Henry County Missouri Obituaries
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GRACE, Theon
b: abt 1923
d: Dec 4 2003, Louisville, KY
bur: Wright Creek Cemetery, Jackson Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Park Lawn Funeral Home, Kansas City, Liberty & Lathrop
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 10 2003 - Theon Grace, 80, formerly of Clinton, died December 4, 2003, in Louisville, Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Vernon L. Grace. They were members of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. Survivors include her daughter, Carron (Goodwin) Allman; sons, Dennis (Mathew) Grace and Marshall Grace; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Eudelle (Leath) Goodhue. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 13, at the Park Lawn Chapel, Kansas City. Graveside services will be Saturday at the Wright Creek Cemetery in Lowry City.

GRACEY, Carolyn W. COATS
b: 1854
d: 1933
Kansas City Times, Mar 14 1933 - Mrs. Carolyn W. Gracey Dies - Mrs. Carolyn W. Gracey, 78, who in her younger days served as a missionary in India and otherwise was an active worker in the Baptist church, died yesterday at the home of William Hartnett, at Eaton Junction, ten miles northeast of Independence, where she lived. Mrs. Gracey was born December 16, 1854, in Wellsville, N.Y. She was a widow. Surviving are a niece, Mrs. W. L. Bowes, New York, and a nephew, Hiram Coats, 3959 St. John Avenue. Funeral service will be held at 2 o'clock Wednesday at the Carson Chapel, Independence; burial in Mt. Washington cemetery. - Clinton Eye, Mar 1933 - Mrs. Gracey came to Clinton the bride of the late E. A. Gracey. She was a staunch member of the local Baptist church with a vision and understanding of Missions which is a monument to her earnest prayer and desires in that institution today. A woman of unusual intellect, firm in her belief and valiant in her fight, not only for people on the foreign shore, but for the W. C. T. U. - the organization which came next to her church. Mr. and Mrs. Gracey built the attractive bungalow on East Jefferson street, occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Luther Hunt. Mrs. W. M. Godwin and Misses Augusta and Fanny Gracey, of Clinton, attended the funeral Wednesday.

GRACEY, Edward Austin Sr. Judge
b: Dec 3 1861, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 20 1928, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Apr 1928 - Judge E. A. Gracey Dead - E. A. Gracey was born on a farm near Sparta, Tenn., May 16th, 1861. He passed into the unknown Tuesday morning, April 17th, 1928, lacking just a month of being 67 years of age. He was educated in the schools of his native town, and graduated from the law school at Lebanon, Tenn., at the age of 19 years. Soon after his graduation, he went to Texas, seeking a location. Letters from Dan Doyle and other former Tennessee friends, induced him to come to Clinton. He arrived to visit while the smallpox scourge of 1881 was at its worst. He was warned not to stop here, and when he found himself here, the quarantine was so strict he could not get away. Hon. B. G. Boone, afterwards Attorney General of the state, took a fancy to the young Tennesseean, and had him enter his law office. He was soon made a member of the Henry county bar, and began the practice of his chosen profession with such success, that in 1886, he was elected Prosecuting Attorney, and reelected in 1888. In 1882, he married Miss Olive Blakemore. To this union were born Miss Frances, now living with her grandmother Blakemore; Wayman, assistant cashier of the Brinkerhoff-Faris bank, and Austin, who preceded his mother into the other world just a few weeks in 1899. On January 16th, 1916, he married Dr. Carrie Coats in Kansas City. They came to Clinton, and built their cozy home at Fourth and Jefferson, and it was a home with all the significance of the word. He had served as Justice of the Peace continually since 1908. In 1917, he united with the Baptist church, and succeeded Peyton A. Parks as teacher of the largest Sunday School in the town. Like Mr. Parks, he often said this was the best work of his life. When his ill health forced him to give up his class in the Sunday School, it grieved him greatly, but he had learned to bow to the will of his Maker. To compensate for this loss, he tuned in on the sermons every Sunday, and some week days, and enjoyed the messages of the best preachers of this and other communities. Mr. Gracey was a man of remarkable mentality. Besides being a close analyst and accurate interpreter of the law, he had a wonderful fund of general information of history and literature. His memory of events and dates was almost as dependable as the records. His knowledge of the courts of the state and nation was astonishing. He could recall the name of every Justice of The Supreme Court of the United States and of the State of Missouri from the beginning of government and in the order in which they served, and name all the members of both houses of congress and give their tenure of office. This remarkable trait was surpassed by his love for his family, his church and his fellow man. One of his intimate friends of more than forty years says he can not recall that he ever heard him say an unkind word of any person. He came to his office Saturday. He had a chill. Late in the day he was persuaded to go home. Another chill came on, indicating an attack of flu. Pneumonia developed Monday morning. This proved the mastery and he succumbed at 3:25 Tuesday morning, surrounded by the members of his family. Thus ends the earthly career of one of Clinton's distinguished citizens. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Carrie Coats Gracey, his daughter, Frances, and son, Wayman, and a sister, Miss Augusta, who has made her home in Clinton a great many years, and numerous relatives who live in the vicinity of his native Tennessee town. His going leaves a vacancy in the community, and in the hearts of his family and friends. The funeral will be held at the Baptist church Thursday, at 2:30 p.m.

GRACEY, Frances Ragland "Fannie"
b: May 13 1884, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 3 1965, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Clinton MO, 1965 - Gracey Rites at Clinton Staurday 1:30 - Miss Frances Gracey, member of a Clinton pioneer family, died at 1:30 this morning at Clinton General. Miss Gracey was City Collector at Clinton from 1944 to 1959. Services will be Saturday at Consalus Funeral Home, with burial in Englewood. - Miss Fannie Gracey Dies - Former City Collector - Francis (Fannie) Ragland Gracey, daughter of Edward A. and Olive Blakemore Gracey, was born May 13, 1884, in Clinton, and died at Clinton General Hospital, Dec. 3, where she had been a patient since Nov. 6. Her father was a well-known Clinton attorney and was prosecuting attorney of Henry County at one time. When Miss Gracey was 12 years old her mother died and she then lived with her grandmother, Mrs. George H. Blakemore, until her death in 1929. She then lived with an aunt, Mrs. W. M. Godwin,until her death in 1955 and from then on she lived alone at her home, 103 South Third St., until 1963, when she went to Town and Country Rest Home, Inc. Miss Gracey attended Clinton public schools and Baird College. She was city collector for a number of years. From childhood she had been a faithful member of the Clinton Methodist Church. She was also a member of the BPW Club. Surviving are sister-in-law Mrs. Wayman Gracey, Canon City, Colo.; three cousins, Miss George Blakemore, Clinton, Blakemore Godwin, Toledo, Ohio, and Jimmie J. Godwin, St. Louis. The latter came for the funeral service. A brother, Wayman Gracey preceded her in death.

GRACEY, George Olive "Ollie" BLAKEMORE
b: Jan 20 1864, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 19 1899, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, 1899 - Just before the clock tolled the midnight hour Sunday night, 19th last, the gates of the Eternal City swung wide and the spirit of Mrs. Ollie G. Gracey entered into everlasting bliss. Deceased was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George H. Blakemore and was born Jan. 29, 1864. At the age of 14, she joined the Southern Methodist Church, to which she was ever faithful, loyal and consistent. In September, 1882, she was married to Hon. E. A. Gracey and was ever a cheerful, loving helpmate, always making glad the little family circle. Her two children, Fannie and Wayman, were her constant companions and to them she was an unusually close, confidential adviser - a mother in the truest, highest sense. Through all her days and weeks of suffering, no murmur of complaint was heard and through all trials she was sustained by an abiding faith in the promises contained in her guide through life - the Bible. One month before we laid her to rest in Englewood, her youngest child was buried and its innocent spirit taken to God who gave it. The mother, then dangerously near death's door, never knew that her little one had been taken. Think of the glad surprise when the mother entered into glory, that her own darling boy should meet her at the portal and conduct her to the great white throne where Jesus, with His own hand, placed upon her brow the crown of victory.

GRADY, John B.
b: Jan 10 1829, Brooklyn, NY
d: Apr 22 1904, Urich, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Apr 23 1904 - Died at Urich, John Grady, leaving a wife and one son. He was sick two months with pneumonia and heart trouble. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Jan. 10, 1829 and in 1876 came to Henry County to live.

GRAF, Anne Marie
b: Apr 7 1920, Chicago, IL
d: Apr 3 2001, Fort Wayne, IN
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 11 2001 - Anne Marie Graf, 80, Knox, Indiana, formerly a resident of Deepwater, died Tuesday, April 3, 2001, at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born in Chicago, Illinois, April 7, 1920. She and her husband, Howard moved to Deepwater in 1990. He became mayor of Deepwater in 1992. They resided in Deepwater until 1994 and then moved to Port Charlotte, Florida, and then to Indiana. She was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Knox, Indiana. She is survived by her husband, Howard Graf; three sons, five step-children, 16 grandchildren, one great-grandchild and one sister, Jeannette Williams of Hobart, Indiana. Her nephew Rev. Douglas J. Mayer of Valparaiso, officiated at the funeral service Friday, April 6, at Mass at Our Lady of Sorrows church in Valparaiso, Indiana. Burial was at Graceland Cemetery, Valparaiso.

GRAGG, Bernice Neomia STEWARD
b: Jul 7 1918, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 18 1993, Urich, Henry Co, MO
bur: Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Bernice N. Gragg, 74, 705 N. Maple, Urich, passed away Monday, January 18, 1993, at her home. - Bernice Neomia Steward Gragg was born July 7, 1918, in Henry County, daughter of Alonzo Steward and Nona Turpen Steward, and departed this life January 19, 1993 at the home at the age of 74 years, six months and eleven days. She was united in marriage on January 16, 1938, to Harold "Pete" Gragg of Urich, and they celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary on Saturday. To this union four daughters were born. She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers and three sisters. Bernice was a loving and caring wife and mother. She spent many hours growing and sharing her lovely flowers and vegetable garden with neighbors, family and friends. She worked side by side with her husband, Pete, until his retirement. During her 15 year illness she was lovingly cared for by her devoted husband. She leaves to mourn her passing her husband, Harold "Pete" Gragg; daughters, Margaret Akins and husband Charles of Humble, Tx., Shirley Wheeler and husband Julian of Urich, Sharon Parker and husband Michael of Hobart, Indiana, Patricia Hatley and husband Herschel of Lee's Summit; ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; a sister, Vineta Shulse of Karnack, Tx., and brother Marion Steward and wife Olive of Clinton, nephews, nieces and a host of other family and friends. Funeral services were held at the Urich Baptist Church, Thursday, January 21, 1993. Burial was in the Urich Cemetery, Urich.

GRAGG, Blanche May SMITH
b: Jul 11 1886, Blanchester, OH
d: Jun 22 1965, Nevada, Vernon Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Nevada, MO - Mrs. Blanche Gragg, 78, died at 11:30 o'clock last night at the Nevada Hospital, after a serious illness of three days. Born July 11, 1886, in Blanchester, Ohio, Mrs Gragg was the daughter of Theodore and Sarah J. Barnett Smith. As a small child, she moved to Clinton with her family. She was married to Orris O. Gragg, who preceded her in death on November 3, 1933. The Graggs moved to Nevada about 1910 and operated a cabinet shop in the 100 block on South Main for a number of years. Mrs. Gragg was a member of the First Christian Church in Nevada. Two sons, George Gragg, and Elmo Gragg, preceded her in death. She is survived by five grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Other survivors are: sister, Mrs. Martha Maul, Kansas City; and brother, Tufus Smith, Clinton. Funeral services will be conducted Friday morning at the Eichinger-Milster Chapel. Graveside rites will be conducted Friday afternoon at the Englewood Cemetery at Clinton.

GRAGG, Catherine COOK
b: Feb 24 1823, Tennessee
d: Nov 27 1910, Missouri
bur: Stones Chapel Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Catherine Gragg was born in Greene County, Tennessee, February 24th, 1823, and Nov. 27, 1910, at the age of 87 years her spirit took flight to the realms of eternal happiness. The last conflict, if over, which shall in glory end. She was married to Rev. R. M. Gragg, February 22, 1846, and has resided in Henry County for over 50 years. She was a member of the Southern Methodist Church having united with the church at an early age and always remained a constant and a sincere Christian, and worker for the Lord. Her name is now transferred from the roll of the Methodist Church to the roll call of the innumerable company that have come up through tribulation and have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the lamb. When temptations and snares, which surround us all in the world came, she never faltered in her Christian duty and pressed on with more determination than before. How bravely she fought the battle against evil, the great battle against sin, the battle for right, and for a home in that heavenly land where all is peach and sin and sorrow cannot enter; where joy reigns supreme and abides forever. Her steadfast heart knew no fear. I, such joy, such love, such peace she found in the Savior's love. She leaves seven children, two aged sisters, one brother and a large circle of friends to mourn her loss. She was kind and full of human sympathy and was ever thoughtful in the ministrations of mercy and kindly deeds to any in distress. We would say to the sorrowing ones, weep not as those who have no hope, but when your summons come, be prepared to meet her. She is waiting to welcome you home. Live for God. To live is to die right. Weep not, for while you are grieving and mourning your loss, those that preceded her to the better world were rejoicing to have her with them. May you all be brought together in that celestial city above, where all is happiness and love, and where sickness and death and parting are unknown. The weary body is laid to rest, but I doubt not the released spirit has found fields of usefulness, which we, with our human vision cannot discern. Her greatest anxiety was for the souls of this dying world, and she was ever ready to plead with the sinner and try to lead them out of darkness into light, a work so sweet, a theme so high.

