Henry County Missouri Obituaries
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BRADEN, Opal H.
b: Nov 14 1911
d: Mar 5 1993, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Opal H. Braden, 81, Warsaw, died Friday, March 5, 1993 at Golden Valley Hospital. Services were Monday at Reser Chapel in Warsaw; burial in Cable Ridge Cemetery near Edwards. Mrs. Braden was born near Hastain, and lived in Knobby before moving to Warsaw in 1958. She was a member of the Knobby Methodist Church. Her husband, Otto Braden, died in 1937. Survivors include a son, Bobby Braden, and a daughter, Delores Kaneaster of Kansas City; four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

BRADER, Elizabeth SAUERWEIN AUER
b: Apr 22 1858, Fayetteville, St. Clair Co, IL
d: Oct 22 1920, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Oct 1920 - Mrs. F.W. Brader died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. James Oskin, on East Franklin Street, at 3:30 p.m., Tuesday. She has been ill since March 4th with a complication of diseases. Her suffering was intense, but all possible human aid and skill were tried. She took sick at her home near Quarles, then was brought to the hospital, and for the last six months has been tenderly cared for at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Oskin. She had many months of weary suffering and death came as a release from earthly pain. Elizabeth Sauerwein was a native of Illinois and was born April 22, 1858. She moved to Henry County with her parents in her youth. At the age of 19 she was untied in marriage with Henry Auer, who preceded to a better world 23 years ago. They were blessed with six children, all of whom survive. Mrs. John Holl and Edward H. Auer near Calhoun; Michael E. Auer , Billings, Montana; Mrs. Elmer Clark, north of Clinton, Mrs James Oskin, Clinton; and Mrs. John Schierenberg, McCune, Kansas. About eight years ago she was married to F.W. Brader. Theirs was a happy contented life together and he will miss his beloved champion. She also leaves one sister, Mrs. John Bentz, Lewis Station, MO and four brothers, Ed, Charles and Fred Sauerwein, all living in Montana; and Morton Sauerwein, Ft. Scott, KS. Deceased was converted in her youth and united with the M.E. Church. She was a good Christian woman, who did good to all about her, putting her Christianity into actual practice in everyday living. She was ambitious and conducted a model poultry farm for several years, which demonstrated what could be done with White Leghorns on a Missouri farm. She made life worthwhile and a joy to all those about her. She was a good woman and made the world better for having lived here. The funeral services were conducted at the Quarles M.E. Church, Wednesday afternoon, after which her body was laid to rest in the Shawnee Mound Cemetery.

BRADFIELD, Joyce Orene OWSLEY
b: Oct 20 1926, Edwards, Benton Co, MO
d: Dec 27 1997, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Joyce Orene Bradfield, 71, Clinton, formerly of the Blairstown community, died Saturday, December 27, 1997, at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 30, at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Mrs. Bradfield was born October 20, 1926, in Edwards, the daughter of James Elza and Sylvia L. Bybee Owsley. On July 4, 1942, in Huntingdale, she married William Bradfield, who preceded her in death June 3, 1994. Mrs. Bradfield was a homemaker and a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton and the Women's Missionary Union Organization of the church. She is survived by two sons, J. W. Bradfield, Holden, and Mark Bradfield, Olathe, Kansas; two daughters, Beverly Joyce Mosley, Clinton, and Rita Ann Bradford, Creighton; three sisters, Pearl Owsley, Rich Hill, Oma Dickerson, Hermitage, and Betty Owsley, Springfield; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Eula Owsley and Eva Dickerson.

BRADFIELD, Mefford Violet SHOEMAKER
b: Feb 6 1897, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 5 1982, Blue Springs, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mefford Violet Bradfield was born on February 6, 1897 east of Clinton to Edward and Magnola Shoemaker. She passed away March 5, 1982 at St. Mary's Hospital of Blue Springs, Mo. at the age of 85 years after a long illness. Her entire life was spent in and near Clinton, Mo. until moving to Independence, Mo. in 1971. Survivors are a son, William A. Bradfield of Blairstown, Mo.; a daughter, Mrs. Effie Anna Smith of Oak Grove, Mo.; a sister Georgia Tope of Windsor, Mo.; 16 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. Her husband, Arthur A. Bradfield, preceded her in death on April 2, 1962. A daughter, Virginia Springer, also preceded her in death on June 26, 1976. A sister, Belle Logan, and a brother Ferd Shoemaker, preceded her in death. She was a private music teacher for several years while living in Clinton. A former member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton, she later transferred her membership to the Mt. Washington Baptist Church of Independence, where she attended as long as her health permitted. Funeral services were held on Monday at the First Baptist Church. Burial was in Englewood cemetery, Clinton, Mo.

BRADFIELD, William Arthur
b: Jan 28 1921, Coal, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 3 1994, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - William Arthur Bradfield, 73, Blairstown, died Friday, June 3, 1994, at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City - William Arthur Bradfield was born January 28, 1921, in Coal, the son of Arthur A. and Mefford Shoemaker Bradfield. William lived in Calhoun during his childhood and attended the George School. He was drafted in 1942 and served his country in the United States Army during World War II. William was married to Joyce Owsley on July 4, 1942, in Huntingdale and to this union four children were born; Beverly, Rita, J. W. and Mark. During his life, William was also blessed with nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mr. Bradfield farmed from 1943 to 1955. The family moved to Blairstown in 1958 and William became a self-employed carpenter. This was his occupation until his retirement in 1983. Mr. Bradfield had accumulated several years of service on the town board in Blairstown. He was currently serving a term on this board. William was a Charter Member of the Blairstown Baptist Church. William liked gardening and woodworking. He enjoyed fishing and going out and sitting on the bank just watching nature. His evenings were spent sitting on the porch swing watching the hummingbirds and smelling the roses. Often during idle times, William would entertain the family with stories and experiences of his life and explain the way things were done in the good old days. He is survived by his wife, Joyce, of the home; two daughters, Beverly Mosley of Clinton and Rita Bradford of Creighton; two sons, J. W. Bradfield of Holden and Mark Bradfield of Olathe, Ks.; one sister, Effie Anna Smith of Oak Grove, nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father in 1962, his mother in 1982, and a sister, Virginia Springer, in 1976. Funeral services were Monday, June 6, 1994, at Consalus Chapel in Chilhowee. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery in Clinton.

BRADFORD, Robert William
b: Oct 24 1912, Roseland, Henry Co, MO
d: Sep 13 1991, Olathe, Johnson Co, KS
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Robert William Bradford, age 78, passed away Friday morning, September 13, 1991, at the Olathe Health Care Center in Olathe, Ks. He was born on October 24, 1912 at Roseland, Mo., the son of Charles M. and Lula Belle Bradford. He grew up in Henry County and on May 27, 1933 he was united in marriage to Thelma Myers at Clinton. Following their marriage, they made their home in Kansas City. He was employed by Ziegler and Sons and worked in the Kansas City Market for several years. Later he was employed as a warehouse manager for the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company in Kansas City, retiring in 1974. At that time they moved to their lake home at Grandview Beach near Warsaw. He was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma, on October 25, 1984. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Warsaw. He is survived by two sons, Bob Bradford of Lee's Summit, and Fred Bradford, of Kansas City, North; one daughter, Mrs. Linda Flack of Olathe, Ks.; 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are one brother, Beryl Bradford of Ocean Springs, Miss.; and one sister, Ruth Haskell of Independence, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held at the Reser Funeral Chapel on Monday, September 16, 1991. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

BRADFORD, William "Billy"
b: Mar 10 1837
d: Feb 21 1906, Huntingdale, Henry Co, MO
bur: Freeman Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Huntingdale Missouri, Feb 25 1906 - Uncle Billy Bradford, who died about the midnight hour February 21, was born March 10, 1837, at Huntingdale and raised there. He joined the Christian Church as a young man and is the father of four living children. Mrs. Sarah Richardson and Jennie Powell lived too far away to get the news in time and his son, Charley, was in Texas but missed the Flyer and did not get there until the next day after he was laid away. He had three sisters and two brothers, but the roads were too bad for any of them to get here. The weeping loved ones who bade him the last earthly farewell were his wife an done of the daughters, Mrs. Ellington.

BRADLEY, Adelia H. CHRISTIAN
b: Apr 25 1848, Pettis Co, MO
d: Mar 29 1886, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Adelia H. Bradley is no more. She has fulfilled the mission that was allotted her, and using her life's burden for a pillow, she has laid down to that rest from which none are disturbed. She was conscious that her life had been well spent and she had left nothing undone that God had designed and intended for her. She knew the hour for her final departure was nearing and she calmly called her husband to the bedside Monday night about 8 o'clock and said: "Kiss me goodbye. I can't remain with you any longer, I have to give up. Treat the children well." And to the children, she said: "Be good boys, be good to the baby." Then she said: "It is getting darker, darker, Oh for the last breath." Then she fell into that dreamless sleep that kisses down the eyelids and all that was mortal of Mrs. Bradley passed from earth to that glittering sanctuary beyond the dark river of death. Her maiden name was Christian and she was born in Pettis County and was 38. She joined the Christian Church in Leesville in 1867 and was married to John A. Bradley in 1870. She leaves four boys, the youngest being only three weeks old, and a kind and affectionate husband to mourn her loss. After the funeral at the Christian Church Wednesday, March 31, 1886, the remains were consigned to the Englewood Cemetery, followed by a large concourse of sympathizing friends and relatives.

BRADLEY, Alice Crosswhite MOORE
b: Jul 24 1874, Missouri
d: Dec 23 1960
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Final rites for Mrs. Alice Bradley were held Monday at Schaberg Funeral Home. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery. A lifelong resident of the Shawnee Mound community, Mrs. Bradley was born there July 24, 1874, the daughter of Philip and Mary Crosswhite Moore. On November 27, 1901 she became the bride of Louis R. Bradley and all their married life was spent on the same farm in the Shawnee Mound community. Mr. Bradley died in March of 1949. She made her home in Clinton since that time. At the age of 14 she was converted and joined the Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Surviving are three children: Richard of Boulder, Colorado, Mrs. Mary Helphrey of Denver, Colorado; Finis of Clinton; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

BRADLEY, Allen Deighton
b: Oct 6 1906, Henry Co, MO
d: Sep 13 1955, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton MO - Funeral rites for Allen Deighton Bradley, 48, prominent farmer who died suddenly Sept 13, 1955, of a heart attack, were conducted Sept 15 at the Shawnee Mound Presbyterian Church. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery. Allen Deighton Bradley, the only son of C. C. and Ida Nelson Bradley, was born Oct 6, 1906, near Shawnee Mound in Henry County. This community remained his home through his lifetime except for four years he and his parents lived near Albert, in Rush County, KS. The greater part of his education was received at Shawnee Mound and he was a 1924 graduate of Shawnee Mound High School. On June 19, 1926, he married Matilda Marie Tubbesing, sweetheart of his high school days, and this union was blessed by three children. Mr Bradley was one who made friends easily and enjoyed mingling with them. With an alert mind and an interest in civic and community affairs, especially in farming, his chosen profession, he was well versed in may fields. He was for several years a member of the National Guard. With high Christian ideals, he united with the Shawnee Mound Cumberland Presbyterian Church at the age of 18 and became an active worker. For the past three years he had served as an elder. He had been ill since last December and hospitalized several times. His son, Robert and wife moved to the home in the spring in order to assist in the farming. Death came to Mr Bradley about 8 a.m. at his home. He is survived by the wife; two sons, Robert Allen (and wife) and Fred, a Clinton High School sophomore, of the home; a daughter, Mrs Hershel Hay, Mr Hay and one grandson, Christopher Lee Hay, Lexington; his parents, Mr and Mrs C. C. Bradley, North Second Street; many other relatives and many close friends.

BRADLEY, Betty J. DOUGLAS
b: Jan 29 1922, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
d: Mar 30 1992, Lake Waukomis, Platte Co, MO
bur: Holden Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Ben Cast & Son-Wood Funeral Home, Holden, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Betty J. Bradley, 70, Holden, passed away Monday, March 30, 1992 at Lake Waukomis, Mo. She was born January 29, 1922 in Kansas City, the daughter of Roy and Letha (Hall) Douglas. She married Carl I. Bradley on June 6, 1941 in Kansas City, Mo. He preceded her in death July 13, 1983. Mrs. Bradley lived in Kansas City until moving to Lee's Summit in 1953. She had lived in Holden since 1963. She and her husband Carl, owned and operated the Pine Street Restaurant and Tavern in Holden for 20 years. She leaves two sons, Tom Bradley, Parkville, Mo., and Ed Bradley, Lake Waukomis; her mother Letha Rodgers, Braymer, Mo.; one brother John "Bud" Douglas, North Kansas City; five grandchildren and three step-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, April 2, at Ben Cast and Son-Wood Funeral Home, Holden. Burial was in Holden Cemetery, Holden.

BRADLEY, Christopher C.
b: Jul 8 1875, near Ohio Post Office, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Dec 29 1966, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Crit C. Bradley, son of Thomas A. Bradley and Angeline Venable-Bradley, was born July 8, 1875 and departed this life Dec. 29, 1966 at the age of 91 yrs., 5 mos. and 21 days. He was born near Ohio Post Office in St. Clair Co., Mo. He moved with his parents to a farm in Henry Co., Mo. near Quarles when a lad and attended the Union Grade School. Though his Mother passed away when he was 12 yrs. old the family remained together until the boys were old enough to start making their own way. When only 16 yrs. of age, Crit became an employee of Mr. Hinton, a farmer in the Shawnee Mound (south and west of Shawnee store) Community. He was a trustworthy employee; proven many times by the bond of friendship and confidence which existed between these two as long as Mr. Hinton lived. It was while he was employed on this farm that he met Miss Ida May Nelson who made her home with the Deightons who lived on the adjoining (north) farm. They were married Jan. 11, 1905 and enjoyed almost 62 yrs. of marital life together. One son, Allen D., blessed this union. He departed this life on Sept. 13, 1955. Mr. and Mrs. Bradley lived in the Shawnee Mound Community (except for 4 yrs. spent in Kansas) until 1953 when they retired from farming and moved to Clinton. Mr. Bradley began attending the Shawnee Mound Cumberland Presbyterian Church in May, 1891 and placed his membership there 3 yrs. later. He had maintained his membership and had served his church as Deacon and then was ordained an Elder in 1944. His death closed a family history as he was the last member of a family of two girls and four boys. His life exemplified all that one could desire. In his home there was love, sympathy, godliness and friendliness to all about him. He enjoyed life and always tried to make life pleasant for others, especially for his grandchildren, who lost their father (Allen) when he lost his son. Surviving are his wife of the home, a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Matilda M. Bradley; three grandchildren, Robert & Fred of Kansas City, Mo. and Mrs. Hershel (Dorothy) Hay of Lexington, Mo. He also leaves 5 great-grandchildren, a number of nephews and nieces and a host of friends.

BRADLEY, Christopher C.
b: Sep 27 1835, Howard Co, MO
d: May 11 1925, near Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery BI-BY, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Thursday May 14 1925 - Christopher C. Bradley was born in Howard County, Mo., Sept. 27, 1835, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. F. Jordan, near Calhoun, Monday, May 11, 1925, aged nearly 90 years. The deceased came to Henry County in the 50's, but for several years prior to locating here he resided several years in Johnson and Pettis Counties. He located upon his arrival in Henry County on a farm ten miles south of Windsor where he resided until fifteen years ago when he moved to Windsor. In 1859 he was united in marriage to Mary Venable and to this union five children were born, three daughters and two sons, viz: Mrs. Cassie Bradley, Calhoun; J. R. Bradley, Nevada; Mrs. J. F. Jordan, Calhoun; Dr. W. P. Bradley, Windsor, and Mrs. Rebecca Reavis, Tulsa, Okla. Since the death of Mrs. Bradley in 1921 he had made his home with his children, spending a portion of the year with each one, part of the time here at the home of his son, Dr. W. P. and the remainder of the time with his daughters at Calhoun and Tulsa, and son J. R., at Nevada. He is survived by the children named in the foregoing and ten grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. He had been a member of the Christian church for many years and was a God-fearing, high-minded Christian gentleman who did right because it was right and had no patience with or for guile or hypocrisy. He was a true friend and one who never forgot a kindness. He was only ill a few days but on account of his advanced age there was not enough to build upon so peacefully he fell asleep, feeling no fear as to the future, but resting secure in the promises of the Master. Funeral services were held at the home of his son, Dr. W. P. Bradley, on East Benton street, Tuesday afternoon and interment was made in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

BRADLEY, Daisy E. McFERRIN
b: Nov 2 1925, Daugherty, Cass Co, MO
d: Mar 21 2005, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 24 2005 - Daisy E. Bradley, 79, Windsor, died Monday, March 21, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born November 2, 1925, in Daugherty, the daughter of W. Bert McFerrin and Martha (Cathey) McFerrin. On October 12, 1947, in Calhoun, she married Clarence Oliver Bradley Sr., who died July 5, 1988. Mrs. Bradley was a homemaker and a 4-H leader for many years with the Calhoun Cool Cats 4-H Club and a member of the Tebo Homemakers Club. Survivors include two sons, John Wellington Bradley, Calhoun, and Clarence O. Bradley Jr., Kansas City; a daughter, Barbara Jean Bohon, Windsor; seven grandchildren, Brenda Bowers, Brad Bohon, Becci Franklin, Sarah Mitchell, Andrea Bradley, Brandon Bradley and Jacob Bradley; 13 great-grandchildren, Zachery, Clinton, Breanna, Nicholas, Nolan, Elizabeth, Avery, Cheyenne, Dakota, Laura, Leah, Jamie and Kaleb; a brother Edgar McFerrin and his wife Jewel, Gladstone; a sister-in-law, Emma McFerrin, Hickman Mills, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Allen, Albert and Marvin McFerrin; two sisters, Imogene Cummings and Barbara Wright. Services will be Saturday, March 26, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Calhoun Cemetery.

