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GOANS, Anita Lou
Osceola Library Files, April 1953
Graveside services were held in the Landaker Cemetery Sunday afternoon for Anita Lou Goans, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Warren Goans. The infant was born in a Clinton hospital Saturday and lived two hours. Burial was under the direction of the Goodrich funeral home.

GOANS, Billy Richard
Clinton Daily Democrat, 5 December 2002
Billy R. Goans, 72, Lowry City, a health care maintenance worker, died Tuesday, December 3, 2002 at the VA Hospital in Kansas City. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m. at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola, with burial in Lowry City Cemetery.

GOANS, Wanda Y. Greenwell
Wanda Y. Goans passed away Thursday, Nov. 6, 2006, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Clinton, after a six year battle with cancer. Wanda was born Oct. 23, 1930, near Lowry City, to Jewell Bray Greenwell and Lawrence Greenwell. She was the oldest of six children. Wanda attended Lowry City schools where she graduated in 1948. On Aug. 24, 1950, Wanda married Waren H. Jack Goans. To this union three children were born, Carol Marie, Jackie Lee and Anita Lou. Wanda worked at Unitog Sewing Factory in Clinton during this time. This marriage ended in divorce. On Nov. 24, 1953, Wanda married Jason Riley Goans. To this union five children were born, Marcia Ann, Linda Sue, Gloria Jean, Stanley J. and David Kevin. Wanda and Jason settled on a farm east of Lowry City where they lived until Jason's death in November 1961. Wanda accepted Christ in 1962 and was baptized at the old Lowry City Christian Church, with membership at Park Grove Christian Church. Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Jewell Greenwell; one son, Jackie Lee; one daughter, Anita Lou; one great grandson, Leif Eric; and her brother, Wayne Greenwell. Wanda leaves behind six children, Carol Welch, Marcia Hiser and Stanley Goans, all of Lowry City; Linda Newell, Scott City, Gloria Crowder, Deepwater and David Goans, Smyrna, Tenn.; and her four brothers and sisters, Bill Greenwell and Raymond Greenwell of Lowry City, Brenda Simmons, Clinton and Rosetta Goss, Osawatomie, Kan. She will be greatly missed by her 13 grandchildren, Shawna Wilcox, Dusty Kalberloh, Jason Hiser, Isaac Newell, Brandon Goans, Marissa Hiser, Courtney Newell, Teea Green, Emily Kellis, Sasha Crowder, Christopher Goans, Reagan Goans and Whitney Crowder and 14 great grandchildren. Services for Wanda were Sunday, Nov. 12, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel with Reverends Jeff Ferguson, Mike Jenkins and James Eager officiating. Musical selections were "When I Get Where I'm Goin", by Brad Paisley and Dolly Parton, "Go Rest High On That Mountain", by Vince Gill and "I Did It My Way", by Elvis Presley. Casketbearers were J.O. Greenwell, Lee Aaron Greenwell, David Garcia, Brian Perriman, Jimmy Greenwell, and Jim Kalberloh.
Honorary casketbearers were Gary Perriman, Richard Perriman and John Ake. Interment was in the Landaker Cemetery under the direction of Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola.

GOFF, Jonathan
The Voice of The People, Page 2, 16 April 1882
Speedwell Items - Jonathan Goff, an old and respected citizen, died last Friday. His remains were followed to the grave by a large concourse of friends and sympathizing friends. Jonathan Goff died April 14, 1882 and is buried at the Union Point Cemetery.

GOIN, Glendora Heflin
St. Clair Courier, 16 December 2005
Glendora Goin, 79, Collins, died Friday, December 9, 2005, in her home. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Heflin, she was born at Wardsville on August 11, 1926. In 1964, Glendora and Billy Joe Goin were married. For the past 16 years they had lived near Collins. She was a member of Humansville Full Gospel Church and a homemaker. A son, Richard Williams, preceded her in death. Survivors include her husband, Bill, of the home; nine children, Charles Williams, Herbert Williams, James Williams and Albert Stanley, all of Independence, Kenny Williams and Iva Stanley, both of Kansas City, Ronnie Williams, Gladstone, Judy Stanley, Polo and Douglas Williams, Humansville; 15 grandchildren; and 37 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Monday, Dec. 12 in Humansville Full Gospel Church with Rev. Robert Harris officiating. Interment was in Humansville Cemetery.

GOOD, Benjamin Finis
Clinton Daily Democrat
Benjamin F. Good, 79, Lowry City, died Saturday, October 4, 1997, at the Sac-Osage hospital in Osceola. Funeral services were Monday, October 6, at 11 a.m. at the Sharon Baptist Church in Lowry City. Burial was in the Brush Creek Cemetery, rural Collins. Mr. Good was a retired machinist.

GOOD, Eunice Pauline DeShazo
ElDorado Sun, Thursday, 17 July 2008
Eunice Pauline (DeShazo) Good, 89, Lowry City, was born June 2, 1919, in St. Clair County, to Frank E. and Bessie E. DeShazo. She passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2008, in Truman Lake Manor – Lowry City. She grew up in St. Clair County, and was united in marriage to her one and only sweetheart, Benjamin Finis Good, on Nov. 11, 1939. We fondly remember the stories of how he would ride his horse several miles through moonlit woods to court her. They spent all of their lives in St. Clair County, with the exception of a brief time in Cedar and Henry Counties and Conway, AR. To this union, five children were born – Jimmie Dale, Mary June, Katherine Louise, Carol Jean and Bennie Gale. Eunice was saved in 1938 as a young woman of 19 at Brush Creek Baptist Church during a revival meeting. She later joined Sharon Baptist Church in 1959 where she remained a true and faithful member until her death. We can truly say she has fought a good fight, she has finished her course, she has kept the faith. She is now in heaven with the saints above in that beautiful City of Gold. Eunice was a strong and respected influence on her family who loved her dearly and simply knew her as “Mom” or Grandma Good.” She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother all her life and taught her children and grandchildren that being saved and serving God with a true heart were more Important and precious than all the world's riches and possessions. We will all miss her very much and will cherish our many, many fond memories. Eunice was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 58 years, Ben F. Good; an infant son, Jimmie Dale Good; her parents, Frank E. and Bessie E. DeShazo; and three siblings – Roy Cameron DeShazo, Sarah Elizabeth DeShazo and an infant brother. Surviving are three daughters – Mary Young, Kathy Coale and husband, Larry, and Carol Scott and husband, Raymond; one son, Ben Good and fiance, Kim; seven grandchildren – Rick Coale and wife, Sarah, Dena Chambers and husband, Doug, Kelly McPeak and husband, Eric, Shawn Young and wife, Holly, Stephanie Dull and husband, Jeff, Robert Naylor, and Ryan Naylor and wife, Elisa; one step-granddaughter, Kelsey Scott; 11 great-grandchildren – Regan McPeak, Simone Young, Kirby Coale, Ethan McPeak, Cory Coale, Dalton Dull, Gable Dull, Cameron McPeak, Maggie Chambers, Clara Chambers and Landon Dull; and five siblings – Ruth Sims, Ruby Kennon, Don DeShazo, Mark DeShazo and Frank DeShazo. Services were held Wednesday, June 10, in the Sharon Baptist Church with Elder J.D. Baker officiating. Musical selections were Sheltered In The Arms Of God, Climbing Up Zion's Hill, A Child Of The King and My Mother's Prayer, by Candi Baker and Tim Dull. Casketbearers were – Kirby Coale, Ethan McPeak, Cory Coale, Dalton Dull, Gable Dull, Landon Dull, Eric McPeak, Jeff Dull and Doug Chambers. Interment was in Brush Creek Cemetery under the direction of Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home – Osceola.

GOOD, Joseph B.
Lowry City Independent, 3 October 1929
Lowry City and this section of St. Clair County was shocked Tuesday, when the report came that J.B. Good, cashier of the Lowry City Bank, had passed away at the Trinity-Lutheran hospital in Kansas City at about 6 o’clock that morning. While some were aware that Mr. Good had been in poor health for some time and had been quite ill for the past several weeks, the severity of his illness was not realized and his death came as a distinct shock to the whole community. Joseph B. Good has been a resident of Lowry City for many years. He was connected with the schools here for several years, and 26 years ago he accepted a position as bookkeeper under E.D. Sayles then cashier in the Lowry City Bank. After several years, Mr. Sayles removed to Clinton, and Mr. Good was promoted to his position, which he has held since. Many persons in the community have depended on him for advice and assistance in business matters and he will be greatly missed from the life of our community. His wife and two sons, Melville of St. Louis, and Wallace Reid of the home, survive.
Funeral services will be conducted by the Rev. A.N. Lindsey of Clinton, at the Lowry City M.E. Church at 2:30 o’clock this (Thursday) afternoon. Burial will be in the Lowry City cemetery. The Masonic lodge will have charge of the services. The Independent will print a more extended sketch of Mr. Good’s life in its issue of next week.

GOOD, Orville John
Osceola Library Files
Orville John Good, only child of Egbert and Anna Good, was born in Cedar County, Missouri, in the Flat Rock community on September 27, 1925. He attended the Black Jack school and later the El Dorado Springs schools. He was married to Maxine Leonard on April 22, 1944. The last several years of their happy married life were spent in Osceola where he was employed by the Wilson & Frank tractor company. At the time of his death (1957), following a highway accident, he was 31 years of age. He was taking advanced training in the field of radio and television. He had designed a television set which was in the process of completion. Returning home Thursday night from the Appleton City radio and television school, his car was hit head-on by a pickup truck. He was rushed to the Kansas University Hospital where he passed away Saturday morning, March 23, at 1:30 o’clock. Orville was a fine son, a loving and devoted husband, and a good neighbor. Services were held Monday, March 25, at Black Jack church, with Bro. I.C. Holland and Bro. Samuel Williams officiating. Burial was in Mound Cemetery.

