Atkins, Barbara
August 30, 2011
Barbara Ann Atkins, 71, of Rea, Missouri, passed away Monday, August 29, 2011 at her home after a long battle with cancer. Her family was by her
side.
Barbara was born on December 25, 1939 in Barnard, Missouri. Her parents were Cecil, Sr. and Alma (Carter) Clements. They preceded her in death. She was also predeceased by a brother, Cecil Clements, Jr. and four
grandchildren.
Barbara was a cook at North Andrew High School for 15 years. She also worked as Deputy Assessor of Andrew County for 20 years, before retiring.
Barbara was active as a central committee member of the Andrew County Republican Party for several years and a member of the Rosendale Christian Church.
Barbara was married to her high school sweetheart , Larry L. Atkins, on April 25, 1958, he survives of the home.
Additional survivors include, sons, Bryan (Glenna), Darryl, of Rea; Monty (Wendy), of Bolckow, Missouri, Kent (Mary) of Rea; brother, Garland (Lonnie) Clements of St. Joseph, Missouri; sister, Shirley Kay Moutray of Savannah, Missouri; grandchildren, Dustin, Ariel, Colby, Heather, Zachary, Bryan Tyler Atkins; numerous nieces; nephews; cousins; and friends.
Services 10:30 am, Friday at Rosendale Christian Church, Rosendale, Missouri. Visitation will begin after 9 am, Thursday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm, Thursday evening. Interment Savannah Cemetery, Savannah.
The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Pike, Margaret L.
August 24, 2011
Margaret L. Pike
1924-2011
Margaret L. Pike, 87, Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, August 22, 2011, at the local hospital.
Margaret was born on April 23, 1924 in Faucett, Missouri to William and Maudie Gentry.
Margaret married William “Bill” Pike on June 23, 1941 in Savannah, Missouri. He passed away on December 21, 2006. She was also preceded by her parents and nine brothers and sisters.
Margaret was a care provider and a member of the Word of Life Church in Saint Joseph, Missouri.
Survivors include son, Richard (Nancy) Pike, daughter, Deborah A. Kerns, all of Saint Joseph, MO; son, Terry L. Pike and Fiancé Terry J. Rhodes, of Clinton, MO; six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services 11:00 am Friday, at The Word of Life Church. Interment Sparta Cemetery, Faucett, Missouri.
Visitation will begin after 9:00 am Thursday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel, where the family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.
Timmons, Michael Duane
August 21, 2011
Michael Duane Timmons
1958-2011
Michael Duane Timmons, 53, passed away Saturday, August 20, 2011, at his home, in Saint Joseph, Missouri.
Michael was born on July 19, 1958 to Charles and Bess Timmons, in Saint Joseph, Missouri.
Michael was employed at Stone Container for over 25 years.
Survivors include sons, Aaron Timmons, Saint Joseph; Brycen Timmons, Columbia, MO; Brothers; Ricky, Charles, and Steven Timmons; sister Donna McDowell and granddaughter Haylee Timmons.
Michael is preceded in death by his parents and daughter Amanda Timmons.
Services 10:00 am Wednesday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel.
Visitation will begin 10:00 am Tuesday with the family to receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 pm that evening.
Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery
Harmon, Rita J.
August 20, 2011
Rita J. Harmon
1954 – 2011
Rita J. (Leonard) Harmon, 56, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, August 18, 2011, at her home.
Rita was born in Milan, Missouri, on September 5, 1954, to Carroll and Norma (Davis) Leonard. She was a 1972 graduate of Newtown-Harris High School and received her BS degree in nursing from MO Western State University in 1992. For seventeen years, she worked as a surgical nurse at Heartland Regional Medical Center, in St. Joseph.
Rita married Alvin Lee Harmon on October 12, 1994, in St. Joseph. He passed away on March 23, 2009. She was also preceded in death by her father.
Survivors include her son, Ryan Barker, St. Joseph, MO; two daughters, Christa (Greg) Obucina, Troy, Illinois and Alica (Shane) Hauser, St. Joseph, MO; mother, Norma (Davis) Leonard; step-sons, Josh and Aaron Barker; brother, Sgt. Major Kevin (Stacy) Leonard and their children, Jonathon and Lauren; mother-in-law, Chris Harman, sisters-in-law, Karen Sue (George) Auten, Cheryl Fowler and Charlene (Rick) Colorado; and many, many, loving friends.
