Obituaries

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

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.

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

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

Lonnie Richard Chilcoat “Rambo”, 77, of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, in St. Joseph. He was born Aug. 4, 1948, in St. Joseph, son of the late Virginia and Lovell “Chili” Chilcoat. He graduated from Lafayette High School and was drafted during Vietnam, where he served for two years. He went on

Faye Litvak, 96, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, Oct. 6, 2025. She was born Sept. 25, 1929, to J. Harlan and Irene A. (Wehmeyer) Fales, in Atchison, Kansas. Faye married Milton Litvak on April 15, 1987, and they shared 14 wonderful years together until his passing in 2001. She retired from a fulfilling career at

Julia Kiesselbach Mullican, 88, of St. Joseph, passed away peacefully on Sept. 30, 2025. A devoted mother, friend, and educator, Julia lived a life marked by intellect, compassion, and an unwavering dedication to others. Known for her quick wit, radiant smile, and love for lively gatherings, she touched countless lives through her teaching, mentorship, and

Roy Elkins, 92, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, Sept. 8, 2025. He was born Jan. 13, 1933, in St. Joseph, to Everett and Gladys Elkins. Roy grew up in St. Joseph, graduating from Lafayette High School in 1951. Roy attended St. Joseph Junior College, then enlisted in the U.S. Navy Reserves, where he served for

Thomas Lawrence Fletcher, a man whose strength was outmatched only by his rock-and-roll spirit, played out his famous final scene on Oct. 2, 2025. Born Feb. 19, 1954, in “Southside” St. Joseph, Tom mastered the guitar in his teens, playing in bands from school dances to road gigs. Tom married his high school sweetheart, Beth

Patricia “Pat” Mae Karr, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, in St. Joseph, at the age of 78. Pat was born on Dec. 6, 1946, in Elwood, Kansas, to the late Frances and John Morris. She graduated from Faucett, Missouri, High School in 1964. She married Danny Karr on July 9, 1965. This year

Loren Laverentz, 92, St. Joseph, passed away on Monday, Sept. 22, 2025. He was born on May 4, 1933, to William and Ellenora Laverentz. He graduated from Kansas State University in 1955. He is survived by his brother, Larry Laverentz; sister, Carol Haddad; and children, Kim Laverentz, Susan Tierney, David Laverentz, Mark Laverentz and Ryan

Rodger Dale Kerns Jr., 55, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. He was born Dec. 6, 1969, in St. Joseph, son of Brenda and Rodger Kerns Sr. He worked at Wire Rope as a Machine operator. Rodger enjoyed gardening and nature. He was preceded in death by his father, Rodger D. Kerns

Rodney Boudonck, 58, St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. He was born Feb. 14, 1967, to Edward and Shirley (Tilton) Boudonck in Tokyo, Japan. Rodney was a car and music enthusiast, especially hard rock and old country. Survivors include his son, Joshua McCabe. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &