and numerous nieces and nephews.

 Funeral Service:  10:00 A.M., Friday, March 29, 2019, First Lutheran Church, Rock Port

Interment:  Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

S. Louise Gorman, 78, Tarkio, passed away Tuesday, January 22, 2019, at her home in Tarkio. 

The body has been cremated. 

There is no visitation, service or inurnment planned at this time.

Memorials:  Louise Gorman Memorial Fund

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Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Dolores Jean Hawkins, the daughter of Sidney and June (Elder) Kinder, was born March 12, 1930, in Mound City, Missouri.  She attended Mound City High School, graduating in 1947.  After graduation, Dolores was employed at a doctor’s office in Mound City. 

On October 5, 1952, Dolores was united in marriage to Glen Hawkins at the Christian Church in Mound City.  They became the parents of two daughters, Kay Jean and Lea Anne.  In 1955, they moved to the Hawkins family farm, south of Fairfax, Missouri, where they remained their entire married life. Glen passed away in 1996. 

Dolores was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Fairfax, where she served as Deacon and was also a member of the Night Owls and Presbyterian Women. She was a member of the 49ers Hobby Club. Dolores was a faithful member of the Community Hospital-Fairfax Auxiliary.  She volunteered countless hours in the hospital gift shop, and various other hospital events.  She enjoyed traveling, shopping, and spending time with family, friends and especially her grandchildren.  Dolores was a wonderful cook who loved working in the yard and tending to her flowers.  She was employed by Rogers Pharmacy in Fairfax for many years. Dolores passed away Thursday, December 6, 2018, at Tiffany Heights, Mound City, at the age of 88. 

In addition to her parents and husband, Dolores was preceded in death by grandson, Eric Deatz, sisters, Lucille Boyd and Pauline McIntyre, brothers, Clyde and Robert Kinder, and two infant brothers.  Survivors include daughters, Kay Jean Deatz and husband, Ron, Rock Port, Missouri, and Lea Anne Miller and husband, Doug, Fairfax; grandchildren, Angela (Jeff) Mace, Brett (Molly) Deatz, Chelsea Miller, Tyson (Megan) Miller; and five great-grandchildren, Hannah, Jenasey and Henley Mace, Tucker Deatz and Dexter Miller. 

Funeral Service:  2:00 P.M., Sunday, December 9, 2018, First Presbyterian Church, Fairfax.

Interment: Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Fairfax.

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Por

Roberta Faye Hines, the daughter of Charles Washie and Helen Louise (Batson) Hines, was born February 6, 1948, in Hamburg, Iowa.  She attended school in Nishnabotna, Missouri, and Rock Port, Missouri. 

In the late 1960’s, Faye was united in marriage to Harry Shaw.  They became the parents of two children, Louis and Brenda.  They later divorced. 

Faye worked at the sheltered workshop in Rock Port until ill-health forced her retirement. 

Faye loved spending time with her family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She enjoyed being outdoors and mowing the yard, socializing, working puzzles, and playing cards and bingo.  Faye passed away Friday, April 12, 2019, at Tarkio Rehabilitation and Health Care, Tarkio, at the age of 71. 

In addition to her parents, Faye was preceded in death by brothers, Charlie and Ronald Hines, sisters, Susie Shaw, Iva Fern and Phyllis Ann Hines, and sister-in-law, Sharon Hines.  Survivors include son, Louis Shaw and wife, Naomi, Fairfax, Missouri; daughter, Brenda Harber, Tarkio; six grandchildren, Terri Jo, Katie, Kelsie, Tabitha, Dylan and Brandon; eight great-grandchildren; three brothers, Junior Hines and wife, Barbara, Billy Hines, all of Tarkio, and LeRoy “Butch” Hines and wife, Alice, Schuyler, Nebraska; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service: 10:30 A.M., Tuesday, April 16, 2019, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Interment:  Home Cemetery, Tarkio

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Holmes, Wanda Kay Stephens - Wanda Kay (Stephens) Holmes, age 82 of Hamburg, IA passed away on March 4, 2019 at her home. 

Wanda was born on December 26, 1936 in Sidney, IA; the daughter of Sam and Mae (Light) Stephens.  She grew up and attended school in Hamburg, IA and graduated from Hamburg High School in 1955. 

On February 25, 1956, Wanda was united in marriage to Bill Holmes and to this union two sons were born:  Willie and Jeff.  They moved to a farm near Watson, MO, where they lived and farmed until Bill’s passing in 1996.  Wanda stayed on the farm for several years and then moved to Hamburg, IA where she lived until her passing. 

Wanda enjoyed being on the farm and taking care of the animals.  She also loved helping friends and being with family. 

She is survived by her son Willie and wife Lynette of Rock Port, MO; grandchildren:  Travis Holmes and sons Brock and Abel of Watson, Tyler Holmes and wife Julie and their children Camren and Easton of Hamburg, IA, Tanner Holmes and wife Sonya and their children Paycee, Cole, Hazel, William and Heidi of Rock Port, MO, Zane Holmes of Tarkio, MO and Mikaila Lair and husband Brogan and their children Kinley and Kamryn of Rock Port, MO; brother Sammy Joe Stephens of Harrisonville, MO and sister Sandra Summers of Denver, CO; numerous nieces and nephews and other family and friends. 

Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, Sam and Mae Stephens, husband Bill Holmes, son Jeff Holmes, brothers:  Joby, Butch and Spike and granddaughter Ashley. 

Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at the Rash-Gude Funeral Home in Hamburg, IA with Pastor Bill Shirley officiating.  Burial will follow the services at High Creek Cemetery by Watson, MO

Milton E. Holtz, Ph.D., the son of John F. and Wilhelmina (Feyerherm) Holtz, was born April 30, 1935, in Beemer, Nebraska.  He attended high school in Beemer, graduating in 1953.  Milton received his Bachelor of Science degree in History from Midland College in Fremont, Nebraska, his Master’s degree in History from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska, and his Doctor of Philosophy degree in History from the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas. 

On September 18, 1955, Milton was united in marriage to Alice M. Nitzsche at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Beemer.  They are the parents of four children: Russell, Milton Dean, Lisa and Julie. 

Milton taught history and economics at all levels of education, finally retiring to farm life after the closing of Tarkio College in Tarkio, Missouri.  Prior to that, he served as President at Nebraska Indian Community College and was a professor at the University of South Dakota/Springfield, in Springfield, South Dakota.  While at Springfield, Milton and Alice also owned and operated a dairy farm and row crop operation in South Dakota. 

Milton was very active in the Christian faith. He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Westboro, Missouri, and a former elder & president of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Springfield.  He loved sports (especially Nebraska football), enjoyed playing baseball and softball for many years and also, until a few years ago, refereed football and basketball at the high school and collegiate level.  He was a master of Schafkopf and never tired of teaching the finer points of the card game at our family gatherings.  Milton passed away Wednesday, January 9, 2019, at his home in Westboro, at the age of 83. 

