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Joe LaVern Davis
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Joe LaVern Davis, 86 the son of Leonard and Sarah Lee Burris Davis, was born October 11, 1923, at Park View, OK and departed this life on July 21, 2010, at St. Francis Hospital, Mtn. View, MO. Joe, who was living at the Park Place Apartments, Mtn. View, was formerly of Summersville, MO and Cushing, OK. Though he loved the Ozarks, he was always an “Okie” at heart! Joe graduated from Cushing High School in 1942, and then traveled to Oregon, where he worked for Kaiser Shipbuilding until he entered the Army Air Corps in 1943. He was stationed in Italy where he served as an aerial engineer and gunner on a B-17 bomber, flying about 25 missions over enemy territory. After the war, he was employed by Midland Cooperative Refinery, which was later purchased by Hudson Oil Company. He was recognized as 30 Year Employee.
On November 6, 1946, he was united in marriage to Dema Jo Jones, the love of his life, and to this union, Ronald Joe was born.
Joe was preceded in death by his wife, Dema, his father, Leonard Davis, his mother, Sarah Lee Selemon, his stepfather, John Selemon, who Joe was proud to call “Daddy”, and one brother Orville Davis. He is survived by his son Ron (Sharon) of Summersville, MO, granddaughters, Kerri DeAnn (Donald) Hills, Fremont, MO, Rebecca Jo Boom, Grain Valley, MO, great-granddaughters Mallory DeAnn and Cassidy Austyn Hills who were the delights of his heart! He is also survived by his sister Maxine Haire, Miami, Fl, his brother, Johnny (Donna) Selemon, Ogden, KS, a special sister-in-law who he loved like a daughter, Carolyn Naylor, Tulsa, OK, and a host of other family and friends.
Joe attended Midvale Church where he loved his church family and especially enjoyed the young people and their singing.
Memorial Services were held at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel in Summersville Saturday, July 24, 2010 at 11:00 Am with Rev. Emmett Bradford and Rev. James Bradford officiating. Interment will be in Pine Lawn Cemetery in Cushing Oklahoma.
Memorials may be made to Midvale Youth Group
Paul E. McKee
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Paul E. McKee, 70, of Jefferson City, Missouri, passed away Monday July 12, 2010, at his residence. He was born May 6, 1940, in Hartshorn, Missouri, son of Russell and Thelma (Barton) McKee. He attended high school in Summerville, MO where he graduated as his class valedictorian. He went on to receive his Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering at the Missouri School of Mines in Rolla MO. On September 10, 1960 he was united in marriage to Norris (Cashatt) McKee who survives at the home.
Paul worked at MODOT as a Civil Engineer in the Highway Department from 1964 until 1994. He was a past member of the Cole County Volunteer Fire Department and the Cole County Emergency Medical First Responders Squad. Over the years he’s been a member of First Assembly of God Church and Solid Rock Family Church. He was a member of the Mended Hearts Group at St. Mary’s Health Center and volunteered at the Special Learning Center. Paul was a Master Wood Craftsman, where he used his craft to make special therapy toys for disabled children. He was also active with the Muscular Dystrophy Association. He enjoyed hunting, gardening, woodworking and electronics. He built his first computer in the 70’s and taught himself Basic programming at MODOT where they purchased some of their first software from a little known company called Microsoft.
He is also survived by his mother Thelma McKee of Summersville, MO; four children Rachel McKee, Jefferson City, Glenda McKee, Jefferson City, Edith McKee, Stanton, MO and Philip McKee (Sarah) Jefferson City; two sisters Betty Bennett (Tony), Jefferson City; Judy Talley (Ron), Wright City, MO; one brother Steve McKee (Michelle) Summersville, MO. Seven grandchildren; Matt, Andre’ Stephanie, Mariah, Andrew, Arielle and Chris.
Friends will be received from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Thursday, July 15, 2010, at First Assembly of God Church, where Funeral services will be held at 6:00 with Rev. Lowell Perkins and Rev. Joe Skiles officiating. An additional visitation will be held on Friday July 16, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m at Midvale Pentecostal Holiness Church, (Hwy 17 at Hwy W, near Summersville, MO), where Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. with the Bradford family officiating., under the care of Bradford Funeral Home. Interment will follow at the Midvale Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the First Assembly of God Church building fund or the Special Learning Center. Arrangements are under the direction of HOUSER-MILLARD Funeral Directors, 2613 West Main Street; 636-3838. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.millardfamilychapels.com. Local condolences maybe left for the family at bradfordfuneralhome.net. Local services were under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Leo Villarreal III
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Leo was born July 14, 1968 at Rock Fort, Illinois to Mona Mae Bolden from Tupelo, Arkansas and Leopold Villarreal II of Corpus Christi, Texas. Leo passed away at on July 3, 2010 at age 41.
He is preceded in death by his mother Mona Mae, father Leo Sr., brother Robert Earl and sister Donna Mae.
He is survived by a loving wife of 21 years Theresa Villarreal of Bucyrus, his brother Jesse Villarreal and wife Michelle of Bucyrus, Andrew Villarreal and wife Jenny of Rockford, Illinois, Charles Sikes and wife Diane of Cabool, and Billy Sikes and wife Betty of Houston.
His children, Brandon Lee and fiancee Stephanie of Bucyrus, Jennifer Akers of Rockford, Illinois, Christina Villarreal and boyfriend Alex of Bucyrus, and Kayla Villarreal and boyfriend Jeff of Bucyrus. His grandchildren, Kaeden Sky Lee age 2, and Savanna Mae Lee age 1 both of Bucyrus, Kaera Elizabeth Akers age 4 and Cameron Anthony Akers age 2 both of Rockford, Illinois. Leo is also survived by a host of many other family members. He will be sadly missed by all who loved and knew him.
Funeral Services were held Wednesday, July 7th, 2010 at 10 :00 Am at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Brad Wallace officiating. Interment was in Antioch Cemetery at Hartshorn, MO under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Edna Mae Johnson
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Edna Mae Johnson, was born August 27, 1931 at Annapolis, Missouri to Christopher Columbus Leach and Maggie Ruth Boone. Edna went to her heavenly home Thursday morning, July 1st at the Brooke Haven Nursing Home in West Plains, Missouri making her age 78 years 10 months and 4 days.
Edna was united in marriage to William Murl Johnson November 3, 1948 at Piggot, Arkansas, making their union 62 years. They were blessed with two children, Linda and Terry Darle.
Edna worked for General Motors for many years. She was a devoted Christian, wife, mother and grandmother.
In the early years she like to garden, and was often found helping Murl on the farm. Due health problems she was confined to her home she enjoyed her flowers, and visit s from her great grandchildren. Edna attended the Hilltop Holiness in Willow Springs, and when the family moved to West Plains she attended Calvary Church as long as her health permitted
Edna is preceded in death by her two children, Linda Payne and Terry Johnson, two grandchildren, Jeremy Darle and Suzette Johnson; her parents, Christopher and Maggie Leach; her 12 siblings, brothers; Bill, Bobby Howard (BH), Glenn Eugene, Charles, Lee, and two infant brothers, sisters, Pearl. Mary (Dutch), Alene, Helen, Mildred.
She is survived by her husband Murl Johnson of the home; her 3 grandchildren Michelle Varnell, of Moody, MO; Clayton Payne of West Plains, MO, Chris Johnson and wife Heather, of Norwood; great grandchildren, Shane, Jordan Hanna, Blake Varnell; Bethany and Caleb Johnson, and Brittany and Austin Cox.
Services were held Saturday July 3rd, 2010 at 1:00 Pm at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel in Summersville with Rev. Charles Barnett officiating. Interment was in Boone Creek Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Donnis Carl “Sonny” Farrow
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Donnis Carl “Sonny” Farrow, was born September 27, 1942 in Summersville, Missouri and departed this life at age 67, on June 28, 2010 at home surrounded by his loved ones.
Surviving of the home are his wife of 46 years Carol, 3 sons, Doug and wife Laurie of Moberly, Missouri; Don of Long Beach, California; Darren of Moberly, Missouri, and three grandchildren, Katelyn, Stephen and Lindsay Farrow. He is also survived by 3 sisters, Nadine Shockley of Summersville, Beulah Dugan of Rose Hills, Kansas; Francis and husband Don Atherley of New Strom, Kansas; 2 sisters-in-law, Judy Haught of Hannibal, MO; Janet and husband Dean Eichenberger of Saverton, MO, 1 brother-in-law Robert Stark of Moberly, MO, and mother-in-law Louise Stark of Macon, MO.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Rufus and Lea Farrow; father-in-law Estell Stark, 4 brothers-in-law, Jack Shockley, Doyle Stark, Robert Haught and Darrell Stark.
Sonny worked many years in the Aerospace Industry and Lumber Industry in California. He was an avid reader and loved horses. He loved his grandchildren and enjoyed being around them.
Funeral serviced were Thursday July 1st, 2010 at 10:30 Am at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Danny Shockley officiating. Interment was in Bethel Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Wayne Laverne Rodgers
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Wayne Laverne Rodgers the son of Walter Lyman Rodgers and Pearl Edna Grubb Rodgers was born September 4, 1919 at Fort Collins, Colorado and entered into the arms of Jesus, at the Ozark Medical Center in West Plains, Missouri, Saturday, May 29, 21010 making his age 90 years 8 months and 25 days.
Wayne was united in marriage to Audrey Mae Anderson, June 26, 1938. To their union three children were born, Ronald Wayne, Janice Ilene and Janet Irene.
Wayne served in the United States Army Air Corp during World War II. He served from September 6, 1944 until December 5, 1945, serving as a airplane mechanic.
After he served in the Army Air Corps, he worked for United Air Lines, and then working at a auto body and paint repair shop. He then went to college at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado, where he received his Master and Bachelor Degrees. He was also a member of the Lamella Sigma Fraternity. Wayne worked in the education field, serving as a instructor in high school, then teaching at the college level from 1951 to 1965. One of his accomplishments that the was most proud of was the implementation and Development of the Idaho Technical College.He worked in administration from 1966 to 1982; and retired from Boise State College from 1982.
Wayne accepted the Lord and was Baptized in his teen years. He was Ordained into the Restoration Church and served as an Elder, Seventy and Patriarch. He was Ordained as a Minister in 1947. He served as a Pastor at several churches and well as his job in education. He was also attended Faith Baptist Church in Summersville. He was also a member of the Lions Club in Boise Idaho, and past member of the Summersville Saddle Club.
He was very proud of his family, his children, and grandchildren and his great grand children, especially Sydney, who was his delight. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his son. He loved his animals, dogs, cats and his horses.
Wayne is preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Pearl; two brothers, Marvin and Gene; two sisters, Beulah and Lena; and a great grandson Jacob Timmons.
Wayne is survived by his three children, Ronald Rodgers and wife Kathy of Post Falls, Idaho; Janet Harpe and husband Les of Kennewick, Washington; and Janice Howell and husband Pete of Hartshorn, Missouri; 9 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren and 7 great great grandchildren; two brothers Lowell Rodgers of Colorado and Vernon Rodgers and wife Jodie of Arizona. Wayne is also survived by a host of friend he has made during his 90 years on this earth.
Services were held Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010 at 1:00 PM at Faith Baptist Church near Summersville with Pastors Leamon Johnson and Dave McVickers officiating. Interment and Full Military Honors were held at Smith Cemetery near Hartshorn under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Raymond Charley Sykes
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Raymond Charley Sykes, born February 5th, 1922, one of 13 children born to James Oscar and Gladys Steelman Sykes. Raymond went to his heavenly home May 17, 2010 with his daughter Margaret and son-in-law John by his side.; making his age 88 years 3 months and 18 days.
His education began in a one room school in the Hartshorn area. After leaving school at an early age, he entered the Civilian Conservation Corps. He was sent to Heber City, Utah, where he received high marks from his superiors regarding performance of this duties while in the CCC’s.
He was drafted into the US Army on Nov. 27, 1942. After basic Training he was sent to war in the South pacific. He performed duties with the 63rd Infantry Regiment serving in Hawaii, Philippine Island, New Guinea, Luzon and Korea. As Scout he fired hand grenades to take and hold enemy positions. He also went on frequent trips into enemy territory to get information as strength and location of the enemy. He was awarded 2 bronze stars for the New Guinea and Luzon Campaigns, 4 overseas bars; Victory Ribbon; Philippine Liberation Ribbon with 1 Bronze Star, Bronze Sv Arrow head, Combat Infantry Badge and Good Conduct Medal.
Also after leaving the service he took a bride Mrs. Adeline Richards, with this marriage came a daughter Margaret, their only child. Addie was his helpmate until her death in 2000. During their years together they farmed, cattle, hogs and chicken. He also worked in timber in Missouri, Iowa and in Oregon. He worked in St. Louis, only for brief periods. His longing for home, always brought him back to the Ozarks. He worked at the Rock Quarry and several years at Craig Charcoal. He loved the outdoors. Loving to hunt and fish, make garden and do whatever took him outside. Even in his later years he walked with a basket and pick-up trash helping to keep Summersville clean.
