Mary (York) Anderson d. February 1911

Obituary

Portia, Ark, February 15, 1911

Death Angel has again visited our midst and called our dear beloved sister, Mary Anderson, home, wife of John Anderson and daughter of Martha York. She leaves a husband, 11 children, a mother, 2 brothers, 1 sister and a host of friends to mourn their loss. She was 47 years old, was born in Pulaski county and lived there until she was married and some years since she moved to Arkansas. She had lived a consistent Christian life for twenty five years and was a member of the Freewill Baptist church. She suffered eleven weeks before God called her home. A Sister.

The Pulaski County Democrat
Waynesville, Missouri
24 February 1911
Page 4

Martha (Mitchell) York d. 25 August 1912

Aunt Martha York Dead

Martha York one of the oldest residents of Pulaski county died at the home of her son-in-law, L.F. Church Aug. 25th, 1912. She was about four years old when her father Samuel Mitchell moved from Virginia and settled just across the creek from town where E.A. Lolly now lives.

About 1855 she married Meridith York who died in Texas in 1875. During her 75 years residence in Pulaski county she has lived at two places only- the Lolly farm and her own farm near Hanna. A suitable obituary will appear later.

The Pulaski County Democrat
Waynesville, Missouri
29 August 1912
Page 1

Elizabeth (Manes) York d. 20 January 1917

Obituary

Our mother now from us is gone,
Her voice forever stilled.
A place is vacant in our home,
Which can never be filled.

Elizabeth York was born in Spencer county, Indiana, November 14th, 1838, and died at her home in Pulaski county, January 20, 1917, at the age of seventy-eight years, two months and six days. She was laid to rest in the cemetery one-fourth mile from her home by the side of her youngest son, Simeon. Funeral services were conducted by Jesse Brown.

She came from Indiana with her parents, Seth and Rebecca Manes, when she was only one year old, and settled in Pulaski county, near the present site of Richland, which at that time was merely a wilderness, inhabited by deer and howling wolves. She was married January 29th, 1860. She was the mother of nine children, four having proceeded her to the great beyond. Five are still living; Mary Setser and Rebecca McMahan, of Camden county, Parridine and Ella York, of Pulaski county, and Wm. C. York, of Springfield. She also leaves her husband, five brothers, two sisters, four half-brothers and two half-sisters and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her loss. She was honored by a long life and lived to have great grandchildren. She had been a member of the Baptist church about 41 years and has lived a true Christian life, always giving her children good advice. She was a kind mother and a devoted companion.

The Pulaski County Democrat
Waynesville, Missouri
8 February 1917
Page 1

Walter Christopher York 1936-2004

Walter Christopher York, one of five children born to the union of the late Walter D. and Bessie (Randolph) York, was born on August 12, 1936 at Wildwood, Missouri in Pulaski County.

From 1954 to 1957, Walter served his country in the U.S. Army and later the Navy.

On June 9, 1956, Walter married Clairia L. Ballard in Rolla, Missouri. This union was blessed with three daughters: Teresa, Vivian and Glinda.

For over 20 years, Walter drove a bus for Trailways-Greyhound Bus Lines. He was very artistic, and enjoyed painting and writing. He also enjoyed working in his garden. Walter was a member of the Church of Christ in St. Robert.

Walter departed this life the morning of January 10, 2004 at his home in Devils Elbow, Missouri, at the age of 67 years, 4 months and 28 days.

He will be very sadly missed by his wife: Clairia of the home; three daughters: Teresa L. Kriley and husband, David of Kansas City, Kansas, Vivian M. Williamson and husband, Neal of Rogersville and Glinda M. Sullivan and husband, Tink of Waynesville; two sisters: Maxine Vaughan of Waynesville and Cora Mae Dye of San Antonio, Texas; ten grandchildren; five great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, Walter and Bessie, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Leslie and Paul York.

