SEPTEMBER, 1999 OBITUARIES
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Willa Jean Ankrom, 60, Bolivar, died at 1:47 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, 1999, in Citizens Memorial Hospital following a lingering illness. She was born July 23, 1939, in Chadwick to Lloyd D. and Elda M. Robertson Walker. She was a member of Nixa Full Gospel Pentecostal Church of Nixa. She was united in marriage in 1970 to Bill Ankrom. Survivors include her husband, Bill, of the home; her father and stepmother, Lloyd and Helen Walker of Sparta; six sons, Terry Mincks of the home, Bill Mincks and his wife, Cheryl, and Mark Mincks and his wife, Linda, all of Bolivar, Curtis Lawrence of Pacific, Lloyd H. Nelson of Jefferson City, and Raymond Nelson and his wife, Treena, of Pittsburg; a daughter, Jeanie McDonald and her husband, Richard, of Humphreys; two sisters, Joann Plaster and her husband, Jarrett, of Morrisville, and Brenda Walker of Ozark; a half-sister, Cindy Hopper of Branson, and three half-brothers, Jim Coffelt of Spokane, Ronald Coffelt of Galena, and Glen Braden of Kimberling City; as well as 12 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Elda, and a sister, Barbara. Services were Tuesday, Sept. 14, at Chadwick Pentecostal Church of Chadwick with burial following in Chadwick Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Pitts Chapel, Bolivar. Memorial contributions may be made at the funeral home. A00008B1999SP15
Floyd Weldon Boswell, 91, Morrisville, died Sunday, Sept. 19, 1999, at his home. He was born Nov. 28, 1907, in Brighton to Harry Harrison and Ina Inez Griffitts Boswell. He was the second of eight children. He attended Gumbo School, completing the eighth grade. As daring young boys, he and his brothers would swim in the Sac River when it would be flooded half a mile wide. He also told of a time when he was on the river bank and experienced his salvation. During the depression years of the 1930s, he worked as a cowboy in Russell, Kan. He always told stories of the great bend of the river and Rogg Brothers Cattle Ranch where he worked the cattle, fed hay in blizzards, drove cattle, about his favorite horse and about the neighboring Dole Ranch, where "little Bobbie Dole lived." Floyd returned to Missouri and later married Rena Slagle on Dec. 15, 1935. They farmed and raised cattle for many years. Floyd was a farrier and served on the Slagle School Board, the election board and the local road commission. During the 1950s he worked as a water well driller and was a carpenter during the 60s, 70s and 80s. He remained alone at the farm, with failing eyesight and hearing, for 13 years after the passing of his wife Rena. He was also preceded in death by his parents, an infant son and six brothers and sisters. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Charles Floyd and Dixie Boswell of Rogersville; a daughter and son-in-law, Ginger and Bruce Wheeler of Kansas Ciyt; four granddaughters, Kim Simmerman and her husband, Skip, of Rogersville, Paula Ledford and her husband, Dan, of Kansas City, Dawn Buck and her husband, Preston, of Savona, N.Y., and Sandy Lininger and her husband, Jeff, of Greenwood; a grandson, Blane Boswell and his wife, Casey Dawn, of Ozark; nine great-granddaughters, Amanda, Courtney Nicole, Amie, Sara, Cari, Jessica, Andrey, Rachel and Erica; and a great-grandson, Luke. All of Floyd's grandchildren and great-grandchildren have their own special memories of their grandpa. Farewell to Dad, Grandpa and Great-grandpa. Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, in the Slagle Creek Missionary Baptist Church south of Bolivar with Bro. Gene Skinner officiating. Music will be provided by the church choir, and burial will be in the Slagle Cemetery under the direction of Butler Funeral Home. Casketbearers will be Gene Allen, Dick Magnuson, Charles Polodna, Dan Ledford, Jeff Lininger and James Boswell. Visitation will be from 7 to 8 p.m. today (Wednesdy) in the Butler Chapel. (34c) A00008B1999SP22
Velma Breshears, 94, Bolivar, died at 1:05 a.m. Friday, Sept. 10, 1999, in Citizens Memorial Health Care Facility following a short illness. She was born Nov. 26, 1904, in Goodson to John Thomas and Susan Arminta Beem Farmer. She was a homemaker. On Sept. 5, 1924 she was united in marriage to R. Aulden "Buster" Breshears, and to this union one son was born. She was saved at an early age and joined Goodson Missionary Baptist Church and at the time of her passing was the oldest member of the church. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Marvin A. and Marjorie Fay Breshears of Bolivar; three grandchildren, Karen McKee and her husband, Bob, of Owasso, Okla., Max Breshears and his wife, Anna, of Stillwell, Kan., and Lindel Breshears and his wife, Nancy, of Carrollton, Texas; five great-grandsons, one great-granddaughter and one great-great-grandson, one nephew and 13 nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two sisters and five brothers. Services were held Sunday, Sept. 12, in Pitts Chapel with Bro. Jackie Brakebill officiating. Music was provided by Goodson Missionary Baptist Church Choir. Burial followed in Mountain View Cemetery. A00008B1999SP15
Jean M. Brich, 68, Bolivar, died at 3:15 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, 1999, at St. John's Regional Health Center in Springfield after a lingering illness. She was born Nov. 27, 1930, in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of George and Mary Vanderzwalm. She was a homemaker and a member of the Berean Baptist Church in Bolivar. She was the widow of Fred Brich, who died in 1979. Surviving are two sons, Garland Brich of Bolivar and Robert Brich of Chicago, Ill.; a brother, Richard Vanderzwalm, address unknown; and two grandsons. Services wil be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, in Butler Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. David Lingo officiating. Burial will be in Salem Cemetery at Cliquot. A00008B1999SP15
