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A Funeral Mass for Lawrence Vincent Barmann, 94, Lawrence, Kan., 11 a.m. Monday, January 7, at St. Gregory Barbarigo Church, Maryville, Mo. Burial with military honors in St. Mary's Cemetery, Maryville. Visitation at St. Gregory's Church 6-7 p.m. Sunday with a prayer service at 7 p.m. Survivors include wife Margaret of Lawrence; daughters Ann (Robert) Edwards of Leawood, Kathy (Mark) Robbins of Lawrence, Sue (Richard) Buchanan of Charleston, S.C.; son Larry (Kathy) Barmann of Red Oak, Iowa; nine grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Memorials to Conception Abbey, Conception Mo., or Alzheimer's Association, c/o Price Funeral Home, 120 E. First St., Maryville, MO 64468, www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com.

Becker, Mary C.

Mary C. Becker, 93, of Raymore, Mo., formerly Pleasant Hill, Mo., passed away January 3, 2008. Funeral services 1:30 p.m. Monday, January 7, at Wallace Funeral Home, 422 N. Lake, Pleasant Hill, where family will receive friends from 12:30 p.m. until service time. Burial in Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Mary worked at Bendix Corp. for 20 years and retired in 1974. She is survived by two sons, Richard Becker and Donald Becker, both of Independence, Mo. Memorials to Crossroads Hospice in lieu of flowers. (Arr.: Wallace Funeral Home of Pleasant Hill)

Bennett, James R.
James R. Bennett, 62, of Kansas City, Mo., died on January 3, 2008. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Tuesday, January 8, at Mount Moriah Terrace Park Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to The Welcome House. Arrangements by: Mount Moriah Terrace Park Funeral Home, at (816) 734-5500.

Borjon, Juan R.
Juan R. Borjon, Sept. 22, 1951 - Dec. 26, 2007, St. Petersburg, Fla. Leaves behind one aunt and uncle and Rosa Briseno, Joseph A. Alvarez, KCK, Juanita Rhodus, Independence, Jessie Cunningham and Carmela Armenta, KCMO, 16 nephews and nieces, 38 great nieces and nephews. (McGilley Midtown, 816-753-6200)

Call-Sullivan, Irene J.
Mrs. Irene J. Call-Sullivan, 79, Kansas City, Mo., passed away December 30, 2007. Services on Saturday, January 5, 1 p.m., at the Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapels. Burial in Blue Ridge Lawn Cemetery. Visitation 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the chapel. (Arr.: Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapels)

Carole, Katherine

WERKOWICH NORTON Katherine Carole Werkowich Norton, "Katie" to those who knew her, died in the early morning hours of January 3, 2008, after a lengthy battle with lung cancer and COPD. Katie was born in Butler, Missouri, but was raised in Kansas City. For 22 years Katie worked as a seamstress in the International Garment Workers' Union, but she is best known as the owner of Katie's Alterations in Westport. There she was truly in her element, and altered the garments and lives of countless people in the best possible way. Katie is survived by her sister, Clara Conklin of Orrick, Missouri, and her brother James Collins of Warsaw, Missouri. Katie also leaves behind many nieces and nephews who were very special to her. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, January 7, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help (Redemptorist) Catholic Church, Broadway and Linwood, Kansas City, Mo. Visitation will be at the church from 12:30 p.m. until service time. Burial will be in Mt. Washington Cemetery, Independence. (Arr.: Marts Memorial Services, 816-561-8181)

Davidson, Annette H.

Annette H. Davidson, 92, Lee's Summit, Mo., was born April 26, 1915, in Pleasant Hill, Mo., the daughter of Robert T. and Alice (McCalley) Hunt. She departed this life January 3, 2008, at the John Knox Village Care Center, Lee's Summit. On February 3, 1952, she was united in marriage to William C. Davidson in Pleasant Hill. Annette lived most of her life in the Kansas City metro area and Raytown until moving to John Knox Village in 1987. She graduated with honors from Pleasant Hill High School and the University of Missouri-Columbia with a B.S. degree in Business Administration. She worked for 40 years in the business offices of Fox Midwest Theatres, Clipper Mfg. Co. and retired from Commonwealth Theatres. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Lee's Summit and the women's Dorcas Circle. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Roberta Knorpp, a nephew James Chester Knorpp II, a niece Helen Jo (Knorpp) McClintock and two great nephews, Tim and J.C. McClintock. She is survived by her husband, of the home; three nephews, Larry Kosfeld of Greenwood, David Kosfeld and James Kosfeld of Pleasant Hill; a niece, Malinda Neve of Pleasant Hill; a great niece, Rhonda (Knorpp) Rogge of Kansas City, Mo.; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Sunday, January 6, 2008, at the Stanley-Dickey Funeral Home, (816) 540-5550 with visitation from 2 p.m. until service time. Burial will be in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to Missouri Girls Town, PO Box 59, Kingdom City, MO 65262. Online condolences may be sent to the family at the website www.stanley- dickeyfuneralhome.com.

Denton, Monnie Ray
Monnie Ray Denton, 70, of Atchison, Kan., formerly of Weston, Mo., passed January 3, 2008. Visitation 6:30-8 p.m. Monday, January 7, at Vaughn Funeral Home, Weston, (816) 386-2281; services 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday. Burial Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Weston. Memorials to Faith Bible Fellowship Church, Atchison.

Farley, Ivan E.

Ivan E. Farley, formerly of Leawood, KS, passed away Thursday, January 3, 2008. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. Monday, January 7, at Mt. Moriah & Freeman Chapel, 10507 Holmes Road. Services will follow at 11 a.m. at the chapel. Ivan was born Jan. 11, 1913, in Kansas City, KS, and graduated from Smith- Cotton High School in Sedalia, MO. He served as a 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Army during World War II. While serving as the Assistant Director of the Quartermaster Depot in Kansas City, he met and married his wife of 59 years, Esther Zscheile. She preceded him in death in 2003. Ivan was a wheat buyer for Seaboard Allied Milling until his retirement in 1979, and was a member of the Kansas City Board of Trade. Upon retirement he became a member of Ararat Shrine and joined the Greeter Unit to which he devoted countless hours of service. Other memberships included Ivanhoe Masonic Lodge and The Retired Officers' Association, and he was a long-time member of South- Broadland Presbyterian Church. Ivan will be remembered for his integrity, honesty, unwavering optimism, and deep love of his family and his country. A daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Bill Hodgson of Overland Park, grandson Daniel, grandson Michael and wife Amber, and great-granddaughter Dinah survive him. Memorial contributions may be made to the church, to the Transportation Fund of Ararat Shrine, or to a charity of the donor's choice. (Arrangements: Mt. Moriah & Freeman, 816- 942-2004)

