Henry County Missouri Obituaries
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GREATHOUSE, Maggie Leona POSTLEWAIT
b: Mar 8 1922, rural Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Jul 3 2001, near Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Yeater Cemetery, Center Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 5 2001 - Maggie Leona Postlewait Greathouse was born on March 8, 1922, at rural Osceola, to Virgil and Lillian Postlewait and died Tuesday, July 3, 2001, at her home near Osceola. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and one son-in-law Leonard. Surviving are her seven children and spouses, Ida Ruth and Bob Tucker, Dallas, Texas, Mary Lillian and Wayne Sisseck, Deerfield, J. V. and Mary Beth Greathouse, Osceola, Bonnie and Galen Jones, Overland Park, Kansas, Brenda Query, Kansas City, Betty Jean and Jerry Yockey, El Dorado Springs, and Thom Greathouse, Kansas City; her brother, Tommy Postlewait of the home; 21 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and a special niece, Susan Grower Bennett, Kansas City; numerous nieces and nephews; relatives, friends and church acquaintance and one brother-in-law, James Greathouse, Kansas City. Funeral services will be Friday, July 6, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Yeater Cemetery, near Osceola.

GREEN, Adrienne DeAnn
b: Apr 17 1990
d: May 15 1997, near Earlham, Madison Co, IA
bur: Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Adrienne DeAnn Green, 7, Appleton City, died near Earlham, Iowa, on Thursday, May 15, 1997, in an auto accident. She was born April 17, 1990, the daughter of John Rotert and Bobbi Baker. She spent most of her life in the Appleton City area. She was a bright, happy child who liked people. She liked art and drawing pictures. She also enjoyed spending time with her grandma, Nora. She is survived by her mother, Bobbie Baker of Appleton City; her father, John Rotert of Arlington, Texas; her stepfather Mark Baker of Windsor; one brother Dylan Baker, and one sister Taylor Baker, both of Appleton City; her maternal grandmother Nora Green of Appleton City; her paternal grandparents, John and Carolyn Rotert of Clinton; her biological grandparents Carl and Jeannette Burns; two aunts, Cheryl Gutshall and husband Ed, Adrian, and Jennifer Mitchell; one uncle, Carl Burns Jr., and her cousins, Garrett and Makalyn Gutshall of Adrian. Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 20, at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City. Burial will be in the Appleton City Cemetery.

GREEN, Beulah Stella GREEN
b: Apr 28 1915, Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
d: Aug 20 1996, 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 - Beulah Stella Green, 81, died August 20, 1996, at Meadowbrook Manor in Clinton after a long illness. She was born April 28, 1915, in Deepwater, the daughter of William and Della Belle (Simmons) Green. Her mother died when Beulah was a very small child. Times were difficult for her and her brothers and sister, without a mother, but her father, with the help of her uncle, Lemon Green, raised them. On December 23, 1933, in Osceola, she was united in marriage to Clarence Ivan "Shorty" Green. To this union nine children were born. Being a mother had to be tough when she herself did not have a mother to teach, correct, love and care for her, but she did the best she could with love and perseverance. Beulah and Shorty were unselfish in giving of their love and kindness to neighbors, friends and family. One granddaughter, Sharon Sue Pitts, was taken into their home and was raised like one of their own children. They also helped in caring for other grandchildren from time to time. To Beulah her family meant everything, but when she lost her son Larry, in a tragic automobile accident, both she and Clarence realized that there was something missing in their lives. They were comforted by the great amount of strength and love shown them by the caring members of Allen Street Church. They began attending church and accepted the Lord Jesus Christ and joined the church. Soon after this on July 25, 1971, Clarence died. To most people losing a son and a husband would make them want to give up. But Beulah had never been a quitter and now was no time to start. Her strength and strong will was even stronger with the help of her Lord. His loving hand has sustained her through many years. Beulah loved her home on the edge of town. The farm-like setting had a certain air of comfort and coziness to it. Through the years she raised many farm animals. She sold eggs, milk and rabbits to help bring in extra money for her family. Her homemade bread, rolls and cooking will never be forgotten. Her love for flowers was evident when in the spring jonquils, tulips, lilacs, peonies and roses were blooming all over her yard. She had a smile for anyone who would stop by and a hot cup of coffee awaited you, if you could sit a spell and visit with her. She made you feel welcome and nothing will be the same without her. She loved the simple pleasures of life, like parades, county fairs, fishing, the 4th of July and Labor Day Deepwater Picnic (which she seldom missed during her life). She also enjoyed family cookouts and get-togethers at holidays. She was very content with what she had or with anything you would give her or do for her. I know there were times when she would be lonely, but they would soon pass. She was always glad to see her grandchildren and they were always glad to see her and to see the newest addition of chicks, puppies, kittens or newborn rabbits. There was always something to do at Granny's. She is survived by two sons, Donald Eugene Green and Ivan lee Green, both of Clinton; four daughters, Shirlene Greer, Mound City, Kansas, Beulah Ruth Trenary and Sharon Kay Green, both of Clinton, Linda Sue Holek, Kansas City, Kansas; two brothers, Clyde Green, Windsor, and Roy Green, Clinton; one sister, Minnie Benson, Piggett, Arkansas; 23 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; two sons, an infant, Clarence Edwin Green and Larry Green; a daughters Mary Ann Moeller; two brothers, Lee Green and Harry Green. Funeral services were held Friday, August 23, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

GREEN, Cecil M.
b: Sep 25 1932, ElDorado Springs, Cedar Co, MO
d: Nov 9 2001, Belton, Cass Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery GA-GU, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Park Lawn Funeral Home, Kansas City, Liberty & Lathrop
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 12 2001 - Cecil M. Green, 69, Peculiar, died Friday, November 9, 2001, at Research Belton Hospital. Services will be Wednesday, November 14, at Grandview Assembly of God. Graveside services will be Wednesday at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor. Mr. Green was born September 25, 1932, in El Dorado Springs. He had lived most of his life in the Kansas City area, moving to Peculiar five years ago. He served in the United States Navy and was a veteran of the Korean War. He had been a union carpenter, welder and millwright and had also worked as a door greeter at the Belton HyVee. He was a member of Raymore Assembly of God. He is survived by his wife, Sue Green, of the home; son, Darrell Tarver, Reddick, Illinois; five daughters and their husbands, Debbie and Kenneth Miller, Niangua, Linda and Chris Pinion, Belton, Nelta and Mike Brock, Belton, Belva McCoy, Nevada, and Karen and Dwayne Shaw, Adrian; three sisters and their husbands, Charlene and Jim Cassaday, Donna, Texas, Vera and Roger Crick, Kansas City, and Wilma and Dick Wynne, Morrill, Nebraska; brother and wife, Arnold and Doreen Green, Leeton; 17 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

GREEN, Donald Eugene
b: Jul 5 1935, Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
d: Aug 24 2008, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 18 2008 - Donald Eugene Green, son of Clarence and Beulah Green, was born on July 5, 1935, in Deepwater, and died at the St. Joseph Hospital, Kansas City, on August 24, 2008, at the age of 73 years. He was married to Maryelta Green, who preceded him in death on May 14, 2004. He worked at Lakeland Schools for 20 years before retiring 13 years ago. He was preceded in death by his wife Maryelta; his parents; two sisters and two brothers. Donald is survived by five sons, Eddy E. Green, Donald R. Green, and Kenneth W. Green, all of Brownington, Danny L. Green, Kansas City, and Mickie E. Green, Omaha, Nebraska; a daughter Mary E. Eisel, Clinton; three sisters, Ruth Trenary, Joplin, Linda Holek, Shawnee, Kansas, and Sharon Kay Green, Clinton; 10 grandchildren, one great-granddaughter and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services and interment was held at Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington, on Wednesday, August 27.

GREEN, Donnie Lee
b: Aug 2 1951, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 21 2006, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 11 2006 - Donnie Lee Green, 54, of Clinton, died Friday evening, July 21, 2006, in Clinton. He was born August 2, 1951, in Clinton, the son of Robert Lee Green and Doris Louise (Collins) Green. On September 21, 1971, in Clinton, he married Sharon Kay Green, who survives of the home in Clinton. Donnie worked for Central Missouri State University as an equipment manager and at Clearfield Cheese Company for several years. He then worked at the Wal-Mart Distribution Center in Harrisonville, Mo., for 5 years. Donnie became a Christian on Easter Sunday in 1975 and was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton, where he served as a deacon and sang in the church choir. He loved his church and church family. He spent time working jigsaw puzzles, crossword puzzles and playing board games, especially the Aggravation game. He enjoyed nature and like to fish and watch birds, especially hummingbirds. He loved to joke, tease and have fun. Classical music was one of his favorites and his artistic talents were evident in his beautiful handwriting. Donnie was a family man and a loving and caring husband and dad. He cared about people and was always ready to help someone. He looked forward to family gatherings and barbecues. He was a good Christian man and will be missed. In addition to his wife, Sharon Kay, of the home in Clinton, survivors include a son, Brandon Green and his wife, Teea, Antioch, Tennessee; a sister, Donna Pitts and her husband Ron, Clinton; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services were Tuesday, July 25, 2006, at the Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton. Burial will be in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

GREEN, Dorothy MANTONYA
b: Nov 5 1932
d: Jul 22 2006, California, Moniteau Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 24 2006 - Dorothy (Mantonya) Green, 73, formerly of Clinton, died at her home on July 22, 2006, in California, Missouri. Preceding her in death are her parents, Chester and Myrtle Mantonya; two brothers, Earl and Lee Mantonya; two sisters, Eva Murray and Anna Belle Springer. She is survived by six children, Jeanne Johnson and husband Mike, Mary Jane Mosely and husband Mo, Donna King, David King, Daryell King, all of California, and Johnny King of Council Bluffs, Iowa; three sisters, Ruth Moore, Mary Batschelett, Martha Orr; one brothers, Everett Mantonya; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 26, at the Main Street Baptist Church in California, Missouri. Bowlin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

GREEN, Edith Marie
b: Sep 22 1921, Corning, Clay Co, AR
d: Mar 21 2006, Pine Bluff, Jefferson Co, AR
bur: Greene County Memorial Cemetery, Paragould, Greene Co, AR
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 23 2006 - Edith Marie Green, 84, Pine Bluff, Arkansas, died Tuesday, March 21, 2006, at David Life Care Center East, Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Graveside services will be Friday, March 24, at Greene County Memorial Gardens, Paragould, Arkansas. She was born in Corning, Arkansas. She lived in Waynesville and Warsaw, before moving to Pine Bluff one year ago. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Warsaw. She was preceded in death by her parents Harvey t. and Dora Bolin Pogue; one sister Wilma Pogue, and three brothers, Harvey T. "Cotton" Pogue, Donald Pogue and Lavelle Bolin. She is survived by one son Glenn Green, Pine Bluff, Arkansas; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren, and two sisters, Narlene Tabor of Paragould, Arkansas, and Glenna Powell, Conway, Arkansas.

GREEN, Effie ADKINSON WILEY
b: Jun 9 1885, near Macomb, IL
d: Jul 17 1961, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Osceola Cemetery, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
Urich-Montrose Herald Tidings, Aug 4 1961 - Funeral services were held July 20 at Osceola for Mrs. Jim Green, former Clintonian, who died at the Osceola Medical Hospital July 17. Burial was in Osceola cemetery. Effie Adkinson, daughter of David and Nancy Adkinson, was born June 9, 1885, near Macomb, Ill. She was married to Marion Wiley. Two children were born to the couple. One died in infancy. In 1894 the family moved to the vicinity of Pittsburg, Kan., where they farmed for many years. In 1919 she moved to Clinton where she made her home for several years before coming to Osceola. She married Jim Green in 1922. Survivors are her husband; a daughter, Mrs. Leona McMillin, Osceola; two grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. - St. Clair County Courier

GREEN, Florence Elizabeth REEDY
b: Oct 27 1922, Marionville, Lawrence Co, MO
d: Sep 23 2007, Portland, OR
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 1 2007 - Florence Elizabeth Green went to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, September 23, 2007, in Portland, Oregon. Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 2, at Mid Cities Bible Church, 3224 Cheek Sparger Road, Bedford, Texas. A short service will follow at the DFW National Cemetery In Grand Prairie, Texas. Florence's remains will be buried at the same site of her husband's Donald H. Green. Florence was born on October 27, 1922, in Marionville, Missouri, to Carroll Reedy and Myrtle Connan Reedy. Raised in central Missouri, she left her roots when she went to work in Washington, D.C., at the beginning of World War II. In 1942, Florence was working at the switchboard of the Veterans Hospital in Excelsior Springs, when she met Donald Howard Green, a patient there. Florence and Don were married on May 2, 1943. They lived in Missouri, Texas, Illinois and Iowa and finished raising their four sons in Dallas, Texas. Mom was a homemaker, worked as a church secretary and supported Dad In his university studies. Mom considered herself a Texan, pursued her family genealogy and liked looking at bluebonnets. Mom enjoyed activities with her grandchildren and camping with Dad. After Dad died in 2005, Mom lived alone for a short time, visited In Pennsylvania and was finally cared for by family in Portland, Oregon. Florence was preceded in death by an infant twin sister, Flora Ellen; her parents and her husband. Florence Green Is survived by a sister Anna Palmer (John), Clinton; sons, Howard (Ginger) of Bedford, Texas, Dennis (Pamela) of Aztec, New Mexico, Robert (Carol) of Portland, Oregon, David (Betty Lou) of Fogelsville, Pennsylvania: grandchildren, Mandy Green (Andy Johnson) of Portland, Oregon, Matthew Green of Anchorage, Alaska, Annaleah Bloom (Andy) of Denver, Colorado, Jeffrey Green (Kara) of Wheaton, Illinois, Jessica Shown (Jeremiah) of Vancouver, Washington, Robyn Green of Lubbock, Texas, Allison Green of Tyler, Texas, Kristen Mills (David) of Vancouver, Washington, Rebecca, David and Michelle Green of Fogelsville, Pennsylvania; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

GREEN, Gildy Roy
b: Oct 20 1909, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Jun 16 1997, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Gildy Roy Green, known as Roy to everyone, was born October 20, 1909, in Osceola, the son of William and Della Simmons Green. Roy died Monday, June 16, 1997, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton at the age of 87. As a young man on August 24, 1933, in Brownington, Roy married Grace Marie Brown, and to this union were born six children, two sons, Melvin and Wayne, and four daughters, Dorothy, Wanda, Carol and Ann. Roy worked for the City of Clinton with the Street Department and retired in December of 1974 after 24 years of service. After his retirement, Roy started his own trash service and operated it until 1994. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing. He is survived by his six children, Wanda Houk, Blairstown, Ann Johnson, Clinton, Carol Bosley, Pleasant Hill, Dorothy Raulerson, Live Oak, Florida, Wayne Green, Urich, and Melvin Green, Troy, Illinois; a brother Clyde Green of Windsor; a sister Minnie Benson of Piggott, Arkansas; 19 grandchildren, and 18 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and his wife he was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.

GREEN, Harold L.
b: Oct 19 1923
d: Nov 17 2005, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 28 2005 - Harold L. Green, 82, of Clinton, Missouri, died Thursday, November 17, 2005, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, in Clinton, Mo. Memorial services will be Tuesday, November 22, at the Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton, Mo, under the direction of Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Besides his wife Connie of the home, he is survived by a daughter, Patricia L. Hix and her husband, Lonnie R., Gillette, Wyoming; a grandson, Michael S. Hix and his wife, Karla, Highlands Ranch, Colorado; a granddaughter, Jennifer R. Gauthier and her husband, Benjamin S., Gillette, Wyoming; 7 great-grandchildren, Kortney M. Hix, Mikayla B. Hix, Kyle A. Hix, Skylar T. Gauthier, Spencer L. Gauthier, Gunnar Z. Gauthier and Garner T. Gauthier; a sister, Katherine Naylor, Overland Park, Kansas and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers, George Robert Green and Marion Alvin Green and a sister, Barbara Snell.

GREEN, Harriet J. BLEDSOE
b: Aug 4 1839, Summerset, KY
d: Feb 4 1930, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - On the 4th of August 1939 Miss Harriett Bledsoe first saw the light of day in Summerset, Kentucky. It is here that she grew to womanhood. In Sept. 1864, she as united in holy wedlock to Doctor H. Green, a dentist. In 1864 they came to Clinton, Mo., which they made their home during the rest of their lives. Dr. Green was called form her side in 1901. The Lord had blessed this union with three children. One son, John, was called out of their midst by the Heavenly Father when he was 32 years of age. The other two are Walter T. Green of Galesburg, Ill., and Mrs. Effie Cornick of Clinton. Mrs. Green was a very intelligent woman and wrote considerable poetry. She was a lifelong Baptist and came to Clinton almost in time to be a charter member of the First Baptist Church here. She attended as long as she was able but her age and health did not permit it during the last years of her life. Besides the two children mentioned above she leaves to mourn her departure after an earthly sojourn of over 90 years, two stepchildren, Wallace Green of Oklahoma City, and Mrs. Lulu Gaskill of Dennison, Texas; five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and friends. Funeral services were conducted in the Arthur Cornick resident on East Henry street on Tuesday afternoon, after which the mortal remains were laid to rest in Englewood.

GREEN, Harry
b: Jun 4 1901, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
d: Jan 3 1994, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Harry Green died Monday, January 3, 1994 in Golden Valley Hospital after a lingering illness. He was born June 4, 1901 to the late William and Della Green in Warsaw. He moved to Clinton at age one, where he then was a life time resident. He was a farmer all his life. He also worked for the city of Clinton where he retired in 1965. he was a member of the Allen Street Baptist Church in Clinton for many years. He is survived by his wife Delores J. Green of the home; two stepsons, Michael and Paul Carr of Clinton; three nieces whom he raised in his home, Kathryn Long and Patricia Green, both of Clinton and Anna Ingram of O'Kemah, Ok.; two brothers, Roy and Clyde Green, both of Clinton; two sisters, Beulah Green of Clinton and Minnie Benson of Piggott, Arkansas. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, wife Clara, brother Lee and sister Florence. Funeral services were at Sickman and Dunning Funeral Home on Thursday, Jan. 6. Burial was in the Clinton Memory Gardens.

