Lake Park Memorial Cemetery
Surnames I - Z
SSW = Shares Stone With
| Name | Born | Died | Research Notes & Inscriptions | Researcher or Resource |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JAMES, Leota Josephine (REEDS) (HILL) (McCLURE) | May 1, 1922 Bokoshe, Le Flora Co., OK |
Dec. 13, 2007 Berryville, Carroll Co., AR |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Robert and Rose (Hayes) Reeves. She was preceded in death by one son and one daughter. She worked in a defense factory and moved to Missouri in 1985. She married Edward Hill in March of 1937. She married Robert McClure on September 19, 1948. She married Doyle "Buck" James in August, 1989. Donna's Note: Her stone has her name as Reeds not Reeves. Obit has Reeves. | Note Donna Cooper Monett Times Photo Jay Trace |
| JENNINGS, Larry Eudell | June 24, 1947 | Feb. 8, 2022 | Research Note: Larry Jennings passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2022, and his wife Linda Jennings passed away Thursday, February 17, 2022, after a hard-fought battle with Covid. Larry and Linda were united in marriage in 1969. Larry is preceded in death by his parents Abner and Maxine Jennings, sister Barbara Martin and brother Terrill Jennings. | Shell Knob Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| JENNINGS, Linda Louise (LEWIS) | Apr. 8, 1953 | Feb. 17, 2022 | Research Note: Larry Jennings passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2022, and his wife Linda Jennings passed away Thursday, February 17, 2022, after a hard-fought battle with Covid. Larry and Linda were united in marriage in 1969. Linda is preceded in death by her father Jesse Lewis, mother and step-father Doris and Robert Long, and her sister Sharon Burton. | Shell Knob Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| JOHNSTON, Ruth "Juanita" (WEAVER) | Apr. 1, 1914 Washington, DC |
July 9, 2014 Autumn Hill Nursing Home, Berryville, AR |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Wilmer Eugene and Ruth Lillian (Heatwole) Weaver, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death were one sister, Frances Lamb and two brothers, Charles and Wilmer Weaver. She grew up and received her education in Washington DC, where she graduated from Eastern High School. For several years she was the secretary for the solicitor general at the Department of Justice. Four years ago she moved from Silver Spring, Maryland to Shell Knob, Missouri to be near her daughter. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| JONES, Andrew Christian | Jan. 28, 1997 Stockton, San Joaquin Co., CA |
June 23, 2007 Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Temporary Marker - He was the son of James Christian and Akemi (Melton) Jones. He spent most of his life in California, living in Shell Knob for about one month before his death. - A weekend accident claimed the life of a child: A 10-year-old Shell Knob boy drowned after being struck by a pontoon boat operated by his father on Table Rock Lake on June 23. According to reports from the Missouri State Water Patrol, the victim, Andrew Jones, had been tubing and was boarding the boat when he complained of being cold. His father, James C. Jones, reportedly told him to take off his life preserver and go to the bow of the boat with the other passengers. Jones accelerated the pontoon, unaware that the boy had gone to the front of the boat to sit with his legs dangling into the water. Jones told water patrol officials that he heard a thump and looked into the water to see the victim floating. He jumped into the lake and pulled his son from the water. The victim was transported to St. John's Hospital in Carroll County, Arkansas, by private vehicle, and then airlifted to St. John's Hospital in Springfield where he later succumbed to his injuries. The incident occurred at approximately 6 p.m. at King's River in Barry County, about three-quarters of a mile from the bridge. - Another Photo - Another Photo | News Item Phyllis Long Monett Times Photos Jay Trace |
| JONES, Bill Galane | Aug. 4, 1929 Floydada, TX |
Feb. 18, 2016 Cassville Health Care, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of John A. and Eva Lena (Bennett) Jones who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death were two brothers, CW4 Derrell C. Jones and Alton DeWayne Jones. On October 4, 2002, in the Shell Knob Church of Christ Bill was united in marriage to Bonnie L Skinner. Bill graduated high school in Claude, Texas, and then served in the United States Marine Corp from November 20, 1947 until November 21, 1951. He attended the Police Academy in Texas, serving as a police officer in Celeste, Texas. He then went on to become a Church of Christ minister. He moved to the lake area living in the Golden and Eagle Rock area before moving to Shell Knob in 1994. Flying model airplanes, traveling, shopping, his church and being a past preacher were some of his favorite pastimes. He was a lifetime member of the Shell Knob VFW Post number 2203. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| JONES, Dolores Ann (MILLER) | Jan. 13, 1912 Chesterfield, St. Louis Co., MO |
Oct. 15, 2012 MO |
Research Note: The Cassville Democrat reported: Dolores Ann Jones, 100 years old, of Shell Knob, passed away Monday, Oct. 15, 2012. She was born Jan. 13, 1912, in Chesterfield, the daughter of Charles and Lillian Miller. She had one son, Richard Jones, of Shell Knob. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Ethel Campbell and Norma Walther, and one brother, George Miller, of St. Louis. She moved to Shell Knob from Evansville, Ind., in 1989. Survivors include: one son, Richard Jones and his wife, Pat, of Shell Knob; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grand-children. She worked most of her life in several different positions, but worked her early years at the Federal Reserve in St. Louis. She had many talents, some of which were quilting, knitting, crocheting, handwork, porcelain dolls and ceramic painting. There will be no formal service, but memorial contributions may be made to the LUC Boy's Ranch in Lampe. - She was divorced and living at home in the 1940 census. | Census Phyllis Long Cassville Democrat Donna Cooper Photo Jay Trace |
| JONES, Frank Louis | Apr. 28, 1923 Harrison, Boone Co., AR |
Feb. 16, 2007 MO |
SSW: Mary L. - Temporary Maker had 2006 as the death year. Mr. Jones was cremated. - He taught music, managed theaters for Commonwealth Amusement Corporation, was a bank marketing consultant for three years, volunteered at mobile missions, and ran campgrounds for the Corps of Engineers in Missouri for 12 years. He volunteered at the L. U. C. Boys Ranch, served on the board of directors for the Shell Knob Senior Citizens, and was a member of the Barry County Tax Board administering the property tax for services to senior citizens. He was a 32nd Degree Mason, a member of Shrine Temple, and an elder in the Presbyterian Church. He married Mary Lee Wasson on July 2, 1944, in Harrison, Arkansas. - Living with his divorced mother, Rosalyn, in the 1940 census. - Another Photo | Census Phyllis Long Monett Times Photo Jay Trace |
| JONES, Mary Lee (WASSON) | 1926 | No Date | SSW: Frank L. - Research Note: Daughter of Flem Wasson and Dalton Collier. | Census Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| JONES, Richard "Dick" | Oct. 20, 1930 St. Louis, MO |
Apr. 5, 2023 | Research Note: He was the son of the late Dolores Jones and Lee A Jones. In 1953 and 1954 he honorably served in the United States Army in the Korean War. In 1957 he married Pat Collins and they had 4 wonderful children. He worked as a cost accountant for 24 years at Whirlpool in Evansville where he eventually retired in 1989 before moving to Shell Knob. Richard was an avid golfer and enjoyed fishing, boating and spending time on the lake with his family. He was a member of the Shell Knob Methodist Church. He was most passionate about supporting their special needs child through Special Olympics, FOP Camp and Special Needs Girl Scouts. He is survived by his wife of 66 years; four children; 8 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. A Celebration of life will be held on Apr. 22, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, Shell Knob. | Shell Knob Funeral Home L.Pearce |
| JONES, Roger Oneal, Jr. | Mar. 16, 1975 Searcy, AR |
July 18, 2005 Plane Crash |
Research Note: Roger Oneal Jones Jr., 30, of Fayetteville, Arkansas, died July 18 from injuries sustained in a plane crash. He was an Air Force veteran and was employed at North American Marine Industries Inc. in Lampe as vice president of operations. He married Kara Buchheit on August 24, 1996, in Carthage. He was preceded in death by his father, John Shaffer. Survivors include Vickie (Rogers) Shaffer of Shell Knob and his step-father, Roger Jones. Burial with military honors will be in Lake Park Memorial Gardens in Shell Knob under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home of Shell Knob. - His father, John Shaffer also died in the plane crash and is buried at Painter Cemetery. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KAHLER, Michael "Buzz" Jr. | Feb. 3, 1973 Wichita, Sedgwick Co., KS |
Dec. 8, 2007 Golden, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Died of injuries sustained in a traffic accident. Son of Michael and Barbara (Miller) Kahler. He was preceded in death his maternal grandparents and paternal grandfather. He received his education in Cassville, Missouri. He moved from South Haven, Kansas to Shell Knob, Missouri where he resided twenty-two years. Recently he had moved to Monett where he was working for International Dehydrated Foods, Inc. as a lead person. | Monett Times Photo Jay Trace |
| KAHRL, Donald Louis | Jan. 18, 1942 Ferndale, Oakland Co., MI |
Apr. 13, 2010 St. John's Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
SSW: Loretta M. - Research Note: Son of Louis Rudolph and Guthrie Virginia (Bartley) Kahrl. On May 17, 1986, in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, he was united in marriage to Loretta (Pustelnik) Laycock. Preceding him in death were his parents and one sister, Diane. Donald received his education in Redford, Michigan. From August 22, 1960 until April 9, 1962, he served in the United States Army. Much of his life was spent in Michigan working as a Speedway Service Station manager. In 1986, he moved to Eagle Rock to make his home. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| KAHRL, Loretta M. (PUSTELNIK) (LAYCOCK) | Jan. 3, 1943 Detroit, MI |
