Warren, Joyce Ann
July 24, 2010
Joyce Ann Warren, 69, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, July 22, 2010, at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
Joyce was born in St. Joseph on February 16, 1941, and was a lifelong resident. She was a 1959 graduate of Lafayette High School. She married J. L. Warren on July 9, 1960 while she was teaching beauty school at Carl’s Beauty Salon. She later owned and operated The Trend and Joyce Ann’s Beauty Salon.
Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, William and Jessie (Meeks) Dancer and husband, J.L. Warren on November 24, 2002.
Joyce is survived by her son, Michael Warren, St. Joseph, MO; granddaughter, Shyanne Jo Warren, Platte City, MO; brother, Joseph Dancer and wife Margie, of Arkansas; three nieces, Dena Lyford, Leah Thompson and Jodi Jimenez; and two nephews, Douglas Gall and Bryan Dancer.
A “Celebration of Life” memorial service will be held 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel followed by a catered reception to be announced at the Celebration. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Weiser, John Edward “Jack”
July 22, 2010
John Edward “Jack” Weiser, 74, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at a St. Joseph health care center.
Jack was born on July 26, 1935, in St. Joseph, to Charles E. and Charlotte (Olson) Weiser, who preceded him in death. In his early years, he attended the Mary U. Kneipp School for Crippled Children and until recently, Adult Programming at United Cerebral Palsy in St. Joseph. He loved country music and went to many concerts. Jack had many friends in the community and family who loved and cared for him. Until his recent illness, he was happy and healthy. He was patient, compassionate and appreciative. He will be sadly missed.
Survivors include his brother, Richard (Linda) Weiser and sister, Judy (Dave) Heinje, all of St. Joseph, MO; nephews, Rick and Jeff Weiser and niece, Stephanie Clark.
Visitation will begin after 9:00 a.m. Sunday at the Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel, where the family will receive friends 6:00-8:00 p.m. Private graveside services.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to U.C.P. of St. Joseph.
Simon, Stewart Lester “Les”
July 21, 2010
Stewart Lester “Les” Simon, 49, Cosby, Missouri died Tuesday, July 20, 2010.
Les was born October 12, 1960 in St. Joseph, Missouri. He married Ellen Walsh on August 1, 1987. She survives of the home.
Les grew up an active baseball player and loved the outdoors. He worked for ten years with High Life Sales and three years with O’Malley Beverage. He has been owner and operator of the Gun Dog School of Missouri since 1999.
He was always a helpful and kind person who worked hard and wanted his customers to be happy with their dogs.
He was preceded in death by his father, Bob L. Simon and mother Virginia (Gartland) Simon.
Survivors include brother, Rodney J. Simon of Tucson, Arizonia; sisters, Linda L. Casey, Robin A. Modis both of St. Joseph; mother-in-law, Jane Ellen Walsh, Greensboro, North Carolina; brothers and sisters-in-law, Danny and Shannon Walsh, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Mary Pat and Rod Hooker, Wilmington, North Carolina, Tim and Chris Walsh, Hiram, Georgia, John and Erin Harrison, Raleigh, North Carolina, Kelly Stanick, High Point, North Carolina, John and Kerry Chapman, Loveland, Ohio, Sean Walsh, Washington, D.C; and a multitude of nieces and nephews who loved him.
Memorial services 10 am, Friday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 5 to 7 pm at the Simon home in Cosby, Missouri. Arrangements under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel.
Cox, James R.
July 21, 2010
James (Jim) R. Cox, 96, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at a local health care facility.
Jim was born April 10, 1914 to David L. and Hazel (Simpson) Cox, Sr. in Troy, Kansas. He married June Iverson on August 8, 1958; she preceded him in death on January 5, 2002.
He worked for Land Construction Company for over 25 years, retiring May 1, 1976. He also farmed, but his passion was working out in the timber cutting firewood. Jim joined Laborer’s International Union of America Union 579 on June 25, 1953. He joined the Eagles Lodge local Aerie #49 in July of 1972 and served as President during 1980-1981. He also was a member of the Gower Goodtimers and enjoyed the Senior Citizens Dances and going to auctions.
Jim was also preceded in death by his parents; step-mother, Sarah (Reiserer) Cox; one brother and two sisters.