GREEN, Helen CONGROVE
b: Apr 28 1916, Platte Co, MO
d: Jan 14 2005
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 17 2005 - Helen Congrove Green, 88, Bella Vista, Arkansas, died Friday, January 14, 2005, at the Concordia Care Center in Bella Vista. She was born April 28, 1916, in Platte County, the daughter of Earl and Hazel Congrove. A registered nurse, she was a graduate of St. Luke's School of Nursing and retired as the director of the visiting Nurses of Greater Kansas City in 1973. She married Paul Colbert Green December 13, 1941. He preceded her in death in 1990. Survivors include Suzanne Green Ammons and husband Darrel, Clinton, and Paula Green Young, Prairie Village, Kansas; four grandchildren, Melissa Swaters and husband Alan, Montrose, Stephanie Napier and husband Bryce, Prairie Village, Kansas, Amy Hansen and husband Eric, Denver, Colorado, and Robert Young and wife Kate, Madison, Wisconsin; four great-granddaughters. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, January 18, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Clinton.

GREEN, Henry Cooper Sr.
b: Jan 7 1949, Independence, Jackson Co, MO
d: Dec 21 2006, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 27 2006 - Henry Cooper Green Sr., 57, Clinton, died Thursday, December 21, 2006, in Clinton. Memorial services will be Friday, December 29, at the Allen Street Baptist Church, Clinton. He was born in Independence. He was a maintenance man for the Magic Coin Laundry in Clinton. He is survived by his son Henry C. Green Jr. and wife Ashlee, Clinton; his ex-wife Kathy Green, Clinton; one brother Richard Green, state of Arkansas, and three sisters, Eunice Crain and Kay Ricker, both of Stockton, and Sue Goucher of Independence.

GREEN, Horatio Dr.
b: May 1813, Oneida Co, NY
d: Sep 22 1901, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Sep 1901 - Dr. Horatio Green died September 22, 1901, in Clinton and was buried in Englewood. He came to Clinton with his family in August of 1868 and located on North Main where he practiced dentistry for many years. Born in Oneida county, New York in 1813; married Amanda Meece in Lebanon, Kentucky; four children, two living - Wallace Green of Oklahoma City and Mrs. Lula Patrick of Denison, Texas. His first wife died and in 1864 he married Harriet Bledsoe in Louisville. Three children survive - Walter at Marshall and Miss Effie and Johnnie at the home. He was a man of firmness and marked opinions, yet quiet and unostentatious. He was a character in his way, respected, and his society was sought. He was an inventive genius whose brain wrought much handiwork. In recent years, he was engaged in perfecting a cash register of surpassing excellence. He retained mental faculties remarkable in a person of 88. The funeral was at the home at 517 East Grandriver and burial was in Englewood.

GREEN, Ida Pearl JOHNSON
b: Dec 16 1931, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 22 2006, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 26 2006 - Ida Pearl Green, 75, Clinton, died Friday, December 22, 1006, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Funeral services will be Tuesday, December 26, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, with burial in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery. She is survived by five sons, Kenneth Woolrey and wife Wilma, Sedalia, Leo Huff and wife June, Clinton, Ricky Huff, Anderson, Jimmie Phillips and Larry Phillips and wife Paula, all of Clinton; four daughters, Levena Simpson, Donna Frederick, charlotte Stump and Rhonda Phillips, all of Clinton; one brother William Johnson, and one sister Elsie Mae Showman, both of Clinton, as well as 20 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

GREEN, Ivan C.
b: Nov 1 1921, Hermitage, Hickory Co, MO
d: Aug 7 2007, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Hickory Point Cemetery, Green Ridge, Pettis Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 9 2007 - Ivan C. Green, 85, Calhoun, died Tuesday, August 7, 2007, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. He was born November 1, 1921, in Hermitage, the son of Charles L. Green and Ruth (Thomas) Green. On June 11, 1951, in Windsor, he married Nellie Pearl Allen, who died October 22, 1996. He was the caretaker of Laurel Oak Cemetery in Windsor for many years. He loved woodworking and worked as a carpenter for Sterling Glass and Charles Bond; was a volunteer for "Meals on Wheels" and at the Henry County Museum in Clinton. He served in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II. He was a member of the Calhoun Methodist Church, a lifetime member of the Windsor VFW Post #2610; a member of the Calhoun Cemetery Board and the Calhoun Housing authority. Survivors include two daughters, Mary Green Smarr, Clinton, and Janet Cox, Green Ridge; a son George Lindemann, McAlester, Oklahoma; six grandchildren, Demetrius, Marcus, Thaddeus and Crystal Cox; Lorraine Scroufe, April Collier; 9 great-grandchildren, Chara and Larrisa Sroufe, Benjamin and Noah Collier; Cecella Cox; Codie Aker and Lillie Cox, Martin and Nevaeh Cox; two brothers, Edsel Green, Preston, and Elvin Green, Urbana; numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a sister, Verna Ruth White, and a grandson Arthur Lindemann. Funeral services will be Saturday, August 11, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in the Hickory Point Cemetery, rural Green Ridge.

GREEN, Ivan Lee
b: Dec 26 1945, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 24 2002, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 26 2002 - Ivan Lee Green, son of Clarence Ivan and Beulah Stella Green, was born December 26, 1945, in Clinton, and died at his home in Clinton on November 24, 2002, at the age of 56 years. On July 26, Ivan married Beatrice Kay Butcher, who survives of the home. He is also survived by his son, Ivan Clarence Green; two daughters, Lisa and Sandra; two stepsons, Roger and Ralph Morlock of Windsor; two stepdaughters, Rhonda Brookman and Linda Corona of Sedalia, and four step-grandchildren. He is also survived by one brother, Donald Green and wife Mary, Brownington; four sisters, Shirlene Greer and husband Jim, Mound City, Kansas, Beulah Ruth Trenary and Sharon Kay Green and husband Donnie, Clinton, Linda Holek and husband Jerry, Kansas City, Kansas, and an uncle, Clyde Green, Windsor, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Mary Moehler, and a brother, Larry Green. Ivan worked several years at Rival before becoming ill. He learned that he had cancer in July of this year and accepted his illness and was very brave to the end. On November 12, 2002, while in the hospital he accepted the Lord Jesus as his personal Savior. Ivan enjoyed camping out, hunting and fishing and being among friends and family gatherings. He will truly be missed by all who loved him but we know he will be with his Lord throughout eternity. Graveside services were held at the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington, on Wednesday, November 27.

GREEN, James Cooper
b: abt 1965
d: 2002
bur: Humansville Cemetery, Humansville, Polk Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 28 2002 - James Cooper Green, 37, Independence, died Friday, May 24, in Stockton. Funeral services were 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 28, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, with burial in Humansville, Cemetery. He was born in Jackson County. He was a plumber. He is survived by his wife Sandra, of the home; two sons, Michael Holland of Kansas City and Robert Holland of Mayview; two daughters, Cynthia Radford of Independence and Jennifer Fisher of Gladstone; his father, Jesse Green, Jr. of Rich Hill; his grandfather, Jesse O. Green of Clinton; two brothers, Joseph Green of Wellington and Michael Green of Independence; three half-brothers, Donny Molder of Deepwater, Wayne Molder of Pittsburg and Richard Molder of Clinton, and eight grandchildren.

GREEN, Jess O.
b: May 26 1909, Birch Tree, Shannon Co, MO
d: Mar 7 2005, Hermitage, Hickory Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 8 2005 - Jess O. Green, 95, Hermitage, formerly of Clinton, died Monday, March 7, 2005, at Christian Healthcare Center of Hermitage. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, March 9, at Englewood Cemetery. He was born May 26, 1909, the son of Robert E. and Nora Cross Green in Birch Tree. Preceding him in death were one son Virgil Green; his parents; loved one Ruby; several brothers and sisters. Surviving are three sons, Jess Green Jr., Buckner, Richard Green, Clinton, and Henry Green, Clinton; three daughters, Elizabeth Molder, Hermitage, Sharon Kay Ricker, Hermitage, and Carolyn Goucher, Independence; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, plus great-great-grandchildren.

GREEN, John Lee
b: Mar 30 1913, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 13 1999, Harrisonville, Cass Co, MO
bur: Garden City Cemetery, Garden City, Cass Co, MO
arr: Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville & Garden City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 22 1999 - John Lee Green of Garden City was born March 30, 1913, at Clinton, the son of Ramsey and Ada (Hart) Green. He departed this life Saturday, November 13, 1999, at Cass Medical Center, Harrisonville, at the age of 86 years, seven months and 13 days. He lived most of his young life with the Staley and Grosshart families near Creighton. He was a truck driver before moving to California when he was 23-years-old. On November 8, 1936, John was united in marriage to Bonnie Louise Gregg in the Community Congregational Church, Mojave, California. John was employed by the Railway Express Agency, Fresno, California, for 38 years, until his retirement in 1974. John accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior on March 9, 1975, and had been a devout Christian and a member, deacon and board member of the Creighton Christian Church. He was an Army veteran of World War II serving in the Army Medical Corps. John spent one year in the Untied States and 26 months overseas in the European Theatre. He saw action in the battles of Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland and Central Europe. John received the American Campaign, European Champaign, African Campaign, Middle Eastern Campaign and Victory medals. John and Bonnie enjoyed traveling. He also liked gardening, working with wood and was a good carpenter. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers, Arthur and Denver Green, and two sisters, Smithreid Miller and Pansy Pfeffer. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Bonnie L. Green, of the home; a half-brother, Don Laurin, Cheyenne, Wyoming; a half-sister, Bessie Porter, Colbert, Washington. Uncle John was a favorite of all his nieces and nephews and was also much loved by all of his relatives and friends. Funeral services were Wednesday, November 17, at Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City. Burial was in Garden City Cemetery.

GREEN, Leslie D.
b: May 28 1927
d: Dec 26 1991, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Leslie D. Green was killed on Thursday, December 26, 1991, in an automobile accident in Warsaw.

GREEN, Mary L. BROWN
b: Feb 15 1930, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 23 2006, Olathe, Johnson Co, KS
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 17 2006 - Mary L. "Brown" Green, daughter of Arley and Ethel Josephine (Shepard) Brown, was born February 15, 1930 in Clinton. She passed away at the Olathe Medical Center, Olathe, Kansas on Apri1 23, 2006 at the age of 76 years. Mary was a graduate of Clinton High School. She married Thomas F. Green and they enjoyed 49 years together. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ethel Shepard Brown and her father Arley Brown. She leaves her husband, Thomas F. Green of the home; one son Darel Green of Olathe, Kansas; three daughters, Sharon Mayse and husband, Dennis of Olathe, Kansas, Patricia Soderholm and Annette Walton both of Clinton; one brother, Walter L. Brown of Dearborn, Missouri; one sister, Alice Pricer and husband Ray of Independence; one brother, Walter L. Brown, Dearborn; as well as six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. She will be remembered as a wonderful wife and mother. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Thursday, April 27, 2006. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

GREEN, Maryelta Thaydene HIATT
b: Sep 10 1938, Wichita, Sedgwick Co, KS
d: May 14 2004, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 28 2004 - Maryelta Thaydene Green - Mary to some, Sadie or Thaydene by others, friend by all. Beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, mother-in-law and friend. A woman of many names. She was born September 10, 1938, in Wichita, Kansas, daughter of Arthur M. and Greeta Cox Hiatt. She died May 14, 2004, at St. Luke's Medical Center, Kansas City. Mary is survived by her husband of 46 years, Donald; six children, Eddy E. Green, Donald R. Green and wife Jana, Kenneth W. Green, all of Brownington, Danny L. Green, Kansas City, Mickie Green and wife Dixie, Omaha, Nebraska, and Mary E. Eisel and husband Randy K., Clinton; 11 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two sisters, Evelyn Hoover, Brownington and Effie Walker and husband Bill, Larned, Kansas. Preceding her in death were her parents, two brothers, Jack and Robert Cody and one sister Charlene Cody. Graveside services were held May 18 at the Brownington Cemetery.

GREEN, Richard Junior
b: Jan 5 1933
d: Nov 2 1993, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Richard J. Green, 60, died Tuesday, November 2, 1993 at Golden Valley Hospital. He worked for the Katy Railroad and also, at one time, for the city. he is survived by his wife, Evelyn, of the home; one son, Robert Green and two daughters, Hazel and Stacey Green, all of Clinton; one step-son, Loren Vogler of Overland park, Ks.; a stepdaughter, Rita Lowe of Archie; two brothers, Raymond Green of Deepwater and Walter Green of Clinton; four sisters, Betty Testerman of St. Joseph, Patricia Green and Katheryn Long, both of Clinton, and Flora Ray of Windsor; six grandchildren. Funeral services will be Friday, November 5, at Sickman-Dunning chapel. Burial will be in Englewood.

GREEN, Ruby FAILER
b: May 29 1925, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: May 17 2001, Las Vegas, NV
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery GA-GU, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 22 2001 - Ruby (Failer) Green, 75, Las Vegas, Nevada and formerly of Windsor, died Thursday, May 17, 2001, at a Las Vegas, Nevada hospital. She had made a successful and courageous battle with cancer and died suddenly of an unrelated condition. She was born May 29, 1925, in Windsor, the daughter of James Failer and Ollie Elizabeth (Belshe) Failer. She was married to Ira "Ted" Green, who died September 30, 1990. She and her husband owned a small business in Windsor before moving to Las Vegas in 1952. She was employed at the time of her death as a medical office manager for Dr. S. Joseph LaMancusa, a position she held for 34 years. She is survived by two daughters, Judi Edwards, Easthampton, Massachusetts, and Janet Green, Doyelstown, Pennsylvania; a sister, Jean Ricketts, Independence; a granddaughter and husband, Angie and James Murray; three great-grandchildren, Anthony, Jennifer and Andrew, Las Vegas, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Alfred and Grover Green, and a sister, Geneva Nieman. Graveside services will be Thursday, May 24, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

GREEN, Sylvia Maxine SUITER
b: Sep 11 1920, Wisdom, Benton Co, MO
d: Jul 25 1992, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Iconium Cemetery, Iconium, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Sylvia Maxine Green, at the age of 71, passed away Saturday morning, July 25, 1992 at Golden Valley Hospital. She was born September 11, 1920 in Wisdom, the daughter of James William and Ida Emma Jean Suiter. On December 20, 1941, she was united in marriage to Payton A. Green. They spent their married life together in Henry and Benton Counties, where they raised six children; Shirley Darlene, Paul Dean, Sherman Leon, Nola Jean, Norval Lee and Helen Elaine. She was the City Collector of Deepwater while raising her children. She worked by her husband's side at Green's Cafe in Warsaw and later owned and operated the Patio Drive in Lowry City as well as operating her beauty salon. She was saved at the Mt. Zion Church in Wisdom and she raised her children in the First Church of the Nazarene in Deepwater. She was preceded in death by her husband, Payton A. Green, on February 15, 1970; her son, Paul Dean Green on March 10, 1945. She is survived by Earl Stackhouse, Sr., of the home; her children, Shirley Kalwei and husband, Harold, of Lee's Summit; Sherman Green and wife Jorgia, of Clinton; Nola Smith and husband Bob, of Warsaw; Norval Green of Belton; Helen McClure and husband David of Deepwater; four other children she called her own, Kathy Hobbs and husband Jim of Thayer; Earl Jr. of Deepwater; Karen Hinkle and husband David of Clinton; and the late Andy Lee Stackhouse; three sisters, Verna Cunningham of Warsaw, Alma Crabtree of Kansas City, Evelyn Callahan of Smithville; 32 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 28, 1992 at Consalus Chapel, Clinton, with burial in Iconium Cemetery.

GREEN, Thomas Franklin
b: Dec 18 1927
d: Oct 1 2007, 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, Oct 16 2007 - Thomas F. Green, 79, died Monday, October 1, 2007, after a lengthy illness. He was born on December 18, 1927, to H. Stone and Inez (Gover) Green. He married his childhood sweetheart, Mary L. Brown, and moved to Olathe, Kansas, where he was employed by and retired from Delco Battery. Following his retirement in 1982, Tom and Mary moved back to Clinton, where they both enjoyed their retirement until her passing in April 2006. Tom was an avid fisherman and enjoyed being outdoors, walking, visiting and spending time with his dear friend, Lewis Wilson. He also enjoyed working as a door greeter at Wal-Mart for eight years and seeing his many friends and acquaintances. Tom was a veteran of World War II where he served in the United States Navy on the U. S.S. Shenandoah from February 1945 until January 1949. He was a member of the VFW, AmVets, American Legion and Fraternal Order of Eagles. He was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife of 49 years, Mary; five sisters, four brothers and daughter-in-law, Ilene Green. Survivors include four children, Sharon Mayes (Dennis) and Darel Green, both of Olathe, Kansas, and Patricia Soderholm and Annette Walton, both of Clinton; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, all of whom loved him and will miss him immensely. He is also survived by his loving companion Pearl Leavelle. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Thursday, October 4. Interment was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, under the direction of Vansant-Mills Funeral Home of Clinton.

GREEN, Walter LeRoy
b: Oct 20 1943, Neosho, Newton Co, MO
d: Jan 28 2008, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 13 2008 - Walter LeRoy Green was born on October 20, 1943, in Neosho, the son of Lee Oliver and Vennetta Lorene (Brizindine) Green. He died on Jan. 28, 2008, at Golden valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 63 years. Walter worked as a laborer. He is survived by three sons, Douglas Garren of Leeton, Charles Garren and Leo Garren, both of Windsor; three daughters, Leslie Stephens, Cindy Schroeder and Beverly Gress, all of Clinton; two brothers, Joseph Sizemore of Clinton and Raymond Green of Deepwater; four sisters, Jacklin Garren of Leeton, Patricia Green of Clinton, Kathryn Long of Clinton and Betty Testerman of Missouri; 14 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Thursday, Jan. 31. Interment was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery.

GREENE, Jane E. DOYLE
b: Apr 6 1838, White Co, TN
d: Apr 3 1887, Henry Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Jane E. Greene, who died April 3rd, 1887, was born April 6th, 1838, in White county Tenn., and was married to John F. Greene May 3rd, 1854. They moved to Missouri, in the fall of 1867, and settled in Tebo township, Henry county. She was converted to Christ and joined the Baptist Church at Calhoun, of which she was a member at her death. Her Christian life was distinguished by an unwavering faith in God. Steadfast and immovable, she rested upon the great foundation, Christ Jesus. Her bodily sufferings were great, but through them all, she remained to the last, the same unmurmuring child of God. Hence the scripture, "Blessed are the death which die in the Lord." She leaves to mourn her loss, her affectionate husband, one son, and three daughters. - D.M.D.

