Henry County Missouri Obituaries
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ASBURY, Dorothy Louise ADAMSON
b: Jul 4 1906, Hamburg, Fremont Co, IA
d: Oct 21 1994, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Cremation
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Dorothy Louise Asbury, 88, Chilhowee, died October 21, 1994, at the Ridgecrest Nursing Center in Warrensburg. Cremation. Mrs. Asbury was born July 4, 1906, in Hamburg, Iowa, the daughter of John and Jesse Belle (Judge) Adamson. She worked as an LPN at the Walnut Nursing Home in Kansas City for 47 years, retiring in 1965. She is survived by two sons, Chester R. King, Sr., Clinton, and Roy Asbury, Leeton; one daughter, Sally Nunnelly, Independence; 25 grandchildren and 45 great-grandchildren.

ASBURY, Elsie May BURGESS
b: Aug 13 1906, Cooper, KY
d: Sep 17 1997, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Memorial Park Cemetery, Clinton, DeWitt Co, IL
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Elsie May Asbury, daughter of Pierce and Ida Bell (Crabtree) Burgess, was born August 13, 1906, in Cooper, Kentucky, and died September 17, 1997, at Westwood Nursing Center, Clinton, at the age of 91 years. Mrs. Asbury had lived in Clinton, Illinois, before moving to Clinton, Missouri. She was married to Ambie Asbury, who preceded her in death. She is survived by one daughter, Aleen Raines of Clinton; two sisters, Helen Roach of New Castle, Indiana, and Dorothy Goldey, also of New Castle; four grandchildren, Carol Whitehead of Clinton, Charles E. Raines of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Karen Koons of Allen, Texas, and Kenneth Raines of Lane, Illinois, as well as 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel Saturday, September 20. Graveside services were held in the Memorial Park Cemetery, Clinton, Illinois, on Monday, September 22.

ASH, Ernest
b: Mar 15 1933, Sagrada, Camden Co, MO
d: Jul 30 1993, Columbia, Boone Co, MO
bur: Cable Ridge Cemetery, Climax Springs, Camden Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ernest Ash, 60, Windsor, died Friday morning, July 30, 1993 at Ellis Fischel Cancer Center in Columbia. He was born March 15, 1933 in Segrade, Mo., son of Melford T. and Mabel Cline Ash. On November 10, 1952, in Harrison, Ark., he married Jo Ann Jarvis who survives of the home. He is also survived by two daughters, Sharon Knight, Clinton, Rhonda Dick, Windsor; two sons, John Ash and Jim Ash, Windsor; 13 grandchildren; one great-grandson; his mother, Mabel Cline Keaton, Warsaw; four brothers and two sisters; two stepbrothers and three stepsisters. Mr. Ash was a self-employed carpenter and part owner of ACH Construction in Windsor. He also worked for McDowell Tire Co. and Phillips Propane in Warsaw before retiring in 1986 due to failing health. Never letting his illness get him down, he was always willing to help others. Friends and relatives could always count on his advice when they needed help with mechanical work or building projects. In the last two months, he was able to help his daughter, Rhonda, build her cafe. "Ernie" was an avid sportsman. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was always ready to head down to the lake. You could always count on eating fresh mushrooms in the spring and crappie or catfish whenever he went fishing. Funeral services were Monday, August 2, at Hadley Funeral Home. Burial was at Cable Ridge Cemetery, Climax Springs.

ASH, Robert Charles
b: Jul 15 1932, near Pleasant Hill, Cass Co, MO
d: May 2 2007, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery AB-AY, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 4 2007 - Robert Charles Ash died May 2, 2007, at the age of 74 at his home in Clinton. Surviving are his wife G. Pauline, and a brother Billy Lee Ash, Harrisonville. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Lee and Naydean Mahaffie Ash. He was born July 15, 1932, near Pleasant Hill. He graduated from Central High School in Kansas City and attended Kansas City Business College. Robert married G. Pauline Hamblin January 14, 1962. They resided in Overland Park, Kansas, before moving to Clinton in 1995. He was manager of Steve's Shoes on the Landing for 20 years. He then worked as a sales representative for the Eureka Company, retiring in 1989. Robert was an avid bowler and averaged 195/198 and had an 803 series. He served as president and past president of the Kansas City Missouri Bowling Association and was a director in the American Bowling Congress for Kansas City and surrounding area for seven years. He was president of the Landing Merchants Association for eight years, member of the Landing Optimist Club, a lifetime member of Optimist International, president of Nottingham Downs Home Association. Robert's hobby was his home and working in his yard. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 5, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

ASHER, Mabel C.
b: Apr 22 1901, Thayer, Oregon Co, MO
d: Apr 27 1996, near Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Brooking Cemetery, Raytown, Jackson Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Mabel C. Asher, 95, Osceola, formerly of Kansas City, died Saturday, April 27, 1996, at her son's home near Osceola. Mrs. Asher was born in Thayer, and was a longtime Kansas City resident before moving to Osceola in 1992. Funeral services will be Tuesday, April 30, at the Brooking Cemetery, Kansas City. Burial will be in the Brooking Cemetery.

ASHINHURST, Iris Nadine
b: Sep 17 1929, near Fairfield, Benton Co, MO
d: Oct 13 1941, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Shiloh Cemetery, Post Oak Twp, Johnson Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Thurs, Oct 23 1941 - Nadine Ashinhurst died October 13, 1941, at the Clinton Community Clinic, following an operation Sunday for acute appendicitis. This had been her first attack, and her loved ones had no warning that the Death Angel stood so near. Iris Nadine, young daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Guy C. Ashinhurst, was born near Fairfield, in Benton County, September 17, 1929, later coming with her family to live near Brownington. She was in the sixth grade of the Brownington School. During her few short years, she was cheerfully obedient and sweet dispositioned, making friends with all. She was her mother's ever-ready assistant about the home, finding tasks to do without having to be told. She was the family's proud cake baker, and enjoyed sewing for her dolls or as readily neatly mending a tear in her own garments. She is survived by heart-broken parents; an older sister, Geraldine; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Crabtree of Warsaw and Mrs. Mary Ashinhurst of lonia, Kansas. Funeral services were conducted at the Brownington Baptist Church on October 15. Burial was at Shiloh, preceded by a short service at the church there.