Ivan Wesley Butler, 79, Humansville, died Wednesday, Sept. 15, 1999, at St. John's Regional Health Center, Springfield. The son of Oliver L. and Ethel Hinkle Butler, he was born March 26, 1920, north of Wheatland. He grew up in the White Cloud area and attended White Cloud School. He attended Macedonai Church north of Wheatland. On Dec. 25, 1943, he was married to Bertie Louise Smart. They lived in Hickory County where he worked for Frisco Railroad, worked at the feed store in Weaubleau and farmed. In 1959 they moved to Humansville, and in 1960 he began driving a milk tgruck for John Hornbeck. After 31 years of driving, he retired in 1991 because of poor health. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Harvey, Guy, Earl and Dean Butler; and two sisters, Mandy Stevens and Winnie Bradshaw. Survivors include his wife, Bertie, of the home; a sister, Floy Downs of Grain Valley; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Services were Saturday, Sept. 18, in Murray Chapel, Humansville, with the Rev. Bill Vernon officiating. Honorary pallbearers were Jimmy Bradshaw, Jerry Bradshaw, Kenneth Butler, W.D. Butler, Leon Butler, Brian Butler, Mike Cox, Clifford West, Tammy Butler, Dena Waddell, Lonnie Butler, Linda Butts, Velma Betts, Betty Martin, Crystal Vaughn, Brandi Smith, Billy Downs and Janet Worthy. Pallbearers were Roy Austin, Charley York, Jimmy Smith, Steve Vaughn, Richard Downs, Bill Downs, Jack Bradshaw and Donnie Smith. Interment was in Robinson Cemetery west of Weaubleau. A00008B1999SP22
Glenda Darlene Butler, 41, Brighton, died at 3:47 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, 1999, in St. John's Regional Medical Center, Springfield, following a lingering illness. She was a homemaker and a 1976 graduate of Marion C. Early High School. Survivors include her daughter, Lori Butler, and her parents, Jesse and Lois Buckner, all of the home; two half-sisters, Wilma Holt of Wheatland and Glenna Marie Kennedy of Independence; a half-brother, Dyrl Buckner of Osceola; and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Services were Monday, Sept. 13, in Pitts Chapel with burial following in Payne Cemetery. A00008B1999SP15
Loran J. Cave, 80, Brighton, died Wednesday, Sept. 22, 1999, in Maranatha Village, Springfield. He was born May 8, 1919, in Ozark, the son of Jeff and Maggic Cave. On April 18, 1949, he married Janie Appleby. He retired in 1981 from Frisco Transportation, where he had worked for 42 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceeded in death by two grandsons and a great-granddaughter. He is survived by his wife, Janie; two sons, Larry Cave of Springfield and Wesley Cave of Boulder City, Nev.; a daughter, Becky Bumgarner, Brighton; 15 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services were Saturday, Sept. 25, in Springfield with burial in White Chapel Memorial Gardens. Arrangements were under the direction of Greenlawn Funeral Home North, Springfield. A00008B1999SP29
Donald E. Clark, 82, Bolivar, died at 2:01 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, 1999, in Cox Medical Center South, Springfield. He was born May 20, 1917, in Topeka, Kan., the son of Victor R. and Grace E. Smelser Clark. He put 36 years of his life into the mechanical aspects of the production and operation of airline aircraft for TWA. He also operated a farm for many years. His retirement took him to Pomme De Terre Lake and then later to Bolivar. He was a member of the United Methodist Church of Hermitage. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lois, on Oct. 16, 1988, and by his sister, Dorothy E. Michael. He is survived by two sons, Kenneth E. Clark of Olathe, Kan., and Steven L. Clark of Smithville; three grandchildren, Philip E. Clark of Garden, Kan., Nancy L. Schultz of Olathe, Kan., and Rodney C. Clark of Kansas City; six great-grandchildren, Curtis and Jamie Schultz, Kristen Clark, Matthew Clark, Leslie Clark and Emilee Clark. Services were Tuesday, Sept. 14, in the Butler Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Don Hogan officiating. Burial was in Dooley Bend Cemetery. Casketbearers were Kenneth Clark, Rodney Clark, Steven Clark, Philip Clark, Don Sutton and Mel Henry. A00008B1999SP15
Frank Dean Davolt, 56, Springfield, died at 6:44 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, 1999, in St. John's Regional Health Center, Springfield. He was born Aug. 27, 1943, in Bolivar, the son of Orla and Alberta Davolt. He grew up on a farm west of Bolivar, where he attended Fair Play schools. Later his family moved to Cedar County, and he was transferred to Stockton school. He was saved at an early age in Bolivar. On Dec. 30, 1960, Frank entered the U.S. Navy. He served his country throughout the world and on various navy ships. His naval career included two tours in Vietnam, where he received second and third good conduct medals, the Vietnam Service Medal and combat action ribbon. He retired on May 1, 1982, with the rank of chief hull maintenance technician. Frank loved sports and enjoyed watching his grandchildren's baseball and soccer games. He also looked forward to family gatherings during holidays and special events. He was preceded in death by his father, Orla, and his brother, Carl. Survivors include his mother, Alberta Davolt, of Bolivar; his son, Paul A. Davolt and his wife, Barbara, Bolivar; his daughter, Theresa Eighmy and her husband, Jerry, Springfield; four grandchildren, Phillip, Joey, Erica and Cory; two brothers, Paul Davolt and his wife, Debbie, Springfield, and Jim Davolt and his wife, Sue, Bolivar; three sisters, Patricia Fleeman and her husband, Darell, Fair Play, Joyce Williams and her husband, Lewis, Woodstock, Ga., and Linda Brinkman and her husband, Steve, Troy, Mich.; and several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Services were Saturday, Sept. 18, in the Butler Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Joe Rouse officiating. Musical selections were by Bill and Sandy Jones with Rose Roweton as the accompanist. Casketbearers were Lewis Williams, Michael Davolt, Shane Davolt, Jerry Eighmy, Sean Davolt, Ted Barker, Vic Davolt and Jim Elton. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. (34c) A00008B1999SP22