Mrs. Harmon has been cremated. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, August 27, 2011, at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. The family will receive friends at the Chapel two hours prior to the service. Private family inurnment in Bolckow, MO Cemetery, at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer
Society.
White, Pearl C.
August 18, 2011
Pearl C. White
1911 – 2011
Agency, MO – Pearl C. (Kessler) White, 100, passed away Wednesday, August 17, 2011, at her home.
Pearl was born on May 25, 1911, to John and Mary (Wiedmaier) Kessler at Clarksdale, MO, where she resided until moving to St. Joseph in 1959.
On September 27, 1936, she married Clarence “Skinny” White. He died in October, 1983. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Harriet Kulak in October 2006.
Pearl retired from Kresges in 1977. She attended Seven Dolors Catholic Church, in Hurlingen, MO, where she was a member of the Altar Society.
She is survived by one daughter, Mary K.Ward; five grandchildren, Kevin (Mary)Ward, Kerry Ward, Lisa ( Kent) Erickson, Michael (Vickie) Wilcox and Vicki (Greg) Wendt; and seven great-grandchildren, Rachel, Ashley, Amanda, and Ryan Ward and Lauren, Andrea and Kirsten Erickson.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Saturday at Horigan Chapel with entombment in Mt. Olivet Mausoleum
Visitation will begin after 12:00 noon Friday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel, where the family will receive friends 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday evening, with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m..
The family suggests memorial contributions to St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hurlingen, MO.
Lewis, Mary Jane
August 18, 2011
Mary Jane Lewis
1941-2011
Mary Jane Lewis, 69, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away on Monday, August 15, 2011 at a local healthcare facility.
Mary was born on December 3, 1941 in Saint Joseph, Missouri to Roy and Elsie Knapp.
She married Fred Joseph Lewis on February 19, 1959. He preceded her in death on November 25, 2004. She is also preceded by her parents, one sister and four brothers.
Mary Jane was a homemaker and co-owner, with her husband, of Lewis APCO Service Station.
Mary Jane is survived by several nieces and nephews.
Services 1:00 pm Friday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will begin after 1:00 pm Thursday, where the family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.
Kennedy, Rosa M.
August 17, 2011
Rosa May Kennedy
1922-2011
Rosa May Kennedy, 88 passed away Tuesday evening August 16th at a local health care facility. She was born August 25, 1922 in Andrew County, Missouri to the late Orval and Ada Rauch. On October 5th 1942 she married Robert W. Kennedy.
During World War II she was employed at Whitaker Cable and later at Nellie Don. After her son was born, she worked from home as a seamstress for Hodson Cleaners and Pressed 4 Time.
She was preceded in death by her husband Robert of 49 years, brothers Bill, John and Don Rauch, and sister Susie Diggs.
She is survived by her son Robert “Michael” and Tammy Kennedy and beloved dog Maggie.
Services 10:00 am Friday, August 19, 2011 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel.
Visitation begins at 11:00 am Thursday where the family received friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Friends of the Animal Shelter or Charity of the donor’s choice.
Spangler, Helen
August 16, 2011
Helen Spangler
1927-2011
Helen Virginia (Slaybaugh) Spangler, 84, of St. Joseph, passed away August 8, 2011, in her own home.
Helen was born March 21, 1927 to Guy and Ruth (Brumm) Slaybaugh, Hemple, MO. Helen graduated from Central High School.
She received her Bachelor of Science Degree from KU, where she met her husband. She was a medical technologist at Thompson-Brumm-Knepper Clinic and the Sister’s Hospital.
Helen married Donald Spangler on June 18, 1949 in St. Joseph, MO
When Helen was young she played for the All-City Orchestra and later, became a member of the Women’s Circle of the First Christian Church and served as its treasurer.
She is preceded in death by her husband and parents.
She is survived by her daughter Janet and, son-in-law, William Wymore and granddaughter Jennifer Wymore, of Keg River, Alberta, Canada; and numerous cousins.
Services at 11:00 am Monday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith Chapel. Dr. David Mason Officiating. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery.
Visitation will begin after 9:00 am Monday. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service.
The family suggests memorial contributions to the Arthritis Foundation, American Heart and Stroke Association, or to the donor’s favorite animal shelter.
Holmes, Archie D.
