Virginia Dale Umfress, nee Ledbetter, of Bourbon, MO, was born on August 25, 1929 in Solgohachia, AR, to the union of William Miles and Hazel Beatrice (Tice) Ledbetter and she left from this life on Saturday, July 16, 2016 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO at the age of 86.

Virginia was united in marriage to William RB Umfress on February 19, 1944 in Rector, AR, and to this union seven children were born Donald, James, Peggy, Betty, Paul and two infant daughters.

Virginia worked several years as a CNA at Sullivan Hospital and at Redwood Manor. She was baptized and professed her faith in Christ most of her adult life. She enjoyed reading her Bible, attending church, crocheting, puzzles and listening to gospel music. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends.

She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many. She will truly be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Virginia was preceded in death by her parents; husband William RB Umfress; two infant daughters; one sister Heneritta Rhoades; one brother Eddy Lee Ledbetter; three grandsons Jimmy Umfress, Wm. Daniel Clark and David Salie.

Those who are left to treasure her memory and to continue her legacy are her five children Donald Umfress of Leasburg, MO, James and wife Nancy Umfress of Cuba, MO, Peggy and husband James Salie of Columbus, Georgia, Betty and husband Gary Monda of Sullivan, MO, Paul Umfress of Sullivan, MO; one brother Charles and wife Vivian Ledbetter of Leasburg, MO; ten grandchildren Donald II, Derick and Brock Umfress, Travis and Robbie Umfress, Kimberly Galloway and Brian Salie, Scot Monda, Natasha McIntosh and Kevin Umfress; numerous great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and many friends.

Visitation was held on Friday, July 22, 2016 from 5-8 p.m. at Mizell Funeral Home 904 W. Washington St. Cuba, MO.

Funeral service was held on Saturday, July 23, 2016 11 a.m. at Mizell Funeral Home with Pastor Woodrow Martin, officiating.

Interment and final prayers followed at Delhi Cemetery, Cuba, MO.

If desired, memorials would be appreciated to Delhi Cemetery.

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

Emma J. Dunn, of Bourbon, MO, passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at the age of 92 years, seven months, and 27 days.

Emma was born in Webster Groves, MO to the late Harry and Jennie (Baker) Comfort. She was raised in Webster Groves as a child and attended and graduated from the former Bristol High School. On December 27, 1941, Emma was united in marriage to Edward Joseph Dunn in Glendale, MO and to this marriage seven children were born. When her husband was in the service, she moved the family to Bourbon and has been a resident of the area since then. Emma was very active in community events and organizations and was a true Bourbon Booster. She was co-editor of the Bourbon Beacon for 11 years and a member of the Ozark Regional Library Board for some 15 years. She enjoyed the local history of Bourbon and Crawford County and authored two books on the subject. Emma was also a member of the Bourbon American Legion Auxiliary Post #81 and the Garden Club. She enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid birdwatcher and of course her favorite bird was the Cardinal.  Emma was a devoted member of the First United Methodist Church of Bourbon.

She is survived by two daughters, Kathleen Summers and husband James of Bourbon, MO, Susan Treece and husband Earnest of Bourbon; four sons, David Dunn and wife Charlotte of Bourbon, Richard Dunn and wife Bev of Walnut Grove, MO, Patrick Dunn and wife Judy of Rolla, MO and Paul Dunn and wife Faith of Bourbon; 19 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; and 4 great-great-grandchildren, a daughter-in-law, Janice Dunn.

Along with her parents, Emma was preceded in death by her husband Edward on April 15, 2005, a son, Harry Dunn, a brother James Comfort and a sister, Helen Hill.

Funeral services were conducted 11 a.m., Saturday, June 23, 2016 from the First United Methodist Church of Bourbon with Pastor Mary Avizenis officiating. Interment was in Hill Cemetery.  Visitation was held Saturday morning at the First United Methodist Church in Bourbon from 9 a.m. until time of services at 11 a.m. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Bourbon. Funeral arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Bourbon, MO. 

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

Faye Ann Wieda, of Sullivan, MO, passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at the age of 56 years, five months and 20 days.

Faye was born January 30, 1960 in Washington, MO to Shirley Blankenship and Gordon Immekus. She was a life-long resident of the Sullivan area and graduated from Sullivan High School, Class of 1978. Faye later enrolled at Four-Rivers Vocational School and attained her Licensed Practical Nurse certificate. Faye was employed at various long term heath care facilities which include, Meramec Nursing Center in Sullivan, Dunsford Court, Mary Mount Manor and Lutheran Senior Services.  She was known as a giving and selfless wife, mother and grandmother. Faye loved quilting and embroidery work and was also a crafter. She had made quilts for all of her children and grandchildren and while ill, she made “milestone” crafts for her loved ones including letters and cards. Faye was a member of Saint Anthony Parish of Sullivan.