He was called to the Ministry in the early 60's, serving at Raymondville, Timber and Hartshorn. For over 25 years he was the pastor at Summersville Assembly of God. He retired from full time ministry in 2000. He was a good son, husband, brother, uncle, a super dad, grandfather.
Preceding Raymond in death are his parents, Oscar and Gladys; 4 sisters, Ethel, Ileda, Alta and Bertha; and grand-daughter Vicki.
Surviving are his daughter and son-in-law Margaret and John Sneed of St. James, MO; two brothers, Thurman Sykes and wife Evelyn of Summersville; and Leroy Sykes and wife Aline of Hillsboro, MO; six sisters, Thelma Pittman, Ruby Bradway. Evelyn Richards- Alton and husband Bill; and Myrtle Young and husband Dean all of the Summersville area; Mildred Pyatt and husband Willard of Salem, MO and Juanita Orchard and husband Richard of Hillsboro, MO; his grand- daughter Sonya, and 4 great grandchildren, Justin, Nathan, Bryan and Dale.
Services will be held at Bradford Funeral Home in Summersville; Wednesday May 19, 2010 at 1 PM with Rev. Gary Steelman officiating. Interment with Military Honors were held at Antioch Cemetery in Hartshorn under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Claude (Duck) Cook
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Claude (Duck) Cook the son of Charley and Nancy (Dollie) (Stringer) Cook was born May 4th, 1931 at Hartshorn, Missouri and passed away at Mountain View Health Care, Wednesday, May 12, 2010 making his age 79 years and 8 days.
Claude was united in marriage to Ruby Rachel Vonallmen, November 5, 1960. To this union one daughter Dorothy Fay was born.
He loved to ride around and look at the countryside. He and his wife Ruby spent many enjoyable days out driving and enjoying the beauty of the Ozarks. He liked hunting, fishing and camping when his health permitted him to do so. When he be came unable to hunt he still enjoyed just sitting in the woods.
Claude is preceded in death by his wife Ruby, his parents, Charley and Dollie Cook, 5 brothers, Olen, Shorty, Lloyd, Clyde and Carl Cook, 1 sister Fern German, a grandson Johnny Sykes, sister-in-law Mildred Cook, brother-in-law Leo Vandevort, 1 niece Cathy Newby.
He is survived by his daughter Dorothy Sykes and husband George of Hartshorn, MO; 2 grand-daughters, Alycia Sykes of Hartshorn, MO; Lindsey Sykes of Winona, MO; 1 grandson Steven Sykes of Fort Campbell, Kentucky; 1 sister Bonnie Vandevort of Mountain View, MO; 3 sisters-in-law, Crysta Cook, Billy Cook and Sylvia Cook all of Hartshorn, MO; 1 brother -in-law Edward German, of Hartshorn, MO; 4 great granddaughters, Hannah, Greyson, Nakiya and Kaidence and 1 great grandson Erick, numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, May 15, 2010 at 10 Am at Valley Center Baptist Church with Rev. Van Kirkwood officiating. Interment was in Valley Center Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Kenneth Morgan
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Kenneth Morgan the son of Charley Franklin Morgan and Mae Louise Adair Morgan was born January 14, 1955 at Macon, Missouri and passed away at his home in Hartshorn, Missouri on Tuesday afternoon, May 4, 2010 making his age 55 years.
He attended College in Iowa to earn a master mechanic degree. He worked in Arkansas as a bridge maintenance person. He also worked as a mechanic.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing. He like playing on computer. He really enjoyed hunting wild natural foliage in the fall. He like helping anyone in any way.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Mae and Charley, 2 brothers, Billy Joe and Bill, and one sister Geraldine Bell.
He is survived by his best friend, Sheri Smith and her daughter Whitney both of Hartshorn, his children, Kenneth Morgan and wife Raysharra of Folson, Louisiana; Kenberly Baughman of Covington, Alabama; Christiana Lamb of State of Arkansas; Brandon Morgan of Hannibal, MO; brother Johnny Morgan and wife Donna of Elk Creek; 6 sisters, Bonnie Box of Michigan; Betty Adkins and husband Glen of St. Louis, MO; Louise Baker of Quincy, Illinois; Darline Christine of Blue Field, West Virginia; Linda Begley and husband Dale of Palmyra, MO; Gayle Stringer and husband Doug of Hartshorn, MO. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren and a host of other family members.
Memorial services will be held Saturday, May 22, 2010 at 11:00Am at the Hartshorn Assembly of God Church with Rev. Gary Steelman officiating. Services were under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
David Lee Perry
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David Lee Perry of Hartshorn, Missouri formerly of Waterloo, Iowa was born March 21, 1946 in Des Moines, Iowa and was adopted by Jim and Veva Perry of Prairie City, Iowa on March 23, 1946. After a short battle with pancreatic cancer Dave went to be with the Lord on May 4, 2010 making his age 64 years.
After high school Dave served in the Unites States Navy, also spent a few years as an over the road truck driver. He tried dabbling in furniture sales and running his own small engine repair service before he finally found his true calling as a car salesman at John Deery Motors in Cedar Falls, Iowa. He worked there for 27 years and retired at age 59 in 2005.
Dave was best known for his passion for life, and was blessed with the ability to leave a lasting impression with any and all of those that he came in contact with.
Survivors include: his wife, Floralyn of Hartshorn, MO. His 7 children: Michael David Perry of Ankeny, Iowa; Suzanne Elizabeth Perry-Odom of Huxley, Iowa;; Keith Lawrence Perry of Grundy Center, Iowa; David James Perry of Waverly, Iowa; Stephanie Kay Perry of Decorah, Iowa, Christian Lee Perry of Waterloo, Iowa; James Edward Perry of Waverly, Iowa. His three step-daughters, Heather Ann Flory of Dike, Iowa; Kimberly Noel Flory of Denver, Colorado and Cathryn Mae Flory of Denver, Colorado. Dave was also the proud grandfather of 8 grandchildren. His siblings include Robert Lyn Perry of Texas and Sharon Ruble of Colorado.
Visitation will be held in Cedar Falls, Iowa on May 19th.
Memorial services will be held on Saturday, May 8, 2010 at 6:00 Pm at Bradford funeral Home of Summersville with Rev. Roger Schrock officiating. Services are under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
James Dale Brashers
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James “Jim” Dale Brashers was born September 24, 1950 and passed away on May 5, 2010, making his age 59 years 7 months and 11 days. Jim was born in Gramby, Missouri and was raised in Summersville, Missouri. He graduated from Summersville High School in 1968. In his early years, Jim buried telephone lines and later, before his retirement, was a cross-country truck driver.
He was one of two children born to Shirley and the late Dale Brashers and was the husband of Judy Brashers for over 42 years. Jim will forever be remembered by his mother, Shirley; brother, Gary and his wife Paula Brashers of Fredericktown; beloved children, Jimmy and Carla Brashers of Summersville, Wendy and Leroy Wells of Summersville, Justin and Jamie Brashers of Mtn. View, Jessica and Bob Wolfe of Bucyrus; treasured grandchildren, Jennifer Brashers, Stephanie Brashers, Tyler Wells, Josh Wells, Jordan Wells, Braxton Brashers, Morgan Brashers, Kelsey Schmitt, Ryan Wolfe, Maggie Wolfe, Jasper Clark, Leanna Massey, Chyenne Massey, and Tristan Iott. He is also survived by two aunts, one uncle, several cousins, many nieces, nephews, and host of other family members.
Jim was preceded in death by his father, Dale Brashers; Granddad and Grandmother, James and Geneva Chapman; beloved Uncle and Aunt, Wayne and Gyneth Johnson; Father and Mother-in –law, Carl and June Smith; Sister and brother-in-laws, Connie, Lynn, and Paul Smith.
Jim loved living and working on the farm. His grandchildren were very special to him and he spent as much time as possible with each of them Jim will be forever missed. He touched the lives of many people and his memory will live on through his loving family and friends.
Jim will be forever missed. He touched the lives of many people and his memory will live on through his loving family and friends.
Services were held Saturday, May 8th, 2010 at 1 Pm at Bradford Funeral Home with Rev. John Atchison officiating. Private Burial will be held at a later date. Services were under the direction of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Brock Ray Gaston
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Brock Ray Gaston was born to Kenny and Mary (Kinserlow) Gaston, August 17, 1986 and lost his life May 3, 2010 making his age 23 years, 8 months and 16 days.
Brock was joined in marriage to Kenzy Jai Broce April 19, 2008. To their union a son Keagan Ray Gaston was born, age 19 months
Surviving Brock are his wife Kenzy and son Keagan of the home, father Kenny Gaston and wife Debbie of Licking, MO; mother Mary Gaston and Larry Labbee of Summersville, MO; a brother KJ Gaston of Summersville, MO; four sisters, Tanya Gaston of Springfield, Missouri; Kim Briscoe and Lee of Licking, Missouri; Carrie Gaston and Simon of Summersville, Missouri; Kandi Trentham of Rolla, Missouri; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Bobby Cross and Ryna of Summersville, Missouri; sisters-in-law Samantha and Brent Cooper , Bobbi Jo and Ricky Bryson of Summersville, and grandmother Faye Terrill. Also left to mourn are very special adopted grandparents Glen and Becky Griffith, grandparents Bonnie and Del Hinkleman, and a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Brock also enjoyed being outdoors where he could hunt and fish with family and friends.
Brock was a loving son, husband and father. Brock and Kenzy were married for 2 years, bur has been together for almost 5 years. He enjoyed spending time with Kenzy and thier precious son Keagan. No matter what they were doing he was happy as long as they were together.
His life with us was much to short, and he will be greatly missed by all his life touched.
On the Gaston side, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Murl and Neva Gaston, uncle Chuck Gaston, also cousins, Dana Gaston and Natalie (Gaston) Morgan.
Services were held on Friday, May 7th, 2010 at 1Pm at Midvale Church with Rev. Janet Jackson officiating . Interment was in Big Creek Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Virgie Lee Belback
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Virgie Lee Belback the daughter of Jack Smith and Artie Bell (Gale) Smith was born September 7, 1924 at Hartshorn, Missouri and passed away at the Houston House in Houston, Missouri, Tuesday evening, April 20, 2010 making her age 85 years, 7 month and 13 days.
Virgie was united in marriage to Maeland Belback. Virgie was blessed with three daughters, Treva, Vada, and Judy.
While living in Hartshorn, she attended the Hartshorn Assembly of God Church. She enjoyed gardening, growing and tending flowers, and doing puzzle books. Virgie was a devoted family person, taking care of her parents, and she was always ready to baby sit grandchildren, nieces, and nephews when ever needed.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Artie Smith; husband Maeland Belback; 5 brothers, Carl, Henry (Johnie), Norman, Charlie, Arvel;4 sisters, Goldie Beck, Laura Dewitt, Susie Stark, Myretha Morgan.
Virgie is survived by her three daughters and families; Treva Stark of Birch Tree, MO; Vada Stark and husband David of Birch Tree, MO and Judy Gale of Raymondville, MO; 13 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren. Virgie is also survived by two sisters, Christa Cook of Hartshorn, MO and Freda Ark and husband Walter of Ellington, MO; and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members.
Funeral Services: Friday, April 23, 2010 at 1:00 Pm at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel in Summersville with Rev. Arvel Schweighauser officiaitng. Visitation: Friday April 23, from 11:30 until service time at 1:00 PM. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Hartshorn; under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Connie Jean Smith
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Connie Jean Smith, 50, formerly of Summersville, MO and Huntsville, MO passed away on Sunday, April 11th at her home in Crestwood, MO after a courageous 10-month battle with breast cancer.
Connie was born on October 14th, 1959 in Houston, MO to Carl Smith and June (Miller-Fleming) Smith. Connie was raised on the family farm in Summersville, MO. She was first married to Dewayne Powell on November 25th, 1978 in Summersville. From this marriage they had two children. Connie’s second marriage was to Mike Smith of Crestwood on June 25th, 2004.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and June Smith and two brothers; Lynn Smith and Paul Smith all of Summersville.
Connie is survived by her husband Mike Smith, children, Jared Powell of San Diego, CA, daughter Lindsey and husband Adam Land, and their son Jackson of Huntsville, her three brothers: Bill Smith and wife Dena of Mountain View, MO; Roy Smith and wife Glenda, and Ronnie Smith of Summersville, her sisters: Judy Brashers and husband Jim, Janet Barnes and husband Thurlow of Summersville; Joyce Powell and husband Mike of Huntsville; the wives of her late brothers, Judy Smith and Marlene Smith of Summersville; her mother-in-law Jackie Smith, sister-in-laws, Linda Braun and husband Steve and Laura Smith all of Crestwood, and her brother-in-law Dan Smith and wife Susan of Overland Park, KS. As well as, her former husband Dewayne Powell of Huntsville, many nieces and nephews, and friends that considered her family.