GRAGG, Cecil Albert "Bob"
b: Aug 17 1913, Bates Co, MO
d: Sep 23 2001, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 2 2001 - Cecil Albert (Bob) Gragg, the third child of Leslie A. and Leona Caldwell Gragg, was born on August 17, 1913, on a farm in eastern Bates County near Mayesburg. He died September 23, 2001, at his home after a brief bout with cancer. When Bob was three-years-old his family moved to Urich, he attended and graduated from Urich High School. On March 20, 1933, he married Edna Pearl Ewing at Clinton. They started housekeeping at 309 Oak Street, Urich. The rent was $1.50 per month at that time. Bob had a service station at the Security Garage in Urich. In 1934 they moved to Adrian where they owned and operated a filling station, sandwich and coffee shop. In March 1935 they started their first dairy farm about one mile east of Smokey Row School. In February 1949, they bought a 210-acre farm in western Henry County in the White Oak Community and moved there where they continued operating a dairy farm. Upon semi-retirement they sold the dairy cattle and had a herd of Angus for a few years. When it came to cutting cattle, butchering, threshing crews and other "neighbor-helping-neighbor" chores, Bob was a willing participant. You could find him at box suppers, ice cream parties, fish fries or card parties bringing the community together. Bob was a member of the Cove Creek Christian Church. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Edna; one daughter, Alberta Joan; one son, James Leslie; one sister, Ola Mae Sheffield, and one brother, Harold Leroy (Pete) Gragg. He is survived by three daughters, Barbara Orr and husband, Gene, Kansas City, Beverly Honn and husband, Leland, Clinton, Janice Ring and husband, Al, Garden City; daughter-in-law, Janet Gragg, Peculiar; two sisters, Marie Norris and Irene Simpson and husband, Cecil, Clinton; two brothers, Glen Gragg and wife, Mildred, Urich, and William (Bill) Gragg and wife, Maxine, Independence; as well as 11 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Cove Creek Christian Church, Ballard, on Wednesday, September 26. Burial was in the Mullin Cemetery, Urich.

GRAGG, Edna Pearl EWING
b: Jun 5 1916, Bates Co, MO
d: May 22 1997, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Edna Pearl Gragg, daughter of James R. and Grace Lillian Ewing, was born June 5, 1916, on a farm in Bates County, near Cove Creek Christian Church. She died May 22, 1997, in Clinton after suffering a stroke. Edna was the middle sister of seven girls and five boys and attended school at Smokey Row School. On March 20, 1933, she married C. A. "Bob" Gragg and to this union five children were born. Bob and Edna began their married life as owners of a filling station/sandwich and coffee shop in Adrian. In March of 1935 they started their first dairy farm about one mile east of Smokey Row School. In February `949 they moved to the White Oak Community. Edna helped Bob work the fields, milk cows and make garden. After retirement they continued to live on their farm. Edna was a member of the Cove Creek Christian Church and the Mingo Homemakers Club. Edna helped friends and neighbors hang wallpaper in their homes and cooked for the White Oak School children for several years. She found pleasure in teasing her many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She enjoyed making ceramics in their basement, knitting and piecing and quilting quilts. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Alberta Joan; one son, James Leslie and three brothers, Ervin, June and King. She is survived by her husband, C. A. "Bob" Gragg of the home; three daughters, Barbara Orr of Kansas City, Beverly Honn of Clinton, and Janice Ring of Garden City; two brothers, Jamie Ewing of Los Alamos, California, and Leroy "Benny" Ewing of Urich; six sisters, Mae Evans and Flora Sexson of Adrian, Joycie Fairman and Mildred Gragg of Urich, Ruthie Jacobs and Yvonne Turner of Creighton, as well as 11 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Cove Creek Christian Church on May 26. Burial was at Mullin Cemetery in Urich.

GRAGG, Emma Lorene GEORGE
b: Apr 23 1906, Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 18 1999, Lincoln, IL
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 27 1999 - Emma Lorene Gragg, daughter of Lewis H. George and Ollie L. Combs George, was born April 23, 1906, in Calhoun, and died January 18, 1999, at Christian Village Nursing Home of Lincoln, Illinois. She was converted at an early age and joined the Mt. Gilead Baptist Church in Calhoun. She married Lawrence A. Gragg on September 5, 1927. He preceded her in death on April 19, 1987. Survivors include three children, Lawrence B. Gragg of Ellenton, Florida, Carol J. Goodgion of Lincoln, Illinois, and R. J. Gragg of Denver, Colorado; one brother, Lewis George of Leavenworth, Kansas, and 12 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Funeral Chapel Saturday, January 23. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

GRAGG, Eula Robena GILLILAN
b: Feb 12 1886, near Hamilton, Caldwell Co, MO
d: Dec 10 1974, Del-Norte, CO
Eula Robena Gillilan, 88, the daughter of James Bollar and Mary Ann Nelson Gillilan, was born on February 12, 1886, near Hamilton, Missouri. She died December 10 at the St. Joseph Hospital in Del-Norte, Colorado, where the sisters and nurses cared for her for so long and her pastor, Rev. Zeb Sailor, visited her often. She moved with her parents to south Missouri at an early age, attending her first school near Hamilton and finishing her Grade School at White Oak, near Urich. She also attended school in Clinton. She attended the State Normal School at Warrensburg, majoring in music, and later studied voice under the direction of Miss Bertha Kanard of Boston, Mass. She taught music for several years. She was a member of the DAR, the Presbyterian Church, and attended church in Monte Vista as long as she was able. On January 19, 1913, she was united in marriage to Fred Harper Gragg and to this union one son, James Robert was born. She was preceded in death by her husband, who died in 1971, and her son, who died at the age of 38 in 1958; her parents, and six brothers. She is survived by a daughter-in-law, Shirley Gragg, and three grandchildren, Gerri Lou Henjiem, Bill Gragg and Ginger Lee Whertz; and five great grandchildren, all of the state of Oregon. Also surviving are on brother, Gilbert Gillilan, Monte Vista, Colorado; and one sister, Mary E. Calvird of Butler; two nieces and many relatives and friends. She was the sister-in-law of L. A. Gragg of Urich. Funeral services were held December 14 at the Rodgers and Sharp Memorial Chapel in Monte Vista. Burial was in the Monte Vista Cemetery, near the beautiful foothills.

GRAGG, Fred Harper
b: Aug 11 1891, Missouri
d: 1971, El Paso Co, CO
bur: Monte Vista Cemetery, Monte Vista, CO
The Rev. Eldon F. Nicholson conducted funeral services Monday afternoon for Fred Harper Gragg, resident of the area (Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado) for the past 50 years. The rites were held in Memorial Chapel. Burial was in the Monte Vista Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of W. Edward Sharp, mortician. Gragg was born in Missouri Aug. 11, 1891, and came to the Monte Vista area in 1921. He married Robena Gillilan in Urich, Mo., Jan. 19, 1913. He was a retired rancher and died in a Colorado Springs hospital where he had been a patient for two weeks. He had been ill for one month. His only son James Robert Gragg, preceded him in death Aug. 31, 1958. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Robena Gragg of Monte Vista; his daughter-in-law, Mrs. Shirley Gragg of Silverton, Ore.; three grandchildren, Mrs. Gerry Lou Henjum, Redmond, Ore.; William Fred Gragg, Altas, Okla.; and Mrs. Ginger Lee Wertz, Germany; one great-grandson Michael Kenneth Henjum. Others survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Etta Gillilan, Kansas City, Mo., and Mrs. Effie Fenimore, Urich, MO.; two brothers, Lester Gragg and Oral Gragg of Urich, Mo.

GRAGG, Harold Leroy "Pete"
b: Sep 28 1916, Urich, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 26 1999, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Born in the family home in Urich on September 28, 1916, Harold Leroy "Pete" Gragg was the second son of Leslie A. and Leona Caldwell Gragg. He was nicknamed Woodrow by his grandfather. That later changed to Skeet and again to Pete when he entered school at the age of five. Pete attended Sunday School and church at the Urich Baptist Church and was baptized in 1928. As a young boy, Pete carried newspapers with his brother, Bob, from the old Urich Railroad Depot and made deliveries through out Urich. Following graduation from Urich High School in 1934, he went to work with his dad and Clarence Lear at the Home Oil Company, working in the station and delivering fuel to farmers. Later Home Oil Company was changed to Urich Oil Company. In 1953 he and his brother, Glen, became business partners and in 1956, opened a new Phillips66 station on Highway 7. Pete also had other occupations during his working career, farming, Lake City Arsenal, Pratt & Whitney, railroad and Fisher Body. In the early 1940s Pete purchased two school buses to pick up and deliver children to and from school daily. Pete married Bernice N. Steward January 16, 1938, and to that union four daughters were born, Margaret, Shirley, Sharon and Patricia. Following retirement Pete and Bernice traveled, researched, wrote and published a Gragg family history book. This beautiful book is a treasured memory for family members. On Oct 10, 1962, Pete became a member of AF&AM Index Lodge #54 of the Masons. He served as Grand Master in 1970. In 1963, he and Bernice were both inducted into the Order of the Eastern Star. Preceding Pete in death were his sister, Ola Mae Sheffield; his parents, Leslie A. and Leona; two nieces, two nephews and his wife, Bernice. God called Pete to his heavenly home on June 26, 1999. He is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Margaret and Charles Akins, Shirley and Julian Wheeler, Sharon and Michael Parker, Patricia and Herschel Hatley; 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Surviving brother, sisters and their spouses include; Cecil and Irene Simpson, Marie Norris, William and Maxine Gragg, Cecil A. Gragg and Glenn R. and Mildred Gragg. Pete also leaves many nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Funeral services were held at the Urich Baptist Church, Urich, on Thursday, July 1. Burial was in the Urich Cemetery.

GRAGG, James Leslie
b: Jan 14 1947, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 15 1994, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Atkinson Funeral Homes, Adrian, Archie & Harrisonville, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - James Leslie Gragg, 47, Peculiar, died Thursday, December 14, 1947, at Research Medical Center, Kansas City. He was born January 14, 1947, in Clinton, the son of Cecil Albert and Edna Pearl (Ewing) Gragg. He lived in Urich and Kansas City before moving to Peculiar in 1987. He was capacity planner for 20th Century Companies in Kansas City for the past eight years, and previously had worked as a systems analyst for the City of Kansas City. He was a Navy veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a 1974 graduate of Central Missouri State University. He was regional publicity chairman for the Computer Measurement Group. He was a member of the Missouri Bow Hunters Association; member of Grand River Archers, Harrisonville; a member of the White Oak Methodist church near Urich. He is survived by his wife, Janet Gragg, of the home; two sons, Matthew Gragg, Peculiar, and Chad Gragg of the home; one daughter, Sara Gragg, of the home; his parents, Cecil (Bob) and Edna Gragg, Urich; three sisters, Barbara Orr, Kansas City, Beverly Honn, Clinton, and Janice Ring, Garden City, and nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Monday, December 19 at the Atkinson Chapel, Harrisonville. Burial was in Mullin Cemetery, Urich.

GRAGG, James Robert
b: Nov 8 1919, Urich, Henry Co, MO
d: Aug 31 1958, Denver, Denver Co, CO
bur: Monte Vista Cemetery, Monte Vista, CO
Funeral services were held Thursday in Woods Memorial Chapel for J. R. Gragg, 38, of Monte Vista, who farmed near Sargent. Mr. Gragg died Sunday, Aug. 31, in the Veterans Hospital in Denver. He had been a patient there nearly a week. Mr. Gragg was born Nov. 8, 1919, in Urich, Mo., the son of Fred H. and Robena Gillilan Gragg. He had lived in Colorado 35 years. He was a veteran of World War II and married Miss Shirley Olsen, May 15, 1943, in Reno, Nev. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Bill Gragg, and two daughters, Garry Lou Gragg and Ginger Gragg, all of Monte Vista. Burial was in Monte Vista Cemetery with military services. (James Robert Gragg was born on November 8, 1919 in Urich, Henry Co., Missouri. He died on August 31, 1958 in Denver, Denver Co., Colorado. He was buried on September 5, 1968 in Monte Vista Cemetery, Monte Vista, Colorado)

GRAGG, John L.
b: abt 1856
d: Apr 21 1930, San Diego, CA
Bellingham Herald, Bellingham, WA, Wednesday, Apr 23 1930 - John L. Gragg, aged 74 years, 1124 Grant street, beloved father of Miss Georgia Gragg and Mrs. Edward H. Miller, city; Mrs. Jessie Antrieth, San Diego, Cal; Mrs. Frank GIlkey, Anacortes, and Miss Helen Gragg, Wilmington, Del., and six grandchildren, passed away at San Diego, Cal., Monday afternoon, April 21, after a brief illness.  Mr. Gragg had resided in Bellingham for the past seven years and was touring California at the time of his passing.  The body will be received by the Homer Mark Mortuary and funeral arrangements will be made later. (Note:  John L. Gragg was the son of John R. Gragg and Maria Jane Stricker of Henry County and a grandson of Peter Stricker.)

