2015-2019, MO, Compiled by James W. Blankenship jkblank1(at)sbcglobal.net
Adair
2018, Brashear, Adair Co.,
MO, Obituary
http://www.columbiatribune.com/obituaries/20180512/helen-ilene-stutsman
Helen Ilene Stutsman, 85, of Brashear,
Missouri passed away peacefully early Thursday, May 10, 2018 at Northeast
Regional Medical Center. The daughter of Charles and Elizabeth (Berryman)
Hettinger, she was born June 26, 1932 in Lewis County, MO.
Ilene attended schools in rural Lewis and
Knox Counties and graduated from Brashear High School in 1950. Following high
school, she was employed at the glove factory in Edina, MO where she caught the
eye of her future husband while walking home from work one day. On October 4,
1952 she was united in marriage to Fredrick Leon Stutsman and he preceded her
in death on October 30, 1999. They started their lives together as husband and
wife in Edina before moving to Phoenix, AZ for the health of their son, David.
After a few years in Phoenix they started making their way back to Missouri
with short stays in Wichita, KS and Farmington, IL, finally settling in
Brashear where they purchased their turkey farm. She spent many years milking
jersey cows by hand to sell to Producers Creamery in Kirksville. Ilene was a
devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved spending
time with her family, caring for her animals and gardening. She enjoyed her
time spent attending the Brashear Community Bible Church.
Ilene was preceded in death by her
parents; four brothers, Charles Hettinger, Carol Hettinger, Robert Hettinger
and Billie Hettinger; one sister, Betty Irene Florea; and one great- grandson,
Jacob King.
Ilene is survived by five children,
Michael Lee Stutsman, Vickie Lynne Darnel and husband Jim, Brian David Stutsman
and wife Julie, Rebecca Kathleen Bunch and companion Dan Weaver, and Wendy
Elaine Potter and husband Rick; two sisters, Elizabeth Darlene Day and Marjorie
Collene Wileman all of Brashear; two brothers-in-law, Lawrence Stutsman of
LaBelle, MO and Howard Florea of Edina, MO; two sisters-in-law, Madeline
Hettinger of Fort Gratiot, MI and Doris Hettinger of Brashear; fifteen grandchildren,
Renee Reeves and husband Jim, Tracy Schmitz and husband John, Joshua Darnel and
wife Tiffany, Colby Stutsman and wife Carla, Tara Blankenship and husband
Aaron, Joe Dimmitt and
wife Missy, Lindsey Cunningham and husband Derek, Ricky Bunch and fiancée Laina
Seay, Trever Bunch and wife Cierra, Chelsie Potter, Chassie Clay and husband
Joshua, Madeline King and husband Michael, Saydie Potter, Mechelia Potter, and
Wyatt Potter; 26 great-grandchildren, Hannah and Noah Reeves; Macy,
Weston, Coleman, Travis, and William Darnel; Aidan Dimmitt; Peyton and Adasyn
Osborn, Kayla Bean and husband Norm, Lucas and Allison Cunningham; Lane and
Paige Stutsman; Erial Stutsman, Corbitt and Harvester Blankenship; Finnian and
Arronius Bunch; Kamryon Cornelison, Laine and Maciella Huttinstine; Cole and Hailey
Clay; Gregory King; and one great-great-granddaughter, Adeline Bean.
Funeral service will be held at 3 p.m.
Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at Davis-Playle-Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home with interment
to follow at Park View Memorial Gardens in Kirksville. Pallbearers are Joe
Dimmitt, Colby Stutsman, Joshua Darnel, Ricky Bunch, Trever Bunch, Wyatt
Potter, and Noah Reeves. Honorary pallbearers are Lawrence Stutsman, Howard
Florea, Ian Platz and Dan Weaver.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Kirksville, Adair Co., MO, Obituary
Kirksville Daily Express (MO) Date: March 18, 2015
Richard (Dick) Stitzer, 72 of Kirksville passed away Monday (March
16, 2015) at Twin Pines Adult Care Center. The son of John and Dorothy
(Sullivan) Stitzer, he was born November 24, 1942 in Kirksville, Missouri.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Barbara
Duffey.
Dick served in the US Army in Germany and was honorably discharged.
Afterwards he graduated from Radiology Technician School. He was employed in
the X-ray department at K. O.H. hospital.
Dick is survived by five daughters,
Sherry Davidson, Patty
Blankenship, Robin Potts,
Kimberly Blasi and Brandy Swank; one son, Lt. Col. Rich Stitzer; two brothers,
Mike Stitzer and wife Jan, and Andy Stitzer and wife Sarah; and several
grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
A private graveside service and burial was held at Highland Park
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Audrain
+2017, Mexico, Audrain
Co., MO, Obituary
Mexico Ledger (MO) - March 1, 2017
Gerald E. "Gerry" Kelley Sr., 78, of Mexico, died at 6:00
p.m. Friday Feb. 24, 2017, at Heritage Hall Nursing Home in Centralia. Gerry
was born on Apr. 20, 1938, in Alton, Ill., son of Clarence T. and Winifred (Blankenship) Kelley.
Gerry was very active in the Shrine and Masonic Lodges, belonging
to Masonic Lodge 354 AF and AM, Columbia Valley Scottish Rite, Little Dixie
Shire Club, and he had served as an Ambassador for the Moolah Temple. He was
also very active in his community; he had been a member of the Audrain County
Historical Society, Golden K Kiwanis, Mexico Area Chamber of Commerce, serving
as an ambassador, and he volunteered for the AMC Auxiliary. He also was a
member of St. Brendan Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, and he belonged to
the Carpentry Local 945 out of Jefferson City.
On Aug. 20, 1980, in Mexico, he married Doris E. Hamilton who
preceded him in death on Sept. 29, 2009. In addition to his wife Doris, he was
preceded in death by one son, Gerald E. Kelley, Jr.; one sister; and seven
brothers.
He is survived by one son, Theodore B. Kelley and wife Faith of
Florissant, Mo.; two daughters, Linda Lee Lawshe and husband David of Bathalto,
Ill., and Paula Kay Barton of Alton, Ill.; one brother Howard Kelley of
Brighton, Ill.; and one sister Frances Herrin of Woodriver, Ill.; and six
grandchildren.
There will be a Rosary on Friday, Mar. 3, 2017, at 11 a.m. followed
by a Masonic Service, all at Pickering Funeral Home. The committal service will
be held at a later date at Valhalla Chapel in St. Louis.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1920 Census,
Alton Ward 2, Madison Co., IL,
Kelley, Thomas 46, M, IL, Head,
Kelley, Angela 48, F, IL, Wife,
Kelley, Clarence
C. 22, M, IL, Son,
Kelley, Helen 19, F, IL, Dau,
Kelley, Mary 17,
F, IL, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:MJH8-386
Barry
2019, Butterfield, Barry Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.bennettwormington.com/obituary/linda-blankenship
Linda Sue
Blankinship, 74, of Butterfield, Missouri went to be
with the Lord in heaven on Monday December 23, 2019 while at Mercy Hospital in
Springfield, Missouri. She was born in California on July 10, 1945; the
daughter of the late Leonard and Delna Ruth (England) May.
She was a
former employee of the Monett Golf Course and of Baptist Faith.
She was
preceded in death by her parents: Leonard and Delna; and one sister: Connie Wiener.
Linda is
survived by one son: Keith Hamm of Perris, California; two daughters: Elaine
Jones of Wallingford, Connecticut, and Wendy Young of Monett; seven
grandchildren: Marcy Cole, Amber Trzciensky, Logan LaLonde, Kayla DePalma,
Christina Hobbs, Tanis Young, and Laurana Young; and four great-grandchildren.
Memorial
services for Linda are being held on Saturday December 28, 2019 at 2:00 pm, at
the Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home in Monett, Missouri.
+2017, Cassville, Barry
Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader on Feb. 11, 2017
Mike Alden Blankenship, 82 [1935], Jenkins.
Arrangements: Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville, MO
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO, Death
Published in the News-Leader on Aug. 14, 2018
Cody Randall Blankenship, 33, Sep 26, 1984 – Aug 11, 2018, Shell Knob, MO
Fohn Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO, Funeral
http://www.fohnfuneralhome.com/obituary/cody-blankenship
Services for Cody Randall
Blankenship, age 33, of Shell Knob will be held at 3:00 PM Thursday, August 16,
2018, at Lakeside Christian Church in Shell Knob, under direction of Fohn
Funeral Home in Shell Knob. Karty Burbridge will conduct the services. Burial
will be at Clio Cemetery in Jenkins.
+2018, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO, Death
The Joplin Globe, (MO) - August 12, 2018
A Shell Knob man died in a motorcycle accident shortly before 10
p.m. Saturday on Highway 76, about 5 miles east of Cassville in Barry County,
according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The victim was identified as Cody R. Blankenship, 34 [1984].
According to the patrol, Blankenship’s
eastbound motorcycle left the road at a corner, and he was thrown from the
vehicle.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.fohnfuneralhome.com/obituary/cody-blankenship
Cody Randall Blankenship, age 34, of
Shell Knob, Missouri, passed away Saturday, August 11, 2018 east of Cassville,
Missouri. He was born May 26, 1984 in Aurora, Missouri the son of Freddie and
Dayeanne (Priest) Blankenship.
Cody received his education in Cassville,
Missouri. He was employed as a concrete worker. Some of his favorite pastimes
were fishing, hunting, pulling his trailer and riding his motorcycle. He was a
friend to everyone.
Preceding him in death were grandparents,
Peggy Priest, Wayne Priest and Sterling Blankenship.
On September 11, 2010 he was united in
marriage to Kristina Boyd, who survives. Also surviving are his father, Freddie Randall
Blankenship and his wife Carolyn Jean of Cato, Missouri; his mother, Dayeanne “Daye”
Lynne Priest and her husband Kevin Roy Martin; grandparents, Donna Kay
Blankenship and Frank and Ruth Edwards all of Cassville, Missouri; two daughters,
Brandy
Nicole and April Cheyenne Creason of Cato, Missouri; two brothers, Hank William Isley and Richard
Franklin Isley both of Cato, Missouri and one sister, Crissy Dawn Isley
Blankenship of Cato, Missouri.
Services will be held at 3:00 P.M.
Thursday, August 16, 2018 at Lakeside Christian Church in Shell Knob, under
direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Shell Knob. Karty Burbridge will conduct the
services. Burial will be at Clio Cemetery in Jenkins, Missouri.
2017, Wheaton, Barry
Co., MO, Death
Published in the News-Leader on Nov. 8, 2017
Patricia A. "Terri" Blankenship, 74, Wheaton, MO.
Arrangements: McQueen Funeral Home, Wheaton, MO
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Wheaton, Barry
Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.fohnfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=4433442&fh_id=10698
Patricia “Terri” Blankenship, age 74, of
Wheaton, Missouri went to meet Jesus on November 5, 2017. Terri as most knew
her by was born October 13, 1943 to Claud and Alta (Shaffer) Taylor in
Covington, Oklahoma.
She met her first husband, Marvin Jones
and married in Dodge City, Kansas on April 30, 1959. To this marriage two
daughters were born, Sasha “Lynne” and Rebecca Ann. She lived in Rocky Comfort,
Missouri until 1980 when she divorced and later met her second husband, Jimmy Blankenship. She worked at
Granby Manufacturing, Teledyne and later Talbot Industries until her health
declined. She previously attended Bethlehem Freewill Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents;
her husband, Jim Blankenship; infant daughter, Rebecca Ann Jones and two
brothers, Kenneth and Harry, Jr.
Surviving are her daughter, Sasha “Lynne”
Jones of Rocky Comfort, Missouri; grandson, Shane Jeffries of Ozark, Missouri;
three sisters, Shirley Wallace of Duncanville, Texas, Betty Hensley of Oklahoma
City, Oklahoma and Helen Godsey of Flower Mound, Texas and one brother, Leland
Taylor of Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Graveside services will be held at 1:00
P.M. Thursday, November 9, 2017 at Rocky Comfort Cemetery in Rocky Comfort,
under direction of McQueen Funeral Home in Wheaton, Missouri. Pastor Frank
Smith will conduct the services.
Bates
+2015, Adrian, Bates Co., MO, Funeral
Published in Kansas City Star on Dec. 2, 2015
Verna Faye Blankenship, 99 died 11-30-15.
Funeral service 2pm 12-5, Adrian Christian
Church. Visit 6-8pm
12-4, Atkinson Funeral Home-Adrian, MO 816-297-2211
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Adrian, Bates Co., MO, Funeral
http://www.atkinsonfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=3508417&fh_id=13328
Verna Faye (Lockard) Blankenship, 99, Adrian,
Missouri, died Monday, November 30, 2015 at Adrian Manor in Adrian. She was
born July 17, 1916 in Warsaw, Missouri, the daughter of Max and Alma
(Davenport) Miller.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00
p.m. Saturday, December 5 at the Adrian Christian Church with burial in
Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian.
Faye attended a small country school near
Warsaw before going two years at Adrian High School, then graduating from
Appleton City in 1935. Faye married Emanuel Lee Lockard on December 24, 1936.
To this union three children were born, Gene, Dale, and Judy.
Faye taught Vacation Bible School, Jr.
High Sunday School and Builders and Searchers adult class for many years; she
also served as custodian. Faye loved to dig in the dirt and see things grow.
She had big gardens and lots of pretty flowers. Her canned green beans were a
family favorite. An exceptionally good seamstress, Faye made lots of her own
clothes and sewed for her family and neighbors. She upholstered furniture and
also enjoyed carpentry and tole painting Faye belonged to Jolly Dozen Extension
Club, The Altona Community Club and was a 4H club leader.
Faye and Oscar Blankenship were married
June 1, 1984 and Faye became step mother to Martha Cummings, Dick Blankenship, and Anne Waite, Ruth Hinten and their
families.
She was preceded in death by her parents,
both husbands, 1 Son Dale Lockard, 1 Granddaughter Angela Crippen and a Sister
Marianna Fritts.
Faye is survived by Gene (Sue) Lockard,
Judy (Bob) Schnoebelen of Butler Missouri; and daughter-in-law, Ruby Lockard of
Adrian, Missouri; sister, Edna Foster; 9 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren;
7 great-great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Benton
2016, Edwards, Benton
Co., MO, Obituary
Sandusky Register (OH) - August 31, 2016
Caroline May Reed was born Jan. 17, 1928, in Evansport, Ohio. She
graduated as valedictorian at Ayersville High School. She went to St. Vincent's
Nursing School, where she graduated as an RN. She came to Sandusky to work at
Providence Hospital. She met and married John Reed. She later worked as a
secretary for Reed's Supply in Castalia and raising her 12 children.
She loved children and fostered many children for Catholic
Charities and Erie County Children Services for many years. She volunteered for
the Red Cross and taught CPR classes at fire departments and Margaretta Schools
in her local area. Caroline also loved planting flowers and spent many hours
caring for the grounds at the Sorrowful Mother Shrine in Bellevue and spent
some time beautifying the grounds at St. Mary's Church in Clyde.
In 1990 she graduated as the oldest massotherapist from EHOVE. She
then worked for Reed Chiropractic in Clyde until she got sick. She then went to
Edwards, MO, where she fished and enjoyed boating while her daughter Sandra
cared for her until she passed.
Caroline was preceded in death by her parents, Nellie (Little) and
Ralph Hammersmith of Defiance; her husband's parents, Anna Lillan (Davisson)
and Coy Reed; her sons, Daniel and Joseph; daughter, Patrice Wilson; two
grandsons, Thomas and Shwan Reed; her brothers, Ralph, Donald, William,
Richard, George and Robert Hammersmith.
Caroline is survived by her husband of 66 years, John Reed of 676
E. Maple Ave., Clyde; her children,
David Reed of Crystal Rock, Caren
Blankenship of Vickery,
Michael Reed of Clyde, Sandra Fayard of Edwards, Mo., Mary Jo DeChant of Huron,
Thomas Reed of Deputy, Ind., James Reed of Deputy, Robert Reed of Fostoria,
John Reed Jr. of Bellevue and Paul Reed of Clyde. Caroline has over 93 grand
and great-grandchildren. She is also survived by three brothers and one sister,
James of Defiance, Ohio, Eugene of the state of Washington, Marvin of Defiance
and Theresa Hohenberger of Myrtle Beach, S.C. Many nieces and nephews also
survive.
A memorial Mass will be 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 2, at Immaculate
Conception Church, 231 E. Center St., Bellevue, officiated by the Rev. Jonathan
Wight.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Caren S. Blankenship – b.27Sep1953 -
Vickery, OH: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJWS-45L5
Relatives - Andrea L. Blankenship, Brandon
Lee Blankenship, Shane S. Blankenship, Shannon R. Blankenship, Terry L.
Blankenship.
Terry L.
Blankenship – b.27Aug1953 - Vickery, OH: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K51F-PGJ
Relatives -
Andrea L. Blankenship, Brandon Lee Blankenship, Caren S. Blankenship, Caren S.
Blankenship, Shane S. Blankenship, Shannon R. Blankenship.
Boone
+2016, Columbia, Boone
Co., MO, Obituary
Calvin Burl Blankenship, 61, of Columbia passed away Tuesday Nov. 29, 2016. Calvin was
born on April 21, 1955, in Lebanon. Later, he was adopted by Burl and Nadine
Blankenship of Brumley.
After becoming united in marriage to Melinda Gaffney, they lived in
Marshall, where they had two children. Later, as a family, Calvin moved his
family to Columbia.
Calvin was preceded in death by his parents, Nadine and
Burl Blankenship
Survivors include Calvin’s wife
of 39 years, Melinda (Gaffney)
Blankenship; daughter, Felicia Carey; son, Shannon Blankenship; and three grandchildren, Jozalyn Carey, Shaylee Carey and Jacob Blankenship.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at the
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 301 W. Smiley Lane, Columbia.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Buchanan
+2015, St. Joseph, Buchanan
Co., MO, Obituary
St. Joseph News-Press (MO) Date: July 18, 2015
David "Wayne" Cunningham 44, of St. Joseph, passed away
Thursday, July 16, 2015, at Mosaic Life Care hospital. He was born March 4,
1971, in St. Joseph.
He graduated from Lafayette High School class of 1990, and married
Candice Carter on July 6, 1995, and they recently celebrated 20 years of
marriage. He worked at Progressive Molded Products, Wal-Mart deli and was the
head cook at Sizzler, working there for 18 years. Wayne enjoyed cooking,
fishing, camping, watching TV, and movies, and was baptized at the Carnegie
Baptist Church.
Wayne was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Eugene and Clara Mae Blankenship.
Survivors include: wife, Candice Cunningham of Rushville, Mo.;
father, Morris "David" Cunningham, and mother, Barbara (Blankenship) Baber both of St. Joseph; two uncles,
Dale (Mary) Blankenship , and JR Blankenship ; a
great uncle, Delbert Gentzell; two half sisters, Kimberlee Neukam and Melisa
McKale.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m., on Tuesday, July 21,
2015, at Rupp Funeral Home, with Pastor Stephanie Theis officiating. The
Interment will be at the Westlawn Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Saint Joseph,
Buchanan Co., MO, Obituary
St. Joseph News-Press (MO) - July 6, 2016
If Fourth of July fireworks seemed a bit less brilliant than they
had in years past, it probably was because of the light that went out on
Sunday, July 3, when Mary Ellis Mullinax, wife to John, died after a long
battle with cancer.
Despite growing up in a home of modest means, Mary possessed a
sense of style and grandeur, and she passed on her uncompromising critical eye
to her children, Missy, Amy and Chris. The trio also inherited her "News
Press ears" (the ability to listen to a conversation two tables over), her
love of cooking (except for Amy, who apparently got her culinary skills from
her father), and, of course, her unending patience in dealing with John (though
a glass of wine would certainly help).
Mary, a Certified Master Gardener, was always able to coax beauty
from the most humble of resources, whether it was her backyard, the flower beds
at Our a Lady of Guadalupe, where she was a devoted parishioner and prayer
chain organizer, or a pile of yarn that she would transform into a hand knitted
work of art for a friend or family member. Her appreciation of beautiful items
extended to a love of antiques, a love shared by the fellow members of her Questers
group.
Mary was always health conscious and loved to participate in the
latest exercise fads, which was able to offset her other love, ice cream. But
nothing brought Mary as much joy as her grandchildren, Maggie, Libby, Lily and
Ben, who kept her young at heart until the end.
Mary was an inspiration to her family and friends, bravely facing
each new challenge with determination and grace. The family would like to
extend special thanks to the Lunch Bunch, the Knitting Crew and longtime
friends for making her final days filled with love and laughter.
Mary is survived by: husband, John; daughters, Missy Archer and
husband, Rob, and Amy Drouin and husband, Jeremy; and son, Chris Mullinax and wife,
Cat Blankenship.
Mass of Christian Burial: 10 a.m. Thursday, Our Lady of Guadalupe
Catholic Church.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Saint Joseph,
Buchanan Co., MO, Obituary
Published in Kansas City Star on July 17,
2016
Donald Tingler, 78, St. Joseph, Mo., formerly of Kansas City,
passed away Friday, July 15, 2016, at Sunset Nursing Home in Maysville, [DeKalb
Co., MO].
Donald was preceded in death by his parents, Pat and Roberta
(Brown) Tingler, brother, Garold Tingler and his aunt and uncle, Tom and
Kathryn Brown.
Donald is survived by his children, Michelle Tingler, Weatherby
Lake, Mike (Gina) Tingler, St. Joseph, Susan Tingler, Kansas City, four grandchildren, Robert Tingler,
Weatherby Lake, Joseph (Joyce) Blankenship, Taneytown, Md., Jessica Tingler, Kansas City and Nicholas
Mertz, Springfield, and five great- grandchildren.
Graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Monday, July 18, at
the Pilot Grove #2 Cemetery near Jamesport.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Saint Joseph, Buchanan Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&CFID=e9eefbe4-744a-4fb0-accf-d65d272072da&CFTOKEN=0&o_id=3826268&fh_id=14923
Linda K. Bodde, 67, of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, July 30,
2016 at Mosaic Life Care. Linda was born on October 23, 1948, in Coffeyville,
Kansas to the late Edward and Agnes (Blankenship) Houser.
Linda married Roger Bodde on August 25, 1978. She enjoyed cooking,
reading and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Linda is preceded in death by two
sisters, one brother and one granddaughter.
Surviving family includes husband Roger Bodde, children Tisha
Garrett, Kelly Chapman, Michael (Megan) Bodde and Edward (Deana) Bodde, all of
St. Joseph, Missouri, 16 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren
Services 2:00 PM Tuesday at
Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph. Interment will be in Memorial Park
Cemetery
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, St. Joseph, Buchanan Co., MO, Obituary
St. Joseph News-Press (MO) - October 21, 2016
Joseph M. Miller Jr., 86, St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, October
20, 2016, at his home after a brief illness. He was born May 1, 1930, in St.
Joseph, to Joseph M. and Emma (Blankenship) Miller.
Joe was a graduate of Pickett High School, class of 1948. Joseph
was an Army Veteran, he served his country during the
Korean War. He married Lola Lou Rissel on September 15, 1956,
they were married until her death in January 2007.
Joe was a hog buyer for Swift and Company for 33 years and after
his retirement he started a new career in the building trades, working for
Payless Cashways and Lowes. He was a 60 year member and Past Master of the
Saxton Lodge No. 508, A.F. & A.M., 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason; Moila Shrine.
He was also preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include: daughters, Rhonda Hoselton (Marvin Fankhauser),
St. Joseph, Shelly Chavez (Nick), Kansas City, Missouri; grandchildren, Regan
Chavez, Paige Brandt (Kyle), Blair Finn (Jarrod), Drew Hoselton (Samantha); and
three great-grandchildren.
Farewell and Masonic Services: 1 p.m. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral
Home & Crematory. Interment: Memorial Park Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census,
Washington Twp,, Buchanan Co., MO,
Miller, Joseph 45, M, MO, Head,
Miller, Emma 41, F, MO, Wife,
Miller, Joseph 09, M, MO, Son,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K73K-RR5
2018, St. Joseph, Buchanan
Co., MO, Obituary
St. Joseph News-Press (MO) - January 24, 2018
John Alvin Mullinax, the King, the Chief,
the Big Man, died peacefully on January 19, 2018, surrounded by his loud and
loving family. He is
finally reunited with his wife, Mary, as life without her was not worth his
time or effort a fact he did not hide during his long year and a half without
her by his side.
John grew up in St. Joseph and attended Central High School,
driving his rowdy friends around in his 38 Chevrolet, before joining the Air
Force. After serving his country from the Robert E. Lee Hotel in Kansas City,
he attended the University of Illinois, where he was a member of the Sigma Phi
Epsilon fraternity. John received his Master of Accounting and returned to St
Joseph, where he found himself falling head over heels in love with Mary, and
decided it was time to grow up. Sort of.
He started a family and began his career at Methodist Medical
Center in a newly formed position charged to figure out Medicare, a perfect fit
for a man who loved a good mystery.
John had three children,
Melissa Archer (Robert), Amy Drouin (Jeremy) and Chris Mullinax (Cat Blankenship). He
taught them the importance of family, a strong work ethic, financial stability
and to always wear a belt if you have belt loops. He loved his four
grandchildren dearly: Maggie, Libby, Lily and Ben. He had the amazing ability
to make each think they were in fact his favorite. The grandkids knew that even
though they called him Grumpa, his grumpiness was just an act and they could
each melt his heart with a smile.
Johns dedication to his family and career was enhanced by a
never-ending stream of friends and gatherings. Whether it was a house full of
kids and friends, or meeting the boys at Hawks, Nortys, or the Hi-Ho, people
were drawn to John for his orneriness, intelligence, stories and his ability to
come up with a song for every occasion or name. John was adept in the fine art
of debate and practiced that art to the very end, much to the consternation of
various nurses and aids.
Johns family will be toasting him at 1 p.m. on February 10, at
the Hi-Ho. All are welcome to stop by and share a story and a drink.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, St. Joseph, Buchanan
Co., MO, Obituary
St. Joseph News-Press (MO) - August 14, 2018
It is with great sadness, that the family of Carol Adams announces
her passing on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at the age of 73 years, while at
Diversicare of St. Joseph. Carol was born on April 16, 1945, in St. Joseph, to
the late Callie and Rose (Kendzora) Cobb.
Mrs. Adams was a lifelong resident and 1963 graduate of Bishop
LeBlond High School. She was a secretary for IBM for over 25 years, where she
met her husband.
Carol married Harry "Chuck" Adams, on October 16, 1976,
at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, and to that union two children were
born. Carol was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister and will be
dearly missed. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and
active member of Beta Sigma Phi for over 30 years.
In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded in death by: her
husband, Chuck; sister-in-law, Nora Cobb; and step-son, Mark Adams.
Carol is survived by: her son, Aaron Adams and wife, Randi Sue, and
their children, Brandt and Lucy; daughter, Amy Wion and husband, Chad, and
their children, Andrew and Katlyn; step-son, Rick Adams and children;
step-daughter, Julienne Adams and son; sister,
Linda Blankenship and husband,
Bill; brother, Mike Cobb; and numerous nieces
and nephews.
Mass of Memorialization: 11 a.m. Thursday, at Our Lady of Guadalupe
Catholic Church. Inurnment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Heaton-Bowman-Smith
& Sidenfaden.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Saint Joseph, Buchanan Co., MO, Obituary
St. Joseph News-Press (MO) - January 20, 2019
David M. Stouffer, 78, St. Joseph, went to Heaven on Jan. 16, 2019,
after a brief illness. He was born Oct. 29, 1940 in St. Joseph.
David married Beverly A. Barbee, June 6, 1980. She survives of the
home. He was a member of Wyatt Park Baptist Church and attended Ashland United
Methodist Church. He was a mathematics teacher at Central High School for 36
years, then later taught at Missouri Western State
University for 15 years. His passions included: mathematics, baseball and
several hobbies.
David was preceded in death by: his parents, Harry S. and Beulah (Blankenship) Stouffer; and nephew, Jon.
Additional survivors include: sisters, Doris Stark (Bud), Margaret
Dishman (Jerry); and numerous nieces, nephews, and life-long friends.
Farewell Services: 3 pm, Monday, Ashland United Methodist Church. Entombment Memorial Park Mausoleum. Meierhoffer
Funeral Home & Crematory.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, St. Joseph, Buchanan
Co., MO, Obituary
Rose M. Newton, 85, of St. Joseph, died Monday, April 22, 2019, at
her home. She was born Dec. 18, 1933, in Norborne, Missouri.
Rose attended Maple Woods Community College and received a
Bachelor's Degree from Missouri Western. Prior to retirement she had been a
school teacher.
Rose married Eugene Newton and he preceded her in death. Also
preceding her in death were: her parents; brother, A.
C. Hampton Jr.;
and sister, Joann McGuire.
Survivors include: her children, Charles "Kevin" Matthews
(Tina), David Lee Matthews ( Betty); Jerry Clifton Matthews; seven
grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; brother, R.A. Hampton; sister, Karen Blankenship; sister, Billie Hampton; several nieces, nephews; other relatives
and friends.
Memorial service will be 2 pm, Saturday, April 27, 2019, at Strong
Tower Baptist Church, St Joseph. Heaton-Bowman-Smith &
Sidenfaden.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Butler
2015, Poplar Bluff, Butler Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.cotrellfuneralservice.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/14980/id/2947867
JayDen Lyric Brannon, 8, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away Sunday
February 1, 2015, alongside his brother, Phoenix, at the home of his
grandparents, as a result of a fire. JayDen was born in Poplar Bluff on May 30,
2006 to Terry Blankenship and Dusty Whittaker.
He was a 3rd student at Lake Road School. He enjoyed spending time
with his grandpas, reading to his little brother Grayson, fishing and swimming.
Survivors include his parents; three brothers: Grayson Vass and David and T. J. Blankenship; sisters:
Fiona Littrel, Hailey
Blankenship and Michaela Hahn,
all of Poplar Bluff; grandparents: Danny and Erma Pierce of Poplar Bluff, Kenny Blankenship, of Benton, MO, Angie Watkins, of
Florence, OR; a great-grandmother Irma Englerth of Poplar Bluff, and aunts and
uncles.
Funeral services will begin at 10:30 Monday at the Cotrell Funeral Chapel in Poplar Bluff, with Pastor Alan Harlan
officiating. Interment will follow in the Woodlawn section of the Poplar Bluff
City Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Callaway
+2019, Fulton, Callaway
Co., MO, Obituary
The Fulton Sun, (MO) - August 4, 2019
Dow Ollar, 87, of Fulton, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2019,
at Boone Hospital Center, [Columbia, Boone Co., MO]. He was born in Alton, Missouri, on April
16, 1932, the son of the late Wright Ollar and the late Estella (Blankenship) Ollar.
On April 2, 1955, Dow was united in marriage to Dwilla (Anderson)
Ollar. She preceded him in death on November 15, 2017.
Dow and Dwilla worked side-by-side for 26 years as owners and
operators of East End Market. He later worked in the meat department at
Moser's. Dow enjoyed attending Callaway Christian Church each week. He could
often be found sitting in his swing in the front yard. Dow's pride and joy were
his grandsons and great-grandsons, and he referred to them as "My
Boys". He was recently overjoyed to learn a great-grand-daughter would be
added to his family, the first Ollar girl in more than 30 years.
In addition to his parents and wife, Dow was preceded in death by
son, Michael Ollar; and brother, Dallas Loren Ollar.
Those remaining to cherish his memory include daughter-in-law,
Brenda Ollar, of Fulton; grandsons, John Ollar (Alisha), of Fulton, and Joshua
Ollar (Taylor), of Fulton; and great-grandchildren, Carson, Kaidance and
Bentley Ollar, and Kynlee, who is scheduled to arrive in October.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Monday, August 5, 2019, at
Maupin Funeral Home, in Fulton, with Pastor Mark Kummer officiating. Interment
will be in Hillcrest Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Camden
+2019, Osage Beach, Camden Co., MO, Obituary
William Robert "Bill" Shipman, son of Earl C. and Ruth Blankenship Shipman, was born July 1, 1939 in Linn Creek,
Missouri. He departed this life Saturday, July 27, 2019 in Osage Beach Health
Care Center, at the age of eighty years and twenty-six days.
Bill was a lifelong resident of Camden County and worked as an
Electrician at Lake Regional Hospital for over thirty years. He was a member of
the National Rifle Association. In his spare time, Bill enjoyed hunting and
fishing. Bill had a fondness for motorcycles and had rebuilt a 1942 Indian
Motorcycle from the ground up many years ago.
On October 8, 1961, Bill was united in marriage to Sharon Ann Tabin
Leap, and together they shared over fifty years until her passing on May 8,
2014. He was also preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Ed and Butch
Shipman; and a sister, Bonnie Kuhn.
Bill is survived by his children, Penny Sinak and husband Michael
of St. Louis, Missouri, and Lisa Rotar and husband Ronald of Dixon, Missouri;
three grandchildren, Luke Sinak and wife Beth, Levi Sinak and wife Megan, and Rebekah
Ziegler and husband John; three great-grandchildren, Isaac, Ava, and Jude
Sinak, as well as one on the way; one brother, Fred Shipman and wife Peggy; two
sisters, Linda Starr and husband Danny and Ellen Bradley and husband Rick; a
sister-in-law, Cheryl Shipman; as well as a host of other relatives and many
dear friends.
Graveside Services with full Military Honors will be held at 2:30,
Tuesday, July 30, 2019, in Freedom Cemetery, Montreal, Missouri. Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home, Camdenton, Missouri.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Cape
Girardeau
2017, Burfordville, Cape Girardeau Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Marilyn-Joy-Blankenship-104649309
Marilyn Joy Blankenship - July 9, 1933 - April 1, 2017 - Burfordville, Missouri
She graduated from Cape Central High School in 1951. She was
married to John C. Blankenship.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 AM Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at
Ford and Sons Funeral Home- Jackson with the Rev. Jim Matthews officiating.
Burial will be at Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson, Missouri.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
John C.
Blankenship – b.22May1933 - Burfordville, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MWR-G46
Relatives -
Marilyn J. Blankenship.
Cass
+2017, Freeman, Cass Co., MO, Death
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Honey-Blankenship-104989946
Honey Blankenship,
July 24, 1917 - July 10, 2017, Missouri
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Honey D.
Blankenship – b. 24Jul1917 – Harrisonville, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJXH-P4WC
Relatives -
Harey Blankenship, James Leon Blankenship, Lori Jean Blankenship.
Harey
Blankenship – b.15Jul1917 – Harrisonville, MO:
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJPD-HK73
Relatives -
Honey D. Blankenship, Lori Jean Blankenship.
+2017, Freeman, Cass Co., MO, Obituary
https://heartlandcremation.com/obituary/honey-blankenship/
Honey Blankenship, 99, of Freeman,
Missouri passed away July 10, 2017. Mrs. Blankenship was born July 24, 1917 in
Sioux City, Iowa.
Honey Blankenship was an amazing woman.
From her birth place of Sioux City, IA; she lived in many different states
until her final resting place of Harrisonville, MO. She was two weeks shy of
100 years old. During the time that Honey was growing up. She was living during
events that we have only read about in history books. Honey experienced the
Great Depression, both World Wars, police actions and
natural disasters.With loosing family members throughout her life, she still
manage to stay strong and have fun.
She has had the love of husbands and
children and has been blessed with all of the extended family from her children
and grandchildren. Honey was a hard working woman and was very smart. She loved
to read, do crossword puzzles in ink, bowl, dance, play cards, smoke and drink.
We who knew her can honestly say that we loved her and she
She was preceded in death by; husband,
James
Leon Blankenship; her parents and siblings.
Survivors include; daughter, Marlea Ann Struble; son,
David
Leon Blankenship and wife Sally; daughter, Lori Jean Blankenship; grandchildren,
great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
James Leon
Blankenship – b.15Jun1929 - Kansas City, KS: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MDZ-M9X
Relatives -
Honey D. Blankenship, Lori Jean Blankenship.
+2018, Freeman, Cass Co.,
MO, Obituary
Published in Kansas City Star on Oct. 28,
2018
Honey Blankenship
was born July 24, 1917, in Sioux City, IA, to Henry and Lucille Stauss. She passed away July
10, 2017; just 2 weeks shy of her 100th birthday.
She worked hard all her life as a waitress, cook, and bartender.
She likes drinking beer and was a smoker. As a teen, she could roll her own
cigarettes while riding a horse. Mom was her own person with a wry sense of
humor and, at times, a sharp tongue. We all miss her VERY much.
Mom loved to read and was a great bowler with trophies from WY, CO,
NE, KS and MO.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband James Leon
Blankenship, 3 brothers -
Willie, Jennings (Lefty), James (Bud), 3 sisters - Heniretta Amrine, Marlyss
Edwards, Vaney Boyd, and 2 infant daughters
- Joyce and Mona Rae Mecham.
She is survived by her children
- Marlea Struble of Freeman, MO, David Blankenship (Sally) of Knoxville, TN, and Lori Hines of Jacksonville, FL, 8
grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and 9 great-great grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Harrisonville, Cass Co., MO, Obituary
The Kansas City Star, (MO) - July 16, 2019
Peggy (Blankenship) Rick, 78 [1941], Harrisonville, MO, died July 13, 2019.
Funeral service 11 am, July 16, 2019,
Dickey Funeral Home (816-884-6244) Harrisonville, MO. Interment Orient
Cemetery, Harrisonville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Christian
+2016, Ozark, Christian Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.adamsfuneralhome.net/obituaries/Ruby-Blankenship/#!/Obituary
Ruby Fay Blankenship,
age 93 of Ozark, passed away August 29, 2016. She was born January 26, 1923 in
Davenport, Oklahoma, the daughter of Earnest and Della (Brumfield) Newnan.
On January 28, 1941 Ruby was united in marriage to J. D.
Blankenship in Forsyth.
Ruby was preceded in death by her husband; a son, Arnold; a granddaughter, Joyce; two grandsons,
Jeff and William; two sisters; and two brothers.
Survivors include: her children,
David Blankenship and wife Barbara of Ozark, Ron Blankenship and wife Carolyn of Sparta, Frank Blankenship of Ozark, Joan Turner
and husband Jerry of Ozark, Fay Letterman and husband Ron of Sparta and Kay Berry and husband Joe of Ozark; a “Bonus” daughter, Mary Fuller of
Gainsville; 23 grandchildren; 45 great grandchildren and 15 great great
grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, September
2, 2016 in Coble Cemetery, Cedarcreek, under direction of Adams Funeral Home,
Ozark.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Nixa, Christian
Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader on Oct. 12, 2015
Fred Lee Tando, age 91, departed this life on Saturday, October 10,
2015 to join his wife of 54 years, Audrey, who was waiting for him. Fred was
born April 7, 1924 in Joplin, the son of Jesse and Sarah (Blankenship) Tando.
Fred joined the Army Air Corps at an early age serving as a medic,
during World War II, in china, Burma, and India. He later joined the Army
serving in Korea, Europe, and various bases stateside. He served for 22 years
and retired Master Sergeant and settled in Nixa in 1965.
On June 6, 1953 he married Audrey Virginia Beason. Together they
raised four children.
He was a Master Mason, a member of Friend Lodge, Ozark, for over 50
years where he served in several positions including Worshipful Master. He was
also a member of the Fairview Antique Auto Club where he and Audrey enjoyed
monthly meetings and parades. He loved working with other members on their cars
and restoring his own 1918 Dodge.
Survivors include two sons Gregory Tando, of Aurora, and Jeffery
Tando, of Springfield; a daughter Pamela Williams and husband Joe of Boaz; five
grandchildren, Tina Tando, Sara Ferguson, Lucas Williams, Jesse Tando and
Lindsey Tando; three great grandchildren Emma Ferguson, Lola Williams, and
Atticus Tando.
Fred is preceded in death by his parents; eight siblings; his
loving wife Audrey; and a son Gary Dean.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 13,
2015, in the Adams Funeral Home, Nixa.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Ozark, Christian
Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader from May 8 to May 9,
2018
Judith Ann Wadkins Blankenship was born to Forrest (Puffy) and Maxine (Faught) Wadkins on July
17, 1943 in Springfield, MO and passed away at Cox Hospital, [Springfield, Greene Co., MO] Saturday, May 5, 2018.
A graduate of Central High School, Judi was a drummer in the
Kilties Drum & Bugle Corps. Dale and Judi were married on September 28,
1985 and were members of Fremont Hills Baptist Church. Judi worked in the
manufacturing industry and retired from General Electric-Springfield after 23
years. Judi's life was filled by many interests and hobbies which included her
church family, her love of her Boston terriers, flower gardening and travel.
Preceding her in death were her parents, Forrest and Maxine
Wadkins.
Judi is survived by her husband,
Dale Blankenship; sister, Jane Adams and husband Don;
brother, Jim Wadkins; two nephews, Jim and Michelle Wadkins and family and Joe
and Tammy Wadkins and family; step-son,
Jack Blankenship and step-granddaughter,
Alisa Blankenship; along with several cousins, nieces and
nephews; extended family, Ellen Henderson, Sandy and Ron Craven, Nancy and Nick
Heavrin and families, and many friends.
Services will be on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the
Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home. Interment will be in Missouri Veterans Cemetery at
a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Burton Dale
Blankenship – b.12Mar1932 – Ozark, MO:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MZB-Y6H
Relatives -
Judith Ann Blankenship, Karen A. Blankenship.
Jackie Dale
Blankenship – b.26Jul1958 – Springfield, MO;
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2M8C-LR7
Relatives -
Alisa A. Blankenship, Cheri L. Blankenship, Cheri Blankenship, Darrell Gene
Blankenship, Sabrina R. Blankenship.
Clay
2017, Avondale, Clay
Co., MO, Obituary
The Examiner, (Independence-Blues Springs-Grain Valley,
MO) - November 9, 2017
Marvin F. "Mickey" Weeks of Avondale, MO, left this world
on November 4, 2017. Mickey was born on July 7, 1942 to Ralph C. and Ruth L.
(Wood) Weeks, in Jackson County, MO.
He graduated from William Chrisman High School in the Class of 1962
before serving as a corpsman in the U.S. Army at Ft Lewis, WA. He worked at
Suzanne Lighting and then for Master Pitch until he retired. Mickey served his
community as a volunteer firefighter for Avondale, MO.
He was preceded in death by his parents; six siblings: Ruth E.
Dobbins, Ralph L. Weeks, Erwin L. Weeks, Waymuth Webb, David C. Weeks and Byron
G. Weeks; and three nieces: Della
Fisher, Karla Weeks and Hope Blankenship.
He is survived by three sisters: Norma C. Senter, Erma I. Rowley
and Lois A. Rajpal; and 15 nieces and nephews and their families. He also
leaves many friends.
Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, at the Carson-Speaks
Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence, MO 64052; interment at Mt.
Washington Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Gladstone, Clay Co., MO, Obituary
Published in Kansas City Star on Sept. 16,
2015
Paul Hebert, Jr., 79, passed away Sept. 13, 2015, surrounded by his
family. He was born in New Orleans and raised in Houma, La.
He leaves behind wife of 56 years, Gloria (Contorno) Hebert; daughters, Desiree (William) Beil, Michelle (Dan) Blankenship, Andree
(Frank) Garcia; 13 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; his brothers,
Darrell (Joan) Hebert, Robert (Ann) Hebert; sister, Juanita (Don) Wilson;
sister- in-law, Jo Mag and many nieces and nephews.
Paul was in the Air Force for four years and later retiring from
Colgate Palmolive.
Funeral service 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17,
at White Chapel Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Gladstone, Clay Co., MO, Obituary
http://meyersfuneralchapel.com/2017/04/27/tom-blankenship/
Thomas Jefferson Blankenship, Jr., 91, of Gladstone, MO passed away April 27, 2017, at the North Kansas City Hospital, [Jackson Co., MO].
He was born January 18, 1926 in Potter, KS to Thomas Jefferson Blankenship, Sr.
and Sophia (Meinert) Blankenship.
Tom graduated high school in Effingham, KS and was a veteran of the
United States Marine Corp. He spent the
majority of his working career in maintenance at Griffin Wheel, a foundry in
Kansas City, KS, where he retired at the age of 60 following 25 plus years of
service. During his career, he was very
active in the Steel Workers Union, where he served as President of the local
union.
In his spare time he enjoyed dabbling in real estate. In his earlier years, he bought a farm in
Baldwin, KS and built the first of two homes.
He later built a home in Northmoor, MO.
Tom was a good man and will be missed by family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and four siblings, Robert Leo Blankenship, Irvin Blankenship, Nina Adams and Doris Urish.
Survivors include three children,
Cheryl Savala of Kansas City, KS, Linda Blankenship of Arkansas City, KS and Sandra Bruhns of Lawrence, KS; a sister,
Betty Schott of Laguna Niguel, CA; four
grandchildren, Jill Horton, Tim Savala, Lance Bruhns and Brittany Bruhns;
several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be
held 2:30 p.m. Sunday, May 7, 2017, at the St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery in
Easton, KS, with Rev. Rick Twenhaffel officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Kearney, Clay
Co., MO, Obituary
https://hkfuneralhome.com/en-memorium/maxine-blankenship-tester
Eunice Maxine Tester, 89, of Kearney,
MO passed away, April 4, 2016. She was born on November 10, 1926 to Robert H. and
Sarah E. (Boydston) Blankenship in rural Platte County.
She graduated from Smithville High School
in 1944. On January 31, 1946 she was united in marriage to Andrew F. Tester of
rural Platte County. After their
marriage they lived on farms in Platte, Clay, and Clinton counties. Born to this marriage were a son, Bennie, and
a daughter, Andrea Sue. She worked in
the nursing profession for Spelman Memorial Hospital in Smithville for several
years. Maxine enjoyed cooking,
gardening, and spending time with family and friends. She was a member of the Paradise Baptist
Church.
Her husband preceded her in death on
December 8, 1992.nShe was also preceded in death by
her parents, her daughter, Andrea Sue Smith, and nine brothers and sisters.
Maxine is survived by her son, Bennie
Tester and wife Deborah, Holt, MO; grandchildren, Connie (Jeremy) Decker, Brian
Smith, Sarah (Jerry) Moyer, Rachel (Jesse) Schemm, and Paul (Tiffany) Tester;
eleven great-grandchildren; Zachary, Austin, Isabayla, Hannah, Matthew, Axel,
Emma, Josephine, Andrew, Makayla, and Sadie; three sisters, Thelma (Jack) Shreve, Shirley Abbott, and Peggy Rick; several
nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral Services: 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 7th at
Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville.
2018, Liberty, Clay
Co., MO, Obituary
The Kansas City Star, (MO) - February 7, 2018
Patricia Lee Blankenship, 84, of Liberty, MO died Jan. 29, 2018.
Services will be held Mon., Feb. 12, at St. James Catholic Church
in Liberty, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Liberty, Clay
Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.signaturefunerals.com/patricia-lee-blankenship/
Patricia Lee Blankenship, 84, of Liberty,
MO passed away on January 29th, 2018. Patty was born in Springfield, MO on July
4th, 1933.
She was one of seven Brothers and
Sisters. She was a graduate of SMSU, Draughn Business College. She served as a
Clerk Typist for the Missouri Division of Family Services, retiring after 26
years of service. Patty’s life revolved around her family. She loved music and
played the piano. She enjoyed attending Mass and was a member of the Over 50
Group at St James Catholic Church. Patty had a great sense of humor and enjoyed
making people laugh. She never met a stranger and would help anyone in need.
Patty is survived by Son, Patrick L. West
of Liberty and Daughter, Pamela G. (Adam) Love of Madisonville, LA. Grandmother
to Katelyn A. Love and Robert W. Love also of Madisonville, sister, Margie
(Mike) Rookstool and brother-in-law, Allen Stockstill of Springfield, MO.
Numerous Nieces and Nephews.
Funeral Mass will be held at St. James
Catholic Church in Liberty, MO on Monday, February 12, 2018 at 10:30 am.
+2018, North Kansas City, Clay Co., MO, Obituary
Published in Kansas City Star on Mar. 11,
2018
Vincent L. Blankenship, 67, was born 9-27-50; he passed away 3-7-18 at the Northcare
Hospice House.
Services are on March 17 at 10am at Eastside Baptist in
Independence Mo.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Smithville, Clay Co., MO, Funeral
Published in Kansas City Star on July 5, 2017
Curtis D. Blankenship, age 74 [1943], lifelong resident of Smithville, MO, passed away Friday,
June 30 2017, surrounded by his loved ones.
A celebration of Curtis' life will be held on Sunday, July 9, 2017,
at the American Legion, 2607 MO-92, Smithville, MO 64089, from 1:00- 4:00 pm.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Smithville, Clay Co., MO, Obituary
Lifelong resident of Smithville MO, Curtis Blankenship (74), passed
away Friday, June 30, 2017, surrounded by his loved ones at North Kansas City
Hospital. Curt was born on May 27, 1943 in Smithville, and was predeceased by
his parents, Robert "Junior" and Emma Blankenship.
Curt is survived by his wife of 35 years,
Bobbi; his children, Kelly (wife, Jill) Blankenship; Kerry (fiancé, Jennifer Webb) Blankenship; Rachael (husband, Chuck)
Wortman; step-daughter, Nichole (husband, Matthew) Dowd; and his
grand-daughter, Emma (husband, Carl) Priesendorf.
A celebration of Curt's life will be held
on Sunday, July 9, 2017 at the American Legion, 2607 MO-92, Smithville, MO
64089, from 1:00 - 4:00 pm.
+2017, Smithville, Clay Co., MO, Funeral
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Curtis-Dean-Blankenship-104962980
Curtis Dean Blankenship, May 27, 1943 - June 30, 2017, Kansas
A celebration of Curt’s life will be held on Sunday July 9 2017 at the American
Legion 2607 MO-92 Smithville MO 64089 from 1:00- 4:00 pm.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Smithville, Clay Co., MO, Obituary
The Kansas
City Star, (MO) - May 23, 2019
Zelma Clower, 96
[31Jul1922], of Smithville,
MO passed away, Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at the Gower Convalescent Center. Zelma was born
in Ray County, MO to Robert Edward and Nannie Ellen (McCroskie) Howard.
She was a homemaker and a help-mate with
her husband, Clark, in running their business, Clower's Standard Service for 28
years. Zelma was a member of the Smithville United Methodist Church where she
served communion for several years. She was a member of several neighborhood
ladies' clubs and enjoyed playing cards with another group of friends. Most of
all, she cherished time spent with her family.
She was preceded in death by her
husbands, H .B. Livingston and E. Clark Clower; daughter, Belinda Joy
Livingston; brothers and sister, Robert V. Howard, Laverne Howard Goode
and Ellen
Lorene Blankenship; and her great-grandson, Jack Andrew Wolters.
She is survived by her sons, H. Bill
(Linda) Livingston and Steven C. (Susan) Clower; daughter, Judy E. (Richard)
Shepherd; grandchildren, Stephanie (Jacob) Simon, Natalie (Joshua) Milne,
Stephanie (Jared) Wolters, Shanie (Steve) Colston, Matthew (Kathi) Shepherd,
Amanda (Mark) Fullbright, Scott (Megan) Shepherd; great-grandchildren, Neely
and Maya Simon, Brinley and Becket Milne, Brooke, Spencer and Ella Wolters,
Misty (Timothy) Hudson, and Steven (Ashlie) Colston, Daniel Shepherd, Derek
Fullbright, and Theodore Shepherd; great-great-grandchildren, Haidyn Hudson,
Brantly Colston, and Lucas Anderson.
Funeral Service: 11:00 am, Saturday, May
25, 2019, at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, in Smithville, MO. Burial will be in
Lathrop Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Cole
+2017, Eugene, Cole
Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) - July 27, 2017
Ron Wallis, 68, of Eugene, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, July 25,
2017. He was born December 5, 1948, to the late Louie and Ruby (Blankenship) Wallis.
Ron was a member of Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church in Mary's
Home, Mo. He was a board member of Our Lady of the Snows Credit Union, a past
board member and president of Cole County R-5 School District and president of
Spring Garden Cemetery in Eugene, Mo. Ron was a nature-lover who enjoyed all
things outdoors. He was known in the Spring Garden community for sharing the
bountiful harvest from his garden and hunting and fishing trips. He always had
time to visit and share stories. He also enjoyed playing card games with
neighbors and friends.
He was united in marriage to Darlene (Berendzen) Wallis on December
27, 1969, in Mary's Home, who survives in the home. Other survivors include: a
son, Matt Wallis (Bev of Warren-ton, Mo.; two daughters, Jenny Sides (Steve) of
Jefferson City, Mo., Hope Wallis of Prairie Village, Kan.; and five
grandchildren, Ashleigh, Kyle, Jake, Will and Stella. He is also survived by a
sister, Margie Crowe (Joe) of Eugene, Mo.; and numerous in-laws, nieces and
nephews.
Funeral Mass will be Saturday, July 29, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. at Our
Lady of the Snows Catholic Church. Private family interment will be held at
Spring Garden Cemetery at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Jefferson City, Cole Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) Date: March 25, 2015
Isaac "Ike" Blankenship, 61 [18Oct1953], of Jefferson City, died Monday, March
23, 2015, at his residence.
Survivors include: his wife,
Betty Blankenship; two sons,
Brian Blankenship, Matthew Blankenship;
one step-son, William Jackson; two step-daughters, Jennifer Lee, Tammy Jackson;
three brothers; four sisters; 10 step-grandchildren; and five
step-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 9-11 a.m., Thursday, March 26, 2015, in the
Birmingham-Martin Funeral Home, Vienna, followed by the funeral service at 11
a.m. Interment with full military honors will be in the Vienna Public Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Jefferson City, Cole Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) Date: March 25, 2015
Margie Hewitt, 83, of Jefferson City, Missouri, passed away on
Monday, March 23, 2015. Margie was born May 8, 1931, in the Maries County,
Missouri. She was the only child of Corbett and Maggie Blankenship Scheulen.
She spent her early childhood on a farm south of Meta, Missouri and
her family moved to New Bloomfield in 1955. She worked for Donnie and Louise
Trammell at Don's Market for 17 years. She later managed the kitchen at Meadow
Lake Country Club. Her health forced her to retire in 1989.
Margie loved crafts and making quilts. She loved to cook, work
crossword puzzles, write poems, garage sales and
flowers. She was a member of New Bloomfield Christian Church where she enjoyed
attending the CWF meetings. But most of all she loved being with her family.
She is survived by two daughters, Joyce Bonnett of Holts Summit and
Glenda (Jeff) Siegel of New Bloomfield; three grandsons, Ryan and Grant (Cindy)
Timbrook and Mike Bonnett; three great-grandchildren, Kile, Kaitlin and Kaiden;
several cousins and many other family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Helen
Timbrook and a grandson, Greg Siegel
Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 26, at
New Bloomfield Christian Church. Burial will follow in New Bloomfield City
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Jefferson City, Cole Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) - November 24, 2015
Mrs. Delphia May Morgan, age 103 years, of Jefferson City, Mo.,
died Sunday, November 22, 2015, at the Summit
Villa Nursing Center, [Washington Co., MO]. Delphia was born February 21, 1912, in
Livonia, Mo., the daughter of Mason and Verdia Blankenship Barnhart.
On March 1, 1930, at Unionville, Mo., she married Lee Ryals who
preceded her in death on October 9, 1961. On September 22, 1966, at Unionville,
Mo., she married Keith Morgan who preceded her in death on December 20, 1987.
She graduated from Lancaster High School in Lancaster, Mo. and
taught at Petty School, a one room school west of Omaha. Delphia and Lee Ryals
owned the Ryals Oil Company, which eventually became Unionville Motors. They
sold Cadillac, GMC and Pontiac brands and were the first Willys dealership in
north Missouri. They also owned and operated a one thousand acre farm with
registered Angus cattle. One of her goals was to travel to all the 48
contiguous states and she accomplished that goal in the 1970's.
Her focus in life was God and her family. Her favorite hobbies were
cooking, quilting, and attending church and family functions. A resident of the
Jefferson City area since 1976, Delphia was a member of the Capital City
Christian Church, a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Unionville Chapter
No. 62, a member of the Grand Cross of Color, and the Order of the White Shrine
of Jerusalem.