ASHLEY, Calvin Eugene
b: Jun 6 1926, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 5 1993, Springfield, Greene Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery AB-AY, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Calvin Eugene Ashley was born June 6, 1926 in Henry County, the son of Gilbert and Anna (Hillbrand) Ashley. He passed away June 5, 1993 at St. John's Regional Heath Center in Springfield, at the age of 66. Mr. Ashley was a veteran of the United States Army. On February 14, 1953, he was married to Darlene Tschabrun, and to this union three children were born. Darlene preceded him in death. On September 14, 1973, Gene married Ruth Elliston. For many years Gene made his home in the Bates City area. He was a power hauler at the Lake City Arsenal for 23 years, retiring in 1988. He is survived by his wife Ruth of the home; two sons, John G. Ashley, Kansas City, and Randall Eugene Ashley, Harrisonville; one daughter, Patricia Lee Culver, Mesa, Az.; his mother, Anna Ashley, Clinton; one brother, Silas Ashley, Independence; four sisters, Kathryn Ashley, Gladstone, Dorothy Ritchie and Lula Calvird, both of Clinton, and Sharon Coffelt, Atwatkee, Az.; two grandsons, Brian Gene Ashley and Eric Eugene Ashley, Harrisonville. He was also preceded in death by his father. Funeral services were Wednesday, June 9, 1993 at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

ASHLEY, Thomas Green
b: Jan 10 1862, Henry Co, MO
d: Aug 6 1937, 2 mi W of Leesville, Henry Co, MO
bur: Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Clinton MO - Thomas Green Ashley died about 3:00 a.m. August 6, 1937, at his home two miles west of Leesville, near Tebo Church, following a stroke of paralysis which came about 12:30 that morning. He awakened his wife, who called for help and medical aid, responses from both being of no avail and his long reverent soul returned to its Maker, whom Mr. Ashley had truly served throughout his life. A daughter, Mrs. J. F. Weidemann of Clinton was at the bedside of her father, who had been in his usual health, taking an especial delight in attending the revival meetings last week at Tebo, enjoying the privilege of dismissing the meeting there last Thursday morning. Thomas Ashley, born January 10, 1862, in Henry County, became an orphan at an early age and was taken into the home of Rev. and Mrs. Thomas Briggs of Tebo, who loved and nurtured him as their own, and on whose farm he lived for 70 years, having inherited part of the original Briggs farm at the death of his foster-parents. In 1882 he married Miss Belle Adair of that community, who was also orphaned early in life. To this union were born nine children, four dying in infancy. Besides his devoted companion of many years, Mr. Ashley is survived by the following children: Mrs. J. F. Weidemann, and Mrs. W. H. Sperry of Clinton: Silas Gilbert and Roy E. Ashley of Sheridan Lake, Colorado. Mrs. G. F. Corley of Kansas City; 11 grandchildren, also a half brother, Lee Ashley of Leesville. The children were all present for the last rites. Mr. Ashley and his bride began their married life near Coal and Hortense but two years later moved to their present home where deceased met his death, keeping the pathway of their married life bright with a beautiful love which shone for 53 years from their last home. The children were all reared in an atmosphere where the church came first and had the privilege of mingling with the best people of the world: those of a kindred spirit who were drawn to the Ashley home by its renowned hospitality and Christian influence. All the children are valued members of the Baptist Church. Deceased was converted when 18 and immediately joined the Tebo Baptist Church, remaining a member until death. He was one of the outstanding religious workers of that community and during his 57 years of attendance there, he competently filled the following offices: Church chorister, deacon, Sunday School teacher, church clerk and trustee, to which tasks the Holy Spirit separated and his brethren called him. His religious activities did not cease with church activity but in his own home were found the same loyalty and intense devotion to God. He and his wife kept open house for every preacher who came to that community, reserving one room for this purpose only, which was kept in constant readiness. They were made welcome and to feel that that was their home. These men of God were given the best entertainment by their host as well as the comforts of life by the hostesses: such was the hospitality extended by Mr. and Mrs. Ashley for 50 years. Mr. Ashley listened to each call of service, and no matter at what time of day he was so informed, he stopped his work and filled his various offices to the best of his ability. Of the vast crowd of people for the Tebo church, who gathered Sunday, many were those Mr. Ashley had served some time during his life, smoothing the rougher places in the path of life, helping to lift the heavy burdens of his fellow man as far as he was able. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at Tebo Church. Burial was in the cemetery close by and amidst the sorrowers who would have twice-filled the church.

ASKINS, Virginia Carol THOMPSON
b: Oct 28 1933, Urich, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 29 1994, Owensboro, Daviess Co, KY
bur: Owensboro Memorial Gardens, Owensboro, Daviess Co, KY
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Virginia Carol Thompson Askins, 60, 1906 E. 18th Street, Owensboro, Kentucky, died Saturday, Jan. 29, 1994 at Owensboro-Daviess County Hospital. She was born in Urich, the daughter of the late John Marshall and Edna Mae Fann Thompson. She was formerly employed by the Hallmark Co. of Kansas City and was a member of the Presbyterian Church. Survivors include her husband of 34 years, Charles W. Askins; two sons, David C. Askins and Joseph D. Askins, both of Owensboro; a brother, John Robert Thompson of Columbia; and three sisters, Mrs. Robert F. (Donna) Keener of Tulsa, Ok., Mrs. Robert S. (LaVerne) Angle of Clinton, and Mrs. Harold L. (Elizabeth) Hoey of Marshall. Services were Monday at Glen Funeral Home, Owensboro, Burial in Owensboro Memorial Gardens.

ASLIN, Bruce Joseph
b: May 7 1949, Santa Monica, CA
d: Mar 27 2004, Cameron, Clinton Co, MO
bur: Cremation
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 1 2004 - Bruce Joseph Aslin, 54, formerly of Sedalia, died Saturday, March 27, 2004, in Cameron. He was born May 7, 1947? (1949), in Santa Monica, California, to Joseph Benjamin and Madelyn Jean Rowe Aslin. On December 17, 1976, he married the former Loretta Leafty, in Cameron. She survives of the home. Mr. Aslin was a graduate of Oregon State University and received his Master's Degree in Psychology. Surviving are his father, Joseph B. Aslin, Port Orchard, Washington; two sons, Joseph Benjamin Aslin and Bruce miles Aslin, both of Sedalia; three daughters, Madalyn Harrison, Twilah Aslin of Sedalia and Sarah Aslin of Kansas; four brothers, Jerry Aslin, Mark Aslin, Danny Aslin and Duane Aslin; one sister, Sharon DuMond of Salem, Oregon; nine grandchildren, Joseph, Duane, Robert D. E. Harrison, Dennis, Starlah Rain, Jesse, Danial, Amber and Holly. He was preceded in death by his mother and one brother Joe Aslin.