Evelyn Williams Dryer, 74, Fair Play, died Saturday, Sept. 25, 1999, in Cox Medical Center, Springfield, after complications from surgery. She was born Feb. 7, 1925, in Polk County to Amer and Lois Hunt Williams. She was united in marriage to David "Buck" Dryer on Feb. 1, 1941. To this union four children were born: Sharon, Bob, Billy and Danny. At a young age, Evelyn was saved, and in 1938 she joined Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church. She was very active in the church. For many years she was the church clerk and taught Sunday school classes. She loved to sing the songs of the Lord. At her death Evelyn was the oldest active member in the church. Evelyn's pride and joy was her garden. She enjoyed sharing her abundance of fruits and vegetables with her friends and neighbors. It was never an inconvenience to set another plate at the table. Whether it be one person or 10, no one left her table hungrey. Evelyn was a very giving and loving woman. She loved everyone unconditionally. If she had something that she thought you needed, it was yours. Her heart was filled with love and faith. Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Sharon Kirksey; a son-in-law, Herman Kirksey; and an infant brother. She is survived by a family that loves her dearly and will miss her, including her husband, Buck Dryer, of Bolivar; her sons, Bob Dryer and his wife, Bobbie Ann, of Hartville, Billy Dryer and his wife, Kay, of Aldrich, and Danny Dryer and his wife, Ramona, of Bolivar; her 10 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, nieghbors and friends. Services were Tuesday, Sept. 28, in Butler Chapel with Bro. Garland Pool and Bro. DeWayne Burdette officiating. Music was provided by Ramona Dryer, Norma Winfield and Lucinda Crouch. Burial was in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery southwest of Aldrich. Casketbearers were Jerry Winfiel, Dean Winfiel, Tommy Tindle, Marty Tindle, John Davis and James Davis. (35c) A00008B1999SP29
Thelma A. Early, 87, Bolivar, died at 7:10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, 1999, at the Hermitage Balanced Care Facility in Hermitage. She was born Aug. 16, 1912, near Weir, Kan., the daughter of Jim and Mina Bowman Stevens. She accepted Jesus as her personal saviour 18 years ago in Pittsburg, Kan., and considered Mount Olive Baptist Church in Bolivar her church home. She is survived by her son, Huston J. Anderson, and his wife, Margaret, of Bolivar; four grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren; as well as her church family and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Donald T. Anderson; a grandson, Scott Anderson; and two brothers, Chester and Lester Stevens. Services were Sunday, Sept. 26, in Mount Olive Baptist Church with the Rev. Danny Vance officiating. Private interment will be held at a later date. Cremation was under the direction of Montgomery-Viets Funeral Home, Buffalo. A00008B1999SP29
Brian Darryk Francka, 13, Springfield, died Monday, Sept. 27, 1999, at his home. He was born Jan. 18, 1986, in Springfield and was an eighth grade student at Willard Junior High School where he had participated in football. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bolivar. Survivors include his father and stepmother, Brian and Heidi Francka, Springfield; his mother, Sherri Lingo, state of California; a half-brother, Cody, state of California; his grandparents, Jerry and Judy Francka of Bolivar, Mike and Diana Shanks of Springfield, Wayne Lingo of Springfield, Carol and Lynn Carrington, state of California, and Harold Moore of Walnut Grove; his great-grandparents, James and Tracy Francka of Bolivar and Ruth Mitchell of Pleasant Hope; his step-great-grandparents, W.T. and Linnie Bowman and Rex and Ruth Moore, all of Springfield; his aunts and uncles, Jessica Francka, Jamie and Vicky Francka, Sherry and Donnie Ballard, Chris Francka, Delores Lingo, Tyler and Linda Moore, Bob and Chris Moore and Josh Moore; and many cousins. Funeral mass will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 1, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Rosary service will be at 7 p.m. Thursday followed by visitation at 8 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will be in St. Wenceslaus Cemetery south of Bolivar under the direction of Murray Funeral Home. A00008B1999SP29
Bonnie Atkinson Herr, 82, Bolivar, died at 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, 1999, at Parkview Health Care Facility. She was born Aug. 14, 1917, in Polk County, the daughter of Walter J. and Oma Smith Atkinson. She attended the Rose Bud School and High School in Humansville. On April 5, 1935, she was united in marriage to Murl Franklin Herr in Stockton. A few years after their marriage, they moved to Monte Vista, Colo., and a few years later to southern California, where they spent most of their married life. During World War II she worked at Douglas Aircraft, Long Beach, Calif. Upon their retirement in 1973, she from Brodwick Gym Wear and her husband from Cal Poly College, they returned to Stockton, where they built a home. After her husband's death in 1985, she moved from Stockton to Bolivar in January 1990 where she spent the remainder of her life. She had been in the Parkview Health Care Facility since November 1997. She was a member of the Stockton Christian Church, the Happy Senior Citizen Club and the Lend a Hand Extension Club and had been a volunteer at Stockton Nursing Home. She also helped to raise money for the Stockton Senior Citizen Center and later served as secretary on the site council board for five years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank; her parents, Walter and Oma Atkinson; two brothers, Johnnie Atkinson and Kenneth Atkinson; and four sisters, Audra Hall, Marguerite Roby, Ida Rhinehart and Stella Carneal. Survivors include one brother, Walter J. Atkinson of Corona, Calif.; a niece and nephew, Wanda and Roy Ruckman of Kansas City; and many other nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Also surviving are special friends Ronnie, Mary Jane, Scott and Stacie Miller of Stockton. Services were Saturday, Sept. 18, at Brumback Chapel, Stockton, with Ronnie Miller officiating. Interment was in Stockton Cemetery. Pallbearers were Wanda Ruckman, Roy Ruckman, Lee Atkinson, Howard Simmons, Ronnie Miller and Alvin Dody. A00008B1999SP22