GREENE, Marvin Howard
b: Sep 13 1914, near Fremont, Carter Co, MO
d: Feb 6 2005, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Williams Funeral Chapel, Holden & Warrensburg, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 8 2005 - Marvin Howard Greene, 90, Chilhowee, died Sunday, February 6, 2005, at Holden Manor Care Center. He was born September 13, 1914, near Fremont, the son of George Washington Greene and Fannie Barnes Greene. On November 20, 1933, he married Norma Lorene Bruce and together they operated a crop and livestock farm east of Chilhowee which they purchased in the early 1950s. Survivors include his wife Norma, of their home; four sons and daughter-in-law, Raymond and Peggy Greene, Chilhowee, Allen and Carol Greene, Hagarville, Arkansas, Mac and Linda Greene, Chilhowee, and Jim and Anne Greene, Huntsville, Arkansas; one brother, Bill Greene, Mountain View; seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three brothers; one sister; two infant daughters, Carolyn and Marlene, and a grandson, Bryan. Funeral services will be Thursday, February 10, at Williams Funeral Chapel, Holden. Burial will follow in Carpenter Cemetery, southwest of Chilhowee.

GREENE, Norma Lorene BRUCE
b: Aug 27 1915, Shawnee Co, OK
d: Aug 7 2006, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Williams Funeral Chapel, Holden & Warrensburg, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 9 2006 - Norma Lorene (Bruce) Greene, 90, Chilhowee, died Monday, August 7, 2006, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. she was born Friday, August 27, 1915, in Shawnee County, Oklahoma, the daughter of James and Ira Belle Bruce. She was raised near Eminence and Fremont. On November 20, 1933, she married Marvin Howard Greene, who died February 6, 2005. They operated a crop and livestock farm east of Chilhowee, which they purchased in the early 1950s. She worked as a cook at ear restaurants and schools. She is survived by four sons and daughters-in-law, Raymond and Peggy Greene of Chilhowee, Allen and Carol Greene, Hagerville, Arkansas, Mac and Linda Greene, Chilhowee and Jim and Anne Greene, Huntsville, Arkansas; two sisters, Lela Counts and Lucy Allen, Fredricktown; seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, five sisters, two infant daughters, Carolyn and Marlene, and a grandson Bryan. Funeral services are Thursday, August 10, at Williams Funeral Chapel in Holden. Burial will follow in Carpenter Cemetery.

GREENFIELD, Josephine RUSH
b: Apr 8 1924, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Jul 31 2001, Independence, 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, Aug 10 2001 - Josephine Greenfield was born April 8, 1924, at Osceola, daughter of J.M. and Iona Rush. She died July 31, 2001, at her home in Independence. She had lived in Clinton up until the last six years. She was a homemaker. She married Charlie Greenfield, who preceded her in death in 1990. Her parents, two brothers and 11 sisters also preceded her. Survivors include two sons, Ronnie Charles Greenfield and Clifford Greenfield; one daughter, Lilly Ann Stine, all of Independence; seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held August 4 at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

GREENHALGE, Warren
b: Jun 28 1864, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 12 1910, Johnston, CO
Clinton MO, Apr 16 1910 - Died, Warren Greenhalge, with lung trouble, at Johnston, Colorado. Son of J. R. Greenhalge and born near Montrose June 28, 1864. Married Miss Josephine Bonham of Clinton who survives him, as do two daughters, Evelyn and Ruth, and one son Wendell Howard. He had been a successful manager of lumber firms in Clinton, Windsor, Houstonia and Moberly. Became afflicted with lung trouble three years ago and moved to Colorado. Two brothers, Ed and Ellis, near Montrose; five sisters, Mrs. Harry Massie, Fayette, Mrs. Will Condon, Johnston, Colorado, and Misses Mattie, Nora and Nellie at home.

GREENWELL, Jewell E.
b: abt 1911
d: Dec 14 2005, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Landaker Cemetery, Butler Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 16 2005 - Mrs. Jewell E. Greenwell, 95, Lowry City, died Wednesday, December 14, 2005, at Clinton Healthcare in Clinton. Among survivors are two sons, Raymond of Corsicana, Texas, and Bill Greenwell of Lowry City; three daughters, Wanda Goans and Brenda Simmons of Clinton and Rosetta Goss of Osawatomie, Kansas; two sisters, Thelma Hubbard and Wilma Atkins, Lowry City; 19 grandchildren , 29 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 17, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola with burial in Landaker Cemetery near Lowry City.

GREENWELL, V. Wayne
b: May 29 1932, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Oct 18 1999, Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
bur: Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 20 1999 - V. Wayne Greenwell was born May 29, 1932, in Lowry City to Lawrence J. and Jewell Bray Greenwell, and died Monday, October 18, 1999, at his farm in Deepwater. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving from 1952 to 1954. In 1958 he was baptized in the strip pits north of Clinton at Garland. He joined the Garland Baptist Church. In the mid-1960's he moved his membership to the Pleasant Valley Baptist Church. He was a farmer and heavy equipment operator. On March 22, 1952, he was married to Wanda Jean Moberly. He is survived by his wife, Jean, of the home; three children, James Wayne (Jim) Greenwell and wife, Debby, Deepwater, Deborah Jean Garcia and husband, David, Deepwater, and Ronda June Ake and husband, John, Clinton; his mother, Jewell Greenwell of Lowry City; five grandchildren, one great-granddaughter; two brothers, Bill Greenwell and wife, Deanie, Deepwater, Raymond Greenwell and wife, Zela, Texas; three sisters, Wanda Goans of Lowry City, Brenda Simmons and husband, Kelly, Clinton, and Rosetta Goss, Osawatomi, Kansas. Funeral services will be Thursday at Sheldon Goodrich Chapel in Osceola, with burial in the Deepwater Cemetery.

GREENWELL, Wanda Jean MOBERLY
b: Oct 8 1933, near Quarles, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 31 2003, Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
bur: Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 20 2004 - Wanda Jean Moberly Greenwell was born October 8, 1933, in Henry County, near Quarles, the daughter of Edwin Raymond and Ethel Irene (Vestal) Moberly and died Wednesday, December 31, 2003, at her home in Deepwater. She attended Comer School for the first grade and the rest of her grade school years was spent at Curtis School. She then attended Clinton High School where she graduated and later graduated from Central Missouri Business School in Kansas City. She married Wayne Greenwell March 22, 1952, and she lived with her parents while Wayne was overseas. Three children were born to this union. She was an active member of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, Deepwater. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Wayne, and two brothers, Wendel Moberly and Harold Moberly. She is survived by three children, James Wayne Greenwell and wife Debby, Deborah Jean Garcia and husband David, all of Deepwater, and Ronda Ake and husband John, Clinton; five grandchildren, Jason, Shannon and Eric Greenwell, Lawanna Austin and husband Jamie and Karen Garcia; six great-grandchildren; one brother, Marvin Moberly and wife Francis; her mother-in-law, Jewel Greenwell, Lowry City, and seven brother and sisters-in-laws, Dorothy Moberly, Emporia, Kansas, Anna Moberly, Clinton, Wanda Goans, Lowry City, Brenda Simmons and husband Kelly, Clinton, Rosetta Goss, Osawatomie, Kansas, Bill Greenwell and wife Deanie, Lowry City, and Raymond Greenwell and wife Zelia, Texas. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Saturday, January 3, with burial was in Deepwater Cemetery.

GREESON, Carl W.
b: abt 1930
d: 2004
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 12 2004 - Carl W. Greeson, 74, died Thursday, January 8, 2004, at Independence Health Care Center. Funeral services were 11 a.m. Monday, January 12, at D. W. Newcomer's Noland Road Chapel. Burial followed in the Woodlawn Cemetery. He was born in Henry County and had lived in this area for many years. He worked for General Motors in Quality Control until his retirement in 1987. He was a member of UAW #93, Masonic Lodge #76, member of the Nights Templar and Royal Arch, Ararat Shrine Temple and Fenton Finders of Kansas City, was also in the Navy during the Korean Conflict. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Barabar Greeson of the home; one son and his wife Gary and Dora Greeson, Glenpool, Oklahoma; two granddaughters, Crystina and Misty Greeson, and one grandson, Richard Perez.

GREESON, Isaac Warner
b: Mar 15 1905, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 3 2004, Independence, Jackson 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 15 2004 - Isaac Warner Greeson, son of George and Cora Greeson, was born March 14, 1905, in Henry County and died at the Medical Center of Independence on March 3, 2004, at the age of 98 years. Warner had lived most of his life in Henry County until for health reasons he moved to Independence a short time ago. He was married to Ima May George Greeson, who preceded him in death. He and his brother, Tom, owned the Greeson Body Shop in Clinton and he worked for Reliance Coal Company, Clinton. He was an active member of Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton. He was preceded in death by, his parents, George and Cora Greeson; his wife Ima; his son Carl Greeson; one brother, Tom, and three sisters, Edith, Esta and Margaret. He is survived by his daughter-in-law, Barbara Greeson of Independence; one grandson; Gary Gene Greeson and wife Dora, Glen Poole, Oklahoma, and two great-granddaughters, Chrystina Greeson and Misty Greeson. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Saturday, March 6. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

GREGG, Claris N. KISNER
b: abt 1921
d: 1990
bur: Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, Bates Co, MO
arr: Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville & Garden City, MO
Claris N. Gregg, 69, Latour, died Tuesday, May 8, 1990, at Research Belton Hospital. She was born in Deepwater and lived in Kansas City, Warrensburg, and Harrisonville before moving to Latour in 1981. She attended the East Lynne Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Ernest E. Gregg, of the home; two sons, John L. Payne, Holden, and William L. Payne, Kansas City; four daughters, Betty Jean Deardorff, Harrisonville, Karen Sue Kendrick, Garden City, Kathy N. Millican, New Albany, Miss., and Ruby Belle Gregg, Marshall; three brothers, Glenn Kisner, Centerview, Richard Kisner, Independence, and Allen Kisner, Brazil; three sisters, Ruth Jensen, Salt Lake City, Utah, and Betty Goring and Bonnie Gassen, both of Higginsville; nineteen grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Services were held Friday, May 11, at the Dickey Chapel in Garden City. Burial was at the Crescent Hill Cemetery near Adrian. (Note: she was the daughter of William Ezra and Effie Viola Davis Kisner)

GREGG, Doris Mae HARRIS
b: Sep 24 1920, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
d: Apr 1 2001, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 13 2001 - Doris Mae (Harris) Gregg was born September 24, 1920, in Kansas City, to Frank and Edith Harris and died at the Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, on April 1, 2001, at the age of 80 years. Doris was baptized at an early age of four at the Park Evangelical Christian Church. She was educated in Kansas City, attending the Benton Elementary School and Central High School. On January 15, 1944, she married Hugh Chandis Gregg. She lived all of her life in Kansas City until moving to Clinton in 1952. She and her husband purchased a farm east of Clinton and moved to the community in April of that year. She often made the statement that for being a city girl, she sure did love the country life. In October 1941 Doris began her working career at Montgomery Ward in Kansas City, working her way up to an auditor of several departments and continued working there until 1952 when they moved to Clinton. In September of that same year she was asked to come to the Clinton catalog store and be credit manager which she did and remained there until December 1963. In October she went to work for Alva Allen Industries and was employed until 1976. In January 1977 she was asked to work for R. L. Dunning as his secretary both in Jefferson City and Clinton as his in-district secretary until December 31, 1990, at which time they both retired after 14 years. Doris joined the order of Rainbow Girls in Kansas City and worked diligently holding all offices and as Worthy Advisor. She received the Grand Cross of Color which is an honor at the state level. She loved this work as it was based on the Bible and the life of Christ. After Rainbow work she joined the Eastern Star Organization and she and her sister was initiated by their mother as Worthy Matron. Doris transferred her church membership from the Grace Presbyterian Church in Kansas City in 1970 to the Clinton Christian Church where her membership still remains. She never lost her faith in God through trying times and loved her church very much. Doris tried to practice the "Golden Rule" at all times. Doris was a member of the Business and Professional Women's Club for 29 years and was a past president. In 1993 she joined the Golden Valley Hospital Auxiliary. She loved the great outdoors and enjoyed God's nature and beauty. Doris loved people and made many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Hugh. She is survived by her sister, Virginia Hawes and husband, Harry of Sacramento, California, and one nephew, Stephen Hawes and wife, Kantee and Niece, Wendy Reese, and husband Rick. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Wednesday, April 4. Graveside services and burial was at the Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City.

GREGG, Dorothy Evelyn RAMBO
b: Aug 7 1918, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Dec 10 2006, Tullahoma, TN
bur: Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 12 2006 - Dorothy Evelyn Gregg, 88, Tullahoma, Tennessee, formerly of Clinton, died Sunday, December 10, 2006, at Life Care Center. Graveside services will be Thursday, December 14, at Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery. Mrs. Gregg was born on August 7, 1918, in Lowry City, daughter of Charles Raymond and Lena Pearl Hinkle Rambo. She was an inspector for Unitog Clothing Company. She was of the Baptist faith and attended Spring Creek Baptist Church. Preceding her in death were her parents and husband Darwin D. Gregg. She is survived by two sons, Robert Payne and wife Sandy, Jamel Payne and wife Sandi; two brothers, William H. Rambo and Melvin Rambo; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

GREGG, Dorothy Juanita
b: Mar 20 1926, Dayton, Cass Co, MO
d: Jun 28 1941, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Parker Cemetery, Creighton, Johnson Co, MO
The Creighton Banner July 3, 1941 - Dorothy Juanita Gregg was born at Dayton, Missouri, March 20, 1926, the youngest of ten children, to George and Pearl Gregg, and passed away June 28, 1941, at the Mercy hospital in Kansas City, Mo. The family, soon moved to Creighton, Mo. and Dorothy was enrolled in the cradle roll department of the Creighton Christian Sunday school. At eleven years of age Dorothy joined the Creighton, Christian church under the preaching of Mrs. Armstrong and was baptized August 1, 1937, into the communion of the church. Although she was only fifteen Years old at the time of her passing yet Dorothy lived a life beyond her years. Quite early she cultivated a taste for good reading and in this way she spent much of her leisure time. Through her reading experiences she fared forth with birds and flowers and trees, and the fairies of the child world. As a primary child she won a place in a reading contest by her very appreciative rendition of "There Are Fairies at the Corner of Our Garden." Because of ill health Dorothy was forced to be absent from school for months at a time. During these months she constantly looked forward to the day when she could go back to school, and when she was privileged to be in attendance, even though weak of body, it was always the opinion of her teachers that she did her work as well as it could be done. She had a willing mind and her mental ability was out of all comparison with her physical strength. Dorothy was not only a good little student but she cultivated the graces of an amiable disposition. All the children at school and in the community admired and loved Dorothy. There are also many friends of mature years who will miss her coming and going among them. A large part of this companionship was centered around her mother who so constantly cared for her little daughter during the years of her sickness, and whose hopes for her recovery sometimes ran high in spite of facts to the contrary. The tie between mother and daughter was a strong one. The mother gives us these quotations from a religious journal which Dorothy loved to read. "Somewhere today, among the hills of Heaven, She walks with all the stars around her, And we, who lost her here on earth, Grow happy, knowing God hath found her. "Our frail minds cannot comprehend the mind of the infinite God, and so we are often perplexed and we wonder why some are chosen, rather than others, but when the Great School Master of our soul says, 'School is out,' it is enough. We close our books and answer to roll call." In this same journal this passage was marked by Dorothy. "He sees when their footsteps falter, When their hearts grow weak and faint; He marks when their strength is failing, And listens to each complaint; He bids them rest for a season, For the pathway has grown too steep, And folded in fair, green pastures, He giveth His loved ones sleep." Dorothy leaves, besides her mother, Mrs. Pearl Gregg. Two sisters and three brothers: Mrs. Glenn Ewing of Urich, Mrs. T. M. Bugg of Independence, Paul Gregg of Independence, Raymond Gregg of Creighton and Theodore Gregg of Creighton. Mrs. Addie Stewart, her maternal grandmother, and Mrs. Nancy Peterson, her paternal grandmother, are still living. Services were at the Christian church Monday afternoon. Burial was made in the Parker cemetery beside her father, two sisters and two brothers, with Arnold's funeral service in charge.

GREGG, Helen Gould ROBERTS
b: Dec 8 1904, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 14 1991, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Grant Cemetery, Creighton, Cass Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Helen Gould Gregg, daughter of William Thomas and Lou Emma Woodward Roberts, was born December 8, 1904, in Windsor, and passed away December 14, 1991, at Sycamore View Nursing Home, Clinton. She was united in marriage at George Washington Gregg April 21, 1924, at First Christian Church, St. Joseph. To this union two daughters, Reba M. Gregg and Margery Doris Gregg were born. She and her husband lived in Garden City for 50 years before she moved to Urich and later moved to Clinton in 1975. She was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church in Clinton. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, George; her two daughters, Reba and Margery; one brother, Engle Gordon Roberts and three sisters, Wilma Tenna Chipps, Eula Lee Akers and Ora Marguerite Moser. She is survive by one sister, Juanita Thornton of Springfield, and one brother-in-law Harold Akers, Aurora, as well as a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Graveside services were held Tuesday, December 17, 1991, at the Grant Cemetery, Creighton.

GREGG, Kenneth Lindley
b: Mar 13 1916, near Creighton, Cass Co, MO
d: Apr 6 2008, Harrisonville, Cass Co, MO
bur: Grant Cemetery, Creighton, Cass Co, MO
arr: Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville & Garden City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 16 2008 - Kenneth Lindley Gregg, 92, Creighton, was born March 13, 1916 near Creighton the son of Edgar Leroy and Ethel Pearl (Martin) Gregg. He departed this life Sunday, April 6, 2008 at Cass Medical Center, Harrisonville, Missouri at the age of 92 years and 23 days. On September 2, 1938, Kenneth was united in marriage to Dorothy Lee Stewart in Clinton, Missouri. Kenneth was named manager of the Union L.P. Gas, Co. in Creighton in 1965 until his retirement on September 31, 1981 and had formerly owned and operated Creighton Oil Company from 1959 to 1965. He had also been employed as a meat cutter at Kropf's Locker Plant, Creighton, as a carpenter and was with Westinghouse Aviation and the Missouri Public Service, Co. Kenneth was a member and Elder at the Creighton Christian Church, a charter member of the Creighton Lions Club in 1959 and had served the Creighton Community as a volunteer fireman. He loved his garden and farming and was a lifelong Creighton resident. Besides his parents, Kenneth was preceded in death by three brothers, Eddie, Carl and Harold and a sister, Frances Helms. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Dorothy Gregg of the home; nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Thursday, April 10, 2008 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, Missouri. Burial will be at the Grant Cemetery near Creighton, Missouri.