August 12, 2011
Archie D. Holmes
1932-2011
Archie D. Holmes went home to be with his lord, Sunday, August 7, 2011, at Shepherd’s Residential Care Center, in St. Joseph.
Archie was born on September 7, 1932 to Elmer David and Minnie Mae (Roach) Holmes and was raised in Worth County, Missouri
Archie joined the Army in 1950 and was in the 11th Airborne division during the Korean Conflict.
He was married to Glenda Gale Ashworth, March 24, 1956. She preceded him in death on January 29, 1999.
Survivors include, son, Michael Holmes, of St Joseph; daughter, Patsy Goodlet, of St. Joseph; grandchildren Russell Wayne Helton and Marissa Monia Holmes; sisters, Terry Kline, of St. Joseph, Evelyn Myers of Savannah, MO, Nancy Parelius, of Maine; and numerous nieces and nephews
He was also preceded by his parents, wife, infant grand daughter Melissa LaVon Gastineau, and 3 brothers and 3 sisters.
Archie retired April 1989 after 31 years with the St. Joseph Fire Department retiring as a Captain.
Archie was a member of Wyatt Park Christian Church, American Legion Post 359, and the Eagles Lodge #42. Archie loved to dance and play cards.
Service will be held 2:00 pm at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Visitation will begin after 2:00 pm Tuesday, August 9, 2011. Where the family will receive friends and family from 6-8 pm
The family suggests memorial contributions be made out to Alzheimer’s Association or 2nd Harvest Food Bank.
Brazzell, Roy E.
August 12, 2011
Roy E. Brazzell
1925-2011
Roy E. Brazzell, 86, passed away Sunday, August 7, at a St. Joseph nursing home. Roy was born on April 29, 1925, in Ridgeway, Missouri, to Dee and Hazel (Gillpatrick) Brazzell.
Roy joined the Navy in 1943 and the Air Force in 1948. After being honorably discharged from service, Roy then married his wife, Ila May Stabe, on June 13, 1956. Roy was a toolmaker for ADCO for over 33 years until his retirement in 1989.
Roy is preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Kathy Kelly, and brother, Robert Brazzell
Roy was also a member of the V.F.W #1668 and attended the Family Worship Center.
He is survived by his wife, son, Dan (June) Brazzell, of St. Joseph; daughters Karen Manlove, of Kansas City; and Debra (Dennis) Schoenfeldt, of Shawnee, KS; brother, Kenneth (Alice) Brazzell, of St. Joseph; and 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren
Chapel service 2:00 pm Saturday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith and Sidenfaden Chapel. Interment at Memorial Park Cemetery
Visitation will begin at 9:00 am Friday. The family will receive friends and family one hour prior to service
The family suggests memorial contribution to American Cancer Society
Dryer, Pauline Rose “Mimi”
August 12, 2011
Pauline Rose “Mimi” Dryer
1923 – 2011
Love, family and faith,–words to describe Pauline Rose “Mimi” Dryer who was called to heaven on August 6, 2011 at the age of 88. Born May 21, 1923 to Frank and Helen Slibowski, she and her nine siblings were raised in a small but loving home in “Goosetown” St. Joseph. Growing up in the midst of the Great Depression her family experienced hardships common to the nation. Pauline’s father and brothers helped provide for the family by working in President Roosevelt’s New Deal. And, when war came, she grieved the loss of her brother, Frank, killed while serving in Europe. Yet, despite hard times, Pauline spoke fondly of her childhood, noting that she never wanted for anything and appreciated the importance of family, sacrifice and faith.
Shortly after the war, a handsome sailor asked for Pauline’s hand in marriage. Their relationship began at a local skating rink when Arthur suppressed his nervousness to tap Pauline on the shoulder and say hello. This small act of courage began a lifelong partnership which spanned more than six and one-half decades and resulted in 4 children, 12 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Arthur and Pauline celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary three days before her passing.
Pauline derived happiness through her family, and strength through her Catholic faith. “Mimi” to her grandchildren, was known for her warm hugs and generous nature. Mimi’s house was a place of warmth, friendship and counsel. Supportive without being judgmental, and quick with a laugh, Mimi never let anyone leave her home with an empty belly or empty heart. “Sit down and relax,” she would say, “let’s enjoy a cup of coffee.”