Clifford Jon Hott, 62, Hermitage, died Sunday, Sept. 20, 1999 at his home after a long battle with cancer. He was born May 14, 1937, in Marseilles, Ill., to William and Ivy Hott. He served in the U.S. Air Force as a mechanic in the 11th Field Maintenance Squadron, 11th Bombardment Wing, from July 1957 to May 1963. After being discharged he worked at Nabisco Paper Board Plant in Marseilles, Ill. He later moved to Missouri and went into business for himself. He operated the JAT Company, specializing in transporting and setting up mobile homes throughout the midwest, from 1982 until 1990 when he was forced to retire due to ill health. Cliff could design, construct or repair just about anything, and he loved the outdoor life: hunting, fishing and mushroom gathering. He will be sorely missed by his family and all who knew him well. Survivors include his wife, Ruby, of the home; five children, Henry Hott of Anchorage, Alaska, Les Hott of St. Joseph, Faith Kennedy of Ottawa, Ill., Valerie Adams of Streator, Ill., and Jon Hott of Ottawa, Ill.; four stepchildren, Patsy Diedrick of Ottawa, Ill., Eddie Currier of Fayetteville, Ark., Chris Currier of Willard and Becky Delcour of Republic; 20 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Also surviving are a brother, Wayne Hott of Morrisville, and three sisters, Florence Cox and Sarah Reppine of Marseilles, Ill., and Patricia Hott of Peru, Ill.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and three brothers. Arrangements are under the direction of Pitts Chapel. (34c) A00008B1999SP22
Effie D. Jobe, 87, Bolivar, went home to be with the Lord at 10:05 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, 1999, in her home. Effie was born on Dec. 7, 1911, in Millsap, Texas, to George and Rosa Bagley. Her early childhood was spent in California and New Mexico, where her family established a prairie homestead. During her high school years, her family moved to West Texas, where she met Richard L. Jobe. They were married on May 10, 1930, in Lovington, N.M. To this union were born five children. In 1945 the family moved to Missouri and purchased a farm in Polk County, near Bolivar. In January 1953, her husband, Richard, was killed in an auto accident. Effie worked as a telephone operator for Bolivar Telephone Company and at other jobs while rearing her children. At the age of 49 she decided she must fulfill her desire to become a nurse. After completing nurses's training, she immediately began her nursing career as an inhalation therapist in the newly-formed respiratory therapy department at St. John's Hospital in Springfield. She was a pioneer in this department and continued there until health problems forced her retirement 15 years later. Effie was a member of Southern Hills Baptist Church in Bolivar. She had many talents and interests, some of which were gardening, candle making and painting, sewing, making stuffed toys, quilting and crocheting. Her family and friends have been richly blessed with the fruits of her talents. She was a gentle, loving lady who was dearly loved by all those whose lives she touched. She was preceeded in death by her husband; her parents; a sister, Nellie Bagley; two brothers, Nathan and George Bagley; and a granddaughter, Teresa Cox. She is survived by her five children and their spouses, Troy and Velma Jobe of Rogersville, Dee and Bill Beckley of Springfield, Tylene and Herb Zumwalt of Bolivar, Darian and Kay Jobe of Springfield and Olle and Sharon Jobe of Rogersville; 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Services were Saturday, Oct. 2, in the Butler Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Bob Tolliver officiating. Burial was in the Greenwood Cemetery. Casketbearers were Matt McPheeters, Andrew Morgan, Christopher Covert and Robby Jacobs. (36c) A00008B1999OT06
Johnny B. Lightfoot, 81, Polk, died Tuesday, Sept. 7, 1999, in Citizens Memorial Hospital following a sudden illness. He was born May 28, 1918, in Polk to Oral and Agnes Vanich Lightfoot. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a member of Sentinel Missionary Baptist Church, VFW Post No. 430 in Buffalo, N.A.R.F.E. Chapter 11 and American Legion Post No. 138. On June 30, 1937, he was united in marriage to Emma Bradshaw, and they had recently celebrated 62 years together. Survivors include his wife, Emma, of the home; three daughters, Shirley Johnson of Blythe, Calif., Janet Scobey of Fountain Valley, Calif., and Johnne Kay Christian of Springfield; a brother and sister-in-law, Arnold and Vivian Lightfoot of Preston; a sister-in-law, Stella Lightfoot of Polk; 15 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two daughters, Norma Hellen and Dorothy Ellen; one brother and one sister. Services were Saturday, Sept. 11, in Pitts Chapel with Bro. Leon Meadows officiating. Burial followed in Payne Cemetery. A00008B1999SP15
David James McCurdy, 55, Bolivar, died Thursday, Sept. 30, 1999, in Citizens Memorial Hospital. The son of Raymond G. and Bessie I. Wommack McCurdy, he was born March 6, 1944, in Springfield. He served in the U.S. Army from May 24, 1965, to May 23, 1968, during the Vietnam conflict. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include one son, Michael Dale McCurdy, and his wife, Darla, of Edgar Springs; one daughter, Julia Davis, and her husband, Brian, of St. James; three granddaughters, Mariah Danielle, Maranda Gabrielle and Makayla Lindsey McCurdy, all of Edgar Springs; four sisters, Margie Rookstool and Mollie Stockstill, both of Springfield, Shirley Gallagher of Tulsa, Okla., and Patty Blankship of Liberty; and many other relatives and friends. Graveside services were Monday, Oct. 4, in Mount Comfort Cemetery north of Springfield with the Rev. Harold Hendrickson officiating. Arrangements were under the direction of Butler Funeral Home. A00008B1999OT06
Thomas Benton McMasters, 83, Greenfield, died Sunday, Sept. 26, 1999, in Cox Medical Center South, Springfield. He was born July 20, 1916, in Dade County, the son of James Harvy and Mary Elizabeth Montgomery McMasters. He was married to Alleen Carmack on July 26, 1934, in Greely, Colo., and to this union two daughters were born. Alleen preceded him in death Oct. 7, 1965. He married Irene Sawyer Sept. 15, 1967, in Polk County. He was also preceded in death by his parents; six brothers, Wallace, Charlie, Elvin, Elwood, James Harvy Jr. and Joe Wesley; and a sister, Lorene McMasters. He was a member of Greenfield Main Street Baptist Church and was in his second term as mayor of Greenfield. He was a Past Worthy Patron of Greenfield Eastern Star, a member of Greenfield Washington Lodge A.M. & F.M., a member of OCAC and a member of the Greenfield Chamber of Commerce. He had been a city councilman for 12 years. He was a retired Missouri State Highway Department employee. Survivors include his wife, Irene, of the home; two daughters, Helen Myers of Springfield and Kay Decker of Arcola; three stepdaughters, Donna Montgomery of Raymore, Jo Ann Mitchell of Bolivar and Judy Broz of Fort Wayne, Ind.; four brothers, Lee McMasters, state of California, Horace and Clyde McMasters, both of Dadeville, and Farrell McMasters, El Dorado Springs; four sisters, Reba Carmack and Phillis Bishop, both of Lockwood, Bessie Wheeler, Ponca City, Okla., and Geneva Stanley, Hillsburg, Calif.; 21 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Services were Tuesday, Sept. 28, in Greenfield Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Harold McMasters and Dr. Todd Decker officiating. Burial followed in Greenfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. A00008B1999SP29
