John McKinnon d. 20 February 1917

Uncle John McKinnon, who lived about 3 miles west of here (Dixon) on the farm he homesteaded when he was young, took sick with pneumonia on Feb. 15th and died Feb. 20th and his remains were laid to rest in Seaton Cemetery by the Dixon G.A.R. of which he was a charter member. Uncle John joined the Union Army and served thru the Civil War. He was married to Julia Null and to this union was born 3 boys and 3 girls. Mrs. McKinnon died about a year ago. This family never moved from their old homestead. Uncle John was one of our very best citizens, was highly respected by all who knew him and will be sadly missed in this community.

The Pulaski County Democrat
Waynesville, Missouri
1 March 1917
Page 4

Helen Marie (McKinnon) Farris d. 19 August 1960

Apparent Suicide:
Mother of Six Is Found Dead

WAYNESVILLE (Special)- Reportedly disturbed mentally for several weeks, the mother of six children apparently shot herself fatally at her home near Waynesville yesterday.

The body of Mrs. Helen Marie Farris, 34, was found at 9:30 a.m. by Willis Kelly, Waynesville, as he stopped at the Farris house two miles northeast of here. Troopers said the woman evidently shot herself in the right temple with a .22 caliber rifle an hour and a half before her body was discovered.

Her husband, Archie, had left home for work at 7:15 a.m., authorities said. They added that efforts had been made to have Mrs. Farris receive psychiatric care.

Besides her husband, she is survived by four sons, Charles Denny, David Lee, Michael Wayne, and Gary Lynn, all of the home; two daughters, Barbara, of the home, and Mrs. Connie Marie Colley, Dixon.

Other survivors include her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar McKinnon, Waynesville; a brother, Lawrence McKinnon, Waynesville; three sisters, Mrs. Georgia McRoy, Springfield, Mrs. Dorothy Pearson, Fort Wood, and Mrs. Louise Wilkerson, Pama, Fla.; her paternal grandfather, John McKinnon, Waynesville, and her maternal grandmother, Mrs. Rosie Phillips, Waynesville.

Although a time hasn't been set, funeral services will be at the Parkview Baptist Church at Waynesville with the Rev. Clarence Smith officiating. Burial will be in Duncan Cemetery under direction of Hedges of Waynesville.

The Springfield News-Leader
Springfield, Missouri
20 August 1960
Page 7

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

Edith Frances (McKinnon) Ray 1914-2007

Edith Frances Ray, one of six children born to the union of the late Henry and Ella (Clark) McKinnon, was born March 2, 1914 in Pulaski County, Missouri.
She departed this life the morning of September 5, 2007 at her home in Nixa, Missouri, at the age of 93 years, 6 months and 3 days.
On December 27, 1932 in Waynesville, Edith was united in marriage with Jess Lilbert. Edith and Jess were blessed with one daughter, Opal. Jess preceded Edith in death on September 6, 1984.
Edith dedicated her life to the love and care of her family. She was a wonderful seamstress, enjoyed fishing and always had a large garden.
In 1995, Edith moved to Richland where she was a member of the First Assembly of God Church. In September, 2005 she moved to Nixa where she made her home until her passing.
Edith was dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her daughter: Opal Thompson of Nixa; her sister: Grace Helms of Crocker along with several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents and her husband, Edith was also preceded in death by an infant sister and four brothers: Louie, Arthur and Everett McKinnon and Robert Tebault.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, September 7 at Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Rev. James Routh officiating. Pianist, David Lawson accompanied Laura Milner as she sang, "Amazing Grace" and "How Great Thou Art." Family and friends served as escorts.
Burial followed in Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery. Services were under the direction of Waynesville Memorial Chapel.

Phyllis Jean (McKinnon) Patterson 1948-2006

Phyllis Jean McKinnon was born April 10, 1948 in Waynesville, Missouri. She was one of four children born to the union of the late Delmar Lee and Julia Mae (James) McKinnon.

"Jeanie, as she was affectionately known to her family and friends, grew up and attended school in Waynesville.

On February 5, 1965, Jeanie was united in marriage with Rodney Patterson, Jr., and to this union three sons were born, Adam, Paul and James Richard. James Richard lived only a few hours.