Nov. 22, 2019 At Home, Eagle Rock, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Donald - Research Note: She was the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Sajdak) Pustelnik. On May 17, 1986 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, she was united in marriage to Don Kahrl, who preceded her in death on April 13, 2010. Also preceding her in death were her parents and two brothers, Leonard Pustelnik and Joey Pustelnik. Loretta grew up and received her education in Detroit where she graduated from high school. In 1986 she moved to Missouri to make her home. For many years she worked as a cashier at Sunfest. She was a member of the Lion's Club. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| KIEFER, Arthur Russell "Art", Jr. | Mar. 23, 1921 Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA |
Apr. 26, 2011 Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "T SGT US MARINE CORPS - WORLD WAR II" - Research Note: Arthur was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Russell Kiefer, Sr. On June 19, 1946, he was united in marriage to Margie Pearce who preceded him in death on February 16, 2006. Art grew up and received his education in Pittsburg. He continued his education at Florida State College where he graduated with a Masters degree in chemical engineering. He served his country in the United States Marine Corp where he was a belly gunner in World War II. He served two tours of duty in the Pacific and was honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant. Art was a chemical engineer for Sperry Rand Company in Gainesville, Florida for several years. He later founded his own tubing company, Keystone Tubing Company. He served as a zoning commissioner in Starke, Florida. - His mother was Hilda Kiefer and she was widowed by the 1940 census. | Fohn Funeral Home Census Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| KIEFER, Margie N. (PEARCE) | Nov. 7, 1923 Poplar Bluff, Butler Co., MO |
Feb. 16, 2006 Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "PFC US MARINE CORPS WORLD WAR II" - Research Note: She was a daughter of Frank S. and Mary (Boyet) Pearce. On June 19, 1946, she was united in marriage to Arthur Kiefer. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Florida State. She served her country in the United States Marines during World War II. After the war she worked for the B. F. Goodrich Tire and Rubber Company as an executive secretary for several years. She also taught High School Business and English. She moved to Shell Knob in 1982. She was preceded in death by one brother and one sister. - Another Photo - Another Photo | Cassville Democrat Phyllis Long Photos Jay Trace |
| KISLER, Alma Virginia (DECKER) (HALE) | Dec. 4, 1912 St. Louis, MO |
Nov. 9, 2003 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
SSW: Harold N. - Research Note: She was the daughter of Edward and Ellen Decker. She worked for Small Arms in St. Louis and McDonald Aircraft during World War II. She married Harold N. Kisler on April 24, 1944 in St. Louis. She was preceded in death by one son, Terry, in 1967; and three sisters. - She first married Clarence Nolen Hale. Daughter of Edward Robert Decker and Ellen Elizabeth Sutton. | Monett Times Census Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| KISLER, Billie Jean "B. J." (STOCKS) | Nov. 15, 1935 | No Date | SSW: Norman F. - Inscription: Married Nov. 20, 1953" - Research Note: Billie Jean Stocks, age 18, married Norman F. Kisler, age 20, on Nov. 10, 1953 in Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO. | MO Marriage Records Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| KISLER, Harold N. | Apr. 6, 1921 York, NE |
Feb. 4, 2004 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Alma V. - Research Note: He was the son of Henry E. and Olive Barbara (Mills) Kisler. He did farming and mechanical work, was a truck supervisor for Busheam and Rauh Construction Company, worked as a railroad mail clerk, and worked for the Joplin Post Office until retiring in 1980. He moved to Shell Knob in 1996. He was an Air Force veteran of World War II. He married Alma Virginia Decker on April 22, 1944, in St. Louis, and she preceded him in death November 9, 2003. He was preceded in death by one son, Terry Kisler. - Military Stone - Inscription: "SGT US ARMY AIR FORCE WORLD WAR II" | Monett Times Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| KISLER, Norman F. | May 27, 1933 | No Date | SSW: Billie Jean "B. J." - Inscription: Married Nov. 20, 1953" - Research Note: Billie Jean Stocks, age 18, married Norman F. Kisler, age 20, on Nov. 10, 1953 in Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO. His mother, Alma, gave consent. Son of Clarence Nolan Hale and Alma Virginia (Decker) (Hale) Kisler. Norman apparently took the name Kisler or his step-father Harold N. Kisler adopted him. | MO Marriage Records Census Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| KLEBENSTEIN, Marguerite Elsie (NUMBERS) | Nov. 12, 1906 Monmouth, IL |
May 28, 2000 MO |
Research Note: Researchers say she was the daughter of William Daniel Numbers and Anna Brown. Wife of Earl Lee Klebenstein. Died in 1980 and buried at Leavenworth Co., KS. | Census Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| KNISLEY, Clifford J. "Cliff" | June 14, 1931, Kansas City, Johnson Co., KS |
Mar. 21, 1913 Mercy Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: The Cassville Democrat reported that Clifford "Cliff" Knisley, 81, of Shell Knob, passed away Thursday, March 21, 2013, at Mercy Hospital Springfield. He was born June 14, 1931, in Kansas City, Kan., the son of Clifford C. and Opal (Walker) Knisley. On June 11, 1982, in Pennsylvania, he was united in marriage to Linda Lee Rice, who survives. Additional survivors include: five sons, of Pennsylvania, Vinita, Okla., Oklahoma City, Okla., Texas, and Texas; four daughters, of Shell Knob, California, Arlington, Texas, and of South Carolina; nine grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his parents and one son, Danny Knisley. He received his education in Minnesota. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force from Nov. 4, 1947, to Nov. 29, 1949. He was an over the road truck driver for Trans Con Trucking out of California and Pennsylvania. In 1991, he and Linda moved to Shell Knob to make their home. He was a member of Lohmer Full Gospel Church, Shell Knob. He was a Shriner. Funeral services with Masonic Rites were held today (Wednesday) in Fohn Funeral Home, Shell Knob. Pastor David Donaldson conducted the services. Burial with military honors was at Lake Park Memorial Gardens, Shell Knob. - Clifford J. Knisley, age 20 first married Virginia Lee Morris, age 19, on Feb. 17, 1950 in Jackson Co., MO. | Cassville Democrat Donna Cooper MO Marriage Records Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| KOEPP, Roland Ernest | Sept. 29, 1935 Chicago, Cook Co., IL |
Apr. 5, 2020 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Sandra S. - Research Note: He was the son of Ernest and Pearl (Tornow) Koepp. On September 4, 1965 in Aurora, Illinois he was united in marriage to Sandra Sue "Sandy" Booten, who preceded him in death on March 10, 2011. Also preceding him in death were his parents. Ron grew up and received his education in Illinois, graduating from West Aurora High School. After school he served in the United Stated Marine Corps. For many years he worked as a self-employed machinist. In 2004 he and Sandy moved to Shell Knob to make their home. Services will be live streamed at 2:00 PM Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at facebook.com under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Shell Knob due to the COVID-19 restrictions. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| KOEPP, Sandra Sue "Sandy" (BOOTEN) | Apr. 2, 1944 Grayville, Edwards Co., IL |
Mar. 10, 2011 Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
SSW: Roland E. - Research Note: She was a daughter of Homer and Goldie (Smith) Booten. On September 4, 1965, in Aurora, Illinois, she was united in marriage to Roland Ernest Koepp. Most of her life was spent as a machinist for Caterpillar Tractor in Aurora, Illinois, from which she retired. In May, 2004, she moved from Montgomery, Illinois to Shell Knob to make her home. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| KREMEIER, James Henry | Oct. 9, 1936 Okarche, OK |
May 13, 2018 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Henry H. and Agnes M. (Schroeder) Kremeier. On November 14, 1966 in Wichita Falls, Texas he was united in marriage to Christine Vilser. Preceding him in death were his parents and one sister, Donna Kremeier. James graduated from Okarche High School with the class of 1954. From March 3, 1956 until February 28, 1962 he served in the United States Navy as a fireman. For several years James worked as a heavy equipment operator, retiring from Hutchens Construction at Cassville, Missouri in 1998. He was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Shell Knob. No services are scheduled at this time. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Shell Knob. - Photo of stone at findagrave.com. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KUNKLER, Charles William "Bill" | Aug. 5, 1925 Los Angeles, CA |
Sept. 8, 2010 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Joan K. - Research Note: He was the son of Paul William Kunkler and Georgia (Evans) Duffey. On August 2, 1947, in Hays, Kansas, he was united in marriage to Joan "JoKay" Katherine Dowling. Bill, as most people knew him, grew up and received his education in Topeka, Kansas. During World War II Bill entered the United States Navy, serving from May 26, 1943 until March 3, 1946, as a Chief Boatswain's Mate for Admiral C. W. Nimitz on a 5 star barge. For thirty-eight years he was employed by Southwestern Bell, starting as unlocated lineman in western Kansas, retiring as executive in 1984. After his retirement at the age of 58 he and JoKay moved to Shell Knob to make their home. He was a Master Mason, a member of Shell Knob Shrine Club and was very passionate about working with the Shriners Buddy Bass Tournament for Crippled Children. He was also a member of VFW Post 2203, High 12 and American Legion. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| KUNKLER, Joan "JoKay" Katherine (DOWLING) | 1924 | No Date | SSW: Charles William | Photo Jay Trace |
| LANG, Edward H. | July 12, 1922 Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co., WI |
Nov. 14, 2005 Barry Co. Care Center, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "PFC US ARMY WORLD WAR II" - Research Note: He was a son of Lawrence and Emily (Krueger) Lang. On May 31, 1947, in Waukesha, Wis., he was united in marriage to Norma Fordham. He served his country during World War II with the 472D Antiaircraft Artillery Battalion in the Philippines. He was an auto mechanic and worked several years for Wendt-Sonis. Four years ago he moved to Shell Knob from Jane, where he had lived for 30 years and served as Deputy Sheriff over 10 years. | Cassville Democrat Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| LANG, Norma Onalee (FORDHAM) | June 14, 1924 Waukesha, Waukesha Co., WI |