Survivors include: four grandchildren, Andrew Lee Schwerdtfeger and
his wife Mary Beth of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Cynthia Ann Anderson and her
husband Jonathen of Columbia, Mo., Jill Leslie McDonald and her partner David
Gregg of Jefferson City. Mo. and Sara Kristen Hartford and her husband Robert
of Pierre, South Dakota; seven great-grandchildren, Andrew James Schwerdtfeger,
Nathaniel Gregory McDonald, Mary Agnes Lester, Melissa Ann Anderson, Amanda
Ryals Schwerdtfeger, Adam Lee Anderson, and Shannon Elisabeth McDonald; and
nine great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands; her
daughter and son-in-law, Bonnie and James Schwerdtfeger; one great-grandson,
Christopher John Schwerdtfeger; one great-great-grandson, August James
McDonald; and two brothers, Glen Barnhart and Cloyd Barnhart.
Graveside services and interment will be conducted at 11:00 a.m.,
Wednesday, November 25, 2015, at the Unionville Cemetery, Unionville, Mo. with
the Reverend Don Fankhauser officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1910 Census, West Prairie, Schuyler Co.,
MO,
Barnhart, Mace A. 24, M, MO, Head,
Barnhart, Verdie 20, F, MO, Wife,
Barnhart, Glenn 04, M, MO, Son,
Barnhart, Cloyd 01, M, MO, Son,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:M2BT-XNN
1920 Census, Grant, Putnam Co., MO,
Barnhart, Mace A. 34, M, MO, Head,
Barnhart, Virdie 28, F, MO, Wife,
Barnhart, Glenn 14, M, MO, Son,
Barnhart, Lloyd 11, M, MO, Son,
Barnhart, Delphia 09, F, MO, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:M8C5-2FD
2016, Jefferson City, Cole Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) - January 1, 2017
Lois Ann Harrelson, 94, of Jefferson City, Missouri, entered
eternal rest on Tuesday, December 20, 2016, after a brief illness related to
her age. She was born February 18, 1922, in Lebanon, Illinois, the eldest
daughter of Louis Earl and Margaret Isabella Poole.
Lois graduated from Lebanon High School with the class of 1939. On
September 1, 1950, she was united in marriage to Joseph D. Harrelson at St.
Paul's Evangelical and Reformed Church in Lebanon and they lived in East St.
Louis, Belleville, Palatine and Trenton, Illinois before moving to Jefferson
City in 1992. Lois loved, supported and doted on family members, especially the
love of her life, husband "Joe Dale," her sister Betty Jane, and
Betty's children Tara, Tim and Tanya. She always remembered loved ones by
writing letters and sending birthday and anniversary cards to relatives and
friends, who numbered in the hundreds! She traveled extensively, visiting all
50 states, and enjoyed multiple cruises and international trips. She wintered
in Florida with her late cousin James "Buddy" Phebus and
sisters-in-law Flora Foltz and the late Clara McKinley. Lois enjoyed square
dancing with her husband and their Chicago friends, shopping as evidenced by
her ample wardrobe, solving word puzzles whenever possible and keeping active
by working out at her exercise club. Lois was an avid reader, especially daily
readings from the Bible and was a lifelong member of the United Church of
Christ. She was so loved by her family: her parents, her husband, her sister,
her cousins, her hundreds of in-laws, nieces, and nephews, and her extended
family and friends all over the country. She will be truly missed.
She was predeceased by her husband, parents, and sister, Betty J.
Zantow, several cousins and sisters and brothers-in-law.
She is survived by her nieces
and nephews and their families: Tara Zantow and Tim Blankenship of Boxborough, Massachusetts; Tim Zantow
of Brockton, Massachusetts; and Tanya and John Marks of Higganum, Connecticut;
her loving cousin, Barbara, and husband, Joe Weaver of Jefferson City, who
cared for her for many years, and their daughters and their families, Ann and
Ernie Perry of Middleton, Wisconsin and Carol and Richard Bowe of Albany,
Georgia; her cherished sister-in-law, Flora Foltz of Normal, Illinois; and
brother-in-law, Wilhelm Zantow of Orleans, Massachusetts.
Funeral Worship Service will be Saturday January 7, 2017 at 11:00
a.m. at the Central United Church of Christ, with the Reverend Rushan
Sinnaduray officiating. Burial will be at College Hill Cemetery in Lebanon,
Illinois, on Monday, January 9, 2017 at 1:00 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Jefferson City, Cole Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) - January 25, 2017
Mr. Robert N. Hohenstreet, age 84 years, of Jefferson City, MO,
passed away January 22, 2017, at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital. He was born on
December 15, 1932, in Jefferson City, MO, a son of Arthur and Ruth (Speedy)
Hohenstreet.
Bob was married in 1960, in Jefferson City, MO to Gloria Reinhardt.
He later married Janice
Wooderson Blankenship on August 14, 1998, in Jefferson City, MO. Bob attended St.
Peters Catholic School and moved to St. Louis where he graduated from Christian
Brothers High School. He served in the United States Army from November 15,
1955 until he was honorably discharged on November 15, 1958. It was in the
military that he learned how to operate heavy equipment and he would use that
skill the rest of his life. Bob was employed as a heavy equipment operator with
Beck Quarries (later became Capital Quarries) for over 20 years until his
retirement in 2002. Before his work at the quarry, he was the manager at the
Public Water Supply District #2. He helped establish the Cole County Volunteer
Fire Department and was a past member of St. Peter Catholic Church.
Bob enjoyed building model trains, photography, the occasional trip
to the casino, and boating at the Lake of the Ozarks when his children were
younger. More than anything, he cherished spending time with his family,
especially if that meant barbequing or eating out with them.
Survivors include: his wife, Janice Hohenstreet of Jefferson City,
Mo.; one daughter, Deborah Twehus (husband Alfred) of Centertown, Mo.; three step-children, Jerald Blankenship (wife Anita) of Jefferson City, Mo., Jeanne Little (husband Jim) of Columbia, Mo. and Jeffrey Blankenship of Jefferson City, Mo.; two brothers, Nick
Hohenstreet (wife Michelle) of Drexel, Mo. and Bill Hohenstreet of Grandview,
Mo.; and two grandchildren, Nicolas Kaiser of Dallas, Texas and Elizabeth
Twehus of Centertown, Mo.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Wayne Hohenstreet
in 1993; two brothers, George and Jim Hohenstreet; and a sister and
brother-in-law, Nancy and Al Lueckenhoff.
A memorial service will be conducted at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, January
28, 2017, in the Freeman Mortuary Chapel with military honors following.
Private graveside services and interment will be held at Hawthorn Memorial
Gardens at a later time.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Jefferson City, Cole Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) - January 31, 2018
Jeanette Clara Branch, 86, of Jefferson City, passed away Friday,
January 26, 2018, at St. Joseph Bluffs. She was born April 28, 1931, in St.
Elizabeth, the daughter of the late Bernard Fredrick and Alma Elizabeth
(Schell) Oligschlaeger.
She was a 1949 graduate of St. Elizabeth High School. Jeanette was
united in marriage on September 4, 1954, in St. Elizabeth to Jack Lewis Branch
who preceded her in death on June 12, 1999.
Jeanette was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister
and friend She was a member of Immaculate Conception
Catholic Church where she served on the funeral luncheon committee for many
years, member of the St. Ann's Sodality, member of the Immaculata Club,
volleyball coach at I.C. and was a 4-H Leader. She enjoyed crafts of all kinds
including crocheting, cross-stitching, quilting, and ceramics.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and three
brothers, Leroy, Gerald, and Robert Oligschlaeger; and two sisters, Blanche
Kemna and Dolores Ritter; and one great-granddaughter,
Claire Blankenship.
Survivors include six children, Ann (Stephen Mark) Rackers,
Brentwood, Mo.; Jim (Julie) Branch, Jefferson City; Mary (Mike) Luetkemeyer,
Jefferson City; Kathy (Rob) Abernathy, Jefferson City; Jane (John) Kohler, St.
Louis; Julie (Jerry) Keithline, Kansas City; 11 grandchildren Kayleigh, Maggie,
Brett, Lindsey, Jacob, Abby, Morgan, Turner, Matthew, Francie and Nealy; four
greatgrandchildren, Carson, Allison, Amelia and Killian; one sister, Helen
(Donald) Hirsch, Jefferson City; two sisters-in-law, Marg Oligschlaeger,
Brooklyn, Iowa; Gerri Oligschlaeger, Jefferson City; and one brother-in-law,
Junior (Viola) Branch, Gravois Mills.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Friday, February 2, 2018,
at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with the Rev. Donald J. Antweiler
officiating. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Jefferson City, Cole Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) - August 28, 2018
Addison Renee Hanlon, infant daughter of Brandon L. Hanlon and
Hayley Renee Schultz went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, August 22, 2018.
She is survived by her parents, Brandon and Hayley of the home; her
maternal grandparents, Butch and Tina Schultz of Stover; paternal grandparents,
Cory and Melanie Hanlon of Gravois Mills; paternal
great-grandmothers, Louise Blankenship of Gravois Mills and Gail Hanlon of Eldon;
several aunts, uncles and cousins.
A private family graveside service and interment will be held in
the Versailles Cemetery. www.kidwellgarber.com
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Jefferson City, Cole Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) - January 27, 2019
Janice Rea Blankenship Hohenstreet, 83, of Jefferson City, passed away Wednesday, January 23,
2019, at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital. She was born December 28, 1935, in
Indianola, Iowa, the daughter of the late David Wade and Faye Leona (Parrett) Wooderson.
Janice worked for the Missouri Highway Patrol as a clerk typist
from 1953-56. She later worked for the Missouri Department of Revenue as a key
entry operator from 1980-84. She was a former member of First United Methodist
Church. Following her marriage to Robert Hohenstreet, she attended St. Peter
Catholic Church. She enjoyed playing cards and gardening especially working
with her iris. Janice loved horses and Scotty dogs her entire life and had
several Scotties over her lifetime. She loved her family and babysitting her
grandchildren and being involved in whatever her family was doing.
Janice was a 1953 graduate of Jefferson City High School. She was married on June 9, 1956, at First United Methodist Church in Jefferson
City to Jerome Frank
Blankenship who preceded her
in death on August 13, 1992. On August 14, 1998, at St. Peter Catholic Church
in Jefferson City, she married Robert Hohenstreet who preceded her in death on
January 22, 2017.
Survivors include three children,
Jerald (Anita) Blankenship , Jefferson City; Jeanne (Jim) Little, Columbia; Jeffrey Blankenship
, Jefferson City; six grandchildren,
Sara (Derrick) Smith, Kristie
Blankenship , Julie (Joshua)
Meranda, Kellen Little, Katie Little, Joshua Blankenship
; and three great-grandchildren, Gabriel Smith, Cordelia Smith, and Carter
Meranda.
Funeral service will be 11:30 a.m., Saturday, February 2, 2019, at
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Russellville, Cole Co., MO, Obituary
The California Democrat, (MO) -
August 7, 2019
Verna Mae Volkart, 90, of Russellville, MO, passed away on Sunday,
August 4, 2019, at St. Mary's Hospital in Jefferson
City, [Cole Co.,] MO, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 8,
1928, in Rural Moniteau County, the daughter of Elmer Hall and Bernice (Blankenship) Hall, both of whom preceded her in death.
Verna was a stay at home mom and was a very loving mother, grandma,
and great-grandmother. She was a member of the Russellville Methodist Church
and attended the Corticelli Baptist Church later in life. Verna enjoyed
reading, sewing, doing embroidery, canning, visiting and talking with friends
and family.
Verna was a graduate of California High School in 1945. She was
united in marriage on January 19, 1947, in Olathe, Kan. to Dean Volkart who
preceded her in death in November of 2009.
Verna is also preceded in death by one son, Larry Volkart; one
grandson, Cameron Hess; one brother, Cletus Hall and one son-in-law, Kenny
Howard.
Survivors include three sons; Michael C. (Kathy) Volkart of
Russellville, MO, Duane (Tammy) Volkart of Russellville, MO, Terry J. (Cindy)
Volkart of California, MO; three daughters, Connie (Larry) Lovett of
California, MO, Vicky (Steve) Hees of Jamestown, MO, Kathy (Kenny) Dean of
Centertown, MO; one daughter-in-law, Revae Volkart of Russellville, MO; one
brother, Emmett Hall of California, MO; one sister, Betty Shikles of
Russellville, MO; one sister-in-law, Margaret Hall of Excelsior Springs, MO; 27
grandchildren; and 35 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 12 pm, Wednesday, August 7, 2019, at
the Corticelli Baptist Church near Russellville, MO. Officiating will be Pastor
Rick Seaton. Burial will be at Enloe Cemetery. Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Service,
California, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1930 Census,
Burris Fork, Moniteau Co., MO
Hall, Elmer C. 26, M, MO, Head,
Hall, Bernice M. 20, F, MO, Wife,
Hall, Cletus E. 03, M, MO, Son,
Hall, Verna M. 01, F, MO, Dau,
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XHN3-HVJ
Cooper
2018, Boonville, Cooper
Co., MO, Obituary
Boonville Daily News (MO) - January 12, 2018
Richard Jennings Stretz, 82, Boonville, MO, passed away on
Saturday, January 6, 2018 at Ashley Manor Care Center in Boonville, MO. Richard
was born on June 3, 1935 in Boonville, MO, the son of Harold Jennings and Dora
Lane (Nevins) Stretz who preceded him in death.
After he graduated from S.S. Peter and Paul High School, Boonville,
MO, he joined the U.S. Navy where he served as a medic from 1954-1958. He then
pursued his dream of becoming an actor and moved to New York where he studied
acting, performing in four off-Broadway productions as well as small roles in
two Broadway productions. He attended Stephens College from 1974-1976 where he
earned a BA in Theatre Arts and German. He worked as the Program Coordinator
for the Community Food and Nutrition Program for the Lane County Senior
Services in Eugene, Ore. While living in Oregon he earned a Graduate Teaching
Fellowship from the University of Oregon and a Master Gardener Certificate from
Oregon State University. In 1985, he moved to Los Angeles, Calif. where he
enjoyed community theater and taught year-round acting
classes for children and teens for the City of Los Angeles Cultural Affairs,
Barnsdall Art Park until 1995. Richard retired from the State of California as
a case worker for individuals with developmental disabilities in the Social
Services Department. He was also the Program Director with Easter Seal Society
of California for five years, the Gallery Education Coordinator for the Junior
Arts Center, Barnsdall Art Park for 10 years and Program Coordinator for Los
Angeles Children's Museum for four years. Richard was a lover of all flowers
and a horticulturist who specialized in plant hybridizing. He was the Vice President
of the American Hemorocallis Society and Senior Exhibition Judge of the
American Hermerocallis Society as well as horticultural lecturer in Los Angeles
area plant societies. After retirement, Richard moved back to his roots,
Boonville, Mo. in order to enjoy his family and friends.
He was also preceded in death by one sister, Karen Sylvia Stretz
and one nephew, Clark Cody Stretz.
Survivors include: two sisters,
Denise Blankenship (Greg) and Stephanie
Young (Bill); one brother, John Stretz (Marla) and several nieces and one
nephew
Memorial service will be on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at 11 a.m. . at Thacher Funeral Home,
629 E. Morgan St., Boonville, Mo. Officiating will be Fr. Bill Peckman.
Inurnment will be in St Peter and Paul Cemetery in Boonville, Mo.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Crawford
2016, Steelville, Crawford
Co., MO, Obituary
The Paragould Daily Press, (AR) - February 5, 2016
John T. Eaton of Steelville, MO was born on Saturday, October 22,
1938 in Knoble, AR to Thurman Eaton and Frances (Hefner) Eaton. He passed away
on Wednesday, February 3, 2016 in St.
Louis, MO at the age of 77 years, 3 months, and 12 days.
John served his country honorably in the Air Force during the
Vietnam War and received an outstanding unit award. He married Mary
Blankenship on May 31, 1968 in
Paragould, AR. He became an avid reader of the Bible in the last few years of
his life. He watched "Shepherd's Chapel" on TV every night. He spent
much time at the local "round table" socializing among friends. He
was proud of his family and enjoyed spending time with them, especially his
grandchildren.
John is preceded in death by his parents Thurman and Frances Eaton;
parents-in-law Robert and Alice Blankenship; and brother Travis Eaton and his wife Mavis (Stevens) Eaton.
He is survived by his wife Mary Eaton of Steelville, MO; children
John Keith Eaton of Jonesboro, AR, Thomas D. Eaton of Steelville, MO, and
Shannon S. (Rebecca) Eaton of Plato, MO; brothers Tony Eaton, David (Linda)
Eaton, and Cloyce (Sally) Eaton all of Paragould, AR, Jerry Eaton of AR;
sisters Sue Thurman of Paragould, AR, Sharon (Ron) Mays of Lakeland, FL, Loyce
(David) Saylor of Tulsa, OK, and Tammy Pannells of Little Rock, AR;
grandchildren Jacob Eaton of CO, Katherine Eaton of West Plains, MO, Kaylee
Eaton of Plato, MO, and Alyssa Eaton of Atlanta, GA; nieces, nephews, cousins
and friends.
Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 PM on Monday, February 8, 2016
with service following at 7:00 PM at Hutson Funeral Home, Steelville, MO with
Pastor Jerry Beers officiating. Burial will be in Paragould, AR with full
military honors at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, February 9 at New Friendship Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Daviess
+2017, Gallatin, Daviess
Co., MO, Obituary
Robert J. (Bob) Lounsbery, 85, formerly of Lake Viking passed away
Sunday, January 29, 2017, at the North Care Hospice House. Dad was born
November 9, 1931 to Hector and Edna (Harte) Scheffer in Chicago, IL.
Dad was a proud graduate of Leo High School in Chicago and attended
one year of college at Marquette University before enlisting in the United
States Air Force. Dad’s mom remarried George Lounsbery and Dad was adopted by
Grampa at the age of 18. While in the Air Force and the Korean War, Dad was a
flight mechanic and instructor at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas. After his
enlistment ended in 1955 he moved to Kansas City and joined his dad at Corn
Products Company in North Kansas City. While working at CPC, Dad worked his way
up to Plant Operations Engineer and Manager retiring in the 1980’s. After
working at CPC, Dad worked with Dale Faulkner Painting in Holt, MO and then
Dagley Chevrolet in Kearney and finally Ferrelgas Company in Gallatin.
Dad loved his fast cars, fast boats and a good Southern Comfort
Old-Fashioned (which he taught many a bartender and his daughters how to make).
Dad met the love of his life, Mary Margaret, in 1957 on North Oak
Trafficway. While both of them were older, they decided marriage was something
they hadn’t tried and were married July 5, 1958. Mom and Dad were married for
57 years before Mom’s passing in 2015. The two only children had five children,
14 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.
Dad was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Mary, and son,
Mike, and grandson, Brad.
Left to cherish the wonderful and sometimes strict memories of our
beautiful parents are Laura (Hans) Habighorst, Kansas City, KS; Lynn (Doug)
Bradberry, Gladstone, MO; Jim Lounsbery, Peculiar, MO; and Karen (Robert) Blankenship, Kansas
City, MO. Daughter-in-law Kim Lounsbery, Gladstone, MO, two sisters Darlynn
(Doug) Kelsey of Phoenix, AZ and Cherie Scheffer of Grand Junction, CO; and
numerous nieces and nephews.
Mass will be held at 12:00 noon Saturday, February 4th, at Mary
Immaculate Catholic Church in Gallatin, with Father Bob Rost officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Robert W.
Blankenship – b.04Dec1967 - Kansas City, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MH6-KF9
Relatives -
Ernest W. Blankenship, Karen Marie Blankenship, W. Blankenship.
+2015, Lake Viking, Daviess Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=3254646&fh_id=14027
Mary M. Lounsbery 80 of Lake Viking passed away Sunday July 26,
2015 at her home. Our mom, Mary Margaret (Sindt) Lounsbery, was born March 10,
1935 to B. F. and Isabel Sindt in Sioux City, IA.
Services will be held at the Mary Immaculate Catholic Church in
Gallatin Saturday August 1, 2015 with visitation starting at 10:30 a.m. Rosary
at 11:30 a.m. and Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Cremation and arrangements by
McWilliams Funeral Home in Gallatin
Growing up in Sioux City, IA, she graduated from Bishop Heelan High
School in 1953 and attended one year of college at Grinnell University. She
moved to Kansas City, MO in her early 20’s and met Robert (Bob) Lounsbery. They
married on July 5, 1958 and had 5 children.
Mom was a devoted mother who took care of her children at any cost.
She was a room mother, a PTA leader, a Girl Scout leader with two Brownie
troops at one time totaling 90 girls, the Paint Lady at St. Charles Catholic
Church, a Sunday School teacher, the police dispatcher for the Village of
Oakview, the first female director at Ferrelgas Company – Director of
Transportation, the secretary for the Lake Viking Homemakers Club, a volunteer for
the Lake Vikings Lions Club Kids Camp, the receptionist at the Jamesport Clinic
(where she met many Amish families whom she truly cared about), a devout member
of Mary Immaculate Church in Gallatin, MO and more importantly a friend to all
who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, son Mike, grandson Brad.
She is survived by her loving husband Robert (Bob) of the home, children, Laura (Hans) Habighorst,
Kansas City, KS, Lynn (Doug) Bradberry, Gladstone, MO, Jim Lounsbery, Peculiar,
MO and Karen (Robert) Blankenship, Kansas City, MO, daughter-in-law, Kim Lounsbery,
Gladstone, MO two sisters-in-laws: Darlynn (Doug) Kelsey, Gilbert, AZ and
Cherie Scheffer, Grand Junction, CO, 14 grandchildren and 19 great
grandchildren, as well as nieces and nephews, to cherish her memory and heart.
Momma, we love you forever.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Robert W. Blankenship – b.04Dec1967 -
Kansas City, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MH6-KF9
Relatives: Ernest W. Blankenship, Karen
Marie Blankenship, W. Blankenship.
DeKalb
2016, Maysville, DeKalb
Co., MO, Obituary
St. Joseph News-Press (MO) - February 5, 2016
John D. Eggleston, age 99, was born March 28, 1916, the son of
Harvey and Maggie (Dixon) Eggleston, and passed away February 2, 2016, in Cameron, [Clinton Co.,] Missouri.
On May 2, 1937, John and Bernice Daniels were united in marriage.
To this union, three children were born. Bernice passed away August 28, 1968.
John was a lifelong resident of DeKalb County, where he farmed and worked for
Missouri State Weights and Measures and MFA Agri Services. He was a member of
Maysville Horse Shoe Pitchers Association and a former Horse Shoe pitching
National Champion.
After the death of his wife Bernice, John married Sally Gellert in
1971, until her passing on November 9, 2014.
John is preceded in death by: his parents; wife, Bernice Eggleston;
wife, Sally Eggleston; daughter, Jane Jones; granddaughter, Kim Freehand; two sisters, Irene Blankenship and Cuma Ellis; and daugher-in-law, Twila Eggleston.
Survivors include: two children, John D. Eggleston Jr., Cameron,
and Judy Jennings (Roger), Joplin, Missouri; four grandchildren, Steve Jones,
J. Eggleston, Nancy Wheatley and Jaimie Frazier; seven great-grandchildren; one
great-great-grandchild; and numerous friends.
Graveside services: 10 a.m. Saturday, February 6, 2016, at Fairport
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Irene Eggleston Blankenship; http://image1.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=96698767
Feb. 1, 1909 - Apr. 22, 1979;
Dent
+2019, Salem, Dent
Co., MO, Death
Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO) - April 15, 2019
Vera D. (Blankenship) Propst, 84, of Salem, formerly of Park Hills passed away April 14, 2019.
She was born July 5, 1934.
Services are pending at Coplin Funeral Home, Park Hills.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Salem, Dent
Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.thesalemnewsonline.com/obituaries/article_9953ae80-607a-11e9-8d9f-c3b737b493d3.html
Mrs. Vera D. Propst, of Salem and formerly of Park
Hills, died April 14, 2019 at the age of 84 years.
Survivors include her children, Herbert
Propst and John Stevens; Angela West and husband, Howard; Rebecca Hollander and
husband, Jeff; Carole Conaway and husband, Dennis; and Patricia Blei;
grandchildren, David, Chad, Brandy, Brad, Jamie, Steven, Samantha and Keith;
great-grandchildren, Cory, Nick, Kayla, Mario, Angela, Kenzie, Kadin, Jimmy,
Abby, Megan, Codi, Trevor, Saige, Seth, Emmy, Colton, Abby and Paityn,
great-great-grandchildren, Lilly, Kale, Colten, Liam, Dominic, Aubrey, Steven
and Raelee; sister, Deloris Toney; and a host of extended family and
friends.
Funeral service will be at 12 noon April
19, 2019, at Esther Baptist Church, with Rev. Dennis Conway officiating.
Interment will be in the Odd Fellows Cemetery. Coplin Funeral
Home, Park Hills.
+2019, Salem, Dent
Co., MO, Obituary
Vera D. ‘Little Grandma’ (Blankenship)
Propst, 84, of Salem, formerly of Park Hills passed away April 14, 2019. She
was born July 5, 1934, in Cantwell to the late Anzel and Nettie (Burlbaw)
Blankenship.
In addition to her parents she was
preceded in death by her husband, James Propst; her son, Jimmy Wilkinson;
great-granddaughter, Sierra; and siblings, Melba, Brenda, Rosemary, and Norma
Jean.
Vera is survived by her children, Herbert
(John Stevens) Propst, Angela (Howard) West, Rebecca (Jeff) Hollander, Carole
(Dennis) Conaway, and Patricia Blei; grandchildren, David, Chad, Brandy, Brad,
Jamie, Steven, Samantha, and Keith; great-grandchildren, Cory, Nick, Kayla,
Mario, Angela, Kenzie, Kadin, Jimmy, Abby, Megan, Codi, Trevor, Saige, Seth,
Emmy, Colton, Abby, and Paityn; great-great-grandchildren, Lilly, Kale, Colten,
Liam, Dominic, Aubrey, Steven, and Raelee. Her sister, Deloris Toney, other
relatives and friends also survive.
Funeral service will be at 12 Noon
Friday, April 19, 2019, at Esther Baptist Church, with Rev. Dennis Conway
officiating. Interment will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery. Coplin
Funeral Home, Park Hills.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Douglas
2019, Olathia, Douglas Co., MO, Obituary
The Mansfield Mirror, (MO) - March 13, 2019
Jessie Opal Towe passed away on Thursday, May 7 at the age of 90 at
her home in Olathe, Missouri. Opal was born on November 20, 1928 at the home of
her parents Jesse Hobart Hull and Violet Opal (Goodman) Hull.
Opal attended high school at Norwood and was salutatorian of her
class. She married Robert Medley Towe Jr. on May 8, 1946, and they enjoyed 72 years together.
They lived in Olathe throughout their marriage except for one year spent in
Iowa. They had four children: Wayne, Cheryl, Vicki, and Rick.
Opal became a stay-at-home mother who worked constantly to provide
a comfortable home for her family. She would spend hours canning food, raising
chickens, churning butter, milking cows, and doing all the other chores that
went along with country living. She worked one year at Tobin-Hamilton Shoe
Factory in Mansfield. Until the last several years she loved quilting and
embroidering, which resulted in treasured keepsakes for her
children and grandchildren.
Opal and Bob enjoyed traveling with their neighbors Marvin and
Annabelle Walker. They visited several states, as well as Mexico and Canada.
The two couples also spent many weekends going to square dances together.
Opal was saved at an early age, and she, Bob, Wayne and his wife
Nancy, Cheryl, Vicki, and Rick were all baptized together in 1967 at High
Street Baptist Church in Springfield. Opal and Bob joined the membership of
Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Mansfield on April 9, 2006.
Opal was preceded in death by her husband Bob on May 28, 2018, her
son Wayne Towe; grandson Gregory Steffens; sister Eula
Miller and her husband Steve; son-in-law
Bobby Blankenship; great-grandson Brandon Pham; and
sister-in-law Iris Jean Childs.
Opal is survived by two daughters
Cheryl (Tom) Steffens of Kansas City and Vicki Blankenship
of Mansfield; one son Rick (Kathy) Towe of Strafford; a daughter-in-law Nancy
Towe of Rogers, Arkansas; one brother Lyle (Carol) Hull of Norwood; one sister
Jean Hull of St. Joseph; and a sister-in-law Karen (Bob) Sanders of
Springfield. She is also survived by twelve grandchildren: Kristi Towe, Holly
(Dan) Allan, Terry Towe (Cammy Le), Brenden (Dina Calcara) Steffens, Tim
(Christina) Steffens, Stephanie (Blaine) Hague, Melanie (Michael) Upshaw,
Ashley (Brandon) Mozley, Adam (Tami) Towe, Chelsea Towe (Matt Mayberry), Aleya
(Chris) Siegismund, and Mariya (Zac) Cain; and twenty-six great-grandchildren:
Sarah, Mackenzie, Grant, Riley, Brian, Bruce, Tiffany, Rocco, Nino, Jeremy,
Haley, Anthony, Blaire, Blythe, Blake, Andrew, Jonah, Christopher, Riley,
Alyssa, Eli, Ethan, Gracie, Lucas, Xander, and Josie.
Services for Opal were at 10:30 am, on Tuesday, March 12 at
Mansfield Cumberland Presbyterian Church with Reverend Larry Scott officiating.
Escorts were Tom, Tim, and Brenden Steffens, Adam and Terry Towe, Mike Upshaw,
Blake Mozley, and Jonah Clenney Final resting place is in the Fairview
Cemetery. Holman-Howe Funeral Home of Mansfield.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Vanzant, Douglas Co., MO, Obituary
Mountain Grove News-Journal (MO) - November 6, 2018
Sharon Kay Upshaw, daughter of Charles and Lucile (Evans) Gayman, was born November 5,
1950, in Hawk Springs, WY, and departed this life November 2, 2018, at Texas
County Memorial Hospital, Houston, [Texas Co.,] MO, following a sudden illness. She was 67 years, 11
months, and 28 days of age.
Sharon grew up on a farm in Goshen County, WY and graduated from
Huntley High School. After graduation she went to cosmetology school and spent
some time working in that trade in Scottsbluff, NE before moving to Cheyenne,
WY. It was there she met her future husband who was stationed at Frances E. Warren
A.F.B. They married on April 5, 1975 in Hawk Springs, WY. During the remainder
of Robert's Air Force career, they traveled and lived in a variety of places.
Sharon gave birth to her first daughter in California, second daughter in
Missouri, and third daughter in Germany, during their stint at Izmir, Turkey.
After retiring from the Air Force in 1987, the family moved back to Mountain
Grove, MO, where her husband was from originally and then in 1994 moved to the
Vanzant area.
Sharon's greatest joy was being a home maker to her family as that
was her full-time career after marrying. Among keeping the household running
smoothly, she also enjoyed several hobbies. She was quite crafty and passed her
creativity on to her daughters as well. Crocheting was her top hobby, but she
also liked sewing, cross-stitching, embroidering, and scrapbooking. She loved
to make each holiday special in a variety of ways: trying new recipes,
hand-crafting decorations, or gifting her family with specially made treat bags
of gifts and goodies. Just before her passing, she had made special
trick-or-treat bags for her grand-kids. And not long before that, she was
passing out newly made soup bowl cozies. She had a green thumb and kept the
yard adorned with flowers, plants, and shrubs. She loved all sorts of flowers,
but was especially fond of lilacs and their beautiful scent. She also liked to
cook and bake. She was a master at making perfect no-bake chocolate cookies.
She truly loved cooking dishes each week to take to the Thursday night pot-luck
at the Vanzant Jam Sessions where she enjoyed listening to the music and
visiting with her good friends.
She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Gayman.
She will be lovingly remembered by her family, which include the
following: husband, Robert Upshaw; three daughters, Loretta Upshaw, Deborah
Upshaw Barker, and Elva Upshaw; step-son, Michael Upshaw; two children-in-law, Tom Barker and Melanie (Blankenship) Upshaw; four grandsons, Kyle and Caleb Barker,
Christopher Upshaw, and Jonah Clenney; mother, Lucile Gayman; one sister,
Shirley (Gayman) Squitiero and husband, Rich Squitiero, and a host of extended
family and friends.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018, at 10 am, in
the Craig-Hurtt Chapel. Pastor Carl Phipps will be the officiant with special
songs "Farther Along" and "I'll Fly Away" performed by
Leslee and Breauna Krider. Serving as pallbearers will be Tom Barker, Jonah
Clenney, David Upshaw, Leslee Krider, Roger Lawrence, and Roger Wiseman.
Honorary bearers will be Daily Upshaw, Dean Upshaw, Kenneth Anderson, John
Weber, Kyle Barker, Caleb Barker, Christopher Upshaw, and Richard Johnston.
Burial will be in the Denlow Cemetery near Vanzant, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Dunklin
+2018, Kennett, Dunklin Co., MO, Death
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Vernon-Jack-Blankenship-106237266
Vernon Jack Blankenship, December 9, 1935 - July 4, 2018, Kennett,
Missouri.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Kennett, Dunklin Co., MO, Death
http://www.mcdanielfuneralservice.com/obituary/vernon-blankenship
Vernon Jack Blankenship, son of the late
Hubert
Blankenship and Normal (Darnel) Blankenship was born December 9, 1935 in St. Louis,
Missouri and departed this life on July 4, 2018 in Kennett, Missouri at the age
of 82 years.
Jack was preceded in death by one brother:
Hubert
Jr. Blankenship
Survivors include: Two sons: Jackie Blankenship of
Caruthersville, Missouri, Blake Blankenship of West Memphis, Arkansas; One daughter:
Tracey Strawn and Mark
of Jackson, Tennessee; Two sisters: Regina Bradshaw of Piggott, Arkansas, Dorothy Schalk of
Fredricktown, Missouri; Many grandchildren. Other relatives
and friends.
Graveside services will be 2:00 P M
Friday, July 6, 2018 at the Little Prairie Cemetery in Caruthersville,
Missouri. Burial in Little Prairie Cemetery in Caruthersville,
Missouri.
Franklin
+2017, Catawissa, Franklin Co., MO, Funeral
Layman Blankenship
- January 10, 1944 - April 12, 2017 - Potosi, Missouri
Service at 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 17, 2017 at ChapeL Hill
Mortuary, 6300 Highway 30, Cedar Hill, Missouri. Interment
Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Layman W.
Blankenship – b.10Jan1944 – Centralia, IL: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJWV-DRCY
Relatives -
James Kevin Blankenship, Marla Dawn Blankenship, Wanda Blankenship.
+2017, Catawissa, Franklin
Co., MO, Funeral
http://www.stlfuneral.com/obituaries/Layman-Blankenship/#!/Obituary
Layman Blankenship, of Catawissa,
Missouri was born January 10, 1944, in Potosi, Missouri, to Cicero and Ava (nee Phares)
Blankenship, and entered into rest, Wednesday, April 12, 2017, at Mercy Hospital in Washington,
[Franklin Co.,] Missouri at the
age of 73 years, 3 months and 2 days.
Layman enjoyed hunting, collecting guns
and watching old westerns. He will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by
all who knew and loved him.
He is preceded in death by his parents, a
son, Wayne Blankenship, his wife, Terrie Blankenship, and two brothers,
Kenny
Blankenship and Herman Blankenship.
He is survived by, Two (2) children,
Kevin
(Marla) Blankenship of Herculaneum, Missouri and Traci (Kyle Miller) Zimmer of Breese,
Illinois, One (1) stepdaughter, Janice (Jesse) Cox of Keokuk, Iowa, Seven (7)
grandchildren, Tommy, Zachary (Sarah), Kaylee (Jake), Kenzie, Shawnee, Shelby
and Cade, Two (2) siblings, Thelma (Joe) Maxwell of Cadet, Missouri and Mary Ann Wideman of
Catawissa, Missouri, Special dog, Pugsly, Nieces, nephews and many friends.
Service will be at 2:00 p.m. at Chapel
Hill Mortuary, 6300 Highway 30, Cedar Hill, Missouri. Interment Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.
+2015, New Haven, Franklin Co., MO, Obituary
Published in The Missourian on Mar. 7, 2015
Bonita Louise "Bonnie" Lucas, nee Blankenship, 57, New Haven, passed away Wednesday,
March 4, 2015, at Warrenton Manor, Wright City. Bonnie was born Dec. 22, 1957,
in Washington, daughter of the late Carl Blankenship and wife Lilian, nee Bair.
Bonnie was united in marriage to James Lucas Aug. 1, 1987, in
Louisiana, Mo. Bonnie was a homemaker. Bonnie enjoyed being a wife and mother.
She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Bonnie is survived by her husband, James Lucas, New Haven; two
sons, James Lucas, St. Paul, Mo., and Aaron Michael Lucas, New Haven; one
daughter, Heather (Jack) Edding, Sierra Vista, Ariz.; one brother, Carl Blankenship; one sister, Marie
(Wayne) Busse, Robertsville; and two grandchildren, Alex and Devin Heidicker.
She was preceded in death by her father, Carl
Blankenship; and her mother, Lilian Blankenship, nee Bair.
Services will be
private.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI; Blankenship,
Carl, 55, 20Nov1928 - ??Mar1984, Warrenton, Warren, MO, MO-490-26-3546
2015, New Haven, Franklin Co., MO, Obituary
Published in The Missourian on June 3, 2015
Thomas Albert Carey, 89, Leslie, passed away Saturday, May 30,
2015, at his residence surrounded by his family. Tom was born Oct. 29, 1925, in
Richwoods, the son of the late Albert A. Carey and wife Nellie, nee Daugherty.
He served his country during World War II in the U.S. Army. He
worked as a chemist in the lab at Hawthorn Finishing Company, New Haven, for
many years. He also worked at Ardco, Wellsville, and Permaneer Manufacturing,
Union. He owned and operated Lyon Feed Store, and he farmed.
Tom was the husband of Irma Lydia Carey, nee Blaue. They were
married May 2, 1953, at Evangelical Church Parsonage, Marthasville. Tom enjoyed
farming, woodworking and spending time with his grandchildren. He was a great
storyteller.
Tom is survived by his wife, Irma Carey; seven children, Theresa
Busch and husband John, Morrison, Evelyn LaBoube and husband Vernon, Berger,
Carol Scheer and husband Kevin, Linda Beste and husband Neal, Michael Carey and
wife Mary, Jerome Carey and wife Lisa, all of New Haven, and F. Tom Carey,
Leslie; 16 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; one brother, Joe Carey and
wife Mary Ann, Maryland Heights; and three sisters, Margaret Carey, Sullivan,
Joann Metro and husband Andy, and Mary Vincenc, all of Sullivan. He is also
survived by two sisters-in- law, Myrtle Scheer and husband Jim, Union, and
Frieda Carey, New Haven.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Judy Carey; one grandson, Stuart Blankenship; his parents; four brothers, Bill, Henry,
Fritz and Donald Carey; and his mother- and father-in-law, Virgil and Selma
Blaue.
The Carey family was served by Toedtmann-Grosse Funeral Home, New
Haven.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, New Haven, Franklin
Co., MO, Obituary
Published in www.emissourian.com/ on Aug. 26, 2015
Patrick "Pat" McDonald, 78, New Haven, passed away
Sunday, Aug. 23, 2015, at his home. Patrick was born June 7, 1937, in New
Haven, the son of the late Louis Joseph McDonald and wife Oneilda Movena, nee
Smith.
He was the husband of Alice McDonald, nee Buenemann. They were
united in marriage April 11, 1959, at Assumption Church, New Haven. Alice
survives at the home.
Patrick proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He
was a member of Assumption Church, New Haven, the V.F.W. Post, Washington, the
New Haven American Legion, Big Blue Observatory Club, Eastern Missouri Dark Sky
Observers and the Internal Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Patrick worked
for Eckelkamp Electric, Washington, for 30 years. He also worked at A. W.
Sieve, Washington, before he became an electrician.
Patrick is also survived by three sons, Michael McDonald and wife
Kendra, Boca Raton, Fla., Nick McDonald, Lansing, Mich., and Timothy McDonald,
Washington; two daughters, Jennifer
Riegel and husband Rod, O'Fallon, and Monica Blankenship
and husband Kurt, Berger; two sisters, Joan Panhorst, New Haven, and Barbara
Spradley and husband Bill, Long Beach, Miss.; one brother, Michael McDonald and
wife Donna, Berger; one brother-in-law, Ronald Willimann, New Haven; two
sisters-in-law, Janet Nelson, Fulton, and Darlene Buenemann, New Haven; 11 grandchildren, Jana Barbarick, Daniel
McDonald, Heather Hass, Katelynn Morrison, Ryan and Aaron McDonald, Crista Jean
and Sarah McDonald, Samuel Riegel and Ryan and Jacob Blankenship; and six great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by one son, Joseph McDonald; one grandson,
Corey McDonald; his parents; and one sister, Mary Lou Willimann.
A funeral service will be held at Assumption Catholic Church, New
Haven, at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, with the Rev. John Deken officiating.
Burial will be in the church cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, St. Clair, Franklin Co., MO, Obituary
Published in www.emissourian.com/ on Sept.
22, 2015
Memorial services for Bernie Hinson, 70, St. Clair, will be
Thursday, Sept. 24, at 7 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church, Union. A private
committal will take place at a later date at Prospect Cemetery, Lonedell.
Mr. Hinson died Sunday, Sept. 20, 2015.
He is survived by two sons, Brian Hinson and wife Nicole and Brad
Hinson, all of St. Clair; two daughters,
Jill Tate, Kennett, and Jan
Blankenship, Sullivan; other
relatives and many friends.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, St. Clair, Franklin Co., MO, Obituary
Published in www.emissourian.com/ on Sept.
26, 2015
Bernard Eugene Hinson, known to all as Bernie, 69, St. Clair,
departed this life Sunday, Sept. 20, 2015, in Washington, Bernie was born Nov.
25, 1945, in Lonedell, the son of Floyd Augustus Hinson and wife Ethel Lorena,
nee Palmer.
As a young man, he was united in marriage and blessed to have two
daughters. Later in his life, he was united in marriage and blessed to have two
sons. Bernie was a Christian and member of New Hope Baptist Church, Sullivan.
He also was a Mason and member of Fraternal Lodge 363, Robertsville. He was a
truck driver by trade and worked for various companies during his life,
including Bogler Trucking, Gerald, and most recently Main Line Trucking, St.
Clair. Bernie was an outdoorsman at heart and happiest when he was outside. He
grew up with a love for horses and was a member of the St. Clair Saddle Club
throughout his life. He also grew up in a musically talented family that
instilled a love for music. He enjoyed contributing to the family music
sessions by playing the drums and singing. Fishing was a favorite pastime,
especially when his sons or grandchildren went with him. He was a St. Louis
Cardinals baseball fan and rarely missed watching a game on television. Bernie
had a keen sense of humor and loved to tell stories. His grandchildren were his
pride and joy and he was happiest when he was spending time with them.
Bernie is survived by two sons, Brian Hinson and wife Nicole, and
Brad Hinson, all of St. Clair; two daughters,
Jill Tate, Kennett, and Jan
Blankenship, Sullivan; two
brothers, Neil Hinson and wife Lola, and Robert Hinson and wife Loretta, all of
St. Clair; one sister, Betty Mae Davis and husband Lawrence, St. Clair; two
foster brothers, Howard Sanders and wife Jan, Seabring, Fla., and John Briscoe,
St. Clair; three sisters-in-law, June Hinson, Rolla, Deanna Hinson and Marie
Hinson, both of St. Clair; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; nieces;
nephews; great- and great-great-nieces and -nephews; cousins; other relatives
and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Ethel Hinson;
and five brothers, Donald, Kenneth, Fred, Connie and Floyd, known to all as
Junior, Hinson.
A memorial service was held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, at Grace
Baptist Church near Union, with the Rev. Dick Hinson officiating. Private
committal will take place at a later date at Prospect Cemetery, Lonedell.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Jan Ellyn Blankenship – b.28Jul1969 -
Sullivan, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2M37-2YK
Relatives
- Chazeray L. Blankenshi, E. Blankenship, Larry D. Blankenship, Laura
Blankenship, Michael E. Blankenship, Robert R. Blankenship, Tncia Blankenship,
Tricia A. Blankenship.
+2016, Sullivan, Franklin
Co., MO, Funeral
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Charles-E.-Blankenship-103624821
Charles E. Blankenship, of Sullivan, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, May 25, 2016. He
was married to Shirley.
Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Wednesday June 1 2016
from the Chapel of the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan with interment in Holy
Martyrs of Japan Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Sullivan, Franklin
Co., MO, Funeral
Charles E. "Jug" Blankenship of Sullivan, Missouri passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2016
at the age of 76 years [05 Aug 1939].
Funeral service at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at the Eaton
Funeral Home, Sullivan, Missouri. Burial in the Holy Martyrs of
Japan Catholic Cemetery.
+2018, Sullivan, Franklin Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Becky-Ann-Blankenship-106247318
Becky Ann Blankenship, February 5, 1944 - July 8, 2018, Sullivan, Missouri
Funeral services will be conducted 7:00 PM, Wednesday, July 11,
2018 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan with cremation to follow.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Sullivan, Franklin Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.eatonfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Becky-A-Blankenship?obId=3145550#/obituaryInfo
Becky Blankenship, age 74, of
Sullivan, MO passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2018 at her home.
She was preceded in death by her son,
Brian Hulsey; parents, Earl W. and Ruby L. (Snyder) Parks; and an infant brother, Steven Earl Parks.
Becky is survived by her husband, Larry Blankenship of Sullivan; her
son, Steven Blankenship and wife Lanise of Ozark, MO; two grandchildren,
Jacob and Maeven Blankenship; two brothers,
Randy Parks and wife Tina of Viburnum, MO and Kenny Parks and wife Debbie of
Leslie, MO; nieces & nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services will be conducted 7:00
PM, Wednesday, July 11, 2018 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan with
cremation to follow.
+2018, Sullivan, Franklin Co., MO, Funeral
https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/Steven-Blankenship-obituary?pid=189796403
Steven R. Blankenship, Aug 18, 1957 – Aug 1, 2018 (Age 60), Sullivan, Missouri
Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:00 AM, Monday, August 6, 2018 at
St. Anthony Catholic Church in Sullivan, with Father Paul Telken officiating.
Burial will follow in Holy Martyrs Cemetery in Japan, Missouri. Visitation will
be held from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Sunday, August 5, 2018 at the Eaton Funeral
Home in Sullivan.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Sullivan, Franklin Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.eatonfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Steve-R-Blankenship?obId=3183575#/obituaryInfo
Steve Raymond Blankenship, age 60, of
Sullivan, Missouri passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at his
home, surrounded by his family. He was born on August 18, 1957 in Rolla,
Missouri to the late William “Bill” Blankenship and Patsy (Record) Blankenship.
Steve attended Holy Martyrs Catholic
Grade School and Sullivan High School, Class of 1975. He became a journeyman
carpenter through the Union Carpenters apprentice program and was employed for
41 years in the construction industry. He was employed by McBride and Sons and
later with his son, Ryan, and CCS (Cheltenham Construction). Steve was united
in marriage to Pauline Harmon on July 3, 1982 and together, they blended their
families into one. Steve came into the marriage with two children (Jason &
Ryan) and Pauline came into the marriage with one child (Suzie) and together,
they had their fourth child, Scott.
Steve was described as the Ultimate
Coach; coaching his own children and many Strain Japan
and Spring Bluff teams. He also refereed for youth basketball. He enjoyed
hunting, fishing, traveling and family trips abroad with Pauline. But most
important to him was his family. He adored his grandchildren and enjoyed
spending time with them. Steve was a diehard Cardinals Fan and attended spring
training when possible. He loved taking the grandkids to Cardinal games and
events and loved to harass his favorite Cubby Fan, Tricia. Steve was a member
of Saint Anthony Catholic Church in Sullivan and Knights of Columbus.
Steve was preceded in death by his father,
Bill
Blankenship; his mother-in-law and father-in-law.
Steve is survived by his wife, Pauline (Harmon)
Blankenship of Sullivan; three sons, Jason Blankenship (Autumn Helm) of
Leasburg, MO, Ryan Blankenship and wife Stacy of Sullivan, MO and Scott Blankenship and wife
Courtney of St. Charles, MO; one daughter, Suzie Sandford and partner Tricia of
Sullivan, MO; his mother, Pat Sloan-Blankenship and husband Bill
of Swiss, MO; ten grandchildren, Sierra, Madison, Alyvia, Lane, Ava, Andrew,
A.J., Dalton, Brett and Aubrey; one great-grandson, Adam; four brothers,
Kevin
Blankenship and wife Sue of Geneo, IL, David Blankenship and wife Shelby
of Sullivan, Dean Blankenship and wife Carol of Sullivan and Paul Blankenship and wife Mandy
of Sullivan; two sisters, Kathy Janish and husband John of Sullivan and Diane Bill Moss and
husband of Sullivan; brother-in-law, Paul Harmon and wife Patti of Sullivan;
sisters-in-law, Shiela Brown of Cuba, Faye Garrett of Cape Girardeau and Deb
Anderson and husband Greg of Quincy, MO; nieces & nephews, cousins, other
relatives and many friends.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:00 AM,
Monday, August 6, 2018 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Sullivan, with Father
Paul Telken officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Martyrs Cemetery in Japan,
Missouri.
2016, Union, Franklin
Co., MO, Obituary
Published in The Missourian on Jan. 20, 2016
Brian Kieth Donner, 58, Union, departed this life Tuesday, Jan. 12,
2016, in Creve Coeur, [St.
Louis Co., MO]. Brian was
born Sept. 14, 1957, in Sullivan, the son of Stanley Lee Donner and wife Bertha
Mae, nee Slankard.
As a young man, he was united in marriage and blessed to have two
children. On May 11, 1990, he was united in marriage to Judy Irene Brown, nee
Wall, and their families were joined as one.
Brian was a Christian, having been raised in the Catholic faith and
believing in the Lord as his Savior. For 25 years of his working career, he was
a self-employed carpenter, primarily in residential construction. For the past
four and a half years, he began his career as an over-the-road truck driver for
Schneider Trucking Company of Green Bay, Wis. Brian loved the outdoors, and
fishing and hunting were favorite pastimes. He was very talented when it came
to working with wood, and he loved to build things. He was especially fond of
his pet dog, Skippy. What meant most to him was time spent with his family. The
love they shared and precious memories they created will live in their hearts
forever.
Brian is survived by his wife, Judy Donner, Union; three sons, Jim
Brown and wife Cris, Stanton, Rick Brown and wife Diana, Union, and Dale Brown,
St. Clair; six daughters, Lisa Pruett and husband Charles, Lisa Berry and
husband Christopher, Brandy Donner, Kayla Epple, all of Union, Dena Toth and
husband Craig, Washington, and Sherry Hammer, Dittmer; his father, Stanley
Donner, Bland; his stepfather, Charlie Neier and wife Maryann, St. Clair; three
brothers, Steve Donner and wife Lonnie, Larry Donner and wife Shiela, all of
Bourbon, and Shawn Neier and wife Pamela, Union; four sisters, Joette
Blankenship and husband Andy,
Bourbon, Laura Buaers and husband John, Diana Moore and husband Remington, all
of Washington state, and Yvonne Brandon, Kentucky state; many grandchildren and
great-grandchildren; aunts; uncles; nieces; nephews; great-nieces and -nephews;
cousins; other relatives and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Bertha Donner Neier, and
one sister, Barb Krenes.
A private committal will take place at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Washington, Franklin
Co., MO, Obituary
Published in The Missourian on June 8, 2016
Infant Rilee Paul Skelton went to be with the Lord Thursday, June
2, 2016. Rilee was born June 2, 2016, in Washington.
Rilee is survived by his mother, Aimee Castro, Richwoods; his
father, Jeff Goade, St. Clair; five brothers, Tyler Castro, Trevor Castro and
Tanner Castro, Kison Goade and Kale Goade; his grandparents, Tim and Cindy
Specking, Richwoods; great-grandparents, Jan and Darlene Specking, and Wendy
League; aunts and uncles, Jeremy Linnenbrink, Sarah Specking, Steven Skelton
and Tony Specking; cousins; other relatives and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Dewayne Skelton, and
one aunt, Shannon Blankenship.
A funeral service will be Tuesday, June 7, at the Midlawn Funeral
Home, Union, beginning at noon, with Pastor Tom Ison
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Gasconade
2015, Gasconade, Gasconade
Co., MO, Obituary
Published in Hermann Advertiser Courier on
Nov. 18, 2015
Mark Aden Shanks, 79, of Gasconade, Missouri, died Thursday, Nov.
5, 2015, in Florida. He was born in
Paydown, Missouri, on Jan. 5, 1936.
Mark was married to Helen McKinney on March 7, 1953. To that union
five children were born, Sherry
Ellis (husband Steve) of Owensville Missouri, Cynthia Blankenship (friend Kelly) of Salem, Missouri, Tim Shanks (wife Karen) of
Owensville, Missouri, Tony Shanks (friend Shawn) of Owensville, Missouri, and
Lisa Bailey (husband Roger) of Owensville, Missouri.
On Oct. 6, 1990, Mark married Shirley Krull from Swiss, Missouri,
and was blessed with four step children, James Krull (wife Debbie) of
Owensville, Missouri, Linda Stone (husband Mike) of Hermann, Missouri, Kevin
Krull of Hermann, Missouri, David (wife Tracey) of Hermann, Missouri.
Mark was a carpenter by trade and retired from the Jones Company in
St. Louis. Mark was a hard worker and his love of fishing, hunting and
horsemanship was a big part of his life.
He is survived by his wife Shirley; his nine children; 26
grandchildren; his brothers, David Shanks and Melvin Shanks; stepsister Sheila
Robinson; nieces; nephews; and many friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Wilson Shanks and Lavera
Burnett; two sisters-in-law, Dorothy Shanks and Bonnie Shanks; two
stepbrothers, David Phillips and Mark Phillips.
A memorial service will be held at Hermann Eagles Hall, Nov. 29,
2015, at 1 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Hermann, Gasconade Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) Date: September 16, 2015
Gustav "Gus" Eikermann, age 92, of Hermann, Missouri,
passed away on Monday, September 14, 2015, at the Missouri Veterans Home, St. James, [Phelps Co.,] Missouri. He was born January 17, 1923 in
Stolpe, Missouri to the late Gustave A. and Delia (Kotthoff) Eikermann. His
mother, Delia, died three weeks later in the 1923 flu epidemic. Gus was raised
by his aunt and uncle Henry and Anna Frechmann.
He was united in marriage to Dorothy (Bracht) Eikermann on June 4,
1944. He and Dorothy were married for 71 years. She survives in Hermann. Gus
worked at Bracht's Machine Shop for 12 years. He also farmed and worked in
sales. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a lifetime member
of the Hermann V.F.W. Post 4182. In his free time he enjoyed fishing and
hunting, especially deer hunting.
Along with his wife, Gus is also survived by a son, Gary Eikermann
and wife Emily; a daughter-in-law, Ronda Eikermann; six grandchildren, Lisa Eikermann, Matthew Scott Eikermann, Michael
Eikermann and wife Angela, Andrew Eikermann, Amy Blankenship and husband Chris, Sarah Dotson; six great-grandchildren; his sister, Ada Heinlein;
two brothers, Truman Eikermann and wife Pearline and Virgil Eikermann and wife
Margaret.
He was preceded in death by a son, Stanley Eikermann; his parents;
two brothers, Erwin and Alson Eikermann; and a sister, Mardel Eikermann.
Visitation will be held Friday from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at
Toedtmann-Grosse Funeral Home, Hermann, Missouri, where funeral services will
follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be at Hermann City Cemetery, with full
military honors.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Hermann,
Gasconade Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.toedtmanngrosse.com/notices/Joyce-Eikermann
Joyce E. (Blankenship) Eikermann, July 24, 1943 ~ November 7, 2018 (age 75)
Joyce E. Eikermann, 75, of Hermann, MO, passed away Wednesday,
November 7, 2018 at her home. She was born in St. Louis, Missouri on July 24,
1943, a daughter of the late Clarence
& Fannie (Branson) Blankenship.
Joyce was the wife of Dalton E. Eikermann. They were united in
marriage on December 31, 1994, in Hermann, Missouri. She owned and operated J
& A's Country Palace in Hermann. She then later opened Stuff & Non
Sense Resale it shop in Hermann. She
enjoyed managing her rental properties and her resale it shop. She also enjoyed
going gambling and she was an excellent cook.
Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, a son, Donald Ray
Sterling, Jr., a sister Bobby Ward, a brother, Ike Blankenship, and two brothers-in-law, Bill Gerbs, and
James Cooper.