Connie had worked for Aldi for 18 years, managing the store in Moberly and eventually the store in Crestwood. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Huntsville and regularly attended Oak Bridge Community Church in St. Louis. Connie enjoyed long walks with friends, traveling, visiting local wineries, and spending all the time she could with her husband, children and grandson. She will be most remembered for always having an open door at her home, entertaining family and friends, and the unconditional love she gave to all. She was truly an inspiration and loved by all that knew her.
Services will be held Wednesday, April 14th at Kutis Funeral Home’s Chapel in Affton, MO. Visitation will be 3pm – 7pm, with memorial service to immediately follow. In addition, there will be a visitation at Bradford Funeral Home in Summersville on Thursday, April 15th from 2pm-5pm. Connie will be laid to rest next to her parents in Summersville, MO following a private graveside service. The family encourages in lieu of flowers that donations be made for breast cancer advocacy in honor of Connie to Susan G. Komen For The Cure at www.info-komen.org/goto/connie_smith.
Bernard James Friel
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Bernard James Friel was born September 16, 1941 in Glasgow, Scotland to Joseph and Rose Ellen Doyle Friel and passed away at his home in Phoenix, Arizona due to linger health problems making his age 68 years.
Upon his arrival in the United States he served in the United States Army from October 17, 1968 to December 23, 1971 then serving in the Army Reserves until October 16, 1974. He worked as a draftsman in the construction industry.
Many in the Summersville and Hartshorn area will remember him as Scotty, because he had the Scottish brogue.
He lived in the Phoenix area for many years.
He is survived by his daughter Erin Kathleen Kinserlow, his two grandchildren, Payton and Shae all of Summersville.
Memorial services will be held Saturday, April 17, 2010 at 2:00 PM at Antioch Cemetery with Rev. Arvel Schweighauser officiating. Services were under the care of Bradford Funeral Home. Condolences to the family my be sent to bradfordfuneralhome.net
Dale Roberts Sr.
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Dale Roberts Sr., the son of Charles M. Roberts and Lucille M. Blaine Roberts was born August 30, 1941 at Oelwein, Iowa and passed away at his home March 22, 2010 making his age 68 years 6 months and 22 days.
Dale was united in marriage to Nina Jo Riley on June 25, 1960 at Marshall, Missouri. To their union two sons were born, Dale Roberts Jr. and Charles Wayne.
Dale and his wife Jody attended Midvale Church. After his retirement Dale worked for the Dent County and Shannon County Sheriffs offices. Dale enjoyed spending time with family and grandchildren. He loved riding his motorcycle.
Dale is preceded in death by his mother and father Charles and Lucille Roberts.
Surviving are his wife Jody; two sons, Marty and Charles, daughter-in-law Larissa Roberts, and 5 grandchildren, Mikayla, Chad, Dale, Betty Jo, and Jack all of the Summersville area.
Memorial Services will be held Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 11:00 Am at Midvale Church with Rev. Emmett Bradford officiating. Arrangements are under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
George D. Bryant
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George David Bryant was born February 9, 1927, at Lee’s Summit, Missouri, to Pary Franklin Bryant and Lola Davis Bryant. He passed away in his home in Summersville on March 8, 2010, at the age of 83. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Melba and sister-in-law Wanda.
George grew up on Big Creek near Cedar Grove with his brother Wayne and four sisters, Bessie Faye, Melba, Peggy, and Sharon.
After graduating from Summersville High School, George served in the United States Army for two years with some of his time being spent in Korea. Upon discharge from the Army, he returned to the Summersville area where he married his high school sweetheart, Beulah Ethel Smith Bryant on March 23, 1947. He was the parts manager of the Chevrolet garage in Summersville for several years, but his real passion and love was to own and operate a family farm. He and Beulah realized their dream a farm on K highway where they raised their three children- Shirley, Betty and Steve. It was a favorite hangout for the six grandchildren-Jamie, Jennifer, Peter, Luke, Joe and Seth. The kids and grandkids loved being a part of the many different things that George was involved in through the years-dairy farming, cutting timber, owning and operating the Summersville Sale Barn, and driving the big cattle truck up and down the highway.
The grandchildren have many memories of riding with"Ba" in the long black truck or learning to drive on the farm in his old blue pickup. As the great grandchildren-Tyler, Adrianna, Ethan, Jourdain, Alexander, Connor, Joey and Bryant began arriving, George and Beulah moved back into town and a new generation began making memories in the brick house on the corner of 5th and Main Street in Summersville. Many of those memories involved seeing "Ba" on his lawn mower as he moved around the community.
George is survived by his wife Beulah of the home, daughter Shirley and husband Gary Whiteis of Springfield, daughter Betty Benham of Montgomery, Il, and son Steve and wife Christy Bryant of Salem, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brother, sisters, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.
George loved being a part of the Summersville Community. He leaves behind many family and friends who will miss him greatly!
Services were held Friday, March 12, 2010 at 11:00 Am at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel in Summersville with Rev. Tommy Boyd and Rev. Don McNeal officiating. Interment and military honors were held at Summersville City Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
R L Clark
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R L Clark the son of Richard Marton Clark and Hattie Clara Webb Clark was born March 18, 1926 at Brinkley, Arkansas and passed away at his home in Summersville, Missouri, Saturday February 27, 2010 making his age 83 years 11 months and 8 days.
R L was united in marriage to Alma Maxine Plowman, March 10, 1945. To their union five children was born, Clara, Jeanie, Earnest, Leonard and Robert.
R L was a member of the First Baptist Church in Summersville. He looked forward to farm auctions, visiting, hunting and fishing.
Preceding R L in death are his parents, Richard Marton and Hattie Clara Clark, his wife Alma Maxine, three brothers, Oliver, Burnell and Dwain; son-in-law Johnnie Fiske, and grandson Butch Smith.
He is survived by his children, daughter Clara and husband Karl of Solo, Missouri; daughter Jeanie; son Earnest and wife Kathy, son Leonard and wife Janice, son Robert and wife Sonya all of the Summersville area; three brothers, Marton Jr.; Bill and C R; two sisters, Verla Jean and May Louise; 15 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, and 7 great great grandchildren.
Graveside Services were held Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 10 AM at Bethel Cemetery with Rev. Paul Hamm officiating. Burial in Bethel Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Grant Armfield
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He was as a Veteran of WWII and served in the Army from 1943 -1945.
Grant was the town barber, served on the school board for years, was a volunteer fireman, hunter and fisherman.
Preceding Grant in death are his wife, Maxine, parents Jonathan and Nancy Armfield, two brothers, Oscar Armfield and Don Armfield, two sisters Mabel Ellis and Blanche Thompson.
Grant is survived by his children, Gary Armfield and wife Sandy of Belleville, Illinois; Mary Macy and husband Joe of Livingston, Texas and Lana Kaut of Fort Worth, Texas; five grandchildren, Matt Armfield and wife Darlene of High Ridge, Missouri, Brandon Armfield and wife Melanie of Belleville, Illinois, Angela Knutson of Moses Lake, Washington, Aaron Kaut and wife Monica of Ft. Worth, Texas, Amanda Hichkad and husband Tejan of Bel Air, Maryland, one sister Ellen Laidley of Illinois, one brother, Dwayne Armfield of Missouri. 10 great grandchildren, Marissa and Rebekah Armfield of High Ridge, Missouri, Brandon Jr., Kaylee and Elisha Armfield of Belleville, Illinois; Alyssa and Joshua Knutson of Moses Lake, Washington, Grayson, Cooper and Brody Hichkad of Belair, Maryland.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Summersville Senior Citizens Center or the charity of your choiceServices were held at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel at 11:00 Am Thursday.
February 25th, 2010 with Rev. Tommy Boyd officiating. Interment was in Summersville City Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home
Glenna Mae Mitchell
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Glenna Mae Mitchell daughter of Offie Richards and Rosie Jameson was born April 15, 1931 and went to her heavenly home Friday, Feb. 19, 2010.
Glenna passed away at Southbrook Nursing Home in Farmington, MO, making Her age 78 years, 10 months and four days. She had suffered many health problems the last few years of her life.
She married Carmie Leon Gale of Eunice, Mo. on Nov. 21, 1947. They had three children James, Gregory, and Teresa. After Carmie’s death she married Guy Mitchell on June 12, 1993.
She was a member of Southfork Baptist Church at Moody, MO, where she was lovingly referred to as “The Pie Lady” because of her love of baking pies and bringing them to the church dinners.
She is preceded in death by her parents, brothers, sisters, husbands, and oldest son James.
She is survived by her children, Greg Gale and wife Elaine of Marble Hill, MO., Teresa Beezley and husband Mark of Houston, MO, daughter-in-law Pat Gale of Belton, MO., 11 Grand children, 12 Great Grand Children and her sister Leona Hilgert of Beulah, MO, and her brother Mac Richards of Mansfield, MO.
She enjoyed working in her garden and flower beds. She also enjoyed cooking, especially making vegetable soup and canning.
Funeral Services were held Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at 11:00 Am at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel with Rev.Larry Hopkins officiating. Interment was in Antioch Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home
Freda Wilkins
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Freda Lucille Koogler Wilkins was the daughter of Frank and Rosa May (Craft) Koogler. Freda was born March 4, 1927 at West Eminence, MO. She left this world February 18, 2010 at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, MO., making her 82 years 11 months and 14 days.
Freda was the youngest of seven children. Her mother died when she was only three weeks old. Freda was reared to the age of three by Annie (Ma) Shedd. After leaving Ma Shedd’s she lived with her Dad, four sisters and two brothers. Grand Pa Shedd would occasionally ride a mule from West Eminence to Mill Creek just to go see his little Freda. In 1943 during WW II she traveled to St. Louis, MO in search of work. At the age of 16 she lied about her age so she could go to work in a defense plant. On returning home to Eminence she lived with her sister Opal and worked in Lauren George’s restaurant in Eminence.
Freda was united in marriage to William Glen Wilkins on March 1, 1947. They were blessed with five children, 1 foster child, 9 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. They shared their lives for 57 years.
Much of their early married life was spent living in logging camps throughout Colorado and Wyoming. In 1954 while living in Laramie, WY Freda accepted the Lord as her savior. She and Glen both were baptized in the North Plate River near Laramie, WY with ice still floating down from the spring thaw. In 1961 they returned to Summersville, MO and joined the First Baptist Church.
Freda worked for Angelica Uniform Corporation in Eminence as a sewing machine operator for many years. After leaving the factory she opened her own restaurant in Summersville called "Freda’s" then she and her daughter Nedria owned and operated Scenic Rivers Dinner House in Summersville. She also worked for the Senior Citizen Center and Danny Staples as a cook at Harvey’s near Alley Springs. Freda loved to cook but even more than that she loved meeting, greeting and serving people. Freda loved it when her family and friends would drop by for a visit. Freda felt like she had to feed the world so the first thing she would always ask her visitor is "Have you eaten"? Freda served her community through her church and by being a member of the Ladies V.F.W. Auxiliary. She loved doing crafts, making quilts and keeping her grandchildren. Freda lived out her life serving her church, her family, and her community.
Freda was preceded in death by her husband Glen, parents Frank and Rosa May Koogler, two brothers Raymond, of St. Louis, MO and Marvin, of Salem, MO, four Sisters Ruth Laxton of Springfield, MO, Opal Young Osburn, of Eminence, MO, Geneva Crisco of Colorado Springs, CO, Lola Bounds Potter of West Eminence, MO, son-in-law Bill House of Summersville, MO, and great-grandson Jacob Whitten of GA.
She is survived by her children, Nedria and her husband Ralph Plowman of Summersville, MO, Glenda Wilkins of Ozark, MO, LaDonna and her husband Terry Hartman of Summersville, MO, Dwane and his wife Karen Rose of Ridgeland, SC, Tony Garrison and his wife Lynn of Jefferson City, MO, Johanna and her husband Robbie Lootens of Taos, MO, nine grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild on the way, many nieces and nephews and numerous friends. She was and is loved by all and will be missed by all.
Rejoice in the assurance and knowledge that Freda is now walking with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and holding hands with her beloved Glen.
Services were held Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at 10:00 Am at Bradford Funeral Home chapel with Rev. Tommy Boyd and Rev. Steve Steelman officiating. Interment was in Summersville City Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Lola Marie Cooley
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Lola Marie Cooley, the daughter of Oscar D. Hines and Dora (Bilbrey) Hines, was born January 19, 1920 at Summersville, Missouri and passed away at St. Johns Hospital in Springfield, Missouri on Thursday, February 18th, 2010 making her age 90 years and 30 days.
