Henry County Missouri Obituaries
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FRAKER, Michelle Lynn Marie
b: Oct 20 1972, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
d: Dec 11 1991, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
bur: Dec 14 1991 Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Michelle Lynn Marie Fraker, 19, Windsor, died Wednesday evening, December 11, 1991, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia as the result of injuries in a traffic accident. She was born in Kansas City on October 20, 1972, daughter of Ronald Wayne Fraker and Karen K. Cousin Fraker. She was a 1991 graduate of Windsor High School. She was a student at State Fair Community College. Survivors include her mother, of Calhoun; her maternal grandmother, Norma Pule, Kansas City; her paternal grandmother, Bonnie Bell of Kansas City; her paternal grandfather, Marvin Fraker of Kansas City; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Hadley Funeral Home in Windsor. Burial services will be Saturday at Mt. Moriah Cemetery in Kansas City.

FRANCIS, Charity Elaine
b: May 19 1986, Independence, Jackson Co, MO
d: Aug 9 2003, near Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Aug 13 2003 Cremation
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 29 2003 - Charity Elaine Francis, daughter of Todd Preston Francis and Paula June Carpenter, was born May 19, 1986, in Independence and died August 9, 2003, near Warrensburg, the result of an automobile accident. Charity was a clerk for the Amoco Station on Highway 13 North, Clinton. She loved life and will be missed by her family and many friends. She is survived by her mother Paula Carpenter of the home; her father Todd P. Francis of Chelsea, Oklahoma; one brother Renn Francis, and three sisters, Brittaney Francis, Andrea Francis and Macauley Francis, all of the home; one niece, Caden Wax of the home; her maternal grandparents, Lloyd and Cheryl Carpenter of Independence, and her maternal great-grandmother, Betty Williams of the state of Utah; her paternal grandmother, Darlyne Kerns of Chelsea, Oklahoma, and her paternal grandfather, Preston Francis of Welch, Oklahoma. Memorial services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Wednesday, August 13.

FRANCIS, Jesse Sherman
b: Apr 7 1889, Maries Co, MO
d: May 12 1926, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery EA-FU, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Jesse Sherman Francis was born in Maries county, Mo., April 7, 1889, and departed this life at his late home, 408 E. Franklin street, Clinton, Mo., at 12:55 a.m., Wednesday, May 12, 1926, at the age of 37 years, 12 months and 5 days. When he was quite young, the family returned to Osage county, Mo., for a few years, coming then to Montrose, Mo., from which place they moved to Clinton in 1901. He received his education in the Clinton public schools. On March 9, 1914, he was married in Montrose, Mo., to Miss Essie Thomas, who together with the little daughter, Nadine, age 6, and the little son, George Robert, age 4, survive. He had been employed at the City Light Plant for the past four years, and was well liked by all his fellow workers. During these last years in the City's service, his health had been gradually failing, although he never complained. On Monday morning, April 12, he went to work as usual, although really not able to go, and about 9:30, returned home and had his family physician called, who advised him to go to bed, as his fever was so high. for several mornings of that week he would insist on getting up, but could not stay up long. Not until the following Saturday did pneumonia develop. All that loving hands, the skill of several of the best physicians, a trained nurse and most valiant fight for life, on his part, could not lengthen his stay on earth. Early Tuesday morning, coming out of a night of stupor, he looked up at his wife and asked, "Have they given me up?" and said, "I am ready to go." He said he wanted to tell all good bye and called for Rev. Lindsey, who arrived in a short time. He wanted to make the good confession and in the presence of his little children and several other members of the family, he made the good confession and took his first and last communion with his pastor and his wife. Many were the restless days and sleepless nights and during all of these and all the delirium never a vile word passed his lips, demonstrating the purity of mind and heart, and thus calling forth only praise from his faithful nurse. About 5 p.m. Tuesday, he was taken with a smothering spell and under the influence of medicine, became quiet and went to sleep about 9, passing peacefully away at 12:55 a.m. The funeral was conducted on Thursday, after which the remains were conveyed to Englewood and laid beneath a wealth of beautiful flowers. Thus from our midst has gone a kind and considerate neighbor, a devoted husband and a father who idolized his children. He is survived by an aged father, T. B. Francis, and five brothers, Will, Joe and Charles of Clinton, Taylor of Appleton City, and Allen of Wichita, Kansas; two sisters, Mrs. Emma Geckeler and Mrs. J. Kurtz, both of Kansas City, Mo.; one half brother, T. J. Howard of Ravenden springs, Ark., and one half sister, Mrs. S. B. Pointer, of Appleton City; one half sister and the mother having preceded him to the better world. Relatives from a distance attending the funeral were: Mrs. Emma Geckeler, Kansas City; Mrs. Bettie Pointer and Taylor Francis and family of Appleton City; Charles and Lewis Francis and little son of Belle, Mo.; Ira Francis of Byron, Mo., and Tom Foster and wife of Moberly, Mo.

FRANCISCO, Andrew John Sr.
b: Jun 26 1896, Butler, Bates Co, MO
d: Mar 17 1927, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Mar 18 1927 Englewood Cemetery EA-FU, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Mar 1927 - Andrew Francisco Died - At the St. Mary's hospital in Kansas City Thursday morning. He had taken very ill the week before with appendicitis, and an operation was performed Sunday, but peritonitis developed which, with other complications, caused his death. He was born at Butler, Mo., 31 years ago this coming June 26th. His father died when Andy was a tiny boy and his mother died when he was 13. He was raised by his grandmother, Mrs. Mary Doyle, who made her home at that time in Clinton. He attended Clinton school, graduating from the Clinton High School, then went to the University of Missouri. On his return he bought stock in the Wilder, Wright & Brassfield Implement Co., and was in business here several years, selling cars and implements. A littel over two years ago, he accepted a traveling position with the Rock Island Implement Co., and held this position at the time of his death, with headquarters in Kansas City. Andy was a member of the Baptist church, the Masonic orders, including the Shrine, the B.P.O.E. He had a happy disposition that made him popular with old and young. He was married to Miss Mary Esther Sigler 11 years ago, February 5th. She survives him with their ten year old son, Andrew John Francisco. He also leaves a twin brother, William, who is with the Rock Island Implement Co., and an older brother, Taylor Lay Francisco. His grandmother, Mrs. Mary Doyle, lives in Kansas City. His body was brought to Clinton last Friday and the funeral service conducted at the Christian church Saturday morning. Burial at Englewood, where the Masonic burial ritual was used.

FRANCISCO, Matilda DICKINSON
b: Mar 22 1894, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 9 1923
bur: Jul 11 1923 Englewood Cemetery EA-FU, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jul 1923 - Mrs. Matilda Francisco died at the home of her parents, Congressman and Mrs. C. C. Dickinson, Monday morning at 10:30. She had been in poor health for several years, and bedfast for three weeks before her death. She was born March 22, 1894, at the home place on the corner of Jefferson and 2nd streets. There she grew to womanhood, graduating from the Clinton high school. she attended the University of Missouri part of one year, but had to quit on account of poor health. She married William Francisco, December, 1915. One son was given this union, William Francisco, Jr., who is six years old. She leaves her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dickinson; one brother, Seddon; and three sisters - Mrs. Uel Lamkin, of Maryville, Mo., who was with her husband in San Francisco, California, attending the National Educational Association Convention at the time of her sister's death; Miss Peyton Dickinson, at home; Miss Lelia, of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, who was in New York at the time of her sister's death. Matilda was a young woman of unusual winsomeness. She ever put her own self behind and thought of the happiness of her relatives and friends. From the time she was a tiny tot until her death, she was loved by all who knew her. She loved life and would have liked to live, but there was never a murmur nor a complaint when she knew she was going. She simply made her plans to go, asking that her most cherished earthly possession, little William, be raised by her parents. She was sorry to leave him motherless, but knew he was in good hands. Hers was a courageous life. No matter what trouble came to her she kept it, and gave to her friends and loved ones only sunshine. She always remembered to do the little kindnesses that make life so worth while. There was never a friend or a neighbor ill, but what she would remember them with a cheery visit and with something dainty to tempt the invalid's appetite. Rev. A. N. Lindsey had charge of the funeral services, which were held at the home of her parents, on South 2nd street, Wednesday afternoon. Interment in Englewood.

FRANCISCO, Taylor Lay
b: Dec 17 1917, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 1 2003, Paris, France
bur: Feb 25 2003 Englewood Cemetery EA-FU, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton, MO, Feb 24 2003 - Taylor Lay Francisco, Kansas City, died Saturday, February 1, 2003, in Paris, France, following complications from a fall suffered in the Paris subway. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 25, at Consalus-Bradley Funeral Home, with a private family burial in Englewood Cemetery. Mr. Francisco was born December 17, 1917, in Clinton, to Taylor Lay Francisco and Louise Adair Francisco. He graduated from Clinton High School and from the University of Missouri with bachelor and law degrees. He was a World War II veteran, having served more than two years in the Aleutian Islands. Mr. Francisco was in private law practice in Clinton for several years and later was employed by the Columbia Steel Tank Company in Kansas City and by the Social Security Administration. Following his retirement, he traveled widely in Europe, the Pacific Northwest and Canada. Mr. Francisco had pioneer roots in Missouri history. His maternal great-grandfather, Joseph Adair, was the first white (non-Indian) child born in Jackson County in a log cabin on the corner of Maple and Liberty streets in Independence on February 16, 1828. He was a veteran of the Civil and Mexican wars and participated in the "49'er" gold rush to California. Later he farmed on the land that is now Swope Park. Adair Park in Independence was dedicated to Joseph's honor in June 1931. Joseph's son, Clay Adair, in his youth drove cattle from Texas to the railhead in Kansas. Eventually he became postmaster of Clinton and was honored by his family with the Adair Memorial Annex Village in Henry County Museum. Taylor's paternal grandfather was Simon Payne Francisco, distinguished attorney, jurist and judge in Butler. He is survived by his brother, Clay Adair Francisco of Sutter Creek, California, and a cousin, Marilyn Adair Gover, Clinton.

