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Shannon County MOGenWeb Obituaries
| A large number of the obituaries transcribed here are from The Current Wave newspaper at Eminence, Missouri. Permission was granted by The Current Wave to Kathy Welch Heidel, former coordinator of this page, to list these obituaries which have been transcribed by a dedicated researcher. Many thanks to this anonymous researcher and to The Current Wave newspaper, as well as all the other contributors. Additional obituaries from private collections have been added. If you have obituaries, current or old, that you would like to contribute, please contact us. |
ESSIE G. ARISMAN GANT - Daughter of the late Robert and Lenora Whitney Arisman, was born April 14th, 1903, in Boss, Missouri and passed away Saturday February 25th, 1989, at the age of 85 years, 10 months and 11 days. Bessie was married to Timon Gant and to this union seven children were born. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one infant son, Delmar Gant, one infant daughter, Vickie Gant, one daughter, Freda Wilson, one brother, Ralph Arisman, and two sisters, Muriel Boyen and Dorothy Arisman. Bessie is survived by two daughters, Linda "Pat" Ferguson and husband Don of Bonne Terre, MO, and Glenna Eckert also of Bonne Terre, MO, and Glenford "Bud" Gant and wife Pauline of Eminence, MO. Eight grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, one brother, Elmer Arisman of St. Louis, MO, and three sisters, Edna Beers of Linn, MO, Opal Jenkins of New York, New York, and Minnie Potts of St. Peters. MO. Bessie was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend and will be sadly missed by her friends and family. Funeral services were conducted Monday February 27, 1989 at 11 am with Rev. Virgil Parker officiating. Serving as Pallbearers were, Steve Faust, Stan Wilson, Kenneth Gant Jr., Frank Vogel, Steve Gant and Robert Arisman. Catherine Well served as organist. Interment was in the Pilgrims Rest Cemetery near Shannondale. All arrangements were under the direction of the Spencer Funeral Home.
MYRTLE MARGARET COOLEY GARDNER - Daughter of the late Runa and Mary Alice BARNES COOLEY was born February 5, 1908 at Winona Shannon Co MO and departed this life June 27, 1979 at her home in Winona at the age of 71 years, 4 months and 22 days. She was united in marriage October 13, 1930 to Archer C. GARDNER. She is preceded in death by her parents and stepfather Henry WEAVER; also two brothers Willie COOLEY, Goldman WEAVER, and a sister, Pearl COOLEY, who died in infancy. Surviving are her sons, Bob, A. C. ‘Bill’, and daughter Margaret WAKEFIELD, all of Winona; two sisters, Minnie BARRETT of Winona and Grace WEAVER PARKE of West Plains, Howell Co MO; four grandchildren, LaRhonda PRICE, Sheldon ‘Bud’ GARDNER, Donnie and Gregory WAKEFIELD, and two great grandchildren, Gary and Jill PRICE. Myrtle professed her faith in Christ and was a member of the United Methodist Church in Winona. She dedicated herself entirely to her family and loved ones. Many years of her young adult life were devoted to the success of the family business in Winona. Yet, she never failed in fulfilling her role as a loving wife and mother, always providing a beautiful home life for her entire family. Her life revolved around the happiness and sorrows founded in the events of her family. She will be so deeply missed by her devoted children, grandchildren, sisters, other relatives and a host of friends. Our loss is Heaven’s gain. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 30, 1979a at 2:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in Winona, MO wit Rev. Gerald BRUNER and Rev. Ralph JENKINS officiating. Interment was in Pine Lawn Cemetery under the direction of the Duncan Funeral Home of Winona Shannon Co MO.
SILAS CAMPBELL GARDNER – A much respected citizen of Winona, passed away at his home at four o'clock Tuesday afternoon, August 22, 1933. Death came after an increasing illness of several weeks which loving care and medical attention was unable to combat. Mr. GARDNER was born in St. Louis, Missouri, August 30, 1873 and spent most of his life in Shannon County. He lived as a young man in the neighborhood of Birch Tree. After his wedding to Miss Rosa Belle RICH, May 24, 1903, the major portion of his life was spent in the vicinity of Winona as he was employed in the office of the Ozark Land and Lumber Company, and he farmed south of town and as the manager of the Winona Hardware Store in Winona. Mr. GARDNER was an unusually public spirited person, giving freely of his ability, energy and finances for the benefit of public institutions. He served the local school community as a trustee thru many years. He served in the United States Army during the war with Spain and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars organization. On Friday of last week Mr. Gardner was taken from his home to the hospital in West Plains where every effort to aid him was expended and he was returned home Sunday, after which his condition became steadily weaker. Neuritis and anemia are the afflictions from which he suffered. The near surviving relatives are: Mrs. Rosa Belle GARDNER and children; Mrs. Irene BOLIN, Archer GARDNER, Mrs. Maude BALES, Compton, Adaline, Mae Margaret and Margaret Mae, Annabelle, Rose Marie, and Kathryn Rich GARDNER. All except Mrs. BALES live in Winona. Mrs. Bales live in Van Buren. Besides these there are two brothers, Ira GARDNER of Deerfield, Illinois and Romeo GARDNER of California; one half brother, Clarence GARDNER of Elkland, Missouri and one half sister, Mrs. William POTITE of Conway, Missouri. A short funeral service is being conducted by Rev. J.W. BOLAND at the home this afternoon, and immediately following this the Masonic Fraternity, of which Mr. GARDNER was a long, faithful and outstanding member, is in charge of burial at the DEPRIEST Cemetery south of Birch Tree. It was a wish of Mr. GARDNER expressed on his last visit to this cemetery on last Memorial Day that he should be laid to rest there by the side of his mother. The entire community feels an irreparable loss in the passing of this excellent character, and mourn his passing with sincerity. Sources for this information: Current Wave Newspaper. Submitted by: Gaycha Martens Mayhew. Date: Sun May 13 10:39:25 2007.
JAY B. GARMAN - Son of Herbert and Alma GARMAN, was born May 28, 1929 at Jadwin MO and died Feb. 29, 1972 of a sudden heart attack, making his age at the time of death 42 years and 9 months. He was united in marriage to Joan Ileen BROWN on April 21, 1952. To this union three children were born: Dale Lee, Imogene Sue and Judy Elaine, all of the home. He entered the Army on Oct. 18, 1951, and served his country for 21 months in Korea. He received an honorable discharge on Sept. 19, 1953. He gave his heart to Christ in July, 1960, and united with the Valley Center Baptist Church of Hartshorn. He was employed by the Moss American Tie Company for the last two years. He served his community by helping his neighbors and friends in any way he could. His mother, father and three sisters preceded him in death. He leaves to mourn his passing his devoted wife, Ileen, one son, two daughters, four brothers: Merlin, of Oregon; Herbert, of Overland, MO; Floyd, of Salem MO; Howard, of St. James MO; two sisters, Billie SMITH of Grand Rivers, KY; Norma PRATER, of Lonedell, MO; a half-sister, Darlene CRAWFORD, of Springfield MO. Jay lived a Christian life and will be sadly missed by his family, neighbors and a host of friends. Our loss is Heaven’s gain. Funeral services were held Thursday, March 2, 1972, at 1:00 p.m. in the Summersville Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. William F. CARTER officiating. Burial was in Antioch Cemetery near Hartshorn. Sources for this information: The Current Wave.
Ula Gladis COURTNEY Garman - Born Jul. 19, 1924 at Raymondville MO, daughter of Richard S. Courtney and Clara Martin, and went to be with the Lord, Thursday, Feb. 14, 2008 at the Mountain View Health Care age of 83 years 6 months and 25 days. Ula was united in marriage to Floyd Ray Edwards Nov. 20, 1941. To Ula and Floyd's union one son Norman was born. After Floyd's death, she married, Herbert F. Garman, Jun. 21, 1958. Ula was saved at Valley Center Church and went to the Raymondville Baptist Church for many years. They lived in the St. Louis area, where she was a homemaker. She loved to knit and make sweaters and coats. She could make beautiful quilts and crafts of all kinds. She collected hens-on-a-nest and had approx 600 in her collection. Ula loved to dance and did so for as long as she could. She and Junior moved back to the Hartshorn area in 2000. After Junior's death she became too ill to live alone and moved to the Mountain View Health Care. She was a fun loving person, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a great friend. She was a joy to be around and was always happy and fun to be with. Preceding Ula in death are her parents, Richard and Clara, her beloved husbands, Floyd Edwards and Junior Garman, her son Norman Edwards, a brother Herschel Courtney, two sisters, Fern Ross and Beulah Warlow; father-in-law and mother-in-law Ira J. and Nancy Edwards; sisters-in-law, June Bartlett and Faye Edwards; brothers-in-law, Paul Edwards and Merle Schweighauser; and nieces, Loretta Hawkins and Treva LeJune. Ula is survived by her grandson Mark Phillip Turner and wife Lisa of Frankford, MO; great granddaughter, Priscilla Turner and Brian of Frankford, MO; great grandson, Jesse Ray Turner and Sabrina of Springfield, MO; two great great grandchildren, Victoria Rose Turner of Frankford, MO and Austin Ray Turner of Springfield, MO; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Elva and Mary Ann Edwards and family of Hartshorn, sister-in-law Alta Schweighauser and family of Summersville; Larry Blake and family who Ula helped raise; also a host of nieces and nephews and friends who will miss her laughter and joy. She will be remembered by her laughter and the joy she brought to others. Services were held on Sunday, February 17th, 2008 at 2:00Pm at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Gary Steelman officiating. Interment was in Antioch Cemetery under the direction of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville. Sources for this information: The Current Wave.
Willard Luther Garrett - Born September 30, 1923 at Fremont, Missouri, the son of Luther and Daisey (Wilson) Garrett. He went to be with our Lord and Savior on August 9, 2010 at St. Francis Hospital, Mountain View, Missouri. Willard is survived by his wife of 25 years, Virginia, of the home in Birch Tree, Missouri; four sons, Gene and wife, Donna, of Birch Tree, Ron and wife, Sally, of Salt Lake City, Utah, Randy and wife, Shannon, of Onalaska, Washington, and Carl of Rochester, Washington; sister, Melba Rose Chilton, of Cuba, Missouri; stepson, Ken Ragan and wife, Vicki, of Thayer, Missouri; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, and two sisters. Willard was in the trucking business in Washington, owning thirteen trucks at one time. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, riding his four-wheeler, going on trips, and visiting with anyone who had time for him. Willard served in the U.S. Army during World War II as a truck driver. He received the Purple Heart. Willard attended the Church of God of Prophecy in Birch Tree, where he greatly enjoyed the music services. He will be missed by all who knew him. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 13, 2010 in Yarber Mortuary chapel with Bro. Gary Larsen officiating. Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery, Birch Tree, Missouri under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Mountain View. Condolences may be made at www.yarbermortuary.com.
