Jean Gerald Corriveau 1931-1986

Jean Gerald Corriveau was born a son of Albert and Mabel (Brousseau) Corriveau, January 21, 1931 in Saco, Maine, and he departed this life at his home, May 8, 1986 after a lengthy illness, having attained the age of 55 years, 3 months, 17 days.

Jean was also known to his friends as “Jerry” or “Red Cap”.  He was a member of the St. Bellarmine Catholic Church in St. Robert, Missouri.

He enlisted in the United States Army December 28, 1950 and retired from the military at Fort Leonard Wood, after serving his country for twenty-one years with honor and devotion.  He served in the Korean Conflict, Germany, and Thailand.  He had worked for Civil Service for 13 ½ years.

“Jerry” loved to hunt and fish, and enjoyed his C.B.’s, and also took great pride in working in his yard.  He was a member of the D.A.V. Chapter #49, VFW Post #3176, and the National Rifle Association.

Survivors include his wife, Mary of the home; three daughters, Maryjane Scott of Arizona, Barbara Corriveau of Waynesville, and Michelle Corriveau of the home; three brothers, Paul Corriveau of Quincy, Massachusetts, and by Raymond Corriveau of Abington, Massachusetts; nieces and nephews.

Memorial services were held Saturday, May 9, 1986 at 11:00 a.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Monsignor Jerome Sommer officiating.  Music was provided by Organist, Dorothy Moore.  Escorts were the “Military”.  Honorary escorts were Floyd Atwell, Lewis C. Bottom, Thomas Cobb, William Jefferson, William Shy, and David C. Wood.

Interment with full military honors was in the Ozark Memorial V.F.W. Cemetery under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

Alma Martha (Wieberg) Dette 1919-1986

Alma Martha Dette, of Dixon, was born on February 5, 1919, at Argyle, a daughter of Louis Joseph and Gertrude Eichholz Wieberg, and departed this life at 11:05 p.m., on Monday evening, August 11, 1986 in the University of Missouri Medical Center, Columbia.  Mrs. Dette had been in failing health for the past eight months and had attained the age of 67 years, 6 months and 6 days.

Mrs. Dette was united in marriage on September 19, 1942, at Olivette, Missouri to Raymond Joseph Dette, and to this union, five children were born.  Mrs. Dette was preceded in death by her father on October 3, 1957; and one brother, Roman Wieberg.

Mrs. Dette was a member of the St. Theresa’s Catholic Church, Dixon, and was a housewife for all her working life.

Those left to mourn the passing of Mrs. Dette include: Her husband, Raymond J. Dette, of the home in Dixon; two sons, Joseph Dette, Rolla, and paul Dette, Dixon; three daughters; Mrs. Mary Jane Jersild, Wilmington, Delaware, Mrs. Catherine Buckley, Danville, Pennsylvania, and Mrs. Rita Lang, Des Moines, Iowa; her mother, Mrs. Gertrude Wieberg, Argyle; two brothers, Toby Wieberg and Lee Wieberg, both of Argyle; four sisters, Mrs. Mary Stratman, Vienna, Mrs. Dorothy Massman, Argyle, Mrs. Zita Tappel, Koeltztown, and Mrs. Freda Kampeter, Argyle; seven grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.

A Rosary Service was held for Mrs. Dette at 8:00 p.m., on Wednesday evening, August 13, 1986, in the Dixon Chapel of the Birmingham - Martin Funeral Homes with the Rev. Walter Reisinger leading.

The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated for Mrs. Dette at 8:00 a.m., on Thursday morning, August 14, 1986 in the St. Theresa’s Catholic Church, Dixon, with the Rev. Walter Reisinger officiating.

Interment was in the St. Aloysius Cemetery, Argyle, under the direction of the Dixon Chapel of the Birmingham - Martin Funeral Homes.  Pallbearers for Mrs. Dette were Ronald Stratman, Mike Wieberg, Don Tappel, Ralph Kampeter, Mark Wieberg and Kenneth Wieberg.

Maurice Drudge 1920-1986

Maurice Drudge was born in Claypool, Indiana on November 13, 1920 the son of Floyd and Edith Carnes Drudge and passed away in the Pulaski County Hospital in Waynesville on June 12, 1986.  He had attained the age of 65 years.

He was united in marriage to Miloa Ault in 1953.  They moved to Crocker from Warsaw, Indiana in 1969 and lived in Crocker until 1979.  They moved back to Warsaw, Indiana and back to Crocker in 1984.

He is survived by his wife Miloa of the home, 1 daughter and son-in-law, Jane Ann and Philip Grady of Indianapolis, Indiana, 4 sisters, Bonnie Drudge of North Africa, Geraldine Vetor of Warsaw, Indiana, Ruth Alice Cox of Hunting, Indiana and Martha Johnson of Oklahoma City, 1 brother, Raymond Drudge of Wabash, Indiana, 1 grandson and 3 granddaughters with other relatives and friends.

Maurice was in the Army as specialty military policeman, Tunisian campaign.  He had several decorations, service medals and citations which include the bronze star and EAME theater ribbon.  He was honorable discharged from military service in 1944.  He was a member of the Waynesville Chapter of the DAV and enjoyed his horses.  He accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and was baptized in 1940 and will be sadly misses by all who knew and loved him.

Funeral services were held in the Long Funeral Home in Crocker on Sunday, June 15, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. David McMullin officiating.  Burial was in the Crocker Memorial Park Cemetery.  Gladys Schneider was the organist and serving as his pallbearers were Bill Newman, Jesse Peterson, Warren Crews, Bill Walters, and Daniel and Jack Overby.

Hattie Berniece (Peterson) Hamilton 1917-1986

Hattie Berniece Hamilton, daughter of C.H. and Maude Willie Jones Peterson was born on August 24, 1917 in Crocker, Missouri.  She entered into her heavenly and eternal home on Sunday, July 13, 1986 having attained the age of 68 years, 10 months and 19 days.

She was united in marriage to Harold E. Hamilton on September 26, 1938.  To this union three children were born, Douglas Earl, Edward E. and Sharon K..

Berniece was converted at an early age in the Crocker Christian Church.  She later was baptized into the fellowship of First Baptist Church in Crocker.  She was a loving and devoted wife and mother.

She leaves to mourn her passing her husband, Harold; one son, Edward E. of Dixon; 1 daughter Sharon Kappelman of Jefferson City; 1 brother Willie V. Peterson of Caseyville, Illinois; 3 grandsons, Lance Kappelman, and Douglas and Philip Hamilton.  Two aunts of Kansas City, Kansas.  In addition to a host of friends and loved ones.  She was preceded in death by her parents and 1 son Douglas.

Funeral services were held in the Baptist Church in Crocker on Tuesday, July 15, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Marc Miller officiating.  Burial was in the Crocker Memorial Park Cemetery.  Organist was Beth Skaggs and Soloist were Kathy Brandt, Sue Hauck and Ellen Alexander.  Serving as her pallbearers were Ewell Penland, Henry Farley, Bud and Harold Newcomb, Jack Skaggs and Jessie Peterson.

Monte Stephen Doyle 1951-1986

Monte Stephen Doyle was born in Rolla, Missouri on October 15, 1951 the son of James and Violet Copeland Doyle and passed away suddenly on October 2, 1986.  He had attained the age of 34 years.

Monte is survived by daughter Hilary, his parents, James and Violet Doyle, 2 brothers, Bradley and his wife Lisa and Milan, all of Dixon, with other relatives and friends.

He attended the Dixon Schools, worked at Ft. Wood as an electrician while health permitted.  He enjoyed fishing and working with taxidermy, and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Funeral services were held in the Long Chapel on Saturday, October 4, 1986 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Ed Pierce officiating.  Burial was in the Dixon Cemetery.  Serving as his pallbearers were Lonnie, Roger, Tracy, and Buddy

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Florence (Lipscomb) Cain 1893-1986

Florence Cain was born in Crocker, Missouri on May 27, 1893 the daughter of John F. and Sophronia Murphy Lipscomb and passed away in the Phelps County Regional Hospital in Rolla on April 6, 1986.  She had attained the age of 92 years.

She was united in marriage to Joseph Hampton Cain on October 11, 1913 and unto this union 2 sons were born.  He preceded her in death on August 3, 1963.

Florence is survived by her 2 sons, Harold and his wife Opal and Donald and his wife Ethel of Granite City, Illinois, 1 brother Joseph Lipscomb of Kansas City, 5 grandchildren, Richard Cain of Highland, Illinois, Karen Campbell of Houston, Texas, Herbert and Mark Cain of Granite City, Illinois and Donna Baker of St. Louis, 5 great-grandchildren, Ricky Cain of Highland, Illinois, Christina and Steve Campbell of Houston, Texas, Robin and Erin Cain of Granite City, Illinois with other relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 4 brothers, Arthur, Mert, Homer, and Frank and 1 sister Myra Lipscomb.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Dixon, garnet Chapter #283 Order of the Eastern Star.  Florence lived in Granite City from 1922 until 1947 and then moved to Dixon.

Funeral services were held in the Long Chapel on April 9, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Philip Inman officiating.  Burial was in the Dixon Cemetery.  Organist was Kathy Brandt and serving as her pallbearers were Carl Durtschi, Elmer McKinnon, Paul Beydler, Naith Campbell, Murl Baker, and Walter Dickens.

Freda Mae (Irvin) Shelden 1935-1986

Freda Mae Shelden was born in Dixon on September 9, 1935, the daughter of Thomas and Ellen Berry Irvin and passed away in the Boone County Hospital in Columbia on Monday, December 22, 1986.  She had attained the age of 51 years.

She is survived by her husband Paul, of the home in Fulton, 1 son Rick Johns of Rolla, her mother, Ella Irvin of Fulton, her sister Melba Lick of Dixon, 3 grandchildren, Adam, Travis, and Lindsay Johns with other relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her father and 2 brothers, Carl and Donnie.

Freda was a member of the First Christian Church in Fulton.  She was a self-employed beauty operator and most recently the manager of radio KFAL in Fulton.

Funeral services were held in the Long Chapel in Dixon on Wednesday, December 24, 1986, at 10:30 a.m., with Rev. Raymond McCallister from the Christian Church in Fulton officiating.  Organist was Kathy Brandt and soloist was Hazel Schierbaum who sang “Amazing Grace” and “In The Garden”.  Serving as her pallbearers were Bud and Danny Shelden, Bobby Foster, Larry Irvin, Butch Lick, and Doyle Giesler.

Emma Alvira (Dickens) Perkins 1902-1985

Emma Alvira Perkins was born in Maries County, Missouri on July 29, 1902 the daughter of Charles and Hattie Scott Dickens and passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 28, 1985.  She had attained the age of 83 years.

She was united in marriage to Bryan Perkins and unto this union 2 sons and 2 daughters were born.  Bryan preceded her on February 14, 1985.

Emma is survived by her 2 sons, Donald of Dixon and Robert of Devine, Texas; 2 daughters, Ethel Merideth of Leavenworth, Kansas and Audrey Beck of Omaha, Nebraska; 1 brother Garrett Dickens of Cuba, 1 sister Jessie Lindner of Warrenton; 9 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 1 grandson Mark, 6 brothers, Floyd, Lonnie, Earl, Clyde, Russell and Roy, and 3 sisters, Bertha Hughes, Dollie Dickens and 1 infant.

