Nadine Rose (Hurt) Oeth 1930-2010

Nadine Rose (Hurt) Oeth, age 79, of Rolla, MO, passed away on January 5, 2010.

She was born on March 20, 1930, to Lee Edward Hurt and Anna (Poncha) Hurt in Midway, KS.

She married Joe Elmo Eyman and they had two children; Joe Eugene Eyman and Linda Lee Eyman. They later divorced and she married Raymond Gene Oeth on September 12, 1974.

She was preceded in death by her parents, stepmother, Hazel Viola Hurt and her son, Joe Eugene Eyman.

Mrs. Oeth was a very active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Rolla, MO; the Relief Society; she had been a Den Mother; was a mother to numerous foster children and received the Great American Military Family of the Year Award in 1984.

Survivors include her husband of the home, daughter Linda Lee and husband, Arthur Balch, Lake of the Ozarks, MO; a stepson, Oliver Oeth, Germany; two brothers, James Hurt and wife, Barbara, Pittsburg; Rick Hurt and wife Lillian, Ft. Scott; two sisters, Wanda Wilson and husband, Ken Wilson, South Carolina, and Mary Windsor and husband, Murvel, Pittsburg; four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Services were held on January 9, 2010 in Rolla, Mo.

Lena Agnes (Murphy) Dambach 1930-2010

Lena Agnes Dambach, of Fulton, formerly of Dixon, was born on January 21, 1930, at Bardstown, Kentucky, a daughter of Hubert and Gladys Muriel (McNabb) Murphy, and departed this life at 4:37 p.m., Thursday, September 23, 2010, in the Boone Hospital, Columbia. Mrs. Dambach had attained the age of 80 years, 8 months and 2 days.
Mrs. Dambach was united in marriage on April 16, 1946, in Bardstown, Kentucky, to Norman Cecil Dambach, and to this union, three daughters were born. She was preceded in death by her husband on September 3, 1987; one daughter, Sarah Ann Bartlett, on February 9, 1977; her father on February 18, 1941; her mother on January 7, 2001; one great-granddaughter, Shelby Dailey, and one sister, Francis Clair.
Mrs. Dambach was a member of the First Baptist Church, Dixon. She and her husband had owned and operated Dan's Family Room and Dambach Café, both in Dixon. She enjoyed quilting, embroidering and reading as well as being a loving and devoted housewife and homemaker.
Those left to mourn the passing of Mrs. Dambach include: two daughters and sons-in-law, Jane and Bill Roberson, Dixon and Joyce and Don Dailey, Fulton; one brother, Charles Ray Murphy, Bardstown, Kentucky; six grandchildren, Terri Schaffer, Dennis and Chris Roberson, David Wiseman, Norman Dailey and Don (DJ) Dailey; fourteen great-grandchildren, Sarah and Abigail Schaffer, Haley, Tyler and Taylor Roberson, Macey, Aaron, David Lee, Jr., Bailey and Clayton Wiseman, Teagan, Sophia, Brooklin and Tatum Dailey; five step great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were conducted for Mrs. Dambach at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 28, 2010, in the Dixon Chapel of the Birmingham-Martin Funeral Homes with Pastor Helen Winters, Seaton Faith Fellowship Church, Dixon officiating. Two hymns, "Precious Memories" and "Amazing Grace" were played for the funeral service.
Interment was in the Fox Crossing Cemetery, near Dixon under the direction of the Birmingham-Martin Funeral Home, Dixon. Pallbearers for Mrs. Dambach were David Wiseman, Norman Dailey, Don (DJ) Dailey, Don Dailey, Dennis Roberson and Chris Roberson.
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Carol Ann Smith 1941-2010

Carol Ann Smith, daughter of the late Wayne Ross and Delpha (Robson) Leffler, was born April 6, 1941 in Pocatello, Idaho. Carol grew up in Pocatello and graduated from high school in 1960.

Carol was a dedicated Christian woman and had a great belief in God. She believed that God would take care of her family and prayed for them all the time. She attended Grace Covenant Christian Center of Waynesville.

Carol was a hardworking woman and took great pride in providing for her family. She worked with AAFES at Fort Leonard Wood for 19 years and retired in April 2001. She worked in the garden shop, power zone, central checkout and photo lab and thoroughly enjoyed her job.

In her spare time, Carol enjoyed putting puzzles together, playing games and watching movies with her grandchildren, reading books, horses and watching birds outside her window. She loved her dogs Prince, Arnold, Mazie, Shotzie, Eddie, and Precious and spoiled them just like they were her children. Carol also enjoyed shopping; whether it was going out to the stores or the shopping network. She was involved in a program called Tops Weight Program and went every chance she could.

Carol’s favorite thing to do was to spend time with her family. Every holiday was special, but she especially enjoyed July 4th. She was always spoiling her grandchildren and would buy little things for them. Carol loved her children. She would sacrifice everything for them. For example, if there was a shortage of food on the table she would do without so her kids could eat. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother.

Carol went home to be with her Lord at 7:30 AM, Friday, January 15, 2010 in the Life Care Center of Waynesville at the age of 68 years, 9 months and 9 days. Carol will be sadly missed by all those that knew and loved her.

Carol leaves to cherish her memory three children: Edward Smith (Lisa) of Lebanon, MO, Joe Smith (Alexandra) of St. Robert, MO and Kathy Ayres (Dan) of Wichita, KS; one uncle: Dale Robson of San Francisco, CA; daughter-in-law: Chyree Smith; one aunt: Buelah Robson of Pocatello, ID; eight grandchildren: Elizabeth Smith, Amanda Ayres, Jonathan Ayres, Jesse Smith, Holly Smith, Michael, Andrew and Jordan Principato; several other relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded in death by her husband: Edwin Leroy; son: David Wayne Smith; grandson: David Fred Smith; and stepfather: Fred.

