Henry County Missouri Obituaries
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WADDELL, Julia A.
b: Mar 24 1859, Wisconsin
d: Dec 13 1895, near Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Dec 21 1895 - Mrs. Julia Waddell's funeral was preached at the Baptist church Sunday morning at 11. She was born in Wisconsin March 24, 1859 and in 1879 joined the Baptist church in this city. In 1884 she was united in marriage with J. W. Waddell, who survives her with a seven-year-old son, Morris, a loving child.

WADDELL, Louisa BENNING
b: Jan 1 1826, near Louisiana, Pike Co, MO
d: Jan 21 1905, NE of Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri - At 1:20 o'clock Saturday afternoon, January 21, Mrs. Louisa Waddell died at the home of her daughter Mrs. George Spangler, three miles northeast of Clinton. About a year ago she was seriously ill of asthma, but recovered and had no more trouble from that malady until one week before her death, when it returned. Her death was very sudden. About 12:30 she sat up and ate dinner apparently no worse. The end came as a gentle sleep; breathing became easy and she passed away as if in calm repose. The member sof the family went to her bedside; but her spirit had gone to God who gave it. the death sickle had reaped the ripened grain. Loving hands cared tenderly and faithfully during the whole of her stay in that home and to the end her's had been a long and useful life. She was born near Louisiana, Pike County, this state, January 1, 1826, and died near Clinton, January 21, 1905; was therefore seventy-nine years and twenty-one days old. Her mother Mrs. Maria Benning died when she was nine months of age, a little later her father became blind. Thus was she left to the care of her brothers and sisters, being raised principally by the old colored mammy, a slave belonging to the family. At the age of eighteen she was married to James P. Waddell of Kentucky. Of this union twelve children were born. January 28, 1875, her husband died, leaving her with the care of the family. All lived to reach manhood and womanhood. With her husband she joined the Baptist Church in Pike County, from which she removed her membership to the Baptist Church in Huntingdale, Henry County, in 1867; in the meanwhile the family moved to a farm three miles northwest of Clinton, purchased from B. Collins, now deceased. In the early part of the 1890's her son-in-law bought the farm and she moved to Clinton residing there until April 1903, when she went back to the farm and lived with her daughter and familyl until called to the "Home of the Soul". Eight children, Mrs. Nancy Maddox of Hannibal, Missouri; O. P. Waddell, temporarily of Henry County; Mrs. Czarina Geery, Wenatchee, Washington; J. W. Waddell, one and one-half miles northwest of Clinton; Mrs. Louisa Owen, Garland, Missouri; Mrs. Bell McVay, Wisdom, Montana; Mrs. Ada M. Spangler, in the home where she died; Mrs. Lillie Alexander, LaDue, Missouri; 38 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren, and one sister inPike county survive her. WWith exception of the daughter in Hannibal (who visited her two years ago) she saw all her living children last fall. Four children - Mrs. Ella Meyer, George, Emma and Nicholas Waddell preceded her to the other shore. The two grandchildren, made orphans by the death of Gotleib and Ella Meyer, were entrusted to her care. She raised Mrs. Effie Major and Roy Meyer.

WADE, Alsie Ione FORD
b: Jan 22 1911, Henry Co, MO
d: Jan 29 2001, Kent, WA
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Feb 20 2001 - Alsie Ione Wade died peacefully on January 29, 2001, in Kent, Washington, at the age of 90 years. Ione was born January 22, 1911, on a farm in Henry County, to Charley and Grace Jones Ford. Ione married Owen M. Wade on May 20, 1935, in Clinton. He preceded her in death on January 22, 1985. She worked for Brown Manufacturing where she made Chinese Checkers Boards and later for the Reynolds Manufacturing Company. While living in Clinton she was a member of the Clinton Christian Fellowship Church. She moved to Renton, Washington, seven years ago to be closer to her children. Ione was preceded in death by her parents, Charley and Grace Ford, and her husband, Owen (Shorty) Meredith Wade. She is survived by her daughter, Deloris Woods and husband, Edward, Renton, Washington, and her son, William Wade and wife, AnaLee of Fair Oaks, California; one granddaughter, Pamela Sue Woods of Renton, Washington; one grandson, Derek Nolan Wade of Manchester, England; three great-grandchildren, Katrina, Amber and Christian Backman of Renton, Washington. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Saturday, February 3. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

WADE, Dale Frank
b: 1929
d: 2003
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 15 2003 - Dale Frank Wade, 73, Deepwater, died Friday, September 12, 2003, at his home. Memorial services will be held at a later date in Ash Flat, Arkansas. He was born October 23, 1929 in Ash Flat to Willis Edward and Viola Spaugh Wade. He married the former Gertrude Hamm, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death were his parents and three brothers, Jesse Wade, Kenneth Wade and Kennard Wade. He was employed as a painter for Holiday Inn Motel in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and was a member of the Baptist faith. Surviving are one brother, Alex Wade, Ash Flat; four sisters, Ruby Weaver and her husband Harvey, Midwest City, Oklahoma, Opal Burton and her husband Harold, Deepwater, Willola Pemberton and her husband Elmer, Warsaw, and Mary Burton and her husband Charles "Doc", Deepwater, and several nieces and nephews. Services were under the direction of Consalus-Bradley Funeral Home.

WADE, Delores COLLINS
b: Jul 22 1933, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: Aug 15 1997, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery WA-WH, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat - Delores Wade, 64, Windsor, died Friday afternoon, August 15, 1997, at the Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born July 22, 1933, in Windsor, the daughter of Jesse William Collins and Katie Elvina (Richardson) Collins. She was a homemaker and a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Windsor. Survivors include two sons, Richard Dennis Collins, Windsor, and Terry Lynn Wade, Windsor; three daughters, Ila Ellis and Kathy Williams, both of Windsor, and Jackie Morris, Biloxi, Mississippi; five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters. Graveside funeral services were Monday, August 18, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

WADE, Eleanor
b: Dec 22 1909, near Creighton, Cass Co, MO
d: Nov 13 1992, near Creighton, Cass Co, MO
bur: Urich Cemetery, Bogard Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Miss Eleanor Wade was born December 22, 1909 near Creighton, the daughter of Charles Benton and Nellie Mae (Ruckel) Wade. She departed this life November 13, 1992 at her home near Creighton, at the age of 82 years, 10 months, 21 days. Eleanor was a farmer and stockman and worked with her brother, Lawrence, on the family farm until his death. She enjoyed nature, the outdoors and working in her flower garden. Eleanor attended Creighton School and was a graduate of Urich High School, Urich. She was a lifelong area resident. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her two brothers, Lawrence and George W. Wade, Sr. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Dona Jo Wade, Creighton; three nephews, George W. Wade, Jr., Robert L. Wade, both of Creighton, MS First Class Charles B. Wade, Long Beach, Ca.; one niece, Mary L. Green, Clinton; four great-nieces, Melissa and Crystal Green, stephanie and Jacqueline Wade; one great-nephew, Benjamin Green, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Monday, November 16, 1992 at Dickey Chapel, Garden City. Burial was in Urich Cemetery.

WADE, John Ballanger
b: Jan 7 1894, Henry Co, MO
d: Jun 17 1963, Henry Co, MO
bur: Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Funeral services for John B. Wade, 69, Shawnee Mound, who died unexpectedly of a heart attack at his home at 10:00, Monday, June 17, 1963, were conducted at the Consalus Funeral Home, at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 19, by the Rev Roy Southers of the Shawnee Mound Cumberland Presbyterian Church, of which Mr. Wade was a member. Interment was in Shawnee Mound Cemetery. John Balanger Wade was born Jan 7, 1894, in Henry County, in the Shawnee Mound area, the son of the late Louis D. and Martha Bailey Wade. He spent his entire life in Henry County. A great part was at Shawnee Mound where he had operated a garage at one time, later a grocery and feed business. He also was well-known in the trucking business. He was a veteran of World War I. Mr. Wade married Miss Louise Callen on Feb 26, 1921, to which union two daughters were born. They established their home in the vicinity where they since had remained. Survivors include his wife, Louise, of the home; two daughters, Mrs. L. W. (Rosamond) Barton, Grand Rapids, MI and Mrs. Don (Betty Lou) Arwood, Clinton; three grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. John Gill, Los Angeles, CA; a niece; other relatives and friends.

WADE, Louis David
b: Dec 15 1856, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 1936, Shawnee Mound, Henry Co, MO
bur: Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Wilkinson Funeral Home, Clinton, MO (Historical)
Louis D. Wade died at his home at Shawnee Mound at 10:10 p.m. Monday from the infirmities of old age. Since the death of his wife several years ago, he had made his home next door to his son, John B. Wade, who attentively cared for his father. Louis David Wade was one of the old residents of Henry county, having spent all his life in Henry and Johnson Counties. He was born in Henry County December 15, 1856, of Kentucky parents. His father came to Missouri from Hopkinsville, Cumberland County, Kentucky, and his mother having died when he was a small boy, he was reared by Aunt Nancy Gregory. Mr. Wade was a farmer, industrious, of upright principles and possessor of an integrity which always characterized him. He was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian church. He is survived by two sons, John B. Wade of Shawnee Mound and Will Wade of Kansas City; two daughters of Los Angeles, Calif., Mesdames Carl Bader and I. B. Sparks; also two half brothers, John and Tom Wade of Kansas City and Post Oak respectively. Three grandchildren are also left. The funeral services were Wednesday at Shawnee Mound and the body was laid to rest in Shawnee Mound cemetery. Wilkinson Funeral Service in charge.

WADE, Louise May CALLEN
b: Jan 23 1901, Oklahoma
d: Mar 3 1980, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Shawnee Mound Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Louise May Wade was born January 23, 1901, in the state of Oklahoma. Her parents, Francis M. and Lillian Callen, moved to Missouri while she was a young girl. They lived in the Hortense area before moving to the Shawnee Mound community, where she spent the rest of her life. She married John B. Wade on February 26, 1921. Her husband preceded her in death in 1963. She became a member of the Shawnee Mound Cumberland Presbyterian Church in 1924 and was a member of the Ladies Aid for many years. She continued to run Wade's Store after her husband's death until her health began failing her. She is survived by two daughters, Rosamond Barton, Tipp City, OH, and Betty Lou Arwood, Chilhowee; one granddaughter, Glenda Pittman, two grandsons, David Barton and Gary Arwood, and one great-granddaughter, April Arwood. She is also survived by one brother, Edgar Callen. One brother, Delbert Callen, and one sister, Thelma Gildersleeve, preceded her in death. Nieces include Frances, and Zoe Ann Tapscott; Nephews, Harlan Callen, Kenneth Callen and William Callen. She died at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton at the age of 79. Funeral services were held March 3, 1980. Burial was in Shawnee Mound Cemetery.

WADE, Nadine
b: abt 1931
d: Aug 7 2007, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Cremation
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 9 2007 - Mrs. Nadine Wade, 76, Garden City, died Tuesday, August 7, 2007, at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City. A celebration of life visitation will be held Saturday, August 11 at Garden City Community Building, Garden City. Cremation.

WAFEL, Hazel Helene STEELE
b: Dec 23 1908, near Dresden, Perry Co, MO
d: Jun 4 2005, Montrose, Henry Co, MO
bur: Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 15 2005 - Hazel Helene Steele, 96 1/2, was born December 23, 1908, near Dresden. She was the daughter of the late James Albert Steele and Minnie Pauline (Rains) Steele. She died early June 4, 2005, at the home of her daughter Aileene Mayer of Montrose. She enjoyed going to Sunday School and started at age four, joining the Pleasant Gap Christian Church at age 12. She attended Orchard Grove School for her grade school years and attended Butler High School, graduating with the class of 1927. Hazel was united in marriage to Alfred Louis Wafel March 22, 1933, at Adrian by Pastor Hood; a family friend from Pleasant Gap Christian Church. To this union one daughter, Mildred Aileene, was born. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary March 1983 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Appleton City. After her marriage she joined the Trinity Lutheran Church in Appleton City and was an active member until her health failed. She also enjoyed going to the Ladies Aid and helping the ladies quilt. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Alfred in 1987, and her brother William Major Steele of California in 1977; one sister Jessie Woodrow Long, Salt Lake City, Utah, in October 2003; a son-in-law Kent Johnson, and a brother-in-law Alvin Long. She is survived by her daughter Mildred Aileene Mayer, Montrose; three grandchildren, Paula Kay and husband John Kinder, Clinton, Dennis Mayer, St. Peters, and Stephen Mayer and wife Kelly, Lee's Summit; six great-grandchildren, Chris and Nick Johnson, Springfield, Dustin Johnson, Clinton, Megan, Danielle and Kyle Mayer, lee's Summit; three step-great-grandchildren, Dawn and Joshua Timberlake of Chicago, Illinois, and Joshua Kinder, Chatham, Illinois; several nieces and nephews, Jim Long and wife Maxine, Salt Lake City, Utah, Dick Long and wife Kay, Oxnard, California, Robert Wafel, Evonne and Bob Jones, Katherin and John Parsons Jr. and Donald Harms, all of Appleton City, Marilyn and Kent Hatcher of Texas, Roger Harms and wife Carol, Cape Giardeau. She loved the farm life of raising a big garden, tending to thousands of baby chicks and helping on the farm with the tractor was her joy. They raised Leghorn pullets for the eggs for Clinton Hatchery and milked cows for the cheese factory. She enjoyed visiting with family, friends, neighbors and especially spending time with her daughter, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a devoted wife and a loving mother, a wonderful grandmother and great-grandmother and a caring friend. Funeral services were held at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, Tuesday, June 7. Burial was in Appleton City Cemetery.

WAGGONER, John Paul
b: Jul 17 1939
d: Oct 8 2007, Deepwater, Henry co, MO
bur: Cremation
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 9 2007 - John Paul Waggoner, age 68 of Deepwater, Missouri passed away Monday, October 08, 2007, at his home in Deepwater. John’s wishes were to be cremated with no services. John is survived by his wife Ruth of the home; two stepsons, Steve Hunt and wife Marie of Sedalia, Missouri and Curtis Gray and wife Susan of Andover, Kansas; nine grandchildren, Mandy Shull, Steven Hunt, Bryon Hunt, Stephanie Hunt, Bradley Hunt, Caitlin Hunt, Amber Gray, April Gray, and Jesse Gray; two great grandchildren, Zach Shull and Savannah Neal.