GRAGG, Lawrence Austin
b: Jul 17 1905, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 18 1987, Palmetto, Manatee Co, FL
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton, MO - Lawrence Austin Gragg, 81, passed away March 19, 1987, at a hospital in Bradenton, Florida. He was born in Montrose on July 17, 1905, the son of Noble Earl and Katie Gragg. He had lived in Clinton; Richmond, Ind., and Cambridge City, Ind. He lived in Palmetto, Florida for the past 14 years. Mr. Gragg owned Gragg Hatchery in Cambridge City from 1948 to 1963. He was a member of the Hopewell Presbyterian Church, Montrose. He is survived by his wife, Emma of the home; two sons, Lawrence Burton Gragg, Ellenton, Fla. , and Rollin Jay Gragg, Denver, Co.; and a daughter, Carol Jean Goodgion, Lincoln,Ill., a sister, Naomi Getz, Clinton; 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Services were held on Monday, March 23, 1987, at the Vansant-Mills Chapel. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

GRAGG, Leona Olive CALDWELL
b: Feb 16 1886, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 5 1972, Urich, Henry Co, MO
bur: Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Snow Funeral Home, Urich, MO (historical)
Funeral services were held at the Urich Baptist Church on Friday, April 7, for Mrs. Leona Olive Gragg, 86 years old, who died April 1972, at her home in Urich. Burial was in the Urich Cemetery. Mrs. Gragg was born February 16, 1886, in the Piper Community, one of seven children of William McCune and Columbia Jane Neptune Caldwell. At an early age, she professed her faith in God and became a member of the White Oak Methodist Church, where her membership remained. On January 5, 1910, at Clinton, Mo., she was united in marriage to Leslie A. Gragg of Montrose. To this union were born three daughters and four sons. Her early married life was spent on a farm in the Camp Branch community. In March 1916, she and her family moved to Urich.Preceding her in death were a daughter, Mrs. Ola Mae Sheffield, on May 3, 1942; one grandchild Alberta Jon Gragg; two brothers, George Everett and Albert A. Caldwell; and four sisters, Mrs. Etta Long, Mrs. Mattie Drake, Mrs. Ethel Long and Mrs. Elizabeth J. Hunt. She is survived by her devoted husband, of the home; two daughters, Mrs. Glen (Marie) Norris, and Mrs. Cecil (Irene) Simpson; four sons, Cecil A., Harold L., and Glenn R., all of Urich and William M. of Kansas City; also 19 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Her husband and her home were her happiness. She loved her flowers, her garden and quilting with her husband was true joy.

GRAGG, Linnie Lee
b: Oct 15 1879
d: Feb 24 1927, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Linnie Gragg, living 7 miles north of Montrose passed away at the home of her sister, Mrs. C. Faulkner, at Kansas City, Thursday morning Feb. 24. She has been in failing health for some time. Two months ago she was taken to Kansas City for treatment. Those to survive her are: the mother, Mrs. Jane Gragg; two sisters, Mrs. C. Faulkner, of Kansas City and Miss Odessa of the home; two brothers, C. R. Gragg, of the home, and N. E. living 2 miles north. Funeral services were held at the Mt. Hope church Saturday, Feb. 26. Interment in the Mt. Hope (Hopewell) cemetery.

GRAGG, Martha Jane HARPER
b: Jan 31 1856, Cole Co, MO
d: Nov 28 1930, Rockville, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Martha Jane Gragg, a resident of Montrose for over 20 years, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C. E. Fenimore, of Rockville, Tuesday afternoon at 2:26. Mrs. Gragg had been in poor health for a number of years but had not been seriously ill until last Sunday. She became very ill of that day from which she never rallied. Her death was caused from infirmities of old age and other complications. Mrs. Gragg had been living with her daughter nearly a year, leaving her home in Montrose after the death of her husband, who died at the home January 30, 1930. Mrs. Gragg and her husband were people that were highly honored and respected and Mrs. Gragg was spoken of often by her many friends as "a Sweet Old Lady." A number of years ago she put her membership card in the M. E. church, South, of Montrose, and was known to the congregation as a woman that loved her Saviour, and rejoiced in knowing when the inevitable end came, a place would be prepared for her. She loved her home and children, and enjoyed the many occasions during the last few years of her life when her children and grandchildren would gather for a Sunday dinner and visit. Mrs. Gragg was born in Cole County, near Jefferson City. She was united in marriage to R. M. Gragg, December 10, 1882. To this union five children were born: Mrs. C. E. Fenimore, Rockville, Mo.; Mrs. Etta M. Brammell, Rockville, Mo.; Leslie A. Gragg, Urich, Mo.; Fred H. Gragg, Center, Colo.; and Oral O. Gragg, Montrose, Mo. She also leaves two sisters: Mrs. Mary Clark and Mrs. J. W. Riner, both of Jefferson City, Mo.; and one brother, Fred Harper, Centertown, near Jefferson City. All of her children with the exception of Fred of Colorado were at her bedside when she departed this life. He arrived here Thursday for the services. Her two sisters from Jefferson also were at the bedside when death came, and her only brother is expected to attend the funeral. Funeral services were held at Hopewell church, Thursday afternoon. He spoke praiseworthy words of this loving mother and soothing and encouraging words to the family. Interment was made in the Hopewell cemetery.

GRAGG, Mildred J. EWING
b: May 31 1927
d: Oct 29 2004, Boone Co, MO
bur: Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 1 2004 - Mildred J. Gragg, 77, Urich, died Friday, October 29, 2004, at Boone County Hospital. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday November 2, at Urich Christian Church. Burial will be in Urich Cemetery. She was born May 31, 1927, the daughter of James R. and Grace Lillian Gray Ewing. She married Glenn R. Gragg January 1, 1947. She worked in the Urich and Sherwood School systems as a kindergarten teacher's aide. She was a member of the Urich Christian Church, Red Hatters and the Grand River Homemakers. She was a former member of the Golden Valley Squares. Preceding her in death were her parents; one son Danny Gragg; three brothers and four sisters. Survivors include her husband Glenn of the home; two sons Rodger Gragg, Hallsville, Ron Gragg and wife Martha, Montrose; two daughters, Patty Kelly and husband Larry, San Marcos, California, and Becky Potter and husband Troy, Marionville; two brothers, James L. Ewing, Los Alamos, California, and Leroy B. Ewing and wife Emma, Urich; two sisters, Yvonne Turner and husband Floyd, and Ruthie Jacobs, all of Creighton; seven grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild, along with many nieces and nephews.

GRAGG, Orris Orville Sr.
b: Nov 4 1880, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 3 1933, Nevada, Vernon Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Nevada, MO - Orris O. Gragg, aged 53, head of one of Nevada's long established businesses, died at his home, 416 North Tucker Street, Thursday evening, after a week's illness. Having been in poor health for almost ten years, Mr. Gragg was stricken seriously while at his work at the Gragg Cabinet Shop last Friday morning and was rushed home. His condition had grown steadily worse until the time of his death, early Thursday evening. At his bedside when death came were his wife, Mrs. Blanche Gragg, and two sons, Elmo, who lived at home and George, of Wichita, Kas. In addition to those several brothers and sisters survive; they are Mrs. H. C. Gentry, Berkeley, Cal., Joseph Carpenter, Nevada; Mrs. Harold Potter, Kansas City; Mrs. Glenn Bunker, Berkeley, Cal.; Mrs. Ray Babbitt and Arthur Carpenter, Nevada; Mrs. L. Disney, Welch, Okla., and Rev. Edward Carpenter, Calhoun, and Bailey Carpenter, Clinton, Mo. Born near Montrose, Mo., Nov. 4, 1880, Mr. Gragg would have been 53 years old Saturday. He was the son of James and Anna Gragg, his father a Methodist minister. In 1904 he was married at Clinton to Miss Blanche Smith and to them were born three children, a son, Orris, Jr., having died in infancy. Twenty-two years ago the Graggs moved to Nevada, where Mr. Gragg went into the cabinet business with his brother-in-law, Glenn Bunker. Later Mr. Gragg went into the cabinet business for himself, and has maintained that business here for almost twenty-one years. He was a member of the Woodmen of the World and the I.O.O.F. lodges, and the First Presbyterian Church. In late years the family had attended the First Church of Christ, Scientist, here. The body was taken to the Eichinger funeral home, where it will lie in state until time for the service here, which will be held at 10 o'clock Sunday morning at the Eichinger Funeral Chapel. The body will then be taken to Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, for burial. The I.O.O.F. will conduct services at the grave. The Christian Science funeral service here will be read by George Voss.

GRAGG, Paulina J. CATHEY
b: Apr 19 1859, near Mayesburg, Bates Co, MO
d: Jun 15 1943, W of Montrose, Henry Co, MO
bur: Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Paulina J. Cathey, daughter of Thomas and Margaret Cathey, who was born near Mayesburg in Bates County, Mo., April 19 1859, died at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Rev. and Mrs. G. Clyde Faulkner, West of Montrose, June 15, 1943. On February 17, 1877, she was united in marriage with Elijah Malcolm Gragg, who passed away February 24, 1927 (death date should be Nov 17, 1916); and preceded in death by her daughter Odessa Fenimore who died October 15, 1940. With the exception of one year in Bates County, she had lived, since her marriage, on the farm one mile North of Hopewell Church, until a little over a year ago when she was compelled, because of the infirmities of her advanced age, to come to her daughter's home where she was tenderly cared for until her death. At an early age, she made a profession of faith in Christ and united with the Methodist Church. Shortly after the organization of the Hopewell Cumberland Presbyterian Church, she placed her membership with this church. She was a charter member of the Women's Missionary Society of the Hopewell Church, in which she held a life membership certificate. She loved her church and its work and was faithful in her attendance as long as she was able. During the lifetime of her husband, an elder in that church, their home was one in which the pastors always found a warm welcome. In her later years she found great comfort in reading her Bible, talking with and about her Lord and Savior. The Saturday before she died, feeling that the time of her departure was near at hand, she sang the entire hymn, "God Be With You Till We Meet Again." Her life as wife, mother, worker in the church, neighbor and friend, speaks for itself. She needs no culogy. As the fragrance of the many flowers of the month, in which she put on immortality, lingers long after the flowers have withered, so will the influence of her Christly life permeate the life of that community which she has left. To her children and their families is left the memory of a good mother whose love still enfolds them; her prayers will mingle with those of the Heavenly host, for her loved ones left here a while. Besides the sons and daughter, there are two grandchildren, Lawrence A. Gragg of Terre Haute, Indiana, and Mrs. John Getz of Montrose; three great-grandchildren, Lawrence Burton, Carol Jeanne and R. J. Gragg of Terre Haute. The funeral was held at Hopewell Church last Thursday.

GRAGG, Rhoda Minerva
b: Aug 1870, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 11 1939, Henry Co, MO
bur: Stones Chapel Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton MO - Rhoda Minerva Gragg died April 11, 1939. She was born in Walker Township in August 1870. When a child she was converted and joined Stone's Chapel Church. She was quiet, and happily performed the many tasks of a good housekeeper. She spent most of her life in the community in which she was born, having resided in the home of her aunt, Mrs. Rhoda Gatliff, for several years, where she found life kind and pleasant. She lived with them until a short time ago. She is survived by five half-brothers and one half-sister. Funeral services were conducted at Stone's Chapel Church by Rev. G. Clyde Faulkner and burial in the cemetery nearby.

