Vassalli, Bette Ann, age 82, of Goddard, entered this world on Dec. 14, 1933, in Bourbon, MO, and went to her Lord on Monday, June 20, 2016. Bette was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was greatly loved by all who knew her and will be dearly missed. After high school, she completed business college and went to work for the railroad. She met her husband of 63 years, Dale, in Bourbon, MO, where they married in 1952. They moved from Kansas City into the Wichita, KS area in 1973. She loved being a mother and was actively involved serving as Brownie leader, PTA volunteer, Cub Scout leader, and classroom Mom. She was the stay-at-home-mom for the neighborhood children as well. After moving to Goddard in 1975, she went to work at the IRS where she retired as the secretary to the Chief of Criminal Investigations. She and Dale traveled extensively around Europe and throughout the US for many years. She is survived by her husband; son, Dale, Jr., of Austin, TX; daughter, Cindy Poteete (Tom) of Goddard; son, Gregg (Kirsten) of Wichita; daughter, Kim Roskam (Grant) of Wichita; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Eleanor Nicholson; step-father, Sylvester Nicholson; father, Vernon Mecomber. Visitation beginning at 9:00 AM followed by the Funeral Services at 10 AM, Sat. June 25, both at Goddard United Methodist Church, 300 N. Cedar St., Goddard, KS, 67052. Burial service will follow at Greenwood Cemetery, 6231 W. 47th S., Wichita, KS 67215. Memorials have been established with Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS 67202.

Ronald D. Erickson, 55, passed away on Sunday, June 12, 2016. He was born in Grants, NM on November 13, 1960. He was a proud graduate of the University of Kentucky with a degree in chemical engineering and worked for 31 years in the chemical industry. He worked his way up through management ranks and led several sites as plant manager.

In all of Ron’s life, he never met a person who did not like him. He was a shining star with a generous and compassionate heart. He was a wonderful and caring father, brother, son, nephew and friend, truly one of a kind.

Ron was a die-hard Kentucky Wildcats fan and enjoyed trout fishing, golfing and playing Bluegrass music on his mandolin with his brother, Billy. He had an easygoing personality with a big heart and talent for just about anything. He was adventurous, fearless and always willing to try new things and excelled in anything he attempted. We will miss him dearly.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill (deceased 5/2/004) and Mary Ann Erickson (deceased 3/11/2016) of Elizabethtown, KY.

He is survived by his daughter Katelyn Erickson; sons Phillip Erickson and Brad Erickson; brother Bill Erickson (Marlene); sister Katherine Williams (TC III); nieces Kristen Jannings (Shane) and Mary Elizabeth Williams; nephew TC Williams IV; great nephews Brayden Jannings and Noah Jannings; and uncle Bob Erickson.

Visitation was held Saturday, June 18, 2016 at Highlands Funeral Home in Louisville, KY. Memorial contributions can be made to the C.A.S.T. For Kids Foundation at CASTforkids.org.

Condolences can be sent to Highlands Funeral Home Book of Memories, in memory of Ronald Dean Erickson.

Elsie Jane Kirk (nee Mastin), Elsie, was Mother to her three children, Kathy Fehlig (Ken), Pattie Browning and Charles “Chap” Kirk (Sue); Loving Dano (grandmother) to 7: Ryan Fehlig (Laura) , Kara Swofford (Sam), Kelly Trimble (Josh), Jesse Kirk, Nikki Jones (Jim), Shannon Browning (Pat), and Tyler Kirk (Cami); great-grandmother to 8: Finley Trimble, Aleksandr Fehlig, Addison Trimble, Reese Trimble, Stella Swofford, Scott Swofford, Russell Jones and Caia Kirk.

She was born in Spring Bluff, the youngest of  seven children, to Kate and Jess Martin, living much of her early childhood in the very house that she resided until her death. Her family moved to St. Louis in the early 40’s and she graduated from Maplewood High School in 1943 at the age of 17. Her 27 year marriage to Charles Kirk ended in divorce in 1972. She was employed by Angelica Corporation/Life Uniform Co. for many years, which gave her the opportunity to travel the U.S. until she was able to retire.