Harvey Lane Moore, 83, Polk, died Wednesday, Sept. 22, 1999, in her home following a lengthy illness. She was born Dec. 17, 1915, in Polk County to Harvey and Martha Huckabee Patterson. In 1934 she was united in marriage to Walter Moore, and to this union two sons were born. She was a homemaker and a member of Goodson Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Walter, of the home; two sons and daughters-in-law, Larry and Freddie Moore and Lavern and Mary Moore of Polk; 10 grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and six step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters. Services were Sunday, Sept. 26, in Pitts Chapel with Bro. Mike McCurry and Bro. Jerry Crain officiating. Music was provided by the Goodson Missionary Baptist Church choir and included "Sweet By and By," "Never Grow Old" and "Beautiful Isle of Somewhere." Pallbearers were Mike Greer, Gary Greer, John Greer, Jim Greer, Doyle Farmer and Delbert Simpson. Honorary pallbearers were Larry Bays, Lendel Mashburn, Milford Hammerbacher, Wayne Hammerbacher, D.W. Hamlet, Deral Joe Vincent, Floyd Farmer and Gerald Whistance. A00008B1999SP29
James Lee Mullings, 79, Fair Grove, died Tuesday, Sept. 7, 1999, in Cox Medical Center South, Springfield. He was born Jan. 13, 1920, in Polk County to Stella Mae and Gaines Mullings, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him was a sister-in-law, Geneva Mullings. ON June 7, 1941, he was united in marriage to Ruth Molinda Taylor, and to this union were born four children. He was a lifetime farmer in Polk and northern Greene counties. After retiring from 26 years of service with Burlington Northern Frisco railroad, he returned to farming. Survivors include his four children and their spouses, James Douglas and Edie Mullings, Shirley and Bruce Allison and Beverly Wilson, all of Fair Grove, and Charlotte and Larry Highfill, Willard; his grandchildren, Angela Mullings, Charese and Terry Cozad, Larry Lee and Annette Highfill, Bradley and Brenda Mullings, Michael and Shawna Highfill, Shannon and Anita LYnn, Anita Mullings, Rodney and Betsy Mullings and Christopher Allison; seven great-grandchildren, NIchole, Trisha, Alycia, Jessica and Dylan Highfill, MIranda Mullings and Skyler Cozad. Also surviving are two brothers and two sisters, Ernest and Judy Mullings, Mylene and Norman Sutherland and Deward Mullings, all of Fair Grove, and Wilda and Bud Jones, Springfield; two sisters-in-law, Geneva Potter and her husband, Glen, and Jean Taylor. Services were Friday, Sept. 10, in Greenlawn Funeral Home North. Burial followed in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pleasant Hope High School Scholarship Fund, Polk County Bank, Bolivar. A00008B1999SP15
William Edwin Penrose, 69, Humansville, died Wednesday, Sept. 22, 1999, at his home. The son of Ellen Mack and Clare V. "Ike" Penrose, he was born July 31, 1930, at Chicago, Ill. He grew up in Stratford, Texas, and served in the U.S. Air Force from 1950 to 1954 during the Korean War. He was employed by Santa Fe Railroad, and he worked for many years in the movie studios in California as a transportation coordinator. On Dec. 8, 1951, he married Wanda Leopard. They were the parents of two children, Larry and Beverly Ann. He was a retired member of Teamsters Local No. 399 in North Hollywood, Calif., and a life member of VFW Post No. 8541 in San Antonio, Texas. Survivors include his wife, Wanda, of the home; two children, Larry D. Penrose, Vacaville, Calif., and Beverly Ann Steffens, Humansville; four grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Graveside services were Friday, Sept. 24, in Humansville Cemetery with the Rev. Martin Micke officiating. Military rites were conducted by Amvets Post No. 114 honor guard. Services were under the direction of Murray Funeral Home, Humansville. A00008B1999SP29
Christenia Melvilla Proctor, 86, Dunnegan, died Monday morning, Sept. 20, 1999, at her home. The daughter of Louis and Mable Kidney Humbracht, she was born May 19, 1913, at Camp Crook, S.D. On April 12, 1933, she was married to Charlie E. Proctor at Belle Fouche, S.D. He preceded her in death Jan. 31, 1990. Following his death, she moved from the farm west of Humansville to Dunnegan. Survivors include six children, Jim Proctor, Edgar Proctor and Judy Wilson, all of Dunnegan, Betty Clifford of Kansas City, Elsie Ashlock of Kearney and Edna Winder of Stockton; a sister, Clara Mae Bagley of Spearfish, S.D.; 19 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson. Services will be at 1 p.m. today (Wednesday) in Murray Chapel, Humansville, with the Rev. James Thomas officiating. Pallbearers will be Troy Winder, Leon Clifford, Chalrie Proctor, Virgil Ashlock, Gary Lee Wilson and Brian Proctor. Honorary pallbearers will be Denzil Clifford, Lester Ashlock, Ralph Ashlock and Jamie Proctor. Interment will be in Alder Cemetery west of Humansville. A00008B1999SP22
Aileen Frances O'Halloran Redman, 78, Bolivar, died at 7:45 p.m. Friday, Sept. 24, 1999, in her home following an extended illness. She was born Jan. 6, 1921, in Chicago, Ill., to John and Mary Noonan O'Halloran. She graduated from St. Anne's Hospital School fo Nursing in 1945. She was united in marriage to Robert Lee Redman on Sept. 5, 1947, in Bolivar. Survivors include a sister and brother-in-law, Agnes and Hugh Hanlon of Fairibault, Minn., and eight nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert, in 1973; a nephew, John Hanlon; two brothers, John O'Halloran and Victor O'Halloran; and a sister, Mary Skinder. The Mass of Christian Burial was Monday, Sept. 27, in Sacred Heart Catholic Church with the Rev. Patrick Wissman presiding. Soloist was Max Bauer. Organist was Moriece Skarvan. Pallbearers were Dennis Skinder, James Hanlon, Earl Redman, Floyd Carpenter, Gary Greer and David Schroeder. Arrangements were under the direction of Pitts Chapel. A00008B1999SP29
