Henry County Missouri Obituaries
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VAHLE, John Lester
b: Nov 3 1910
d: Dec 26 2002, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Macedonia Cemetery, Doyal Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 30 2002 - John Lester Vahle, 92, Lowry City, a retired automobile mechanic, died Thursday, December 26, 2002, at Sac-Osage Hospital, Osceola. Funeral services will be Tuesday, December 31, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola with military honors. Burial in Macedonia Cemetery, near Osceola.

VAIL, Samuel E.
b: Jun 15 1846, Ohio
d: Jul 17 1926, Ft. Scott, Bourbon Co, KS
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Samuel Vail's Funeral Held in Clinton Presbyterian Church - Clinton friends were shocked and grieved to learn that he had joined the heavenly hosts, at 1:50 p.m., Saturday, July 17th, 1926. He had been suffering from kidney and bladder trouble for several years, but did not become seriously ill until just a few days before his death. He and his wife had enjoyed a visit with their daughter, Mrs. Thomas, in Cedar county. He became ill after his return to Stotesbury. The illness soon became very acute and suffering intense. His physicians said an operation was the only chance, so he was hurried to Ft. Scott, Kans., where a minor operation was performed on Thursday, but son they saw that the end was coming. His son, Ernest, who was at his bedside, constantly, said he was able to talk only a little until Friday. Saturday, his spirit slipped away from the body, so pain racked, into eternity. He was born in Ohio, June 15, 1846, but moved to Iowa, when a small boy, where he lived until 1867, when he came to Clinton. Here he was married to Miss Susan Bodkin, Dec. 27, 1873. Four children were given to this marriage, all now in homes of their own. They have made the highest type of citizens, which reflects on the wholesomeness and beauty of the parental home. They are: Ernest Vail, Stotesbury, Mo.; Mrs. C. J. Thomas, Walker, Mo.; S. E. Vail, Blytheville, Ark.; Arthur Vail, Tulsa, Okla. In 1869, Mr. Vail started a brick manufacture, this he continued for 40 years, nearly all of Clinton's buildings being made of this famous durable Vail brick, which includes the old Baird College, Y.M.C.A., Holy Rosary Academy, the Eye office, and many other business houses. While he made brick, he built character as well. In 1871, he gave his heart to Christ and united with the Fields Creek C. P. church, near where he was living. After they moved to Clinton they united with the c. P. church in Clinton, then after the two churches united with the First Presbyterian church of Clinton. When they moved to Stotesbury, as there was no Presbyterian church, they united with the Methodist church, where he faithfully served his Lord and Master. His beloved companion will miss him, she most of all, for they have enjoyed real companionship for 52 1/2 years. Only a short while it seems it was our privilege to write of their golden Wedding Anniversary celebration, when all were present, without a break in the family circle. His body was brought to Clinton Monday morning, and taken to the Presbyterian church, where the funeral services were conducted. Interment in Englewood.

VAIL, Sophia YAGER
b: Dec 16 1820, Germany
d: Jan 30 1905, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Feb 4 1905 - Death of Sophia Vail - This estimable woman passed away at 9 p.m. Monday at the home of her niece Mrs. W. D. Holloman, on North Washington street, just next door north of the home where she had resided 30 years. She suffered a paralytic stroke two weeks previous and never rallied sufficiently to distinguish her friends. Born in Germany December 16, 1820 and came to America with her parents when an infant. They located at Wooster, Ohio, and she lived there until after her marriage and later moved to North Missouri and came to Clinton in the fall of 1865 and bought an extensive tract of land just west of town. It was afterward known as the Old Cruce farm and is now divided into a number of fine farms, her nephew Samuel Rice, residing on one. Mrs. Vail's maiden name was Yager. She had no children but raised as her own William Vail of Kansas City and Samuel Vail of this city. Mrs. Frank Milton of Wichita, Kansas is a niece and an only surviving brother Henry Yager lives at Riceville, Iowa. Mrs. Vail was a noble Christian woman, reliable in every duty of life, a devoted member of the Cumberland Presbyterian church and a woman who held to the good and true of life. Her tongue taught the law of justice and kindness. Remains were laid away in Englewood.

VAIL, Susanna BOTKIN
b: Jun 12 1853, near St. Mary's, OH
d: Oct 18 1937, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Mrs. Samuel Vail Died - The soul of Mrs. Samuel Vail, widow of the owner of one of Clinton's first industries, took off on its final flight to regions of splendor on high where dwell the faithful in the Master's kingdom, at about 11:00 a.m. October 18, 1937, at the home of her son and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Vail, near Teays Chapel in the south part of Henry County. She suffered a stroke about seven weeks ago which affected her throat, making speech impossible and taking nourishment difficult. She retained a clarity of mind until a few minutes before the end, understanding all that was said to her, and making her loved ones understand some of her desires, the first of which was the presence of her daughter, Mrs. C. J. Thomas, of near Dederick, Mo., who came that evening, also a son, Arthur, of Amarillo, Texas, who was with his mother about five weeks. Her other son, Edgar, of Blytheville, Ark., came about a month ago and remained at his mother's bedside for some time. Everything was done that could be done but the spirit, which had for 84 years, been alert for opportunities to rise to heights of Christian service, sought freedom, and burst from earthly bonds, gladly winging its way upward to meet its beloved mate, gone on before, and other loved ones. Susie Botkin was born June 12, 1853, near St. Mary's, Ohio, and with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Botkin, came to Missouri when a girl of 16, two years later moving to west of Clinton on what is known as the Walkley place. Here she met a neighbor lad Samuel Vail, who lived on what is now the Rice brothers' farm, and December 24, 1873, pledged her troth to him, who was then operating a brick yard across from the Cornick Greenhouse, assisted by Pete Freund. Their married life began on what is the Will Dehn farm, on highway 18, just west of Clinton, where their daughter and son, Ernest, were born. Later they moved to a home opposite the Cornick greenhouse on Hudson street, which was the birthplace of their other two sons. They returned to the farm for several years, twice moving to the home on Hudson street, also living at the corner of Third and College, just west of the Booth hatchery, where Mr. Vail built the two-story brick house in 1890. In 1905 he erected the attractive brick house on their farm, adjacent to Mr. Vail's brickyard which he operated for about 35 years and where handmade brick were made that was used in the construction of Baird college, the Holy Rosary Academy, several of the churches and the greater share of the business houses about the square. The superior quality of the Vail brick is evident by the many years it had stood. Mr. Vail not only made bricks but he and his wife built for eternity in the community by putting the Christ into their lives. Mrs. Vail was a true helpmate to her husband, possessing an inherent gentleness which left its influence for good upon all who knew her and became the vital point about which was woven their home life. Their house was the center of the social activities of the Presbyterian young people as well as others who lived and sought clean fun. Here, too, this gracious gentlewoman welcomed those who suffered rebuffs from the world and who never departed from her presence until healed by Mrs. Vail's soothing touch and lesson on Christian forbearance for she was so attuned to the spiritual needs that she saw past the outer, physical appearance into the innermost needs of the heart, and with a kindliness, which was her royal heritage from the true King, she supplied those needs. She had a bright outlook on life; she knew and loved people and during the short time she had lived in the Teays Chapel community, she had become a part of its activities, saving as always, her church and God first place. She was converted and joined the Cumberland Presbyterian church at Clinton after her marriage, and after the two church divisions united, joined the Presbyterian. After she and her husband moved to Vernon County, she transferred her membership to the Methodist Episcopal church, south, of which she remained a member until death. Mrs. Vail had a strong character and keen mentality; giving essential things of life first place and not overshadowing them with unessentials. Upon such is founded the great American nation. Her interest in life never flagged; she saw and seized every opportunity for service, ever keeping her finger on the pulse of life, drawing within the circle of her great understanding heart, all, and ministering to them with a master human touch. Hers was an exemplary life of the beauty, joy and satisfaction of keeping one's body a fit temple for the soul. She was an aristocrat, always daintily groomed, and possessed a sweet simplicity of manner. She was familiar with every homemaking art, both in the appearance of her home and the spirit of her hospitality. She realized that her life was drawing to a close, and at a recent visit with her daughter, talked of the final arrangements after she had gone to join her beloved husband who died in 1926, and the old friends. She is survived by her four children named above, also a brother, Jack Botkin and sister, Mrs. May Smith, both at St. Mary's Ohio, and another sister, Mrs. W. D. Leitz, Newark, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday at Teays Chapel. Her body was brought to Clinton and burial was in Englewood beside her husband.

VANALSTIN, James A. "Jim"
b: Dec 25 1924, Chicago, Cook Co, IL
d: Jul 21 2005, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Arlington Cemetery, Elmhurst, IL
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 2 2005 - James A. "Jim" VanAlstin was born December 25, 1924, in Chicago, Illinois, son of Charles M. and Josephine Lustig VanAlstin. He died Thursday, July 21, 2005, at his home in Clinton. He married Shirley Roberts on July 11, 1999. He was a member of the Community of Christ Church and served as a deacon there. He was a homebuilder and plumber, having his own water conditioning business. Hydromaster, and as long as his health permitted he loved to go turkey hunting and was a volunteer with Hospice. He had a wonderful sense of humor that he kept even up to the time of his death. He was an Eagle Scout and served his country during World War II. His parents and two brothers, preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife Shirley of the home; two children James A. VanAlstin Jr. and wife Pam, Aurora, Illinois, and Donna Turner and husband Steve, Glen Ellyn, Illinois; two stepchildren, Perry Witt and wife Julie, Rockville, Sally Jones, Raymore; a brother Richard VanAlstin of the Philippines; four grandchildren, five step-grandchildren and one great-grandson. Funeral services were held July 25 at Consalus Funeral Home. Burial was in Arlington Cemetery, Elmhurst, Illinois, July 26.

