Maplewood
AKA: Exeter and Maple Grove
Surnames P

SSW = Shares Stone With

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PACKWOOD, Alva Bramlet (LAUDERDALE) (VINCENT) Sept. 26, 1885
MO
Mar. 26, 1964
At Home,
Rural Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Arthur - Research Note: She was the daughter of Samuel Lauderdale and Isabell Antle. Alva B. Lauderdale married Arthur T. Packwood on Oct. 19, 1902 in Barry Co., MO. She second married C. H. Vincent and her death certificate is listed under Vincent. Eva Birkes of rural Exeter, MO was the informant. Note
Donna Cooper
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PACKWOOD, Amanda C. (WHITE) Dec. 26, 1869
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Apr. 21, 1954
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Jessie - Research Note: Her daughter and son's death certificates give her maiden name. Her death certificate lists her father as Ivy White and her mother as Julia Ann Knowles. Her husband was given as Jessie W. Packwood. High blood pressure and cerebral hemorrhage was the cause of death. Clara Sallee, Exeter, MO, was the informant. - Cassville Republican, Thursday, Nov. 7, 1918 - Mrs. Manda Packwood was called to Joplin to attend her daughter Mabel, who was sick but returned and reported her better. Death Certificate
Donna Cooper
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PACKWOOD, Arthur Thomas Sept. 13, 1879
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Nov. 26, 1940
Rural Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Alva B. - Research Note: He was a farmer and the son of Napoleon B. Packwood born Barry Co., MO and Sarah A. Weatherly born Bradley Co., TN. Mrs. Orville Roller of Seligman, MO was the informant on the death certificate. - October 13, 1917, Saturday, Cassville Democrat - Ridgley: Arthur Packwood has been confined to his bed for several days with asthma. Death Certificate
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PACKWOOD, Burley Mar. 23, 1890
Shoal Creek,
Barry Co., MO
Jan. 2, 1939
Billings,
Yellowstone Co., MT
Inscription: "Billings, Montana" - Research Note: Wheaton Journal, Jan. 12, 1939 - Burley Packwood, son of Napoleon B. and Sarah A. (Weatherly) Packwood, born at home on Shoal Creek on March 23, 1890, and departed this life at Billings, Montana, on Jan 2, 1939, at the age of 48 years, 9 months and 10 days. His early boyhood days were spent at home, but at about the age of 15 years he went to the West and spent most of his remaining life there. He came to Missouri occasionally to visit his parents and other relatives. His last visit was in the spring of 1937. He had been in failing health lately, but was planning to visit his mother again next spring. He was married to Evelyn Palmer at Billings, Mon., and to this union five sons were born. He was preceded in death by one son, two brothers and his father. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife and four sons who are Burley, Jr., in college at Doberman, Montana and Palmer, Delbert and Otis of Billings, also his aged mother Sarah A. Packwood of Exeter, Mo., and four brothers, Horace, Arthur and Roy of Exeter, Rolla of Kansas City and two sisters, Mrs. Oma Roller of Seligman, Mo., and Mrs. Mamie Barnett of Exeter, and many other relatives and friends. The remains were brought to Exeter where funeral services were held at the Baptist Church on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 7, 1939, by Rev. Chas. McNabb and Rev. Chas. Vanzandt, with burial in Maplewood Cemetery at Exeter under the direction of the Koon Funeral Home. The following nephews of the deceased were acting pall bearers: E. E. Lauderdale, V. N. Barnett, W. A. Packwood, Sterling Barnett, Carl Roller and Eston Packwood. - July 3, 1913, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Hazel Dell News: Burley Packwood left last week for North Dakota. - Cassville Democrat, April 24, 1920 - Barley Packwood of Billings, Montana, is visiting his many relatives in the vicinity of Exeter. The Democrat acknowledges a pleasant call. Obit
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PACKWOOD, Chester N. May 28, 1904
Barry Co., MO
July 7, 1953
Los Angeles,
Los Angeles Co., CA
Inscription: "OKLAHOMA - SH USNR - WORLD WAR II" - Research Note: Cassville, MO, July 9. - The body of Chester N. Packwood, 49 years old, of Los Angeles, who was killed Tuesday night in a five-car collision on a Los Angeles traffic way, will be returned to Exeter for graveside services and burial at 11 o'clock Saturday morning in Exeter Cemetery. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Packwood of Exeter; two sons, Frank L. Packwood, in the army, and James Packwood, Long Beach, CA; five sisters, Mrs. Clara Sallee of Exeter, Mrs. Monta McKee of Raton, NM, Mrs. Mae Mathis of Plainview, TX, Mrs. A.T Stein of San Francisco and Mrs. Fannie Davis of Okmulgee, OK, and three brothers, Walter Packwood of Kansas City, Ivy Packwood of Long Beach and Ed Packwood of Phoenix, AZ. Donna Cooper's Research Note: Culver Funeral Home gave the information about his birth, death and parents, that is listed here. V. 5, P. 115, by Ted Roller. Also that record reads that he was divorced and that he had lived in the community for 16 years - meaning the Los Angeles, California area and that he was killed on the Hollywood Freeway. He was the son of Jesse W. Packwood and Amanda C. White. Obit
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PACKWOOD, Clovis George Nov. 16, 1911
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Aug. 22, 1960
Jane-Chinn Hosp,
Webb City,
Jasper Co., MO
SSW: Lucy Packwood - Research Note: Married Helen Lucy Smith (She went by Lucy) April 19, 1930. He was the son of Elbert Packwood and Edith Ellis. Exeter, MO was his usual residence. Lucy, his wife, was the informant on the death certificate. - Clovis Packwood, 48 lifelong resident of the Exeter community, died while undergoing surgery in the Jane Chinn Hosp., Webb City. Surviving are his widow, Lucy; two daughters; two sons; a sister; one brother; and four grandchildren. Headstone
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PACKWOOD, Darrell Jan. 6, 1927
Barry Co., MO
Sept. 23, 1941
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: He was the son of Wayne Packwood and Ina England both born MO. His father was the informant on the death certificate. Death Certificate
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PACKWOOD, Edgar B. Oct. 15, 1883 Aug. 5, 1901 Inscription: "Son of N. B. and S. A. Aged 17 Yr, 9 Mo, 20 da" - Research Note: He was the son of Napoleon B. Packwood and Sarah A. Weatherly. Note
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PACKWOOD, Edith Eva (ELLIS) Nov. 9, 1893 Mar. 11, 1978 SSW: Elbert B. - Inscription: "Married Feb. 26, 1909" - Research Note: Edith Ellis, age 16, married Elbert Packwood, age 24, on Feb. 26, 1909 in Barry Co., MO. She was the daughter of Ella Phipps and maybe John Ellis. - 1900 Census, Capps Creek, Barry, Missouri, Edith is with her mother and stepfather, Isaac and Ella Murray. MO Marriage Records
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PACKWOOD, Elbert Benjamin Mar. 29, 1882
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Sept. 25, 1957
At Home,
Ridgley,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Edith Eva - Inscription: "Married Feb. 26, 1909" - Research Note: He was a farmer and Minister. Son of George W. Packwood and Wadie Jane McCary. His wife, Edith, was the informant on the death certificate. Death Certificate
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PACKWOOD, Elizabeth Helen (MAY) Nov. 7, 1925 Dec. 17, 1992 SSW: Gene C. - Research Note: Daughter of Homer H. May and Mary M. Mattingly. Census
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PACKWOOD, Gene C. Nov. 21, 1919 Sept. 14, 1990 SSW: Elizabeth H. - Research Note: Eugene "Gene" was the son of Elbert Benjamin Packwood and Edith Eva Ellis. Census
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PACKWOOD, Homer Sept. 24, 1893
MO
Apr. 23, 1911
Liberty Twp.,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: He was a son of Jesse W. Packwood and Amanda White, both born MO. - April 27, 1911, Cassville Republican - Homer Packwood, the eighteen year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Packwood, west of Exeter, died Saturday of a stomach and bowel trouble. Funeral services were held Sunday and his body laid to rest in the cemetery at Exeter. The family have the sympathy of the entire community in the hours of deep grief, which has come to them. Homer was just reaching the years of young manhood. His death in the brightest days of youth when life is fullest of hope and the desire to live and to do are the strongest, is indeed sad. Death Certificate
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PACKWOOD, Horace Richard June 18, 1878
Barry Co., MO
Apr. 16, 1949
Portland,
Multnomah Co., OR
Research Note: He was the son of Napoleon B. Packwood and Sarah A. Weatherly. H. R. Packwood, age 24, married Edith Barr, age 17, on Oct. 19, 1902 in Barry Co., MO. He second married Opal Lorraine (Stephenson) Lewis in 1929. Census
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PACKWOOD, Ina Murl (ENGLAND) Feb. 21, 1909 May 29, 1995 SSW: Wayne A. - Research Note: She was the daughter of Noah England and Mattie B. Thomas. Census
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PACKWOOD, Ivy Jackson July 8, 1895
Barry Co., MO
Oct. 17, 1953
Santa Clara,
Santa Clara Co., CA
Research Note: He was the son of Jesse W. Packwood and Amanda C. White. According to his brother's obit, July 7, 1953, he was in Long Beach, CA. Named as a son in the 1900 census. MO Marriage Records: Ivy J. Packwood, age 16, married Glenna Barr, age 15, on June 3, 1912 in Barry Co., MO. - Draft record: He was in Kansas City, MO with a wife and child, furniture salesman. - 1920 Census, Liberty, Barry, Missouri, gives Ivy with wife Glenna, and son Jerrold, age 7. - MO Marriage Records: I. J. Packwood married Minnie L. Smith on Feb. 18, 1928 in Monett, Barry Co., MO. By the 1930 census, Minnie L. Packwood is living with her parents Leroy and Elva Smith in Pineville, McDonald Co., MO. - Added by Lisa, granddaughter: Ivy was also married to Stella Mae Cooley and had a daughter Cheri Jane Packwood, my mother. Census
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PACKWOOD, Jessie Warren Aug. 2, 1864
Barry Co., MO
Nov. 24, 1955
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Amanda C. - Research Note: He was the son of John Packwood and Mary Jane Stamps. Amanda White was his wife. Mrs. Clara Sallee of Exeter, MO was the informant on the death certificate. - Notes of Susan Ostrander Mabry - Found this obit with my grandmother's things. It was cut out of the newspaper and no year is visible, nor is the newspaper it was cut from apparent. I am a descendant of Orpha Packwood, who died in Exeter, but I do not know the relation of this Packwood to my GGG Grandmother, Orpha. - EXETER, MO - Nov. 25. - James (should be Jesse) W. Packwood, 91 years old, retired farmer, died at 3:30 o'clock this morning at his home in Exeter. He had been ill several years. Born in Barry County, he had lived in this area most of his life. Surviving are two sons, Walter Packwood of Kansas City and E. J. Packwood of Phoenix, AZ, and five daughters, Mrs. Clara Sallee of Exeter, Mrs. Fannie Davis of Okmulgee, OK, Mrs. May Mathis of Amarillo, TX, Mrs. Monta McKee of Raton, NM, and Mrs. A.T.A. Stein of San Francisco, CA. - August 22, 1908, Saturday, Cassville Democrat - Gordon Stamps of Siloam Springs, and Jos. Stamps of Van Buren, Ark., where here on the 21st, accompanied by their cousins, Pole and Jess Packwood of Liberty township. Before the Civil War they resided just west of Corsicana. They noted a great change in Cassville, and Barry County, for the better. We were glad to meet them, after having been away for 44 years. - Cassville Democrat, June 5, 1920 - Jess Packwood of near Exeter, one of the large apple growers of this county, was in this city Saturday and said his apples were dropping badly and from the present out look, he would not have much of a crop. - Photo of Jessie and Amanda - Another Photo of Photo of Jessie and Amanda Death Certificate