GOOD, Orville John
Card of Thanks - We wish to thank the people who sent flowers and food, and for the acts of kindness and sympathy shown us following the terrible accident and after the death of our loved one. May God bless each of you. – Mrs. Orville Good, Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Good and Tena Leonard and Barbara.

GOODRICH, Forrest Brant
Osceola Library Files
F.B. Goodrich – Wednesday afternoon, July 6, 1966, at the First Baptist Church in Osceola for Forrest B. Goodrich, 70, St. Clair County Coroner who was also widely known throughout the area as the owner and operator of the Goodrich Funeral Service at Osceola for many years. Officiating at the services were Rev. Merlin Shively and John M. Belisle. Burial was made in the family plot in the Osceola Cemetery under the direction of the Goodrich Funeral Home. Forrest Brant Goodrich, son of Elizabeth Jane Anderson Goodrich and Charles E. Goodrich, was born November 8, 1895 near Bolivar, and died Sunday, July 3, at the Osceola Medical Hospital. At an early age Forrest was converted and became a member of the Baptist Church in Adonis, Missouri. He transferred his membership to the First Baptist Church in Bolivar, Missouri, while attending Southwest Baptist College in 1915. His membership was transferred to the Pleasant Springs Baptist Church in Oyer, Missouri, in 1921, where it remained until it was moved to the First Baptist Church in Osceola.
He entered the military service in World War 9 in May 1916, and served in the 339th Field Artillery of the U.S. Army in France. On March 14, 1920, he was united in marriage to Zena A. Johnson of Aldrich, Missouri. Two daughters, Agnes Louise and Mary Lou, were born to this union. He purchased a hardware and implement business in Roscoe, Missouri, August 30, 1920, and was also associated with M.D. Gwinn of El Dorado Springs, Missouri, in the undertaking business.

GOODRICH, Forrest Brant 
A Tribute - Forrest Goodrich packed a “heap o’ livin” in the little town of Roscoe where he brought his young bride and established a business after World War I. His personality is indelibly stamped on the community.
His infectious humor was about all we had during the Depression Years to keep us sane and smiling. He often paused during his busy day to amuse the town loafers with a wise crack or to remark “Boys, we’d get behind that project if we had the “wherewithal”, wouldn’t we?” I once heard him recite Longfellow’s “The Village Blacksmith” for our town smithy who looked up from his anvil, grinned happily, and went on with the grim business of ekeing out a living. There was a beautiful relationship between Forrest and my parents. He regularly dropped by to gently tease “Irene”, his pet name for my waiter-father, who was also valiantly trying to stay on top in the restaurant business during those lean years. He called my mother “the grand little lady”. She adored him. In fact, Forrest had time for older citizens who were buoyed by his merriment and good will. He was a busy man, but he was never too busy to show his concern for others. Forrest particularly showed his compassion in time of sorrow. The blessings of his presence and of his words – he had a gift for saying the right ones – have comforted many. Indeed, Forrest Goodrich will live on in the Heart of my home town. Flo Pasley Summers

GOODRICH, Forrest Brant 
Card of Thanks - Our inadequate vocabulary fails to frame words to express our heartfelt appreciation to each of you for your thoughts, prayers and concerns during the illness and passing of our loved one, Forrest B. Goodrich. To the entire staff of the Osceola Medical Hospital who ministered in the service of love, we are grateful. To the Pastor and membership of the First Baptist Church for the lovely lunch and every act of service, we thank you. To friends, neighbors, and associates for the lovely floral tributes, the contributions to the memorial funds, the delicious food, each card and each letter, each act and each gesture, we are appreciative. To each participant in the funeral service, for your devotion and comfort rendered, we are indebted.
To each member and associate of the Goodrich Funeral Home, we express our written thanks. In conclusion, as Forrest would say if he were here “God bless you. I love you everyone.” Mrs. Zena Goodrich, Agnes Louis, Ivan and Sheila Harris, Mary Lou and Don Miller -- Note: Osceola Cemetery records list: Forrest B. Goodrich, born 8 November 1895; died 3 July 1966.

GOODWIN, Tillie Graceann Wilkerson
Clinton Daily Democrat, 8 October 2003
Tillie Goodwin, 25, Collins, died Monday, October 6, 2003, at Sac-Osage Hospital due to injuries suffered in an auto accident. Funeral services will be Thursday, October 9, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. Burial will be in Osceola Cemetery.

GORDON, John Parks
Appleton City Journal, 14 March 1894
Uncle Nick Patterson went to Osceola last week to attend the funeral of his son-in-law, Mr. John Gordon.

GORRELL, Mary Magdalene
Clinton Daily Democrat, July 1993
Mrs. Mary M. Gorrell, 78, Osceola, died Sunday, July 18, 1993 at Sac-Osage Hospital in Osceola. She was born in Bridgeport, Texas. She is survived by her husband, LeRoy, of the home; one son, LeRoy Gorrell of Eureka Springs, Arkansas; one grandson, Cassidy Douglas Gorrell of Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 21, at the Resthaven Memorial Garden Cemetery, Osceola.

GOVER, Dorothy Opal Kiefer
St. Clair County Courier, 14 September 2007
Dorothy Opal "Kiefer" Gover, age 87, of Osceola passed away Sept. 5, 2007 at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was born on Nov. 29, 1919 to John D and Opal Avis 'Toalson' Kiefer. Dorothy was the third of six children Oneita Aileen, Geneva Dee, Dorothy Opal, Marjorie Lee, John D Jr., and Laura Louella. Dorothy was born in Garden City. She graduated from Osceola Public School and later attended nursing school in Humansville. It was at this time that she met Frank Gover. He showed up one day with a big arm load of lilacs and the courtship began.
Dorothy and Frank married on June 19, 1941. They had four children Frank Richard, Dorothy Jean, John Charles and Barbara Kay. Dorothy spent most of her married life along side her husband on their farm on the banks of the Osage River east of Osceola. While living on the farm, Dorothy worked several years at the Osceola Cheese Plant and the Osceola Abstract Office. After the farm was taken for Truman Lake, she and Frank moved to Lowry City, where they managed their real estate office and operated a farm they owned southeast of Lowry City off "CC" Hwy. After Frank passed away in 1997, Dorothy moved to the senior housing in Osceola. She was very happy living there with her many friends. She loved getting together with them in the evening to play cards. She loved traveling to Branson and other places with her dear friend, Marge Moran.
Dorothy was a member of the Osceola Christian Church for most of her life. She was devoted to her faith. Most recently, she had been attending the Osceola Community Church. Dorothy had many interest during her life. Cryptogram word puzzles were her main form of entertainment. She spent hours solving them. She loved nature, especially birds. She would go to the nursing home in Lowry City and read to the "old" people even though many were near her age. She liked to paint, cook (but not do dishes), listen to gospel music, watch old movies and write poems. Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband Frank, her parents John and Opal Kiefer, one grandson Gary Lee Cloud, her sister Geneva Ryan, many cousins and friends. She is survived by Richard Gover and wife, Myrna of Independence, Jeannie (Gover) Cloud and husband Don of Independence, John Gover and wife Patty of Lowry City, Barbara (Gover) Darnell and husband Rusty, of Rogersville. Her grandchildren Melanie Gover of Independence, Donna (Cloud) Terrill of Grain Valley, Patricia (Cloud) Hitchcock of Independence, Kevin Cloud of Cleveland, Nicholas Gover of Kansas City, Jason Gover of Lowry City, Jay Darnell of Wellington, New Zealand, Shaina Darnell of Springfield, Danielle Darnell of El Dorado, Kan., and eight great-grandchildren. Services were held Saturday, Sept. 8 at Osceola Community Church. Officiated by minister Greg Mangum.Music selection included "Old Rugged Cross" and "In The Garden" performed by Rich, Toni & Lester Kiefer, vocalists and Jan Cohick, pianists. Casketbearers ewre Mike Terril, Dave Hitchcock, Jay Darnell, Nicholas Gover, Kevin Cloud and Jason Gover. Honorary casketbearers were Jim Cargill, Mick Gover and Jerry Barners.Alternates were Kenny Rains, Jim Kiefer, David Gover, Rusty Darnell, Jeff Cross.
Interment was in  Osceola Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola.
 In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to the Osceola Community Church.

