Naomi F. Lane, age 76, of Kahoka, MO died Thursday, April 21, 2016 in the Emergency Room at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL.

Naomi was born June 5, 1939 in Kirksville, MO, a daughter of Scott and Lenna F.
Watson Jansen.

Survivors include her daughter, Mary Vaye Lane of Caseyville, IL, three grandchildren, Scott Lane of Burlington, IA, Eugene Lane of Montrose, IA and Megan Mast of Palmyra; and several great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents and two sons, Michael in 1987 and David in 1993.

Naomi graduated from Granger High School and from Gem City Business College. She was a homemaker most of her life.

She enjoyed watching the hummingbirds outside of her neighbor’s apartment, playing cards with her friends at the community center, and doing crafts. She had a collection of mice figurines which were entertainment to all who visited. Naomi had a heart of gold who would give the shirt off of her back. Her outlook on life was always positive and she always had something nice to say about everyone.

Funeral services celebrating her life were held Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at Wilson Funeral Home in Kahoka with Brother Jack Sumption officiating. Special music was recording “The Old Rugged Cross”. Pallbearers were Cliff Sheffler, Cliff Ketchum, Lowell Gordy, Edwin Wilson, and Tabitha and Tod Kirchner. Burial was in the Kahoka Cemetery.

Visitation was held at Wilson Funeral Home after 9 a.m. on Tuesday, April 26, 2016, with family receiving friends from 5-7 p.m.

A memorial will be established.

On-line condolences may be expressed at www.wilsonfuneralservice.com
 

James R. Dochterman, age 78, of Kahoka, MO, died unexpectedly on Sunday, April 24, 2016 at 5:28 a.m. in the emergency room at Keokuk Area Hospital in Keokuk, IA.

James was born December 26, 1937 in Luray, MO, a son of Preston and Lucille
Thompson Dochterman.

James was united in marriage to Norma Jean Downey on September 12, 1981 in
Medill, MO. She preceded him in death on January 15, 2015. They were the parents of LeAnn.

Survivors include one son, Dustin (Annie) Dochterman of Wayland, MO; two daughters, Jamie (Jim) Lynch and LeAnn (Jason) Clifford all of Kahoka, MO; five grandchildren: Shane and Dustin Dochterman of Wayland, MO and Dakota Lynch and Elizabeth and Justin Clifford, all of Kahoka, MO; two sisters, Carol (Norman) Pitford of Kahoka, MO and Joyce Lincoln of Fairbanks, AK; one aunt, Edith Dochterman of Kahoka, MO; brothers-in-law and sister-in-law: Jay Downey and Wilma (Harry) Garr, all of LaGrange, MO; as well as nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Norma; his parents; a still-born daughter, J.J; a grandson, Justin Dochterman; a brother, Allen Dochterman; and a nephew, Rowdy Redding.

James was a sharpshooter in the U. S. Army and a member of Ayer-Boatman Post # 4342, V.F.W. He was a truck driver and was the first driver hired for Dickey Transport when it began it’s operation. He also had hauled pigs for Harper and Sons where he earned his nickname “Porky”. Following retirement, James laid carpet for many people in the area.

James had many interests including roller skating, bowling, fishing, hunting, including mushrooms he had picked the day before he died. He had a special spot he never revealed to anyone where he would go each mushroom season. He also enjoyed his PBR and cigarettes. In earlier years he and his brother, Allen, drag raced on the track in Kahoka. To this day, he spent many hours in the garage working with T.J. Sammons and Jim Lynch on their race cars. He was born in the generation that if something broke, you fixed it, and he could pretty well fix anything. Most of all, he loved anything that involved being outdoors.

James was a man who “had no filter”, said what he felt, and didn’t like being proven wrong. He would always root for whatever team was playing against the St. Louis Cardinals just to aggravate his family. Although he had a rough exterior, he was nothing but a big teddy bear. James frequented Cookies daily to visit with his many friends and give the waitresses a hard time. His family was the joy of his life.

Visitation was held at Wilson Funeral Home after 9 a.m. Saturday with family receiving friends from 10 a.m. until 11:30 followed by a Time of Sharing and Remembrance led by Pastor Paul Kinney. Special Music was “Daddy’s Hands”. Honorary pallbearers were T. J. Sammons, T. C. McMann, Gerald Sawyer, Mark Kirchner and Harry Garr. Military Rites concluded the service conducted by Herman Blum Post # 192, American Legion, Ayer-Boatman Post # 4342, V.F. W. and Missouri Military Honors personnel.

Cremation followed with inurnment to be held at a later date in the Combs Cemetery at Luray.

Memorials are suggested to the family with checks made payable to LeAnn Dochterman.

On-line condolences may be expressed at www.wilsonfuneralservice.com.

Lotus Norton, 86 of Wentzville, MO former resident of Clark and Scotland Counties, MO, died on Fruiday, April 29, 2016 at her home surrounded by family.

She was born October 21, 1929, to Ola O. and Margaret (Smith Doud McGraw) Wright in Wyaconda, MO. She graduated from high school in Gorin, MO, in 1947. Lotus was employed by Western Union as CRT operator for 17 years. She had served on the Board of Directors of the Friends of Athens. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Wright City, MO.

She was united in marriage to Wallace L. Norton on February 28, 1948. To that union were born four children: Rebecca Sue, David Stephen, Diana Lee and Brian Eric.

Lotus was an avid reader and student of history. She enjoyed researching the Civil War and amassed an extensive Civil War library which upon her death she bequeathed to the Scotland County library as a memorial to family friend, Judy Boyer.