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PACKWOOD, Kenneth Jan. 18, 1930
Ridgley,
Barry Co., MO
Feb. 22, 2020
At Home, Verona,
Lawrence Co., MO
Research Note: He was the son of Wayne and Ina (England) Packwood, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death were one son, Joe Packwood and one brother, Darrell Packwood. Kenneth grew up and received his education in Ridgley, Missouri. He married Lenore Privett and later married Eleanor Burbridge. As a young man he raised and traded horses and cattle. He also combined during wheat harvest. Later he ran the Ridgley Grocery Store and after that owned and operated a gas station in Verona. Before retiring he owned an auction business and then turned that building into a furniture store. McQueen Funeral Home
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PACKWOOD, Lavone Jan. 7, 1910
MO
May 13, 1911
Liberty Twp.,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was a daughter of Jesse W. Packwood and Amanda White, both born MO. Death Certificate
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PACKWOOD, Lena M. Apr. 24, 1904
MO
Feb. 27, 1912
Liberty Twp.,
Barry Co., MO
Inscription: "Dau. of A. T. and A. B." - Research Note: She was a daughter of Arthur T. Packwood and Alva Lauderdale, both born MO. Boyd Northcutt of Ridgley, MO was the informant. Death Certificate
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PACKWOOD, Leroy Aug. 22, 1885
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Jan. 28, 1963
Methodist Hosp.,
St. Joseph,
Buchanan Co., MO
SSW: Virgie S. - Research Note: Funeral home records indicate that his father was Napoleon B. Packwood and his mother was Sarah Weatherly. He was a farmer and school teacher. "Virtie" Virgie S. Smithson was his wife and she was the informant on the death certificate. Note
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PACKWOOD, Lucille "Lucy" (SMITH) Feb. 8, 1912
Eagle Rock,
Barry Co., MO
Aug. 15, 1999
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Clovis - Research Note: Helen Lucille was a daughter of Lewis A. and Julia Frances (Larecy) Smith. She married Clovis George Packwood in 1930, and he preceded her in death August 22, 1960. - Monett Times, August 17, 1999 - Helen Lucy Packwood, 87, of Wheaton, died August 15 at the home of her daughter in Exeter. Mrs. Packwood was born February 8, 1912, in Eagle Rock, the daughter of Lewis and Julie (Larecy) Smith. She was educated in Barry County, was a homemaker, and a lifelong Barry County resident. She married Clovis George Packwood in 1930, and he preceded her in death August 22, 1960. Survivors include two sons, Verdain Packwood of Wheaton and Harold Packwood of Exeter; two daughters, Imogene Caywood of Exeter and Betty Kaiser of Centerton, Arkansas; one sister, Juanita Bratton of Ridgley; 10 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Services will be 2 p.m. tomorrow, August 18, at Fohn Chapel in Cassville. Burial will be in Maplewood Cemetery in Exeter under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home of Cassville. Headstone
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PACKWOOD, Nancy J. (CRIDER) (CARDER) 1893 1975 Inscription: "Mother" - Nancy Carder, age 58, married John Emmett Packwood, age 71, both of Exeter, MO, on Nov. 8, 1951 in Benton Co., AR. His first wife was Maude Brattin. Nancy's first husband was George C. Carder. Their son, George Loren Carder is buried at Maplewood Cemetery. Daughter of James Polk Crider and Nancy Adeline "Addie" Ahart. AR Marriage Records
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PACKWOOD, Napoleon Bonapart June 20, 1856
Barry Co., MO
Aug. 8, 1920
Washburn,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Saraha - Research Note: Photo of tombstone at findagrave.com. He was divorced and a farmer. Son of John Packwood born VA and Jane Stamps born TN. Jesse W. Packwood of Exeter, MO was the informant on the death certificate. DC gives Exeter as the place of burial. - October 16, 1913, Cassville Republican - Exeter News: It is reported that Mr. and Mrs. Pole Packwood, living west of Exeter, have the smallpox. - July 14, 1917, Cassville Democrat - Wants Divorce - Suit for divorce has been instituted in the circuit court by Sarah Packwood. General indignities are alleged in the petition. The Packwoods reside on Shoal Creek in Liberty Township and are among the county's best citizens. Mrs. Packwood was a Weatherly before marriage. The petition alleges that Mr. Packwood owns property worth $20,000. Mrs. Packwood asks that she be given half of it. Jake Davis is attorney for plaintiff. - November 17, 1917, Cassville Democrat - Sarah A. Packwood vs. N.B. Packwood, divorce; trial by court, judgment and decree of divorce for defendant, plaintiff to pay costs. - November 24, 1917, Cassville Democrat - Mrs. Sarah Packwood has purchased the Thos. Hadley place from R. E. Elliott 1 mile west of Exeter, and will move to it. - Cassville Democrat, August 21, 1920 - Napoleon B. Packwood was born Liberty Township, on June 20, 1856, and died on Aug. 8, 1920, aged 64 years, 1 month and 19 days. He had been in failing health for two years, caused by a kidney trouble and other complications and declined rapidly during the last 6 months of his illness. On Aug. 5, 1877 he and Miss Sarah A. Weatherly were married and to this union were born 9 children, 7 of whom survive the father, Edgar having died in 1901 and Otis in June of this year. Those living are Horace, Arthur, Roy, Rolla and Mrs. Arthur Barnett of Exeter, Mrs. Orville Roller of Washburn and Burley of Billings, Montana. He left 3 brothers and 4 sisters, who are: George, Jesse and Mrs. Frank Overton, Mrs. George Weatherly and Mrs. Thos. McClure of near Exeter and Samuel of Washington and another sister in the West. He professed faith in Christ about 1901. Rev. C. M. Smith of Exeter, conducted funeral services at the Baptist Church in Exeter, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Maple Wood Cemetery. He was born on the farm where he died and had lived there nearly all his life. All of his children were at his bedside when he died except Burley and he had made two trips to MO this spring to be with his father. - October 16, 1913, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Exeter News: It is reported that Mr. and Mrs. Pole Packwood, living west of Exeter, have the smallpox. - Exeter News: Otis Packwood has the smallpox at the home of his father, Pole Packwood, west of Exeter. This is the third case of smallpox in the Packwood home. - Exeter News: Mrs. Horace Antle went to Ridgley Monday morning to teach the school at that place until Miss Oma Packwood is released from the smallpox quarantine. - Cassville Republican, Thursday, Dec. 11, 1919 - George Powell and family have moved in with N. B. Packwood to keep house for him. - Cassville Democrat, August 21, 1920 - The heirs of the late N. B. Packwood, will have a sale of the personal property of the estate, at the Packwood home on Saturday, Aug. 28, at 10 a.m. 3 ½ miles Northwest of Exeter and 1 ½ miles southeast of Ridgley, 4 head of horses, 35 head of sheep, some feed, a lot of useful farm machinery, harness and household goods and many things to tedious to mention. See ad in today's paper. Death Certificate
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PACKWOOD, Otis June 2, 1893
Barry Co., MO
June 17, 1920
Rochester,
Olmsted Co., MN
Research Note: The photo submitted by Betty is of the grave of Otis Packwood who died June 17, 1920. She says that on the back of the original photo my father has written in his hand, "Mr. Otis Packwood's Grave, My school teacher buried 1920." - The Wheaton Journal of June 18, 1920 - has this death notice - It reads: Dies at Minnesota Hospital - Relatives of Otis Packwood received a telegram this morning stating that he had died late Thursday evening at a hospital in Rochester, Minnesota where he had gone a short time ago for an operation. The deceased was somewhere near 28 years of age and for years has been one of the successful school teachers of Barry County. He taught during this past term at the Oklahoma school a few miles southeast of here. The body will be shipped back for burial. - Cassville Democrat, June 26, 1920 - OTIS PACKWOOD PASSES - Otis Packwood was born June 2, 1893, in Liberty township, on headwaters of Shoal Creek, and was a son of Mr. Napoleon B. and Mrs. Sarah A. Packwood, old and highly respected citizens of this county. He grew to manhood on the farm, attending the country schools and began teaching at the age of 19 years, and was very successful, as all his patrons and scholars speak in living terms of his splendid efforts in advancing their children for the battles of life. He attended the State Normal School at Springfield. On the call of his country for soldiers he went to the army and was at Camp Dodge, Iowa, for five months, but his physical condition proved his inability to become a soldier and he remained in camp five months and was sent home on account of disabilities, with a regular discharge. He returned home and taught the Vanzandt school and had contracted to teach the Independence school the coming year. He took civil service examination for a rural route carrier and when a vacancy occurred on Route 1, Cassville, he was awarded the position, but declined it on account of his physical condition. He continued to grow worse, until about June 1 he went to Mayo Bros., Hospital at Rochester, Minn., where he was operated on June 8, for an intestinal trouble, without using chloroform or either. He revived from the operation and seemingly was improving and lived until June 17, when he answered the summons of the death angel and went up higher to a better world, aged 27 years and 16 days. On May 10, 1919, he and Miss Ada Jaques, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. S. Jacques, highly respected citizens of this county, who reside at the McMurtry Spring farm, 3 miles southwest of this city on the State Highway toward Washburn, were married. Mrs. Packwood and her father were with Otis when he passed away. The remains were prepared for shipment and were shipped to Exeter, where they arrived on evening of June 19, and were taken to his home 1 mile west of Exeter, where they remained until Monday, June 21, on account of Otis' brother Burley who was coming from Billings, Montana, and he arrived Sunday night. Monday at 2 p. m., the P. E. Horine Undertaking Co., funeral conveyed the remains to the Baptist Church in Exeter where Rev. Wm. Ireland, conducted funeral services, to a very large number of sorrowing relatives and friends. The remains were interred in Maplewood