Apr. 12, 2008 MO |
Inscription: "Loving Wife of Eddie Lang" - Research Note: Daughter of Roy Everest Fordham and Grace Luella McRitchie. | Census Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| LARSON, Georgine Alice (BISCHOFF) | Abt. 1927 KS |
No Date | SSW: Royce Roland - Research Note: Daughter of George Dietrich Bischoff and Edna Pearl Kugler. | Census Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| LARSEN, Royce Roland | Apr. 12, 1925 Bellville, KS |
June 7, 2005 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Georgine A. - Research Note: He was the son of Chris and Hazel (Lowell) Larsen. He was a veteran of the Army Air Corps. He graduated from Kansas State University. He was employed as a civil engineer building power plants for Kansas Power and Light Company until retirement. He moved to Shell Knob in 1997. He married Georgine Bischoff on July 16, 1950, in Abilene, Kansas. He was preceded in death by one brother, Dean Smith. A gathering of friends and family will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 13, at Fohn Funeral Home in Shell Knob. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| LEA, Cuba Lorine (GEORGE) (OSBORN) | Aug. 11, 1922 Medoc, Jasper Co., MO |
Feb. 5, 2006 St. John's Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Inscription: "Beloved Wife Mother" - "Gift of Life Donor" - Research Note: She was a daughter of Miles A. and Mary (Hufft) George. She first married Alan Dale Osborn. On Aug. 30, 1956, in Reno, Nev., she was united in marriage to Robert E. (Bob) Lea. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Dale Osborn; one granddaughter; one brother; and four sisters. She received her education in St. Joseph. During World War II she moved to the West Coast where she worked for the United States Government as a clerk-typist. She remained in California from 1941 until 1978 when she and Bob moved to Missouri to a farm outside of Cassville. In 1989 they moved near Shell Knob to make their home. | Cassville Democrat Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| LEA, Earl James | Oct. 2, 1922 Okmulgee, OK |
May 15, 2021 Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Ray and Vada (Rose) Lea who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death were two sisters, Betty and Mary, one son, good friend and fishing partner, Michael Gordon of Grove, Oklahoma. Earl received his education in Carl Junction, Missouri. After high school Earl served in the Civilian Conservation Corps in Neosho, Missouri from 1938 to 1940. Later in 1940 he and a friend hitch hiked, walked and rode the rails from Missouri to Oakland, California where he found employment in the ship yards. In February of 1943 he joined the U.S. Marine Corps. After recruit training he was attached to the 2nd Marine Division, serving in the Pacific during WW2 where he saw action in numerous battles. Wounded in the battle for Saipan on 15 June 1944 he was hospitalized in Hawaii to heal and recuperate and then returned to his old Marine unit. Earl's marine unit was being held in reserve during the battle for Okinawa in early 1945 and at the time were practicing to invade the main island of Japan. Due to the Japanese surrender September 2, 1945 this invasion was not necessary. Earl's unit was sent into Nagasaki Japan immediately after the surrender to destroy all Japanese armaments. Returning to the United States in December of 1945 where he was discharged February 1946 and receiving the following medals: Purple Heart, Asiatic Pacific Ribbon with 3 stars, Presidential Unit Citation with 1 star, World War 2 Victory Medal and Good Conduct Medal. Upon the release from the Marine Corps at the end of WW2 he settled in Salida, California working for Federal Civil Service until retirement in 1973 and moving to Shell Knob where he enjoyed fishing, boating and viewing wild life. He was a Charter member of VFW Post 2203 of Shell Knob, Missouri American Legion Post 392 of Pineville, Missouri and the DAV. On November 3, 1973 in Pineville, Missouri Earl married Hazel (Watson-Gordon). | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LEE, Txoojneng | 1964 Laos |
May 12, 2023 |
Research Note: Txoojneng Lis yug nyob nplog teb 1964. Txoojneng thiab Paj Vaj sib yuav 3/15/1988. Nkawv muaj tsib tug me nyuam, ob tug tub thiab peb tug ntxhais. Txoojneng txiv thiab niam hu ua Npuas Hwm Lis thiab Ntsuab Xyooj. Nkawv niam tais yawm txiv yog Nyiaj Xyooj Vaj thiab Xyos Yaj. Nkawv tsev neeg tsiv los nyob Missouri ua tsev qaib tau nees nkaum xyoo. Txoojneng Lee, age 58, was born in 1964 in the country of Laos. He married his wife Paa Vang on Mar. 15, 1988. They have five children: two sons and three daughters. His father and mother respectively are Bouafue Lee and Joua Xiong. His father and mother-in-law are Nyiaj Xyooj Vaj and Xyos Yaj. He moved to Missouri with his family to raise turkeys for over twenty years. | McQueen Funeral Home L. Pearce |
| LEWIS, Robert "Bob" | Oct. 12, 1944 Neosho, Newton Co., MO |
June 21, 2020 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Robert Delmer and Virgie (Davenport) Lewis. In 1966, he married Carolyn Weaver. Preceding him in death are his parents and a son, Michael. Bob graduated from Neosho High School in 1962 and joined the Air Force in 1965, where he served as a payroll technician for 24 years. He served in the Vietnam War from 1967-1968. After retiring from the Air Force, he worked for the Kansas Turnpike Authority as a payroll technician for 18 years while living in Belle Plaine, Kansas. Bob and Carolyn moved to Shell Knob, Missouri in 2008 to retire by family. Bob was an active member of the First Christian Church where he served as a Deacon and Elder. Bob was also a member of the Alliance of Churches where he served two terms as president. He was in charge of the food pantry for approximately five years. He was also a member of the VFW. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LOCK, Alice Lorean (THOMPSON) | Jan. 15, 1914 El Dorado, KS |
Dec. 27, 2014 Autumn Hill Nursing Home, Berryville, AR |
SSW: George - Research Note: She was the daughter of Charles A. and Josie (McCann) Thompson. On March 7, 1942, she was united in marriage to George W. Lock, who preceded her in death on February 13, 2005. Also preceding her in death were her parents and three brothers. Alice grew up and received her education in El Dorado, Kansas, where she graduated from high school. She received her cosmotology license in St. Louis, Missouri and returned to El Dorado, where she worked as a beautician. In 1953, Alice, George and their family moved to Newton, Kansas, remaining there until 1989, when they moved to Shell Knob, Missouri to make their home. She was a very active member of Peace Lutheran Church in Shell Knob. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| LOCK, George William | Jan. 26, 1921 Crestline, KS |
Feb. 13, 2005 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Alice L. - Research Note: He was the son of William and Mary (Parker) Lock. He was an Army veteran of World War II. He worked as a lineman for Kansas Gas and Electric until retiring in 1983. He moved to Shell Knob 16 years ago. He married Alice Thompson on March 7, 1942, in Eldorado, Kansas. He was preceded in death by one sister and one brother. | Monett Times Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| LONG, Doris Jean (GADDIS) (LEWIS) | Nov. 27, 1928 Louisville, Jefferson Co., KY |
Oct. 23, 2011 Table Rock Health Care, Kimberling City, Stone Co., MO |
SSW: Robert Lee - Research Note: She was the daughter of Jack Henry and Sophia Marie (Eisen) Gaddis. She was united in marriage to Jesse Lewis, who preceded her in death. On December 20, 1969, at Liberty, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Robert Lee "Bob" Long, who also preceded her in death on October 12, 2010. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Richard Gaddis and John Gaddis. | Cassville Democrat Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| LONG, Robert Lee "Bob" | Sept. 7, 1934 OK |
Oct. 12, 2010 Table Rock Health Care, Kimberling City, Stone Co., MO |
SSW: Doris J. - Inscription: "TEC 5 US ARMY WORLD WAR II - BRONZE STAR" Research Note: He was a Lampe, MO resident and a son of William Leroy and Nita Jane (Davis) Long. In December, 1969, in Liberty, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Doris Jean Gaddis. Preceding him in death were his parents; one daughter, Sharon Kingsley; three sons, Virgil Long, Leroy Long and Robert Moore; three brothers, Rule Long, O. A. Brown and Oran Brown. During World War II he joined the United States Army and also served in the Korean War. Pappy was a hard worker all his life, owning a full-service gas station where he repaired vehicles and later working on heavy road construction, driving a road grader. - Another Photo | Cassville Democrat Phyllis Long Photos Jay Trace |
| LOWE, M. Jeannette (RUSSELL) | 1932 | No Date | SSW: Seth L. | Photo Jay Trace |
| LOWE, Seth Louis | Sept. 7, 1932 Erie, KS |
Jan. 25, 2000 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: M. Jeannette - Research Note: Son of Edwin Lowe and Lucille Wells. He attended Washburn University in Topkea, Kansas, and Wichita University in Wichita, Kansas. He worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and was an accounting supervisor with AT and T in Overland Park, Kansas. He moved to Shell Knob in 1986 and started Green Mountain Realty Company. He was also a real estate agent with Prudential Realty Company and Ozark Realty in Shell Knob. He was a member of Derby, Kansas, A.F.and A.M. Masonic Lodge and a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason. He belonged to Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Temple in Springfield where he was a member of The Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. He was a past rajah, past treasurer, past secretary, and member of the Shell Knob Shrine Club. He had been president of the Telephone Pioneer Club, past president of Long Lines Club, past president of Green Shores Home Owners Association, and was a member of the Tri-Lakes Board of Realtors. He married Jeannette Russell on October 7, 1951, in Sedan, Kansas. Private burial will be at a later date under the direction of Williamson Funeral Home of Shell Knob. | Census Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| MARSHALL, Corbin Marshall | June 13, 2006 College Station, Brazos Co., TX |
