Henry County Missouri Obituaries
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CHEATHAM, Claude Erwin
b: Oct 15 1916, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 6 1994, Frisco, TX
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Claude Erwin Cheatham, 77, Frisco, Texas, died Wednesday, July 6, 1994, at his home. Funeral services will be Sunday, July 10, at Cantrell Funeral Home, Frisco, Texas. Graveside services will be Monday at the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Mr. Cheatham was born in Clinton and had lived in Frisco, Texas for a number of years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Frisco, the Old Mission Masonic Lodge, AF & AM, Shawnee Mission, Kansas, the Chapter and Commandery in Clinton and the Ararat Shrine, Kansas City. He was a real estate broker before he retired. He is survived by two daughters, Rebecca Schaerer, Richardson, Texas, and Sue Fendrich, St. Petersburg, Florida; one sister, Jane Mason, Pacific Grove, California, and three grandchildren.

CHEATHAM, Georgia Jeanetta MASTIN
b: Oct 7 1867, 10 mi NW of Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 16 1939, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Wilkinson Funeral Home, Clinton, MO (Historical)
Clinton Eye, June 1939 - Mrs. J. T. Cheatham died at 10:30 a.m. June 16, 1939, at her home on East Franklin Street following an extended illness during which she bore with beautiful courage and cheer the intense pain from a malignant disease. In failing health the past year and half, she became worse last November and in April was taken to a Kansas City hospital where her condition was found incurable. She returned home to be with her husband and other loved ones who never tired of making her as comfortable as possible, and their daughter, Mrs. Guyn Gilbert was constantly by her mother's bedside. Friends often sent special remembrances which lightened her pain-filled days and brought a quiet joy. Georgia Jeanetta Mastin was born October 7, 1867, ten miles northwest of Clinton. September 22, 1889, she was united in marriage with J. T. Cheatham and to them were given two children, James Thomas ("Dude" to his family and friends) who died in France, October 8, 1918, and Julia, now Mrs. Guyn Gilbert. The latter survives to comfort her father, also five grandchildren, Mrs. Forest Groff of Clinton; Mrs. A. C. McGlade, Jr., Mary Ruth, Lucille and Paul Gilbert of Deepwater and one great-grandchild, Wayne Groff, who was a favorite of his grandmother. She was devoted to her husband, children and grandchildren, giving them courage to face life anew with her own indomitable power for searching out the silver lining in spite of life's dark clouds. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at the Second Street Methodist Church. Burial at Englewood.

CHEATHAM, Harrison Lewis
b: Apr 3 1813, Kentucky
d: Jul 14 1891
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, July 25 1891 - Harrison Cheatham, highly respected Henry county citizen, died at his home at Alberta July 14. He was a member of the Christian church and leaves a wife and three children to mourn his loss. Burial in Englewood.

CHEATHAM, Iola Frances LITTLE
b: Apr 30 1913, near Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
d: Sep 7 1997, Lyndon, Osage Co, KS
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Iola Frances Cheatham, 84, formerly of Calhoun, died Sunday, September 7, 1997, at Hilltop Nursing home, Lyndon, Kansas. She was born April 30, 1913, on a farm near Calhoun, in the Thrush community, the youngest of six children of Lee Barry and Amanda Frances Williams Little. She spent her youth and early life in the Calhoun area. On August 21, 1933, in Ulysses, Kansas, she was married to Uel Boone Cheatham, who preceded her in death in 1965. The family left Missouri in 1954, moving to Olathe, Kansas. Prior to moving to Lyndon, Kansas, Mrs. Cheatham lived in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Calhoun and later in Olathe, Kansas. Iola's life exemplified a Christian wife, mother and grandmother, with courage and conviction to stand for the worthwhile things of life. She as true to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, to the end. She is survived by one son, Ronny Cheatham, Osage City, Kansas; two daughters, Darlene Anderson, Paola, Kansas, and Pamela Allenbrand, Olathe, Kansas; nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Danny Cheatham. Funeral services were held Thursday, September 11, at the Calhoun United Methodist Church. Burial was in Calhoun Cemetery.

CHEATHAM, James Harrison
b: Oct 11 1874, near Alberta, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 20 1948
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Calhoun MO - Death brought to an end the earthly labors of one of Henry County's most respected citizens, when the summons came at 9:10 a.m. Tuesday to J. H. Cheatham at the Gray Rest Home in Windsor, where he had been about 10 days. Mr. Cheatham had suffered a stroke more than a week ago and had been in a coma since last Wednesday. His home was in the south part of Calhoun. His sons, J. M. Cheatham of Hutcinson, Kan., and Leonard of St. John, Kan., came Friday and another son, Paul of Johnson, Kan., arrived Sunday to be near their father. His fourth son, Uel Cheatham, lives in Calhoun, and the only daughter, Miss Edith Cheatham of Larned, Kan., was unable to come home. Funeral services will be held Thursday (today) at the Calhoun Christian Church and burial will be at the Calhoun cemetery. James Harrison Cheatham was born Oct. 11 1874, near Alberta, where he grew to young manhood, receiving his education there and in Clinton. His parents were Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Cheatham. In 1898, he was married to Mary England and to them were born three children, J. M., Leonard, and Miss Edith Cheatham. Mrs. Cheatham died in 1903, and three years later Effie Griffith became his wife and two children, Uel and Paul were given to this union. Mr. Cheatham has given to his children a rich heritage, an exemplary Christian life worthy of emulation. A member of the Christian Church, he never ceased to serve his Master faithfully. Especially attached to his family, they came first in his life, and to them he was a kind and thoughtful husband, father and counselor. Mr. Cheatham had become acquainted throughout Henry County as he operated stores at Piper, Lowry City, and Thrush and was also in the real estate business in Clinton. Leaving Missouri in April, 1915, he moved his family to Kansas and was a merchant several years at Ulysses. Prior to returning to Calhoun two years ago, they lived for two years at Hutchinson. Mr. Cheatham was affiliated with the IOOF and Masons.

CHEATHAM, James T. "Dude"
b: Oct 21 1892, near Garland, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 8 1918, Brest, France
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, June 1920 - Dude Cheatham's Body Brought From France And Buried In Englewood - James T. Cheatham, son of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Cheatham, of Garland, was born Oct. 21st, 1892, near Garland, and died in Brest, France, of pneumonia, Oct. 8th, 1918. Dude, before leaving the U.S. was a soldier in training at Camp McArthur, stationed at Waco, Texas, and would not have left at that time had he not persuaded his captain to let him join the leaving company for France. Dude's every hope was "I want to be a soldier." He had written to his parents telling them that he was going to the top in the army if it was in his power, but death came to him before he had completed his desire in his work, but God said, Dude come up higher. I have need of thee. At the time of his death he had entered a new field of labor, for the salvation of others and his country. Before leaving his home he would sit and sing for hours at at time: "Said a feeble lad to his aged mother: I must cross the deep, deep sea and perhaps in some distant climate there is health and strength for me", but on June 11, 1920, his body arrived at his old home in Garland, where there was a large number of friends gathered to spend these last hours with him. Funeral services were conducted at the Garland church Saturday, June 12. He leaves to mourn his loss his parents and one sister, Mrs. Guynn Gilbert. The remains were laid to rest in Englewood.

CHEATHAM, Jemima Jane HERST
b: Dec 1 1846, Columbia, Adair Co, KY
d: Jan 4 1937, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Mrs. Jemima J. Cheatham, widow of the late Claude E. Cheatham, passed to the more abundant life at 2:30 Monday, from the home of her daughter, Mrs. Joe Black, near the Sparrow store. Mrs. Cheatham, who was in her ninetieth year, had the hardihood and strength of pioneer ancestors, so her passing was a surrender of the strong and not a submission of the week. Women of her type are the exception and not the rule in the nervous, high-tensioned world of today and generations have lost some of their vital forces in the passing of such noble, Christian womanhood. Jemima Jane Herst was born December 1, 1846, in Columbia, Ky., Adair County, the child of Campbell Herst and Sally Sharp Herst, staunch Southerners, who were slave owners and people of the soil. When Jemima was a child of two years, her family moved to McDonald County, Ill., where they lived until she was ten years old. In 1856 they were lured to the west, and stopped in Missouri as they had relatives here. To the ten year old Jemima, the tedious, slow journey in two wagons, one drawn by three yoke of oxen and the other by a stout span of horses, was a trek, fraught with all the thrills and romance of real adventure. The waving prairie grass that lined their path of fell as they crushed it under foot, the wild and timid deer or howling wolves that were numerous in those early days were impressed on the mind of the child and always remained a part of the fascination of this country of which she never tired. The ferry across the Mississippi at Warsaw, Ill., and across the Missouri at Boonville were experiences that tried the courage and valor of many a pioneer family but endeared the new acres to them. As a child she attended the old pay school that lasted only a few months each winter and the singing school that were such important parts of community life. Later when the war clouds between North and South broke with three brothers in the southern army and themselves the victims of guerrilla warfare, the pictures of that memorable struggle were indelibly stamped on her memory. As a girl of 15, one day when she was alone at home with her mother, who was ill in bed, a Union Captain and 10 of his company came to their farm, demanding their dinner. The mother, unable to get up, suffered grave anxiety while her inexperienced daughter prepared and served the meal. Despite her fear, Jemima was equal to the emergency and so well did the hasty meal satisfy them that on departure they thanked her courteously. Less gratifying were the experiences with the border raids when their meat and supplies, cattle, hogs and crops were carried off by the marauders. Freedom Church was organized in 1867 when Mr. and Mrs. Herst were among its founders, being charger members and their daughter, Jemima, was one of the first to be baptized on a cold March day when one inch of ice had to be broken in the creek near Bethlehem school for the service. Among other organizers was a young man, Claude E. Cheatham, who had come to the neighborhood from Fulton, Mo., and at the singing school the romance with Jemima Jane Herst began, which culminated in their marriage October 4, 1868, on a rare Sunday in Indian summer. Rev. Wm. Birge of the New Freedom Church read the service. Mr. Cheatham was an elder in the church over 50 years and superintendent of the Sunday school many years. Theirs was a splendid Christian home, worthy of exemplification, always an inspiration to better community life. Three children blessed their union, Mrs. Ben Campbell, deceased in 1923; Mrs. Joe Black of Sparrow, with whom her mother made her home three years, and Dr. C. L. Cheatham of Clinton, Claude Edwin and Lila Jane Cheatham are the only grandchildren surviving. In the fall of 1916, Mr. and Mrs. Cheatham moved to Clinton, making their home at 613 East Grand River street adjoining the home of their son and there on June 13, 1930, Mr. Cheatham was called Home. Mrs. Cheatham continued living in Clinton till her health failed about three years ago. Her daughter was all kindness and devotion to her beloved mother, whose splendid qualities of mind and character and fine Christian principles are a priceless heritage to her children. Funeral services were Tuesday at the Consalus and Peck funeral home and the body was laid to rest in Englewood beside her late husband.

CHEATHAM, Mary ENGLAND
b: Jan 8 1877
d: Aug 21 1903, near Piper, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Sept 1903 - We were sorry to hear of the death of Mrs. Harry Cheatham, which occurred at her home near Piper. She was Miss Mary England before her marriage. Her parents moved to Bethlehem township when Mary was quite young. At the death of her mother, she took upon her young shoulders all the responsibilities of her father's household but never did she falter in doing what was right. She was the idol of her father and brothers and her invalid sisters adored her. Her death was indeed sad, as she leaves three little children, one a babe nine days old, to grow to manhood and womanhood without a mother's guiding hand and love. To her husband, her death was a sad blow, as he not only had to give up his young wife and companion, who was so dear to him, but also must be separated from his little children. She said on her death bed, "We will all meet again."

CHEATHAM, Mollie E.
b: Feb 10 1859, Johnson Co, MO
d: Jan 22 1887, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Jan 1887 - Another home that was but a short time since all bright and lovely is now shadowed with darkness and gloom. On the morning of the 22nd, the angels of death took from our midst to dwell in the better land, Mollie, beloved wife of C. E. Cheatham. Was born Feb. 10, 1859, in Johnson County, Mo. Her mother moved to Henry county when Mollie was six years old. She attended school in the county until about 15, then went to Clinton and finished her education under Prof. Cook. While there she first met Mr. Cheatham and was united in marriage with him Dec. 10, 1878, this being her 19th birthday. Their home was blessed with three children, the oldest a girl, and the other two boys, the youngest one being a little babe but eight days old. Mrs. Cheatham united with the Christian church when she was 15 and had the Master's work ever near her heart. In her last hours, she had a clear evidence of God's mercy to her and was ready to be called. Her request was that her children might be brought up in the nuture and admonition of the Lord. Her remains were taken to Bethlehem church for services and to be laid to rest.

CHEATHAM, Thelma Louise TEMPLE
b: Aug 8 1930, Stillwater, OK
d: May 15 2004, Lincoln, Benton Co, MO
bur: Riverside Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
arr: Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 26 2004 - Thelma Louise Cheatham, 73, died Saturday, May 15, 2004, at Lincoln Community Nursing in Lincoln. She was born August 8, 1930, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, the daughter of Huston and Elizabeth Milton Temple. She grew up in Stillwater, Oklahoma, and after graduating high school she attended nursing school at Sparks Memorial Hospital in fort smith, Arkansas, and became a registered nurse. On January 2, 1954, she was united in marriage to Bill Cheatham in Stillwater, Oklahoma. After their marriage, they made their home in Stillwater for a few years. Her husband, Bill, worked for the Corps of Engineers for many years, so they traveled and lived in many parts of the United States, moving to Warsaw in 1979. Thelma enjoyed many things, but loved bird watching, working in the garden and reading books. She also was a homemaker and loved to be with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters and three brothers. Thelma is survived by her husband, Bill, of the home; two daughters, Jyl Goin and her husband Jack, Warsaw, and Beth Cheatham and her fiancee Bart Brown, Clinton; two sons, Perry Cheatham, St. Louis, and James Cheatham, Derry, New Hampshire; two grandchildren, James Trujillo and Amanda Trujillo, both of Sedalia. Also surviving is one sister, Edith Davis, Stillwater, Oklahoma, and one brother, George Temple, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; nieces and nephews and other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 19, at Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial was in Riverside Cemetery in Warsaw.