ASTNER, Margaret Matilda TURNER
b: Dec 25 1916
d: Sep 28 2006, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
bur: Helton Cemetery, Goldsberry, Macon Co, MO
arr: McLaughlin Funeral Chapel, Sedalia, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 2 2006 - Margaret Matilda Turner Astner, 89, Sedalia and former Clinton resident, died Thursday, September 28, 2006. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, William G. Astner; her sister, LaVerne Turner, Bucklin; three daughters, Karen E. Astner of Kansas City, Janet L. Astner of Rockville, Maryland, and Alberta D. Murray of Arlington, Texas; two grandsons, Benjamin M. Murray and Scott A. Murray, and a great-granddaughter, Elise Nicole Murray of Arlington, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister Louise, and her son Michael William. Memorial services are Saturday, October 14, at McLaughlin Brothers Funeral Chapel, Sedalia. Private graveside service and inurnment will be in Helton Cemetery, Goldsberry.

ASTNER, Susanna PUDLINER
b: Dec 1890, Klein, Lomnitz, Hungary
d: Nov 21 1932, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery AB-AY, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Susanna Pudliner Astner was born at Klein, Lomnitz, Hungary, in December, 1890, and died at Clinton, Mo., on November 21, 1932, aged 41 years and 11 months following a short illness of pneumonia and heart trouble. At the age of 16, Miss Pudliner came to this country and located at Allentown, Penn., but later went to Cleveland, Ohio, where she was united in marriage to M. Astner. In 1918, they came to Clinton. Seven children were born to this union: William, Albert, Evelyn, Ruth, Clarence, Mildred, and one who died in infancy. The children with their father reside on a little farm south of Clinton. In addition to her husband and six children, she is survived by one sister in Cleveland, Ohio, and two brothers in Fullerton, Penn. In 1912 deceased accepted the religious views of Seventh-Day Adventists and united with the church at Cleveland, Ohio, and at the time of her death was a faithful member of the Clinton German church of Seventh-Day Adventists. Mrs. Astner was a faithful Christian woman, and at the time of her death her courage in the Lord was good. She rests in hope of the resurrection at the return of the Life Giver. The funeral was conducted Wednesday morning at the German Seventh-Day Adventist church on Third street.

ATCHISON, Flora M. WHITE
b: Mar 10 1921, Carterville, Jasper Co, MO
d: Jul 23 1994, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Munsell Chapel Cemetery, Eminence, Shannon Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Flora M. Atchison, 73, Westwood Nursing Home, died Saturday, July 23, 1994. She was born on March 10, 1921, at Carterville, Mo., the daughter of Charles and Normor Conley White. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Henry in December 1987; a daughter Judith in February 1976; one sister and two brothers. She is survived by four sons, Charles D. of Lake St. Louis; James D. of St. Charles, Thomas L. of Eminence, and John L. of Summersville; two daughters, Norma J. Weikal of Troy, and Nora Lee Jackson of Deepwater; three sisters, Lenore Hoena of Mesa, Az., Hattie Atchison of Pueblo, Co., and Sophronia Bland of Winona, and many grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 26, at Duncan Funeral Home in Eminence. Burial was in Munsell Chapel Cemetery near Eminence.

ATCHISON, Jack
b: abt 1944
d: Nov 5 1998, Kansas City, Wyandotte Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Jack Atchison, 54, Kansas City, Kansas, died Thursday night, November 5, 1998, at the Medicalodge East nursing home there. He was self-employed and he specialized in welding. He was raised in Chilhowee and Kansas City, where he spent most of his life. He is survived by four sons, Tony Atchison of Staunton, Illinois, Chris Atchison of Parkville, Jeff Atchison of Pineville and Troy Atchison of Las Vegas; two grandchildren; three brothers, Gene Atchison of Mound City, Kansas, Bill Atchison of Oklahoma City, Ron Atchison of Mound City, Kansas, and one sister, Ruth Maynhart of Clinton. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 7, at the Morticians Service, 538 Campbell, Kansas City, Missouri.

ATCHISON, Kathryn Lee DOAK
b: Feb 19 1912, Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 23 1996, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Kathryn Lee Doak Atchison was born February 19, 1912, in Blairstown, the daughter of Walter M. and Ethel Albin Doak. She died Sunday, June 23, 1996, at the Westwood Nursing Center in Clinton at the age of 84. Kathryn was married to Charles E. Atchison October 17, 1934. Mr. Atchison preceded her in death in 1981. She was a member of the Chilhowee Community United Methodist Church. Mrs. Atchison was an assistant buyer of cosmetics, working for 25 years for the Kresge Department Store in Kansas City prior to her retirement. A highlight of her career was a trip to Canada. Mrs. Atchison lived most of her life in the Kansas City area, moving to Clinton in 1992. Mrs. Atchison enjoyed her family and loved to get family pictures, which she both displayed and put in numerous books. She is survived by one daughter, Willa Ruth Maynhart and husband John, Clinton; four sons, Gene Edward Atchison, Jackie Wayne Atchison and Ronald Dean Atchison and wife Dorothy, all of Kansas City, Billy Lee Atchison and wife Elinor, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; one brother Cecil Doak, Henryetta, Oklahoma; one sister Ronda Atkins, Holden; two sisters-in-law Leonoa Doak, Kingfisher, Oklahoma, and Jigger Doak, Chilhowee; 15 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by an infant daughter, her parents, an infant sister and three brothers. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 26, at the Chilhowee Community United Methodist Church. Burial was in the Carpenter Cemetery in Johnson County.

ATCHISON, Margaret Marie SMALLWOOD
b: Oct 25 1917, St. Joseph, Buchanan Co, MO
d: Jul 21 1997, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery AB-AY, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Margaret Marie Smallwood Atchison, daughter of Earnest Lafayette and Minnie Belle Smallwood was born October 25, 1917 in Saint Joseph, and died July 21, 1997 in Clinton. Margaret was united in marriage to Samuel Lafayette Atchison October 20, 1943, and to this union there are two children, a daughter and a son. Margaret lived in the Bethlehem community for many years. She enjoyed gardening, sewing and being with her grandchildren. She was an active member of the Church of Christ in Clinton as long as her health permitted. She is preceded in death by her mother, father, two sisters, Wilda Hosterman of Dunnegan; a daughter, Treva Jones of Clinton; a son Gary Atchison of Clinton, and six grandchildren, Theron Jones of Quincy, Illinois; Brian Jones of Unionville, Cindy Wirsig, Amy Burns, Angie Atchison, all of Clinton, and Christa Atchison of Springfield; three great-grandchildren and a host of friends, neighbors, and relatives. Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 23 at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