BRADLEY, Dorothy Ann MONTGOMERY
b: Nov 14 1932, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 21 1994, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Dorothy Ann Montgomery was born November 14, 1932, in Clinton, Henry County. She was one of seven children born to George E. and Verna (Hetherington) Montgomery. She died Thursday, July 21, 1994, at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City. She received her education through the Clinton school system, graduating from Clinton High School in 1950. On June 28, 1953, she was married to Robert A. Bradley and to this union three children were born, Jeffrey Allen, David Aaron and Barbara Ann. She worked for JC Penney's and Golden Valley Memorial Hospital for several years. She spent the rest of her time between jobs and afterwards as a housewife, mother and grandmother. Except for 11 years when she lived in Kansas City, she lived around the Clinton area on a farm. They lived there until the death of her husband. After that she moved into town. Dorothy was a member of the Clinton Christian Church, and was a member of the Shawnee Mound Ladies Aid. She enjoyed being with her family, taking care of her grandchildren and watching them grow up. She had hobbies such as quilting, craft making, flower gardening, housekeeping and cooking. She had many friends that she enjoyed having coffee with and also taking day adventures around the area. She was a mother, best friend and grandma that provided a lot of support and good times to remember. She is survived by two sons, Jeffery A. Bradley and wife Melinda, grandsons, Joshua and Wesley of Clinton, and David A. Bradley and wife Diane, of Harrisonville; one daughter, Barbara A. Osborn and husband Gale, grandson, Jacob, and granddaughter, Hannah, of Lowry City; her mother, Verna Montgomery, Clinton; three brothers, Robert Montgomery, Clinton, Jim Montgomery, Independence, Frank Montgomery of Calhoun; two sisters, Martha Keck, Clinton and Georgia Ross, Urich; and many nieces nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert, on April 1, 1991; her father, George, and one brother, Emmett Montgomery. Funeral services were Monday, July 25, at the Christian Church in Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

BRADLEY, Elfton Lee
b: Mar 30 1917, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 6 2006, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Langsford Funeral Home, Lee's Summit, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 9 2006 - Elfton Lee Bradley, 89, died Friday, October 6, 2006, at the Kansas City Hospice House after a long battle with cancer. He was born March 30, 1917, in Henry County to Judge John Wellington Bradley and Mary Phiel Bradley. After graduating early from Calhoun High School he farmed for many years with his wife Nettie Bentz, and two daughters, Lee Ann and Gail. He was active in numerous Henry county activities and served as a deacon in the Calhoun Presbyterian Church. In 1952 he moved to Chillicothe to become a cattle manager for Ralph L. Smith Farms. He raised and showed prize Angus cattle throughout the country, including Grand Champions at the Kentucky Futura and the Chicago International Shows. In 1960 he joined the Will-Mar Angus Farm in Liberty where he continued showing prized Angus cattle, including the Reserve Grand Champion at the Missouri State Fair. In 1967 he moved to Lee's Summit and joined the U.S. Postal Service, retiring in 1985. On October 16, 1936, he married Nettie Bentz. Survivors include his wife Nettie of nearly 70 years of the home; his sister Mary Helen Ragland and her husband William, Clinton; his sister-in-law Lula Bradley, Versailles; children, Lee Ann Ruff and husband Nelson, Kansas City, and Gail Dwyer, Marietta, Georgia; his grandchildren, Michael and Jennifer Ruff, Raymore, Thomas and Shelly Ruff, Kansas City, Meghan and Chris Hanson, Denver, Colorado, Bradley Dwyer, Atlanta, Georgia, Zachary Dwyer, Atlanta, Georgia, and great-grandchildren, Ryan, Jake and Liam Ruff and Amelia Dwyer Hanson. He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers, Elmer Bradley, Earl Bradley, Howard Bradley and Clarence Bradley. Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 10, at Langsford Funeral Home with graveside services at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

BRADLEY, Elmer T.
b: Nov 24 1880, Johnson Co, MO
d: Jun 12 1938, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Cremation
Clinton, MO - Body of Elmer T. Bradley Found in Missouri River, Brother of Mrs. T.U. Jefferson Had Been In Ill Health, Disappeared June 13 - Suspense gave way to sorrow for Mrs. T. U. Jefferson last Thursday when it was learned her brother, Elmer T. Bradley, of Kansas City, Kansas, missing since June 14, had been found in the Missouri river. We take the following from the Kansas City Times of June 30th: The body of a man taken from the Missouri river near Missouri City Tuesday was identified yesterday as that of Elmer T. Bradley, 57 years old, 320 North Eight street, Kansas City, Kansas. Identification was made by Dick Bradley, a son, who lives at 3845 East Sixtieth street terrace. The son said his father, a Home Owners Loan corporation appraiser working out of the Topeka office, had been in ill health. He disappeared June 12, the son said, and his family had feared he might be an amnesia victim. No marks of violence were found on the body, he added. The body had been in the river about two weeks, young Bradley said. Identification was made by the victim's teeth and clothing, and a set of car keys found in his pocket. Bradley left his car at home before he disappeared. Bradley lived in Kansas City, MO., about twenty-five years and before joining the HOLC was employed for many years by the Kansas City Title and Trust company as an assistant secretary. He was active in Democratic political circles. He is survived also by his wife, Mrs. Edwina Richardson Bradley, and another son, Robert Bradley, both of the home; three brothers, Leslie H. Bradley, St. Louis; Charles J. Bradley, Bradford, Ark., and Lieut. Com. Edwin H. Bradley of Napa, Calif., and two sisters, Mrs. Mary Jefferson of Urich, Mo., and Mrs. Stella Self of Dallas. Elmer T. Bradley, son of James C. and Emma Stark Bradley, was born Nov. 24, 1880 in Johnson County, Mo. He was united in marriage with Edwina Richardson on June 10, 1908. Two sons were born to them - Elmer T. Bradley, Jr., and Robert L. Bradley. Mr. Bradley had been a member of the Presbyterian church for several years. He was well known in Urich community. Funeral services were held last Friday morning at the Eylar Chapel. The body was cremated. Mr. and Mrs. T. U. Jefferson and two children and Miss Edith Jefferson attended the funeral.

BRADLEY, Ernest Leander Sr.
b: Jan 9 1880, St. Clair Co, MO
d: May 5 1954, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton MO - Funeral services for Ernest Bradley, Sr., 74, were conducted May 7 at Vansant Funeral Home. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery. Ernest Bradley was born Jan. 9, 1880, in St. Clair County, near Ohio Post Office, the son of Thomas Allen and Angeline Venable Bradley. When a small boy he moved with his parents to Henry County, east of Quarles. On Dec 21, 1904, he married Ollie Gilbert and five children blessed this union. They first made their home near Quarles where they owned a farm and also operated the Quarles General Store. They later moved to Shawnee Mound and there also operated a general store. Several years ago they moved to Creighton where they continued in the same business. He had been in ill health a number of years but had remained quite active until his last illness. He died May 5 at St. Lukes, Kansas City, where he had been hospitalized some two weeks, his family with him to provide every care and comfort possible. Mr. Bradley was converted in 1912 and became a member of the Shawnee Mound Cumberland Church. Later, with his wife, he united with the Methodist Church in Creighton. Thus, briefly, are summed up the events in this good man's life but his influence and the example he set will live on in his children and the hearts of those nearest him. Devoted to family and friends, he gave nothing less than his best, always kind and helpful, always placing service above self. Survivors are the wife of the home; two daughters, Mrs. Albert Southers, Huntingdale, and Ms. C. Weaver, Kansas City; three sons, Ernest, Kansas City, and Gilbert and Paul of Creighton; and one brother, C. C. Bradley, North Second Street, Clinton; other relatives and many friends. A sister and brother preceded him in death many years ago, also a brother, Lewis, about five years ago, and Mrs. Vina Clark, a sister, preceded him in death a month to the day, her death occurring Apr 5.

BRADLEY, Ervin Robert "Bud"
b: Oct 19 1919
d: Nov 30 1961, SE of Brownington, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Thursday, Dec 7 1961 - Ervin Robert Bradley, 42, Brownington, who had been in ill health about six months, died about 8:30 a.m., Nov. 30, 1961, at the home of his parents, southeast of Brownington. Funeral services were held Dec. 2, at the Brownington Baptist Church. Internment was in Maplewood Cemetery.

BRADLEY, Ethel Fern WILSON
b: Sep 8 1906, Racket, Benton Co, MO
d: Nov 11 1995, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ethel F. Wilson was born September 8, 1906, in Racket, in Benton County, the daughter of Willis Edward and Mary Elizabeth (Osborn) Wilson. She died Saturday, November 11, 1995, at the Westwood Nursing Center in Clinton at the age of 89. Ethel was a lifelong resident of this area. On August 25, 1934, Ethel was united in marriage to Finis E. Bradley, who preceded her in death on November 9, 1995. She is survived by five brothers, Owen Wilson, Glen Wilson, Clayton Wilson and Allen E. "Doc" Wilson, all of Clinton, and Cleo Wilson, Kansas City. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Donald D. Bradley on November 27, 1965; a sister, Edwina Wilson and two brothers, Earl Wilson and Dean Wilson. Graveside services were held Tuesday, November 14 in Englewood Cemetery.

BRADLEY, Finis Elmo
b: Nov 8 1906, Shawnee Mound, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 9 1995, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Finis Elmo Bradley was born November 8, 1906, at Shawnee Mound, the son of Lewis and Alice Moore Bradley. He died November 9, 1995, at the Westwood Nursing Center in Clinton. Finis attended school at Shawnee Mound, graduating in 1927. On August 25, 1934, Finis and Ethel Fern Wilson were united in marriage, a marriage of 61 years. To this marriage a son was born, Donald Dean Bradley on June 14, 1936. Donald died November 27, 1965. Ethel died November 11, 1995, at the Westwood Nursing Center. Survivors include one brother, Richard (Dick) Bradley, also at Westwood, and one sister, Mary Helphrey of Colorado Springs, Co.; numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Finis worked many years as a meat cutter at Pecks Grocery, the A&P Store and also for Glen Wilson Fruit & Produce. He was an active member of the Sunrise and Sunset Optimist clubs for many years. He had served as president of the Sunset Optimist Club and also the Lt. governor for the district. He was an avid bowler. He bowled with the seniors at the Meadowlark Lanes. Graveside services will be held at the Englewood Cemetery on Monday, November 13.

BRADLEY, Frederick
b: abt 1889, Johnson Co, MO
d: Sep 1932, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co, CA
bur: Cremation
The Urich Herald, Sep 22 1932 - Fred Bradley Takes Own Life - Mrs. T. U. Jefferson received a sad message from her brother, Lieut. E. H. Bradley, of San Diego, Calif., last Friday morning, telling her that another brother, Fred Bradley, of Los Angeles, Calif., was dead. A later message came informing Mrs. Jefferson that death was suicidal and that a note was left requesting his body to be cremated, and this wish was complied with. Further details as to the reason for taking his life, the way it was committed and the exact time of death have not yet been learned. Mr. Bradley was here last fall to visit in the Jefferson home. He was a cheerful and seemed to be well and happy, and his brother, Elmer T. Bradley, of Kansas City, had received a very cheerful letter from him in July. The deceased was 43 years of age last January, and had never married. He was born in Johnson county but was reared in the Lucas neighborhood, where he lived until going to France in Feb. 1918, as a soldier in the World War. He returned in July, 1919, farming on the home place for two years, and went to California in 1921. He had worked as a carpenter and the last several years had conducted a cabinet shop, having a Swiss to do the fancy carving for him. Besides Mrs. Jefferson, of Urich, he is survived by another sister and four brothers as follows: Lieut. E. H. Bradley, San Diego, Calif.; L. H. Bradley, Little Rock, Ark.; C. J. Bradley, Bradford, Ark.; Elmer T. Bradley, Kansas City; and Mrs. Stella Self, Dallas, Texas; also a stepbrother, W. H. Evans, of Wichita, Kas. Mrs. Jefferson and the other sister and brothers have the sympathy of all in their sorrow.

BRADLEY, Gilbert
b: Aug 14 1919, Quarles, Henry Co, MO
d: Sep 9 1995, Tucson, AZ
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Gilbert Bradley, son of Ernest L. and Ollie Bell (Gilbert) Bradley (for whom he was named), was born August 14, 1919 in Quarles, and died September 9, 1995, at the St. Mary's Rehabilitation Center in Tucson, Arizona, at the age of 76. He grew up in the Quarles area and attended high school at Shawnee Mound. After high school he worked at an aircraft factory in Kansas City and Tulsa, Oklahoma. He joined the Army in 1943 and served as flight engineer on B-17's during World War II. While stationed in Amarillo, Texas, he met a beautiful young woman and it was love at first sight. On July 5, 1945, he married Mary Lueise Murphy of Amarillo, Texas. Gilbert and Lueise made their home in Amarillo during his Army service. They moved to Creighton in December of 1945. They were partners with his parents in a family-owned grocery store until 1959. He held several jobs besides working in his store. He worked as a part-time postal carrier. He was appointed Post Master of Creighton in 1962. He was very proud of his appointment signed by President John F. Kennedy. He retired in 1978 and moved to Tucson, Arizona, for his health. He suffered many medical problems since and always had the courage and the love for life to fight them. Among his greatest loves were his wife Lueise; his daughters Sandra and Joyce; his seven grandchildren and his four great-grandchildren. His hobbies included gardening, woodworking, his bird farm and especially playing the piano, which is a talent he passed on to three of his grandchildren, Stacey, Jason and Jared. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Ollie Bradley; two brothers, Ernest Bradley Jr. and Paul Thomas Bradley. He had a great love for life and will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife Lueise; daughter and son-in-law Sandra and Everett J. Thornburg; daughter Joyce Jackson; grandchildren Christee, Jason and Jared Thornburg, Racheal Watson, Stacey Perriman, Bradley Darrell and Christi Beth Jackson; great-grandchildren, Kayla, Justin and Steve Watson and Brandon Perriman; sisters Wilma Southers and Evelyn Weaver. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Friday, September 15. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

BRADLEY, Harold "Hal"
b: Nov 11 1933, near Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 21 2008, Fallbrook, CA
bur: Cremation
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 27 2008 - Harold (Hal) Bradley, 74, Fallbrook, California, died on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, after a long battle with melanoma. He was born Nov. 11, 1933, at the family farm near Calhoun to Noel and Opal Bradley. After his first marriage to Barbara Varner on June 17, 1953, Hal served in the United States Army in Orleans, France, in 1955. Returning to the United States he first obtained a B.S. in Engineering from UCLA and later an M.S. in Engineering from USC in 1964. He worked for the next 15 years at Hughes and later at TRW, primarily involved in large, highly classified projects. He and three other engineers founded a new company, applied Research Inc., and Hal was appointed president and CEO of ARI in 1978. ARI was subsequently acquired by Wyle Laboratories in El Segundo, where he became a division vice president. In 1978 Hal married Marilyn Bertalan. Hall was an active member of his churches over the years, serving as Sunday school teacher, superintendent, deacon, elder, and mission committee member. He had also been an active member of Bible Study Fellowship for the past 10 years. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Marilyn; three daughters, Sheryl, Marcia, Janet; former wife Barbara; his mother Opal, Clinton; brothers, Gary of Overland Park, Kansas, and Don of Liberty; sister Melva, Richmond; his uncle Virgil, Clinton, and by his 10 grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A celebration of life will be held at Christ the King Lutheran Church, Fallbrook, California, on Saturday, Nov. 1. His ashes will be entombed at Point Loma Military Cemetery in San Diego.

BRADLEY, Ida May NELSON
b: Feb 12 1880, Albert, Rush Co, KS
d: Mar 12 1980, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ida May Bradley, a resident of the Westwood Manor Nursing Home for the past three and a half years, quietly slipped into eternal rest at 9 P. M. Wednesday, March 12, 1980, at the Manor. She had celebrated her 100th birthday February 12, just one month before. Although Ida May Nelson, daughter of Francis and Catherine Nelson, was born in Albert, Kansas in Rush County, she had spent most of her life in Missouri. Her mother passed away when Ida was two years old and she was reared in the home of an uncle, Richard Deighton. Later when they left Kansas and came to Missouri in a covered wagon, they settled in the Shawnee Mound community, north and west of the Shawnee Mound school. She received her elementary education at the Shawnee Mound School. On January 11, 1905, she was united in marriage to C. C. (Crit) Bradley at the William Hinton home in the same community. Except for four years when they lived in Kansas, they were farmers living in the vicinity. In 1953, they moved to Clinton to retire. Crit and Ida's marriage was blessed with one son, Allen Deighton. He later married Matilda Marie Tubbesing. Her husband, son and daughter-in-law all preceeded her in death. Allen died in 1955, Crit in 1966 and Tillie in 1967. There were three grandchildren, Dorothy Marie, Robert Allen and Frederick Nelson. The grandchildren have tenderly cared for Ida throughout these years, watching over her needs while she remained in her home at 919 N. 2nd Street. After she became unable to stay in her home alone, she was placed in Westwood Manor, and they continued to keep in touch with her there. They planned and had charge of the open house there on her 100th birthday. The in-laws were as dear to her as the grandchildren. Dorothy Marie is married to Hershel Hay of Lexington, Robert Allen to Dorothy Montgomery-Bradley of Clinton, and Fred to Judi Hodges-Bradley of Colorado Springs, Colo. Ida was a member of the Shawnee Mound Cumberland Presbyterian Church, where she was active until her strength no longer allowed. She was a member of the Missionary Society there and of the Ladies Aid of the community. She was always held in high esteem, being a willing, untiring worker and wonderful cook. She was a member of the Royal Neighbors. Mrs. Bradley was a good mother, good neighbor and kind friend. She loved the Bible and was a real Christian woman. Devoted to her family, she will be remembered for her thoughtfulness, her kindness and her friendliness. She loved people and all who knew her loved her. Besides the three grandchildren and their spouses, there were seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild who will miss her: Chris, Barb and Adam Hay, Springfield; Cara and Paul Wallace, Lexington; Jeffrey Allen, David Aaron and Barbara Ann, Clinton; Dale Nelson Bradley of Denver, Colo.; Kimberly Arnsdorff of Colorado Springs, Colo. and also a number of nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services were Saturday, March 15, at the Shawnee Mound Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery at Clinton.