Survivors include daughters, Diane L. Carpenter, Tampa, Florida, Lois K. Whelchel, Indiana; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, including James R. Cox, Savannah, Missouri and Patty Frazier, St. Joseph, who cared
for him in his later years; one brother; and two sisters.
Services 10 am, Saturday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Visitation will begin after 9 am, Friday at our Chapel, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm, Friday evening. Interment Fillmore Cemetery, Fillmore, Missouri.
The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Heart Association.
Lewin, Carrie Sue
July 20, 2010
Carrie Sue Lewin, 39, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, July 18, 2010, at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
Carrie was born on January 9, 1971, in St. Joseph, MO. She was a graduate of Central High School and attended Missouri Western State University. She was a member of Word of Life Church.
Carrie was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Howard & Ellen Coats; paternal grandfather Virgil Fry and maternal grandfather, David Bossler.
Survivors include her son, Shane Lewin, daughter, Clarissa Lewin and granddaughter, Lux McBeth all of St. Joseph, MO; sisters, Tracy (Shannon) Evans and Cassie (Daniel) Johnson, of Stewartsville, MO; mother, Janith Coats, St. Joseph, MO; father, Tom Coats, Fillmore, MO; maternal grandmother, Doris Waldeier, St. Joseph, MO; paternal grandmother, Virginia Fry, Abilene, KS; one niece, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Ms. Lewin has been cremated. Memorial Service 7:00 p.m. Thursday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Arthritis Foundation.
Wylie, Dorothy L.
July 20, 2010
Dorothy L. Cordonnier Wylie, 86, St. Joseph, died July 16. She was born August 21, 1923, in St. Joseph, the daughter of Zed and Elizabeth (Schellhorn) Cordonnier. She attended St. Patrick’s grade school and the Convent of the Sacred Heart.
Dorothy worked at Western Dairy and at Douglas Aircraft before serving in the WAVES at the Naval Hospital in San Diego during WWII. She later worked at Westab before serving as chief clerk of Magistrate Court for 25 years.
She was very active in Democratic politics, serving in various offices and committees of the Buchanan County and Sixth District Democratic Committees and an organizer of the Northwest Missouri Pony Express Democrat Days. She was a Presidential Elector in 1964 and a delegate to the Democratic National Conventions in 1972 and 1976. She was also active in veterans’ affairs, and held several offices, including Commander, at American Legion Post 359. She was a member of the flag-folding funeral detail at Post 359, and she and her husband were the only husband-wife flag-folding team for the American Legion in the U.S. She was involved in many other organizations, including St. Patrick’s Mothers’ Club, Christian Brothers Patroness Club, LeBlond P.T.A., Patee House Museum, St. Ann’s Altar Society, Daughters of Isabella, Ladies of Charity, American Business Women’s Association, St. Joseph Chapter of Legal Secretaries, Elizabeth Prescott Club, Soroptimist Club, St. Joseph Museum, Pony Express National Memorial Museum, Union Pacific Old Timers Auxiliary, and Ambassadors Club of Missouri Western.
In 1996, Dorothy and Dwane were honored by the St. Joseph News-Press as People Who Make a Difference in St. Joseph, and they also received awards for St. Joseph Civic Recognition, Tourism Convention Bureau, Outstanding Contribution to the Life and Work of the Church and Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph, and the Jerry Litton Award from the Sixth District Democratic Committee.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dwane Wylie, Sr., her parents, two sisters, Elizabeth Hurst and Danette “Tootie” Thomson, and three brothers, George Cordonnier, Bill Cordonnier and James Cordonnier.
Survivors include her son, Dwane Wylie, Jr., and wife, Connie Westhoff of New York City; her daughter, Mary Lou Wylie, and husband, Lennis Echterling, of Harrisonburg, VA; three grandchildren and two step-grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 20, at St. Patrick’s Church, under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery, St. Joseph. Rosary by Daughters of Isabella and Ladies of Charity 4:00 p.m. Monday afternoon. the family will receive friends on Monday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., with a parish rosary at 7:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 1813 South 12th Street, St. Joseph, MO 64503.
