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Friday, January 16, 2026

Batchelder, Glenna L. 1947-2026 Denver, Colo.

DENVER, Colo. – Glenna Lee (Zimmerman) Batchelder, 78, passed away peacefully on Jan. 6, 2026, in Denver, Colorado, after a five year journey with Frontotemporal Dementia. Up until the end Glenna maintained her joy of talking with friends and strangers alike. Whether they knew Glenna or had just met, everyone she encountered received an enthusiastic

Bremer, Francis A. 1941-2026 St. Joseph, Mo.

Francis Andrew Bremer, 84, of St. Joseph, passed away Jan. 14, 2026. Francis was born Oct. 17, 1941, in Ravenwood, Missouri, to John and Dorothy (Reed) Bremer. Francis served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam Era, receiving an honorable discharge on June 14, 1967. He retired as an electrician with Owens &

Butcher, Donald P. 1944-2026 St. Joseph, Mo.

Donald Paul Butcher, 81, St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Donald was born on Dec. 21, 1944, in Bethany, Missouri, to the late George and Lida (Mitchell) Butcher. He was a 1963 graduate of Bethany High School and attended two years at Northwest Missouri State University. Mr. Butcher

Thompson, Charlotte 1941-2026 Atchison, Kan.

ATCHISON, Kan. – Charlotte Rae (Thomas) Thompson, age 85, a resident of Atchison, Kansas, for 67 years, passed away into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Jan. 15, 2026, at Atchison Senior Village. A private burial will be held at Mount Vernon Cemetery, with a family graveside service to be

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Zuchowski, Deborah 1959-2026 St. Joseph, Mo.

Deborah “Sam” Zuchowski, 66, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. She was born Dec. 13, 1959, in Wichita, Kansas. Sam married James “Tony” Zuchowski on April 10, 1995. He survives of the home. She worked as a waitress and as an inventory worker for RGIS. Sam’s smile lit up every room she entered.

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Moyer, Stephen A. 1952-2026 Country Club, Mo.

COUNTRY CLUB, Mo. – Stephen Allen “Big Moe” Moyer, 73, of Country Club, Missouri, passed away on Jan. 12, 2026. Stephen was born on Oct. 12, 1952, to Maurice and Louise (Willmore) Moyer, in St. Joseph. Stephen graduated from Lafayette High School and attended Missouri Western studying business. Stephen went on to work in local

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Bauman, Ruth A. 1929-2026 Wathena, Kan.

WATHENA, Kan. – Ruth Anna (Herpel) Bauman, 96, longtime resident of rural of Wathena, Kansas, entered the presence of the Lord Jan. 9, 2026. She was surrounded by family in her daughter’s home in Excelsior Springs, Missouri. Ruth was born to Elmer and Frieda (Meng) Herpel, in her parents’ country home north of Wathena. She

Brodsky, Steven H. 1948-2026 Savannah, Mo.

SAVANNAH, Mo. – Steven H. Brodsky, 77, Savannah, Missouri, passed away Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026. Survivors include his wife, Wanda; children, David Brodsky, Natalie Elardo (Brian), Diane Brodsky, and Stacie Hasten (Randy); 11 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; younger brother, Arnold Brodsky; two nephews and several cousins. Celebration of Life planned for a later date. Natural Farewell

Flinders, Brad L. 1957-2025 Flaming Gorge, Utah

FLAMING GORGE, Utah – Brad Lorin Flinders, 68, of Kamas, Utah, passed away on Dec. 19, 2025, in Flaming Gorge, Utah. He was born on Nov. 14, 1957, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Samuel Terrance and Vicki June (Wilson) Flinders. On Dec. 12, 1980, he married Melece Louise Gale, in Salt Lake City. Brad

Graves, James T. 1934-2026 St. Joseph, Mo.

James Thomas Graves, born on Nov. 14, 1934, passed away peacefully at home, in St. Joseph, on Epiphany, Jan. 6, 2026, surrounded by his wife of 68 years, Karen, his beloved cats, and his eldest daughter, Leslie. He was 91. Graves, known as “Jim” or “James T.” to friends and family, is also lovingly remembered

Hovey, Alec J. 1938-2026 Cosby, Mo.