Freeman, Victor "Vick"

Victor "Vick" Freeman of Kansas City, Missouri, longtime resident of Nashua, Missouri, joined his heavenly father on January 3, 2008. Vick was born in Decatur, Nebraska, April 16, 1909. He was preceded in death by his precious wife of 61 years, Velma May Hammontree, whom he missed very much. Also preceding him were his parents, three brothers, sister and his son, Bobbie Ray Freeman. Survivors include Ronnie E Freeman and wife Dee of Corvallis, Oregon, Alice Jensen and children, Dorcie, Diana, Steve, Debra and Gary and their children, and Beth Mitchell and children, Emily, Justin and Lori, all of Kansas City. He was a self-educated, mechanically inclined individual whose pride and joy was his talent of gardening and his beautiful yard. He was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local #101 for 68 years. He was also a longtime member of the World Wide Church of God. Friends and family may celebrate his life Monday, January 7, 2008, at Park Lawn Funeral Home at 8251 Hillcrest Road of Kansas City, Mo. Visitation begins at 10 a.m., service at 11 a.m. followed by a brief graveside blessing. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Cross Roads Hospice of Kansas City.

Garcia Jr., Rene
Rene Garcia, Jr., infant son of Rene and Anacely Garcia, of Bonner Springs, Kansas, passed away peacefully January 2, 2008. Graveside services will be held at 9 a.m. on Monday, January 7, at the Bonner Springs Cemetery in Bonner Springs, Kansas. (Arr.: Alden-Harrington Funeral Home, 913-422-4074)

Gladbach, Allen Richard

Allen Richard Gladbach, age 64, of Blue Springs, Mo., passed away on January 2, 2008, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born December 15, 1943, in Mendon, Mo. The funeral services will be held at St. John La Lande Catholic Church in Blue Springs on Monday, January 7, at 10 a.m. Rosary will be held at St. John La Lande Catholic Church at 6 p.m. with Visitation from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 6. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. John La Lande Endowment Fund for Catholic Education, St. John La Lande Catholic Church, 805 N.W. RD Mize Road, Blue Springs, MO 64015. The family would like to thank and acknowledge Pat Bryant, Delbert Dodson and Larry Warmington for all their help during these past few months. Arrangements made through Chapel of Memories, (816) 463-4030.

Hafliger, Julia (Daniels)
Julia (Daniels) Hafliger, 60, of Newton Kansas, passed away at Newton Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at noon on Monday, January 7, 2008, at Floral Hills Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday at the chapel.

Humphreys, William Arthur

William Arthur Humphreys, 77, of Frontenac, Kan., died at 8:55 a.m. Thursday, January 3, 2008, in Pittsburg, Kan. He was a former resident of Overland Park, Kan., for 39 years before moving to Frontenac in 2004. William was employed by Rex Darnell Inc. Survivors include his wife Carol of Frontenac, one son and two daughters. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday, January 7, 2008, at the South Broadway Baptist Church in Pittsburg. Burial will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Ft. Scott National Cemetery. Condolences may be left online at the website www.friskelfuneralhome.com. Memorials may be made to the S. Broadway Baptist Church Building Fund. These may be left at or mailed to the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of the Friskel Funeral Home, at 230 E. McKay, Frontenac, KS 66763.

Kelley, Donald L.

Donald Lee Kelley, 74, of Weston, Mo., passed away on Friday, January 4, 2008. Survived by daughters, Marion Kelley- Buckle and husband, Steve, Kansas City, Mo., and Sheila Kelley-Benner and husband Jack, Platte City, Mo.; grandchildren, Archie, Derik and Angela; and seven brothers and sisters. Funeral service 7 p.m. Monday, January 7, at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Edgerton, with visitation from 6-7 p.m. prior to the service.

Kirk, Elizabeth H.

Betty Kirk, 92, died at home Tuesday morning, January 1, 2008. She was born in Kansas City on November 15, 1915, to Frank and Stella Hanna. She grew up in Chicago and New York. Betty met her future husband, Jim, at the University of Illinois when he noticed her on a crowded sidewalk and followed her home. One of her lifelong traditions was celebrating the anniversary of their first date. Betty and Jim moved to Kansas City shortly after their marriage in 1936. They continued living in Kansas City through his death in March 2003. In 1945, they founded the family business, which continues successfully today as Kirk Welding Supply. They also started the Kirk Foundation, a family charitable foundation that supports many worthwhile causes mainly in the Kansas City area. Betty worked for years as a volunteer for the American Cancer Society and Kansas City Hospice. She was loved and admired during her lifetime, and will be missed by those who survive her, including her sons, Phil, Frank and Mike; their wives, Judy, Nancy and Julie; her grandson, David Kirk, and his wife Molly; her granddaughter, Melinda Sanders, and her husband Robert; her granddaughter, Natalie Kirk; her grandson, Andrew Kirk, and his wife Susan; her grandson, James Kirk; her granddaughter, Kristi Kirk; and her great grandchildren, Katherine and Sam Kirk, Ryan and Ashley Sanders and Rory Kirk. The family plans a private celebration of her life and, in lieu of flowers, requests donations to Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, 9221 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64114 or any other charity. Arrangements by: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Overland Park Chapel, 8201 Metcalf, Overland Park, Kan., (913) 648-6224.

Kirk, Marilyn Sue

Marilyn Sue Kirk passed away Thursday, January 3, 2008 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City. Visitation will be held at 10 a.m. with memorial services following at 11 a.m. on Monday, January 7 at Peculiar United Methodist Church located at 20521 S. School Rd. in Peculiar, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to the Peculiar United Methodist Church memorial fund. She was the loving wife of Whitson J. Kirk Jr. for 45 years and mother of Ann Kirk Hobert (wife of Ben Hobert) and Whitson John Kirk III (husband of Melissa Kirk). Sue also adored her two grandchildren, Hannah Christine Hobert and Henry Walter Hobert. Sue was the sister of Alan Thomas Richeson (married to Lillian Richeson) and William Dexter Richeson (married to Jilleen Richeson). She was predeceased by her parents William V. and Ina L. Richeson. Sue retired from teaching elementary school in 1994 after teaching for 35 years. Sue was known for her creative teaching of gifted and talented children, which earned her numerous awards for nutrition education. Sue was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Fond memories and condolences may be left for the family at www.dwnewcomers. com. Arrangements by DW Newcomer's Longview Funeral Home and Cemetery. (816)761.6272.