She was a member of the Dixon Church of Christ approximately 20 years, having been baptized at age 21 in the First Christian Church.  She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Funeral services were held in the Long Chapel on Tuesday, December 31, 1985 at 2:00 p.m. with Charles Pitts officiating.  Burial was in the Dixon Cemetery.  Church of Christ Choir sang Beautiful Isle of Somewhere and The Old Rugged Cross.  Serving as her pallbearers were Herbert and Dean Perkins, Cheryl Tyberendt, Linda Wallingford, Kay Howarter, Phyllis Fischer and Gary Ramsey and Ronald Beck.

Sylvia Ann (Ross) Kuhns 1908-1986

Sylvia Ann Kuhns was born in Pulaski County, Missouri on April 19, 1908 the daughter of Joseph and Oda Delancey Ross and passed away in the Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla on April 20, 1986.  She had attained the age of 78 years and 1 day.

She was united in marriage to Adrain Kuhns on April 6, 1931 in Vienna and unto this union 2 sons and 3 daughters were born.

Sylvia is survived by her 2 sons, Stanley of Avon Park, Florida and Dewey of Cedar Hill, Missouri; 3 daughters, Audrey Humphrey of Dixon, Stella Dzieglewicz of Wildwood, Illinois and Jessie Decker of Dixon; 4 sisters, Sue Kuhns and Inez Page of Dixon, Bertha Kelley of Columbia and Cora Enloe of Wichita Falls, Texas, 12 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and 10 step-great grandchildren with other relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her husband Adrain on Jan. 11, 5 brothers and 2 sisters.

She was a member of the High Point Church of God, loved quilting, sewing, and working in her garden.  She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Funeral services were held in the Long Chapel on Wednesday, April 23, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. James Bailey officiating.  Burial was in the Dixon Cemetery.  Organist was Kathy Brandt and Soloist was Charlie Beltz.  Serving as her pallbearers were Keith Braun, John Bertuso, Bill Borrowes, Rodger Osborne, Maurice Wolfert, and Edward Humphrey.  Honorary pallbearers were Loren Ross and Russell Jones.

Betty P. Rohr 1923-1986

Betty P. Rohr was born in St. Louis, Missouri on January 19, 1923 the daughter of Charles and Mabel Baldwin Poston and passed away in the Ft. Leonard Wood Hospital on Sunday, May 25, 1986.  She had attainted the age of 63 years.

She was united in marriage to Lester Rohr on February 4, 1950 in St. Louis and unto this union 2 sons and 3 daughters were born.

Betty is survived by her husband Lester of the home, 2 sons, Lester of Springfield, and Robert of Ft. Bragg, North Carolina serving in the U.S. Army; 3 daughters, Janice Rohr and Elaine Rohr of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Patricia Miller of Ft. Madison, Iowa; 1 sister Mary Kuleper of Florida and 2 grandchildren Scott and Stacy Miller with other relatives and friends.

All services under the direction of the Long Gilbert Funeral Home of Dixon.

Dixie M. Akery Barnhart Hahn 1930-1985

Dixie M. Akery Barnhart Hahn, age 55, originally of Dixon died December 27, 1985.  She was the beloved wife of Wilfred H. Hahn, dear mother of Randall R. and Monte K. Barnhart, and Pamela S. Schmuck, dear stepmother of Dale Hahn, Joyce hawkins and Betty Schroeder, dear sister of Pete and Dennis Akery and Dola Erickson, our dear grandmother, mother-in-law, sister-in-law, and aunt.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Wm. And Mable Akery.

Funeral services were held at the White-Mullen Mortuary, 118 N. Florissant Rd., Ferguson, Monday, December 30 1 p.m.. Entombment Valhalla Mausoleum, St. Louis.

Della (Bryant) Miller 1901-1986

Della Miller was born on August 9, 1901 near Dixon the daughter of George and Mary Rigsby Bryant and passed away in the Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla on December 5, 1986.  She had attained the age of 85 years.

She is survived by 1 granddaughter Darlene Sosnoff of Maryland Heights, 3 grandsons, Dan Fulton of Hazelwood, Darren Fulton of Sunset Hills and Dana Fulton of Barnhart, her son-in-law, Billy Dean Fulton of Barnhart, 4 great-grandchildren, Kari and David Sosnoff and Tracie and Todd Fulton.  She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Ray Miller in 1964 and her daughter Mary Jean Fulton in March 1970.

Della lived many years in the Frank Switch community and the last 3 years in the Cedar Knoll Nursing Home in St. James.  She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Funeral services were held in the Long Funeral Home on Sunday, December 7, 1986 at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. Kevin Martin officiating.  Organist was Kathy Brandt.  Burial was in the Pisgah Cemetery.  Serving as her pallbearers were Dan, Darren, Dana, Billy and Lloyd Fulton and Don Light.

Virginia (Weeks) Martin 1909-1986

Virginia Martin was born in Dixon on June 7, 1909 the daughter of L.R. and Lucy Jane Morrow Weeks and passed away in the Cox Medical Center in Springfield on February 28, 1986.  She had attained the age of 76 years.

She was united in marriage to Charley Martin on August 17, 1940.

Virginia is survived by two sisters, Lavern Weeks and Alpha Weeks of Springfield, 4 step sons, Raymond Martin of Arizona, Russell Martin and Hershel martin of Dixon and Keith Martin of Camdenton, 2 nieces, Jessie Lam and Mary Weeks, and several step-grandchildren with other relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and 2 brothers Jesse and Earl Weeks.

She enjoyed her flowers and sewing and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Funeral services were held in the Long Funeral Home in Dixon on Monday, March 3, 1986 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Kevin Martin officiating.  Burial was in the Seaton Cemetery.  Organist was Kathy Brandt and serving as her pallbearers were Hershel, Russell, and Keith Martin, Paul Miller, Dorman Baker, and Vic Bauer.

Elizabeth Olive (Starrett) Nespital 1900-1986

Elizabeth Olive Nespital was born in Chicago, Illinois on July 10, 1900, the daughter of Oliver and Agnes Starrett and passed away in her home in Crocker on November 20, 1986.  She had attained the age of 86 years.

She was united in marriage to Will F. Nespital on April3, 1919 in Chicago after his Army service in Washington D.C..  They lived in Chicago until 1947 when they moved to Crocker.  In 1956, they moved to Coronado, California to care for her aged parents, returning to Missouri in 1969.  They lived in Urbana until they returned to Crocker in 1980 to be with old friends of 1956.  To know her was to love her.

Elizabeth is survived by her husband Will of the home.  She attended the Presbyterian Church in Crocker and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.  MAY THE ANGELS LEAD YOU TO PARADISE AND ETERNAL PEACE.

Funeral services were held in the Crocker Presbyterian Church on Sunday, November 23, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Ken Campbell officiating.  Burial was in the Crocker Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of the Long Funeral Home of Crocker.  Serving as pallbearers were Hubert, Glen, and Eric Peterson, Gary Squires, Charles Worstell, and Lawrence Nespital.

Arthur Monroe Atterberry 1913-1986

Arthur Monroe Atterberry of Waynesville passed away February 11, 1986.  He was born August 3, 1913 in Bloodland, Missouri, and had attained the age of 72 years, 6 months, 8 days.

Since November 1982, he had lived in the Tri-County Nursing Home in Richland, Missouri.

He was the son of William Jackson Atterberry and Mary Eugene (Gan) Atterberry.  On January 19, 1953 he was united in marriage to Nellie Perrine, who preceded him in death March 1981.  He is survived by six brothers: Wes of Eldorado Springs, Missouri; Floyd and Junior of Richland; Dale of Waynesville; Leonard of Buckhorn; and Jesse of Greenfield, Illinois; five sisters: Nancy Burton, Sapulpa, Oklahoma; Goldie Locke, Wayne City, Illinois; Grace Roam and Rosalee Mortensen of Richland; and Betty Hopkins, Buckhorn; and a host of nieces and nephews.

As a boy, Arthur attended Old Friendship Baptist Church.  He loved to hunt and fish.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Earl and Frances; four sisters: Elizabeth, Ollie Belle, Imogene, and Ina Delaney.

Funeral services were held Thursday, February 13, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Rev. Jack Southard officiating.  Music was provided by organist, Dorothy Moore, and soloist, Iva Mae Case.  Interment was in the Buckhorn Baptist Church, Waynesville, Missouri under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Chapel.  Escorts were the Nephews.

Grace L. “Mamie” (Huff) Achen 1914-1986

Grace L. “Mamie” (Huff) Achen, of Waynesville, Missouri, was born a daughter of Alfred and Lilly (Price) Huff in Turley, Missouri on May 27, 1914, and departed this life Sunday evening, September 28, 1986 at the age of 72 years, four months and one day.

Mamie was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church in Waynesville, Missouri.

Mamie loved her family very much.  She was always there when her children needed her.  Mamie loved flowers, and all kinds of plants, indoor and outdoor.  Of particular interest were her many lovely African violets.  Mamie also loved to sew.  She will be sadly missed by her loved ones and many friends.

Mamie is survived by five daughters: Bonnie Miles, Hillview, Illinois; Jackie Murray, Wapakoneta, Ohio; Carolyn Brotherton, Joann Schindler, and Vickie Peacock, all of Waynesville, Missouri; four brothers: Bob Huff, Success, Missouri; Tom Huff, Houston, Missouri; Joe Huff, State of Washington; and Bert Huff, State of Texas; two sisters: Eva Raines, Waynesville, Missouri; and Marie Maness, State of Illinois; 13 grandchildren, and three great grandchildren; many other relatives and friends.

Mamie was preceded in death by her husband, mother, father, one sister, and four brothers.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 1 at 2:00 p.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Rev. Othal L. Hodson officiating.

Music was provided by organist Dorothy Moore, and soloist, Charles Folkert.

Escorts were: Larry Brotherton, Jim Miles, Rod Murray, Dean Miles, Paul

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Honorary escorts were: Darren Brotherton, Terry Miles, Rodney Murray, and Bryne Schindler.

Interment was in the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

Paul Goforth 1905-1986

Paul Goforth, son of Jim and Fannie Gardner Goforth, was born in Springfield, Missouri on June 19, 1905, and departed this life September 22, 1986 at Lake Ozark General Hospital, Osage Beach, Missouri.

On October 3, 1926 he was united in marriage with Edith Holdren, and to this union was born three children.  He is preceded in death by an infant daughter, Lois Jean, his wife Edith, who passed away April 30, 1985, his parents, three brothers: George, Frank, and Vincent; two sisters: Della Winifred and Zella Evans, and one grandson, James Allen Goforth.

Paul has been a member of the Glover Chapel Church of Christ since he was a young man.

He has lived in this area most all of his life, and has been in both turkey and Grade A Dairy Farming before retiring in 1977.

He is survived by two sons: Jim Bill Goforth of Richland; Charley Paul Goforth of Linn Creek, Missouri; one brother, Davy Goforth of Richland; four grandchildren and six great grandchildren; other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held from Colonial Funeral Chapel at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 25, 1986 with Rev. Roger Marshall and Pryor Ray Prewett officiating.

Music was provided by DeLores Shadel.

Burial was in the Oaklawn Cemetery under the direction of Colonial Funeral Chapels.

Escorts were: Lloyd Bohannon, Alfred Zeigenbein, Jim Harrold, Don Roam, Russel Gibson, and Lawrence Moore.

Elizabeth E. (McMahan) Robinson 1908-1986

Elizabeth E. (McMahan) Robinson, daughter of Charles M. and Sarah Rebecca (York) McMahan, was born August 17, 1908 in Pulaski County near Richland, Missouri.  She departed this life August 3, 1986, 9:02 p.m. at Lester E. Cox Hospital North, Springfield, Missouri attaining the age of 77 years, 11 months, and 17 days.

