Lake Park Memorial Cemetery
Surnames A - H
SSW = Shares Stone With
| Name | Born | Died | Research Notes & Inscriptions | Researcher or Resource |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADKINS, Heather Ann | Apr. 16, 1968 Bakersfield, CA |
Nov. 9, 2015 At Home, Seligman, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Daughter of Ramona (Swearingen) Beard. On May 15, 2003 in Fresno, California, she was united in marriage to Bryan Adkins. Preceding her in death was her step-father, Michael Wayne Beard. Heather grew up in California and was a graduate of Monache High School in Porterville, California. She received her LPN license from Visalia Nursing School in Visalia, California. For several years she was employed as a nurse for Sierra View Hospital in Porterville, California. Four years ago she moved from Fresno, California to Seligman to make her home. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. - Listed at findagrave as buried in Lakepark Memorial Cemetery. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| ALLARD, Frederick M. | Mar. 21, 1908 Vergennes, Jackson Co., IL |
July 10, 2004 MO |
SSW: Lillian Inez - Research Note: Born in Vergennes, IL the son of Charles and Della Anne (Greer) Allard. Married on July 20, 1935 in Murphysboro, IL to Lillian Inez Coffey, who preceded in death on Nov 12, 2003. Also preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Lucille and one brother, Kenneth. | Findagrave.com Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| ALLARD, Lillian Inez | Oct. 19, 1910 Hamburg, Calhoun Co., IL |
Nov. 12, 2003 Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Frederick M. | Photo Jay Trace |
| ALLBRIGHT, Lola Belle (RUSSELL) (NELZEN) | May 3, 1927 Galva, McPherson Co., KS |
Jan. 6, 2006 Red Rose Inn, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Wiley G. - Research Note: Her stone has that she was born 1925, but the obit has 1927. She was a daughter of Wilbur and Opal (Finkle) Russell. She was united in marriage to Gordon G. Nelzen and to this union three sons were born. On May 12, 1984, in Shell Knob, she married Wiley G. Allbright. She and her first husband owned and operated J & N Pump Service. In 1983 she moved to Shell Knob from McPherson, Kan. At the special request of Lola, no services will be held and her body will be cremated. Burial will be at Lake Park Memorial Gardens. | Photo Jay Trace Cassville Democrat Phyllis Long |
| ALLBRIGHT, Wiley George | May 6, 1917 | Sept. 28, 2007 Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Lola B. - Research Note: He was the son of Charles H. and May E. Kendrick Allbright. He married Mabel Owens, and she preceded him in death in 1980. He married Lola Belle Russell Nelzen on May 12, 1984, and she preceded him in death January 6, 2006. He was preceded in death by two daughters, Glenda and Rita; two sons, Jim and Bob; and two brothers. The body has been cremated. | Monett Times Photo Jay Trace |
| ALLEN, Karen K. (BETTS) (NIELSEN) | June 8, 1941 Blair, NE |
Sept. 11, 2022 MO |
Research Note: Listed at findagrave.com as buried here. Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of Elmer (Slim) and Harriet Betts. After graduating high school, she married Duane L. Nielsen on September 5, 1959, and together they raised their family in Fremont, Nebraska. Karen worked numerous jobs in the Fremont area, taking positions that would allow her to be active in the lives of her two sons. In 1989 Duane and Karen moved to Sidney, Nebraska where her job took her as a manager for Sapp Bothers Truck Stops. Then in 1992, they purchased a home in Shell Knob and relocated for Duane's retirement. After Duane's passing in 2001, she married Elzie Allen of Shell Knob and grew very active in her church. Karen was well known in the Shell Knob community and greeted everyone as a friend. She continued to work part-time after her 80th birthday until her health declined and she was no longer able to. Karen was preceded in death by her parents Elmer and Harriet, and her husband Duane. A Celebration of Life will be conducted at the Lohmer Full Gospel Church in Shell Knob, MO. | Shell Knob Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| ANDERSEN, Don | 1932 | No Date | SSW: Lee Ann | Photo Jay Trace |
| ANDERSEN, Lee Ann (FRAIZER) | Aug. 10, 1934 | Feb. 24, 2004 | SSW: Don | Photo Jay Trace |
| ANDERSON, Betty Jean (CUPIT) | Nov. 22, 1931 Flushing, Genesee Co., MI |
Dec. 19, 2014 Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Howard J. - Research Note: Betty Jean Anderson, 83, Shell Knob died December 19, 2014. Memorial service 2pm Saturday, January 10, Fohn Funeral Home, Shell Knob. Burial Lake Park Memorial Gardens, Shell Knob. Published in Kansas City Star on Jan. 7, 2015. | Findagrave.com Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| ANDERSON, Howard John | Aug. 15, 1930 New York, New York Co., NY |
Oct. 16, 2015 Roaring River Health and Rehab., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Betty J. - Research Note: He was the son of Oscar Alfred and Blanche W. (Johnson) Anderson. On August 9, 1957, in Flint, Michigan, he was united in marriage to Betty Jean Cupit, who preceded him in death on December 19, 2014. Also preceding him in death were his parents and one brother. Howard grew up and received his education in New York. From September 2, 1947 until August 1, 1953 he served in the United States Air Force and was a Korean War Veteran. He retired from the United States Weather Bureau, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, in budget and finance. In 1986 he moved from Kansas City, Missouri to Shell Knob to make his home. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| ASHFORD, Yvonne Marie | Dec. 2, 1964 | Jan. 14, 1980 | Research Note: Daughter of Gary Lee Ashford and Joan Ann Macka. | Findagrave.com Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| BARTON, Grace Mae (HERD) (BULL) | Sept. 2, 1917 Ocie, Ozark Co., MO |
Sept. 12, 2004 Cox Hosp., Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Golden, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of James Albert and Susan Victoria (Tabor) Herd. She was employed with Rohr Industries in the quality assurance department. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary. She married Virgil Barton on January 27, 1978, in Las Vegas, Nevada. She was preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers. Memorial services will be 1 p.m. Friday, September 17, at Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. - Photo of stone at findagrave.com. - Grace married Marion David Bull on Nov. 16, 1937 in Los Angeles Co., CA. They were divorced in Feb. 1969 in Riverside Co., CA. | Fohn Funeral Home CA Marriage Index CA Divorce Index Phyllis Long |