GRAGG, Robert Malcomb
b: Jan 7 1852, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 30 1930, Montrose, Henry Co, MO
bur: Hopewell Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Early on the morning of January 30th, 1930, the Death Angel came to our little village and claimed as its victim, Robert Malcomb Gragg. He was born January 7th, 1852, in Henry County, Missouri, in the Hopewell community spending most of his life there. He came to Montrose, in 1910. He was one of the late pioneers of this country, having his beginning in life when the great Middle West was little more than a great open space. He witnessed many changes in the country, that few are still living to tell about. Just after the sun had arisen to illuminate the earth on the morning of January 30th, God sent His Angel to brother Gragg to relieve him of his intense suffering, and illuminate his soul for an Eternity where the dark shadows never come again. He lived to be seventy-eight years and twenty-three days old. He was married to Martha J. Harper, December 10, 1882. To this union six children were born, four boys and two girls, one son died in infancy. Those left behind are his wife, Mrs. Martha J. Gragg, Montrose, Missouri; his two daughters, Mrs. Effie Lee Fenimore, Rockville, Mo.; and Mrs. Etta M. Bramell, Montrose; his sons Leslie A. Gragg, of Urich; Fred H. Gragg, of Center, Colo.; and Oral O. Gragg, of Montrose, at whose home Mr. Gragg was staying at the time of his death. He had ten grand children living and two dead. He also left four brothers and three sisters. Mr. Gragg moved to Montrose in January 1910, engaging in the harness business from 1918 until 1919, when he sold out his business to his son Oral. After 1919 he retired from active business and spent his years quietly and peacefully in his home at Montrose. His health began to fail two years ago, since that time he was a sufferer more or less, until God called him from his affliction. How true it is, that man that is born of a woman is of few days and full of trouble, and men today are still asking the age old question, if a man die shall he live again? But Brother Gragg believed in the Immortality of the soul, and he rested his Eternal destiny on the life giving Words of the Savior, when He said, He that believeth in me shall never die, and though he were dead he shall live again. Brother Gragg's honesty and integrity was unquestioned by all who knew him. He was one of the few that we meet in this world that all speak well of. No doubt he pondered many things in his heart, but none can remember of hearing him say a single word of harm of anyone. His funeral services were conducted at the Hopewell Cumberland Presbyterian church, by the pastor, L. C. Bromley. His body was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery at await the morning of eternity. In the passing of brother Gragg, the town and community has lost one of its best citizens, yet we trust that with his passing, and his long, useful and congenial life God will be able through his example of honesty and integrity to build higher the ambitions of all those who knew Mr. Gragg and his life of sincerity. The sympathy of the entire town and community goes out to his bereaved wife and children. - Written by L. C. Bromley

GRAGG, Robert Malcomb
b: Jul 18 1826, Howard Co, MO
d: May 26 1909, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
bur: Stones Chapel Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
The Reverend Robert M. Gragg was born July 18, 1826, in Howard County, Missouri and died May 26, 1909, at his home in Walker township at the age of 82 years, 10 months and 10 days. He with his father came to Missouri in 1836, to Pettis County, three years later they moved to what is now Henry County, when he located on public land and is one of the earliest settlers of the county. He was married at the age of twenty to Miss Catherine Cook, of Johnson County, and followed the occupation of farming for several years. He joined the United Brethren Church in 1846, and was licensed as a local preacher and in 1855, he was ordained as a regular minister of the Methodist Protestant, and for over thirty years he devoted his entire time to ministerial work. He was the only preacher in this section of the state who filled regular appointments during the Civil War. Funeral services were at Stone's Chapel by E. R. Duggins and he was buried in the church cemetery.

GRAHAM, Charles Gordon
b: Apr 7 1935, Urich, Henry Co, MO
d: Sep 5 2003, Urich, Henry Co, MO
bur: Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 16 2003 - Charles Gordon Graham, 68, Urich, died Friday, September 5, 2003, at his home. He was born April 7, 1935, in Urich to Henry and Lois Shoemaker Graham. Mr. Graham was owner and operator of the Garden City Hardware until his retirement in 1992. On July 17, 1954, he married the former Mary Jayne Simpson in Urich. She survives of the home. He was a 1953 graduate of Urich High School. Following graduation he was employed by Urich Lumber Yard until 1971. Then became a partner in the Garden City Hardware Store. Additional survivors are one son, Rick Graham and his wife, Margie, Urich; one daughter, Lori Wainscott and her husband, Roger, Ballard; six grandchildren, Cassie Graham, Megan Graham, Sabrina Graham, Timber Wainscott, Sheena Wainscott and Graham Wainscott; his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Gene and Marlene Gregory of Urich, and several nieces and nephews. Gordon thoroughly enjoyed the annual Urich Reunion. He was extremely honored to be Grand Marshal of the 2003 Urich Reunion. He enjoyed spending time with his many friends playing pitch. He loved celebrating all holidays with his family and friends. Gordon loved life and lived it to the fullest. He will be sadly missed by all. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Jerry Graham. Funeral services were held Monday, September 8, at the Consalus-Bradley Funeral Home, Urich.

GRAHAM, David F.
b: Aug 14 1934, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
d: Jul 20 2001, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Green Lawn Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
arr: Park Lawn Funeral Home, Kansas City, Liberty & Lathrop
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 23 2001 - David F. Graham, 66, Clinton, died Friday, July 20, 2001, at his home. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 25, at Park Lawn Funeral Home with burial in Green Lawn Cemetery, Kansas City. He was born August 14, 1934, in Kansas City, the son of David B. and Pearl L. Hadley Graham. He lived most of his life in Kansas City before moving to Clinton in 1986. He was 20-year veteran of the United States Navy, retiring in 1972. He served in both the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War and was a member of the VFW. He is survived by his wife, Vera L. Graham, of the home; daughter, Kathy Swaggart, Overland Park, Kansas; four sons, David Graham, Clinton, John Graham, Clinton, Steven Graham, Cameron, and Scott Graham, St. Joseph; seven grandchildren, Joseph Stoops, Overland Park, Kansas, Kaitlin, Anna and Scott Swaggart, all of Cleveland, and Devon and Jessi Graham, both of Phoenix, Arizona, and Sydney Graham, Clinton; two half-brothers, Jerry and Edward Nelson, and one half-sister, Betty Haste, all of El Dorado Springs.

GRAHAM, Harold
b: Jul 26 1909, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Jul 2004
bur: Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 16 2004 - Harold Graham was born July 26, 1909, in St. Clair County, to Garland and Mable Florence Weaver Graham. He married the former Ruth Mona Randall. She preceded him in death November 25, 1996. Harold had farmed all of his life. He was a graduate of Deepwater High School. Harold enjoyed people and was a good friend to all who knew him. He was an avid reader and one of his greatest pleasures was to go to the Henry County Library and visit with the staff. In addition to his wife Ruth, his parents, one brother Clyde Graham, and two sisters, Lucille Huston and Viola Cornett, also preceded him in death. Survivors include two sisters, Margie Yallaly, Smithville, and Geneva Clara Peace, Liberty, plus several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at Consalus Chapel Thursday, July 8. Interment was at Lowry City Cemetery.

GRAHAM, James R. "Dick"
b: Feb 9 1916, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 24 2001, Phoenix, AZ
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 26 2001 - James R. "Dick" Graham of Apache Junction, Arizona, died Sunday, June 24, 2001, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona, after a long illness. He was born February 9, 1916, in Clinton, the son of George and May Graham. He is survived by his wife, the former Lydia Helwig, of the home; one daughter, Lauretta Graham; two granddaughters, Hilary and Gini, and a great-grandson, Jonathon, all of California; one brother, William Graham of Clinton, and one sister, Mary Feil of Texas. After receiving an electrical engineering degree from the Coyne Electrical Institute in Chicago, he operated several businesses in Clinton. He held the contract for wiring the Clinton Post Office. He served as a pilot and flight training instructor in the U.S. Air Corps during World War II. While in the service he spent several months flying "the hump" in the Burma Theater. After military service, he returned home and opened Clinton's first airport, north of town. He then moved to Appleton City where he was an electrical engineer for coal mine strip pit operators. After that he was an engineer with the Bendix Corp. several years before joining the Morrison-Knutson mining and engineering construction firm in Boise, Idaho, where he was in charge of electrical engineering services worldwide, retiring in Arizona in 1994. He was a member of the Apache Junction Christian Church. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 27, at the Clinton Christian Church. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery.

GRAHAM, Myrl BROWN
b: Aug 2 1908, Holiday, TX
d: Oct 10 1999, Harrisonville, Cass Co, MO
bur: Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville & Garden City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Myrl Brown Graham of Garden City was born August 2, 1908, in Holiday, Texas, the daughter of William J. and Mona (Kemp) Brown. She departed this life Sunday, October 10, 1999, at Golden Years Care Services, Harrisonville, at the age of 91 years, two months and eight days. Myrl confessed her faith in God at the age of 12 years, uniting with the Urich Baptist Church, sharing her talents and abilities. On May 28, 1934, Myrl became the bride of Rolla Edward Graham, enjoying 45 wonderful years together. To this union, one son, Larry Edward, was born in 1939. Myrl obtained her education in the Urich Elementary School, Urich High School, Cottey College, Nevada, and Central Missouri state University, Warrensburg. She taught 23 years in the Urich Elementary School, resigning in 1974 due to the health of her husband to take care of her mother. After being a resident of Urich for 77 years, Myrl moved to Garden City to be near her son and his wife, Linda. Again she became involved in education. She went to the new Covenant Fellowship Church and became a helper of the Christian School there, New Covenant Training Center. She was preceded in death by her father in 1964, her husband in 1979, her mother in 1982 and her brother in 1986. She leaves to mourn her passing a son, Larry Graham and wife, Linda, Garden City; three grandchildren, William Edward Graham and his fiancee, Sue Forbes, Lawson, Kimberly Erwin and her husband, Mike, Urich, and Jeff Graham and his wife, Cindy, Kansas City; seven great-grandchildren, Angel Gonzalez and her husband, Armando, Garden City, Amy and Michael Erwin, Urich, Adam, Chris and Jessica Harris, Kansas City, and Alyssa Graham, Harrisonville; a great-great-grandchild, Mateo Gonzalez, Garden City; four nephews, Dr. Robert Brown and his wife, Bonnie, Viola, Arkansas, Kemp brown, Shreveport, Louisiana, Nick Brown, Denver, Colorado, and Gordon Graham and wife, Mary Jane, Urich, other relatives, many friends and former students. Funeral services were Tuesday, October 12, at Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City. Burial was in Urich Cemetery.

GRAHAM, Pearl Aletta HUSSEY BRAUN
b: Sep 15 1918, Johnson Co, MO
d: Sep 10 2004, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Williams Funeral Chapel, Holden & Warrensburg, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 13 2004 - Pearl Braun Graham, 85, Warrensburg, died Friday, September 10, 2004, at Ridge Crest Nursing Center in Warrensburg. She was born Friday, September 15, 1918, in Johnson County, the daughter of Lewis Samuel Hussey and Edith Valentine Sutton Hussey. She was a lifelong resident of Johnson County. She had been a clerk at Doak's Grocery in Chilhowee and at TG&Y in Warrensburg, retiring in 1982. She was a former member of New Liberty Presbyterian Church at Denton and had been a 4-H leader and a member of the Henry County Fox Hunters Association. On December 3, 1938, in Chilhowee, she married G. F. (Frank) Braun, who died June 15, 1984. She married Leland Graham February 14, 1989. She is survived by her son Gary Braun and wife Virginia; two daughters, Marilyn Parsons and husband Kenneth "Skip" and Donna Todd, all of Warrensburg; nine grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Roberta Reed, Whittier, California, and Martha Parrott, San Jacinto, California. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Robert and Kenneth Hussey. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 14, at Williams Funeral Chapel in Warrensburg. Burial will follow in the Dunning section of Englewood Cemetery in Clinton.

GRAHAM, Phyllis Lillian SWALLEY
b: Aug 27 1930
d: Oct 30 2006, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 1 2006 - Phyllis Lillian Graham, 76, Clinton, died Monday, October 30, 2006, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Graveside services will be Friday, November 3, at the Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton. She is survived by her husband Paul Graham, of the home; two stepdaughters, Marie D'Angelo, 29 Palms, California, and Michele Cutler, Loveland, Colorado; a brother George Swalley, Sturgis, Michigan; a sister Marty Ellis, Waukegan, Illinois; a step-granddaughter Brittany D'Angelo, 29 Palms, California, and a niece Sondra Holden, Stephens Point, Wisconsin.

GRAHAM, William Frederick "Bill"
b: Jul 22 1917, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 22 2004, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 1 2005 - William Frederick "Bill" Graham, 87, Clinton died December 22, 2004, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. He was born July 22, 1917 in Clinton, son of George and May (Hite) Graham and lived in Clinton most of his life. On April 8, 1939, he married Burnice Huey, who preceded him in death in 1996. To this union four children were born, John, Mary, Tom and Judy, who died in infancy. Bill served in the United States Navy during World War II. He was a jeweler and had owned Time Jewelry since 1948. He was a member of the masons, the Odd Fellows, VFW Post 1894 of Clinton and the Scottish Rite. He was also a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Dick, Donald, John; one sister, Georgiana; first wife Burnice, and infant daughter, Judy Carolyn. In 1996 he married Fern Snyder. He is survived by his wife Fern, of the home; two sons, John Graham and wife Jean, Jackson, and Tom Graham and wife Virginia, Clinton; one daughter Mary Alice Braun and husband Harding Lee, Clinton; six grandchildren, Kelly Braun, Karen (Braun) Posey, Kevin Braun, Janelle (Graham) Sachse, Jeffrey Graham, Amanda Graham, and seven great-grandchildren. Also surviving is one sister, Mary Feil of Kliene, Texas; many nieces and nephews; Fern's children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, December 28, at the United Methodist Church, Clinton. Pall bearers were grandchildren Kelly Braun, Janelle Sachse, Jeff Graham, Amanda Graham, Kevin Braun and Karen Posey. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

GRAINGER, Ila Zee PARK
b: Jun 30 1912, Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 12 1999, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 14 1999 - Ila Zee Park Grainger, 86, Warrensburg, died Tuesday, January 12, 1999, at the Ridge Crest Nursing Care Center. She was born on June 30, 1912, in Blairstown, the daughter of James A. Park and Jessie Gertrude Quillin Park. On October 22, 1931, she and Russel J. Grainger were married in Warrensburg and he survives of the home. Mrs. Grainger was a 1931 graduate of the Norris High School. She was a homemaker, member of the First Baptist Church of Leeton, charter member of the Lady Elks #673 of Warrensburg and 60-year member of the Hickory Grove Homemakers Club. Survivors include her husband, Russel Grainger of Warrensburg; one son, Bob Grainger and his wife, Norma Jean, Chilhowee; one daughter, Shirley Ann See and her husband, Don, Overland Park, Kansas; one brother, Harry Park, Richmond; one sister, Beulah Jane Journey and her husband, Kelso, Clinton; four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and great-neice and great-nephews. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 16, at the Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg. Burial will be in the Sunset Hill Cemetery.