GOVER, Dorothy Opal Kiefer
Kansas City Star, 7 September 2007
Dorothy Opal (Kiefer) Gover, age 87, of Osceola, Mo., passed away September 5, 2007, at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was born on November 29, 1919, to John D and Opal Avis (Toalson) Kiefer. Dorothy was the third of six children: Oneita Aileen, Geneva Dee, Dorothy Opal, Marjorie Lee, John D Jr., and Laura Louella. Dorothy was born in Garden City, Mo. She graduated from Osceola Public School and later attended nursing school in Humansville, Mo. It was at this time that she met Frank Gover. He showed up one day with a big armload of lilacs and the courtship began. Dorothy and Frank married on June 19, 1941. They had four children, Frank Richard, Dorothy Jean, John Charles and Barbara Kay. Dorothy spent most of her married life alongside her husband on their farm on the banks of the Osage River east of Osceola. While living on the farm, Dorothy worked several years at the Osceola Cheese Plant and the Osceola Abstract Office. After the farm was taken for Truman Lake, she and Frank moved to Lowry City, where they managed their real estate office and operated a farm they owned southeast of Lowry City off "CC" Hwy. After Frank passed away in 1997, Dorothy moved to the senior housing in Osceola. She was very happy living there with her many friends. She loved getting together with them in the evening to play cards. She loved traveling to Branson and other places with her dear friend, Marge Moran. Dorothy was a member of the Osceola Christian Church for most of her life. She was devoted to her faith. Most recently, she had been attending the Osceola Community Church. Dorothy had many interests during her life. Cryptogram word puzzles were her main form of entertainment. She spent hours solving them. She loved nature, especially birds. She would go to the nursing home in Lowry City and read to the "old" people even though many were near her age. She liked to paint, cook (but not do dishes), listen to gospel music, watch old movies and write poems. Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband Frank, her parents John and Opal Kiefer, one grandson, Gary Lee Cloud, her sister Geneva Ryan and many cousins and friends. She is survived by Richard Gover and wife Myrna of Independence, Mo., Jeannie (Gover) Cloud and husband Don of Independence, Mo., John Gover and wife Patty of Lowry City, Mo., Barbara (Gover) Darnell and husband Rusty, of Rogersville, Mo.; her grandchildren Melanie Gover of Independence, Mo., Donna (Cloud) Terrill of Grain Valley, Mo., Patricia (Cloud) Hitchcock of Independence, Mo., Kevin Cloud of Cleveland, Mo., Nicholas Gover of Kansas City, Mo., Jason Gover of Lowry City, Mo., Jay Darnell of Wellington, New Zealand, Shaina Darnell of Springfield, Mo., Danielle Darnell of El Dorado, Kan., and eight great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday, September 8, at 4 p.m., at the Osceola Community Church, Osceola, Mo., with burial in the Osceola Cemetery under the direction of the Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola. Family will receive friends from 2:30 p.m. until service time at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Osceola Community Church.

GOVER, Frank L.
Submitted by Dorothy Jean Gover
Frank L Gover  - Frank L. Gover, lifelong resident of St. Clair County, MO, passed away December 17, 1997 at his home in Lowry City, MO. Services will be 1 p.m. Sunday, December 21, at the Sheldon- Goodrich Chapel; burial will be in the Osceola Cemetery, Osceola, MO. Family will recieve friends 7-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions to the Liver Research or American Diabetes Association. Frank L Gover was born June 19, 1919, in Corbin, MO, to Leaman Elmer and Lou Ella Mumma Gover. He was a World War II veteran, having served in the Navy aboard the USS Abatan AW4 in the Pacific. After the war, he returned home where he dedicated his life to his family and farming. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Dorothy; four children, Frank Richard Gover and Dorothy Jean Cloud, both of Independence, Missouri, John Charles Gover, Osceola, Missouri, and Barbara Kay Darnell of Bolivar, Missouri. Nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Officiating at the service was Rev. Danny Fergerson; music by Richard and Toni Kiefer, Jo Carol Smith, pianist. Casket bearers were; Mike Terrill, David Hitchcock, Jim Kiefer, Bill Shibley, Aaron Rains, and Chad Cargill.

GOVER, Glen Elmer
Kansas City Star, 28 September 2004
Glen Elmer Gover was born March 14, 1917 to Elmer and Lou Mumma Gover. He passed away September 27, 2004, at Truman Lake Manor Nursing Home in Lowry City, MO. He is survived by his wife, Clara, of Osceola, MO; two sons, Mick of Osceola, MO and David of Leawood, KS; four granddaughters; three greatgrandchildren; and many other family and friends. Funeral services will be Thursday, September 30, 2004, at 2 p.m. in the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola, MO. Burial will be in the Osceola Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until service time. Arrangements: Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home.

GOVER, Glen Elmer
Clinton Daily Democrat, 28 September 2004
Glen Elmer Gover was born March 14, 1917, to Elmer and Lou Mumma Gover, and died Monday, September 27, 2004 at Truman Lake Manor Nursing Home in Lowry City. He is survived by his wife, Clara, Osceola; two sons, Mick, Osceola, and David, Leawood, Kansas; four granddaughters, three great-grandchildren and many other family and friends. Funeral services will be Thursday, September 30, 2 p.m. at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in Osceola Cemetery.

GOVER, Leman Woodrow  
St. Clair County Courier
Leman Woodrow “Dutch” Gover, was born Nov. 6, 1912, in Osceola to Leman and Lou Ella (Mumma) Gover. He passed away July 13, 2001, at Colonial Manor Nursing Home in Appleton City. Dutch grew up in the Bear Creek Area. At a young age he joined the Bear Creek Methodist Church. He lived and worked in California and Kansas City before joining the Navy Reserve in 1942, where he worked as an aviation machinist second class. Dutch was united in marriage in 1942 to Willa Fay Buchanan. They moved in 1946 to Taberville where he farmed and worked at the El Dorado Shoe Factory for 12 years. In 1965 he joined the United Methodist Church in Rockville. Then later transferred their membership to the El Dorado Springs United Methodist Church. During his retirement, he enjoyed traveling with his wife, fishing with his good friend, Rev. Doaks, and most of all his woodworking. Dutch was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; one in infancy and Edwin and Frank Gover. He is survived by his wife, Willa; three daughters-Judy Cargill-El Dorado Springs, Susan Rains-Nevada and Debbie Cross-Appleton City; one brother; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.

GOVER, Willa Faye Buchanan
Kansas City Star, 20 September 2008
Mrs. Willa Faye (Buchanan) Gover, 91, Taberville, Mo., passed away September 18, 2008, in Nevada, Mo. Visitation 10- 10:30 a.m., services 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 20, at the Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs, Mo., at (417) 876-3838. Burial at Osceola Cemetery.

GOVER, Willa Faye Buchanan
St. Clair County Courier, September 2008
Willa Faye (Buchanan) Gover, 91, Osceola, passed away Sept. 18, 2008. She was born Dec. 19, 1916, in Osceola to Warren Wesley Buchanan and Beulah Fay (Hursh). Willa's mother, Beulah Fay'“Boots” (Hursh) Buchanan died in 1918 in Montana during the influenza epidemic. She died 11 days before Willa's second birthday. Willa and her dad moved back to Osceola where her grandmother, Nettie (Blum) Buchanan helped raise her. After graduation, she worked as a bookkeeper for Osage Valley Telephone Co. in Osceola and several neighboring towns for six years and then worked for Dr. T.H. Douglas. On Aug. 22, 1942, Willa was united in marriage to Woodrow “Dutch” Gover and continued to work for Dr. Douglas until Dutch was discharged from the Navy in 1945. To this union three children were born – Judy, Susan and Debbie.
In 1946 Willa and Dutch bought a farm near Taberville. They raised Polled Hereford cattle, hogs, and chickens and one Shetland pony named Dusty, whom they thought they would have to take to the nursing home with them (he lived so long). In 1965 Willa and Dutch joined the United Methodist Church in Rockville and later transferred their membership to the Methodist Church in El Dorado Springs. Willa was a homemaker and loved to sew and knit. She would always fix big dinners on Sundays for all of her family. Then in 1978 she started working for the Department of Revenue. Willa was preceded in death by her parents, Warren and Beulah Buchanan, her husband, Dutch, of 59 years and a great grandson, Johnathan Michael Simon. She is survived by half-sister, Sue Ella Touts; half-brother, Warren Wisley Buchanan Jr.; three daughters – Judy Cargill and husband, Jim – El Dorado Springs, Susan Rains and husband, Kenny – Nevada, and Debbie Cross and husband, Jeff – Appleton City; seven grandchildren – Tracy (Domer) Mays, Aaron Rains, Tara Simon Williams, Chad Cargill, Steven Cross, Kelli Cross and Derek Cross; 11 great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Clara Gover, and several nieces and nephews. Services were held Saturday, Sept. 20, in the Sheldon Chapel with Pastor Jim Smith officiating. Special music was How Great Thou Art and Are Ye Able by Derek Cross, accompanied by Lorraine Miller, and Kelli Cross read a poem. Pallbearers were Chad Cargill, Derek Cross, Chase Domer, Aaron Rains, Steven Cross, Lakelyn Simon and Ridge Simon. Interment under the direction of Sheldon Funeral Home was in the Osceola Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Willa Gover Memorial.

GOVER, William Levi
St. Clair County Democrat, 21 January 1915
W.L. Gover Poisoned. - W.L. (Levi) Gover of Jackson Township was accidentally poisoned at Iconium Tuesday and died at 2 o'clock. He was moved to the residence of Dr. Woods and everything possible done to counteract the poison, but after great suffering he died as stated. Mr. Gover was born in Iconium and spent his life there. He leaves a family, aged parents and several brothers and sisters, among whom are Jas. A. Gover of Osceola. The funeral will take place at 10 o'clock this morning. Interment at Iconium.