John Franklin Gaston - Son of John and Mary (Lewis) Gaston was born April 7, 1916 at Eunice, Missouri. He departed this life at Delmar Gardens Hospice Care Center, St. Louis, November 8, 2007, making his age 91 years. He grew up in the Eunice area, attending school there. Later, he was employed in the local timber and construction industries. He also worked in the states of Iowa and Wyoming as a farm worker. On December 19, 1939, he was united in marriage to Ina Hunter of Summersville, Missouri. This union lasted for a period of 65 years. John was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of 33rd Special "Sea Bees" Battalion. His service time was spent in the Phillipines, New Guinea and Leyte Gulf. Upon his discharge, he returned to St. Louis and became employed at American Fixtures Company as a metal polisher. He worked at this occupation until retirement in 1979. John and Ina were blessed with the birth of a daughter, Donna Kay, their only child. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, four brothers and one sister. Survivors include their daughter, son in law, two grand children, three great grandchildren, one sister, one brother in law, two sisters in law, nieces and nephews. He was a member of the United Church of Christ and American Legion. He loved the outdoors. His main hobbies were fishing and hunting. He enjoyed traveling and visiting with friends and neighbors. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
RUTH PATRICIA ‘PAT’ LAVLEY GEE - Passed away at Ozarks Medical Center, West Plains, Mo., on Friday morning, March 26, 2004. Pat was born in the North Cheyenne Canyon of Colorado Springs, Colorado, April 8, 1915, to the parents of John Eli and Ruth Benton Lavley. Pat was married to James Curtis 'Bill' Gee in Koshkonong, Missouri. To this union three children were born; Richard E. Gee and wife Jeanette, of Grand Island, Nebr., James "Jim" Gee and Betty L. Reynolds and husband Ronald L. Reynolds, all of Koshkonong, Mo.; Eight grandchildren, Bill Gee, Olathe, Kans., David Gee, Ann Arbor, Mich., Cyndie Drury, Nevada, Iowa, Ronda Gee, Thayer, Mo., Renee Douglas, Canton, Tex., Ronald L. Reynolds and Gregg L. Reynolds, Koshkonong, Mo., and Stephen L. Reynolds, Hillsboro, Mo.; and 12 great grandchildren. Pat, along with the children, followed her husband Bill, a government trapper, over the western states to ranches whom the government sent them to, where Bill trapped predators. Nearing retirement age, they moved back to Bill's birthplace of Koshkonong, Mo. After the death of her husband, Pat (who was 56 years old at that time) received her GED and graduated from college in Cape Girardeau, Mo., at the age of 59, with English and Art Majors and many honors. Later, she was honored in Jefferson City, Mo. and her name put in the archives of Jefferson City. Pat taught in the Winona district until her retirement after her 70th birthday. Pat then moved to West Plains, Mo., to the Walnut Grove Apartments, to be nearer her daughter, where she was active in making art projects and traveling until moving to Pleasant Valley Manor in October, 2003. Pat will always be remember for her beautiful art work that she expressed as her love for life. Pat's body was given to the University of Columbia Research Center and a Celebration of Life Service was held in the yard of her daughter, Betty Reynolds, with all of her family participating in songs and words of remembrance. Her ashes will be scattered over Mt. Pat (which was named for her at her birth in 1915), in the North Cheyenne Canyon of Colorado Springs, Colorado. [Courtesy of The Current Wave.]
Beulah Stein Giesler - Born Jan. 19, 1912, at Peace Valley, Mo., the daughter of Mike W. Stein and Meekie (Eblen) Stein. She passed away Aug. 4, 2011, at Birch Tree Place in Birch Tree, Mo., at the age of 99 years. She was united in marriage to Junius (June) Giesler in 1946. They had 55 happy years together until his death in 2000. Beulah was preceded in death by her husband, Junis Giesler; one brother, Bernard Stein and wife Mildred; and one nephew Francis Stein. She is survived by her stepdaughter Barbara Engler and husband Richard; one niece, Virginia Anderson and husband Tom; two loving great-nephews Benny Stein and wife Jennifer and Robert Stein and wife Becky; two great-great-nieces Hallie Stein and Ashley Stein; one great-great-nephew Elijah Stein; and numerous other family and friends. Beulah will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. The family would like to thank all the loving staff at Birch Tree Place in Birch Tree, Mo., for all the love and special care given to her in her last years. Funeral services were held Friday, Aug. 5, 2011, at the Duncan Funeral Chapel in Winona, Mo., with Rev. Glen Hampton officiating. Interment was at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Winona, Mo., under the direction of Duncan Funeral Homes.
JERRY GENTRY - Graveside services for Jerry Lee Gentry, 61, West Plains, will be at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2010, at the South Fork Cemetery under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Mr. Gentry died 8 a.m., Friday, Feb. 19, 2010, at his home. He was born Oct. 27, 1948, at West Plains, Mo., to Marion Rayburn and Ida May Williams Gentry. On July 9, 1986, he was married at Mountain Home, Ark., to Virginia Freeman. Mr. Gentry had worked at Southwest Truck Body and was owner and operator of Gentry Auto and RVs. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church, West Plains. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Gentry, of the family home; three children, Shaun Gentry, fiancée, Carolyn Good of Springfield, Mo., Tim Gentry, wife, Carrie, of West Plains and Dr. Nicholas Gentry, wife, Jill, of Richmond, Va.; his right hand, farm hand, 'Sweetie'; two grandchildren, Zachary Good and Zane Good; his aunt, Evelyn Lair, of Breckenridge, Mo.; mother-in-law, Ruthie Freeman of Pomona, Mo.; sister-in-law, Genieve Gentry of West Plains; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. His parents, and two brothers, Bill Rayburn Gentry and Charles Earl Gentry, precede him in death. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bethel Baptist Church Building Fund and left at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Carrie Marie Riddle Gill - Daughter of James Henry Riddle and Mary Ethel Miller was born March 12, 1923 at Plano, Oklahoma and passed away at the Stonecrest Health Care Center in Viburnum, MO Sunday, June 14, 2009, making her age 86 years. Carrie was united in marriage to Ray Gill. To their union four children were born: Jay L., Donald J., Henry L., and Rose Mary. Carrie was a house wife. She and her family lived at Lucas, Arkansas for many years; then Carrie moved to the Hartshorn area. When Carrie was unable to live alone, she moved to the Stonecrest Center in Viburnum. She enjoyed sewing and gardening. Those preceding Carrie in death were her parents, Henry and Mary Riddle, husband Ray Gill, one brother, Bill James Riddle, and one sister, Sara Gossett. Carrie is survived by her children, Jay Gill and wife, Genie, of Rudy, Arkansas; Donald Gill and wife, Gayle, of Viburnum, Missouri; Henry Gill of Breckenridge, Colorado; and Rose Mary Nipp and husband, Lewis, of Greenwood, Arkansas; nine grandchildren, and several great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel in Summersville, MO with Rev. Gary Steelman officiating. Interment was in Antioch Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
BONNIE MAE NEWBERRY GEORGE - Born March 28, 1921 to David Newberry and Ella Hosford. She passed away February 12, 2006 in Winona, Missouri at the age of 84 years. She is preceded in death by her parents David and Ella Newberry; her husband Raymond Leo George and sixteen brothers and sister. Bonnie is survived by one daughter Barbara and husband Ronald Brim of Mountain View, Missouri and one sister Rose Dunaway of Dover, Tennessee; two grandsons Keith Haynes of Winona, Missouri and Michael Haynes of Winona, Missouri. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Winona. Bonnie will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 15, 2006 at Duncan Funeral Chapel in Winona, Missouri with Rev. Darrell Jones officiating. Interment was at the Mount Zion Cemetery in Winona, Missouri under the direction of Duncan Funeral Home. [Courtesy of The Current Wave.]
CLAUDE GEORGE - Age 53, of St. Maries ID, was driving on a highway there shortly before noon Friday when his car swerved into a ditch. A truck coming down the road observed the action and found Claude dead. It was thought that a heart attack possibly caused his death, as he was subject to such attack. His body was flown to Duncan Funeral Home in Mountain View by the Duncan Service on Sunday, after which it was brought to the funeral home in Eminence Monday afternoon. Funeral services will be held in the Christian Church at West Eminence on Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. Sources for this information: The Current Wave. NOTE: This clipping was found in at the Winona Public Library on microfiche with other Current Wave obituaries from 1993 to 1995. No exact date was found. [Burial at New Eminence Cemetery]
SHIRLEY JEAN CARTER GEORGE – Departed from this life Friday, June 9, 2006 at the age of 68 years. Shirley was born November 24, 1937 at Houston, MO. She was the daughter of Reverend Bill and Imogene Carter and was the eldest of ten children. She was united in marriage to Bobby Lee George, March 31, 1960, and to this union three children were born, Randy, Paul and Debbie. Preceding her in death are her husband Bob, her mother and her father Bill and Jean, one granddaughter Nellie Haney, 6 brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law. Shirley leaves behind her children, Randy and wife Monica of Springfield, MO; Paul and wife Janet of Sparta, MO; Debbie and husband Tom of Hartshorn, MO; 7 grandchildren, Jodi, Amanda, Jon, Brian, Jenna, Jacob, and Rhianna and 2 soon to be grandsons-in-law, Ricky Johns, and Kevin Fricke; 3 brothers and 6 sisters, Billy Carter and wife Liz of Greenfield, MO; Nancy Tobey and husband Wendell of Oolagah, Oklahoma; Trudy Trinkle of Pleasanton, Kansas; Francis Ipock and husband Bill of Summersville, MO; Bonnie Bishop and husband Mike of Parker, Kansas, Carolyn Duncan and husband Billy of Summersville, MO; Mark Carter and wife Char of Joplin, MO; Mary Means and husband Dan of St. Joseph, MO; and Craig Carter of Joplin, MO; 3 sisters-in-law, Lenora Whitesell of Ormond Beach, Florida; Fern George of Hartshorn, MO; and Roberta George of Kansas City, MO. She also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Services were held Monday, June 12th, 2006 at 11:00 Am at the Valley Center Baptist Church in Hartshorn, MO with Rev. Gary Steelman and Rev. Glenn Green officiating. Interment was in Valley Center Cemetery under the direction of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville. [Courtesy of The Current Wave.]
OTHEL OBBIE GERMAN – Son of Edd and Lottie (Marrow) German, was born at Heffner, Mo., December 3, 1916 and passed away at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, Mo., Saturday, February 14, 2004 making his age 87 years two months and 11 days. Othel was united in marriage to Eathyl Effe Brim March 18, 1940 in Houston, Mo., making their union together 58 years, before her death November 1st, 1998. To their union one son Edward David was born. Othel worked at many jobs such as a electrician, doing wiring in homes, carpentry and in the local stone quarry. One of his many carpentry jobs was helping build the Valley Center Church. He also worked as a janitor at Angelica for over 11 years before he retired. He passed his love and knowledge of farming down to his son Edward. Othel was talented and could do most any job that needed to be done from electrical, mechanical and carpentry. He loved to tinker and Þx broken items, such as radios. Othel is preceded in death by his parents, Edd and Lottie, his wife Eathyl, and a daughter-in-law Fern German. Othel is survived by his son Edward and wife Patti German of Hartshorn; two step-grandsons, Brian Wilson and wife M.J. of Mtn. View, Mo., Randle Carpenter of Hartshorn, Mo.; and three step-great grandchildren, Brenden, Ciera and Brandon Wilson; and a host of friends. Services were held on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at Valley Center Baptist Church in Hartshorn, Mo. at 2 p.m. with Rev. Albert Steelman officiating. Interment was in Valley Center Cemetery under the direction of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville. [Courtesy of The Current Wave.]