VANAMAN, Norma R.
b: Jun 22 1923
d: Mar 20 2001, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Settlement Cemetery, Shirley, AR
Clinton Daily Democrat, Mar 21 2001 - Norma R. Vanaman, 77, Clinton, died Tuesday, March 20, 2001, at Westwood Nursing Center, Clinton. Funeral services will be Friday at Woodland Chapel, Fairfield Bay, Arkansas, with burial in Settlement Cemetery, Shirley, Arkansas. She was born in Shirley, Arkansas. She was the lunch room supervisor for 20 years at the Shirley School. She moved to Clinton 20 years ago. She was a member of the Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton. She is survived by her daughter, Roselee Huggins of the home; one son, Carl Vanaman of North Little Rock, Arkansas; two sisters, Lois Hunt of Greers Ferry, Arkansas, and Evelyn Gentry of Fairfield Bay, Arkansas, as well as five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

VANBUSKIRK, Kathleen CARRIER
b: Oct 6 1905, Rockingham Co, VA
d: Mar 24 1997, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Kathleen VanBuskirk of Appleton City was the daughter of Elizabeth Carolyn (Jones) and Abner Lee Carrier. She was born in Rockingham County near Shenandoah, Virginia, on October 6, 1905. She died at her home in Appleton City on March 24, 1997, at 91 years of age. In 1916 she moved with her family from Virginia to a farm south of Appleton City. Kathleen was united in marriage to Floyd VanBuskirk of Appleton City on November 24, 1924, at the Butler Christian Church Parsonage. The first 12 years of their marriage were spent on a farm south of Appleton City where their children, Edmond and Lavon were born. In 1936, the family moved to the community of Ohio, east of Appleton City, where Floyd and Kathleen lived until 1971 when they retired and moved to Appleton City. Kathleen was a member of the Green Valley Methodist Church until its closure, at which time she transferred her membership to the Trinity United Methodist Church of Appleton City. She enjoyed being an active member of the church, the King's Daughters Sunday School Class, the Order of the Eastern Star Olive Branch Chapter #157, the United Methodist Women's Fellowship, quilting and doing things for others. Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd, on January 25, 1987; her brother, Joseph Carrier, and her sister, Virginia Heiserman. She is survived by her brother, Lynwood Carrier, and his wife, Florence; one son, Edmond VanBuskirk, and his wife, Lois; her daughter, Lavon Sommer, and her husband, James; grandchildren, Shirley (VanBuskirk) Gwin, Linda (VanBuskirk) Sala, Terry VanBuskirk, Larry Pipes, Barbra (Pipes) Mistron, Rodney Pipes and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, Friday, March 28. Burial was in Appleton City Cemetery.

VANCAMP, George Raymond
b: May 2 1911, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
d: Apr 24 1996, Harrisonville, Cass Co, MO
bur: Dayton Cemetery, Dayton, Cass Co, MO
arr: Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville & Garden City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - George Raymond VanCamp of Creighton was born May 2, 1911, in Kansas City, the son of George Wesley and Hazel (Crow) VanCamp. He died Wednesday, April 24, 1996, at Cass Medical Center, Harrisonville, at the age of 84 years, 11 months and 22 days. On December 23, 1933, George was united in marriage to Margaret Mae Sullivan in Independence. George was employed as a truck driver for Morrison Motor Freight, Kansas City, from 1929 until his retirement in 1968. He was a member of the Teamsters Local #41, Kansas City, and a former member of the Creighton Lions Club and the Dayton School Board. George had lived in Kansas City before moving to the Dayton community near Garden City in 1953 and to Creighton in 1979. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret, on May 21, 1972; a great-grandson, Michael Shirley, and two brothers, Robert and Jack. He is survived by five daughters, Dorothy Craig, Knob Noster, Norma Handke, Amoret, Mary Owen, Peculiar, Nancy Lillard, Harrisonville, and Donna Gibson, Urich; 17 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; four brothers, Vernon VanCamp, Grandview, Medley VanCamp, Raytown, Andy VanCamp, Kansas City, Wesley VanCamp Alton; two half-brothers, Charles Lee and Logan Lee; a sister, Estelle Thomas, Liberty; three half-sisters, Sara Lee, Kansas City, Maybelle Lee and Linda Adams; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Saturday, April 27, at the Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City. Burial was in Dayton Cemetery, near Garden City.

VANCE, Bert H. Dr.
b: abt 1884, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 28 1929, Concordia, Cloud Co, KS
Henry County Man Killed - Concordia KS, Jan 28 1929 - Dr. B. H. Vance, veterinarian, was killed today, when his motor car was struck by a Union Pacific motor train at a crossing just outside of Concordia. Dr. Vance apparently jumped from the car when he saw the train, but the machine was thrown on him. He is survived by the widow and two adult sons. - Kansas City Star. - Dr. Vance was born and reared in Henry county, seven miles south east of Blairstown. He was the son of the late Isaac M. Vance, prominent farmer and stockman of Henry county for more than 50 years. The deceased is survived by his mother, Mrs. I. M. Vance, 79 years old, of Warrensburg; four sisters - Mrs. J. C. Beaty, wife of Judge Beaty, presiding judge of County Court of Henry county; Mrs. Elliott Mothersed and Mrs. Wm. Hampton, of Warrensburg; Mrs. J. W. Howerton, Chilhowee; also three brothers - Frank Vance of Blairstown; Harry Vance prominent hotel and real estate owner of Kansas City, and W. S. Vance, foreman for Swift & Co., Kansas City, Kans. Mrs. H. L. Ross, of Clinton, is a cousin and Mrs. J. K. Reed, of Norris, is an aunt. Dr. Vance practiced his profession two years at Chilhowee, later moving to Concordia, Kans., where he was in partnership a number of years with his father-in-law, Dr. C. H. Gaines. For the past ten years, Dr. Vance has been an extensive breeder and racer of standard bred trotting and pacing horses, having won many blue ribbons at the state fairs of Kansas, Oklahoma and Nebraska, always driving his own horses. The body was taken to Warrensburg for burial, the funeral services being conducted in the Warrensburg Christian church Thursday.

VANCE, Donald P.
b: Aug 4 1942
d: Jun 3 1990, Independence, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Donald P. Vance, 47, Independence, died Sunday, June 3, at the Independence Regional Hospital. He owned the Guardian Fire and Safety Co. there. He is survived by his mother, Fern Greenfield of Independence, five half-brothers, all of Kansas City, Bill, Curtis, Bobby, Ronald, and Michael Greenfield; three half-sisters, Judy Landis of Independence, Connie Watson of Independence, Shirley Cole of Kansas City. Funeral services will be Wednesday at Sickman-Dunning Funeral Home with burial in Maplewood Cemetery in Brownington.

VANCE, Leo C.
b: Feb 17 1910, Tulsa, Tulsa Co, OK
d: Oct 23 2002, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery SU-VO, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 25 2002 - Leo C. Vance, 92, Windsor, died Wednesday afternoon, October 23, 2002, at Windsor Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Windsor. He was born February 17, 1910, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the son of Lee Vance and Mattie Lee (Hamilton) Vance. On September 10, 1963, in Fulton, Kentucky, he married Viola Irene Sutton, who died July 18, 1990. He worked for Williams Brothers, a petroleum company, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, as a welder, building oil pipelines in all parts of the United States, for many years before his retirement. He is survived by two daughters, Mattie Lee Beller, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Rosie Johnson, Ft. Smith, Arkansas; three sons, Tommy Vance, Yukon, Oklahoma, Jimmy and Donald Ray Vance, both of the state of Kansas; a stepson, Harold Baker, Jr., Bushnell, Illinois; a brother, C. R. Vance, Arcadia, California; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be Saturday, October 26, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

VANCE, Leona Ellen LANE
b: Jun 22 1878, near Petersburg, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 27 1957, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Floral Hills Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Kansas City Times - Mrs. Leona Ellen Vance, 78, of 3714 Brush Creek Parkway, Kansas City, Mo., died Jan 27, (1957) at the home after an illness of three weeks. Mrs. Vance was born in Henry County, Missouri, and had lived in Kansas City 35 years. She was a member of the First Assembly of God Church. She leaves her husband Walter S. Vance of the home; four daughters, Mrs. John H. Waugh, Raytown, Mrs. Ruth White, Kansas City, Mrs. Herschel Phillips, Long Beach, Calif, and Mrs. William Garrison, Jackson County; a son, Lindsey L. Vance, Denver; a sister, Mrs. Alice Marksberry, Chilhowee, Mo.; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held in Kansas City on Jan. 30, with burial in Floral Hills. (Family notes from Carolyn Beaty Olson. Leona Ellen Lane Vance was born near Petersburg, to Wm. Henry Lane and Susan (Iman) Lane on June 22, 1878)

VANCE, William Harry
b: Dec 31 1887, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 1964, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
William H. Vance Dies. Kansas City Times - Star. William Harry Vance, owner of numerous real estate tracts, and an oil producer with interests in Okla., Kansas, Calif. and Canada, died yesterday at his apartment at the Wrennmoor Hotel, 919 East Armour Boulevard. Before becoming ill in October, Mr. Vance spent much time organizing the Heart of America Boys Ranch, Inc., near Clinton, Mo. His dream of founding a home for orphan boys began materializing last June when he purchased a 2,329-acre site in Henry County known as the R.J. Green ranch. Mr. Vance was born in Henry County near the large ranch he purchased. Before beginning a varied business career, he attended the old Kansas City School of Law. He had lived here forty-eight years. Among his early real estate ventures here was the building of the Westhaven building. 7431 Broadway in 1926. One year later he and his wife opened the Westhaven Hotel and for several years were active leaders in the Waldo area. He also gave the name Westhaven to a 400-acre ranch acquired near Warsaw, Mo., in 1933. Registered dairy goats were sent from the ranch to many parts of the country. The ranch was later traded for property near Branson,Mo. Mr. Vance was chairman of the Republican National Committee in 1936 when the party's slogan was "A Million Dollars from a Million Americans." He never sought public office until 1950, when a group of friends insisted he campaign for a seat in the Missouri legislature He reluctantly agreed to make the race but never actively campaigned. He spent most of the election summer in California. Mr. Vance was a member of the Lions Club and Southside Business Assoc. He also was a member of the Central Presbyterian Church. On 1913 he married Miss Helen Littman, of Richmond, Mo., who survives. He also leaves three sisters; Mrs. J. C. Beaty and Mrs. Kate Howerton, both of the Clinton area, and Mrs. Elizabeth Mosby, Warrensburg, Mo.; a brother, W. S. Vance 3714 Brush Creek Pkwy. and a cousin, Mrs. O. Myking Mehus, 3620 Robert Gillham Rd. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at the Quest-Lile Chapel, Richmond, Mo. Burial will be at Richmond, Mo. (Note: William H. Vance was a son of Isaac M. Vance and Cyrena Cain Vance of Big Creek Twp, Henry Co. Mo. See Bio in 1883 Henry Co. History. Birth and death dates are unsure. SSDI has a William Vance b. Dec. 3l, 1887 - d. Feb. 1964. He was not born at the time of the 1883 bios. - Marlene Beaty)

VANCLEAVE, Cary A.
b: Jan 1 1835, Marion Co, KY
d: Jun 16 1895, near Brownington, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mt. Zion Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jun 1895 - C. A. Van Cleave, one of the most influential men and stock dealers near Brownington, died Sunday evening, after being afflicted with heart trouble for several months. A cerebral hemorrhage caused his death. Born in Marion county, Ky., Jan. 1, 1835; a resident of this county since 1869; a devoted Christian for over 40 years. Leaves a wife and four grown children. Remains laid to rest in the Mt. Zion cemetery. - Died, June 16, 1895, at his home near Brownington, Cary A. Van Cleave, aged 60 years. Born in Marion county, Ky. and grew to manhood on the farm where he was born. Joined the M. E. Church in early life. October 25, 1855, he married Elizabeth A. Wright of Washington County, Ky. Five children, two daughters and three sons, four surviving - A. J. Van Cleave, C. J. Van Cleave M. D. and Mrs. Sciota Terrill of Henry County and Mrs. C. Z. Meyers of Kansas City. In 1869, he sold his farm in Kentucky and moved to Missouri the following year and bought land three miles southeast of Brownington and made improvements. To this he added from time to time until he had nearly a section of land well improved and was a successful farmer and stock raiser. In 1872 he became a Mason and was a persistent member until his death. In 1880, joined the Brownington Baptist Church and was a faithful member. He had spinal affliction and suffered untold agonies the last nine months of his life, but bore it all with patience and Christian resignation. The end came suddenly, through hemorrhage of the brain. His children were all with him during his sickness and did all that could be done to make him comfortable. After a short religious service at the residence, remains were taken to the Mt. Zion cemetery.