FRANCISCO, William Payne Jr. Col.
b: Mar 22 1917, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 27 1995, San Antonio, Bexar Co, TX
bur: Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, San Antonio, Bexar Co, TX
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Col. William Payne Francisco, Jr., US Army, retired, died Thursday, July 27, at the age of 78. He was born in Clinton March 22, 1917, to Matilda Dickinson and William P. Francisco. He was grandson of Clement Cabell Dickinson, US Congressman. He attended Washington University, St. Louis, and was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. He was then appointed to the US Military Academy, West Point, where he graduated with a B.S. in Military Engineering in 1940. He served In the US Army and Joint commands around the world for 30 years In the Airborne Field Artillery and in staff and command assignments. His Initial assignment was to Ft. Sam Houston. Overseas he served in Japan, Korea in the Korean War, Iran '58-'60, and, Nicaragua '65- '69 as the Chief of the US Military Mission. He completed over 100 military parachute jumps, conducted the first night helicopter jumps and was a member of the Century Club. His military decorations include the Bronze Star, the Armed Forces Commendation Medal, the Joint Service Commendation Medal, Legion of Merit medal with one oak leaf cluster, many WWII and Korean Service medals and the Reuben Dairlo Medal from the government of Nicaragua. During his military career he graduated from the University of Virginia Law School with a Bachelor's of Law and was inducted into the Order of the Colf. Upon military retirement he returned to U. Va for his Master of Laws and Doctor of Judicial Science degree with specialties in Probate and American Indian Law. He was a Professor of Law at St. Mary's University School of Law, teaching contracts and torts, from 1972 to 1987, and was awarded the Distinguished Faculty Award. He taught one more year of law at the University of Puget Sound, Tacoma. Washington. He published numerous articles, was a contributing author to Cohen's "Federal Indian Law" and was recognized nationally as an expert on Indian Probate Law. Post retirement he continued to travel, meeting with southwestern tribal leaders for several years as director, Tribal Indian Probate Code Project of the American Bar Association. He was a member of the Virginia Bar Association, the Texas Bar Association, the American Bar Association, the Phi Delta Phi Legal fraternity. the American Arbitration Association, the Association of American Law Schools, the 82nd Airborne Association, the West Point Society of South Texas, the Air Force Association, the National Rifle Association, the Association of Former Intelligence Officers, the San Antonio Conservation Society, and was an honorary fellow, of the Truman Library Institute. He was actively involved with the 1st Presbyterian Church at the local presbytery and synod levels and served as a deacon and elder of the church. He was a member of the Task Force on Middle East Relationship and Peacemaking. He was active with the Presbyterian Lay Committee, served as mediator with Christian Conciliation Service's of San Antonio, and volunteered with income tax preparation for seniors for AARP. As a very active member of the San Antonio Conservation Society, he originated the Tacos al Pastor booth for Night in Old San Antonio and led Heritage tours for school children, events that have brought pleasure to many over the years. He and his wife, Nancy. recently celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary at the 1st Presbyterian Church where they were married in June 1940. Military burial took place at the National Cemetery at Fort Sam Houston July 31. He is survived by his wife. Nancy McLernon Francisco; his son, William P. Francisco III, US Consul at Hermosillo, Mexico, and his wife, Marisol; his son, Michael C. Francisco, Colonel USAF ret. and his wife, Dr. Patricia Francisco DMD of Scottsdale, Arizona; his daughter, Nancy Francisco Stewart and her husband. Dr. Joseph Stewart of Prescott, Arizona; eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and numerous cousins including Francis Nattinger of Clinton, Clem Dickinson of Woodlands, Texas, Clay Francisco of Sutter Creek, California, and Taylor Lay Francisco of Kansas City, Kansas.

FRANCY, Bonnie Belle BREEDEN
b: Jan 8 1930, near Garden City, Cass Co, MO
d: Jan 28 2008, Garden City, Cass Co, MO
bur: Feb 1 2008 Garden City Cemetery, Garden City, Cass Co, MO
arr: Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville & Garden City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 6 2008 - Mrs. Bonnie Belle Francy, 78, Garden City, was born January 8, 1930, near Garden City, the daughter of Edgar Leroy and Hilda Odessa (Hunt) Breeden, and died Monday, January 28, 2008, at her home. On August 28, 1948, Bonnie married Delbert Lee Francy in Garden City. She was a homemaker. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Garden City, and was a lifelong area resident. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her son Larry Francy; her daughter Saundra Conner; her brother Richard Breeden and her sister Georgia Wainwright. She is survived by her husband Delbert L. Francy of the home; a son Leroy Francy and his companion Tammy Wheeldon, Kingsville; two daughters, Wanda Engelhardt and husband Rick, Chilhowee, and Carolyn Kenagy and husband Delbert, Garden City; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; a sister Geneva Schrock, Garden City; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Friday, February 1, at Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, with burial in the Garden City Cemetery.

FRANK, Eva
b: Aug 11 1926, Vienna, Austria
d: Apr 24 2007, Olathe, Johnson Co, KS
bur: Apr 27 2007 Rose Hill Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 26 2007 - Eva Frank, 80, Olathe, Kansas, died Tuesday, April 24, 2007, at Village Shalom. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 27, at The Temple Congregation B'nai Jehudah, 12320 Nall, Overland Park, Kansas, with interment immediately following at Rose Hill Cemetery. She was born August 11, 1926, in Vienna, Austria. At age 11, she and her family fled to the Dominican Republic where she completed her secondary education and met her husband Klaus in 1949, they made their home in Kansas City where she continued her education. Her passion to learn led her to a Master's Degree from UMKC. She then taught language for 30 years at Shawnee Mission North High School. She was a member of NEA (Nation Education Association), The Temple Congregation B'nai Jehudah, Lake Quivira Gourmet Club and numerous other cultural organizations. She is survived by her three daughters, Susi Erwin, Sylvia Atenclo, Sandy Houchen and her husband Jim, Beth Frank, 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Klaus, and her son Ken.

FRANK, Klaus Martin
b: Mar 30 1921, Dortmund, Germany
d: Nov 27 2005, Johnson Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 28 2005 - Klaus Martin Frank passed away on November 27, 2005, surrounded by love and family. During his life he was many things - husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend, companion, artist and traveler. He gave so much in so many ways to so many people. Klaus had a sparkle in his eye, kept a keen sense of humor and shared his remarkable talent. Klaus was born in Dortmund, Germany, on March 30, 1921. Though he studied at an art academy, his education was interrupted by the War and he fled to the Dominican Republic where he resumed his love for drawing and worked as a political cartoonist while maintaining his own commercial art studio. It was there that he met and married Eva in 1946. Shortly thereafter, he brought his young wife to the United States and settled in Kansas City where he established K. Frank Display Company, a successful commercial design studio. He was passionate about the fine arts and embraced music as an integral part of his life, both as a performer and spectator. Over the years, his commercial artwork was featured in magazines, newspapers, the Truman Library in Independence, the National Holocaust Museum in Washington, D.C., and most recently, in a series of fused glassware featuring Clinton. Klaus was well-read, well-fed, well-graveled and vivacious. He was a constant source of creativity through his wide range of artistic expression and musical talent. The last two weeks of his life were difficult, but for as long as he was able, he maintained his sense of humor, resolve and dignity. None who knew him would have expected anything less. The family welcomes friends to a reception and Celebration of Life on Wednesday, November 30, from 3-5 p.m. at the Lake Quivira Clubhouse. There will be a funeral service for extended family on Tuesday at the Louis Memorial Chapel, with private internment to follow. Klaus is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years, Eva, and his loving children, Susie Erwin and Sylvia Atencio, both of Denver, Colorado, Kenny Frank, Washington, D.C. and Sandy and Jim Houchen, Clinton. He will also be missed by his grandchildren, Jeremy, Nic and Chelsea Cover, Chad and Julia Parks, all of Clinton, and James, Carrie and Allison Houchen of Newton, Kansas, as well as his grandchildren from around the country.

FRANKENFIELD, Timothy R.
b: abt 1973
d: 1994
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Timothy R. (Paxston) Frankenfield, 21, of Kansas City, Kansas, formerly of Roscoe, died Saturday, January 8, 1994 from injuries received in an auto accident. He was born in Kansas City, Ks. When he was two the family moved to Roscoe where he attended Roscoe Elementary School and Osceola High School through his junior year. He graduated from Shawnee Mission North High School in Overland Park, Ks. in 1990. Tim was working for Tension Envelope in Kansas City as a machine operator. He was a member of the Roscoe Christian Church in Roscoe. He is survived by his mother, Patty Frankenfield of the home; his father, Larry Paxston of the home; one sister, Susan Kehr of Hamburg, Pa.; paternal grandparents, Kenneth and Kathryn Paxston of Osceola; one nephew, Samuel Glen Kehn of Hamburg, Pa., other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be Saturday, Jan. 15, 1994 at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Butler Cemetery near Roscoe.

FRANKENFIELD, William A. "Corky"
b: abt 1932
d: 1994
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - William A. "Corky" Frankenfield, 62, Roscoe, died Wednesday morning, April 13, (1994) at the Sac-Osage Hospital in Osceola. Funeral services will be Friday, April 15, at 1 p.m. at the Sheldon Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Roscoe Cemetery. Mr. Frankenfield was born in Pittsburg, Ks. He moved with his family to the Roscoe area in 1939. He had lived in the Kansas City area 35 years before returning to Roscoe in 1989. He was an Air Force veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was an employee of the Armour Company 17 years and a 26-year employee of Ford Motor Company. He is survived by his wife, Lamoyne of the home; three sons, Barthol L. Frankenfield of Topeka, Ks., Robert L. Frankenfield and daughter-in-law, Cindy, of Kansas City, and David Strugeon of Trimble; one daughter, Cindy Youngblood of Berryville, Ark.; one sister-in-law, Mrs. Alvina Frankenfield of Glendale, Arizona; six grandchildren, 11 nieces and nephews, 23 great-nieces and nephews, 11 great-great-nieces and nephews.

FRANKENSTEIN, Hedwig Carol
b: abt 1939
d: Aug 6 2002, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 7 2002 - Hedwig Carol Frankenstein, 63, Chilhowee, died Tuesday, August 6, 2002, at her home. Among survivors include her stepson, James Cratic and wife Cheryl, Kansas City.

FRANKLIN, Effie May McDAVITT
b: Feb 21 1910, Sagrada, Camden Co, MO
d: Oct 20 1991, Buffalo, Dallas Co, MO
bur: Oct 23 1991 Stover Cemetery, Stover, Morgan Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Effie May Franklin, 81, Stover, died early Sunday morning, October 20, 1991, at her home in Buffalo. She was born on February 21, 1910, at Sagrada in Camden County, daughter of the late James and Nancy Upton McDavitt. On May 9, 1931, at Versailles, she was united in marriage to Glen Franklin, who survives at the home. Effie and glen lived in Kansas City for many years, moving here after retirement in 1973. She was a member of the First Assembly of God Church in Versailles, and a member of the adult Bible class. Survivors, in addition to her husband, include one son, Elroy Franklin, Stover, and his wife Anna Beele; five grandsons, Ronald, Gary, Bret, Kent and Darryl Franklin; two great-grandsons, Brandon and Christopher Franklin, and three great-granddaughters, heather, Beth and Ashley. She was also preceded in death by one infant son, Glen Jr.; one daughter, Betty Jean Franklin; three brothers, George, Earnest and Kenneth McDavitt, and one sister, Opal Bentch. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, October 23, at the Versailles First Assembly of God Church. Burial was in the Stover Cemetery, with funeral arrangements by Scrivner Funeral Home.

FRANKLIN, Kenneth D.
b: Aug 12 1942, Dover, Lafayette Co, MO
d: Dec 23 2002, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Dec 27 2002 Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 14 2003 - Kenneth D. Franklin was born August 12, 1942, at Dover, son of Kenneth Ellsworth and Mary R. Schumacher Franklin. He died at his home December 23, 2002. Mr. Franklin moved to this area eight years ago from Kansas City. He worked for Tracker Marine and loved to hunt and fish. His father preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife Nancy, of the home; his mother Mary R. Shaw, Kansas City; three children, Jennifer Parks, Fairbanks, Alaska, Anthony Franklin, Shreveport, Louisiana, Robin Franklin, of the home; two brothers, Jim Franklin and wife Cindy, Rayville, and Kevin Shaw and wife Lori, Austin, Texas, along with several aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services were held December 27 at the Tebo Baptist church. Burial was in Tebo Cemetery.