Her faith was unwavering. A regular attendee of mass at the Cathedral of St. Joseph, she never turned away a deserving charity. She believed in the goodness of every person and that we are all children of God, deserving of love. When she became unable to attend regular mass, she continued to say her daily rosary. In fact, the rosary was the instrumental symbol of her faith. She took great pride in her small collection of rosaries originating from all over the world. Her prayers were known to help loved ones through illness, crisis, and other hard times.
Mimi’s most greatest talent was making every person she met feel special. Comfort meals in her kitchen, her generosity, good humor and loving demeanor will live on in our memories.
She was proceeded in death by her parents, Frank and Helen Slibowski, siblings Edward, Dorothy Gardner, Frank, William, and Thaddeus.
She is survived by her husband Arthur, for whom her admiration and heartfelt affection never wavered over their 65 years together. Siblings Agnes Mollus, Marianne Fee and James. Sons, Paul (Elvita), David (Joyce), and Mark. Daughter, Mary (Mark) Christopher. Grandchildren Doug, Marc, Nathan, Sara, Paula, Edward, Danielle, Nicole, Laura, Jacob, Madison, and Josh, and nine great-grandchildren.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 am Wednesday at Cathedral of St. Joseph.
Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery.
Visitation will begin after 12:00 noon Tuesday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Rosary 6:00 pm Tuesday evening, the family will receive friends following the rosary until 8:30 pm.
The family suggests memorial contributions to Cathedral of St. Joseph
Stephens, Maxine
August 12, 2011
Maxine (Plummer) Stephens
1926 – 2011
Maxine (Plummer) Stephens, 84, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, August 4, 2011, at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
Maxine was born in St. Joseph on December 6, 1926, to Frederick and Elizabeth (Schoenborn) Ritter. She attended Benton High School. Maxine married Charles Plummer and they later divorced. She then married Robert Vern Stephens on July 9, 1967, in St. Joseph. He passed away on August 23, 1997. She was also preceded in death by her parents; brother, Paul Ritter; sister, Marie Babb and one nephew, Russell.
Maxine worked at Whitaker Cable Co. until her retirement. She loved gardening and her dog Tippi.
Survivors include her daughter, Cecelia Marti (Ernie), St. Joseph, MO; four grandchildren, Janice Halbirt (Chris), Chuck Marti (Denise), Ted Marti, Ernie Marti, Jr. (Dawn); great-grandchildren, Gage, Madison, Paden, Buddy, Holly, Teddy, Shane, Josh, Crystal, Amber and Dakota; five great-great-grandchildren and four nieces, Paula, Juanita, Connie and Pam.
Prayer Service 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Father Joseph Totton officiating. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Visitation will begin after 12:00 noon Monday at the Chapel, where the family will receive friends 6:00-8:00 p.m. Monday evening. Rosary 5:00 p.m. Monday.
The family suggests memorials to St. James Catholic Church.
Pallbearers: Ernie Marti, Ted Marti, Chuck Marti, Dakota Marti, Chris Halbirt, Shane Marti and Gage Halbirt.
Maxwell, Ray E.
August 9, 2011
Ray E. Maxwell, 78, Rosendale, Missouri passed away Sunday, August 7, 2011 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
Ray was born August 8, 1932 in Fillmore, Missouri to Carl and Leona (Foreman) Maxwell. He graduated from Breathitt High School in Jackson, Kentucky and attended trade school in Maryville, Missouri. He served his country in the Marines from May 28, 1952 to May 28, 1955.
Ray was a mechanic for 40 years, working at Swifts and Dugdale’s Packing, Lawrence’s gas station and Hanks Auto. He was an active member of the American Legion Dick Munkres Post 287.
Ray married Artie Butler on February 18, 1954, she survives of the home.
Ray was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Carl W. Maxwell, Jr.
Additional survivors include sons, Paul Maxwell, James (Jeanne) Maxwell, all of Savannah, Missouri; daughter, Vivian (William) Smith, Downers Grove, Illinois; brother, Wayne (Dottie) Maxwell, Westlawn, Pennsylvania; grandchildren, Jason Maxwell, Kathlyn Maxwell, Kyle Maxwell, Kelcee Schmidt; step-grandsons, Shawn Miner,
Craig Smith; six great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Services 10 am, Wednesday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel. Visitation will begin after 12 noon, Tuesday at our Chapel, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm Tuesday evening.
The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Legion Dick Munkres Post 287.
O’Connell, James Edward
August 5, 2011
James Edward O’Connell, 90, Savannah, Missouri passed away on Thursday, July, 7, 2011.