Elsie was a remarkable individual; she loved her immediate and extended family, hosting the renowned annual family reunions since 1982. Even in her retirement, she had the zest for life, the drive and interest to accomplish things and the incredible energy, which was envied by many!! She was extremely independent; though in her later years she had spent the winter months in St. Louis with her daughter, Pattie when April came she couldn’t  wait to return to her home to plant flowers and resume hosting “game day” with her group of family and friends.  She had a passion for decorating and to this day it’s doubtful that anyone had participated in as many garage sales.

She had an undying faith in Jesus; active in Spring Bluff Missionary Baptist church and was re-baptized in 1990 to reaffirm her belief.  All of those left behind will grieve her passing, but are so very thankful that she lived a full and healthy life, that in death she did not suffer, and she will be graciously received in her eternal heavenly home.

Memorial funeral services were conducted at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 18, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan, MO with Pastor Bob Murphy officiating. 

All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home. Sullivan, MO.

Robert E. Hudson, of Sullivan, MO, passed away Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at the age of 93 years.

Bob was born on May 22, 1923 to the late Emanuel E. Hudson and Mary S. (Shulte) Hudson in St. Louis, MO. He was raised in Oran, MO until the time of his father’s death at the age of 9. During a camping trip to Meramec Caverns at the age of 13, Bob got his first job. He started by tying bumper stickers to cars…ending his 49 year career there as General Manager. During those years, he met many movie stars and painted advertisements on barn roofs across MO.

During World War II, Bob joined the Army. He was placed in the Army Air Corp where he served as Flight Engineer on the B-29 in the South Pacific.

Shortly after returning from the war, he married his sweetheart Betty Pruett on April 6, 1947. They were married for 64 wonderful years. To this union three children were born; Betty Ann, Judy Mae and Robin Ellen.

Bob and Betty retired to Florida where Bob pursed his love of painting, long walks on the beach, sunbathing and crafting.

Left to mourn the passing of Bob is his daughter; Robin Sohn and husband Roger of Sullivan, two son’s in law; Leonard Butts and Butch Terry all of Sullivan, four grandchildren; Lynn Bockover and husband John of Holden, MO, Jennifer Glaser and husband Tommy of Sullivan, Matt Terry of Wentzville, MO and Angie Hahn and husband Dean of Sullivan, 10 great-grandchildren; Samantha, Livi, Ozzie, Cody, Grace, Cassidy, Chris, Brody, Kaitlyn, and Kelsey.

Bob was preceded in death by his wife; Betty Lou Hudson, two daughters; Betty Ann Butts and Judy Mae Terry and one granddaughter; Sherri Lynn Butts.

Funeral services were conducted at 1:30 p.m. Friday, June 24, 2016 at Grace United Methodist Church in Sullivan with Pastor Maggie Gann officiating. Interment was in Midlawn Memorial Garden, Union, MO with full military honors. Visitation was held from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, at the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.

All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.

Victor L. “Biddie” Froelker, of Gerald, MO, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on the afternoon of June 18, 2016, at Mercy Hospital in Washington. He had reached the age of 88 years, 10 months and 21 days.

Victor was born July 28, 1927, to the late Victor Amos and Lillian Elizabeth (Toelke) Froelker on his family farm outside of Gerald where he resided his entire life. He was united in marriage to Virginia Havener on August 7, 1948, at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Gerald.

The couple built a home on the Froelker family farm where they were blessed with three children. The family attended church services at Leslie United Methodist Church where Victor was a lifelong member.

He was a graduate of Union High School, class of 1945. After graduation he was an apprentice at West Gate Electric in Troy. He went on to be an electrician for over 50 years and was founder of Big Creek Electric Inc. He was one of the first electricians to bring electricity to the rural homes.

Though many would describe Victor as a quiet and peaceful man, he was passionate about many things and enjoyed several hobbies. He served on both the Crawford Electric Co-Op and the Cedar Fork Insurance boards for over 30 years; he was an avid bowler, participating in league bowling competitions for many years; a lifelong farmer who loved raising cattle, baling hay, and planting crops. Farming was a hobby he grew to love from his father and grandfather. He spent many hours with his father restoring tractors, several that he proudly showed off at the Owensville Thresher’s Show. After retirement Victor could be found many evenings in his recliner watching Fox News, enjoying a Pepsi and some chocolate.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Jane Click; nephew, John Click; and son-in-law, Robert Drewel.