In addition to his parents, Milton was preceded in death by siblings, Irma Bergt, Rosalie Ott, Roland Holtz, Arlin Holtz, Lillian Adkins and Quintin Holtz.  Survivors include wife, Alice Holtz, Westboro; four children, Russell Holtz and wife, Nancy, Tacoma, Washington, Milton Dean Holtz and wife, Lyndy, Blanchard, Iowa, Lisa Holtz, Rock Port, Missouri, and Julie Livengood and husband, Dana, Burlington Junction, Missouri; eleven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother, John Lee Holtz; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service:  11:00 A.M., Monday, January 14, 2019, St. John’s Lutheran Church, Westboro.

Interment:  1:00 P.M., Monday, Walden Grove Cemetery, Westboro

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Missouri

Richard Dean Howell, the son of Alfred and Stella (Price) Howell, was born May 29, 1936, in Nishnabotna, Missouri. He attended Atchison County, Missouri, country schools, Rock Port High School, Rock Port, Missouri, and Fairfax High School, Fairfax, Missouri, graduating in 1954. 

In 1962, Richard was united in marriage to Mary Frances Welch. They became the parents of two sons, Bill and Tony. They later divorced. Since the 1980’s, Joyce Tunnell was his loving companion, until her passing in 2017. 

Richard was employed at Boulware Chevrolet from 1953 to 1959. Richard then served in the United States Army, and was stationed in Germany from 1959 to 1961. From 1964 to 1968, he owned and operated King and Howell D-X Service. In 1968, Richard was employed by Harold Dean King at Kings Auto Parts in Rock Port. In 1990, Richard and his son, Bill, purchased the store where Richard worked until retiring in 2007. 

Richard passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2019, at Community Hospital- Fairfax, Fairfax, at the age of 82. 

In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by four brothers, Jerry, Lloyd, Marion, and Bill Howell, sister, Beverly Howell, and companion, Joyce Tunnell. Survivors include two sons, Bill Howell and Tony Howell, both of Rock Port; two grandchildren, Katie Romines and husband, Tyler, Tarkio, Missouri, and Nick Howell and wife, Shadie, Rock Port; two great-grandchildren, Zoey Romines and Bradley Howell; sister, Shirley Fansher, Maryville, Missouri; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

There will be no visitation or memorial services.

Private family inurnment in the spring, Millsap Cemetery, Rock Port.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Jimmie (Hud) Hudson, the son of James Henry and Marie Ellen (Slemp) Hudson, was born November 26, 1958, in Fairfax, Missouri.  For a brief time, he attended school in Watson, Missouri, and graduated from Rock Port High School, Rock Port, Missouri, in 1976. 

In 1983, Jimmie was united in marriage to Bridget Dalton at the First Lutheran Church in Rock Port.  Bridget passed away in December 1993.  Jimmie made his home in the Rock Port area until the present time. 

Jimmie was employed in the water department for the Board of Public Works in Rock Port for 16 years.  He also worked for Hamburg Communication Construction, Hamburg, Iowa, for 10 years and Graybill Tire in Rock Port, for 12 years.  Jimmie also worked as a farm hand for area farmers during the busy season as well as many other odd jobs.  In 2015, Jimmie retired due to ill-health. 

Jimmie was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Rock Port.  He enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, camping at the river, bowling, and loved spending time with his family.  After Bridget’s death, Jimmie became a single Dad. He was an exemplary dad, who put his children’s needs first and always took the time to support, love and care for them.  Jimmie passed away Tuesday, November 27, 2018, at Bryan LGH Medical Center East, Lincoln, Nebraska, at the age of 60. 

In addition to his parents and wife, Jimmie was preceded in death by grandson, Jimmie Curtis McDonald.  Survivors include children, Jeremiah Junior, Hamburg, Amber McDonald and husband, Chris, Williamsburg, Missouri, Dalton Hudson, Rock Port, and Harley J Hudson, Bloomfield, Iowa; five grandchildren, Kayla and Oliver McDonald, Heather and Melissa Parsons and Andrew Perry; two great-grandsons, Arlo and Collin Cates; sister, Elaine Eilers and husband, John, Rock Port; nephew, Phillip Eilers; niece, Jennifer Smith; and numerous aunts and cousins. 

Private family inurnment at a later date, Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port.

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel

Leola Claire Brittain, the daughter of Earl and Mildred K. (Felker) Brittain, was born December 11, 1921, in Burlington Junction, Missouri. She graduated from Guilford High School. 

On January 17, 1942, Claire was united in marriage to Ivan Dean Carter in King City, Missouri. They became the parents of two daughters, Cathy Claire and Mary Beth.  Ivan passed away May 18, 1983.  On August 18, 1991, Claire was united in marriage to Vilas Aldie Jones at the First Christian Church in Tarkio. Vilas passed away September 8, 2002.  Claire made her home in Tarkio to the present time. 

Claire was employed as a dental assistant in Fairfax and Tarkio, Missouri.  After retiring in the late 1980’s, she volunteered at the Tarkio Nutrition Center. 

Claire was a member of the First Christian Church in Tarkio, where she was active in CWF.  She was also a member of PEO Chapter FF, Tarkio. Claire loved tending to her flowers and enjoyed sewing. She was an excellent cook who made delicious pies. Claire passed away Sunday, April 21, 2019, at Tarkio Rehabilitation and Health Care, Tarkio, at the age of 97. 

In addition to her parents and husbands, Claire was preceded in death by daughter, Cathy Carter, three sisters, and one brother. Survivors include daughter, Mary Beth Alsup and husband, Richard, Maryville, Missouri; grandchildren, Leigh Beth Alsup, Maryville, Damon Carter Alsup and wife, Kate, Blue Springs, Missouri; five great-grandchildren, Jessi and Matthew Madden, Dawson Couts, Gianna and Barrett Alsup; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service:   10:00 A.M., Thursday, April 25, 2019, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Interment:  Home Cemetery, Tarkio

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Carl Eugene Kerr was born to Clarence H. and Marie (Olson) Kerr on July 26, 1932, on a farm near Watson, Missouri. He attended grade school at West Bend and Rupes Grove before entering the 5th grade at Rock Port Elementary. Gene is a 1951 graduate of Rock Port High School, Rock Port, Missouri. After spending 21 months in the United States Army (14 months of this time in Korea) Sergeant Kerr returned to further his education by attending two years at Tarkio College, Tarkio, Missouri. 

