Oakdale Cemetery
AKA Westbay Cemtery
Lawrence Co., MO
Surnames W

SSW = Shares Stone With

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WAGNER, William No Date No Date Research Note: He is listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 1, Lot 23, Grave 1. Monett Cemetery Records
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WAITE, Albert Henry June 25, 1843
Huron Co., OH
Dec. 12, 1911
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: NOT BURIED HERE. Listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 1, Lot 4, Grave 2. Buried next to A. H. is H. Waite. This is Albert Henry Waite. The death certificate says he died at Monett, MO and was buried in Altamont, KS. His wife was Hattie Wooden and he was a clerk for the Frisco RR. North America Family Histories says he was a proprietor of a hotel in Monett and was a Civil War Veteran. He has a Military Stone and also SSW Harriet at Wooden Cemetery, Altamont, Labette Co., KS. His parents were Ezra Waite and Experience Felt both born NY. Death Certificate
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WAITE, Harriet Rosana (WOODEN) Jan. 1, 1849
Norwalk, OH
June 3, 1941
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: NOT BURIED HERE. Listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 1, Lot 4, Grave 1. Buried next to H. is A. H. Waite. This is Harriet Rosanna (Wooden) Waite, wife of Albert Henry Waite. The death certificate says she died at Monett, MO and was buried at Altamont, KS. She has stone, SSW Albert, at Wooden Cemetery, Altamont, Labette Co., KS. She was the daughter of William T. Wooden born Paukeepsie, NY and Harriet Lavina Manahan born Utica, NY. Death Certificate
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WALKER, Anna E. No Date Mar. 1891 Research Note: Anna's burial date given as Mar. 28, 1891. The lots were purchased on Dec. 18, 1888 for $2.50 by S. P. Walker. S. P. is Simon Pleasant Walker was supposed to be buried in grave 3 (not buried here), Anna in grave 2, and Nailey Walker in grave 1. Monett Cemetery Records
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WALKER, Helen Elizabeth (THOMAS) (WOODS) Aug. 16, 1917
Glasco, KS
May 10, 2007
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was a daughter of Orion and Sue (Thomas) Thomas. She was preceded in death by two sons, Ronald and Francis Woods; two daughters, Glenda Willoughby and Bonnie Woods; one grandchild and one great grandchild. Wife of Fred Carl Woods. Monett Times
May 11, 2007
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WALKER, Mary Elizabeth Aug. 9, 1868
IL
Sept. 25, 1913
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Mary is listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 4, Lot 84, Grave 3. She was single and the daughter of Rev. H. H. Walker and Mahala Nichols born IL. Charles G. Calvin of Monett, MO was the informant. The Death Certificate has the birth date as 1862, stone has 1868. Sister to Simeon Pleasant Walker. Death Certificate
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WALKER, Nailey No Date Sept. 1891 Research Note: The burial date given as Sept. 5, 1891. She is buried next to Simeon Pleasant and Anna Walker. Monett Cemetery Records
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WALKER, Simeon Pleasant Dec. 3, 1864
Clinton Co., IL
Apr. 25, 1932
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett Oakdale Cemetery Records as buried next to Anna and Nailey Walker in the Old Section, Block 4, Lot 2, Grave 3, NO STONE - NOT BURIED HERE. His death certificate says he is buried at Monett IOOF. Clara May (Newman) Walker is given as his wife on the death certificate. He was widowed and a Frisco RR Car Inspector. He was the son of Hoper H. Walker born IL and Mahala Stephens (researchers say she was Mahala Nichols as does his sister's death certificate) born IL. Milburn Walker of Monett, MO was the informant. Simeon and Clara were married on Apr. 20, 1892 in Mt. Vernon, Lawrence Co., MO. Simeon and Clara have a stone at IOOF Cemetery. Death Certificate
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WALLACE, Larry Joe Aug. 8, 1955
Springfield,
Greene Co., MO
Jan. 18, 1981 Research Note: Buried next to Shawn Michael Wallace. Married unknown in 1974, divorced in 1978. Larry Joe Wallace second married Carol Lynne Brown on Mar. 16, 1979 in Clark Co., NV. Both gave address as California. Monett Cemetery Records
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WALLACE, Shawn Michael Nov. 27, 1977 May 5, 1979 Research Note: He is buried next to Larry Joe Wallace, his father. Monett Cemetery Records
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WALLER, Jane No Date No Date Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 4, Lot 93, Grave 1, NO STONE. Monett Cemetery Records
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WALTRIP, Bobby Ray Oct. 31, 1943
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Feb. 11, 2007
Midwest City, OK
Research Note: He was cremated and buried with his grandparents, Manford and Ida (Buening) Waltrip. His mother was Lucille Brown. He attended Pleasant Dale School and Monett High School. He worked as a car salesman and owned B. and R. Salvage. Bennett-Wormington
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WALTRIP, Burnett "Pub" Edwin May 6, 1924 April 22, 2013
