Mrs. Marilyn Sue (Myers) Yantz 1950-1986

Memorial services for Mrs. Marilyn Sue Yantz, 35, of Kansas City, Kansas were held June 4, 11:00 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Church.  Graveside services at Chapel Hill Memorial Cemetery preceded the church services.

Mrs. Yantz was found Sunday, June 1, in the Missouri River after a canoe accident May 24 on the Kansas River.

She was born in August of 1950, at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and had lived in Kansas City, Kansas 31 years.  She was a secretary for the regional manager of Jeans West.  Mrs. Yantz was a member of the Community Unity Church and a member of the Gateway Seminars.

Surviving are her husband, David C. Yantz, and three sons: David Charles Yantz, Daniel Joseph Yantz, and Eric Matthew Yantz, all of the home; her mother, Mrs. Edna Myers of Kansas City, Kansas; two brothers: Charles Franklin Myers, Jr. of Wichita and family; James Patrick Myers and family of Poplar Bluff, Missouri; and a sister, Mrs. Lyndia Williams and family of Richland, Missouri.  She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Franklin Myers.

Martha Lee Alma (St. Clair) Methvin 1924-2008

Martha Lee Alma Methvin, 84 of Lebanon, Missouri, formerly of Waynesville, Missouri, died Monday, December 29, 2008 at her home, The Essex in Lebanon, Missouri.

She was born January 12, 1924 to Ralph Benton and Rachael Isabel (Myers) St. Clair, who preceded her in death. She was one of 5 children.

She married John Thomas Methvin on September 18, 1947, who preceded her in death on August 31, 1988.

Martha was an Army nurse who served our country during World War II. She became a homemaker upon starting a family. She was always a devoted wife and mother. She will be best remembered for her sense of humor and generosity to others. Martha established the first Crisis Center for abused women and children in Waynesville, Missouri back in the early 80's.

One daughter, Sandra Lee Swedo, of Fulton, Missouri preceded her in death in August 2003.

She is survived by 2 sons: Thomas Methvin and his wife Anna of Niceville, Florida and John B. Methvin of Aiken, South Carolina; one daughter, Sharon Carter and her husband Randy of Lebanon, Missouri; 9 grandchildren, and many other loved ones.

Graveside services were held at 10:00 A.M. Monday, January 5, 2009 in the Waynesville Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Lindell Shelden officiating. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory.

A memorial has been established to St. John's Hospice Care; donations can be left at Waynesville Memorial Chapel or at St. John's Hospice-Lebanon (1210 Deadra Drive).

SFC (Ret) Elmer J. Myers 1926-2012

SFC (Ret) Elmer J. Myers, 85 of St. Robert, MO, a retired United States Army and World War II veteran, passed away at 2:28 p.m. Saturday, May 12, 2012 in the Mercy Hospital of Springfield, MO.

Funeral services with military honors will be held at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 15, 2012 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert. Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. until time of service at 3:00 p.m.

Mr. Myers is survived by his wife, Elfriede Myers of the home; five children: Cheryl Erickson of the state of Wisconsin, Karen Teague and Lori Bryan, both of the state of Ohio, Anja Balerio of Waynesville and Michael Myers of St. Robert; one brother: Lloyd Myers of the state of Ohio; six grandchildren; several great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Elmer Myers and may be left at the funeral home.

8 November, 1926 - 12 May, 2012

RAYMOND CLARENCE MYERS, 1907-1990

Raymond Clarence Myers, son of Floyd and Myrtle (Lewis) Myers, was born February 2, 1907, in Kirksville MO, and departed this life September 4, 1990, in Springfield at the age of 83 years, 7 months and 2 days.

He was married on July 29, 1980, to Dorothy Simmons.

He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; son Roderick Myers of Las Vegas NV; brothers L. G. Myers of Richland and Dr. B. J. Myers of Licking; sisters Ilene McCoy, Norma Eppison, Ruby Hamilton, Velma McQueary, and Dorothy Miles of Kirksville, Bernice Quinn of Licking, and Marjorie Voie of Iola WI; several nieces and nephews and many friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Dr. Richard Myers, Vernie Myers, and one in infancy.

Services were held September 6 at 10 a.m. at the Colonial Funeral Chapel.