ATCHISON, Mary M. SLOAN
b: Jan 6 1912, St. Charles, IA
d: Jan 13 1998, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 21 1998 - Mary M. Atchison, 86, Lowry City, died at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton, January 13, 1998. Mary was born January 6, 1912, in St. Charles, Iowa, to Will Giltner Sloan and Jennie Jane (Baumgardoner) Sloan. She was united in marriage to Perry Latin Atchison on August 6, 1930, in Warrensburg. To this union five children were born, Will Alonzo, Perry Dale, Charles Samuel, Gerald Richard and Mary Jane. Mary and Perry's first home was a farm in the Chalk Level area, where they lived for the next eight years. They then moved to Taberville and co-owned (with her parents) a general grocery store. After selling the store they moved to a farm west of Lowry City and lived there for the next 36 years. In 1977 Mary and Perry sold the farm and purchased their present home in Lowry City. Mary was a member of the United Methodist Church of Lowry City for many years. During their 58 years of married life, Mary was the mainstay of the home, keeping the family of five children happy and growing. She always raised a huge garden and for many years baked all their own bread. She taught her four sons and one daughter to be good cooks and be able to do all the work required on a farm. Mary helped organize the Community Women's Progressive Farm Association Club, which was active for many years. Mary's survivors include three sons, Perry Dale and wife Mary of Lowry City, Charles Samuel and wife Oleta of Grandview, and Gerald Richard and wife Dixie of Clinton; one daughter Mary Jane of Springfield, and one daughter-in-law, Penny Spicer Atchison of Raytown; 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; one brother-in-law Jack L. Atchison, and nieces and nephews. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Perry L. Atchison in 1989; her sister Carrie Lacy, and her brother-in-law Richard Lacy, and a son-in-law Kenneth Wombles and her parents. Mary will be remembered by friends and family as a very gracious and loving mom, grandma and great-grandma and friend. She will always be in our hearts and wonderful memories.

ATCHISON, Perry Latin
b: Aug 6 1909, Alton, Oregon Co, MO
d: Jan 9 1989, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Perry Latin Atchison was born Aug. 6, 1909 near Alton, Missouri to Alonza and Narcia Atchison. He passed away Jan. 9, 1989 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton at 79 years, 5 months and 3 days of age. On Aug. 6, 1930 Perry was united in marriage to Mary M. Sloan at Warrensburg. To this union five children were born. Perry and Mary spent the first eight years of their married life on a farm near Chalk Level before moving to Taberville to run a general store with W. G. Sloan, his in-laws. While in Taberville, Perry became a Master Mason at Star Lodge 419. This began Association with the Freemasons that lasted over 50 years. Perry transferred his membership to Lowry City Masonic Lodge 403 after moving in the Lowry City area in 1942. He served as secretary of his Lodge for many years. He served as Master of the Lodge in 1970 and 1971 also served as District Deputy Grand Master of the 37th Masonic District. Perry was also a trustee of his lodge for many years. The Atchisons lived on their farm west of Lowry City for 35 years before moving into Lowry City in 1977. Perry sold MFA Insurance from 1944 until 1975, was manager of the MFA Elevator from 1943 until 1961, and worked at the Lowry City Bank from 1961 until 968. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Samuel, and one son-in-law, Kenneth Wombles. He is survived by his wife, Mary, of the home; four sons, Will A. Atchison of Raytown, Perry Dale Atchison, Lowry City, Charles Samuel Atchison, Kansas City, and Gerald Richard Atchison, Clinton; one daughter, Mary Jane Lightle of Lowry City; four daughters-in-law, Penny, Mary, Oleta, Dixie; one brother, Jack Atchison, lndependence; three sisters-in-law, 12 grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many, many friends. Funeral services were Thursday, Jan. 12, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel. Masonic services by Lowry City Lodge on Jan. 11, at the chapel. Internment was in the Lowry City Cemetery.

ATHERTON, Earl Roy
b: Nov 7 1936
d: Jul 27 1997
bur: Graceland Cemetery, near Kouts, IN
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Earl Roy Atherton, 60, Collins, died Sunday, July 27, 1997, from injuries received in an auto accident. Mr. Atherton was a 30-year employee of Bethlehem Steel. He was a Navy veteran. He was a member of the Collins Fire Department and the St. Clair County Rescue Team. He is survived by his wife Dorothy of the home; one daughter, Sharon Atherton of Seattle, Washington; two brothers, John Atherton of Florida and Ronald Atherton of Texas; one sister, Susan Cope of Edmond, Oklahoma. Funeral services will be Monday, August 4, at the Kosanke Chapel in Kouts, Indiana. Burial will be in the Graceland Cemetery near Kouts, Indiana.

ATHERTON, Helen Mae THOMPSON
b: Oct 31 1910, Arkansas
d: Dec 25 1995, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Helen Mae Atherton, 85, Clinton and formerly of the Kansas City area, died Monday, December 25, 1995, at Westwood Nursing Center. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 29, at the Newcomer Floral Hills Chapel. Burial will be in Floral Hills Cemetery. She was born October 31, 1910, in Ozawkie, Arkansas. She had spent most of her adult life in the Kansas City area before moving to Creighton in 1976, then to Clinton in 1994. She was a homemaker and a member of the Creighton Christian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hiram A. Atherton in 1984 and two brothers, Coby and Merritt Thompson. She is survived by one son, David H. Atherton of Creighton; two daughters, Helen Sue Schalue of Holden and Maragret Kay Killinger of Stoutland; one sister, Margaret Little of Springfield; eight grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

ATHON, Helen R.
b: Jul 25 1902, Lyndon, Osage Co, KS
d: Nov 17 2000, Olathe, Johnson Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 20 2000 - Helen R. Athon, 98, formerly of Ponca City, Oklahoma, died Friday, November 17, 2000, at Royal Terrace Care Center in Olathe, Kansas. She was born July 25, 1902, in Lyndon, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her husband Fred L. Athon; her daughter Adetha Wilson; her sisters, Hallie White, Della Sheppard, Ruth Townsend and her brother Henry Bell. She is survived by her son Bruce L. Athon of Grand Prairie, Texas; her daughter Ardis A. Burley of Westwood Hills, Kansas; six grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Graveside services will be held at Rest Haven Memorial Park, Ponca City, Oklahoma.

ATKINS, Alene MIFFLIN
b: May 6 1929, Cornelia, Johnson Co, MO
d: May 27 2002, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Cornelia Cemetery, Post Oak Twp, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 29 2002 - Alene Atkins, 73, rural Windsor, died Monday, May 27, 2002, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Kansas City. She was born May 6, 1929, in Cornelia, the daughter of Estil Mifflin and Bessie Aldine (Smith) Mifflin. She worked at Gerbes Supermarket in Windsor for 12 years and later worked at Parmalee Industries in Windsor for 14 years. She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church, Windsor. Survivors include two sons, Colin E. Atkins, Dennis, Kanas, and Jerry W. Atkins, North Kansas City; three daughters, Carolyn L. Quick, Camdenton, Patsy Hayslip, Windsor, and Doris E. Summers, Lee's Summit; 13 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren; a brother, Harley Mifflin, Warrensburg; two sisters, Gladys Dean, Holden, and June Stockton, Warrensburg, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Thursday, May 30, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Cornelia Cemetery.