Elizabeth accepted Christ as her Savior at the age of 13, was baptized and united with the Beulah Baptist Church.  In 1949 she moved her membership to the Boulevard Baptist Church in Springfield and was an active member of the Lydia Sunday School Class and the Lottie Moon Group of Baptist Women.

Elizabeth was married to Joseph W. Robinson who preceded her in death February 10, 1938.  In 1942 she became a resident of Springfield, Missouri where she worked as a secretary until her retirement.

Survivors include three step-daughters, Lucille Vaught, Richland; Yveta Pearson, Stewart, Mississippi; and Helen Salsman, Richland; a step-son, Joe C. Robinson, Cedar Hill, Missouri; two first cousins, Alta Wolfe and Vivian Johnson, St. James; several second cousins including Geneva Smith, Springfield; Wayne Setsor, Richland and Bonnie Setsor Morrow, Foristell, Missouri; 25 step-grandchildren; 34 step-great grandchildren, one step-great grandson preceded her in death; and a host of other relatives and close friends.

Services were held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday in Boulevard Baptist Church, Springfield with Rev. Richard Eakins officiating.

Music was provided by Martha Garrison, organist.  Roy Salsman, step-son-in-law, sang “Because He Lives” and Wayne Garrison, Music Director, Boulevard, sang “Blessed Assurance” and “Victory In Jesus”.

Escorts were: Everett Reeder, Warren Scranton, Gus Robards, Gerald Simmons, Gene Gorden, and Paul Baker, fellow church members.

Louis L. “Lou” Rayl 1913-1986

Louis L. “Lou” Rayl was born a son of Virgil C. and Nora Maryetta (Taylor) Rayl on December 1, 1913 in Waynesville, Missouri.  He departed this life at the University of Missouri Hospital and Clinics in Columbia, Missouri, November 3, 1986 in his 72nd year.

“Lou” accepted Christ, was baptized and became a member of the Buckhorn Baptist Church.  He was united in marriage to Marie Lena (Beals) January 2, 1944 in Waynesville, Missouri.  They shared 42 years of marriage.

He was a member of the Waynesville Lodge No. 375, A.F. & A.M. for 31 years.

“Lou” was a farmer all of his life.  He enjoyed and had great pride in working with the land and animals.  “Lou” loved his family, neighbors, and his many friends, and was always ready to lend them a helping hand.

“Lou” will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

“Lou” is survived by his wife, Marie of Buckhorn; three brothers: Drue, of Richland; Roy of Dixon; and Lee of Lebanon, Missouri; and nine nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter, Margaret Louise Rayl; two brothers Dorsey and Johnny Rayl; and one sister, Cora (Rayl) Roam.

Visitation was held Tuesday, November 4 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with Masonic Services at 7:00 p.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 5 at 2:00 p.m. at the Buckhorn Baptist Church with Rev. Norman Sanders and Rev. Gary Guy officiating.

Music was provided by organist, Mary Ann Lowry, and soloist, Rev. Larry Atkins.

Escorts were: Clarence Basham, Warren Bays, Don Lowry, Bill Nicks, Frank Phinney, and Louie Smith.

Honorary escorts were: Neil Adams, Clarence Crismon, Alva Foote, Norman Gan, Charles Goodrich, and Elton Powers.

Interment was in the Buckhorn Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

Wilma (Cragg) Fisher 1914-1986

Wilma (Cragg) Fisher was born a daughter of Heber A. and Mina A. Cragg in Manhattan, Kansas on September 7, 1914 and departed this life July 23, 1986 at the age of 71 years.

Wilma entered the Navy while living in Junction City, Kansas, on November 10, 1944, and place of entry was in Bronx, New York.  She served in the Navy over two and half years doing various clerical work, and departed the naval service in Bethesda, Maryland on June 15, 1947.  She received the American Campaign Ribbon Victory Medal of World War II.

Wilma met and married John Fisher.  She enjoyed arts and crafts, fishing, quilting, and bowling.  Wilma was a member of the A.A.R.P..  She was retired from Civil Service where she was a clerk typist for Dental Detachment.

She was a loving wife, and friend and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Wilma is survived by her husband, John of Waynesville; one step-son, Dennis Fisher of Jacksonville, Florida; two brothers, Phildean Moore of Manhattan, Kansas, and Merle Cragg of Dodge City, Kansas; one sister, Georgie Hockensmith of Junction City, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her mother and father.

Funeral services were held Friday, July 25, 1986 at 10:00 a.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Chaplain Wayne Bell officiating.

Music was provided by organist Dorothy Moore.

Escorts were: Earl Arnold, Jim Arnold, Champ Champion, Jim Dodds, Vaughn Emerson, and Jim Wiley.

Burial was in the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

Aniela (Jakimiec) Gottfried 1905-1986

Aniela Gottfried, daughter of Jan Jakimiec and Cieliczka Josef Jakimiec was born May 15, 1905 and passed away July 24, 1986.  She was preceded in death by her husband, and both her parents.

A Rosary service was held at Colonial Funeral Chapel at 7:00 p.m. on July 25, 1986.

Funeral Mass as held at the St. Jude Catholic Church in Richland, Missouri July 26, 1986 at 10:00 a.m. with Father John Pender and Rev. Robert Bixby officiating.

Interment was in the Oaklawn Cemetery under the direction of Colonial Chapels, Inc.

Escorts for Mrs. Aniela Gottfried were: John McNeil, Everett Bedinghaus, Frank Pemberton, Leonard Daugherty, Drury Henson, and Barney Clark.

Aniela was born in Poland, but had lived in Richland for many years.  She was a member of the St. Jude’s Catholic Church in Richland.  Aniela was a very kind and loving person and will be greatly missed by her relatives and friends.

She leaves to mourn her passing one son Ryszard of Richland, three grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.

Joan M. (Mackney) Protz 1941-1986

Joan M. Protz, 45, of Lerna, died at 1:05 a.m. Monday (June 16, 1986) in Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.

The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home with the Rev. Jack Howard officiating.  Burial will be in Resthaven Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. today.  Eastern Star memorial services will be held 7:30 p.m. today at the funeral. 

She was born April 27, 1941 in Pulaski County, Missouri, a daughter of Clarence Everett and Bertha Fern Woody Mackney.  She married John Frederick Protz in Crocker, Missouri, June 29, 1968.  He survives.

Also surviving are a son, Kelly Lee at home; a daughter, Jennifer Joan, at home; her parents of Richland, Missouri; three brothers, Leonard E. Mackney of Saudi Arabia, Clarence E. Mackney of Jacksonville, Arkansas, and Everett of Medicine Lodge, Kansas; and one sister, Mrs. Fred (Mary) Posten of Richland, Missouri.

She was a member of the Central Christian Church in Charleston, a member and past conductress of the Aleah Chapter 389, OES in Lerna; Order of White Shrine of Jerusalem, Medinah Shrine 98, Taylorville; and was a past member of the Illinois Board of Realtors Association.

She had lived in Mattoon since 1968.

Lloyd Richard Wade 1931-1986

Lloyd Richard Wade was bron October 21, 1931 in Waynesville, Missouri the son of James W. and Ora E. (McKinnon) Wade.

Lloyd was saved in 1972.  He loved reading God’s Word.

Lloyd loved nature, and also enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He enjoyed visiting with the elderly---he always said you could learn a lot from listening and talking to them.

Lloyd grew up in Waynesville, but moved to Illinois in 1967.

Lloyd was preceded in death by his father, James W. Wade in 1972, and two sisters, Marie Ellen Bick in 1973, and Rosalie McConnough in 1985.

Lloyd leaves to mourn his passing his three children: Richard, Jessie, and Rita Wade, which all live in Everett, Washington; his mother, Ora E. Wade, Waynesville; two brothers: James E. Wade, Fairbanks, Alaska, and Robert L. Wade of Waynesville; three sisters: Margie Bishop, San Diego, California; Shirley Clark, Lebanon, Missouri; and Sharon Gollback, Redford, Michigan.

Funeral services were held Saturday, October 18 at 1:30 p.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Rev. Lee Schaffer officiating.

Music was provided by Mary Lou Long.

21 October, 1931 - 15 October, 1986

Gordon Charles Fisher 1966-1986

Gordon Charles Fisher of rural Dixon, Missouri was born a son of Charles H. and Elli (Lerach) Fisher on January 30, 1966 in Haltern, West Germany.  He passed away Saturday, September 20, 1986 at the University of Missouri Hospitals and Clinics in Columbia, Missouri at the age of 20 years, seven months, and 21 days.

Gordon was a graduate of the class of 1984 at the Waynesville High School.  He loved the outdoors and loved riding his motorcycle.

Gordon will be sadly missed by his loved ones, and all of his friends.

He is survived by his parents, Charles H. and Elli (Lerach) Fisher of rural Dixon; one sister, Stephanie Fisher with the United States Navy at Great Lakes, Illinois; paternal grandparents, Howard and Janet Fisher of Syracuse, New York.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 24 at 3:00 p.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Father Jack Pender officiating.

Music was provided by organist Dorothy Moore.

Escorts were: Roy Burgess, Buford Clark, Don Clark, Dwight Hensley, Marvin Long, and Don Scott.

Interment was in the Dunkard Cemetery at St. Robert, Missouri, under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

Leman W. Wilson 1923-1986

Leman W. Wilson, age 63, Rt. 72, Box 5-B, Kaiser, Missouri, passed away Monday, September 29, 1986 at the Harry S. Truman V.A. Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.  He was born August 8, 1923 in Richland, Missouri to Baker and Opal Henson Wilson.

He was married to Mona E. Hogue August 5, 1942 in Camdenton, Missouri.

He was as a lifetime resident of Pulaski and Miller Counties.  Veteran of WW II in the Navy.  Retired from Kirkwood Lodge at Lake of the Ozarks in 1985.  Is a member of the New Hope Baptist Church in Kaiser, Missouri.

Survivors include: Mona E. Wilson wife of the home; his parents Mr. and Mrs. Baker Wilson of Richland, Missouri; Jerry Wilson, son of Kaiser; Wilda Trusley, daughter of Brumley, Missouri; brothers: Vernon Baker, and Dean Wilson all of Richland, Missouri; Don Wilson of Kansas City, Missouri; and Doyle Wilson of Illinois; sisters: Violet Osborn, Bonnie Starnes, and Sue Paul all of Richland, Missouri.

Visitation was October 1, 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Griswold-Kays Chapel, Eldon, Missouri.

Funeral services were at New Hope Baptist Church, Kaiser, Missouri, on October 2, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Curtis Wilson, Rev. Hank Tannehill, and Rev. Ralph Byrd officiating.

Interment was in the New Hope Cemetery, Kaiser, Missouri under the direction of Griswold-Kays Funeral Home.

Joseph Morrow 1898-1986

Joseph Morrow, son of Willard and Elizabeth Mishler Morrow, was born January 31, 1898 in Missouri, and departed this life October 10, 1986, in Rolla, Missouri at the age of 88 years.  He had been a resident of the Waynesville Nursing Center for a short time.

He professed his faith in Jesus Christ at an early age, and became a member of a small church in Willard, Missouri.

In 1923 he was united in marriage with Dorothy Hobart, and to this union was born four sons, and one daughter.

Joseph moved to Richland in 1940, where he worked at the Richline Boat Factory for several years.  He has also worked as a city policeman and was employed at Caldwell Oil Company for several years.  While living in Kansas City, he worked for Standard Steel Works for a number of years.

He is survived by four sons, Jerry of Richland, Raymond of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Richard of Mescito Pass, California, and Leon of Iola, Kansas; two daughters, Shirley Shelton of Richland, and Louise Sloan; several grandchildren; other relatives and friends.