Oct. 3, 2006 College Station, Brazos Co., TX |
Research Note: The temporary marker has his name spelled Corbon, and the obit has it as Corbin. He was a son of Jesse and Kimberly (Notz) Marshall. He was preceded in death by his great-grandfather, Robert Godana. - Another Photo | Cassville Democrat Phyllis Long Photos Jay Trace |
| MATHES, Verne L. | 1941 | 1998 | No Data | Photo Jay Trace |
| MATSON, Louise Marjorie (KEES) (HARRIS) | Aug. 14, 1925 Oklahoma City, OK |
Feb. 4, 2004 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Wife and Mother" - Research Note: She was the daughter of Thomas Guy and Leta Jewel (Taylor) Kees. She moved to Shell Knob in 1994. She married John William Harris on April 8, 1944, and he preceded her in death May 30, 2001. She married Arnold Matson on November 30, 2002, in Shell Knob. She was preceded in death by one brother, Lawrence Kees; and two sisters, Mil Jones and Mary Greenway. | Monett Times Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| MEAD, John Michael | Aug. 13, 1958 Caribou, Aroostook Co., ME |
Mar. 6, 2006 Cox Med. Center S., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
SSW: Sharon A. - Research Note: He was a son of Ronnie Allen Mead and Bertha Mead. On June 11, 1987, in Wichita, Kan., he was united in marriage to Sharon Ann (Handlin) Fouch. He spent most of his life in Wichita and the last four years he was a weekender at Shell Knob, Missouri. He was employed as an overhead crane operator with Boeing Air Craft. | Cassville Democrat Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| MEAD, Sharon Ann (HANDLIN) (FOUCH) | No Date | No Date | SSW: John Michael | Photo Jay Trace |
| MEIER, Charles Arthur | Dec. 29, 1934 Kansas City, KS |
Feb. 27, 2023 Oak Pointe, Neosho, Newton Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Lawrence and Francis (Sheehan) Meier. On December 29, 1954 he was united in marriage to Kay Helen Kennedy, who preceded him in death on March 25, 2016. Also preceding him in death were his parents; one son, Daniel Meier and one brother, Paul Meier. Charlie grew up and attended school in Spring Hill, Kansas graduating from Spring Hill High School, later attending Kansas State University where he attained a degree in accounting. Charlie joined the United States Air Force serving during the Korean War. He and Kay were married during his stay in the military, they were first stationed in Chicago, Illinois for two years and then in Newfoundland where they were also stationed for two years. Upon returning to the United States they lived in Lee's Summit, Missouri where he was employed by Western Electric for over thirty years from where he retired in 1989. After retiring they moved to Shell Knob, Missouri and in 2021 he moved to Neosho, Missouri. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| MEIER, Kay Helen (KENNEDY) | Mar. 18, 1936 Hume, MO |
Mar. 25, 2016 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Ira Lee and Francis Elizabeth (Northcutt) Kennedy. On December 29, 1954, she was united in marriage to Charles Arthur "Charlie" Meier. Preceding her in death were her parents; one son, Daniel Meier and one brother, Tom Kennedy. Kay grew up and received her education in Spring Hill, Kansas where she graduated from high school. She married Charlie while he was in the military and went with him to Chicago, Illinois for two years and then on to Newfoundland for two years. She was a homemaker and resided in Lee's Summit for twenty-eight years. In 1989 she and Charlie moved from Lee's Summit to Shell Knob to make their home. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| MERCER, Marvin G. | July 8, 1927 Covington, OK |
June 15, 2021 Aurora Nursing Center, Aurora, Lawrence Co., MO |
Research Note: Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Glenn and Bertha (Ward) Mercer. On August 12, 1974 in Wichita, Kansas he was united in marriage to Ruby Ott. Preceding him in death were his parents and one son, Tommy Mercer. Marvin received his education in Kansas and graduated from Plainview High School in Wichita. On September 19, 1946 he joined the United States Army serving in both World War II and the Korean War. Most of his life was spent as an expeditor for the United States Postal Service from which he retired. In 1993 he and his wife moved from Wichita, Kansas to Shell Knob to make their home. He was a member of First Christian Church in Shell Knob and VFW Post 2203. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| MOORE, Billy Earl | Oct. 22, 1929 Wellington, TX |
Jan. 10, 2020 Mercy Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Chester and Hazel (Blanford) Moore. On February 14, 2001 in Miami, Oklahoma he was united in marriage to Vera Fayrene "Faye" Randall, who preceded him in death on September 28, 2017. Also preceding him in death were his parents; two sons, Jimmy Moore and John Moore; a brother, Eddie Moore and a sister, June Moore. Surviving are one son, Jerry Moore and his wife and four granddaughters. Billy grew up and received his education in Wellington, Texas. From 1950 until 1970 he served in the United States Air Force. He resided in Mulvane, Kansas several years, moving to Shell Knob in 1991. For twenty years he was a cook at St. John's Hospital (now Mercy Hospital). | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| MOORE, Vera Fayrene "Faye" (RANDALL) (SINCLAIR) | Apr. 20, 1936 Kingston, AR |
Sept. 28, 2017 Oak Pointe, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Johnny and Edna (Norris) Randall. On February 14, 2001 in Miami, Oklahoma she was united in marriage to Billy Earl Moore. Preceding her in death were her parents; one son, Larry Sinclair; one sister, Gwendolyn Randall and one brother, Max Randall. Faye received her education in Berryville, Arkansas and High school in Hollister, Missouri. She had resided in Springfield, Missouri before moving to Shell Knob in 1991. For several years she was cafeteria supervisor for St. John's (now Mercy) Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| MOUA, Xia Pao | June 6, 1946 Xieng Khouang, Laos |
May 2, 2018 Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Lalue Moua and La Vang, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death was a daughter, Youa Moua. Xia Pao grew up in Xieng Khouang, Laos. During the Vietnam War he served in the special Guerrilla Unit from 1964 until 1975. After the war he moved to the United States to make his home. | McQueen Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| MUELLER, Kyle Robert Ryan | Oct. 10, 1992 Washington Co., TX |
Oct. 25, 2012 Lampe, Stone Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Charles Mueller Jr. and Wendy (Coil) (Mueller) Puff. Kyle had lived in Shell Knob for the past six years coming from Lampe, MO. He was a student at North Arkansas College, Harrison, AR. Kyle loved to play video games and was going to become a video game designer. The Cassville Democrat reported this: "A Shell Knob man was killed in two-vehicle crash that occurred at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 25 on Highway 13 approximately one mile south of Lampe. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred when the driver of a 2012 Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle, Kyle R. Mueller, 20, of Shell Knob, lost control of the vehicle, crossed the center line and struck a 2012 Subaru Outback, driven by Donna I. Rusterholz, 70, of Berryville, Ark. Mueller was pronounced dead at the scene by Stone County Coroner Rick Stumpff. The body was taken to Stumpff Funeral Home in Kimberling City. This is Troop D's 76th fatality for the year." | Stumpff Funeral Home Phyllis Long Cassville Democrat Donna Cooper Photo Jay Trace |
| NIELSON, Duane Lester | Jan. 5, 1929 Hurley, Turner Co., SD |
Feb. 12, 2001 Tablerock Village, Kimberling City, MO |
Inscription: "CPL US ARMY KOREA - LOVING HUSBAND AND FATHER" - Research Note: Son of Lester and Lydia (Anderson) Nielsen. He was raised and received his education in Viborg, SD. He entered the US Army in Feb. 1951, and served until Jan. 1954. He then attended linotype school in Charles City, IA. Upon graduating he went to work for the Lutheran Publishing House in Blair, NE. On Sept. 5, 1959, he married Karen K Betts in Blair. In 1962 Mr Nielsen moved to Fremont where he worked for Simplot Soilbuilders and Diers Supply. In 1987 he moved to Sidney where he was employed by Cabela's. In 1992 he retired and moved to Shell Knob to make his home. | Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| NIXON, Steven Roger | Apr. 28, 1955 Wichita, Sedgwick Co., KS |
May 19, 2008 Wichita, Sedgwick Co., KS |
Research Note: He was a graduate of East High School in Wichita. He worked for Sedgwick County, the Wichita school system, and owned a retail business in Wichita. Son of Clarence J. and Emma J. Nixon. - Another Photo - Another Photo - Another Photo | Monett Times Photos Jay Trace |
| OSGOOD, Earl Richard "Bud" | Jan. 9, 1924 Hale, MO |
Nov. 15, 2012 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Marcella - Research Note: He was the son of James Richard and Eliza H. (Woodard) Osgood. On January 1, 1943, he was married to Ruth Mitchell and to this union three children were born. On January 17, 1975, he was united in marriage to Marcella I. "Marcie" (Walters) Lacey. Preceding him in death were his parents; two brothers, Herbert Leroy Osgood and Billy Lee Osgood and one sister, Elizabeth (Mills) Osgood. He attended several different schools and graduated from Avalon High School in 1941. He moved to Sterling, Illinois and worked in the steel mill and then lived in Kansas City, Missouri for a short time. During World War II he entered the United States Army and was in the 12th Armored Division, serving from November 3, 1942 until February 24, 1944. For the next several years he resided in Kansas City and also Chillicothe, Missouri, where he held various jobs. In 1951, he farmed near Hale and Avalon, Missouri and in 1959 he purchased a service station in Avalon, enlarging it to include farm service. Around 1963 he joined Modern Security Life in Springfield, Missouri, eventually becoming Vice President and then was Vice President in St. Louis. He later worked for Midwest National Life Insurance Company as Regional Manager in Columbia, Missouri and in 1970 took over the St. Louis Office. In the early 1970s Bud worked with his brother, Billy Lee, hauling food products from coast to coast. He eventually moved back to Avalon, Missouri, remaining there until 1981, when he moved to the Branson, Missouri area and later owned and operated Troys Cafe in Galena, Missouri. After moving to Shell Knob, Missouri he sold boats and cars and fished. He was a member of Shell Knob First Christian Church, Shell Knob Lions Club, OES (Order of the Eastern Star) of Cassville, Masonic Lodge in Galena and Hi Twelve in Shell Knob. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| OSGOOD, Marcella "Marcie" (WALTERS) (LACY) | 1942 | No Date | SSW: Earl | Photo Jay Trace |