ATKINS, Gola Ruth COOVER
b: Feb 5 1896, near Holden, Johnson Co, MO
d: Jul 13 1990, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Kansas City Star, Jul 15 1990 - Gola Ruth Atkins, 94, a former elementary school principal in Kansas City and Sugar Creek, died July 13, 1990, in a nursing home in Warrensburg, Mo., where she lived. Mrs. Atkins was principal of an elementary school in Sugar Creek for two years and of the John T. Hartman Elementary School, Kansas City, for two years. Previously she had taught in rural school districts in Missouri and in Guthrie, Okla., later she was principal of the Blairstown (Mo.,) High School. She graduated from Central Missouri State Teachers College, Warrensburg, in 1925. She was a member of the Quick City Christian Church, near Holden, MO. Her husband, Jennings Atkins, died in 1987. She was born in Holden and moved to Warrensburg five years ago. Survivors include two nieces. Services will be Monday at the Ward Chapel, Chilhowee, Mo., burial in the Blairstown Cemetery. (Note: Gola Ruth was born Feb 5 1896, dau of Samuel and Emma Elizabeth Farnsworth Coover. She married Jennings Atkins on Jan 3 1925. - Betty L. Ward)

ATKINS, Jennings Robert
b: Jan 29 1900, Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
d: May 6 1987, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Warrensburg MO Star Journal - Jennings Robert Atkins, 87, of Blairstown, MO. died May 6, 1987, in a nursing home here. He was a lifelong Blairstown resident. Mr. Atkins was a farmer and bulk oil distributor before he retired. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Blairstown. Survivors include his wife, Gola C. Atkins of the home. Services will be at the Ward Chapel, Chilhowee, MO.; burial in the Blairstown Cemetery.

ATKINS, John Gilmer
b: Nov 25 1884, near Blairstown, MO
d: Feb 20 1974, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
John Gilmer Atkins, eldest child of Robert O. and Dora Doak Atkins, was born Nov. 25, 1884, near Blairstown, MO., and passed away at Warrensburg, MO., Feb. 20, 1974 at the age of 89 years. He was united in marriage to Margaret Lee Stewart of Urich, MO., on January 19, 1911. To this union were born two children, John G. Atkins, Jr., Beaumont, TX., who passed away Aug. 19, 1973, and Margaret Lee Lihme of Paradise, CA. who survives. His wife passed away May 5, 1922, following the birth of their daughter. On August 4, 1926, he married a second time to Mrs. Ruth Raker Dunn of Holden, MO., who preceded him in death Feb. 19, 1958. Mr. Atkins was a member of the Blairstown Presbyterian Church from early life and attended church regularly as long as his health permitted. He was a farmer and owned and lived on a farm east of Blairstown most of his life. He and Ruth retired and moved to the present home in 1949. He is survived by the above name daughter, Margaret Lee Lihme, a granddaughter, two grandsons, two stepdaughters, and a stepson; two sisters, Mrs. Ethel Salisbury, Warrensburg, and Miss Mary Atkins, Blairstown; and one brother, Jennings Atkins of Blairstown. He was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister. John was buried in the Blairstown Cemetery next to his first wife, Margaret Lee.

ATKINS, Robert Oliver
b: Feb 22 1862, near Magnolia, Johnson Co, MO
d: Feb 7 1951, Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
bur: Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Blairstown MO - Robert Oliver Atkins of Blairstown, of Kentucky descent, whose parents came to Missouri in 1850, the year of their marriage, was born on a farm near Magnolia, Mo. Feb. 22, 1862, one of 11 children of James Gilmer and Elizabeth Atkins, and died Feb. 7, 1951. The only survivors of this large, old pioneer family is Mrs. Sallie Gill of Bozeman, Mont. Mr. Atkins was married April 14, 1881, to Dora Alice Doak, from whom death separated him in 1915. They were the parents of 8 children, the oldest son dying in infancy and the youngest in 1926. Surviving the parents are John G., Mrs. Edith M. Ward and Jennings R. Blairstown; Mrs. Ethel J. Salsbury and George E., Warrensburg; and Miss Mary Atkins of the home. There are also seven grandchildren and one grandson Vaughn E. Salsbury, who lost his life with the U.S. Armed Forces in 1945. Twelve great-grandchildren also survive. Mr. Atkins was a member of the Presbyterian Church since early life and had been an elder and regular attendant as long as his heath permitted. His was of a quiet, genial disposition, kind and considerate, qualities that were exemplified by daily living his beliefs. A devoted father, a good neighbor, and a worthy citizen, he served and was loved by his fellowman. He had been confined to his bed since September of 199, but bore his afflictions with cheerful fortitude. Funeral services were conducted at the Presbyterian Church in Blairstown Friday amid beautiful floral tributes and in the presence of many friends. The body was laid to rest beside his wife in the Blairstown cemetery.

ATKINS, Ronda Lenora DOAK
b: Jul 9 1918, Greenfield, OK
d: Feb 5 2008, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: New Liberty Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Ben Cast & Son-Wood Funeral Home, Holden, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 6 2008 - Ronda Lenora Atkins, 89, Holden, died Tuesday, February 5, 2008, at Country Club Care Center, Warrensburg. She was born July 9, 1918, in Greenfield, Oklahoma, the daughter of Walter M. and Ethel I. (Albin) Doak. On September 28, 1937, she married James Curtis Atkins in Higginsville. She had lived in Holden most of her life. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Holden, a member of the Presbyterian women's group and a member of the Cameo Paint Club in Chilhowee. She is survived by her husband J. C. Atkins of Holden; two sons, Larry Wayne Atkins, Holden, and Edwin K. Atkins, Warrensburg; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Kathryn Atchison and Christina Doak, and brothers, Marion, Cecil, Paul and Don Doak. Funeral services will be Friday, February 8, at Ben Cast & Son-Wood Funeral Home, Holden. Interment will be in New Liberty Cemetery, Holden.

ATKINSON, Arthur
b: Apr 4 1948, Lyle, MO
d: Dec 6 1994, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Chilhowee Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Arthur Atkinson was born April 4, 1948, in Lyle, the son of Leroy and Lora Barnard Atkinson. He died December 6, 1994, at his home in Chilhowee. He lived in Chilhowee most of his life. He attended school in Raytown. For the past five years, he worked as a broom maker at the Johnson County Workshop. He enjoyed his job very much. In addition to working, he took great pleasure in singing and loved to go fishing. He is survived by his father Leroy of the home; five brothers, Benjamin Atkinson and Tony Atkinson, both of Independence, Tommy Atkinson and Robert Atkinson, both of Chilhowee, and Harold Atkinson of Holden; three sisters, Opal Casteel, Clinton, Charlotte Murphy, Steel, and Mary Ann Rector, Oak Grove. He was preceded in death by his mother and his sister, Lora Irene Raney. Funeral services were Thursday, December 8, at the Consalus Chapel in Chilhowee. Burial was in Chilhowee Cemetery.