Jeanie worked for a while as a ticket agent at the old Waynesville Bus Station. She later attended cosmetology school in Rolla to become a hairdresser. Jeanie grew beautiful flowers, was a true animal lover and a talented guitarist. She even wrote a few songs of her own.

On July 16, 1972, Jeanie accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as her personal savior and was baptized in the First Baptist Church of Waynesville.

Jeanie departed this life April 29, 2006 at her home in St. Robert, Missouri, at the age of 58 years and 18 days.

She will be very sadly missed by her sons: Adam and Paul Patterson and their father: Rodney Patterson, Jr. all of St. Robert; one brother: Delmar "Bo McKinnon, Jr. of Richland; one sister: Faye Hammock of St. Robert; four grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends, including her cat, Simon.

In addition to her parents and her infant son, Jeanie was preceded in death by one brother: Donnie McKinnon

Funeral services were held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, May 3, 2006 in the Memorial Chapel of Waynesville/St. Robert with Rev. Danny Graves officiating. The songs "In The Garden" and "Peace In The Valley" were played. Serving as escorts were Danny, Gary, Mark and Nathan Hammock, Billy Higginbotham, Larry and Richard Kelley.

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

Vada Marie (McKinnon) Lane 1939-2006

Vada Marie Lane, daughter of the late Arthur and Vera (Farris) McKinnon, was born January 7, 1939 in St. Robert, Missouri.

She departed this life the evening of June 18, 2006 at St. John's Regional Health Center, Springfield, Missouri, at the age of 67 years, 5 months and 11 days.

Vada grew up and attended school in Pulaski County. She attended the Gospel Ridge Church in St. Robert, and also the Sweet Home Church in Crocker.

On June 30, 1954 in Waynesville, Vada was united in marriage with Robert Lane. Vada and Bob shared six children, Robert, Alvin, Brenda, Marilyn, Tina and Linda.

Over the years, Vada has painted houses for many people in the area. In her spare time, she enjoyed crocheting.

Vada will be sadly missed by her children: Robert Lee Lane, Alvin Lane, Brenda Mosier and Marilyn Babineaux all of St. Robert; two brothers: Leonard McKinnon of St. Robert and Delbert McKinnon of Crocker; one sister: Dana Jones of Lebanon; nine grandchildren; three great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents, Vada was preceded in death by her husband, Bob in 1993; two daughters: Tina Marie Watts and Linda Lane and one grandson, Joshua Watts and one brother: Elmer McKinnon.

Graveside services were held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, June 22, 2006 in the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Danny Graves officiating. Serving as escorts were Raymond Climer, Mike Fenelle, Alvin Lane, Dale Ray Lewis, Fred Mosier and Nolan Mosier. Serving as honorary escorts were Robert Lane and Leonard McKinnon. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapel of Waynesville/St. Robert.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Vada Lane and may be left at Memorial Chapel of Waynesville/St. Robert.

Nancy Evelena (Ashworth) McKinnon 1922-2004

Nancy Evelena McKinnon, daughter of the late John J. and Elizabeth Jane (Robbins) Ashworth was born April 26, 1922 in Elexio, Oklahoma.

On August 17, 1940, Nancy was united in marriage with James A. McKinnon at the Gospel Ridge Church parsonage. They shared 52 memorable years together and were blessed with three children: Wesley James, Rowena Lea and Richard Wayne. James preceded her in death on May 28, 1992.

Most people remember Nancy as an LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) at the General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital for 30 years. She was very active in her community by serving as St. Robert City Alderwoman from 1992 until 2000 and was also a member of the MO Farm Bureau Association for over 35 years.

Nancy enjoyed gardening and tomatoes were her specialty. She took great pleasure in working with her hands, whether it was sewing, knitting, crocheting, quilting or other crafts that she could find to do. Most importantly, she treasured the times that she could spend with her children and her grandchildren.

Nancy passed away at 11:07 AM Thursday, January 15, 2004 at her home in St. Robert, having attained the age of 81 years, 8 months and 19 days.