Funeral services were held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, January 13 at Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Brother Randall Duvall officiating. Pianist, Becky Lercher played the prelude and postlude. A recording of "Daddy's Hands" was played. The St. Robert Church of Christ A Cappella Choir sang, "Precious Memories" "Last Mile of the Way" and "No Tears in Heaven." Serving as escorts were Steve Davis, Bill Edwards, Will Edwards, Kenny Foster, Ken Miller and Cole Williamson. Honorary escorts were Paul Bales, Jedidiah Sullivan and Jeremiah Sullivan.

Burial with military honors followed in the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery. Services were under the direction of Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

Sarah Elizabeth (Gan) Stewart 1928-2007

Sarah Elizabeth Stewart, born September 4, 1928, was one of four children born to the union of the late James Franklin and Amanda (York) Gan, near Bloodland, Missouri.

Elizabeth departed this life the morning of July 21, 2007 in the Phelps County Regional Medical Center of Rolla, Missouri at the age of 78 years, 10 months and 17 days from congestive heart failure and several surgeries and infections.

Elizabeth's mother, Amanda, passed away January 16, 1936 with cancer. She is buried in the Old Friendship Cemetery of Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri and so is her father "Little Frank", as he was fondly called. Frank died in a car accident on November 17, 1965.

Elizabeth's father married Edith Campbell, after the death of Amanda, and brought the family back together. They lived near Bloodland, Missouri until the family was forced to move to make way for Fort Leonard Wood, to train soldiers for World War II. They moved to the Northwest part of Pulaski County to the community of Turkey Ridge near Waynesville. Elizabeth attended Bloodland School and Turkey Ridge School.

Elizabeth was united in marriage to Robert M. "Bob" Stewart, a World War II veteran, on January 12, 1947 and they had just celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. They shared four children: Sandra, William Robert (Billy Bob), Marlena and Richard.

Elizabeth and Bob lived in Rolla, when Bob was attending the Missouri School of Mines. They lived in East Peoria, Illinois while Bob worked for Caterpillar and in the fall of 1950, they moved back to Waynesville when Bob was employed at Fort Leonard Wood. Bob went to work in Rolla at the U.S.G.S. in January 1957. He retired in May of 1981. Elizabeth was very busy with caring and being there for their children and being a good loving wife. She was a very good seamstress and sewed many clothes.

Elizabeth and Bob loved to travel and camp, which they combined when they started their craft shows all over Missouri and many other states. Their last shows featured beautiful, "Plenty Pockets Purses", made from "pre-loved" jeans which Bob cut and Elizabeth sewed. They called their business "Stewart's Denim-ite Designs."

Elizabeth and Bob are currently attending Community Christian Church of Rolla, Missouri and have attended Ridgeview Christian Church of Rolla, MO and First Christian Church of Waynesville, MO.

Elizabeth and Bob loved their children and grandchildren and made many trips to visit them.

Elizabeth will be greatly missed by her loving husband, Bob and the children: Sandra Gass and her husband John of Burlington, IA, W.R. (Billy Bob) Stewart and his wife, Tracy of O'Fallon, IL and Marlena Jones and her husband Terry of Rolla, MO; step-son: Richard Stewart of Morton, IL; step-sister: Frieda York of Waynesville, MO; 13 grandchildren and several great grandchildren; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents; 2 step-brothers: John and Jim Campbell; step-sister: Imogene Reeves; 2 sisters and their husbands: Lettie Baranowski and Joe, Mary Bell Booker and Bud; one brother: Lee Otis Gan and wife Edna (Jefferies); daughter-in-law: Gloria Stewart; and infant grandson: Jeremy Jones.

Funeral services were held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, July 24, 2007 in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Pastor Dale Wands officiating. Sarah Wands read a beautiful poem in honor of Elizabeth. The song "Forever and Ever Amen" was played and Soloist Becky Lercher sang "The Old Rugged Cross". Serving as escorts were Leonard Atterberry, Larry Baranowski, Francis Barnes, Jerry Avery, James Baranowski and James Booker. Serving as honorary escorts were Dwight and J.R. Baranowski.