A memorial service was held at 10:00 A.M. Friday, January 22, 2010 in the Grace Covenant Christian Center of Waynesville with Pastor Judi Tillett officiating. Arrangements were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Carol Ann Smith and may be left at Memorial Chapels and Crematory.

Montana Hawk Parsons 1993-2010

Montana Hawk Parsons, 17 of Kirksville, formerly of Waynesville, passed away Sunday, December 5, 2010, at the University of Missouri Hospital, Columbia, as the result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.

Montana was born September 27, 1993 in Rolla, Missouri to Al Donald Parsons II and Leslie Ann (Polk) Jarboe. He grew up in the Laquey area and attended school.

Montana met his fiancée, Amber and moved to Kirksville to be near her and was looking forward to the birth of their first child.

While in Kirksville, Montana began working in the horse stables. He enjoyed playing football, basketball and baseball. In recent years, you could find him either riding a horse on a trail, a dirt bike, or a four wheeler. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Montana loved being outdoors.

Montana will be sadly missed by all those that knew and loved him. He leaves to cherish his memory his fiancée: Amber Alexander, and baby on the way: Montana Hawk Parsons of Kirksville; his mother: Leslie Jarboe of Laquey; his father: Al Parsons II of Laquey; grandparents: Al Parsons (Debbie Crawford) of Waynesville; Sally Polk of Crocker and Al Polk of Ft. Worth, Texas; one brother: Cody Jarboe of Richland; several aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Montana was preceded in death by his grandmother, Helen Parsons.

Funeral services were held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 11, 2010 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert with Rev. Danny Graves officiating. Coach Marcus Davis and Montana’s cousin Taylor Buescher recalled their wonderful memories of Montana. The songs “I Can Only Imgaine”, “I Miss You” and “If I Die Young” were played. Serving as escorts were Cody Jarboe, Preston Cook, Luke Harding, Taylor Buescher, Grace Lumbreras, Jordan Hicks, Billie Hicks, MaKenzie Buescher, Ryan Ferdig and Cameron Fagré.

Burial followed in the Idumea Cemetery of Laquey, Missouri. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Montana Parsons and may be left at the funeral home.

Charlotte L. (Doyle) Nickels 1942-2010

Charlotte L. (Doyle) Nickels, was born June 15, 1942, in Lebanon, Missouri. She was the daughter of Sherman Doyle, who passed away in 1972, and Mable (Hickman) Doyle, who passed away in 2003.

As a young girl, Charlotte lived on a farm near Eldridge, Missouri, where she attended a country school. She was a graduate of Lebanon High School, Class of 1960.

Shortly after graduation, Charlotte went to Kansas City, Missouri to find work. While there she met Danny Mathis and they were married in 1964. They were blessed with two children: Tracey in 1970 and Brian in 1971.

In 1977, Charlotte moved to Waynesville, Missouri and began working for her brother-in-law Jim Arnold at his insurance agency. She worked with Jim for 25 years, and later moved over to the License Fee office.

In 1991 Charlotte married Jack Nickels in Waynesville. They enjoyed the solitude and beauty of the outdoors, and loved to go camping. Jack preceded her in death in 2009.

Charlotte was an avid St. Louis Cardinal fan and enjoyed watching them every chance she could. She also loved to play the Lotto, especially the scratch off tickets. She was known for her sense of humor and she was well liked by everyone that knew her. She will be greatly missed by all.

Charlotte passed away at 9:45 am Thursday, November 11, 2010 in Christian Health Care – South of Lebanon, Missouri at the age of 68 years.

Charlotte leaves to cherish her memory two children: Tracey Jefferson of Wentzville, Missouri and Brian Mathis of Atlanta, Georgia; two brothers: James Boone Doyle of Lebanon, Missouri and Dwain Lee Doyle of Kearney, Missouri; one half–sister: Mickey Paulson of Muskegon, Michigan; two grandchildren: Bryce and Avery; several other relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents and her husband Jack, Charlotte was preceded in death by two sisters: Katherine Arnold of Waynesville, Missouri and Beverly Smith of Lynn Creek, Missouri; and one-half brother: Gene Doyle of Muskegon, Michigan.

Memorial services were held at 1:00 pm Sunday, November 14, 2010 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory with Rev. Danny Graves officiating. The songs “Go Rest High on that Mountain” and “Eagle When She Flies” was played. Inurnment will be held at a later date in Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Charlotte Nickels to the Barnes Hospital Cancer Research Fund and may be left at the funeral home.

Edmund Fitzgerald Morgan 1979-2010

Edmund Fitzgerald Morgan, son of Gerald Morgan and Barbara Ann (Sroka) Morgan, was born June 28, 1979, in Milwaukee, Wis.
As a young boy, Eddie attended school on Fort Leonard Wood, and then transferred to the Waynesville School District, where he earned his GED.
Eddie loved spending time with family and friends. He was very artistic, loving to draw and write poetry.
He loved to cook and grilling was his favorite.
He enjoyed basketball, football and making people laugh.
Eddie passed away at 11:57 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital, Fort Leonard Wood at the age of 31 years and 6 months.
He will be sadly missed by all those that knew and loved him.
Eddie leaves to cherish his memory his parents, Gerald Morgan of Jacksonville, Fla., and Barbara Morgan of St. Robert; three siblings: Karen Szuszka of Springfield, Timothy Szuszka of San Antonio, Texas, and Theresa Morgan of Rolla; brother-in-law, James White of Rolla; one sister-in-law, Susan Szuszka of San Antonio, Texas; his fiancé, Somer Smith of St. Robert; eight nieces and nephews: Dana Anthony Taylor, Timothy Redell Szuszka, Shilo Christina Szuszka, Brittany Crews, Tyler Crews, Jordan White, Kyleigh White and Jalen White; other relatives and friends.
Eddie was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Irene and Edmund Sroka, and his paternal grandparents, Guy and Beulah Morgan and James Taylor.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 3, 2011, in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville and St. Robert with Rev. Christopher Hendrix officiating.
Serving as escorts were Patrick Wadley, Jermiah Wright, James White, David St. Peirre, Ernie Montoya, Alvin Lane and Tommy York. Serving as honorary escorts were Jerry Morgan, Timothy Szuszka, Timothy R B Szuszka and Dana Taylor.
Burial followed in the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert.
Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Eddie Morgan and may be left at the funeral home.