WAGNER, Bonnie Jeane COLLINS
b: Sep 16 1925, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
d: Aug 15 2005, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
bur: Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 16 2005 - Bonnie Jeane Wagner, 79, Sedalia, died Monday, August 15, 2005, at the Four Seasons Living Center in Sedalia. She was born on September 16, 1925, in Kansas City, the daughter of the late Joe Collins and the late Anna Cloverdyke Collins. Her parents divorced and later her mother married Edward Brown, who raised her as his own. She was a graduate of Westport High School and worked in the accounting office of the Livestock National Bank during World War II. At the end of the war, she married Edward H. Wagner march 22, 1946, in Kansas City. She was active in the Women's Auxiliary of the Ararat Mounted Guard. She was the bookkeeper for Wagner, Huffman and Burlington Livestock Commission Company for several years before retiring. Due to illness they bought a home in Sedalia. Survivors include her husband Edward Wagner, Sedalia; two sons, Michael Wagner and wife Martha, Clinton, and Edward Wagner and wife Cheryl, Atchinson, Kansas; a daughter Susan Eniff and husband William, Lee's Summit; a brother-in-law, John E. Wagner and wife Virginia, Nixa; five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; one nephew, David Wagner of Lake Lotawana, and one niece, Peggy Wagner of Chicago, Illinois. Her grandparents, Martin and Johanna Cloverdyke, and her stepfather Edward Brown, also preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held Friday, August 19, at the Sweeney-Phillips and Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg. Burial will be in Sunset Hill Cemetery in Warrensburg.

WAGNER, Frank
b: 1846, Rhine Bavaria
d: Jun 18 1925, 2 mi S of Montrose, Henry Co, MO
bur: St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Frank Wagoner, aged about 78 years, who made his home with his son, two miles south of Montrose, killed himself by hanging shortly after noon Thursday of last week. He was found dead at the barn about 2 p.m., having a rope tied around his neck and the other end of the rope around his waist. He had climbed up on the tall box, from which he jumped. W.T. Jennings, coroner, held an inquest late that afternoon, the jury's verdict being that he had died from strangulation, as the fall had not broken his neck. Mr. Wagoner had been in poor health for some time, being a cripple, having had an operation for the removal of some dead bone from his leg, and had use a crutch in walking. He had had spells of despondency and at one time had asked his son to buy him some poison. Just a day or two before his death he had asked to go to the creek fishing, but the son kept him from going, knowing that he might be thinking about drowning himself. Deceased was well known in the vicinity of Montrose, and was held in high esteem by all his acquaintances. He was a member of the Catholic church. His wife preceded him in death several years ago. Funeral services were conducted at Immaculate Conception church Monday morning, June 22nd. Interment was in the Catholic cemetery.

WAGNER, Mary Elizabeth HARRISON
b: Sep 25 1855, Virginia
d: Apr 17 1901, Henry Co, MO
bur: Stones Chapel Cemetery, Walker Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Apr 1901 - Died, Mrs. Mary E. Wagner, who had been afflicted with a cancer since September. Born in Virginia in 1855 and was the only daughter of Judge Harrison, near Stones Chapel. Her father, three own brothers, and one half-brother, are living. John near Piper; Henry near Montrose, and with him, Jeff the young half-brother; also Mort near Delmar. She came to Missouri with her father's family when small and married John W. Wagner in 1875. Especially painful is the separation of this good wife and mother from her only child, Miss May, a prominent young stenographer. Funeral at Stones Chapel.

WAGNER, Rosalia Clementine ZEHRER
b: Oct 17 1906, Breese, IL
d: Feb 2 2004, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: St. Marys Cemetery, Montrose, Deepwater Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 6 2004 - Rosalia Clementine Wagner, the daughter of Frank and Elizabeth M. (Dieker) Zehrer, was born October 17, 1906, in Breese, Illinois. She died February 2, 2004, at Ellett Memorial Hospital in Appleton City, at the age of 97 years. When Rosalia was two-years-old her father was killed in a coal mining accident in Breese, Illinois. Years later her mother married Lois Guenther October 21, 1929. they moved to Montrose area where she had spent the remainder of her life. Rosalia was united in marriage to William Edward Wagner October 21, 1929, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Montrose. To this union two children were born. At the time of her death, Mrs. Wagner was the oldest member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church where she had also been a member of the Altar Sodality. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one sister, Catherine Wagner; one brother, Alphonse Guenther; one half-sister, Nellie Grant, and a step-great-grandson, Clay Allen Huff. She is survived by her son, Willard Wagner, and a daughter, Gloria Johnston, both of Montrose; two half-sisters, Hildegard Daniel, Overland Park, Kansas, and Gertrude Kelly, Anaheim, California; one grandson, Russell Johnston and wife, Katy, Clinton; two step-granddaughters, Billie Jo and husband Jack Huff, Clinton, and Beth Ann and husband John Hassler, Washington, and step-great-grandchildren, Tony and Jacob Hassler, Bonnie and Chance Huff and Jacob and Kayla Callahan. Rosalia was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a great lady who was a friend to everyone. She was an excellent cook and loved to garden and care for her flowers. Funeral services were at Immaculate Conception Catholic church, Montrose, Friday, February 6. Burial was in St. Mary's Cemetery, Montrose.

WAGNER, Stephen Robert
b: Aug 3 1956, Rochester, NY
d: Dec 20 2005, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Cremation
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 21 2005 - Stephen Robert Wagner, 49, died Monday, December 20, 2005 at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. He was born August 3, 1956 in Rochester, New York, son of Robert Franklin and Evelyn Louise Ackerman Wagner. He was a helicopter operator. Preceding him in death is his father. Survivors include his mother, one son, Joshua, one daughter, Jessica, one brother, Gregory Wagner, two sisters, Karyn Wagner and Gail Wagner, three grandchildren and one uncle, William Ackerman and wife, Barbara. Memorial services for Mr. Wagner will be held at a later date. Cremation is under the direction of Consalus Funeral Home.

WAGONER, Charles Elmer
b: Jan 6 1881, Laclede Co, MO
d: Jan 19 1943, Lebanon, Laclede Co, MO
bur: Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Laclede Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Jeffery, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wagoner, Homer Wagoner, Mrs. H. O. Wagoner and Sophia of Clinton, and Mrs. Glen Finks of Kansas City attended the funeral last Thursday of C. E. Wagoner of Lebanon, brother of the late H. O. Wagoner, who passed away at the Wallace Memorial Hospital January 19, 1943 just 11 days after his brother had preceded him in death. He became ill on returning home after attending the funeral of his brother and was taken to the hospital, where he passed away early that morning. Mr. Wagoner was born at Lebanon, January 6, 1881, and lived there practically all his life. He was married to Miss Delia Griffin, who survives him with three children, Floyd and Warren Wagoner and Mrs. Bernard Ivey, all of Lebanon, also two grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted January 21 at White Oak Pond Church. Interment in the cemetery nearby.

WAGONER, Doris Eileen CHAIN
b: Mar 11 1921, Lancaster, Atchison Co, KS
d: Dec 25 1998, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat - Doris Eileen Wagoner, daughter of John Chain and Eva Cross Chain, was born March 11, 1921, in Lancaster, Kansas, and died December 25, 1998, at Westwood Home, Clinton. Doris lived in Blackwater where she met and married Homer Joseph Wagoner on August 23, 1939, in Booneville. They later moved to Clinton where she helped Homer on the farm. She loved to crochet, make candy and made many cakes. She loved to go to the rodeo and travel. She taught cake decorating classes at the Clinton United Methodist Church where she was a member. She also belonged to the United Methodist Women. Doris is survived by her son, Eddie and wife, Sandy, of Clinton; four grandchildren, Denise Marek, Brent Wagoner, Marla Woods and Jo Leigh Wagoner; two brothers, John Chain of Lincoln and Jim Mahieu of Atchison, Kansas, and one sister, Virginia Wilson of Blackwater; as well as six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her loving husband, Homer, who died November 5, 1998. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel Monday, December 28. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

WAGONER, Homer Joseph
b: Dec 20 1916, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 5 1998, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Homer Joseph Wagoner, son of Homer O. and Minnie (Jageman) Wagoner, was born December 20, 1916, in Clinton, and died November 5, 1998, at the Westwood Nursing Center, Clinton, at the age of 81 years. Homer was a farmer and cattle buyer for many years, as well as co-owner of Wagoner Feed and Seed along with his brother, Bob. He coached Little League for several years. Homer was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Bob Wagoner. He is survived by his wife, Doris; his son, Eddie; two sisters, Sophia Moore and Helen Finks; four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Saturday, November 7. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

WAGONER, Loretta Jean DOUGLAS
b: May 8 1936, Creighton, Cass Co, MO
d: Jul 14 1996, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Loretta Jean Douglas was born on May 8, 1936, to Willard and Flossie Douglas of Creighton. She died Sunday, July 14, 1996, at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City. Jean, her three sisters and one brother, grew up in Creighton and attended Creighton schools all 12 years. She was a member of the Creighton Christian Church. After graduation from high school in 1954, Jean worked in Kansas City for Cousins Furniture. She married Joseph Dale Wagoner, son of Mable and Robert Wagoner of Clinton, on August 14, 1955, here at the United Methodist Church. Joe was employed in his father's business, Wagoner Feed and Seed, while Jean worked first for Lindstrom Hatcheries and then for J. Johnson Tax Service. their marriage was enriched by the births of two children, Joe Douglas and Darla Jean. After a few years, Joe and Jean moved their young family to Kansas City where Joe was a salesman for Kenworth Truck. Eventually they began to feel strongly about raising their children in a more rural setting, so they purchased a general store in Creighton and moved there. The family business thrived and they later added a cafe/restaurant. After the death of Joe's father, they decided to sell their store and reopen Wagoner Feed and Seed. Until July 7, 1996, Jean worked faithfully alongside her husband Joe, and son Doug, to make their store a success. Their son-in-law, Wiley, also worked in this family business for many years. Jean's parents, twin infant brothers and infant sister, preceded her in death. She leaves behind her devoted husband of 40 years; two children, Doug, his wife Danita, and Darla, her husband Wiley; grandsons, Josh, Dustin and Coulter; three sisters, JoAnne Miller, Janice Coy and Judy Hartzler; one brother, Bill Douglas, and many friends and relatives. Funeral services were held at the United Methodist Church, Clinton, Wednesday, July 17. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

WAGONER, Robert Edwin
b: Dec 8 1908, near Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Sep 17 1974, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
The Clinton Eye, Clinton MO, Oct 17 1974 - Robert Edwin Wagoner, son of Homer O. and Minnie Jageman Wagoner, was born near Clinton, Mo. on Dec. 8, 1908 and passed away at golden Valley Memorial Hospital September 17. He resided in or near Clinton most of his life. For a few years the family lived at Lebanon and he united with the Christian Church and later attended the Clinton United Methodist Church. On December 9, 1932 he was united in marriage to Mable Coulter. Three children were born to this union. He was engaged in dairy farming for many years. They moved to Clinton in 1951 where he was associated with the Wagoner Feed and Seed Co. The past few years he was in the hog business. He was for many years active with the Little League, Babe Ruth and American Legion baseball teams and will be sadly missed in this capacity. He was preceded in death by his father, mother and twin sisters, who died in infancy. He is survived by his wife Mable of the home; three sons, Don and Ted of Clinton, Joe of Creighton; three daughters-in-law, Myrna, Jean and Sandra; four grandsons, Don Jr., Doug, Jeff, Tracy; four granddaughters, Karen, Cindy, Darla, Stacy. Also surviving is one brother Homer, of Clinton; two sisters, Mrs. Glen (Helen) Finks of Clinton and Mrs. Harry (Sophia) Moore of Fort Huachuca, Arizona; nephews, nieces, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were September 19 at the United Methodist Church. Pall bearers were nephews Paul Snyder, Terry Finks, Larry Hebert, Melvin Coulter, Eddie Wagoner, David Huenefeldt. Interment at Englewood Cemetery.

WAGONER, Ted Eugene
b: Apr 14 1940, near Quarles, Henry Co, MO
d: Sep 19 1999, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 24 1999 - Ted Eugene Wagoner was born April 14, 1940, in the Quarles area on Easter morning to R. E. (Bob) and Mable Wagoner. He passed from this life September 19, 1999, at St. Luke's Northland Hospital in Kansas City after a brief illness. He attended Little Grant and Jefferson Park grade schools. He graduated from Clinton High School in the spring of 1958 and entered the United States Navy where he served for four years. Ted married Sandra Sue Hoover on March 9, 1963, in Clinton. After returning to Clinton he started working for his parents in the family grain elevator business and raising feeder pegs and cattle. After the sale of the family business, he sold cars for a brief time before purchasing McDowell and Johns and later Wagoner Electrical Contracting with his son, Tracy. He was an avid golfer and belonged to the Clinton Country Club where he just finished serving on the board. He also belonged to the elks. Ted attended the Clinton United Methodist Church where he was a longstanding member. Ted was a nature lover. He delighted in bird watching from the deck or kitchen of his home, carefully listening to the different species that visited his feeders. He took delight in catching a glimpse of the turkey or deer that frequented their backyard. Perhaps his greatest love was his grandchildren, Andrew Gagelin, 12, Beth Gagelin, 9, Ceci Fyock, 5, and future granddaughter, Bethany Doll, 7. Ted wanted most to live long enough to see his grandchildren grow into young men and women. Hopefully a part of him will remain with each of them throughout their lives. He was preceded in death by his father, R. E. Wagoner; brother, Don Wagoner; beloved father-in-law, Edgar Hoover, and son-in-law, Jeff Gagelin. He is survived by his wife, Sandy of the home; daughter, Stacy Fyock, son-in-law, Bobby Fyock, and son, Tracy Wagoner of Kansas City and his fiancee, Becky Doll, and his four grandchildren, and mother, Mable Wagoner of Clinton; mother-in-law, Zedna Hoover of Clinton, along with many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles and a host of friends. Ted was a well-loved man with many friends. He especially loved working with his contractors with whom he had a special relationship. Funeral services were held at the United Methodist Church, Clinton, on Wednesday, September 22. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

WAINSCOTT, Ruth Ann TOMKINS
b: 1899
d: 2000
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 5 2000 - Ruth Ann Wainscott, 101, Butler, died Monday, April 3, 2000, at Heartland-Willow Lane of Butler, where she had been a resident for three years. She was born January 22, 1899, in Melrose, Kansas, the daughter of James Henry "Bert" and Nellie Drew Tomkins. She attended school in Melrose and Columbus, Kansas, at the academy. She accepted a teaching position at Enterprise School, just south of Ballard. She married Arthur Boone "Bud" Wainscott September 14, 1919. She was a member of the Walnut Grove Presbyterian Church for 80 years and was pianist there for many years. She was a charger member of the Enterprise Extension Club. She was a correspondent for the Butler paper for many years, writing "The Ballard Ramblins". She was preceded in death by her father, mother, husband, sons, Robert, J. B., John Leslie and Larry; daughter Norma; four brothers, two sisters and a granddaughter Kathryn Lee. She is survived by her sons, Ross Wainscott and wife Wanda and Ron Wainscott and wife Erma, all of Butler; her daughter, Dorene Cramer and husband Lynn, Camp Verde, Arizona; her brother, James Tompkins and wife Blanche of San Diego, California; 20 grandchildren; 38 great-grandchildren, 11 great-great-grandchildren; 10 step-grandchildren; her daughters-in-law, Rosellen Wainscott and Rose Wainscott, both of Butler, and a host of nephews and nieces. Funeral services will be held Thursday, 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Walnut Grove Cemetery.