She is survived by her husband Brad Wieda of the family home; one son, Tommy Tod and wife Melissa of Sullivan; three daughters, Christina Tod of Union, MO, Stacy Blankenship and husband Ryan of Bourbon, MO, and Donni Sieckmann and husband Kurt of Owensville, MO; one step-daughter, Megan Powers and husband Kenny of St. Clair, MO; her mother and stepfather, Shirley and Jerry Burcham of Sullivan; one brother, Richard Immekus and fiancée Louisa Tullock of Bourbon, MO; 12 grandchildren;  her pets Fester, the cat and Zoey, a Boston Terrier; other relatives and friends.

Faye was preceded in death by her grandparents, Al and Elsie Blankenship and George and Leona Immekus; also her parents-in-law, Benjamin and Kathleen Wieda.

Funeral services were conducted 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 26, 2016 from Saint Anthony Catholic Church in Sullivan with the Rev. Father Paul Telken officiating.  Interment in Holy Martyrs of Japan Cemetery. Visitation was held from 4-8 p.m., Monday, July 25, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Saint Anthony School.  Masses are also suggested in the name of Faye Wieda. 

Register book may be signed online at www.eaton funeralhome.com.

Minnie Lee Betke, 82, of Sullivan, MO, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2016.

Minnie Lee was born on November 5, 1933, in Sullivan, MO, to the late Fred and Hilda M. (Collins) Crow. She attended and graduated from Sullivan High School class of 1951. On June 11, 1954, Minnie was united in marriage to Paul John Betke in Bourbon, MO and two children; Steve and Lena were born to their union. Minnie was employed for over 40 years by Paramount Cap Factory in Bourbon where she started working as a secretary and was eventually promoted to District Manager. After retirement, Minnie cared for her husband Paul until his passing in 2013. She enjoyed crocheting, taking walks and baking. Minnie was a longtime member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church where she participated in the Ladies Aide.

She is survived by her son Steve Betke and wife, Debbie of Sullivan and her daughter Lena Archambo and husband Pat of Sullivan; a sister, Anna Marie Halmich of Sullivan; a brother, Dean Crow and wife Alice of Sullivan; four grandchildren:  Hannah Betke of Sullivan, Abigail Pipkin and husband John of Lake St. Louis, MO, Joshua Archambo and wife Casey of Enid, Oklahoma, and Justin Archambo of Sullivan; three great grandchildren: Maddison, Olivia, and Elliot Archambo of Enid, OK; three sisters-in-law, Hilda Crow and Rovina Schebaum both of Sullivan, and Mary Ann Clark of Hawaii; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Minnie was preceded in death by her husband, Paul in 2013; her parents, Fred and Hilda Crow; a brother, Don Crow; and three brothers-in-law: Grant Halmich, Otto Schebaum and Wendell Clark.

Services will take place 10 a.m., Thursday, July 28, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan. Interment in I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Sullivan. 

Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m., Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Matthew’s Lutheran Ladies’ Aide of Sullivan. 

Register book may be signed online at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Sandra “Sandy” Kaye Ard, 40, of Bourbon, formerly of Sullivan, passed away late Friday, July 22, 2016.

She was born December 26, 1975 in Town & Country, MO, the daughter of Chester and Sharon (Inglish) Ard. 

For the most part, Sandy grew up and attended school in Sullivan, graduating from Sullivan High in 1994. That same year, her life was forever changed when she welcomed her precious son, Shawn into the world. Shawn was born with Cerebral Palsy and Sandy devoted the rest of her life to advocating for not only him but others with special needs. In 2005, her beautiful daughter, Anastacia was born. Though Sandy was employed at various places in Sullivan, her passion was caregiving to others.  She was involved with Home Health Care the past twelve years.  Sandy and Jason met in 2010 and their relationship grew into a wonderful romance.  They had plans to be married and to even purchase a home.  Together they enjoyed date nights, watching movies, and do-it-yourself projects. 

Sandy loved trees and plants, animals, and reading. Most of all, she will be remembered as a caregiver to all and putting others before herself.  She will be missed by many family and friends.