| BEEBE, James Franklin | Apr. 12, 1926 Tulsa, OK |
July 18, 2021 Mercy Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of George F. and Elma Francis (Elam) Beebe. On June 1, 1947 he was united in marriage to Jean D. McDowell. Preceding him in death were his parents; one grandson, Dylan Baker and three brothers. James grew up and received his education in Tulsa, Oklahoma where he graduated from East Central High School. In May of 1944 he was drafted into the United States Army. Returning home in 1946, he dated Jean for one year before they were married. He worked for American Airlines in Tulsa for one year, and Phillips Petroleum Company in Pampa, Texas for a year and a half. Returning to Tulsa he worked for Bama Pie Company for nine years. They then moved to Wichita where he worked for Cain's Coffee Company as a Division Manager from where he retired after 30 years. After retiring they moved to Shell Knob in December of 1985. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| BICKEL, Bonnie Louise (SKINNER) (JONES) | June 28, 1932 Dunklin Co., OK |
Feb. 11, 2022 Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Photo of stone at findagrave.com. She was the daughter of James and Estel (Cameron) Skinner. Bonnie kept herself busy working and raising six children. She was a member of the Church of Christ in Kansas City, Missouri and later in Shell Knob, Missouri. Bonnie was also a member of the VFW in Shell Knob. She is preceded by her first husband and father of her children Louis Henry Bickel who passed away in April 2001; her second husband Bill Jones who passed away in February 2016; son Steven Henry Bickel, granddaughter Ashley Kay Bickel; parents James and Estel Skinner. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Shell Knob Funeral Home. | Findagrave.com Shell Knob Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| BICKLE, Louis Henry | June 18, 1929 Collinsville, IL |
Apr. 6, 2001 Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "CPL US MARINE COPRS KOREA" - Research Note: Son of William F. and Verna Mae (Smith) Bickel. He was a bandsman with the U. S. Marine Corps and was a retired pressman from the Kansas City Star. He moved to Shell Knob last year and was a member of Shell Knob American Legion Post 788. He married Bonnie Skinner on December 22, 1952, and she survives. He was preceded in death by one son and five brothers. Burial with military honors will be at Lake Park Memorial Gardens in Shell Knob under the direction of Williamson Funeral Home of Shell Knob. | Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| BICKLY, Scott Malcom | Dec. 5, 1953 | No Date | SSW: Bretton Curtis Tooley & Susan (Tooley) | Photo Jay Trace |
| BICKLY, Susan Ann (TOOLEY) (CANOPY) | Aug. 5, 1952 | No Date | SSW: Scott Malcom Bickly & Bretton Curtis Tooley | Photo Jay Trace |
| BOLEY, Glen Robert | July 14, 1926 Yarrow, Adair Co., MO |
Sept. 21, 1997 Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Janetta I. - Research Note: Son of Oscar B. Boley and Bessie Florence Prather. | Findagrave.com Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| BOLEY, Janetta I. | 1924 | 2001 | SSW: Glen R. | Photo Jay Trace |
| BRAWNER, Delores Jane "Dody" (MARTIN) | July 17, 1937 Taylorville, IL |
Apr. 15, 2021 Taylorville, Hosp., Taylorville, IL |
Research Note: On March 10, 1973 she was united in marriage to John Brawner, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death were her parents; one daughter, Terri Wilburn; one son, Robert William Martin; one step-son, Randal Brawner; two brothers and one sister. Dody received her education in Illinois and graduated from Edinburg High School. For many years she was employed as a cashier and bookkeeper at Barney's Furniture in Springfield, Illinois. In June, 1991 she moved to Shell Knob, Missouri where she enjoyed working at Rima's Grocery Store several years and also volunteered at Thrifty Closet and Central Crossing Senior Center. She was a member of First Christian Church in Shell Knob and Eagles Auxiliary #4155. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| BRAWNER, John Orrin | Oct. 26, 1928 Riverton, Sangamon Co., IL |
Apr. 19, 2005 Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: John Orrin Brawner, age 76, of Shell Knob, died April 19, 2005, at his home. He was born October 26, 1928, in Riverton, Illinois, the son of Orrin and Pauline Loveless Brawner. He was a self-employed carpenter and moved to Shell Knob in 1991. He was a member of Shell Knob Eagles Lodge 4155 and Illinois Carpenters Local Union 16. He married Delores Jane Martin on March 10, 1973, in Illiopolis, Illinois. He was preceded in death by his one son, William; one step-son, Robert; his step-mother, one brother, one sister, and one step-sister. | Photo Jay Trace Monett Times Apr. 21, 2005 Donna Cooper |
| BUCHANAN, William Ensley "Bill" | Oct. 13, 1957 Oak Creek, CO |
May 4, 2020 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Elmer and Gretta (Ensley) Buchanan. In August, 1977 he was united in marriage to Sheri Lynn Goering. Preceding him in death were his parents and his brother, Elmer "Bucky" Buchanan, III. In later years Bill and his family moved to Illinois where he attended Newark High School. He followed his dad and became a journeyman lineman I.B.E.W. Bill and Sheri moved to Shell Knob in 2001 so he could do what he loved most, FISH, FISH, FISH! He loved Table Rock Lake and was a lifetime member of B.A.S.S. He was a member of Lakeside Christian Church in Shell Knob. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| BUNICH, Margaret | 1916 | 2002 | Research Note: Temporary Marker | Photo Jay Trace |
| BUNICH, Nicholas T., Sr. | 1916 | 2004 | Research Note: Temporary Marker | Photo Jay Trace |
| CAHILL, Helen M. (HULL) | Mar. 1, 1921 Fredericktown, Madison Co., MO |
June 1, 2007 Provena Geneva Care Center Geneva, Kane Co., IL |
SSW: Raymond L. - Research Note: She was a daughter of George and Margaret Hull. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond, her parents and a brother, Dale Hull. - Another Photo | Photo Jay Trace Cassville Democrat Phyllis Long |
| CAHILL, Raymond L. | Sept. 19, 1921 Chicago, Cook Co., IL |
Aug. 7, 2000 St. John's Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
SSW: Helen M. - Research Note: He was the son of James R. and Nina M. (Gaines) Cahill. He was a Navy veteran of World War II and a retired truck driver and heavy equipment operator. He moved to Shell Knob in 1967 where he owned Holiday Acres for a few years. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Shell Knob and the VFW. He married Helen M. Hull on September 19, 1942. He was preceded in death by one sister, Elizabeth. The body will be cremated following services. - Another Photo | Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| CARR, Jeane Montgomery (CLARK) | July 29, 1923 Cynthiana, Harrison Co., IN |