WAISNER, Lois Marie ELLIS
b: Jul 31 1914, Climax Springs, Camden Co, MO
d: Feb 26 2002, Centralia, Boone Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery WA-WH, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 27 2002 - Lois M. Waisner, 87, Centralia, formerly of Windsor, died early Tuesday morning, February 26, 2002, at Heritage Hall Nursing Center, Centralia. She was born July 31, 1914, in Climax Springs, the daughter of Truman Ellis and Julia Etta (Toby) Ellis. On December 27, 1933, in Barnumnton, she married Oliver Gladston Waisner, who died July 2, 2000. Mrs. Waisner worked at the Windsor International Shoe Factory in Windsor for 34 years. She was a member of the Windsor United Methodist Church. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Jerry J. and Diane Waisner, Centralia; three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; a brother, Archie Ellis, Tucson, Arizona; four sisters, Lura Miller, Warsaw, Flossie Whitworth, Windsor, Ethel Kumpf, Kansas City, Anna Smith, Springfield, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a sister, Inez Bohart, and a brother, Chester Ellis, on January 22, 1989. Funeral services will be Thursday, February 28, at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

WAISNER, Oliver Gladston "Ol"
b: Jul 11 1912, Climax Springs, Camden Co, MO
d: Jul 2 2000, Columbia, Boone Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery WA-WH, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Jul 5 2000 - Oliver (Ol) Waisner, 87, Centralia, formerly of Windsor, died Sunday, July 2, 2000, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia. He was born July 11, 1912, in Climax Springs, the son of James Issac Waisner and Lidya Josiah (Newman) Waisner. On December 27, 1933, in Barnumnton, he married Lois Marie Ellis who survives. He moved to Windsor with his wife and son in 1936 where he went to work for the International Shoe Factory, working for 39 years before his retirement in 1972. He was a member of the Windsor United Methodist Church. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Jerry J. and Diane Waisner, Centralia; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Clayton Waisner, Myrdith Waisner, George Waisner, Myrna Waisner; two sisters, Eva Dority and Audray Martin. Funeral services were Wednesday at the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial was in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

WAIT, Charles R. "Chuck"
b: abt 1940
d: Nov 10 2003, Collins, St. Clair Co, MO
bur: Pleasant Springs Cemetery, Roscoe Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Nov 11 2003 - Charles "Chuck" R. Wait, 63, Collins, a heavy equipment operator, died Monday, November 10, 2003, at his home. Graveside services will be Wednesday, November 12, at Pleasant Springs Cemetery, ElDorado Springs.

WAITE, Van D.
b: Oct 19 1935, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
d: Feb 19 2008, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Feb 21 2008 - Van D. Waite, 72, Clinton, died Tuesday, Feb. 19, at the Golden Living Center-Westwood, Clinton. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 23, at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, with burial in Englewood Cemetery. He was born in Kansas City. He was a member of Northeast Baptist Church, American Legion Post 14 and the Honor Guard of VFW Post 1894, all in Clinton. He was preceded in death by his parents and his fiancee, Lela Kreglinger. Survivors include his sister Nancy S. Culbertson of Overland Park, Kansas; nephew Gregory J. Culbertson and wife Erin, Shawnee, Kansas; niece Carrie L. Arrocha and husband Mike and son Austin, Jacksonville, Florida, and his cousins, Linda Barrett and husband Bob, Independence, Beverly Anderson of Leawood, Kansas, Margaret Burge of Columbia and James McCubbin of Cedartown, Georgia.

WALDEN, Helen Rosalie
b: abt 1939, Tarkio, Atchison Co, MO
d: Apr 12 2008, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 14 2008 - Helen Rosalie Walden, age 69 of Clinton, Missouri passed away Saturday, April 12, 2008 at her home. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at First Baptist Church, Clinton with burial in Englewood Cemetery. Rosalie was born in Tarkio, Missouri. She was member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton. She is survived by her husband, David of the home; two daughters, Kelly Goodbrake and husband, Jeff of Clinton, Missouri and Debbie Cartee and husband, Robert of Monett, Missouri; one sister, Kay Pogue and husband, Jim of Brownington, Missouri; five grandchildren, Chris Martin and wife, Melinda, Ashley Little and husband, Jeremy, Brittany Martin, Jessie Goodbrake and Jared Goodbrake and two great grandchildren, Maverick Martin and soon to be born, Addison Rose Little.

WALDEN, Lilly Corine BRANN
b: May 15 1922, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 17 1996, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lilly Corine Brann Walden died April 17, 1996, at the age of 73. She was a resident of Overland Park, Kansas, until she became ill and moved to Clinton to be near her daughter. Lilly Corine Brann was born May 15, 1922, in Brownington, the daughter of Charles Edward and Mary Barbara (Warner) Brann. She graduated from Diamond Point School In 1936 and went to Deepwater High School, graduating in 1940. After graduation, Lilly lived In the Kansas City area and worked for Lake City War Plant that made ammunition during World War II. She married a Navy seaman and moved to West Virginia for a few years before returning to the Overland Park area. She then went to work for Jenson-Salsbery, where she retired in January of 1987. She was head of the purchasing department and was employed by this company for 40 years. She was a very loving and caring sister, parent, grandparent and great-grandparent, who will be dearly missed In years to come, She is survived by her daughter, Karen Lee Walden Chisam and husband Richard E, "Pete"; two grandchildren, Adam Russell Chisam and Brandi Lynn Chisam Houk and husband Jim, and one great-grandchild, Madalyne Claire Houk, all of Clinton: two brothers, Rudolph Calvin Brann, St. Louis, and John C. Brann, Winthrop, Iowa. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 20, at the Consalus Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery in Brownington.

WALDEN, Naomi Ruth BUSSE
b: Mar 11 1931, Lawrence, Douglas Co, KS
d: Oct 6 2000, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Oct 26 2000 - Naomi Ruth Walden, daughter of Claude and Edith (Fann) Busse, was born March 11, 1931, in Lawrence, Kansas, and died at her home in Windsor on October 6, 2000, at the age of 69 years. Ruth loved to travel and go to garage sales. She was a person who you could take your prayer requests to and know she would be in prayer for you. Her family and church were very important to her. Ruth was a very giving person, always thinking of others. Though her compassion was earthward, her heart and her father were heavenward. She, as Abraham of Old, looked for a city whose builder and maker was God. Her love for people was only exceeded by her love for God. She was a loving mother, perfect pastor's wife and was a constant support, strength and encouragement to her husband, even as she endured the effects of her illness. She has kept the faith and finished her course and has finally made it to her Father's House. Her faith was not in vain, she has finally been awarded the promised fulfillment of every Christian, a place of eternal peace and joy where God Himself envelops his child and wipes away every tear. We bid her farewell. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, J. D. Busse, and one sister, Betty Unger. She is survived by her husband, Roy, of the home; three sons, Roy L. Walden II of Olathe, Kansas, Randall Walden of Klamath Falls, Oregon, and Russell Walden of Windsor; one brother, Donald Busse, Stigler, Oklahoma; two sisters, Esther Graham of McClouth, Kansas, and Berryl Miley of Eudora, Kansas; eight grandchildren and one great-grandson, as well as her faithful companion Poodle friend, Peaches. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel on Monday, October 9. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

WALDRIDGE, Stella Louise
b: Feb 17 1911
d: May 18 1995, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat - Stella L. Waldridge, 84, Clinton, died Thursday, May 18, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. She was a member of the Clinton Christian Church. Graveside services will be Saturday, May 20, at Englewood. She is survived by nieces and nephews.

WALES, Kermit C.
b: Jul 28 1904
d: Apr 1978
bur: Mount Washington Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Kermit C. Wales, 73, of 2318 Drury, died Monday, April 1978, at Baptist Memorial Hospital. He was born in Nixa, MO, and had lived in this area most of his life. Mr. Wales was a car dealer here and in Trenton, MO, before he retired. He was a Methodist. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Mamie Wales of the home; a daughter, Mrs. Peggy Tharp, Trenton, and three grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at the McGilley Midtown Chapel; burial in Mount Washington Cemetery.

WALES, Mamie Anna TUBBESING
b: Jan 5 1905, near Cedar Hill, Jefferson Co, MO
d: May 10 1980, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Mount Washington Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Mamie Anna Tubbesing Wales, daughter of William and Lizzie Tubbesing, was born January 5, 1905, in Jefferson County, near Cedar Hill, MO. She moved with her parents to Henry County in 1907. She received her elementary education at Comer School and was a member of the first graduating class of Shawnee Mound High School in 1923. Her life, until that time, was spent on a farm near Quarles. After graduation, she attended one semester of college at Warrensburg, and then sought employment in Kansas City, where she lived and was employed until her retirement from the Bendix Corporation in January 1973. Her husband, Kermit C. Wales, to who she was married February 19, 1954, preceded her in death on April 24, 1978. In failing health and unable to live alone, her family brought her to Chastain's Nursing Home in Clinton in July 1978. This was her home until her death at 11 p.m. May 10, 1980. Mrs. Wales was always interested in the welfare of others. A tireless worker, she was proud of her home and kept it immaculate. She was a member of the Bethany Memorial Baptist Church in Kansas City at the time of her death. She served as a Sunday School teacher and youth leader for many years, instilling her love for God and humanity in the hearts of the young people under her leadership. Many poems, scriptures and other items of inspiration were found among her personal possessions, testifying to her concern about spiritual values. She is survived by a brother and six sisters: Fred, Huldah and Margaret of Clinton; Viola of Kimberling City, MO; Pat, Seattle, WA; Mary, Yucca Valley, CA; and Laura of Leeton; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Peggy Tharp of Trenton; several nieces and nephews, and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were May 13 at Consalus Chapel. Burial was in Mt. Washington Cemetery, Kansas City, MO.

WALKER, Alice Polly ASHBAUGH
b: Apr 23 1873, Westmoreland Co, PA
d: Mar 17 1939, 4 mi E of Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton, MO 1939 - Mrs. Alice Walker died Friday about 5:00 a.m., after several months' illness with heart trouble and complications, at her home about four miles east of Clinton on Highway 35, where she lived with her son, Ellery. Alice Tolly Ashbaugh was born April 23, 1873, in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, where she lived until about 18 years old, then moved to Aurora, Nebra., where she was employed. December 27, 1892, she married Lee Walker of Aurora, and in 1894 they moved to Henry County, where she had since lived. Mr. Walker died in 1923. Mrs. Walker was a member of the Clinton Christian Church, and a kind and devoted mother to her three surviving children, Ellery Walker of the home and Lloyd Walker and Mrs. Henry Ground, both east of Clinton. Sisters and brothers who survive are: Frank Ashbaugh, Mrs. Lucy Haines of Iowa; S. P. and J. S. Ashbaugh, Mrs. Sophia Spencer of near Pittsburg, Pa., and Martin Ashbaugh of Tuttle, Okla. Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon, interment at Englewood Cemetery.

WALKER, Bill
b: Aug 17 1935, Osceola, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Jan 3 2003, Columbia, Boone Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery WA-WH, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 7 2003 - Bill Walker, 67, Windsor, died late Friday evening, January 3, 2003, at the Boone County Hospital in Columbia. He was born August 17, 1935, in Osceola. On May 7, 1955, in Clinton, he married Dorothy Patricia Bryson, who survives of the home. Mr. Walker worked at the Windsor International Shoe Factory for 28 years and at Tracker Marine in Clinton for six years. He attended the Black Oak Community Church near Lincoln. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy, of the home; four sons, Junior Walker, Eddie Walker and David Walker, all of Windsor, and Roy Walker, Mobile, Alabama; three brothers, Leroy Walker and Larry Darnell, both of Warsaw, and William Hamilton, Windsor; two sisters, Loretta Fletcher, Lincoln, and Susan Lyons, Windsor; two grandsons, Billy John Walker and Ryan Walker; two granddaughters, Lynn West and Amie Walker; two great-grandsons, Ty Walker and Zachery Walker; two great-granddaughters, Taylar West and Dayla Walker, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his stepfather and mother, Edward and Ida Mae Darnell, and a sister, Shirley Combs. Graveside funeral services were Tuesday, January 7, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

WALKER, David M. "Dave"
b: Dec 22 1961, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
d: Apr 7 2008, Columbia, Boone Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery WA-WH, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Apr 9 2008 - David M. "Dave" Walker, 46, Windsor, died Monday morning, April 7, 2008, at the Harry S. Truman VA Hospital in Columbia. He was born December 22, 1961, in Sedalia, the son of Barnett J. Walker and Teresa Faye (Phillips) Walker. After graduating from Windsor High School, he joined the United States Navy serving for over six years active and reserve duty. He worked, primarily, aboard a submarine hunter, as a sonar operator and received two Bronze Stars for locating enemy submarines. While in the Navy, he traveled extensively and had many unique experiences including climbing Mt. Etna, in Italy and "Running with the Bulls" in Spain. After his service with the Navy, he worked at a variety of jobs including working at the Wal-Mart Warehouse, in Harrisonville, for several years, as a forklift operator. From the time he was a young boy, he had an inquisitive mind, always asking questions and wanting to know how things worked. He was a positive thinker who enjoyed life and all kinds of music and was a member and founder of a band called "Plan B", singing lead vocals and playing guitar, mandolin and harmonica. He had a great love for the outdoors, art and antique roses. Survivors include his parents, Barney and Teresa Walker, Windsor; a brother, Jared Walker, and his wife Wendy, Sedalia; a sister Lynn Merritt-Goggins, and her husband David, Russellville; maternal grandmother Goldie Phillips, Lincoln; seven nieces and nephews and three great-nephews. Funeral services will be Thursday, April 10, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Laurel Oak Cemetery.