Burial followed in the Idumea Cemetery of Laquey, Missouri. Services were under the direction of Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Elizabeth Stewart to the Idumea Cemetery Fund and may be left at Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

BETTY JANE VLASHE, 1906-1990

Betty Jane Vlashe, 84, died Tuesday, Sept. 11, 1990, in the St. Anthony Hospital of St. Louis. He was born in Tribune, MO, on Sept. 5, 1906, the daughter of Leroy and Leona York Thomas.

She married George Vlashe in 1965. He died in September, 1972.

Mrs. Vlashe is survived by her sister, Alma Howser of Dixon, and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband; three brothers, Earl, Charlie and infant Pryor Thomas; and her sister, Mae Smith.

She had been a member of the Christian Church in Dixon since she was 16 years old.

Funeral services were held in the Long Funeral Home in Dixon on Thursday, Sept. 13, 1990, at 11:00 a.m., with Rev. Earl Jones officiating. Serving as her pallbearers were Cy Steward, Bill Robbins, Chee and Archie Whitaker, Jimmy Evans and Maurice Schierbaum.

INA AUGUSTA THOMAS 1894-1985

INA AUGUSTA THOMAS

Ina Augusta Thomas, daughter of Jessie Monroe and Lavanda Clark York, was born near Doublin, September 20, 1894 and departed this life November 24, 1985 in Lebanon,

Missouri. "Gusta" as she was known to her family and friends, attended the Doublin School, Richland High School and The Springfield Normal Teachers College. She started teaching school at the age of 16, teaching at the Tavern School, Belfonte School' and the Doublin School.

She was united in marriage with Elhannon W. (Chester) Thomas October 25, 1916, and to this union was born one son, who survives. After their marriage they lived near and

attended the Beulah Baptist Church until 1924, then moved near and attended the Montrose Sunday School and attended the First Baptist Church, where she remained a faithful and active member for the remainder of her life.

She was a devoted and diligent wife, mother and neighbor. She taught Sunday School throughout her adult life; was a member of the Montrose Mothers 'Club, was a Red Cross

Volunteer at the Richland Nursing Home, and was always cheerfully and lovingly willing to do more than her share.

She is survived by her son. Elhannon W. Thomas..Jr. of Catlos, California; one foster son, Baker Wilson, Jr., of Richland; two sisters, Gail Snoderly of Kosse, Texas, Kitty Burke of Richland; one grandson, Kenneth Thomas of Burlingame, California; one granddaughter,

Gwyn Beatty of Long Beach, California; four great grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.

Services were held Tuesday, November 26, 1985, 2:00 P.m. at the First Baptist Church with Rev. Roger Marshall officiating. Music was provided by Denice Cottiers, soloist and Valarie Pafford, organist. Eicorts were: Jack Williams, Ivy Powers, Robert Vance, Gary Brown, Don Roam, and Ben Scott. Burial was in the Oaklawn Cemetery under the direction of Colonial Funeral Chapel of Richland.

Wanda Kathryn (York) Austin 1938-2010

June 1st, 1938 - January 10th, 2010

Wanda Kathryn Austin, the daughter of the late Virgil and Lillian Levita (Hickey) York, was born June 1, 1938 in Waynesville, Missouri and departed this life Sunday, January 10, 2010 in the St. John’s Regional Medical Center of Springfield, Missouri. She had attained the age of 71 years, 7 months and 9 days.

At the age of 6, Wanda and her family moved to California where she attended school. She was baptized at an early age while living in California. Wanda was married at the age of 16 and they moved to Arkansas in 1956. After spending 20 years in Arkansas, Wanda moved to Springfield, Missouri in 1976 where she lived the rest of her days.

Wanda spent the majority of her years staying at home and raising her six children. She took great pride in caring for them. In her spare time, she enjoyed sewing, fishing and singing. She was very involved with all of her children and enjoyed spending time with and caring for her grandchildren.