CHEATHAM, Uel Boone
b: Sep 21 1911, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Feb 23 1965, Ottawa, Franklin Co, KS
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Ottawa Herald, Ottawa KS, Tuesday Feb 23 1965 - Uel B. Cheatham, 53, Rantoul RFD 1, died at 7:45 a.m. today in Ransom Memorial Hospital. He had been in failing health several years. A retired truck driver, he had lived near Rantoul eight months, moving from Olathe. He was born Sept. 21, 1911, and was a member of Union Chapel Methodist Church. Surviving are his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Claude Riggs, Lenexa; and Mrs. Doc Allenbrand, Olathe; one son Ronnie, of the home; three grandchildren, his mother, Mrs. Ethel Gallup, Ottawa, and two brothers. Funeral arrangements are pending at the Lamb Funeral Home.

CHEDESTER, James L.
b: Nov 19 1924, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
d: May 27 1962, St. Louis, MO
Clinton MO - James L. Chedester, 37, Bridgeton, MO, son-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Tubbesing of the Quarles community, died Sunday, May 27, 1962, in a St. Louis hospital. He had been in declining health the past few years but had remained with his work until last March 1. Born in Kansas City he had lived there 21 years before moving to Pattonville, MO, where he had taught and had been principal until becoming ill. He had received his education at Central High School, Kansas City, and was a graduate of Central Missouri State College at Warrensburg. He was a veteran of World War II and had been a frequent visitor in Henry County. Besides his wife, the former Frances Darlene Tubbesing, he leaves three sons, Mark, seven years old and twin boys, Stephen and Michael, who were a month old on May 26; a sister, Mrs. Nan Krueger, Leawood, KS; a brother, Jerry V. Chedster, Modesto, CA; a number of other relatives and many friends. Mr. and Mrs. Herman Tubbesing left to attend the funeral services held May 30, at Pattonville with burial there.

CHEEK, Bettie
b: n/a
d: Dec 29 1885, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Dec 26 1885 - After a protracted illness, Mrs. Bettie Cheek died on Tuesday morning, Dec. 29, 1885 and in the afternoon the remains were laid in an elegant casket to be conveyed to Lexington, Ky. for the interment.

CHEESMAN, William
b: Feb 5 1820, Ohio
d: Jan 13 1904, Huntingdale, Henry Co, MO
bur: Swindle Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Jan 16 1904 - William Cheeseman born February 5, 1820 Ohio - Good Man Passes Away - From Laban Walker, who is on the jury, we learn of the death of William Cheeseman, at his home in Huntingdale, after a short illness, Wednesday night, aged 84.  Leaves a wife and five children - Dan, who lives in Kansas City; John, in the Territory, near Sapulpa; William, in Oklahoma; Mrs. Anna Tarter of the Territory and Mrs Fannie E. Daniels, near Hartwell.  Rev. Harris, of the M. E. Church conducted the funeral Friday morning, the 15th and his remains were laid to rest in the Swindle Cemetery, near Huntingdale.

CHENIER, Daniel L.
b: Oct 18 1937, Chicago, Cook Co, IL
d: Oct 4 2004, near Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
bur: Cremation
arr: Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 6 2004 - Daniel L. Chenier, 66, Warsaw, died Monday, October 4, 2004, at his home near Warsaw. He was born October 18, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Everest and Jeanette Kalish Chenier. He was raised in Chicago and graduated from St. Patrick's High School in 1955. He then entered the Air Force and was stationed overseas for three years. On May 28, 1960, he married Carol King, in Chicago. He was a 21-year member and founder of the elks Lodge in Excelsior Springs and Elks Lodge #2738 in Warsaw. He was a member of the American legion Post #217 in Warsaw and a member of the St. Ann's Catholic Church, Warsaw. He is survived by his wife Carol, of the home; two sons, Christopher and his wife Karen, and Michael and his wife Vicki, all of Rayville; one daughter, Antoinette Bullock and her husband Barry, Clinton; five grandchildren, Jeremy, Jami, Zachery McCannon and Joshua and Caleb Bullock; two great-grandchildren, Wyli and Gavin; one brother Phillip Chenier and his wife Pat, Eau Claire, Wisconsin; one sister Yvonne Chenier, Wheeling, Illinois, and close family friends Don and Lois Strader of Sun City, Arizona. Cremation. Memorial services will be held Saturday, October 9, at Reser Funeral Home in Warsaw.

CHENOWETH, Thalia Lavinia BUTLER
b: Nov 16 1910, Harrisburg, AR
d: Dec 7 1996, Rolla, Phelps Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Thalia Lavinia Chenoweth, daughter of Thomas B. B. and Millie Florence Dudley Butler, was born November 16, 1910, in Harrisburg, Poinsett County, Arkansas, and died Saturday, December 7, 1996, at Heritage Park Skilled Care in Rolla. Lavinia was married to Paul Arlie Chenoweth on August 31, 1927. Paul preceded her in death on November 28, 1981. She was a member of the first United Methodist Church, Rolla, the Clinton Chapter #73, Order of Eastern Star where she was a 50-year member and the Sedalia Order of Bosceant. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Sandra J. and Henry W. Haas of Southwick. Massachusetts; grandchildren, David P. Bates and wife, Vickie of Rolla, Stanley E. Bates and wife, Ellie of Indian Orchard, Massachusetts, Laura D. Field and husband, David of Penacook, New Hampshire, Leo A. Bates, Jr. and wife, Isa of Greenville, South Carolina, Timmothy G. Hass of Westfield, Massachusetts, and Melodie A. Haas of Southwick, Massachusetts, as well as three step-grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Wednesday, December 11. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CHESTER, Winnie E. CANNON
b: Nov 26 1920, Cherokee Co, GA
d: Jan 25 2003, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
bur: Mountain View Cemetery, Marietta, GA
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 28 2003 - Winnie E. Chester, 82, Sedalia (formerly of Green Ridge and Marietta, Georgia), died Saturday, January 25, 2003, at the Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. She was born November 26, 1920, in Cherokee County, near Canton, Georgia, the daughter of Gordon Fenn Cannon and Nellie Jane (Buffington) Cannon. On August 19, 1961, in Georgia, she married Reginald Grady Chester, who survives of the home. Mrs. Chester was a bank teller at the South Trust Bank in Marietta, Georgia (formerly the First American Bank) for 37 years before her retirement. She was a member of the Maple Avenue Methodist Church in Marietta, Georgia. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Terry McLemore and his wife Anita, Green Ridge; two grandchildren, Brian McLemore and Carolyn McLemore; a great-granddaughter, Katelyn McLemore. She was preceded in death by a brother, Gerald Cannon. Graveside services will be Friday, January 31, at Mountain View Cemetery in Marietta, Georgia.

CHICK, William L. "Bill"
b: Jul 19 1914, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
d: Jul 17 1987, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
William L. Bill Chick of 310 Holmes Dr, Windsor, MO, died July 17, 1987 at Trinity Lutheran Hospital in Kansas City. He was 73. He was born July 19, 1914, at Kansas City, son of Isaac and Fay Dean Chick. He worked for Civil Service and was a housing officer at Whiteman Air Force Base. He retired in 1975. He is survived by his wife, of the home; one son, Lynn Chick of Independence; a daughter, Willa White of Closter, NJ; two grandsons, a brother, Virgil Vestal of Moberly, nieces and nephews. He was an Army veteran of World War II. On April 28, 1939, he married Linnie Edna Combs. She died April 16, 1976. On January 10, 1986, he married Marilyn Johnson, who survives at the home in Windsor. The service was July 20 at the United Methodist Church of Windsor and burial was in the Calhoun Cemetery.

CHILDERS, Archie Lee
b: Jun 1 1921, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 21 2004, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 27 2004 - Archie L. Childers was born June 1, 1921, in Henry County, son of Tom and Mary Dunn Childers. He died March 21, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital. He was a member of the First Baptist Church and a veteran of World War II, serving with the Army Combat Engineers in the European Theatre. He was a warrant officer in charge of the heavy equipment division. He received the Silver Star, Bronze Star, Oakleaf Cluster and the Purple Heart. He had operated heavy equipment since the age of 17. He began Childers Construction Company in Clinton in 1960. On April 11, 1989, he married the former Mary McQuitty in Warrensburg. She survives of the home. Additional survivors are three nephews, Kenneth Hunter, Shawnee Mound; Glenn Hunter, Independence, and Carroll Hunter, Kansas City. Preceding him in death were his parents; one brother Raymond Childers; one sister Pearl Hunter, and two nieces, Norma Lee Childers and Mary Ann Lindauer. Funeral services were held March 25 at the First Baptist Church. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

CHILDERS, Audie Otto
b: Apr 26 1902, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 3 1983, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Audie O. Childers, 81, of the Quarles community, died on November 3 at his home. He was born on April 26, 1902, near Clinton, the son of William P. and Bessie Deen Childers. Both preceded him in death. He was a farmer and life-long resident of Henry County. In 1918 he became a member of the Quarles Baptist Church. On December 23, 1924, he married Augusta M. Tubbesing, who preceded him in death in September 1952. To this union the following children were born and survive: Geraldine Hotsenpiller, Calvin and Melvin of Clinton; Verna Quattlebaum and Eldon of Windsor; Lois Buchanan of Springfield, Dennis of Overland Park, KS, and Carroll of McAllen, TX. He married Catherine Hunter in September of 1958, who survives of the home. Also, one stepdaughter, Elma Kendrick of Oklahoma City survives as well as grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A sister, Vera Callen, Clinton, survives. Palbearers were Don and Jim Millam, Bill and Daryl Pennock, Billie Williams and Junior Wilson. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery on November 5.

CHILDERS, Augusta May TUBBESING
b: May 2 1901, Henry Co, MO
d: Sep 4 1952, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Funeral services were held September 6, 1952, at the Consalus Funeral Home in Clinton for Mrs. Audie Childers who died at 3:42 a.m. Sept 4, at her home seven miles north of Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery. Augusta May Tubbesing, native Henry Countian, was born May 2, 1901, to Henry and Isabelle Stutte Tubbesing at their home one mile wast of Quarles. There she grew to young womanhood and on Dec 23, 1924, she was married to a young man of that community, Audie Otto Childers. Eight children blessed this union, all of whom are living as follows: Calvin, 7, Dennis, 11, Lois and Duane high school age, and Verna, who completed high school in 1951, all of the home; Carroll, of the US Air Force, Farmington, IL; Melvin, also of the US Air Force, stationed 1 1/2 years in Washington, DC, but lately transferred to the Sedalia Air Base to be near his mother; and Mrs. Lloyd Hotsenpiller of Springfield. At the age of 15, Augusta became a member of the Quarles Baptist Church and was baptized by Dr W. E. Davis. There her membership remained as virtually all her life was spent in the community of her birth. Mrs. Childers was well known and loved by family and friends for her kind, helpful spirit, and she was admired, too, for the cheerfulness and courage with which she fought her losing battle for health through the past months. Her home was her world and her family was her chief interest, having her greatest satisfaction in their happiness and welfare. Flowers and gardening were hobbies. She was clever, too, as a seamstress, often fashioning from a scrap a neat, new garment for a toddler. Thrifty and industrious, she taught many lessons by examples, all the while pointing the way to the worthwhile things of life. In addition to her husband and children, she is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Anna Manning of Jefferson City; Mrs. Ida Backman of St. James, MO; and Miss Ruby Tubbesing of Kansas City; and two brothers, Garrett of Blairstown and Henry of Clinton. Her parents and one brother, Charles, preceded her in death.

CHILDERS, Bessie DEEN
b: Mar 28 1883, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 15 1977, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Bessie Deen Childers Dies - Funeral services for Bessie Childers were held Friday, February 18, at Consalus Funeral Home. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery. Bessie Deen was born east of Clinton March 28, 1883, daughter of William and Elizabeth Ann Woodruff Deen. She died February 15 at Golden Valley Hospital, following an extended illness. She married William Childers December 30, 1900. Three children were born to this marriage. Surviving are Mrs. Vera Callen and Audie O. Childers, both of Clinton. One son, Omer Deen Childers, died when he was four years old. Mr. Childers died May 10, 1960. The family home was about five miles north of Clinton near the Quarles Baptist Church. Mrs. Childers was one of the oldest members of that congregation.

CHILDERS, Helen Margaret HAY
b: Jun 2 1922, Springfield, Greene Co, MO
d: Nov 5 1996, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Helen Margaret Hay Childers, 74, Clinton, died November 5, 1996, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. Helen was born in Springfield June 2, 1922, to Elijah Monroe Hay and Lena Eden Bills Hay. Caring for a special child, Susan Crooks, was the highlight of Helen's life. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. She will be sadly missed by all her relatives, friends and neighbors, who fondly knew her as Auntie Helen. Survivors include two sisters, Josephine Hanna and Mildred Delozier, both of Clinton; a half-sister, Carolyn Hubbs of Coal; a half-brother, E. M. Hay, Jr, Blue Springs; three step-sisters, Mary DeTurpin of Grandview, Jean McMillian and Rose Ann Phillips, both of Clinton; one step-brother, Harry Don Hite of Belton and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her step-mother, Sarah May Hite Hay; four brothers, Richard, Olaf, Hershel and Leonard; two sisters, Velma and Thelma, and a nephew, Gene Delozier, Jr. Funeral services were held Thursday, November 7, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

CHILDERS, Ida M.
b: Jan 26 1917
d: Aug 19 1998, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Woodlawn Cemetery, Independence, Jackson Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ida M. Childers, 81, Collins, died Wednesday, August 19, 1998, at Sac Osage Hospital, Osceola. She was a retired office worker. Funeral services will be Friday at Collins Christian Church. Burial will be Saturday at Woodlawn Cemetery, Independence.

