St. Clair County Obits

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FARABEE, Jess G.
Kansas City Star, 26 June 2007
Jess G. Farabee, 84, Blue Springs, Mo. passed away June 23, 2007. He is survived by his wife, Martha of the home, son, Clifton and wife Marge Farabee, Sister NinaFarabee Lang and her husband, Milton. Memorial services 11:00 A.M. on June 27 at First United Methodist Church, 301 S.W. Woods Chapel Rd., Blue Springs, Mo 64015. Visitation will precede the memorial service at 10:30. Family and friends are invited to stay for lunch and visitation after the service. The family suggests gifts to 1st U.M. Church or charity of your choice.

FARMER, Ellen Mae Masten
St. Clair County Democrat, 23 December 2005
Ellen was born January 10, 1923, on a farm near Gerster in St. Clair County. The farm was a part of land homesteaded by her ancestors, the morrows and the Mastens. She passed away December 13, 2005, at the Girard Hospital in Kansas. Her mother was Mae Slagle and her dad was Art Masten. Ellen married George Johnson and they had three children named Jimmie Lee, Earnest Duane and Joy Lou. She later married Elmer Lee Moore and they had Lela Mae and Larry Rae. She and Elmer lived in Sheldon. She then married Doug Farmer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Art and Mae Masten; six brothers, Ernest, Roy, Truman, Francis, Stuart, and Bobby Carl; her sons, Ernest Duane Johnson and Larry Rae Moore; her daughter, Joy Lou Johnson Fisher; and her grandson, Steven Johnson; and her husbands, George, Elmer and Doug. She is survived by her children, Jimmie Lee Johnson and Lela Mae Moore McClintick; grandchildren, Carla Dixson, Carrol Kineslow, Patrick Johnson, Kelly Wane McClintick, Milton McClintick, Shawn McClintick, Liberty Moore, Amy Lynn Johnson, Debra Johnson, Mark Duane Johnson, Diane Johnson, Brenda Johnson; great grandchildren; Jacualine, Justin and Joshua Dixson, Carol Anne and Jasmine Kineslow, Jamie Johnson, Milton Lee, Shawn, Jordan Charles, Jessica, Cody Lee, and Dade McClintick; sisters, Dot Moore, June Marshall and Doris Beard and her husband Euell Beard; brother Kenneth Lee Chick and his wife Jane Masten, other relatives and friends. Ellen retired from the Nevada State Hospital. She was in charge of special care patients. Funeral services were Friday, December 16, at the Sheldon Chapel in Osceola. Music selection was, “How Great Thou Art” by the congregation. Casket bearers were David Osburn, Butch Masten, John Masten, Terry Files, Dale Masten and Euell Beard. Interment was in the Harwood Cemetery in Harwood under the direction of Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.