Lola was united in marriage to Leslie Wayne Cooley November 20, 1940. To this union 4 children were born, Larry Roger, Garry and Jackie.
Lola spent her entire life in Summersville, with short stays in Kansas, Texas, and Kentucky, until her retirement in 1985. She worked at Angelica Uniform Company for approximately 30 years in Summersville, and when she retired, she moved to Mountain View, Missouri to be near children where she lived until her death.
Lola enjoyed many things in her life including cooking, sewing, gardening and traveling. For several years after her retirement, she enjoyed traveling the country with children, especially the western states. She took great pride in the fact that she has been to Mexico and Canada and has dipped her toes in both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans all in one twelve month period.
Lola’s greatest joy was her large family spreading out from her through 5 generations, and her favorite pastime was organizing family gathering and cooking for them. She planned and cooked for the entire family at holidays every year including her final 2-3 years where she delegated some smaller items, but cooked all turkeys and hams with all the fixins herself. No one has ever enter her home at any time without being pressured to eat at least a piece of pie or cake, which was always on hand, or a meal if they would allow her a few minutes to get it on the table.
Preceding her in death were her mother and father, her husband, two brothers, Amos Hines and Vern Hines, one sister Thelma Foard, one son Jackie Cooley, one daughter-in-law Judy Taber Cooley, and one grandson Larry Cooley Jr.
Surviving are three sons, Larry Cooley and wife Sally, of Mountain View, Missouri, Roger Cooley, of Columbia, Missouri, Garry Cooley of Mountain View, Missouri, six grandchildren, twenty one great grandchildren, eight great-great grandchildren, one brother, Dale Hines and wife Edythe, of St. Peters, Missouri, one sister Eileen Pack and husband, Gene of Norma, Oklahoma, many nieces and nephews and other relatives and uncountable friends and neighbors.
Lola had a great sense of humor and enjoyed teasing and bantering with all the younger people in the family, She loved life and was a wonderful Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother and Great-great grandmother, sister an friend. She will be missed very much by very many for a very long time.
Funeral Services were held Monday, February 22, 2010 at 10 Am at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel in Summersville with Bro. Daryl Young officiating. Interment was in Summersville City Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Homer G. Cooper
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Mr. Homer G. Cooper age 81 a long time resident of Summersville passed away at his home. Military Rites and memorial services will be held later date under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Joyce P. Law
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Joyce P. Law the daughter of Pricilla (Benger) Vander Burg and step-father Ed Vander Burg was born September 5, 1926 in Blue Island, Illinois at Blue Island Hospital and passed away at Texas County Memorial Hospital in Houston, Missouri, Saturday, January 30, 2010 making her age 83 years 4 months and 10 days.
Joyce was united in marriage to Virgil Eugene Law. To their union 1 daughter was born, Joan A. Law who married Ted Van DerAa.
She enjoyed playing cards, and helping others. She worked in the secretarial field for many years.
Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Vander Burg; her husband Virgil Eugene Law; and a sister Jenette WeidenAAr.
She is survived by her daughter and husband Joan and Ted Van DerAa, of Summersville, Missouri; their daughters, Cris Kahlen of French Villa, Missouri; Cheryl Soucy of Chicago, Illinois; Colette Tapley and husband Jeff of Cape Girardeau, Missouri; their son Craig Van DerAa and wife Karla of Macon, Missouri. She is also survived by 10 great grandchildren.
Memorial Services will be held in Florida. Local Arrangement were under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Clyde Cook
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Funeral Services for Mr. Clyde Cook, age 81; a resident of the Hartshorn/Summersville area will be held Saturday, January 16th , at 11:00 A M. at Valley Center Baptist Church. Visitation will held Friday evening from 6 to 8 Pm at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel Interment and Military Honors be held at Valley Center Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
George Pyatt
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Phillip Scott Pyatt, was born October 24, 1969 at Mountain View, MO and entered eternal life Thursday, December 31, 2009 at the Barton County Hospital in Lamar, MO making his age 40 years 2 months and 7 days.
He was a loving son, brother, nephew, uncle and cousin. George was an accomplished welder and auto mechanic. He enjoyed riding his Harley Motor Cycle.
He is preceded in death by grandfather and great aunt.
George is survived by his mother Mary Ann Bishop and step-father John David Bishop of Golden City, Missouri; brother Charles Zebulyn Pyatt of Jerico Springs, MO; his twin brother and sister, John Ethan Bishop and Jozette (Tootsie) Ann Bishop; both of Golden City, MO; his 3 aunts, Sharon Pyatt, and Peggy Pyatt, both of Summersville, MO, June Hayes of Rose Hill, Kansas; nieces and nephew, Crystal, Tiffany and Lathen; cousins, Jackie Pyatt of Summersville, MO; and Annie Morris of Wichita, Kansas. George is also survived by his many friends.
Funeral Services were held Monday, January 4, 2010 at Bradford Funeral Chapel; Interment was in the Pyatt Family Section of Riley Cemetery. Arrangements were under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Daniel H. Stiles Sr.
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Daniel H. Stiles Sr., the son of Robert and Katherine (Klute) Stiles was born January 3, 1949 at Richmond, California and passed away at Summersville, Missouri, Tuesday, December 29, 2009 making his age 60 years, 11 months and 26 days.
Daniel was united in marriage to Elvia Ramos. After divorcing, he married the love of his life Shirley Ann Mainwaring Stiles.
Danny enjoyed his job. He loved driving his truck over the road. He had a strong passion for American History, and really liked reading. His favorite times were when he could get together with his family.
He is preceded in death by his father Robert M. Stiles and his mother Katherine Stiles.
Surviving are his wife Shirley Stiles of the home in Summersville, Missouri, his brother, Robert Jr. Stiles, and sister Deborah Ruby of California; 4 children, Corina Stiles; Daniel Stiles Jr., both of Fayetteville, Arkansas; Justin Stiles and wife Kayanna of Ozark, Missouri and Nikki (Stiles) Goforth and husband Terry of Republic, Missouri; his 7 grandchildren, James, Cheyenne, Celeste, Seth, Sydnie, Katherine and Parker.
Memorial services were held at the Family Farm near Summersville, Thursday, December 31, 2009 at 4:00 PM. Arrangements were under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Frances Pauline Frye
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Frances Pauline Frye, the daughter of Francis Grover Smotherman and Nannie Mitchell Smotherman was born in Howell County near Mountain View, Missouri, February 7, 1925 and went to her home in Heaven, December 24, 2009 making her age 84 years 10 months and 17 days.
She was united in marriage to Edd Frye, November 13, 1941. To this marriage she brought her daughter Alma Jean, and a son Archie was born in 1942.
She was a member of Oakside Church and attended faithfully for many years. She worked at Angelica Uniform Factory for 37 years. After retiring, she worked at the Summersville Senior Center before she and Edd moved to the Mountain View area. Six years ago she moved into the Mountain View Healthcare where she resided until her death. She enjoyed her life there, making many friends and taking part in activities and games. The highlight of her days while there was winning medals in wheelchair races. She was a great seamstress making clothes for her grandchildren and making many beautiful quilts for her family before she lost her vision.
Pauline is preceded in death by her husband Edd, her parents, Nanny and Francis (Bud) Smotherman, step-father Bake McIntire, brother Howard Smotherman; two little sisters, Belva Jean Smotherman and Vada Sue McIntire.
Surviving are her daughter Jean Helton and husband Andy of Summersville, MO and son Archie Frye of Springhill, Louisiana, 10 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and 17 great-great grandchildren, and several step grandchildren and great great grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters, Irene Nanney and Georgia Boyer of Morton , Washington. Many nieces, nephews, special cousins and friends.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, December 26, 2009 at 2:00 Pm with Rev. Chester Webster officiating. Interment was in Oakside Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Manuel Randall Holden
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Manuel Randell Holden, age 65, born April 6, 1944, son of Clifford "Buck" Holden and Pichie Lola Gale, formerly of Eunice, Missouri, passed away at 4:20 a.m. December, 17th 2009 at St. John’s Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri after complications from a heart attack.
Manuel married Ellen Mae Busse at the age of 18. They met at Ellen’s parents home in Anaconda, Missouri. They began dating and were wed six months later. Ellen still lives in Success, Missouri.
Manuel fathered 7 son’s over the next few years. Manuel Randell Holden jr. 46 of Success, Mo., David Wayne Holden 45 of Success, Mo., Gary Lynn Holden 44 of Cabool, Mo., Steven William Holden 43 of Houston, Mo., Roy Eugene Holden 41 of Greenwood, Indiana., Gregory Shane Holden 39 of Success, Mo., and Daniel Bryan Holden 37 of Houston, Mo.
Manuel enjoyed raising his sons and teaching them to hunt, swim, make a garden, mechanic and many other things to become self reliant alongside the challenges of handling 7 rambunctious boys. He loved camping and swimming in the summer when he was home from the road and at family reunions. He also enjoyed an extensive career as an over the road truck driver as well as self employment in fields like logging, clear cutting, and scrap hauling as well as other odd jobs which showcased his many skills. He loved being in the woods the most and worked hard at it, but made it look easy with tools and machines he fashioned himself. Although a strict and loving father he was also known for his gift of gab and he loved to joke around and fill the air with his infectious laughter.
Manuel was also blessed with 11 Grandkids from six of his seven sons and 8 Great Grandkids which expounded his love of a large family. He once told Ellen that he wanted enough sons to make a baseball team.
Manuel is further survived by 3 sisters: Noveta Smith of Houston, Mo., Foneta Holden of Houston, Mo., and Brenda Bilderback of Rolla, Mo. He is also survived by 2 brothers: Farely
(Farrell) Holden of Lonedell, Mo., and Bruce Holden of Raymondville, Mo.,and many cousins, nephews and nieces.
He will be held in loving memory by his extensive family and all those who came to know his friendly demeanor and charismatic personality.
We Love You Dad for all the things you taught us that we carry with us through our lives. We’ll Miss You !
Funeral Services were held Sunday, December 20th, 2009 at 2:00 PM at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Terry Snelling officiating. Interment was in Antioch Cemetery under the direction of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
James L. Stoops
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James L. Stoops was born November 7, 1909 in Carroll Township, Texas County. Missouri, the son of George and Rosetta (Beckelshymere) Stoops. He passed away at his home in Pinecrest, Wednesday evening, December 3, 2009, making his age 100 years and 25 days.
Memorial Donations in his memory maybe be made to Bethel Cemetery and maybe left at Community Bank NA. Online Condolences may be left at bradfordfuneralhome.net
He completed high school at Summersville in 1927, and began working that year with AT&T in testing and installation. He retired from AT&T in 1969. He then returned to Texas County. He started the first telephone company in Summersville and ran a number of other businesses, including a timber farm, sawmill, a lumber products company, an auto parts supply operation and a trailer park.
Mr. Stoops is a well known local historian who loved music, dancing, gardening and fishing. He has been active in the business community. He and his wife Juanita were very active at the Summersville Senior Center, helping out in any way they could.
Stoops wrote a book "Rocky Trails" about the history of the Ozark area.
Mr. Stoops survived a heart attack and many cancers. He attributed his survival to dancing for exercise between treatments and having something to do every morning and getting up and doing it.
On November 6, his family and friends had a birthday party at the Summersville Senior center to celebrate his turning 100 years. His birthday was mentioned on the Today show, and he received a resolution from the Missouri House presented by Representative Don Wells, for being a Missourian Centenarian.
He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Rosetta, his siblings, Perl who died in infancy; brother Ramon, and sister Muriel Medlock and a daughter-in-law Cindy Stoops.
He is survived by his wife Juanita Stoops, two sons, James L. Stoops and Michael Stoops, four grandchildren, and three great grandchildren and other family members.
Private Graveside services were held Wednesday, December 3, 2009 at Bethel Cemetery. Arrangements were under the Direction of Bradford Funeral Home.
Carol Sue Bell
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Carol Sue (Rightnowar) Bell the daughter of Gerald Gordon and Rhoda Faye (Sullivan) Rightnowar was born at St. Francis Hospital in Mountain View, Missouri, November 16, 1955 and passed away near her home Tuesday, November 23, 2009 making her age 54 years and 8 days.
Carol was united in marriage to Daryl Dewayne Bell, November 24, 1979. To their union 2 children were born, Bradley Gordon and Emily Susan.
Carol became a Christian early in life and attended Fundamental Bible Baptist Church for several years.
In Lieu of Flowers: Memorial Donations or Toys will be distributed by the Jack Fork Rivers Riders. Donations or Toys maybe left at Bradford Funeral Home. The toys in Carols memory will go to local children at Christmas.
Carol enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, and 4-wheeling with her husband Daryl, shopping with her daughters, but most of all being with her granddaughters.
She is preceded in death by one sister Marilyn Rightnowar, one infant brother and father-in-law Charles Bell.