She is survived by three children, Rebecca and husband, Wade Grimes of Elsberry, MO, Diana Boland and husband, Marty Boland, of Wentzville, MO, and Brian and Cheri (Wilmes) Norton of Wentzville, MO, daughter-in-law Jan (Iversrud) Norton, Eden Prairie, MN, eight grandchildren: Angela, Jessica, Christopher, Julie, Stephanie, Sarah, Michael, Nicholas, and nine great-grandchildren: Jordan, Peyton, Cameron, Carter, Ben, Violet, Caitlin, and Ben and Carson, a brother, TJ Wright and wife Helen, of Canton, MO, sister Norma Wright Hustead and husband Eugene of Branson, MO, sister-in-law, Linda Davison of Quincy, IL, as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Lotus was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Wallace L. Norton, their son, David, their grandson, Andrew, her parents, two brothers and two sisters.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Andrew’s Hugs (a nonprofit organization named for her grandson aimed at bringing hugs and smiles to special needs adults) the Friends of Athens, (a group working to preserve the Civil War Site in Northeast Missouri, where Lotus’s great grandfather, Edwin Smith, a Civil War soldier, is buried), or donor’s choice.

Her children rise up and call her blessed.  Proverbs 31:28

Jane Lea Binkley, age 60, of Hurdland, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, May 3, 2016, in Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, Missouri.  She was born June 5, 1955, in Edina, Missouri, the daughter of Ralph and Ruth Elizabeth Fleak Wise.

She united in marriage with Calvin Robertson on December 11, 1969, and two this union two children were born, Teresa and Ruth Ann.  On December 4, 1977 she was united in marriage with Clifford Garrett and to this union three children were born, Sheila, Sara and Douglas.  On January 8, 1994, she was married to Kenneth Binkley.

Jane was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband’s Clifford Garrett and Kenneth Binkley.

Surviving are her five children, Teresa Waddill of LaBelle, Missouri, Ruth Ann Robertson of Kirksville, Missouri, Sheila Sykes of Hurdland, Missouri, Sara Florea and husband, Billy of Florissant, Missouri, and Douglas Garrett of Hurdland, Missouri; a daughter-in-law, Christy Garrett of Hurdland, Missouri; sixteen grandchildren; and sixteen great-grandchildren.

Jane received her education in Knox County Schools and received her degree as a License Practical Nurse in 1992.  Jane was employed as a truck driver and a school bus driver for several years.  For the past 42 years she was employed as a L.P.N. in Knox, Lewis and Adair Counties.

Jane loved horses, yard sales, reading, sewing and gardening.  She was a member of the Edina United Methodist Church and a member of Kirksville Order of The Eastern Star Chapter # 184 in Kirksville, Missouri.

Funeral services will be held 10 A.M. Saturday, May 7, 2016, in the Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home in Edina, Missouri.  Brother Robert Shobe will officiate for the services.  Burial will be in the Campgrounds Cemetery near Downing, Missouri.

Casket bearers will be James Peterson, Keith Murphy, Trevor Fields, Dakota Botkin, Randy Craig, Andy Heimer, Curtis Crandall and John McGlothlin.

Honorary bearers will be Mike Anthony, Douglas Garrett, Stephen Waddill, Melvin Rimer, Melvin Lee Rimer, Randy Walton, Gary Sykes, and John Heimer.

Visitation will be held Friday, May 6, 2016, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home in Edina, Missouri.

Eastern Star services will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday evening in the Funeral Home conducted by Kirksville O.E.S. Chapter # 184.

In memory of Jane Lea Binkley memorials are requested to the Family.  Memorials may be left at or mailed to Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1, Edina, MO, 63537.

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Norman D. Butler, age 78, of Medill, MO, died Monday, May 2, 2016 in the All American Care Center of Muscatine in Muscatine, IA.

Norman was born August 3, 1937 in Chambersburg, MO, a son of Steve and Irene Jones Butler.

He married Helen Boyd and they later divorced. He married Shirley Elder who preceded him in death.

Survivors include two step-sons, Ricky Boyd of Memphis, MO and Patrick Shannon of Granger, MO; two step-daughters, Deborah Pruett of Kahoka, MO and Vicki Scott of Kahoka, MO; son-in-law, Paul Kinkade of Kahoka, MO; step grandchildren: Josiah (Gabrielle) Pruett and their son, Ian, of Hannibal, MO, Elisha (Sarah) Pruett and Dylan, Aiden and Evan, of Quincy, IL, Micah Pruett and Tristan and Elizabeth of Kahoka, MO, Joshua Pruett and Malachi of Springfield, IL, Tara Pruett and Delilah, Preston, and Ashton of Kahoka, MO; Alisha (Geoff) Sauer, Quinn and Kennedy of Ames, IA, Amanda (Aaron) Johanson and Klara of Marion, IA, Ariane Horsey (Matt Botholdt) and Bazyl, Avi, and Gabe of Bellevue, NE, Tim (Valli) Kinkade of Denver, CO, Eli (Michelle) Shannan and Allayna of Melvin, IL, Seth (Tammy) Shannan, Emma, Kaleb and Connor of Champaign, IL, Jessalynn Scott (Greg Crall) and Brantley of Fort Madison, IA, Jasmine (Brad) Hamner and Hayden of Memphis, MO, and Steven Scott of Kahoka, MO; a sister-in-law, Jeanette Butler of Keokuk, IA; as well as nieces, nephews and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Shirley; a step-daughter, Jenny Kinkade; son-in-law, Richard Pruett; two sisters, Delphine Yates and Joyce McColm; three brothers: Bobby Butler, John Butler, and Roger Butler; and, sister-in-law and brothers-in-law, Sylvia Butler, Larry McColm and Elmer Yates.