FARMER, Marilyn Kay Stephens
St. Clair County Courier, June 8, 2001, Page 22. Submitted by Marie Reynolds
Marilyn Kay (Stephens) Farmer was born on Feb 14, 1943, the daughter of Johnnie and Thelma (Dull) Stephens. Her talents and love of music were apparent early in her life. She graduated from high school in Osceola in 1961. She excelled earning number one rating in district and state music contests, both vocal and instrumental. She attended the University of Missouri her freshman year. Her talents won her a spot on the Marching Mizzou band. The summer of 1963, she and her husband, Bill, were married after dating a couple of months. Although both were pre-enrolled at M.U., they transferred to Southwest Missouri State University in Springfield. Upon graduation in 1965 when her husband entered the United States Army, she taught music at Hardin. In 1967, she joined her husband at Fort Knox, Ky. They soon were transferred to Fort Walters in Mineral Wells, Texas. Upon completion of Primary Helicopter Training, they moved to Fort Rucker, Ala. When Bill completed his helicopter training, they transferred to Fort Benning, Ga. Their first child, William Christopher Farmer, was born Nov 1, 1968, at Fort Benning, Ga. In April of 1969, Marilyn and newborn son, W. C. moved back to Osceola while Bill was on orders for Vietnam. In the fall of 1969, Marilyn began teaching French at Osceola. In September of 1969, upon learning that Bill had been shot down in Vietnam, she hastened to join him at Fitzsimmons Army Medical Center in Denver, Colo. Her tender love and care were important factors in his recovery. Second son, Michael Phillip Farmer, was born at Fitzsimmons Army Medical Center on Feb. 27, 1971. In May of 1972, they moved to Springfield. Marilyn and Bill both enrolled in the Guidance and Counseling Graduated Program. Marilyn graduated in 1977 with a Master’s Degree in elementary counseling with and emphasis in play therapy. Marilyn excelled at play therapy, studying at both North Texas University and University of Missouri at Kansas City. She lacked one course of completing her Specialist Degree in Play Therapy. She received the Missouri Play Therapist of the Year Award in 2000 and currently held the office of president for the Missouri Association of Play Therapy. She and Bill purchased the St. Clair Courier and Appleton City Journal in 1978. They co-published these publications until they were sold in 1982. During this time Marilyn was counselor and music teacher at Lakeland Public School, Lowery City. The Farmers purchased the Atchison County Mail in 1987 and have continued co-publishing the newspaper with their two sons. Marilyn continued her studies and teaching for music and counseling at West Nodaway Elementary School for 16 years. As well as working with elementary students, she also taught graduate school classes for Northwest Missouri State University. This last year she accepted a job with the Nebraska City Public Schools as a counselor, where she truly enjoyed the professionalism and support she received. Marilyn was a devoted mother, grandmother, and wife. She was a dedicated and proud Grammy to her two grandchildren, Chandler, age five, and Kaleigh, age three. She was both artistic and a perfectionist, engaging in several different forms of artistic pursuits, as well as knitting, sewing, home design, painting, quilting, ceramics, porcelains, and canning. She as a true homemaker who loved and excelled at all aspect of family life. In addition to her personal hobbies, she was involved in several activates and organizations, including: Missouri Press Association, National Newspaper Association, Northwest Missouri Newspaper Association, choir, P.E.O., Music Sorority, C.T.A., MSTA, MSCA, MART, The American Legion Auxiliary, PI LAMBDA THETA scholastic sorority and a member of the First Lutheran Church of Rock Port. She is survived by her husband, William W. Farmer, of the home; her father Johnny Stephens of Dexter; son, W.C. and wife Shauna (Ottmann) Farmer, son Michaels P. Farmer; two grandchildren, William Chandler and Kaleigh Diane Farmer, all of Rock Port; one brother, John Stephens, Jr., and sister-in-law Shirley, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Thelma (Dull) Stephens.
Memorial services for her were held Sunday, June 3, 2001, 1 p.m. in the First Lutheran Church, Rock Port, conducted by Pastor David Ebersole. A private final disposition will be held at a later date with family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Marilyn Farmer Scholarship Fund.

FARMER, Wallace Edward Jr.
Clinton Daily Democrat, December 1991
Wallace Edward Farmer, Jr., son of Zadel Simes and Wallace Edward Farmer, Sr., was born April 27, 1914 in Springfield. He passed away at his home in Osceola on December 12, 1991. Wallace was united in marriage to Alice Johnson on July 24, 1937. To this union was born one son, William Waldo Farmer, presently of Rock Port, Mo. Wallace had an elder brother, Colonel William C. Farmer, who preceded him in death and has a younger brother, Benjamin Crawford Farmer of Clinton. Wallace served in the Army during World War II and saw duty in the Indian, China and Burma Theater. He was a member of American Legion Post #618 and the Osage Wildlife Preservation Association. At the end of WWII, Wallace owned and operated the B&F Appliance Company in Clinton and then later became a salesman for the Julip Company and later Pangurn Candy Company. In 1954 the family moved to Osceola. In addition to traveling and selling, Wallace had a cattle operation for many years. After retiring in 1972, Wallace started a second career and became dedicated to flea marketing. Wallace had few hobbies but enjoyed playing cards. He was a good cook and took pleasure in serving friends and family one of his gourmet meals. Wallace served as treasurer of the St. Clair County Farm Bureau for many years. He enjoyed the company of young people and delighted in watching them grow.
Wallace is survived by his son, William Wallace Farmer of Rock Port; his twin sister, Jane Schmidt of Carlsbad, Ca.; a brother, Benjamin C. Farmer of Clinton; 8 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, December 14, 1991 at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Military services were by VFW Post #4197 and American Legion Post #618. Burial was in Osceola Cemetery.