May 24, 2007 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Ralph A. - Research Note: Temporary Marker. Photo of stone at findagrave.com. - She was a daughter of Nolan Montgomery and Sylvia Calvert Clark. Jeane graduated from Bosse High School in 1941. She worked in Evansville at Faultless Caster until the family moved to Louisville, Kentucky where she worked at Whayne Supply until her retirement. After her retirement she lived in Navarre, Florida and eighteen years ago she moved to Shell Knob to make her home. She was a member of Central Community United Methodist Church, Shell Knob. Jeane is survived by her husband of 64 years, Ralph A. Carr, Sr. of Shell Knob, Missouri; four sons; eleven grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. - Another Photo | Monett Times Photo Jay Trace |
| CARR, Ralph Alan, Sr. | June 6, 1922 Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., IN |
Feb. 9, 2018 Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN |
SSW: Jeane M. - Research Note: He was a 1939 graduate of Central High School in Evansville, Indiana and served in the United States Coast Guard during WWII. Ralph is survived by his sons, 11 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. Ralph was preceded in death by his wife, Jeane (Montgomery) Carr; and a brother, Earl A. Carr, Jr. Ralph and Jeane moved to Shell Knob in 1989 and became actively involved in the community. Ralph held positions on the board of the Shell Knob Community Center, was actively involved in the Central Community United Methodist Church and was one of the initial leaders involved in the development of the Shell Knob Senior Center. Ralph loved the water and enjoyed boating and waterskiing. He last skied on his 85th birthday. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| CARTWRIGHT, Nancy Dean | 1949 | 2003 | Research Note: Temporary Marker | Photo Jay Trace |
| CASTER, Martin L. | 1936 | 2001 | No Data | Photo Jay Trace |
| CHURCH, Kip Allen | Dec. 30. 1963 St. Albans, VT |
May 19, 2015 At Home, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Allen and Carol (Levick) Church. He attended Cassville High School and was very athletic, coaching with Jim Luney, and Ty Brown for the Cassville Little League softball team for years. Kip was a life-long resident of Barry County where he worked as a fiber-optic cable inspector. On June 7, 2014, he was united in marriage to Lynn Gaches. Kip was proud of his Native American heritage, being a member of the Abenaki tribe. He loved life and never met a stranger. He also loved the outdoors, was an avid hunter, and a amazing storyteller. Kip was preceded in death in by his father, Allen Church, on June 19, 2014, and his close friend Clovis Gagner. - Listed at findagrave.com as buried in Lake Park Memorial Cemetery. | White Funeral Home Findagrave.com Phyllis Long |
| CORRELL, Lewis Coolidge | Sept. 9, 1924 Hickory, Catawba Co., NC |
Nov. 6, 2012 Mercy Hosp., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Rev. Andrew Correll and Hattie (Jonas) Correll. On May 2, 1946, in North Carolina, he was united in marriage to Frankie Houston. Preceding him in death were his parents, eight brothers and four sisters. Lewis grew up in North Carolina and graduated from Hickory High School. During World War II, he joined the Unites States Navy, serving from April 14, 1943 until November 10, 1945. For twenty months he was in the war zone, serving on the USS Fair DE-35 as a second class petty officer radioman. After the Navy he attended college and received his degree in accounting. For thirty-five years he was an accountant for Northern Natural Gas in Kansas. In 1981, he retired and moved from Kansas to Cassville, MO. | Photo Jay Trace Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| COUSINS, Darrell Wayne | Oct. 4, 1956 Wichita, Sedgwick Co., KS |
May 17, 2015 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Jimmie Byron Cousins and Flora Dean (Jones) (Cousins) Carter. Darrell received his education in Grove, Oklahoma, where he graduated from high school. For several years he worked in shipping and receiving for Aaon Heating and Cooling in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Twenty years ago he moved from Tulsa, Oklahoma to Shell Knob, Missouri, to make his home. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| CZERWINSKI, Joseph | 1917 | 1998 | SSW: Virginia - Another Photo | Photo Jay Trace |
| CZERWINSKI, Virginia | 1923 | 2008 | SSW: Joseph - Another Photo | Photo Jay Trace |
| DERRICK, Janie Diana (FAUCHIER) | Feb. 27, 1953 | Apr. 6, 1985 | Inscription: "Loving Wife and Mother" - Research Note: Daughter of Forrest Dennis Fauchier and Norma Jane Olin. | Father's Obit Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| DEWITT, Alice M. (TIEK) | Sept. 19, 1923 Dorchester, Macoupin Co., IL |
July 8, 2014 Tulsa, OK |
Research Note: Alice M. DeWitt born September 19, 1923 in Dorchester, Illinois passed away July 8, 2014 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Alice was born to Henry and Nellie Ann Tiek. Alice is preceded in passing by her spouse Kent Dewitt and daughter Judy Noble. Alice is survived by two daughters, one son, 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Friday, July 11, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. in Shell Knob, Missouri at Central Community United Methodist Church. | Obit Phyllis Long |
| DEWITT, Henry Kent | July 11, 1922 Billlings, MO |
Dec. 7, 1999 At Home, Lampe, MO |
Inscription: "TEC 4 US ARMY WORLD WAR II" - Research Note: He was the son of Bruce Tinsley and Thirza Garbee DeWitt. He was a 1940 graduate of Republic High School and attended Drury College in Springfield. He was an Army Air Corps veteran of World War II. He was a member of Central Crossing United Methodist Church in Shell Knob. He married Alice Tiek Chenault on January 14, 1977, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by one brother, Drew DeWitt. | Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| DOWELL, Charles Ray | Oct. 13, 1931 Oak Valley, KS |
Aug. 4, 2019 Cassville Rehab., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Walter and Grayce (Harris) Dowell. On February 11, 1950 he was united in marriage to Gaylene Schockey. He was preceded by his parents and two sisters, Delores and Betty. Charles grew up and received his education in Independence, Kansas, where he graduated from high school. Later he moved to Syracuse, Kansas, where he spent most his life, before moving to Shell Knob to make his home. For many years he did custom combining and also owned a western wear and later an auto parts store, retiring in 1998. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| EASTER, Carol Sue (JOHNSON) (SKARP) | Feb. 6, 1939 | Oct. 31, 2016 | Research Note: Photo of stone at findagrave.com. | Findagrave.com Phyllis Long |
