Donald L. Young, 89, of rural Thayer, passed away at 9:40 a.m., Thursday, December 8, 2022 at his home.
Among his survivors is his wife, Christine Young, of the home.
Further obituary information and service arrangements will be announced by the Carson-Wall Funeral Home of Parsons.
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Loretta J Hines, age 81 of Milo, Missouri passed away December 8th at Moore-Few Nursing Home. She was born September 1, 1941 in Barton County, Missouri to Fred and Annice (Heiskell) Fite. She grew up in Barton County, Missouri and graduated from Golden City High School in 1959.
Loretta was united in Marriage to Bobby W. Hines on October 14, 1960 at the Assembly of God Church in Lamar, Missouri and he survives at the home. After their marriage Loretta and Bob lived in Lamar and Stockton before relocating to Milo in 1972. Loretta worked as a custodian at Bryan School and later at the Fram. After leaving Fram, Loretta cleaned homes for many people in the community.
Loretta was an avid gardener and loved to can the vegetables she raised. She always kept a neat home and enjoyed working in the yard and planting flowers.
Survivors include, her husband Bob Hines of Nevada, daughter Ronnette (Joe) Wilson of Nevada, son Kevin Hines of Nevada and four grandchildren, Jessica (David) Sleezer of Olathe, Ks, Joshua Wilson of Olathe, KS, Nathan Hines of Nevada, MO and Karla Hines of Nevada MO.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Charles Fite and Ronald Fite and two sisters Naomi (Fite) Heckadon and Lois (Fite) Ogle.
Funeral Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada with Pastor Dennis Engelbrecht officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:30 – 2:30 on Wednesday prior to the service at the funeral home.
Memorials are suggested in her name to Pentecostal Assembly or Milo Cemetery c/o Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.
Melvin Dale Klotz, Sr, 86, affectionately known as Mel, reunited with the Lord and his beloved wife on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at the Nevada Regional Medical Center following a battle with chronic illness. Melvin was born on July 12, 1936 at home in Gorham, KS to Matilda Klotz. He spent his early years in Kansas with his mother and maternal grandparents on the family farmstead, and later served in the United States Army. In Great Bend, KS he met his wife Darlene “Jackie” Jackson. They were wed on July 10, 1961 and spent fifty-nine years building their life and family together in Nevada, Missouri.
Melvin enjoyed working as a trucker, farmer, and pharmacy delivery driver. His careers included Schlitz Brewing Company, Highland Dairy Products, and Wilkinson Pharmacy. He enjoyed horses, farming, professional bull riding, and spending time with his dog, Bandit.
Melvin is survived by four children and their spouses, Linda and Kurt Fecht of Walker, MO; Doug and Cindy Webb of Carthage, MO, Dale and Melissa Klotz of Nevada, MO Kelly and Kerri Klotz of Kansas City, MO, and son-in-law, Lynn Cliffman of Nevada, MO. His memory lives on as well through numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Darlene (Jackson) Klotz, his mother, Matilda (Klotz) Simon, step father, William Simon, half-brother, Gene Klein, and his eldest child, Sharon (Webb) Cliffman.
A memorial service for Melvin and his adored wife, Jackie will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada with Pastor Roger Beech officiating. A graveside committal will follow in the Newton Burial Park.
Jennifer Rene Reeves, age 40, Columbus, Kansas, passed away on November 27, 2022 at the University Medical Center in Columbia, Missouri after a courageous battle.
She was born November 11, 1982 in Joplin, daughter of the late Larry “Sonny” Reeves and Sue (Reed) Reeves Gordon of Joplin.
Jennifer had a wonderful personality, sense of humor, and her own kind of love for people. She loved to joke and have fun. She also loved to travel, go on ghost hunts, or load as many children up as she could and go look at Christmas lights whether that was in Branson, Tulsa, or even Arkansas! She loved her family very much, and enjoyed spending time with them, but her favorite time was spent with her niece and great-niece, and cousin. She loved to bake, cook, do crafts, plan parties, and decorate for Christmas and Halloween. Those were her two favorite holidays; she would decorate the yard in Webb City like candy land! She loved horror movies and a variety of music. Though she wasn’t necessarily religious, she was spiritual, and she knew she was right with God. She will be greatly missed by all. She fought a long, hard battle right up to the end!
In addition to her father, Jennifer was preceded in death by her grandmother, Doris Wood, an uncle, Jeff Reed, and a nephew, Miles Bresee.