Raymond Gray Monk 1928-2010

Raymond Gray Monk, one of six children born to the union of the late James Owen and Gertrude Gladys (Bumgarner) Monk, was born February 27, 1928 in Cleveland, Virginia. He departed this life at 6:50 P.M. Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at Phelps County Regional Medical Center of Rolla, Missouri at the age of 82 years, 1 month and 11 days.

Raymond enlisted in the United States Navy in 1945 and served his country with distinction through World War II and the Korean Conflict. He earned several awards and commendations for his faithful service.

Raymond was united in marriage to Twila Jewell Brunsback on April 19, 1951 in Las Vegas, Nevada. They shared 38 years of marriage together and were blessed with four children: Gerald, Clifford, James and Carolyn. Twila preceded Raymond in death on January 6, 1990.

On December 18, 1993, Raymond was united in marriage to Cathryn Nell Hickey. They shared over 16 years of marriage together and many wonderful memories.

Raymond worked for Bekins Moving and Storage as a truck driver in San Diego, California moving furniture for several years. Raymond moved from San Diego to Pulaski County in 1989 and became a valued member of the community. He was a member of the Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church and attended every chance he could. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 331, Ozark Memorial VFW Post 3176 of St. Robert and the Disabled American Veterans.

In his spare time, he loved being outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, camping, vacationing and working in his yard. He was a very wonderful family man and especially enjoyed spending time with his grand and great grandchildren. He will be sadly missed, but fondly remembered by all those that knew and loved him.

Raymond leaves to cherish his memory his wife, two children and two step sons; four grandsons; six great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents and wife, Raymond was preceded in death by two sons: Clifford and Gerald Cook and five siblings: Margaret, Charlie, Carroll, Virlin and William.

Myrtle Mae (Williams) Long 1920-2010

Myrtle Mae Long went home to be with her Lord the morning of September 25, 2010, at Phelps County Regional Medical Center, Rolla, Missouri, at the age of 90 years, 1 month and 21 days.

Myrtle was one of three children born to the late Carlos Levi and Bessie M. (Logan) Williams. She was born August 4, 1920 in the community of Cookville, Missouri, in Pulaski County. When Myrtle was a very young girl, her family moved to Crescent, near St. Louis, Missouri. They later moved to Waynesville, where she attended school.

On August 29, 1936, in Lebanon, Missouri, Myrtle was united in marriage with Elmer Long. Myrtle and Elmer were blessed with three daughters, Donna Pearl, Eleanor Ruth and Lynda Charlene. Myrtle mourned the passing of her eight year old daughter, Donna Pearl in 1945, and Elmer in 1976. In 1978, she married Harold Zielke, who preceded her in death in 1983.

In 1948, Elmer and Myrtle owned and operated Long’s Restaurant in Waynesville. When it closed, Myrtle took business courses at Drury College at Ft. Leonard Wood. She accepted a position as bookkeeper at the Pulaski County Hospital, and later worked for Carl and Polly Deaton at Skyway Aviation for ten years. She retired after serving as St. Robert Finance/City Clerk for fifteen years.

Myrtle was very active in her community. She was a member of the Pulaski County Democratic Central Committee (chairman 10 years), and Business and Professional Women; member from 1953 to 1984, appointed to the state board in 1970, serving as president from 1982 – 83, treasurer for two terms, and during her tenure on the board held every state office. She enjoyed cooking, traveling and playing cards. She bowled on the Tuesday Morning Coffee League and Wednesday Night Ladies’ League at Buckhorn Bowling Lanes.

In 1938, Myrtle professed her faith in Jesus Christ and was baptized in the Gasconade River near the Riddle Bridge. She was a faithful, active member of Westside Baptist Church, until her health no longer permitted her attendance.

Myrtle was very dearly loved, and will be sadly missed by her daughters: Eleanor Shivers of St. Robert and Charlene Nalley of Waynesville; four grandchildren: Sondra Negrete, Connie Wirt, Kellie Scott and Errin Willis; fourteen great grandchildren; sixteen great-great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Also preceding Myrtle in death were her grandparents: Alex Logan and Anna Mae Williams; her brother: Alex Williams; sister: Ruthie Moll; sons-in-law: Kenneth Shivers and Steven Nalley; beloved grandson: Elmer Shivers and two great grandsons: Eddie Negrete and Cameron Scott.

Funeral services were held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, September 29, 2010 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert with Pastor Lindell Shelden officiating. Marvin Long, cousin of Myrtle, read the obituary and recalled his wonderful memories of Myrtle. Soloist Becky Lercher sang “I Love to Tell the Story”, “This World Is Not My Home”, “God Be With You Til We Meet Again” and “When We All Get to Heaven”. Serving as escorts were Kenny Shivers, Jared Wirt, Chuck Willis, James Scott, Gil Negrete, Sr., Benjamin Negrete and Ron Long.

Burial followed in the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Myrtle Long to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society.

Harriet Jeanette (Wheeler) Graham 1922-2010

Harriet Jeanette Graham, 87, passed away on May 7, 2010. Among her many passions were family, politics, the advancement of equal rights for women, and being out in the natural world – particularly while birding and canoeing.

Harriet was born in Des Moines, Iowa on June 28, 1922, the daughter of Flarra and Clarence Wheeler. The Wheeler family had been long established in Waynesville, Missouri, and the young family returned there soon after.