BRADLEY, Isadore McMILLIN
b: May 7 1895, St. Clair Co, MO
d: May 20 1972, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Isadore Bradley, youngest daughter of Rev. George and Abbie Cross McMillin, was born May 7, 1895, in St. Clair County, Missouri, and passed away May 20, 1972, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton, Mo., at the age of 77 years. She was united in marriage on Oct. 16, 1910, to James Franklin Bradley in Brownington, Missouri. To this union three children were born. Emma May and Irvin who preceded her in death and one son, Ivan of Brownington, who survives. In addition to the son, she is survived by her husband, James Bradley of the home in Brownington, three grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, a host of nieces and nephews, friends and neighbors. In 1923, she became a member of the Brownington Christian Church and was one of the last of the remaining members of the congregation. Isadore was also the last survivor of the 13 children of the Rev. George McMillin Family. Funeral services were May 23, at the Baptist Church in Brownington, Mo. Burial was in Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

BRADLEY, James Charles
b: Mar 1 1847, near Columbus, Johnson Co, MO
d: Feb 3 1917, near Lucas, Henry Co, MO
bur: Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Urich Herald, Feb 8 1917 - James Charles Bradley, the youngest son of James H. and Lucy S. Bradley, was born March 1, 1847, near Columbus, Johnson County, MO., and departed this life at his home near Lucas, Henry Co., Mo., February 3, 1917, of pneumonia, aged 69 years, 11 months and 2 days. He spent his early life with his parents on the farm where he was born. He joined the Confederate army under Gen. Marmaduke at the age of seventeen years and served until the close of the war. Then returning home he lived with his parents until October 7, 1875, when he was united in marriage with Miss Emma Frances Stark, of Warrensburg, Mo. To this union seven children were born, all of whom are living. They are: Leslie H. Bradley, of Little Rock, Ark., Edwin H. Bradley, of Honolulu, Hawaii; Elmer T. Bradley, of Kansas City, Mo.; Chas. J. Bradley, of Sterling, Colorado; Fine A. Bradley, of Dallas, Texas; Mrs. Stella Self of Dallas, Texas; and Fred P. Bradley, who was living with his father. In 1890 he moved to the farm near Lucas, where he resided until death. Here in the year 1891 - Feb 21 - his wife passed away. On Jan 8, 1893 he was married to Mrs. Lillian Evans, who survives him. To this union one daughter was born, Miss Mary Bradley, now a teacher in the Urich public schools. Mrs. Bradley has two children by her former marriage, Mrs. Carrie Gibson of Kansas City, Mo., and W. H. Evans of Conway Springs, Kansas. All the above named were here at the funeral except Charles, who arrived too late Sunday afternoon, and Edwin, who is at Honolulu and could not get here. At an early age he was converted and united with the M. E. church, South, a member of which he remained until God called him home. We shall miss him in the home, in the church and community, but our loss is his gain. The funeral service was held at Lucas M. E. church, South, Sunday, after which the body was conveyed to the Carpenter cemetery, east of Blairstown and laid away to await the resurrection.

BRADLEY, James Clayton
b: Feb 21 1918, Coal, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 14 1992, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery BI-BY, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Clayton Bradley, 74, Windsor, died Wednesday morning, October 14, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. He was born February 21, 1918, in Coal, Missouri, the son of James Jasper Bradley and Etta O. McDowell Bradley. On April 1, 1939, in Sedalia, he married Theresa Mae Henderson, who preceded him in death July 20, 1991. Mr. Bradley was a Navy veteran of World War II. He was employed by the International Shoe Company in Windsor for over 20 years as a maintenance foreman. He was also a member of the First Baptist Church in Windsor. Survivors include two sons, Gale Bradley, Ottawa, Kansas, and Dale Bradley, Ozark. Four grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be Friday, October 16, at the Hadley Funeral Home. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

BRADLEY, James Franklin "Jim"
b: Mar 26 1893, Little Rock, AR
d: Aug 23 1984, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - James Franklin Bradley, 91, passed away Aug. 23, 1984 at the home of his son Ivan Bradley. He was born March 26, 1893 to Franklin and Shinney Moore Bradley at Little Rock, Arkansas, moving to Gerster, Missouri at an early age, later coming to Brownington, where he worked as a farmer and laborer at the W. S. Dickey Tile Factory in Deepwater. There he met and married Isadore McMillin at Brownington on Oct. 16, 1910, who preceded him in death in 1972. To this union three children were born, Emma Mae, who died in infancy, Irvin, who died 20 years ago, and the one surviving son, Ivan of the home in Brownington, three grandchildren, five great- grandchildren and one step-great-grandchild. A number of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Brownington Baptist Church on Aug. 25, 1984. Burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery at Brownington, Missouri.

BRADLEY, Jane
b: n/a
d: 1992, Rocheport, Boone Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mr. and Mrs. Garold Bradley received word of the sudden death Tuesday evening of a sister-in-law, Mrs. Thomas (Jane) Bradley at Rocheport. Her husband returned home from work and found his wife dead in the bathroom of a heart attack. The funeral will be Friday, at the Markland Funeral Home at New Franklin, Mo.

BRADLEY, Jane NICHOLS
b: Jul 19 1921, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 7 2006, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery BI-BY, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 9 2006 - Jane Bradley, 84, Windsor, died Wednesday, June 7, 2006, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. She was born in Windsor, July 19, 1921, the daughter of S. Frank Nichols and Mildred (King) Nichols, who preceded her in death March 23, 1991. She attended Windsor schools and had worked at the Kroger Grocery store in Windsor for several years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Windsor, where she often played the piano and taught her Sunday school class. Survivors include a niece Patricia (Arey) Warner and her husband David, Windsor, their children, Laura (Warner) Allen and her husband Jim, Penfield, New York; Julie (Warner) Heavrin and her husband Robert "Chip", their children Danielle and Emily, West Plains; Matthew Warner and his wife Penni, Windsor, their children Marybeth and Weston; and a second niece Diane (Arey) Masters and her husband Brad, Lee's Summit, and their children Becky and David Knight, both of Kansas City; an aunt Helen King, Lebanon; her son Clayton and his wife Betty, and their children Douglas and Angela, Centralia. She was preceded in death by a sister Jacqueline Jean (Nichols) Arey, in 1956. Graveside services will be Saturday, June 10, at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

BRADLEY, Jean J. ROSINSKA
b: Nov 20 1908, New Bedford, MA
d: Mar 13 1992, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Jean J. Bradley, 83, Windsor, died Friday, March 13, 1992, at Golden valley Hospital. She was born November 20, 1908, in New Bedford, Mass., daughter of Peter Rosinska and Alice Galenek Rosinska. She was married November 14, 1954, in Mountain Home, Arkansas, to Ralph A. Bradley, who died on September 25, 1986. She was a homemaker. She was a member of the Windsor First Christian Church. Graveside services will be Tuesday at the Calhoun cemetery.

BRADLEY, Laura B. SHERIDAN
b: Feb 5 1913, Charity, Dallas Co, MO
d: Jul 22 2001, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Gardens of Memory Cemetery, Buffalo, Dallas Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 23 2001 - Laura B. Bradley, 88, Windsor, died Sunday morning, July 22, 2001, at the Truman Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Windsor. She was born February 5, 1913, in Charity, the daughter of Benjamin Franklin Sheridan and Margaret Frances (Smith) Sheridan. On June 12, 1928, in Buffalo, Missouri, she married Theodore Thomas Bradley, who preceded her in death March 5, 1982. She was a homemaker and a devout Christian. She was an active member of her church until her later years. Survivors include a son, Carl Bradley, Kingsville; two daughters, Jeri Chambers, Windsor, and Jean Wilkins, Grandview; seven grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. Graveside committal services will be at a later date in the Memory Gardens Cemetery, Buffalo, Missouri.

BRADLEY, Laura Ellen JORDAN
b: Oct 27 1846, Howard Co, MO
d: Jan 31 1925, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Laura Ellen Jordan, daughter of William and Elizabeth Jordan, was born in Howard county, Mo., Oct. 27, 1846, passed away Jan. 31st, 1925. This noble family moved to Henry county when she was about 13 years old and her mother died the following year. She often spoke of those times when she was young that she would do the spinning and weaving, as they owned slaves and the burden of keeping house didn't have to fall on her young shoulders so heavily. Those colored people were as dear to her as her own relatives and she spoke many times of home she and her brother would steal way to the kitchen and eat with them. Her father was one of those honest, kind men, and in those days when a troop of soldiers came thru he would always say to cook and give them all they wanted to eat, no matter how many, so they always had the good will of the men. Her mother's name was Elizabeth Drake and she often spoke of visits back to Howard county across the country in the wagon to the old home place. She often told of her father and the older Drakes sending one of the relatives back to England to see about their interest in the Sir Francis Drake estate, as they clamed to be direct descendants of him, but this relative was never seen or heard from again. Jan. 4, 1866, she was married to Barton Stone Bradley, who had just returned from the Civil War, and who has preceded her to the other side just two years and 5 months. Eight children were born to this union, the three oldest dying from that dreadful disease, diphtheria, in less than two months time; also a little sister; then her father sickened and died at the same time, so her troubles were almost too much to bear, as those were the only children at that time. The other five are: Woodie, Tillie, Anna, Creath and Joseph, who were with her to the last. She also leaves four brothers - George of Sedalia; Will of Los Angeles, Calif.; John of Calhoun, and James of Windsor; and four dear grandchildren. A beautiful short service was conducted at the home and then her body was taken to Mt. Olivet. Then she was laid to rest beside her dear husband. She united with the Christian church early in life and remained a faithful Christian until death.

BRADLEY, Laura Juanita
b: Oct 15 1913, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Aug 6 1993, Harrisonville, Cass Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Laura Juanita Bradley, daughter of Joseph Wright and Cora Mae McLane Bradley, was born October 15, 1913, in Windsor and passed away August 6, 1993, at the Camden Health care Center, Harrisonville, at the age of 79. She had lived in Clinton since 1983. She was the Dean of Women and Associate Professor at Peru College, Peru, Nebraska, for 17 years before retiring in 1975. She was a member of the Clinton Christian Church, and a veteran of WWII WACS US Army. She was a graduate of Central Missouri State University. Graveside services were held at the Englewood Cemetery Monday, August 9, 1993.

BRADLEY, Lewis Ritcherson
b: Aug 7 1869, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Mar 4 1949, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Another page was turned in the Book of Life when death came and closed the eyes and ended the earthly sufferings of L. R. Bradley at his home at 7:26 a. m., Friday. Lewis Richard Bradley, a son of Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Bradley, was born August 7, 1869, in St. Clair County, Missouri, and entered the great beyond March 4, 1949, making his span of life almost 80 years. His parents moved to a farm east of Quarles and Lewis found work in the Shawnee Mound neighborhood, where he met the girl of his choice, Miss Alice Moore, to whom he was married on November 27, 1901. This union was blessed with three children, all of whom survive: Richard of Colorado Springs, Colo., Finis E. and Mrs. Ralph Helphrey of Clinton. Mr. Bradley was devoted to his family, always performing the little kindnesses that go to make a happy home. He was also a faithful worker for his Lord, having professed Christ as his Savior and united with the Cumberland Presbyterian Church at Shawnee Mound in December 1894. He taught a Sunday School class for 26 years, his influence reaching so far that none can measure his accomplishments for the Kingdom of God. He was first a deacon in his church and then an elder, in which capacity he served at the time of his death. Mr. Bradley was one who bore his sufferings cheerfully and through his prolonged illness he kept up his spirit and faith. A short time before his death, a relative expressed a wish for his welfare. Realizing his condition, he replied with the courage so characteristic of him, "As for me, I can only grin and bear it, and I'm to grin just as much as I can". He always had an interest in those about him, both young and old, and though he knew his time here was limited he spoke to his friends about his readiness to go whenever God saw fit to call him. Besides his companion and children he leaves five grandchildren, two brothers, C. C. of Shawnee Mound and Ernest of Creighton, and one sister, Mrs. Vina Clark, also of Shawnee Mound, besides a host of other relatives and friends. His kindly words and smile will be missed by all who knew him. Funeral services for this good man were held Sunday afternoon at the Shawnee Mound Cumberland Presbyterian Church where he had given such happy and cheerful service. The large crowd of sympathizing friends and neighbors attested to his worthy character and the floral offerings were a symbol of the love and esteem accorded him. Burial was in Englewood.

BRADLEY, Marietta Lucy REESE
b: Nov 24 1912
d: Apr 5 1972, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Ivan Bradley of Brownington, died this morning, April 5, 1972, in the Golden Valley Hospital. She is survived by her husband, Ivan Bradley, of the home; two daughters, Mrs. Julia Von Gentry of Independence, and Mrs. Joyce Sue Lesmeister, Windsor; one son, Joe Ivan Bradley, Raytown; three brothers, Floyd Reese, Lowry City; Lee Reese, Brownington; John Reese, Pittsburg, Kansas; two sisters, Mrs. Rue Porter, Popular Bluff and Mrs. Alma Collicott of Severn, Maryland. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Brownington Baptist Church with burial in the Maplewood Cemetery at Brownington, Mo.

BRADLEY, Mary Lueise MURPHY
b: Aug 13 1924, Alvarado, Johnson Co, TX
d: Aug 9 2002, Creighton, Cass Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 28 2002 - Mary Lueise Murphy Bradley was born August 13, 1924, in Alvarado, Texas, to Dewey and Lillie Mae Adams Murphy and died August 9, 2002, at her home in Creighton. She grew up in Texas and met Gilbert Bradley, who was stationed in Amarillo, Texas. They married on July 5, 1945, and moved to Creighton in December 1945. They were partners in Gilbert's parents' family-owned grocery store until 1959. Lueise later worked at Western Electric, kept books for Jim Johnson and A&M Quarries. After Gilbert's retirement they moved to Tucson, Arizona, where they lived until Gilbert's death in 1995. She then returned to Creighton to live the remainder of her life. She was a member of the Creighton United Methodist Church of over 50 years. She is survived by her two daughters, Sandra Thornburg of Farmington, New Mexico, and Joyce Jackson, Creighton; one sister, Ann Pittman, Creighton, and seven grandchildren, Rachael, Stacey, Christee, Jason, Jared, Bradley and Christi, and her seven great-grandchildren, Kayla, Justin, Brandon, Steven, Cierra, Savannah and A. J. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Tuesday, August 13. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

BRADLEY, Matilda Marie TUBBESING
b: Oct 16 1906, Jefferson City, Cole Co, MO
d: Nov 19 1967, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Funeral services for Mrs Matilda Bradley, 61, of 206 N. Carter, who died Nov 19, 1967 at Wetzel Hospital, where she was admitted the previous Sunday. She had been in ill health for some time, having undergone surgery in July. Funeral services were held Nov 22, 1967, at the Shawnee Mound Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Interment was in Englewood cemetery with Vansant Funeral Home in charge. Matilda Marie Bradley was born Oct 16, 1906, in Jefferson City, MO, one of ten children of William and Lizzie Ludemann Tubbesing. When she was about six months old, her parents came to Henry County and the remainder of her days were spent in the Shawnee Mound and Clinton vicinities. She received her elementary education at Comer School and attended high school at Shawnee Mound. She united with the Quarles Baptist Church when a young girl, then later transferred her membership to the Shawnee Mound Cumberland Presbyterian Church, where she became a deaconess. On June 19, 1926, she married Allen Bradley whom death claimed in September, 1955. Three children were born to this union, Dorothy Marie, Robert Allen and Frederick Nelson, all of whom survive. Most of her life was spent on a farm and she loved the beauty of country life where she was adept with plants. However, after her husband's death, it was necessary to seek employment elsewhere so she moved to Clinton. For a number of years she was a receptionist for Dr R. J. Powell at Wetzel Hospital. Burial was in Englewood cemetery, Clinton.

BRADLEY, Mildred L. "Millie" ALLEN
b: Dec 30 1934, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Dec 14 2004, Liberty, Clay Co, MO
bur: Salem Cemetery, Independence, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 16 2004 - Mildred L. "Millie" Bradley, 69, Liberty, died Tuesday, December 14, 2004, at Liberty Hospital. She was born December 30, 1934, in Lowry City, the daughter of James Leonard and Gladys (Warner) Allen. She lived and raised her family in Independence. She was a purchasing secretary for McPike/Foxmeyer Company, retiring in 1993. She graduated from Clinton High School in 1953. Survivors include her husband of 50 years, Don Bradley of the home; one daughter Deborah Bradley of Independence; two sons Gregory Bradley and wife Ginny, Holt, and Michael Bradley and wife Jeannette, Southhaven, Mississippi; three brothers, Edward Allen, Charles Allen, Clinton, Delbert Allen, Kingsville, Warrensburg; nine grandchildren, one great-grandchild on the way. Funeral services will be Friday, December 17, at New Salem Funeral Home, 24 Highway and Blue Mills Road, Independence. Burial will be in New Salem Cemetery.