WALKER, Ella COLLINS
b: Mar 1 1867, S of Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 29 1928, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. H. F. Walker died at her home on South Orchard at 10 p.m., Sunday, with a complication of diseases. She had had a bad case of influenza in January, and since then had not been well. About two weeks before her death, she became bedfast and suffered much until death released her. Ella Collins was born just south of Clinton on the old Deepwater road, on what is known as the Garth farm, March 1, 1867. She was united in marriage with H. F. Walker, July 23, 1888, and they lived nearly all of the time since on their home farm, seven miles northwest of Clinton. March, 1927, they moved to Clinton, living on South Washington Street, while they and their son, each built an attractive bungalow side by side on South Orchard street. They moved last September into this completely modern home, and it seemed as if they were just ready to enjoy life, as just next door lived their only son, W. H. Walker, and wife and their beloved little granddaughter, Mary Lucille. Besides her beloved husband she leaves a half brother, J. C. Collins, in Kansas; C. C. Collins, west of Deepwater; two sisters - Mrs. T. J. Gilbert, northwest of Clinton, and Mrs. Jennie Cathcard of Kansas City. The later sister was here during her last days of illness. Mrs. Walker was converted many years ago and united with the Baptist church at Garland. Just a short time before her death she united with the Christian church at Clinton. She was anxious to live and did everything possible to get well, at the same time she had implicit faith in the saving powers of the Lord Jesus Christ, so was willing to go to her heavenly home. She was a good housekeeper and delighted in home making. She had a bright, sunny smile, and never met the writer on the street without exchanging jests. The funeral was conducted at the Christian church Tuesday. Burial was in Englewood.

WALKER, Elsa Mae ZINK KNEALE
b: Mar 16 1916, near Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
d: Feb 1 2005
bur: Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 10 2005 - Elsa Mae (Zink) Walker, daughter of Andrew F. and Lillie Belle (Pippenger) Zink, was born March 16, 1916, in rural Appleton City. She died February 1, 2005, at the age of 88 years, 10 months and 16 days. Elsa Mae and her parents moved into Appleton City in February 1919 after her father, Andrew "Jack" Zink, took over the management of Zink Motor Company when his brother, Daniel C. Zink died. The two brothers founded Zink Motor Company August 1, 1916. Elsa Mae joined the Appleton City Christian Church in 1925. She graduated from Appleton City High School in 1933 and attended business college at Chillicothe and Kansas City. She worked in the office of the Standard Oil Company in Kansas City before returning to Appleton City. She worked in the office of Calhoun Hatchery for two years before joining her brothers, Royce and Troy Zink, as bookkeeper and partner in Zink Lumber Company, Zink Construction Company and Zink Farms. Elsa Mae married Lester R. "Ted" Kneale in November 1945. He died August 4, 1950. On June 30, 1975, she married Wade E. Walker of Nokomis, Florida. They spent their winters in Florida and then returned to their home in Appleton City. Elsa Mae enjoyed quilting at home and at the church. Wade and Elsa Mae enjoyed traveling during their 28 1/2 years of marriage. Elsa Mae was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Wade, on January 2, 2004; her three brothers and sisters-in-law, Allen and Fern (Crowder) Zink, Royce and Leloi (Holland) Zink and Tory and Helen (Hirni) Zink. She is survived by her nephew, Wilbur Zink and wife Dixie, and their two children, David Zink and wife Cynthia, and Susan (Zink) Cooper and her husband Dennis, and nephew Jack Zink and wife Jan, and their children, Andy Zink and wife Sondra and Adam Zink and wife Teresa. Other survivors are her four great-great-nieces who she greatly enjoyed, Lauren Cooper, Lindsay Cooper, Anna Zink and Gabrielle Zink. She also leaves other relatives and her many friends. Funeral services were Friday, February 4, at Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City. Burial was in Appleton City Cemetery.

WALKER, Elsie D. RESER
b: Apr 12 1893, Urbana, Dallas Co, MO
d: Sep 5 1980, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Elsie D. Walker, 87, died at Golden Valley Hospital Friday, September 5, 1980. She was the widow of the late Ralph Walker, long-time Ford dealer in Clinton and she had been in failing health for some time. She is survived by five sons: Donald, Oliver and Ben of Clinton; Roger of Windsor and Bill of Houston, TX. She has four brothers, Silas Reser of Buffalo; Ray of Springfield; Wade of Buffalo and Jack of Marshall. Services will be Thursday, September 11, 1980, at 10:30 a.m. at Consalus chapel with burial in Englewood.

WALKER, Emily MOORE
b: Mar 19 1861, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 11 1930, Bates Co, MO
bur: Johnstown Cemetery, Johnstown, Bates Co, MO
Clinton MO - Mrs. Emily Moore Walker died at the home of her son W. E. Walker, south of Johnstown, November 11, after an illness of several days. She had her first stroke of paralysis seven years ago, after which she went to live with her daughter Mrs. Claud Jenkins, who was then living at Lucas. Two years ago when Mr. and Mrs. Jenkins moved to Clinton, she resided here with them and made many friends. She had been in good health for some time and November 2 went to visit at the home of her son. She had her fatal stroke of paralysis there a few days later. Emily Moore Walker was born in Henry county Missouri, March 19, 1861. She was united in marriage to C. E. Walker in 1881, who has preceded her in death. She united with the Church of Christ in early life and lived a faithful Christian. Her greatest aim in life was doing for her family, always willing to help others. She reared a family of five children, four boys and one girl - George W.; W. E.; C. P. and C. C Walker of Montrose, and Mrs. C. L. Jenkins of Clinton, with whom she made her home. She also leaves two sisters, Mrs. G. A. McCool, of Urich, and Mrs. William Wilcockson of Chatham, Ill., and eight grandchildren. She had been afflicted with paralysis for several years and always bore her affliction as a true Christian, patient and kind. She will be greatly missed by family and friends. The funeral services were at Johnstown, Thursday, November 13. Burial in Johnstown cemetery.

WALKER, Francis Marion
b: 1858
d: 1931
Francis Marion Walker was born July 13, 1858, in Adams county, Ohio, and departed this life at his home south of Leeton Sunday, June 21, 1931. He was the son of Payton and Susan Ann Walker. He moved to Missouri with his parents in November, 1878. He was married to Julian Ann Hazel Baker who preceded him in death July 4 1916. To this union two sons were born, John of Leeton and Marion of the home. He leaves his two sons, one granddaughter, Pearl Walker, three sisters, Mary Kilpatrick of Columbus, Ohio, Lizzie McPhilimy of Pueblo, Colo., and Maggie Robbins of Leeton, three brothers, William H. and Andrew P. of Leeton and John S. of Kansas City, and other relatives and friends. A short funeral service was conducted in the home and at the grave Tuesday morning by Rev. T. E. Prall, pastor of the M. E. Church at Leeton, and burial was in Hickory Cemetery (Johnson County, MO).

WALKER, George Shelby Dr.
b: Mar 24 1884, Huntingdale, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 12 1970, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - George Shelby Walker, youngest child of the late Pleasanton and Gussie Swift Walker was born March 24, 1884, north of Huntingdale and passed away at the Clinton General Hospital on February 12, 1970, at the age of 85 years. Dr. Walker attended Huntingdale Grade School, Clinton High School and graduated from high school in Kansas City. He was graduated from the University Medical College, a forerunner of the Kansas University Medical Center, in Kansas City, KS. He had a short medical practice at Calhoun and in 1908 moved his practice to Harwood. He moved to Clinton in 1922, were he continued as a devoted medical doctor until his health forced his retirement. He practiced medicine in Missouri for fifty-four years. He was one of four doctors who founded the Clinton General Hospital in Clinton. On June 30, 1910, he was united in marriage to Pearl Browning at Butler, MO. To this union two children were born. He was preceded in death by his wife on March 4, 1963, his parents, four sisters and two brothers. He is survived by his daughter, Mrs. Charles (Ruth) Hall of St. Louis and his son, Dr. Hugh B. Walker of Clinton. Funeral services were held February 14, 1970 at the Clinton Christian Church. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

WALKER, Hugh Browning Dr.
b: Jan 30 1918, Harwood, Vernon Co, MO
d: Aug 17 1985, West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Co, FL
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Dr. Hugh Browning Walker, 67, formerly of Clinton and Kansas City, died at the Good Samaritan Hospital in West Palm Beach, FL, Saturday, August 17, 1985. He was born 30 January 1918. He had lived in Florida since March of 1981, after leaving Kansas City. Dr. Walker was in medical practice in Clinton, MO, for 25 years and was owner of the Town Country Nursing Home. He was a co-owner of Clinton General Hospital. Dr. Walker entered semi-retirement in 1971 and was on the student health medical staff at Georgia Tech. He was a graduate of the Medical College of Cincinnati. He attended the University of Missouri. He served his residency at St. Joseph's Hospital in Kansas City. He was a member of the Christian Church of Clinton. He served as a medical officer in the US Navy from 1946-48. Dr. Walker is survived by his wife, Annette Coffey Walker, of the home; one son, Michael, of Miami, FL; a daughter, Marcia Johnson of Clinton; a sister, Mrs. C. W. Hall of Dade City, FL; two grandchildren, Erin and Ryan Johnson. Services will be Tuesday at the graveside in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, MO.

WALKER, Juanita F.
b: abt 1933
d: 2002
bur: ElDorado Springs Cemetery, ElDorado Springs, Cedar Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 21 2002 - Juanita F. Walker, 69, Norborne, died Sunday, May 19, 2002, at Hedrichs Medical Center, Chillicothe. She was a homemaker. Funeral services are 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 22, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola, with burial in ElDorado Springs Cemetery.

WALKER, Lee A.
b: abt 1956
d: Oct 3 2002, Weaubleau, Hickory Co, MO
bur: Freeman-Holsapple Cemetery, Collins Twp, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 7 2002 - Lee A. Walker, 46, Collins, a medical technician, died Thursday, October 3, 2002, at Weaubleau, as the result of a motor vehicle accident. Graveside services were Monday, October 7, at the Freeman-Holsapple Cemetery, Collins.

WALKER, Naomi HUTSON
b: Nov 17 1925, Climax Springs, Camden Co, MO
d: Aug 17 2003, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Climax Springs Cemetery, Climax Springs, Camden Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 19 2003 - Naomi (Hutson) Walker, 77, Windsor, died Sunday afternoon, August 17, 2003, at Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born November 17, 1925, in Climax Springs, the daughter of the late Oscar and Eva (Keltner) Thomas of Climax Springs. She married Freddie A. Hutson November 5, 1949, and he died January 5, 1987. On November 25, 1988, she married Harrison Thomas Walker of Marshall, who survives of the home. Mrs. Walker worked at the International Shoe Factory in Windsor for 28 years and then at Vincent's Shoe Store in Windsor for several years. She was a member of the Windsor Assembly of God Church. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Linda Schirmbeck and her husband, Lonnie, Omaha, Nebraska; a son, David Hutson and his wife, Kimberly, Ft. Collins, Colorado; four stepchildren, Karen Ballew and her husband Larry, Macon, Teresa Berwaldt and her husband Vince, and Lana Crawford and her husband Sam, all of Marshall, Steve Walker, Slater; two grandsons, Justin D. Johnston, Kansas City, James E. Johnston and his wife Julie, Poulsbo, Washington; six step-grandchildren, Kyle and Katlyn Berwaldt and Christina and Paul Crawford, all of Marshall, Brian Dean and Kathy Ballew, Macon; a great-grandson, Nathan J. Johnston, Poulsbo, Washington; a sister, Jean Grundy and her husband, Ronald, Pine Bluff, Arkansas; two brothers, Alonzo Thomas and his wife Mae, Blue Ridge, Roy Thomas and his wife Dorothy, Lee's Summit, and a host of relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Harlen Thomas and Floyd Thomas; four sisters, Lenna Flippins, Bessie Folsom, Nadine Garey and Virgie Husong. Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 20, at the Windsor Assembly of God Church. Burial will be Wednesday, at the Climax Springs Cemetery.

WALKER, Raymond H.
b: Apr 7 1922, Schell City, Vernon Co, MO
d: Dec 10 2002, 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, Dec 11 2002 - Raymond Walker, 80, Clinton, died December 10, 2002, at Golden Valley Hospital. - Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 31 2002 - Raymond H. Walker was born April 7, 1922, at Schell City, son of John W. and Margaret L. Clark Walker. He married the former Esther A. Cotton on November 11, 1955, at Miami, Oklahoma. He retired from Clearfield Cheese in 1984. Preceding him in death were his parents and three brothers, Harvey, Fred and Johnnie Walker. Survivors include his wife, Esther, of the home; two sons, Michael Walker, Waterford, Pennsylvania, and Lonnie Walker, Raytown; three daughters, Jennifer Jones, McCook, Nebraska, Sharon Walker, Colorado, and Lavena Wilson and husband Fred, Clinton; two stepdaughters, Sharon Engel, College Day, Tennessee and Marsha Lukasik, Boulder, Colorado; one stepson, John Rogers, Anaheim, California; one sister, Wilma Mitchum, Nevada; 17 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held December 12 at the Consalus-Bradley Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Clinton Memory Gardens.

WALKER, Robert
b: 1917
d: 1994
bur: St. Joseph's Cemetery, Prairieburg, IA
Clinton Daily Democrat - Robert Walker, 76, Windsor, died Thursday, September 15, 1994, at his home. He was born in Prairieburg, Iowa, November 20, 1917, the son of William and Elizabeth Sadesky Walker. Mr. Walker was retired from the United States Air Force and had made his home in Windsor since 1984. He was of the Catholic faith. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Francis. He is survived by a brother, Tom Walker of Prairieburg, Iowa; two sisters, Mary Arthur of Rolla, and Sister Margaret Walker of Savannah. There was cremation. A Mass of Christian Burial was at 1 p.m. Monday, September 19, at St. Joseph's Church in Prairieburg, Iowa. Burial was in the St. Joseph's Cemetery at Prairieburg. Arrangements were under the direction of Lindley Funeral Home of Chilllicothe.