Harriet married William C. Graham in 1944 and at the end of Bill’s service in WWII, the couple moved to Wichita, Kansas where they became active in Democratic politics. Wichita at that time was dominated by the Republican Party. Harriet and her husband were elected Precinct Committeeman and Committeewoman and worked with others to develop a reform slate of candidates that swept the County offices in 1958. That year Harriet ran for Clerk of the District Court, opposing an incumbent who had held the office for many years. The campaign included door to door campaigning, uncountable bean dinners and memorable electric pink and black campaign signage. Out of over 84,000 votes cast, Harriet won by a margin of 151 votes.

During her two terms as Clerk, Mrs. Graham modernized and streamlined the office systems and processes, hired her staff on the basis of ability, and presided over moving the Clerk’s office into the new County Courthouse. In 1964 she became the first female elected to the Kansas State Legislature from Sedgwick County. As the lone female in the House, she served on the Roads and Highways Committee, Education Committee and Welfare Committee introducing numerous legislative measures, including a bill for a Homestead Exemption Act for senior citizens. She successfully ran for reelection and was recommended to serve on the Tax Committee by both Democratic and Republican house leaders. Against all custom and protocol, the chairman of the Tax Committee blocked her membership, stating, “Women don’t know anything about taxes.”

That rejection led to her focus on gender discrimination for the remainder of her life. Mrs. Graham then introduced a bill requiring equal pay for equal work, an Equal Rights bill, and an anti-discrimination bill. Harriet introduced the bill to add an equal rights clause into the Kansas State constitution and that bill passed. During this period, President Kennedy appointed a National Committee on the Status of Women, with the governor of each state forming its own commission. Governor Robert Docking appointed Harriet head of the Kansas Commission and while Chairperson she lobbied for a legislative endorsement of the Equal Rights Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. The Kansas Legislature did ratify the ERA.

Despite the demands of a successful political career, Harriet managed to raise her son William, Jr. and daughters Deborah and Laura, in the process being a leader in Bluebird//Campfire Girls and Cub Scouts, coach of a girl’s softball team, and participating in community theatre. She also began her lifelong love of birding and canoeing.

After divorce in 1969 Harriet earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Wichita State University in 1972, attending some classes concurrently with her son and daughter, and moved to Topeka. In Topeka she served as a Contract Compliance Officer with the Kansas Commission on Civil Rights and began work on a Masters Degree at the University of Kansas which she was awarded in 1977.

In 1978 Harriet returned to Waynesville, Missouri and became a teacher at Wood Middle School, retiring at the age 70. In Waynesville she continued to be politically active, lobbying for Missouri’s ratification of the ERA. She served on the Waynesville Library Board and travelled extensively throughout the world with friends and family. She actively researched the family history in Missouri from the early nineteenth century and began attending the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Rolla, following her Unitarian heroes, Thomas Jefferson and Susan B. Anthony.

Harriet returned to Wichita 2003 following the death of her two sisters, Grace Wheeler Smith and Jane Wheeler Sullivan.

Harriet is survived by her son William Graham, Jr. (Isabelle) of Peynier, France, daughters Deborah Lynch (Martin), of Santa Barbara, California and Laura Graham of Los Angeles, California, grandchildren Brett Graham (Dana), Michele Capps, Rebecca Williams (Robert), all of Wichita, and Andrea Lewis (Phillip) of Woodland Hills, California, eleven great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.

Carol Bea (Laughlin) Dye 1937-2010

Carol Bea Dye, 72 of Waynesville, MO., died Sunday, March 7, 2010, in Dixon, MO.

Carol was born November 4, 1937 in Union County, Iowa, to James Ralph Laughlin and Pauline Elizabeth Ransom Laughlin. She went to 12 years of school in Camdenton and was a member of the 1955 graduating class.

She married Sgt. James Robert Bolin on May 11, 1958, and three children were born to them: Catherine Ann, Donald Eugene, and Brenda Sue. She married Duane Arthur Brown on July 9, 1966, and two children were born to them: Christina Lyn and Kenneth Ralph. She married Roy Lee Dye on March 17, 1984.

Carol was the secretary to the principal of Waynesville High School for many years until her retirement in 2003. She was very proud to have been elected as President of the MAEOP. She was a member of the Westside Baptist Church in Waynesville.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Roy Lee Dye and Duane Brown; son, Kenneth Brown; sister, Mary Patricia Laughlin; and nephew, Dennis Anderson.

She is survived by: her children; Catherine Ann Stiga, Brenda Sue Dailey and Donald Eugene Brown, all of Waynesville, Mo. and Christina Lyn Hill of Killeen, Texas; her brothers, twin Jerol Lee (Sandy) Laughlin of Camdenton, Mo. and Ralph Dale (Barbara) Laughlin of Waynesville, Mo; and seven grandchildren; Erin, Alysha, Timothy, twins Shannon and Shawn, Christopher, Amanda, and Jasmine; 3 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews; great-great nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, March 10, 2010 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory with Rev. Danny Graves officiating. Soloist Becky Lercher sang “Amazing Grace” and “Serenaded By Angels”. Serving as escorts were Dustin Gibbens, Jerry Dailey, Timothy Cook, and Randy, Matt and Jeff Laughlin. Serving as honorary escorts were Erv Morriss, Dwight Hensley and Butch O’Riley.

Graveside services were held at 1:30 P.M. Wednesday, March 10, 2010 in the Laughlin Cemetery of Camdenton, Missouri. Joining the escorts at the cemetery were fellow Classmates of 1955: Mac Green, Keith Percival and James Grantham. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Carol Dye to the Alzheimer’s Association and may be left at the funeral home.

Herman Lester Dye 1919-2010

Herman Lester Dye went home to be with his Lord at 11:55 a.m., Saturday, November 6, 2010, at his home near Waynesville, Missouri, at the age of 91 years, 4 months and 19 days.

Herman was the second of five children born to the union of the late Elbert Marion “Pete” and Mary (McMillan) Dye. He was born in his parents’ home in the Pulaski County community known as Colley Hollow, on June 17, 1919, but the doctor didn’t make it to the home until the following day and recorded his date of birth as the 18th. Herman’s siblings, Gilbert Dye, Ida Johnson, Donald Dye and Lois Jackson also preceded him in death.