JEAN PATTON MARTIN GIBERSON - Passed away peacefully with her family at her side in her home in Washoe Valley NV on Saturday, August 13, 2005. She was 82. Jean was born Zelma Jean PATTON on November 10, 1922 in Winona MO. She and her parents, Sadie and Ernie PATTON, and brothers Cecil and Bobby, who preceded her in death, moved west to Burbank CA. She graduated from Burbank High School and met her husband, Joseph E. MARTIN, Sr., who preceded her in death on July 17, 1957 in a boating accident at Zephyr Cove, Lake Tahoe NV. Joe and Jean had four children, Juliann, Joseph E., Jr., Jeffery B., and James L. MARTIN. After Joe’s death, Jean later married Ray GIBERSON, who preceded her in death in 1985. Surviving are daughter Juliann WEIR and husband Don, Sr., Joseph E. and wife Nan MARTIN; Jeffery B. and wife Lynn MARTIN; and James L. MARTIN; grandchildren Dr. Brooke and Pete SANDOVAL; Amy and Ron BARLEY; Mandy and Daniel NICHOLSON; Tod Joseph MARTIN; Amy and Jeffery MARTIN and Marion KIMBLE; great grandchildren Shannon Alyssa NICHOLSON; Tyrel BARLEY and Malissa SANDOVAL; also several nieces and nephews, and many friends. A memorial service was held on August 27, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Carson City NV. In lieu of flowers, Mom would want you to show your respect to her by showing compassion to your friends and neighbors; take care of a friend of someone in need. Buy some groceries or take them shopping. Provide a helping hand to someone who needs a friend or a Mom. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the nurses and caregivers at Washoe Medical Center (ER, OR, Dialysis & Station 32) for the fine and loving care they gave our Mom. Also, Circle of Life Hospice for their fine and compassionate care. Sources for this information: The Current Wave, August 31, 2005.
Beverly Ann Howell Gill - Age 70, of Fenton, MO, was born in St. Louis, MO on April 9, 1942 to Fred and Thela Howell. Beverly passed away in her home in Fenton, MO on March 19, 2013. She graduated from School of the Ozarks in May 1960. Beverly was blessed with three sisters and three brothers; Brenda of St. Louis, MO, Patricia of St. Louis, MO, Freddie of Eminence, MO, Michael of Eminence, MO, Bill of Illion, NY, and Barbara. Beverly was beloved wife of late Charles Gill. She is survived by one son, Bradley of St. Louis, MO; three daughters, Alberta of Lansing, KS, Thela of St. Louis, MO, and Julia, also of St. Louis MO. She was the cherished grandmother of five grandchildren and the great-grandmother of three. Beverly spent her life in the healthcare field caring for others. Proceeding her in death were her parents Fred and Thela Howell, sister Barbara Howell-Henry, and her husband Charles Gill. The funeral service was held at 5 PM on March 23, 2013 at Jay B. Smith Funeral Home with Pastor James R. Beller officiating.
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RONALD LANGLEY
GOODIN 4 Jan 1930 - 09 Apr 2012 |
Ronald Langley Goodin was born January 4, 1930 at East St. Louis, IL the son of James Rupert Goodin and Leona (Langley) Goodin. He passed away April 9, 2012 at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, MO at the age of 82 years. He was united in marriage to Jane O’Mara on October 2, 2002 at Vanzant, MO. Ronald was preceded in death by his parents James and Leona Goodin. He is survived by his wife Jane Goodin of Birch Tree, MO; two sons James Goodin of Winona, MO and Abraham Goodin of Mission, TX; three daughters Vanessa Brown of Edinburg, TX, Rhonda Sweeney and husband Greg of McAllen, TX and Ruth Guerra and husband Carlos of Overland Park, KS; 8 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; and a host of other family and friends. Ronald enjoyed his goats, horse and his dog. He loved spending time with his family and friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. SERVICES: Friday, April 13, 2012 - 10:00AM - Church of God of Prophecy - Birch Tree, MO. INTERMENT: Oak Forest Cemetery, Birch Tree, MO
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FELIZ GONZALEZ – Age 75, of Van Buren, Missouri died Thursday, January 26 ,2006, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, after a lengthy illness, with his family at his side. Felix was born on March 25, 1930 in Veta Grande, in the state of Zacatecas, Mexico, to Francisco and Ysabela Gonzalez Lopez. After serving in the Mexican Army, he came to the United States in 1952, working on oil rigs with his uncle. He arrived in Van Buren, Missouri in 1954, where he was a self-employed water well driller for many years. He was a member of Jehovah's Witnesses. He enjoyed working hard, spending time with his family, fishing and gigging, and trips to his beloved farmland in Mexico. He was well known for his unique personality and sense of humor. On April 3, 1957, he married Helen Marie Keeney in Albany, Kentucky. She survives. Other survivors include four children and their families, Greg Gonzalez and wife, Julia, Ricky Gonzalez, Tina Reed and husband, Stuart, all of Van Buren, Missouri, Teresa West and husband, John, of Springfield, Missouri; three sisters, and a host of other relatives of Zacatecas, Mexico, 8 grandchildren, Cara Gonzalez, Clayton Gonzalez, Raquel Gonzalez, Tori Gonzalez, Derek West, Kasey West, Luke Reed, And Zoie Gonzalez, and one great-grandson, Cayden Baker. Family and friends in both countries also survive him. His parents and three brothers preceded him in death. Visitation was held on Saturday, January 28 at the McSpadden Funeral home in Van Buren, Missouri. A memorial will be held on Sunday, January 29 at 1:00 pm at the funeral home. A private burial will take place in the Van Buren Cemetery at a later date. [Courtesy of The Current Wave.]
LINDELL RAY GORE - Son of Jeannette and Cecil GORE, was born December 11, 1960 in St. Louis MO. He departed this life at Birch Tree MO at the age of 21 years, 6 months and 20 days. Lindell is survived by his mother, Jeannette (PIERCE) GORE of Birch Tree; his father Cecil and stepmother, Judy GORE, of High Ridge MO; one sister, Janet MORRIS of Dexheim GERMANY; one half brother, Michael, and one half sister, Jamie, of High Ridge MO; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Doyle PIERCE, of Birch Tree MO; Mr. and Mrs. Ansil GORE, of Mountain View MO; one special niece, Becky MORRIS, and one brother-in-law, Joe MORRIS. Also surviving are several aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and a host of friends. Lindell accepted Christ as his personal Savior and was baptized and united with Oak Grove Baptist Church several months ago. Sources for this information: The Current Wave. [Burial Oak Grove Cemetery]
BERTIE PAULINE BARNES GOSNELL - Born April 11, 1914 in New Liberty, MO to Jake Boston BARNES and Cora Jane (JONES) BARNES. She passed away on April 3, 1999 at the age of 84 years. She was united in marriage to William Arthur GOSNELL on August 8, 1931 at Rev. Jess STORY’s home near Turkey Oak. Arthur preceded her in death on January 23, 1979. Pauline is also preceded in death by her parents; five brothers, Willis, Odas, Alfred, Elvis, and Robert William BARNES; two sisters, Altha WILLIAMS and Edna PULLIAM. She is survived by one son, Melvin GOSNELL of Independence, MO; one daughter, Elsie PATTERSON of Birch Tree, MO; one brother, Virgil BARNES of Birch Tree, MO; two grandsons, Terry PATTERSON and Barry GOSNELL; three great grandchildren, Julie LEDGERWOOD, C.J. PATTERSON, and Melissa GOSNELL; and two great great-grandchildren, Shaina and Erica LEDGERWOOD. Pauline was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy since 1930. She will be sadly missed by everyone who knew and loved her. Funeral services were held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, April 6, 1999 at the Church of God of Prophecy in Birch Tree, with Rev. Calvin JONES and Rev. Garry REAGAN officiating. Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Duncan Funeral Home of Birch Tree. Sources for this information: The Current Wave.
BLANCHE HARROD GOSNELL - Daughter of George Washington HARROD and Martha Ann GREER, was born January 21, 1891 at Greer in Oregon Co MO, and passed away suddenly with a heart attack at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, August 29, 1972, at the age of 81 years, 7 months and 8 days. She was married to Jesse GOSNELL on April 11, 1909, and to this union three sons were born: Ray and Arthur, of Birch Tree MO; and Tom, of Silverton OR. Her husband Jesse passed away on July 6, 1969. Blanche was a very devoted wife and mother and a good neighbor; a very helpful person in sickness, always ready to assist at any time she was needed. She was a very Special Person and a friend to everyone. She prayed through to old time salvation in 1931, and later became a member of the Church of God of Prophecy and remained a faithful member through the years. She loved being a member of the Body of Christ. She gave without question, in any cause that would help the work of the Lord to go forward, in helping get the message of salvation to all nations. She will be sadly missed by her three sons and their wives, 8 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren; 2 brothers, Joe HARROD of Vale OR; and Lyle HARROD, of Astoria OR; 3 sisters, Lydia MITCHELL and Edith SMOTHERMAN, of Birch Tree MO, and Esther BARKLEY, of Winona MO; and also many relatives and friends. Blanche GOSNELL was interred in Oak Grove Cemetery in Birch Tree MO. Sources for this information: The Current Wave.
JESSE S. GOSNELL - Son of George and Evelyn GOSNELL, was born November 4, 1890 in Oregon County near Alton, and passed away at his home in Birch Tree at 3 p.m. Sunday afternoon, July 6, 1969, at the age of 78 years, 8 months and 2 days. He was united in marriage to Blanche HARROD April 11, 1909. To this union three sons were born: Ray and Arthur of Birch Tree MO and Tom of Silverton OR. Jesse moved with his family to the Banner community in 1925 on his farm; spent a few years after 1936 in Wyoming and Colorado working in the timber and then returned to the farm in Shannon County and remained there until his retirement in 1959; he then moved to Birch Tree. In his earlier years he was a person you could depend on in sickness. He had different remedies and ideas to make you more comfortable. He has helped make many caskets and prepare bodies for burial. In visits to his home he always loaded people down with vegetables and fruit; he just didn’t let them get away without something. He picked many gallons of berries to give to people. He thought lots of his family, and was always ready to assist them any way he could. In 1932 he received the experience of salvation and lived a dedicated life for a few years but wandered away from the Lord. Although some of his bad habits he never took up again; he was a firm believer in people living up to their profession. In November of 1968 he suffered a stroke and had been disabled since that time. His reply to the all important question, “Have you gotten saved during your illness?” was “Yes.” He had changed so much from the beginning of his illness and the last few months he wasn’t aware of things about him, but he remained very peaceable. He will be sadly missed by his wife, his three sons and their wives, eight grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren; three brothers: Bert of Tulsa OK; Dow of Wellington CO; and Mart of Dexter MO; one sister, Mrs. Mae DAVIS of Alton MO; and all the relatives and friends. Sources for this information: The Current Wave. [Burial Oak Grove Cemetery]
RAY FRANK GOSNELL - Eldest son of Jesse S. GOSNELL and Blanche (HARROD) GOSNELL was born January 4, 1910 at Winona MO. The family resided in Oregon County for a time, then moved to a farm near Birch Tree, in the Banner school district. Ray attended ‘Nebo’ school in Oregon County and Banner school in Shannon County. Ray, his father and two brothers, Arthur and Tom, did some farming but spent several years in timber work, here in Shannon County and in Montana and Colorado. Ray married Juanita SMOTHERMAN, daughter of Thomas P. and Addie (CHANEY) SMOTHERMAN, on July 25, 1937. At the time of their marriage, Ray was engaged in timber work hauling ties and lumber at Fraser CO. They lived in several sawmill camps from 1937 to 1944, mainly in Colorado – Weston, Livermore, Gould, Walden, King’s Canyon, also in Elk Mountain WY. They moved from King’s Canyon CO in December, 1944 to the William BRADFORD farm in the Oak Grove community. The order of the day on the farm was milking cows and feeding hogs. They sold their dairy herd in May 1976. Ray was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, and his wife, Juanita. He is survived by three sons, Donald E. GOSNELL of Millington TN; Kenneth R. GOSNELL of High Ridge MO; and Robert D. GOSNELL of Willow Springs MO; one daughter, Carol A. HANEY of Rogersville MO; and seven grandchildren. Ray became a Christian at a young age and was baptized. He and his family attended Oak Grove Baptist Church for several years. Ray departed this life on October 27, 1992 at Willow Springs MO at the age of 82 years. He was initiated into the Delphian Lodge #137 in Birch Tree in September of 1955. Funeral services were held Friday, October 30, 1992 at 10 a.m. in the Duncan Funeral Chapel at Mountain View with Rev. Calvin JONES officiating. Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery at Birch Tree under the direction of Duncan Funeral Home of Mountain View. Sources for this information: The Current Wave.