Kuster, Betty Jane

1925-2008 Born on March 23, 1925, to Leo and Anna Smith in Kansas City, Missouri. Preceded in death by her parents; brother Leonard Smith; sister May Dean Fahey; brother-in-law Bill Fahey, and former husband Robert Kuster. Betty graduated from Central High School and was also a member of her Christian church fellowship- the "Criterion Group", both of Kansas City. She kept in touch with her alumni until her passing. Her life-long passion and vocation was the study, teaching and performance of dance. She trained many students in both Kansas CityBin, her own studio, and also here in Tucson at the Fritschy Academy of Dance. She also performed on live television in the early 40s. Betty is survived by her son David R. Kuster, daughter-in-law Cherry R. Kuster; nieces: Jackie Fahey, Ruth Ann Wein; nephew-in-law, Jerome Wein; great nephew Matthew Seymour; great great niece Caitlyn Seymour; great niece Deborah Perkerson and her husband Douglas; their children Nathaniel and Zachary, and step grandson Dominic Hermosillo. Our special prayers, gratitude and appreciation go out to the staff and residents of Rosa's Devotion House, Tucson, Ariz. Graveside service and Interment will be held on Friday, January 4, 2008, at 1 p.m. in east lawn Palms Cemetery, Tucson, Ariz. Arrangements are with Angel Valley Funeral Home- Tucson, Ariz.

LaRocca, Salvatore Joseph

Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, Retired Salvatore Joseph LaRocca, 83, passed away Friday, January 4, 2008, at North Kansas City Hospital. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Monday, January 7, at St. Gabriel Archangel Catholic Church, 4737 N. Cleveland, Kansas City, MO 64117; burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Kansas City North. Visitation will be 3-6 p.m. Sunday at Passantino Bros. Funeral Home, 2117 Independence Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64124, where the rosary will be said at 4:30 p.m. Full obituary published tomorrow. (Arr.: Passantino Bros. Funeral Home, 816-471-2844)

Lassiter, Betty Nelle

(FARNSWORTH) Betty Nelle Lassiter (Farnsworth) left this world on December 31, 2007. She was born April 6, 1927, in Powersville, Mo., to Lewis and Effie Farnsworth. She was reunited in heaven with her husband of 59 years, Kenneth E. (Jack) Lassiter, her mother, and brother, Robert Farnsworth. Betty is survived by her sister, Martha Arnall of Grandview; son, Ken S. Lassiter (wife Debbie) of Bentonville, Arkansas; daughter, Jan Thate (husband Greg) of Florissant, Mo. She also leaves five grandchildren, Brian Lassiter (wife Gianna) of Minneapolis, Minn., Megan McQuerry of Blue Springs, Michael Thate of Florissant, Olivia Lassiter and Hannah Lassiter of Bentonville. She also leaves two great grandchildren, Alex and Maria Lassiter of Minneapolis. Also left on earth are her nephew, Dave Arnall (wife Sandy) of Peculiar, and close family friends Ron, Cheryl and Brian Hodge of Lee's Summit. Betty graduated from East High School in 1945 and remained active with class reunion activities. She worked for AT&T as a long distance operator and for Monarch Egg Company, but spend most of her time at home as a loving wife and mother. She also did a variety of volunteer work over the years and she enjoyed sewing, cooking, playing bridge and bowling. Visitation will be Saturday, January 5, from 1-2 p.m., with services following at D.W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Chapel. Instead of flowers, memorials are requested to The American Lung Association - In Memory of Betty Lassiter - 2400 Troost - Suite 4300 - Kansas City, MO 64108. Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at www.dwnewcomers.com. Arrangements by: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Chapel, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64133, (816) 353- 1218.

Leck, Dorothy Ann
Dorothy Ann Leck, nurse and homemaker of Lakewood, Colo., died Dec. 27. Beloved wife of David E. Leck, mother of Roxane, Alyce and Pamela. Memorial Mass Monday, Jan. 7, 11 a.m., at Christ On The Mountain Catholic Church, 13922 W. Utah Ave., in Lakewood. Inurnment at Olinger Crown Hill Cemetery.

Marshall, Patricia A.

Patricia A. Marshall, 56, of Independence, Mo., passed away January 2, 2008. Visitation will be at the Sheil Colonial Chapel on Monday, January 7, from 6-8 p.m., with rosary at 7 p.m. The funeral service will be held at St. Ann's Catholic Church on Tuesday, January 8, at 10 a.m. Burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Patricia was a lifelong resident of the metropolitan area and a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church. She was a teacher for St. Ann's and St. Bernadette's Catholic grade schools, retired in 2003, and most recently taught at the Sylvan Learning Centers. Patricia will be fondly recalled by her peers and students as the "Dino Lady" due to her love and passion of the Prehistoric world. She was a member of the Dahlia Society, the KC Garden Club and was a Eucharistic Minister at St. Ann's Catholic Church. Patricia loved the Wizard of Oz and was an avid viewer from the age of 6. Patricia is survived by her husband of 36 years, Victor Marshall of the home; two sons, Jason D. Marshall of Warrensburg, Mo., and Jeffrey A. (Amy R.) Marshall of Independence, Mo.; grandchildren Pruedynce I., Daemyon X., Jaushua A., and Lukys I.W., and a brother, Bob O'Donnell.

Martin, Johnnie L.
Mrs. Johnnie L. Martin, 74, of Kansas City, Kan., passed away January 1, 2008, at home. Services will be 11 a.m. Monday, January 7, at Bible Temple Baptist Church, at 2804 Hiawatha, Kansas City, Kan. Burial Chapel Hill Cemetery. Visitation 9-11 a.m. on Monday at the church. (Arr.: Mrs. J.W. Jones Memorial Chapel.)

Meyn, Fredrick A.

Fredrick Alan Meyn, 43, of Olathe, Kan., passed away Thursday, January 3, 2008, at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, January 9, 2008, at Alden-Harrington Funeral Home, 214 Oak St., Bonner Springs, Kan., with burial to follow in Leavenworth V.A. National Cemetery, Leavenworth, Kan. The family will receive friends at the visitation from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday evening, January 8, 2008, at the funeral home. The family suggests memorial contributions to the D.A.V. in care of the funeral home. Fred was born August 14, 1964, at the Jacksonville, Florida Naval Hospital, son of Paul W. Meyn, Sr. and June McDaniel of Chesapeake, Va. He graduated from the Basehor school system and entered the Navy shortly after. He was stationed at the DesSubPiers until he was struck by a car at the main gate. He remained in the Portsmouth Naval Hospital for an extended period and upon release lived with his mother and stepfather in Chesapeake, Va. He moved to the Kansas City area and was employed by the U.S. Post Office until his untimely death. He is survived by his wife, Olga Meyn, two sons, Dima and Steven; his father, Paul Meyn, Sr. and stepmother, Ruth Meyn; his mother June McDaniel and stepfather Roy McDaniel; two sisters, Chris Hilborn and her husband Dennis and Beverly Vautrinot, and one brother, Paul Meyn, Jr. He is also survived by numerous relatives from Ruth's side of the family. Arrangements by: Alden- Harrington Funeral Home, 214 Oak St., Bonner Springs, KS 66012, (913) 422- 4074.

