Sedan Times-Star - February 2008
SSGT. BRYANT W. MACKEY
A soldier from Eureka whose wife and three children reside in Howard died Wednesday, Feb. 20, in Mosul, Iraq. The U.S. Defense Department said Staff Sgt. Bryant W. Mackey, 30, died of wounds suffered when a rocket-propelled grenade struck his vehicle. Mackey was assigned to the 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment at Fort Hood, Texas.
Mackey's wife, Marie, two sons, Ryan and Koby, and a daughter, Stephanie, all live in Howard. Full military rites will be held for the serviceman on Friday, Feb. 29, at 10 a.m. in the Countryside Funeral Home of Fredonia with a military burial service following at Grace Lawn Cemetery in Howard.
He was a graduate of Hamilton High School in Hamilton, Kan. He enjoyed playing football in high school and also was a member of the wrestling team.
On April 21, 1997, Bryant was united in marriage to Marie Stapp at the United Methodist Church in Hamilton. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Independence.
Friends said he was always fun to be around and was a team-player who was dedicated to both his family and his country. They say he was well aware of the dangers of war but was proud to be a soldier. SSgt.Mackey joined the U.S. Army just before Sept. 11, 2001, and was on his second tour of duty in Iraq. The first time he was injured by gunfire, but his friends say that wasn't about to scare him away from serving his country.
In his spare time he enjoyed watching football especially his two favorite teams, the Washington Redskins and the Kansas State University Wildcats, he also enjoyed fishing, listening to music and watching funny movies, but most of all he loved spending time with his children Ryan, Koby, and Stephanie and all of his family.
Survivors, in addition to his wife and children, are his father, Vietnam veteran Carl Lynn and Pamela June Mackey of Fredonia; his mother, Karen and Ben Nelson of Eureka; five brothers, Carl Mackey of Wichita, Adam Stehm of Missouri, Travis Edwards of El Dorado, Justin Edwards of El Dorado and Jericho Cavely of Fredonia.
Also surviving are four sisters: Monica Mackey of Fredonia, Lanesa Polten of Texas, Sherry Hurlburt of El Dorado, and Tiffany Edwards of Fredonia. Also surviving are his grandparents, Carl and Vera Mackey of Dodge City, his mother-in-law, LaDonna Stapp of Howard, his father-in-law, John and Debbie Parkins of Wichita.
Arrangements are under the direction of Countryside Funeral Home, P.O. Box 247, 420 S. 20th St., Fredonia. Memorials are suggested to the Fredonia Library and may be left in care of the funeral home.
MR. RILEY MADISON
Riley Madison, 84, of Kingrnan died Saturday, Feb. 16 at the Riverside Hospital in Wichita.
Services were held Tuesday at 1:30 pm. at the funeral home in Kingman.
Riley and his wife, Minnie, lived east of Howard for a number of years. They were active workers in the Christian Church.
He was preceded in death by his wife, his parents, six brothers and two sisters. He is survived by three sisters, and locally by two cousins, Jennetta King of Moline and Carol Brinegar of Howard.
MRS. SHIRLEY A. MAIDT
Shirley A. "Sam" Maidt, 70, of Winfield, passed away Friday afternoon, March 19, 2010 at her home.
Born on July 7, 1939 in Howard, she was the daughter of Lester Frank and Genevieve (Cox) Winn. She was raised and received her education in Howard, graduating from Howard High School in 1957 and worked as a cashier for Albertson's Grocery in Winfield.
Shirley was united in marriage on June 2, 1957 to Joel Collier and the couple made their home in Winfield, The couple later divorced.
She was united in marriage to Honald N. "Bud" Maidt Jr., on April 4, 1970 in Winfield where the couple made their home. She was employed as a secretary for the City of Winfield and later worked as a data processing clerk for Binney and Smith Crayola. Shirley was also employed as a secretary for the Winfield High School and later Morton Buildings. She was employed by Safe Homes and Bud lovingly helped her. She worked as a secretary for Community Learning Center and later Cowley County Developmental Services until retiring in 1999. Mr. Maidt preceded her in death on Dec. 14, 2005.
Shirley was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Winfield, American Legion Post #10 and the Order of the Eastern Star. Her hobbies included spending time with her family, reading, CB radios, and going to garage sales and auctions. She also was an avid bowler and helped coach junior leagues.
Her family includes: sons, Greg Collier of Hutchinson and Eric Collier and wife Sharon of Tulsa, Okla; daughters, Cindy Anglemyer and husband Keith of Winfield, Wendy Turner of Wichita, Sandra Collier of Winfield, and Tricia Denson and husband Dexter of Winfield; brothers, Dwight Winn and Bob Winn both of Howard and Frank Winn of Bartlesville, Okla.; sisters, Phyllis Davis of Deer Creek, Okla., and Myrna Herbineaux of San Marcos, Calif.; and her 23 grandchildren and 18 great- grand children.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Donald, Neil, Ray, George and Wes; and her sisters, Anita Hatfield, Aileen Irvine, Velda Parker and Charlene Jacot.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at Miles Funeral Service in Winfield. Interment will follow at Highland Cemetery.
Memorials have been established in Shirley's name for Cowley County Safe Homes and St. Judo's Children Hospital. Contributions may be made through the funeral home.
Online condolences may be made at www.milesfuner-alservice.com.
MR. THOMAS J. MANIX
Thomas Joseph Manix, 63 of Moline, passed away on Dec 12, 2008 in Las Vegas, Nev. He was born on May 30, 1945 to Joseph Clarence and Ysabel Doris (Wilcox) Manix in Boulder City, Nev. He attended school in Boulder City, as well as Newport Beach, California and Costa Mesa, California.
In 1968 he married Eileer Reviea to this union was born a daughter Heather in 1972. He adopted Nicolas Manix in 1976. They moved to Anchorage, Alaska in 1974 to pursue a 34-year career in oil as a driller and safety officer. He won many industry accolades before retiring in 2007.
His interests included commercial aviation, instructor licenses and outdoor recreation.
Thomas loved hunting, fishing, golf, shooting, hiking and photography. Thomas was a dedicated Christian, who loved Jesus.
He was preceded in death by his father, a brother John Manix, and sister Katherine Manix.
He is survived by his mother Doris Manix; daughter, Heather Ledford, a son Nicholas Manix; grandchildren, Jason, Kaleb Brinn, and Jackson Ledford; sister Teresa; and brothers Kevin and Paul.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Moline Community Fellowship, 126 N. Main Moline, with Pastor Gary Boles Officiating. Cremation has taken place.
MISS MAGGIE T. H. MANN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Maggie T. H. Mann, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Weldon Mann, died March 1, 1891, at the residence of her grand parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Hollenback, of Webb City, Mo. The funeral services were conducted at the Methodist Episcopal Church, Moline Kansas, March 3, 1891, at 2 p.m. by Rev Bacsom Robbins, and the body was interred in the Moline cemetery by the side of her mother and little brother. These two families have been greatly bereaved within the past seven months, first by the death of their little son and grandson (C. W. H. Mann) then by the death of the wife and daughter (Mrs. Maggie T. H. Mann,) afterwards by the protracted serious illness of Mr. Weldon Mann; and now by the death of little Maggie. They have the sympathy of the community and are pointed to Him whose grace in sufficient to save.
MRS. TWYLA F. MAHOOD
Twyla Faye Mahood, daughter of Charles and Eva Ware, was born Aug. 12,1924 at Grenola. She passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2010 in the Harper Hospital in Harper, Kan., at the age of 85.
After graduating from Grenola High School, she moved to Wichita and graduated from the Lottie Franklin Private Business College.
Twyla was united hi marriage with Stuart A. Mahood in Wichita. After retiring from the Wichita Club, Stuart and Twyla moved to Harper.
She was a member of the United Methodist Church and a lifetime member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary and was a part member of the American Society of Women Accountants.
Twyla was preceded in death by her husband, her parents and one brother, David Ezra Ware.
She will be deeply missed by her one brother, Robert E. Ware, of Moline; her nephews and other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held at Saturday May, 29, 2010 at the Prairie Rose Funeral Home in Harper with Reverend Robbie Fall officiating. Entombment will take place at Old Mission Cemetery, Serenity Mausoleum in Wichita at a later date.
Memorials may be given to the Harper Hospital in care of the funeral home. Frame Rose Funeral Home, Harper was in charge of arrangements.
MR. DON MARCHANT
Donald W. "Don" Marchant, age 51, a resident of Howard, died Tuesday, July 6, 2010 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.
He was born on April 21, 1959 in West Plains, Mo., the son of Wade and Nadine (Shipley) Marchant.
Don served in the Army National Guard for 23 years earning the rank of Master Sergeant. He most recently worked for Aerospace Industries in Fredonia as a machinist.
On Aug. 28, 2003 Don was united in marriage to Elizabeth Woodworth in Miami, Okla.
As a young man Don was baptized into the Baptist Church. He was also an ordained minister.
Don was a member of Hope Lodge #155 AF&AM in Howard, Midian Shrine in Wichita and the Elk's Lodge #989 in Cherryvale. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, golfing, playing in the pool league and $1.00 nights at the pub. Most of all Don enjoyed being Pa Pa to his grandchildren.
Don is survived by his wife Liz Marchant of Howard, his parents Wade and Nadine Marchant of Springfield, Mo., three daughters; Erica, Heather and Nicole, step son Tyler Barnhart of Erie, Kan., step-daughter-Nicole Marchant and husband Josh of Cherryvale, Kan., one sister Cheryl Abney of Springfield, Mo., and eight grandchildren.
Memorial funeral services were held at 11 a.m., Saturday, July 10, 2010 at Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard.
Family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Midian Shrine Children's Hospital and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www. countrysidefh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard.
MRS. DOROTHY M. MARQUARDT
Dorothy M. Wiltfong Marquardt, of Parsons, died Saturday at St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Wichita. Services were at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Webb & Rodrick Funeral Home with the Rev. Darold Deterding of the Peace Lutheran Church of Andover officiating. Burial was in Oak Valley Cemetery.
Dorothy M. Marquardt was born on April 28, 1921, in rural Elk City, to James and Josie Krider Wiltfong. She attended Viola School in rural Oak Valley. She was married on July 27, 1939, to C. H. "Hank” Marquardt in Mansfield, Mo. He survives at the home.
She had lived in Parsons since 1946 and worked at the Kansas Army Ammunition Plant near Parsons until she retired in 1981. Other survivors include one son, C.H. “Chip" Marquardt, Tonganoxie; one daughter; Gwen Hensley, Rose Hill; one brother, Robert E. Wiltfong, Caney; seven sisters, Janie Stark, Carroilton, Mo., Pegggy Newton, Elk City, Loretta Tomberlin, Wichita, Vera “Pat” Long, Kerman, Calif., Addie Weston and Opal Weyand, Independence, and Bea Wiltfong, Longton; and eight grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be grandsons; Gary Hensley, Raymond Hensley, Andrew Everhart, Daniel Bridwell, William Bolte, David Bennett, and Goran Hunjak. A memorial has been established with the American Cancer Society and contributions may be left at the funeral home.
MR. WILLIAM E. MARQUARDT
William E. “Bill” Marquardt, 87, died Tuesday, July 16, 1996, at the Labette County Medical Center. He had been in failing health for several months.
He was born November 11, 1908 at Elm Dale, KS. a son of William H., and Rosalie E. (Piper) Marquardt. As a young boy, he moved with his family to Longton, KS., where he grew up and graduated from high school. In 1942, he moved to Parsons and worked at the Kansas Ordnance Plant for three years. He was employed as a custodian at the former Swift’s Poultry Plant for about 25 years before retiring in the early 1970’s.
He was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Parsons. He enjoyed gardening and building yard swings.
He and Oletha G. Adams were married June 3, 1933 at Fredonia, KS. She survives of the home.
Other survivors included three sons, Billy D. Marquardt, Wayne Marquardt, and Paul Marquardt, all of Parsons; one daughter, Dolores Stiles of Thayer; thirteen grandchildren; twenty-three greatgrandchildren; two great-greatgrandchildren, and one brother, C.H. “Hank” Marquardt of Tulare, CA.
He was preceded in death by a son, Allen Marquardt. who died in 1983 a great-grandson; two brothers and two sisters.
Funeral services were held Friday. July 19, 1996 at the Trinity Lutheran Church with Vicar Richard Andrus officiating. Burial was in Memorial Lawn Cemetery in Parsons. Memorials are suggested to the Trinity Lutheran Church.
MRS. EVELYN MARRS - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Services for Mrs. Marrs
Mrs. Evelyn Marrs, born January 6, 1870, passed away at the hospital at Lamar, Missouri, where she had been a patient for two months, on June 23, 1950. The body was brought to the old home at Howard, Kansas, where funeral services were conducted from the Moon Chapel at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 25th, conducted by Rev. Bill G. Shaw, pastor of the Howard Christian church. The music was furnished by Mrs. John Garison, Mrs. Willard Morss, Milo Munsinger and Jess Barger, with Mrs. J. E. Brinegar, accompanist. The pall bearers were Sherman Carter, Seth Fear, Carl Russell, Frank McLin, Dr. F. R. Reid and John McFall. Burial was in Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard.
Mrs. Marrs and her husband William Marrs, who passed away in 1916, moved to their farm, just northwest of Howard, from the North Pole community in 1901, where she made her home until recent years, since which time she had been spending most of her time with her children in Kansas and Missouri. She is survived by six children, Dr. E. A. Marrs, Sedan, Kansas; Mrs. O. L. Haile, Lamar, Missouri; Willie Marrs, Moline; Mrs. Glenn Topliff, Esbon, Kansas, and Bob Marrs of Howard, besides several grandchildren and other relatives and many friends. She was a fine woman and will be missed by her family and friends.
MRS. MARJORIE MARRS
Funeral services for Marjorie (Cass) Marrs were held Monday, Aug. 17, at Rehoboth Baptist Church in Claremore, Okla., with Rev. Wayne Keely officiating. A graveside service follwed at Gracelawn Cemetery in Howard under the direction of Musgrove-Merriott-Smith Funeral Service & Crematory.
Marge died Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009, at St. Francis Hospital, Tulsa, at the age of 92.
The daughter of Burnie Cecil and Emma (Fear) Cass, Marge was born May 18, 1917, in Howard. She attended elementary school at Pleasant Hill School, a small country school by Howard. She started high school at the age of 21 in Fall River, and graduated at the age of 24.
On May 23, 1948, Marge married Donald "Wayne" Marrs. They made their home in Neodesha until 1979 when they moved to Grand Lake where they owned and operated Marrs Marine. Marge also worked many years as an accountant, bookkeeper, and administrator for Low Income Housing. She worked for H&R Block for 10 years, and was self-employed for seven years doing taxes.
They moved to Claremore in 1999, and were members of Rehoboth Baptist Church. Marge enjoyed playing cards, playing games (especially bingo), working jigsaw puzzles, eating out, playing piano, and going to church.
Marge is survived by her son, Wayne "Holden" Marrs and wife, Roxie of Verdigris, Okla.; granddaughter, Kendra Marrs of Tulsa; and grandson, Nathan Marrs and wife, Corey of Tulsa.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and four br others.
MR. ROBERT L. MARRS
Robert Lee Marrs passed away Thursday, July 6, 1995 at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Wichita. He was 84 years of age. Bob, as he was known, was born April 18, 1911 at Howard to William and Evelyn (Whitmore) Marrs. He attended Elk County schools and graduated from Howard High School in 1929.
Bob attended school and played football at Purdue University in Lafayette, IN. and the University of Kansas in Lawrence. In 1931 he returned to operate the family farm near Howard, until entering the United States Army during World War II.
On October 31 1942 he married Dorthy Leon Blizard in Texas and to this union was born a son, Robert. After the war, Bob returned to Elk County and continued to operate the family farm until his death. He enjoyed operating his farm, and especially working with his cattle.
Bob served as a 4-H leader for several years, and was past commander of Carter-Rader American Legion Post #149 at Howard. He also served for many years as township trustee of Howard Township, and was a long time member of the Howard United Methodist Church.
He is survived by his wife Dorthy of Howard, a son Robert Marrs of Cedar Rapids, IA., a sister Harriet Topliff of Esbon and two grandchildren.
Funeral services were held 2 p.m., Monday, July 10, 1995 at the Howard United Methodist Church with Rev. Robert Cooper officiating. Mrs. Betty Russell was the organist with the Howard United Methodist Church Choir singing “How Great Thou Art.” The casket bearers were Mike Bellar, Jerry Harrod, Gary Hebb, Wayne Keast, Robert Vinette, and Gene, Walter. Military graveside services were conducted by Carter-Rader Post #149 at Grace Lawn Cemetery in Howard. A memorial has been established with the Howard United Methodist Church. Contributions may be left at the funral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. WILLIAM MARRS - Submitted by Dan Durbin
WM. MARRS KILLED
Prosperous Farmer Meets Death This Morning
Just as we are going to press, we hear of the sudden death of William Marrs who for some years has lived on a farm just northwest of Howard. We can gather no particulars at this time, but we learn that he was driving some young un-broke horses hitched to a manure spreader. No one witnessed the accident, but it is believed the horses ran away with the spreader and that Mr. Marrs was thrown out, and striking on his head, was instantly killed.
Mr. Marrs was about 60, and a good citizen and universally respected. He leaves a wife and several children, some grown and married.
THE HOWARD COURANT March 16, 1916
Obituary
William James Marrs was born in the state of Mississippi, March 2, 1857. When yet a child he with his parents moved to St. Louis, Mo., and about the year 1860 he came to this state, being a resident since that time.
He was united in marriage with Evelyn Whitmore, then of Sabetha, Kansas, in the year 1889. There were born to them seven children, two of whom died in infancy. The five remaining - Dr. Marrs, of Moline, Mrs. Oscar Haile, Willie, Harriet and Robert Marrs with their mother survive him.
Mr. Marrs became a member of the Christian church during the early years of his life and when he came to Howard he entered, readily into cooperation with the congregation of his place and continued therewith, being at the time of his death an Elder and a faithful teacher of a class of boys in the bible school. His sudden death was a shock to his brethren and friends and they will sadly miss his presence and fellowship.
The funeral services were very fittingly conducted from the place of his congregational devotions. Mr. Bemmis, minister of the Christian Church at Moline, assisted A. P. Sherman, the minister of the church here, and a multitude of friends and neighbors evidenced their regards for him and at the same time their sorrows that our brother should be called from us. May the "Spirit" speak its consolation: "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth; Yea, saith the spirit, they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them." Rev. 14: 13
MR. JAMES JACOB MARSALA
James Jacob Marsala, 69, of Oklahoma City, Okla., passed away Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009 at Midwest Regional Medical Center, Midwest City, Okla.
He was born in Chicago, Ill., on Sept. 21, 1939, the son of the late John and Marie (Ryba) Marsala. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era. He then worked as an electrician for AT&T / Lucent Technologies until his retirement. He was a member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Del City.
James is survived by his wife Barbara of the home; four daughters, Gail Marsala of Oklahoma City, Catherine Quintero and husband Chris of Yukon, Okla., Mary Kay Hudspeth and husband Tom of Dallas, Texas and Marlene Foshee and husband David of Del City, Okla.; two brothers, John Marsala and wife Marge of Carpentersville, Ill., and Robert Marsala and wife Eloise of Mustang, Okla.; five sisters, Pauline Hartmeier and husband Mel of Portland, Ore., Audery Perkovich of San Antonio, Texas, Mary Parker of Kingston, Okla., Helen Burns and husband Bill of Palatine, Ill., and Barbara Clubine and husband Dale of Moline; seven grandchildren as well as numerous others relatives and many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, one brother and one sister. Memoial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Mempis, TN 38105.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church, Del City, Okla., with interment following at the Yukon Cemetery, Yukon, Okla. Online condolences may be signed at www.yandaand-sonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Yanda & Son Funeral Home Yukon, Okla.
MRS. ABELINA MARTIN Submitted by Stanton Baker
Mrs. Abelina Martin, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. David Baker, was born September 8, 1851, and] passed away January 2, 1929.
The body was brought to Moline Saturday by her son and daughter, a Bernerd Martin and Mrs. Mary Gantner of St. Louis, Missouri. Short funeral services were conducted by the Rev. 0. W. Dewey at the Karick Funeral Home and was tenderly laid to rest by the side of her two children who died in infancy.
She is survived by one daughter Mrs Mary Ganter, and three sons, John, Bernerd and Charley Martin of St Louis, Missouri; ten grandchildren, two sisters, Mrs. Ella Beck of Kelso, Washington, and Mrs. Olive Fern of Elk City, Oklahoma and a number of nieces and nephews.
The James Martin family were early settlers in this part of the country and lived on what is known as the Spease farm west of town.
MR. DALLAS M. MARTIN
SEDAN - Dallas M. Martin, 93, of Sedan, Kan. died Thursday, Sept. 9, 2004, at Pleasant Valley Manor in Sedan.
He was born Jan. 1, 1911, at Longton, Kan. to Jesse Orville and Clara Belle (Arnold) Martin. He grew up and attended rural schools in Chautauqua County.
In April 1941, he joined the U.S. Army serving during WWII, he was discharged in Oct. 1945. Following his discharge he returned to Sedan.
On June 16, 1960, he married Betty Jean Bruner at Sedan. Following their marriage, they continued to make their home in Sedan, where Mr. Martin was a painting contractor for many years. Mrs. Martin preceded him in death on May 8, 2000.
He was a member of the American Legion.
Survivors include three sisters, Leona Gray, Cherry Valley, Calif., Ellen Peters, Norfolk, Neb., and Myrlyne McKellips, Sedan. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters.
Services were at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2004, with Rev. Harold Tucker officiating. Burial was in the Greenwood Cemetery in Sedan with military rites conducted by the U.S. Army Honor Guard, Fort Riley, Kan.
Arrangements were under the direction of the David W. Barnes Funeral Home of Sedan.
MRS. JOSEPHINE PIERCE MARTIN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
It was a surprise and a shock to the people of Moline to hear last Saturday morning that Mrs. Josephine Martin had passed away although on Friday it was learned that she was in a very serious condition from erysipelas of only a few days duration. Everyone knew and highly regarded Mrs. Martin for her innate kindness of nature and loved her for her cheeriness of spirit and her many words and acts of sympathy and helpfulness.
The following obituary was read at the funeral services:
Josephine, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Simeon Pierce, was born in Hamburg, a suburb of Buffalo, New York, August 6, 1854, and departed this life at Moline, Kansas, August 24, 1928, aged 74 years and 18 days.
Her parents moved to Valaparaiso, Indiana, when she was but a little babe. In that city she received her education and grew to womanhood. In 1877 she was married to George E. Martin. To this union two children, Grace and Clarance, were born.
Mr. Martin and his family moved to Moline, Kansas, in 1882, where Mr. Martin engaged in business, quite successfully. Death claimed him in 1892. Mrs. Martin maintained her home all these years having with her daughter, Grace and husband, Mr. George H. Turner and their children. She took an active part in life's duties, continuing various lines of work up to a short time previous to her brief illness which resulted fatally. As a mother, she was faithful; as a neighbor, kind and obliging; as a friend, faithful through the years.
She leave to mourn her departure, her daughter, Mrs. Grace Turner, and son Laurence, of Moline, and her son, Clarence of Buffalo, New York.
Many friends regret her passing and express their deep sympathy for the bereaved ones.
MRS. MILDRED J. MARTIN - Submitted by L. Morgan
HOWARD-- Mildred Jean Martin, 75, of Howard, died Friday at Greenwood County Hospital in Eureka.
Rosary will be recited Monday at 7 p.m. and funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Mary's Catholic church in Moline with the Rev. Edward J. Steinberger officiating.
Memorials are suggested to the John and Mildren Martin Memorial Scholarship Fund or to St. Mary's Alter Society. They may be left with Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard.
Mrs. Martin was born Nov. 26, 1925, at Rosalia, Kan., to Eddie and Vinita (Nicholas) Baker. She graduated from El Dorado High School and attended Butler County Community College.
On Aug. 24, 1946 in El Dorado, she married John S. Martin, Jr. and he died in 1989.
Mrs. Martin had worked as a school teacher and telephone operator.
She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, the Telephone Pioneers of America, the PSR Teacher organization and served as a Boy Scout leader for many years. She was also a member of St Mary's Alter Society and St. Mary's Catholic church.
Survivors include two sons, Thomas Martin, Jefferson, Iowa, and John S. Martin III, Augusta; four daughters, Nancy Barnaby, Manhattan, Sally Morgan, Douglass, Patricia Wiseman, Howard, and Jean Willson, Shawnee; a sister, Hazel Ilman, Salem, Ore.; 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
MR. RALPH F. MARTIN
Ralph Junior Martin passed away Sunday, April 21, 1996, at Douglass Medicalodge at Douglass, KS. He was 78 years of age. Ralph was born December 10, 1917 in Wichita, KS to Ralph B. and Bertha Opal (Barnett) Martin. Ralph was a retired Boeing aircraft worker and a US Army World War II veteran.
He is survived by three sons, Gary of Seattle, WA., Randy of Douglass, KS., and Ronald of Parsons, KS., two daughters, Bonnie Juaire of Howard, KS and Betty Ogle of Wichita, KS; two brothers, Warren of Ft. Dodge, KS and Elby of Seattle, WA; two sisters, Evelyn Albert and Donna De Graw of Augusta, KS; 14 grandchildren, and nine greatgrandchildren.
Services were held Wednesday, April 24, 1996 at the Hillside Funeral Home in Augusta with the Rev. Chuck Terrill officiating. Interment was in Elmwood Cemetery.
The funeral arrangements were made with the Hillside Funeral Home of Augusta.
MRS. ELIZA B. MARTINDALE - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Eliza Barnes was born in Erie County, Pennsylvania March 1, 1841. Died April 16, 1929 at her home in Higgins, Texas.
Was married to Willard S. Martindale March 1, 1860. to this union were born four sons and three daughters. One son, Rev. R. L. Martindale of Speermore, Okla., and three dauthers, Rev. Nora McCaslin, Rev. Hattie Putney and Mary Martindale of Higgins, Texas. All of whom were with her at her last illness. She was converted at the age of 16 and united with the Methodist church and in later years was sanctified. She with her husband moved to Wilson county, Kansas in 1870. About this time her husband entered the ministry accepting a pastorate at Elk City, Kansas. Very faithfully she served the church as pastor's wife. Many were the hardships of the early day ministry but she bravely met them. Very abundant were the rewards of their labors.
They were strong promoters of early Holiness movement and charter member of the first Nazarene church east of the Rocky mountains at Howard, Kansas in 1904 and have been faithful members ever since. Her last testimony was, "I have fought a good fight. I have finished my course. I have kept the faith."
To mourn the loss are four children, 7 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and a host of friends.
Funeral services were held at 2:30 Thursday afternoon at the Nazarene church by Rev. A. K. Scott of Amarillo.
Interment will be made at Moline, Kansas by the side of her husband who went to his eternal reward in April 5, 1918. They await the resurrection of that great and glorious morn-----Communicated.
Mrs. Martindale was well known in Moline and was highly respected. Mr. Martindale was engaged in the furniture and undertaking business here for a number of years.
MRS. ANITA "LOUISE" MORGAN
Anita “Louise” Morgan, age 76, a resident of Howard, Kansas passed away Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at the Greenwood County Hospital in Eureka, Kansas. She was born on April 17, 1933 in Howard the daughter of Clifford Oren and Helen Alice (Adams) Hinkle.
On December 21, 1952 Louise was united in marriage to Curtis Everett Morgan at the First Christian Church in Howard. Louise worked as a bookkeeper for the Brown Feed Store and a clerk for Batson Drug Store. She was a member of the First Christian Church. Louise also was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary, Batson’s Bowling Team, Church Choir where she played the piano and organ, Town and Country Bridge Club, Elk County Lites and the Cantata’s.
Louise is survived by her husband Curtis of the home, her mother Helen Hinkle of Howard, Kansas, one son Jerald Morgan and his wife Barbi of Howard, Kansas, two daughters Jennifer Harrod of Crete, Nebraska, Jeanette Garduno and her husband Pedro also of Crete, Nebraska, four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son Jeffery Alan Morgan, her father Clifford Hinkle and one brother Wallace DuWayne Hinkle.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 10:30 AM at the Zimmerman Funeral Home with Pastor Charles Cryderman officiating.
Visitation will be held Friday from 5 to 7 PM at the funeral home. Interment will be at Grace Lawn Cemetery. Family suggests contributions to either the Ladies Auxiliary or the United Methodist Church and may be left with funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard, Kansas.
MR. LOUIS F. MASON - Submitted by L. Morgan
Louis Frederick Mason, son of Mr. and Mrs. Phillips Mason, was born at Howard, Kansas, July 22, 1873. He was a member of a pioneer family that moved from Iowa to Kansas in the early '70's. He spent 69 years of his life on the Mason homestead in the Antioch community.
On December 8, 1895, he was united in marriage to Nora Katherine Keller, who preceded him in death on March 3, 1957. The early and late years of their life was spent on the farm. Five years ago they moved to Howard, retiring from the farm labor. Mr. and Mrs. Mason celebrated their sixty-first wedding anniversary last December 8, 1956.
The surviving members of the family are, two sons and one daughter, W. R. Mason of Eureka, Kansas; C.W. Mason, of Kansas City, Missouri; Mrs. Opal Cantelou of Santa Fe, New Mexico; a grand-daughter, Phyllis Thompson, Riverside, California; a nephew, Marvin Mason, Moline, Kansas; a niece, Mrs. Edwin Spease, Moline, Kansas. The remaining members of the Mason family are now living in Washington state.
Personal friends mourn the passing of Mr. Mason and all will remember the activities and experiences in the Antioch community.
Memorial services for Mr. Mason were held at the Moon Chapel in Howard, Sunday, June 16th, at 3:30 p.m., conducted by his pastor, the Rev. P.L. Mitchell. The casket bearers were Fritz Weigand, Neil Winn, Harry Webster, George Walters, Arthur Cummins and J. L. Courtright. Concluding services and burial were at Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard.
MRS. MAGGIE J. MASON
Maggie Jane, daughter of John and Ida McLean, was born near Howard, Kansas, March 2, 1884, and departed this life November 10, 1967, at the age of 83 years, 8 months and 10 (lays.
She was united in marriage to James Arthur Mason on March 16, 1904, and to this union seven children were born. She was preceeded in Death by her husband on Novembr 28, 1949, and two sons, Clare and. Vernon.
She is survived by three sons, Virgil, Jean and Walter Mason, Wichita, Kansas; two daughters, Lorna Blankenship, Derby, Kansas, and Bonnie Lauffer, Severy, Kansas; three daughters-in-law; two sons-inlaw; 13 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; one brother, Walter McLean, Piedmont, Kansas; four sisfers, Anna McLean, Maude Smith and Bertha Hughes, Eureka, Kansas, and Pearl James, Tucson, Arizona, and a host of relatives and friends.
As a young girl she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour and her life was a testimony of her concern for following the teachings of His word. She was always concerned for the sick and afflicted in her community. She was ready at all times to give assistance and encouragement to those in sorrow.
Her literary talents were revealed in many letters written to her children, grandchildren and many friends. In her writings one could discern her deep understanding of mankind and also her great concern for all the many problems confronting mortal man. Her writings will he cherished by all. Her life was a constant testimony of her concern for her fellow man.