WALKER, Robert Edmund
b: 1929
d: 2004
bur: National Cemetery, Ft. Scott, Bourbon Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Mar 8 2004 - Robert Edmund Walker, 74, Clinton, died Thursday, March 4, 2004, at his home. He was born September 5, 11929, in Kansas City, the son of Samuel Robert Walker and Patricia Ann Graham. He had served with the United States Army. He married Norma Jean Baker April 5, 1999, in Clinton. Survivors include his wife, Norma of the home; a son, Robert Allen Walker, Joplin; a daughter, Peggy Jo Freeman, Tulsa, Oklahoma; two stepsons, David Dixon, Tightwad, and Marvin Dixon, Thayer, and a stepdaughter Regina Newman, Wichita, Kansas; a brother Sherman Walker, Bronson, Kansas; a sister Clara Jean Chambers, St. James, and five grandchildren, Matthew Walker, Jessica Walker, Jacob Lawson, Joshua Lawson and Joahnna Lee Lawson, and one great-granddaughter. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother John William Walker. Rev. A. F. Collins conducted graveside services at 1:30 p.m. Monday, March 8, at the U.S. National Cemetery with military honors provided by the Olson Frary Burkhart Post #11165 Veterans of Foreign Wars.

WALKER, Samuel F.
b: Feb 28 1869, Huntingdale, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 23 1950, Kansas City, Wyandotte Co, KS
bur: Swindle Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Samuel F. Walker, 81, died Thursday morning at 9 a.m. at Bethany hospital in Kansas City, Kansas. Born in the Huntingdale community, Mr. Walker had been a lifelong resident of Henry Co. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the church in Huntingdale. burial will be in the Swindle cemetery. Mr. Walker is survived by a stepson, Clarence North, Kansas City, Kans., and a daughter, Mrs. Emily Handy of Colorado. Other survivors include three sisters, Mrs. Belle Dunn, Urich, Mrs. Mary Burton, Clinton, and Mrs. Emily Clayton, Urich.

WALKER, Taylor Lindsay
b: Apr 11 1854, 2 mi W of Shawnee Mound, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 11 1905, 6 mi N of Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
bur: Walker Cemetery, Shawnee Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Missouri, Apr 15 1905 - The death of Taylor Walker came as a surprise and shock to his relatives and many friends in Henry County. He was the only son of Pleasant Walker, deceased. His death occurred at the home of his nephew Pleas Avery, 6 miles north of Calhoun, Tuesday, April 11, at 3 p.m. on his 51st birthday. He was born on the Walker homestead 2 miles west of Shawnee Mound. Mr. Walker was never a robust man and for some time had suffered from pleurisy, which complicated with pneumonia caused his death. He had made his sister Mrs. Woodson Hastain, a three weeks' visit and feeling better about a week ago, went on a visit to his nephew, where his death occurred. He leaves a half-sister Mrs. Serepta Avery, and two own sisters, Mrs. Woodson Hastain and Mrs. Mary Doyle, all residents of Clinton. He was a noble Christian gentleman of the old school and loved for his many kind traits of character. The funeral occurred from his home near Shawnee Mound and remains laid in the Walker Cemetery.

WALKER, Tressie Cynthia
b: Aug 24 1895
d: Jan 26 1995, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Sickman & Dunning Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Mrs. Tressie Walker, 99, Clinton, died Thursday, February 26, 1995, at Meadowbrook Manor nursing home. She is survived by a stepdaughter, Mary George of Clinton. Services are pending at Sickman-Dunning funeral home.

WALKER, William Crawford III "Hap"
b: 1953
d: 1988
Major William Crawford "Hap" Walker III was killed October 25, 1988 in a crash of two Marine helicopters while participating in a night exercise over the Barry Goldwater Bombing Range 125 miles southeast of the Marine Corps Air Station at Yuma, Arizona where he was based. Hap Walker was born in Clinton, September 1, 1953 graduated from Westbury High School, June 1971, graduated from the University of Houston, June 1975, a member of the Phi Kappa theta fraternity. Hap entered the military service on June 12, 1975 and was commissioned a Marine Corps Second Lieutenant on November 1, 1975. He attended flight school at the Naval Air Station, Pensacola, Florida. His duty stations included Marine Corps Air Station Tustin, California (HMT-301, HMM-163 and HM-268); MCAS El Toro, California (4th MAW); and MCAS Yuma, Arizona where he was a flight instructor with the elite "Top Gun" Marine Air Weapons Tactic Squadron-1. His awards include the Navy Commendation Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with two stars, and the Meritorious Unit Citation with on star. Hap is survived by his beloved wife, Cassandra and his faithful dog, Clyde, Yuma, Arizona; his parents, Lorri and Bill Walker, Montgomery, Texas; his brothers, Christian, Austin, Texas and Whitney, Houston. His sister Robin and brother-in-law Gary Roth and their children Blake and Michael of Annandale, Virginia. A number of other relatives, special friends and the outstanding men and officers of The United States Marine Corps. Memorial Services were held October 28, 1988 at the Marine Corps Air Station chapel, Yuma, Arizona. Burial at Sea Memorial Service held November 3, 198 at the Marine Corps Air Station, Tustin, California. A headstone will be placed in Arlington National Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established in the name of W. C. "Hap" Walker III at the Arizona Bank, Yuma Fourth Avenue Office, 1315 South Fourth Avenue, Yuma, Arizona 85364. Those desiring may make their donations payable to the W. C. Walker III Memorial Fund, Attention: Benny J. Bennight, Vice President. Funds will be earmarked for a University of Houston R.O.T.C. Scholarship.

WALKER, William Leo
b: 1916
d: 2002
bur: Lowry City Cemetery, Lowry City, St. Clair Co, MO
arr: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 28 2002 - Wm. Leo Walker, 85, Clinton, died Friday, October 25, 2002, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. Funeral services were Monday, October 28, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Burial was in Lowry City Cemetery. He was born December 3, 1916, in Horseshoe Bend in St. Clair County, the son of Clyde W. and Iva M. Wright Walker. He attended Star rural school and graduated from Lowry City High School. On July 28, 1939, he was married to Jaunita Cole. He became a member of the High Hill Baptist Church and later in life attended the Ohio Christian Church and Northeast Baptist Church. He was a lifelong farmer. He served on the Osceola School Board for 10 years, the Star Rural School Board for 16 years and the St. Clair County School Board for 10 years. He also served on the Osceola Special Road District Board from 1953-1963. He wrote regular articles for the "Chigger" newspaper. He also wrote a book of his memoirs. He is survived by his wife Jaunita; daughter Marilyn Kay Walker, Harrisonville; daughter Roma Bass and husband Paul, Florence; granddaughter Sara Bass, Sedalia and grandson Brendan Bass, and fiancee Stephanie Smith of Warrensburg.

WALKUP, Walter Rae
b: Jul 10 1919, near Brandon, Benton Co, MO
d: Aug 31 2004, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Sep 3 2004 - Walter R. Walkup, 85, Sedalia, died Tuesday evening, August 31, 2004, at his home in Sedalia. He was born in Benton County, near the Brandon community, on July 10, 1919, the son of Walter Bert Walkup and Elizabeth (Posson) Walkup. On September 3, 1941, in Kansas City, he married Wilma Lucille Carter, who died March 6, 1996. He was a self-employed automotive mechanic in Sedalia. He served in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II. Survivors include his son Gary "Buck" Walkup and his wife Nancy, Sedalia; five grandchildren, Gary R. Walkup Jr., Cheyenne D. (Walkup) Freeman, Osage C. Walkup, Cree C. Walkup and Cherokee R. Walkup. He was preceded in death by his parents; a stepmother, Florence Walkup; his wife; a grandson Mark Allen Walkup; a sister Fern Acker and an infant granddaughter. Graveside services will be Saturday, September 4, at Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

WALL, Amy Louise
b: Oct 4 1983, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Nov 12 2007, Sedalia, Pettis Co, MO
bur: Versailles Cemetery, Versailles, Morgan Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Amy Louise Wall, 24, Calhoun, died Monday, November 12, 2007 in Sedalia, Missouri. Graveside services will be held Friday, November 16 at Versailles Cemetery, Versailles, Missouri. Amy was born October 4, 1983, in Clinton, Missouri, daughter of Kenneth and Lois (Snorgrass) Wall. She was employed with Tyson Foods in Sedalia. Amy enjoyed camping, outdoor activities, spending time with her family and being with her friends. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Jack and Lillie Snorgrass and Ray and Faye Wall. Survivors include her parents, one brother, Adam Wall and his wife, Natisha; several aunts, uncles and cousins.

WALL, Benjamin Franklin
b: Apr 13 1886, Johnson Co, MO
d: Apr 26 1949, Henry Co, MO
bur: Wall Cemetery, Jefferson Twp, Johnson Co, MO
Blairstown MO - Benjamin Franklin Wall, youngest son of Adrian M. and Matilda Canzanda Wall died April 26 1949, age 63 years and 13 days. He spent his entire life on the Wall homestead north of town. On June 4, 1946, he was united in marriage to Mrs. Martha Simpson of Chilhowee, who is left to mourn his passing. He also leaves four brothers; R. A. Wall, O. W. Wall, A. M. Wall of Blairstown, and Rufus Wall of the home; one sister Mrs. Maude J. Atkins, of Blairstown; six step children, Mrs. Jim Runner, of West Riverside, California, Mrs. Russel Kerr and Wanda Simpson of Warrensburg, Mo., Kenneth Simpson of Garden City, Charles Simpson of Norris, and Edd Simpson of the home. Also a large number of nieces and nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers, Charles, Edgar, John R. and Jimmy. Ben was born and reared in a Christian home of the Presbyterian faith, where the Bible with it's admonitions and promises formed the firm foundation of family life. This early training had a great influence on his later years. His life was abruptly ended in a tragic fishing trip accident. The family wishes to take this opportunity to express their sincere thanks to the many members of this community who gave of their time and their efforts to aid in the recovery of the body of this loved one. Funeral services were held Friday, April 29, at the Presbyterian church. The pall bearers were nephews: Homer Wall, Edgar Atkins, Walter Wall, Everett Giltner, John R. Wall, and Virgil Lowry. Burial was in the Wall cemetery. - Apr 26 1949 - Capsized Boat Fatal to Ben F. Wall - Benjamin F. Wall, 63 years old, a farmer living north of Blairstown drowned about 11:30 Tuesday night April 26 when a boat containing himself and two stepsons overturned on Big Creek. The accident occurred near the village of Marine in Henry County. The body was recovered about noon Wednesday within 100 feet of the scene of the accident. Mr. Wall accompanied by his stepsons Ike and Eddy Simpson and a neighbor Guy Wilcockson all of Blairstown were returning from a fishing trip. Mr. Wilcockson had tied the boat to a tree and stepped back when the boat overturned, throwing the three occupants into the water which was estimated to be 15 feet deep. While Mr. Wall was said to be a good swimmer, the current was very strong. Eddy dived into the water twice, obtained a hold on his stepfather but was unable to pull him to the shore because of the swift current. A rise of three feet in the creek hampered dragging operations which began about 3 o'clock Wednesday morning under the direction of John A. Rick of the state highway patrol. A large group assisted in the operation to recover the body. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at the Blairstown Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in the Wall cemetery near Blairstown. Mr. Wall was born and reared in the Blairstown community. In addition to his two stepsons he leaves his wife, another stepson, Kenneth Simpson of Garden City Kans., a sister, Mrs. Maude J. Atkins and three brothers, Rufus, O.W., and Robert Wall all of Blairstown.

WALL, Edgar Harrison
b: Feb 3 1872, Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
d: Oct 3 1930, Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
bur: Wall Cemetery, Rose Hill Twp, Johnson Co, MO
Blairstown Record, Blairstown MO - Edgar Harrison Wall son of Adrian M. and Matilda C. Wall, was born Feb. 3, 1872 and departed this life Oct. 3, 1930 at the age of 58 years. Mr. Wall was born and raised in the Blairstown community. He is known all over the community as one of the Wall Bros. mule buyers. He was a prominent Mason and a friend to all. One did not need to hear anything about his life to know how he stood with his fellowmen. One glance at the large crowd of relatives and friends. who came to pay last respects to him at this funeral spoke louder than words. He was laid to rest in the Wall Cemetery. He leaves to mourn his death one sister, Mrs. Maude Atkins, and 7 brothers, John R. and Oliver W. Wall his partners in business; Robert A., Addison M., Rufus and Benjamin F. Wall, all of Blairstown, also Charles O. Wall of Marceline, Mo., also four nieces, seven nephews and a host of other loving many relatives and friends.. Mr. Wall returned a week before his death from eight weeks of treatment in a Kansas City hospital.

WALL, Elmer Lee
b: Mar 2 1868, near Calhoun, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 20 1927, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Elmer Lee Wall, son of William Wallace and Sarah Frances Wall, was born near Calhoun, Missouri, March 2, 1868. He passed from this life at Wesley Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri, December 20 , 1927, aged 59 years, 9 months, 18 days. He lived the greater part of his life in this community and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. He made profession of faith in Christ as his Savior, during the Billy Sunday meetings in Kansas City in 1916, but never identified with any church. He was a member of the carpenter's union of Kansas City for a number of years and was ministered unto by that organization during his illness and death. He leaves to mourn his departure two sons, Lester and Eugene, of Kansas City, three brothers, Mason, of Kansas City, Ethan of Montana, and Orville, of Roy, Washington; Six sisters, Nellie Furleigh, of Roy, Washington, Ina Wall of Roy, Washington, Pearl Hutchens, of Seattle, Washington, Mrs. L. R. Simpson, of Calhoun, Missouri, and Mrs. Mable King, of Leeton, Missouri, and a host of friends to mourn his departure. Funeral services were conducted at the Baptist church by the pastor, G. C. Faulkner, and the remains were laid to rest in the Calhoun cemetery.