BRADLEY, Mildred L. McGINNESS
b: Aug 18 1914, Coal, Henry Co, MO
d: May 28 1995, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mildred L. Bradley was born August 18, 1914, at Coal, and died on May 27, 1995, at her home in Clinton. She was the daughter of Ernest and Grace McGinness. She attended Coal schools where she spent her childhood and young adult life. On July 6, 1932, she married George Bradley and they moved to Montrose where George was a letter carrier. After several years in Montrose, George was transferred to Deepwater. later they came to Clinton to reside. Soon after their move to Clinton their lives were blessed by a darling baby girl, Ronda Gaye, who has brought much joy to their lives. She was employed at Mattingly Brothers for 27 years before her retirement. She enjoyed working in the public and being among people. By nature Mildred was a quiet person. Her family and friends were very important to her. She enjoyed keeping in touch with those out of town by correspondence. She loved to travel and just recently spoke to family members about wanting to go to Branson when she got to feeling better. Early in life she joined the Good Hope Baptist Church and later transferred her membership to the Clinton Christian Church where she has been a member for many years. Mildred was a member of C.W.F. and the C.C.S. Club. She was a volunteer with the golden Valley Hospital Auxiliary, completing 1367 and half hours, before the decline of her health forced her to retire. She was preceded in death by her husband, George; her mother and father, Grace and Ernest McGinness; a sister, Wanda Jean Kellogg; two brothers, who died at infancy, and niece, Cathy Kellogg. She is survived by her daughter, Ronda Gaye Gunter, Tampa, Florida; sister, Ernestine Cook, Wichita, Kansas; son-in-law, J. R. Gunter, Tampa, Florida; granddaughters, Jo Lynn Hayes, Omaha, Nebraska, Jennifer B. Walseth, Tampa, Florida, Jamie R. Gunter, Sarasota, Florida; great-grandchildren, Paul Ryan, Brett, Dustin and Mary Elizabeth Hayes of Omaha, Nebraska; niece, Kimberly K. Kellogg, Leawood, Kansas; great-niece, Sarah Grace Huffman; great-nephews, Josif and Eli Huffman, Leawood, Kansas, and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel Wednesday, May 31. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

BRADLEY, Nellie LOWRY
b: Nov 8 1896, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 3 1991, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Nellie L. Bradley, 94, Leeton, died Thursday, Oct. 3, at Warrensburg Manor Care Center. She was born Nov. 8 1896, in Windsor, daughter of Daniel E. Lowry and Drusilla Egbert Lowry. She married Paul P. Bradley on Jan. 19, 1922 in Sedalia. He preceded her in death May 17, 1974. Mrs. Bradley was a member of the Leeton Christian Church and was a housewife. She is survived by one son, Royce Bradley, Dayton, Ohio, and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Ida, Emma and Daisy, and two brothers, Allen and Clarence. Funeral services were held Sunday, Oct. 6, at the Leeton Christian Church. Burial was in Mineral Creek Cemetery under the direction of Holdren Funeral Home.

BRADLEY, Noel Vance
b: Aug 23 1910, near Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
d: May 30 1995, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Noel Vance Bradley was born August 23, 1910, at the home on the family farm near Calhoun, to Clyde and Lula Bradley. He graduated from the Roseland Grade School. Noel married Opal Frances Hall on October 8, 1932, in Warrensburg. Along with Opal, he is survived by their four children, Harold of Fallbrook, California, Donnie of Independence, Gary of Overland Park, Kansas, and Melva Slack of Richmond. Noel and Opal were blessed with 13 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Virgil, of Clinton. As was typical for Midwestern families during Noel's early adulthood, close family ties were developed between the family, friends and neighbors, many of whom lived near Leesville and Roseland. Noel lived all of his life in or near Calhoun and had many close, trusting, lifelong friends. He and Opal bought this farm home a short time after their marriage and have lived there through their entire 62 years of marriage. Close neighbor ties were also developed as folks worked to scratch a living from their farms. Those ties heightened during harvest season when threshing crews moved from farm to farm with teamwork sharing large lunchtime meals, and during hog and beef butchering time in early winter. Noel was typical of many of the farmers being a jack of all trades and skilled as a carpenter and mechanic. Most today will have only a vague notion of what farm life was like during the 30s and 40s. Tools and equipment were primitive by today's standards and required intense physical labor. During winter months when farm labor reduced, Noel supported the family farm income by working in a strip coal mine on the WPA, and as a corn fodder ages ranging from 50 cents to $1 per day. The work ethics and frugal money-spending practices necessary during this period have carried over throughout his life and to some extent have been instilled into his children's lives. Noel's life wasn't just work on the farm. He often spoke fondly of family reunions, picnics, and fishing trips to White Sulfur Springs. Later he was a staunch supporter of his children's baseball and basketball sports endeavors, attending as many games as possible and allowing time out from hay bailing and harvesting for them to participate. Noel's primary vacation each year, and a true joy in his life, was his attendance at the State Fair in Sedalia. He worked at the fair for 26 straight years. As assistant parking superintendent, he managed to find jobs for his sons and neighborhood boys parking cars each year. He served for many years as a planner for the Agricultural Department of the Calhoun Colt Show and won ribbons for his best crops in the competitions each year. Noel also loved raising Angus cattle and would fatten the calves through the winter to sell in the spring. Noel accepted Jesus as his Savior at a young age and was a member of Oak Grove Methodist Church for many years. He served in church offices and enjoyed gospel singing. He especially enjoyed attending and participating in "singspirations" at various community churches. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge in Clinton. Everyday of his life he practiced and instilled in those around him a sense of honesty and integrity. One of his prime beliefs was, "If you give your word, then keep it." He was always firm in his belief of the way he wanted things done. Funeral services were Friday, June 2, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Calhoun Cemetery.

BRADLEY, Olivene Lois HAYDEN
b: Apr 3 1910, Hickory Co, MO
d: Feb 22 2000, Grandview, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 3 2000 - Olivene Lois (Hayden) Bradley died Tuesday, February 22, 2000, at the Life Care Center of Grandview at the age of 89 years. She was born April 3, 1910, in Hickory County, the daughter of Oben Leslie and Eda Ann (Howard) Hayden. On November 28, 1929, she married Richard Paul Bradley. They had two children, Marvin, who preceded Olivene in death in 1989, and Marilois, who lives in Kansas City. Marvin's wife, Roberta, and four children live in Houston, Texas. Marilois Kierstein has two children, a daughter, Julie Newsome with five children living in Kansas City and a son, Barry Kierstein living in Milford, New Hampshire. Olivene and Richard lived as farmers in Henry County until 1945 when they moved to Colorado Springs, Colorado, because of their son's health. They lived there and in Boulder, Colorado, until retirement from their work in 1978. Olivene worked as a secretary with the Department of Commerce, retiring in 1970, before they returned to Clinton in 1972. Olivene was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Friday, February 25. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

BRADLEY, Ollie Belle GILBERT
b: May 24 1886, Missouri
d: Jan 4 1970, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton MO - Services will be held Tuesday at Vansants for Mrs. Ollie B. Bradley. Burial will be Englewood. Mrs. Bradley, 84, died early Sunday morning at Lindeman Nursing Home in Kansas City. A longtime resident of the Golden Valley, she and her husband operated the store at Shawnee Mound for years and later lived in Creighton. Mr. Bradley died in 1954. Survivors include two sons, Ernest Bradley, Jr., Kansas City, and Gilbert Bradley, Creighton; two daughters, Mrs. Albert (Wilma) Southers, Clinton, and Mrs. Leonard (Evelyn) Weaver, Kansas City; one brother, J. J. Gilbert, fourteen grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren.

BRADLEY, R. C. Dr.
b: Aug 29 1929, Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 19 1995, Denton, TX
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Dr. R. C. Bradley Sr. died Sunday, February 19, 1995, at the Denton, Texas Community Hospital. He was born August 29, 1929, in Calhoun. He served in the U. S. Army and the Secret Service during the Korean War. He married Marilyn Elizabeth Brown on June 3, 1962, in Appleton City. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Denton and served as a deacon. Dr. Bradley was professor of Education, College of Education, University of North Texas, Denton, Texas. He received his Educational Specialist Degree (1962) from Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg, and his Ed.D from the University of Missouri at Columbia in 1963. Each of the higher education institutions from which he graduated has granted him their Distinguished Alumni Awards. After working as a teacher, coach and principal in Clinton Public Schools from 1950-1954, he serviced a Lab School at the University of Missouri from 1960-1962. He spent the past 32 years committed to teacher education at the University of North Texas at Denton, Texas. Dr. Bradley's professional work has been cited in such prominent works as The Family Weekly (plus twice being recognized in their "What in the World Column" of that same publication). The Reading Teacher, Today's Education, Phi Delta Kappa, Journal of Experimental Education, The Journal of Educational Research, to name a few. He's been cited in the world's largest newspaper, The National Enquirer. He has served on the Editorial Board of Contemporary Education Journal. And he is past Editor-in-Chief of the award winning TEPSA Journal. Dr. Bradley served in numerous professional organizations. He was coeditor for the Texas Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development and as Editor-In-Chief for the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association for over 10 years. He served as a representative to the Texas State Teachers Association. He was on the Board of Directors for the International Congress on Applied Systems Research and Cybernetics and was on the executive board for Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association. Bradley has authored over 200 professional journal articles, six monographs and several chapters for books. He has produced over one million published words in the interest of eduction. "Teaching for Self-Directed Living and Learning in Students - How To Help Students Get In Charge of Their Lives" was his 18th book. Dr. Bradley has spoken to a variety of audiences, associations and school districts. He has national and international recognition's. His engagements have included CEC in Canada, Nt'l ASCD, Regional Centers, NAESP, school districts across the United States and Canada, state principals' and teachers' associations, colleges and business associations and enterprises (speaking tours encompass a majority of states in the U.S., including Alaska and Hawaii). In December 1980 he journeyed to Acapulco, Mexico, to speak to professors from 42 different countries in the world on the subject, "Investigatory Priorities for Increasing Human Capacity of Dealing Positively with Common Stressors of Daily Living". In recognition of his provocative and striking presentation, the International Congress on Applied Systems Research and Cybernetics nominated him for, and presented him with the special Congress Award. Among Dr. Bradley's honors are ICASR Cybernetic congress Award (International) 1981; Phi Delta Kappa Recognition award, March 27, 1984; Journal Award of Excellence from National Association of State Education Department Information Officers, May 1978; Award of 25 years of service to The University North Texas, November 16, 1988; Alumni Award for Distinguished Service to Education and Society, The University of Missouri, April 8 1989, Columbia. Distinguished Alumni Award, Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg, Missouri, October 12, 1984; "Top Prof" Award, University of North Texas, November 1987; a recipient of Meadow's Professor Award, 1986; Citation of Merit for Outstanding Achievement and Meritorious Service to Education, presented by the Texas Elementary School Principals and Supervisors Association, State of Texas, Austin, Texas, June 13, 1991; PEMSA President's Award, March 1994; Citation of Merit for Outstanding Achievement and Meritorious Service in Education (University of Missouri-Columbia) April 1989; TEPSAN of the Year, 1993; TEPSA Citation of Merit for Outstanding Achievement and Meritorious Service to Education, June 1991; The Soaring Eagles Award from the College of Education at the University of North Texas in 1995. At his time of retirement on August 31, 1992, he was the professor of Elementary Education at the University of North Texas. Funeral services were Tuesday, February 21, at the First Baptist Church of Denton. Burial was at the Roselawn Memorial Park in Denton. He is survived by his wife Marilyn Bradley of Denton; two sons, R. C. Bradley Jr. and wife Janice Dunn Bradley of Denton, and Danny Ray Bradley and wife Jennifer Vargus Bradley of Houston; two sisters, Leola Geraldine Bradley Bassi of California, and Steven Lyle Petty of Kansas City; one niece, Sandra Lee Daily of Richmond, Va., DeBerry Funeral Directors are in charge of arrangements.

BRADLEY, Reuben C.
b: Apr 5 1865, near Roseland, Henry Co, MO
d: May 3 1923, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Ruben C. Bradley, son of William and Zorelda Bradley, was born near Roseland, Mo., April 5, 1865, and departed this life May 3 1923, age 58 years and 28 days. He was united in marriage to Fratie Knorp, October 17, 1886, who preceded him in death July 13, 1913. To this union were born nine children - Clyde Bradley, Mrs. Ella Nichols, of Calhoun; Jim and Beacher Bradley, Mrs. May Gray of Leavenworth, Kansas; Mrs. Carrie Bates of Livingston, Montana; Mrs. Zoe Condly, of Kansas City, Mo., and Earnest and Birge Bradley, who survive him. He became a Christian and united with the Hayden Grove Christian church early in life. He was a good citizen, a kind husband and a loving father. In his last illness he was a patient sufferer and quietly passed out to his reward. He leaves, besides the children, three brothers, three sisters and a host of friends to mourn his departure. "Uncle Rube" as he was commonly known had been a very useful man in the community. Some months ago there appeared on his face what proved to be the dreaded rose cancer. In spite of the best skilled physicians, it rapidly grew until soon it was evident that it was beyond control. His last days were spent at the home of his son, Clyde Bradley, where he received the tender care of Clyde and his good wife, where all of his wants were lovingly supplied. He was conscious and cheerful until the last and expressed no fear or regret in going to his reward. Funeral services were held at Mt. Olivet church.

BRADLEY, Richard Paul
b: Jan 4 1905, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 9 1997, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Richard Paul Bradley died Sunday, March 9, 1997, at Westwood Nursing Home at the age of 92 years. He was born January 4, 1905, the son of Lewis and Alice Bradley. Richard grew up in the Shawnee Mound neighborhood of Henry County and attended the schools there. On November 28, 1929, he married Olivene Hayden. They had two children, Marvin, who preceded Richard in death in 1989, and Marilois who lives in Kansas City. Marvin's wife and four children live in Houseton, Texas. Marilois Kierstein has two children, a daughter, Julie Newsome, with five children living in Kansas City, and a son, Barry Kierstein, living in Milford, New Hampshire. Richard and Olivene lived as farmers in Henry County until 1945 when they moved to Colorado Springs, Colorado, because of their son's health. They lived there and in Boulder, Colorado, until retirement from their work in 1978. Richard worked in Colorado, mostly in real estate and building construction. Richard and Olivene are members of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel Wednesday, March 12. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery.

BRADLEY, Robert Allen
b: Nov 21 1933, Shawnee Mound, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 1 1991, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Robert Allen Bradley was born November 21, 1933, at Shawnee Mound, Henry County, MO, one of three children born to Allen D. and Matilda Tubbesing Bradley. He received his education at the Shawnee Mound Grade School and Clinton High School, graduating in 1951. On June 28, 1953, he was married to Dorothy A. Montgomery. Three children were born to this union, Jeffrey Allen Bradley, David Aaron Bradley and Barbara Ann Osborn. He had two grandchildren, Joshua Allen Bradley and Jacob Alexander Osborn, whom he loved to be with. He served in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1957. After his service in the military, he was employed at the Bendix Corporation-Kansas City Division for 32 years as an electro-plater. He was a member of the Clinton Christian Church. He was a member of the Independence Masonic Lodge and the Scottish Rite Bodies. He was also a former Boy Scout leader in the Kansas City and Clinton areas. All except the 11 years when he lived in Kansas City, he has lived in and around the Clinton area on a farm where he loved the beauty of the country life. He never seemed to complain about life. He always had a ready smile and a willing hand to all whom came near. He enjoyed meeting new friends, as well as being with old ones to reminisce all the good times over a cup of coffee. He was a husband, best friend, a dad/pal, advisor and most of all a supporter to all who might come his way. He is survived by his wife Dorothy; son Jeffrey and wife Melinda, grandson, Joshua of Clinton; son David and wife Diane, of Harrisonville; and daughter Barbara A. Osborn and husband, Gale, and grandson, Jacob of Lowry City. Besides the above mentioned he leaves a brother, Fred, of Albany, GA; a sister, Dorothy Bradley Hay, and a brother-in-law, Hershel of Lexington, MO; a mother-in-law, Verna A. Montgomery, of Clinton, and many nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were Thursday, April 4, 1991, at the Christian Church, Clinton. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery.

BRADLEY, Rolla Hannibal
b: Aug 7 1900, Pittsburg, Crawford Co, KS
d: Mar 2 1994, Blue Springs, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Rolla Hannibal Bradley was born August 7, 1900 in Pittsburg, Kansas, son of Harry and Ida Mae (Ritchey) Bradley. He passed away at St. Mary's Hospital in Blue Springs at the age of 93. Rolla was married to Sarah Edna Gamble on October 10, 1920 in Pittsburg, Ks. and to this union five daughters were born. He moved his family to Clinton in March of 1930. He was well known in the community and remained a lifelong resident, having resided in his home at 722 E. Franklin Street for 56 years. Rolla worked as a machinist for Crowe Coal Co. for 25 years, then for Peabody Coal Co. until his retirement in 1962. He was a 50 years member of Clinton Lodge #548 AF&AM, a 50 year member of the Eastern Star, also a member of Ararat Temple, Kansas City. Rolla was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed having his family around him as much as possible. In the 1950s and 1960s he had a home on the Lake of the Ozarks and was most happy when family and friends could be there to enjoy boating, skiing, swimming and fishing. He and his wife Edna, also enjoyed traveling, visiting states in all four corners of the US. He will be sadly missed by family and friends, all having many found memories of him. He is survived by four daughters, Mildred Schmidt, Weir, Ks., Elizabeth Hammond, Oak Grove, Rollene Spackler Freeman, Grandview, and Sharon Cox, Warrenton; seventeen grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Edna, a daughter Helen Howell, and a granddaughter Mary Edna Cox. Funeral services were Friday, March 4, 1994 at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

BRADLEY, Ronald James
b: Dec 14 1946, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
d: Dec 31 1994, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: New Home Cemetery, Cross Timbers, Hickory Co, MO
arr: Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ronald James Bradley, 48, Warsaw, died Saturday, December 31, 1994, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. He was born in Kansas City on December 14, 1946, the son of Galen B. and Gertrude Darling Bradley. He grew up in Kansas City and was inducted into the United States Army, serving overseas as a veteran of the Vietnam Conflict. Following his discharge from the service he made his home in Kansas City until the early 1980s. He then moved to the Warsaw area and was employed as a chef at Jeri's Restaurant. On July 28, 1990, he was united in marriage to Denise Hahnfeld at Versailles. Following their marriage they made their home in Warsaw. He was a member of the New Home Baptist Church near Warsaw. And he was a member of the Channel 23 Roll-Callers and his CB handle was "The Fonz". He is survived by his wife Denise, and two daughters, Holly Lynn and Beth of the home. He had three children from a previous marriage, Eddie Dean Russell, Amber Palace Bradley and Brian Bradley. He is also survived by three brothers, Eugene Bradley of Platte City, Douglas Bradley of Grandview, and Donald Bradley of North Kansas City; two sisters, Nadine Ware of Versailles, and Ruth Russell of Kansas City North; numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 5, 1995, at the Reser Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. Burial will be at New Home Cemetery near Warsaw.