Garland Dale Roberts, 59, Bolivar, died Wednesday, Sept. 22, 1999, in Cox Medical Center South, Springfield. He was born March 22, 1940, in Polk to Claude and Golden Inglis Roberts. He was a lifelong Bolivar resident and a graduate of Bolivar High Shcool, and he owned the Roberts Brothers Livestock Company in Bolivar with his brother, Donald, since 1959. He was a Pro-Lix liquid feed dealer for many years and remianed active in farming, ranching and the auction business as his health allowed. Garland served in the U.S. Army Reserves at Fort Leonard Wood. He was saved in October 1953 and was baptized into the fellowship of the Sentinel Missionary Baptist Church near Polk. Throughout his life, Garland was outgoing and left many lasting impressions on those he came in contact with. He leaves behind many memories and loved ones, including his two sons and their wives, Todd and Lori Roberts of Forsyth and Rodney and Angela Roberts of Marshfield; his loving companion, Brenda Tilley of Bolivar; one stepdaughter, Terry West of Springfield, and three stepsons, Brent West of Springfield and Randy and Brian West of Fair Play; his brother and sister-in-law, Donald and Dolores Roberts, Bolivar; two grandchildren, Cody Roberts of Springfield and Elizabeth Roberts of Marshfield; his nieces and nephews and their spouses, Dwight and Carol Roberts, Debbi and Charles McGinnis, Donita and John Pirkle and Denise and David Stutenkemper, all of Bolivar; and 12 great-nieces and great-nephews, who will miss him dearly, as well as a host of cousins and friends. Services were Friday, Sept. 25, in Butler Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Manning P. Miller and the Rev. Pete Davidson officiating. Musical selections were by Melinda Batten. Burial was in the Payne Cemetery at Polk. Casketbearers were Martin Porter, John R. Smith, Denzil Roberts, Doug Wooderson, Max Roweton and J.C. Meador. Honorary casketbearers were Donald Jump, Jim Raney, Carroll McCracken, Wayne Wilson, Jesse Pursley and Glen Roberts. Memorial contributions may be made to the Garland Roberts Memorial Fund for the advancement of the Bolivar chapter of Future Farmers of America, in care of Butler Funeral Home, P.O. Box 11, Bolivar MO 65613. (35c) A00008B1999SP29
Henry Adolph Robertson, 81, Bolivar, died Friday, Sept. 3 1999. He was born Aug. 18, 1918, in Bolivar, the son of Fred and Fannie Robertson. In 1938 he was united in marriage to Opal McGee, and to this union three children, Wayne, Barbara and Carol, were born. He is survived by his son, Wayne Robertson, and his wife, Viginia, of Mexico; two daughters, Barbara Gail Hummel of Rio Rancho, N.M., and Carol Ann Roley and her husband, Bill, of Columbia; a special friend, Phyllis Long, and her children, Rick and Danny Long and Mary Beth LaMastus, all of Monet; two brothers, Ernest Robertson of Shelbyville, Ill., and Bob Robertson of Chilhowee; five grandchildren, Vicki, Lisa, Debbie, Bruce and Erik; five great-grandchildren, Nicklous, Alan, Ryan, Farrah and Rianna; seven sisters-in-law and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, seven brothers and four sisters. Graveside services will be Friday, Sept. 10, in Greenwood Cemetery with the Rev. Ray Leininger officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Butler Funeral Home. A00008B99SP08
Eldon R. Sell, 45, Elkland, died Wednesday, Sept. 15, 1999, in Elkland following a sudden illness. He was born July 24, 1954, in Kansas City to Robert F. and Mildred Corbin Sell. He was a farrier. On May 21, 1977, he was united in marriage to Lisa Ema, and to this union a daughter was born. Survivors include his wife, Lisa, of the home; a daughter and son-in-law, Shawn Marie and Clint Hunt of Springfield; his mother, Mildred Sell of Kansas City; a brother and sister-in-law, David and Meg Sell of Peculiar; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Frances Sell and Carolyn and Larry Zinn, all of Kansas City. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert F. Sell, in 1995. Graveside services were Monday, Sept. 20, in Flemington Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Pitts Chapel. A00008B1999SP22
Jewell William Shelton, 90, San Angelo, Texas, died at 1:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 13, 1999, in the Meadow Creek Nursing Center in San Angelo, Texas, after a brief illness. He was born in St. Louis, the son of Walter L. and Ella F. Babermeier Shelton, on Sept. 26, 1908. He and his wife, Avis, were former residents of Bolivar, where he was a partner with his brother, Albert, in the Shelton Brothers Ford Agnecy for many years. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church in San Angelo, Texas. He was preceded in death by his wife, Avis, in 1968. Surviving are his wife, Helen Shelton, San Angelo, Texas; one daughter, Carol Shelton March of Albuquerque, N.M.; two sons, Gerald C. Shelton of Albuquerque, N.M., and Ronald R. Shelton of Benford, Texas; a stepson, Doug Lundgren, and two stepdaughters, Gwynne Lundgren and Barbara Lundgren, all of Manard, Texas; also a brother, Albert Shelton of Alamo, Texas, and a sister, Edna Lay of Fullerton Calif.; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10 a.m. today (Wednesday) in the Butler Funeral Home Chapel with Gerald C. Shelton giving the eulogy and the Rev. Harold Hendrickson officiating at the cemetery service. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery. A00008B1999SP22
Bernice Shuler, 68, Bolivar, died Tuesday, Sept. 7, 1999, in Cox Medical Center South. The daughter of Bertha Cowden and Richard Asberry Lawson, she was born March 10, 1931, at Adonis. She was a beautician for over 40 years, retiring in 1990. Her parents and a sister, Zelma Barker, preceded her in death. Survivors include her son, Tony Newcomb, of Bolivar; two granddaughters, Jaime Lyn Newcomb and Jennifer Leigh Newcomb, both of Jacksonville, Ill.; her close, dear friend, Jim Welch; and three nieces, Delores Lumpe, of Sedalia, Hazel Andrews of Bolivar and Phyllis Wilkinson of Springfield. Graveside services were Thursday, Sept. 9, in Greenwood Cemetery with Brother Garland Pool officiating. Pallbearers were Gregory Heimsoth, Tim Taylor, Vernice Black, Lee Needham, Ron Hale and Bob Andrews. Arrangements were under the direction of Murray Funeral Home. A00008B1999SP15