Those preceding him in death include his parents, his wives, and one son, Joe, and one daughter Margrete.

Funeral services were held at Colonial Funeral Chapel at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, October 13, 1986 with Pryor Ray Prewett officiating.

Music was provided by Rusty Shadel, soloist and Marcia Shadel, organist.

Burial was in the Elm Grove Cemetery under the direction of Colonial Funeral Chapels.

Escorts were: Bob Callahan, Gary Brown, Harold Ewing, Richard Shockley, Wayne Setser, and Danny Zeigenbein.

David James Burgess 1955-1986

David James Burgess, a son of Dorothy and Jack Burgess, was born in Garden City, Kansas on January 13, 1955, and departed this life on October 23, 1986 in Kansas City, Missouri, at the age of 31 years.  He spent most of his life in Lansing, Kansas.

At the age of 10, David professed his faith in Jesus Christ and became a member of the Deerfield Southern Baptist Church in Deerfield, Kansas.  He was baptized by his father.  At the time of his death he was a member of the Nall Avenue Baptist Church in Kansas City, Kansas.

David graduated from Lansing High School in 1973, and then attended Kansas University, and received a degree in Physical Education.  He also attended school and became a licenses beautician, and managed several hair salons in Kansas City.

Prior to his death David was a teachers aid in the Kansas City Elementary Public School System.

He is survived by his parents Jack and Dorothy Burgess of Lansing, Kansas; one brother Billy Dean Burgess of Lansing, Kansas; one sister, Lois Jean Owen of Leavenworth, Kansas; his paternal grandparents, Alonzo and Julia Burgess of Hazelgreen, and his maternal grandmother Mrs. Claudine Newell of Richland, other relatives and many friends.

David is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, James Newell.

Funeral services were from Colonial Funeral Chapel at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, October 27, 1986 with Rev. Dan Redmond officiating.

Music was provided by Rusty Shadel, soloist and Marcia Shadel, organist.

Burial was in the Oaklawn Cemetery under the direction of Colonial Funeral Chapels.

Escorts were Kenneth Newell, Jimmy Burgess, Leo McDaniel, Keith Owen, Gerry Burgess, and George Henson.

Robert Davis Holdren 1907-1986

Robert Davis Holdren, 79, of Baring, Missouri, passed away Wednesday morning, November 26, at his home in Baring.

The son of William Robert and Martha Ellen Sellers Holdren, he was born October 10, 1907 in Camden County, Missouri.

On April 27, 1932 at Richland, Missouri he married Marie Mitschele and she preceded him in death on December 20, 1984.

He is survived by four sons: William John, and Joseph Alva all of Baring, Missouri and Jack Holdren of Omaha, Nebraska; three daughters: Mrs. Dale (Shirley) Mesecher of Burlington, Iowa, Mrs. John (Lenora) Flynn of Edina, Missouri, Mrs. Clinton (Mary Lou) Jerome of Eureka, Missouri; two sisters: Mrs. Hadley (Ruth) Deberry and Mrs. Clyde (Alice) Eakens both of Richland, Missouri, 24 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

He was also preceded in death by his parents; a granddaughter, Joyce Flynn; two great grandsons, Heath Forquer, James Patrick Kiley and three sisters: Eunice Curtis, Gladys Traw, and Edith Goforth.

Mr. Holdren was reared in Camden County and resided there until 1947 when he and his wife moved to the Memphis area.  They had been residents of Baring since 1953.  Mr. Holdren had been employed in farm related activities until his retirement.

Funeral services were held Saturday at 1:30 p.m., November 29, 1986 in the Hudson-Rimer Funeral Chapel in Edina, Missouri with the Rev. Archie Cooper of Kirksville, Missouri officiating.

Music was provided by Sandra Browning, singing “The Old Rugged Cross” and “Beyond the Sunset”, Carol Hayes organist.

Casket bearers were: Kelly Holdren, Keven Holdren, Larry Forquer, Jim Kiley, Terry Hunolt, Terry Forquer and Stephen Jerome.

Burial was in the Slocum Cemetery west of Greensburg, Missouri.

Vernon William Vanderhoof 1962-1986

Vernon William Vanderhoof was born a son of David and Linda Vanderhoof at Camp Pendelton, California on April 21, 1962.  He departed this life on July 22, 1986 at the age of 24 years.

Vernon was baptized as a small boy in the Pentecostal Church.

He graduated from the Waynesville High School in 1981.  He collected comic books, enjoyed reading and music.  Vernon was a commander of the Sons of American Legion #311 of Waynesville, Missouri.  He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his parents of Waynesville; one brother, LeRoy Vanderhoof of Waynesville; and one half-brother, Leland Vanderhoof of the state of California.

Funeral services were held Friday, July 25, 1986 at 1:00 p.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Rev. Norman Sanders officiating.

Music was provided by organist Dorothy Moore.

Escorts were: Jose Diaz, Bill Hammock, Don Keys, Sam Majewski, Johnie Pierpoint, and Mike Senovich.

Burial was in the Waynesville Memorial park Cemetery under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

Arthur L. Dye 1911-1986

Arthur L. Dye of Waynesville, Missouri, was born a son of Harley M. Dye, and Pearl (Berry) Dye on December 12, 1911 in Pulaski County, Missouri, and he departed this life at the age of 74 years, eight months, and 24 days.

On January 24, 1937, he was united in marriage to Jeretta Hudgens, and to this union four children were born.

He had accepted Christ and was baptized at a very early age, and at the time of his death was a charter member of the Harmony Baptist Church.

Arthur was a life-long resident of Pulaski County, Missouri.  He was a retired farmer from the Fairview community and he and his family had the honor of being chosen Farm Family of the Year several years ago.  He had pride and appreciation for his working years as a farmer.  He was loving and devoted to his family and friends, and he will be greatly missed by all of them.

Mr. Dye was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Jeretta; one daughter, Hazel Scherrer; also one infant brother and sister.  He is survived by two sons: Dannie of Waynesville, Missouri; and Frank of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; one daughter, Helen Fleischer of Waynesville, Missouri; one sister, Marie Storie of Waynesville, Missouri; 11 grandchildren; also other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Sunday, September 7, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. at the Harmony Baptist Church, under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Chapel, with Rev. Bill Pringle, and Rev. Keith Miles officiating.

Music was provided by soloist, Iva Mae Case, and organist, Dorothy Moore.

Escorts were: George Berry, Bill Dye, Herman Dye, Roy Lee Dye, Charles Storie, and Tracy Storie.

Interment was in the Fairview Cemetery, Laquey, Missouri under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

A memorial has been established to the Fairview Cemetery Fund.

Harry Alvin Carroll 1903-1986

Harry Alvin Carroll, son of Lewis and Sarah Margaret Coffman Carroll was born July 1, 1903 in Pulaski County and departed this life on September 9, 1986 at the Lebanon Care Center, at the age of 83 years, two months, and eight days.

He was united in marriage with Leta Saltzman on June 16, 1924, and to this union was born two daughters, both surviving.

As a carpenter in the Pulaski County area, Harry worked for Frank Warner at Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri for several years.

As a young man, Harry professed his faith in Jesus Christ and became a member of the First Baptist Church in Richland, where he has remained a member.

Those surviving include his wife Leta of the home; two daughters: Roberta Soltvedt and her husband Lucian Edward of Bloomington, Minnesota; and Juanita North and her husband James Dillard of Lebanon, Missouri; eight grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren; other relatives and a host of friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, four brothers: William, Joey, Johnny and Andy Carroll, and five sisters: Ethel Morrison, Edna Ayers, Grace Palmer, Eve Brown, and Mabel Palmer.

Funeral services were from First Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 12, 1986, with Rev. Roger Marshall officiating.

Music was provided by Dwight Roam, Bruce Pafford, and Rusty Shadel with Marlene Brown, pianist.

Burial was in the Oaklawn Cemetery under the direction of Colonial Funeral Chapels.

Escorts were: Jo Hendrix, Randy North, Lucian Soltvedt, Mike North, Lloyd Oberbeck, and Jon Korshus.

Honorary escorts were: Mike Gindorff, Otto Calvert, Charles Henson, Loran Keeth, John Faucher, Jr. Henson, Ivy Powers, and Clifford Henson.

William Eugene Stewart 1930-1986

William Eugene Stewart, of Waynesville, Missouri, was born the son of Horace and Elizabeth (Burleson) Stewart on June 5, 1930, at St. Louis, Missouri, and departed this life Tuesday, September 23, 1986, at the age of 56 years, three months and 18 days.

He married Lillian L. (Lou) Heffernan on September 20, 1952, and to this union five children were born.  Bill and Lou shared 34 years of love and devotion together.  He served briefly in the National Guard and U.S. Naval Reserve before joining the United States Air Force, for a total of 28 years, eight months and 22 days, a period which spanned both the Korean and Vietnam wars.  He was stationed overseas in Vietnam and in Italy, and served with a devotion to duty which was typical of his integrity and loyalty to his wife, friends, and country.  He distinguished himself at all time, as was evidenced by many awards and service medals.  After retirement from the military, he and his family lived in Germany before making a home in Waynesville.

Bill was an avid fisherman, boatsman, and enjoyed the outdoors.  He was active in various Masonic Bodies: home Lodge, Texas 8, San Antonio, Texas; past master and life member of Aviano Lodge 643, Italy; member, Two Bridges Lodge, Zweibruecken, Germany; member of Moslah Shrine Temple; member of York Rite, Frankfurt, Germany; member of Eastern Star, Faith Chapter 19, Pirmasens, Germany.  William was past chairman of the Forest Hills Homeowners Association, volunteer financial counselor for the Army Community Services on Fort Leonard Wood, and sponsor and committee member of Ducks Unlimited.

He is survived by his wife, Loy, of Waynesville; his mother, Elizabeth Ray of Cuba, Missouri; one son, Bill, of Austin, Texas; four daughters: Sherri Stewart and Susy Claborn, both of Los Angeles, California; Shelly Bertrand, of Austin, Texas; and Sandy Stewart of Arlington, Virginia; three brothers: Bob and Cliff, both of Cuba, Missouri, and Chuck of Rolla, Missouri; two sisters, June Albrecht of Cuba, Missouri and Nancy Fisher of Niceville, Florida; one grandson, Billy Claborn of Dallas, Texas, and many other relatives and friends.  He will be greatly missed by all of them.  William was preceded in death by his father.

A memorial has been suggested by the family to the American Heart Association.

Funeral services were held Friday, September 26 at 11:00 a.m. at the Main Post Chapel, Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, with Chaplain Robert R. Davidson officiating.

Music was provided by organist, Dorothy Moore.

Escorts were: Ray Kidd, Chuck Stewart, Cliff Stewart, Bob Stewart, Bill Stewart, and Charles Bertrand.

Honorary escorts were: Billy Claborn, Tom Claborn, Bill Albreckt, Herman Ray, Don Fisher, and John Stevens.

Interment was in the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Chapel. 

George Gilbert Wood 1913-1986

George Gilbert Wood was born a son of Ruffus E. Wood and Myrtle (Barnard) Wood on May 4, 1913 in Garden City, Missouri.  He departed this life October 23, 1986 at St. John’s Hospital having attained the age of 73 years five months 19 days.

He was united in marriage to Nellie Mae (Massey) June 3, 1935 and to this union four children were born.

George lived most of his life in the State of Missouri, except for 15 years in the State of California where he worked as a journeyman welder.  George and his family have been residents of Pulaski County since April, 1959.

He enjoyed fishing and worked as a guide on the Lake of the Ozarks for several years.

