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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

Nadine Myers, passed away peacefully on Nov. 8, 2025, at the age of 95. She was born in Chamois, Missouri, on June 13, 1930. Nadine attended school in Chamois and went on to work as a psychiatric aide in the State Hospital for 32 years. She was also a long time member of Bethel Baptist

Albert William Osbourn Jr 82, of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025 at his home. He was born Feb. 14, 1943 in St. Joseph, son of the late Mary and Albert Osbourn Sr. He graduated from Christian Brothers high School class of 1961 and Rockhurst College with a masters in psychology. Albert retired

AGENCY, Mo. – Richard “Rick” Lee Roberts 81, of Agency, Missouri, passed away Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 at his home. He was born Aug. 28, 1944 in Kansas City, Missouri, son of Lyla and Donald Roberts. Rick attended Faucett High School. Following high school, he enlisted with the U.S Navy. On Feb. 21, 1963, he

Traci Campbell (Elkins) 69,of St. Joseph, born Jan. 28, 1956, passed Nov. 7, 2025, at home surrounded by family and friends. Traci was preceded in death by her parents, Dale and Marge Elkins; and brother, Kenny Elkins. Traci is survived by her sister, Shelley Elkins; her brother, Eddie Elkins; her children, Cory Campbell, Megan Campbell

CAMERON, Mo. – John B. Tiemann, 85, Cameron, Missouri, formerly St. Joseph,passed away Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025. He was born Nov. 24, 1939, to Harry John Henry and Marian Elizabeth (Meyers) Tiemann, in Northboro, Iowa. In 1970, John married the love of his life, Edith Marie McCoy. For 23 years, they shared an unbreakable bond

Richard Chester “Dick” Longstein, 83, St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025. He was born April 11, 1942, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Chester and Margaret (Soll) Longstein. Dick grew up in Walthill, Nebraska, and graduated from high school there. He earned his bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Dick taught middle

Kathryn Marie (Neyhart) Demarest, 71, St. Joseph, entered Heaven’s gate on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. She was born Nov. 27, 1953, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Franklin Cursey and Ruth Ellen (McLeland) Neyhart. Kathy grew up in Raytown, Missouri, and graduated from Raytown South High School. She earned her bachelor’s degree in art at Central

Bryan Lee Kirkpatrick, 56, St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025. He was born Feb. 15, 1969, in St. Joseph, to Robert and Patricia (Morgan) Kirkpatrick. Bryan grew up in Osborn, Missouri, and graduated from Osborn High School. Bryan married Stacy Roach on June 25, 2011. She survives of the home. He was an

SAVANNAH, Mo. – Donald “Don” Proffit, 75, of Savannah, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, at Living Community. Don was born on March 23, 1950, in Fillmore, Missouri, to Orville Proffit and Imo Todd Proffit. He graduated from Fillmore C-1 High School. Don proudly served in the U. S. Army during the Vietnam

Darrel D. Ashlock, 77, of St. Joseph, passed away Nov. 2, 2025. Darrel was born Oct. 4, 1948, to Sherman and Elizabeth Ashlock. He graduated from Central High School in 1966 then served his country honorably in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War in the Mobile Riverine Force. He graduated from Missouri Western in

Dennis R. Thompson HIAWATHA, Kan. – Dennis R. Thompson, 63, of Hiawatha, Kansas, passed away Nov. 3, 2025. Among survivors are his mother, Dorothy Thompson, Hiawatha; a sister, Kathy (Don) Lehmann, of Olathe, Kansas. Services: 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, in Hiawatha. The family will meet with friends one hour