Norman was a retired employee of Fruehauf. He was a simple man with a heart of gold who would do anything for anyone. He enjoyed driving around in his truck and visiting with family and friends. He was a wonderful stepfather and grandfather and his greatest enjoyment came from spending time with them.

Cremation has been provided. There will be no services at this time. Inurnment will be held at a later date in the Combs Cemetery at Luray, MO.

Arrangements were handled by Wilson Funeral Home in Kahoka.

Memorials are suggested to Wilson Funeral Home for payment of expenses.

On-line condolences may be expressed at www.wilsonfuneralservice.com

John R. Hammond - “Hammer,” “Daddy”, “Sweetie”, ran his last mission on earth at 1601 hours, Wednesday, May 4, 2016 in Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. There is another guardian angel to watch over us all. It was good to be him!

John was born October 14, 1967 in Macomb, IL, a son of Max and Carol Gardner Hammond.

On August 8, 1992, he was united in marriage to his “sweetie”, Roby J. Priebe and thus began a partnership cherished by both which will last until the end of time.

Survivors include his wife, Roby and their two sons, Colton Winfield and Caleb Raymond Hammond all of Kahoka, MO; an adopted daughter, Nichole (Derrick) Palmer and family of Fort Madison, IA; his mother, Carol Dobson (Richard Nelson) of Arbela, MO; father-in-law, Dale Priebe of Kahoka, MO; two brothers, Carl (Tammy) Hammond of Kahoka and Max (Susan) Hammond of Ramstein, Germany; a sister, Patty Hammond of Kahoka, MO; brothers and sisters-in-law: Mark (Linda) Herron and Nicholas Herron, all of Des Moines, IA, Rebecca (Alvin) Metternich of Carthage, IL, Candace (Tom) Bryant of Keokuk, IA, Wayne (Debbie) Priebe of Wyaconda, MO, Debbie (Jeff) Trindle of Liberty, MO; aunts and uncles: Roger (Dorothy) Gardner of Maquon, IL, Sherman Bruce Gardner of Kentucky, J. W. (Marie) Hammond, Jr. of London Mills, IL, Vera Crandal of Wayland, MO and Riley Newby of Leland, MI; as well as nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his father; stillborn brother, Joey; and mother-in-law, Ruby Priebe.

John graduated from Clark County R-1 High School with the class of 1985 and received his Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Science in December of 1992 from Northeast Missouri State University in Kirksville, MO, and his Masters in Industrial Safety from Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg, MO. John stressed the importance of education and made himself knowledgeable about anything and everything that interested him.

John joined the U. S. Army immediately following graduation from High School and proudly served his country until his discharge in 1990. Following 9/11, John had a desire to return to the military and was injured in Iraq and medically retired from the service as a 2nd Lt. John was Convoy Commander responsible for securing convoys throughout Iraq during the most dangerous period of conflict, and he fulfilled his promise to bring his people home safely. John was always ready to reach out to those in need and selflessly gave his time, energy and resources to others.

After John received his Masters Degree, he returned to Clark County and worked for Morse Rubber in Keokuk as the Safety Engineer. He then was employed by Knapheide in Quincy as Safety and Human Resources Manager. It was during this time that he re-entered the service, was injured, and then was medically retired from Knapheide.

He never let his “disability” get him down. Instead, he chose to serve others in many ways. He joined the Clark Co. Moose Lodge, the Ayer-Boatman Post # 4342, V.F.W., Herman Blum Post # 192, American Legion, St. Francisville Lodge # 588, A. F. & A.M. and the NRA. He loved to cook and volunteered to do so at many benefits. He was also known for his catering. He loved everyone and had very few, if any, enemies.

John enjoyed traveling and camping with family and friends. A lifelong student of history, he excelled at Civil War reenactments, family historical research and Indian and military artifacts collection. His wife often joked that he should start a “hobby of the month” club. John became a Boy Scout in his teens and went on to assist with his sons’ scouting interests as an adult leader. He was inducted in to the Lodge of the Silver Tomahawk at Camp Eastman.

The center of John’s world was his home and family. He was always proud of his boys’ character and accomplishments in all things great and small. His family became known as “Team Hammer” as they rallied together to battle his illness.

A Masonic Service followed immediately by a Memorial Service Celebrating John’s Life, was held Sunday, May 8, 2016, beginning at 2 p.m. at Wilson Funeral Home in Kahoka concluding with Military Rites. Special music included recordings of "American Soldier", "See You Again" and "I Lived". Words of Comfort were provided by Pastor Shawn McAfee, Heath Richmond, Roby Hammond and Kevin Dunn.

Friends called at Wilson Funeral Home after 10 a.m. Sunday with family receiving friends from noon until services at 2 p.m.

Memorials in lieu of flowers are suggested to the family for their childrens’ education fund or to the Wounded Warrior Project.

Norma Jean Scifres passed away May 9, 2016 at the Country Aire Retirement Estates in Lewistown, Missouri.

Norma Jean Steele was born September 26, 1928, the daughter of Sylva Mae Matheson and Joseph Alexander Steele of Wyaconda, Missouri.

Norma Jean graduated as valedictorian of Wyaconda High School Class of 1946.  She attended Kirksville State Teachers College in Kirksville, Missouri, and taught school for three years before marrying the love of her life, Virgil.  She was of the Baptist faith.