On December 18, 1955, he was united in marriage to Frances F. Curry and they made their home in Rock Port.  To this union, three children were born; Carla Jean, Dennis Leroy and Kirby Joe.  Gene and Frances were proud of their 58 years of marriage. 

Gene and Frances owned and operated the IGA food store in Rock Port from 1957 to 1970.  Gene worked as manager of the Mini Mart in Craig, Missouri, and Trails End at Rock Port.  Gene and Frances also owned and operated the Bait and Bottle store from 1983 to 1987.  He spent 23 years with the United States Postal Service and retired in 1996 as postmaster of Warsaw, Missouri.  He was a 28 year veteran of the Rock Port Fire Department, where he served as First Assistant Chief.  Gene was also a member of the Ralph Greer American Legion Post #49, Rock Port, where he served as a past Post Commander, and he was a member of the First Lutheran Church, Rock Port. 

After the death of Frances in 2013, Gene moved to Auburn, Nebraska, to be closer to his daughter, Carla, and her family.  Gene loved his family unconditionally.  He was very proud of his children, grandchildren and great-granddaughters!  Gene had mastered making beef jerky.  He enjoyed sharing it with his family and others.  He also enjoyed gardening and sharing the extra produce with family and friends.  Gene passed away Sunday, February 10, 2019, at his home in Auburn, at the age of 86. 

In addition to his wife, Frances, and his parents, Gene was preceded in death by brother, Donald Kerr and his wife, Virginia, and daughter-in-law, Whitney Kerr.  Survivors include daughter, Carla (Rory) Mason, Auburn; sons, Dennis (Jackie) Kerr, Wichita, Kansas, and Kirby Kerr, Fayetteville, Arkansas; sister, Joan Bucy, Waukesha, Wisconsin; seven grandchildren, Christina (Rick) Kerr Comstock, Zachary (Christina) Kerr, Jennifer (Michael) Kerr Nguyen, Kaitlyn Kerr, Sara Mason, Derek Mason and Laszlo Kerr; two great-grandchildren, Lauren Elizabeth Kerr and Rylee Jean Bos; and many nieces and nephews. 

In Gene’s words, “It has been quite a ride!” 

Celebration of Life Memorial Service: 11:00 A.M., Friday, March 8, 2019, First Lutheran Church, Rock Port.

Inurnment:  Linden Cemetery, Rock Port.

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Ellen Kiehl, the daughter of Marshall and Adeline (Faulkner) Jackson, was born July 24, 1947, in Craig, Missouri. She attended Craig High School, graduating in 1965. Ellen also attended technical school in Maryville, Missouri, receiving her licensed practical nurse certificate. 

In the early 1970’s, Ellen was united in marriage to Albert Schale.  They became the parents of one daughter, Marci.  They later divorced.  In 1984, Ellen was united in marriage to Richard Kiehl.  Richard passed away in 2003. 

Ellen was employed at the Northview Manor in Tarkio, and Community Hospital-Fairfax, Fairfax, Missouri, for 20 years.  For a short time, she lived in Dodge City, Kansas, where she worked as a guard at the Excel plant. 

Ellen was a member of the First Christian Church in Rock Port, Missouri.  She loved spending time with daughter, Marci, and with her grandchildren.  Ellen enjoyed visiting with friends and telling stories, reading and spending time with Baxter, her canine companion.  Ellen passed away Saturday, January 12, 2019, at her home in Rock Port, at the age of 71. 

In addition to her parents and husband, Richard, Ellen was preceded in death by sister, Roberta Bean.  Survivors include daughter, Marci Wilroy, Rock Port; three grandchildren, Ayden, Lily and Madison Wilroy, Rock Port; siblings, J.M. (Merry) Jackson, Mound City, Missouri, Dean (Ann) Jackson, Durango, Colorado, Doris Bowers, Fort Lee, New Jersey, Bob (Berdie) Jackson, Las Vegas, Nevada, Richard (Pat) Jackson, Craig, Missouri, Kay (Bernie) Lemay, St. Joseph, Missouri, Rodger (Lu) Jackson, Craig, Debbie (Dennis) Rose, Goodman, Missouri; numerous nieces and nephews; many friends; and Baxter. 

Memorial Service:  11:00 A.M., Thursday, January 17, First Christian Church, Rock Port.

Private family inurnment at a later date, Tharp Cemetery, Craig, Missouri.

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Carl Lawrence, the son of Robert E. and Della Mae (Ellison) Lawrence, was born August 23, 1924, in Chadwick, Missouri. He attended Walnut Grove country school in Chadwick, Happy Hollow country school in Colorado, and then high school in Battlefield, Missouri. 

On July 10, 1944, Carl was united in marriage to Ella Marie Hampton in Tarkio, Missouri. They made their home in Tarkio their entire married life. Marie passed away September 8, 2004. 

Carl left home at the age of 12 to join the harvest crews that travelled from Texas to Canada. When he came to the Tarkio area, he worked on the Burr Oak Ranch and Christianson Ranch. He also worked for Lloyd Terwilliger as a mason. He bought his first truck, a 1940 GMC, in 1945 and began a lifelong career as an independent trucker. At the urging of his banker, Carl took a leap of faith and bought his first farm in 1968, and continued to build his life of farming and trucking until his retirement in 2008. 

Carl enjoyed fishing, hunting and boating and was very active in 4-H, Saddle Club and rodeos, even serving as rodeo board president. 

At age 13, Carl was baptized and accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior at the Battlefield Baptist Church. Carl passed away Wednesday, January 9, 2019, at Tarkio Rehabilitation and Health Care, at the age of 94. 

In addition to his parents and wife, Carl was preceded in death by brothers, Loran and Donald Lawrence, sister, Dolores Wittenborn, and son-in-law, David Ripley. Survivors include two daughters, Denise Watson and husband, Ron, Kimberling City, Missouri, and Carla Musch and husband, Tony, Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri; two granddaughters, Ronda Watson, and Lainey Ripley; one grandson, Daniel Ripley; two brothers, Elvis (Jack) Lawrence, Mount Vernon, Missouri, and Bob Lawrence and wife, Shirley, Marionville, Missouri; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service:  2:00 P.M., Thursday, January 17, 2019, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Interment: Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Sanford D. “Sandy” Lisle, the son of Sanford Aubrey and Gladys Cleora (Weddle) Lisle, was born October 20, 1936, in Grant City, Missouri. He attended Hatfield School. 

In March 1953, Sandy was united in marriage to Nadeen Parkhurst and they became the parents of five children, Patti, Sheila, Dennis, Danny, and Marlene. They later divorced. Sandy was united in marriage to Raymonetta (Rocha) McCabe and they became the parents of sons, Tracey and Terry Lisle, Rick, Randy, and Leroy (Kick) McCabe. They were later divorced. On July 30, 1970, Sandy was united in marriage to Judy (Jackson) Hughes and they became the parents of one daughter, Stephanie. They later divorced. On April 10, 1991, Sandy found his life companion, Shirlee (Gilchrist) Smith. They shared their life for 22 years, and Sandy became “Pop” to Shirlee’s daughters, Susan and Melissa. On December 6, 2013, they were united in marriage and spent 28 wonderful years together. 