Cemetery near Exeter. He was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church. His father Pole Packwood was unable to attend the funeral of his son on account of serious sickness. He is survived by the following brothers and sisters: Horace R., Arthur T., and LeRoy Packwood of near Exeter, Burley of Billings, Montana, Mrs. Martha Burnett of Exeter and Mrs. Orvil Roller of near Washburn. - He was the son of Napoleon B. and Sarah A. (Weatherly) Packwood - April 23, 1914, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Union Valley News: The Union Valley school closed Saturday, April 18. Otis Packwood has taught us two of the best schools we have ever had taught. The morning session was spent in class work and to show their appreciation of his work the patrons gathered at noon hour and spend a bountiful dinner. The afternoon consisted of a program given by the school. There was two 8th grade graduates. They were Hllary Lantz and Mabel Cole and are the first 8th grade graduates from this school. There were fifteen pupils that attended school every day. We can recommend Mr. Packwood to any district as being a good teacher. He was loved by all of his pupils and we wish him success where ever he may go. - July 28, 1917, Cassville Democrat - Washburn and Greasy Creek Mixups: Otis Packwood late of Colorado, is visiting friends here. He is a son of Pole Packwood of Shoal Creek and will teach the Oklahoma school this season. - Cassville Democrat, June 5, 1920 - Otis Packwood and Mrs. Horace Packwood and daughter Miss Dean of near Exeter, went to Mayo Institute at Rochester, Minn., last week. Mrs. Packwood took her daughter there for treatment, but they informed Mrs. Packwood that her daughter would recover alright. Otis remained for further exemption and treatment. We hope that he may be restored to good health. - Cassville Democrat, June 19, 1920 - Mrs. Otis Packwood received a message Saturday from the Mayo Bros. Hospital at Rochester, Minn., stating that her husband's condition was serious and for her to come at once. She left for Rochester on thru Saturday evening train. - Cassville Democrat, June 19, 1920 - GO TO ROCHESTER, MINN - D. S. Jacques accompanied his daughter, Mrs. Otis Packwood to Rochester, Minn., they were leaving Saturday night. They received a message that day, telling them to come as Otis was as bad as he could be. - Another Photo Note
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PACKWOOD, Ralph "Verdain" May 25, 1933
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Oct. 30, 2017
Mercy Hosp.,
Joplin,
Jasper Co., MO
Research Note: He was the son of Clovis George and Helen Lucy (Smith) Packwood, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death was one sister. Verdain received his education at Hazel Dell School at Exeter. For four years he served in the United States Navy. He was self-employed, working in the walnut business. McQueen Funeral Home
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PACKWOOD, Rolla Dec. 13, 1887
MO
Oct. 11, 1967
St. Vincent's Hosp.,
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Lived in Wheaton, MO. Rolla Packwood, age 22, married Esther Ora Davidson, age 17, on Dec. 26, 1909 in Barry Co., MO. He was the son of Napoleon B. Packwood and Sarah A. Weatherly. Mrs. Ona Roller of Seligman was the informant on the death certificate. - October 2, 1913, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Exeter News: Word was received here Friday that Mrs. Rolla Packwood has the smallpox at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sheridan Davidson, of Rocky Comfort. - July 3, 1913, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Hazel Dell News: Rolly and Roy Packwood will go to New Mexico soon. They have three-fourth section of land there. - Cassville Democrat, Oct. 2, 1920 - Rolla Packwood lives 3 miles northwest of Exeter will have a sale, Saturday, Oct. 9, a number of horses and mules, mares, cattle, feed, farm machinery of every description, harness, telephone and household goods. MO Marriage Records
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PACKWOOD, Sarah Angelina (WEATHERLY) Apr. 13, 1854
Bradley Co., TN
Aug. 13, 1940
J. O. Roller Residence,
Rural Seligman,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: N. B. - Research Note: Photo of tombstone at findagrave.com. She was a daughter of Washington Yancy Weatherly and Emily Jane Brannock. Napoleon B. Packwood married Sarah Angeline Weatherly on Aug. 5, 1877 in Barry Co., MO. - October 16, 1913, Cassville Republican - Exeter News: It is reported that Mr. and Mrs. Pole Packwood, living west of Exeter, have the smallpox. - July 14, 1917, Cassville Democrat - Wants Divorce - Suit for divorce has been instituted in the circuit court by Sarah Packwood. General indignities are alleged in the petition. The Packwoods reside on Shoal Creek in Liberty Township and are among the county's best citizens. Mrs. Packwood was a Weatherly before marriage. The petition alleges that Mr. Packwood owns property worth $20,000. Mrs. Packwood asks that she be given half of it. Jake Davis is attorney for plaintiff. - November 17, 1917, Cassville Democrat - Sarah A. Packwood vs. N.B. Packwood, divorce; trial by court, judgment and decree of divorce for defendant, plaintiff to pay costs. - November 24, 1917, Cassville Democrat - Mrs. Sarah Packwood has purchased the Thos. Hadley place from R. E. Elliott 1 mile west of Exeter, and will move to it. findagrave.com
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PACKWOOD, Virgie S. (SMITHSON) Apr. 25, 1888
AR
Jan. 18, 1969
Methodist Hosp.,
St. Joseph,
Buchanan Co., MO
SSW: Leroy - Research Note: St. Joe, MO resident. Vergie Smithson married Leroy Packwood on Aug. 1, 1908 in Exeter, Barry Co., MO. Ada Virginia "Virgie" Smithson was the daughter of John Lee Smithson and Arminda "Minnie" Black. Eugene Pakcwood of St. Joe, MO was the informant on the death certificate. MO Marriage Records
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PACKWOOD, Wayne Alphe Oct. 31, 1908 June 6, 1975
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Ina Murl - Research Note: He was the son of Arthur T. Packwood and Alva B. Lauderdale. Headstone
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PAILETT, Francis A. "Fred" Mar. 1, 1906
Montague City, MA
Jan. 12, 1980
MO
SSW: Louise - Inscription: "Married Oct. 2, 1926" - Research Note: Son of Archille Paillet and Esther Neveu. SSN issued in New Jersey. Last residence was in Exeter, Barry Co., MO. Last benefit was Cassville, Barry Co., MO. SSDI
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PAILETT, Marie Louise Olivine (BEAUCHESNE) June 10, 1903
Quebec, Canada
May 10, 1979
MO
SSW: Fred - Inscription: "Married Oct. 2, 1926" - Research Note: Daughter of Joseph Ludger Beauchesne and Virgina Denault. Quebec Vital Records
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PAINTER, Bessie Florence (ANDREWS) Apr. 3, 1900
Mano,
Barry Co., MO
Nov. 22, 1965
Handley City Hosp.,
Springfield,
Greene Co., MO
SSW: William D. - Research Note: Daughter of William Andrews and Martha Jane (Allison) Andrews. She was the mother of 12 children. Lived at 753 S. Newton, Springfield, MO when she died. Geneva Crim of Springfield, MO was the informant on the death certificate. Note
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PAINTER, Bruce Lowell Feb. 24, 1944
Rural Washburn,
Barry Co., MO
July 18, 1944
Stella Hosp.,
Stella,
Newton Co., MO
Research Note: Son of John Lowell Painter born Tulsa, OK and Esther Geneva (German) Painter born Barry Co., MO. - Photo of Bruce and sister Note
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PAINTER, Carl Morris May 25, 1913
Barry Co., MO
Aug. 10, 1948
Cassville Hospital,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: He was the son of John Jackson Painter and Carrie (Noe) Painter. Married Leona Esther Laney, a daughter of Robert Calvin "Bob" Laney and Laura (Danley) Laney. John Painter was the informant on the death certificate. - Photo of Carl and Esther Note
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PAINTER, Carrie Ellen (NOE) Nov. 15, 1890
Liberty Twp.,
Barry Co., MO
Sept. 5, 1969
Barry Co. Hosp.,
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: John J. - Research Note: Married John Jackson Painter in 1909, in Barry Co., Missouri. She was the daughter of Charles G. Noe and Mary Jane Edens. Miss Mary Painter of rural Washburn, MO was the informant on the death certificate. - Photo of Carrie - This photo was taken when she was 18 years of age in 1908 before she was married in 1909. Granddaughter,
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PAINTER, Darlene Minnie (HENSLEY) (SPARKS) (COOK) Apr. 21, 1933
Kansas City,
Jackson Co., MO
May 10, 1997
Nursing Home,
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Shamel and Nancy L. - Inscription: "Wed June 9, 1969" - Research Note: Beverly's Note: Daughter of Okla Hensley. Darlene M. Hensley married Kenneth G. Sparks on Feb. 19, 1951 in Webster Co., MO. She was married 2nd to Shamel Leonard Painter, June 29, 1969, Springfield, Green Co., MO. She was buried May 14, 1997. - Donna's Note: First listing posted has June 29 and not June 9 as the stone reads for the marriage date of Darlene and Shamel. - Phyllis' Note: I have found three spellings for Hensley, Beverly has Henseley and Hensley, obit has Henslee. Obit at findagrave.com: She was the daughter of Okla Olen "Buddy" and Stella Mae (Compton) Henslee. On June 9, 1969 in Springfield, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Shamel L. Painter. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother Olen Henslee and a sister Louise Allen. Mrs. Painter received her education at Strafford, Missouri. She had been a self-employed business woman several years. After her marriage, she and her husband lived in Springfield for a while before moving to California, remaining there five years. On October 10, 1975 they moved to Cassville to make their home. - Darlene M. Hensley first married Kenneth G. Sparks on Feb. 19, 1951 in Webster Co., MO. Second married Mr. Cook. Third married Shamel Leonard Painter. SS Claims Index: May 1955: Name listed as DARLENE M SPARKS; June 1962: Name listed as DARLENE M COOK; June 1969: Name listed as DARLENE M PAINTER. Note
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PAINTER, Dovey Layancha (HILBURN) Mar. 10, 1901
MO
Oct. 1929
Rural Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: First listing by Beverly had Dovey spelled Dovie. She married James Tilden Painter, born Feb. 2, 1897 - died Feb. 18, 1965, Kern Co., CA. He was a son of John Douglas Painter and Elizabeth Mahala Davenport. Mother of Hollis, Neoma and Cora. She was the daughter of Will Hilburn and Rachel Emory. Her husband James was the informant on the death certificate. Note
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PAINTER, Esther Geneva (GERMAN) Nov. 2, 1908
Barry Co., MO
Dec. 15, 1994
Washburn,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: J. Lowell - Research Note: Mother of Doris Virginia, Virgie Louise, Dorance Ivanhoe, Beverly Ann, Bruce Lowell. Sue Evelyn. All children survived, except Bruce Lowell Painter. Daughter of Gentry Harrison German and Cora Stella Wilkerson. Note
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PAINTER, Henry Lewis Dec. 17, 1921 1923
Barry Co., MO
Inscription: "Age 17 Mos" - Research Note: Son of William D. Painter and Bessie Florence (Andrews) Painter. This is known family history. Note