GREGG, Lowell Don
b: Nov 1 1930, near Creighton, Cass Co, MO
d: Jun 30 1997, near Garden City, Cass Co, MO
bur: Raymore Cemetery, Raymore, Cass Co, MO
arr: Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville & Garden City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lowell Don Gregg, 66, Garden City, died June 30, 1997, at his home near Garden City. He was born November 1, 1930, near Creighton, the son of Arlie Preston and Hoda Hazel (Jackson) Gregg. On October 13, 1951 he was united in marriage to Evelyn Mae Darby. Lowell was employed in the final repair department for Ford Motor Company, Claycomo Plant, Kansas City, from 1956 until his retirement in 1987. He was a Navy veteran of the Korean Conflict and was a member of the Cass County Memorial Post #4409. Veterans of Foreign Wars, Harrisonville, and a member of the UAW Local 249, Kansas City, and the Garden City Pool League. Lowell had lived in Raymore before moving to Garden City in 1987. He was preceded in death by his father, and his wife, Evelyn on December 10, 1981. He is survived by four sons, Lowell Don Gregg Jr., Lineville, Alabama, Corbin W. Gregg and Steven Gregg both of Garden City, Arlin D. Gregg, Oceanside, California; a daughter, Cheryl Anne Price, Covington, Kentucky; seven grandchildren; his mother, Hoda Gregg, Garden City; a brother, Colburn Gregg, Englewood, Colorado; a sister, Colleen Vander Hoek, Garden City; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 3, at the Dickey Funeral Home in Garden City. Burial will be in the Raymore Cemetery.

GREGG, Peggy L.
b: abt 1931
d: Mar 28 2007, Clinton, Henry co, MO
bur: Parker Cemetery, Creighton, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville & Garden City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 30 2007 - Peggy L. Gregg, 76, Creighton, died Wednesday, March 28, 2007, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Funeral services will be Monday, April 2, at the First Christian Church, Creighton, with interment in Parker Cemetery near Creighton.

GREGG, Raymond R.
b: 1918
d: 1999
arr: Speaks Funeral Homes, Buckner & Independence, MO
Raymond R. Gregg, 80, Stockton, Mo. died Wednesday, March 17, 1999, at his home. Mr. Gregg was born on Oct. 7, 1918, near Creighton, Mo. He was a crane operator for many years doing heavy construction, and was a member of the Hoisting and Portable Engineers Local Union 101. His first wife, Margaret L. (Owen) Gregg, preceded him in death in 1982. His survivors include his wife of 16 years, Catherine Gregg of the home. Six children, Donald R. Gregg, El Dorado, Ks. Sharon L. This, Bedford, TX. Richard D. Gregg, Stockton, Mo. Alice M. Cook, Buckner, MO. Bonnie S. McGee, El Dorado Springs, Mo. Beverly Jo Cockerel, Smithville, Mo. Seven stepchildren, James Hoke, Smithville, Mo., Barbara Wade, Gladstone, Mo., Diana Noland, Kansas City, Wanda Jarvis, Warsaw, Mo., Mary Head, Weston, Mo., Patricia Head, Bolivar, Mo., and Janice Hoke, Lincoln, Mo. 19 grandchildren, 14 step grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren. Three step great-grandchildren. Niece, Nona Lee Johnson. Services will be Saturday at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. Burial will be in Buckner Hill Cemetery at a later date.

GREGORY, Abby T. QUILLEN DUNHAM
b: May 21 1895, Weaubleau, Hickory Co, MO
d: May 2 1966
bur: Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Abby T. Quillen Gregory, 70, daughter of Seward E. and Laura T. Dunston Quillen, was born May 21, 1895, at Weaubleau, MO. She died in May 2, 1966. On Feb 11, 1928, she married Jess Gregory. She had lived in the Clinton Community about 39 years and was a member of the Allen Street Baptist Church. Mr. and Mrs. Gregory operated a filling station and grocery on Highway 7 for many years. Prior to that they operated the Quarles Store north of Clinton. She is survived by her husband, two daughters and three step-daughters. Also, two brothers. Burial was in Carrsville Cemetery.

GREGORY, Benjamin Oliver
b: Sep 18 1919, near Urich, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 22 2007, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton MO - Benjamin Oliver Gregory, age 87 of Clinton, Missouri passed away Thursday, March 22, 2007 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, Missouri. Memorial Services will be Sunday, March 25, 2007 at Lucas United Methodist Church, Urich, Missouri. Oliver was born near Urich, Missouri. He was a graduate of Urich High School in 1937. He was married to Roxie Eva Goodrich on June 29, 1946 in Olathe, Kansas. He was a farmer and lived near Urich until moving to Clinton in 1987. He was a member of the Lucas United Methodist Church, the Clinton Masonic Lodge No. 548 where he was a fifty year member, and the Eagles Lodge of Clinton. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Roxie of the home; one son, Walter A. Gregory and wife, Brenda of Appleton City, Missouri and one daughter, Vivian L. Tschudi and husband LeRoy of Adrian, Missouri; four grandchildren, Craig Gregory, Benjamin Gregory, Amanda Brown and Ryan Tschudi and one great granddaughter, Rylee Jae Brown.

GREGORY, Chester
b: Nov 5 1924, Bryson, MO
d: Nov 21 1991, Lakeview Heights, Benton Co, MO
bur: Stover Cemetery, Stover, Morgan Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Chester Gregory, 67, rural Lakeview Heights, died Thursday morning, November 21, 1991, at his home. He was born November 5, 1924 in Bryson, son of Odis and Elizabeth Webb Gregory. He was a truck driver for Consolidated Freightways, Kansas City, retiring in 1975 and moving to the Lakeview Heights area. He was a member of Teamsters Union Local No. 41, Kansas City. Survivors include two sisters, Charolette Jacks and Patricia Smith, both of Sedalia; two brothers, Marvin Gregory and Harold Gregory, both of Sedalia; a half-sister, Margaret Coonce, Versailles; a stepsister, Laverne Dority, Marshall, and a stepbrother, Cornard Braden, Warsaw. Funeral services were held Sunday, November 24, at the Fox Funeral Home, Cole Camp. Burial was in Stover Cemetery.

GREGORY, Clyda Myrtle LOGSDON KELLY
b: Feb 2 1883, Benton Co, MO
d: May 16 1967, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Carrsville Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Gouge Funeral Home, Windsor, MO (historical)
Windsor MO - Funeral services for Mrs. James H. Gregory, Windsor, Mo., were held Thursday, at the Gouge Funeral Home at Windsor. Pallbearers were all grandsons, Donald O'Bryan, Lonnie Stewart, Gene Kelly, Billy Kelly, Roy Lee Gregory, and Dale Thomas. Burial was in the Carrsville Cemetery. Mrs. Gregory died May 16, 1967 at the Windsor Hospital. Clyda Myrtle Gregory, the daughter of John J. A. and Rebecca Logsdon, was born Feb. 2, 1883, in Benton County, Mo. On Oct. 1, 1899 she married Everett A. Kelly and they were the parents of five children, four of whom survive. Mr. Kelly died Aug. 7, 1909. In 1911 Mrs. Kelly married James H. Gregory and they were the parents of two children. Mr. Gregory died Mar. 1930 Mrs. Gregory joined the Baptist church at Hasten, Mo. and after moving to Windsor, Mo. community in 1935, she transferred her membership to the First Baptist church there. Survivors include three sons, James Kelly, Windsor, William T. Kelly, Kansas City, Mo., and Glen Gregory, Higginsville, Mo.; three daughters; Mrs. J. L. (Iva) Spor, Missouri City, Mo., Mrs. Frank (Inza) Stewart, Holden, Mo., and Mrs. Edgar (Ona) O`Bryan, Birmingham; one foster son, Junior D. Thomas, Kansas City, Mo.; two stepsons, Jess Gregory, Clinton, Mo. and Lester Gregory, Blackburn; and one sister, Mrs. Edna Land, Hemet, Calif.; thirty-three grandchildren; fifty-six great grandchildren; and eleven great, great grandchildren.

GREGORY, Donald V.
b: May 29 1911, Urich, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 29 2000, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Aug 14 2000 - Donald V. Gregory was born May 29, 1911, at Urich, son of George W. and Nancy Olive Pfost. He died July 29, 2000 at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. He was a 1931 graduate of Urich High School. He was a member of the Lucas United Methodist Church. He farmed and had lived most of his life in the Urich area. He married Celestine Burris at Fordland on October 18, 1941. Preceding him in death were his parents; two brothers, William Gregory and Morlan Gregory. Survivors include his wife Celestine, of the home; two sons, Donald Gregory and wife Ann, San Rafael, California, and Richard W. Gregory and wife Lucinda, Parkville; one brother Oliver Gregory, Clinton. Funeral services were held August 1, at the Lucas United Methodist Church. Burial was in Mullin Cemetery.

GREGORY, Donna Ann KINKEAD
b: Oct 12 1948, Lexington, Lafayette Co, MO
d: Jul 5 2007, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery GA-GU, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 9 2007 - Donna Ann Gregory, 58, Tightwad, Missouri, died Thursday, July 5, 2007, at Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Windsor, Mo. She was born October 12, 1948, in Lexington, Mo., the daughter of John Porter Kinkead and Maurine (Fahrmeier) Kinkead. On May 1, 1983, at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Lexington, Mo., she married Roy Lee Gregory, who survives of the home. Donna was an insurance agent for several years working in Beverly Hills, California and then in Belton, Mo., for Aetna Insurance Company and American Family Insurance Company. Most recently, she had worked at "The Shop" in Clinton, Mo., for 5 years. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a stepdaughter, Michelle Harrison and her husband, Kirk, Lexington, Mo.; 6 grandchildren, Phoenix, Josh, Sabra, Xavier, Ethan and Noelle; a brother, Gregory Kinkead, Liberty, Mo.; her mother-in-law, Irma A. Gregory, Windsor, Mo.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be Monday, July 9, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

GREGORY, Ena A. TROWBRIDGE
b: Oct 19 1909, Mountain View, Howell Co, MO
d: May 10 2003, Buffalo, Dallas Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 4 2003 - Ena Gregory, 93, Lewis Station, went home to be with the Lord on May 10, 2003, at the Dallas County Care Center, Buffalo. She was born October 19, 1909, in Mt. View, daughter of Jacob A. Trowbridge and Nancy (Roberts) Trowbridge. She married Gerald Gregory on July 29, 1930, and to this union 11 children were born. She lived her life raising her children and keeping her home. Ena accepted the Lord as her Savior in early adulthood while attending what she liked to refer to as a brush harbor camp meeting. She followed the Lord in Baptism shortly thereafter at an outdoor baptismal service. She never wavered in her walk with the Lord studying His word and guiding her children in paths of truth. She loved to write poetry and some of her poems were published earlier on. Ena's hobby was raising plants and flowers and she knew the names of any and all plants she came in contact with. She was also an avid quilter, making many beautiful quilts over her lifetime, lovingly stitching by hand each piece until the quilt was completed, then passing them on to her large family. Ena had a generous and caring heart, not only for her family but for all she saw in need, giving as the Lord directed and keeping always in her heart that great commandment, "That you love one another as I have loved you." Though she is now gone, she will live on in the hearts of her children and grandchildren, whom she deeply loved. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald; one daughter, Melba Jean; her father and mother, Jacob and Nancy Trowbridge, as well as nine brothers and eight sisters. Ena is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Juanita and Louis Denton, Buffalo, another daughter, Dorothy Gregory, Clinton; eight sons and daughters-in-law, Jack and Helen Gregory of Willow springs, James and Carolyn Gregory of Willow Springs, Marvin and Patricia Gregory of Mt. Vernon, Herbert and Cathy Gregory of Aurora, Larry and Katie Gregory of Edwards, Kenneth Gregory of Pueblo, Colorado, Ivan and Sherri Gregory of Kansas City and Mike Gregory of Clinton; 23 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving her is a sister-in-law, Mary Owens, West Plains, and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Wednesday, May 14. Burial was in the Calhoun Cemetery.

GREGORY, Ethel Louise CROOKS
b: Jan 4 1918, Laredo, Grundy Co, MO
d: Dec 23 2002, Raymore, Cass Co, MO
bur: Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 26 2002 - Ethel Louise Gregory, 84, Raymore, died Monday, December 23, 2002, at the Raymore Health Care Center from cancer. The funeral service will be December 28, at the Cullen Funeral Home, 612 West Foxwood Drive, Raymore. Graveside service will be at the Shawnee Mound Cumberland Presbyterian Church Cemetery. She was born January 4, 1918, in Laredo, the daughter of Ethel Kensinger and Harry Francis Crooks. Her younger life was spent in Henry County. In 1940, she gradated form Central Missouri State Teaching College with a Bachelor of Science in Education, majoring in mathematics. Her teaching career spanned 45 years when she retired in 1982 because she was diagnosed with macular degeneration. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon Louis Gregory. She is survived by her uncle, William R. Crooks, 109 Mt. Vernon, Ohio; her aunt, Anna Mae Coulter, 92, Clinton, and one sister, Mildred Musgrave Phillips, Austin, Texas. She is also survived by five children, Harry Gregory, Wichita, Kansas, William Gregory, Grove, Oklahoma, Annalou Strieff, Belton, Stanley Gregory, Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Sarah Gregory Long, Topeka, Kansas; 12 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

GREGORY, Evelyn Marlene SIMPSON
b: Feb 22 1933, Urich, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 22 2006, Urich, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 24 2006 - Evelyn Marlene Gregory, 73, Urich, died Wednesday, November 22, 2006, at her home. Funeral services will be Sunday, November 26, at Consalus Funeral Home-Urich. Burial will be in Mullin Cemetery, Urich. She was born in Urich February 22, 1933, daughter of Arthur and Mary Irene McDonald Simpson. She married Gene K. Gregory, who died November 13, 2003. Along with her husband, her parents, son, Keith Gregory, a grandson, Greg Smith, and a brother, Billie Joe Simpson, also preceded her in death. Survivors include three sons, Kenneth Gregory, Kent Gregory and Elizabeth, Kevin Gregory and Angie; two daughters, Kathy Smith and husband Ivan, Lindy Light and husband Donald; one sister Mary Jayne Graham; six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends.

GREGORY, Florence SWISHER
b: Jul 5 1911, Benton Co, MO
d: Feb 6 2001, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery GA-GU, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 8 2001 - Florence S. Gregory, 89, Windsor, died Tuesday afternoon, February 6, 2001, at Truman Valley Healthcare in Windsor. She was born July 5, 1911, in Benton County, in the Brandon area, near Windsor, the daughter of Samuel Alonzo Swisher and Martha Lenora (MacBurney) Swisher. On December 24, 1930, in Centerview, she married Paul J. Gregory, who preceded her in death in 1980. Mrs. Gregory worked at the Internation Shoe Factory in Windsor for 24 years before her retirement. She was also a houseife and had taught school for a short period of time before working at the shoe factory. She was a member of the Brandon United Methodist Church, Windsor. Survivors include two granddaughters, Lori Heinen and Lisa Richard, both of Eunice, Louisiana; two great-grandsons, Gregory Richard and Stuart Heinen; two great-granddaughters, Callie Richard and Sarah Heinen. Several nieces and nephews also survive. She was preceded in death by a son, Carl Lee Gregory in 1964. Funeral services will be Friday at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

GREGORY, Frances Marian WHITE WILLIAMS
b: Feb 26 1903, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 17 2003, 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, Apr 25 2003 - Thursday, April 17, 2003, marked the passing of Frances Marian William Gregory at the age of 100. She was born on February 26, 1903, to Joseph Lee and Mary Ann Ford White. She lived her entire life in Henry County. She married Glenn Williams on October 21, 1923, and to this union four children were born, Wayne, Doyle, Don and Carolyn. she and Glenn also cared for a number of foster children. After the death of Glenn, she united with the Allen Street Baptist Church where she served as organist and treasurer. She also enjoyed helping with Bible school. On December 24, 1968, she married Jess A. Gregory. They enjoyed traveling and refinishing furniture. Her favorite pastimes were her flower garden and piecing quilts. She is survived by her children, Wayne and Ginny Williams and Doyle and Betty Williams, all of Clinton, Don and Laveda Williams of Oak Grove, and Carolyn and Dick Schaffer of Spring, Texas; two sisters, Evelyn Gilbert of Clinton and Winifred Setzer of Kansas City; one brother Lindsey White of Clinton; 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, as well as three stepdaughters, Evelina Durnell, Georgia Owsley and Pauline Fields, and on step-granddaughter, Dorothy Flippin. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Monday, April 21. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

GREGORY, Gene Keith
b: Jun 10 1928, N of Urich, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 13 2003, S of Urich, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 26 2003 - Gene Keith Gregory was born north of Urich June 10, 1928, son of George William and Blanche Pearl Walker Gregory. He died November 13, 2003, at his home south of Urich. Gene was united in marriage October 9, 1954, to Evelyn Marlene Simpson at Clinton and to this union six children were born. He graduated from North East High School in Kansas City and then joined the United States Army, serving during the Korean Conflict. Gene was active in community services, including the American Legion Post 371, Ballard School Board, Mingo Road Board and the Apple Dumpling Square Dance Club. Preceding him in death were his parents; one son, Robert Keith Gregory; one brother, William Earl; his mother and father-in-law and two brothers-in-law. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Marlene, of the home; three sons, Kenneth Eugene, Urich, Kevin Lee and wife Chris, Garden City, William Kent and wife Liz, Aurora; two daughters, Kathy Lynn Smith and husband Ivan, Creighton, and Melinda Kay Light and husband Donald, Urich; seven grandchildren, Kari, LeAnn, Greg, Michael, Jenna, Scott and Jake; two step-grandchildren, Samantha and Sarah; two great-grandchildren, Jaycee and Kenyon; one brother, Jerry Gregory and wife Doris, Kansas City; sister-in-law, Mary Jayne Graham, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held November 17 at Consalus-Bradley Chapel, Urich. Burial was in Mullin Cemetery.