Joyce is survived by her husband Dalton, of Hermann; by a daughter,
Muffy Nixon & John, of Hermann, Missouri; a step daughter, Angie
Scheidegger & husband Mark, of Hermann, Missouri; two step sons, Blaine
Eikermann & wife Shawn Gray, of Hermann, Missouri; and Chad Eikermann, of
Kansas City, Missouri; by three sisters, Dinah
Cooper, of Jefferson City, Missouri; Alice Shockley
& husband DJ, of Rosebud, Missouri; and Aloha Gerbs, of
Jefferson City, Missouri; by three brothers,
David Blankenship & wife Donna, of Owensville, Missouri;
Junior Blankenship & wife Patty, of Hermann, Missouri;
and Mike Blankenship & wife Carol, of Macon, Georgia; by
three grandchildren, Zena Pottebaum, Teckla Christian, and Freyja Stroup, by
three step-grandchildren, Taylor Heying, Hunter Scheidegger, and Dakota
Eikermann, by four great grandchildren, Iteara Christian, Olivia Christian,
Iris Pottebaum, and Buckley Stroup, and by two step-great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be Monday, November 12, 2018, at 1:00 pm, at
Toedtmann & Grosse Funeral Home, Hermann, with Lynn Stroup officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Greene
2017, Ash Grove, Greene
Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader on Apr. 12, 2017
Regena C. Dixon, 91, of Ash Grove, went to be with the Lord,
Wednesday April 5th, at Ash Grove Healthcare. She was born to Ray and Grace
(Wilson) Gayer on March 27, 1926.
Regena graduated from Ash Grove High School and attended Southwest
Missouri State University. She married Bill W. Dixon January 1, 1946; to this
union two sons were born Steve Ray & Gayer Layne. Bill passed away March
18, 1967. She was a lifetime resident of Ash Grove and loved to travel. Later
she married Lloyd C. Hanson on July 27, 1983, he
passed away January 18, 1994.
Regena was very active in her community, church, and civic affairs.
She was a life member of the VFW, A.M Legion Auxiliary, and State Historical
Society of Missouri. She was also the Building Project Director of the Ash
Grove Sunshine Center, charter member of Greene County Historical Society, and
a charter member of Ash Grove Nursing Home Auxiliary for which she won the
Lillian Hutchison Award. She volunteered at American Red Cross and Cox Hospital
and was a member of First Christian Church of Ash Grove.
Regena was proceeded in Death by: her
father and mother Ray & Grace Gayer, brother H. R. Gayer, infant sister
Annabelle Gayer, husband Bill W. Dixon, and husband Lloyd C. Hanson.
She is survived by sons, Steven Ray Dixon & Regina Blankenship of Ash Grove, Gayer Layne & Mary Ann
Dixon of Ash Grove, grandchildren; Tory Dixon, Erin Coble, Audrey Glenn, Andree
DeMent, & Billy Dixon, 3 great grandchildren, and several nieces and
nephews.
Graveside services will be 10:00AM, Saturday, April 15, 2017 in the
Ash Grove Cemetery, Ash Grove, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Regina Ann
Blankenship – b.30Aug1957 - Ash Grove, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJXZ-4YFZ
+2019, Battlefield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader on June 12, 2019
Peggy Blankenship,
age 61, Battlefield passed away Monday, June 10, 2019 in her home. She was born
January 22, 1958 in Springfield to Lymon and Juanita Smith, and grew up in
Rogersville and was a graduate of Rogersville High School.
Peggy was united in marriage to Carl Blankenship on
December 31, 1983 in Republic, MO. Peggy will always
be remembered for her strong work ethic. She and Carl co-owned and operated Mr.
Dry Cleaners and Tanzmania in Ozark, Nixa, and Springfield for several years.
She recently worked for the Logan Rogersville school system as a Para-
Professional. Peggy had a real love for animals, especially horses and her
dogs. The greatest love of her life was her family, especially her
grandchildren.
Peggy was preceded in death by her father Lymon Smith, and one
sister, Brenda Snethern
Survivors include her best friend and husband, Carl R. Blankenship; four children, Chastidy Parke, Jennifer Christian
and husband Will, Brandy
Blankenship, and Carl Blankenship II; seven grandchildren, Bryson, Trevor,
Kelsey, Hannah, Maycee, Brayden, and Landon; her mother, Juanita Hicks; two
brothers, Doyle Smith and wife Lois and Larry Smith and wife Karen; and a host
of family and friends.
Graveside services will be held Friday, June 14, 2019 at 10:00 am,
in Eastlawn Cemetery 2244 E. Pythian Street Springfield, Missouri. Greenlawn Funeral Home South.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Carl R.
Blankenship – b.10Nov1946 - Springfield, MO: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2M8M-3H3
Relatives -
Brandy Blankenship, Cela M. Blankenship, Chastidy A. Blankenship, Lela M.
Blankenship, Peggy Lee Blankenship, William B. Blankenship.
2017, Republic, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader on Jan. 29, 2017
Michael (Big Mike) Willard Crane age 57, of Republic passed away
Monday, January 23rd, 2017. He was born April 1, 1959 in Springfield, to Joe
Bill and Mildred (Crane)
Blankenship.
Mike was a 1977 graduate of Willard High School. Mike retired from
Missouri State University. He worked for the United States Postal Service as a
Rural Letter Carrier. Mike enjoyed riding his Harley. His greatest love was
spending time with his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Joe Bill Crane, maternal
grandparents, Floyd and Lorene Gurley; and his paternal garndpaernts, Willard
and Lavena Crane.
Survivors include his mother,
Mildred (Crane) Blankenship, twin brother, Mark Crane (Cara),
Republic, one sister, Becky Aton (Jim), Willard; his companion of sixteen
years, Paulette Lauthern; three nephews, Daryn (Ginger) and Dallas Clevenger,
and Jason Coleman (Cammi); one niece, Mattia Coleman; and a host of family and
friends.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at 5:00
pm at Greenlawn Funeral Home North, with a private burial at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Joe Bill Crane
1933 - Mar 1987: https://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=114508348
+2015, Springfeld, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
The Lebanon Daily Record, (MO) - October 29, 2015
Flois Geneva Rodden, 82, formerly of Lebanon, died Tuesday, Oct.
27, 2015, in Spring eld. She was born Dec. 12, 1932,
in Sleeper, Mo. to Mirl and Hazel
Blankenship Shelton, who
preceded her in death. She also was preceded in death by her husband, Robert V.
Rodden on Nov. 1, 1995.
Flois Geneva Rodden was a supervisor in the cafeteria for the
school system.
Survivors include two sons, Randy Rodden and his wife, Mary, of
Spring-eld; Tim Rodden and his wife, Donna, of St. Louis; one brother, Vic
Shelton, of Springfield; one sister, Mary Lee Hicks, of Spring-eld; three
grandchildren, Dawn Neupert, Mike Rodden, and Will Rodden; eight
great-grandchildren, Brody Neupert, Jackson and Parker Neupert, Cooper Rodden,
Elizah and Kinley Rodden, Allysann Addysann Baker, also a number of other
relatives and friends.
An entombment service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29,
2015, in the Mount Rose Mausoleum Chapel with Pastor Mike Rodden of ciating.
Burial will be in the Mount Rose Mausoleum, under the direction of Shadel's
Colonial Chapel of Lebanon.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader on Mar. 25, 2015
Norman Forest Shryer peacefully departed March 22, 2015.
"Norm" was born on December 18, 1921, to Johnnie and Ora (Allen)
Shryer near Gerster in St. Clair County MO on the farm owned by his family for
over 130 years.
He graduated from Weaubleau High School in 1939. After finishing
Draughon's Business College in Springfield, he worked several years for MFA,
International Harvester Co., Inland Printing Co., and MSU. In 1960 he was
employed by the Springfield Public Schools as purchasing agent, retiring from
this position in 1986.
He was a member of the Solomon Masonic Lodge #271 AF & AM,
Springfield Chapter No. 15 R.A.M., St. John's Commandery No. 20, K. T. Zabud
Council No. 25 R. & S. M. and Abou Ben Adhem Shriners. He sang with the
Shrine Chanters under the Direction of Bro. Joe Bailey.
In the late 1940's Norm fell in love with the sound of four-part
harmony. In 1950 he was instrumental in forming the first Springfield Chapter
of the Barbershop Quartet Society. He sang Barbershop Quartet Harmony for 55
years, winning the Central States Contest in 1958 with the Buccaneers quartet.
He was a charter member of the Civic-Airs, a vocal and instrumental group under
the direction of S. K. Grundy. The group featured well-known local artists.
He was baptized in the creek that ran through the family farm at an
early age and was a member of Schweitzer United Methodist Church in
Springfield, MO for over 50 years.
He was preceded in death by Billie Janell (Dysart) Shryer, his
loving wife of 65 years; his parents; his sister, Gloria Jean Wheeler and her
husband, Robert Wheeler.
He is survived by one daughter Vickie; three sons, Greg and wife
Annette, Eric and wife G-g and Jeff; six grandchildren
Janell Teeters, Christian Shryer, Kristin Blankenship,
Brad Shryer, Jevin Shryer, Kelsey Shryer; three step-grandchildren Gena, Taylor
and Ryan Metzger; and eight great-grandchildren.
Norma attributed his long life to faith in God, Love, Laughter,
Music and "The Best Wife there ever was."
Funeral service will be Friday, March 27, 2015 at 11 am. in Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home. Burial will be in Hazelwood
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader on Jan. 31, 2016
Velma Lee Blankenship, age 89, of Springfield, MO, passed away Friday, January 29, 2016
at Woodland Manor. She was born September 18, 1926, in Springfield, MO, to Carl
and Gusta (Presley) Alexander. She was a homemaker, who enjoyed taking care of
her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Thomas and her son; Jim.
She is survived by her son;
Jerry Blankenship, and his wife, Lu of Pleasant Hope, MO.
three grandchildren, four-great-grandchildren,
Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, February 1,
2016, at Pleasant Hope Cemetery, Pleasant Hope, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Thomas L., 80, 27Oct1928 - 23Jan2009, Springfield, Greene, MO, OK-442-26-0172
2016, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
Published in Kansas City Star on Feb. 16,
2016
James Alan Anderson, 69, of Springfield, Mo., passed away on
Thurs., Feb. 11, 2016, at his home. He was born Dec. 13, 1946, in Slayton,
Minn.
James married Susan Fulks Anderson. He served in the U.S. Marine
Corps for 10 years and then worked as a Senior Officer for 20 years at Federal
Prisons both in Leavenworth and in Springfield from where he retired. He was a
member of the VFW and had also worked at the Wichita Fire Department.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Alan A. Anderson and Betty
McMahon and sisters, Sherry Diane Heath and Jackie Marie Drake.
He is survived by wife, Susan K. Anderson of the home; five
sisters, Brenda Wilson of Branson West, Mo., Kristi Dusenbery of Wichita, Kan.,
and Debra Webb, Jody Hernandez (Rudy) and Tammy Robbins, all of Arkansas City,
Kan.; children by marriage, Thomas Blankenship of Springfield, Mo., Tracey Blankenship of Olathe, Kan., Sonja Blankenship of Leavenworth, Kan., and Scott Steele of
Edwardsville, Kan.; four grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Phillip and
Nancy Fulks; Steven Fulks; Linda and John Wright, and Karen Theno. And his
beloved dog, Felix. Alden-Harrington Funerals, Cremations, Pre-Planning.
913-422-4074, AldenHarrington.com
Visitation will be 9 to 11 a.m. and service will be at 11 a.m.
Wed., Feb. 17, at the Alden- Harrington Funeral Home in Bonner Springs, Kan.
Burial to follow with military honors at the Leavenworth Veteran's
Administration National Cemetery in Leavenworth, Kan.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader on July 10, 2016
William B. Blankenship, 93 [1923], passed away peacefully in his home with family by his
side.
William graduated from Springfield High School in 1941, where he
was an all-state center fielder. He married his high school sweetheart, Lela
Alexander in 1942. He then honorably served in WWII where he earned the Bronze
Star, Army Commemoration, and Purple Heart in 1945. He went on to serve 27
years in the Air Force, being awarded The Air Force Congressional Medal,
carrying a ranking of Chief Warrant Officer-4. William also completed a
Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the University of Missouri, and a Master's
in Science from Southwest Missouri State University in 1973, then he went on to
work for the state as a guidance counselor for several years before retiring.
William was married to his beloved wife for nearly 71 years.
He is survived by his son,
Carl Blankenship, and daughter-in-law,
Peggy Blankenship, along with his grandchildren, Carl
Blankenship, Jr., Brandy Blankenship, Jennifer Christian, Chastidy
Parke, and Jeff Calton along with seven adored great- grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, July 12th, 2016, at 10
AM, in Springfield National Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.klingner-midtown.com/book-of-memories/2644587/Blankenship-Mildred/obituary.php
Mildred Isabell (Cook) Blankenship passed away Friday, July 8, 2016, at Cox South Hospital.
She was born April 14, 1929 to Samuel Newton and Laura Isabell (Henson) Cook.
She was 87 years of age.
Mildred graduated from Seymour High School in 1947. She worked as a
waitress, then a restaurant manager and later became a Licensed Practical
Nurse. She became a widowed, single mother at an early age and worked hard to support
her son and herself. She spent many years working for the Red Cross
organization. She was known for her joking attitude, sharp wit, and willingness
to help others. She never turned away a stranger. She treasured her family and
her heritage.
She was preceded in death by her husband William
(Bill) Willard Blankenship
(1970) and her son, Billy Keith Blankenship (2008). Mildred was preceded in death by 6
brothers: William Calvin, Benjamin Franklin, George Raymond, James Terrill,
John Clyde, and Samuel Newton Jr. and 3 sisters: Susan Ellen, Dora Catherine
(Hargis), and Delia Irene (Frakes). She was also preceded in death by 5 nephews
and 6 nieces.
She is survived by one brother, Charles H. Cook, and four sisters-in-law, Ethel (George) Cook,
Aileen (John) Cook, Nadine
(Jack) Blankenship, and Molly
(Wayne) Barker. She is survived by 14 nieces and nephews plus their extended
families.
Visitation will be at 9 am Thursday, July 14, at Klingner-Cope at
Midtown Chapel, 1635 N. Benton Ave, Springfield, MO. Services to follow at 10
am. The family will travel to Seymour Missouri Masonic Cemetery for internment
immediately following the services.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader from Aug. 13 to Aug.
15, 2016
Thomas Dean Blankenship, 86, of Springfield, MO passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2016
in St. Louis, MO. He was born
February 1, 1930 in Melbourne, Arkansas to Loren and Altha Blankenship.
Dean served in the US Air Force, was a teacher, and worked for the
MO Department of Education as counselor in vocational rehabilitation.
Dean is survived by his loving son
Greg (Mary) Blankenship; cherished grandchildren, Emily Blankenship, Nathan
(Rachel) Schweigert, Maggie (Shane) Stamps, Matt (Mandi) Schweigert;
great-grandchildren, Hayden, Mia, Gavin, Ava, and Mason.
Funeral services will be Monday, August 15 at 10:00 am. in Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home. Burial will follow in
Rivermonte Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader on Aug. 20, 2016
Edith Nadine Blankenship, 88, of Springfield, MO., passed away on Wednesday, August 17,
2016 in Independence, MO. She was born on April 24, 1928. She had been a
resident of Springfield since 1978.
Edith is survived by a granddaughter,
Rene Blankenship, a great-granddaughter, Taryn, sister,
Rena Bryant.
A graveside service will be on Monday, August 22, 2016 at 11:00 am
in Hazelwood Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
http://greenlawnfuneralhome.com/obituaries-archive
Mary Elizabeth Blankenship went home to our heavenly Father on October 15, 2016. She was born
in Dade County Missouri on February 2, 1923 to Marion and Opal Blankenship.
Miss Blankenship was a Registered Nurse in the Kansas City area as
a surgical nurse. She ended her career in the VA Hospital caring for American
Veterans. She loved the Lord and had a deep abiding faith in Christ.
All of Mary’s siblings have preceded her in death.
She is survived by her sister-in-law
Catherine Blankenship, several nieces and nephews and dear
friends Bill and Lou Shireman.
Graveside services will be in the Greenfield Cemetery, Greenfield,
Missouri on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader from Nov. 28 to Nov.
30, 2016
Dr. Albert Duane Addleman, age 79, of Springfield, Missouri, passed
away on November 26, 2016. He was born August 30, 1937 in Archie, Missouri to
J. B. and Jessie Addleman, he had two sisters and
three brothers.
Dr. Addleman received his B.S. from the University of
Missouri-Columbia (1959), his M.S. from the University of Missouri-Columbia
(1960), and his Ph.D. from Oregon State University (1964). Dr. Addleman was
Assistant Dean at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, MI from 1970-1985. Dr.
Addleman enjoyed a long and exceptional career as an educator and Dean at
Missouri State University (1985-2006).
Duane was a lifetime outdoorsman and was recognized as
Conservationist of the Year by the Conservation Federation of Missouri (2004).
He leaves behind a legacy farm that promotes family, love of the outdoors and
conservation. Duane spent 23 years as a Scoutmaster, 13 years for Troop 114 in
Big Rapids, MI and 10 years at Troop 16 in Springfield. In recognition of his
work and dedication to the Boy Scouts of America, Duane received the highest
leadership honor, The Silver Beaver Award.
In 1959, he married Nancy Ellen Brown, who preceded him in death in
2009. Duane and Nancy shared 50 years of marriage and from this
union 4 children were born. In 2010, he married
Nancy Carol Blankenship and their family consisted of three dogs
and two cats.
Those surviving him include his wife Nancy; son, Stephen, his wife
April and their children, Stephanie and Wyatt of Fishers, IN; daughter, Katie
Thieman, her husband Brent and their children, Morgan, Drew, Brooks, and Annie
of Springfield; son, Thomas, his wife Robin and their children, Dean and Tred,
Harrisonville, MO.
His son Michael preceded him in death.
His surviving children are Abby and Daniel Addleman, Cape
Girardeau, MO.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 1,
2016 in Westminster Presbyterian Church with Reverend Ellen Brantley
officiating, under the care of Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader on Dec. 8, 2016
Chasity (White) Bond, 37, passed away on December 4, 2016. She was
born in Charleston, SC. on July 27, 1979.
Chasity attended Parkview High School. She enjoyed playing at the
lake and going to garage sales.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Eldon and Jean
McCandless and by her grandmother, Sylvia White.
She is survived by her mother; Terri Bolin and husband Paul Bolin,
her father, James White, 3 children; Brooke Bond, Miranda Bond, and Logan
Bolin. Also surviving is 1 brother, Anthony White, 2 step-brothers, Kevin Blankenship, Brian
Bolin and wife Sarah, 1 sister, Katelyn Malesky and Troy Malesky, and 1
step-sister, Tashua Jeffries and Duell Jeffries, several niece's, nephews,
cousins, and Sean Bond.
There will be a Memorial Visitation on Monday, December 12, 2016,
5:00-7:00pm, at Greenlawn Funeral Home North.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/184204189/mary-louise-nickle
Mary Louise Nickle, age 72, of
Cassville, MO passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at Cox Medical Center
South in Springfield, MO. She was born August 21, 1945 in Jenkins, MO the
daughter of Duane & Ollie Mae {Smith} Blankenship.
Louise was a graduate of Cassville High
School and received her Bachelor’s Degree from Missouri Southern in Joplin, MO.
For several years she taught school, teaching kindergarten at Jenkins, math at
Exeter and 3rd grade and kindergarten at Wheaton. She was a member of Gunter
Methodist Church in Butterfield, MO, where she played the piano for forty-three
years. She also taught Sunday School and was vacation
Bible school director. She was currently attending Johns Chapel at Ash Grove,
MO.
Preceding her in death were her parents
and one brother, Harold Blankenship.
On June 30, 1962 she was united in
marriage to Jerry Nickle, who survives. Also surviving are one son, Doug Nickle
and his wife Ann of Cassville, MO; two daughters, Donna Terry and her husband
James of Cassville, MO and Valerie Keith Speer and her husband of Eagle Rock,
MO; three brothers, Henry Blankenship and his wife Sharon of Aurora, MO and Carl Blankenship and his wife
Trudy and Pat Blankenship and his wife Debbie all of Jenkins, MO; one sister,
Marie Iiams of
Jenkins, MO; six grandchildren, Justin, Logan, Ally, Nicole, Ashley and Brett
and four great grandchildren, Kailyn, Kenzleigh, Kyndal and R.J.
Funeral services were held on Saturday,
October 14, 2017 at Gunter Methodist Church in Butterfield. Reverend Lee Neill
and Pastor Mike Tharp conducted the services. Burial at
Gunter Cemetery in Butterfield.
2018, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
Wanda June Blankensip, the daughter of the late Robert Oscar Thompson and Jessie Zelma
Kellum, was born on November 10, 1939, in Gideon, MO. She died Tuesday, June
19, 2018, in Springfield, MO, at the age 78 years.
Mrs. Blankenship was preceded in death by 2 sons, Frank R. Gamez
and Michael Joseph Gamez; 3 brothers, John R, Gary, Dewayne and Floyd R.
Thompson.
Survivors include 1 daughter, Patricia James and companion, Harry
of Springfield, MO; grandchildren, Jessica Gamez, Marc Gamez, Mary Ella
Partlow, Morgan Gillihan, April James, Samantha James and June James; 2 step
great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
A funeral service will be Friday, June 22, 2018, at 2:00pm at
Bradshaw Funeral Home in Malden. Burial will be at the Stanfield Cemetery in
Clarkton.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
Bolivar Herald-Free Press (MO) - June 28, 2018
Janet Lee Skidmore 79, of Springfield died June 23, 2018, at her
home in Springfield. Janet was born Aug. 21, 1938, in Bolivar, the daughter of
W. H. Barnhouse
and Allean Lunceford Barnhouse.
Janet grew up in Bolivar and graduated from Bolivar High School in
1956. She was baptized in 1949 at the First Baptist Church in Bolivar.
Janet married John Skidmore in 1979. They were married for 27
years. John preceded her in death in 2006. She was also preceded in death by
her parents; three brothers, Charles, Bill and Bob Barnhouse, and two sisters, Doris Blankenship and Rose Matthews.
Janet is survived by two daughters, Jan Hutton and husband Mike of
Tennessee and Johnna Dandelicht and husband Dana of Lebanon; three
grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; two
sisters, Patsy Hood and Linda Benner; neighbors Angela and Eric Kostron and
Jeanette Livingston; and cousins, nieces and nephews.
Service: Tuesday, June 26, at Greenlawn South in Springfield,
followed by a graveside service in Bolivar Greenwood Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Funeral
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Guy-Inghram-Blankenship-106401999
Guy Inghram Blankenship, March 30, 1960 - September 4, 2018, Missouri
Services will be held at 10 AM, Friday, September 7, 2018, at
Ridgecrest Baptist Church with Dr. Carl Rees officiating. Burial to follow in
the Jones Chastain Cemetery, Christian County, MO. 1-888-579-7953, Midwest
Cremation and Funeral Services, LLC Springfield, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.midwestfuneralservices.com/sitemaker/sites/Midwes2/obit.cgi?user=64964360_GBlankenshipJr
Guy Inghram Blankenship, Jr. died
unexpectedly at Cox South Medical Center on September 4, 2018, from
complications of Kidney disease. Guy was born March 30, 1960, in Maywood,
California to Guy I. Blankenship, Sr. and Georgia Spencer Blankenship.
Guy owned GB’s Painting Company in
Springfield for 30 years. He painted many well know businesses including Barnes
& Noble in Springfield and Denny’s Restaurant in Branson. Guy was an avid
sports fan and was seldom seen without a Los Angeles Rams jersey. He was a
master at sports trivia. He was known as a jokester at family gatherings and
was always fun to be around.
Guy was preceded in death by his parents
and half-sister, Kathleen Georgia Orenna.
He is survived by his wife of 35
years, Crystal Blankenship; his brother, George Blankenship of Pineville,
MO; his daughter, Bobbi Jo Williamson of Las Vegas, NV;
granddaughter, Alexandria Pitts of Las Vegas, NV; and great-granddaughter,
Emily.
Services will be held at 10 AM, Friday,
September 7, 2018, at Ridgecrest Baptist Church with Dr. Carl Rees officiating
with visitation to follow. Burial to follow in the Jones
Chastain Cemetery, Christian County, MO.
+2019, Springfield, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.wilsonmortuary.com/obituaries/David-Dave-Blankenship/#!/Obituary
David "Dave" Keith Blankenship was born October
26, 1959 in St. Louis, Missouri to Bob and Dorlene (Major)
Blankenship and passed away August 20, 2019 in Springfield, Missouri at the age of
fifty-nine years.
Dave grew up in the Salem area and
attended school at Green Forest R-2 and Salem R-80. He was the first person
allowed to graduate from Salem R-80 early. On June 16, 1979 Dave was united in
marriage to Brenda Halbrook at the Montauk State Park in Montauk, Missouri.
They shared forty years of marriage together and were blessed with two
children, Desirae and Kris.
Dave worked hard to support his family.
He was the maintenance supervisor for Salem R-80 School from 1983 until he
retired in 2014 after 31 years. Dave was a talented carpenter and enjoyed
working with wood. He loved the outdoors and when he wasn't working, you could
find him in the woods hunting or at the river fishing, gigging or floating.
Dave also had a love for music and enjoyed playing guitar and singing karaoke.
Most of all Dave's greatest treasure was spending time with his family. There
was not a day within his life that he was not proud of his family. He thought
the world of his two children and adored his grandchildren. Dave was a member
of Salem Eagles Club and the American Legion. He was also a member of Corinth
Baptist Church.
Preceding him in death
were his father Bob Blankenship; grandparents Armenta May and Oatley Blankenship and Glen and
Verna Major.
Dave is survived by his loving wife:
Brenda
Blankenship of Salem, MO; two children: Desirae Owens and husband Toby of Salem, MO and Kris Blankenship and wife Cassie
of Salem, MO; mother: Dorlene Blankenship of Salem, MO; five siblings:
Bob
Blankenship and wife Cathy of Kimberling City, MO, Ron Blankenship and wife Gaye
Lynn of Salem, MO, Karen Givens and husband Art of Salem, MO, Steve Blankenship and wife Cathy
of Licking, MO and Daniel Blankenship of Salem, MO; five grandchildren: Shyan
Owens, Kaydance Owens, Daniel Blankenship, Dalton Blankenship and Alexis Blankenship; many nieces,
nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.
Funeral Service was held Friday, August
23, 2019, in the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel with Bro. Billy Miller
officiating. Song Selections played were "When I Get Where I'm Going", "If You Get There Before I Do" and
"It's A Wonderful World" All arrangements were under the direction of
Wilson Mortuary of Salem,
2016, Willard, Greene Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader from Nov. 21 to Nov.
23, 2016
Norman Lindsey Duby, Age 83 of Willard, MO passed away Friday,
November 18, 2016 at Cox Medical Center South, [Springfield, Greene Co., MO]. He was born May 3, 1933 in Grandview,
TN, to Jesse and Helen (Decker) Duby.
He was a member of the Robberson Prairie Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his wife Lina (Griffin) Duby, son Gary
Lynn Duby, parents: Helen Duby, Jesse and Deloros
Duby, great grand-daughter Madelyn Duby, a great-great grandson Grayson
Osterloh. By brothers: Bill Pollock, J. O. Pollock, Elmer Griffin, and Sam
Griffin. By sisters: Mary Blacka,
Gena Horton, Donna Blankenship.
He is survived by his sons: Terry Duby, Michael Duby and his
fiancée Ida. By daughter: Mona Tannehill. His sisters: Melba Taylor, Elizabeth
Swift and her husband Burley, Stella Daughterty, and Charlene Greathouse. 13-grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, and a host of family and
friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm, Tuesday, November 22, 2016
at Greenlawn Funeral Home North Springfield, MO with Pastor Kyle Willis
officiating. Burial will be held in Brighton Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Donna Sue Pollock Blankenship, 1940-2013
D/o Billy Gene Pollock & Dolores Woods
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=104820978
+2016, Willard, Greene
Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader on Dec. 22, 2016
Ercil Eric Grant, the son of William "Eric" and Edna Lee
(Murray) Grant, was born July 26, 1921 and passed away on Wednesday, December
21, 2016.
Ercil and Marjorie (Blankenship) were
united in marriage on July 4, 1942. Together, Ercil and Marjorie were privileged
to share over 64 years of marriage before Marjorie passing in 2006. Ercil was a
life-long resident of Willard, MO, except while he was serving in WWII. He was
a machinist, business owner, and farmer. Ercil enjoyed taking care of his sheep
and cattle on the farm. He also enjoyed working in the garden and working on
clocks.
Ercil was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; two sisters,
one brother, and a grandson, Scotty Grant.
Ercil is survived by three children, Gloira Dawson, of Springfield;
Merlene Flannery, of Il; Craig Grant and wife Ginger, of Willard; 7
grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Helen Schaefer, Vera
Nicholson; a special caregiver, Joy Lockwood; several nieces, nephews, cousins,
other family, and many friends.
Funeral Services will be Friday, December 23, 2016 at 2:00PM, in
the Willard First Baptist Church, Willard, MO. Burial
will follow in Wesley Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Howell
+2016, Pomona, Howell
Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/167375577/wanda-mae-taylor
Wanda Mae Frost
Taylor, 84, Pomona, Missouri, was born the
daughter of Riley Blankenship and Dorothy Turner Blankenship on September 23, 1931 in Alton, Missouri and died July 22, 2016 in West
Plains, Missouri, at the age of 84 years.
She was united
in marriage March 18, 1947 in Alton, Missouri, to Joy Frost who preceded her in
death on September 16, 1988. She was united in marriage March 11, 1995 in West
Plains, Missouri to William Taylor.
She was an
employed by Mountain View Fabrication for several years making coin acceptors.
She was of the Pentecostal faith and will be remembered as a devoted wife,
mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She will truly be missed.
She was
preceded in death by her husband, Joy Frost; her parents Riley Blankenship and Dorothy Turner Blankenship; and two sisters, Beaulah Deckard and Betty Holmes.
She is survived
by her husband, William Taylor, of the home, in Pomona, Missouri; one daughter,
Lyna Ballentine of Wright City, Missouri; one son, Tony Frost and wife,
Carmelita of Pomona, Missouri; one grandson, Steven Smith and wife, Becky of
Battlecreek, Michigan; one granddaughter, Leonila Fazzino and husband, Anthony
of Springfeld, Missouri; three great granddaughters, Christara Smith of Denver,
Colorado, Carmelita Smith of Springfield, Missouri, and her latest great
granddaughter, Sicily Fazzino of Springfeld Missouri, whom she greatly enjoyed;
several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral
Services will be 10:00am Monday, July 25, 2016, at the Carter Funeral Home
Chapel, West Plains with the Brother Rick Rutledge officiating. Burial will be
in Bailey Chapel Cemetery West Plains.
Iron
+2019, Graniteville, Iron Co., MO, Obituary
Luther William Blankenship, (Age 73) Oct 28, 1945 – Jun 11, 2019, Graniteville, Missouri
Visitation will begin Friday, June 14, 2019 from 4:00 pm to 8:00
pm. Officiating the services will be Pastor Darrell
Jones. Interment will be in Graniteville Cemetery. Cole Family Funeral Home
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Graniteville, Iron Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.colefamilyfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Luther-Blankenship/#!/Obituary
Luther William Blankenship of Graniteville,
MO passed away at his home on June 11, 2019 at the age of 73 years, 7 months,
14 days. He was born October 28, 1945, a son of the late Archie and Bessie
(McAlister) Blankenship.
Luther retired as a construction worker
for the Locals Laborers Union 1104 of Cape Girardeau. He had a passion for
hunting, and was an expert at trapping. He will be truly missed and will never
be forgotten.
Luther is preceded in death by his
parents; a daughter, Andrea, five brothers, Jerry, Daniel, David, Homer, and Rodney Blankenship; six sisters,
Catherine Hughes, Josephine Polin, Lois Ellis, Thelma Crocker, Elsie Hughes, and Zelda Blankenship.
On July 28, 1972 Luther was untied in marriage
to Ann
Louise (Nash) Blankenship who survives. Also surviving Luther is a son,
Justin
(Heidi) Blankenship; three grandchildren, Haley, Ethan, and Leigha; one brother Ricky (Dorothy)
Blankenship of Graniteville; one sister, Bessie (George) Nash also of Graniteville, and
a host of other loving family members and friends.
A Celebration of Life for Luther will be
held on Saturday, June 15, 2019, at 11:00 am, from the Cole Family Chapel. Officiating the services will be Pastor Darrell Jones.
Interment will be in Graniteville Cemetery.
+2017, Ironton, Iron
Co., MO, Death
http://hosting-8819.tributes.com/obituary/show/Richard-Delano-Blankenship-104461964
Richard Delano Blankenship, November 6, 1936 - February 11, 2017, Ironton, Missouri
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Ironton, Iron
Co., MO, Obituary
http://hosting-8819.tributes.com/obituary/show/richard-delano-blankenship-104461964
Richard Delano Blankenship of Ironton,
Missouri passed away February 11, 2017 in Park Hills, Missouri at the age of 80
years. He was born November 6, 1936 in Ironton, Missouri to the late James and Dora (Ford) Blankenship.
Richard served his country in the United
States Marines.
Richard was preceded in death by his brothers;
Rodger, James Elisha, Samuel, Enoch, John Paul, George, Thomas and Larry, and his sisters;
Ruby, Anna, Sarah, Claradean, Barbara, and Mary.
On July 6, 1998 he was united in marriage
to Georgia Lee Dennison Huff who survives. Also surviving is his son, John Blankenship of Farmington,
Missouri, his brother, J. M. Kirk and wife Toni Blankenship, and four sisters; Betty and husband
William Nicholas, Gertrude and husband, Larry Henson, Martha and husband Woody Wright, and Linnie Layton.
+2018, Ironton, Iron Co., MO, Obituary
Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO) - March 28, 2018
Zelma Ozeline Standley, 88, died March 22, 2018 at The Baptist home
in Ironton. She was born May 11, 1929 in Black, Missouri, the daughter of John
Francis and Edna Bernice (Adams) Dennison.
She married Lawrence M. Standley October 28, 1950 at Mountain Home,
Arkansas He preceded her in death.
Ozeline was also preceded in death by her parents; daughter Gloria
Huskey; son Scott Standley; granddaughter Kelly Plank; and daughter-in-law Beth
Standley,
Ozeline is survived by sons Robert L. Standley of Nashville,
Tennessee, Lee W. Standley of Visto, California and Richard N. Standley of
Fredericktown; daughter Mary P. Duncan of Temecula, California; brother Jimmie
Gale Dennison of Pilot Knob; sister Georgia Lee Blankenship of Ironton; 10 grandchildren and 10 great
grandchildren.
Funeral service were Monday, March 26,
2018, at Follis & Sons Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Middlebrook, Iron Co., MO, Obituary
http://hosting-8819.tributes.com/obituary/show/June-Blankenship-102977741
Minerva "June" Blankenship of Middlebrook, Missouri passed away November 1, 2015 in St. Louis, Missouri at the age of 75
years. She was born April 9, 1940 in St.
Louis, Missouri the daughter of the late Lee Jacob and Ethel Ellen (Womble)
Montgomery.
June is the mother of six children; William "Kevin" Neel
and Robert Hudson Neel who preceded her in death, Debbie Russell-Ross of
Blackburn, MO, Sherrie and husband, Kevin Lucy of Ironton, MO, Darrell and
wife, Vera Neel of Slater, MO, Greg and wife, Krystal Neel of Lexington, MO. In
addition to her children June is survived by a sister, Ruby Snyder of
Coldwater, MO, twenty-six grandchildren, many, many great grandchildren, a
daughter-in-law, Rhonda Neel, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, other
relatives and friends.
June was preceded in death by three brothers; Vernon Montgomery,
Richard Montgomery, and Dale Montgomery, three sisters; Virginia
"Denny" Ackerman, "Millie" Randolph, and Evelyn Orrick, a
daughter-in-law, Carol Neel, a son-in-law, Gil Ross, and three grandchildren.
June worked as a cook at Ozark Village Restaurant for many years.
She attended The Way for Cowboys Church in Sabula.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Pilot Knob, Iron
Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Paula-Blankenship-106693185
Paula D. Blankenship,
July 13, 1957 - December 24, 2018, Pilot Knob, Missouri.
Bryson Funeral Home, 312 S Valle Street PO Box 287, Pilot Knob, MO,
US, 63663
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Pilot Knob, Iron
Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.brysonfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Paula-Blankenship/#!/Obituary
Paula Blankenship of Pilot Knob,
Missouri passed away December 24, 2018 at Iron County Medical Center. She was
born July 13, 1957 in St. Louis, Missouri the daughter of Jesse and Elen
(Jackson) Blankenship.
Paula was a 1975 graduate of Arcadia
Valley High School. She enjoyed horseback riding and showing horses in her
younger years. She loved all animals but especially dogs. She also enjoyed
flower gardening.
Paula was preceded in death by her father,
Jesse
Blankenship and two brothers-in-law; Wilfred “Bill” Adams and Wayne Anderson.
Paula is survived by her mother, Elen Blankenship of Arcadia,
Missouri, two sons; Corey Blankenship of Ironton, Missouri and Dylan Blankenship of Bonne Terre,
Missouri, her “other half”, Raymond Engemann of Pilot Knob, Missouri, two brothers;
Dan
Blankenship and wife, Jane of Farmington, Missouri, Bill Wilson and wife, Brenda of
Arcadia, Missouri, three sisters; Jeanne Adams of Arcadia, Missouri, Patty
Anderson of Farmington, Missouri, and Susan Parks and husband, Rick of
Lesterville, Missouri, her special great nephew, Nash, as well as a host of
nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral Service Will be
Dec. 28. 1:00 pm. Bryson Funeral Home, 312 S Valle Street PO Box 287, Pilot
Knob, MO.
Jackson
2016, Blue Springs, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
The Kansas City Star, (MO) - January 8, 2017
M. Jill Ladas, 73, Blue Springs, MO, passed away Saturday, December
24, 2016, at Kansas City Hospice House. She had fiercely and courageously
battled ovarian cancer for three years. Jill was born May 16, 1943, in Indio,
CA, daughter of William Ray Gromer and Beulah Ruth Gromer
(Blankenship)
She lived briefly in Cathedral City, CA, while her father prepared
to deploy to Europe with the United States Army 4th Armored Division. After
deployment, Jill, along with her mother and brother, James Gromer lived briefly
in Des Moines, IA, before returning to Missouri where they settled in St.
Joseph awaiting her father's return from World War II. In 1950, her father
passed away when Jill was seven years old.
Her mother was later married to her step-father, Vern Meade. Jill
was Vern's "Princess" the rest of his life and he was her
"Pop". Jill attended St. Joseph, MO, schools, including Central High
School through her sophomore year before the family moved to Alma, NE, where
her stepfather had become the head of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Harlan
County Reservoir. Jill attended Alma High School for her junior and senior
years, graduating in 1961 as Salutatorian.
Jill returned to Missouri after graduation and enrolled at
Southwest Missouri State College (Missouri State). She had met Samuel Stith
that summer while at the Lake of the Ozarks. Sam was also attending Southwest
Missouri State and they were married in Hermitage, MO, on March 3, 1962.
Jill decided to not continue with college at that time, instead
choosing to become a mother. Two sons were born to this union, Jeffrey Todd in
1964 and Marc Aaron in 1969. The family moved to California, MO, in 1967. Jill
worked in advertising, first for the California Democrat newspaper and then the
Weekly Shopper in Jefferson City.
While in California, Jill was divorced and
later, on Jan. 7, 1977, remarried D. J. Davis who would become father to Jeff
and Marc. In 1979, the
family relocated to Odessa, MO, where D. J. Was hired as high school principal.
During this time in Odessa, Jill decided to return to school to pursue her
college degree. She enrolled at Blue Springs Campus of Longview College (later
Blue River Community College), earning an Associate's Degree in 1987. While
still a student at the campus in 1986, she was hired part-time with the public
relations department at Blue Springs Campus. She then enrolled at Central
Missouri State University in Warrensburg where she graduated summa cum laude
with a degree in public relations/journalism and speech in 1991.
After graduation, Jill went to work full time in 1993 at Longview
Community College in Lee's Summit, MO, as Continuing Education Coordinator.
Having earlier divorced, she married John Ladas on May 2, 1998, in
Independence, MO. In 2001, she became Community Outreach Manager at the
Longview campus. She retired from Metropolitan Community Colleges in 2012 to
pursue her loves - traveling domestically and abroad with husband John, loving
on her granddaughter Taylor, working around home with her beloved dog Shiloh by
her side and cheering on her Royals and Chiefs.
Fate was not so kind when in January, 2014, Jill received her
diagnosis. From the beginning, she was determined to defeat it and she gave the
fight everything she had to the very end.
Jill was preceded in death by her father, mother, step-father, and
brother.
Jill's life was highlighted by many remarkable accomplishments and
experiences. She was a spelling bee champion, an award-winning accordion
player, a published poet and a beauty contest queen. She had the opportunity to
travel to England, France, Italy, Scotland, Germany and Greece as well as
seeing firsthand the beauty of America, traveling to all corners of our nation,
including Hawaii. She loved to hike with husband John and together, they
learned ballroom dancing. She was a member of Royal Neighbors of America and
Beta Sigma Phi. Professionally, she was recognized and honored in her position
at Longview and leaves a lasting impression on the Lee's Summit community with
the Longview "Flights of Fancy" Kite Festival which she was instrumental
in founding in 2007. The festival, held each year in April, benefits the
students of Longview through three scholarships funded by Kite Festival
proceeds. It is attended by more than 15,000 residents of the metro Kansas City
area each year.
She received great joy in watching her son Marc act in many plays
over the years and her son Jeff coach her granddaughter Taylor in fastpitch
softball. Her greatest joy was being a mother and being a
grandmother to Taylor, Elena, Rowden and unfortunately only briefly to Tabor.
Jill is survived by husband John Ladas of the home and her dog
Shiloh; two sons Jeff Stith (wife Tammy Stith), Pleasant Hill, MO, and Marc
Stith (wife Jenni Stith), Castle Rock, CO; step-children Paul Ladas (wife
Debbie Ladas), Drexel, MO; Michelle Ladas, Lee's Summit, MO, and Kristina Lobb
(husband Randall Lobb), Tonganoxie, KS; close friend D.J. Davis, Maitland, MO,
and grandchildren Taylor Stith and Rowden, Elena and Tabor Lobb. She is also
survived by her "Soul Sister" Georgia Schmittling, Lee's Summit, and
a multitude of friends, associates and neighbors who will miss her greatly.
A celebration of Jill's life will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday,
Jan. 14, at Longview Funeral Home, 12700 S. Raytown Road, Kansas City, MO, with
a catered lunch to follow. Cremation has been accorded. Interment will be at 10
a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville,
MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Grain Valley, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
The Examiner, (Independence-Blues Springs-Grain Valley,
MO) - December 26, 2018
Lowell Gene Sherrell, 65, of Grain Valley unexpectedly passed away
on December 21, 2018 at his farm in Henry
County.
He retired from BNSF Railway as a Terminal Signal Engineer after 39
years of loyal service. He was a graduate of Truman High School, class of '71. Attended the First Baptist Church of Grain Valley. He was an
avid deer hunter and loved the outdoors. He also enjoyed riding his Harley
Davidson motorcycles.
He is preceded by his father and mother, Darrell Lowell Sherrell and Mary Alene Blankenship Sherrell.
Survivors include wife Janie Sherrell, brothers Randy and wife
Karen, Russell and wife Kim, son Brandon Gene and wife Krista, grandchildren
Jackson, Rylan, and Rivington, step children Stacy, Daniel, Shelby and husband
Taylor, nieces Lori Jo and Jordan.
Funeral service will be Friday, December 28, 12:30-2 pm, at Royer
Funeral Home. Grave site service will be Saturday, December 29, 2 p.m. at
Oxford Cemetery, Oxford, AR.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Grandview, Jackson Co., MO, Death
http://hosting-25030.tributes.com/obituary/read/Judy-L.-Blankenship-103590367
Obituary for Judy
L. Blankenship, May 21, 2016,
Grandview, Missouri
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Grandview, Jackson
Co., MO, Obituary
The California Democrat, (MO) - May 25, 2016
Judy Leslie Barbour Blankenship of Grandview, Mo., passed away Saturday, May 21, 2016. Judy was
the daughter of Virgil L. and Goldie (Hill) Barbour which preceded her in
death. She was born on October 9, 1943, in Latham, Mo.
Judy graduated from Tipton High School in 1961 and moved to state
of California immediately following. She loved living in California where she
lived with her siblings and worked in a hospital. After many years, Judy moved
back to Missouri after marrying J. W. Blankenship. Judy retired from Tipton Manor Nursing
Home after 19 years of service where she had a heart for the patients that
lived there and grew attached to many of them over the years. Judy enjoyed
working in the Alzheimer's Unit where she felt that they were very special
people.
Judy was a member of Latham Christian Church, but later attended
Pisgah Baptist Church where she loved hearing her good friend Curly Wood
preach. After moving to Grandview, Mo., she attended First Baptist Church of
Grandview with Clint and his family. Judy loved the Lord and told anyone and
everyone how He alone has helped her through all the illnesses.
Judy's hobbies over the years were painting, gardening, helping
others, spending time with her friends and especially watching her grandkids
grow up. Nothing lit her face up more than seeing her grandkids come for a
visit or go watch them at an event.
She is survived by: her sons,
Darin Waid and his wife Donna
Blankenship of S.C., Clint Ashley and his wife Amy Rohrbach Blankenship of Grandview, Mo.; seven grandchildren, Matthew, Micah, Rachel,
Kayla, Karin, Kyle and Kenton and two great-grandchildren. She is also survived
by: one sister, Pauline Klenze; one brother, Joe Barbour; sister-n-law, Lois
Ann Barbour; stepmother, Lucille Barbour; three step-sisters, Elsie and her
husband Billy Meyer, Kathy and her husband Larry Murphy and Sherry Lynn and her
husband Richard Tuttle, and step-brother, Russell D. Yarnell, and many nieces,
nephews and friends.
Preceding her in death were two brothers, Jimmie H. Barbour and
Jackie L. Barbour; one sister, Mae Gordon and one niece, Kay Beth Borts.
Funeral Services will be Tuesday, May 24, 2016, at Windmill Ridge
Funeral Service in California, Mo at 1:00 p.m., with Rev. Michael Nelson
officiating. Interment will be in the Latham Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Independence, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Published in The Examiner on Mar. 18, 2015
Rickie "Rick" L. Clutter, 63, of Independence, Mo.,
passed away Monday, March 16, 2015. He was born January 28, 1952, in Kansas
City, Mo., to Robert L. and MaryAnn (Blankenship) Clutter.
He attended Van Horn High School. He was a proud member of the U.S.
Army, serving two tours of duty in Vietnam.
He was preceded in death by his mother, MaryAnn Clutter.
Rick is survived by his daughter, Annie Whalen Clutter; father,
Robert L. Clutter; sister, Vickie Clutter Reynolds; brother-in-law, Gregg
Reynolds; nephew, Aaron Reynolds; and great-niece, Alexis Reynolds.
A visitation will be held from 2 to 3 p.m., followed by a 3 p.m.
memorial service, on Saturday, March 21, at the Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W.
Lexington Ave., Independence, 816-252-7900.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Independence, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Published in Kansas City Star on Apr. 21,
2015
Virginia A. Smith,
92, of Independence, MO passed away April 19, 2015. She was born October 16,
1922 in Topeka, KS to Roy and Sadie (Young) Blankenship.
Virginia graduated from Sacred Heart High School in Topeka, KS. She
was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, and was active in the Altar and
Rosary Society and quilting group.
Virginia was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jerry
Smith; sisters, Mary Jones and Ocea Sherretts; brothers, John, Leonard and Howard Blankenship; and grandson, John Pretti.
She is survived by two daughters, Marilyn Pontalion (Andy) and
Linda Smith (Betty); brothers, Roy and Charles
Blankenship; granddaughter,
Cheryl Melton (Ryan); granddaughter-in- law, Patricia Pretti; great grandsons
and great granddaughters, Nicholas Pretti, Jessica Kline (Mike), Ella, Alli,
Tyler and Trevor Melton.
A 12:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday, April
23, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Independence, MO. Entombment will follow
at Mt. Olivet Mausoleum.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Independence, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Published in The Examiner on Jan. 19, 2016
Zehner A. Hoffman Jr., 94, died at his home in Independence, Mo.,
on January 16, 2016, surrounded by his 3 caregivers: Daughters, Julie, Susan
and Ellen.
Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Friday at St. Anthony's Parish, 318
Benton Blvd., Kansas City, Mo. Inurnment at Mt. Washington Cemetery with
military honors following.
Zehner served in the 34th Infantry "Red Bulls" during
WWII in Italy and North Africa and was awarded 3 Bronze Stars. Mr. Hoffman
worked for Missouri Pacific Railroad and retired in 1987 from ACF Industries.
Zehner was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Oma (Judy)
Hoffman.
He is survived by his sister, Ann Wolf (Jim) of Mission, Kan.; children, Zehner A. Hoffman III (Linda)
of Coral Gables, Fla., Sara Alpert (Irwin) of Blue Springs, Mo., Rose Whitsitt of
Independence, Mo., Aimee Worley (Earl) of Sugar Creek, Mo., and Julie McGinnis,
Susan Blankenship and Ellen Kuhn, of the home; 16
grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Independence,
Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Published in The Examiner on Jan. 30, 2016
Robert John Cooper, 84, passed away Jan. 28, 2016. He was born on
June 24, 1931, in Knob Creek, Arkansas, to Garland and Grace (Knowles) Cooper,
as the fifth of eight children.
Robert married Versie Blankenship in 1950, and served in the Army after
their marriage. Upon honorable discharge, he worked in heavy construction and
home building. He and Versie later owned and operated Clem's Restaurant of
Independence for nearly 30 years. He enjoyed fishing and hunting in his spare
time.
He was preceded in death by his wife and best friend of nearly 65
years, Versie, in 2014; his parents, and siblings,
Lowell Cooper, Leon Cooper, Kenneth Cooper, Marie Blankenship,
and Melva Clem.
He is survived by his sisters, Ina Cooper and Jean Mayer; and many
nieces and nephews.
Family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m., with service at 2:00
p.m., both on Monday, February 1, 2016, at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E.
39th St. He will be laid to rest in New Salem Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Independence, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Published in The Examiner on Sept. 9, 2016
Kathlene Marie Stewart, 57, of Independence, Mo., passed away
Wednesday, September 7, 2016. She was born on May 17, 1959, in Independence,
Mo., to Elgie and JoAnn Honeycutt.
Kathlene married her husband Kevin on July 29, 1982. She enjoyed
gardening, video games, and social media, but she really loved being with her
nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Tina Reynolds, and her
father.
Kathlene will be remembered by her loving husband, Kevin of the
home; mother, JoAnn Blankenship and step-father,
Roland, of Polo, Mo.; sister, Le Anne Eichmeier
and husband, Dallas, of Polo, Mo., sister, Donna Evans of Polo, Mo.; brother,
Elgie Honeycutt Jr. and wife, Laura, of Stockton, Mo.; half sister, Gayle
Honeycutt of Independence, Mo.; step-brother, Ryan Thurman of Independence,
Mo.; step-mother, Liz Boots of Kansas City, Mo.; and many nieces and nephews.
A service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13, at the Speaks
Suburban chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence. Cremation will follow the
service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Independence, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Published in Kansas City Star on Nov. 22,
2016
Lawrence J. Cook (Larry) passed away November 20, 2016. Larry was
born on March 8, 1932 to Lawrence and Mary (Newland) Cook in Unionville,
Missouri.
He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He attended
MU, earning a Bachelor's in Education and a Master's of Specialist degrees in
Adult and Continuing Education. Larry was employed by the Independence School
District for more than 30 years. He taught at Truman High School and was the
Director of Adult Education. Larry later worked for the Missouri Dept. of
Education in Veterans Affairs. Larry was a member of the First Baptist Church
of Lee's Summit. He was also a member of the Independence Rotary Club.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his two sisters, Betty Blankenship and Joann Baughman.
He was married to Wanda (Terry) Cook for 61 years. They have three
children, David and wife Karen, of Independence, Missouri, Pam and husband Bob,
of Liberty, Missouri and John and wife Bridget, of Elkton, Maryland, and nine
grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at First Baptist Church of Lee's
Summit on November 26 at 10am.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Independence,
Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
The Kansas City Star, (MO) - February 20, 2019
Michelle Ann Lahey, 61, of Independence, MO, passed away very
peacefully, with a smile on her lips, surrounded by people she loved, on
February 13, 2019. Michelle was born in Kansas City, MO, on September 29, 1957
to William (Bill) and Sue
(Blankenship) Lahey.
Michelle grew up with her slightly bratty, but quite lovely sister
Kimm. Michelle was the #1 fan of the Kansas City Royals and baseball overall.
She loved martinis with bleu cheese stuffed olives, Cabo San Lucas and the Cabo
Chicks, and "REAL BOOKS"; (no Kindle for that girl). She was quick
witted, accepted everyone, the best horse show mom ever, and a very popular
Girl Scout leader. She had a 10,000 watt smile and a loud contagious laugh, and
was patient and resilient. She was wildly mischievous and all about fun. She
would vote for a yellow dog before she would vote for a Republican. Michelle
was a pistol; a light has gone out.
Michelle married Kenn Blurton on the island of St. Croix, US Virgin
Islands, on January 9, 1993. Their daughter Jillian was born on June 17, 1996,
and Michelle's mama bear/friend relationship with Jillie was absolutely
beautiful and moving.
Michelle graduated from Truman High School in 1975, William Jewell
College in 1979, and from Emporia State College with her Master's degree in
Library Science in 1984. She worked for St. Luke's Medical Library, Midwest
Research Institute, and then finished her career at Linda Hall Library, a place
she loved, working with some of the most intelligent, funny, and nice people
ever.
Michelle was preceded in death by our little rose and daughter,
Bonnie Lahey Blurton.
Michelle leaves behind her husband Kenn Blurton and their daughter
Jillian; parents; sister Kimberly Sue Lawrence (Jeff);
niece and nephew Courtney (Trevor) and Ethan Lawrence; sister-in-law Mila
Blurton, and numerous cousins, aunts and uncles.
A celebration of
life will be at 11:00 am, Saturday, March 9, at Park Lawn
Northland Chapel, 1640 N. Route 291, Liberty, MO. A brief graveside committal
will follow services in Glenridge Cemetery, Liberty, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Sue Lahey –
b.30Jul1934 - Independence, MO: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2M4K-G6Q
Relatives - Bill
Lahey, Jr. William E. Lahey, Kimberly S. Lawrence, Michelle A. Lahey, William
E. Jr. Lahey.
2015, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Alice Louise Mason-Burdick, 76, of Kansas City, Missouri, died
Monday, January 12, 2015 at St. Joseph Medical Center. She was born in Kearney,
Nebraska and moved to Lincoln, Nebraska at the age of five.
Alice attended the Nebraska School for the Blind in Nebraska City,
graduating in 1958. She lived in Kansas City for the past 41 years. She was a
vending facility manager for Business Opportunities for Missouri Blind. Alice
was a member of the Holmeswood Baptist Church and involved in the Anchor's
Senior Group there. She was a member of the Christian Fellowship for the Blind and
greatly enjoyed their annual national conferences which she helped plan, as a
board member.
Alice was an amazing woman whose determination and faith allowed
her to raise four boys, mostly on her own, through multiple trials including a
divorce and deaths of two husbands and a teenage son. Alice survived being hit
by a car while walking across the street in 1983. This accident occurred just
prior to the death of her husband Gary Mason. Through great adversity, the
challenges of being blind, and tragedies, Alice continued to walk the road of a
determined Mother and Christian.
Alice is survived by her husband Harold Burdick; sons and
daughters-in-law Micheal and Sonia Clark of Peculiar, Missouri, Matthew and
Marla Mason of Williamsburg, Missouri and Shane Mason of Kansas City, Missouri;
step daughter Lynne Caltrider and husband Roger of Casey, Iowa; brothers Norman
Dority of Lincoln, Nebraska and Stanley Dority and wife Mary of Lincoln,
Nebraska; sister Barbara Fonner and husband Jim of Colorado Springs, Colorado; sister-in-law LuAnn Blankenship and husband
Jerry of Pleasant Hope, Missouri; eleven
grandchildren, four step grandchildren and two step great-grandchildren.