GRACE, Theon Leath Crawford
Clinton Daily Democrat, 10 December 2003
Theon Grace, 80, formerly of Clinton, died December 4, 2003, in Louisville, Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Vernon L. Grace. They were members of the First Baptist Church of Clinton.
Survivors include her daughter, Carron (Goodwin) Allman; sons, Dennis (Mathew) Grace and Marshall Grace; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Eudelle (Leath) Goodhue.
Funeral services will be Saturday, December 13, at the Park Lawn Chapel, Kansas City. Graveside services will be Saturday at the Wright Creek Cemetery in Lowry City.

GRACY, Charles
Lowry City Independent, Lowry City, St. Clair, MO, Thursday, Nov. 30, 1922. Submitted by: Karen Foreman
Chas. Gracy Dies in California - Chas. Gracy, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. S. M. Gracy, for many years residents of east of this city, died at Napa, California, November 18. The following particulars are taken from the Napa Daily Register of November 18: “Chas. Gracy, a prominent and highly esteemed resident of the Napa Redwoods for several years, passed away at 4:10 this morning at the residence of his brother, U. S. Gracy, on Oak street in this city. “Deceased had been ill for many months. It was about nine days ago that he came from the Redwoods to his brother’s home in Napa for treatment. “Mr. Gracy was aged 42 years, and was a native of Lowry City, Missouri. He came to California in 1901 and settled in the Redwoods in Napa county. “In December of 1907 he claimed Miss Skivington as his bride. “There are left to mourn his untimely demise his widow and one son, Robert. “His parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. M. Gracy of Napa, and these brothers and sisters also survive: U. S. Gracy of Napa; Arvel Gracy of Half Way, Oregon; Mrs. Jennie Klingman of Fletcher, Oklahoma; Mrs. Ettie Darr of Raymond, Washington; Mrs. Mary Miller of South Bend, Washington; Mrs. Louise Mannering of Napa Redwoods; and Mrs. Rena Anthony of San Bernardino.” Interment was made in the Tulocay cemetery at Napa, on November 22.

GRAHAM, Clara Sophia Ewing 
5 July 1946. Submitted by: Cindy Drinkard
Clara Sophia Ewing was born in Cherryvale, Ill., November 12, 1860 and passed away at the St. Joseph Hospital in Kansas City, Mo., July 5, 1946 after a three month illness. When a child she moved to Missouri, with her parents. On July 3, 1879 she was united in marriage with E.W. Graham, of Osceola, who passed away 14 months ago. To this union eleven children were born, five of whom preceded her in death. Mr. and Mrs. Graham celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary July 3, 1944. Mrs. Graham was a faithful wife and devoted mother. She lived a consistant Christian life, having been Converted and united with the Macedonia Church when she was a young mother. She was known for her patience, especially patience in suffering. Survivors include one sister, Mrs. Jessie A. Dotson of Denver, Colorado. The children are: Mrs. Minnie Glazebrook of Wheatland, Mo. Mrs. Ethel Jessee, Mrs. Maude Graham of Kansas City, Mo.; Mrs. Zeddie Hill of San Antonio, Texas; Mrs. Hazel Mueller of Cleveland, Ohio, and Homer Graham of Vista, Mo. There are twenty grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren. Funeral services were held in the Vista Baptist Church Sunday afternoon with the Rev. W.S. Bayne officiating. Burial was in the Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of the Osceola Funeral Home.

GRAHAM, Clara Sophia Ewing
Submitted by: Cindy Drinkard
Card of Thanks - We desire to thank our friends for the aid and assistance rendered us during the sickness and death of our mother. The Graham Children

GRAHAM, Enoch Webster
7 April 1945. Submitted by Cindy Drinkard
E.W. Graham - Enoch Webster Graham, 87, died at 11 Friday night, April 7, at his home near Vista. Coming to this county from West Virginia when he was only 2 1/2 years old he spent the remainder of his life here. He built the home in which he died 46 years ago and has lived there ever since. His was the first death in this home.
Funeral services were conducted for him Monday, April 9 at 2:30 at the Vista Baptist church by the Rev. W.S. Bayre, who also, was born in West Virginia and is only 6 1/2 months younger than the late Mr. Graham. The Rev. Mr. Bayne took his text from the 2nd Psalm, and the 20th chapter of Revelation.Interment was at the Macedonia cemetery under the direction of the Osceola Funeral Home. Pall bearers were C.F. George, Jim Loftin, Thos. E. Stiles, Fred Peery, Charles Kelly and Thomas Graham. Born Aug. 11, 1857 in W. Virginia, he and his parents came to St. Clair county before the Civil War. His parents died when he was only a small child and are buried near Tiffin. Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Dawson reared him. He left home when he was united in marriage to Clara S. Ewing July 3, 1879 at the home of her grandfather in Humansville. This happy couple were among the comparatively few who live long enough to celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary. Mr. Graham worked for "Uncle Johnnie" Dawson in his grocery in Osceola and later managed the general store for Dave Doughat at Vista for a number of years before devoting all of his time to farming. Mr. and Mrs. Graham reared all but one of their eleven children to be grown. Flornce died in infancy and four others preceded their father in death after they had established their own homes and had families. These deceased children are Edgar of Vista; Mrs. Virginia Long of Wheatland; Frank of Denver and Mrs. Edna Feaster of South Bend, Ind. The surviving children were all home to be with their mother for the funeral except Mrs. Hazel Mueller of Cleveland, O. They are Mrs. Minnie Glazebrook of Wheatland; Mrs. Ethel Jessie of Kansas City; Mrs. Maude Graham of Kansas City; Mrs. Zeddie Hill of San Antonio, Texas; and Homer Graham of Vista. Surviving are 21 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Mr. Graham was so proud of the five grandsons and one great grandson by marriage. Cpl. Koffmann now enroute to the European theatre of war, who are all in military service: Medical Technician Graham, (Bob) Andrews who was stationed at Pearl Harbor when it was attacked and has been a prisoner of war since May 1942; 1st Lt. Jack Andrews is in the Pacific area with the an Airborne division; 2nd Lt. Frank J. Graham Jr. is a fighter pilot in the Pacific. It is a coincidence that little Frank III was born on Mr. and Mrs. Graham's 65th wedding anniversary and Mr. Graham died on Lt. Graham's birthday. George Graham is in San Diego for reassignment to a ship and Stanley Graham US Navy is in a store keeper's scroel at Sampan, N.Y.
Mr. Graham was a devout member of the Baptist church. He was Baptized by the Rev. J.N. Freeman at the Macedonia church. Lately he was a charter member of the Vista Baptist church and was ordained a deacon. He always lived true to the highest Christian standard and was active in the promotion of church, school and community welfare. After his health failed and he was unable to attend church services he was a regular listener to Baptist radio broadcasts that he loved. He had been confined to his bed and chair for 16 months since Dec. 22, 1943. He was a kind and loving husband, father and grandfather; devoted to his family and many friends who were numbered by his acquaintences. The church and community will greatly miss the beloved and trustworthy citizen and friend but survivors must not weep for one who so firmly believed "Thy will be done!"

GRAHAM, Harold
Clinton Daily Democrat, 16 August 2004
Harold Graham was born July 26, 1909, in St. Clair County, to Garland and Mable Florence Weaver Graham. He married the former Ruth Mona Randall. She preceded him in death November 25, 1996. Harold had farmed all of his life. He was a graduate of Deepwater High School. Harold enjoyed people and was a good friend to all who knew him. He was an avid reader and one of his greatest pleasures was to go to the Henry County Library and visit with the staff. In addition to his wife Ruth, his parents, one brother Clyde Graham, and two sisters, Lucille Huston and Viola Cornett, also preceded him in death. Survivors include two sisters, Margie Yallaly, Smithville, and Geneva Clara Peace, Liberty, plus several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at Consalus Chapel Thursday, July 8. Interment was at Lowry City Cemetery.

GRAHAM, Juliet A.
Osceola Herald, Thursday, April 9, 1868
Obituary. - In Osceola, Mo., at midnight, April 6th, 1868. Juliet A., wife of W.D. Graham, aged twenty-four years, of pulmonary consumption. (Obituary apparently written by Dr. D.C. McNutt, M.D., of DeWitt, Iowa.)

GRAHAM, Maude M. Graham
Submitted by: Cindy Drinkard
Funeral services for Maude M. Graham, 89, were held Monday, December 31at the Vansant-Mills Chapel in Clinton. Burial was in the Englewood Cemetery. Mrs. Graham died Saturday Dec. 29, 1979 at the Golden Valley Hospital. She was born in Vista, MO. and had lived in Clinton 67 years. She was a member of the First Christian Church, Clinton and the Women's Democratic Club. She is survived by a brother, Homer Graham of Osceola and two sisters, Hazel J. Mueller and Minnie Glazebrook, both of Clinton.

GRAHAM, Thomas Samuel
Osceola Library files
Thomas S. Graham, son of Ada Peery Graham and Milton J. Graham, was born in St. Clair County in 1897 and departed this life on April 5, 1985. His early life was spent in the Vista community of St. Clair County. He served his country during World War I with the United States Army. On March 1, 1922, he was united in marriage to Vivian Whiting. They made their home in the Vista area for many years. Tom was a merchant in Osceola and vista until he retired in the 1950s to operate his farm which he did the remaining years of his life.
He joined the Vista Methodist Church in 1922 and served it faithfully until his death. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Marcus, and two sisters, Cosby and Avanell. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Vivian, a nephew, Milton Ward of Hutchison, KS, a niece, Mrs. Marion Harper of Wheatland, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held Monday, April 3, 1985 at 11 a.m., at the Goodrich Chapel in Osceola, with the Rev.’s David Mansingh and Dennis Willis officiating. Music was provided by J.A. Hartley, soloist, and Mrs. Irene Hartley, accompanist. Interment was in the Osceola Cemetery. -- Note: Osceola Cemetery record lists: Thomas Samuel Graham, born 21 February 1897; died 5 April 1985.