Funeral services were held at the Severy Baptist church. The Rev. Albert Eubanks, Howard. officiated. Burial was in Cresco cemetnry, Elk county. Forsberg Funeral Home of Severy was in charge of the services.
MRS. NORMA L. MASON
Norma Leone Mason passed away Wednesday, August 16, 1995, at Elk Manor Nursing Home in Moline, KS. She was 92 years of age. Norma was born May 10, 1903 at Independence, KS to Spencer Kelm and Anna Josephine (Finney) Murphy. She attended Pleasant Hill rural school, near Moline, before moving with her family to Colorado. Norma attended school in Colorado and Oklahoma, then moved to Florida in 1926.
In the late 1920’s, Norma returned to the Moline area. On January 6, 1945, she married Marvin Albert Mason at Moline, KS. They owned and operated a farm near Moline until moving into town in the 1950’s. Norma worked many years as a linotype operator for Axtell Printing in Moline. Marvin preceded her in death in 1969.
She enjoyed working and spending time in her garden. Norma was skilled at making cherry pies, churning butter, and canning jellies. She loved to make crafts and spent many hours sewing. crocheting and doing needle work.
Norma volunteered to help at the Moline Friendship Meals for many years. She was a former member of many organizations at Moliue including the Grange and the Busy Bee Club and was a longtime member of the Moline Christian Church.
Norma is survived by her sister. Caryl Wesley of Ft. Worth, TX, her nieces, Nancy Boddie of Ft. Worth and Patricia Fay of Dallas, TX; her grandnieces Carolyn and Catherine Fay, and Melissa Boddie; her grandnephew Wesley and several cousins including Ella Mae Durbin of Moline.
Funeral services were held Saturday, August 19 at the Moline Christian Church with Rev. Jim Carter officiating. Mrs. Leah Carter was the organist with Mrs. Evelyn Grover singing "The Lord is My Shepherd” and ”The Haven of Rest.” The casket bearers were Marable Bryan, Ronald Durbin, Ken Liebau. Don Murphy, Tom Patteson and Wade Patteson.
Interment as held in the Molmne Cemetery. Memorials have been established with the Elk Manor Nursing Home or the Moline Christian Church. Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral at arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral of Howard.
MRS. MARY M. MATHIS - Submitted by L. Morgan
WICHITA - Mary Margaret Mathis, 82, died Jan. 9, 2007, at Lakewood Nursing Home in Wichita.
Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Green Lawn Cemetery in Grenola. The Rev. Gale Trinbrook will officiate. Swisher-Taylor & Morris Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Friends may call at Swisher-Taylor & Morris Funeral Home until 5 today.
Memorials are to Almond Tree Apartments, Attn: John Baten, 339 Country Acres, Wichita, KS 67212 and Winfield Rest Haven.
Mary Margaret was born Jan. 3, 1925, in Kansas City, Kan., to Glenn and Vera (Barker) Jordan. She was raised and educated in Grenola. After moving to Winfield, she worked for many years in the kitchen at Winfield High School and was later employed at Winfield Rest Haven as a dietitian. Margaret loved and collected angels and on Jan. 9, 2007, she went to be with them.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Robert Jordan.
Survivors include her sons and their spouses, David and Marcia Murrell and Larry and Debbie Stiffler, all of Winfield, Dennis and Susan Stiffler, Hutchinson, and Bruce and Kay Stiffler, Valley Center; her daughters and their spouses, Jean and L.D. Mathis, Stevensville, Mont., Susan and Ken Harper, Wichita, Lisa and Mike Oliver, Lenexa, and Chris and Alvin Adams and Donna and Jim Hughes, all of Winfield; brothers and their wives, Dick and Betty Jordan, El Dorado, and Carl and Cheryl Jordan, Winfield; sisters, Ethel Steward, Denver, Colo., Glenna Chamberlain, Lincoln, Neb., and Pat Murrell and her husband, Ralph, Winfield; 24 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.
MRS. MARGARET E. MAXWELL - Submitted by L. Morgan
Margaret Ellen McMillen was born in Jefferson county, Missouri March 19, 1858, died in Howard, Kansas, March 27, 1911, age 53 years and 8 days.
She with her parents moved in 1880 to Randolph county, Illinois where she lived until December 24, 1874 she was married in Lilly Grove, Illinois to ?? H. Maxwell. They came to Pittsburg, Kansas in 1883 then later in the same year they moved to Elk county, Kansas.
To them were born eight children, four sons and four daughters, five of whom survive: ?? Wheeler, T.A. Maxwell, ?? R. Maxwell, Virgie Tarwater and Minnie Maxwell, Howard, Kansas. She also leaves five grandchildren. Three of her children died in infancy, Wm. E., Geo. L, and Katie.
She was converted in 1891 and joined the Baptist church of Howard, Kansas. Later having moved to Clear Creek neighborhood there she in 1900 united with the Methodidst Espiscopel church. Afterward moving back to Howard she transferred her membership to the Methodist church of Howard of which church she was a member at the time of her death.
She lived a life filled more or less with grief and sorrow. But in all her trials she was a courageous faithful Christian. Her last sickness was of long duration, much pain an gradual weakening until the end. In it all she manifested much patience and a strong faith in God. Besides her relatives a host of friends mourn her departure.
The funeral services were held in the Clear Creek church by Rev. ?? Nichols.
MRS. VERNA L. MAYS
Verna L. Mays, 97, of Boise, Idaho, passed away Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008 at Hillcrest Assisted Care Center.
Memorial services were held Thursday, Oct. 23, at 10 a.m. at Hillcrest Care Center and at 3 p.m. at the Cloverdale Funeral Home in Boise.
Verna was born on Jan. 14, 1911 in Harrison, Ark. to Walter Lee and Julia Belle (Graves) Sanders. She was the second child in a family of nine. She graduated from Ashland High School in Ashland, Kan.
Verna was married for 54 years to Luther Mays, the love of her life. The couple's combined family included four children, Fred, Vera and LaVerne Mays and Eugene Sawyer, then the family welcomed two more daughters, Phyllis and Patricia. The couple also raised a granddaughter, Lutricia. Verna and Luther enjoyed farming in Kansas prior to moving to Boise, where they owned and operated the Cozy Lunch Cafe in downtown Boise for 17 years. Verna also worked at three different Boise elementary school cafeterias.
Away from work, Verna enjoyed hobbies including crocheting, cooking and dancing; but, most of all she loved being a mother and wife. Verna also enjoyed making doll clothes. She began at the age of eight and sewed to perfection all of her life. She made wedding dresses for two of her granddaughters. She learned to knit when she was 80 and won several prize ribbons at fairs in Sedan and Boise.
Verna was a member of Whitney United Methodist Church for over 50 years. She was also a member of Rebekah's Lodge for 50 years.
Verna is survived by her children Phyllis Lloyd of Boise; Pat McCann of Sedan; Tricia and Bob Capps of Conway, Ark.; 12 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband Luther, her son Eugene, two step sons, Fred and LaVerne; one step daughter, Vera; five brothers, Tom, Lee, Jim, Coy and Ken; and two sisters, Nell and Oma.
Condolences to the family may be submitted on line at www.cloverdalefuneralhpme. com.
MR. SAMUEL W. MAYNE
Samuel Wilbur Mayne passed away Friday, January 4, 1991 at the Medicalodge of Eureka. He was 92 years of age. Wilbur, as he was known to his friends, was born on October 30, 1898 in Howard, Kansas to Edgar E. and Pearl Mitchell Mayne. He attended Elk County schools and grew to manhood in the Howard area.
Wilbur joined the United States Army during World War I, and served in France and Germany. On August 26, 1922, he married Alvina Katherina Loef at Coblenz, Germany and to this union were born five children. She preceded him in death on May 8, 1975.
Wilbur was employed as an oil field driller and worked throughout Kansas and Oklahoma, during most of his life. He was also employed for several years as a mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service and later served as Marshall for the City of Severy.
He is survived by three daughters, Betty Palmer of Peru, Kansas, Coletta Vandil of Severy and Junaita Redmond of Topeka, nine grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. Wilbur was preceded in death by his wife, his only son Anton, a daughter Pearl and a grandson Troy Mayne.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 7, 1991 at the Forsberg Funeral Home in Severy with Rev. Albert Eubanks officiating. Mrs. Jessie Langford was the organist with Lloyd G. Zimmerman singing “The Old Rugged Cross” and “In the Garden”. The casket bearers were Clifford Jones, John Spangler, Howard Knight, Charles Flaiz, David Stapleford and James Garver. Military gravesidc services were conducted by the American Legion Carter-Rader post #149 of Howard at South Lawn Cemetery in Severy.
Memorials have been established with the American Heart Association and Medicalodge of Eureka. Contributions can be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Forsberg Funeral Home of Severy.
MRS. BETH ANN MCALLISTER
Beth Ann McAllister, 59, died Thursday, Dec. 30, 2010, at her home in Newton, Kan.
She was born on Aug. 28, 1951 in Winfield, the daughter of Frank Augustus and Valeita Mae Lindley Patteson. She was raised in the Molino area, graduating from Moline High School in 1969.
Beth Aim married John Gardner in Winfield in 1970 and they later divorced. She married Mike McAllister in Wichita on Sept. 22, 1979. They had lived in Wichita and Arizona.
She graduated from the Wichita School of Cosmetology in 1981 and worked as a stylist, for several years. She loved her husband, quilting.and her dogs.
Survivors include her brother Floyd Patteson of Palm Springs, Calif'.: sister Nela Durbln and husband Reid of Moline.
She is preceded in death by her parents and husband Mike on Jan. 23. 2010. Graveside memorial services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan, 15, 2011, at the Moline Cemetery. Moline.
There will be no visitation or viewing as cremation has been effected. Condolences may be left at www.broadwayco1oniai.fh,com Ammgenittiits are by Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, Newton, Kan.
MR. GERALD MCALISTER
Gerald Eugene “G.E.” McAlister passed away on Sunday, Aug. 11, 2002, at the Elk Manor Nursing Home in Moline. He was 79 years of age and a lifetime resident of the Moline and Belknap area.
G.E., as he was sometimes known, was born on June 2, 1923, to Johnnie Sheridan and Hazel Dorothy (Chase) McAlister at their home in Belknap.
As a child, Gerald walked two miles each day to attend Belknap Grade School. He attended high school in Moline where he graduated in 1941. During the years, he acquired the nickname “Slim” while playing football at Moline High School.
On February 12, 1942, Lincoln’s Birthday, he married Betty Lorene Ward at Sedan, and to this union was born two daughters, Sharlyn and Connie. They made their home on what people knew as the Patton Ranch, where Gerald and his family resided and ranched for 52 years.
Rodeo was a major part of Gerald’s life. He served as President of the Sedan Round-Up Club from 1956-1967 and once again in 1971. Throughout the years, he could be found at the Moline Rodeo as barrier flagman.
He was known for his calf and team roping abilities and was one of the first cowboys to partner with an African-American, One Brown. He and Gerald made a great team and won many events. Many stories were made from this partnership.
Raising cattle was his livelihood and he also dabbled in sheep and hogs for several years. He enjoyed his horses, each of which had their purpose whether it be coyote hunting, rodeo, or for ranch work.
Wild tales have been told of his greyhound dogs and coyote hunting days. You could also find Gerald in the oil field until he broke his hip in 2001 and moved his residence to the Elk Manor Nurshing Home.
He is survived by his daughter, Connie Hey and Shariyn McAlister, both of Moline; his sister, Mable Kinnamon of Louisburg, Kan.; two grandchildren, Dala Ramsey and Brad Hey, both of Augusta, Kan., and one great granddaughter, Kayla Rene Ramsey.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty; an infant son, Royce Eugene; his parents; a brother, Harold Joe and two sisters, lona and Gladys.
Funeral services were held at 2p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, at the Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard with Pastor Robin Haines of the Flint Hills Assembly of God officiating. Interment was held at Belknap Cemetery in Belknap, Kan.
A memorial has been established with the Belknap Community Fund. Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
out of state LT. COL. VAN P. MCANULTY
Lt. Col. Van P. "Mac" McAnulty (Ret.), 84, a resident of Russellville, Ark., died Friday, Sept. 16, 2011, at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock, Ark.
He was born April 6, 1927, in Udall, Kan. to Merle Dowe and Eva Mae Fields McAnulty. He joined the United States Marine Corps and later graduated from Grenoia High School and from Kansas State University. He served as a pilot in the United States Air Force for 20 years and was a squadron commander upon retirement. He flew KC-135 refuelers and served in the Vietnam War. He was best known for his indelible Irish humor, stubbornness, opinions and love of the outdoors. Among his greatest joys were a cabin he built in the Ozarks with family and friends. He was involved in several businesses and worked for Vinson Electric for many years. He was a member of Central Presbyterian Church and the Kiwanis, where he was a two-time Kiwanian of the Year. He was active in the Boys and Girls Club, Ducks Unlimited and the Military Officers Association of America. He was preceded in death by his parents who lived in Grenoia and a sister, Jean Ramsey.
He is survived by his wife, Myrna McAnulty of Russellville (originally from Howard); two sons and daughters-in-law, Mike and Julia McAnulty of Muskogee, Okla., and John and Deborah McAnulty of Overland Park, Kan.; a daughter and son-in-law, Suzy and Rusty Mullen of Little Rock, Ark.; five grandchildren, Lindsey, Chase and Patrick McAnulty, of Overland Park and Chris and Ashley Mullen, of Little Rock, Ark.; a step-grandson, Matthew Maul; great-granddaughter, Avery; and a niece, Cheri Carlisle of Las Vegas, Nev.
There will be a visitation on Thursday, Sept. 22, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Shinn Funeral Service. All other arrangements are private and are under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Russellville Kiwanis Club, Post Office Box 1801, Russellville, Arkansas 72811 or Central Presbyterian Church Building Fund, 400 West Main Street, Russellville, Arkansas 72801.
MRS. JOHANAH MCBRIDE - Submitted by Dan Durbin
DEAD Mrs. Johanah McBride died at her home, three miles south of Moline, Friday morning, January 26, 1900, at ten minutes past 2 o'clock, of cancer. Mrs. McBride was well known in Elk and Chautauqua counties, and was held in high esteem by all who knew her.
Funeral will leave the house at 2 o'clock Saturday (tomorrow) afternoon for Boston cemetery, where interment will be made.
Mrs. McBride was 58 years old.
Full obituary next week.
Howard Courant - January 1, 1931
MR. JAMES M. MCCALLISTER - Submitted by L. Morgan
OBITUARY -- James McCallister
James Monroe McCallister, son of Calvin and Sarah McCallister, was born in Linn county, Missouri, April __, 1854 and died at his home near Piedmont, Kansas, December 25, 1930 at 7 p.m., being at the age of 76 years, 8 months and 22 days.
On March 23, 1877 he was united in marriage to Mary Ann Moody. To this union three children were born; namely, Mrs. Florence Wilson of Piedmont, Kansas; William A. who died in infancy and John Thomas who passed away in 1928. He, with his wife settled on the old homestead in 1879 which was their home until the time of their death, she preceding him to the Great Beyond in 1914.
In 1917, he was again united in marriage, this time to Sarah Travis Schoeller, who passed from this life August 30, 1927.
He was a good citizen, honest and upright and in his going he leaves to mourn his loss, one daughter, Mrs. Florence Wilson of Piedmont, one step-son Carl Schoeller of Wichita, Kansas, two granddaughters and two great grandsons, other relatives and a host of friends.
At the age of 19 years he confessed his faith in Christ and has been a faithful follower ever since, being a member of the Christian church. A faithful one from us is gone, a voice we loved is still; a place is vacant in our home that can never be filled.
Funeral services were held at the Christian church, with Rev. C. Z. Allsbury, officiating. Interment was made in Bunker Hill cemetery.
Besides his wife and three children he leaves one brother, J. H. McCaslin of Sanford, Florida; two sisters, Mrs. Maggie McSpadden of Moline and Mrs. Addie Fain of Athens, Tennessee and five grandchildren, and a host of friends and other relatives.
Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at the Methodist Church in Moline, conducted by the pastor, Rev. J. B. Cooprider, after which interment was made in the Moline cemetery.
MR. JOHN MCBEE - Submitted by L. Morgan
The funeral of Uncle John McBee was held at his late residence last Saturday, the 25th, at 2 p.m., services being conducted b J.N. Young. Most of our stores closed in honor of the memory of the deceased, and alarge number of old friends and neighbors attended the funeral. By a biographical sketch in this weeks Democrat we see that Mr. McBee was born in Franklin county, Tenn., August 7, 1817 and lived at different points in that state, Alabama and Arkansas till 1867, when he came to Kansas. In 1869 he located on Rock Creek, this township. His life in this neighborhood is known to all our citizens. He has been twice married, and is the father of ten children, six of whom with his second wife, survive him.
MR. HOWARD A. MCCAMMON - Submitted by Ilene Mullendore Butler
Services for Howard A. McCammon. 66, will be held Tuesday, 11 a.m., at the Graves Memorial Chapel in Caney, Kan., with the Rev. Mike Morris and Pastor Bill Stutts officiating. Burial will be in the Havana Cemetery in Havana, Kan.
Born December 25, 1930 in Grenola, Kan., he died Friday morning at his home.
He was the son of Howard G. and Ruby (Evans) McCammon. He was raised in Grenola and later moved to Caney with his family. He attended Caney schools and graduated from Caney High School.
On Nov. 22, 1950, he married Vivian Howell in Bentonville, Ark., and later moved to Caney. He worked as an assistant supervisor in the Records Center for Corporate Services at Phillips Petroleum Co. in Bartlesville. He retired in 1984 after 35 years of service.
He was a past member of the Nazarene Church and belonged to the Phillips Men’s Club and the Falcon Club of Bartlesville. His hobbies included photography and motorcycle riding.
Survivors include his wife. Vivian of the home: two sons, Tony and Jimmie, both of Caney; two daughters. Lucille Etter and Linda Collins, both of Bartlesville; a sister, Bonnie S. Levan of Caney: six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Byrle G.
Visitation hours will be Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.. Monday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Tuesday from 8 to 10 a.m. in the Graves Funeral Chapel in Caney.
The family has suggested a memorial to the Caney Fire Department or the Caney Police Department. Memorials may be left with the funeral home.
MR. PHILIP G. MCCASLIN - Submitted by L. Morgan
Philip G. McCaslin was born in Monroe County, Tennessee on May 28th, 1847, and died at his home in Moline, Kansas, December 29th, 1926 at the age of 79 years, 7 months, and 1 day.
He was married to Ellen Stukely in 1871 and to this union eleven children were born, three of whom are still living; W. A. McCaslin of Cincinnati, Ohio; Mrs. Lillie Dixon of Nickerson, Kansas and Mrs. Addie McSpadden of Moline, Kansas.
He was married to Alice Jones in 1915.
He came to Kansas in 1871 and settled on a farm one mile west of the Star school house and then twenty-two years ago, moved to Moline where he has since lived.
He was converted and united with the Methodist Episcopal church at the Star school house in 1878. While at the Star school house, he was Superintendent of the Sunday school and Class Leader. After moving to town he always attended and was active in this work of the church as far as his health permitted. He was a good man, a kind husband and father.
Besides his wife and three children he leaves one brother, J. H. McCaslin of Sanford, Florida; two sisters, Mrs. Maggie McSpadden of Moline and Mrs. Addie Fain of Athens, Tennessee and five grandchildren, and a host of friends and other relatives.
Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at the Methodist Church in Moline, conducted by the pastor, Rev. J. B. Cooprider, after which interment was made in the Moline cemetery.
MR. CLARENCE W. MCCLAYLAND
Clarence W. McClayland, age 91, of Fredonia, died Thursday, Sept. 22, 2011 at the Golden Living Center in Fredonia.
Clarence was born on April 7, 1920 to Leafie Lois Rice and John William McClayland on a farm between Severy and Fall River. He attended country grade school and was a graduate of Severy High School.
In high school, Clarence had one passion: baseball. He was an outstanding pitcher. He played on the Severy team and they played in competition with Wichita East and distinguished themselves by winning a tournament game. Clarence held the state strikeout record for 66 years. He later was invited twice to try out with the St. Louis Cardinals.
On Aug. 15, 1948 Clarence married Ione Jones in Wichita. They were married for 63 years. Ione survives at her home-In later years, as well as earning a reputation for being a good farmer, he was a promoter of the Herford breed of cattle. He was happiest when the cattle won shows. His children and grandchildren did well at this including a grandson who won a National Junior Hereford Show.
The McClayland family farm housed an Ashley Railroad Stop which is said to have hauled all of the material which was used in the building of the Fall River Dam. In later years the farm and the interests it held were center stage in his life. The success and interests of his progeny were evidence of things done right in his years on earth.
Survivors including his wife Ione are three sons, Dean McClayland of New Mexico and currently working in Iraq; Kevin McClayland and wife Priyanat of Fredonia; Brent McClayland and wife Tammy of Alma, Kan.; one daughter, Marilyn Stevens of Diamond Head, Miss.; one sister, Myrna Pinkstaff and husband Bob of Wichita; five grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
MR. ARLOW O. MCCRACKEN - Submitted by Lori Mentzel
Arlow McCracken Dead.
Another First World War Soldier Answers Last Roll Call.
Arlow O. McCracken, a member of the Elk County Post of the American Legion, died at the Veteran's hospital at Wardsworth, near Leavenworth, on Saturday, Jan. 10, 1942, after a long and painful illness. The body was brought to Moline and funeral services were held from the Rarick Mortuary, burial in Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard.
Arlow was born at Howard, KS, Mar. 20, 1891, and spent most of his life in this county. His parents were Mr. and Mrs. Eli McCracken.
Arlow was a member of Company I, 353rd Infantry of the famous 89th division and served overseas and took part in the battles of St. Miheal, Argonne-Meusse and others and after the Armistice went on into Germany as a member of the Army of Occupation.
For a number of years he had been in poor health and spent considerable time at the veteran's hospitals, but failed to receive permanent relief. He was a quiet, honest man and had many friends over the county.
INFANT JOHNNIE MCCRACKEN - Submitted by Lori Mentzel
Died, on Tuesday, Feb. 19, Johnnie, infant son of Eli and Addie McCracken, aged 18 months. The funeral services were held yesterday.
MR. WILLIAM H. MCKAY - Submitted by L. Morgan
SUICIDE AT LONGTON
W. H. McKay, Age 50, Throws Himself in Front of Locomotive
Monday forenoon, Wm. McKay of Longton, laid down on the Santa Fe track in that city and was almost literally ground into small bits. He walked ahead of the train till it came near to him and then deliberately laid down on the track. The engineer put on all brakes but could not stop before the locomotive had passed over him. The body was unrecognizable but the identity was established by a lodge dues receipt and parts of clothing.
McKay was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Andy McKay of Longton, was past 50 years of age, and was born in that community. He is survived by his wife from whom he has been separated for some time, one daughter, besides his aged parents and several brothers and sisters. He had been drinking to excess for some days, in fact had been a hard drinker more or less regularly for years. He left a note which stated briefly that no one was to blame but himself.
MR. JOHN O. MCLEAN - Submitted by L. Morgan
OBITUARY - McLEAN
John Oliver, son of Stewart Hawthorne and Elmira Bell Rogers McLean, was born October 27, 1874, near Howard, Elk county, Kansas and had lived here all his life with the exception of a few years. He passed away at his home in Howard on October 17, 1944, aged 69 years, eleven months and twenty days.
He was married on December 25, 1911 to Lelia M. Scott of Eldon, Missouri and to this union were born two children, James N. and Treva Gene of the home address. By a former marriage there survives four children, Roy P. McLean, of Tulsa, Oklahoma; Elizabeth Boone, of Moline, Kansas; Mae Sacquety, of Whittier, California; and Edna Dalgety, of Wichita, also 14 grandchildren, and one great granddaughter, four brothers and three sisters, a twin brother, George, of Howard, Kansas; Frank, of Washington D. C., Charlie, of Howard, Kansas; Tom, of Washington D. C.; Maggie McLean, of Wichita; Emma Van Camp, of Buffalo, Kansas; Grace Crumrine, of Kansas City, Missouri.
He owned and operated a shoe and harness shop in Howard for about 30 years.
He joined the Methodist church in his early thirties, and was a regular attendant until failing health prevented his going.
Funeral services were held at the Moon Chapel in Howard, Thursday, October 19, at 2:30 p.m., conducted by Rev. Otto Shirley, pastor of the Howard Christian church. The pall bearers were Howard Muilenburg, Harvey VanBuskirk, Bert Morgan, George Moore, L. F. Roberts and Carl Rech. Interment was in Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard.
MR. HENRY T. MCCLURE - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Henry T. McClure was born in St. Clair County, Illinois, August 9, 1855.
At the age of two years, he moved with his parents to Sangamon County, Illinois, where he grew to manhood and September 1, 1874, was united in marriage to Martha J. Patterson. To this union two children were born: Mrs. Mabel Jones of St. Louis, Missouri, and a son who died in infancy.
Mr. and Mrs. McClure came to Moline in August, 1883, and four years later moved to Wichita. Three years afterward they went to St. Louis and after living there ten years they returned to Moline where they have since resided.
Mr. McClure was converted Feb. 1, 1901, and the following December united with the Methodist Episcopal church of which he remained a member until his death.
About 19 years ago he formed a partnership with Mr. U. G. Sutton in the Real estate and Insurance business. He was a man who took an active interest in civic affairs and served as councilman of the city of Moline and in 1925 was elected mayor, serving about one year when he was stricken with paralysis and compelled to resign to conserve his health. He partially recovered, and was able to be at his office most of the time until March 5, of this year when he became confined to his home. He grew gradually worse and passed away July 12, 1928, aged 72 years, 11 months and 3 days.
He leaves to mourn his death, his wife, Mrs. Martha J. McClure; one daughter, Mrs. Mabel Jones of St. Louis, Missouri, and one sister Mrs. J. C. Fleming of Moberly, Missouri.
His long residence in this community has brought to him a large circle of friends and business associates who will miss his daily presence from among them.
Rev. O. W. Dewey, pastor of the M. E. Church, conducted the funeral services at the Christian Church Sunday afternoon at 2:30. Interment was made in Moline cemetery under the direction of Mr. McClure's close friend, G. W. Tilton.
MR. LUTHER MCCLURE - Submitted by L. Morgan
Luther McClure of Howard Townsip Hangs Himself.
Saturday morning the report came to town that Luther McClure had hanged himself. Coroner Trowbridge went down and investigated the matter and it was found that Luther had left the home of his brother, where he was living, and had not returned at evening. A search was made and his body was found hanging to the limb of a big tree not far from his home, and he had apparently been dead many hours. It was not seemed necessry to hold an inquest.
Luther McClure was a bachelor and was about 60 years old. He had a fair education, but many years ago his mind became affected and he has several times been sent to the state asylum. When in his right mind Luther was an intellligent man but the shadow of his recurring insanity hung over him and ruined his life.
Luther McClure was born in Greene county, Pa., June ll, 1847, and was the second oldest in a family of nine children, three of whom survive, two sisters and one brother. Luther had a common school and academy education, and in early manhood taught school several years. He came to Elk county, Kansas, with the MClure famlly, in 1879 and taught at Elk Falls and Moline in the early eighties He never married, but made his home with his father till his death some years ago, since then he has lived with his brother, Lot McClure. He died Saturday, December 31. 1910 and was buried the following day. Funeral services were held at the home, conducted by Bro. George H. Ransom.
MRS. RUTH A.MCCOLLUM
HOWARD-- Ruth "Arlene" McCollum, 79, of Fall River, died Monday at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita.
Services will be Saturday at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist church in Severy with interment in Twin Grove Cemetery, Severy.
Visitation will be Saturday from 11 a.m. until time of the serive at the church.
Memorials are suggested to American Diabetes Association, and may be sent to Countryside Funeral Home, P.O. Box 247, Fredonia, KS 66736. Arrangments are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard.
Mrs. McCollum was born Oct. 24, 1928 in rural Elk County, to Harry and Alva (Perry) Knapp. She graduated from Severy High School in 1947.
On Feb. 18, 1951, she married John McCollum in Howard, and he died in 2002.
She worked with her husband on their dairy farm near Fall River and they founded the Mid America Dairy Farmers, now the Dairy Farmers of America.
Survivors include four sons, Randy McCollum, Ronnie McCollum, Frank McCollum and Donnie McCollum, all of Fall River; two daughters, Jill McCollum, of Lewis, and Karen VanWinkle, Corning; a sister, Naomi Lacy, Wichita; and eight granddaughters.
MRS. LULU O. MCCONN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Mrs. Lulu Orvis McConn died at Parkdale, Oregon, Monday, Novemer 10th. The body will be brought here for burial arriving Saturday morning. Her mother, Mrs. C. F. Orvis, and her sister, Mrs. Fred Getty, of Kansas City will arrive here Friday.
Mrs. McConn will be favorably remembered as living here with her parents before her marriage.
The MOLINE ADVANCE Nov. 20, 1930
MRS. LULU ORVIS McCONN
Lucretia Orvis was born at Concordia, Kansas, September 18, 1881 and passed away at her home in Parkdale, Oregon, November 10, 1930, at the age of 49 years, 1 month and 22 days.
She spent the early part of her life with her parents at the Concordia home, later moving with them to a farm near Moline, Kansas, where they lived until the death of her father in 1912, when she with her mother, moved to Kansas City, Missouri.
She was married to Ed McConn of Parkdale, Oregon, where she resided until the time of her death.
She leave to mourn her loss her husband; mother, Mrs. Francis Orvis, of Kansas City, Missouri, one sister, Mrs. Carrie Getty of Kansas City, Missouri; one aunt, Mrs. May Murphy of Denver, Colorado, and one uncle, Jim Huston of Ft. Riley, Kansas, and other relatives and friends.
She was a member of the Rebekah lodge of Parkdale, Oregon.
Funeral services were held at the Rarick Funeral Home in Moline, Kansas, Sunday afternoon, November 16, 1930, at 2:30 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Sidney Hawkins, pastor of the First Christian Church, and interment was made in the Moline cemetery.
MRS. PEARL G. MCCOSKEY - Submitted by Jerry Jackson
Pearl Gertrude McCoskey, oldest child of Earnest and Allie Neese, was born October 29, 1906 in rural Fredonia, Kansas, and died at Wichita, Kansas on February 24, 1976, at the age of 69 years, 3 months, 26 days after a three week confinement in the hospital.
She graduated from Fredonia High School and attended college at Pittsburg, Kansas.
She taught school in Wilson, Greenwood and Elk counties.
She married Louis H. McCoskey on December 24, 1929, at Eureka, Kansas. To this marriage was born five children, three sons, Robert of Wichita, Kansas, Clifford of Altamont, Kansas and Lynn of Wichita, Kansas; 2 daughters, Phyllis Morgan and Blanche Brown of Wichita, Kansas. She is preceded in death by her husband, her parents and a brother, Gilbert.
She is survived by her five children, her twelve grandchildren, Steven, Karen, Warren and Ellen McCoskey, Kitty Morgan, Marta Meaghers, Rita and Todd McCoskey, Nancy, Michael and Kimberly Brown and Marc McCoskey and two sisters, Della Neese and Vera Ellen Neese of Fredonia, Kansas and many nieces and nephews.
After her marriage she and her husband made their home in the Paw Paw Community southwest of Severy, Kansas. She joined the Salem Baptist Church in 1935. They moved from the Severy area om 1951 to near Altoona. In 1953 the family moved to Wichita, Kansas. She was active in many organizations throughout her lifetime.
