OBITS, AUGUST 5
Virgil Dean Pulliam
Virgil Dean Pulliam of Elizabeth, Arkansas passed in peace on Monday, July 27, 2020 at the age of 76. He was born on July 14, 1944, to Wendell Truman and Evah Fay (Nelles) Pulliam in the little town of Birch Tree, Missouri.
He served his country proudly as a cryptographer in the Vietnam War. After his discharge from the Army, he married the love of his life, his lifelong hunting and fishing partner Verla Kay Lee, on December 8, 1966. To this union they welcomed four children, Joseph, Valerie, Vedeana, and Velinda.
He worked many years as a signal maintainer for Frisco Railroad and as a powder monkey, where he retired from drilling and dynamiting rock for road construction. When he wasn’t working, he was doing what he loved; hunting and fishing with his wife, family and friends. He never met a stranger, as he was well known for his story telling and daylight to dark work ethic.
Virgil and Kay retired at their dream place on Norfork Lake. It was there that he spent his last 20 plus years fishing for his trophy bass, gardening and relaxing with Kay and their dog, Jazzy. He loved playing and teaching his grandchildren and great grandchildren all the many life lessons he knew.
He is preceded in death by his father, Truman; mother, Evah Fay; brother, Donald; sister-in-law, Guyla; brother-in-law, Charles; father-in-law Verl, and mother-in-law, Ollie.
Survivors include the love of his life, Verla Kay; son, Joseph Dale Pulliam of Willow Springs, MO; three daughters, Valerie Kay Sanders and husband, Wendell of Willow Springs, MO, Vedeana Fay Polm and husband, Darrell of Cabool, MO and Velinda Renea Wilkins and husband, Shawn of Birch Tree, MO; two sisters, Leta May Flett of Bolivar, MO and Evelyn Hyslop of Birch Tree, MO; grandchildren; great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, close friends and neighbors that became family over the years. He was much loved and will be greatly missed by all.
Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 31, 2020 at Yarber Mortuary in Mountain View, Missouri with Pastor Jeff Brake officiating. Visitation was at 10:00 a.m. prior to the service. Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery, Birch Tree, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. Condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com.
Ellen June Fisher
Ellen June Fisher departed this world on Monday, July 27, 2020, at Birch Tree Place at the age of 79. She was born on June 6, 1941, to Marion and Rhoda (Bradshaw) Voyles in Winona, Missouri.
She was united in marriage to Paul Fisher on September 11, 1956 at Van Buren, Missouri, and to this union four children were born.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Marion and Rhoda Voyles; six half-brothers, Vane Voyles, Leonard Voyles, Tommy Voyles, Richard VanWinkle, Robert VanWinkle, and Elmer VanWinkle; one sister, Virginia Voyles; and half-sister, Reva Williams.
Ellen is survived by two sons, Gary Fisher and wife, Kerry of Winona, MO and William Paul “Bill” Fisher and wife, Angie ofWinona, MO; two daughters, Brenda Chaney and husband, Danny of Birch Tree, MO and Linda Youngblood and husband, Hank of Winona, MO; fourteen grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; and sister, Viola Weaver of Winona, MO.
Ellen was a wonderful cook; her chicken and dumplings and biscuits were a family favorite. She enjoyed reading her Bible and going to church. She loved her dogs, collecting angels, and yard sales. She was loved by all and will be greatly missed.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 30, 2020 at Yarber Mortuary in Winona, Missouri with Bro. Rodney Fisher officiating. Visitation was at 1:00 p.m. prior to the service. Interment was in Pine Lawn Cemetery, Winona, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Ronald McDonald House. Condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com.
Gaylord Lee Spoonemore
Gaylord Lee Spoonemore, affectionately known as “Gator” by family and friends was born September 19, 1957, in Pierre, South Dakota to Eugene and Verna Spoonemore. He passed away July 27, 2020, in Springfield, MO at the age of 62.
Survivors include his wife, Peggy Spoonemore of the home; mother, Verna Spoonemore; siblings, Janice and Jim Frye, Diana Spoonemore, Susan and Duane Drew, Brian and Lori Spoonemore, Bradley Spoonemore, and Tina and Tommy Steinert; children, Traci Higgins, April Counts, and Joseph Wilson, Nicholas and Candice Spoonemore, Jeremy and Ashley Russell; grandchildren, Jordan, Justice, Hannifah, Emma, Tyler, William, Rebecca, Jessie, Landen, and Abbie. As well as an abundance of nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death was his father, Eugene Spoonemore.
Gator was a man who sought out what he wanted and almost always got it. If there was a deal to be had he would travel far and wide to get it. He never backed down from a challenge. He always said, “If man built it, I can fix it”. He was strong-minded and strong-willed. He loved being a farmer and taking care of his farm animals. He will be fondly remembered as someone who was always willing to help a neighbor or a person around town in need. He had a hard exterior and at first, you may think that’s who he was but after getting to know him you’d find out that he was just a big, silly softy. He will be greatly missed by all those who loved him.
Graveside services were held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 31, 2020 at Pine Lawn Cemetery in Winona, Missouri under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Winona, Missouri. Condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com.
Glenna Murriel (Craig) Lane
Glenna Murriel (Craig) Lane, 75, of Winona, Missouri passed away peacefully and surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, July 26, 2020. Glenna was born September 29, 1944 to Louis and Nellie (Norris) Craig in Saratoga, Wyoming.
She was married to Norman E. Lane on April 10, 1964. Glenna was educated at Horner School in Rocky, Missouri. She spent the majority of her life in and around her hometown of Winona, where she raised five children as a single mother. She was a devout Christian and displayed her faith in action by serving others and making sure family members knew about Jesus. Glenna and her family lived a short time in High Ridge, Missouri, near St. Louis. She worked for a large photo developing company and she also ran her own dress shop in Winona.