GREGORY, Gladys K. KELLEY
b: Oct 21 1918, Beaumont, TX
d: Feb 17 2001, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 19 2001 - Gladys K. Gregory, 82, Leeton, died Saturday, February 17, 2001, at the Western Missouri Medical Center. She was born in Beaumont, Texas, on October 21, 1918, the daughter of Jim Kelley and Willie Noble Kelley. On June 16, 1969, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, she married Kenneth E. Gregory, who survives of the home. She is survived by her husband; two sons, Michael Lester, Mobile, Alabama, and Jerry Gregory, Baton Rouge, Louisiana; three daughters, Karen Richard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Cynthia Cornell, Henderson, Nevada, Michelle Hunter, Parker, Colorado; two sisters, Anne Mae Whitman and Allie Smart both of Port Neches, Texas; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Tuesday at the Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg. Burial will be in the Warrensburg Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

GREGORY, Herschel Harlow
b: Nov 17 1923, Cabool, Texas Co, MO
d: Aug 11 1991, Donna, TX
bur: Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Herschel Harlow Gregory was born November 17, 1923, at Cabool, Missouri, the son of Elbert Gregory and Blanche Ethel (Williams) Gregory. He Joined the Navy in 1941 and received a medical discharge in 1942, June 22, 1943, he married Lela Ruth Barr and from this union they were blessed with five children, William, Robert, Don, Marilyn and Carolyn. He lived in the Clinton area for 36 years. He worked for the Clearfield Cheese Co. as a truck driver until seriously injured in an accident, resulting in his inability to work for five years, He then worked 20 years for United Telephone Co. of Clinton until a heart attack in 1978 required major heart surgery. He retired on disability in March 1979. He and his wife lived in Donna, Texas, during the winter months, returning to Missouri for half the year until 1981 when they moved to Texas permanently. On August 11, 1991, he passed away at his home in Donna, Texas. His hobbles included woodworking, crafts, fishing, reading and collecting books and coins. He was a member of the Allen Street Baptist Church of Clinton, and the order of the Masonic Lodge and Shrine. He was baptized in 1957 and became a Sunday school teacher, RA leader and Boy Scout leader. He is survived by his wife Lela of the home; three sons, William E. Gregory of Wichita. Ks., Robert H. Gregory of Corona, Ca., and Dr. Donald H. Gregory of San Francisco; two daughters, Carolyn J. Werlein of St. Paul. Minnesota and Marlyn Rufenacht of Mt. Zion; one sister Mary Williams of West Plains; one brother Gerald Gregory of Lewis Station; 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Sunday, September 15, 1991, at 2 p.m. at the Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, with burial at the Clinton Memory Gardens.

GREGORY, Jess Albert
b: Feb 25 1898, Benton Co, MO
d: Jan 7 1973, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Jess Albert Gregory of Route 1, Clinton, was born February 25, 1898, in Benton County, MO, the son of James Henry Gregory and Emily Mock Gregory. He passed away suddenly Sunday, January 7, 1973, at the Golden Valley Hospital. He was married to Abby Dunham on Feb 11, 1928. They operated a grocery store and service station at Quarles for a number of years and later bought and operated the station at Highway 7 and Water Street until the highway took the station in 1962. They retired and built a new home on Highway 7 where they lived until her death on May 2, 1966. He married Marian Williams on December 24, 1968. Funeral services were held January 10 with burial in Englewood Cemetery.

GREGORY, Margaret Ann EARHART
b: Dec 15 1849, Wytheville, Virginia
d: Mar 25 1931, Urich, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Creighton Banner, Creighton MO - Mrs. Margaret Ann Earhart Gregory, daughter of George and Matilda Earhart, was born at Wytheville, Virginia, December 15, 1849 and departed this ife at the home of a daughter, Mrs. O. E. Douglass, Urich, March 25 1931. She came with her parent to Bates county in 1856 and in 1868 went with them to Dennison, Texas (as a result of Order No. 11), returning to Mingo township, Bates county in 1866 where she was married to Benjamin F. Gregory January 28 1869.  To this union there were born twelve chldren.  Those who survive are: Mrs. Mary Miller, Mrs. Ollie E. (Olive Ellen) Douglass, George Gregory, Chester A. ("Art") Gregory, and Charles O. ("Hick") Gregory of Urich and Mrs. R. H. (Emma Bell) Ross of Creighton.  She is also survived by one brother, G. A. Earhart of Nevada, Missouri, and twelve grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.  She professed faith in her Savior and united with the Cove Creek Christian church about the year 1895 and continued a faithful member of that body to the time of her death. From the time of her marriage till the death of her husband in 1927, a period of fifty eight years, her home was in Mingo township, Bates county and her home was intimately associated with the personal welfare of that community.  She was a noble woman and a tireless worker but never too busy to help the needy or to relieve the distressed.  She was kind, patient and indulgent.  Those who knew her best loved her most. After the death of her husband she came to Urich to make her home with her daughter, Ollie.  A little more than a year before leaving the farm her health gave way and she never regained her strength.  In the home of Mrs. Douglass, she was tenderly cared for and had proper medical attention, but neither the skill of the physician or the gentle touch of her attendant could stay the hand of the grim reaper.  She went out to obey the final summons that await us all. Funeral services were held at the Urich Christian church, Thursday, March 26, and burial was made in the Mullin cemetery by the side of her husband and six children who preceded her to that land where the weary are at rest. - Note: Information between "()" has been added. The six children who preceded her in death are: Austin R. (1872-1922), Pearl (1881-1889), Benjamin F Jr. (1883-1897),  Infant son (b/d 2/5/1887), William E (1888-1890), and Roy Alexander (1890-1898).

GREGORY, Margaret Diane McMILLEN
b: Sep 9 1946, Welch, OK
d: Sep 21 2007, near Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Mt. Zion Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 11 2007 - Margaret Diane Gregory, daughter of Arthur Dale and Sarah Margaret (Whipple) McMillen, was born on September 9, 1946, in Welch, Oklahoma, and died on September 21, 2007, near Lowry City, the result of an automobile accident at the age of 61 years. Diane was married to Gary Robert Gregory. She worked for Unitog in Clinton until it closed. She was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Deepwater. She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband Gary of the home; three sons, Rodney Dewayne Gregory of Collins, Danny Lynn Gregory and Trent Wade Gregory, both of Deepwater; one daughter Teresa Marie Mathys of Iuka, Kansas; two brothers, Kenneth McMillen of Deepwater and Emmett Jackson Burks of Belton; one sister Linda Kay Meehan of Raymore; seven grandchildren, Michele Shoen, Bethany Gregory, Tiffany Teegarden, Jennifer Gregory, Daniel L. Gregory, Bobby Mathys, Chanda Mathys and one on the way in February, and three great-grandchildren, Wesley, Tayah and Greenley. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Tuesday, September 25. Interment was in Mt. Zion Cemetery, Deepwater.

GREGORY, Mary Leona GOOCH
b: Jun 29 1909, near Urich, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 21 1997, Raytown, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Mary Leona Gregory of Creighton was born June 29, 1909, near Urich, the daughter of William Walton and Martha Alice (Mullen) Gooch. She died Friday, March 21, 1997, at Edgewood Manor, Raytown, at the age of 87 years, eight months and 22 days. On August 13, 1929, Leona was united in marriage to Walter Morlan Gregory in Clinton. Leona was employed at the Garden City Garment Factory from 1950 until her retirement in 1976. She was a member of the Creighton Christian Church, Creighton, and a 25-year member of the International Ladies Garment Workers Union Local 537. Leona had lived near Urich before moving to Creighton in 1952. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by two brothers, Orville and Eddie Gooch; two sisters, Sophia Wadell and Goldena Shubert. She is survived by her husband W. Morlan Gregory of the home; one daughter, Nancy Starr, Raytown; three grandchildren, Kerry Starr, Kansas City, Kathy Sobba, Roeland Park, Kansas, and Patty Sherrill, Lee's Summit; six great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter; a sister Cecil Eggers, Appleton City; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Tuesday, March 25, at the Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City. Burial was in Mullin Cemetery near Urich.

GREGORY, Robert Glenn
b: abt 1921, Mt. Zion, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 3 2000, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mt. Zion Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 6 2000 - Robert Glenn Gregory, 79, Mt. Zion, died Friday, March 3, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Funeral services were 10 a.m. Monday at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, with burial in Mt. Zion Cemetery. He was born in Mt. Zion and was a lifelong resident. He was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a farmer. He is survived by his wife Betty, of the home; four sons, Gary Albert, Mike and Dan, all of Deepwater; two daughters, Linda Farnan of Gladstone and Patty Fugitt of Kansas City, 11 grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and five step-great-grandchildren.

GREGORY, Vivian Celestine BURRIS
b: Feb 3 1918, Bates Co, MO
d: Sep 30 2005, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mullin Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 10 2005 - Vivian Celestine Gregory was born February 3, 1918, on the family farm near Ballard, in Bates County, and died September 30, 2005, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was the oldest of 10 children born to Thomas Ezra and Lena Dell Koger Burris. She attended Bryan Elementary School. On October 18, 1941, she married Donald V. Gregory and they had one son, Richard W. Gregory. She and her husband engaged in farming throughout their 58 years of married life. With Richard's help she continued living on the family farm after her husband's death on July 29, 2000. She particularly enjoyed raising cattle with her great-nephew, Kenny Gregory. Along with her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Marvin and Galen; two sisters, Margie Brammeier and Genevieve Burris. Surviving is her son Richard W. Gregory, Parkville; stepson Donald G. Gregory and wife Ann, San Rafael, California; two brothers, Hobart Burris and wife Louise, Lee's Summit, Wilfred Burris, Olathe, Kansas; three sisters, Oletha Means and husband Charles, Montrose, Neoma Beatty and husband, Raymond, Lee's Summit, Joan Embry and husband Wayne, Liberty, a brother-in-law, Oliver Gregory and wife Roxie, Clinton; three grandchildren, Linda Gregory and husband Jeff Grey, Bar Harbor, Maine, Mitchell Gregory and wife Ingrid, San Diego, California, Jeff Gregory and wife Maria, Grain Valley; five great-grandchildren, Blake and Wesley Gregory, Grain Valley, Menemsha, Jeff Jr. and Matthew Grey, Bar Harbor, Maine; one great-great-grandson, Gabriel Grey, also of Bar Harbor; 11 nieces, 10 nephews and many great-nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held October 4 at Lucas United Methodist Church. Burial was in Mullin Cemetery, under the direction of Consalus Funeral Home.

GREIFE, Frederick H.
b: Apr 9 1926, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 12 2009, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery GA-GU, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Frederick H. Greife, 83, of Windsor, Missouri, died Sunday, April 12, 2009, at Windsor Healthcare and Rehabilitation, in Windsor. He was born April 9, 1926, in Windsor, the son of Louis Henry Greife and Frances Anne (Moser) Greife. He was a 1944 graduate of Windsor High School and attended the University of Missouri and University of Central Missouri. He was U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was married to Elizabeth Anne "Betty" Kirby on Jan. 29, 1950, in Sedalia. She survives of the home. Mr. Greife was a lifelong Windsor resident. He owned and operated Greife's Clothing Co. in Windsor for 35 years, and also worked in retail sales for Beall-Ladymon Department Store and Dollar General Stores. He was a former member and past president of the Windsor Lions Club and Windsor Jaycees, and a member of the Windsor Chamber of Commerce. He served on the Windsor Ambulance District Board of Directors and the Laurel Oak Cemetery Board, and was a member of the Windsor Historical Society. He was an avid fisherman. He was active with Boy Scouts of America, serving as scoutmaster for Windsor Troop 32, and chairman and member of the executive board of the Great Rivers Council. He was a member of the Order of the Arrow and the Tribe of Mic-O-Say and a recipient of the Silver Beaver Award. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Michael Greife, of Warrensburg; three daughters, Carolyn Greife, Las Cruces, N.M.; Mary Beth Greife, Overland Park, Kan.; and Catherine Greife, Colorado Springs, Colo.; and several cousins. Cremation is planned. Gravesides services will be Thursday, April 16, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, in Windsor.

GREIFE, John Richard
b: Jun 25 1938, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
d: Apr 7 2007, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Pleasant Mound Cemetery, Osceola Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 10 2007 - John Richard Greife was born June 25, 1938, in Kansas City, the son of Otto William and Muriel Margaret (William) Greife. He died at the Beverly Living Center-Westwood, Clinton, on April 7, 2007, at the age of 68 years. John was married to Patricia Sue (Carroll) Greife. He served in the Armed Forces. in the United States Navy and was employed as a millwright for Kansas City Power and Light at the Montrose Power Plant. He was a member of the Clinton Masonic Lodge #548. John is survived by his wife Pat Greife of the home; one son John Charles Greife, Tulsa, Oklahoma; five daughters, Theresa Marie Drury of Butler, Pamela Lea Davis of Lowry City, Kathy Barnett, Jennifer Lynn Wilson and Sheila Tripp, all of Clinton; one brother Donald Eugene Greife of Gerster, as well as 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held at the Osceola Church of The Brethren Thursday, April 12. Inurnment was in the Pleasant Mound Cemetery, Osceola.

GRESS, Charles Edward
b: Oct 29 1908, Bethel, Wyandotte Co, KS
d: Dec 6 2001, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Kansas City, Wyandotte Co, KS
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 17 2001 - Charles Edward Gress was born October 29, 1908, at Bethel, Kansas, son of Grover Cleveland and May Half Gress. He died December 6, 2001, at Westwood Nursing Center. He married the former Agnes Schuler. He was a member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church. He was a self-employed contractor and also farmed. His parents; four brothers, George, William, Virgil and Grover Gress, and one sister, Mary Jane Weaver, preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Agnes, of the home; five brothers, Herman Gress, Stockton, California, Harold Gress, Redmond, Oregon, Warren Gress, Kansas City, Kansas, Robert Gress, Tonganoxie, Kansas, Raymond W. Gress, Pearl, Illinois; one sister, June Bryant, Gladstone; plus numerous nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial was held December 10. Burial was in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Kansas City, Kansas.

GRETZINGER, Donald Rhee
b: Jan 30 1923, Urich, Henry Co, MO
d: May 25 2009, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Kansas City Star, May 28 2009 - Donald Rhee Gretzinger, 86, of Urich, Mo., passed away Monday, May 25, 2009, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, Mo. Funeral services will be Thursday, May 28, at Clinton United Methodist Church. Military graveside services will follow the funeral service at White Oak Cemetery, Urich, Mo. Don was born in Urich, Mo., on January 30, 1923, to Johnie and Mildred Gretzinger. Don grew up in Urich, Mo., and graduated from Clinton High School. He attended the University of Missouri, Columbia, Mo., until March 1943, when he enlisted in the Army Air Corps with only a few credits needed to graduate with his degree in economics. When Mr. Gretzinger enlisted, he was part of the 40th Fighter Squadron, the "Red Dogs." He became a second lieutenant as a fighter pilot in his P-51 fighter plane he named the "Baby Doll." The battles and campaigns that Mr. Gretzinger participated in were: Bizmark Archipelago, China, Luzon, New Guinea, Ryukyus, Western Pacific, and the Air Offensive Japan. Decorations and citations received were the Asiatic Pacific Theater Campaign Ribbon with seven Bronze Stars, the American Theater Campaign Ribbon, the Victory Ribbon, the Philippine Liberation Ribbon, and the Air Medal. His continental service was 9 months, 26 days, and his foreign service was 10 months, 13 days. After the war, Mr. Gretzinger returned to Urich, Mo., and on November 17, 1948, he was united in marriage to Mozelle Jennings. Don worked long, tireless hours as a successful farmer and cattle rancher. He was a consummate risk-taker and enjoyed pursuing and fulfilling his dreams. Early in his career Don was invited to represent the Missouri Beef Cattlemen Association as a guest of Swift and Company. The two-week tour of Chicago, Boston, New York, and Washington, D.C. left an indelible impression on him. Later, Don was among a 22- member People to People delegation of food and agriculture leaders chosen to take part in a three-week goodwill tour of China, Hong Kong, and Korea. Don was a member of the board of directors of the First Country Bank in Urich, Mo., and was awarded for 21 years of exceptional service and dedication. He was also a member of the United Methodist Church, Clinton, Mo. Don is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mozelle Gretzinger; his two daughters, Jana LeCoque, Clinton, Mo., and Lynn Ransin and son-in-law David Ransin, Springfield, Mo.; two grandsons, John LeCoque, Clinton, Mo., and Donald Ransin, Springfield, Mo.; a granddaughter, Laura Ransin, Springfield, Mo.; two brothers, Delbert Gretzinger and Gary Gretzinger, Urich, Mo.; two sisters, Verna Lee Perry and Darlene Gordon of St. Louis, Mo.; seven nephews and three nieces. The family wishes to express profound gratitude to Dr. Doug Kenney and the staff and nurses at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, Mo., and the incredible neighbors and friends who have helped Don and his family during his tough, long, hard-fought battles. Services are under the direction of Vansant-Mills Funeral Home of Clinton, Mo.

GREUFE, Edwin F.
b: Dec 10 1920, Urich, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 16 1994, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Edwin F. Greufe, son of Herman J. and Elizabeth (Daldrup) Greufe, was born December 10, 1920, in Urich. He died October 16, 1994, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton at the age of 73 years. His family moved to Nebraska when he was young and grew up near Walthill, Nebraska, where he graduated from high school. In 1941 he returned to Urich. Edwin and Rosanna Boehler were united in marriage November 12, 1946, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Montrose, and to this union seven children were born. He farmed in the Urich, Appleton City and Montrose areas most of his working life. He served in the Army during World War II where he was involved in the invasion of Leyte in the Philippines. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Montrose and belonged to and was a past commander of Montrose VFW Post 8820 and the Knights of Columbus. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Julian and an infant brother. Survivors include his wife, Rosanna of the home; two sons, Jim Greufe of Chilhowee and Bob Greufe of Appleton City; five daughters, Judy Briggs of Raytown, Alice Perez of Clinton, Linda Lowry of Appleton, Texas, Helen Cook and Jane Cannon, both of Clinton; two brothers, Gene Greufe and Don Greufe, both of Urich; one sister, Millie Soderland of St. Louis; 16 grandchildren and three step-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Wednesday, October 19. Burial was in St. Mary's Cemetery, Montrose.

GREUFE, Eugene Bernard
b: Jul 25 1922, Montrose, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 22 2006, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Hickory Grove Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 24 2006 - Eugene B. Greufe of Urich was born July 25, 19222, at Montrose, the son of Herman J. Greufe and Elizabeth Theresa Daldrup Greufe. He died April 22, 2006, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 83 years. at an early age, the family moved to Nebraska, where he grew up and received 12 years of education at Walthill, Nebraska. He returned to Urich in 1941 and joined the Army in 1942. He served in the South Pacific and was wounded in the Dutch East Indies. He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, Victory Medal, Purple Heart and Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal. He received his discharge in 1945. He married Evelyn Patt in 1945 and they resided in Leavenworth, Kansas, until his discharge, when they moved back to Urich. He be came a truck driver and drove until his retirement in 1984. After retirement, he bought a travel trailer and traveled extensively throughout the United States. He was preceded in death by his wife Evelyn in 1985; his parents; two brothers, Edwin Greufe of Montrose and Julian Greufe of Roseburg, Oregon. He is survived by one brother Don Greufe and wife Mary Jo; one sister Millie Soderland and husband Bob; a number of nieces and nephews and special friend and companion Juanita Coulter. Funeral Mass was April 26 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Urich, with burial at Hickory Grove Cemetery.

