Obituaries

AUBURN, Wash. – Peggy Crockett (Calvert) lost her life to cancer on May 17, 2025. She was preceeded in death by three brothers, Jimmy, Bobby and Paul “Pootie” Calvert. She is survived by her husband of 11 years, Andre Noble, of Washington; sisters, Rhonda Simpson (Vernon) and Judy Kennedy, of Kansas City, Kansas; a son,

HAMILTON, Mo. – Harold Richard Henry, 90, Hamilton, Missouri, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Harold was born on April 13, 1935, in Polo, Missouri, to Harold Clyde (Buster) Henry and Dorothy Ann McFall Henry. Harold lived a life marked by kindness to strangers, dedication to his farm, and ability

Nancy Sue Martin, 71, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025, in a St. Joseph hospital. She was born Sept. 10, 1953, in Springfield, Illinois, daughter of the late Ermalea and Warren Drake. She attended Webster Elementary and Lafayette High School. She worked at the Marriott Hotel at the KCI Airport as a

WATHENA, Kan. – Laralee Miller, 79, of Wathena, Kansas, passed away Monday, June 9, 2025, at her home. Laralee was born on Nov. 9, 1945, in California, to Oliver Earnest “Pat” and Freda (Kerns) Neeland. She was a member of the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Wathena. Laralee was Wathena City Clerk for over 10 years

Wanda Louise Zimmerman (Dredge) Fisher, 87, of St. Joseph, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025, at the home she cherished, surrounded by her loving family. Wanda was warm, funny, and engaging – the kind of woman who never let you leave her home hungry, always had time for a story, and somehow made

MARYVILLE, Mo. – L. D. Young, 88, of Maryville, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the Maryville Living Center. Logan Douglas Young III was born on July 25, 1936, in Quitman, Missouri, to Byron and Mary Louise (Lowe) Young. He was a 1954 graduate Quitman High School and graduated from Northwest Missouri

Steven A. Huber, 70, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, June 9, 2025. He was born June 10, 1954, to the late Robert Huber and Eula (Ellis) Erickson, in St. Joseph. He served in the United States Air National Guard. In his professional life, he dedicated over 30 years at Trans Audit as a freight auditor.

Judith Ann Tifrea, 82, was born July 2, 1942, to William and Mae (Flanagan) Simpson in Flags Springs, Missouri. She passed away June 5, 2025. Judy was formerly from Peru, Illinois. Judy was a 1960 graduate of Union Star High School and won the Betty Crocker award her senior year. She retired from Furnace Electric

Carol Jean Dymond, 83, of St. Joseph, passed away peacefully Friday, June 6, 2025, at her home. She was born Nov. 15, 1941, in St. Joseph, daughter of Peggy and Chester Hayes. Carol graduated from Lafayette High School and later married Stanley “Jack” Dymond. She loved country music. Her and her late husband, Jack, enjoyed

Donna Hamlin, 89, Sun City, Arizona, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, May 24, 2025. She was born Oct. 21, 1935, in Marietta, Ohio, to Walter and Emma (Savage) Young. Donna married James “Jim” Max Hamlin on March 8, 1986. He preceded her in death on Jan. 11, 2011. Donna and Jim were very

Valeda May Peters, 84, of St. Joseph, went to be with Jesus on Saturday, June 7, 2025, in a St. Joseph health care center. She was born June 14, 1940, in Sparks, Kansas, daughter of Ruby and Harvey Ruark. She graduated from DeKalb, Missouri, High School and worked as a secretary for several businesses. She

CAMERON, Mo. – Dr. David Steiniche passed away on June 4, 2025. He was born on Jan. 4, 1940, in Morris, Illinois, the son of Dr. Aage and Barbara Steiniche. David grew up in Dwight, Illinois, where he attended Dwight High School. David graduated from Grinnell College in 1963, and later obtained a master’s degree

SAVANNAH, Mo. – Gloria Gale Waller, 67, of Savannah, Missouri, passed away surrounded by her children on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at a Savannah health care facility. She was born Dec. 6, 1957, in St. Joseph, daughter of Viola and Earl Griffin. Gloria attended Lafayette High School. She enjoyed as a child, working alongside her

Linda Lee Harbord White, 69, passed away May 30, 2025, after a lengthy illness in St. Joseph. Born Sept. 17, 1955, in St. Joseph, to Edward Benton Harbord Sr. and Clella Mae (Shay) Harbord. Linda was raised in Elwood, Kansas, where she was a proud Elwood Panther. Later she would become a Certified Nurses Assistant,

Bonnie Louise (Templin) Hartigan, 95, of St Joseph, peacefully passed away at her home surrounded by her children, June 7, 2025. She was born to Leslie F. and Ada G. (White) Templin, Jan. 16, 1930, in Carthage, Missouri. Bonnie was a graduate of Central High School, class of 1947, and attended St. Joseph Junior College.