She will be fondly remembered by her three sons, Norman E. Lane II and wife, Susan of Springfield, MO, Lance Lane of West Plains, and Louis Lane and wife, Crystal of West Plains; daughter, Kelly Voyles and husband, Mark of Winona, MO; step-son, Steven Lane and wife, Lisa of Glendale, AZ; grandchildren, Ryan Voyles and wife, Sara of Winona, MO, Zachary Lane of Kansas City, MO, Tyler Voyles and wife, Miranda, Braydon Voyles and wife, Brittany, all of Winona, MO, Lydia Lane, Quentin Lane, and Keith Lane all of Springfield, MO, Jacob Thomas Lane and Grace Lane both of Glendale, AZ; five great-grandchildren, Cameron, Joseph, Knighten, Natalie, and Granger Voyles; one sister, Evanell Newman and husband, Tim of Camdenton, MO; one sister-in-law, Ruby Craig of Winona, MO; and several cousins, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Ted Craig, and a baby sister, Earlene Craig.
Funeral services were held 4:00 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2020 at Assembly of God in Winona, Missouri, with Bro. Darrell Jones officiating under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Winona, Missouri. The family received visitors at 3:00 p.m. prior to the service. Interment was in Horner Cemetery, Winona, Missouri. Condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com.
OBITS, JULY 29
Anita Louise Wakefield
Anita Louise Wakefield, nee Myers, 78, Pacific, passed away Monday, April 6, 2020.
Anita was born November 24, 1941, in Winona, to Dennis "Dee" and Lorene, nee Atkins, Myers. She was united in marriage to Raymond D. Wakefield Aug. 28, 1965, in Winona.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond; one daughter-in-law, Sherri, nee Sparks, Myers; her parents; and three brothers-in-law, Lloyd Matthews, Al Stevenson and Jim Wilson.
Anita is survived by two sons, Dave Myers and Dale Wakefield and wife Julie, all of Pacific; six grandchildren, Steven Myers and wife Lia, Cincinnati, Ohio, Melissa Allen and husband Bruce, Pacific, Kimberly Myers, Cuba, Mo., Meagan Wakefield, Jamie Myers and Olivia Wakefield, all of Pacific; three great-granddaughters, Avery Myers, Elise Allen and Adeline Allen; a great-grandson to arrive in September; one brother, Michael "Mickey" Myers and wife Jean, Winona; four sisters, Laverne "Sissy" Matthews, Poplar Bluff, Norma Stevenson, St. Clair, Shannon Jones and husband Dwain, and Sharon Wilson, all of Winona; nieces; nephews; cousins; other relatives and a host of friends.
Anita worked for many years at Record Wide Distributors in Fenton, and retired to babysit her grandchildren. She enjoyed bowling, jigsaw puzzles, searching for four-leaf clovers with her sisters and attending her children and grandchildren's sporting events, where she always made sure the referees/umpires knew she was in attendance. But what she loved more than anything was spending time with her family and grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Guyla Dean Pulliam
Guyla was united in marriage to Donald E. Pulliam and to this union four children were born.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Donald; parents, Guy and Veva Stevenson; and three brothers, Billy Stevenson, Doris Stevenson, and Gale Stevenson.
She leaves behind four sons, Tim Pulliam and wife, Trish of Witchita, KS, Gary Pulliam and wife, Jackie of Mountain Home, AR, Robert Pulliam and wife, Teresa of Norwood, MO and Guy Pulliam and wife, Lisa of Mountain View, MO; six grandchildren, Crystal, Ryan, Wyatt, Noel, Cody and Brandon; and ten great grandchildren, Johnny, Nathan, Samantha, Max, Trey, Tori, Tinsley, Shane, Bryson and Brynlee.
Guyla loved reading, watching old westerns on tv, Christmas, flowers and birds; hummingbirds were one of her favorites. She enjoyed raising cattle and farming but most of all, she loved her family. She was loved dearly and will be greatly missed by all.
No services are planned at this time. Arrangements were made under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Mountain View, Missouri. Condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com.
Elbert Cleve Gee
Everybody loved Elbert. He had a pleasant disposition and enjoyed teasing his friends and family, especially his nieces and nephews.
Elbert was united in marriage to Marilyn Eileen Foster on December 8, 2001. They were married by Marilyn’s dad, Hank Foster, on the family farm in Birch Tree, Missouri.
His parents, Theodore and Vida Gee preceded him in death.
Those he leaves behind are his wife, Marilyn; three brothers, Tom Gee of Oregon, Charlie Gee and wife, Faye of Dexter, MO, Ted Gee and wife, Trish of Bernie, MO; three sisters, Grace Long and husband, Hughie of Dexter, MO, Betty Green and husband, Ken of Dexter, MO and Mary Kay McIver and husband, Jerry of Wichita, KS; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Elbert attended the Church of God of Prophecy in Birch Tree, Missouri. He was a registered nurse and worked for many years at the Kansas State Prison, in Lansing, KS. He enjoyed eating at good restaurants and watching old movies at home with his wife.
Elbert’s favorite poem was “Footprints in the Sand.” The end of the poem says, “The Lord replied, ‘My child, I would never leave you. During your times of trial, when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you.’”
A memorial service is planned for Sunday, July 26, 2020, at 3:00 p.m, at the Church of God of Prophecy in Birch Tree. Another celebration of Elbert’s life will be held in Dexter, MO, at a later date. Arrangements were made under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Birch Tree, Missouri. Condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com.