FARRINGTON, Tom
St. Clair County Courier, 21 April 2006
Tom Farrington, 53, passed away April 10, 2006, in Eldon. He was born in Valparaiso, Ind., to Thomas Lansign and Mariam Ruth Hofferth Farrington. Tom graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia and Kentucky Christian College. He was in the ministry for 25 years with the last five being minister of the Ninth Street Christian Church of Eldon, with previous ministries in Muscatine, Iowa and Hume. Tom was active as a volunteer with the Upward Basketball Program and was a member of the Eldon Lions Club. He was also a member of the Advisory Committee with Lifebridge in Brandon, Vermont. On June 2, 1973, he wed Colleen Kelly in Lebanon and to this union two children were born, daughter, Kelly and son, Michael. Tom was preceded in death by his father. Survivors include his wife, Colleen, of the home; his daughter and son-in-law, Kelly and Lee Strickler, Taberville; his son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Carrie Farrington, Pittsburg, Kan.; two grandchildren, Caaleb and Cale Farrington; his mother, Mariam Farrington, Callao, sister, Sharon Nelson, Eugene; brothers, Todd Farrington, Colbran, Colo. and John Farrington, Callao; several nieces and nephews.
Services for Tom were Thursday, April 13, at the Ninth Street Christian Church, Eldon, with Rod Cooper and Craig Casey officiating. Interment was in the Chariton Cemetery, Callao, under the direction of Phillips Funeral Home, Eldon. Memorials may be made to the Ninth Street Christian Church, Eldon.

FARRIS, Keith W. 
Columbia Daily Tribune, 12 February 2006
K.W. Farris, 84, of Ashland, passed away Friday, Feb. 10, 2006, at Boone Hospital Center. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 13, at Robinson Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Keith was born Oct. 30, 1921, in Iowa, the son of Walter Lynn Farris and Lydia Wilson Farris. He married Jennie Munden on Nov. 6, 1948, in Pocahontas, Ark., and she survives. Keith and his family moved to Ashland from north Missouri in March of 1956 to start The Sentinel Industries. He was a member of the Ashland Masonic Lodge No. 156, Scottish Rite in Columbia, and Moolah Shriners in Columbia. Survivors include his wife, Jennie Farris, of Ashland; two sons, Daniel Farris and his wife, Renee, of New Bloomfield, and Melvin Farris and his wife, Barbara, of Heber Springs, Ark.; one sister, Dorothy Bratton of Excelsior Springs; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his parents; two brothers, Maurice and Cedric; and a brother-in-law, James Bratton. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Diabetes or American Heart Association or to the Alzheimer’s Association.

FAST, Emily Anne
Clinton Daily Democrat, September 1991
Emily Anne Fast, infant daughter of Dennis and Terri Fast of El Dorado Springs, passed away at 3:30 a.m. Saturday morning, Sept. 21, 1991, at St. John's Regional Health Center in Springfield. She was born at 2:30 a.m. on Friday, September 20, 1991, in Osceola. Survivors include her parents, Dennis and Terri Fast of El Dorado Springs; her sister, Denise, of the home, and her grandmothers, Janice Fast and Laura Street, both of El Dorado Springs. Graveside services for Emily Anne Fast were held on Monday morning, Sept. 23, 1991, at the Oyer Cemetery.