Wanda is survived by six children: Mitchell Miller of the state of Montana, Patrick Miller (Michelle) of Berryville, AR, Michael Miller (Lola) of Springfield, MO, Ed Lewis Miller, Jr. of Berryville, AR, Sherrilyn Mobley of Springfield, MO and Christina McDaniel (Brandon) of Springfield, MO; two sisters: Hazel Prock of the state of Washington and Patsy Haught (John) of Lebanon, MO; 26 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; several other relatives and friends.

Wanda was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers: Alvin and Ellis York.

Graveside services were held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, January 14, 2010 in the Buckhorn Cemetery of Waynesville, Missouri with Rev. Christopher Hendrix officiating. The song “Amazing Grace” was played. Serving as escorts were Brandon McDaniel, Michael Paul Mobley, David Hill and Mike Miller. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Wanda Austin and can be left at Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert

Thomas Ray York 1937-1988

Thomas Ray York, son of Thomas and Freda Campbell York, was born June 22, 1937 in Bloodland, Missouri, and departed this life February 7, 1988, in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri at the age of 55 years, seven months and 16 days.

He was united in marriage with Charlotte Whittle on December 19, 1961 and has spent most of his life in this area.

He professed his faith in Jesus Christ as a young man. Later in life he surrendered to preach and serve his Lord faithfully for nearly 20 years. Although New Friendship Baptist Church was his home church, he has preached throughout Pulaski County and surrounding counties.

He and his son also owned and operated Yorks Auto Works for a number of years.

Funeral services were held from the Colonial Funeral Chapel at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb 9, 1988 with Lee Todd, Minister officiating. Burial was in Idumea Cemetery under the direction of Colonial Funeral Homes.

Pallbearers were Donald Wieners, Sr., Dale Shetler, Bill Smith, Darold Wierners, Jr., Kenneth Bragg and Richard Tingle.

He is survived by his loving wife, Charlotte; one son Kenny York of Waynesville; his parents, Thomas and Freda York of Waynesville; one brother, Lawrence York of Wichita Falls, Texas; one sister, Beverly Elliott of Waynesville; as well as many other relatives and a host of friends.

He was preceded in death by an infant brother and an infant sister.

Fred Adrian York 1907-1985

Fred Adrian York was born a son of Joseph Andrew and Martha Ann (Storie) York on June 2, 1907 in Waynesville, Missouri and departed this life Monday afternoon, May 20, 1985 at the Pulaski County Memorial Hospital in Waynesville, having attained the age of 77 years, 11 months, and 18 days.

Fred lived most of his life in Pulaski County. He was united in marriage to Ruby Lea Welch on October 14, 1933. To this union two children were born: Martha Lou and Marjorie Lea (Dee).

As a young man, Fred accepted Christ as his Savior and joined the First Baptist Church of Waynesville. When the Mt. Gibson Baptist Church was organized he became a charter member. He was ordained as Deacon on January 10, 1971. Fred was faithful to his Lord from the time he accepted Christ until his death.

Fred was well known in the community for his work in caring for the elderly. In his early years he was administrator of the “County Farm” and later had a grocery store, feed store, gas station, and the last 35 years he ran a home for elderly people. Until Fred’s health forced his retirement, most of his life was spent caring for others.

Survivors include his wife, Ruby, of the home; two daughters and son-in-laws, Martha and Gary Burgess and Marjorie and Jim Lane all of Waynesville; six grandchildren, Johnny Burgess, Elaine Burgess, Pam Burgess, Debbie Davis, Donna Thomas, and Manuela (Nilly) Rivera; one sister, Pansy Mae Williams of Waynesville and many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Martha York; his brothers, Tommy Melvin, Lester Wayne, Elmer Clinton, Wilbur Smith, and his sister, Lena Lillian Roberson.

Funeral services were held Thursday, May 23, 1985 at the Mt. Gibson Baptist Church with the Revs. Norman Sanders, Richard Breeden, Frank Norman, and Dale Hufft officiating.