Sandy was employed with Anderzon Excavating in Omaha, Nebraska, and J.D. Lockard, Stella, Nebraska. In 1970, he moved to Rock Port, Missouri, and established Lisle Construction. He was a heavy equipment operator that provided excavation, dirt removal, demolitions, cleaned drainage ditches, erected silos and disassembled railroad tracks. Sandy passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019, at his home, next to his beloved river, surrounded by his wife and family, in Rock Port, at the age of 82. 

In addition to his parents, Sandy was preceded in death by two sons, Tracey and Terry Lisle, daughter-in-law, Maggie Lisle, siblings, Ladonna Murdock, Dean Lisle, Marie Warren, and Shirley Foley, and two nephews and two nieces. 

Survivors include wife, Shirlee Lisle, Rock Port; nine children, Patti Brickey and husband, Walter, Windsor, Missouri, Sheila Burford and husband, Dan, Green Ridge, Missouri, Dennis Lisle, Bethany, Missouri, Danny Lisle and wife, Becky, Eagleville, Missouri, Marlene Sicht and husband, Larry, Green Ridge, Leroy (Kick) McCabe and wife, Joan, Honey Creek, Iowa, Stephanie Anderson and husband, Rusty, Hopkins, Missouri, Susan Smith and Linda Mason, Rogersville, Missouri, and Melissa White and companion, Todd Fogg, Fairfax, Missouri; 33 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter, Ginny Jean Thraillkill; countless nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Celebration of Life Family Visitation: 1:00-2:00 P.M., Saturday, April 20, 2019, Velma Houts Building, Rock Port, Missouri.

Private family inurnment will be held at a later date.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Deva M. Marrs, the daughter of Curtis and Ruby (Jeffries) Burton, was born August 7, 1930, in Bethany, Missouri.  She attended Bethany High School, graduating in 1949. 

In 1949, Deva was united in marriage to Erman Webb.  They became the parents of four sons, Richard, Lyle, Lynn and Loren.  They later divorced.  On October 11, 1983, Deva was united in marriage to Bob Marrs.  Bob passed away April 8, 1999. 

Deva was employed as a waitress in local restaurants and operated the Tarkio School cafeteria, in Tarkio, Missouri, for many years. She also worked in the cafeteria and snack bar at Tarkio College. 

Deva was a member of the First Baptist Church in Tarkio.  Deva passed away Saturday, March 2, 2019, at Tarkio Rehabilitation and Health Care, Tarkio, at the age of 88. 

In addition to her parents and husband, Bob, Deva was preceded in death by infant son, Richard Webb, and son, Loren Webb.  Survivors include sons, Lyle Webb, Tarkio, and Lynn Webb and wife, Jeannie, Shenandoah, Iowa; grandchildren, Frank, Michelle, Jason, Candice, Jenny and Travis; numerous great-grandchildren; brothers, Donald Burton, Kansas City, Missouri, and Kenny Burton, San Diego, California; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service:  1:30 P.M., Saturday, March 9, 2019, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Interment:  Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Virginia “Ginny” McCroskey was born October 9, 1951, in Estes Park, Colorado, to Wallace “Mac” and Florence McCroskey. 

She married the love of her life, Robert “Bob” Edward Dodson, September 5, 1971, in Liberal, Kansas. They had one daughter, Doris Jean “DJ” Burke. Bob passed away unexpectedly on October 1, 1972, in a motorcycle accident. Her love for him never faded. 

During her life Ginny obtained her Cosmetology license, and later CNA license. Ginny was a very hard worker and dedicated Mother. She is well known for working at both the Rock Port and Tarkio care centers during the 80’s. She also worked at Max’s Trail Boss in the early 90’s before moving on to her last job at The Hen House. 

Ginny married James Louck June 9, 1996, in Tarkio Missouri, they later separated. 

When Ginny’s health permitted, her hobbies included camping and fishing with her daughter and grandchildren, crafting, and crocheting. She also enjoyed hosting large holiday dinners for her family and friends. Ginny was also known for her large collection of angels. 

Her greatest joys in life were spending time with her daughter, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Her family meant everything to her and she was always proud to talk about them. 

Surrounded by loved ones, Ginny gained her angel wings January 3, 2019, at the Fairfax Community Hospital in Fairfax, Missouri. 

In addition to her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by husband, Bob Dodson, two brothers, Bill and Chuck, and one sister, Sandy.  Survivors include daughter, DJ (Dan) Burke, Rock Port, Missouri; grandchildren, Kavin (Elyssa) Burke, Duncan, Oklahoma, Ryleah Burke, Rock Port, and Kaci Burke, Fairfax, Missouri; great-grandchildren, Jakleigh Burke and Weston Burke; five brothers, Jimmy, Melvin, Bobby, Walter, and Sam; three sisters, Irene, Helen, and Cheryl; numerous nieces, nephews, and other “adopted” grandchildren. 

There is no visitation, service or inurnment planned at this time.

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Robert Lloyd MacDonald, 94, Tarkio, passed away Friday, February 15, 2019, in Tarkio.

 Robert Lloyd MacDonald was born June 21, 1924, in Fredericton Junction, New Brunswick, Canada.  He went home to the LORD on February 15, 2019, in Tarkio, Missouri.  Robert was a life-long servant of the LORD in the Church of Jesus Christ. 

Robert was a Purple Heart Veteran of World War II.  He landed on Normandy on “D Day” and fought throughout France and Germany. 

Robert went to join his wife and life-long companion, Mary Ellen (Whitworth) MacDonald, in eternity.  He is survived by his daughter, Sharon Ann (MacDonald) Alderman; sons, Robert Lewis MacDonald and Matthew Daniel MacDonald.  Robert was blessed with six grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. 

There will be no visitation, services or inurnment at this time.

Cremation Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Mason Roger McIntire, 73, passed away January 18, 2019 in Maryville, Missouri.

He was born in St. Joseph on May 23, 1945, one of four children of Harry Lyons and Violet Marie (Holstine) McIntire.

Mason received his BS and Masters of Business Administration from the University of Kansas in 1969. While attending KU, he met Judy Bailey, and they were married in Moline, Illinois on August 10, 1968. They became parents of two daughters.

Mason served in the United States Army while the couple lived in San Antonio, Texas. They also lived in Los Angeles and Kansas City, before moving to Mound City in 1974. Mason owned and operated McIntire Lumber until his retirement in 2014.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Tom; sister, Marilyn Schulte; and niece, Melinda Nedbalek.