At Home, Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: He was the son of the late Manford and Ida (Buening) Waltrip. He was united in marriage on April 8, 1947 in Columbus, KS to Lucy May Shaffer, she preceded him in death on September 28, 2011. He was retired from Tyson's in Monett, a Veteran of World War II and a member of the V.F.W in Monett. He was preceded in death by both his parents: Manford and Ida; wife: Lucy, and one son: Raymond Waltrip. Bennett-Wormington
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WALTRIP, Burnett Edwin, Jr., "Boo Boo" Mar. 14, 1957
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Jan. 22, 2022
NW Medical Center,
Bentonville, AR
Research Note: He was the son of Burnett Edwin Waltrip Sr. and Lucy May (Shaffer) Waltrip. He was united in marriage to his friend and wife, Mary, in Eureka Springs, Arkansas on November 15, 1995. They were blessed with four children. Boo Boo was a lifelong resident of the Monett community. He held a long career at Tysons in Monett until he retired in 2019. He is preceded in death by his parents: Burnett Edwin Waltrip Sr. and Lucy May Waltrip; and one brother: Raymond Waltrip. Bennett-Wormington
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WALTRIP, Ida Augusta "Edith" (BUENING) Jan. 30, 1889
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Oct. 30, 1962
Monett,
Lawrence Co., MO
SSW: Manford H. - Research Note: She is buried next to her husband Manford H. Waltrip. Daughter of Wilhelm/William and Elizabeth (Gates) Buening. Mrs. Glenis Brown of Monett, MO was the informant on the death certificate. - Obit: Services for Mrs. Ida Waltrip, 73 years old, who died Tuesday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Glenis Brown of Monett, will be at 2:30 Thursday afternoon in Mercer chapel. The Rev. C. E. Miller will officiate. Burial will be in Oakdale cemetery in Monett. Mrs. Waltrip had lived with her daughter the last two years and had been ill three years. Mrs. Waltrip wad born in Purdy Jan. 30, 1889, and had lived in rural Monett 25 years before moving into Monett two years ago. Her husband, Manford Waltrip, to whom she was married in 1915, died in 1959. Surviving, in addition to her daughter, are four sons, Barnett of Monett, Warren of Aurora and Melvin and Norman of the state of KS; three sisters, Mrs. Bertha Chester of Lebanon, OR, Mrs. Marie Duitsman of Pomeroy, IA, and Mrs. Eliza Jagelski of Monett; four brothers, Henry Buening, Fred Buening and Carl Buening of Seneca and Bill Buening of Neosho; 22 grandchildren and two great=grandchildren. Monett Cemetery Records
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WALTRIP, Lucy May (SHAFFER) Dec. 16, 1933
Aurora,
Lawrence Co., MO
Sept. 28, 2011
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was the daughter of the late Sam and Lucy (Loyd) Shaffer. She was united in Columbus, KS to Burnett Waltrip Sr. She was retired from Tyson's in Monett and a member of the New Site Baptist Church in Monett. She was preceded in death by both her parents Sam and Lucy and one son: Raymond Waltrip; one brother: George Shaffer; and three sisters: Lucinda Eden, Mary Waltrip, and Dorothy Williams. Bennett-Wormington
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WALTRIP, Manford Henry Sept. 27, 1883
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Apr. 24, 1959
Monett,
Lawrence Co., MO
SSW: Ida A. "Edith" - Research Note: Buried next to his wife Ida A. Waltrip. He was a retired Frisco RR employee and the son of Elijah Waltrip and Nancy Holland. Ida Buening was his second wife. Warren Waltrip of Pierce City, MO was the informant on the death certificate. Manford Waltrip, age 32, married Edith Bennings/Buening, age 26, on Sept. 25, 1915 in Barry Co., MO. Death Certificate
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WALTRIP, Mary E. (SCHAFFER) Mar. 28, 1930
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Nov. 21, 2008
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Melvin H. - Research Note: She was a daughter of Sam and Lucy (Loyd) Schaffer. She was retired from ConAgra Foods in Carthage and a member of New Site Baptist Church in Monett. She married Melvin Waltrip on March 10, 1947, and he preceded her in death December 24, 1992. She was preceded in death by one brother, George Schaffer; and one sister, Dorothy Williams. Monett Times
Nov. 2008
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WALTRIP, Melvin H. Feb. 24, 1929
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Dec. 24, 1992 SSW: Mary E. - Research Note: Son of Manford Waltrip and Ida Buening. Census
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WALTRIP, Norman L. Nov. 16, 1933 Feb. 13, 1991 Research Note: Son of Manford Waltrip and Ida Buening. Norman Waltrip, age 26, married Fleta Arehart, age 21, on Aug. 6, 1960 in Seneca, Newton Co., MO. License issued in less than three days by waiver of Judge Ray England. SS Claims Index
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WALTRIP, Ralph Claude Oct. 30, 1903
Rural Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Sept. 20, 1999