Parker Keatley, Helen
July 20, 2010
The matriarch of her family and a mentor to all, Helen Parker Keatley passed away on July 17. She will be sorely missed. Helen taught us how to live our lives through her love, grace, and faith. Her zest for life, her belief in goodness, and her loyalty and generosity never wavered. She will be long remembered and cherished by her family, friends, students and countless others whose lives she has touched.
Helen was born to Herman and Meta Schemmer on June 3, 1917, in Kingfisher, Oklahoma.. She was one of four sisters who remained close their entire lives: the Schemmer girls, Laura, Leona, Helen, and Marie. The family moved to St Joseph, Missouri, where she grew up and attended Lafayette High School. She married Harold Parker in1941 and in 1951 they relocated to Bakersfield CA where they raised their three children Kathleen, Robert, and John. Helen was active in her children’s schools and her church and also graduated summa com laude from Fresno State College. She taught twenty years at William Penn Elementary School and was Bakersfield’s Teacher of the Year. After being a widow for ten years, she married Robert Keatley, someone she had known since childhood in St. Joseph. They were married for thirteen years and enjoyed the merging of the Keatley and Parker families.
Helen will be remembered as an extraordinary sister, wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. She had a radiant smile and sparkling eyes and a sense of joy. She picnicked on the roof with grandkids, invited her classes to her home, celebrated family Christmases with a round table that sat twenty, and, later in life, traveled miles to be with her family.
Helen is survived by her husband Robert Keatley and his family: her brother-in-law Dick Keatley, her step-children Alice “Ali” (John) Wray, Robert (MaryJo) Keatley Jr, and Barbara Morgan; grandchildren Bob(Brenda) Wray, Stacy(Shon) Petitt, Debbie(Chad) Cotter, Jenny Wray, Bo(Connor), Benton, and Tucker Keatley, and Keith Morgan; great-grandchildren Caitlin and Boston Wray, Skylar and Samantha Petitt, and Keatley and Jenna Cotter. In California Helen is survived by her sister Marie, her children Kathleen Newman, Robert (Claudia) Parker, John (Christine) Parker, five grandchildren , four great- grandchildren, and two nephews and their families.
A special thanks to Ali Wray, the twins Debbie and Jenny, Keatley and Jenna, and her good friend Emma Coates who were part of her daily life in St. Joseph.
Services to celebrate Helen’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday at Wyatt Park Christian Church in St. Joseph.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Bonebrake, Dr. Cullen G.
July 16, 2010
Dr. Cullen Bonebrake, 89, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, July 14, 2010, at a local health care center.
Dr. Bonebrake was born on February 25, 1921, in Newell, Iowa, to Arthur and Laura (Grau) Bonebrake. Raised in Newell, his family then moved to Diagonal, Iowa, where he finished high school, and then graduated from University of Iowa. During WW II, he served as a pilot in the Army Air Corp. Following his honorable discharge, he graduated from Illinois College of Optometry, in Chicago.
He married Helen V. Booker on June 2, 1947, in Mexia, Texas. To this union, four sons were born. Following graduation, they moved to St. Joseph in 1947 and he began his lifelong, fifty years practice in Optometry.
Dr. Bonebrake was a member of Christ Episcopal Church; Royal Order of Jesters, Moila, St. Joseph Country Club; American Optometric Association and Missouri Optometric Association.
Dr. Bonebrake was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Helen; two brothers, Dr. Arden Bonebrake and Rev. Boyd Bonebrake and one son, Tom Bonebrake.
Survivors include three sons, Jim Bonebrake and wife Donna, Plattsburg, MO, Dr. Jack Bonebrake, St. Joseph, MO and Dr. Bob Bonebrake and wife Katie, Omaha, NE; grandchildren, Jeff, Kate, Aex, Zane, Emma, Abby, Ben, Sam, Tom and Jack; great-grandchildren, Kaylie and Maeci; and two sisters, Jean Friesen, Upland, IN and Anne Lord and husband Jack, Dallas, TX.
Burial Rite 10:30 a.m. Friday at Christ Episcopal Church, under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel, St. Joseph. Inurnment to follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, St. Joseph. The family invites you to join them following the inurnment, for a reception at Christ Episcopal Church.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions to the Salvation Army.
Hart, Jr., Michael A.
July 16, 2010
Michael A. Hart, Jr., 44, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, July 14, 2010 from injuries he sustained in a motor vehicle accident.