FELTNER, James Franklin
The Barber County Index , October 21, 1903. Submitted by Johnny Corbin
Death of Frank Feltner.- On Tuesday evening of last week the friends of Frank Feltner received the sad news of his death. He resided on the Yellowstone in Oklahoma, about eight miles south of Aetna. Death resulted from blood poisoning brought on by a wheat beard lodged in his throat. Funeral services were held at the family residence on Wednesday. Mr. Feltner was a brother of Mrs. Matthews of this city and had many friends in Barber county, having formerly resided here. All regret his untimely death. The following lines were contributed by a friend: J. F. Feltner, son of Arch and Mary A. Feltner, was born in Cumberland county, Illinois, May 16, 1860. In 1877 he moved with his parents to Barber County, Kansas and in 1883 was united in marriage with Miss Berthenia Brench. Three children were born to the union - Mrs. Hattie Terbush, Archie Feltner and Jennie Feltner who mourn the death of a beloved father. The mother died some years ago. The deceased's parents also survive him. Mr. Feltner was converted in May 1903 and united with the M. E. Church at Yellowstone, Ok., and lived a model christian life. The funeral services were conducted by his pastor, Rev. W. H. Crouch.
One brother and three sisters survive him. Of these only one was able to attend the funeral - Mrs. Julia Matthews, his twin sister, who attended him in sickness. One sister resides at Cleo, Ok., and a brother and sister reside in Cumberland county, Illinois. None of these were able to attend the funeral on account of the suddenness of death and the distance.

FERGUSON, James Dennis
Clinton Daily Democrat, 23 April 2002
J. D. Ferguson, 53, Lowry City, died Monday, April 22, 2002 at his home. He was a telephone company employee. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 24 at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola, with burial in Mt. Zion Cemetery, Rockville.

FERGUSON, Zora Pearl Winn
Kansas City Star, 21 April 2007
Zora Pearl (Winn) Ferguson, passed away Thursday, April 19, 2007 of natural causes at her home in Liberty, Missouri. She was surrounded by her loving family. A celebration of life service will be held Sunday, April 22, 2007 at 2:00p.m., at the Second Baptist Church, 309 E. Franklin, Liberty, Missouri. Friends may visit from 1:00-2:00p.m., Sunday at the church. Burial will be at 10:00a.m., Monday, April 23, 2007 in the New Hope Cemetery, Liberty, Missouri. Contributions may be given to the Youth of Second Baptist Church. Zora was born June 28, 1908 near Lowry City, Missouri to Thomas and Louisa (Hearn) Winn. On February 24, 1930, she married Clifford R. Ferguson and has lived in Clay County, Missouri since then. She is survived by one son, Hershel Ferguson and family of Lawrence, Kansas; and one daughter, Erma Kay Edwards and her husband, Jim, and their family of Liberty, Missouri. Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at www.churcharcherpasley.com (Arr: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Church-Archer-Pasley Funeral Home, 119 E. Franklin, Liberty, MO 64068, 816781-2000.)

FERGUSON, Zora Pearl Winn
St. Clair County Courier, 18 May 2007
Zora Pearl Winn Ferguson - Zora passed away April 19, 2007, at her home in Liberty. Zora was born near Lowry City to Thomas and Louisa Hearn Winn. On Feb. 24, 1930, she married Clifford R. Ferguson. Zora was preceded in death by her daughter-in-law, Ann Ferguson; her parents, four brothers and four sisters. She is survived by her son, Hershel, Lawrence, Kan. and daughter, Erma Kay Edwards and her husband, Jim; two sisters, Myrtle Howe, Osceola and Mable Harris and her husband, Bob, Independence; four grandchildren; six great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. She was a great mother, grandmother, great great grandmother and will be missed by all who knew her.