She was a dedicated teacher and was happiest when helping others. Everyone who knew her will remember her creative abilities.
She was dearly loved by many children who called her grandma Pearl.
The past few years she cared for her invalid husband. They derived much happiness from their garden and many beautiful flowers, and were active members of the Wichita Iris Club. She will be sadly missed by all her loved ones and many friends.
Funeral services were held Saturday, February 28, 1976 at the Forsberg Funeral Home in Severy, Kansas. Rev. Roy Brown was the officiating clergyman. Mrs. Lillian Diklich was organist with Mary Margaret and Raymond Taliaferro singing "The Old Rugged Cross" and "In The Garden." Pallbearers were Don Jackson, Richard Jacobs, Minard Monical, George Buffalow, John Fox and Bill Hubbell.
Burial was in South Lawn Cemetery, Severy, Kansas.
SOURCE: Newspaper article and funeral card.
MRS. PHYLLIS M. MCCOY - Submitted by Jerry Jackson
Phyllis May McCoy died Friday, September 20, 1996 in Wichita. She was 64 years old.
Mrs. McCoy was born Thursday, August 25, 1932 in Howard, Kansas to Louis Herbert and Pearl Gertrude (Neese) McCoskey. She attended Oakview Christian Church in Wichita and was a member of the Golden Agers, Culden Senior Center and Oakview Senior Center. She was a retired seamstress with American Linen.
Survivors are: 2 daughters, Martha Annette Pracht and Kitty Lorraine Dyke of Wichita; 3 brothers, Robert McCoskey and Lynn McCoskey of Wichita and Clifford McCoskey of Altamont; one sister, Blanche Brown of Wichita; and six grandchildren.
Services will be held at Oakview Christian Church with Rev. Larry Walls and Rev. Jim Duncan, Saturday, September 28, 1996 at 10:30 a.m. Interment will be at Severy Cemetery in Severy, Kansas.
Memorials are suggested to Hospice, Inc. or Oakview Christian Church.
Arrangements were made with Smith Mortuary of Wichita, Kansas.
MR. JAMES W. MCCULLEY - Submitted by L. Morgan
NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas - James William 'Jim' McCulley, 69, of New Braunfels, formerly of Elk County, died Dec. 8, 2002, in New Braunfels.
Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in Longton Cemetery. Lloyd G. Zimmerman will officiate.
A memorial has been established with the Arthritis Foundation. Contributions may be made through Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
McCulley was born Aug. 30, 1933, in Independence, to Artie Adelia (Agee) and Charles E. McCulley. He attended Oak Valley grade school and graduated from Longton High School. He later attended Corpus Christi Del Mar College in Corpus Christi, Texas.
In the early 1950s he served in the U.S. Marine Corps.
On June 1, 1957, he married Lenore Hope Frank in Howard. McCulley was employed at Boeing Aircraft Co. in Wichita until moving to Grand Prairie, Texas, in 1969. In Grand Prairie he worked for the LTV Co.
McCulley was employed in the Civil Service as an industrial engineer for the United States Army in Corpus Christi until being transferred to the Red River Army Depot in Texarkana, Texas. In 1984 McCulley and his wife returned to Wichita where he continued to work for Civil Service as an industrial engineer for the Air Force.
A member of the Southern Baptist Church, he served as a pastor for 12 years.
Survivors include his wife, Lenora McCulley, New Braunfels; two sons, James W. 'Bill' McCulley Jr., Kempner, Texas, and Rodney McCulley, Oxford; three brothers, Carl Ballenger and Charles McCulley, both of Wichita, and John McCulley, Springfield, Ore.; three sisters, Geraldine Hogan, West Memphis, Ark., Mary Belle Stong, Independence, and Berniece Kitterman, Yakima, Wash.; and four grandchildren.
NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas - James William 'Jim' McCulley, 69, of New Braunfels, formerly of Elk County, died Dec. 8, 2002, in New Braunfels.
Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in Longton Cemetery. Lloyd G. Zimmerman will officiate.
A memorial has been established with the Arthritis Foundation. Contributions may be made through Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
McCulley was born Aug. 30, 1933, in Independence, to Artie Adelia (Agee) and Charles E. McCulley. He attended Oak Valley grade school and graduated from Longton High School. He later attended Corpus Christi Del Mar College in Corpus Christi, Texas.
In the early 1950s he served in the U.S. Marine Corps.
On June 1, 1957, he married Lenore Hope Frank in Howard. McCulley was employed at Boeing Aircraft Co. in Wichita until moving to Grand Prairie, Texas, in 1969. In Grand Prairie he worked for the LTV Co.
McCulley was employed in the Civil Service as an industrial engineer for the United States Army in Corpus Christi until being transferred to the Red River Army Depot in Texarkana, Texas. In 1984 McCulley and his wife returned to Wichita where he continued to work for Civil Service as an industrial engineer for the Air Force.
A member of the Southern Baptist Church, he served as a pastor for 12 years.
Survivors include his wife, Lenora McCulley, New Braunfels; two sons, James W. 'Bill' McCulley Jr., Kempner, Texas, and Rodney McCulley, Oxford; three brothers, Carl Ballenger and Charles McCulley, both of Wichita, and John McCulley, Springfield, Ore.; three sisters, Geraldine Hogan, West Memphis, Ark., Mary Belle Stong, Independence, and Berniece Kitterman, Yakima, Wash.; and four grandchildren.
MRS. ZERELDA E. MCDANIEL - Submitted by L. Morgan
Zerelda E. Meek was born in Greenfield, Indiana, November 20, 1832, died at her home in Howard, Kansas, April 5, 1908 at 1:45 a.m. age 76 years, 4 months, 16 days.
October 24, 1852_Miss Meek became the wife of Eldrich S. Roberts. They removed from Greenfield, Indiana, to Peora, Illinois, and from there they came in 1868 to Greenwood county, Kansas. In the fall of 1869 they came to Elk county locating on a farm 2 1/2 miles west of Howard. Here in 1874 the husband died and on July 17, 1879 Mrs. Roberts became the wife of James W. McDaniel. They continued to live on the farm until some six years ago when they came to Howard.
Funeral services were held at the Christian church April 6 at 2:00 p.m. conducted by Elder Park. Mrs. McDaniel was a faithful member of the Christian church. By her firèt marriage she was the mother of nine children seven of which live to sorrow over her death. They are: Ennis C. at Los Angeles and Ira P. at Long Beach, California, Joshua L. at Pine Ridge, Idaho, Albert M., Perry L. and Mary J. the wife of L. P. McDaniel, reside at Tonkawa, Oklahoma and Leander F. at Howard, Kansas. She also leaves four brothers Noah and Marshal Meek of Guthrie, Oklahoma, Oscar F. Meek of Philadelphia, Indiana, and Albert Meek of Grenola, Kansas. The aged husband has the deep sympathy of a host of friends amd neighbors.
MRS. MARY K. MCDIARMID - Submitted by L. Morgan
Mary K. McDiarmid, 97 of Winfield, died March 15, 2005, at William Newton Hospital.
Services will be 2 p.m. Monday at Elk Falls Cemetery.
Friends may call from 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Miles Funeral Service. The family will greet callers from 3 to 5.
Memorials have been established with Good Samaritan Village and the First Presbyterian Church. Contributions may be made through the funeral home.
McDiarmid was born Oct. 19, 1907, in Elk Falls, to Lulu (Fancher) and Charles C. McDiarmid. She lived in Elk Falls until 1923 when the family moved to Howard. She was valedictorian of her graduating class at Howard High School in 1925.
She began employment at J.C. Penney in Springfield, Mo., and worked there 15 years. She later worked 22 years for Long Bell Lumber Co. (later International Paper Co.) in Kansas City, Mo.
She volunteered at the Warren Wilson College in Swannanoa, N.C., from 1970 to 1976. She had resided at Good Samaritan Village since 1992.
A member of the First Presbyterian Church, she had served as president of Presbyterian Women and belonged to the Dorcas Circle. She also served as president of Church Women United and was a former member of the Rossetti Circle.
Survivors include a sister, Yvonne Shrader, and a niece, Jean Anderson, both of Derby; and two nephews, Charles Shrader, Austin, Texas, and Howard Shrader, Ponca City.
MR. FRED E. MCDONALD
Fred Edgar McDonald was born Oct. 12,1927 to Don and Cleora Lanning McDonald., at Busby, Kan., the youngest of three sons. Fred went all eight years of grade school at Busby, graduating from Longton High School in 1945. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy after graduation, and took his boot camp training at San Diego, Calif. He was chief cook on the USS Antares, serving in the Asiatic-Pacific, He received a honorable discharge after two years of active duty then served four years in the Naval Reserves.
He was a member of the Howard United Methodist Church, Past Master of Hope Lodge #155 AF&AM, American Legion Post # 0149, and Ladonia Chapter #243 Order of the Eastern Star.
On May 16, 1947, he married Jo Workman of Longton. To this union was born two daughters, Teresa Ann Cookson Heilevang and Sherri Lynn Wilder. Fred worked for Mid-Continent Butane from 1947 until 1954, at Yates Center LP Gas Co. as a transport driver until 1956 and Union LP Gas Co. as a plant manager in Welch, Okla., and Pittsburg, Kan., 1956 until 1963.
He moved his family back to Howard in 1963 and later shared ownership of McDonald Bros. Propane with his brother Donald. He worked for Farm Bureau Ins. for a short time. In 1974, he went to work for Fan-bank Equipment, Inc. of Wichita traveling all of Oklahoma, Eastern Kansas and Eastern Colorado. Fred retired from Fairbank Equip, in 1992.
He enjoyed gardening, traveling, hunting, fishing, camping, dancing and playing cards. He had a lot of fun times with his family and friends. He and Jo spent 15 years as full tune r-vers, and made many lasting friendships.
Fred is survived by his wife Jo of the home, daughters Teresa Heilevang and husband Kjell of Howard, Sherri Wilder and husband Curt of Bucklin, Kan., brother Russell McDonald of Howard; grandsons Danny Cookson, of Howard, Derek Cookson and wife Rochelle of Howard, granddaughter Tania Muller of Colby, Kan.; three great-grandchildren, Ashley, Mason and Caleb; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Helen and Bill Troutman of Salina and Rosalie McDonald of Howard; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and a half brother. Fred passed away at home with his loving family at his bedside. He left his earthly body at 12:25 p.m., on May 14, 2010. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard.
The family suggests memorial contributions to Midian Shrine Children's Hospital and Hospice Care of KS. They may be left with the Zimmerman Funeral Home 206 E. Washington Howard, KS 67349.
MRS. MARTHA E. MCDONALD
Mrs. Sam'l McDonald, of Busby, one of the oldest residents of Elk County, died at her home last Sunday. She was the widow of Sam'l McDonald, known to all old settlers of the region, who died in 1933. Mrs. McDonald though 88 years of age, has always maintained her home, retaing her own housekeeper, always in readiness to welcome her children and grandchildren at the place they had been accustomed to find her all their lives. Until recent months she had enjoyed good health.
Martha Ellen Frakes was born near Sullivan, Indiana, on February 22nd, 1852 and departed this life at her home east of Howard, Kansas, on November 17th, 1940, at the ripe old age of 88 years, 8 months and 25 days.
On November 18th, 1873 she was united in marriage to Samuel McDonald at Sullivan, Indiana. Six years later Mr. and Mrs. McDonald moved to Wilson County, Kansas, where they resided until the month of March in the year 1884 when they came to Elk County, first locating near Upola and then south of Longton, and finally locating near Busby in the year 1889 where the deceased still resided at the time of her death, having lived there for over fifty years.
To this union were born nine children, eight of whom survive; the youngest son, Chester McDonald, having lost his life in the World War.
Her good husband died at the home near Busby on March 30, 1933. Mrs. McDonald is survived by one sister, Mrs. Jane Jones, and a brother J. A. Frakes of Sullivan, Indiana, and the following children: Theodore McDonald of Elk Falls, Kansas; Elmer McDonald of near Howard, Kansas; Fred McDonald of Mirror, Alberta, Canada; Cash McDonald of near Fall River, Kansas; Mrs. Eva Crubbs of Morehead, Kansas; Mrs. Cora Davis and Mrs. Alma Keesling of Neodesha, Kansas: and Don McDonald of near Howard, Kansas; and she is also survived by twenty-one grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.
Mrs McDonald was a typical pioneer mother. Coming to what was then western, undeveloped country. With her husband and small children, she endured the hardships common to all wives and mothers who had a part in the making of this great commonwealth and to whom we of our present generation owe an everlasting debt of gratitude.
Funeral services were held at the Crumrine Funeral Home in Longton, Kansas, on Tuesday afternoon, November 19th. Mr. Clifford Sullivan first read the obituary, followed by a few very appropriate and impressive remarks by Frank Organ, an old friend of the family. Then Mrs. Mark Harris, with Mrs. Chas. G. Hayward at the piano, sang a solo. Following, Mr. Sullivan delivered an, address in the nature of an eulogy upon the life and contacts of the deceased.
Interment was made in the Longton cemetery where Judge A. T. Ayres, also a friend of the family of long standing, after some preliminary remarks, read a poem from the pen of Edwin Arnold, the English poet and journalist, entitled: “After Death in Arabia.”
MRS. MARY MCDOW
Mary "Maxine" McDow, 85, homemaker and caregiver, passed away Dec. 15, 2011.
She was preceded in death by her husband H.V. "Mac" McDow, parents Theodore and Minnie Collins and brother Walter "Buck" Collins.
Survivors .include sons. Victor (Jane) McDow of Paola, Kan., Howard W. McDow of Yates Center, Harlan T. (Joanna) McDow of Independence; daughters Vickie Crupper of Howard, Sandra {Maurice Forkner) McDow of Coffeyville; brother Richard (Vickey) Collins of Belle Plaine, Kan.; sister Emma Jean (Lawrence) Allen of Ft. Scott; 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 21 at 1 p.m. at Resthaven Mortuary in Wichita.
Memorials may be sent to Howard Twilight Manor Nursing Home, Hwy 99, Howard, KS 67349.
Condolences may be offered at www.resthavenmortuary-cemetery.com.
MR. EARL J. MCFARLAND
Earl Joseph McFarland passed away on Thursday, May 24, 2001, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. He was 93 years of age and was a resident of Howard, Kansas. Earl was born February 5, 1908 at Oak Valley in Elk County, Kansas to Harry Earl and Iva May (Fisher) McFarland. He attended Elk Falls Grammar School and graduated from Elk Falls High School in 1925. At the time of his death, he was the oldest graduate of Elk Falls.
On May 18, 1927, he married Mattie Estel Ruler at Sedan, KS and to this union was born one daughter. Earl and Mattie had been married 71 years when she passed away on June 21, 1998 after a lengthy illness.
Earl joined the Bester G. Brown Masonic Lodge #433 at Wichita, KS in 1946 and then transferred to the Hope Masonic Lodge #155 in Howard, KS. In 1996, he was presented his 50 year Masonic pin.
Earl worked at Union Stock Yards in Wichita until 1929 when he was hired by Phillips Petroleum Company. He started as a service station attendant and then worked in the warehouse. After learning the business from all angles, he was promoted to accountant and then to Division Marketing Manager. In 1961 when the Phillips office in Wichita closed, he was transferred to Kansas City, MO, where he completed more than 40 years of faithful service. In 1969, they moved to Howard, KS, where he took full advantage of his retirement years.
He continued lifetime activities as an avid sportsman who had many adventures hunting, fishing and much success as a bowler and golfer Earl also enjoyed traveling and visiting at family gatherings with his wife, daughter, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
MR. EARL W. MCGEARY
Earl Wallace McGeary passed away Friday, Nov. 2, 1990 at the Greenwood Co. Hospital in Eureka. He was 84 years of age. Earl was born on April 6,1906 in Lincoln County, Ks. to Charles Wallace and Eva D. Smith McGeary. He attended school and grew to manhood in Lincoln County.
On August 24, 1924, he married Maude Caroline Lyne, and to this union were born one son and six daughters. In 1947, Earl moved to Jewel County, Ks. where he farmed for several years. He later moved to Montrose, Ks. where he owned and operated a grocery store. Maude preceded him in death, in Dec. of 1952.
On Dec. 28, 1953, he married Jessie Marie Stroud Brown at Okarche, Okla. They lived in Wichita, Ks. where Earl was a security officer at Macy’s Dept. store for eight years. After he retired in 1967, Earl and Marie moved to Severy where Earl served several terms as mayor of the city.
Earl was baptized in the Christian Church at Lincoln, Ks. when he was 12 years of age. He is survived by his wife, J. Marie of the home, a son Dwayne McGeary, and his wife Ava Don, of Clearwater, Ks., six daughters; Betty Utt and her husband Frank, of Kingman, Arizona, Lois Cheney and her husband Harold, of Sylvan Grove, Ks., Doris Nelson and her husband Jay, of Lincoln, Ks., Nina Snyder and her husband Robert, of Walsenburg, Colo., Phyllis Purcell and her husband Eugene, and Bonnie Langer and her husband Frank, all of Superior, Neb., a step-son Paul Brown and his wife Lueoda, of Scvcry, a sister, Lizzie Lyne and her husband Merle, of Lincoln, Ks., 25 grandchildren, 55 great grandchildren, 3 stepgrandchildren, 5 step-great grandchildren, 3 step-great great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, his parents, three brothers, two grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Funeral services were held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 6, 1990 at the Severy Baptist Church with Rev. Tony Pameticky officiating. Mrs. Sue Hurt was the organist with Mrs. Roylynn Pameticky singing “Mansion Over The Hilltop” and “Each Step I Take”. The casket bearers were Ralph Crane, Howard Knight, Bill Riggins, Orville Shumake, Lawrence Smith and John Spangler. Interment was held at 1:30 p.rn Wednesday, at the Hammer Cemetery near Lincoln, Ks. with Rev. Tom Henstock of the Sylvan and Vesper Presbyterian Churches officiating. A memorial has been established with Alzhcimer Disease and Related Disorders, P.O. Box 2763, Wichita, Ks. 67201. Contributions can be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Forsberg Funeral Home of Severy.
MRS WILMA F. MCGINNIS
Wilma Fay (Boles) McGmnis, age 80, a resident of Fall River, Kansas, died Saturday, June 16, 2001, at HCA Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. She was born on January 12, 1921 to Harry E. and Mae (Holliday) Boles on a farm five miles south of Fall River, KS. She received her elementary education at Rule School in Elk County, Kansas, graduating from Fall River High School in 1939. She taught nine years in rural schools in the Fall River and Fredonia area.
On June 11, 1944, she was united in marriage to Harry McGinnis, One son, Eldon, was born to this union.
Wilma and Harry purchased the Fall River Sundries store, which they operated for several years before retiring. Wilma loved to cook and always enjoyed her gardening. She was a member of the Fall River United Methodist Church, where she had served as a board member and Sunday School teacher. She was also a member of the Columbia Chapter, Order of Eastern Star #142 in Howard, KS. She was to have received her 50 year membership pin from Eastern Star this week. She had been a member of several organizations and clubs which she had to drop because of health. These included the Senior Advance Club, several quilting clubs and the EHU Unit. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Dean Boles.
She is survived by her husband, Harry, of the home, son, Eldon and wife, Jane, Fredonia, three grandchildren, David and Gayann McGinnis, Wichita, KS, DeeAnn and Lance Edens, Fredonia and Dana and Matt Anderson, Independence, two great granddaughters, Faith Edens, Fredonia, and Ariel McGinnis, Wichita, and her twin sister, Wilda Moore, Severy.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 21, 2001, at the Fall River United Methodist Church with Rev. Charlotte Coates officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Zion Cemetery near Fall River. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6:00-7:00 p.m.
A memorial has been established in her name with the Fall River United Methodist Church. Timmons Funeral Home in Fredonia is in charge of the arrangements.
MRS. CORA D. MCGLASSON - Submitted by Robert McGlasson
Cora Dolly (Green) McGlasson
Cora Dolly (Green) McGlasson, 93, longtime resident of Winfield, died Tuesday, December 9, 2003, at her home. Funeral Services were held at the First Baptist Church in Winfield and interment followed in Highland Cemetery.
Born April 12, 1910, in Moline, she was the daughter of William Young and Minta (Lee) Green. Dolly graduated from Cedar Vale High School in 1929. Dolly made her home in Cedar Vale until 1962 when she moved to Winfield.
Survivors include her sons, Elman McGlasson of Nashville, Tenn., Robert McGlasson of Bartlesville, OK., Carl McGlasson of Ponca City, OK., John McGlasson of Nashville, Tenn, and Delbert McGlasson of Kilgore Texas; daughters Nedra Giles of Newkirk, OK, and Dixie Trotter of Winfield; 18 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, and five great-great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, six brothers and sisters, one grandson, one great-grandson, and two great-great grandsons.
MR. DELBERT L. MCGLASSON - Submitted by Robert McGlasson
Delbert Loyd McGlasson
Del McGlasson, 64, formerly of Arkansas City, died Thursday, March 15, 2007 at Kilgore, Texas. Graveside services were held Saturday at the Hickory Grove Cemetery near Kilgore.
Del was born March 24, 1942 in Grenola to William and Dolly McGlasson. He graduated from Cedar Vale High School. He was a member of the Forest Home Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Diana McGlasson of the home; five daughters, Sherry Coldwell, of Arkansas City, Debbie Pfeffer of Lenexa, Kandiss Lane, Kami Day, and Kari Porter, all of Texas; his brothers and sisters, Elman, Robert, Carl, and John McGlasson, Dixie Trotter and Nedra Giles; and nine grandchildren.
MR. HARRY MCGLASSON
H0WARD — Harry McGlasson, 92, of Moline, died Wednesday at Mercy Hospital in Independence.
Services will be conducted Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at the First Baptist church in Moline with the Rev. Glen Epp officiating. Interment will be in Moline Cemetery, under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
Memorials are suggested to the First Baptist Church and they may be left at the funeral home.
Mr. McGlasson was born Aug. 25, 1902 at Butterfield, Mo. to Edward and Sidney (Parmley) McGlasson. He moved with his family to Chautauqua County and attended Ebeneezer rural school.
On June 7, 1922 at Sedan, he married Mary M. "Gretta" Casebolt and she died in 1993. The couple lived in the Elk and Chautauqua county areas throughout their married life and he worked for the road maintenance department for the state.
Mr. McGlasson was a member of the First Baptist Church.
Survivors include a son, John F. McGlasson, Seiling, Okla.; two grandsons, two stepgreat-grandchildren and one stepgreat-great-grandson.
MRS. DAISY M. MCGUIRE
Daisy Mae McGuire was born to Charles Henry and Altha Mable Wood on November 19, 1901 on the family farm southeast of Grenola, KS. She attended Fairview Rural School and, Grenola High, later transferring to Moline High School to participate in the Normal training program graduating in 1921. She completed her training at Emporia State Teachers College and taught at rural White School district the following year.
Daisy M. and Harry C. McGuire were united in marriage at the Elk County Courthouse at Howard, KS, on August 20, 1922. They made their home for more than 20 years on North Plum St. in Moline, where they were blessed with two children, Harvey Charles and Phyllis A.
Daisy’s faithful journey began at a community revival in 1924 at a wooden tabernacle in uptown Moline. An evangelistic team “The Roses’ preached and sang the Good News to her heart. The First Christian Church, Moline became the family church home until 1942 when the family moved to Wichita. She, along with the family, joined the Broadway Christian Church and was a faithful servant for 42 years until moving the membership to First Christian at Manhattan in 1988.
Daisy was active in Christian Womens Fellowship, and a teacher of the 3-4 year olds Sunday School class for 25 years. When her church speaks of her they say, “Daisy was a gracious lady of the church, one who was a living witness to the values of truth, trust, and belief.”
A faithful wife, companion, and mother, Daisy was a homemaker who exemplified the family values we are striving for in the nation. During World War II Daisy was employed as a riveter at Boeing Aircraft Co., after completing riveter schooling. She worked only to help her country.
Daisy was a very loyal member of the Moline Alumni Association and rarely missed returning home to Moline for the traditional march uptown and the Alumni banquet. She had near perfect attendance record for over 70 years.
Also a member of the Neptune Chapter of Order of Eastern Star of which her interest and membership had been maintained throughout the years. Plagued with rheumatism and arthritis most of her life she rarely complained, and fought back from a recent stroke, and the loss of her husband and loving son.
She remained in her Manhattan home, where she’d moved after the death of her husband in 1988 near the devoted care of her faithful daughter, Phyllis and son—in—law, Floyd Price, until she was called to her heavenly home on August 26, 1996.
She is survived by her daughter, Phyllis and son-in-law, Floyd Price of Manhattan, KS, daughter-in-law, Harriett McGuire of Wichita, five grandchildren, Hope Bright of Linus, MO., Heather Weidner of Wichita, Harris McGuire of Wichita, Margaret Ann O’Brien of, Chandler, AZ, and Charles Price of Wichita, and the joy of her life, seven great-grandchildren. Jessie, Avery, and Darcy Rose Bright, Katie and Kelsey Weidner, Charlie and Colleen O’Brien; nephew David A. Brace and family of Moline; and niece Virginia Huntington and family of the rural Longton area.
Her son. Harvey Charles preceded her in death in 1982.
MRS. VIVIAN MCKEE
Vivian McKee passed away Thursday, March 21, after a sudden illness near the Post Office at Howard. She was 77 years of age. Vivian was born on October 7, 1913 at Dennison, Texas to William E. and Alice Cox Hasty. Her family moved to Kansas when she was a young girl, and Vivian graduatcd from Howard High School.
She was employed at the Howard Post Office and the Elk County Draft Board for several years. In 1943, Vivian moved to California and married George Washington McKee at Glendora, in 1944. He preceded her in death in 1976. Vivian returned to Howard in 1983, after living with her son, Charles, in San Bernadino, California.
Vivian enjoyed the fellowship of the Howard Senior Center and regularly attended the Friendship Meals there.
She is survived by two sons, Charles of San Bernadino, Ca. and Paul of Leavenworth, Wa. a daughter Irene Loomis of San Bernadino, Ca. a brother Ernest Hasty and a sister Effie Strachan, both of Howard, four grandchildren and one great grandchild.
She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, four brothers; Haskel, who died in infancy, Ed, Fred, and Howard, and three sisters, Grace, Emma and Hazel.
Graveside services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 26 at Grace Lawn Cemetery in Howard with Rev. Gary Parsons of the Howard United Methodist Church officiating. A memorial has been established with the Howard Senior Center. Contributions can be left with the funeral home.The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Flome of Howard.
MR. GEORGE W. MCKEY - Submitted by L. Morgan
George W. McKey died at the home of his son, Frank, of this city, on Thursday morning at 3:30 o'clock. He was born at Mt. Vernon, Knox county, Ohio in 1840.
In 1856 he emigrated to Iowa locating in Lee county. On June 15th, 1861, he enlisted in the First Iowa Cavalry, serving as sergeant of Company A. Later he became ordinance sergeant of Custer's Cavalry Division from the time it was organized at Alexandria, Louisiana until February 24, 1866, when he received an honorable discharge at Austin, Texas.
His parents settled in Pike county, Illinois, while he was in the army. When he received his discharge from the army he returned to his parents where he remained until 1871 when he came to Kansas, locating on a claim in Howard county in the Union Center township. Mr. McKey soon improved his claim and engaged in stock raising, and was considered the model farmer of his vicinity.
In 1875 when the county was divided he was appointed county commissioner of Elk County serving two terms. In 1878 he formed a partnership with Messrs. A. F. Eby and Momma bankers. In the spring of 1882 Mr. McKey bought Mr. Momma's interest in the bank and he was elected president of the Howard National Bank. Several years ago Mr. McKey's health failed, and he retired from business life. He was a thorough business man and had many friends in the business world.
He was married to Miss Ruth A. Kay of Mt. Vernon, Ohio in January 1867. To this union five children were born, three of whom died in childhood. Mrs. McKey passed to her eternal home some years ago.
Brother McKey heard the call of his Master, and professed faith in Jesus Christ as his Saviiour in 1873 and united with the Western Park Congregational church of this county. Brother McKey was a member of this church at the time of his death. The funeral service was conducted at the home of his son on Friday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock by O.L. Weir, pastor First Baptist church and his body was laid to rest in Grace Lawn cemetery. In his death he leaves to mourn for him one daughter, Mrs. Mary E. Tinker of Denver, Colorado, and one son George F. of this city, with a number of relatives and friends.
May the Lord comfort the bereaved, is the sincere prayer of the writer, O.L. Weir.
MRS. BELL M. MCLAUGHLIN - Submitted by Freida Wells
The Grenola Leader, January 26, 1917 - Grenola, Kansas Bell Maud Brown was born January 19, 1874 in Christian Co., Illinois and departed this life Januray 21, at the Montgomery Hospital, age 43 years and 2 days.
She came with her parents to Cedar Vale, Chautauqua Co., Kansas, in September 1874 and in 1876 moved to the Brown farm south of Grenola and lived there until September 1890 when she was united in marriage to John McLaughlin.
To this union were born eight children who seven are living. Orval, Clarence, Beulah, Ray, Neil, Naomi and Daby Gail all whom were at her beside at the time of her death.
Besides seven children she leaves a husband, mother and two sisters, four brothers and other relatives beside a host of friends to mourn her death. She was always a devoted mother and neighbor always ready to lend a helping hand and will be missed by all with whom she was in any way associated.
INFANT MCLAUGHLIN - Submitted by Charlotte Lamb Bennett
A child of Mr. & Mrs. Zeph McLaughlin died last Friday night and was buried at Spring Creek Sunday.
GRACE LAWN MRS. OPAL M. MCLEAN
Opal M. McLean, 103, of Howard died, Friday Sept. 12, 2008 at the Howard Twilight Manor.
Opal was born July 3, 1905 in Lincoln, Neb. She was one of five children born to John G. and Nellie M. (Bice) Munson.
On June 23, 1923 Opal married Charles S. McLean in Lincoln, Ne, They were married for 53 years until his death of 1976.
She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Howard. She was a past member of Grange, Ladies Aid, and the Ladies American Legion Auxiliary of Howard. Opal was known for many years as Avon Sales Representative. She also sold Patron Mutual Insurance for many years. In her spare time when not working on the farm or taking care of her family, she loved to crochet.
Opal is survived by one son, Richard J. McLean, Howard; two daughters Louise M. Cookson, Howard, and Marie D. MaGee, Independence, seventeen grandchildren, and numerous great and great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband Charles, son Charles J. McLean, daughter Lucille M. Parker, brother Virgil Munson, and three sisters, Marguerite Miller, Viola Mattox, Mildred Lucky.
Graveside services were held on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008 at Grace Lawn Cemetery with Pastor Charles Cryderman officiating.
The family has suggested memorials be made to: Howard Twilight Manor, and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, P.O. Box 1233, Howard, KS 67349.
MR. CLARENCE MCLIN - Submitted by L. Morgan
Clarence McLin was born in Indiana on August 16, 1874, and passed away at the Sedan, Kansas hospital on August 10, 1965.
At the age of two, Clarence and his parents moved to Kansas, settling on a farm in the Fairview community where he grew up. He attended school at Fairview and later helped his father in a blacksmith shop. He moved with his parents to Howard over 50 years ago.
Clarence was a member of the First Baptist church of Howard. There he held a Crown Badge, a testimonial of faithful attendance.