Herman’s military service began in the CC Camp before being sent overseas to serve in WWII. Staff Sergeant Dye received his honorable discharge September 14, 1945.

On December 12, 1946, Herman was united in marriage with Velma Nadine York at the home of the pastor of Deerlick Baptist Church, Rev. Andy Sheppard, who lived on the Sheppard farm near Dixon. The 64 year union of Herman and Nadine produced a lifetime of wonderful memories, and three beloved children: Gregory, Dennis and Linda.

Herman was an extremely hard worker. He worked in construction for many years in Waynesville, Rolla and the Lake of the Ozarks area. But his whole life revolved around his faith, his family and his farm. Herman loved everything about living on a farm, especially caring for the animals. He kept his trim figure throughout his long life because he would rather work than eat.

Herman was a charter member of the Westside Baptist Church in Waynesville. He loved his church and church family, and really missed attending services when his health no longer permitted him to do so.

Herman leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 64 years, Nadine; three children: Gregory Dye (Patricia) of Aurora, Colorado, Dennis Dye (Vickie) of Waynesville and Linda Redmond (Rev. Timothy) of Jefferson City; five grandchildren: Kevin Dye (Marcy), Phillip Dye (Cindy), Billie Jeanine Chock (Kenneth), Dolan Travis Dye (Kayla) and Justin Aaron Redmond (Jenny); nine great grandchildren: Levi, Lydia, Katelyn, Sullivan, Ellie, Daniel, Fiona, Declan and Isabella; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at 10:00 am Wednesday, November 10, 2010 in the Westside Baptist Church of Waynesville with Pastor Lindell Shelden and Rev. Timothy Redmond officiating. Rev. Redmond, Herman’s son-in-law, recalled his wonderful memories of Herman. Soloist Mike Freeman sang “It Is Well With My Soul”, Soloist Becky Lercher sang “The Old Rugged Cross” and Soloist Meredith See sang “In the Garden”. Serving as escorts were Kevin Dye, Phillip Dye, Billie Chock, Kenneth Chock, Dolan Dye, Justin Redmond, Lester Johnson, Dale Johnson, Gary Johnson and Dennis Harris.

Burial with military honors followed in the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery. Military honors were provided by the Missouri Honors Team from Rolla, Missouri. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Herman Dye to the Westside Baptist Church Building Fund or the Alzheimer’s Association.

Edward "Eddie" Acosta 1964-2010

Edward "Eddie" Acosta, son of Everardo Acosta and Juanita (Paradez) Marquez, was born Jan. 15, 1964, in Dallas, Texas where he grew up.
Eddie graduated from Sunset High School in 1982 and attended Dallas Baptist University for two years.
In 1985, Eddie enlisted in the United States Army and served his country proudly until his retirement in 2005. He had attained the rank of Sergeant First Class. For his faithful service, Eddie received several awards and commendations.
After retiring from the Army, Eddie began working as a civilian on Fort Leonard Wood as a heavy equipment operator and instructor. In his spare time, Eddie enjoyed fishing, spending time with his children, and visiting with friends.
Eddie was a member of the Waynesville Masonic Lodge AF & AM, Shrine Club, VFW Post 3168 of Laquey, Legion of Honor and the Freedom of the Road Riders. He was very instrumental in raising a lot of money for his favorite charity, the Shriner's Children's Hospital.
Eddie passed away July 2, 2010 at the age of 46 years, 5 months and 17 days. Eddie will be sadly missed by all those that knew and loved him.
Eddie leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Juanita Marquez (Pete) of Pleasant Grove, TX; three children: Edward Acosta, Jr. and Emilio Acosta, both od DIxon, MO and Kasha Humphrey of Washington, MO and their mother, Sheila Acosta of Dixon, MO; three siblings: Argentina Rodriguez and Sarah Gonzalez, both of Pleasant Grove, TX and Everado Acosta, Jr. (Marina) of DeSoto, TX: nieces: Elizabeth Rodriguez, Stephanie Acosta and Priscilla Ford; nephews: Guadalupe Bravo Jr., Michael Gonzales Jr., Everado Acosta III, Fabian Lopez, Martin Acosta and Christian Lopez; other relatives and a host of friends.
Eddie was preceded in death by his father: Everardo Acosta and one infant brother.
Masonic funeral services were held Monday, Aug. 30, 2010, in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert with WR Brother Jerry Snider officiating and W Brother Don Ripley serving as Chaplain.
Burial with full military honors was held Monday, Aug. 30, 2010, in the Fort Leonard Wood State Veterans Cemetery with Chaplain (CPT) Brian Palmer officiating. Military honors were provided by the United States Army of Fort Leonard Wood. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert.
Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Eddie Acosta to the Shriner's Children's Hospital of St. Louis and may be left at the funeral home.

Joe Whis Dye 1953-2010

Joe Whis Dye went home to be with his Lord February 10, 2010, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri, at the age of 57 years.

Joe was born February 10, 1953 in Springfield, Missouri, to the union of the late Roy Lee and Shirley Kathryn (Zehr) Dye. Joe graduated from Waynesville High School in 1971. He spent his entire life in Waynesville, other than attending SMSU in Springfield, earning his Bachelor of Science in 1976.

On March 26, 1988, Joe was united in marriage with the love of his life, Judy Kaye Null. In their 21 years together, Joe and Judy were blessed to raise two wonderful children, Tony and Amy. Their family grew to include Tony’s wife, Arthena, and Amy’s husband, Lonnie, and finally, the joy of Joe’s life, the grandchildren, Tesla, William, Lucas, Kaylin, Madelyn, Weslee Whis and Joloni.

Joe worked for Shelter Insurance in Waynesville for 33 years with his father, Roy Lee, and continued working there with his son, Tony and daughter, Amy until his death. Joe enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, farming and spending time with special friends.