She is survived by her sisters, Shannon Reeves of MO, Sue Drake of KS, Tracy Reeves of Ohio, and Kellie Fox of KS; her mother, Sue Gordon of MO, her granny, Leta Reeves of KS; niece, Ashlyn Bresee and great-niece Paisley Bresee both of OK, Aunts and Uncles, Russell Wood (Jody) of MO, Clint Wood (Stacy) of MO, Michael Reed of KS, Becki Reed of MO, and Judy McGee of KS; cousins, Megan Reed, Jonathan Reed, Branden Reed and daughter Willow, Barry Wood, Brittainy Durall and children Molly and Phin all of MO.
Graveside services are pending.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Parker Mortuary.
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Hubert A. McClain, 90, of Monett, MO, passed from this life peacefully on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Cox South in Springfield, MO.
Visitation for Mr. McClain will be held from 6 – 7:00 p.m. on Monday, December 12, 2022, at Buchanan Funeral Home. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Buchanan Funeral Home.
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Wanda Kay Mercer, 78, of rural Columbus, was called to her heavenly home at 9:58 p.m. Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at Ascension Via Christi Hospital.
She was born May 4, 1944 in Columbus, Kansas, the daughter of Fred and Mabel (Walker) Thornburg. She graduated from Columbus High School.
On June 29, 1962, she was united in marriage to Ronnie Mercer, and recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.
Wanda served as the Director of Volunteers at Mt. Carmel and Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Pittsburg for 16 years. She was also a volunteer and instructor at the Pittsburg YMCA.
Wanda devoted herself to her religion and the people around her. She enjoyed many years of dedicated service to Glittering Stones and Cherokee County 4-H, Lions Club of Pittsburg, Ascension Via Christi Auxiliary, and inducted into the Pittsburg YMCA Hall of Fame in 2018.
Membership was held in the First Christian Church of Columbus and Associates of the Sisters of St. Joseph.
She is survived by her husband, Ronnie Mercer of the home; a daughter, Tammy Mercer of Campbell, New York; Randy (Christy) Mercer of rural Galena, Kansas and Rex (Sandy) Mercer of rural Columbus; two sisters, Pat Stice of Oswego, Kansas and Debbie Turner of Iola, Kansas; five grandchildren, Randi (Dustin) Wiley, Elizabeth “Beth” (Dexter) Jones, Grady Mercer, Garett (Taylor) Mercer, and Cass (Lexia) Mercer; and 5 great-grandchildren, Weston, Sawyer, Tripp, Alaric, and Stocktin.
She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant sister, Cuba Jean Thornburg and a sister, Thelma Martin.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Mt. Carmel Volunteer Association, Lions Club of Pittsburg, or Pittsburg YMCA. These may be left in care of Brenner Mortuary, 114 E. 4th St., Pittsburg, KS 66762. Friends may also leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com.
She leaves us with her favorite verse, Deuteronomy 31:6. “Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you or forsake you.”
Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary.
Charles Leon Cole, age 83, Joplin, passed away on Monday, December 5, 2022 at St. Luke’s Nursing Center with family at his side.
Charles was born September 17, 1939 in Joplin, Missouri, son of the late Glenn A. Cole and Adeline M. (Hall) Cole. He grew up in Alba where he graduated from Alba High School in 1957. He served in the United States Navy following high school, and returned in 1963 to begin work with Rocketdyne, then Teledyne where he retired October 13, 2009. He was a member of the Central Christian Center of Joplin.
Charles was very talented as a mechanic and was always tinkering with his cars and race cars which he enjoyed very much. He had many friends and fellow racers over the years. He was a fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, and loved to go fishing, especially at Roaring River. He was also a gun enthusiast and worked on and built several guns over the years. He was always a fan of going fast whether on his bikes or in his cars. He will be missed by many.
In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Betty (Lewis) Cole; a daughter, Cindy Yount; brother, Dale A. Cole; and a son-in-law, Peter Morgan.
Survivors include his daughter, LeeAnn Morgan of Carthage; grandchildren, Brandon Cox, Jeremy Cox, Zachary Cox, and Caleb Morgan; 12 great-grandchildren, and his former wife, Rubie Ward of Joplin; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be held on Monday, December 12, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. in Parker Mortuary Chapel with Rev. Doug Wilkerson officiating. Interment will follow in Saginaw Cemetery with Brandon Cox, Jeremy Cox, Zachary Cox, Caleb Morgan, Don Cole, David Cole, and Dennis Cole serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends at Parker Mortuary on Sunday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Patricia Lee (Bridges) Turner, 96, passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2022. at St. Luke’s Nursing Center in Carthage, Missouri.