CHILDERS, Jeffrey Odell
b: Mar 10 1965, Kansas City, Wyandotte Co, KS
d: Apr 7 2002, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 9 2002 - Jeffrey Odell Childers, 37, Windsor, died Sunday, April 7, 2002, at his home. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, April 10, at Englewood Cemetery. He was born March 10, 1965, in Kansas City, Kansas, son of Dennis and Sandra McMilliam Childers. He moved to the Clinton area 10 years ago from Overland Park, Kansas. He was a member of Local 101 Operating Engineers. He is survived by his parents, Dennis and Sandra, Clinton; one son, Shae Childers, and his companion, Staci Keele, both of the home; two sisters, Susan Mrkvicka and husband Rodney, Leawood, Kansas, and Lisa DesCombes and husband Daniel, Clinton; one nephew, Todd DesCombes; two nieces, Christian DisCombes and Katie Mrkvicka; plus numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

CHILDERS, Lois Betty SMITH
b: Jul 16 1940, Crawford Co, IA
d: Jul 3 2000, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 5 2000 - Lois Betty Childers, daughter of George and Lola L. Malone Smith, was born July 16, 1940, in Crawford County, Iowa, and died Monday, July 3, 2000, at her home. She was married to Eldon Duane Childers on October 15, 1965, in Clinton. She worked for Schreiber Foods all her life before she retired two years ago. She is survived by her husband, Eldon, of the home; one son, Leslie Childers of Clinton; grandson, Matthew Childers of Humansville; daughter-in-law, Jennifer Childers and son, Donald, also of Humansville. She was buried on Monday at Englewood Cemetery.

CHILDERS, Martha Ann WEBSTER
b: Nov 24 1844, North Carolina
d: Mar 31 1895, Henry Co, MO
bur: Page Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Apr 6 1895 - Martha Ann Childers, wife of W. H. Childers, died March 31. She was born in North Carolina and married in 1859. A member of the Baptist Church and lived a devoted Christian life. Leaves a husband, one child, many relatives and friends. Burial at the Paul Cemetery.

CHILDERS, Mary Elizabeth DUNN
b: Dec 2 1878, near Garland, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 29 1962
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Last rites for Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Childers, 83, who died April 29, 1962, at Karr Nursing Home, were conducted May 1, at Consalus Funeral Home. Pallbearers were grandsons, Kenneth, Wilbur and Carroll Hunter and nephews, James Jageman, Fred Williamson and Bobby Burke. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery. Mary Elizabeth Dunn was born Dec 2, 1878, near Garland, the youngest of four children of James A. and Jemima Harrington Dunn. Her brothers, Will and Jim Dunn, and sister, Mrs. Maude Blevins, preceded her in death. She was reared and educated in the Garland community and on Feb 8, 1900, married George Thomas Childers. They settled on a farm in the neighborhood where they were valued neighbors and highly respected citizens throughout their more than 50 years residence there and where they celebrated their Golden Wedding in 1950. Mr. Childers died the next year on April 5. After her husband's death Mrs. Childers resided with her son, Raymond, in Clinton until he moved to Deepwater about three years ago. She continued to make Clinton her home. Mrs. Childers, in ill health the past few years, leaves three children with whom their family was blessed, namely, Raymond E., Deepwater, Mrs. W. P. (Pearl) Hunter, north of Clinton, Archie Lee, 112 W. Benton, Clinton; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; four half sisters, Mrs. Harvey (Stella) Coe, Mrs. Claude (Mabel) Barth, Urich, Mrs. Ernest (Temple) Eversole, near Clinton, Mrs. Ida Jageman, Garland; two half brothers, Grady Dunn, Clinton, John Dunn, San Luis Obispo, CA; and many other relatives. Also preceding her in death was a granddaughter, Mary Ann Hunter Lindauer, in March of 1950, a half brother, Ola Dunn and a half sister, Mrs. Tina Swart.

CHILDERS, Mary Ruth McQUITTY RAKER SHANKS
b: Dec 24 1920, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 14 2006, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 16 2006 - Mary Ruth Childers, 85, Warrensburg, died Wednesday, June 14, 2006, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born December 24, 1920, in rural Henry County, the daughter of G. N. McQuitty and Henrietta Hannah McQuitty. Mrs. Childers was married to George Richard Raker in 1942 in San Diego, California. He was killed in World War II in 1945. She married Dr. James Shanks on September 12, 1947, in Chilhowee, and he preceded her in death on October 17, 1986. On April 1, 1989, she married Archie Lee Childers in Warrensburg and he preceded her in death on March 21, 2004. Mrs. Childers was a lifelong resident of Johnson and Henry counties. She was musically gifted from an early age. She taught herself to play the piano and could play back any song after hearing it only once or twice. She enjoyed her music her entire life playing both the piano and organ. She frequently shared her music by playing for various groups and organizations, including the Clinton Senior Center. Survivors include two sons, R. Wayne Raker, Valrico, Florida, and Edgar C. Shanks, Bend, Oregon; five grandchildren, Jody Felice and Janna Grimm, both of Lithia, Florida, Christie Raker of Valrico, Florida, Julie Haan of Kingwood, Texas, and Jason Shanks of Atlanta, Georgia; five great-grandchildren, Nicholas and Grayson Felice, Jordan Grimm, Max and Samantha Hann; three sisters, Mildred Van Pelt of Lee's Summit, Anna Mae Coe of Chilhowee and Mrs. Cecil (Martha) Gray of Clinton She was also preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Morris, Everett and G. W. McQuitty, and two sisters, Ora Richardson and Evelyn Mouse. Funeral services will be Sunday, June 18, at Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home in Warrensburg. Burial will be in Sunset Hill Cemetery in Warrensburg.

CHILDERS, Omer
b: Nov 10 1904
d: Jan 13 1909, near Quarles, Henry Co, MO
bur: Bozarth Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Omer Childers, the four-year-old son of W. P. and Bessie Childers, died January 13, 1909, at the home of his parents near Quarles after a short illness of three days. The funeral was conducted at the Baptist Church at Quarles by Rev. Ramey. Interment in the Bozarth Cemetery. The bereaved family extend their appreciation of the sympathy extended by their many friends. He was born November 10, 1904.

CHILDERS, Raymond E.
b: Sep 19 1906, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 3 1985, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Raymond E. Childers, 78, Clinton, died Wednesday, 3 April 1985, at Westwood Nursing Home, Clinton. Survivors include a daughter, Norma Lee Duenas, Bossier, LA; a brother, Archie Childers, Clinton; a sister, Mrs. W. P. Hunter, Clinton. Funeral Services will be Friday, April 5, 1985, at Consalus Chapel, with burial in Englewood. Raymond Edward Childers, son of George Thomas and Mary Dunn Childers, was born September 19, 1906, in Henry County near Garland and passed away at the Westwood Home on April 3, 1985, at the age of 78 years. He attended Clinton High School graduating in 1924. His life's work was as a heavy equipment operator, working on highway construction throughout the state of Missouri. In later years he did construction work in partnership with his brother, Archie Childers. He was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers. His home was in Clinton, and for the last four years, he has been a resident at Westwood Home. Mr. Childers is survived by a daughter, and son-in-law, Norma Lee and Henry C. Duenas of Bossier, LA, and four grandchildren. Mary, Marsha, Margarita and Myron all of Bossier, LA; a sister, Mrs. Pearl Hunter, and a brother, Archie Lee Childers, both of Clinton and three nephews, Kenneth Hunter of Clinton, Glenn Wilbur Hunter of Independence, and Carroll of Kansas City. Mr. Childers was preceded in death by his parents, and a niece, Mary Ann Lindauer. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CHILDERS, William Huff
b: Dec 30 1842, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 19 1925, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
William Huff Childers died at his home on North Third St, Clinton, February 19, with a complication of diseases after a long illness. He was born in Henry County on the old Casey Ranch, December 30, 1842. He was twice married, the first time to Miss Martha Webster, who departed this life many years ago. He was married the second time to Miss Bettie Crissman, who survives him, also one son by the first marriage, W. P. Childers, at Quarles. He also leaves four grandchildren. Four of his children have already departed this life. He served in the Confederate Army in the Civil War and Henry County was his home with the exception of the time he was at war. He made a profession of faith in early life and united with the Good Hope Baptist Church, being baptized by Rev Weir. He was a member of the Quarles Church at the time of his death. We have known and loved Brother Childers for 35 years. He was our good friend, and to know him was to admire him. Our temporary loss is his eternal gain. The writer, J. M. Ramsey, conducted the funeral at the Presbyterian Church, Friday evening at 2:30 p.m. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CHILDERS, William Pleas
b: Jun 14 1882, Henry Co, MO
d: May 10 1960, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Funeral services for W. P. Childers, 77, well known farmer, six miles north of Clinton on Highway 13, who died May 10, 1960, at his home, were conducted May 12, at Consalus Funeral Home. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery. William Pleas Childers was born June 14, 1882, on what is now the Prater farm, three miles north of Clinton. He was the youngest of four children of William Huff and Martha Ann Webster Childers, all of whom, including two sisters and a brother, preceded him in death. When a small child he moved with his family to the Maurine community where he was reared and educated. On Dec 30, 1900, he married Bessie Deen and they settled north of Clinton which has since remained the homeplace. Three children blessed this union, namely, a daughter, Mrs. Vera Callen and two sons, Audie, also of Clinton and Omer Deen, who preced his father in death. The Childers successfully operated the Prairie View dairy farm, as their place was known, and endeared themselves in the hearts of many neighbors and friends. Warm hospitality reigned in the home which much of the time rang with music as Mr. Childers loved it so and could play several instruments. His favorites were the drums. Neighborhood gatherings were never complete unless Mr. and Mrs. Childers were among them. In 1903 Mr. Childers professed his faith in Christ and on Oct 3 united with the Quarles Baptist Church. He was an active, loyal member and in 1917 was ordained a deacon. Mr. Childers had been in declining health since suffering a heart attack on Jan 4, 1959. He leaves his wife, a devoted companion throughout their 60 years of wedded life; the son and daughter before mentioned; ten grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a nephew, Francis Burton of near Norris, and other relatives and a host of friends. A grandchild, Arbutus Callen, preceded him in death. Funeral services were held Thursday, May 12, at Consalus Funeral Home. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

CHILDRESS, Albina FERRO PENCE
b: May 25 1911, Adamson, Pittsburgh Co, OK
d: Dec 10 2005, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 12 2005 - Albina Childress, 94, Clinton, died Saturday,December 10, 2005, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Graveside services will be Wednesday, December 14, at Deepwater Cemetery. She was born in Adamson, Oklahoma, on May 25, 1911, daughter of Antonio and Nettie Sullivan Ferro. Preceding her in death were her parents; husband, Richard Pence and Clarence Childress; two brothers, Bert and Leno Ferro, and a sister, Virginia Downing. Survivors include one brother, Lawrence Ferro; three sisters, Lucille Schmidli, Hazel Welsh, Juanita Ferro plus several nieces and nephews.

CHILDRESS, Carol Anne YOUNG
b: Nov 1 1943, DeKalb Co, MO
d: Jul 25 2004, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 27 2004 - Carol Anne Childress, 60, Warsaw, died Sunday, July 25, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital. She was born November 1, 1943, in DeKalb County, the daughter of James Franklin and Alice Bernice (Wright) Young. She was married to Elmer "Bill" Childress who died March 6, 2004. Survivors include her mother and stepfather, Alice Young Schlup and Roy Schlup of Osborne; her stepmother Edith Musick of Kirksville; three sons, Levi Louis Childress of Warsaw, Eric William Childress Jr. and his wife Jennifer, Bolivar, and Jeff Pennington of Grandview; one daughter, Tammy Pennington of Garden City, Kansas; two stepdaughters, Barbara Witt and her husband Harold, Mascot, Tennessee, and Pam Johnson and her husband Ronald, Strawplains, Tennessee; two brothers, David Young, Kirksville and J. D. Young, Minnesota; two sisters, Martha Marie Boonyapricha of Florida and Nancy Peterson of Kirksville; 16 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Her father and husband preceded her in death. She was a nurse's aid for over 30 years, having worked for Golden Valley Hospital for 15 years. There will be no services.

CHILDRESS, Elmer "Bill"
b: Feb 10 1928, Knoxville, TN
d: Mar 6 2004, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
bur: Cremation
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 9 2004 - Elmer "Bill" Childress, 76, Warsaw, died Saturday, March 6, 2004, at his home. In honor of Mr. Childress' wishes, no service will be held. Cremation. He was born February 10, 1928, in Knoxville, Tennessee, son of Carlos Garrison and Dorothy J. Ramsey Childress. He married the former Carol Anne Young and was a farmer. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. Preceding him in death were his parents; one brother Levy Louis Childress, and one son Elmer William Childress Jr. Survivors include his wife Carol Anne, of the home; two sons, Eric William Childress and wife Jennifer, Bolivar; two daughters, Barbara Witt and husband Harold, Mascot, Tennessee, and Pam Johnson and husband Ronald, Strawplains, Tennessee; two stepsons, Mike Moore, Strawplains, Tennessee, and Jeff Pennington, Grandview; one stepdaughter Tammy Pennington, Garden City, Kansas; 16 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

CHILDS, Lawrence "Larry"
b: Oct 11 1909, Independence, Jackson Co, MO
d: Oct 2 2007, Wichita, Sedgwick Co, KS
bur: Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
arr: Park Lawn Funeral Home, Kansas City, Liberty & Lathrop
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 26 2007 - Lawrence "Larry" Childs of Wichita, Kansas, passed away, surrounded by his loving family, Tuesday, October 2, 2007, at the Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice in Wichita, Kansas. Larry was born October 11, 1909, in Independence, Mo., and lived in the Kansas City area until 1955. He then moved to Wichita, Kan., living there until moving to Dallas, Texas in 1965. After 43 years with the Regional Accounting Postal Service, he retired to Hot Springs Village, Ark., until moving back to Wichita in 1999. He served in the U.S. Navy During WW II and graduated from Southern Methodist University. Larry was a member of Hillside Christian Church in Wichita, the Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite Bodies and the Scimitar Shrine Temple in Little Rock, Ark. He was preceded in death by his first wife Catherine and his second wife Roberta. Survivors include two sons and their wives, Richard and Kay Childs of Independence, Mo., Karl and Carol Childs of Wichita, Kan.; grandchildren include: Carolyn (Bob) DeLong, Belinda Williams, Cindy (Mark) Naylor, Kathy (Steve) Beaven, Rick (Linda) Childs, Jennifer (Scott) Wise and Stephanie Childs Williams; two step grandchildren: Shirley Moriarty and Rob (Holly) Tanner; also 22 great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren. Memorial services were held Friday, October 5, at Hillside Christian Church in Wichita, Kansas. Graveside service was October 6 at Mount Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City.