Surviving is a brother Fred, of Cortez, Colorado, and a host of nieces and nephews. His parents, two sisters, four brothers and a half-brother preceded him in death.
Funeral services were held on Friday, August 13, at 10:00 a.m. in the Spurrier-Watt Funeral Home Chapel. James Lorensen of the Howard Christian church officiated. Casket bearers were Robert Perrigo, George Ellis, Willis Miller, Wilbur Ingle, Walter Baughman and Roy B. Miller. Concluding services and burial were in Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard. Unknown
MRS. EDITH MCLIN
HOWARD — Mrs. Frank (Edith) McLin, 90, a former Howard resident, died Wednesday at the Manor Nursing Home in Independence.
Graveside funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in Grace Lawn Cemetery with the Rev. Roy L. Brown, pastor of the Howard United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be under the direction of the Spurrier Funeral Home.
Mrs. Edith McLin was born Feb. 2, 1832, at Saybrook, Ill., the daughter of Snowden and Mary (Keene) Coile. She married Frank McLin at Howard Feb. 23, 1910, and they resided in the Howard vicinity for many years. They moved into the city of Howard in 1962.
Mrs. McLIn was a member of the. Rebekah Lodge. There are no immediate survivors other than several nieces and nephews and a cousin, R. Coile of Howard.
MR. WILL MCLIN
Last Wednesday evening about five o'clock while engaged in sawing wood with his brother on the old Campbell farm near Western Park. Will McLin fell against a circular saw and was instantly killed. He was carrying a stick of wood and at the time had his back to the saw when he stepped on a round stick, throwing him off of his balance and directly on the saw. He was killed instantly.
William L. McLin, son of J. H. and Elmira McLin was born in the state of Indiana, March 7th, 1869 and departed this life March 11th, 1905, age 39 years and 4 days.
Death is always sad, but sometimes as in the case of Will McLin its sadness is enhanced by the fact that he was called to meet death in the vigor and strength of young manhood and without a moment’s notice. And yet earths sorrows are not without their compensation, and in this case the fact that Will McLin bad lived in a state of readiness for this great change which must sooner or later come to each and all of us, will be of great comfort and consolation to his loved ones.
He united with the Baptist cburch in 1901 and was a member of the same at the time of his death. He was an honest and upright Christian man, one who had the confidence of all who knew him. He leaves a father, mother and ???? brothers to mourn his sudden and sorrowful death. The funeral services was held at the Baptist church in this city and the pastor, Rev. Bearcey spoke of "Readiness to Meet Death." Luke 13:40.
MR. CHESTER W. MCMINN
Chester William McMinn passed away Monday, December 12, 1994 at the Medicalodge in Eureka, KS. He was 79 years of age. Bill, as he was known to his friends, was born on June 24, 1915 at Wichita, KS. to James Primrose and Nancy Grace (Henderson) McMinn. He was the third child born to this family.
Bill graduated form Wichita East High School in 1933. After his father’s death in 1934 Bill took over the family farm northeast of Wichita. His mother died in 1944 and after his sisters married Bill continued to operate the farm.
He married Mary Margaret Cain in 1944 and to this union were born three daughters, Margaret, Mary, and Casandra. This marriage ended in divorce in 1969.
Bill enjoyed raising and training horses on his farm near Wichita. He continued to operate the family farm on north Woodlawn until 1979. At the age of 64, he retired and moved to a farm near Severy, KS.
He is survived by three daughters, Margaret Odle of Howard, Mary Elkins of Belle Plaine, KS., and Sandy Maxwell of Mulvane, KS., seven grandchildren; Clint Odle of Sedgwick, Ty Odle of Whitewater, Vince Odle of El Dorado, Lacy Elkins of Belle Plaine, and Thomas, Alicia and Eugenia Schultz all of Howard, and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Jimmy, and two sisters, Gertrude and Margaret.
Graveside services were held Saturday, December 17, 1994 at Cresco Cemetery north of Howard.
MRS. JESSIE M. MCNEE
Jessie Mae McNee, age 91, of Moline, passed away Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008 at the Sedan City Hospital in Sedan.
Jessie was born on Jan. 9, 1917 in Dalhart, Texas the daughter of William and Lillie Belle (McCurdy) Walker.
On Nov. 15, 1935 Jessie was united in marriage to Nile Kenneth McNee in Chickasha, Okla., and to this union was born a son Dennis Ray. They began their lives together on a farm near Guymon, Okla. Four years later, they purchased a farm at Eva, Okla., where they lived for twenty four years. In October of 1965 the McNees moved to their ranch near Moline. They continued working together on the farm until Nile's death on Aug. 7, 1992.
Jessie was a member of the Moline Baptist Church. She enjoyed sewing, making several clothes for her granddaughters. She also enjoyed cooking, gardening, and helping out her daughter-in-law Marilyn at The Bread Pantry.
Jessie is survived by her son Dennis McNee and his wife Marilyn of Moline, one sister Rosalie Bush and her husband Kenneth of Chickasha, Okla., two granddaughters Tisha Osburn and her husband James and Chrissy Nordell and her husband Jasen, five great grandchildren Nile Osburn, Danny Osburn, Rebekah Osburn, Augusta Nordell, and Connor Nordell.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Nile, two brothers Charles Walker and James Walker, one sister Nora Reed, a half brother Roy Walker, and a half sister Edythe Davidson.
Funeral services were held Monday, Sept. 22, 2008 at the Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard, with Rev. Henry Long officiating. Interment was at the Moline Cemetery.
Family suggests contributions to the Moline Public Library and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. WILLIAM J. MCNEELY
William Jordan McNeely 82, of Grenola, passed away Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008 at Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita.
William was born May 25, 1926 in Merrian, Kan., the son of Eugene and Eva Wilma (Jordan) McNeely. William graduated from Grenola High School.
On Aug. 11, 1946, he was united in marriage to Norma D. Pinegar. William and Norma celebrated 62 years of marriage in August of this year.
William joined the United States Marines, and then enlisted with the United States Air Force, serving his country for 20 years, retiring as an E-9. He was a WWII Veteran who served in the South Pacific. During those years in the military, he and his wife traveled across the world serving in England and Scotland.
After retiring from the military, William worked 20 years for Southern Kansas Telephone. He was a charter member of the Derby, KS V.F.W., a life member of the Winfield V.F.W. and a life member of the American Legion, and a member of the Texas Tower Organization. William was very involved with the Grenola community; he had served as the Mayor, and as a councilman. He was an "In Charge" type of person, who liked helping others, along with supporting the Elk County Ministerial Alliance group.
William is survived by his wife Norma of the home; one son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Barbara McNeely of Porter, Okla.; one daughter, Marsha Phillippi of Winfield; six grandchildren and nine greatgrandchildren.
William was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers: Eugene and Roy McNeely.
Cremation has been requested, with private burial at the Winfield Veterans Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions to the: Elk County Ministerial Alliance or The Winfield Veterans Home and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at: www.countrysidefh. com Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. DALE L. MCNOWN
MOLINE - Dale Leon McNown passed away on Thursday, June 15, 2006, at his home in Moline. He was 82 years of age and a former resident of Burlingame, Kan.
Dale was born on Jan. 7, 1924, at Belknap to Glenn Adelbert and Edna Mae (McAlister) McNown. He attended school and grew to manhood in the Belknap and Moline area. Dale served in the United States Navy dwing World War II.
On Oct. 9, 1947, he married Margaret Elizabeth Denton at Burden. Dale and Margaret lived in Winfield for a short time before moving to Moline in the late 1940s. They made their borne in several locations throughout Kansas, Oklahoma and Missouri, and settled in Burlingame in 1959.
They have made their home at Moline since July of 1976, where Dale was employed as a supervisor at the Martin-Marietta Rock Quarry. He retired from Martin-Marietta and then worked several years for Blacktop Construction. Margaret preceded him in death on Jan. 4, 2004.
He was a member of the Ferguson-Spease American Legion Post #388 of Moline and a PastMaster of the Corinthian Masonic Lodge #79 in Burlingame.
He is survived by his son Gary of Moline; his daughter Paula Clyde and her husband Chris of Derby; his former daughter-in-law Karen McNown of Dover, Ark.; his brother Bud McNown of El Dorado; four grandchildren, Nathan and Cristen of Derby, Nikki McNown of RusseLlville, Ark., and Glenn McNown of Malvern, Ark.; and three great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife; his parents; and a brother, Ivan McNown.
MR. DONALD L. MCNOWN - Submitted by L. Morgan
Donald Lee McNown passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at his home in Towanda, Kan. He was 76 years of age.
Don was born on Sept. 11, 1931 at Wauneta in Chautauqua county to Jay B. and Myrtle Alta (Lee) McNown. He began school at Sedan and graduated from high school at Moline.
During the Korean War, Don served four years in the Navy aboard the USS Eversol, a destroyer, earning the Korean Service Medal with two stars, National Defense Service Medal, China Service Medal and the United Nations Service Medal.
Don married Ruth Davis, his high school sweetheart, at the Moline Methodist Parsonage on July 18, 1953. Don worked for the Kansas Gas Service Company for several years and was self-employed in a small construction business. He erved as Scout Master of Towanda Troop 232 and has been a member of Hope Masonic Lodge #155 at Howard for 51 years. His free spirit and sense of humor will be missed by all.
He is survived by his wife Ruth, of the home; his sons, Mike and wife Charla of Valley Center and David and wife Pamela of El Dorado, five grandchildren: Brian Michael of Spring Hill, Kan., Wendy Dawn of Overland Park, Kan., and Logan James, Levi Talon, and Landon David all of El Dorado; and his sisters, Lorene Runyon of Sedan, Alta Ehrlich of Delaware, Okla., Louise Seward of Lexington, Neb., and Peggy Ward of Wichita. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, Wayne McNown, Willard McNown, J.B,. McNown Jr., and Russell McNown, and his sisters, Marjorie Wilson, Charlene McNown, and Arlene Day.
Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 19, 2008, at the Towanda United Methodist church of Christ with Denise Sawyer officiating. Graveside services were held on Saturday afternoon at 3 p.m. at the Moline cemetery in Moline.
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MR. IVAN A. MCNOWN
MOLINE - Ivan Adelbert McNown, 83, of Moline, died July 14, 2000, at his home.
Services will be 11 a.m. Monday at Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard. Pastor Ted Smith will officiate. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery in Grenola.
A memorial has been established with the Moline Christian Church. Contributions may be made through the funeral home.
McNown was born Nov. 23, 1916, in Belknap, to Edna Mae (McAlister) and Glen Adelbert McNown. He attended school and grew to manhood in the Belknap community.
On Nov. 7, 1936, he married Thelma E. Jellison in Howard.
In 1940 he began trucking and continued hauling livestock until he became ill this year. He also operated a farm for several years and remained a resident of the Moline area throughout his life. His wife died Oct. 28, 1978, after 42 years of marriage. A son, David, also preceded him in death.
On Jan. 8, 1985, he married Dorothy Esther (Corle) Hey in Miami, Okla. She died, after 13 years of marriage, on July 28, 1997.
He took part in the Kansas Oldtime Fiddlers, Pickers and Singers programs in the Elk and Chautauqua county area.
Survivors include three daughters, Loma McClure, Arkansas City; Faye McNown, Moline, and Mary Cobb, Oklahoma city; eight stepchildren; two brothers, Dale McNown, Moline, and Bud McNown, El Dorado; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
MRS. MELVA C. MCNOWN - Submitted by L. Morgan
Melva C. Ruddle-McNown, age 91, a resident of Moline, passed away Oct. 6, 2009 at the Pleasant Valley Nursing Home in Sedan. She was born on May 23, 1918 in Elk county, the daughter of Leonard and Lulu (Arnold) Whaley.
On April 1, 1935 Melva was united in marriage to Fred Ruddle in Sedan, and he preceded her in death in August of 1976. In July 1983 Melva married Orvil McNown in Sedan and he also preceded her in death in January 1996.
Melva was a member of the United Methodist church in Moline.
She is survived by her daughter Corliss and her husband Larry Spiller and son Elden Ruddle, both of Moline; two step-sons Kenneth McNown of rural Sedan and Carl McNown or rural Moline; one grandson, John David Spiller of Bartlesville, Okla. She was preceded in death by her parents and both husbands.
Funeral services were held Friday, Oct. 9, 2009 at Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard with Chantilly Lovelace officiating. Interment was at the Moline cemetery.
Contributions may be made to either the Moline United Methodist church or Harry Hynes Hospice and may be sent to Zimmerman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1233, Howard, Kansas. Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com
Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. ORVAL E. MCNOWN
Orval Edward McNown, 74, of Moline, Kansas, died Thursday, January 25, 1996, at Riverside Health Services, Wichita, Kansas. He was born July 13, 1921, in Kansas, to William Harvey and Florence (McAlister) McNown.
He was a veteran of World War II and a Farmer-Rancher and Oil Producer. On July 8, 1952, he and Evelyn Ruth Marshall were united in marriage. She preceded him in death on April 30, 1980. On July 28, 1982 he and Melva C. Whaley Ruddle were united in marriage. She survives at the home.
Also surviving are two sons, Kcnneth McNown of Sedan, Kansas, and Carl McNown of Moline, Kansas; one step-son, Eldon Ruddle of Moline, Kansas; one step-daughter, Corliss Spiller of Longton, Kansas; three brothers, Alfred McNown of Moline, Kansas, Roy McNown of Cedar Vale, Kansas, and Harrison McNown of Winfield, Kansas; and seven grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Monday, January 29, 1996, at 2:00 p.m., in the Graves-Baird Funeral Home Chapel, Sedan, Kansas. Interment was in the Belknap Cemetery, Rural Moline, Kansas. Rev. Kevin Baxter officiated. Graves-Baird Funeral Home, Sedan, was in charge of arrangements.
A memorial has been established in his name with the American Heart Association.
MRS. RUTH MCNOWN
Ruth McNown 75, of Towanda, passed away Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008 at Lake Point Nursing Center of Augusta.
Ruth was born Jan. 14, 1933 in Independence, the daughter of Archie and Millie (Klatt) Davis. Ruth attended and graduated from Moline High School in 1951. Ruth married Don McNown, her high school sweetheart, at the Moline Methodist Church Parsonage in Moline on July 18, 1953; they were married for 54 years until Don passed away on July 16, 2008.
Ruth was a member of the Towanda Methodist Church. She worked as a secretary for several years. However her most important job was taking care of their home and her family.
Ruth is survived by two sons, Mike McNown and wife Charla of Valley Center, David McNown and wife Pamela of El Dorado; five grandchildren, Wendy McNown of Overland Park, Brian McNown of Spring Hill, Logan, Levi and Landon McNown of El Dorado.
Ruth was preceded in death by her husband Don, her parents Archie and Millie Davis, her twin brother Merlin Davis of Hutchinson, brother Kenneth Davis of lola and infant brother Charles Davis.
Graveside Services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov, 19, 2008 at the Moline City Cemetery with her nephew Pastor Mark Davis of the Cedar Vale First Baptist Church officiating. There will be no public visitation. The family suggests memorial contributions to the: United Methodist Church of Towanda or Good Shepard Hospice and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at: www.countrysidefh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MRS. THELMA MCNOWN
SEDAN — Thelma McNown, 85, of Sedan, died Sunday at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. Services will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Graves-Baird Funeral Home with Pastor Wally Racker officating. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery at Sedan.
Memorials are suggested to the Belknap Community Church.
Mrs. McNown was born June 12, 1910 at Sedan, to Harvey and Sarah (Brewlngton) Webb. She married Owen Stephens on July 4, 1929 at Sedan, and he died in 1958. On Oct. 28, 1961, at Wichita, she married Alfred McNown and he survives. Mrs. McNown was a member of the Belknap Community Church, Order of the Eastern Star, Rebekah Lodge, the Chautauqua County Council on Aging and the Senior Citizens.
Other survivors include two Sons, Norman Stephens, Americus, and Harvey Stephens, Branson, Mo.; a daughter, Phyllis Hernandez, Wichita; three stepdaughters, Pauline Doty and Joan Kinkaid, both of Sedan, and Jeanne Crawford, Power City, Mo.; 11 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.
MRS. GERTIE P. MCSPADDEN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
MRS. HENRY McSPADDEN
Gertie Phylis Kill was born on March 1, 1881, at Glenhaven, Wisconsin, and moved to Kansas at the age of eight years with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Kill.
She was married to Henry McSpadden on June 23, 1903, and to this union one son, Harold, was born.
After her marriage she made her home for two years near Moline and afterwards she lived in several different places and later established her home at Independence, Kansas, where she passed away at the Mercy Hospital at 5:45 a. m. Sunday, June 29, 1930.
She leaves to mourn her passing her husband, Henry McSpadden; one son, Harold two sisters, Mrs. Katie Larkin of Moline, Kansas, and Mrs. Martha Blizard of Howard, Kansas; two brothers, Frank Kill of Elk Falls, Kansas, and Joe Kill of Cuba, Missouri, besides a host of other relatives and friends.
Gertie was a loving wife, mother and friend and she numbers her friends by her acquaintances and all regret the passing of one who enjoyed living so well.
Funeral services were held at the St. Mary's church at Moline on Tuesday morning, July 1, 1930, officiated by Father Sullivan and burial was made at Mt. Olivet cemetery. The pall bearers were railroad employees and were: Messrs W. T. Traughber, Moline; George McGrew, I. G. Read, Matt Heller, Henry Mock and Paul Perry, Independence.
MRS. OTHELLO MCSPADDEN
Othello McSpadden, 83, former Moline resident, died Monday, Jan. 17, 1994 at the Good Samaritan Care Center in Hays where she had been a resident since November of 1992.
She was born on Aug. 10, 1910 in Grenola to J. J. "Jink" and Mollie (Tindlc) Wood. She married John McSpadden on Apr. 18, 1931 at Moline, he preceded her in death on Jan. 23, 1967.
Othello was a busy housewife and enjoyed her home and family. She taught at Wolf Creek School before her marriage and worked the first year of the Moline School lunch program as head cook.
She was an active member of the Moline United Methodist Church. Othello taught the Nursery Sunday School class for many years and was active in the United Methodist Women until her health failed. She was a member of the Friendly Neighbor Bible Study group for many years. Othello also served on the Girl Scout Board.
She is survived by two daughters, Marge White and her husband Merle of Issaquah, Wash, and Pat Hall of Hays; six grandchildren; eight greatgrandchildren; one sister, Genece Jones and her husband Kenneth of Wellington; one brother, Jim Wood and his wife Jean of Vinita, Okla.
She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, two sisters, Aliene Bacus and Marjoric Hammond, and one brother, Gwynnc "Kern" Wood.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 Thursday, Jan. 20 at the Moline United Methodist Church with Rev. LaDonna Carey and Rev. Larry Bowyer officiating. Interment will be held in the Molinc Cemetery at Moline. Memorials have been established with the Molinc United Methodist Church. Contributions can be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements arc being made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. ROBERT W. MCSPADDEN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Robert W. McSpadden, youngest son of John Calvin and Martha McClung McSpadden was born September 18, 1869 in Madisonville, Tenn., and departed this life December 28, 1950 in Moline, Kans., the last of a family of seven children.
He was united in marriage to Addie McCaslin October 14, 1896. To this union was born four children; Ralph, who preceded him in death in 1926; John of the home place; Martha Simpson of Newton, Kansas; Lorene Waldron of Oklahoma City.
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He came to Kansas in 1891, spent a few years near Wellington, made the race in the opening of the Cherokee Strip, and came to Moline in 1896 where he made his home on a farm a mile and a half west of Moline where he lived until he lost his eyesight ten years ago. He then moved into Moline. He celebrated his Golden Wedding anniversary in 1946.
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Besides his family he leaves seven grandchildren: Marjory Ruth and Patricia Joan McSpadden, Robert, Sue, and Anne Simpson; Camellia and Sandra Waldron; nieces, nephews, relatives and a host of friends.
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Funeral services were held Saturday, December 30, 1950 at 2:30 in the Methodist church, conducted by Rev. O. W. Dewey. Rarick Mortuary was in charge.
A quartette: Fred Findley, Mr. Lyons, Roy Maxey and Harold McCreight, sang "No Night There," and Connie Carter sang "Goin' Home."
Pall bearers were: Roy, Ray and Farris Wilson, Mahlon Durbin, Ed Durbin and Scott Rairdon.
Note* Burial was in Moline Cemetery.
MRS. VELMA O. MEADE
Velma Gmstead Meade died April 9, 1979 at the Lyons District Hospital, Lyons, Kansas.
She was bom October 23, 1896 at Corry, Pa,She married Marcellas Meade, December 24, 1921 at Winfield, KS. He preceded her in death in 1964.
She was a resident of Lyons since 1965, coming from Howard. She was a retired nurses aide. She was a member of the First Methodist Church of Howard.
She is survived by one daughter Mrs. Jean Williams of Lyons, two grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Thursday, April 12 at the Sillian-Crawford-Miiler Funeral Home, Lyons. There will be graveside service at 3 p.m. Thursday at Gracelawn Cemetery, Howard. Memorials should be given to the Winfield State Hospital.
MR. CHARLES W. T. MEANS - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Departure of Charles W. T. Means
Charles Wesley Thorn Means was born in Allegheny City, Pa., Dec. 6, 1836, and died in Moline, Kansas, March 21, 1896. Came to Moline, Kansas, in 1884. Was married in early life to Miss Susan Filkill who died in 1877. He leaves three children and one sister to mourn his loss. His daughter, Miss Eva B. Hunter, resides at Paris, Ill. Miss Cora E. Durbin, another daughter, at Galesburg, Ill., his son, Henry P. Means, at Comer, Ill., his sister Mrs. Rebecca Smith, at Flora, Ill. To many of his friends he expressed himself as being ready to die and only waiting for the Master to come to take him to his Heavenly home. A very large congregation gathered at the M. E. church, on Sunday afternoon, to pay a last tribute to the memory of one that all who knew him loved. The services being conducted by Rev. W. C. Goodwin, assisted by Elder Hill.
MR. LEVI M. T. MEASLES - Submitted by L. Morgan
GRENOLA-- Levi Michael Thomas Measles VanDerhagen, 18, of Grenola and formerly of Chanute, died Saturday of injuries sustained in a car accident.
Graveside services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in Greenlawn cemetery, Grenola, with Pastor Robin Haines officiating. Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard, is handling arrangement.
He was born Sept. 27, 1989, in Mesa, Ariz., the son of Timothy Measles Sr. and Coreen Kenyon. He was a concrete finisher for Caney River Concrete.
Survivors include his finance, Adrian Wheat, Grenola; his father, Hutchinson; his mother, of Grenola; his step-father, Jeff Riddle; two brothers, Caleb Measles Sr., LaHarpe, and Wrangler Sweet, Grenola; a step-brother Patrick Riddle, Grenola; his maternal grandmother, Melanie Jiannino; his paternal grandmothers, Shirley Measles and Dianna VanDerhagen; his great-great grandparents, Mary Margaret Dotson, Elizabeth Featherston and Thomas Jiannino.
The family suggests memorial contributions can be made to help defray expenses. They can be mailed to Countryside Funeral Home, P.O. Box 247, Fredonia, KS 66730.
MR. RICHARD MEEGAN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
DIED
Richard Meegan at the family residence in Moline, Saturday morning Feb. 25, 1888, after a long illness. The funeral services were held, Sunday morning at the Catholic church in this city. Rev. Father McKerna, of Winfield, officiating, and the remains were interred in the Catholic cemetery, south of Moline. Mr. Meegan was an old and respected resident of Kansas, having spent the greater portion of his Kansas life on a farm in Chautauqua county. He had lived in Moline several years where he was one time engaged in the mercantile business. Deceased leaves a wife and several sons and daughter to mourn the irreparable loss of husband and father. They have the sympathy of our people in this, to them, sad hour.
[Note: the cemetery referred to is the Old Boston Cemetery.]
MRS. MARY D. MEISCH
Mary Darlene Meisch, age 76, a resident of Iola, and formerly of Howard, passed away Monday, Oct. 24, 2011 at Windsor Place of Iola.
She was born on June 18, 1935 in Piedmont, the daughter of Wesley I. and.Mildred E. (Misner) Norman. Darlene was a graduate of Piedmont High School.
On Dec. 31, 1955 Darlene was united in marriage to Otto E. Meisch at the Piedmont Christian Church. Darlene was a homemaker and she was the bookkeeper for the family dirt construction business. She also worked in home health and for the Howard Senior Center. Darlene was a long time member of the Howard Christian Church and later a member of the Piedmont Christian Church, Mother's Club and the Legion Auxiliary.
Darlene is survived by one daughter Pamela Coons and her husband Vincent of Iola; two sons Otto E. Meisch Jr. and his wife Rhonda of Wichita, and Bruce Meisch and his wife Julie of Wichita; one brother Larry Norman of Howard; one sister Donjia Meisch Johnston of Howard; seven grandchildren, Meaghan Coons, Mason Coons, Leah Meisch, Kyle Meisch, Luke Meisch, Audrey Meisch and Hayley Meisch.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband 0tto Meisch.
Funeral services were held Friday, Oct. 28, 2011 at Countryside - Zimmerman Funeral Home with Pastor Bob Dougherty -officiating. Interment was at South Lawn Cemetery in Severy.
Family suggests contributions to the Howard Senior and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysidem.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Countryside - Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard.
MRS. BESSIE L. MILLER
Bessie Leona Miller passed away Sunday, August 27, 1995 at the Medicalodge in Eureka. She was 79 years of age. Bessie was bora November 28, 1915 at West Fork, AR. to Edd and Bessie (Gilbreath) Dobbins. She moved to Moline at an early age, where she was raised by her aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Atkinson. Bessie graduated from Moline High School in 1934.
On April 18, 1936, she married Holly Elwood Miller at Winfield and tc this union were born two sons Fredrick and Robert. Bessie devoted many hours teaching piano to people in the Elk County area. She dedicated her life to caring for her husband and making a home for her family.
She was a member of the Presbyterian Church at Howard until it closed, and attended the Howard United Methodist church. Bessie was a member of P.E.O Chapter R, and was a member of Columbia chapter #142 Order of the Eastern Star for more than 50 years, serving as pianist for over forty years.
She is survived by her husband Elwood of Howard, two sons Fredrick Miller and his wife Judy of Winfield, and Robert Miller of Wichita, a brother Robert Dobbins and his wife Marianna of Noble, IL., a half-brother Harold Dobbins of Oregon, a half-sister Vera Mae Frederick and her husband Jack of Medford, OR., five grandchildren, two great grandchildren and three step-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister Maxine.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, August 31. 1995 at the Zimmerman Funeral Home with Rev. Robert Cooper of the Howard United Methodist Church officiating, Helen Vinette will be the organist with Barbara Greenwood and Louise Morgan singing "Abiding Love" and "Ivory Palaces." The casket bearers will be George Dean, Jim Dean, Eric Miller, Nick Miller, Patrick Miller, and Stephan Miller. Eastern Star services will be conducted by Columbia Chapter #142 of Howard. Interment will be held in Grace Lawn Cemetery at Howard. Memoriais have been established with Columbia chapter #142. O.E.S. or P.E.O, Chapter R, both of Howard. Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements are being made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MRS. HAZEL L. MILLER
SEDAN, Kan. - Hazel Laura Miller, 87, longtime Sedan area resident, died Monday morning, July 11, 2005, at Pleasant Valley Manor in Sedan.
She was born April 27, 1918, at Sedan to Chris and T. Lee (Darnall) Hendricks. She grew up and attended school in Sedan.
On Sept. 25, 1936, she married Wiiford Milton Miller at Howard, Kan. Following their marriage, they made their home in the Sedan area, except while Mr. Miller was in the service during WW II. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1986.
Mrs. Miller was a longtime employee of Sedan Floral. She was a member of the Tallgrass Fiddlers Assoc. at Pawhuska, Okla.
Survivors include two daughters, Bertha “Bert” Miller, Buffalo, Kan., Wilda Reynolds, Tyro, Kan.; one son, Stephen Miller, Sedan; one sister, Tina Halderman, Cherryvale, Kan.; five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Corrine Miller and a special friend, Chester Griffin.
Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 2005, at Greenwood Cemetery in Sedan, with Rev. Charles Klassen of the First Baptist Church officiating.
Friends may call on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. to sign the register book at the David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Sedan. The casket will be closed.
The family suggests memorials to Tallgrass Fiddlers Assoc. in Pawhuska, Okla. and contributions may be left with the funeral home.
David W. Barnes Funeral Home of Sedan is in charge of arrangements.
MR. HOLLY M. MILLER - Submitted by L. Morgan
Holly M. Miller, 88, died Saturday in the Newton Memorial Hospital in Winfield.
Services will be held at the Spurrier Funeral Home Chapel on Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Roy L. Brown assisted by Bernard Smith officiating. Interment with Masonic rites will follow in Grace Lawn Cemetery.
Holly M. Miller was born Oct. 21, 1887 at Dunbar, Ne. to Nicholas and Almira (Francher) Miller. He came to Kansas in 1896 with his parents where they resided on a farm near Howard.
He was married to Hazel Gotobed on Oct. 6, 1909, when he moved to Howard, where he had resided since. He was appointed as a mail carrier in July of 1909. He retired from the mail service in October 1957 at which time he received a fifty year pin for service.
He was a member of the Presbyterian Church and the Masonic Hope Lodge of Howard. He was a 60 year Mason and a member of the Columbia Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star for 57 years. He was also a member of the Rural Carriers Association.
He is survived by one son, H. Elwood Miller, of Howard, two daughters, Agnes Miller of the home, and Mrs. Verlin (Helen) Dean of Eureka, a sister, Mrs. Alma Smith, Longton, five grandchildren, and six great-granchildren.
MR. HOLLY E. MILLER - Submitted by L. Morgan
Holly Elwood Miller passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2008 at the Howard Twilight Manor in Howard. He was 95 years of age and a lifetime resident of Howard.
Elwood was born on Feb. 10, 1913 at Howard to Holly Maurice and Grace Hazel (Gotobed) Miller. He graduated from Howard High School in 1932 and attended Kansas State Teacher’s College at Emporia from 1932 until 1933. After college, Elwood taught for two years at Rule School near Fall River.
On April 18, 1936, he married Bessie Leona Dobyns at Winfield and to this union was born two sons, Frederick and Robert. Elwood worked at Brown Feed Store and Miller Grocery in Howard before becoming employed at Boeing Aircraft Company in Wichita from 1941 until 1945. In 1946, Elwood began working for Munsinger Plumbing in Howard and later founded Miller Plumbing in 1958. He continued his plumbing business until retiring in 1993.
After the death of his wife on Aug. 27, 1995, Elwood remained at home until entering Twilight Manor in 2006.
He was a member of the Presbyterian Church at Howard until it closed, and attended the Howard United Methodist church for several years. He was a long-time member of Columbia Chapter #142 Oder of the Easter Star and Hope Lodge #155 A.F. & A.M. in Howard. Elwood was an avid gardener and enjoyed sharing his harvest with family and friends.
He is survived by his two sons, Frederick and his wife Judy of Winfield, and Robert of Wichita, his sister, Agnes Miller of Howard, five grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife; his parents and a sister, Helen Dean.
Interment will be held at Grace Lawn cemetery. The funeral arrangements are being made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
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MR. JOHN W. MILLER - Submitted by Dan Durbin
John William Miller was born on April 9, 1874 in Chautauqua County, Kansas, and departed this life on August 17, 1956 in Sedan, Kansas at the age of 82 years, 4 months, and 8 days.