FRASHER, Daniel W. "DW"
b: Feb 4 1918, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
d: Apr 15 2004, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
bur: Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 19 2004 - Daniel W. "DW" Frasher, 86, Chilhowee, died Thursday, April 15, 2004, at Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia. He was born February 4, 1918, in Leeton, the son of the late John W. Frasher and the late Nannie B. Parker Frasher. On September 28, 1941, he married Elaine Gildersleeve in Osceola and had 50 years of marriage. On October 15, 1991, she preceded him in death. He was a lifelong resident of the Leeton area and a World War II veteran serving in the United States Army. He was a farmer, cattleman and horseman. Survivors include a son James Frasher and wife Kim E., Leeton; one granddaughter Laurie Frasher, Eureka springs, Arkansas, and one sister-in-law Margie Frasher of Windsor. One brother John W. Frasher, preceded him in death in March 2003. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 17, at the Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg. Burial was in Mineral Creek Cemetery in Leeton.

FRASHER, Elaine GILDERSLEEVE
b: Jun 28 1914, Shawnee Mound, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 15 1991, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Oct 18 1991 Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Elaine Frasher, 77, Chilhowee, died Tuesday, October 15, 1991, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. She was born June 28, 1914, at Shawnee Mound, the daughter of Frank and Sadie Elder Gildersleeve. On September 28, 1941, in Osceola, she was married to D. W. Frasher, who survives of the home. She was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Shawnee Mound. During her married life she attended the Methodist churches in Chilhowee and Leeton. Other survivors include a son, Jim Frasher, Leeton; two sisters, Mrs. Stella Callen and Mrs. Dorothy Thomas, both of Warrensburg; also a granddaughter. Funeral services will be Friday, October 18, at the United Methodist Church in Leeton. Burial will be in Mineral Creek Cemetery under the direction of the Holdren Funeral Home of Warrensburg.

FRASHER, John Jr.
b: Jun 11 1925, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
d: Mar 11 2003, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mar 14 2003 Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 13 2003 - John Frasher, Jr., 77, Windsor, died Tuesday, March 11, 2003, at his home in Windsor. He was born June 11, 1925, in Leeton, the son of John W. Frasher and Nannie B. (Parker) Frasher. On December 18, 1948, in Clinton, he married Marjorie F. Tweedy, who survives of the home. He served in the United States Army during World War II. He was a farmer and stockman. He also dealt with draft horses and enjoyed breaking them. He had lived in Leeton his entire life, until he retired in 1991, moving to Windsor. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie; a brother, D. W. Frasher, Chilhowee; a nephew, James B. Frasher, Leeton; a great-niece, Laurie Frasher; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, and many friends. Graveside services will be Friday, March 14, at the Calhoun Cemetery.

FRAVELL, Eugene Russell
b: abt 1924
d: 1994
bur: Cremation
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Eugene Russell Fravell, 70, Windsor, died Friday, May 6, 1994, at his home. Mr. Fravell was born in Gillispie, Illinois, and had lived in Windsor for a number of years. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Sue, of the home; three sons, Ernest Eric Fravell and James Robert Fravell, both of O'Fallon, and Damon Hugh Fravell, Houston, Texas. Consalus Funeral Home, Clinton, is in charge of arrangements. Cremation.

FRAZIER, James E.
b: n/a
d: Jan 25 1892, Hartwell, Henry Co, MO
bur: Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Jan 1892 - James E. Frazier died at Hartwell January 25 of grip and pneumonia. The attack was severe from the start. He was a highly respected citizen. One daughter in Jackson county and one in the Territory were unable to attend the funeral. Burial at Norris.

FRAZIER, Roger Lee
b: Oct 6 1944, Springfield, Greene Co, MO
d: Dec 22 2005
bur: Frazier Cemetery, Boaz, Christian Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 6 2006 - Roger Lee Frazier, the son of Floyd W. and Mayfred (Maples) Frazier, was born October 6, 1944, in Springfield. He died December 22, 2005, at the age of 61 years. He was raised in Clever where he was a dairy farmer and then he bought his own business of farm equipment sales. Later, he moved to Clinton where he worked at Golden Valley Ford Tractor for 18 years. In 2002 he moved to the Greenfield and Miller area to be near family. His parents preceded him in death. He is survived by a daughter Becky Lundy, and husband John, Greenfield; a son Brian Frazier and wife Kim, Miller; a stepson Wayne Thebeau, St. Louis; a sister Jo Etta Davis, Clever; a niece Terry Snowden and husband Kenny, Clever; seven grandchildren, Rachel McMahan, Megan Lundy, Kayla Jones, Faith Halbert, Brian Keith Frazier, Brandon Thebeau, Nicholas Thebeau; a great-niece Dawn Snowden and a great-nephew Dusty Snowden. Funeral services were Tuesday, December 27, 2005, in Meadors Funeral Home, Clever. His final resting place was in Frazier Cemetery, Boaz.

FRAZIER, Stan J.
b: 1950
d: 2001
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 16 2001 - Stan J. Frazier, 51, Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, formerly of Quincy, Illinois, died Tuesday morning, April 24, 2001, in his home. He was born January 12, 1950, in Quincy and was the son of Robert E. and Ruth E. Speckhart Frazier. He was a graduate of Quincy High School and Iowa State University. The 3M Company employed him as a senior electrical engineer for over 20 years. Surviving are his father, Robert E. Frazier of Quincy; a sister, Susan Scott and her husband, Dr. Kent Scott, Clinton; a niece, Molly Odum and her husband, Paul, Kansas City; a nephew, Christopher Frazier Scott and his wife, Allison, Richmond; a great-niece, Ansley Odum of Kansas City, and a great-nephew, Jacob Frazier Scott of Richmond. His mother, Ruth Frazier, preceded him in death. Memorial services will be held Saturday, May 19, at 10 a.m. in the Zehnder Robinson Stormer Cookson Funeral Home, Quincy, Illinois, by Rev. Stephen Scheuette. Inurnment will be in the Ellington Home Cemetery, Quincy.

FREDERICK, Forrest Kevin
b: Mar 11 1952, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 6 2003, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Oct 9 2003 Englewood Cemetery EA-FU, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 5 2003 - Forrest Kevin Frederick was born March 11, 1952, to Forrest Starr and Sarah Grace Woods Frederick in Clinton. He died at his home in Clinton on October 6, 2003, at the age of 51. He lived his entire life in Clinton and graduated from Clinton High School in 1970. After high school he attended Central Missouri. State University for a short time before going to Kansas City Watch and Jewelry School. When he came back to Clinton he was the third generation to run the family business of Frederick Jewelry. Kevin was married to Carlene Kay Wittig on June 2, 1972, and to this union one son was born, Forrest Todd Frederick. Kevin was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. As a youth he was in Boy Scouts and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. He was an active member of Clinton Elks Lodge and had served as Exalted Ruler. He held memberships in the Masonic Blue Lodge, Scottish Rite and Shrine and Clinton Rotary Club. He loved golf and being with people. His parents preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Carlene of the home; one son, Forrest Todd Frederick and wife Angela; two grandchildren, Katelyn Frederick and Dalton Johnson, all of Corpus Christi, Texas. Funeral services were held October 9 at the First Baptist Church of Clinton. Burial was in Deepwater Cemetery.

FREDERICK, Sarah Grace WOODS
b: Aug 20 1914, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 31 2003, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Feb 3 2003 Englewood Cemetery EA-FU, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 17 2003 - Sarah Grace Frederick was born August 20, 1914, in Henry County, daughter of Robb and Gracie Jane Williams Woods and lived her entire life in the Clinton area. She died January 31, 2003, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center at the age of 88 years. She graduated from Clinton High School and went on to attend Warrensburg Teacher College. She worked for the telephone company as an operator until her marriage in 1946 to Forrest S. Frederick. One son, Forrest Kevin, was born to this union. Sarah was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton where she was a Sunday School teacher for many years. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, three sisters, Prudence Davis, Inez Glasscock, Doris Woods, and one brother, Robert Woods. Survivors include her son, Kevin Frederick and wife Carlene, Clinton; one grandson, Forrest Todd Frederick and wife Angela; one great-granddaughter, Katelyn Alexis Frederick, and one step-great-grandson, Dalton Johnson, all of Atlantic Beach, Florida. Graveside services were held February 3 at Englewood Cemetery.

FREE, Webster
b: Feb 27 1926, Camilla, Mitchell Co, GA
d: Oct 24 2005, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~mojohnso/cemetery/Carpenter.txt">Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 27 2005 - Webster Free, 79, Chilhowee, died Monday, October 24, 2005, at Western Missouri Medical Center, Warrensburg. Funeral services will be held November 5 at Chilhowee United Methodist Church with burial in Carpenter Cemetery. He was born February 27, 1926 in Camilla, Georgia, son of Tonya and Lena Free. He married the former Hazel Verge. Preceding him in death are his parents, two sister, one brother, one son-in-law, Lewis Merritt. Survivors include his wife Hazel of the home; one son Webster Free Jr. and wife Charlotte, Kansas City; four daughters. Cathrine King and husband Reggie, Sacramento, California, Shirley Scott and husband Curtis, Atlanta, Georgia, Jennifer C. Merritt, Kansas City, Delores Free, Washington; one brother, Van Free, Atlanta, Georgia; plus numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

FREEMAN, Dale Perry
b: 1940
d: 2004
bur: Union/Weaver Cemetery, Cole Camp, Benton Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 28 2004 - Dale Perry Freeman, 64, Oak Grove and formerly of Calhoun, died Friday, December 24, 2004, at Monterey Park Nursing Home in Independence. He was born September 8, 1940, in Kansas, the son of John Fredrick Freeman and May Bell (Holton) Freeman. He married Martha Louise Freeman, who died February 20, 2000. He worked in the Maintenance department in the Calhoun School system before his retirement. He was a member of Drakes Chapel United Methodist Church, Clinton. Survivors include a daughter, Delisa Freeman Choudhary, Oak Grove; a brother Charlie Freeman, Windsor; three sisters, Barbara Boyd, Windsor, Shirley Krueger and Kathryn Bass, both of Emporia, Kansas; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by six brothers, Donald, a twin, John W., Richard, Howard, Ralph and Robert Freeman; three sisters, Patty Hutchison, Maxine Herron, Betty Pruet. Funeral services will be Thursday, December 30, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Cole Camp.