Joe was active in the community holding membership in the Waynesville Masonic Lodge #375, AF & AM, York Rite, Scottish Rite-Valley of Joplin, F.O.R.R./Local 28 member and Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Temple of Springfield. Joe was a very active member of the Pulaski County/Ft. Leonard Wood Shrine Club of which he was also a past Rajah, and served as the Hospital Chairman for many years. He was also a long time member of Deerlick Baptist Church.

Joe was very dearly loved, and will be greatly missed by his beloved wife: Judy; one son: Tony Lee Dye and wife, Arthena, and their children, Madlyn and Weslee Whis one daughter: Amy Krantz and husband, Lonnie, and their children, Tesla, William, Lucas, Kaylin and Joloni, all of Waynesville, Missouri; aunts, uncles, cousins and many, many friends.

In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by three unborn sisters.

Funeral services were held at 10:00 A.M. Monday, February 15, 2010 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert with Rev. Danny Graves and Rev. Gary Humphrey officiating. Joe’s longtime friend, Forrest Maxey, shared his wonderful memories of Joe. Arthena Dye and Tesla Krantz sang “Amazing Grace” with Pianist Georgia Primus accompanying them. The songs “Peace In the Valley”, “I Can Only Imagine” and “Crying For You” were played. Soloist Becky Lercher sang “What a Day That Will Be”. Serving as escorts were Don Cullison, Gary Dye, Sammy Crawford, John Whelan, Forrest Maxey, BJ Benton, Jeff Begins, Jackie Fenton, Bucky Anderson, Joe David Null and Gerald Jones.

Burial followed in the Deerlick Cemetery of Waynesville. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Joe Dye to the Shriner’s Hospital for Crippled Children and may be left at the Funeral Home.

Linda Sue Wyatt 1954-2010

Linda Sue Wyatt, daughter of Gerald and Lois (Roam) Wyatt, was born July 21, 1954 in Waynesville, Missouri. She went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, July 1, 2010 at the age of 55 years, 11 months and 11 days.

As a young girl, Sue attended school in Laquey for the first eight years and then graduated from Waynesville High School. After graduation, she began working at the Pulaski County Abstract office and was a faithful employee for 17 years. She then began working at the Gerald Wyatt Excavating office helping her dad, where she still helped with the bookkeeping.

At an early age, Sue accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior and was baptized at the Deerlick Baptist Church. She later moved her membership to Buckhorn Baptist Church where she led the singing and taught a childrens’ Sunday School class for many years. She was currently a member at Faith Baptist Church of Waynesville.

Sue loved music and enjoyed working with the children at church. She was an avid reader and watched cooking shows on T.V. She was known for sending cards and letters to friends and loved ones to lift their days and she had many telephone friends that she visited with on a regular basis. Even with the struggles of dealing with her health, Sue kept a positive attitude and kept her sense of humor up until the end. She will be sadly missed by all those that knew and loved her.

Sue leaves to cherish her memory her parents: Gerald and Gladys Wyatt of Waynesville, MO; one step-brother: Larry Six (Pati) of Oklahoma City, OK; two step-sisters: Donna Hickey (Lee) and Janell York (Jimmy) all of Waynesville, MO; step-grandmother: Mildred Farr of Canton, MO; uncle: Jerry and Eula Roam; aunt: Linda Wyatt; cousins: Millie Crossland, Tommy Roam, Barbara Williams, Nicki McAnich, Eugene and Julie Wyatt; many aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Sue was preceded in death by her mother: Lois Wyatt; maternal grandparents: Mabel and Glen Roam; paternal grandparents: Bernice and Tommy Wyatt; and uncle: Bill Wyatt.

Funeral services were held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, July 3, 2010 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory with Bro. Mike Curtis and Bro. Charles Newell officiating. Soloist Becky Lercher sang “Beulah Land”, “It Is Well With My Soul” and “Ten Thousand Years”. Serving as escorts were Eugene Wyatt, Charlie Storie, Phil Todd, Jimmy York, Allen Simpson, Dewayne Hickey and Larry Dean Hickey. Serving as honorary escorts were Larry Six, Lee Hickey and Bob Grisham.

Burial followed in the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Sue Wyatt to the Faith Baptist Church and may be left at the funeral home.

Elizabeth Kathleen (Scott) Oursbourn-Crismon 1918-2010

At the age of 92 years, 4 months and 19 days, Lizzie left Christian Health Care-South and went to Heaven at 4:45 A.M. on Sunday, June 6, 2010 and the angels were singing praises as another child of God came home.

Elizabeth Kathleen (Scott) Oursbourn-Crismon was born on January 7, 1918, in Pulaski County to the late Charlie Worth and Tilda Evelyn (Harmon) Scott.

On June 10, 1935 Lizzie was united to William R. “Bill” Oursbourn and to this union were blessed with three children, Lynn, Evelyn and Dena. Bill preceded her in death on April 5, 1988 after fifty-three wonderful years together.

On September 10, 1990, she was united in marriage with Clarence Crismon, and they shared several years together until his death on June 18, 2001.

Elizabeth made a profession of faith at an early age; she was baptized and became a member of the Beulah Baptist Church where she attended as long as her health permitted. Lizzie was a woman of great faith with a love for her Lord that was immeasurable and fond great comfort in reading her Bible.

Lizzie was a hard working woman her entire life. When she made up her mind to do something she followed through until the task was completed. She not only worked at home, but also worked at the Richland Shoe Factory and the Richland Nursing Home where she retired.

Lizzie’s hobbies included making quilts, music and reading. She also loved the outdoors, picking berries, making a garden and later canning and putting up what she had grown. However, her most cherished times were spent visiting with her family and friends whom she cherished.