Michael was born June 17, 1966 in Maysville, Kentucky. He graduated from Bishop LeBlond High School in 1984 and attended Missouri Western State University.
Michael married Kristen Renea (Cardwell) in 1988 at Wyatt Park Christian Church, she survives of the home. He worked at Quaker Oats for 13 years before going to work at Cintas, Inc. He loved coaching and coached the Outlaws baseball team for many years. Michael loved his family, friends and life. He will be sadly missed.
Additional survivors include; daughters, Heather Renea Hart, Haley Michelle Hart; son, Michael Allen Hart, III, all of the home; grandson, Brayden Nolan; parents, Michael Sr. and Patti, St. Joseph; sisters, Cynthia Hart, Kansas City, Missouri, Jamie (Skyler) Smith, Saratoga Springs, New York; brothers, Shawn (Kristi) Lorenz, Scott (Tonya) Hart; mother-in-law, Rebecca Allen, all of St. Joseph; sister-in-law, Lois (Charlie Newton) Wilkerson, Phoenix, Arizona; brother-in-law, Mark (Cindy) Wilkerson, Maysville, Missouri; numerous nieces and nephews.
Services 11 am, Monday Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Visitation will begin after 9 am, Sunday at our Chapel, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm Sunday evening, with a rosary at 6pm.
Brizendine, Delpha “Dell”
July 13, 2010
Delpha “Dell” L. Brizendine, 96, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, July 9, 2010 at a local healthcare center.
Delpha was born November 8, 1913 to Charles and Zona (West) Wiser in Russellville, Missouri.
Delpha married Everett Brizendine, Sr.in 1934, and he preceded her in death in 1990. She was a homemaker and a member of Clarksdale First Baptist Church.
Delpha was also preceded by her parents; son, Everett “Bud” L. Brizendine, Jr.; nine brothers and sisters.
Survivors include sons, Dale Brizendine and wife, Mary, Clarksdale, Missouri, Terry Brizendine and wife, Jimmye, Cameron, Missouri; daughter, Shirley Meeks-Terry and husband, L.E., Clarksdale, Missouri; nine grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; great-great grandchildren; and brother-in-law, Dwight Akin.
Services 10 a.m., Tuesday at Clarksdale First Baptist Church. Visitation will begin after 10 a.m. Monday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith and Sidenfaden Chapel, where the family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday evening. Interment Bethel Cemetery,
Helena, Missouri.
The family suggests memorial contributions to Inter-Serv, Disabled American Veterans or American Red Cross.
Karkuth, Helen B.
July 10, 2010
Overland Park, KS -Helen Berniece (Sommers) Karkuth, 98, formerly of St. Joseph, MO, passed away Thursday, July 8, 2010, at a health care center in Overland Park.
Helen was born in St. Joseph, on October 6, 1911, to John I. and Theresa (Jankowski) Sommers. She attended St. Peter & Paul School and was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church. She volunteered her time as a seamstress. Helen worked for National Biscuit Company and Westab in St. Joseph.
She married Frederick Karkuth, Jr. and they raised their family. Frederick passed away in 1988. She was also preceded in death by her parents; five brothers, Larry, Victor, John, Frank and Edward Sommers; and one sister, Margaret Beers.
Helen is survived by two daughters, Shirley Haffner, Prairie Village, KS and Barbara Gillip, Overland Park, KS; and one granddaughter, Angela Haffner, Leawood, KS.
Mass of Christian Burial 1:00 p.m. Monday at Horigan Chapel. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. The family will receive friends 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph.
Petersen, Veronica “Bonnie”
July 9, 2010
Veronica “Bonnie” Petersen, 72, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, July 8, 2010, at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
Veronica was born in Shenandoah, Iowa, on October 18, 1937, to Peter Hans and Georgetta (Kelso) Petersen. She had been a resident of St. Joseph since 1955.
Veronica was a 1956 graduate of Central High School in St. Joseph, Platt College of Commerce, then joined the Army WACS. She also worked at Methodist Hospital for many years, until her retirement. She enjoyed family, friends and her animals.
She was preceded in death by her parents; step-father, Clifford Beasley and one brother, Wendell Dewey.