He was united in marriage to May Maria Davis, February 7, 1897, at Braman, Oklahoma. She preceded him in death on January 7, 1936. They moved from Oklahoma to their farm east of Ames Chapel and there they spent 23 happy years before moving to Moline in 1923.
To this union was born 11 children, two dying in infancy. The children who mourn his death are: four sons, William Owen Miller, Melvin LeRoy Miller of Moline, Kan., John J. Miller, Portland, Oregon, and Erwin E. Miller of Horseshoe Bend, Idaho, 5 daughters: Mrs. John Bryan, Mrs. Travis Foust, Moline, Kansas, Mrs. Sam Workman, Longton, Kansas, Mrs. Lee Adkins, Wewoka, Oklahoma, and Mrs. R. C. Thayer, Horseshoe Bend, Idaho. He also leaves 21 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.
He gave his life to the Heavenly Father and joined the Methodist church at an early age.
He was a kind and loving father, thoughtful of everyone, especially his family, to whom he was devoted.
God in His wisdom has recalled
The boon His love had given,
And thought the body slumbers here,
The Soul is safe in Heaven.
Funeral services were held from the Watt Funeral Home Chapel on Sunday, August 19, at 2:30 p. m. with Rev. R. L. Williams officiating and the Watt Funeral Home directing.
Burial was at the Moline cemetery.
Casket bearers were his 6 grandsons: Norval, Vertus, and Johnny Bryan, Ivan Workman, Gary Foust, and Duane Adkins.
MR. JOHNNIE W. MILLER
Johnnie W. Miller, age 84, a resident of Howard, passed away Friday, March 18, 2011 at his son John Miller Jr. home in Howard. He was born on Feb. 19, 1927 in Cloverdale, Kan., the son of Oscar and Sara (Dorsey) Miller.
Johnnie served in the United States Army in both World War II and the Korean War.
On Dec. 18, 1949 he was united in marriage to LaRita Mae Tucker at the Baptist Church in Moline.
Johnnie worked for Beechcraft in Wichita as an inspector for many years. He was a member of American Legion Carter Racier Post #149 in Howard. Johnnie was an avid gardener and he also enjoyed hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his son John Miller Jr. of Howard; two brothers. Dwayne Miller of Sterling, Kan., and Charlie Miller of Winfield; three sisters, Rosie Gray of Howard, Lodean Lauffer of Winfield, and Ellen Curtis of Leesburg, Fla.; five grandchildren. Jeremy Miller, Amber Miller, Ashley Miller, Brandi Jones and Cassandra Jones and seven great-grandchildren. Johnnie was preceded in death by his parents, his wife LaRita Miller on Feb. 2, 2010 and one sister Lola King.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, March 2,5, 2011 at Countryside Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard, with Pastor Robin Haines officiating. Interment with military honors conducted by Carter Rader Post will follow at Grace Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorials suggested to the Carter Rader Post and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysiclefli.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Countryside - Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard.
MR. KENNETH C. MILLER
GRENOLA, Kan. - Kenneth Charles Miller passed away on Tuesday, April 26, 2005, at his home south of Grenola, Kan. He was 52 years of age. Kenny was born on Sept. 10, 1952 at Winfield, Kan. to Albert Homer, Jr. and Grace Caroline (Bennitt) Miller. After graduating from high school, Kenny completed a degree at Independence Community College in 1972 and received a Bachelor degree in criminal justice from Wichita State University in 1975.
On Feb. 14,1982, he married Byrdee Zell (Lewis) Stephens at Grenola, Kan. and they made their home in the Grenola area. Kenny was employed as a shortage administrator at Boeing Aircraft Company in Wichita. He has also served as an Elk County Deputy Sheriff since 1981.
Kenny was currently a First Responder for the Elk County Emergency Medical Service and served as Grenola City Fire Chief for several years. He also served as a security guard at West Elk High School in Howard. Kenny was a former member of the Grenola City Council and was instrumental in establishing the water tower and water treatment system during his term as Mayor of Grenola.
He enjoyed playing softball and has been active in the youth baseball program at Grenola for many years. Kenny was a deacon of the Grenola Christian Church and enjoyed working with the church youth groups. He has recently served as church treasurer.
He is survived by his wife, Byrdee; sons, Brian Stephens, Grenola and Kevin Miller of Burden; his step-mother, Pansy Franks, Grenola; his brothers, Donald Miller and Robert Miller, both of Grenola; a sister, Diana Foiles, Lynden, Kan. and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. qn Saturday, April 30, 2005, at the Grenola Community Building, with Pastor Wallace Wartick of the Grenola Christian Church officiating. Interment was held in the Greenlawn Cemetery at Grenola.
Memorials have been established with the Grenola Christian Church and Hospice Care of Kansas. Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements are being made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MRS. LARITA M. MILLER
LaRita Mae Miller, age 79, a resident of Howard, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2010 at the Greenwood County Hospital in Eureka.
She was born on Feb. 17, 1930 in Wichita, the daughter of Emmet Earl and Bessie Mae (Boice) Tucker.
LaRita was a graduate of Moline High School class of 1949. On Dec. 18,1949 LaRita was united in marriage to John William Miller in the Baptist Church in Moline. She was a homemaker and enjoyed playing the piano. LaRita was member of the Carter - Rader Post #149 Ladies Auxiliary in Howard.
LaRita is survived by her husband John Miller of the home, one son John W. Miller Jr. of Howard, one sister Jean Helmer of Pawhuska, Okla.. five grandchildren, Jeremy Miller, Amber Miller, Ashley Miller, Brandi Jones and Cassandra Jones, and five great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters.
Funeral services were held Monday, Feb. 8, 2010 at Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard, with Pastor Robin Haines officiating. Interment was at Grace Lawn Cemetery.
Family suggests contributions to the Carter-Rader Post #149 Ladles Auxiliary and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard.
MRS. NELLIE C. MILLER - Submitted by L. Morgan
Nellie Christena (Howell) Miller, 94, of Grenola, died Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at Pleasant Valley Nursing Center in Sedan. She was born February 2, 1914 near Pueblo, Colorado the daughter of Robert Adam and Christena Elnor (Decker) Howell. She was the middle child of 11 children.
On August 25, 1947, Nellie was united in marriage to Richard W. Miller, in Moline, KS. They were married for 56 years until his death on August 15, 2004.
Nellie was a school teacher in Chautauqua and Elk counties for more than 30 years. She enjoyed children from beginning grades through high school. She coached girls’ basketball, volleyball, track and softball. After retiring, Nellie was very active with the Grenola Senior Citizens Center, driving, maintaining records and supporting every effort including quilting. Nellie served as Mayor for the city of Grenola for a time after retirement. She continued to be involved in community activities until ill health made her unable.
Nellie mostly loved children. She also enjoyed crafting and mastered several different mediums. She encouraged having fun in every activity.
Survivors include:
One Daughter, Kaye Palenchar Grenola, KS; One Son, Bob Miller Madison, KS;
Three Grandchildren, Kristi Stubbert, St. Charles, MO., Beth Lawson, Grenola, KS., Zachary Miller, Kansas City.
Three Great Grandchildren: Sabrina Lawson, Sara Stubbert, and Travis Hubbard Several Nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Richard, six brothers and four sisters, and a great grandson, Brennan Stubbert.
Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life Service will be held Monday March 31, 2008 at the Grenola United Methodist Church at 10:30 am, with Chaplain Mike Grahm officiating. The family suggests memorial contribution to the Grenola Senior Center or Harry Hynes Hospice, and can be mailed to Countryside Funeral Home, P.O. Box 247 Fredonia, KS 66736. Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com. Arrangements are being handled by Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard.
MR. NICHOLAS J. MILLER - Submitted by L. Morgan
Funeral services were held Wednesday for Nicholas J. Miller, who died at his home in Howard, Kansas, October 23, at 12:30 a.m., at the Methodist Church at 2:30 p.m., conducted by Dr. T. Restin Heath, pastor of Howard and Antioch churches, assisted by Rev. L. V. Osborne, of the Howard Presbyterian church.
The following obituary notes were read during the service:
Nicholas J. Miller, son of Paul and Elizabeth Hahn Miller, was born at Dover, Dearborn county, Indiana, January 17, 1856; departed this life October 23, 1939, at his home in Howard, Kansas, age 83 years, 9 months, and 6 days.
When a young man in February 1882 in the company of friends he went to Nebraska City, Nebraska where he obtained work and made that state his home.
On December 24, 1884, he was joined in marriage to Almira Aretice Fancher of Nebraska City, Nebraska, who passed away June 14, 1927. To this union were born six children, five sons and one daughter; four sons dying in infancy.
With his wife and famiy he came to Howard, Kansas in 1896, residing on his farm northwest of Howard, later moving to his present farm northeast of Howard, in the Fairview district in 1904, where he resided unti December 1928, moving to Manzanola, Colorado, where he lived with his brother William Miller, until his daughter Miss Alma, went to that state to teach in 1930-32, and with whom he had made his home ever since moving to the present home in Howard, August 1933.
When a child, April 11, 1869, he was confirmed in the Evangelical Protestant church of South Gate, Indiana, a faith to which he remained faithful.
The remaining children Holly M. Miller and Alma May of the home, were at his bedside when he passed to his home beyond to a home where he many times during his last illness said, "Let's go home."
Surviving are a daughter-in-law, Hazel, three grandchildren, Elwood and wife Bessie, Agnes and Helen. Also his great grandson Frederick Elwood Miller, whom he loved and enjoyed, as only a great grandfather can, all of Howard, Kansas, and two brothers Jacob and Henry Miller of Manzanola, Colorado; one sister Mrs. Sophia Haining of Cedar Grove, Indiana. The sister and her husband Ira Haining, were also with him all during his illness and assisted in a way that will long be remembered. His brother Jacob and family also visited him during his illness, other relatives mourn his departure, also a host of friends.
He was a kind and loving father and will be loved and remembered by his children, the same as the mother who has never been forgotten.
MR. P. S. MILLER - Submitted by L. Morgan
On Tuesday, December 29, 1873, Mr. P.S. Miller, died of consumption, aged 31 years, 4 months, and 29 days.
--is the subject of the above notice, a loving wife mourns the loss of a devoted and affectionate husband and the community the loss of an old and brightly respected citizen.
Mr. Miller was born in Moulenburgh(?) Co., Kentucky, where he lived until 1867 when he moved to Barton co., Missouri where he lived until the spring of 1871, when he settled in Longton, building the house in which he died, and where many of our ____ have formed his acquaintances and learned to respect him as a good citizen and a man of the strictest integrity.
Mr. Miller devoted four of the best years of his life to the service of his country, having enlisted in the Third Kentucky Cavalry at the beginning of the Rebellion. In the exposure and privations of this service was contracted the disease which finally resulted in his death.
MR. TEDDY M. MILLER
Teddy M. "Ted" Miller, age 77, a resident of rural Howard, passed away at his home on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009.
He was born on May 6,1931 in Howard the son of Glenn Orval and Margaret Jane (Clum) Miller.
On June 13, 1952 Ted was united in marriage to Janet Faye DeLaughder in Newkirk, Okla. From November 1953 to October 1955 Ted served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. Ted was a farmer and rancher. He was awarded the Bankers Award, Soil Conservation Award, KG&E Award for Conservation Completion, and this February with his brother Dan would have received the Grassland Award. He was a member of the Howard United Methodist Church. Other memberships included, Elk County Farm Bureau Board where he served as president, Elk County Livestock Association, and Elk County Soil Conservation.
Ted is survived by his wife Janet of the home, two sons Kim Miller and Keat Miller both of Howard, one daughter Debra Harris of Emporia, one brother Dan Miller of Howad one sister Mary Buck of Severy and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday Jan. 16, 2009 at Zimmerman Funeral Home with Paster Charles Cryderman officiating. Visitation will be from 1-8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 15, at the funeral home. Interment will be at Cresco Cemetery.
Family suggests contributions to either the Howard United Methodist Church or the Greenwood County Home Health and may be left in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com. Arrangements are und( the direction of Zimmerma Funeral Home of Howard.
MRS. TERESE M. MILLER
CALDWELL — Terese Marie “Terry” Miller, 76, of Caldwell, formerly of Howard, died Sept. 23, 1995, at Caldwell District Hospital.
Services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Howard. The Rev. Dennis Lorcnz will officiate.
A memorial has been established with the Caldwell Alumni Association. Contributions may he left with Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard.
Miller was born Sept. 2, 1919, in Newark, N.J., the daughter of Peter Francis and Henrietta (Dubben) Boyer. Her mother died when Miller was 12, and she moved to New York City to live with her aunt. Miller graduated from Mamarinas High School in New York in 1936.
She received nurse’s training at Grasslands Hospital in New York City and became a registered nurse. In April 1945 she entered the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged as a second lieutenant in June 1946.
She married Charles “Cob” Miller Dec. 31, 1946, in New York City. They lived many years in Howard where they owned and operated Cob’s Food Market. They later moved to Caldwell to be near their daughter. He died May 24 1988.
Survivors include a daughter, Vickj Burdett, Caldwell, and two granddaughters.
MR. WILLIAM O. MILLER - Submitted by Dan Durbin
William O. Miller was born in Pettis County, Missouri, March 12, 1846, and died at his home in Moline, Kansas, February 15, 1929, at the age of 82 years, 11 months and 3 days.
On May 10, 1862 he was enrolled as a private in Company F. 50th Regiment Missouri Infantry and was discharged July 5, 1865.
He was united in marriage to Miss Olive Fast June 15, 1883. To this union was born one son, John W. Miller, who with his wife, nine grandchildren and seven great grand children are left to mourn the loss a loving father and grandfather.
From childhood he has lived a Christian life. His kind deeds and helpfulness will never be forgotten by his friends and relatives.
In 1884 he moved his family to Moline where he has resided ever since except three years in Kay county, Oklahoma. Mrs. Miller passed away September 12, 1922.
Funeral services were held in the Baptist Church Sunday at 2:00 p. m. conducted by Elder N. Hill of Elk Falls, assisted by Rev Farr of the Baptist church. The Woman's Relief Corps were present in a body to do honor to a gallant defender of our common country.
Interment was in the Moline cemetery.
Thus passes one of the few remaining stalwart pioneers of this state and volunteers in the defense of the country in time of war. Honor and respect follow him for his sturdy, honest, his diligent industry and his considerate good citizenship.
MR. WILLIS H. MILLER - Submitted by L. Morgan
HOWARD---Willis Howard Miller, 92, died Dec. 18, 2005, at his home in Howard. Services will be 1 p.m., Thursday at Zimmerman Funeral Home. Pastor Gene DeWitt will officiate. Military honors will be conducted by Carter-Rader American Legion Post 149 at Grace Lawn Cemetery.
A memorial has been established with Carter-Rader American Legion Post 149. Contributions may be left with the funeral home.
Miller was born July 10, 1913, on a farm north of Howard, to Jesse Howard and Martha Laura (Jolly) Miller. He graduated from Howard High School in 1934 and attended Fort Scott Junior COllege.
On Jan. 6, 1936, he married Mary Caroline LaMont at Howard. They operated a cattle ranch north of Howard until he entered the U. S. Marine Corps on Oct. 13, 1942. He served in the Pacific Theater during World War II and was honorably discharged Nov. 26, 1945.
After the war, Miller operated their cattle ranch until becoming the Elk County treasurer in the late 1950s. He later served as the Elk County clerk until becoming the postmaster of Howard in 1967. He retired as postmaster in 1974.
He and his wife made their winter home in Florida for four years during the later 1970s. In 1980 they purchased property at the Mesa Regal RV Resort in Mesa, Ariz., and remained active members of that community for 25 years. They recently returned to their home in Howard where he had been receiving medical care.
Miller was a past commander and a 60 year member of Carter-Rader American Legion Post 149. He was a member of the First Baptist Church and had served as a Sunday school teacher, Sunday school superinitendent and deacon of the church.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Caroline Miller, and his brother, Glenn D. Miller, both of Howard, and his sister, Nell Clark, Augusta.
MR. CALVIN L. MILLS - Submitted by L. Morgan
MOLINE-- Calvin Leroy Mills, 82, longtime resident of Moline died April 22, 2006, at Elk Manor Nursing Home in Moline.
Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Moline Christian Church. Pastors Stan Rumbaugh and Gary Boles will officiate. Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard at Moline Cemetery. Hope Lodge 155 will conduct Masonic graveside services.
Memorials have been established with the Moline Alumni Association, Eastern Star Ladonia Chapter 243 of Elk Falls and the Moline Christian Church. Contributions may be left with Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard.
Mills was born Aug. 31, 1923, at Moline, to Orville Edgar and Audrey Gertrude (Wolverton) Mills. He grew up in Moline and graduated from Moline High School.
In 1943, Mills entered the United States Army and served his country during World War II.
On Aug. 7, 1949, he married Mary Lou Perrigo at Moline, and to this union were born four sons. Mills was a rancher throughout his life and worked 40 years as a heavy equipment operator for Martin-Marietta.
He was a member of Hope Lodge 155 Ancient Free & Accepted Mason in Howard, Eastern Star Ladonia Chapter 243 in Elk Falls and the Moline Christian Church.
Mills was preceded in death by a son, Tom Mills.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Mills, Moline; three sons, Gary Mills, Mulvane, Mike Mills, Moline, and Dan Mills, El Dorado; two brothers, Harold Dean Mills, Clearwater, and Roger Mills, Moline, a sister, Pat Custer, Moline; nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
GLENDA I. MILLS
Glenda Irene Mills died Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2006 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita She was 63 years - of age and a long time resident of Moline. Glenda was born on May 15, 1943 at Russell to Robert Wesley and Wanda Mae (Shipman) Beaumont. After Robert’s death, her mother remarried and Glenda was raised by her mother and George Westwood. She grew up in Howard and graduated from Howard High School in 1961. Glenda later completed cosmetology school.
On April 8, 1963, she married Rodger Lynn Mills at Kansas City and they made their home in Moline. To this union were born a son and a daughter. Glenda was employed in the banking business for more than twenty years and retired in 2003. Her hobbies included crafting, crocheting, listening to Celine Dion music and she loved spending time with her grandchildren.
Glenda is survived by her husband, Rodger; her son Rodney Mills and his wife Marlana of Arkansas City; her daughter Lorri Robert and her husband Jay of Augusta; her brother Jim Beaumont of Wichita; her sister Joyce Bills of Climax; and her grandchildren, Blake and Ashlynn Mills and Jaiden and Brooke Robert. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Jack Beaumont.
Funeral services were held on Monday, Dec. 4, 2006 at the Moline Christian Church with Pastor Stan Rumbaugh and Pastor Gary Boles officiating. The casket bearers were Chris Clyde, Bobby Mills, Greg Mills, Randy Mills, Russell Mills and Mark Mills. The honorary casket bearers were John Bills and Harold Dean Mills.
A memorial has been established with the Moline Christian Church. Contributions may be left with the Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard.
MR. PEARL H. MILLS - Submitted by L. Morgan
Pearl H. Mills was born June 20, 1882, north of Howard in the Paw Paw neighborhood and departed this life January 5, 1932, at the home in Howard, at the age of 49 years, 6 months and 15 days.
He had been apparently in resonably good health, having complained slightly Monday evening, but went to his work on Tuesday as usual. After working his mail for his route he did not feel so well and went to the doctor's office where he was advised to remain at home for the day and rest. He came home and grew worse when the doctor again was called, but with all that was done for him he could not survive his illness, and passed away about 12:30 Tuesday afternoon.
Pearl, as he was called by almost everyone, had lived in this community all of his life. He was united in marriage to Alta M. Biddinger of his own neighborhood, June 22, 1904. They lived on a farm for some two years when they moved to town where he soon took the civil service examination and received his appointment of mail carrier, May 1, 1910 and was assigned to Route 6, which he has served continiously and untiringly and faithfully for almost twenty-two years and his untimely and sudden going.
He never failed to start out on his route, no matter what the weather might have been. He suffered many hardships trying to serve the people of his route whom he loved so much. Sometimes he slid into the ditch or his car broke down but the "wayworn traveler" could be seen coming walking trying to do his duty. The snowflakes hid him from view many times but if possible at all, he was soon to come in sight, sometimes leading his horse that would have all it could do to carry the mail. So many times his people helped him out of unsurmountable places on his route and sent him on his way.
He was converted and joined the United Brethren church in 1900. In 1911, during the Rose revival meeting he moved his church letter to the Methodist church where he was faithful thru the years. His pastor has been inspired by his regularity at all the services of the church, Sunday school, all of the preaching services, and prayer meeting. Our church will miss him in many ways.
He was also a member of Hope Lodge A.F.& A.M. no 155 of Howard and was in good standing in that order. He was a Modern Woodman of America.
He was a faithful husband and a faithful son to an aged mother who depended on him so much. He was seen daily making his way down to his mother to see that she was alright. He was a faithful friend, neighbor and citizen.
He leaves to mourn his loss, a wife, mother, one sister, Mrs. Lou Clarke of Los Angeles, California; one brother, J. F. Mills of Kansas City, Missouri; five nephews and one neice, other relatives and a host of friends.
A male quartette sang favorite hymns for the services.
The services for the deceased were held at the M.E. Church and his pastor Rev. W. C. Chappell preached a very touching and inspiring srmon. The Masonic brethren having charge of the services both at the church and the cemetery. The active pallbearers wre composed of his Masonic and the honorary pallbeareres included all of the Rural Route Carriers of the county.
MR. THOMAS W. MILLS
MOLINE - Thomas Wayne Mills passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2004, at his home west of Moline. He was 52 years of age.
Tom was born on May 3, 1952, at Sedan to Calvin Leroy and Mary Lou (Perrigo) Mills. He grew up in the Moline community and graduated from Moline High School in 1970.
On Sept. 6, 1970, he married Wanda Louise Cain at the Elk Falls United Methodist Church in Elk Falls and to this union were born three children, Shawn Thomas, Chelise Diane and Stephanie Lynn.
In 1980, Tom and Wanda began operating the Moline Feed and Supply in partnership with Roger and Linda Patteson. In 1987, Tom and Wanda bought controlling interest in the business and have owned and operated the business as Mills Feed and Supply. Tom was a partner with his son, Shawn, in operating the Mills Ranch near Moline. He took great pride in watching his son follow in his footsteps.
Tom and Wanda celebrated their 34th wedding anniversary on Monday, Sept. 6, and spent the day with their family. Tom enjoyed spending time with his wife and family most of all.
He was a member of the board of directors of the Moline High School Alumni Association and served as chairman of Rural Water District #1. Tom was a former mayor and city council member of Moline, and served as the Moline Fire Chief. He was a stockholder of the Moline Rodeo Association for many years and was recently appointed to the office of President. Tom was a member of Hope Masonic Lodge #155 of Howard, Ladonia Chapter #243 Order of the Eastern Star of Elk Falls and the Moline. Christian Church.
He is survived by his wife, Wanda; his son, Shawn, Moline; his daughters, Chelise Moore and her husband Matt, and Stephanie Mills, all of Moline; his parents, Calvin and Mary Lou Mills, Moline; his mother-in-law, Bernice Cain, Moline; his brothers, Gary, Mulvane, Mike, Moline and Dan, El Dorado; two grandsons, Austin and Dylan Moore, Moline; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends.
Funeral services were held at 2p.m., on Friday, Sept. 10, 2004, at the Moline Christian Church with Rev. Gary Boles and Rev. Mark Loftin officiating. Interment was held at the Moline.
Memorials have been established in his name with the Moline Alumni Association and the 4-H/FFA Scholarship Fund. Contributions may be left with the funeral home.
The funeral arrangements are being made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MRS. NENIA V. MITCHELL
Nenia Viola Mitchell passed away Thursday, May 4, 1995 at St. Joseph Medical Center in Wichita, KS. She was 76 years of age. Nenia was bom December 13, 1918 at Parsons, KS. to Jess and Rachel Candace (Whelock) Essig. She attended school and grew to womanhood in the Parsons community.
Nenia was employed at Elam Cleaners in Parsons, before moving to Wichita, KS. She lived in Wichita during most of her life, and worked as a sales clerk for Innes and Calhoun's Department Stores.
Later in life, Nenia married W.R. Mitchell of Elk Falls, KS, and moved to his farm in 1970. During this time, Nenia was employed as a nurse's aide at the Sedan City Hospital for several years.
After her marriage to Mr. Mitchell ended, Nenia moved to Howard and served as manager of the Friendship Meals at the Howard Senior Center. In the early months of 1994, she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and moved to Heritage Village Nursing Home in Rose Hill, KS. to be near family. She was a long time member of the First Baptist Church of Howard.
Nenia is survived by a brother Simon Essig of Mound Valley, KS., a sister Bernice McMurry of Howard, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Otto and Clay, and a sister, Emma Essig Walters.
Funeral services were held Saturday, May 6, at the Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard with Rev. Chuck Evans of the First Baptist Church of Howard officiating. Madge Hebb was the organist with Lloyd Zimmerman singing "Beyond The Sunset", "In The Garden", and "The Old Rugged Cross." Her nephews served as casket bearers. Interment was held in Grace Lawn Cemetery at Howard. A memorial has been established with the Howard Senior Center. Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard,
MR. WILLIAM R. MITCHELL - Submitted by L. Morgan
MOLINE - William Rex Mitchell, 89, a resident of Elk Manor Nursing Home in Moline and a former longtime resident of Elk Falls, died Jan. 19, 2005, at Sedan City Hospital.
Services will be 2 p.m. Monday at the Moline Cemetery. The Rev. Tony Pameticky will officiate.
A memorial has been established with the Elk County Emergency Medical Service. Contributions may be made through Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
Mitchell was born Feb. 17, 1915, in Siloam Springs, Ark., to Nettie (Eastland) and Frederick Augusta Mitchell. He attended school and grew to manhood on a farm at Glencoe, Okla., homesteaded by his father during the Cherokee Strip Run.
In 1935 he and Ollie Marie LaFollette married. They later divorced.
Mitchell worked at several occupations during his life but devoted most of it to farming and ranching. He was employed at Beech Aircraft in Wichita for 20 years until retiring and buying a farm in Elk Falls.
Survivors include a son, Larry Mitchell, Howard; two daughters, Irene Mustoe and Donna Parker, both of Hilmar, Calif; nine grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
MRS. MARIELLEN MIZE
Mariellen Mize, age 86, a resident of Eureka, Kan., passed away Monday, Sept. 28, 2009 at the Howard Twilight Manor.
She was born on Sept. 21, 1923 in Barnsdall, Okla., the daughter of John Henry and Clara (Moor) Strickler.
In December of 1939 Mariellen was united in marriage to Reeve William Mize in Pawnee, Okla. For many years Mariellen worked for the Eureka School District as a bus driver and a cook. She enjoyed watching children play baseball and softball in the summertime, working on word search puzzles, quilting and embroidering.
Mariellen was a member of the Severy Baptist Church in Severy and the Red Hat Society in Eureka.
Mariellen is survived by one son Lyle Mize of Severy, six daughters; Verda Sullivan of Oklahoma City, Okla., Vicky Heater of Howard, Veda Worford of Aburne, Kan., Verla Myers of Cottonwood Falls, Kan., Vestella Hess of Nescatunga, Okla., and Velda Mize of Snohomish, Wash., one brother Arthur Charles Strickler of Eureka, and one sister Edna Dwiggins of Vallejo, Calif., sixteen grandchildren and twenty-eight great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Reeve W. Mize.
Graveside funeral services were held at 11 a.m., Friday, Oct. 2, 2009 at the South Lawn Cemetery with the Rev. Tony Pameticky officiating.
Family suggests memorial contributions to the American Heart Association and may be sent to Zimmerman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1233, Howard, KS 67349. Online condolences may be sent to www.countrysidefh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home.
MR. ANDREW MOFFITT - Submitted by L. Morgan
Died about midnight, Tuesday, May 18, 1886. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon under the auspices of the Grand Army of the Republic. The funeral services were held at the M.E. church by Alfred Brunk of the Christian church. The funeral was attended by a large concourse of people every one of whom was a friend of the deceased.
Andrew Moffitt was an early settler in Elk county. He located upon a piece of wild land about three and a half miles northeast of Howard in 1870, where by industry and frugality he has built himself and family a comfortable home. He was a good kind husband and an indulgent father, and leaves behind him a loving wife and five affectionate children who are almost inconsolable in their great and irreparable bereavement.
Mr. Moffitt enlisted in 1862 as a private in Company D of the 122d Illinois Infantry, and served his country bravely and honorably until the close of the war. In 1881 he assisted in the organzation of E.M. Stanton Post, No. 23, Grand Army of the Republic, of which organization he has been a member up to the day of his death, and there is not one of his comrades who does not sincerely mourn his death as that of a personal friend.
Luela May, daughter of Aaron and Eliza Jane Grant, was born October 9, 1865 in Bourbon, Marshal county, Indiana. She came to Kansas with her parents in 1880, and settled in Elk County near Howard.
She was the youngest of four children, two dying in infancy. She was proceded in death by her parents and only brother, B. Stacey Grant, who died December 3, 1917.
On December 7, 1886 she was united in mariage to Valentine Momma. Two children were born to them, N. A. Momma and Mrs. Oliver Dickerson. She was a charter member of the Order of Eastern Starr Chapter in Howard. In girlhood she joined the First Baptist church in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Mrs. Momma was stricken with a fatal illness about a year ago and for the past three months has been bedfast. She was carefully and tenderly cared for by her husband and daughter, Mary, but in spite of all that giving hands and hearts could do, she slipped away on Saturday evening, August 14th, at 10:45.
She leaves to mourn her loss her husband, Valentine Momma, a son, Nicholas Momma and daughter Mary Dickerson, and three grandchildren, Mary Margaret and Bobby and Nancy Ann Dickerson, besides other relatives and a host of friends.
Funeral services were held at the Moon Funeral Home in Howard at 3:00 p.m., Monday, August 16th, conducted by Rev. Harvey Hartman, pastor of the Howard Nazarene church. Burial was in the family lot in Grace Lawn cemetery.
MR. N. MOMMA - Submitted by L. Morgan
N. MOMMA DEAD
Our citizens were greatly shocked last Tuesday morning to hear that Mr. N. Momma had breathed his last at his home in this city. The city and county have, in the death of Mr. Momma, lost one of its best citizens--a loss that will be felt keenly. He was laid to rest in Grace Lawn cemetery Wednesday and the last sad rites were performed by the A. F. & A.M. of which Mr. Momma was a member. A large number of sympathizing friends from surrounding towns were present and the funeral procession was the largest ever seen in Howard.
MR. VALENTINE MOMMA - Submitted by L. Morgan
Valentine Momma was born at Chicago, Illinois, April 7, 1865 and died at Howard, Kansas, January 22, 1942, aged 76 years, 8 months, and 16 days.
He came to Kansas with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Momma, the family living a year at Neodesha, Kansas, and in 1872, moving to Longton, Kansas. In 1876 the Momma family moved to Howard, Kansas, after Val's father had been elected treasurer of Elk county, and this has been the home if the deceased up until the time of his death. For the past four years Mr. Momma has been in very poor health and he spent the most of his time at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Oliver Dickerson and family at Eureka, Kansas, and until her recent removal to Colorado.