VANCLEAVE, Mabel NEWELL
b: Nov 12 1870
d: Feb 23 1905, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Brownington Missouri, Mar 4 1905 - Mrs. Mabel VanCleave, beloved wife of A. J. VanCleave, and a daughter of Ed and Ann Newill, died Thursday afternoon, February 23, 1905. Born Nov. 12, 1870, age 34. Beforee her marriage she was a teacher in the public school here and also taught music. When young, she united with the Baptist Church. She married A. J. VanCleave March 11, 1890 and they had two children. One preceded her to the other world and she leaves littel John to follow on. Mrs. VanCleave had been in failing health for the last six months. She also leaves her mother and father. Funeral services were at the home. Quite a large cortege of friends followed her remains to her last resting place in the old cemetery.

VANDERBURG, Lawrence E.
b: Apr 14 1921, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 6 2003, Liberty, Clay Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 9 2003 - Lawrence E. "Lefty" Vanderburg, 82, Excelsior Springs, died Friday, June 6, 2003, at Liberty Hospital. Funeral services were Monday, June 9, at First United Methodist Church, Excelsior Springs. Burial was at Masonic Cemetery, including a Masonic service and military honors. He was born April 14, 1921, to James and Mary (Long) Vanderburg in Clinton. Entering the United States Army in 1942, he fought in the Battle of the Bulge in World War II and was awarded three Bronze Stars. After being discharged as Staff Sergeant in 1946, he married Doris Brecht. She died in May 2000. He worked for Union Electric for 38 years, retiring as a meter superintendent. He belonged to the Masons and Order of Eastern Star. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife and six siblings. Survivors include his daughter and her husband Margaret and Frank Saunier of Jefferson City; siblings, James C. Vanderburg of Billings, Montana, Lilly Vanderburg and Adda Campbell, both of Clinton; grandchildren, Bret Saunier of St. Louis, Cheryl Saunier of Jefferson City and numerous nephews and nieces.

VANDERPOOL, Helen I.
b: Dec 22 1918
d: Jun 12 2001, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Jun 12 2001 - Helen Vanderpool, 89, Clinton, died Tuesday, June 12, 2001, at Westwood. Sickman-Dunning will be in charge of services which will be announced. Mrs. Vanderpool was a member of First Baptist Church of Clinton. Survivors include a son, Ronnie Dale Vanderpool of Buckston, Maryland.

VANDERPOOL, J. W.
b: Jan 4 1918, Cainsville, Harrison Co, MO
d: Jul 16 2001, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
bur: Zoar Cemetery, Cainsville, Harrison Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Jul 30 2001 - J. W. Vanderpool was born January 4, 1918, in Cainsville, son of Tobe and Bess Woodard Vanderpool. He passed away July 16, 2001, at his home in Brownington. He married Jane Thomas on May 1, 1990, at Princeton. He had lived in the Browning area since 1990, moving there from Bethany. He was a member of the Brownington Baptist Church, the Disabled American Veterans and VFW Post 1001, Independence. His parents and one sister, Geraldine Vanderpool, preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Jane, of the home; two stepsons, Jim Herron and family, Kansas City, and David Herron and family, Liberty; one stepdaughter, Vicki Schliefert and family, Deepwater; one brother, Jack Vanderpool and family, St. Joseph; three sisters, Wanda Wright and family, Sue Kinneson and family, all of Bethany, and Judy Booth and family, Cainsville; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two great-great-granddaughters, along with several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held July 18 at Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Zoar Cemetery, Cainsville.

VANDEVENTER, Fairy Virginia DOLAN
b: Feb 22 1910, Platte City, Platte Co, MO
d: Oct 3 1991, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Cremation
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Fairy Virginia Vandeventer, daughter of Lee Elmer Dolan and Lola Fleshman Dolan, was born February 22, 1910 in Platte City. She passed away October 3, 1991 at the Sycamore View Nursing Home, Clinton, at the age of 81. She lived in the Kansas City area until 1950. She was a homemaker all her life and enjoyed her extended family and gardening. She is survived by one sister and brother-in-law, Mildred and Bob Tracey, Tacoma, Wa.; one sister-in-law, Louise Dolan, Kansas City; 24 nieces and nephews; 43 great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Joe Vandeventer of Adrain, three sisters and two brothers. Cremation.

VANDYKE, Steven Anderson
b: Nov 18 1949, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
d: Dec 17 2004, Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 1 2005 - Steven Anderson VanDyke was born November 18, 1949 in Kansas City, the son of Frank and Doris R. (Weaver) VanDyke, and died at his home in Deepwater on December 17, 2004, at the age of 55 years. He owned and operated VanDyke Painting Company in Deepwater. He was a lifetime member of the D.A.V. and the Paints and Decorators Association. He is survived by his wife Julie, of the home; his mother Doris VanDyke of Belton; his sister Patricia Kelley, Peculiar; his father and mother-in-law George and Delores Bents of Deepwater; two children and numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Memorial services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Tuesday, December 21.

VANEATON, James Lloyd
b: Sep 1 1952, Independence, Jackson Co, MO
d: Oct 20 1997, Argile, TX
bur: Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - James L. VanEaton died Monday, October 20, 1997, in Argile, Texas, at the age of 45. He was born on September 1, 1952, in Independence. Jim attended the Calhoun School System, however, he graduated in 1971 from Clinton High School. He also attended Warrensburg University for two years. Jim was a veteran of the United States Navy, where he served as an air traffic controller on the USS Independence. Jim worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for 17 years. He worked in the state of Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas. He was working in Texas when he died. He is survived by his mother, Ella L. Price and step-father, L. R. "Bud" Price of Clinton; a sister, Diana L. Spitlar and family of Clinton; a brother, Randy B. VanEaton and family of Clinton; a half-sister, Linda M. Oakes of Windsor; a half-brother, Harold VanEaton II of Calhoun; one step-brother, Charles R. Price and family of Camdenton, and two step-sisters, Debbie L. Hestand and family and Pamela S. Charles and family of Clinton. He was preceded in death by his father, Harold L. VanEaton. Funeral services were held Friday, October 24, at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home. Pall bearers were his nephews, Johnny M. VanEaton, Bennie McClymond, Matthew Price, Jerimah McClymond, Tim Charles and George Price. He was laid to rest at Memory Garden, Clinton.

VANGORDEN, Mary Opal ATKINSON
b: Jun 4 1911, near Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 14 1994
bur: Blairstown Cemetery, Big Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mary Opal Van Gorden was born June 4, 1911, near Blairstown. Her parents were George and May (Coulter) Atkinson. Before she was a year old she lost her mother in an accident and was raised by her aunt, Anna (Coulter) Gardner Ayers. She spent her entire life in and near Blairstown. She departed from this life November 14, 1994, at the age of 83 years and five months. At an early age, she joined the Methodist Church and served faithfully and ardently. In her youth, she was active in the Epworth League, a youth people's organization of the church. She started out at the age of 14 as a Sunday school secretary. Over the year she served in many capacities, such as superintendent of the Sunday school, on the official board of the church and as a teacher of all ages. Opal served the church later as secretary and treasurer. She was a member of the W.S.C.S. and the Bible study group. After graduating from high school, she attended Central Missouri State College in Warrensburg and taught school until her marriage. She was united in marriage to Howard Van Gorden on June 4, 1941. She and her husband bought the Coulter family farm where she lived until her death. She returned to teaching and received her degree from Central Missouri State University, also credits from the Columbia University, retiring 1980. She was a member of the Golden Valley Hospital Auxiliary. She is survived by several cousins and many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband on March 27, 1979. Funeral services were Thursday, November 17, at the Consalus Chapel in Clinton. Burial was in Blairstown Cemetery.

VANGORDEN, Mildred E. SULLIVAN
b: Jul 21 1906, near Montrose, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 22 1997, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mildred E. (Sullivan) Vangorden, 91, died Monday, December 22, 1997, at the Clinton Residential Care Center where she had resided the past 13 months. She was born July 21, 1906, near Montrose, the youngest of three daughters born to Ward Beecher and Malva E. (Shoemaker) Sullivan. She was united in marriage to Ted Vangorden on February 23, 1928. To this union was born one son, James Dale, who preceded his parents in death in 1937. They lived on their farm east of Montrose until moving to Clinton in 1974. She enjoyed playing the piano and continued to do so after going to the center. While Ted was living, they enjoyed visiting their relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Dale; her husband, Ted, in 1977; two sisters, Lena Crouch and Viola Thomas and a number of nieces and nephews. She is survived by 19 nieces and nephews, several cousins and a host of friends. She will be missed by relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, December 27, at the Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton. Pall bearers were nephews Floyd Thomas, Ward Thomas, Marvin Thomas, Dennis Thomas, John Mitchel and Delmer Mitchel. Burial was in the Montrose Cemetery.

VANGORDEN, Opal Thelma HARRISON
b: Oct 11 1914, Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 24 2004, Indianapolis, IN
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 27 2004 - Opal Thelma Harrison VanGorden, 90, died Friday, December 24, 2004, in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was born October 11, 1914, in Deepwater, to Harry M. and Rosa Matter Harrison. She graduated from Deepwater High School in 1930. She married Luther P. VanGorden February 3, 1934, and they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary before his death in 1984. Mrs. VanGorden and her husband moved to Detroit, Michigan, in 1936 and lived their for 40 years. She was a housewife and volunteer in her church, Grandale Presbyterian. She received a 25-year pin in recognition of her volunteer work for the American Cancer society and also served several years as a volunteer for United Way. She worked as a receptionist for an optometrist, Dr. Morton Sandles, for 14 years. In 1978 she and her husband moved to Indianapolis. In 1979 she joined Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church in Indianapolis, Indiana. For many years she was a volunteer in the Marquette Manor Gift Shop. She also was a volunteer for the Indianapolis Red Cross, making crocheted tracheotomy covers for patients at the Tenth Street Veterans Hospital for more than 15 years. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, harry F. and Noel VanGorden of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, and her daughter and son-in-law, Rosemary and Charles Rader of Indianapolis, Indiana. A memorial service will be held at Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church, 4700 West 72nd Street, Indianapolis, Friday, December 31. Internment will follow in the church cemetery.