Mason is survived by his wife of 50 years, Judy, of their Mound City home; daughters, Heidi (Paul) Shaver, Colleyville, Texas, and Jill (Nathan) Green, Highlands Ranch, Colorado; six grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law, Kay and Robert Simpson, St. Joseph, sister-in-law, Ann McIntire, Overland Park, Kansas; brother-in-law, William Schulte, Verona, Pennsylvania; and nieces, nephews and a community of friends.

Services: 11:00 am Wednesday, January 23, 2019, Chamberlain Funeral Home, Mound City. Family visitation, Tuesday evening from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the funeral home. Interment: Mount Hope Cemetery, Mound City. Memorials: Mound City United Methodist Church, Mound City Nutrition Site, and the State Theater.

A. Kathleen (Burk) McMaster, the daughter of Charles Emmett and Alta K. (O’Bannan) Burk was born November 21, 1924, in Tarkio, Missouri. Kathleen graduated from Tarkio High School in 1941. 

On February 28, 1942, Kathleen was united in marriage to Galen McMaster.  They made their home in Tarkio and became the parents of two children, Greg and Gayla. 

In 1963 the family moved to Rock Island, Illinois, and later to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.  Following retirement they moved to Middle Island, New York, to live closer to their daughter, Gayla. Galen passed away November 3, 2002. Kathleen passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2019, at her home in Middle Island at the age of 94. 

Kathleen loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She also enjoyed playing bridge, dancing, and knitting. She loved all the holidays, with Christmas bringing her the most joy. 

Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents and husband.  Survivors include son, Greg McMaster and his wife, Kathy, Tulsa, Oklahoma; daughter, Gayla D’Andrea and her husband, Albert, Centereach, New York; grandchildren, David McMaster, Kristel Ferris and Janna Iuliucci; great-grandchildren, Braden McMaster, Allie McMaster, Kendalle Ferris and Madelyn Iuliucci. 

Graveside Service and Interment: 2:00 P.M., Sunday, March 10, 2019, Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Imogene Moore, the daughter of Floyd and Sadie Grace (Clark) Mutchler, was born October 1, 1934, in Shenandoah, Iowa.  She attended Shenandoah High School, graduating in 1954. 

On December 19, 1954, Imogene was united in marriage to James (Jim) F. Moore at the Assembly of God Church in Tarkio, Missouri.  They made their home in Tarkio and became the parents of three daughters, Deborah, Diane and Jacqueline. 

Imogene worked in health care for several years at the Shenandoah Memorial Hospital and Community Hospital in Fairfax, Missouri.  She was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Tarkio. Jim passed away in April of 1982.  Imogene passed away February 23, 2019, at Tarkio Rehabilitation and Health Care at the age of 84. 

Besides her parents and husband, Imogene was preceded in death by daughter, Deborah Wilcox; seven siblings, Wayne Mutchler and wife, Essie, Earl Mutchler and wife, Opal, Ruth Worley, Ersie Graham and husband, Lee, Alberta Carper and husband, Everett, Tully Mutchler and wife, Mable, Grace Reitz and husband, Don, Marlene Ross and husband, Pete; brothers-in-law, Ed Erickson and Charles Bragg. Survivors include daughters, Diane Hicks and husband, Dean, Tarkio, Jacqueline Moore and significant other, Jim Schwarz, Glascow, Missouri; five grandchildren, Leasa, Lindsey, Joy Anne, Jonathon and Joshua; five great-grandchildren, Layla, Tylea, Elijah, Tregn, and Thorin; two sisters, Alice Erickson, and Jane Bragg; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Graveside Service and Interment: 10:30 A.M., Friday, March 1, 2019, Home Cemetery, Tarkio.

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Eric Blaine Mulvania, 55, of Tarkio, Missouri passed away Saturday, January 5, 2019 at Community Hospital, Fairfax, Missouri.

He was born on September 16, 1963 to Ralph and Gertrude (Tiemeyer) Mulvania. He was baptized and confirmed at First Lutheran Church, Rock Port.

Eric was preceded in death by his father; maternal grandparents, August and Myrtle Tiemeyer; paternal grandparents, Laurel and Estelle Mulvania; and mother-in-law, Diane (Wiley) Witty.

His education was in the Rock Port R II School where he excelled in football, and graduated in 1982.

Eric began farming in 1985 and continued in partnership with his brother Shawn for 34 years, in Atchison County. Eric loved farming, driving tractors, watching the Kansas City Chiefs and Mizzou Tigers. He was the Tomato King, and loved raising and eating tomatoes. Eric enjoyed long country drives, and his buddy George. He enjoyed spending time with family and visiting with his long time friends on the Missouri river bottom.

Eric began dating Carol (Nixon) Dufoe in 1998 and they were married on July 18, 2003. She survives of their Tarkio home.  Additional survivors include his mother, Gertrude, Rock Port; brother, Shawn, Rock Port; step-sons, Nathan Dufoe, Pensicola, Florida, Daniel (Kaela) Dufoe, Galway, New York, Kaleb Pitts, Shenandoah, Iowa and Tyler Pitts, Tarkio, Missouri; niece, Erin Mulvania, St. Joseph, Missouri; grandsons, Dayton and Carter; brothers-in-law, William Freeman, Tarkio, Missouri, Ken Freeman, Hamilton, Missouri, Gary (Elaine) Freeman, Maryville, Missouri, and Terry Freeman, Tarkio, Missouri; sister-in-law, Karen (Kevin) Franklin, Auburn, Nebraska; father-in-law, Raymond (Patricia) Nixon, Omaha, Nebraska; and Eric's beloved cat, George.

Eric has been cremated under the direction of Chamberlain Funeral Home, Rock Port. A private family inurnment at Hunter Cemetery will be held at a later date

Kolbie Marie Nelson, the daughter of Steven Charles Nelson and Danielle Renee Madron, was stillborn December 5, 2018, at Community Hospital-Fairfax, Fairfax, Missouri. 

Survivors include parents, Steven Charles Nelson and Danielle Renee Madron; siblings, Easton Madron, Briar Murray, Zoey Murray, Dom Nelson and Zain Nelson; grandparents, Patricia and Sam Kier, Charles and Ilona Nelson, and Kelley and Derrick Madron. 

All Funeral Services are private.

Interment at Center Grove Cemetery, Westboro, Missouri

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio, Missouri

Marie J. Perry, the daughter of Issac Newton and Gladys (Horsington) Moody, was born June 26, 1933, in Rock Port, Missouri. She attended Rock Port High School, Rock Port. 