CHILES, Clifford W.
b: Nov 5 1917
d: Jul 8 2001, Lowry City, 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, Jul 10 2001 - Clifford W. Chiles, 83, Osceola, died Sunday, July 8, 2001, at Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City. He was a state highway construction inspector. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 11, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Burial will be in Lowry City Cemetery.

CHILES, David E.
b: Jul 1 1955
d: Mar 25 2006, Kansas City, Wyandotte Co, KS
bur: Cremation
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 29 2006 - David E. Chiles, 50, Lowry City, died Saturday, March 25, 2006, at Kansas University Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas. Memorial services will be Saturday, April 1, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Cremation.

CHILES, Gaylen Gerald
b: May 9 1956, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 7 2007, Oklahoma City, OK
arr: Redinger Funeral Home, Seiling, OK
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 17 2007 - Gaylen Gerald Chiles, son of Richard William and Joan Elaine (Gerke) Chiles, was born May 9, 1956, at Clinton. He departed this life on Saturday evening, April 7, 2007, at Integris Baptist Medical Center in Oklahoma City. He was 50 years of age. Gaylen was raised in Lowry City where he received his formal education and graduated from Lowry City High School with the class of 1974. He was united in marriage to Gaylen Sue "Gayle" Bigler, October 8, 1976, at Clinton. They made their first home in Lowry City where he worked at West Central Missouri Rural Developement. In January 1981, they moved to Taloga, Oklahoma, where Gaylen worked in the oil fields. In July 1983, they moved to Seiling, Oklahoma, where they continued to make their home and raise their two children, Nicholas Gaylen and Brooke Elizabeth. Gaylen had always been mechanically inclined and enjoyed working on all types of automobiles. In January 1997, he was injured in an oil field accident and was unable3 to work. He went through rehabilitation and then attended High Plains Vo Tech School in Woodward. In July 2000, he began his wrecher business known as Chiles Repair and Wrecker. He was a member of the Oklahoma Wrecker Owners Association. Gaylen had his own race cars and he enjoyed racing his dirt track tock cars. He was an avid NASCAR fan and could always be found watching the races on Sunday afternoon. He was a member of the Taloga Assembly of God Church. He is survived by his wife Gayle Chiles, Seiling; one son Nick Chiles of Alva and one daughter Brooke Chiles, Norman, Oklahoma; two sisters, Twila Bell of Missouri and Bernita Chiles of Montrose; three brothers, Kevin Chiles and wife Lori, Seiling, Shawn Chiles of Arkansas and Clint Chiles and wife Michelle, Lowry City; his mother-in-law, Lucille Bigler, and his sister-in-law and her husband Deena and Bob Frakes, all of Clinton. He is also survived by many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister Carmelle; one brother Patrick; two nieces and h is father-in-law, Billy Bigler.

CHILES, Lela May
b: Mar 29 1950, Paradox, CO
d: May 4 2006, Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 22 2006 - Lela May Chiles, daughter of Earl O. and Virginia Lee (Shumate) Chiles, was born March 29, 1950, in Paradox, Colorado, and died at her home near Deepwater, May 4, 2006, at the age of 56 years. Lela was a certified medical technician. She is survived by two sons, Samuel Hampton Riley of Osceola and Karl James Riley of Humansville; three daughters, Michelle Chiles of St. Louis, Shannon Lee Knowles of Osceola and Virginia Jean O'Banion of Clinton; one brother, Danny Chiles, Deepwater; three sisters, Sue Ilene Lewis and Deloris Stoneking, both of Pensacola, Florida, and Jerry Jean Hummel of Montgomery City; 10 grandchildren and her companion, Billy Sanders of Clinton. Funeral services were held at Grace Methodist Church, Osceola, on Saturday, May 6. Internment was in Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

CHIPMAN, David
b: Jul 4 1854, Lafayette Co, MO
d: Apr 8 1911, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Avery Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Saturday, April 8, 1911, we were reminded of the uncertainty of life, that the old must and the young may be called at any time to try the realities of that country, the coast of which we are nearing day by day, to make us feel, at the close of day when the sun sinks beneath the horizon, we are one day nearer home than we've ever been before. One by one our friends are crossing over; the gush from the bleeding heart is hardly stayed, till another comes "to tear agap the healing wound afresh." Words, of mine, are inadequate to express my feelings, when going to call on my friend, David Chipman, expecting to enjoy a pleasant visit with an old pupil whom I had not seen since December, to enter his house, no crepe upon the door to warn me and find him a corpse. I visited awhile with the heartbroken widow, then returned to my home, a sadder if not a better man. David Chipman, the subject of this sketch, is a native Missourian, born in Lafayette county, July 4, 1854, lacking from April 8th to July 4th of being fifty-seven years old. The intimacy of a teacher with a kind, polite and studious pupil can only be appreciated by those who have sustained a like relation, suffice it to say that a close intimacy has subsisted between us unbroken, till death brought the change, the parting of ways. David was a good man, a kind friend, an excellent neighbor, an intelligent businessman, one who was loved by all who knew him. He was married to Miss Mary Avery Dec. 20, 1882. To this union were born three children, Avery, who died in boyhood, a nameless child died in infancy, and Gertrude, who survives him. The Chipman family moved to Henry county in 1867, the writer taught in that district in 1872, when this pleasant acquaintance began and this sacred fellowship awakened. A few friends assembled at the residence to pay their last sad token of respect on the morning of the 10th, at which the Rev. James A. Challenner read the scriptures and prayed, then Rev. L. H. Eakes of the M. E. South, church, preached a sermon of warm sympathy and consolation, after which the remains were taken to the Avery burying grounds for interment. We close by extending to the stricken wife and daughter our deepest and heartfelt sympathy and prayers in which we believe the entire community will join. - W. T. Shivel

CHIPMAN, Della May PARKS
b: Jun 12 1905, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
d: Nov 4 2004, Harrisonville, Cass Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 8 2004 - Della May Chipman, 99, Pleasant Hill, died Thursday, November 4, 2004 at Cass Medical Center in Harrisonville. She was born in Leeton June 12, 1905, the daughter of William Henry Parks and Eugenia Houts Parks. She married William Thomas Chipman December 31, 1927 in Clinton. He preceded her in death in May 1984. The early years of her life were spent in Leeton and after her marriage they made their home in Calhoun. After her husband's death, she moved to Pleasant Hill in 1986. She was a homemaker and member of First Christian Church of Pleasant Hill. She was also preceded in death by one son William Lee Chipman; one daughter Dorothy Gillespie; two brothers and five sisters. She is survived by four sons, Henry Joe Chipman, Santa Maria, California, Thomas Parks Chipman, Grandview, Robert Eugene Chipman, Kansas City, Kansas, and Gerald Ray Chipman, Jefferson City; one daughter Della Irene Davis, Mission, Texas; eight grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were at Wallace Funeral Home, Pleasant Hill, Sunday, November 7. Burial was in Calhoun Cemetery.

CHIPMAN, Gerald Ray
b: Apr 3 1944, Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 9 2008, Jefferson City, Cole Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Houser-Millard Funeral Directors, Jefferson City, MO
Gerald Ray Chipman, 63, of Jefferson City, died Sunday, March 9, 2008, at his home. He was born April 3, 1944, in Calhoun, Missouri, a son of William Thomas and Della Mae Parks Chipman. He was a graduate of Calhoun High School, and graduated Suma Cum Laude from Parks College in Kansas City in 1986. Gerald worked for Armco Steel and Wire Rope, both in Kansas City. He was married October 16, 1962, to Shirley Mueller, who survives. Other survivors include a daughter, Shelaine T. Hamby of Sedalia; a special friend, Christy L. Butler of Jefferson City; one sister, Irene Davis of Misson, Texas; two brothers, Henry Chipman of Santa Maria, California, and Parks Chipman of Grandview; and one grandchild, David Aaron Hamby. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Thomas Chipman and Della Chipman; two brothers, William Chipman and Robert Chipman; and one sister, Dorothy Gillespie. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, March 12, 2008, at the Houser-Millard Funeral Home. Private family interment will follow in Calhoun.

CHIPMAN, Mary Elizabeth AVERY
b: Oct 5 1858, near Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 8 n/a, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Avery Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. David Chipman died at her home in Windsor, Feb. 8th, after several months' illness. She was born near Calhoun Oct. 5 1858. On Dec. 20 1882, she married David Chipman. She made Clinton her home for a number of years. Her maiden name was Mary Avery, being the eldest daughter of R. L. Avery and wife. Her husband died several years ago. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Gertrude, and one sister Miss Estelle, and two brothers, Jim and Edgar Avery, all of Colorado Springs, Colo.; and another brother, H. F., of Louisiana. She had been a member of the Methodist church for many years. The funeral was held at the Windsor Methodist church Feb. 9th by the pastor, Rev. Raney. Burial in the Avery burial ground, west of Windsor.

CHIPMAN, Ruth V.
b: Dec 1 1918, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 16 2008, Colorado Springs, CO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery CA-CO, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Ruth V. Chipman, 89, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, formerly of Windsor, Missouri, died Saturday, February 16, 2008, at the Pikes Peak Care Center in Colorado Springs. She was born December 1, 1918, in Windsor, Mo., the daughter of Russell A. Chipman and Virginia L. (Avery) Chipman. She grew up in Windsor and moved to Colorado Springs 50 years ago. She had retired from an electrical company, as a bookkeeper, after working there for many years. She was a member of the Windsor First Christian Church. Survivors include a sister, Helen Peterman; 3 nieces and 2 nephews. Graveside services will be Saturday, February 23, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CHIPMAN, William Lee
b: Oct 21 1932, near Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
d: 1936, Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Tragic Death At Calhoun - Three-Year-Old son of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Chipman Accidentally Shoots Himself - The young life of William Lee Chipman, three-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Chipman of Calhoun, was cut tragically short Tuesday evening when he accidentally shot himself with a revolver. The lad was in the part of the house occupied by I. L. Barrows, Calhoun marshal, who lives in the same house as the Chipman family, and there picked up the loaded gun and accidentally fired it while playing with the weapon. The bullet entered the middle forehead and came out at the top of the head. The boy was rushed to the Windsor hospital, but despite medical skill and the administrations of loved ones, his life came to a close at midnight. William Lee was born near Calhoun four years ago this coming October 21, a bright, sunny lad who was loved by his family and all their friends. Two brothers and two sisters survive to comfort the parents. They are: Henry Joe, age 6; Park, 5; Irene, 7; and Dorothy May, 1. The paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Chipman, and the maternal grandmother, Mrs. W. H. Park, all northwest of Calhoun, also survive. The father is the tank driver in Calhoun vicinity for the Standard Oil Company. Rev. Carpenter conducted funeral services Wednesday at 3 p. m. at the Calhoun Christian church, and burial was in Calhoun cemetery.

CHOATE, Donna Lee FARHNER
b: Nov 27 1942, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 7 2009, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Donna Lee Choate, age 66 of Clinton, Missouri passed away Saturday, March 7, 2009 at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City. Memorial services will be Saturday, March 14, 2009 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Deepwater. Donna was born in Clinton, the daughter of Orie and Lena VanWinkle Farhner. She was a C.N.A. working in a number of nursing homes. She was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband Stan of the home; six daughters, Dianna Peppard of Beatrice, Nebraska, Barbara Boone of Urich, Stephanie Julian of Clinton, Cindee Williams of Auburn, Washington, Cherri Tom of Rancho, California, Christa Snyder of Kuna, Idaho as well as nine grandchildren and one great grandson.

CHRISMAN, Alva B.
b: Jul 8 1908, Missouri
d: Oct 2 1993, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pleasant Hill, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Alva B. Chrisman, 85, midtown Kansas City, died Saturday, October 2, 1993, at St. Luke's Hospital. Services will be Tuesday, October 5, at the Stanley and Son Chapel, Pleasant Hill in Cass County; burial in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Mr. Chrisman was born in Missouri, and lived in Pleasant Hill before he moved to Kansas City 14 years ago. He was a custodian for the Pleasant Hill School District, retiring in 1973. He was a member of the First Christian Church of Pleasant Hill. He was an Army Air Forces veteran of World War II. Survivors include his brother, Burt Chrisman, Clinton.