She is survived by the love of her life, Jason Barton; a beloved son, Shawn Ard and daughter, Anastacia Abling both of Bourbon; her parents, Chester Ard and his wife Victoria of McKenzie, TN and Sharon Inglish of Stover, MO; three sisters:  Shari Chapman and husband Dan of Gray Summit, MO, Kelly Ford and husband David of Fenton, MO and Bethany Gray of Florida; four nephews: Justin Ard and wife Danielle of Union, MO, Nicholas Chapman of Gray Summit, MO and James and Wolfe Gray of Florida; and four nieces: Amanda and Kirsten Chapman both of Gray Summit, MO and Rosemary and Kaitlyn Ford, both of Rolla, MO.

Sandy is preceded in death by her grandparents.

Services were conducted at 12 p.m. noon on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan.  Per Sandy’s wishes, cremation will take place following the service.

Visitation was held from 10 a.m.-12 noon on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan.

Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family online at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Emma Mae Huff, known to all as Mae, of Lonedell, MO, departed this life at her home, surrounded by the love of her family, on July 27, 2016, having reached the age of seventy-nine years, one month and twenty-six days.  Mae was born in Sullivan, MO, on May 31, 1937, daughter of George Fred Mueller and Bessie Mae Mueller nee Baldridge. On October 20, 1957, she was united in marriage to Francis Edward Huff and two children came to bless this union.

Mae is survived by her husband, Francis Huff of Lonedell, MO; by her daughter, Paula Woods, of Lonedell; by two grandchildren, Matthew A. Woods and Stephanie Gilbreath, both of Lonedell; by eight great-grandchildren; by one brother, Curtis E. Mueller and wife, Carol, of Potosi, MO; by one sister, Clara Cornman and husband, David, of Sullivan, MO; by nieces, nephews, great and great-great-nieces and nephews, cousins and many friends.

Mae was preceded in death by her parents, George and Bessie Mueller; by her son, Mark A. Huff, and by one sister, Joy Gargus.

Mae was a Christian and current member of Prospect Baptist Church in Lonedell, MO. During her working years, she was employed as a machine operator for Brown Shoe Company in Union, MO.  She remained with the company for about ten years and then made caring for her home and family her career.  She enjoyed many things and always stayed busy, doing crafts, working in her garden and baking.  She was an avid reader and loved nature and spending time outdoors.  She looked forward to the Summer months when the many humming birds she fed would return.  Mae was happiest when she was surrounded by her family and many wonderful memories have been created.

Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 30, 2016, at Russell Colonial Funeral Home in St. Clair, MO, with the Reverends Steve Hodges and Paul Faulkner officiating. Private committal will take place at a later date. 

Memorials may be made to the family in care of Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO.

John “Gene” Richards, Jr., 94 of Sullivan, formerly of St. Clair, passed away peacefully at his home early Friday, July 29, 2016.

He was born March 18, 1922 in Bourbon, MO, the son of John Edward Sr. and Anna May Richards (McClain). Gene grew up and attended school in the area and was a lifelong resident.  He started work at former MacDonnell-Douglas Corporation, now Boeing, and spent 24 years as a cockpit inspector.  Gene met the love of his life, Margot Reichenberg and they were united in marriage December 23, 1944 in Granite City, IL.  Together they shared nearly 72 years with each other and enjoyed many memories, including entertaining others. They resided in St. Clair for nearly 49 years before moving to Sullivan in 2007.  Gene was a musician, he especially loved to play bass guitar and especially specialized in singing “Cattle Call”.  He also loved fishing, hunting, and trapping over the years.

Gene is survived by his loving wife, Margot; a nephew Charles Richards of Kansas City, MO; a niece, Golden King of Cuba, MO; a great niece, Debbie Richards of Kansas City, MO; and special friends, Harold and Dorothy Weiskopf and family; the family dog, Foxy Lady. 

He was preceded in death his parents; three brothers:  Jesse, Benny, and Jason; and four sisters:  Alice, Dorothy, Betty, and Florence.

Services were at 11a.m. Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at First United Methodist Church in Bourbon. Burial will follow the luncheon at Midlawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Union, MO.

Visitation was held from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at First United Methodist Church in Bourbon.

Memorial contributions may be made to either the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society. 

Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Clyde A. Weston III, of Sullivan, MO passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at the age of 77 years.