Alice was preceded in death by her parents Wilma (Shormann) and
Wayne Dority; husbands Edward Negley and Gary Mason; son Leroy Lynn Clark; and
brothers Roland and Marvin Dority.
Funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, January 15, at
Holmeswood Baptist Church, 9700 Holmes Road, Kansas City, Missouri. Burial in Forest Hill Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Arthur C. Williams, 85, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on
February 24th, 2015. Born July 12, 1929.
He worked as a federal employee. He served in the Navy and was a
member of the American Legion Post 598.
Through his first wife, Jeannette, his survivors include Arthur
(III) and wife Terry Williams, Theodore Williams, Timothy Williams, and daughter Lark and husband Gary Blankenship; 12 grandchildren,
Sabrina and husband Sean Newton, Arthur (IV) and wife Leah Williams, Sarah and
husband Jonathan Martin, Daeneile Williams, Daniel Williams, Dayna Williams,
Darin Williams, Daric Williams, David Williams, Kevin and wife Kate Blankenship, Kendra
Blankenship, Keith and wife Jennifer Blankenship; and 20 great grandchildren, Gavin Newton, Tristan Newton, Klarissa Newton,
Milo Williams, Saskia Williams, Emmett Williams, Theron Williams, Harmon
Martin, Abel Martin, Easton Martin, Vanessa Blankenship,
Andrew Blankenship, Andrea Blankenship,
Hannah, Veronica, Jenna, Raquel, and Clayton. Through his second wife, Joan,
his survivors include step son Michael Crowley and step daughter Shirley
Crowley.
Through his wife, Betty, who preceded him in death in 2000,
survivors include step daughters Lisa and husband Larry Generally, Demi and
husband Larry Gregoroff, and step granddaughter Alicia and husband Rocky
Lenzini, step grandsons Justin Scheidt and Nicholas Gregoroff, and step great
granddaughters Melaina Lenzini and Julianna Lenzini.
Services will be 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 2, at the Mt. Moriah
& Freeman Chapel, 10507 Holmes Road, Kansas City, Missouri. Burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
The Kansas City Star, (MO) Date: March 15, 2015
Betty Sue (Blankenship) Jacobson, 78 [1937], of Kansas City, MO, formerly of
Edgerton/Ridgely, MO passed away, March 12, 2015.
Betty was a credit manager for American Hospital Supply/Scientific
Products/Baxter, retiring after 31 years. After her retirement she worked for
Guys Foods for 10 years.
Survivors are husband, Jon; step children, E. Denise (Tim)
Lundberg, and Jon (Cynthia) Jacobson, Jr.; six step grandchildren.
Funeral service 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 17,
at Metro Baptist Church, Kansas City. Burial Ridgley Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.hkfuneralhome.com/en-memorium.php?obit=1450
Betty Sue (Blankenhip) Jacobson, 78, of Kansas
City, MO passed away, March 12, 2015. She was born on March 25, 1936 to Roy Lee and Mattie Mae
(Wilson) Blankenship in Trimble, MO. She grew up in
the Ridgely, MO area and graduated from North Platte High School in 1954.
On March 26, 1977 she was united in
marriage to Jon H. Jacobson, Sr. After
their marriage they lived in Kansas City where they made their home. Betty was
a credit manager for American Hospital Supply/Scientific Products/Baxter,
retiring after 31 years. After her
retirement she worked for Guys Foods for 10 years.
She was a member of the Metro Baptist
Church in Kansas City where she participated in home visits. Betty also volunteered at the Shepherd
Center, and was on the Board of Trustees in Oakwood. Betty enjoyed being with her family, was a
wonderful step-mother, step-grandmother and friend. She loved to cook, work in her garden, and
watch basketball.
She was preceded in death by her parents,
and one brother, Leroy Blankenship.
Betty is survived by her husband, Jon, of
the home; step-children, E. Denise Lundberg and husband Tim, and Jon Jacobson,
Jr. and wife Cynthia; step-grandchildren, Emily, Lauren and Carter Lundberg and
Matthew, Alexandria and Paul Jacobson; sister-in-law, Darlene
Blankenship; aunt Rebecca Robb; niece Wendy Shipley and husband Mike, nephew Spencer
Blankenship and wife Lori; cousins Lynn Patton and husband Andy, Randall L. Robb and
Drew Patton; other relatives and many friends.
Funeral Services: 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 17th at Metro
Baptist Church, Kansas City. Burial: Ridgley Cemetery
2015, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Mildred Bernice (Blankenship) Hardison, July 17, 1921 - April 18, 2015
Mildred B. Goad Hardison, wife, mother, and companion, of Kansas
City, MO, was 93 when she passed away on April 18
surrounded by her loving family. Mildred was born July 17, 1921 and lived a
full and wonderful life, most of it spent in the KC area. She will be missed by
all those whose lives she touched.
She is survived by her daughter Shirley Stuart and husband Gary,
daughter Sharon Elliot and husband Bob, 4 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren,
and 1 great great grandchild.
Graveside service to be held at 2PM on
Tuesday, April 21, at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Published in Kansas City Star on June 6, 2015
Aubrey Dean Blankenship, 84, of Kansas City, Mo., passed away June 3, 2015.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, June 8, at Longview
Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Longview Cemetery.
Aubrey was born Feb. 28, 1931, to Russell and Agnes Wilkerson in
Little Rock, Ark. She was a devoted mother and grandmother and great
grandmother.
Aubrey is survived by her sons,
Gary (Lark) Blankenship and David (Peggy) Blankenship; grandchildren, Kevin, Kendra, Keith, Laura, Julie, and Drew Blankenship; great grandchildren, Vanessa, Andrew, Hannah, Raquel,
Veronica, Andrea and Jenna; and brother, Billy Wilkerson.
Aubrey was preceded in death by her husband, Henry; her daughters,
Sharon and Julia; her brother,
RJ Wilkerson; and her sister, Geraldine Mullins.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Henry A. Blankenship – b.19Sep1928 -
Kansas City, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MHT-8LT
Relatives: Aubrey D. Blankenship, David
Blankenship.
SSDI: Blankenship, Henry, 75, 19Sep1928 –
03Jan2004, (not specified), AR- 429-44-3401
2015, Kansas City, Jackson
Co., MO, Obituary
Published in Kansas City Star on Sept. 16,
2015
Vincie (Vincenza) Cimino, a lifelong resident of KCMO, died Sept.
5, 2015, in Hurst, Texas. She was born Vincie Gianchino on Oct. 10, 1920, in
Ragusa, Sicily.
She is preceded in death by parents, brother, Mario (Jane)
Gianchino.
She leaves behind son, Vincent (Mitzi) Cimino, granddaughter, Annie (Colby) Blankenship and grandson, Michael Cimino, all of Hurst, and her
brother, Bill (Mary Teresa) Gianchino of Kansas City.
Private services were held in Hurst, Texas.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Published in Kansas City Star on Nov. 4, 2015
Jon Jacobson, Sr., 81, Kansas City, Mo., passed away Saturday,
October 31, 2015, at Northcare Hospice House. Jon was born Sept. 1, 1934, in
Ames, Iowa, the son of Edgar and Esther (Stowell) Jacobson.
He lived most of his life in the Kansas City area. He was united in
marriage to Doris A. Duke on April 20, 1958. To this marriage, were born a
daughter, Denise (Tim) Lundberg and son, Jon (Cynthia) Jacobson, Jr. After this
marriage ended, Jon married Betty Sue Blankenship on March 26, 1977.
Jon served his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1956- 1960. He
was a 1952 graduate of Shawnee Mission High School and attended Iowa State
University. Jon worked for American Hospital Supply Corporation for 18 years,
Rose Restaurant Supply and retired from Pioneer in 2013. Jon enjoyed gardening,
watching the Kansas City sports teams and singing in the church choir.
Jon was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Barbara Jean, and
his wife, Betty, of 38 years.
He is survived by his daughter and son; six grandchildren, Emily
Lundberg, Lauren Lundberg, Carter Lundberg, Matthew Jacobson (fiance Fernanda
De Lima), Alexandria Jacobson and Paul Jacobson, niece, Adrienne (John)
Pfrommer, nephews, Jonce (Nancy) Trimble, Ross (Tammy) Trimble, and Bruce (Kim)
Trimble.
Memorial service 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7,
at Metro Baptist Church.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Published in Kansas City Star on Feb. 10,
2016
Lorraine Birmingham, 69, KCMO, died February 3, 2016.
She was predeceased by parents, Georgia Mae (West) and Edgar
Birmingham and brother, Steven.
She leaves aunt, Patricia Blankenship; and cousins, Patrick West and Pamela
West-Love (Adam), and their children, Robert and Katelyn Love.
Lorraine graduated from Westport High School, Kansas City Junior
College and earned a B.A. in Sociology from UMKC. She was an insurance
underwriter for Assurant Corp. Lorraine served as a board member of the
International Relations Council of KC; she also belonged to the US- China
Peoples Friendship Assoc. and the UN Assoc. Parishioner of Redemptorist
Catholic Church.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday, at
Redemptorist Catholic Church, 3333 Broadway, KCMO, with burial following in Mt.
Olivet Cemetery, KCMO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Published in Kansas City Star on Apr. 21,
2016
John B. Kalin, Jr. September 27, 1933 - April 16, 2016. Born in St. Joseph, Missouri, to John B. Kalin and Rose (Rutschman)
Kalin.
Preceded in death by his parents; a brother,
Stephen R. Kalin, and his sister, Anna C. Kalin.
Survived by: wife of 64 years, Dorothy Jean (Johnson) Kalin; daughters Jean Loraine (Lorie) Riley
and husband John, Cresbard, South Dakota; Debra Kalin and husband Jeffry Scott,
Ft. Collins, Colorado; Diana
Yvonne Blankenship and husband Gene, Platte City, Missouri. Grandchildren:
Jason Ryan Blankenship (Jamie); Sean Kalin Riley; Kelly Nicole (Blankenship) Dunn; Erin Caitlin
Riley; and four great- granddaughters. Brothers: Thomas E. Kalin (Eleanor);
Joseph Kalin (Frankie); Frank X. Kalin (Pat); many nieces, nephews, and
cousins.
Eldest son of Swiss immigrants, John grew up on the family dairy
and produce farms, first near Bee Creek, then near Faucett, Missouri. He
attended Faucett High School. He later attained his GED diploma. By achieving
his GED when his children were small, and by modeling the value of continuing
education, he set the tone for his children's love of and success in school,
and their advanced educations.
He retired from Western Electric (AT&T) with 30 years' service
as an installer of telephone switching equipment in central telephone offices
across Missouri and Kansas. He was an officer, participant, and promoter of
Communications Workers of America (CWA) Union Local 6391. Following retirement
from Western Electric, John turned to his real passion: trucking. He began a
rewarding 25-year career by forming an independent owner/operator trucking
company, providing grain hauling to local and regional farmers and grain
businesses, for which he used his much favored and distinctive Peterbilt
semi-tractors. He ran his rigs clean, the chrome polished, and his trailers
most often topped with a cowboy tarp.
Always a hard worker, John and Jean designed and built two homes
together, doing much of the construction and landscaping themselves.
"JBK" was a humble, unpretentious, yet articulate, creative,
intelligent, and humorous man who touched many lives and earned much respect
from those who loved him, and those who merely knew him. He was a good and
decent man, a lovely man, who will be long and deeply missed.
Per John's request, a private family celebration is pending. Cremation through the Cremation Society of Kansas and Missouri.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Published in Kansas City Star on May 1, 2016
John C. Brands, 94, passed away April 28, 2016.
Clarence was in the U.S. Navy for 4 1/2 years serving on the USS
Leonard Wood, Thomas Stone, LST-359, 357, 372 and
Susan B. Anthony. He was in the African and European Theaters. He worked at
Sears as a salesman for 37 years. Mr. Brands loved working in the garden and in
the yard. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Mr. Brands was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Mary
(Ketter) Brands, daughter Patricia Hobbs, sister Virginia Wright, sister Bertie
Geiger, brother Alyosius Brands, step son Jeff Mason, step grandson Dustin Blankenship and
first wife Sarah (Schaffer) Brands.
He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Essie; son Michael (Janice)
Brands; son Duane (Theresa) Brands; son in law Douglas Hobbs; extended family
Marjorie (Charles) Campbell, Virginia (Randall) Marshall and Fred (Carrie)
Boyer; grandchildren Michael (Megan)
Brands, Nicole (Charles) Bartlett, Sara (Joshua) Harrell, Kevin (Sarra) Hobbs,
Matthew (Dana) Hobbs, Rene
Blankenship, Cathleen (Allen)
Ledbetter, Brian Campbell, Olivia (Frank) Patti, Shawn Boyer and Jason Boyer;
eleven great grandchildren; brother Omar (Doris) Brands; and several nieces
nephews and friends.
Funeral services at 11AM, Tuesday, May 3, 2016 at Park Lawn Funeral
Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Green Lawn Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.terraceparkfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Wayne-Blankenship/#!/Obituary
Wayne Blankenship,
82, of Kansas City, MO passed away August 21, 2016 at home. He was born in
McLean, TX in 1933. He was a graduate of Stinnett High School in 1953.
Wayne married Ann Matlock on November 18, 1961. Wayne retired from
Farmland Industries in 1995 after 28 years of service. During his retirement he
enjoyed traveling with Ann and attending his grandchildren’s activities.
Wayne is survived by his wife of 55 years, Ann, children Sherrie
Brandt (Tom); Robert
Blankenship (Karen); Shirley Uhlmer (Donnie); grandchildren
Jessica Wheeler (Justin); Brooks Cohick (Emily); Dakota Blankenship (Maggie); McKenzie
Blankenship; Mark Uhlmer;
Jacob Brandt and two great-grandchildren: Zoey and William Wheeler.
Graveside services will be held Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at 11 AM
in Terrace Park Cemetery, 801 NW 108th St. (169 Hwy & Shoal Creek) Kansas
City, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.cashattfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Teena-Blankenship/#!/Obituary
Teena Louise Blankenship, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away suddenly Tuesday
October 3rd 2016 in her home at the age of 55. She was born on October 29th
1960 to the late Lilly May Duncan and the late Glen James Duncan.
Tenna was the youngest of 4 children. She was an amazing woman. She
spent her life taking care of both of her children,
Jennie Blankenship and Misty Geckley. She
had a huge heart and a story for anyone who would listen. Tenna spent her life
struggling with crones disease and later in life COPD
but she never let it stop her from being a whirlwind in the lives of the ones
she loved. She loved to tend to her plants, paint figurines, read historical
romances, and play with her grandson.
Tenna is preceded in death by her fiancee
Clifford Henley, daughter Jennie Blankenship, Sister Maryiann Sullivan and brother
Marshall Duncan.
Tenna is survived by her daughter and son in law Misty and Aaron
Geckley, grandson Carter, and brother Jimmy Duncan.
A Memorial Service Celebrating her Life will be held Thursday,
October 13th at 7pm with a Visitation with family and friends beginning at 6pm,
both at Raphael Chapel; 5401 N. Sycamore Ave, Kansas City, Missouri.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Funeral
Published in Kansas City Star on Oct. 19,
2016
Gloria Blankenship,
69 [1947], died
Oct. 17, 2016.
Visit. 2 p.m., service 3 p.m. Sat., Oct. 22, at Park Lawn. Burial Green Lawn. Arr.: Park Lawn, (816) 523-1234.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
The Kansas City Star, (MO) - January 22, 2018
Earl Eugene Funk came into this world on August 19, 1934, the son of Harold
and Iva Funk, and drew his last breath on January 14, 2018. During those years
this quiet man was a devoted husband, a caring parent and a hard-working
printer. He died without regrets.
He worked at Funk Ruling Co. before graduating from Central High
School. After a tour of duty with the Navy Seabees he began a long association
with The Lowell Press. He later worked for Constable Hodgins Printing Company
and Greystone Graphics before retiring at the age of 74. His knowledge of
printing, which spanned the days from hot metal type to computers, was vast.
Gene's marriage to Ida brought Sydney and Harold into the Funk family. He married
Barbara in 1979, and Andrew was born. Gene, with the support of Barb, Andy and
a host of others, fought a valiant, two-decade-long battle against serious
health issues without complaint or bitterness. He worked diligently, maintained
his optimistic outlook, held true to his faith and continued pursuing his
goals. Harvesters and Cross-Lines work dates were highlighted on his calendar.
He was a member of Second Presbyterian Church, serving in several capacities.
His life was filled with strength and simplicity that inspire those who knew
him and miss him today. Gene was a kind, modest man.
He is survived by his loving wife Barbara; children, Sydney
Blankenship (Peter Nowak),
Harold and Andrew (Emily McProud); his grandchildren,
Bianca Blankenship and Hayes Funk; siblings, Mel, Carol Smith
and Don, and numerous family members.
A celebration of Gene's life will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, at
Second Presbyterian Church, 318 East 55th St., Kansas City, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
The Kansas City Star, (MO) - September 5, 2018
Don J. Cipolla, Age 88 passed away Sunday, September 2, 2018, at home
surrounded by his loving family. He was born February 4, 1930 in Kansas City,
Missouri, the oldest of four children born to Pete and Mary (Bengimina)
Cipolla.
Like his father and brother, Don worked in the meat industry his
entire career mostly with A&P Grocery and later with PDI meat distributors.
Don was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Army serving in the Korean War.
Don carried a strong character, work ethic and love of family which he passed
along to all of his children.
Don is preceded in death by his parents.
Don is survived by his wife of 67 years, Antoinette (Carrollo)
Cipolla. Six children; Donna Blankenship and husband
Kelly, Peter Charles and wife Kathy, Dominic and
wife Julie, Steven, Michael, John and wife Paula, his brother Marion Cipolla
and wife Mary and sisters Rosemary Sandridge and husband Edward, Joann Nye, and
cousin Anthony Bengimina and wife Patricia, plus 9 grandchildren; Eddie &;
Jason Cosler, Christina Tetuan, John Cipolla, Jr., Dominic, Andrew, Matthew,
Joshua and Joseph Cipolla. 5 great grandchildren and many
nieces, nephews, great nieces &; great nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Friday, September 7, at
St Thomas More Catholic Church, 11822 Holmes Road, KCMO 64131. Burial at Mount Olivet Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
The Kansas City Star, (MO) - September 16, 2018
Dorothy Blankenship Gregg, age 94, of KSMO, passed Sept. 11, 2018.
Visit. and Serv. Mon., Sept 17 at 9am. Graveside immediately following. All
services to take place at Floral Hills Funeral Home and Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/kansas-city-mo/dorothy-gregg-7987264
Dorothy Blankenship Gregg, age 94, passed
away on September 11, 2018. Dorothy was born to Charles and Frances
Blankenship on May 20, 1924 in Jefferson City, Missouri.
As a child, Dorothy and her parents lived
in the Missouri towns of Meada and Sedalia, before moving to the northeast
neighborhood in Kansas City, Missouri. After she graduated from Manual High
School (1942) she attended and graduated from Southwest Baptist College in
Bolivar, Missouri (1942-1944) where she was named Miss Southwest Baptist. She
worked at Montgomery Wards, the Federal Reserve Bank and Russell Stover Candies
before she married Lynn Gregg at Bethany Baptist Church in Kansas City. Dorothy
met the challenge of raising four children with Lynn who was in the Navy where
they traveled and lived in many parts of the country. After Lynn’s Navy
retirement she returned to work at Russell Stover and then worked and retired
from the Kansas City, Missouri School District. Dorothy always enjoyed history
and traveling abroad. Dorothy was a devoted servant of God and was an active
member of Baptist Churches. She would do extensive research from various books,
and of course the Bible, in preparation for teaching Sunday School.
Dorothy also did professional seamstress work and was known for her creative
designs. After Lynn passed away in 2006 she moved to the Armour Oaks retirement
center in Kansas City.
Dorothy is survived by her four children:
Chuck and his wife, Nhung, Jim and his wife Carol, Dan and his wife Amy and
Joan Stout and her husband, Chris. She also is survived by nine grandchildren;
Shawn Gregg, Ashley Munson, Josh Gregg, Misty Lewis, Christopher Stout, Aaron
Stout, Jeremy Gregg, Rachel Gregg, Joe Gregg as well as 7 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be at the Floral Hills
Chapel in Raytown, Missouri on Monday, September 17th, at 9am with the service
and burial immediately following.
+2015, Oak Grove, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Published in The Examiner on Apr. 7, 2015
Bedford Parker "Jack" Durham, 86, of Oak Grove, Missouri,
passed away Sunday, April 5, 2015, at Oak Grove Nursing & Rehab. He was
born August 16, 1928, in Dover, Arkansas, the son of Bedford and Berdie (Mize)
Durham.
Jack married Lela
B. Blankenship in January 1950
and she preceded him in death in June 2007. Jack was an insurance agent,
retiring in 1995.
Jack’s survivors include two sons: Hank & Christina Durham of
Oak Grove, Hal P. and Bridget Durham of Olathe, KS; two daughters: Judy &
Charles Triplett of Sibley, MO, Jackie & Harry Porter of Odessa, MO; two
brothers: Samuel Durham & Roy Durham, both of Melbourne, AR; three sisters:
Martha, Josephine, & Joyce; thirteen grandchildren; and fourteen
great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 10th at
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Oak Grove Restoration Branch.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Oak Grove, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
The Daily Gazette, (Xenia, OH) - September 11, 2019
Mamie Sue Tiller,
75, a resident of Oak Grove, MO passed away peacefully Monday, September 9,
2019 at St. Mary's Village in Blue
Springs, [Jackson Co.,] MO. She was born January 26, 1944 to Cloyd and Della (Mounts) Blankenship
in Hurley, VA.
Sue was united in marriage to Horace Tiller on April 1, 1961 in
Grundy, VA. She enjoyed singing, reading the Bible, playing bingo and
Crocheting. Sue was a member of Pine Creek Pole Church in Swords Creek, VA
before moving to Oak Grove.
She is preceded in death by her son, Max Tiller; parents, Cloyd and Della Blankenship; sisters, Annie Smith, Bernice Justus; brother, Billy Ray
Blankenship ; special aunt,
Marie Stiltner.
Survived by her husband, Horace Tiller of Oak Grove, MO; daughter,
Rita Brown and husband Jr. of Oak Grove, MO; granddaughter, Brandie Mears and
husband Michael of Blue Springs, MO; great-grandchildren, Edgerrin, Hannah,
Mason, Mia; brothers, Bobby Blankenship and wife Rema of Odd, WVA, Jerry Blankenship of Wytheville, VA, Ronnie Blankenship and wife Kathy of Atkins, VA, sisters, Katie Smith
and husband Ralph of Rural Retreat, VA, Judy Justus of
Marion, VA, Thelma Hubbard and husband Terry of Atkins, VA, Cynthia Burge of Marion, VA; uncle Burton Mounts of Tazewell, VA, aunt, Geneva Blankenship of Grundy, VA; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Funeral service will begin at 1:00 pm, Wednesday, September 11,
2019, at the Meyers Funeral Chapel, 1600 W. Main St, Blue Springs, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Raytown, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Constitution-Tribune (Chillicothe, MO) Date: June 29, 2015
Janet Nadine (Hill) Neal Lee, age 79, a resident of Raytown,
Missouri, entered her Savior's arms peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2015, in
the presence of her loving family. Janet was born the daughter of Harry Forrest
and Mildred Fennelle (Dietrich) Hill on May 28, 1936, in Chillicothe, Missouri.
She was a 1953 graduate of Chillicothe High School. Janet was
united in marriage to Leslie Gene Neal. To this union two children were born.
She was then united in marriage to Kenneth Lee on September 3, 2004, in
Independence, Missouri. He preceded her in death on February 21, 2007.
Janet worked for Lambert Glove Factory and then at Citizens
National Bank as a teller, key punch operator, and
computer programmer. She also was the first statistical programmer for the
Kansas City Royals through the bank. She then went to work as a private computer
programmer and was hired with the Federal Aviation Administration in Kansas
City, Missouri, retiring in 2005.
Janet lived in Chillicothe, Missouri; the states of California and
Nebraska; Chula, Missouri; and then Claycomo, Missouri, before moving to
Raytown, Missouri. She was a past member of the First Baptist Church,
Chillicothe, Missouri and Sterling Acres Baptist Church, Independence, Missouri
before joining Blue Ridge Presbyterian Church, Raytown, Missouri. She was also
a member of the Southwood Garden Club and Lower Extremity Amputees Providing
Support (LEAPS), where she served as an officer in both. Janet was a Life
Master Bridge player and enjoyed league bowling, gardening, reading murder
mysteries, playing Mexican Train dominoes, and 4th of July fireworks.
Survivors include two sons, William Edward Neal of Las Vegas,
Nevada, and Bobby Joe Neal and wife Christi of Raytown, Missouri; stepchildren,
James Lee and wife Jenny of Ada, Oklahoma and Peggy McClain of Cypress,
California; siblings, Nancy Bryant
of Azua, California; Robert Hill and wife Sarah of Portland, Oregon; Susan Hill
of Bella Vista, Arkansas; Carol Luckey and husband Robert of Augusta, Missouri;
and Linda Blankenship of
Garland, Texas; eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Kenneth; and two
brothers, Harry Hill, Jr. and John Hill.
Funeral services will be held at the Blue Ridge Presbyterian
Church, 6429 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, Missouri 64133, on Tuesday, June 30,
2015, at 11 a.m. Burial will be held at Resthaven Memorial Gardens,
Chillicothe, Missouri, on Tuesday, June 30, 2015, at 3:30 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Raytown, Jackson
Co., MO, Obituary
The Kansas City Star, (MO) - October 3, 2017
Gilbert George Pesch went to be with the Lord September 29, 2017.
He was born Oct. 21, 1930, to Dora Reinke and William Frank Pesch in Waltham,
Minnesota.
He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1951-1955. He retired from TWA
in 1992. He married Carol Blankenship in 1958. He married Phyllis Kilpatrick
Falk in 1993. He was a member of the River Church Family, Raytown, MO.
He is survived by wife, Phyllis Pesch; son, Joseph Pesch; and
brother, James Pesch (Marcia); stepdaughter, Deborah Masoner Clark; and stepson,
Frederick Falk.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his sisters, Florence
Blinderman, Dorothy Thole and Delores Hahold; brothers, Glenn, Clarence and
Norman Pesch; and stepson, Edward Falk.
Service will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4, at Langsford Funeral
Home, Lee';s Summit, MO. Conducted by Rev. John Crane, pastor of Evangelistic
Center Church, KCMO. Arr.: Langsford Funeral Home, 115 SW Third St., Lee';s Summit, MO 64063 816-524-3700.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Raytown, Jackson
Co., MO, Funeral
Published in Kansas City Star on Nov. 30,
2018
Carolyn Sue Blankenship born 2/20/49 and passed on 11/17/18.
Graveside services will be 12/1/18 at noon at Brooking Cemetery,
10004 E.53rd Street, Raytown, MO 64133
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Carolyn Sue
Blankenship – b.20Feb1949 - Raytown, MO: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2M44-V14
Relatives -
Benford A. Blankenship, Harold R. Blakenship, Harold Ray Blankenship, Lorene L.
Blankenship, Michael G. Demoro, Mike R. Blankenship, Michael R. Blankenshi,
Sherry D. Blankenship.
2017, South Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO, Obituary
Published in Kansas City Star on Jan. 18,
2017
Eleanor Burt, 87, South Kansas City, went to be with the Lord
January 15, 2017. Eleanor was born on March 5, 1929, to Edwin and Clara Lawler
in Deepwater, MO.
Eleanor remained deeply involved in her church, First Baptist
Church of Grandview.
She was preceded in death by husband, Gordon and her sister,
Marian.
Eleanor is survived by son, David (Katie) Burt; daughter, Carol Blankenship; grandchildren. Bryan,
Erin, and Justin; and great-grandson, Brandon.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 20, at
Longview Funeral Home, 12700 S. Raytown Rd, Kansas City, MO. Interment will
follow. Longview Funeral Home & Cemetery, (816) 761-6272,
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Jasper
2019, Alba, Jasper Co., MO, Obituary
The Joplin Globe, (MO) - February 26, 2019
Ella M. Turpen, age 93, of Alba, MO, went to be with her Lord and
Savior on Saturday, February 23, 2019 at Mercy Hospital in Carthage, [Jasper Co., MO]. She was born on July 1, 1925 in
Carthage, MO, to George N. Hunter and Morna (Griswald) Hunter.
Ella graduated from Alba High School in the class of 1943, was a
homemaker and also helped her husband deliver milk on the milk route. She was a
faithful member of the Purcell Baptist Church.
Ella married James Turpen on February 24, 1945 in Mt. Clemons, MI,
and he preceded her in death on October 28, 2006. They celebrated their 74th
wedding anniversary in heaven together. She was also preceded in death by her
siblings, Mildred Galloway, Adaline Hunter, Sam Hunter, Erma Dean Kimes, Anna
Ruth Dishon, Helen Carpenter, and Walter Hunter.
Ella is survived by her daughter, Judy Nelson and husband, Gary, of
Webb City; and two grandsons, Roger Nelson and his wife, Lisa Housh Nelson, of
Webb City, Michael Nelson and fiancé,
Tonya Blankenship, of Carthage.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 28, 2019 at
1:00 pm, in the chapel of Simpson Funeral Home in Webb City with Pastor Ted
Atnip officiating. Burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Carthage, Jasper
Co., MO, Obituary
The Carthage Press, (MO) Date: May 8, 2015
Joan Evelyn (Wilkerson) Blankenship passed away amidst a room full of family
and love on May 6, 2015 at the age of 75. She was a lifelong resident of
Carthage. She was born on May 5, 1940 and attended Carthage High School.
Joan, who was lovingly known as GG to her grandchildren and most
others, worked at Juvenile Shoe Factory and retired from Flex-OLaters. She
married David Blankenship on Dec. 31, 1956, who preceded her in
death after 58 years of marriage. She was a very passionate St. Louis Cardinals
fan but loved watching sports of any kind. Joan never met a stranger and loved
to talk to anyone about anything. She was loving and selfless, and her family
always came first in her life. While her family grieves her loss, they rejoice
in knowing that she has been reunited with the love of her life.
Joan was preceded in death by parents, Clifford and Rosie Daron;
and brother, Wayne Wilkerson.
Joan is survived by three sons,
Wyatt Blankenship , Lane Blankenship
and Scott Blankenship ; one daughter,
April Greathouse; two daughters in-law, Jennifer
Blankenship and Genie Blankenship ; one son in-law, Curtis Greathouse; one
brother, Jerry Wilkerson; one sister, Margaret Poteet; 14 grandchildren, Jana Smith, Chaunda Sarley, Russell Blankenship , Derek Blankenship ,
Alex Blankenship , J. R. Maggard, Tara Chittim, Dillon Blankenship , Madison Blankenship
, Brook Hudgins, Matthew Tomiello, Ashley Arrowood, Jason Vineyard and Destinee
Greathouse; 23 great grandchildren with one more on the way, and many nieces,
nephews and friends.
Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at Ulmer Funeral
Home Chapel. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Carthage, Jasper
Co., MO, Obituary
The Joplin Globe, (MO) - February 28, 2016
Donald Lee Blankenship, 79, of Carthage, Mo., passed at 8:42 p.m., Feb. 26, 2016, Friday
evening, in Lamar, [Barton Co.,] Mo. Don was born June 22, 1936, in
Carthage, to Harold Burton Blankenship and Bessie "Tacker" Blankenship .
Don was a lifetime area resident of Carthage. He was owner of
Blankenship Insurance Agency (American Family) for 36 1/2 years. He retired
from there in September of 2008, then became a
full-time farmer and rancher. Don was a member of the Mount Hope Church of
Christ, in Webb City Mo. Don was also a member of the Missouri Extension
Council-Leaders Honor Roll and had served in the Cub Scouts as a scout leader
for several years
Don married Grace Roene Copeland on Aug. 29, 1970, in Mullinville,
Kan.; she survives. Don is also survived by three sons, Adam
Blankenship, of Carthage, Joel Blankenship, of Diamond Mo., and Bryan Blankenship, of LaComb La.; one daughter, Beth Anne Woods, of Pennsacola Fla.; one sister Betty
Harshaw, of Carthage; 15 grandkids, Jerl,Paige,
Lexi,Mason, Raegan, Tyler, Kelly, Heidi,Jeffery, Priscilla, Sarah, Faith, Josh,
Lynsi and Evan; 10 great-grandkids; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Don was preceeded in death by a sister, Joy Crusa, in April 2015; and also by his
parents.
Funeral services will be 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 29, at Mount Hope
Church of Christ, in Webb City. A private family committal will be held at a
later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Carthage, Jasper
Co., MO, Obituary
The Carthage Press, (MO) - June 15, 2016
Betty Doris Harshaw, 89, Carthage, MO, passed away Saturday
morning, June 11, 2016 at Carthage Health and Rehab, Carthage. Betty Matthews
was born June 26, 1926 in Arkansas to the late Arthur W. Matthews and Bessie Lee (Tacker) Blankenship.
She was a graduate of Carthage High School, Class of 1944. She
later became a member of the sorority Beta Sigma Phi. Betty worked as a
secretary for the local newspaper. Betty married Jack Raymond Harshaw on August
21, 1954 in Carthage, MO; he preceded her in death on Sept. 29, 2008. She was a
member of the First Baptist Church, Carthage, Mo.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one brother, Don Blankenship, and one sister, Joy Crusa.
Survivors include a sister-in-law,
Grace Blankenship, Carthage, MO; a niece, Beth Ann Woods,
Pensacola, Fla; nephews, Adam Blankenship, Carthage, Joel Blankenship, Carthage, Mike Crusa, Ariz., Jerry Crusa, Ariz., Bryan Blankenship, Lacombe, La; and numerous cousins.
A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, June 16, 2016 at
Park Cemetery, Carthage. Minister Victor Knowles will officiate. Inurnment will
follow the service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Carthage, Jasper
Co., MO, Obituary
The Joplin Globe, (MO) - November 2, 2017
Phillip Wayne Blankenship, 82, went to the land of milk and honey on Tuesday, October 31,
2017, at his home, surrounded by his five children. He was born on March 22,
1935, in Carthage, MO, to Leonard
Harry Blankenship Sr. and Fern Louise "Thomas" Blankenship.
Phillip was a lifelong resident of Carthage and worked as a
salesman for over 40 years at M. C. Jackson's and Rogers Office Products. He
never really retired, but kept busy with several entrepreneurial endeavors
until he took ill this past summer. It became apparent to his children over the
summer how quietly he assisted those less fortunate than himself during his
life. He always saw the best in everyone, discounting any undesirable
attributes. Phillip was dearly loved by his children, grandchildren,
great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many friends who enriched his 82 years
of life.
Phillip was united in marriage to Delores LaDene Hall on July 2,
1954, in Carthage. They were married for 28 years and had five children.
Phillip was preceded in death by both parents; two brothers, Leonard Harry Blankenship Jr. and David Harold Blankenship; and one sister, Mary Lou Gipson.
Phillip is survived by one son,
Thomas Wayne Blankenship ; four daughters, Tia Marie Strait (Tom), Teresa Lynn Blankenship , Tonya Diane Blankenship and Trudy
LaDene Blankenship , all of Carthage; and one sister, Margaret
JoAnne Faucett, of Burlington,
KS. He is also survived by nine grandchildren,
Tara "Strait" Cross, Tristian Strait, Toby Buckner, Jessica Blankenship, Zachary Waggoner, Gabrielle Godinez,
Victoria Palmer, Chelsea
Blankenship, and Patrick Blankenship; as well as 13 great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 4, at First
Church of the Nazarene, in Carthage.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Carthage, Jasper
Co., MO, Obituary
The Joplin Globe, (MO) - July 26, 2018
Bill J. Crabtree, 84, passed away Friday, July 20, 2018, at Freeman
Hospital, in Joplin, Mo. Bill was born Jan. 3, 1934, in Davin, WV, to Jake and Mary "Blankenship" Crabtree.
Bill was a resident of Kansas City, MO. for many years, then returned to the southwest Missouri area. He has been a
resident of Carthage, MO. since 2002. He served in the United States Army from
1956 to 1958. After his military service, he became an electrical lineman. Bill
was a 50-year member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers in
the Kansas City area, a Scottish Rite Mason, and a member of the United
Methodist Church, in Carterville, Mo. He loved to be outdoors, fishing and
hunting whenever possible.
Bill was preceded in death by one son, Billy Crabtree Jr.; one
stepson, Barry Duncan; and one grandchild.
Bill was united in marriage to Carolyn "Northup" on Sept.
7, 1982, in Miami, OK. She survives. He is also survived by two step sons, Joe
Naberhaus, of Springfield, IL, and Kent Offill, of Kansas City, MO; two step
daughters, Lisa Ragain, of Webb City, and Lori Boles, of Hillsboro, OR; one
brother, Dan Crabtree, of Oskaloosa, KS; four sisters, Mescal Spurlock, of
Independence, MO, Sid Terry, of Davin, Linda Greene, of Basehor, KS, and Wilma
Blatt, of Huntington, WV; one daughter-in-law, Cheryl Crabtree; 18
grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Friday, July 27, at Ulmer Funeral
Home, in Carthage. Burial will be at Park Cemetery, in Carthage.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census,
Triadelphia District, Logan Co., WV,
Crabtree, Jake 34, M, WV, Head,
Crabtree, Mary 29, F, WV, Wife,
Crabtree, Mescal 10, F, WV, Dau,
Crabtree,
Sillian 08, F, WV, Dau,
Crabtree, Billy 06, M, WV, Son,
Crabtree, Wilma 02, F, WV, Dau,
Crabtree, George 19, M, WV, Brother,
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7CT-24Z
2015, Joplin, Jasper Co., MO, Obituary
The Joplin Globe, (MO) Date: March 17, 2015
Frances V. Smith, age 81, of Joplin, Mo., passed away Wednesday,
March 11, 2015, at the Joplin Health and Rehabilitation. She was born on Oct.
12, 1933, in Crockett, Texas, the daughter of Delbert and Daisy May
"Mills" Minter.
Frances was a housewife raising her children. She was a member of
the Pentecostal Church of God, and played the accordion for a gospel group
called the Brothers and Sisters. Frances was loved and will be missed by many.
Frances was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by two daughters,
LeAnn Blankenship and husband,
Steve, of Joplin and Penny Smith, of Joplin; a
brother, Billy Way Minter, of Crockett; two sisters, Ester Sue Due and husband
Grady, of Pearland, Texas and Betty Bloom, of Alamogordo, N.M.; three
grandchildren, Crystal, Ryan and Sammy Joe; and a great grandchild, Gabe.
A celebration of life will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, March
28, at the Cunningham Park, 24th and Maiden Lane, Joplin, Mo. A memorial
service will be held at a later date, in Crockett.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Joplin, Jasper
Co., MO, Obituary
https://masonwoodard.com/book-of-memories/2406830/blankenship-marie/obituary.php
Marie B. Blankenship, age 95 of
Joplin, Mo, passed away February 28, 2016 at Mercy Hospital Joplin. She was
born on September 10, 1920 in Smithland IA, the daughter of Verlin and Jennie
“Dicus” Admire.
Marie was a homemaker raising her two
children Thomas and Terri. She loved shopping and especially her grandkids.
She married Thomas Blankenship on February 2,
1939 in Columbus, KS he preceded her in death on February 29, 2000. She was
also preceded in death by her parents, five sisters: Margaret Dennen, Deloris
Tapp, Martha Norris, Mildred Smith and infant sister Marian Admire.
Survivors include a son Thomas Blankenship and wife Sharon
S. of Webb City, MO, a daughter Terri Hamilton of Carl Junction, Mo, a sister
Maxine Brubaker of Bella Vista, AR, five grandchildren, seven great
grandchildren and three great great grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00
pm, Wednesday, March 2, 2016, in the Forest Park Cemetery. Mason-Woodard
Mortuary & Crematory.
+2017, Joplin, Jasper
Co., MO, Obituary
The Joplin Globe, (MO) - November 15, 2017
Richard Arthur Norton, age 83, Joplin, MO, passed away on Sunday,
November 12, 2017, at the Joplin Gardens. He was born March 20, 1934, in
Joplin, son of the late Marion A. Norton and Barbara L. Blankenship Norton.
Richard graduated from Joplin High School, in 1952, where he was
the class president. He has remained active with the class activities and
reunions. He then attended Central Methodist University, in Fayette, MO. During
his freshman and sophomore years he worked as a fishing guide at Yellowstone
Lake, in Yellowstone National Park. He began working at the age of 11, where he
had a rural paper route which he delivered twice a day (Joplin Globe and Joplin
News Herald). He was always working, and later worked with Kresge, in Kansas
City, and became a manager for them at the age of 19. He graduated from Dallas
Institute of Mortuary Science, in Dallas, TX, and worked for Spartman-Brand
Funeral Home, in Dallas, Meadors Funeral Home, in Centralia, MO, and finally
with Duncan Funeral Home, in Mountain View, Mo. He returned to Joplin in 1960,
and worked as a claims adjuster for Western Insurance, with the Jasper County
Sheriff's Department as a deputy, jailer, and assistant U.S. Marshall, he then
worked for Joplin Job Services as a personnel manager, he worked for five years
at Eagle-Picher, then F.A.G. Bearing, Modine Manufacturing, and Ace Electric.
In 1977 he built Frontier Market, in Airport Drive, which he and his wife ran
until 1985. He also began International Tours with his son in 1983, retiring in
1998.
Richard was an active member of First United Methodist Church, of
Joplin, the TriM Sunday school class, and was a talented bass singer with the
Chancellor Choir and sanctuary singers. He was involved with many facets of the
church over the years. He was a member of the Joplin Kiwanis Club, Carl
Junction Lions Club, Joplin Jaycees, where he held
several offices, and was honored as Key Man of the Year. He was a Scout Master
for years with Troop #70 of Carl Junction, was a member of the Board of
Trustees for Airport Drive, and was a multiple term member of the Carl Junction
School Board, was a Board member of the Ozark Mental Health Association, board
member for the Joplin Sheltered Workshop, former board member of Ozark
Methodist Manor and a member of the Joplin Chamber of Commerce, plus many other
organizations in the Joplin area.
In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his
sister, Phyllis Ann Marlow, who died October 8, 2000; and a grandson, William
Richard "Will" Norton, who died May 22, 2011.
Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Laveda Owens Norton; son,
Mark Norton and wife, Trish, of Joplin; daughter, Tracey Norton Presslor and
husband, Jeff, of Carl Junction; grandchildren, Sara Oserowsky and husband,
Grant, Matthew Henson, and Dillon Presslor.
Funeral services will be Saturday, November 18, at 2 p.m. at First
United Methodist Church, with Pastor Bob Howard and Pastor Roger Nichols
officiating. Interment will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, Galena Twp.,
Jasper Co., MO,
Norton, Marion 34, M, KS, Head,
Norton, Barbara 30, F, MO, Wife,
Norton, Phyllis 07, F, MO, Dau,
Norton, Richard 06, M, MO, Son,
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7QR-W6P
+2018, Joplin, Jasper Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Darrel-Blankenship-106648182
Darrel Blankenship,
August 3, 1939 - December 6, 2018, Joplin, Missouri
Darrel was a veteran of the United States Army
No formal services are planned at this time.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Joplin, Jasper Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.parkermortuary.com/obituary/darrel-dean-blankenship?lud=A215DAA8490BAF503D2C1D71EDF2D3D0
Darrel Dean Blankenship, age 79, Joplin,
passed away at 10:50 p.m. Thursday, December 6, 2018 at his home after an
illness. He was born August 3, 1939 in El Dorado, Missouri.
Darrel had lived in the Joplin area most
of his life. He worked as a truck driver for Kelley Trucking, LLC and PFT
Roberson, Inc. for many years. He loved the outdoors. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting. He was
a veteran of the United States Army.
Darrel married Patricia Ann
Blankenship on June 30, 2001 in Nevada. She preceded him in death on February 26,
2018.
Survivors include his children, Jaime Shaffer and
husband, Steve, Carl Junction, Darrel James Blankenship and wife,
Heather, Weston, Missouri, Darrel Blankenship and wife, Kim, Clinton, Missouri,
Lisa Keith-Carter,
Dearborn, Missouri, Becky Kennon, Kearney, Nebraska, Juble
Blankenship and wife, Bobbi, Kansas City; step daughter, Angie G. Arnold, Freemont,
Nebraska; many grandchildren and many great grandchildren.
Darrel has been taken for cremation. No formal services are planned at this time.
2017, Sarcoxie, Jasper
Co., MO, Obituary
The Joplin Globe, (MO) - June 13, 2017
Lavetta "Pauline" Owens, age 83, passed away on June 9,
2017, at the Sarcoxie Nursing Center. She was born January 27, 1934, to John
Sanders and Esther Agan Sanders, in Sarcoxie, Missouri.
She married Joe H Owens on April 23, 1952. They were happily
married for 63 years. Pauline was a homemaker. She enjoyed reading, sewing,
cooking and most of all, spending time with her family.
Pauline was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Owens; brother,
Kenneth Sanders; son, John David Owens; and daughter, Joye Owens.
She is survived by daughters, Judy [Dale] Reber, Jayne [Mike]
Mahan, Janae [Tony] Wittenmeyer; son, Jeff Owens; grandsons, Jim [Heither] Reber, Joe [Alyssa] Reber, Matt [Echo]
Mahan, Shane Mahan, Russell [Candice]
Blankenship, Derek Blankenship, Jordan Owens, Tyler Owens and Christopher
Owens; granddaughters, Jodi [Frank] Provost, Chaunda [Scott] Sarley, Shelby
[Jared] Bartosh, and Harley Owens; as well as 27 great grandchildren and one
great-great grandchild.
Services will be held at Freedom Christian Fellowship Church in
Sarcoxie on Tuesday, June 13th at 1pm.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Webb City, Jasper Co., MO, Obituary
The Joplin Globe, (MO) - August 15, 2017
Cecil Lynn Blankenship (a.k.a Lynn, Cecil, CB, CL, son, dad), runner, snappy dresser,
artist, foodie, skilled cribbage and bridge player, and accomplished traveler,
died on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 in Surprise,
AZ at the age of 76 [1941].
Lynn loved to run, build/repair things, dance, roller skate, bowl, fish, swim, travel, read, create art, and play cards and
games. Lynn ran for the love of it and to win. From his early 30's, Lynn ran
nearly every day, competing in multiple full marathons, half marathons and iron
man competitions throughout his lifetime. In poor weather he ran on a treadmill
but he preferred to feel the outside wind on his face. Among his triumphs, he
lists first place in the men's Triathlon in Sun City Grand, AZ in 1999.
Lynn could build and repair anything. He was well rounded and was a
master stonemason and tile setter. His homes were adorned with many elaborate
and complex stone walls and patios. Lynn believed in having a triple stocked
tool box.
As a young man, Lynn taught ballroom dancing. He continued to love
music and dance throughout his life. He loved country music and going to
Broadway musicals. He was a member of the Dallas Theater Center for many years
and frequently visited the opera in Texas and Arizona. As a young father you
could find him on weekends at the skating rink in Carthage or the Bowl-a-Rama
in Joplin. Lynn loved to swim and dive. He taught his daughters to swim at
Grand Lake and at the bitterly cold, Atlas pool.
Lynn was a Stephen Minister and had a passion for bringing Christ's
love and care to people during their time of need by listening, supporting, and
encouraging.
Lynn loved to travel and was proud to say that he had been around
the world 2 times. His travels lead him throughout Europe including Germany,
England, France, Ireland, Scotland, Italy, and Switzerland with his love Linda
on five different trips. He particularly loved France. He visited Australia and
Canada in the 70's for work and hunting. He traveled to Costa Rica with two of
his daughters in 2008, visiting volcanoes and zip lining through the
rainforest. He cruised to Alaska. When he and Linda bought an RV several years
ago, he missed only a handful of states in his US travels.
Lynn had a great love of the written word and he instilled that
love of reading in his children. He chiefly loved mysteries and historical
fiction and anything by Daniel Silva. A Little Free Library
https://littlefreelibrary.org/ is being constructed in Tallahassee, Florida by
his granddaughter Ava to honor her grandpa (sure could use some help from her
grandpa building this).
Lynn collected southwestern themed art. He, himself, painted and
for a short time took a stab at stained glass. When he painted a cottage scene
in the early 70's and not liking his own work threw it away, his daughter
became obsessed in the 90's with his recreating the painting from her memory. He
painted the cottage and it not being perfectly what she remembered, she mailed
it back. He painted the cottage again with the same result. On the third try,
when the painting came his daughter was sure that he could read minds. The
painting hangs in her office today.
Bridge, board games, dominoes, cribbage...you name it, Lynn loved
it. People fought over who would be his bridge partner. It might have been his
knack for math that made him a superior bridge player. He was taught cribbage
by his grandfather Stalnaker.
He had a life-long love affair with food. He loved all seafood,
especially anything Italian. Living in Texas and Arizona he developed a love
for Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine and all things spicy. His favorite candy was
chocolate covered raisins but chocolate covered macadamia nuts were a close
second. Celery and bell peppers were on his avoid list.
A long-time employee of Atlas Powder Company, Lynn started working
in the lab as a young man and worked many positions at Atlas including
supervisor of the powder line and quality assurance. He attended Webb City
schools and graduated from Webb City High School in 1958. He received his
Bachelors of Science degree in Chemistry from Missouri Southern State College
in 1969.
He is preceded in death by his father
Lynn (Pinky) Blankenship, Billie Beagles, brother-in-law Ted
Baggett, Marty Blankenship, and grandson, Paul Dickson.
The women in his life were numerous. He loved his mother Billie Alleen Jeanette Stalnaker Blankenship Beagles and his sister Debra Jean
Baggett. He was blessed to have married
two great loves, Linda Ann
Ferguson Blankenship (29 years married) and Sarah Martha Leib Blankenship (24 years married). He adored his children, Julia
Lynne Blankenship (Joel
Thornton), Leslie Jane Guarino (Bobby), Sarah M'Lee Blankenship, Lara Nicole Shaw (Justin), Kirstin E. Webster, Kyndall
Lynn Burroughs, and Matthew
David Young (Emily).
He is survived by 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
We thank dad for teaching us many things including how to: and when
to use the big spoon or little spoon; mix oil paints; fish; float on our backs
and swim; select a quality hammer and proper screwdriver; identify more than 30
edible fungus; and change a clutch, oil and brakes. We value that he taught us
the importance of keeping our bodies fit. We appreciate his: common sense,
enthusiasm, practical knowledge, that he was a dreamer who thought BIG, and
that he believed that he was responsible for what he said, NOT for what people
understood. We are thankful that he got to travel extensively. We love that he
was a humble man.
Cecil Lynn Blankenship will be laid to rest at Osborne Memorial
Cemetery in Joplin, Missouri.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Webb City, Jasper
Co., MO, Obituary
The Joplin Globe, (MO) - September 9, 2017
Catherine Louise Marsh of Webb City, Mo., age 87, was taken by her
Lord and Savior to be with Him in his heavenly home on Friday, September 08,
2017, surrounded by her loving family. She was the oldest daughter of Alvin and
Mabel Newby, born in Webb City, on July 24, 1930.
She had six younger sisters and three younger brothers. She grew up
and attended school in Webb City. She graduated from Webb City High School, in
1948. With the help of her sister she moved to Pasadena, Calif., and began work
with Bell Telephone Company as an operator. Other siblings followed, Lorene,
Doris, Deloris, JoAnn, Marylou, Shirley, Gale, Stanley, and David. They were a
close family that loved and helped each other as much as they could.
In Long Beach, Calif., she met and married Roger David Marsh on
March 3, 1956. When Roger retired from the United States Marine Corps, in 1973,
the family moved back to Webb City. She was active raising her sons and
daughters. She helped with Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts. She helped with Sunday
school classes at Oronogo Methodist Church for many years. She worked at Sears,
in Joplin, for 17 years. Never one to sit down, she worked
part- time at the Webb City Junior High lunch room. For 25 years she
helped organize and run Mining Days, in Webb City. She started her active
membership with the Order of Eastern Stars, Oronogo, Mo., on September 10,
1975, and has been a member for 42 years She was
Worthy Matron in 1981 and 1993. She was active with the American Legion Auxiliary
Post #322, of Webb City, for 35 years, helping with their bingo night and
pancake breakfasts and other fund raisers over the years.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
daughter, Patricia Phillips, in 1952 and her husband, Roger Marsh, on June 17,
2008.
Survivors include her two sons, Roger Scott Marsh and wife,
Irmgard, of Macon, Mo., and Tony David Marsh and wife, Monica, of Joplin, Mo.;
two daughters, Rhonda Jo Frisby and
husband, Richard, of Webb City, and Teresa Kay Marsh and Matthew Blankenship, of Oronogo. She also has 11 grandchildren
and 23 great-grandchildren, with one great-great-grandchild expected.
Memorial services will be held on Monday, September 11, at 2 p.m.
in the chapel of Simpson Funeral Home, in Webb City. The family will do a
private burial next to her late husband in Carl Junction Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Jefferson
+2016, Arnold, Jefferson
Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Todd-E.-Blankenship-103702336
Todd E. Blankenship,
of Arnold, Missouri, October 25, 1966 - June 21, 2016
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday June 28 at the
Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry in St. Louis County. Burial is in
the Memorial Park Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Arnold, Jefferson
Co., MO, Obituary
Todd E. Blankenship, 49, of Arnold
died June 21, 2016, in St. Louis. Mr. Blankenship was born Oct. 25,
1966, in St. Louis, the son of the late Larry Blankenship and Mearl (Fair) Blankenship, who died June
22.
He is survived by two brothers: Larry “Ty”
(Pamela) Blankenship of Arnold and Royce (Lacinda) Blankenship of south St. Louis County; and several
nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, cousins and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m.
Tuesday, June 28, at the Kutis South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry, in St.
Louis County. Burial is in the Memorial Park Cemetery.
+2016, Arnold, Jefferson
Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Mearl-L.-Blankenship-103702335
Mearl L. Blankenship,
of Arnold, Missouri, July 14, 1940 - June 22, 2016
She was married to Larry.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday June 28 at the
Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry in St. Louis County. Burial is in
the Memorial Park Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Arnold, Jefferson
Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.kutisfuneralhomes.com/3176
Mearl L. Blankenship, 75, of Arnold
died June 22, 2016, in Arnold. Born July 14, 1940, in New Madrid, she was the
daughter of the late Alpheus Fair and Lydia Graham.
Mrs. Blankenship was a homemaker and a
member of Compton Heights Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband:
Larry
M. Blankenship; a son: Todd Blankenship.
She is survived by two sons: Larry “Ty”
(Pamela) Blankenship of Arnold and Royce (Lacinda) Blankenship of south St. Louis County; seven grandchildren:
Christopher Wall and Morgan, Tylar, Kennedy, Carsen, Avery and Gideon Blankenship; two brothers:
Charles (Faye) Fair of Mississippi and twin brother Vearl (Sandy) Fair of
Festus.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m.
Tuesday, June 28, at the Kutis South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry, in St.
Louis County. Burial is in the Memorial Park Cemetery.
SSDI: Blankenship,
Larry M., 55, 29Nov1944 - 06May2000, Sedalia, Pettis, MO, MO-499-48-5027
+2018, Arnold, Jefferson
Co., MO Obituary
Robert S. Blankenship, 58, of Arnold died Oct. 1, 2018, in St. Louis. He was born, May
12, 1960, in Phoenix AZ. He was the son of the late Marian (Leutchman) and Phillip Blankenship.
Mr. Blankenship was a former service manager in the auto industry.
He was preceded in death by a brother:
Phil (Carol); and a sister: Mary Beth.
He is survived by his wife: Sandra Schrader; a son: Brad
(Courtney) Blankenship of
Eureka; two grandchildren: Elle Olivia Blankenship and Beau Parker Blankenship; and a sister: Pamela (Mike) Powell of Kansas City.
