Oma Parsons d. 10 August 1917

Oma, the 11 year old daughter of Albert Parsons, died last Friday morning of rheumatism after being confined to her bed for three weeks. Little Oma was a faithful member of the Junior Endeavor and Sunday school and loved by everyone. The funeral services were conducted by her pastor, Rev. Mahaney and her remains were laid to rest in the Dixon Cemetery.

The Pulaski County Democrat
Waynesville, Missouri
16 August 1917
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Aldren W. Tucker 1910-1981

Aldren W. Tucker, son of Charles and Nora Parsons Tucker, was born July 29, 1910 in Richland, Missouri and departed this life January 7, 1981 at his home in Richland.

He was united in marriage to Goldie Dickerson April 29, 1969.

Aldren has lived in Richland most of his life, and worked in the fur, wool, and mohair business.  He served his country for four years in the United States Army, during World War II.  He was a member of the Modern Woodmen of America.  Aldren professed his faith in Christ about a year before his death.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, January 10, 1981 at 1:30 p.m. at the Colonial Funeral Chapel with Rev. Lawrence Clark officiating.  Burial was in the Oaklawn Cemetery under the direction of the Colonial Funeral Chapel.

Pallbearers were nephews of the deceased.

He leaves to mourn his passing his wife Goldie of the home; one brother, Reed Tucker of Richland; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Lou Smith of Mountain Grove, Missouri and Mrs. Ernie Blackwell of Kansas City, Missouri; as well as other relatives and many friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Walter and one infant brother.

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.

Clarence Ray Hensley 1899-1987

Clarence Ray Hensley was born the son of John & Altie (Parsons) Hensley on May 1, 1899 in Laquey, Missouri and departed this life Thursday morning, July 16, 1987, having attained the age of 88 years.

He accepted Christ at an early age and was a charter member of Westside Baptist Church.

On February 1, 1919, Clarence was united in marriage to Ethel Walters and to this union nine children were born. They shared and enjoyed sixty-three years of marriage.

Clarence was a business man for over 65 years in the Waynesville community working with produce and fur. He served on the Waynesville School Board for thirteen years and also served on the Waynesville City Council several years. He was a member of the Waynesville Lion’s Club when the Old Settlers Day Picnics were first originated. Clarence enjoyed gardening and hunting and made several trips to Alaska to hunt. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Funeral services were held Saturday, July 18 at 1:30 p.m. in the Westside Baptist Church with Rev. Lee Schaffer and Rev. Norman Sanders officiating. Music was provided by organist, Mary Lou Long, and soloist, Rev. Lindell Shelden.

Escorts were David Hartley, Mike Hartley, Robert Hartley, Larry Hensley, Kevin Jeffries, Dave Lock, Joe Petrich, Steve Remes, and John Trigg. Honorary escorts were Chris Hensley and Jason Hensley.

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

Clarence is survived by five sons, Lawrence of Jefferson City, Dennis of Columbia, Dwight of Waynesville, Douglas of Orrick, Missouri, Melvin of Waynesville; two daughters, Barbara Johnson of the state of Colorado, and Marlene Hartley of Waynesville; one sister, Bessie Long of Waynesville; and one brother, Rowland Hensley of the state of California; 20 grandchildren, and 11 grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Ethel; two sons, Don and Elvin; his parents; two brothers, Lester and Oba Hensley, and two sisters, Oma Willets and Opal Church; and two great-grandchildren

Oba Orville Hensley 1901-1984

Oba Orville Hensley was born a son of John Harrison Hensley and Atta Edith (Parsons) Hensley March 23, 1901 in Laquey, Missouri and departed this life August 25, 1984 at the Pulaski County Memorial Hospital in Waynesville, Missouri in his 83rd year.

He was united in marriage to Mildred Emaline Willets on May 6, 1920 and to this union seven daughters were born.

They shared 52 years together.

He was a member of the Richland First Baptist Church and a member of the Fox Hunter’s Association. He lived all his life in the Pulaski County area. He had a special fondness for children and much love and pride of family and many friends. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by six daughters, Dorothy Burgess and Carolyn Ford, both of Richland, Missouri; Cleda Reser of Camdenton, Missouri; Edna Jones of Crocker, Missouri; Gladys Crisman of Springfield, Missouri; 17 grandchildren, 42 great grandchildren, and 7 great great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred Emaline Willets, one daughter Hazel Hensley, one brother Lester (Bill) Hensley, one sister Oma Willets, and his parents John and Edith Hensley.

Funeral services were held Monday, August 27, 1984 at 3:00 p.m. in the Waynesville Memorial Chapel with Rev. Dale Huff and Rev. Harley Dye officiating.

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

Organist was Marjorie Link.

Those serving as escorts were B.P. Thacker, Tommy Henson, Victor Henson, Jack Henson, Gordon walls, and Harry Bright. Those serving as Honorary Escorts were

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