VANHOOZER, John
b: Sep 1 1847, Tennessee
d: Sep 3 1935, near Fort Lyon, Benton Co, MO
bur: Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Springfield Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Wilkinson Funeral Home, Clinton, MO (Historical)
Clinton MO - John Vanhoozer died at his home near Ft. Lyon, Mo., Tuesday, September 3, following a brief illness. He was 88 years and two days of age, and was the last of three brothers and two sisters. John Vanhoozer was born in Tennessee September 1, 1847, son of Sampson and Cynthia Vanhoozer. He grew to young manhood in Tennessee, where he met and married Miss Sarah Bailey, also of that state. To this union were born four sons and two daughters; Geo. and Sampson of Windsor, Mrs. Jess Briggs of Leesville, Mary and David of the home; one son, Jack, passed away in 1929. He moved his family to Missouri while the children were all small. His beloved companion died in 1911. After her death he remained in the same home and his daughter, Mary, and his son, David, cared for him. He had been in poor health several years. In his early manhood he was converted and united with a Baptist church in Tennessee, later he moved his membership to the Tebo Baptist church in Henry County. He was a faithful attendant until later years when he was unable to attend as he lived so far away from church. He leaves besides his children to mourn his passing, one granddaughter, six grandsons, seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Mt. Olivet Baptist church Wednesday. He was laid to rest in the cemetery nearby. The pall bearers were grandsons, Willie and Emery Vanhoozer, Earl and Raymond Briggs, also a grandson by marriage, Verr Harvey, and Ray Wall a neighbor. The funeral was in charge of Wilkinson Funeral Service in Clinton.

VANHOOZER, Laura Ellen CARLETON
b: Jan 6 1868, Henry Co, MO
d: 1935, Leesville, Henry Co, MO
bur: Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Wilkinson Funeral Home, Clinton, MO (Historical)
Clinton MO - Mrs. Jacob Vanhoozer died at her Leesville home Friday at one o'clock after a long siege of illness during which she patiently bore her sufferings and was lovingly cared for by family and friends. Laura Ellen Carleton, tenth child of 12 children of James and Isabell Carleton, was born January 6, 1868, and spent practically all her life in the Leesville community. She was converted when about 15 years of age in a meeting held in the old schoolhouse at Leesville, united with the M. E. church when it was organized, before the new church was built, and led a consistent Christian life. She was united in marriage to Jacob Vanhoozer February 4, 1886, at the home of her parents by Rev. Harney. She went as a bride to Benton County where, for seven years they made their home, returning to Leesville where they since resided. To their union were born two children, Lyndall of the home, and Mrs. Olive Sell, who lives near by and who has been with her mother every day during her entire sickness. Mrs. Vanhoozer is survived by her beloved husband, son and daughter and grandson, Cletus Sell, to whom she was very devoted, also three brothers, Thomas Carleton, of St. John, Kans.; Wm. of Sedalia and Edgar of Leesville. She was good and conscientious, wishing and doing good for all her neighbors and friends and ever urging them to Christian walks in life. Sunday before her passing, when friends and relatives were gathered round she asked that they come close to her bedside, and she gave a loving message for each one present, especially that they all remain consistent Christians to the end. Many flowers were brought during her sickness, when she enjoyed them so much, as her belief was to scatter the flowers along the pathway while here on this earth. The funeral was held at Tebo Sunday under the direction of the Fred Wilkinson funeral service.

VANHOOZER, Mose
b: Aug 1850, Tennessee
d: 1932, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Clear Creek Baptist Cemetery, Benton Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mose VanHoozer, Aged 82 Years, Died From Injuries Received In Auto Accident - Mose VanHoozer died at his home on South Carter street, Tuesday morning at five o'clock from injuries caused from an automobile accident about 6 o'clock Saturday evening, when the car he was in, overturned and he suffered a broken hip and internal injuries. He was given temporary aid by Dr. Walker until the ambulance brought him to Clinton. Mr. VanHoozer's son, Bert, was driving a Model T Ford toward Clinton, on the A. C. L. Farm-to-Market road, when the loose gravel caused them to go into the ditch, and the car turned over twice. Mr. and Mrs. J. V. VanHoozer were also in the car. Mrs. VanHoozer was painfully injured on the breast and back. J. V. VanHoozer's arm was cut and bruised. Bert VanHoozer's face and head was bruised and the car was wrecked. It was remarkable that any escaped alive. Mose VanHoozer was born in Tennessee 82 years ago in August. When he was about 25 he was united in marriage with Miss Rosa Huff, who died about ten years ago. Two sons blessed this union. One son, Bert, survives. The others son, Osa, died in June. He leaves two brothers, J. V. who lives next door north; and Ike, of Texas. There is one sister, Mrs. Lettie Tindle. It was she they had been to see the day of the fatal accident. Deceased was a good man, a believer in God, and although he had never united with any church his faith was strong. He believed in the doctrines of the Baptist church. He farmed most of his life and lived in the neighborhood of Palo Pinto and Shady Grove until he moved to Clinton several years ago. His funeral will be held in the Clear Creek Baptist church Thursday. His body will be laid in the cemetery nearby, by the side of his wife and son.

VANHOYE, Pierre Joseph Sr.
b: Nov 12 1924, Bicknell, Knox Co, IN
d: Feb 3 2003, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Longview Memorial Gardens, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 5 2003 - Pierre Joseph Vanhoye Sr., 78, Osceola, died Monday, February 3, 2003, at St. Joseph Health Center. Services will be Thursday, February 6, at D. W. Newcomer's Sons Longview Funeral Home. Interment will be at Longview Memorial Gardens. Mr. Vanhoye was born November 12, 1924, in Bicknell, Indiana, and was a supervisor for Gas Service Co. before retiring. He was an Army Air Corps Veteran of World War II and was awarded two Purple Hearts. He is survived by a daughter, Carole White and husband Larry; son, Pierre Vanhoye, Jr., both of Independence; daughter, Nancy DeLuca and husband Dan, Blue Springs; daughter, Shawn Hart and husband David, Raymore; brothers, Marcel Cretel, Leon Cretel, both of Lincoln, and Roland Cretel, Osceola; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

VANN, Ardell L.
b: Apr 11 1925, near Smolan, Saline Co, KS
d: Nov 3 1994, Midwest City, OK
bur: Arlington Memory Gardens, Midwest City, OK
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ardell L. Vann, 69, died November 3, 1994, at Colonial Manor Nursing Home, Midwest City, Oklahoma. He was born April 11, 1925, near Smolan, Kansas, the son of the late L. E. and Alice (Frost) Vann of Urich. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of the Urich American Legion. He was a Jack Cooper Transport driver for over 30 years until his retirement. Surviving are his wife, Mary (Taylor) Vann of Midwest City; four step-children, 10 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; one brother, Delmar E. Vann of Camdenton, and one sister, Mary Alice Wehmeyer of Creighton, and two nieces and one nephew. Funeral services were held November 7 at Bill Eisenhour Southeast Chapel, Del City, Ok. Burial was in Arlington Memory Gardens, Midwest City, Ok.

VANNATTAN, Alice Marian CLARK
b: Jun 4 1867, Edina, Knox Co, MO
d: 1937, Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
bur: Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, Bates Co, MO
arr: Wilkinson Funeral Home, Clinton, MO (Historical)
Clinton MO - Mrs. John Nelson Vannattan died at Blairstown at the home of her son, John S. Vannattan, at 9:06 a.m. Sunday, laying aside the burdens of care and illness that had made her an invalid the past year. Though pain had curtailed her usual activities, it had not dimmed her fine spirit and she was conscious up to the last and radiated to her children and her devoted sisters the love and hope that were the sustaining forces of her life. Alice Marian Clark was born June 4, 1867, at Edina, Knox County, Mo., and there grew to womanhood, marrying John Nelson Vannattan, then a farmer of the community, December 25, 1885. Eleven children blessed their union, all of whom survive, save three little daughters who died in early childhood. The past four years Mr. and Mrs. Vannattan had made their home with their son, John, who lavished a devoted consideration on both parents, especially the gentle mother who bore untold suffering with fortitude and courage. Mrs. Vannattan gave her heart to the Christ when a girl of 16 and from her close walk with Him drew a comfort and happiness that expressed itself in love for the Christian church where she gave generously her talents and played for all services, as she was a talented pianist. Her Christianity further manifested itself in sweet gentleness to her children, kindness to her neighbors, all of whom loved her, resignation to her affliction, and a thoroughly unselfish life. Mrs. Vannattan was a great home lover, delighting in the orderliness of systematic management, ambitious for her children, a needlewoman of skill, who not only delighted in the creation of lovely fancy work, attractive quilts and warm comforters, but in the homely tasks of mending that is the secret of thrift and well being. Surviving Mrs. Vannattan are her husband, sons, John S. of Blairstown, Taylor L., Dewey of Holden, Albert of Perry, Kans.; daughters, Mesdames Bessie Dade of Sheldon, Pansy Foley, Pleasant Hill, Ella Mae Ritter, Merwin, Mo., and Ethel Bell Simpson, Kansas City, Mo.; one brother, Albert Clark, of Lees Summit; and five sisters, Mesdames J. W. Mankins and E. B. Gates of Oklahoma City, Okla., J. M. Bills of Creighton, Mo., and Rit Fish of St. Paul, Kans.; 27 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. The funeral services were conducted Monday at the Wilkinson Funeral Home and the body was taken to Crescent Hill cemetery at Adrian for burial.