| PARKER, Dennis Fred | Mar. 5, 1943 Des Moines, IA |
Oct. 4, 2022 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Ossie Faye - Inscription: "Married Sept. 13, 1991" - Research Note: July 13, 1991, Dennis was united in marriage to Faye Parker. He is preceded by his parents George and Orpha Parker, Jr.; son Dennis Parker; grandson Dennis Parker III. | Shell Knob Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| PARKER, Dennis F. (D. J.), III | Jan. 2000 | Nov. 2006 MO |
Inscription: "Little Angel" - Research Note: The temporary marker has his name misspelled. Obit says he was 7. Son of Dennis Parker, Jr. Grandson of Dennis F. and Ossie Faye Parker. Obit doesn't say where Dennis F., Jr. is buried. - Dennis Parker Jr., 45 (born about 1961), of Shell Knob, died at 1 p.m. November 22, along with his son, D. J. Parker, 7, from injuries sustained in a traffic accident. Mr. Parker moved to Shell Knob in 1996. Survivors include his parents, Sherry Locker and her husband, Bob, of Slater, Iowa, and Dennis Parker Sr. and his wife, Faye, of Shell Knob; one sister, of Mesa, Arizona; his grandmother, of Shell Knob; three step-sisters all of Slater, Iowa; one nephew and one niece. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mason and Louise Walker, and Fred Parker. - Dennis Frederick "D.J." Parker, III, age 6, of Shell Knob, Missouri died from injuries sustained in a two-vehicle accident in Barry County, Missouri, on US HWY 39 in Jenkins. Reports indicate Parker's vehicle in which he was riding in, crossed the center line and struck a dump truck head on. Also passing away in the accident was Dennis F. Parker, Jr., father of the passenger. - Temporary Marker | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photos Jay Trace |
| PARKER, Ossie "Faye" | Nov. 20, 1940 | No Date | SSW: Dennis Fred - Inscription: "Married Sept. 13, 1991" | Photo Jay Trace |
| PHILLIPS, Delbert Lee "Red" | Apr. 16, 1933 Craig, MO |
July 13, 2014 Roaring River, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Cassville, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Delbert Phillips, Sr. and Velma (Singleton) Phillips. In 1954, he married Alma Burnett and to this union three sons were born. Red was an avid trout fisherman. He was fishing at Roaring River when his heart stopped. He had just caught a lunker fish and was casting out again. In 2011 he married Sylvia Sturgeon. Red was active in the Cassville Senior Center and the Cassville United Methodist Church, where he enjoyed obtaining supplies for the Food Pantry. He was also a member of VFW 4207 and was adjutant. Other organizations of which he was a member were Golden Harvest, Cassville Chamber of Commerce and was past president of Kiwanis and IOOF. From February 18, 1953, until February 17, 1957, Red served in the United States Air Force. Red owned a grocery store in Oklahoma that he operated until 1993. He moved to Cassville and worked for the Cassville Elementary School. His retirement job was delivering prescriptions for Sater Pharmacy and helped at Fohn Funeral Home. Preceding him in death were his parents; wife Alma; one son, Rickey Phillips; one brother Don Phillips and one sister Mary Ann Allan. - Photo of stone at findagrave.com. - His first wife was Alma Ann Burnett, died Mar. 29, 2010 in Jones, OK. | Fohn Funeral Home Findagrave.com Phyllis Long |
| PROFIRI, Evelyn Kay (DAVIS) | Aug. 21, 1954 Harlingen, TX |
July 3, 2019 At Home, Joplin, Jasper Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Gordon Edwin Davis Jr. and Vonna (Smale) Davis. On March 30, 1974, she was united in marriage to Stan Profiri. Preceding her in death were her parents. Kay was a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, and loyal friend. Although she lived most of her life in Illinois and Missouri, she was a Texan at heart. She was born in Harlingen, raised in Corpus Christi, and attended college at Texas A and I University in Kingsville where she met her husband, Stan Profiri. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| REYNOLDS, David Lee "Bo" | June 25, 1941 Kansas City, KS |
Sept. 17, 1999 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Mary Lou - Research Note: He was the son of Harold Belma and Dorothy Catherine (Hopkins) Reynolds. He moved to Shell Knob in 1971. He was co-owner and operator of A-1 Auto Repair and Muffler Shop in Shell Knob since 1973, was a member of Central Crossing AF and AM Masonic Lodge and Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Temple in Springfield. He was a member and past Raja of Shell Knob Shrine Club, a member and past president of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge 4155 in Shell Knob, and was a 32nd degree Mason. He married Mary Lou Klebenstein on May 9, 1973, in Cassville. He was preceded in death by one sister, Dorothy Steele. | Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| REYNOLDS, Mary Lou (KLEBENSTEIN) (SMITH) | 1951 | No Date | SSW: David Lee - Research Note: David's obit mentions step-sons with the surname Smith. | Note Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| RHOADS, Barbara Sue (THOMAS) | July 14, 1941 Cross Hollows, Jenkins, Barry Co., MO |
Apr. 20, 2007 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: James Darell - Inscription: "Married July 1, 1961" - Research Note: She was the daughter of Roy and Gene (Ennis) Thomas. She moved to Shell Knob 30 years ago. She was a homemaker and a waitress at Kozy Restaurant in Shell Knob for many years. She was a member of Queen Esther chapter of the Eastern Star in Aurora and was active in Central Crossing Masonic Ladies and Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Ladies. She married Jim Rhoads on July 11, 1961, in Kansas City. She was preceded in death by one son, Bobby Rhoads, on March 28, 1977, and two sisters, Thelma Rhoads and Velma Plotner. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| RHOADS, Bobby Dale | April 4, 1963 | Mar 25, 1977 | Inscription: "In Loving Memory" - Research Note: Son of James Rhoads and Barbara Sue Thomas. | Mother's Obit Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| RHOADS, David Lee | May 4, 1968 Kansas City, MO |
Aug. 18, 2015 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Jim and Sue (Thomas) Rhoads. He worked in the construction business, performing various jobs. Mr. Rhoads enjoyed hiking and searching for arrowheads. He knew many artifacts about nature and what it took to survive. Mr. Rhoads was preceded in death by his mother on April 20, 2007, and his brother Bobby, on March 28, 1977. A private family burial will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of the White Funeral Home and Crematory, Cassville, Missouri. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| RHOADS, Delores | 1932 | No Date | SSW: George "Bill" | Photo Jay Trace |
| RHOADS, George "Bill" | 1930 | 2001 | SSW: Delores | Photo Jay Trace |
| RHOADS, James Darell "Jim" | June 29, 1941 Salem, NE |
Nov. 10, 2022 VA Hosp., Mt. Vernon, Lawrence Co., MO |
SSW: Barbara Sue - Inscription: "Married July 1, 1961" - Research Note: The family moved to the Cassville, MO area when Jim was a young boy. Jim joined the USMC at the age of 16 and became a lifelong advocate for veterans. Jim married the love of his life, Barbara Sue Thomas in 1961 and had 46 years of love. In 1977 Jim and Sue settled in Shell Knob, MO and opened A1 Auto Shop, which he ran until his retirement. Jim was a member of the Central Crossing #674 AF and AM, Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Temple in Springfield Mo, and a charter member of the Shell Knob Shrine Club. He proudly sponsored 20 children throughout his membership. Jim is preceded in death by his wife Sue, two sons Bobby and David, his parents Ralph and Sarah Rhoads, brothers William (Bill) and Ralph (Jack), and sisters Marge Leer and Esther Prewitt. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| RICKARD, Ronald Nelson | Feb. 6, 1937 Maplewood, MO |
Feb. 27, 2015 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Nelson Rickard and Jessie (Johnson) Rickard. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nelson Rickard, Jessie (Johnson) Rickard, Ed Orth, Alice Orth-Hoehne, his step-father; Arthur Hoehne; and sister Jo Garcia. Ron attended St. John's Lutheran grade school and graduated from Eureka High School in Eureka, Missouri. Upon graduation he joined the United States Air Force Reserves. On August 20, 1955, in Alcorn County, Mississippi, he and Patricia Ann "Pat"(Hoehne) were united in marriage. In 1955, they moved to Ellisville, Missouri to make their home. In 1971 Ron and his family moved to Shell Knob to open Lakeside Auto parts, service station and garage. Lakeside was part of the community until he retired in 2005. In 1972, he joined Central Crossing Fire Department. In 1976, he was recruited as Fire Chief and was perfect for the job coming from Ballwin Fire Protection District. He grew the fire department into what it is today and was instrumental in the establishment of the local 911 center. He was the Fire Chief for twenty-nine years before passing the torch to his grandson Rusty Rickard. Ron remained Assistant Chief and President of the CCFD Board of Directors until his passing. He was the founder and organizer of the Shell Knob 4th of July celebration, which he started in 1976. Ron was a fireman for over fifty years, having been recognized by the General Assembly for his dedication as a firefighter. Ron was also a member of the Lion's Club for over thirty-five years. In 2006 Ron rediscovered his faith in God. At that point, he dedicated his life to serving God and sharing his testimony with anyone who would listen. Photo of stone at Findagrave.com. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| ROBERTSON, John H. | Feb. 3, 1923 Rutherford, Bergen Co., NJ |
Feb. 2, 2010 Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Kathleen - Research Note: He was a son of William A. and Mary (Holland) Robertson. On May 28, 1945, in PerShore, England, he was united in marriage to Kathleen Colquhoun, who preceded him in death on November 18, 2006. Also preceding him in death were his parents and one brother, William Robertson. John graduated from Rutherford High School and received his Bachelors Degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University in Rutherford, New Jersey. During World War II he served our country in the United States Army Air Corp. He entered February 4, 1943 and was honorably discharged as Corporal on October 7, 1945. Most of his life was spent in New Jersey, where he was employed by Grants Plumbing as a customer service representative. Seven years ago he moved from Lebanon, New Jersey to Cassville to make his home. - Another Photo | Barry Co., Advertiser Feb. 3, 2010 Phyllis Long Photos Jay Trace |