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Sophia O. - Research Note: He was a son of Elijah Waltrip Jr. and Nancy (Holland) Waltrip. He lived in Monett most of his life, was a retired clerk with the St. Louis-San Francisco Railroad, and was later employed as a dispatcher for the Barry County Sheriff's Department and City of Monett as host at the Monett City Park Casino. He married Sophia Jagears on April 16, 1927, and she preceded him in death December 3, 1994. Monett Times
Sept. 21, 1999
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WALTRIP, Sophia Ola (JAGEARS) Mar. 19, 1910 Dec. 3, 1994 SSW: Ralph C. - Research Note: Daughter of Robert E. and Elvira (Tinker) Jagears. Census
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WARD, Catherine (COYNE) Aug. 26, 1847
Canada
Oct. 3, 1913
St. Louis, MO
Research Note: Both Catherine and Timothy's death certificates say they were removed to Monett, MO. I don't find them in IOOF Cemetery or in a search on the web site. They were entered in Oakdale Cemetery by members of the Kelton family. Wife of Timothy Ward. Daughter of Michael Coyne born Ireland and Mary Reed born Ireland. Living in Monett, MO in the 1900 Census. Death Certificate
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WARD, Timothy Jan. 7, 1865
Jackson Co., MI
Apr. 6, 1916
St. Louis, MO
Research Note: He was a shoe maker and the son of James Ward and Mary McCarthy. His wife was Catherine Coyne. Death Certificate
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WARE, Clara 1875 1907 Research Note: Her stone matches the one for Denton Ware. Could be the daughter of John and Jane Ware. - 1900 Census, Washburn Township, Barry County, Missouri - Ware, John, H, Head, M, Jane 1827, 73, M 35, IL/KY/KY; Ware, June, Wife, F, Dec. 1846, 53, M 35, 12-9, IL/IL/IL; Ware, Clara, Dau, F, Feb. 1877, 23, M 1, 1-0, MO/IL/IL; Ware, Luther, Son, M, May 1886, 14, S, MO/IL/IL; Ware, Harrison, Son, M, Sept. 1891, 8, S, MO/IL/IL. Census
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WARE, Denton 1903 1910 Research Note: His stone matches the one for Clara Ware. Notes
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WEBB, Litten Rufus Aug. 5, 1889
Fayetteville, AR
Oct. 11, 1917
Lawrence Co., MO
Research Note: He was married and the son of William Webb and Nancy Caldwell both born AR. TB was the cause of death. Mrs. May Sharp of Monett, MO was the informant on the death certificate. The death certificate has year of death as 1916, stone has 1917. Death Certificate
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WEHRLI, Fredricka S. Abt. 1826 Mar. 13, 1890 Inscription: "Aged 64 years" - Research Note: Stone broken in 3 pieces. - Another Photo - Another Photo - Another Photo Monett Cemetery Records
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WEST, Martha Elmina (BROADWATER) Nov. 26, 1853
Dallas Co., MO
June 3, 1904 Research Note: Listed by the city of Monett with NO STONE. Her parents were named as John C. Broadwater and Nancy Cross. Cemetery records have Broadwester which is incorrect according to census/. The lot owners listed as Lafayette F. and Martha E. West. Miss M. E. Broadwater married L. F. West on Dec. 22, 1878 in Dallas Co., MO. Lafayette F. West is buried at Oranogo Cemetery, Jasper Co., MO. Census
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WESTBAY, Harry Herron Oct. 29, 1863
Rich Hill, OH
Sept. 1, 1939
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Buried next to John T. Westbay. He was a retired claims agent and his wife was Mae Lopp. His father's name given only as John Herron, birthplace unknown. John T. Westbay of Rogers, AR was the informant on the death certificate. - His parents were John Herron and Mary Frances Moore born Chandlersville, OH. Harry Herron Westbay age 27, married Minnie May Sapp, age 22 on Mar. 1, 1893. - August 11, 1906, Saturday, Cassville Democrat - Monett Times: Mrs. J. P. Westbay who is at Battle Creek, Mich., telegraphed Harry H. Westbay of Monett, Tuesday, asking him to come to that place immediately. It is feared that his uncle, Jas. P. Westbay is dangerously ill. - February 13, 1909, Saturday, Cassville Democrat - State vs. Harry Westbay, forgery in first degree, nolled. - Plot Stone Death Certificate
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WESTBAY, James P. Mar. 1833
PA
1906
Battle Creek,
Calhoun Co., MI
Research Note: Buried next to Mae and Sarah J. Westbay. His wife was Sarah Jane Moore, married on Nov. 13, 1854 in Muskingum Co., OH. Son of John Wilson Westbay and Mary Finley Powers. - Obit: J. P. Westbay, one of the pioneer residents of this city, died last night at Battle Creek, Mich. Mr. Westbay was one of the wealthiest and largest property owners in the city. He was also president of the first bank in the city, but has been retired from business for several years. - July 15, 1905, Saturday, Cassville Democrat - Monett Stars: J. P. Westbay and lady and J. B. McHenry have gone to the Portland Exploration. - August 11, 1906, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO - Monett Times: Mrs. J. P. Westbay who is at Battle Creek, Mich., telegraphed Harry H. Westbay of Monett, Tuesday, asking him to come to that place immediately. It is feared that his uncle, Jas. P. Westbay is dangerously ill. - Plot Stone Online Newspapers
