Obituaries

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 Janice Lynn Hinkle, 70, St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2024. She was born July 5, 1953, in St. Joseph, to Moraice and Helen (Brown) DeVore. Janice married Charles “Bus” Hinkle on Oct. 27, 1979. He survives of the home. Janice loved going to Las Vegas and visiting her sister in

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Kenny Marriott Kenny Marriott 79, of St. Joseph, passed away June 12, 2024. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral and public live stream 10 a.m. June 19 at the Rupp Funeral Home. www.ruppfuneral.com. J. Mac Rightsell TARKIO, Mo. – John “Mac” Rightsell, 81,

By NewsPress Now Sharon A. Ritter, 77, St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2024. She was born June 5, 1947, to Marilyn McDowell and Joseph Rubel, in St. Joseph. Sharon was a die-hard Kansas City Chiefs fan, she never missed a game, always cheering on her team with passion and pride. She was dedicated

By NewsPress Now Janet Ann Nold, 90, of St. Joseph, passed away June 12, 2024. Janet was born Oct. 21, 1933, in Bendena, Kansas. She married Leslie John “LJ” Nold on Nov. 8, 1953, in St. Joseph, at the English Lutheran Church, and he survives. Also surviving are son, Nelson Nold (Kathie); daughter, Jennifer Jackson

By NewsPress Now Michael K. Simpson, 72, St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2024. He was born Feb. 22, 1952, in St. Joseph, to Ralph and Virginia (Flannery) Simpson. He grew up in Home City, Kansas, then the family moved back to St. Joseph when Michael started junior high. Michael was a 1970 graduate

By NewsPress Now John Andrew Jones, 78, of St. Joseph, formerly of Adelanto, California, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024, in a St. Joseph health care center. He was born June 6, 1946, in Honolulu, Hawaii, son of Elizabeth and Andrew Jones. He worked in the computer industry, and served in the United States Army.

By NewsPress Now Jacob “Jake” Lyle Bokay, 36, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at his home in St. Joseph. He was born May 20, 1988, in St. Joseph, son of Mary and Terrance Bokay. He graduated from Central High School. He enjoyed watching the Kansas City Chiefs, playing football, hanging out

By NewsPress Now Tammy Fletchall, 61, of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at her home. Funeral Services will be 2 p.m. Friday, June 14, 2024, at Rupp Funeral Home where visitation will be from noon to 2 p.m. on Friday. Interment following at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in St. Joseph. Memorials are requested

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Evelyn M. Crawford Evelyn M. Crawford, 61, of St. Joseph, died June 12, 2024. Private family graveside services will be held. www.heatonbowmansmith.com Dale E. Strobel HIAWATHA, Kan. -Dale E. Strobel, 97, Hiawatha, died June 12, 2024. www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.

By NewsPress Now WATHENA, Kan. – John Phillip Silvy, 73, Wathena, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2024. He was born Oct. 21, 1950, in Caldwell, Idaho, to Dorrel and Louise (Staudinger) Silvy. John was a graduate of Wathena High School, class of 1969. John served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps during the

By NewsPress Now BOLCKOW, Mo. – Ruth Ann (Townsend) Zion, 78, Bolckow, Missouri, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Ruth was born on May 9, 1946, in St. Joseph, to the late William and Mary (Kirby) Townsend. She was a graduate of Savannah, Missouri, High School Ruth

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Tammy L. Fletchall Tammy Lynn Fletchall, 61, of St. Joseph, passed away June 11, 2024. Funeral 2 p.m. June 14 at the Rupp Funeral Home where the family will receive friends from noon to 2 p.m. on Friday. Pastor Paul Cockran officating. The Interment will be at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery

By NewsPress Now Jennifer B. (Haynes) Fletchall, 75, of St. Joseph, passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024. She was a 1966 graduate of Savannah, Missouri, High School and retired from the IRS after 17 years of service. Jennifer was a member of Hillcrest Bible Church, a loving mother and grandmother, and had a special