Miller, Mary Katherine

Mary Katherine Miller, 68, of Pleasant Hill, Mo., passed away on December 16, 2007. In lieu of lowers, the family requests contributions to the Kansas City Hospice. Mary was born August 6, 1939. She was the daughter of Harry B. and Mona J. Smith. She resided in Pleasant Hill, Mo., but had lived in Stockton, Mo., and Omaha, Nebraska. She enjoyed hunting, fishing, and antique furniture. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Miller; her parents; and two sisters, Geneva White and Maxine Bailey. She is survived by one brother, Harry D. Smith; two sisters, Hazel McCullan and Mildred Cramer; and many nieces and nephews. (Arr.: Langsford Funeral Home, 115 SW 3rd St., Lee's Summit, MO 64063, at 816-524- 3700.)

Molen, Mary Elizabeth

Mary E. Molen, 81, of Girard died at 9:10 P.M. Wednesday January 2, 2008 at Pleasant Hill Resident, Girard, IL. She was born October 26, 1926 in Greenville, Illinois the daughter of John & Alice (Schlup) Rooney. She married Sam Molen on August 31, 1978 in Ocala, FL. he survives. Mary worked at the Southgate Bank in Kansas City, MO as a Bank Marketing Officer. She was a member of the First Christian Church, Girard. She is survived by her husband, Sam; daughter, Nikki Lynne (husband, Charlie) Muir Rogers of Lewistown, Montana; grandsons, Matthew Thomas and Ty Nicholas Konitz and 2 nieces. Services will start at Noon today, Saturday, at the First Christian Church with Rev. Dick Whitworth officiating. Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church, Girard, IL and the American Cancer Society.

Murray Sr., Harlan M.
Harlan M. Murray, Sr., 58, Grandview, Mo., passed away on January 2, 2008. Services will be Monday, January 7, at 11 a.m., at the Bethel Baptist Church, 2405 Sherman (R.C. Higgs Dr.), Kansas City, Kan. Burial in Brooking Cemetery. Visitation 9-11 a.m. Monday at the church. (Arr.: Lawrence A. Jones, 816-921-1800)

Osburn, Gerald Ott
Gerald Ott Osburn, 72, of Deepwater, Mo., died Wednesday, January 2, 2008, at his home. Services 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 7, 2008, at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence, Mo., (252-7900). Burial in Mt. Washington Forever Cemetery. Visitation will be 7-8:30 p.m. on Sunday at the chapel.

Oxley, James M.

James M. Oxley, age 66, passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2008, at home. He was born on February 14, 1941, in Cheboygan, Mich., one of 16 children- nine brothers and six sisters. His family moved to Independence, Mo., in 1952. After his wife passed away in 2003 he moved to Virginia Beach, Va. He retired from the Ford Motor Co., Kansas City Assembly plant after 32 years. He is survived by one son and two daughters, William Oxley and wife Penny of Lee's Summit, Mo., Margie Bray and husband Harry of Virginia Beach, Va., Lori Bak of New Castle, Colo.; 11 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to the American Cancer Society. (Arr.: Cremation Society of Virginia, Virginia Beach)

Pace, Jovan John

Jovan John Pace, 82, passed away on Jan. 3, 2008. He was born June 29, 1925 to Joe and Katie (Restivo) Pace. John was preceded in death by his parents, brother Anthony, daughter Diane, 2 step- granddaughters. John is survived by his wife Dolores Merle, brothers Jasper (Virginia), Tom (Pat), sons Joe, John P., Frank, Michael, stepsons & spouses Howard & Kim Wulff, James & Linda Wulff, Steven & Trisa Wulff, Paul & Kathy Wulff, stepdaughter Theresa Wulff, 7 grandchildren, 13 step- grandchildren. John was the founder of Pace Automotive & Electronics Equipment, also Pace Speedshop. He was a vet of World War II and a member of American Legion Post 21. The family would like to thank the staff at Carondolet Manor & Odyssey Hospice for the care given to him. Memorial contributions may be made to Boy Scouts of America or St. Jude's Childrens Hospital. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. on January 7 at St. Catherine's Catholic Church, 105th Terr. & Grandview Rd. Burial at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. Sunday, January 6, at Sebbeto Funeral Home. Rosary will be said at 5:30 p.m. (Arrangements: Sebbeto Funeral Home, 221- 4400)

Parker-Bailey, Elaine
Elaine Parker-Bailey, 85, of Highland, Kan., and previously of Bonner Springs passed January 3, 2008. Services 1 p.m. Tuesday, January 8, at Alden-Harrington Funeral Home, at (913) 422-4074, with the burial to follow in Bonner Springs Cemetery. Visitation 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. prior to services at the funeral home.

Rader, Shepard Orlin Oliver
Shepard Rader, age 1, passed away on January 2, 2008. A memorial service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, January 5, 2008, at McGilley State Line Chapel, 12301 State Line Road, KCMO 64145. Make contributions to the Kansas State University Alumni Association. (Arr.: McGilley State Line Chapel, at 816-942- 6180.)

Sisk, Harold F.
Harold F. Sisk passed away January 3, 2008, at his home in Eudora. Memorial service to celebrate Harold's life at Warren-McElwain Chapel, 1003 John L. Williams Dr., Eudora, Kan., 2:30 p.m. Sunday, January 6. Memorial contributions to Douglas County Hospice. (McGilley & Frye Funeral Home, 913- 782-0582)

Summers-Niedner, Norma L.