FREEMAN, Jessie Mae WARD
b: May 16 1929, LaMonte, Pettis Co, MO
d: Jan 12 2007, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Jan 17 2007 Laurel Oak Cemetery EA-FU, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 16 2007 - Jessie M. Freeman, 77, Windsor, died Friday, January 12, 2007, at the Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Windsor. She was born May 16, 1929, in LaMonte, the daughter of Glover Charles Ward and Dora Sophia (Walburn) Ward. On August 10, 1946, in Sedalia, she married Ralph Joseph Freeman, who died January 6, 2000. She was a homemaker and had worked at the former Windsor International Shoe Factory for many years. She was a faithful member and Sunday School teacher of Calvary Baptist Church, Windsor. Survivors include two sisters, Mary Handke, Harrisonville, and Juanita Willis, Archie; four nieces and a nephew. She was preceded in death by a son Jimmie Freeman; a brother Art Ward; a sister Lucy Owens; a grandson Kelly Scott Freeman; and a niece Shari Lynn Carman. Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 17, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

FREEMAN, Jimmie D.
b: Oct 15 1948, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 26 2002, near Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery EA-FU, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 29 2002 - Jimmie D. Freeman, 53, rural Windsor, died Friday, July 26, 2002, at his home near Windsor. He was born October 15, 1948, in Windsor, the son of Ralph Joseph Freeman and Jessie Mae (Ward) Freeman. He worked for the Gerbes Grocery Stores in Windsor and Versailles for several years. He also worked for Remington Arms in Lake City for several years. He served in the United States Army and was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church Windsor. Survivors include his mother, Windsor; a son, Robby Hellem, Chicago, Illinois; a half-sister, Ralphetta Wisecarver, Springfield; numberous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father; a son, Kelly Scott Freeman, and an uncle. Graveside funeral services will be Tuesday, July 30, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

FREEMAN, Marvin Marchel
b: May 4 1928
d: Nov 27 2002, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Dec 3 2002 Englewood Cemetery EA-FU, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Park Lawn Funeral Home, Kansas City, Liberty & Lathrop
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 2 2002 - Marvin Marchel Freeman, 74, died Wednesday night, November 27, 2002, in Kansas City. He had been ill for some time. Mr. Freeman retired from Kenworth Trucking Company after 21 years and was with the North Kansas City School District for 12 years. He was a veteran of the Korean War and was a staff sergeant. Funeral services will be held Monday, December 2, at Park Lawn Chapel in Liberty. Mr. Freeman is survived by his wife, the former Linda Rupe of Clinton, and four children, 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. There will be a private family interment in Englewood cemetery in Clinton on Tuesday, December 3.

FREEMAN, Ronald L.
b: Jul 21 1940, Carthage, IL
d: Apr 25 2007, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Apr 27 2007 Camp Butler National Cemetery, Springfield, IL
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 17 2007 - Ronald L. Freeman, son of Charles Ralph and Thelma Vass Freeman, was born July 21, 1940, in Carthage, Illinois, and died Wednesday, April 25, 2007, at his home in Clinton. Ronald was a career serviceman serving in the United States Navy and the United States Army. He was a life member of the VFW in Hamilton, Illinois, and a life member of the American Legion in Wickenburg, Arizona, where he also belonged to the 40 & 8. He is survived by his wife Rolleen of the home; one son Charles Freeman of Ingleside, Illinois, and one daughter Lori Niemeier of Pleasant Plains, Illinois; two stepsons, Doug Spackler of Clinton and Heath Spackler of St. Joseph; one stepdaughter Debbie Webber of Clinton; four brothers, Donald (Salty) Freeman of LaHarpe, Illinois, Gary Freeman of Carthage, Illinois, Mike Freeman of Crescent City, Illinois, and Dennis Freeman of Keokuk, Iowa; four sisters, Diane O'Neal, Carol Bern of Canton, Crystal Withers and Cathy Martens of Rolla; three grandchildren, Jimmie Niemeier, Lucas Niemeier and Thomas Jacob Wilsey, and six step-grandchildren, Jason Webber, Meghan Webber, Kyle Spackler, Taylor Spackler, Mason Spackler and Cole Spackler. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Friday, April 27. Military graveside services were held at the Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield, Illinois, on Monday, April 30.

FREEMAN, Ruby K. JENKINS
b: Jan 3 1939, Laredo, TX
d: Oct 6 2004, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Oct 9 2004 Laurel Oak Cemetery EA-FU, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 8 2004 - Ruby K. Freeman, 65, Windsor, died Wednesday afternoon, October 6, 2004, at the Kindred Hospital in Kansas City. She was born January 3, 1939, in Laredo, Texas, the daughter of Lester Lee Jenkins and Johnnie Lenora (Lancester) Jenkins. On April 30, 1982, in Miami, Oklahoma, she married Charles Leo Freeman, who survives of the home. She owned and operated a retail ceramic store in Windsor, giving lessons in ceramics, as well as selling her own creations. She also worked for several years at the former Windsor's Resthaven Nursing Home. She was a member of the Assembly of God Church, Boerne, Texas. In addition to her husband of the home, she is survived by her mother Lenora Shoemaker, Boerne, Texas; three sons, Gary Don Dunbar, Windsor, Jimmy Lee Jones, Newton, Kansas, and Douglas Ray Jones, Des Moines, Iowa; four daughters, Patricia Kay Jones, Windsor, Loretta Lea Wilson, Warrensburg, Diana Lynn Day, Coral springs, Florida, Vickie Sue Ball, Woodward, Oklahoma; two brothers, Lester Loyd Jenkins, Harper, Texas, Ronald Eugene Jenkins, Schertz, Texas; a sister, Dena Kay Geiger, Spring Branch, Texas; 17 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Frances Geneva Rice. Funeral services will be Saturday, October 9, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

FREEMAN, Sarah Elizabeth DUNNING
b: Feb 22 1865, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 18 1893
bur: Antioch Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Sarah Elizabeth Freeman, nee Dunning, was born in Clinton Feb. 22, 1865. She was educated in public schools of this city and was married to Professor A. W. Freeman October 13, 1881. She died November 18, 1893; aged 28. Leaves a husband and three children to mourn her loss. The funeral was largely attended Sunday and the remains were laid to rest in the cemetery north of town.

FREEMAN, Violet Florence PRICE
b: Mar 3 1910, near Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Mar 13 2005, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mar 18 2005 Englewood Cemetery EA-FU, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 31 2005 - Violet Florence Freeman was born to John and Ruth May Price on March 3, 1910, outside Osceola. She died March 12, 2005, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Clinton. violet's husband, A. R. "Gus" Freeman; her parents, two brothers and three sisters preceded her in death. Survivors include two sons, Thomas R. Freeman (and Luann) of North Oaks, Minnesota, Charles W. Freeman (and Shirley) of Alexandria, Virginia; three sisters, Elsie Drake, West Plains, Leona Harper, West Plains, Janelle Dunnum, Rancho Mirage, California; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren (and one expected in April). The second oldest daughter in a family of nine, Violet attended schools in St. Clair County. She moved to Clinton and married Gus Freeman August 20, 1931. While rearing their two sons, Violet worked with Gus at Byrum and Freeman Drugs and Sporting Goods Store. During their 26 years of business, she did a variety of tasks but her efforts were focused on women's cosmetics. Although much of her time was involved in helping at the drug store, she had a unique interest and eye for antiques. She started collecting antiques early - much before it became so popular. She could spot a treasure in a pile of junk. Later she privately bought and sold antiques on a small scale. As antiques became more expensive, she turned to collecting items such as dolls and other small items. She had great fun visiting garage sales, auctions and flea markets around town. She had an amazing talent for predicting the next popular collectible. Violet loved the game of bridge. After a number of years, she developed into a highly skilled and respected player of duplicate bridge. She enjoyed the companionship of the other ladies as well as the competitiveness of the game. As an excellent cook, Violet's delicious pies, yeast breads and cinnamon rolls were among her hallmarks. Family gatherings were always a feast. She insisted that her young grandchildren be seated along side the adults. Of course, the meal was not complete without the proper table presentation featuring fine china, silver, linens, flowers and candles. In general, Violet loved food. Sometimes she would reflect on a food preference by posing the question, "Is there anything better than a baked potato?" Throughout life, Violet demonstrated a warm, friendly, outgoing personality. She always encouraged others to do their best and persevere. She did not complain nor did she allow her sons to dwell on the negative without a corrective nudge. A loving wife and mother, her devotion and interest in her family never wavered. Even when her son's mischievous acts and accidents tested her limits, she demonstrated patience and a calm demeanor. As her sons grew older, she followed their careers and accomplishments. Even though they lived far distances, she never made them feel guilty. Being with extended family at the lake cottage in Minnesota, Violet loved watching the grandchildren play and swim in the lake. As they grew, she shared her craft of baking as well as her skill of cleaning fish. When Violet was faced with giving up her home and relinquishing her total independent lifestyle, she continued to be positive and handled the transition with the same kind of grace she demonstrated during other major life changes. At the age of 93, she once again showed her sons that she still possessed that strong independent spirit and keen business ability by marketing her own cherished automobile and other important possessions. Violet did not have a cell phone, internet account, I-Pod, or any of the trappings of a technological age. However, she remained fully engaged in the community and world in which she lived. At age 95, she remained tolerant, patient and connected with people. She loved to laugh, was slow to anger, did things in moderation and loved being around family and friends. In admiration of her long and successful life, her family says "Well done, Mom." Memorial services were held Friday, March 18, at the First Baptist Church. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

FRENCH, Darrel L.
b: Sep 7 1922
d: Feb 21 1994, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Darrell L. French, 71, died Monday, February 21, 1994 at Ellett Memorial Hospital in Appleton City. Mr. French spent most of his life in the Deepwater and Lowry City area where he worked as a farmer. He moved to Appleton City in 1974 where he spent the rest of his life. Darrell was a member of the Ohio Christian Church and belonged to the Truman Lake Car Club. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, J. M., John Harold, and Ira Eugene French, and one sister, Lucille Dodson. He is survived by his wife, Florene, of the home; one son, Kenny French, Appleton City. Funeral services will be Thursday, February 24, 1994 at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City. Burial will be in the Appleton City Cemetery.

FRENCH, George
b: Jun 12 1825, Russell Co, KY
d: Jul 14 1908, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jul 18 1908 - George french, one of Clinton's pioneer citizens, who lived at 712 East Ohio, died of cramp colic Tuesday morning after an illness of only a few hours. Born in Russell county, Ky. June 25 1825 and came to this state in 1854 and for many years had lived where he died, being tenderly cared for by his daughter Mrs. Susan Groff. He had been blind for a number of years and his wife died three years ago last December. Five children, four surviving: John D., prominent farmer near Finey; Mrs. Bettie Martin who lives in Bethlehem township; Mrs. Groff and Mrs. America Morris, Saline County. A brother Jim James French, lives in LaRue county, Ky. and arrived in time for the funeral at Bethlehem, in charge of the Masons.

FRENCH, John D.
b: Dec 6 1848, Taylor Co, KY
d: May 7 1922, near Finey, Henry Co, MO
bur: Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - John D. French died at his home 18 miles southeast of Clinton, near Finey, Sunday, May 7th. He had been suffering for more than a year with cancer. He underwent several operations in hopes of a cure, which could not be effected. He had suffered most intensely. Death came as a release from pain. Deceased was born in Taylor county, Ky., Dec. 6, 1848, making him 73 years, 6 months and 1 day of age. He came to Missouri in 1854. Henry county had been his home ever since. He lived on the home place where he died for the past 41 years. It was a beautiful stock farm of more than a thousand acres. He loved the beautiful Henry county hills and the sleek cattle of his herds. His home had the typical hospitality of the Southland. Bro. French was a good husband, a true father, a kind and obliging neighbor. He was our friend 7 days in the week. We have dined at his table and slept in his bed, shared his generous hospitality. He was loved by all. He was married to Miss Mary Reed in 1872. To this union one son was born, C. W. French, who lived near the old home farm. His first wife died in 1878. He had one grandson by this first marriage, Everett French. Thirty years ago he was married to Miss Almira Eckhardt. He leaves her, his son and grandson to mourn his death, also the following sisters: Mrs. Carrie Groff and Mrs. Curt Martin, southeast of Clinton; Mrs. America A. Morris, Nelson, Saline county. Along middle life he made a profession of religion but never united with any church. He told us with his own mouth that he had made peace with his God. He was willing and ready to go at any time. By faith he was a Baptist. He had often said that the way was clear, there was nothing in the way, he had lived a life that he was not afraid to die. The funeral services were at Parks Chapel, Monday afternoon. His body laid in the lot he recently purchased, as he was preparing for his burial.