James was born on a farm near Maryville, Missouri on January 6, 1921. He was the first child of Jeremiah (Jerry) and Magdalen (Sullivan) O’Connell. James graduated from Maryville High School.
In 1941, James married Noma Phelps, she preceded him in death. To this union two children were born, Jerry O’Connell and Janet Hawley.
In October 1973 he married Faye Hagerty of Savannah, she survives of the home.
He was in the U.S. Army Air Corp from 1943 thru 1946. On June 1, 1952, he was appointed acting Postmaster at Barnard Missouri, and Postmaster on May 22, 1952. James retired from the postal service at Barnard on March 1, 1985.
He served in many civic and community organizations in the following positions; Commander and member of the American Legion Post 102, Barnard, member of the Barnard Fire Dept, secretary and treasurer of the Barnard Cemetery Association, Mayor and City Clerk of Barnard, Member and past-president of the South Nodaway R-IV School board, past president of the Lions Club, Barnard, secretary and treasurer of the Barnard Picnic Committee. Secretary of the Senior Housing Corp, member and past-president of the Barnard Historical Society that has restored the Barnard Depot as a Museum of the past. He served as a member and State Vice-President of the National League of Postmasters of Missouri and was selected by that organization as Postmaster of the Year 1972. Jim was a member of First Christian Church in Savannah.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Dennis (Buck) O’Connell; sister, Rita Whitney, and an infant sister.
Additional survivors include son, Jerry (Barb) O’Connell, Maryville, Missouri; daughter, Janet (Darell) Hawley, Barnard; sister, Shirley Wright, Berryville, Virginia; step-daughter, Linda Kaye (Steve) Wells; St. Joseph; several grandchildren; step-grandchildren and their spouses; several great-grandchildren; and step-great-grandchildren.
Graveside Service 11:30 am, Saturday at Savannah Cemetery. The family will receive loved ones and friends prior to the service at 10:00 am at Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel.
The family suggests memorial contributions to the Red Cross or First Christian
Church of Savannah.
Plum, Virginia
August 5, 2011
Virginia Plum, 77, of Henderson, NV; passed away Friday, July 29, 2011 at her home.
Virginia was born on July 5, 1934, in Graham, Missouri. She was a 30 year resident of Southern Nevada.
She is survived by her daughters, Pamela Plum and Angel Guerra and husband, Raymond, of Henderson, Nevada; sons, James of Polo, Missouri and David and wife, Melissa of Savannah, Missouri; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; sisters, Mabel Gerber of Tucson, Arizona, Mildred Donahoo of Savannah, Missouri Opal Meers of Amazonia, Missouri, Dorothy Zahnd of Savannah, Missouri, and Elaine Lyman of St. Louis, Missouri; and brother Dale Stinnett of Platte City, Missouri.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer; parents, Rachel and James (Top) Stinnett and 2 siblings.
Services 10:00 am Thursday, August 11 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel. The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service. Interment Fillmore Cemetery, Fillmore, Missouri.
Packham, Leanna
August 4, 2011
Leanna M. Packham
1946-2011
Leanna M. Packham, 65, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday August 2, 2011
Leanna Marie Packham was born on April, 26, 1946, in Saint Joseph, Missouri to Madeline and Willard Hyder.
Leanna is preceded in death by her parents, and her husband Eddie Packham
Surviving family includes daughter, Carol Colwell and brother Raymond.
Leanna has been cremated under the supervision of Heaton-Bowman-Smith
Services will be held at a later date.
Williams, James M.
August 4, 2011
James M. Williams
1928 – 2011
James M. Williams 82, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at a local health care facility.
James was born on August 6, 1928 in Grand Forks, North Dakota to Merrill and Bertha (Zintel) Williams.
James served in the United States Army during World War II and graduated from the University of North Dakota, where he received his Master’s degree in microbiology. He was a microbiologist with Boehringer-Ingelheim for many years until his retirement. He member of Ashland United Methodist Church.
James was a member of Moila Shrine Temple and Legion of Honor, a 60 year member of the Masonic bodies, during his time he held many positions within the lodge. He was Past Master of Charity Zeredatha Lodge #189, Past High Priest Mitchell Chapter #14, Past Illustrious Master St. Joseph Council #9, Past Commander Hugh De Payens Commandry #4, Past Grand High Priest of Missouri 1985-1986, Past Sovereign of the Red Cross Constantine of St. Joseph Council, 33rd Scottish Rite Mason of St. Joseph Valley.