On November 22, 1948, Marie was united in marriage to Ora W. Perry at the Rock Port Baptist parsonage.  They became the parents of three children, Jerry, Danny and Sandra.  They made their home in Rock Port their entire married life.  Ora passed away July 28, 2013. 

Marie was employed as a cook at Rock Port Schools, Trails End, and Pleasant View Nursing Home, all in Rock Port.  In 1999, she retired from Pleasant View. 

Marie enjoyed watching birds, and camping and fishing at Tuttle Creek Lake in Manhattan, Kansas.  She loved caring for her children and grandchildren.   Marie passed away Saturday, February 9, 2019, at Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Auburn, Nebraska, at the age of 85. 

In addition to her parents, Marie was preceded in death by daughter, Sandra Lawson.  Survivors include sons, Jerry Perry and wife, Louise, Rock Port, and Danny Perry and wife, Lita, Fairfax, Missouri; grandchildren, Shelley, Chris, Jason, Devon, Kade and Tayha; many great-grandchildren; sister, Lois Harmon, Rock Port; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, February 13, 2019, Rock Port Baptist Church.

Interment: High Creek Cemetery, Watson, Missouri.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Barbara Ann Pfeil, the daughter of William and Helen (Ottmann) Walker was born on May 25, 1942, in Maryville, Missouri.  She graduated from Rock Port High School, Rock Port, Missouri, in 1960.  After graduating she received her Associates degree in business from St. Joseph, Missouri. 

On April 14, 1962, Barbara was united in marriage to Gary W. Pfeil at the First Lutheran Church, Rock Port.  They made their home in Rock Port until 1981 when they moved to a home outside of Langdon, Missouri.  Besides being a homemaker and raising their three children, Barbara was employed in numerous jobs which include; the Rock Port Theater, the Atchison County Court House, Pleasant View Nursing Home (bookkeeper), Greenley’s Grocery Store, and Region V Services (providing care for individuals in group homes in Auburn and Nebraska City, Nebraska).  Barbara enjoyed gardening, listening to music, her dog, Willis, and her home out on the bottom.  Barbara passed away Saturday, November 17, 2018 at Pleasant View Nursing Home, Rock Port, at the age of 76. 

Barbara was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Rock Port. 

Survivors include her husband, Gary W. Pfeil; brothers, Robert Walker and his wife, Cindy, Forest Lake, Minnesota, Thomas Walker and his wife, Sandi, Kennewick, Washington; sister, Betty Nixon and her husband, Jamie, Council Bluffs, Iowa; two daughters, Deborah Miller and her husband, Philip, Tucson, Arizona, Sandra Pfeil, Lincoln, Nebraska; son, Gary O. Pfeil, Rock Port, Missouri; and two grandchildren, Zachary and Jaiden. 

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents. 

Graveside Service and Interment: 11:00 A.M., Saturday, November 24, 2018, Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port.

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Wilma Fredora Randall, the daughter of Emil Rudolph and Lena (Ideker) Krutz, was born on March 11, 1933, at Corning, Missouri.  She attended the Corning High School till her senior year and then attended Craig High School where she graduated. 

On June 24, 1951, Wilma was united in marriage to Phillip Nathan Randall at the Lutheran Church in Craig, Missouri.  They made their home in the Corning area and then moved to Rock Port where they lived and farmed.  In 2011, they moved to Shawnee, Kansas due to Wilma’s health issues.  During her school years, Wilma took years of voice and piano lessons, which was her passion.  She thoroughly enjoyed playing the piano and organ at First Lutheran Church for 30 years or more where she played for most weddings, funerals, special occasions and weekly services. 

Wilma was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Corning, prior to transferring her membership to First Lutheran Church of Rock Port. 

Wilma passed away on Christmas Day, December 25, 2018 at their residence at Shawnee Hills Retirement Community, Shawnee, Kansas, at the age of 85. 

Survivors include husband, Phillip Randall, Shawnee; two sons, Michael David (Carolyn) Randall, Olathe, Kansas, and Marcus Daniel (Jeanne) Randall, St. Charles, Missouri; one daughter, Cynthia Elaine (Tim) Macek, Shawnee; seven grandchildren, Jason (Tellena) Randall, Eudora, Kansas, Jaime (Tyler) Farnworth, Ventura, California, Laura (Joel) Ensey, Ellsworth, Kansas, Derek (Becky) Randall, Rosalia, Kansas, David (Whitney) Randall, Colorado Springs, Colorado, Elaine and Kevin Macek, both of Shawnee; twelve great-grandchildren, Ezra and Zane Ensey, Adynn, Easton and Hollis Randall, Harlee, Mason, Rylee and Jaxson Randall, Lillian and Camden Randall, and Olivia Farnworth; two nieces, Judith Ann Middleton, Kearney, Nebraska, and Melva Linville, Kansas City, Missouri; one nephew, Harold Krutz, Fairfax, Missouri; numerous sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and their children. 

Wilma was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Melvin Krutz and numerous brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. 

Funeral Service:  11:00 A.M., Monday, December 31, 2018, First Lutheran Church, Rock Port.

Interment:  Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port.

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Allie Brown Redfern passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, February 20, 2019, at Delmar Gardens of Overland Park, Kansas, following a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. 

Allie was born in Rockbridge, Missouri, on December 12, 1921, to Alta Elizabeth and Ray Robert Brown. In May of 1939, Allie was united in marriage to Roy E. Redfern, and six children were born to this marriage; Jim, Bob, Betty, Cathi, Ed, and Dianne. 

Allie spent her life giving to others. Whether it was through her dedication to catering weddings, taking care of those around her or working as the Dietary Manager at Bethesda Care Center in Tarkio, Missouri, she took care of “her” seniors.  Allie worked with her husband, Roy, and her sons, Jim and Bob, at the Redfern & Son’s Body Shop for many years.  She also worked at Tarkio College, Tarkio Elementary School, and retired from Bethesda Care Center after 25 years of service. Allie was the President of the Missouri Dietary Manager’s Association for a number of years. She loved gardening, cooking, music and making others laugh.  Allie was an exceptional cook and was well known for her German chocolate cake and her “sinkers” (as her grandson so aptly named her hot rolls.) 

