Obituaries

Carol Rose Alder, 94, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, at a Savannah, Missouri, care facility. She was born Nov. 9, 1931, in St. Joseph, daughter of Floy and Clarence Risler. She graduated from Lafayette High School. She was a housekeeping manager working for Drury Inn for many years. She enjoyed crocheting

Charles Leonard Carriger, 84, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, Nov. 17, 2025. He was born March 15, 1941, in St. Joseph. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, Word of Life Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28, Meierhoffer Funeral Home

Sandy Jacobs Sandy (McDowell) Jacobs, 83, of St. Joseph, passed away on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025. Sandy met her husband, Clarence “Bob” Jefferson Jacobs (d. 10/10/2024 at the age of 86), when they were ages 14 and 18 respectively, while Bob was in the Air Force and Sandy was a freshman at Lafayette High School.

Curtis E. Malotte, 82, of St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025. He was born Oct. 18, 1943, in St. Joseph, graduated from Benton high school and worked as an insurance claim adjuster. Curtis is survived by wife, Linda, of the home, daughter; Rhonda Embrey; and son, Rodney Malotte; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and two

NORTH FORT MYERS, Fla. – Janice Uncapher-Corless (Pinzino) passed away on Nov. 19, 2025, leaving behind a life marked by family, adventure, and a deep sense of Italian pride in her family’s roots. Born Oct. 1, 1945, in St. Joseph, she was the daughter of Octavio “Otto” and Marilyn Pinzino (Rohrs). She grew up in

Doris VanGundy Richardson, 90, St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025. Survivors include her daughters, Cyndra (Mike) Lorey formerly, of St. Joseph, Debra (Jack) Smith, of Theodosia, Missouri, Annette (Dave) Swett, of St. Joseph; her son, Randy (Teresa) VanGundy, of St. Joseph; 13 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. Farewell Services and Public Livestream

CLARKSDALE, Mo. – Arley Mae Cordonier, 97, Clarksdale, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. She was born Nov. 7, 1928 to Arley and Clara Mae (Violett) Townsend, in St. Joseph. Arley married the love of her life, Guy Cordonier, and the two were united in marriage on Sept. 26, 1952, sharing a beautiful journey

Timothy Reed Fields, 72, St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. He was born Aug. 22, 1953 to Dr. Howard Reed and Mary Jane (Holub) Fields in St. Joseph. Timothy married his college sweetheart, Reva Jean Magner, on Aug. 29, 1981, After graduating from Savannah High School in 1971, he continued his education at

Beverly A. Giesenhagen LIBERTY, Mo. – Beverly Ann Giesenhagen (Green), 89, of Liberty, Missouri, was born in Elkhorn, Iowa, and grew up in Grand Island, Nebraska, went home to be with the Lord on Nov. 15, 2025. Beverly’s life was marked by devotion to family and faithful service to Jesus Christ. In her early years,

Larry O. Glidewell, 86, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. He was born May 14, 1939, to Glen and Betha Glidewell, in St. Joseph. He was a graduate of Lafayette High School, St. Joseph Junior College and NWMSC of Maryville, Missouri. He also did his graduate work at Central Michigan University. His first job

SAVANNAH, Mo. – Joyce Ann Howard, 91, of Savannah, Missouri, passed away Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, at a local health care facility. She was born Oct. 19, 1934, in St. Joseph, daughter of Mary (Vaughn) and James McMillian. She graduated from Central High School. On June 7, 1953, she married Fred Howard. Joyce retired from

STEWARTSVILLE, Mo. – Robert “Bob” Duane Antle, age 92, was born Aug. 31, 1933, in King City, Missouri, the son of Leavern and Eva Caroline (Taylor) Antle and passed away on Nov. 16, 2025. Bob faithfully served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict. After returning home, he married the love

OREGON, Mo. – Mary Lou Betts, 85, Oregon, Missouri, passed away Monday, Nov. 17, 2025, at Oregon Health Care surrounded by her family. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Mount Auburn Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service. The

Jesus Christ fulfilled His promise to Betty Kingsley on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, when He welcomed her into her eternal home. She was born Oct. 29, 1930, in New Boston, Ohio, beloved daughter of the late Bertha and Warnie Blanton. After accepting Jesus Christ’s love and grace in 1980, Betty became an “everyday evangelist” sharing

Elizabeth “Beth” Ann Cota Kosse, aged 61, of St. Joseph, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025. She was born on May 8, 1964, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the beloved daughter of the late Elizabeth “Betty” and Richard “Dick” Cota. Beth was a proud graduate of O’Gorman Catholic High School