ROBERT DWAYNE GOSNELL 'BOB'  23 Apr 1948 - 3 Nov 2013 |
A Celebration of Life for Robert Gosnell will be held Saturday November 9, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Pomona Christian Church, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Just before the dawning of a new day, Robert Dwane Gosnell heard the words, “Well done my good and faithful servant.” On Sunday, November 3, 2013 he moved to Heaven to join his Lord and Savior. He was greeted by his beloved parents and other family and friends who went before him. Bob was born on the family dairy farm, April 23, 1948, to his parents Ray and Juanita Gosnell of Birch Tree, Missouri. It was this dairy farm where Bob learned the values of faith, family, hard work and living off the land. He applied these principles in his daily life and shared them throughout his 30 years of service as a UPS delivery driver. He was a graduate of Birch Tree High School, Class of 1966. He served in the Vietnam War conflict, receiving the Bronze Star Medal during combat. After the war, he returned to the family farm and continued his passion for automotive repair and restoration. Always known for having multiple projects going at once, he spent many hours in his automotive hobby shop. His last two projects were restoring a 1957 Chevy Pickup for his eldest grandson, and a 1966 Chevy Pickup for his younger grandson. He had many natural gifts and talents, and was known by many people throughout the area, as an automotive mentor and a “Chevy” man. He began each day reading his Bible and offering prayer for his family, friends, country and anyone else in need. He had a humble spirit and lived by the verse “Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it” Proverbs 22:6. He was known as never wanting to pass up an opportunity to share God’s love, and frequently picked up hitchhikers along the road in order to offer that blessing and have the opportunity to share his faith in the Lord with others. He is survived by his loving wife Cheryl of 43 years; two daughters, Tobie Self and husband Aaron of Keller, Texas and Tessa Sater and husband Chris of Eureka, Missouri; two grandsons, Logan and Blake Self; two brothers and one sister, Kenneth Gosnell and wife Carmen of High Ridge, Missouri, Donald Gosnell and wife Stella Marie of Millington, Tennessee, and Carol Benzen and Thomas of Pocahontas, Arkansas; along with many other cherished nieces and nephews; and never to be forgotten, his beloved dog, Gracie. Bob was a member of the Pomona Christian Church, always willing to lend a helping hand and serve the Lord with gladness. He faithfully supported many charities and organizations, those dearest to his heart were: Ozark Food Harvest (http://ozarksfoodharvest.org/), Spirit FM Radio (http://spiritfm.com/), American Family Association (http://www.afa.net/), RAFFA House (http://raffahouse.org/), Pomona Christian Church Building Fund, Youth Group, and Orphan Care Ministry (http://www.pomonachristian.com/), and the Oak Grove Cemetery in Birch Tree, Missouri. One of his many missions in life was giving to others before taking anything for himself. He personally requested donations be made to any of these charities in lieu of flowers. Memorial contributions may be left at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. A brief visitation will precede the Celebration at 9:00 a.m. at Pomona Christian Church. Interment will be at a later date in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Birch Tree, Missouri. Bob will be forever missed and live in our hearts each and every day, through his foundation of faith in the Lord he so carefully has laid before us. |
WILLIAM ARTHUR GOSNELL – Second eldest son of Jesse and Blanche (HARROD) GOSNELL, was born September 4, 1911 at Birch Tree MO, and passed away at 1 a.m. January 23, 1979, at his home in Birch Tree, of a heart attack. His age was 67 years, 4 months and 19 days. He was united in marriage to Pauline BARNES on August 8, 1931. They had a daughter, Elsie Mae, and a son, Melvin Doyle, that blessed their home. He loved his family and provided well for them. His father and mother are deceased. His immediate family is his wife, Pauline, daughter Elsie, son Melvin, two grandsons, Terry and Barry, two great grandchildren, Julie and Curtis James, son- in-law Curtis, and grand daughter-in-law Belva; also two brothers, Ray and Tom, and so many other relatives and friends. We will miss him so much, but feel he is at home where he will never know suffering again. He fought a good fight, we feel he has won. Sources for this information: The Current Wave.[Burial Oak Grove Cemetery]
HARRY ‘PHILIP’ GRABIEL - Funeral services for Harry ‘Philip’ GRABIEL, 83, Birch Tree, will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 16, 2002, at First Baptist Church in Birch Tree MO, with the Rev. John BIRKHEAD and Rev. Jim KIRKENDALL officiating, under the direction of Yarber Mortuary of Mountain View. Mr. GRABIEL died Wednesday, February 13, 2002, at St. Francis Hospital in Mountain View. He was born July 20, 1918, at Portageville MO, the son of Harry and Mae (HOLMAN) GRABIEL. He moved to Birch Tree as a teenager, where he graduated from high school. On November 12, 1938, he was married at Birch Tree to Helen KIRKENDALL. As a proud Navy veteran of World War II, he helped found American Legion Post 509. He was actively involved in the betterment of the community, serving in many capacities, recognized in numerous ways. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Birch Tree. Philip retired from the U. S. Postal Service as a rural letter carrier in 1982. He received a great deal of satisfaction each Christmas season with his Christmas lights and decorations. He was preceded in death by his parents, his stepmother, Lela; and one brother, Russell GRABIEL. Survivors include his wife, Helen GRABIEL, Birch Tree; one daughter, Susan JOPLIN and husband Jim, Marshfield MO; two sons, John GRABIEL and wife Connie, Rolla MO, and Carl GRABIEL and wife Michelle, Independence MO; one sister-in- law, Julia GRABIEL, Huntingdon TN; eight grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Oak Forest Cemetery under the direction of Yarber Mortuary. Sources for this information: West Plains Daily Quill, February 14, 2002.
CHESTER V. GRANDSTAFF – Age 79, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away January 16, 2006. He was born November 24, 1926 and lived in Birch Tree, Missouri until he married Bonita in 1950, and then was drafted in the Army and sent to Korea. He served his country in the U.S. Army, 3rd Infantry division, returning to the U.S., when he and Bonita moved to Kansas City in 1952. He began working for General Motors, Fairfax, Kansas in 1952, and retired in January 1987. In the fall of 1987, he began working for the Gladstone Walmart Store and continued there until December 2005. Chester was preceded in death by his parents Arthur and Rosetta Grandstaff and his son, Marc A. Grandstaff I, in 1983. He is survived by his wife Bonita of the home, a daughter, Mona Althea Roberts and husband Don Roberts. Grandsons, Jason Grandstaff and Joshua Grandstaff and wife, Michelle. Great grandsons, Marc A. Grandstaff II, Joshua D. Grandstaff and Benjamin K. Grandstaff and one brother Donald L. Grandstaff. Chester was a kind, caring, and loving husband, father, grandpa, great grandpa and brother. He will be deeply missed by so many that loved him. Visitation was held on Monday, January 23, 2006 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am and funeral services were at 11:30 am at D.W. Newcomer's Sons White Chapel Funeral Home in Gladstone, Missouri. Friends may make contributions to the American Heart Association or the Community Blood Bank. (Arr: D.W. Newcomer's Sons White Chapel Funeral Home, 6600 N. Antioch Road, Gladstone, Missouri 64119 Phone (816)452-8419) [Courtesy of The Current Wave.]
DANNY RAY GRANDSTAFF - Born November 7, 1965 at Alton, Missouri to James Grandstaff and Donna (Greer) Grandstaff. Danny passed away June 4, 2006 at St. Francis Hospital in Mountain View, Missouri at the age of 40 years. Danny was united in marriage to Julie Rana (Thompson) Grandstaff on December 7, 1985 and to this union three children were born Jerry Ray Grandstaff, Kendra Rose Grandstaff and Austin Ruel Grandstaff. Danny is preceded in death by his sister Shelley Rene Grandstaff, his father James Merle Grandstaff, his grandfather Dewey Greer, grandparents Merle and Frances Grandstaff. Danny is survived by his wife Julie Grandstaff of Birch Tree, Missouri; his three children Jerry Grandstaff of Mountain View, Missouri; Kendra Grandstaff of Birch Tree, Missouri and Austin Grandstaff of Birch Tree, Missouri; his mother Donna Grandstaff of Birch Tree, Missouri; his sister Stacy Alcorn and husband Travis of Birch Tree, Missouri; and his grandmother Cordell Greer of Birch Tree, Missouri. Danny had seven nieces and nephews who meant the world to him. His whole life was family and friends. Knowing him meant loving him. He loved the outdoors, fishing and hunting. Graveside services were held Monday, June 12, 2006 at Oak Grove Cemetery in Birch Tree, Missouri under the direction of the Duncan Funeral Home in Birch Tree, Missouri. The family has requested that donations be made at the Birch Tree Bank in lieu of flowers to help with funeral expenses. [Courtesy of The Current Wave.]
DONALD LEE GRANDSTAFF 14 Nov 1933 - 31 Jan 2013 |
Donald Lee Grandstaff was born November 14, 1933 in Birch Tree, MO the son of James Arthur Grandstaff and Rosetta (Perkins) Grandstaff. He passed away on January 31, 2013 at his home in Aurora, MO at the age of 79 years. He was united in marriage to Hazel Chaney on December 21, 1957 in Birch Tree, MO. Donald is preceded in death by his parents Arthur and Rosetta Granstaff; and one brother Chester Grandstaff. He is survived by his wife Hazel of Aurora, MO; one son Michael Don Grandstaff and wife Sally of Koshkonong, MO; 1 grandchild Vanessa Barton and husband Billy of Ironton, MO; 1 great grandchild Bria Barton of Ironton, MO; 4 step grandchildren Anne Rigsby of Searcy, AR, Scott Michael of Doniphan, MO, Charlotte Millyard of Aurora, MO and Paula Pundsack of Doniphan, MO; 11 step great grandchildren Cheyenne and Emily both of Aurora, MO, O.J, Hallie, Andrea, Brittany, Brianna all of Searcy, AR, Randy Jeremy, Josh and Toby all of Doniphan, MO; 4 great great grandchildren Corbin, Joseph, Riley, Aleah all of Searcy, AR; and a host of other family and friends. Donald enjoyed fishing and Bass Tournaments. He loved watching TV and sports. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. |
EDWARD G. GRANDSTAFF – Died Nov 15, 1932. Edward Garfield GRANDSTAFF was struck by an automobile and instantly killed on State Highway 10, about a half mile west of Perry KS, Tuesday morning. GRANDSTAFF had started from home on the TRANT farm, at about 8 o'clock, and was walking along the highway, and a car driven by W. E. ELLIS, traveling in the same direction, struck him, GRANDSTAFF's body was hurled to the pavement. At the time a snow storm was raging and it is thought GRANDSTAFF had his ears muffled and did not hear the approaching car. After striking GRANDSTAFF, ELLIS stopped his car and hailed other cars to have them notify doctors and officers. He assisted in every way possible and stayed in Perry until he was exonerated by the coroner. ELLIS's version of the accident was that he saw GRANDSTAFF walking east and at about the center of the concrete slab. He appeared to have his hands in his pockets. Ellis blew his horn first and then blew a whistle attached to the exhaust pipe. GRANDSTAFF continued walking and in an instant before the car reached him GRANDSTAFF turned his head to look at the car and at the same time apparently stepped in front of it. There were no witnesses. The body was taken to KUHL's store and Sheriff AULL notified. Upon arriving here the coroner was called. He found that the accident was unavoidable and Ellis exonerated. GRANDSTAFF 's neck and both legs were broken. The remains were taken to PEEBLERS undertaking parlor in Topeka. Mr. ELLIS is connected with the Mead Investment Company of Topeka and a brother-in-law of Governor PAULEN. He carried casualty insurance and a representative of that company was here during the investigation. Edward G. GRANDSTAFF was born in Shannon County, Mo., January 12, 1885, where he had continuously resided until five years ago when he moved with his family to Perry. He was married to Maude REMBY 22 years ago. He is survived by widow, ten children, Clarence, Velma, Delmar, Melvin, Marvin, Ruby, Mildred, Milton, and Marguerite, all of the home; five brothers, Louis GRANDSTAFF, Salem Mo.; Clarence, Arthur, Oran and Ernest GRANDSTAFF of Birch Tree, Mo.; three sisters, Mrs. Myrtle FRY, and Mrs. Gladys PHELPS, Birch Tree, Mo., and Mrs. S. R. MEEKS, Perry. Funeral will be held at 2 o'clock this afternoon at the Methodist Church, a Mr. Ross of Kansas City to officiate. Burial will be in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Note: Alternate date of birth is Feb. 6, 1886. Sources for this information: Willa Grandstaff Norwood, granddaughter.