A funeral service will be held at 11 am, Thursday, Oct. 4, at Kutis
Funeral Home, 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd., in south St. Louis County, officiated by Dwight Blankenship. Burial is in the Shepherd Hills Cemetery
in Barnhart.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Johnson
+2018, Olathe, Johnson
Co., MO, Obituary
The Mansfield Mirror, (MO) - June 6, 2018
Robert "Bob" Medley Towe, Jr., passed away Monday May 28
at Cox Medical Center in Springfield,
[Greene Co., MO] at the age of 88. Bob was born in Olathe
on October 5, 1929 to Robert Medley Towe Sr. and Thelma (Anderson) Towe.
Bob and Jessie Opal Hull were married on May 8, 1946, and lived in Olathe
throughout their marriage, except for one year in Iowa. Together they had four
children: Wayne, Cheryl, Vicki, and Rick. Bob had a dairy operation for many
years and also drove a milk route. He worked at the Carnation Mlk Plant in
Seymour for years until it closed. He then became a field man for Md-America
Dairy until he retired in 1995. He was a member of the Norwood Masonic Lodge
for 65 years. Bob enjoyed hard work, often doing the jobs of men much younger
than he was. However, his greatest joy was being with family and friends. He
loved holding babies and entertaining people with stories. He will be missed by
many.
Bob was preceded in death by his son Wayne Towe; grandson Gregory
Steffens; son-in-law Bobby Blankenship ; great-grandson, Brandon Pham; and
sisters Iris Jean Childs, Margaret Towe, and Dolores Towe.
Bob is survived by Opal, his beloved wife of 72 years; daughters, Cheryl (Tom) Steffens of
Kansas City and Vicki
Blankenship of Mansfield; son
Rick (Kathy) Towe of Stafford; daughter-in-law, Nancy Towe of Rogers, Arkansas;
and sister Karen (Bob) Sanders of Springfield. He is also survived by twelve
grandchildren: Kristi Towe, Holly (Dan) Allan, Terry Towe (Cammy Le), Brenden
(Dina) Steffens, Tim (Christina) Steffens, Stephanie (Blaine) Hague, Mela-nie
(Mchael) Upshaw, Ashley (Brandon) Mo-zley, Adam (Tami) Towe, Chelsea Towe (Matt
Mayberry), Aleya (Chris) Siegismund, and Mariya (Zac) Cain; and twenty-six
great-grandchildren: Sarah Towe; Mackenzie and Grant Allan; Riley Towe, Brian
Le, and Bruce and Tiffany Pham; Rocco and Nino Steffens; Jeremy, Haley, and
Anthony Steffens; Blaire and Blythe Hague; Jonah Clenney and Christopher
Upshaw; Blake and Andrew Mozley; Riley and Alyssa Towe and Eli and Ethan
Browning; Gracie and Lucas Mayberry and Xander Mayberry; and Josie Cain.
Funeral services were at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 1 at Mansfield
Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Interment followed at Fairview Cemetery at
Olathe in Douglas County. Services were Friday, June 1 at 10:30 a.m. in
Mansfield Cumberland Presbyterian Church with Reverend Larry Scott officiating.
Music was provided by Larry and Barbara Scott. Musical selections were "In
the Garden" and "Where the Roses Never Fade". Final resting
place was in Fairview Cemetery. Escorts were Tom Steffens, Tim Steffens,
Brenden Steffens, Adam Towe, Mike Upshaw, and Blake Mozley
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Warrensburg, Johnson Co., MO, Funeral
Published in Kansas City Star on June 14,
2019
Albert E. Blankenship, 88 of Warrensburg, MO died June 11, 2019.
Service 2 pm, June 15, 2019, at First Baptist Church at
Higginsville. Burial at Warrensburg Memorial Gardens Cem.
Arrg. Williams Funeral Chapel in
Warrensburg.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Warrensburg, Johnson Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.williamsfuneralchapel.net/obituary/albert-blankenship
Albert E. Blankenship, 88 of
Warrensburg, Missouri passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at Meyer Care Center
at Higginsville, [Lafayette Co., MO]. He was born August 28, 1930 at Lexington,
Tennessee; son of Ferrell Ellis Blankenship and Una Estella (Howell) Blankenship.
Albert was an engineer with the Army
National Guard in Tennessee. In 1951, He joined the United States Air Force and
served in both the Koran and Vietnam Wars. He was united in marriage to Bennie Ray Easterly October 7, 1958 at Little Rock, Arkansas. Albert did his
basic training at Wichita Falls, Texas.
He served at Little Rock, Arkansas; Seville, Spain; Great Falls,
Montana; Castle AFB, California and Vanderburg AFB, California, from which he
retired in 1972. Upon retiring, he
resided at Union, Missouri for a brief time prior to moving to Warrensburg in
1973. Albert started teaching at CMSU in 1990.
On February 7, 2004, he was united in marriage to Beverly Wilson in Warrensburg.
Albert loved to build and fly Radio Controlled Model Air Craft. He was an avid gardener. He was known for his flower gardens as well
as his large fruit and vegetable garden.
Albert took such as interest in gardening due to being raised on a
Tennessee farm.
Albert was preceded in death by his first
wife, Bennie; second wife, Beverly; three brothers: Alvin, Johnny and Hugh and two sisters:
Butaw Middleton and Bonnie Patton.
Survivors include two sons: John Blankenship of Seattle, WA
and Phil
(Michaela) Blankenship of Savannah, GA; daughter: Andrea (Scott) Van
Genderen of St. Louis, MO; nine grandchildren and several nieces and
nephews.
Funeral Services will be 2:00 pm,
Saturday, June 15, 2019, at First Baptist Church in Higginsville with Pastor
Greg Fine officiating. Interment will follow at Warrensburg Memorial Gardens
Cemetery with Full Military Honors provided by Whiteman AFB Honor Guard. Williams Funeral Chapel in Warrensburg.
Knox
2018, Hurdland, Knox Co., MO, Obituary
Kirksville Daily Express (MO) - July 12, 2018
Anna Lea Sykes age 95 of Hurdland went to be with her Lord on
Sunday, July 8, 2018. She was born at home in Macon County on January 18, 1923,
the daughter of Irvin and Blanche Hatfield.
She was raised in Sue City, MO. She was married to John Woodrow
Sykes of Hurdland on December 21, 1941 and he preceded her in death on July 11,
2010. Anna Lea and Woodrow farmed south of Hurdland for 65 years until his
death. She loved him with all her heart!!! She remained on the farm until her
health began to fail several years ago when she moved in with her daughter
& son-in-law next door.
Anna Lea loved being a mother, a farm wife and was a devout
Christian. She especially loved gardening and always had a huge & lovely
garden as well as flowers that she loved to share with others. She always had
enough canned food in her cellar to feed the whole neighborhood if it became
necessary. She grew up in a large family in the depression so she always wanted
to make sure there was extra food put up so no one she knew would go hungry.
She was a fabulous cook, seamstress and nursemaid to various baby chickens,
pigs, calves and pets. Many cold winter nights there were an assortment of
animal babies barricaded behind our oil heater while she was trying to keep
them all alive. She also LOVED children and not just her own. She would
volunteer to have nieces and nephews out to the farm for 2 or 3 weeks at a time
and she enjoyed every minute of it! She was a very faithful member of the
Hurdland Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School,
helped in every summer Bible School and took numerous car loads of kids to
church summer camp every summer. She loved the Lord and served Him all her life
and she was so loved by all her family and friends.
Preceding her in death was one daughter, Brenda Kay Sykes who died
at the age of 3 days, daughter-in-law Keetha Sykes and one grandson Jeremy
Sykes; her parents Irvin and Blanche Hatfield and 3 brothers: Hugh & Betty
Hatfield, Dwight Hatfield and Lowell & Evelen Hatfield. Also
brothers-in-law Teed and Ruby Sykes, Clarence & Bernice Sykes, Chester
& Evelene Sykes, Carlyle Sykes and sister Mary & Joe Paul.
Anna Lea is survived by their three children, Anita & Steve
Dixson and Rex & Keetha (deceased) Sykes of Hurdland and Marla & Gary
Holt of Florence, MT. Surviving grandchildren
are Shane & Dana Dixson and Shannon & Anita Parsons Dixson of Columbia,
Charity & Paul Chia of Castaic, CA, Tiffany & Wes Blankenship of Gibbs, Pam Sykes of Kirksville, Uriah
& Roberta Yager of Clancy, MT, Jacob & Rebecca Yager of Cannonsburg, PA
and Nehemiah & Ashlea Yager of Cheyenne, OK, Adam & Keli Fulton of
Hillsboro and Allison Fulton of Columbia. Surviving great grandchildren are Trinity, Faith & Caleb Dixson, Austin
Sykes, Levi & Zoe Blankenship, Skyli Chia ,Sam & Faith Yager, Tristan & Cora Yager, Elise
Yager and Adalyn & Reed Fulton. Also surviving is one brother Van and Bev
Hatfield of Emmetsburg, IA and four sisters, Zella and Cecil (deceased) Rudd of
Kirksville, Lodema and Kenneth (deceased) Kirkpatrick of Ottumwa, Mable and
Bill Cain of Thibodaux, LA, and Theo & Dale (deceased) Ely of Kirksville
and two sisters-in-law Dolores Hatfield of Spencer, IA and Minnie Sykes of
Kirksville as well as a large number of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 2pm Saturday, July 14, 2018 at the
Davis-Playle Hudson Rimer Funeral Home in Kirksville. Reverend Robert Harrison
will officiate the service with Reverend Robert Shobe
assisting. Burial will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery at Hurdland, MO. Casket
bearers will be her grandsons.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Laclede
+2015, Falcon, Laclede
Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.shadelscolonialchapel.com/sitemaker/memsol.cgi?user_id=1525128
Funeral services for J. W. Blankenship
age sixty-eight of Falcon, Missouri will be Friday February 27, 2015 at 10:00
a.m. at Shadel's Colonial Chapel. Burial to follow at New
Home Cemetery. Born: October 4, 1946; Died: February 23, 2015 in
Springfield, Missouri.
He was a Self Employeed Cement Finisher, Liked Fishing And Hunting,
Survivors include; Spouse,
Alice Lillian Grice Blankenship; Son
James Eugene Blankenship; Daughters,
Stephanie Blankenship, Tracy Kreeb &
her husband Joseph, Shasta J.
Blankenship; Brother Jack Blankenship & his wife Jacqueline; Sister
Fay King; Grandchild, Alexis, Sydney, Kelissee,
Lorissa, Hunter, Trapper,
Preceded in Death By; Father,
Darris Eugene Blankenship, Mother,
Leona Coursey Blankenship; Brothers,
Phillip Blankenship, Ricky Blankenship, David Blankenship, Sister
Beverly Gillis.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Lebanon, Laclede Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.shadelscolonialchapel.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1652825
Susan Ann Jones, age sixty-six of Lebanon, Missouri, passed away on
September 7, 2015, and entered her Heavenly home.
Susan made a profession of faith in Christ as a young girl and
united with Southern Heights Christian Church. Susan attended faithfully and as
often as she could, as long as her health allowed. The fellowship she shared
with her church family was very important to her. She appreciated their prayers
through the years. When she was no longer able to attend Southern Heights, she
looked forward to the church services provided by Lebanon North Nursing and
Rehab.
In her free time, Susan enjoyed completing word search puzzles and
coloring in her collection of coloring books. However, she most enjoyed
visiting with other residents. She would wheel herself up and down the halls
talking with each of them.
She leaves to celebrate her memory, her step mother, Ima Jean Jones
of Lebanon; one brother, James Jones and his wife Elsie of Morgan, MO; one
sister, Alice Jones of Kansas City, MO; three step brothers, Ron Blankenship and his
wife Victoria of Lebanon, MO, Bruce
Blankenship and his wife
Flecia of Northview, MO, and Harold
Blankenship and his wife
Kristy of Joplin, MO; several nieces and nephews; other relatives, church
family and friends.
Susan was preceded in death by her parents.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Step mother is Ima Jean Atchley, Widow
of Harold Dale Blankenship, Sr.
2016, Lebanon, Laclede
Co., MO, Obituary
The Lebanon Daily Record, (MO) - December 14, 2016
Willda L. Trent, 87 [1929], of Lebanon, died Tuesday morning, Dec. 13, 2016, at her
home in Lebanon.
She is survived by three daughters,
Minnie C. Blankenship, of Kerman, CA; Olive A. Thomas, of
Sacramento, CA and Willda A. Barber, of Lebanon; three sons, Rowland L. Trent,
of Fresno, CA; Audie O. Trent, of Tranquility, CA and Lonnie J. Trent, of
Independence; 11 grandchildren, a number of great-grandchildren,
step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; a sister, Rosa Marie Barber,
of Kansas City, and several nieces and nephews.
Arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by
Holman-Howe Funeral Home of Lebanon.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Lebanon, Laclede
Co., MO, Obituary
The Lebanon Daily Record, (MO) - January 25, 2017
Romie "R. J.'' Bingham, 91, of
Lebanon, died Sunday, Jan. 22, 2017, in Lebanon. He was born Oct. 15, 1925, to James Oscar
and Johanna Vinsand Bingham.
On Oct. 16, 1954, he married Irene Rhoads. Romie "R.J.''
Bingham was a tool and die maker and worked for
Detroit Tool for over 30 years.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Manuel and
Marlin Bingham, and two sisters,
Pauline Brown and Irene
Blankenship.
Survivors include one daughter, Nancy Snow, of Nixa; one brother,
Cleo Bingham, of Iowa; two granddaughters, Dena Myers and her ancee Vernon
Youngblood, and Kim Myers; great-grandchildren, Lindsi Jones and her husband,
Cody, Cory O'Quinn, Aftyn Massey and her ancee Jason Wacha, Baylee Grims and
her husband, Derrick and Ava Tandy; great-great-grandchildren, Hayden, Easton,
Ellie, Lexie, Halle, Soa, and Stella, and one grandson on the way, Wyatt; other
relatives and many friends.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017, at
Shadel's Colonial Chapel. Burial will be in Lebanon Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Lebanon, Laclede
Co., MO, Obituary
Ima Jean Jones, 87, Lebanon, Jan. 31, 1930 - Nov. 22, 2017
Ima is preceded in death by her parents; two husbands, Harold
Blankenship and Ulis Jones;
one son, Kenneth Blankenship; one grandson,
Matthew Blankenship; and one stepdaughter, Susan Jones.
Ima is survived by three sons,
Bruce Blankenship and his wife, Flecia, Northview, Ronald Blankenship and his wife, Victoria, Lebanon, and Harold Blankenship and his wife, Krysti, Joplin; two
stepchildren, James Jones (Elsie), Morgan, and Alice Jones, Kansas City; two
brothers, James Atchley, Lebanon, and Herbert “Pete” Atchley, Johnson City, Tenn.;
11 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; several
great-great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services were 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 27, at Shadel’s Colonial
Chapel in Lebanon. Burial will follow at Mt. Rose Memorial Park.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Lebanon, Laclede
Co., MO, Obituary
The Mansfield Mirror, (MO) - January 11, 2018
John David Cross Sr., son of Jess and Effie Slavens Cross, was born
September 14, 1939 near Eldridge, Missouri. He was taken into the Lord's care
Tuesday afternoon, January 2, 2018, at the age of 78 years.
John was born and raised in the Eldridge area. By the time he was
25, he had already started preaching, often going to different churches
wherever he was needed. He also began working at Detroit Tool in Lebanon as a
truck driver. He worked for Detroit Tool until his retirement 25 years later,
but he continued preaching after as much as possible.
John loved to read and couldn't put a book down once he picked it
up. He also like to visit with people, often pulling
in to parking lots just to ask how someone was doing that day. John especially
loved his bluegrass music. He would go to the Starvey Creek show every year and
any other get-together he could. Most importantly, John loved his family and
wanted to spend time with them as much as he could. He was a loving husband,
father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. We celebrate his
life and will always enjoy the many happy memories that he helped create.
John was united in marriage to Violet Delcour and spent 42 years
together before her passing in early 2017. He is also preceded in death by his;
his parents; a sister Rosalee Eads; two brothers, Earl Cross and Troy Cross;
and a grandson Lucas Blankenship.
John is survived by his son John Cross Jr. and his wife Beth, of
Westphalia, Missouri; his daughter Bonita of Fulton, Missouri; six
grandchildren, Brian, Bradley and his wife Aubreanna, Cole and his wife
Genevieve, Stanley, Kristen, and Barbara; 15 great-grandkids; one brother, Joe
Cross of Lebanon, Missouri; and many nieces, nephews, and caring friends.
Services were Friday, January 5, 10:30 AM in Holman-Howe Chapel,
Hartville, Missouri with Reverend Gary Massey offciating. Music selections
included "Down to the River to Pray," by Allison Krauss,
"Southern Gospel Medley" by Anthem Lights, and "Amazing
Grace" by LeAnn Rimes. Burial was in New Home Cemetery in Wright County.
Escorts were Cole Cross, Mike Breeden, Elmer Lowry, Kurt Kilfoy, Joel Cravens,
and John Cross.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Lebanon, Laclede
Co., MO, Obituary
The Lebanon Daily Record, (MO) - May 10, 2018
Tommy Joe Lawson Sr., 80, of Lebanon, died Monday, May 7, 2018, in
Lebanon. He was born Oct. 4, 1937, in Laclede County, Mo. to William Opal and
Mary Lea Miles Lawson.
Tommy worked in the Electric Department for the City of Lebanon for
over 40 years until his retirement.
He was preceded in death by his parents; four sisters, Ruby
Johnson, Louise Alyea, Karen Allison, and Betty Lawson in infancy; two
brothers, Bill and Jackie Lawson.
Survivors include three sons, Greg Lawson and his wife, Kelli, of
Lebanon; Ronny Lawson, of Lebanon, and Tommy Joe Lawson Jr. and his wife,
Juanita Mae, of Phillips-burg; the mother of his children, Donna Lawson; one
brother, Jerry Lawson and his wife, Shirley, of Oregon; three sisters, Joan
Wright and her husband, Ron and Beverly Parker and her husband, George, all of
Oregon, and Patricia Oursborn and her husband, Dale, of Stoutland; ten grandchildren, Melissa Blankenship and her husband, Paul, Scott Lawson, Kayla Nivens and her
husband, Cory, Ronny Lawson Jr., Monica Lawson, Alecia Lawson, Mitchell Lawson,
Courtney Lawson, Garrett Lawson, and Kelsi Lawson; 13 great-grand-children,
several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many dear friends.
Funeral services for Tommy Joe Lawson Sr. will be held at 2 p.m.
Friday, May 11, 2018, at Shadel's Colonial Chapel. Burial will be in Lebanon
Cemetery, under the direction of Shadel's Colonial Chapel of Lebanon.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Lebanon, Laclede
Co., MO, Obituary
The Laclede County Record, (MO) - November 10, 2018
Hannah Emily Keeton, 68, of Lebanon, died Thursday morning, Nov 8,
2018, in her home in Lebanon. She was born June 25, 1950, in Lebanon, MO. to
Emil and Margaret Frances Long Digby, who preceded her in death.
Emily was united in marriage to Richard James "Rich'' Keeten. She was born and
raised in Lebanon, and then moved to Nebraska when she was 16 years old. In
addition to being a devoted homemaker to her family, she also worked as a
waitress and hostess for several years. She then made her home in Wyoming and
Montana for a number of years. In 2004, she retired and moved back to Lebanon.
She helped take care of her mother for a few years.
Survivors include her husband Richard "Rich,'' of the home; a daughter, Leanna Blankenship, of Great Falls, MT, two step-daughters,
Vicki Beam and Jennie White, of Omaha, Neb.; a number of grandchildren including Britney Blankenship
and several others; a number of great-grandchildren; two sisters, Renae Davis,
of Falcon, and Jerry Zebel, of Lebanon; and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service for Hannah Emily Keeton will be held at 2 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 12, 2018, in Holman-Howe Funeral Home with the Rev. Gary Sheets
officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Leann M.
Blankenship – b.1969 - Great Falls, MT: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K1QF-4X3
Relatives -
Britney Blankenship, Emily Blankenship.
+2019, Lebanon, Laclede
Co., MO, Obituary
The Laclede County Record, (MO) - June 1, 2019
Velma "Nadine'' Wallace, 92, of Lebanon, died Sunday afternoon, May 26, 2019, at Lebanon
South Nursing and Rehab in Lebanon. She was born Oct. 19, 1926, near Nebo, MO.
to Ezra and Mary Caroline
"Carrie'' Jones Blankenship.
She was raised in the Competition community, and attended
Competition School. After she and Lee were married, they made their home in
Springfield, where Nadine began working for the Lilly Tulip Company. She then
was employed by the Zenith Corporation for 25 years, and also served as a union
representative. Later, she volunteered at Hammons Heart Institute for several
years. In her spare time she enjoyed being outdoors where her favorite activity
was flshing. She also liked watching baseball games, horse racing, and was a
big fan of the Missouri State University Lady Bears. She also enjoyed growing
beautiful owers each year.
On Aug. 7, 1948, she married Lee Wallace, and they shared 49 years
before his passing on Aug. 15, 1997. She also was preceded in death by her
parents; six brothers, Phillip, Darris, Darrell, Billy, Dewayne, and Larry Blankenship, and two sisters,
Berniece and Doris.
Survivors include a brother,
Don Blankenship and his wife Doris, of Northmoor, MO. and
a sister, Lois Knudtson, of Springfield.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Sunday, June 2, 2019, at
Holman-Howe Funeral Home with the Rev. David Douglas officiating. Burial will
be in Mount Rose Memorial Park, under the care and direction of Holman-Howe
Funeral Home of Lebanon.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Lafayette
2016, Lake Lafayette, Lafayette Co., MO, Obituary
James “Dude” Cotter, Lake Lafayette, MO passed away December 11,
2016 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Blue Springs, [Jackson Co.,] MO from a short battle with cancer. James
was born on July 11, 1928 to J. Oswald and Letha Cotter.
Over the years, James retired two different times, the first being
on July 1, 1990 from Gas Service Company after 37 years. After being home for a
while, he quickly decided that retirement wasn’t his game and would work for
several years at Holiday Lakes. In 1999, he began driving for Oats, Inc.,
driving a bus for the Odessa Senior Center. For those close to James, this came
as a sheer shock. He was the perfect candidate: never a speeding ticket, never
an accident. The shock was more due to the fact that each trip into town or up
the highway, you knew exactly how he felt about any car passing him, how fast
they were going, what they were doing, how they were doing and on and on. Just
this past September, James retired a second time after 17 years. The stories he
would come home with were priceless and he truly received great satisfaction
from the people he served.
During his 88 years of life, James enjoyed many things: Saturday
night dancing, playing cards with neighbors and friends, woodworking and tools,
working and tinkering outside and helping around the lake community. He loved
watching TV and sports, especially the KC Chiefs, KC Royals or MU Tigers. He
loved those three teams, well it was more of a love/hate relationship, but no
matter how bad they were playing he watched till the end. It was always quite
clear that he and the t.v. remote were like best friends. There were times he
literally operated it in his sleep perfectly, flipping through channels on a
dime and the mute button worked like a jewel; any mention of the KU Jayhawks
and he would just look at the remote it seemed and the t.v fell silent.
On April 17, 1948, he married Thelma Eagleson and together celebrated
68 years of love, bliss and a little bickering where needed. James had two
children, a son Dennis in 1948 and 6 years later, a daughter, Terry, was born.
James was preceded in death by his mother and father; sisters
Josephine and Mary Jane; brother Bill and
Great-Granddaughter Nicole.
James is survived by his wife of the home; son Dennis (Judy),
Columbia, MO; daughter Terry Rathbone, Odessa, MO; Granddaughters Melissa Cotter, Broken Arrow, OK, Vanessa Blankinship, Lansing, KS; Staci (Jason) Close,
Wilmington, OH; Grandson Danny (Kelley) Logan, Higginsville, MO and Great-Grandchildren Brandon and Derrick
Bradshaw; Aubrey and Trey
Blankinship; Madison and Brody
Close; Landen, Jace and Tucker Logan; Sister Norma (Jay McConnville), Holden,
MO; Brother Gary (Shirley) Cotter, Belton, MO; two sister in laws, two brother
in laws and nieces and nephews.
James was a very simple, quiet, laid back man and never wanted to
be center of attention. Visitation will be held at Floral Hills Funeral Home,
KCMO on December 19 at 1pm with a short service following at 2pm.He wouldn’t
have wanted anyone to stand in the cold, snow or wind, therefore, no graveside
services. Burial will be at Floral Hills East Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers
are Troy and Scott Cotter; Billy McConnville; C.J Asbury; Joe Morgan
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Odessa, Lafayette Co., MO, Funeral
Published in Kansas City Star on Oct. 3, 2015
David Wayne Blankenship, 54, Odessa, formerly Independence, Mo., died Oct. 1, 2015.
Visit. 9:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, Meyers Funeral Chapel, Blue
Springs. Committal service to follow at Mt. Washington
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Odessa, Lafayette Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.meyersfuneralchapel.com/bluesprings/obituaries/2015/10/01/david-blankenship/
David Wayne Blankenship, 54, of Odessa,
MO and formerly of Independence, MO passed away Thursday, October 1, 2015 at
the University of Kansas Hospital. He was born on October 27, 1960 in Kansas
City, MO to Max Haynes and Elizabeth Miles.
David was an extremely hard worker and
spent the majority of his working years in the construction business. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and working
around the yard. David was an extremely
thoughtful person and always placed the needs of others first. He loved
spending time with his girls and grandchildren.
Survivors include his two daughters,
Sarah
Tessie Marcase (Thomas) of Cutler Bay, FL and Rachel Ann Blankenship of Independence,
MO; his dear friend and mother of his children, Marla Blankenship of Independence,
MO; 10 siblings, Karen Taylor, Betty Trickett, Tom Taylor, Ronald Blankenship, Gary Blankenship, Robert Blankenship, Gordon Blankenship, Max Haynes,
Cindy Haynes and Steven Haynes; and four grandchildren, Hailey Douglas,
David Douglas, Michael Holman and Aiden Blankenship.
He was preceded in death by his parents
and an infant sister.
A gathering of family and friends to
celebrate David’s life will be held from 9:30-11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 6,
2015 at the Meyers Funeral Chapel in Blue Springs. Following the visitation, family and friends
will process to Mt. Washington Cemetery, where a committal service will be
held.
Lawrence
2015, Aurora, Lawrence
Co., MO, Obituary
Aurora Advertiser (MO) Date: May 15, 2015
Lee Ralph Brownlee, 87, of Aurora, passed away at 7:35 p.m.,
Monday, May 11, 2015, at the Cox South Hospital in Springfield, [Greene Co., MO]. He was born July 23, 1927, in Hickory
Flat, Mississippi, the son of the late Eddie Lee and Jessie L.(New)
Brownlee.
Lee was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during the Korea War. He
retired after 31 years from Caterpillar in East Peoria, Illinois, and was a
Baptist minister for more than 40 years. He was a member of Buck Prairie
Baptist Church, where he had been a minister for many years and was still the
assistant minister.
On July 26, 1975, he married
Linda Kay Blankenship in Washington, Illinois.
He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife of 40
years Linda, of the home; one daughter, Donna Byrd and her husband, Dave, of
Puyallup, Washington; two sons, Ralph Brownlee and his wife, Mary, of Creve
Coeur, Illinois, and Randy Brownlee-Railey of Lostant, Illinois; one sister,
Ruth Barrett of West Memphis, Arkansas; three grandchildren; three
great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and several nieces and nephews.
His daughter, Sandra Cox; two sisters, Dorothy Hopper and Ethel
Long; and three brothers, Eddie, George and Joseph Brownlee, also preceded him
in death.
A funeral service under the direction of Crafton-Cantrell Funeral
Home will be held at 10 a.m., May 15, at Buck Prairie Baptist Church. Burial,
with full military honors, will follow in Maple Park Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Aurora, Lawrence
Co., MO, Obituary
The Joplin Globe, (MO) Date: June 2, 2015
Joe Hilton Owens, age 83, passed away on May 29th, 2015, at his
home in Aurora Mo., after his battle with cancer. He was born on Feb. 7th,
1932, to W. D. Owens and Myrtle Owens, in Tracy Calif., but spent most all his
life around Carthage, Sarcoxie, and Marionville Mo.
He married Lavetta "Pauline" Sanders on April 23rd, 1952,
in Carthage, who is survived by him after 63 years of marriage. He retired from
Steadley Manufacturing, in February 1994, after 42 years of service. He was a
devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. If he wasn't
watching and cheering for the St. Louis Cardinals you could find him gardening
or just enjoying the outdoors. He passed his sweet, loving, and ornery
personality and handsome looks onto his children. He was truly a blessing to
have in all our lives.
Joe is preceded in death by his parents, W. D. and Myrtle; four
brothers, Harold, Bill, Jim and Ben Owens; a son, John David Owens; and a
daughter, Joye Owens.
He is survived by his wife, Pauline; a brother, Burt (Noeda) Owens;
daughters, Judy (Dale) Reber, Jayne (Mike) Mahan, Janae (Tony) Wittenmyer; son,
Jeff (Crystal) Owens; grandsons, Jim
(Heither) Reber, Joe (Alyssa) Reber, Shane Mahan, Matt (Stephanie) Mahan, Russell (Candice) Blankenship , Derek Blankenship , Jordan Owens, Tyler Owens, Dallas
Midcap, Christopher Owens; granddaughters, Jodi (Frank) Provost, Shelby (Jared)
Bartosh, Chaunda (Scott) Sarley, and Harley Owens. As well as
26 great-grandchildren and one great-greatgrandchild.
Services will be held at Freedom Christian Fellowship Church, in
Sarcoxie, on Thursday, June 4th. at 2 p.m.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Aurora, Lawrence
Co., MO, Obituary
Aurora Advertiser (MO) - November 10, 2017
On October 28, 2017, Vi Chaney wife of
Carl Chaney of Aurora left this world to begin her Journey to be with her
heavenly family, she was surrounded by family as she passed. Viola (Vi) Chaney was 92 years, 11 months old. She was born in
Johnson City, New York to Reverend Leon and Hattie Mae Wilson on November 27, 1924.
Viola (Vi) received her Lord as Savior as
a young child, she spoke often of the summers she spent attending summer Bible
camp with her siblings. She attended church throughout her life, up until her
health began to fail, but whenever there was an opportunity to sing the old
gospel tunes-she would sing along when she wasn't seen to be tapping her feet
and clapping to the rhythm.
Viola (Vi) Chaney worked as a cook for the
Horner School until its closing, at that time she worked at Jumping Jack Shoe
Factory in Cassville, until her retirement. Viola (Vi)
at that time assisted her husband Stanley on the farm, feeding cattle, raising
chickens, taking care of her grandchildren.
Viola (Vi) was preceded in death by her
parents, husband Harvey lsley (June 6, 1967), Stanley Blankenship (August 4, 1991). One brother, three sisters,
one son (Joe lsley) one Grandson (Jim lsley), two great granddaughters, Britt
and Shelby Paul and one step-grandson (Josh Murray).
She is survived by her husband Carl Chaney of 19 years, and four
children, and 5 Step-children. Judy
and Walter Price of Aurora, Jean and Junior Haddock of Aurora, Rick and Donna
lsley of Windsor, Mo. Randy and Jenise lsley of Jenkins, J.T. and Silva
Blankenship of Cassville, Mo, Kenny and Diana Blankenship of Springfield, MO. Bruce Chaney of
Springfield, Susan and Jack Murray of Aurora, Darrell Chaney of Aurora. Annette lsley daughter in law, Alabama, Teresa Chaney of Aurora.
Services were held on Thursday, November 2, 2017 at Fohn Funeral
Home in Cassville. Burial will be at Corinth Cemetery in Cassville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Aurora, Lawrence
Co., MO, Death
Published in the News-Leader on Dec. 16, 2018
Henry Luther Blankenship, 71, 14Dec2018, Aurora, MO
Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Aurora, Lawrence
Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.fohnfuneralhome.com/obituary/henry-blankenship
Henry Luther Blankenship, age 71, of
Aurora, Missouri, passed away Friday, December 14, 2018 at Cox South Hospital
in Springfield, [Greene Co.,] Missouri. He
was born in Jenkins, Missouri on June 1, 1947, the son of Duane and Ollie
Blankenship.
Henry attended elementary school at
Jenkins and then Cassville High School. In 1966 he and Sharon moved to their
farm, where he spent the rest of his life as a beef farmer. He attended
Longview Methodist Church in Purdy, Missouri.
Preceding him in death were his parents;
one brother, Harold Blankenship and one sister, Louise Nickle.
On August 1, 1964 he was united in marriage
to Sharon Bright, who survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Pamela Waltrip and her
husband Kenny of Aurora, Missouri and Cheryl Cantrell and her husband Bruce of
Springfield, Missouri; two sons, Chris Blankenship and his wife
Shelley of Aurora, Missouri and Gregory Blankenship and his wife Cassy of Aurora,
Missouri; two brothers, Sam Blankenship and his wife Trudy of Jenkins, Missouri,
Pat
Blankenship and his wife Debbie of Jenkins, Missouri; one brother-in-law, Jerry
Nickle of Cassville, Missouri; one sister, Marie Iiams of
Jenkins, Missouri; eleven grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren and many
nephews, nieces and cousins.
Services will be held at 11:00 am,
Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. Pastor Mark
Moller and Pastor David Wilson will conduct the services. Burial will be at
Clio Cemetery in Jenkins.
+2018, Marionville, Lawrence Co., MO, Obituary
Aurora Advertiser (MO) - January 12, 2018
Lavonne E. Blankenship, 84, Marionville, Missouri was born November 18, 1933 at Eagle
Rock, Missouri to George and Mae Garrett Majors and departed this life January 6, 2018 at the Ozarks
Methodist Manor Marionville, Missouri.
Lavonne had been a lifelong resident of the area and had work in
dietary at the Ozarks Methodist Manor.
Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband, Kenneth
Blankenship; a son, Robert (Smiley) Blankenship and a brother James Majors.
Survivors include a son,
Rocky Blankenship and wife Kelley of Aurora, Missouri; a daughter, Judy Ellingsworth and husband Alan of Crane, Missouri; two brothers,
Charles Majors of Monett, Missouri and George Majors and wife Treva of Tulsa,
Oklahoma; 4 grandchildren, Melissa
Harris and husband Bobby, Chad Blankenship and
wife Julie, Brad Blankenship and wife Amy and Scotty Blankenship and wife Shelby, 7 great grandchildren
other relatives and friends.
Graveside funeral services were Wednesday, January 10, 2018. Burial
was at Clio Cemetery under the care of Westrip Funeral Home, Crane, Missouri.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Pierce City, Lawrence Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) - November 10, 2015
Winfred Eugene 'Gene' Dabbs, 93, Pierce City, Mo., died Friday,
November 6, 2015, at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin, [Jasper Co., MO], following a short illness. Gene was born
April 5, 1922, in Granby, one of eight children to Loren and Edith (Roller)
Dabbs.
While attending school in Anderson, he worked at the Chamberlain
Canning Factory and graduated from Anderson High School. He then attended MSU
in Springfield, Mo. and received a bachelor's degree in mathematics. He
enlisted in the U. S. Navy in 1942 and was honorably discharged as an ensign in
1944. Following his honorable discharge in the Navy he returned to college and
graduated with a Master's degree in Mathematics from the University of
Missouri.
He married Ruby Gwendolyn Miller on December 16, 1950, at the
family farm in Diamond, Mo. He taught math in the Steeleville Public School
system for one year and then taught at Joplin High School. He then worked for
MO DOT in Joplin and was promoted to the state transportation office in
Jefferson City where he worked for many years. In 1966, he was recruited by the
Elementary and Secondary Education Department in Jefferson City to develop the data
processing department and worked there until his retirement in 1987.
Following the death of his wife, Gwendolyn in January of 2010, he
returned to the farm in Diamond, where their life together began. Eugene was a
member of the Church of Christ and had served as an elder and a deacon for over
35 years.
He is survived by: four daughters, Connie Masters and husband Neal
of Las Vegas, Nev., Charlene Dean and husband Rick of Fontana, Calif., Nancy
Steele and husband Randy of Kingston, Tenn. and Joan Hoehn and husband T. Grant
of Curlew, Wash.; one brother, Dr. Wilbur Dabbs and wife Dawn of Neosho; two
sisters, Donnis Luck of Neosho and Nadine Keith of Seneca; 10 grandchildren,
Nathan and Yasuko Masters, Andrew and Melanie Masters, Kendra Masters, Jonathan
and Beth Dean, Nicholas Dean, Jeanna and Bryan Steele-Mack, William and Laura
Steele, Travis Steele, J. Grant Hoehn and Malissa Hoehn; and four
great-grandchildren, Athena and Rainia Masters and Sana and Eric Masters.
In addition to his wife and parents, he is preceded in death by:
two brothers, Ivan Dabbs and Tony Dabbs; and two sisters, Wilma Gilmore and Marianna Blankenship.
Services will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2015, at 2:30 p.m., at
the West Union Church of Christ, Brent Newton officiating. Interment will
follow in the VanBuren Cemetery and serving as pallbearers will be grandsons,
Andrew Masters, Jonathan Dean, Nicholas Dean, J. Grant Hoehn, William Steele
and Travis Steele.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Lincoln
2017, Troy, Lincoln
Co., MO, Obituary
Published in Lincoln County Newspaper Group
from Feb. 11 to Feb. 20, 2017
John Clayburn Lewis, Jr., 66 of Troy, passed away at home after a
long illness, Friday, Jan. 27, 2017, at 11:20 a.m. John was born on March 3,
1950, at St. Mary's Hospital, Louisville, Ky to Jessica "Opal"
McKinney Lewis (teacher) and John Clayburn Lewis, Sr. (engineer for L & N
railroad).
He graduated from Valley High School in 1968, played football for
Eastern Kentucky University where he later returned to pursue a degree in
quality management through TMM, Georgetown, Ky. He married Barbara A. Stewart,
June 9, 1973. They had two children, Brandon Scott, and Jessica Marie He later
married Tammy L Porter, May 26, 1985, having two daughters, Kirsten McKinney
and Kaitlyn McKenzie.
John was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical
Workers Local No. 369 in Louisville, Ky. After notice of Toyota Motor
Manufacturing building a plant in Georgetown, Ky, he
secured a position as group leader in quality management for 14 years,
frequently traveling to his wife's home state of Missouri to train TMM
employees at the Bodine plant in Troy. After moving his family to Troy, he
worked through the IBEW Local #1, St. Louis, until opening his own electrical company
Lewis & Clark Electric in 2004 until his health declined in 2008.
John was a Kentucky boy through and through. Believing your blood
should run blue, your cars fast and your trucks big with your dog at your side.
After all, John was racing top fuel dragsters down Kentucky's raceways before
he was legal. In his world, your rod should be on bass, and bows were for deer.
His bike was a Harley and Corvettes convertible and banana yellow. He enjoyed
his Ale-8 on ice but only consumed bourbon Makers Mark in his pie called Derby.
He believed in sausage gravy and biscuits with a side of grits for breakfast,
hamburger and fries for lunch, steak and potatoes for supper. When the wife
says you're eating chicken, he heard "yard bird's for supper." His
fish was from Moby Dick's, his chili Bloemers, ordered by the case, his hot
sauce Tabasco, shaken not stirred. Opinions were for sharing, political view
strictly democratic. His flag red, white and blue except during basketball
season when it was blue and white and the stars were the Kentucky Wildcats. He
believed the best horse was Secretariat, best dogs Pat, Zeus and Jake, cats were for someone else though he was frequently
caught cuddling Lizzie. Tunes were for truck radios and anything but Bob Seger,
Alabama, or Hank, required ear plugs, unless Kirsten was singing. His religion
was Jeopardy, rarely missing a show, a ringer for Deb on her trivia nights.
An avid story teller, John always had one in his pocket ready to share, believing story telling was an art few really
mastered. He joked children were to be seen and not heard, but really loved his
children more than he had words. Sharing with Dr. Bockhorst on a recent visit,
in life, he was most proud of his children and theirs. John said many times
when it's all said and done, he didn't want flowers,
people crying over his body in black. He wanted his family in their best UK
gear, except for his in-laws, he knew Mizzou they would wear. He wanted
everyone to remember in life you have one, so make it "justified", a
favorite show and book series by Elmore Leonard.
John was preceded in death by his parents, Opal and John C. Lewis,
Sr.; his father in law, Eugene Porter and sister in law, Sheila Porter Widel.
He is survived by his wife, Tammy Porter Lewis; grandson, Brock A.
Lewis, of Troy; son, Brandon S. Lewis, of Louisville, Ky; daughter, Jessica
Lewis Cardwell and husband Hunter; twin grandsons, Sebastain M., Atticus W.
Cardwell, of Lagrange, Ky; daughter, Kirsten Lewis Kelley, husband, Brad of
Troy; daughter, Kaitlyn M. Lewis, of St. Louis; brother, Rodney S. Lewis, of
St. Petersburg, Fla.; cousin, Charlene Denniston Blankenship, husband,
Dewey of Centerville, Ohio; mother in law, Nina
Stewart Porter, of Canton; sisters-in-law, Debbie Porter Grewach, husband Ed
and family, Theresa D'Ambrosio Ineck, husband Lawrence and family of Seattle.
Wash., Carla Patton Heubner, husband Mark, of Martinez, Ga. and Cindy Porter
Hoewing, husband Mark and family, of Canton; brothers-in-law, Jimmy Widel, wife
Tina and family and Chad Porter, wife Jennifer and family of Canton.
A private celebration of life memorial is being held for family and
close friends. Cremation services by Kemper-Millard-Keim Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Winfield, Lincoln Co., MO, Obituary
The People's Tribune, (Bowling Green, MO) - February 7, 2018
Chester David Wigg, Jr., 72, died Saturday, Feb. 3 at his home near
Winfield. Born Aug. 27, 1945 in Alton, he was the son of Chester David and Christine Blankenship Wiggs, Sr.
Chester served his country during the Vietnam War in the U.S. Navy.
He was self-employed as an exhibitor at festivals, fairs and flea-markets.
Chester was a regular volunteer at food pantries in Winfield and Troy and was a
member of Calvary Chapel near Winfield.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Christine
Wiggs, Sr., and one son, Michael Wiggs.
Survivors include his life partner, Linda McMillian of Winfield;
her children: Chris McMillian and his wife, Georgia, of Winfield, and Susan
Fortner of Elsberry; 10 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren. He also
leaves two sisters, Faye Liner and her husband, Ted, of Bremerton, Wash., and
Jeanie Tucker of Yakima, Wash.; his "adoptive" sister, Rose Bush and
her husband, Joe, of St. Charles; his "adoptive" nieces and nephews
Pam Scheib and her husband, Mike, of Douglasville, Geo., Tim Gossert and his
wife, Nene, of St. Charles, Dawn Roellig and her daughter, Nicole, of O'Fallon,
and Lisa Kantz and her son, Alex, of O'Fallon; and many friends.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at Calvary
Chapel near Winfield under the direction of Carter-Ricks Funeral Home. The Rev.
Mark Payne, church pastor, will officiate with burial in Whispering Winds
Cemetery near Winfield. Serving as pallbearers will be Mark Iberg, Matt Iberg,
Steve Rath, Gary Dunn, Tim Gossett and Mike Scheib; and honorary pallbearer,
Chris McMillian.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Macon
2016, Macon, Macon
Co., MO, Obituary
Leatha Jewell Britt, 90, of Macon, MO, passed away on Saturday,
March 19, 2016 at the Samaritan Hospital in Macon. She was born on July 25,
1925, the daughter of Vester Lee and Lizzie (Goff) White.
Leatha was a member of the Gospel Center Church in Macon. She was
united in marriage to Rev. Paul R. Maness on July 13, 1946, then
later married Vernon Britt. Leatha enjoyed walking, shopping, playing cards,
and spending time with her family.
Leatha is survived by one son Paul Lee Maness of Nauvoo, AL; two daughters, Leatha D. Blankenship of Beach Park, IL, and Sandra Jean Harlan
and husband Don of Streator, IL; numerous grandchildren and great
grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands; two brothers,
Odell and F.L. White; four sisters, Mabel Clenney, Mildred, Boyd, Opal Rushing,
and Vernell Britton.
Funeral services will be 2:00 pm, Tuesday, March 22, 2016, at the
Greening-Eagan-Hayes Funeral Home in Macon. Burial will be in the Mt. Tabor
cemetery, east of Atlanta, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Madison
2015, Fredericktown, Madison Co., MO, Obituary
Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO) Date: June 3, 2015
Clara Irene Mitchell, 88, of Fredericktown, died Friday, May 22,
2015. She was born August 5, 1926, daughter of the late Elmer Leon and Osa Ann
Caroline (Firebaugh) Sitzes.
She married Lehmann Paul Mitchell Jan. 6, 1942. He precedes her in
death. Also preceding Mrs. Mitchell in death are her parents; brothers Lee
Sitzes, Johnny Sitzes, Gene Sitzes, and Earl Sitzes; and sister
Blanche Powell.
Survivors include her brothers Lester (Lucy) Sitzes of Imperial,
Norman (Barbara) Sitzes of Roselle; sisters
Bertha Rutledge of Belleview, Fla., Anna Mae Huffman, Linda (Norris) Blankenship, and
June Vaughn, all of Fredericktown; numerous nieces and nephews, as well as a
host of other relatives and many friends.
Mrs. Mitchell was a faithful and dedicated worker in the Black
Mountain General Baptist Church for 36 years and she served for 44 years as the
secretary of the North Liberty Association. She loved children, enjoyed
flowers, and spent many hours raising a garden and canning vegetables.
Funeral services were May 26 at Bryson Funeral Home Chapel with the
Rev. Tim Reed officiating. Burial was at the Polk Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Norris E. Blankenship – b.23Sep1938 -
Fredericktown, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K11G-346
Relatives: E. J. Blankenship, Edith Joan
Blankenship, Edith J. Blankenship, Joan Blankenship, Linda Blankenship, Mark L.
Blankenship, Sheila Gay Blankenship, Sheila G. Blankenship.
Poss. Son of Kenneth A. Blankenship & Edith ?
+2016, Fredericktown, Madison Co., MO, Obituary
Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO) - October 5, 2016
Loyde Leo Terry, 71, of Fredericktown, died Tuesday, September 27,
2016 in Fredericktown. He was born June 12, 1945 in Nianqua, Mo., son of
Earnest and Lucy (Graves) Terry.
Loyde enjoyed fishing and going to yard sales and was famous for
cooking steaks but his greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren.
He was a charter member of the Fredericktown Fraternal Order of Eagles 3758 and
a member of the Fredericktown Lions Club. He married Norma Jean Winkelman July
3, 1963 in Springfield, Mo.
Mr. Terry was preceded in death by his parents and brothers
Russell, Jack, Jason and Mike Terry; sister Jeri Bruce
and sisters-in-law Joyce Terry and Retha Terry; brothers-in-law Don Alexander
and Jack Bruce.
Surviving are his wife Norma Jean; sons Brian Terry of
Fredericktown, Ernie (Janet) Terry also of Fredericktown and Alan (Amy) Terry
of Paragould, AR; daughter Melissa (Richard) Jordan of Fredericktown; brother
Carlee Terry of Nianqua; sisters Pod (Ronald) Blankenship of
Marshfield, MO. and Fed Alexander also of Marshfield; sisters-in-law Myrtle
Terry of Nianqua and LeAnn Terry of Morris, IL; five grandchildren and seven
great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. on Sat. Oct. 8 at
Grace Church with Pastor Carl Cureton officiating. A private interment will be
at the Good Springs Cemetery in Nianqua at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census, High Prairie Twp., Webster
Co., MO,
Terry, Earnest 38, M, MO,
Terry, Lucy 32, F, MO, Wife, Head,
Terry, Eugene 14, M, MO, Son,
Terry, Geraldine 11, F, MO, Dau,
Terry, Jackie 09, M, MO, Son,
Terry, Shirline 07, F, MO, Dau,
Terry, Floretta 05, F, MO, Dau,
Terry, Ernest 02, M, MO, Son,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7WT-MQX
Ronald W.
Blankenship – b.11Jan1930 - Marshfield, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MZT-CF8
Relatives - Amy
D. Blankenship, Dallas W. Blankenship, Ronald Lee. Blankenship, S. Blankenship, Sharlene
L. Blankenship, Sharlene L. Blankenship.
Sharlene L
Blankenship – b.23Feb1933 - Marshfield, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJRN-M6GZ
Relatives -
Dallas W. Blankenship, Ronald L. Blankenship, Ronald W. Blankenship
+2016, Fredericktown, Madison Co., MO, Obituary
Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO) - January 3, 2017
Norman Murrell Blankenship, 71, of Fredericktown, Missouri, formerly of Owensville, passed
away on Saturday, December 31, 2016, at Ozark Manor Residential Care in
Fredericktown. He was born on April 6, 1945, in Sullivan to the late Murrell and Anna (Schmitt)
Blankenship.
Norman was a member of Holy Martyrs Catholic Church in Japan. He
had served his country with the United States Army. He had a passion for
horses, enjoyed trail riding especially riding at Eminence. He enjoyed working
his teams with many different kinds of horse drawn equipment. He also enjoyed
antique tractors and tractor pulls. Through these activities he made many
lasting friendships. Norman never met a stranger, his
personality was magnetic and could always make you laugh.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Christopher
"Short" Blankenship.
His survivors include his sons,
John Blankenship and wife, Tricia and Jeff Blankenship all of Rosebud, and Justin "Bink" Blankenship and wife, Raelynn of Sullivan; daughter-in-law, Crystal Blankenship of Rosebud; brothers, Gene
Blankenship and wife, Linda of
Sullivan, Harold Blankenship and wife, Polly of Owensville, Russell Blankenship and wife, Ginny of Rosebud, Curtis Blankenship and wife, Sherri of Sullivan and Roland Blankenship of Rosebud; sisters, Judy Wright of Owensville, Phyllis LaPlant and husband, Ron of Farmington, Rita Miller of St. Charles, Connie Jost and
husband, David of Sullivan; grandchildren,
Kari Nolting and husband Nicholas, Ross Blankenship,
Brandon Ryan, Bailey, Blaine, Bryce, Macen and Kate Blankenship; and great-grandchildren, Trevin and Trace Nolting and Sophie
Ryan.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday, January 5, at 11
a.m. at Holy Martyrs Catholic Church of Japan with Fr. Tim Henderson as the
celebrant. Burial will be in the church cemetery with full military honors.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Maries
+2018, Belle, Maries
Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) - January 14, 2018
Rocky Allen Pointer, age 63, of Belle, departed this life on
Wednesday, January 10, 2018, at his residence. He was born June 27, 1954, at
Rolla, a son of Clifford Louis and Mildred Alwina (Lehnhoff) Pointer,
Rocky was united in marriage on May 30, 1977, at Freeburg, to Janet
Anne James, and to this union, one daughter was born. During his working life,
he was employed with the Osage County Road and Bridge Department, Linn,
retiring after 28 years in 2014. He was a member of the National Rifle
Association, enjoyed hunting deer and turkey, going to the river, boating,
fishing, gigging, gardening and canning the fruits of his labor. During the
last few years of his life he thoroughly enjoyed his role as "papa"
to Zoey and Everett and loved taking his granddaughter, Zoey, fishing.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Shirley Doerr
and Joann Pointer at age four; father-in-law, Gerald James; and nephew, Seth
Backues.
Those left to mourn the passing of Rocky include: His wife, Janet
Pointer, of the home near Belle; his daughter, Paige Welschmeyer and husband
Andrew of Belle; his grandchildren, Zoey and Everett Welschmeyer; his brother,
Junior Pointer and wife Jo Ann of Marsh-field; his sisters, Goldeen
Blankenship and husband Edgar of
Bland; and Glory Garner of the state of Hawaii; his mother-in-law, Wilma James
of Freeburg; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Joy James of Freeburg, Tim James
of Vienna, Jeri Ragan and husband Don of Florissant, Todd James and wife Kim of
Rock City, Illinois, and Terry James and wife Lori of Jefferson City; nephews;
nieces; and host of friends.
The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, January 15,
2018, in the Holy Family Catholic Church, Freeburg, with the Rev. William D.
Debo officiating. Interment will be in the James Community Cemetery, near
Vienna, under the direction of the Birmingham-Martin Funeral Home in Vienna.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Marion
2015, Hannibal, Marion Co., MO, Funeral
Published in Kansas City Star on Aug. 20,
2015
Jennie Jo Blankenship, 28, of Hannibal, MO passed away August 16, 2015.
Memorial Service 3:00pm Sunday August 23, 2015 White Chapel Funeral
Home 6600 NE Antioch Gladstone, MO 64119.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Hannibal, Marion Co., MO, Obituary
Hannibal Courier-Post (MO) - November 14, 2017
Willard 'Bill' Arlen Anderson peacefully passed away on Friday,
Nov. 10, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St.
Louis. Bill was born in Red Oak, Iowa, on Sept. 27, 1940, to Maynard
Forrest and Virgie Marie Engdahl Anderson
Bill grew up in Lincoln and Blair Nebraska and graduated from Blair
High School in 1958. He married Linda Pennington in 1960.
Bill was incredibly hard working and always strove to create. As a
young father living in Golden, Colo., he worked for Coors Porcelain Company and
then with Terrametrics, Inc., a geotechnical engineering company. His work with
Terrametrics, Inc. led to a position with Massman Construction of Kansas City,
the firm selected to construct the Clarence Cannon Dam. Bill and his family moved
to Hannibal in 1974. After completion of the dam, Bill worked for Standard
Printing Company and later started his own display manufacturing company,
Promotional Images, in 1983.
Bill was a highly skilled craftsman and enjoyed building custom
homes and could fabricate most anything. He was an avid fisherman and fishing
trips to Canada with family were high points. He loved to garden and was a
Missouri Master Gardener. Bill served as the first congregational president as
well as the youth group director of the newly formed Faith Lutheran Church in
Golden, Colo. He was also an active member of the Golden Jaycees. In Hannibal,
he sang with the Mark Twain Men's Choral for many years, volunteered for the
Northeast Missouri Humane Society and was a former member of the Hannibal Lions
Club.
Bill's compassion and generosity however, were his finest
attributes. Stray animals became beloved pets. Bill thought the best of every
person he met and always offered assistance.
His parents and siblings Lois, Bob, Mary, Lorraine and Carolee
preceded him in death.
Bill is survived by their two sons,
Mark Arlen Anderson and his wife Diana (née Blankenship) of Gurnee, Ill., Kent David Anderson and
his wife Tammy (née O'Mara) of Hannibal, and his daughter Dana Lynn Blase and
her husband Michael of Hannibal. Bill dearly loved and was incredibly proud of
his grandchildren: Clare Elizabeth (Blase) Zanger and husband Jay, Jenna
Elizabeth (Gould) Moore and her husband John Michael, John David Anderson and
his wife Carisa LeiAnn, Tech. Sgt. Paul Alexander Anderson and his wife Jinky,
Leslie Marie Blase and boyfriend Bronson Shaver, Abby Renee Anderson, Phillip
Gray Anderson, Blake Connor Wilkinson, and Melanie Rose Blase. His
great-grandchildren Luka, Maddox, Andie, Lillian, Macklin and Livie were deeply
cherished and delighted him immensely. Bill is also survived by his siblings
John, Deanna, Ed, Joe, and Lynn and their families.
A Memorial Service will be held 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 17, 2017,
at St. John's Lutheran Church in Hannibal. Rev. Eric Carlson will officiate.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Diana L.
Anderson – b.01Sep1954 - Gurnee, IL:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K1Z5-TW1
Relatives - Liv
T. Anderson, M. Anderson, Mark A. Anderson, Roy A. Anderson.
+2015, Palmyra, Marion
Co., MO, Death
http://www.lewisbrothersfuneralchapel.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=3094389&fh_id=10359
Evelyn L. Blankenship (July 3, 1924 - May 5, 2015)
Mrs. Evelyn L. Blankenship, age 90, of Palmyra, Missouri passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at
the Beth Haven Nursing Home in Hannibal,
[Marion Co., MO].
Arrangements are pending with the Lewis Brothers Funeral Chapel in
Palmyra.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Palmyra, Marion
Co., MO, Death
http://www.lewisbrothersfuneralchapel.com/obituaries/Evelyn-L-Blankenship?obId=1056263#/obituaryInfo
Evelyn L. Blankenship, 90, of Palmyra,
Mo passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at the Beth Haven Nursing Home in Hannibal,
[Marion Co.,] Missouri. She
was born July 3, 1924 in Canton, Missouri to Haymond Wesley and Malinda
Harscher Hampton.