Beloved husband of 57 years to Diana; devoted father to his daughters Tina McColl of Sullivan and Kathleen (David) Vogler of New Melle, MO; treasured grandfather of Caitlin (Brandie) McColl and Brandon Northcott; cherished great-grandfather of Bryce and Emily; loving brother to John Weston, Cook Station, MO, Audrey Johnson of Sullivan, Carol (Bryan) Taylor of Sullivan, Karen Pierce of Moscow Mills, MO. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Along with his parents, Clyde was preceded in death by his grandson, Cameron McColl and brother in law, Ray Johnson.

Clyde was a hardworking man, having spent over 25 years with Sachs Electric, which he would retire from working as an electrical engineer. He designed for many projects throughout his career including the St. Louis Arch and the original Busch Stadium. During his career and into retirement he and Diana shared a love of their many different pets. He enjoyed spending his time outdoors and working on projects around his home. He had the humor of a seasoned comedian, the knowledge one could only wish for, and the desire to never stop trying. Clyde was a wonderful man who will be missed dearly by all who knew him.

Visitation for Mr. Weston was from 1-2 p.m. Saturday, July 30, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, Missouri.

Memorial funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday July 30, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home, 347 N. Clark Street, Sullivan, MO.

All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home.

Catherine “Cathy” Joyce Bolin nee Rushing, 57 of Sullivan passed away Wednesday, August 3, 2016 in St. Louis.

Cathy was born April 30, 1959, daughter of Gene Rushing and Barbara nee Hurt.

Cathy was employed at Paramount Head Wear in Bourbon for 11 years until moving to Ace Manufacturing in Sullivan where she was employed for 15 years.

She enjoyed fishing, camping, barbequing and hanging out at the river with friends and family.

Cathy was mother and friend to everyone, very generous, giving a helping hand to anyone needing it.

Cathy was preceded in death by her father, Gene Rushing; her daughter, Brooke Bolin and one brother, Rodney Rushing.

She is survived by her son, Kevin Kyle Rodney Bolin of Sullivan; her daughter, Nicole Immekus and husband Richard of Sullivan and Amber Bolin and fiancé Johnnie Brown of Sullivan; companion, Gary Alliston of Houston, MO; her mother, Barbara Osborn and husband Gary of High Ridge; brothers, Gene Rushing of Camdenton, Dorro Rushing of Sikeston; one sister, Kylee Ray and husband Todd of High Ridge; eight grandchildren, Ricky Saunders, Jerin Bolin, Austin Miller, Cauy Miller, Arien Bolin, Kami Miller, Gracie Immekus and Brendon Immekus; one great-grandchild, Brock Bolin; aunts; uncles; nieces; nephews; cousins; other relatives and many friends.

Visitation will be 10:00 to 12:00 noon on Saturday, August 13, 2016 at Midlawn Funeral Home, Union. Funeral services will be held 12:00 noon on Saturday at Midlawn Funeral Home, Union with Pastor Charles Idleman officiating. Visit www.midlawn.com for an online register book.

Memorial donations to the family c/o Midlawn Funeral Home.

Arrangements by Midlawn Funeral Home, Union.

Gladys Elizabeth Erxleben, nee Edwards passed away July 28, 2016, at the age of 93 years.

She was born in St. James, MO on April 22, 1923, to Thomas Wallace Edwards and Lillian Mae Cooper Edwards. Her family moved to the Sullivan area where she was raised. She lived most of her life in Sullivan and the surrounding area. On November 8, 1942, she was united in marriage to Clyde Alvin Erxleben in Old Monroe, MO and to this union three children were born, Gloria Jean, Steven Edward, and Clyde Douglas.

When Gladys’ husband joined the Armed Forces in 1943, she followed him to North Carolina and lived in a small apartment with friends. During this time, Gladys recorded in a notebook where and for what she spent every penny. She kept this notebook all of her life and shared it with her children and grandchildren and others when she and Clyde celebrated their 50th, 60th, and 70th Wedding Anniversary.

When her children attended Sullivan Public Schools, Gladys worked as a cafeteria cook. Her children knew they couldn’t get away with anything, because their mom was right there at school with them.

Her hobbies included sewing, ceramics, quilting, crocheting, cooking and baking, and cake decorating.

Gladys was an active member of Temple Baptist Church and while able, she helped with Summer Bible School for over 40 years.

She was a very loving mother, mother in law, grandmother, and great grandmother. She loved to have parties for the grandchildren for almost every occasion. Her grandchildren loved to have a “sleep-over” at Grandma’s house, because she would let the girls come and stay over or all the boys come and stay over. For many years, she prepared Sunday dinner and had all of her family come to eat. She was a very accomplished cook and baker. Every Christmas she made cookies for her family and cookies were made and taken to the nursing homes and to the home bound, who were unable to bake their own.