GRAHAM, William Stanley
Submitted by: Cindy Drinkard
Mrs. N.G. Hill's brother-in-law, Mr. W.S. Graham of Clinton, Missouri, was killed in a train accident
March 1, 1948.

GRAHAM, William Stanley
Submitted by: Cindy Drinkard
W.S Graham Killed - Death Is Immediate When He Falls Under Cars While in the Line Of Duty. - W. S. Graham , brakeman on the Frisco railroad, was killed in the yards at Harrisonville about mid-morning Monday, March 1, 1948, as the local on which he was working was pulling out, after picking up two cars. The rain began to turn to ice after the train left Clinton and while there were no eye witnesses to the accident that took the life of this worthy citizen. It was brought out at the inquest held later in Harrisonville, then he must have slipped on the icy iron and fallen under the moving train. William Stanley Graham was born April 12, 1889, at Windsor, the son of S.G, and Mary Elizabeth Sherbourne Graham. He was one of their four children that lived at Windsor and Sedalia most of their early years and were schooled at Windsor. They moved to Clinton about 45 years ago.
Miss Maude Graham became his wife June 15, 1912, and they made their home in Clinton as he was then employed by the old KCC&S railroad that was later abandoned. After the line became defunct, Mr. Graham was employed by the Frisco Railroad, a fine, conscientious workman. One son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Graham, Stanley E., office manager with the Alexander Smith Company in Kansas City since his discharge from the service. Mr. and Mrs. Graham who had lived a short time in the city returned to Clinton November 15, 1947 and purchased their present home at 105 North 7th St. Mr Graham was a real home lover, taking much pride in keeping everything in order, doing the many carpenter jobs that gave their house the lived-in, at-home look that so many residences lack. Of quiet manner and unostentatious tastes, Mr. Graham had the sincerity and genuineness of the man of rescource, and to his family and friends he was a real strength. His life was a lesson in genuine goodness, and he sidestepped no responsibility, giving to every job his best effort. Surviving are his beloved wife and only son, who spent the Sunday before the accident with his father; one sister, Mrs. Iva Gates of Clinton, and one brother George Graham of Pasadena, Calif. The other brother in the family, Chas., (Chalk), who worked in the Goss Clothing Store, died in WWI. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. George S. Caroland at 2:30 p.m., Wednesday at the Christian Church where he had so long been a faithful and dependable member, usually in the congregation Sunday evening, and with his wife a valued member of the 50-50 Sunday School class, which they helped organize. The body was laid to rest at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, MO.

GRANT, Hazel M. Walker
Clinton Daily Democrat
Mrs. Hazel M. Grant, 94, Lowry City, died Monday morning, June 27, 1994, at Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton. Mrs. Grant was born near Osceola and was a lifelong Lowry City area resident. She was a member of the High Hill Baptist Church near Osceola. Survivors are nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Pleasant Mound Cemetery. Burial will be in the Pleasant Mound Cemetery near Osceola.

GRAPETINE, Frances E.
Kansas City Star, 1 May 2004
Frances E. Grapetine, age 92, of Clinton, MO, passed away Thursday, April 29, 2004, at Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City, MO. Graveside services will be 4 p.m. Saturday, May 1, 2004, at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, with Rev. Lawrence Lewis officiating. Family suggests contributions to the Twin Lakes Hospice and many be left at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO. Frances was born in Ridgeville Manitoba, Canada. She was married to Herbert Grapetine, who preceded her in death. She is survived by two daughters, Beverly VanZanten and husband, Niko, of Osceola, MO, and Valerie L. Lanning and husband, Richard, of St. Charles, MO; one son, Terry Grapetine and wife, Jean, of Ankeny, IA; one sister, Kay Ross of Oak Bank, Manitoba, Canada; as well as eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Arrangements: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, Mo.

GRASS, Tamer Mattie Morris
Submitted by Cheryl Bell.
Tamer Mattie Grass was born September 17th, 1894 in Missouri and departed this life December 23, 1981, in a convalescent hospital in Modesto, Ca. Her parents were Lee Andrew and Mary Morris. She married Alfred H. Grass, and they raised their family of five children in the Prairie Home School area, also known as The Bend.
They moved to California in 1943 where they bought a home in Empire, Ca. She was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church of Empire. She is survived by her children, Melvin and Babe Grass, of Empire; A.H., Jr. and Nickie Grass, Vernon and Elaine Grass, Barbara French and Mary A. Patterson, all of Modesto, Ca.; and Bill Patterson of Louisiana.

GRASS, William Ray
Appleton City Journal, 2 November 1916. Submitted by Cheryl Bell.
Died - At eight o'clock Thursday morning, October 26, 1916, William Ray, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Grass. He was just three weeks and four days old. His sickness was very brief, but the disease, Hemorrhage of the brain, was so serious that Death's Angel soon hovered around and took the little darling from our midst. -b 'Tis hard to break the tender cord, - When love has bound the heart - 'Tis hard, so hard to speak the word, - We must forever part. - Dearest one we must lay thee - In the peaceful grave's embrace - But thy memory will be cherished - 'Till we see thy heavenly face. - God in his wisdom has recalled the voice we loved to hear. Although his little body slumbers here, his soul is safe in Heaven. - The twelve grandchildren are: Morris Grass, Michael Grass, Gwen James, Vickie Aloise, Diane Swanger, Charlotte Lemke, Richard Elliott, Verna Lee Bertolero, Vernon Grass, Kevin Mize, Donnie and Rhonda French. She also had 25 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.Funeral services were conducted December 28, 1981 at Salas Brothers Chapel, with Rev. Sam Houston and A.J. Vos officiating. Burial was in Lakewood Memorial Cemetery. Music was provided by Jo Medearis, who sang "Beautiful Isle of Somewhere" and "It Is No Secret", with Carolyn Hill at the organ. Pallbearers were: Morris Grass, Mike Grass, Richard Elliott, Kevin Mize, Bill Lemke and Scott French.

GRAYSON, Mildred G. Rector
St. Clair County Courier, 21 April 2006
Mildred G. Grayson was born on Dec. 5, 1913, to Ulysses G. and Sarah Elizabeth Ball Rector and passed away on April 6, 2006, at Village Green Adult Foster Home, Klamath Falls, Ore., after a short illness.
Mildred was preceded in death by her husband, Ervin L. Grayson; daughters, Charlotte Grayson and Virginia Gutierrez. She is survived by two daughters, Evelyn Brennan and her husband, Pat, Shirley Roberts and her husband, Leon; two sons, Everett Grayson adn his wife, Mary Lou and Steven Grayson and his wife, Colleen; and son-in-law Pat Gutierrez; 17 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Services for Mildred were April 12, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel with Reverend Scott Hill officiating. Musical selections were "It Is Well With My Soul" and "Just A Closer Walk With Thee". Casketbearers were her grandsons, Phillip Grayson, Ken Grayson, Michael Gutierrez, Don Grayson, Steven Roberts and Lorenzo Gutierrez. Interment was in the Freeman-Holsapple Cemetery, Collins, under the direction of Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola.

GREATHOUSE, Carol
Kansas City Star, 19 December 2007
Carol Greathouse, 65, of Lincoln, Mo., passed away on December 16, 2007, at home. Funeral services will be held 1:30 p.m. Friday, December 21.

GREATHOUSE, Harold R.
St. Clair County Courier, 22 April 1970
Funeral services were held April 21 at Collins Baptist Church at 2 p.m. for Harold Greathouse of Collins who died April 18 at Sac-Osage Hospital after a long illness. Officiating at the service was Rev. Phillip Peek. Mrs. June Brown and Mrs Betty Sprowls sang. They were accompanied at the organ by Mrs. Barbara Hensley.
Pallbearers were Omer Best, Fred Meredith, J.K. Butcher, Charles Meredith, Glen Culbertson and Roland Lamb. Burial was made in Robinson Cemetery under the direction of Goodrich Funeral Home. Survivors are his wife, Ozelma, his daughters, Mrs. Melvin Hensley and Mrs. Don Deshazo, Collins, one sister, Myrtle Ford of Blue Springs, five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Mr. Greathouse was born September 12, 1898.

GREATHOUSE, Harry Clifford
St. Clair County Courier, Friday, 30 May 2008
Harry Clifford Greathouse was born June 20, 1931 at the Greathouse homestead at Salt Creek., Osceola, to Thomas Frederick and Edna Irene [Collins] Greathouse. He was called to be with the Lord May 24, 2008 at Centerpoint Hospital, Independence. Harry and Delores Christine Evans loved and raised a family together for 54 years. They were united in marriage July 27, 1962. To this union five children were born. Harry was employed as a melter for Armco steel for 40 years, retiring in 1993. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas F. Greathouse and Edna Greathouse, brothers, John, Freddie, Bob and Charley. Harry is survived by his loving wife, Christine, of the home, children, John and his wife Marinel, Rockville, Connie and her husband Mike Wasmer of Peculiar, Karen and her husband Joe B. Wallace of Abilene, Texas, Darryl and his wife Raynette of Kansas city, Timothy Greathouse of Kansas City, one brother Bill Greathouse of Osceola, one sister Norma Wishon of Waldron, 15 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Services were held Wednesday, May 28, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel with Reverend Dana Taylor officiating.
Music selections included "Amazing Love" by Alvin Reasoner and "Amazing Grace" by Danny Greathouse and Marinel Greathouse. Casketbearers were Phillip Henley, Shelby Goodman, Tommy Roberts, Brad Moore, Jr., Tony Snodgrass, Josh Holmes, Justin Holmes and Richard Davis. Honorary casketbearers were Danny Greathouse, Kelly Greathouse, Kory Greathouse and Tedd Wallace. Flowergirls were Hannah Grady, Anna Greathouse and Sierra Greathouse. Interment was in Lowry City Cemetery with arrangements by Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola.