In addition to her parents, Allie was preceded in death by husband, Roy Redfern; siblings, Wanda Mroz, Loren Brown, Lawrence Brown, Sybil Hargus, Lloyd Brown and Alva Brown; great-granddaughter, Charley Hutsler; and son-in-law, Ronald Archambault. Survivors include children, Jim (Trudy) Redfern, Overland Park, Kansas, Bob (Joyce) Redfern, Everett, Oregon, Betty (Bob) Smith, Cathi Archambault, all of Tarkio, Ed Redfern, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Dianne (Chris) Kramer, Lenexa, Kansas; ten grandchildren, Mark (Tracy) Redfern, Raymore, Missouri, Niki Goodrich, Pleasant Hill, Missouri, Christina Kramer, Creston, Iowa, Don (Tami) Boutwell, Athens, Alabama, Jeff Boutwell, New Jersey,  Tiffany (Brian) Levitt, Yucca Valley, California, David (Gloria) Smith, Tarkio, Shannon (Dean) Ratliff, Stockton, Missouri, Dee Dee Holbrook (Pat) Updike, Red Oak, Iowa, and Bobbi (Scott) Poppa, Tarkio; step-grandsons, Joshua, Andrew and Cameron Kramer, Overland Park; thirty-six great-grandchildren; twenty-four great-great-grandchildren; and one great-great-great-grandchild. 

Funeral Service:

12:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 26, 2019, First Baptist Church, Tarkio, Missouri

Interment: Home Cemetery, Tarkio

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

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Brandon Steele Runyan, the son of Troy Steele and Deanna Michelle (Hookham) Runyan, was born April 28, 1990, in Red Oak, Iowa.  He attended Tarkio High School, Tarkio, Missouri.  Brandon then attended the Excelsior Springs Job Corp Center, in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, earning his high school diploma and certification in the Home Builders Institute. 

On December 30, 2015, Brandon began a relationship with Daisey Kirkpatrick, being companions until the present time. 

Brandon was employed in several positions including shipping and receiving at Kawasaki in Maryville, part-time with the United States Postal Service, and was a truck driver for American Recycling in Tarkio, which he loved and eventually hoped to get a CDL to be an over-the-road truck driver. 

Brandon enjoyed riding dirt bikes and four wheelers, playing video games, listening to music, watching Netflix and YouTube, and hanging out with friends.  Brandon passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2019, in Tarkio, at the age of 28. 

Brandon was preceded in death by his grandfather, Roy Hookham, Sr. and grandmother, Karen Runyan.  Survivors include mother, Deanna (Carl) Fogle, Tarkio; father, Troy (Bridget) Runyan, Raytown, Missouri; fiancé, Daisey Kirkpatrick and her children, Millie and Caden, Tarkio; three sisters, Angela Hookham, Kansas City, Missouri, Rachel (Robert Johnson) Runyan, Tarkio, and Jessica Runyan, Independence, Missouri; grandfather, Robert Steele Runyan, Clarinda, Iowa; grandmothers, Regenea Esquivel, Clarinda, and Peggy Hookham, Shenandoah, Iowa; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and host of friends. 

Memorial Service:  11:00 A.M., Saturday, April 13, 2019, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Inurnment:  Snow Hill Cemetery, Coin, Iowa

Tammy Sue Simmons, the daughter of Delmar and Karen (Appling) Schebaum, was born January 19, 1967, in Fairfax, Missouri.  She attended Tarkio High School, Tarkio, Missouri, graduating in 1985. 

On July 12, 1986, Tammy was united in marriage to George Elvon Simmons in Clarinda, Iowa.  They made their home in Corning, Iowa, and became the parents of two daughters, Amanda and Amber.  George passed away July 27, 2011, in Corning. 

During her lifetime, Tammy was employed as a caregiver at the group home in Sidney, Iowa, and at the Subway Restaurant in Corning. 

Tammy loved spending time with her grandchildren.  She enjoyed spending time with her dogs, Peewee and Baby Girl, tending to her flowers and going on car rides. Tammy passed away Sunday, December 30, 2018, at Bryan LGH Medical Center, Lincoln, Nebraska, at the age of 51. 

Tammy was preceded in death by her husband and father.  Survivors include daughters, Amanda Ruth Gaede and husband, Matthew, Chetek, Wisconsin, and Amber Rose Simmons, Tarkio; grandchildren, Hunter Matthew George Gaede and Mackenzie Lynn Faith Gaede; mother, Karen Schebaum, Westboro, Missouri; sisters, Wendy Schebaum, Nebraska City, Nebraska, Mary Jane Brown, Fairfax, and Kristina Schebaum, Ashland, Oregon; brother, Delmar Schebaum and wife, Cookie, Tarkio; adopted sister, Quinn Goodman and her daughter, Abagail Goodman, Ashland; and companion, Gary Kestner, Tarkio. 

All Services Pending, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Private family inurnment at a later date, Oak Grove Cemetery, Clarinda, Iowa.

Martin Scott Smith, the son of Stanley Martin and Gwendolyn Darlene (Hancock) Smith, was born December 11, 1964, in Fairfax, Missouri. He attended Fairfax High School, Fairfax, graduating in 1983. 

On September 8, 2011, Scott was united in marriage to Tammy Murphy in Tarkio, Missouri. Their children include, Jordan, Nicole, Jack, Jonathan, Brandon, Dakota and Jasmine. For nearly 20 years, Scott was employed with Priority Air Courier Inc. of Kansas City, Missouri, where he was Operations Manager. In 2003, Scott was employed by Eaton Corp. in Shenandoah, Iowa. In 2012, Scott started Martin S. Smith Trucking, LLC, hauling rock, sand, lime, and dirt to local customers. Scott carried mail for the United States Postal Service, part-time from 1999 to present. 

Scott was a member of Fairfax Masonic Lodge #483, A.F. and A.M. He was baptized at the Presbyterian Church in Fairfax. He was a member of the National Letter Carriers Association and enjoyed riding his Harley, camping, fishing, traveling, and spending time with his family. Scott passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2019, at his home in Tarkio at the age of 54. 

In addition to his parents, Scott was preceded in death by grandparents, Fred and Jennie Smith and Carl and Tillie Loveland, brother, Randy Dunkle and brothers-in-law, Roger Clark and Rick Martin. Survivors include wife, Tammy Smith, Tarkio; seven children, Jordan, Nicole (Chris), Jack (Emily), Jonathan (Cathrine), Brandon, Dakota (Stuart) and Jasmine (Jesse); twelve grandchildren; sisters, Carol Clark, Fairfax, Trudy Martin, Tarkio; sister-in-law, Connie (Jack Bright) Dunkle, Fairfax; father and mother-in-law, Nelson and Cora Murphy, Essex, Iowa; brothers and sisters-in-law, Sherri (Ottis) Hale, Essex, Tom Murphy, Syracuse, Nebraska, and Pam (Dean) Hastings, Glenwood, Iowa; uncle, Gary (Kay) Smith, Fairfax; aunt, Shirley Henning, Tarkio; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. 

***At the family’s request, please wear your Harley clothing to the memorial service.*** 

Memorial Service: 11:00 A.M., Saturday, March 2, 2019, First Baptist Church, Tarkio.

Private family inurnment at a later date at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Fairfax.

