Obituaries

By NewsPress Now LEAVENWORTH, Kan. – Ray D. Miller, 88, of Leavenworth, Kansas, passed to his Heavenly Father Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Homestead Assisted Living. He was born in Forest City, Missouri, on Feb. 9, 1936, to Herbert William Miller and Ruby Mae (Robinson) Miller. He graduated from Maitland High School, Maitland, Missouri, and

By NewsPress Now STEWARTSVILLE, Mo. – Effie Ernestine Boyd Snodgrass came into this world on June 25, 1935. Born to Ernest and Velva Cundiff Boyd at their home in Agency, Missouri, she grew up alongside her brother, Elmer Wallace “Buck” and sisters, Norma Ruth Hendirks, Dorothy Louise, Helen Pauline Hammon, Margorie Ellen VanVickle and Frankie

By NewsPress Now Larry Wayne Nagle, 57, of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024, at his home. He was born June 20, 1967, in St. Joseph, son of the late Eddina and Harry Nagle Jr. Larry was preceded in death by his parents; and daughter, Amber Renee Nagle. He is survived by finacee,

By NewsPress Now Dan DeShon, 64, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, June 24, 2024. He was born Sept. 23, 1959. Dan married Angie Sue Talbott on Aug. 11, 1979. She survives of the home. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1 p.m. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will gather with friends 6 to

By NewsPress Now Leslie Frank Waller, 65, of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024, at a Savannah, Missouri health care center. He was born Aug. 22, 195,8 in Fort Huachuca, Arizona, son of Ethel “LaVaughn” and Frank Waller. He graduated from Lafayette High School, class of 1976. He proudly served in the United

By NewsPress Now Late Notices As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Kirstan Canterbury Kirstan Canterbury, 29, St. Joseph, passed away June 20, 2024. Arrangements pending Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Karolyn K. Chadwell MORRILL, Kan. -Karolyn Kay Chadwell, 83, rural Morrill, Kansas, died June 23, 2024. www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com Candy O. Miller BASEHOR, Kan. – Candy O. Miller, 61, of Basehor, Kansas, passed

By NewsPress Now Joseph Stehr, 67, of St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, June 20, 2024. Joseph was born Nov. 18, 1956, to Gregory and Frances Stehr, in Nuremberg, Germany. He graduated from Bishop LeBlond High School and attended Missouri Western State University. Joseph loved science and Star Wars. His favorite holidays were Christmas and the

By NewsPress Now DEKALB, Mo. – Aneia G. Marriott, 56, of DeKalb, Missouri, passed away Friday, June 21, 2024, in a St. Joseph hospital. She was born July 10, 1967, in St. Joseph, daughter of Dixie and Richard “Dickie” Matthews. She graduated from DeKalb High School and worked as the bus driver for the DeKalb

By NewsPress Now Marcia Ann (Layland) Brown, 80, joined her beloved husband, Merlin, in heaven on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Marcia married Merlin Brown in 1962 and together they built a life centered on their faith in Christ and family. Marcia was a secondary education teacher until she found her calling in nursing, first at

By NewsPress Now KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Anna Marie Marriott, 93, of Kansas City, Missouri, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Thursday night, June 20, 2024, in a Liberty, Missouri, health care center. She was born Aug. 5, 1930, in Chillicothe, Missouri, daughter of the late Marguerite and Carl Pfaff. She graduated from Chillicothe high

By NewsPress Now DEKALB, Mo. — Aneia G. Marriott, 56, of DeKalb, Missouri, passed away Friday, June 21, 2024, in a St. Joseph hospital. She was born July 10, 1967, in St. Joseph, daughter of Dixie and Richard “Dickie” Matthews. She graduated from DeKalb High School and worked as the bus driver for the DeKalb

By NewsPress Now Late Notices As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.

By NewsPress Now Richard Edward “Rick” Weyer, 67, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2024, surrounded by family. He was born July 1, 1956, in St. Joseph. He attended Benton High School and married Deborah Despain on Jan. 15, 1978. He was the owner operator of several local businesses throughout his life, including

By NewsPress Now John H. Winslow MOSES LAKE, Wash. – John Henry Winslow, 86, affectionately known as “Trevin” and “Pops”, died during a cardiac event on the evening of June 15, 2024, with his beloved daughters by his side. John was the youngest of seven children born to Edward and Lola in Nodaway County, Missouri.