Music was provided by Lisa Schwandt, soloist, accompanied by Mary Morgan, organist.

Serving as escorts were Bob Biram, Dwane Hendrix, Bobby Roberson, Darrel York, Harold York, and Ken York.

Honorary escorts were: Emory Gan, Delbert Johnson, Claude Laughlin, Jerry Laughlin, Elmo Storie, and Ronnie Wilson.

Burial was in the Mt. Gibson Cemetery under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Funeral Chapel.

PO1 (Ret) Logan York 1940-2009

Leesville man dies in high speed crash

Leesville, LA (KSLA) - Earlier today, a single vehicle crash killed a man from Leesville.

Troopers responded to the crash around 10:20 am, which occurred on Nona Street near the Fairgrounds.

The crash involved a 2005 Toyota pickup, driven by 69-year-old Logan M. York.

The Chevrolet was east bound on Nona Street at a high rate of speed when York lost control and exited the left side of the roadway. After exiting the roadway, the vehicle collided with several trees.

York was transported to Byrd Regional Hospital where he was later pronounced dead. He was not wearing his seatbelt.

The crash remains under investigation. Routine toxicology tests are pending.

Obituary

June 7th, 1940 - October 3rd, 2009

Logan York, 69 of Leesville, LA, a retired U.S. Navy Petty Officer First Class, and Vietnam War veteran, passed away Saturday afternoon, October 3, 2009 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident near Leesville, LA.

A graveside service with military honors will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 9 at Elm Grove Cemetery, under direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Richland.

Visitation is from Noon until 1:30 p.m., Friday at the funeral home.

Mr. York is survived by four children: Jarell York, Sr. of Green Cove Springs, Florida, Garell York, Sr. of Cypremort Point, Louisiana, Lisa York of Springfield, Missouri, Kristie York of Kaplan, Louisiana; three step children: Regina Trahan of Abbeville, Louisiana and Ozan Gaspard and Tiffany Gaspard both of Kaplan, Louisiana; three sisters: Eva Becker, Verba LePage and Betty Winfrey (Clyde) all of Richland; nine grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Raymond Levega Edwards 1909-1984

It was on April 9, 1909, at Laquey, Missouri that the Lord blessed the home of John and Nancy (York) Edwards with the gift of a son and they named him Raymond Levega.

March 7, 1931 was the date of his marriage to Ruth Alean Walters.

Raymond was baptized into the Christian faith in the spring of 1931. He was a faithful member of the First Christian Church in Crocker.

Raymond worked as a bus driver and a truck driver until he retired in 1972.

Raymond had been in failing health and entered the Pulaski County Hospital in Waynesville, where he passed away Tuesday morning, having been granted an earthly life of 75 years, two months and three days.

He is survived by his wife: Roth of the home; one son: Gene Edwards and one daughter: Barbara, Mrs. Donald Blanton, both of Crocker, Missouri; one sister: Monta Ray of Springfield, Missouri; two brothers: Johnnie Edwards of Lebanon, Missouri and Roy Edwards of Crocker, Missouri; one half-sister: Jessie Brogan of Cabool, Missouri; five grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and two step great grandchildren.

Besides his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers, one half-sister, one half-brother and one grandchild.

Services were held at the First Christian Church in Crocker, Missouri, Friday June 15, 1984, 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Merwlyn McMillian officiating.

Pallbearers were: Eugene Edwards, Mike McKenzie, Ronnie Edwards, randy Edwards, Keith McKenzie, and Cal Butts.

Burial was in the Crocker Memorial Cemetery under the direction of the Fox Funeral Home.

Editor note: Date of death was June 12, 1984

Grace Marie (Witt) York 1935-2009

Grace Marie York, of Crocker, was born on September 23, 1935, at Brumley, a daughter of Everett and Tilda (Shelton) Witt and departed this life at 8:48 a.m., Monday, September 14, 2009, in the Lake Regional Health System, Osage Beach. Mrs. York had attained the age of 73 years, 11 months and 21 days.