BRADLEY, Rowena Lillian LEE EVANS
b: Mar 8 1862, near Ashmore, Coles Co, IL
d: Jan 12 1930, Urich, Henry Co, MO
bur: Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Urich Herald, Jan 16 1930 - Rowena Lillian Lee was born March 8, 1862, near Ashmore, Illinois, the daughter of Josephus and America Lee. She was married at Ashmore, Illinois, to John Z. Evans in May, 1878. Two children were born of this union, Wm., H. Evans, now of Wichita, Kansas, and Carrie Anna Gibson, now deceased. She was married again January, 1893 to James C. Bradley. To this union was born a daughter, Mary J. Bradley, now Mrs. T. U. Jefferson, of Urich. Other surviving relatives are five stepsons, L. H. Bradley, Little Rock, Ark., Ed Bradley, San Diego, Calif., E. T. Bradley, Kansas City, Mo., C. J. Bradley, Bradford, Ark., W. F. Bradley, Los Angeles, Calif., and one stepdaughter, Stella Self, Dallas, Texas, one brother, W. N. Lee, Dallas, Texas, one sister, Mrs. J. Lough, Meeker, Colo., also four grandsons, two granddaughters and one great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by Jas. C. Bradley, who died February 3, 1917. Mrs. Bradley since that time has made her home in Urich where she was well known and has a host of friends. She was converted to Christ in early life and was a consistent Christian until her death, moving her church membership wherever she went, and as long as she was physically able she was an active and earnest worker in her church. On moving to Urich she changed her membership from Lucas M. R. Church, South, to Urich Presbyterian church, remaining a faithful member until her death which occurred at the home of her daughter, Mary, January 12, 1930. Her age was 67 years, 10 months and 4 days. Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church Tuesday, January 14, and interment made in Urich Cemetery.

BRADLEY, Theresa Mae HENDERSON
b: May 26 1919, Sagrada, Camden Co, MO
d: Jul 20 1991, Springfield, Greene Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery BI-BY, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Mae Bradley, 72, Windsor, died Saturday, July 20, 1991, at St. John's Regional health Center in Springfield. She was born May 26, 1919, in Sedgrada Beach, Missouri, daughter of Adelbert Henderson and Viola Bishop Henderson. She was married Apr8il 1, 1939, in Sedalia to James Clayton Bradley, who survives at the home in Windsor. She was a hairdresser in Windsor for more than 35 years, at one time owning and operating her own shop. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Windsor and the O.E.S. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, Gale Bradley of Ottawa, Kansas, and Dale Bradley of Springfield; one sister, Faye Berney of California and one brother, Bill Henderson of Clinton; four grandchildren. Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 23, at the Hadley Funeral Home in Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak cemetery.

BRADLEY, Thomas Allen
b: Oct 10 1837, Howard Co, MO
d: Nov 3 1915, Shawnee Mound, Henry Co, MO
bur: Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Thomas A. Bradley died Wednesday at 4:45 at the home of his daughter, Mrs. S. H. (Levina) Clark, at Shawnee Mound. He had been afflicted with cancer for the past ten years and bedfast all fall. He was born in Howard Co., Missouri, Oct. 10, 1837, making him just past 78 yrs. of age. When a boy he came to this county with his parents (Nathan & Jemimah). He resided in St. Clair Co. for 12 years but he spent the rest of his life in Henry Co., Mo. Dec. 25, 1865, he married Miss Angeline Venable, who passed to her reward Nov. 8, 1887. For a number of years he made his home with his sons, but for the past 8 yrs. he had been cared for by his daughter. A son and daughter have already gone to heaven. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Clark and three sons, L. R. and E. L. Bradley, who live north of Clinton; C. C. Bradley, Shaffer, Kansas. There are two brothers, C. C. Bradley, of Windsor; and Nathan Bradley, who teaches at Leesville, Mo. He was a good Christian man, loved and respected by all. He was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church for years but was a member of the Quarles Baptist Church from 1890 til his death. His daughter and sons, Lewis & Ernest were present at time of death. Services were held at Shawnee Mound Cumberland Presbyterian Church and burial was at the Shawnee cemetery.

BRADSHAW, Fern Melvina FRY
b: Mar 3 1913, St. Joseph, Buchanan Co, MO
d: Apr 2 2000, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 10 2000 - Fern Melvina Bradshaw, daughter of Charles Floyd and Vere Ford (O'Neil) Fry, was born March 3, 1913, in St. Joseph, and died at the Westwood Nursing Center, Clinton, on April 2, 2000, at the age of 87 years. Fern was married to Ortha Lee Bradshaw, who preceded her in death on November 13, 1994. She was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church. Fern is survived by one son, Wayne Bradshaw of Clinton; one brother, Charles P. Fry and wife, Norma, Clinton; one brother-in-law, Vaughn Korth of Bolivar; one sister, Zelma Knight and husband, Earl, Belton; one grandson; one granddaughter, Cindy Bathgate and husband, Jeff, Garden City; three great-grandchildren, Angie Bathgate, Adam Bathgate and Aaron Bathgate, all of Garden City, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Tuesday, April 4. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

BRADSHAW, Harold V. R.
b: Dec 17 1900, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
d: Jul 2 2003, Yuma, Yuma Co, AZ
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 29 2003 - Friends here have learned of the death of former Clintonian Harold VR. Bradshaw, 102 Yuma, Arizona, who died Wednesday July 2, 2003. He was born December 17, 1900 in Kansas City. He worked as a tower master for the KCTRY 41 years, retiring in 1962. He received the Victory Medal for his service in the US Navy in World War I. He is survived by his daughter Mrs. Lucie Klemovec, Kansas City; sons Dr. Gordon VR. Bradshaw and wife Gloria of Mayer, Arizona, and Hon. H. Steward Bradshaw and wife Joy, Yuma; 12 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Essie S. Bradshaw. A memorial service was held at the Yuma Masonic Temple.

BRADSHAW, Melva Eli
b: Jun 10 1903, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 17 1978, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Clinton MO - Melva Eli Bradshaw, 74, died January 17, 1978, at his home, Kenton Place, Clinton. He is survived by his wife, Sarah Alice, of the home; three sons and four daughters. They are: Don Bradshaw, Clinton; Fred Bradshaw, Columbus, OH; Doug Bradshaw, Fort Collins, CO; Helen Wilson, Leeton; Virginia Weltman, Clearwater, FL; Dolores Rouse, Warrensburg; and Sharon Young, Fort Collins, Colorado. Mr Bradshaw is also survived by one brother, Lee Bradshaw, and one sister, Mildred Arnold, both of Clinton. Funeral services were Friday at Consalus Funeral Home with burial in Englewood Cemetery.

BRADSHAW, Ortha Lee
b: Jul 15 1911, Johnson Co, MO
d: Nov 13 1994, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ortha Lee Bradshaw, son of Fred Lesley and Eva Maud (Cary) Bradshaw was born July 15, 1911, in Johnson County, Missouri and passed away November 13, 1994 at the Westwood Nursing Home, Clinton, Missouri at the age of 83. Mr. Bradshaw was a lifelong resident of this area. He was an auto body repairman before he retired in 1973. He was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church and a charter member of the Golden Valley Bluegrass Association. He is survived by his wife Fern of Westwood Nursing Home, Clinton; one son, Wayne Lee Bradshaw, Huntington Beach, California; two brothers-in-law, Charles Fry of Clinton and Vaughn Korth, Liberty, Missouri; one sister, Mildred Norvell, Clinton and one sister-in-law, Zelma Knight, Belton, Missouri; two grandchildren, Terry Greenhaw, Clinton and Cindy Bathgate, Garden City, Missouri and three great grandchildren, Angie, Adam and Aaron Bathgate, all of Garden City, Missouri.

BRADSHAW, Ruby Faunita MARTIN
b: May 14 1909, Odessa, Lafayette Co, MO
d: Dec 2 1997, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ruby Faunita Bradshaw, 88, Clinton, died Tuesday, December 2, 1997, at Westwood Nursing Center, Clinton. - Ruby Martin Bradshaw died Tuesday, December 2, 1997, at the age of 88 years, six months and 18 days. She was born May 14, 1909, in Odessa, the oldest of four children of Edward and Sarah (Alumbaugh) Martin. She was united in marriage to George E. Bradshaw on January 23, 1929. To this union was born two sons, Wayne and Leland. They lived on a farm west of Clinton before moving to Clinton in 1957. Ruby was employed at the Wetzel Hospital for 14 years and Golden Valley Memorial Hospital for nine years, retiring in 1982. After retirement, she spent most of her time with her sons and families. She loved gardening, quilts and crafts. Ruby was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. She is survived by one son, Leland Bradshaw and wife, Norma, Kansas City; one sister, Irene Anderson, Kansas City; one brother, Lee Martin, and wife, Ethel, Holden; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; two nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, George, April 17, 1971, and her son, Wayne, June 5, 1989; also a brother, Charles Richard Martin, December 27, 1988. funeral services were held Friday, December 5, at First Baptist Church, Clinton. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery.

BRADSHAW, Sarah Alice STONEKING
b: Apr 29 1911, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 31 1991, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Sarah Alice Bradshaw was born in Henry County April 28, 1911. She passed away at Westwood Nursing Center in Clinton December 31, 1991. She was united in marriage to Melva E. Bradshaw, January 3, 1928. He preceded her in death in 1978, two weeks after celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. She is survived by three sons, Don Bradshaw, Clinton, Fredrick Bradshaw, Grandview Heights, Ohio, and Douglas Bradshaw, London, Arkansas; four daughters, Helen Wilson, Leeton, Virginia Weltman, Jacksonville, Florida, Dolores Klataske, Cheyenne, Wyoming, and Sharon Young, Ft. Collins, Colorado; 14 grandchildren and 21 great-gandchildren. Also surviving is one sister, Judy Moree, Clinton, and many nieces and nephews. A member of Clinton First Baptist Church, she exhibited a zest for life, musci and people. Funeral services were Friday, January 3, 1992, at the Consalus Chapel in Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

BRADY, Bernard A.
b: Aug 31 1913, St. Joseph, Buchanan Co, MO
d: Nov 11 1991, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
bur: Shiloh Cemetery, Benton Co, MO
arr: Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Bernard A. Brady, 78, passed away Monday evening, November 11, 1991 at Warsaw Health Care Center. He was born August 31, 1913 at St. Joseph, the son of Charles C. and Ruth Esther Brady. He grew up in St. Joseph and on November 20, 1953 he was united in marriage to Ida Nell Brown. Following their marriage they made their home in St. Joseph where he was self-employed as a livestock buyer, buying and selling cattle through St. Joseph area stockyards. In 1965 they moved to Jackson, Mississippi. They lived there until 1975 when they moved to their lake home near Warsaw. Mrs. Brady preceded him in death on January 7, 1983. He was a member of the Scottish Rite Bodies of Kansas City, and the Benton County Scottish Rite Club of Warsaw, He was a member of the Molla Shrine Temple of St. Joseph. He was a member of the St. Joseph Livestock Exchange and he was a member of the B'Nai Jehudah Temple of Kansas City. He is survived by one brother, Phillip Brady of St. Joseph, and three sisters, Gertrude Kaufman of Silver Springs, Maryland, Anita B. Berkowitz and Ethel B. Wasserman, both of Kansas City; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Graveside services were held Friday, November 15, at the Beth Israel Cemetery in Jackson, Mississippi under direction of Wright-Ferguson Funeral Home.

BRADY, Robert Francis "Bob"
b: Feb 27 1939, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
d: Jan 8 2003, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
bur: Riverside Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 9 2003 - Robert Francis "Bob" Brady, 63, Warsaw, died Wednesday, January 8, 2003, at the Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. He was born February 27, 1939 in Sedalia, the son of Edwin and Juanita Brady. He graduated from Warsaw High School in 1957 and from Drury College in Springfield in 1961 with a degree in education. He taught and coached one year each at LaMonte and Osceola before returning to Warsaw where he taught at Warsaw High School for 29 years, retiring in 1992. He was been an employee of the Warsaw Board of Parks and Recreation, managing the municipal swimming pool for 12 years. He had been sports editor of the Benton County Enterprise weekly newspaper since 1977. He was a charter member of both the Warsaw Cedar Hills Golf Course and the Shawnee Bend Municipal Golf Course. He is survived by one son, Bobby Brady of Warsaw; two daughters, Deana Schlesselman of Mora and Marjorie Brady of Buckner and five grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 11, at the First Baptist Church of Warsaw. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery, Warsaw.

BRAME, Ivan Edward "John"
b: Jan 19 1942, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 2005
bur: Antioch Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 9 2005 - Ivan Edward Brame "John" son of Leo Brame and Itha Fewell, was born in Clinton January 19, 1942, the third of nine children. Ivan attended school in Clinton at Lincoln Elementary School, the last graduating class of the "Negro" School in Clinton. He attended Clinton High School, graduating in 1961. He was a football and basketball player and track star. He attended Southwest Missouri State College in Springfield. Ivan was employed at a local car dealership in Clinton and later operated an auto reconditioning business. In 1966 Ivan moved to Kansas City and was employed by Hallmark. In 1978, he was employed as an electronic sales consultant at Montgomery wards and retired in 1988. He was united in marriage to Regina Ann Steward March 25, 1967, his faithful companion until his death. Their only child, Courtney Elizabeth, was born October 21, 1987. Ivan was a member of Longview United Methodist Church and served on local and district church conference committees. Ivan is survived by his wife Regina, and daughter, Courtney; mother, Itha Hicks, Clinton; brother Curtis and Lola Brame, Clinton; sisters, Alice and Archie Ross, Catherlene and Nathaniel Newbill, Anita Brame, all of Sedalia, Theann and Thomas McKinney, Blue Springs, Marchita Jackson, Sedalia; aunts and uncles, Howard and Gloria Fewell, Springfield, Sarah Brame, Clinton, Elizabeth Gordon, Colorado Springs, Colorado, and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Those who knew Ivan will remember him as a man who loved his family, was a good friend and protective father. He enjoyed listening to his music, watching old westerns and a good football game. Funeral services were held at Longview United Methodist Church, Grandview, on Friday, July 22. Interment in the Antioch Cemetery, Clinton.

BRAMELL, Addie May STEPHENS
b: Aug 21 1875, Schuyler Co, IL
d: Nov 13 1902, Henry Co, MO
bur: Stones Chapel Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Nov 15 1902 - The spirit of Mrs. D. R. Bramell left the frail body a little after 8 a.m. Thursday. She had been ill a little over two weeks, from a complication of diseases, when pneumonia set in and hastened her death. She leaves a husband and infant daughter, a little over one year old, to mourn her untimely death. Her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. George Stephens, reside in LaDue and her brothers and sisters are George, Emma, Charles, Sam, Frank and Martha. Her maiden name was Addie Stephens and she had been married between 6 and 7 years. She was a member of the Northern Methodist Church in LaDue and was but 27 at the time of her death. The funeral was conducted from the residence 1 1/2 miles south and 1 mile west of Mt. Carmel and the remains laid to rest at Stones Chapel. - Mrs. Addie May Bramell, nee Stephens, wife of D. R. Bramell, was born in Schuyler county, Illinois August 21, 1875, died of pneumonia November 13, 1902. It seems but a few years since she, now sleeps beneath the sod, was a bright little school girl, doing all she could to make the lives of her associates happier. She had a bright smile and a pleasant word for everyone and in those happy school days at Old Franklin she won the admiration and love of teacher and schoolmates and altho those classmates are now scattered in many parts of the world, there is not one but what will weep for Addie, who has gone to join the school up younder. Addie was a dutiful child, a bright and studious scholar, a pleasant companion, a true friend, an accomplished lady and a noble earnest Christian, who joined the M. E. Church early in life. In 1896, she pledged her love in happy marriage to D. R. Bramell and to gladden their home, two little girls were given. One died when a year old and the other, about a year old now, is the only ray of light left in the now clouded home. A new house had just been completed and everything needed for comfort and worldly pleasure was there, but alas death is no respector of homes or circumstances and claims its victim regardless of broken hearts and buried hopes. Her illness lasted two weeks, during which she was very patient. Physicians Barr and Gibbins of Clinton did all that medical skill could do to restore her to health. She died as she had lived, trying to cheer those around her. To her relatives she talked prettily, saying just before death: "I love my Savior and everybody," and then she sang in a clear, musical voice "Bringing in the Sheaves" and then she closed her eyes in death - there was no struggle; she just went to sleep on earth to awaken in heaven. Burial in Stone's Chapel.

BRAMELL, Earl W. "Shorty"
b: Jun 17 1926, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 14 2005, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 12 2006 - Earl W. "Shorty" Bramell, 79, died Wednesday, December 14, 2005, at his home in Clinton. He was born in Clinton June 17, 1926, to Russell O. and Nannie Ellen (Whitfield) Bramell. He was the youngest of six children born to Russell and Nannie. He attended several rural schools in the Deepwater area and Deepwater High School. On April 21, 1951, he married Helen Scrogham and they had one daughter, Glenda Sue Simms. Earl was employed by United Telephone Company for 29 years, retiring in November 1982. He owned and operated a dump truck for 10 years. He and his wife Helen, also enjoyed raising Black Angus cattle. Earl was an active member of the Deepwater Christian Church for a number of years. Earl served in the United States Army in World War II. Earl was a 50-year member of the Masonic Lodge #548. Earl was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Wesley, Ernest, Roy and Russell Jr., and one sister, Mattie Ellen. Survivors are his wife Helen of the home; one daughter, Glenda Sue Simms and husband William G. Simms; three grandsons, William Cottan Simms, Manhattan, Kanas, Thomas Corey Simms of Topeka, Kansas, and Joseph Kelly Simms, a Rotary Exchange student in Morhange, France. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, Monday, December 19. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

BRAMELL, Irma Jean MIDDAUGH
b: Oct 20 1921, Henry Co, MO
d: Sep 15 2007, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 1 2007 - Irma Jean Bramell was born October 20, 1921, the daughter of Lester Middaugh and Bessie Armstrong Middaugh in Henry County. She died Saturday, September 15, 2007, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation center, Clinton. Irma grew up in the Uneeda community, near Marshall Creek, between Deepwater and Montrose. On March 27, 1937, she married Wesley Bramell, who died October 20, 2002. They were married 65 years and had eight children, 23 grandchildren, 55 great-grandchildren and 24 great-great-grandchildren. Surviving children are Lester Bramell, Nancy Morrow, Marie Knight, Sheryl Delozier, and son-in-law Newton Wright, all of Clinton. She worked as a seamstress starting in early 1950s until Unitog closed. She was a member of the Deepwater Church of the Brethren. Irma was preceded in death by her parents; children, Donald Bramell, Sandra Sue Bramell, Joyce Wright, Reva Ferguson; grandsons, Larry Bramell and Allen Remer; three brothers, Ralph Middaugh, Edwin Middaugh and Dale Middaugh, and a sister Margaret Callahan. Services were held Tuesday, September 18, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Deepwater Cemetery.