He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his wife Nellie of Richland, two sons, Richard and Don of Laquey, Missouri, two daughters, Velda Clubb of Coolidge, Arizona, and Viola Carson of Winfield, Missouri, four brothers: Clyde of the State of Kansas; Leonard of Camdenton, Missouri; Merle and Jack of the State of Washington; one sister, Mary Lou Thurmerdo of the State of Texas, 16 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

Services were held Sunday, October 26, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Rev. Bill Tallant officiating.

Burial was in the Palace Cemetery under the direction of Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

Music was furnished by Dorothy Moore.

Those serving as escorts were: George Hill, Gerald McCoy, Roger McCoy, Rolla McCoy, Carl McGee, and Larry Thornhill.

Rebecca Cora (Bacon) McClure 1909-1986

Rebecca Cora McClure was born in Gerald, Missouri on February 6, 1909, the daughter of Samuel and Minnie Votal Bacon and passed away on November 28, 1986 in the Lake of the Ozarks Hospital in Osage Beach, Missouri.  She had attained the age of 77 years.

Funeral services were held in the Long Funeral Chapel on Sunday, November 30, 1986 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. David McMullin officiating.  Burial was in the Boeuff Presbyterian Church Cemetery under the direction of the Long Funeral Home of Crocker.

The pallbearers were her grandsons.

She is survived by two sons, Gary Busen of Plato and John Busen of Gray Summit; one daughter, JoAnn Weber of Crocker; one sister, Ethel Baer of Augusta, Missouri; 16

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Claire T. Hammond 1977-1986

Claire T. Hammond, 9, of Route 2, Richland, died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 1986 at Pulaski County Memorial Hospital after an accident at her home.

Born May 13, 1977, in Coos Bay, Ore., she was the daughter of William E. and Laura Gregory Hammond, of Richland.

She was a student at Laquey School in Laquey and was active in Girl Scout Troop 227 in Waynesville, the Junior Bowling League, the Hornet basketball team and the Angels softball league.

Visitation was held Thursday, October 15, 1986 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with Scripture Service at 7:00 p.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Chaplain William F. Carey officiating.  Music was furnished by organist Dorthy Moore.

Services were held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, October 20 at St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church in Saratoga Springs, N.Y..  Burial followed at Dunning Street Cemetery in Malta, N.Y..

Survivors besides her parents, include two brothers, Christopher Hammond and Michael Hammond, both of Richland; maternal grandmother, Catherine McNinch, of Waynesville; and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews in the Saratoga area.

The family suggest memorials to take the form of donations to the Memorial Fund of Girl Scout Troop 227, P.O. Box 224, Waynesville, Mo., 65583.

Arrangements were by the Tunison Funeral Home in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.

Bessie Manes Gibson 1900-1986

Bessie Manes Gibson, daughter of Charles and Minnie Barnaby Manes, was born November 28, 1900, and departed this life on October 25, 1986 at Osage Beach, Missouri, at the age of eighty five years, ten months and twenty eight days.

On December 31, 1919 she was united in marriage with John Gibson, and to this union one daughter was born.

Bessie professed her faith in Christ as a young girl and became a member of the Sunnyside Christian Church at Wet Glaize, Missouri, until it disbanded and her membership was transferred to the First Christian Church in Richland.

She enjoyed gardening, and was a very devoted wife, mother and grandmother.  She took great pride in her family and her home.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, October 28,1986 at 1:30 p.m. with Kirk Mallette officiating under the direction of the Colonial Funeral Chapel.

Resting place was in the Camp Ground Cemetery.

Escorts for Mrs. Gibson were: Lynn Anderson, Ivan Perkins, Steve Sorensen, Roy Joe Perkins, Scott Sorensen and Eric Sinner.

Those surviving include her husband John; her daughter, Kathleen Snead of Richland; two brothers, Howard Manes of Springfield, and Jerry Manes of Caldwell, Idaho; two sisters Lola Davis and Betty Lucas, both of Richland; three grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren; other relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, one brother Norman Manes and one sister, Lillian Manes.

Opal Alice (Harris) Kays 1908-1986

Opal Alice Kays, daughter of Allen and Elsie McDaniel Harris, was born on March 22, 1908 in Pulaski County, and departed this life September 20, 1986 at her home, at the age of seventy eight years.

On December 22, 1933, she was united in marriage with John Kays, and to this union was born one son, who survives.

Opal taught school for many years in Pulaski County schools.

In 1950 she transferred her membership from the Union Church in Hazelgreen to the Independence Baptist Church, where she has remained a very faithful and active member.  She served as church secretary and treasurer for many years.

Opal was a lovely Christian lady, who was willing to help a neighbor or friend in need.  She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 23, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Ed Hamilton and Rev. Raymond McClary officiating.

Resting Place was in the Hazelgreen Cemetery.

Escorts were: Fred Wilson, Virgil Shelton, Keith Lundh, Mayfield Wilson, Jesse Elam and Larry Ogle.

Those surviving include her son John Earl Kays and his wife Barbara of Richland; one sister Bessie Murrell of Richland; two grandchildren Kent and Sherrie; as well as other relatives and a host of many friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Edna Bosel; one brother, Lynn Harris and an infant brother.

Thelma Elizabeth (Eads) Jensen 1918-1986

Thelma Elizabeth Jensen was born in Dixon, Missouri on March 14, 1918 the daughter of Jim and Agusta Copeland Eads and passed away in the Tri-County Nursing Home in Richland on Thursday evening, Oct. 23, 1986.  She had attained the age of 68 years.

After graduating from high school she attended college at Bolivar for one year.  She then worked for the Health Department in Waynesville for a period of time.  The rest of her life she spent as a house wife and working for the Department of the Army at Ft. Leonard Wood until her health failed, retiring after 20 years.  On March 8, 1941 she was united in marriage to Earl Jensen.  She was a devoted mother to her two sons and Phillip and Lance.

At an early age she was converted to Christianity and remained faithful to her Christian faith as long as she lived, being a member of the Crocker Presbyterian Church.  She was a loving and caring person and she will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Funeral services were held in Crocker Presbyterian Church on Sunday, October 26, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Scott Porter officiating.  Burial was in the Crocker Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of the Long Funeral Home of Crocker.  Gladys Schneider was the organist.  Serving as her pallbearers were Herbert Krouse, Hubert Peterson, Dr. John Mihalevich, Neal Jones, Kent Murray and Ronnie Layman.

Thelma is survived by her husband Earl of the home, 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Phillip and Kathy Jensen of Crocker and Lance and Patricia Jensen of St. Louis, 3 grandchildren, Mark, Karen, and Katie, 2 sisters, Bertha Eads of Cincinnati, Ohio and Evelyn Davis of Granite City, Illinois, 1 brother Warren Eads of Virginia, with other relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents, 1 infant son, 1 brother Wayne Eads and 1 sister Pearl Gilbert.

Everett Lee Keaton 1903-1986

Everett Lee Keaton was born in Big Piney, Missouri on October 16, 1903, the son of William Lennox and Sarah Palmer Keaton and passed away in the nursing home in Vienna on November 30, 1986.  He had attained the age of 83 years.

He was united in marriage to Edna Riden on December 9, 1929 and to this union three sons and one daughter were born.

Everett was a lifetime farmer.  He moved from Big Piney to the Hayden area in 1941 where he farmed the land he loved until moving to Dixon in 1980.  He was baptized in the Kenner Church of God and in later years attended the High Point Church of God.

Funeral services were held in the Long Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, December 2, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. James Bailey officiating.  Burial was in the Kenner Cemetery under the direction of the Long Funeral Chapel.

His grandsons served as pallbearers.

He is survived by his wife Edna, three sons; James of Kansas City, William Arnold of Beauford, Missouri and Ralph of Higginsville; two brothers, Clyde of St. Louis and Robert of Licking; 12 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Bernadine, five brothers and three sisters.  He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Carrie Marie Harris 1905-1986

Carrie Marie Harris daughter of William and Otilla Harris was born June 22, 1905 in Richland, Mo., and departed this life September 14, 1986 in Webster Grove, Missouri at the age of 81 years.

On August 4, 1924 she was united in marriage with Carl Grant Harris and to this union two children were born, both surviving.  After their marriage they moved to St. Louis and reared their family.  In 1943 they returned to Richland, and again returned to Richland in 1877 after living in various towns to be near Mr. Harris’ employment.  Due to ill health she has made her home with her children for the past several years.

Graveside services were held Wednesday, September 17, 1986 at 1:00 p.m. at the Oaklawn Cemetery with Rev. William Owens officiating.

She is survived by one son Gene; one daughter Marie; three granddaughters, Linda, Karla and Brenda; three great- grandchildren

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John Phillip Snead 1913-1986

John Phillip Snead, son of John Patrick and Blanche Harbaugh Snead, was born in Lincoln, Nebraska on July 9, 1913 and departed this life October 29, 1986 at Osage Beach, Missouri.

He was united in marriage to Kathleen Gibson on September 5, 1941, and to this union was born two sons, and one daughter, all surviving.

As a young man, John was baprized into the First Presbyterian Church of Worland, Wyoming.  He was an ordained deacon of the First Presbyterian Church of Climax Springs.

He retired as a supervisor of a oil field service company.

Funeral services were held Friday, October 31, 1986 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Ralph Rowe officiating under the direction of the Colonial Funeral Chapel.

John is survived by his wife Kathleen of the home; two sons, John Snead Jr., of Richland and Charles Snead of Gillette, Wyoming; one daughter, Helen Sinner of Camdenton; two sisters, Edyth Parton of Grandfield, Oklahoma and Helen James of Jacksonville, Florida; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren; as well as other relatives and a host of many friends.

Those preceding him in death include his parents and one sister Adell Luke.

Lloyd James Evans 1904-1986

Lloyd James Evans was born at Hayden, Missouri on May 27, 1904, the son of James Henry and Emma Blackwell Evans and passed away on Monday, Oct. 27, 1986 in the Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla.  He had attained the age of 82 years.

He was united in marriage to Blanche Slone on Nov. 6, 1926 and unto this union 2 sons and 2 daughters were born.

Lloyd was a member of the First Christian Church here in Dixon for 46 years, having served as deacon for a number of years.  He was a member of the Arlington Lodge No. 346 in which he served as Tiler for 28 years, and also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star No. 283.  Lloyd served in the Army Air Corps from Feb. 22, 1922 to Feb. 21, 1925 as a plane mechanic which he enjoyed very much.  He loved to fish and hunt.  Before he retired he was a custodian for the Dixon School systems.  He worked at Chevrolet Motor Co. in St. Louis for 18 years as a mechanic.

Funeral Services were held in the Long Funeral Home on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Kevin Martin officiating.  Burial was in the Dixon cemetery.  Organist was Carman Hauck.  Serving as his pallbearers were: Harold Campbell, Frank Fabyanic, Troy Porter, Al Quick, Andy George, and Charles Sease.  Honorary pallbearers were: Walter Dickens, Archie Whitaker, Terry E. Clark, Bob Pendleton and Arthur Stuart.

Masonic services were given at the Long Funeral Chapel on Tuesday evening at 7:30 p.m.

He is survived by his wife Blanche of the home, 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Jimmie Ray and Sue of Dixon, Donald Gene and Carol of Bakersfield, California, 1 daughter Ruth Ann DeLara of Joliet, Illinois, 2 sisters, Opal Bowman of St. Louis and Lillian Riddle of Pharr, Texas, 7 grandchildren, Bruce Evans, Pam Beltz, Donna Irvin, Sherree Fateley, and Danny, Mike, and Bradley DeLara and 5 great grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and 1 daughter Dorothy Louise Evans.