GRANNEMANN, Mildred Helen TROWBRIDGE
b: Sep 24 1903, Wellsville, Montgomery Co, MO
d: Aug 2 1991, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mildred Helen Grannemann, 87, Cole Camp, died Friday, Aug. 2, 1991, at Bothwell Regional Health Center. She was born Sept. 24, 1903, in Wellsville, daughter of Charles and Emma Oakes Trowbridge. On May 18, 1929, in Sedalia, she married Leonard Grannemann, who died April 30, 1981. Mrs. Grannemann, a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Cole Camp, graduated from Wellsville Public Schools and Warrensburg State Teachers college. She also was a member of the Iris Garden Club for 50 years and taught from 1923 to 1929 at Cole Camp public schools. Survivors include two sister-in-laws, Leona Eckhoff and Selma Grannemann, both of Cole Camp, and nieces and nephews.

GRANT, Anna Florence HILL
b: 1877, Arkansas
d: Jan 25 1904, Henry Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Jan 30 1904 - Mrs. Russel Grant, beloved daughter of Mrs. William Hill of Calhoun, died at her home in Deepwater Monday at 9 p.m. She was 27 and had been married one year. She leaves a husband, mother, two brothers and a host of friends. She was a most excellent young woman. At her side was placed the tiny little daughter, which died at birth. The Calhoun hearse met the 11:30 Clinton Line train Wednesday and conveyed the remains to Calhoun for the funeral at the Christian Church.

GRANT, Elmer Fred
b: Apr 21 1895, Scammon, Cherokee Co, KS
d: Apr 25 1995, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Elmer Fred Grant was born April 21, 1895, in Scammon, Kansas, the son of Ivan and Mary L. (Kennedy) Bert. He died Tuesday, April 25, 1995, at the Research Medical Center in Kansas City at the age of 100. Elmer had made his home in Kansas City, since 1914. He was in the United States Army in 1918-1919, serving in France during World War I. He was employed by Commerce Trust Bank from 1917 until his retirement in 1963. Elmer was married in 1919 and had four children. He was divorced in 1936 and in 1938 was united in marriage to Mary Etta Temple, who preceded him in death in 1981. He was a member of the Independence Boulevard Christian Church in Kansas City. He enjoyed traveling - fishing trips to the Ozarks, trips to Las Vegas and scenic trips by automoble. Elmer took great pleasure in his yard work, growing tomates and flowers and playing cards and table games at home. After his wife died, he lived alone in his big house, continued his yard work, did housekeeping, laundry, cooking and shopping until a year ago, when he finally gave in and let his children assist him. Elmer was a quick-witted person with a good sense of humor and a pleasnat person to be with. He was a devoted husband and was always a responsible father. He gave his children advice and suggestions, when requested to do so. Elmer was 100 years old the 21st of April and those who knew him are all thankful and feel very fortunate to have him with them this long. He is survived by one son, Harry Grant, Kansas City, Kansas; two daughters, Lavinia Todd, Kansas City, and Gracie Cushing, Grandview; 10 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; two stepdaughters, Edith Riffel and Edna Meredith, both of Clinton; four step-grandchildren, 10 step-great-grandchildren and seven step-great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services Thursday, April 27, at Consalus Chapel in Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

GRANT, Emily A. M. L. CHILDERS
b: Aug 17 1838, Logan Co, KY
d: Jul 14 1903, 3 mi N of Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Bozarth Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, July 25 1903 - Died, at her home three miles north of Clinton, July 14, 1903, 6:10 a.m., Mrs. Emily A. Grant, 63, her fatal malady being consumption. She was married to W. H. Grant Nov. 8, 1860. Ten children, a devoted husband and six children surviving her: Mrs. Mary Kinyon, Alice and Pearl Grant, Charles and John Grant and Mrs. Nellie Jones (the latter three residing in Montana). She was a daughter of Washington and Casandra Childers and was born in Logan county, Ky. August 17, 1838. She came to Missouri at the age of 3 and has lived in Henry ever since. She leaves two brothers and one sister: W. H. Childers of Quarles;' J. W. Childers of Van, Texas, and Mrs. Mary E. Pruitt of VanBuren, Arkansas. They were all with her during her last illness. She united with the Quarles Baptist Church 10 years ago. Burial at Bozarth cemetery.

GRANT, Goldie M. WITTEN
b: May 29 1924, Miller Co, MO
d: Aug 2 1991, near Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
bur: Spring Garden Cemetery, Eldon, Miller Co, MO
arr: Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Goldie M. Grant, age 67, passed away early Friday morning, August 2, 1991 at her home near Warsaw. She was born on May 29, 1924 in Miller County, Missouri, the daughter of James B. and Barbara Johnson Witten. She was united in marriage on May 29, 1947 to Vernon Grant at Olathe, Kansas. Following their marriage they made their home in Kansas City, Kansas and unto this union one daughter Sue was born. She was employed by the Colgate Company of Kansas City, Kansas for several years. In November of 1968, they moved to their home near Warsaw. She is survived by her husband Vernon of the home; one daughter Sue and her husband Ed Whitmill. of Old Mexico; 5 grandchildren, Jule Marie York, Stephon, Matthew, T.J., and Daniel Whitmill; 5 great-grandsons and one great-granddaughter. Also surviving is one sister, Sylvia Walker of Kansas City, Kansas, several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. Goldie was a devoted wife and a loving mother and grandmother and will be remembered for many happy hours she spent with her family and many friends. Funeral services were held Monday. August 5, 1991 at the Reser Funeral Chapel. Burial was in Spring Garden Cemetery in Eldon, Missouri.

GRANT, Hazel M.
b: abt 1900
d: 1994
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Hazel M. Grant, 94, Lowry City, died Monday morning, June 27, 1994, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. Mrs. Grant was born near Osceola and was a lifelong Lowry City area resident. She was a member of the High Hill Baptist Church near Osceola. Survivors are nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Pleasant Mound Cemetery. Burial will be in the Pleasant Mound Cemetery near Osceola.

GRANT, Legrant Elmer Sr.
b: Jul 25 1855, Knox Co, KY
d: Dec 22 1922, Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Dec 1922 - L. E. Grant died at the home of his friend, Lem Huston, in Deepwater, at 1 a.m., December 22nd. He had been in failing health for some time and in very poor health the past year. He had been living in Tulsa, Oklahoma, for some time, but a few months ago, he and his daughter, Miss Leta, came to Deepwater to look after his farms in the south part of the county. Soon after coming back, he became ill, and he never got well enough to return to Oklahoma. Some weeks ago he was brought to Mr. Huston's so he could have better medical attention. His daughter had most tenderly cared for her father for years. To her and the sons, our hearts go out in sympathy, as it seems that sorrow is doubly hard to bear at the holiday season, when the whole world should be glad. His sons came for the funeral. L. E. Grant, retired merchant and livestock dealer, of Deepwater, Missouri, was born in Knox county, Missouri July 25, 1855. Born, reared and educated in Knox county, L. E. Grant resided there until 1885, when opportunity beckoned to him and he came to Deepwater, Missouri, and engaged in business pursuits in which he achieved more than ordinary success. For a period of twenty-one years, he was engaged in the grocery and hardware business in that city and became well and favorably known throughout Henry county as a reliable and able business man. From his boyhood days he had always been interested in livestock and is an excellent judge of farm animals Along with his other business, he had been engaged in the buying and shipping of livestock, and probably held the record as a livestock shipper in Henry county in the number of livestock he had bought and shipped from this section. Mr. Grant's shipments from Deepwater aggregated from 100 to 150 carloads of stock yearly and his dealings with the livestock raisers were so fair and honest that he was kept busily employed in taking care of the business. He retired from active business pursuits in 1917, but looked after his farm of 290 acres, situated within two and a half miles of Deepwater, and also owned another farm located five miles south of Deepwater, in St. Clair county. February 9, 1881, he was united in marriage with Miss Martha Gorman, who died January 7, 1915. Three children were born to them - Russell Lee and Mary Leta, twins, and L. Elmer, Jr. Russell Lee Grant is a successful real estate operator at Tulsa, Oklahoma. Miss Mary Leta Grant was her father's homemaker, L. Elmer Jr. is engaged in the real estate business with his brother at Tulsa, Oklahoma. Mr. Grant had always been a worker in the ranks of the Democratic party in Henry county and had served as treasurer of his home city. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church, South, and was affiliated with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Deepwater and the Benevolent Protective Order of Elks of Clinton. He was genial, a hospitable citizen, who was well liked and highly esteemed by his many friends and acquaintances throughout Henry county. Rev. A. N. Lindsey conducted the funeral at the Methodist church, in Deepwater, at 1 p.m. Sunday, after which the body was brought to Englewood for interment, where a graveside service was held, and the Elks took charge.

GRAPETINE, Frances Elizabeth DAVIES
b: Sep 12 1911, Ridgeville, Manitoba, Canada
d: Apr 29 2004, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 10 2004 - Frances Elizabeth Grapetine, daughter of John and Mary Elizabeth Davies, was born September 12, 1911, in Ridgeville, Manitoba, Canada, and died at Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City, April 29, 2004, at the age of 92 years. Frances was a homemaker. She was married to Herbert Grapetine, who preceded her in death in 1988. she is survived by two daughters, Beverly VanZanten and husband Niko, Osceola, and Valerie L. Laning and husband Richard, St. Charles; one son Terry Grapetine and wife Jean, Ankeny, Iowa; one sister, Kay Ross, Oak Bank, Manitoba, Canada, as well as eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Graveside services were held at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, Saturday, May 1.

GRASHER, Carol Albertine
b: Aug 22 1922, near Delmar, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 26 2006, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 26 2006 - Carol Albertine Grasher, daughter of Albert Oscar and Annie Margaret (Butz) Grasher, was born August 22, 1922, in Henry County, near Delmar. She died at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, on March 26, 2006, at the age of 83 years. Carol attended school at Marvin and Urich. She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Clinton and she attended Clinton Senior Center as long as her health allowed. She is survived by one sister, Mildred Kerns, Clinton, and one sister-in-law, Louise Grasher, Urich; seven nephews and nieces, Donna Grasher, Peggy Halloran and husband Dick, George A. Kerns and wife Margaret, Bobbie Lee Kerns and wife Beverly, Betty Kerns and husband Dwayne McKee, Nina Newbill and husband Charles and Gina Moreno and husband Reno; seven great-nieces and nephews, Shannon Cole Bossaller, Deborah Kerns, Dr. Sandra Kerns, David Kerns, Charles Franklin Newbill III, Chandra Newbill and Chalana, as well as four great-great-nieces, Katherine Kerns, Tabitha Kerns, Ashlyn Kerns and Paige Newbill. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Wednesday, March 29. Burial was in Norris Cemetery, Urich.

GRASHER, Harvey Julius
b: Mar 26 1900, Hartwell, Henry Co, MO
d: Aug 18 1995, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Harvey Julius Grasher was born March 26, 1900, in Hartwell, the son of Lewis and Sophia (Schlicher) Grasher. He died Friday, August 18, 1995, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital at the age of 95. He was a lifelong resident of the Urich area. He was married to Amelia L. Allgor. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially when he was hunting, fishing and trapping. Also, he always had a garden and was very proud of the tomatoes that he raised. Another great joy to him were his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Amelia, of the home; one son, Julius Grasher and wife, Anne, Urich; one step-son, Alvin Tisch, Grandview; one stepdaughter, Dorothy Thompson, Urich; 10 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Monday, August 21, at the Consalus Chapel in Urich. Burial was in Norris Cemetery, Henry County.

GRASHER, Louis Kosseth
b: Jun 4 1857, Trenton, IL
d: Aug 16 1925, Henry Co, MO
bur: Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Louis K. Grasher passed away Sunday, August 16, 1925, at 3:30 p.m. He had been a sufferer for two years with that dreaded disease, cancer of the face. He had been to many specialist but without success. He had never accepted Christ as his Savior until three weeks before his death, when H. P. Faris and Rev. Blythe visited him reading the scripture and praying for him, he found the way of salvation. Mr. Faris was indeed a friend in need as he visited him often during his sickness. Much praise is also to George Holt, of Clinton, who was his faithful caretaker. Louis K. Grasher was born June 4th, 1857, being 68 years, 2 months and 12 days of age at the time of his death. He bought the place where he died, in 1880 and for 45 years this had been his home. July 4, 1882, he was married to Sophia Schlicher, who preceded him in death two years and 5 days. Eleven children blessed this union, one dying in infancy. (part missing) He is also survived by 20 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. H. P. Faris, who had been a real friend of his for years, conducted the funeral service at his home after which his body was laid to rest in Norris cemetery, by the side of his wife as he had requested.