GREATHOUSE, Maggie Leona Postlewait
Clinton Daily Democrat, 5 July 2001
Maggie Leona Postlewait Greathouse was born on March 8, 1922, at rural Osceola, to Virgil and Lillian Postlewait and died Tuesday, July 3, 2001, at her home near Osceola. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and one son-in-law Leonard. Surviving are her seven children and spouses, Ida Ruth and Bob Tucker, Dallas, Texas, Mary Lillian and Wayne Sisseck, Deerfield, J. V. and Mary Beth Greathouse, Osceola, Bonnie and Galen Jones, Overland Park, Kansas, Brenda Query, Kansas City, Betty Jean and Jerry Yockey, El Dorado Springs, and Thom Greathouse, Kansas City; her brother, Tommy Postlewait of the home; 21 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and a special niece, Susan Grower Bennett, Kansas City; numerous nieces and nephews; relatives, friends and church acquaintance and one brother-in-law, James Greathouse, Kansas City. Funeral services will be Friday, July 6, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Yeater Cemetery, near Osceola.

GREATHOUSE, Vera Louise Evans
Kansas City Star, 11 December 2008
Vera L. Greathouse, 71, of Independence, Mo., formerly of Osceola, Mo., passed away December 9, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Freddie L. Greathouse. She is survived by seven children, Wesley Greathouse and wife Susan, Steven Greathouse, Lillian Danner, Harold Greathouse, Lori Greathouse, Leslie Jonasec and husband Jeff, Victoria Fries and husband Mark. She leaves 16 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, 10 brothers and sisters, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday, Dec. 13 at 1 p.m. at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola. The family will receive friends from 12 p.m. until service time in the funeral home. Final disposition, cremation, under direction of the Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola.

GREEN, Hattie May Moffett
St. Clair County Courier, 24 November 2006
Hattie May Green was born May 27, 1938, in Harrisonville, to John William and Hattie May Rogers Burgoon. She passed away Nov. 16, 2006, at her home in Lowry City. Hattie was a homemaker and spent most of her life in the St. Clair County area. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ellis Moffett in 1979 and her husband, Ralph Green in 1990. Hattie is survived by her son, Ellis Wayne Moffett; her daughter, Donna Mae Benigar and her husband, J.G.; two stepsons, Ralph Green and Frank Green; two stepdaughters, Sara Rodabaugh and Rose Vineyard; six grandchildren; seven step grandchildren; five step great grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Services were Saturday, Nov. 18, in the Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home with Reverend James Coleman officiating. Musical selections were "Amazing Grace" and "Is Not This The Land Of Beulah".
Casketbearers were David Price, Bobby Price, Frank Green, Daniel Price, Bob Lee and Paul Roberts.
Interment was in the Osceola Cemetery, under the direction of Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola.

GREEN, Leora Paul
Leora Paul Green was born January 29, 1919 and passed from this life August 2, 2009 at the age of 90 years, 6 months, and 4 days. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Elizabeth, Feb. 17, 2002. Paul was a WW II Army Veteran. He owned and Barbered Valle Vista Barber Shop. He was a charter member of the Lee's Summit Baptist Temple, and its eldest member. He is survived by his two sons, Thomas F. Green and Ronald P. Green, eight grandsons, seven great-grandchildren, and his sister Meta. Funereal service will be 10 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009 at Lee's Summit Baptist Temple, 2614 NW Chipman Rd., Lee's Summit, MO. Visitation will be 5–7 p.m., Wednesday evening, at Langsford Funeral Home. Burial in King's Prairie Cemetery, Osceola, MO. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kansas City Hospice. Arr. Langsford Funeral Home, 115 SW 3rd St., Lee's Summit, MO; 816-524- 3700.

GREEN, Ralph A.
Ralph A. Green, age 63, of Osceola, died at 12:15 a.m., Sunday, September 23, 1990, at Sac-Osage Hospital. He was a retired heavy equipment operator. He is survived by his wife, Hattie, two daughters; Rose Vineyard, Independence and Sara Rodabaugh, Deepwater; two sons, Frank Green, Billings, Montana and Ralph W. Green, Rich Hill; five brothers, Owen, Fred, Charles, Gail, all of Gridley, California and Harvey, from Idaho; three sisters, Betty Heimbecker, Cottonwood, California, Anita Green, Gridley, California and Connie Green, Oregon; two step-children, 11 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and eight step-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, September 26, 1990, at Greenlawn Funeral Home North in Springfield. Burial was in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation was Tuesday night from 7 to 8 p.m.

GREEN, Ralph William
St. Clair County Courier, Friday, August 22, 2008
Ralph William Green was born Sept. 18, 1954 in Merced, California to Ralph Adrian and Bessie Viola Green. He passed away Aug 5, 2008 at his home in Osceola. Ralph was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Tiny. He is survived by three children; Ralph Adrian, Wendy Lea and Timmy Leonard Green; two grandsons, Zadrian Mikael and Steven Michael Green and one grandchild on the way; one brother, Frank Green; two sisters, Sara Rodabaugh and Rose Vineyard; numerous nieces and nephews; other relatives and maany friends. Services were held Monday, Aug. 11 at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel with Greg Mangum officiating. Casketbearers were Ralph Adrian Green, Timmie L. Green, Charles Schlagel, Frank Green, Anthony Vineyard, Mark Green and Kevin Vineyard. Honorary casketbearers were Allen Green, Harve Green, Mike Parmalee and Dave Hendricks. Interment was in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Springfield.

GREEN, Sue B.
St Clair County Courier, Friday, 4 November 2005. Submitted by: Dee Mathews
Sue B. Green, daughter of Charles H. and Sue Bell Lucas Green, was born in Osceola, Feb. 18, 1916, and passed away Oct. 23, 2005 at her home in Tucson, Ariz. She was a professional violinist, playing in several different East Coast symphony orchestras and during WW II she traveled to the European Theater to entertain troops as part of the U.S.O.'s special entertainment services. She also was part of the chamber music quartet at several universities. After arthritis in her hands forced her retirement from her music career, she earned a Master's Degree in Library Science and when she retired she was Music History Librarian at the University of Arizona in Tuscon. Several nieces and nephews survive her. Among these are Missouri residents Charles H. Green of Higginsville and Sue Higgins of Osceola. Private memorial services will be held in Tucson at a later date.

GREENE, Rosa Lee Cook
St. Clair County Library files
Rosa Lee Cook, daughter of Fayette and Mollie Cook, was born in St. Clair county April 2, 1889, and
departed this life at five a.m., August 29, 1928, aged 39 years, 4 months and 27 days. November 1, 1908, she was united in marriage with Carl Greene. To this union five children were born, all of
whom survive her and are in the home. The following are the surviving children: Sylvia, Hadley, Walter and
the twin baby boys born August 26th. Besides the sorrowing husband, she is also survived by five brothers: Thomas, Elza, George and Homer Cook, all of Nebraska and Art Cook of Collins; also two sisters, Mrs. John Clifford of Collins and Mrs. Claude Culbertson of Goodland. Kansas, and a devoted mother, Mrs. Mollie Cook; father having preceded her about thirteen years ago. With the exception of about two and one half years residence in Montana, she had spent all her life in St. Clair County. At an early age, she professed faith in Christ and her home and private life has ever been a living testimony of that faith. She was also affiliated with the Rebekah Lodge of Collins and was ever a loyal and devoted member. Her presence in the home and her influence in the community will be greatly missed and while the tender, loving ties of home, family and friends have been severed, the bond in Heaven has been strengthened. Funeral services were conducted at the Baptist Church Thursday by Rev. Birdsong (Paragraph about sermon - too dark to read.) The funeral was under the direction of J. F. Firestone, undertaker. The rebekah Lodge took charge of the ceremonies at the cemetery and in a short service paid their last loving tribute of affection to the memory of this dear departed Sister. The remains were laid to rest in the Holsapple Cemetery.

GREENWELL, Blanche Lenora Crawford
St. Clair County Courier, 8 June 2007
Blanche Lenora Greenwell was born March 17, 1908 in the Tally Bend area near Lowry City. She passed away May 30, 2007 at the Truman Lake Manor, Lowry City. Blanche grew up in the Tally Bend area and on December 30, 1923 she was united in marriage to Ralph Greenwell. To this union two children were born. Blanche lived in the Osceola and Kansas City areas for many years. She managed Hart's Restaurant in Lowry City for several years. Blanche was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Lowry City.
Blanche was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph in 1965, four brothers, Paul Crawford, Charlie Crawford, Luther Crawford and David Crawford, two sisters, Mary Morris and Grace Kelly. She is survived by one daughter, Lenora Laughman of Broken Arrow, Okla., and one son, Don Greenwell of Maumelle, Ark., six grandchildren, Bob and Jim Laughman, Cindy Brassano, Becky Clark, Mark Greenwell, Keith Greenwell, 12 great grandchildren, five great great grandchildren, other relatives and many friends. Services were Friday, June 1 at Landaker Cemetery. Officiated by Rev. Jeff Ferguson. Interment was in Landaker Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola.