| EASTER, Martin Leroy | Apr. 10, 1936 Junction City, Geary Co., KS |
May 6, 2001 | Research Note: Photo of stone at findagrave.com. Wife was Carol Sue Johnson. | Phyllis Long |
| FABER, John Michael, Jr. | Feb. 23, 1933 Republic, PA |
Dec. 31, 2004 Clinton, MO |
Research Note: Cassville, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of John and Mary (Kupets) Faber Sr. In 1970, at Hamilton Air Force Base in California, he was united in marriage to Wanda Clifton. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Ronald John; three brothers, Joseph, Albert, and Edward; and an infant sister. He graduated from Drury College and the FBI Academy. John served his country for 20 years in the United States Air Force. In 1977, he moved his family here from the state of Nevada. John served as chief deputy for Jimmy Hopkins in Barry County and served on the Cassville Police Department. He retired from the state of Missouri as a probation and parole officer. He was a member of the Republican Club and Elk's Lodge. He was of the Catholic faith. A wake and visitation will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, January 4, 2005, in Williamson Funeral Home, Cassville, Missouri. - Photo of stone at findagrave.com. | Williamson Funeral Home Findagrave Phyllis Long |
| FALMER, Helen (FINLEY) | Feb. 17, 1931 Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
July 14, 2016 Dallas, TX |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Elder and Nell Finley in Springfield, MO. Helen was married for almost 52 years to the love of her life, Sylvan Falmer. She worked as a registered nurse at St. John's Hospital in Tulsa, as nurse supervisor at the Missouri State Sanatorium in Mt. Vernon, as Director of Nursing at the Methodist Manor in Marionville, and as a home healthcare nurse in S.W. Missouri. Preceding Helen in death were her parents, husband Sylvan (passed July 2014), and older brothers Richard and Kenneth. - Photo of stone at findagrave.com. SSW: Sylvan. | Fohn Funeral Home Findagrave.com Phyllis Long |
| FALMER, Sylvan Jennings | Jan. 8, 1931 Revillo, SD |
July 8, 2014 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of S. Fred and Jenny (Lind) Falmer. On August 12, 1962, in Mt. Vernon, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Helen E. Finley. Preceding him in death were his parents and one brother, Marion Falmer. Sylvan graduated from high school in Mt. Vernon and received his Bachelor's Degree from Southwest Missouri State University in Springfield, Missouri. From January 11, 1955, until January 10, 1957, he served in the United States Army. For several years he was a teacher at Sarcoxie High School. In 1999, he moved to Shell Knob, Missouri to make his home. - Photo of stone at findagrave.com. SSW: Helen. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| FAUCHIER, Forrest Dennis | Aug. 5, 1928 Caldwell, KS |
Mar. 23, 2009 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Norma J. - Inscription: "Married Oct. 16, 1949" - Research Note: He was the son of Henry Forrest and Edna M. (Hughes) Fauchier. On October 16, 1949, in Wichita, KS, he was united in marriage to Norma Jane Olin. He was preceded in death by his father, Henry Fauchier in 1978; his mother, Edna Fauchier in 1997 and a daughter, Janie Diane Derrick in 1985. Denny, as most everyone knew him, started school in Caldwell, KS, attended intermediate school in Wellington, KS and graduated from East High School in Wichita, KS. He was Field Director for California School Employee Association in Fresno for 25 years. In September 1993 he and Norma moved to Shell Knob to make their home. He was an Ancient Free and Accepted Mason for 59 years, Master Mason of Central Crossing Lodge #674 for 15 years., Past President of Lions Club International, member of Shriners International - Midian Temple and Abou Ben Adhem Temple Noble, Shell Knob Shrine Club, lead drummer of "The Fossils Jazz and Dance Band", President of Shell Knob Wednesday Evening Literary Society and honored to be recognized as a Deacon for the Trinity Presbyterian Church of Shell Knob. Another Photo | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis LongPhotos Jay Trace |
| FAUCHIER, Norma Jane (OLIN) | Mar. 1, 1931 | Sept. 3, 2010 | SSW: Forrest D. - Inscription: "Married Oct. 16, 1949" - Another Photo | Photos Jay Trace |
| FERBERT, James W. | Feb. 12, 1941 Helena, MO |
Mar. 16, 2019 Bentonview Rehab., Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of George and Thelma (Coats) Ferbert. He served his country proudly in the United States Air Force. On February 8, 2009, he was united in marriage to Dorothy Kinkle at the Assembly of God Church in Shell Knob. He was employed with TWA Airlines in Kansas City, where he was the lead mechanic for twenty-five years; he retired on November 19, 1990. Mr. Ferbert enjoyed his time as a Ham Radio Operator and attended the Bridgeway Assembly of God in Shell Knob. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Kenneth Ferbert, George Gerbert, and Karl Ferbert. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| FERBERT, Jewell Imogene "Judy" (DUNCAN) | Sept. 25, 1929 St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO |
Mar. 3, 2007 Americus, Lyon Co., KS |
Research Note: Temporary Marker - Research Note: She was a daughter of Grida Dallas and Sarah Lucille Self Duncan. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Mickie Dennison and one brother. - Her temporary marker is almost not readable - Another Photo | Monett Times Photos Jay Trace |
| FISHER, George Allen | Sept. 1, 1923 Wilson, Ellsworth Co., KS |
Oct. 17, 2007 Republic, Greene Co., MO |
SSW: Mary F. - Research Note: He was the first of eight children born to George M. and Edith Meril (Clark) Fisher. On Jan. 10, 1960, in Newton, Kan., he was united in marriage to Mary Francis Palmer. He was preceded in death by one son, David L. Fisher, his parents, two sisters, Marjorie Patterson and Phyllis Wade and a brother, Robert Fisher. In 1943 he enlisted in the United States Navy and served his country during World War II. | Photo Jay Trace Cassville Democrat Phyllis Long |
| FISHER, Mary Frances (PALMER) | May 27, 1929 Eaton, CO |
July 5, 2014 Christian Health Care, Republic, MO |