FRENCH, Patricia Ann PARSONS
b: Jun 23 1940, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
d: Jul 23 2004, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville & Garden City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 28 2004 - Mrs. Patricia Ann French of Creighton was born June 23, 1940 in Kansas City, the daughter of Jack Bernard and Edith Marjorie (DeWeese) Parsons. She departed this life Friday, July 23, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 64 years and one month. On July 25, 1958, Patricia was united in marriage to Forest Otho French in Raytown. Patricia was a homemaker. She had previously been employed as a professional baker at Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg, for four years. She was of the Baptist faith. She had lived in Kingston and Hamilton before moving to Creighton in 2003. She was preceded in death by her fathers, Jack Parsons and Edgar Beatty. She is survived by her husband Forest O. French of the home; one son Dannie French and wife Karen, Clinton; three daughters, Cheri Nickles and husband Tim, Mack's Creek, Christi Zimmerman and husband Gene, Orrick, and Jacki Cameron and husband David, San Antonio, Texas; 10 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; her mother Mrs. Marge Beatty, Camdenton; one brother Ed Parsons, Camdenton; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Monday, July 26, at Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City.

FRENCH, Ruth
b: Aug 17 1826, Taylor Co, KY
d: Dec 28 1904, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Dec 31 1904 - Mrs. George French, after being bedfast about three years, passed peacefully away Wednesday morning, about one, at her home on East Ohio. About 18 years ago, she had the typhoid fever, which settled on her lungs, and her health has been poor ever since. She was born in Taylor County, Ky., August 17, 1826 and married George French in the same county in which she was born, October 14, 1847; shortly after they came to Illinois; lived therer four years; in 1854, moved to Henry County on a farm in Bethlehem township on which they lived until 15 years ago when they moved to Clinton. Five children, all living except one son Henry, who died in his 14th year. Three of the children were with their mother when the Lord called for her - John D., who lives near Finey; Mrs. Caroline Groff, who has been living with and taking care of her aged parents for several years; Mrs. A. C. Martin of Bethlehem township, and Mrs. Milt Morris, now living in Saline county, this state. Mrs. French had been a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church for about 40 years. She was usually called "Aunt Ruth" and was one of those sweet, good humored, smooth tempered women, always loking on the bright side of life. Short funeral services at the home, then burial in Bethlehem Cemetery.

FRERICHS, Brenda Gay CRAIG
b: Nov 8 1953, Corpus Christi, TX
d: Aug 16 2007, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Aug 20 2007 Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Shelbyville, IL
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 31 2007 - Brenda Gay Frerichs was born November 8, 1953, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Robert L. and Lenora Mayjean Jarrell Craig. She died at the age of 53 on August 16, 2007, in Clinton. She married Dale Frerichs on June 9, 1979, in Litchfield, Illinois. She loved to bowl and was a member of the Thursday Night Lawson Cattle Farm bowling team and was a member of the WIBC. She also loved to go to the boats. Brenda is survived by her husband Dale, a duaghter Brandalyn Frerichs, and a son Bryce Frerichs, all of the home; a son Brian Frerichs and wife Lydia, and two grandchildren, Aiden Frerichs and BeBe, all of Brownwood, texas; her stepfather Terry Ragan of Warsaw; one brother Robert Craig and wife Sally, Martinsville, Indiana, and one sister Carrie Grobl and husband Karl, San Diego, California. She was preceded in death by her mother Mayjean Ragan; her father Robert L. Craig, and a sister Heidi Craig Rottler. Services for Brenda were held on August 20, at the River Church in Warsaw. Graveside services were held August 21 at Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Shelbyville, Illinois.

FRERKING, Julie Ann FITZGEREL
b: Mar 7 1950, Higginsville, Lafayette Co, MO
d: May 7 2003, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Oak Grove Community Cemetery, N of Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 9 2003 - Julie Ann Frerking, 53, Warrensburg, died Wednesday, May 7, 2003, at Research Medical Center, Kansas City. She was born March 7, 1950, in Higginsville, daughter of Francis Fitzgerel and Opal A. Huddleston Fitzgerel. She was a 1968 graduate of Higginsville High School and received her BS degree from central Missouri State University in 1990. She was working as a social worker for the Clinton School District. She was a member of the Cedar Grove Christian Church of Mayview, Phi Kappa Phi at CMSU and the National Social Work Organization. Survivors include two daughters, Tina Freeman and Teresa Kinder, both of Kansas City; her mother, Opal A. Pryor, Warrensburg; a sister, Virginia Tennil, Ashland; two brothers, Robert Fitzgerel, Sedalia, and Travis Pryor, Longmont, Colorado; four grandchildren, Ashley and Brittany Freeman and Bailey and Adam Kinder. Her father, Francis Fitzgerel and stepfather, Olin O. Pryor, preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held Sunday, May 11, at the Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg. Burial will be in the Oak Grove Community Cemetery, north of Warrensburg.

FREUND, Elsie BATES
b: n/a
d: 2001
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 5 2001 - Elsie Bates Freund, wife of the late H. Louis Freund, died Monday, June 25, 2001, and was buried in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, with a private burial. A memorial service will be observed at Parkway Heights in Little rock at 2 p.m. Friday, July 6.

FREUND, H. Louis
b: abt 1905
d: 1999
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 1 2000 - Louis Freund, 94, died Wednesday, December 29, 1999, at his home in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was a native Clintonian and a painter, teacher, activist and historic preservationist. A number of his paintings are in the Henry County museum's Adair Annex. Mr. Freund is survived by his wife of 16 years, Elsie Bates Freund, also a fine artist. His death was due to pneumonia but he was active to the very end, writing letters and distributing his art. Graveside services were in the Eureka Springs, Arkansas cemetery, followed by a "memorial celebration" for his friends. A story about Mr. Freund's life and career will appear in a coming edition of The Democrat.

FREUND, Harry Louis Sr.
b: Aug 15 1860, Minersville, PA
d: Dec 3 1906, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery EA-FU, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Dec 8 1906 - Our city was suddenly saddened Monday evening about 7 by the news that H. L. Freund was dead. It seemed impossible. We hoped that we were mistaken. He had been suffering with stomach and kidney trouble for the past year but not even his most intimate friends realized his condition. He doctored with home physicians; several seeks ago went to Wagoner, I.T. to try the mineral waters, and then to a specialist in Kansas City but all to no avail. Monday he said he felt much better and attended to his business duties until almost noon when he complained of feeling worse and fell to the floor. His wife ran to him but was unable to get him to get up so called her father A. C. Avery. They summoned Drs. Jennings and Haire but before they arrived he had breathed his last. Mr. Freund was born in Pennsylvania August 12, 1860 and became a member of the Lutheran church. His parents both died when he was about 11. His first wife died a number of years ago, leaving a daughter, Miss Livinia, who was visiting relatives in Shreveport, La., at the time of her father's death. About four years ago, he married Mrs. Evelyn Avery Joseph, youngest daughter of A. C. Avery and wife and to this union a baby son was born 15 months ago and became the delight of the father's life. Mr. Freund has been with the Emerson & Marlow Company about 12 years and has been located in Clinton six years as manager of the Clinton Produce Company. He had a bright cheery temperament, full of love and kindness and in his six years in Clinton, we have never heard one person say a word against him. He was a member of the K.P.'s, W.O.W. and Royal Arcanium of Chicago.

FREY, Edward Wayne "Eddy"
b: Feb 4 1971, Independence, Jackson Co, MO
d: Feb 17 2008, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
bur: Feb 21 2008 Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 20 2008 - Edward "Eddy" Wayne Frey, 37, Brownington, died unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2008. Graveside services will be at Maplewood Cemetery Thursday, Feb. 21. He was born on Feb. 4, 1971, in Independence, the last child of Jack Orville and Dorene (Weir) Frey. He went to school in the Independence area and had one year of college, which helped him with a job he held at Pathways, Clinton. Most of all he will be remembered as a man of many skills and talents. It seemed that there was nothing he couldn't create with his hands. He was a wonderful example of giving back to God the things that had been so freely given to him. a quiet man, he loved hunting, fishing, cooking and most of all he loved his family. He lived for the outdoors and was most content when he was able to be outside. An intelligent man, he was able to draw up his own blueprints for almost any kind of project. An accomplished stone mason and carpenter, much that could be found in and around his home and his mother's house he had handmade himself. He is survived by his mother Dorene Williams, Brownington; his brothers Dale Dyke (Elizabeth), Chilhowee, and Steve Frey (Sharon), Brownington; five stepbrothers, Randy Williams, Wisconsin, Rusty of Independence, Rick of Independence, Brent of Independence and Ron of Marshall; one stepsister Brenda Thomason of Marshall, and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his stepfather Russell Williams, and a sister Deborah Newfield.

FRICK, Thelma Olivia
b: abt 1921
d: Jun 18 2004, Georgetown, TX
bur: Jun 22 2004 Mount Olivet Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 21 2004 - Thelma Olivia Frick, 83, Belton, Texas, formerly of Clinton, died Friday, June 18, 2004, at a nursing center in Georgetown, Texas. Funeral mass was held Monday, June 21, at the Christ The King Catholic Church, Belton, Texas. Burial will be Tuesday in the Mount Olivet Cemetery, Kansas City. Preceding her in death were her husband, Lawrence Frick in 1978; one son, Henry Carl Frick, and one daughter, Mary Frances Frick. Survivors include one son, James L. Frick, Round Rock, Texas; two daughters, Margaret A. Parsons, Round Rock, Texas, Linda Frick, Belton, Texas; two sisters, Harriett Scheer, Kansas, Mary McCurry, Grain Valley; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

FRIDLEY, Charles Harold
b: Sep 5 1917, near Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 25 2001, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Oct 27 2001 Laurel Oak Cemetery EA-FU, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 26 2001 - Charles Harold Fridley, 84, Aurora, died Thursday morning, October 25, 2001, at the Windsor Health Care and Rehabilitation Nursing Home. He was born September 5, 1917, in Henry County, near Windsor, the son of Charles J. Fridley and Flora O. (Snapp) Fridley. In June 1948 at the Christian Church in Windsor, he married Dorothy (Dottie) L. King, who died February 14, 1996. He worked at the Ford Motor Company, as a police officer, the old Pratt & Whitney Plant during World War II, all in Kansas City. He owned drive-in restaurants in Marionville, Camdenton and Eldon. He was a salesman for the Springfield Wholesale Grocery Store in Springfield. He was a member of the First Christian Church, Aurora. Survivors include two sisters, Helen Wilson, Windsor, and Betty Fogel, Lakeland, Florida, and several nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Veda Zeller. Graveside funeral services will be Saturday, October 27, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery.