CHRISMAN, Bert Ambrose
b: Feb 8 1920, Harrisonville, Cass Co, MO
d: Feb 2 2004, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 17 2004 - Bert Ambrose Chrisman died February 2, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital following a courageous 12-year battle with cancer. He was just six days shy of his 84th birthday. Born on a farm near Harrisonville to Josie and Ambrose Birtrus Chrisman February 8, 1920, Bert was the seventh of eight children. His years on the farm brought him great joy in spite of three to four hours of chores before riding his horse to school several miles away. Brothers Dale, Alva, Clyde and Jimmy, and sisters, Connie, Opal and Mildred, rounded out this happy and hard-working farm family. On the farm, Bert breathed the grit of the Dust Bowl and lived leanly through the Depression years. Moving from the farm to Clinton at about age 15, he attended the old Clinton High School and was a 1937 graduate. Following graduation, Bert attended the Rolla School of Mines before joining the service where he served in the Philippines as a sergeant in the proud and brave 1st Calvary. As a pioneering and demolition specialist who was exposed to hostile fire, he was offered a battlefield commission to 2nd Lieutenant, but elected to return home to his family. It was in these early years - December 25, 1940, to be exact - that he married his childhood sweetheart, Frances Louise Adkins. Readers should note that Frances caught Bert's eye following drives past her on his way to school in the car he borrowed from his brother, Clyde, for just these purposes. His planning paid off, as he caught Frances' eyes as well. They were married some four years later and remained together 63 years. Until even recently, Bert could be seen in his shop crafting the finest furnishings available anywhere. More than a builder, he was a true artist and charged a mere fraction of the actual time spent in his labors. Take a, walk through the Henry County Museum sometime and you will begin to appreciate the creativity and care he brought to every project he took on. For example, have you heard of the "Miracle Staircase" in New Mexico - the one that supposedly defines the laws of gravity just by standing? Bert visited it a few years ago and proclaimed, "No big deal..! could've built it." Indeed, Bert worked, miracles throughout his career as one of the most trusted well-known and admired builders in our area, with many of the finest homes of Clinton to his credit. Bert had been in the battle for his life during the course of the past 12 years. But throughout chemotherapy and radiation treatments, he never missed a single day of work. Told not to expose his skin to the sun while taking chemo, he did it his way by working through the pain. He spaded and hoed his vegetable garden in 100+ degree weather, wearing layers of garments to shield the sun so he could continue. Perhaps it is this attitude that resulted in him becoming one of the nation's longest living survivors of his particular form of cancer. Certainly, it is a testament to the undying will and extreme mental toughness he acquired form his mother, Josie. (Readers should note that it was Josie Chrisman, who at age 83 and blind, spent her last years caring for the caretaker who had been hired to care for her.) Bert Ambrose Chrisman is survived by wife, Frances, Clinton; son, Col. Dr. Stephen Bert Chrisman and his wife, Jennifer (San Antonio, Texas); daughter, Janice Kelly Ozgunay and her husband, Ike, Clinton, and son, David Adkins Chrisman and his wife, Barbara (Pacific, Missouri). In addition, Bert was the patriarch of 18 grandchildren/great-grandchildren. Bert's brothers, Jim Chrisman (Houston) and Clyde (Springfield) are still living. Graveside services were held at the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, on Thursday, February 5.

CHRISMAN, Betty Mae EVANS
b: Apr 24 1912, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 7 2006, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Speaks Funeral Homes, Buckner & Independence, MO
Kansas City Star, Kansas City, MO, Feb 9 2006 - Betty Mae (Evans) Chrisman, 93, of Kansas City, MO passed away, Tuesday February 7, 2006 at Truman Medical Center Lakewood. Graveside services will be Saturday, February 11, 2006 at the Maplewood Cemetery in Brownington, MO. Betty was born April 24, 1912 in Brownington, MO to William Thomas and Isabelle (Higman) Evans. She was a homemaker. She was married to Dale Olen Chrisman on April 15, 1939, he died in 1994. Survivors include; a son, Gary Chrisman and his wife Shari of Kansas City, MO; a granddaughter, Christy Chrisman of Lee's Summit, MO; a grandson, Vincent Hamilton of Pittsburg, PA and 4 great grandchildren, Vinnie Hamilton, Lauren Hamilton, Isabella Chrisman and Vivien Hamilton.

CHRISMAN, Dale Olen
b: Sep 27 1915, East Lynne, Cass Co, MO
d: Mar 8 1994, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Dale Olen Chrisman was born September 27, 1915, in East Linn, Missouri, the son of Ambrose and Josaphine (Packheiser) Chrisman. He died Tuesday, March 8, 1994, at the Baptist Medical Center in Kansas city at the age of 78. He was married to Betty Evans. He had lived in Kansas City since 1957. He was a master plumber and was self-employed. He is survived by his wife Betty of the home; one son Gary D. Chrisman, Kansas City; three brothers, Clyde Chrisman, Springfield, Bert Chrisman, Clinton, and Jim Chrisman, Houston, Texas; two grandchildren, Christle M. and Vincent M. of Parkville, and one great-grandchild, Vincent Hamilton. Funeral services were Friday, March 11, at the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

CHRISTEN, Christena KLASS GROSS
b: Aug 9 1855, Berne, Switzerland
d: Jan 21 1939, Davis Twp, Henry Co, MO
bur: Ladue Cemetery, Davis Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Christina Gross Christen died at her home in Ladue, January 21, 1939. Christina Klass was born in Bern, Switzerland, August 9, 1855, and came to this country with her parents when she was 11, settling in Illinois and later coming to Missouri. November 10, 1877, she was married to John Gross who died July 1, 1893. To this union seven children were born. In January 1898, she married Jacob Christen and they were given one son. She was a member of the German Reformed Church, having joined when quite young, and has lived a quiet conscientious life among her friends. She moved to Ladue about 28 years ago. She leaves sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Bradley of Long each, Calif., and Mrs. Mary Stehwein of Lowry City; brothers, John Klass of California, Mo., and Flora Klass of Arvin, Calif. Also her children: Johnny Gross of Lovelock, Nev.; Mrs. George Marolf of Orange, Calif.; Mrs. Mary Marolf of Russell, Iowa; Mrs. John Lobaugh, Montrose, MO.; Mrs. Claud Crouch, Kimberly, Oregon; Mrs. J. N. Maddox of Nevada; Mrs. Ralph Stream and Carl Christen of near Ladue. She also leaves 19 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. There are two other people living who came over from Switzerland on the same boat that she and her parents came on. They are August Hoppe of Nevada, Mo., and Mr. Wally of Montrose. Mr. Wally visited Mrs. Christen several times during her illness and it was a great pleasure to reminiscence olden times. Funeral services were conducted Monday at the Christian Church. Interment at Ladue Cemetery.

CHRISTENSEN, Kenneth
b: Aug 1 1923
d: Dec 27 2002, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 27 2002 - Kenneth Christensen, 79, Underwood, Iowa, died Friday, December 27, 2002, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Among survivors are his wife, Arlene of the home and his daughter, Amber Miller of Clinton.

CHRISTESON, Michelle Clair
b: abt 1958
d: Nov 17 2003, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Cremation
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 19 2003 - Michelle Christeson, 45, Clinton, died Monday, November 17, 2003, at her home. A celebration of life will be held Friday, November 21, at the family home 706 North Second Street, Clinton. Cremation. She was born in Denver, Colorado. She worked at Schreiber DDN Plant where she was a partner. She considered the Schreiber Partners to be part of her family and the family is deeply grateful for all their help and support. She is survived by her husband George Allen Christeson of the home; one daughter Sharlie Shanee Andrews of Warsaw: two stepdaughters, Victoria Christeson, Columbus, Kansas, and Destiny Johnson, Joplin; three grandchildren, Dakota Lee, Michael Anthony and Jessie Wayne Dalton; and three step-grandchildren, Devon, Casey and Lucas; two brothers, Tom Scholl, Raytown, and Richard Scholl, Kansas City; four sisters, Jean Ann Huffman, Denver, Colorado, Jackie Scholl, Klamath Falls, Oregon, Theresa Moore, El Paso, Texas, and Laurie Kaslin, Stockton, California, as well as seven nieces and nephews and four great-nieces and nephews.

CHRISTIAN, Gwendolen "Gwen" HURST
b: May 16 1906, Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 14 2003, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Garden City Cemetery, Garden City, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 17 2003 - Gwendolen (Gwen) Christian, 96, Windsor, died Friday morning, February 14, 2003, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. She was born May 16, 1906, in Calhoun, the daughter of James Monroe Hurst and Martha Morgan (McMillian) Hurst. On March 17, 1960, in Warsaw, she married George Pearl Christian, who died February 10, 1990. She worked in Army Camps in Missouri, Kansas and California during World War II, returning to Kansas City to work 12 years for the Continental Baking Company and from 1968-80 she was a relief clerk for the former Missouri Public Service Company, Windsor. She was baptized into the Christian Church, Urich. She is survived by one brother, Edward F. Hurst, Coral Springs, Florida; three nieces, one nephew, five great-nieces, two great-nephews, five great-great-nieces, one great-great-nephew and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, James (Jack) Hurst; a sister, Velma Shufelt, and one nephew. Graveside services were Monday, February 17, at the Garden City Cemetery.

CHRISTIAN, Jessie Maye GREEN
b: Jun 29 1915, near Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 22 2008, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery CA-CO, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Jessie Maye Christian, 93, of Windsor, Missouri, died Wednesday evening, October 22, 2008, at Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Windsor. She was born June 29, 1915, near Calhoun, Mo., the daughter of Joel Carlton Green and Gertie May (McDowell) Green. On October 5, 1940, in Sedalia, Mo., she married Buckner William "Buck" Christian, who preceded her in death on October 15, 1989. Mrs. Christian was a homemaker and was a wonderful cook, a talented seamstress and a loving caregiver to many family members. She was a strong and faithful Christian and a member of the First Baptist Church, Windsor. Survivors include numerous nieces, nephews, friends and caregivers including a niece, Beverly Sullivan, Green Ridge, Mo. She was preceded in death by a sister, Alta Fay Clevenger; and 3 brothers, Alfred Green, Ralph Green and Ira (Ted) Green. Funeral services will be Saturday, October 25, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery.

CHRISTIAN, Leslie G. Dr.
b: Feb 11 1908
d: Dec 7 1993, Independence, Jackson Co, MO
Dr. Leslie G. Christian, 85 (born 2-11-1908) of Independence, a Baptist minister and former chaplain at Veterans Hospital, died December 7, 1993, at the home. Services will be Thursday at the Birchwood Baptist Church; burial in Floral Hills Cemetery. Dr. Christian was pastor of the Birchwood Baptist Church for 13 years and retired in 1973. Earlier he was pastor of the Leeds Baptist Church for 18 years and was pastor of churches in Versailles and Osceola in Missouri. He was a chaplain at Veterans Hospital for 25 years, retiring in 1992. He received a bachelor's degree in theology from William Jewell College and master's and doctoral degrees in theology from Central Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Ks. He was a member of the church. He was born near Windsor, MO and lived in Versailles and Osceola before moving to this area in 1941. Survivors include his wife, Leta Christian of the home, a daughter, Bonnie Carroll, Independence, a brother, Bert Christian, Bonner Springs, three grandsons; and five great-grandchildren.

CHRISTMAN, Velma L. HOWELL
b: Jun 15 1921, Rogers, AR
d: Apr 24 2007, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: D. W. Newcomers Floral Hills Cemetery, Raytown, Jackson Co, MO
arr: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Funeral Homes
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 25 2007 - Velma L. Christman, 85, Warrensburg (formerly of Raytown), died Tuesday, April 24, 2007, at the Country Club Care Center in Warrensburg. Funeral services will be held Friday, April 27, at D. W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Chapel. Burial will be in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Velma was born June 15, 1921, in Rogers, Arkansas. She was the daughter of Elbert and Lucille Howell and was raised in Fairmount. Velma retired from the Missouri Water Company after 35 years of service as a draftsperson. She was a member of the Mt. Washington Baptist Church and was a known crafter and quilter. Survivors include her husband of 45 years, Richard L. Christman of Urich; daughters, Linda Lyle of Urich, Linda S. Christman of Raytown; two brothers; Charles and Elbert Howell, both of Independence; three grandsons and two great-grandchildren. Velma was preceded in death by two sisters, Neta McGuire and Letha Leavitt, and brother Edgar Howell.

CHRISTOPHER, Fred Warren
b: Jul 8 1913, Olden, Howell Co, MO
d: Sep 10 1991, Independence, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Mt. Zion Cemetery, West Plains, Howell Co, MO
arr: Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Fred Warren Christopher, the son of Edward and Nancy Matilda Marriott Christopher, was born July 8, 1913 in Olden, Mo. He departed this life at the Independence Regional Health Center in Independence at the age of 78 years. Fred was born and raised in Howell County and lived there until 1941 when he moved to Independence. He was employed by Missouri Portland Cement, North American Aviation and Armco Steel where he worked for 24 years before retiring in 1971. After his retirement he and his wife moved to Rockville where he spent the remainder of his life. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rockville. Fred was united in marriage to Georganna Turner on April 12, 1937 in Salem, Ar. To this union 4 children were born. He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers and 5 sisters. He is survived by his wife, Georganna of the home; three sons, George (Ted) Christopher of Ogden, Ut., Russell H. Christopher of Holden, Dale A. Christopher of Independence; one daughter, Barbara J. Ploeger of Independence; one brother, Charley Christopher of Blue Springs; 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Fred loved to hunt and fish. He shared great love with his family and was always a good provider and father to his family. Services were held on Sunday, September 15, at the Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial was in Mount Zion Cemetery, West Plains, Mo. under direction of Eckhoff-Hill Funeral Home, Appleton City.