Norma Lee Niedner, 69, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed to her eternal glory on Thursday, January 3, 2008. She was an active member of Bethany Lutheran Church in Overland Park, Kansas. Norma was born on July 13, 1938, in Lamar, Missouri. She was baptized as an infant at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Lockwood. She was a parochial teacher and school organizer in Fort Wayne, Indiana, an educator in the Blue Valley School District, and the founding principal of the Christian day school at Bethany Lutheran Church. She was active in Bethany's social ministry, and in the Lutheran Women's Missionary League. Norma was preceded in death by her parents, Edward C. Von Stroh and Hulda A. (Mein) Von Stroh, and one brother Lonnie Jean Von Stroh. She is survived by her husband, Bill, of the home; her son Nathan Summers and his wife Donielle; her daughter Carrie Hunt and her husband Russell; a step son Walter Niedner and wife Heather, of New York City, and a step son Chris Niedner, of Overland Park, KS. Four grand children, Georgia, Trevor, Hal, and Niamh. Survivors also include a sister Mary Lou Strahm and husband Rod; brother Dean Von Stroh and wife Betty, of Wichita, KS; a brother Gordon Von Stroh and wife Patrice, of Highlands Ranch, CO; her mother's sister Luella Granneman of Hepler, KS; her father's brother Raymond Von Stroh, of Lockwood, MO; numerous nieces and nephews, and a large extended family. Visitation will be on Sunday, January 6, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Monday, January 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., with funeral services immediately following at 11:00 a.m., all at Bethany Lutheran Church at 9101 Lamar in Overland Park, Kansas. Donations may be made in Norma's name to the Bethany Foundation, with special designation for Bethany school scholarships, and The Lutheran Hour. Arrangements: D. W. Newcomer's Sons Johnson County Chapel, (913) 451- 1860

Thompson, Marvin "Tom"
Marvin Thompson, 77, Lexington, Mo., died January 2, 2008. Services 10 a.m. Monday, January 7, at Walker-Nadler-Fuller Funeral Home, Lexington, (660) 259- 2245. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home. Burial Missouri State Veterans Cemetery, Higginsville. Memorials to donor's choice of charity.

Trentham, Gary F.

Gary F. Trentham was born May 26, 1947, in Independence, Missouri. In life, he was foremost a husband and a father. To provide for his family, Gary owned his own business in Independence, Fitzgerel Htg. & Air Conditioning, from 1976-1992 and was a member of Sheet Metal Workers local Union #2. As call sign KCØFL he enjoyed his strongest passion as an amateur radio operator and belonged to the Independence FM Amateur Radio Club and a life member of the American Radio Relay League. He was a member of Duncan Road Baptist Church. He also served his country as a member of the U.S. Naval Air Reserve 1967-1973. Gary passed away Thursday, January 3, 2008. He is survived by Linda C. Trentham, his beloved wife of 39 years who still resides in Independence; his son Christopher A. Trentham and his wife Kim of Kentwood, Mich.; his daughter Shannon M. Spangler and husband Tony of Blue Springs; his son Corey F. Trentham of Mission, Kan.; sister Donna L. Johnson and husband James of Lee's Summit; sister Janice V. Whitehouse of Lee's Summit; sister Martha Ann Smith and husband Allen of Independence; sister Mary Lee Holden and husband James of Greenwood; and two grandchildren, Jacob A. Spangler and Katelyn N. Spangler of Blue Springs. A visitation for Gary will be held Monday, January 7, 2008, from 6-8 p.m. at Floral Hills Funeral Home in Kansas City, Missouri. A graveside service will be held at the Floral Hills Memorial Gardens on Tuesday, January 8, 2008, at 2 p.m. with Pastor Larry Chapman officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Kansas City Hospice, 12000 Wornall, Kansas City, MO 64145. Fond memories and condolences may be left for the family at www.dwnewcomers.com (Arr.: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Chapel, at 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64133, 816-353-1218.)

Vaughn, Nellie Turner

Nellie Turner Vaughn, 78, of Kansas City, MO passed away January 3, 2008. Graveside services will be held 11am, Saturday January 5, 2008 at White Chapel Memorial Gardens, 6600 NE Antioch Rd Gladstone, MO. Nellie was born in Cleveland County, North Carolina, and was the last of eleven Turner children. Nellie is survived by her daughter Laura Kay Criscione and husband Frank of Kansas City, MO; a son Billy Ray Vaughn of Liberty, MO; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband James Lewis Vaughn; two sons James Lewis Vaughn III, and Robert Wade Vaughn. (Arr: Newcomer's White Chapel Funeral Home 816-452- 8419)

Warfield, Gloria Ann
Gloria Ann Warfield, 53, passed away January 2, 2008. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, January 2, 2008, at the Macedonia Baptist Church, 609 N. 18th St., Kansas City, Kan. Burial Memorial Park, Kansas City, Kan. Visitation 9- 11 a.m. Monday at the church. (Arr.: Lawrence A. Jones & Sons, 816-921-1800)

January 4, 2008

Andes, Mabel E.
Mabel E. Andes, 86, Independence, MO died. 2, 2008. Services 11:00 am, Mon., Jan 7, 2008 at the Community Center at the Groves. Visitation one hour prior to service. Burial Md. Grove Cemetery. Contributions to Grandma's Alzheimer's Fund, 300 N. Osage, Indep. MO 64050. (arr: Carson-Speaks Chapel, 252-7900)

January 3, 2008

Anderson, Elizabeth H.

Graveside service for Elizabeth H. Anderson will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 5, Mount Hope Cemetery, KCK. Elizabeth died Monday, Dec. 31, 2007, at Evergreen Valley Nursing Home, Mesa, Ariz. She was born Dec. 24, 1916, in KCK, where she had lived most of her life. She worked many years at Republic Ins. Co. and was a secretary to the Dean of Central Baptist Seminary for 20 years. Survivors: a niece, Carol Shaffer, Arizona; two nephews, Gary Anderson and Don Anderson, Kansas. Arr.: Porter Funeral Home & Crematory, (913) 621-6400.

Baird, Dessie E. (Betty)

Dessie E. (Betty) Baird, age 86, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away at Park Place Care Center January 2, 2008. Funeral services will be at noon on Saturday, January 5, 2008, with visitation from 11 a.m. to noon at D.W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Chapel. Burial in Lawson Cemetery, Lawson, Mo. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Park Place Care Center c/o Vicki Ray (Activity Director), 11901 Jessica Lane, Raytown, MO 64138. Dessie was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Thomas E. Baird, her son Richard Lee Baird, and a sister, Dorothy M. Stuart. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia A. Stoddard, son- in-law Arthur G. Stoddard, one sister, Marjorie A. Holm, seven grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at the website www.dwnewcomers.com. (Arrangements by: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Chapel, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64133, 816-353-1218)

Baker, Nellie Marie
Nellie Marie Baker, 93, Platte City, MO, passed away January 1, 2008. Visitation 6:30-8 p.m. Friday January 4, with funeral services 10:30 a.m. Saturday January 5, at Rollins Funeral Home, Platte City, MO. 816-858-2129. Burial Platte City Cemetery.