His survivors include his wife of almost 68 years, Virginia Froelker of the home; sons, James Froelker and wife, Terry and Jerry Froelker all of Gerald; daughter, Janice Drewel of Creve Coeur; grandchildren, Brian Froelker of Denton, TX, Chad Froelker and wife, Justine of St. Louis, Becky Pomerleau and husband, Jeremiah of Cupertino, CA, Jennifer Crosby and husband, Brad of Owensville, Grant Drewel and wife, Annie of St. Louis, Thomas Drewel of St. Louis, and Jeffrey Froelker of Gerald; great-grandchildren, Garret, Tucker, Alexis, and Jack; and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Funeral Services were held on Wednesday, June 22 at 11 a.m. at Leslie United Methodist Church in Leslie with Rev. Pam Quigley officiating. Interment followed at the Leslie United Methodist Church Cemetery.

The family was served by Gottenstroeter Funeral Home in Gerald.

Michael Sanford Halmick of Bourbon, Missouri passed away Saturday, June 25, 2016 at the age of 61 years.

Michael was born on November 6, 1954 to the late Warren Peter Halmick and Mae Marie Gamble Halmick at Sullivan, Missouri. Mike grew up in Sullivan and attended and graduated from Sullivan High School class of 1974. He was employed as an Ironworker with Local 396 in St. Louis, Missouri for many years. For several years he worked in the Marshall Islands as an Ironworker. After retirement Michael enjoyed hunting, fishing and shooting his guns.

He is survived by his brother; Guy Halmick of Sullivan, Missouri, nephew; Kyle Halmick, aunts, uncles, cousins other relatives and many friends.

Along with his parents, Michael was preceded in death by one brother; Craig Wright.

Michael was buried at Crow Cemetery Sullivan, Missouri at 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 1, 2016. All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, Missouri.

Christopher J. Peters Johnson of Rosebud, Missouri passed away Thursday, June 23, 2016 as the result of an accident at the age of 24 years.

Christopher was born on March 17, 1992 at St. Louis, Missouri to Christopher E. Johnson and Dawn Coggins. He grew up in the Sullivan area and attended Sullivan schools. Christopher enjoyed listening to music, being outdoors, camping, tattoos, watching movies and spending time with his family and many friends. Christopher was crazy about his daughter Kaylie and loved spending time with her most of all.

He is survived by his daughter; Kaylie Johnson and her mother, Alyssa King,  his mother; Dawn Coggins of Rosebud, Missouri, father and step-mother, Christopher and Heather Johnson of Sullivan, Missouri, grandparents; Sharon Coggins and companion, Frank Buskuehla of Leasburg, Missouri, Kenny Tanner and wife Debbie of Warsaw, Missouri, Phyllis Kelly of Bourbon, Missouri, special uncle; Jim Johnson of Sullivan, Missouri, four brothers; Dustin Johnson, Christian Jones, Shawn Schollmeyer and David Patterson, two sisters; Brooke Carnes and husband Rob and Kiara Jones, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and many friends.

Christopher was preceded in death by his grandfather; Charles Coggins.

Christopher was cremated. A celebration of his life was held at his grandmothers Sharon Coggins on Saturday, June 25, 2016. All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, Missouri.

Terry R. Kick of Sullivan, Missouri passed away Sunday, June 26, 2016 at the age of 42 years.

Terry was born on January 11, 1974 in St. Louis, Missouri to George R. Kick and Peggy A. Cordes Frazer. He attended Spring Bluff and Sullivan High School. On June 11, 2011 Terry was united in marriage to Katie Elizabeth Moore at Meramec State Park. He was employed by Eberlin Boats as a boat technician for the past four years. Terry was a jokester who loved to make people laugh. He would help anyone in need and enjoyed fishing, boating, and car racing. He loved his wife and family and will be missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife; Katie (Moore) Kick of Sullivan, Missouri, his parents; Peggy and Terry Frazer of St. Louis, Missouri and George and Julie Kick of Stockton, Missouri, grandmother; Ann Bretz of St. Louis, Missouri, one brother; Rich Kick of Sullivan, Missouri, two step-brothers; Chad Hill of Neosho, Missouri, Jeff Frazer of St. Louis, Missouri, three step-sisters; Tiffany Kick of Springfield, Missouri, Ashley Kick of Grove, Oklahoma and Cassandra Hill of Stockton, Missouri, father in law; Doug Moore, mother in law; Connie Pfitzinger,  two sisters in law; Tiffany Moore and Nickie Browne and husband Pete, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services will be conducted 10:00 a.m. Thursday, June 30, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, Missouri with Pastor Sean Adams officiating. Cremation will follow. Visitation for Terry Kick will be from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, at the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, Missouri. Donations to the Kaden Keller Foundation are appreciated.