ATKINSON, Brandon Allen
b: Oct 23 1991
d: Mar 29 1993, Kansas City, Wyandotte Co, KS
bur: Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Brandon Allen Atkinson, 17 month old son of Larry and Debbie Atkinson of Blairstown, died March 29, 1993 at K.U. Medical center, Kansas City, Ks. Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 31, 1993 at Consalus Chapel, Chilhowee. Burial was in Carpenter Cemetery, Johnson County. He is survived by his parents, Larry and Debby Atkinson; one sister, Ashley Marie, of the home; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Atkinson, Blairstown; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hartzler, Garden City; paternal great-grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wilburn Atkinson, Blairstown; maternal great-grandmother, Lillian Leabo, Denver, Colorado.

ATKINSON, Florence Ethel STONE
b: Oct 12 1905, Post Oak, Johnson Co, MO
d: May 22 2001, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 5 2001 - Florence Ethel Atkinson was born October 12, 1905, at Post Oak, daughter of Henry J. and Louisa E. Bray Stone. She died May 22, 2001, at Westwood Nursing Center in Clinton. She married Samuel Atkinson, Sr., at Sedalia, on June 6, 1925. He preceded her in death on February 9, 1989. She was a homemaker, a graduate of Shawnee Mound High School and attended Central Missouri State Teachers College at Warrensburg. She was committeewoman for the Chilhowee Precinct for 20 years. She was a member of the Warrensburg Christian Church. Preceding her in death along with her husband are her parents; three brothers, Aubrey E., Walter M. and George W. Stone; two sisters, Helen Landi and Inez Corrier. Survivors include one son, Samuel Dean Atkinson and wife, Jean, Blairstown; one daughter, Geraldine Y. Johnson and husband, David, LaTour; two grandsons, Mark Atkinson, Blairstown, and James Atkinson and wife, Carol, Stafford, Virginia; two great-grandsons, Jacob and Eric Atkinson, along with several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held May 25 at the Consalus Chapel, Chilhowee. Burial was in Carpenter Cemetery.

ATKINSON, Leroy
b: Sep 6 1914, near Blairstown, MO
d: Jun 17 2001, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Chilhowee Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Williams Funeral Chapel, Holden & Warrensburg, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 18 2001 - Leroy Atkinson, 86, Chilhowee, died Sunday, June 17, 2001, at his son's home in Chilhowee. He was born Sunday, September 6, 1914, near Blairstown, the son of William Thomas Atkinson and Lena Belle Akers Atkinson. He had lived in Chilhowee since 1973. He was a farmer and a member of the South Fork Baptist Church, Freeman. On February 11, 1936, in Clinton, he married Lora Flossie Barnard, who died May 29, 1993. Survivors include three daughters, Opal Casteel, Clinton, Charlotte Murphy, Steel, Mary Ann Rector, Oak Grove; five sons, Robert L. Atkinson, Chilhowee, Harold E. Atkinson, Holden, Tommy A. Atkinson, Chilhowee, Benjamin F. Atkinson, Independence, and Tony L. Atkinson, Kansas City; two sisters, Lucille Barnard and Millie Hadley, both of Holden; two brothers, Paul and Robert L., both of Clinton; 28 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Lora Irene Reiney; three sons, Joe E. Atkinson, Art Atkinson and Earl Atkinson; three sisters, Chessie, Florence and Frances; five brothers, Oliver, Edgar, John Clyde, Roy and Louis. Funeral services will be Thursday, June 21, at the Williams Funeral Chapel in Holden. Burial will follow in the Chilhowee Cemetery.

ATKINSON, Lewis Jasper
b: May 21 1916, N of Blairstown, Johnson Co, MO
d: Jan 8 1999, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lewis Jasper Atkinson, son of William Thomas and Lena Belle Akers Atkinson, was born May 21, 1916, north of Blairstown, and died January 8, 1999, at Clinton Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, Clinton. Lewis worked on the railroad, helped on a number of farms, worked for Judy Miller in Urich and at Zenith Fireworks in Clinton before he retired. He is survived by four brothers, Robert Lee Atkinson, Leroy Atkinson and Paul Atkinson, all of Clinton, and John Clyde Atkinson of Shirley, Arkansas, and two sisters, Lucille Barnard and Mildred Hadley, both of Holden, as well as a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel Tuesday, January 12. Burial was in the Blairstown Cemetery.

ATKINSON, Lora Flossie BARNARD
b: Jul 9 1916, Urich, Henry Co, MO
d: May 29 1993, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Chilhowee Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lora Flossie Atkinson was born July 9, 1916 in Urich, the daughter of William A. and Mary Ellen (Orouke) Barnard. She passed away May 29, 1993 at the Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg, at the age of 76. Lora was united in marriage to Leroy Atkinson on February 11, 1937 in Clinton. She is survived by her husband Leroy of the home; six sons, Robert and Tommy Atkinson, both of Chilhowee, Harold Atkinson, Holden, Arthur Atkinson of the home, Tony and Benjamin Atkinson, both of Independence; three daughters, Opal Castille, Clinton, Charlotte Murphy of Steele, and Mary Ann Rector of Oak Grove; a brother, John Barnard, Holden; twenty-eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three children, Joe Edward, Earl and Irene. Funeral services were Wednesday, June 2, 1993 at Consalus Chapel, Chilhowee. Burial was in Chilhowee Cemetery.

ATKINSON, Oliver Crockett
b: Oct 4 1930, Johnson Co, MO
d: Oct 6 1993, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Holden Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Oliver Crockett Atkinson was born October 4, 1930 in Johnson County, the son of William Thomas and Lena Belle (Akers) Atkinson. He died Wednesday, October 6, 1993 at the Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg, at the age of 63. Mr. Atkinson worked as a mechanic for many years in the Chilhowee area. Graveside services were held Saturday at the Holden Cemetery, Holden. Mr. Atkinson is survived by six sons, Floyd, Tom, Charles, Raymond, Ricky and Mike; eight daughters, Sandra, Maxine, Virginia, Bonnie, Iva Jean, Shirley, Judy and Connie; six brothers, Lewis, Leroy, Robert, Edgar, Paul and John; two sisters, Millie and Lucille; many grandchildren and two great-grandsons.

ATKINSON, Paul
b: Sep 13 1909
d: Apr 19 2008, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 13 2008 - Paul Atkinson, 98, Clinton, died Saturday, April 19, 2008, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Graveside services will be Thursday, May 15, at Blairstown Cemetery. Cremation.

