Obituaries

By NewsPress Now Edward L. Groce III, 36, of St. Joseph, passed away Monday, May 6, 2024, in St. Joseph. He was born Sept. 16, 1987, in St. Joseph. Survived by parents, Sondra and Edward Jr.; eight children; a brother and a sister. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday,

By NewsPress Now Shirley Ann Rhoades, 83, St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2024. She was born June 3, 1940, in Auburn, Nebraska, to Hubert and Mabel (Dixon) Cacy. Shirley married James Arthur Rhoades on Sept. 29, 1958. He survives of the home. She was a devoted homemaker and helped run the family clock

By NewsPress Now Dennis “Red” Cannon, 59, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024, in an Appleton City, Missouri, health care center. He was born March 16, 1965, in St. Joseph, son of the late Patricia and Phillip Cannon. He was a roofer for Roberts Roofing for over 32 years. He enjoyed turkey

By NewsPress Now STANBERRY, Mo. – Richard Lee Jennings, 76, of Stanberry, Missouri, passed away at home on May 4, 2024, after an evening spent in the company of his family. Richard was born on Fe. 3, 1948, to Raymond and Dorothy (Swinford) Jennings, in Maryville, Missouri. He grew up as a farm boy in

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Charles E. Fritz HIAWATHA, Kan. -Charles E. Fritz, 87, of Hiawatha, Kansas, died May 6, 2024. www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.

By NewsPress Now John “Jack” Giles Brockett was born Aug. 17, 1930, and passed from this life into eternity in the early morning hours of May 6, 2024, at the age of 93. John was born to Harold and Velma Brockett, in St. Joseph. The eldest of four children, John was honed into a leader.

By NewsPress Now Kip Conrad Cooper, 55, St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2024. He was born on June 17, 1968, to Rick and Jane (Gillespie) Cooper, in Chillicothe, Missouri. He proudly served in the United States Army, and later on worked as an over the road truck driver. Kip loved music, playing guitar

By NewsPress Now COSBY, Mo. – Billie Doris Hatheway, 80, Cosby, Missouri, passed away quietly at home on Saturday, May 4, 2024. She was born Nov. 3, 1942, in Clinton County, Missouri, to Alice and Virgil (Turner) Scott. Billie married Elmer Hatheway Sr. on May 23, 1964, and he preceded her in death on June

By NewsPress Now STANBERRY, Mo. – Anna A. Henggeler, 90, of Stanberry, Missouri, passed from this life on May 3, 2024, at Pine View Manor with her family at her side. Anna was born on Jan. 10, 1934, in Stanberry. Her parents were Thomas and Nora (Zirfas) McQuinn. She married Vincent W. Henggeler on Oct.

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Donald L. Groom LEAWOOD, Kan. – Donald Lee Groom, 59, passed away May 2, 2024. Funeral 11 a.m. May 8 at Colonial Presbyterian Church, 9500 Wornall Rd. Kansas City, MO 64114, with burial following at Lebanon Cemetery, Stewartsville, Missouri, with Full Military Honors at approximately 3:30 p.m. Visitation 5 to

By NewsPress Now Joanna Jackson Shaw, 82, St. Joseph, passed away at Carriage Square on May 4, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, George C. Shaw Jr.; and brother, Edward W. Jackson, of McKinney, Texas. Survivors include her brother, Lawrence A. Jackson, San Antonio, Texas; her children, Jill Shaw, Kim Sechrest,

By NewsPress Now Anna Marie Schwarz, 74, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, May 6, 2024. Born on Sept. 21, 1949, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Woodrow and Marjorie (Tenney) Hendren. Anna is celebrated by her devoted husband, Rick, with whom she shared a harmonious life since their marriage on June 7, 1970. Her legacy is

By NewsPress Now Roger Scott Jr. 51, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024, in St. Joseph. He was born July 26, 1972, in St. Joseph, son of Ethel Rosetta Maddox and Roger Scott Sr. Roger was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Sherry Byers, Connie Rose-Scott, and Debbie Fanning; and one

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Roger Scott Jr. Roger Scott Jr., 51, of St. Joseph, passed away May 1, 2024. Arrangements are pending at the Rupp Funeral Home. As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.