Survivors include daughter, Clara Schroer
of Columbia, Mo.; sons: William "Bill" Blankenship of Hannibal, Mo.;
Robert "Danny" Daniel Blankenship of Cross Timbers, Mo and 23
grandchildren, 37 great grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband;
parents; son, Rick Blankenship; daughters, Ruth Ann Patterson and Ruby Robertson; nephew
she raised, Jeff Blankenship; 2 sisters, Mildred Hampton and Betty Hampton.
Evelyn was the owner and administrator of
Blankenship
Residential Home in Palmyra, Missouri for many years. She was a member of the First
Christian Church in Palmyra.
Mrs. Blankenship donated her body to science
and education. Arrangements entrusted to the lewis brothers
funeral chapel in Palmyra, Missouri.
2016, Palmyra, Marion
Co., MO, Obituary
Hannibal Courier-Post (MO) - April 15, 2016
Charlotte Sue Goldinger, 67, of Palmyra, Mo., passed away Thursday,
April 14, 2016, at home with her husband by her side. She fought a courageous
battle with leukemia and was an inspiration to many. Charlotte was born July
11, 1948, in Hannibal, Mo., to Howard Milton and Kathryn Ruth Olson Bier.
Charlotte was married to G. William Goldinger March 28, 1970, in
the First Baptist Church, Palmyra, Mo. He survives of the home. Charlotte
attended the Bates Country School, was a 1966 graduate of Palmyra High School,
and received her undergraduate degree and her M.A. in Education from the
University of Missouri in Columbia.
Charlotte was an avid bicyclist and inspired many others to take up
the sport. She went on many biking tours across the nation and two different
tours in Europe. She loved to garden, bake and cook
for others and shared that talent with her family. Above all, she was a devoted
wife, mother and grandmother.
Mrs. Goldinger was an Elementary School Teacher at Fulton School
District in Millersburg from 1971-73, third and fourth grade teacher in Monroe
City District-Hunnewell from 1973-74. From 1974 until 1989, she took a break
from teaching to raise her family. In 1989, she resumed her teaching career at
Palmyra R-1 School District from 1989-2008, where she was a third grade
teacher, retiring in May of 2008. She was Past President and V.P. of the Quincy
Bicycle Club, and Past Club and Project Leader at Mt. Zion 4-H Club. She was a
member of the First Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her father, Howard Milton Bier; infant
son, Douglas Wayne Goldinger; mother-in-law, Ada Marie Huckaby; father-in-law
George William Goldinger, Sr.; step father-in-law Clifford Huckaby and
sister-in-law Frances Stewart.
Survivors include: children, Mark Alan Goldinger and wife Renee of
Hannibal, Todd William Goldinger and wife Maggie of Palmyra, Stephanie Ann
Goldinger Nieman and husband Greg of Greensburg, Ind.; grandchildren: Chase and
Ella Goldinger of Hannibal; Isabelle, Wyatt, Bristol, Jedsen, and Hattie
Goldinger of Palmyra; Jack, Samuel, and Nathan Nieman of Greensburg, Ind.;
mother, Kathryn Bier (and dear friend E. Len Moss) of Hannibal; siblings:
Brenda Bier (John) Barton of Burnsville, Minn.; Howard Wayne (Linda) Bier of
Hannibal; Barbara Bier of Palmyra; sisters-and
brothers-in-law: Clara and Lester Rhoades, Marian Blankenship
, Judy and David Ruble of Lebanon, Mo.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 16,
2016, at the Lewis Brothers Funeral Chapel in Palmyra. Rev. Roger Ricketts and
Dr. David Shepherd will officiate. Burial will be at the Greenwood Cemetery in
Palmyra, Mo. Casket bearers: Dan Bauer, Rich Lentz, John Worland, Gene Jansen,
Mark Esneault and Chris Fountain.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Miller
+2018, Eldon, Miller
Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) - July 18, 2018
Donna Henley, 80, of Eldon, Missouri, passed away Monday, July 16,
2018 at her residence in Eldon, Missouri.
Survivors include: husband, Robert Henley; daughters, Robbin
(Billy) Griffithl, Rhonda (Danny) Bottoms, Renda (Greg) Fisher; grandchildren;
great-grandchildren; great-grandchild; siblings,
Wanda Chandler, Ronnie Hall, Alicia Atwell, Glenna Gardner, Jimmy Hall, Diane Blankenship, and Kathy Willey.
Funeral Service will be Thursday, July 19, 2018, at 10 a.m. also at
the Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon. Interment will follow at the Eldon City
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Iberia, Miller Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) - December 8, 2015
Sandy Wright, age 66, of Iberia, passed away on Sunday, December 6,
2015, at Lake Regional Health System in Osage Beach, [Camden
Co., MO]. She was born in
Los Angeles, California on March 25, 1949, daughter of the late Thomas and
Virginia (Combs) Smith.
On August 14, 1971, at Hickory Point Baptist Church near Iberia,
Sandy married Jerry Arthur Wright, who preceded her in death on December 1,
2009.
Sandy is a 1967 graduate of Iberia High School. She was employed in
the Human Resource department at Holiday Inn in Lake Ozark for over 30 years
and was currently working at Bank of Iberia. Sandy was a member of Iberia First
Baptist Church and Red Hatters. She enjoyed collecting Longaberger Baskets and
spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Sandy loved
cooking and is referred to by her family as the "greatest cook
around".
She is survived by three sons, William Wright and wife Amy of High
Point, Zachary Wright and wife Stephanie of Loose Creek, and Quentin Wright and
wife Megan of St. Elizabeth; six grandchildren, Kamdyn and Kendal Wright of
High Point, Reese Wright of Loose Creek, Emmett, Elsie, and Leah Wright of St.
Elizabeth and one grandchild on the way in May; five brothers, Tom Smith,
Robert "Bob" Smith, Jerry Smith, Jack Smith, and Rance Smith; and
three sisters, Marjorie Scronce, Regina Blankenship, and Nancy Brandt.
In addition to her loving husband Jerry, she was also preceded in
death by one sister, Marcella Norton and two brothers, Delbert Smith and
Raymond Smith.
Service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, December 10, at Fancher-Rekus
Funeral Home in Iberia. Bro. Rick Seaton will officiate. Interment will be in
Iberia Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Iberia, Miller
Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Kathy-A.-Blankenship-103793060
Kathy A. Blankenship,
of Iberia, Missouri, was born on April 13, 1950 and passed away on Friday, July
22, 2016.
Kathy was married to Dallas Dean Blankenship.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., on Monday, July 25, 2016, at
Fancher-Rekus Funeral Home in Iberia. Bro. Dennis Nichols will officiate.
Interment will be in Union Cemetery near Iberia.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Iberia, Miller Co., MO, Funeral
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Edna-Mae-Blankenship-105653741
Edna Mae Blankenship,
March 25, 1938 - December 28, 2017, Iberia, Missouri
Funeral services at 2 p.m., on Saturday,
December 30, at Fancher-Rekus Funeral Home in Iberia. Interment will be in Union Cemetery near
Iberia.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Iberia, Miller Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.fancher-rekusfuneralhomes.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=4505933&fh_id=10734
Edna Mae Blankenship, age 79, of
Iberia, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2017, at Capital Region Medical
Center in Jefferson City, [Cole Co., MO]. She was born
in Topeka, Kansas, on March 25, 1938, daughter of the late Clarence and Lavon
(Bradfield) Woodard.
On June 24, 1956, in Adams, Kansas, Edna married
Leroy
Blankenship, who preceded her in death on June 27, 2006. Edna and her husband,
Leroy, owned and operated Triangle Well Drilling for 18 years. She was a
devoted volunteer and board member at the Iberia Senior Center for many years.
Edna was a member of Iberia First Assembly of God and previously attended
Iberia Church of the Nazarene.
In addition to her husband, Leroy, and
parents, Clarence and Lavon Woodard, she was also preceded in death by her
half-sister, Barbara.
She is survived by one sister-in-law,
Linda Hodge of Iberia; special friends, Willie and Yvonne Luttrell of Iberia;
her aunt and uncle in Kansas; and several nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., on
Saturday, December 30, at Fancher-Rekus Funeral Home in Iberia. Bro. Chip
Sanders and Bro. Randy Hoffman will officiate. Interment will be in Union
Cemetery near Iberia.
+2018, Iberia, Miller
Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Chase-Colton-Blankenship-105963386
Chase Colton Blankenship, November 30, 1994 - March 27, 2018, Iberia, Missouri
Chase is a 2014 graduate of Tuscumbia High School.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., on Friday, March 30, at
Fancher-Rekus Funeral Home in Iberia. Interment will be held in Hickory Point
Cemetery near Iberia. In lieu of flowers, memorialsto the
Chase Blankenship Memorial Fund.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Iberia, Miller
Co., MO, Obituary
Chase Colton Blankenship, age 23, of
Iberia, passed away on Tuesday, March 27, 2018, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield
[Greene Co., MO]. He was born in
Lake Ozark on November 30, 1994, son of Steve and Tammy Mishell (Null)
Blankenship.
Chase is a 2014 graduate of Tuscumbia
High School. After high school he attended the Missouri Welding Institute in
Nevada, Missouri. He was a skilled welder and spent several years traveling
surrounding states undertaking various welding jobs. He was recently employed
at Diamond Dog Food in Meta. He enjoyed spending time hunting and fishing with
his friends.
Chase was a friend to so many and those
that are blessed to call him friend will remember his happy-go-lucky spirit and
his carefree smile that would light up a room. His family will treasure the
memories of a boy who had a heart of gold and lived every day to the
fullest. Chase was a born again
Christian and attended Santee Community Church in Dixon.
He was preceded in death by his uncle,
Mike
Blankenship.
He is survived by his parents, Steve and Tammy Blankenship of Iberia; two sisters,
Madison Bell and husband
Cody of Eldon and Amy Bridgeton of Lake Ozark; one brother, Christopher
Blankenship of Arkansas; paternal grandparents, Frank and Regina
Blankenship; maternal grandparents, Howard and Wanda Clark; girlfriend, Audrey
Eckert of Dixon; and several nieces, aunts, uncles, relatives, and friends.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., on
Friday, March 30, at Fancher-Rekus Funeral Home in Iberia. Dennis Wright will
officiate. Interment will be held in Hickory Point Cemetery near Iberia.
Mississippi
+2018, Charleston,
Mississippi Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Dorris-Jean-Blankenship-106679648
Dorris Jean Blankenship, July 10, 1950 - December 21, 2018, Charleston, Missouri
Private Memorial Services will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Charleston,
Mississippi Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.mcmiklefuneralhome.com/obituary/dorris-blankenship
Dorris Jean Blankenship, age 68, died
Thursday, December 21, 2018, at her home in Charleston, MO. She was born July
10, 1950, at New Madrid, MO, to the late Adam Riley Long
and Elsie Hicks Long.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in
death by one sister, Thrisey Wilkinson McClain.
On May 29, 1967, she married Jackie Dean
Blankenship, who survives of the home. Also surviving is one brother, Ray Long of
St. Louis and Margaret Wills of Charleston; and several nieces and nephews.
Private Memorial Services will be held at
a later date. McMikle Funeral Home.
Jackie Dean
Blankenship – b.31Jan1948 - Charleston, MO:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2M3Q-J1R
Relatives -
Dorris D. Blankenship, Jackie D. Blankenship.
Moniteau
2015, California, Moniteau Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) Date: September 6, 2015
Letha "Mae" (Barbour) Gordon, age 85, of California,
passed away Thursday, September 3, 2015. She was born on September 13, 1929 in
Latham, Missouri. She was the first of six children born to Virgil L. and
Goldie (Hill) Barbour.
Mae and her ex-husband, Johnny Gordon, had one daughter, Kay Beth
(Gordon) Borts. Mae lived in Missouri and Iowa while raising her family. During
those years, she worked at the Jacket Factory in California. Afterward, she
moved to the state of California and enjoyed many years living in Lomita,
Calif. near her sister, Pauline (Barbour) Klenz, and youngest brother, Joe A.
Barbour. During those years, she worked as a full-time, on-site assistant for a
funeral home. Later on, Mae moved back to her home state of Missouri, which
brought her closer to the growing families of her daughter, Kay Beth, her
youngest sister, Judy (Barbour) Blankenship, oldest brother, Jimmie H. Barbour and
sister-in-law Lois Ann Barbour, and a host of step siblings.
Having fought several bouts of cancer, she elected to move to a
small apartment where she was surrounded by her beloved red bird collection.
She enjoyed reading romance novels, writing poetry, and working for hours on
Word Finds and Crossword Puzzles. She was a loving daughter, sister, mother,
and grandmother.
Mae is survived by her daughter: Kay Beth (Gordon) Borts; two
grandsons: Sean Goodwillie and Connor Borts; two sisters: Pauline Klenz and Judy Blankenship;
brother: Joe A. Barbour; sister-in-law: Lois Ann Barbour; step mother: Lucille
Barbour; three step sisters: Elsie (and her husband Billy) Meyer, Kathy (and
her husband Larry) Murphy, and Sherry Lynn (and her husband Richard) Tuttle;
step brother: Russell D. Yarnell; and many nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death were her parents, brothers, Jimmie H.
Barbour and Jackie L. Barbour; and grandson, Shane Borts.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 9 in California,
Mo. at Bowlin Funeral Home at 2:00 p.m., funeral service will follow at 3:00
p.m. Nephew, Clint Blankenship, will officiate. Burial will be at Latham
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, California, Moniteau Co., MO, Obituary
http://hosting-25030.tributes.com/obituary/read/Freddie-W.-Blankenship-103088182
Freddie W. Blankenship, 69, of California, Missouri passed away Wednesday, December 09,
2015 at his home surrounded by family. He was born on October 23, 1946 in
Barnett, Missouri to Waid and Grace (Rohrbach) Blankenship both of whom preceded him in death.
He graduated from Eldon High School in 1964. On August 16, 1969 he
was married at Salem Baptist Chrch to Rita S. "Susie" Less who
survives of the home. Freddie was a Dairy Farmer for 28 years and retired in
2010 from Moniteau County Road and Bridge. He enjoyed playing cards at the
Twenty Club and playing games and fishing with his grandchildren.
Freddie is survived by: one son,
Jon Blankenship , with his wife Denise; one daughter Julie Bleich
, with her husband Kurt all of California, MO; three grandchildren Ryan, Lucas
and Madison; three brothers Eddie, Bill and Stanley Blankenship;
two sisters Marie Wehmeier and Mary Allee and seceral nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by: 3 brothers
Floyd, Ray, J.W. Blankenship; 2 sisters
Mildred Flatt and Audra
Houston.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, California, Moniteau
Co., MO, Obituary
The California Democrat, (MO) - May 11, 2016
Shirley Fay Doerr, 83, of California, Mo., passed away on Monday,
May 2, 2016, at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City, [Cole Co., MO]. She was born in Byron, Mo. on December
14, 1932, to the late Clifford and Mildred (Lehnhoff) Pointer.
Shirley was preceded in death by: her parents; sister, Joann
Pointer; and brother-in-law, Bernard Garner.
Her survivors include: her son, Eugene Edward Doerr and wife, Rita
of Wentzville; brothers, Junior Pointer and wife, Joann and Rockey Pointer and
wife, Janet; sisters, Goldeen Blankenship and husband,
Edgar and Glory Garner; grandchildren, Bud Doerr
and wife, Amanda and Amanda Pepor and husband, William; and by three
great-grandchildren, Gabriella, Dylan, and Genevieve.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday, May 4, at 2:00 p.m., at
Gottenstroeter Funeral Home in Owensville with Pastor Steve Macey officiating.
Burial was in Pilot Knob Baptist Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. in Belle.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Goldeen P. Blankenship, - b.13Nov1935 –
Bland, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJRF-F2P1
Relatives -
Edgar L. Blankenship.
Edgar L.
Blankenship – b.01Sep1934 – Bland, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2SD1-KH1
+2019, California, Moniteau
Co., MO, Obituary
The California Democrat, (MO) - May 1, 2019
Don Parkes, 81, of California, MO, passed away on Friday, April 26,
2019 at Lake Ozark Speedway near Eldon, [Miller Co.,] MO. He was born on November 21, 1937 in
California, MO, the son of Aubrey and Iva (Blankenship) Parkes, both of whom preceded him in death.
Don managed Imperial Service Station for several years, owned his
own contracting business, worked for Kiddie World and retired from NAPA Auto
Parts. His favorite hobby was pushing sprint cars for over 54 years. Don was a
member at Flag Spring Baptist Church near California, MO.
Don was preceded in death by three brothers, Dean, Gail and Marion
Parkes; one infant brother, Mancil Parkes; and two sisters, Ruth Jones and Rose
Newkirk.
He was married on November 24, 1956 to Ruby (Reed) Parkes, who
survives of the home. He is also survived by his wife, Ruby Parkes of the home;
one daughter, Sandy Parkes Marsh and husband John of Jefferson City, MO; and
one grandson, Aaron Marsh and partner Ashlie Grieser of Jefferson City, MO.
Memorial Service will be at Flag Spring Baptist Church, at 3:00 pm,
on Thursday, May 2, 2019. Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services,
100 S. Oak St., California, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census,
California, Walker Twp., Moniteau Co., MO,
Parkes, Aubrey 44, M, MO, Head,
Parkes, Ida 42, F, MO, Wife,
Parkes, Cecil D. 19, M, MO, Son,
Parkes, Ruth 18, F, MO, Dau,
Parkes, Norma R. 15, F, MO, Dau,
Parkes, Gale J. 12, M, MO, Son,
Parkes, Marion
G. 11, M, MO, Son,
Parkes, Donald
Lee 02, M, MO, Son,
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K778-FRM
+2016, Tipton, Moniteau
Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) - October 8, 2016
Kenneth Edward Baker, 83 [1933], of Tipton, MO, passed away on Thursday,
October 6, 2016, at the Tipton Oak Manor in Tipton MO.
Survivors include: his wife,
Betty Blankenship; one daughter, Debbie Rugen; two
grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Funeral Service was held Monday, October 10, 2016, at 11 a.m., at
the First Baptist Church of Tipton. Burial was at the Hickman Cemetery at
Clarksburg.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Betty J. Baker –
b.26Apr1935 - Tipton, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJXC-CP24
Relatives -
Kenneth E. Baker.
+2018, Tipton, Moniteau
Co., MO, Obituary
The Sedalia Democrat, (MO) - February 16, 2018
Amandus (Pappy) John Schoen, 95, of Tipton, Missouri passed away Thursday, February 15,
2018 at Tipton Oak Manor. He was one of 5 children born to Rudolph and Mary
Gerke Schoen in Clear Creek, Missouri.
Pappy was a "jack of all trades and master of them all."
He was a farmer for all his life also working off the farm in various
capacities as well. He was a WWII veteran, serving in the Philippines and
received 2 Bronze Stars.
He married Ethel Kraus on February 11, 1947 and they recently
celebrated their 71st wedding anniversary. He enjoyed an active social life
being a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Moose lodge in Sedalia, the
American Legion of Otterville and Tipton, the 40 & 8 Club and served in the
honor guard for many veterans. He liked to fish, play checkers, go to dances,
and he repaired sewing machines for many.
Pappy was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Carol
Stemburger; and brother Joe Schoen.
He is survived by his wife Ethel; sons Dan Schoen and his wife
Gladys of Syracuse, Robert Schoen and his wife Sandy of Otterville, Linus
Schoen and his wife Sherry of California, Bernie Schoen and his wife Peggy of
Otterville; daughters Janette Blankenship and her husband Ronnie of Independence, Missouri, Frances Ditto
and her husband Joe of Sedalia; sisters Annalean Romig of Syracuse, and Lavina
Reuter of Pilot Grove; 21 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren; and 2
great-great-grandchildren.
Mass of Christian burial for Amandus (Pappy) Schoen will be 10:00
AM Monday, February 19, 2018 at St. Andrews Catholic Church in Tipton with
burial immediately following in the St. Andrews Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Ronnie R.
Blankenship – b.13Dec1955 – Independence, MO;
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJRF-2Q94
Relatives -
Chrissie M. Blankenship, Gregory Allen Blankenship, Janette Kay Blankenship,
Jennifer Renee Blankenship
+2018, Tipton, Moniteau
Co., MO, Obituary
The Sedalia Democrat, (MO) - March 14, 2018
Ethel D. Schoen, age 92 of Tipton, Missouri died Monday evening,
March 12, 2018 at Tipton Oak Manor with her loving family at her side. Ethel
was born October 4, 1925 to Daniel F. and Frances K. Kraus at Pleasant Green,
Missouri.
On February 11, 1947, Ethel was married to Amandus J. Schoen
(Pappy) and had 71 years together until his passing which was just short of a
month ago on February 15, 2018. They were friends and neighbors since very
early childhood. She had shared with her children the memory of her future
husband pulling her in a little red wagon when she was only 2 years old. They
were blessed with seven children.
Prior to her marriage, Ethel worked as a lab technician in the old
St. Joseph Hospital located in Boonville, Missouri. After she and her husband
began their life together, she was a homemaker and basically ran their farm
near Otterville, Missouri while Amandus had various jobs to supplement the
family's income that took him away from the farm. She and her children took
care of the dairy cattle and other livestock as well as the row crops.
They left the farm and have lived in Tipton for the last 27 years.
They were both members of St. Andrew Catholic Church in Tipton, Missouri.
Ethel belonged to a quilting club and also enjoyed crocheting and
embroidery work. She was a hard worker and provided food for her family from
their vegetable garden and also loved to work in her flowers. She and her
husband belonged to the Moose Lodge and also to a group of friends called the
Rowdy Bunch. They had great fun dancing and playing cards with those friends.
Preceding Ethel D. Schoen in death were her husband; her daughter
Carol Stemberger; her sister Elizabeth Norman and brothers Harold and Delphinus
Kraus.
Surviving Ethel are her sons Dan Schoen and his wife Gladys of
Syracuse, Missouri, Robert Schoen and his wife Sandy of Otterville, Missouri,
Linus Schoen and
his wife Sherry of California, Missouri and Bernie Schoen and his wife Peggy of
Otterville, Missouri; daughters Janette Blankenship and her husband Ronnie of Independence, Missouri and Frances Lynn Ditto and her
husband Joe of Sedalia, Missouri; one sister Rita Stone of Columbia, Missouri;
one brother Leo Kraus and his wife Rosemary of Boonville, Missouri; 21
grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March
17, 2018 at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Tipton, Missouri. Meisenheimer
Funeral Home in Tipton, Missouri.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Morgan
+2017, Rocky Mount, Morgan Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) - August 15, 2017
Wm. David Richardson, 69 [1948], of Rocky
Mount, passed away Sunday, August 13, 2017, at Lakeside Meadows in Osage Beach, [Camden
Co., MO].
Survivors include: daughters, Angie Bittle of Rocky Mount, Tammy
Estes of Kansas City; son, John Brenner of Kansas City; 11 grandchildren; three
great-grandchildren; sister, Martha Blankenship of Liberty and brother, Dan Richardson of
Greenwood.
Graveside Services will be Thursday, August 17, 2017, at 1 p.m. at
East Slope Memorial Gardens of Riverside, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Martha M.
Blankenship – b.23Jul1939 – Liberty, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2M71-7PM
Relatives -
Charles R. Blankenship, Janet L. Blankenship, Lisa A. Blankenship, Marty
Blankenship.
Charles R.
Blankenship – b.10May1937 – Liberty, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2M7B-JSS
Relatives -
Janet L. Blankenship, Lisa A. Blankenship, Martha M. Blankenship, Marty
Blankenship.
+2017, Versailles,
Morgan Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) - January 12, 2017
Terry E. Blankinship, age 67 [23 January 1949], of Versailles, passed away Tuesday,
January 10, 2017, at his home.
Survivors include: his wife,
Mary; his son,
Terry Blankinship Jr. of Kansas City; 17 grandchildren; five
great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.
A celebration of Terry's life will be held at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
New Madrid
2018, Kewanee, New
Madrid Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/Barbara-Blankinship-obituary?pid=189031559&view=guestbook
Barbara Ann Blankinship - November 9, 1936 - May 12, 2018, Kewanee, Missouri
Service time at 1 p.m. Wednesday at
Richards Funeral Home in New Madrid with the Rev. Tim Farrenburg officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Kewanee, New
Madrid Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.richardsfuneralhomeinc.com/notices/Barbara-Blankinship
Barbara Ann Neal Blankinship, 81, died May
12, 2018, in Kewanee. Born Nov. 9, 1936, in Lilbourn, she was the daughter of
the late Harry and Aline Leatherand Neal.
She was married to Roy Alan Boyd, Don
Baker and Bud Blankinship.
She was also preceded in death by a
sister, Joyce Fowler.
Survivors include: three daughters and a
son-in-law, Debby and Clarence Lyons of New Madrid, Diane Hadlock of Granite
City, Ill., and Donna Baker of Kewanee; two sons and a daughter-in-law,
Don Baker of Kewanee and Marshall and Erika Blankinship of Florida; two
sisters, Sue Warren of Ohio and Sherrie Swindle of Louisiana; two brothers, Don
Neal of Kentucky and Ricky Neal of New Madrid; and eight grandchildren and 11
great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be at 1 p.m.
Wednesday at Richards Funeral Home in New Madrid with the Rev. Tim Farrenburg
officiating.
+2019, Kewanee, New Madrid Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/j-blankenship-obituary?pid=192582707
J. R. Blankenship
of Kewanee, Missouri, was born on March 26, 1944 and passed away on Tuesday,
April 16, 2019.
Officiating Pastor is Bob McQueen and burial is going to be at the
Garden of Memories Cemetery in Sikeston. Visitation at the Richards Funeral
Home Inc. from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on April 19, 2019.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Kewanee, New Madrid Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.richardsfuneralhomeinc.com/notices/JR-Blankenship
J. R. Blankenship, 75, of Kewanee,
MO., went to be with the Lord on Tuesday April 16, 2019 at his home. He was
born March 26, 1944 in Sikeston, MO., the son of the late Jay and Weba
Blankenship.
J. R. was a farmer until he was forced to
retire due to health reasons in 2009. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being
with many friends, but most of all he loved and enjoyed being with his family,
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. J. R. was a member of the Kewanee
Methodist Church, where he held many offices.
When the church closed, he moved his membership to the New Madrid
Methodist Church.
J.R. was known for his kindness and
generosity, always willing to lend a helping hand when needed. He was loved by all who knew him. J.R.'s kindness touched many during his lifetime
and he will be greatly missed by everyone.
Survivors include: his wife Judy Blankenship, of the home,
one sister, Lura Jones of Kewanee, one son, Jay (wife, Lori) Blankenship of Sikeston,
MO., one daughter, Tonja (husband, Danny) Feingold of Tenafly,
New Jersey. J. R. was known as Poppy to five grandchildren, Claire Blankenship of Shelbina,
MO., Judah LaValle of Philadelphia, PA., Ethan Feingold, a student at Villa
Nova University, Noa Feingold, a student at NYU, and Lily Feingold of the home
and great-grandchildren, Mason and Aaleigha Milbourn of Shelbina, MO.
Officiating Pastor is Bob McQueen and
burial is going to be at the Garden of Memories Cemetery in Sikeston.
Pallbearers: Ethan Feingold, Chance Dowling, Judson Hall, Dallas Hall, Tim
Hall, Parker Wilhoit, Dustin Dowling and Brandon Wilhoit.
2016, Parma, New
Madrid Co., MO, Obituary
A. B. “Buddy” Campbell, 88, passed from this life on July 18, 2016
at his residence in Parma, MO. He was born on December 31, 1927 as the second
born son of the late I. D. Sr. and Cora Gordon Campbell, of Plumerville,
Arkansas.
During his younger years he spent time in the military and briefly
worked as a television repairman. The majority of his life was spent making a
living working the ground as a farmer, alongside his faithful and trusted
friend, Tyler “Bud” Ison. In addition to being a wonderful provider for his
family, he also had a deep relationship with the Lord, serving as a deacon at
Parma General Baptist Church for many years. His million dollar smile and kind
words made him a friend to everyone he met.
On January 28, 1950, A. B. was united in marriage to Irene Scallion
Campbell. She preceded him in death in April of 1990. A. B. then married Jane
Lewis Campbell on November 26, 1993. She survives of the home.
A. B. is survived by one daughter, Robin and her husband Allen
(Little Boy) Ford of Parma, MO; one son, Alan Campbell, of Kennett, MO; two step-daughters, Marla and Terry
Blankenship of Parma, MO, and
Sherry and Ronnie Bess, of Bolivar, MO; one step-son, Steve and Debbie Lewis of
Dexter, MO. His grandchildren, who
knew him as “Pa,” include Jenny Ford Morgan, Amber King, Kelly Ford, Austin
Campbell, Shayna Campbell, Brandon Blankenship,
Heather Lewis, Matthew Lewis, and Melissa Bess, along with 14
great-grandchildren. He is also survived by one sister, Della Matlock, of
Catron, MO; and two brothers, Jimmy Dale Campbell of Plumerville, Arkansas, and
Jerry “KoKo” and wife JoAnn Campbell of Conway, Arkansas as well as numerous
nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by one sister, Ruby Mauk, and three
brothers, I.D. Campbell Jr., Ira “Snooks” Campbell, and Glen Campbell.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m., Friday, July 22, 2016 at
the Landess Funeral Home in Malden, MO with Pastor Keith Kennedy officiating.
Burial will follow in Mounds Cemetery at Lilbourn, MO
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Parma, New
Madrid Co., MO, Obituary
https://watkinsfuneralhome.com/tribute/details/1883/Mary-Blankinship/obituary.html
Mary Blankinship of Parma,
daughter of the late Arthur and Myrtle Gillbreath Neal, was born in Parma, Missouri on October
11, 1931, and passed away at the Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar
Bluff [Butler Co., MO] on December 8,
2019, at the age of 88 years, 1 month and 27 days.
She had lived in Parma all of her life,
had worked as a CNA, Med Tech and in In Home Care until the age of 82. She was
a member of the Eastern Star and the Church of Christ faith.
On March 14, 1960, she married Ulysses Solomon
"Blanky" Blankinship in Piggott, Arkansas. He preceded her in death on
July 2, 1990.
She was preceded in death by one son,
Lowell Shelby; five brothers, Carl, Riley, Raymond, Harry and Charles Eugene
Neal, and two sisters, Louise Gilbreath and Violet Ward.
Surviving are one daughter and husband, Sharon
& Roy Duncan of Malden; one son and wife, Ulysses
"Boy", Jr. & Kim Blankinship of Malden; fourteen grandchildren,
Louisa, Louis, Aquita, Stefan, Mandy, Quinten, Kastenny, Hilary, Ryan, Aaron,
Joshua, Brandon, Drew and Jessica; fourteen great grandchildren, Quianna,
Samone, Jeniyah, Nevaeh, Camille, Morgan, Jacob, Tristan, Annabell, Lorelei,
David, Aidan, Asher and Olivia; five great great grandchildren, Ronell,
Raniyah, Rahmad, Nolen and Daniel; one sister, Donna June Ates of Florissant.
Other relatives and friends also survive.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm,
on Thursday, December 12, 2019, at the Watkins & Sons Chapel in Parma with
Bro. Rufus Williamson of Parma officiating. Interment will follow in the Mounds
Park Cemetery in New Madrid, Missouri.
Newton
2016, Diamond, Newton
Co., MO, Obituary
The Joplin Globe, (MO) - October 28, 2016
Rose Ann Martin, age 76, of Diamond, Mo., went to her heavenly home
on Wednesday, October 26, 2016, at Freeman Hospital, Joplin, Mo. She was born
December 3, 1939, in Oakland, Calif., to the late Oscar Ackerman and Gladys
Judd Ackerman.
Rose graduated from Diamond High School and retired as a dispatcher
for Southwestern Bell and AT&T. Rose was a member of First Baptist Church
of Diamond and the Diamond Improvement Group.
Surviving Rose are two sons, Dennis Cullum, of Neosho, Mo., and Lee
Martin and wife, Lisa, of Wellsville, Kan.; sister, Ruth Dunham and husband,
Jack, of St. Charles, Mo.; grandchildren, Derek Cullum, Cassandra Cullum, Gage
Martin, Tyler Bastress, and Danielle Martin; great-grandchildren, Rylee Blankenship,
Japrea Tumbleson, Dylan Bastress, and Adalynd Phillips; numerous extended
family and friends.
Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary
and a Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Neosho, Newton Co., MO, Obituary
Neosho Daily News (MO) - December 23, 2015
A Neosho woman sustained minor injuries when her vehicle left a
Newton County highway at 1: 38 p.m. Tuesday. Pandora A. Blankenship was driving westbound on Missouri Highway 86 when her 2012 Kia
Soul traveled off the left side of the roadway and struck a culvert, a mile
west of Fairview, the patrol reported. She was wearing her seatbelt and was
taken by ambulance to Freeman West Hospital in Joplin for treatment.
+2018, Neosho, Newton Co., MO, Obituary
Neosho Daily News (MO) - December 18, 2018
Nadine Blankenship,
92, a longtime resident of Neosho, Missouri passed away on December 10, 2018 in
Conway, Arkansas where she lived for the past 11 years. She was born August 15,
1926 at her parents' home in the Carr Lane Community in southwest Missouri. She
was the second child of Hershel and Mae Reynolds Leonard.
Mrs. Blankenship was a member of the United Methodist Church in
Neosho, MO. She graduated from the School of the Ozarks in 1946, when it was a
residential High School. She married
Wilbur Blankenship on December 21, 1947, and they lived in
Neosho until moving to Conway, AR in 2007. She served for many years as a nurse
for Dr. Paul Anderson at Sale Memorial Hospital in Neosho. She retired in 1984.
Nadine was an accomplished seamstress, often sewing for her family. During
their retirement years Nadine and Wilbur enjoyed many travels across the United
States.
She is survived by two daughters,
Janice Blankenship James and husband Terry of Conway, AR and Carol Blankenship Ward and husband Charles of Harrison, TN; five
grandchildren, Kimberly James Plumley and husband Matt of Conway, AR, Wesley
James and wife Jamie of Collierville, TN, Becky James Holland and husband Frank
(Trey) of Orlando, FL, David Ward of Boston MA and Jason Ward of Collierville,
TN; and four great grandchildren, Kyle Holland of Orlando, FL, Jackson James
and Luke James of Collierville, TN, and Peyton Nicole Plumley and Morgan
Plumley of Conway, and John David Plumley of Benton, AR. She is also survived
by her sister Lavon White of Seneca, MO and several nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Blankenship was a devoted wife, loving mother, and wonderful
grandmother. For the last few years of her life she resided at Brookdale Senior
Living Community in Conway, AR. She was a good friend to all and enjoyed her
time there.
Graveside services was held at 1:00 pm, on Thursday, December 13,
2018, at IOOF Cemetery in Neosho. Clark Funeral Home in
Neosho.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Neosho, Newton Co., MO, Obituary
http://obituaries.joplinglobe.com/
James 'Jim' Arthur Blankenship was born July 25, 1935, in Wichita, KS, the son of Paul and Beulah (Albright) Blankenship. He entered into rest on September 5, 2019, in Neosho, MO,
following an extended illness at the age of 84.
Jim grew up in Belle Plain, KS, except for four years during World
War II. He then attended a one room country school and graduated from Belle
Plaine High School in 1952. He received an Associates of Arts degree from
Central Christian College, in Bartlesville, OK, and a BA degree from Lipscomb
University, Nashville, TN, and a MS degree from Pittsburg State University. He
taught fifth and sixth grades for three years at Neel's Bend School, in
Madison, TN, two years at Neosho High School and 28 years at Diamond High
School.
After retiring from teaching in 1989, he worked at Montgomery Ward,
in Joplin, and from 1993 to 2000 at Lowe's Home Improvement, in Joplin. In
addition, he taught photography classes at Crowder for several years during the
1990s.
Jim enjoyed traveling and visited about 28 different countries and
43 states. He was a member of the Rocketdyne Road Church of Christ.
Jim is survived by two sons,
Lloyd Blankenship and Alan Blankenship;
three grandchildren, Derick Blankenship, Ashley Blankenship
and Brian Blankenship; six great- grandchildren; and a sister, Marcia
Shepard.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 11, at 10 am,
at the Clark Funeral Home Chapel of Memories. Interment will follow in the
Neosho IOOF Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Nodaway
2019, Maryville, Nodaway
Co., MO, Obituary
The Maryville Daily Forum, (MO) - September 23, 2019
Norma Jean Moyer, 91, passed away peacefully on Friday, September
20, 2019. She was born on December 12, 1927, in Humbolt, Nebraska, to William
T. Bahl and Mary Elizabeth (Henry) Bahl, who preceded her in death.
"Jeanne" attended grade school in Humbolt, until the
family moved to Mound City, Missouri, where she completed elementary school and
graduated from high school. Upon graduation, she attended NWMSC in Maryville,
Missouri, where she pledged the Tri Sigma Epsilon sorority and was a
cheerleader for the Bearcats. After just two years of classes, she taught first
grade in Tarkio, Missouri. Jeanne graduated in 1949, with a Bachelor of Science
degree in elementary education.
On May 27, 1949, she married the love of her life, Paul Wilson
Moyer. They were blessed with four children, one son and three daughters.
Jeanne was happy to be a stay at home mom. She enjoyed reading to, as well as,
baking, singing and playing with her children. She was very involved at Horace
Mann Laboratory School, earlier as a student teacher and later, as a volunteer
and room mother. She was a Girl Scout leader for several years helping one
troop complete their Curved Bar award. Her family was always at the front and
center of her life.
Jeanne loved to socialize with her friends. She enjoyed playing
bridge with the girls and their monthly supper club with couples. She was a
fifty year member of the Tri Sigma Alumnae Association as well as, Chapter HT
of P.E.O. She held numerous offices in both organizations. Jeanne helped raise
funds for the Experiment in International Living while chairing Christmas Around the World in 1969. The Moyers hosted two students,
one from France and one from Mexico.
Jeanne worked in the office of their Superior Laundry and Cleaners
business. She loved greeting the customers and entertaining the employees on
holidays with her yummy baked treats.
In 1978, she and Paul moved to Hopkins, Missouri, to devote more
time to the farming operation. Jeanne always had a delicious lunch and
afternoon dessert ready for everyone who might show up to work or just for a
visit; No one ever went away hungry. She was a wonderful wife, mother and
partner, filling in wherever and whenever she was needed.
In 1971, she received the NWMSC Mother of the Year award. She was
humbled, but truly deserving.
Jeanne and Paul loved to travel. They were fortunate enough to
visit Mexico, Ireland, Alaska, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and many states
in the USA.
Jeanne loved children. In 1982, she took a job in Parnell,
Missouri, where she taught first grade for the next three years. She believed
in active learning, making it both exciting and fun.
In 2014, Jeanne became the subject of "My Gramma
Stories", written about funny incidents that occurred in her own life. She
loved the notoriety and sharing the stories with her great grandchildren. She
was fortunate to find LOVE a second time in her life. She spent much of the
past four years enjoying time with her longtime friend, Jack Kee. Their love
for each other was inspiring.
She was preceded in death by her three sisters, one brother and
their spouses, Thelma Bahl, Billie Heck (Dean), Annabel Patterson, and Gordon
Bahl (Katherine).
Jeanne is survived by a son, Jerry Moyer and wife, Marilyn Moyer,
Titusville, Florida, and three daughters,
Paula Savaiano and husband, Angelo, LeClaire, Iowa, Dian Blankenship and husband,
Doug, Glenwood, Iowa, and Linda March and
husband, Craig, Edgewood, New Mexico. She is also survived by a sister in law,
Esther Moyer, Maryville, Missouri.
Jeanne took special joy and pride in her seven grandchildren,
Angela (Jon) Possehl, Davenport, Iowa, Staci (Chris) Willis, Glenview,
Illinois, Tammy (Michael) Lunetto, Chicago, Illinois, Matt (Heather) Kincade,
DePere, Wisconsin, Marc (Katie) Kincade, Mason City, Iowa, Megan (Ryan) Bigos,
Longmont, Colorado, and Justin Moyer (Inggrid), Los Angeles, California. She
was also the proud great grandmother to 16 great grandchildren, Anna, Nate, and
Sofia Possehl, Cameron, Olivia, and Mallory Willis, Emelia and Ben Lunetto,
Hayden, Brennen, and Jacob Kincade, Caylee, Brooklyn, and Campbell Kincade, and
Sebastian and Saylor Bigos.
Per Jeanne's wishes, a celebration of life was held for the
immediate family.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Oregon
+2015, Thayer, Oregon Co., MO, Obituary
http://carterfuneralhomeinc.com/obituaries2/2015/02/25/hosea-blankenship/
Hosea Bernard
Blankenship was born the son of George Lloyd Blankenship and Lois Lucy (Ledbetter) Blankenship on December 17, 1934, at Couch, Missouri, and departed this life on
February 23, 2015, in West Plains, Missouri, at the age of 80 years.
Mr. Blankenship
was a Veteran, proudly serving his country in the United States Navy on the USS
Essex Aircraft Carrier during the Korean Conflict and the Philippine Invasion. After
his military career, he entered the workforce as a brakeman for Frisco
Railroad. Later, he retired from the Burlington Northern Railroad, after
thirty-nine years of service. In his spare time, Hosea enjoyed fishing on Lake Norfork
or a good hunting trip. He was of the Christian faith and will truly be missed
by his family and friends. He was united in marriage on September 17, 1957, at
Hernando, Mississippi, to Clara Mae Struttmann.
He was preceded
in death by his parents, George and Lois
Blankenship.
He is survived
by his wife of fifty-seven years, Clara
Blankenship of the home in Thayer, Missouri; two sons,
Terry Lynn Blankenship of
Thayer, and Bryan Lane Blankenship of Memphis, Tennessee; one daughter, Cheryl Denise Pleasant and husband,
Cliff of Salem, Arkansas; four grandchildren, Trey Pleasant of
Jonesboro, Arkansas, Alyssa McCoy and husband, David of Austin, Texas, Clint
Pleasant of Salem, Arkansas, and Alexa Blankenship of
Thayer; one great granddaughter, Clara Mae McCoy; two sisters, Elaine Truesdell of Redding, California, and Mary Ellen Tharp of Thayer; nieces and nephews;
other relatives and friends.
Memorial
Services will be Saturday, February 28, 2015, at 2:00 PM at the Carter Funeral
Home Chapel in Thayer.
+2015, Thayer, Oregon Co., MO, Obituary
http://carterfuneralhomeinc.com/obituaries2/2015/07/29/gene-blankenship/
Rex Eugene ”
Gene” Blankenship was born the son of William Lee Blankenship and Mary (Leu) Blankenship on November 28, 1922, in Oregon County, Missouri, and died in
Springfield, Missouri, on July 28, 2015, exactly 4 months before his 93rd
birthday. He was surrounded by family and friends and slipped away peacefully.
Gene was a
life-long resident of Oregon County, except for his time in World War II,
serving across Europe in Patton’s army. His careers were as varied as his
interests. He worked with his hands and did whatever was needed to help Betty
support the family. He was a welder, machinist, carpenter, woodworker,
photographer, inventor, scuba diver, salvager, beekeeper, gardener, gyrocopter
pilot, flint napper, rock hound, and had a thousand other vocations and
interests. He had the curiosity and strength of a teenage boy and the intelligence
to drive that curiosity. He was united in marriage on April 3, 1949, at Salem,
Arkansas, to Betty Cozette Combs, who preceded him in death on January 18,
1999. He will be remembered as a loving father and grandfather, and a loyal
friend. He will truly be missed
He was preceded
in death by his father, William Blankenship; his mother, Mary Brenner; step-father, Fred Brenner; one sister,
Johanna Brenner, and
his wife of forty-nine years, Betty
Blankenship.
He is survived
by one daughter, Brenda Sue Scott and husband, Larry, of Thayer, Missouri; one son, Gary Blankenship and wife, Paula, of Springfield,
Missouri; one brother, Francis Brenner and wife, Louise, of Thayer, Missouri; three grandchildren, Sarah Scott Blankenship of Thayer, Lauren Scott and
husband, Aaron Jones, of Springfield, Cat Blankenship of Los Angeles, California; four great grandchildren, Elly, Anna, Amy,
and Austin, all of Thayer; other relatives, and many friends.
Funeral Services
will be Friday, July 31, 2015, at 2:00 PM at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in
Thayer, with Sheila Smith officiating. Burial will be in the Thayer Cemetery in
Thayer, Missouri, with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home,
Inc. in Thayer.
2017, Thayer, Oregon Co., MO, Obituary
http://carterfuneralhomeinc.com/obituaries2/2017/04/21/paul-james-roberts/
Paul James
Roberts was born the son of Paul J. Roberts and Juanita Blankenship Roberts on June 27,
1939, in Couch, Missouri, and died April 21, 2017, in Thayer, Missouri, at the
age of 77 years.
Paul was united
in marriage on March 9, 1984 in Oregon County, Missouri to Maxine Pole
Fitzgerald. He was a Christian and attended the State Line Pentecostal Church. He
was a farmer and a well-known trapper in this area. He enjoyed listening to
running dogs, coon hunting, fishing and gardening. He was an honest man, always
willing to help where help was needed. He will be missed by his family and many
friends.
Paul was
preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Juanita Roberts; one brother, Kelly
Roberts; and two sisters, Betty Pingleton and Sharon Kay Wilburn.
He is survived
by his wife, Maxine Roberts of the home in Thayer, Missouri; three children,
Dean Roberts and wife, Debbie of Myrtle, Missouri, Casey Roberts and wife,
Kelly of Gatewood, Missouri , and Paula Fuller and husband, Daren of Mammoth
Spring, Arkansas; one step-son, James Fitzgerald and wife, Heather of Jupiter, Florida;
eight grandchildren, Jeffery, Krystle, Cody, Douglas, Cassie, Deshia, Drew, and
Rowan; four great grandchildren, Dominick, Hunter, Kolt and Annalee; one
brother, Ray Roberts and wife, Janet of Couch, Missouri; several nieces, nephews;
other relatives and many friends.
Funeral
services for Paul James Roberts will be held Monday, April 24, 2017 at 2:00 PM
at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, with Brother Wayne Hurst
officiating.
+2017, Thayer, Oregon Co., MO, Obituary
Clara Blankenship, 79 [1938], of Thayer, died at 8:45 p.m. Thursday,
Sept. 21, 2017, in Shady Oaks Health Care, Thayer.
Carter Funeral Home, Inc., Thayer.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Clara B.
Blankenship – b.11Aug1938 – Thayer, MO: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2M8Q-WKB
Relatives -
Brian K. Blankenship, Byran L. Blankenship, Cheryl D. Blankenship, Connie
Wilson Blankenship, Hosea B. Blankenship, Terry L. Blankenship.
Osage
+2015, Linn, Osage Co., MO, Obituary
Jefferson City News-Tribune (MO) - October 21, 2015
Mr. Ivary L. Mobley, age 92 years, of Linn, Mo., died Monday,
October 19, 2015, at Westphalia
Hills Nursing Center. Ivary was born April 4, 1923, in Phelps County, Mo., the
son of Everette F. and Zula Bray Mobley.
He was married on December 10, 1969, in Jefferson City, Mo. to Birdie A. Blankenship, who preceded him in death on September
21, 1987.
Ivary served in the United States Army during World War II in the
South Pacific. A lifelong resident of the Jefferson City area, Ivary was
employed at Gerbes West for 20 years prior to his retirement in 1988.
Previously, he was employed with the International Shoe Factory and Von Hoffman
Press. He enjoyed fishing and his cars.
Survivors include: two daughters, Tina L. Steinman and her husband
Paul of Linn, Mo. and Peggy L. Petri and her husband Phillip of Lacey's Spring,
Alabama; one son, William D. Mobley and his wife Kathy; one stepson, Robert
Holland; six grandchildren, William J. Petri, USN, and his wife Heejung, Chase
Mobley, Chance Mobley, Hailey Steinman, Lauren Steinman, and Justin Wright; two
great-grandchildren, April L. Petri and Ethan P. Petri.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; four brothers,
Lilburn Mobley, Adolph Mobley, Lester Mobley, and Virgil Mobley; one sister,
Margaret Mobley; one daughter Rebecca Mobley; and one stepson, James Merrill.
A Celebration of Life will be conducted at 3:00 p.m. Thursday,
October 22, 2015, in the Mausoleum of Hawthorn Memorial Gardens. Graveside
services and interment with military honors immediately follow the service.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Perry
2015, Perryville, Perry Co., MO, Obituary
Harrisburg Daily Register (IL) Date: April 2, 2015
Jason Dwayne Lane, 37 of Perryville, Mo., formerly of Junction,
passed away 4:32 p.m. Monday, March 30, 2015, at the Perry County Memorial
Hospital in Perryville, Mo. He was born on July 12, 1977, in Eldorado, the son
of Gary Dwayne and Sherri Lynn (Moye) Lane.
He married Melinda P. Potter on Nov. 1, 1997. Jason worked as a
prison guard, tach team officer at the Menard Correctional Center. He was a
member of the Pisgah General Baptist Church.
Jason is survived by his wife, Melinda P. Lane of Perryville, Mo.;
three sons, Jake Golden of Ridgway, Logan and Dylan Lane of Perryville, Mo.;
two daughters, Brittany York and David of Steeleville, Bethany York of
Perryville, Mo.; his parents, Gary and Sherri Lane of Junction; his brother,
Travis and Emma Lane of Harrisburg; his sister, Brittney and Nick Capeheart of
Shawnee town; paternal grandmother, Ruby Lane of Junction; maternal
grandparents, Noble and Irma Moye of Ridgway; two grandsons, Caleb and Aiden;
five nieces and nephews, Halle, Ellah and Avah Lane, Brayden and Aniston
Capeheart; sister-in-law, Erin and Greg
Blankenship and Will of
Riceville, Tenn.; father and mother-in-law, Willie and Barbara Potter of
Harrisburg.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, William Luther Lane.
Visitation for Jason will be 10 a.m. to the 1 p.m. service time
Friday, April 3, 2015, at the Vickery Funeral Chapel in Equality. The Rev.
Jerry Williams will be officiating the service with
burial at Hill Cemetery near Rim Rock of rural Elizabethtown.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Pettis
+2018, Hughesville, Pettis Co., MO, Obituary
The Sedalia Democrat, (MO) - January 22, 2018
Jacob John Wissman, 81, of Hughesville passed away Friday January
19, 2018 at Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia, [Pettis Co., MO]. He was born on March 11, 1936 in
Sedalia, the son of Jacob J. and Maude (Davis) Wissman, who preceded him in
death.
Jake enjoyed hunting, fishing, being
outside on his tractor, playing marbles and cards. He had a good sense of humor and liked
telling jokes. Jake especially loved spending time with his family.
On December 22, 1956 in Sedalia he was united in marriage to
Maurine Taylor who preceded him in death on June 12, 2013.
In addition to his wife Maurine and his parents, he was preceded in
death by four brothers, Chester, Don, Cleo and Eldon Wissman; four sisters,
Bonnie Dick, Jane Montgomery, Ann Richards, and JoAnn Hedges; and a great-granddaughter, Addison Blankenship.
Survivors include three children,
Cynthia Lowry and her husband Norman of Warsaw, Mike Wissman and his wife Mary
of Cole Camp, and Sandy
Blankenship and her husband Don of Houstonia; nine grandchildren; and fourteen
great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 24,
2018 at Rea Funeral Chapel with Rev. Dan Hankins officiating. Burial will be at
Highland Sacred Gardens, Sedalia. Pallbearers
will be Andrew Blankenship, Bart Wissman, Dan Wissman, Heath Wissman,
Kevin Wissman, and Kirk Wissman.
Honorary pallbearer will be Nick Hawn.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Sedalia, Pettis Co., MO, Obituary
Published in SedaliaDemocrat.com from Mar. 16
to Mar. 17, 2015
Daniel Ellis Heaton, 26, of Sedalia left all earthly possessions
behind to be with the Lord to care for us from above on March 13, 2015. He was
born on July 9, 1988 in Sedalia, son of Dalles Heaton and Sabrina (Blankenship) Heaton, who survive
of Sedalia.
Daniel is survived by the love of his life Danielle Wilken and
three beautiful daughters Jazlyn, Kaitlyn and Mariah Wilken who made his life
complete. Also survived by three sisters, Amanda Martin of Sedalia, Rachell
Heaton of Kansas City, and Jennifer Heaton of Clifton City; two brothers Dalles
W. Heaton of Sedalia, and Darren Heaton of Kansas City; two nephews Corbin
Heaton and Zander Heaton; two nieces Sierra Dehaven and Robin Dillon.
The enormous size of Daniel's heart was evident from the beginning.
He loved and easily developed an understanding with any animal he met, and was
particularly fond of the lambs being raised by his parents. He found the beauty
in God's majesty and would take the time to appreciate the wonders. Daniel was
passionate about wrestling and would spend time helping the youth wrestling
club, working with the kids helping them with their technique. He loved
football, during football season he could fill you in on anything and would
speak with enthusiasm on the subject.
Daniel lived for learning; his favored interests included sports,
history, and philosophy. He enjoyed being a friend and was a great storyteller
as well as an empathetic listener. Daniel was also a great teacher. His
unconditional love and unselfishness are lasting lessons to any that were
touched by his generosity. Daniel's weakest and strongest moments all come from
his heart. He loved deeply and kept his heart open always. Even at a young age
of 26, Daniel understood life and knew what was important. He valued people,
not possessions. He invested heavily in people, and received fulfilling
returns. Daniel lived with such a fire anyone who knew him couldn't help but be
drawn towards that. Daniel's greatest achievement is a legacy of love he shared
with all of us, that will carry on for an eternity.
Memorial service will be held at 7:00 pm, Thursday, March 19, 2015
at Rea Funeral Chapel with Pastor Steve Graff and Pastor Rob Ayers officiating.
Burial of Daniels ashes will be at Union Cemetery, Nelson, MO
at a later date. Bearers will be Darren Heaton, Dalles W. Heaton, Michael
Kusgen, Kyle Drexler, Alan Bisenieks and Mitch Potter. Honorary bearers will be
David Deeds, Richard Cramer, Jose Ojead, Nathan St.Cyr, Blake Brockway and Joe
Garcia
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Sedalia, Pettis Co., MO, Obituary
Published in SedaliaDemocrat.com from June 28
to June 29
Charles William "Bill" Hayworth, 76, of Sedalia, passed
away Saturday, June 27, 2015, at the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital
in Columbia, [Boone Co., MO]. He was born January 15, 1939, in
Sedalia, son of William Orville and Alice Lorraine Phillips Hayworth.
On April 30, 1965, in Sedalia, he married Shirley Mae Yankee, who
survives of the home.
Mr. Hayworth served honorably in the U.S. Army from November 1961
to November 1963. He retired as a custodian from Bunceton School. He was a
member of Lamine Baptist Church, Disabled American Veterans, the ALS
Association, and was a former member of Central Missouri Coon Hunters
Association, 3s and 8s CB Club, Carpenters Union and Teamsters Union. He
enjoyed farming, raising chickens, snagging, camping and playing with his
grandkids.
In addition to his wife of 50 years, survivors include three
children, Nancy Thierfelder (Michael), of Sedalia, Sanda Lide (Michael), of
Rolla, and Donnie Hayworth (Missie), of Sedalia; 10 grandchildren, Nick
Lindenmeyer, Tyler Lindenmeyer, Branden Thierfelder, Kevin Thierfelder, Clayton
Thierfelder, Charles Lide, Andrew Lide, Kassie Lide, Bonnie DeBates and Emily
Hayworth; nine great-grandchildren, Zoey, Macy, Izly, Abby, Ella, William,
Roderick, Kayla and Jonah; a brother, Robert Hayworth, of Sedalia; and three sisters, Helen Gray, of Sedalia, Dana
Hayworth, of Kansas City, and Debbie
Blankenship, of Smithton.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Larry
Hayworth and Edward Hayworth; and a sister, Mildred Hall.
Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 2, at Heckart
Funeral Home, with the Rev. Marlin Brown officiating. Casket bearers will be
Dennis Lee Mullins, Russ Hayworth, Steve Hayworth, Mike Hayworth, Jim Hayworth
and Donnie Hayworth. Honorary bearers will be Doug Hayworth, Randy Hayworth and
Danny Hayworth. Burial will be in Olive Branch Cemetery, with military honors
by the U.S. Army and VFW Post 2591.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Debra May Blankenship – b.04Dec1954 -
Sedalia, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:KLPQ-8VV
Relatives:
Kimberly M. Blankenship, William Blankenship Wilson, William S. Blankenship.