COSBY, Mo. – Alec Junior Hovey, 88, of Cosby, Missouri, passed away Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026, in St. Joseph. He was born Jan. 4, 1938, in St. Joseph. Survivors include wife, Jerrie Ann Hovey; children: Michael A. (Judy) Hovey, daughter, Rhonda R. (Randal) Salmons, Jeffrey S. (Jenny) Hovey, and Jody W. (Kristen) Hovey, of Gower,

Jeffers, Colleen L. 1928-2026 St. Joseph, Mo.

Colleen Louise Jeffers, 97, St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026. She was born Dec. 3, 1928, to Naomi Cecil Crouch, in Marshall, Missouri. She lived a full and vibrant life, marked by creativity, laughter, and a deep love for family and friends. Colleen was a longtime member of the Sparta Homemakers Club in

Mitchell, Beverly J. 1937-2026 Osage City, Kan.

OSAGE CITY, Kan. – Beverly Jean Mitchell Whitsell was born Feb. 9, 1937, to Ralph Mitchell and Virginia Rose (Firner) Mitchell, in Hiawatha Kansas. She passed peacefully at her home in Osage City, Kansas, on Jan. 2, 2026. After high school, Bev married Don Whitsell. They had two children and later divorced. Bev is survived

Roesle, Gary M. 1954-2026 Milton, Fla.

MILTON, Fla. – Gary Michael Roesle, 71, of Milton, Florida, died unexpectedly on Jan. 4, 2026. Gary was born in St. Joseph on Aug. 1, 1954, son of the late Louis R. Roesle and Dorothy (Powers) Roesle. He attended Cathedral Grade School and graduated from Bishop LeBlond High School. Gary began his career working at

Rouse, Barbara 1963-2026 St. Joseph, Mo.

Barbara “Barb” Rouse, 62, St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026. She was born June 18, 1963, in Knob Noster, Missouri, to Jerry and Carol (Rogers) Brim. The family lived in many places, including a year in Italy, with her father’s military career before they settled in St. Joseph when Barb was 13. Barbara

Sander, Gilbert R. 1940-2026 Plattsburg, Mo.

PLATTSBURG, Mo. – Gilbert Raymond Sander, 85, Plattsburg, Missouri, passed away Friday, Jan. 9, 2026. He was born Dec. 21, 1940, to Ermel Raymond and Violet Marie (Evans) Sander, in St. Joseph. He graduated from Plattsburg High School in 1958 and received his bachelor’s degree at NWMSU in Education. In addition to working on the

Swafford Jr., Thomas J. 1942-2026 St. Joseph, Mo.

Thomas J. “Tom” Swafford Jr., age 83, St. Joseph, passed away Friday, Jan. 9, 2026. Mass of Christian Burial and Public Livestream 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Parish Rosary 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where the family will gather with

Monday, January 12, 2026

Blanchard, Danny B. 1949-2026 St. Joseph, Mo.

Danny B. Blanchard, 76, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026. He was born Nov. 5, 1949, in St. Joseph, son of the late Doris and Charles “Bud” Blanchard. Danny graduated from Benton High School, class of 1969. He shared 55 wonderful years with his wife, Vicki Bravo. Danny worked for many years

Pearl, Jack L. 1937-2026 St. Joseph, Mo.

Jack L. Pearl, 88, St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. He was born March 23, 1937, in St. Joseph, to Tinsley and Mary (Glenn) Pearl. Jack served his country in the U.S. Army in Security Service. Jack married Janice M. Osburn on May 25, 1958. She preceded him in death in 1999. He

Shelman, Max R. Kearney, Mo.

Max R. Shelman KEARNEY, Mo. – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Max Randall Shelman at the age of 81 on Jan. 8, 2026, from Kearney, Missouri, but formerly from Cameron, Missouri. Max was born in Weatherby, Missouri, to Thomas (Tommy) and Bessie (Cooper) Shelman, and attended Taylor Mill Country

Walls, Phyllis J. 1936-2026 St. Joseph, Mo.