GREENWELL, Jewell Elizabeth Bray
St. Clair Courier, 23 December 2005
Jewell Elizabeth Bray was born October 16, 1910 to Arthur and Jesse Bray. Jewell married Lawrence Greenwell at the age of 19 on November 8, 1929. To this union three girls and three boys were born. Jewell was baptized as a young girl in Muddy Creek and was a member of Shady Grove Church. After marriage she was a faithful member of Park Grove Christian. Jewell was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Jesse Bray; one son, Wayne Greenwell; one daughter-in-law, Jean Greenwell; two sons-in-law, Jay Goans and Nick Goss; two grandsons, Jackie Goans and Jess Greenwell; one infant granddaughter, Bette Ray Perriman; three brothers, Alfred, Everett and Carl; two sisters, Annis Shepherd and Eula Holmes. She is survived by her three brothers, Harold, Salem, Ore., Herbie, Clinton and Arnold Bray, Holden; five sisters, Thelma Hubbard and Wilma Atkins of Lowry City, Mildred Goans of Lawrence, Kan., Nellie Cooper and Loretta Bray, California; two sister-in-laws, Wilda Bray, Raytown and Martha Bray, DeSoto, Kans.; three daughters, Wanda Goans and Brenda and her husband Kelly Simmons, Clinton and Rosetta Goss, Osawattomie, Kans.; two sons, Raymond and his wife Zella, Corsicana, Texas, and Bill and his wife Deanie, Lowry City; seven granddaughters, 12 grandsons, 29 great grandchildren, 16 great-great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Jewell baby sat with a lot of different children and they each lovingly called her grandma Jewell.

GREER, Christina Inez 
St. Clair County Courier, Friday, 9 May 2008
Christina Inez Greer was born Feb. 14, 1946 in Crossmore, NC to Roby and Bonnie [Pittman] Greer and passed away on April 28, 2008 at her home in Lowry City. Christina lived most of her life in Belton. She was an adult caregiver and loved doing all crafts. She moved to Lowry City two years ago and cared for her husband, Richard, in her last days. Christina was preceded in death by her parents, Roby and Bonnie Greer. She is survived by her daughter Angela Shelley and husband Kevin, sons Larry Buchanan and Curtis Buchanan, grandchildren Christina Buchanan, Anthony Buchanan, Olivia Shelley, Savanna Shelley and Lily Shelley. Four brothers, Dan Greer and wife Christine, Joe Greer and wife Imogene, Charles Greer and Shirrell Greer, other relatives and many friends. Services were held Friday, May 2, at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel. Officiated by Reverend Jeff Ferguson. Music selections included "Amazing Grace". Casketbearers included Larry Buchanan, Curtis Buchanan, Anthony Buchanan, Kevin Shelley and Clifford Wood. Interment was in Lowry City Cemetery with arrangements made by Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola.

GREIFE, John Richard
John Richard Greife, age 68, Clinton, Missouri, passed away April 7, 2007 at Beverly Living Center, Westwood, Clinton, Missouri. Memorial services will be Thursday, April 12, 2007 at Osceola Church of the Brethren, with burial in Pleasant Mound Cemetery, Osceola. John was a member of the Clinton Masonic Lodge #548. He served in the Armed Forces in the United States Navy and was employed as a millwright for Kansas City Power and Light at the Montrose Power Plant. He is survived by his wife, Pat Greife of the home, one son John Charles Greife of Tulsa, Oklahoma, five daughters, Theresa Marie Drury of Butler, Missouri, Pamela Lea Davis of Lowry City, Missouri, Kathy Barnett, Jennifer Lynn Wilson, and Sheila Tripp, all of Clinton, Missouri, and one brother Donald Eugene Greife of Gerster, Missouri, as well as thirteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Arrangements: Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, Mo. Burial in Pleasant Mound Cemetery, Osceola, Mo.

GRIFFITH, Wesley
Appleton City Tribune, 25 May 1908
A Prominent Citizen. - Dies From an attack of Lockjaw. - Mr. Wesley Griffith, one of the wealthiest, best known and oldest residents of Monegaw township, this county, died at his home Monday night from lockjaw, which developed from a slight scratch on his hand nearly a week ago. His death is deplored by all our people as he was a most useful citizen and a man of prominence and influence. The following biographical sketch is taken from the History of Henry and St. Clair Counties, section 1, a prominent farmer and stockman of this county, was born in Macon county, Illinois, January 22, 1841. His father B. Griffith, was a native of Ross County, Pennsylvania, and his mother, formerly Leah Deafenbaugh, of Hawkins County, same state. The former was one of the pioneer settlers of Macon County, Illinois. In 1851 he removed to De Witt County, where he is now a leading farmer and stock raiser. Wesley spent his youth on his father’s farm, enjoying good common school advantages. He came to Missouri in 1869 and located in St. Clair County, settling on the farm where he now resides. He has 860 acres of land, with 320 in cultivation. He makes a specialty of feeding cattle and feeds on an average three carloads of steers and about fifty hogs annually. Mr. Griffith was married in Henry County February 18, 1876, to Miss Sarah E. Kirk, a daughter of James A. Kirk. She came originally from Rowan County, Kentucky. Mr. And Mrs. Griffith are members of the Christian Church. Deceased leaves a wife, several children and a host of friends who mourn his death. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Price, of Schell City, at Teays Chapel this Wednesday afternoon at two o’clock. The services were largely attended.

GRIFFITH, Zane Kelley
Zane Kelley Griffith, 63, of Bloomington, died on Monday at his residence. He was born Oct. 29, 1943 in McKinney, Texas to James W. Griffith and Mary R. Kelley Chandler. He was retired from General Electric after 27 years and had also worked as a Body Fender Man at Stephens Honda. He was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include two daughters, Stacey Ann Griffith-Emley Tyler of Indianapolis and Kelley Ann Griffith-Wardzala David of Canton, Mich.; his mother and step-father, Mary and Elmer Chandler of Bloomington and two brothers, Roger Cole Griffith of Kansas City and James Alan Griffith of Colorado Springs, Colo. He was preceded in death by his father, grandparents Cole and Ella Kelley and many other loved ones over the years.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation. Services will be held Sunday, Jan. 28 at 2 p.m. at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel. Officiated by Greg Mangum. Music selection playing will be "How Great Thou Art" with Richard Sunderwirth, soloist and Gail Ingle, accompanist. Casketbearers will be Tyler Emley, Mike Kelly, Jim Lightner, David Wardzala, Don Hinkle and Elmer Chandler. Interment will be in Macedonia Cemetery with arrangements made by Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola.

GRIMES, Clyde LeRoy
Clinton Daily Democrat, November 1994
Clyde LeRoy Grimes, son of the late Robert E. Lee Grimes and Lydia Ann Grimes, was born in Blue Jacket, Oklahoma on February 21, 1915, and died November 5 1994, at the Sac Osage hospital in Osceola, being 79 years and eight months old. He and his family came to Osceola in a covered wagon when he was two years old, making Osceola his home until his death. He accepted Christ at the age of 14 years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Osceola at the time of his death. He also served as Sunday school superintendent for several years and also served as a trustee. He graduated from Osceola High School. Starting his carpenter career in 1942, he worked for Macdonald Construction Co. at Camp Crowder in Neosho, later working for the same company at Topeka, Kansas, and Salina, Kansas. On August 31, 1940, he was united in marriage to Marsha Adeline Wingfield, daughter of the late Russell and Edith Wingfield of Osceola. On July 27, 1948, a daughter, Marsha Ann was born to this union. He served 36 months in the United States Army, 812 Chemical Co. air operations as technician 5th grade. He was awarded 2 bronze service stars for campaigns in Rome, also he received a good conduct medal. He was issued a Lapel button and entitled to wear Asiatic, Pacific Theatre campaign ribbon, European, African, Middle eastern Theatre campaign ribbon, three overseas service bars, and Victory ribbon. Being discharged November 23, 1945, he returned home and he and his wife, Marsha, started the C. L. Grimes Building Contractor business. He built the first hospital and clinic in Osceola, also building a number of beautiful homes in and around Osceola and different towns. He also remodeled the old Gold Mine Hotel in Creed, Colorado, that Jesse James and his gang rode through and destroyed. In later years he was the government inspector for the Osceola Housing Authority working there 12 years until he retired. He was known for his honesty and craftsmanship. He was a kind, loving husband, father, grandfather and uncle. He leaves to mourn his passing, his wife, Marsha of the home; daughter, Marsha Ann and husband, Gene Heidler; two granddaughters, April Heidler, Chrystal and husband, William Ingram; one great-granddaughter, Whitney Ingram, and great-grandson, Christopher Ingram; a niece, Gale Adams, who was very dear to him, and her husband, Gene; two great-nieces, Robin Scrutchfield, and husband, Darell and Tamela Scrivner and husband, Brad; three great-grand-nephews, Branden and Tanner Scrivner and Jarrod Schwartz; great-great-niece. Halley Scrivner; one brother, Raymond and wife, Maxine Grimes; four nephews, Edd and Mike Grimes, Bill and Bob Grimes; sister-in-law and husband, Dale and Margie Taylor. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral services were Sunday, November 6, at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial was in Osceola Cemetery.