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PAINTER, John Jackson May 9, 1888
Barry Co., MO
June 4, 1951
At Home
Rural, Washburn,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Carrie Ellen - Research Note: Son of John Douglas Painter and Elizabeth Mahala (Davenport) Painter. Father of John, Carl, Raymond, Lily and Mary Ellen. His wife was the informant on the death certificate. Granddaughter,
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PAINTER, John Lowell "Buster" Aug. 11, 1911
Tulsa,
Tulsa Co., OK
Dec. 26, 2000
Cox Hosp.,
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: E. Geneva - Research Note: He was buried December 29, 2000. Father of 6 children. Bruce Lowell Painter deceased in 1944. Doris Reed, Virgie Dunlap, Dorance Painter, Beverly Matthews, Sue Painter survives. He was the son of John J. Painter and Carrie Ellen Noe. He married Esther Geneva German on November 15, 1929, and she preceded him in death December 15, 1994. He was preceded in death by one son, Bruce Painter; two brothers, Carl Painter and Raymond Painter; one sister, Maude Smith; one grandchild and three great grandchildren. - Photo of John and family - Painter Children Obit
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PAINTER, Mary Ellen May 16, 1921
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Aug. 17, 2002
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Mary never married. She lived on the farm where she was born all her life until 1995. Then she lived in Cassville, MO on Ivey Street. She was the last surviving child of John Jackson Painter and Carrie Ellen (Noe) Painter. Mary was 81 years, 3 months, 1 day of age at her death. She was laid to rest next to her mother and father in Lot 25, Block 27, Second North Addition. Obit
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PAINTER, Nancy Louise (REED)(MUNDAY) Feb. 26, 1951
Washburn,
Barry Co., MO
Mar. 12, 2022
Cox South Hosp.,
Springfield,
Greene Co., MO
SSW: Shamel and Darlene M. - Research Note: She was the daughter of Hubert Neal Reed and Doris Virginia Painter. On June 21, 1997 in Cassville, Missouri she was united in marriage to Shamel Painter, who preceded her in death on February 22, 2002. Also preceding her in death were her parents; one daughter, Angela Renee Munday; one son, Billy Jack Munday and one sister, Mary Hall. - Nancy grew up and attended school in Washburn, Missouri graduating from Washburn High School in 1969. She was employed by Justin Boot as a seamstress for several years. She was the second wife of Shamel Leonard Painter, married on June 20, 1997. Fohn Funeral Home
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PAINTER, Neoma Gene Feb. 10, 1925
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Feb. 5, 1930
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was a daughter of James Tilden Painter born Exeter, Barry Co., MO and Dovie (Hilburn) Painter born Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO. She died of the measles. Note
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PAINTER, Norman Earl "Doug" Apr. 23, 1927
MO
Feb. 28, 1951
Korea War
Inscription: "MISSOURI SGT 17 INF DIV WORLD WAR II KOREA" - Research Note: He was a son of William D. Painter and Bessie Florence (Andrews) Painter. - Cassville Republican, Sept. 13, 1951 - Funeral Services Will Be Held Tuesday For Korean War Victim - Funeral services for Sgt. Norman Painter, 7th Division, 17th Infantry Co. C. of the United States Army will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock at the Culver Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. William Brannon, Pastor of the Cassville Assembly of God Church will officiate. Burial will be in the Maplewood Cemetery at Exeter. Military services will be conducted by the Jenkins V.F.W. Post. Sgt. Painter's body will arrive at Exeter, September 15th. He was 23 years old at the time he was killed in Korea, February 28th, 1951. Surviving are his parents, Mrs. and Mrs. William Painter of Cassville, four brothers, Floyd Painter, Camp Eustis, Norfolk, Virginia; Bill Painter, who is in Japan, Paul and Shane of the home; four sisters, Mrs. Benton Crim of Springfield; Mrs. Leon Weathers, Wichita, Kan.; Esther and Martha of the home. Note
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PAINTER, Ray Jackson Leroy Oct. 4, 1923
Barry Co., MO
MO
Oct. 4, 1923
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Son of William D. Painter and Bessie Florence (Andrews) Painter. This is a known family history. There is a tombstone. Died at a young age. - Cause of death was acute hydrocephalus. Note
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PAINTER, Shamel Leonard Sept. 12, 1938
Barry Co., MO
Feb. 22, 2002
At Home,
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Nancy L. and Darlene M. - Inscription: "Married June 9, 1969 and Married June 21, 1997" - Research Note: He was the son of William D. and Bessie Andrews Painter. He attended school in Cassville and Exeter. He was a Navy veteran of the Vietnam conflict, and retired after 20 years in 1975. He worked for Bortin Construction, the post office, was a carpenter, and owned and operated Sam's Family Arcade. He married Darlene M. Hensley on June 9, 1969, and she preceded him in death on May 10, 1997. He married Nancy L. Reed on June 21, 1997. He was preceded in death by seven brothers, Floyd Painter, Norman Painter, William Painter, Paul Painter, David Painter, Henry Painter, and Ray Painter; two sisters, Geneva Pryor and Marguary Weathers; and one step-daughter, Angela Munday. - Another Stone Attended Funeral
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PAINTER, William D. Dec. 18, 1892
Barry Co., MO
Sept. 12, 1969
Fayetteville,
Washington Co., AR
SSW: Bessie - Research Note: Son of John Douglas Painter and Elizabeth Mahala (Davenport) Painter. He married Bessie Florence Andrews. - Military Stone - Inscription: "MISSOURI SGT CO 327 INFANTRY WORLD Note
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PAINTER, William Joseph May 2, 1931
MO
Jan. 12, 1978
Lackland AFB,
Bexar Co., TX
Inscription: "TSGT US ARMY KOREA VIETNAM" Research Note: Son of William D. Painter and Bessie Florence (Andrews) Painter. He was a Veteran. TX death certificate says he was married. Note
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PALMER, Betty Alpha (GREGORY) Oct. 27, 1918
AR
Apr. 27, 1990
MO
SSW: Wayne E. - Inscription: "Married May 28, 1942" - Research Note: Daughter of Marshall S. Gregory and Maggie Reed. SS Claims Index
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PALMER, Wayne Everett May 24, 1920
Soper,
Choctaw Co., OK
Dec. 17, 1988
MO
SSW: Betty A. - Inscription: "Married May 28, 1942" - Research Note: Last residence was Exeter, MO. SSN issued in OK. Son of James E. Palmer and Lillie Nail. SSDI
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PARKER, Charles Edward Jan. 18, 1958
Glendale,
Los Angles Co., CA
Oct. 14, 2001
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: He married Sonyia Simpson on April 15, 1989, in La Canada, California. He was the son of Charlie and Arlene Parker. He moved to Cassville last year. He was a roofing contractor. Monett Times
Williamson Funeral Home
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PARKS, Infant May 31, 1970
Greene Co.,
Springfield, MO
May 31, 1970
Greene Co.,
Springfield, MO
Research Note: An infant son of Orrin George Parks, born NE and Mary Bethena (Reed) Parks, born MO. Parks Infant was stillborn at 5 p.m. at St. John's Hospital. Funeral Record
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PARKISON, Jimmie Lee July 11, 1938
MO
Dec. 18, 2009
MO
Research Note: Photo of stone at findagrave.com. SSW: Sharon Kay. Son of Francis Merle Parkison and Marie Butcher. Jimmie also has a military stone. Inscription: "SP5, US ARMY" Census
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PARKISON, Sharon Kay Sept. 17, 1941 No Date Research Note: Photo of stone at findagrave.com. SSW: Jimmie Lee Note
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PASS, Dorothy Sue (MYER) May 23, 1922
Maryville,
Blount Co., TN
Sept. 20, 2006
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: James B. - Inscription: "Married April 1, 1944" - Research Note: She married James Berton Pass on April 1, 1944. She was preceded in death by one son, Melton Brickwell Pass. She was the daughter of John Dillard and Hazel (Combs) Myers. Cassville Democrat
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PASS, James Berton June 19, 1925
Maryville,
Blount Co., TN
Feb. 23, 2009
Monett, Barry Co., MO
SSW: Dorothy S. - Inscription: "Married April 1, 1944" - Research Note: He was a son of the late Ake Rufus and Annie (Hill) Pass. He was united in marriage to Dorothy Sue Myers April 1, 1944 in Maryville, Tenn. She preceded him in death September 20, 2006. James was a retired sheet metal worker. He attended Solid Rock Baptist Church. Survived by one daughter and one son. Preceded in death by parents, one son Melton B. Pass, five sisters: Iva, Dovie, Edna, Lucille, and Ella; and two brothers: Ben and Cecil Pass. Barry Co. Advertiser,
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PATE, Linda Marie Dec. 7, 1949
Liberal,
Seward Co., KS
Apr. 6, 2008
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Photo of stone at findagrave.com. Daughter of Lyle and Fern (Prather) Pate. Survivors include three brothers; one sister; and several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. The body has been cremated under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home of Cassville and no services are planned. Fohn Funeral Home
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PATE, Lyle A. May 6, 1927
Dodge City,
Ford Co., KS
Sept. 1, 2007
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Nora F. - Research Note: He was a son of Warfield Poindexter and Marguerite (Holcomb) Pate. On March 27, 1948, he was united in marriage to Nola Ferne Prather, who preceded him in death on March 10, 1996. He was also preceded in death by his parents; two daughters, Judy and Nancy and brothers and sisters. During World War II he served in the United States Army, serving from July 21, 1945, until Jan. 22, 1947. Cassville Democrat
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PATE, Nola Ferne (PRATHER) May 15 1929
Hugoton,
Stevens Co., KS
Mar. 10, 1996
At Home
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Lyle A. - Research Note: Daughter of Walter S. Prather and Marie V. Hawk. She had been a telephone operator and homemaker. Married Lyle A. Pate on Mar. 27, 1948 in Liberal KS. Obit
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PATTERSON, Mary Frances (HALEY) Oct. 16, 1878
MO
Mar. 22, 1955