Nancy will be sadly missed, but fondly remembered by one son: Richard McKinnon and his wife, Kristie; one daughter: Rowena L. Sheek, all of Waynesville; four sisters; 8 grandchildren: Jimmy McKinnon, Mary Lienemann, Christy Bashaw, Christy Rogers, Mike Sheek, Richie McKinnon, Melissa McKinnon and Nickie McKinnon; 11 great grandchildren: Buddy Garrett, Andy McKinnon, Brett McKinnon, Zachary McKinnon, Shaun McKinnon, Jennifer Jackman, Cory-kyle Bashaw, Robbie Bashaw, Brian Rogers, Jaden Rogers and Veronica Rogers; 1 great-great grandchild: Nicholas Garrett; several other relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents and husband, Nancy was preceded in death by one son: Wesley J. McKinnon.

Funeral services were held at 11:00 AM Saturday, January 17, 2004 in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Rev. John Shaw officiating. Pianist Lisa Schwandt played as soloist Laura Light sang "The Old Rugged Cross" and "How Beautiful Heaven Must Be". Nancy's granddaughter, Nikki McKinnon sang "Jesus Loves Me". Serving as escorts were Mike Sheek, Jr., Alex Neuman, Shaun McKinnon, Keith Pritchard, George Beasley and Kevin Pritchard.

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

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Nancy McKinnon to the Phelps County Hospice and may be left at the funeral home.

Adam Reed Patterson 1973-2006

Adam Reed Patterson, son of Rodney Patterson and Phyllis Jean (McKinnon) Patterson, was born May 30, 1973 in Rolla. He grew up in the Waynesville R-VI School District and graduated from Waynesville High School. In 1997, Adam accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior at the First Baptist Church in St. Robert.

On September 21, 1997, Adam was united in marriage to Macy E. Dean at the First Baptist Church of Waynesville. They shared over 9 years of marriage together and were blessed with three beautiful children: Brendan Reed, Morgan Grace and Mason William.

Adam was a hard worker and provided for his family. He became employed at T.K.'s Pizza in St. Robert in 1990 and bought the business in 2004. He enjoyed his job and has supplied many pizzas to the Waynesville, St. Robert and Fort Leonard Wood area. In his spare time he enjoyed music, whether it was playing the drums, the guitar or teaching his children to play music. He was an avid stamp collector and liked watching and attending baseball games. He was able to take his oldest son, Brendan to a St. Louis Cardinal game this summer. Most importantly, he treasured the times that he spent with his family, especially his children.

Adam passed away Tuesday evening, Sept 26, at General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital of Fort Leonard Wood at the age of 33 years.

Adam leaves to cherish his memory his wife Macy, and three children: Brendan Reed, Morgan Grace and Mason William; he also leaves his father Rodney Patterson, Jr. and one brother Paul Patterson, both of St. Robert, aunt and uncle Willis and Floyd Selvey of Springfield; aunt and uncle Bo and Kay McKinnon of Richland; uncle Ted Hammock of St. Robert; niece Brittany Patterson of Waynesville; along with several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and many friends.

Adam was preceded in death by his mother: Phyllis Jean McKinnon Patterson; brother: James Richard Patterson; one uncle: Donnie McKinnon; one aunt: Fay Hammock; paternal grandparents: Rodney and Lillian (Penny) Patterson; and maternal grandparents: Delmar and Julia May McKinnon.

Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, October 1, 2006 in the Memorial Chapel of Waynesville-St. Robert with Rev. Danny Graves officiating. The songs "In The Garden," "Amazing Grace" and "Peace In The Valley" were played. Serving as escorts were Donny Bulone, James and Michael Dean, Danny and Nathon Hammock, Larry and Richard Kelly and John and Sam Senovich.

Burial followed in the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapel of Waynesville-St. Robert.

Howard Claude Doyle 1934-2010

Howard Claude Doyle of Dixon was born near Dixon on June 24, 1934, a son of Claude and Flossie (McKinnon) Doyle and departed this life at 2:00 p.m., Monday afternoon, January 25, 2010, at his residence near Dixon. Mr. Doyle had attained the age of 75 years, 7 months and 1 day.
 
Mr. Doyle was united in marriage at Meta on May 28, 1955 to Betty Irene Wiles and to this union two children were born. He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Marilyn Doyle; two brothers, William Doyle and James Doyle and one sister Jeanette Hambee.
 
Mr. Doyle was a long time member of the Pulaski County Land Owners Association; Chairman of the Pulaski County Soil and Water District; and was a board member for the Sheppard Cemetery. He was a heavy equipment owner and operator as well as being a farmer, raising crops and beef cattle.
 