SSW: George A. - Research Note: She was the daughter of Charles and Maude (Miller) Palmer. On January 10, 1960, in Newton, Kansas, she was united in marriage to George A. Fisher, who preceded her in death on October 17, 2007. Also preceding her in death were her parents; one son, David Fisher; five sisters, Velma Palmer Collins, Laura Palmer Hood, Irene Palmer Ruibals, Ethel Palmer Robinerson and Cova Palmer Priest and five brothers, Willie "Bill" Palmer, Twins: Ray Palmer and Raymond Palmer, Everett Wayne Palmer and Mac Delton Palmer. Mary moved with her family to Missouri at the age of seven. She received her elementary education at Mountain View and Gentry schools in Webster County and attended high school at Seymour, Missouri. She then moved to Kansas. After her marriage to George, they owned and operated a restaurant for many years in Wichita, Kansas. In 1985, they moved to Shell Knob, Missouri to make their home. She was a member of Grace Community Church in Shell Knob and the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and was very active at the state level. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| FLOYD, James Walter | Sept. 14, 1939 Paragould, AR |
Apr. 12, 2000 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Inscription: "A2C US AIR FORCE" - Research Note: He was the son of Loren T. Floyd and Clara Bierbaum. Prior to moving to Shell Knob six years ago he owned and operated Jim's TV Repair in Hazelwood for 31 years. He served in the U. S. Air Force from 1959 to 1963. He was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. He married Hazel Stephens in December of 1959. | Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| FORD, Joanne Kay (GYMER) | Apr. 30, 1939 Jefferson, IA |
May 15, 2003 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of George Nile and Lydia Francis Conroy Gymer. She graduated high school in Jefferson, Iowa, and attended Cowley County Community College in Arkansas City, Kansas. She was a homemaker. She moved to Shell Knob in the 1990s. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Shell Knob. She married Richard Ford on December 31, 1958, in Jefferson, Iowa. | Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| FORKNER, Jim Hall, Rev. | Apr. 26, 1932 Tulsa, Tulsa Co., OK |
Nov. 8, 2010 | SSW: Joyce Ann - Research Note: An abstract of the obit for Rev. Jim Hall Forkner reads that he died on Monday, Nov. 8, 2010. He was born on April 26, 1932, in Tulsa OK, the son of William Irl Forkner and Vera Hall Forkner. He grew up in Tulsa, OK, and graduated from Will Rogers High School and attended Tulsa University for two years. He then transferred to the University of the Ozarks in Clarksville, AR, and graduated in 1954. He attended Dubuque Theological Seminary and graduated with a masters of divinity in 1957. He earned his doctor of ministry degree on May 10, 1985, also at Dubuque Seminary. In 1955, he married Joyce Graf, and they recently celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary. He was preceded in death by one brother, Bill. Survivors include: four children, of Bentonville, AR, of Yellville, AR, of Bolivar, and of Oklahoma City, OK; and three grandchildren. He was the first full-time pastor at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Shell Knob. He served as Moderator of Presbytery several times. On July 6, 2008, he was named Pastor Emeritus of Trinity Presbyterian Church. He retired in 1997 but continued to serve his church and community. He was chair of the Lions Club Scholarship Committee for many years. He served as chairman of the Kornerstone Board of Directors for several years. He worked with the men of the church doing work at the Lives Under Construction Boys Ranch and also on Kornerstone building projects. | Cassville Democrat Donna Cooper Photo Jay Trace |
| FORKNER, Joyce Ann (GRAF) | 1934 | No Date | SSW: Jim Hall | Photo Jay Trace |
| FORRESTER, Rhoda Lee (RICE) | May 20, 1955 Grand Rapids, Kent Co., MI |
Apr. 1, 2012 Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Luther and Deloris (Tutor) Rice. She was united in marriage to Charles Forrester, Jr., who was the father of their two children. Preceding her in death were her parents; a son, Charles Forrester, III and one sister, Pamela Hickey. Rhoda received her education in Corning, Arkansas. In 1984, she moved from Chelsea, Oklahoma to Cassville to make her home. She was a bookkeeper and co-owner of Cassville Glass and Mirror. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| FROLKEY, Nathan Frank | Apr. 30, 1923 GA |
Apr. 19, 2016 | SSW: Norma Mae - Research Note: Son of Reginald Frolkey and Clara Erickson. | Photo Jay Trace |
| FROLKEY, Norma Mae (HERZIG) | Aug. 26, 1924 Marcus, IA |
May 11, 2007 Red Rose Inn, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Nathan F. - Research Note: Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of Albert and Ruby (McCorkell) Herzig. She graduated from LeMars High School in Iowa and attended Westmar College in LeMars, Iowa, where she received a degree in education. She was an elementary school teacher and school librarian. She was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church in Shell Knob and was a commissioned lay pastor for Liberty Presbyterian Church in Diamond. She had been co-owner of Kimberling City Florist, a host for Eagle Rock Campgrounds, and president of Lakeside Heights Home Owners Association. She was a member of Friends of the Library in Shell Knob, Central Crossing Women's Club, and was past president of the Lioness Club. She married Nathan Frank Frolkey on July 30, 1944, in LeMars, Iowa. She was preceded in death by two grandchildren. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| GANNON, Patricia Sue (CRINKLAW) | Dec. 12, 1944 Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Sept. 3, 2011 Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Richard and Mildred Crinklaw and the wife of Ronald Gannon. Pat was raised in Springfield, Missouri and graduated from Hillcrest in 1962. She earned her college degree and worked as an accountant for many years. Pat spent many hours serving for various organizations through the years such as Apple Butter Making Days Committee, Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks, Relay for Life and Noah’s Ark Preschool. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| GIFFORD, James R. | 1925 | May 2 2008 Walker Care Center,Steamboat Springs, CO |
SSW: Katherine Kay - Research Note: Son of Oscar Ray Gifford and Minnie B. Carter. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of fifty-two years, Katherine Knight Gifford. J.R. and Kay resided many years in Independence, Missouri, where they lovingly raised a family and J.R. enjoyed a career in real estate. They retired to Shell Knob in l992 to enjoy the lake and many good friends. They were members of the Central Community United Methodist Church. A memorial service will be held in Shell Knob in early summer, and J.R. will be interred at Lake Park Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Shell Knob. - Another Photo | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| GIFFORD, Katherine Kay (KNIGHT) | Nov. 28, 1925 Marshall, MO |