WALL, Hannah Elizabeth WHIDBEE
b: 1872
d: n/a
Hannah Elizabeth Whidbee was born February 3, 1872 in Henry county, Mo. She joined the Hickory Grove church in early life, was active in church work and had one of the best Sunday school classes of young people in Boston Ave. church in Tulsa. She was married Sep. 3 1890 to Dr. R. L. Wall. To this union were born three children: Marie Maude Wall of Tulsa, Harold Whidbee Wall of Grand Rapids Mich. and Lee Woods, deceased. Her husband preceded her in death about sixteen years. She lived in Leeton Mo. until 1906 when she moved to Tulsa where she lived until her death. She has two brothers, Thomas R. Whidbee of Clinton and William J. Whidbee of Tulsa. She also leaves three sisters: Mrs. Nancy A. Mason of Kansas City and Misses Lula and Fannie Whidbee of Tulsa.

WALL, John Robert
b: Mar 3 1911, Lamar, CO
d: Nov 13 2006, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Wall Cemetery, Jefferson Twp, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 14 2006 - John Robert Wall, son of Robert Adrian and Lida (Davis) Wall, was born March 3, 1911, in Lamar, Colorado, and died November 13, 2006, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton, at the age of 94. John received a 410 single shot shotgun when he was 10-years-old and his love for guns and hunting turned into a lifelong passion. John graduated from Blairstown High School in 1929 and attended college in Warrensburg. He left school to go to work for General Motors at the Leeds plant in Kansas City for 60 cents an hour. On August 7, 1934, he was elected as the circuit clerk for Henry County and served until he was drafted into the United States Army in February 1942. He served with General George Patton in North Africa and Europe. John returned home in October 29, 1945, and his Army days were behind him. The grocery store was for sale in Blairstown for $5,000 and John bought it. He added dry goods and later paint and hardware items, then he put in guns. The sale of guns grew and grew until he closed out everything but the guns. John met Mary Lucille Ross and they were married in 1950. They went to Arkansas to get married because Lucille was afraid of needles and in Missouri you had to have a blood test to be married. Lucille preceded John in death in 1982. After Lucille's death in 1982, John ran into his old high school sweetheart, Virginia McIntire, and they were married in 1985. His wife, Virginia died in 2000. In 1992, John sold the store and he and Ed sat in an empty store. Three days later, John decided to reopen the store and started ordering new inventory. He ran the store until 1997 when he finally retired. John was a lifetime member of Ducks Unlimited and they held an appreciation dinner for his generosity that had resulted in many acres of wildlife habitat being preserved and managed. John also was a member of the Missouri Quail Unlimited, the National Rifle Association and a 50-year member of the American Legion in Urich. John was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Blairstown. John was preceded in death by his parents; his wives, Lucille and Virginia; two brothers, who died of pneumonia, Robert Eugene Wall and Roy William Wall; one sister Lillian Nadine Wall Giltner; one niece Sharon Compton, and one nephew Shane Engel. He is survived by a nephew John R. Giltner of Blairstown; a niece Sandy Engel, Clinton, and a number of great-nieces and nephews, John Jim and Lorrie Engel, John Kyle Engel, Brett and Tina Gray, Zoe and Jameston Gray and Shanda Gray, as well as a number of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel on Thursday, November 16. Interment was in Wall Cemetery, Blairstown.

WALL, Julius Fabius
b: Jun 4 1862, 10 mi W of Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: May 15 1927, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery WA-WH, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Julius Fabius Wall, the son of Julius Fabius Wall and Elizabeth Woolfolk Wall, was born June 4, 1862, about ten miles west of Windsor, and passed away in St. Joseph hospital, Kansas City, Missouri, April 15 1927. His boyhood was spent in the neighborhood in which he was born. In 1875 he moved to Windsor, spending the following year in Texas. He spent one year in Central College, Fayette, Missouri. In 1880 he entered the grocery business in Windsor with his step-father, James Harvey Bass, his own father having been killed in the battle of Lone Jack, in August, 1862. In 1881 he engaged in the furniture business in Windsor with his brother, Eugene Wall. About two years later he became associated with Dr. R. L. and Wills Shadburne in the drug store, after buying the entire business. For over forty years he had been proprietor of the J. F. Wall Drug Store in Windsor, his place of business being the center of interest for his legion of friends. Straightforward, honest, reliable and the soul of true kindness he has enjoyed a remarkable business growth in Windsor. In the passing of Mr. Wall, it is safe to say there has never been a man any where so loved, and who will be so sorely missed in his home and community. His unselfish thoughts and deeds testified his deep capacity for friendship. He was a friend to everybody - a kind loving husband and father, and no mother-in-law ever had a kinder, more thoughtful son. Almost his last words were words of affection for his wife and three small grandchildren. On July 6, 1882, he was united in marriage to Katherine Burress, the daughter of J. M. and Mallie Burress. To this union were born three children, Dr. Harvey Monroe Wall, Windsor; Maggie Lee Wall, who died in infancy, and Virgil Dillon Wall, St. Louis. In addition to these he leaves one brother, Eugene E. Wall, Windsor, and three sisters; Mrs. Kate Carmichael, Holden, Mo.; Mrs. Sallie Keen, Pueblo, Colo.; and Mrs. Bess Rex, Drexel, Mo. Also the following nieces and nephews; Charles S., Julius F., Jr. Logan D. and John W. Wall, Mrs. Helen W. Pigg and Mrs. Anna Elizabeth Broadhurst. As a mark of the love and esteem in which Mr. Wall was held it was the most largely attended funeral ever held in Windsor, and the floral offerings were many and beautiful. In addition to people residing in the country being in attendance there were many here from surrounding towns and other states. Funeral services were held at the family home on North Main street Sunday afternoon and interment was made in Laurel Oak cemetery.

WALL, Mary Lucille ROSS
b: Aug 7 1907, near Petersburg, Henry Co, MO
d: Jul 20 1982, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
bur: Wall Cemetery, Jefferson Twp, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Ward Funeral Home, Chilhowee & Urich, MO (Historical)
Clinton MO - Lucille Ross Wall of Blairstown died Tuesday, July 20, 1982 at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, Mo. She was born August 7, 1907 on a farm near Petersburg in Henry County, Mo., the daughter of James and Nora Hampton Ross. She graduated from Norris High School in 1925 and attended college in Warrensburg, Mo. Most of her life was spent in Henry County, where she taught at Camp Branch and Victor schools. In 1936 she became postmaster at Blairstown, Mo. On February 23, 1950 she married John R. Wall of Blairstown. From this time on she worked by his side in Wall's General Merchandise Store in Blairstown. Mrs. Wall was a member of the Presbyterian Church in Blairstown. Surviving are her husband, John, of the home; six nieces, Virginia Brazie of Green Valley, Ariz., Imogene Spencer of Atlanta, Ga., Marjorie (Kinky) Marksberry of Blairstown, Sandra Gray of Clinton; four nephews, John R. Giltner of Olathe, Ks., Johnny Jim and Shane Engel of Blairstown and Brett Gray of Clinton. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 22 at the Ward Funeral Home in Chilhowee, Mo. Burial was in the Wall Cemetery near Blairstown, Mo.

WALL, Matilda Canzanda HUNT
b: Feb 8 1846, Johnson Co, MO
d: Feb 17 1935, Johnson Co, MO
bur: Wall Cemetery, Rose Hill Twp, Johnson Co, MO
Mrs. Adrian M. Wall Dead - The soul of "Aunt Can" Wall, Johnson County Pioneer whose home was north of Blairstown, entered eternity Sunday night after Mrs. Wall was ill several weeks. February 8, Mrs. Wall passed her 89th milestone, but the celebration in honor of the event was quiet for she was ill and unable to participate in any merrymaking. Matilda C. Hunt, daughter of John B. and Nancy L. Hunt, was born in Johnson County, February 8, 1846. During the Civil War the family fled from their home in Cass County when everything was taken from them and Johnson County became their home. She was married To Adrian M. Wall, December 20, 1864. Their married life was spent on the farm north of Blairstown. Mrs. Wall was a true pioneer, raising her family in the midst of privations and hardships common to pioneer life, but meeting each duty bravely and looking always to the future of her children. Her tales of pioneering were told to her children, then passed on to her grandchildren and other descendants, just as she gave them hardiness of body and moral stamina. She was fun-loving and happy, always ready to lend her assistance in any trouble and ever cheerful and contented. Until her last illness, she was active and busied her fingers with handwork - sewing, crocheting, and knitting. She was a member of the Blairstown Presbyterian church and took an active part in the church work. Her loved, ones mourn her passing, but realize that in their loss she is now happy in her reunion with her loved ones and the meeting of her Savior. Her husband preceded her in death in 1902, and three children are also dead. The seven living ones are John R., Oliver W., Robert A. Wall and Mrs. Maude J. Atkins of Blairstown; Addison M. Wall, north of Blairstown, and Rufus and Ben Wall at home. There are also 13 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandson. Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church in Blairstown Tuesday afternoon. Burial was in the Wall family cemetery north of Blairstown.

WALL, Robert Adrian
b: Jan 18 1879, Johnson Co, MO
d: Sep 20 1954, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Wall Cemetery, Rose Hill Twp, Johnson Co, MO
Clinton Eye 1954 - Robert Wall Dies In Clinton Hospital - Funeral services for Robert Adrian Wall, retired stockman and farmer of Blairstown, were held Wednesday at the Blairstown Presbyterian Church. Mr. Wall suffered a heart attack Monday while he was buying horses near Urich. He died in the Clinton General Hospital. Burial was in the Wall family cemetery near Blairstown. Mr. Wall who had been in ill health for about 4 years was 75 years of age at the time of his death. He had lived in and around Blairstown all of his life. Son of Matilda Hunt and Adrian Wall, he was born Jan. 18, 1879, in Johnson County. He had been married 53 years to the former Lida Davis. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Lida Davis Wall of the home, a daughter, Mrs. Lillian Giltner of St. Joseph, a son, John Wall of Blairstown, a grandson, John Robert Giltner, a sister Mrs. Maude J. Atkins of Blairstown and a brother, Rufus Wall of Deepwater.

WALL, Roberta Ellen KNOLES
b: Nov 24 1923
d: Feb 7 2004
bur: Calvary Cemetery, Kansas City, Jackson Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Feb 11 2004 - Roberta Ellen (Knoles) Wall, born November 24, 1923, died Saturday, February 7, 2004. Funeral services will be noon, Friday, February 13. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery, Kansas City. She was retired from the Government Employees Hospital Association after a long career in the insurance industry. She avidly supported MADD and the Order of the Moose. She is preceded in death by her brother, Gene Knoles. She is survived by her brother, Wilbur Knoles, Raytown, and her daughter, Elisabeth Wall-Smith, St. Louis.

WALL, Sarah Frances PIGG
b: Sep 10 1841, near Winchester, KY
d: Mar 21 1927, Tacoma, WA
bur: Calhoun Cemetery, Tebo Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Sarah F. Pigg was born near Winchester, Kentucky, September 10, 1841. Coming with her parents to Missouri in 1843, when she was only 18 months old. They journeyed by water to Boonville, Missouri, thence on horse back 75 miles to Calhoun, Missouri. Here she grew to womanhood, and on July 29, 1860, was married to W. W. Wall. To this union twelve children were born, of whom ten are living, one dying in infancy, and Mrs. Flora Renfro, of Sedro Woolley, Washington, died January 5 1925. Those living: Orville Wall, Mrs. Nellie Furleigh, Ina Wall of Washington, Mrs. Pearl Hutchins, Mrs. Kate Levensworth of Seattle, Washington; Ethan Wall, Libby Montana; D. M. Wall and Elmer Wall, of Kansas City, Missouri; Mrs. Mabe King, of Leeton, Missouri; and Mrs. Edith Simpson; of Calhoun, Missouri. The spirit of mother left its earthly body to dwell with Jesus Monday at 11 o'clock, p.m., March 21 1927, at the age of 85 years, 5 months and 21 days. She has gone where there is no pain or suffering, but perfect rest. Funeral services were held Thursday at Tacoma, Washington. Cremation was her last request. Father preceded her to the better world ten years ago. She joined the M. E. Church South of Calhoun, Missouri, in 1905, remaining a member of this church until the time of her death.

WALL, Virginia M. McINTIRE BRAZIE
b: Jul 29 1917, Blairstown, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 17 2000, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Carpenter Cemetery, Chilhowee, Johnson Co, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat, Apr 19 2000 - Virginia M. Wall, 82, Blairstown, died Monday, April 17, 2000, at Golden Valley Hospital. She was born July 29, 1917, in Blairstown, daughter of Seldon D. and Hazel E. Ross McIntire. She married John R. Wall at Las Vegas, Nevada in 1985. She lived in Kansas City most of her life, spending the last 18 years at Blairstown. She was a member of the Blairstown Presbyterian Church and worked in the accounting department of the United States Corps of Engineers for 25 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Imogene Spencer and Marjorie Marksberry, and one niece, Sharon Compton. Survivors include her husband; one niece, Sandra Engel, Clinton; one nephew, John Giltner and wife, Peggy, Olathe, Kansas; three great-nephews, Johnny Jim Engel and wife, Lorri, Blairstown, Robert Shane Engel, Springfield, and Brett Gray and wife, Tina, Clinton; one great-niece, Shanda Gray, state of Ohio; one great-great-nephew, John Kyle Engel, Blairstown. Memorial graveside services were held Friday, April 21, at Carpenter Cemetery.

WALL, William G.
b: 1827
d: 1894
Death of W. G. Wall - W. G. Wall, one of our first settlers and a California pioneer died on Friday last at about 1 o'clock of enlargement of the liver. The funeral occurred the following day at 2:30 p. m. from the family residence. The deceased was 67 years, 2 months, and 8 days of age at the time of his death. Mr. Wall came to California in '49 returned to Missouri the following year and again came to the coast in '52. He spent 15 years in Colorado and came to California once more nearly eleven years ago. Mr. Wall settled in South Riverside with the first settlers and made a comfortable home here. About 27 years ago (we have not the exact date) Mr. Wall returned to Missouri and was married in Calhoun, Henry County to Sarah E. Herndon, who survives him. He leaves one son by a previous marriage, Rob't J. Wall. The issue of his second union is Chas. C. Wall, Mrs. Wm. Riddell and Frank Stewart Wall, a minor, all residents of South Riverside. The funeral was largely attended, the family having a large circle of acquaintances. Rev. J. S. Jewell preached the funeral sermon. The afflicted family has the general sympathy of the entire community. (Note: From the obituary it is ascertained that William and Sarah left Henry Co. about 1868 and moved to Colorado, possibly Denver according to the 1880 census. After 15 years in Colorado, they moved to Corona, Riverside Co. and arrived in 1883. It should also be noted that this was William G. Wall's second marriage in Henry Co., MO. He first married Karen Happuck Sallee on 19 Aug 1858 and she died 14 Feb 1865.)