FERREL, Cleada
Appleton City Journal, 2 November 1916
Another flower buddeth on earth to bloom beyond the clouds. It was indeed very sad when the news came over the wire that little Cleada, the youngest daughter of Elmer Ferrel, was dead. She was born February 25, 1916 and died October 27, 1916, being 8 months and two days old. She leaves a father, two sisters and two brothers. Her mother passed to the Great Beyond when Cleada was only two days old. It is true that there is a grief which can be relieved by no earthly power yet the sympathy of friends can better fit the mourners to endure their sorrow and to reconcile them to the will of Providence. Those who have gone through the same afflictions are best prepared to offer true sympathy to the bereaved ones. So, friends, the greatest consolation anyone can offer is to refer you to the promise of Him who hath said, "Lo, I am with you always." The voice of your darling can cheer your home no more but it is tuned for a higher, loftier ministry. Let it be a time to unite your souls to him who granted you her cheering presence for those eight months. Weep not that the flower is plucked so soon, for it is now ever safe from the blast of a cold world and the temptations and trials you must here endure. You cannot call her back so resolve, as did David, to go to her, and strive as a family to be united in the sweet beyond. - You have a treasure laid up in the city of God - A bright jewel that never can rust. - For a while she dwelt with you in a casket of clay, - But the casket is now in the dust. - And as here in the light of this beautiful eve - You're thinking of your loved one o'er and o'er, - And say to yourself in the city above - You will find your lost jewel once more. - The dear Lord who gave her and took her away - Will not leave you forever alone - He will give her back to your bosom again - When you go where your loved one has gone.

FIELDS, Jonathan Ray
St. Clair County Courier, 24 November 2006
Jonathan Ray Fields, 17, Collins, was born on July 5, 1989 to Don and Sherry Fields and passed away on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2006. Jonathan was a loving and caring person. He loved spending time with his dog and he enjoyed working on his truck and car. Jonathan enjoyed spending his time riding around on his three-wheeler with is friends and also enjoyed spending time with his family. Jonathan enjoyed teasing his sister all his life and was a student of Weaubleau High School. Jonathan is survived by his parents, Don Fields, Collins, and Sherry Fields, Lowry City; his sister, Melissa McCoy and her husband, Brad; nephew, Tyler, of the home; grandparents, John and Donna Goodwin, Collins, Don and Bonnie Fields, Versailles, and Dorothy Wynes, Lowry City. Jonathan will be greatly missed by his family, friends and classmates. Services were Wednesday, Nov. 15, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola, with Reverend Jon Caudle officiating. Musical selections were "Peace In The Valley", "The Long Black Train" and "I Did It My Way". Casketbearers were Ethan Cumley, Brent Rains, Clint Wilkerson, Dalton Wilkerson, Derrick Voyles, Bryce Vogel, Dustin Gregg, Harley Wilkerson, Mack Wilkerson and Brian Hammond. Interment was in the Osceola Cemetery under the direction of Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola.

FIELDS, Larry Gene
Adrian Journal, 20 August 2007
Larry Gene Fields, 51 of Butler, MO died Friday, August 24, 2007 at his home. Funeral services 2:00 PM Tuesday, August 28 at the Atkinson Chapel, Adrian, MO with visitation from 1:00-2:00. Burial in Taberville cemetery, Taberville, MO. Contributions may be made to the Larry Fields Memorial Fund. Larry was born in Lee's Summit, MO on May 4, 1956, the son of Lewis Artis and Clarice Florene (Coonce) Fields. Larry attended school at Lee's Summit and had worked as a carpenter. He married Barbara Rodgers on October 12, 1976 in Bentonville, AR. Larry and Barbara lived in Rich Hill, MO for 17 years before recently moving to Butler. Larry enjoyed watching John Wayne movies, coon hunting, fishing, Chiefs football and raising chickens.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Ronald Dean Fields, four sisters, Shirley Ann Eslick, Caroyn Sue Barnard, Donna Louise Barnard and Barbara Ann Fields. Survivors include: his wife Barbara of the home; two sons, Lewis and Clinten Fields both of Butler; two brothers, Randy Fields and wife Helen of Horton, MO and Lewis Fields and wife Mary of Butler; four grandchildren, Colton Ryan Davis, Zachary Preston Fields, Beckett Michael Gene Black and Madeline Renee Black; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and a host of friends. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Larry's caregiver, Melanie White.
Arrangements under the direction of Atkinson Funeral Home, Adrian, MO.