By NewsPress Now Stacy Lynn Curtis, 58, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, after a battle with lung cancer and COPD. She was lovingly surrounded by family at the time of her passing. Her sister, Sammi, was at her side tending to her needs. Born on May 7, 1965, she was the youngest

By NewsPress Now Pamela Joy (Mace) Miller, 44, St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2024. She was born Oct. 28, 1979, in St. Joseph. Pamela is survived by three children and two grandchildren. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family requests contributions to Pamela’s Funeral Fund. To donate

By NewsPress Now Stacy Lynn Curtis, 58, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, after a battle with lung cancer and COPD. She was lovingly surrounded by family at the time of her passing. Her sister, Sammi, was at her side tending to her needs. Born on May 7, 1965, she was the youngest

By NewsPress Now MCALLEN, Texas -Robert N. “Bobby” Smith was born in St Joseph on Feb. 21, 1950, and passed from this life into eternity on April 26, 2024, in McAllen, Texas. He was a Master Mason, member of the Scottish Rite, a Vietnam veteran, member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, American Legion and

By NewsPress Now STANBERRY, Mo. – Doyle Dean Groom, 82, Stanberry, Missouri, passed away on April 30, 2024, at Pine View Manor. Funeral services will be held Friday, May 3, at 10 a.m. at Roberson Funeral Home, Stanberry. Burial will follow in the High Ridge Cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday, May 2, from

By NewsPress Now UNION STAR, Mo. – Ronald G. “Ronnie” Masters, 72, of Union Star, Missouri, passed away Monday, April 29, 2024. Ronnie was born on June 3, 1951, in St. Joseph, to George A. and Naomi Jean (Herren) Masters. He graduated Troy High School in 1969 and earned his associate degree from Highland Community

By NewsPress Now Roy Gene Holley, 61, St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024. He was born Oct. 15, 1962, to Jack Holley and Lois (Geiler) and Lawrence “Larry” Pifer, in Rochester, Minnesota. Roy married Royetta Gray on June 11, 1995. He worked for Proteck Audio for 30 years as a sound engineer. Roy

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Dennis Cannon Dennis “Red” Cannon 59, St. Joseph, passed away May 1, 2024. Arrangements are pending at the Rupp funeral Home Stacy Curtis Stacy Curtis, 58, of St. Joseph, passed away May 1, 2024. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, funeral service 10 a.m. Tuesday. Arrangements Rupp Funeral Home. Shirley

By NewsPress Now Jaden James Komer, 2 month old son of Aeriana Bonea and Tryston Komer of St. Joseph, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024, in St. Joseph. The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m. on Monday with a funeral service and public live stream starting at 3 p.m. Monday, May

By NewsPress Now Lois Jean Fetters, 82, St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024. She was born Sept. 30, 1941, in Cameron, Missouri, to Jewell and Ethel (Akins) Long. Lois married Lonnie F. Fetters on July 31, 1958. He preceded her in death on May 7, 2022. She was a department manager for Walmart

By NewsPress Now Wendy Marie Sparkman, 53, St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024. She was born on Feb. 28, 1971, to Harold G. and Linda C. (Walker) Lewis, in Kansas City, Kansas. She married Max Dee Sparkman on Dec. 31, 1992. They were married for 31 years. Wendy dedicated her life to being

By NewsPress Now MOUND CITY, Mo. – Linda Sue (Meyer) Neiderhouse, 83, passed away April 28, 2024, in Mound City, Missouri. Funeral services: Thursday, May 2, 2024, 11 a.m., Chamberlain Funeral Home, Oregon, Missouri. Family will greet friends one hour prior to services. Interment: Maple Grove Cemetery. Memorials: American Heart Association or the Maple Grove

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Doyle D. Groom STANBERRY, Mo. – Doyle Dean Groom, 82, Stanberry, Missouri, passed away April 30, 2024. Funeral 10 a.m. May 3 at Roberson Funeral Home, Stanberry. Burial will follow in High Ridge Cemetery, Stanberry. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. www.robersonfuneralhome.com As published in the

By NewsPress Now Patricia “Pat” A. Gilbert, 69, of St. Joseph, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024, at Anew Healthcare of Savannah. Pat was born on Aug. 28, 1954, in Fayetteville, Arkansas, to Orvis and Naomi (Willis) Keck. She graduated from Laurel High School. After serving in the United States Army, she enjoyed raising

By NewsPress Now Ruth Agnes Botts Long died April 29, 2024, at a health care facility, in St. Joseph, at age 92. Born Oct. 11, 1931, three miles north of Meadville, Missouri, she was the fourth child of Elgin M. and June (Brobst) Botts. Ruth subsequently lived in Kansas City, St. Joseph, and Liberty, Missouri,

By NewsPress Now Pamela Jean Sell, 61, of St. Joseph, passed away Monday, April 29, 2024, at her home in St. Joseph. She was born Nov. 25, 1962, in St. Joseph, daughter of the late Betty and Gary Sell. She worked as a housekeeper. She enjoyed Facebook, collecting antiques and Coca Cola memorabilia, and her