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Carroll Gene Sparks, the son of Harrison J. and Pauline L. (Perry) Sparks, was born July 14, 1940, in Burlington Junction, Missouri. He attended Blanchard, Iowa, schools and Chicken Bristle, North Star, and Happy Hill country schools in northwest Missouri, and Tarkio schools to the eighth grade. On September 12, 1963, Gene entered the United States Army and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War, receiving his honorable discharge on September 10, 1965. 

On March 20, 1966, Gene was united in marriage to Janice June Gust by Rev. Raines at the Assembly of God Church in Tarkio. They became the parents of two sons, Garold Eugene and Ryan Joseph and made their home in Tarkio their entire married life. 

Gene worked for many area farmers, including the McEnaneys, Smiths, and Don Fast.  He was also employed at the Missouri Beef Packers in Phelps City, Missouri and Farm Master Gate Factory in Shenandoah, Iowa. Gene later worked resurfacing tennis courts for the Kyler Company, Tarkio and Vogel Popcorn in Hamburg, Iowa, retiring in the mid 2000’s. 

Gene received Jesus Christ as his LORD and Savior and was baptized April 7, 1957, at this time he also became a member of the Assembly of God Church in Tarkio. Gene enjoyed fishing, watching westerns, reading his Bible, and spending time with his sons and grandchildren. Gene passed away Saturday, February 16, 2019, at Tarkio Rehabilitation and Health Care, Tarkio, at the age of 78. 

In addition to his parents, Gene was preceded in death by sister, Barbara Branson.  Survivors include wife, Janice Sparks, Tarkio; two sons, Garold Sparks and fiancé, Camilla Reisdorff , Omaha, Nebraska, and Ryan Sparks, Stanberry, Missouri; two grandchildren, Dakota Sparks, and RaeNa Sparks and fiancé, Nic Sillik; four great-grandchildren, Emma Sparks, Charlotte Sparks, Kota Sparks and Nicholas Sillik; sister, Charlotte (William Long) Peterman; brother, Marvin (Esther) Sparks; three half- brothers; and two half-sisters. 

Memorial Services: 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, February 27, 2019, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio

Private family inurnment will be held at a later date.

Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Lee Edward Stevens, the son of Lee Emmett and Helen Catherine (Curry) Stevens, was born on July 6, 1930, in Tarkio, Missouri. He attended numerous area country schools and Tarkio High School, graduating in 1949. On February 1, 1951, Lee Eddie entered the United States Marine Corp and proudly served his country during the Korean War, receiving his honorable discharge January 31, 1954. 

On June 3, 2006, Lee Eddie was united in marriage to Donna R. Harris in Craig, Missouri. They became parents to their “bonus children”, Linda Kaye, Catherine Lynn, Russell Allan, Daniel LaVerna, Kelly Suzanne, Sherry R. and Tamara J. They made their home in Tarkio to the present time. 

Lee Eddie owned and operated Stevens Insurance Agency in Tarkio where he sold insurance for 50 years. He also drove a school bus for Tarkio schools for 25 years and was a dispatcher for the Atchison County Sheriff’s Office in Rock Port, Missouri. 

Lee Eddie was a member of the Allen-Schiffern American Legion Post #199, Tarkio where he served as a former Post Commander. He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Tarkio, also serving as a former Post Commander. Lee Eddie was a member of the First Church of God in Craig. 

He enjoyed woodworking, feeding the birds and squirrels, and spending time with his family. Lee Eddie passed away Saturday, March 23, 2019, at Mosaic Life Care, St. Joseph, Missouri, surrounded by family at the age of 88. 

In addition to his parents, Lee Eddie was preceded in death by son-in-law, David Payton, Jr., stepson, Denny Harris, and brother-in-law, Robert Vette. Survivors include wife, Donna Stevens, Tarkio; children, Linda Kaye Payton, Tarkio, Catherine Lynn (Clete) Swackhamer, Cincinnati, Iowa, Rusty (Carol) Stevens, Slocomb, Alabama, Dan (Rhonda) Stevens, St. Joseph, Kelly (Kris) Grahn, Kansas City, Missouri, Sherry (Dennis) Bowlin, Tarkio, and Tammy (Tony) Grossman, Tarkio; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; sister, Deane Vette, Tarkio; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Memorial Service: 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, March 27, 2019, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Private family inurnment at later date, Home Cemetery, Tarkio

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio.

Shirley Lea (Walker) True, the daughter of Arville and Mildred (Cooper) Walker, was born November 9, 1932 in Langdon, Missouri. She graduated from Rock Port High School in 1950. 

On March 27, 1954, Shirley was united in marriage to A. J. Barnhart, they made their home and farmed northwest of Rock Port and became the parents of two daughters; Joni and Jill.  A. J. passed away October 11, 1979.  On February 5, 1981, Shirley was united in marriage to Jerome True. They made their home in Rock Port to the present time. Shirley was a loving mom and homemaker as well as an excellent bookkeeper for the family farming operation and True Ag. She maintained a very meticulous and orderly way throughout her lifetime and in all her endeavors, being highly efficient and organized. Shirley passed away Friday, April 19, 2019, at Community Hospital-Fairfax, Fairfax, Missouri at the age of 86. 

Shirley was a member of the First Lutheran Church, Rock Port. She loved to play bridge and belonged to several bridge clubs. She also enjoyed traveling; her favorite place was their home at the Lake of the Ozarks.  However her family was most important and she loved having them visit.  The beauty of her flower gardens and watching birds brought her great joy. 

Besides her parents and husband, A. J., she was preceded in death by her brother, Kenneth Walker, and brother-in-law, Richard Garst.  Survivors include her husband, H. Jerome True, Rock Port; children, Joni True and her husband, Ted, Rock Port, and Jill Niece and her husband, Paul, Maysville, Missouri; Beth True, Omaha, Nebraska; grandchildren, Nathan Alitz, Micah Alitz, Ashley Alitz, Dustin Sapp, Tyrel Sapp, Eric Niece, Heather Misemer, Josh True, T. J. True; sixteen great grandchildren; sister, Jeanne (Jerry Hawk) Garst, Rock Port; sister-in-law, Pat Walker, Rock Port, and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Service:  10:30 A.M., Wednesday, April 24, 2019, First Lutheran Church, Rock Port.

Interment:  Elmwood Cemetery, Rock Port

Arrangements:  Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port

Loren Lee “Sway” Webb, 60, Tarkio, passed away Saturday, February 16, 2019, at Mosaic Life Care, St. Joseph, Missouri. 

The body has been cremated. 

Memorial Service:  10:00 A.M., Thursday, February 28, 2019, Tarkio Rehabilitation and Health Care, Tarkio

There is no visitation.

Family inurnment at a later date.

Arrangements:  Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio