Obituaries

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – Raymond “Ray” Parker, age 85, passed away peacefully on Dec. 2, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas. Born on April 12, 1940, in Helena, Missouri, Ray lived a full and meaningful life marked by dedication to family, hard work, and a passion for the things he loved. Ray graduated from Benton High

With love, gratitude, and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Katheryn “Diane” Griswold Dunavant, who was called home to be with our Lord on Dec. 2, 2025. Born on Feb. 12, 1943, Diane brought kindness, beauty, and grace into every space she entered. Her warm spirit was evident early in life, she was voted

John Grant Pulley, 67 of Savannah, Missouri passed away Wednesday Dec. 3, 2025 in St. Joseph. He was born June 4, 1958 to John Louis “Jack” and Gerturde Lee (Attebery) Pulley. He married Rebecca “Becky” Alice Dick on July 7, 1999 in Savannah, and she survives of the home. John lived in Savannah for most

EVEREST, Kan. – Macrina “Mickey” Marie Schecher, 94, of Everest, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Dec. 2, 2025, at North Kansas City Hospice, Kansas City, Missouri, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, warmth, and boundless energy that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. Mickey’s celebration of life will include a Rosary at 5:30pm with

Floyd ”Sonny” Vansickle, died Dec. 4, 2025. Born in St. Joseph, on Feb. 26, 1944, to parents Floyd H. Vansickle and Mattie L. (Goslin). They preceded him in death as well as sister, Dorthy Vansickle; niece, Cindy Seuell; nephew, Tim Seuell; and brother-in-law, Pat Seuell. Survived by wife and best friend, Jill (Wiley); daughter, Jaimie

David L. Conkling Jr. COLORADO SPRINGS, Co. – David Lee Conkling Jr., 31, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away Monday, Nov. 24, 2025, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Memorial services 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, at the Rupp Funeral Home. Online full condolence, obituary and public live stream at www.ruppfuneral.com. As published in the St.

With love, gratitude, and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Katheryn “Diane” Griswold Dunavant, who was called home to be with our Lord on Dec. 2, 2025. Born on Feb. 12, 1943, Diane brought kindness, beauty, and grace into every space she entered. Her warm spirit was evident early in life, she was voted

Lloyd Lynn Evans passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025, at the age of 76. Lloyd was born Aug. 6, 1949, to Leroy and Ethel (Lowrey) Evans in Dawn, Missouri. He was a graduate of Southwest High School located in Dawn. He worked numerous jobs in his youth

Donnie Ray Ellis Sr., aged 82, of St. Joseph, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025. Born on Jan.13, 1943, in Marana, Arizona, he was the beloved son of the late Wilma and Donald Ellis. Donnie attended Lafayette High School and proudly served his country by joining the United States Air

Brenda L Moore-Estes, 81, St. Joseph, passed Nov. 20, 2025 at her residence surrounded by family. Home Going celebration Saturday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m. Holsey Chapel ICM, Visitation 10 a.m. at the church, interment Mount Olive Cemetery . Complete obituary at bullockffc.com. Services are under the direction of Bullock Family Funeral Chapel. As published in

Gary Wilbert Smith 72, St. Joseph, died Monday, Dec. 1, 2025. Born Dec. 31, 1952, Batesville, Arkansas. Preceded in death by mother, Vera Rose Smith; father, Wilbert “WN” Nathanial Smith; son, Garrett Smith. Survivors include wife, Gemma Smith; children, Brooke (Randy) Sutterfield and Taylor Smith; step-children, Jeremy (Vanessa) Jagow and Laura (Zach) Jagow-Helton; granddaughters, Brittney

Cheryl Portman was welcomed into the arms of her Savior on Nov. 28, 2025, nearly two years after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Born July 14, 1958, to CW Gillett and Elsie (Slifer) Gillett, Cheryl graduated from Lafayette in 1976 and earned a Bachelor’s from MWSU and MBA from William Woods. She was married to

AMITY, Mo. – Lawrence “Larry” Freeman Swope passed away Nov. 26, 2025, after struggling for several years with a failing heart. Larry was born the eldest of five children on Oct. 9, 1938, to William J. and Leola (Freeman) Swope. Larry grew up on a small acreage just outside of St. Joseph and attended Cathedral

Owen Estel “Jay” Adams, Jr., 86, St. Joseph, passed away surrounded by family on Nov. 25, 2025, in St. Joseph. Jay was born on May 10, 1939, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Owen and Ocie (Dickinson) Adams. He graduated from the Penney High School, in Hamilton, Missouri, in 1957. Jay worked as a printer for

OLATHE, Kan. – Barbara Lee Ashworth, 100, Olathe, Kansas, passed away Friday, Nov. 28, 2025. She was born July 2, 1925, to Frank L. and Erma L. (Deibler) Clark, in Manhattan, Kansas. Barbara married George Maurice Ashworth on Dec. 8, 1943, and were married for 47 years before his passing in 1991. Initially forging her

Richard D. Jones FAIRFAX, Mo. – Richard Duane Jones, 76, Fairfax, Missouri, died Nov. 26, 2025, following a lengthy illness due to Agent Orange. Funeral services will be held at 2:15 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, at the Fairfax Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from noon to 2 p.m. prior to the service.

Eugene M. Kline CANYON LAKE, Texas – Eugene M. Kline of Canyon Lake, Texas, passed away Nov. 17, 2025, at age of 72. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert A. Kline Sr., and mother Catherine A. Wertin. He is survived by his wife, three children, three sisters and brother. Funeral arrangements by

FAUCETT, Mo. – Flora Virginia Lockhart, 82, of Faucett, Missouri, died Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025, in Faucett. Born Sept. 30, 1943, in Leavenworth, Kansas. Survivors include husband, Mark Lockhart; two sons, David and Mark T. (Barbara C.) Lockhart; a sister; a brother; five grandchildren; 10 great- grandchildren. Mrs. Lockhart will be cremated under the care

Joanne Euler, 88, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, Nov. 24, 2025. She married William “Bill” Ralph Euler Jr. on Dec. 29, 1984. Additional survivors include her children, Thomas Youngdahl (Diana), Janet Youngdahl (Rod Longstreet) and Andrea Youngdahl. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, Ashland United Methodist Church. The family will gather

Nancy Gillespie St. Joseph, Tarkio and Albany, Missouri, resident, Nancy VanHoozer Gillespie, age 78, passed away Nov. 26, 2025. She was the daughter of Max and Vera June (Kidwell) VanHoozer and grew up in Tarkio, Missouri, and graduated in the 1965 class of TarkioHigh School. She had one brother, Gary, and one sister, Carol (Russ)

SHERIDAN, Mo. – Jackie Dean Hawk was born Aug. 18, 1936, to Lazarus and Hazel (Hennegin) Hawk at their home in rural Sheridan, Missouri. He passed away Nov. 22, 2025, at the age of 89 surrounded by his family. Jack graduated from Sheridan High School in 1954. In high school he enjoyed participating in softball,

Marie Johnson, 94, St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025. Marie married the love of her life, Jesse “Butch” Johnson, on,July 30, 1949. Later in life, she was blessed to meet Francis Wampler. Not many people ever find love once, but she was lucky to have found it twice. Marie enjoyed spending time with

Louis E. Schaefer passed away Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, at the age of 74. Louis was born in St. Joseph. He attended Immaculate Conception and Co-Cathedral grade schools, Central High School and Missouri Western State College. He married Melody (Berry) Oct. 28, 1972. They resided in Helena, Missouri on N. 169 Hwy. for 34 years.

UNION STAR, Mo. – David Lee Dickerson, 23 months old, Union Star, Missouri, passed away the morning of Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025. He was born Dec. 9, 2023, in Maryville, Missouri, to Austin Lee Dickerson and Melanie Lynn Ware. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Gary Ware. Survivors include his parents, Austin Dickerson

Patricia Elder 82, of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Mound City, Missouri. She was born Sept. 15, 1943, in Kansas City, Kansas. Violet was preceded in death by husband, Steve Elder; parents, Lillian and Emil Paxton; son, Stephen Gregory Elder. Survivors include son, Bruce Elder; daughters, Marsha (Clayton) Branch and Megan

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Janet Kay (Waller) Brown was born in St. Joseph on Nov. 15, 1936, the daughter of Forrest and Eloise (Kelley) Waller. She passed away on Nov. 22, 2025, Janet was raised on a farm south of St. Joseph, graduated from Faucett High School, St. Joseph Junior College, Northwest Missouri State University, and

Joyce Ringel KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Joyce Ringel passed away peacefully on Nov. 22, 2025. Joyce grew up on 11th street in St. Joseph and was a proud graduate of the Convent of the Sacred Heart – Class of 1959. Her fondest memories include dancing with her sweetheart, Bob, at the sock hops. Married to

ROSENDALE, Mo. – Nadine Ferguson Taylor, of rural Rosendale, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, at the age of 79. Nadine was born on July 30, 1946, to the late Virgil and Avis (Schopfer) Ferguson in Yakama, Washington. On May 20, 1972, Nadine married Ronald Edwin Taylor who, survives of the home. Nadine

Carol Rose Alder, 94, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, at a Savannah, Missouri, care facility. She was born Nov. 9, 1931, in St. Joseph, daughter of Floy and Clarence Risler. She graduated from Lafayette High School. She was a housekeeping manager working for Drury Inn for many years. She enjoyed crocheting

Charles Leonard Carriger, 84, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, Nov. 17, 2025. He was born March 15, 1941, in St. Joseph. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, Word of Life Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28, Meierhoffer Funeral Home