BRAMELL, Roy Orlando
b: Mar 25 1918, Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 28 1933, near Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
bur: Stones Chapel Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - The community of Glenwood and surrounding territory was shocked early Friday morning when news spread of the sudden death of Roy Bramell. Thursday night Roy went to bed in highest glee, as usual joking with his parents, then went upstairs and had a wrestle with his brother Ernest with whom he always slept. At 12 o'clock Ernest thought he was having a nightmare, when he could not rouse him, he called his father, who, when he also failed to rouse him rushed downstairs with him, but all efforts to revive him were in vain. The angel of death had already called on Roy and took him away. He had suffered with heart trouble since he was a small child. Roy Orlando Bramell, the third child of Russell and Nannie Bramell was born at Deepwater, departed this life December 28, 1933, at the home of his parents, 6 miles west of Deepwater, at the age of 15 years, 9 months and 3 days. He is preceded in death by an infant sister, Mattie Ellen, who died 17 years ago. He was a home loving boy when not helping his father he was by his mother's side. Just the day before his death he was with his father at his work. Although he suffered much, he bore it with a smile. About a year ago he was very ill and had not been as well since. He could not stand things like other boys of his age. He always told his parents he would not live long, but he desired to live to be an old man. He enjoyed being with his playmates and was jolly and agreeable. He will be greatly missed by all his friends and relatives. Although Roy's place at the home fireside is vacant his parents have the consolation that "There's nothing terrible in death; Tis but to cast our robes away and sleep all night without a breath. To break repose till dawn of day." Funeral services were held December 31, at Stones Chapel west of LaDue. Burial was made in the cemetery near Stones Chapel church by the side of his infant sister. He is survived by his grief stricken parents, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Bramell, four brothers, Wesley, Ernest, Junior and Earl Bramell, all of west of Deepwater. Also two grandmothers, Mrs. W. O. Bramell at Deepwater, Mo., and Mrs. N. E. Whitfield near Appleton City, Mo. And a host of other relatives and friends.

BRAMELL, Russell O.
b: Feb 22 1890, near Ladue, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 23 1974, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Stones Chapel Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton Eye, Jul 4 1974 - Russell O. Bramell, oldest son of Olonso and Mattie Lipscomb Bramell, was born February 22, 1890 near Ladue, Missouri and passed away June 23, 1974 in Clinton, Missouri. He had lived most all his life in Henry County. On October 19, 1913, he married Nannie Ellen Whitfield and to them were born 6 children. A daughter died in infancy and a son Roy died at the age of 15, Wesley of Calhoun, Ernest and Earl of Clinton, and Russell Jr., of Independence. For several years Mr. Bramell worked for the Dicky Clay and Tile Factory in Deepwater, Missouri and was a retired farmer at the time of moving to Clinton. In December 1934 he made his profession of faith in Christ and became a member of the Deepwater Baptist Church. In 1966 he moved his membership to the Allen Street Baptist Church in Clinton where he attended faithfully as long as health permitted. Surviving besides the sons mentioned are a sister, Mrs. Beulah Crews, Kansas City, 13 living grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Funeral services were held June 25 at the Sickman-Dunning Funeral Home. Burial was in Stone's Chapel Cemetery.

BRAMELL, Wesley William
b: Dec 18 1914, near Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 20 2002, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 5 2002 - Wesley William Bramell, son of Russell O. and Nannie Ellen (Whitfield) Bramell, was born December 18, 1914, in Henry County, near Deepwater and died at the Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Clinton, on October 20, 2002, at the age of 87 years. Wesley was a farmer most of his life and was married to Irma Jean Middaugh on March 27, 1937, and to this union eight children were born. They were Lester, Donald, Nancy, Marie, Sheryl, Sandra Sue, Joyce Ann and Reva Mae. Wesley was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Donald Bramell in 1959; three daughters, Sandra Sue Bramell in 1953, Reva Mae Ferguson in 1998 and Joyce Ann Wright in 2001; three grandsons, Allen Lee Remer in 1968, Larry E. Bramell in 1974, and Stephen Lee Sell in 1977; three brothers, Roy Bramell, Ernest Bramell and Russell Bramell, Jr.; one sister, Nannie Ellen Bramell. He is survived by his wife, Irma of the home; one son, Lester, Chilhowee; three daughters, Nancy Morrow and Marie Knight, both of Clinton, and Sheryl Pennington of Deepwater, as well as 25 grandchildren, 48 great-great-grandchildren and 22 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Wednesday, October 23. Burial was in the Deepwater Cemetery.

BRAMER, Mary Lou BAKER
b: Oct 11 1901, Saline Co, MO
d: Jul 15 2001, Slater, Saline Co, MO
bur: Slater City Cemetery, Slater, Saline Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 16 2001 - Mary Lou Bramer, 99, Slater, died Sunday, July 15, 2001, at the Big Bend Retreat in Slater. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 18, at the Slater Christian Church. Burial will be in the Slater City Cemetery. Born October 11, 1901, in Saline County, she was the daughter of the late Thomas J. and Mollie Moore Baker. On February 29, 1941, in Memphis, Mo., she married Elzie E. Bramer and he died February 2, 1986. She is survived by several cousins. She was preceded in death by a brother. She was a member of the Daughters of American Colonists, the Slater Travel Club, the Slater Garden Club, AARP and the Mid-Missouri Genealogy Society. She attended the University of Missouri at Columbia and received a bachelor of science degree from central Missouri State University in Warrensburg. She taught high school home economics for 27 years in various high schools in Iowa and Missouri.

BRAMMEIER, Margie G. BURRIS
b: Jan 13 1924, Urich, Henry Co, MO
d: May 25 1995, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Memorial Park Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Margie G. Brammeier, 71, Grandview, died May 25, 1995, at Research Medical Center. Funeral services were Saturday, May 27, at the Park Lane Chapel. Burial was in Memorial Park Cemetery, Kansas City. She was born January 13, 1924, in Urich. She was a cook for the Hickman Mills Public Schools and a member of the St. Peter's United Church of Christ. She is survived by her husband Paul Brammeier of the home; one son Paul Edward Brammeier, Holden; one daughter Donna Hicks, lee's Summit; two brothers, Hobert Burris of Lee's Summit and Wilfred Burris of Olathe, Ks.; five sisters, Celestine Gregory, Urich, Oletha Means, Montrose, Genevieve Burris, Raymore, Neoma Beatty, Grandview and Joan Embry, Liberty; two granddaughters, Amanda and Andrea; one step-grandson, Tim.

BRANDES, Melvin Lloyd Jr. "Butch"
b: Dec 23 1954
d: Apr 2 1995, Urich, Henry Co, MO
bur: Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Melvin L. "Butch" Brandes Jr., 40, was born December 23, 11954, to Melvin and Charlene Brandes. He died Sunday, April 2, 1995, at his home in Urich. He had one brother Danny, a sister-in-law Janet. They have two children, Ashley and Kyle. He had one sister Oleta Trainer and a brother-in-law Charles. They have three children, Wendy, Holly and Sam. He had four children, Mike, Angy, David and Adam, two stepchildren, Tye and Michell, a step-son-in-law Duane, and PaPa's Step-grandson Briar. Butch went to Hickman Mills High School in Kansas city and joined the Navy in 1974. He was stationed in Norfolk, Virginia, and was honorably discharged in 1980. He worked at Calamar Industries in Lee's Summit for 15 1/2 years. Butch liked lots of outdoor activities. He had a fishing hole he called "lock nest", and he and Linda had just bought a lake lot at Twin Oaks. He also enjoyed hunting and trading guns with his dad. But his first love was motorcycles - he liked to ride them, work on them and just plain talk about them. In 1990, Butch met, fell in love and married Linda. They lived in Urich. She loved him with every breath she took. Funeral services were Wednesday, April 5, at the Consalus Chapel in Urich. Burial was in Urich Cemetery.

BRANDOM, Barbara Ann
b: abt 1930
d: Dec 23 1987, Sarasota, Sarasota Co, FL
Clinton MO - Barbara Ann Brandom, 57, died Wednesday, December 23, 1987, in Sarasota, Fl. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, January 6, 1988, at the Colonial Presbyterian Church at 95th and Wornall Road in Kansas City. Miss Brandom had a number of relatives in Clinton. She had an employment agency in Kansas City called Brandom Personnel.

BRANDOM, Effie D.
b: 1900, Henry Co, MO
d: 1964, Kansas
bur: Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Schaberg Funeral Home, Clinton, MO (Historical)
Clinton MO - Effie D Brandom, 64, Chilhowee, MO., died in 1964 at the University of Kansas Medical Center. She was born in Henry County, MO, and lived in Kansas City 10 years before moving to Chilhowee in 1939. Mrs Brandom was a Baptist. Surviving are a daughter, Miss Barbara Brandom, 4545 Wornall Road; a stepson, Lewis F. Brandom, Alameda, CA; and three stepdaughters, Mrs Eugenia Kirk, Austin, TX; Mrs Marie Mason, Beaumont, TX; and Mrs Mary Jung, Hayward, TX. Services will be held Tuesday at the Schaberg Chapel, Clinton, MO; Burial in Chilhowee.

BRANDON, Robert Charles Jr. "Bobby"
b: Sep 13 1961, Waynesville, Pulaski Co, MO
d: Mar 27 2004, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 15 2004 - Robert Charles Brandon Jr., "Bobby", 42-years-old, was born September 13, 1961, in Waynesville to Robert Charles and Gayle Ann (Wisner) Brandon Sr., and died March 27, 2004 in Clinton. Bobby was most recently an over-the-road truck driver for Swift Transportation. He had worked many jobs all over the United States. He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law Michael S. Jennex. He is survived by his mother and father, Robert Sr. and Gayle Ann of Richland; his sister, Rhonda Higgins and her husband Gary, Clinton. He also leaves his nephews, Matthew and John Paul Jennex, and nieces Jessica and Olivia Higgins. He will be sadly missed by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Bobby will be remembered for his happy smile and tales of his travels. He recently rededicated his life to Jesus and made his final journey to live with him in Heaven. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Tuesday, March 30. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

BRANDSGAARD, Oliver T.
b: Oct 20 1922, Canton, Lincoln Co, SD
d: Nov 7 1991, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
bur: Sunny Side Cemetery, Lincoln, Benton Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Oliver T. Brandsgaard, age 69, of Lincoln, died Thursday, November 7, 1991 at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. He was born October 20, 1922 at Canton, South Dakota, son of Selmar and Helen DeBoer Brandsgaard. On June 12, 1947 he was united in marriage to Sara Louise Stelljes at Dayton, Washington, and she survives at the home. He was a retired lineman for Central Missouri Electric Coop, retiring in 1985 following 37 years of service. Mr. Brandsgaard was a veteran of World War II of the European Theater. He stood as Honor Guard at the funeral service of General Patton. He was a member of the Abraham Lincoln Legion Post #305 of Cole Camp, a member of the VFW Post of Lincoln, and served as the elected Marshal of the City of Lincoln for many years. Survivors include his wife, Sara Louise; four sons, Wm. Duane Brandsgaard of 1619 West 16th St., Sedalia, Robert Donald Brandsgaard of Little Rock, Ark., James Darrell Brandsgaard of Springfield, and Charles D. Brandsgaard of Columbia; one brother, Harland Brandsgaard of South Lake Tahoe, California, and five grandchildren. The body was cremated. Memorial services were held Saturday, November 9, 1991 at the Fred Davis and Son Funeral Home. Burial was in Sunnyside Cemetery.

BRANINE, Carol Kay WATERS
b: Nov 28 1949, Vian, Sequoyah Co, OK
d: Feb 16 2004, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
bur: Cremation
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 18 2004 - Carol Kay Branine, 54, Warsaw, died Monday, February 16, 2004, at the Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. She was born November 28, 1949, at Vian, Oklahoma, the daughter of Calvin C. and Juanita Mae Qualls Waters. She grew up in Wichita, Kansas, and graduated from Campus High School. She moved to Missouri and had made her home in Bolivar for several years. On May 30, 1984, she was united in marriage to Don Branine at Wichita. In 1997, they moved to Warsaw. she was an Avon representative. She was a member of the river church of Warsaw and was working on producing a gospel CD. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister Debbie Bottoms. She is survived by her husband Don, of the home; two sons, Scott Hughes of Warsaw and Danny Hughes of London, England; four stepchildren, Linda Herbers of Winfield, Kansas, Shirley Leake of Rosehill, Kansas, Don Branine Jr. of Osage City, Kansas, and Connie Berry, Clinton; 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; six brothers, Jerry D. Waters, Bob L. Waters, David E. Water, Danny R. Waters and Darrell D. Waters, all of Wichita, Kansas, and Calvin D. Waters Jr., Haysville, Kansas; three sisters, Delores White, Haysville, Kansas, Phyllis J. Hemmen, Colwich, Kansas, and Donna M. Gillette, Colorado Springs, Colorado, numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services will be Friday, February 20, at the River Church in Warsaw. Cremation.

BRANK, Harlan Ralph
b: Apr 25 1912
d: Sep 28 2001, Custer, WA
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 8 2001 - Word was received of the death of Harlan Ralph Brank of Custer, Washington. He was born April 25, 1912, and died September 28, 2001, from a stroke. His wife of 62 years, Edna (Grasher) Brank, survives, along with a son, Arnold and wife, Bonnie; two grandchildren, Kristen and Kimberly, and a host of relatives and friends.

BRANN, Charles Edward
b: Jan 1 1868, Edgar Co, IL
d: Aug 3 1933, near Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Aug 10 1933 - The death of Ed Brann, August 3, 1933, near Deepwater, was a great blow to his many friends. He had been in poor health all summer and took seriously ill last Monday. His heart had been very weak and he had suffered the last few months. Charles Edward Brann, was born in Edgar County, Illinois, January 1, 1868. He moved to Missouri with his parents and settled in Wright County when very young, then the family moved to a farm in Henry County in 878. Mr. Brann spent the rest of his life on this farm, which is about three miles south of Deepwater. When a young man he joined the Presbyterian Church in Brownington but later transferred his membership to Deepwater church when his children joined it. He was married to Miss Mary Warner, February 26, 1916, and five children were born to this union. They are: Rudolph Campbell, John Eul, Oscar Zeliman, Keith Eugene, and Lilly Corine. They are all living at the home. Mr. Brann was one of the fine citizens of the county. While always a quite man, he was well known as being a veracious and upright man He was highly respected by all his fellow men. His life was uneventful but it was filled with good deeds. He served his Lord faithfully and was a regular attendant at Sunday School and Church. Of him it can be truly be said, "He was a noble man." The funeral was held at the Brownington Presbyterian Church Saturday afternoon. Burial was in the Brownington Cemetery.

BRANN, Sylvia Jean
b: Dec 7 1937, Fort Scott, Bourbon Co, KS
d: Feb 2 1999, Grandview, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Woodland Cemetery, Mound City, Linn Co, KS
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Sylvia Jean Brann was born in Ft. Scott, Kansas, to John and Bessie Marcella (Butz) Brann on December 7, 1937, and died February 2, 1999, in Grandview at the age of 61 years. Sylvia was a college professor teaching languages. She taught in Bogota, Columbia, Atlanta, Georgia, and Manhattan, Kansas. She is survived by her aunt, Eunice Dingus of Lenexa, Kansas, and three cousins, Mildred Kerns and Carol Grasher, both of Clinton, and Margaret Taylor of Orange County, California. Graveside services were held at the Woodland Cemetery, Mound City, Kansas, on Friday, February 5. Burial was in the Woodland Cemetery, Mound City, Kansas.

BRANNON, Mary DEBOLD
b: n/a, Boonville, Cooper Co, MO
d: Aug 16 1961, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Urich-Montrose Herald Tidings, Aug 25 1961 - Mrs. Claude Brannon Former Montrosian - Miss Fern Debold, Clinton, attended funeral services Aug. 19 of her aunt, Mrs. Mary Debold Brannon, Kansas City, held in the city at Immaculate Conception Catholic Cathedral. Burial was in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Mrs. Brannon, who died Aug. 16, was a sister of the late Joe Debold of Clinton. Born at Boonville she moved when a small child with her parents to Montrose where she grew to womanhood. She and her husband, the late Claude Brannon, made their home in Montrose for some time where he owned and operated a restaurant, then a barber shop. They later moved to Kansas before going to Kansas City. She leaves a son, Harold, Joplin, and two daughters, Mrs. William McRoberts and Mrs. William Hartman, Kansas City.

BRANSTEITTER, Adais Samuel
b: Feb 1 1920, Henrietta, Johnson Co, MO
d: Dec 14 2006, Odessa, Lafayette Co, MO
bur: Greenton Baptist Cemetery, Clay Twp, Lafayette Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 18 2006 - Adais Samuel Bransteitter, 86, Odessa, died Thursday, December 14, 2006, at his home. He was born February 1, 1920, in Henrietta, the son of Samuel T. Bransteitter and Eva Thomas Bransteitter. On September 29, 1942, he married Anna Roskop in Warrensburg. She died March 7, 2003. He worked for General Motors at Leeds plant in Kansas City for many years. He graduated from College High School, Warrensburg. He received his honorable discharge from the Army Air Corps in 1945 and served during World War II in the European, Normandy Offensive Europe, northern France, Rhineland Ardennes and Central Europe. He received six Bronze Stars and the Good Conduct medal. He worked for the Missouri Department of Conservation as a hunter safety course teacher in the Central Midwest, including counties of Lafayette, Johnson, Saline, Ray and Pettis. He was a member of St. George's Catholic Church in Odessa and an altar boy and a Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Survivors include a son Ronald D. Bransteitter, Wichita Falls, Texas; daughter and husband Jo Ann and Charles Barker Jr., Odessa; two grandchildren, James Barker, Odessa, Ronda Bransteitter PhD, San Francisco, California. He was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Darrell Wayne Barker and Joni Bernice Barker. Funeral services will be Tuesday, December 19, at St. George's Catholic Church. Burial will be in Greenton Cemetery, Odessa.