GREUFE, George John
b: Oct 15 1916, Germantown, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 29 2004, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 30 2004 - George John Greufe, 87, Clinton, died Thursday, July 29, 2004, at the Golden Valley Hospital. He was born October 15, 1916, in Germantown, the son of the late John and Julia (Koch) Greufe. He married Clara Mae Boden on February 11, 1946, in Montrose, and she survives. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Mike Greufe, Clinton; three daughters, Frances Jackson, Clinton, Shirley Schroder, Harrisonville, and Linda Engeman, Oak Grove; two brothers, Bernard Greufe and Harold Greufe, both of Montana; two sisters, Mary McEneaney of Montana and Leona Braton of Minnesota; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Wilfred, Ralph and Kenneth. He served his country in the United States Army during World War II. He farmed and worked for Alva Allen Industries before his retirement. He was a member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, July 31, at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Clinton. Interment will be in Englewood Cemetery.

GREUFE, Howard F.
b: 1936
d: 2001
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 22 2001 - Howard F. Greufe was born October 16, 1936, in Montrose, and departed this life on May 11, 2001, at the Lee's Summit Hospital at the age of 64 years, six months and 25 days. Howard was the son of Ted C. Greufe and Clara M. Rotert Greufe. Howard spent his early years in Montrose, graduating from Montrose High School in 1955. After graduation, Howard made his home in Kansas City. On April 12, 1958, he was united in marriage to Evelyn Hennesey in Edgerton, Kansas. Howard and Evelyn moved to Pleasant Hill in 1963, where he farmed part-time while working as a machine setter for Western Electric. After his retirement from western electric in 1986, Howard farmed and raised cattle full time. In life, Howard was always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone, whether family or friend. At his death, Howard continued to help others by donating his organs to an organ bank. Howard is survived by his wife, Evelyn, of the home; his sons, Steven, Richard and Randall; his daughter, Christie Kincaid and five grandchildren, all of Pleasant Hill; four sisters, Benitz Grinzinger of Garnet, Kansas, Beatrice Vogel and Alice Westhusing of Montrose, and Ellen Burrough of Kansas City. He was preceded in death by an infant son, Jeffery Dean; his parents, Ted and Clara, and three brothers, Boniface, Ludger and Leland.

GREUFE, Roger Mark
b: Apr 27 1960, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 10 2008, Lee's Summit, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Hickory Grove Cemetery, White Oak Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 14 2008 - Roger Mark Greufe, 47, Urich, died on Thursday, April 10, 2008, at St. Luke's Hospital in Lee's Summit. Roger was born April 27, 1960, in Clinton, the son of Donald J. and Mary Jo (Hargrave) Greufe. He was a lifelong resident of Urich, graduating from Sherwood High School in 1978. He then joined the U.S. Navy where he proudly served his country until 1984. He worked in maintenance in Urich and the surrounding area for many years. Roger was well-known for his expertise as a pool player and his passion for baseball and football, especially the KC Royals and the KS Chiefs. He was an active member of the American Legion Urich Post 371 and the American Veterans Post 120. Roger is survived by his parents; his daughter Angela (Angie) Greufe, Urich; a brother Steve Greufe and wife Terri, Raymore; a sister, Debbie Jay, Urich; a nephew Mark Jay and wife Angie, and their daughter Lorraine, Blue Springs; one niece Emily Stiles, Raymore, and four aunts, Jean Ingham and her husband Herbert, Blue Springs, Mille Soderland and her husband Bob, Lake St. Louis, Rosanna Greufe and family, Montrose, and Louise Greufe and family, Los Angeles, California. Funeral services were Monday, April 14, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Urich. Burial was in the Hickory Grove Cemetery, Urich.

GRIDER, William Thomas
b: Jul 23 1929
d: May 6 2005, St. Louis, St. Louis Co, MO
bur: Jefferson Barracks Cemetery, St. Louis, St. Louis Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 9 2005 - William Thomas Grider, 75, St. Louis, a former Clinton resident, died Friday, May 6, 2005, at a hospital in St. Louis. Funeral services will be Wednesday, at Kurtis Funeral Home, 10151 Gravois, St. Louis, with burial in Jefferson Barracks. He is survived by two sons, Eric T. Grider of Clinton and Richard Grider, Versailles; three daughters, Kathleen Golder, Clinton, Ann Boyle, Raytown, and Nancy Thoma, Wichita, Kansas; nine grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

GRIESEL, Dorothy J. BIRD
b: Sep 9 1926, 2 mi S of Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 23 2004, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery GA-GU, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 25 2004 - Dorothy J. Griesel, 78, Windsor, died Saturday afternoon, October 23, 2004, at Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia. She was born September 9, 1926, two miles south of Windsor, in Henry County, the daughter of John Sherman Bird and Ora Ella (Matthews) Bird. On September 1, 1945, in Clinton, she married Henry Albert Lee Griesel, who died December 20, 1994. She was a homemaker and also worked briefly for Sharps Clothing Store, the Windsor International Shoe Factory, the Windsor Hospital, Western Auto and was also part owner and operator with her husband Lee, and Logan and Urbane Morgan of a grocery store in Windsor for several years. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, Windsor, where she taught Sunday School for over 43 years and up until two weeks before her death. She was also a member of the Rebekah Lodge #528 Windsor, and the LEA, Clinton. Survivors include two sons, Lee Griesel Jr. and John Daniel "Danny" Griesel and his wife Carolyn, both of Windsor; a daughter Peggy Barrett and her husband John, Windsor; four grandsons, Rick, Andy, Matt and Time; two great-grandsons, Gage and Daniel; a sister, Ann Lou Muller, LaMonte; a brother J. W. Bird, Goodman, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 26, at the Calvary Baptist Church, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

GRIESEL, Henry Albert Lee Sr.
b: Oct 23 1924, Camden Co, MO
d: Dec 21 1994, near Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery GA-GU, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lee Griesel Sr., 70, rural Windsor, died Wednesday, December 21, 1994, at his home. He was born October 23, 1924, in Camden County, near Climax Springs, the son of George Griesel and Clara Baldwin Griesel. On September 1, 1945, in Clinton, he married Dorothy J. Bird, who survives of the home. Mr. Griesel was a cattle farmer and worked for Pittsburg Corning in Sedalia for 35 years, before retiring in 1986. In addition to his wife he is survived by two sons, Lee Griesel Jr. of the home, and John Dan Griesel, Windsor; a daughter Peggy Barrett, Kansas City; two sisters, Ruth Charlton, Macks Creek, and Ruby Ollison, Sedalia; four grandsons; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by a brother Fred of Pueblo, Colorado. Funeral services will be Friday, December 23 at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

GRIFFIN, Frank L.
b: Sep 13 1919, Stockton, Rooks Co, KS
d: Oct 19 2006, Great Bend, Barton Co, KS
bur: Sunset Vista Cemetery, Yuma, AZ
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 23 2006 - Frank L. Griffin, 87, died Thursday, October 19, 2006, at Alterra Sterling House, Great Bend, Kansas. He was born September 13, 1919, at Stockton, Kansas, the son of Ralph and Emily Pacak Griffin. He married Mary at Pleasanton, Kansas, who died in 1979. He married Jewell Murphy Finley in Warsaw, who died May 27, 1994. He worked for Kansas City Power and Light Company. He was a veteran of World War II serving with the United States Army. He was a resident of Great Bend since 2001, coming from Yuma, Arizona. He is survived by his sister Ruth Marshall, Great Bend, Kansas; two stepsons, William A. Finley, Shawnee, Kansas, and Michael Finley, Overland Park, Kansas; his nephew Paul Marshall, Great Bend, Kansas. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Lee Griffin and Harry Griffin. Burial was in Sunset Vista Cemetery, Yuma, Arizona.

GRIFFIN, Lillie V. CAMPBELL
b: Sep 14 1917, Zora, Benton Co, MO
d: Jan 4 1997, Stover, Morgan Co, MO
bur: Double Branch Cemetery, near Butler, Bates Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lillie V. Griffin, 79, formerly of Clinton, died Saturday, January 4, 1997, at the Golden Age Nursing Home, Stover. Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 7, at the Anderson Funeral Home, Clinton. Burial will be in the Double Branch Cemetery near Butler. Mrs. Griffin was September 14, 1917, in Zora, the daughter of Marida Adnorm and Sarah "Sally" Brooks Campbell. She was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton, and the Clinton Chapter 73 Order of Eastern Star. She was married to Harry Griffin and together they owned and operated Griffin's Marina at Osceola. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two brothers and three sisters. She is survived by two daughters, Janet Mansfield, Clinton, and Patricia Keeton, Kansas City; one sister Nova Hall, Tightwad; eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

GRIFFIN, Mary Elizabeth HALL
b: Feb 2 1913, Humansville, Polk Co, MO
d: Nov 11 1991, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Antioch Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mary Elizabeth Griffin, daughter of the late Ella and Wiley Calvin Hall, was born February 2, 1913, in Humansville. She died November 11, 1991, at 10:58 a.m. at Lakeside Hospital in Kansas City. She resided in Kansas City and was united in marriage to Lee Edward Griffin in 1936 and to this union one son, Kenneth Linburg, was born. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her son, four sisters and one brother. She joined Second Baptist Church of this city when she was a very young girl and attended services with her mother before moving to Kansas City. Two nieces, Frankie Wingfield and Beulah Buford, were at her bedside when she passed away. She leaves to mourn her passing one brother, Kenneth W. Hall, Clinton; one sister-in-law, Mrs. Bobbie Hall, Clinton; one very devoted niece, Frankie Wingfield of Kansas City, as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Funeral services were held Thursday, November 14, at the Second Baptist Church in Clinton. Burial was held at the Antioch Cemetery, Clinton.

GRIFFIN, Nina KINCADE
b: 1910
d: 2001
bur: Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Trenton, Grundy Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 13 2001 - Mrs. Nina Griffin, 91, Clinton, died Wednesday afternoon, July 11, 2001, at the Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 14, at the Resthaven Mortuary at Trenton. Burial will be in the Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Trenton. She was born on March 4, east of Spickard, the daughter of Lee and Lucrert Mantlo Kincade. She married Wilbur P. Griffin December 22, 1927. He died May 30, 1986. She moved to Clinton in May 2000. She was a member of the Modena Baptist Church, the Rebecca Lodge #50, the Order of the Eastern Star #275 and a former member of the White Shrine. She is survived by a son, Billy W. Griffin and his wife, Nancy, Clinton; a brother, Clifford E. Kincade and his wife, Wanetha of Chillicothe, Illinois, and a grandson, B. W. Griffin, Jr., and his wife, Nancy, Topeka, Kansas. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Carl and Clint Kincade, and three sisters Frances Norris, Lea Allsup and Nada Frisbie.

GRIFFIS, Jess W.
b: Oct 13 1922
d: Aug 28 1991, Corpus Christi, TX
arr: Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Jess W. Griffis, Corpus Christi, Texas, formerly of Warrensburg, died Wednesday, August 28, at a Corpus Christi hospital. Griffis formerly owned Red Carpet Travel and was involved in real estate. He had a Red Carpet Travel Service Office in Clinton and was a member of the Clinton Rotary Club.

GRIFFITH, Alexander B.
b: Sep 8 1819, Alleghany Co, VA
d: Oct 12 1902, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Drakes Chapel Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Oct 18 1902 - The sunset of life came to Alexander B. Griffith at the home of his youngest daughter, Mrs. G. V. Berry, at 9:30 p.m. Sunday from general debility and the disease attendant upon old age. He only took to his bed Tuesday, October 7, and his sufferings were severe until unconsciousness came, which lasted 30 yours before the spirit took its flight, leaving a smile upon his countenance so sweet just to look upon it was a benediction. His work was all done. His wife is content in her sorrow - just a little longer shall we labor, love and wait. The 5th of this December would have been their Golden anniversary. Bose Garth, who came to pay his last respects to his departed friend, remembered and was present at their wedding, which occurred at the home of the bride's father, David R. Drake, near Lewis Station, Dec. 5, 1852. Margaret Drake was the bride and the only other witness in the county now living is Mrs. Dr. Royston of Huntingdale. Drake's Chapel was named for the bride's father, who gave forty acres of ground to the church for a camp ground. Mr. Griffith was born in Allegheny County, Va. September 8, 11819 and came to Cass County at the age of 20, where he eventually built the town of Dayton. Most of his life was spent in the mercantile business and he was unusually successful. In 1849, he went to California, where success, as usual, crowned his efforts and he returned home three years later, married and purchased 1000 acres near Lewis Station and erected the first house about the year 1868. His was a naturally bright mind, cultivated by travel and rich experience. He had been in nearly every state of the Union, was in the Mexican War and fought four years in the South with the boys in gray and was quartermaster under Gen. Rains. His wife and daughters said of him, he never had a sorrow, his disposition was all sunshine. He was charitable to the poor and always ready with a merry jest and joke. He was postmaster at Creighton, under Cleveland's administration. His profession of Christianity took place at Drake's Chapel 30 years ago. The only deaths that occurred in his family previous to his was that of his daughter, Mrs. G. W. Bates at Lexington and one little grandchild. Twenty-seven grandchildren are living. The surviving children are Dr. D. R. Griffith, Manila, Arkansas; Dr. C. E. Griffith, Windsor; Mrs. Sallie Davidson, Stowell, Texas; Dr. J. K. Griffith, Manila, Arkansas; Mrs. G. V. Berry, Clinton. Mr. and Mrs. Griffith have been the past year with their sons at Manila but foreseeing the end and wishing to breathe his last amid the old familiar scenes and have his tired old body rest at his beloved chapel, they arrived in Clinton two weeks ago and the last chapter of a wonderfully eventful life is closed. The funeral was under the auspices of the Masonic order. Jack Thornton of Clinton and Col. A. M. Tutt, now deceased, initiated him in this order, in what was then known as Tebo lodge, which consisted of between 70 and 80 members.

GRIFFITH, Dale E.
b: Feb 28 1941, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 6 2007, Urich, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 9 2007 - Dale E. Griffith, 65, of Urich, Missouri, died early Saturday morning, January 6, 2007, at his home. He was born February 28, 1941, in Windsor, Mo., the youngest son of Horace Frederick Griffith and Veva Faye (Oakes) Griffith. On July 8, 1960, in Warsaw, Mo., he married Donna Kay Clark who survives of the home. Dale grew up in the Roseland community in rural Henry County, Mo., and attended schools in both Roseland and Windsor. He was baptized in 1952. He worked for Hilty Quarries for many years before going to work for the Bates County Road District where he worked for 15 years. He then went to work for the Cass County Road District for 15 years, retiring in May of 2003. Deer and turkey hunting, along with fly fishing for trout at state parks, were things he enjoyed but he got the most enjoyment from crappie fishing. In addition to his wife Donna, survivors include four daughters, Teresa Base and her husband Loren, Warsaw, Mo.; Sheila Kreisel and her husband David, Cole Camp, Mo.; Jacqueline Davis and her husband Kevin, Kansas City, Mo.; and Diana Ferguson, Basehor, Kansas; a brother, Harlest Griffith and his wife Vera, Roseland, Mo.; four sister-in-laws, Ruth Griffith, Windsor, Mo., Pat Greer, Clinton, Mo., Dolores King and her husband Jerry, Smithton, Mo., and Sherry Clark and her life partner, Robin Jones, Tampa, Florida; nine grandchildren, Joshua Schultz, Lee’s Summit, Mo.; Pamelia Collins, Quincy, Mo.; Kori Base, Warsaw, Mo.; Jessica Bittner, Cole Camp.; Mo., Emma Kreisel, Cole Camp, Mo.; Amanda Rotert, Kansas City, Mo.; Jonathan Rotert, Montrose, Mo.; and Cody Ferguson and Rebekah Ferguson, both of Basehor, Ks.; and six great-grandchildren, Josephine and Clayton Bittner; Parker and Bridger Collins; Kaden Wattenburger, and a great-grandchild soon to be born, Hunter Dale Schultz and several nieces and nephews that were all very special to him and a host of friends. Dale was preceded in death by a brother, D. P. Griffith, two nephews, Donny and Brian Griffith and a great-nephew, Marcus Faler.

GRIFFITH, Donny Paul "D.P." Sr.
b: Oct 9 1929, near Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 13 2003, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 17 2003 - Donny Paul "D.P." Griffith, Windsor, died Thursday evening, November 13, 2003, at his home in Windsor. He was born October 9, 1929, in Henry County, near Calhoun, the son of Horace Frederick Griffith and Veva Faye (Oakes) Griffith. On March 19, 1950, at John and Florence Pattison's home in Windsor, he married Ruth Mildred Rains, who survives of the home. He co-owned and operated with his father and brother a coal mine near the Thrush area south of Windsor for several years and also worked for a short period of time as a chicken sexer at a hatchery in Warsaw. He spent most of his working life as a truck driver, hauling a variety of material from gravel to rabbits. He also drove a truck for the former Windsor Ready-Mix Concrete Company in Windsor for several years. In addition to his wife, survivors include a son, Mark Griffith. Lebanon; two daughters. Connie Griffith, Lake Lotawana, and Cherie Tibbetts and her husband Troy. Windsor; a granddaughter, Tiffany Griffith. Lebanon; two brothers, Harlest Griffith, Calhoun, and Dale Griffith, Urich, and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by two sons, Donny Paul Griffith. Jr., July 27, 1986, and Brian Oakes Griffith, August 24, 1994. Funeral services were Sunday, November 16, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Roseland.

GRIFFITH, Eunice M. STREETER
b: Sep 17 1921, Lansing, MI
d: Dec 3 1991, near Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
bur: Shawnee Cemetery, Warsaw, Benton Co, MO
arr: Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Eunice M. Griffith, age 70, passed away Tuesday morning, December 3, 1991, at her home near Warsaw. She was born in Lansing, Michigan on September 17, 1921, the daughter of Floyd and Ethel Echomb Streeter. She graduated from high school in Hays, Kansas and attended Fort Hays State College. In 1942 she was united in marriage to Roy W. Griffith at Hayes, Kansas. Following their marriage they made their home in Hays for 20 years until they moved to Warsaw in 1975. In 1978 they moved to Sedalia and made their home until returning to Warsaw in 1988. She attended the Episcopal Church of Hayes, Kansas. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of V.F.W. Post #2591 of Sedalia. She is survived by her husband Roy of the home; one son, Roy W. Griffith III, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; one daughter, Florence L. Heath, Ivins, Utah and 7 grandchildren. Funeral services for Eunice M. Griffith were held at Reser Funeral Chapel on Friday, December 6, 1991. Burial was in Shawnee Cemetery.

GRIFFITH, Margaret S. DRAKE
b: 1831, Howard Co, MO
d: Oct 3 1909, Randlette, OK
bur: Drakes Chapel Cemetery, Deer Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Margaret S. Griffith died Oct. 3, 1909 at the home of a son Dr. J. K. Griffith, at Randlette, Oklahoma after a brief illness with pneumonia. She was born 1831 in Howard county and moved to this county with her parents in 1836. Her father, Judge Daniel R. Drake, settled near what is now Lewis Station. Drake's campground will be remembered with great pleasure by many pioneer church goers. It was a part of his farm and was given by him to build the present church of Drake's chapel. She was the youngest and last of 13 children. She was buried at Drake's chapel.