2017, Sedalia, Pettis
Co., MO, Obituary
Published in SedaliaDemocrat.com from Mar. 9
to Mar. 10, 2017
Victoria Kay "Vickie" Perry, 67, of Sedalia, passed away
Wednesday, March 8, 2017, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, [Boone Co., MO]. She was born May 14, 1949, in Sedalia,
the daughter of Calvin Theodore and Edith Virginia Ford Salmons.
Vickie married Jesse A. Perry on October 11, 1984, in Sedalia. She
worked for more than 25 years as a seamstress at J. A. Lamys and after
retirement she continued as a seamstress for friends and family. She volunteered
many hours for the Bothwell Hospital Auxiliary, where she served as membership
chairman. She was also a member of East Sedalia Baptist Church.
Vickie especially loved her grandkids. She will be remembered as a
good person, friendly, outgoing and always ready to help others.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and two siblings who were
still born.
She is survived by her husband, Jesse; two sons, James Hill
(Karen), of Smithton, Ruben Hill (Mary) , of Sedalia; two grandsons, Brandon
Hill (Ashley) and Chandler Hill; two great-grandchildren, Landon Hill and
Hunter Hill; two sisters, Lucy Craig, of Sedalia, and Janice Littlepage, of
Sedalia; and two brothers, Leonard
Salmons, of Sedalia, and Mike
Blankenship, of Dresden.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, March 13, 2017, at
Heckart Funeral Home, with Jeff Page officiating. Casket bearers will be
Christopher Bolling, Kenny Wood, Patrick Perry, Brad Dillon, Charlie Ross and
Chris Caballero. Honorary bearers will be Don Perry, Jim Perry and Donald Perry
III.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Michael Lee
Blankenship – b.04Jun1955 - Sedalia, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MZ4-XRB
Relatives -
Bradley Michael Blankenship, Brad M. Blankenship.
+2017, Sedalia, Pettis
Co., MO, Obituary
The Sedalia Democrat, (MO) - November 13, 2017
Anna Mae (McNeal) James age 53 went home to be with our Heavenly Father
November 6, 2017 after a long battle with lung disease. Born
April 21, 1964 in Sedalia, MO to Luther and Margaret
(Blankenship) McNeal.
Anna was proceeded in death by her parents
and 2 sisters, Jeanne Curry and Wanda Aldrich.
She was married to Eric James for 16 years. Anna had 5 children, 10
grandchildren, 5 siblings and many nieces and nephews, many great and great
great nieces and nephews. Not to mention, lots of friends far and near.
Graveside services will be at Crown Hill Cemetery November 18, 2017
at 1pm.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Sedalia, Pettis
Co., MO, Obituary
The Sedalia Democrat, (MO) - November 15, 2017
Marvin E. Harrelson Sr., 92, of Sedalia, passed away at his home
surrounded by his family on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2017. He was born Aug. 3, 1925,
in Fallett, TX, son of Rich and Otha (Elam) Harrelson.
On Feb. 4, 1948, he married Vonda Cunningham in Davenport, Iowa.
She preceded him in death in 1981. He then in 1989 married Ruth Horn in
Smithton, who preceded him in death in 2011.
He was a heavy equipment mechanic for Howards and Clarkson
Construction Companies from 1957 until retiring in 1992. As a farmer in his
younger years he raised and showed registered quarter horses. Later he began
raising beef cattle which he did until his death. He served his country
honorably in the Army during World War II.
He enjoyed gardening, hunting, fishing, and mushroom hunting. He
had a passion for raising cattle, taking care of his cats and his dog, Spot. He
always was there for and loved his family, step family, grandchildren, great
grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. He always lent a helping hand to his
friends, neighbors, and anyone who needed one. He will be remembered as the
great guy he was and will be greatly missed and forever remembered.
Including his parents and wives, he was preceded in death by two
brothers, three sisters, three brothers-in-law; two sisters-in-law; and a
grandson, William Joseph Buchholz.
Survivors include his son, Marvin E. Harrelson Jr. and wife Susan
of Sedalia; two daughters, Barbara and husband Dean Sallee of Sedalia, and
Donna King of Sedalia; two stepdaughters,
Diana Durrill and Linda Blankenship;
stepson, Curtus Ray Warner; five grandchildren: two grandsons, Zack King and
Josh Sallee, three granddaughters, Leslie Harrelson, Dana (Evan) Shrock, Rachel
(Darryl) Hayward; five great granddaughters, Lauren, Emily, and Kinley King,
and Haley and Sara Schrock; one step-granddaughter, Jennifer (Jared) Page; and
one step great-granddaughter, Jessica Todd.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, at
Heckart Funeral Home, with Chaplain Bill Douglas officiating. The Patriot Guard
Riders will provide honors. Casket bearers will be Harley Harrelson, Bob
Harrelson, Jimmy Cunningham, Donald Cunningham, William Cunningham and Mark
Taylor. Burial will be in Highland Sacred Gardens, with full military honors by
the U.S. Army and VFW Post 2591.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Sedalia, Pettis
Co., MO, Obituary
Published in SedaliaDemocrat.com from Dec. 1
to Dec. 2, 2017
Jesse Thomas "JT" Blankenship, 84, of Sedalia, MO passed away Friday,
Dec. 1, 2017 at Fair View Nursing Home in Sedalia. He was born on Oct. 20, 1933
in Sedalia, the son of Ruben
and Hazel (Fair) Blankenship,
who preceded him in death.
On Feb. 14, 1979 he was united in marriage to Sharon Arvieux, who
survives of the home He worked for Santa Fe Railroad for 55 years before he
started J&S Trailer in Kansas City, KS. Jesse enjoyed watching birds, deer
and wild turkey. He was an avid coin collector and member of the Sedalia Coin
Club and the Pettis County Democrat Club.
He was preceded in death by his brother Ruben
Blankenship, Jr, his sister Ruth Hicky,
his step-father Mike Grinstead, his nephew
Butch Blankenship, and his niece Vicki
Blankenship.
Besides his wife Sharon, survivors include five children, Thomas "Tom" Blankenship (Melissa) of Wichita, KS, Karen "Susie" Case (Steve) of Dubuque, IA, Pam Schrant (Terry) of Wichita, KS, Sherry
Struble (Mike) of Anthony, KS, and Cynthia
"Cindy" Sinnett (John) of Kansas City, MO; his step-sister, Anita
Bunch of Sedalia; a step-brother Roger Grinstead of Oregon; several
grandchildren and great grandchildren; and his special friends, Cindy McKeon
and Tina Milburn.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2017 at
Rea Funeral Chapel, Sedalia, MO with Rev. Dan Hankins, officiating. Burial will
be at Crown Hill Cemetery, Sedalia, MO. Pallbearers
will be Paul Young, Rick Robertson, Brad Blankenship, Mike Blankenship, Shawn Blankenship,
and Rick McKeon. Honorary bearers will be Morgan and Nick McKeon, Jr.
Jefferies, Paulie Ford, Wes Keele, and Larry Grinstead.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Sedalia, Pettis
Co., MO, Obituary
The Sedalia Democrat, (MO) - December 28, 2017
Charlotte Pauline Staton, 74, of Sedalia, passed away Wednesday,
December 27, 2017, at Life Care Center in Carrollton. She was born February 13,
1943, in Vallejo, CA, the daughter of John and Marjorie Ruth Wakefield.
On November 21, 1986, in Chillicothe, MO, she was united in
marriage to Donald Staton. Charlotte was a Christian and was a member of the
Broadway Baptist Church in Sedalia. She held various occupations throughout her
life including being a beautician, truck driver, EMT, and TV producer. She
enjoyed computing, singing, boat riding and fishing. She loved being with her
family and church family. She was always taking care of everybody and will be
remembered for her loving personality.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a
daughter, Rhonda Crawford; and brother, Paul Wakefield.
In addition to her husband of 31 years, she is survived by eight children, Ronald Blankenship, of Lake Ozark, Sherry Gustin, of Kansas
City, Penny Burk, of Kansas City, Dennis Blankenship,
of Independence, Daniel Blankenship, of
Ormond Beach, FL, Carmen Smith, of Dearborn, Leanna Graham, of Port St. Lucie,
FL, and Crissy Staton, of Carrollton; four step-children, Julie Dick, of
Sapulpa, OK, April Staton, Donald Staton Jr. and Rachel Harman, all of
Carrollton; 34 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; three sisters,
Barbara Patredis, Marjorie Pundmann and Beverly Saenz; and two brothers, John
Wakefield and Kenneth Wakefield.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 2, at
Heckart Funeral Home, with the Rev. Tim Rehmer officiating. Casket bearers will
be her grandsons. Burial will be in the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in
Higginsville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Sedalia, Pettis Co., MO, Obituary
The Sedalia Democrat, (MO) - March 4, 2019
Helen Louise Gray, 81, of Sedalia, MO, passed away Saturday, March
2, 2019 at Four Seasons Living Center in Sedalia. She was born on January 25,
1938 in Sedalia, the daughter of William and Alice (Phillips) Hayworth, who preceded her in
death.
She was united in marriage to Harold Gray, who preceded her in
death. Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son,
Larry Schick; four brothers, William Hayworth, Robert Hayworth, Edward
Hayworth, and Larry Hayworth; a sister, Mildred Seifner; a granddaughter, Vonnie;
and a great-granddaughter, Nia.
She is survived by a son, Tony Lamb (Patty McGinnis) of Sedalia;
five daughters, Cindy Hodge (Larry) of Sedalia, Alice White (Phillip) of
Sedalia, Brenda Simpson (John) of Sedalia, Lori Rains (Derek Ginger) of Mora,
MO, and a daughter adopted out at birth, Beth Montes of Sedalia; two sisters, Debbie Blankenship of Sedalia and Dana Hayworth of Kansas City; twelve grandchildren;
twenty-three great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; three
sisters-in-law, Florence Hayworth, Shirley Hayworth, and Donna Hayworth, all of
Sedalia; and many nieces and nephews.
A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Rea Funeral Chapel.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Pike
+2016, Bowling Green, Pike
Co., MO, Obituary
The People's Tribune, (Bowling Green, MO) - September 26, 2016
Mabel Meyer, 93, of
Bowling Green died Thursday, Sept. 22, 2016 at St. Luke's Hospital West in Chesterfield, [St.
Louis Co., MO]. Mabel was born May 20, 1923 in Clarksville, Tenn., the daughter
of Douglas and Nina Lee Chester Blankenship.
Mabel was a member of the St. Clement Catholic Church, worked for
Sanderson Clothing Store and then worked 26 years as a social worker for the
Division of Family Services, retiring March 1, 1991. Overall, she spent her
life loving and caring for Bobby. Stock car racing was Bob, Mabel and Bobby's
family event. The announcers, racers and spectators recognized them each week
and they earned the title the "Three Musketeers".
On July 15, 1942 she married Robert Meyer. He preceded her in death
on Aug. 4, 1986. She was also preceded in death by infant daughter, Betty Jean
Meyer.
Survivors include a son, Robert B. (Bobby) Meyer Jr. of Bowling Green.
A funeral Mass was held at 10:00 a.m., Monday at St. Clement
Catholic Church with Fr. Bill Peckman officiating. Burial was in St. Clement
Cemetery. Pallbearers were Mark Morton, Mike Christensen, Don Nacke, Ernie
Brown, Art Flynn and Bruce Scherder.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Louisiana, Pike Co., MO, Obituary
Hannibal Courier-Post (MO) - June 6, 2017
Mr. Eugene Victor Struttman, 86, of Louisiana, MO, passed away
Thursday, June 1, 2017, at Hannibal Regional Hospital in Hannibal, [Marion
Co.,] MO. He was born Nov.
18, 1930, in Rhineland, MO, the son of Frank and Laura VanBooven Struttman.
Gene had been employed with the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers for
33years before retiring. He was a veteran serving with the United States Army
during the Korean conflict. He was a Mortar Gunner at the DMZ in Korea. He
earned two battle stars and attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. He was a
lifetime member of VFW Post 5553 in Bowling Green, MO, and a lifetime member of
American Legion Post 370 in Louisiana, MO. He was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic
Church in Louisiana, MO. He enjoyed watching the St. Louis Cardinals play
baseball and was an avid auto racing fan. He was a man who could fix almost
anything.
He married Berniece Viola Zweifel March 2, 1963, at New Florence,
MO.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Laura Van Booven
Struttman; one son, Glendel Wayne Struttman; one brother, Cyril Struttman; and
a sister, Nadine Sullivan.
Gene is survived by his wife, Berniece V. Struttman, of the home;
one son; Mark Struttman (Amanda) of Hermann, MO; one daughter, Angela Colter
(Scott) of New Bloomfield, MO; one granddaughter, Laura Jane Hagedorn (A.J.) of
California, MO; three step children, Ashley and Cody Colter, both of Jefferson
City, MO, and T. J. Harris of Hermann, MO; two brothers, Frank Struttman (Mary)
and Doug Struttman (Debbie) all of Hermann, MO; four sisters, LaFern O'Keefe and Shirley Baur (Don), all of St. Charles,
MO, Verlee Drury (Al) of Bridgeton, MO, and Clara Mae Blankenship of Thayer, MO; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were at 11 a.m. Monday, June 5, 2017, at the St.
Joseph Catholic Church in Louisiana, MO. Father Lou Dorn officiated. Burial was
at the Hermann City Cemetery in Hermann, MO. Pallbearers are Ben Priess, Ed
Ruchalski, Steve Mintle, Dustin Von Vain, Frank Struttman and Keith Sullivan.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Clara M.
Blankenship – b.11Aug1938 – Thayer, MO:
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2M8Q-WKB
Relatives -
Brian K. Blankenship, Byran L. Blankenship, Cheryl D. Blankenship, Connie
Wilson Blankenship, Hosea B. Blankenship, Terry L. Blankenship.
Platte
+2017, Dearborn, Platte Co., MO, Obituary
St. Joseph News-Press (MO) - September 25, 2017
Harvey Leroy Seckel, 84, of Dearborn, passed away, Friday,
September 22, 2017. He was born on December 7, 1932, to Henry Franklin and Nora Mae (Blankenship) Seckel, in Dearborn, where he grew up.
Harvey lived in the Dearborn area most of his life. Harvey worked
at the Haydite Plant for over 25 years until his retirement in 1995. He also
farmed tobacco with his brothers for many years and enjoyed going to auctions.
He was a member of the Dearborn Methodist Church and the Operating Engineers
Local 101.
Harvey was preceded in death by: his parents; brothers, Lewis,
Leonard and Fuzz Seckel; and an infant brother.
Harvey is survived by: his son, Justin Seckel and wife Farrah;
grandchildren, Janika and Elijah; sisters, Emma Jean Clayton and husband Ernie,
Shirley Kier and husband Dean, and Rose Downing and husband David; brothers Lum
Seckel and wife Nancy, and Herman Seckel; several nieces and nephews, other
relatives and many friends.
Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 26, at New Market
Christian Church, New Market, Missouri. Burial will be
in Dearborn Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Edgerton, Platte
Co., MO, Obituary
St. Joseph News-Press (MO) - November 25, 2016
Darlene Blankenship,
78, of Edgerton, passed away, November 23, 2016.
She is Survived by daughter, Wendy (Mike)
Shipley; son, Spencer (Lori) Blankenship; four grandsons; 11 great-grandchildren; brother, R. L. Masoner;
and sister, Hilda Nash.
Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, November 26, at Mt.
Zion Baptist Church, Edgerton. Burial will be in the Ridgely Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Polk
+2016, Bolivar, Polk
Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.butlerfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Orville-Blankenship/#!/Obituary
Orville Ray Blankenship age 92, of Bolivar, MO passed away Sunday, February 28, 2016 at
the Missouri Veterans Home in Mt.
Vernon, [Lawrence Co.,] Missouri. Orville was born on October 25,
1923 in Buffalo, MO, the son of Virgil Ray Blankenship and Early M.
Houser- Blankenship.
After high school Ray enlisted in the Unites States Navy and served
on the USS Mt. Olympus. He later served at Guadal Canal. He came home in 1945
and married the love of his life, Doris in 1952, she passed away in 2004. They
were married for 52 years, to this union four children
were born. Ray was an avid fisherman and he enjoyed painting, trips to Branson,
spending time with his grandchildren and great- grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by; his parents, his wife, two brothers; Bill Blankenship, Lowell Blankenship
and one sister Betty Jo.
Surviving Ray is his children;
Barbara Cochran and husband Greg of Lebanon, MO;
their children; Jason Cochran and Jeremy Cochran of Lebanon, MO; his daughter Carolyn
Short and husband Gary of Bolivar, MO; their children; Ashley Hensley of
Bolivar, MO and Lindsay Choate of Bolivar, MO; his daughter Patty Balaguera and husband Michael of Boca
Raton, FL; their children; Sarah Fredrickson of Sedalia, MO; Monica Mallory of
Kansas City, MO; Samuel Swihart of Colorado Springs, CO; his son Dennis Blankenship
and wife Karen of Sacramento, CA; their
children; Daniel
Blankenship of Bossier City,
LA; David Blankenship of Canada, Joy Harwood
of Idaho. 24 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
A funeral service for Ray will be held on Thursday, March 3, 2015
at 10 am at the Butler Funeral Home in Bolivar, MO. Burial will Follow at the
Greenwood Cemetery in Bolivar, With Pastor Dennis Blankenship officiating. Pallbearers will be Jason Cochran, David Blankenship, Daniel Blankenship,
Samuel Swihart, Eric Fredrickson and Marshal Mallory. Honorary Pallbearers
wills Charles Johnson, Justin Barnhouse, Jeremy Cochran, Lonnie Hensley and
Josh Choate.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Bolivar, Polk
Co., MO, Obituary
Bolivar Herald-Free Press (MO) - June 7, 2018
Geraldine L. Brown, 88, of Bolivar died Sunday, June 3, 2018, at
her home. The daughter of Paul and Violet Morris, Gerry was born July 23, 1929, in Oakland, Iowa.
She was united in marriage to William H. Brown on March 13, 1964.
She was a lifetime member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 138.
Gerry was preceded in death by her husband, William Hayden Brown,
and her grandson, Michael Blankenship.
Survivors include her daughter, Cheryle Rash of Hermitage; two
sons, Vincent Rocha and Daniel Rocha, both of Bolivar; and seven grandchildren
and 10 great-grandchildren.
Graveside service: 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 12, at Barren Creek
Cemetery, Fair Play, under the direction of Pitts Chapel, Bolivar.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Bolivar, Polk Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader on July 5, 2018
Ann Blankenship,
69, 03-Jul-2018, Bolivar
Butler Funeral Home.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Bolivar, Polk Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.butlerfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Ann-Blankenship/#!/Obituary
Ann Elizabeth Blankenship 69, Bolivar
passed away Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at the Magnolia Square Nursing Home in Springfield,
[Greene Co.,] MO. Ann
Elizabeth Harris was born April 14, 1949 in St Louis, Missouri to David and
Jewel Mitchener Harris.
In 1956 Ann was born again, giving her
life to Jesus Christ. She was baptized at Webster Groves Baptist Church. On
June 22, 1968 Ann was married to Robert Daniel Blankenship in Palmyra,
Missouri. To this union were born three daughters, Kimberly Ann, Barbara Ruth and Rebecca Ray. Later, to their
family were chosen Robert Shawn, Anthony Lee, Codey Daniel, Dierra Dawn and
Keisha Nicole.
Ann felt very strongly God's calling in
her life in three areas. First and foremost a calling to
family - as a wife and mother. Ann loved children, all children, and
some 25 foster children passed through their home over the years. She also
loved children in her church family and often served as a preschool Sunday
school teacher, choir teacher, GA leader and VBS teacher. Following in the
footsteps of her mother, aunts and maternal grandfather, music was Ann's second
calling and very important to her. She served numerous churches as pianist and
organist over 35 years as well as singing and directing in church choirs.
Family singing in the car was a regular pastime. Thirdly, Ann felt God's call
in the ministry of nursing. She graduated from St. John's School of Nursing in
1984 and worked many years in pediatrics, public health, home health and
hospice.
Ann is survived by Dan, her loving
husband and best friend of 50 years and her children; Kim Childress & husband
Glenn of Cross Timbers; Barbara Peterson of Bolivar and fiance Jason Fulson of
Grand Forks, North Dakota; Becky Sullins and husband Steve of Everton; Shawn Blankenship of Bolivar, Tony Blankenship and wife Cassie
of Columbia; Codey Blankenship of Cross Timbers; Dee Dee Blankenship of Bolivar; and Keisha Blankenship of Bolivar. She
is survived by 10 grandchildren, 4 step-grandchildren, 3 step- great-grandchildren
and a great-grandson to arrive in September; Heather, Haley and husband Holden
Cauthron and Holden Childress; Ashley (Peterson) and husband Andy Bean, Ryan
and wife Kaci, Nathan, Jordan, Jacob, Alexis, Sarah and Aaron Peterson;
Brittney and Brady Marshall and Andrew Sullins; Wes and Kate Bean, Nicholas
Peterson and baby Layne Cauthron in September.
Ann is survived by three brothers and
their wives; Bill Harris and wife Dinny of Alexandria, Virginia; John Harris
and wife Lois of Sandy Springs, Maryland; and Don Harris and wife Norma of
Bradenton, Florida and a host of family and friends.
Ann was preceded in death by her parents,
David and Jewel Harris, a son-in-law, David Peterson, and two foster children.
Services for Ann will be held 11:00 AM
Friday, July 6, 2018 at the Bolivar First Baptist Church. Burial will be at
3:00 PM at the Cross Timbers Cemetery, in Cross Timbers, Missouri.
+2018, Bolivar, Polk
Co., MO, Obituary
Bolivar Herald-Free Press (MO) - July 5, 2018
Ann Elizabeth Blankenship, 69, Bolivar, passed away Tuesday, July 3, 2018, at the Magnolia
Square Nursing Home in Springfield,
[Greene Co., MO]. Ann Elizabeth Harris was born April 14,
1949, in St. Louis to David and Jewel Mitchener Harris.
In 1956, Ann was born again, giving her life to Jesus Christ. She
was baptized at Webster Groves Baptist Church. On June 22, 1968, Ann was married to Robert Daniel Blankenship in Palmyra. To this union were born three daughters, Kimberly Ann, Barbara
Ruth and Rebecca Ray. Later, to their family were chosen Robert Shawn, Anthony
Lee, Codey Daniel, Dierra
Dawn and Keisha Nicole.
Ann felt very strongly God's calling in her life in three areas. First and foremost a calling to family — as a wife and mother.
Ann loved children, all children, and some 25 foster children passed through
their home over the years. She also loved children in her church family and
often served as a preschool Sunday school teacher, choir teacher, GA leader and
VBS teacher.
Following in the footsteps of her mother, aunts and maternal
grandfather, music was Ann's second calling and very important to her. She
served numerous churches as pianist and organist over 35 years, as well as
singing and directing in church choirs. Family singing in the car was a regular
pastime.
Third, Ann felt God's call in the ministry of nursing. She
graduated from St. John's School of Nursing in 1984 and worked many years in
pediatrics, public health, home health and hospice.
Ann was preceded in death by her parents, David and Jewel Harris, a
son-in-law, David Peterson, and two foster children.
Ann is survived by Dan, her loving husband and best friend of 50 years, and her children, Kim Childress and husband Glenn of Cross
Timbers, Barbara Peterson of Bolivar and fiance Jason
Fulson of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Becky Sullins and
husband Steve of Everton, Shawn
Blankenship of Bolivar, Tony Blankenship and wife Cassie of Columbia, Codey Blankenship of Cross Timbers, Dee Dee Blankenship of Bolivar and Keisha Blankenship of Bolivar.
She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, four step-grandchildren,
three step-great-grandchildren and a great-grandson to arrive in September:
Heather; Haley and husband Holden Cauthron and Holden Childress; Ashley and
husband Andy Bean; Ryan and wife Kaci, Nathan, Jordan, Jacob, Alexis, Sarah and
Aaron Peterson; Brittney and Brady Marshall and Andrew Sullins; Wes and Kate
Bean; Nicholas Peterson and baby Layne Cauthron in September.
Ann is survived by three brothers and their wives, Bill Harris and
wife Dinny of Alexandria, Virginia, John Harris and wife Lois of Sandy Springs,
Maryland, and Don Harris and wife Norma of Bradenton, Florida, and a host of
family and friends.
Services for Ann will be at 11 a.m. Friday, July 6, at Bolivar
First Baptist Church. Burial will be at 3 p.m. at Cross Timbers Cemetery in
Cross Timbers.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Bolivar, Polk
Co., MO, Obituary
Bolivar Herald-Free Press (MO) - January 3, 2019
Millard "Jack" Shreve, 91, passed away Dec. 31, 2018, at
his home. Jack was born April 2, 1927, in Carthage to Millard John Shreve and
Ila Frances Strait Shreve.
Jack grew up during the Depression, and those hardships molded his
life as a very hard-working provider. He began working at a very young age to
help his family make ends meet. Jack graduated from Joplin High School. He, his
mother, and siblings moved from Joplin to Kansas City, when he was in his early
20s. Jack, along with two of his sisters, helped to support their mother and
two younger siblings for many years. Jack worked as an optician for over 50
years.
In February 1963, Jack married
Thelma Blankenship Powell. They lived in Kansas City for almost 40
years before moving to Bolivar in 2003. Jack and Thelma were members of Ruskin
Heights Baptist Church and then Mount Olive Baptist after moving to Bolivar.
Jack was a "Mr Fix-It" kind of man. He liked to stay
busy. He was very meticulous about keeping his house and vehicles in good
repair. Jack was known for helping family and friends with projects, from
sharpening neighbors' lawn mower blades to helping with home updates and
repairs. He helped out at church many times with repairs.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents, son Carl Powell,
son-in-law Richard Couch, and sisters Jeanne Shreve Perigin and Jill Shover.
Jack is survived by his wife, Thelma, of almost 56 years; two
daughters, Jackie Sharman and Steve of Bolivar and Donna Couch of Blue Springs;
grandchildren Cody Sharman, Megan Sharman, Brad Couch and Amanda, Stephanie
Pryor and Todd, Cindy Carhart and Ryan; five great-grandchildren; sister Billie Wing; and brother Jerry Shreve.
Funeral services will be at 3 pm, Friday, Jan. 4, at Butler Funeral
Home. Burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery, Bolivar.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Thelma Jean
Shreve – b.21Nov1928 - Bolivar, MO: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MHT-MHY
Relatives -
Jacqueline G. Shreve, Millard Jack Shreve, jr.
2019, Bolivar, Polk
Co., MO, Obituary
Bolivar Herald-Free Press (MO) - April 12, 2019
Mrs. Jean Graves, 85, of Bolivar passed away Monday, April 8, 2019,
at Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility, Bolivar. She was born Sept. 7, 1933,
in Marion, Polk County, to Virgil Harlan and Emma Jane Slagle Wells.
Jean was saved at an early age at Slagle Creek Missionary Baptist
Church. She then joined the church and remained a member the rest of her life.
She was united in marriage to Ray G. Graves on June 10, 1956, and to this union
were born two children, Roxanna and Ray Anthony.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 40 years,
Ray G. "Dyke" Graves, a great-grandson Harrison Schmidt and one
brother, Dane Wells.
Jean is survived by her children, Roxanna Scott and husband Van of
Springfield and Ray Graves and wife Julie of Pleasant Hope; four grandchildren, Emily Blankenship, Matthew Graves, Andrew Graves and Isaiah
Scott; two great-granddaughters, Nyah and Harper; her sister, Rosie Graves and
husband Clarence of Bolivar and their daughters, Sandy and Milli; as well as
many other relatives and friends.
Services will be at 10 am, Saturday, April 13, at Pitts Chapel,
Bolivar, with Bro. Joe Sprague officiating. Burial will follow at Slagle
Cemetery. Music will be by the Slagle and Sunset Church choirs. Pallbearers
will be Matt Graves, Andrew Graves, Todd Graves, Mike Graves, Isaiah Scott and
Ryan Gilbert. Honorary pallbearers will be Paul McKnight, Joe Graves, Clarence
Graves and Tim Thompson.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Bolivar, Polk
Co., MO, Obituary
Bolivar Herald-Free Press (MO) - April 19, 2019
Thelma Jean Shreve,
90, passed away at Parkview Health Care Facility in Bolivar on April 18, 2019,
after a long illness. She was born in Smithville on Nov. 21, 1928, to Robert and Sarah Blankenship.
Thelma grew up on a farm with nine siblings. Her father passed away
when Thelma was 14, and her family then moved into town. Thelma graduated from
Smithville High School and after graduation, she worked in secretarial
positions.
Thelma married Jack Shreve in February 1963, and they moved to
Kansas City in 1965. They were members of Ruskin Heights Baptist Church for
many years until moving to Bolivar in 2003, where they were members of Mount
Olive Baptist.
Thelma enjoyed cooking, working crossword puzzles and spending time
with her grandchildren.
Thelma was preceded in death by her husband, Jack, of 56 years, her
parents, her son Carl, her son-in-law Richard Couch, two brothers and five
sisters.
She is survived by her daughters Donna Couch of Blue Springs,
Jackie Sharman and Steve; her grandchildren Brad Couch and Amanda, Stephanie
Pryor and Todd, Cindy Carhart and Ryan, Cody Sharman and Megan Sharman; and
five great-grandchildren.
Services will be at 2 pm, Monday, April 22, 2019, at Butler Funeral
Home in Bolivar. Burial will take place in Greenwood Cemetery in Bolivar.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Pulaski
+2016, Dixon, Pulaski Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.fancher-rekusfuneralhomes.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=3560362&fh_id=10734
Mary Evelyn Blankenship, age 86, of Dixon, passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2016, at
Maries Manor in Vienna, [Maries
Co., MO]. She was born in Dixon on May 26, 1929, daughter of the late
Jesse and Edith (Fritchey) Yoakum.
On May 23, 1946, in Vienna, she married Alvis
Blankenship, who preceded her
in death on February 12, 2003.
Evelyn was a member of New Salem Baptist Church near Dixon.
She is survived by one son,
William “Pete” Blankenship of Iberia; one daughter-in-law, Judy
Blankenship of Iberia; two grandsons, Junior Blankenship and Kyle Blankenship
and wife Amber both of Iberia; and four great-grandchildren, Jesse
Blankenship, Jasper Blankenship, Easton Blankenship,
and Brady Blankenship.
In addition to her husband, Alvis, she was preceded in death by two
sons, Ronald Blankenship and Floyd Blankenship; five
brothers, and two sisters.
Service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, January 20, at
Fancher-Rekus Funeral Home in Iberia. Louis Dunlap will officiate. Interment
will be in Wheeler Cemetery near Iberia.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Richland, Pulaski Co., MO, Obituary
The Laclede County Record, (MO) - January 5, 2019
Richard "Rick'' Alvin York, 70, of Richland, died Wednesday,
Jan. 2, 2019, in his home.
He is survived by his wife Lynne J. York, of the home; two
children, Karen Click (Danny), of Laquey and Kim York, of Laquey; four grandchildren,
Brandon Click (Winter), of Marshfleld; Brittni Click, Zoey Jeries and Myla
Jeries, all of Laquey; one great-grandchild,
Elias Blankenship, of Laquey; one sister, Debbie Parson
(Al), of Laquey; a sister-in-law, Kay York, of Waynesville; several nieces,
nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services for Richard "Rick'' Alvin York will be held
at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019, in the Idumea Baptist Church at Laquey.
Burial will follow in the Idumea Cemetery of Laquey, under the direction of Memorial
Chapels and Crematory of Wayensville/St. Robert.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Putnam
+2017, Livonia, Putnam Co., MO, Funeral
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Marylin-Viola-Blankenship-105416693
Marylin Viola Blankenship, July 16, 1937 - October 24, 2017, Livonia, Missouri
She attended rural schools in the Hartford, MO, area before
graduating from Unionville High School in 1955.
Funeral services will be at Hartford Baptist Church at 2:30 pm on
Sunday, October 29, 2017. Interment will be at the St. John Cemetery north of
Livonia.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Livonia, Putnam Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.davisplaylehudsonrimer.com/obituary/marylin-blankenship
Marylin Viola (Ridgeway) Blankenship, 80, of Livonia,
MO, passed away at the Putnam County Memorial Hospital in Unionville, [Putnam Co.,] MO, on Tuesday, October 24, 2017. She
had been a patient there for less than a week. She was born in Putnam County,
MO, on July 16, 1937, the daughter of Marion and Florence (Lawson) Ridgeway,
who preceded her in death.
She attended rural schools in the
Hartford, MO, area before graduating from Unionville High School in 1955. She married
Orville
Junior Blankenship on August 7, 1955. He preceded her in death on January 19, 1991.
Marylin was very active in the Hartford
4-H as a youngster. One of her favorite memories was going to the state of
Washington with her family as a young girl where they helped in the apple
harvest. After marriage, Marylin and Junior farmed in eastern Putnam County
where Marylin did most of the chores of a farmer’s wife including driving grain
trucks and other machinery during the harvest. She also worked at Hollister in
Kirksville, MO, as well as driving the handicap bus for Putnam County R-1. She
would take the students to Kirksville, work at Hardees while they were in
school, and drive them back in the afternoon. Marilyn also worked at the Head
Start and worked at the Putnam County Library in retirement, a job she dearly
loved.
Marylin was an active member at the
Hartford Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School.
She deeply loved her Lord and loved to serve Him through the church. Marylin
was famous for her Halloween Popcorn balls and for having a lead foot when it
came to driving. Marylin had been a resident at the Putnam County Care Center
for about two years.
In addition to her parents and husband,
Marylin was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Cindy Blankenship, a brother, John
Ridgeway, and great grandchildren Blakely, Henry, and Parker Parsons.
Marylin is survived by her children:
Ronald
(Lea Ann) Blankenship and Phillip Blankenship of Unionville,
MO, and Ronda Breden of Kirksville, MO. Her grandchildren are Mary (C.L.)
Vestal, Wesley (Tiffany) Blankenship, Aaron (Tara) Blankenship, Antony James “AJ”
Blankenship, Josh (Jaclyn) Blankenship, Ariel (Wesley) Parsons, and Ranae Breden. Great grandchildren
are Devin Vestal, Levi Blankenship, Zoe Blankenship, Erial Stutsman, Shaylea Vestal, Harvester
Blankenship, Jack Blankenship, Jasper Blankenship, and Corbitt Blankenship. Marylin is also
survived by two brothers, Stanley (Ruth) Ridgeway of Unionville, MO, and Bob
(Pam) Ridgeway of Centreville, AR, and a sister, Henrietta Jonaitis of
Millersburg, MO. Many nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be at Hartford
Baptist Church at 2:30 pm on Sunday, October 29, 2017. Interment will be at the
St. John Cemetery north of Livonia.
+2016, Unionville, Putnam
Co., MO, Funeral
Cindy Blankenship,
51, of Unionville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, March 17, 2016 at her home
of natural causes.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 22 at
Hartford Baptist Church. Interment will be at the Mitchell Cemetery northeast
of Unionville, Missouri.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Unionville, Putnam Co., MO, Obituary
Cindy Blankenship, 51, of rural
Unionville, MO, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving
family, on Thursday, March 17, 2016. Cynthia Rea (Klingsmith) Blankenship was born in
Unionville, MO, on December 2, 1964, the daughter of Floyd and Linda (Rowland)
Klingsmith.
She was reared south of Hartford, MO,
until moving with her family to the Omaha area of Putnam County when she was
fourteen. She married Phillip Blankenship at Hartford Baptist Church on
April 25, 1981, and he survives at home. Cindy and Phillip made their home in
the Omaha area. Cindy worked as a nurse's aide for a few years at the Monroe
Manor in Unionville and then spent the rest of her life as a stay at home Mom
and primary care giver for their son A. J.
Cindy had a care giver's heart. She
devoted her life to caring for her family, especially A. J. She loved to cook
for her family and they recall a number of favorite dishes that she prepared.
Cindy often took in orphaned animals, wild or domestic. She has had raccoons,
rabbits, turkeys, ducks, and chickens. Cindy also loved to attend garage sales.
She collected owls and liked to sew, quilt and crochet. Most of all she was a
quite person who loved to be with family. Cindy was a member of Hartford
Baptist Church.
In addition to her husband, Cindy is
survived by her children, Anthony James "AJ" Blankenship of the home, Joshua Phillip (Jaclyn) Blankenship of Cincinnati,
IA, and Ariel Dawn (Wesley) Parsons, of Livonia, MO. Her two grandchildren are Jack and Jasper
Blankenship. She is also survived by a sister, Krista (Chris) Schoonover of
Unionville, MO. Several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.
Cindy was also preceded in death by a
brother, Floyd Klingsmith, Jr., who died in infancy, and son, who died at
birth.
Funeral services will be at Hartford
Baptist Church east of Unionville at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, March 22, 2016.
Interment will be at the Mitchell Cemetery.
Phillip A.
Blankenship – b.06Apr1961 - Unionville, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2S81-XQH
Relatives -
Aaron Blankenshi, Ariel D. Blankenship, Cindy Blankenship, Cynthia R.
Blankenship, Lea A. Blankenship, Leeanne Blankenship, Ronald Wesley
Blankenship, Swine Blankenship
Ray
+2015, Richmond, Ray Co., MO, Obituary
Daily Union (Shelbyville, IL) Date: March 10, 2015
Viola Maxine Heil, 92, of Richmond, MO died Sunday, March 8, 2015
at the North Care Hospice House in North
Kansas City, [Clay Co.,] MO. Vi was born
on December 2, 1922 in Rockingham, MO to James R. and Ida M. (Wuttke)
Halterman, Sr.
She married Donald W. Heil of Norborne, MO on August 12, 1945. He
preceded her in death on August 26, 1995. In addition to and husband, Vi was
preceded in death by her parent , one brother, James
R. Halterman, Jr., and one son-in-law,
Brian D. Blankenship .
Survivors include three daughters
and two sons-in-law, Donna and Charles Foor of Richmond, Karen and David Durham
of Hardin, MO, and Jan
Blankenship of Kansas City,
MO; three brothers and three sisters-in-law, Donald E. and Betty Jo Halterman
of Mesa, AZ, Stanley M. and Barb Halterman of Orlando, FL and Wendall R. and
Darla Halterman of Sebring, FL; 7 grandchildren
and their spouses, Timothy and Linda McBee, Brian and Kelly McBee, Brad and
Amanda McBee, Kyle and Courtney Durham, Kristen Durham, Rachel Blankenship and Kathryn Blankenship
; 9 great-grandchildren; and two sisters-in-law, Nancy Halterman of
Higginsville, MO and Lucille Lane of Norborne, MO; two step-grandchildren, Brad
and Diana Foor and Clint and Joni Foor; and 6 step-great-grandchildren.
Vi was a homemaker. She held various offices in 4-H, Ladies
Aid, Chase Homemakers, Legion Auxiliary, PTA, and Walther League. She also
enjoyed being involved with friends; she was part of the church choir, bridge
club, square dancing (and made their outfits), bowling, and attending school
trips with other parents. Vi and Don loved to travel.
She was a faithful member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Norborne. She had
lived in the Norborne area most of her life.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at 11:00
a.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Norborne. Burial will be in the Trinity
Lutheran Cemetery north of Norborne.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2019, Richmond, Ray
Co., MO, Obituary
Robert “Bob” Henry Dingus, 91, Richmond, passed away on Thursday,
Aug. 15, 2019, of excessive good looks. He had endured this condition for most
of his adult life. He was born in Pleasanton, Kansas, Aug. 27, 1927, to the
late Greg and Frances Dingus.
Robert graduated from high school in Pleasanton in 1945 On his 18th birthday in 1945, he was drafted into the Army
and served in South Korea until his discharge in 1947. He married Alberta Jean
Ray on Oct. 22, 1949.
Robert was a member of the United Christian Presbyterian Church of
Richmond. He was also a member of the Richmond Masonic Lodge, the Ararat Shrine
Club, the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the International
Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Robert retired in 1982 after 27 years of
service with the Missouri Public Service. He was also active in the community,
spending many years on the Richmond City Council after his retirement from
MoPub.
Robert grew up in the Great Depression and was among the last of
the young men to be drafted in World War II. As with all of his generation,
these two great events shaped his outlook on life. His greatest pleasures in
life were his marriage to Jean Ray, which lasted over 63 years, and the family
that they raised together.
Robert was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Alberta Jean
Ray, of Green Ridge, Missouri; his parents, Gregory A. Dingus and Frances
Paginton Dingus; a brother, Leslie Melvin Dingus, who died at birth in 1922;
and one sister, Theora Ellen Dingus-Van Dyke, who passed away in 1993.
Survivors include: his children Kathy Ellen Green of Garland,
Texas; Lyle Robert Dingus and wife Sandra of Philomont, Virginia; Peggy Jean
Hack and husband, George of Richmond; Judy Ann Reynolds of Hudson, Florida; and
Jerry Ray Dingus of Newport News, Virginia. There are seven grandchildren, Lori Jean Blankenship of Independence; Jessica Anne Roberts of
San Diego, California; Kathleen Grace McCune of Sunnyvale, California; Kirby
Ray Reynolds of Goose Creek, South Carolina; Riley James Reynolds of Miami,
Florida; Jaimie Eileen Dingus of Cambridge, Massachusetts; and Jerry Ray Dingus
Jr. of Yorktown, Virginia. He is also survived by four great-grandchildren, Tristan Sylvester Pugh of Blue Springs,
Missouri; Dane Michael
Blankenship of Independence,
Missouri; Adeline Grace McCune and Lillian Anne McCune, both of Sunnyvale,
California.
Funeral services will be at 11 am, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2019, at the
United Christian Presbyterian Church in Richmond. Military honors will be
provided by the Ray County Veterans. Burial will be in Richmond Memory Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Saint
Charles
+2018, St. Peters, St.
Charles Co., MO, Death
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Matt-Blankenship-105801821
Matt Blankenship,
February 2018, Missouri
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, St. Peters, St.
Charles Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.baue.com/obit/matt-blankenship/
Matt Blankenship, of St. Peters, Missouri
passed away on Friday February 2, 2018 at the age of 33 [1985].
Matt was an electrician and a member of
IBEW Local 1. He loved being outdoors, hunting, fishing, and riding his
motorcycles. He also enjoyed driving his jeep.
Matt will be remembered for being a kind, loyal, loving, and very
generous person who loved his family and friends. He was dearly loved and will be missed by all
who knew him.
Beloved husband of Jacquelin A.
Blankenship; cherished son of Richard and Cindy Blankenship; loving brother
of Jennifer (James) Ballmann; treasured uncle of Michael Lee Ballmann; and dear
brother-in-law of Jordan, Justin and Jacob Owens, Aidan and Jessica Downes. He
is also survived by his canine friends, Maggie and Charlie.
Interment will be private.
Richard L.
Blankenship – b.16May1959 - Saint Peters, MO:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MW9-F9T
Relatives -
Cindy Blankenship, Elizabeth Blankenship, Jennifer Lee Blankenship, Licinda E.
Blankenship, Matthew R. Blankenship.
2015, Saint Charles, Saint Charles Co., MO, Obituary
Published in The Herald-Dispatch on Jan. 11,
2015
Linda Lou Watts, 73, went to be with her heavenly father on Friday,
January 9, 2015 surrounded by her family. She is from St. Charles, Mo.,
formerly from Huntington, and retired from Corbin, LTD.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Lou Visa Hines Lowe and grandson, Kameron Blankenship.
She is survived by her caring husband, Michael K. Watts of St.
Charles, Mo. Her children, Mark
Evans (Angela) of Imperial, Mo.; Lori Hatton (Dan) of Louisville, Ky.; Leslie Blankenship (Tom) of Virginia
Beach, Va.; Billie Breen (Greg) of St. Peters, Mo. and Christy Pusczek (Ted) of
Chesterfield, Mo., along with her grandchildren,
Jimmy Evans, Ryan Hatton, Taylor Hatton, Kalvin Blankenship,
Tori Breen, Kaden Blankenship, Abby Breen, Ethan Breen, Corrie Pusczek
and Maci Pusczek and two great grandchildren, James Evans and Emma Evans.
Her funeral will be Monday, January 12, 2015, 11 a.m. at Stygar
Funeral Home, 5987 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, St. Charles, MO 63304. Burial will be
in Baue St. Charles Memorial Gardens.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Saint Francois
2015, Bismarck, Saint Francois Co., MO, Obituary
Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO) - September 22, 2015
Myrene Short, 87, of Bismarck, passed away September 21, 2015.
She is survived by a daughter, Diane Nees; grandchildren, Lloyd
Blankenship and Michael Nees
and 3 great-grandchildren, Noah, Aubrey, and August.
Funeral service will be Thursday, September 24, 2015 at 6 p.m. from
Cole Family Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 4 p.m. with Rev. Cleo Reeder
Officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Bonne Terre, Saint Francois Co., MO, Obituary
Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO) - May 18, 2016
Lanny Layton, of Bonne Terre, passed away peacefully on Tuesday,
May 17, 2016, surrounded by family at the age of 76. He was born in St. Marys,
Missouri, on January 6, 1940.
He graduated from Roosevelt High School in St. Louis in 1957 and
continued on to receive a degree in engineering. He worked for MSD for 30
years, retiring in the year of 2000 at the age of 60. Lanny was married to Linnie Blankenship on August 27, 1960, and they were married
for 56 years. He very much enjoyed genealogy, photography, restoring old cars,
fishing, serving in his church and spending time with his family.
Lanny was preceded in death by his father, James Layton, Jr. and by
his sister Maxine (Layton) Blackledge.
Survivors include his mother, Margarette O'Linda Whalen; his wife, Linnie (Blankenship) Layton, his four children, Sherri (Layton)
Fraley, Stephani (Layton) Cooney, Staci (Layton) Blayney and Stephen Layton;
grandchildren, Maia (Pereira) Gilliam, Alexis Pereira, Brittani Cooney, Ashli
(Cooney) Pehrson, Kelly Cooney, Tristan Cooney, Tyler Layton and Hayden Layton;
and one great-granddaughter, Hannah Lynne Pehrson.
Funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 21, 2016, at 11 a.m.
at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Farmington. Interment
will follow at Brown Cemetery near St. Marys in Ste. Genevieve County.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Desloge, Saint
Francois Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.czboyer.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1718821
Margie Bryan of Desloge, passed away at her home on Monday, December 14,
2015 at the age of 87. She was born on March 25, 1928 in Blytheville, AR, to
the late Oscar T. Blankenship and Inez (Forbis) Blankenship Lane.
Margie worked for 30 years at State Hospital #4 in Farmington and
was a long time member of Desloge United Methodist Church.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bob Bryan whom
she married in 1946; one son, Joseph Shelton “Noot” Bryan; one sister, Mary Ann Loyd
formerly of Natchez Mississippi; two very special sisters-in-law, June Harris
and Mary Giessing.
Margie was a loving and devoted mother to Susan (Dave) Dix of
Desloge, Bill (Dani) Bryan of Bonne Terre, and Bob Jr (Katie) Bryan of Valles
Mines who survive. Margie is also survived by grandchildren, Kim Kassabaum (her
special granddaughter and caregiver), Bryan (Tabatha) Kassabaum, Stacey (Shawn)
Kay, Michelle (Nick) Mullins, Bill Bryan Jr., Dan (Jackie) Bryan, Eric (Sarah)
Bryan, Jake and Wesley Bryan, and Stephanie Compton; great-grandchildren,
Michael Dix, Clayton and Alainie Kassabaum, Brad, Jordan, and Ava Bryan,
McKenzy and Ethan Bryan, Hadleigh Bryan, Emily, Drew, Thad, Sawyer Kay, Grant
and Cole Mullins, and Trevor Compton.
The family will accept friends at C.Z. Boyer and Son Funeral Home
in Desloge, Saturday, December 19, 2015 at 11:00 AM until service time at 1:00
PM. Reverend John Swatosh will be officiating. Inurnment will follow at Bonne
Terre Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Desloge, Saint
Francois Co., MO, Death
Farmington Press (MO) - June 20, 2016
Ima Lorraine Blankenship, 82 [19Jan1934], of Desloge, passed away June 20, 2016,
at NHC in Desloge.
Arrangements are pending at C.Z. Boyer and Son Funeral Home in
Desloge.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Desloge, Saint Francois, MO, Obituary
http://www.czboyer.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1814860
Ima Blankenship,
82, of Desloge, passed away June 20, 2016 at NHC in Desloge. She was born in
Swifton AR, January 19, 1934, to the late William Earl and Bessie Lee
(Rutledge) Herring. Ima was a long time member of the former Esther Church of
God.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, James H.
Blankenship; three brothers,
J. E. Herring, Jimmy Dale Herring, and Carl Herring; sister, Dolly Cossey, and sisters
in-law, Mildred and Pauline Herring.
Ima is survived by two children, Allen Gray of Desloge, and Judy
Ann (Gray) Stallins of Princeton, KY; two grandchildren, Jake and Alicia
Stallins; two brothers, A. C. Herring and Howard (Melva) Herring; sister in-law,
Francis Herring; and brother in-law, Jr. Cossey.
The service will be held in the C. Z. Boyer and Son Chapel in
Desloge, Thursday, June 23, 2016 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow at Leadwood
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Farmington, Saint
Francois Co., MO, Obituary
Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO) - July 26, 2016
Verna Dean Yates, 64, of Farmington passed away July 20, 2016, at
Camelot Nursing & Rehab Center. She was born September 17, 1951, at St.
Louis.
Verna was a member of Elvins Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, William Hurley and Daphene (Blankenship) Hurley Hawes; and a
sister, Linda Sue Spence.
Verna is survived by her sons, John DeClue and Christopher DeClue;
one grandson; three brothers, Roger (Linda) Hurley, Herman (Virginia) Hurley
and Stanley Hurley; five sisters, Patsy Simms, Joyce Hudson, Lela Joette
Huntley, Sharon Hurley and Rhonda Hurley. Many nieces, nephews, other relatives
and friends also survive.
Visitation will be 11 a.m. until time of memorial service at 1 p.m.
Saturday, July 30, 2016, at Horton-Wampler Funeral Home in Park Hills with Rev.
Bill Bond officiating.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Farmington, St.
Francois Co., MO, Obituary
Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO) - June 26, 2017
Virginia L. Blankenship, 86, of Presbyterian Manor, Farmington passed away June 26, 2017
at Presbyterian Manor. She was born Feb. 14, 1931, at Flat River, Missouri.
Virginia was a member of Freewill Baptist Church of Park Hills.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John Keeny and Edith
'Dixon' Keeny.
Virginia is survived by her cousins, William and Ruth Borth of
Milledgeville, Illinois; special friend, Colleen Stroup of Pensacola, Florida;
and her other friends of The First Baptist Church of Desloge. Special Thank you to Heart and Soul Hospice and April and Jessica.
Service will be Wednesday, June 28, 2017, at 1 p.m. at
Horton-Wampler Funeral Home with Rev. Bob Webb. Interment at
Woodlawn Cemetery, Leadington, Missouri. ,
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Leadington, St.
Francois Co., MO, Obituary
Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO) - November 26, 2017
Stanley W. Hurley, 56, of Leadington, passed away November 20,
2017, at his residence. He was born December 29, 1960, at St. Louis.
Stanly played with The Southern Rain Band for 10 plus years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William H. Hurley and Rhonda (Blankenship) Hurley Hawes; and two sisters, Linda Sue Spence and
Verna Dean Yates.
Stanley is survived by his fiancé Angie
Brawley, two brothers, Roger Hurley and Linda, and Herman Hurley and Virginia;
five sisters, Patsy Simms, Joyce Hudson, Lela Joette Huntley, Sharon Hurley and
Ronda Hurley. Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also
survive.
A memorial celebration will be held 12-10 p.m. December 2, 2017, At
the Rocky Bottom at 4068 Fleming in Delassus.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Leadwood, Saint Francois Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.czboyer.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1579777
Don Roney, 64, of Leadwood passed away May 11, 2015. He was born in
St. Louis on June 19, 1950, to the late James Lawrence and Cleta Opal (Blankenship) Roney. Don served
his country in The United States Navy.
Don is survived by his children Erik Roney, Sarah Roney and husband
Clinton Moore, and Jessika Roney with fiancé Hanna Joplin; grandchildren
Devihn, Kaley, Juli, and Sophia; brothers Jimmy Roney, Arthur Roney and wife
Merry, Frank Roney and wife Rhonda, Darren Roney, Dennis Roney and wife Kellie;
sisters Sharon Roney, Karen Roney-Schnabel, Cleta Cash and husband Leslie,
Katherine Horton and husband Danny, Joan Brewer, Kerry Glore and husband David,
Shirley Peoples and husband Danny, Mary Roney and boyfriend Mike Coleman. Don
was lovingly known as Uncle Don to many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and
great nephews. Last but certainly not least, he will be missed by his brother
from another mother, Don Truska.
Visitation will be held Saturday, May 16, 2015 from 10:00 AM until
the time of service at 12:00 PM at the C. Z. Boyer & Son Funeral Home
Chapel in Desloge with Rev. Mike Barton officiating with full military honors.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Park Hills,
Saint Francois, MO, Obituary
Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO) - August 7, 2016
Roy Lee Blankenship,
75 of Park Hills was born March 8, 1941, to the late Jess and Mary Ellen Blankenship. He
departed this life in his home on August 7, 2016.
He was also preceded in death by a son, Thomas Roy
Blankenship; six sisters and
two brothers.
Roy is survived by his wife,
Wanda Blankenship; children,
Wayne ( Jodie) Blankenship and Shannon (Gene)
Stokes; grandchildren, Jessica
(Rusty) Rider, Joshua (Casey) Clayton, Sarah (Jon) Hall and Adam Blankenship; great-grandchildren, Adasyn Clayton,
Jackson Clayton, Katie Campbell and Colin Campbell; one brother; many nephews,
nieces, in-laws and friends.
Visitation, Tuesday from 3 p.m. until services at 5 p.m. in the
Coplin Funeral Home Chapel
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Park Hills, Saint
Francois Co., MO, Obituary
Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO) - October 4, 2017
Alfreda C. "Momma" Green, 79, died Wednesday, September
27, 2017. She was born October 27, 1937 at Kuna, Idaho, the daughter of Charles
and Mari Hudson.
She enjoyed her artwork, and spending time with family and friends.
Alfreda was preceded in death by her parents; brother
Paul Jayo; sisters Rose Smith, Charlene Brooks; and great-grandson Nathan
Perdomo.
Survivors include sons Charles Green and Michael Green; daughters Keziah Berkbuegler and Rebekah Blankenship; eight grandchildren; and eighteen
great-grandchildren.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Saint
Louis City
2015, Saint Louis City, MO, Obituary
Published in St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Jan.
13, 2015
Karen S. Holt, January 9, 2015.
Beloved wife of Dearl Holt for 34 years. Dear mother of Stephanie Blankenship, Pamela (Ron) Coleman, Rodney Gardner II and
Scott Holt; our dear grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and
friend.
Funeral Service Thursday, 10 a.m.
McLaughlin Funeral Home, 2301 Lafayette Ave. Interment National Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Saint Louis City,
MO, Obituary
St. Louis Post-Dispatch (MO) Date: April 19, 2015
Wilma E. (nee Deusinger) Blankenship, born June 20, 1924, passed away on April 8, 2015.
Beloved wife of the late
Leo Blankenship, loving sister to Ellen Kremer, the late
Adelaide Steiner and the late Marian Arft, mother, grandmother, great
grandmother, special aunt, cousin and friend to many. We will miss you and your
beautiful smile.
No services were held. Burial at Jefferson
Barracks Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Leo, 61, 01Jun1924 - ??Sep1985, Saint Louis, Saint Louis, MO, MO-498-16-9740
2016, Saint Louis City, MO, Obituary
St. Louis Post-Dispatch (MO) - June 5, 2016
Walter J. Hartmann, entered into rest
Thursday, June 2, 2016.
Beloved husband of the late Audrey E. Hartmann (nee: Gudorp). Loving father of
Patricia (Michael) Dorsey, Julie (Mark) Blankenship
and Mark Hartmann. Caring grandfather of Joe (Megan) Dorsey and Catherine
and Caroline Blankenship.