Gladys will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her husband of 73 years, Clyde Erxleben of Sullivan, one daughter; Gloria Stack and husband Glenn of Sullivan, two sons; Steven Erxleben and wife Maggie and Doug (Clyde) Erxleben and wife Teresa all of Sullivan, three sisters; Lillian Davis, Florence Thurman and Mary Monda and husband Buel, nine grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

Gladys was preceded in death by her parents, brothers; Wallace, Harry Clifford and Thomas Edwards and a sister; Ethel Blanton, two grandsons; Gregory Woodrow Stack and Chad August Erxleben.

Visitation was from 9-11 a.m. Monday, August 1, 2016 at Temple Baptist Church in Sullivan, MO.

Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Monday at Temple Baptist Church with Pastor Scott Perry officiating. Cremation will follow with private inurnment.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Challenge to Build Fund at Temple Baptist Church and the Alzheimer’s Association of MO.

All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home.

Our world lost a whole constellation, not just a star, when Dale Jenkerson passed on Monday, July 25, 2016, because he meant a lot to so many people. Dale’s last inspiring accomplishment was his five-year valiant battle with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Dale never let ALS destroy his strong spirit. Refusing to complain or be a “patient”, he did things his own way until the end. 

Dale was born in Crawford County, MO to George and Alice (Coffman) Jenkerson, January 10, 1939. They moved to the Pacific Northwest in the late 1940’s. He graduated from Jefferson High School in Portland, OR in 1957. Dale proudly served in the United States Marine Corps Reserves – Semper Fi!! He retired as a mail carrier from the United States Postal Service after 33 years of service. Following retirement, Dale took delight in delivering flowers for Nancy’s Floral in Gresham, OR. There wasn’t any place he couldn’t find on the map and he was delighted in working with his flower family for 20 years.

Often referred to as “Mr. Guitar Man,” Dale was a musician from the inside out. Influenced by his dad, he started playing guitar when he was very young. Many people credit Dale with their interest and ability in playing music. He could play any stringed instrument and he enjoyed the recording process, sometimes playing all the “back up” instruments himself as the tracks were laid down. Dale’s love for sharing music with his friends was a big part of his life until the end. Though his voice was taken early from ALS and he could barely hold his guitar, he showed a friend how to play a special song on the guitar just hours before his passing.

Always up for adventure, Dale loved visiting historic sites and traveling the back roads. He had an unquenchable thirst for history and spent hours studying historical details. Family and friends loved camping and hunting with him – two of Dale’s most favorite pastimes. He knew how to do it right! Fast cars and racing were in his southern blood and the family tradition continues. The Jenkerson Racing Team includes his son, Ric, who races Dale’s ‘62 Dodge, while his other two sons, DeWayne and Ron, act as support.

Throughout his life, Dale’s generous spirit and kindness never wavered. He helped and encouraged each person he met, leaving every place he went better than how he found it.

Dale is survived by the love of his life, wife Betty, son DeWayne Lee and wife Sandy of Culver, son Ronald Dale and wife Shayne of Cornelius, son Richard Norman (Chico) and wife Julie of Portland, and daughter Jeanne Monzon of Gresham. Grandchildren include Jo-Al, James, Nick, Kaitlyn, McKenzie, Wyatt, Jacob and Rachel. Also surviving is brother Norman and wife Mary, loving sisters and brothers-in-law, and beloved nieces and nephews. In addition, favorite cousins in Missouri and many much-loved and cherished friends will miss him deeply.

Please join us as we celebrate Dale’s incredible life on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at 2 P.M., at Rock Creek Community Hall, 13301 S.E. 172nd (Sunnyside Road), Happy Valley, OR, 97015.

In lieu of flowers, contributions to help find a cure for ALS through the HYPERLINK “http://www.alsa.org/”ALS Association are greatly appreciated.

If you would like to order flowers, please contact Nancy’s Floral in Gresham (503) 661-0911.

Walter L. Krone, 76 of Sullivan, passed away Tuesday, August 2, 2016.

He was born September 6, 1939 in Vienna, MO, the son of Leonard and Ruby (Franklin) Krone. Walter’s family moved to Belle, MO as a child where he attended school and later was united in marriage to Lorene L. Nilges on August, 5, 1959. They moved to the Sullivan area in the 60’s where they raised their three children and resided ever since. His main occupation was as a tram operator with the Pea Ridge Mines where he worked for 27 years.