GRIFFITH, Mary Ellen SHIELDS
b: Apr 11 1861, New Albany, IN
d: Jul 9 1906, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Jul 14 1906 - The death of Mrs. G. W. Griffith occurred at her home four miles northeast of Clinton Monday, July 9. She was 45, just at the meridian of a happy, useful life crowned with life's choicest blessings. A loving husband and five devoted children, who were in the home still - Mary Ellen, Walter, Nora, Angie and Nannie. This was the first break in the family circle. Born in New Albany, Ind., April 11, 1861 and married G. W. Griffith August 27, 1880. A member of the Baptist Church at Quarles and her grave was literally buried in beautiful flowers, with the procession of mourners probably the longest ever witnessed in the county.

GRIFFITH, Nona Mae
b: Jan 16 1907, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 26 1997, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Nona Mae Griffith, 90, died Sunday, January 26, 1997, at the Westwood Nursing Center, Clinton. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 28, at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. Nona Mae Griffith, daughter of Jobe and Halcyon Smith Griffith, was born January 16, 1907, in the Golden Gate Community in Henry County. She graduated from the Lima School, southwest of Clinton, and spent most of her adult life in Kansas City, where she worked as a cook and waitress in several diners and also worked for some time at the Snappy Cleaning shop. She moved to Clinton in her early 50's where she worked at Elite Cleaners and the Deluxe Cafe. She enjoyed attending the Wednesday evening auctions and was known for taking care of her friends by driving them to doctor's appointments and shopping. She ended her working career in Clinton as a caregiver living with and taking care of the elderly in their own homes. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Beulah Irene Seaton. She is survived by her nephew, Ray Seaton, and his wife, Judy, of Clinton; her great-nephew, Robbie Seaton of Clinton; her great-niece, Ronda Seaton, Columbia; several cousins and friends and her beloved dog, Sissy.

GRIFFITT, Helen M. ALBIN
b: Sep 14 1918
d: Apr 3 2005, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 5 2005 - Helen Griffitt, 86, Clinton, died Sunday, April 3, 2005, in her home. She was born September 14, 1918, the daughter of Sterling and Ina Mae Albin. She was married to the late Fred Griffitt, who died May 10, 1994. Survivors include one son Donnie Wayne Griffitt and wife Rebecca; daughter-in-law Barbara Griffitt; grandchildren, Christian, Lora, Don Don, Theresa and husband Mark, Donnie, Randy, Lonnie and fiancee Carol Allee, Connie and husband Jeff, Gene and wife Debbie, Kristy and husband Gary, Buster and wife Linda, Biana and Carla and husband Pat; great-grandchildren, Miranda, Krista, Matthew, Michelle, Fred, Jesse, Chelsee, Taylor, Abbie, Jessica, Gracie, Lilli, Blake, Kim, Bill, Justin, Mikey, James, David and Josh; great-great-grandchildren, Precious, Allison, Destiny, Thomas, Gretchen and Bradly. She is preceded in death by her husband Fred; one son Sonny; two daughters, Lora May and Roberta. She worked at Kimball's Locker in Clinton and farmed all her life. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 6, at Sickman-Dunning Funeral Home. Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery.

GRIGGS, Carl Luther "Chief GreyOwl"
b: Jul 1 1925, El Dorado, Butler Co, KS
d: Apr 16 2005, Liberty, Clay Co, MO
bur: Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 3 2005 - Carl Luther Griggs was born July 1, 1925, in Eldorado, Kansas, son of John Huey and Elva E. Jones Griggs. He died April 16 2005, at Liberty Memorial Hospital in Liberty. Carl served in the United States Navy in the Pacific Theatre, as well as in the African Campaign. He was aboard the USS Gene Bart in Africa and later trained and served as a member of a U.D.T. team in the Pacific Theatre. He was discharged in 1945, but reenlisted for three more years. After returning home Carl and his wife Jean moved to California where they resided for 28 years before retiring. Carl was in the retail furniture business and worked with his sons and it became a successful family business. Upon retirement Carl decided to devote his time to his Native American Heritage and became Chief of the Northern Cherokee Nation of Missouri and Arkansas. He was Chief up to the time of his death. Carl had many goals for the Cherokee People, some he met, and some he didn't. One of the goals that was not met, but was first on his priority was to open a museum for the Cherokee People. to see that this goal is met the Griggs family is going to donate many of chief GreyOwl's personal items to that cause and this will be the beginning of the museum for the Cherokee People, in his honor. He was very loving and compassionate man and a man who was proud of his Native American heritage. Chief GreyOwl Griggs will be remembered as the pillar of strength for the Griggs family and the Northern Cherokee People. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Jean, of the home; his sons, Carl D. Griggs and wife Debbie, Liberty, Gary L. Griggs and wife Annette, Lee's Summit, Gregory G. Griggs and wife Gloria, Clovis, California, Randall J. Griggs and Susan, San Ramone, California, Steven M. Griggs and wife Thuc, Euless, Texas, Johnny D. Griggs and wife Anna, Blue Springs; five brothers, Charles R. Griggs, Holden, Donald M. Griggs, Hanford, California, Jerry Griggs, Edgerton, Larry Griggs, Kansas City, Jack Griggs, Delano, California; three sisters, Mary Stanton, Kansas City, Elva Belz, Independence, Dolly Dean, Grove Beach, California; 19 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren, with one expected in May. Funeral services were held April 20 at Consalus Funeral Home. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery.

GRIGGS, E.
b: n/a
d: Jan 22 1910, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jan 1910 - Died - E. Griggs, an aged and respected citizen, at his home on Bodine Avenue January 22. Met with an accident on the square several weeks ago that broke his hip. Leaves an invalid wife. Burial in Bethlehem.

GRIGGS, Ella Cornelia
b: Dec 28 1877, El Dorado, Butler Co, KS
d: Sep 4 1896, 2.5 mi SE of Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Bethlehem Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Sep 19 1896 - Died September 4 at her home 2 and 1/2 miles southeast of Clinton, Miss Ella Cornelia Griggs, of typhoid fever, after an illness of 1 month and 2 days. Born Dec. 28, 1877 in Eldorado, Butler county, Kansas. The family, with the exception of one sister, Mrs. Lennia Anderson, who lives in Decatur county, Kansas, were gathered at her bedside when she breather her last. Also one was present who was as dear to her as any member of the family and to whom the parting was sad indeed, leaving the prospects of a happy future as a blank. She was laid to rest in Bethlehem cemetery. Ella was a sweet girl of 18 and leaves a father, mother, three brothers and two sisters to mourn her loss. Sad indeed were her friends who gathered about her coffin as it was lowered into the grave. As her mother turned from the grave, she said "Poor Ella, left alone! Another flower snatched from mother's heart."

GRIGGS, Emma McVEY
b: Oct 24 1858, Delaware Co, IA
d: Jun 12 1915, Garden City, Finney Co, KS
bur: Garden City Cemetery, Garden City, Finney Co, KS
Clinton MO - Emma McVey was born in Delaware county, Iowa, October 24, 1858, and died in Garden City, Kansas, June 12, 1915, aged 56 years, 7 months and 19 days. At the age of 7 years she came to Missouri with her parents, and settled on a farm 4 miles northwest of Clinton, where she grew to womanhood. On January 4th, 1882, she was married to M. F. Griggs. In August of the same year they moved to Garden City, Kansas, and made their home until the spring of 1906, when they moved to Eugene, Oregon, where they had made their home ever since. Mr. and Mrs. Griggs were called to Garden City, Kansas, June 1st, by the death of his mother, where Mrs. Griggs was stricken with paralysis while taking 6 o'clock dinner with friends, June 11th, and died at 11:30 p.m. Saturday, June 12, 1915. The funeral was at the home of Everett Griggs, a brother of M. F. Griggs, Monday, June 14th, after which interment was made at the Garden City cemetery. She leaves a husband, one brother, Alfred McVey, of Monatana, two sisters, Mrs. T. J. Crissman, of Urich, and Mrs. Mabel Leslie, of California, and a host of other relatives and friends to mourn their loss.

GRIGGS, Mildred D. CAMPBELL
b: Sep 21 1908, near Coal, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 20 2001, 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, Jul 2 2001 - Mildred Campbell Griggs, the only child of Edward B. Campbell and Mary Ellen Deatherage Campbell, was born September 21, 1908, near Coal. She died at her home in Clinton on June 20, 2001, at the age of 92 years. When Mildred was five-years-old, her mother died and she was raised by her maternal grandparents. She attended a rural Henry County School for her elementary schooling and graduated from Clinton High School in 1928 as valedictorian of her class. While a senior in high school, she worked after school and on Saturdays in the Probate Office. After graduation she became deputy clerk and later clerk of this court. Mary 18, 1930, she married W. E. (Gene) Griggs, who preceded her in death February 25, 1976. Mildred was a member of the Clinton Methodist Church since 1930, serving her church in many different capacities. She was a member of the Poly Credo Bible Club for 20 years and leader of this club for 10 years. She also led the Junior Poly Credo Club for years. She was the clerk of the Henry County Selective Service Board during World War II, a Red Cross volunteer for 35 years and a Gray Lady for 10 years. She liked to read, cook, sew and do hand work, making handmade gifts for family and friends. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Thelma Farris; a niece, Mrs. C. T. Luker, all of Springfield, Illinois, and another nephew, W. E. Farris of Tulsa, Oklahoma, as well as 15 great-nieces and nephews and 32 great-great-nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the Clinton United Methodist Church on Monday, June 25. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery.

GRIGGS, Sarah E. "Sallie" VANVACTER
b: Jan 10 1848, Loudon Co, VA
d: Mar 14 1891
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye - Died, Mrs. J. O. Griggs. Her maiden name was Sallie E. Vanvacter; bourn in Loudon county, Va., 10th day of January, 1858, aged 54 years. Married March 25, 1874 in Paris Mo., coming to Clinton that year. She leaves three children - Sallie S., Maude Owen and Willie Henry. Mrs. Griggs had been a member of the Southern Methodist Church since early childhood. Her death was very sudden, as she was sick only a few days from Monday until Saturday night at 10:30. Joseph H. Vanvacter, her brother, arrived Sunday from Mexico and funeral was Monday at the Southern Methodist church. Burial in Englewood. (Note: Cemetery records give birth date as Jan 10 1848 and age 43Y 2M 8D)

GRIGSBY, Sarah WHITE
b: Jan 25 1837, Licking Co, OH
d: Mar 2 1900, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
bur: Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Mar 17 1900 - Mrs. Sarah Grigsby, nee White, died at her home in Bear Creek township March 2, 1900. "Aunt Sallie" was born in Muskingom, Ohio January 25, 1837 married to Alfred Grigsby January 16, 1852; came to this county in 1870. She joined the M. E. church, south, in 1859 while living in Ohio and united with the same church at Bear Creek. There is no doubt but what she is now safe in the blood-washing throng whose robes are whiter than snow. In her home, she was a most pleasant woman and the caller, whether neighbor or stranger, was soon made to feel at home and tho it was humble, it was richer in sunshine than the home of a king. Her life was a fountain of hope and overflowed to brighten the pathway of all who came within her sphere. She leaves a husband and four children to mourn the greatest loss one can known in this life. The aged husband is heart broken, to him she has not grown older but has ever remained the beautiful bride whom he led to the altar 48 years ago; nearly half a century she has been at his side, his joy, his life, his all.

GRIMES, Arthur
b: abt 1936
d: Jan 10 2008, Nodaway, Andrew Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 11 2008 - Arthur Grimes, 72, Nodaway, died Thursday, January 10, 2008, at his home. Graveside services will be Monday, January 14, at Forest City. Among survivors is his brother, Dale Grimes, Clinton.

GRIMES, Bert
b: May 29 1877, Parke Co, IN
d: May 16 1922, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Bert Grimes drowned. His body was found by an Evans and Dukes boys near the Katy Grand River bridge Tuesday morning, when they were fishing. They noticed an object in among the willows, which looked like the body of a man, and notified Sheriff Glen Runner immediately, who with Deputy Sheriff W. T. Runner and Coroner Dr. W. R. Campbell, went to the scene at once, finding the body face downward with his feet next to the bank. As the river was very deep here, it was with great difficulty that they got him out, and then did not recognize him. Undertakers Sims & Wilkinson were called, who brought the body to their undertaking rooms. The body and features had swollen so that it was impossible to tell who he was. Bert Grimes had been missing from home since May 11th at 8:30 p.m., so as soon as it became known that a body had been found, it was thought it was possible that it was he. At first even those who knew him best could not identify him, but he finally was, by an injured finger, his ears, that had been partly frozen at one time, an injured foot, and by his clothing. He had been in poor health for five years, and had become despondent. Lately he had been saying that he was going to Hot Springs, Arkansas, and was not going to pay his way, as work had been scarce this winter. He talked with his wife and mother that night before leaving home, but did not tell them where he was going. They told him to draw the money from the bank and go on the train if he should decide to go and let them know when he went. He said he would write them right away if he went, but never told them if he was going that night. As he often stayed at the poultry house at night they were not alarmed when he did not return, and even since then they thought he had decided to go and were hoping for a letter. It is thought that he could have boarded a train and fallen off, or could have in his downcast mood, walked out the track and fallen in the river. There were no signs of violence on his body. The coroners' inquest was held at 4 p.m. Tuesday, and returned the following verdict: "We the jury find that Bert Grimes came to his death by drowning, cause unknown." Deceased was born in Park County, Indiana, May 29, 1877. At the age of 14, he came to Clinton with his parents, which had been his home since. He was for years a bridge builder, but ever since the Armour & Co. plant was opened seven years ago, he had been employed there as a box maker. He was married May 21, 1921, to Miss Maggie Daniels. This devoted wife survives, also his mother Mrs. L. F. Grimes; his grandmother, Mrs. Ann King; one brother Arthur of Clinton; two sisters, Mrs. Stella Short of Kansas City, and Mrs. Gertrude Ware of southern California. His sister Mrs. Stella Short and his uncle, Warner King of Nottowo, Texas, returned the first of this week having been called here by the serious illness of Mrs. Ann King. Deceased was a member of the W.O.W. He was most devoted to his wife, mother and grandmother. He had most tenderly cared for this dear mother and grandmother since a small lad, providing with every comfort that was in his power to give. He was a faithful worker. All deeply sympathize with his family, on whom his death falls so heavily. The funeral services were conducted at Englewood on Wednesday, after which his body was laid to rest.

GRIMES, Charles Arthur
b: Jan 8 1876, near Atherton, Park Co, IN
d: Aug 11 1938, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Wilkinson Funeral Home, Clinton, MO (Historical)
Clinton MO - Arthur Grimes dies. Death brought release from suffering to Mr. Grimes August 11, 1938, at his home at 200 North Carter street. He had been in failing health the past several months, and was bedfast nearly four years following a paralytic stroke. His wife was with him at 9:15 that night to ask if he wanted anything and when he did not, busied herself in another part of the house. She returned to the bedroom at 9:30 and found that death had quietly entered and freed the spirit from its earthly bondage. Mr. Grimes was a patient sufferer; uncomplaining; appreciative of the loving care given by his devoted wife and children. Charles Arthur Grimes was born January 8, 1876, near Atherton, Park County, Ind., and when 13 years old, came to Clinton with his parents. After the death of his father five years later, he helped support his mother, brother and two sisters, becoming employed at the old pottery, soon after it was established in Clinton. March 16, 1903, he was married to Miss Mary Emma Winkler of Hartwell and to this union were given five children, four of whom survive to comfort their mother and are, Miss Viola and William of the home, Mrs. Lonnie Scott near Mt. Zion, and Orville Grimes, 728 East Franklin Street. He is also survived by a sister Mrs. Stella Short, who could not attend because of ill health, and two grandchildren, Orville Jr., and Mary Virginia Grimes. Mr. Grimes was engine hostler a number of years on what was formerly called the "Leaky Roof" railroad, owned by the K.C.C. & S., and later absorbed by the Frisco. When stricken by paralysis, September 26, 1934, which left him helpless, Mr. Grimes was working at Armour & Company. He was a valued employee, upright in his dealings with others, a kind father and loving husband. His comfort was uppermost in the minds and hearts of his loved ones, who surrounded him with a wealth of devotion, assisted by others. A sister-in-law Mrs. Clara B. Grimes of Kansas City, who held her brother-in-law in high esteem, arrived Friday to be with the family and for the last rites. Funeral services were conducted Saturday at the Wilkinson Funeral Home who had charge of the burial at Englewood.

GRIMES, Clyde LeRoy
b: Feb 21 1915, Blue Jacket, OK
d: Nov 5 1994, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Osceola Cemetery, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Clyde LeRoy Grimes, son of the late Robert E. Lee Grimes and Lydia Ann Grimes, was born in Blue Jacket, Oklahoma, February 21, 1915, and died November 5 1994, at the Sac Osage hospital in Osceola, being 79 years and eight months old. He and his family came to Osceola in a covered wagon when he was two years old, making Osceola his home until his death. He accepted Christ at the age of 14 years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Osceola at the time of his death. He also served as Sunday school superintendent for several years and also served as a trustee. He graduated from Osceola High School. Starting his carpenter career in 1942, he worked for Macdonald Construction Co. at Camp Crowder in Neosho, later working for the same company at Topeka, Kansas, and Salina, Kansas. On August 31, 1940, he was united in marriage to Marsha Adeline Wingfield, daughter of the late Russell and Edith Wingfield of Osceola. On July 27, 1948, a daughter, Marsha Ann was born to this union. He served 36 months in the United States Army, 812 Chemical Co. air operations as technician 5th grade. He was awarded 2 bronze service stars for campaigns in Rome, also he received a good conduct medal. He was issued a Lapel button and entitled to wear Asiatic, Pacific Theatre campaign ribbon, European, African, Middle eastern Theatre campaign ribbon, three overseas service bars, and Victory ribbon. Being discharged November 23, 1945, he returned home and he and his wife, Marsha, started the C. L. Grimes Building Contractor business. He built the first hospital and clinic in Osceola, also building a number of beautiful homes in and around Osceola and different towns. He also remodeled the old Gold Mine Hotel in Creed, Colorado, that Jesse James and his gang rode through and destroyed. In later years he was the government inspector for the Osceola Housing Authority working there 12 years until he retired. He was known for his honesty and craftsmanship. He was a kind, loving husband, father, grandfather and uncle. He leaves to mourn his passing, his wife, Marsha of the home; daughter, Marsha Ann and husband, Gene Heidler; two granddaughters, April Heidler, Chrystal and husband, William Ingram; one great-granddaughter, Whitney Ingram, and great-grandson, Christopher Ingram; a niece, Gale Adams, who was very dear to him, and her husband, Gene; two great-nieces, Robin Scrutchfield, and husband, Darell and Tamela Scrivner and husband, Brad; three great-grand-nephews, Branden and Tanner Scrivner and Jarrod Schwartz; great-great-niece. Halley Scrivner; one brother, Raymond and wife, Maxine Grimes; four nephews, Edd and Mike Grimes, Bill and Bob Grimes; sister-in-law and husband, Dale and Margie Taylor. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral services were Sunday, November 6, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial was in Osceola Cemetery.