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WESTBAY, John Thomas Oct. 30, 1897 Sept. 16, 1960 Research Note: Son of Harry H. Westbay and Minnie Mae Lopp. Buried next to his father. World War I veteran, inducted to the Army Oct 8, 1918. Still single in the 1940 census. Occupation listed as Assistant To Primer Heist, lodger, in Rogers, Benton Co., AR. - Plot Stone Census
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WESTBAY, Minnie Mae (LOPP) (SAPP) Nov. 19, 1871
Humansville, MO
Aug. 21, 1965
St. Vincent's Hosp.,
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Buried next to James P. and Sarah J. Westbay. She was the wife of Harry Herron Westbay. Daughter of John Lopp and Mary Frances Mashburn. Mrs. Pearl Lewis of Monett, MO was the informant on the death certificate. Harry Herron Westbay age 27, married Minnie May Sapp, age 22 on Mar. 1, 1893. - Plot Stone Barry Co. MO
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WESTBAY, Sarah Jane (MOORE) June 26, 1835
Chandlersville,
OH
Feb. 22, 1922
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: The death certificate has Mrs. J. P. Westbay and is indexed as J. P. Westbay. Birth year given on the death certificate as 1835, age 86 years, 8 months, 24 days. Stone has 1855. She was the daughter of Thomas S. and Mary Moore, both born OH. Wife of James P. Westbay. - Plot Stone Death Certificate
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WESTRA, Esther (DEUR) Mar. 1, 1926
Fremont, MI
Sept. 15, 2013
At Home,
Pierce City,
Lawrence Co., MO
SSW: Marvin - Inscription: "Married Oct. 25, 1946" - Inscription: "Philippians 1:21 - For me to live is Christ, and to die is gain." - Research Note: She was the daughter of Rhin and Jenny (Jordan) Deur. She grew up and attended school in Fremont. On October 25, 1946 in Muskegon, MI, Esther married Marvin Westra. They moved to Pierce City to make their home in 1969. Esther worked for St. John's Hospital in Aurora for over thirty years as a Food Service Supervisor. She was also a farmer's wife, helping her husband on the farm. Esther was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Westra on September 26, 2006. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Rhin and Jenny Deur; three brothers, Richard, Evert and Harold Deur; and three sisters, Dena Ekkel, Minnie Guikema and Edith Deur. - Back of Stone Buchanan Funeral Home
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WESTRA, Marvin Jan. 31, 1919
Garfield, MI
Sept. 22, 2006
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Esther - Inscription: "Married Oct. 25, 1946" - "Philippians 1:21 - For me to live is Christ, and to die is gain." - Research Note: He was the son of Benjamin Westra and Anna Hall. His wife was Esther Deur and they were married Oct. 25, 1946 in Muskegon, MI. He was a farmer, a Wal-Mart greeter, and custodian for Pierce City schools. He was an Army Air Corps veteran. - Military Stone - Inscription: "CPL US ARMY AIR FORCES - WW II" - Back of Stone Monett Times
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WESTRA, Neal Evert Aug. 18, 1990
Joplin,
Jasper Co., MO
Nov. 2, 2019
MO
Research Note: He was the son of Gary Neil Westra and Susan Jane (Dummit) Westra. He graduated from Pierce City High School with the Class of 2008. Neal was a lifelong farmer and for the last year had owned and operated N.W. Brush and Land Clearing. He enjoyed anything to do with the farm, especially combining and mowing hay. On June 6, 2013, Neal married Sydney Lynn Washeck in Mount Vernon, MO. They were blessed with two children. Buchanan Funeral Home
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WHEATON, Donald E. Mar. 22, 1928
Pulski, IA
Jan. 10, 2013
Lacoba Homes,
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: He was the son of Arlie and Doris (Hamberg) Wheaton. He graduated from Pulski High School. Throughout his life he had many occupations, including a union carpenter. Mr. Wheaton served his country proudly, and was a drill sergeant in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. In 1956, he was united in marriage to Bonnie Brooke. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Wilbur Wheaton. White Funeral Home
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WHEELER, Mark P. Aug. 13, 1951 Mar. 26, 2006 SSW: Sherryl S. - Inscription: "Married June 1, 1988" - Research Note: Otis and Virginia Wheeler are the lot owners. Monett Cemetery Records
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WHEELER Sherryl S. July 9, 1949 No Date SSW: Mark P. - Inscription: "Married June 1, 1988" Monett
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WHITE, John S. No Date No Date Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 2, Lot 33, Grave 1, NO STONE. Monett Cemetery Records
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WHITE, Nova K. No Date No Date Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 2, Lot 11, Grave 2. Monett Cemetery Records
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WHITING, John Campbell III Dec. 29, 1951
Topeka, KS
Mar. 25, 2017
Circle of Life,
Bentonville, AR
Research Note: He was the son of Harriet Virginia (Dooty) Whiting and the late John Campbell Whiting II. He worked at the Monett Sheltered Workshop and other businesses around Monett, was a part of the ARC of the Ozarks and was a member of the Countryside Christian Church in Monett. John has lived in Monett for the last 10+ years. He was a part of the ARC family which we consider part of our family. John loved bowling, going to Branson, his yearly birthday parties, family reunions, Wheel of Fortune, Law and Order SVU, Andy Griffith, NCIS and calendar collections. He loved to go to the store and get his BIG soda, collecting change and always wanted a $20 bill in his wallet. Bennett-Wormington