BRANSTEITTER, Delbert R.
b: Jan 22 1911, Henrietta, Ray Co, MO
d: Sep 16 1995, Independence, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Delbert R. Bransteitter, 84, Independence, died Saturday, September 16, 1995, at Independence Regional Hospital. Services will be Tuesday at the Newcomer's Floral Hills Chapel. Burial will be in Floral Hills Cemetery. Mr. Bransteitter was born in Henrietta, Mo., and lived in the Kansas City area most of his life. He worked at General Motors Leeds Plant for 25 years, retiring in 1971. He was a member of St. Luke's Evangelical Church and the U.A.W. Local #93. Survivors include his wife Edna A. Bransteitter of the home; two daughters Doris Kirst and Jo Ready, both of Independence; two stepdaughters Sherrelyn Hall, Calhoun, and Darlene Leighter, Blue Springs; one brother, Adais Bransteitter, Odessa; two sisters Elsie Hammond, Holden, and Irene Bransteitter, North Kansas City; 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

BRANSTETTER, Ervin D.
b: Jan 12 1950, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Aug 29 2007, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 4 2007 - Ervin D. Branstetter, age 57 of Deepwater, Missouri passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2007 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, Missouri. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, September 4, 2007 at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton with burial in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Ervin was born in Clinton, Missouri. He worked for Kansas City Power and Light in Operations for the past 16 years. He was a member of the Clinton Masonic Lodge #548, the Scottish Rite of Kansas City and the Ararat Temple in Kansas City, Missouri. He is survived by his two sons, Todd Branstetter and Travis Branstetter, both of the home; two brothers, James Branstetter of Pleasant Hill, Missouri and Elmer Branstetter of Charlotte, N. Carolina and two sisters, Evelyn Gregory and husband, Ed of Overton, Nebraska and Margaret Close and husband, Norman of Abingdon, Virginia.

BRANSTETTER, Mabel BROWN
b: Nov 26 1913, Kevil, KY
d: May 23 1992, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: New Liberty Cemetery, Kevil, KY
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mabel Branstetter, daughter of James and Carrie Thompson Brown, was born November 26, 1913 in Kevil, Kentucky. She passed away May 23, 1992 at Sycamore View Healthcare Center at the age of 78. Mabel was married to Jesse Branstetter and to this union five children were born. In 1935, they moved to Deepwater then in 1952 to Clinton. Mrs. Branstetter was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. She is survived by three sons, James Branstetter of Pleasant Hill, Elmer Branstetter of Friendswood, Tx., and Ervin Dale Branstetter of Deepwater; two daughters, Evelyn Gregory of Overton, Ne., and Margaret Klose of Freehold, N.J.; one sister Mae Brown of St. Louis; thirteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 26, 1992 at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in New Liberty Cemetery, Kevil, Kentucky.

BRANSTETTER, Mary Elizabeth THOMPSON
b: Nov 9 1907, Lone Jack, Jackson Co, MO
d: Aug 27 2001, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 2 2001 - Mary Elizabeth Branstetter, daughter of Oliver and May (Lightfoot) Thompson, was born November 9, 1907, in Lone Jack, and died at the Clinton Residential Care Center, Clinton, on August 27, 2001, at the age of 93 years. Mary was married to Glen F. Branstetter. They lived in Kansas City, until 1965 when they moved to Clinton. She was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Glen Branstetter; her daughter, Dorothy Briggs and an infant son, James Branstetter, as well as four brothers, John, Paul, James and Oliver. She is survived by three daughters, Liz Thomas of Clinton, Glenna Burton and husband, Delmar of Lenexa, Kansas, and Lenore Kay and husband, Bob, Fullerton, California; one son-in-law, Uel Briggs of Clinton; one sister, Georgia Bridenbaker of Hemet, California; one sister-in-law, Madeline Thompson of Kansas City, and 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Wednesday, August 29. Pallbearers were grandsons, Paul Kay, Mike Nelson, Dan Burton, Adam Thomas, Bob Abernathy and Tim Hicks. Burial was in the Tebo Cemetery, Clinton.

BRANSTETTER, Vivian Cliffene PERIMAN
b: Feb 7 1952, Henry Co, MO
d: Aug 15 2003, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 29 2003 - Vivian Cliffene Branstetter was born February 7, 1952, in Henry County and died at her home in Clinton on August 15, 2003, at the age of 51 years. She was a native of Brownington and the Deepwater area. She was the daughter of Clifford and Jettie (Shouse) Periman. Her mother preceded her in death November 17, 1985. Vivian worked as an X-ray technician at Saint Luke's Medical Clinic, Clinton, and was a member of the Missouri society of Radiology Technologists. Additionally she worked for Schreiber Foods. She was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, the Eastern Star and the Allen Street Baptist Church and enjoyed being with her family and friends. Words that describe Vivian would be bubbly personality, very caring and Daddy's girl. One year Dad got Mother an electric percolator for Christmas and gave it to Jane and Ginnie about a week before Christmas to wrap and put under the Christmas tree. Vivian was not to tell but every time she was around Mother she repeated "coffee" over and over. She is survived by her two sons, Todd and Travis Branstetter; their father, Ervin Branstetter; two sisters, Janie Southers and husband, A.J., and Virginia Bailey and husband, Shandy, all of Clinton. She is also survived by her father, Clifford Periman and wife, Leah, Harlegin, Texas, and many nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by all. Funeral services were held at the Allen Street Baptist Church Tuesday, August 19. Burial was in the Deepwater Cemetery.

BRASHEAR, Donald W.
b: Dec 8 1922, near Linn Creek, Camden Co, MO
d: Nov 15 2002, Marshall, Saline Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 20 2002 - Donald W. Brashear, 79, Marshall, formerly of Calhoun, died Friday, November 15, 2002, at the Fitzgibbon Hospital in Marshall. He was born December 8, 1922, in Camden County, near Linn Creek, the son of William Harrison Brashear and Ida Bell (Frasher) Brashear. On February 16, 1943, in Warrensburg, he married Ilene Dannatt, who survives of the home. He worked at the Whiteman Air Force Base, Knob Noster for many years. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the United States Army/Air Force. He was a member of the First Christian Church of Marshall, the Calhoun VFW Lodge and the Windsor Masonic Lodge #29. He is also survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Donna I. and Duffer Smith, Marshall; two granddaughters, Debbie Tucker, Kansas City, and Leslee Smith, Dallas, Texas; two brothers, James Brashear, Ashland, and Ronnie Brashear, Phoenix, Arizona, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Laura Lear, and a brother, Junior Brashear. Funeral services were Sunday, November 17, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in the Calhoun Cemetery.

BRASIER, Rose Esther HUENEFELDT
b: Jan 4 1916, Montrose, Henry Co, MO
d: Aug 24 1998, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Rose Esther Brasier died Monday, August 24, 1998, at her home in Clinton at the age of 82 years, seven months and 20 days. Rose was born January 4, 1916, in Montrose, the 10th of 12 children born to Henry and Millie Ann Barnhart Huenefeldt. She lived most of her life in the Montrose and Clinton area. On June 26, 1937, Rose married Floyd W. Brasier of Meta and this union was blessed with three children. Mr. Brasier preceded her in death August 30, 1967. Rose worked as a seamstress for Reynolds Sewing Factory and then for Unitog Factory, a total of 30 years, retiring in 1981. She held an office in the Amalgamated Clothing Workers' Union Local 760 and did some traveling in that capacity. After retirement, she did baby-sitting for several Clinton families and was also a caregiver for many elderly people. Her dream was to be a nurse and that dream was expressed through the loving concern that she gave to the children and the elderly who were in her care. She also gave of herself by assisting some of her aging brothers and sisters. She was always willing to help her friends and family. Traveling was something that Rose loved to do. She enjoyed visiting her family and being included in trips that they took. She will always be remembered for her excellent cooking skills. Her family had their favorites that they would request and she took such pride and joy in cooking for her family. As a member of Northeast Baptist Church and the Dorcas Sunday School Class, her cooking talent was also recognized a church dinners and her class meetings. Rose also enjoyed making beautiful quilts, crocheting and gardening. She made quilts for all her children and grandchildren and even won a prize years ago for a special quilt block that she designed. Another favorite pastime was working with flowers. She definitely had a green thumb and could grow anything. She spent many hours nurturing her flower beds. But her greatest love was her family and the light of her life was her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a Christian who loved god, taught her family to love, and will be sadly missed by all. She is survived by one daughter, Evelyn Bernard and husband Jim, Houston, Texas; two sons, Richard Brasier and wife Donna, Springfield, and Jim Brasier and wife Ronda, Clinton; nine grandchildren, Cameron Bernard, Tucson, Arizona, Craig Bernard, Spring, Texas, Caryn Bernard Chaney, Lexington, North Carolina, Christopher Bernard, Schofield Barracks, Wahiawa, Hawaii, Curtis Bernard, Houston, Texas, Lee Ann Brasier and Leslie Brasier, both of Springfield, Angela Brasier Gover, Clinton, Steve Brasier, Littleton, Colorado, and seven great-grandchildren, Rachel Rose, Andrew, Megan and Matthew Chaney, Lexington, North Carolina, Janiece Bernard, Wahiawa, Hawaii, Rebecca Bernard, Spring, Texas, and Rylie Bernard, Tucson, Arizona, also many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; eight brothers, Henry, Fred, Charles, George, Luther, John, Frank and Eddie Huenefeldt, and three sisters, Lizzie Seaton, Mary Singer and Emma Huenefeldt. Funeral services were held Thursday, August 27, at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Montrose Cemetery.

BRATTIN, Neoma Darline
b: Aug 8 1934
d: Aug 2 2006, ElDorado Springs, Cedar Co, MO
bur: Osceola Cemetery, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 3 2006 - Mrs. Darline Brattin, 71, ElDorado Springs, died Wednesday, August 2, 2006, at her home. Mrs. Brattin was a longtime area resident and a registered nurse. Among local survivors are her husband Sonny, of the home; two daughters, Brenda Rainwater and husband Bob, Collins, and Karen Reed and husband Robert, ElDorado Springs; three sisters and one brother. Funeral services will be Sunday, August 6, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in Osceola Cemetery.

BRATZLER, Frances E. POOLE
b: May 8 1898, Mountain Grove, Wright Co, MO
d: Mar 24 1993, Osage Beach, Camden Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Frances E. Bratzler was born May 8, 1898 in Mt. Grove, Mo., the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Poole. She passed away March 24, 1993 at the Lake of the Ozarks General Hospital, Osage Beach, Mo. at the age of 94. Frances was married to Gus Bratzler. They made their home in Clinton for a number of years. Gus preceded her in death in 1962. In her younger years, Mrs. Bratzler was a school teacher. She is survived by one son, Robert Bratzler, Tampa, Florida; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, March 26, 1993 at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

BRATZLER, Grace KING
b: Mar 16 1901, Liberty, Clay Co, MO
d: Nov 24 1981, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Wednesday, Nov 25 1981 - Funeral services for Mrs. Grace K. Bratzler will be held Friday at Consalus chapel, with burial in Englewood. Survivors include a brother, Jim Ed King of Clinton and a number of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Bratzler, who was 80, died Tuesday morning, November 24 at Golden Valley Hospital. She was a life-long Clinton resident and the daughter of the late James B. [sic] and Sarah Brandenburg King. Mrs. Bratzler was the widow of the late Albert Bratzler, who died November 4, 1978. For many years, they ran Bratzler's Dry Goods, a popular store on the Clinton square.

BRATZLER, Henry
b: Dec 23 1864, Menzingen, Baden, Germany
d: Aug 22 1929, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Thursday, August 22, at 3:30, the sufferings of Henry Bratzler were ended. He died as happy as he lived and as he slept his last sleep, there was a smile on his face radiating to friends that his spirit was unconquered by disease and pain. He now sleeps in Englewood - a happy sleep beneath the grass, trees and flowers he loved. He had been in poor health some months before he or his family realized how sick he was. He was then taken to Kansas City by his sons to specialists and was in the hospital two different times. At the end of the second visit the surgeons told his loved ones that skill had done all possible, just to make him as happy as possible thru the days left. He came home to live those last days among his friends who were numbered among all stations of life. He gave smiles, jest and good fellowship to all, so in turn received it. His home was steadily visited by friends all those last months, where he jested and laughed while pain gripped his life. He was conscious to the last and never gave up, but that he was to live and his and his friends know that he was gone to the Eternal city, as he practiced the kindness of the Master in his daily life. He was a member of the Lutheran church. He was born December 23, 1864, in Menzingen, Baden, Germany, coming with his parents to Clinton when he was 19 years of age, also his young brother, Alec. His brothers, Herman Schmidt, and Rudolph Bratzler had been in this county for several years. He learned the shoemaker's trade in his youth, which he followed for several years after his arrival here. He was miller at the White Swan mill for about twenty years. He loved flowers and nature and kept his own place exquisitely. He was united in marriage with Miss Lena Schellman, October 29, 1893, who survives him with their two sons, Albert and Gussie, both of Clinton. One child died in infancy. He also leaves two brothers, Rudolph and Alec Bratzler and half brother, Herman Schmidt. Henry Bratzler's friends called him "Dutch". He like his home and politics. He took an active part in all elections, being a strong partisan, knowing all the leaders of the Democratic party so he could call them by their first name. He visited the big political conventions and had a front seat. He was often at Jefferson City, getting on the inside of things. He served Clinton as councilman, giving h is personal attention to the committee work of the council. Christmas time was his special delight and well do the children remember him at that time as he was always there to help at the treat the Elks give each year. His funeral was conducted at the Baptist church last Saturday morning.

BRATZLER, Laurel Rose CHRISTIAN
b: Aug 10 1933, Los Angeles, CA
d: Dec 18 1993, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Laurel Rose Christian was born August 10, 1933, in Los Angeles, California, the daughter of Loren David and Cora (Mullin) Christian. She passed away December 18, 1993, at Westwood Nursing Center in Clinton at the age of 60. She was married to Donald A. Bratzler July 10, 1952, and to this union four children were born. She was a housewife and mother, always enjoying her time with her family. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Clinton. She is survived by her husband, Donald A. Bratzler of the home; her father, Loren Christian, Uniontown, Pennsylvania; two sons, Dale Bratzler, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Loren Bratzler, Stillwell, Kansas; one daughter, Deborah Underwood, Worden, Illinois; one sister, Hazel Haynes, Lee's Summit, and seven grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Roger Eugene in 1954. Funeral services were Wednesday, December 22 at the Consalus Chapel in Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

BRATZLER, Lena SCHELLMAN
b: Aug 12 1858, near Chicago, Cook Co, IL
d: Jul 1936, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Henry Bratzler, whose life thread had gradually grown weaker the past two weeks, reached the end of her life's journey at 8:30 Sunday morning. She had been confined to her bed practically helpless the last three years, at the home of her younger son, Gus Bratzler, on West Franklin street. Mrs. Bratzler had been given every care and consideration that her devoted sons could supply and the love and attention of her daughter-in-laws also blessed her failing days. Lena Schellman, the daughter of native born German parents, was born August 12, 1858 in the suburbs of Chicago. As a small child she came to Prairie City, Mo., with her parents, where she spent her girlhood and attended school. As a young woman she came to Clinton, seeking employment and for ten or fifteen years was the efficient and expert housekeeper at the home of the late Judge McBeth on South Second street. There by thrift and good management she accumulated some property and October 29, 1893 she and Henry Bratzler were united in marriage at Prairie City, at the home of her parents. Mr. Bratzler as a boy of 17 years had come to Clinton, direct from Germany. Homemaking, Mrs. Bratzler's supreme art, was beautifully manifest in the creation of her new home and the rearing of the two sons, Albert and Gus, that completed their family circle. She was a quiet, retiring type of woman, who lived for her family, especially her boys. She was devoted to the Lutheran Church which was the denomination of her childhood's belief, and to which she was ever loyal, attending when there were services in Clinton or when she was able. She became a widow August 22, 1929, when the late Henry Bratzler died and since that time made her home with her son, Gus, whose love brightened her days and where her older son, Albert, faithfully and regularly visited his mother. She was also very much endeared to a small circle of friends which were always sufficient for her happiness and diversion. Other than her two sons, Mrs. Bratzler is survived by two sisters, Misses Mary and Lizzie Schellman, of Omaha, Neb., and one brother, John Schellman, of Kansas City, Mo. The funeral services were held at the Gus Bratzler home, 314 West Franklin street on Tuesday. The body was taken to Englewood to rest beside her husband. Consalus and Peck in charge.

BRATZLER, Robert M.
b: Sep 25 1936
d: Jun 21 1993, Broken Arrow, OK
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Robert M. Bratzler, 56, Broken Arrow, Ok., died Monday, June 21, 1993 at the Broken Arrow Medical Center. He is survived by his wife, Betty, of the home; three sons, Dusty and Rusty Bratzler, both of the home, and Mike Bratzler of Nevada; a daughter, Denise Quienalty of Nevada. Funeral services will be Thursday, June 24, at the Rhema Bible Church in Broken Arrow. Graveside services will be Friday at the Englewood Cemetery.

BRATZLER, Rudolph A.
b: Jan 12 1837, Germany
d: Jan 9 1894, Henry Co, MO
bur: Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jan 13 1894 - Rudolph Bratzler, a shoemaker, aged about 57 years, died Thursday with typhoid fever. He has been in this country about ten years, coming from Germany.