Marguerite L. Storm, 90, Bolivar, died at 7:18 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, 1999, in Citizens Memorial Health Care Facility following a short illness. She was born Feb. 13, 1909, in Hinton, Okla., to James William and Viola Wilkinson Clayton. Survivors include several nieces and nephews, including Bill Clayton of Brighton, and a stepdaughter, Helen L. White of Baton Rough, La. Services will be Thursday, Sept. 16, in Oklahoma with burial in the Masonic Cemetery in Custer City, OK. Local arrangements are under the direction of Pitts Chapel. A00008B1999SP15
JoAnn E. Strandgard, 65, Bolivar, died at 11:55 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 26, 1999, in St. John's Regional Health Center, Springfield, following a lengthy illness. She was born Aug. 5, 1934, in Fremont, Neb., to Ivan and Dorothy Pettit. She had been a customer service representative with Bass Pro Shops and was a member of Sunnyland Christian Church in Washington, Ill. Survivors include four sons and three daughters-in-law, John W. Blazer, Larry and Debbie Blazer and Tommy and Nancy Blazer, all of Bolivar, and Mike and Becky Blazer of Louisville, Ky.; three daughters and sons-in-law, Becky and Tim Winfrey of Pleasant Hill, Mary and John Lentz of Springfield and Susan and Joe West of Reeds Spring; a brother, Jim Pettit of East Peoria, Ill.; 15 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, a niece, a nephew and six great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, 1999, in Pitts Chapel. Visitation will be from 7 to 8 p.m. today (Wednesday) in the funeral home. Burial will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, in Hillcrest Memory Garden Cemetery in Washington, Ill. A00008B1999SP29
Wilma Louise Tipton was born Oct. 29, 1918, in East St. Louis, Ill., the daughter of Emmett Arthur and Pmaymie Caldemeyer Pride. She died on Sept. 20, 1999, at Parkview Health Care Facility in Bolivar at the age of 80 years, 10 months and 22 days. She grew up in the Rosemont neighborhood of East St. Louis, attending public schools and graduating from East Side High School in 1936. She was married to Raymond Eugene Tipton on June 4, 1938, and had celebrated 55 years of marriage at the time of her husband's death in 1994. The Tiptons lived in East St. Louis until the 1970s, then lived in Belleville, Ill., until they moved to Bolivar in 1989. Wilma trusted Christ as her Savior as a young girl. Her trust in God developed a remarkable optimism and cheerfulness in her that was a blessing to all who knew her. Her optimism was seen in recent years in her victory over cancer and how she dealt with her husband's death. Wilma and Ray became sweethearts as teenagers at Lansdowne Baptist Church and after their marriage served in many volunteer roles at the 15th Street Baptist Church for four decades. While living in Belleville they were active members at Westview Baptist Church and were active members at First Baptist Church since moving to Bolivar. Wilma served her churches in many ways, including 50 years as a preschool teacher, 30 years as church clerk, a YWA leader and as a deacon's wife. Since the 1970s, Ray and Wilma were also active in the Gideon ministry of scripture distribution. Wilma had worked for many years as a secretary for the Walworth Valve Company and the J.J. Altman Construction Company in East St. Louis, Ill. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray, in 1994 and a brother and sister in the 1940s. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Ray Leininger of Bolivar; three grandchildren and their spouses, Andy and Elizabeth Leininger of Minsk, Belarus, Beth and Steve Moore of Port St. Lucie, Fla., and Sarah and Tom Jones of Bolivar; 10 great-grandchildren, Hannah, Rachel and Rebekah Leininger of Minsk, Belarus, Katy, Nathan, Emily and Claire Moore of Port St. Lucie, Fla., and Madelynne, Abigail and Samuel Tipton Jones of Bolivar. Also surviving are two brothers-in-law, Bob and Charles Tipton; a sister-in-law, Ruby Tipton; three nieces, six nephews and a host of friends. Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, in First Baptist Church, Bolivar, with the Rev. Ray Leininger officiating. He will be assisted by Steve Moore and Andy Leininger. Music will be provided by George and Susan Baker. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Butler Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church. (35c) A00008B1999SP29
Opal P. Truitt, 89, Humansville, died at 6:12 p.m. Monday, Sept. 20, 1999, in Big Spring Care Center, Humansville. Survivors include her husband, Cecil, of the home; and four children, Joyce Borchardt of Novato, Calif., Wayne Truitt of Stockton, Shirley Keller and Robert Truitt, both of Humansville. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Murray Funeral Home, Humansville. A00008B1999SP22
Opal Martin Truitt, 89, Humansville, died Monday, Sept. 20, 1999, at Big Springs Care Center, Humansville. The daughter of Samuel Benjamin and Armintha Eckert Martin, she was born July 15, 1910, near Collins. She attended Vine Hill grade school and graduated from Humansville HIgh School in 1928. She received her L.P.N. license and started her nursing career at George Dimmit Memorial Hospital in Humansville. At the time of her retirement she was employed at Bolivar Nursing Home. She was a member of the R.L.D.S. Church and was baptized Sept. 4, 1940. She was married to Cecil Truitt on April 10, 1930, at Garnett, Kan. They resided the past 60 years on the farm north of Humansville. They were the parents of two sons, Wayne and Robert, and two daughters, Joyce Borchardt and Shirley Keller. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Essie Miller and Ina Dunn; and one brother, Ray Martin. Survivors include her husband, Cecil, of the home; her children and their spouses, Joyce and Ken Borchardt of Novato, Calif., Wayne and Darlene Truitt of Stockton, Robert Truitt and Shirley and Lloyd Keller, all of Humansville; 11 grandchildren, Greg and Jeff Borchardt, Kim Hammer, Dianne Truitt, Debbie Maloney, Denise Wheeler, Allan, Randy, Donald and Steve Keller and Jean Stiles; 21 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Services were Friday, Sept. 24, in Murray Chapel, Humansville, with David Jones officiating. Pallbearers were Randy Keller, Allan Keller, Steve Keller, Donald Keller, Shawn Maloney and Michael Maloney. Interment was in Robinson Cemetery east of Collins. A00008B1999SP29