By NewsPress Now Bessie Lucille Frisbie, 99, of St. Joseph, peacefully passed away Monday, June 10, 2024, at Oakridge of Plattsburg, in Plattburg, Missouri. Bessie was born March 31, 1925, in Smithville, Missouri, to Emma and William Stubbs. She graduated from Benton High School and married George Frisbie on June 26, 1943. She was a

By NewsPress Now Edward “Ed” Morehouse, 85, St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2024. He was born on Oct. 24, 1938, to Lewis and Lila (Farquhar) Morehouse, in Shambaugh, Iowa (Page County). At the age of three he moved with his family east of Hopkins, Missouri, to a farm where he grew to manhood.

By NewsPress Now Beverly “Bev” Sue Bowyer, 76, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2024, at Benedictine Living Community, in St. Joseph. Beverly enjoyed crafting coasters, attending church, being involved with JAM (after school camp for children), along with other church activities, her passion for family and friends, and supporting those in need. She spent

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Beverly Bowyer EFFINGHAM, Kan. – Beverly Bowyer, 76, Effingham, Kansas, passed away June 10, 2024. Arrangements are pending at the Rupp Funeral Home. Tammy Fletchall Tammy Fletchall, 61, St. Joseph, passed away June 11, 2024. Arrangements are pending at the Rupp Funeral Home. George T. Fogg MOUND CITY, Mo. -George

By NewsPress Now Darrel Sun Brown, 38, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024, in St. Joseph. He was born Feb. 21, 1986, in St. Joseph, son of Un Suk and Darrel Brown. He graduated from Benton High School and worked at Garbology trash service. Darrel served in the United States Air Force

By NewsPress Now Katherine Frances Harbison went to be with our Heavenly Father on June 5, 2024. Katherine was born on Sept. 10, 1939. She was the first born daughter of Charles Edward Stevens and Agnes Katherine Ellsworth. She was the oldest of eight siblings. Katherine graduated from Lafayette high school in 1959 and married

By NewsPress Now Virginia “Ginny” Mae (Hise) Stephenson, 93, former Albany, Missouri, resident, passed away June 2, 2024. Funeral Service: 10 a.m. Friday, June 14, at the First Baptist Church, Albany. Burial in the New Friendship Cemetery, Gentry, Missouri. The family will receive friends 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the church. Memorial Contributions: Elementary

By NewsPress Now Kenneth Lance Hart, 35, of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024, in St. Joseph. He was born Jan. 24, 1989, in St. Joseph, son of Tracy Bryant and Dale Hart. He graduated from Lafayette High School and worked in maintenance at Clarios. He loved riding motorcycles and was a member

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Darrel S. Brown Darrel Sun Brown, 38, of St Joseph, passed away June 9, 2024. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 14. Funeral 10 a.m. Saturday, June 15, at Rupp Funeral Home. Interment at Ashland Cemetery. www.ruppfuneral.com Rev. Ivan E. Courtney Sr. Rev. Ivan Eugene Courtney Sr., 86, of

By NewsPress Now Thomas “Tom” A. Rehm, 91, St. Joseph, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Tom was born on Aug. 1, 1932, in St. Joseph, to the late Adam “Tony” and Catherine (Salanky) Rehm. He was a lifelong St. Joseph resident and a 1950 graduate of Christian Brothers

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Janell D. McQuinn TARKIO, Mo. – Janell D. McQuinn, 87, Tarkio, passed away June 7, 2024. Funeral 10 a.m. June 11, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio. Open visitation begins 10 a.m. June 10, Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio. There is no scheduled family visitation. Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio. www.minterfuneralchapels.com As published

By NewsPress Now TROY, Kan. – Patricia Jean (Dutton) Triplett, 92, of Troy, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2024. Pat was born June 18, 1931, in Chicago, Illinois, to Dorothy (Anderson) Dutton-Delaney and Earl Dutton. She married William (Bill) Triplett in 1948. They lived in Troy all their married years. Pat graduated from