Those who desire may sign the on-line guestbook for Terry at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Mariska Mackenzie Witt of Sullivan, Missouri passed away Saturday, June 25, 2016 at the age of 2 years and seven days.

Mariska was born in Saint John’s Mercy Hospital at Washington, Missouri on June 19, 2014 to Martin and Brianna (Peterson) Witt. She was known as a child with a lively personality and was developing a caring and loving disposition. Mariska was quick to learn and was just beginning to learn her numbers. Being a very active baby, she loved the outdoors and especially swimming. Mariska had many enjoyable moments kicking soccer balls and playing with her Cardinal baseball.

She is survived by her parents Marty and Brianna of Sullivan; a sister, Autumn Witt of the family home; grandmothers, Miriam Witt of Sullivan and Diane Peterson of Bourbon; great- grandfather, John Peterson of Bourbon; aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Mariska was preceded in death by her grandfather, Charles Witt and her grandmother, Vera Peterson.

Funeral services were conducted 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 1, 2016 from the Chapel of the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan with the Rev. John Roach officiating. Interment was in Odd Fellows Memorial Cemetery, Sullivan, Missouri. Visitation was held from 5-8 p.m., Thursday evening at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan. Friends may sign the family’s guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Dr. Dennis C. James, age 69, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, passed away Saturday, May 21, 2016, at Hospice of West Alabama after a long battle with lung cancer. Dr. James is survived by his sister Margaret A Carey and husband Steve, of Sullivan, MO; brother David M. James, of Sullivan, MO; nephews Ryan C. Carey and wife Rhonda, and Reece Carey; his 97 year old Aunt Georgia Lippies, of Dallas TX; and numerous cousins from Missouri and Indiana.

He was preceeded in death  by his parents, Marvin and Ann James; grandparents, Harlan and Ida James, and Charles and Naomi Henry, and infant sister Dianne.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service was held on Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at the Sunset Funeral home of Tuscaloosa, AL where family, friends, and colleagues  reflected upon Dr. James life, accomplishments, and shared experiences. There were twelve friends of Dr. James who spoke at the service. Dr. James, who was known to friends and family as Denny, or DJ, was born on January 20, 1947 and was a native of Sullivan, MO, where he spent his childhood and youth. Dr. James attended St. Anthony Grade School and graduated from Sullivan High School in 1965. He received  his  Bachelor of Science in Home Economics in 1969 followed by his Master of Arts degree in Interior Design in 1971 from the University of Missouri. He received his Doctor of Philosophy from the University Of Tennesee in 1977.

Dr. James joined the faculty in the College of Human Environmental Science, Department of Interior design at the University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, as an Instructor in 1971 to begin a career that spanned 33 years. Over time, Dr. James rose through the ranks retiring as Associate Professor Emeritus in August 2004. Throughout Dr. James professional career, he was known as an energetic participant, an innovator, and early adopter of technology in the classroom. He was known as a great teacher and a productive scholar. Dr. James served on numerous campus wide committees, such as the UA Research Advisory Board, and 15 years of service with theAccreditation Committee, which involved trips to Universities all over the country.

Dr. James leisure activities included his favorite sport of swimming, and was a great booster of the YMCA. He was a long time member of the UA Gourmet Club, and greatly enjoyed his many years of volunteer time with the DCH hospital.

He was a great fan of automotive innovation, and always enjoyed the latest car designs. He greatly enjoyed traveling, both foreign and domestic.

He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and colleagues at the University.

Brian Christopher Midyett, of Arnold, Missouri, passed away Sunday, July 3, 2016 at the age of 30 years.