ATKINSON, Pauline SCEARCE
b: Feb 28 1928, near Holden, Johnson Co, MO
d: Dec 8 2002, Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
bur: Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Williams Funeral Chapel, Holden & Warrensburg, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 10 2002 - Pauline Atkinson, 74, Blairstown, died Sunday, December 8, 2002 at her home. She was born Tuesday, February 28, 1928, near Holden, the daughter of Finis V. Scearce and Hazel M. Shore Scearce. She graduated from Blairstown High School in 1946. She had worked for the Dunhill Shirt Factory and Holden Mfg. Co., both of Holden, and the CB Radio Shop in Chilhowee. In 1947 in Kansas City she married Wilburn A. Atkinson, who died October 7, 1999. Survivors include son, Clifford Atkinson and his wife Lexie, Blairstown; three sisters, Dorothy McConville, Virginia Jasper, Nadine Crabtree, all of Holden; two grandchildren, Peggy Warner and her husband Kevin, Holden, Larry Atkinson and wife Debbie, Blairstown; five great-grandchildren, Lindsy Joiner, Ashley Atkinson, Laura Lynn Joiner, Collin Atkinson and Lance Warner. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 11, at Williams Funeral Chapel in Holden. Burial will follow in Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee.

ATKINSON, Samuel Dean
b: Nov 24 1927, Centerview, Johnson Co, MO
d: May 26 2007, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville & Garden City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 7 2007 - Samuel Dean Atkinson, of Blairstown, Missouri, was born November 24, 1927 at Centerview, Missouri, the son of Samuel and Florence Ethel (Stone) Atkinson. He departed this life Saturday, May 26, 2007, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, Missouri, at the age of 79 years, 6 months and 2 days. On June 18, 1952, Samuel was united in marriage to Erma Jean Stark in Adrian, Missouri. Samuel was a farmer and stockman. He was a 1946 graduate of Blairstown High School. Samuel was a member of the First Christian Church, Warrensburg, Missouri and a former committeeman for the Central Democratic Committee, Johnson County, Missouri. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, driving trucks and spending time with his family and grandsons. Samuel moved to Blairstown in 1954. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Erma Jean Atkinson of the home; two sons, Mark S. Atkinson of the home and James D. Atkinson and wife Carol, King George, Virginia; two grandsons, Jacob and Eric; one sister, Geraldine Johnson, Latour, Missouri; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, Missouri with interment in Carpenter Cemetery near Chilhowee, Missouri.

ATKINSON, Wilburn Allen
b: May 16 1917, Missouri
d: Oct 7 1999, Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
bur: Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Wilburn Allen Atkinson, 82, Blairstown, died Thursday, October 7, 1999, at his home. He was born May 16, 1917, the son of George W. and Fannie (Smithers) Atkinson. He lived in the Blairstown area all his life. He farmed and worked for many years at Royal Industries in Holden. He is survived by his wife, Pauline, of the home; two sons, Clifford Atkinson and wife Lexie, Blairstown, and Jerry Mack Atkinson and wife Brenda, Harrisonville; two sisters, Velma Dillon, Lee's Summit, and Mildred Reed, Edwardsville, Kansas; 10 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were a brother, Homer Francis Atkinson; one half-brother, James Clay Smith, and one half-sister, Orpha Larison. Funeral services will be held Saturday at the chapel in Chilhowee, with burial in Carpenter Cemetery.

ATTEBERY, Doris Mae WATSON
b: Apr 9 1931, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
d: Jan 18 1999, Montrose, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 27 1999 - Doris Mae Attebery, daughter of Thomas Edward and Elsie Carrie (Fields) Watson, was born April 9, 1931, in Kansas City, and died on January 18, 1999 at her home in Montrose at the age of 67 years. Doris was a licensed practical nurse, working for General Hospital, Wetzel Hospital and Golden Valley Hospital, all in Clinton, before she retired in 1989. Doris is survived by one daughter, Pamela S. Smith of Tulsa, Oklahoma; three sons, Larry A. Waggoner of Lowry City, Gary D. Waggoner of Deepwater and Glen M. Waggoner of Montrose; two brothers, Tom Watson of Gunnison, Colorado, and Gale Watson of Independence; three sisters, Betty Hayes of Pharr, Texas, Norma Neil of San Bernadino, California, and Joye Fisher of Kansas City, as well as 12 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Saturday, January 23.

ATTEBERY, Marion "Bud"
b: abt 1927
d: Apr 27 2002, Liberty, Clay Co, MO
bur: Pleasant Springs Cemetery, Roscoe Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 29 2002 - Marion "Bud" Attebery, 75, Liberty, died Saturday, April 27, 2002, at Liberty Care Center, Liberty. Graveside services will be Tuesday, April 30, in Pleasant Springs Cemetery, near Roscoe.

ATTEBURY, Leonard D.
b: Feb 18 1950
d: Sep 8 2002, Collins, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Freeman-Holsapple Cemetery, Collins Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 10 2002 - Leonard D. Attebury, 52, Collins, formerly of Kansas City, died Sunday, September 8, 2002, at his home. Funeral services will be Thursday, September 12, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home in Osceola. Burial with full military honors will be in the Freeman-Holsapple Cemetery, near Collins.

ATTERBURY, Howard J.
b: Apr 20 1901, Mendon, Chariton Co, MO
d: Sep 24 1991, near Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
bur: Shawnee Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
arr: Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Howard J. Atterbury, 90, passed away Tuesday evening, September 24, 1991 at his home near Warsaw. He was born on April 20, 1901 in Mendon, Mo., the son of Emerald and Minnie Smith Atterbury. He grew up in Sheridan County, Mo. and on August 16, 1936, he was united in marriage to Dorothy Hill. Following their marriage. they made their home in Kansas City where he worked as a mechanical engineer for U.S. Cold Storage in Kansas City until his retirement in 1959. In 1960 they moved to the Warsaw area. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy, in 1983, and one son, Howard Leland Atterbury in 1968, three brothers and two sisters. He is survived by three grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren, all of the State of Washington, several nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Last rites were held at Reser Funeral Chapel on Saturday, September 28. Burial was in Shawnee Cemetery.