Mary Ann Butterworth
Mary Ann Butterworth, 76, of Birch Tree, Missouri passed away on Monday, July 20, 2020 at her home in Birch Tree, Missouri. She was born on February 22, 1944 in Escanaba, Michigan, the daughter of Robert and Eva (Wells) Forton.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Eva Forton; infant sister, Janice; and brother, Bob Forton.
Survivors include two sons, Jerry Jacques of Merriville, IN and Gregory Jacques and wife, Jenny of Hudsonville, MI; daughter, Penny Thomas and husband, John of Birch Tree, MO; brother, Steve Forton and wife, Donna of Escanaba, MI; three sisters, Bonnie Forton of Gladstone, MI, Jeanie McIntire of Escanaba, MI and Carol Moras and husband, Alan of Escanaba, MI; eight grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.
Mary had a great sense of humor. She loved riding horses and her animals. She also enjoyed traveling, fishing, and in her younger years riding motorcycles.
Services are being planned for later date. Arrangements were made under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Birch Tree, Missouri. Condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com.
Frances “Elaine” Bradley
Frances was born April 21, 1952 in Summersville, MO.
She was preceded in death by one son, Gary Brent Bradley, her mother Goldie (Mitchell) Laird, and her grandparents, William and Faye Mitchell.
She is survived by sons William Joe Mitchell of Summersville, MO; Mike Bradley of Mountain View, MO; Robert Bradley of Florida and daughter Valerie of Harrison, AR, as well as several grandchildren: Brentley Bradley of Mountain View, Stacie Bradley of Florida, Levi Bradley of Florida, and Sage of Harrison, AR, and one brother, Marvin Mitchell of Cabool, MO.
Elaine raised her family in Mountain View, MO. She worked for Walmart for several years in West Plains, MO, Ozark, MO and Harrison, AR. Elaine graduated from Summersville High School in 1970.
OBITS, JULY 22
Gregory Lloyd Frampton
Gregory Lloyd Frampton was born in Houston, MO on September 28, 1964 and returned to his maker on July 18, 2020.
Greg was a member of Eunice Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his Father, Lloyd Frampton; and his wife Diane Frampton.
Surviving are his mother Marlys Stow and husband Ron; brother Micheel Frampton who cared for him in his final days; sisters, Trisha Allen and husband Gary and Sylvia Sharp and husband Karl.
Gregory liked working on older model vehicles and any type of farm equipment. He was happiest recently when working with his devoted friend Keith Keller and his family. He was glad to be of help to any neighbor who needed assistance on their farm. In his spare time he could be found at several local ponds patiently waiting for the fish to bite.
Final Arrangements are pending at this time. A private family gathering will be held at a later date. Services are under the direction of Evans Funeral Home in Houston, MO. Online condolences may be sent to www.evansfh.com
Deanna "Dee" Carol Potter
Deanna Carol Potter, 73 years, 4 months old, 8 days, passed away on July 18, 2020 at her home in Squires.
Dee was born March 10, 1947 in Springfield, MO to Paul and Mavis (Dunn) Hensley.
Dee and Leonard Potter were united in marriage on June 10, 1967 in Girdner, MO and they were blessed with three children.
Dee retired from the Norwood School District where she worked as a teachers aide. She attended Girdner Church for 30 years. She was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Dee loved to make quilts, camping and canoeing with her husband Leonard, and attending bluegrass festivals where her son performed. Spending time with her sisters and family brought her great joy.
Dee was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Leonard in 2009, a son, Jeff in 2010, three brothers, Duane Hensley, Austin Hensley, and Charles Hensley, and one sister, Barb Lynn.
Dee is survived by two sons, Richard and Molly Potter of Squires, Greg and Lisa of Ava, one daughter, Sherry and Eric Guerin of Bradleyville, one daughter-in-law, Jayma Potter, thirteen grandchildren, Blake Potter, Ethan Potter, Tony Potter, Ricky Potter, Braden Potter, Landon Potter, Cameron Potter, Sonny Guerin, Marrissa Potter, Faron Brashears, Kelly Turner, Melanie LeClear, Harley Guerin, eleven great grandchildren, two brothers, Al Hensley and Benny Hensley, two sisters, Vivian Ketron and Nina Antel, many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
Funeral services for Dee will be Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. in the Clinkingbeard Chapel, Ava, MO with burial following in the Girdner Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, July 21st, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Officiating will be Bro. Dwight Wilson. Memorials may be made to the Girdner Cemetery. Online condolences may be made to www.clinkingbeardfuneralhome.com.
Jean (Jeannie) Ann Atkins
OBITS, JULY 15
Douglas Alan Thompson
Douglas Alan Thompson, 58, of Orland, California departed this life on June 27, 2020. He was born on October 26, 1961 in Alton, Illinois and was the son of Jesse and Dora May (Houston) Thompson.
He is preceded in death by his father, Jesse Thompson and brother, Danny Thompson.
Survivors include his mother, Dora May (Houston) Thompson of Willard, MO; his two sons, Cody Thompson and wife, Lindsey of Springfield, MO and D.J. Thompson of Orland, CA; daughter Destiny Thompson of Orland, CA; step son, Ryan Tipia of Orland, CA; two grandchildren, Nathan Thompson and Ronan Anderson. Also surviving two aunts, Carol Sue Gore and husband, Vernon of Mountain View, MO and Wanda Taute of Butler, MO; niece Jessica Aust; and two nephews, Dylon and Ethan Thompson.
Douglas graduated Willard High School in 1979 and worked in his parent’s cabinet shop, before starting his own custom cabinet shop in California. Douglas had a passion for horses, loved his dogs, and enjoyed working on cars. He was loved by all and will be greatly missed.
Graveside services were held on Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Chapel Hill Cemetery in Mountain View, Missouri with Pastor Bob Brooks officiating under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Mountain View. Condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com.