FINCH, David R.
Appleton City Journal, Appleton City, MO, 18 May 1933
Death of D. R. Finch - Mrs. Flora Allinson is in receipt of the news of the death of her brother, David R. Finch, which occurred at his home in Bently, Canada, on May 13th. He was the son of Judge and Mrs. Franklin Finch who passed away many years ago. He was raised near Rockville, leaving that community about 27 years ago. He has visited several times in the old home and with relatives since leaving this community. He leaves beside his wife, a brother, Luther Finch, of Okmulgee, Okla., and two sisters, Mrs. M. E. Barnett, of Rockville, and Mrs. Flora Allinson of Appleton City, and several nieces and nephews.

FIRESTONE, Paul Thomas
Clinton Daily Democrat, 4 February 2002
Funeral services for Paul Tom "PT" Firestone, who died Wednesday, January 16, 2002, were held Sunday, January 20, 2 p.m., at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel. Burial was in Robinson Cemetery, with arrangements under the direction of Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola.

FIRESTONE, Paul Thomas
Clinton Daily Democrat, 6 February 2002
Paul Thomas (P.T.) Firestone was born October 21, 1937, in Humansville to Paul E. and Edna Weatherford Firestone. He was involved in a vehicle accident on January 14, 2002, and lost his life on January 16, from injuries resulting from the accident. His early years were spent in the Collins-Weaubleau area. At an early age he professed his faith in Christ and was baptized, becoming a member of the Collins Christian Church. In 1955 Paul Tom graduated from Weaubleau High School. He furthered his education at Missouri University in Columbia, where he majored in agriculture. He married Wanda Lyke in 1959 and in 1960 became the proud father of his only child, Pauline. His life's work consisted of truck driver and dispatcher for Clearfield Cheese Company, working in the family-owned Goodrich Funeral Home, dispatcher for Lowe Oil Company and finally, his great passion, cattle farming. In 1993 he married Cynthia Chandler Simpson and they, along with her son, Kyle, made their home at Vista, later moving to the farm at Collins. P.T. was an active member of the community, serving on various boards and committees during his lifetime, including the MFA Board, the St. Clair Cattleman's Association and the Robinson Cemetery Board. He never met a stranger and greeted all with a smile, a joke and a story. He will be remembered as one of the most optimistic, vibrant, caring and loving individuals. Although P.T. suffered sadness in his life, just as we all do, he worked through it with a calm acceptance that taught all of us to look to the future with hope and a positive attitude. He was a pillar of strength to those around him. After a visit with P.T., your spirits were lifted and you just felt good. He always seemed to carry his rainbow with him. He made the special effort and went the extra mile to keep the old friendships intact and yet, there was always room in his life for a new friend. His personality was ageless and his friends ranged from young to old. He knew how to give and to receive friendship, to impart that special God-given gift of love to his fellow man in a gentle and caring manner to one and all. His greatest pride and joy were his family, his friends, his pets and his cattle.
P.T. was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Edna, and his beloved daughter, Pauline. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife, Cindy, of the home; stepson, Kyle Simpson, as well as a multitude of friends. Services were held on Sunday, January 20, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. He was laid to rest at Robinson Cemetery, Collins.