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was a daughter of John Haley and Elizabeth Toliver. She burned to death in her home. Curtis Ellis, Cassville, MO, was the informant. - She also shares a stone with George F. Patterson at Monett IOOF Cemetery. It has no death date on it. George Francis Patterson born 1876 and died 1940. She is buried at Maplewood. - Mary Haley, age 37, married George Patterson, age 39, on Dec. 15, 1915 in Barry Co., MO. - Mrs. Mary Patterson, 76 was burned to death and her daughter Mrs. Ellen Ellis was critically burned when their home on the McMurtry Springs Farm, two miles southwest of Cassville, Mo, was destroyed by fire Tuesday forenoon. The fire is thought to have been by an explosion of a coal stove and happened about 11:30. The body of Mrs. Patterson was not recovered until 2:30 after the smouldering ruins had been covered with water. Mrs. Ellen Ellis, 37 had left the house for outside duties when she discovered the fire. She rushed into the house to rescue her children, Dale, age 5 and Wilma, 16 months. She was unable to rescue her Invalid mother because the fire was so intense. Dale was burned about the hands and Wilma about the legs. Mrs. Ellis's burns were of a second and third degree nature on her face and over the body. She died at 1 o'clock this afternoon in the Cassville Community Hospital as a result of the burns. Mrs. Patterson formerly lived in the Jenkins community and the widow of George Patterson. She is survived by her five Grandchildren, Marion, Freda, Wanda, Dale and Wilma Ellis, and a stepson Edward Patterson of Fontana California and a sister Cora Doty. Funeral service were on Sunday, Mar 27, 1955 in The Culver Funeral Chapel. Her remains were buried with her daughter, Ellen Ellis, in a single grave at the Maplewood Cemetery Exeter, Missouri. Death Certificate
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PATTY, Kenneth Wilson Mar. 29, 1948 No Date Research Note: Photo of stone at findagrave.com. SSW: Margaret Ellen Note
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PATTY, Margaret Ellen (CROW) Aug. 12, 1950
Hector,
Pope Co., AR
July 16, 2014
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Photo of stone at findagrave.com. SSW: Kenneth Wilson - Daughter of Arvil M. Crow and Dove Casto. Fohn Funeral Home
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PAUL, Junior Ross Mar. 30, 1931
Washburn,
Barry Co., MO
Feb. 11, 2007
St. John's Hosp.,
Springfield,
Greene Co., MO
Research Note: He was a son of Thomas Nelson and Quintilla (Hall) Paul. On Dec. 31, 1958, in Exeter, he was united in marriage to Joyce Norwood. He was preceded in death by his parents; two infant siblings, Lester and Pauline; two brothers, Ralph Paul, Sr. and Joe Paul and four sisters, Erma Robbins, Iva Meyers, Fern Cummings and Eva Walden. During the Korean War he served in the United States Army from Jan. 17, 1952, until Dec. 18, 1953. He was stationed overseas at Dorset, England. He worked as a barber from 1957 until his retirement in 1991. Cassville Democrat
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PAUL, Melba Joyce (NORWOOD) Oct. 17, 1935
Lorenzo, TX
Apr. 30, 2022
At Home, Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was the daughter of Ernest and Velma (Reilly) Norwood. On December 31, 1955 in Exeter, Missouri Joyce and Junior Paul were married and this union lasted until February 11, 2007 when Junior passed away. Also preceding her in death were her parents; brothers, Homer and Winford Norwood and sister, Eloise Stephens. At age three her family moved to the Butterfield, Missouri area from Texas. She attended grade school in Butterfield and graduated from Cassville High School. At a young age she accepted the Lord and followed in faithful service her entire life. Beginning in 1964 until recently due to her failing health Joyce was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Exeter where she taught Sunday School and played both the piano and organ. Joyce retired from the Continental Telephone Company after 27 years of service, working in both Cassville and Branson. Fohn Funeral Home
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PAXTON, William Todd Mar. 24, 1967
Kern Co., CA
Aug. 19, 1992
Placer Co., CA
Research Note: His mother's maiden name was Bass. CA Birth Index
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PAYTON, Johnie James Nov. 17, 1913
Sulphur Springs,
Benton Co., AR
Aug. 1980
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Murriel - Research Note: He was the son of John James Payton and Dovie Louise Bailey. His second wife was Louise ?, died on Feb. 10, 2004 in Barry Co., MO - Payton Family Photo Census
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PAYTON, Murriel Gladys (ROBBINS) Jan. 13, 1918
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
Aug. 2, 1971
At Home, Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Johnie J. - Research Note: Daughter of Leverett Lanard Robbins and Autna Murriel Hutton. Her husband was the informant on the death certificate. - Wheaton Journal, August 12, 1971 - Muriel Payton Suffers Fatal Heart Attack - Mrs. Muriel Payton, 53, died at 4:40 p.m. Monday at her home after an apparent heart attack. She had been ill several years. Mrs. Payton was born Jan. 13, 1918, at Cassville and had lived in the area most of her life. Survivors include her husband, Johnnie Payton, whom she married June 23, 1936; her father, Leverett Robbins, Exeter; five brothers, Gene Robbins, Cassville, Lucene Robbins and Leo Robbins, both of Ypsilanti, Mich., Lloyd Robbins, Atlanta, Ga., and Bill Robbins, Springfield, Mo., and three sisters, Mrs. Mildred Scroggs, Exeter, Mrs. Neoma Garner, Ypsilanti, and Mrs. Frances McWhittier, Exeter. - She was the daughter of Leverett Leonard Robbins and Autna Murriel Hutton. Online Obit
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PEARSON, James Paul 1981 1981 Temporary Marker Photo
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PEARSON, Joseph Benjamin June 6, 1929
Neosho,
Newton Co., MO
Sept. 13, 1957
Osteo. Hosp.,
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
Inscription: "Pvt. Co D 6 OM BN 6 ARMD DIV" - Research Note: He was the son of Paul Edward Pearson and Josephine (Carbone) Sears. Never married and WW II veteran. His mother was the informant on the death certificate. Josephine was the daughter of Giuseppi Joseph Carbone and Kate Ann Jack. - Military Photo Headstone
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PEARSON, Paul Edward Sept. 12, 1897
Pierce City,
Lawrence Co., MO
Dec. 8, 1963
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Inscription: "PFC Co L 18 Infantry, WWI" - Research Note: His wife was Josephine (Carbone) Sears. Son of John Anderson Pearson and Martha Elizabeth "Mattie" Cordell. - Military Stone Headstone
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PEARSON, Thomas Cordell Mar. 7, 1938
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Dec. 1, 2003
Red Rose Inn,
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: He was the son of Paul E. and Josephine Ann (Carbone) (Sears) Pearson. He was employed with Forest Products for several years. He was a Navy veteran and a member of the Church of Christ. He married Rachel Wilhite. He later married Sharon King. He was preceded in death by one son and one brother, Joseph Pearson. - Another Photo Headstone
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PENDERGRAFT, Thursey Belle (HATCHER) Apr. 4, 1875
MO
Dec. 16, 1911
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Death date on death certificate is different from stone - Dec. 17, 1910 is the correct date from the death certificate - stone has Dec. 16, 1911. She was married, daughter of J. R. Hatcher born MO and Rebecca J. Armstrong, born MO. Her father was the informant. Thursey Belle Hatcher married James Monroe Pendergraft on May 9, 1897 in Muskogee, OK. Death Certificate
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PENNINGTON, James Andrew Sept. 20, 1876
Carroll Co., AR
Sept. 19, 1957
Sunset Valley
Rest Home,
Cassville, MO
Research Note: He was widowed twice and was a section hand on the railroad. Parents names unknown. O. L. Pennington of El Paso, TX was the informant on the death certificate. - He was the son of James Pennington and Catherine Elizabeth Arnold. His first wife was Lillie Rogers, died in 1908, second wife was Martha R. McCollum. She died in 1937 and is buried at New Salem Cemetery. Her obit is online in the Obituaries section. Death Certificate
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PEOPLES, Florence (TAYLOR) June 24, 1880
KY
Mar. 6, 1965
Sale Memorial Hosp.,
Neosho,
Newton Co. MO
Research Note: She was the daughter of James Wesley Taylor and Louisa Ellen Whalen. She married William Z. Peoples on Jan. 16, 1907 in Woodson, KS. Resident of Exeter, MO. Dr. L. T. Taylor of Neosho, MO was the informant on the death certificate. Census
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PERIMAN, Berry Fisher Apr. 17, 1891
Jenkins,
Barry Co., MO
Dec. 8, 1972
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Margaret I. - Inscription: "Married Oct. 19, 1914" - Research Note: He was the son of Joel Elisha Periman and Martha Elizabeth Barns. When he registered for the WW I Draft, he was married and in Tippecanoe Co., IN. WW II Draft, he was in Clarendon Hills, DuPage Co., IL. Census
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PERIMAN, John A. Nov. 23, 1908
Cato,
Barry Co., MO
Mar. 19, 2003
St. John's Hosp.,
Cassville,
Barry Co. MO
SSW: Maudie A. - Inscription: "Married Dec. 18, 1927" - Research Note: He was an Exeter, MO resident. He was the son of William Allen and Maggie (Sturgell) Periman. He moved to Barry County in 1950 from the state of Oregon. He was a farmer, carpenter, and a member of the First Baptist Church in Cassville. He married Maudie A. Cooper on December 18, 1972, and she preceded him in death May 6, 1999. He was preceded in death by one brother and four sisters. Monett Times
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PERIMAN, Margaret Ida (GIDDINGS) Aug. 5, 1891
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
July 8, 1984
Siloam Springs,
Benton Co., AR
SSW: Berry F. - Inscription: "Married Oct. 19, 1914" - Research Note: Margaret I. Giddings, age 23, married Berry F. Periman, age 23, on Oct. 19, 1914 in Barry Co., MO. She was the daughter of Hiram Bostwick Giddings and Laura Jane Buchanan. MO Marriage Records
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PERIMAN, Maudie (COOPER) Apr. 30, 1909
Shell Knob,
Barry Co., MO
May 6, 1999
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: John A. - Research Note: She married John Periman on December 18, 1927, in Barry County. She was the daughter of Eli Washington and Armintie (Barnes) Cooper. She spent most of her life in Barry County and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Cassville. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Walter, Estle, Elmer, and Roy Cooper; and three sisters, Mida Hoggett, Retha Collar, and Edith Rose. Online Obit
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PERRYMAN, Charles Henry Sept. 5, 1905 July 19, 1956 SSW: Mildred P. - Research Note: He was the son of John William Perryman and Nora Mae Lassiter. - Military Stone - Inscription: "CALIFORNIA SGT US MARINE CORP WORLD WAR II". Census
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PERRYMAN, John William Oct. 3, 1873
Barry Co., MO
Feb. 11, 1959
Ellis Fisher Hosp.,
Columbia,
Boone Co., MO