Mrs. York was united in marriage on May 19, 1956, at Swedeborg, to Claude Wesley York and to this union three children were born. She was preceded in death by her parents; two infant brothers; three sisters, Alice Plemmons, Irene McDowell and an infant.

Mrs. York had been a member of the Concord Christian Church for 41 years. She loved gardening, flowers and being with her grandchildren. She was a loving and devoted housewife and homemaker, always diligent in providing for the needs of her dear family.

Those left to mourn the passing of Mrs. York include: her husband, Claude York, Crocker; one son and daughter-in-law, Trent and Helen York, Crocker; two daughters and sons-in-law, Tricia and Melvin Shrauger, Linn Creek; Susie and Dana Hill, Eldon; five brothers and sisters-in-law, Doral and Shirley Witt, Eldon; Iven and Joyce Witt, and Jim and Joyce Witt, all of Brumley; Jerry and Geneva Witt and Allen and Barbara Witt, all of Iberia; four sisters and three brothers-in-law, Ruth and Eddie Rodden, and Nora Rodden, all of Brumley; Lois and Raymond Comer, Barnett and Brenda and Jerry Strickland, Dixon; seven grandchildren, Jennifer Shrauger, Justin Shrauger, Nathan Hill, Jacob Hill, Dalton York, Tyler Barnes and Travis Barnes; three great-grandchildren, Cole Finley, Caitlyn Finley and Ryder Barnes; and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were conducted for Mrs. York at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, September 17, 2009, in the Concord Christian Church, Crocker with Bro. Billy Claiborn, Hilltop Christian Union Church, Crocker, officiating. “Farther Along” and “In The Sweet Bye and Bye” were played for the funeral service.

Interment was in the Concord Cemetery, Crocker under the direction of the Long Funeral Home, Crocker. Pallbearers for Mrs. York were Justin Shrauger, Nathan Hill, Jacob Hill, Dalton York, Chris Finley and Travis Barnes. Honorary pallbearer was Tyler Barnes

Samuel Edgar Saling 1895-1958

Samuel Edgar Saling, son of James and Lavonia Saling, was born in Waynesville, Missouri, November 25, 1895, and passed away at the St. Francis Hospital in Washington, Missouri at the age of 62 years, 1 month, and 19 days.

On December 24, 1910 he was united in marriage to Mabel Gan, who preceded him in death in April 1957, and to this union 1 son was born.

Early in life he professed his faith in Christ and united with the Baptist Church.

He served overseas during World War I and was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.

Those left to mourn his passing are a son, Bill, of St. Clair, Missouri, three sisters, Aggie Saling and Addie Morgan of St Louis, and Georgia Thompson of Bellflower, Missouri, and a half sister, Nora Elkins of the State of California, five grandsons, and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services under direction of Hedges Funeral Home of Waynesville, were held Wednesday, January 15 at 2:00 p.m. in the Waynesville Baptist Church with Rev. B.R. Tatom officiating. Burial was in Waynesville Memorial Cemetery.

Military rites were held at the graveside with Fort Leonard Wood rendering the honors.

(Handwritten Note: Died 12 Jan, 1958)

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Dora Estella (Logan) Laughlin 1870-1957

Dora Estella Laughlin, daughter of Jacob Henry and Margaret E. Logan, was born in Pulaski County, near Waynesville, Missouri, on July 27, 1870 and departed this life in Waynesville on September 10, 1957 at the age of 87 years past.

She was united in marriage on February 16, 1887 to James Laughlin. To this union nine children were born. They lived at this time on what is known as the old Laughlin farm and reared their family. She was preceded in death by her husband, three sons, two daughters, two brothers, and seven sisters.

She had been in failing health for a number of years, and in June of last year was admitted to the hospital for treatment , and since then her condition had steadily grown worse.