She is survived by her two daughters by her two daughters: Evelyn Starnes of Stoutland, MO and Dena (Frank) Kettinger of Richland, MO; one sister: Joyce (Ernest) Brown of Richland, MO; one daughter-in- law: Sybil Oursbourn-Boone of Strafford, MO; two sisters-in-laws: Maxene Scott of Lebanon, MO and Ruth Scott of Richland, MO; one brother in law: Bob Oursbourn of Richland, MO; 11 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Lizzie is preceded in death by her parents, husbands, one son, Lynn Oursbourn, three sisters: Maggie Gideon, Florence Smith, Cinda Hammock and three brothers: Robert Scott, Charles Scott and Buddy Scott.

Funeral services were held at 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at Beulah Baptist Church of Richland with Pastor Clifton Hodges officiating. Lizzie's granddaughter Missy Miller and her husband Chris along with their son Joseph and great-grandson Stevie Mino sang "Amazing Grace" and "The Prettiest Flowers Will Be Blooming". The congregation joined them in singing "I'll Fly Away". Lizzie's favorite poem entitled Sunrise was read by her grandson Joe Oursbourn. Serving as escorts were Barry Oursbourn, Lonnie Rodden, Dale Oursbourn, Norman Smith, Tom Lynch and Billy Williams.

Burial followed in the Oaklawn Cemetery of Richland. Services were under the direction of Richland Memorial Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Elizabeth Crismon.

Bonnie B. (Sparks) Chase 1923-2010

Bonnie went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 26, 2010, at the Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Versailles, MO. Bonnie was born Bonnie Belle Sparks to William Perry and Sarah Alice (Trower) Sparks in Waynesville, MO on March 26, 1923. She was married to Harold E. Williams on February 20, 1948. To this union, two daughters, Connie Kay and Debbie Sue were born. She was married to Earl J. Chase on March 3, 1972.

Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents, both husbands, two brothers, Don and Leo Sparks and one sisters, Bernadine "Mimi" Sparks.

Bonnie is survived by her daughters: Connie and husband Terry Gardner and Debbie and husband Bob Payton; grandchildren, Sarah Gardner, Shannon Geasley, Paul and wife Jenny Gardner, Chad Payton and Asher and wife Cheryl Gardner and great-grandchildren, Sadie Ervin, Trey Geasley, Millie Gardner and Alex Gardner.

Bonnie led a very full life. While attending high school in Waynesville she was a member of the band, softball, volleyball and debate teams. Before graduating as Salutatorian in 1941 she won the "Girls Humorous Reading" contest held in Warrensburg, MO, April 11, 1940.

After graduating she went to work for Waynesville Security Bank, married Harold and took a leave of absence during the births of her daughters, returning after they were older. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Waynesville and was active in the Lord's work. She was a member of Hanson Chapter #22 of the Eastern Star since February 8, 1949, served a term as Worthy Matron and had received her 50 year pin. She also belonged to the Waynesville Womens Extension Club in the 1950's.

Bonnie began working at Bank of Lake of the Ozarks, (now Central Bank), in August of 1963, after she and her family moved to the lake area. She worked as a teller, in bookkeeping, new accounts and as receptionist and was known by many as "Ms. Bank of Lake of the Ozarks". Her co-workers and customers loved her for her caring spirit. She retired in January of 1985.

She was a member of both the Lake and Eldon Beta Sigma Phi and worked with the Salvation Army.

She was a longtime member of Riverview Baptist Church. After retirement she moved her membership to Eldon First Baptist upon moving to Eldon, MO with her husband, Earl. She became an active member there. In 2009 she sold her house and moved into the Lee House in Eldon. She leaves many friends and family to celebrate her life. She was and still is an inspiration to many. She loved her God and left that legacy for her future generations.

Arrangements were under the direction of Rekus Funeral Home in Eldon. All services were at First Baptist Church in Eldon on July 29, 2010. Interment was at the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Eldon First Baptist Church Building Fund.

Maxine Eleanor (Ballew) Farnham 1924-2010

Maxine Eleanor (Ballew) Farnham went home to be with her Lord at 8:40 a.m., Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010, at Sunset Village of the Ozarks, St. Robert, Mo., at the age of 86 years, 3 months and 21 days.

Maxine was born on April 18, 1924, a few miles north of Waynesville, Missouri, in a community known as Sweet Home. Her parents, Mart and Molly Ballew were blessed with two daughters. Maxine's younger sister, Jean Etta was born 13 months later. When Mart, a school teacher, was elected Circuit Clerk and Recorder of Deeds (where he served 20 years), the family moved to Waynesville in January 1926.
Upon their move, the family began attending the Methodist Church.

Since Molly was Methodist, and Mart was Baptist, they would often visit the Baptist Church. In the spring of 1938, Maxine was baptized in the Roubidoux River, just above the bridge along with her sister, Jean Etta, Jim Dodds, and others. Maxine has always been very active in the Waynesville United Methodist Church, serving on the Administrative Board for many years, Finance chair, Secretary Board of Trustees, Worship chair, and other committees.

She enjoyed teaching Sunday school and reading the "Upper Room" and her daily devotionals.

In 1930, Maxine started primary school and was promoted to first grade that year. She attended 12 years of school at Waynesville (much of that meeting in the Methodist Church). Her senior class (1942) was the first to graduate from the "new" school, (former middle school). She was the salutatorian of her class, only hundreds of a tenth percent behind Maurice Eldredge. School activities included: Class offices, band, volley ball, speech, vocal music and was elected yearbook queen.

Maxine met Gene Farnham of Iberia when they were both juniors in high school. He asked one of her friends if they would arrange a date, and they dated all of the next year during the beginning of World War II. Gene was scheduled to go into the service, so he convinced her they should get married.
They eloped and married on Sept. 10, 1942. They lived in Iberia and worked at Farnham and Son, a general store and lumber yard until April, 1945, when they purchased the Waynesville Lumber Company.
They operated this business for 27 years. At one time, she and Gene owned interests in lumber yards in Waynesville, Dixon, Iberia and Osage Beach. She was the bookkeeper for all of these lumber yards. Gene passed away suddenly on April 19, 1995. Gene and Maxine were happily married for 53 years and they shared one daughter, Susan.

