Obituaries

Randy Eugene Sisk, 66, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025. He was born Nov. 11, 1958, in St. Joseph. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, with a funeral service and public livestream starting at 2 p.m. Thursday, at the Funeral Home. Interment Mount

SARASOTA, Fla. – Theodore “Ted” Alford Wilson passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Oct. 11, 2025, in Sarasota, Florida. Born on July 2, 1946, in St. Joseph, to Garland and Jane Wilson. Ted lived a full and joyful life grounded in love, curiosity, and connection. Ted’s career highlights included running the family

Alfred Lee Boyer, 66, of St Joseph, passed away Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, at University of Kansas Medical Center, in Kansas City, Kansas. He was born Nov. 15, 1958, in St. Joseph, son, of Joyce and Alva Lee Boyer. Al graduated from Benton High School, class of 1977. On July 3, 1981, he married Rita

RAYMORE, Mo. – Ralph Mac Filley Jr., of Raymore, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Oct. 18, 2025, just ten days shy of his 81st birthday. Ralph lived a life centered on four constants: Faith, Family, Food, and the Kansas City Chiefs. Known universally as Poppy, he was the beloved patriarch and North Star of his

Paul Clifford Helton, 60, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025, in St. Joseph. He was born Feb. 17, 1965, in St. Joseph, son of the late Dorothy and Jesse Helton. He worked at Clarks Tree Service as a Tree Trimmer for many years. Paul enjoyed playing pool and had just started playing

Delores Mae Claycomb, 90, of St Joseph, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, at a Wathena, Kansas, health care facility. She was born Aug. 11, 1935, in St. Joseph, daughter of Eva Esther (Powers) and Loyd Simpson Sr. Delores attended Benton High School. On Dec. 31, 1954, she married Jay Claycomb. She spent many years

“He will cover you with his feathers and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart” Psalm 91:4 Amy was born in Saint Joseph, MO on July 15th, 1992 to Janey Robertson Johnston and Daniel J. Heckman II, both from St Joseph, MO. Amy was preceded in death

David “Mike” Bohon, 74, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, Oct. 13, 2025. He was born Feb. 10, 1951, to Clinton D., Sr. and Mary F. (Kelly) Bohon in Hannibal, Missouri. After serving in the United States Army during the challenging days of the Vietnam War, Mike returned home to embrace a new chapter. It was

Jackie A. Milbourn, 73, St. Joseph, passed away Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. She was born Jan. 20, 1952, to Jessie “Alvin” and Elvie Katherine (Mitchell) Henry, in Kansas City, Missouri. Jackie shared 39 years with her husband, Warren Lee Milbourn. The loving couple united in matrimony on Oct. 12, 1970, supporting and cherishing each other

Glenn Robert “Bob” Ross, 85, St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025. He was born Jan. 21, 1940, in St. Joseph, to Thomas and Mildred (Breeden) Ross. He was a proud graduate of Lafayette High School, where later he was presented with the Alumni of the Year Award. He went on to attend St.

Helen Marie Crabill, 97, of St. Joseph, passed away Oct. 15, 2025. She was born Oct. 20, 1927, in Coffey, Missouri, to Clayton Dee Brown and Gertrude Mae Brown (Parmley). She was the youngest of four children. She grew up during the Great Depression and spent her childhood in Odessa, Missouri, before the Brown family

MCFALL, Mo. – Donald Rex Miller, 82, of McFall, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, at Crestview Nursing Home, in Bethany, Missouri, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in New Hampton, Harrison County, Missouri, to Wessling Daren and Georgia Lee Miller on Oct. 27, 1942. He graduated from South Harrison High

Mildred Louise Chenoweth, 89, of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, in St. Joseph. She was born Nov. 16, 1935, in Halls, Missouri, daughter of the late, Myrtle and Archie Boyer. She married Frank on June 6, 1953, and the rest was history. She worked at Peach Tree Door putting the glass into

PLATTSBURG, Mo. – Larry Wayne Mitchell, 58, of Plattsburg, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, in St. Joseph. There will be a celebation of life this Saturday, Oct. 18 2025, starting at noon at the Plattsburg Community Courtyard, 117 West Maple, Plattsburg, Missouri. Online full obituary and condolence at www.ruppfuneral.com. As published in the

Marvin White, 98, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. Marvin was born on May 17, 1927, in Garretson, South Dakota, the son of the late Lynn and Olive (Swavely) White. Marvin served in the U.S. Navy in 1946 and 1947 serving on the USS Tappahannock, USS Princeton, and the USS Curtiss. Receiving

Shannon Kirk William Anderson, 52, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, at his home in St. Joseph. He was born March 21, 1973, in Winchester, Kansas, son of Nina Anderson. He graduated from Leavenworth High School. On Jan. 22, 2000, he married Carmen Stewart, in St. Joseph. Shannon previously worked at Green

MAITLAND, Mo. – Brenda Murphy 56, of Maitland, Missouri, passed away Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Mound City, Missouri. She was born Aug. 23, 1969, in Galt, California. Survived by husband, Drew Murphy. Memorials requested to the Brenda Murphy Memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Full obituary, online condolence, at www.ruppfuneral.com. As

Sheila Wilson, 56, of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in St. Joseph. She was born Nov. 4, 1968, in St. Louis, Missouri. Survived by husband, Duane; mother, Marcella; sons, Justin and Preston; brothers, Darrin and Tom. Full obituary and online condolence www.ruppfuneral.com. As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.

PICKERING, Mo. – Nancy Beth DeMott, 89, Pickering, Missouri, passed on Oct. 11, 2025, in Maryville, Missouri. Born on Sept. 15, 1936, in Clearmont, Missouri, Nancy was married to Richard A. DeMott. Other survivors include her children, Mike DeMott, Mark (Deb) DeMott, Rhonda (Steve) Schmidt, and Heather (Bill) Pistole, all of Maryville; 11 grandchildren; numerous

CLOVIS, Calif. – Amanda Marie Richey, 36, Clovis, California, formerly of Wathena, Kansas, passed away Sept. 29, 2025. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. The family requests contributions to Amanda’s

Robert Lee Beaver Jr. passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025, after battling a long illness. Robert, affectionately called “Bob” or “Bobby Lee”, was born Dec. 9, 1947, to Robert Sr. and Gertrude Jahnke Beaver, in St. Joseph. He married Rodnae Karle Truesdale on July 15, 1983. She survives of the

Samantha Milbourn, 43, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in St. Joseph. She was born Feb. 17, 1982, in St. Joseph. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, at the Parkway Christian Fellowship with a memorial service starting at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 18,

Joshua Loren Pohl: A Life Remembered It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joshua Loren Pohl, who left us peacefully, surrounded by family and closest friends, on Thursday morning, Oct. 9, 2025, at the age of 25. A dedicated and talented young man, Josh was a proud graduate of Missouri Western

LEXINGTON, Mo. – Marilyn Pritchett, 82, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, at Center Point Hospital, in Independence, Missouri, following a brief illness. Marilyn was born on Oct. 3, 1942, in St. Joseph, to Joseph and Marie Cohrs. She would grow up just outside of St. Joseph with her brother Raymond and sister Joann where

MCMINNVILLE, Ore. – Roamona Louise (Lewellen) DeVorss, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and best friend, died on Sept. 20, 2025. Roamona passed peacefully surrounded by her adult children and grandchild after briefly undergoing care at Hillside in McMinnville, Oregon. She was 89 years old. Roamona was born March 28, 1936, to Bolen Lee Lewellen and V.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Andra Renee (Kolega) Sigalos, born in St. Joseph on July 17, 1956, passed away in her home on Oct.6, 2025, after a hard-fought illness. Andra’s family, friends, co-workers, and neighbors cherished her sincere kindness and constant compassion. Andra began her education at St. James Catholic Church Elementary School and later graduated

MARYVILLE, Mo. – Lora Lea Acklin, 65, of Maryville, Missouri, was born on May 9, 1960, in Maryville. She was raised by her parents, Lowell L. and Viola Acklin (Peery) in Graham, Missouri. She passed away at home in Maryville on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, with family at her side. Lora graduated from Nodaway Holt

Jennifer L. Collins 53, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. She was born May 31, 1972, in Fairfax, Missouri. Survivors: father, Gary “Buck” Collins; daughter, Maddison; son, Brennon; sisters, Steffani (Eric), and Pamela (Kevin); brother, Kevin (Alison); numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on

ROCKAWAY BEACH, Mo. – Hubert “Bud” Puckett, 82, Rockaway Beach, Missouri, passed away Oct. 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at his home. He was born July 16, 1943, in Bolckow, Missouri, to Ralph and Lena (Mozingo) Puckett. Bud married Sharon Pfleiderer on July 8, 1961. She survives of the home. He enjoyed fishing,

Peter Cagg 81, of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, in a St. Joseph health care center. He was born May 5, 1944, in St. Joseph, son of the late Ethel and Lawrence Cagg. He graduated from Central High School, then entered the United States Army, serving in two tours in Vietnam, he