Those left to mourn her passing are two sons, Orville and Roy, and two daughters, Mrs. Nora Elfie Budd and Mrs. Lola Mae Ichord, all of Waynesville, and Mrs. Cora Ousley of Caseyville, Illinois. Also surviving are 15 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, and eight great great grandchildren, and a large number of other relatives and a host of friends.

When a young girl, she was converted and united with the old Friendship Baptist Church and later, when the church was torn down, she moved her membership to the Waynesville Baptist Church. She was a kind and loving mother, sister and friend and will be sadly missed by all.

Funeral services under direction of Hedges Funeral Home of Waynesville were held Friday, September 13 at 2:00 p.m. at the Waynesville Baptist Church with Rev. B.R. Tatum and Rev. Dallas Wells officiating. Interment was in Waynesville Memorial Cemetery.

Pall bearers, all grandsons, were Johny Ichord, Oscar Ichord, James Laughlin, Jimmie Lee Laughlin, Claudie Laughlin, and Wayne Laughlin.

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Nancy Adeline (York) Edward 1879-1956

Nancy Adeline (York) Edward, daughter of William W. York and Margaret York was born October 5, 1879 in Pulaski County at Cookville, Missouri and departed this life at Waynesville General Hospital February 5, 1956 at the age of 77 years and four months.

Aunt Nancy as she was lovingly called by all of her many friends, and loved ones, had been ill for many months and became critical within the past few weeks. Her suffering has been an inspiration to all of us as her life has been.

Her first marriage in December 1896 to Jesse Christeson, was ended by his death. To this union two children were born, Walter F. and Jessie M.

She was again married to John William Edwards, April 7, 1907, and to this union six children were born, five boys, and one girl.

At an early age she converted and placed her membership in the Friendship Baptist Church. Later moved her membership to the Buckhorn Baptist Church, where she was an active member until ill health prevented from attending services.

Down through the years…
Very life was devoted to her husband, her children and numerable friends, she will be sadly missed.

She is survived by her loving husband John W…
Walter F. of California..
…mond L and Roy H of Crocker, Silas C. of Peoria, Johnny A. of Phillipsburg, Omar H. of California…
Two girls Jessie M. Gan..
Houston, and Monta M.
Of Springfield, three brothers
Lee Jake, Pete and N___
One sister Saminthis Rob___
Twenty six grandchildren
Fourteen great grandchildren
And many other relatives.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, and three sisters.

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have ever-lasting life.” John 3:16

Funeral services were at Buckhorn Baptist Church, Wednesday, February 8, 1956, Rev. Raymond McClary officiating. Interment was at the Crocker Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Hedges Funeral Home, Waynesville, Missouri.

Pallbearers were Tom York, Ray York, Fred York, Ha__ York, James York, and __rence York.

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Nancy Leola (Logan) Long 1866-1956

Nancy Leola (Logan) Long, daughter of Jacob and Margaret Logan, was born May 14, 1866 in Pulaski County and passed away July 25, 1956 at her home in Waynesville, Missouri. Her entire life being spent in Pulaski County, except 2 years spent in the adjoining Phelps County.

She was married to Francis Marion Long December 28, 188_, who preceded her in death, February 18, 1926. To this union 12 children were born, 3 having preceded her in death. Estella and Nettie 2 daughters who died in infancy and 1 son, Charles E. Long of Modesto, California who passed away August 24, 1949.

At the age of 14 she was converted and united with the old Friendship Baptist Church, later moving her membership to the Waynesville Baptist Church where she remained a member until the time of her passing, being faithful in attendance, until failing health prevented. Those surviving her are 7 sons, James A. Long of Ferguson, Missouri, Fred Long of Ponca City, Oklahoma, Glen Long of Montreal, Missouri, Walter Long of Laquey, Missouri, Frank M. Long of Waynesville, Missouri, and Henry and Lyman of the home. Also 2 daughters, Mrs. H. Gann of Kirkwood, Missouri, and Mrs. William V. Hensley of Waynesville and Cora Ousley of Caseyville, Illinois, also a host of other relatives and neighbors.