GRIMES, Delores J. CHENOWETH
b: Jan 1 1946
d: Aug 23 2001
bur: White Oak Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 24 2001 - Delores J. (Chenoweth) Grimes, 55, Belton, died Thursday, August 23, 2001. Funeral services will be Sunday, August 26, at Cullen Funeral Home. Graveside services will be Sunday at White Oak Cemetery, Urich. She is survived by her husband, Wayne, of the home; sons, William and Darrin Chenoweth of Belton; mother and step-father, Lela and Virgil Barnett, Clinton; sisters, Maryilyn Sloan, Urich, and Joy Ford, Lee's Summit; step-children, Joyce Melton, Edmunds, Oklahoma, Tami and April Grimes, Mesa, Arizona; six grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

GRIMES, Donna M. QUICK WASMUTH
b: Sep 30 1916, Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 16 1994, San Diego, San Diego Co, CA
bur: Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Donna Wasmuth Grimes, 78, San Diego, California, died November 16, 1994. Graveside services and burial will be Wednesday, November 30, in the Blairstown Cemetery. Mrs. Grimes was born September 30, 1916, in Blairstown, the daughter of Mellie and Neal Quick. She moved with her parents to Lenexa, Kansas, and attended grade school and high school there. She was married to Jack Wasmuth and lived in Kansas City until his death. She then moved to San Diego, California. Mrs. Grimes worked as a bookkeeper all her life. She attended the Redeemer Lutheran Church in San Diego.

GRIMES, James Adkins "Jimmie"
b: Apr 8 1917, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 17 1997, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Jimmie A. Grimes, 80, died Thursday, July 17, 1997, at Sac-Osage Hospital in Osceola. He was born April 8, 1917, in Clinton, the son of Charles L. and Mildred Adkins Grimes. Jimmie loved his family, especially his mother, who devoted many hours to their "special" child. He loved music and as a child he played drums, later had many records, then tapes. The nursing home kept music playing for him constantly. He is survived by one brother, Robert Grimes and wife, Helen Elizabeth, Prairie Village, Kansas; two nephews, Mark Grimes and family of Edmond, Oklahoma, Robert Grimes, Jr. of Wichita, Kansas; one niece, Lynne Grimes of Kansas City, and three cousins, Frances Chrisman and Henry Adkins, both of Clinton, and June Ritzen, St. Louis. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, 1st Lt. Charles L. Grimes, Jr. Graveside services were held Saturday, July 19, in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

GRIMES, James Terrel "Jimmie"
b: Oct 25 1866, Moberly, Randolph Co, MO
d: Jul 2 1910, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jul 9 1910 - James Terrel Grimes died July 2, at 2:50 p.m. at his home on North Main street, bidding farewell to the fading flories and splendors of this earth. He was 43 and his time was all too short among use. Born in Moberly on October 25, 1866 and spent his entire life there except the fourteen or fifteen years, happy ones, in Clinton. Married to Dora Mae Elsea in Moberly and she was called to "come up higher" just nine months to the very day and almost to the very hour of his going away. Two children - a son Charles now just 21, and Ada 16, so tenderly loved by all. Brother Jimmy is survived by a dear old tender hearted mother; a brother Arthur, and his faithful devoted sisters, Mrs. J. W. Thaxton, Mrs. Omer Martin, Mrs. Joe Garrett and Miss Minta. Like Mary and Martha of old, they mourn the going away of their dear brother. He built a good home on North Main Street and numbered his friends by his acquaintances. Many a man, on a cold wintry day, has been attracted by the cheerful fire of his great base burned, has knocked on the door and was warmed by the fire and his genial hospitality. In poor health for two years and consulted physicians in Clinton, Moberly and St. Louis. His body was frail and disease and suffering had settled on his frame and he spent weary days and sleepless nights and lonely silent hours we know so little about because he was brave and told it not. But Jimmy Grimes never gave up, never peddled his troubles and was calm and cool to the end and his only regret in going away was that he was so much needed for the good of his children.

GRIMES, Leanah Frances KING
b: Aug 27 1857, Indiana
d: Oct 20 1936, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery GA-GU, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. L. F. Grimes, who had been ill the past two years, grew worse Saturday with an intestinal disorder and was called Home at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday. She had been beautifully cared for the past twelve years by her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Clara Grimes, who since the death of her husband Charles, had made her home with his mother. The sincere and true devotion between Mrs. Grimes and her son's wife proved a blessing to them both, for mutual care and understanding enriched these years together which were a true lesson in unselfish loyalty. Leanah Frances King was born August 27, 1857 in Indiana, the daughter of pioneer residents of Kentucky. In her Indiana home she grew to womanhood and February 18, 1875, became the wife of Charles Clifford Grimes, who preceded his wife in death in 1894. Mr. and Mrs. Grimes first came to Clinton from Illinois in 1885. They were here but a short time, then moved to Nebraska, then to Indiana, on to Illinois and again to Clinton January 30, 1889, which remained her home. Mr. Grimes followed the carpenter trade. They had four children, Bert and Gertie, who are deceased; Charles Arthur of Clinton, now an invalid, and Mrs. Stella Short of Chicago, Ill. Mrs. Grimes is also survived by six grandchildren, Orville, William and Viola Grimes of Clinton, Lena Marie Grimes of Kansas City, Mrs. Myrtle Kugler of Chicago and Frances Grimes of Fresno, Calif. Five great grandchildren also survive her. Into the long life span of Mrs. Grimes was written splendid examples of high courage, industry and patience. She was a member of the Christian church, belonging some thirty years. She was very active and her garden, which she tended herself, was always productive of fine vegetables and beautiful flowers which she greatly loved. She raised chickens too, and took pride in her thrift. She loved pretty things and liked to sew, quilting a great part of her time. The last quilt she made was a wedding ring pattern for Mrs. Clara Grimes. She was also a great reader and was never at a loss in discussing any subject with any person who might stop to see her. Brave and courageous, she had a happy spirit that shed hope and good cheer upon all who were in trouble and throughout her years of illness she was patient and uncomplaining, keeping her interest in all things that touched her life up to the end. Hers was a many sided life of unusual worth and goodness. The funeral will be held Thursday at the home and the body laid to rest in Englewood beside her husband and parents.

GRIMES, Marsha Ann
b: Aug 8 1920
d: Nov 8 2002, Pryor, OK
bur: Osceola Cemetery, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 8 2003 - Marsha Ann Grimes, 82, Pryor, Oklahoma, formerly of Osceola, died Friday, November 8, 2002, in the Meyers County Medical Center in Pryor, Oklahoma. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 12, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel. Osceola. Burial will be in the Osceola Cemetery.

GRIMES, Mrs. J. T.
b: n/a
d: Oct 2 1909
Clinton MO, Oct 9 1909 - Death of Mrs. J. T. Grimes - It is with deep sorrow we print the above headline. One of Clinton's happiest homes has been devastated. About two years ago a serious nerve trouble made Mrs. Grimes helpless and caused her to be placed in the hospital for the best medical help possible but a higher power than ours had taken to Himself. Mrs. Grimes breathed her last at 5 p.m. Saturday, October 2. Mr. Grimes, her mother Mrs. Elsea, Monk Evans and Miss Anna Henry accompanied the remains to Moberly. Mrs. Grimes was the kindest of neighbors, always good to the needy, a tender wife and mother, a member of the South Methodist Church and Eastern Star. The neighbors sent a beautiful floral anchor by Mrs. Will Jarvis, who left for Moberly Sunday evening. The elks sent a floral pillow and the Fristo employees a wreath. The Eastern Star telephoned and had flowers furnished from the Moberly Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. Grimes had lived in Clinton nearly 15 years and had a beautiful home on North Main street. Two children, Charley the eldest, just about grown, and a daughter Adda, just 15, survive her.

GRIMES, Roy Albert
b: Aug 17 1915
d: Aug 8 2000, Butler, Bates Co, MO
bur: Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Bates Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Aug 10 2000 - Roy Albert Grimes, 84, Butler, died August 8, 2000, in Butler. Funeral services will be Saturday at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel, Butler. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Mr. Grimes is survived by his wife Helen Grimes of Butler; three daughters, Connie Russell of Grapevine, Texas, Gail McCammon and husband Rodney, Butler, and Cheryl Cumpton and husband Leon, Sedalia; one brother Don Grimes and wife Norma, Butler; one sister Hazel Dickerson of Butler; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

GRIMES, Ruth Maxine COX
b: Aug 7 1922, Virginia, Bates Co, MO
d: Aug 13 2007, Urich, Henry Co, MO
bur: Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Bates Co, MO
arr: Underwood-Steinbeck-Brandtonies Funeral Home, Butler, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 15 2007 - Ruth Maxine (Cox) Grimes, 85, Urich, died on Monday, August 13, 2007, at her home after battling Parkinson's disease. Funeral services will be Friday, august 17, at the Underwood-Brandtonies Funeral Home of Butler. Burial will follow in the Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler. She was the eldest daughter of Joseph Christopher and Gladys Surville (Dickerson) Cox and was born on August 7, 1922 in Virginia, Missouri. She married William Ivan "Peanut" Grimes on December 14, 1938, at the Butler Courthouse in Bates County. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and her grandchildren, Lisa, John and Rusty. Ruth is survived by her four sons, Ivan Wayne Grimes, Belton, and granddaughter Joyce and her husband Russell, Edmond, Oklahoma; granddaughters, April and Tami, Gilbert, Arizona, and great-grandchildren, Kristen, Ryan, Tori, Tatum and Dustin; son Jimmie Dale Grimes and his wife Judy, and grandson Jay and his wife Claudia of Liberty; son Jerry Clark Grimes and his wife Dale, Grandview, granddaughter Gretchen, and great-grandchildren Aston and Jayse; son William Allen Grimes, Urich, granddaughter Michelle and her husband Edward, and grandson Justin, great-grandchildren, Kaithlyne, Hunter, Nathaniel and Breanne, Lake Charles, Louisiana, and her sister Betty Jo Raps, Fort Gibson, Oklahoma. Ruth was a devoted wife, a loving mother and an adoring grandmother. Until she retired in the early 1980s she worked for the garment industry in Clinton, Holden and Garden City. Her hobbies were quilting and sewing. She enjoyed her flowers and loved dancing.

GRIMES, William Arthur
b: Sep 7 1907, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: May 5 1992, Wichita, Sedgwick Co, KS
bur: Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - William Arthur Grimes was born September 7, 1907 in Clinton, the son of Charles and Mary Grimes. He passed away at 84 years of age in Wichita, Ks. As a young boy he lived in Clinton. He was married to Blanche Irene Stevens on October 15, 1939 in Clinton. Although there were no children from this marriage he was a father figure for his numerous nieces and nephews. He started working at the Daily Democrat at 17 years of age. During his employment at the Democrat he joined the U.S. Navy until he was honorably discharged in 1945. During WWII he served as Baker 1st Class on numerous ships. Upon returning home from the Navy he returned to work at the Daily Democrat. In 1948 he and his wife moved to Wichita where he was employed as a baker at the Rainbow Bakery. He then opened his own business under the name of Economy Shoe Repair. After selling his business in 1976 he went to work at the Ramada Inn at Broadview up until his death. He was preceded in death by his wife, two brothers, one sister and an infant daughter. He is survived by a sister, two nieces, two nephews and several great nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on May 8, 1992 at the Sickman-Dunning Chapel. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens Cemetery.

GRIMES, William Ivan "Peanut"
b: Oct 17 1917, Bates Co, MO
d: Sep 25 1992, Harrisonville, Cass Co, MO
bur: Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Bates Co, MO
arr: Underwood-Steinbeck-Brandtonies Funeral Home, Butler, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - William Ivan "Peanut" Grimes, 74, Urich, passed away Friday, September 25, 1992, at the Cass Medical center in Harrisonville. He was born October 17, 1917, in Bates County, the son of Jesse D. and Maude Edith Vansant Grimes. He was united in marriage to Ruth Maxine Cox on December 14, 1938, and to this union four sons were born. He was employed with the Butler Manufacturing Company as a forklift operator until his retirement in January of 1980. He was devoted to his family and lived life to the fullest and especially enjoyed playing bingo, dancing and flipping quarters. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Alva Foster Grimes, Merlin E. Grimes and Carl D. Grimes; one sister Mabel Bernice Dickerson; and two grandchildren. Survivors include his wife, Ruth, of the home; his sons, Ivan Wayne Grimes and Jerry Clark Grimes of Independence, Jim Dale Grimes of Liberty, and William Allen Grimes of San Francisco, California; two brothers, Roy Grimes, and wife, Helen, and Don Grimes and wife, Norma Jean, all of Ballard; one sister, Hazel Dickerson, and husband, Don, of Butler; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 29, 1992, at the Underwood-Steinbeck Funeral Home in Butler. Burial was in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler.

GRIMSLEY, Pearl L. LaFAVOR
b: Jan 10 1915, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: May 11 2003, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery GA-GU, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 11 2003 - Pearl L. Grimsley, 88, Windsor, died Sunday morning, May 11, 2003, at Fern's Care Center in Windsor. She was born January 10, 1915, in Windsor, the daughter of John William LaFavor and Nannie Bell (Ancell) LaFavor. On May 7, 1940, in ElDorado Springs, she married William Sylvester "Vess" Grimsley, who was killed in action in France during World War II, August 20, 1944. She worked for several years at several area laundry and dry cleaning establishments, including the Windsor Dry Cleaners and Laundry (owned by her sister), Windsor Hospital and Windsor's Resthaven Nursing Home. She was a member of the First Christian Church, Windsor. She is survived by a sister, Helen Cline, Windsor; a niece, Jean Kreisel, Windsor; seven nephews, Bob Courtney, Wasilla, Alaska; Walter McFadden, Windsor, Gary Courtney, Keytesville, Mike LaFavor, Odessa, Rick LaFavor and Greg Wilson, Sedalia, Harold LaFavor, state of Texas; numerous great-nephews, great-nieces and great-great-nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Walter Harold LaFavor and James William LaFavor and six sisters, Rosa LaFavor, Mable Smith, Bertha Courtney, Elizabeth McFadden, Lucille Burford and Erma LaFavor. Graveside services were Tuesday, May 13, at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

GRINDSTAFF, Robert Richard
b: Aug 11 1923, Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 26 2003, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Deepwater Cemetery, Fairview Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jul 28 2003 - Robert Richard Grindstaff, 79, Clinton, died Saturday, July 26, 2003, at Golden Valley Hospital. He was born August 11, 1923, at Calhoun, son of James Ruben and Beulah Loyd Grindstaff. On April 12, 1960, in Kansas City, he married Betty Louise Clay, who died September 13, 1944. Mr. Grindstaff, a veteran of World War II, served with the United States Army in Europe. Upon his discharge from the service, he worked at the Metal Protection and Plating Company in Kansas City. In 1983 he returned to the Clinton area to be with his mother, who was in poor health. Survivors include three daughters, Connie Grindstaff, Warrensburg, Virginia Louise Grindstaff, Kansas City, and Barbara Grindstaff, Ellsinore; four grandchildren, Sara Grindstaff, Kansas City, Patty McDonald, Warrensburg, Jessica Sandridge, Ellsinore, Joseph Swan, Ellsinore; two brothers, Grover Grindstaff, Lanexa, Virginia, and Howard Grindstaff, Windsor, plus several nieces and nephews. Memorial graveside services and interment will be Monday, August 4, in the Deepwater Cemetery.

GRINTER, W. Paul
b: abt 1935, Muncie, Wyandotte Co, KS
d: Aug 13 1991, Archie, Cass Co, MO
bur: Stony Point Cemetery, Kansas City, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Graveside services for W. Paul Grinter, 56, Archie, Mo., formerly of this area, who died August 13, 1991, in Archie, will be Friday at Stony Point Cemetery, Kansas City, Kansas. Mr. Grinter was born in Muncie in Kansas City, Kansas, and moved to Archie in 1946. He had been superintendent of streets and water in Archie since 1987. He also worked at the Half Way Truck Stop near Harrisonville and at Natalie's Restaurant, Archie. Earlier he was a dairy farmer and a heavy-equipment operator. He was an Archie city councilman in 1985-86. He was a member of the Missouri Cattlemen's Association and operated the Heartbreaker Sled at tractor pulls. Survivors include a son Jeffrey L. Grinter, Garden City; two daughters, Becky Graham, Garden City, and Susan Yahnig, Archie; a brother, L. L. Grinter, Kansas City, Kansas; two half brothers Walter W. Nemecheck, East Lynn, and David F. Nemecheck, St. Louis, Michigan; and a grandson.

GRIZZLE, Aubrey Paul
b: Jun 8 1902, Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 26 1995, Lawrence, Douglas Co, KS
bur: Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Aubrey Paul Grizzle was horn June 8, 1902, in Blairstown, the son of William Lee and Lula Louise (Lively) Grizzle. He died Monday, December 26, 1994, at the Sterling Height Nursing Home in Lawrence, Kansas, at the age of 92. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the Navy as a signalman 2nd class for three years. He farmed in Blairstown and in McLouth, Kansas. before moving to Lawrence in the 1970s. Mr. Grizzle was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Lawrence and a life member of the VFW Alfred Clarke Post #852 in Lawrence. He is survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters and three brothers. Graveside services were Friday, December 30, at Blairstown Cemetery.

GRIZZLE, Herman Francis
b: Aug 4 1910, Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 19 1992, Lawrence, Douglas Co, KS
bur: Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Herman Francis Grizzle, 81, died Friday at the Lawrence Memorial Hospital in Lawrence, Kansas. He was born in Blairstown and lived in Grandview and Lee's Summit before moving to Lawrence. He was employed as a custodian for the Lee's Summit School System before he retired. He was a Presbyterian. He is survived by one brother, Aubrey Grizzle, Lawrence, Kansas. His wife, Foresteen, passed away in May of 1991. Funeral services were Tuesday, June 23, at the Consalus Chapel in Chilhowee. Burial was in Carpenter Cemetery in Johnson County.

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