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ELIZA ELLEN NORRIS GRANDSTAFF  4 Oct. 1865 - 9 Jan 1929 |
Eliza Ellen Norris was born 4 Oct. 1865 in Aid Twp Lawrence Co OH. She was the sixth child and fifth daughter of Joseph and Mary Frances (HARRISON) NORRIS. On 31 August 1884 Ellen married John Howard GRANDSTAFF at her father’s home on Mill Creek, Carter Co MO. Rev. William SARTIN officiated. Ellen and John raised their family in Carter and Shannon Counties. In later years they lived in the Low Wassie community east of Winona, MO near her sister Mary Catherine’s family. Their children were: Edward, married Maude REMBY; Cora married 1) Joe COPELAND; 2) Shirley MEEKS; Louis Leroy married Cora SARTIN; Clarence married 1) Flossie ALLEN; 2) Goldie SUMMERS; 3) Florence MURPHY; Myrtle married Tal FRY; Ernest married 1) Louella DEVORE; 2) Mary MURPHY; John Oran married Opal Anthal OLIVER; James Arthur married Rosetta PERKINS; and Gladys married 1) Edward DEVORE; 2) Goldman PHELPS. Ellen died 9 Jan 1929 and was buried near their farm in the Low Wassie Community, now called Clark-Whitworth Cemetery. John Howard followed his wife in death on 31 Dec 1937. He is buried beside her.
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FRANCES MARIE JOHNSON GRANDSTAFF  26 Jun 1923 - 03 Aug 2002 |
Frances Marie Johnson Grandstaff died August 3, 2002 after a lengthy illness, at the Birch View Nursing Home in Birch Tree, MO. She was 79 years old. Frances was born June 26, 1923 at Birch Tree, MO to Joseph and Josephine JOHNSON. She was married to Merle GRANDSTAFF on February 26, 1939. To this union six children were born. They are Reva MILEY, of Winona; Lynda BARNES, of Birch Tree; Kenneth GRANDSTAFF of Eminence; Gerald GRANDSTAFF of Oklahoma; and James GRANDSTAFF and Lola SIMS, who preceded her in death. She is survived by four children, 10 grand children, 12 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. After the death of her husband in 1973 Frances returned to school and received a license in nursing. She worked for several years caring for the elderly. Frances loved to travel and was able to travel throughout the United States and Europe. She loved to cook, quilt and do for others. She will be so missed by all who loved her. Visitation was held Tuesday, August 6 at the Birch Tree Funeral Home. Burial immediately followed at the Berea Mennonite Cemetery in Birch Tree. Arrangements were under the direction of the Duncan Funeral Home.
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FREDA EILEEN MCAFEE NORRIS GRANDSTAFF  9 Aug 1930 - 12 Jun 2017 |
Freda Eileen McAfee Norris Grandstaff was born on Rogers Creek in Carter County, Missouri on August 9, 1930, to James Lincoln and Myrtle Bowen McAfee. She departed this life June 12, 2017, on Mill Creek in Shannon County, MO at the age of 86. She graduated eighth grade from Mill Creek School in Carter County, MO, and she later acquired her high school GED diploma. She was united in marriage to her childhood sweetheart, and the love of her life, Harmon "Jake" Gabe Norris on September 20, 1952 in Pocahontas, AR. To this union their daughter was born, Connie Diane, on September 25, 1955. After the loss of her husband Jake, on December 7, 1993, she later married her loving husband Lester "Buck" Howard Grandstaff on May 10, 1997 at Mill Creek, MO. Freda leaves to mourn her daughter, Connie Diane (Oscar) Fears of Winona, MO; grandsons Hunter Norris (Audrey) Fears of West Plains, MO and Chance Gabe (Beth Anne) Fears of Winona, MO; great grandson Easton Ean; brother Lynn (Velma) McAfee of Winona, MO; sister Lucille West of Fremont, MO; stepchildren Barb (Kenny) Cowen, Teresia Huddleston, and Richard (Nikki) Grandstaff all of Birch Tree, MO, John (Debbie) Grandstaff of Willow Springs, MO, and Velma (Mike) Russell of Winona, MO, along with eleven step grandchildren and eighteen step great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband Harmon; her father Link; her mother Myrtle, her brothers Wilbur and Roy McAfee; her sisters Pauline Bell, Helen Norris, Evelyn Atkins, and Emmalou Redman.Throughout their lives together, Freda and Jake farmed raising farrowing hogs and feeder cattle. She was an outstanding cook, and known for her chicken and dumplings, dressing, homemade cobblers, and pies. Freda and Jake also attended Horner Church, where they sang gospel songs. The song they were well known to sing together was 'Working on a Building', while Freda played along on her guitar. Her son-in-law, Oscar, later bought her a piano, which she taught herself to play. Music was a big part of her life. She was often found reading her Bible, which was given to her by her dad 58 years ago and she still had at the time of her death. Her Bible was well worn, and her most treasured material possession in life. She found solace and guidance in God's word, and never doubted where her salvation lay.Freda met Buck while attending the same church. Their first date was a picnic to Elephant Rocks State Park. In later life when she and Buck were married, they enjoyed traveling the country, camping, and visiting with family and friends. They shared 20 very happy and enjoyable years together.The joys of her life were her two grandsons, Hunter and Chance. Then, in later years, her great grandson Easton became the one thing that gave her the most happiness in life. Her eyes lit up every time he entered the room. They had a bond that was so very special and rarely seen. As a wife, mother, and grandmother she was unsurpassed. She not only nurtured and loved her immediate family; she did the same with siblings, nieces, nephews, and friends. She has now gone to be with her Lord and Savior, and knew without a doubt her eternity was secure. Interment at Horner Cemetery. |
Hazel Marie CHANEY Grandstaff was born November 7, 1939 in Ink, MO the daughter of Ray Edward Chaney and Edith May (Garrett) Chaney. She passed away on May 12, 2015 in Koshkonong, MO at the age of 75 years. She was united in marriage to Donald Lee Grandstaff on December 21, 1957 in Birch Tree, MO. Hazel is preceded in death by her parents Ray and Edith Chaney; two brothers Bud Chaney and Jim Chaney; and two sisters Madge Sechrest and Susie Hicks. She is survived by one son Michael Don Grandstaff and wife Sally of Koshkonong, MO; one brother Edward Chaney and wife Reva of Birch Tree, MO; one sister Helen Carroll of Purdy, MO; 1 grandchild Vanessa Barton and husband Billy of Ironton, MO; 2 great grandchildren Bria Barton and Blake Barton Both of Ironton, MO; 4 step grandchildren Anne Rigsby of Searcy, AR, Scott Michael of Doniphan, MO, Charlotte Millyard of Aurora, MO and Paula Pundsack of Doniphan, MO; 11 step great grandchildren Cheyenne and Emily both of Aurora, MO, O.J, Hallie, Andrea, Brittany, Brianna all of Searcy, AR, Randy Jeremy, Josh and Toby all of Doniphan, MO; 7 great great grandchildren Corbin, Joseph, Riley, Aleah, Ember, Hayden and Layton all of Searcy, AR; several nieces and nephews; and a host of other family and friends. Hazel worked for many years at the Justin Boot Factory in Cassville, MO and retired as a floor lady. Hazel was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Republic, MO. She enjoyed baking cakes and was well known as the “Cake Lady”. She liked to go fishing and enjoyed visiting with family and friends. Hazel will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Visitation will be held Friday, May 15, 2015 from 12PM - 1PM at the Duncan Funeral Chapel in Birch Tree, MO. Funeral services will be held Friday, May 15, 2015 at 1PM at the Duncan Funeral Chapel in Birch Tree, MO. Interment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery in Birch Tree, MO.
JAMES MERLE ‘JIM’ GRANDSTAFF - Born to ‘Merle’ Alvin and ‘Frances’ Marie (JOHNSON) GRANDSTAFF in Shannon Co MO on April 21, 1947, and departed this life on February 14, 1995, at the age of 47 years. He was preceded in death by his father Merle and an infant daughter, Shelly. Jim was a member of the Birch Tree United Methodist Church. Jim is survived by his wife, Donna (GREER) GRANDSTAFF, his children Danny and Julie GRANDSTAFF and Stacy GRANDSTAFF; five grandchildren, Jerry, Stoney, Kendra, Austin and Kerah. He is also survived by his mother, Frances, of Birch Tree MO; his brothers and sisters, Lola SIMMS and Jerry GRANDSTAFF of Oklahoma; Reva MILEY of Eminence MO; Kenny GRANDSTAFF and Linda BARNES of Birch Tree; and a host of loving in-laws, nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Funeral services were held February 17, 1995 at the United Methodist Church in Birch Tree with Rev. Carolyn COLE officiating. Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Duncan Funeral Home of Birch Tree. Sources for this information: The Current Wave.
Lester Euell Grandstaff, Sr. 'Hap'  09 Feb 1924 - 26 May 2011 |
Lester Euell 'Hap' Grandstaff, Sr. was born February 9, 1924 at Low Wassie, Missouri, the son of Ernest and Mauda Luella Devore Grandstaff. He departed this life on May 26, 2011 at St. John’s Hospital, Springfield, Missouri at the age of 87 years. He was united in marrage to Lena May Routh on August 26, 1946. Hap was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lena; and three grandchildren, Danny, Jacob, and Candy. He is survived by his children, Betty Ann Dungan of Leavenworth, KS, Ethel Rutledge and husband, Glen, of Birch Tree; Connie Womack and husband, Cecil, of Birch Tree; Lester E. 'Sonny' Grandstaff, Jr. and wife, Glenda, of Idaho, Vickie Day of Birch Tree, Dennis Grandstaff of Birch Tree, and Brenda Huddleston, of Birch Tree; one brother, Ernest Grandstaff, Jr. and wife, Wendy, of Kansas City; two sisters, Etta Lyman and husband, Bub, of Shawnee, KS and Margie Rangel and husband, Leonard, of Shawnee Mission, KS; eighteen grandchildren, 42 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren. Hap received his nickname from Doc Davis because he was always happy and had a friendly smile. He was a member of Midvale Church in Summersville, MO. Hap served his country during World War II in the United States Army. He later worked for the U.S. Forestry Service for several years. Hap was an avid gospel music fan. He enjoyed going to singings, playing his guitar and mandolin, and reading his Bible. He never met a stranger and will be greatly missed by family and friends.