GRIMES, James Raymond
St. Clair County Courier, 23 June 2006
James Raymond Grimes, 83, of Humansville went to be with his Lord on Sunday, June 18 at 1:45 a.m. at St. Johns Hospital in Springfield, Mo. He was born May 11, 1923 in Osceola, Mo., the son of Robert E. Lee Grimes and Lydia Cauthon. He was preceded in death by his parents and a half brother Edward Elton Grimes, a sister Edna Leota and three brothers La Van, Gilbert Oron and Clyde Leroy Grimes. Raymond graduated from Osceola High School. In 1941 he went to work at Sears until going into the military. Serving in the Army Air Force as a radio operator in WW II he received an honorable discharge from the service. He lived in Osceola and went to work for A&M Telephone which was later bought by GTE. Raymond retired after 49 years of service in 1985. He really enjoyed his retirement, taking trips and camping in Branson. He is survived by his wife, Maxine, of the home; two sons, Ed Grimes, Republic and Mike Grimes and his wife, Wanda, of Owasso, Okla.; three step-children whom he raised as his own, Sherry Roberson and her husband Dave, Bolivar, Randy Kuffman, Clever and Patty Lancaster and her husband, Robert Lynn, Belton; nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchilren and many friends. Raymond was saved March 8, 1970. He was a member of Humansville First Baptist Church where he loved to attend and learn to about Gods love. He really enjoyed his Sunday School class. Raymond was a very loving husband, father and papa to all his children and grandchildren. He will be greatly missed. Services were 1 p.m., Tuesday, June 20 at Murray Funeral Home, Humansville, with Dr. Greg Bunn officiating. Interment will be in Humansville Cemetery. Pallbearers were Carroll Piper, Jerry Shelby, Robert Peck, Zip Miller, George Romesburg and J.D. Rogers. Honorary pallbearers were Bob Brown, Earl Ball, Chuck Springer, Waldo Mershon, Jimmy Pitts, Claude Chasteen, Bill Lean and Wayne Truitt.
Memorial donations may be made to First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 163, Humansville, Mo., 65674.

GRIMES, James Raymond
Springfield News-Leader, 19 June 2006
James Raymond Grimes, 83, Humansville, went to be with his Lord Sunday morning, June 18, 2006. The son of Robert E. Lee and Lydia Cauthon Grimes, he was born May 11, 1923, in Osceola. He is survived by his wife, Maxine, of the home two sons, Ed Grimes, Republic and Mike Grimes and wife, Wanda, of Owasso, Okla. three stepchildren whom he raised as his own, Sherry Roberson and husband, Dave, Bolivar, Randy Kauffman, Clever and Patty Lancaster and husband, Robert Lynn, Belton nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 20, 2006, in Murray Funeral Home, Humansville, with Dr. Greg Bunn officiating. Interment will be in Humansville Cemetery. Visitation is from 7 to 8 p.m. tonight in the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 163, Humansville, MO 65674.

GRIMES, Marsha Adeline Wingfield
Clinton Daily Democrat, 8 November  2003
Marsha Adeline Grimes, 82, Pryor, Oklahoma, formerly of Osceola, died Friday, November 8, 2002, in the Meyers County Medical Center in Pryor, Oklahoma. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 12, at 2 p.m. at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel. Osceola. Burial will be in the Osceola Cemetery, under the direction of Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home.

GRUVER, Abram
In Memoriam:  Published in the Pentecostal Holiness Advocate
ABRAM GRUVER - Abram Gruver was born October 10, 1851 in Ohio on a farm. His parents later moved to Jones County, Iowa (should be Wyoming) where he met and married Miss Alice N. . Johnson. To this union were born six girls and three boys. Mr Gruver was living in St. Clair County, Missouri at the time of his death. He departed this life March 20, 1922. He was seventy years, five months and ten days old. He was a kind and loving father very devoted to his family. In fact during his long illness he would never consent to any one except his children nursing him. He was a man who feared God from youth. He was saved and became a member of the first M. E. Church when only a boy of eighteen years. When we children were growing up he would sit around the fire at nights and talk to us about heaven and tell us Bible stories. It is a blessed thing to look back on his past life as I write these few lines, and know he was always a clean man. His life was never marred with drink and many other things so few people have not indulged in. Father was ever exhorting we children to live right. On his death bed his only thoughts seemed to be of his children, especially the boys. He left a wonderful testimony. Some few days before death he called two of the children to him, and told them he had a vision of a beautiful city. He said, Oh it is so beautiful; and he tried to show them how it looked, said it was so beautiful, and he was going. He said, "I want everyone of you children to follow me after I am gone". His body was laid to rest in the Evergreen Cemetery, Fort Scott, Kansas. He leaves five daughters, three sons, seventeen grandchildren, and two great-grand-children to mourn his loss, and a host of friends.

GULICK, Laddie Gene
Clinton Daily Democrat, 16 June 2005
Laddie Gene Gulick was born September 25, 1929, to Ethel and Ray Gulick in Toronto, Kansas, and he died Monday, May 23, 2005, in Clinton, after a long illness. He served in the United States Navy during the Korean War from 1948 to July 1952. He retired from Lindsey Manufacturing in Azusa, California, in 1981 and retired from Ethen Allen in 1999 in Springfield. He was preceded in death by his mother Ethel Clemens Gulick; his father Ray P. Gulick, and sister Betty Raye Kesterson. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Anne; his brother Mike Gulick; his children, Stan Gulick, Randy Gulick and Diane Henderson; seven grandchildren, Jerry, Michael, Lisa, Steven, Dustin, Brandon and Jake; 12 great-grandchildren, Gage, Katie, Isaiah, Alyssa, Ashley, Alexis, Caleb, Coy, Emily, Ryan, Samuel and Kendall. He will be missed by his family and friends whom he loved dearly. Memorial services were held at Vansant-Mills Chapel Saturday, May 28. Internment was held in the Lowry City Cemetery.

GURLEY, Harold Edward
Clinton Daily Democrat, 21 May 2001
Harold E. Gurley, 82, Lowry City, died Saturday, May 19, 2001, at his home. He is survived by his wife, Fern Gurley, of the home; one daughter, Regina Gurley-Roberts, Rockville; one son, Kenneth Gurley, Appleton City;
seven grandsons and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 22, at the Hill & Son
Funeral Home, Appleton City, with burial in Lowry City Cemetery.

GURLEY, Ralph David
Clinton Daily Democrat, 3 September 2002
Ralph David Gurley, son of Ralph Louis and Magdaline Rose Hammond Gurley, was born December 28, 1942, at the Ellett Memorial Hospital in Appleton City and died August 15, 2002, at his home, 1 1/2 miles north of Ohio Christian Church on F Highway. During his childhood, David and his parents lived in various farm homes in and around the Ohio community. These included his grandparents' home of Ira and Mary Mabel Gurley; the Smith Farm; the Higgins farm; the Rodabaugh Farm; the Miller Farm and in 1963 he and his parents moved into the new home they built on A Highway, formerly known as the Orville Gary Farm. As a child, David attended Little Jewell and Center schools in the Ohio community and graduated from Appleton City High School in 1960. He enlisted in the Missouri National Guard in 1964 and was discharged in 1970 at the rank of staff sergeant. His duty assignment included being activated in 1968 for riot control in Kansas City. David Gurley and Linda Carroll were united in marriage on August 8, 1965, at the Ohio Christian Church with Rev. Clyde Merriman officiating. They began their new life together in rural Lowry City, two miles south of A Highway on NW 151 Road. Four months later they purchased the Willie and Ruth Gilkey Farm on F Highway where they have resided for the past 37 years. To this union four children were born, Barbara Lynne, twins Sharon Kay and Karen Ann, and Michael David. David became a baptized member of the Ohio Christian Church on April 15, 1973, with immersion at Appleton City Christian Church by Rev. Bob Fenwick. He served as Sunday School teacher, church treasurer, deacon, elder and member of the board. David was active in his community, serving on the St. Clair County FHA Board and the Osage Valley Electric Community Trust Board of Directors. David enjoyed the rural life of farming, hunting and fishing with a special place in his heart for the Colorado mountains. In the '60s, before Truman Dam was built, he loved snagging with his dad and brothers. He looked forward to his annual trout fishing trips to Bennett Springs State Park with his neighbors, son and grand kids. David was well known for his hard work, determination to accomplish what he started and being a good neighbor. David was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ira Garfield (Pap) and Mary Mabel Eichenberger Gurley; Hardin Roger and Edna Magdaline Johnson Hammond, and by his father, Ralph Louis Gurley, and daughter, Sharon Kay Gurley.
David is survived by his wife, Linda; daughter, Barbara Knight and husband, Jim, their children, Matthew and Ashley of rural Appleton City; daughter, Karen Gurley of Springfield; son Michael Gurley and wife, Tannen, of rural El Dorado Springs, and mother, Magdaline Gurley of rural Lowry City. David is also survived by one sister, Linda Lysinger and husband, John Jr., rural Lowry City; two brothers Lonnie Gurley of Raytown and Roger Gurley and wife, Lisa, rural Lowry City; several nieces and nephews and a multitude of friends. He will be greatly missed by all. Funeral services were Sunday, August 18, at the Ohio Christian Church with interment in the Lowry City Cemetery.
 


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