Bandy, Charlie L.
Charlie L. Bandy, 57, KCMO, died December 29, 2007. Funeral services 8 pm with visitation 7-8 pm. Friday January 4, at Watkins Brothers Chapel. Cremation. (Arr: Watkins Brothers Chapel)

Beatty, Edna I.
Edna I. Beatty, 78, of Kansas City, Mo., passed away December 26, 2007 at Research Medical Hospital. Services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, January 5 at Second Baptist Church, with visitation from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the church. Burial in Forest Hill Cemetery. (Arr. Watkins Brothers Memorial Chapel)

Bisaha, Dr. Martin Michael

Dr. Martin Michael Bisaha of Albuquerque, N.M. died December 27, 2007, from diabetic complications. He was born October 20, 1931, in Perth Amboy, N.J. to Martin and Mary Bisaha. He was the baby of 10 and the only one to head west. He attended the University of Kansas, earning both bachelor's and master's degrees in Special Education. In addition, he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Cleveland Chiropractic College. He attended a dance in Kansas City with a fraternity brother and met the love of his life, Marita Lynch. They were married July 4, 1957. The army stationed him in Germany, where they lived the next two years. Back in the states, they had three beautiful daughters, Kathy, Ann and Marcia. Sadly and unexpectedly, Marita died in 1979, leaving Marty with three teenage daughters. In 1984, he married Jody Fossey and moved to Branson, Mo. Several years later, they moved to Albuquerque. Survivors include his wife Jody and his stepson Reed of the home, his sister Josephine Kowalczyk and husband Hank of Somerville, N.J., daughters, Dr. Katherine Smith and Craig, Ann Park and Danny, Marcia Lennon and Cory, many nieces and nephews, nine grandchildren and one great granddaughter. His wife Marita, his parents, five sisters and three brothers preceded him in death. The memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 5, at noon, at St. Thomas More Parish. Friends may call between 11:30 a.m. and noon. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the St. Thomas More Capital Campaign Fund to aid in the rebuilding of the school and church. Donations to: St. Thomas More Parish, 11822 Holmes Road, Kansas City, MO 64131, in memory of Martin Michael Bisaha.

Blatt, Elizabeth Frances "Betty"

BLATT Elizabeth "Betty" Frances Blatt, 79 of Kansas City passed away Jan. 1, 2008, shortly after the New Year with friends and family close by. Services will be 10:00 am, Sat. Jan. 5, 2008 at the Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave, Indep. MO. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation will be from 7 – 8:30 pm, Friday at the chapel. Contributions are suggested to Grace Hospice. Mrs. Blatt was born on Oct. 8, 1928 in Independence, MO to Bertha and Emmett Lewis, the 7th of 8 children. She grew up in Sugar Creek, MO and graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1947. She married Roger Allen Blatt on July 26th that same year. She raised her family in Independence, and lived her life with a strong faith in Jesus Christ. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Roger on Jan. 3, 1990, her parents, Bertha and Emmett Lewis and siblings Lawrence Lewis, Bruce Lewis, Corrine Snider, Jessie Snider, Georgia Lyman and Kayedon Lewis. She is survived by sons Stacy Blatt, Yankton, South Dakota and Russell Blatt of the home, daughter-in-law Carmen and grandson Gabriel Blatt of the home, grandson Chris Arredondo, Mayport Naval Air Station, FL and brother Byron "Bud" Lewis of Independence. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.speakschapel.com (arr: Carson- Speaks Chapel, 252-7900)

Bogan, Tressa Harlean Gage
Tressa Harlean Gage Bogan, age 71, of Rogers, Arkansas, died on December 31, 2007, at her home in Rogers. She is survived by one sister, Jo Anderson; one brother, Carroll Gage; three sons, Jay Bogan and wife Deanna, Jeffery Bogan and wife Kimmie, and Stoney Bogan and wife Rose.

Bohanon, Eunice
Eunice Bohanon, 87, of The Colony, Texas, formerly of Kansas City, born on December 28, 1920, passed December 28, 2007. Graveside services at noon on Saturday, January 5, at Brooking Cemetery. Visitation 11 a.m. to noon Saturday at Sheil Colonial Chapel. Memorials may be made to Little Sisters of the Poor.

Bollinger, Delos
Delos Bollinger 73, of Excelsior Springs, MO passed away Dec. 30, 2007. Services at a later date. Cremation. He is survived by his loving daughter Vicki Bollinger. Arrangements Bross & Spidle Funeral Home 217 W. Broadway, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024 816- 630-3131.

Botz, Thomas E. "Tom"

Thomas E. "Tom" Botz, 83, of Overland Park, Kan., passed away Monday, December 31, 2007, at his home. Tom was born January 14, 1924, in Kansas City, Mo. He served in the United States Navy during World War II, flying "PBYs" in the South Pacific. Tom worked as a police officer for the Kansas City Police Department and later began his own general construction contracting company. He was a member of the Dwight Cowles Post of the American Legion. Golf was his hobby and passion. Tom was proud of the fact that he scored two hole-in-ones in his career. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert E. and Ethel M. Botz; two brothers, Robert L. Botz and Jack Botz; sisters, Dorothy Calow, Rosemary Tucker and Vivian Marchio. He is survived by his wife, Doreen Moore-Botz; his children, Tom Botz and wife Marianne of Manhattan, Kan., Leslie Weaver of Olathe, Kan., and Margaret Marden and husband Bill of Overland Park, Kan.; grandchildren, Michael and Elizabeth Marden and Mathew Galbraith; sister, Sue Fetters of Oklahoma City, Okla.; sister-in-law, Anne Botz of Lenexa, Kan.; three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 9:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 5, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 11300 W. 103rd St., Overland Park, Kan., and Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 a.m. Inurnment will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Kansas City, Mo. The family wishes to express their deepest appreciation to Dr. John Nelson and Tom's wonderful caregivers of Kansas City Hospice. (Arrangements: Muehlebach Funeral Home, 816-444-2060, www.muehlebachchapel.com)

Brandt, Pamela Sue
Pamela Sue Brandt, 56, Olathe, passed away January 1, 2008, at Olathe Medical Center. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 5, 2008, at DeSoto Baptist Church. Burial in DeSoto Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday, January 4, 2008, at Bruce Funeral Home in Gardner, Kan., (913) 856-7111.

Brown, Roosevelt
Rev. Roosevelt Brown, 94, of Kansas City, Kan., passed away December 27, 2007. Services 11 a.m. Saturday, January 5, 2008, at Mrs. J.W. Jones Memorial Chapel, 703 N. 10th St., KCK. Burial in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 9-11 a.m. Saturday at the chapel. (Arr.: Mrs. J.W. Jones Memorial Chapel.)

Buell, William B.