Earl Edward “Buddie” Buhman, of St. Joseph, passed away June 9, 2025, at Cameron Veteran’s Home, surrounded by his family. He was born April 6, 1930, in DeKalb County, son of Oscar and Emma (Fisher) Buhman. He graduated in 1948 from Clarksdale High School. He proudly served in the Marines during the Korean War and

Beverly Jean Crockett, 75, of St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025, in St. Joseph. She was born Aug. 24, 1949, daughter of the late Edith and Raymond Crockett. Beverly was preceded in death by her parents, and nine brothers. Survivors, son, Doug Crockett and sister, Louise Sutton. Beverly will be cremated under the

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Sybil A. Adler, 77, Scottsdale, Arizona, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025. She was born July 3, 1947, to Hersh and Estelle Cohen in Hickory, North Carolina. She graduated from Sophie Newcomb College, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Formerly a resident of St. Joseph for 26 years, where she worked with her family

ASHLAND, Neb. – Frank N. Ford, 82, of Ashland, Nebraska, passed away peacefully at home on June 2, 2025, surrounded by family. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he shared 47 loving years with his wife Kellie. Frank worked as a Tool and Die Maker and was active in his community and church. He will

Steven Allen Hopper, a cherished soul whose gentleness and kindness knew no bounds, passed away on May 26, 2025, at the age of 65. He was born on Dec. 16, 1959, to the late Herschel Allen and Marion Josephine (Benrud) Hopper, in St. Joseph. His dedication to the people of Choices reflected his unwavering resolve

Jodi (Pitluck) Kanatzar, 53, St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025. She was born July 9, 1971, in St. Joseph, to Jon and Janice (Harris) Pitluck. She was a 1989 graduate of Central High School and attended Stephens College. Jodi married Steve Kanatzar on May 14, 2005. He survives of the home. She was

Michael M. Sipes, age 76, passed peacefully early Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at his temporary home, Benedictine Living Community. Michael spent much of his life in St. Joseph. Michael was born Oct. 10, 1948, to Marcus Mason Sipes (d-1982) and Helen Virginia Harrison-Sipes (d-2001) who have preceded him in death. Michael was raised in Monett,

Travis Dillon Best, 40, of St. Joseph, passed away Monday, June 2, 2025, in a St. Joseph hospital after a brief illness. He was born Feb. 9, 1985, in Kingsville, Texas, son of Debra Turner Best and Alan Best. He proudly graduated from Benton High School. He was an avid collector of coins, stamps and

Robert Eugene Pecora, 76, St. Joseph, passed away on June 1, 2025. He was born on Dec. 5, 1948, to Angelo and Anne (Brown) Pecora, in his hometown, St. Joseph. Robert had a deep love for music, which was both a comfort and a companion throughout his life. The rhythms and melodies were the soundtrack

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Richard “Dick” Whittington, 77, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away Saturday, May 31, 2025, in Springfield. He was born June 12, 1947, in Giessen, Germany, son of late Ingeborg and Clyde Whittington Jr. He graduated from Benton High School class of 1965 where he was very active in sports, then attended Food Technology

Jerry Allen Ritter, 51, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025, in St. Joseph. He was born May 21, 1974, in St. Joseph. Survivors, son, Richard Watkins; companion, Stephanie Watkins; siblings: Juanita, Freddy Jr., Kathy, Ronnie, and Brian; and grandson, Dayton. Memorials to the Jerry Ritter memorial fund in care of the Rupp

Larry Michael McVicker, 74, St. Joseph, passed Friday, May 23, 2025, into the hands of God. Born in St. Joseph on Nov. 17, 1950, he was the son of the late Raymond and Wanda McVicker. Larry attended Humboldt Elementary School and Lafayette High School, where he participated in wrestling. Later he served in the Army.

DUNCAN LAKES, Neb. – Born to Paul and Merle (David) Crane on June 6, 1939. He passed away on Feb. 5, 2025. David grew up in New Hampton, Missouri. He married Mary Louise McGlothlin in 1960. They settled in Omaha, Nebraska, until he retired in 2004 and moved to Duncan Lakes, Nebraska. They celebrated their

JEFFERSON, Iowa – Richard “Dick” L. Scanlan, 83, of Jefferson, Iowa, was born in Two Harbors, Minnesota, on June 29, 1941, to John and Myrtle (Falk) Scanlan. Richard passed away on June 1, 2025. Richard graduated from Lafayette High School in 1959. Richard worked at the Pearl Brewing company for many years and went on

Herbert C. Wandfluh Jr., 91, St. Joseph, passed away Monday June 2, 2025. He was born May 21, 1934, in St. Joseph, to Herbert and Wilma (Eisminger) Wandfluh. After graduating from high school, Herbert joined the military and proudly served his country in the Air Guard. Herbert married Sondra Jeanne O’Dell on Sept. 26, 1954.