VANNATTAN, Billy D.
b: Jul 30 1932, Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 28 2004, Lincoln, Benton Co, MO
bur: Lincoln Cemetery, Lincoln, Benton Co, MO
arr: Davis-Miller Funeral Home, Lincoln, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 1 2004 - Billy D. Vannattan, 72, Lincoln, died Thursday, October 28, 2004, at his home in Lincoln. He was born July 30, 1932, in Blairstown, the son of John and Hester Mae Payton Vannattan. On February 24, 1951, he married Marilyn Roades in Harrison, Arkansas, making their home in the Kansas City area. He was employed by Welders Products and Services of Kansas City for 30 years, before retiring to Lincoln in 1985. He was preceded in death by his wife Marilyn, on April 21, 1990, and his parents and three brothers. He is survived by four sons, Robert Vannattan, Forsyth, Montana, John Vannattan, Edwards, Billy Vannattan, Harrisonville, and Michael Vannattan, Lincoln; two daughters, Marilyn Butler, Orrick, and Patricia Perkins, Lee's Summit; one sister, Helen Sue Eager, Clinton; 17 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Sunday, October 31, at Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton. Burial was in Lincoln Cemetery.

VANNOSTER, Elsie M. NOWELL
b: Dec 16 1891, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 26 1933, Henry Co, MO
bur: Stones Chapel Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Jesse Vannoster died very suddenly at her home in the Stones Chapel neighborhood between five and six o'clock Tuesday evening, December 26, with a heart attack. She had been in her usual good health and had been to the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Nowell, at Montrose, where she had done their weekly washing. She came home and gathered the eggs, then she sat down, exhausted, and told her husband, "I am short of breath. I believe I am going to have a heart attack." Before her husband or her son could get help she was lifeless. Mrs. Vannoster was born December 16, 1889, in Henry County. She was married to Jesse Vannoster December 25, 1909. Mrs. Vannoster was one of the finest Christian women the Eye has ever known. She radiated happiness and good cheer to all, and the merry twinkle in her eyes left one with a warmer feeling after meeting her. She was jolly and enjoyed a hearty laugh as she always had a good time wherever she went. Interwoven with her bright outlook was the happiness and peacefulness of the true Christian. She belonged to the Stones Chapel Cumberland Presbyterian church and was a valued member of the Women's Missionary Society. To her belonged the contentment that comes from a complete confidence in her Maker. She was ever watchful of both the physical and spiritual welfare of her family, seeing that they were not only well-fed and warmly clad but were trained to follow the Christ. In trouble or sickness, Mrs. Vannoster was always present to lend a soothing touch, a helpful hand, or a kindly word. She gave with both her hand and her heart, and no task was too great for her to do. her last day was spent helping her parents with their washing, symbolic of the life of helpful kindness which was hers. She served as the Eye's valued Stones Chapel correspondent for a number of years, and the editor always enjoyed a visit from Mrs. Vannoster with her cheery voice and happy smile. She is survived by her husband, one daughter, Mrs. Edward Doll, south of Urich, and one son, Howard, of the home; also two grandchildren, whom she loved devotedly. One brother, James Nowell, who lives in Kansas, and her parents, at Montrose. The funeral will be held at Stones Chapel Thursday afternoon and burial in the cemetery nearby.

VANORMER, Florence INGRAM
b: Feb 12 1908, Holden, Johnson Co, MO
d: Jul 11 1991, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Florence Ingram was born in Holden February 12, 1908, the daughter of James Albert Ingram and Mary Barkley Ingram. She passed away at her home in Clinton July 11, 1991, after an illness of several months. She was married to Paul VanOrmer and the couple moved to Clinton in the early 1940s where Paul was employed as a conservation agent. She worked for several years for the J.C. Penney Company in Clinton, then later operated a kennel for small animals north of Clinton. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Clinton, the Twilight Garden Club, the Golden Valley Hospital Auxiliary and the Extension Club. She is survived by three sons, William Paul and James R. (Tootie) of Clinton and Gerald (Jerry) of Omaha, Nebraska; a sister, Alberta Nettleton, Grapevine, Texas; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren and a large circle of friends. Funeral services were Saturday, July 11, 1991, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens.

VANORMER, James Robert
b: Sep 28 1934, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Jul 17 1993, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - James Robert VanOrmer was born September 28, 1934, in Osceola, the son of Paul and Florence (Ingram) VanOrmer. He passed away July 17, 1993, at his home in Clinton at the age of 58. He grew up in Clinton and attended school here and graduated from Clinton High School in 1952. He was married to the former Kathleen Trainer and to this union two sons were born. They made their home for many years in Omaha, Nebraska. He was a sales manager for Napa Auto Parts in Omaha. He was with this company for 30 years before retiring and moving back to Clinton in 1983. He was a member of the United Methodist Church of Clinton. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen, of the home; two sons, David Wayne VanOrmer, Kileen, Texas, and Brian Keith VanOrmer, Omaha, Nebraska; two brothers, William Paul VanOrmer, Clinton, and Jerry Van Ormer, Omaha, Nebraska; five grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Tuesday, July 20, 1993, at the United Methodist Church in Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

VANORMER, Kathleen TRAINER
b: Mar 12 1935, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 15 2006, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 15 2006 - Kathleen VanOrmer, 70, Clinton, died Wednesday, February 15, 2006, at her home. Funeral services will be Friday, February 17, at Vansant-Mills Chapel with burial in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. She was born in Clinton. She was married to James Robert VanOrmer, who died July 17, 1993. She is survived by two sons, Davie Wayne VanOrmer of Kileen, Texas, and Brian Keith VanOrmer of Omaha, Nebraska; one brother John Trainer of Osceola; one sister, Mary Helen Hosack of Evansville, Indiana, as well as a number of grandchildren.

VANORSDALE, Edmond L.
b: Jan 1 1936, Mount Moriah, Harrison Co, MO
d: Jan 27 1994, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Edmond L. Van Orsdale was born January 1, 1936 in Mt. Moriah, Mo., the son of Laurie Edmond and Velma Pauline (Davis) Van Orsdale. He passed away Thursday, January 27, 1994 at his home near Clinton at the age of 58. Edmond lived in Cedar Rapids, Iowa before moving to Clinton eight years ago. Ed attended McKinley High School in Cedar Rapids and played football. He joined the U.S. Marines after high school and served in the Korean War. After the service he worked for Rockwell Collins Radio. Ed was married to Shirley Strong and to this union three sons were born. He moonlighted teaching dance at the Arthur Murray Dance Studio. Edmond later worked for a tree service and started his own tree business, which he ran for many years. Edmond moved to Colorado and then to Clinton to be near his sister, Karen. Edmond was an avid sportsman and loved to fish. He is survived by three sons, James Van Orsdale, St. James, Mo., David Van Orsdale, Las Vegas, Nevada, and Larry Van Orsdale, Casper, Wyoming; one daughter, Debbie Shuman, Las Vegas, Nevada; his mother, Pauline Klinge, Michigan; two sisters, Karen Williams, Clinton, and Joyce Schroder, Swisher, Iowa; and four grandchildren. Funeral services were Monday, January 31, 1994 at Consalus Chapel.

VANOSTER, Paul Claton
b: Sep 27 1928
d: Mar 2 1997, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Ft. Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, Leavenworth Co, KS
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Paul Claton VanOster, son of Pearl and Jessie King VanOster was born September 27, 1928, and died Sunday, March 2, 1997, at Veterans Medical Center, Kansas City. Paul's career was with the United States Army. Paul is survived by his son, John VanOster of Toledo, Ohio; one brother, Bobby VanOster of Belton; one sister, Wilma Palmer of Henrietta, as well as a number of nieces and nephews. Memorial services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel Saturday, March 8. Burial was in the National Cemetery, Leavenworth, Kansas.

VANSANDT, Bliss Jr.
b: Jan 11 1917
d: Dec 1 1996
bur: Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, Bates Co, MO
arr: Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville & Garden City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Funeral services for Bliss Vansandt, Jr., 78, Harrisonville, were Thursday, December 5, 1996, at the Dickey Funeral Home there. Mr. Vansandt was well-known in Democratic political circles in western Missouri. He was a former administrator for Cass County and earlier, had been a partner in a dairy farm and the Archie Lumber Company. He was an active member of the Shrine and was an Air Force veteran, serving in World War II. Survivors include his wife, Dottie, of the home, and numerous other family members. He was buried at Crescent Hill Cemetery near Adrian.

VANSANT, Cecil Leighton "Van"
b: Jul 23 1907, Ladue, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 12 2005, Burley, ID
bur: Sunset Memorial Park, Twin Falls, ID
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 24 2005 - Cecil Leighton "Van" Vansant, 97, Murtaugh, Idaho, died Saturday, February 12, 2005, at Park View Care and Rehabilitation Center in Burley, Idaho. Leighton was born in LaDue, July 23, 1907, to Arthur Lee Vansant and Luella Gutridge Vansant. He married Frances Meyers April 27, 1933. They moved to Idaho in 1934 and had lived in the Murtaugh area since that time. Leighton spent many years as a house painter all over Magic Valley. He enjoyed camping, hunting and especially fishing. He spent a lot of time with his extended family, enjoying family reunions and made many trips to Missouri to visit relatives there. In later years, he enjoyed going to lunch with his nieces and nephews. Leighton was a loving husband to Frankie, who preceded him to death. He was also preceded in death by one son, Bill Brown; his parents; three brothers and one sister. He is survived by a daughter-in-law, Betty Brown, Twin Falls, Idaho; one granddaughter, Amber Hansen; one great-grandson, David Brown; one sister-in-law Mary Vansant of Heyburn, and numerous nieces and nephews. A celebration of Leighton's life was held Thursday, February 17, at Reynolds Funeral Chapel. Burial followed in Sunset Memorial Park, Twin Falls, Idaho.

VANSANT, Elizabeth Jane VOYLES
b: Jul 11 1842, Madison Co, IL
d: Feb 6 1930, 2 mi NW of Ladue, Henry Co, MO
bur: Ladue Cemetery, Davis Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Elizabeth Vansant passed from this life into the life eternal at 6:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 6th. She had been ill of pneumonia for about a week. Elizabeth Jane Voyles was born July 11, 1842, in Madison county, Illinois, and was united in marriage, in that state, to S. A. Vansant, Oct. 16, 1862. They came to Missouri in the year of 1868, settling on the farm, two miles northwest of LaDue, at which place she passed away. Her husband preceded her in death nine years ago. They were among the most highly respected Henry county pioneers. To them were born nine children, all living except one, Mrs. Emma Barr, who passed away in Sept., 1888. Those left to mourn the death of a kind and loving mother are: G. F. Vansant, J. H. Vansant, A. L. Vansant and Mrs. Mattie Fellhauer, all of near the home; Mrs. Gale Grider, of Illinois; T. D. Vansant and Mrs. Ida Lawson, living in Clinton, and J. A. Vansant, at home, who has cared for her since the death of the husband and father. Mrs. Vansant was unusually active for one past 87 years of age. Her home was a place where not only the children and their families delighted to gather, but all who knew her found pleasure in visiting in her home. She could tell of so many interesting incidents of the early days. She was a member of the LaDue Christian church, practicing in her everyday life the teachings of the Master. Funeral services were held at the Christian church in LaDue, last Friday. Burial was in the LaDue cemetery.

VANSANT, Emmett Allen
b: Jun 6 1900, Henry Co, MO
d: Aug 10 2002, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 13 2002 - Emmett Vansant, 102, died on August 10, 2002. He was born and lived his entire life within a few miles of Clinton. He loved his community and had numerous friends. He was a businessman and farmer for practically all of his adult life. Emmett was born in a log cabin near Bear Creek, the second son of Thomas and Elnora Vansant. He, his two brothers and two sisters (all deceased) went to the Elm Branch School near LaDue. Emmett and his first wife, Elinor (deceased) were married for more than 50 years. They had three children - Bob (deceased), Jane and Carl - who brought much joy to their lives. Emmett was especially proud of his children and their families, including his 11 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Following Elinor's death, Emmett married Julia Hendrich. They were married for 20 years before her death in 1996. Emmett then found a loving caring partner, Bernice Woodward Everman. They were married in March 1997. Emmett's grandson, Tom Vansant, a Methodist minister, presided at their union. For his entire adult life, Emmett was active in the Clinton United Methodist Church. He was a grateful servant of Christ and enjoyed his membership in this Christian community. Emmett will be greatly missed by his loving family. A family burial service took place at graveside in Englewood Cemetery on Tuesday, August 13. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, August 14, at the Clinton United Methodist Church.

VANSANT, Joel Henry "Pink"
b: Aug 10 1867, near Stanton, IL
d: Mar 6 1940, Ionia, Benton Co, MO
bur: Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton MO - J. H. Vansant, old and respected resident of LaDue for about 70 years, died at the home of his sister-in-law, Mrs. Fannie Reed, of Ionia early Wednesday morning, March 6, 1940. Joel Henry Vansant was born in Illinois, near Stanton, August 10, 1867, and came with his parents, Samuel and Elizabeth Voyles Vansant, as an infant to a farm west of LaDue. Mr. Vansant attended the Elm Branch School and as a young man became a carpenter by trade, an able workman and fine upright individual. He was a member of the LaDue Christian Church in his youth, but several years go transferred his membership to the LaDue North Methodist Church. December 24, 1890, he married Miss Artie Elledge, who died in August 1923. Mr. Vansant was again married June 28, 1928, to Miss Florence Willis of Ionia, who died several years ago. He is survived by four brothers, Frank G., of near Montrose; James A., of near LaDue; Arthur L., of Montrose and Thomas David of Clinton; three sisters, Mrs. Gail Grider of Bloomington, Ill.; Mrs. Mattie Fellhauer and Mrs. Ida Lawson of Clinton. Mr. Vansant, who had lived alone since the death of his second wife, had lately been cared for by Mrs. Reed, as he was not well.

VANSANT, Julia Leota STEVENS HENDRICH
b: Jan 7 1905, Henry Co, MO
d: Sep 21 1996, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Julia Leota Vansant, daughter of John and Della (Wilson) Stevens, was born January 7, 1905, in Henry County, and died September 21, 1996, at the Westwood Nursing Home in Clinton at the age of 91 years. She was a lifelong area resident. She worked for McCune's Ladies Wear. She was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church and the Mt. Carmel Quilting Club. Leota was married to Frederick L. Hendrich and to this union six children were born. Mr. Hendrich preceded her in death on October 12, 1944. She was later married to Emmett A. Vansant who survives. She is also survived by four sons, Linvill Hendrich, Danville, California, John L. Hendrich, Kansas City, Chester E. Hendrich, North Augusta, South Carolina, and Donald L. Hendrich, El Paso, Texas; two daughters, Peggy Ann Clouse, Kansas City, and Mary Kay Stephens, Lawrence, Kansas, and 15 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Clinton United Methodist Church Tuesday, September 24. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

VANSANT, Mary Isabel CARTER
b: Mar 13 1908, Chloe, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Oct 4 2005, Heyburn, ID
bur: Sunset Memorial Park, Twin Falls, ID
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 19 2005 - Mary Isabel Vansant, a 97-year-old resident of Heyburn, Idaho, passed away Tuesday, October 4, 2005, at her home in Heyburn with her family by her side. Mary was born March 13, 1908, to Caroline and Robert Carter at Chloe, Missouri. She attended school in Clinton. She married Reginald Vansant on July 30, 1927, at Clinton. The couple had celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary before his death in 1996. They farmed in Missouri, Kansas and for many years at Milner. Besides assisting in farming and raising seven children, she worked at potato processing, retiring from Ore-Ida. For the last 42 years she had lived in Heyburn. Mary enjoyed fishing and camping trips with her family. Her last trip being a 10-day trip in July of this year! In the last years when she wasn't as active, she loved sitting in her chair at the dining room window enjoying the birds, flowers, neighborhood activities and waiting for frequent visits from her kids and several generations of grandkids. She was preceded in death by her parents, four sisters, a brother, her husband Reginald R. Vansant, daughter Carolyn Hendrick, two grandsons and three sons-in-law. She is survived by her daughters, Marjorie Bradshaw of Murtaugh, Shirley Ziegler of Tonapah, Nevada, Betty Lane of Heyburn, Janet (Melvin) Brady of Caldwell, Sharon (Terry) Lee of San Dimas, California, and one son, Davis (Karen) Vansant of Heyburn, also numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. A funeral was held Saturday, October 8, at Hansen Mortuary Burley Chapel, 321 East Main Street. Burial was in Sunset Memorial Park in Twin Falls, Idaho.

VANSANT, Reginald "R. R."
b: Apr 17 1905, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 30 1996, Heyburn, ID
bur: Sunset Memorial Park, Twin Falls, ID
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Reginald "R.R." Vansant, 91, Heyburn, Idaho, died Wednesday, October 30, 1996, at his home. He was born April 17, 1905, the son of Arthur Lee and Louella Vansant in Clinton. He married Mary I. Carter, July 30, 1927, in Clinton. He was a farmer in Missouri, Kansas and many years at Milner, Idaho. He worked at Ore Ida in Burley for 10 years and retired at 84 years old from the State of Idaho Inspection service. He loved his fishing streams, family camping trips, meals with his family and friends in the backyard, fishing trips with his brother Leighton. He loved traveling back to Missouri to visit friends and family. He loved his family, believed in God and was counted on to do more work than expected. He will long be remembered for his hard work, his fun-loving ways and his unusual sense of humor. He is survived by his wife, Mary of Heyburn; six children, Marjorie Bradshaw of Murtaugh, Shirley and Robert Zigler of Galt, Ca., Betty lane of Culterville, Ca., Davis and Karen Vansant of Heyburn, Melvin and Janet Brady of Caldwell, Idaho, and Sharon Vansant of Burley; one brother, Leighton and Francis Vansant of Murtaugh, and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and nephew and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, his twin brother, Richard, and brother, Leon, sister, Ione McMenemy and one daughter, Caroyln Hendricks. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 2, at the Hansen Mortuary Burley Chapel. Burial will follow in the Sunset Memorial Cemetery in Twin Falls.

VANSANT, Roscoe Bruce
b: Sep 20 1887
d: Oct 25 1889, W of Ladue, Henry Co, MO
bur: Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Nov 2 1889 - Ladue: One day last week, Mr. and Mrs. Vansandt and their two children were on Deepwater creek gathering hickory nuts in the rear of the Houck farm about a mile and a half west of Ladue. Thru a misunderstanding on the part of the parents, who each supposed the other was caring for the babes, they became separated for a short time from them and each other. On return, the younger, Roscoe Bruce, was missing. Immediate search being made, he was soon discovered in the creek, where he had fallen down its somewhat precipitous bank, and drowned. The child was immediately brought to town and examined by Drs. Miller and Wallis, who pronounced life extinct, and the parents are left to mourn their irreparable loss.

VANSANT, Ruth CROMER
b: Aug 26 1911, SW of Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 1 1995, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ruth Vansant, 84, Clinton, died Friday, December 1, 1995, at Meadowbrook Manor, Clinton. - Ruth Cromer Vansant was born August 26, 1911, To James H. Cromer and Bessie Johnson Cromer on a farm southwest of Deepwater. The family left the farm and moved to Deepwater so Ruth and her sister, Lillie, could attend high school. After high school, Ruth attended Central Missouri State Teachers College at Warrensburg and received a lifetime teacher's certificate. She taught in the one room schools of Farmers Institute, Glendale, Franklin and Independence in Henry county. Many of her students have fond memories of Miss Ruth and would visit her as often as possible. On August 1, 1940, she married James Corbett Vansant and to this union were born Carol Sue and Samuel Allen. Ruth made her home on the family farm until September 1989 when she moved into Kenton Place, Clinton, to be nearer her church. Her membership in the Clinton Church of the Nazarene was very dear to her and she was a well respected and admired member. She was well known for sending cards and notes for special occasions with inspirational messages. They were enjoyed by all ages. Ruth enjoyed her work at the nursing home in Lowry City from 1972 through 1986. Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband, James, August 16, 1971, and her daughter, Carol Sue Vansant Nightingale, January 8, 1988. She is survived by a sister, Lillie Lewis of Clinton; a son and daughter-in-law, Sam and Karen of Montrose; a son-in-law, DeLyon Nightingale and two granddaughters, Lydia Dawn and Corrie Jane Nightingale of Chickasha, Oklahoma; several nieces and a nephew and a host of friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Sunday, December 3. Burial was in the Bear Creek Cemetery, Montrose.