Carol is survived by her husband Daryl of the home; son Brad and wife Becky, daughter Emily and husband Rob, three granddaughters, Kaylea, Audrey, and Allisyn, her father Gerald and mother Rhoda all of the Summersville area, one brother Arnold of Willow Springs, Missouri, her mother-in-law Ruby Bell of Summersville, MO, and a host of in-laws, nieces and nephews.
Services were held Saturday, November 28, 2009 at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel at 1:00 PM with Rev. Chester Webster officiating. Interment was in Bethel Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Kenneth Dale Brooks
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Kenneth Dale Brooks the son of Kenneth and Beverly Burks Brooks was born November 17, 1965 at Mountain View, MO and passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at Mountain View, MO, making his age 44 years and 1 day.
Kenny is preceded in death by one sister Kristen Brooks, his grandparents Clave Brooks and wife Waneda, and grandmother Beulah Burks, one aunt Barbara Martin, one great uncle Bill Wilson.
Surviving are his parents, Ken and Bev Brooks, one daughter Kendra Brooks, two brothers, Bryon Brooks, and Kevin Brooks and wife Connie, all of the Mountain View area; three nieces, Kayla Brooks of Mountain View, MO, Riley Masterson of Springfield, MO; Shaynah Brooks, one nephew Dalton Brooks, two great aunts Dorthy Wilson all of Mountain View, MO, and Aldena Justino of San Leandro, California, two uncles, Jerry Brooks and wife Darlene, and Eldon Martin all of the Mountain View, MO area.
Kenny had many past times, he liked to go arrow head hunting, and had many in his collection. He loved to hunt, fish, ride his dune buggy, and 4 wheeler. When he was young he loved to ride horses and compete in horse shows. He loved to go on trail rides on the weekends with family and friends. He had a love for guns and collected them for many years. He spent a lot of time with his nephew Dalton, and has taught him many of the things he has learned. When Dalton got big enough he taught him the love of hunting, fishing, and arrow head hunting. They loved to compete with each other. They were always hunting and fishing together.
He had many friends and if you ever needed anything he was always there for you. If you needed a ride to work in the snow and ice he would take you . If a storm came through the area, he would be out checking on you to see if everything was ok. If he needed to cut up trees to get your car out, he would. He love to work in heavy equipment.
He visited the nursing home many times, and he put a lot of effort in visiting his older friends. Kenny had a big heart and wanted to make a difference. Kenny would always go to Kendra’s school dance to dance with his daughter. He never missed a chance to dance with his daughter.
Services were held Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 11:00 Am at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel in Summersville with Rev. Glenn Green officiating. Interment was in Arroll Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Otho Allen Shelton
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Otho Allen Shelton was born September 3, 1922 on Sinking Creek in Shannon County, Missouri to Luther and Daisy (Curnett) Shelton. He departed this life in Matthews, Missouri, November 15, 2009 making his age 87 years 2 months and 12 days.
Those proceeding him in death were his parents, Luther and Daisy Shelton, his wife Kathleen (Peters) Shelton, one sister Saphrona Jennings; three brothers, Paris, Perry and Dale Shelton, (two of his brothers, Paris and Perry served in World War II and his youngest brother Dale died while serving in the Military), two nephews, Jay Thomas and Jerry Jennings, and one niece Sandra Perkins.
Surviving him in death is his sister, Thelma Thomas of Eminence, Missouri, two nieces, Joyce Bueter of Prescott, Arizona and Pam Johnston of Winona, Missouri; three nephews, Dee Jennings of Louisiana, Dale Thomas of Eminence, Missouri and Bruce Thomas of Eminence, Missouri; also a host of great nieces and nephews.
Otho gave his life to the Lord many years ago at the Assembly of God Church in Eminence and was baptized in Big Shawnee Creek.
Otho gave his life to the Lord many years ago at the Assembly of God Church in Eminence and was baptized in Big Shawnee Creek.
Otho was a likeable person who loved his family and friends. He will be missed.
Services were held Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mark Thrasher officiating. Interment was in New Eminence Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Brenda Sue VanHorn
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Brenda Sue VanHorn the daughter of Rudpolfh R. Cox and Virginia Lee Williams Cox was born November 24, 1954 in the City of St. Louis, Missouri and passed away surrounded by her many family members, Sunday evening, at November 15, 2009 at 11:30 PM, making her age 54 years 11 months and 21 days.
Brenda and James Edward VanHorn were united in marriage January 2, 1971 making their union together 36 years before James passed away March 13th of 2007. To their union 1 daughter Donna Kay was born.
Brenda was employed for many years by Shop and Save Grocery where she was the Deli Manager. Brenda enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She cared for her husband James during his illness and was a very kind and loving person.
Preceding Brenda in death are her father Rudpolfh Cox; husband James VanHorn, and brother Wayne Cox.
Brenda is survived by her daughter, Donna Kay Hendricks and husband Richard of Fenton, MO two grandchildren, James Hendricks and Brenda Hendricks; her mother Virginia Cox all of Fenton, MO; sisters Lola Parker and husband Bill of Royalton, Illinois; Jean Stitz of Fenton, MO, brother Jesse Cox and wife Toni of Fenton, MO; Dodi Ruble and husband Larry of Cape Girardeau, MO; Joyce Trokey of Manchester, MO; Dennie Cox and wife Bonnie of Maplewood, MO; Rhonda Knox and husband Dr. Ron Knox of Baldwin, MO; Beverly McDevitt of Fenton, MO; Karen Lask of Manchester, MO; Shelly Conners of Fenton, MO; Trish Hedrick and husband Shawn of Cape Girardeau, MO; Linda Cox of Fenton, MO; Michelle Ingerson and husband Don of St. Louis, MO. Brenda is also survived by her close friend Susan Alvey of Fenton, MO and host of nieces and nephews. Brenda was a great grandmother to Abbie Hendricks and a great- grandmother to be.
Graveside services were held Tuesday November 17, 2009 at 4:30 Pm at Antioch Cemetery with Rev. Steve Steelman officiating. Interment was Antioch Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Mildred Hall Bennett
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Bonnie Ipock, age 72 years, 10 months 21 days, a resident of Summersville passed away November 7, 2009 at 2:45 PM at the Mountain View Health Care. She was born December 16, 1936 near Houston, Missouri to John and Elizabeth Park, who were former Summersville residents.
Bonnie worked at Angelica Uniform Factory for 35 years, at Eminence and the Summersville factories. She liked making quilts, gardening, doing puzzles and being with her family.
She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Elizabeth Park, 1 brother George Park; 4 sisters, Levada Stevens, Mattie Brooks, Margaret Wamsley, and Violet Goodman.
Bonnie is survived by two sons, Calvin Ipock and wife Penny of Summersville, MO; Steven Ipock and friend Nancy Owen of Kansas City, Missouri; 1 daughter Linda Hartman of Summersville, MO; 5 grandchildren, Cindy Robertson and husband Jeremy, Ashley Grogan and husband Ryan; and Andy Ipock all of the Summersville area; Tracey Duffey and husband Steven of Lafayette, Louisiana; and Kimberly Hartman of Summersville, 3 great-grandchildren Cameron, Makena and Sydney Robertson of Summersville, 1 sister Nancy Sucher and husband Leroy of Silex, MO; 1brother John Park and wife Carmalee of Cape Coral, Florida; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Services were held Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 2:00 Pm at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Dean Goldsmith officiating. Interment was in Bethel Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Stefanie Procyk
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Stefania Procyk the daughter of John and Sophie Niemniec was born April 21, 1914 in Poland and passed away at home in Summersville, MO, Thursday, October 22, 2009 making her age 95 years.
She was united in marriage to John Procyk in 1939. To their union 1son William was born.
Stefania was a faithful member of the St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Mountain View, MO.
Stefania is preceded in death by her parents, John and Sophia, her beloved husbands, John Procyk, and John Curkan, beloved sister, 2 beloved brothers and beloved daughter-in-law Dorothy Procyk.
She is survived by her son William Procyk of Summersville, MO; her grand-daughter Debra Ann Govoni and sons, William, Eric and Kyle, grand-son-in-law Michael Govoni all of St. Louis; her grand-son Richard John Procyk and sons, Stephen, Richard C., and Scott all of Channahon, Illinois, niece Regina Kochmanska of Poland, nephews, Richard Swivski and Zibigniew Swivski of Poland and Donald Roman of Warren, Michigan.
Funeral Mass Services were Monday, October 26, 2009 at 10:30 Am at the St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Mountain View. MO with Father Ernie Marguart officiating. Interment was in Summersville City Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Mildred Hall Bennett
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Mildred Hall Bennett was born July 22, 1919 to Cliff and Maggie Norris at Hartshorn, MO. She went home to be with the Lord, August 14, 2009 making her age 90 years and 23 days.
On June 26, 1936, she was united in marriage to Silven Hall and to this union three children were born, Imogene, Ruby, and Kenneth. Silven passed away in 1976 and she later married Leo Bennett who is also deceased.
She attended 1st Assembly of God Church in St. Charles, when she was able. In her younger years she attended the Church of God of Prophecy in Summersville. For many years she worked at the Angelica Uniform Factory in Summersville, where she was a sewing machine operator and a supervisor. She still was working, and caring for the elderly in St. Charles at age 85.
Mildred is preceded in death by her parents, Cliff and Maggie, husbands, Silven Hall and Leo Bennett; 4 brothers, Sylvan, Zolan, Cryil and Lorin Norris; and 1 sister Verna Stewart.
She is survived by her 3 children, Imogene Crider, Ruby Tune and Kenneth Hall, all of the St. Charles area; 2 sons-in-law Bob Crider and Charlie Tune; 4 grandchildren, Bryan and Jill Tune, Darrin and Fay Tune, Gina and Vince Jones, Rob and Heather Crider; 6 great grandchildren, Trevor, Ryan and Cooper Tune, Robbie and Emily Crider, and Dalton Jones. She was 1 of 8 children and is survived by 2 sisters, Pauline Odom of Summersville, and Ethel Atchison of St. John and 1 sister-in-law Mary Norris of Summersville. She is also survived by a many nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services were held Sunday August 16, 2009 at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel at 3:00 Pm. with Rev. Gary Steelman officiating. Interment was in Antioch Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Nora Ellen Rakestraw
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Nora Ellen Rakestraw the daughter of George Thomas Bradford and Maude Belle Combs was born August 15, 1921, at Clear Springs, Missouri, and passed away at Ozarks Medical Center in West Plains, Missouri, on Thursday, July 30, 2009, making her age 87 years, 11 months and 15 days.
Nora Ellen was united in marriage to Otis John Rakestraw, July 14,1941, in Ashflat, Arkansas. They had four children, Melba Darlene, Nancy Charlene, Robby Ray and John Carl.
Ellen enjoyed quilting, sewing, and gardening, talking on the CB, decorating wedding and birthday cakes. In her younger years she did some painting and sketching. Ellen took great delight in talking to friends and her greatest love was her family.
Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, Otis J. Rakestraw, one sister at birth, her brother, Robert Eugene Bradford, twin sister, Lou Ella Sherrill and son-in-law, Noland R. Durnell.
Surviving are, three brothers, Woodrow Bradford of Wilder, Idaho, Emmett Bradford of Summersville, Missouri, Elmer Bradford of Elk Creek, Missouri, and one sister May Linderer of Gravette, Arkansas, two daughters, Melba Darlene Durnell and Nancy Charlene Piatt of Republic, Missouri, two sons, Robby Ray Rakestraw and wife Pam of Willow Springs, Missouri, John Carl Rakestraw and wife Sandi of Shell Knob, Missouri. She has 7 grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services were held Monday, August 3, 2009 at 3:00 PM at the First General Baptist church in Willow Springs, Missouri with Rev. Scott Williams officiating. Interment was in Clear Springs Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Ola Mae Harmon
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Ola Mae Harmon, lovingly know as Scoggs was born April 8, 1918 at Hartshorn, Missouri to Charley Monroe Barton and Vena Delphia Crabtree Barton. She passed away Friday, July 24, 2009 at the Down East Health and Rehabilitation, in Gatesville, North Carolina making her age 91 years.
She was united in Marriage to Wilby Harmon Aug 7, 1939 to their union one son Bernard Neal was born. Ola Mae and Wilby later divorced.
She and her son Neal worked the family dairy for many years, she then went to work at the H. D. Lee Factory at Houston, MO where she worked as a pocket creaser. After retiring from H. D. Lee she volunteered at the Summersville Senior Center. She was a member of the Church of God in Summersville. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 6060 in Elizabeth City.
When she became unable to live alone she moved to Sunbury, North Carolina to live with her son Neal and daughter-in-law Phyllis and to be near her 3 grandchildren.
Preceding Scoggs in death are her parents, Charley and Vena Barton, son Bernard Neal Harmon Sr., 4 brothers, Virgil Barton, Cecil Barton, Ralph Barton, and Elmer Barton, 2 sisters, Marie Goetz, and Mildred Cook.