Research Note: Usual address was Cassville, Barry Co., MO. He was the son of Allen Perryman and Mary Short. His wife was Nora. Hospital Records were the informant on the death certificate. - Cassville Republican, June 12, 1913 - Cashed a Bad Check - Saturday night information was placed in the hands of Sheriff Brixey to arrest John Perryman of near Butterfield on the charge of forgery. On Friday, May 27, Perryman presented a check in favor of himself drawn on the First National Bank at Cassville at the Exeter Bank. The check called for $65. The Exeter Bank thinking that the matter was a trusty one did not doubt but what Perryman had a deposit in the bank at Cassville until the check was protested by the Cassville Bank, Saturday. The check had been sent by the Exeter Bank to Springfield, from there to Kansas City and St. Louis and did not arrive at the Cassville Bank until Saturday. After the Exeter Bank was informed that the check had been protested Sheriff Brixey was notified and drove to Perryman's home but was informed that Perryman had left his family and had not been seen in that community for several days. Perryman is a son of the late Allen Perryman and has lived in the county practically all of his life. He is well known in many parts of the county. - Cassville Republican, July 3, 1913 - Perryman Captured - John Perryman, who some weeks ago cashed a check of $65 at the Exeter Bank, drawn on the First National Bank at Cassville, has been captured at Billings, Montana. Sheriff Brixey left Sunday morning for Billings to bring Perryman to this county where he will be held on the charge of forgery. Within a short time after Perryman had left the country, letters came through the Cassville and Butterfield post offices addressed in his name. Sheriff Brixey states these letters were answered by members of Perryman's family in the name of J. W. Williams of Billings, Montana. This evidence led Brixey to believe that Perryman was located at Billings and to the offices there, he sent a description of Perryman which led to his arrest. Death Certificate
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PERRYMAN, Mildred Pauline (BROWN) (NELSON) (HALVERSON) June 7, 1917
Albuquerque,
Bernalillo Co., NM
Feb. 18, 1998
MT
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PERSSELLEY, Susie (WILLIAMS) Sept. 20, 1876 Sept. 18, 1909
Springfield,
Greene Co., MO
Research Note: Aged about 33 years, wife of Clay Purselly. Stone reads that name is spelled Persselley. - Cassville Republican, Sept. 13 , 1909 - Mrs. Susie Purselly, wife of Clay Purselly of Pleasant Hope, Polk county, died in Springfield, Sept. 18, from an operation for the removal of a tumor, at St. John's Hospital, aged about 33 years. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Allen Williams who reside in Cassville and Exeter. Old and highly respected citizens of this county. Mr. and Mrs. Purselly were married sometime last spring and were living a happy life at their new home, having been former sweethearts, they had drifted apart but got in correspondence and were married. - Note posted by Sydney Neeley: According to our family data, Susie was born Sept. 20, 1876 (Family Bible lists her as Miny Susan). She was a school teacher and we have her picture. She married Clay Purselly March 14, 1909. She died Sept. 18, 1909 from "childbirth complications according to our family. The obit states from "surgery for removal of tumor!" Her marker is next to that of her parents at Maplewood cemetery, Exeter. It has "Susie Persselly" on it. There is an empty space between and we wondered if maybe her infant son also died and is buried there, but there is no marker. (Some family member said she had an infant son?) Both of Susie's parents, John A. and Hester Ann (Benton) Williams are listed on the double stone next to hers, however, Hester Ann was buried in TX where she died. We have a picture of her marker there. Obit
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PETERS, Ann H. (THOMAS) June 26, 1874
AR
May 5, 1950
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was the daughter of Daniel Thomas and Martha Thorton. She was widowed twice and her husband was given as William Peters. Daniel Peters of Cassville, MO was the informant on the death certificate. Ann Thomas, age 23, married William S. Peters, age 36, on June 20, 1897 at her father's home in Barry Co., MO. Death Certificate
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PETERS, Daniel I. Dec. 6, 1903
Barry Co., MO
July 22, 1987
Springfield,
Greene Co., MO
SSW: Pearle - Research Note: He was the son of William S. Peters and Ann Thomas. Census
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PETERS, Pearl Althea (BASS) Dec. 6, 1907
Barry Co., MO
Oct. 19, 1988
MO
SSW: Daniel - Research Note: She was the daughter of William Albert Bass and Nellie Cole. Census
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PETERS, William S. May 20, 1860
MO
July 22, 1931
Rural Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Ann H. - Research Note: His wife was Anna Thomas. He was a farmer and the son of Mathias Peters born TN and Asley Johnson born AL. His wife was the informant on the death certificate. - June 24, 1897, Cassville Republican - Married, Sunday, June 39, at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. F. Thomas, one mile northwest of Cassville, William S. Peters of Butterfield and Miss Ann Thomas, Squire J. T. Pennell, officiating. Death Certificate
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PETTY, Mickey "Mike" Aug. 15, 1941 Nov. 28, 2017
Cox South Hosp.,
Springfield,
Greene Co., MO
Research Note: He was the son of Irah Lee and Eva Clovie (Kustanborter) Petty. He attended Chanute Schools in Chanute, Kansas and enlisted in the Army National Guard in 1959. Mike married Phyllis Ann Hutinett on December 24, 1959 and they had four children. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and eight brothers and sisters. He was an adventurer, owning and operating several retail floor covering stores in Kansas and Missouri before moving to Cassville, Missouri in 1986. He opened Cassville Carpet and Linoleum in 1986 and operated it through 1991. He loved to buy, sell, and develop real estate and provided home sites and new homes for many in the area. He also was active buying, restoring, and selling autos, farm equipment, and recreational vehicles. Fohn Funeral Home
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PHELPS, Bertha Mae (KEAS) Sept. 12, 1887
Plainville,
Rooks Co., KS
Jan. 31, 1954
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
Inscription: "Mother" - Research Note: Daughter of Hiram Keas and Mary Alice Green. Husband given as Harry Guy Phelps. Mrs. Gene Miller (daughter Mary Lucille) of Cassville, MO was the informant on the death certificate. Death Certificate
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PHILPOTT, Freddie Eugene Apr. 12, 1956
Bentonville,
Benton Co., AR
Apr. 15, 2013
Life Enhancement
Nursing Home,
Evening Shade, MO
SSW: Mother, Evelyn M. Matlock, Brother, Jackie Lee Philpott - Inscription: "Son" - Research Note: Photo of stone at findgrave.com. Son of Elmo Gene Philpot and Evelyn Maxine (White) (Philpott) Matlock. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by one brother, Jack Lee Philpott. Photo of stone at findgrave.com. White Funeral Home
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PHILPOTT, Jack Lee Apr. 4, 1951
Bentonville,
Benton Co., AR
Apr. 5, 2008
Washburn,
Barry Co., MO
Inscription: "Son" - SSW: Mother, Evelyn M. Matlock, Brother, Freddie E. Philpott - Research Note: Photo of stone at findgrave.com. Son of Elmo Gene Philpott and Evelyn Maxine (White) (Philpott) Matlock. Preceded in death by his father. Barry Co. Advertiser
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PILANT, John Fernando "Frank" Oct. 8, 1846
Lincoln Co., TN
Jan. 1, 1933
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Nancy E. - Research Note: He was a druggist and his wife was named Lizzie. He was the son of John Pilant according to the DC, mother not known. Marshall Hankins of Cassville, MO was the informant on the death certificate. - Notes from Loretta Pilant Vincent: John was born in GA, the first and only child of Henderson Lewis Pilant and Harriet Bowels. Harriett died about 1848. Mrs. Lizzie (Nancy Erwin) Pilant (1864-1949) was the 3rd wife of J. F. Pilant. - Cassville Democrat or Republican - January 1933 - J. F. "Frank" Pilant, old time and well known citizen of Exeter, passed away at his home at that place Sunday morning, Jan. 1, 1933, aged 86 years 2 months and 1 day. This high standing character was born in TN, Oct. 8, 1846. His mother died when he was but two years old after which time he moved with his father to TX. He came to Barry County over 45 years ago and engaged in the drug business in Exeter for 42 years, retiring a few years ago on account of declining health. He had been married three times, his last wife being Nancy Erwin who passed on following paralytic stroke a short time ago. (See note below) He was a member of the Masonic and Odd Fellow lodges and had many friends throughout Barry County. He served as Public Administrator of the county several years. He leaves two half brothers, Alfred of Portland, OR, Albert of Exeter and one half sister Mrs. W. S. Hankins (Margaret Anna) of near Oak Ridge, who gave him the best of care in his closing days - Notes from Loretta Pilant Vincent: His DC #121 gives his name as being John Franklin which is incorrect. "Fernando" is the correct name. Information is from family records. His wife Nancy is listed as having died before him but according to her DC # 3974 She died, Jan. 21, 1949. Her headstone has 1949. Maybe if she had a stroke she was being cared for at another location. I don't have any records on this. His first wife was Irene R. Pilant, second wife Manerva Ann (Edwards) Pilant, both buried at Pilant Cemetery. Also an infant born July 18, 1884, died Aug. 29, 1884. Manerva died Aug. 7, 1884. - 1895 Cassville Republican Historic Edition, Page 27 - J. F. Pilant, Pub. Admr., of Exeter, was born in Lincoln Co., TN, Oct, 8, 1846. In 1850 his parents moved to TX where he attended the Sulpher academy three years and played cowboy near Sherman. In 1862 he was ordered to Sherman to join the Confederate forces, but not liking the hanging of two or three hundred of their best citizens he left for Springfield, MO, which he reached with $1.50. Through the influence of Wild Bill he got the contract to take 130 head of government horses to Kidder and made a nice sum. After returning to Springfield he clerked in mercantile businesses for different ones there and elsewhere until 1877 when he came to Barry County and engaged in the drug business with Dr. Speece. This business he has followed, alternately with farming, since, and now engages his attention outside of his office. Jan. 30, 1892, and again Nov. 5, 1892, he was burned out, losing heavily each time. In 1892 Mr. Pilant was elected public administrator on the Republican ticket and is candidate for re-election. - Pilant Family Photo - Photo of John and Lizzie - Photo of John and his dog Rosco Death Certificate
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PILANT, Nancy Elizabeth "Lizzie" (ERWIN) June 12, 1864
Barry Co., MO
Jan. 21, 1949
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: J. Franklin - Research Note: Nancy Elizabeth Erwin was a daughter of George Washington Carver and Harriett (Ash) Erwin. Third wife of John Fernando "Frank". - Cassville Republican Jan. 27, 1949- DEATH OF MRS. PILANT - Mrs. J. F. Pliant passed away at her home in Exeter, Friday, Jan. 21st, at the age of 84 years. She had been an invalid for many years. Funeral services will the Culver undertakers of Cassville in charge, were conduced Sunday afternoon, by Rev. Norman McNabb, and burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery. She is survived by three sisters, Mrs. B. T. Coppedge of Bristow, Okla.; Mrs. Kate Keenan, Joplin; and Mrs. Sadie Adams, Sawyer, Calif., and two brothers, George Erwin of Galena, Kan., and Vern of Exeter. She had lived in that part of this county all her life. She had long been a member of the Christian church. - J. F. Pilant, age 39, married Nancy E. Erwin, age 24, on Mar. 25, 1889 in Washington Co., AR. Both were from Exeter, Barry Co., MO. Added Note: Vern Erwin was a nephew not brother of Nancy Erwin Pliant. Obit