Walter was a man that touched the lives of everyone whom he came into contact with. Even the aides that took care of him said he reminded them of their grandpa or dad and would even come in with their kids to visit him on their day off. Walter went through many trials, but he never let them keep him down. He was a true example of how God uses trials to build our strength and develop our relationship with him and he did just that. Walter was the strongest man, we as a family knew, as well as a man of God. Never once losing his faith through all his hardships. He was a funny man who loved to laugh, joke with his family when we visited and always had a silly face reaching to hold our hand and telling us he loved us.  It would be very rare to walk in the room and not see “Family Feud” on his television. Walter also loved his westerns, Cardinals games, and being read to from the Bible by his family due to his passion to know the Lord. He loved playing Bingo over the years with Lorene before she passed and could have spent every day with a fishing pole in his hand. Through the years, we enjoyed sitting and listening to him sing all day long. He loved his guitar, country music and never liked to pass an opportunity to join in on “karaoke” with some Johnny Cash and George Jones. He loved old cars, especially his son Mike’s Camaro. Walter could watch out the window for hours at his humming birds and then talk to us about how many there were that day and all they were doing. However, nothing was more important to him then his family. He brought so much love and joy to our lives and will be truly missed. He was definitely one of the greats!

He is survived by his children; Mike Krone and wife Rita of Sullivan, Missy Bryant and husband Lonnie of Sullivan, Tonya Ware and husband Russell of Bourbon, five grandchildren: Michael Bunton of Sullivan, Chase Krone of Sullivan, Cortney Krone of Ballwin, MO, Tessa Cowhick of Bourbon and Leah Starks of Bourbon; eight great-grandchildren, two sisters; Sandy Stone and Juanita Barton both of Jefferson City, MO, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Walter was preceded in death by his wife Lorene Krone and his great-granddaughter Miah Love.

Visitation for Walter was held from 4-8 p.m. Friday, August 5, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.

Funeral services were conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 6, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO with Pastor Derick Ruble officiating. Interment will be in Union Hill Cemetery, Vienna, MO. All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home.

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

Ralph Lee Dornbach, 89, of Sullivan, passed away peacefully at his home Wednesday, August 3, 2016.

Ralph was born in Brussel, IL, to the late John and Veronica (Telkamp) Dornbach. He honorably served his country in the United States Army from November 3, 1945 to December 11, 1946. Ralph was united in marriage to Mary Warrence in 1952 in St. Louis and raised his family there where he was employed in the construction trade as a General Contractor. Mary preceded Ralph in death in 1989 and Ralph retired shortly thereafter. In 1990, Ralph and Beulah moved to rural Sullivan and enjoyed gardening and fishing together over the years. Ralph was an avid pool player and also started the Golden Eagle Gun Club in Brussel while growing up there. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Brussel and St. Stephen’s Catholic Church in Richwood, MO.

He is survived by his wife, Beulah Clubbs; six sons:  David (Theresa) Dornbach of St. Louis, Daniel (Patricia) Dornbach of Robertsville, MO, Dennis (Valerie) Dornbach of Potosi, MO, Dale (Janette) Dornbach of St. Genavieve, MO, Doug Dornbach of Florida, and Duain (Kathy) of Sullivan; two daughters, Debra Bowers of Manhattan, KS and Denise (Amos) Matlock of Belton, MO; all of Beulah’s family; and numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Ralph was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Donald; a brother, John Jr.; and a sister, Lee Schneider.

Services were conducted at 12 noon, Friday, August, 5, 2016 at Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan. Burial will follow at St. Stephen’s Catholic Cemetery at Richwoods, MO.

Visitation was held from 10 a.m. until noon, Friday, August, 5, 2016 at Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan.

Marie J. Setzler, 100, of Tiffin, passed away Sunday morning, August 7, 2016, at Friedman Village Assisted Living in Tiffin.

She was born October 7, 1915, in Fayette County Iowa, to Arthur and Mildred (Roys) Shambaugh. She married Howard Setzler at St. Jacobs UCC Church in Republic, and he preceded her in death.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Mary Weis of Attica, a son, David (Brenda) Setzler of Sullivan, MO, six grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren, and eight great-great- grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, a son in-law, Leo Weis, and a niece Sandra and a nephew Arthur.

She was a member of St. Jacobs United Church of Christ, the Women’s Guild, Church Women United, Union Grange, and she volunteered for several years at Fairhaven Home in Upper Sandusky. She enjoyed baking, sewing, quilting and traveling.