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WILLET, Laura No Date No Date Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 2, Lot 6, Grave 3. Monett Cemetery Records
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WILLHOITE, Francis M. Jan. 28, 1847
TN
July 3, 1893 Inscription: "AE 46Y - 5M - 5D" - Research Note: Buried next to Mary J. Willhoite, his wife. - Another Photo Monett Cemetery Records
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WILLHOITE, Mary J. (PECK) (JOHNSTON) Abt. 1856 No Date Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried next to Frances M. Willhoite, her husband, in the Old Section, Block 4, Lot 29, Grave 1. Named as Frank M. Willhoite and Mary Jane Peck on son George Franklin Willhoite's death certificate. Mary Peck married F. M. Willhoite in 1875 in Washington Co., AR. M. J. Willhoite, age 43 married C. W. Johnston, age 45, on Feb. 19, 1899 in Barry Co., MO. Monett Cemetery Records
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WILLIAMS, Christopher C. Apr. 1849 No Date Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 3, Lot 79, Grave 1. He was the informant on the death certificate for Margaret (McGraw) Williams, his wife. Son of William and Anna Eliza Williams. - Cassville Republican, Thursday, June 12, 1919 - S. A. Chapell, admr. est. of C. C. Williams dec'd. vs. Daisy Sowman, et al, equity. Monett Cemetery Records
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WILLIAMS, Margaret (MCGRAW) Sept. 6, 1848
Ireland
Dec. 21, 1915
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was married and the daughter of McGraw. No other vitals listed. C. C. Williams of Monett, MO was the informant. Bright's disease was the cause of death. - Daughter of Robert and Bridget McGraw. Wife of Christopher C. Williams, born OH. Death Certificate
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WILLIAMS, Morgan Ralls July 31, 1935
Columbus, NE
Sept. 17, 2003
Mesa, AZ
Military Stone Inscription: "SGT US MARINE CORPS" - Research Note: Buried next to his mother. He was a truck driver. He was the son of Glen Arthur Williams and Norma Dorothea Edwards. Monett Times
Sept. 23, 2003
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WILLIAMS, Norma D. (EDWARDS) Oct. 26, 1910
Cornlea, NE
Nov. 9, 2006
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was the daughter of Albert Edwards and Josephine Reiss. Her husband was Glen Arthur Williams, married on Aug. 26, 1934 in Columbus, NE. She was preceded in death by one son, Morgan Williams, in 2003; and one great grandchild, Jessica Lyman. Glen died in 1996 in Mesa, Maricopa Co., AZ. Monett Times
Nov. 10, 2006
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WILLIAMS, Oscar Burton Apr. 10, 1877 July 28, 1920
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: He was married, a switchman for the RR and was ran over by a car in the Monett RR yards. Killed instantly. Son of C. C. Williams and Margaret McGraw. Mrs. Bert Williams of Monett, MO was the informant on the death certificate. O. B. Williams married Rebecca Elizabeth "Lizzie" Lee on Apr. 8, 1908 in Monett, Barry Co., MO. She second married Albert Richard Lull and died in 1962 in Montgomery Co., KS. Death Certificate
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WILLIAMS, Walt No Date No Date Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 2, Lot 3, Grave 1, NO STONE. Monett Cemetery Records
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WILLOUGHBY, Garry Martin, Rev. Jan. 17, 1950
Wentworth, MO
Jan. 19, 2019
Cox South Hosp.,
Springfield,
Greene Co., MO
Research Note: He was son of the late Harley Benton Willoughby and Mary Eathel (Loving) Willoughby. Garry attended school in Pierce City and graduated with the class of 1968. He then furthered his education by attending Southwest Baptist University. Garry began his many years of ministry in Sarcoxie, pastoring at Morningside Baptist Church. In 1974, he and his family moved to Oklahoma, where he was Pastor of Lenapah Baptist Church. After moving back to southwest Missouri, Garry pastored in Chesapeake, South Greenfield, Carr Lane Baptist Church and Calvary Baptist Church in Exeter before being called to Temple Baptist Church in Monett. Garry also owned and operated Willoughby Roof Truss, which has been in operation for over forty years. On March 17, 1973 in Springfield, MO, Garry Willoughby and Martha Clotfelter were united in marriage. To this union, three children were born. Garry was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Tom and Bert Willoughby; and two sisters, Lee Carter and Mary Fritz. Buchanan Funeral Home
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WILSON, Albert Bertie July 1883
Marionville, MO
Aug. 12, 1940 Research Note: No birth date given on the death certificate but age about 57 years. He was widowed and the husband of Ina (Brafford) Wilson. He was the son of William H. Wilson born IN and Harriet Blakely. Mrs. Opal Owens of 210 Hickory, Monett, MO was the informant. Albert Wilson, age 27, married Ina G. Brafford, age 21, on Sept. 11, 1913 in Monett, Barry Co., MO. Death Certificate