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Marvin Eugene Grandstaff, 66, passed away March 22, 2013 at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka, KS. Marvin was born July 12, 1946 in Topeka, KS, to Charles and Willa (Klein) Grandstaff. Marvin honorably served in the Army National Guard, and retired from the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad in 2012 where he worked as a Machinist. One of his passions in life was farming and being involved in the Big Springs Community. Marvin was a member of Lodge 420 AF&AM as Secretary and Past Master, Scottish Rite and Arab Shrine where he was honored as Noble or the year in 2004, Director of the Scooters and had a great drive to support the Childrens Hospitals. His other great passion in life was his family and helping others. He is preceded in death by his wife Dianna (Confer) Grandstaff who passed away in August of 2012. He is survived by his daughter Dana (Richard) DeJaynes and his brothers Melvin (Janie) Grandstaff, Stephen Grandstaff, Leroy (Carol) Grandstaff, Gary (Gloria) Grandstaff, and sisters Carol (Mike) Stormer, Lois (Mark) Elmer, Linda (Bill) Espes. He has 2 grandchildren Jeff (Patti) and Patrick (Suzanne), and 4 great grandchildren Damion , Clifton, Kiera, and Lauren. Visitation for Marvin Grandstaff will be Monday, March 25, 2013 at Chapel Oaks Lawrence Funeral Chapel from 6:00 TO 8:00 P.M. Services will be at Big Springs United Methodist Church at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 26, 2013 with Graveside Immediately following.
MERLE ALVIN GRANDSTAFF - Son of William Clarence and Flossie (ALLEN) GRANDSTAFF was born Jan. 17, 1919 at Low Wassie, Mo. and departed this life on June 7, 1973, at Veterans’ Hospital in Poplar Bluff, Butler Co MO. On February 26, 1939 he married to Frances Marie JOHNSON and to this union 6 children were born, namely: Lola SIMS, Hillsboro, Mo.; Reva MILEY of Winona, Mo.; James GRANDSTAFF, Pottersville, Mo.; Kenneth GRANDSTAFF, of the home; Lynda BARNES, Birch Tree, MO.; and Gerald GRANDSTAFF, of the home. This home was also blessed with 7 grandchildren. Merle was baptized at an early age and in later years renewed his faith in the Lord. He was a loving and devoted husband and father. He was preceded in death by one sister and his mother. Besides his loving wife and sons and daughters, he leaves to mourn his passing; his father, Clarence GRANDSTAFF, also half-sisters; Mary BRADSHAW, of Birch Tree, MO.; Wanda RICHARDSON, Kansas City, MO., two sisters, Opal BATES of Las Vegas, Nevada, Lola MARTIN of Warrenton, Oregon, one brother, Oran GRANDSTAFF, who has made his life with Merle and family. He leaves also three uncles, a host of nephews and nieces, and other relatives and many friends. [Burial Berea Mennonite Cemetery]
OPAL ANTHAL OLIVER GRANDSTAFF - Daughter of the late John and Etta OLIVER, was born July 23, 1907 at Van Buren, Carter Co MO and departed this life July 16, 1968 at her home in Birch Tree Shannon Co MO at the age of 60 years 11 months and 23 days. She was united in marriage to John Oren GRANDSTAFF on May 24, 1923. To this union six children were born: four daughters, Mrs. Elree RUTLEDGE and Mrs. George SARTIN of Birch Tree Shannon Co MO; Mrs. Johnny Ivan COOLEY and Mrs. Ernie YEARWOOD of Winona Shannon Co MO; two sons, Lester Howard GRANDSTAFF of Birch Tree Shannon Co MO and Vester Leroy GRANDSTAFF of West Plains Howell Co MO. She accepted Christ as her Saviour many years ago and united with the Birch Tree Baptist Church where she remained a faithful member until death. She was preceded in death by one great grandchild. She leaves to mourn her passing her husband of the home in Birch Tree; the six children, 28 grandchildren, five great grandchildren, one sister, Mrs. Ruby SHELBY of San Francisco CA; one brother, Leonard OLIVER, also of California; many other relatives and a great host of friends. She was a faithful and loving wife, mother and grandmother, and will be sadly missed. Her greatest desire was to see her children and their families serve the same God she served, and for them all to meet her in Heaven. Funeral services were conducted Friday, July 19, 1968 at 1:00 p.m. in the Birch Valley Baptist Church with Rev. H. BERRY, Rev. ____(unclear), and Dr. K. O’BANION officiating. Interment was in the Oak Forest Cemetery, Birch Tree, Shannon Co MO. All arrangements were under the direction of the Duncan Funeral Home of Birch Tree and Mountain View MO.
ORAN OSCAR GRANDSTAFF - Son of William ‘Clarence’ GRANDSTAFF and Flossie (ALLEN) GRANDSTAFF, was born at Low Wassie Shannon Co MO on October 15, 1917. He departed this life Sunday, December 21, 1975 at Poplar Bluff Butler Co MO, at the age of 58 years, 2 months and 6 days. He served in the Armed Forces of this country for five years during World War II. He was a resident of Shannon County for most of his life. He was baptized into the First Baptist Church recently. He was preceded in death by his mother, Flossie GRANDSTAFF, one sister, Nadine LEE, one brother, Merle GRANDSTAFF. He leaves to mourn his passing, his father, Clarence GRANDSTAFF, his stepmother, Florence (ROUTH) GRANDSTAFF, fours sisters, Opal BATES, of Las Vegas NV, Lola MARTIN, of Warrenton OR, Mary BRADSHAW, of Birch Tree MO, Wanda RICHISON, of Birch Tree MO; two stepbrothers, two stepsisters, a host of uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. Sources for this information: The Current Wave [Burial at Oak Forest Cemetery].
LELAND THOMAS GRANT
- Born November 24, 1903 in Polk Co MO, the youngest son of Charles and Sarah
(CURL) GRANT, and departed this life February 11, 1984 at Doctor’s Hospital in
Poplar Bluff at the age of eighty years. He was married to June G. HOLLIS of
Fremont MO on March 23, 1932 in Springfield MO. He is survived by his wife; two
daughters, Lelia June SMITH of Seattle WA, and Mary Lou MARCUS of Ventura CA;
three sons, Dale GRANT of Bowie MD, Raymond GRANT of Richmond VA, and Donald
GRANT of Groveport OH; one sister, Gladys FORGEY of Fair Play MO; twenty-one
grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and many
friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and two brothers.
He had lived in the Washington DC area from 1934 until 1975. He was employed for
many years by the Railway Express Agency. He and his wife retired in 1975 and
moved to Winona. Memorial services were held Wednesday, February 15 at 1:00 p.m.
at the Duncan Funeral Chapel in Winona with Brother Jack STEVENS officiating.
Burial was in the
Pleasant Site Cemetery at Fremont
under the direction of the Duncan Funeral Home of Mountain View. Sources
for this information: The Current Wave.
MARVIN LEE GRANT - Born May 1, 1935 at Monticello, AR the son
of Ida Lee Grant and departed this life on June 19, 1989 at Ozark Medical Center
in West Plains, MO at the age of 54 years. He was married to Linda Holloway on
February 26, 1966 at Fordyce, Arkansas and to this union four children were
born. He is survived by his parents, Ida Lee and step-father, Sherwood Lambert
of Fordyce, Arkansas; his wife, Linda, of the home; one son, Bobby Lee Grant and
wife, Lisa, of Fordyce, Arkansas; three daughters, Brenda Marlene Fears and
husband, Ronald, of Fordyce, Arkansas; Angela Danette Sartin and husband, Dan;
and Tracy Lynn Grant of Winona, MO; five sisters, Reba Elliott, Lovie Estes,
Jean Cornett, Bernice Counts, all of Fordyce, Arkansas; and Oneida Ballance of
Leola, Arkansas; five grandhildren, Mark, Michael, Brett, Jessica, and Joshua.
Marvin had attended Delaware Baptist Church. Funeral services were held Friday,
June 23, at 3:30 pm at Duncan Funeral Chapel at Winona with Rev. Victor Elliott
officiating. Interment was in
Pine Lawn Cemetery under the
direction of the Duncan Funeral Home of Winona.
TRACY LYNN GRANT - Born December 21, 1971 at Mountain View MO, the daughter of Marvin Lee and Linda Nadine (HOLLOWAY) GRANT. She passed away June 24, 1993, at Birch Tree MO, at the age of 21 years. She was preceded in death by her father, Marvin Lee GRANT, on June 19, 1989. She is survived by her mother, Linda, of the home in Winona MO; one brother, Bobby Lee and wife Anita of Winona MO; two sisters, Brenda Marlene FEARS and husband Ronald; and Angela Danette SARTIN and husband Danny, both of Fordyce AR; her grandmother, Ida Lee LAMBERT and step grandfather Sherwood LAMBERT of Fordyce AR; and several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Funeral services were held Monday, June 28, 1993, at the Duncan Funeral Chapel in Winona MO with Rev. Jim ESKEW officiating. Interment was in Pine Lawn Cemetery under the direction of the Duncan Funeral Home of Winona. Sources for this information: The Current Wave.
Thela Garland Epperson Graves - Age 87, Cassville, Missouri - She was born October 12, 1921 at Mountain View, Missouri to John and Dollie Epperson. Mrs. Graves died 10:50 a.m., Tuesday, April 14, 2009 in St. John’s Regional Health Center, Springfield, Missouri. She graduated from Mountain View High School, and on September 10, 1940, Thela was married at Mountain View, Missouri to Robert Douglas (Doug) Graves; and to this union four daughters were born. The Graves family owned and operated a family shoe store in Mountain View, Missouri for many years. Thela also owned and operated The Mountain View Ready-To-Wear. She was active in the Business and Professional Women in Mountain View and served as a Gray Lady at St. Francis Hospital. She had a very close relationship with her Saviour and loved to study God’s Word. Her love and devotion for her family was unfailing. She was a loving wife, mother and Mamie. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Thela is survived by one sister, Thelma Roush, West Plains, MO; one brother, Don Epperson, Blue Springs, MO; one son-in-law, Jerry Smith, Heber Spring, Arkansas; three daughters: Karen (Ron) Cafourek, Birch Tree, Missouri; Bertie (Dan) Bailey, Cassville, Missouri; and Jimmie (Dick) Moger, Springfield, Missouri; eleven grandchildren: Terri Neary, Tracy McNamera, Tammy Dennis, Shannon Cafourek, Mandy Stout, Paul Bailey, Beverly Baker, Jay Graves Bailey, Jamie Zastrow, Jill Carr and Donna Moger; and fourteen great-grandchildren: Tim, Robert Douglas, John, Jake, Cherise, Tanner, Conor, Jazlyn, Shalin, Jordan, Alec, Hunter, Noah Douglas and Caroline. Thela was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of sixty-one years; daughter, Donna Graves Smith; grandson, Mark Cafourek; four brothers and two sisters. Visitation was from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Thursday at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, April 17, 2009 at New Hope Baptist Church in Peace Valley, Missouri under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial was at New Hope Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’ s Hospital and mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
MICHAEL ANDREW GRAY - Beloved son of William GRAY and Mrs. Janis BECKER, and stepson of Rosalee GRAY, was born on September 1, 1963, and departed this life on November 28, 1974, along with his stepbrother, Dennis PYATT. Michael leaves to mourn his passing his father and stepmother, Mr. and Mrs. William GRAY, and mother, Mrs. Janis BECKER; two brothers, Willie and Sam GRAY; three sisters, Kathy, Patricia and Becky; also one stepbrother, Daniel PYATT; one stepsister, Kimberly PYATT, all of the home. He also leaves to mourn his passing his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Carl LAVALL, as well as his aunts and uncles. Although Michael was only 11 years old, he had many good friends and classmates who will sadly miss him. Sources for this information: The Current Wave.