Funeral services were held July 29, 1956 at the Waynesville Baptist Church with the Rev. B.R. Tatom officiating. Burial was in the Bradford Cemetery under the direction of the Hedges Funeral Home of Waynesville.

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Nettie May (Church) York 1888-1955

Nettie May (Church) York, daughter of Dolph and Phoebe Church, was born near Waynesville, Missouri on December 28, 1888 and passed away at her home on December 9, 1955, at the age of 66 years, 11 months and 11 days. She had been in failing health for the past two years.

On May 11th, 1906 she was united in marriage to Pete York and to this union 11 children were born. Three daughters passed away in infancy.

Early in life she professed her faith in Christ and united with the Mt. Gibson Baptist Church.

She leaves to mourn her passing her husband, Pete York, of Waynesville, Missouri, five daughters, Ruby Gladden, Adah Hill, and Nadine Dye, all of Waynesville, Missouri, Dolpha Ledbetter of Auxvasse, Missouri, and Lois Hill of Pleasant Hill, Illinois. Three sons; Alvin of St. Louis, Missouri, Merl of Mexico, Missouri, and Private Morris York of Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. One half brother Frank Hill of Waynesville, and two half sisters, Mary Anderson and Sophia Grey of Waynesville, Missouri. Thirty five grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, December 11, 1955 at the Mt. Gibson Baptist Church, Rev. Pryor Rae Pruitt officiating. Interment was made in the Bradford Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of the Hedges Funeral Home of Waynesville, Missouri.

The pallbearers were Chas. Hill, Everett O. Hill, Junior, James Hill, Carl Gladden, Gene Gladden, and Douglas Ledbetter.

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Evialena Laughlin Rigsby 1894-1982

Evialena Laughlin Rigsby was born on July 31, 1894 at Pulaski County, Missouri, the daughter of Samuel and Mary (York) Laughlin and passed away on November 20, 1982 at the Pulaski County Memorial Hospital after attaining the age of 88 years, 3 months, and 20 days.

She married Claude Rigsby on September 22, 1915 and unto this union three children were born, one son, Elmer and two daughters, Bernadine and Virginia.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Waynesville, a member of the Hanson Lodge No. 22 of Eastern Star of Waynesville, Missouri, having served as past Worthy Matron and having her 50 year pin.

Funeral services were conducted on Monday, November 22, 1982 at the Long Moss Williams Chapel in Waynesville, Missouri with Rev. Jess Norris officiating at 2 p.m.

Burial was in the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of the Long Moss Williams Funeral Home of Waynesville, Missouri.

Pallbearers were: J.C. Hardy, Terry Hardy, Rob Quin, Dale Daniel, Jay Brinson, and John Ichord.

Those left to mourn her passing are 1 son: Elmer Rigsby, Waynesville, Missouri, 2 daughters, Bernadine Hunt, Springfield, Missouri, Virginia Hardy, Monroe City, Missouri, 11 grandchildren, and 25 great grandchildren.

Nona M. (Harmon) York 1927-2009

Nona M. York, 82 of Mexico, died Monday July 27, 2009 at the Golden Living Center-Pin Oaks.
Nona was born on May 22, 1927 in Waynesville, MO to Henry Harley and Bessie Jane (Williams) Harmon.
Funeral Services will be held 10 a.m. Thursday at Arnold Funeral Home. Burial will follow at East Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home.
On December 26, 1944 Nona married Arthur York in Waynesville.
Mrs. York is survived by her husband Arthur of the home; daughter, Louise Bealmear and husband James of Mexico, son, Larry York and wife Bonnie of Fillmore, N.Y., son, Alan York and wife Jody of Centralia, daughter, Vicki Crum and husband A.T., Jr. of Mexico; son Douglas York of Mexico; 16 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, and a sister Delores Imogene Shephard.
Mrs. York was preceded in death by her parents; three infant sisters; and three brothers.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Eye Research Foundation of Missouri, 404 Portland, Columbia, MO 65201.