GRASHER, Lyle Benton
b: Mar 23 1921, near Hartwell, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 18 1994, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lyle Benton Grasher, son of Albert Oscar and Annie Margaret (Butz) Grasher, was born near Hartwell, on March 23, 1921. He attended Marvin Grade School and Urich and Clinton high schools. He was married to Louise Wilson and moved to their farm east of Urich in 1947. They raised grain and livestock and he enjoyed selling garden produce in Urich, Clinton and surrounding towns. Their daughters, Donna and Peggy, were born in Clinton and attended Urich schools. Donna (Mrs. Terry Sullivan) lives in Blue Springs and Peggy (Mrs. Dick Halloran) lives in North Kansas City. Donna's son, Shannon Bossaller, is a student at the University of Missouri at Columbia. Lyle was well-known throughout the area and was always ready to help a friend or neighbor in trouble. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and trapping. He liked to join friends for card games and loved to eat. He loved to be outdoors and particularly enjoyed working with his cattle. He had been in failing health for several years due to complications from sugar diabetes. He passed away at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton on February 18, 1994, at the age of 72. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Louise of the home; his daughters, Donna Sullivan and husband Terry, and Peggy Halloran and husband Dick; one grandson, Shan Bossaller; two sisters, Mildred Kerns and Carol Grasher, both of Clinton, and numerous other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Monday, February 21. Burial was in the Norris Cemetery, Urich.

GRASHER, Sophia SCHLICHER
b: Sep 19 1860, New Baden, IL
d: Aug 11 1923, Henry Co, MO
bur: Norris Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Sophia Grasher passed away Saturday night at 10:55, August 11th, 1923. On Tuesday morning she went to the home of her son, Will, to spend the day. She had not been well for a number of years, but was feeling well as usual. She became suddenly ill and her condition was such that an operation was necessary. Friday it was performed for strangulated hernia. Two Kansas City surgeons, assisted by two local doctors and a trained nurse were in attendance, but she passed away at the above stated time. Mrs. Grasher was a kind and loving woman, loved by all. Her happy smile was always ready for those around her. Sophia Schlicher was born September 19th, 1860, in New Baden, Illinois. When a young girl she came with her parents to Henry county in the spring of 1878, where on July 4th, 1882 she was united in marriage to L. K. Grasher and in and around Hartwell had been her home since. Eleven children blessed this union, one dying in infancy. The children are as follows: John E., of Kansas City; William P., Mrs. Ed Kantner, Albert O., Charlie O., Valentine B., Harvey J., of this place; Mrs. Otis Scanlon, of Tulsa, Oklahoma; Adolph P., of Kansas City, and Frank, of Custer, Washington. All were at the bedside of this dear mother during her sickness and death except Frank. She is also survived by nineteen grandchildren and three sisters and one brother. Rev. J. M. Ramsey conducted the funeral services at Hartwell Baptist church at two o'clock Tuesday p.m., after which the body was tenderly laid to rest in Norris cemetery. The floral offerings were many and beautiful. Eight granddaughters carried the flowers.

GRAVES, J. W.
b: n/a
d: 1914
Montrose Recorder, Jul 17 1914 - J. W. Graves died at his home in Spruce Wednesday morning of dropsy after an illness of several months. The remains were taken to Butler Thursday where funeral services were held and interment made.

GRAVES, Robert L. Sr.
b: abt 1931
d: Apr 28 2007
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 30 2007 - Robert L. Graves Sr., 76, Clinton, died Saturday, April 28, 2007. The rosary will be held Wednesday, May 2, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, with the funeral mass to follow. He worked for the Jay Wolfe Automotive Group 32 years as sales manager. He was a lifetime member of the Elks Lodge and 17-year member of the American Legion, both in Mt. Home, Arkansas. He is survived by Mildred, his wife of 49 years; four sons, Jerry J. Graves, Terry T. Graves, Robert L. Graves Jr., Charlie F. Graves; three daughters, Cathy Baraban, Judith A. Francis, Blanche Kesler; nine grandchildren, Paige Baraban, Carl Graves, Heather Herring, Tyler Graves, Cameron Baraban, Emily Kesler, Bradly Kesler, Charly Graves and Mason Graves.

GRAY, Alfred A. Dr.
b: Aug 18 1867, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: May 31 1929, Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye - Dr. Gray's Life Work Ended - Dr. Alfred A. Gray has entered his Eternal Reward. The end of earthly duties came at 10:15 a.m., Friday, May 31, at his home in Calhoun. July 1928, he underwent an operation for enlarged glands on his neck. After a few months they troubled him again and grew worse. January 7, he left his office in Calhoun never to return. His sufferings were intense and he had hoped to live but skill and loving care could not heal and he bowed to the inevitable. He was born in Windsor, Mo., August 18, 1867, where he lived until he was 8, and he moved to nearby Roseland and he grew to manhood in the household of his parents, his father being the late Dr. Wel Gray, who gave himself unstintingly as a physician to the pioneer people of Henry county. Young Alfred A. Gray attended school at Sedalia, later went to St. Louis where he attended the St. Louis Physicians and Surgeons School and got his degree. A little later the same year he was unite din marriage with Miss Lelia Pigg at the home of her parents in Springfield. The young doctor practiced a few months with his father at Roseland, then went to Calhoun and opened his office and that had been his home since. He was devoted to his wife and children, surrounding them with his live. About ten years ago, their only son, Alfred Lewis Gray was drowned in Idaho, so the only daughter, Miss Pauline, is left to comfort her mother. This is the first death among the brothers and sisters of the late Dr. Wellington Gray and wife. He loved these brothers and sisters devotedly and gave them every consideration. They are: Joe W. Gray, Clinton; Dr. Harry Gray, Springfield; Charles Gray, Tulsa, Okla; Mrs. J. P. Cecil, Clinton; Mrs. Wallace Bennett, Los Angeles, Cal. All were present for the funeral with their families except Charles Gray and Mrs. Bennett, who were unable to come. Dr. Gray was loved by the people of Calhoun and vicinity as he had ministered to their sick for more than 30 years, no night being too dark or story, no day too hot or cold for him to come. The life of a country doctor is one of self sacrifice, as he continually faces life and death and is with his friends in their hour of greatest need. After his operation, he was unable to make calls, but did office practice until the disease fastened such a hold he was unable to stay in the office, then the people would come to his home for him to doctor them. He did this just as long as possible, but a few weeks ago he regretfully told them it was impossible for him to concentrate enough to tell them correctly and that he could no longer serve them. He was a member of the Presbyterian church at Calhoun. Serving his Master always and his church as far officially as his profession would permit. He supported every branch of the church financially. He was also a Mason. He took an interest in the life of the community, in the fall product show, in his friends and neighbors. The county has lost a friend as well as a physician. Rev. Holland preached his funeral at the Calhoun Presbyterian church Sunday afternoon. His body was laid in the Calhoun cemetery, by the side of his son, who was drowned.

GRAY, Betty Lou BRISCOE
b: Sep 21 1931, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
d: Sep 24 2001, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 15 2001 - Betty Lou Gray was born September 21, 1931, at Holden, daughter of Norman and Glenna L. Toweles Briscoe. She died September 24, 2001, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City. She married Ralph E. Gray, May 26, 1953. She was a member of Northeast Baptist Church, Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary, Blessing Heights Worship Center of Cassville, Henry County cancer Society and Order of Eastern Star. Her parents and husband precede her in death. Survivors include two sons, Randy Gray and wife, Julie, Clinton, and Rob Gray, Cassville; one grandson, Dustin Gray; one step-grandson, Travis Miller; two step-granddaughters, Jennifer and Kimberly Miller; two great-grandsons, Dustin Gray II and Alec Gray; one brother, Norman Briscoe and wife, Dana; two half-brothers, Ed Briscoe and Bill Briscoe; three half-sisters, Jean Shippy, Patricia Wolfenbarger and Sharon Sauer. Memorial services were held October 1 at Consalus Chapel. Inurnment was in Parks Chapel Cemetery.

GRAY, Clara Elizabeth HEAD
b: Mar 22 1844, Benton Co, MO
d: Jun 12 1919, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye - A Henry County Pioneer Mother In Heaven - June 12th, Mrs. Clara Elizabeth Gray crossed to the Other Shore. her husband Dr. J. W. Gray, died June 17, 1918, and since that time she had never been well, in fact all could see her gradually fading away. For 2 years previous to Dr. Gray's death, he was in very poor health and during all that time, she patiently and tenderly ministered to his needs. After he passed away and she so missed this beloved companion all saw that this frail little woman, would soon be with them no more. Clara Elizabeth Head was born near Lincoln, Mo., March 22, 1844, where she lived until during the Civil War, and it being on the border country, her father, the late Dr. Head, moved his family to Boone county. Sept. 21, 1864, Dr. J. W. Gray, of Windsor, came and claimed her for his bride. He had studied medicine under her father while he still lived at Lincoln. She was a Southern gentle woman and raised with many slaves and at the time of her marriage she had never learned to cook. While she did not know how, the old darkies loved her so well, they came to her rescue and taught her. It was only during her last illness that an old negro man met her son, J. W. Gray, in Clinton and told him how much respect and devotion the darkies had for her. He also said he worked on that farm for more than two years and in all that time he had never seen her angry or out of patience. She is survived by six devoted children: Mrs. John P. Cecil, southeast of Calhoun; Dr. A. A. Gray, Calhoun; J. W. Gray, Clinton; Chas. V. Gray, Springfield; Dr. Harry P. Gray, Chilhowee; Mrs. Wallace Bennett, Long Beach, Calif. There are 21 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren, the children of Mrs. Mary Cecil Davis, of Lexington. She also leaves a sister, Mrs. Kate Davis, of Douglass, Wash., and brother, Dr. C. W. Head, Windsor. She knew many happenings of the early days of this country, as her parents were pioneers. Her father went to California during the gold fever of '49 and on his return 2 years later a little dog was the only one on the place who knew him as he had grown a long beard. By faith she was a Baptist, having united with the church at the age of 16. She guided and taught her children the teachings of the Master and by the sweet example of her own Christian living, won them for Christ, who now in their turn are doing the same thing. good deeds, right acts and Christian living reach on through eternity, not only through eternity, but generation after generation. How thankful a child should feel for such a home as she made and such an influence as she had. Of quiet nature, but the sweetest and gentlest of manners, she instilled in them refinement, culture and Christianity. She saw that all of her children were well educated and all stand at the top of their profession or calling in life they have chosen. A mother's life is always reflected in her children and when she chooses for them the best things of life, they are most fortunate. After her marriage she resided in Windsor until 1875, when they lived in Calhoun a few months and later purchased the home farm near Mt. Olivet. There she resided the rest of her life, except about two years, when they moved to Clinton, where she made many friends. She returned to the farm and for 2 1/2 years previous to the death of her husband, she resided with her son, J. W. Gray and did until he moved to Clinton, when she went to live with Mrs. Cecil. The funeral services were conducted at Mt. Olivet, the church, where she loved to worship, by Rev. House, pastor of the Windsor Baptist church, June 13th, at 11 a.m. Burial in the cemetery nearby.

GRAY, Cleo
b: n/a
d: Jul 1969
Cleo Gray, 57, Sedalia died Monday at a hospital here. He was born in Calhoun, MO, and had lived in Sedalia nine years. He was pastor of the East Broadway Christian church in Sedalia. He leaves his wife, Ruby Miller Gray, one son, two daughters, four brothers, and one sister. Funeral services were Thursday, July 1969 with burial in Highland Sacred Gardens cemetery.

GRAY, Elsie GLASS
b: Sep 3 1915, Laddonia, Audrain Co, MO
d: Nov 3 2007, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery GA-GU, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 6 2007 - Elsie Gray, 92, Raytown and formerly of Windsor, died Saturday, November 3, 2007, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City. She was born on September 3, 1915, in Laddonia, Missouri, the daughter of George and Clara S. (Ruby) Glass. On May 11, 1935, in Clinton, she married James Kenneth Gray, who died March 14, 1989. She worked at the Windsor International Shoe Factory for many years before her retirement. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Windsor, and after moving to Raytown, she joined the Spring Valley Baptist Church where she attended faithfully. She was also a longtime member of the Meadow Queen Rebekah Lodge #528, Windsor. Survivors include a son, James K. Gray and wife, Jean, Independence; a daughter, Patsy Ray and husband, George, Raytown; three grandchildren, Jason Ray and his wife, Mary, Melissa Nothnagel, Delisa Hicks and her husband Mike; 10 great-grandchildren, Alexander S. Ray, Kelsey A. Ray, Sherry Juergens, Tiffany Juergens, Vanessa Juergens, Haley Nothnagel, Nick Nothnagel, Austin Baxter, Shanna Hicks, Austin Hicks a great-great-grandchild Mackenzie Juergens; a brother, James Glass, Parkville; two sisters, Helen Jantsch, Kansas City, and Ruth Mullins, Vancouver, Washington, and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Sterling Glass, George "Skit" Glass and Ralph Glass, and two sisters, Louise Vanata and Pearl Post. Graveside funeral services will be Wednesday, November 7, at Laurel Oak Cemetery.