Phyllis Jane Walls, 89, of St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026, at a local health care facility. She was born Oct. 6, 1936, in St. Joseph. Phyllis devoted her love to children while babysitting and working at Head Start. Phyllis was preceded in death her parents, Ray and Helen Frame, and several aunts

Friday, January 9, 2026

Bennett, Brenda K. 1960-2026 Country Club, Mo.

COUNTRY CLUB, Mo. – Brenda Kay Bennett, 65, Country Club, Missouri, passed away Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. She was born March 12, 1960, in St. Joseph, to Robert and Violet (Pauley) Alders. Brenda married Carroll Omar Bennett of 37 years. He survives of the home. She was a member of Hosanna International Ministries church. Brenda

Snodgrass III, David L. 1934-2026 St. Joseph, Mo.

David Loren Snodgrass III came into this world on Jan. 25, 1934, and died on Jan. 4, 2026. Born in Plattsburg, Missouri, to David Loren Jr. and Almina Parr Snodgrass. When the family moved to St. Joseph he grew up alongside his brother, James Martin Snodgrass. After graduating high school with the class of 1952,

Strobl Jr., Joseph M. 1935-2025 St. Joseph, Mo.

Joseph Marcus Strobl, Jr., 90, St. Joseph, died Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025, at home surrounded by his loving family, in St. Joseph. Joseph was born Dec. 28, 1935, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Joseph M. and Dorothy (Blanke) Strobl. Joseph graduated from Affton High School in 1953. He graduated from the University of Missouri (Columbia)

Thursday, January 8, 2026

Guinn, Carolyn 1944-2026 St. Joseph, Mo.

Carolyn “Susie” Guinn, 81, of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026, at her home in St. Joseph. She was born Jan. 30, 1944, in St. Joseph, daughter of Viola and William “Bill” McDowell. Susie was a 1963 graduate of Benton High School. On Oct. 26, 1963, she married Bob Guinn. Susie was a

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Brendle Jr., Robert N. 1954-2026 St. Joseph, Mo.

Robert “Bobby” Norman Brendle Jr., 71, of St. Joseph, passed away Friday, Jan. 2, 2026, in St. Joseph. He was born July 22, 1954, in St. Joseph, son of Betty (Barnes) Johnson and Robert Brendle Sr. He attended Gower High School and graduated from Benton High School, class of 1972. He married Marsha Whithorn on

Polk, Annie 1936-2025 Raymore, Mo.

RAYMORE, Mo. – Annie “Jewel” Polk, age 89, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Dec. 16, 2025, at the Foxwood Springs Living Center. A Celebration of Jewel’s life will be held Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, at Southern Roots Event Center, 239 Illinois Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64504 from 1 to 4 p.m. Jewel was

Ricky D. Johnson 1945-2026 St. Joseph, Mo.

Ricky Dale Johnson went home to his Lord and Savior on Jan. 5, 2026, with a Hospice caretaker at his side in St. Joseph. He was a caring husband, father and grandfather blessed with two grandchildren named Austin and Miles, and one great-grandchild named Stetson. Ricky Dale was born to George and Cleo Johnson on

Stewart, Charles E. 1946-2026 St. Joseph, Mo.

Charles E. “Chuck” Stewart, 79, of St. Joseph, went home to be with his Heavenly Father and Savior Jesus Christ Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in St. Joseph, surrounded by the love and prayers of family and friends. He was born Oct. 10, 1946, in Kansas City, Missouri, son of the late Bonnie (Alexander) Stewart Murphy

Widner, Betty M. 1944-2025 St. Joseph, Mo.

Betty Mae (Ward) Widner, 81, of St. Joseph, passed away Dec. 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Betty was born Jan. 17, 1944, in Otterville, Missouri, to Elmer Archibald and Goldie Ivery (Davis) Ward. She attended school in Otterville, and was a member of the Otterville Baptist Church. She retired after 25 years from