Brian was born on October 25, 1985, in St. Louis, Missouri, to William Brian Midyett and Gloria Ann (McKay) Midyett. He attended Sullivan Elementary School (in Sullivan, MO), attended Sullivan High School (in Sullivan, MO), graduated from Fox High School (in Arnold, MO) in 2004, then earned his bachelors degree in Psychology at Missouri Valley College (in Marshall, MO) in 2009.

Brian was a happy, friendly person, who was always smiling, laughing, and full of life. He was a great singer (both in high school choir and out). He loved sports and excelled at basketball (which he played at both high school and college level). He had a great sense of humor and a sensitive side, loved his family, enjoyed movies and music, was interested in various cultures, could dress up (or down) with the best of them, and fit in well with people of every walk of life.

He is survived by his father: William, mother: Gloria, step-mother: Denise (Scherr) Midyett, grandmother: Lovetta (McKee) Midyett, grandmother: Judy Smith; siblings: Jimmy and Vickie (Midyett) Kilburn (children: Ian, Logan, Anna, Austin), Kyle Midyett, Justin and Laramie (Powell) McGinley (children: Liam, Ella), Matt Davis, and Drew Davis; aunts and uncles: Les and Pam (Midyett) Stenger, Mike and Brenda (Midyett) Adams, Brad and Cheryl (Midyett) Radosh, Linda Midyett, Bob Midyett, Robert Jr. and Valarie (Hill) McKay, Christopher and Melissa (McKay) Collings, Wade and Susan (McKay) Martin, Cindy (Hicks/Sullivan) McKay, Darrell and Jennifer (Donner) McKay, Thomas McKay, Joel and Gail (McKay) Levin, and Glenn McKay; cousins: Michael and Tsi (Magosha) Adams (children: Thabo, Trinity, Alex), James and Stacy (Stenger) Bewig (children: Dylan, Cheyenne, Johnny, Wyatt), Aaron and Mellanie (Adams) McElyea (children: Andrew, Brianna, Caden), Eric and Emily (Monroe) Stenger (child: Abby), Jennifer Stenger, Candi (Radosh) Collins and Ronnie Siebert (children: Alyssa, Lucas, Abby), Matt Radosh, Robert McKay, Tiffany McKay, Ashley Collings, Cricket Martin, and Steven Martin; and many more relatives and countless wonderful friends from school, work, and life.

Brian was preceded in death by grandfather: Johnny Midyett, grandfather: Bobby McKay, step-grandfather: Jessie McKay, grandmother: Annie (Sullivan) McKay, and step-uncle: Donnie McKay.

Visitation was held at Heiligtag-Lang-Fendler Funeral Home in Arnold, Missouri on Friday, July 8, 2016 from 3 pm to 8 pm.

Brian was laid to rest at Upper Indian Cemetery in Viburnum, MO, on Saturday, July 9, 2016, following a service there at 10:30 am.

Matthew F. McWilliams of Bourbon, Missouri passed away Thursday, June 30, 2016 at the age of 64 years.

Matthew was born on Jan. 6, 1952 to the late Ralph and Thelma Worley McWilliams in Kirkwood, Missouri. He grew up in Eureka and graduated from Eureka High School. He was very close to his grandparents, Hugh and Marie McWilliams, living with them on the farm and commuting to school. Matt earned a Bachelor’s Degree from St. Louis University and was self-employed as a Horse Trainer for over 30 years. He loved animals, especially horses, hunting and fishing. Matt participated in many Bass Master’s Tournaments.

He is survived by his daughter, Bridget Garner and husband Derick of Athens, Georgia, two grandchildren; Emma and Vivien Garner, two brothers; Lyle McWilliams and wife Judy of Peculiar, Missouri, Hugh McWilliams and wife Victoria of Leland, North Carolina, uncle and aunt; Keith and Marjorie McWilliams of Ballwin, Missouri, nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.

Mr. McWilliams was preceded in death by his parents; Ralph and Thelma McWilliams and grand-parents; Hugh and Marie McWilliams.

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, July 16, 2016 at the Eaton Southside Chapel, Sullivan, Missouri.

Memorials to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation are appreciated. All arrangements are under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home.

C. Dale Murphy of Bourbon, Missouri passed away Saturday, July 2, 2016 at the age of 89 years, 11 months and 23 days.

C. Dale and his twin brother Clifton Neal were born on July 9, 1926 on the Murphy homestead to Clifton and Betty (Page) Murphy. A brother Dean welcomed the twins and completed the Murphy family.