Survivors include one brother, Charles (Yvonne) Petersen , Clarksdale, MO; step-sister, Jodi (Pete) Halamar of St. Joseph and many nieces and nephews.
Ms. Petersen has been cremated. Memorial Services 2:00 p.m. Sunday, July 18, 2010, at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel, with visitation one hour prior to the services.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Arthritis Foundation.
Sharp, Juanita R.
July 8, 2010
Juanita R. Sharp, 81, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, July 06, 2010 at her home.
Juanita was born November 14, 1928 to George S. and Opal F. (Cavey) Sherman in St. Joseph. She was a member of Patee Park Baptist Church and also enjoyed attending Grace Evangelical Church. Juanita worked at Leon’s Nursing Home and St. Joseph State Hospital.
Juanita was preceded in death by sons, James Smith, Milton Sharp, Jr.; parents; six brothers; and four sisters.
Survivors include son, Steve Sherman of the home, daughters, Karen Robinett, Sheila Sharp, Jennifer Kendel, Frances (Ronnie) Moss, Lisa (Ed) Kendall, all of St. Joseph; son, Patrick W. Sharp of Kansas City; numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren; brother, Tom Sherman, of McCallister, Oklahoma; Sister, Thelma Dutton, of St. Joseph.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, with a Memorial Service at 7 p.m. at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel.
Graveside inurnment 11 a.m., Saturday Memorial Park Cemetery. Ms. Sharp has been cremated.
The family suggests memorial contributions to A. L. S. Foundation.
You have touched so many hearts. You will be in ours Forever.
Hankins, Floyd “Pete”
July 7, 2010
Floyd “Pete” Hankins, Sr., 59, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday, July 5, 2010 at a local hospital.
Floyd was born August 28, 1950 to Richard Franklin and Helen (Rippeto) Hankins in Cabot, Arkansas. He served his country in
the United States Marine Corps. and had been a self-employed general contractor for 30 years.
Floyd married Linda Jacobs on March 8, 1969 in St. Joseph, she survives of the home.
Preceding Floyd in death were his father; his “pappy” and “nanna”, Floyd and Helen Hall; one brother, David Cox.
Additional survivors include mother, Helen Woods; daughter, Wendy Coffelt and her husband, Troy of Ravenwood, Missouri; son, Floyd
“Pete” Lee Hankins, Jr and his wife, Kenna of Mansfield, Texas; daughter, Misty Kaiser and her husband, Chuck of St. Joseph; eight
grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; brother, Richard Hankins; and numerous other family.
Memorial services 10 a.m., Thursday Calvary Baptist Church, 731 North 22nd Street, St. Joseph, Missouri. Mr. Hankins has
been cremated under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. There will be no visitation at our Chapel,
however a register book will be available to sign.
Dodson, Gwanetha A.
July 7, 2010
Gwanetha A. Dodson, 90, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2010 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
Gwanetha was born in Darlington, Missouri on February 29, 1920 to James and Edith McMillian. Gwanetha lived most of her life in the
Maysville/Oak area.
She was a very strong woman, who gave her life to her family by raising her four children on her own. She loved animals, but most
especially loved her family.
Gwanetha was preceded in death by her parents; sister; and her daughter, Margaret Young.
Survivors include her sons, Larry Parkhurst and wife, Renee, Jim Parkhurst and wife, Doty; daughter, Carolyn Kiyama and husband, Ted; ten grandchildren; and thirteen great-grandchildren.
Graveside services and Interment 2 p.m., Thursday at Grandview Cemetery, Albany, Missouri under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. There will be no visitation at our Chapel, however a register book will be available to sign.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Grandview Cemetery perpetual care fund, 201 West Clay, Albany, Missouri 64402.
Brenner, George W.
July 6, 2010
George Washington Benner, Jr. “J.R.”, 63, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully in his sleep, while at his home, surrounded by his family after a lengthy battle with cancer.
J.R. was born on December 6, 1946, to George Washington Benner, Sr. and Nadine Benner-Joslin.