Those left to mourn the passing of Mr. Doyle include: his wife, Betty Doyle, Dixon; one son and daughter-in-law, Randy and Kim Doyle, Dixon; two grandsons, Hayden and Parker Doyle, Dixon; and many other relatives and friends.
 
Funeral services for Mr. Doyle were conducted at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, January 28, 2010 in the Long-Kloeppel Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, Dixon with Rev. Tom Cromwell, Living Word Worship Center, Dixon, officiating.  Two musical selections of “I’ll Fly Away” and “Go Rest High On That Mountain” were played for the service.
 
Interment was in the Sheppard Cemetery, near Dixon under the direction of the Long-Kloeppel Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, Dixon. Pallbearers for Mr. Doyle were Travis Hauck, Luther Riddle, Chuck Edwards, Tommy Barkas, John Doyle and Paul Harrison. Honorary pallbearers were George Beasley, Kent Ledbetter, Paul Hand, Henry Hauck, Roy Doyle, Duane Doyle, Donley Dake and David Wiles.

William Edgar McKinnon 1903-1985

William Edgar McKinnon was born a son to John Andrew and Charlotte Agnes (Henson) McKinnon on January 5, 1903 in Dixon, Missouri and he departed this life on Monday morning, July 15, 1985 at the University Medical Center in Columbia, Missouri, having attained the age of 82 years, 6 months, and 12 days.

He was converted in a Pentecostal Church in 1947, and was baptized May 2, 1971 and united with the First Baptist Church at St. Robert, Missouri.

Edgar united in marriage to Goldie (Wade) McKinnon April 9, 1925, and to this union six children were born. They shared 60 years and four months of love and devotion together.

He lived in Pulaski County area all of his life within a few miles of where he was born.

Edgar worked in the timber and drove a truck, also worked in the lumber yard for 22 years before he retired in 1965.

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, and he will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one infant son, Cecil Edward McKinnon, and one daughter, Helen Marie Farris.

Edgar McKinnon is survived by his loving wife, Goldie of the home; one son, William Lawrence McKinnon of Springfield, Missouri; three daughters, Dorothy May Pearson of Waynesville, Missouri; Georgia McElroy of Kansas City, Missouri; and Sandra Louise Knapp of Rolla, Missouri; two brothers, Howard and Delmar McKinnon, both of Waynesville, Missouri; four sisters, Celie Helms of the state of California; Ora Wade and Flossie Ashlock, both of Waynesville, Missouri; and Eula Stowell of Granby, Missouri; 20 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Thursday morning, July 18, 1985 at 10:30 a.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Mel Watson officiating.

Music was provided by Janell Walters, soloist, and Marjorie Link, organist.

Serving as escorts were Danny McElroy, Mark McElroy, Ricky McElroy, Lenny Pearson, Don Scott, and Steve Wilkinson.

Interment followed in the Dunkard Cemetery under the direction of the Waynesville Memorial Funeral Chapel.

Henry Harrison McKinnon 1867-1957

Henry Harrison McKinnon, son of Mr. and Mrs. McKinnon, was born October 24, 1867 and passed away November 16, 1957 at the age of 90 years and 23 days.

In 1905 he was united in marriage to Ella Clark. To this union seven children were born. He was preceded in death by his wife, a son, and a daughter, two brothers, and one sister.

Most all of his life has been spent in Pulaski County and around Waynesville where he had been engaged in the jewelry and watch repair business.

He leaves to mourn his passing two daughters, Grace Helm, of Crocker, and Edith Ray of Waynesville; three sons, Arthur and Everett McKinnon of Waynesville, and Robert Tebault of Orange, California, two stepsons, Coy Clark of Winfield, Kansas, and Harvey Clark of El Dorado, Kansas, three brothers, Hugh of Reno, Nevada, Ning of Stockton, California, and Phillip of Newburg, Missouri, two sisters, Alice Helms of Joplin, and Lula Kelly of Rockport, Illinois, 18 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.

He was a devoted father and was always much concerned about the welfare of his family. He was a man who had great love, kindness, and consideration for all he met, therefore he was loved by all who knew him.

He was a great lover of God’s word and spent much of his time reading and studying it. Being blessed with good health and a strong will he was self-supporting until his departure. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, November 19 at 2:00 p.m. at the Assembly of God Church near Crocker with Rev. James Routh officiating. Interment was in the Antioch cemetery under direction of Hedges Funeral home of Crocker.