It was on April 10 1949, that Norma Jean was united in marriage with Virgil Scifres.  To this union was born seven children:  Harry Joe and Evelyn Scifres, of Steffenville, Dennie and Betty Scifres and Jennilee Carper, all of LaBelle, Audrey and Randy Rayl, of Ewing, Vancell and Sharon Scifres, of Monticello, Stacy Scifres, of Lewistown, and Vonnie & Karl Franke, of Novelty; sixteen grandchildren, and twenty-eight great grandchildren; two brothers, Orville and Johanna Steele and George Steele; and one sister, June and Louis Ferguson; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Norma Jean was a homemaker, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and was very proud of her family.   “Grumpy Gramps” and Gran Ma Jean” loved babysitting, enjoyed camping, country music shows and ball games.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Virgil; parents; sister-in-law, Calene Steele; and son-in-law, Donnie Carper.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 12, 2016, in the Coder Funeral Chapel in LaBelle, Missouri.  Pastor Barb Hagerla will officiate for the services.  Burial will be in the New Woodville Cemetery, east of Wyaconda, Missouri.

Music will be by Camden and Evelyn Scifres singing, "In the Garden", "Sweet Hour of Prayer" and "Amazing Grace".

Pallbearers will be Paul Scifres, Ryan Scifres, Jason Rayl, Travis Hustead, Lance Scifres and Lucas Stevens.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Chris, Phillip, Johnathan Scifres, Matt and Joe Rayl, Kayla McBride, Michelle Megee, Jeannie Walter, Beth Wilke, and Nathan Minear.

Visitation will be after 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 11, 2016, with family receiving friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Coder Funeral Chapel.

Memorials may be made to the New Woodville Cemetery, Wyaconda, Missouri, or Country Aire Retirement Estates, Lewistown, Missouri.

Virginia E. Holman, age 89, of Hurdland, Missouri, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2016, in the Knox County Nursing Home in Edina, Missouri.

Born October 22, 1926, near Gorin, Missouri, Virginia was the daughter of Jacob Axel and Nancy Price Peterson.  She was united in marriage to Harry Holman, on August 16, 1944, at Luray, Missouri.

Surviving are her husband Harry Holman of Hurdland, Missouri; one son, Jerry Holman and wife, Frances, of Edina, Missouri; grandchildren, Brandon L. Holman, Jeremy (Karie) Holman and children, Jace, James and Joellyn Holman, Joseph (Krista) Holman and children, Chase Holman (deceased) Jaron, Jazzalynn and Jericka Holman, Melissa  (Daryl) Doty and children, Madelynn, Jack, and Molly Doty; one sister, Mary Margaret Lingenfelter and husband, Robert of Hurdland, Missouri; three brothers, Victor Peterson and wife, Betty, of Hurdland, Missouri, David Peterson and wife, Carol, of Moline, Illinois, and J.B. Peterson and wife, Mary, of Springfield, Missouri; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Virginia was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, John William and Jacob Peterson; and one grandson, Chase Holman.

Virginia received her education at Knox City, Missouri.  She and her husband resided in Hurdland, Missouri, most of their life where they operated a grocery, feed and fertilizer store and a truck line.  For over thirty years she was employed at the Knox County Nursing Home in Edina as a Med Tech.  She was a member of the Hurdland United Methodist Church.  She enjoyed gardening and collecting bells.

Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, May 16, 2016, in the Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home in Edina, Missouri.  Reverend Nancy Douglas will be the officiate for the services.  Music will be provided by Mary Peterson and Angela Haworth.

Burial will be in Park View Memorial Gardens in Kirksville, Missouri, with Jeremy Holman, Brandon Holman, Ronnie Peterson, Danny Peterson, Jaron Holman and Joseph Holman as Casket bearers and Buddy Funk, Larry Sykes, Glen Moots, Jim Hamlin and Jace Holman as Honorary bearers.

Visitation will be held Sunday, May 15, 2016, after 4 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home in Edina, Missouri.

Memorials may be made to Knox County Cancer Fund or donor’s Choice.   Memorials may be left at or mailed to Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1, Edina, Missouri, 63537.

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Jay Patrick Nixon, age 51 of Kahoka, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 in the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington, IA, surrounded by his family following a lengthy battle with diabetes.

Jay was born May 26, 1964, in Keokuk, IA, a son of Carroll A. and Opal I. Brewer Nixon.

He was married to Julieanne Gandy in 1986 and they were the parents of Zach and Jenna.

Survivors include his mother, Opal Nixon of Kahoka, MO; one son, Zachary Nixon and his fiancé, Olivia Rairden, both of Kahoka, MO; a daughter, Jenna (Mitch) Cook of Independence, MO; two brothers, Kent (Gayla) Nixon of Kahoka, MO and Kevin (Tina) Nixon of Revere, MO; nieces and nephews: Kendra (Joe) Nichols of Burlington, IA, Kale (Katrina) Nixon and their children Koy, Kayne, Kennyck, and Kyper of Kahoka, MO, Matthew Nixon of Kahoka, MO, Amanda (Doug) Dodds and their son, Will, of Argyle, IA; aunts and uncle: Janet Nixon, Dick Brewer, and Barbara Brewer, all of Kahoka, MO; as well as many cousins and friends too numerous to count.

Jay graduated from Clark Co. R-1 High School in 1982 and attended NEMO State in Kirksville where he was a member of Alpha Gamma Rho - Beta Iota Chapter. Other memberships included the Clark County Moose and Kirksville Country Club.

Jay was raised in the Methodist faith in the Kahoka United Methodist Church and attended the United Methodist Church in Kirksville. He had most recently attended the Kahoka Christian Church.