Marie first taught school at Jackson-Burgoon Schools, and from 1959 until 1980 at Attica and Seneca East Schools, retiring in 1980.

Funeral services were at 11 a.m., Wednesday, August 10, 2016, at St. Jacobs United Church of Christ, CR. #38 Republic, with Rev. Mark Booster officiating. Burial followed at St. Jacobs Cemetery Republic.

Visitation was held 10-11  a.m. Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at the St. Jacobs UCC Church Republic.

,Memorial contributions may be made to the church, or Stein Hospice.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.lindseyoldsfh.com. 

Kimberley Dawn Haffer (Wagers) of Rolla, MO, formerly of Sullivan, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2016 at the age of 38 years.

Kim as she was known was born on October 12, 1977 in Kansas City, MO to Elizabeth “Liz” Mayfield Wagers and the late Rev. Ronald Wagers. Kim lived with her family in Kansas City until 1985 when they moved to Sullivan. She was a graduate of Sullivan High School class of 1996 and attended one year of college at MO Southern University transferring to Central Methodist University where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. She later earned a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Special Education. Kim taught for 13 years for various schools in the area until ill health forced her to retire. Kim loved teaching. She was united in marriage to Randy Haffer and they were blessed with a beautiful daughter Victoria. Kim loved her family and serving God. She was a faithful and dedicated Christian who had strong traditional values. She fought her illness bravely and was never afraid. She always had a smile on her face was a great prayer warrior and inspiration to others. In her free time, Kim enjoyed crocheting baby blankets and all of the children in the family had one. She also enjoyed reading Christian romance novels and was known as her “father’s daughter.”

Kim is survived by her husband Randy Haffer of Rolla, her daughter; Victoria Haffer of Rolla, her mother; Liz Wagers of Sullivan, mother and father in-law; Robert and Janet Haffer of Sullivan, her grandmother; Clora Mayfield of Sullivan, siblings; Stacy Pendergrass and husband Joseph of Gerald, MO, Tammy Campbell and husband Coby of Belle, MO, Troy Wagers and wife Stacia of Afton, MO, five nieces and nephews; Anna, Andy and Adalyn Pendergrass, and Carl and Amelia Wagers, other relatives and friends.

Kim was preceded in death by her father; Rev. Ron Wagers and her maternal grandfather; Carl Mayfield and paternal grandparents; Carl and Martha Wagers.

Visitation for Kimberley was held from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan, MO.

Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, August 11, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home with interment in Bourbon Cemetery. Kim’s sister Stacy Pendergrass officiated. Memorials to the family are appreciated.

Arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home.

Mary Catherine Britton, age 50, of Sullivan, MO, passed away Thursday, July 28, 2016.

Mary was born on December 15, 1965 to Jeff and Cynthia (Hines) Hilstrom in Tempe, AZ. She grew up in Tempe and attended and graduated from high school there. After graduation, she joined the United States Army and honorably served her country where she was stationed in Europe, specifically Germany. Mary had made her home in Sullivan since 1985. She was employed as a waitress for most of her working years. She had a big heart and enjoyed pleasing and helping people. She loved her children and grandchildren most of all and will be remembered always by her family and many friends. 

She is survived by three daughters; Heather Webb, Stephanie Webb and Ciara Britton all of Sullivan, her mother; Cynthia Hilstrom of Tempe, AZ, fiancé; Frank Enloe, two brothers; Otto and Michael Hilstrom both of Tempe, AZ, four grandchildren; Emily and Morgan Harmon, Frank Fulliam, Jr. and Christian Reams, nieces, nephews other relatives and many friends.

Mary was preceded in death by her father; Jeff Hilstrom.

A celebration of life will be celebrated at a late time. All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home.

William “Bill” Altmiller, Jr., of Sullivan, MO passed away, Thursday, August 4, 2016 at the age of 86 years, one month and four days.

Bill, as he was known by his family and friends, was born June 9, 1930 in University City, MO to William and Grace (Scott) Altmiller. He was a graduate of University City High School and honorably served his country with the U.S. Navy and retired after 21 years of service. He attained the rank of Chief Data Systems Technician and participated in the Korean and Vietnam War theaters. Bill served aboard the USS Charles S. Sperry (DD-697), USS Antietam (CVS-36), USS Long Beach (CGN-9), USS Belknap (DLG-26) and the USS Oklahoma City (CLG-5) and ended his service at the Fleet Anti-Air Warfare Training Center, San Diego, California. He later was employed at the Naval Undersea Center in San Diego, California from 1971 through 1979. Bill was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, Europe Navy Occupation Service Medal, Asia Navy Occupation Service Medal, two National Defense Service Medals, Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, Korean Presidential Unit Citation, and two Navy Expert Pistol Shot Medals. He was also a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Bill excelled in woodworking; making and repairing violins and was a member of the Violin Society of America.