FITCH, Tina M.
Hill & Son Funeral Home
December 31, 1963 - December 29, 2005. Graveside Services - Appleton City Cemetery Appleton City, Missouri Monday, January 2, 2006 1:00 PM  Minister - Pastor Greg Mangum. Visitation - Hill & Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, Missouri Monday, January 2, 2005 12:00 - 1:00 PM. Memorial - Family Love Fund (Memorial Fund Raiser Dinner at the Cigar Box Jan. 8, 2006 3:00 PM 816-421-7222).

FITCH, Tina M.
Tina M. Fitch, daughter of Donald Eugene and Billie Daline (Barger) Fitch, was born in Kansas City, Missouri December 31, 1963. She passed away December 29, 2005 at North Kansas City Hospital in North Kansas City, Missouri at 41 years of age. Tina lived most of her life in Kansas City and had only recently moved to Osceola, Missouri. She was a most loving, caring and giving person who will be dearly missed by all who had the honor of knowing her. In life she collected angels and in eternity she will be our angel (continued in heaven). Tina was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents. Survivors include her two sisters, Donna J. Fitch of Lee’s Summit, Missouri and Tanya “Toni” A. Fitch of Kansas City, Missouri and two nieces, Nicole M. Sands of New Haven, Connecticut and Ashley L. Fisher of Blue Springs, Missouri.

FITCH, Tina M.
Kansas City Star, 1 January 2006
Tina M. Fitch - Tina M. Fitch, 41, Kansas City, MO, passed away Thurs., December 29, 2005, at North Kansas City Hospital, North Kansas City, MO. Graveside services will be 1 p.m., Mon., Jan. 2, 2006, Appleton City, MO; to funeral home: take 71 Hwy. S to Hwy. 52 E. to Appleton City, 2 blocks N. on Poplar St. Burial: Apple City Cemetery, Appleton. Visitation: 12-1 p.m., Mon., Jan. 2, at Hill & Son Funeral Home. Memorial contributions to Family Love Fund; memorial fund raiser dinner at the Cigar Box, Jan. 8, 3 p.m., (816) 421-7222. Arr: Hill & Son Funeral Home LLC, Appleton City, MO.

FLOYD, Jennieve Haste
Clinton Daily Democrat, 18 February 2003
Jennieve Floyd, 85, Des Moines, Iowa, formerly of St. Clair County, died Sunday, February 16, 2003 at the Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. Funeral services will be Friday, February 21st, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel with burial in the Osceola Cemetery.

FLOYD, Robert Gustiva Sr.
Clinton Daily Democrat, July 1995
Robert Gustiva Floyd, Sr. was born November 17, 1912, in Pleasant Hill to Gustave and Dora Lindsay Floyd. He died July 14, 1995, at his home in Des Moines, Iowa, at the age of 82 years, seven months and 27 days.
Robert lived in the Osceola area from 1931 until 1949. He was a longtime resident of Des Moines, Iowa. Robert was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a retired truck driver, retiring in 1977 and was a member of the Teamsters Union. On November 2, 1945, Robert was united in marriage to Jennieve Haste in Kansas City. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Ray Allen Floyd, two brothers, Abraham Floyd and Edwin Albert Floyd, one sister, Fern Markham. He is survived by his wife, Jennieve Floyd of the home; two sons, Robert G. Floyd, Jr. of Des Moines, Iowa, and Edward Floyd, Woodward, Iowa; two sisters, Dorothy Coppenhaver of Kansas City, and Bertha Pollard of Camdenton; two brothers, Herman Floyd of ElDorado Springs, and Steele Floyd, Raytown, and four grandchildren, other relatives and friends.

FLOYD, Steel Thomas
Clinton Daily Democrat, 22 July 2002
Steele T. "Iron Man" Floyd, 79, Raytown, died Friday, July 19, 2002, at Adrian Manor, Adrian. He was a retired checker and driver for Auto Convoy, a division of Ford Motors. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 24, in the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Burial will be in Osceola Cemetery