World War II began and brother Dean joined the Marines. In 1944 the twins joined the Navy at the age of 17. C. Dale served in the Pacific Theater. Both were honorably discharged but their brother Dean was fatally wounded in Iwo Jima and did not return.

On August 11, 1951 C. Dale married the love of his life Emma C. Cartwright and to his union a daughter, Debra Dale and son, Douglas Dean were born.

In 1954 C. Dale began a long and successful career with the United States Postal Service. His career took the family from Bourbon to Joplin, Springfield and St. Louis retiring in 1983 to the Murphy Homestead. He participated in the founding of Peoples Bank of Bourbon and later enjoyed auctioneering, beekeeping and working to make the homestead better than when he received it. C. Dale was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bourbon since 1946, Lifetime Booster supporter and participated in many community projects. He was also a member of American Legion Post # 81 for 70 years. C. Dale loved his God, Family and Country.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Emma (Cartwright) Murphy of Bourbon, Missouri, a son; Douglas Murphy and wife Kelly of Bourbon, Missouri, one daughter; Debra Young and husband Larry of Springfield, Missouri, three grandchildren; Lauryn Kelly and husband Noah, Christopher and Chad Murphy, his twin brother, Dr. Clifton Murphy and wife, Billie of Columbia, Missouri, nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.

A Memorial service was conducted at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, July 9, 2016 at First Baptist Church Bourbon, Missouri with Full Military Honors to follow.

Memorials to First Baptist Church of Bourbon or the American Legion Post 81 are appreciated. All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, Missouri.

Jean C. Delaney of Sullivan, Missouri passed away Sunday, June 26, 2016 at the age of 78 years.

Jean was born on October 24, 1937 in Sullivan, Missouri to the late Clyde Edward Neff and Fannie Leona (Hamm) Neff. She lived the majority of her life in the Sullivan, Bourbon, Leasburg areas. Jean and her husband owned and operated the Friendly Inn for many years. Jean was a very social and outgoing person and she enjoyed working crossword puzzles and listening to music in her free time.

She is survived by one son; Marty Delaney of Leasburg, Missouri, one daughter; Jennifer Gazaway and husband Jeremy of Union, Missouri, three grandchildren; Dakota and Kristen Lackey and Kaydon Gazeway, two sisters; Virginia White of St. Louis, Missouri and Mary Jane Best of St. Louis, Missouri, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services were conducted at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan, Missouri with Pastor Kyle Phillips officiating. Cremation followed the services. Visitation for Jean Delaney was held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, Missouri.

Friends may sign the family’s on-line guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Pearl Mastin, of Sullivan, MO, passed away Friday, July 8, 2016 at the age of 95 years and three months.

Pearl was born in St. Clair, MO on April 8, 1921 to the late Jess and Lillian (Manning) Hawkins. She made her home in the St. Clair area until her marriage.  On October 20, 1940, she was united in marriage to Ray Mastin and to this marriage five children were born of which a son, Gary preceded her in death. 

Pearl was a devoted mother and homemaker and she and her husband owned and operated the Spring Bluff Store. One of her greatest pleasures was mowing grass.  Pearl mowed, by push mower, up to 2 acres which she stated to everyone that that’s how she got her exercise and enjoyment of the outdoors. Living to the age of 95, she has set the example for many people.  Pearl also found pleasure in scrapbooking, canning and playing cards. She was known as an ideal mother, providing for her family and devoting unconditional love to them all. Family gatherings, especially on Sunday, were special times for Pearl where she would prepare dinner and afterwards, plays games and cards.  She accepted the Lord as her Savior at age 92 and attended Spring Bluff Baptist Church.

She is survived by three sons, Kenneth Mastin and wife Pat, Ronnie Mastin and wife Jane and Michael Mastin and wife Mariam all of Sullivan; one daughter, Pam Stack and husband Paul of Sullivan; two sisters, Louise Hana of Tucson, AZ and Virginia Claspill of Sullivan; 10 grandchildren,15 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.

Along with her husband, Ray, and son, Gary, Pearl was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Hawkins, and three sisters, Barbara Pinnell, Margaret Bailey and Elsie Carroll.