Scoggs is survived by her daughter-in-law Phyllis Harmon of Sunbury, North Carolina; grandchildren, Bernard Neal Harmon Jr. of Virginia Beach, North Carolina; Susan Harmon of Harrisonburg, Virginia, and Justin Harmon of Sunbury, North Carolina; a great grand-daughter Haley Harmon; two sisters, Thelma McKee of Summersville, MO; June Stark and husband Elvin of Ivanhoe, Texas; one brother James (Jim) Barton of St. Charles, Missouri. Scoggs is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Services were held Tuesday, July 28, 2009 at 2:00 Pm at Bradford Funeral Home in Summersville with Rev. Gary Steelman officiating. Interment was in Antioch Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Mary Dormalee Shoults
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Mary Dormalee Shoults the daughter of Russell Shipton and Mary Velma Counts Shipton was born January 26, 1950 at Salem, Missouri. Mary passed away at the Cox Medical Center South in Springfield, Missouri, Sunday, July 19th, 2009 making her age 59 years.
Mary and Dean Shoults were united in marriage April 26, 1969. They were blessed with four children, Classena, Clayton, Carma, and Bonny.
Mary and Dean enjoyed horseback riding and even going on a camping trip and horse backing riding for their honeymoon. She enjoyed riding and visiting with her family and friends. She loved to spend time with her grandchildren and her 2 poodles Spookey and Tanner.
Preceding her in death are her parents, Russell and Mary Velma Shipton, her father and mother- in-law Omer and Dora Shoults.
She is survived by her husband Dean Shoults of Hartshorn, MO; her children, daughter Classena Dawson and husband Patrick of Eminence, Missouri; son Clayton Shoults and Cindy; daughter Carma Green and husband Terry; and daughter Bonny Shoults and Kenny, all of the Hartshorn area, grandchildren, Lacey Pogue, Nikki Green, Garrett Green, Michael Shoults, Kaitlyn Shoults, MacKenzie Shoults, Sierra Shoults, Dillion Dean Shoults, Lilly Lee Shoults, and one great granddaughter Georgia Mae Pouge; Mary is also survived by one brother Gene Shipton and wife Melba of Eminence, Missouri and a host of other family members.
Services were held Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at 11:00 Am at Bradford Funeral Home with Rev. Arvel Schweighauser officiating. Interment was in Antioch Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Donald Elmer Brim
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Donald Elmer Brim the son of Carol Ottis Brim and Velma Jean Dewoody Bruce was born May 17, 1948 in Texas County, MO and passed away at the his daughter Angela’s home in Pocahontas, Illinois, Tuesday morning, July 14, 2009 making his age 61 years.
Donald was united in marriage to Margaret White and to their union three children were born, Gerald L., Timothy Carl, and Angela Jean.
He proudly served in the United States Army from May 25, 1965 to August 2, 1968 and then served in the Army Reserves until May 24, 1971.
He owned his own roofing company and worked as a roofer. For the last few years he has been disabled. He loved to spent time with his grandchildren. He enjoyed helping others in any way he could.
Donald is preceded in death by his father Carol O. Brim, his mother Velma J. Bruce, 1 son Donald Brim Jr., 2 brothers, Carl Eugene Brim, James Ray Ashmore, 2 sisters, Sandra Labee Romines; and Sherri Brim.
Donald is survived by his three children, sons, Gerald L. Brim of Granite City, Illinois; Timothy Carl Brim of Granite City, Illinois, daughter, Angela Jean Brim Anderson and husband John of Pocahontas, Illinois, 1 brother Ronald Brim of Mountain View, MO; 1 niece Tammatha Brim Burrus, 5 grandchildren, Jonathan James Anderson, Tamara Angela Hoffman, Kristina Michelle Anderson, Cameron Brim Gunter and Kodi Brim Vanvoorst, and his step-mother Eula Brim; step brothers, Larry Labbee, Bobby Labbee, Billy Labbee, Tim Labbee and step sister Rhonda Shoults. Donald is also survived by a host of other family members and many friends.
Graveside Services were held Saturday, July 18, 2009 at 1 PM at Antioch Cemetery with Rev. Gary Steelman officiating. Interment and full military honors and honors by Patriot Guard Riders were at Antioch Cemetery in Hartshorn, Mo under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
John J. Bandy
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John J. Bandy, son of John W. Bandy and Nora Victoria Bates was born December 31, 1926 in Summersville, Missouri and went to be with the Lord on Friday evening, July 3, 2009 while residing in Birch View Health Center, making his age 82 years.
John was united in marriage to Gladys Adelia Walsh, September 5, 1970. Gladys passed away November 5, 1978. John was also preceded in death by his parents, John W. and Nora Victoria, four brothers, James Floyd; Rado Clarence, Orville Eugene, and William Anthony; and three sisters, Mildred Pearl Sullins, and husband Elmer; Cecile Jewel Robison and husband Jess; and Mabel Irene Sloan and husband Fred; and two brothers-in-law Vergil Terrill; and Everett Gregory.
He is survived by 5 sisters, Bessie Mae Terrill, Alene Fleener and husband William, Muriel Gregory, Grace Bandy, Mary Lou Beasley and husband Joe; sisters-in-law, Marie Bandy, Audrey Bandy, and Janet Bandy. John will be especially missed by his many nieces and nephews, great and great-great nieces and nephews.
John was baptized into Christ about 5 years ago and was a active member of the Church of Christ in Summersville. He served in the Army during the years of 1945-1952; doing clerical work and as a chief cook.
After leaving the military, John had a variety of occupations and types of employment. He spent several years as a salesman of cars and mobile homes in St. Louis. While working in Illinois in the late 1960's, John married Gladys and lived in Moline, Illinois, working in a foundary. After Gladys’ death, he returned to Missouri and settled in Mountain View, working at AMPI cheese factory for several years until it closed and then at Richard Brothers Grocery. After retiring for the third time, he moved back to his hometown Summersville, close to his family. There he again found employment at South Central Manufacturing Corporation, until a year ago when he became ill.
John had host of beloved family and friends who will miss him greatly. John enjoyed stopping by local businesses and at homes of his family and friends sharing a cup of coffee, a sweet treat, and a story or song.
Sharing his love for the Lord with family and friends, John brought encouragement with personal visits and phone calls. John enjoyed giving a personal touch by giving his sisters flowers, pretty dishes to nieces, and nephews when the got married, special birthday gifts and gifts for his new baby great nieces and nephews.
John loved his family and they loved him. Everyone needs an "Uncle or Brother John" and then they will be very blessed as his family is. John will be missed.
Services were held Tuesday, July 7, 2009 at 11:00 Am at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Bill Cooper officiating. Interment was in Summersville City Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Ralph Benjamin Bashor
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Ralph Benjamin Bashor, son of Amos A. Bashor and Nora Mae (Griffith) Bashor, was born July 22, 1924 at home in Arroll, Missouri and passed away at St. Johns Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, Sunday, June 14, 2009 making his age 84 years 10 months 23 days.
Ralph was united in marriage to Wilma Ramahjean Warburton, August 21, 1948. To their union two children were born, a son, Dallaslee Eugene Bashor of Summersville, MO and daughter, Nora Jean Bashor (Marks) of Augusta, GA.
Ralph attended Johns District 99 School of Texas County, Summersville, MO 1st through 8th grade. He earned his high school diploma through the United States Army Air Corps. Ralph was inducted into the Army Air Forces April 19, 1943 and served in World War II from April 26, 1943 through Oct 23, 1945. Ralph held the rank of Tech/Sgt and was the top gunner and chief engineer on a B-24 Liberator Bomber and flew 45 missions in Italy; there he earned five Bronze Battle Stars, for campaigns in North Appenniens, Po Valley, Rhineland, Central Europe, and Air Combat Balkans. Ralph also earned the following medals, Air Crew Member Wings, Aerial Gunner Wings, European African Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon, Air Force Good Conduct Medal, Overseas Medal, Air Service Medal with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters, Carbine Rifle and expert Pistol Medals.
With honorable discharge Ralph returned home and took up farming with his brother Charley. After his elopement with his bride in Hardy, Arkansas he began a full time milk route in the area. For a short while he was employed at Red Field Iowa Brick Yard. Soon after Ralph began working in the timber industry between Colorado, Utah, and Missouri. Ralph and Jean opened the R & J Mobile Gas Station/General Store in Arroll in 1966. Ralph also drove a Summersville school bus for many years and ran a backhoe and dump truck business. For several years, he worked grading the roads for his local township then retiring and returned to farming full time.
Ralph attended Arroll Church in his younger years and was saved. He was faithful to pray with his wife daily.
Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, Amos A. and Nora Mae; a half brother Fred Bashor; four brothers, Amos, Harvey, Charley and Mark Bashor; three sisters, Carrie Baird, Ann Myers, and Myrtle Freeman; three nephews, Clifford Leroy Bashor, Douglass Holloway, Fred Birch; and one niece Beverly Millender. Ralph is survived by his wife Jean of the home, son Dallaslee of Summersville, MO; daughter Nora Jean and her husband Chris Marks of Augusta, GA, two grandsons, Ralph Benjamin Bashor and wife Shawna, and Adam Lee Bashor; one granddaughter Cari Alaine Marks; two great-grandchildren, Collin Andrew Bashor and Patricia Jade Bashor; three nephews, Lawrence Birch of California, Archie Fred Bashor of Summersville and Ricky Bashor of Seoul, Korea; two nieces, Shirley Ross and Robin Eagle both of Springfield, MO.
Ralph will be greatly missed by his family and friends. His caring personality, warm heart and selflessness generosity created countless memories for all those who knew and loved him.
Funeral services were held Friday, June 19, 2009 at 2 p.m. at Midvale Church with Rev. Emmett Bradford and Rev. Pat Cronk officiating. Interment was in Arroll Cemetery with full military honors, under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Carrie Marie Gill
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Carrie Marie Gill the 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 they had 4 children, 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, 1 brother, Bill James Riddle and 1 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; 9 grandchildren, several great grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 at 11:00 Am at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel in Summersville, MO with Rev. Gary Steelman officiating. Interment will be in Antioch Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of summersville.
Lewis Esco Riley
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Lewis Esco Riley son of John Wesley Riley and Bertha Leona Martin Riley was born September 7, 1918 at Hartshorn, Missouri and passed away at the Texas County Memorial Hospital, Friday June 12, 2009 making his age 90 years 9 months and 5 days.
Esco was united in marriage to Mary Agnes Tyler, January 9, 1939. To their union 6 children were born, Joyce, Mary, Glenn, Faye, Michael and Stephen.
Esco was a member of the Valley Center Baptist Church at Hartshorn where he attended as long as his health permitted.
Esco grew up along the Current River in Shannon County and loved to fish. He had a old Jeep so he and Agnes could get into the rough places where no one else fished. He had a CB radio and made many friends of those he chatted with.
Preceding him in death were his father and mother, son Michael, daughter Joyce, grandson Rick and brother Oscar.
Surviving are his wife Agnes of the home, son Glenn and wife Jean of Hartshorn, MO; son Stephen and wife April of Angier, North Carolina; daughter Mary Kirkman and husband Bob of Independence, Missouri; daughter Faye Hartman and husband Roger of Batesville, Mississippi; grandsons, Randy Dale, Scott Kirkman, Michael Riley, Brad Riley, Gary Hartman, and Nathaniel Riley; granddaughters, Cindy Young, Carrie Briggs, Christina Hall, Angela Acklin, Jessica Clark, Stephanie Riley, and Frances Riley, 10 great grandsons, 5 great granddaughters, and 1 great great grandson, and 1 great great granddaughter, 2 brothers, Dredward Riley and wife Delra of Independence, Missouri; John Riley and wife Norma of East Peoria, Illinois and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral Services were held Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at 11:00 AM at Bradford Funeral Home with Rev. Gary Steelman officiating. Interment was in Antioch Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Patty Plowman Ommert
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Alice. V. Plowman-Ommert the daughter of Guy L. Hartman and Ellen Lynch Hartman was born September 27, 1934 in Summersville, MO, and went to her Heavenly home Saturday May 30, 2009 making her age 74 years 8 months and 3 days.
Patty was united in marriage to Charles Plowman, April 11, 1952 making their union 37 years before his passing. To their union three sons were born, Charles, Douglas and Steven. She married Elden Ommert, January 1991 making their union 10 years before his passing.
Patty was a home maker and very active. She loved quilting, square dancing and fishing. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Houston. She attended the North side Baptist Church in Houston.
Patty and Bob lived in Summersville where they raised their family, after his passing she moved to the Raymondville and Houston area. There she met and married Elden Ommert.