FRIDLEY, Florence Pauline WISKUR
b: Nov 5 1919, Burlington, Coffey Co, KS
d: Mar 22 1996, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mar 24 1996 Laurel Oak Cemetery EA-FU, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Florence Pauline Fridley, 76, Windsor, died Friday, March 22, 1996, at the Truman Valley Healthcare Nursing Home in Windsor. She was born November 5, 1919, in Burlington, Kansas, the daughter of Nicholas Edward Wiskur and Anna Pearl Lafferty Wiskur. On June 27, 1945, in Warrensburg, she married Roy E. Fridley, who survives of the home. During her high school days, her family moved to Humansville, but she stayed behind at the request of her high school principal, who couldn't bear to lose his star catcher on the school's baseball team. After graduation, she joined her family in Missouri and soon afterwards, she and her two older brothers moved to rural Windsor and took up farming. It was at this time that she met, was courted by and then married Roy E. Fridley. She sold Avon beauty products in Windsor, worked as a checker at Gerbes Supermarket; cooked at the Windsor Hospital and later became the head cook at the Windsor Senior Center, when the center first opened. She worked there for six years until her retirement in 1983. She was a member of the Windsor United Methodist Church. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Norvel Fridley, Independence; a daughter, Jeanette de la Torre, Jefferson City; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; five brothers, Joe Wiskur, Raytown, Neal Wiskur, Overland Park, Ks., Bob Wiskur, Hughesville, Dale Wiskur, Harrisonville, Clinton Wiskur, Archie; three sisters, Winnie McCracken, Humansville, Rose Nichols, Cortez, Colorado, Dorothy Kohake, Shawnee, Ks. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Mrs. Fridley was preceded in death by two brothers, Lawrence and Frank. Funeral services were Sunday, March 24, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

FRIEDMEYER, Margaret YORK
b: 1908
d: 2002
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 9 2002 - Mrs. Margaret Friedmeyer died Monday, July 8, 2002, at her home in California, Missouri. She was born April 3, 1908, in Pittsburg, Kansas, and moved to California with her first husband, Mayo York, in the 1930s. She married Harold Friedmeyer in 1972 and he preceded her in death in 1997. She has several nieces and nephews and two stepdaughters, Sarah Hollowell of Sacramento, and Martha Friedmeyer of Clinton; two step-grandsons, William Hollowell of Solvang, California, and Michael Friedmeyer of Chicago, Illinois. The funeral will be Wednesday, July 10, at 2 p.m. at the Weber Funeral Home in California, Missouri.

FRIEND, Elizabeth
b: Sep 3 1859, Guernsey Co, OH
d: Feb 8 1888, 1 mi N of Lewis Station, Henry Co, MO
bur: Lewis Station Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Feb 18 1888 - Died, Mrs. Elizabeth Friend, at her home one mile north of Lewis, Feb 8, 1888, of pacruta previa. She was born in Guernsey county, Ohio, September 3, 1859, and removed with her parents to Iowa when she was 19. She was reared there and married to James Friend Nov. 1 1866. Six years later, they moved to Missouri and have spent most of the time in Henry County. They had ten children, seven now living, three girls and four boys, and all of them at home. We understand she was not a member of any church but was a strong believer in religion. Burial in the Lewis cemetery.

FRIEND, Jonathan
b: Sep 4 1813, Virginia
d: May 8 1892, Henry Co, MO
bur: May 9 1892 Lewis Station Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - In Memory of Jonathan Friend - He was born; he is dead! How unalterable are these two great truths. Jonathan Friend was born in Virginia September 4, 1813; married Mary A. Dean January 6, 1836; emigrated to Illinois for several years; moved to Ionia, Missouri; thence to Henry County in 1870, where he spent the rest of his life, which closed Sunday morning, May 8, 1892. He was 88?. He united with the M. E. church in early manhood. His wife preceded him to the better world December 9, 1899, and was born in 1818 and professed religion at an early age. They had nine children, all living but one boy who died in infancy; two daughters living in Ionia; a son in the Indian territory and the rest of the children in Henry County. After his companion died, Mr. Friend was never satisfied and told his children at different times that he had thought of putting an end to his life but they prevailed on him not to think of such a thing and watched and tenderly cared for him. Still he was not satisfied and at times his mind seemed affected and it is thought he was in this state when he put an end to his life by taking an overdose of laudanum at the residence of his son-in-law, Milton Garrison, where he was making his home. Prayers ascend to Heaven for blessings on those he left behind. Monday, May 9, at 3 p.m., services were held over the remains at the M.E. Church in Lewis Station by Rev. Flummer and Mr. Friend was placed in Lewis cemetery, to await the resurrection morn.

FRIEND, Martin
b: abt 1859
d: 1895
Clinton MO - Martin Friend of Brownington, who was bitten last March by a rabid dog, died last Sunday morning at 8. Married and leaves a wife and two children, one about six months old and the other six years old. At the time he was bitten, the wound was a very slight one and paid little or no attention to it but about a week prior to his death he began to develop a genuine case of hydrophobia. His sufferings for the last five or six days were agonizing in the extreme. For about 24 hours before death, the convulsions became much more frequent and he was almost continuously unconscious and it required several men to hold him and he was finally bound down to the floor. Those who witnessed his sufferings say that was a sight they never wish to see again. Dr. Russell did everything in his power for the unfortunate man.

FRIEND, Mary A. DEAN
b: Mar 4 1818, Pendleton Co, WV
d: Dec 9 1889, Henry Co, MO
bur: Lewis Station Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Nov 16 1889 - Mary A. Friend (nee Dean) was born in Pendleton County, West Virginia and married J. R. Friend in 1836. United with the M. E. Church when quite young. They settled in Henry County near Brownington, recently moved to Deepwater. As the sun sets behind the western horizon, so her life closed Monday evening, Dec. 9. She was born in 1818 and was the mother of nine children, all living but two. All of the remaining part of the family are religious, except two, and the going before of this Christian mother makes heaven the dearer to this broken band. She has no sister and but one brother to mourn her loss and that is G. W. Dean, who lives on his farm some two miles north of Lewis, who is well known in this county and has been living here some twenty years. Services at Lewis Cemetery.

FRIEZE, Billie Reed
b: 1927
d: 2001
bur: Stockton Cemetery, Stockton, Cedar Co, MO
Oak Grove, MO - Billie Reed Frieze was born in Cedar County, Missouri on August 31, 1927 the first child of Cleo Jonah and Della Mae Hickman Frieze. He died at 3 p.m., Thursday, October 11, 2001 at his home in Oak Grove. He grew up in the Wagoner area and was a graduate Stockton High School. While attending the University of Missouri at Columbia, he met Dorothy Elizabeth Biellier, and on April 16, 1948, in Lawrence County, Missouri they were married. To this union were born six children: David Lewis, Diana Lee, Linda Mae, Mary Catherine, Ellen Elizabeth and Alice Marie. Bill taught school for a short period of time at Anderson, and the family lived in Springfield, Republic and a home near the Hopewell Baptist Church, of which he was a member, on Cedar Creek southwest of Stockton Here he spent many years farming and stock raising. Later, he became an insurance adjuster for New York Life Insurance Company working in Springfield and Kansas City. In 1964 Bill moved his family to Oak Grove to be nearer his office in Kansas City. He spent the remainder of his life at the old home at 1409 Broadway. Bill was a trained television and radio repairman and set up shop in his basement and was also employed at Plaza TV in Blue Springs. He enjoyed working with his hands, especially outdoors, building, cutting wood, repairing engines along with woodcarving, fishing, computers and the stock market. He loved being around his children and grandchildren and was a very proud and supportive father and grandfather. He was preceded in death by an infant brother, Kenneth Bayne; his father Cleo in 1982 and his mother Della in 1998. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Dorothy, of the home; two brothers and their wives, Kent and Sue Frieze and Keith and Shirley Frieze, all of Springfield; six children and their spouses, David and Julia Frieze of Kansas City, Diana and Doug Arendt of Fort Worth, Texas; Linda and Johnny Everhart of Blairstown; Mary and Stuart Welter of Eureka; Ellen and Gary Thompson of Camdenton, and Alice and Kent Day of Salina, Kansas; eight grandchildren, Stephanie Frieze, Jon, Katie and Simon Welter, Riley and Oliver Thompson, Ashley and Bonnie Snyder; two favorite cousins and their spouses, Peggy and Jerry Steelman of Springfield and Joe and Alta Frieze of Stockton; plus many other friends and relatives. Burial was Sunday, October 14, at Stockton Cemetery, Stockton, Missouri.

FRISBIE, Katherine Ann GOODRICH
b: Nov 17 1946, Bimidji, MN
d: Oct 19 2002, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Oct 21 2002 Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 21 2002 - Katherine Ann Frisbie was born November 17, 1946 in Bimidji, Minnesota, to Richard James and Beryle (Elliott) Goodrich. She died Saturday, October 19, 2002, at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City. She was married to Raymond Frisbie in Miami, Oklahoma, on October 30, 1987. They made their home in Belton, until moving to Lowry City in 1996. She was a clerk/typist for many years for the USGA. She was last employed at the Missouri Division of Family Services in Clinton. She was a member of Chapter #30, Order of the Eastern Star. She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Raymond "Doug" Frisbie, of the home; two daughters, Cindy Foth of Peabody, Kansas, and Vicki Winter of Overland Park, Kansas; two stepdaughters, Penny Kuykendall of Belton and Tammy Bryson of Kansas City; one stepson, Dog Frisbie of Kansas City; one brother, Michael Goodrich of Tucson, Arizona; nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Monday, October 21, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel. Burial was in Lowry City Cemetery.

FRISTOE, Mary E. PICKERILL
b: Mar 29 1886, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 2 1993, Thorton, CO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery EA-FU, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Mary E. Fristoe, 107, Thorton, Colorado, died Thursday, December 2, at the Alpine Manor Nursing Home in Thorton. She was born March 29, 1886, in Windsor, the daughter of George Fisher Pickerill and Mary Edna Baker Pickerill. She married Owen E. Fristoe, who preceded her in death in 1950. She lived in the Windsor and Kansas City areas before moving to Thornton in 1967. She was a homemaker and a member of the Windsor First Christian Church. Survivors include two nieces, Zelma Lee Oechsli, Kansas City, and Helen Ford, Grandview; a nephew, Darius F. Pickerill, Carson City, Nevada. Several great, great-great and great-great-great nieces and nephews also survive. The body was cremated. Committal services are pending at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

FRITTS, Sharon Ann KINYON
b: Oct 5 1947, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 27 2003, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Oct 29 2003 Englewood Cemetery EA-FU, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 18 2003 - Sharon Ann Fritts, 56, Clinton, died on October 27, 2003, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. She was born in Clinton October 5, 1947, to Thomas Wilbur and Nina Maxine (Beardslee) Kinyon. She graduated from Clinton High School in 1965. In 1969 Sharon graduated from Central Missouri State University with a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics. She later completed graduate studies at Oklahoma State University. Sharon was employed as a social worker for the Missouri Department of Social Services from 1971 until 1974. On April 20, 1974, Sharon married Jerry LeRoy Fritts at the United Methodist Church of Clinton. She resided with her husband in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she was employed as legal secretary. After her husband's retirement in 1998, they returned to Clinton. In April 2003, Sharon retired as the Social Security Disability Claims representative for the law firm of Cason, Edgett and Mahan. She is survived by her husband, Jerry, of the home, and by a brother, Bill Kinyon, Clinton. Graveside services were held at the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, on Wednesday, October 29. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