He married Ruth A. Kirby on June 20, 1954 in Grand Forks, North Dakota. She preceded him in death on June 12, 2010. He was also preceded by his parents and one sister, Margaret Van Ranken.
Survivors include two sons, Pete Williams and his wife Elizabeth, Lincoln, Nebraska, Todd Williams and his wife Barbara, Borger, Texas; five grandchildren, Ross, Scott, Thomas, Carter and Meryl Williams; one sister, Patricia Shoe, Lakewood, Colorado.
Funeral Services 10am Friday at Ashland United Methodist Church under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Inurnment 9am Saturday at Mt. Auburn Cemetery.
The family suggests memorials to Ashland United Methodist Church.
Maxwell, Mary V. “Ginger”
August 4, 2011
Mary V. “Ginger” Maxwell
1921 – 2011
“Ginger” (Conner) Maxwell, 89, formerly of Savannah, MO, passed away Sunday, July 31, 2011, at Saxton Riverside Care Center.
Ginger was born on August 12, 1921, in St. Joseph, MO, to Chauncey and Iona (Fisher) Conner. She received her teaching certificate from Missouri Western State University, and taught in rural schools and in Savannah for many years.
Ginger is preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Wayne E. Maxwell; her parents and one sister; June E. Miller.
Survivors include two sons, Wayne E. “Ed” Maxwell II and wife Theresa, Pagosa Springs, Colorado and Thomas A. Maxwell & wife Nancy, Lakewood, Colorado. Granddaughters include Amanda Cook of St. Joseph, Tracey Baumgardner, and Brandy Niblett, both living in Colorado. Grandsons include Scott Maxwell, Jason Maxwell, and Joel Maxwell also of Colorado, and eleven great grandchildren.
Services 2:00 p.m. Saturday at First Christian Church in Savannah, MO. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Joseph, MO. The family will receive friends at the Church one hour prior to the Service.
Bowlin, Harold “Eugene”
August 4, 2011
Harold “Eugene” Bowlin
1957-2011
Harold Eugene Bowlin, 54, Saint Joseph, made his journey to the Lord on Thursday, July 28, 2011, while in the care of University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, after a long struggle with leukemia.
Eugene was born March 22, 1957 to Harold Bowlin and Charlotte (Bowlin) Saxton, in St. Joseph, where he was a lifelong resident. He graduated from Central High School in 1976 and was of the Christian faith. For the past several years, he was employed at Missouri Western State University as a cafeteria supervisor and catered happily to the Kansas City Chiefs during training camp.
He lived for his sons, fiancé, and family gatherings. He enjoyed the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals, and was involved with coaching little league with his three sons. His new grandson was also a huge part of his life.
Eugene was preceded in death by his father, Harold T. Bowlin, who passed away, December 24, 1985.
Surviving is his fiancé, Geanene Simmon of the home; his mother, Charlotte Saxton; three sons, Tyler and Donnie Bowlin, and Cody Nelson, of St. Joseph; brothers, Charlie Teschner (Jan) and Randy Bowlin (Dana), of St. Joseph; sisters, Cheryl Kittleson (Jon), of Lawrence, Kansas; Debby Stallard (Bobby), Savannah, Missouri; and Brenda Reed, of St. Joseph; two step-sisters, Ruth McDonald (Gary), of Agency, Missouri; and Sue Whicker of St. Joseph, Missouri; one grandson, Kyler Nelson, and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Services 2:00 pm Monday Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Interment Savannah Cemetery, Savannah, Missouri. Visitation will begin after 12:00 noon Sunday at our Chapel, where the family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.
The family requests memorial contributions be made in care of the funeral home.
Layton, Ann Elizabeth
August 4, 2011
Ann Elizabeth Layton
1918 – 2011
Ann Elizabeth Layton, 93, of Weston, Missouri passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2011, at her home.
Ann married Jonas Robinson in 1936. He preceded her in death in 1987.
She was also preceded by her parents, Thomas and Minnie (Ode) O’Rourke.
Ann loved all animals, especially her dogs Sassy and Taffy. She was a wonderful Mother and friend who will be greatly missed.
She was a homemaker and worked for Canteen Company for many years.
