Obituaries

Jack Edward Fredrickson, 87, of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025, at Benton House Assisted Living, in Blue Springs, Missouri. He was born to Edythe and Oscar Edward Fredrickson on Sept. 6, 1937, in St. Joseph. He graduated from Benton High School class of 1955. After graduation he was employed at the St.

SAVANNAH, Mo. – Randy Gillispie, 71, Savannah, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1 p.m. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Private Inurnment Whispering Pines Cremation Garden at St. Joseph Memorial Park. The family will gather with friends 6 to 8

James Richard Long, 73, of St. Joseph, passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025. He was born on Oct. 17, 1951, in St. Joseph, to Clarland and Helen Long. James dedicated his life to service, both to his country and his community. He proudly served in the United States Air Force before providing for

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – James Richard “Dick” Powell passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Feb. 10, 2025. He was born on Feb. 28, 1937, to Marion Caryll and Eva Maude (Lizar) Powell, in Trimble, Missouri. He attended school at East Buchanan High School in Gower, Missouri, where he was active in many sports

SAVANNAH, Mo. – Theresa “Terri” Holt, 76, Savannah, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, at Living Community of St. Joseph. Terri was born on Dec. 19, 1948, in St. Joseph, to the late Calvin and Maxine (Wampler) Shreve. She was a 1966 graduate of Savannah High School and graduated from Methodist Hospital School

Patrick Howard Thomas, aka “Bub”, aka “The Old Man”, passed away peacefully in his home on Feb. 11, 2025. He held his wife Susie’s hand as he drifted up to heaven. He was 81 years old. Pat was born on Jan. 3, 1944, to Charlotte and Howard Thomas in Maryville, Missouri. He was the youngest

Marjorie “Margie” Joanne Kendall, 77, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in a Savannah, Missouri, health care center. She was born Oct. 20, 1947, in St. Joseph, daughter of the late Marjorie and Westley Chancey. She graduated from Lafayette High School, and worked at Sisters Hospital, Heartland Regional Medical Center, and retired

David A. Anderson, aged 72, of St. Joseph, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his son and daughter-in-law. He was born on July 28, 1952, in Wilmer, Minnesota, the son of the late LaVonne and Ardell Anderson. David was a dedicated worker, being one of the starting crew with

James “Jim” McIntosh, 80, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025. He was born April 7, 1944, in St. Joseph, to Dorothy (Hagele) and Jesse “Buddy” McIntosh. He married Betty Lynn Parsons in 1964. He graduated from Benton High School in 1962. Jim was drafted in the Army and served from 1967-1969. During

James “Jim” McIntosh, 80, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025. He was born April 7, 1944, in St. Joseph, to Dorothy (Hagele) and Jesse “Buddy” McIntosh. He married Betty Lynn Parsons in 1964. He graduated from Benton High School in 1962. Jim was drafted in the Army and served from 1967-1969. During

GOWER, Mo. – Terry Batchelder, 78, of Gower, Missouri, passed away, Feb. 6, 2025. He was born on Nov. 12, 1946, in Belton, Missouri. Terry grew up in Belton and graduated from Belton High School. On Aug. 13, 1972, he was united in marriage to Roberta Whippo. After their marriage they lived near Gower where

Lloyd Walter Hope, 78, of St. Joseph, passed away Friday, Feb. 7, 2025, at his home. He was born June 1, 1946, in St. Joseph, son of the late Helen and Lloyd Hope. He married Sharon Brady on July 3, 1981, and she survives of the home. He graduated from Lafayette High School, and worked

PRINCETON, Mo. – Doyle E. Nigh, 94, died Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, at Princeton, Missouri. Mr. Nigh was born on March 1, 1930, in the Kirby house in Modena, Missouri, the son of Clell E. and Edith V. (McCloud) Nigh. He was a 1947 graduate of Princeton High School and was married to Helen Brassfield

Bobby Ray Scott, of St. Joseph, passed peacefully in his home surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, at the age of 92. He was born on Oct. 31, 1932, in Palmer, Missouri, to Glen A. Scott and Pearl E. (Sago) Scott. In 1956, Bob was united in marriage to Carol Marvine Turnbough

TROY, Kan. – Sue Ann (Taylor) Blanton, 74, of Troy, Kansas, passed away Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at Mosaic Life Care, St. Joseph. Sue was born on April 29, 1950, to Bennie and Alice (Plautz) Taylor. She graduated from Troy High School in 1968 and was a member of the