Lesta Mae (Newberry) Null 1903-1986

Lesta Mae Null was born in Dixon, Missouri on September 22, 1903 the daughter of Andy and Minnie Prewett Newberry and passed away November 2, 1986.  She had attained the age of 83.

She was united in marriage to Claude Null on September 1, 1924 and unto this union 2 sons were born.

She accepted Christ as her personal saviour and was baptized in the Sheppard Baptist Church.  She and her husband lived in St. Louis for 35 years and moved to Dixon when retired.  She enjoyed her gardening, flowers, and quiltin.

Funeral services were held in the Long Chapel on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 1986 with Rev. Billy Claiborn officiating.  Burial was in the Seaton Cemetery.  Organist was Kathy Brandt and Solist was Hazel Schierbaum.

Pallbearers for Mrs. Null were: Michael Null, Carl Null, Edward Eirvin, Charles McSorley, Charles Brittain and Gary Connell.

Lesta is survived by 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Gene and Nora and Mike and Myrtle both of St. Louis, 5 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren, 3 brothers, Everett and Ernest of Dixon and Claude of St. Louis, 1 sister Louise McKnolly of St. Louis with other relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents, and 2 brothers, Herbert and an infant.

Beverly June (Hendrix) Bays 1934-1986

Beverly June Hendrix Bays, daughter of Claude and Rose Goodrich Hendrix, was born on March 1, 1934 in Pulaski County and departed this life September 1, 1986 at the Pulaski County Hospital, following a lengthy illness.

On November 18, 1950, she was united in marriage with Warren Bays, and to this union two children were born.  She is preceded in death by one son Warren Lynn, her parents, and one brother, Leroy Hendrix.

Beverly was a native of Pulaski County, where she was employed with Brown Shoe Company for several years, and with H.D. Lee for twelve years.

In 1951 she professed her faith in Jesus Christ and became a member of the First Baptist Church of Buckhorn, where she remained a member.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 3, 1986 at 1:00 p.m. with Ministers Rev. Norman Sanders and Rev. F.S. Hammons officiating.

Resting place was in the Buckhorn Cemetery.

Escorts for Mrs. Bays were: Dickie Bales, Charles Brittain, Dennis Hartley, Jim Bales, Harry Case and Bob Allison.

Those left to mourn her passing include her husband Warren of the home; one son Dennis and his wife Yvonna of Waynesville; three brothers, Dee, Buck, and Dallas Hendrix all of Waynesville; one sister, Lavone Sinclair of Waynesville; a daughter-in-law Susan Perry and her husband John of Waynesville; three grandchildren, Eric, Mandy and Christina; other relatives and a host of many friends.

Bessie Edith (Denton) Kissinger 1903-1986

Bessie Edith Kissinger, daughter of Felix Noah and Emma Denton was born February 26, 1903 in Tuscumbia, Missouri, and departed this life on October 25, 1986 at Osage Beach, Missouri.  She had attained the age of eighty three years.  Fot the past four years she has been a resident of the Tri-County Nursing Home.

On November 16, 1921, she was united in marriage with Clint Brumley, and to this union was born four children.

On December 25, 1954, she was united in marriage with Fred Kissinger.

Bessie professed her faith in Jesus Christ at an early age, and was a faithful member of the Christian Church in Richland, as long as her health permitted.

She was employed at Fort Leonard Wood from 1950 until her retirement in 1968.

She has been a lifelong resident of Richland.  She was a kind and considerate lady, who loved her family very much.  She was a wonderful wife, mother, sister and grandmother and a friend to all.

Funeral services were held Monday, October 27, 1986 at 3:00 p.m. with Lee Todd officiating under the direction of the Colonial Funeral Chapel.

Resting place was in the Livingston Cemetery.

Escorts for Mrs. Kissinger were: Vernon Wyatt, Dwight Roam, Don Wyant, Ron Helms, Felix Helms and Weldon Evans.

Those surviving include her two sons, Virgil Brumley of Richland, and Bill Brumley of Modesto, California; one daughter, Freda Wynat of Richland; three sisters, Lela Helms of St. Robert, Jeannie Shelton and Opal Shelton, both of Iberia; six grandchildren and ten great grandchildren; other relatives and friends.

Bessie is preceded in death by her parents, one brother, her husbands, and one son, Clarence.

George Gilbert Wood 1913-1986

George Gilbert Wood was born a son of Ruffus E. Wood and Murtle (Barnard) Wood on May 4, 1913 in Garden City, Mo.  He departed this life October 23, 1986 at St. John’s Hospital having attained the age of 73 years,5 months 19 days.

He was united in marriage to Nellie Mae (Massey) June 3, 1935 and to this union 4 children were born.

George lived most of his life in the state of Missouri, except for 15 years in the state of California where he worked as a journeyman welder.  George and his family have been a resident of Pulaski County since April, 1959.

He enjoyed fishing and worked as a guide on the Lake of the Ozarks for several years.

He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Services were held Sunday, October 26, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. in the Waynesville memorial Chapel with Rev. Bill Tallant officiating.  Burial was in the Palace Cemetery under the direction of Waynesville Memorial Chapel.  Music was furnished by Dorothy Moore.  Those serving as escorts were: George Hill, Gerald McCoy, Roger McCoy, Rolla McCoy, Carl McGee and Larry Thornhill.

He is survived by his wife Nellie of Richland; 2 sons Richard and Don of Laquey, Missouri; 2 daughters Velda Clubb of Coolidge, Arizona and Viola Carson of Winfield, Missouri; 4 brothers, Clyde of the state of Kansas, Leonard of Camdenton, Mo., Merele and Jack of the state of Washington; 1 sister Mary Lou Thurmerdo of the state of Texas; Sixteen grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

Elijah Alphonso Moore 1912-1986

Elijah Alphonso Moore was born a son of William O. Moore and Irene (James) Moore on February 20, 1912 in the State of Arkansas, and he departed this life on October 18, 1986 at his home in Plato, Missouri in his 74th year,

Elijah had a degree as an electrical engineer.  He worked at Dodge Truck (missing text).  He was a butcher several years.  He worked as a machine operator as Hardware Spring in the State of Michigan, after which he retired.  After his retirement, he enjoyed farming and seeing things accomplished.

Elijah was a loving and devoted father, frandfather, son, nephew and friend.  He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 22, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Rev. Jess Norris officiating.  Music was provided by organist, Dorothy Moore.  Escorts were: Larry Brooks, Norman Fahle, Sheldon Gaines, Bobby Hall, Mike McDonald, Tommy Moore and William Moore.

Interment was in the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

He is survived by one son, Raymond Moore of Warren, Michigan, and one daughter, Rita Moore Gaines of Detroit, Michigan; one sister, Dimple Fahle of Livonia, Michigan; 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends.

Elijah was preceded in death by his parents and Uncle.

Clyde Ralph Becker 1926-1986

Clyde Ralph Becker, son of John and Zuba Holtsman Becker, was born in Crocker, Missouri on June 11, 1926, and departed this life August 9, 1986 at his home in Crocker.  He had attained the age of sixty years, two months and twenty nine days.

On January 20, 1949, he was united in marriage with Verna Lee Hargett, and to this union was born six sons, and one daughter, all surviving.

Ralph was a charter member of the Hawkeye Baptist Church since he was a young man.  He retired after thirty years with Civil Service, as the Director of Maintenance.  He has lived in the Pulaski County area his entire life, except for the three years he spent in the United States Navy.  He served his country during World War II, from 1944 until 1947.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 12, 1986 at 10:00 A.M. with Minister Reavil Hankins officiating under the Direction of Colonial Funeral Chapel.

Resting place was in the Dowty Cemetery.

Escorts were:  Jerry Hargett, Sonny Hargett, C.J. Becker, Junior Hargett, Ray Becker and Marion Wilson.

Honorary escorts were:  Donald Miller and Dwight Roam.

Those surviving include his wife Verna Lee of the home; six sons, Larry, Tom, Rex, Mike, David and Terry all of Richland; one daughter, Donna Piercy of Lebanon; two brothers, Wayne of Quam and Cecil of Richland; two sisters, Ruth Henson and Ethel Hargett both of Richland; eight grandchildren and other relatives and a host of many friends.

Ralph is preceded in death by his parents, and four brothers, Harry, Robert, John Jr., and Leroy.

June Ellen (Root) Zeigenbein 1936-1986

June Ellen Root Zeigenbein was born June 11, 1936 at Lebanon, Missouri to Raymond Root and Jaunita June Goss Root.  She departed this life on August 11, 1986 at her home in Brumley, Missouri.

She was married to Ivan Charles Zeigenbein and they lived the majority of their years together on a farm south of Brumley, Missouri.

She was a member of the Brumley Christian Church and loved her Church family.  She also served as a member of the Board of the Brumley Christian Church for a number of years.

Funeral services were held Thursday, August 14, 1986 at 2:00 P.M. with Ministers Lee Todd, Rev. Jim McGowin and Ralph Byrd officiating, under the Direction of the Colonial Funeral Chapel.

Resting Place was in the Oaklawn Cemetery.

Escorts were: Jeff Zeigenbein, Gary Zeigenbein, Jim Zeigenbein, John Zeigenbein, Greg Zeigenbein, and Paul Zeigenbein.

June is survived by her husband Charles of the home, two daughters, Barbara Jean Kautz of Lebanon, Missouri, Rebecca June Baltz of Ballwin, Missouri; one son, Douglas Charles Zeigenbein of Ulman, Missouri; and one grandson, Matthew Thomas Kautz of Lebanon, Missouri; her mother, June Root of Lebanon, Missouri; two sisters, Elizabeth Sue Zeigenbein of Pacific, Missouri, Patricia Ann Givens Wallander of Decaturville, Missouri

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Carl "Dude" Ambrose 1919-1986

Carl (Dude) Ambrose was born in Crocker, Missouri on July 14, 1919 the son of Floyd and Pearl Martin Ambrose and passed away in Marshfield, Wisconsin on August 15, 1986.  He had attained the age of 67 years.

Dude was raised in Crocker and then joined the Army serving from 1943 to 1946.  He then moved to Wisconsin and has lived there ever since.  For the last 30 years he owned the Cabaree Restaurant and Lounge in Wausau, Wisconsin.  For a pass time he enjoyed his horses.

Funeral services were held in the Long Funeral Home of Crocker with Rev. Clinton Faust officiating.  Burial was in the Crocker Memorial Park Cemetery.  Friends of the family served as pallbearers.

He is survived by his Mother Pearl Davis of Waynesville, 1 brother Aften Ambrose of Waynesville, and 2 sisters, Helen Heck of St. Louis and Gertrude Wall of Bonner Springs, Kansas and several nieces and

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Carrie Jane (McMillian) Williams 1900-1986

Carrie Jane Williams was born in Pulaski County, Missouri, on June 14, 1900, the daughter of John and Martha Ann Lowry McMillian and passed away in St. Louis on August 31, 1986.  She had attained the age of 86 years.

She was united in marriage to Edward Williams on Sept. 29, 1920 and unto this union 8 children were born.  He preceded her in death on Nov. 3, 1967.

Funeral services were held in the Long Funeral Home in Crocker on Tuesday, Sept. 2, 1986 at 11:00 a.m. with Don Baker officiating.  Burial was in the Bethany Cemetery.  Serving as her pallbearers were Gary Tilley, Herbert, Michael and Bobby Williams, Max James, and Harold Carroll.

