Norma J. Moulds, 89, of Altamont, passed away at 5:00 a.m., Friday, November 26, 2021, at Elm Haven East in Parsons.

She was born August 24, 1932, to Harold and Ruby (Allison) Moulds in Edna, Kansas.  In 1943, she moved with her parents to Altamont, where she attended Altamont Grade School and was a 1952 graduate of Labette County Community High School.

Norma’s first job was cleaning the office of Dr. Victor Jackson in Altamont.  Later she helped out at area cafes, worked as custodian at Twin Valley Electric, and sold Avon for 13 years.

She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Altamont.  She enjoyed doing handcrafts including beadwork, crochet, and embroidery and attending activities at the Altamont Senior Citizens Center.  She especially enjoyed participating in gatherings with family and friends and was responsible for starting Allison Family reunions over twenty years ago.

Survivors include several cousins and a host of friends.

She was preceded in death by her father, Harold Moulds; her mother, Ruby Reel; her step-father, Harry Reel; and an infant brother.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at the First Baptist Church in Altamont.  Burial will take place at Lake Creek Cemetery near Bartlett.  Friends may stop by the First Baptist Church in Altamont from 4 – 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, to sign the register.

Memorials are suggested to the First Baptist Church of Altamont.  These may be left at or mailed to Bath-Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 325, Altamont, KS  67330.

Orville Andrew “Andy” Wright, age 86, of Springfield Missouri, passed away quietly on November 20th, 2021, with family at his side.

Andy was born September 26th, 1935, at Sandy Creek, Oklahoma, the son of the late Charlie and Lois “Polly,” Wright. Growing up in Oklahoma he left there after high school to join the United States Navy. He then married the love of his life Nancy Kathleen Habersaat on April 18th, 1966 in Las Vegas Nevada. He immediately became dad to Gary and Ricky. As a family they lived in many interesting places before he retired in Jacksonville, Florida.

In addition to his parent’s, he was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy and two sisters, Betty and Lois.

Survivors include his sons Gary W. Adams, Springfield Missouri, Ricky C. Adams (Vicky,) Mt. Juliet, TN. 3 Grandchildren: Jonathan M. Adams, Mt. Juliet TN. Ryan T. Adams, Mt. Juliet TN. Christa N. Edwards (Daniel,) LaVergne, TN. 2 Great Grandchildren: Hailey L Edwards and Charlie E. Edwards LaVergne TN.

Sharon Lynn Hoag, age 74, passed away on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at her home surrounded by family.

Sharon was born December 10, 1946 in Salinas, California to the union of Daniel Webster Richardson and Mary Gwin (Jolliff) Richardson. She married Alvin D. Hoag on May 15, 1982 in Joplin, Missouri. Together they shared 16 years before his passing on May 18, 1998. She worked as a bakery manager in Grove, Oklahoma for many years before retiring in 1998. She also worked at Freeman Hospital in Joplin from 1990 until 1998 as a housekeeper. She loved to cook and her two most favorite dishes were enchiladas and goulash. Sharon enjoyed gardening around her house. She was extremely talented and would make many crafts in her spare time. She loved garage sale hopping and finding all the treasures people were getting rid of. But, most of all she loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She will be most dearly missed by all who knew her.

Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, Daniel and Mary Richardson; husband, Alvin Hoag; two sisters, Mary Dee Richardson and Doris Baze; one brother, Wayne Richardson.

Sharon is lovingly survived by her two sons, Randy Callis and wife, Lori, of Diamond, MO, Ron Callis and wife, Melissa, of Diamond, MO; brother, Alfred Richardson and wife, Sherry, of California; two uncles, Tony Jolliff and wife, Nelta, of Athens, Texas, Jerry Jolliff of Texas; eight grandchildren, Randy “Scott” Callis and wife, Whitney, Daniel Callis and fiancé, Kaci, Skylar Callis, Aaron Callis and girlfriend, Hailey, Chase Callis and wife, Amber, Clay Callis, Courtney Callis, and Allen Miller; six great-grandchildren, McKinzee, Natalie, Roper, Ryder, Weston, and Khloe; along with a host of extended family and friends.

Committal of ashes will be held Friday, December 3, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. at Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery with Nick Frazier officiating.

Arrangements are under the special care and direction of Parker Mortuary.

Michael “Mike” Glen Anderson Born on July 21, 1950 In Lincoln, NE Died age 71 on November 26, 2021 in Joplin, MO.

He served in the US Army in Vietnam from 1970-1972 and was very proud of his military service and his son-in-law William’s service.

Mike worked in the oil fields and did construction for most of his life. He was an all around handyman. An expert in sheetrock. He also knew his way around the restaurant business and was a fabulous bartender.

He played basketball and football and danced in Pow Wows in his youth while living in Cortez, Colorado. He loved sports, especially his Denver Broncos.

He loved fishing with his sons-in-law and & grandsons. Sometimes with his daughters, even if one caught the hook in her thumb and another after catching a fish kept spitting at it.

He loved watching Jeopardy and would impress his girls because he seemed like he knew ALL the answers. He was also very artistic!

He was always teasing his kids and grandkids and loved to make everyone laugh. He was Papa Mike to many!

Mike and Leah loved to travel and visit their grandkids. They also loved to go bird watching, especially for eagles.

Mike always gave great advice like “Never Criticize, always encourage.” He always helped those around him, taking many people under his wing.

Our Papa was surrounded by his girls, son’s, and his beloved Leah when he passed. Awesome Mike has left the building!

He was preceded in death by parents , Peggy Standfield and Gerald Anderson. Step- Fathers Jack Standfield and Art Hodge. Sister Gayle Anderson and Brother Rick Hodge.

Survivors are wife Leah Jackson. Children Tisha and William Ludiker, Kelley Anderson and Fiancé Charles Dilts, Molly and Channing Cooper, Frankie Anderson, Vonnie Anderson, Rusty Ludiker, and Lenae and John Walker

Siblings Peggy Sass, Debra Hodge, Skip Hodge, Gary Hodge and Andy Standfield

Grandchildren Tristan & Taylor Ludiker, Payton & Sydney Ludiker, Carleah Ludiker, Mason Dilts, Sandy Jo Walker, Cole Michael Dilts, Rylan Cooper, Navey Cooper, Addie Ipock, Bryce Ipock, Cyrys Ludiker, Ashton Hash, JD Walker, Raven Walker. Many Nieces and Nephews and his beloved dog Sophie.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of the Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.