GRAY, Frank S.
b: Oct 17 1857
d: May 24 1923, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery GA-GU, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye - Frank Gray was born October 7, 1857; died Thursday, May 24, 1923, at Windsor. He was the seventh child of a family of eight children. His father, Sidney C. Gray, was one of Missouri's pioneers, being the first white child born in Rockport, Mo. Eleven years ago Mr. Gray was married to Miss Nellie Jackson, of Clinton, Mo., to a most excellent lady, greatly loved by all who know her, and whose tender ministry and faithful devotion to her husband was very tender and beautiful. She has the deepest sympathy of her many friends to comfort her in this irreparable bereavement. Miss Sallie Gray, who has taught in the Windsor school for more than 40 years, was the only surviving sister to Mr. Gray. Throughout their entire live the brother and sister have been inseparable and were greatly attached to one another. Through life they had promoted each other's prosperity and joined in each other's welfare. John C. Gray, an aged and infirm brother, near Windsor, still survives. Frank Gray was one of Henry county's fine gentlemen, both in heart and appearance. He truly lived an upright and Masonic life and displayed in his daily service the eminent Christian virtues of kindness, charity and benevolence. He made many warm and true friends, a host of whom attended his funeral at Windsor, May 26th. The funeral address was made by Rev. A. N. Lindsey, assisted by Rev. Woods. The Windsor Mason's lodge conducted the burial of the remains in their beautiful cemetery.

GRAY, Glenn Curtis
b: Nov 1 1910, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 21 1993, Longmont, CO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Glenn Curtis Gray of Longmont, died Sunday, November 21, 1993 at Longmont United Hospital. He was 83. Born on November 1, 1910, in Windsor, he was the son of Maurice Gray and Lillith Sims Gray. He married Irene Louise Robinson in June 1932 in Green Ridge. She preceded him in death on August 18, 1965. Mr. Gray was a pioneer businessman who came from Lamar, Mo. in a Model T in 1936. He started Gray's Used Cars on South Main Street in 1936, relocating to North Main Street in 1939 where Gray-Welch Motors remains in business to this day. Affectionately referred to as "Gray” by his friends, he will be sadly missed by family and friends. He loved sports and was an avid golfer with three holes-in-one at Sunset Golf Course. He was also an excellent checker player, having played a former world champion. Survivors include his daughter, Janis L. Welch and her husband Dale of Clinton: one sister. Eda Stewart of Yucaipa, Ca.; two grandchildren. Jay C. Welch of Blue Springs, and Kim R. Welch of Charleston, S.C.; three great-grandchildren. Gray Welch and Kim P. Welch of Blue Springs, and Nash O'Neill Welch of Charleston, S.C. Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 24, 1993 at Howe Mortuary Chapel, 439 Coffman Street in Longmont, Colo. with burial in Longmont Mountain View Cemetery.

GRAY, Ida Florence McLANE
b: Jan 28 1887, Benton Co, MO
d: Nov 30 1967, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Funeral services for Mrs. Ida Gray, 80, Clinton, who died Nov 30, 1967, at the home of her son, the Rev. Cleo Gray, Sedalia, MO, were held at 2 p.m. Dec 2, 1967 at the First Christian Church, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Ida Florence McLane was born in Benton County, Jan 28, 1887, one of 11 children of Finis Ewing and Florence Winn McLane. In September 1907, she married Fred Blaine Gray. For about two years they lived in Windsor; then moved to a farm in the Thrush community. For thirty years farming was their livelihood. They lived in Henry and Johnson counties where they reared their family of seven sons and a daughter. In November 1939, death claimed her companion. In September 1964, a son, Wilson, died and in July 1966, another son, Virgil died. In later years Mrs. Gray had made her home in Clinton where she enjoyed the comforts of a modern home and the companionship of her children and friends. The children surviving are: Wyley, Wallace, Cleo, Mrs. Bernard (Hazel) Smith, Harold and Billy.

GRAY, James Wallace "Polk" Dr.
b: Jan 9 1845, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 16 1907, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Dr. J. W. Gray Succumbs to Insidious Disease and the Surgeon's Knife - Our community was much saddened Wednesday morning by the intelligence that Dr. "Polk" Gray was dead, his demise occurring at 8:30 o'clock Tuesday night in St. Joseph's Hospital, Kansas City, where on Wednesday of last week he was operated upon for bladder trouble, with which he had been afflicted for a number of years. The operation was successfully performed and for a few days high hopes were entertained of his ultimate recovery, but peritonitis set in and he passed away, surrounded by his devoted wife, his nephew, Dr. Alf Gray, and attendants. The body was brought to Calhoun Wednesday night, and conveyed to his late home by brethren from the Masonic and Odd Fellow lodges; while warm personal friends and neighbors solaced the bereaved wife. James Wallace Gray was born in Springfield township, Henry county, January 9, 1845, and was the fourth child in a family of twelve children, his parents being the late Rev. Wm. A. and Mary (Lofftus) Gray. Reared on a farm and educated in the schools of the neighborhood, at 17 years of age he began clerking in a store at Windsor, where he remained until 1865. He later went to St. Louis and studied dentistry for one year, then returned to Windsor and practiced that profession, and also pursued the study of medicine. In 1870 he attended medical lectures one term in St. Louis, and again returned to Windsor, practicing both dentistry and medicine until 1876, in which year he was graduated from the Keokuk (Iowa) Medical College. He then located in Calhoun, and on May 1 married Miss Ada Munn. Here he continued the practice of medicine until his fatal malady so weakened his constitution that he was for the past two or three years compelled to very largely discontinue its active pursuit. Dr. Gray was a member of the Windsor Baptist church, but on removing to Calhoun withdrew by letter, and had since affiliated with no particular church. He was a member of the Masonic and I.O.O.F. fraternities, under whose ritualistic auspices the remains were consigned to Mother Earth in Calhoun cemetery, Thursday afternoon, an impressive funeral service being conducted at the family home by Rev. R. J. Kyle, Methodist pastor. And thus surrounded by sorrowing relatives and friends, 'mid the perfume-laden air of floral wreaths and garlands, the unctuous and comforting words of the man of God, and tremulous song from the choir, was borne hither our beloved citizen. Beside the grief-stricken wife, deceased leaves two brothers - Dr. J. Wellington Gray and Jud Gray, and a numerous kinship.

GRAY, John T.
b: Oct 6 1815, Kentucky
d: Jun 4 1902, Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, June 14, 1902 - John T. Gray died at his home in Calhoun at a few minutes to 8 p.m. June 4, 1902, aged 87. He was born in Kentucky October 6, 1815. He came to Missouri four years before Missouri became a State. He was married February 29, 1844, to Miss Barthena N. Head. Five children were born to this union. In early manhood, he became a member of the Baptist Church. On the afternoon following, one of the largest funeral corteges in the history of Calhoun gathered at the Baptist Church, where Rev. Thornhill conducted the services. He leaves a devoted wife and a daughter, Mrs. Lula Fewell, and a host of relatives and friends.

GRAY, Joseph P.
b: Feb 11 1853, Preble Co, OH
d: Sep 10 1927, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery GA-GU, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye - Joseph P. Gray was born in Preble county, Ohio, February 11th, 1853, and departed this life March (should be Sep) 10 1927, being 74 years, 6 months and 29 days old. When 13 years old he came with his parents to Missouri and settled on a farm near where Roseland now stands and in this and the adjoining community he spent his entire life. On January 3, 1875, he was united in marriage to Naomi Slapper, and to this union four children were born. One, Archester, the first born, died before he was two years of age, and the other three are living and are as follows: Mrs. Nellie Chastain, Maurice Gray and Mrs. John Dundas all are married and have homes of their own near where their parents resided. Mr. Gray had been in declining health for the last few years. He with his wife left their old home in February and moved near his son Maurice, just one-half mile west of Ft. Lyon, where he passed peacefully away about eight o'clock Saturday morning. He arose feeling as well as usual Saturday morning, and did his usual chores, spoke of having a pain in his head when he returned to the house and was soon gone. Besides his dear companion, who so patiently cared for him until the very last, he is survived by one brother, J. L. Gray, of Roseland and one sister, Mrs. Laura Briggs of Leesville, Mo.; three grandchildren, one adopted grandchild and a number of other relatives and friends. When 18 years of age he professed faith in Jesus Christ and united with the Mt. Olivet Baptist church where he served as superintendent of the Sunday School for a number of years. The funeral services were held at the home Sunday morning. After the services, the body was taken to the cemetery at Windsor and tenderly laid to rest. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the wife and children in this, their great sorrow. The family feels the loss most keenly, but Mr. Gray was a good citizen, a prosperous farmer and a fine Christian gentleman.

GRAY, Lilith Rear SIMS
b: Aug 31 1887, near Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 18 1939, near Fort Lyon, Benton Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery GA-GU, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Maurice Gray - Lilith Rear Sims, daughter of Alfred R. and Sally White Sims, was born August 31, 1887, near Windsor, Missouri. She departed this life March 18, 1939, at her home in Ft. Lyon vicinity at the age of 51 years, 6 months and 18 days. She was married to Maurice Gray February 9, 1909. To this union, three children were born: Glenn of Lamar, Missouri; Mrs. Eda Stewart of Ventura, California, and Gail of the home, all of whom are living. She is survived by her husband and children and three grandchildren ; Janis Gray, Graydon Lewis Stewart, and Joyce Ann Stewart. Others near and dear to her are four brothers, Clarence, Herbert, Harold and Joe Sims, of Windsor, Missouri, and four sisters, Mrs. Alice Dye of Tacoma, Washington; Miss Mildred Sims and Mrs. Pauline Funk of Windsor, Missouri, and Mrs. Anna Baker of Tulsa, Oklahoma. One brother, Orville, and one sister, Izola, preceded her in death. She leaves several nephews and nieces and a host of friends. She became a Christian in early girlhood and remained a faithful member of McIntire Chapel from that time to her death. Words fail to express her devotion to her loved ones and to her Master. She filled her place in her home, her church and her community most admirably. Services were held at the home, Sunday, March 19. Burial was in Laurel Oak Cemetery at Windsor.

GRAY, Lucille M. KIMES
b: Nov 16 1911, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 29 2005, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 30 2005 - Lucille M. Gray, age 94, died Tuesday, November 29, 2005, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Graveside services will be held Thursday, December 1, 2005 at Englewood Cemetery, under the direction of Consalus Funeral Home. She was born in Henry County on November 16, 1911 to William M. and Louisa Wolf Kimes she married Raymond Gray. She was employed as a practical nurse. Mrs Gray was a member of the Clinton Christian Church, the Christian Women's Fellowship and was an avid flower and vegetable gardener. Lucille was preceded in death by her husband, one sister and one niece. Surviving is one daughter, B.K. Robbins and her husband, one sister and one niece.

GRAY, Martha Lee LEE
b: abt 1909
d: 1992
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Martha Lee Gray, 83, Kansas City in Platte County, died Saturday, Oct. 31, 1992 in the Ramona Villa Health Care Center. Mrs. Gray was a sister-in-law of Mildred Mayfield of Clinton, and Betty Gray of Windsor. Services will be Wednesday at the First Baptist Church of Lexington. Mrs. Gray was born in Caney. Ok., and lived in Lexington from 1949 until she moved to Kansas City in February 1992. She was a teacher in McAlester, Ok. from 1930 to 1938 and in Lexington from 1957 until she retired in 1975. She was a member of the Missouri State Teacher's Association. She was a member of the church and its Women's Missionary Union and Downing Circle. She was a member of Chapter HX of the PEO Sisterhood in Lexington. She received a bachelor of arts degree, summa cum laude, from Oklahoma Baptist University, Shawnee, Ok., and a master's degree in remedial reading from Central Missouri State Univer-sity, Warrensburg. Survivors include her husband of 54 years, the Rev. George W. Gray of the home; three daughters. Dana Lee Coomer and Winona Beth Hoisinger of Euless, Tx., and Leslie Dawn Wright, Kansas City; a brother, John M. Lee. Atoka, Ok.; and five grandchildren.

GRAY, Mary E.
b: abt 1927
d: 2002
bur: Freeman-Holsapple Cemetery, Collins Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 5 2002 - Mary E. Gray, 75, Collins, died Tuesday, July 2, 2002, at Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City. She was a retired owner/operator of retail foods. Graveside services were Friday, July 5, at Freeman-Holsapple Cemetery, Collins.