She is survived by her daughter Cindy Layton, Weston, Missouri; son Jonas R. “Jr.” Layton and wife Pam , Lake Ozark, MO and granddaughter Tricia Layton, Kansas City, Missouri.
Mrs. Layton has been cremated under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel, St. Joseph, MO. There will be no visitation or services held.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to the American Humane Society.
Shepard, Jeannine
August 4, 2011
Jeannine P. Shepard
1929 – 2011
Country Club Village, MO – Jeannine P. (Whited) Shepard, 82, passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2011, at Heartland Regional Medical Center, in St. Joseph, MO.
Jeannine was born in St. Joseph on January 15, 1929, to Julius T. and Nora Joe Whited.
She was of the Christian faith and a graduate of Central High School. She was a member of Belles and Bows Pattern Dance Club and a past member of the O.E.S. She was a housewife and owned and operated Custom Sandwiches and worked for McCarthy Baptist Church Daycare. She loved her family and was a loving Grandma and Great-Grandma. She also enjoyed doing ceramics.
Jeannine was preceded in death by her parents, and three sisters, Lois Rush, Ruth Bradford and Clara Elizabeth.
Jeannine married Emery L. “Jack” Shepard on June 19, 1949, in St. Joseph, MO. He survives of the home. Other survivors include daughters, Donna Shepard and Deborah Watkins (Jerry Johnston), St. Joseph, MO; son, Steve (Darla) Shepard, Prudhoe Bay, Alaska; grandchildren, Lori (Andy) Scott, Stephanie Shepard, Lance Shepard and Robert Stubbs; and great-grandchildren, Haley Scott and Talon Scott.
Services 10:00 a.m. Saturday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Rev. Robert E. Hodkins officiating.
Visitation will begin after 9:00 a.m. Friday at the Chapel, where the family will receive friends 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Friday evening.
The family suggests memorials to American Heart Association or to Donor’s Choice.
Bowland, Faith
August 2, 2011
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Faith Bowland, 48, Savannah, Missouri, passed away Monday, August 1, 2011
at a local hospital.
Faith was born May 9, 1963 in Roswell, New Mexico to Wayne and Bettie (Sutton) Morgan. She was raised in St. Joseph and Avenue City, Missouri and graduated
from Savannah High School.
Faith was married to Jerald Bowland on August 7, 1981, he survives of the home.
She was a billing clerk for Family Guidance Center. Faith was a member of Grace Evangelical Church. She enjoyed playing darts and belonged to a dart league.
Preceding Faith in death were her father, and one granddaughter, Moriah
Reynolds.
Additional survivors include daughters, Tiffany (Robbie) White, Savannah,
Morgan Reynolds, St. Joseph, Rachelle Bowland, Amazonia, Missouri; mother,
Bettie Morgan; sister, Michelle (David) Gibbons, all of Cosby, Missouri; grandchildren,
Jerad Reynolds, Brycen White, Adycen White, MacKinzee Wilson, Chloe Ross,
MacKaylee Wilson; numerous nieces and nephews.
Services 10 am, Thursday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel. Visitation
will begin after 9 am Wednesday at our Chapel where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm Wednesday evening. Interment Savannah Cemetery.
Harroun, Glen Howard
August 2, 2011
Glen Howard Harroun
1929 – 2011
Glen Howard Harroun, 81, St. Joseph, MO, passed away Friday, July 22, 2011, at a Kansas City, MO hospital.
Glen was born on November 28, 1929, in Auburn, Nebraska to Courtland Howard and Ruth (Russell) Harroun. After receiving his teaching certificate, he became a teacher and also owned and operated Harroun Boarding Home, an assisted living facility. He was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Glen married Dorothy Ann Dishong on July 5, 1952, in Nebraska City, NE. Glen was preceded in death by his wife; parents; one brother, Harold Harroun; and one son, Michael Harroun.
Glen is survived by his son, Charles Harroun, Maryville, MO; two daughters, Crystal Morrow, Bozeman, Montana and Letitia Harroun, St. Joseph, MO; three granddaughters; one great-granddaughter; one great-grandson; and one brother Wayne Harroun, Nebraska City, NE.
Services 1:30 p.m. Saturday, August 13, 2011, at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in St. Joseph. Graveside Service and inurnment 3:30 p.m. Friday, August 12, 2011, at Camp Creek Cemetery, Nebraska City, NE. Arrangements by Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel, St. Joseph, MO
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the National Lung Association.