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PINKLEY, Hazel E. (KELLEY) Oct. 4, 1890
MO
Mar. 4, 1914
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was the wife of John Pinkley and a daughter of Elijah Kelley, born OH, and Mariah Sanders, born IN. The cause of death was TB. - August 12, 1909, Cassville Republican - Marriage Licenses: John Pinkley and Hazel Kelly, Exeter. Death Certificate
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PINKLEY, John B. Mar. 5, 1876
AR
June 2, 1945
At Home,
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Death certificate indexed under Pinkney. - Cassville Democrat, June 7, 1945 - John Pinkley, age 69 years 2 months and 27 days, died at his home in Exeter, Saturday evening at 7 o'clock from high blood pressure. Mrs. Pinkley survives him. In addition to Mrs. Pinkley he is survived by a sister, Mrs. Ada Dell of Exeter and a half brother Gene Prichett of Branson together with four nephews and a host of friends. A daughter, Mrs. Thelma Taylor, preceded him in death over a year ago. Mr. Pinkley was born and reared in Arkansas but had lived at Exeter for many years and was well and favorable known. Funeral services were held at the Exeter Baptist Church by Chas. VanZandt, Monday afternoon. Burial was in Maplewood Cemetery under the direction of Koon Funeral Home. He was the son of Bud Pinkney, and his wife was Myrtle at the time he died. - John Pinkley, age 21, married Ella Hungate, age 20, on July 28, 1895 in Barry Co., MO. - August 12, 1909, Cassville Republican - Marriage Licenses: John Pinkley and Hazel Kelly, Exeter. - Cassville Republican, May 16, 1918 - Licensed to Wed - John Pinkley, 43, Exeter and Myrtle Arnold, 37, Seligman. - 1930 Census, he is in Exeter, MO with wife Myrtle Pinkley and daughter Thelma. He was the son of Hiram Abednego "Bud" Pinkley and Delila Hembree. Obit
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PINKLEY, Rachel (NICKLE) (WORRELL) (PRITCHETT) July 21 , 1843
OH
Feb. 13, 1916
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was a daughter of Wilson and Esther (Brown) Nickle. Marriages: 1. Daniel Worrell 1859 (lived in Indiana) 2. Thomas Pritchett 1865 (lived in Illinois and Barry Co., MO) 3. Married Abednego Pinkley on 8 Aug. 1880 (lived in Barry Co., MO). Rachel had children by all three husbands. - Feb. 17, 1916, Cassville Republican - Personal and Local News: Mrs. Rachel Pinkley died Sunday, Feb. 13, at the home of her son, H. E. Pritchett, near Stony Point School House west of Cassville. The funeral was held Monday and interment made at Exeter. She leaves four sons and one daughter: H. E. and Ed Pritchett, Wess, Worrel, Horace Pinkley and Mrs. Will Dell. Headstone
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PIPER, Vora B. Nov. 6, 1895
Lebo,
Coffee Co., KS
Jan. 9, 1914
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Inscription: "Our Sweet Boy" - Research Note: The death certificate has death date of Feb. 13, 1914 as does the obit. He was a son of Johnathan and Huldah (Huldah Elizabeth Danford) Piper, both born OH. H. B. Piper of Exeter, MO was the informant. The cause of death was accidental gun shot wound. - Cassville Republican, March 5, 1914 - Vora B. Piper, was born at Lebo, Coffee County, Kan., Nov. 6, 1895, and was accidentally shot with a revolver in the hands of an unthoughted [not thoughtful] person, Jan. 9, 1914. The bullet was removed by Drs. Searcy of Exeter and Mitchell of Cassville. He improved seemingly for four weeks but died Feb. 13, age 19 years, 3 months, 7 days. When seven years old he was afflicted with infantile paralysis which caused him to be a cripple for life. Three years ago he was converted at Mt. Pleasant, Kan., and united with the Unite Brethren Church. He was a wonderful Christian boy. His mother, brother, and one sister, and proceeded him to the grave. His father and step-mother, two brothers and three sisters survive him. His step-mother, (Rachel D. Matheney) having known him in youth was a mother indeed. She loved him as her own. Three brothers from Peoria, Kan., attended his funeral which as conduced by Rev. W. P. Owens of the M. E. Church, South at Exeter, after which his remains were laid to rest in Maplewood Cemetery on the 15th. Death Certificate
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PIPITONE, Lorrinda Kay (STEPHENS) Oct. 16, 1961
Ventura,
Ventura Co., CA
June 24, 2004
At Home,
Exeter,
Barry Co. MO
Inscription: "Beloved wife of Jerry and mother of Steven" - Research Note: She was the daughter of Marve Searcy and Grace Lorraine (McNabb) Stephens. She was a graduate of Exeter High School. She worked for the Barry County Health Department for 14 years and was a restaurant manager for some time. She married Gerald "Jerry" Pipitone on May 19, 1989. Monett Times
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PITTS, Mary Anne (REESE) Sept. 13, 1938 No Date SSW: Robert M. Photo
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PITTS, Mary E. (SIMS) 1889 1986 Research Note: Daughter of James William Sims and Cynthia Frances Doty. Wife of Offie Pitts. - September 12, 1912, Cassville Republican - Licenses to Wed: - O. P. Pitts, 20, Cassville and Mary E. Sims, 23, Ridgley. Mary Sims, age 23, married O. P. Pitts, age 20, on Sept. 8, 1912 in Exeter, Barry Co., MO. T. D. Pitts, father of O. P. Pitts gave consent. Online Newspapers
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PITTS, Robert M. Dec. 28, 1927
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
Apr. 16, 1999
At Home,
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Mary A. - Research Note: Son of Theophelus E. and Mary E. (Sims) Pitts. Husband of Mary Anne Reese, married Mar. 20, 1988. He was a graduate of Washburn High School and an Army veteran of World War II. He was employed with the Missouri State Highway Patrol for 36 years, retiring in 1987. He was also a farmer. He was preceded in death by three sisters and one step-son. Online Obit
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PITTS, Theophelus Euring "Offie" Dec. 11, 1891
Rocky Comfort, MO
Nov. 12, 1965
At Home,
Rural Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Cassville Republican, July 11, 1918 - Rocky Comfort - T. D. Pitts of Monett and son, Offie, of near Wheaton were business visitors here Saturday. - He was the son of Theophilus D. Pitts and Cordelia "Dolly" McClure. Husband of Mary E. Sims and she was the informant on the death certificate. Census
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PLILEY, Cletus William Oct. 7, 1915 Feb. 21, 1976 SSW: Leona F. - Research Note: Cletus William Pliley, age 23, married Virda Lorene Peoples, age 19, on Mar. 15, 1939 in Butler Co., MO. MO Marriage Records
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PLILEY, Virda Leona (PEOPLES) Dec. 14, 1909 No Date SSW: Cletus W. - Research Note: Virda Peoples, age 15, married Roy Rodgers, age 23, on Apr. 6, 1935 in Butler Co., MO. Nova Peoples, mother of Virda, gave consent. Cletus William Pliley, age 23, married Virda Lorene Peoples, age 19, on Mar. 15, 1939 in Butler Co., MO. Photo
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POE, Bessie Aldonna (BAILEY) (PAINTER) June 19, 1931
McDonald Co., MO
Mar. 22, 2014
Kansas City,
Johnson Co., KS
Research Note: She was the daughter of Phillip Sheridan "Sherd" Bailey and Bessie Marie (Day) (Stanley) Bailey. She was raised in the Ridgely area in Barry County. She was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters; and six brothers. First married Morris Howard Poe, Sr. Obit listed as Bessie Aldonna Poe-Painter. McGilley-Sheil
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POE, Hazel Marie (STANLEY) (LEE) (BAKER) May 2, 1921
Washburn,
Barry Co., MO
Jan. 10, 2000
Joplin,
Jasper Co., MO
SSW: Raymond H. - Research Note: She was first listed as Hazel Baker. - Mary's Note: Daughter of John S.Stanley and Bessie M. (Day) (Stanley) Bailey. She married Raymond Poe, and he preceded her in death. She married Emerson Lee in 1950, and he preceded her in death. She married Raymond Baker in 1991, and he preceded her in death. Her obit listed her name as Baker. Online Obit
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POE, Raymond Henry June 2, 1914
Barry Co., MO
June 2, 1948
Ridgley,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Hazel M. - Research Note - He died at home, first house East of Ridgley Baptist Church. He operated a sawmill. Son of Jim Poe born Garfield, AR and Fanny Rhodes born KS. His wife Hazel was the informant on the death certificate. - Another Stone - Inscription: "In Loving Memory". Death Certificate
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PORTER, Dorothy M. (HARGUS) June 7, 1935
Seymour, MO
Mar. 22, 2018
At Home, Rural Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Ray - Inscription: "Married May 31, 1952" - Research Note: Daughter of Luther Edward Hargus and Mary Louise Cantrell. On May 31, 1952 she was united in marriage to Ray Porter, who preceded her in death on July 26, 2013. Also preceding her in death were her parents; four brothers, Lawrence, Elston, Bill and Clarence and four sisters, Lorene, Marie, Juanita and Jolene. Dorothy's family moved from Seymour, Missouri to Exeter when she was ten years old. She received her education at Exeter. She had been employed as a waitress for a while and also worked at Justin Boot and then Vollenweider's. Fohn Funeral Home
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PORTER, Ray E. Nov 11, 1931
Washburn,
Barry Co., MO
July 26, 2013
At Home,
Rural Washburn,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Dorothy M. - Inscription: "Married May 31, 1952" - Research Note: He was the son of Sam and Bea (Johnson) Porter. On May 31, 1952, he was united in marriage to Dorothy Hargus. Preceding him in death were his parents and one brother, Jimmy Porter. Ray grew up and received his education at Washburn, graduating from Southwest High School. During the Korean War he entered the United States Army, serving from July 8, 1952 until July 7, 1954. Most of his life was spent as a carpenter, except for four years when he worked for U.S. Shoe and Justin Boot. Ray served on the Washburn Road District and was a school board member for twelve years. Fohn Funeral Home
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POWELL, Linn Banks Aug. 6, 1887
MO
Jan. 21, 1943
Ellis fischel Cancer Hosp.,
Columbia,
Boone Co., MO
SSW: Mildred - Research Note: He was the son of Thomas Titus Powell born Albany, NY and Charles Ann Marksbury born Williamstown, KY. Exeter, MO resident. His wife was the informant on the death certificate. Death Certificate
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POWELL, Mildred (DILLON) June 13, 1894
KS
June 21, 1984
Seattle,
King Co., WA
SSW: Linn B. - Research Note: Linn B. Powell, age 25, married Anna Mildred Dillon, age 18, on Dec. 30, 1912 in Jackson Co., MO. SSDI gives her last residence as Seattle, King Co., Washington. SSN issued in KS. She was the daughter of Francis Patrick Dillon and Sarah Ann Hume. SSDI
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PRICE, Ruth (SANDERS) May 5, 1920
Barry Co., MO
Feb. 16, 2006
Vinita,
Craig Co., OK