FRITZ, Raymond G. "Ray"
b: Feb 26 1937, Dayton, Montgomery Co, OH
d: Dec 2 2005, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Dec 5 2005 Laurel Oak Cemetery EA-FU, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 5 2005 - Raymond G. "Ray" Fritz, 68, of Windsor, Missouri, died Friday morning, December 2, 2005, at his home in Windsor, Mo. He was born February 26, 1937, in Dayton, Ohio, the son of Leonard Theodore Fritz and Anna Olive (Lauver) Fritz. On October 17, 1959, at Whiteman Air Force Base, Knob Noster, he married Carol Ann Tullis, who survives of the home. Ray graduated in, 1955, from Roosevelt High School, in Dayton Ohio. He retired from the United States Air Force, after 20 years and 6 days of service, having served in North Africa, Vietnam, Newfoundland and Hawaii. After his retirement from the military, he worked at Gardner-Denver, in Sedalia, Mo. He was an avid sports fan, especially of football, and enjoyed riding motorcycles and crappie fishing. He attended First Baptist Church, Windsor. In addition to his wife, Ray is survived by a son, Ray Fritz, Jr., Marysville, California; a daughter, Kelly Fritz, Blue Springs, Mo.; 5 grandchildren, James Fritz, Kristen Fritz, Sandra Fritz, Tabitha Fritz and Kristen Fritz; 2 sisters, Janet Curtis, Clayton, Ohio; Edy Wine, Dayton, Ohio; a brother, Gary Fritz, Palm Bay, Florida; his mother-in-law, Alice Tullis; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Leonard Kent Fritz. Funeral services will be Monday, December 5, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, Mo. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

FRIZZELL, Robert Lee
b: Jul 21 1926, Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 16 2005, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Jun 18 2005 Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 30 2005 - Robert L. Frizzell, son of Volley Albert and Grace May (Hobbs) Frizzell, was born July 21, 1926, in Deepwater and died at the Missouri Veterans Home, Warrensburg, June 16, 2005, at the age of 78 years. He was married to Ethel May (Palmer) Frizzell, who preceded him in death January 15, 1997. He was in the United States Marine Corps during World War II. He was a steel worker. He was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church and VFW Post 1000, both of Independence and the United Steel Workers. He is survived by three sons, Donnie Frizzell of Centerview, and Leslie C. Frizzell of Bates City, as well as several grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, Saturday, June 18. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery, Clinton.

FRY, Betty J. MADARIS LeBOW
b: abt 1932
d: 1992
bur: Maple Hill Cemetery, Kansas City, Wyandotte Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Betty J. Fry, 60, Kansas City, Kansas, died Tuesday, May 26, 1992, at Bethany Medical Center. Mrs. Fry was born in Deepwater and had lived in the Kansas City area since 1960. She was an Avon representative for the pat 12 years and the president of the club. Prior to this she was a clerk at Kendall's Thriftway from 1967 to 1977. Surviving are her husband, William A. Fry, of the home; a son, Thomas E. LeBow, Jr. of Kansas City, Kansas; three daughters, Sharon K. Akers, Kansas City, Kansas, Marguerite L. (Renie) Anderson, Kansas City, Kansas, and Deborah A. McHenry, Kansas City, Missouri; her mother and stepfather, Velma and Tom Ritter, Clinton; two stepdaughters, Pamala D. Allen of Dallas, Texas, and Sherrie L. Brinkoetter of Joplin; 16 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at the Maple Hill Chapel with burial in Maple Hill Cemetery.

FRY, Roy Keith
b: abt 1964, Kansas City, Wyandotte Co, KS
d: Nov 27 2008, Kansas City, Wyandotte Co, KS
bur: Dec 2 2008 Maple Hill Cemetery, Kansas City, Wyandotte Co, KS
arr: Maple Hill Funeral Home, Kansas City, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 1 2008 - Roy Keith Fry, 44, Clinton, died Thursday, Nov. 27, 2008, at University of Kansas Medical Center. Funeral services will be on Tuesday, Dec. 2, at Maple Hill Funeral Home, 3300 Shawnee Drive, Kansas City, Kansas. Burial will be in Maple Hill Cemetery. Roy was born in Kansas City, Kansas. He was a nurse for several hospitals in Kansas , Oklahoma and Texas. Ray was baptized and a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Clinton. Survivors include his father Roy A. Fry, Suprise, Arizona; his mother Sandra L. Kamm-Fry; two brothers, Mike R. Fry and Toby Joe Fry; two sisters, Lisa M. Fry, all of Clinton, and Lori L. Dunn, Saint Jo, Texas; paternal grandmother Mary Elizabeth Franco, Lebanon, nieces and nephews, Jessica and Elizabeth Fry and Dallas and Jimmy Roberts.

FRYDAY, David M.
b: Feb 16 1918, Oklahoma
d: Aug 27 1997, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Aug 30 1997 Sardis South Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - David M. Fryday, 79, Windsor, died Wednesday, August 27, 1997, at his home in Windsor. He was born February 16, 1918, in Oklahoma, the son of Bennie Friday and Josephine (Anderson) Friday. On January 7, 1957, in Kansas City, he married Grace Olivia Avery, who preceded him in death November 16, 1984. Mr. Fryday worked in a variety of jobs in the Windsor and Kansas city areas. Survivors include a daughter, Lenora Jones, Tulsa, Oklahoma; two granddaughters, Kendra and Candace; four brothers, Frank Friday, Tulsa, Ok., Jimmy Friday, Boynton, Ok., Theoplis Friday, Wichita, Kansas, and Nathaniel Friday, El Reno, Ok.; two sisters, Joella Carter, Tulsa, Ok., and Charlezetta Darwin, state of Kansas; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday, August 30, 2 p.m., at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Sardis Cemetery, near Calhoun.

FRYLING, Lois L. COMBS
b: Sep 19 1862, 8 mi E of Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 2 1928
bur: Englewood Cemetery EA-FU, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, 1928 - At 8:30 a.m. Monday, July 2, the spirit of Mrs. W. H. Fryling left its earthly abode to dwell in the land of the blessed. This dear wife and mother had been in poor health the past several years, having strokes of paralysis at different times. On Wednesday, June 20, the fatal stroke came, and she was unable to talk from that time on. Her death came as though closing her eyes in sleep. The husband and children were with her constantly during her last illness, ministering to her every want, and they with physician and others who loved her, did everything possible for human hands to do to prolong her stay on earth, but God had called for her. Deceased's maiden name was Lois Combs, she being a daughter of W. H. and Elizabeth Ewing Combs, who emigrated from Clark county, Mo., to Henry county in 1851. They were among the oldest settlers in this county, residing eight miles east of Clinton, where Mrs. Fryling was born on September 19, 1862. In the year 1879, she was united in marriage with W. H. Fryling, they locating on the Combs homestead east of town, where they resided until coming to Clinton in 1917. This happy union was blessed with three children, all living to comfort the lonely companion. They are: Mrs. A. B. Munday and Mrs. E. H. Loft, both of Sedalia, and Curtis Fryling, at the home. She is also survived by one sister, Mrs. C. D. Hutcherson, of Hepler, Kans., who was here for a week during Mrs. Fryling's illness, and one brother, W. H. Combs, of Gilman City, Mo.; also two grandchildren - Pauline Munday and Jack Loft. Mrs. Fryling had been a member of the Baptist church for many years. A gentle spirit has gone on, one that was kind to everybody. Her influence will be ever felt. She gave herself, on all occasions, unstintingly to her Lord, her home, her neighbors. Her home was ever open to all with its real Christian hospitality. It can be truly said that she was loved by all who knew her. The ladies of the different organizations of the church were always glad whenever a meeting was to be held in her home, as she made it so pleasant for them. She was of a quiet, unassuming nature, but so willing to help in any way. She loved flowers, and her yard and garden contained some of the most choice kind, as well as potted plants in the house. These she unselfishly shared with neighbors and friends. It can be said of her, that she has fought a good fight she has finished her course, she has kept the faith and there was laid up for her a crown of righteousness. Her numerous friends grieve with the husband and children in this time of deep sorrow. Funeral services were conducted at the home, at 320 North 3rd street, at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, by her pastor, Rev. J. R. Blythe. Burial was in Englewood cemetery.

FUES, Ruth PERRIN
b: abt 1915
d: 1996
bur: Osceola Cemetery, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ruth Perrin Fues, 81, Osceola, died Wednesday, December 25, 1996, at the Sac-Osage Hospital in Osceola. Mrs. Fues, an English teacher, was a longtime Osceola resident. She is survived by a niece. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 28, at 10 a.m. at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Osceola Cemetery.

FUGITT, Aidan Wade
b: Nov 11 2005, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
d: Sep 16 2006, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Sep 19 2006 Englewood Cemetery EA-FU, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 27 2006 - Aidan Wade Fugitt, age 10 months, infant son of Cassie L. Millam and Jamie R. Fugitt passed away Saturday, September 16, 2006 at his home. Funeral services will be Tuesday at Vansant Mills Chapel, Clinton with burial in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Aidan was born on November 11, 2005 at Western Missouri Medical Center, Warrensburg, Missouri. He is survived by his parents; a brother and sister, Alyssa and Cameron Fugitt, all of the home; maternal grandparents, Randy and Jennifer Strouse of Clinton; paternal grandparents, Kevin and Nancie Fugitt of Eldorado Springs, Missouri; maternal great grandparents, Hap and Belva Strouse and Jim and Judy Vickers, all of Clinton, Missouri; paternal great grandmother, Katie Shanks of Lowry City, Missouri; maternal great great grandparents, Jeanette and Carl Brown of Clinton, Missouri and three uncles, Rusty Fugitt of Eldorado Springs, Missouri, Casey, Strouse of Clinton, Missouri and Cody Strouse of Springfield, Missouri.

FULKERSON, P. W.
b: 1824, Ohio Co, KY
d: Aug 21 1886
bur: Oak Grove Cemetery, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Aug 1886 - Passed Over - Saturday morning, August 21, at 10 o'clock, the spirit of P. W Fulkerson, after long years of suffering, passed over to its Maker and is at rest. He was born in Ohio County, Kentucky, in 1824. Came to this state in the fall of 1855 and located in Cass County, where he lived until the war broke out and in 1861 joined the Confederate Army, serving through the war as Captain. After the war, he came to Clinton where he has made his home ever since. He has for the past eight years been afflicted with cancer of the face, and every known remedy was tried. For four years the Eureka Springs waters were tested, but to no avail and the last two years he has been confined to his home, suffering intensely at times, until the Great Redeemer called him home. He leaves a wife, a companion who has watched and tenderly cared for him through all these years of sad afflictions, to mourn his loss, and in her bereavement, the community extends its sympathy. After the sermon at 3:30 at the Southern M.E. Church, the remains were taken charge of by the Masons and conveyed to Oak Grove for interment.

FULLER, Leota Ann
b: Jun 7 1918
d: Jun 28 2006, Independence, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Jul 1 2006 Kidds Chapel Cemetery, Chalk Level Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 30 2006 - Leota Ann Fuller, 88, Independence, died Thursday, June 28, 2006, in the Independence Regional Hospital in Independence. Funeral services will be Saturday, July 1, in the Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, with burial in Kidds Chapel Cemetery, Lowry City.