BRATZLER, Rudolph T.
b: Jan 20 1868, Germany
d: Apr 6 1938, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Clinton MO - Death of Business Man - Rudolph Bratzler Had Conducted Shoe Repair Shop in Clinton For Over 45 Years - Clinton has lost one of its best business men in the death of Rudolph Bratzler, a man of high honor, who gave the best he had to those about him every day of his life. He was devoted to his wife and his love of beauty, thrift and order made his home on the corner of Jefferson and Fourth streets most attractive. Although 70 years old and a business man here for nearly 46 years, he was young of spirit and was in accord with every progressive step. Death came at about 1:30 p.m. April 6, 1938, at the Clinton General hospital, where he had undergone an emergency operation the evening before for a congestion of the intestinal tract. It was also found the appendix had ruptured. He had not been well for some time but worked until Monday evening when he went to the Elks Club, then home and early Tuesday morning began to suffer. When the pain became intense, he called his physician, who called the brother, Alex Bratzler, and later after an examination, advised an operation. Mr. Bratzler refused to be operated on until his wife, who had an eye operation in Kansas City hospital, was able to be present. She was at a sister's, Mrs. Lena Mullens', and her niece, Mrs. Edna Johnston, of Clinton, went after her Tuesday afternoon, bringing back Mrs. Mullens, also. Their only son, Frank Bratzler, at Rifle, Colo. was notified of his father's serious condition, and started immediately, calling them from Denver Wednesday morning that he expected to reach Kansas City Thursday (today). He was unable to leave by plane because of a storm, it being just four degrees above zero. Rudolph Bratzler was born January 20, 1868, in Germany, and in the spring of 1883, when he was 14 years old, came to the United States, and on to Henry County, where an uncle, Fred Schmidt, and half-brother, Herman Schmidt, lived. He was followed by his parents and their family the next year, and lived with them on their farm, southeast of Clinton until they came here in 1892. Mr. Bratzler worked for the neighboring farmers for another year, then joined his father and brother Alex, who had started their shoe shop on East Jefferson street. About two years later the two brothers moved their shop to its present location, across the railroad tracks on East Jefferson, where through the years they have given expert service, always with a smile. Mr. Bratzler was versatile, striving always to accommodate his customers, though it would mean inventing other means than the ordinary, but with a keen mind and clever hands, he and his brother have always achieved their desired result. Mr. Bratzler was married to Miss Mecie Gaupp, May 26, 1892 and to them was born one son, Frank, who, with his mother, survives, also one grandson, Billy. There is also one brother, Alex, and half-brother, Herman Schmidt, near Clinton. Deceased was a member of the Elks and W.O.W. lodges. He belonged to the German Evangelical church in Germany in which faith he was taught until coming to the United States, and faithfully attended the First M.E. church in Clinton, where he worshipped with his wife. Funeral services, pending the arrival of the son, will be under direction of Consalus & Peck.

BRAUN, Charles Raymond
b: Apr 18 1923, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 19 2006, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 6 2006 - Charles Raymond Braun, 82, died at the Missouri Veterans Home, Warrensburg, on Thursday, January 19, 2006. He was born April 18, 1923, to John F. and Minnie (Standke) Braun in Clinton. As a young boy he attended the Golden Gate Baptist Church and later he attended the RLDS Church. On October 21, 1944, he was united in marriage to Wilma Alice Bath, while on furlough from the service. Charles and Wilma celebrated their 45th anniversary with family just prior to Wilma passing away on May 4, 1990. Charles served his country in the United States Army during World War II with Company E 349th infantry from 1944-1945 and served active duty in Italy. Charles was proud to be a farmer. He made sure all of his children had their turns in the fields, plowing, disking, hauling hay and taking care of the livestock. He also did custom landscaping, worked for Clearfield Cheese Company and Browning Van and Storage. Charles enjoyed riding horses, taking a team of horses and participating in local horse shows, parades and pulling events. He had a love for all animals. Charles was always noted for his good looks, singing, sense of humor and laughter, making many friends by helping everyone his love of cigars and most of all, hard work. Charles' health continued to fail over the course of the last 15 years, making it impossible to stay at home. Time was spent in assisted care and nursing homes. The later being at the Missouri Veterans Home, Warrensburg, where he was well taken care of by the staff and made many new friends. Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Wilma; his parents; one sister Wilma Randolph, and two brothers, John Braun and Harding Braun. He is survived by one son, Randy Braun; four daughters, Linda and Les Cauthon, Peggy and Frances McCartney, Vickie and Mike Greufe and Susan Braun; two sisters, Esther and Leon Hargrave and Margaret and Sam Parks; nine grandchildren, Rick and Monica Cauthon, Ronnie Cauthon, Jim and Jenny McCartney, Troy McCartney, Chris Greufe, Nathan and Sarah Greufe, Sandra and John Poff, Scott and Priscilla Braun and Stephanie and Mark Overton, and 11 great-grandchildren, Kayla, Sarah, Malerie, Nicolas, Clayton, Ricky, Bryant, Cayden, Jaleigh, Mark and Erynn; a host of nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews, along with a close Army buddy and friend of 62 years, LeRoy Boden. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home Tuesday, January 24. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

BRAUN, Cora Violet MITCHELL
b: Jul 2 1895, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 25 1993, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Cora Violet Mitchell Braun, oldest daughter of Walter Scott and Hattie Lee Moyer Mitchell, was born July 2. 1895 In Deepwater. She passed away July 29, 1993 at the Westwood Nursing Home. On April 11, 1915 she was united In marriage to Henry Braun who preceded her in death in 1960. To this union four children were born who preceded her in death, Kathryn Lee Braun In 1925, Mildred Nadine Randolph in 1942, Walter Eugene "Buddy" Braun in 1966 and Martha Jane Peckenpaugh in 1983. Also two granddaughters, one sister and three brothers. Violet had lived In Clinton and vicinity all her life except for seven and one half years in Naples, Florida. She was a long time member of the Clinton Baptist Church where she attended faithfully until her health failed. Violet had many tragedies in her life but her strong faith and her own strength carried her through and she never complained. She was very accomplished in sewing and needlework and over the years made many beautiful things for her children and grandchildren. Survivors are a daughter-in-law Betty Braun; four granddaughters, Suzetta Busby, Sharlene Wirsig, Jennifer Cummings, all of Clinton, and Sharman Robinson of Ingram, Tx.; two great-grandchildren, Lana Wirsig and Andy Cummings. Also one sister, Ora Lee Smith of Clinton. Violet was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother and after living 98 years she will be greatly missed. Funeral services were Saturday, July 31, 1993 at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

BRAUN, Edna Irene CALDWELL
b: Jun 15 1915, S of Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 8 1999, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 9 1999 - Edna Irene Braun, age 84, Clinton, MO, died Wednesday morning, December 8, 1999, at Westwood Nursing Center. She was born June 5, 1915, south of Clinton, the daughter of Forrest and Nora Prouse Caldwell. She was married to John W. Braun on December 12, 1938, and to this union one daughter was born. They lived south of Clinton several years before moving to a farm in Leeton in 1949. They moved back to Clinton in 1978. She was a Presbyterian. Preceding her in death were her daughter, Thelma Dilks, a brother, Kenneth Caldwell, and a sister, Pauline Hammon. Survivors are her husband, John, of the home; son-in-law, Jake Dilks, Overland Park, Kansas; grandsons, Ronnie Dilks and Tony Dilks and his wife, Karen; great-granddaughter, Kimbra Dilks; also numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Friday at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton, with burial at the Englewood Cemetery.

BRAUN, John William
b: Apr 14 1916, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 26 2004, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 28 2004 - John William Braun, 88, Clinton, died Sunday, December 26, 2004, at Westwood Nursing Home. Graveside services will be Thursday, December 30, at Englewood Cemetery. He was born April 14, 1916, in Henry County, son of John F. and Minnie A. Standke Braun. He married Edna Irene Caldwell Braun. He was a farmer for many years, retiring from farming in 1978. Preceding him in death were his wife; his parents; his daughter, Thelma Dilks; his brother, Harding Braun, and his sister Wilma Randolph. Survivors include son-in-law Jake Dilks, Overland Park, Kansas; two grandchildren, Ronnie Dilks and Tony Dilks and wife Karen; great-granddaughter Kimbra Dilks; brother Charles Braun; sisters, Esther Hargrave and husband Leon, Margaret Parks and husband Sam.

BRAUN, Kathryn Lee
b: Dec 29 1921, Henry Co, MO
d: 1925, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - In memory of a sweet and innocent baby, who left only memories pure, tender and sweet. Little Kathryn Lee Braun was born December 29, 1921, being the youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Braun. Three short years were her life's span and her whole brief history can be summed up in the word - love. She was the loving little thing - demanding love and giving it, without stint. She was sweet, obedient and very appreciative, loving beauty and craving tenderness. Even strangers felt her charm. A heart like hers would have been broken many times in an ordinary span of life, but she has been spared all these disappointments and disillusionments, and has been allowed to step into the land of everlasting love. Wee Kathryn Lee was a lovely little rosebud just ready to open to its fullest beauty in paradise. Everything that finite minds could conceive or human hands execute was done to cure, but to no avail - she was not of this prosaic old earth with its sorrows and sufferings, she belonged to the land of pure delight, where saints immortal reign, and her spirit took its flight to that habitation Tuesday evening at 8:30 p.m. Five weeks before she had had an attack of diphtheria and she had apparently recovered until about ten days before her death, when her nose started to bleed and altho every possible remedy was used, the hemorrhages came at intervals until all vitality was sapped from the little body. She leaves her beloved parents, a sister Mildred, age 8; a brother Eugene past four. Her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Mitchell and grandmother Mrs. Braun of near New Harmony, besides other sorrowing relatives and friends. The funeral was conducted Thursday at the family home, three miles north of Clinton on the Munsen farm. Interment in Englewood.

BRAUN, Marie PREWITT
b: Nov 4 1926, Pleasant Hill, Cass Co, MO
d: Feb 17 1997, Pleasant Hill, Cass Co, MO
bur: New Liberty Cemetery, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Marie Braun, 70, Pleasant Hill, died Monday, February 17, 1997, at her home. She was born in Pleasant Hill November 4, 1926, the daughter of Harry O. Prewitt and Anna Mable Huffman Prewitt. She was married to Otto D. Braun March 7, 1947, who died in 1962. She is survived by three daughters, Anna Marie Council and Janet Sue Long, both of Belton, and Samantha Jo Braun of Pleasant Hill; two brothers, James Prewitt of Lee's Summit and Carl A. Prewitt of Strasburg; her sister Irene Henry of Clinton; six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son Michael David Braun who died September 1981. She graduated from Clinton High School in 1944 and moved to Pleasant Hill in the 1940s. She moved to Chilhowee in 1950. She had made her home in Pleasant Hill since 1962. After high school she was employed with the law firm of Pogue, Pogue and Brock in Clinton. She worked for R. B. Industries (formerly J. R. Prewitt and Sons Manufacturing0 from 1967 until July of last year. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Pleasant Hill and the Bertha Rebekah Lodge. Funeral services will be at Stanley & Son Funeral Home, Pleasant Hill, Thursday, February 20. Burial will be in New Liberty Cemetery, Denton.

BRAUN, Thelma Maxine BATH
b: Apr 15 1924, Scammon, Cherokee Co, KS
d: Jan 16 2004, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 12 2004 - Thelma Maxine Braun, 79, Clinton, died Friday, January 16, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. She was born April 15, 1924, in Scammon, Kansas, daughter of Carl and Opal (Andrews) Bath. On March 20, 1943, she married Harding C. Braun. to this union two children were born, Harding Lee and Carl Frederick. Mrs. Braun was a member of the Community of Christ church. She was baptized in June 1934 at the young age of 10. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Carl Lee, John, Charles; one sister, Wilma, and her husband Harding. She is survived by her children, Harding Lee and wife Mary, and Fred and wife Susan, all of Clinton; five grandchildren, Kelly Braun and wife Carla, Karen (Braun) Posey and husband Mike, Kevin Braun, Matthew Braun, Joshua Braun and three great-grandchildren, Andrea Braun, Dylan Braun and Sarah Grimes. She also leaves a host of family and friends. Funeral services were held at Clinton Community of Christ Church on January 20. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

BRAUN, William Russell
b: Nov 27 1915, Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
d: May 21 1997, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - William Russell Braun, 81, Holden, died at Holden Manor Care Center Wednesday, May 21, 1997. He was born November 27, 1915, in Deepwater, the son of George Adam Braun and Charlotte Adeline Dunning Braun. He was a farmer and stockman. He married Mildred Levere Parks on April 26, 1940, in Clinton. He is survived by his wife Mildred of the home; two sons, Jim Braun and wife Harriet, Holden, and Bill Braun and wife Bonnie, Vadnals Heights, Minnesota; five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; one brother Joel Hardiman Braun, Fairbanks, Alaska. He was preceded in death by three brothers, George Francis Braun, Lewis Clayton Braun and Otto David Braun. Mr. Braun was a member of the Magnolia Baptist Church. Funeral services are Saturday, May 24, at Williams Funeral Chapel in Holden. Burial will be in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

BRAUND, Donald J.
b: Apr 8 1907
d: May 8 1996, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Donald Braund, 89, Clinton, died Wednesday, May 8, 1996, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. Among survivors are his wife, Pauline, of the home.

BRAY, Carl
b: Jan 14 1920, near Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Jul 4 1995, Raytown, Jackson Co, MO
bur: I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Monett, Barry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Carl Bray, 75, died Tuesday, July 4, 1995, at his home in Raytown. Carl was born January 14, 1920, near Lowry City. Carl served in World War II in the U.S. Marines as M.T. Sergeant. After he returned from service he worked 23 years for the Southern Railroad in K.C. After that he was office manager for Century 21, retiring in 1987. He leaves his wife, Wilda of the home; eight sisters, Jewell Greenwell, Wilma Atkins and Thelma Hubbard of Lowry City, Annis Shepherd of Clinton, Mildred Goans of Olathe, Kansas, Eula Homes, Nellie Cooper, Loretta Bray of California; four brothers, Alfred Bray, Texas, Harold Bray, Organ, Herbert Bray, Harrisonville, and Arnold Bray of Holden. He was a member of the Loma Vista Baptist Church. Graveside services were held Saturday, July 8, at the IOOF Cemetery in Monett.

BRAY, Doris June BEEBE
b: Feb 18 1932, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 31 2007, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery BR-BY, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 1 2007 - Doris June Beebe Bray, 75, Clinton, died Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be Friday, August 3 at Consalus Funeral Home with burial in Englewood Cemetery. Doris was born February 18, 1932, in Brownington, Missouri, daughter of Tom J. and Gladys Mary LaRont Beebe. She married Jesse Herbie Bray and was a homemaker. She was an antique enthusiast and greatly enjoyed collecting primitive bottles. Preceding her in death are her parents and one sister Barbara Long. Survivors include her husband, Jesse Herbie; five children, Herbert Lynn Bray and Ramona, Deborah June Burnett and husband Louis, Frederick Wyette Bray and wife Janet, Randall Eugene Bray and wife Terri, Rodney Steven Bray and wife Holly; three brothers Tom Beebe and wife Sally, Jerry Beebe, Robert Beebe and wife Evelyn; two sisters Myrna Wirsig and husband Don, Martha Peck and husband Dewey; eleven grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren plus numerous nieces and nephews.

BRAY, Esther T. BENIGAR
b: Feb 27 1917, near Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Sep 25 1995, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Esther T. Bray, 78, Lowry City, died Monday, September 25, 1995, at the Sac-Osage Hospital in Osceola. Mrs. Bray was born near Lowry City and was a lifelong area resident. She was a former teacher and rural mail carrier. She is survived by one son, Robert Bray of Lowry City; one brother, Robert Benigar of Widomar, California, and nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Friday, September 29, at the Lowry City Cemetery.

BRAY, Gerald G. "Jerry"
b: Oct 19 1902, Newtown, Sullivan Co, MO
d: Jul 11 1994, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Gerald G. (Jerry) Bray, 91, Osceola, died Monday, July 11, 1994 at his home. Mr. Bray was born in Newtown, Mo. He had lived in the Osceola area the past 60 years and was a retired salvage yard operator. He is survived by one son Richard Bray of Osceola; one brother, Richard Bray of Springfield; 14 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren. funeral services will be Wednesday, July 13 at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Lowry City Cemetery.

BRAY, Opal W. WOODS
b: Jul 22 1918, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
d: Feb 28 2008, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 29 2008 - Opal W. Bray, 89, of Clinton died Thursday, February 28, 2008, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. Services will be held on Monday, March 3, 2008, at the Consalus Funeral Home in Clinton with Dr. Randy Shippman officiating. Burial will follow in the Lowry City Cemetery. Opal Bray was born on July 22, 1918, in Leeton, Missouri, the daughter of Oscar and Myrtle (Mudd) Woods. She was also the stepdaughter of Elen (Woods) Bray. Opal grew up in Leeton and attended school there, achieving her high school diploma. She met and married her husband Earle Bray and together they had one child, a girl Kathleen. Mrs. Bray has lived in Clinton since around 1978. She was of the Christian faith and a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. Her hobbies included quilting, gardening and canning. She also worked outside the home as a real estate agent for the Bill Whitlow Agency. Opal is survived by her daughter, Kathleen Williams of Clinton, two grandchildren Chad Westendorff and Sonya Leist and three great-grandchildren. Her parents and stepmother, her husband, Earl, and one grandson, Dustin, predeceased her.

BRAY, Orpha M.
b: Sep 18 1917
d: Jun 8 2003, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 9 2003 - Orpha M. Bray, 85, Clinton and formerly of Lowry City, a homemaker, died Sunday, June 8, 2003, at her home. Funeral services will be Tuesday, June 10, at Lowry City United Methodist Church, with burial in Lowry City Cemetery.

BRAY, Richard A.
b: Nov 24 1931
d: Dec 28 2001, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 31 2001 - Richard Bray, 70, Osceola, died Friday, December 28, 2001, at Sac-Osage Hospital, Osceola. He was the owner/operator of a wrecker service. Funeral services were Sunday, December 30, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola, with burial in Lowry City Cemetery.

BRAZEEL, William Hugh "Bill"
b: May 2 1927, Miami, OK
d: Jul 14 2006, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 9 2006 - William Hugh Brazeel was born May 2, 1927, in Miami, Oklahoma, the son of William frances and Ruth Byrl (Stevens) Brazeel. He died July 14, 2006, at Golden valley Hospital, at the age of 79 years. Bill served in the United States Navy during World War II and in the United States army during the Korean Conflict. He was a tool inspector for Western Electric which then became AT&T. He was an active member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, Clinton. Bill is survived by his wife Zelma of the home; a son Barry Banzeel of Ottawa, Kansas and one brother Kenneth Brazeel of Kansas City. Memorial services were held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Clinton, on Sunday, July 23.

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