Research Note: She was a daughter of Pharis and Beatrice (Henbest) Sanders, wife of Charles Price. She grew up on a small Ozark farm. Her memories of hoeing strawberries, making lye soap and butchering hogs have been recorded by Ruth for her grandchildren in a book she left for them. Ruth was one of 11 students graduating from Butterfield High School in 1937. Ruth attended Monett Junior College and went on to the University of Missouri where she graduated in Home Economics with a teaching certificate. Ruth demonstrated her patriotism and pride in her country by volunteering for service in the Navy during World War II. Ruth demonstrated her patriotism and pride in her country by volunteering for service in the Navy during World War II. She has maintained friendships with 12 of her fellow WAVES to this day and the story of their friendship was featured in a story on National Public Radio 2 years ago with the dedication of the Women's Veterans Service Memorial in Washington, D.C. Ruth used the GI Bill to earn her Master's Degree from the University of Missouri. She was one of a few women to obtain an advanced degree in the 40's. She taught every level of students throughout her career and also served as a volleyball and basketball coach. She married Charles H. Price in 1951 in Tahlequah and was a devoted mother to 6 children. She was a pioneer for Special Olympics from its beginning in Oklahoma. She organized the first TARS group (Teens Aid Retarded) in the area and was instrumental in establishing employment opportunities for the disabled. Ruth served as a Red Cross Volunteer and in many clubs and organizations and was an avid reader. Note
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PRIEST, Lou Ann (PERIMAN) Nov. 24, 1936 No Date SSW: William Cleburn - Inscription: "Married Nov. 21, 1956" Photo
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PRIEST, William "Cleburn" Nov. 24, 1926
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
May 14, 2015
Roaring River Rehab.,
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Lou Ann - Inscription: "Married Nov. 21, 1956" - Research Note: He was the son of Ollie and Zuma (Easley) Priest and first grandson of Bill and Mollie Easley. On November 21, 1956, he was united in marriage to Lou Ann Periman. Preceding him in death were his parents and one brother, Melvin Priest. Cleburn received his education at Cassville. From 1949 until 1952, he served in the United States Army in Fort Carson, Colorado. For several years he was a truck driver for Pet Milk and hauled turkeys for Tyson Foods. In 1992, he retired from Forest Products. He was a member Cassville First Baptist Church, Pythagoras Masonic Lodge #383, where he was Tiler several years and a member of Abou Ben Adhem Shrine. Fohn Funeral Home
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PRITCHETT, Harry Eugene June 16, 1875
Collinsville,
Madison Co., IL
Feb. 1, 1946
Taney Co., MO
SSW: Martha - Research Note: He was a farmer and his wife was Martha Alice. Son of Thomas Pritchett born IL and Rachel Nickle born IN. Ted M. Thompson of Ozark, MO was the informant on the death certificate. Death Certificate
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PRITCHETT, Martha Alice (SHRUM) Nov. 14, 1877
Eagle Rock,
Barry Co., MO
Jan. 15, 1964
Rural Ozark,
Christian Co., MO
SSW: Harry E. - Research Note: October 18, 1894, Cassville Republican - Harry Eugene Pritchett, 19, Eagle Rock and Alice Shrum, 16, Eagle Rock. - She was the daughter of William Peter Shrum and Mary Robbins/Robinson. Mrs. Eunice Thompson of Ozark, MO was the informant on the death certificate.
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PRUITT, Garald "Gary" Wayne May 5, 1970 Dec. 1, 1991 Inscription: "Our Son Gary" Photo
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PRUNKARD, John Edward Mar. 19, 1843
Huntingdon Co., PA
Jan. 18, 1906
Seligman,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Martha J. - Research Note: Civil War Veteran. 1890 Veterans Census gives him in Seligman, Barry Co., MO. He was in Co. G., 125th PA Inf. Pension Records also give him serving in Co. D, 18 PA Cav. He filed for his pension on May 5, 1864. Martha J. filed for his pension on Mar. 1, 1906. He was the son of George Prunkard and Mary White. - Photo of John and Martha Civil War Records
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PRUNKARD, Martha J. (PENDERGRAFT) (McCARTHY) Aug. 25, 1853
MO
Feb. 18, 1908
MO
SSW: John E. - Research Note: Martha Pendergraft married John E. Prunkard in Barry Co., MO on Mar. 15, 1883. She first married William N. McCarthy in 1871. Daughter of Jesse Wilson Pendergraft and Ann Eliza Shepherd. Marriage Note
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PRYOR, Doris Winona (WHITE) Jan. 4, 1932
Carthage,
Jasper Co., MO
Feb. 19, 2022
Roaring River Rehab.,
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of Clarence N. and Opal Marie (Bradley) White. On February 14, 1948 in Flint, Michigan she was united in marriage to Arthur Lloyd Pryor, who preceded her in death on January 22, 1995. Also preceding her in death were her parents, one sister and one brother. She moved with her family at a young age to Flint, Michigan and graduated from Central High School, later attending college where she attained an associate's degree. She was employed at a dentist office as an office manager for several years. In 1976 she moved back to this area from Livonia, Michigan. Fohn Funeral Home
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PRYOR, Geneva Deloris (PAINTER) (CRIM) May 21, 1925
Washburn,
Barry Co., MO
May 8, 1991
MO
Inscription: "In Loving Memory" - Research Note: Daughter of William D. Painter and Bessie F. Andrews. Geneva Painter, age 18, married William Benton Crim, age 21, on Jan. 30, 1943 in Berryville, Carroll Co., AR. Geneva Deloris Painter, age 18, married William Benton Crim, age 21, on Apr. 16, 1943 in Jackson Co., MO. Geneva Deloris Crim, age 36, married William Benton Crim, on May 29, 1961 in Laclede Co., MO. She married Luther Thomas Pryor in 1981. - SS Claims Index: Jun 1942: Name listed as GENEVA DELORIS PAINTER; May 1949: Name listed as GENEVA DELORIS CRIM; 25 June 1981: Name listed as GENEVA DELORIS PRYOR; 3 June 1993: Name listed as GENEVA D. PRYOR SS Claims Index
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PULLEY, Clarence Edwin 1887 1967 Inscription: "Son of Thomas B. and Nancy R." - Research Note: He was the son of Thomas Benton Pulley and Nancy Rosana Russell. Census
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PULLEY, Nancy Rosana (RUSSELL) 1863
Trempealeau Co., WI
1944
Benton Co., AR
SSW: Thomas B. - Research Note: Daughter of Thomas Russell and Prudence Eliza Clark. Thomas B. Pulley married Annie R. Russell on April 8, 1880 in Newton Co., MO. - Cassville Democrat, June 5, 1920 - CARDS OF THANKS - We desire to thank our neighbors and friends who so kindly assisted us during the sickness and death of our beloved husband, father, and brother. Mrs. T. B. Pulley, C. E. Pulley, Mr. and Mrs. D. R. Smith and children, Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Ledenham and children, Mrs. Hattie Carpenter, Mrs. Jennie Thompson. Marriage Note
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PULLEY, Thomas Benton 1856
Pettis Co., MO
May 23, 1920
Near Washburn
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Nancy R. - Research Note: He was a son of Robert Pulley and Mary "Polly" Berry. - May 29, 1920, Cassville Democrat - Thomas B. Pulley Dead - The reaper death has harvested a good life, who is assured of an eternal abode in the great city on high for his obedience in recognition of the Christ and living the life that is so acceptable to him. His life and acts will be cherished by his family and friends and will be a great consolation to them in their irreparable loss. Thos. B. Pulley, 2 miles northwest of Washburn, was born in Pettis county, Mo., and was 64 years of age. He came to Barry County over 40 years ago and located at Pioneer, where he lived many years and during his residence there was married to Miss Nancy Russell of Newton county and to this union was born five children: four of whom are living and are: Mrs. Bay Smith of Pineville, Mrs. Perry Ledenham of near Washburn, Clarence Pulley at home, and Earl of Wyoming. He passed to the great beyond Sunday night at 10 p. m. Mr. Pulley enjoyed the respect and confidence all his acquaintances and was a member of the Baptist Church and an earnest Christian, whose desire was to accomplish good and aid in making the world better. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Chas. Vanzandt, Monday and the remains were entered in Maplewood Cemetery near Exeter. Obit
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PURCELL, Other Lee Jan. 4, 1891
Greene Co., MO
Jan. 22, 1971
Olathe,
Johnson Co., KS
SSW: Velma E. - Research Note: His stone reads that he was born in 1892 but the data posted for his birth date was in 1891. He was the son of John Baxter Purcell and Narissa Ernestine (Fine) Purcell. He married Velma Edna Butcher on Nov. 11, 1911. They had five children. - Photo of Other and family Headstone
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PURCELL, Velma Edna (BUTCHER) Dec. 11, 1895
Greene Co., MO
Sept. 21, 1963
U of M Medical Center,
Columbia,
Boone Co., MO
SSW: Other L. - Research Note: She was the daughter of Jonas Monroe Butcher and Mabel (Robertson) Butcher. She married Other Lee Purcell on Nov. 11, 1911. They had five children. Headstone
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PURDOM, Hattie Louise (ANTLE) Oct. 20, 1915
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Mar. 11, 2009
At Home,
Monett, MO
Research Note: Photo of stone at findagrave.com. SSW: Ora Francis - She was the daughter of Beecher and Augusta (Cooper) Antle. She was a homemaker and a member of Eastside Church of Christ in Monett. She married Ora Francis Purdom on Jan. 16, 1932, in Galena, and he preceded her in death Aug. 31, 1986. She was preceded in death by one brother, Gene Antle; one sister, Lucille Antle; and one grandchild. Buchanan Funeral Home
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PURDOM, Jackie Francis Dec. 30, 1932
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Jan. 19, 2022
Cox South Hosp.,
Springfield,
Greene Co., MO
Research Note: He was the son of the late Ora Francis Purdom and Hattie Louise (Antle) Purdom. Growing up in Barry County Missouri, Jack graduated from Purdy High School and then furthered his education at Harding College and then Drury University, where he earned his Master's Degree in Education. Jack was a school teacher, Coach, and elementary Principal , retiring in 1987. On November 28, 1952 in Neosho, MO, Jack married Martha Maxine Risley. They have been blessed with over sixty-nine years of wonderful memories made together. Jack was preceded in death by two daughters, Norma Sue Purdom and Tammy Kay Smallwood. Buchanan Funeral Home
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PURDOM, Norma Sue No Date Oct. 1, 1953 Inscription: "Infant daughter of Jackie Francis and Martha Maxine (Risley) Purdom" Photo
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PURDOM, Ora Francis May 13, 1908
Cato,
Barry Co., MO
Aug. 31, 1986
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Photo of stone at findagrave.com. SSW: Hattie Louise - Son of Commodore William Purdom and Gertrude Bell Stumpff. Headstone
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