Obituaries

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 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 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 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

By NewsPress Now CAPLJINA, Bosnia and Herzegovina – Fr. Angelo Petar Bartulica, aged 50, passed away on July 13, 2024, in Capljina, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Born on June 29, 1974, in St. Joseph, he was known for his friendly and fun-loving nature, coupled with a deep missionary spirit that guided his life and work. Fr.

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Shawn Adams CAMERON, Mo. -Shawn Adams, 56, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away July 18, 2024 Arrangements are pending at Rupp Funeral Home. Bruce D. Fane Bruce Douglas Fane, 80, of St. Joseph, passed away July 17, 2024. Memorial Service with Full Military Honors at Wyatt Park Baptist Church 3

By NewsPress Now WINFIELD, Mo. – Marsha L. Brown of Winfield, Missouri, born March 19, 1965, died on July 12, 2024. She leaves behind her husband, Robert E. Allen; her wonderful family; her very dear chosen family; and many fabulous friends. She loved spending time with her family and the St. Charles Master Gardeners. She

By NewsPress Now Heather Renae Mace, 52, of St. Joseph, passed away peacefully Monday, July 15, 2024, at her home in St. Joseph surrounded by loved ones. She was born April 16, 1972, in St. Joseph, daughter of Betty and Robert “Pete” Mace. She attended Benton High School. She loved the simple things in life:

By NewsPress Now COSBY, Mo. – Lonnie Brickey, 84, Cosby, Missouri, passed away Monday, July 15, 2024. She was born July 17, 1939, in St. Joseph, to Marvin and Nieva (Waggoner) Palmer. Lonnie married Zane Roland Brickey on Feb. 22, 1958. He preceded her in death on April 30, 2021. She was a longtime member

By NewsPress Now Jason Scott Johnson, 45, of St Joseph, passed away Monday, July 15, 2024, at Mosaic Life Care. He was born July 14, 1979, in St. Joseph, son of Glenda and Donald Johnson. He attended Lafayette High School. Jason enjoyed taking walks and living life to the fullest. Jason was preceded in death

By NewsPress Now BENTONVILLE, Ark. -Seth Glen Hane, 39, Bentonville, Arkansas, passed away unexpectedly on July 12, 2024 at Mercy Hospital Northwest, in Rogers, Arkansas, from a sudden medical condition, leaving behind a void that can never be filled. Seth was born on Oct. 15, 1984, in St. Joseph, to Sherris A. (Snyder) Hane and

By NewsPress Now Lenny Rake was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, on June 9, 1963. He was a Navy veteran, a beautiful contractor, and basically a jack-of-all-trades. Lenny was a very avid Chiefs fan, and loved bowling, fishing, and was king of the BBQ. Lenny was preceded in death by his father, Darrell Rake, St. Joseph;

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

By NewsPress Now PENROSE, Colo. – Sandra (Sandy) Mae Crockett passed away from this life on the early morning of July 8, 2024, with family by her side. Sandy and her daughter, Denise, shared and enjoyed one last Diet Coke moments before her passing. Born Aug. 4, 1939, to Claude Donald and Freida Mae (Gillenwater)

By NewsPress Now Late Notices Lonna F. Conroy Lonna F. Conroy, 74, St. Joseph, passed away July 15, 2024. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1 p.m. July 22, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Heather R. Mace Heather Renae Mace, 52, St. Joseph, died July 15, 2024. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m.

By NewsPress Now David, L Roberts, 77, St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, July 11, 2024. He was born Nov. 21, 1946, in St. Joseph, to Russell and Mabel (Lidgett) Roberts. After graduating from Benton high school in 1965, he served his country as a 3rd Marine Division corpsman in the Vietnam war (1965-1968). He had

By NewsPress Now MT. VERNON, Mo. – Edith Vance, formerly Taylor, of Mt. Vernon, Missouri, passed away on June 30, 2024. She was 79 years old. Edith was a spitfire of a person. She had a huge personality packed into a tiny body. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt and grandmother. She packed

By NewsPress Now OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – Gail Meyer, known as “GG” to her family (short for Grandma Gail) made her transition early on the morning of July 9, 2024, succumbing quickly to ovarian cancer which had been recently diagnosed. Gail was living at Brookdale Rosehill Assisted Living at the time. Before Brookdale Rosehill, Gail