VANSANT, Susan V. MILLER
b: Jun 20 1860, S of Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 3 1935, NE of Montrose, Henry Co, MO
bur: Bear Creek Cemetery, Bear Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Spore & Son Funeral Home, Clinton, MO (historical)
Mrs. Frank Vansant entered eternity at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, January 3, 1935, at her home northeast of Montrose, near the Bear Creek church. Heart trouble, which had made her frail for some time, caused her death, when she contracted pneumonia. Susan V. Miller, daughter of James M. and Artemesa Miller, was born June 20, 1860, south of Clinton. Susan V. Miller's ancestry is traced back through a line of distinguished pioneer families. Her grandfather migrated from Scotland and settled in South Carolina. He later moved to Kentucky where her father was born. Her father moved from Kentucky to Illinois and later to Missouri. February 24, 1885, she was married to George Franklin Vansant at Montrose. They lived on a farm on Grand River one year after their marriage, then returned to Montrose and moved to their present home the following spring, where they have since lived continuously for 49 years. Had she lived until February 24th they would have celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. Here they maintained a home founded upon honesty and frugality and tempered by a love which has made possible a happy family life. Seven children - three boys and four girls came to bless this home. Six survive: Mrs. Alden Zehnder of Delmar; Edward Allen and James Corbett of the home; Mrs. Deck Miller of Paola, Kans.; Mrs. Clarence Cornell of Montrose; and Bernice Cosette, also of the home. All the children were present with their mother in her last illness. Roscoe Bruce preceded her in death in early childhood. Mrs. Vansant was seventh in a family of ten children - four girls and six boys. Two brothers only remain to mourn her passing; John S. Miller of Carlsbad, Calif., and Dr. James M. Miller of Montrose, who attended her in her last illness. Her eldest brother, Bruce, made his home with her the last eight years of his life. Besides her husband and six children, she leaves six granddaughters, one grandson, one great-granddaughter and a great host of more distant relatives. The grandson, James Edward Miller, was taken into the home at the age of 22 months and reared until he entered high school. She loved him as one of her own children and one of her last joys was seeing him Christmas week. Mrs. Vansant's long life was devoted to one of the highest of vocations - that of building and maintaining a worthy home. She was always found in her place and her life was marked by loving and faithful service to her family and friends. Her desire was to share what she had with others, especially the hospitality of her home. Even through her last illness she was solicitous for the welfare of those around her - deploring to cause them trouble. She never forgot to say "thank you" for any service rendered her. Her keen intellect functioned up till the moment of her death. She loved to quote many poems and beautiful passages of literature. She joined the M. E. church, South, at the age of 18 and continued her membership throughout life. She knew that her life's work was over and waited for the Master's call unafraid. Her life was a beautiful example of a willingness and determination to adapt herself to whatever situation life might present. Loving care of family and friends comforted but could not keep her. She may not come bake to them but they can go to her. Funeral services were conducted January 5, at Bear Creek Chapel. Those from a distance who attended the funeral were: Mrs. Earl Warner and Dugan Dale from Edwardsville, Kans.; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Frank, Bison, Mont.; Mr. and Mrs. Fritz Koelsch, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Overbeck, Mrs. Lille Miller, Mrs. Lillie Heldecker, Mr. and Mrs. Dick Miller and Jim Ed, Paola, Kans.

VANSICKEL, Ashley Leeann
b: 1992, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Jun 14 1994, Springfield, Greene Co, MO
bur: Resthaven Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Osceola Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Ashley Leeann VannSickel, 23 months old, Osceola, died Tuesday, June 14, at the Cox South Medical Center in Springfield. Ashley was born in Osceola. She is survived by her parents, Billy and Denise VanSickel of the home; two brothers, Brandon VanSickel of Camdenton and Brian VanSickel of Norfolk, Virginia; two sisters, April VanSickel of Camdenton, and Deanna Puffett of the home; her paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Bill VanSickel of Osceola; her maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Puffett of Collins; her maternal great-grandmother, Esther Posusto of Buffalo; one step-brother, Clint Barnhart of Osceola; two step-sisters, Tracy Barnhart and Kelly Barnhart, both of Jacksonville, Florida; aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives. Funeral services will be Saturday, June 18, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Resthaven Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

VANSICKEL, William E. "Bill"
b: abt 1925
d: Oct 2 2002, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Resthaven Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Osceola Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 4 2002 - William E. "Bill" Vansickel, 77, Osceola, died Wednesday, October 2, 2002, at the Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City. He was a retired iron worker. Funeral services are Monday, October 7, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola, with burial in Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Osceola.

VANSLYKE, Beverly F.
b: Jan 1 1913, near Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 22 1995, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery SU-VO, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Beverly F. Van Slyke, 82, Windsor, died Wednesday, February 22, 1995, at Truman Valley Healthcare Nursing Home in Windsor. He was born January 1, 1913, near Windsor, the son of James Franklin Van Slyke and Venetia Gertrude Strawn Van Slyke. On February 26, 1939, in Windsor, he married Emma Virginia Renfro, who preceded him in death August 20, 1984. Mr. Van Slyke owned and operated the Leeton Shield Newspaper, in Leeton, from 1964 to 1980, when he retired. He was a member of the Windsor United Methodist church and a member of the church choir, in which he sang for 65 years. He was a past member of the Leeton Lion's Club. He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Stephen and Sheryl, Van Slyke, Albany; two grandchildren, Steve Brett Van Slyke and Terri Sue Van Slyke, both of Albany; and several cousins. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Sue Ann. Funeral services will be Saturday, February 25, at the Windsor United Methodist Church. Burial will be in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

VANTUYL, Mark
b: abt 1961
d: Oct 19 2007, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 19 2007 - Mark Vantuyl, 46, Clinton, died Friday, October 18, 2007. Service arrangements are pending.

VANWINKLE, Beulah
b: abt 1917
d: May 29 1993
arr: Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Beulah VanWinkle, 76, formerly of the Brunswick area, died Saturday, May 29, 1993 at Meadow Brook Manor Nursing home. She is survived by four sisters, Lucille Daniels of Clinton, Opal Trundle of Urich, Pearl Clark of Kansas and Gertrude Heishman of Brunswick. Services will be in Brunswick on Tuesday at the Heisel-Koch funeral home. Sickman-Dunning was in charge of local arrangements.

VANWINKLE, Forrest L.
b: Sep 24 1919, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 31 1987, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
Forrest L. VanWinkle, 68, Leeton, died December 31, 1987, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton. He was born Sep 24, 1919, in Windsor, the son of Rufus and Rosa Larrison VanWinkle. On Feb 11, 1946, he married Mildred Lutjen in Fort Scott, KS. He owned and operated service stations in Leeton for 18 years and retired from the Central Missouri State University custodial department. He was preceded in death by an infant son, Robert, and one brother, Jessie. Surviving are his wife, of the home; five sons, Charles, David, Jim, Dennis and Bill; four sisters and one brother. Funeral services were held Jan 2 at Leeton Christian Church. Burial was in Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton.

VanWINKLE, James Ramson
b: Jun 3 1843, Mascoutah, IL
d: Mar 26 1910, near Mt. Zion, Henry Co, MO
bur: Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - On March 26 1910, at two o'clock in the morning, James Ramson Vanwinkle quietly passed away at his home near Mt. Zion. He was laid to rest at Good Hope. Born near Mascoutah, Illinois June 2, 1854; married Martha Elizabeth Dunnavant in 1875. Eight children, six living; Mrs. Ida Bailey of Webb City, Ed and Sam near Clinton, John near Gaines, Taylor near Excelsior Springs, and Robert at home with his parents. Two brothers and one sister near Coal, one sister in California, one brother near Webb City. (note: death certificate birth date and 1900 census: Jun 3 1843)

VANWINKLE, LaVonne "Teets" MILLER
b: Oct 31 1933, Racket, Benton Co, MO
d: Apr 24 2001, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, May 14 2001 - LaVonne "Teets" Van Winkle was born October 31, 1933, at Racket, the daughter of Claude and Nora Summers Miller. She died at her home April 24, 2001. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Harold Dean and Raymond, and one sister, Bonnie. She married Roy VanWinkle March 14, 1949. They shared 52 years together, working side-by-side. They had two daughters, Donna Jo and Darla Sue. She enjoyed her home very much and was known for her immaculate housekeeping, wonderful sense of humor, great iced tea and love for family and friends. Teets was confirmed at the age of eight at Mt. Olive Church in Wisdom. Survivors include husband, Roy; two daughters, Donna Jo Breshears and husband, Lonnie, Clinton, and Darla Sue VanWinkle, Eldorado, Kansas; two grandchildren, Sean Elges and Brandi Jo Breshears; two great-grandchildren, Andrea Nicole Elges and Haley Dawn Elges, all of Clinton; two brothers, William Miller and wife, Norma, Dillon, Montana, and Billy Miller and wife, Nancy, Sullivan, Illinois; four sisters, Wilma Austin and husband, Everett, Clinton, Hazel Shoemyer and husband, Julian, Monroe City, Louise Yamamoto and husband, Bob, Charleston, Illinois, Sue Miller, Henderson, Kentucky; sister-in-law, Hillis Miller of Bethany, Illinois; two special people, Kim Bybee and Melissa Walp; several nieces and nephews and many, many friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Thursday, April 26. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

VANWINKLE, Mariah Jane BIGGS
b: Mar 6 1848, Illinois
d: May 31 1924, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Clinton Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Entered into rest eternal about 8:45 p.m. Saturday, May 31st, the spirit of Mrs. Mariah Jane VanWinkle left the earthly body to dwell in the Eternal Home. She had been in declining health the past year and a few months ago became ill of stomach trouble. She had gotten better of that ailment, however, but recently she had neuralgia in the arms, shoulder and side, which went to her heart and she only lived a few minutes. It was a shock to the entire neighborhood, for she had never been unable to get about the house and had seemed better that day. Deceased was 76 years old the 6th of March. She was born in Illinois and was the daughter of James R. and Mary E. Biggs, deceased, who were among the highly esteemed citizens of Clinton for many years. Her mother preceded her in death only a few years ago, just lacking about a month of being 89 years old. On July 3, 1865, she was united in marriage with Moses VanWinkle, at Carthage, Illinois, who died about 43 years ago. She is survived by seven children: Mrs. Mary Easterbrook, San Francisco, Cal.; J. E. VanWinkle and J. F. VanWinkle, of Clinton; W. T. VanWinkle, Coffeyville, Kas.; Mrs. Mishie Fowler, Pittsburg, Kas.; Sam VanWinkle, Golden, Colo., and Mrs. Maude Crawford, Stuttgart, Ark. She also leaves a large number of grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. One grandchild, Mrs. frank Banning, of Kansas City, she raised from a small child. Three brothers and one sister survive - Alex Biggs and Mrs. Mary I. Smith, of California; Elmer Biggs, Clinton, and Alfred Biggs, Nevada. Deceased had resided on West Clinton street about 35 years. Previous to moving to Clinton she lived east of town. All who knew her loved her, for she was one of the noblest and sweetest of characters. Her life was one of loving ministry for those about her, always willing to give any service possible to help those in sickness or need. She was a member of the Methodist church. Nothing can prove her trust in God better than her own words when talking to a neighbor a year or so ago. She was telling of her hardships years ago, as she was left a widow at the age of 33 with her little children to raise. sometimes it was necessary for her to leave part of the children at the house while she would go to the fields or timber with the others. When asked if she was not afraid to leave them, she said: "No, I always left them in the care of the Lord," and in speaking of how good her neighbors were to help her, she said: "If we live right we will be taken care of." Her son, J. E. VanWinkle, and wife had resided with her for about two years, and she could not have had more tender and loving care than they gave her. Every wish was granted. The funeral services were conducted Wednesday, at the home, after which the remains were interred in Englewood.

