Obituaries

By NewsPress Now She was born on June 14, 1941, to Earl and Doris (Lawson) Wilfong, in Mound City, Missouri. She was united in marriage to Virgil L. Fletchall on March 10, 1962. Dortha was a proud wife and homemaker, providing a loving environment for their four children. Making memories with her family was her

By NewsPress Now Larry Don Hartell, 77, of St. Jospeh, passed away July 26, 2024. He was born Sept. 25, 1946, to Ronald and Maude Rice (Dale) Hartell, in St. Jospeh. Larry grew up in Plattsburg, Missouri, and in 1964, he graduated from Plattsburg High School. Larry attended UMKC and later attended Seminary School. Larry

By NewsPress Now Mary Katherine (Reagan) Fulton, 93, St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2024. Mary was born April 24, 1931, in St. Joseph, to Olive E. Ramsel and Tom Reagan. She graduated from Central High School with the Class of 1949. On May 21, 1950, she married Zell Wayman Fulton, of St. Joseph.

By NewsPress Now EASTON, Mo. – Crystal Irene Heinrichs, 96, of Easton, Missouri, passed away, July 29, 2024. She was born on Feb. 13, 1928, to John and Nellie Mae (Crutchlow) Gleaves near Stanberry, Missouri. Crystal graduated from Guilford High School. Crystal was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, David Eugene Heinrichs; her

By NewsPress Now SKIDMORE, Mo. – Betty Annette Williams Nelson, 84, Skidmore, Missouri, died July 26, 2024, at her home, surrounded by family. She was born April 3, 1940, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Eldon H. and Vera E. Headrick Williams. She was a 1957 graduate of Maryville, Missouri, High School. Betty earned a bachelor’s

By NewsPress Now Ronnie Lawson, 74, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, July 22, 2024. He was born on Jan. 30, 1950, in St. Joseph, to Norvel and Bertha Mae (Murril) Lawson. Ronnie worked as a dedicated custodian and a laborer in the construction industry. He was preceded in death by his parents and half-sister. Survivors

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Ruth M. Martin Ruth M. Martin, 104, St. Joseph, passed away July 25, 2024. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1 p.m. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Rodney M. Parker TROY, Kan. – Rodney M.

By NewsPress Now Late Notices JoElla Gilbert KING CITY, Mo. -JoElla Gilbert, 86, passed away July 24, 2024. Funeral 10 a.m. Aug. 5 at Turner Family Funeral Home of Maysville.Burial: Butler Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 4 at the funeral home with Rosary starting at 7:30 p.m. www.turnerfamilyfuneral.com Karen A. Lester TARKIO, Mo.

By NewsPress Now SKIDMORE, Mo. – Marian Jean (John) Everhart, 90, of Skidmore, Missouri, passed at home, on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, with family at her side. Born in Peru, Nebraska, on Aug. 19, 1933, to Albert Wendell and Alice Lucile (Strait) John. She had lived in the Skidmore area since 1955, previously in Corning,

By NewsPress Now GLENDALE, Mo. – William “Bill” A. Carpenter was Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, passing away at his home at the age of 83 on July 18, 2024. Bill was born on Jan. 21, 1941, to James and Alice Carpenter on a farm in Mendon, Missouri. He was a proud

By NewsPress Now STEWARTSVILLE, Mo. – Barbara Don Antle, age 90, was born June 7, 1934, in DeKalb County, Missouri, the daughter of Forest Ralph and Gletha Wilma (Norris) Tyer, and passed away July 22, 2024, with her family at her side. Barbara and Robert “Bob” Duane Antle were united in marriage on May 24,

By NewsPress Now TROY, Kan. – Paul A. Cluck Sr., 76, of Troy, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at his home. He was born July 29, 1947, in Troy, son of Josephine and Clarence Cluck. He married Beverly Smith on Sept. 1, 1970, in Fanning, Kansas. Paul was a collector of coins, enjoyed

By NewsPress Now LA CYGNE, Kan. – Gary Leon Boyer, 83, of La Cygne, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at Avalon Health Care Dementia Unit, in Liberty, Missouri. Gary was born Sept. 13, 1940, to Wilbert and Frances (Crouse) Boyer, St. Joseph. He graduated from Easton High School, in Easton, Missouri, in

By NewsPress Now PLATTE CITY, Mo. – John “Rocky” Lloyd Townsend, 80, Platte City, Missouri, passed away Monday, July 22, 2024. John was born on Nov.22, 1943, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was a 1962 graduate of North Andrew High School. Mr. Townsend, a Military Veteran, proudly served his country for over 20 years, and