| ROBERTSON, Kathleen (COLQUHOUN) | Apr. 27, 1922 Coatbridge, Scotland |
Nov. 18, 2006 Barry Co. Care, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: John - Research Note: She was the daughter of John and Elizabeth Colquhoun. She served in the British Royal Air Force during World War II. She was employed with Baker and Taylor Book Company. She had lived in Cassville since 2001 and was a member of St. Edward's Catholic Church in Cassville. She married John H. Robertson on may 28, 1945, in PerShore, England. She was preceded in death by one brother, William; and five sisters, Agnes, Jessie, Mary, Jean, and Elizabeth. - Another Photo | Monett Times Photos Jay Trace |
| ROGERS, Olive "Marie" (BIALKOWSKI) | June 20, 1927 Clayton, Montgomery Co., OH |
Sept. 18, 2011 Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: The Cassville Democrat reported this obit: "Olive "Marie" Rogers, 84, of Shell Knob, passed away Sunday, Sept. 18, 2011, in her home. She was born June 20, 1927, in Clayton, Ohio, the daughter of Frank Lewis and Tacy Ann (Miller) Bialkowski. On Jan. 25, 1944, in Orange County, Calif., she was united in marriage to Robert Wesley Rogers. Additional survivors include: one son, of Sun Valley, Calif.; one daughter, of Shell Knob; one sister, of California; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents; five brothers; three sisters; and two grandsons. "Ollie" or "Marie" as family or friends knew her, grew up and received her education in Highland Park, Calif. She was a homemaker. In 1976, she moved from Burbank, Calif., to Shell Knob to make her home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday in Fohn Funeral Home, Shell Knob. Brother David Donaldson will conduct the services. - Phyllis Long's Note: She was the daughter of Frank Lewis and Tacy Ann (Miller) Bialkowski. On January 25, 1944, in Orange County, California, she was united in marriage to Robert Wesley Rogers. Preceding her in death were her parents; five brothers, three sisters and two grandsons, Chuck Rogers and Jeremiah Davison. "Ollie" or "Marie" grew up and received her education in Highland Park, California. She was a homemaker. In 1976, she moved from Burbank, California to Shell Knob to make her home. | Cassville Democrat Donna Cooper Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| ROGERS, Robert Wesley "Bob" | June 29, 1926 Southgate, Los Angeles Co., CA |
June 18, 2015 Missouri Veterans Home, Mt. Vernon, Lawrence Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Arthur Gilbert and Doris May (Carney) Rogers. On January 25, 1944, in Orange County, California, he was united in marriage to Olive "Marie" Cuskey, who preceded him in death on September 18, 2011. Also preceding him in death were his parents, one brother, two sisters and two grandsons. Bob grew up and received his education in Los Angeles, California, where he graduated from high school. During World War II he joined the United States Navy, serving from September 8, 1944, until February 28, 1946. After his discharge from the Navy he and Marie moved to Oregon, where Bob logged before moving back to California. He then became a plumber, working for Liberty Plumbing in Los Angeles. In 1976, he and Marie moved from California to Shell Knob to make their home. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| SAFFOLD, Kevin Patrick | Feb. 4, 1980 Arlington Heights, IL |
July 18, 2005 Plane Crash |
Inscription: "Beloved Son and Brother" - Research Note: Eagle Rock, Barry Co., MO resident. Kevin Patrick Saffold, 25 of Eagle Rock, died July 18 from injuries sustained in a plane crash. He was a 1998 graduate of Cassville High School and received his bachelor of science in aviation at College of the Ozarks in 2002. He was a partner in the family contracting business. He was a member of All Faith United Methodist Church in Eagle Rock. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, James and Marjorie Saffold, and Martin and Patricia Steck. Celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, July 22, at All Faith United Methodist Church in Eagle Rock. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| SALTER, Lois M. (WHORTON) | July 10, 1921 OK |
Apr. 11, 1999 MO |
Research Note: Daughter of Esby Ralph Whorton and Beva Catherine McClary. Her husband was Gerald F. Salter. | Census Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| SCHEUERMAN, Edwin Benjamin | Mar. 7, 1924 Bison, KS |
Nov. 9, 2000 Carroll Co. Regional Medical Center, Berryville, AR |
Inscription: "CPL US MARINE CORPS WORLD WAR II" - Research Note: He was the son of Benjamin and Leah (Mattel) Scheuerman. He had been a rancher, miner, and farmer, and was a Marine veteran of World War II. He moved to Shell Knob in 1979. He married Elsie Marie Smith on March 2, 1946, in Bison, Kansas. | Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| SCHEUERMAN, Elsie Marie (SMITH) | Apr. 11, 1926 Delta, CO |
Aug. 31, 2013 Mercy Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Shell Knob resident. She was the daughter of Bryan and Elsie (Reeder) Smith. On March 2, 1944, in Bison, Kansas, she was united in marriage to Edwin Benjamin Scheuerman, who preceded her in death on November 9, 2000. Also preceding her in death were her parents; one son, Earl Scheuerman; two brothers, Chuck and Harold Smith and a grandson, William Ben Scheuerman. Elsie grew up and received her education in Colorado, graduating from high school in Olathe, Colorado. She was a homemaker and farmed. She resided in Naturita, Colorado several years, where she and her husband raised corn and onions. In 1979, they moved from Naturita to Shell Knob, Missouri to make their home. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| SELBY, Jim E. | Sept. 14, 1933 Detroit, MI |
Feb. 21, 2005 St. John's Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Inscription: "AIC US AIR FORCE KOREA" - Research Note: He was the son of George and Mabel Janet (Schumann) Selby. He graduated from high school in Vassar, Michigan. He was an Air Force veteran of the Korean War. He was retired from Sears in Wichita, Kansas. He had served as police chief in Maize, Kansas, and had been a member of the Maize City Council. He moved to Shell Knob in 1987. He was a member of VFW Post 2203, helped establish the Shell Knob Senior Center, and was president of the Homeowners Association for Turkey Mountain Estates 1. He married Rose Fischer Aubuchon on May 24, 1984, in Wichita, Kansas. | Monett Times Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| SELBY, Rose I. (AUBUCHON) | 1944 | No Date | No Data | Photo Jay Trace |
| SIMON, Howard Thomas "Tom" | Apr. 14, 1920 Chicago, Cook Co., IL |
Apr. 8, 2006 At Home, Golden, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "SFI US NAVY WORLD WAR II" - Research Note: He was the son of Albert and Mazie (Fogerty) Simon. He was a graduate of Downers Grove High School in Downers Grove, Illinois, and attended Illinois Institute of Technology. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. He worked for Atlas Builders Division of Harvey Lumber Company from 1951 to 1961, and owned Jewel Builders in Illinois until moving to Shell Knob in 1972. He was a general contractor in the Table Rock Lake area. He married Catherine Marie Stauber on April 24, 1944, in New York City He was preceded in death by two sons, Bob and Chuckie; and one daughter, Linda. - Another Photo - Another Photo | Monett Times Photos Jay Trace |
| SIMON, Marie Catherine (STAUBER) | Dec. 2, 1920 Chicago, Cook Co., IL |
Aug. 2, 2019 Baylor Hosp., Grapevine, TX |
Research Note: Daughter of Charles J. Stauber and Johannah Pluckebaum. On April 24, 1944, in New York City, she was united in marriage to Howard Thomas "Tom" Simon. Marie grew up in the Chicago area and after marriage and the end of World War II, became a beloved homemaker and mother to eight (8) children. After moving with her husband to the Shell Knob - Golden Missouri area, she became a charter member of the Holy Family Catholic Church. | Cook Co., IL Birth Certificate Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| SIMON, Robert Michael "Bob" | Nov. 30, 1952 | Oct. 19, 1995 | Research Note: Son of Howard Thomas Simon and his first wife, unknown. | Father's Obit Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| SIPE, Boyd Dean | Mar. 31, 1930 Enid, OK |
Sept. 14, 2006 Barry Co. Care Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "A1C US AIR FORCE KOREA" - Research Note: He was the son of Chelsey David and Lela (Puckett) Sipe. He was an Air Force veteran of the Korean War. He operated National Lead Company in St. Louis and was an over-the-road truck driver until retirement. He married Jean M. (Wilcox) Komorowski, and she preceded him in death May 3, 2005. There are no immediate survivors. | Monett Times Phyllis Long Photo Monett Times Jay Trace |
| SIPE, Jean W. (WILCOX) (KOMOROWSKI) | Nov. 17, 1924 Philadelphia, PA |
May 3, 2005 Northern Oaks Nursing Home, Abilene, TX |
Inscription: "Beloved Wife of Boyd" - Research Note: She was the daughter of Harry and Margaret Wilcox. She was a 1948 graduate of Pennsylvania State University and received a master degree in 1971 from the University of Missouri. She taught kindergarten in Pennsylvania and Missouri, retiring in Bridgeton. She was married to Thaddeus Komorowski, and he preceded her in death. She married Boyd Sipe. | Monett Times Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| STANLEY, Billy S. | Nov. 13, 1935 | June 27, 2001 | SSW: Bonnie J. | Photo Jay Trace |
| STANLEY, Bonnie J. (HALL) | July 5, 1935 | No Date | SSW: Billy S. | Photo Jay Trace |
| STEELE, Marie (COCHRAN) | Jan. 28, 1909 Doniphan, Ripley Co., MO |
Mar. 17, 2006 Red Rose Inn, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was a daughter of Edward and Kitty (Allen) Cochran. On Oct. 10, 1929, in Doniphan, she was united in marriage to Van B. Steele, who preceded her in death on Nov. 1, 2000. She received her education in Doniphan, where she graduated from high school. She also resided in Oran, Batesville, Ark., and Dupo, Ill., before moving to Shell Knob in 1988 to make her home. | Cassville Democrat Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| STEELE, Richard M. "Dick" | Apr. 17, 1935 Doniphan, MO |
Nov. April 17, 1935 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Van B. and Marie (Cochran) Steele. On December 19, 1958 in East Carondelet, Illinois he was united in marriage to Marilyn Sue Sims. Preceding him in death were his parents and one brother. Dick graduated from high school at Batesville, Arkansas. Immediately following he served in the US Army from 1956-1962. He served as a radar guided anti-aircraft crewman in Germany. He received his Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois. For several years he was a sales representative for Bemis Company Inc and finished his career with Bancroft Bag retiring in 2000. In 1988 he built a home in Shell Knob and in 2000 moved from Shawnee, Kansas to Shell Knob. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| STEELE, Van B. | July 10, 1910 Oran, Batesville, AR |
Nov. 1, 2000 Red Rose Inn, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "S SGT US ARMY WORLD WAR II" - Research Note: He was the son of Wilson and Joella (Fowler) Steele. He was an Army veteran of World War II, a member of the Shell Knob Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2203, and retired in 1974 from the Terminal Railroad Association. He moved to Shell Knob in 1988. He married Marie Cochran on October 10, 1929, in Doniphan, MO. He was preceded in death by one grandson and one great grandson. | Monett Times Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| SUDERMAN, Edward P. | Sept. 16, 1913 Hillsboro, Marion Co., KS |
Aug. 21, 2009 New Mark Care Center, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO |
SSW: Iona V. - Research Note: Son of Peter and Caroline (Hein) Suderman. He was a Shell Knob resident. He received his Masters of Music from George Peabody College, Nashville, Tennessee in 1950. On July 26, 1939, Ed was united in marriage to Iona V. (Wahl) Suderman. They were married 64 years. Ed's teaching of vocal and instrumental music spanned 35 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Iona; daughter, Rita Kay Lind; parents, Peter and Caroline (Hein) Suderman and nine brothers and sisters and their spouses. - Another Photo | Barry Co. Advertiser Aug. 26, 2009 Phyllis Long Photos Jay Trace |
| SUDERMAN, Iona Victoria (WAHL) | Mar. 18, 1918 Fairview, OK |
Dec. 24, 2003 Carroll Co. Nursing Home, Berryville, AR |
SSW: Edward R. - Research Note: She was the daughter of Otto and Lea (Just) Wahl. She attended Tabor College in Hillsboro, Kansas, and Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kansas. She moved to Shell Knob 26 years ago. She was an accompanist in the Kansas City schools for 25 years, organist at Central Christian Church and North Kansas City First Christian Church, and director of the Bell Choirs. She attended Central Community United Methodist Church in Shell Knob where she played the organ for more than 12 years and was active in the United Methodist Women group. She accompanied the Melodears for 10 years and was a piano teacher and accompanied high school soloists. She was active in the Quilters Guild. She married Edwin P. Suderman on July 26, 1939, in Fairview, Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Rita Lind. -Another Photo | Monett Times Phyllis Long Photos Jay Trace |
| SURFUS, Roger Allen | Jan. 8, 1948 Huntington, Huntington Co., IN |
Oct. 10, 2007 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Married Jan. 26, 1969" - Research Note: Son of James Henry and Helen Catherine (Oswalt) Surfus. On January 26, 1969 in Wabash, Indiana, he was united in marriage to Sandra Sue Kilander. Roger attended elementary and high school in Lancaster, Indiana. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Purdue University, Indiana and a Masters in Mechanical Science from University of Missouri at Rolla. While living in O'Fallon, Missouri he was a Boy Scouts troop leader and worked on the Building Committee for Church of the Shepherd in St. Louis. He was Senior Mechanical Engineer for McDonald Douglas-Boeing and received many perfect attendance awards as well as the President's Award of Excellence for Service. - Another Photo - Another Photo | Monett Times Photos Jay Trace |
| SURFUS, Sandra Sue (KILANDER) | Jan. 10, 1948 | Jan. 26, 2013 | SSW: Roger Allen - Inscription: "Married Jan. 26, 1969" - Another Photo | Photos Jay Trace |
| TIGGEMANN , Bruce William | June 1, 1953 St. Louis, MO |
Dec. 18, 2013 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Burtis William and Veronica May "Ronnie" (Lubiewski) Tiggemann. On November 20, 2010, in Shell Knob, he was united in marriage to Karen Louise Becker. Bruce grew up and received his education in St. Louis, where he graduated high school from Lutheran High School North. He was a self-employed carpenter, working all kinds of construction. He was a very active member of Central Crossing First Responders and Fire Department. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| TIGGEMANN, Burtis William | Aug. 20, 1922 Saint Louis, MO |
Apr. 23, 2007 Carroll Co. Rehab., Berryville, Carroll Co., AR |
SSW: Veronica "Ronnie" - Research Note: He was the son of Emilie Paul and Emil Herman Henry Tiggemann. On Apr. 10, 1948 he married Ronnie Lubiewski. He received his education at the Pea Ridge School in Columbia Bottoms. He raised cattle, hogs, chickens, as well as grain for a living. In 1984 he moved to Shell Knob to make his home. - Another Photo | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| TIGGEMANN , Veronica "Ronnie" May (LUBIEWSKI) | Jan. 19, 1926 Overland, St. Louis Co., MO |
May 15, 2013 Cassville Health Care, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Burtis W. - Research Note: She was the daughter of Stanley and Martha (Licznerski) Lubiewski. On April 10, 1948, in Columbia Bottoms, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Burtis William Tiggemann, who preceded her in death on April 23, 2007. Also preceding her in death were her parents, two sisters and three brothers. She received her education at St. Leo's Catholic School in St. Louis, Missouri. For several years she was employed with Bussman Fuse Company in St. Louis as an inspector. In 1984, she moved from St. Louis to Shell Knob, Missouri to make her home. - Another Photo | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photos Jay Trace |
| TOOLEY, Bretton Curtis | Oct. 5, 1974 Peoria Peoria Co., IL |
June 20, 2005 Pekin, Tazewell Co., IL |
SSW: Scott Malcom Bickly and Susan (Tooley) - Research Note: An abstract of his obit reads: Bretton Curtis "Bret" Tooley, 30, of 1513 Sara Lane, Apartment 3, died at 3:35 p.m. Monday, June 20, 2005 at his home. He was born October 5, 1974 in Peoria to Curtis Walter and Susan Ann (Canopy) Tooley. Surviving are his mother and step-father, Susan and Scott Bickly of West Covina, California; father and step-mother, Curtis and Sandra Tooley of Morton; one brother, of Wisconsin; and his grandfather, Robert Null of Manito. He was preceded in death by his grandmothers and one grandfather. | Cassville Democrat Donna Cooper Photo Jay Trace |
| VOYLES, Riley J. "Roland" | July 27, 1929 Linn Co., KS |
Mar. 31, 2006 Red Rose Inn, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of William H. and Hattie (Carlyle) Voyles. He was preceded in death by eight brothers and sisters. He left Kansas at a young age moving with his family to Arkansas and later Missouri. He lived and worked at various shelter workshops around Missouri. He was always described as an "excellent worker" and highly respected. | Monett Times Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| WALRATH, Elmer Albert "Tiny" | May 26, 1926 Chicago, Cook Co., IL |
Oct. 30, 2010 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
SSW: Lorraine H. - Research Note: Elmer Albert "Tiny" Walrath, 84, of Shell Knob, passed away Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, in Cox Medical Center South, Springfield. He was born May 26, 1926, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Elmer Roy and Florence (Schuitt) Walrath. On April 25, 1953, in Chicago, Ill., he was united in marriage to Lorraine Hofmann, who preceded him in death on Dec. 11, 1989. Also preceding him in death were his parents; one brother, Richard Walrath; and a son-in-law, Kenneth Erick. Survivors include: three daughters, of Shell Knob, Crown Point, Ind., and of Bradenton, Fla.; and four grandchildren. He grew up and received his education in Chicago, Ill., where he graduated from Yale Cramer Parker High School. During World War II, he entered the United States Navy, serving from June 11, 1943, until March 15, 1946. Much of his life was spent in Illinois, where he was a foreman for Common Wealth Edison. In 1996, he moved from Glenwood, Ill., to Shell Knob, to make his home. He was a member of V.F.W. Post 2203, Central Crossing Masonic Lodge 383, Shriners, American Legion, the Eagles Lodge and was past president of SOLOS. Memorial services with Military Honors and Masonic Rites were held Saturday in Trinity Presbyterian Church, Shell Knob, under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Shell Knob. Rev. Chris Williams conducted the services. Private burial will be held later in Lake Park Memorial Gardens, Shell Knob. - Another Photo | Cassville Democrat Donna Cooper Photos Jay Trace |
| WALRATH, Lorraine H. (HOFMANN) | Apr. 17, 1929 Chicago, Cook Co., IL |
Dec. 15, 1989 MO |
SSW: Elmer A. - Research Note: Daughter of William Carl Hofmann and Florence Marie Kocken. Lorraine H. Hofman married Elmer A. Walrath on Apr. 18, 1953 in Cook Co., IL. - Another Photo | Census IL Marriage Index Phyllis Long Photos Jay Trace |
| WEBER, Don Merrill | Dec. 17, 1928 Akron, Summit Co., OH |
Mar. 30, 2002 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Virginia - Research Note: He was the son of Ernest Allen and Hazel (Stansbury) Weber. He was a graduate of Topeka High School in Topeka, Kansas. He worked for Goodyear for 19 years and was a union service representative for Local 307 in Topeka for 20 years. He moved to Shell Knob following retirement and worked part-time for Prudential Real Estate. He was a member of Eagles Lodge in Shell Knob and Moose Lodge in Ridgeway. He married Virginia Duree Dodder on April 11, 1970, in Topeka, Kansas. - Another Photo | Monett Times Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| WEBER, Virginia A. (DUREE) (DODDER) | June 29, 1923 KS |
Dec. 14, 2006 St. John's Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
SSW: Don - Research Note: She worked 37 years for Southwestern Bell Telephone in Topeka, Kansas. She moved to Shell Knob in 1986 and later moved to Marionville. She married Don Merrill Weber on April 11, 1970, in Topeka, Kansas, and he preceded her in death March 20, 2002. She was preceded in death by one brother. She first married Glenn G. Dodder. - Another Photo | Monett Times Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| WEIDNER, Dorothy (KELLER) | Oct. 14, 1916 Racine Racine Co., WI |