ODIS ‘DINK’ GRAY - Age 80, Winona, passed away Feb. 24, 1993. He was born Feb. 27, 1912, the son of George Washington and Lula (BROWN) GRAY, who preceded him in death. He was married Nov. 11, 1939, to Addah Ethel BYRNES, who preceded him in death in 1984. Survivors include one son, Lex GRAY, Winona; one daughter, Shire Faye BILL, Alton; one stepson, Cletus RUSSELL, Fort Smith AR; one stepdaughter, Joy Ann ELLIS, Indianapolis IN; two brothers, Nolen GRAY, Nimmons AR; and Dee GRAY, Doniphan MO; ten grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Funeral services were Feb. 24, 1993 in the Clary Chapel at Alton MO with Brother J. R. WILES officiating. Interment was in Hickory Grove Cemetery, Oregon Co MO, under the direction of Clary Funeral Home of Alton. Sources for this information: The Current Wave.
RALPH ALLEN GREEAR - Born February 4, 1920, near Summersville MO, the son of Robert and Susan GREEAR. He departed this life on July 13, 1994, at his home near Summersville, at the age of 74 years, 5 months and 9 days. He was united in marriage to Vida BRAWLEY on May 1, 1948 at Eminence MO. To this union five daughters were born. He was preceded in death by his parents, his eldest daughter, Joyce, and one brother, Vernon. He is survived by his wife, Vida, of the home near Summersville MO; four daughters: Glenda SCHWEIGHAUSER and husband James of Summersville MO; Donna BLAUVELT and husband Dennis of Conway MO; Sandra LEUBBERT and husband Dennis of Jefferson City MO; and Carolyn COOK and husband Keith, also of Jefferson City MO; seven grandchildren, Denis JENSEN and husband Jay; and Terry, Neil and Amber BLAUVELT, all of Conway MO; Matthew COOK, and Eric and Nathan LUEBBERT, all of Jefferson City MO; and one great grandchild, Jaena JENSEN of Conway MO; three sisters, Ethel KAISER of Hazelwood MO; Viola BYRNE of Granite City IL; and Lena MULLINS of Bloomsdale MO; two brothers, Elza GREEAR of West Plains MO; and Ed GREEAR of Summersville MO; and a host of relatives and friends. Ralph served in the CCC Camp and in the Air Force during World War II. He lived most of his life near Summersville working on the farm and timber work. He gave his life to the Lord in 1954, and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Summersville, Ralph was a caring friend and neighbor, a loving husband, father and grandfather, and will be greatly missed by all. Funeral services were held July 16, 1994, at the First Baptist Church in Summersville with Rev. William F. CARTER and Rev. Phil JESTER officiating. Interment was in Summersville City Cemetery under the direction of Duncan Funeral Home of Summersville. Sources for this information: The Current Wave.
ELSIE GERALDINE GREEN - Daughter of the late Charles Henry and Malva Elizabeth (Edgmond) Michel was born at Marionville, Missouri, April 26, 1915 and passed away, Thursday, May 4, 2006 at the home of Gordon and Lavonne Green's where she resided for the past 11 years, making her age 91 years and 8 days. She was united in marriage to Chester Green, October 9, 1932 at Hartshorn, MO at the home of the Justice of the Peace, Jefferson Sullivan, making their union together 46 years. To their union 3 children were born, Gloria Irene; Gordon Lynn, and Leo Glenn. Elsie was a member of the Valley Center Baptist Church. She was a seamstress for 39 years at Angelica Uniform Company. She was also a talented homemaker, loving mother and grandmother. Preceding Elsie in death are her parents, Charles and Malva; husband Chester, daughter Gloria Irene Roberts, and three brothers, Vernie, Clarence and Clinton. Elsie is survived by her sons, Gordon Green and wife Lavonne of Hartshorn, MO; Glenn Green and wife Diann of Summersville, MO; two brothers, Harold Michel of Hartshorn, MO; Norman Michel of Troy, MO; son-in-law Gene Roberts of House Springs, MO; 9 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and a host of other family members and friends. Services were held Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 10:00 Am at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel in Summersville with Rev. Albert Steelman and Rev. Joe Heiney officiating. Interment was in Summersville City Cemetery under the direction of Bradford Funeral Home. [Courtesy of The Current Wave.]
ESTHER LORENE GREEN - Age 44, passed away at the home in West Eminence on October 24, 1975. Although her death was sudden, she had been in ill health for some time. Funeral services for Mrs. GREEN were held Tuesday, October 28, 1975, in the Duncan Funeral Home Chapel in Eminence. Burial was in the Munsell Chapel Cemetery. The GREEN family had moved to the Eminence area three years ago and while here Mrs. GREEN had made many friends. She leaves to mourn her passing, her husband, John; one daughter, Ella FELTS; and three grandchildren. Sources for this information: The Current Wave.
JAMES WILLIAM GREEN - Of Winona died September 23, 1980. He was born in Clear Creek UT on May 7, 1909, and married Mavis KUESSNER on June 29, 1944. He leaves four children: Marine M/Sgt. Jan WARREN, Gay SPACEK, Susie BURKE, and Patty ROSS. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and six brothers and sisters. He retired from Butler Paper Company in 1974. 'Big Jim' will be missed by all. Sources for this information: The Current Wave.
JASPER GREEN – Aug. 9, 1866 – Jan. 8, 1942. Burial at Reed Cemetery, Shannon Co MO.
SARAH MELTON GREEN(E) –
Died Apr. 7, 1893. Burial at Old Baptist Cemetery (Baptist Hill),
Winona Shannon Co MO: ‘Died, at Winona, MO, Apr. 7, at the residence
of Dr. Greene, of Fishertown, Mrs. Sarah Melton Greene, at an early
age, moved from North Carolina to Tennessee, where she spent the
greater portion of her life. About two years ago, she came to this
place to spend her remaining days with her son, Dr. Greene. She was
a consistent member of the Christian Church and died with full faith
and hope of a Christian's reward. Internment Winona Cemetery’.
Source: Current Wave-Eminence, Apr. 7, 1893 [Baptist
Hill Cemetery]
GLYDUS GREGORY – Born October 8, 1907 to John Lysander and Dora Elizabeth (Smith) Gregory at Alley Springs, Missouri. He departed this life December 1, 2004 in West Plains, Missouri, at the age of 97 years. During his childhood, his family lived one mile below Alley Springs mill in a 'Small' house near his aunts, Bertha and Lilly, in the 'Big' house, and that is where the first five children were born. His aunts were robbed by two men who then proceeded to burn their house down with them in it. Glydus was the second born of nine children, Constance, Glydus, Herbert, Cora Ethel, Martha, Opal, Lysander and MIller who are all deceased. They raised and sold enough mules to buy 160 acres at Byron, Arkansas and that is where the last four children were born. They moved there in a covered wagon when Glydus was 8 years old. When he was older, he and his brother would go back to Alley Springs to work for their grandmother, Martha Bell (Armstrong) Gregory. He left the Ozarks at the age of 17. He met and married Dorothy Ann Lokker in Kohler, Wisconsin on November 1, 1930. They moved to California during the war and stayed in Sacramento over 50 years. He worked four years for the Federal Government and 28 years for the State of California. After retiring, Glydus and Dorothy were involved in many volunteer activities in California. They moved to Mountain View, Missouri in 1998 and he served one term as a Silver Haired Legislator. Glydus is preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Dorothy, February 23, 2000 at the age of 90 years, and infant daughter, Violet Jean and his brothers and sisters. During DorothyÕs last few years of life, she had suffered from complications of diabetes and strokes and Glydus was a devoted and faithful care giver until her death. He is survived by his second wife, Waunita Wilheim to whom he was united in marriage on November 15, 2003; one son, Glenn and wife Faye Gregory of Mountain View, Missouri; three grandchildren, Byron Taylor of San Bernardino, California, Bruce Gregory of Mountain View, Missouri, Lisa Whiteside of Valley Center, California; three great-grandchildren, Veronica Taylor of West Hollywood, California, Katelynn Stepanuk of Valley Center, California and Donavan Gregory of Seaside, Oregon; many nieces and nephews and stepchildren, Larry, Ira and Chuck Wilheim and their families. Glydus, Waunita and daughter-in-law Faye were active in the Mountain View Poetry Society and the Mountain View Book Club. He also faithfully participated in the Cowboy Poetry Society of which he was a lifetime member. Glydus loved to read books and write poetry. He had an exceptional memory and was physically and mentally active until he suddenly became ill two weeks ago. Glydus and Waunita attended the Mountain View United Methodist Church. Funeral services were held on Monday, December 6, 2004, 11:00 AM at the United Methodist Church in Mountain View, Missouri with Rev. Rod McNeall officiating. Glydus will be returned to Sacramento, California and be laid to rest beside his wife, Dorothy at Camellia Gardens. [Courtesy of The Current Wave.]
Muriel Bany Gregory
- High Ridge MO, formerly of Fenton MO - Born May 17, 1933, in Summersville,
Missouri to John and Nora Bandy, and entered into rest, Friday, June 25, 2010,
at her residence in High Ridge, Missouri, at the age of 77 years, 1 month and 8
days. She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Nora Bandy; her husband,
Everett James Gregory, (married December 8, 1955); one son, Scott Gregory; three
sisters, Mildred Sullins, Cecile Robison, and Mabel Sloan; five brothers, Jim,
Rado, John, Gene, and Bill; and four brothers-in-law, Sonny Terrill, Elmer
Sullins, Fred Sloan, and Jesse Robison.
Winita Faye McVicker Gregory - Born January 20, 1937 in Shannon County, Missouri, the daughter of Robert and Ruth (Eagan) McVicker. She departed this life on January 25, 2010 in Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Missouri at the age of 73 years. Faye was united in marriage to Glenn Gregory on November 27, 1965 in St. Louis, Missouri. She was the beloved mother of Byron, Bruce and Lisa. Faye, who was a devout Christian, was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Summersville, Missouri. She was secretary of a poetry club and faithfully volunteered for the Meals on Wheels program at the Senior Center. Faye avidly enjoyed scrapbooking and researching family history. She kept in touch with family and friends by writing a monthly newsletter. She had many hobbies, including aerobics, painting, drawing, cross-stitching, and collecting seashells. Preceding her in death are her parents; father and mother-in-law, Glydus and Dorothy Gregory; brother, Leroy McVicker; sister, Genevieve McVicker; and niece, Sandy Olesen. She is survived by her husband, Glenn Gregory, of Mountain View, MO; two sons, Byron Taylor of San Bernardino, CA and Bruce Gregory of Mountain View; one daughter, Lisa Gregory, of Sacramento, CA; three brothers, Will McVicker, Bob McVicker, and Tom McVicker, all of Mountain View; three grandchildren, Veronica Taylor, Katelynn Stepanuk, and Donovan Gregory; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 29, 2010 in Yarber Chapel with Pastor Dave McVicker officiating. Interment was in Oakside Cemetery, Arroll, Missouri under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Mountain View.
GUSSIE B.
GRIFFIN – Age 59 of Winona MO passed
away Wednesday January 10 at St Francis Hospital in Mtn. View. Services were
held Friday January 12 at 10 a.m. in the Duncan Funeral Chapel at Mtn. View with
burial in
Pine Lawn Cemetery under the
direction of the Duncan Funeral Home of Mtn. View. Sources for this
information: Clipping from The Current Wave, no dates provided.