He was educated in the public schools of Elk county and after school days assisted his father in stores at Longton and Howard, and later engaged in business for himself in Howard and Latham. For a few years in the late eighties he worked for Asa Thompson and sons on the Howard Courant; later conducting a bakery and restaurant in Howard.
When the first rural mail delivery system was established in Howard, Mr. Momma was appointed carrier of Route No. 3 and served perhaps ten years. As a carrier he was very popular with the patrons of the route and especially with all the children who loved him.
He was married December 7, 1886 to Miss Louella Grant of Howard, and two children were born of this marriage, Nicholas A. Momma of Fort Worth, Texas and Mrs. Mary Dickerson of Boulder, Colorado; three grandchildren and one great grandchild and two sisters, Mrs. Frances Herrington and Mrs. Minnie Baker of Kansas City, and hosts of friends mourn his passing.
Valentine Momma was a friendly man; never a harsh word was said against anyone and he was always ready to help others when possible. He was a devoted husband and father and all admired him for his good qualities, which were many.
Funeral services were held from the Moon Funeral Home, Howard, Kansas, Sunday, January 25, 1942, at 2:30 p.m. conducted by E.H. Milton. Burial in Grace Lawn cemetery.
MR. CALVIN W. MONICAL - Submitted by Jerry Jackson
Calvin Wayne Monical, son of John T. and Alice Webber Monical, was born on a farm in the Fiat neighborhood, March 1, 1888. He passed away at the Greenwood county hospital, Eureka, Kansas, July 10, 1965, at the age of 77 years, 4 months and 10 days.
Calvin grew to manhood in the Green Valley district and attended the Green Valley school.
On December 29, 1909, he was united in marriage to AdaV. Bowser. For the first year they lived on a farm on Indian Creek. In the spring of 1911, they moved to Metolious, Oregon and later moved to Grandview, Oregon, where they took a homestead. Here their only son, Minard, was born. They the homestead in January of 1918 and lived for six months with an aunt and uncle in California. They then returned to Kansas and lived on a farm six miles west of Howard on Clear Creek. In February, 1926, they moved to a farm north of Howard on Paw Paw, where they lived until he departed this life.
He joined the Salem Baptist church while a young man. By merger, he later became a member of the First Baptist church of Howard.
Surviving Calvin are his devoted wife and son of the home; two sisters, Mary May, Wichita, Kansas and Evelyn Trummell, Orland, California; one brother, Robert Monical of 100 Mile House, British Columbia, Canada, and a half brother, Charley Monical, Portland, Oregon, and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his father; mother: a step-mother; two brothers, Clarence and Everett, and one half brother, Woodrow.
Calvin was very active in community affairs, having served on the Paw Paw school board for 17 years and was a township trustee for several years. He always had a sense of humor and could tell a joke or have witty saying when things were the darkest. He was a good neighbor and will greatly missed by his many friends and relatives.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 13, 1965, at the Forsberg Funeral Home in Severy, Kansas. The Rev. Ralph Olsen of First Baptist Church of Howard officiated. Solist: Mr. Joe Hebb, Organist: Mrs. Esther McDivitt, Pallbearers: Don Jackson, Leonard Roper, Glenn Chamberlain, Walter Baughman, John Fox and Willard Morss.
Burial was in South Lawn cemetery, Severy, Kansas
SOURCE: Newspaper article and funeral card.
MR. MINARD W. MONICAL - Submitted by Jerry Jackson
Minard W. Monical, age 91, of Howard, Kansas passed away Wednesday, December 12, 2007 at the Greenwood County Hospital in Eureka, Kansas. Minard was born August 15, 1916 in Grandview, Oregon the son of Calvin and Ada Bowser Monical.
Minard attended school at the Highland Rural School, Upper Paw Paw and graduated in 1935 from Severy High School. After high school Minard farmed with his parents on their family farm north of Howard until he enlisted in the Army Air Corps on October 30, 1942. During his military service Minard worked as a cook and a mechanic until his discharge on February 26, 1946. After his service to his country Minard came back to the farm where he would remain until his retirement.
He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Howard, American Legion Center Rader Post 149, Paw Paw Township Board, ASC Community Committee and served as the sexton for the Cresco Cemetery for many years. In his spare time Minard enjoyed bowling and won several trophies throughout the state as a bowler.
He is survived by several cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held at 10 AM Monday, December 17, 2007 at the First Baptist Church in Howard, Kansas with Pastor Gene DeWitt officiating. Viewing will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be at South Lawn Cemetery, Severy, Kansas. Memorials may be made to either First Baptist Church or American Legion Carter Rader Post 149 and may be sent to Countryside Funeral Home, P.O. Box 247, Fredonia, Kansas 66736. Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard, Kansas 620-374-2381. Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com
SOURCE: Countryside Funeral Home web site, December 22, 2007
MR. BERT MONROE - Submitted by L. Morgan
DEATH OF PIONEER LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER
Burt Monroe Brought First Passenger Train Into Howard
Geo. H. Craner of Moline, received a wire from Argentine on Tuesday of last week, that Bert Monroe, the veteran locomotive engineer, had died Monday morning, May 7.
Bert Monroe was for a great many years a locomotive engineer on the A. T. & S. F. road, and in December 1879, brought the first train carrying passengers into Howard on the Howard Branch. The construction train first entering the Howard townsite a few days before was brought in by an engineer named Puffer. Monroe continued in regular duty on the Howard Branch until he retired on a pension fifteen or twenty years ago. The Monroe family lived in Howard for five or six years, from 1879 till the road was extended to Moline, when they removed to that city. Soon after he retired from active engineering, the family removed to Argentine.
“Old Bert” Monroe is most kindly remembered by many readers of this paper. He was twice married, his second wife and several children surviving him.
MRS. BERT MONROE - Submitted by Dan Durbin
MRS. BERT MONROE DEAD
The death of Mrs. Bert Monroe, although not wholly unexpected, was learned with deepest sorrow and heart felt sympathy for the bereaved husband and family by friends in and near Moline.
Mrs. Monroe had been in poor health for more than two years but she had been confined to her bed only the past two months, and even within this time she did light housework at times when she was feeling best.
Mrs. Monroe consulted the best physicians of Topeka and Kansas City, but none were able to give her any encouragement of permanent recovery. They all agreed with her home physician, Dr. Smethers, that her trouble was that of cancer and consequently incurable.
Mrs. Monroe died at Eureka, Kans., December 25, 1900, at about 8 o'clock a.m. Her husband was at her bedside when the end came and the children, who were at home, except two of the boys, arrived in Eureka at 9 a.m.
The noble character of Mrs. Monroe was manifest in her everyday life, and she was held in highest esteem by her friends.
Funeral services were conducted at the M. E. church, Thursday at 2 p.m.
Our sincerest sympathy goes out to those who mourn.
MRS. BEULAH MONTGOMERY - Submitted by
HOWARD-- Mrs. Beulah Montgomery, 84, died Wednesday at the Twilight Manor Nursing Home in Howard.
Services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Spurrier Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Roy L. Brown officiating. Burial will be in the Green Lawn cemetery at Grenola.
Mrs. Beulah Montgomery was born February 21, 1892, near Frontenac, the daughter of James and Margaret (Livingston) Hutton. She moved to Elk County as a child and attended schools at Moline. She moved to Nebraska and completed her high school education there.
She returned to Howard in 1925 and was employed as a licensed practical nurse, caring for patients in her home for many years until retiring in 1962.
She married Frank Montgomery in Nebraska in 1913.
Mrs. Montgomery was a member of the United Methodist Church and the American Legion Auxiliary.
Survivors include one brother, Elmer Hutton of Pueblo, Colo., five grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her only son.
MR. DALE R. MONTGOMERY - Submitted by L. Morgan
Dale R. Montgomery, 36, died Oct. 8 from an accidental gunshot wound that occurred in the garage of his home at Howard.
Born October 16, 1953, in Wichita, he was the son of Richard L. and Helen Mae (Hutton) Montgomery. He graduated from Howard High School in 1971.
On Dec. 30, 1975, he married Corrie Gallardo in Wichita. They lived in Yates Center a short time before moving to Howard. Montgomery lived in Elk County most of his life and was a mechanic in the B & B Department of Santa Fe Railroad at the time of his death.
He attended St Mary's Catholic church in Moline.
Survivors include his wife, of the home, three sons, Christopher Montgomery of Pittsburg and Daniel and Justin Montgomery of the home; a brother, Gary Montgomery, of Del Rio, Texas, and three sisters, Ruth Stewart of Tyro, Mary Goldwater of Wichita, and Lois Morgan of Winfield.
The Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, and Mass will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, both at St. Mary's Catholic church in Moline. Father David O'Leary will officiate. Casketbearers will be Marlin Baumgartel, Carl Garison, Larry Gragg, Larry Gallardo, Gary Gillum, Jim Harrington, Bill Redmond and Jim Wiseman. Honorary casketbearers will be Robert McKenzie, Doc Swaney and Randy Wiseman.
Military graveside services will be conducted by Carter-Radar Post No. 149 of Howard in Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Moline.
The Dale Montgomery Memorial has been established for his family, with the Howard State Bank. Contributions can be left at Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard.
MRS. HELEN M. MONTGOMERY - Submitted by L. Morgan
HOWARD-- Helen Mae Montgomery, 72, a former resident of Howard, died Saturday at the Riverview Nursing Home in Oxford.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard. Officiating will be Rev. Ron Bumstead. pastor of the United Methodist Church, with burial in the Grace Lawn cemetery at Howard.
A memorial had been established with the American Cancer Society.
Mrs. Montgomery was born Aug. 13, 1916, at Arborville,York County, Nebraska. On October 16, 1919, she came to live with Leroy and Blanche (Hendricks) Hutton, and was raised in the Bennet, NE community, graduating from high school there in 1934.
She attended National Business Institute in Lincoln, NE for one year before moving to Washington, D. C., in 1941, where she worked for the government during World War II.
On January 9, 1944, at Howard, she married Richard L. Montgomery. He died in 1976.
Mrs. Montgomery was a member of the Howard United Methodist church, and a member of the American Legion auxiliary of Carter-Rader Post 149 of Howard.
Survivors include two sons, Gary of Del Rio, Texas and Dale of Howard; three daughters, Ruth Stewart of Tyro, Mary Goldwater of Wichita, and Lois Morgan of Winfield; one brother, Ralph House of Oroville, Wash.; and two sisters, Blanche Clark of San Bernadino, CA and Ruth Pritchard of Ravenna, NE. Thirteen grandchildren also survive.
MR. RICHARD L. MONTGOMERY - Submitted by L. Morgan
HOWARD-- Richard L. Montgomery, 62, longtime local resident, died Saturday in the Twilight Manor Nursing Home here.
Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Spurrier Funeral Home with Rev. Roy L. Brown of the Methodist Church presiding. Burial will be in Grace Lawn cemetery with military graveside services. Memorials are asked for the American Cancer Society and can be left at both Howard banks.
Richard L. Montgomery was born in Jireh, Wyo. Dec. 23, 1913, the son of Frank and Beulah (Hutton) Montgomery. He came to Howard as a child and had lived here most of his life. On Jan. 9, 1944 at Howard, he was married to Helen Hutton, who survives at the home.
He was a veteran of World War II, USA, a member of Sunflower grange, the Grenola VFW, Methodist Church and Howard American Legion.
Surviving other than the wife are: the mother, Beulah, who is in Twilight manor; two sons, Gary of Austin, Tex. and Dale of Howard; three daughters, Mrs. Ruth Stewart, Coffeyville, Mrs. Mary Goldwater, Wichita and Mrs. Lois Morgan, Winfield. Ten grandchildren also survive.
MRS. ARDIS N. MOORE - Submitted by Bonnie Mustoe
Ardis Nadine Moore, 90, of Hutchinson, Kansas and formerly of Longton, Kansas, died Friday, March 7, 2008 at Hospice House in Hutchinson. She was born January 3, 1918 in Elk City, Kansas, the daughter of William Herman Cox Sr. and Ethel Belle Dickerman. She graduated from Elk City High School and Independence Junior College. Ardis taught rural school for a few years after college.
On June 15, 1940, Ardis was united in marriage to Everett L. Moore. They were married for 49 years until his death on September 3, 1999. Ardis was a homemaker and active community volunteer. She was a member of the Longton United Methodist Church, Order of the Eastern Star, Longton Outlook Club, Women's Bible Study, Friendly Fourteen Club, Bridge Club, and Longton Senior Center.
Ardis is survived by one son, Kim and his wife Cindy of Hutchinson, Kansas; three grandchildren, Carrie Moore Grieme of Ashland, Illinois, Michael Moore of Omaha, Nebraska, and Amanda Moore Keller of Wichita, Kansas; one brother, Bill Cox of Redlands, California; one sister-in-law, Lola Mae Cox of Belle Plaine, Kansas; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Everett, an infant daughter Kathy Ann, and one brother, Warren Cox.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, 2008, at the Longton United Methodist Church with Rev. Pat Ault-Duell officiating. Interment wll follow at the Longton Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Longton United Methodist Church or the Longton Senior Center and can be mailed to Countryside Funeral Home, P.O. Box 247, Fredonia, KS 66736. Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com Arrangements are being handled by Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard, Kansas.(From the Countryside Funeral Home website)
MRS. BESSIE RUTHIE MOORE
Bessie Ruthie Moore passed away Saturday, January 1, 1994 at the William Newton Memorial Hospital in Winfield. She was 69 years of age. Ruth, as she was knwon, was born on February 13, 1924 at Howard to 0. Samuel and Jessie Eva (Draper) Branaby. She grew to womanhood in the Longton community and graduated from Longton High School in 1942.
On April 8, 1944, she married Howard Wesley Moore at Fredonia and to this union were born a daughter, Judy, and a son Darrel. In their early years of marriage, Ruth and Howard lived and worked on a ranch near Howard. After several years of working in pipeline construction, they bought a backhoe business in 1962, and resided in Grenola. Ruth worked as a Licensed Mental Health Technician at the Winfield State Hospital, until her rttirement in 1988.
She loved to spend time with her family, and was a 4-H leader for several years. Ruth was active in the Grenola Community Club and helped cook for the annual bean feed.
She is survived by her husband, Howard W. Moore, a son Darrel W. Moore and his wife Beth, a daughter Judy Perrigo and her husband, Jack, all of Grenola, three brothers, Ike Barnaby of Clovis, N.M., Glenn Barnaby of Longton and Jim Barnaby of Barnsdall, OK., two sisters, Millie Bryant of Independence, and Marie Marshall of Neodesha, five granchildren; Brian Perrigo of Winfield, Brant Perrigo of Joplin, Kristy Perrigo of Grenola, and Allen Moore and Scott Moore, both of Winfield, one great granddaughter, Shelby Dawn, several nieces and nephews, and a host of friends. Ruth was preceded in death by two brothers, Bill and George Barnaby, and three sisters, Mabel Shanks, Goldie Jontra, and Anabelle Hogan.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, January 5, 1994 at the Grenola Christian Church with Rev. Wallace Wartick and Brant Perrigo officiating. Mrs. Judy Wolfe was the organist with Jack and Judy Perrigo singing “One Day At A Time” and Judy Perrigo singing “Wind Deneath My Wings.” The casket bearers were Eugene Clark, Allen Moore, John Moore, Scott Moore, Brant Perrigo, and Brain Perrigo. The honorary casket bearers were Bill Barnaby, Eddie Barnaby, Lawrence Jontra, Charles Pickell, Bill Rader, and Jerry Shanks. Interment was held in Greenlawn Cemetery at Grenola. A memorial has bëën established with the Greenlawn Cemetery Maintenance Fund. Contributions can be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. CARL W. MOORE
Carl Walker Moore, 79, a retired dairy farmer from rural Longton, died Sunday morning, Jan. 16, 2011, at the Fredonia Regional Hospital. He had been in failing health the past five years.
Services were held at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 19, at the Longton Cemetery. Memorials may be left to the Longton Senior Citizens Center.
Carl was born to Emory and Margery (Smallwood) Moore on April 25, 1931, at Tonkawa, Okla. He graduated from Longton High School in 1948. Carl served in the United States Navy from 1951 to 1955.
Survivors include two brothers, Raymond of Linn Valley Kan., and Randy of Longton; a sister, Beverly Crowell of Oswego Kan., and several nephews and nieces.
MR. GLEN V. MOORE
CEDAR VALE — Glen V. Moore, 82, longtime resident of Cedar Vale, died Sept. 10, 1995, at Cedar Vale Nursing Center.
Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday in Greenlawn Cemetery, Grenola.
A memorial has been established with Cedar Vale Nursing Center. Wheeler Funeral Home, Cedar Vale, is in charge of arrangements.
Moore was born March 21, 1913, in Grenola, the son of Allen and Kate (Kyser) Moore. He lived in Grenola and Burden before moving to Cedar Vale in 1964.
Survivors include a brother, Loel Moore, Winfield, and a sister, Ruby Bohannan, Wichita.
MRS. GRACE L. MOORE
Grace Lowry Moore passed away Saturday, October 1, 1994 at the Wesley Medical Center in Wichita. She was 75 years of age. Grace was born February 13, 1919 at Denver, CO. to John Niles and Hulda Louise (Chambers) Ludlow. At an early age, Grace moved with her family to Central City, CO., where she attended school and grew to womanhood.
On April 27, 1940, she married Marion Wesley Lowry at Independence and to this union were born two Sons and three daughters. They lived a few years in Independence before moving to Moline, where they made their home. Grace was a devoted wife and mother, who dedicated her life to caring for her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marion, on December 13, 1969.
Grace married John Thomas "Tom" Moore on August 27, 1971 and moved to the MK&O ranch south of Grenola. She returned to the Moline community after Tom’s death in 1981.
She was a member of the Ladonia Chapter #243, Order of the Eastern Star at Elk Falls, and the Moline United Methodist Church. Grace was also a member of the Rural Letter Carriers Auxiliary, and the American Legion Auxiliary, Sew and Sew Club, Forty and Eight Auxiliary, and the Mother’s Club, all of Moline.
She is survived by a son Gerald Scott of Winfield, three daughters Shirley Alice Morgan of Wichita, Linda Sue Jonasson of Lenexa and Mary Lou Hogan of Independence, three stepdaughters Lois Bell of El Dorado, Delores Ware of Colorado Springs, CO. and Cheryl Jordan of Winfield, a brother Charlie “Bud” Ludlow of Central City, CO., fourteen grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Marion W. Lowry and her husband Tom Moore, her son John W. Lowry, her parents, three brothers and three sisters.
Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 5, 1994 at the Moline United Methodist Church with Rev. Larry Bowyer officiating.. Mrs. Wanda Mills was the organist with. Alan Rousselle singing “On Eagle Wings” and “Precious Memories.” The casket bearers were David Brace, Dennis Hogan, Jim Hogan, Torn Mills, Roger Patteson and Harold Sheel. Interment was held in the Moline Cemetery.
Memorials have been established with the Moline United Methodist Church and the Mercy Hospital Transportation Service, 800 W. Myrtle, Independence, KS 67301.
Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MS HAZEL F. MOORE - Submitted by Kyle M. Condon
Obit: Hazel Fern Moore, age 100, a longtime resident of Howard, Kansas passed away on January 1, 2010. Hazel was born on August 12, 1909 in Piedmont, Kansas the daughter of Oliver Austin and Daisy Mae (Stone) Moore.
Hazel began her teaching career at Star School and continued for 37 years at schools in Elk County. During this time she and her mother raised three cousins and two nieces after the death of their parents. Hazel was a member of the Howard United Methodist Church. For years Hazel was in charge of the nursery at Sunday School.
Hazel is survived by two nieces Carolyn Houser of Sherman Oaks, California, and Joyce Houser-Ferkovich and her husband Al Ferkovich of Shoreline, Washington; cousins Bob Greenwood and his wife Barbara of Howard, Kansas and Naomi Hinkle of Valley Center, Kansas and her children Gayle Covey and family, Kim Harrison and family and Scott Hinkle and family. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister Mildred Moore Houser.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, January 4, 2010 at Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard, Kansas with Pastor Charles Cryderman officiating. Visitation will be Sunday from 3 to 5 PM at the funeral home. Interment will be at Grace Lawn Cemetery. Family suggests contributions to the Howard United Methodist Church or the Howard Twilight Manor and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas.
MR. HOWARD W. MOORE
GRENOLA — Howard Wesley Moore, 69, of Grenola, backhoe business operator and construction worker, died May 7, 1995, in William Newton Memorial Hospital, Winfield.
Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Grenola Christian Church. The Rev. Robert Todd will officiate. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Grenola.
Judy Wolfe will be the organist. Brant Perrigo, Michelle Perrigo, Jana Perrigo, Kristy Perrigo and Judy Perrigo will be vocalists. Honorary casket bearers will he Gene Inman, Lawrence Jontra, Donnie MacCready, Charles Pickell, Bill Rader and Bill Warden. Casket bearers will he Brian Perrigo, Brant Perrigo, Allen Moore, Scott Moore, Wade Crain and Eugene Clark.
A memorial has been established with the Greenlawn Cemetery Maintenance Fund. Contributions may he left with Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard, which has charge of arrangements.
Moore was born July 27, 1925, at the Eagle Head Ranch near Grenola, the son of Scott B. and Mary Elizabeth (Arhucklc) Moore. He attended Grenola High School. He married Bessic Ruthie Barnaby April 8, 1944, in Fredonia. In the early years of their marriage, he worked on a ranch near Howard.
He then spent several years working in pipeline construction, and they lived throughout several states. In 1962, they purchased a backhoe business and lived their remaining years in Grenola. She died Jan. 1, 1994.
He was a 4-H community leader and an active member of the Grenola Community Club. He was a former member of the Grenola Christian Church and a longtime member of the Odd Fellows Lodge.
Survivors include a son, Darrell Moore, Grenola; a daughtcr, Judy Perrigo, Grenola; a brother, J.O. Moore, Wynona, Okla.; a sister, Neomie Clark, Eureka: five grandchildren and a great-granddaughter.
MR. JAMES MOORE - Submitted by L. Morgan
DEATH OF A PIONEER
James Moore, an early settler of Union Center township, died at his home in Piedmont Tuesday. He was very old, well up in the nineties, but had been able to be around most of the time until recently. He was in Howard at the reunion of the Moore families last summer.
The funeral will be at Piedmont today.--Thursday at 2:30.
Howard Courant Thursday, November 17, 1927
DEATH OF JAMES MOORE
James Moore, better known as Uncle Jim or Grandpa Moore passed away Tuesday of last week at his home in Piedmont. He was a very aged man being 98 years old but still quite active. He will be greatly missed by all since he had been with us for so long a time. His parents were also very aged. His father reached 100 years, his mother 99 years of age. Grandpa came and built his home south of Piedmont before even a railroad was known, where the city of Piedmont is now built. He drove oxen to Fall River to get a sack of corn ground and often drove 60 miles to get lumber to build his home. He had many experiences we will never have for ourselves since he was an early settler of Kansas. The Indians used to pass through his place everyday. His seven children were all present for the funeral and 29 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren are left to mourn his death.
The relatives from distant towns attending the funeral were: Mr. Alpheus Moore of Thomas, Oklahoma; Mr. and Mrs. Purl Honstead and two children of Dighton, Kansas; Mr. Rufus Moore of Larkinburg, Kansas; Mrs. Olga Jenkins and daughter of Springfield, Missouri, Mrs. Stella Yarbrough of Blackwell, Oklahoma; Mrs. Daisy Moore and Mildred and Hazel Moore of Pittsburg, Kansas; Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Murrey of Leon, Kansas; Mr. and Mrs. Allen Moore, Viola, Marie and Cecil Allen Richardson of Beaumont, Kansas and Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Love and daughter of Udall, Kansas. There were many relatives from Severy and Howard and near towns.
The funeral services were held in the Christian church by the Methodist and Christian minister. Burial in the Piedmont cemetery.
MRS. MARGARET E. MOORE
MOLINE, Kan. - Margaret Elizabeth Moore, 78, of Moline, died Monday, Jan. 10, 2005, at the Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita.
She was born Aug. 31, 1926 in Boulanger, Okla., to George and Mamie Kirchner. She marned Paul Monroe Moore. She was a homemaker all of her life, and a member of the Chautauqua Southern Baptist Church in Chautauqua, Kan.
Survivors include her husband, Paul Moore, of the home in Moline; six sons, Jim Moore, Sedan, Kan., Lester Moore, Moline, Kan., Howard Wayne Moore, Kempner, Texas, Alvin Moore, Moline, Kan., Gerald Moore, Independence, Kan. and Norman Moore, Alton, Okla.; one brother, Jim Kirchner, Sedan, Kan.; 29 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Paul Earl Moore, and three brothers, Chad, Fredrick and Ralph Kirchner.
Her funeral service was held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Jan 14, at the Chautauqua Southern Baptist Church with Rev. Walter Damell officiating. Interment was at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Chautauqua.
Arrangements were under the care of Penwell-Gabel Graves Chapel of Caney.
MR. PAUL E. MOORE
Paul E. Moore, age 99, a life-long resident of Howard, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 11, 2010.
Paul was born on June 26,1911 in Howard, the son of George Henry and Mary Mae (Brillhart) Moore.
On Nov. 15, 1936 Paul was united in marriage to Izola Rarick in Howard. He started farming with his father during the Great Depression and continued maintaining the family farm until 2003. Paul was a charter member of the Howard United Methodist Church. He also served as chairman as an Elk County Commissioner.
He is survived by his loving wife of 73 years Izola Moore of Howard; one daughter Paula Pearson and husband Richard of Derby, Kan.; two sons Pat Moore of Overland Park, Kan., and Doug Moore of Howard; five grandchildren: Chad Pearson, Shay Biron, Tasha Cook, Emily Alexander and Garrett Moore, and six great-grandchildren: Satchel Biron, Chloe Biron, Linen Biron, Camryn Cook, Holden Cook and Sutton Cook and many extended family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters and one brother.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at the Howard United Methodist Church. Interment followed at Grace Lawn Cemetery.
Family suggests memorial contributions be made to either the Howard United Methodist Church or Howard Twilight Manor and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysidefh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard.
MR. PAUL E. MOORE
Paul Earl Moore, age 53, of Chautauqua, Kansas, died Friday, December 29, 2000. He was born August 1, 1947 in Cedar Vale, Kansas to Paul Munroe and Margaret (Kirchner) Moore. He grew up in Elgin, KS and attended school in the Peru area.
In 1966, Earl entered the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1968. He and Crystal Teague were married in 1969 in Sedan, KS. He was employed by the Floyd Mills Ranch for five years and then for Groendyke Transport from 1975 to 1989. He then worked for the Road & Bridge Department of Chautauqua County from 1991 until his death.
Earl was a member of the Sedan Roundup Club, Kansas Old Timers' Association and the Kansas Invitational Old Timers' Association. His hobbies included hunting, team roping, horseback riding with his granddaughter and fishing with his two grandsons.
Survivors include his wife, Criss, of the home, one son, Travis E. Moore, Sedan, KS, one daughter, Tammy E. Jones and her husband,Michael, Sedan KS, three grandchildren, Casie, Garrett and Andrew Jones, Sedan, KS, parents Paul and Margaret Moore, Chautauqua, KS, six brothers, Jim, Sedan, KS, Lester, Moline, KS, Wayne, Kempner, TX, Alvin, Coffeyville, KS, Gerald, Ft. Bragg, NC and Norman, Alton, KS.
Visitation hours will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 3, 2001, at the Graves Memorial Chapel in Caney, KS. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 4, 2001, at the Graves Memorial Chapel in Caney with the Reverend Fred Von Moss of the Cardin Baptist Church in Cardin, OK officiating. Burial will follow with military rites in the Oak Hill Cemetery in Chautauqua, KS.
The family suggests a memorial to the Paul Earl Moore Memorial Fund and can be made at the Bank of Sedan in Sedan, KS or at the Graves Funeral Home at Caney.
Arrangements are being handled by Graves Funeral Home in Caney, KS.
MR. ROBERT MOORE - Submitted by Kyle Condon
Robert Moore was born in Tyrone county, Ireland, March 13, 1833. September 12, 1854, he was married to Christiana Moore who died August 29, 1899. He came to the United States in December, 1854, locating first in Ohio. In 1868 he came to Leavenworth, Kansas and in 1872 he removed to Elk county where he resided until his death, which occurred February 21, 1910 at six o'clock a.m.
Before he left his native land he made a profession of faith and united with the Presbyterian church, uniting with the same denomination in Ohio. A few years after coming here he helped to organize and build the United Presbyterian church the first church in Howard, in which he held membership as long as it existed.
About eight years ago he became afflicted with the dreaded disease, cancer. His suffering was intense most of the time, but he seldom complained and never made any unnecessary trouble, patiently trusting and waiting for the summons to come. He was the father of seven children, three of whom died in childhood. He leaves two daughters, Mrs. T. M. Carter and Mrs. W. P. Heisler, two sons, Robert and John and a daughter-in-law who lived with and cared for him in his sufferings, 10 grandchildren, 1 great grand child, 2 brothers and a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn his death. The funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church Tuesday afternoon conducted by the pastor, Rev. J. E. Deggendorf, and the remains were interred in Grace Lawn cemetery. Prairie Star - September 23, 2009
MRS. ROXIO A. MOORE
Roxio A. Moore, 100, formerly of Burden and Cambridge, passed away Tuesday evening, Sept. 15, 2009, at the Riverview Manor in Oxford.
Roxie was born Aug. 14, 1909, to Sallie (Jessee) and James Wheeler at their home in rural Rock. She attended Green Valley School in rural Rock, and graduated from Central Commercial College in Winfield with a major in business.
She and Harvey L. Moore married Feb. 11, 1940, in Rock. The couple moved to rural Cambridge where they farmed and raised Angus cattle until their move to Burden in 1973. Harvey preceded her in death in 1985. Roxie has lived in nursing facilities since 2003.
Roxie recently celebrated her 100th birthday at Riverview Manor with friends, family and a shower of cards from well-wishers.
In addition to farming and ranching, Roxie worked in many business offices throughout her career. She retired from Cowley County ASCS office in the mid 1970's.
She was a member of the Burden United Methodist Church and Cambridge Extension Home Unit. She was a faithful 4-H supporter. Her hobbies included gardening, sewing, cooking and crafts.
Her family includes: her son, Harvey L. Moore, Jr. of Cambridge; her brother, James Wheeler and his wife Leta Beth of Rock; her sister, Catherine Grigg of Louisville, Ky.; her grandchildren, Bart Moore and his wife Lauree of Mt. Hope, Kan. and Ryan Moore of Wichita; her great-grandchildren, Gavin of San Marcos, Calif., Conner and Quinn of Mt. Hope. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her brother, David L. Wheeler.
Funeral services were held Sept. 18, at 10 a.m. at the Burden United Methodist Church. Interment took place at the Burden Cemetery.
A memorial has been established in Roxie's name for the Burden United Methodist Church. Contributions may be sent to the church at P.O. Box 172, Burden, KS 67019 or Miles Funeral Service, P.O. Box 720, Winfield, KS 67156. Online condolences may be made at www.milesfuneralservice.com.
MR. PAT MORAN - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Pat Moran Found Dead
Howard, Kan., Jan. 14---Pat Moran was found dead three miles south of town Sunday.
Mr. Moran was of Irish decent, about 55 years old and worked in the country most of the time. Friday evening he was arrested and put in the cooler over night, charges with being drunk.