Bonnie Fae Roberts
Bonnie is survived by daughter, Lisa Schulte and husband, Tom, of Bryant, AR; sister-in-law, Susie Roberts of Couch, MO; granddaughter, Misty Walton and husband, Riley, of Birch Tree, MO; grandsons, Bucky Roberts and wife, Sylvia, of Birch Tree, MO, Thomas Schulte and Lucas Schulte, both of Bryant, AR and Mark Cavanaugh of Safford, AZ; eight great-grandchildren, Kyle, Hunter, Randen, Chloe, Reece, Abby, Rosaley, and Ryan; and one great-great-grandchild, Isla Jae, who always lit up her world.
Dinsel Ray McColgin (Diesel Smoke)
Gary Dee Grogan
Gary Dee Grogan, age 75, son of Marion and Opal (Aldridge) Grogan was born June 8, 1945 in Yukon, MO. He passed away on July 8, 2020 at Cox South Hospital, Springfield, MO.
Gary is preceded in death by his parents, and one sister, Murial Smith. He is survived by his wife, Peggy of the home; one son, Brad Grogan of Fenton, MO; one sister, Maye Jones of Greer, SC; three grandchildren: Brittany Nicole, Kyle Bradley, and Grace Dee; a great grandson, Hayden Scot; and several nieces and nephews.
Gary grew up in Yukon and graduated from Summersville High School in 1963. He married Peggy Browning on August 20, 1965, nine short months after they met at White Castle in St. Louis, MO.
He was saved on April 24, 1990 in Fenton, MO and remained faithful until his time of death. He and Peggy attended First Free Will Baptist Church in Houston, MO.
After they were married, they moved to St Louis where he continued to work for Chrysler, even during times of being laid off he found work to meet the needs of his family while still maintaining employment. Five years after marriage Peggy was finally able to convince Gary that it was time to start a family, so Brad was born.
Gary retired at the age of 49 and continued working on his farm; he loved his cattle. Hunting was his favorite hobby and he loved to talk about all his great accomplishments. He also enjoyed his garden and always made sure there was fresh food on the table.
Gary always wanted what was best for his family and friends. He was always pulling jokes on Peggy just to get a little rise out of her. He gave excellent advice and taught his grandchildren many important life skills; how to tie their shoes, drive a standard, and to save money, because you never know when you will need it, and there was no cheating in any game nights.
Much thanks, love and appreciation are felt for our church family who have helped provide assistance with the farm during Gary’s sickness. He was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather, and will be missed by his family and friends.
Memorials are suggested to Tyrone Cemetery. You may send an online condolences to the family at www.evansfh.com.
Services were held Monday July 13, 2020, at 11:00 AM at Evans Funeral Home with Danny Douglas officiating. Burial was in Tyrone Cemetery under the direction of Evans Funeral Home. Pallbearers were: Clay Ashworth, Kaleb Silveus, Kevin Silveus, Eddie Cole, Josh Dixon, and Jamie Smith.
Tylor Wesley Cook
Tylor Wesley Cook the son of Larry Dean Cook and Teresa Dawn (Clark) Cook was born May 12, 2000 at Caldwell County, North Carolina and passed away at Hartshorn, MO on Saturday, July 11th, 2020 making his age 20 years, 1 month, and 29 days.
Tylor attended Valley Center Baptist Church as well as Hartshorn activities such as lawn mower races. He also enjoyed hanging out at Frankie’s in Hartshorn “shooting the bull”.
Over the years, Tylor has had several interests and loves. These included hay bales, school buses, trucks with ball hitches, U.S. Presidents, farms, old tractors and trucks. He also enjoyed working with several different animals – especially pigs and cats. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and tinkering on old lawn mowers and old pickups. The older the better!
Tylor was preceded in death by his Fraternal Grandparents Lloyd Jefferson Cook and Sylvia Maybell (Vandevort) Cook and Maternal Grandfather – Robert (Bob) Warner Clark.
Surviving are Tylor’s parents – Larry Dean Cook and Teresa Dawn (Clark) Cook. Tylor’s siblings – Melissa Ann (Cook) Hinson (husband Derek), Landon Dean Cook (Wife – Kaley), Amanda (Mandy) Jo (Cook) Sanders (husband Gaylon) and Jessie James Cook. Tylor’s Maternal Grandmother – Reta Carolyn (Marker) Clark. Tylor had 10 nieces and nephews and numerous other friends and family.
Tylor will be greatly missed by everyone.
Funeral Services were held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at Bradford Funeral Home with Pastor Ron Davies and Pastor Terry Robinson officiating. Interment was in the Cook Cemetery. Services were under the care of Bradford Funeral Home and online condolences may be left at www.bradfordfuneralhome.net
OBITS, JULY 8
Royal Ervin Hurt
January 19, 1930 - June 30, 2020
Royal Ervin Hurt, 90 of Granite City, Illinois passed away at 11:20 a.m. on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at Granite Nursing and Rehabilitation in Granite City.
He was born January 19, 1930 in Sinkin, Missouri, a son of the late Orin and Eva (Blake) Hurt.
He married Christine Elizabeth (Keith) Hurt on May 13, 1950 in Piggott, Arkansas and she survives.
He retired in 1980 from Granite City Steel after 30 years of dedicated service as a diesel mechanic. He then moved to Summersville, Missouri where he worked for Vaughn Redi-Mix for many years before moving back to Granite City, Illinois.
He was a member of Mt. Zion General Baptist Church in Granite City. He was an avid ham radio and CB radio operator and a member of the Egyptian Radio Club and the Flipper Tails Radio Club. Royal was always tinkering and fixing things around the house and in the garage. He will be remembered for the love and special times shared with his family and friends.