WALLACE, Carl Burnis
b: Apr 9 1913, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Mar 7 1994, near Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Carl B. Wallace was born April 9, 1913, in Clinton, the son of Thomas R. and Lillie (Pilcher) Wallace. He died Monday, March 7, 1994, at his farm near Clinton at the ago of 80. He was the youngest of nine children. He lived most of his life in the Clinton area. He was married To Frances Bradley and to this union a son, Charles, was born. Frances remains in Springfield. He later married the former Vera McGuire. They were married for 34 years. She preceded him him death in 1989. He was a locomotive engineer for 39 years, working for the Frisco Railroad. He retired in 1974. He was a member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. He was a member of the bible Baptist Church of Clinton and a member of Ducks Unlimited. Through the years, he remained a loving father. He was married to Dorothy Peterschmidt and most recently they made their home on Third Street in Clinton. From 1962 until now, he kept his farm near Clinton that he loved so well. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy, of the home; one son, Charles Wallace, Springfield; Charles' mother, Frances Bradley Wallace; a daughter-in-law Analee Lockridge, Leeton; one stepson Jerry Hiburn of the state of California; two stepdaughters, Sandra Fox, Salina, Kansas, and Donna Wolfe, Clinton; 15 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, four sisters, one stepson Jack Lockridge, and his second wife Vera. Funeral services were Thursday, March 10, at the Consalus Chapel in Clinton. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

WALLACE, Herschel L.
b: 1916
d: 2001
Clinton Daily Democrat, Oct 16 2001 - Herschel L. Wallace, East Lansing, Michigan, was born November 7, 1916, in Clinton and died October 9, 2001, at the age of 84. He retired as Registrar of the University of Michigan-Dearborn in 1979. Previously he taught instrumental music and served as a guidance counselor in the public schools in Ann arbor, Dearborn and St. Joseph, Michigan, and Bowling Green. An accomplished professional musician, he played clarinet and saxophone for over 60 years in musical ensembles in Missouri and Michigan. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie; two sons, Roger and wife Linda of Okemos, Michigan, and Alan and wife Leah of Knoxville, Tennessee; two grandchildren, Scott Wallace and wife Jennifer and Michael Wallace; two brothers, Howard and Wayne Wallace of Clinton; one sister, Waneta Smith, Clinton. A memorial service was held Sunday, October 14, at 2 p.m. at the Gorsline-Runciman Co. East Chapel.

WALLACE, Jim D.
b: Aug 3 1934
d: Nov 30 1991, Belton, Cass Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Funeral services for Jim Wallace of Belton, who died Saturday, November 30, 1991, will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, December 4, at the Open Door Bible Church in Belton. Graveside services will be held that afternoon at 2 p.m., Dec. 4, at Englewood Cemetery in Clinton. Mr. Wallace was the husband of Michael Carberry Wallace. The Carberry family formerly lived in Clinton.

WALLACE, Leon Wesley
b: 1930
d: 2003
bur: Fasken Cemetery, Jasper Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 9 2003 - Leon Wesley Wallace, 72, Carthage, died Wednesday, October 8, 2003, at McCune Brooks Hospital, Carthage. He was born December 1, 1930, in Spring City, the son of Loren and Loraine (Denny) Wallace. He lived his entire life in Jasper County. He was with the Jasper County Sheriff Department from 1957-1972. He was the Jasper County Juvenile Officer from 1972 until retiring in 2000. He was a member of Fairview Christian Church, Carthage, the Carthage Masonic Lodge and the Joplin Scottish Rites. He served in the Navy during the Korean War. He married Pat Emmert December 1, 1957, in Joplin. She survives of the home. He is also survived by three sons, Daniel Wallace and wife, Lisa, Clinton, David Wallace and Darren Wallace, both of Carthage; one daughter, Sarah Calvin, Mt. Vernon; one brother, Lesley Wallace, Miami, Oklahoma; two sisters, Treva Harris, Jerico Springs, and Loretta Vantrease, LaRussell; four grandchildren, one of which is Whitney Wallace of Clinton. Funeral services will be Saturday, October 11, at Fairview Christian Church, Carthage. Cremation. Burial will be in Fasken Cemetery, southeast of Jasper.

WALLACE, Nellie
b: abt 1877
d: Jul 14 1897, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Fields Creek Cemetery, Fields Creek Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Miss Nellie Wallace, aged 20, died at the home of her mother, Mrs. Ellen Wallace, on East Eighth Street, Wednesday, July 14, 1897, after an illness with brain fever of less than two weeks. She was a member of the M. E. church, Christian Endeavor and Epworth League. Burial in Fields Creek.

WALLACE, Patricia Marie EMMERT
b: May 2 1937, Jasper Co, MO
d: Oct 21 2005, Joplin, Jasper Co, MO
bur: Fasken Cemetery, Jasper Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 24 2005 - Patricia Marie Wallace, 68, Carthage, died Friday, October 21, 2005, at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin. She was born May 2, 1937, in Jasper County, the daughter of Leo Joseph Emmert and Ellen Gretchen (Lloyd) Emmert. She lived in the Carthage and surrounding area all her life. She was a housewife and worked for Consumers in Carthage for 25 years. She was presently employed at Precious Moments as a tour guide. She was a member of Fairview Christian Church, Carthage, Fairview Quilting Ladies and Consumer Girls. She was a former member of the Extension Club and a former 4-H leader. She married Leon Wallace December 1, 1957, in Joplin, and he died October 8, 2003. She was also preceded in death by her father and sister, Pam Bruffett. She is survived by three sons and their wives, Daniel and Lisa Wallace, Clinton, David and Polly Wallace, Carthage, and Darren and Pamela Wallace, Carthage; one daughter and her husband Sarah and Kenlee Calvin, Golden City; her mother Ellen Emmert, Webb City, Terry and Ada Emmert, Riverton, Kansas, Matt and Janet Emmert, Joplin; five grandchildren, Whitney Wallace, Grace Wallace, Ollie Wallace, Carrie Wallace and William Wallace. The body was cremated and graveside services were held Monday, October 24, at Fasken Cemetery, east of Carthage.

WALLACE, Vera Lea McGUIRE
b: Oct 26 1913, Amsterdam, Bates Co, MO
d: Dec 26 1989, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Dec 27 1989 - Mrs. Vera Lea Wallace, 76, route two, Clinton, died Tuesday, December 26, at Golden Valley Hospital. She is survived by her husband Carl of the home; two sons Jack L. Lockridge of Leeton and Charles Wallace of Springfield; three sisters, Vonna Campbell of Lee's Summit, Velma F. Earl of Kansas City and Naomi Whipple of Villisca, Iowa; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Friday at Consalus chapel, with burial in Englewood.

WALLACE, Wilbert Lee "Mike"
b: Mar 13 1932, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
d: May 15 2006, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Laurel Oak Cemetery WA-WH, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO - Wilbert "Mike" Wallace, 74, of Calhoun, Missouri, died Monday, May 15, 2006, at the Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton, Missouri. Mr. Wallace was born March 13, 1932, in Windsor, Mo., the son of James Roscoe Wallace and Thelma Gladys Hinton Wallace. Mike was a diesel mechanic, working at several Kansas City area mechanic shops, for over 30 years. He enjoyed his two dogs, Roscoe and Hantz and his cat, Mentley. Mike also loved to fish. Survivors include 2 sons, Terry Wallace, Holden, Mo., and Kenny Wallace, Kingsville, Mo.; 3 daughters Thelma Harmon and her husband Mel, Belton, Mo., Michelle Thetford, Gardner, Kansas, and Debbie Vaughan and her husband Shawn, GrainValley, Mo.; 12 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and 2 sisters, Vera Thetford and Barbara Wallace both of Lenexa, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roscoe and Thelma Wallace, 2 brothers, Kenneth Wallace and James Wallace, and a son, Jerry Wallace. Graveside committal services will be Saturday, May 20, at the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor.

WALLER, Alvin T. "Al"
b: Jan 2 1923, Lincoln, AR
d: Jun 8 2006, Overland Park, Johnson Co, KS
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Funeral Homes
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 12 2006 - Alvin T. "Al" Waller, 83, Overland Park, Kansas, died Thursday, June 8, 2006, at his home. Funeral services were Monday, June 12, at D.W. Newcomer's Sons Overland Park Chapel, with graveside services at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton. He was born January 2, 1923, to George and Bertha Waller in Lincoln, Arkansas. He married Elerta Gfeller January 20, 1943. He served in the infantry in World War II in Italy. After the war he returned to Kansas City area as a carpenter and builder for about 40 years. He was a lifetime member of Carpenters Local 61 Union. He was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church. He was preceded in death by a baby daughter Berta Lee; his parents George and Bertha Waller; sisters, Lola Louvier, Marilla Cumby, Viola Brandenburg, Georgia Thompson and Gladys Bushaw. He is survived by his wife Elberta Waller of the home; a son and his wife Dale and donna Waller, Overland Park, Kansas; a brother Kenneth Waller, Stilwell, Kansas; four sisters, Anna Kleinpeter, Groves, Texas, Pauline Reed, Lincoln, Arkansas, Marie Jones, Parma, Michigan, Treasel Lee Ward-Speck, Darien Center, New York; two grandchildren, Tonia Atchison, Olathe, Kansas, and Scott Waller, Lenexa, Kansas, and four great-grandchildren, Kaili and Zachary Atchison and Carysa and Austin Waller.

WALLIS, J. R. Dr.
b: 1860
d: 1930
Dr. J. R. Wallis Died - At the hospital in Washington, Mo. Wednesday night, January 29, at 11 o'clock, where he had been several months. He was taken very ill last March and went at once to a hospital in Springfield. He returned home a short while, then was taken to the best specialists in St. Louis, where he remained in the hospital two months. The men of science pronounced his case beyond human aid and that he would just have to wait for the end. He was then taken to a hospital at Washington, Mo., where he could be near relatives. His daughter, Mrs. Jas. A. Parks had been with him a great deal, spending all of November there, and had been there since January first. Dr. Wallace was born at Marshfield, Mo., Jan. 18, 1860, having just passed his 70th birthday. His father was a physician, also many other members of the family. After he received his preparatory education in Marshfield, he went to Washington University in St. Louis, where he received the degree of Doctor of Medicine. He then entered Bellvue Hospital Medical College in New York, where he received another degree. All through his life, he kept up with the latest discoveries of his profession and later did graduate work in the St. Louis Graduate School of Medicine also the Polyclinic Medical School of New York City. He was a member of the County, State and American Medical Societies. He started practice at Marshall, then moved to LaDue, where he stayed a short while then moved to Montrose, in 1892, where he built a large practice, and lived until 1905 then he moved to Clinton and this was his home until his fatal illness. He was one of the outstanding physicians and surgeons of Missouri, taking cheer and skill to the sick and suffering. No matter how morose or ill the patient, and how busy Dr. Wallis he took time to tell bits of cheerful news, while with his hands and medicine he relieved pain. All of his patients loved him. He gave himself unstintingly to the suffering world, many times without remuneration, as no one gives as much as does a good doctor. His practice extended all over Henry County which learned of his illness and death with great sorrow. He was married at Washington, Mo. May 2, 1880 to Miss Fannie Ming. She died at Montrose in 1904. One daughter, Elizabeth, blessed this union. She is now Mrs. Jas. A. Parks, of Clinton. He also leaves one grand daughter, Frances Parks, who was a favorite of her grandfather. Dr. Wallis is survived by three sisters - Mrs. Wm. McMahon and Mrs. H. Fyan, Marshfield, Mo.; Mrs. Emma Ming, Atlanta, Ga. Deceased was a member of the M. E. Church, South, the elks Lodge and the Democratic party. The funeral services were held at Marshfield, Mo., Saturday.

WALRATH, Dillon Lane
b: abt 1995
d: Jan 17 1995, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Dillon Lane Walrath, infant son of Edwin and Sara Walrath, Clinton, died Tuesday, January 17, 1995, at Golden valley Memorial Hospital. Graveside services will be Thursday, January 19, at the Tebo Cemetery in eastern Henry County. He is survived by his parents, Edwin and Sara Walrath, paternal grandparents, Gilbert and Donna Walrath, all of Clinton; maternal grandparents Jerry Pettus of Blue Springs, and Sue Mangum, Clinton; paternal great-grandmother Ruby Cochran, maternal great-grandparents, Carl and Peggy Collins, all of Clinton; maternal great-grandmother Ruth Thornton, Springfield; maternal great-grandmothers, Bertha Foster and Tillie Cordell, both of Clinton.

WALRATH, Edwin Dean
b: Sep 20 1970, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: May 3 2007, Henry Co, MO
bur: Tebo Church Cemetery, Leesville Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jun 4 2007 - Edwin Dean Walrath, 36, Clinton, died May 3, 2007. He was born September 20, 1970, in Clinton to Gilbert and Donna Cochran Walrath. Ed was a 1988 graduate of Clinton High School. He assisted his mother with her restaurant, Donna's Drive Inn, for the past 20 years. He was a member of Tebo Baptist Church. Ed was a loving and devoted father to his daughter Tristan. Survivors include his parents, Gilbert and Donna Walrath; a brother Doug Walrath, and wife Ranae; a half-brother Dennis Walrath and wife Loree, all of Clinton; two half-sisters, Darlene Kelly, Windsor, and Debbie O'Dell and husband Benny, Lincoln; nine nieces and nephews, Megan and Adam Walrath, Kristen, Haylee and Destry Waltrath, Hannah Rogers, Katie Kelly, Crystal Streett and Olivia Heather Taylor. Ed was preceded in death by an infant son Dillon Lane Walrath. Funeral services were held May 5 at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton. Burial was in Tebo Cemetery.