SABETHA, Kan. – Wm. “Todd” Smithson, 62, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, at Lake Side Terrace, in Sabetha, Kansas. Todd was born on March 22, 1963, in St. Joseph, to Marilyn Hook Singleton and Raymond William Smithson. Todd graduated Helen Davis School and was baptized at the McCarthy Baptist Church

Carroll Eugene Cathey was born May 2, 1940, to John Prince Cathey and Margaret Ruth (Winscott) Cathey, and transitioned to his heavenly reward on Nov. 15, 2025. He married Pat Jorgensen and together they enjoyed traveling, live theatre and spending time with family. Carroll had the good fortune to visit over 60 countries and fivecontinents.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Tashiyana ChaVaughn Felder, 34, Kansas City, Missouri, passed away Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, at the University of Kansas Medical Center. She was born Aug. 19, 1991, in St. Joseph, to Jemal D.Felder Sr. and Phelisha Ann Marie Hayes. Tashiyana was baptized at Davis Temple Pentecostal Church in Plattsburg, Missouri. She was

MARYVILLE, Mo. – Charlene H. McIntosh, 76, of Maryville, Missouri, died Nov. 15, 2025, at the Maryville Living Center, in Maryville. Charlene was born on Aug. 19, 1949, in Cameron, Missouri, to Charles H. and Darlene (Winslow) McIntosh. They preceded her in death. She grew up in Hamilton, Missouri, graduating from Penney High School with

Everett Allen Meade, 80, of St. Joseph, passed away Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, in St. Joseph. He was born July 6, 1945, in Pattonsburg, Missouri, son of the late, Vera and Kenneth Meade. He graduated from Benton High School in 1963. He served in the Army and is a veteran of the Vietnam War. He

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Frederick Mac Ogi, 80, passed away peacefully following a brief illness on Nov. 2, 2025. at North Kansas City Hospice. Mac was born Jan. 6, 1945, in King City, Gentry County, Missouri, to Frederick Wilhelm Ogi and Eula Marie Shaw Kopf Ogi. He graduated from Central High School in 1963 and

Beverly Hellerich Beverly Hellerich, 94, of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. Preceding Beverly in death were her parents; husband, John H. Hellerich of 54 years; and sister, Gloria June Cowart. Beverly is survived by her four sons: John (Janice), Erich (Susan), Dane (Lauren) and Kyle. In addition to her sons, she is

Frances Maxine Hilt, 81, of St Joseph, passed away Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, at a local health care facility. She was born Sept. 25, 1944, in St. Joseph, daughter of Charlotte and Roy Helton. On April 25, 1964, she married Robert “Bob” Hilt. Frances worked at Sherwood Medical and spent many years as a homemaker.

Clara Nadine Karrasch, known affectionately as Nadine, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Nov. 12, 2025, at the age of 88. Her life was defined by faith, family, and a deep commitment to those she loved. Born on Jan. 23, 1937, Nadine was the loving wife of the late William “Bill” Arthur Karrasch. Together,

LaDica Charlene Perks, 82, of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, at a local health care facility. She was born June 3, 1943, in Sparks, Kansas, daughter of Gertrude and Charles Stowell. On Sept. 12, 1959, she married John Perks, in St. Joseph. Charlene retired from the Elwood Schools (Riverside) as a cook.

LEBANON, Mo. – On April 2, 1939, Lester Raymond and Esta Fern (Thrasher) Fletchall of Worth, Missouri, welcomed a son, Melbourne Lee. He was soon joined by a younger sister, Norma Kay. He passed away Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, in Lebanon North Nursing and Rehab, in Lebanon, Missouri. Growing up, Melbourne attended a one-room schoolhouse

Helen Rue Polaski, 99, St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family willgather with friends 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and fullobituary at www.meierhoffer.com. As published in the

Lloyd Eugene Hargrave, age 96, a resident of St. Joseph and former resident of Breckenridge, Missouri, passed away on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, at his residence. Our family said goodbye to a legend that day. Lloyd was born the son of Fred and Nina (Williamson) Hargrave on April 18, 1929, in Breckenridge. He was a

STEWARTSVILLE, Mo. – James “Jimmy” Arthur Bauer, age 91, was born on Aug. 2, 1934, in Stewartsville, Missouri, the son of Arthur William and Nellie Mae (Cook) Bauer. He passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Nov. 9, 2025. Jimmy married Juletta Fisher on June 26, 1954, in Easton, Missouri, and together

Cathy Jo Jones 61, St. Joseph, died Sunday Nov. 9, 2025 in St. Joseph. Born June 13, 1964, St. Joseph, Survivors include mother, Sharon Jones; son, Jerame Jones; sisters, Terri Jones (Tony Young), and Connie (Ross) McClain. Cremation by the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorial service 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025 at the Woodson Chapel