DARRIEL WILLIAM DAVENPORT, 1931-1990

Darriel William Davenport, son of Floyd Lawrence and Ruby (Myers) Davenport, was born December 18, 1931, in Winnepeg, MO, and departed this life May 22, 1990, at Waynesville, MO at the age of 58 years, 5 months and 4 days.

In January of 1965, he was united in marriage with Linda Bozinski, and to this union was born one son.

On November 23, 1944, he professed his faith in Christ and became a member of the Idumea Baptist Church, where he remained until his death.

Darriel was the area supervisor with C&H Sugar Company in Crockett, CA, for several years.

He served with the United States Army from February, 1952, until January, 1954.

He is survived by his mother, Ruby Davenport, Waynesville; one son, Darriel William Davenport, Jr., of Pacific, MO; one brother, Floyd Davenport of Labadie, MO; two sisters, Evelyn Vaughn of Brentwood, CA and Johnnie Brown, St. Petersburg, FL; as well as other relatives and a host of friends.

He is preceded in death by his father, Floyd Davenport, and one sister, Betty Davenport.

Stepheny Becker April 6, 1985-May 23, 1985

Graveside services for Stepheny Becker, infant daughter of Estil and Vicki Myers Becker of Route 1, Richland, were held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 24, 1985 at the Elm Grove Cemetery with Rev. Freddy Blevins officiating.

She is survived by her parents, Estil and Vicki Becker, Richland; her maternal grandparents, Bill and Zetta Myers, Richland; and her paternal grandparents, Floyd and Eva Becker of Crocker.

Stepheny Becker was born April 6, 1985 and passed away May 23, 1985.

Burial was under the direction of Colonial Funeral Chapel of Richland.

“A BABY’S SECRET”

I'm just a little fellow
Who didn't quite make it there
I went straight to be with Jesus
but I'm waiting for you here.

Don't you fret about me Mommy
I'm of all God's lambs more blessed;
I'd have loved to stay there with you
but the shepherd knows what's best.

Many dwelling here where I live
waited years to enter in
struggled through a world of sorrow
and their lives were marred with sin.

So sweet mommy don't you sorrow
wipe those tears and chase the gloom,
I went straight to Jesus' bosom
from my lovely mother's womb.

Thank you for the life you gave me,
it was brief but don't complain;
I have all of Heaven's glory
suffered none of Earthling's pain.

Thank you for the name you gave me
I'd have loved to brought it fame
but if I'd lingered in Earth's shadows
I might instead of brought it shame.
Daddy gave me something for you
it's our secret, mommy dear,
pressed it tight against my forehead
whispered in my tiny ear.

I'll be waiting for you mommy-
you and daddy, bub and sis
I'll be with you then forever,
and I'll give you daddy's kiss.

Lula F. (Myers) Bench 1899-1984

Lula F. Bench, daughter of John and Lillie Gilbreath Myers was born August 3, 1899, in Pulaski County and departed this life August 22, 1984, in Springfield, Missouri at the age of 85 years.

Lula was married to Scott Bench October 15, 1919, in Cookville, Missouri, and to this union was born three daughters.

She professed her faith in Jesus Christ as a young girl, and has been a member of the First Baptist Church for many years.

Lula has owned and operated several restaurants in Richland, including the Gilmore Café. She retired from the shoe factory, where she was employed as a supervisor.

Those preceding her in death are her parents, six brothers, Claude, Chester, Raymond, Chris, Loren, and Clifford Myers, two sisters, Mary and Maggie Myers, and one daughter, Patricia Lodge, also one granddaughter, Deanna Sue Beasley.

She is survived by two daughters, Mary Francis Eldredge of Richland, and Marjorie Louise Smith of Louisiana; three sisters, Ruby Davenport of Laquey, Anna Hicks of Portland, Oregon, and Ethel Stewart of Tulsa, Oklahoma; a stepson Herbert Bench of Dallas, Texas; five grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Saturday, August 15, 1984 at the Colonial Funeral Chapel, Richland, with Pryor Ray Prewett officiating.

Music was provided by Rusty Shadel and Marcia Shadel.

Burial was in the Oaklawn cemetery with escorts: Barton Schaper, Jim Eldredge, John Eldredge, Jack Eldredge, Bill Schaper, Bob Schaper. Burial was under the direction of the Colonial Funeral Chapel, Richland, Missouri.