In addition to his beloved wife of 70 years, he is survived by three children and their spouses, Shelley and Robert Carson of Granite City, Sherry and John Monroe of Granite City and Steve and Denice Hurt of Lake St. Louis, Missouri; five grandchildren, Shelly (Patrick Novich) Monroe, Matt (Peggy) Carson, Lisa (Ronnie) Wiblemo, Mike (Kate) Hurt and Missy (Justin Hawkins) Hurt; six great grandchildren, Taylor Carson, Kennedy Carson, Nixon Carson, Ally Wiblemo, Katelyn Wiblemo and Ace Wiblemo; sister-in-law, Sue Hurt of Granite City; nieces; nephews; other extended family and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, John, Dewayne, Norman and Erman Hurt and three sisters, Ruby Morton, Lucille Bilbrey and Inez Miller.
Celebration of his life visitation was at Irwin Chapel, 3960 Maryville Road in Granite City on Monday, July 6, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. until time of funeral service at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Steven Gray officiating. Burial with military honors followed at Sunset Hill Memorial Estates in Glen Carbon.
Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and may be accepted at the funeral home.
Jimmy Dale “Bub” Goforth, Jr.
Jimmy Dale Goforth, Jr. “Bub”, 30, of Winona, Missouri passed away on Thursday, July 1, 2020 at Mountain View, Missouri surrounded by his family. He was born on October 30, 1989 in Mountain View, Missouri, the son of Jimmy Dale Goforth, Sr. and Tammy Kay Lilly.
Jimmy is survived by his mother, Tammy Lilly of Winona, MO; grandma, Maxine Lilly of Winona, MO; sister, Amanda Hagler of Winona, MO; his two beloved nieces, Alexis and Madison Hagler of Winona, MO; and a host of family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his father, Jimmy Dale Goforth, Sr.; grandparents, Earl and Artie Goforth; and grandpa Mike Lilly.
Jimmy loved having game night with his friends, watching old western movies, and spending time with “his girls”. He had several friends and was loved by all who knew him. He will be greatly missed.
A memorial service will be planned at a later date. Arrangements were made under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Winona, Missouri. Condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com.
Donald Ray Stallsworth
OBITS, JULY 1
Opal Marie (Norris) Redman
Opal Marie (Norris) Redman was born April 6, 1938, at Mill Creek in Carter County, Missouri, the daughter of John and Sarah (Chronister) Norris. She departed this life on June 20, 2020, at Winona, Missouri in the arms of her loving daughter, at the age of 82.
She is survived by her two sons, Ronald Redman (Sonia), Mackey Redman (Lisa); daughter, Tammy Johnson (Joe); sister, Nellie Myers; grandchildren, Michelle Redman, Susan Redman, Rockie Dailey (Emily), Pennie Dailey (fiancé́, Jessie), Skipper Redman (Michelle), Nicki Redman, Joe Johnson (Sonia), and Deszeray Johnson; eight grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; and one great great granddaughter. She also left behind a very dear friend in her life, Glendola McAfee, and Linda McAfee, who was like a granddaughter to her.
She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Sarah Norris; sister, Oma Norris; brothers, Raymond (Red) Norris, Orville (Cob) Norris, and Harmon (Jake) Norris.
Opal was loved by all who knew her. She worked hard throughout her life, working several years at Paramount Cap Factory in Winona, Missouri. She also provided childcare for dozens of children in her later years. Each child that she cared for, was loved like it was her very own, and she is still loved by those adults today.
Her family was her life and she loved having company. She always had something cooked that was excellent and company never left her house without a piece of some delicious pie or cake she had made. She always had such a pretty, well-kept home, and loved her flowers. They were always so beautiful. When she became sick, she wanted so badly to be able to take care of her flowers until the end. She loved her children and grandchildren with all her heart and soul, along with the rest of her family.
Graveside services were held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at Horner Cemetery in Winona, Missouri with Grandson Rockie Dailey officiating, under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Winona, Missouri. Visitation was at 10:00 a.m. prior to the service. Memorials may be made to the Horner Cemetery Fund. Condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com.
Carolyn Jean "Jeanie" Barnes Bageant
Carolyn Jean “Jeanie” Barnes Bageant was born February 1, 1941 in Munday, Texas to J. B. Barnes and Estenia Opal Rutledge, she passed from this life to be with the Lord on June 17, 2020 at her home in Birch Tree, Missouri.
Jeanie grew up mainly in Abilene, Texas and graduated from Perryton, Texas High School in 1959. That same year she married Charles Rickard. They had two daughters, Merri Elizabeth and Priscilla Kay Hope. The family moved from Perryton to Fort Worth, Texas.
Jeanie married Gracin Eugene “Bob” Johnson on May 17, 1968 in Fort Worth, Texas. They worked together in the mobile home business in Monroe and Bossier City, Louisiana and lived in Calhoun, Louisiana for many years. She was also in the mobile home business in Lafayette, Louisiana, Martin, Tennessee, and Huntsville, Alabama. She moved to these places, but always kept her home in Calhoun. She also sold real estate and insurance.
Jeanie loved to travel and was ready to take a trip anywhere in the world someone wanted to go. She had a passion and talent for painting and crocheting. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family. Once Jeanie met you and liked you, you automatically became part of her family and couldn’t part without a hug and kiss from her. She loved spending time with her granddaughter Krystal and great grandchildren Skylar and Reagan.
Jeanie moved to the Birch Tree area in 1998 with her daughter Hope, soon to be followed by Beth, David, and Krystal. That way the whole family was together, and that made her very happy.
She is preceded in death by her parents; three husbands, Robert Clark Jr., Clifford Ramsey, and Donald Bageant; and her beloved sister, Carrie Leona “Kay” Johnson.