Saturday the police Judge dismissed him, by his giving his word and honor that he would go back to his work. He started but before leaving went to the depot and got three quarts of whisky and no more was heard of him until he was found dead. He has no relatives so far as known at present. TOPEKA STATE JOURNAL.
MR. JAMES MORELAND
James K. Moreland, the son of Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Moreland, was born December 24, 1889, near Grenola, Kansas. Departed this life February 12, 1929, at the age of 40 years, one month and 19 days, after three days illness, of pneumonia. He had lived until the past seven years in Chautauqua county, and since that time in Ponca City, Oklahoma.
He was married July 5, 1922, to Lida May Sharp at Bartlesville, Okla. To their union two daughters were born: Floreine age 6, and Lucille age 3. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife and two children, father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Moreland of Sedan; four brothers, Ira of Blackwell, Oklahoma, Walter of Oklahoma City, Lander of Peru, and Ernest of Sedan; two sisters Mrs. Daisy Kelley of Ponca City, and Mrs. Jessie Jones of Sedan. Besides a host of other relatives and friends.
Interment was at Ponca City Thursday, February 14, at 10;30 o'clock.
Dearest brother thy hast left us;
Here your loss we deeply feel;
It is God who has bereft us;
He can all our sorrows shield.
MR. ELIAS L. MORGAN - Submitted by L. Morgan
Elias L. Morgan, 80, retired farmer, died Thursday (March 06, 1986) at his home in Howard. He was born July 20, 1905, on a farm northeast of Howard to Joseph and Annie (McConihey) Morgan.
He attended Howard elementary school and graduated from Howard High School in 1924. On Dec. 25, 1930, he married Hazel Louise Story at Howard. He owned and operated a farm until his retirement in 1970.
Mr. Morgan is survived by his wife, Hazel, of the home; two sons, Curtis and Carl, both of Howard, one daughter, Virginia Tompkins, Scottsdale, Ariz; a step-daughter, Jane Webster of Wichita, four sisters, Mabel Timmons of Coldwater, Kans. Josephine Karback, Arlington, Texas, Florence Andrews, Oakland, Oregon and Gladys Denton, Howard; 12 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Graveside services will be at 4 p.m. Saturday at Grace Lawn Cemetery in Howard with Bernard Smith officiating.
A memorial has been established with the American Heart Association. Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard is in charge of the arrangements.
MRS. ESTHER M. MORGAN - Submitted by L. Morgan
HOWARD- Esther M. Morgan, 97, homemaker, died July 6, 1998, at Howard Twilight Manor.
Services will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday in Grace Lawn Cemetery. Robin Haines will officiate.
A memorial has been established with the American Cancer Society. Contributions can be left at Zimmerman Funeral Home.
Morgan was born May 1, 1901, in Altamont, Ill., to Alfred Franklin and Lillian (Saunders) Wucherpfening. She attended school in Illinois until moving with her family to Parsons during her early teen years.
On Aug. 23, 1925, she married Wilbert Walter Morgan at Topeka, and they farmed northeast of Howard. Her husband died Dec. 1, 1989.
Morgan was a longtime member of the Antioch Church. After that church closed, she transferred her membership to the Howard United Methodist church. She was active in the Ladies Aid Society for many years.
Survivors include her three sons, Robert Morgan and Francis Morgan, both of Howard, and Donald Morgan, Arma, two grandchildren and one step- grandchild.
MRS. HAZEL L. MORGANL. Morgan
HOWARD — Hazel Louise Morgan, 89, died Sept. 23, 1995, at Howard Twilight Manor. Services were 11 a.m., today in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Howard. The Rev. Robin Haines officiated, and Louise Morgan sang “Amazing Grace.”
A memorial has been established with Howard Twilight Manor. Contributions may be left with Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard.
Morgan was born May 24, 1906, in Indian territory near Renfrow, Okla., the daughter of George M. and Eva L. (Williams) Story. She attended rural schools in Oklahoma and graduated from Gage High School in 1925. After completing normal training at Woodward, Okla., she taught school near Gage for several year and was employed by Bell Telephone Co. in Wichita before moving to Elk County.
She married Elias Lawrence Morgan Dec. 25, 1930, in Howard. They Farmed northeast of Howard until 1970 when they retired an moved to town. He died March 6, 1986.
Morgan served as a 4-H project leader for many years and was member of the Loyal Lima Horn Demonstration Unit and Jolly Neighbors Quilting Club.
Survivors include two sons Curtis Morgan and Carl Morgan both of Howard: two daughters Virginia Tompkins, Scottsdale Ariz., and Jean Webster, Wichita 12 grandchildren, 19 great-grand children and two great-great grandchildren.
MASTER JEFFERY A. MORGAN - Submitted by L. Morgan
Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday morning, July 9, in the chapel of Spurrier-Watt Funeral Home, Howard, for Jeffery Allen Morgan, four year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Morgan of this city. Services were conducted by the Russell Money, pastor of the First Christian Church of Eureka. Interment was in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Howard.
Jeffery died Saturday afternoon, July 6, in Greenwood County Hospital at Eureka, from injuries received in an automobile accident involving the Morgan family Tuesday night, July 2, as they were returning from a ballgame at Atlanta.
Jeffery was born June 8, 1959, at Winfield. Surviving in addition to the parents and sister, Jennifer, are the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Hinkle, Howard; the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Elias Morgan, rural Howard; the maternal great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Verne Adams, Howard.
MR. JOHN MORGAN - Submitted by L. Morgan
John Morgan Dead
John Morgan who has been ill at his home in the north part of Severy for the past month, died this morning at 6 o'clock.
Funeral arrangements have not been made, but the funeral will probably be held at the U. B. church sometime tomorrow, (Friday - Severy.
John Morgan lived for may years in Paw Paw townsip and was one of the very best men in Elk county. One of his sons, Bert Morgan is mail carrier on Route 5, out of this city.
MR. JOHN T. MORGAN - Submitted by L. Morgan
John Theophilus Morgan, son of William H. and Mary E. Morgan, was born in Hocking county, Ohio, December 10, 1867. When a boy he came with his parents to Labette and later to Elk County, Kansas, where he grew to manhood in the Antioch community and lived the remainder of his life.
On February 27, 1895, he was united in marriage to Miss Lulu Walter, also of this community, and to this union was born one son, Wilbert.
He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Lulu Morgan; his son, Wilbert Morgan, who resides in this community; and three grandsons. He is also survived by one brother, Dave Morgan, of Howard, Kansas, and a number of other relatives and many, many friends. Two brothers, Bert and Fred, and one sister, Mary E. Small, preceeded him in death.
When he was a boy he was converted at the old Antioch school house in a revival meeting conducted by Bro. Wm. Simons, who later officiated at his marriage in the home of his father and mother, William and Mary Morgan. On July 4, 1886, as a young man of 19, he and his young bride were received into the membership of the Antioch church by Bro. John MacLean.
Mr. Morgan passed away early Thursday morning, July 27th, in the same home where he and Mrs. Morgan had lived for fifty-five years. The last words which his wife heard him speak were the words of the 28th chapter of the Acts of the Apostles from the Holy Scriptures which he read the morning he was taken ill.
Funeral services were held at the Antionch church at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, July 30th, conducted by the pastor, Rev. P.L. Mitchell. The Antioch choir sang favorite hymns. The casket bearers were Ray Dellinger, Donald Sexton, Harry Cummins, Will Heater, Ralph Cummins, and Louis Deeds. Burial was in Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard.
MR. JOSEPH W. MORGAN - Submitted by L. Morgan
Joseph Wilbert Morgan, son of Wm. H. and Mary Ann Morgan, was born in Labette county, Kansas, August 16, 1875, and passed away at Newton Memorial hospital, Winfield, Kansas, at 5:25 p.m., June 11, 1947, age 71 years, nine months and 25 days.
In 1880, he moved with his parents to near Fiat, Kansas, where he resided until 1895, when on October 23rd of that year he was united in marriage to Annie McConihey and they have made their home in and around Howard all of their married life. To this union seven children were born. One infant daughter having preceeded him in death, he leaves to mourn his going, besides the wife, six children, four daughters and two sons. The daughters, Mrs. Mable B. Timmons of Coldwater, Kansas; Mrs. Gladys V. Denton of Howard; Mrs. Florence M. Andrews of Somona, California, and Mrs. Josephine M. Karbach of Arlington, Texas. The sons, Wm. M., of Winfield, Kansas and Elias L. Morgan of Howard. Two brothers survive, John T. and David B., both of Howard; one brother and one sister having preceeded him in death. Also he leaves seventeen grandchildren and two great grandchildren, several nieces and one nephew, many other relatives and a host of friends.
Mr. Morgan has been an active and successful farmer and citizen of Elk County and will be greatly missed by all who have known him and especially his many neighbors and friends of the Antioch community where has resided for a number of years.
Funeral services were held in the Methodist church in Howard at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, June 15, conducted by the pastor, Rev. C. F. Jenkins. The music was furnished by Mrs. Andrew Thompson, Mrs. H. C. Staley, W. G. Wright and Paul Moore, with Mrs. C. F. Jenkins accompanist. The pall bearers were Harry Webster, Kenneth Alliston, Dennis Crisp, James Hawkins, Marion Stewart and Robert Dobson. Burial was in Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard, Kansas.
MRS. LULU MORGAN - Submitted by L. Morgan
Lulu Walter, oldest daughter of P.F. and Elizabeth (Swim) Walter was born December 17, 1873, near Mt. Ayr, Iowa. The family moved to Kansas when she was nine years old and settled on a farm in the Antioch community, where she resided until her marriage on February 27, 1895 to John T. Morgan. To this union was born one son, Wilbert Walter Morgan.
They settled on the farm where she lived at the time of her death, August 9, 1957, at Newton Memorial hospital at Winfield, Kansas, at the age of 83, seven months, and 22 days.
Her husband preceeded her in death on July 27, 1950.
When a young girl she was converted and joined the Antioch church, where she was a faithful member and willing worker in the church and Sunday school, as long as her health permitted.
She was preceded in death by her father, mother, and four brothers, Alfred, Howard, Clyde, and Dale (Dale was a half-brother). She is survived by her son, Wilbert, and wife, three grandsons, Robert, Don, of the home, and Francis of Camp Chaffee, Arkansas, and one sister, Minnie Shannon of Cotter, Arkansas, one half-brother, Lee Walter of Chautauqua, Kansas, a sister-in-law, Rachel Walter of Zenda, Kansas; a brother-in-law, Dave Morgan, several nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.
MRS. MARY A. MORGAN - Submitted by L. Morgan
Mary (Eisley) Morgan
Mary Ann Eisley, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Eisley, was born in Hocking county, Ohio, July 1, 1844 and departed this life January 11, 1929, aged 84 years, 6 months, and 10 days.
She was united in marriage to W. H. Morgan at Middlefork, Ohio, August 20, 1865. They were the parents of five children: Elizabeth Small, who departed this life June 18, 1921; J. T. Morgan of Howard; W. F. Morgan of Pomona, California; J. W. and D. B. Morgan of Howard. She had four sisters and three brothers, and of whom have passed on before. There are also twelve grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren living and one little granddaughter in heaven.
Mr. and Mrs. Morgan moved from Ohio to Labette county, Kansas in 1872, coming from there to the farm north of Howard in 1880, where they lived until moving to Howard in 1901. Here she lived with her husband who survives her until her life journey ended. Thus it will be seen that they were married nearly 64 years.
Sister Morgan was converted at the age of eighteen and united with the Methodist Episcopal church of which she was a faithful member to the last. After she was unable to attend the Sunday worship she would sit and read the word of God while the rest of the family would attend the church services. Her home, especially when they were still on the farm, was the stopping place of many minister, especially those younger men who were on the Howard circuit among whom was our present district superintendent, Dr. R. E. MacLean.
She was not only a kind and loving mother to her own family, but for more than a year she cared for a small nephew who was in very delicate health, but who was restored to health through her constant care. Later on she took two nieces, Mrs. A. C. Walter and Miss Viola Bobzien into her home and loving heart. Miss Bobzien lived in the home and cared for her in her old age and last sickness.
Mrs. Morgan always talked freely of her Christian life and her hope of the heavenly home and though in these later years, she has always been anxious to go, she would always say, "God's will, not mine."
Funeral services were held at the Methodist church, Sunday afternoon, January 13, 1929, conducted by Rev. E. E. Satterlee, pastor, and burial at Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard.
MR. MERRILL MORGAN - Submitted by L. Morgan
Merrill Morgan was born in LaFayette county, Indiana, on the 23d day of June, 1840. He came to Iowa with his parents at the age of two years and settled in Davis Co., and lived there until the Civil War broke out. He stayed on the farm until twenty=two years of age when he enlisted in the civil war in August 1862. His regiment was the Third Iowa Cavalry, Co. D, mustered out of the service in 1865, came home to Iowa and the family was broken up. His father had gone to Washington territory, three sisters being left near the old home. In the year of 1868 he was married to Mary Elizabeth Jones. To this union were born eight children, four sons and four daughter. Oldest son, W. A. Morgan of Red Rock, Kola., and youngest son, M. H. of Victoria, B.C., N. H. Morgan, J. W. Worgan, Etta Dershem, Bessie Morgan, Berthat Biddinger, Alta Morgan, all of Howard.
In 1880 Mr. Morgan moved with his family to Kansas near Howard, and lived there until Feb. 8th 1910, then moved to Howard, where he lived until his death which occurred Tuesday morning, June 27 at five a.m., age 71 years 4 days. Early in life he united with the Christian church in Floris, Iowa. In October, 1908 he united with the Congregational church at Lima. Over two ears ago he was stricken with paralysis, and never was able to walk or help himself since. In the time of his illness he was a patient sufferer till the end came. He was a member of the E. M. Stanton Post, G.A.R. His funeral services were conducted by Rev. S. N. Fear at the Christian church in Howard and the body was laid to rest in Grace Lawn cemetery. The sorrowing relatives and friends have the sympathy of all.
Dearest Father, still we love thee, - Tho' we see they form no more;
And we know that thow wilt greet us, - When we reach the other shore.
Robert L. Morgan
Robert L. "Bob" Morgan, age 81, of Howard, passed away Saturday, April 24, 2010 at the Eureka Nursing Center in Eureka.
He was born on June 9,1928 in Paw Paw Township in Elk County, the son of Wilbert Walter and Esther M. (Wucherpfenig) Morgan. Bob spent most of his life living on a farm eight miles northeast of Howard until moving to Howard in October 1994.
Bob attended Antioch country school, and served in the Korean War. After his Army discharge, he worked for Brown's Feed Store. Later he became employed by the Elk County Road Department, while being engaged in farming also. He enjoyed being outdoors, doing yard work and gardening.
He is survived by two brothers Don Morgan and Francis Morgan both of Howard, two nephews Dale Morgan of Dearing, and Jeff Balthus of Ponca City, Okla., and one niece Barbara Morgan of Howard.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents.
Graveside funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at Grace Lawn Cemetery in Howard with Pastor Robin Haines officiating.
Family suggests memorial contributions to Alzheimer's Association and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysidefh. com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard.
MRS. WILBERT W. MORGAN - Submitted by L. Morgan
FREDONIA- Wilbert Walter Morgan, 88, of Howard, died Dec. 1 at Fredonia Regional Hospital.
He was born Feb. 3, 1901, on a farm northeast of Howard, the son of John and Lulu (Walter) Morgan. He attended Elk County schols, graduating in 1921 from Howard High School.
On Aug. 23, 1925, he married Esther M. Wucherpfenig in Topeka. The couple farmed in Elk County.
Morgan was a member of Antioch Methodist Church and served on the Antioch school board for many years. He is survived by his wife of Howard, sons Robert and Francis Morgan of Howard and Donald Morgan of Winfield, two grandchildren and one step-grandchild.
Services will be at 11 a.m., Dec. 4 in Grace Lawn cemetery in Howard, under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. WILLIAM H. MORGAN - Submitted by L. Morgan
William H. Morgan
William Harrison Morgan was born in Harrison county, Ohio, May 17, 1843 and departed this life February 7, 1929, at the age of 85 years, 8 months, and 21 days.
When seven weeks old, he, with his parents, moved to Hocking county, Ohio, where he lived until grown.
He was united in marriage to Mary Ann Eisley at Middlefork, Ohio, August 20, 1865, who preceded him to her Heavenly home on January 11, 1929. Five children came to bless their home. One daughter, Mary Elizabeth Small, departed this life June 18, 1921; J. T. Morgan of Howard, W. F. Morgan of Pomona, California, J. W. Morgan and D. B. Morgan of Howard. Twelve grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren living and one little granddaughter in heaven. He is also survived by one brother, Joseph A. Morgan of Kimberly, Idaho, and Mrs. A. C. Walter and Miss Viola Bobzien, nieces of Mrs. Morgan, who were taken into their home when they were children, the latter remaining and caring for both Mr. and Mrs. Morgan in their old age. Both she and Mrs. Walter survive.
Mr. and Mrs. Morgan moved from Ohio to Labette county, Kansas in 1872, coming from there to the farm north of Howard in 1880, where they lived until moving to Howard in 1901. They lived together for nearly 64 years, being separated in death by only 27 days. He desired not to live longer but wished to join her on the other Shore.
He entered the Union army, October 7, 1861, enlisting in Company I, 58th Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry and was honorably discharged January 14, 1865. He was in the battle of Shiloh and the sieges of Corinth and Vicksburg.
Mr. Morgan was converted at the age of sixteen and united with the Methodist Episcopal church of which he was a faithful, loyal member to the end of life. Soon after coming to Elk county he with a few others organized a Sunday school at the Orr school house where he did effective work. Later the Sunday school was moved to the Antioch school house. This was the beginning of the Antioch church. His efforts in the Sunday school and church were untiring, serving constantly either as teacher or superintendent of the Sunday school, also as class leader and other offices of the church. He was always ready to help and assist the young ministers who served on the Howard circuit and a welcome always awaited them at his home and fireside.
As a husband, father, neighbor, friends, he was a true man, always ready to help and serve others. His children love and serve his memory. He will answer to the roll call no more, but has gone on to join the Army of the Redeemed.
Funeral services were held at the M. E. church at Howard, Saturday afternoon, February 9th, 1929, conducted by Rev. E. E. Satterlee, the pastor. Burial in Grace Lawn cemetery at Howard.
MR. WILLIAM M. MORGAN - Submitted by L. Morgan
William M. Morgan Dies At Santa Fe Hospital
William M. Morgan, 54, of 414 Harter, a Santa Fe employee died Saturday at 10:45 a.m. at the Santa Fe Hospital in Topeka. He had been in poor health for a year. He was truck supervisor for the Santa Fe between Winfield and Independence. Morgan retired from work when he entered the hospital last Sept. 3.
He was a member of Holy Name Catholic church from which place funeral rites will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. Father Thomas C. Glenn will officiate and interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery. Recitation of the rosary will be Tuesday at 7:30 at the Swisher Mortuary.
Morgan was born at Howard Dec. 18, 1898, and came from Howard to Winfield 11 years ago.
Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth C.; and four children, Mrs. F. A. McKulsky of Tucson, Ariz., Mrs Raymond Groene of Rock, David K. Morgan, in the navy stationed at San Diego, Calif., and J. W. Morgan of the home; his mother, Mrs. Anna Morgan of Howard; four grandchildren, four sisters, Mrs. Gladys Denton of Howard, Mrs. Florence Andrews of Sonoma, Calif., Mrs. Joseph Karbach of Arlington, Texas, Mrs. Mabel Timmons of Coldwater, and Elias Morgan of Howard.
(He was a grandson of William H. & Mary A. Morgan)
MRS. ALICE P. MORRIS - Submitted by Louise Havens
Alice Poole Morris died at 11:00 p.m., July 3, 1977, at her home in Howard, KS. She was born in Elk County, October 21, 1898. She was the daughter of John Franklin and Florence Poole. She lived all her life in the community of Howard.
On February 13, 1918, she was married to Edward James Morris, who preceded her in death on February 23, 1971. She was a member of the Christian Church and American Legion Auxiliary. She spent her life as a loving mother and wife.
She is survived by eight children: Mrs. Edith Shipman of Howard, KS, Mrs. Ruth Hedges of Severy, KS; Mr. Willard Morris of Winfield, KS; Mrs. Coretta Webster of Howard, KS; Mr. Eugene Morris of Covina, Calif.; Mr. Lewis Morris of Howard, KS; Mr. Chester Morris of Wichita, KS; and Mrs. Dorothy Goss of Wichita, KS. Twenty-two grandchildren and twenty great-grandchildren; cousins of the vicinity; two nieces of Howard, KS; and one nephew of Derby. She was also preceded in death by one granddaughter, one grandson, and one nephew.
Services were conducted in the Spurrier Funeral Home Chapel, Howard, KS, Wednesday, July 6, 1977 at 2:00 p.m. The Rev. Harry S. Justvig of the First Christian Church officiated. Music was presented by Mrs. Curtis Morgan, soloist and accompanied by Mrs. Robin Smith at the organ. Casket bearers were the grandsons. Concluding services and interment were in Grace Lawn Cemtery, Howard, KS.
MR. EDWARD J. MORRIS - Submitted by Louise Havens
OBITUARY - Edward James Morris died at William Newton Memorial Hospital in Winfield, KS Tuesday, February 23, 1971, where he had been a patient for five days.
He was born in Douglas County, Missouri, December 31, 1896. He moved with this parents to Greenwood County, Kansas, at the age of 15. Later the family moved to Elk County, where he spent most of this life in or near Howard engaged in farming.
On February 13, 1918, he was married to Alice Poole in Howard. He was a member of the Christian Church. Retiring in 1953, he and his wife moved into Howard, where he served as night watchman for 11 years.
Survivors, in addition to his widow of the home, are four sons, Willard of Winfield, Eugene of West Covina, California, Lewis of El Dorado and Chester of Wichita; four daughters, Mrs. Edith Shipman of Howard, Mrs. Ruth Hedges of Severy, Mrs. Coretta Webster of Howard and Mrs. Dorothy Goss of Wichita; two brothers, Virgil of Camp Creek, Alberta, Canada and Otha, Henton, Canada; Five sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Wiley of Vernon, B.C., Canada, Mrs. Jessie Rollens of Victoria, B.C., Canada, Mrs. Alberta Cole of Alberta, Canada, Mrs. Emma Des Georges of Salem, Oregon, and Mrs. Mary Morris, Salem Oregon; 22 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Services were conducted at the Spurrier Chapel, Howard, KS, Friday, February 26, at 2:30 p.m., with the Rev. Clarence Brooks of the First Christian Church officiating. Music was presented by Mrs. Curtis Morgan, soloist, accompanied by Mrs. Robin Smith at the organ. Casket bearers were Fern Brougher, Clem Portenier, John West, Lewis Chamberlain, Elgie Fickle and Clarence Lister. Concluding services and interment were in Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard.
MR. LEWIS G. MORRIS - Submitted by Louise Havens
Lewis Glenn Morris, 58, died June 3, 1991, at his home in Howard. Born July 4, 1932, near Howard, he was the son of Edward James and Alice (Poole) Morris. He attended rural Elk County schools at Wildcat and Bunker Hill and graduated from Piedmont High School in 1950. On March 23, 1956, he married Ruth Irene Lister at Howard.
Morris was employed by Beech Aircraft Co. in Wichita for many years, and the Morrises operated the Howard locker for several years. He served with the Navy during the Korean Conflict (1951-1955). The couple resided in El Dorado from 1962 until returning to Howard in 1974. Morris was a member of Carter-Rader American Legion Post 149 at Howard, Fred Priesley Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1174 at El Dorado, and the First Christian Church at Howard.
Survivors include his wife, of the home; two sons, Jon and Randy Morris, both of El Dorado; three brothers, Willard Morris of Winfield, Eugene Morris of Covina, Calif. and Chester Morris of Wichita; three sisters, Ruth Hedges of Severy, Coretta Webster of Howard and Dorothy Goss of Wichita; and three grandchildren.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Zimmerman Funeral Home, with interment in Grace Lawn Cemetery in Howard. The Rev. Robin Haines will officiate, and military grave side rites will be conducted by Carter-Rader Post 149. A memorial has been established with the American Heart Association.
MRS. BERTIE A. MORRILL
MRS. Bertie MORRILL RITES
Mrs. John (Bertie A.) Morrill, 78, died at 4:30 a. m., Tuesday, October 31, at Newton Memorial hospital at Winfield. Funeral services will be held Friday, November 3, 2:30 p.m., at the Grenola Methodist church. Burial will be in Greenlawn cemetery, Grenola. Watt Funeral Home, Moline, is in charge of arrangements.
MR. IVAN "IKE" MORSE
Services for Ivan R “Ike" Morse, 71, of Elk City, will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the Elk City Nazarene Church with the Rev. Terry Marta, pastor, officiating. Interment will he in Longton Cemetery with military graveside rites.
Friends may call at the Webb & Rodrick Funeral Home until 8 p.m. today, and from 8 am. until 9:30 a.m. Tuesday when the casket will be taken to the church. Memorials are suggested to the Elk City Nazarene Church.
Casketbearers will be Kevin and Brian Fowler, Vance and Nick Morse, Rusty Dye and Doug Burnett. Honorary casketbearers will be Josh, Bobby and Jimmy Morse, and Terry Michael and Jason Beiter.
Mr. Morse died Saturday at 9:07 a.m. at Mercy Hospital. He was born Jan. 19, 1925, at Howard, to Alphious and Sarah (Rutherford) Morse. He attended Howard schools, served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, and later engaged in the salvage business.
On Jan. 16, 1949, in Howard, he married Norma Penner and she survives.
Other survivors include four 3ons, Steve Morse, of Latham, Mark, Gordon and Rex Morse, all of Elk City; two daughters, Connie Dunham, Independence, and Teresa Fowler, Davenport, Iowa; a brother, Clyde "Bud" Morse, Brookfield, MO.; four sisters, Velda Sipes, Elkhart, Gertrude Comstock and Dora Lampton, both of Wichita, and Imogene McFadden, of Paris, Texas; nine grandchildren, one great-grandchild and four stepgrandchlldren.
MRS. ALMIRA F. MORTON
Almira Fraseur Morton, daughter of Montgomery and Sarah (Fraseur) was born near Tipton, Iowa, October 28, 1865, and departed this life at Elk Falls, Kansas, February 25, 1936, at the age of 79 years, 3 months and 27 days. She is survived by four sons, including Raymond and Paul of Elk Falls.
MRS. ESTHER I. MORTON
Esther I. Morton, 96, of 415 West First, Cherryvale, passed away at 9:57 a.m. Sunday, August 15, 1993, at Mercy Hospital in Independence.
Esther Irene Morton was born March 1, 1897, at Severy to George J. and Minnie (Giffin) Haas. She attended Severy schools.
On August 21, 1917, in Erie, she married John A, Morton and he preceeded her in death in 1960. The couple made their home on a farm near Fall River and also near Severy. In 1976, Mrs. Morton moved to Cherryvale.
Survivors include two sons, Pale Morton of Jacksonville, FL. and John Morton, Jr. of St. George Island, FL; a daughter Melba Tull of Cherryvale; six grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.
Graveside services were held Friday at 11 a.m. at the Southlawn Cemetery in Severy with (he Rev. Lex Fox, pastor of the First Baptist ch u rch of Cherryvale officiating.
MRS. GRACE MORTON
Mrs. R. G. (Grace) Morton, Memphis, Tennessee, a former Elk Falls resident, died Tuesday, November 14, in a hospital at Memphis. Mrs. Morton had been ill for about four months. She is survived by three sons, John and Roscoe of Louisiana, Richard of Mountain Home, Arkansas, and one daughter, Mrs. Jerry Wyatt, Memphis; one sister, Mrs. John Ransom, Elk Falls, and one brother, Fred A. Finley, Elk Falls.
Funeral services will be held Friday, November 17, 2:00 p. m., at the Methodist church in Elk Falls. Watt Funeral Home, Moline, has charge of arrangements.
MR. JOHN W. MORTON - Submitted by Dan Durbin
John Wesley Morton, son of A. P. and Lucetta Geesman, was born in the city of Tipton, Iowa, March 4, 1854, and departed this life in Elk Falls October 26, 1927, aged 72 years, 7 months and 22 days. He was educated in the public schools of his native city, and there grew to manhood. He taught several terms of school.
He married Miss Almira Frasure and while they were yet living in Tipton, to this union were born two daughters.
They then moved to Eureka, Kansas, where four sons were added to their family. Mr. Morton was actively engaged in business in Eureka about twenty-five years. He was a member of the school board a few years. In the spring of 1919 Mr. Morton and his family came to Elk Falls and located on the farm near town, which ever since has been the family home.
Mr. Morton by his upright life had won many friends, in all places where he has lived. He was a faithful husband and an affectionate father. Of his family, Eva died in 1910; Bessie, wife of W. R. Fancher and mother of Phil Fancher, died in 1923.
There remain to mourn his departure his wife, four sons, Harold E. of Los Angeles, California; Donald A. of Moline, Kansas; Raymond C. and Paul of Elk Falls, Kansas. There are seven grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. Frasure, who resided in Los Angeles, California.
The life history of Mr. Morton would be very interesting as he has been a very useful man.
A goodly number of friends gathered at the M. E. Church, Saturday afternoon, October 29, as a tribute of respect. The male quartet sang appropriate hymns. Mr. Hill spoke a few words of comfort. Mr. Morton's grave is in the family lot in the Elk Falls cemetery by the side of the graves of his daughters, who preceded him in the Great Adventure.
The family express their gratitude to those who so kindly ministered to them in their sorrow.
MR. JOHN W. MORTON
John W. Morton, a former resident of Elk Falls, died May 22,2001 at Baxter Regional Medical Center in Mountain Home, AR. He was 78 years of age. John was born June 20, 1922 at Oklarado, CO to Raymond Gilbert (Babe) and Grace Finley Morton. He graduated from Elk Falls High School in 1940.
He was a veteran of the US. Navy serving in the Pacific Theater during World War II and in the Korean Conflict.
On Jan. 23, l959 in Memphis, TN he married Adell Clark. She preceded him in death.
He was a 50 year member of the Masonic Lodge, Past President of the Mountain Home Rotary, a member of the Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce, Alley-White American Legion Post 50, Ozark V.F.W. Post 3245 and the Korean War Veterans Association. He was a member of the First Christian Church where he had been an Elder for many years.
He is survived by a daughter, Susan Schmidt of Millington, TN; two sons, Larry Joe Morton of Los Angeles, CA and Richard Morton of Bartlett, TN; a sister, Mary Sue Wyatt of Fort Worth, TX and a brother, Roscoe Morton of Frostproof, FL; seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, his parents and a brother, Richard Morton.
Services for John W. Morton were held May 26 at the Roller Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend Lee Nirschel officiating. Burial was in the Baxter Memorial Gardens of Mountain Home.
MR. RUSSELL MOSIER
Moline, (Special)— Russell Mosier, 26, was drowned in Santa Fe lake 1 1/2 miles west of this city Monday night in a boating accident.
His body was recovered at 8 p.m., three hours after the accident. Most of the male population of the city joined in the search after a companion, Robert Payne, came to town and reported the accident shortly after 5 o'clock.
The two young men, both employes of the DeCoursey plant here, had gone to the lake after work for a spin in Hosier's boat, It is equipped with an outboard motor. Payne said that when making a sharp turn the boat overturned, throwing them into the water.
Unable to bring Hosier to the surface, he came to town for help.