FRANK GRIFFITH -
Age 62 - Born August 7, 1920 at Hutton Valley in Howell County and died
November 7, 1982 at Salem. In 1948, Frank Griffith and Ena Wilson Lanham were
married and to this union three children were born. He was preceded in death by
his parents, William and (Lula Keller) Griffith and one brother, George.
Survivors include his wife, Ena, of the home near Salem; three children, Jewell
Prugh, Jadwin; Norman Griffith, Salem; and Ruth Johnson, Canada; four
stepsons, Wayne Lanham, Italy; Joe Lanham, Illinois; Dean and Boba Lanham,
Bunker; three brothers, Marvin, St. Louis, James and John of Salem; one
son-in-law, Jim Prugh; one daughter-in-law, Donna Griffith; three grandchildren;
sixteen step-grandchildren and other relatives. He will be missed by his family
and by all who knew and loved him.
Funeral services were conducted November 9,
1982 at 2:00 p.m. in the James and Gahr Chapel with Brother Bill Prugh and Terry
Hardon. Mrs. Glen Wilson was the organist. Serving as pallbearers
were Arvel Wood, Eddie Knight, Glen Hoodenpyle, Scott Lanham, Vancil Purcell,
and Arnold Smith. Interment was in the Delmar Cemetery.
THEO CLINTON ‘CLINT’ GRIFFITH - Son of Alfred and Nellie GRIFFETH, was born at Winona MO on May 10, 1921, and departed this life on January 4, 1967, at the age of 45 years, 7 months and 24 days. He was united in marriage in 1943 to Norma 'Jean' HALL, and to this union three children were born: Karen (Steve) BATTAGLIO, Kay (Gil) LOUVEAU, and T. C. 'Clint' GRIFFETH, Jr., all of Newport OR. NOTE: Clint and Jean lived south of Winona on highway 19. He was a farmer and livestock dealer. Sources for this information: The Current Wave. [Burial Mount Zion Cemetery, Winona]
MARION BENTON GROGAN – Born January 8, 1915 in Texas Co MO. He passed away on January 19, 2006 at 5 p.m. at Texas County Memorial Hospital in Houston MO at age 91 years, 11 days. He was the second eldest of five children born to Henry and Almeda GROGAN. Marion was united in marriage to Opal Marie ALDRIDGE and to this union of 65 years 5 children were born. He was preceded in death by his wife, Opal Marie; parents; infant twin sons, Keith and Kenneth; sisters, Goldie PERKINS and Mary Jane GROGAN; brother Clifford GROGAN; granddaughter Angela JONES, and great granddaughter Stephanie HAIRSTON. Marion is survived by three children, Almeda Maye JONES and husband John, Greer SC; Muriel Faye SMITH and husband Harold, Willow Springs MO; and Gary Dee GROGAN and wife Peggy, Fenton MO; He is also survived by a brother, Gilbert and wife Lois GROGAN, Torrance CA; seven grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren, four great-great grandchildren, wives and husband of his grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many, many friends and neighbors. Marion began working at the tender age of 11 in order to help support his family. He was one of the hardest working men alive, working many years in the sawmill, as a carpenter, and farmer by trade. When it came to farming he took their 40- acre farm and always made it produce far beyond its normal yield. He was also a dedicated community servant, being one of the first on the scene following a fire or natural disaster, serving on the school board, helping hand-dig graves before the days of the backhoe, and simply helping whenever and wherever the need arose. His knowledge of the Tyrone and surrounding communities was unsurpassed as he was a walking map and resident historian. Marion enjoyed several hobbies, such as raising his coon dogs, honeybee collecting, and hunting, whether it was for coon, deer or mushrooms. Reading was also one of his favorite pastimes which he enjoyed right up to the time of his death. Services were held Monday, January 23, 2006, at 2:00 p.m. at Bradford Funeral Home with Rev. Harold SMITH officiating. Interment was in Tyrone Cemetery under the direction of the Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville MO. God promises that “whosoever asks and believeth on Me shall have everlasting life.” Marion accepted this promise in 1996, so thankfully, this is not goodbye, but rather ‘til we meet again!’ - We love you – your family. [Courtesy of The Current Wave.]
JESSIE OLETA GROSHON - Daughter of W. T. ‘Tobe’ and Edna (GEORGE) GROSHON, was born on March 31, 1918 at Oakside MO. She passed away April 25, 1998 at the Texas County Memorial Hospital in Houston MO at the age of 80 years, 1 month and 12 days. Jessie attended school at Dutch Hollow School. After school she went to work doing house cleaning. Later, during the war, she worked at Fort Leonard Wood. She then moved to Kansas City where she was employed at the Universal Box Company until her retirement in 1983. She moved to Summersville in 1984 and lived there until her death. She was preceded in death by her parents; an infant sister Ethel; sister Cleta RICHARDSON; and four brothers, Earl, Merrell, Leonard and Glenn GROSHON. Surviving are her sisters, Dea PENDLAND and Maude Lea HEINEY of St. Louis MO. Jessie was a lady who always thought of her family and put them first in her life. Although she never married or had children of her own, she helped raise many children through the families of her brothers and sisters. She professed her faith in Jesus Christ and had made the statement that “nothing stood between her and the Lord, and she was ready for her home-going.” She will be sadly missed by all those who knew and loved her. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 28, 1998 at the Duncan Funeral Chapel in Summersville with Rev. Arvel SCHWEIGHAUSER officiating. Interment was in the Summersville City Cemetery under the direction of the Duncan Funeral Home of Summersville. Sources for this information: The Current Wave, May 6, 1998.
JOSEPH RICHARD ‘JOE’ GROSS - Born October 8, 1953 at Sikeston MO, the son of James Wright GROSS and Verba Lurlene (PERRY) GROSS; he passed away August 11, 2005, in Mountain View MO at the age of 51. He was united in marriage to D. J. (PARKS) GROSS of Qulin MO on December 3, 1983, in Qulin MO, and to this union two children were born, Joseph James GROSS and Ashley Danielle GROSS. He was preceded in death by his father, James Wright GROSS. He is survived by his mother, Verba GROSS of Mountain View MO; his former wife, D. J. GROSS, of Eureka MO; son Joseph James GROSS of Mountain View MO; and daughter, Ashley Danielle GROSS, of Eureka MO; three brothers, James Dail GROSS and wife Connie, of Worthington IN; John Wayne GROSS and wife Carol of Qulin MO; and William Perry GROSS, of Wentzville MO; three aunts, Dean and James Lee COOK of Mayfield KY; Wanda Sue ROUTEN of Lunnville KY; and Beulah V. BEARD of Paducah KY; two nephews, Michael GROSS and Perry GROSS; two nieces, Regina MARMONTI and Madelyn GROSS; along with numerous other family and friends. Joe was active in the Missouri Funeral Directors Association and served as President of the Missouri Funeral Directors Association, 1996-1997. He was a past president of the Mountain View Chamber of Commerce, and when he resided in Malden MO, he was president of the Lions Club. Joe attended Qulin High School, where his father was the superintendent; he later moved with his family to Winona MO, and attended high school during his junior year. After his father’s death in 1970, he and his mother returned to the Qulin area where Joe graduated from Twin Rivers High School in 1971. He was employed with Landess Funeral Home in Malden MO from 1974 to 1981. He relocated to Mountain View MO in 1981 and began working at the Duncan Funeral Home. He purchased Duncan Funeral Home in 1985 and continued to operate the funeral home until his death. Joe’s greatest joy in life was his two children, Joseph and Ashley. He spent most of his time being with his children and family. His family and friends were most important to him. Joe cared about the people he served in the community and felt they were an extension of his own family. Funeral services were held Monday, August 15 at 10 a.m. at Duncan Funeral Home at Mountain View MO. Rev. Ronnie STEVENS officiated. Graveside services were held at 4 p.m. in the Qulin Cemetery under the direction of Duncan Funeral Home of Mountain View. Visitation was held Sunday, August 14 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Duncan Funeral Home in Mountain View. NOTE: Winona residents will remember Joe from his previous marriage to Roxanne HOLLOWAY, the daughter of Roy and Rosemary (MARTIN) HOLLOWAY. Joe, and Roxie’s brother, Pete HOLLOWAY, attended school together to be funeral directors and morticians. Sources for this information: The Current Wave, August 24, 2005.
TINA MAUDE FRY GUFFY - Born February 22, 1927 at Eminence, MO the daughter of George T. Fry and Tena W. (Loftin) Fry. She passed away April 23, 2012 at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, MO at the age of 85 years. She was united in marriage to Charles Boone Guffey on September 30, 1946 at the United Methodist Church in Eminence, MO and to this union threes ons were born Gordon, David and Tommy. Tena was preceded in death by her parents George and Tena Fry; husband Charles Guffey; two sisters Reva Sconce and Lucile Hensley; one brother Gordon Fry; two grandsons Stephen Guffey and David Guffey, Jr.; three sisters-in-law Mona Fry, Ida Lu Shryock and Pat Guffey; five brothers-in-law Buford Shryock, K.D. Guffey, Raymond Sconce, Jesse Sconce and Willie Hensley. She is survived by her three sons Gordon Guffey and wife Phyllis of Eminence, MO, David Guffey and wife Annette of Ozark, MO and Thomas Guffey of Eminence, MO; one sister Milda Sconce of Eminence, MO; 6 grandchildren Dawn Walsh, Gordon Guffey, Jr., Tena Barnes, Gary Guffey, Keshia Guffey and Kaston Guffey; 7 great grandchildren Kourtney, Kelsey and Kayley Barnes, Elijah, Caleb and Jenna Guffey and Zoe McGee; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Tena lived her childhood years at the Junction attending rural schools and graduated from Eminence High School in the spring of 1945. She attended college at Pocahontas, AR and taught at rural schools for awhile. Tena and Charles made their home in Aztec, NM moving to Missouri in 1961. She professed her faith in Christ and united with the United Methodist Church of Eminence in 1990. She was a homemaker and worked at Angelica Uniform Factory from the fall of 1963 until her retirement in 1984. Tena enjoyed making crafts and was a vendor at the annual craft fair for many years. Tena will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 25, 2012 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm at the Duncan Funeral Chapel in Eminence, MO. Funeral Services will be Thursday, April 26, 2012 at 1:00pm at the Duncan Funeral Chapel in Eminence, MO with Rev. David Fowler officiating. Interment will be in New Eminence Cemetery in Eminence, MO under the direction of Duncan Funeral Homes.
Shawn Patrick
Guyot  12 Nov 1959 - 30 Oct 2009 |
Shawn Patrick Guyot was born November 12, 1959 in St. Louis, MO and departed this life on October 30, 2009 at Mountain View, MO. He was raised by his mom, Ediellen Guyot, and his beloved foster grandparents, Mary and Arthur Bachman, Sr. He attended Edwardsville, IL public schools and Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, where he studied History and Political Science. Shawn was an excellent writer, and worked for several years at the Belleville News Democrat and later at Sporting News in St. Louis. His first love was music, and he began music lessons at an early age. He played guitar with several bands around the Edwardsville, IL area during and after his college years. Most recently, he was a member of the Schwag band from Camp Zoe near Salem, MO. He was a fine musician and loved playing guitar, singing and touring and performing with the band. He leaves behind his mother and step-dad, Edie and Gary Mateja, of Birch Tree, MO, a brother, Peter Mateja (Jessica) and a niece, Amelie Mateja of Madison, WI; two uncles, David Guyot (Marian) of Excelsior, MN and Dan Guyot of Dothan, AL and an aunt, C.J. Kennedy of Chatfield, MN; five cousins, and his friends and fans. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, C.F. and Esther Guyot and Mary and Arthur Bachman, Sr. Memorial Services are planned for a later date. Arrangements were under the direction of Duncan Funeral Home of Mountain View, MO. |