ATWELL, Bertha Mae SHOPP RUSS
b: Sep 21 1912, Plattsmouth, NE
d: Mar 4 1995, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery AB-AY, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Bertha Mae Atwell, 82, Clinton, died Saturday, March 4, 1995, at St. Luke's Medical Center in Kansas City. She was born September 21, 1912, at Plattsmouth, Nebraska, daughter of Charles Hershey and Ella Roxy (Chaffin) Shopp. She came to Henry County with her father in 1926. She graduated from Clinton High School in 1931. She taught one year in a country school before her marriage September 3, 1932, to Grover Lee Russ. From this union two daughters were born, Patricia Lee Russ and Dolores Eileen Russ. She again began teaching in the rural school sin the fall of 1942 and attended Central Missouri State College during the summer sessions, receiving a B. S. degree in Education from Central Missouri State College in 1967, where she was a member of Alpha Phi Delta Honorary Sorority. She taught school in various rural schools in the Clinton area. She was married August 12, 1945, to John Atwell, who preceded her in death December 15, 1977. From this union another daughter was born, Cheryl Ann Atwell. Bertha Mae was owner and operator of the Clinton Greenhouse for a number of years where her love of flowers and plants was developed even more. Even after she no longer had the greenhouse she continued working with the flowers and gardening that she loved so much. It was a joy for her to share her flowers with friends and loved ones. She faithfully attended, as her health permitted, the Christian Church of Clinton, the Sunday school and the Monday morning sewing group. She is survived by daughters, Patricia Waugh of Blairstown (formerly of Kansas City, Ks.), Dolores (Dolly) Hicks of Kansas City, Ks., and Cheryl Ann Atwell of the home; a sister, Olive (Polly) Steward and husband, Marion, of Clinton; seven grandchildren, Boyd Waugh, SFC Charles David Waugh, James D. Waugh, Roxanne (Hicks) Hale, Rodney Hicks, Debbie (Hicks) Gumm and Richard Hicks and 13 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a nephew, Dr. Bryce Shopp of Imperial, Nebraska; a niece Charlene Conrad of Clinton; sisters-in-law, Maude Summers, Pauline, Mary and Marguerite Atwell of Clinton. She was a devoted mother and grandmother and will be sadly missed by those who knew here. Funeral services were Wednesday, March 8, at the Clinton Christian Church. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

ATWELL, John Bryant
b: Oct 26 1906, near Roseland, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 15 1977, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery AB-AY, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Clinton MO - John Bryant Atwell was born near Roseland, Missouri, October 26, 1906, the son of Louis Bryant and Laura Etta Jennings Atwell. He passed away suddenly on Thursday, December 15, 1977, of an heart attack. He was married August 12, 1945 to Bertha Mae (Shopp) Russ, of the home, 800 Hudson, Clinton, who now survives him. He is also survived by a daughter, Cheryl Ann, also of the home; two step-daughters, Mrs. Dolores Hicks and Mrs. Patricia Waugh, both of Kansas City, Kansas; five sisters, Pauline and Myrtle Atwell, both of Clinton; Mary and Marguerite Atwell, both of Calhoun, and Mrs. Maude Summers, also of Clinton. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, Boyd, David and Jimmy Waugh, and Rodney and Richard Hicks, Roxanne Hale and Debbie Hicks, and five great-grandchildren. Also surviving are the following nieces and nephews, Mrs. Joyce Trolinger of Calhoun, Jamie and Kent Summers of Clinton, Charlene Mann, Clinton, Dr. Bryce Shopp of Imperial Nebraska, and Michael Steward of Kansas City. John was converted as a young man and became a member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church, which he attended for many years. He also attended Northeast Baptist Church of Clinton. John was employed by Bob Stayton Chevrolet for many years where he met and made many friends. John was a kind and gentle man who loved the out-of-doors, loved his dogs, but most of all he loved his family and friends. He was happiest when he was with them or doing some special thing for them. He was a devoted father, husband and brother. He was loved by all who knew him and will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Funeral services for Mr. Atwell were held Monday, December 19 at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

ATWELL, Laura Myrtle
b: Dec 21 1902, Henry Co, MO
d: May 5 1981, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Laura Myrtle Atwell was born in Henry County on December 21, 1902, to Mr and Mrs Lewis Atwell and passed away at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton on Tuesday, May 5, 1981. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, John Atwell. She is survived by sisters, Pauline of Clinton, Mary and Marguerite of Calhoun and Mrs. Grover (Maude) Summers of Clinton. She worked as a beautician for many years. Funeral services were held Thursday, May 7 at Northeast Baptist Church. Burial was in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

ATWELL, Marguerite N.
b: Jul 5 1909, Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 28 2001, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 30 2001 - Marguerite N. Atwell, 91, Clinton, formerly of Calhoun, died Wednesday evening, March 28, 2001, at the Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born July 5, 1909, in Calhoun, the daughter of Louis Bryant Atwell and Laura Etta (Jennings) Atwell. She owned and operated with her sister, Mary Atwell, the Atwell Beauty Shop in their home in rural Calhoun for many years. She was a member of the Calhoun Baptist Church. Survivors include two sisters, Mary Atwell and Maude Summers, both of Clinton; two nieces, Joyce Trolinger, Calhoun, and Cheryl Atwell, Clinton; a nephew, Kent Summers, Clinton; three great-nephews, Ryan and Brady Summers, Clinton; Tony Trolinger, Calhoun; three great-nieces, Heather Summers, Springfield, Ashley Summers, Clinton, Taryn Trolinger, Columbia. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, John B. Atwell; two sisters, Myrtle and Pauline Atwell, and a nephew, Jamie Summers. Funeral services will be Saturday, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Roseland.

ATWELL, Pauline Elizabeth
b: May 14 1912, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 22 1997, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Miss Pauline Elizabeth Atwell died Tuesday, July 22, 1997, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton, at the age of 85 years, two months and eight days. She was born May 14, 1912, in the Thrush community in Henry County. She was the daughter of Lewis B. and Laura Jennings Atwell. She lived in Harrisonville, Warrensburg and Clinton, where for over 40 years, she and her sister, Myrtle, operated beauty shops. Pauline was converted at Mt. Giliand Baptist Church and later became a member of the Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton. She is survived by three sisters, Marguerite and Mary Atwell, of the home, and Maude Summers and husband, Grover, Clinton; nephews, James Summers, Windsor, Kent Summers, Clinton; nieces, Joyce Trolinger, Calhoun, Cheryl Atwell, Clinton; great-nephews, Tony Trolinger, Calhoun, Ryan and Brady Summers, Clinton, great-nieces, Taryn Trolinger, Calhoun, Heather and Ashley Summers, Clinton. She was preceded in death by her sister, Myrtle, and her brother, John. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 24, at Northeast Baptist Church in Clinton. Burial was in the Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Henry County.

ATWELL, Wade
b: Jan 19 1918, near Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 28 1994, San Marcos, San Diego Co, CA
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Wade Atwell, 76, son of Roland G. and Effie Jennings Atwell, passed away in San Marcos, California, February 28, 1994. He was born near Calhoun, on January 19, 1918. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Wilma Bull Atwell; three daughters, Sandy, Judy and Nancy; grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Agnes Nicholson of Encinitas, California; nieces, nephews and cousins in this area. He and his family left Missouri and moved to California in 1948.

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