The Watt Funeral home is making arrangements for funeral services, for Hosier. He leaves his mother, a widow; his wife, two infant children aged 15 months and two weeks; a brother, Homer of Moline and a sister, Mrs. Ed Deason of Bartlesville.
MRS. ETHEL M. MOSSMAN
Mrs. Ethel Mae Mossman, 57, owner and operator of Mossman Service in Oak Valley, died Friday afternoon in Mercy Hospital at Independence. She had been a patient there 10 days. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Potwin Methodist Church in Potwin with Rev. Jack Thomas of Otis, assisted by Rev. Gary L. Clark of Potwin Methodist Church officiating. Burial in McGill cemetery under the direction of the Crumrine Funeral Home of Longton.
Mrs. Móssman was born Jan 1, 1908 in Yancy Mills, Mo., to the late Henry Harrison and Mary Gertrude (Knost) Walton. She was married March 20, 1930 to Everett A. Mossman in Augusta. He survives at the home.
She was a member of the Methodist Church in Henryetta, Okla.,and the Rebekah Lodge in ElDorado. She was charter member of the Sunshine Grandmothers Club in Potwin.
Survivors are the husband of the home; four daughters, Mrs. Doris Larsh, Longton, Mrs. Darlene Dents, Valley Center, Mrs. Ruth Britian, Longton, and Mrs. Geneva Duke, Hopkinsville, Ky.; one son, Ernest Allen Mossman, Columbus, Neb.; four brothers, Charlie Walton, Port Arthur, Tex., Elbert H. Walton, Denver, Harry...
MRS. METTIE B. MULLENDORE - Submitted by L. Morgan
OBITUARY -- MULLENDORE
Mettie Blanche Mullendore, daughter of Nathan and Ellen Killam, was born November 27, 1874, near Shelbyville, Illinois, and departed this life at Howard, Kansas, Friday, April 20, 1962.
She came to Elk county, Kansas, with her parents in 1883 and the family settled on a farm west of Howard. She attended Rock Creek and Union Center rural schools and two years at Howard public schools. As an early settler she experienced the hardships of rural life and accepted the same like a true pioneer.
She was married to David L. Mullendore, March 1, 1896, at Howard, Kansas. To this union two sons were born, Harold of Miami, Oklahoma and Noel of Howard. She was a mother in the true sense and provided this needed care and attention to some of Mr. Mullendore's younger brothers, who referred to her as their second mother. Mr. Mullendore preceded her in death in 1947.
She was a lifelong member of the Christian church and remained active until her death. She experienced sadness and trials in her life the same as others. She always found the necessary courage to recover and continue with patience and a smile because of her firm and abiding faith in her church and Saviour. She was a member of the Eastern Star, past president of the American Legion Auxiliary of Carter-Rader Post 149, and was county chairman of the Crippled Children Society since it was originally organized in 1927. She found this work most satisfying as she loved children and was deeply interested in assisting all those who needed extra care. She continued her regular visitations in this work, in company with an agency nurse, until a few months prior to her passing.
Besides her two sons she is survived by three grandsons, John A. Mullendore of St. Louis, Missouri; C. H. Mullendore, Jr., of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; and Carl Mullendore of Howard; seven great grandchildren, also numerous nephews and nieces, and many friends.
Funeral services were held in the chapel of the Spurrier-Watt Funeral Home on April 23, at 10:30 a.m., with the Rev. Clyde Markee of the Howard Christian church officiating. A duo, composed of Miss Carmelita Beaty and Mrs. Curtis Morgan, sang two songs, accompanied by Mrs. Arthur Cummins. Casket bearers were A.L. Criger, Virgil Munsinger, Ray L. Perkins, Dr. Frank R. Reid, Paul Moore, and Carl Russell.
Concluding services and interment were in Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard, Kansas.
MRS. MAE BEATRICE MUNDAY - Submitted by Freida Wells
Mae Beatrice Munday passed away Friday, September 10, 1999 at her home in Moline, Kansas. She was 83 years of age. Bea, as she was known, was born December 13, 1915 at Pollock, Missouri to Everett J. and Elma Pearl Lota (Reeves) Lane. The eldest of 12 children, Bea attended Hand-Houston rural school in Putnam County, Missouri and grew to womanhood in the Putnam County area.
On December 9, 1936, she married Hersel Freman Wells at Kirksville, Missouri and to this union was born a son, Leon Freeman and a daughter Judy Mae. In 1941, they moved to Sedan, Kansas were Bea worked in restaurants until opening her own restaurant business on the west edge of Sedan, which she operated for many years. Hersel and Bea were divorced in 1963 and she moved to Dexter, Kansas where she, again, went into the restaurant business.
On June 7, 1965, she married Eldon Lyle Munday at Wellington, Kansas and they continued to operate the restaurant in Dexter and run a pig farm until moving to McPherson and Elyria, Kansas where the operated the Mobil Oil bulk business. Bea was the bookkeeper for the bulk oil business for nine years. In 1978 they moved to Grenola, Kansas, then later moved to Moline where Bea was employed at Elk Manor Nursing Home.
Bea enjoyed fishing, traveling, crocheting, and motorcycle riding. She was a member of the Moline Christian Church and enjoyed studying the Bible and teaching Sunday school.
She is survived by her husband, Eldon; her son Leon Wells of Los Lunas, New Mexico; her step-son Tom Munday of Havana, Kansas; her daughter Judy Wolfe of Grenola; her step-daughters, Nancy Lawhorn of Copan, Oklahoma and Carol Artherson of Havana, Kansas; a brother Marshall Lane of Allerton, Iowa; her sisters Jean Bowman of Glendale, Arizona, Loraine Hoover of Gilman, Iowa, Eva Evans of Mesa, Arizona, Nellie Sticken of Graham, Missouri, and Juanita Shultz of Excelsior Springs, Missouri; 14 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a stepson Richard Munday; her parents; a brother Bernard Lane; her sisters Mary Hoover, Ruth Helphrey, Genevie Wyant and Norma 'Billie' Lane ; and a granddaughter Karen Wells.
Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, September 13, 1999 at the Moline Christian Church with Rev. Dee Wolfe and Rev. Ted Smith officiating. Wanda Mills was the organist with Dee Wolfe singing "I'm Going Home" and the Wolfe Family chorus singing "Amazing Grace" The congregation sang "This World Is Not My Home." The casket bearers were Mike Artherton, Vince Boyd, Bill Lawhorn, Billy Lesher, Tom Munday, and Rob Wolfe. The honorary casket bearers were Joe Ames, Chase Boyd, John Foust, Travis Foust, Randy Goldston, Kenneth Knickerbocker, Gary Rierson, Dennis Shultz and David Wonser. Interment was held in the Greenlawn Cemetery at Grenola, Kansas. A memorial has been established with the Moline Christian Church. Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. ELDON L. MUNDAY - Submitted by Freida Wells
Eldon L. Munday, age 83, a resident of the Howard Twilight Manor passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2011. He was born on April 14, 1928 in Cedar Vale, Kansas the son of Dewey and Rilla Ann (Newton) Munday.
On December 31, 1949 Eldon was united in marriage to Bonnie Wolfe, at Sedan, Kansas, they later divorced. On June 7, 1965, he married Mae Beatrice (Bea) Wells at Wellington, Kansas. They operated a restaurant in Dexter and ran a hog farm until moving to McPherson where Eldon owned the Mobil Oil bulk business. Eldon attended the Grenola Christian Church and then later the Moline Christian Church.
Eldon is survived by his son Tom Munday of Havana, Kansas; his daughters, Nancy Lawhorn of Copan, Oklahoma and Carol Artherton of Havana, Kansas; step-son, Leon Wells of Grenola, Kansas; sisters, Elrena Munday of Dexter, Kansas and Erma Stone of Arkansas City, Kansas, his dearest friend Louise Cookson of Howard, Kansas and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Bea, son Richard, brother E.W. (Dub), sister Ellen and step-daughter Judy Wolfe.
Graveside funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 22, 2011 at Greenlawn Cemetery in Grenola, Kansas. There is no visitation. Family suggests contributions be made to the Twilight Manor Nursing Home, in Howard, Kansas, and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysidefh.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Countryside - Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard, Kansas.
MR. JOHN MUNSINGER - Submitted by L. Morgan
JOHN MUNSINGER
LIVED ALMOST 105 YEARS
John Munsinger, ELk County's Oldest Citizen Passed Away Friday
(Picture omitted, it was taken on his 100th birthday)
Friday evening, September 21, 1917, at about 4 o'clock, John Munsinger passed away at the home of his son, J.K. Munsinger, at the great age of 104 years 9 months and 11 days. Grandpa Munsinger had been in his usual good health until a few weeks ago, when it was noticed that he was growing weaker and less disposed to walk around. He suffered no pain and his last days were passed in peace and quiet. A few days before his death he refused sustenance, and quietly awaited his final summons.
John Munsinger was a familiar figure in Howard life for many years, and until the hot weather of the past summer came on, he was to be seen on our streets almost as frequently as any of our citizens. He retained his faculties to a remarkable degree, his eyesight being excellent and his hearing but slightly dulled. When he was 103 years old, he appeared before the Old Settlers' reunion in this city, made a speech and danced a jog. He retained an accurate recollection of the incidents of his youth and mature years, and enjoyed talking with his friends.
Funeral services were held at the Christian Church in this city, Sunday at 2:30 and a great crowd of relatives, friends and neighbors filled the church and the surrounding space, Pastor Glen C. Wade conducted the service, as was assisted by O.L. Weir and a quartet of singer. The remains were taken to Olin, Iowa, Monday for interment at the old home.
The following brief sketch of the life of this good old man was read at the funeral:
John Munsinger was born in Wittenberg, German, Dec. 10, 1812, died at the home of his son J.K. Munsinger, in Howard, Kansas, September 21, 1917, age 104 years 9 months and 11 days.
He came with his parents to America in 1824 landing at New York, then going west and settling in Lorain county, Ohio. In 1833 he was married to Miss Sarah Fowler. To this union four children were born, two boys and two girls. His wife dying in 1838.
He was again united in marriage to Miss Julina Fuller. To this union were born ten children, six boys and four girls. In the year 1866 he moved with his family to Jones county, Iowa, where the wife and mother passed away May 2, 1880. In 1881 he moved to Smith county, Kansas. In 1892 he sold out and broke up the home and since then has spent his days visiting his children. Three daughters have gone on before.
There are left to mourn his loss; Geo. and Ed of Moline, KS; J.P. of Nehalem, Oregon; J.K. of Howard, KS; J.M. of Ames, Iowa; C.G. of Harlan, KS., W.G. and F.S. of Smith center, KS., Mrs. Susie Taylor of Scott City, KS., Mrs. Rosa Dewey of Oakland, California and Mrs. Elizabeth Taylor of Ames, Iowa. One brother, David Munsinger of Nebraska. Eighty-seven grandchildren, seventy great-grandchildren, fourteen great-great grandchildren and a host of friends.
Grandpa united with the Lutheran church when but a young man, but lived the most of his life in the Christian church of which died a true and faithful member.
MR. JOSEPH K. MUNSINGER - Submitted by L. Morgan
Joseph Korah Munsinger, son of John and Julia Munsinger, was born January 27, 1855, near Oberlin, Lorraine county, Ohio, and departed this life, June 27, 1932 at the home of his daughters, Mrs. J. W. Moore, Wichita, Kansas. Age 77 years and 5 months.
At the age of 11 years he moved with his parents to Jones county, Iowa, where he grew to manhood. On December 20, 1875, he was united in marriage to Edith Eleanor Steward, to this union were born seven children; Mrs. Abbey Gorman, M. M. Munsinger, H. S. Munsinger of Howard, Kansas; Mrs. E. H. Dimity of Los Angeles, California; Mrs. J. W. Moore of Wichita, Kansas, Mrs. L.A. Crutcher of Long Beach, California; Mrs. W. F. Delameter of Borger, Texas.
In 1880 he moved with his wife and family to Smith County, Kansas and in 1890 he moved to Elk County and had been a resident here until his death.
He leaves to mourn his death his seven children, nine grandchildren, three sisters, four brothers and a host of relatives and friends. His wife and three grandchildren preceeded him in death. He was a true and loving husband, a kind father, was respected and loved by all who knew him.
He was converted when a young man and united with the United Brethren church. He was always faithful to his church. After coming to Howard, he changed his membership to the Howard Christian church in which he was an officer and faithful member until his death. He was a member of Howard I.O.O.F. Lodge No. 134, served Elk county as sheriff four years, also he served his city as mayor and councilman for a number of years.
Funeral services for the deceased were held at the Christian church in Howard, Thursday, June 30, 1932, at 2 o'clock p.m., conducted by Rev. J. F. Buhalts of LeRoy, Kansas. Burial was in Grace Lawn cemetery, Howard.
MRS. MABEL MUNSINGER - Submitted by L. Morgan
Mabel Leckliter Munsinger, daughter of William and Elizabeth Wells Leckliter, was born at Howard, Kansas on May 13, 1889, and departed this life at the Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas on July 25, 1965. She was one of a family of nine children, of which there were five boys and four girls. One sister and two brothers preceded her in death.
Mabel lived her entire life in Howard. She attended the Howard schools, participated in the community activities and was a vital part of this city throughout her life.
On January 1, 1908, she was united in marriage to Steward Munsinger. They established their home here and founded and operated the Munsinger Auto Service which is now the Hebb Auto Supply. They were a happy couple, busy with home and community affairs, which included church activities. In 1931 Steward became ill and for seven years was a semi-invalid. During all of these years Mabel cared for him and at the same time kept in close touch with their business interests. Upon his death in 1938, she was a _____ woman, but happy that she had been able to be with and seen to the needs of her husband. Seven years of labor, worry, wanting, and hoping takes its toll, even of young folks, and Mabel had never been really _____ _____ then. For the past year her health had been waning, but she continued to live alone, caring for her needs with the advice and help of her youngest brother, Darrel. She was particularly fond of Darrel and his family and kept in close touch with their activities and was proud of their accomplishments.
Mabel was a member of the Howard Presbyterian church since she was a young woman and remained faithful to her church although unable to attend for some time.
There remains of her family three brothers, Chris of Howard; Loren of Wichita; and Darrel of El Dorado; two sisters Mrs. Opal Carter of San Antonio, Texas, and Mrs. Lida Jastrow of Porterville, California; nephews, nieces and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Mrs. Sherman Carter; her brothers, Paul and Harry, and her beloved husband, Steward.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday, July 28 at 2 p.m. in the Spurrier-Watt chapel, Howard, Kansas, with John Rhodes of El Dorado officiating. Music was presented by Kenneth Forsyth, accompanied by Mrs. Noel Mullendore. (Names of casket bearers have been omitted). Concluding services and burial was in the Grace Lawn cemetery at Howard, Kansas.
MR. CLEETIS W. MURPHY - Submitted by L. Morgan
Cleetis Wayne Murphy, 65, of Winfield, passed away Sept. 17, 2009, at William Newton Hospital.
Services will be 10 a.m. Monday at Miles Funeral Service. Burial in Grace Lawn Cemetery in Howard will be private.
Friends may call at Miles Funeral Service on Sunday afternoon from 2 to 4.
Memorials are to the American Cancer Society. Contributions may be made through the funeral home.
Online condolences may be made at www.milesfuneralservice.com.
Cleetis was born Aug. 16, 1944, in Moline, to Harold and Elva (Larkin) Murphy. He was raised in Elk Falls and graduated from Elk Falls High School. Cleetis attended vocational technical college for auto body mechanics.
He worked for General Electric as a jet engine mechanic for over 40 years before retiring. During his employment, he was very active in the GE Employee Association.
Cleetis enjoyed camping and especially loved showing cars and trucks and attending car shows.
He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant brother.
Survivors include his son, Mike Murphy, and wife, Stephanie, and his granddaughter, Celia Murphy, all of Collinsville, Okla.
MR. JOHNNIE E. MURPHY - Submitted by Jerry Jackson
Murphy, Johnnie E., 94, retired farmer, died Tuesday, December 24, 1996. Service 2 p.m. Friday, Zimmerman Funeral Home.
Survivors: wife, Elsie; sons, James of Clearwater, Robert of Benton; daughter, Zelma Carriger of Topeka; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. Memorial has been established with Howard, Kansas Church of Christ.
He married Mable Bratches in October of 1922 at Sedan, Kansas. Mable died in January of 1927 after giving birth to their daughter, Zelma and her twin, who died three days after birth.
On March 14, 1928 he married Elsie Arabell Francisco at Fredonia, Kansas and to this reunion were born two sons, James Edwin and Robert Dean. They owned and operated a farm in Elk County until 1957, and then moved to Moline, Kansas in 1958. He was employed at Mac’s Service in Moline, and was caretaker of the Moline Cemetery for several years.
Johnnie worked in carpentry, house painting and lawn care since retiring in 1965. He loved to sing to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and spent many hours in his flower and vegetable garden after moving to Howard in 1975.
He was one of the first elders of the Howard Church of Christ and enjoyed spending time with his wife and family.
He is survived by his wife, Elsie; his sons, James of Clearwater, Kansas and Robert of Benton, Kansas; his daughter, Zelmer Carriger of Topeka, Kansas; seven grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Friday, December 27, 1996 at the Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard, Kansas with Tom Henry of Wichita, Kansas officiating. Betty Russell provided the organ music. Diana Carriger sang “How Beautiful Heaven Must Be” and “An Empty Mansion.” The casket bearers were Billy Carriger, Greg Carriger, Michael Gardner, Jerry Murphy, Robert Murphy Jr. and Johnnie Murphy. Interment was held in the Moline Cemetery.
A memorial has been established with the Howard Church of Christ. Contributions may be left with the funeral home. The funeral arrangements were made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard, Kansas.
MR. ROBERT D. MURPHY, SR. - Jerry Jackson
Robert Dean “Bob” Murphy, Sr., 66 of Towanda, died Wednesday, February 2, 2005 at a local nursing home facility. Celebration of Bob’s life is scheduled for 2 p. m. Monday, February 7, 2005 at Kirby-Morris Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Towanda Cemetery in Towanda, Kansas.
He was born September 15, 1938, in Elk Fall, Kansas, the son of Johnnie E. and Elsie A. (Francisco) Murphy. He grew up in Elk County and attended school in Howard.
He was united in marriage to Elizabeth Ann Clark on June 3, 1956 at the Church of Christ in Howard. Early in their marriage Bob and Ann moved around the state of Kansas before moving to Augusta, Kansas then to Towanda, Kansas in 1970. He started working in the construction business. Then he worked for Learjet as a fabricator for over 34 years before retiring in 1996.
He was a member of the Church of Christ of Howard, the Benton Lions Club, a volunteer for the Towanda Fire Department and the Machinist Union. He enjoyed fishing, camping, gardening, zipping around on his moped and remodeling homes that Ann and him lived in.
Surviving include: his wife, Ann, of the home; two sons, Robert Murphy Jr. of Newton, Kansas and Jerry Murphy and wife of Towanda; two daughters, Debra and husband Stephen King of Benton and Cindy and Sheila Murphy Ward of Potwin, Kansas; one brother, James Murphy of Jenkins, Missouri; one sister, Zelma Carriger of Topeka, Kansas; and seven grandchildren.
A memorial has been established with Alzheimer’s Association. Contributions and condolences may be left with Kirby-Morris Funeral Home who is assisting the family with these arrangements.
MISS JANE MUSICK - Submitted by L. Morgan
Jane Musick, youngest daughter of James W. and Nancy J. Musick, was born February 17, 1892, near Howard, Kansas and departed this life at Odessa, Texas on June 16, 1965.
She resided with her parents and sisters on a farm northeast of Howard, where she attended what was then known as the Marybell school, until on or about the year 1900, when she moved with her family to Howard, where she attended the Howard schools, graduating from Howard high school with the class of 1910. Upon her graduation from Howard high school, she attended a business school at Fredonia, Kansas, completing her work there on or about the year 1912. She later attended Kansas State Teachers College at Emporia and the University of Kansas at Lawrence. After completing her business college education she was employed in Oklahoma for some time and later worked here at Howard in the law offices of the late A.T. Ayres, A.F. Sims and Clifford Sullivan. For a number of years she booked Lyceum and Chautauqua programs over various sections of the United States and Canada. She continued in this work until about the year 1940 when she accepted employment with the Veterans Administration at San Francisco, California, where she continued to be employed until she retired on or about the year 1962.
She was a member of the Howard Presbyterian church and of Columbia Chapter No. ???, Order of the Easter Star and received her 50 year pin in 1963.
Having lived most of her life in Howard, the people of this community were dear to her heart. She was a devoted daughter and sister, and was extremely proud of her nieces and nephews. She was a loyal friend and only those who knew her best can know of all the fine traits of character which she possessed.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Nancy J. Musick, her father, James W. Musick, her sisters, Laura Musick Broadie, Rose Musick, and Etta Belle Lydick, and two brothers, who died in infancy. She leaves to mourn her passing, her sister, Mrs. Clara Robinson of Odessa, Texas, her nieces Carol Spotts and Maxine Robinson; her nephews, George Elmore Broadie, Walter Burke Broadie, and William Wilson Broadie; other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services were held at the Spurrier-Watt Funeral Home in Howard, Kansas on June 20, 1965, with concluding services and burial in Grace Lawn cemetery at Howard, Kansas.
MRS. RUTH BUSH MUSSON - Submitted by Dan Durbin
It is with the deepest sorrow that the death of Mrs. Musson is now recorded. For weeks she had hovered between life and death and many had hoped that the one who had gained their deepest love and respect might be spared, but it was not to be.
Mrs. Musson had lived in Moline nearly seven years and in that time had endeared herself to all who were in any way associated with her.
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Christian church, conducted by Rev. G. C. Parham and attended by a large number of people. Many and beautiful were the floral tributes. Interment was made in the Moline cemetery with the rites of the Eastern Star.
The following obituary was read at the funeral services:
Ruth Emeline Bush, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Bush, of Howard, and the beloved wife of R. H. Musson of this city, was born August 5, 1898, at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and passed away March 9th, 1928, at Winfield, Kansas, at the age of 29 years, 7 months and 14 days.
She was united in marriage with R. H. Musson October 12, 1921, at Howard, Kansas. To this sacred union there was born one son, Richard Hobert, Jr., and two daughters, Mary Ruth and Helen, who are living.
Mrs. Musson united with the Christian church in 1909 at Marietta, Ohio, later placing her membership in the First Christian church in Moline. She was a member of Neptune Chapter of the Eastern Star.
She was a very devoted wife and mother and to know her was to love and appreciate her. There is in this bereavement, the husband and children, father and mother, a sister, Mrs. Olive McCullough of Wichita, Kansas; other relatives and a host of friends.
MRS. DOROTHY E. MYERS - Submitted by Jerry Jackson
Dorothy Evelyn Myers, age 82, of Severy, passed away Dec. 23, 2008 in Sedgwick. Dorothy was born on July 10, 1926 in Gage, Okla., the daughter of Charles and Theresa (Jontra) Sims. She moved to Kansas with her parents at an early age.
She was a graduate of Howard High School and attended Emporia State Teachers College and taught school for one year. She was baptized in her early twenties into the Methodist Church. On Dec. 22, 1945 she was united in marriage to Richard Myers of Severy. To this union was born two children Gaylen Richard and Marcia Lynn.
She was a member of the Severy United Methodist Church. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, and her pictures of her family.
She leaves to mourn her passing one son Gaylen Myers of Atlanta, one daughter Marcia Allen and her husband Lyle of Sedgwick, one brother Keith Sims and his wife Joyce of Newton, six grandchildren; Jeff Myers and his wife Tricia, Mick Myers, Nichole Myers, Colina Myers, Donna Waldon, and Heather Heller, several step grandchildren, and six greatgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Richard in 2004.
Funeral services were held Monday, Dec. 29, 2008 at Zimmerman Funeral Home in Howard. Burial was at South Lawn Cemetery in Severy. Family suggests contributions to either the Severy United Methodist Church or Hospice Care of Kansas and may be left with the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
MR. ELMER B. MYERS
Elmer Bartlett Myers, son of Homer and Carrie Myers, was born near Hutchinson, Kansas, April 30, 1891, and passed away at Howard, Kansas, July 6, 1957, at the age of 66 years, two months and three days. He was preceded in death by his parents. He grew to manhood on a farm near Hutchinsoni and was a graduate of Kansas State Agriculture College Manhattan, Kansas.
On Jume 6, 1936, he was united in marriage to Edna Kenny. He was county agent in Rooks county, then spent several years farming and was a grocer in Severy for two years, until his health caused him to retire.
In 1952 he was converted and joined the Howard Methodist church, later transferring his membership to Calvary Methodist church, Wichita.
During his lingering illness he suffered great pain, which he bore bravely and seldom complained. He had a profound interest in humanity, everyone who knew him felt he was their friend.
He is survived by his wife, Edna; two sisters, Hazel Aulble of Chisholm, Minnesota, and Joyce Newell of Stafford, Kansas; three step-children, Mrs. Paul Abshier, Derby, Kansas; Mrs. Harold Mendenhall, Wichita, Kansas, and Roger Kenny, Wichita; six 'grandchildren; three aunts, Mrs. Olive Epperson, Mrs. J. E. Smith, both of Hutchinson, and Mrs. Minnie Payne of Wichita; also nieces, nephews and cousin's.
Funeral services were held at the Moon Chapel in Howard, Kansas, Monday, July 8th, at 2:00 p.m., with the Rev. J. Richard Williams officiating. Casket bearers, were Holly Miller, Frank Simons, Elwood Miller, George Riggins, Otis Bergman and Elias Morgan. Interment was in East Side cemetery, Hutchinson, Kansas.
MR. S. E. MYERS - Submitted by Dan Durbin
S. E. Myers was born at Oswego, N. Y., November 8, 1827. He was married to Emma J. Merrill in 1859. There were born to his union five children, three of whom, Mrs. Lillie E. Cavanaugh, of Hazelton, Kan., Mrs. Clara C. Webb and Owen S. Myers of Moline, with their mother were at his bedside during the last few weeks of his illness, and at his death, and now mourn their loss.
Mr. Myers and his family came to Moline in June, 1885, and having been closely identified with its business interests became well known and was highly respected not only in Moline, but throughout the surrounding country.
In 1849 Mr. Myers was one of a party who made the long, wearisome journey across the plains, to reach the gold mines, and it was in this way that he secured his start in the active business life which followed his return to the east.
By industry and economy he amassed considerable wealth and this fact has made him an important factor in the business life of Moline and vicinity. Many a farmer, and many a merchant, financially pressed, has turned to Mr. Myers for relief and he has cheerfully assisted them, requiring only those safeguards that prudence demands of the those who accommodate their fellow men in this way.
With the abundant opportunity the writer has had of learning his real character, he has yet to learn of any dishonorable act of Mr. Myers in all of his dealing, and on the other hand there is an abundance of testimony to the fact that he was an honorable, straight forward business man. A faithful husband and father, he will be missed in the home, but his patient, fatherly counsel will be remembered and cherished.
In early life, Mr. Myers was led to believe in Jesus Christ, and for a time strove to live by His teaching, but unfortunately allowed business cares to choke out these impressions until of late. For the past few years his attention has been drawn toward these great questions of the future. Two years ago, in a conversation with the writer, he expressed a longing for clear convictions and a clear assurance for the future. It was not until quite recently, however, that he was able to cherish such a hope. He has passed from the busy scenes of this life with all its cares, its sorrows, its trials and may we not hopingly say of Mr. Myers in the words of the motto on his casket: He is "at rest."
Funeral services were held at the M. E. church, Thursday afternoon, conducted by Elder N. Hill, assisted by Bros. Martindale and Goodwin. Many friends accompanied his remains to their last resting place. The family tender their thanks to the many friends who assisted them in their sad hours of affliction. N. Hill
MR. WILLIAM B. MYERS - Submitted by Freida Wells
W. B. Myers , Old Soldier Dead
Only Four More Veterans Remain in Cedar Vale and Community
William Butler Myers was born in Mt. Sterling, Brown County Ill in the year 1848, April 12 and died at his home in Cedar Vale, Kansas on December 29, 1925.
In the year of 1871 he was united in marriage to Lucy Lee of Maryville, Mo. And to this union 9 children were born, two dying n infancy.
In the year of 1870 they moved with their family to Kansas, locating in Cherryvale for a few years, later going to Grenola. He was construction foreman for the old L. L. & G. which is now the Santa Fe, and superintended the laying of the first railroad track in Grenola, Kansas. Leaving their employ in 1886 he moved to Cedar Vale entered the service of the Denver, Memphis and Atlantic, which is now know as the Missouri Pacific, being in their employment for 17 years. He then entered the service of the Santa Fe being in their employ for 12 years at the time he retired.
During the Civil War he enlisted as a volunteer in Co. F., 11th Regiment of Mo. Cavalry Volunteers. On the 20th day of December serving a period of 3 years and was given an honorable discharge. One of the striking things of his enlistment was his youth as he was only 15 years of age, and at 18 at the time of his discharge. He was commander of Post 99 at Cedar Vale for several years. He was also a member of the workman Lodge at Cedar Vale for 33 years. Several years ago Mr. Myers professed faith in Christ in a meeting held at the M. E. church. During his last days he thought much of the eternal things, and his conscious moments, joined in prayer with a minister of the gospel, and those around his bedside.
The old comrade “fought the good fight” Taps was sounded and he fell asleep, to awaken at the great Eternal bugle call.
He leaves to mourn his death, his beloved wife and seven children. Mrs. Mamie Grounds of Eaton, Kansas, Mrs. Ada Smith of Kingsley, Kansas, Mrs. Nellie Copeland, Sedan, Kansas, Mrs. Lucy Babb of Arkansas City, Mrs. Rena Mark, Tulsa, Okla., Mrs. Frona Alexander, Burden, George Myers, Arkansas City, Also 21 grand children and 12 great grandchildren and many friends.
Funeral services were held at the Baptist church Thursday, Dec. 31st, 1925 at 2:30 P. M. conducted by Dr. Walter E. Tanner, Chaplain of the American Legion Post and the Legion gave him the rites of a full military funeral service and burial. Interment was in the cedar Vale Cemetery.
MR. JOSEPH MYRICK - Submitted by Dan Durbin
Joseph Myrick was born November 20, 1840, in Nilestown, Canada. He grew to manhood there and was married to Catherine McDormott, December 25, 1861. Seven children were born to this union, four of whom survive.
Mr. Myrick left Canada in 1863 and came with his family to Wabasha, Minnesota, and in 1878 they came to Montgomery county, Kansas. After a year's residence near Liberty, they moved to Elk county and homesteaded a claim eight miles west of Howard. Mr. and Mrs. Myrick sold the homestead thirteen years ago and moved to Howard and seven years ago came to live with their daughter, Mrs. O. S. Spease. Mrs. Myrick passed away three years ago.
Mr. Myrick has been an invalid for the past two years and passed from this life May 31, 1928, age 87 years, 6 months and 10 days.
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The four surviving children are: E. H. Myrick, Shreveport, Louisiana; Ross Myrick, Riverton, Wyoming; George Myrick, Independence, Kansas, and Mrs. O. S. Spease, Moline, Kansas. Nine grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren and many neighbors and friends will not forget that a good man has entered into life.
Funeral services were held in the Methodist Episcopal church Saturday, June 2, conducted by Rev. O. W. Dewey, and burial was in the Moline cemetery.
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