He was employed 30 years total by Domino’s Pizza, first as a franchise owner in Kirksville and later as Director of Operations for five stores in the tri-state area. Jay was a “people person”, he loved being around others, brought fun into everything he did, and thought it his personal duty to make people laugh, even on his last day on Earth. He absolutely loved playing black jack and looked forward to any chance he had to play cards with his buddies. He was famous in the area for singing karaoke, his favorite tune to sing being “New York, New York” by Frank Sinatra.

Jay was an avid Kansas City Chiefs and St. Louis Cardinals fan. He “lived” for NFL Sunday. In high school, Jay wore the # 79 football jersey and it was his joy to watch Zach play - wearing the very same number. His children’s activities took precedence over any other.

Jay had many interests and music was one of them. He valued his friendship with Rhonda Vincent and her husband, and loved to hear her sing. He was the world’s biggest fan of Ronnie Milsap, and once stayed in the hotel room with his band after a concert. Jay attended over 40 of Ronnie’s concerts, including on January 22 of this year when his children took him to his last one. He was also a huge fan of REO Speedwagon, attending over 60 of their concerts in his lifetime as well.

Jay was a good cook and enjoyed calling his children to come over for supper he had prepared. In addition, he was a very patient man with his children, friends, and his constant trials with his health. He lovingly referred to his mother as “the warden”, as she was always keeping him in line. He had a special love for his dog, Myrtle, who was a constant friend to him, even in his last days. He always said his greatest accomplishments in his life were his children, Zach and Jenna.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 2 p.m. at the Kahoka Christian Church with Rev. Jim Campbell officiating. Burial will follow in the Chambersburg Cemetery.

Friends may call at Wilson Funeral Home in Kahoka after 9 a.m. Friday, May 13, 2016, with family receiving friends from 5-8 p.m.

Memorials may be made to the Chambersburg Cemetery or Great River Hospice House.

Arrangements are being handled by Wilson Funeral Home.

Robert Lee Whitmer, age 79, passed away Monday, May 16, 2016 at Country Aire Retirement Estates in Lewistown, MO. He was born December 24, 1936 at El Paso, Illinois, a son of Walter and Mary Ellen Robbins Whitmer.

He was married to Christa Rupp on January 20, 1961 in Esslingen, Germany. He served in the United States Army as an engineer from January 27, 1959 to August 31, 1964. He was a member of Lewistown American Legion Post #578. He served as Lewis County Sheriff from 1981 to 1993. He was of the Protestant faith.

He is survived by his wife, Christa Rupp Whitmer of Monticello, MO, three children, Christina MeGee and Wilbur Cottrell of Monticello, MO, Karen Paul of Ewing, MO, and Eric Whitmer of Warrensburg, MO; a sister, Mary Ellen Koch of Quincy, IL; grandchildren, Danielle and John Keeler of Kansas City, Robert (RC) and Amanda MeGee of Quincy, IL, Amber Whitmer and Derek Reams of Edgerton, MO, Lee and Kim Brewer of Ewing, MO, Rachel Whitmer of Platte City, MO; great grandchildren, Ayden Brewer and Elora Brewer of Ewing, MO, Zander MeGee of Quincy, IL, Keegan Brewer of Ewing; as well as nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Mary Ellen Whitmer and his son, Danny Whitmer.

Graveside services with military honors by American Legion Post #578 of Lewistown will be held Saturday, May 21, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in Little Mountain Cemetery at Monticello, MO with Dan Campbell officiating. Friends are invited to attend the services.

Honorary Pallbearers: Robert (RC) MeGee, Lee Brewer, Wilbur Cottrell, Mike Nichols, Keith Wilson, Gene Lindsey and all beloved members of the MSHP, Lewis County Sheriff’s Office and Marion County Sheriff’s Office.

The family suggests memorials be made to Country Aire Retirement Estates, Hospice of Northeast Missouri, or Hester Community Church.

Music: Gabe Hoener, Derek Smyser and Lori Smyser

Online condolences may be left at www.davis-fh.com

Roger Steven Gipson, age 60, of Edina, Missouri, passed away Thursday, May 19, 2016, in Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, Missouri.

Born in Macon, Missouri, on November 18, 1955, Roger was the son of Durwood J. (Woody) and Evelyn Wriedt Gipson.  He was united in marriage to Alice Ewalt on May 11, 1990, at Edina, Missouri.

Surviving are his wife Alice Gipson of Edina, Missouri; one daughter, Ann (Stan) Lynch of Columbia, Missouri; four grandsons, Jaston Boone of Columbia, Missouri, Cedric Boone of Edina, Missouri, Raydon Wheeler of Columbia, Missouri, and Trace Wheeler of Edina, Missouri; five sisters, Donna Rowlison of Edina, Missouri, Connie (Jim) Hyde of Versailles, Missouri, Beverly (David) Arment of Edina, Missouri, Bonnie (Dale) Bowen of Edina, Missouri, and Gloria (Kenny) Dooley of Novelty, Missouri; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Jewel See, Roberta Agee, Barbara Ewalt, Deloris Ewalt, Garland and Betty Ewalt, Roy Lee and Mary Ewalt; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great and great-great nieces and nephews.  Roger was preceded in death by his parents; a brother-in-law, John Rowlison and a nephew, Travis Arment.

Roger was a graduate of Knox County R-1 High School in Edina in 1973.  For the past 43 years he has been employed at Edina Farm & Home where he was currently manager.   Roger enjoyed all sports, coaching, bowling, golfing and hunting. Roger was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus.  He enjoyed his time at the coffee shop and visiting with friends.  But the time spent with his grandkids and family was his life.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 25, 2016, in the Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home in Edina, MO.  Pastor Rick Barnes will officiate the services.  Burial will be in Park View Memorial Gardens.