She is survived by her daughters, Beth and husband, David Trotter, Hope and husband, Bill Powell both of Birch Tree, MO; granddaughters, Krystal Greer of Birch Tree, MO and Meaghan Trotter of Marksville, LA; great grandchildren, Skylar Leonard of West Monroe, LA, Reagan Doggett of Birch Tree, MO, and Khloe Trotter of Marksville, LA; niece, Jennifer Frank of Fort Worth, TX; and two nephews, Andrew and David Manly both of Fort Worth, TX; her brother-in-law, Ken Johnson of Grandview, TX; and many friends scattered around the country. Jeanie will be greatly missed by all those who knew her.
Graveside services were held Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. at Oak Grove Cemetery in Birch Tree, Missouri with Sam Murphy officiating, under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Birch Tree. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Shriner’s Hospital for Children. Condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com.
OBITS, JUNE 24
Donald Leroy Roland, Sr.
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Johnnie Lawrence Edgmond
Johnnie grew up in Hartshorn and following school he joined the United States Army on January 7, 1964 and was deployed to the Vietnam War. He received the Vietnam Service Medal, and also received Sharpshooter and Expert Shooter badges for his marksmanship. Johnnie was proud to be a veteran and always took great pride in serving his country.
Johnnie is survived by his wife Elizabeth of the home; a daughter, Teresa Stark and her husband Kevin, one grandson, Kyler Stark and one sister, Georgie Bond all of Houston, Missouri.
Patricia Kathleen Wilkins Dixon
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Patricia Kathleen Wilkins Dixon was born November 4, 1942 at Eminence, Missouri and departed this life on June 11, 2020 at Birch Tree Place at the age of 77 years, 7 months, and 7 days.
She was the only child of Clinton and Mary (Hodge) Wilkins and spent most of her life in and around Shannon County.
She traveled to several states and enjoyed horse racing in her younger years.
Pat is survived by an uncle, Leland (Mag) Wilkins of Rolla, Missouri; an aunt, Mabel Wilkins of Summersville, Missouri as well as a host of cousins and a friend, Cathy Tuttle of Eminence, Missouri.
She spent the last years of her life being cared for at Birch Tree Place, Birch Tree, Missouri.
A graveside memorial service was held at 4:00 PM, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at the Flatwoods Cemetery with Ron Tuttle officiating. Services were under the care of Bradford Funeral Home and online condolences may be left at www.bradfordfuneralhome.net
OBITS, JUNE 17
James Loyd Allman, 50, of Mountain View, Missouri passed away May 30, 2020, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. He was born April 8, 1970, in West Plains, Missouri.
He is preceded in death by his father, Gary Allman.
Survivors include his mother, Pat West; dad, Gene West of Mountain View, MO; two children, Adrien and Madison Allman of Springfield, MO; brother, John West of Madison, MO; sisters, Karla Heglar of AL, and Elizabeth Dover of AR; his very special love, Crystal and fur baby, Zeus.
James was a self-taught hard working man. He loved his family and his children. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
A private memorial was held on June 6, 2020. Arrangements were made under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Mountain View, Missouri.
Charles Franklin Schweighauser, age 82 of Seymour, Missouri, passed away at his home on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 with his family by his side. Charles was born December 17, 1937 to Allie and Minnie Melvinie (Jackson) Schweighauser in Shannon County, Missouri.
Charles grew up in the Summersville area and later moved to Seymour where he raised his family. Over the years he worked at Angelica, HD Lee, General Electric and was also a farmer.
He enjoyed fishing, hunting, woodworking, farming and spending time with his family. Charles also loved reading the Bible and knew it from front to back as he had read through it several times.
Preceding Charles in death are his parents, Allie and Minnie Schweighauser; his brothers, Ray Schweighauser, Donald Schweighauser, Denver Schweighauser and James Schweighauser; his sister, Ruth Schweighauser and his beloved longtime companion Scooter, his dog that he raised from a puppy.
Charles is survived by his beloved daughters and their spouses, Marsha Knotts (Mike) of Macomb, Missouri, Marcella Loftis (Jerry) of Springfield, Missouri, Carmen Ebert (James) of Diggins, Missouri and Tina Fox (Ronnie) of Seymour, Missouri; seven grandchildren, Kimberlee White, Blake Knotts, Elizabeth Rakes, Rebekah Anthony, Dustin Fox, Dylan Fox and Ashley Loftis; five great-grandchildren, August, Elias, Colton, Remington and Jace; the mother of his daughters, Mary Daugherty; a special sister-in-law, Glenda Schweighauser and a host of nieces and nephews.
Charles dearly loved his daughters and family and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Funeral services were held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, June 13, 2020 at Bradford Funeral Home with Rev. Steve Steelman officiating. Interment was in the Riley Cemetery near Summersville. Services were under the care of Bradford Funeral Home and online condolences may be left at www.bradfordfuneralhome.net
Virgil Lewis “Tooter” Ledgerwood was born in Birch Tree, Missouri on November 15, 1937 to Lewis Ural and Omie Lee (Wright) Ledgerwood. He departed this life to be with the Lord on Monday, June 8, 2020 in Birch Tree, Missouri at the age of 82.
Virgil was married to Patricia Shepherd on August 11, 1956 at Thomasville, Missouri. This union was blessed with the addition of four children, Rhonda Louise, Michael Lee, Beverly Ann and Virgil “Scott” Lewis. In later years he was joined in marriage to Davette Weaver, and with this union Virgil gained an additional son, David.
Virgil was better known by the name of Tooter. Most people have no idea how he came to be known by this name. When Tooter was a small boy he ran everywhere he went and was always overheard saying “toot-toot” as he ran along. A family friend, by the name of Sister Johnson, overheard him coming through the house yelling toot-toot and said “there comes Tooter”, and the name stuck.