Nov. 25, 2009 St. John's Regional Health Center, Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Inscription: "Beloved Mother And Friend" - Research Note: Dorothy Weidner, 93, of Shell Knob, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in St. John's Regional Health Center, Springfield. She was born Oct. 14, 1916, in Racine, Wis., the daughter of William Keller and Elsie (Staaden) Keller. She was united in marriage in 1935, in Racine, Wis., to Kenneth Weidner, who preceded her in death in 1944. She was also preceded in death by one son, one great-granddaughter and one brother. Survivors include: one son, of Brown Deer, Wis.; three daughters, one sister, Marilyn Lindville, of Albuquerque, N.M.; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and four great-great grandchildren. She received her education in Racine, Wis. After the death of her husband, she raised her five children on her own, working for Oster Manufacturing in Milwaukee, Wis., for many years. In 1998, she moved to Shell Knob to be closer to her family. She was a member of the Shell Knob Lioness' and the Shell Knob VFW Ladies Auxiliary. | Cassville Democrat Donna Cooper Photo Jay Trace |
| WEIDNER, Kent Leonard | Apr. 15, 1937 WI |
June 8, 2001 MO |
Inscription: "SP4 US ARMY VIETNAM" - Research Note: Son of Kenneth Weidner and Dorothy Keller. Possible Marriage Record: Kent L. Weidner, age 36, married Miss Betker, age 29, on Feb. 9, 1973 in Milwaukee Co., WI. | Census WI Marriage Records Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| WESBROOK, Clifford Joe | Mar. 4, 1924 Hoosier, KS |
Nov. 2, 2000 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "EM3 US NAVY WORLD WAR II" - Research Note: He was the son of Alice (Harness) and Sterling "Joe" Wesbrook. He was educated in Cedar Vale (KS) and helped harvest wheat and worked in a flour mill. During World War II he served in the U.S. Navy. On April 7, 1946, he married Dolores V. Gagnier in Yakima, Wash. For 13 years he resided in the Yakima Valley. He later lived in Kansas and Oklahoma. For several years he was an electrician for Cessna Aircraft in Wichita. In 1993 he moved to Shell Knob. | Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| WESBROOK, Dolores Virginia (GAGNIER) | Dec. 10, 1926 Parker, WA |
June 18, 2021 Webco Manor, Marshfield, MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Alfred E. and Orpha E. (Emmerson) Gagnier. On April 17, 1946 in Yakima, Washington, she was united in marriage to Clifford Joe Wesbrook, who preceded her in death on November 2, 2000. Also preceding her in death were her parents; her Step Dad Stephen Crabb Sr.; one brother Alfred; one son, Scott; twin daughters, Mary and Margaret. Dolores grew up in Washington and graduated from high school in Wapato. She and her husband lived in Washington, Kansas and Oklahoma. In 1995 she and her husband moved to Shell Knob, Missouri to continue their retirement. A few years ago she and Margaret moved to Marshfield, Missouri to be near her family. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| WESBROOK, Margaret Alice | Mar. 8, 1961 Arkansas City, Cowley Co., KS |
Oct. 19, 2015 Marshfield, Wright Co., MO |
Research Note: Daughter of Clifford Joe Wesbrook and Dolores V. Gagnier. Preceding her in death were her father; her twin sister, Mary Elizabeth and one brother Scott Wesbrook. Margaret was a graduate of The Opportunity Center in Ponca City, Oklahoma at the age of eighteen. She attended the workshop and worked on the assembly line placing decals on Huffy Bicycles. Because of her work ethic, she received awards for her accomplishments. | Father's Obit Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| WILLIAMS, Elsie Eddna (RICE) (GRENIER) | July 1, 1924 Jobabo, Cuba |
Apr. 21, 2020 Kilgore, TX |
Inscription: "Together Forever - Married Dec 27, 1972" - Research Note: Elsie E. Rice, age 48, married James M. Williams, age 51, on Dec. 27, 1972 in Santa Clara Co., CA. - She was the daughter of Edward Everett Rice and Illuminda Juanita Arevelo. She lived in Alaska for 20 years prior to moving to Shell Knob, Missouri and eventually moving to Kilgore in 2008. Mrs. Williams especially enjoyed hunting and fishing in Alaska where she had the opportunity to take a Caribou, Moose, and a bear. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Marvin Williams; son, Dennis "Bud" Grenier and sisters, Lucille Outler, Ester "Billie" Miller, and Carmen Crowley. | CA Marriage Index Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| WILLIAMS, James "Jim" Marvin | Nov. 23, 1921 Reeds, Jasper Co., MO |
Oct. 10, 2005 St. John's Hospital, Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Inscription: "MSGT US AIR FORCE WORLD WAR II" - Research Note: He was a Shell Knob, MO resident and a son of Clarence and Effie (Sanders) Williams. On Dec. 27, 1972, in San Jose, Calif., he was united in marriage to Elsie Rice. He graduated from Carthage High School in 1937 and also attended two years of college. He was a Master Sergeant with the United States Air Force and received numerous medals during his military career. In 1974 he retired from the Air Force and in 1976 moved from Anchorage, Alaska to Shell Knob to make his home. - James Marvin Williams, age 23, first married Hazel Beatrice Daughtrey, age 19, on Dec. 19, 1944 in Jackson Co., MO. | Cassville Democrat MO Marriage Records Phyllis Long Photo Jay Trace |
| WILSON, Diane Elizabeth (MORRIS) (FAZO) | June 19, 1943 Tucson, AZ |
Oct. 24, 2015 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Carl and Louise (Payne) Morris, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death was one son, Jeffrey. Diane graduated from high school in San Jose, California. For several years she was employed for National Semiconductor in San Jose, California, making credit card chips. In 1976, she moved from California to Missouri to make her home. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Shell Knob. - Listed at findagrave.com as buried in Lake Park Memorial cemetery. | Fohn Funeral Home Findagrave.com Phyllis Long |
| WOOLIS, Velma Elizabeth (NEWPORT) | May 2, 1941 Weir, KS |
June 6, 2020 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of John and Rachel (Bunney) Newport. On November 26, 1960 she was united in marriage to John Woolis. Preceding her in death were her parents; one daughter Cynthia Caudell; two brothers, John Newport and Jimmie Newport and one sister, Roberta Blosser. Velma grew up and received education in Weir, Kansas where she graduated from high school. For a few years she worked as a cook for a nursing home in Pittsburg, Kansas and then in the café at J C Penney in Wichita, Kansas. Later she was a cook at Lehir Restaurant in Andover, Kansas and then in Augusta, Kansas. In 1992 she and John retired to Shell Knob where she worked for six years as a cook for the school. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| XIONG, Yeng | Aug. 16, 1963 Xiangkhouang, Laos |
Apr. 1, 2022 SSM Health, St. Louis University Hosp., St. Louis, MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Youama Xiong and Youa Moua. On September 4, 1986 in Boulder, Colorado he was united in marriage to Chao Khang. Preceding him in death were his parents and four brothers, Koujay, Chongpao, Blong and Houa. Yeng owned and operated chicken houses for several years. He loved fishing and boating and was a member of Hmong Alliance Church in Neosho. Services will be held from 8:00 A.M. Sunday, May 1, 2022 until 11:00 A.M. Monday, May 2, 2022 at McQueen Funeral Home in Wheaton, Missouri. | McQueen Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| YANG, Cheng (XIONG) (CHANG) | Dec. 31, 1966 Town of Phub Xaun Yab, City of Roob Kub Twm, Laos. |
Jan. 26, 2021 Temecula Valley Hosp., Temecula, CA. |
Research Note: Daughter of Moua Chang and Pa Lou Xiong. Cheng married her husband, Ka Chang in Laos in 1985 then moved to Thailand and later immigrated to Fresno, CA. She is survived by 7 children. She was preceded in death by her husband Ka Chang, her mother Moua Chang and a brother Kor Xiong. Cheng was the oldest of 7 children. She never had a formal education but attended English classes in the refugee camps in Thailand. When she arrived in the United States, she also took some adult learning classes. Even with the limited English she knew, she was still able to work many different jobs to provide for her children when they were young. She was brave, strong, and capable. She loved to sew, garden, travel, and being together and having conversations with family and friends. She was very giving and forgiving. She was an active and supporting member of the St. Peter Claver Parish in Sheboygan, WI since 1994. Her husband Ka Chang passed away in 1994 when they first moved to Sheboygan. The children were all still young at that time, but she took care of them all by herself. She was both mother and father to them. She gave them what little she could. A few years later Cheng met her new partner Xai Vaj Yang and they had a child together. | McQueen Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| YANG, Nhia Houa | Dec. 2, 1918 Huam Kha Laos |
Dec. 14, 2017 Bentonview Park Care Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Xai Pao Yang and True Xiong. He married Ker Chang, who preceded him in death and later married Kia Xiong, who also preceded him in death. Surviving are five sons, one daughter, twenty-nine grandchildren; twenty-seven great grandchildren and thirty-five great-great grandchildren. During the Vietnam War Nhia served in the Secret Service. In 1989 he moved from Laos to the United States to make his home and then moved to Washburn fifteen years ago. He was a self-employed farmer. | McQueen Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| ZOGLEMAN, Amy Lynn | Jan. 15, 1986 Berryville, AR |
June 16, 2015 Rural Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Gene and Paula (Miller) Zogleman. Preceding her in death were her paternal grandparents, Ray and Jo Zogleman. Amy lived her entire life in Shell Knob, where she attended school and then graduated from Cassville High School. She was currently employed as a waitress for Pizza Hut. - Photo of stone at findagrave.com. SSW: her father Gene and mother Paula. Car accident was the cause of death. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| ZOGLEMAN, Gene | Nov. 13, 1953 | No Date | Research Note: Photo of stone at findagrave.com. SSW: his wife Paula and daughter Amy. | Findagrave.com Phyllis Long |
| ZOGLEMAN, Paula | July 13, 1957 | No Date | Research Note: Photo of stone at findagrave.com. SSW: her husband and daughter Amy. | Findagrave.com Phyllis Long |