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WILSON, C. M. No Date No Date Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 4, Lot 22, Grave 1. Buried with James F., Lelie B., R. C., and Virginia Wilson. Probably not buried here. See R. C. Wilson. This is probably Claudia M. Wilson, wife of Richard C. Wilson. There is a stone for her at IOOF Cemetery along with Richard. Born 1874, died 1948. Her mother, Mary Selby, was living with Richard and Claudia in the 1920 census. Claudia was living with her daughter Mary and son-in-law Oliver A. Vermillion in the 1940 census. Monett Cemetery Records
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WILSON, Ellen May May 26, 1917
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
May 27, 1917
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Inscription: "Dau. of Birt and Ina Wilson". - Research Note: This stone is on the ground and broken at the top. Daughter of Birt Wilson born Billings, MO and Ina Brafford born Monett, MO. Listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 5, Lot 20, Grave 1. Death Certificate
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WILSON, Ethel Sept. 15, 1881 Oct. 16, 1888 Inscription: "Daughter of A. L. and Ella Wilson" - Research Note: Monett Records have U. L. Wilson but looks like "A" L. to me. Buried with Forest Fernando and Harriet F. Wilson. Monett Cemetery Records
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WILSON, Forest Fernando Dec. 3, 1887 Oct. 12, 1888 Research Note: Son of A. L. and Ella Wilson. Monett Cemetery Records
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WILSON, Harriet F. No Date No Date Research Note: Buried with Ethel and Forest Wilson. Monett Cemetery Records
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WILSON, James F. Mar. 15, 1830
Rockcastle, KY
Mar. 12, 1907 SSW: Virginia - Research Note: He is buried with R. C., Lelie B., C. M., and Virginia Wilson. According to Civil War Records, his birth year could be 1838. IL Civil War Records - James F. Wilson, Sgt., Co. K, Unit 145 IL US INF. Residence was Carthage, Hancock Co., IL. Age 26, ht. 5'5", black hair, blue eyes, married, and a farmer. He was born in Rockcastle, KY. He joined Sept. 13, 1864 at Quincy, IL for a period of 1 year. Mustered in on Sept.. 13, 1864 and was discharged May 27, 1865 for disability. - Civil War Stone - Inscription: "SERGT. CO. K - 146 ILL. INF." IL Civil War Records
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WILSON, Jannie Irene Dec. 29, 1903
Stotts City, MO
Oct. 11, 1914
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was a daughter of W. H. Wilson, born Newton Co., MO, and Louise Schneider, born St. Louis, MO. She had epilepsy from birth. Death Certificate
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WILSON, Lelie B. Aug. 3, 1857 Nov. 20, 1891 Inscription: "In Memory of our Dear Sister - Daughter of J. F. and S. V. Wilson" - Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 4, Lot 22, Grave 3. Daughter of James F. and Virginia Wilson. Monett
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WILSON, Lelle No Date No Date Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried next to Ruth Frances Wilson in the Old Section, Block 4, Lot 21, Grave 1, NO STONE. Probably the daughter of Richard and Claudia Wilson. Monett Cemetery Records
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WILSON, Leon Wilford July 9, 1914
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Dec. 28, 1993 Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 5, Lot 34, Grave 3. WW II Veteran, Army. Son of Albert Birt Wilson and Ina G. Brafford. Monett Cemetery Records
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WILSON, R. C. No Date No Date Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 4, Lot 22, Grave 2. He is buried with James F., Lelie B., C. M., and Virginia Wilson. Probably not buried here. There is a Richard Combs Wilson, born 1860 IL, died 1932, buried at IOOF Cemetery with a stone. Son of James F. Wilson and Susan Virginia Williams. Monett Cemetery Records
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WILSON, Ruth Frances Jan. 27, 1900 Nov. 10, 1907 Inscription: "Dau. of R. C. and C. M. Wilson" - Research Note: Buried next to Lelle Wilson. Probably the daughter of Richard and Claudia Wilson. - Another Photo Monett Cemetery Records
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WILSON, Susan Virginia (WILLIAMS) Mar. 1, 1833 Aug. 1, 1906 SSW: James F. - Research Note: She is buried next to James F., Lelie B., C. M., and R. C. Wilson. Her son, Edwin Stephen Wilson's death certificate gives her maiden name. He is buried at IOOF Cemetery. Monett Cemetery Records
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WITHERS, Hiley Jane (SWEET) Sept. 6, 1869
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
1899
Monett, MO
Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried next J. T. and Patsy C. Withers in the Old Section, Block 4, Lot 46, Grave 1, NO STONE. - Wife of Josiah Taylor Withers. Hiley Sweet married J. T. Withers on May 25, 1886 in Mt. Vernon, Lawrence Co., MO. Daughter of Vincent Holton Sweet and Susan Rebecca Jackson. Monett Cemetery Records