By NewsPress Now Robert “Bob” Melton, 82, of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2024, in Plattsburg, Missouri. He was born April 13, 1942, in Duenweg, Missouri, son of Pearl and James Melton. He retired from the State of Missouri as a psychiatric aid. Bob’s passion was country music and he was a member

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Richard E. Weyer Richard E. Weyer, 67, of St. Joseph, died June 19, 2024. Visitation 2 to 3 p.m. on Monday with a funeral service following at 3 p.m. Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.

By NewsPress Now Adelina “Sis” Thompson, 74, St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Farewell Services 1 p.m. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family requests contributions to Adelina’s Funeral Fund. To donate

By NewsPress Now DELAND, Fla. – Vailla Reece-Dittemore, 73, of DeLand, Florida, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024, in a DeLand hospital. She was born Dec. 3, 1950, in St. Joseph, daughter of the late Marjorie and James Bird. She graduated from Missouri Western State University and was a Registered Nurse.

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Robert Melton Robert “Bob” Melton 82, of St. Joseph, passed away June 18, 2024. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday. Funeral services and public live stream 1 p.m. June 21 at Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at King Hill Cemetery. www.ruppfuneral.com. As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.

By NewsPress Now CAMERON, Mo. – Delora Lorene Davis, 101, of Cameron, Missouri, passed away on June 17, 2024. She was born on March 18, 1923, in Moorhead, Iowa, to Leslie and Gladys (Nuzum) Outhouse. They preceded her in death. Delora was a 1940 Soldier High School graduate. Delora married David Lyle Davis Dec. 22,

By NewsPress Now SYCAMORE, Ill. – Donna Boyles, 91, formerly of New Point and Savannah, Missouri, passed away June 10, 2024, at a Sycamore healthcare facility. Graveside services: 1 p.m. Sunday, June 23, Cowan Cemetery, New Point, Missouri. The family will greet friends from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Chamberlain Funeral Home, Oregon,

By NewsPress Now Pamela Sue Wall, 81, St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024. She was born April 17, 1943, in St. Joseph, to Dwight and Ella (Taylor) Boswell. Pamela married Lloyd M. Wall June 4, 1970. He preceded her in death on Aug. 2, 2007. She was a graduate of Savannah, Missouri, High

By NewsPress Now Anna Marie White, 87, of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024, near Syracuse, Nebraska. She was born Feb. 10, 1937, in Aurora, Kansas, daughter of the late Frances and Leo Odette. She worked at Green Hills in the deli, and Whitaker Cable. She enjoyed playing cards, pitch, camping, fishing, and

By NewsPress Now MOUND CITY, Mo. – Cpt. (Ret.) Paul Russell Northup, 81, of Mound City, Missouri, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at a healthcare facility, in Mound City. Memorial Service 1 p.m. Thursday, July 11, 2024, at Christian Fellowship Church, Mound City. Family will receive friends following the

By NewsPress Now Loyd “Billy” William Reese Jr., 58, of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024, at his home. He was born March 8, 1966, in Atchison, Kansas, son of Linda and Loyd Reese Sr. He worked at Lee Grover Construction and Herner Construction. Billy enjoyed riding his Harley, being around people and

By NewsPress Now Carolyn Sue “Susie” Harris passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024. She was born June 16, 1934, to Roy and Doris Harris in Dearborn, Missouri. She attended Camden Point Schools. She worked at Red Lion Lounge in East Hills and CG’s Connection. In 1989 she bought and operated her own bar and called

By NewsPress Now Late Notices William T. Grady CAMERON, Mo. -William Thomas “Bob” Grady, 86, passed away June 14. Services: 11 a.m. June 21 at Poland-Thompson Chapel. Visitation prior to the service at 10 to 11 a.m. Burial in Highland Cemetery, Hamilton, Missouri. Arrangements by Poland-Thompson Funeral Home, Cameron. www.polandthompson.com As published in the St.

By NewsPress Now COUNTRY CLUB, Mo. -James “Mike” Conard, 67, of Country Club, Missouri, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024, at his home. He was born Nov. 26, 1956, in St. Joseph. Survivors: wife Judy; daughters, Brooke (Joe) Park, Nikki (Zach) Davis, and Kelce (Ryan) Hanna; brothers, Galand (Jani) Conard, and Derek (Carol) Conard; sister,

By NewsPress Now Bruce Wayne Hartman, 70, St. Joseph, passed away Friday, June 14, 2024. He was born on Nov. 10, 1953, to William “Bill” and Patricia (Bauman) Hartman, in St. Joseph. He graduated from Central High School. Bruce enjoyed golfing and was an avid gamer. He was a handyman who took pride in being