Funeral services were conducted 11 a.m., Tuesday, July 12, 2016 from the Chapel of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO, with Pastors Bob Murphy and Warren Brewer officiating.  Interment was in Cave Spring Cemetery, rural Sullivan, MO.  Visitation was held from 4-8 p.m., Monday, July 11, 2016 from the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to Spring Bluff Baptist Church. 

Friends may sign the family’s online guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Phillip (Rocky) Terris, of Sullivan, MO, passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at the age of 73 years, 10 months and 29 days.

Rocky, as he was known by his family and friends, was born August 7, 1942 at Sullivan, MO to Alexander “Rocky” and Mary Margarette (Blanton) Terris and was raised by his grandparents, Jesse Virgil and Minnie (Benson) Blanton of Sullivan.

Rocky graduated from Sullivan High School in 1960 and later, honorably served his country in the U.S. Navy as an aviation electronics technician on board the aircraft carrier USS Forrestal.  After his discharge, he became employed at McDonnell Aircraft as an electronics supervisor and retired as an industrial engineer in 1991.  Rocky then started his own sign and graphics business (Terris Signs & Graphics) which he delighted in until his death. He enjoyed and excelled at artwork, drawing and computer related graphics. Rocky was fond of woodworking, building model railroads and earlier in his life loved boating, fishing and metal detecting.  He also took great pleasure in his pet dogs.

He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Barbara Terris nee Saul of the family home; one son Jon Terris of St. Charles, MO, the high school class of 1960 which were like family to him and stayed close to them over the years; a lifelong friend which was like a brother to him, John Sullivan of Tucson, AZ; other relatives and a host of friends. Rocky was preceded in death by his uncle and aunt, Virgil and Imogene Blanton, a cousin Debbie Blanton Sites and a favorite great uncle, Tom Blanton and also, his good friend Junior Bobbitt of Sullivan, MO. 

A Celebration of Life was held on Sunday, July 17, 2016 from 1-4 p.m., at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Hall with full military honors.  Arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.

Anyone interested in the genealogy of Rocky may login to ancestry.com and search for the Terris family tree which includes Blanton and Bensons. 

Friends may sign the family’s online guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Michael E. Parnell, of Bourbon, MO passed away at his home on Friday, July 8, 2016 at the age of 55 years.

Michael was born on July 21, 1960 at Ft. Hood, TX to Thomas and Dorothy (Brewer) Parnell.  He was raised in Cuba, MO and attended Cuba and Bourbon High Schools. Michael was employed at Paramount Apparel and was shipping supervisor for the Walmart Division. 

On September 17, 1993, he was united in marriage to Dianna Eckert in Bourbon, MO. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Bourbon and was known as a fun-loving and caring individual. He enjoyed fishing and camping and St. Louis Cardinal Baseball.  Michael was also known as a workaholic and was meticulous in his yardwork and keeping his yard manicured.

He is survived by his wife Dianna Parnell of the family home; two sons, Christopher Crow of Rolla, MO and Michael Piersall and wife Kayla of Steelville, MO; a daughter, Alicia Villemure and husband Phillip of Cuba, MO; one brother, Terrance Parnell and wife Kathleen of Bourbon, MO; three sisters, Brenda Brendel of Bourbon, Debbie Isgrig and husband Stanley also of Bourbon and Janice DeLorenzo and husband Mark of Pacific, MO; 13 grandchildren; other relatives and friends.

Along with his parents, Michael was preceded in death by two children, Cody and Casey Edwards and step-dad, Frank Keogh.

Funeral services were conducted 11 a.m., Tuesday, July 12, 2016 from the First United Methodist Church of Bourbon with Pastor Mary Avizenis officiating. Interment was in Bourbon Cemetery. Visitation was held from 4:30-8 p.m., Monday at the First United Methodist Church of Bourbon. Flowers are appreciated and expressions of sympathy may be made to HALO, the United Methodist Church of Bourbon or Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hospital Foundation in the name of Michael Parnell. 

Funeral arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.

Deborah Lea Bolin nee Weirich, of Leslie, MO, passed away at her home on Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at the age of 65 years, 11 months and 16 days.