Carrie is survived by 3 sons, Victor Williams of St. Ann, Vernon Williams of Crocker, and John Williams of Woodson Terrace, Missouri; 2 daughters, Ellen New of Overland and Helen Williams of Florissant; 14 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Emma Carroll of Dixon and Effie Hancock of St. Louis; 1 brother Walter McMillian of St. Louis with other relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her husband Edward, 1 son Virgil, 1 grandchild, 1 sister, 1 brother and 1 infant son and daughter.  She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Robert William Logan 1924-1986

Robert William Logan, son of Snowden H. Logan and Evelyn Doolin Logan was born October 21, 1924 and passed away October 27, 1986, at the age of 62 years and 6 days, at Phelps County Regional Hospital, after a lingering illness.

Bob was born and raised in Waynesville and attended both grade and High School here.  He was a member of Local No. 474 I.O.O.F. and Rebecca Lodge.  He joined the Methodist Church at an early age and gave his life to Christ.  He was united in marriage to Nancy Jean Mayer June 5, 1949 and to this union one daughter was born.  Bob and Nancy spent most of their married life in or around Waynesville, except for 8 years they spent in the State of Washington.  The past 11 years he worked for the Waynesville School System.

Visitation was held at Waynesville Memorial Chapel Wednesday, October 29, 1986, from 4 p.m. til 7:00 p.m. with a Memorial service following.  In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Pulaski County Memorial Hospital.

He leaves to mourn his passing his wife Nancy of the home, his daughter and son-in-law Cheryl and Scott Frandsen of Lake Ozark, Missouri, his mother Evelyn of Waynesville, two sisters Loretta Benavidez of Maplewood, Missouri, and Bessie Hill of Affton, Missouri, one Aunt, Mae Johnson of Waynesville and a host of other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father and one sister Juanita Logan.

Riley Paul Campbell 1909-1986

Riley Paul Campbell was born in Dixon, Mo., on Oct. 9, 1909 the son of James Riley and Sarah Adaline Davis Campbell and passed away in the Phelps County Regional Health Center in Rolla on Thursday, Sept. 11, 1986.  He had attained the age of 76 years.

He was united in marriage to Hazel McDowell on December 12, 1936 and unto this union 1 daughter and 3 sons were born.  She preceded him on Nov. 27, 1976.

Riley was a member of the Christian Church and a past deacon and elder.  He worked at Ft. Leonard Wood as a furniture repairman from March 26, 1951 until March 26, 1977.  He was a member of the Arlington Masonic Lodge No. 346 and was a past master and the Garnet Chapter No. 283 Order of the Eastern Star being a past patron several times.  He served in World War II as a cook, was an auctioneer clerk in this area for 45 years, was the President of the Dixon Khoury League for several years and worked with teams for 20 years.  He loved to hunt and fish and was a skilled wood craftsman and loved to make fiddles.

Funeral services were held in the Long Funeral Chapel on Sunday, Sept. 14, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Harold Withers and Rev. Ed Hamilton officiating.  Burial was in the Dixon Cemetery.  Organist was Carlene McMillian and serving as his pallbearers were Jim and Claude Campbell, Elroy McMillian, George Harsch, Randy Pendleton and Wilbur Warman.  Honorary pallbearers were Warden Russell, Everett Newberry, Bruce Richey, Paris Claiborn, Walter Dickens and Louie Hancock.  Masonic Services were held in the Long Chapel on Sat. evening at 7:30 p.m..

He is survived by his daughter Louise Juergens of Dixon, 3 sons, and daughters-in-law, Charles and Debby of DeSoto, Harold and Barbara and Greg and Helen of Dixon, 2 sisters, Grace Jennings of Dixon and Oma Wooster of Rolla, 1 brother Frank Campbell of Dixon, 8 grandchildren, Jason, Anthony, Bradley, and Andy Campbell, Joy, Pam, and Danny Juergens and Julie Pendleton and 4 great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Curtis, Kelly and Brandon Pendleton.  He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, 2 brothers, Joe and Archie and 1 son-in-law William Juergens.

Charles Ray Alexander 1899-1986

Charles Ray Alexander, of rural Dixon, was born on January 19, 1899, near Alder Springs in Miller County, a son of General Sherman and Saurilda Elizabeth Hollycross Alexander, and departed this life at 3:330 a.m., on Sunday morning August 31, 1986 in the Osage Beach Health Care Center where he had lived since October __, ____.  Mr. Alexander had attained the age of 87 years, 7 months and 12 days.

Mr. Alexander was preceded in death by his father on September 18, 1917; his mother on November 20, 1950; three brothers, James Alexander, Barney Alexander and Willie Alexander; and one sister, Mrs. Clara Lore.

Mr. Alexander had attended the Alder Springs Church of Christ near Iberia in earlier years.  He was a farmer and truck driver for all his working life having hauled livestock to the National Stockyards in East St. Louis, Illinois, for many years.

On September 16, 1942, at Jefferson Barracks, Missouri, Mr. Alexander entered into active federal service in the Army of the United States and served until March 20, 1943, when he was honorably discharged at Camp White, Oregon.

Funeral services were conducted for Mr. Alexander at 2:00 p.m., on Wednesday afternoon, September 3, 1986, in the Dixon Chapel of the Birmingham-Martin Funeral Homes with Bro. Roy Westbrook, Alder Springs Church of Christ, officiating.  Singers from the Alder Springs Church of Christ sang “Beautiful Isle of Somewhere” and “Precious Lord Take My Hand” for the funeral service.

Interment was in the Freedom Cemetery near Dixon under the direction of the Dixon Chapel of the Birmingham-Martin Funeral Homes.  Pallbearers for Mr. Alexander were Willie Alexander, Bob Carmack, Windorf Helton, Calvin Whitaker, Farris Dake, and Loren Humphrey.

Those left to mourn the passing of Mr. Alexander include: Two brothers, Orville Alexander, Richland and Arthur Alexander, Meta; and many other relatives and friends.

Fond memories of Mr. Alexander will long be remembered in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

James Thurman Deardeuff 1903-1986

James Thurman Deardeuff was born in Miller County, Missouri on November 29, 1903 the son of Simon East and Ida Prater Deardeuff and passed away in his home in Taos on Oct. 10, 1986.  He had attained the age of 82 years.

He was united in marriage to Ina Morrison on April 30, 1927 and to this union 1 son and 3 daughters were born.  She preceded him in death on Dec. 24, 1984.

He served a term as road judge in Maries County, enjoyed working in the Fairview Community Center and the Fairview Church.  In later years he was a member of the First Baptist Church in Dixon.

Funeral Services were held in the Long Chapel in Dixon on Monday, Oct. 13, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Harold Withers officiating.  Burial was in the Dixon Cemetery under the direction of the Long Funeral Home of Dixon.  Organist was Kathy Brandt and Soloist was Sherry Hathaway who sang Living by Faith and Beyond the Sunset.  Serving as his pallbearers were: Jerald Burns, Russell and Dale Wilson, Wayne and David Deardeuff, Jimmy Sherell and Keith Darden.

Thurman is survived by his son James Harlin Deardeuff and his wife Mary of Jefferson City; 3 daughters, Pearl and her husband Gene Burns of Dixon, Dorothy and her husband Jim Darden of Houston, Texasand Hazel and her husband Gene Wilson of Meta; 11 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, 2 brothers, Clark Deardeuff of Mason City, Iowa and Tom Deardeuff of Doolittle and 2 sisters, Ruby West of Devils Elbow, and Mary Summa of McMinnville, Tennessee with other relatives and friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, 3 brothers, John, Ernest and Emmett and 2 sisters, Jenny Setser and Ellen Roberson.

Dale Norman Waak 1938-1986

Dale Norman Waak was born in LaPorte City, Indiana on November 13, 1938 the son of Lester and Mary Bennett Waak and passed away suddenly on Saturday, Oct. 11, 1986.  He had attained the age of 47 years.

He was united in marriage to Peggy Cardin on Oct. 26,1963 and unto this union 1 son and 1 daughter were born.

He worked for the State Highway Dept. for 17 ½ years, was in the Army for 2 years, a member of the Pisgah Church and enjoyed working with the youth.  As a hobby he enjoyed digging roots and loved being with people.  He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Funeral Services were held in the Long Chapel on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Steven Lynch officiating.  Burial was in the Pisgah Cemetery.  Serving as his pallbearers were Mike Hall, Craig Rivera, John McClendon, John Cardin, Dwight Smith and David Day.  Organist was Kathy Brandt and Soloist was Ellen Alexander.

Dale is survived by his wife Peggy of the home, 1 son David and his wife Sue Waak of Vienna, his daughter Teresa of the home, his mother Mary Waak of Stillwell, Indiana, Charles, Terry, and Jim of Laporte City, Indiana and John of Spencer, West Virginia, 1 sister Catherine Hoff of Laporte City, Indiana, 2

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Ralph Mert Shelton 1918-1986

Ralph Mert Shelton, 68 of rural Waynesville passed away early Sunday morning.

Visitation will be held Tuesday evening December 2, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 3 at 10:30 a.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Rev. Jess Norris officiating.

Burial will be in the Crocker Memorial Park Cemetery, Crocker, Missouri.

Survivors include Ralph Sheltons’s mother, Amy Shelton of Sunset Village; one sister, Bernadine Duddridge and brother-in-law Kenneth of Waynesville; 2 uncles Walter Bartlett, Jr. of Waynesville and Dempse Shelton of the State of Texas.

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Wayne D. Stanton 1914-1986

Wayne D. Stanton, son of Franklin P. and Elsie Cochran Stanton, was born in Camden Country on June 18, 1914, and departed this life on September 14, 1986, at the Tri-County Nursing Home in Richland, after a long illness.

He was united in marriage with Naomi Wrinkle on December 21, 1935, and to this union was born five children, all surviving.

He spent his early years in and around Camden, Laclede, and Pulaski Counties.  He graduated from Richland High School in 1933 and started his career of teaching at his home school and taught several years in the states of Missouri and Kansas.  He graduated from the University of Kansas State College with a Bachelor of Arts degree.  During all of this time he worked on his hobby, that of poetry writing, which gave him a lot of pleasure in his retirement years.  He was given the honor of being listed in the Who’s Who of America poetry section.

He was affiliated with the Church of Christ of Richland.  He will be remembered for his poetry, his friendship, his love of nature and his love for his Heavenly Father.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 16, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. with W.J. Stanley officiating.

Resting place was in the Freedom Cemetery.

Escorts were family members.

Honorary Escorts were James Tanner, Roscoe Calvert, Robert Ballenger, Dick Johnson, Rollins Blackburn, Archie Jones and Bryan Garrison.

He leaves to mourn his passing: three sons, Wayne D. Stanton Jr., of Kansas City, Mo., Ronald Lee of Lebanon, Franklin Harrison of Springfield; two daughters, Mary Alinda Cramer of Chadwick, Mo., and Barbara Ann Hayes of Ozark, Mo., two brothers, Louis Stanton of Oklahoma City, OK, Uel Stanton of Montreal, Mo; seven grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and one sister Martha Ann Oman.

Linda Mae (Sweeney) Click 1949-1986

Linda Mae (Sweeney) Click was born a daughter of Franklin A. and Lillian Sweeney August 4, 1949 in Washington D.C., Prince Georges County, and passed away Saturday morning, November 15, 1986 at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri at the age of 37 years.

Linda and her family lived in Suitland, Maryland.  She attended Mt. Calvary Catholic Elementary School.  She also attended the Suitland Junior and Senior High School.

Linda married Danny Click October 3, 1969 at Upper Marlboro, Maryland.  At that time, Danny was serving in the U.S. Army in Belvoir, Virginia.  From 1971-1975, the family was stationed at Ft. Richardson, Alaska.  After that tour of duty, the family was stationed at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.