May 10, 2002 Cox Walnut Lawn, Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
SSW: James R. - Research Note: She was the daughter of Noel and Rebecca Brock Knight. She graduated from Marshall High School and worked at the Pratt and Whitney Aircraft Company in Kansas City during World War II. She moved to Shell Knob in 1992. She was a member of Central Community United Methodist Church, Central Crossing Women's Club, American Legion Auxiliary, and was chaplain of the Eagle's Auxiliary. She married J. R. Gifford on September 9, 1950, in Marshall, and he survives. She was preceded in death by one sister, Ruth Knight. - Another Photo | Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| GODANA, Robert Eldon | Sept. 11, 1933 San Francisco, CA |
Feb. 21, 2001 St. John's Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Son of Robert Eldon Godana and Sally Lazar. | Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| GRACE, James William | July 4, 1940 Bridgeport, Fairfield Co., CT |
Sept. 14, 2013 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Leo Joseph and Dorothy Veronica (Byrnes) Grace, who preceded him in death. Jim grew up and received his education in California. He attended college at Long Beach before entering the United States Navy in 1958. He served his country until 1964, when he was honorably discharged. He worked as a self-employed machinist. Jim moved to Shell Knob six years ago. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Shell Knob, Missouri. Burial will be in Lake Park Memorial Gardens, Shell Knob. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| GRIFFIS, Philip Wayne | 1959 | 2016 | Research Note: Son of William Calvin Griffis and Willa Dean Rusher. | Parent's Obit Phyllis Long |
| GRIFFIS, Willa Dean (RUSHER) | March 17, 1931 Wichita, Sedgwick Co., KS |
Mar. 1, 2017 Mercy Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Asa Daniel and Ethel (Ingram) Rusher. On July 27, 1958 in Lamont, Oklahoma she was united in marriage to William Calvin "Bill" Griffis. Preceding her in death were her parents; one son, Philip, who was a special child. He loved peanut butter and jelly, stacking books, catalogs and magazines, loved watching television, was very jovial, happy and loved to laugh. Also preceding her in death were an infant brother, Robert Daniel and two sisters, Leta Mae Godbehere and Betty Jo Durben. Willa Dean received her education at Hunter, Oklahoma and graduated from high school at Lamont, Oklahoma. For several years she was employed as a design release clerk for Boeing in Wichita, which is how she met her husband, Bill. In October, 1992 they moved from Douglass, Kansas to Shell Knob, Missouri to make their home. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| GRIFFIS, William Calvin "Bill" | August 7, 1931 Birmingham, AL |
Apr. 10, 2018 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Robert Chester and Freda Vaudine (Estes) Griffis. On July 27, 1958 in Lamont, Oklahoma he was united in marriage to Willa Dean Rusher, who preceded him in death on March 1, 2017. Also preceding him in death were his parents; one son, Philip Wayne Griffis; two brothers, Robert Griffis and Kenneth Griffis and one sister, Margaret Campbell. Bill grew up and received his education in Alabama and earned his Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama. During the Korean War he was in the United States Air Force serving from April 18, 1950 until February 2, 1953. For several years he resided in Douglas, Kansas and was employed thirty-four years as an engineer for Boeing Air Craft, retiring in 1987. During that time he was sent to various places to live. In 1991 he moved to Shell Knob to make his home. He was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church in Shell Knob and was a Master Mason of Masonic Blue Lodge #236 in Gadsden, Alabama. Being a very talented musician he loved jazz and big band music. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| HANDKE, Lee Ann (ASHFORD) | Apr. 3, 1967 | Feb. 10, 2004 Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Loving Mother of Dakota" - Research Note: Lee Ann Handke, age 36, of Shell Knob, died February 10, 2004, at her home. She was a medical technician. Services will be noon tomorrow, February 13, at the First Christian Church in Shell Knob. Burial will be in Lake Park Memorial Gardens in Shell Knob under the direction of Williamson Funeral Home of Shell Knob. Monett Times, Feb. 12, 2004 | Photo Jay Trace Monett Times Donna Cooper |
| HANSON, Clyde Lockwood, Jr. | June 25, 1927 Artesia, CA |
May 29, 2019 At Home, Chadwick, MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Clyde Lockwood and Margaret (Ringer) Hanson. On May 13, 1978 he was united in marriage to Donna M. Hayes, who preceded him in death on November 27, 2016. Also preceding him in death were his parents; one son Jack Hanson and one sister, Mary Jane Mickelson. Clyde grew up in California where he received his education. From August 31, 1944 until June 20, 1946 he served in the United States Navy. Throughout his life he had worked in oil fields, built campers and was owner and manager of a service station. For several years he resided in Shell Knob, Missouri. He and Donna moved to Huntsville, Arkansas for a while before moving to Chadwick to make their home. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| HANSON, Donna Marcia (HAYES) (ROSANDER) | Sept. 2, 1928 Rockford, IL |
Nov. 27, 2016 At Home, Chadwick, MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Bert William and Virgie Rae (Hester) Hayes. On May 13, 1978 in Van Nuys, California she was united in marriage to Clyde L. Hanson. Preceding her in death were her parents; one brother, John Hayes and two sisters, Arlene Columbus and Beverly Dail. Donna graduated from Excelsior High School in Norwalk, California. She had resided in Shell Knob several years and was a member of Shell Knob First Baptist Church. Upon leaving Shell Knob she and Clyde moved to Huntsville, Arkansas for a while before moving to Chadwick. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| HARKER, Melvin Foster | Mar. 5, 1921 Waterville, Marshall Co., KS |