Musical selections will be Take My Hand Precious Lord, Go Rest High On That Mountain and One Pair Of Hands.

Casket bearers will be his nephews, Danny Arment, Chad Arment, Michael Hyde, Curtiss Hyde, Greg Rowlison, Gary Rowlison, Scott Bowen, Josh Bowen, Brett Bowen, Chris Dooley and Robert Dooley. ‘

Honorary bearers will be Lucky’s morning coffee group.

Visitation will be held after 4 p.m. on Tuesday, May 24, 2016, in the Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home in Edina, MO.  Family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home in Edina, MO.

Memorials in memory of Roger S. Gipson may be made to The Family.    Memorials may be left at or mailed to Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1, Edina, MO, 63537.

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Kathy Elizabeth Doss, 65, of Baring, Missouri, passed away at her home on May 29, 2016.

Kathy was born on October 9, 1950, in Edina, Missouri, the daughter of Joe Wayne and Evelyn Lucille Clark Parrish.

She attended many schools, while growing up due to her parent’s travels, and finally the Baring Elementary School before graduating from the Knox County High School in the class of 1968.

On April 27, 1969, in Baring, Missouri, Kathy married Virgil Harvey Doss and to this union two children were born.

Kathy was a homemaker and farmhand for Virgil but she also worked some at the Garment Factory in Memphis, Missouri and was the Officer in Charge for the United States Postal Service in Baring, Missouri.

She served as a 4-H Leader for many years and was a member of the Baring Country Club, the LaBelle Saddle Club and was one of the Baring Community Ladies that volunteered to help with funeral meals, benefits or any other need in their community.

Kathy enjoyed helping others but most of all she loved spending time with family.

She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Virgil Doss of Baring, Missouri; a daughter, Tammy and her husband Tommy Harsell of Baring, Missouri; a son, Brian and his wife Andrea Doss of Buckner, Missouri; a brother, Keith and his wife Sharon Parrish of LaBelle, Missouri; her mother-in-law, Doris Doss of Baring, Missouri; step grandchildren, Anthony Hoover and Daniel Drummond; grandchildren, Justin Doss and his companion Kayce, Brett Harsell and Brittany Harsell; a great granddaughter Kirbi Jo Doss; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles, cousins and a host of friends.

Kathy was preceded in death by her parents Joe Wayne and Evelyn Parrish.

Funeral Services will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, June 2, 2016, at the Doss Funeral Home in Edina, Missouri.

Visitation will be after 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 1, 2016, with the family receiving friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Burial will be in the Greensburg Cemetery in Greensburg, Missouri.

Jerry Kaser will officiate and Casket Bearers will be Tyler Doss, Zack Doss, Scott Doss, Rex Clark, Chris Parrish, Shawn Parrish and Justin Parrish. Honorary Bearers will be Kathy’s nieces and nephews.

An expression of sympathy in memory of Kathy Doss may be left to the Baring Fire and First Responders, the Knox County Cancer Fund or the Clothes Closet. A memorial may be left at or mailed to the Doss Funeral Home 208 N. 4^th Street, Edina, Missouri 63537.

LaVina Lou Sellman, 75, of Kirksville, Missouri, formerly of Benson, Minnesota, passed away Monday, May 30, 2016, at the Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, Missouri.

Born on March 14, 1941, in Benson, Minnesota, LaVina was the daughter of Leo and Dorothy Wilson Atchison.

LaVina lived most of her life in Benson, Minnesota. She operated LaVina’s Café for a number of years and worked thirty-five years at the Benson Municipal Liquor Store. She moved to Kirksville, Missouri five years ago to be near her daughters.

She was a member of the Pilgrim Congregational Church in Benson and The Crossing in Kirksville, Missouri. She was also a member of the Moose Lodge in Kirksville.

She enjoyed gardening, reading and working on word puzzles.

LaVina is survived by a son, Jason and Thea Slaughter of Danvers, Minnesota; two daughters, Lisa and Gary Shrouf of Hurdland, Missouri and Sara Williams of Kirksville, Missouri; two brothers, Bob and Margaret Atchison of Deming, Washington and Charley Atchison of Kirksville, Missouri; three sisters, Anita and Milton Armstrong, Laura and Tim Winston all of  Kirksville, Missouri and Dori Atchison of Las Vegas, Nevada; seven grandchildren, Cole, Kaine, Austin, Jerrod, Josie, Jessie and Megan; six great grandchildren, Issac, Bryce, Wyatt, Kora, Olivia and Jon Luke; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Dorothy Atchison; two husbands, Leonard Slaughter and Leroy Sellman; a son, Jamie Slaughter; a brother, Lee Atchison; three sisters, Judy Halbe, Sheree Atchison, and Bonnie Burns; and two grandsons, Billy and Jesse Shrouf.

LaVina’s wishes were to be cremated and the family will have private services at a later date.

Doss Funeral Home in Edina, Missouri is in charge of arrangements.

Theodore Eldon “Ted” Mann, of Edina, Missouri, passed away Monday, May 30, 2016, at the Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, Missouri.

Ted was born on December 19, 1931 in Peoria, Illinois, the son of Noble E. and Imogene Gertrude Leinweber Mann.

On September 3, 1955, in Petersburg, Illinois, Ted married Bonnie Beryl Tuttle.

Ted and Bonnie lived in Shelbina, Missouri where he worked for Threkelds Plumbing, before moving to Edina, Missouri, in 1964, when Ted started working for MoDot. He retired in 1994 with 31 years of service.