Preceding Patty in death are her parents, Guy and Ellen Hartman; her husbands Charles Plowman and Elden Ommert, 1 sister Ruth Brooks, 6 brothers, Royce Hartman, Eugene Hartman, John Hartman, Harbert Hartman, David Hartman and Earl Hartman.
Surviving are her three sons, Charles Plowman of Summersville, MO; Doug and Kim Plowman of Pacific, MO; Steve and Melissa Plowman of Summersville, MO; 5 grandchildren, Jayci Clayton, Nicole Plowman, Douglas Paul Plowman, Tyler Plowman, Wyatt Plowman, one great grandson Michael Jay Clayton, 1 sister, Betty Rees and husband Denver of Springfield, MO; and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members.
Services were held Tuesday, June 2, 2009 at 2 Pm at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. John Atchison officiating. Interment was in Bethel Cemetery near Summersville under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Ruby Ethel Connolly
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Ruby Ethel Connolly, the 3rd child of 13 children born to Luther Lewis Sullivan and Lizzie Laura Holland Sullivan was born June 6, 1918 near Hartshorn, Missouri and went in to the arms of Jesus Friday, May 22, 2009 at 3:15 PM at the Texas County Memorial Hospital in Houston, Missouri making her age 90 years 11 months and 16 days.
She was united in marriage to James David Connolly, February 24, 1940 at Salem, MO. and to their union two children were born, Donna and Dean. She and David were married 49 years before his death in April 1989.
She accepted Christ at an early age and was the oldest member of the Raymondville Baptist Church in Raymondville, MO. Ruby worked at International Shoe Company in Houston, MO for several years, and then worked at White’s Nursery near Licking, MO. She was a loving wife, mother and a partner to her husband David working with him on the family farm. She loved gardening, working in her flowers and yard. She enjoyed visiting with friends, neighbors, and her many family members.
Ruby is preceded in death by her husband David, her parents, Luther and Lizzie Sullivan, 6 sisters, Pauline Sullivan, Ida Mae Maggard, Nedria Fiske, Ada Scott, Marie Powell, Wilma Smith, 3 brothers, Earnest, Elmer, and Delmar Sullivan.
Ruby is survived by her children, Donna McCellan and husband Dick of LaPorte, Colorado, Dean Connolly and wife Sue of Sturgeon, Missouri, 5 grandchildren, Sandra and Andy Legino, of Ault Colorado, Sara and Kevin Anderson; Saneta and Brion Gavette all of Gill, Colorado; Brent Connolly of Sturgeon, Missouri; Tracy and Ron Roberts of Higbee, MO; 15 great grandchildren, Brittany and Zach Legino; Geoffrey, Lindsey and Greg Anderson, Tyler, Hayden, Toby, and Evie Kay Gavette; Ashley and Andy Sunderland; Ryan and Kristal Roberts, Garret and Justin Connolly, 2 great great grandchildren, Kaley and Addisyn Sunderland, two sisters, Geraldine Hogan of Westphalia, Missouri, Lucille Denton of Summersville, Missouri, one brother Delbert Sullivan and wife Dorothy of Summersville, Missouri; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Services will be held Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 10: Am at Bradford Funeral Home in Summersville, MO with Rev. Frank White officiating. Interment will be in Allen Cemetery near Raymondville, MO under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Faye Lessey
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Faye was the daughter of Eunice N. (Smith) and Charles T. Allen. She was born Sept. 28, 1923 at Arma Kansas. She passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2009 at the age of 85, at the Waynesville Life Care Center.
Faye was baptized into Christ at the age of 14 and lived faithfully for Christ until her death. She attended the Church of Christ in Summersville for many years. When Faye and Dale moved to the St. Robert’s area, they were very faithful members of the St. Robert Church of Christ. She was a retired nurse’s aide.
She married Johnnie A. Davidson Aug. 20, 1942. He pre-deceased her Sept. 25,1990. Their children, Kay McClure; Vernon R. Davidson and Nancy F. Cooper survive her, together with their spouses, Mac McClure; Mary Ann Davidson and Lawrence Cooper, they gave her seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren, and one great grandson.
Faye married Dale B. Lessy, previously from Colorado, Nov. 15, 1993. Their years together were happy and contented. They made their home in Summersville, MO until 2003. When they moved to St. Robert, MO where they resided until their deaths.
Faye’s parents, four brothers and two sisters preceded her in death. Sibling that survive her are two sisters and one brother. Many nieces, nephews and friends will mourn her passing.
Faye will rest in the Midvale Cemetery between her two husbands, Johnnie and Dale.
Graveside Services were held Friday, May 22nd, 2009, at Midvale Cemetery at 1 PM with Bro. William Fleener and Bro Randall Duvall officiating. Interment was in Midvale Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Vivian Marjorie Stringer
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Vivian Marjorie Stringer the daughter of Det. J. Chesteen Smith and Beatrice Estelene Olson Smith was born at Ysleta, Texas, May 5, 1937 and went into the arms of Jesus, Monday evening, May 18, 2009 at her home in Hartshorn, making her age 72 years and 13 days.
Vivian was united in marriage to Donald Auston Stringer June 19, 1955. To their union 4 children were born, Robert Warren, Dorvan Eugene, Gregory Keith, and Lisa Charlene.
Vivian worked at the H.D. Lee Company in Houston for over 30 years. She worked with many machines such as the belt-looper, joiner machine and for the last 15 years as a quality control inspector. After the H.D. Lee factory closed, she worked in the Summersville School District as a substitute cook and later at Liberty High School as a full time cook for over 2 years. This job brought great joy to her life as she loved feeding all those children, especially her grandkids. She became Grandma to many kids during those years.
Besides spending time with her family, her greatest moments were spent tending her flowers, watching and feeding her many birds, and playing the bass guitar. She was blessed with a great sewing talent and loved making quilts with her sisters-in-laws. She made several quilts for her grandchildren’s graduations as that was her way of showing them how proud she was of them. She also donated several quilts for benefits and to those in need.
Vivian was always faithful in her church attendance first at Midvale Pentecostal Church and later at the Hartshorn Assembly of God Church where she beamed with joy as she praised God under the leadership of her son Dorvan as pastor and later her nephew Gary. She spent the majority of her life serving God and was always willing to help with anything that needed to be done. She was a very talented musician and was blessed with the ability to play many musical instruments. Vivian was a very unselfish lady that wished the best for everyone. No sacrifice was too great for her family. She loved them all very much.
Preceding Vivian in death are her father Det, her mother Beatrice, her husband Donald, and one brother Miles.
She is survived by her 4 children, Warren Stringer and wife Tammy of Kissee Mills, Missouri; Dorvan Stringer and wife Sheri of Summersville, Missouri; Greg Stringer and wife Tammy of Summersville, Missouri; Lisa Cooley and husband Eric of Lebanon, Missouri, 12 grandchildren, 1 great granddaughter, and 1 great grandson, 1 brother Kenneth Smith and wife Roberta of Marshfield, Missouri; 1 sister Sherry Kuhn and husband Allen of Springfield, Missouri, 1step sister Wilma Faye Jackson of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; 1 sister-in-law Margaret Smith of Houston, Missouri and a host of other family members and friends.
Services were held Friday May 22, 2009 at 10 Am at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel in Summersville with Rev. Gary Steelman officiating. Interment was in Antioch Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Lulu Irene Russell
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Lulu Irene Russell the daughter of David Whaley and Ora Adell White Whaley was born January 14, 1920 at Mt. Pleasant, Iowa and passed away at St. Francis Hospital in Mountain View, Missouri, Saturday morning, May 16, 2009 making her age 89 years.
Lulu was united in marriage in 1938 to Paul Riley of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa and to their union one son Paul Leroy was born. After their divorce, she married Claude Alfonso Aynes in the early1940's, to their union 6 children were born: Raymond, Phyllis, Shirley, Claudette, Adell (Jeanie) and Linda. In October 1963, Claude passed away, she married William Frank Russell Aug 15, 1964.
Lulu and Frank moved from Morning Sun, Iowa to Summersville, Missouri in 1979. Frank passed away November of 1989. Lulu then moved to the Summersville Senior Citizens Center where she lived until she was unable to live alone. She then moved to the Mountain View Health Care where she loved playing Bingo and visiting with friends.
Her favorite pastimes and hobbies were gardening, working with her flowers, playing Bingo and crocheting. She loved to talk about her 22 grandchildren, her 46 great grandchildren, and her 9 great great grandchildren.
Preceding her in death are her parents, three husbands, 4 brothers, Ernest, Walter, Herman and David Whaley; 2 sisters, Florence Swailes, and Isabelle Purkapile.
Lulu is survived by her children, Raymond Aynes and wife Nancy of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa; Phyllis Erbst and husband Bill of Calamus, Iowa; Shirley Dearth and husband Don of Morning Sun, Iowa; Claudette Thomason and husband Terry of Carthage, Illinois; Adell (Jeanie) Enloe and husband Kenny of Hartshorn, Missouri; Linda Aynes Villarreal-Kinnison of Morning Sun, Iowa and Paul Leroy Riley and wife Roberta of Keokuk, Iowa. Lulu is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews and a host of other family members.
Services will be held at First Baptist Church in Yarmouth, Iowa on Wednesday, May 20th at 2 PM with Pastor Paul Hooks officiating, visitation precedes services from10-12. A luncheon will be served following visitation. Burial will be in the Elm Wood Cemetery in Morning Sun, Iowa under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville, Missouri.
John Richard Dobelman
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John Richard Dobelman the son of Adolph F. Dobelmann and Agnes Fanning Dobelmann was born November 21, 1935 at Old Monroe, MO and passed away from esophageal cancer Tuesday, April 28, 2009 making his age 73 years 5 months and 7days.
Jack was united in marriage to Norma McManus, to their union 3 children were born. He then married Helen Virginia Musgrave and to their union 3 children were born. After Helen Virginia’s death, Jack then married Helen Kindernay, October 12, 1979, with whom he shared his children and the rest of his life.
He worked in commercial printing from age 17 til mid 2007, when he retired. Jack and Helen also owned and operated Dobelman’s Residential Care Facility I in Summersville for approximately 10 years.
Jack was a faithful member of the St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Mountain View where he served as an usher.
Jack was well known for his chilli, which he shared at his church, friends and at many fun-raisers. He enjoyed fishing, and shuffleboard. His most precious memories were with his children and his family. His favorite football team was the St. Louis Rams which he watched on tv as often as he could.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Adolph and Agnes, and his 2nd wife Helen Virginia.
He is survived by his wife Helen of the home in Summersville, MO; his sister, Sister Rose Marie Dobelman CPPS of O’Fallon, MO; his children, John Dobelman of St. Louis, MO; Victoria Mosley and Kenneth of St. Louis, MO; Lawrence Dobelman and Patti of St. Louis, MO; Michael Dobelman and Tiffany of Oak Harbor, Washington; Darren Dobelman and Marsha of Wichita, Kansas; Ryan Dobelman and Kim of Summersville, MO; 7 grandchildren, and 1 great grand-daughter; 1 aunt Irene Dobelman; many cousins and friends. Jack will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Services: were held Saturday May 2nd, at 11:00 Am at the St. John’s Catholic Vianney Church with burial in the St. John Vianney Cemetery in Mountain View, MO; with Father Ernest Marquart officiating. Arrangements were under the direction of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Ruban Doyal Wilkins
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Ruban Doyal Wilkins the son of William (Bill) Green Wilkins and Lula Joyce Akers Wilkins was born October 16, 1922 at Eminence, Missouri and passed away at the Circle of Life Hospice Care in Springdale, Arkansas, Monday, February 16, 2009 making his age 86 years and 4 months.
Doyal was united in marriage to Juanita Fay Ferrell, December 6, 1942 and to their union 4 children were born, William Doyal, Betty Sue, Darrell Lynn, and David Lee.
He served in the United States Army serving during WW II, from March 10, 1943 to January 20, 1946. He worked construction, until he became disabled. He like to hunt and be outdoors when his health permitted.
Preceding Doyal in death are his parents, Bill and Lula, 2 sons, William Doyal and David Lee, 5 brothers, Vernon, Clinton, Gordan, Billy, and Glenn, two sisters, Lillie Adams and Theo Price.
Surviving are his wife Juanita of the home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, daughter Betty Sue Wilkins, son Darrell Wilkins and wife Sam all of the Prairie Grove , Arkansas area; 9 grandchildren, Kenneth Doyal, Lynnita Lea, Rubecca Suzette, Stephen Shawn, William Glenn, Doyal Brent, William Brad, Amanda Nicole, Brian William; and 9 great grandchildren; 1 brother Leland Wilkins and wife Magdoline of Newburg, Missouri; 2 sisters, Thelma Warren of Denver, Colorado and Edna Engler of Topeka, Kansas. He is also survived by a multitude of nieces, nephews and a host of other family members.