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WITHERS, Josiah Taylor Apr. 20, 1858 No Date Research Note: Buried with Hiley and Patsy C. Withers. Son of William Daniel Withers and Mary Jane Burnett. His first wife was Patsey C. McCormick and second wife was Highly Jane Sweet. Monett Cemetery Records
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WITHERS, Mary Jane (BURNETT) Oct. 18, 1818
Henry Co., IN
July 12, 1898
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Wife of William Daniel Withers. Mary Jane Burnett married William Withers/Weathers on Oct. 24, 1833 in Morgan Co., IN. Researchers say she was the daughter of John Burnett and Eliza Garrison. Monett Cemetery Records
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WITHERS, Myrtle Oct. 26, 1887 July 12, 1888 Inscription: "Daugh. of P. E. and F. S. Withers - Aged 8 Ms. 16 Ds." - Research Note: Her parents were Peter E. Withers and Frances S. Allen. Note
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WITHERS, Patsy C. (McCORMACK) June 30, 1862 Oct. 28, 1882 Inscription: "Wife of J. T. Withers - Married June 25, 1881" - Research Note: First wife of Josiah Taylor Withers. J. T. Withers married Miss P. C. McCormack on June 25, 1881 in Lawrence Co., MO. Daughter of William McCormack and Sarah Jane Marshall. MO Marriage Records
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WITHERS, William Daniel Mar. 20, 1809
KY
Dec. 7, 1887
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: He was the husband of Mary Jane (Burnett) Withers. Researchers say he was the son of William Daniel Withers and Sally Oliphant. Monett Cemetery Records
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WOOD, Rolla Jan. 29, 1916
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Oct. 3, 1916
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Daughter of John D. Wood born Polk Co., MO and Lilla Carter born Greene Co., MO. Pneumonia was the cause of death. Death Certificate
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WOODS Annie M. No Date No Date Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried with Isaac E. and Oscar Woods in the Old Section, Block 4, Lot 58, Grave 1, NO STONE. Monett Cemetery Records
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WOODS, Bonnie Gayle Mar. 17, 1953
Jamestown, KS
Dec. 16, 2004
Springfield,
Greene Co., MO
Inscription: "Bright and Beautiful - She loved her family, friends, children, and animals, and she supported all worthwhile causes" - Research Note: Buried next to Francis Dean and Fred C. Woods. She was the daughter of Fred Carl Woods and Helen Elizabeth Thomas. Bonnie died at her home from injuries sustained in a fire at her home. She was a bookkeeper at Roper Electric in Springfield. She was also a helper at Crosslines and Soul's Harbor. Monett Times
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WOODS, Francis Dean 1940 1972 Inscription: "Son" - Research Note: Buried with Bonnie, Ronnie, and Fred C. Woods. He was the son of Fred Carl Woods and Helen Elizabeth Thomas. Monett Cemetery Records
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WOODS, Fred Carl June 8, 1900
KS
Oct. 27, 1969
Cardwell Hosp.,
Stella,
Newton Co., MO
SSW: Ronald C. - Inscription: "Father" - Research Note: Rocky Comfort, McDonald Co., MO resident. Parents not named on the death certificate. Glenda Willoughby of Monett, MO was the informant on the death certificate. Buried with Bonnie, Ronald, and Francis Dean Woods, his children. The children's mother is buried under Helen Walker. Monett Cemetery Records
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WOODS, Isaac E. Abt. 1845
Iroquois Co., IL
No Date Civil War Stone Inscription: "CO. E - 12 ILL CAV." - Research Note: Buried with Annie M. and Oscar Woods. - IL Civil War Records - Isaac E. Woods, Pvt., Co. E, 12 IL US CAV. His residence was Joliet, Will Co., IL. Age 18, ht. 5'11", light hair, hazel eyes, occu. was a barber. Born in IL. He joined Dec. 26, 1863 at Chicago, Cook Co., IL for a period of 3 years. Mustered in on Dec. 30, 1863 at Chicago, IL. No muster out date. Remarks: Transferred to Co. D as consolidated. Co. D records have mustered out at Vicksburg, MS on July 17, 1865. - Cassville Republican, Barry Co., MO, Thursday, Jan. 18, 1894 - Licensed to Wed: I. E. Woods, 50, Monett and Terry Wilson, 27, Monett. Isaac E. Woods, age 53, married Elizia Illinois, age 50, on Sept. 23, 1896 in Monett, Barry Co., MO. - Another Photo Monett Cemetery Records
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WOODS, Oscar No Date No Date Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried with Annie M. and Isaac E. in the Old Section, Block 4, Lot 58, Grave 1, NO STONE. Monett Cemetery Records
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WOODS, Ronald C. 1939 1967 SSW: Fred C. - Inscription: "Son" - Research Note: Buried with Bonnie and Francis Dean Woods. He was the son of Fred Carl Woods and Helen Elizabeth Thomas. Monett Cemetery Records
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WOODY, James Clarence Aug. 12, 1897
Cedar Co., MO
Feb. 11, 1976 SSW: Myrna S. - Research Note: Employed by self and father, J. W. Woody, Rt. 1, Wise, MO. Nearest relative was Theodocia R. Woody, his mother. Son of James William Woody and Theodocia Ray Rector. WW I Draft Reg.