FULLINGTON, Mahalia Mae
b: abt 1922
d: 2001
arr: Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 18 2001 - Mahalia Mae Fullington, 70, died Wednesday, January 17, 2001, at Golden Valley Hospital. Funeral services will be held in Urbana. Sickman-Dunning Funeral Home was in charge of local arrangements.

FULTON, Dorothy O.
b: abt 1915
d: 2002
bur: Osceola Cemetery, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 12 2002 - Dorothy O. Fulton, 87, Nevada, died Friday, August 9, 2002, at Moore Few Care Center, Nevada. Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 14, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, with Burial in the Osceola Cemetery.

FULTON, James S.
b: abt 1910
d: 2002
bur: Osceola Cemetery, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 26 2002 - James S. Fulton, 92, Nevada, formerly of Osceola, died Sunday, February 24, 2002, at Moore Few Care Center, Nevada. Mr. Fulton was a plant operator 28 years for Missouri Public Service. He was a lay minister for the Bear Creek, Wheatland and Weaubleau United Methodist churches and the Osceola United Brethren Church. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy, Nevada; two sons, James A. and wife, Lauretta, Chesapeak, Virginia, "Chuck" Lewis S. and wife, Gwendolyn, Pleasant Hill; one daughter, Sharon B. and husband, Michael Pruitt, Bronaugh; a sister, Hallie Hartley, Osceola; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Thursday, February 28, at 11 a.m. at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Osceola Cemetery.

FULTZ, Orville Mervin Sr.
b: Jun 28 1907, Holton, Jackson Co, KS
d: Aug 14 1991, Liberty, Clay Co, MO
bur: Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
arr: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Funeral Homes
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Orville Mervin Fultz Sr., 84, Independence, died August 14, 1991, at the Liberty Hospital. He was born in Holton, Kansas, and moved to this area in 1939. Mr. Fultz worked in the transportation department of Armco Inc. for 25 years, retiring in 1973. Survivors include his wife, Sarah L. Fultz of the home; six sons, Orville M. Fultz Jr. and Ronnie Fultz of Kansas City, Billy Fultz, Kearney, Claude Fultz and Johnny Fultz of Independence and Larry Fultz, Lansing to Leavenworth County; three daughters, Charlene Gillette, Karen Fultz and Barbara Charles of Independence; a sister, Helen Jackson, Humansville; 23 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. Services will be Friday at Newcomer's Floral Hills Chapel; burial in Floral Hills Cemetery.

FUNK, Earlene E. AUSTIN
b: 1928
d: 1999
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 30 1999 - Earlene E. Funk, 71, Deepwater, died Monday, November 29, 1999, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Funeral services will be Wednesday at Mount Moriah and Freeman Funeral Home in Kansas City, with burial in Mount Moriah Cemetery in Kansas City where she will be laid to rest next to her daughter. She was born November 6, 1928, in Bentonville, Arkansas. She was the daughter of Earl and Esther (Meyers) Austin. She married Jack W. Funk on June 13, 1943, and enjoyed 56 years of marriage. She owned and operated her own beauty salon in Kansas City for 12 years. She retired with her husband to Deepwater in 1987. She had been a longtime member of the Ladies VFW Auxiliary #302. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Janie Tarlton. She is survived by her husband, Jack W. Funk of Deepwater; a son, C. J. Funk of Naples, Florida; a daughter, Jackie Whitford of Greenwood; three brothers, Richard Austin of Santee, California, Conley Austin of Gravite, Arkansas, and Russ Austin of LaMirada, California, and eight grandchildren.

FUNK, Ethel T. GILLILAND JUHL
b: Oct 11 1913, Oak Mills, Atchison Co, KS
d: Feb 15 2003, near Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Feb 19 2003 Laurel Oak Cemetery EA-FU, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 19 2003 - Ethel T. Funk, 89, rural Windsor, died Saturday morning, February 15, 2003, at her home. She was born October 11, 1913, in Oak Mills, Kansas, the daughter of Letcher Robert Gilliland and Eva Ruth (Schneider) Gilliland. May 8, 1936, in Nevada, Iowa, she married LeRoy Juhl, who died October 8, 1960. December 28, 1963, in Holden, she married Lawrence Ernest Funk, who died June 16, 1987. She was a licensed practical nurse working at the Resthaven Nursing home, Sedalia; the former Windsor Hospital and the University Hospital in Columbia. She played in the Windsor Senior Center Kitchen Band, played piano for both Calvary Baptist Church and Brandon Methodist Church and also worked in 4-H. She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Sedalia. She is survived by a son, Harold Juhl, Sedalia; two daughters, Ruth Dameron, Windsor, and Eva Juhl, Littleton, Colorado; three stepsons, Milford Juhl, Ames, Iowa, A.D. Juhl, Boone, Iowa, Leland Juhl, New London, Minnesota; five stepdaughters, Sharon Bruner, LaMonte, Lori Gerke, Windsor, Olive Stoehr, Mesa, Arizona, Ruby Whiteman, Mundelin, Illinois, Mildred Holder, Lombard, Illinois; a brother, Melvin Gilliland, Wallawalla, Washington, four sisters, Ellen Hold, Harrah, Oklahoma, Opal Knowles, Shasta, California, Odessa Baldwin, Rockdale, Texas, Violet Smith, Minster, Ohio; 26 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a stepson, Kent Funk; a stepdaughter, Dorothy Sossong, and a brother, Farrell Gilliland. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 19, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor.

FUNK, Jack W.
b: Mar 13 1924, Hiwasse, Benton Co, AR
d: Sep 28 2005, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 29 2005 - Jack W. Funk, 81, Deepwater, died unexpectedly Wednesday, September 28, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Graveside services and burial will be Saturday, October 1, at Mt. Moriah Cemetery, where he will be laid to rest with his wife and daughter, Janie Tarlton. He was born March 13, 1924, in Hiwasse, Arkansas, the son of Martin and Hattie (Dobbs) Funk. He married Earlene Austin on June 13, 1943, and enjoyed 56 years of marriage. He served in the Navy in World War II and was a member of Plumber's Local #8 for 55 years and a life member of VFW Post 7900. He retired with his wife to Deepwater in 1987. He is survived by a son C. J. Funk, Naples, Florida; a daughter Jackie Whitford, Greenwood; a sister Martha Mishler, Carl Junction; a brother Guy Funk, Gulfport, Mississippi, and eight grandchildren.

FUNK, Ralph M.
b: Dec 22 1913, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 14 1983, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Apr 16 1983 Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Sedalia Democrat, Sedalia MO, April 16, 1983 - Ralph M. Funk, 69, Calhoun, died Thursday in Clinton. He was born Dec. 22, 1913, in Windsor, son of John and Ruth Baker Funk. On April 9, 1938, in Windsor, he married Gladys Purnell, who survives of the home. Mr. Funk lived his entire life in the Calhoun and Windsor area. He was a farmer and a member of the Calhoun Christian Church. Other survivors include Jan Smith, Clinton: six step-brothers, Thomas E Anderson, Jr., Sun City, Ariz; James R Anderson, Oklahoma City, Okla; Harold Anderson, Alexandria, VA; John Anderson, Edmond, Okla; Roy Anderson, Raytown; Floyd Anderson, Falls Church, VA and one step-sister Mary Williams, Independence. Funeral services will be held Saturday at the church. Burial will be in the Calhoun Cemetery.

FUNK, Robert Martin
b: Oct 25 1864, Pettis Co, MO
d: Feb 25 1947, near Lincoln, Benton Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery EA-FU, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor Review, Windsor MO, March 6, 1947 - Robert Martin Funk was born in Pettis County, Missouri, on October 25, 1864, and died Tuesday, February 25, 1947, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Warren Tucker, near Lincoln, Mo. Mr. Funk was one of nine children of John and Lucinda R. Funk. He was married to Sarah Ellen Parker February 26, 1890. Seven children were born to this union, two preceded him in death, John A. Funk and Mrs. Mattie Lowry. He is survived by his companion of fifty-seven years; four sons, Robert C. Funk, Kansas City, Kansas; Albert of Calhoun; Oliver F. of Vancouver, Washington, and Rex Funk of Kansas City, Mo.; one daughter, Mrs. Laura Ellen Tucker of Lincoln, Mo., three sisters Mrs. Lula Hampton of near Windsor; Mrs. Jessie Crose of Oklahoma City, Okla.; Mrs. Carrie Pickett, Kansas City, Kansas, and one brother, S. R. Funk of Clinton. Two brothers and three sisters preceded him in death. Also surviving are twenty-three grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Most of Mr. Funk's life was spent farming and stock raising near Windsor. He was a member of the Christian Church, the Masonic Lodge and always a good neighbor and friend. The funeral service was held Saturday afternoon at the Funeral Home in Windsor. Burial was in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

FUNK, Sarah Ellen PARKER
b: Jun 5 1874, Dell, Benton Co, MO
d: Feb 1 1953, Vancouver, WA
bur: Feb 6 1953 Laurel Oak Cemetery EA-FU, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Windsor Review, Windsor MO, Thursday, February 12 1953 - Sarah Ellen Parker, daughter of Martha Jane and Philip A. Parker, was born at Dell in Benton County, Missouri, on June 5, 1874 and passed away at the home of her son, Oliver H. Funk, Sr. in Vancouver, Washington, on February 1, 1953, at the age of 78 years and 8 months. She was united in marriage to R. M. Funk on February 26, 1890, and to this union seven children were born. Her husband passed away February 25, 1947, a son, John A., a daughter, Martha Lucinda Lowry and a grandson, Rex Lee Funk, also preceded her in death. Her early life was spent in Benton County. After her marriage she lived in Pettis and Henry County's with the exception of the last few years, when she has made her home with her son, Oliver and wife. She had been in failing health for a number of years but her death came quite suddenly. She and her husband, soon after marriage, became members of the Eldorado Christian Church. In 1897 they transferred their membership to the Windsor Christian Church, where she still remained a member. For years she was an active member of the Eastern Star and she was active in schools and clubs as long as her health permitted. She is survived by the following children: R. C. Funk of Kansas City, Kansas; A. P. Funk and Ellen Tucker of Calhoun; Oliver H. and Rex H. Funk of Vancouver, Washington; twenty-three grandchildren and thirty-two great-grandchildren. One sister, Mrs. Peter Steg of West Hollywood, California and one brother, Abe Parker of Clinton; also nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends in and around Windsor who were often thought of and spoken of by her. Funeral services were held at the Huston-Turner Funeral Home on February 6 (?5?). Burial was in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

FUQUA, Isabelle
b: Feb 18 1853, Sangamon Co, IL
d: Oct 10 1903, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery EA-FU, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Oct 17 1903 - The Angel Death entered one of our happy homes Saturday evening at 6:30 and took a cherished companion and kind and loving mother, Mrs. Isabelle Fuqua. she had been bedfast several months, being in bad health a number of y ears. She was born in Sangamon county, Illinois Feb. 18, 1853; came to Missouri in 1866; married Richard Fuqua in 1871. five children, two dying in infancy, the three living ones being: J. W. Fuqua of this city; Mrs. Ella Carney, Urich, and Mrs. Mary Carmody, Sedalia. She had been a member of the Christian church since her 16th year. Funeral services were at her home on Franklin street and burial in beautiful Englewood.