Their family soon grew to include Susan's husband, Erv Morriss; two grandchildren: Lindy McKinnon and Michael Morriss and his wife, Jeanne; eight great grandchildren: Richie McKinnon (Alicia Wilson), Melissa Vernon (Brian), Logan McCurley, Makayla Morriss Eddie DeLizo, Jacob Morriss, Eric Morriss and Audrey Lepard and three great-great grandchildren: Richie McKinnon, Jr., Davin and Dailey Vernon. She dearly loved her special nieces: Randee Jean Gibson (Richard) and Rebecca Ballew West (Paul). She also leaves other relatives and many friends.

After working for over 27 years in the lumber business, Maxine worked as payroll clerk for Non Appropriated Funds on Ft. Leonard Wood. A year later, she and Gene purchased Westside Hardware Company, and in 1975, she opened Farnham Real Estate.

She obtained her Real Estate Broker's License and Graduate Realtor Institute Certificate. She owned and operated the realty for 31 years. She enjoyed her clients and spent much of her time helping with questions and coming up with solutions to problems concerning land and property.

Maxine was a very active member of her community and held various offices of responsibility in the following organizations: Waynesville Business and Professional Women's Club (Charter Member 1954, hosted and chaired the annual Senior Girl's Tea for many years), Waynesville-St. Robert Area Chamber of Commerce (Citizen of the Year, 1985), The Order of the Eastern Star of Missouri, Hanson Chapter 22 (member since 1945, Worthy Matron 1955, District Deputy Grand Matron 1962, Grand Representative to South Carolina 1969-71, helped begin and actively involved in the local chapter of the International Order of Rainbow for Girls), Waynesville Lioness Club (charter member), Pulaski County Historical Society and Museum Auxiliary to the Missouri Historical Society, Toastmasters International (charter member), Women's International Bowling Congress, Waynesville Achievement Club, Pulaski County Council for the Handicapped, Theatre Guild Board at Fort Leonard Wood, Pulaski County Board of Realtors and Missouri Association of Realtors, Old Stagecoach Stop Foundation (founder, instrumental in the acquisition of this landmark). Maxine felt very blessed to have traveled to Venice, Rome, France, Ireland, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Mexico, South America, many islands and greater part of the United States.

Visitation will be at noon, with services to follow at 2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 14, at Waynesville United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery. Services are under direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory, Waynesville/St. Robert.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Maxine Farnham to the Old Stagecoach Stop Foundation, P.O. Box 585, Waynesville, Mo., 65583.

Dorothy Mary (Roll) Price 1923-2010

Dorothy Mary Price, 87, passed away May 10th, 2010, at Iowa Methodist Hospital, Des Moines, Iowa.

Dorothy was born, January 16, 1923, at Attica, Iowa to Stanley and Allie Grace Roll. She graduated from Knoxville High School and lived all of her adult life until retirement in Des Moines. She enjoyed her years as an employment counselor for Capital Personnel and later in the personnel department for Preferred Risk (now Guide One). Dorothy and her husband Ralph retired to Richland, Missouri.

Dorothy loved to cook for friends and family, who benefited from her great tasting cobblers and fried chicken. She loved country music and animals. A warm, outgoing person, Dorothy will be missed by her family and friends.

Mrs. Price is survived by her two sons: Larry Flanagan (Jan) and Kent Flanagan (Janie) all of Des Moines, IA; one brother: Stan Roll (Mildred); six grandchildren: Price, Shawn, Juli, James, Shelli, Mindi; nine great grandchildren: Nolan, Kinsey, Kristlyn, Cayleigh, Cassidy, Savanna, Nick, Maggie and Bliss; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Ralph and former husband Forest Flanagan; her brothers Kenneth and William.

Memorial services were held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 14, 2010, in the First Assembly of God Church in Des Moines, Iowa with Rev. Greg Youmans officating. Graveside services were held at 11:30 A.M. Monday, May 17th, in the Mt. View Cemetery of Richland, Missouri with Rev. Christopher Hendrix, Sr. oficiating. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapel of Richland.

Mary Ellen Muxlow 1982-2010

Mary Ellen Muxlow, 27 of Richland, a Richland Elementary School teacher, passed away Monday morning, October 11, 2010, at the St. Clare Hospital in Fenton, as the result of injuries sustained in a two vehicle accident near Eureka, Missouri.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 15, at Memorial Chapel of Richland. Burial will follow in the Oaklawn Cemetery.

Visitation is from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, October 14, at the funeral home.

Mary is survived by her husband: Chad; three children: Chase, Anna and Tyler Muxlow all of the home; her mother: Rita Shoemaker (George) of Dixon; her brother: Michael Peterson (Michele) of Crocker; her sister: Lacy Davenport (Heath) of Kansas City, MO; her in-laws: Ralph and Patti Muxlow of Richland; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, co-workers and many friends.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Mary Muxlow for a fund for the Muxlow children.

14 December, 1982 - 11 October, 2010

Mary Lou (Carter) Lawson 1931-2010

Mary Lou (Carter) Lawson, 79, Fortuna, passed away Wednesday morning, November 3, 2010, at her home.

Memorial services will be at 11:00 a.m., Friday, Nov. 5, at Fortuna United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Moreau Cemetery in Tipton. Services are under direction of Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home, Versailles.

Visitation is from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 4, at Fortuna United Methodist Church.

Mrs. Lawson is survived by two sons, David Lawson and wife, Kathy, of Waynesville; Richard Lawson and wife, Joy, of Fortuna; one daughter, Lynda Lawson of Fortuna; four grandchildren, Courtney Long and husband, Colin, of Waynesville, Carter Lawson and Katie Lawson of Columbia, and Andy Lawson of Tipton; one great-grandson, Connor Long, of Waynesville.

Memorial contributions may be made to Fortuna United Methodist Church or Fortuna Area Senior Citizens. Donations may be left at Memorial Chapels and Crematory, Waynesville/St. Robert.

31 July, 1931 - 3 November, 2010