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WOODY, Myrna Smith (THORNTON) Mar. 12, 1911
Deer Trail, CO
Mar. 13, 2008
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: James C. - Research Note: She was the daughter of the late Clarence and Alice (Smith) Thornton. Myrna was united in marriage to James C. Woody on July 15, 1931, in Kiowa, Colorado. The Woodys moved to Monett in 1948 and owned and operated the Monett Sale Barn until 1952. They were active members of the Monett Saddle Club. James preceded her in death February 11, 1976. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by two brothers, Buel Thornton and Joe Thornton, of Loveland, Colorado. Monett Times
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WOOLFORD, Helen O. No Date No Date Research Note: Buried next to Roy E. Woolford. Monett Cemetery Records
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WOOLFORD, Roy E. No Date No Date Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried next to Helen O. Woolford in the Old Section, Block 4, Lot 58, Grave 1, NO STONE. Monett Cemetery Records
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WORMINGTON, Elmer Lewis Aug. 12, 1873
Barry Co., MO
Mar. 1, 1930
Lawrence Co., MO
SSW: Ota - Inscription: "His Wife" - Research Note: He was widowed and a son of Richmond Wormington born Barry Co., MO, and Nancy Ann Browning, born AR. Sanford Wormington of Monett, MO was the informant on the death certificate. Parents buried at New Site Cemetery. - Aug. 5, 1897, Cassville Republican - Licensed to Wed: Elmer Wormington, 24, Monett and Nora Jordan, 22, Purdy - Saturday, March 26, 1904, Cassville Democrat - E. L. Wormington has moved to Parsons, Kansas. - Cassville Democrat, Saturday, Sept 14, 1907 - State of Missouri vs. Nora Wormington vs. Elmer Wormington, divorce. - Father's Obit Death Certificate
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WORMINGTON, Ota (ALEXANDER) Jan. 10, 1887
Lawrence Co., MO
June 9, 1920
Lawrence Co., MO
SSW: Elmer L. - Inscription: "His Wife" - Research Note: She was married and a daughter of Newton Alexander and Meda Osborn, born Lawrence Co., MO. Mary Alexander of Pierce City, MO was the informant. Death Certificate
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WRAY, Helen M. (PECK) Feb. 25, 1826
KY
Aug. 9, 1916 Research Note: She is buried next to John H. Wray, her son, and was a daughter of Thomas and Mary (Myers) Peck. Death certificate indexed as Ray. R. Vermillion of Monett, MO was the informant. Daughter Rebecca Vermillion's death certificate gives her parents as John Wray and Helen Peck. Monett Cemetery Records
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WRAY, John H. June 23, 1867 Mar. 11, 1892 Inscription: "Son of J. R. and H. M. Wray" - Research Note: Buried next to Helen M. Wray. Monett Cemetery Records
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WRIGHT, A. D. No Date No Date Research Note: Buried next to Pattie Wright. - Cassville Republican, Barry Co., MO, Thursday, July 12, 1894 - Licensed to Wed: J. L. (James Logan) Woodford, 43, Monett and Mrs. A. (Abbie) D. Wright, 34, Monett. Married on July 10, 1894 in Monett, Barry Co., MO. Monett Cemetery Records
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WRIGHT, Charles Mar. 29, 1885
AR
Apr. 5, 1918
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Inscription: "Age - 33 Yrs - 1 Mo - 7Ds" - Research Note: He was single and a bartender. He was a son of John Wright and Artie Reeves. Edward Wright of Coffeeville, KS, was the informant on the death certificate. - Another Photo Death Certificate
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WRIGHT, Pattie No Date No Date Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried next to A. D. in the Old Section, Block 4, Lot 58, Grave 1, NO STONE. Monett Cemetery Records
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WYOTT, Maude No Date No Date Research Note: Listed by the City of Monett as buried in the Old Section, Block 1, Lot 15, Grave 2. Buried next to Ruben Thomas. Researchers say he married Harriett Wiatt/Wyott on Jan. 3, 1875 in Iron Co. MO. Harriet could be Maude. J. P. Wyott was the lot owner. Monett Cemetery Records
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