Funeral services were held Monday, November 17th at the Waynesville Memorial Chapel at 1:00 p.m., with Father Thomas Dolan officiating.

Pallbearers were Jeff Breedlove, Earl Click, Ronald Dennisn, Austin Freeman, Frank Freeman, and Johnny Freeman.

Honorary escorts were Billy Click and Jerry Podorski.

Burial was in the Freeman-Chapman Cemetery near Edgar Springs, Missouri under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

Linda is survived by her husband, Danny of Route 1, Waynesville; two sons Danny Eugene Click Jr., and Delbert Click of the home; three daughters, Lisa Marie Click, and Tracy Lea Click of the home, and Mary Hubbard of the State of Arkansas; her mother, Lilllian Sweeney of the State of Maryland; her grandfather, Edward Sonntag of the State of Maryland; two sisters, Nancy Podorski of St. Louis, Missouri and Debbie Fitzgerald of the State of Virginia; and one brother, Frank Sweeney of the State of Maryland.

Linda will be sadly missed bu all who knew and loved her.

Imogene Irene Sims 1917-1986

Imogene Irene Sims born in Dixon on Oct. 14, 1917 the daughter of Archie and Goldie Akery Slone and passed away in the Fulton Community Hospital in Fulton on Thursday, Set. 11, 1986.  She had attained the age of 68 years.

She was united in marriage to Melvin Sims and unto this union 12 sons and 3 daughters were born.

Mrs. Sims was widowed in March of 1959.  She dedicated her life caring for her children and working to support them.  She was a wonderful mother and she enjoyed caring for her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  She will be terribly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral services were held in the Dixon Methodist Church on Sunday, Sept. 14, 1986 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Ron Burns officiating.  Burial was in the Seaton Cemetery under the direction of the Long Funeral Home in Dixon.  Doug Hamilton was the organist and serving as her pallbearers were her sons, Roger, Dwight, Dean, Charles, Dan, Larry, Mike, Kenny, Keith and Willis.

Imogene is survived by her children, Roger Sims of Dixon, Norma Harrison of Fulton, Dwight Sims of Dixon, Dean Sims of O’Fallon, Mo., Charles Sims of Kansas City, Dan Sims of Jefferson City, Larry Sims of Jefferson City, Mike Sims of St. Louis, Linda Chandler of Lake Toxaway, North Carolina, Kenny Sims of Rolla, Keith Sims of St. Louis, Willis Sims of Devils Elbow, and Brenda Brown of Fulton, 28 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren with other relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her husband, 2 sons, Charles Dwight and Jerry Wayne and 1 brother Willis Dean Slone.

Leon Thornhill 1943-1986

A. Leon Thornhill, son of Arthur and Lillian Thornhill, was born in Pulaski County, Missouri, on March 21, 1943, and departed this life November 8, 1986, at the age of forty three years, as a result of a truck accident.

When Leon was twelve years old, he was saved, baptized and became a member of the Idumea Baptist Church.  Later moving his membership to the First Baptist Church of Buckhorn.  In February of 1985 he rededicated his life and moved back home to Idumea.  He went around telling people how the Lord had spared his life and gave him another chance.

On September 17, 1966 he was united in marriage with Arlene Ogle and to this union was born two children, both surviving.

He was united in marriage with Sue Joiner on February 14, 1982.

Leon was employed with Trailliner Trucking Company of Springfield, Mo., for the past two years.  He has made Laquey his home for most of his life.

Funeral services were held Thursday, November 13, 1986 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Russell Randolph and Rev. Don Martin officiating.

Resting place was in the Idumea Cemetery.

Escorts for Mr. Thornhill were Alvin Lowery, Dallas Hendrix, Joe Skidmore, Marvin Gan, Marvin Stafford and Gary Humphrey.

Those left to mourn his passing include a son Jerry and a daughter Kelly, both of Lebanon; his mother Lillian Thornhill of Laquey; one brother, Larry of Laquey; two sisters, Linda York of Laquey and Leona Sanders of Stella, Mo; four nephews, Craig, Chris, Adam, and Jeremy; and one niece, Jessica; also his aunts, uncles, several cousins and a host of friends.

Leon was a person who made friends easy and had lots of them.

Reavil Edwin Hankins Sr. 1916-1986

Reavil Edwin Hankins Sr., was born on April 14, 1916 to Elmer and Mamie Harris Hankins, and departed this life August 22, 1986, after attaining the age of seventy years, four months, and eight days.

On July 22, 1939, he was united in marriage with Charlotte Elizabeth Nickolaus.  To this union was born five children, Peggy Lambert of Brookfield, Missouri, Kenneth Hankins of Columbus, Georgia, MSGT Keith Hankins of Jacksonville, Arkansas, Sharon Gundram and Reavil Hankins Jr. (Skip) both of Richland.

In October 1952 he received Jesus as His Savior and in 1953 he surrendered to God’s call to the ministry.  He pastured the Shepherd Hopewell Baptist Church, the Hawkeye Baptist Church and the Cedar Bluff Baptist Church in Pulaski Baptist Association and the Mount Zion Baptist Church in Phelps Baptist Church Association.

At the time of his death he was a member of the First Baptist Church of Richland.  He was an active participant in the Pulaski Baptist Association serving two terms as Moderator, one as Budget Chairman, one as Stewardship Chairman, and many years as a Counselor at youth and children’s camps.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 26, 1986 at 11:00 A.M. with Ministers, Rev. Roger Marshall and Rev. Dennis Crowder officiating under the Direction of the First Baptist Church.

Resting place was in the Oaklawn Cemetery.

Escorts for Mr. Hankins were: Gene Shelton, John Sigler, Rollins Howlett, Verner Page, Gene Brady and Don Groves.

Honorary Escorts were: Lucky Chance, Lee Groves, Jewell Groves, Jess Matthews and Ralph Duncan.

He is survived by his wife Charlotte, his five children, Peggy, Kenny, Keith, Sharon and Skip; eleven grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mamie and Elmer Hankins, and by one granddaughter, Christina Ann Hankins.

He also leaves to mourn his passing many friends and relatives who will miss him very much but who know he has gone to a much better home with his Lord. 

Icelone Olive (Maupin) Sellers 1917-1986

Icelone Olive (Maupin) Sellers, of rural Waynesville, was born January 8, 1917 in Dell City, Oklahoma to Max Obed and Bertha Johanna Maupin.  She passed away Monday, September 15, 1986 at the age of 69 years, 8 months, and 7 days.

At the age of 3 years, she and her family moved to Taloga, Oklahoma where she spent her years through the teens.

March 19, 1936, she married Belvin Earl Sellers.  To this marriage was born two sons, Gary Belvin Sellers and Max Troy Sellers.

The Sellers family moved to the Waynesville - St. Robert area in April, 1951.  They have owned the Bon Aire apartments for a number of years.

Icelone has been a long time member of the Eastern Star, Hanson No. 22, and a member of the United Methodist Church of Waynesville.  Her favorite hobby was bowling.

Funeral services were held Friday, September 19 at 10:00 a.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Rev. Jess Norris officiating.  Music was provided by organist Dorothy Moore.

Escorts were: Raymond Beard, George Curtis, Gordon Davis, Jim Dodds, John Stacy, and Kenton Wagner.  Honorary escorts were: Charles Hall, Steve Lynch, Tom Lynch, Ben Romine, and Ross Tallerino.

Interment was in the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

Mrs. Sellers was preceded in death by her parents, Max and Bertha Maupin.

She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Her survivors include her husband, Belvin; two sons, Gary E. Sellers of Plano, Texas, and Max G. Sellers of St. Robert; one brother, Max G. Maupin of Rolla, Missouri; a granddaughter, Sherry Crow of Bartlesville, Oklahoma; a grandson, John Sellers, now serving with the United States Army; one great-grandson, Jeremiah Crow; 2 nieces, aunts, and numerous cousins; and many loving friends.

A Memorial has been suggested by the family to the United Methodist Church Building Fund.

Dennis Wayne Head 1947-1986

Dennis Wayne Head, of rural Waynesville, passed away Friday, September 12, 1986 at the age of 39 years, 1 month, and 26 days.

He was born a son of Lindell V. and Audell G. (Boren) Head on July 16, 1947 in Fredericktown, Missouri.

Dennis married Mary Catherine Williams on July 29, 1984.

He owned and operated the Stone Mountain Army Surplus Store on the Ft. Wood Spur.

Dennis like people and always stood ready to give any kind of assistance to his friends.  It was not his nature to criticize.

Dennis was an outdoor person.  He loved to fish.  As a small boy, he enjoyed hunting.  He enjoyed growing flowers, plants, and a garden.  Dennis liked exploring old caves.  Finding Indian relics was a particular pleasure.  He liked all animals, and gave many stray dogs, cats and horses a home.  Birds were a major interest.  He was a rock music enthusiast.

He had an associate degree in Business Administration from Central Texas College.

Dennis will be sadly missed by all his loved ones and friends.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 16, 1986 at 10:00 a.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Rev. Jess Norris officiating.  Music was provided by organist, Dorothy Moore.

Escorts were: Wayne Gifford, Leo Gladden, Richard Hale, Johnny Jackson, Dean Nester, and Mark Snow.  Honorary escorts were Jesse Sharp and Richard Triggs.

Interment was in the Hooker Cemetery, Devils Elbow, Missouri under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

He is survived by his wife, Mary; one son, and one daughter; two step-sons, and one step-daughter; his father, Lindell V. Head, one sister, Jerry Ellen Stephens, and one brother, Vernon Lee Head, all of Fredericktown, Missouri.

Mae Hazel (Veasman) Prewett 1908-1986

Mae Hazel Prewett, of Dixon, was born on February 19, 1908, at Dixon, a daughter of William and Mary Wilken Veasman, and departed this life at 4:30 a.m., on Tuesday morning, March 11, 1986, in the Pulaski County Memorial Hospital, Waynesville, after suffering an apparent heart attack.  Mrs. Prewett had attained the age of 78 years and 22 days.  Mrs. Prewett was a ,e,mer of the First Christian Church, Dixon, and was a housewife and homemaker for all her working life.  Fond memories of Mrs. Prewett will long be remembered in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Mrs. Prewett was united in marriage on October 4, 1926, at St. Louis, to Chester Ruben Prewett, and to this union, one daughter was born.  Mr. Prewett preceded his wife in death on November 30, 1971.  Others preceding Mrs. Prewett in death include: Her father on April 27, 1958; her mother on May 31, 1976; and one sister, Virginia.

Funeral services were conducted for Mrs. Prewett at 10:00 a.m., on Thursday morning, March 13, 1986 in the Dixon Chapel of the Birmingham-Martin Funeral Homes with the Rev. Kevin Martin, First Christian Church, Dixon, officiating.  Mrs. Hazel Schierbaum sang “How Great Thou Art” and “Sweet Hour of Prayer” for the funeral service and was accompanied by Mrs. Carmen Hauck.

Interment was in the Dixon Cemetery under the direction of the Dixon Chapel of the Birmingham-Martin Funeral Homes.

Pallbearers for Mrs. Prewett were Eugene Rollins, Carl Durtschi, Bill Harding, Franklin Prewett, Clifford Fuller and Jake Veasman.  Honorary Pallbearers were Eddie Palmer, Terry Clark, Charles McEntee, Warden Russell and Pryor Ray Prewett.

Those left to mourn the passing of Mrs. Prewett include: One daughter and son-in-law, Daisye and Bennett Howell, Tulsa, Oklahoma; one brother, Charles Veasman, Dixon; and many other relatives and a host of friends.