By NewsPress Now HELENA, Mo. – Robin Joan Lower, age 55, of Helena, Missouri, passed away Monday, July 22, 2024, in Kansas City, Kansas. Robin was born Sept. 18, 1968, in Chillicothe, Missouri, daughter of Gerald and Loeta (Gardner) Hays. Robin grew up in Meadville, Missouri, where she was active in softball, basketball, Girl Scouts,

By NewsPress Now Nelda Brotherton, 79, St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, July 13, 2024. She was born Oct. 18, 1944, to Leota (Blankenship) and David Guttridge, in Independence, Missouri. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and was known for her kindness, creativity, and love for her family. Nelda was married to Richard

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Barbara D. Antle STEWARTSVILLE, Mo. – Barbara Don Antle, 90, passed away July 22, 2024. Funeral 10 a.m. July 30, 2024 at Culbertson Chapel United Methodist Church. Burial: Stewartsville Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Culbertson Chapel United Methodist Church. www.turnerfamilyfuneral.com James Gillespie James “Jim” Gillespie, 76, St.

By NewsPress Now Elaine Hughes, 86, of St. Joseph passed away July 21, 2024. She lived all of her life in St. Joseph and graduated from the Convent of the Sacred Heart and Platte College of Commerce. She was preceded in death by her parents, Patrick and Helen (Kempf) Noonan; her brother, John Noonan; and

By NewsPress Now Late Notices As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.

By NewsPress Now Doyle Welter, 68, St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024. He was born March 3, 1956, in Denver, Colorado, to David Welter Jr. and Edna (Davis) Welter. He loved his motorcycles and working on anything with wheels. He was preceded in death by his father, David Welter; siblings, John Welter and

By NewsPress Now Jeremy Honeycutt, 42, St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, 20, 2024, in Wentzville, Missouri. He was born on Oct. 26, 1981, in St. Joseph, to parents Jim and Carole Honeycutt. He was a graduate of Central High School and later graduated from Missouri Western University where he earned his bachelor’s degree in mathematics

By NewsPress Now ALBANY, Mo. – Phyllis (Betty) Nance, of Albany, Missouri, passed away Thursday, July 11, 2024, at NorthCare Hospice House, in North Kansas City, Missouri, at the age of 92. Betty was born April 28, 1932, in Stanberry, Missouri, the only child of George T. Pierce and Dorris E. (Terry) Pierce. On Nov.

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Doris M. Lingerfelt ROCK PORT, Mo. -Doris Mae (Case) Lingerfelt, 88, Rock Port, Missouri, passed away July 20, 2024. Funeral Service: 10:30 a.m. July 25, 2024, United Methodist Church, Rock Port. Open visitation 9 a.m. July 24, Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port, family visitation 6 to 7 p.m. Arrangements: Minter

By NewsPress Now SAVANNAH, Mo. – Betty Jo (Garton) Lance, 84, Savannah, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Betty Jo was born on Dec. 23, 1939, in St. Joseph, to the late Herbert and Neola (Teaford) Garton. Betty graduated from Behler Grade School and was a 1957 graduate

By NewsPress Now Roger Edwin Vanover, 78, St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born Sept. 28, 1945, in Gentry, Missouri, to Gerald “Perky” and Mary (Summa) Vanover. He was a graduate of Lafayette High School. In his younger years Roger enjoyed bowling, playing

By NewsPress Now HIAWATHA, Kan. – Max Emmett Oltjen, 93, of Hiawatha, Kansas, died July 20, 2024, at Hiawatha Hospital. Please refer to www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com for complete obituary/service details. As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.

By NewsPress Now Sean E. Farley, 69, St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024. Sean was born on Oct. 30, 1954, in San Angelo, Texas, to the late Robert R. and Honore C. (Leven) Farley. He was a 1972 graduate of Bishop LeBlond High School, and received his B.S. in Political Science from Missouri

By NewsPress Now Mary L. Pepple, 80, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, July 15, 2024, at a local healthcare facility. She was born on Jan. 15, 1944, to Walter and Dixie (Hare) Wilson, in St. Joseph. She graduated from Central High School and later attended Platt Junior Business College. She worked as a public relations

By NewsPress Now JUNCTION CITY, Kan. – Ronnie D. Davis Sr., 64, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at his home. He was born Dec. 8, 1959, in St. Joseph, son of Mary and Hugh Davis Sr. He worked at Memorial Park Cemetery as a grounds keeper. Ronnie enjoyed hunting and

By NewsPress Now JUNCTION CITY, Kan. — Ronnie D. Davis Sr., 64, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at his home. He was born Dec. 8, 1959, in St. Joseph, son of Mary and Hugh Davis Sr. He worked at Memorial Park Cemetery as a grounds keeper. Ronnie enjoyed hunting and