Mar. 30, 2012 Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Wilma Ford - Research Note: Melvin was the son of Frank J. and Katherine (Albright) Harker. In November, 2007, he married Ruby “Louise” Pratt. Preceding him in death were his parents; his first wife, Evelyn; second wife, Wilma; four sisters, Mary Mitchell, Mildred Vollman, Betty Harris and Harriet McComas; two brothers, Wayne Harker and Harold Harker; two daughters-in-law, Shirley Harker and Christine Harker and two grandchildren, Scott and Jason Lampe. On October 16, 1939, he entered the Service of our country. He was assigned to Coast Artillery, Antiaircraft Battalion. His service included Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, Fort Winfield Scott, California, Fort Clayton, Panama Canal Zone; Fort Bliss, Texas and also Camp Maxey, Texas; Greenock, Scotland and England. In January, 1945, he was sent overseas and saw duty in the European Theatre. Engagements were France, Belgium, Luxemburg, Battle of the Bulge, Siegfried Line, Battle of Rhineland and Central Europe. He had also been an artillery gunner both surface and anti aircraft famous with, 50 cal. 37, 40, 90 mm and 105 MM weapons. Re-assigned to the infantry, he was awarded the combat infantry badge. When the war ended he was with Patton’s 3rd, 87th Division, 346th Infantry, Company E, at Schonsnieder, Germany. He was discharged at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas in June, 1945. For thirty-seven years Mel worked for Trans World Airlines in Kansas City, Missouri and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, as an Airframe and Power plant Mechanic until his retirement in 1982. During that time he was offered a position with the FAA at Oklahoma City, but decided to stay with TWA. In 1986, Mel moved to Shell Knob to make his home. - Another Photo | Photos Jay Trace Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| HARKER, Wilma (FORD) (LAMPE) | July 2, 1923 Calhoun, OK |
Mar. 2, 2002 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Melvin Foster - Research Note: Daughter of Hurden H. and Ora Mae (Deaton) Ford. She was a graduate of Howe High School in Howe, Oklahoma, and moved to Shell Knob in 1986. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Shell Knob. She married M. F. "Mel" Harker on April 8, 1968, in Denver, Colorado, and he survives. She was preceded in death by one brother, one sister, and two grandchildren. - Another Photo | Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photos Jay Trace |
| HARKRIDER, Elsie F. (RADECK) | Dec. 9, 1918 Faucett, Buchanan Co., MO |
Jan. 15, 2007 Red Rose Inn, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Harlyn - Research Note: She was a daughter of Charles and Fanny (Reynolds) Radeck. On May 8, 1948, in St. Joseph, she was united in marriage to Harlyn Harkrider. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister; two infants at birth and an adopted son. She received her education in Faucett. She met her husband, Harlyn, in St. Jospeh and lived there until 1979 when they moved to Shell Knob to make their home. | Photo Jay Trace Cassville Democrat Phyllis Long |
| HARKRIDER, Harlyn | Dec. 29, 1923 St. Joseph, Buchanan Co., MO |
Dec. 9, 2008 St. Joseph, Buchanan Co., MO |
SSW: Elsie F. - Research Note: He was the son of Autie and Glyde (Tucker) Harkrider. He was an Army medic during World War II He married Elsie F. Radeck on May 8, 1948, and she preceded him in death January 15, 2007. He was also preceded in death by two children, an adopted son, and one brother. | Photo Monett Times Jay Trace |
| HARRIS, John W. | July 8, 1924 Washington, D.C. |
May 30, 2001 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "AOM2 US NAVY WORLD WAR II - HUSBAND AND FATHER" - Research Note: He was a Navy veteran of World War II. He received a bachelor of science degree from Oklahoma State University in 1949 and worked for Ash Grove Portland Lime and Cement Company for 30 years. His wife was Marjorie Louise Kees, buried in Lake Park Memorial under Matson, her second husband. | Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| HEAVENER, Arthur A., LCDR | Oct. 3, 1919 | Mar. 2, 2009 Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: June - Research Note: WWII Veteran, serving on the USS LST 1059 in the Pacific in 1945. Preceded in death by his wife June. Art made his living as an Aeronautical and Mechanical Engineer. He retired in 1979 from the Federal Aviation Agency in Pomona, New Jersey as an Instrument Engineer. Upon retirement from the FAA, he was recruited by Martin Marietta in Louisiana to work as an Instrument Engineer on the Space Shuttle project and helped to engineer the design of the external fuel tanks that are used to propel the Space Shuttle into space. - Another Photo | Photos Jay Trace Barry Co. Advertiser Mar. 4, 2009 Phyllis Long |
| HEAVENER, June (FREES) | June 15, 1920 Bethesda, Montgomery Co., MD |
Dec. 4, 2006 Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of John and Jessie (Newton) Frees. On November 12, 1979, in Pleasantville, NJ, she was united in marriage to Arthur Agusta Heavener. She graduated in 1939 from the Atlantic City High School in New Jersey. She worked as a secretary for the Federal Aviation Agency in Pomona, NJ, until her retirement. She was a member of the Trinity Presbyterian Church in Shell Knob, the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, National Association of Retired Federal Employees, a lifetime member and past Grand Matron of Friendship Chapter 173 Order of The Eastern Star in New Jersey and a National Member of the Republican Committee. - Another Photo | Monett Times Photos Jay Trace |
| HEMPHILL, Frieda May (THURMAN) | Oct. 1, 1936 Aurora Lawrence Co., MO |
June 10, 2010 Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Thomas Lee - Research Note: Frieda May Hemphill, 73, of Shell Knob, passed away Saturday, June 19, 2010, in her home. She was born Oct. 21, 1936, in Aurora, the daughter of Harold and Harriet Frankie (Marion) Thurman. On May 14, 1954, in Aurora, she was united in marriage to Thomas Lee "Tom" Hemphill, who survives. Additional survivors include: two sons, of Cottonwood, Ariz., and of Shell Knob; one sister, Harriet Burnham, of Shell Knob; and two grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents and one brother, Rex Thurman. She grew up and receiving her education in Aurora, graduating from Aurora High School. She resided in Michigan several years, where she was a secretary for Mercy Hospital in Port Heron, Mich. Five years ago, she and Tom moved from Danville, Va., to Shell Knob to make their home. No services are scheduled at this time. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Shell Knob. | Photo Jay Trace Cassville Democrat Donna Cooper |
| HEMPHILL, Thomas Lee | Mar. 31, 1934 Verona Lawrence Co., MO |
Mar. 23, 2011 Red Rose Health & Rehabilitation Center Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Frieda May - Research Note: Thomas Lee "Tom" Hemphill, 76, of Shell Knob, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2011, in Red Rose Health and Rehabilitation Center one day after being admitted. He was born March 31, 1934, in Verona, the son of Loren and Eunice (Bennett) Hemphill. On May 14, 1954, in Aurora, he was united in marriage to Frieda May Thurman, who preceded him in death on June 19, 2010. Also preceding him in death were his parents; one sister, Blanche Greenway; and one brother, Morris Hemphill. Survivors include: two sons, of Richmond, Va., and of Shell Knob; and two grandchildren. He received his education at Verona, where he graduated from high school and attended two years at Missouri State University in Springfield. For 10 years, he was employed for Marsh Funeral Home in Aurora. For several years, he resided in Richmond, Va., where he was vice president for Brenco Bearing Company. Six years ago, he moved back to Missouri and made his home in Shell Knob. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and was a 50-year member of Canopy Masonic Lodge in Aurora. No services are scheduled at this time. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Shell Knob. | Photo Jay Trace Cassville Democrat Donna Cooper |
| HENDRICKSON, Douglas R. | July 22, 1917 | Feb. 6, 1990 | Inscription: "US ARMY WORLD WAR II" | Photo Jay Trace |
| HIPKINS, Connie Rose (BUTLER) (HUFFINES) (PIERCE) | Nov. 15, 1938 Tuscola, IL |
Jan. 28, 2019 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Nelson Franklin - Inscription: "Proud Wife of a Veteran" - Research Note: She was the daughter of Thomas and Alma (Brinkley) Butler. On September 5, 1987 in California, she was united in marriage to Nelson Hipkins, who preceded her in death on January 24, 2008. Also preceding her in death were her parents; one son, Ronnie Huffines and one brother, Bobby Berry. Connie resided in California several years where she was an electronic technician at Otis Elevator. In 1993 she moved from California to Shell Knob to make her home. She was a member of First Christian Church in Shell Knob and VFW Women's Auxiliary. For several years she volunteered at Central Crossing Senior Center and delivered home meals. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| HIPKINS, Nelson Franklin | Sept. 13, 1935 Chester, Delaware Co., PA |
Jan. 24, 2008 Harrison, Boone Co., AR |
SSW: Connie Rose - Inscription: "US AIR FORCE CM SGT RETIRED 1955 - 1986" - Research Note: Son of Benjamin Franklin Hipkins and Ruth Elmarie Hines. He was a 31-year veteran of the Air Force. He was active in Boy Scouts and a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, AmVets, and American Legion. He married Connie Rose Butler on September 5, 1987, in Victorville, California. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ruth Elmarie (Hines) Hipkins. | Photo Monett Times Jay Trace |
| HILL, Mary Lee (MCMULLEN) (HILBURN) | Jan. 14, 1940 Newtonsville, OH |
Nov. 22, 2015 Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Listed at findagrave.com as buried in Lake Park Memorial Cemetery. She was the daughter of Elmer and Florence (Swartz) Hill. Mary was the oldest of four children, and moved to Cassville in 1986, where she worked at Fasco for many years and later retired. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister Ruthie, and one brother Johnnie, and one great-grandson Syrus Chapman. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of the White Funeral Home. | White Funeral Home Findagrave.com Phyllis Long |
| HOLLENBECK, Donald G. | Dec. 1, 1931 Lemay, MO |
July 6, 2018 MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Frank H. and Ethel Amanda (Drummond) Hollenbeck. His wife was Delores Lofstrom. He is preceded in death by his parents Frank H and Ethel (Drummond), stepmother Lucille (Gerber), an infant brother Wayne, sister Janet Federighi, and stepsiblings Pat and Fred Gerber. He was called to the ministry at age 17. Ordained as a minister at 21. He served as an Air Force chaplain for 20 years. Before entering the service he pastored churches in Browning, Slater and Bloomfield, Missouri. As a chaplain in the Air Force he was stationed at Blytheville AFB, AR, Goose Bay AFB, in Labrador, Hill AFB, Ogden, UT, Bergstrom AFB Austin, TX, Elmendorf AFB Anchorage, AK, Patrick AFB, FL, Chin Chaun Kang AFB Taiwan, and McConnell AFB in Wichita, KS. His final pastorate was at Carr Lane Baptist Church. He remained a faithful servant to his Savior until his final days. He graduated from William Jewell College in 1953. Later he earned a Masters in Counseling Psychology, a Masters of Divinity and a Doctorate in Ministry. He played on his high school basketball team and was a boy scout. He was honored to be accepted to Boy's State and received the American Legion School Award. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| HOWARD, Betty L. (CARROLL) | Mar. 19, 1942 Vilonia, AR |
Apr. 1, 2020 Mercy Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Lonnie and Viola (Goodnight) Carroll. On November 23, 1960 she was united in marriage to Dennis Howard. Preceding her in death were her parents and siblings, Eva, Johnie and Florene. Betty grew up and received her education in Wichita, Kansas where she graduated from high school. Throughout her life she worked at Travelers Insurance, Boeing and Archer from which she retired in 2008. After retirement she and Dennis moved to the lake area to make their home. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| HOWARD, Dennis Lee | Mar. 16, 1936 Stigler, OK |
July 28, 2023 Mercy Hosp., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Harold and Nellie (Stout) Howard. On November 23, 1960 in Wichita, Kansas he was united in marriage to Betty L. Carroll, who preceded him in death on April 1, 2020. Also preceding him in death were his parents; two brothers, Keith and Dwayne; one step-brother, Wally; two sisters, Connye and Juanita and two step-sisters, Jean and Vonetta. Dennis grew up and attended school in Stigler, Oklahoma graduating from Stigler High School. He served in the United States Army. After returning home he was employed by Graves/ANR Trucking in Wichita, Kansas as a truck driver for 34 years from where he retired in 1995. He and Betty moved to Shell Knob, Missouri in 2007. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| HUFF, Robert Victor, Jr. | Oct. 24, 1930 Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO |
Nov. 8, 2017 Ozark Nursing Center, Ozark, MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Robert Victor and Nell Elaine (Dignon) Huff, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death were one son, Grant Huff and one sister Louise. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| HUMPHREY, Donald "Chris" | Jan. 16, 1970 | Jan. 16. 2004 | Inscription: "Gone Fishin' " | Photo Jay Trace |
| HUMPHREY, James | Nov. 27, 1966 | Dec. 14, 2013 | Research Note: Photo of stone at findagrave.com. Inscription: "Brother to Brother". Apparently a brother to Donald Chris. The two stones are matching. | Findagrave.com Phyllis Long |