GRAY, Mary Elizabeth CROOKS
b: abt 1912, near Shawnee Mound, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 29 1994, Raymore, Cass Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mary Elizabeth Gray, 82, Raymore, died Saturday, January 29, 1994 at the Foxwood Springs Living Center where she made her home. Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 1, 1994 at the Clinton Christian Church. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery. Mrs. Gray was born near Shawnee Mound, and lived in Henry County most of her life before moving to Raymore six years ago. She was a graduate of Central Missouri State University with a B.S. in Education. She taught schools in Clinton for 20 years before she retired. She was a member of the Raymore Christian Church. She is survived by her husband. Wallace of the home; one son. Floyd C. Gray. Paintsville, Kentucky; one daughter, Virginia Hunter, Clinton; one brother, Charles Crooks, Leeton, as well as eight grand-children and six-great-grand-children.

GRAY, Mary Jane STANSBERRY
b: Nov 2 1895, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 7 1991, Saline Co, MO
bur: Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Mary Jane Gray, 95, of Marshall, died Thursday, March 7, 1991, at the Saline County Rest Home. Funeral services were March 11 at the First United Methodist Church with burial in the Carpenter Cemetery near Chilhowee. Born Nov 2, 1895, in Henry County, MO, she was the daughter of the late William A. and Sarah Elen Webster Stansberry. On Jan 21, 1917, in Henry County, she married Cecil F. Gray, who preceded her in death on May 25, 1956. Survivors include a daughter, Sarah Sherwood and a son, Cecil E. Gray, Jr.

GRAY, Mary Louise LINDSTROM
b: Jul 28 1923, Henry Co, MO
d: Aug 26 1996, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mary Louise Gray was born July 28, 1923, in Henry County. She was the daughter of the late Bert and Elizabeth Lindstrom. She died Sunday, August 25, 1996, at Westwood Nursing Home in Clinton, at the age of 73. Mary Louise was married to Logan Thomas Gray who preceded her in death on September 10, 1983. Mary Louise retired from the Division of Family Services in 1987. She is survived by one son, Gene Gray and wife, Pam of Clinton; two grandsons, Chris Gray of Des Moines, Iowa, and Jeff Gray of Clinton; one sister, Ellen Jean Hoppe of Clinton; one niece, two nephews, three great-nieces and three great-nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 28, at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery.

GRAY, Myron S.
b: Oct 4 1918, Benton Co, MO
d: Aug 8 1986, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery GA-GU, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
Myron S. Gray, 67, Windsor, died Friday, August 8, 1986, at his home. He was born Oct 4, 1918, in Benton County, son of Leslie B. and Myrtle Stratton Gray. He was married June 30, 1956, at Harmony Baptist Church to Betty Lou Hunt, who survives at the home. He was a retired farmer.

GRAY, Ralph Eugene
b: Jan 6 1927, Wyandotte Co, KS
d: Apr 28 1996, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Parks Chapel Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ralph Eugene Gray was born January 6, 1927, in Wyandotte County, Kansas, the son of Robert D. and Gertrude Maude (O'Dell) Gray. He died Sunday, April 28, 1996, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton at the age of 69. Mr. Gray was a veteran of the United States Army. On May 26, 1963, in Holden, he was united in marriage to Betty Briscoe. Mr. Gray had lived in Clinton for 36 years. He was an assistant supervisor with the Kansas City Power and Light Company, Montrose station, prior to his retirement. He was a member of the F.O.E. Eagles Lodge #3667, B.P.O.E. Elks Lodge #1034, American Legion, Clinton Masonic Lodge #548 and the Ararat Shrine, Kansas City Valley. He is survived by his wife, Betty, of the home; two sons, Randy Gray, Clinton, and Robert Gray, Cassville; one brother, Harold Gray, Belton. He was preceded in death by a sister, Eva, and a brother, Kenneth. Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 1, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in the Parks Chapel Cemetery in Henry County with a military graveside service.

GRAY, Russell
b: n/a
d: Nov 21 1991, Lawson, Ray Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Word was received at noon Thursday of the death of Russell Gray of Lawson, Mo. He died at 2 a.m. that morning (November 21, 1991). Funeral services will be Sunday, at the United Methodist Church at Lawson. He was a former resident of Henry County.

GRAY, Wallace Floyd
b: Jan 27 1910, near Thrush, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 2 1998, near Raymore, Cass Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 11 1998 - Wallace Floyd Gray, son of Freddie Blaine and Ida Florence McLane Gray, was born January 27, 1910, near Thrush, south of Calhoun, and died March 2, 1998, at Foxwood Springs Living Center, near Raymore. He and his twin brother, Wyley, had the distinction of being the first set of twins delivered by Dr. Jennings of Windsor. Wallace attended rural grade schools in Henry County and attended and graduated from Shawnee Mound High School. He was active on the Shawnee Mound basketball team along with two of his brothers. After graduation he worked for the highway department, helping pave Highway 13 between Clinton and Warrensburg. About this time his high school sweetheart, Mary Crooks, together with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Crooks had moved to a ranch near Brawley, California, in Imperial Valley. Wallace followed and worked on nearby ranches. On November 10, 1932, he and Mary were married in Yuma, Arizona. They continued to live in California until 1942 when they returned to Missouri to a farm west of Shawnee Mound where they made their home until 1997, when they retired and moved to Clinton. At an early age Wallace, four of his brothers and his sister professed their faith in Christ and joined the Leeton Christian Church. Leeton Christian Church did not have a baptistry at that time so they were baptized in the Calhoun Christian Church baptistry. On moving to Clinton, he and Mary placed their membership in the Clinton Christian Church where they were active, Wallace being an adult Sunday school teacher and elder. Moving to Foxwood Springs in 1988 they transferred their membership to the Raymore Christian Church. Wallace was an avid golfer, also loved to bowl and play pool. He and Mary traveled extensively in the United States, also Canada, Mexico, the Hawaiian Islands and Islands of the Caribbean. Wallace was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Virgil, Wyley, Cleo and Wilson and his wife Mary. He leaves his daughter, Virginia Hunter and husband Charles, Floyd Cecil Gray and wife Janice; a sister, Hazel Smith of Conway, Arkansas; brothers, Harold and Bill Gray of Independence; grandsons, Jim, Rick, Jeff, John and Steve Hunter, Jared and Eric Gray and granddaughter, Melinda Gray Johnson and 10 great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held at the First Christian Church in Clinton Thursday, March 5. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

GRAY, William A., Rev.
b: Oct 16 1816, Hopkinsville, Christian Co, KY
d: Sep 29 1895, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton, MO, Oct 5 1895 - Rev. William A. Gray is dead. A great soldier has fallen, not a soldier of physical warfare, but a soldier of the cross, a follower of the Lamb. He quietly breathed his last early Sunday morning, the 29th day of Sept., at his old home in Springfield township, five miles southeast of Calhoun. His death caused the community sensations of treat sorrow, for he had lived among us for so many years and, by his noble and righteous life, had won the respect of all. To those who knew him, his beautiful disposition and loving nature bound them to him with ties stronger than death can sever. He was very social and had great sympathies. He was a great friend to downtrodden humanity. He had suffered much in the last seven or eight years but bore it all with the greatest Christian fortitude. Wm. Gray was born on the 16th day of October, 1815, in Hopkinsville, Christian County, Ky., where he grew to manhood. He came to Henry County in the early part of 1836 and entered the tract of land upon which he died. He returned to his former home and married Miss Mary H. Loftus and brought her to Henry county in the fall, built them a cabin on the broad prairies of what was then Rives county, where he took his young wife and set up for housekeeping and improving the large farm. They fought life's battle together in congenial happiness and as the years rolled by, 10 children were given to make merry in their home, with five sons and one daughter still living. Three of the sons are doctors and the other two are prosperous farmers. On the 1st day of August, 1861, the dark-winged angel that entered the happy home claimed for his victim the loving wife and mother. It was a great bereavement but they did not weep for her as tho they had no hope, for all knew from her devoted Christian life that she had entered the haven of rest. In 1862, William A. Gray and Miss Mary Bibb were married. Four sons came to bless that union, one being a doctor and the other two well-to-do farmers. In 1867, death entered again the happy home and took the dear wife and mother to her long home above. In 1878, he was married to Miss Martha Fewell, who preceded him to that better land some nine years ago. Wm. A. Gray accepted Christ as his Savior and united with the Clear Creek Baptist Church in 1840. He was ordained by Elders Caldwell and Rickets in 1856 and entered immediately upon his ministerial work. "Fear not, little flock" was the text of the first sermon he ever preached.; In 1848, Wm. A. Gray and wife, his father and mother, Washington Young and wife, and two others went into the organization of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church. Washington Young, who totters upon the verge of the grave, stands as a living monument of that little band. That little church chose Elder Gray as their pastor and he held the position for 40 years, with honor to himself and great blessings to the church. About 1888, his health failed and he requested the church to release him from the pastoral care. They did not grant his request but they called assistant pastors. He was never released until death released him. From that little band of eight persons, Mt. Olivet has grown to be a great light. It is as a city set on a hill, that cannot be hid. Hundreds have enlisted under her banner, many of whom have crossed the dark river and are standing on the sunny bank of sweet deliverance, beckoning to others to come. Wm. Gray had charge of more than a score of churches in Henry, Benton, Pettis and Johnson counties. He baptized more people, preached more sermons and officiated at more marriages than any other minister who ever lived in Henry County. He was a great preacher because he preached Christ and him crucified and nothing else. He carried smiles and sunshine with him wherever he went and we shall never hear his voice on earth anymore.

GRAY, William Alexander
b: Feb 1864, 9 mi S of Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 3 1934, 9 mi S of Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - W. A. Gray Dead - Eternal rest came to W. A. Gray at 8 a.m. Wednesday, October 3, at the family home about nine miles south of Windsor, in the Oakland school neighborhood. Death came as a result of a stroke of paralysis suffered the day before. His health in recent years had not been the best as he had several light attacks of the fatal illness. William Alexander Gray was born 70 years ago last February on the same farm where he resided all his life. During his many years in the same community, he built up many friendships of long standing and was held in high esteem by his neighbors. Although quiet-natured, he greatly enjoyed visiting his friends, especially during his last years. His life was spent farming, which he did thoroughly and to the best of his ability and found contentment in his chosen occupation. He was a member of the Baptist church. When a young man, Mr. Gray and Sue Settles were united in marriage. Their union was given three children: Hugh Gray of Montana, Russell Gray of the Oakland neighborhood, and Mrs. Chas Doss of Schell City, all of whom came for the funeral. Mrs. Gray preceded her husband in death about 33 years ago, and Mr. Gray later married Mrs. Mary Bruce, who survives with their three children: Gertrude, Clayta, and Kenneth. Two brothers, Dr. T. W. Gray of Schell City, and Leslie Gray of near Windsor, also survive. Funeral services were at Mt. Olivet on Friday and burial was in the Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

GRAY, Zelma O. VIVION
b: Oct 1 1900, Duroe, MO
d: Jul 12 1994, Raytown, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Zelma O. (Vivion) Gray, 93, Raytown, formerly of Calhoun and Windsor, died Tuesday morning, July 12 1994, at the Cedar Valley Nursing Home in Raytown. She was born October 1, 1900, in Duroe, Mo., the daughter of Charles Leonard Vivion and Cora Edith Hudson Vivion. On November 29, 1922, in Calhoun, she married Rollie Jacob Gray who preceded her in death in 1974. Mrs. Gray sold real estate in the Kansas City area and, later, in the Windsor and Calhoun areas, for a number of years. She taught rural elementary school in the state of Oklahoma and attended the Warrensburg Normal School in Warrensburg (now CMSU). She enjoyed buying and selling antiques. She was a member of the Calhoun United Methodist Church and was a member of Past Worthy Matron of the O.E.S., Calhoun. She was past historian for the city of Calhoun. Survivors include two sons, Vivion E. Gray and Donald G. Gray, both of Overland Park, Kansas; two sisters, Jewell Dagley. Liberty, and Beulah Barnthouse, Kansas City; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one grandchild. Funeral services will be Friday. July 5, at the Calhoun United Methodist Church. Burial will be in the Calhoun Cemetery.

GRAYER, Irene HARLEMAN STRICKLER
b: Apr 21 1915, Rockville, Bates Co, MO
d: Sep 17 2006, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Taberville Cemetery, Taberville, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 18 2006 - Irene Harleman Strickler Grayer, 91, daughter of Virgil and Lula (Carroll) Harleman, was born April 21, 1915 in Rockville, and died Sunday, September 17, 2006, at Ellett Memorial Hospital, Appleton City. She spent most of her life in the Taberville Area, except for 15 years when she lived in Independence where she worked at Rest Haven and Skyview Manor and the time spent at Appleton City Manor Nursing Home near the end of her life. She married Charley Strickler. She was saved in 1964 and became a member of the RLDS church in Butler where she had remained a member. Preceding her in death were her parents; one son James Strickler; five brothers, three sisters, one grandchild and one great-grandchild. Survivors include five children, Charles Strickler and wife Martha, Peoria, Arizona, Bernice Marshall, Rockville, Clara and husband Ed Dunham, Appleton City, June and husband J. W. Jelks, Rockville, Shirley Strickler, Taberville, and Betty and husband Jerry Hayes, Creighton; 19 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 35 great-great-grandchildren; one brother Milburn Harleman, Independence, and one sister Vinita Padgett, North Kansas City. Funeral services will be at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, on Wednesday, September 20. Interment will be in Taberville Cemetery.

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