CHURCH, Alta Fern BOWEN PETERS
b: May 9 1904, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 17 2005, Bartlesville, Washington Co, OK
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery CA-CO, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 21 2005 - Fern Church, 100, Bartlesville, Oklahoma and formerly of Windsor, died Thursday evening, March 17, 2005, at the Jane Phillips Hospital in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. She was born May 9, 1904, in Windsor, the daughter of John Thomas Bowen and Nellie Elma (Douglas) Bowen. On June 3, 1950, in Kansas City, she married Lewis E. Church, who died July 21, 1987. She was a homemaker and many years ago she worked as a seamstress for Wolff Brother Department Store in Kansas City. She was a member of the Windsor first Christian Church since the age of 13. Survivors include a granddaughter, Donna Clark; a daughter-in-law, Sue Peters; twin great-granddaughters, Sharon Calvert and Susan Augustine; and two great-great-grandchildren, Julia Calvert and Jack Augustine, all of Nashville, Tennessee; sister-in-law Jessie Bowen, formerly of Windsor; three nieces, Dottie Hancock, Margie Corson and Julia Agent; five great-nieces, Mitzi Cooney, Cindy Fletcher, Charlotte Wallace, Melanie Wilkins and Melissa Dout; eight great-great-nephews, Ryan Cooney, Josh and Jack Fletcher, Drew and Zack Wallace, Trent, Tyler and Tate Wilkins; two great-great-nieces, Alexis Dout and Ali Dout. She was preceded in death by two husband, Mark Peters and Lewis Church; a daughter Dottie Peters; a son Bennie Peters, and by six brothers and one sister. Graveside services will be Tuesday, March 22, at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

CHURCH, Arzah Byron
b: Nov 9 1876, Michigan
d: Feb 1 1961, Rich Hill, Bates Co, MO
bur: Greenlawn Cemetery, Rich Hill, Bates Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Feb 14 1961 - Funeral services for A. B. Church, 84, Rich Hill, former Brownington resident who died Feb. 1 after a long illness, were conducted Feb 3 at Rich Hill First Christian Church. Arzah Byron Church, son of Eli and Hattie Sweet Church, was born November 9, 1876. On July 12, 1915, he married Hattie McGinnis and they resided in Brownington until 1958. Since that time they made their home at Rich Hill. He is remembered as a kind husband, neighbor and friend. Ill for some time he bore his suffering with great fortitude. He leaves his wife of the home, a sister, Mrs. Grace Fisher, Kansas City; three nephews, Rex and Emmett Fisher, Kansas City, and Miles Eli Dunning, Deepwater; two nieces, Mrs. Demerus Matthews, Kansas City, and Mrs. Vinita Harvey, Eldon, Mo.; also a number of cousins and friends.

CHURCH, Charles Edward
b: Dec 25 1910, E of Brownington, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 25 1995, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Charles Edward Church died Saturday, March 25, 1995, at Truman Lake Manor in Lowry City. He was born on a small farm east of Brownington, one of six children. He grew up in Brownington and attended school there and in Deepwater where he graduated from high school in 1929. He began his teaching career at Diamond Point at the age of 18. He received a bachelor's degree in Education from Warrensburg in 1938 and a Master's in 1949 from the University of Maryland. Charles taught and coached basketball in various schools in Henry and St. Clair counties before being inducted in the Army in 1942 during World War II. He served for a total of four years. During this time he was stationed with a general hospital in Brisbane, Australia. As part of his duties with this unit he served as editor of the hospital newspaper. After separation from the Army, Charles returned to teaching. He was a superintendent of schools for 28 years. These years were spent in Roscoe, Mayview, Wellington, Deepwater and Lowry City. He was instrumental in the reorganization of the Deepwater-Lowry City districts into the Lakeland R-III District. Charles' favorite pastime was fishing the Osage river and later Truman Lake where he lived after retiring. He lived the last 20 years of his life in Minnescah Park on Truman lake near Mt. Zion. He is survived by his wife Ellen of the home; one son, Galen of Lexington and two daughters, Margaret Fluesmeier of Peculiar and Diane Church of Holts Summit; four grandchildren, Allison, Tina, Amy and Meg and two great-grandchildren, Heather and Charles Christian; one brother, Roehl Church of Deepwater. The funeral service was held March 27 at the Sickman & Dunning Chapel. Burial in the Maplewood Cemetery in Brownington.

CHURCH, DeForest Earl
b: Feb 22 1883, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 26 1946, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Jul 11 1946 - Deforest Earl Church, son of William Herbert and Arletta Church, was born February 22, 1883, at Brownington, Mo., and departed this life June 26, 1946 at the General Hospital in Clinton. Although he had been in Failing health for some time, his passing was a shock to his friends, of whom he had many. Well known and well liked, his sunny disposition radiated cheer all about him. Most of his life was spent in Henry and St. Clair counties. He was reared in a Christian home, but at the age of five his mother passed on and he was cared for by his grandparents; later by his stepmother Mrs. Herbert Church. He had a natural bent for mechanics, having skillfully operated all kinds of machinery in his lifetime. He was united in marriage September 17, 1918 to Mrs. Grace Denny of Brownington, who preceded him in death several years ago. Later he was united in marriage to Mrs. Myrtle Simpson of Lowry City. To this union was born one child, a daughter Luella Earl, of Lowry City, Mo. The past year he ha made his home with Mrs. Jennie Thompson of Brownington, who, with friends, tenderly cared for him in his sickness. The funeral was held June 28, 1946, at the Presbyterian Church at Brownington. He leaves to mourn, the daughter Luella Earl, of Lowry City; a sister Mrs. Bessie Hearn of Deepwater; one brother O. L. Church of Chilhowee, Mo.; stepmother Mrs. Herbert Church; stepsisters, Mrs. Tillman Park, Fairfax, Mo., and Mrs. Vernon Park of Lowry City. One brother and two half-brothers preceded him in death. Burial was in Brownington Cemetery.

CHURCH, Doyle Robert
b: Feb 7 1910, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 23 1981, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Coffeyville, Montgomery Co, KS
Kansas City MO, Dec 1981 - Doyle R. Church, 71, died Wednesday at a nursing home at 8039 Holmes Road, where he lived. He was born in Brownington, Mo., and lived in Coffeyville, Kansas before he moved to this area 23 years ago. Mr. Church was a caller and clerk for the Missouri Pacific Railroad for 44 years before he retired in 1972. He was a member of the Downtown Baptist Church. He leaves a brother, Don Church, Prairie Village, and three sisters, Mrs. Dorthy Adams, Mrs. Irene Crosson and Mrs. Elloease Elder of Coffeyville. Services will be Saturday at the Ford-Wolf-Burns Chapel, Coffeyville with burial in Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery there.

CHURCH, Eli
b: Dec 3 1856, Napoleon, Jackson Co, MI
d: Apr 28 1932, Humansville, Polk Co, MO
bur: Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, May 5 1932 - Eli Church at rest. Born in Napoleon, Michigan, December 3, 1856. Died at Dimmett Memorial Hospital in Humansville April 28, 1932, age 76 years, four months, 28 days. He came with his parents to Henry County, when 18 years of age. Charles and Mary Church were early pioneers. Their son Eli, soon married Hattie R. Sweet, born October 28, 1858, died March 1, 1895. Thirty-four years ago he married Emma Hinkle, who survives him, together with his son Arzah Church, Brownington; daughters, Mrs. Grace Fisher, Kansas City; Mrs. Avis Dunning, Deepwater; Mrs. Venita Castle, Eldon. A son Rolla Church, born August 8, 1886, died September 9, 1907. He is survived by two brothers, Herbert Church, Brownington, and Fay Church, Coffeyville, Kansas. He was a charter member of the Brownington Odd Fellows, who had charge of his burial. In 1901 Mr. Church accepted Christ as his Savior and became a member of the Presbyterian Church to which he was faithful through the years. His home was the seat of friendship and happiness. He was a builder and creative workman. The evidence of his industry and skill are displayed in and all about the neighborhood of Brownington. He desired to wear out, rather than to rust out. He was active to the height of his years.

CHURCH, Emma HINKLE
b: Feb 26 1862, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Jul 28 1955, Eldon, Miller Co, MO
bur: Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Aug 18 1955 - Last rites for Mrs. Eli Church were conducted July 30 at the Phillips Funeral Home in Eldon. A graveside service was held the same day at Brownington Cemetery. Emma Hinkle, daughter of Jonathan and Catherine Brown Hinkle, was born in St. Clair County, February 26, 1862. She died July 28, 1955, at the home of a daughter Mrs. W. W. Harvey of Eldon, where she had made her home for the past 12 years. Although advanced in age (93 her last birthday), she possessed a youthful spirit that defied the passing of years. She delighted in the association of friends both young and old. She was pronounced "the life of the party" at a social given her last year on her birthday. During her residence in Brownington she was a valued member of the Presbyterian Church. She transferred her membership to the Methodist Church after moving to Eldon and was active and regular in attendance as long as health permitted. She was also a member of the Rebekah Lodge, filling the office of Noble Grand at one time. Mr. Church died at Brownington in 1934. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. C. M. Fisher and Mrs. Miles Dunning, Deepwater, Mrs. W. W. Harvey, Eldon; one son, A., B. Church, Brownington; a brother, Edward Hinkle and two sisters, Mrs. Ella Irvin and Mrs. Ada Jackson, all of Lowry City; also 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

CHURCH, Erma Ellen "Norzette" VANWINKLE
b: Dec 2 1919, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 13 2004, Beaumont, CA
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 28 2004 - Erma Ellen "Norzette" Van Winkle Church, 84, Beaumont, California, died at her home surrounded by family Tuesday, April 13, 2004. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Robert Church, and was laid to rest beside him. Zette, as her friends called her, was a longtime Beaumont resident of 41 years and was born December 2, 1919, in Clinton. She is survived by five children, a son, Robert Church Jr. and wife Teddy, Corvallis, Oregon; daughters, Carolyn Blackmon, Chiloquin, Oregon, Trudy Turner, Eugene, Oregon, Jennifer Church, Eugene, Oregon, Coda Nutter and husband Lanny, Beaumont; 14 grandchildren, 12, great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Laverne (Van Winkle) Miller, Clinton; also many nieces and nephews.

CHURCH, Florence Peona MITCHELL
b: Aug 28 abt 1878, Henry Co, MO
d: May 20 1897, 2 mi S of Brownington, Henry Co, MO
bur: Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Mo, May 22 1897 - Mrs. Florence Church died at her home two miles south of Brownington Thursday after a short illness. She was a Baptist and a devoted Christian and burial was in the Brownington cemetery. She was only 19 and leaves a husband and two children, one a babe four weeks old.

CHURCH, Gary R.
b: Dec 1 1938, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 7 1991, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Gary R. Church, 52, Rt. 4, Warsaw, Missouri, died Friday evening, June 7, 1991, at the Golden valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. He was born at Brownington, December 1, 1938, a son of Roehl and Ione Malone Church. On December 31, 1960, he was united in marriage to Shirley Bledsoe and she survives of the home. He had worked for United Telephone Company since November of 1959 and had lived in Benton County for 28 years. He was a member of Cole Camp Masonic Lodge and Lakeside Baptist Church. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marines. Other survivors include two daughters, Karen Sue Stevens, Rt. 4, Warsaw, and Teresa Bottcher of Blue Springs; one son Tommy Church of Lincoln; his father and stepmother, Roehl and Mildred Church of Deepwater; one brother, John Church of Deepwater; one sister, Joyce Hills of Deepwater; nine grandchildren and one stepbrother Gene Lozaw of Salem. Funeral services were held Monday, June 10, at the First Baptist Church in Lincoln. Burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington, under the direction of Fred Davis and Sons Funeral Home, Lincoln.

CHURCH, Hattie Leeona FITZPATRICK McGINNIS
b: Mar 31 1884, Schell City, Vernon Co, MO
d: Jun 14 1963, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Greenlawn Cemetery, Rich Hill, Bates Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Jun 18 1963 - Funeral services for Mrs. Hattie Church, who died Sunday, June 14, 1963 at the Jolley Nursing Home in Clinton, were held at the Culver-Underwood Chapel in Butler, June 16. Burial was in the family plot in Rich Hill Cemetery beside her husband and daughter. Hattie Leona Fitzpatrick, daughter of G. W. and Sara Dallis Fitzpatrick, was born March 31, 1884, at Schell City, Vernon County, Mo. On December 24, 1899, she was married to Perry McGinnis. One daughter, Edna, was born to them and she preceded her mother in death on November 4, 1929. On July 12, 1915, she was married to Arzah B. Church. They resided in Brownington for about 40 years, moving to Rich Hill in 1955. Mr. Church died February 1, 1961. Mrs. Church had been in failing health the past three years. She was hospitalized at the Ellett Memorial Hospital, Appleton City from February 10 to March 10, when she was transferred to the Jolley Nursing Home. a close friend and former Brownington neighbor, Mrs. Bertha Stanley, looked after her needs and visited regularly. A close relationship existed between the two. Mrs. Church enjoyed piecing quilts as long as her health permitted. She was a member of the Christian Church in Rich Hill. One sister, Mrs. Lillie Campbell, Rich Hill, survives. Preceding her in death other than her husband and daughter aforementioned, were four brothers and three sisters.

CHURCH, Hazel Marie BROGDEN
b: Oct 31 1933, Wayne Co, NC
d: Jun 20 2004, Joplin, Jasper Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 23 2004 - Hazel Marie Church, 70, Joplin, died Sunday, June 20, 2004, at her home. She was born October 31, 1933, in Wayne County, North Carolina, to George and Odell Brogden. She married Duane Church September 6, 1961, in California. She was preceded in death by her husband Duane, one daughter Theresa in 1993; her parents and one brother Henry. She is survived by her son Dan Church and his wife Mary, Aurora, Colorado; her daughters, Kay Dimetroff, Duenweg, Linda Born and her husband Joe, Joplin; 10 grandchildren, Brian Mavis, Chris and Nathan Born, Justin, Kyle and Jenna Dimetroff, Joplin, Joseph Born and his wife Brittanica, Lamar, Liz Stewart and husband Tim, Dana and Chrissy Church and their mother Barbara Church, Colorado; six great-grandchildren, Cora, Akylah, Danny, Chante, Austin and Haily; three sisters, Beatrice Williams, Dorothy (Dot) Padgett and her husband Cecil and Christine Sutton, all of North Carolina; several nieces and nephews and many friends. She attended Calvary Chapel. She worked for Elders and Miller Manufacturing until her retirement in 1986. She was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, June 23, at Mason-Woodard Chapel, 3701 East 7th Street, Joplin.