Services: A graveside service will be held Monday, June 6, 2016,
11am at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery with honors.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Saint Louis City, MO, Obituary
http://www.kutisfuneralhomes.com/?s=blankenship
Gregory T. Blankenship, - Saturday June 25, 2016. [b.23Sep1956]
Beloved husband of Deborah Blankenship (nee Lueken); loving father of Lauren (fiancée Patrick Irwin) & Nick (Shelby) Blankenship; dear son
of Joseph Sr. & the late
Agnes Blankenship; Dear brother of Joe Blankenship, Kathleen (Edward)
Gorman & Michael (Mary)
Blankenship, dear son-in-law
of Betty Joan Houts, dear brother-in-law of Susan (Trudy) Niquette & the
late Brenda Leutzinger, dear uncle, cousin & friend.
Funeral Services from Kutis Affton Chapel
10151 Gravois, Friday July 1, 11:00 AM. Inurnment Resurrection Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Joseph James Blankenship – b.19Mar1926 - Saint Louis, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MQL-GLD
Relatives - Agnes J. Blankenship, Gregory
O. Blankenship, Jof Blankenship.
2015, South Saint Louis City, MO, Obituary
St. Louis Post-Dispatch (MO) Date: March 15, 2015
Tony L. Banks, March 13, 2015. Beloved husband of Doris L. Banks
(nee Huddleston); dear father of Candace (Michael) Riehl, Shawn Banks, Tina
(John) Kajdasz, Teresa (Michael) Schuster and Toni (Rob) Stidem; dear
grandfather of Adam, Rachel, Troy, Christian, Chelsea, Shaunee, Sara, Justin,
Jamie, Jordan and Joshua; dear brother
of Martha Blankenship and the late Nora Jean Herman, Charles and
Fred Banks; our dear great-grandfather, uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend.
Mr. Banks was the owner of
Banks Automotive in South St. Louis, Associate and Friend of the Sisters of St.
Joseph.
Funeral Services at Kutis South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry
Rd., Tuesday, March 17, 11:00 a.m. Interment Mount Hope Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Saint Louis City,
MO, Obituary
Published in St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Aug.
31, 2016
Lorraine R. (nee Exler) Strawhun, fortified with the Sacraments of
Holy Mother Church Monday, August 29, 2016.
Beloved wife of William W. Strawhun. Dear mother of David (Diane), Steve
(Cindy) and Richard (Suzanne) Strawhun, Michelle (Darren) Spengel and Barbara
(Scott) Brennan; dear grandmother of Richard (Lindsey), Tony, Christopher,
Bradley, Brett, Rosie, Brittany, Billy, Allison and Abbey; dear sister of Jackie Blankenship; our dear sister-in-law, aunt, cousin and
loving friend.
Funeral Services: from Kutis Affton Chapel 10151 Gravois Friday,
September 2, 11 a.m. to St. Catherine Laboure Catholic Church for 11:30 a.m.
Mass. Interment J. B. National Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Saint Louis City, MO, Obituary
Published in St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Feb.
20, 2017
James Alfred Menees, Peacefully passed
away at home on Saturday, February 18, 2017. Born in Anna,
Illinois.
Jim proudly served our country during the Korean War in the United
States Navy. Jim retired from Southwestern Bell after 31 years of service. He
enjoyed boating, camping and watching all sporting events. He was the kindest
and most decent person anyone could have known. He was a loving father, uncle,
cousin and dear friend to all who knew him.
He is preceded in death by his parents Ernest Menees and Gladys
(nee Meisenheimer) and sisters Ernestine and Sarah (Buck).
Beloved husband of the late Mabel (nee Blankenship); father of Jimmy (Tammy) Menees and Patti
(Paul) Treis; grandfather of Lauren, Daniel, Brendan and Rebecca.
Funeral Services from Kutis Affton Chapel,
10151 Gravois Rd., Thursday, February 23, 12 noon. Interment at Jefferson
Barracks National Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, St. Louis City, MO, Obituary
St. Louis Post-Dispatch (MO) - October 16, 2017
Beulah L. (nee Eckert) Leighton, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2017,
embraced by her loving family. She was born on October 20, 1931 in St. Louis,
MO.
Beulah worked in her father's corner store 'Eckert's Food Shop' in
south St Louis before becoming a homemaker and mother of 6. After the passing
of her beloved husband George Leighton Sr., she worked outside the home for
Bailey Farm Dairy and The Good Samaritan Home before enjoying a long
retirement. She was beloved by her family and friends. Beulah was a kind
hearted and fun loving woman for whom one never knew what comedy would be
uttered from her lips. She will be dearly missed.
Predeceased by her husband, the love of her life, George J.
Leighton; her parents Louis J. and Alma Emilie (nee Von Eschen) Eckert, second
mother Ada (nee Green) Eckert; Sisters
Dorothea Blankenship, Wilma Henry, Delores Petersen, Alma
Roberts, brother William Stickney, daughter Mary
Leighton.
Devoted mother of Laura Tibbles, George (Karen) Leighton Jr,
Patricia Reeder, Sandra (Steven) Street and Christine Leighton; cherished
grandmother of Emily Titov, Eric Titov, George (Lori) Leighton III, Lauren
(Steven) Bizzle, Matthew Leighton, Timothy and Tod Reeder, Stacy (Brian)
Kreider, Sean and Shannon Street, Eric (Wendy) Wilson, Marcel Wilson, Isaiah
Wilson and Nia Wilson; loving great grandmother of Brittany, Brooke, Kyle,
Levi, Piper, Natalyn and Steven, James, Devin, JaNyah and Samara, dear sister
of Shirley (nee Eckert) Kuelker, auntie and second mother to Karen Stone.
Funeral Service will be Wed, Oct. 18th, 10 a.m. at Bopp Chapel,
10610 Manchester Rd., Kirkwood. Interment Park Lawn Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census,
Ward 13, St. Louis City, MO,
Eckert, Louis 41, M, IL, Head,
Eckert, Alma 40, F, MO, Wife,
Eckert, Dorothy 22, F, MO, Dau,
Eckert, Wilma 20, F, MO, Dau,
Eckert, Doloras 17, F, MO, Dau,
Eckert, Alma 11, F, MO, Dau,
Eckert, Buelah 08, F, MO, Dau,
Eckert, Shirley 05, F, MO, Dau,
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K74B-ZJS
Dorothea A.
Blankenship - 11Oct1917, 28Sep1980
https://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=110484072
2018, Saint Louis City,
MO, Obituary
St. Louis Post-Dispatch (MO) - January 14, 2018
Marjorie Louise (nee Fallert) Holzwarth, fortified with the
Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, Tuesday, January 9, 2018.
Beloved wife of the the late Norman Holzwarth and William Shepherd;
dear mother of Ellen (Michael)
Cutler, Jane (Bill) Boehmer and the late
Patrick Blankenship; dear grandmother of 5; great-grandmother
of 8; dear sister of Richard (Fras) Fallert. Services:
Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Catherine Laboure on
Saturday, January 20, 10am.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2018, Saint Louis City,
MO, Obituary
St. Louis Post-Dispatch (MO) - December 12, 2018
Shirley Ann (nee Rhodes) Blankenship, December 8, 2018.
Loving Mother of the late daughter Donna, the
late son Christopher.
She is survived by son William and son-in-law Parker Moore, Loving Grandmother of Mary Moore,
Janie Moore and Maggie Rivers. Great-Grandmother to Beckett
Rivers and Jackson Hollon. Dear sister of Kathleen Mack.
Visitation Thurs., December 13, 4-8 p.m. at
Schrader Funeral Home, 14960 Manchester Rd., 63011.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, St. Louis City, MO,
Obituary
Published in St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Dec.
24, 2018
Joseph J. Blankenship, Sr. Saturday, December 22, 2018.
Beloved husband of the
late Agnes Blankenship; beloved father of Joseph
Blankenship, Jr., Kathleen Gorman, Michael and Gregory Blankenship;
beloved grandfather of Aaron Blankenship, Elizabeth Seim, Mark Blankenship, Matthew Berg, Regina Keller, Michael,
Jr., Lauren and Nicholas Blankenship;
beloved great-grandfather of Sarah, Selena and Evan Seim, Gabriel, Gwen and
Emersyn Keller, Ella
Blankenship, Francesca Berg
and Barret Blankenship.
Funeral Services from Kutis Affton Chapel,
10151 Gravois, Thursday, December 27, 1 pm. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Joseph James
Blankenship – b.19Mar1926 - Saint Louis, MO:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MQL-GLD
Relatives -
Agnes J. Blankenship, Gregory O. Blankenship, Jof Blankenship.
Saint Louis
2015, Ballwin, Saint Louis Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.schrader.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1716383
Gabriel, Willard R. "Gabe", baptized into the hope of
Christ’s resurrection, Tuesday, December 8, 2015.
Beloved husband of the late Bonnie Lee
Gabriel (nee Merkel).
Dear father of Daniel (Kathy) Gabriel and Denice (John) Schwent; grandfather of Rebecca, Jeremy and
Cassandra Gabriel, Bradley (Courtney) Blankenship, Aaron (Jessica) and Ryan Schwent; brother of Melvin R.
(Esther) Gabriel. Loving uncle, cousin and friend to many.
Funeral service at the Schrader Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960
Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Friday, December 18, 11:30 a.m. Interment
Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery with full military honors.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Ballwin, St. Louis Co., MO, Obituary
St. Louis Post-Dispatch (MO) - August 25, 2019
Ellen (nee Deusinger) Kremer, asleep in Jesus, Saturday,
August 24, 2019 at the age of 97.
loving sister of the
late Adelaide Steiner, the late Wilma Blankenship
and the late Marian Arft;
Beloved wife of the late Irwin Kremer; dear mother of the late Dr.
Barbara K. Kremer; aunt of Dennis
(Marilyn) Steiner, Edward
Blankenship , Bill (Diane)
Arft and Karen (Edgar) Beck; great aunt, great-great aunt and friend to many.
Funeral service at will be 11:30 am, Wednesday, at the Schrader
Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin. Interment at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Breckenridge Hills, Saint Louis Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/st-ann-mo/kenneth-blankenship-7952565
Kenneth "Ken" Blankenship, 71, (June 14, 1947) of Breckenridge Hills passed away
suddenly on Friday, August 3, 2018 at his residence.
Ken was a talented mechanic who loved cars and was always working
on a project. He served as an Alderman for the city of Breckenridge Hills for
many years and retired from St. Louis County. Ken enjoyed fishing and hunting
and was a big NASCAR fan. He was a man who was willing to help out anyone and
was a strong man who provided for his family. He will be missed by everyone who
loved him.
He is preceded in death by his parents,
Archie William and Mary
Blankenship.
Ken is survived by his wife
of 34 years, Mary (nee Fell)
Blankenship; children, Billy Althaus (Carol
Sharkey), Cathy (Rob) Tonkinson, and Kenny Blankenship;
grandchildren, Nick, Gabrielle, Katie, Loren, Hannah, Khia, and Kiarra; sister, Susie
Perkins; and brother, Walter (Shirley) Blankenship; dear cousin, uncle, and friend to many.
A private burial will be held on Friday, August 10 at Mt. Lebanon
Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Archie W.
Blankenship – b.22Mar1926 - Maryland Heights, MO:
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJXQ-VBPC
Relatives -
Alatha F. Blankenship, Donna Blankenship, Walter Blankenship.
2019, Bridgeton, Saint
Louis Co., MO, Obituary
The Telegraph, (Alton, IL) - September 23, 2019
Dennis E. "Cowboy" Smith, age 62, formerly of Alton,
Illinois, passed away Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019 at DePaul Hospital in St. Louis,
Missouri. He was born March 18, 1957, in St. Louis the son of William E. and
Ethel Judy (Hutson) Smith.
Cowboy enjoyed fishing and shooting pool. He is fondly remembered
for his love of dancing. His greatest joy was spending time with his
grandchildren.
He married Mary Jane Burnett on Aug. 28, 1987 at Overland Unity
Church and she preceded him in death on May 11, 2010. In addition to his wife,
Mary Jane, he is preceded in death by his father.
He is survived by his mother, Judy; two children, Sabrina Werner of
Overland, Missouri, and Jason and Paula Smith of St. Louis; two sisters, Sharon Blankenship and Jill Whitworth; two grandchildren, Isaiah Werner and Coty
Ziegler; his dog, "Sweetie"; and many friends.
A private entombment will take place in Valhalla Memorial Park in
Godfrey, Illinois. Elias, Kallal, and Schaaf Funeral Home in Alton is in charge of arrangements.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Chesterfield, St. Louis Co., MO, Obituary
Herald & Review (Decatur, IL) - April 5, 2018
Lois Jean Blankenship Radasch, 90, of Chesterfield, MO, formerly of Decatur, IL, passed away on
Tuesday morning, April 3, 2018, in Town
and Country, [St. Louis Co.,] MO. Lois was born second of seven children on
May 13, 1927, in Ramsey, IL, the daughter of Charles M. and Ruth (Oleson) Blankenship.
Lois was united in marriage to Richard Dean Radasch at Central
Christian Church in Decatur, IL. She devoted her life to her family, showing
kindness and love underneath a quiet and reserved personality. She was an avid
supporter of her son and his many interests growing up, and her home was a warm
and welcoming place for her son's friends. In her early career, Lois worked at
H. Post and Sons, Martin Jewelers and the Ginny Lee where she loved to use her
interior decorating skills. She was a long-time volunteer at St. Mary's
Hospital in Decatur, IL and later worked in the gift shop at the hospital. She
had a second career as a pharmaceutical technician at Rambo Pharmacy, valued
for her care and reliability, where she worked until her early 80s. Later in
life, Lois moved to St. Louis with her son and became an active member of the
household preparing her many special dishes, supporting her grandchildren
through their college years, attending college scouting visits and later campus
activities. She never missed her son's concerts and church performances and was
a deeply loved member of her family.
Lois was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Norma Protko.
Lois is survived by her son Richard and daughter-in-law Deborah
(Koucky) Radasch, her grandchildren, Faith Mary Radasch and Amanda Rose
Radasch, and five of her siblings, Vivian Pope of Huntington Beach, CA, Donna Robinson of
San Bernardino, CA, Charles
Blankenship of Decatur, IL, Ron (Jane) Blankenship of Decatur, IL, and Sheila (Jim) Roppa of O'Fallon, MO., and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon, Saturday, April 7, at
Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home, Decatur, IL. Burial will be in Macon County
Memorial Park, Harristown, IL.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2015, Florissant, Saint Louis Co., MO, Obituary
Published in St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Sept.
29, 2015
Edward W. Sandt, fortified with the
Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Sept. 26, 2015.
Dear son of the late Edward H and Mary J (nee Congemi) Sandt;
loving husband of Marie (nee Ammann); loving father of Louie and Rosie Sandt;
dear brother and brother-in-law of Francis J. (Martha) Sandt, Donna M. (Rich) Blankenship and the
late Louis H. Sandt; dear brother-in-law, uncle, godfather, cousin and friend
to many.
Services: Memorial Visitation Wed., Sept. 30th, 4-8 p.m. at
Hutchens Mortuary, 675 Graham Rd., Florissant.
Memorial Mass Thurs., Oct. 1st 10 a.m. at St. Ferdinand Catholic
Church, 1765 Charbonier Dr., Florissant. Interment private.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Florissant, Saint Louis Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.shepardfuneralchapel.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1888527
Ricky Alan Martin,
age 60 of Florissant, MO, passed from this life on Wednesday, December 7, 2016.
He was born on Sunday, September 23, 1956 in St. Louis, MO.
Ricky enjoyed hunting, fishing and leather making.
Ricky was the beloved son of Joseph Paul and Glenda (nee Blankenship) Martin; dearest brother of Paul "Mike"
(Phyllis) Martin, Timothy Scott Martin, Nancy Suzanne (Kent) Graf and the late
Susan Jo Martin; cherished uncle of Susan Jean Martin, Clifford Hayes and Ben
Hayes; our dear nephew, cousin and friend.
Services: Memorial Gathering at Shepard Funeral Chapel, 9255
Natural Bridge Road at I-170, St. Louis, MO (314-426-6000) on Saturday,
December 17 from 11:00am until the Memorial Service at 1:00pm.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Florissant, St. Louis Co., MO Obituary
Published in St. Louis Post-Dispatch from
Feb. 24 to Feb. 25, 2017
Michael Otto Payeur, 75, passed away Wed., Feb. 22, 2017.
He leaves his beloved children:
Gary (Lisa) Payeur, Gail (Ron) Blankenship, Michele Sjothun, and Christina (Joe) Robinson; Thirteen
grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; beloved sister Patricia Killian; and
loving brother Thomas Payeur.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John Payeur and Alice
Kraeger, and two brothers Robert and John Payeur.
Funeral services from Hutchens Mortuary 675
Graham Road, Florissant 9:30 a.m. Mon., Feb. 27, to Sacred Heart Catholic
Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment St. Ferdinand Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Kirkwood, Saint Louis Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.boppchapel.com/?pagetype=obitlink&obit_id=1710099
Kim B. Blankenship
unexpectedly passed away on November 23, 2015 at the age of 70. Kim was born in
Ottumwa, IA on January 3, 1945 to Elsa Stuhr and Robert Blankenship.
Kim’s father passed when he was an infant. His stepfather Arlo
Gatchel was in the Air Force so they moved frequently in his early childhood,
but settled in Belton, MO. Kim graduated from Belton High School in 1963. He
then received a degree in History at the University of Missouri. While in law
school, Kim joined the US Army and served in Vietnam. After his service he
returned to Mizzou to complete his law degree where he had met Betsy Giles, his
loving wife of 42 years. Kim and Betsy moved to St. Louis in 1975 and had two
wonderful children that he loved
immeasurably, Elizabeth (Ellie) and Brad.
He was a partner in the law firm of Pulos, Blankenship and
Jianakoplos for 40 years where he specialized in wills, probate and estate
planning, but don’t think that means his was in order. He loved his sister and
brother, Linda (deceased) and Arlo Gatchel and had a special place in his heart
for his nephew Ben and his son “little Ben”. He was also the favorite
brother-in-law (sorry Duffy) to Betsy’s siblings and their spouses, Mike
(Diane), Ginni (Duffy), and Mark (Lesley) and loving uncle to their children.
He rarely missed a Friday lunch at Malone’s with his law partners Tom and
Steve.
Kim was also very lucky to have oh, so many good friends - you know
who you are and thank you. One of his favorite pastimes was golfing with his
children, Eric Babin (Ellie’s partner) and friends, and he never cheated
according to his and Mike Fitzgerald’s FGA rules. He loved his Mizzou Tigers
(well most of the time at least) as Mizzou held a special place in his heart
because not only did Kim and Betsy meet there the whole family graduated from
MU. He tolerated many family trips to the lake house and mostly enjoyed his boat,
minus the gas bill and the lack of cup holders, which he needed for the soda he
always had glued to his hand. He enjoyed his Monday night bowling buddies,
performing in KTK community theatre productions, and “occasional” nights at the
casino.
There will be a Visitation at Bopp Chapel Friday 12/4 from 4-6pm
with service immediately following.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Lemay, St.
Louis Co., MO, Obituary
St. Louis Post-Dispatch (MO) - August 11, 2019
Rosalie D. (nee Henton) Voisey, aged 65 of Lemay, passed away on
Tuesday, August 6, 2019.
She enjoyed her family, classic 1967 Camaro, music and the
companionship of her cats. Everyone who knew Rose will remember her for her
unique sense of humor and fun loving spirit. She was proud of being a long term
cancer survivor. She was thoughtful and always remembered birthdays and
anniversaries of close family members with a greeting card.
Rose was preceded in death by her parents Paul and Shirley Henton,
her daughter Melanie Rose Breckle, a nephew
Matthew Blankenship, and great-niece Annie Henton.
She is survived by her husband of 27 years, Edward Voisey, two
sons, Mike (Rachel) Breckle, Bob, Jr. (Sheila) Breckle, and four grandchildren,
Yasmin Schaaf, Justin, Paige, and Arlo Breckle. She is also survived by her
former husband, Bob Breckle, Sr., her brothers and a sister; Paul Henton (Marsha Washington), Dave (Barb) Henton, Dan
(Joi) Henton, Ken Henton, and Cindy
(Rick) Blankenship. Rose also
has five step-children that survive her; Paul, Chris, Charlie, Julia and
Elizabeth Voisey, as well as her nieces and nephews Jenn (Jim) Ballmann, Sheri,
Mike, Ashleigh, Danielle and Nick Henton, great-nephews Michael L. Ballmann,
Brandon and Corey Henton, and numerous other relatives and friends.
The Celebration of Life for Rose will be private.
www.hoffmeistersouthcounty.com
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Mehlville, St.
Louis Co., MO, Obituary
Published in St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Sept.
30, 2016
Joseph William Rotty, Wednesday, September 28, 2016.
Devoted husband of Patricia
Rotty (nee Blankenship); loving father of Donald (Pamala) Rotty,
Debra (John) Davis and Dana Rotty; proud grandfather of 5; great-grandfather of
6; our dear brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend.
Services: Funeral from Kutis South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry
Rd., Saturday, October 1, 9:30 a.m. to St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
for 10:00 a.m. Mass. Interment Mount Hope Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Patricia Carol Rotty – b.18Nov1940 - Saint Louis, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MQY-QHV
Relatives - Dana Ann Rotty, Debra L.
Rotty, George Rotty, Joseph W. Rotty, Jos Rotty.
+2017, Overland, St.
Louis Co., MO, Obituary
St. Louis Post-Dispatch (MO) - May 24, 2017
James E. Enlow, Saturday, May 20, 2017.
Jim retired from St. Louis County Police Dept. after 30+ years of
service and was an active member of American Legion Post 338.
Beloved husband of Mary J. Enlow (nee Bertts); dear father and father-in-law of Keith and
Kevin Enlow, Kimberly Davenport and Pamela (Ty) Blankenship ; dear brother of the late John Enlow; our dear grandfather,
great-grandfather, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend.
Funeral Services at Ortmann's, 9222
Lackland Rd., Overland, Tues., May 30 at 1 p.m. Interment Jefferson Barracks
National Cemetery.
Ortmann Funeral Home http://www.osfuneralhomes.com/
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Saint Ann,
Saint Louis Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.colliersfuneralhome.com/obitlink?obit_id=2068462
Marvin W. Blankenship September 24, 1938, died on Friday, February 2, 2018
Beloved father of Yvonne (Donald) Hood and Greg (Kelly) Blankenship; our dear grandpa, brother,
brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend of many.
Services and Interment are Private
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Sainte
Genevieve
+2018, Ste. Genevieve, Sainte Genevieve Co., MO, Obituary
The Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO)
Norma Jean (Samples) Rottler of Ste. Genevieve departed this life
October 9, 2018, at Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital at the age of 87
years. She was born October 12, 1930, in Ste. Genevieve to the late Francis and
Marie (Blankenship) Samples.
Also preceded in death by her husband,
Robert 'Bob' Rottler; brother, Tom Samples; and daughter-in-law, Christine
Rottler.
Norma is survived by her children, Terry (Charlene) Rottler, Steve
Rottler, and Marcia (Rick) Schaefer, all of Ste. Genevieve and Julie (Kelly)
Whitaker of Columbia, MO. Ten Grandchildren, Jeff (Greta) Rottler, Karen
Rottler, Lisa (Mike) Albin, Sarah Rottler, Matt (Samantha) Rottler, Megan
(Kenai) Hattori, Mark Rottler, Kyle (Rikki) Schaefer, Andrew Whitaker, and
Allen Whitaker, and five Great grandchildren, Charlie and Callie Rottler, Kade
and Reagan Rottler and Harper Schaefer. Other relatives and friends also
survive.
Funeral Service will be at 10 am, Thursday, October 11, 2018, at
the First Presbyterian Church with Pr. Steve Matthews officiating. Interment
will be at Crestlawn Cemetery. Wood Family Funeral Home, Ste. Genevieve.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1940 Census,
Ste. Genevieve, Sainte Genevieve Co., MO,
Samples, Francis
W. 40, M, MO, Head,
Samples, Marie 31, F, MO, Wife,
Samples, Thomas 12, M, MO, Son,
Samples, Norma
Jean 09, F, MO, Dau,
https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K7WF-3MN
Saline
2018, Sweet Springs,
Saline Co., MO, Obituary
The Kansas City Star, (MO) - January 3, 2019
William A. (Bill) Schleicher, 80, of Sweet Springs, MO, died
Tuesday, January 1, 2019, at I-70 Community Hospital in Sweet Springs. Born
November 22, 1938, in Kansas City, KS, he was the son of the late Antone
Columbus Schleicher and Helen May Meyer Schleicher.
Bill was a graduate of Argentine High School in Kansas City, KS and
served in the U.S. Air Force. On July 3, 1969, he married Betty L.
Blankenship who survives. Bill
moved to Sweet Springsin 1990 from Kansas City following his retirement as a
mechanic with TWA.
In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by one
daughter, Cindy Norris; one son, Michael Phillips; two grandchildren, Alan and
Eric Timm; two great-grandchildren Baleigh and Damon; and one sister, Janice.
In addition to his wife, Betty, Bill is survived by four children:
Trina Schleicher of Blue Springs, MO, William A. "Tony" Schleicher
(Charity) of Sweet Springs, James Lee Phillips (Tina) of Lakewood, PA, and
Beckie Figura (Dave) of Lake Como, PA; 19 grandchildren; 22
great-grandchildren; six siblings, Beverly Clark (Jess) of Kansas City, KS,
Gary Schleicher (Candice) of Stillwell, KS, Sarah Pierce of Prairie Village, KS,
Diane Rickey (Clarence) of Bates City, MO, Sharon Springer (Stan) of Kansas
City, KS, Boyd Schleicher (Lonnie) of Joplin, MO; and several nieces and
nephews.
Visitation will be from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 5,
2019; at Campbell-Lewis Chapel in Concordia, MO, with military rites at 3:30
pm. Inurnment will be held at a later date at Missouri Veterans Cemetery in
Higginsville, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Betty L.
Schleicher – b.14Jun1939 - Sweet Springs, MO: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MZZ-368
Relatives -
Trina L. Schleicher, William A. Schleicher II, William A. Schleicher, Jr.
Scott
+2016, Benton, Scott Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Carolyn-Grace-Blankenship-104122464
Carolyn Grace Blankenship of Benton, Missouri, was born on December 15, 1938 and passed away
on Wednesday, November 9, 2016.
She was married to Orville.
Funeral Service will be at 3:00 pm at the Amick-Burnett Chapel in
Scott City with Rev. Teresa Marshall Williams officiating. Burial will be in
Lightner Memorial Cemetery in Scott City.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Benton, Scott Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.semissourian.com/story/2359356.html
Carolyn Grace Blankenship, 77, of Benton,
Mo. died Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2016, at her home. She was born Dec. 15, 1938, in
Waltham, Massachusetts, to Roy A. and Edith M. Kasper Peterson.
Carolyn married Orville Lee Blankenship
on Dec. 31, 1980. She worked on the assembly line at Superior Electric. She was
member of Christian Mission Church in Benton.
Survived by her husband, Orville
Blankenship; a son, Allan Rose of Chaffee, Missouri; six daughters, Joanne
Rose Dudley of Lake Girardeau, Joyce Rose of Cape Girardeau, Helen Rose Natvig
of Blodgett, Missouri, Paula Rose Carroll of Kelso, Missouri, Cherlyn
Blankenship Stone and Cassidy Stone of Benton; along with numerous grandchildren and
great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will be at 3 p.m.
Sunday at the Amick-Burnett Chapel in Scott City, with the Rev. Teresa Marshall
Williams officiating. Burial will be in Lightner Cemetery in Scott City.
Orville Lee
Blankenship – b.19Jul1948 - Morley, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJXW-PM84
Relatives -
Carolyn Grace Blankenship
Orville
Blankenship– b.19Jul1948 - Houston, TX: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJJS-984P
Relatives -
Debra Blankenship
+2018, Benton, Scott Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.amick-burnettfuneralchapels.com/obituary/norma-blankenship
Norma Blankenship, 82 of Benton,
Missouri died Saturday, December 29, 2018 at her home. She was born May 1, 1936
in Swinton, Missouri to Earsley and Lillie Garland Ridings.
She was a member of Cornerstone Wesleyan
Church in Scott City.
Norma married Kenneth
Blankenship on May 10, 1952. He preceded her in death on November 24, 2014. She was
also preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Cynthia; two brothers
and two grandchildren.
She is survived by her son, Ricky Blankenship of Benton; two daughters,
Kathy Davis of
McClure, Illinois, Regina Masters of Benton; a brother, Charles Ridings of Millington, Tennessee;
many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A celebration of life dinner will be held
at 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 5, 2019 at the Assembly of God Church in her
honor. Family graveside service will be held at a later date.
2015, Sikeston, Scott Co., MO, Obituary
Lanell F. Thompson, 80, of Sikeston, died January 12, 2015, at her
home. Born April 3, 1934, in Potts Camp, Miss., to the late
Graham and Estelle Luther Waldrep.
She retired from REA following fifteen years of service. She was a
member of the Bertrand Methodist Church. On July 27, 1984, in
Sikeston.
She married James Wilbert Thompson, who preceded her in death on
May 31, 2013. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death
by two sons, Ray Butler and Claude Butler; two brothers and three sisters.
Survivors include: one son, Robert Kindred of Sikeston; one
daughter, Angela Freeman of Perryville; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Martha and Kenny Blankenship of Houston, Texas, Linda and Alvin Walls
of Auburn, Ala., and Theresa and Melvin Estes of Covington, La.; one step son,
Brent Thompson of Wise, Va.; and two step daughters, Kay Kriesel and Lisa Sell,
both of Sedalia. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, ten great
grandchildren, six step grandchildren and nine step great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at the Nunnelee Funeral Chapel,
at 10 a.m. on Friday, January 16. Interment will follow in the Garden of
Memories Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Sikeston, Scott
Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Betty-Blankenship-103801781
Betty Blankenship,
April 2, 1923 - July 26, 2016, Sikeston, Missouri
She was married to Barney.
Private services will be held at a later date.
The family asks
that memorial donations be made to a Commemorative Air Force project to restore
the plane That’s All Brother. The Douglas C-47
was the first plane over Normandy France on D Day and was co-piloted by Mr.
Blankenship.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2016, Sikeston, Scott
Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=167556001
Betty Blankenship, 93, of Sikeston
died July 26, 2016, at the Missouri Delta Medical Center following
complications due to a stroke earlier in the month. . She was born in London,
England, on April 2, 1923, to Jacob and Sarah Becker Belnikoff.
Mrs. Blankenship was a resident of
southeast Missouri for more than 70 years, having arrived in the area in 1946
as an English war bride. During World War II, the young Betty Belnikoff served
in London in the Auxiliary Territorial Service, the women's branch of the
British Army. When prompted by her adult children in her later years, she would
share stories about London’s bomb shelters and surviving the Blitz and the
Battle of Britain.
She met her husband, the late Barney Vernell
Blankenship of Canalou, a pilot with the Army Air Corps, while he was stationed in
England during Word War II. In later years, she frequently expressed heartfelt
appreciation for the American servicemen such as her husband who came to the
aid of Great Britain, and specifically her beloved London, during this time.
Mrs. Blankenship and her husband raised
five children on a farm near Catron. After her husband died in 1983, Mrs.
Blankenship began volunteering at Missouri Delta Medical Center in Sikeston, a
commitment she maintained for more than 25 years. She also was an excellent
seamstress, an avid bridge player, a diehard tea-drinker and a frequent patron
of the Sikeston Public Library, often focusing on novels set in her native
England.
She was preceded in death by her parents;
her husband, Barney; her five brothers and two sisters in Great Britain, Canada
and France; and her son-in-law Randy Porter of Catron.
She is survived by her five children:
Sharon Porter of
Catron; Brad (Sue) Blankenship of Marion, Ark,; Denise (Joe) Joyce of
Hinsdale, Ill.; Jacki (John) Sadler of Columbia, Mo.; and Cindy (Greg Germann) Glass of Overland Park,
Kan. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
The family asks that memorial donations
be made to a Commemorative Air Force project to restore the plane That’s All, Brother. The Douglas C-47 was the first plane
over Normandy, France, on D Day and was co-piloted by Mr. Blankenship. Go to: http://commemorativeairforce.org/root/airplanes/thatsallbrother-project
Private services will be held at a later
date.
2016, Sikeston, Scott Co., MO, Obituary
Loreda Compas, age 91, of Sikeston, died August 22, 2016 at the
Southeast Health Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, [Cape Girardeau Co., MO]. Born May 25, 1925, in Hector, Ark., to the late Horace R. and Iva
Coffman Condley.
She worked as a nurse's aide for many years at various hospitals.
She was later the director of the Heritage House before retiring. She was a
longtime member of the Murray Lane Baptist Church where she sang in the choir
and was involved in a home-bound ministry for several years.
On January 22, 1944, in Hector, Ark., she married Charles Jennings,
and he preceded her in death on April 6, 1968. On August 29, 1980, in New
Madrid, she married Theon Compas, who preceded her in death on March 7, 2003.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her stepmother, Myrtle
Condley; four brothers, Arlie Condley, Arvel Condley, Elbert Condley and Bill
Condley; four sisters, Chloie Williams, Lois Woods, Stella Harvell and Iva
Fortner; as well as three stepbrothers, A.J. Coffman, Truman Coffman and Lewis
Coffman.
Survivors include: one daughter, Sue Guess of Sikeston; two sons
and daughters-in-law, Dan and Dianne Jennings of Sikeston and Tom and Becky
Jennings of Benton; seven grandchildren, Rick Landers, Justin Landers, Jason
Landers, Chad Jennings, Laura Antipov, Katie Kerr and Kimberly Jones; and nine
great grandchildren. Also surviving are three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Helen Blankenship of Redmond, Oreg., Clarene and Bill
Massey of Seneca, Mo. and Shirley and Dalton Johnson of Russellville, Ark.
Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. until time of funeral services at
noon on Wednesday, August 24, 2016, at the Nunnelee Funeral Chapel, with Rev.
Kelley Grubbs, pastor of the Murray Lane Baptist Church in Sikeston,
officiating. Interment will follow in the Garden of Memories Cemetery in
Sikeston. Pallbearers will be Rick Landers, Jason Landers, Justin Landers,
Charlie Kerr, Jacob Jones and Connor Landers. Honorary pallbearers will be
Roger Tesney and Bill Nance.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Stoddard
+2019, Bloomfield, Stoddard Co., MO, Funeral
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/192666921
Elmer Gene
Blankenship of Bloomfield, son of the late Elmer Edward and Helen Geraldine Probst, was born in
Advance, Missouri, on February 17, 1946, and passed away at the Southeast
Hospital in Cape Girardeau on August 27, 2018, at the age of 72 years, 6
months and 10 days.
Elmer had lived
in the Marble Hill area before moving to Bloomfield in 1996, he worked as a
well driller. On May 26, 1978, he married Martha Fay Bennett in Zalma, Missouri.
Surviving are
his wife, Martha Blankenship of Bloomfield; one daughter and spouse, Marsha (Tommy) Richardson of Bloomfield; five sons
and spouses, David (Lisa) Blankenship of Bloomfield, Michael Blankenship of Bloomfield, Barry (Natasha) Blankenship of Malden, Frankie (Donna) Tackett of Bloomfield; Larry Tackett of
Bloomfield; seventeen grandchildren, four great grandchildren; two sisters,
Linda Johnson of
Benton, Rose Slinkard of
Marble Hill; two brothers, Kenny and Orville Blankenship both of Benton, Missouri. Other relatives and many friends also survive.
He was preceded
in death by one son Tony Blankenship, and one sister Ruby Blankenship.
Funeral
services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 1, 2018, at the
Watkins & Sons Chapel in Dexter with the Bro.Ronnie Winchester of Brownwood
officiating. Interment will be at the Triplett Cemetery near Dexter.
+2019, Dexter, Stoddard Co., MO, Funeral
Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home Inc.,
Mary Ellen Blankenship, Jan 5, 1930 – Apr 8, 2019, (Age 89), Dexter, Missouri
Mrs. Blankenship was a member of the First Christian Church
Disciples of Christ in Dexter, graduated from Dexter High School in 1947 and
attended Poplar Bluff Business College.
A Memorial service will then be conducted on Wednesday, April 10,
2019, at 1:00 pm, with Rev. Mike Williams officiating and Rev Elijah Allen
assisting. Interment will follow in the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in
Bloomfield, Missouri.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Dexter, Stoddard Co., MO, Funeral
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vcf6/In-Memory-of-Mary-Ellen-Blankenship
Mary Ellen Blankenship, daughter of the
late Deloyce Robinson and Mary Grace
Carter Robinson was born on January 5, 1930 in Knoble, AR and departed this
life on Monday April 8, 2019 at her residence in Dexter, Missouri at the age of
89 years.
Mrs. Blankenship was a member of the
First Christian Church Disciples of Christ in Dexter, graduated from Dexter
High School in 1947 and attended Poplar Bluff Business College. Mary Ellen was
the Executive Director Dexter Chamber of Commerce for 18 years, Dexter City
Clerk for five years, and a resident of Dexter.
On December 19, 1947 she was united in marriage
to Robert
(Bob) W. Blankenship in Dexter, Missouri. Mr.
Blankenship preceded her in death on May 2, 2005. she
is also preceded in death by one son, Richard (Rick) Blankenship, one grandson,
Tommy
Blankenship, two brothers, Tommy Robinson and Carter Robinson.
Survives include one son, Robert Scott
Blankenship (Jana) of Dexter; one, daughter-in-law, Kaye Blankenship Taylor of Cape
Girardeau, Missouri; by one brother, Jamie Robinson of Dexter; by two sisters,
Ann Smyth (Jim) of Dexter and June Horton (John ) of
Alabama; also by four grandchildren, Matt Blankenship, Wes Blankenship (Brandy), Jordan Blankenship Boyer (Cody), and Jessica
Blankenship; and by one great-grandchild, Madison Lane Blankenship.
A Memorial service will be conducted on
Wednesday, April 10, 2019 at 1:00 pm, at the First Christian Church Disciples
of Christ in Dexter, with Rev. Mike Williams officiating and Rev. Elijah Allen
assisting. Interment will follow in the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in
Bloomfield, Missouri. Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home, Dexter.
Stone
+2019, Blue Eye, Stone Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News Leader March 11 2019
Gaytonna L. Blankenship, 64, 07-Mar, Blue Eye.
Snapp-Bearden Funeral Home and Crematory, [Branson, Taney Co., MO].
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2019, Blue Eye, Stone Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.snapp-bearden.com/notices/Gaytonna-Blankenship
Gaytonna Lynn Blankenship, December 23,
1954 ~ March 7, 2019 (age 64)
Gaytonna Lynn Blankenship was born on December 23, 1954 in Rapid City,
South Dakota. She was the daughter of
Leonard James Dragon and Marlys J. (Tiller) Dragon. Lynn entered into rest on March 7, 2019 at
the age of 64.
She currently resided in Blue Eye, moving
there from Omaha, Nebraska. She was a
homemaker and in her free time, she enjoyed swimming.
She is survived by her son Blair Blankenship of Nixa; two
brothers, Eugene Dragon of Bellevue, NE and Dean Dragon of Colorado Springs, CO
along with two grandchildren.
Cremation arrangements were under the
direction of Snapp-Bearden Funeral Home and Crematory, Branson.
Sullivan
2017, Milan, Sullivan
Co., MO, Obituary
The Kansas City Star, (MO) - August 23, 2017
Greg V. Glidewell, 74, of Milan, MO, died August 19, 2017, in
Kansas City, [Jackson Co.,] MO.
From farming in his youth to being a successful hardware store
owner, Greg was a hard worker who proudly loved his family. His farming
background proved to be beneficial because in retirement he presided over a
vast tomato garden. He also enjoyed working on automobiles and tinkering in his
barn. His love of telling stories (often the same ones!) provided much laughter
for his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Jean Anne (Gray) Glidewell;
three sons, Todd, Tony, and Tim Glidewell; daughter,
Trudy Blankenship; daughter-in-law, Gayle Glidewell; son-in-law, Josh Blankenship; and grandchildren, Hannah and Grace
Glidewell, and Trey Glidewell.
A mausoleum service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, in the
Mount Olivet Chapel, 7601 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, MO, 64138.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Joshua David
Blankenship – b.14Jun1972 - Kansas City, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MHH-5D8
Relatives -
Brook Blankenship, Gia Blankenship, Judy Evans Blankenship, Karen S.
Blankenship, Karen Blankenship, Larry P. Blankenship, Larry Paul Blankenship,
Trudy A. Blankenship, Trudy Anne Blankenship, Wayne Blankenship.
Taney
2017, Branson, Taney
Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader on July 26, 2017
Roberta Lee Blankenship, 76, Branson.
Arrangements: Greenlawn Funeral Home-Branson
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2017, Branson, Taney
Co., MO, Obituary
http://bransontrilakesnews.com/obituaries/article_8b21609a-7162-11e7-a558-0b4d3aa93d2f.html
Roberta Lee Blankenship, 76, of Branson,
died July 23, 2017, at her home. She was born Jan. 3, 1941, in Baker, Mont.,
daughter of Bob and Helen Moody Breen.
Roberta worked for many years in hotel
management.
Roberta was preceded in death by her
parents; sister Leona Carnline; sons Duke Clark and
Bobby Clark; two grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.
Survivors include her husband Richard
Blankenship, of the home; children Sharon Ellis, of Branson, Helen Stoiber, of
Price, Utah, Shelly Morrow, of Branson, David Clark, of Ogden, Utah, Chuck
Clark, of Coffeyville, Kan. and Gene Smart, of Lincolnton, NC and a
stepdaughter Lora Clark, of Butte, Mont.; brother Tom Breen, of Dale City, Va.;
sister Patty Been, of Colorado Springs, Colo.; 13 grandchildren; and numerous
great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m.
July 28, 2017, at Greenlawn Funeral Home in Branson with Pastor Gary Bucher
officiating. Burial will be at a later date at Missouri Veterans Cemetery in
Springfield.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Richard A.
Blankenship – b.02Oct1939 – Branson, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2MZV-TX1
Relatives -
Charman D. Blankenship, Dick A. Blankenship, Sharman D. Blankenship.
+2017, Branson, Taney Co., MO, Obituary
http://bransontrilakesnews.com/obituaries/article_e9584b2a-df70-11e7-be38-97ede89c6734.html
Doris Lee Blankenship Wasson, 94, of Branson, died Dec. 7, 2017. Doris was born Feb. 11, 1923, in Cedar Creek, daughter of Edgar Martin Blankenship and Minnie Alice Bell Blankenship.
She married George Wasson June 30, 1940, in Protem. She was a
mother and homemaker. She sewed, made quilts and fired her own ceramic
creations. She attended Community Church in Kirbyville.
She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; sons Bobby
George and Ermel James; siblings Virginia Dunn, Olive Dunn and J. D. Blankenship; and four grandsons.
Survivors include her family Ermalee Meadows, of Branson, Loyal
Wasson, of Protem, Jim Wasson, of Pleasant Hill, Mo., Roger Wasson, of
Springfield, Tommy Wasson, of Kissee Mills, and Jerry Wasson, of Lincoln, Mo.;
16 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandsons.
Graveside services were held Dec. 11, 2017, 1 p.m., at Garrison
Cemetery under the direction of Snapp-Bearden Funeral Home and Crematory in
Branson
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Texas
+2015, Houston, Texas Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.evansfh.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2969749&fh_id=12238
Wilda Jane (Montgomery) Blankenship passed into eternal life on February 14,
2015 at her home in Houston. She was 90 years old. A lifetime resident of
Houston, she was born on November 13, 1924 to William and Leona (Sutton)
Montgomery, a direct descendent of Valentine Sutton, one of the pioneer
founders of Houston.
She married Dillard Blankenship “Junior” on March 23,
1947 and moved from her family home to the farm where she lived for 68 years.
Wilda and Junior’s home was the center of family holidays and events, providing
many happy memories for their nieces and nephews as they were growing up. It
was a treat to eat homemade light bread and jellies, hunt for Easter eggs, run
from the Halloween witch, or find a special present under the Christmas tree.
Ever the caregiver, she helped her mother, father, and husband through many
illnesses, and their final days. A fiercely independent person, after the death
of her husband in 1993, she took care of herself until a few months ago.
She was preceded in death by her husband and parents, brothers and
sisters Stonewall Montgomery, John Montgomery, and Marvin Montgomery of Houston;
sister Lillie Sharpe of Tiffin, Ohio; and brother Earl Montgomery and nephew
Steve Montgomery of Cabool; as well as brothers-in law Dean Gettys of Cabool
and Robert Sharpe of Tiffin.
She is survived by a sister Ruby Gettys of Cabool; three sisters-in
law Doris Montgomery and Naomi Montgomery of Houston; and Emma Montgomery of
Cabool, along with eight nieces and nephews.
Wilda will be remembered for her wit, humor, and creativity. Well
known in the community as an exceptional farmer, she raised Angus cattle that
topped the market in Springfield, as well as prize-winning chickens. Her black
walnut carvings of birds and plants and intricate quilts and needlework rivaled
those in the best shops in Branson, and her humorous and poignant memoirs of
growing up in Houston grew into a book-length volume. Always a generous
gardener, she gave flower bulbs and cuttings to neighbors, family, and friends,
creating a legacy that lives in gardens and yards across Texas County and
beyond.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2015, Licking, Texas Co., MO, Obituary
Published in www.therolladailynews.com
/ from July 29 to July 30, 2015
Leota Maxine Mitchell, of Licking, MO, passed away Sunday, July 26,
2015, at the age of 89. Leota was born in Roby, Missouri on March 25, 1926 to
the late Jess and Minnie (Biram) Jeffries.
Leota married Junior Walker and to this union two daughters were
born. She later married Howard Blankenship and to
this union one son was born. Howard and Leota and the children shared many
wonderful memories together before Howard was taken from them suddenly on March
2, 1968. Leota later married Ted Mitchell who shared her love for hunting and
fishing. They had many wonderful years together until he passed away in July of
1988.
Leota graduated from Licking High School on May 6, 1943 and began
teaching at the Ellsworth School, a one room school house in rural Texas
County. Leota later worked at and retired from Rawlings and spent her remaining
years loving and caring for her family. She had a gift for quilting and blessed
her family with many beautiful quilts. Leota attended the Licking Christian
Church.
Leota will be greatly missed by her surviving family which includes
her two daughters: Judy Tollison and husband Leon of St. James, MO and Rita
Hobbs and husband Arlon of Malvern, AR; one son, Don
Blankenship and wife Lana of
Rolla, MO; nine grandchildren, Jimmy
Hubbard and wife Ellen, Billy Hubbard and wife Rachel, Chris Hubbard, Melissa
Hurst, Joey Breedlove and wife Angie, Scott Breedlove and wife Lisa, Stephen Blankenship and wife Tara, Nichole Walters and husband
Steve and Shauna Young and husband Leigh, sixteen great grandchildren; three
brothers, Paul Jeffries and Glen Jeffries of Licking, Mo, and Jerry Jeffries
and wife Norma of Barnhart, MO; four sisters, Aweda McDowell of Licking, MO,
Bonnie Noah of Jackson, MO, Betty Conant of Wentzville, MO and Sharon Antonich
and husband John of Pevely, MO; and many nieces, nephews, extended family
members and friends. She will also be greatly missed by her two four legged
companions "Scooter" and "Cee Cee" who were very dear to
her heart.
A Memorial Celebration of Leota's life will be held at 10 a.m.,
Friday, July 31, 2015 at the Licking Christian Church. Interment will follow in
the Licking Cemetery.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
SSDI: Blankenship,
Howard, 50, 16Jun1917 - ??Mar1968, (not specified), MO-500-12-8640
2017, Licking, Texas
Co., MO, Death
Published in the News-Leader on Feb. 23, 2017
Manuel Blankenship, 80, Licking.
Arrangements: Fox Funeral Home, Licking, MO
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2017, Licking, Texas
Co., MO, Obituary
http://foxfh.net/tribute/details/270/Manuel-Blankenship/obituary.html#tribute-start
Manuel Blankenship, son of the late
James
Calvin Blankenship and Agnes Rachel (Lawson) “Skidmore” Blankenship was born April 23, 1936 at Hazelton, Missouri and passed away at his
home February 21, 2017 from a long illness.
Manuel’s mother died when he was two
years old and he was raised by his father on Piney River. He spent a lot of
time with his dad fishing. He enjoyed deer hunting, gardening, and doing yard
work. He worked for Ford Motor Worldwide Enterprises for 30 years and was
retired.
He was united in marriage to Sylvia
Shepherd; his wife of 57 years, on July 18, 1959.
He was preceded in death by his parents
Calvin
and Agnes Blankenship, one son Terry Lynn Blankenship, one sister
Marie Murphy; three
half-brothers: Franklin Skidmore, Chester Skidmore, and Albert Skidmore; one
half-sister Naomi Skidmore and a sister Freda Blankenship.
He is survived by his wife of the
home, Sylvia
Blankenship; one son, Stacey Blankenship; three grandsons, Max, Brandon
and Bradford; one granddaughter, Jackie Smith; four great-grandchildren; one brother,
Fredrick Blankenship; one
half-sister, Maydean Murphy; and several nieces and nephews.
Manuel was a hard worker, good husband,
dad, brother and grandpa. Manuel was loved dearly and will be missed by his
family and friends.
Fredrick
Blankenship – b.27Mar1938 - Licking, MO: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJW2-6XBB
Relatives -
Agatha M. Blankenship, Gatha May Blankenship, May Blankenship.
+2019, Plato, Texas Co., MO, Obituary
The Laclede County Record, (MO) - October 12, 2019
Lois Evelyn Yates, 93, of Plato, died Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019. She
was born Jan. 8, 1926, near Nebo, MO, to Cecil Elmer and Nancy Myrtle (Blankenship) Handley.
She grew up in the Nebo/Lynchburg area and attended grade school at
Lone Star. She was a member of Lynchburg Baptist Church. On May 3, 1941, she
married Kenneth Yates. Lois worked for the Post Exchange, Hamm Auto Vend, and
Holman-Howe Funeral Home.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Kenneth; a
daughter, Lodema Ruth Cook; a son, Larry Joe Yates, and an infant son.
She is survived by her daughter, Beverley Smith and husband Gary,
of Plato; grandchildren, Ronald (Glenda) Cook, Marietta (Jerry) Kimrey, Craig
(Mandy) Smith, Jamie (Julie) Smith, Sheila Pounders, Valerie Palilla, and
Kenneth Laten Yates; 17 great-grand-children and 21 great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, at
Mount Carney Christian Church with the Rev. Frankie McCune officiating. Burial
will be in Mount Carney Cemetery, under the direction of Evans Funeral Home of
Houston.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
1930 Censes,
Gasconade Twp., Laclede Co., MO,
Handley, Elmer 27, M, MO, Head,
Handley, Myrtle 25, F, MO, Wife,
Handley, Lois E. 04,
F, MO, Dau,
https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XHFG-VL6
Vernon
+2018, Walker, Vernon Co., MO, Obituary
https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/Zana-Blankenship-obituary?pid=189006692
Zana Blankenship, Walker, 83, 12/11/1934 – 5/13/2018.
Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home, El Dorado
Springs, MO.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Zana E.
Blankenship – b.12Nov1934 – Walker, MO: https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QJJT-31TF
Relatives - Cody
D. Blankenship, Diane E. Blankenship, Keith A. Blankenship, Max Blankenship.
Washington
2016, Caledonia, Washington
Co., MO, Obituary
Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO) - December 16, 2016
Neil McDonald, 84 [1932], Caledonia, passed away December 15, 2016.
He is survived by her spouse, Velma McDonald; children, Teresa
Nase, Gretta (Shawn) Bast, Kevin (Cynthia) O'Neal-McDonald, Gregory (Lori)
McDonald; step-children, Michael (Sandy)Blankenship , Charles (Jodi) Blankenship , Debbie (Ron) Schnieder; brother, Bill
(Ann) McDonald.
Services were held Friday, December 16, 2016, at Moore Funeral
Home, Potosi.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
2016, Potosi, Washington
Co., MO, Obituary
Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO) - June 6, 2016
Lester Politte, Sr., 80, of Potosi, passed away Friday, June 3,
2016.
Lester is survived by his wife, Beverly Politte; children, Eva
(Bradley) Hecht, Derek Politte, Lester Jr.(Belinda) Politte, Louis Politte
(Stefanie Wager); step-children Kathy (Kelley) Silvey, Angela (Mick) Schlosser,
Kevin (Cathy) Brockway, Jeffrey (Pam) Newcomer; sister Mary Renee (Michael) Blankenship ; 27 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren.
Funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at Moore Funeral
Home in Potosi.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Webster
2016, Fordland, Webster Co., MO, Obituary
Published in the News-Leader on Oct. 5, 2016
Doyle Patrick Pettit, 72, Fordland, passed away Monday, October 3,
2016 in Cox Medical Center South, [Springfield, Greene Co., MO]. He
was born June 19, 1944 in Twin Falls, Idaho the oldest child of a family of
seven born to Doyle and Lois (Tracy) Pettit.
His life has a lot of ups and downs traveling the western United
States but always returning home to Missouri. Pat graduated from Chadwick High
School in 1964 and married Georgia Gene Fuller on August 29, 1965. He worked
several jobs before working at the Paul Mueller Company for over 35 years,
which he missed so much, when he had to retire due to health reasons. He
coached and watched his sons playing sports, loved hunting, fishing and
antiquing. Later in life he had his grandsons to be proud of for all their
achievements. He fought a long and hard battle for many years with his health
problems. His final, totally unselfish act was to make it easier for his wife
and family by going home to be with his Lord.
Preceding him to Heaven were his parents, a brother, Jimmie Pettit;
two sisters, Nona Jean Blankenship and Debbie Ward; and his mother-in-law and
friend, Mary Fuller.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Georgia Gene; two sons,
Michael Patrick Pettit and wife Debbie; and Matthew Doyle Pettit; all of
Fordland; his former daughter-in-law, Ronda Pettit, Rogersville; three
grandsons, Matthew Dylan Pettit, Little Rock, AR; Michael Andrew Pettit,
Fordland; and Justin Lewis, Springfield; a godson, Daren Smikle, Marshfield;
two brothers, Tom Pettit and wife Phyliss, Sparta; and Bob Pettit and wife
Carolyn, Ozark; special friends, Janice Smikle and Dwight Kibby; his faithful
companion, Bandit; several nieces, nephews and many friends.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 7, 2016
in J. D. Lee and Sons Funeral Home, Rogersville. Burial will follow in Easter
Cemetery, south of Fordland.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
+2018, Seymour, Webster
Co., MO, Obituary
http://www.webstercountycitizen.com/obituaries/article_42221576-fb0d-11e7-ac2d-eb44548f03e6.html
Posted: Tuesday,
January 16, 2018 4:30 pm | Updated: 4:38 pm, Tue Jan 16, 2018.
Mrs. Mollie Pearl Barker, 89, of Seymour died Monday, Jan. 9, 2018, in Mercy Hospital of Springfield, [Greene
Co., MO]. She was born on
Oct. 8, 1928, to George and Verba Holiman Blankenship
Graveside services for Barker were held Thursday, Jan. 11, 2018, in
the Seymour Masonic Cemetery, under the direction of Holman-Howe Funeral Home
of Seymour.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com
Wright
2017, Hartville, Wright
Co., MO, Obituary
The Lebanon Daily Record, (MO) - October 2, 2017
Wanda Faye Cope, 87 [1930], of Hartville, died on Thursday, Sept.
28, 2017 in the Hartville Care Center.
She is survived by her husband, Darrell Cope, of the home; two
daughters, Karen Ellis of Mountain Grove, Mo., and Kathy Claxton of Hartville;
five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two step-children, Bob Coope and
Pam Latimer, both of Hartville; three step-grandchildren; three
step-great-great-grand-children; brothers and sisters Jack and Larry Cravens, both Lebanon, Sue Hensley of
Hartville, Linda Blankenship of Marshfield, Wilda Peterman of Jackson,
MO, and Jerry Cravens of Appleton City, MO; and a number of nieces, nephews,
cousins, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017
in the Hartville Freewill Baptist Church. Burial will be in the new Home
Cemetery north of Hartville.
From: Diane Renfrow dhrenfrow(at)yahoo.com