Virgil is preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; wife, Davette; infant son, Michael Lee; brothers, Tom, Leo, Edward, JD, and infant brother, Oscar; and sisters, Mary, Sylvia, and Juanita.
He leaves to mourn, sons, Virgil “Scott” Ledgerwood (Cheryl) of Williamstown, NJ and David Ledgerwood (Madeline) of Mountain View, MO; daughters, Rhonda Shepherd (Mike) of Stotts City, MO and Beverly Craig (Donnie) of Birch Tree, MO; and six grandchildren, Eliza, Becky, ShaShauna, Heather, Jeff, Jared, September, Matthew and Kevin. He was known as Poppy Tooter to JJ, Summer, Thomas, Chesney, Hayden, Cheyenne and his wood splitting buddy, Squirt. Also surviving are brothers, Bob Ledgerwood (Bernice) of Cape Girardeau, MO and Tim Ledgerwood (Nancy) of Reed Springs, MO; and sister, Sadie Dodson of Eminence, MO. He also leaves to mourn, his companion Thunder, several nieces, nephews, cousins and numerous friends.
Virgil served four years in the United States Army. He completed basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, and was stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado Springs, Colorado. Virgil spent his early years of employment working in several different areas from helping his dad in the family lumber industry, and as a local truck driver, with the most memorable being the 37 years he spent employed by Junior E. DePriest Trucking Company. At which time, he was better known by his CB handle, Speedball. Upon retirement Virgil was acknowledged for the over 3 ½ million accident-free miles he had driven over the course of his career.
At an early age Virgil accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. Later in life he rededicated his life and was an active member of the Church of God of Prophecy at Montier, Missouri. Virgil attended church faithfully until his health declined. He always arrived early for services to open the church doors and to greet his church family as they arrived.
Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2020, in Yarber Mortuary chapel, Birch Tree, with Pastor Jeff Brake officiating. Visitation was Wednesday, June 10, 2020 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. also at the chapel. Interment was in Bethlehem Cemetery, Birch Tree, Missouri. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association. Condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com.
Frances Eloise Campbell was born May 13, 1931 in Hartshorn, Missouri and passed away June 3, 2020 in Nampa, Idaho. She is preceded in death by her Husband Eldon. Left to mourn her passing are her three sons, Mark, who devoted his time to caring for Fran during the last years of her life, Barth and his partner Patti. Kirk, and his wife Virginia and Fran’s grandchildren, Clint and his wife Elsa, Brad and his wife Katie and their son Issac. And granddaughter Stephanie. Also left behind are Virginia's daughter Megan and grandson Payton whom Fran considered her grandson too. Her brother, Charles Murfin and his family of Ozark, Missouri. Also Margaret Wilson and John Utter.
For many of these last years Fran struggled with health problems. But she was tough. Man was she tough. She went through surgery after surgery and just kept going. One time, several years ago, I took Fran to her doctor in San Francisco and went in with her and the doctor put up all her X-rays and I saw first-hand all the metal in her body. But she just kept going. Having said that, scripture tells us “It is appointed unto man once to die.” It’s going to happen to all of us. There comes a time when our bodies just will not support life anymore. When the struggle is too much.
I want to read from Proverbs 31:10-31, it’s a description of Fran.
From my personal knowledge there are some characteristics from that passage that emerged about Fran.
1. Loving wife-Fran and Eldon were married for 63 years. Today, with throw-away marriages, she was a faithful loving wife. What a great example. That doesn’t just happen. It takes work. It takes commitment. It takes strength. It takes humility.
2. Loving mother-Fran was loyal to her kids, and her grandkids. Her family was her favorite thing.
3. Caring person-None of you know the hours and hours I spent with Fran through the years as she talked about her kids or grandkids, or friends that had some need in their life. She was always trying to figure out ways that she could help.
4. She was a great homemaker-I was never in her home when it wasn’t neat and clean, she was the best home cook I have known. She used to tell me she was just an old country cook. But what a country cook she was.
5. She was successful in the workplace-You know why, because she was smart and she was a hard worker.
6. She was a spiritual person-a member of the Church of Christ for many, many years. She believed in God, She believed in Jesus Christ and she believed in the resurrection. Once she moved to Idaho I very seldom spoke to her on the phone that she wouldn’t ask how everyone in the Santa Rosa congregation was doing.
7. She was a busy person-Not an idle person. She lived a full life. Your mom never wanted to just sit and do nothing.
The last time I spoke with Fran she told me she wanted this song at her funeral. It was sung at Eldon’s funeral but because of the virus we couldn’t have singers today, but we have this recording she loved. Song: Peace in the Valley.
Mark: My mother, Frances Eloise Campbell was born May 13, 1931. She was the first child of Charles and Idola Murfin at Hartshorn, Missouri. With Sister Kay and brother Charles. She married my father Eldon Harley Campbell December of 1950. They moved from Houston, Missouri to Norfolk, Virginia Naval base where my father was stationed and working as a medic in the hospital. My mother worked at an up-scale clothing store in Norfolk. Their first child, Mark was born in August 1952 at the Naval Hospital. They returned to Houston, Missouri after the Navy and stayed for a couple of years before hearing about better opportunities in California.
Frances, Eldon and Mark started for California in September of 1955. All of their possessions were packed in the Hudson and a small u-haul trailer. Jay and Georgia Hale accompanied them to California. After arriving in Mill Valley, California with only $25.00 my mother borrowed money from her father to get one months rent and groceries for the five of us to stay in a small house on Pine Hill Road in Mill Valley. My mother worked on the house to make it better, booked for all five. My father and Jay looked for carpenter work which they found with the help of Uncle Clarence who lived on Marin Drive across the valley from Pine Hill Road.