George and Deana Kay Embrey were married on March 21, 1986. She survives of the home, along with their son, Ian George Benner. Also surviving, are daughters, Kellie R. Benner, St. Joseph, MO, Angela Harris Karl, Amazonia, MO, Tabatha Clements and her husband Jeffrey of Savannah, MO; Angel Benner of St. Joseph and his son, Jacob Benner and Mandi Pulley of Savannah, MO; seventeen grandchildren, Mathieu Smith, Nathanial Gann, Patrik Patton, Wyatt Roberts, MyKayla Roberts, Patrick Karl, III, Makinze Karl, Jesica Phelan, Alexander Phelan, Kara Allison, Karlie Carpenter, Mariah Benner, J.C. Scott, Jacob Benner, Jr., Payton Scott, Annabelle Benner and Nicholas Benner; one great-grandchild, Aerin Smith; sister, Barbara Reed and husband Paul, Amazonia, MO and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins and many lifelong friends.
J.R. was preceded in death by his father; niece, Heather Gross and step-father Edward Joslin.
J.R. worked for several factories in his lifetime. He was a night supervisor at Blue Side and was a laborer at Johnson Controls. He drove a delivery truck to area businesses which he enjoyed. He also worked as an exterminator. He had a passion for old cars and motorcycles and loved to go to car shows in the area. He was a longtime member of the Pony Express Van Club.
He enjoyed being a stay-at-home Dad for Ian. He loved being around his kids and grandkids, whom he loved. He enjoyed the time he spent with his mother, going out to eat. He also was very fond of the Burger King gang on St. Joseph Avenue
There will be no visitation, but a memorial service is being planned for a later date
Lopez, Dorothy H.
July 6, 2010
Dorothy H. Lopez, 84, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away on Sunday, July 4, 2010 at the local hospital.
Dorothy was born on September 9, 1925 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Henry J. and Gladys N. (Hargis) Meyers. She married Dallis E. Lopez on April 29, 1944 in Troy, Kansas, He preceded her in death on April 23, 1997. She was also preceded by two sons, Dana G. Lopez and Dennis H. Lopez.
Dorothy was the head of the House Keeping Department at the Ramada Inn.
She is survived by her children, Dawnetta (Lopez) Griffin, David A. Lopez, Duane L. Lopez all of St. Joseph, Missouri and Danny E. Lopez of Yucca Valley, California; one brother, Bill E. Meyers of Garfield, Arkansas; one sister, Patricia A. Bales of St. Joseph, Missouri; 23 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Lopez has been cremated under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00pm Friday evening at our chapel. Inurnment will be held at a later date at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Hindery, Mary Wanda
July 6, 2010
Mary “Wanda” (Mitchell) Hindery, 87, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, July 3, 2010, at Corby Place Senior Living.
Wanda is survived by children Richard Hindery, of Chicago, IL, Mary Jane Hindery Rittenhouse of Lisle, IL, Patrick (Bill) Hindery of St. Joseph, MO,Margie Hindery Shean, of Grand Junction, CO, Anne Hindery of Omaha, NE. Wanda is survived by sisters, Charlyne Bell of St. Joseph, Patricia Huycke, of Lansing, KS, and Peggy Stone of Forest City, MO and brother Bob Mitchell of Omaha, NE. Wanda was a beloved grandmother of seventeen and great-grandmother of five who will be missed dearly.
Wanda was born March 30, 1923, in Fortescue, MO. She was preceded in death by her husband Bill, her parents, Leroy and Katie Fitzmaurice Mitchell, infant daughter Virginia Claire and daughter Barbara Hindery Ness, brothers, Charlie, Jim, Leroy “Buster” and Paul Mitchell
Nothing was more important to Wanda than her family. From helping to raise her younger brothers and sisters and later her own six children, Wanda ensured a strong sense of personal responsibility, ethics and a commitment to family.
Wanda was a member of the 1941 graduating class from Sacred Heart Convent. Wanda married her high school sweetheart and the love of her life, Bill, her husband of sixty-six years, at the St. Mary’s Orphanage in 1942. A trailblazer for her generation, Wanda was a well-respected long time St. Joe business owner. Wanda and her late husband Bill, owned and operated Bill’s Coast-to-Coast hardware store in South End and later owned Heitman Mattress Company for over two decades and were equal partners in business, raising the family and life.
Wanda will be cremated under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel, St. Joseph. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Horigan Chapel at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. James Catholic Church or the Cathedral of St. Joseph.