Pall bearers were Freddy Thompson, Dilbert McKinnon, Jess Ray, Joe Helms, James Routh, Paris McKinnon, and Leonard Hedrick.

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Gertrude Fay (Greer) Hedrick Welch 1906-1981

Gertrude Fay Welch of Waynesville, Missouri, was born on March 13, 1906 in Waynesville, Missouri, the daughter of George Henry and Julie Elizabeth (McKinnon) Greer and passed away on June 27, 1981 at the Phelps County Memorial Hospital in Rolla, Missouri. She had attained the age of 75 years, 3 months and 14 days.

She was united in marriage to Thomas Hedrick in 1926. Mr. Hedrick passed away in 1954.

She was later married to John Welch in 1957, and Mr. Welch passed away in 1974.

Mrs. Welch was a member of the Hickory Hills Baptist Church.

Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday, June 30, 1981 at the Long Moss Williams Chapel in Waynesville Missouri at 2 p.m. with Bill Tallant officiating. Burial was in the Waynesville Memorial Cemetery under the direction of the Long Moss Williams Funeral Home.

Pallbearers were: John Greer, Junior Brady, Irvin Greer, Charles Randolph, Eddy Randolph, and Bud Sheldon.

Honorary Pallbearers were: Clarence Greer and Cecil Greer.

She is survived by one son: Melvin L. Hedrick, Leavenworth, Kansas; one sister: Leans Gasko, St. Robert, Missouri; two brothers: Wilmer Greer, and Roy Greer both of Waynesville, Missouri; two granddaughters: Lisa Hedrick, Leavenworth, Kansas; three step-sons: Harold Welch, Rogers, Arkansas, Raymond Welch, Waynesville, Missouri, John Welch, the state of Illinois; two step-daughters: Wilma Youngblood, the state of Oklahoma; Norma Jean Coats, the state of Illinois.

Mrs. Helen Marie (McKinnon) Farris 1926-1960

Mother Of Six Found Dead Friday

The body of Mrs. Helen Marie Farris, 34, was found at 9:30 a.m., Friday by Willis Kelly of Waynesville as he stopped at her home two miles northeast of here.

Troopers said the woman evidently shot herself in the right temple with a .22 caliber rifle an hour and a half before her body was discovered. She had reportedly been mentally disturbed for several weeks and efforts had been made to have her receive psychiatric care.

Authorities said that her husband, Archie, had left for work at 7:15 a.m.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by six children, Charles Denny, David Lee, Gary Lynn, Michael Wayne, and Barbara, all of the home; and Mrs. Connie Marie Colley of Dixon.

Other survivors include her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar McKinnon of Waynesville; three sisters, Mrs. Georgia McRoy of Springfield; Mrs. Dorothy Pearson of Fort Leonard Wood; and Mrs. Louise Wilkerson of Pama, Florida; her paternal grandfather’ John McKinnon of Waynesville, and her maternal grandmother, Mrs. Rose Phillips of Waynesville.

Funeral services were held Monday under direction of Hedges Funeral Home.

(Handwritten Note: Born: 13 April 1926 Died: 19 Aug 1960 Near her this grave Daniel Lee 1947-1967)

Bobby L. McKinnon d. March 9, 2009

Bobby L. McKinnon, 45, of Kansas City, formerly of Dixon, died March 9, 2009.

He had worked as a meat cutter.

Survivors: 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Steve & Cindy Davis, state of North Carolina and Nathan and Holly McKinnon, El Paso, Texas
5 brothers, Charlie McKinnon, Dixon; Thomas McKinnon, Warrenton; Travis McKinnon, Tim McKinnon and J.T. McKinnon, all of Dixon
4 sisters, Deanna Dumers, Jefferson City; Susie Stratman, Vienna; Brenda McKinnon, Warrenton and Tracey Campbell, Dixon
4 grandchildren, Lauren, Alyssa, Stephanie and McKenzie

Funeral service: 1:00 P.M., Friday, March 13, 2009, in the Long-Gilbert Funeral Home, Dixon. Interment in the Seaton Cemetery, Dixon

Visitation: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Friday, March 13, 2009, in the Long-Gilbert Funeral Home, Dixon.

Memorials are suggested to the Wishes of the Family