WALSETH, Jennifer Bradley "Ginger" GUNTER
b: 1960
d: 2004
bur: Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, FL
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Oct 5 2004 - Ginger Walseth, 43, lost her long battle with Scleroderma July 30, 2004, at the home of her parents, JR and Ronda Gunter, Tampa, Florida. She was born September 22, 1960 in Clinton. She graduated from North Kansas City High School and attended the University of Mississippi. She was in the Navy for six years, serving as a dietitian and chef. while stationed in Hawaii, she met and married Patrick Walseth, who preceded her in death. Ginger touched the hearts of all who knew her. She was a loving, friendly, thoughtful person who never met a stranger. She had a captivating smile that drew you to her like a magnet. In fact, that was her key signature. One never received cards of letters from her that didn't have a smiley face next to her name. It was Ginger's way of saying, "Keep a smile on your face." Ginger was strong-willed and very determined. She was a fighter. When diagnosed with Scleroderma, she fought the battle with everything she had, but instead of giving into self-pity, she pursued a difference course and continued to focus on others. Ginger started a Scleroderma Support Group and spoke to the group once a month until her health would no longer allow her to do so. She was a great inspiration to them, but her gifts of love and compassion did not stop there. Her courage and willingness to try experimental treatments had allowed research to make advancements that will benefit others in the future. Her grandparents, the late George and Mildred Bradley and Ray and Gladys Gunter, all of Clinton, preceded her in death. Survivors are her loving parents, Ronda and JR Gunter, Tampa, Florida; dear sisters and brothers-in-law, Jodi and Paul Hayes, Lincoln, Nebraska, Jamie and Clay Boulware, Wesley Chapel, Florida; nephews and nieces Paul Ryan, Britt and Katie, Dustin and Mary Elizabeth Hayes, all of Lincoln, Nebraska, Chad and Reece Boulware, Wesley Chapel, Florida; great-nephew Gryphon Bain Hayes, Kansas City; aunts and uncles, Mr. and Mrs. Bill cook, Wichita, Kansas, Mr. and Mrs. Monroe Gunter, Clinton; special friends, Shirley and Doug Ratcliff, Liberty, Greg Ratcliff, Kearney, New Jersey, and Jerry and Joanne Wiley, Clinton. Services were held August 3 at Prevatt Funeral Home, Temple Terrace, Florida, and military service was August 5 with inurnment at the National Military Cemetery, Bushnell, Florida.

WALSTEN, Iris Virginia LIBBY
b: Sep 13 1919, near Little River, Rice Co, KS
d: Jan 6 2007, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Jan 19 2007 - Iris Virginia Walsten was born September 13, 1919, on the family homestead near Little River, Kansas, daughter of Rachel and Walter Libby. She died January 6, 2007, at Golden Valley Hospital. Virginia graduated from high school at Little River in 1938. She then attended college at McPherson College and Kansas State College receiving a Life Teachers Certificate. Virginia started teaching in a one-room country school near Little River and taught there three years. She then moved to Chase, Kansas, to teach. In 1944, she married Lt. Carl Walsten at Hutchinson, Kansas, and moved to Gulfport, Mississippi, where Carl was stationed. Later they moved back to Hutchinson and on to Manhattan, Kansas in 1958 where Carl worked on a Corps of Engineers Project. Carl died September 19, 1986. Virginia continued to live in Clinton and was an active member of the community. Carl and Virginia both belonged to the First Presbyterian Church and held several offices there. After her children, Jack and Anne graduated, she always enjoyed traveling to visit them and also took many trips with her daughter Anne. The highlight of traveling was returning to her mother's birthplace in Ireland and visiting with relatives. She was an avid reader and participated in several community organizations, played bridge for 40 years and volunteered at Golden Valley Hospital. Her parents, husband, two brothers, two sisters and several animal friends preceded her in death. Virginia is survived by her son Jack, Lenexa, Kansas; daughter Anne, Belmont, New Hampshire, plus nieces and nephews. Memorial donations made in her name may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, Clinton. Funeral services were held January 12, at Consalus Funeral Home. Burial was in Englewood Cemetery.

WALTER, Edith Mary
b: Sep 12 1870
d: Jan 11 1910, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
Clinton MO, Jan 1910 - Died at her home at the corner of Lincoln and Third, January 11, of lung trouble, Mrs. F. M. Walter, seriously ill many times in her life. Brought to America by her parents from Cockermouth, Cumberland, England, where she was born September 12, 1870. Her husband is manager of the White Swan Mills.

WALTER, Robert "Bob"
b: Mar 12 1923, Stafford, Stafford Co, KS
d: May 9 2005, Windsor, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, May 12 2005 - Robert "Bob" Walter, 82, Windsor, died Monday morning, May 9, 2005, at his home in Windsor. He was born March 12, 1923, in Strafford, Kansas, the son of William Joseph Walter and Genora (Dunn) Walter. On April 27, 1948 in Clinton, he married Kathryn Lucille Walden, who survives of the home. Mr. Walter was a postman for the United States Postal Service in Kansas City for over 25 years, carrying mostly in the Westport District. He served in the United States Army during World War II and was a member of the Postal Union of Kansas City and had served on the Farrington Park Board, Windsor. He was a member of the Englewood Assembly of God Church, Independence, and had attended the Pebble Creek Assembly of God Church, Kansas city, and most recently the Assembly of God Church in Windsor. In addition to his wife, Bob is survived by three sons, Philip E. Walter, Salt Lake City, Utah, Stephen W. Walter, Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Mark D. Walter, Excelsior Springs; 10 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren,; a half-sister, Ruth Lemon, Colorado Springs, Colorado, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister Marie Walker. Funeral services will be Friday, May 13, at Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

WALTERS, Edwin Floyd
b: Apr 19 1917, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
d: Dec 27 1993, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Englewood Cemetery UD-WE, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
arr: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat - Edwin Floyd Walters, son of Floyd Edwin and Lucille Willard Walters, was born April 19, 1917, in Clinton, and passed away Monday, December 27, 1993, at Westwood Home, Clinton. Eddie was a lifelong area resident and had worked for JC Penney in Clinton and Central Missouri State College in Warrensburg as a janitor until he retired in 1983. He was a member of Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton; the Sunrise Optimist Club, Clinton, where he would give each new club built an American flag; the Clinton Odd Fellow Lodge where he was a Past Nobel Grand; the American Legion and the Ernestine Schumann Heinke Chapter of Disabled American Veterans. He is survived by one aunt, Mary Groff, Omaha, Nebraska; one uncle, E. O. Willard, Clairmore, Oklahoma, and five cousins, Marilyn Larsen, Joe Harring, Kay Kenneth, Patty Blosser and Tom Willard, as well as a neighbor, Violet Jerome and her family who have watched over him for 65 years. Funeral services were held at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, Friday, December 31, 1993. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

WALTERS, George Albert
b: Aug 7 1874, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
d: Apr 12 1960, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Brownington Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Clinton Eye, Apr 21 1960 - Last rites for George A. Walters who died at Clinton General Hospital Apr. 12 were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Apr. 14 at the Brownington Baptist Church by the Rev. Chester Smart. Escorts for burial in the Maplewood Cemetery, Brownington, were nephews, Bill Walters, Clyde Schmidt, Donald Wirsig, Hadley Kerns, Darl Eversole, Corless Reese, with Hurst-Janssens Funeral Service in charge. George Albert Walters, son of John and Nan Rickett Walters, was born Aug. 7, 1874, in Brownington, Mo. He had been hospitalized at Clinton General Hospital five weeks previous to his death. He spent his entire life in Brownington, making his home with a brother, Sam and wife, after the death of his parents. He was a farmer during his active years and during the winter season did custom butchering. Surviving are the brother above mentioned, one sister, Mrs. Nora Boles, Seattle, Wa., several nieces and nephews. One sister and two brothers preceded him in death.

WALTERS, James Henry
b: Apr 23 1921, Pittsburg, Crawford Co, KS
d: Jul 2 1994, Warrensburg, Johnson Co, MO
arr: Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home, Warrensburg, MO
Clinton Daily Democrat - James Henry Walters, 73, Warrensburg, formerly of Clinton, died Saturday, July 2, 1994, at his home. He was born April 23, 1921, in Pittsburg, Kansas, the son of Henry C. and Ellen (Sloan) Walters. He served as an engineer in the Merchant Marines from 1941 until 1981. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Clinton. He was the president of the Farmers Market in Clinton and a member of the Warrensburg Elks Lodge #673. He was married to Mayme Young in 1948 and she preceded him in death in December 1989. On November 22, 1993, he married Clara Matthews White and she survives at the home. He is also survived by one son, Dennis Walters of Pearland, Texas; one stepson, Dwight Sanders of Clinton; three stepdaughters, Mrs. Roger (Shari) Hayes of Raymore, Dr. Catherine White of Raymore and Mrs. Bob (Vickie) Watson of Tijeras, New Mexico; four grandchildren and seven step-grandchildren. Funeral services were Tuesday, July 5, at Sweeney Phillips & Holdren Chapel, with burial in Liberty Cemetery, north of Warrensburg.

WALTERS, Lola Mae SHIPLEY
b: 1921
d: 1991
bur: Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, Bates Co, MO
arr: Atkinson Funeral Homes, Adrian, Archie & Harrisonville, MO
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO - Lola Mae Walters, 69, passed away September 15, at the Table Rock Health Care Center in Kimberling City. She was born December 1, 1921, in Amarugia near Archie, the daughter of Martin H. and Eliza (Brewer) Shipley. She attended rural school at Everett and Oak Grove and high school at Drexel and Archie. She was married July 1941 to Dewaine Walters at Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was the mother of three sons, Gary, Randy and Kevin. Her parents, five brothers, two sisters and one step-grandson preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband, Dewaine of Lampe; her sons, Gary and family of Harrisonville, Randy and family of Lebanon, Kevin and family of Grandview; her brothers, Chester Shipley and wife of Drexel, Thurman Shipley and wife of Archie, Daniel Shipley and wife of Clinton; one sister, Gladys Phillips of Archie. Funeral services in the Archie United Methodist Church September 18, 1991. Burial was in the Crescent Hill Cemetery.

WALTERS, Margaret May KELLY
b: May 30 1895, Little Rock, AR
d: Oct 22 1976, Brownington, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Clinton MO - Funeral services for Margaret May Walters were held Monday, Oct. 25, 1976, at 2 p.m. at the Brownington Baptist Church. May passed away Oct. 22, 1976. Burial was in Maplewood Cemetery at Brownington. Margaret May Kelly was born May 30, 1895 at Little Rock, Arkansas and died Oct. 22 at her home in Brownington. She married Samuel Walters in 1914 and they lived in Brownington. They had three daughters: Mrs. Hadley (Nora) Kerns, Mrs. Darl (Leta) Eversole, and Mrs. Clyde (Lucille) Schmidt. Mr. Walters died in Feb. of 1964 and Mrs. Eversole died in 1963. Survivors include the two daughters and their husbands, nine grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many friends.

WALTERS, Samuel Forrest
b: Sep 23 1891, Henry Co, MO
d: Feb 8 1964, Clinton, Henry Co, MO
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
arr: Consalus Funeral Homes, Clinton & Urich, MO
Clinton MO - Last rites for Sam F. Walters, 72, Brownington, who died at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 8, at Clinton General Hospital, were conducted Tuesday, Feb. 11. Interment was in Maplewood Cemetery. Samuel Forrest Walters was born Sept. 23, 1891, in Henry County, near Brownington, the youngest of six children of John and Nancy Rickett Walters. Three brothers and a sister preceded him in death. He grew to manhood in the community of his birth and on June 11, 1914, married Margaret Kelly. They settled in the Walters home where Mr. Walters spent his lifetime. Three children blessed their union, one, a daughter, Mrs. Darl (Leta) Eversole, preceded him in death on Aug. 30, 1963. Mr. Walters was a barber by trade. In early years he practiced for some time in Brownington but for more than 25 years he barbered in Deepwater with his nephew, Bill Walters. Due to declining health he was forced to give up his work last September. Mr. Walters delighted in his hobby of clocks and had more than 60 in his home. Fascinated with the work he was ever willing to assist anyone in the repair of a clock. He was a devoted husband and father and a loyal and true friend. Besides his wife he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Hadley (Nora Leona) Kerns, Kansas City, Mrs. Clyde (Maggie Lucille) Schmidt, Clinton; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Nora Boles, Seattle; many other relatives and friends.

WALTERS, William
b: 1869
d: Mar 10 1941
bur: Maplewood Cemetery, Osage Twp, Henry Co, MO
Brownington MO - William Walters died March 10, 1941, at the age of 71. This pioneer resident of Brownington had had poor health for some time. February 25 he suffered a stroke and from that time had grown steadily worse. Mr. Walters attended school at Fairview and Brownington. He was a member of the Brownington Baptist Church and I.O.O.F. Lodge at Garden City. He spent most of his life in Brownington, also lived for a time in Kansas City and as a young man in Garden City. He started working in a barber shop when he was 12 years old and owned and operated his own shop in Kansas City, Deepwater and Brownington, having been engaged in the barber business for some 50 years. Mr. Walters enjoyed fishing and spent a part of each summer at his cabin at Ninnescah Park. He was married June 17, 1900 to Myrtle Michels of Brownington and to this union were born two children. Survivors are his wife and one son, Willie L. Walters, of the home; one sister, Nora Boles, of Seattle, Washington; three brothers, Sam F. Walters, Geo. Walters, Brownington, J. C. Walters, of Wichita, Kansas. Funeral services were held at the Brownington Christian Church March 10. Burial was in Maplewood Cemetery at Brownington.

WALTRIP, Juanita M. JAMES
b: 1918
d: 2003
bur: Ft. Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, Leavenworth Co, KS
Daily Democrat, Clinton MO, Aug 1 2003 - Juanita M. Waltrip, 84, Windsor, died Wednesday morning, July 30, 2003, at Golden Valley Hospital, Clinton. She was born December 24, 1918, in Webb City, the daughter of Edward Lewis James and Minnie Goldie (Roark) James. In August 1964 in Miami, Oklahoma, she married Samuel Rex Waltrip, who died in November 1994. She was a homemaker and also worked for the Forum Cafeteria in Kansas City for three years. Survivors include a daughter, Helen M. Phelps, Windsor; a son, Michael Wells, state of Missouri; a granddaughter, Samantha Stringfellow, Holt; a brother, Edward James, Harrisonville; a sister, Goldie Beard, Clinton, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, Frederick Wells; three brothers, Luther, Carl and Don James, and three sisters, Dorothy Ross, Dovie Miller and Helen James. Graveside services will be Monday, August 4, 1:30 p.m., at the Ft. Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, Kansas.

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