We later moved to the Alto area of Mill Valley and stayed in the house of Edith Daily who was in Alaska with her husband.
Barth was born in September of 1956 while we lived at Alto. When Barth was a year old we moved to Clarence’s house on Marin Drive in the summer of 1957 after Clarence completed his new house on Browning Street in Tam Valley. My mother continued helping Edith Daily after we moved from her house. Through the years that followed taking her to church at San Pablo until she died. A year after we moved to Marin Drive my mom insisted that they buy the house from Clarence. My dad said he didn’t have the money. My mom said yes we can. We will get two loans and pay them off. And that they did.
Barth enjoyed pushing dirt with his toy bulldozer. He played for hours using his dozer with his fingertips and making the appropriate sounds until his lips were sore.
Kirk was born July 1961. He was a wonderful young child. Through the following year my mom worked to improve the house to make it comfortable and spacious, with room for us to grow. She cooked, canned, cleaned, made shirts for us, patches jeans then she would go to her job at the restaurant. My father worked six days a week, my mother worked seven if you count Sunday lunch for church. It is true, A man works from sun to sun but a woman’s work is never done. She was the hardest working woman I ever knew by far. She always worked to help her family and others. No matter what the task ahead, the problems to be solved, my mother was capable of saving the problem.
My mother faced numerous health problems during her life. She nearly died of aspiration at 43. Doctors told me she would not live much longer, a couple of hours at most. I told them she would live, don’t give up on her. They didn’t and she lived . In 2005 her heart rate was 32 bpm in the hospital, very weak. She recovered. Doctor told her he would see her in 6 months if she was alive. She lived on. Her health improved and after retiring she and my father enjoyed traveling to the midwest and buying antiques. Which she hoped to give to her grandchildren someday.
My mom enjoyed time spent with family and friends, cooking more than enough food for all. She was glad to have friends and family come to Idaho and Visit. Rodney, Herbert and Sandra, Ken and Evette, Margaret and Steve, Tom and Doricia, Clint and Elsa, Brad and Katie and Issac.
My parents were plain and hard working. They enjoyed going to church. My mom most wanted to attend church but was not able. The last few weeks she would ask me if it was the Lord’s Day. She got it right until the last couple of times. She always helped her children and grandchildren with support and understanding.
My mother was a good woman who did all the good she could give to friends and family. More good to more people than most will ever know including strangers. The vast majority returned her kindness and were thankful and grateful to know her.
These are words written by Charles.
She was born in a small cabin on Grandpa Murfin’s farm near Hartshorn MO.
She would go with Dad to the barn to milk cows and to the woods to cut logs to take to a mill for processing.. this mill was 25/30 miles away.. She was definitely a Daddy’s girl!!
She attended school in Hartshorn where DAD taught..
And then when on to Summersville (Mo) high school..
The family moved to Houston, Missouri her senior year in HS. After Graduation she attended Southwest Missouri State college in Springfield Missouri .
Receiving her Teachers Certificate. She then taught in the one room schools surrounding the Houston area.
During the summers she would work at jobs in Houston. She was working at The Rexall Drug Store when a young sailor came in by the name of Eldon Campbell. AND she proceeded to dump his drink in his lap!!! Needless to say that got his attention!!! They were married in our home in Houston, Missouri while Eldon was home at Christmas time. He was stationed in Norfolk Virginia and they lived in Portsmouth, Virginia . They came home the next year around deer season because Eldon loved to hunt. We had the largest snow while they were home - 36 inches ..Eldon was driving a Black Hudson Hornet car that he kept spotless !!! Needless to say it wasn’t too pretty when they left for Virginia.. While they were visiting, little brother came down with the mumps!!! So when they got back to Va - Francis came down with the mumps .... BUT then their next visit they came home with a baby, Mark Harley born August 15, 1952.
After Eldon was discharged they moved back to Houston.. Francis started working for the family who had a small restaurant.
With her cooking ability the restaurant “boomed“. The mashed potatoes and gravy plus her Chili was a big HIT.
Their next move was to Mill Valley California. Word had come back to them From Uncle Clarence that the “building boom“ was big in California. This then became their permanent address 723 Marin Drive..
On September 25, 1956 their second son Barth Charles was born!! And Kirk Eldon was born July 13, 1961.
I spent several Months living in their Home where they both treated me like their own.
I have lots of wonderful memories of my oldest sister, Fran, who was often more like a second mom to me. One such memory was a whipping that she gave me, which was then followed up by a whipping from my Dad! When we moved to Houston, Missouri, she was a senior in school and was always working different jobs. She later met and married Eldon and moved to Mill Valley, California. I enjoyed visiting her in Mill Valley and she always welcomed me. I lived with her and Uncle Eldon one summer when Barth was a small boy. I rode to work with Eldon and my lunch box was always full enough for two people (and Uncle Eldon had his own box)! Once I remember her breaking her arm and it was set clear up to her shoulder, plus she got her left thumb caught in the car door. But that Monday we came home from work to fried chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy and biscuits. She made it all with four fingers, including cutting up the chickens! She was a very tough, hard-headed, hard-working lady. Her joy was making big meals to feed her family and whoever happened to come visit. In 1966, she and my other sister Kay organized and pulled off mine and Karen’s wedding. All of my family has been blessed over the years to be guests in her home. Randy and Chuck remember all the wonderful visits to Aunt Fran’s house, her wonderful meals and tubs of cookies for them to enjoy.
On our last visit as a family to her home, she spoiled my kids and grandkids with another one of her yummy feasts! We will all miss her dearly. We love ya Fran!
Fran believed in God. She believed in Heaven. And she believed she would again see Eldon. This last song expresses some of those thoughts.
Song: This World Is Not My Home.
Let’s close with a prayer.
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