William Brian Buell of Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, December 31, 2007. Bill was 55 years old. For the past eight years Bill worked as a senior counselor for Missouri's Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. His career with Vocational Rehabilitation involved evaluating and providing assistance to clients with Traumatic Brain Injury. Bill was born October 12, 1952, in Meridan, Connecticut as the youngest son of Robert K. and Ruth W. Buell. Bill attended public schools in Meridan, Conn., Kansas City, Mo., and Jefferson City, Mo. He earned two bachelor of science degrees, in Sociology and Psychology. He also completed a master of education degree in the area of Guidance and Counseling at Lincoln University. Bill is survived by his parents, two older brothers, Robert S. Buell of Hot Springs, Ark., and Gregory R. Buell of Boulder, Colo. He is also survived by numerous personal friends and professional colleagues who will greatly miss his friendship and humor. A memorial service will be held at St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 4000 Lee Summit Road, Independence, Mo., on Sunday, January 6, at 4 p.m. Visitation from 3 to 4 p.m. Bill's ashes will be interred at a later date in Jefferson City. At Bill's request, in lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Missouri Brain Injury Association, PO Box 413072, Kansas City, MO 64141-3072, or to St. Michale's Episcopal Church.

Bullin, Dianna L.
Dianna L. Bullin, 65, of Parkville, Mo., died on December 31, 2007. Memorial services will be held Saturday, January 5, 2008, at noon, at Mount Moriah Terrace Park Interment Chapel. (Mount Moriah Terrace Park, 801 N.W. 108th St., Kansas City, MO 64155, 816-734-5500.)

Chappelow, Charles K.
Charles K. Chappelow, of Amsterdam, Mo., passed December 31, 2007. Visitation noon to 1 p.m. Saturday, January 5, at Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel, Mo., 816-657-4400. Service 1 p.m. with burial to follow in West Point Cemetery near Amsterdam. Memorials may be made to a fund for Charles's grandchildren.

Clements, Charles M. "Chuck"

Charles M. "Chuck" Clements, 52, of Blue Springs, MO, passed away unexpectedly Monday, December 31, 2007 at Centerpoint Medical Center. Services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 5, 2008 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. Burial will be in Oak Ridge Memory Gardens. The family will greet friends from 6 to 8:00 p.m., Friday evening at the chapel. Chuck was born June 12, 1955 in Independence, MO to John and Bettie (Adcock) Clements and has been a lifelong area resident graduating from William Chrisman High School in 1973. He had worked in the forklift industry for over 30 years most recently for Oram Material Handling in Kansas City, KS. Chuck was a fun loving man who enjoyed NASCAR, boating, golf and spending time with his family. He was married to Roxann "Evon" Heitman on August 14, 1976, she survives of the home. Other survivors include; Jamie Wimberly and husband Joe of Mayview, MO and Christi Burge and husband Brett of Blue Springs, MO; 2 brothers, John Clements of Independence, MO and Keith Clements of Rusk, TX; 2 sisters, Nancy Clements of Independence, MO and Connie Holt of Lee's Summit, MO; his mother, Bettie Clements of Independence, MO; 3 grandchildren, Jakob, Jakson and Josie Wimberly and his mother and father-in- law, Lester and Shirley Heitman of Independence, MO. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel)

Cogshell, Virginia M.
Virginia M. Cogshell, age 83, of Kansas City, Kansas, passed away on December 25, 2007, at home. Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 5, 2008, at Trinity A.M.E. Church, 2201 N. 5th St., Kansas City, Kansas. Cremation. (Thatcher's Funeral Home, 1520 N. 5th St., Kansas City, Kansas)

Compton, Viola
Viola Compton, 87, Independence, MO passed away December 21, 2007. Cremation. Memorial service 10 a.m. Sat. Jan. 5, at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. Inurnment Mt. Washington Forever Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arr: Speaks Suburban Chapel)

Cordle, Maxine
Maxine Cordle, 81, of Higginsville, Mo., passed away on Tuesday, January 1, 2008. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 5, 2008, at Calvary Cemetery in Corder, Mo. Memorial contributions may be made to the family's choice. Arrangements are by: Hoefer Funeral Home, (660) 584-3400.

Counts, Katherlyn Louise
Katherlyn Louise Counts, 72, of Kansas City, Mo., passed away on December 29, 2007. Services will be on Monday, January 7, 2008, at 5 p.m., at Paseo Baptist Church with Reverend Charles J. Briscoe, Pastor. Visitation will be on Monday from 4-5 p.m. at the church. (Arr.: Lawrence A. Jones & Sons, 816-921-1800)

Davis, Juanita F.

Juanita F. Davis, 82, of Kansas City, Mo., passed away December 30, 2007. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Friday, January 4, 2008, at White Chapel Funeral Home, 6600 N. Antioch Road, Gladstone. Juanita is survived by a son, David Davis of Kansas City, Mo.; a daughter, Becky Woodruff of Claycomo, Mo.; four grandchildren, Jessica Senger of Claycomo, Mo., Amanda Senger of Springfield, Mo., Joseph Senger of Kansas City, Mo., and Tessa Senger of Kansas City, Mo. (Arr.: Newcomer's White Chapel Funeral Home, 816-452-8419)

Deuser, Delores Joline
Delores Joline Deuser, 59, of Gladstone, MO, passed away December 31, 2007. Memorial services planned for the spring. Arrangements, Kansas City Funeral Directors, 4880 Shawnee Drive, KCK 66106.

Dobson, Thomas
DOBSON Thomas Dobson, 85, Belton, MO passed away January 2, 2008. Memorial services 2pm Sat. Jan. 5, at First Baptist Church, Belton, MO, 810 South Cedar. Memorials to the First Baptist Church Building Fund. (Arr: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Mo (816) 322-5278.

Dotson Jr., Virgil E.
Virgil E. Dotson, Jr, 81, died December 30, 2007. Graveside services 2 p.m. Saturday January 5, at Holsapple- Freeman Cemetery, Collins, MO. Visitation 12-1:30 p.m. Saturday at Hathaway- Peterman Funeral Home, Wheatland, MO. 417-282-5534.

Elam, Mary E.