Emily Eve West, daughter of Michael and Cherie West, Springfield, was stillborn Sunday, Sept. 5, 1999, in Cox Medical Center South, Springfield. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her grandparents, Steve and Marilyn Fish of Fair Play and Susan Lacrosse of Twin Lakes, Wis.; and her great-grandparents, Paul and Dorothy Welch of Waukegan, Ill., Ruby and Kathy Schoelzel of Burlington, Wis., and Glen and Edna Fish, Lake Geneva, Wis. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. today (Wednesday) in Hartley Cemetery southwest of Fair Play under the direction of Murray Funeral Home, Bolivar. A00008B99SP08
E. Nadine Wilson, 82, Fair Play, died at 6:35 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, 1999, in Citizens Memorial Health Care Facility following a short illness. She was born Nov. 19, 1916, in Aldrich to Harry and Nellie E. Blair Dotson. She had worked in local restaurants in the Fair Play and Bolivar area for many years. On April 25, 1932 she was united in marriage to Roy M. Wilson. Survivors include longtime friends and caretakers Garry and Sandra Jackson, his sister, Connie Capine, and their children who knew her as their grandmother: LaQuita Middleton, Vincent Capone, Mark Jackson, Jenny Jackson and Holly Jackson. She was preceded in death by her sister, Cleo Dotson, in 1934; her father; her husband in 1960; and her mother and stepfather, Nellie and Homer Rhodes. At her request, no formal funeral was held, but graveside services were Sunday, Sept. 12 in Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Aldrich, with Rev. Sylvia Ireland officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Gideons. Arrangements were under the direction of Pitts Chapel. A00008B1999SP15
Emmitt O. Winfrey, 85, Pine, Idaho, died early Wednesday, Sept. 22, 1999, at the VA Hospital in Boise, Idaho, after a long battle with leukemia. The son of Richard and Vernie Brannon Winfrey, he was born Jan. 24, 1914, in Sentinel, where he was raised and educated. He married Georgie Pickett in Morrisville. He served in World War II for the 831st Amphibious Unit and drove trucks, moving prisoners to the back lines. He traveled through most of the western states, moving to Idaho in 1954, to the Nampa-Caldwell area, and traveling to Arizona for the winters. He is survived by a daughter and her husband, Virginia "Ginger" and Leon Reed of Hansen, Idaho; a son and his wife, Don and Deana Winfrey of Pine, Idaho; grandchildren Tonya and Don Carle and Jon Reed of Hansen, Idaho, Daniel Winfrey of Pine, Idaho, and Jennifer Baugh of Boise, Idaho; great-grandchildren Ben, Matt and Andy Carle of Hansen, Idano, and Brodie Baugh of Boise, Idaho; one brother, J.V. Winfrey, state of Missouri; four sisters, Cleo Vest and Bonnie Cawthorn, state of Missouri, Charlene Carty and her husband, Leonard, state of Arizona, and Minnie Brady, state of Oregon; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Georgie; a son, Rex; and a sister, Cora. Services were under the direction of Flahiff Funeral Chapel, Caldwell, Idaho. A00008B1999SP29
Wauneta Faye Henson Wollard, 82, Bolivar, died at 3:40 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, 1999, in the home of her son and daughter-in-law four miles northwest of Bolivar. She was born Nov. 30, 1916, near Dunnegan to Hiram James and Mary Alma Ables Henson. She was the third of six children, the others being Maggie Mae, Neta Wilma, Emma Lorene, Oren Stanley and Thelma Jewell. Faye was a lifelong resident of Polk County, having lived near Dunnegan, Cliquot and Bolivar. She met her future husband, Cecil Leroy Wollard, about 1933 and they were married Oct. 19, 1938, at the courthouse in Bolivar. They settled on a hill four miles northwest of Bolivar where she lived the remainder of her life. This union was blessed with two sons, Marvin Leroy and Larry Lee. Faye and Cecil celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Oct. 19, 1998. She was a faithful member of the Southern Hills Baptist Church (formerly Second Baptist). She was baptized, along with her husband and children, in October 1956. SHe was active in the church, helping with Vacation Bible School and other church functions. She was a member of the Ruth (Senior Ladies) Sunday school class. Faye is survived by her husband of almost 61 years, Cecil, of the home; one son and two daughters-in-law, Larry and Judy Wollard of Bolivar and Betty Wollard of Springfield; three grandchildren and their families, which include four great-grandchildren, Scott Clark and his children, Trevor, Paige and Brandon of Englewood, Colo., Julie Wollard Trout, her husband, Brian, and son, Christian, Bolivar, and Justin Wollard, also of Bolivar. Also surviving are four step-grandchildren, 11 step-great-grandchildren, including Michelle Long Windmoeller of Columbia and Christian "Cree" Long of Springfield; four step-great-great-grandchildren, two sisters and one brother-in-law, Emma and Pete Galyan of Fillmore, Calif., and Thelma Fish of Bolivar; one brother, Stanley Henson of Nevada; and a sister-in-law, Jewell Wollard of Bolivar, as well as several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hiram Henson and Alma DeWill; two sisters, Maggie Lee and Neta Hook; and one son, Marvin Wollard, who died in 1998. Services were Sunday, Sept. 26, at Butler Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. David Berryhill officiating. Musical selections were by Mary Jenkins and Tammy Kelley. They sang "How Great Thou Art," "The Old Rugged Cross" and "Gathering Flowers for the Master's Bouquet." Casketbearers were Jim Fish, Darrell O'Hair, Dale Henson, Deryal Wollard, Don Wollard and Norman Johnson. Burial was in the Greenwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Citizens Memorial Home Health ServicesHospice. (35c) A00008B1999SP29