A small memorial gathering will be held this week at the Corby Place Senior Living (233-4000).
The family would also like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the caregivers and staff of Hands of Hope Hospice, Silver Linings and the staff at Corby Place Senior Living.
Abernathy, Betty Lee
July 6, 2010
Betty Lee Abernathy, 81, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, July 4, 2010, at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
Betty was born in St. Joseph, Missouri, on July 1, 1929, to Otto J. and Lena E. (James) Roesing. She had lived in Andrew County most of her life. She was a homemaker and a member of Faith United Church.
She married George Ray Abernathy on March 1, 1947, in Troy, Kansas. He passed away on March 19, 2005. She was also preceded in death by her parents and one son, Dennis Lee Abernathy.
Survivors include her daughter, Rayetta Schweder and husband Timothy, Monett, MO; daughter-in-law, Susan Abernathy, Savannah, MO; grandchildren, Amy Weiser and husband Richard, Heather Emmendorfer and husband Brian, Raychel Phillippe and husband Ryan, Timothy Andrew Schweder and wife Tessa and Roger Abernathy and wife Rita; great-grandchildren, Erica, Kyle, Kendall, Gage, Addison, Reed, Ryder, Kaden and Blake and one brother, L.T. Roesing, Cosby, MO.
Services 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Pastor Earnestine Blakely officiating. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Joseph, MO.
Visitation will begin after 1:00 p.m. Tuesday where the family will receive friends 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday evening.
Pallbearers were Rick Weiser, Brian Emmendorfer, Ryan Phillippe, Timothy Andrew Schweder, Roger Abernathy and Kyle Weiser.
Wells, Deloris Mae
July 6, 2010
Deloris Mae Wells, 72, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 3, 2010, at her home.
Mrs. Wells was born in Harrison County, MO, on February 22, 1938, to Loren and Mary Landes. She graduated from South Harrison High School in Bethany, and on April 20, 1957, she married William “Bill” Wells.
Mrs. Wells worked at DeVoy-Baker Insurance for many years. Mrs. Wells enjoyed quilting and spending time with her family. She was a Christian.
Survivors include husband, Bill; daughters and sons-in-law, Jodie and Terry Meschke of St. Joseph, MO and Anita and Stan Lagemann of Flower Mound, TX; son, Gary Wells of Liberty, MO; grandchildren, Sarah and Aaron Meschke, Collin and Megan Lagemann and Jacob and Jordan Wells; brother and sister-in-law, Nolan and Nadine Landes; and sisters and brothers-in-law, Elaine and Dick Stanley and Pat and Carl Folgate.
Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, July 6 at 12:00 noon at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Charles Beyer officiating. Interment 3:00 p.m. Tuesday at Morris Chapel Cemetery in Bethany, MO. Joe Hendren officiating.
Visitation after 1:00 p.m. Monday at the Chapel, where the family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday. The family suggests memorial contributions to Heartland Hands of Hope Hospice.
Pallbearers: Aaron Meschke, Collin Lagemann, Jacob Wells, Jordan Wells, Terry Meschke and Stan Lagemann.
Hare, Michael
July 3, 2010
Michael O’Sullivan Hare, 70, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away from this life on Thursday, July 1, 2010 playing golf, the game he loved.
Michael was born to William and Frances (O’Sullivan) Hare in Kansas City, Kansas, who preceded him in death. In 1956 he graduated from De La Salle High School. He retired from Southwestern Bell.
Michael married Mary Ann Carey June 10, 1961 in Kansas City, Missouri, she survives of the home. He was a member Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and Fairview Golf Course.
Survivors include two daughters, Elizabeth (Chad) Buckles, Kathleen (Phillip) Grint; three grandchildren, Michael, Christopher, Kiernan; one great-grandson, Christopher Ryan, Jr.; two brothers, William and Patrick Hare; three sisters, Jane Markwell, Linda Ahrens and Kathleen Hare.
Mass of Christian Burial 10 am, Tuesday Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Visitation will begin after 9am, Monday at our Chapel, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm Monday evening. Rosary at 7 pm. Graveside Service 2 pm, Tuesday Calvary Cemetery, Kansas City, Missouri.
The family suggests memorial contributions to St. Joseph Catholic School Alliance.