Funeral Services were held Friday, February 20, 2009 at 11:00 Am at Bradford Funeral Home in Summersville, Missouri with Rev. Leland Mooney officiating. Interment and military honors were held at Shiloh Cemetery near Alton, MO under the care of Bradford Funeral Home. Online condolence to the family maybe left at bradfordfuneralhome.net.
Walt Buell
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Walter Lando Beull was born November 1, 1922 at Yakima, Washington to Ernest Walter Buell and Ethel Margie Langworthy Buell. Walt passed away at the Mountain View Health Care in Mountain View, Missouri, Friday, February 13, 2009 making his age 86 years.
He was united in marriage to Patricia L. Bledsoe, July 6, 1962. Pat brought one daughter Linda and Walt brought on daughter Barbara to their family.
Walt worked in Washington State for many years, working for Weyerhaeuser Timber Company for many years. He was the foreman of his unit, where they cut, logged and worked up the timber. Walt and Pat moved to Summersville in the early 70's where they bought a ranch, and ran a ranching operation for several years. They went in to the dairy business, milking dairy cows for approximately 5 years, selling the dairy, and ranching business when Walt became unable to milk and farm. After selling the business, Walt retired and they moved to Mountain View.
Private funeral rites were held and burial was in Midvale Cemetery near Summersville under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
Ervin A. Stewart
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Ervin Arnold Stewart the son of Oscar A. Stewart and Bessie Ellen Day Stewart was born February 4, 1930 at Hartshorn, Missouri; and passed away at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, Monday, February 9, 2009 making his age 79 years and 5 days.
Ervin was married to Joy Michel and to their union two daughters, Sandra Lea and Pamela Sue were born.
At age 19 Ervin moved to St. Louis where he worked as a truck driver, machinist and owned his own taxi service. He enjoyed reading, restoring old cars, doing mechanical work and was avid Cardinals fan.
He is preceded in death by his parents Oscar and Bessie, 4 brothers, James, Paul, Elmer and Everett, 3 sisters, Ethel, Velma, and Virgie.
Surviving are his two daughters, Sandra Stewart-Rollins and husband Will Rollins of St. Charles, MO; Pamela Hauk and husband Tim of St. Peters, MO; 2 grand-daughters, Jamie Fry; Jennifer Sanders and husband Matt; 2 great- grandchildren Owen Sanders, Olivia Sanders; 1 brother Don Stewart of Hartshorn, MO; two sisters-in-law Geraldine Stewart and Juanita Stewart- Norin.
Services were held Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at 1:00 Pm at Bradford Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Gary Steelman officiating. Interment was in Antioch Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Bradford Stillborn Twins
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The still born twins son of James Lee and Lisa (Brewer) Bradford went into the arms of Jesus, Friday, January 23, 2009 at the Texas County Memorial Hospital in Houston, Missouri.
Their loss will be mourned by their parents, James Lee and Lisa Bradford of Summersville; paternal grandparents James and Sherry Bradford of Summersville; maternal grandparents, Doug and Marla Brewer of Birch Tree, great grandparents, Olive Faulkner of Birch Tree, John and Argylene Brewer of Neosho, Paul and Joy Grogan; Emmett and Beth Bradford all of Summersville, 1 uncle Bobby Brewer, 2 aunts, Kim Brewer and Amanda Bradford. A host of other family members and friends will also mourn the loss of God’s precious babies.
Graveside Services were held Saturday, January 24, 2009 at 1:00 Pm at Midvale Cemetery with Brother James Bradford officiating. Interment was in Midvale Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Delmer Tuttle
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Delmer Tuttle the son of Grover Tuttle and Annie Powell Tuttle was born February 17, 1926 at Summersville, Missouri. Delmer went to his heavenly home, Saturday evening, January 10, 2009 while in the St. Johns Hospital in Springfield, Missouri making his age 82 years.
Delmer was united in marriage to Ruth Stark, July 2, 1949 at Salem Arkansas, and to their union 5 children were born, Karen, Sharon, Ronald, Donald and Gary.
Delmer served in the United States Navy from May 9, 1944 to January 21, 1946, during World War II. While in the service he earned Asiatic Pacific 5 Stars; Philippine Liberation Bronze Star, and a Victory Medal. After the Navy, Delmer worked in St. Louis for about 8 years, then moved the family to Summersville and bought a farm. He did a variety of jobs in this area, milked cows, cut cordwood, built fence, worked at the pallet mill and farmed as long as his health would permit.
Delmer was a long-time member of the Hartshorn Church of Christ and was currently attending the Church of Christ at Flat Rock.
Delmer is preceded in death by: his parents, Grover and Annie; 3 brothers, Glenn Tuttle, Elmer Tuttle, Gloster Tuttle, 2 sisters, Alice Jones and Gladys Tuttle, and a great grand-daughter Hannah Johnson.
Delmer is survived by his wife Ruth Tuttle of Summersville, MO; 2 daughters, Karen McAdams and husband Mike of Summersville, MO; Sharon Cook and husband Jim of Hartshorn, MO; 3 sons, Ron Tuttle and wife Cathy; Don Tuttle and wife Barb; Gary Tuttle and wife Candy all of the Summersville area; 11 grandchildren, Kayanna Stiles and husband Justin, Amanda McAdams, Christina Conner and husband Michael, Keith Tuttle and wife Kristin, Shari Tune and husband Jason, Jamie Cook, Angie Johnson and husband Chance, Jason Tuttle and wife Desiree, Melissa Tuttle, Jessica Wilson and husband Brian and Waylon Tuttle; 12 great grandchildren, Seth, Brookelynn, Anthony, Alex, Colton, Sam, Conner, Carson, Riley, Carlie, Kaithlyn and Issac. Delmer is also survived by 2 sisters, Bessie Brawley and husband Corvin; Wilma Breeding all of the Summersville area and a host of nieces, nephews and many other family members and friends.
Services were held Tuesday, January 13th, 2009 at 11:00 Am at Bradford Funeral Home with Brother Tom Dennis officiating. Interment was in Summersville City Cemetery with Military Honors, under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Vernon Paul Smith
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Vernon Paul Smith, passed away January 3rd, 2009, at the Life Care Center in Brookfield, Mo. Vern, also known by friends and associates as "Chick" or "Smitty" succumbed to liver failure.
Vern was born July 27, 1930 in Hartshorn, Missouri, to Ada and Zachariah Herbert Smith. He was the 7th of ten children born and raised on the family farm. After an early graduation in 1946, Vern taught at Round Valley School near Hartshorn. He then joined the United States Navy in 1948. "Smitty", as his fellow sailors called him, served a year that included tours in Panama and Cuba. He served on the USS Power and the USS Dyess. After his service in the U.S. Military, Chick moved to California and stayed with his sister Eula in Mill Valley, California. There he met his wife Marlene Patricia Mullen in Santa Rosa, California.
Chick and Marlene were married in 1958. They had three children: Mona Marlene, Virgil Paul, and David Alan.
Chick became a union carpenter in 1952 and worked in the trade for many years. He worked his way from carpenter, to foreman, to general foreman and then superintendent. Over the years he oversaw many high profile projects, including the original Alpine Meadows ski lodge in Tahoe, the Village Mall in Corte Madera, enclosing the Northgate Mall in San Rafael, and Skywalker Ranch in San Rafael, home of George Lucas's Lucasfilm.
When Chick retired in 1985, he declined an offer to work on Euro-Disney and shortly thereafter decided move back to his home state of Missouri to perform evangelistic work for the Church of Christ. Vernon was baptized into Christ in 1961 and was an active member of the Church until his death. Vern served in many communities in Missouri and the Midwest. He made many friends and supporters while serving his faith.
After his initial move back to Missouri, Chick moved to several communities, including Hartshorn, Summersville, and Ozark; his last home was in Meadville.
Vernon was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Virgil, Clinton, Walter, Ralph, and Charles; and sisters Eula Murfin and Mildred. Vern is survived by his wife, Marlene, his children, Mona, David, Paul and daughter-in-law Diana, his grandchildren Steven, Zachary, Nicole and Luke, brother Arthur of Sonoma, California, sister Velma Wallace of Villa Ridge, Mo., and many nieces and nephews.
Services were held January 8th, 2009 at 1:00 Pm at Bradford's Funeral Home in Summersville, MO, with Rev. Thom Dennis Officiating. Interment was in Antioch Cemetery in Hartshorn, Mo under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of summersvillle, MO.
Marie Kathern Hager
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Marie Kathern Hager the daughter of Fred William Smith and Margaret H. Hentcher was born January 2, 1915 at Desoto, Missouri. Marie passed away at the Mountain View Health Care in Mountain View, Missouri, Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at the age of 94 years.
For many years Marie lived and worked in St. Louis/Desoto area. Where she worked in the auto industry on the assembly line. She moved to the Mountain View area to be near her sister Gertrude. In 2002 she went to live at the Mountain View Health Care.
She is survived by her sister Gertrude Christopher of Mountain View, Missouri and brother Frank Smith of Valley Mines, Missouri.
Cremation and arrangements were under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Ted Andrew Wagner
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Ted Andrew Wagner the son of William F. Wagner and Glenna L. Wood-Wagner was born at San Bernardino, California July 5th, 1956 and went to his heavenly home Friday, January 2, 2009 making his age 52 years 5 months and 28 days.
Ted was united in marriage to Ledena Jo Turner, May 25, 1977. To their union 4 children were born, Andria, Travis, Alisha and Mackenzie.
Ted attended the First General Baptist Church in Willow Springs, Missouri and made his confirmation at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Willow Springs.
He loved reading, bible study, nature, hunting, and walking in the woods. He enjoyed helping people in many discrete ways. His favorite times were when he was with his family, he loved telling wonderful stories and making people smile and laugh.
Ted is preceded in death by his young son Travis Dewayne.
He is survived by his wife Ledena Wagner of Summersville, Missouri; his children, Alisha Favazza and husband Matt of Branson, Missouri; Andria and Brad Wall of Marshfield, Missouri; Mackenzie Wagner of Summersville, one granddaughter Elizabeth Wall; his parents, Bill and Glenna Wagner; his brothers, Fred and Cindy Wagner, Steve and Kathy Wagner all of the Willow Springs area. Ted is also survived by a host of other family members and many friends he has made during his walk on earth.
Funeral Services were held at 10:00Am at the First General Baptist Church in Willow Springs, Missouri, Monday, January 5, 2009 with Rev. Scott Williamson and Rev. Steve Steelman officiating. Interment was in Nagle Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home.
John H. Bach
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John Herbert Bach, the son of George Bach and Ola Maxine Matney Bach, was born on March 9th 1958 at West Plains, Missouri and passed away at his home in Springfield, Missouri; Wednesday, December 24th 2008, making his age 50 years, 9 months and 15 days.
John served his country in the United States Navy during the years of 1975-1979, earning many awards.
He worked in the construction field as a equipment operator. He was an active member of the Linn Baptist Church. John enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his son. He was a good neighbor, who helped anyway he could.
John is survived by his son Johnathan, of West Plains, MO; mother Maxine Bach, and his two sisters Sandra Bartlett and Deborah Thompson and their families.
Full Military Rites were given at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Springfield, Missouri Wednesday, December 31, 2008. He was interred in the Veterans Cemetery. Arrangements were under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Carol Fay (Banks) Smith
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Carol Fay (Banks) Smith, the daughter of James Earl Banks and Hazel Mae (Campbell) Banks was born on Spring Valley, in the family home, November 25, 1948, and passed away at Cox South Memorial Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, December 27, 2008, making her age 60 years, 1 month, and 2 days.
Carol was united in marriage to Gary Wayne Smith July 30, 1965. To their union 3 children were born; Karen Sue, Stacy Wayne and Traci Nicole.
Carol was dedicated to her husband of 43 years and to her family. Carol worked side by side with Gary at the business that they ran for 38 years. Carol enjoyed most spending time with her six grandchildren, who were most precious to her. She was an avid golfer and had many friends with whom she enjoyed spending time with. Carol was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many and she will be greatly missed by those who loved her.
Preceding her in death are: father, James Earl Banks; mother, Hazel Mae Banks; brother, John Houston Banks; and sister Betty Jane Boyet.
Surviving are: husband Gary Wayne Smith; daughter, Karen Sue (Smith) Copeland; son, Stacy Wayne Smith and daughter in law, Michelle Smith; daughter, Traci Nicole (Smith) Henson and son in law, Cody Henson; six grandchildren, Skylar Lee-Anna Copeland; Kyle Christian Copeland, Kyndall Smith Copeland, Anthony Jacob Smith, Wendy Ann Smith, and Creighton Leigh Henson; sister, Shirley Jean Patton; brother, James Kenneth Banks; brother, Harold Dean Banks; sister, Kathleen Martin; and many nieces and nephews.
Grave-side services were held Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at 11:00 Am at Munsell Cemetery in Eminence, MO with Rev. Robert Medley officiating. Interment was in Munsell Cemetery under the care of Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.