Bonnie and Ted worked a Kettle Corn Stand for more than 30 years at local and regional events. They were members of the First Baptist Church in Edina, Missouri.

Ted is survived  by his two sons, Gregory Eldon and his wife Glenda Mann of Quincy, Illinois and Richard Dale and his wife Shelly Mann of Hurley, Mississippi; two daughters, Debra Jean Asbury of Little Rock, Arkansas and Janet Lea and her husband David Mitchell of Edina, Missouri; three brothers, Nobel William “Bill” and his wife Ruth Mann of Newark, Missouri, Fredrick Lee “Fred” and his wife Mila Mann of Fallbrook, California, and Daniel Emerson “Dan” and his wife Florence Mann of Fayette, Missouri; a sister, Gail and her husband Warren Forrest of Columbia, Missouri; thirteen grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws, several foster children and a host of friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie Mann on June 1, 2103, a daughter, April Kay, in infancy; a great grandson, Joseph Aden Reaser and his parents, Noble and Imogene Mann.

A memorial service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 4, 2016, at the Doss Funeral Home in Edina, Missouri, with Pastor John Bode officiating.

The family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m. until service time on Saturday at the funeral home.

Burial will be in the Newark Cemetery in Newark, Missouri at a later date.

An expression of sympathy in memory of Ted Mann may be left to the First Baptist Church, the Knox County Cancer Fund, Clothes Closet or the Newark Cemetery.  A memorial may be left at or mailed to the Doss Funeral Home 208 N. 4th Street, Edina, Missouri 63537.

Pearl Lois Vandiver Hauptmann, age 104, of Macon, Missouri, passed away Thursday, June 2, 2016, in Loch Haven Nursing Home in Macon, Missouri.

Born at Locust Hill, Missouri, on December 29, 1911, Pearl was a daughter of Robert and Myrtle Troutt Vandiver.  She had two sisters Jewel Daugherty and Helen Taylor, and one nephew, Elwood Dale Daugherty, and a special friend Charlotte Boedeker, all deceased.
Pearl united in marriage with Edward Hauptmann of Kirksville, Missouri, on August 10, 1930. He preceded her in death on July 16, 1990. They were a devoted and loving couple, working together during their many years.  She served as a secretary in his office, accompanying him and his students to conventions and contests, as a sponsor.  She lived in Atlanta, Missouri, LaPlata, Missouri, Mount Ayr, Iowa, Macon, Missouri, Edina, Missouri, Moberly, Missouri, and then back to Macon, Missouri.
She was a graduate of the Kirksville Senior High School, attended the University of Missouri in Columbia, Missouri, and took adult special education classes at Iowa State University at Ames, Iowa.
Pearl was a member of the Presbyterian Church, taught Sunday school classes of young children and teenage youth groups, sang in the church choir, and helped in the women’s organizations of the church and other organizations and clubs throughout the years. She was a regular attendee of church when health permitted and enjoyed giving of herself to others.
She leaves a special friend Joe Boedeker of Macon, Missouri; Edward’s niece, Mary Anna and Vic Eaton of Plymouth, Minnesota; Elwood’s wife, Marilyn Daugherty of Moberly, Missouri; one great nephew, Kevin Daugherty of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; two great nieces, Kerry Carnahan of Moberly, Missouri, and Kelly Lester of Lohman, Missouri; cousins and many friends.
A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4, 2106, in the Linville Mausoleum in Edina, Missouri. Ron Troutt will officiate for the service. Arrangements are under the direction of the Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home in Edina, Missouri.
There will be no visitation.
Memorials are requested to the College of the Ozarks, Point Lookout, MO, 65276. Memorials may be left at or mailed to Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1, Edina, MO, 63537.

Virgil “Keith “ Bishoff, age 75, of LaBelle, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2016, in Harry S. Truman Memorial Veteran’s Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

Born February 14, 1941, in Lewis County, Missouri, Keith was a son of Roy and Pearl Hise Bishoff.  He was a 1959 graduate of Williamstown High School, Williamstown, Missouri

He married Joyce Glasford on June 20, 1965, in the Providence Baptist Church in Williamstown, Missouri.  To this union a son, Dale Keith Bishoff was born on April 1, 1968.  He was preceded in death by his wife Joyce in 2005 and his son Dale in 1991, his parents, two brothers Kenneth and Karol, four sisters Donna Hudnut, Gynell Hudnut, Louise Ridgely, and an infant Frankie Bishoff.

Dale served with the Illinois National Guard, 126th Supply and Service Company.  Keith was honorably discharged in 1969, upon returning from Vietnam.  He was a member of Ayer Boatman V.F.W. Post # 4342 in Kahoka, MO, the Deer Ridge Trail Riders and Missouri Long Riders.

Keith retired from the Missouri Department of Transportation after 41 years working in the Monticello shed, then the LaBelle shed.  He spent his retirement enjoying time with friends, riding horses and working in his garden.

Surviving are one brother, Karl Bishoff of Canton, MO and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, June 4, 2016, in the Coder Funeral Chapel in LaBelle, Missouri.  Pastor Shawn McAfee will officiate the services.  Burial will be in the Providence Cemetery at Williamstown, Missouri.

Musical selections will be “Silver Wings” and “Go Rest High On That Mountain”.

Casket bearers will be Steve Hudnut, Paul Hudnut, Richard Hudnut, Vernon Hudnut, Curtis Hudnut and Anthony Bishoff.

Honorary bearers will be Deer Ridge Trail Riders.

Visitation will be Friday, June 3, 2016, after 4 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Coder Funeral Chapel in LaBelle, Missouri.