VANWINKLE, Martha Elizabeth "Lizzie" DUNNAVANT
b: abt 1849
d: 1924, Henry Co, MO
bur: Good Hope Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Lizzie VanWinkle died at the home of her son, Sam VanWinkle, near the Gaines store, at 10:55 p.m. last Friday with heart trouble. She had been in poor health for some time, but was able to be up and about clear up until the day she died. She was 75 years old. Her husband had been dead 14 years. She is survived by the following children - Mrs. Ida Bailey, Renfro, Arizona; Ed VanWinkle, near Sparrow Store; John and Sam VanWinkle, near Gaines Store; Robert VanWinkle, Clinton; Taylor VanWinkle, Kansas City. The funeral services were conducted at Good Hope, Saturday. Interment in the cemetery near by. Deceased had been a devoted member of the Baptist church for many years.

VANWINKLE, Mildred L. LUTJEN
b: Apr 13 1925, Edmundson, St. Louis Co, MO
d: Dec 24 1995, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Mineral Creek Cemetery, Leeton, Johnson Co, MO
Mildred L. VanWinkle, 70, Warrensburg, died Sunday, Dec 24, 1995, at Western Missouri Medical Center. She was born on April 13, 1925, in Edmundson, the daughter of Leon Lutjen and Zora Boatright Lutjen. On Feb 11, 1946, she and Forrest VanWinkle were married in Fort Scott, KS. He preceded her in death on Dec 31, 1987. Mrs. VanWinkle had worked as head cook at Western Missouri Medical Center. She also was a member of the Leeton Christian Church. Survivors include five sons, Jim, Licking; Charles, Battlefield; Dennis, Bill and David, all of Warrensburg; one brother Roy Lutjen, Versailles. She was preceded in death by one son, Robert, at birth. Funeral services will be held Dec 27, at the Mineral Creek Cemetery.

VANWINKLE, Opal Mae MORGAN
b: May 17 1916, Cambria, WY
d: May 2 2004, Omaha, NE
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery SU-VO, Windsor, Windsor Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 13 2004 - Opal Mae VanWinkle, 87, Omaha, Nebraska, formerly of Windsor, died Sunday, May 2, 2004, at Nebraska Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation in Omaha, Nebraska. She was born May 17, 11916, in Cambria, Wyoming, the youngest daughter of James Joshua Morgan and Essie Naomi (Cullum) Morgan. Opal's mother died at an early age and she went to live with her Uncle Fred and Aunt Eva Freeman in Casper, Wyoming. In 1922, she moved with her father by covered wagon to Missouri where she grew to adulthood. On April 18, 1937, in Clinton, she married Wiley Gillett VanWinkle, who preceded her in death on December 19, 1989. Mrs. VanWinkle was a homemaker. She was a member of the Church of Christ, Omaha, Nebraska. Survivors include a daughter, Dorothy Mae Hillebran, Omaha, Nebraska; a son, Robert W. VanWinkle, Lycene, Kansas; eight grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Dewey. Graveside services were held Tuesday, May 6, at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

VARNER, Helen IRVIN HARNESS
b: Aug 24 1913, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Feb 26 2006, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Williams Funeral Chapel, Holden & Warrensburg, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 28 2006 - Helen (Harness) Varner, 92, Warrensburg, died Sunday, February 26, 2006, at Western Missouri Medical Center, Warrensburg. She was born in Lowry City August 24, 1913, the daughter of James and Mary Irvin. She graduated from Lowry City High School. In 1941 she married and moved to Kansas City. In 1957, she and her sister, Edith Whetstone, opened a beauty shop in Northeast Kansas City. In 1962 she began work as head teller at the Linwood State Bank. From 1964 to 1990, she was accountant and bookkeeper in the family farm operation. She was a 50+ year member of Eastern Star, Lowry City Chapter. She was a member of the Deepwater Presbyterian Church. In 1941 she married Richard Harness of Montrose, who died in 1956. In 1964 she married Ernest Varner of Deepwater, who died in 1990. She is survived by one daughter, Mary Jane Poynter and son-in-law Bill Poynter, Warrensburg; one granddaughter Susan Moellering and her husband David Moellering, and two great-grandchildren, Alex and Hannah Moellering, Manchester. She was preceded in death by her parents, James Irvin and Mary Wilkinson Irvin, and her five siblings, Arthur Irvin, Courtland Irvin, Mary Wilson, Wilbur Irvin and Edith Whetstone. Services will be Thursday, March 2, at Williams Funeral Chapel in Warrensburg. Graveside service will follow at Clinton Memory Gardens.

VARNER, Henry Wallis "Doc"
b: Apr 15 1914, Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 14 2006, Kansas City, Wyandotte Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 20 2006 - Henry Wallis "Doc" Varner, 92, Kansas City, Kansas, died Tuesday, November 14, 2006, at Presbyterian Manor, where he had lived since November 2001. Mr. Varner was born April 15, 1914, in Deepwater, the fifth son of Daniel Grant Varner and Ada Smith Varner. He married Erma Argabright of Deepwater in 1937 and moved to Kansas City where he worked at A. Reich and Sons Produce until 1943, when he began to work for Kansas City Power and Light Company. He retired in 1976 as plant production manager at Grand Avenue Power Station. Involved in Boy Scouts since the 1950s, Mr. Varner continued to be active in Scout Leadership for many years. He served on the Advancement Committee for the Tomahawk District and on the Board of Review for the Eagle Court of Honor. As a result of his many years of service, he earned the Silver Beaver Award, the highest honor bestowed by Boy Scouts in 1966. In 1983, he was honored with the George Meany scouting Award for Union Members in Scouting, the first such honoree in the Kansas City area. He was a member of the Boy Scout Mic-O-Say Tribe, where he was known as Clear Shining Star and Keeper of the Wampum. He always looked forward to his stays at the camp near Osceola. Mr. Varner also became active in the YMCA organization, as chairman of the Northeast YMCA. In addition, he served on the Committee for the East Side Clinic on 24th Street. He and Mrs. Varner were members of Messiah Church of the Brethren in Kansas City, where they were Deacons. As long as he was able, Mr. Varner was the unofficial electrical maintenance technician at the church. Mr. Varner was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Earl, William Elvie and James; wife Erma; son Robert Daniel; son-in-law Joe A Padilla and brother-in-law William Argabright. He is survived by two daughters, Roberta Varner of Kansas City, Kansas, and Elizabeth Padilla of Kansas City; two granddaughters, Michelle Erma Lucero of Kansas City and Roberta Amalia Bateman (Adam) of Oskaloosa, Kansas; two great-grandchildren, Elizabeth Lucinda Lucero and Joseph Melvin Bateman; three nieces, Janet Long (Rick) of Clinton, Doris Neuenschwander (Larry) of Deepwater and Rita Newman of Topeka, Kansas; two nephews, Don Varner (Carolyn) of Franklin, Massachusetts, and Charles Argabright (Candy) of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and sister-in-law Evelyn Argabright of Topeka. Services were Saturday, November 18, at the church.

VARNER, James Hadley
b: Oct 31 1908, near Deepwater, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 9 1996, 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 - James Hadley Varner was born October 31, 1908, west of Deepwater, to Daniel Grant and Ada Florence Smith Varner. He died at Golden valley Memorial Hospital November 9, 1996, at age 88. James spent all of his life in the Deepwater area until moving to Clinton in 1995. He married Zelma Mae Cobb July 3, 1936, and to this union three children were born, Doris Jean, Donald Lee and Janet Marie. James and Zelma celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on July 3, 1986. James was raised in the Deepwater Church of the Brethren and later joined his family at the First Baptist Church, Deepwater. James and Zelma owned and operated Varners' Grocery and Service Station for over 20 years. Always there for their family and friends whether it be delivering groceries or running tabs. They made it a favorite gathering place for the local residents. James was also a substitute mail carrier for many years. He served on the Deepwater School Board, Deepwater Housing Authority and Teays Chapel Cemetery Board for many years. James was a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason with membership in the Kansas City Scottish Rite Bodies. He was a past master of Montrose Lodge #408 prior to its affiliation with Clinton Lodge No. 548. James was preceded in death by his father and mother and three older brothers, Earl, William and Elvie. Surviving him are his three children, Doris Jean and Larry Neuenschwander of Deepwater, Donald and Carolyn Varner and Janet and Rick Long, all of Clinton; eight grandchildren, Debbie & Sean Vanslyke, Eddie Neuenschwander, Jimmy Neuenschwander, all of Joplin, Billy Neuenschwander of Deepwater, Autumn and Bryan Baker of Centerview, Daniel Varner of Clinton, James Roy Long and Brian Dion Long of Springfield and one great-granddaughter, Amanda Vanslyke of Joplin. Also surviving is one brother, Henry Wallis and Erma Varner of Kansas City; one sister-in-law, Alberta Shepard of Clinton, and a number of nieces and nephews and cousins and numerous friends. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel Tuesday, November 12. Burial was in the Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Clinton.

VARNER, Zelma Mae COBB
b: Jun 18 1917, Benton Co, MO
d: Apr 1996
bur: Clinton Memory Garden Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Zelma Mae Cobb Varner was born June 18, 1917, at Fairfield, in Benton County, to Walter Ernest and Martha Orlena Breshears Cobb. Zelma grew up in rural Benton and Henry, counties with her two sisters, Zula and Alberta. Two older brothers died in infancy. She began her education in Brownington and finished her education in Deepwater. She married James Hadley Varner July 3, 1936. They lived most of their married life in Deepwater. To this union three children were born, Doris Jean, Donald Lee and Janet Marie. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Deepwater where she was actively involved in church affairs as long as her health permitted. James and Zelma owned and operated Varner's Service Station and Grocery in Deepwater for over 20 years. After their retirement they enjoyed a trip to the Holy Land. One of the highlights of their marriage was the celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary held in their home in Deepwater on July 3, 1986. She enjoyed the company of her family and many longtime friends. She never net a stranger and always had a smile. Due to Alzheimer's Disease she spent the last seven years of her life in Meadowbrook Manor in Clinton. Preceding her in death were her father and mother; two older brothers, Ray and Francis, and an older sister, Zula. Surviving her are husband, James, and children, Doris Jean and Larry Neuenschwander of Deepwater, Donald and Carolyn Varner, and Janet and Rick Long of Clinton; grandchildren Debbie and Sean Vanslyke, Eddie Neuenschwander, Jimmy Neuenschwander, all of Joplin, and Billy Neuenschwander of Deepwater, Autumn and Daniel Varner of Clinton, James Roy and Brian Dion Long of Springfield; great-granddaughter, Amanda Vanslyke and sister, Alberta Shepard of Clinton, and nieces, nephew and cousins. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Monday, April 29. Burial was in the Clinton Memory Gardens.

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