CHURCH, Herbert William
b: Jul 28 1851, Shelby Center, NY
d: Jun 16 1937, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jun 1937 - The Angle of Death entered the home of Herbert Wm. Church and gently bore him to his eternal rest, at 10:30 p.m., June 16 1937. Herbert was the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Church and was born at Shelby Center, N.Y., July 28, 1851. Part of his boyhood days were spent in New York but at an early age he moved with his parents to Homer, Mich. He was united in marriage to Miss Arletta Warner in 1874. His parents moved to Missouri in 1877 and Herbert and family moved also, having purchased a section of land southeast of Brownington, residing near Diamond Point. Five years later some friends were going to Dakota to take up a claim, driving through in a covered wagon, so he decided to take his family and go, too, but the country was so wild and barren, he thought Missouri looked best, so he sold his claim to his uncle and returned to Missouri. Darby-Good was operating a flour mill in Brownington and he went to work for them as engineer, and was working there at the time of his devoted wife's death, September 8, 1888. He was also a carpenter and later he owned and operated a mill. He and his wife were blessed with five children, three of whom survive, Mrs. Henry Hearn, Deepwater; Olin, Clinton; Fora, Lowry City. He was married to Miss Lula Cottrill at Brownington May 8, 1891. He and wife moved to Clinton in 1892 and built the Foote Bros. Brick Yard twice as it was destroyed by fire once. In 1905 he returned to Brownington and purchased a farm out of town, near his parents' home and resided there until September 1936, when he moved to town and it was there he died. To this union four children were born, three of whom survive, Mrs. Tillman Park, Fairfax, Mo.; Wade, Clinton; Mrs. Vernon Park, Lowry City. Besides his faithful loving wife and children, he is survived by one brother, Fay, Coffeyville, Kans., 22 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. While a young man he became a Christian, was a member of the Presbyterian church at Brownington where he was an active, faithful worker until his health failed him, and the minister, Bro. Walkup, was always a welcome guest in the home. Mr. Church had many friends and was liked and loved by all who came in contact with him as his was a kind, loving and considerate disposition. He loved and had consideration for his family. He gave a comfort and happiness that brightened their pathway, which will always keep his memory warm in the hearts of his loved ones. During the weeks of his illness, his suffering was great, but he bore it with patience and fortitude, never murmuring. He called his loving wife, children, and grandchildren as they tenderly cared for him, and told them what he wanted done and said good-bye. He was ready to go, for he feared not to meet his Maker. The pallbearers were grandsons, Herbert Barter, Leroy, William, Delman, Julian and Roehl Church. The flower bearers were great-granddaughters, Thelma Fern Barter, Wanda and Luella Church, Lois Janea, and Genevia Park. Funeral services were conducted at the home Friday. The body was lovingly laid to rest in the Brownington cemetery.

CHURCH, Ione MALONE
b: Mar 23 1909, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 3 1954, W of Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery CA-CO, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Nov 11 1954 - Funeral services for Mrs. Roehl Church, 45, who died November 3, at her home 1/2 mile west of Deepwater, were held November 6, at the Sickman-Dunning Funeral Home. Internment was in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor, MO. Ione Malone was born at Windsor, Mo., March 23, 1909, the eldest of seven children of Roy and Ethel Stickrod Malone, her father and two sisters preceding her in death. As a young girl of 15 she moved with her parents to Brownington. On July 14, 1928, she married Roehl Church to which union five children were born. They resided in Brownington until two years ago when they moved to the home 1/2 mile west of Deepwater. As a young girl she united with the Brownington Baptist Church in 1924. Survivors are the husband and one daughter Joyce of the home; four sons, Gary and Johnny, also of the home; Cpl. Keith Church, Barksdale Air Force Base, Lubbock, Texas; one daughter-in-law, Mrs. Keith Church, Shreveport, La.; her mother Mrs. Ethel Malone, Windsor; three sisters, Mrs. Elwood Patrick, Mrs. Donald Voss, and Mrs. Oklin Buell, also one brother, Leroy Malone, all of Windsor; other relatives and many friends.

CHURCH, Jimmie L.
b: Feb 12 1942, Rich Hill, Bates Co, MO
d: Dec 7 2001, Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 10 2001 - Jimmie L. Church, 59, Calhoun, died Friday, December 7, 2001, at his home. He was born February 12, 1942, in Rich Hill, the son of Clarence Wilbur Church and Sarah Adeline (Funk) Church. He had lived most of his life in Kansas City. He was a taxi cab driver for many years in Kansas City, retiring in 1997. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a volunteer for the Windsor Senior Center. Survivors include his mother, Sarah Adeline Church, Calhoun; a daughter, Sabrina Peek, Adrian; a stepdaughter, Joyce Bowie, Belton; three grandchildren, three step-grandchildren; three brothers, Dale E. Church and wife, Sharon, Clinton, Charles Church, Calhoun, and Forest Church and wife, Becky, Clinton; three sisters, Barbara West, Springfield, Helen Sell and husband, Dwight, Calhoun, and Ellen Chilson and husband, David, Harrisonville; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Church; an infant brother and an infant sister. Funeral services were Monday, December 10 at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in the Calhoun Cemetery.

CHURCH, John Lynn
b: Nov 12 1935, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
d: Sep 3 1994
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - John Lynn Church of Deepwater died September 3, 1994, at the age of 58. He was born to Roehl and Ione Church in Brownington November 12, 1935. He was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1954, serving a 19-month tour in Germany and four more years of reserve duty. He worked 12 years for Peabody Coal Co. Reliance Shop. At the time of his death he worked for Wirsig Brothers Trucking. He loved the outdoors. He enjoyed sports, fishing and hunting and spending time with family and friends. He was united in marriage to Janie Lea Periman December 15, 1961. To this union two daughters were born, Lora Hathcock of Clinton and Karla Foster of Deepwater. He was preceded in death by his mother Ione Church, and three brothers, Dwayne, Keith and Gary. He is survived by his wife Jane; daughters Lora and Karla; five grandchildren, Duston and Kyle Foster and Ashlee, Anthony and Kendal Hathcock; his father, Roehl and stepmother Mildred of Deepwater; sister Joyce Hills, Deepwater; one stepbrother, Gene Lozaw, Lebanon, and other family and friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Tuesday, September 6. Burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

CHURCH, Juanita M. WATSON
b: Mar 18 1923, Columbia, Boone Co, MO
d: Jul 20 1994, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Juanita M. Watson was born March 18, 1923, in Columbia, the daughter of Jesse Otis Watson Sr. and Emma Dena (Lewis) Watson. She died July 20, 1994, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital at the age of 71. She moved to Clinton from Sedalia in 1939, graduating from Clinton High School in 1941. She attended St. Luke's Hospital, School of Nursing of Kansas City and graduate din 1944 as an RN. Juanita served as a Second Lieutenant in the Army Medical Corps during World War II. She was a member of the alumni of St. Luke's School. She was married to Marvin B. "Jack" Church on May 18 1945, in Olathe, Kansas, and to this union two daughters were born. Marvin preceded her in death on July 13, 1990, after 45 years of marriage. Juanita and her husband were confirmed together in 1951 by Pastor W. T. Niemeier at Clinton Trinity Lutheran Church. At the time of her death, she was a devoted member of Salvation Evangelical Lutheran Church in Daugherty. She had a great love for animals and spent most of her life raising Cocker Spaniels. Shadow and Droopy were her four-legged companions in most recent years. Most of Juanita's life was devoted to nursing and care of those who needed her knowledge, skill and expertise. She was respected and admired by all of her coworker, as well as those she cared for. She worked at Clinton General Hospital from 1945 until 1972, then part-time at Windsor Hospital from 1979 until 1982. when the new Golden Valley Memorial Hospital was built, she was there from opening day until her retirement in 1984. She worked as day supervisor, assistant director of nurses and surgical floor head nurse. Juanita and Jack received great joy as grandparents in giving of their love to their grandchildren. She is survived by two daughters, Connie Church, Raytown, Peggy Kesl and husband Dr. Dale W. Kesl, Warsaw; one brother, Bill Watson, Marshall; five grandchildren, Megan, James Matthew, Allison and Abigail, all of Warsaw; 14 nephews, 15 nieces, numerous friends and relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Jesse Otis Watson Jr. Funeral services were Saturday, July 23, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CHURCH, Lula Addie COTRILL
b: May 8 1866, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 21 1949, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Henry County Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 28 1949 - Mrs. Lula Addie Church, 83, widow of the late Herbert Church, passed away Thursday, July 21, 1949, at her home in Brownington, Mo. at 10:20 p.m. as she was listening to her radio. Funeral services were held Saturday, July 23 in the Presbyterian Church at Brownington. Interment was in Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington. Lula Addie Cotrill, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Pat Cotrill, was born in Brownington, May 8, 1866, her parents arriving a short time before by covered wagon from Bloomington, Illinois. They both contacted pneumonia while she was an infant and died. She was reared by an older sister, Jane Lowry. The Presbyterian Church of Brownington was organized in 1870 and she was a charter member. She was united in marriage to Herbert Church, May 8, 1891 in Brownington. Her husband preceded her in death July 16, 1937. To this union was born 4 children, two daughters who survive and two sons, Wade and Dewey, who also preceded her in death. She was like a mother to the 4 children of Mr. Church by an earlier marriage, two of whom preceded her in death. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Mary Park, Fairfax, MO., Mrs. Cecil Park, Lowry City, and Mrs. Bessie Hearn, Deepwater; a son Olin Church, Chilhowee; 23 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

CHURCH, Max H.
b: Jan 25 1926, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 14 2005, Napa, Napa Co, CA
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 11 2005 - Max H. Church, childhood resident of Henry County, died April 14, 2005, at his home in Napa, California, after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born January 25, 1926, in Brownington to William and Elno (Webb) Church, who preceded him in death. He moved to California with his parents in 1942. He graduated from Napa High School in 1943, and enlisted in the Navy February 1944 where he served as a signal man until his discharge in May 1946. He returned to Napa and was employed at the Mare Island Naval shipyard from which he retired after many years of service. He is survived by Elaine Church, his wife of 50 years; children, Crystal McCall of Napa, Charlotte Denby of Sebastopol, Kathleen Church of Rancho Cordova, and Bill Church of Napa. He also leaves five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Mr. Church's ashes will be returned to Missouri and interred at Maplewood Cemetery Sunday, May 15.

CHURCH, Mildred Margaret SNYDER LOZAW
b: Aug 21 1925, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 10 2000, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 26 2000 - Mildred Margaret Church, daughter of Buel Chester and Mildred Mary (Naylor) Snyder, was born August 21, 1925, in Clinton, and died at the Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, on October 10, 2000, at the age of 75 years. She married Edward Lozaw, who preceded her in death on September 8, 1955, and later she married Roehl Church of Deepwater who also preceded her in death on October 17, 1999. Mildred was an active member of the Christian Church of Deepwater, where she led the choir every Sunday. She was a devoted employee of the Wetzel Family for almost 50 years and served in many roles. Mildred will be remembered as one of the finest and most respected historians in Henry County. She was very active in the Henry County Historical Society and served as chair of the Historic Sites Committee. Her accomplishments are countless. She was very instrumental in beginning and maintaining the Henry County Museum, as well as the Deepwater Museum. A few of her fondest accomplishments are the midnight move of the dog Trot Cabin from Montrose to Clinton, which has led to an impressive addition to the Museum. She had a very active role in the restoration and preservation efforts of the Dorman House, and of course her most recent and final accomplishment of authoring the Henry County Pictorial History Book. A favorite pastime of Mildred's was traipsing through cemeteries, uncovering lost and forgotten stones and then recording the history that someone had gotten lost along the way. Words can never describe what a wonderful woman Mildred Church was. She enriched the lives of many and will be sadly missed. Mildred was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Edward Lozaw; her second husband, Roehl Church; four stepsons, Keith Church, Gary Church, Duane Church and John Church. Mildred is survived by her son, Gene Lozaw and his wife, Karen, Lebanon; one step-daughter, Joyce Hills of Deepwater; one sister, Ellen Church; one grandson, Matthew Lozaw; two granddaughters, Shelly Keefe and husband, Sean and Tracy Lozaw; 13 step-grandchildren, Karen, Tommy, Teresa, Debbie, Robbie, Gary Wayne, Laura, Karla, Linda, Kay, Danny, Marty and Joyce Deanna, as well as several great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Graveside services were held at the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, on Friday, October 13. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CHURCH, Myrtle Dove TULLIS
b: Oct 27 1882, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 3 1966, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton MO - Funeral services for Mrs. Myrtle Church, 82, of 115 East Elm, were held February 7, at the Sickman-Dunning Funeral Home. Interment was in Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington. Myrtle Tullis, daughter of Michael and Ida M. Munson Tullis, was born in Brownington, October 27, 1882, and died at her home February 3, 1966, following a long illness. A daughter, Mrs. Lewis (Pansy) Starks, who had tenderly cared for her the past three years, was at her bedside at the time of her death. This vigil of love, that brightened the last years of Mrs. Church's life, was shared frequently by a son, Leory Church. She was married to O. L. Church August 3, 1903, a marriage that was rich in love and companionship until severed by the death of Mr. Church on April 18, 1965. Early in life Mrs. Church accepted Christ as her Savior and united with the Brownington Baptist Church, where her membership remained. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Lewis Starks of Oak Grove and Mrs. Velma DeLozier of Tacoma, Washington; one son Leroy Church of Kansas City; four sisters, Mrs. Bessie Hoover, Brownington, Mrs. Dorothy Rogers, Kansas City, Mrs. Pearl Dennison, Mobridge, S. D., Mrs. Pansy Sykes, Bartlesville, Oklahoma; two brothers, Rolla Tullis, Hanford, California, and Cleve Tullis, Brownington; 8 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.