Memorials may be made to the Providence Cemetery and may be mailed to or left at Coder Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 151, LaBelle, Missouri 63447.

Carla L. South, age 63,  of Kahoka, MO, died peacefully early Tuesday, May 31, 2016, at her home surrounded by family.

Carla was born April 26, 1953 in Keokuk, IA, a daughter of George W. and Mary Elizabeth “May Beth” Statler LeMaster.

On October 13, 1973, she was united in marriage to Chester L. South in Wayland.

Survivors include her husband, Chester, of the home; one brother George W. (Linda) LeMaster of Wayland, MO; four sisters, Colleen South, Connie Handyside, and Martha (Randy) Ewart, all of Wayland, MO and Jeri Nell (Mrs. Kevin) Bradley of Centerville, IA; as well as nieces and nephews and their families; cousins, and other relatives.

She was preceded in death by her parents; an infant brother, Merle Wayne LeMaster; brothers-in-law and sister-in-law: Larry South, Richard Handyside, Delores and Gerald Lambert, and Jerry South.

Carla was a 1971 graduate of Clark Co. R-1 High School.  Following graduation she worked a brief time at the former King’s Food Host in Keokuk and then for the National Garment Factory in Memphis, MO.  She worked there until she was involved in a vehicle accident in which she almost lost her life.

Carla attended the First Baptist Church in Luray  and the Women’s Missionary Union of the First Baptist Church in Kahoka.  She also volunteered at the Clark Co. Food Pantry and the Sever Memorial Library.

Carla was an excellent cook and loved to crochet and knit.  Each Christmas friends and relatives were recipients of one of her homemade gifts prepared with her time, energy, and love.  She loved animals, especially cats.

Carla let her light shine through her humor and smiles as she greeted everyone she met.  She shared her love through her letter ministry to prisoners who looked forward to hearing from her with her letters of encouragement interlaced with her amusing thoughts.  Carla’s greatest love was for her Lord and Saviour.  Chester was blessed to know each morning the first thing he would find would be Carla sitting reading her Bible and praying for others.

Funeral services were held Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Luray, MO with Pastor Rex Link officiating.   Special music was congregational hymns “Victory in Jesus” and “Joy to the World” with Mrs. Betty Jo Smith, pianist.

Pallbearers were George LeMaster, Robert LeMaster, Donnie Lamber, Steve Wood, and Zack Wood.

Burial was in Sand Cemetery in St. Francisville, MO.

Memorials in lieu of flowers were suggested to Gideon’s International, Clark Co. Local Cancer Fund or the Billy Graham Evangelical Association.

Arrangements were handled by Wilson Funeral Home in Kahoka.

Armand Joseph Allard, age 84, of Kahoka, MO, died on Monday, May 30, 2016, at his home in Kahoka.

At his request, cremation rites have been accorded and there will be no visitation or services.

The family was assisted by Wilson Funeral Home in Kahoka.  On-line condolences may be expressed at www.wilsonfuneralservice.com.

Phyllis E. Zipprich, age 88, of Luray, MO, died peacefully on Tuesday, May 31, 2016 at her home.

Phyllis was born July 20, 1927 in Peoria, IL, the daughter of Roy and Elizabeth Grace Breedlove Garnes.

On August 7, 1946 she was united in marriage to Charles O. Zipprich.  He preceded her in death on October 5, 2002.

Survivors include three sons, Roger Zipprich of St. Louis, MO, Charles Zipprich of Omaha, NE and Kevin (Teresa) Zipprich of Deland, IL; one daughter, Denise Zipprich of Luray, MO; thirteen grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; as well as other relatives.

She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; a sister, Patricia Fuller; and great-great grandsons, Liam and Levi Ferdig.

Phyllis graduated from high school in Peoria and was employed by Caterpillar and later by J.K. Williams Distilling.   Her family moved to Missouri in 1974 when her husband was hired to teach at the Revere School.  She spent the rest of her life as a homemaker.

Phyllis was a member of the Luray Methodist Church.  She loved the outdoors, particularly fishing and gardening.  She was a very intelligent lady who loved to challenge herself with difficult crossword puzzles and spent time daily doing so.

At her request, Phyllis has been cremated.  There will be no services or visitation.

The family suggests memorials to the Shriners’ Crippled Children’s Hospital.  Most of the men in her family had been active Shriners.

The family has been served by Wilson Funeral Home in Kahoka, MO.

On-line condolences may be expressed at www.wilsonfuneralservice.com

Funeral services for William Joseph “Bill” Kirchner, 77, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.

Mr. Kirchner passed away at 2:50 p.m., Thursday, June 2, 2016 at his home.

He was born September 14, 1938, at St. Patrick, Missouri, to John Nicholas Kirchner and Anna Marie Ellison Kirchner. On November 26, 1960, he was married at St. Patrick, Missouri, to Janet Baugher. Bill worked in his family business, farming, trucking and seed sales. Mr. Kirchner lived in St. Patrick until his retirement in 2001 when he moved to West Plains, Missouri. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus for sixty years and was active on the local and state levels; after his God and family, it was his greatest love. Mr. Kirchner was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

He is survived by his wife of fifty-five years, Janet Kirchner of the family home; one daughter, Sherry Lox and husband, Mark, West Plains, Missouri; and one sister, Kathleen Uhlmeyer, Canton, Missouri.

Visitation will be from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Interment of cremains will be at a later date in St. Patrick, Missouri. Memorial contributions may be made to Missouri Knights of Columbus vocations fund, St. Mary’s building fund or American Cancer Society and may be left at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.robertsondrago.com.