Debbie was born in Sullivan, MO on July 22, 1950 to Virgil and Earlene (Seaton) Weirich and was a life-long resident of the Sullivan-Leslie area.  She was a graduate of the Class of 1968 at Sullivan High School, after which she held employments in various vocations throughout the area. Debbie enjoyed family genealogy, gardening and fishing. Her true love, however, was her time with family and grandchildren and family dinners. On August 30, 1968, she was united in marriage to Alfred Bolin in Sullivan and to this marriage two daughters were born.

She is survived by her husband Alfred of the family home; two daughters, Julie Bolin of Sullivan, MO and Angie Reed and husband Dennis of Leonardtown, MD; her siblings, the Mike (Charlene) Weirich family of Sunset Hills, MO, the Fran Carter family of Sullivan and the Lynn Woolley family of Sullivan; six grandchildren, Darren Reed and wife Sara, Hannah Reed, Heidi Reed, Garrett Whitener, Erica Reed and Drew Baker; other relatives and friends. Debbie was also preceded in death by two brothers-in-law; Jim Carter and Mark Woolley.

Funeral services were conducted 10 a.m., Monday, July 11, 2016 from the Chapel of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO with Pastor Bob Murphy officiating. Interment was in the Martin-Weirich Cemetery, Leslie, Missouri. Visitation for Mrs. Debbie Bolin was held from 4-6 p.m., Sunday at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan. 

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Spring Bluff Baptist Church.  Family register book at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Elmer Lewis Ware, of Cuba, MO, was born on June 23, 1930 in Cuba, MO to the union of Jesse and Annie (Osborn) Ware and left from this life on Monday, July 11, 2016 at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City, MO at the age of 86.

Elmer proudly served in the United States Marine Corps, during the Korean War Conflict, from December 1951 till December 1953. He earned the National Defense Medal.

Elmer was a residential carpenter most of his life and he owned and operated a Ware Trucking Company in his later years. Elmer was a longtime member of Delhi Baptist Church and he enjoyed farming, cattle, flying his airplane and hunting.

Elmer was a loving husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, great uncle and friend of many. He will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Elmer is preceded in death by his parents; former wife Bonnie (Chance) Ware; wife Janice Ware; one daughter Ellen Denise Ware; five brothers Floyd, Roy, Marvin, Edwin and Virgil Ware and other family and friends,

Those who are left to treasure his memory and to continue his legacy are his wife Mary Lou (Doyle) Ware of Cuba, MO; two sons Don and wife Pam Ware of Rolla, MO, Kevin and wife Cindy Ware of Bourbon, MO; three step-children Linda and husband Steve Smith of Vienna, MO, Dennis and wife Rita Cahill of Vienna, MO, David and wife Franky Cahill of Dixon, MO; three grandchildren Tina and husband Scott Gibbs of Steelville, MO, Christina Ware of Lebanon, MO, Tim and wife Diane Ware of Bourbon, MO; seven great-grandchildren Alexandra, Brandon, Joshua and Clara Gibbs, Mackenzie, Jesse and Eric Ware; one brother Charles Ware of Cuba, MO; seven step-grandchildren, six step-great-grandchildren, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Visitation was held on Saturday, July 16, 2016 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Mizell Funeral Home 904 W. Washington St., Cuba, MO. Special music was “In the Garden”, “Because He Lives” and “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”.

Funeral service was held on Saturday, July 16, 2016 1 p.m. at Mizell Funeral Home with Pastor Joe Bruno, officiating.

Interment, prayers and full military honors will follow at Delhi Cemetery, Cuba, MO.

If desired, memorials may be appreciated to the American Cancer Society or the USO.

The Mizell Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Ware family.

Agnes Frances Hanlen of Sullivan, MO, passed away on Sunday, July 10, 2016 at the age of 101 years.

Miss Hanlen was born at Sullivan, MO, on February 27, 1915 to the late Jeremiah and Anna (Rowan) Hanlen. She was a long-time resident of the Sullivan area and member of Saint Anthony Catholic Church. Miss Hanlen was a well-known self-employed seamstress and upholsterer.

She is survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.

Along with her parents, Miss Hanlen was preceded in death by three brothers, Joseph, Leo and Vincent Hanlen, and two sisters, Helen “Nellie” Hanlen and Ceclia Fulton.

Graveside funeral services were conducted at 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 13, 2016 in Saint Anthony Catholic Cemetery.

All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.