CAMERON, Mo. – Betty Lou Curtis, 100 years old, passed away Feb. 5, 2025. Betty was born on Dec. 5, 1924, to John Frances and Marie Josephine (Quell) O’Connor of the Keystone Community southwest of Cameron, Missouri. She graduated from Cameron High School in 1941 and attended Johnson School of Business, in St. Joseph. Betty

Nancy Dougan, 83, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. She was born Oct. 13, 1941, in St. Joseph, to HaroldBell “Tut” and Margarite (Myers) Dougan. Nancy grew up in St. Joseph and graduated from Benton High School. Nancy worked at C.D. Smith, New York Life and Mutual of Omaha before a long stint

BRANSON WEST, Mo. -Franklin Wayne Hubbard, Branson West, Missouri, passed away Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025. Wayne, a native of the St. Joseph area, was born to Franklin and Alene Hubbard on Aug. 31, 1950. Preceding him in death were his parents; first wife, Donna; brother, Vernon; and infant sister, Kathleen. Survivors include his wife, Kathy;

OTTUMWA, Iowa – Carol Diane Geib, 77, of Ottumwa, Iowa, died on Feb. 7, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa, from Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Carol was born April 28, 1947, in Des Moines, to Robert and Mary Keller Copeland. She married Jerry H. Geib on Nov. 7, 1971, and they had two daughters,

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Rosalie M. Tovar, 88, Kansas City, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025. She was born Aug. 10, 1936, in Mound City, Missouri. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Friday, St. Joseph Cathedral Catholic Church. Interment Mount Hope Cemetery, Mound City, Missouri. Parish Rosary, 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &

Joe, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away at the age of 84. He was married to the love of his life, Lena, for 51 years. Together, they raised two children, and were blessed with five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, all of whom brought him endless joy. Joe had a deep passion for

Sammy Leon Nuckols entered eternal rest on Jan. 27, 2025, surrounded by his children. He was born on Aug. 11, 1945, in St. Joseph, to his loving parents, Samuel Squire Nuckols and Helen Gertrude (Robertson) Nuckols. Sammy never met a stranger, he had a kind and generous spirit, always willing to lend a helping hand

PLATTSBURG, Mo. – Clifford Ray Farris, 74, Plattsburg, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, at his home. He was born on Nov. 28, 1950, in Paradise, Missouri, to Raymond Lee and Genevieve (Benner) Farris. Clifford graduated from Smithville, Missouri, High School, then proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam

Charles A. Kephart, 88, St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025. He was born Aug. 17, 1936, in Cosby, Missouri, to George and Ida (Gnuschke) Kephart. Charles was a 1954 graduate of Lafayette High School. Charles married Ava Maxine Anderson on Nov. 10, 1956. They shared 64 years together, including the years he cared

Kyle “Kip” Cameron Hornsby, 70, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born Nov. 9, 1954, in Trenton, Missouri, son of the late Ruth and Ralph Hornsby. He graduated from Winston High School and went on to work and retire from BNSF Railroad as an engineer.

Jonathan Boller Sr., 81, of St. Joseph, passed away Monday, Feb. 3, 2025, at Mosaic Life Care. He was born Nov. 16, 1943, in St. Joseph, to the late Effie and Ralph Boller. Jon attended Benton High School. He married Wanda Butterfield on Feb. 3, 1961, sharing exactly 64 years together. He worked at the

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Margaret “Margy” Hager passed away peacefully in Washington, D.C., after a prolonged illness. Her loving husband, Bob, sat with her for the last leg of her journey, just as he had for every step along the way. Margy was born in St. Joseph on Feb. 22, 1944, and lived there most of

Glenda E. Roberts, 74, St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025. She was born Dec. 26, 1950, in Pennsylvania. On April 30, 1976, Glenda married the love of her life, Edward Eugene Roberts, and together they built a family full of love and laughter. She was a cherished mother to Rachel Eckart (Gene) and

Barry J. Greenwald, 80, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. Farewell Services 1 p.m. Saturday, Wyatt Park Christian Church. Private Interment Evergreen Cemetery, Osborn, Missouri. Online guest book and full obituary at www.meierhoffer.com. As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.

ALBANY, Mo. – Merlin “Merle” Ross Yeager, 83, of Albany, Missouri, passed away Feb. 3, 2025, in Savannah, Missouri. Survivors: son, Brian (Jan) Yeager; daughter, Diana Lane; grandchildren, Maisie (Melissa) Yeager, Bobby Jr. (Christy) Goble and Adrienne (Levi) Teel; six great-grandchildren; brother, Dean (Sveta) Yeager; aunt, Bonnie Brooks; nieces, nephews, and cousins. Graveside Service and