CHURCH, Olin L.
b: Aug 13 1881, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 18 1965, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Apr 22 1965 - Funeral services for Olin Church, 83, near Clinton, who died Sunday, April 18, were conducted April 22, at the Sickman and Dunning Funeral Home. Burial at Maplewood. Mr. Church, who died at Clinton General Hospital, had suffered a heart attack at his home, a mile south and a mile east of Golden Gate Church, about 11:00 a.m. Sunday, and entered the hospital about 1:30 p.m., where he succumbed that evening at 8 o'clock. Olin Church, son of Herbert and Arletta Warner Church, was born in Henry County, August 13, 1881. He was a farmer and spent his entire life in the Clinton and Brownington area. On August 3, 1903, he married Miss Myrtle Tullis. Two daughters and a son were born to them. Surviving are his wife Myrtle of the home; two daughters, Mrs. Pansy Starks, Blue Springs, who has stayed with her parents most of the time since her father suffered his first heart attack about two years ago, and Mrs. Velma DeLozier, Tacoma, Wa.; a son Leroy Church, Kansas City; a sister Mrs. Bessie Hearn, Deepwater, presently at the home of her daughter Mrs. Lillian Paulson, LaFeria, Tx., and unable to come for the last rites; two half-sisters, Mrs. Vernie Park, Lowry City, and Mrs. Mary Park, Fairfax; 8 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were two brothers, Jay and Fora Church, two half-brothers, Dewey and Wade Church.

CHURCH, Roehl Herbert
b: Oct 9 1907, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 17 1998, Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Roehl Herbert Church was born October 9, 1907, in Brownington to Jay and Lura (Cooper) Church. He had been in declining health for the past year, but enjoyed his 91st birthday on Friday, October 9. The following day he suffered a stroke and died peacefully one week later in his home, surrounded by his loved ones. Roehl's boyhood was spent in the Brownington area where he explored the river and the fields with his two brothers and three sisters. Many area baseball games found him behind the catcher's mask playing the game he loved, and a game he later enjoyed as a spectator when he could no longer participate. In 1928, he married Ione Malone of Brownington and to them were born five children, Joyce, Duane, Keith, John and Gary. In 1941 the family moved to California where they remained until the close of World War II. Upon their return, Roehl drove a transport truck for W. S. Dickey Tile Co., later operating his own fleet of trucks from the Knisely Rock Quarry for 15 years. He was custodian and bus driver in the Deepwater School System from 1966 through 1969. In 1957 he and Mildred Snyder Lozaw were married and they made their home in Deepwater the remainder of his life. He is survived by his wife Mildred, of the home; a daughter Joyce and her husband Donald "Stag" Hills, Deepwater, Shirley T. Church, Clinton, Shirley Jean Church, Warsaw, and Hazel Church, Joplin; 14 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, three great-great-granddaughters, many nieces and nephews and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Iona, sons, Duane, Keith, John and Gary, and by a grandson Kenny Hills; his father and mother; two brothers, Bill and Charles, and three sisters, Eva Heard, Clarice Franks and his twin sister Rosa Helen Roberts. Graveside services were held at the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington, on Wednesday, October 21, 1998. Burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington.

CHURCH, Sarah Adeline FUNK
b: Jan 6 1920, near Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 8 2004, Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 13 2004 - Sarah Adeline Church, 84, died early Sunday, Feb. 8, 2004, at her home in Calhoun. She was born January 6, 1920, in rural Windsor, a daughter of Albert Parker Funk and Goldie Ann (McLain) Funk. On January 3, 1939, in Nevada, Mo., she married Clarence Wilbur Church, who died December 8, 1985. She was a homemaker. She also worked as a cook for the former Moffett Hospital in Windsor and cleaned houses in the Calhoun area. She was a member of the Calhoun Baptist Church. Survivors include three sons, Dale E. Church and forest "Woody" Church, both of Clinton, and Charles Church, Calhoun; three daughters, Barbara West, Springfield, Helen Sell, Calhoun, and Ellen Chilson, Harrisonville; 13 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren; a brother, Herbert Lee Funk, Windsor; three sisters, Ruth Berry, Calhoun, and Louise Crawford and Ruby Miller, both of Clinton; several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Church was preceded in death by an infant son, an infant daughter, a son Jimmie Church; a brother Martin Funk, and a sister Maxine Baskins. Funeral services were Wednesday, February 11, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in Calhoun Cemetery.

CHURCH, Thelma Yvonne HAMMONS
b: Feb 7 1921, Iconium, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Feb 2 2004, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 12 2004 - Thelma Yvonne Church, 82, daughter of Eary and Lula Hammons, died Monday, February 2, 2004, at her home in Clinton. She was born in Iconium, February 7, 1921, a devoted and much loved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to all. Thelma married Delman "Babe" Church November 5, 1947. To that union three children were born - Lowell Wade, Vickie Jean and Pattie Lea. Throughout the years, travel across America with their children brought a source of great happiness. Thelma was preceded in death by a son, Darrell Anthony Church; her parents, Eary and Lula Hammons and her brother Elvin Hammons. Thelma is survived by her husband; her son and daughter-in-law, Lowell and Brenda Church, Hoyt, Kansas; her daughter and son-in-law, Vickie and Jack Figg, Lee's Summit; her daughter Pattie Johnson, Clinton; her grandchildren, Clint Johnson, Amy Johnson, Caleb Johnson, Michelle Figg, Elizabeth Jo Boswell, Samantha church; her great-grandchildren, Macey Johnson, Rhianne Johnson, and her step-grandchildren, Riley Bell, Rebecca Bell and Shayne Boswell; one brother, Dale Hammons, Clinton, and three sisters, Faye Hamblin and Irene Church, both of Clinton, and Blondena Barker, Higginsville. Her family will always cherish the many heirloom quilts and embroidered works Thelma made and graciously gave as gifts of love over the years. She will be remembered for her strength of character as she endured Parkinson Disease for the past 20 years. Her family will forever hold her memories in their hearts. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills chapel on Thursday, February 5. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

CHURCHILL, Armstead Ludwell
b: Dec 29 1868, near Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 18 1928, Rochester, MN
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery CA-CO, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
Lud Churchill - Armistead Ludwell Churchill was born near Windsor, Mo., Dec. 29, 1868, a son of H. C. and Virginia Owsley Churchill, died Sunday morning, Nov. 18, at Rochester, Minn., after an operation on Saturday morning. He had been in bad health for eight years. About 39 years ago he was married to Mamie Squires, who died five years ago next January. Two children, Mrs. Helen Slack of Sikeston, Mo., and a son, Halsell, who died at the age of two years, were born to them. He traveled out of St. Louis for many years, then moved to Vinita, Oklahoma, thirty-two years ago, where he has since resided. He was public spirited and always a booster for everything that built up the community. He had been president of the First National Bank of Vinita for many years and was vice-president of the National Jersey Association. He organized the Rotary Club at Vinita, was a 32nd degree Mason and Shriner, and a member of the Presbyterian church at Vinita. Besides his daughter he leaves his father, H. C. Churchill, three sisters, Mrs. Myda Garrett, Pryor, Okla.; Flossie Ball of Mangum, Okla., and Miss Mary Churchill of Windsor, and one brother, Barber Churchill of Bartlesville, Okla. Funeral services were conducted at his home in Vinita Wednesday afternoon, and interment will be made in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor, this (Thursday) afternoon under the auspices of the Masonic lodge.

CHURCHILL, Henry C.
b: Aug 31 1845, Union Co, KY
d: Jul 11 1936
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery CA-CO, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Henry C. Churchill, Oldest Mason In Missouri, Died Here Saturday - Pioneer Citizen and Business Man Had Lived In Windsor for Over Sixty-five Years - With the death of Henry C. Churchill, which occurred Saturday, July 11 1936, Windsor has lost the last of its old line pioneer citizens and business men. Mr. Churchill came to Windsor February 1, 1871, as a young man twenty-five years of age, when Windsor was only a small trading center, and opened a hardware store, and from that day until his recent failure in health, he has identified himself with every progressive movement for the betterment of the city. He disposed of his hardware business in 1876 to W. J. Colbow, and purchased a drug store which he operated until 1886, and then disposed of it to join his brother-in-law, the late R. N. Owsley, in the operation of a flour mill, located at the present site of the Windsor Ice Plant. This was destroyed by the explosion of the boilers in 1891, and he then assisted in the organization of a company to build a new mill near the Missouri, Kansas and Texas railroad, which was afterwards acquired by Ed Willoughby, and later destroyed by fire. Space will not permit to detail all of the activities of Mr. Churchill's life, but it can be said that he was actively connected with every progressive community and business activity for the past sixty-five years. He was Mayor of Windsor for one term, was City Clerk one term, served on the School Board fourteen years, was a charter member of the Windsor Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, and had been an active member of the Masonic Lodge for sixty-eight years. Mr. Churchill had the distinction and honor of being the oldest Mason in the state of Missouri. He was a charter member and active in the organization of the Retail Druggist Association for the State of Missouri, and was the first vice-president of the State organization; was active in the organization of the first bank in Windsor in 1877, and was also Secretary of the first Building and Loan Association organized in Windsor. In his home he was a typical Southern host, and his greatest pleasure in life was to entertain and enjoy the fellowship and companionship of his friends. Henry C. Churchill, the son of A. L. and Rebecca C. Churchill, was born in Union County, Kentucky, August 31, 1845, and came to Johnson County, Missouri, with his parents and two sisters in 1866, where he lived until he moved to Windsor in 1871. He was married November 20 1866, to Miss Virginia Owsley, in Johnson County, Missouri, and to this union were born, Armstead L. (now deceased), Eliza (now Mrs. R. H. Garrett) and Florence (now Mrs. J. Parks Ball). Mrs. Virginia Churchill died June 24, 1879, and in October, 1881 Mr. Churchill was married to Miss Missouri Campbell, and to this union were born two children, Samuel Barber and Mary J., who survive him. Mrs. Missouri Churchill died November 29, 1889. He later married Mrs. Sarah E. Barber, who preceded him in death on November 20, 1912. Since her death he and his daughter, Mary J., have made their home on Tebo street in Windsor, where he departed this life on Saturday evening at ten o'clock. In August, 1866, at a revival service conducted by Rev. B. F. Lawler and Rev. Frank Goodwin at old Hickory Point church in Johnson County, he was converted and joined the Hickory Point Baptist Church and has lived a faithful, consistent and active Christian life from that time to the time of his death. In addition to his children, all of whom were with him at the time of his death, he leaves one sister, Mrs. Fannie Calmes, of Windsor, two grandchildren, Mrs. Helen Slack of Sikeston, Mo., and Homer Churchill of Newark, New Jersey and one great grandchild, Churchill Slack of Sikeston, Mo. In his passing it can be truly said that Windsor and community has lost its outstanding pioneer citizen, who has given unselfishly of his time, energy and money to make his town and community a better place in which to live, and he will be remembered by the present generation was one of our most dependable and outstanding citizens. The funeral service was held from the home on Monday morning. The beautiful and impressive Masonic burial service was held at the grave side and he was laid to rest in the family lot in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

CIBRIAN, Claudeen TIPPETTS
b: Feb 26 1951, Salt Lake City, UT
d: Dec 20 2002, Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 7 2003 - Claudeen Cibrian, daughter of Harold and Betty Jean (Brown) Tippetts, was born February 26, 1951, in Salt Lake City, Utah, and died at her home in Blairstown on December 20, 2002, at the age of 51-years-old. Claudeen was a customer service specialist for Wal-Mart in North Kansas City and Harrisonville. She is survived by her mother, Betty Tippetts of the home; one son, Luis Antonio Cibrian of Kansas City; three daughters, Cecilia Cibrian of Independence, Dana Navarro of Homeland, California, and Crystal Jeannette Cibrian of Greenwood Village, Colorado; four brothers, Mark Tippetts of Texas, Kelley Tippetts of Urich, Kurt Tippetts of Greenwood and Scott Tippetts of St. Louis; three sisters, Marjean Babbitt of Mesa, Arizona, Ruth Bentacourt of North Kansas City, as well as six grandchildren and one great-grandson. Memorial services were held at the Unity Temple on the Plaza Charles Filmore Chapel on Saturday, December 28.

CISSELL, Margie L. ROMINE
b: Dec 29 1943, Cash, AR
d: Jul 28 2006, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Cremation
arr: Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 2 2006 - Margie L. Cissell, 62, of Calhoun, Missouri, died early Friday morning, July 28, 2006, at Research Medical Center, Kansas City, Mo. She was born December 29, 1943, in Cash, Arkansas, the daughter of Lonnie Melvin Romine and Pauline (Yates) Romine. On March 9, 1963, in St. Louis, Mo., she married Richard Edward Cissell who survives of the home in Calhoun. Margie worked at the former Consumer’s grocery store in Clinton for over 10 years. In addition to her husband, Richard, of the home in Calhoun, survivors include a son, Glen E. Cissell, of the home in Calhoun; a granddaughter, Sierra Houk; 3 brothers, Melvin Franklin Wayne Romine and his wife, Ann, State of Texas, Bobbie Ray Romine and his wife Viola, Winslow, Ark., and James Romine and his wife Cathy, Mountainburg, Ark.; and a sister, Jean (Romine) Binder, Winslow, Ark. She was preceded in death by her parents; 3 brothers, Harold Gene Romine, Edgar Roy Romine, and Ronnie Allen Romine who died February 21, 2006; and a brother-in-law, Ralph Binder who died August 23, 2005. Cremation. Memorial services will be Friday, August 4, 2006 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home.

CITLAU, Mary L. OWEN
b: 1917, near Smithville, Clay Co, MO
d: May 10 2004, Anaheim, Orange Co, CA
bur: Englewood Cemetery CA-CL, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 7 2004 - Mary L. Citlau of Anaheim, California, died May 10, 2004, at the age of 87 years and three months. Graveside services were held in Clinton on June 4 at Englewood Cemetery at 11 a.m. She was born near Smithville in 1917 and was a 1936 graduate of Smithville High School. She married Ronald Citlau of Kansas City December 24, 1940. They lived most of their married life in California. They retired to a farm in the George community south of Calhoun, where they lived for 15 years. Mary worked at P.N. Hirsch on the Square in Clinton for several years. After her husband's death, she moved to Independence and later returned to California to be near her son and family. She was preceded in death by her husband and parents, Luther and Lona Owen. She is survived by her son, Ronald Jr. and wife Renee; six grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; two sisters, Jennie Peterman of Clinton and Darlene Wilson of Smithville.

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