He is survived by a brother Clarence and wife Rosita of St. Louis, MO, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Along with his parents, Bill was preceded in death by a sister, Nancy Maris.

Funeral services were conducted 11 a.m., Monday, August 8, 2016 from the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO with Pastor Scott Perry officiating. Interment was in Old Cave Spring Cemetery, rural Sullivan with full military honors. Visitation was held on Monday, August 8 from 10-11 a.m. at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Sullivan V.F.W.

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

Kenneth Cullen Lair passed away Sunday, July 31, 2016 at Mercy Hospital, St. Louis, MO.

He embraced life and death with humor. Born in Barn City, IA, June 5, 1937 to Ruth (DeYoung) and Cullen Lair. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Sullivan, MO.

Kenny was a resident of Sullivan, MO since 2007, previously residing in Safford, AZ; St. Louis, MO; Billings, MT; and Southeast IA. He is survived by his children, David Lair, (Consuelo Garcia), grandsons, Gabriel and Alejandro Garcia-Lair of Coralville, IA. Cindy Lair of Boulder, CO. Mindy (Lair) Krawiecki, (Michael) granddaughter, Alexandra of Wildwood, MO. Stepchildren, Barbara Eckert (Tom) grandchildren, Katie and Joe of Sullivan, MO. Edward Musket (Susan) granddaughter, Courtney of Wentzville, MO.

He is preceded in death by his wife Carol Lair, his parents, and sisters Carol and Jeri Ann.

His family extends their deepest gratitude to the staffs of Life Care, Sullivan, MO, and Mercy Hospital of St. Louis.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Long Meadow Ranch, please specify in memory of Kenny Lair – Long Meadow Ranch, http://hsmo.convio.net or by mail Humane Society of MO, 1201 Macklind Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110.

Frank Mason, age 91, passed away on Friday, August 5, at the Clarence Care Center, Clarence, MO. Frank is survived by his wife, Martha of the Clarence Care Center, by his five children, Mark (Ann) Mason of Sullivan, MO, Steve (Nora) Mason of Lincoln, NE, Larry (Laura) Mason of Shelbyville, MO, Linda Mason Dale of St. Joseph, MO, and Ann (Jeff) Bach of Mount Joy Pennsylvania, by 10 grandchildren, including Sarah Rochleau and Maggie Head, both of Sullivan, MO, and by 14 great-grandchildren.

Visitation was  held Tuesday, August 9 at the Greening/Eagan/Hayes funeral home in Clarence. The funeral was on Wed., August 10 at the Clarence United Methodist Church with interment in the Church of the Brethren/Mennonite cemetery in Cherry Box, MO.

All arrangements were under the direction of the Greening/Eagan/Hayes funeral home.

Sharon Ann Smith, of Fenton, MO, formerly of Sullivan, MO, passed away Sunday, August 7, 2016 in Fenton at the age of 61 years, 6 months and 17 days. She was born January 21, 1955 in St. Louis, MO to Harold Wayne Smith and Ella Crocker Smith. Sharon was united in marriage in 1973 to Larry Ray Smith and to this union two children were born.

Sharon worked for several years at McDonnell-Douglas in St. Louis. She always enjoyed planting flowers, gardening and her dog “Matt.” Most of all, she loved her children and grandchildren.

She will be sadly missed by her two children, Larry Scott Smith and wife Jenny of Gerald, MO and Gina Marie Smith and companion Jonathan Spoon of Leasburg, MO; one brother, Rusty Nash and wife Sue of Fenton, MO, one sister, Linda Mindova; sister-in-law, Pat Smith of IL; two grandchildren, Lukas and Ella; two nieces, Patsy Beavin and husband Shannon and Tammy Peach all of IL; one nephew, Harold Smith of IL; other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Wayne and Bobby Smith; and one sister, Linda Mindova.

The Family received friends from 11 a.m. until service time on Saturday, August 13, 2016 at the Britton-Bennett Funeral Home in Steelville, MO.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 13, 2016 at the Britton-Bennett Funeral Home in Steelville, MO with the Family officiating. Special music of “Landslide”, “Tears in Heaven” and “Peace in the Valley” was played.

The Family was served by the Britton-Bennett Funeral Home of Steelville, MO.