Patricia was born August 28, 1926, in Little Rock, Arkansas to Carl R. Bridges, Sr. and Nellie Grace (Spicer) Bridges. She moved to Carthage, Missouri with her parents when she was five years old and remained until her death. During high school Patricia was a member of the Olympians, National Honor Society, Band, and Orchestra. She graduated from Carthage High School in 1944. After high school, she was employed at Leggett & Platt as a secretary for George Beimdiek. Sr. and Harry M. Cornell, Sr. Patricia was then employed as a medical secretary for Dr. Richard R. Cohle for 23 years. She also worked for Dr. Peter Richardson, Dr. Greg Unruh, and Dr. Harold Smart for 10 years.
Patricia was a member of the Carthage First Baptist Church for more than 80 years. While attending, she taught Sunday School for the Junior Department for several years. Patricia had several articles published in magazines. She enjoyed writing about the Great Depression in the 1930’s and 1940’s.
Patricia loved her family deeply and she will be missed by family and friends.
Patricia is survived by two daughters, Carla Jean (Turner) Whitman and Dana Lee Turner, both of Carthage, Missouri; three grandchildren, Chris Lynn Wheat and wife, Terri Deann Wheat, of Ozark, Missouri, Darren Gene Wheat and wife, Ashley Krystal Wheat, of Joplin, Missouri, and Shelby Dale Neely of Carthage, Missouri; 3 great grandchildren, Krista Lynn Wheat and Kinsey Mae Wheat, both of Ozark, Missouri, and Tyler Dale Bates of Carthage, Missouri; one niece, Judy Crawford; and one nephew, Jerry Bridges.
Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Nellie Bridges; her brother, Carl R. Bridges, Jr.; sister-in-law, Patty Bridges; and nephew, Jack Bridges.
Patricia’s family would like to thank Dr. Harold Smart and all the nurses and staff at St. Luke’s Nursing Center.
There will be a private family graveside service for Patricia at Park Cemetery in Carthage, Missouri. Online condolences may be made at www.ulmerfh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.
Janice Faye Crawhorn, age 83, formerly of Smiths Grove, KY, was born on April 24, 1939, in Barren County, Kentucky to Harry Millard and Willie Ann (Brown) Sturdivant, passed away on Monday, December 5, 2022, at her home in Nevada following a lengthy illness.
Janice was united in marriage to Robert Donald Blair on March 15, 1956, and he preceded her in death on April 21, 1990. She married Brady E. Crawhorn on November 23, 2002, and he preceded her in death on April 23, 2005.
Janice (Faye) grew up in Smiths Grove, Kentucky. She lived most of her adult life in Indianapolis, Indiana, and later in life moved back to Smiths Grove. Janice has a big heart. She was a caregiver to several family members throughout the years. She was a homemaker that loved to cook, can foods, and garden. Janice loved and cherished her family and her grandchildren. She also looked forward to her daily phone calls with her sister Wanda.
Survivors include three children, two daughters, Lisa A Eador (Martin Eador), Nevada, MO, and Tammy M. Simmons (Gary Simmons), Bowling Green, KY, and one son, Gregory T. Sears (Becky Sears), Indianapolis, IN; five grandchildren, Melissa Hemingway (Daren Hemingway), Indianapolis, IN, Christina Blair, Indianapolis, IN, Christopher Eador (Heather Eador), Nevada, MO, Justin Simmons, Bowling Green, KY, and Nikki Simmons, Bowling Green, KY; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Wanda Craig, Knightstown, IN, and Flossie Elkins, Smiths Grove, KY; several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Francis Sturdivant; two brothers, Todd Sturdivant, and Leon Sturdivant; one son, Mark A. Blair; and one daughter-in-law, Deborah Simpson.
Family graveside services will be held at a later date at Shiloh Cemetery in Smiths Grove, KY.
Sam LaFerrara, age 98, a resident of Fort Scott, KS. Died Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at the Horton House in Fort Scott. He was born July 22, 1924, in East Moline IL. to Pete and Lena LaFerrara of Sicily Italy, the first American born in his family. He joined and served during WWII. He was a crane operator with John Deere for 30 years before retiring to Arkansas. In his retirement years he kept a large garden every summer and enjoyed raising goats. Sam was a lifetime member of the VFW and recently joined the Elks.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, John and Joey, sisters, Rosie and Mary; as well as two wives, Rusty in 1992 and Diane in 2011. He is survived by his daughter Sandra(Don) of Fort Scott, stepson Gay Troutman(Alyce) of Vilonia, AR., grandsons Connor and Jimi; brothers, Georgie and Bennie, sisters Angeline and Irma; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
There was cremation. Rev. Chuck Russel will conduct graveside services at 11:00 am Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at the U. S. National Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the V.F.W. or the Elks and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.