Mary E. Elam, age 86, of Lenexa, Kan., passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2008. Graveside services will be 1 p.m. Friday, January 4, 2007, at Bonner Springs Cemetery. Friends may call from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Amos Family Chapel of Shawnee. The family requests contributions to the City Union Mission, 1100 E. 11th St., Kansas City, MO 64106. Mary was born April 28, 1921, in Kansas City, Mo. She retired from Western Auto, after 40 years as a statistical clerk. She was an avid Kansas City Chiefs and Royals fan and loved to bowl. She was a faithful contributor to City Union Mission and other organizations. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Elam; her brother, Charles Bowers; and her mother and father Goldia and Charles Bowers; several cousins and dear friends. Condolences are available at www.amosfamily.com. (Arr.: The Amos Family Chapel of Shawnee, at 913-631-5566)

Elliott, Robert "Gene"

Robert Eugene "Gene" Elliott age 79, of Louisburg, Ks passed away Jan. 1, 2008. Gene was born Oct. 2, 1928 in Grand Pass, Mo. to Robert and Elva Fowler Elliott. He was united in marriage to Edith Crain on March 19, 1959 in Sedalia, Mo. Gene worked as a Professional Insurance Agent founding the Elliott Insurance Group in 1974. Prior to this he worked for Farmers Insurance for 20 years. And along with his wife Edith, they owned and operated Elliott's Laundry and Dry Cleaning from 1968 to 1978. Through out the years Gene has been an integral part of his community and many organizations. Serving as Pres. of The Chamber of Commerce in 1974-76, being elected to City Council in 1977 and in 1979 elected to serve as mayor. He was instrumental in founding the Louisburg Recreation Assoc. In the early 1980's he helped to found the Rural Water District #4 and later served on the board. Gene was a member of the Louisburg Masonic Peace Lodge #243 and served as Master in 1993. He was also a member of the Scottish and York Rites and of the Louisburg Shrine Club and Abdallah Shrine Temple. He was a founding member of the Rotary Club in Louisburg serving as President in 2005. Gene served on the board and twice as president for the Professional Insurance Agents of Kansas and served on the board of the Bank of Louisburg. He was also a member of the First Baptist Church since 1967 holding many different positions and jobs. Gene's great work earned him many awards through out the years, some of which are; the Louisburg Chamber Citizen of the year award in 1997, in 1998 he was the Agent of the year for the Professional Insurance Agents of Kansas. In 2002 he was the Quiet Rotarian and in 2007 he was awarded the Paul Harris Award. Gene was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Allen Eugene "Rocky" Elliott, and a son-in-law Don Kaiser. He is survived by his wife Edith of the home in Louisburg, Ks, by his daughter Sue Knop and husband Wayne of Louisburg, and by daughter Lesa Kaiser of Waverly, Mo, and by his son Rick Elliott and wife Kathy of Louisburg. And by his grandchildren; Curt and Bryan Knop and Brock & Lindsey Elliott all of Louisburg, and Kristin Dotson Warner of Waverly, Mo., Jeff Elliott of Sedalia, Mo., and Shannon Kaiser and Kalyn Davidson of Columbia, Mo. and Ryan Kaiser of KC, Mo. Also by 9 Great Grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters; Faye Lawson of Waverly, Fern Deatherage and her husband Wayne of Waverly, Joyce Webb and her husband Lee of Carrolton, Mo., and a sister-in-law Vivian Crain of Springfield, Mo. And by many nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held Thursday from 5:30 to 8pm at the First Baptist Church located at 406 S. Vine St. Louisburg, Ks The service will be held at 10:30 AM Friday, also at the Church. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to the Louisburg Masonic Lodge or the Church c/o the funeral home. To leave a special message for the family please visit www.PenwellGabel.com. Arrangements: Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home, Louisburg, Ks (913) 837-4310.

Everist, Lea

Mrs. Richard Everist (Lea), age 83, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2007 at the Overland Park Regional Medical Center. The Everist's resided in Sioux City, Iowa until 1977, when they moved to Long Beach, California for business reasons. Lea and Rick moved to Leawood, Kansas in 1995 in order to be closer to their families. She was a member of the Church of the Nativity, Leawood, Kansas, where a Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday January 2nd at 4:00 pm. Survivors include her husband Rick, sister Dorothy Henry, Sioux City, IA, six children: Barbara (Bernie) Jung of Kansas City, MO; Dianne (Bill) Ryan of Prairie Village, KS; Juliana (Ed) Webb Highland, KS; Richard Everist Jr. (Michal) Denver, CO; Janet (David) Pynn Tulsa, OK; and Robert (Joette), Dell Rapids, SD and eighteen grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents, a sister, Helen Lohr, her brother, Richard Henry and a daughter, Ellen Marie Johnson. At her request, her remains have been donated to the University of Kansas Medical Center. Lea was a deeply caring and loving wife and mother. She will be fondly remembered by her family and friends for her enthusiastic love of life and will be missed by many. Memorials may be directed to the Celiac Sprue Association Chapter 4, 14409 West 123rd Terrace, Olathe, KS 66062.

Findley, Janice Louise
Janice Louise Findley, 72, passed away on December 29, 2007. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, January 4, 2008, at McGilley & Frye Funeral Home, at 105 E. Loula St., Olathe, Kansas. Arrangements are by the McGilley & Frye Funeral Home, (913) 782-0582.

Fuller, Percy Allen

Percy Allen Fuller, 81, of Olathe, Kan., passed away December 31, 2007. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Friday, January 4, 2008, at McGilley & Frye Funeral Home, 105 E. Loula St., Olathe, Kan. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in his memory to Olathe Medical Center Charitable Fund, 20333 W. 151st St., Olathe, KS 66061. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Magdalena Fuller of the home; daughter, Annelie and son-in-law Jan Rosenblum of Overland Park, Kan.; grandson, Michael Rosenblum of Overland Park, Kan.; granddaughter, Danielle Rosenblum and finance' Justin Wilson of Breckenridge, Colo.; and great granddaughter, Arbor Wilson. (Arrangements are by: McGilley & Frye Funeral Home, 913-782-0582)

Garcia, David Louis Tomas

1927 - 2007 David Louis Tomas Garcia passed away on December 29, 2007, in Olathe, Kan. David was born June 9, 1927, in Folsom, New Mexico to Clorinda Martinez and Jose Florencio Garcia. He spent his childhood years with his mother, stepfather Enrique Gonzales, and four siblings in New Mexico, and his teen years with his father, sister and stepfamily in Montana. At age 17, David enlisted in the Navy and served during World War II. On August 23, 1952, David was united in marriage to Roberta ("Bobbie") Lee Ferguson at St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church in Kansas City, Mo. David is survived by his wife, Bobbie, of Olathe, Kan., four daughters and four sons, 24 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren: Cathy (Curt) Johnson of KCMO, Eddie (Ronda) Garcia of LSMO, David (Kari) Garcia of LSMO, Robert Garcia of KCMO, Christy (Allen) Green of Nashville, TN, Terri (Leonard) Marks of OPKS, Diana Dusselier of OPKS, and Danny (Shelly) Garcia of KCMO. Dave is also survived by three half-sisters in Albuquerque, N.M., Angie (Roy) Tachias, Elsie (Tony) Vigil and Dolores (Boney) Vigil; and many other nephews, nieces, friends and cousins throughout the world. He is preceded in death by his parents of Raton, N.M.; a sister, Theresa Alice Peck of Bakersfield, Calif, and half- brother Earl Douglas "Buddy" Garduno of Big Timber, Mont. A private burial will take place at Ft. Leavenworth National Cemetery with full military h